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Southern California Edison Commences Cash Tender Offer to Purchase Any & All 5.45% Fixed-To-Floating Rate Trust Preference Securities Issued by SCE Trust V
ROSEMEAD, California, Nov. 22 -- Southern California Edison, a part of Edison International, an electric power distributor and energy services company, issued the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025:
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Southern California Edison Commences Cash Tender Offer to Purchase Any & All 5.45% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Trust Preference Securities Issued by SCE Trust V
Southern California Edison (the "Company") today announced the commencement of its cash tender offer to purchase any and all of the outstanding 5.45% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Trust Preference Securities (the "Trust Securities" and such
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ROSEMEAD, California, Nov. 22 -- Southern California Edison, a part of Edison International, an electric power distributor and energy services company, issued the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025:
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Southern California Edison Commences Cash Tender Offer to Purchase Any & All 5.45% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Trust Preference Securities Issued by SCE Trust V
Southern California Edison (the "Company") today announced the commencement of its cash tender offer to purchase any and all of the outstanding 5.45% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Trust Preference Securities (the "Trust Securities" and suchoffer, the "Offer") issued by SCE Trust V, a Delaware statutory trust subsidiary of the Company (the "Trust"), plus Accrued Distributions (as defined below).
Series of Securities ... CUSIP/ISIN No. ... Liquidation Amount Per Security ... Aggregate Liquidation Amount Outstanding ... Offer Price
5.45% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Trust Preference Securities ... 78409W 201 / US78409W2017 ... $ 25 ... $ 300,000,000 ... $25 per $25 liquidation amount
The Offer will expire on December 19, 2025 at 5 p.m., New York City time, unless the Company extends or earlier terminates the Offer (such time and date, as the same may be extended or earlier terminated, the "Expiration Date").
The consideration for the Trust Securities tendered and accepted for purchase will equal $25 per $25 liquidation amount of Trust Securities pursuant to the Offer (the "Offer Price"), plus Accrued Distributions. As used in connection with the Offer, "Accrued Distributions" means, for each $25 liquidation amount of Trust Securities, accrued and unpaid distributions from the last distribution payment date with respect to such Trust Security up to, but not including, the Settlement Date (as defined below) of the Offer, assuming for purposes of the Offer that a distribution for such Trust Security had in fact accrued during such period. The date on which the Company will pay the aggregate purchase price for all validly tendered and not validly withdrawn Trust Securities that are accepted for purchase is referred to as the "Settlement Date." The Company expects the Settlement Date will occur promptly following the Expiration Date and acceptance of the Trust Securities for purchase.
The Company intends to pay the consideration payable by it pursuant to the Offer and the fees and expenses incurred by it in connection therewith with cash on hand.
Trust Securities tendered pursuant to the Offer may be validly withdrawn at any time on or prior to the Expiration Date by following the procedures described in the Offer to Purchase.
The terms and conditions of the Offer are described in the Offer to Purchase, dated November 20, 2025 (as it may be amended or supplemented from time to time, the "Offer to Purchase"), and the accompanying Letter of Transmittal, dated November 20, 2025 (as it may be amended or supplemented from time to time, the "Letter of Transmittal" and, together with the Offer to Purchase, the "Offer Materials"). The Offer is subject to the satisfaction or waiver of certain conditions specified in the Offer Materials.
Upon request, the Offer Materials will be provided to record holders of Trust Securities and will be furnished to brokers, dealers, commercial banks, trust companies or other nominee stockholders and similar persons whose names, or the names of whose nominees, appear on the Trust's stockholder list or, if applicable, who are listed as participants in a clearing agency's security position listing for subsequent transmittal to beneficial owners of the Trust Securities. The Offer Materials contain important information that holders are urged to read before any decision is made with respect to the Offer.
Pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c)(2) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), the Company is filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") an Issuer Tender Offer Statement on Schedule TO, which contains additional information with respect to the Offer. The Schedule TO, including the exhibits and any amendments and supplements thereto, may be examined, and copies may be obtained, at the SEC's website at sec.gov.
Barclays Capital Inc., J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, Mizuho Securities USA LLC and Santander US Capital Markets LLC are acting as dealer managers for the Offer. For additional information regarding the terms of the Offer, please contact: Barclays Capital Inc. at 800-438-3242 (toll-free) or 212-528-7581 (collect); J.P. Morgan Securities LLC at 866-834-4666 (toll-free) or 212-834-4818 (collect); Mizuho Securities USA LLC at 866-271-7403 (toll-free) or 212-205-7741 (collect); or Santander US Capital Markets LLC at 855-404-3636 (toll-free) or 212-350-0660 (collect). To confirm delivery of Trust Securities, please contact Global Bondholder Services Corporation, which is acting as the tender agent and information agent for the Offer, at 855-654-2015 (toll-free) or 212-430-3774 (collect).
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THIS PRESS RELEASE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT AN OFFER OR SOLICITATION TO PURCHASE TRUST SECURITIES. THE OFFER IS BEING MADE SOLELY PURSUANT TO THE OFFER MATERIALS WHICH SET FORTH THE COMPLETE TERMS OF THE OFFER THAT HOLDERS OF THE TRUST SECURITIES SHOULD CAREFULLY READ PRIOR TO MAKING ANY DECISION.
THE COMPANY IS NOT MAKING THE OFFER TO (NOR WILL IT ACCEPT ANY TENDER OF TRUST SECURITIES FROM OR ON BEHALF OF) HOLDERS OF TRUST SECURITIES IN ANY JURISDICTION IN WHICH THE MAKING OF THE OFFER OR THE ACCEPTANCE OF ANY TENDER OF TRUST SECURITIES WOULD NOT BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAWS OF SUCH JURISDICTION, PROVIDED THAT THE COMPANY WILL COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF RULE 13E-4(F)(8) PROMULGATED UNDER THE EXCHANGE ACT. HOWEVER, THE COMPANY MAY, AT ITS DISCRETION, TAKE SUCH ACTION AS THE COMPANY MAY DEEM NECESSARY FOR IT TO MAKE THE OFFER IN ANY SUCH JURISDICTION AND EXTEND THE OFFER TO HOLDERS OF TRUST SECURITIES IN SUCH JURISDICTION. IN ANY JURISDICTION THE SECURITIES OR BLUE SKY LAWS OF WHICH REQUIRE THE OFFER TO BE MADE BY A LICENSED BROKER OR DEALER, THE OFFER SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE MADE ON THE COMPANY'S BEHALF BY ONE OR MORE REGISTERED BROKERS OR DEALERS WHICH ARE LICENSED UNDER THE LAWS OF SUCH JURISDICTION.
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Additional Information Regarding the Tender Offer
This communication is for informational purposes only. This communication is not a recommendation to buy or sell the Trust Securities or any other securities, and it is neither an offer to purchase nor a solicitation of an offer to sell the Trust Securities or any other securities. Southern California Edison has filed a tender offer statement on Schedule TO, including the Offer to Purchase, Letter of Transmittal and related materials, with the SEC. The Offer is made only pursuant to the Offer to Purchase, Letter of Transmittal and related materials filed as a part of the Schedule TO. Holders of the Trust Securities should read carefully the Offer to Purchase, Letter of Transmittal and related materials because they contain important information, including the various terms of, and conditions to, the Offer. Holders of the Trust Securities may obtain a free copy of the tender offer statement on Schedule TO, the Offer to Purchase, Letter of Transmittal and other documents that Southern California Edison has filed with the SEC at the SEC's website at sec.gov or from Global Bondholder Services Corporation.
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About Southern California Edison
An Edison International (NYSE: EIX) company, Southern California Edison is one of the nation's largest electric utilities, serving a population of approximately 15 million via 5 million customer accounts in a 50,000-square-mile service area within Central, Coastal and Southern California.
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Safe Harbor Statement for Investors
Statements contained in this press release about expectations regarding the Offer, financings and other statements that do not directly relate to a historical or current fact are forward-looking statements. In this press release, the words "expects," "will" and variations of such words and similar expressions, or discussions of strategy, plans or actions, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements reflect our current expectations; however, such statements necessarily involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from current expectations. Other important factors are discussed in Southern California Edison's Form 10-K and other reports filed with the SEC, which are available on our website: edisoninvestor.com. Southern California Edison has no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether due to new information, future events or otherwise.
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Original text here: https://newsroom.edison.com/releases/southern-california-edison-commences-cash-tender-offer-to-purchase-any-all-5-45-fixed-to-floating-rate-trust-preference-securities-issued-by-sce-trust-v
[Category: BizEnergy]
Smithfield Foods Donates 32,000 Pounds of Protein to Hampton Roads Foodbanks at the Mayflower Marathon
SMITHFIELD, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- Smithfield Foods, an American food company, issued the following news release:
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Smithfield Foods Donates 32,000 Pounds of Protein to Hampton Roads Foodbanks at the Mayflower Marathon
Smithfield Foods donated 32,000 pounds of protein to the 29th Annual Mayflower Marathon Holiday Food and Fund Drive to support the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank and Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore.
"Providing access to protein is a key part of our commitment to fighting hunger in the communities where we live and work," said Jonathan Toms, senior community
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SMITHFIELD, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- Smithfield Foods, an American food company, issued the following news release:
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Smithfield Foods Donates 32,000 Pounds of Protein to Hampton Roads Foodbanks at the Mayflower Marathon
Smithfield Foods donated 32,000 pounds of protein to the 29th Annual Mayflower Marathon Holiday Food and Fund Drive to support the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank and Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore.
"Providing access to protein is a key part of our commitment to fighting hunger in the communities where we live and work," said Jonathan Toms, senior communitydevelopment manager for Smithfield Foods. "The Mayflower Marathon is a testament to the strength of our community when we unite around a shared purpose."
Donated items include ham, sausage and bacon, and will provide 128,000 servings of food to neighbors experiencing hunger in Southeastern Virginia.
"The generous donations from Smithfield ensure that individuals and families experiencing food insecurity on the Peninsula receive much-needed proteins for their holiday table," said Bob Latvis, president and CEO for the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank. "This and other donations from the Mayflower Marathon give everyone in our community the means to celebrate and connect with their loved ones over a filling and memorable shared meal."
More than 20 Smithfield employees volunteered at the event by unloading and organizing donated food items.
"Smithfield's long-standing partnership helps us keep nutritious protein available for households across our community, especially during a season when many are facing tighter budgets," said Christopher Tan, president and CEO for the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore. "Their continued support strengthens our focus on healthy food access and helps ensure the warmth of holiday meals reaches every table."
The Mayflower Marathon is a 57-hour continuous food and fund drive that brings hope and relief to many Virginians in need during the holiday season.
These donations are part of Smithfield's commitment to fighting hunger and strengthening the communities where its employees live, work and raise their families.
Smithfield's hunger relief program, Helping Hungry Homes(R), has provided hundreds of millions of servings of protein in all 50 U.S. states since 2008. Smithfield donated more than 25 million servings of protein, valued at nearly $28 million, to food banks, disaster relief efforts and community outreach programs across the U.S. in 2024.
To learn more about Smithfield's initiatives to strengthen local communities, visit smithfieldfoods.com/good-is-what-we-do.
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About Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: SFD) is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world.
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About Virginia Peninsula Foodbank
Since 1986, Virginia Peninsula Foodbank has been leading the fight against hunger by providing healthy food access, emergency relief, education, and advocacy to families in the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City, Gloucester, Mathews, Surry, and York. Not only does the Foodbank help our neighbors in need during times of hardship, the Foodbank plays a major role in disaster relief response. With the support of over 200-member agencies and programs, the Foodbank has provided over 216 million meals to families experiencing food and nutrition insecurity. The Foodbank is a proud member of Feeding America, the Federation of Virginia Food Banks, and the United Way of the Virginia Peninsula. Virginia Peninsula Foodbank has earned a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for 18 consecutive years. Our vision is to inspire hope by leading the effort for a hunger-free and properly nourished community. For more information, visit us online at www.hrfoodbank.org.
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About the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore
Since 1981, the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore has provided more than 420 million meals to neighbors in need. We serve 11 cities and counties, where one in eight residents experience food insecurity. In these communities, we play a vital role in the fight against hunger by collecting, storing, and distributing nutritious food. Beyond food access, we focus on long-term solutions by addressing the root causes of hunger and promoting self-sufficiency. Our mission is made possible by a dedicated network of volunteers, generous donors, and compassionate community partners. Together, we're working to ensure that no one in our community goes to bed hungry. Learn more at foodbankonline.org or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and TikTok.
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Original text here: https://www.smithfieldfoods.com/press-room/smithfield-foods-donates-32-000-pounds-of-protein-to-hampton-roads-foodbanks-at-the-mayflower-marathon
[Category: Food/Beverages]
Rapidly Intensifying Storms and Exceptionally Warm Waters Highlight a Dynamic 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season
STATE COLLEGE, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- AccuWeather, a provider of commercial weather forecasting services, issued the following news release on Nov. 21, 2025:
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Rapidly intensifying storms and exceptionally warm waters highlight a dynamic 2025 Atlantic hurricane season
AccuWeather(R) Global Weather Center - Nov. 21, 2025 - With the official end of the Atlantic hurricane season just days away on Nov. 30, AccuWeather hurricane experts say there were more major hurricanes and a higher accumulated cyclone energy (ACE) than the historical average.
"This hurricane season will be remembered for
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STATE COLLEGE, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- AccuWeather, a provider of commercial weather forecasting services, issued the following news release on Nov. 21, 2025:
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Rapidly intensifying storms and exceptionally warm waters highlight a dynamic 2025 Atlantic hurricane season
AccuWeather(R) Global Weather Center - Nov. 21, 2025 - With the official end of the Atlantic hurricane season just days away on Nov. 30, AccuWeather hurricane experts say there were more major hurricanes and a higher accumulated cyclone energy (ACE) than the historical average.
"This hurricane season will be remembered forbrief bursts of extreme intensity in between long, quiet stretches with no tropical activity. The climatological peak of the season was remarkably quiet for the second year in a row," AccuWeather(R) Lead Hurricane Expert Alex DaSilva said. "Ocean temperatures once again surged to record-challenging levels through the peak of the season. Extremely warm waters provided ample energy for storms to rapidly intensify when atmospheric conditions were conducive for tropical development. Disruptive wind shear, dry air, Saharan dust, and other factors prevented even more storms from developing this season."
AccuWeather hurricane experts say there is near-zero risk of tropical development in the Atlantic basin before the official end of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
"This was a feast-or-famine hurricane season. Storms either struggled to organize or suddenly exploded into extremely powerful major hurricanes," DaSilva said. "Warm ocean water is rarely a limiting factor in our warming climate. What really determines how active a season becomes and how fast storms intensify are the other atmospheric variables, including wind shear, dry air, Saharan dust, atmospheric stability, the strength and timing of tropical waves emerging from Africa, and large-scale patterns such as El Nino and La Nina."
Hurricane Melissa, the final hurricane of the season in late October, was the deadliest and most destructive storm of the year. Melissa brought catastrophic wind damage, storm surge, and flooding impacts to western Jamaica and life-threatening flooding and damage across the western Caribbean.
"Many people and communities are still in need of aid after Hurricane Melissa. The strongest storm to make landfall in Jamaica's history caused catastrophic damage. Wind gusts above 200 mph destroyed homes and businesses. Extreme rainfall saturated the soil and overwhelmed drainage systems," AccuWeather Chief Meteorologist Jonathan Porter said.
Total Damage and Economic Loss from the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season
AccuWeather(R) experts say the total damage and economic loss from tropical storms and hurricanes in the Atlantic basin this year is $55 billion to $61 billion, which is roughly one-eighth of last year's catastrophic total.
In the U.S. only $7 billion to $9 billion in estimated total damage and economic loss occurred, just 2% of 2024's devastating total of $457 billion to $506 billion.
Hurricane Melissa caused $48 billion to $52 billion in total damage and economic loss, according to a preliminary estimate from AccuWeather experts.
For comparison, six storms during the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season caused a combined total damage and economic loss of $457 billion to $506 billion in the U.S., according to AccuWeather experts. This is a staggering difference between years of more than $400 billion, which shows the relatively small U.S. impact in 2025.
"The damage and financial losses in the U.S. this year are a small fraction compared to last year's devastating hurricane season impacts. This was a welcome outcome for the country, especially considering that many people and businesses are still in the process of rebuilding from last year's damage. This was a much more favorable outcome for the insurance sector, with far fewer insurance claims filed for damage," Porter said. "The lack of storms had an economic downside for some businesses that rely on storm-related impacts. For example, Home Depot reported in its third-quarter fiscal results on Tuesday that fewer storms contributed to lower seasonal sales."
The AccuWeather's 2025 Hurricane Season Forecast issued in March, before the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and other known sources. AccuWeather hurricane experts accurately predicted an increased risk of rapidly intensifying storms in exceptionally warm waters, as well as the potential for quiet lulls throughout the season.
2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Statistics:
* Named storms: 13
* Hurricanes: 5
* Major Hurricanes: 4
* Unnamed subtropical storm: 1
* Direct impacts on the US: 4
(Chantal, Erin, Imelda, and the October Tropical Wind and Rainstorm)
* ACE: 132.5
AccuWeather 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast issued in March:
* Named storms: 13-18
* Hurricanes: 7-10
* Major Hurricanes: 3-5
* Direct impacts on the US: 3-6
* ACE: 125-175
NOAA 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast issued in May:
* Named storms: 13-19
* Hurricanes: 6-10
* Major Hurricanes: 3-5
* Direct impacts on the US: no prediction issued
The 30-year historical average for ACE is 123. AccuWeather released its seasonal forecast on March 26, nearly two months earlier than NOAA's seasonal forecast, providing greater detail and more comprehensive information for the public.
AccuWeather is the only known source to define what constitutes a direct U.S. impact, while other sources consider only landfalling storms. A direct U.S. impact occurs when at least one of the following criteria is met:
* The center of a tropical system passes within 60 miles of a U.S. coastline.
* Tropical storm-force wind gusts are observed on land.
* Flooding occurs as a result of the tropical system.
* At least 2 feet of storm surge occurs.
AccuWeather hurricane experts are constantly refining and integrating new data into our predictions. Following the unusual lull in tropical activity during the climatological peak of the hurricane season, AccuWeather lowered the maximum range of named storms forecast from 18 to 16 in September. AccuWeather was the first known source to make this adjustment.
AccuWeather hurricane experts accurately predicted that the Carolinas faced a higher risk of direct impacts this hurricane season, compared to the historical average.
Tropical Storm Chantal brought flooding to South Carolina and North Carolina in July.
* A Tropical Wind and Rainstorm caused significant beach erosion, prolonged coastal flooding and property damage from the Carolinas to the Jersey Shore.
* Hurricanes Erin, Humberto, and Imelda stayed well offshore, but also brought rough surf and erosion issues to some beaches across the Carolinas.
* More than a dozen beach homes collapsed in the Outer Banks this year during rough surf, beach erosion, and stormy conditions.
Despite exceptionally warm waters and three storms that underwent "extreme rapid intensification" before exploding into Category 5 hurricanes, the U.S. was able to avoid a hurricane landfall for the first time in 10 years.
Extreme rapid intensification happens when the maximum sustained winds in a storm increase by 58 mph or more in 24 hours.
"Every hurricane season is unique, but the overall frequency and intensity of storms in the Atlantic basin may be evolving," Porter said. "In a warming world, there are indications that there can be fewer storms overall, but those that do develop can be more likely to intensify rapidly. This could lead to more seasons marked by extended stretches with no tropical activity, separated by short bursts with powerful hurricanes, similar to what has happened in the last two Atlantic hurricane seasons."
AccuWeather hurricane experts say people and businesses should not become complacent after the first season without a U.S. hurricane landfall in 10 years.
"There is an alarming trend of storms rapidly intensifying into major hurricanes when atmospheric ingredients align. Erin and Melissa both exploded from tropical storms into Category 5 hurricanes in less than 48 hours. The threat of hurricanes rapidly intensify near coastal cities is a growing risk for the U.S. and the entire Atlantic basin," DaSilva warned.
The five reasons why most storms curved away from America this year
AccuWeather hurricane experts say a combination of factors and timing -- including a rare interaction between two storms -- prevented more storms from reaching the U.S. coastline this season.
"The Southeast U.S. was spared from major flooding from Hurricane Imelda back in September, thanks in partato the rareaFujiwharaaEffect. When storms move within 850 miles of each other, they can essentially start to swirl or dance around each other. This phenomenon is named after Japanese meteorologistaSakuhei Fujiwhara," DaSilva said.
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Original text here: https://www.accuweather.com/en/press/rapidly-intensifying-storms-and-exceptionally-warm-waters-highlight-a-dynamic-2025-atlantic-hurricane-season/1837112
[Category: BizTravel]
Oracle Health Secures TEFCA QHIN Designation, Further Strengthening Interoperability Leadership
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Nov. 22 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, posted the following news release:
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Oracle Health Secures TEFCA QHIN Designation, Further Strengthening Interoperability Leadership
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Oracle Health Information Network Inc., a subsidiary of Oracle, has been designated as a Qualified Health Information Network (r) (QHIN(tm)) as a part of the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement(tm) (TEFCA(tm)). Building on a long legacy of paving the way for interoperability across the healthcare industry, Oracle Health
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REDWOOD SHORES, California, Nov. 22 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, posted the following news release:
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Oracle Health Secures TEFCA QHIN Designation, Further Strengthening Interoperability Leadership
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Oracle Health Information Network Inc., a subsidiary of Oracle, has been designated as a Qualified Health Information Network (r) (QHIN(tm)) as a part of the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement(tm) (TEFCA(tm)). Building on a long legacy of paving the way for interoperability across the healthcare industry, Oracle Healthremains at the forefront by participating in the nationwide approach to offer secure, smooth, and standardized sharing of health information across all Designated QHINs and between providers, payers, and government agencies. The Oracle Health Information Network is another offering in Oracle's portfolio to help simplify interoperability for providers.
Earlier this year, Oracle also pledged support for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' Digital Health Ecosystem and Interoperability Framework.
Oracle Health's hospital and health system customers now have a single point of connectivity for the broader healthcare ecosystem, removing the need to participate in multiple exchange networks to create a consolidated and comprehensive view of the patient.
"Becoming a Designated QHIN marks another milestone in Oracle's commitment and investment to enable safe and secure interoperability that puts patients first," said Seema Verma, executive vice president and general manager, Oracle Health and Life Sciences. "We believe data interoperability isn't a technical goal; it's the key to unlocking the solution to many problems in healthcare, from harnessing the power of AI, improving quality of care and health outcomes, and scaling value-based care. Oracle Health Information Network helps offer this foundation to empower providers, public health officials, patients, and payers with secure data access to enhance care delivery, gain valuable insights into community health, and streamline authorizations and reimbursements."
Oracle Health Information Network is powered by Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and benefits from its scalability, reliability, advanced security, and high performance, and supports faster and more efficient health data sharing by reducing the dependencies on third party technology that can complicate and slow down the process. Oracle Health customers can participate for free and sign up now by opting in to the Oracle Health Information Network Terms of Participation through Oracle Health Connection Hub. It does not require additional setup, configuration, or consulting engagements.
Oracle Health Information Network delivers a holistic view of the patient by combining data from multiple care venues to drive more informed care decisions and reduce expensive, duplicative testing and clinical processes. The solution can also be used in conjunction with Oracle Health Seamless Exchange, which aggregates data from multiple sources then cleanses and deduplicates the data and integrates it into the Oracle Health Foundation electronic health record (EHR) and next-generation Oracle Health EHR. It significantly reduces time-consuming data review and manual data normalization while increasing data integrity. In addition, customers can use Oracle Health Connection Hub to manage their interoperability services, including the Oracle Health Information Network, to enable interoperability governance, auditing, and access reporting.
"We welcome Oracle Health Information Network as the latest Designated QHIN and are excited to extend the benefits of seamless health information exchange to more participants than ever," said Mariann Yeager, CEO of The Sequoia Project and TEFCA Recognized Coordinating Entity(r) (RCE(r)) Lead.
Additional Resources Regarding Oracle's Commitment to Interoperability
* Oracle Health Information Network's QHIN Frequently Asked Questions
* Learn more about Oracle Health's Interoperable Solutions
* Learn more about TEFCA
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Original text here: https://www.oracle.com/news/announcement/oracle-health-secures-tefca-qhin-designation-2025-11-20/
In Case You Missed It: Delta's Newest Ways to Cross the Atlantic Next Summer
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 22 -- Delta Air Lines issued the following news:
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In case you missed it: Delta's newest ways to cross the Atlantic next summer
Delta is gearing up for its biggest transatlantic schedule yet and setting the stage for an unforgettable summer 2026.
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Over the past several months, Delta has charted new routes, strengthened key U.S. gateways and enhanced premium touches onboard and on the ground. This momentum defines Delta's biggest transatlantic schedule yet and sets the stage for an unforgettable summer 2026.
The summer lineup: Seven new ways to explore Europe
Delta
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ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 22 -- Delta Air Lines issued the following news:
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In case you missed it: Delta's newest ways to cross the Atlantic next summer
Delta is gearing up for its biggest transatlantic schedule yet and setting the stage for an unforgettable summer 2026.
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Over the past several months, Delta has charted new routes, strengthened key U.S. gateways and enhanced premium touches onboard and on the ground. This momentum defines Delta's biggest transatlantic schedule yet and sets the stage for an unforgettable summer 2026.
The summer lineup: Seven new ways to explore Europe
Deltahas been steadily adding new pins to the map for next summer, and the full summer 2026 lineup now offers an entirely fresh menu of travel options. Whether customers are chasing history, sunshine or seaside aperitivo hour, there's a Delta flight for every kind of adventure.
Boston (BOS) -> Madrid (MAD)
Launching May 6, 2026
A city that blends centuries of art and architecture with late-night tapas and endless plazas, Madrid turns every day into a masterpiece.
Seattle (SEA) -> Rome (FCO)
Launching May 6, 2026
From iconic ruins to gelato on cobblestone streets, Rome needs no introduction -- and it's now just one nonstop flight from Seattle.
Seattle (SEA) -> Barcelona (BCN)
Launching May 7, 2026
Barcelona never plays it safe. Gaudi's wonders, buzzing beaches and Catalan culture give this city its unmistakable energy.
Boston (BOS) -> Nice (NCE)
Launching May 16, 2026
Landing on the French Riviera sets the tone: palm-lined promenades, turquoise water and the kind of glamour only the Cote d'Azur can deliver.
New York (JFK) -> Olbia, Sardinia (OLB)
Launching May 20, 2026
With rugged cliffs, hidden coves and endless blues, Sardinia looks straight out of a postcard, because it practically is.
New York (JFK) -> Porto (OPO)
Launching May 21, 2026
Old-world charm meets riverside views in Porto, where colorful streets meet the Douro and Port wine is a way of life.
New York (JFK) -> Malta (MLA)
Launching June 7, 2026
Sun-soaked coasts, ancient fortresses and Mediterranean culture shaped by Europe and North Africa, Malta feels like nowhere else on Earth.
A network built on continued growth
These routes join a transatlantic network that's been expanding throughout the year. In summer 2026, Delta will operate over 650 weekly flights to nearly 30 destinations across Europe, marking the largest transatlantic schedule in Delta's history and offering unmatched choice and connectivity across its hubs.
Seasonal favorites like Catania, Italy (CTA) also return in April 2026, rounding out a summer map designed for explorers, foodies, beach-goers and anyone ready to experience something new.
Can't wait for summer '26? Winter adventures are calling
For customers looking to head abroad before summer arrives, Delta's winter schedule offers a wide range of options, including service to popular destinations like Amsterdam, Paris, Marrakech, London-Heathrow, Dublin, Athens and Zurich, among others.
Winter also brings its own appeal: Amsterdam's glowing canals and cafes, Paris's elegant streets, London's vibrant theater season and Dublin's warm pub culture. Cooler months mean calmer crowds, easier access to major attractions and a more atmospheric, intimate way to explore these destinations.
The journey, elevated: What to expect on the ground and in the air
Delta's growth isn't just about more places, it's about a more premium experience at every step. Customers traveling across the Atlantic in 2026 will enjoy:
* The largest lounge footprint of any U.S. airline, with 56 Delta Sky Clubs featuring more than 700,000 square feet worldwide.
* Delta One Lounges in JFK, LAX, BOS and SEA, setting a new benchmark for pre-flight premium comfort.
* More widebody aircraft across transatlantic routes, giving customers access to Delta One, Delta Premium Select and Delta Comfort with added space and elevated dining.
* A new culinary collaboration with chef Jose Andres, bringing Spanish-inspired dishes and expertly curated wine pairings to select Delta One and Delta First cabins
* Industry-leading inflight entertainment, including Delta's new partnership with YouTube that gives customers frictionless, ad-free access to a selection of popular YouTube creators, podcasts and music playlists. Plus, Delta has teamed up with Crunchyroll to bring the worlds of anime to Delta's more than 165,000 seatback screens.
Whether customers are planning a winter getaway or looking ahead to next summer, Delta offers more ways than ever to make their next international trip unforgettable.
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Original text here: https://news.delta.com/case-you-missed-it-deltas-newest-ways-cross-atlantic-next-summer
[Category: BizTravel]
Android and IPhone Users Can Now Share Files, Starting With the Pixel 10 Family
MOUNTAIN VIEW, California, Nov. 22 -- Alphabet Inc. a provider of internet services (Google), issued the following statement on Nov. 20, 2025:
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Android and iPhone users can now share files, starting with the Pixel 10 family.
When it comes to sharing moments between family and friends, what device you have shouldn't matter -- sharing should just work. But we've heard from many people that they want a simpler way to share files between devices.
Today, we're introducing a way for Quick Share to work with AirDrop. This makes file transfer easier between iPhones and Android devices, and starts
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, California, Nov. 22 -- Alphabet Inc. a provider of internet services (Google), issued the following statement on Nov. 20, 2025:
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Android and iPhone users can now share files, starting with the Pixel 10 family.
When it comes to sharing moments between family and friends, what device you have shouldn't matter -- sharing should just work. But we've heard from many people that they want a simpler way to share files between devices.
Today, we're introducing a way for Quick Share to work with AirDrop. This makes file transfer easier between iPhones and Android devices, and startsrolling out today to the Pixel 10 family.
We built this with security at its core, protecting your data with strong safeguards that were tested by independent security experts. It's just one more way we're bringing better compatibility that people are asking for between operating systems, following our work on RCS and unknown tracker alerts.
We're looking forward to improving the experience and expanding it to more Android devices. See it in action on the Pixel 10 Pro in this video, and try it out for yourself!
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Original text here: https://blog.google/products/android/quick-share-airdrop/
Alphabet Issues Commentary: Court Testimony Highlights the Risk and Disruption of the DOJ's Ad Tech Proposals
MOUNTAIN VIEW, California, Nov. 22 -- Alphabet Inc. a provider of internet services (Google), issued the following commentary on Nov. 20, 2025:
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Court testimony highlights the risk and disruption of the DOJ's ad tech proposals
By Lee-Anne Mulholland, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs
The remedies trial in the U.S. Department of Justice's case about our ad tech business concludes today. Testimony showed that the DOJ's proposal to break up Google Ad Manager is unworkable and would create significant uncertainty and disruption for advertisers and publishers. By contrast, our proposals directly
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, California, Nov. 22 -- Alphabet Inc. a provider of internet services (Google), issued the following commentary on Nov. 20, 2025:
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Court testimony highlights the risk and disruption of the DOJ's ad tech proposals
By Lee-Anne Mulholland, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs
The remedies trial in the U.S. Department of Justice's case about our ad tech business concludes today. Testimony showed that the DOJ's proposal to break up Google Ad Manager is unworkable and would create significant uncertainty and disruption for advertisers and publishers. By contrast, our proposals directlyresponded to the Court's ruling without making it harder and more expensive for small businesses to reach consumers and grow.
Here's a look at some testimony and comments from a range of independent companies:
Tailored, behavioral changes are workable and address the court's findings.
Even witnesses called by the DOJ acknowledged that Google's proposal would address the Court's concerns:
* James Avery, CEO of rival ad server Kevel, testified that a direct, non-preferential connection to Google's exchange would "resolve [the] concerns in this case."
* DOJ's lead economist, Professor Robin Lee, admitted that divestiture would not be needed if behavioral remedies were well-crafted and enforced.
The DOJ's proposal won't work.
The DOJ's proposal to force a divestiture of Google Ad Manager would require a massive technical undertaking that a range of experts testified simply wouldn't work.
* Google expert Professor Jason Nieh called a proposed breakup a "highly complicated software engineering undertaking, with... no guarantee of success."
* Ad Manager's director of engineering, Glenn Bernston, added that "It makes no sense. One can build it, but it won't work."
DOJ's proposal will cause uncertainty and disruption for publishers and advertisers, disproportionately impacting American businesses.
Trial testimony and independent parties confirmed that the DOJ's proposals would significantly hurt small businesses that use our ad tech tools to reach customers and monetize their content.
* Jeff Taxdahl, founder of Thread Logic, small-business owner, highlighted the issues with divestiture: "If Google's ad tech tools are broken, it's not clear what will take their place. A fragmented system would lack Google's reach and efficiency, so we'd have to spend far more time managing multiple ad and analytics platforms. Our ads would be more expensive -- but less effective. That's a one-two punch for America's businesses."
* wikiHow CEO Elizabeth Douglas told the Court: "I'm here today because I'm worried for my business... we require the revenue that we get from our advertising to innovate and to run our business and it scares me to think that it is going to potentially be changing." She also shared that "there's just no SSP that I trust as much as Google, in particular with the consistency that Google pays us every month and supports us with our problems."
* Pinterest CEO Bill Ready explained why breaking Google won't fix the ad market: "a new owner with different incentives--especially one dominant on the buy side or an AI platform optimizing for unknown objectives--could recreate the same dynamics in a new form. And holding that successor accountable could take years."
We've said from the beginning that the DOJ's case ignores immense competition and dynamism of the ad tech market. Ravi Goel, CEO of PubMatic, echoed this at trial, saying ad tech "evolves at a very high pace ... a relentless pace of change." We'll continue to advocate for a resolution that addresses the Court's concerns without stifling the growth of American businesses that choose to use our tools to grow.
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Original text here: https://blog.google/outreach-initiatives/public-policy/court-testimony-risk-disruption-doj-proposals/
