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Saul Ewing Elevates 17 Attorneys to Partnership and Counsel
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 6 -- Saul Ewing, a law firm, issued the following news release on Jan. 5, 2025:
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Saul Ewing Elevates 17 Attorneys to Partnership and Counsel
Saul Ewing LLP announced today that it has elected 10 attorneys to the firm's partnership and promoted seven (7) attorneys to counsel, all effective January 1, 2026.
Chicago
Michael J. Pollock has been elected to partnership. Michael is a member of the firm's Litigation Department and focuses his practice on pursuing injunctive relief and tackling emergency motions. Michael is a go-to litigator for seeking temporary
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PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 6 -- Saul Ewing, a law firm, issued the following news release on Jan. 5, 2025:
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Saul Ewing Elevates 17 Attorneys to Partnership and Counsel
Saul Ewing LLP announced today that it has elected 10 attorneys to the firm's partnership and promoted seven (7) attorneys to counsel, all effective January 1, 2026.
Chicago
Michael J. Pollock has been elected to partnership. Michael is a member of the firm's Litigation Department and focuses his practice on pursuing injunctive relief and tackling emergency motions. Michael is a go-to litigator for seeking temporaryrestraining orders (TROs), particularly in the Illinois courts.
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Andrew E. Bollinger, Thomas Goodwyn, and John Heurich have been promoted to counsel. Andrew is a member of the firm's Litigation Department and focuses his practice on commercial litigation, higher education, and white collar and government enforcement. Tom and John are members of the firm's Transactional Department. Tom focuses his practice on real estate and advises clients across our footprint on purchasing, selling, financing, and commercial real estate leasing matters. John focuses his practice broadly on corporate work, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, private equity, venture capital, fund formation, and general corporate matters.
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Los Angeles
Dana M. Silva has been elected to partnership. Dana is a member of the firm's Litigation Department and focuses her practice on trade secret disputes. Dana has played important roles in trial preparation and trials this year, in both state and federal courts in California.
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Miami
Teofilo Victoria has been elected to partnership. Teo is a member of the firm's Transactional Department and focuses his practice on real estate, including Florida condominium matters.
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Minneapolis
Erin Westbrook has been elected to partnership. Erin is a member of the firm's Litigation Department and focuses her practice on commercial litigation and intellectual property.
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New York
Joel Plainfield has been elected to partnership. Joel is a member of the Transactional Department and focuses his practice on M&A deals.
Christie McGuinness has been promoted to counsel. Christie is a member of the firm's Litigation Department and has broad commercial litigation and white collar experience.
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Philadelphia
Jesse Krohn has been promoted to counsel. Jesse is a member of the firm's Litigation Department and focuses her practice on higher education, including advising college and university clients on compliance, evaluating complaints, and leading investigations and compliance program reviews.
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Pittsburgh
Anne D. Greene has been elected to partnership. Anne is a member of the firm's Transactional Department and focuses her practice on employee benefits. She has broad experience in ERISA qualified plans, health and welfare plans, and the Affordable Care Act.
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Princeton
Melissa A. Clarke and Ronald P. Colicchio have been elected to partnership. Melissa is a member of the firm's Litigation Department and advises clients in a variety of industries in matters involving environmental permitting, counseling and litigation. Ron is a member of the firm's Transactional Department and focuses his practice on trusts and estates. Ron also has significant probate litigation and trial experience.
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Washington, D.C.
Brandon A. Brauer and Cynthia V. Gomez have been elected to partnership. Brandon is a member of the firm's Transactional Department and focuses his practice on real estate, including leases, purchases and sales, financings, construction contracts, and condominium regime work. Cynthia is a member of the firm's Transactional Department and focuses her practice on complex immigration matters and has expertise in the EB-5 Program.
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Ian A. McLin has been promoted to counsel. Ian is a member of the firm's Litigation Department and focuses his practice on insurance coverage issues.
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Wilmington
Paige Topper has been promoted to counsel. Paige is a member of the firm's Transactional Department and represents debtors, official and ad hoc committees, trade creditors, landlords, purchasers of assets, and other parties-in-interest in bankruptcy and restructuring matters.
"These lawyers represent the very best of our firm, and their talent, dedication, and character have already made a lasting impact on our clients, teams, and communities," said Saul Ewing Managing Partner Jason St. John. "We have every confidence in their ability to thrive in these new roles and help shape the future of Saul Ewing, bringing fresh perspectives, strengthening our practices, and investing in the next generation of leaders."
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About Saul Ewing
Saul Ewing is a full-service, national law firm with more than 450 attorneys and a team of top-notch business professionals, all working together to deliver practical, proactive advice and excellent client service. Our diversity of thought, focus on innovation, cross-serving practices, and culture of coaching create a collegial and supportive environment that inspires us to deliver inspired solutions. This is The Saul Approach.
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Original text here: https://www.saul.com/insights/press-release/saul-ewing-partnership-counsel-promotions
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
New York Life Enters 2026 With Industry-Leading Financial Strength Ratings
NEW YORK, Jan. 6 -- New York Life Insurance, a mutual life insurance company, issued the following news release on Jan. 5, 2025:
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New York Life enters 2026 with industry-leading financial strength ratings.
New York Life, America's largest mutual life insurer,/1 today announced that the company once again enters the new year with the highest possible financial strength ratings currently awarded to any U.S. life insurer by all four major ratings agencies. During each rating agency's most recent review cycle, Standard & Poor's, Fitch Ratings, A.M. Best, and Moody's Investors Service all affirmed
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NEW YORK, Jan. 6 -- New York Life Insurance, a mutual life insurance company, issued the following news release on Jan. 5, 2025:
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New York Life enters 2026 with industry-leading financial strength ratings.
New York Life, America's largest mutual life insurer,/1 today announced that the company once again enters the new year with the highest possible financial strength ratings currently awarded to any U.S. life insurer by all four major ratings agencies. During each rating agency's most recent review cycle, Standard & Poor's, Fitch Ratings, A.M. Best, and Moody's Investors Service all affirmedNew York Life's industry-leading ratings.
In November 2025, New York Life announced the company will pay an estimated $2.78 billion in dividends to eligible participating policy owners in 2026 -- the largest dividend payout in New York Life's 180-year history and its 172nd consecutive annual dividend. Dividends are a tangible expression of New York Life's mutuality. The company remains committed to making long-term decisions that support continued strength and deliver enduring value to the millions of individuals, families, and businesses who place their trust in New York Life.
Highlights from the ratings agencies include:
Standard & Poor's - Rating of AA+ (Highest for a U.S. life insurer), as of Oct. 28, 2025
* Excellent business and financial risk positions
* Top market positions in the U.S. individual life insurance industry, propelled by a successful, controlled distribution model
* Consistent strategic focus on whole life policy owners
Fitch Ratings - Rating of AAA (Highest), as of Sept. 16, 2025
* Leading market position in U.S. individual life insurance market
* Exceptionally strong capital
* Diversified liability profile and earnings mix
* Loyal and productive career agency distribution channel
* Leading producer of participating whole life insurance and guaranteed income annuities as well as group life and disability insurance
A.M. Best - Rating of A++ (Highest), as of Aug. 1, 2025
* Very strong operating performance and very favorable business profile
* Very strong risk-adjusted capital
* Very strong and established industry-leading managerial career agency distribution channel
* Strong brand recognition and leading market position in retail life insurance, guaranteed income and fixed deferred annuities -- with a continued top-ranked position in overall U.S. individual annuity sales and lead position in U.S. retail life sales as of year-end 2024
* A well-diversified investment portfolio with a consistent approach toward credit risk and cash
Moody's Investors Service - Rating of Aa1 (Highest for U.S. life insurer), as of June 12, 2025
* Top-tier position in the domestic individual life insurance business
* Leading position in group life and disability insurance
* Large block of individual life insurance containing significant embedded profits
* Productive and well-established career agency distribution network
* Well-diversified investment portfolio, strong liquidity and strong capitalization
The agencies' complete and current public commentaries on New York Life are available here (https://www.newyorklife.com/about/our-strength/what-rating-agencies-say).
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ABOUT NEW YORK LIFE
New York Life Insurance Company (www.newyorklife.com), a Fortune 100 company founded in 1845, is the largest1 mutual life insurance company in the United States and one of the largest life insurers in the world. Headquartered in New York City, New York Life's family of companies offers life insurance and other solutions. New York Life has the highest financial strength ratings currently awarded to any U.S. life insurer from all four of the major credit rating agencies./2
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1/ Based on revenue as reported by "Fortune 500 ranked within Industries, Insurance: Life, Health (Mutual)," Fortune magazine, 6/2/2025. For methodology, please see https://fortune.com/company/new-york-life-insurance/.
2/ Individual independent rating agency commentary as of 10/28/2025: A.M. Best (A++), Fitch (AAA), Moody's Investors Service (Aa1), Standard & Poor's (AA+).
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Original text here: https://www.newyorklife.com/newsroom/2026/2026-industry-leading-financial-strength
[Category: BizInsurance]
Netflix Released the Trailer of 'To Love, to Lose' Set to Premiere on January 15th
LOS GATOS, California, Jan. 6 -- Netflix, an Internet television network provider, issued the following news:
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Netflix Released the Trailer of 'To Love, to Lose' Set to Premiere on January 15th
Netflix has released the trailer for its new series To Love, To Lose, starring Ibrahim Celikkol, Emine Meyrem and Yasemin Kay Allen, along with newly shared images from the show. Capturing the chaos and the unfolding web of relationships that emerge when two people from polar opposite worlds cross paths, To Love, To Lose will meet audiences on Netflix on January 15.
Created by Yavuz Turgul and produced
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LOS GATOS, California, Jan. 6 -- Netflix, an Internet television network provider, issued the following news:
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Netflix Released the Trailer of 'To Love, to Lose' Set to Premiere on January 15th
Netflix has released the trailer for its new series To Love, To Lose, starring Ibrahim Celikkol, Emine Meyrem and Yasemin Kay Allen, along with newly shared images from the show. Capturing the chaos and the unfolding web of relationships that emerge when two people from polar opposite worlds cross paths, To Love, To Lose will meet audiences on Netflix on January 15.
Created by Yavuz Turgul and producedby Erol Avci; a TMC Film production To Love, To Lose is directed by Selim Demirdelen and Kurtcebe Turgul. The series, written jointly by Kurtcebe Turgul and Nilgun Ones, stars Ibrahim Celikkol, Emine Meyrem, and Yasemin Kay Allen, accompanied by an ensemble of seasoned and gifted performers.
A blend of love, sorrow, laughter and intrigue, To Love, To Lose premieres January 15, only on Netflix.
About To Love, To Lose :
Kemal, the collector and overall stronghold of a loan shark family, confronts scriptwriter and obligatory restaurant owner Afife for a debt. This confrontation plunges them into emotions they never anticipated; they soon realize that love and honor are nothing like what they once believed.
Creator: Yavuz Turgul
Directors: Selim Demirdelen, Kurtcebe Turgul
Writers: Kurtcebe Turgul, Nilgun Ones
Executive Producer: Erol Avci
Production Company: TMC Film
Cast: Ibrahim Celikkol, Emine Meyrem, Yasemin Kay Allen, Deniz Turkali, Tarik Papuccuoglu, Menderes Samancilar, Asuman Cakir, Sinan Bengier, Okan Cabalar, Dilsah Demir, Gorkem Sevindik, Can Yilmaz, Demircan Kacel, Nilay Celebi, Caner Erdem, Sercan Batik
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Original text here: https://about.netflix.com/en/news/netflix-released-the-trailer-of-to-love-to-lose-set-to-premiere-on-january
[Category: Media]
EchoStar Announces Conversion Period for Senior Secured Notes
WASHINGTON, Jan. 6 -- EchoStar Corp., Englewood, Colorado, notified holders of its 3.875% Convertible Senior Secured Notes due 2030 that the securities have entered a new conversion period. According to the company, the notes are convertible at the option of the holders through the close of business on March 31, 2026. EchoStar indicated that it retains the election to settle these conversions through cash, shares of common stock, or a combination of both.
The company explained that the notes became eligible for conversion because the sale price of its common stock met specific thresholds during
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 6 -- EchoStar Corp., Englewood, Colorado, notified holders of its 3.875% Convertible Senior Secured Notes due 2030 that the securities have entered a new conversion period. According to the company, the notes are convertible at the option of the holders through the close of business on March 31, 2026. EchoStar indicated that it retains the election to settle these conversions through cash, shares of common stock, or a combination of both.
The company explained that the notes became eligible for conversion because the sale price of its common stock met specific thresholds duringthe final quarter of 2025. Specifically, the stock price exceeded 130 percent of the effective conversion price for at least 20 out of 30 consecutive trading days ending on December 31, 2025. EchoStar stated that any future determinations regarding the convertibility of these notes will continue to be made in accordance with the governing indenture terms.
The current conversion rate is set at approximately 29.735 shares per $1,000 principal amount of notes, which the company noted is equivalent to a conversion price of roughly $33.63 per share. Holders were informed that they may surrender notes for conversion in principal amounts of at least one dollar.
EchoStar clarified that while it has issued the necessary notices regarding terms and procedures through its conversion agent, The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, the organization's board and employees are not making any recommendations on whether holders should exercise the option.
-- Lin Andre Vitin, Targeted News Service
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Source and date of original text: Jan. 5, 2026, https://ir.echostar.com/news-releases/news-release-details/echostar-corporation-announces-additional-conversion-period-3875
[Category: BizTelecommunications]
Consumers Energy Commences Operations at Muskegon Solar
WASHINGTON, Jan. 6 -- Consumers Energy, Jackson, Michigan, announced the official start of operations at Muskegon Solar marking the launch of the company's largest solar project to date. Located at the Muskegon Resource Recovery Center, Michigan, the facility generates 250 megawatts of electricity, which is sufficient to provide power for approximately 40,000 homes and businesses across Michigan.
The president of electric supply at Consumers Energy, Sri Maddipati, stated that the project serves as an example of the reliable and cost-effective initiatives the company is undertaking to build a modernized
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 6 -- Consumers Energy, Jackson, Michigan, announced the official start of operations at Muskegon Solar marking the launch of the company's largest solar project to date. Located at the Muskegon Resource Recovery Center, Michigan, the facility generates 250 megawatts of electricity, which is sufficient to provide power for approximately 40,000 homes and businesses across Michigan.
The president of electric supply at Consumers Energy, Sri Maddipati, stated that the project serves as an example of the reliable and cost-effective initiatives the company is undertaking to build a modernizedelectric grid. The president credited the support of Moorland Township and Muskegon County for the successful implementation of the landmark array, which is intended to meet the evolving energy needs of the region.
The project features more than 550,000 solar panels arranged in 5,200 rows. These panels utilize tracking technology to follow the path of the sun, allowing for energy generation from sunrise to sunset. According to the company, the construction phase of the solar array provided a significant economic boost to the area by creating over 200 construction jobs.
A vice president at Burns & McDonnell, the construction partner for the project, noted that the facility stands as a testament to the skill and dedication of the local workforce. While Muskegon Solar is the company's largest site, Consumers Energy indicated it is part of a broader portfolio that includes smaller projects at Western Michigan University, Grand Valley State University, and in Cadillac.
-- Lin Andre Vitin, Targeted News Service
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Source and date of original text: Jan. 5, 2026, https://www.cmsenergy.com/investor-relations/news-releases/news-release-details/2026/Consumers-Energy-Starts-Operating-Muskegon-Solar-Helping-Meet-Michigans-Energy-Needs/default.aspx
[Category: BizEnergy]
Bill Ashworth Steps Into Role as VHB President
WATERTOWN, Massachusetts, Jan. 6 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc., a provider of transportation planning, engineering, design, land development and environmental services, posted the following news:
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Bill Ashworth Steps Into Role as VHB President
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VHB proudly announces that Bill Ashworth, PE, ENV SP, has assumed the role of President of VHB. Bill, whose selection as the firm's next leader was announced in July, has played a key role in positioning VHB to scale, grow, and thrive to meet the evolving needs of clients and communities, as the firm works to create
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WATERTOWN, Massachusetts, Jan. 6 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc., a provider of transportation planning, engineering, design, land development and environmental services, posted the following news:
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Bill Ashworth Steps Into Role as VHB President
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VHB proudly announces that Bill Ashworth, PE, ENV SP, has assumed the role of President of VHB. Bill, whose selection as the firm's next leader was announced in July, has played a key role in positioning VHB to scale, grow, and thrive to meet the evolving needs of clients and communities, as the firm works to createa more sustainable future.
Bill joined VHB early in his career as a traffic engineer in the firm's Providence, RI, office. His career progression reflects a deep commitment to leadership and service. He advanced through a series of roles within the Rhode Island office, including Transportation Director and Managing Director, before serving as New England Regional Manager. In 2017, Bill was appointed Chief Operating Officer.
"This is a defining and pivotal time for VHB and our industrythe next decade will bring more disruption, complexity, and opportunity than any era in our history," said Bill. "I'm honored to lead our talented, forward-focused team as we continue to evolve, embracing technology, AI, and innovation to accelerate our impact for clients and communities."
A true steward of VHB, Bill's unwavering commitment to the firm's people, clients, and future is widely recognized. "The Board and I have the utmost confidence in Bill," said Mike Carragher, VHB Chair. "His dedication to ensuring our future success is remarkable, and his passion for tackling complex challenges is inspiring. Bill's experience and leadership have earned deep trust across the organization, and he brings a thoughtful, long-term perspective to navigating a rapidly changing industry."
VHB's leadership transition reflects the strength of the firm's Generational Company philosophyproviding opportunities for individuals to reach their full potential while preparing the organization for the next generation of leaders.
Bill succeeds Mike Carragher, who served as President and CEO of VHB for 11 years. Under Mike's leadership, the firm tripled in size and surpassed $500 million in annual revenue. Mike will continue to serve as VHB Chair.
"I'm deeply grateful for Mike's leadership and the foundation he built," said Bill. "He honored the legacy of our founders as a true steward of VHB, strengthening our values while leading the firm through a period of meaningful growth, expansion, and technological advancementall with an unwavering focus on our people and clients. I look forward to building on this strong momentum and continuing to evolve our Generational Company."
Bill Ashworth, President
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Original text here: https://www.vhb.com/news/bill-ashworth-steps-into-president-role/
Alphabet Inc. Issues Commentary: Android XR Lights Up Sphere in Las Vegas for CES
MOUNTAIN VIEW, California, Jan. 6 -- Alphabet Inc. a provider of internet services (Google), issued the following on commentary on Jan. 5, 2025:
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Android XR lights up Sphere in Las Vegas for CES.
By Menaka Shroff | VP of Marketing
Since introducing Android XR, our operating system for next generation headsets and glasses, we've begun moving from vision to reality. Samsung recently launched the Galaxy XR and we just previewed upcoming devices on The Android Show | XR Edition.
Combining Gemini with an awareness of your surroundings, Android XR brings you new ways to experience apps. Your
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, California, Jan. 6 -- Alphabet Inc. a provider of internet services (Google), issued the following on commentary on Jan. 5, 2025:
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Android XR lights up Sphere in Las Vegas for CES.
By Menaka Shroff | VP of Marketing
Since introducing Android XR, our operating system for next generation headsets and glasses, we've begun moving from vision to reality. Samsung recently launched the Galaxy XR and we just previewed upcoming devices on The Android Show | XR Edition.
Combining Gemini with an awareness of your surroundings, Android XR brings you new ways to experience apps. YourAI assistant provides real-time help, whether you're building a virtual workspace or diving into a game.
Today, we're bringing Android XR to the Las Vegas skyline by turning the outside of Sphere into an immersive portal of imagination. Watch as our Android bot discovers what's possible with an Android XR headset: soaring through space, painting mid-air, getting help while gaming and more. It's a larger-than-life look at how Gemini transforms the way you watch, explore and create in XR.
Check out The Android Show | XR Edition (https://youtu.be/oy_ayfHcVWA?si=z1FNBIEW28gUywfl) to learn more and see what's coming.
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Original text here: https://blog.google/technology/xr-ar/android-xr-sphere-ces-2026/
