Five One Eight Contracting, LLC, a residential and commercial contracting company serving Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia, has been named a 2026 National Excellence Award winner by the International Association for Business Excellence (IABE) — a distinction earned by fewer than 1% of businesses evaluated nationwide. Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States, 18th Aug 2026 — Unlike City or Regional honors, the National Excellence Award is reserved for organizations whose standard of operation stands out not just in their home market, but across the entire country. To qualify, applicants must clear performance benchmarks across five published criteria — Digital Presence, Customer Reputation, Operational Standing, Industry Tenure, and Professional Integrity — placing them ahead of more than 97...

Miami, Florida, August 17th, 2026, FinanceWire Amboss Technologies today launched the Amboss Affiliate Program, an open invitation to anyone who can introduce businesses to lower-cost, chargeback-free payments while expanding the Bitcoin payments network. Approved affiliates earn 15% of the platform fees Amboss collects from each referred merchant for the first twelve months. That rate rises automatically to 20% once an affiliate’s referred merchants process a combined $1 million or more in trailing 30-day volume. There is no cost to join, no exclusivity requirement, and no earnings cap. Commissions sit in a rewards balance that can be claimed in any amount at any time and are paid in bitcoin over the Lightning Network in seconds. The Amboss Payments API lets merchants accept instant, fin...

Bengaluru, India, August 11th, 2026, TechnologyWire TripleDart Crosses $7M ARR at 50% EBIT Margin, Making the Case for Bootstrapped “Services-as-Software” TripleDart, a bootstrapped B2B growth company, today announced it has crossed $7 million in annual recurring revenue while operating at a 50% EBIT margin. The company says software, not additional headcount or capital, drove the jump. The milestone lands in the middle of a heated debate. Venture investors have poured more than $300 million into “services-as-software” startups this year alone, betting that labor-heavy services work can be run at software-level margins. Most funded players in the category have picked a single slice of marketing to prove that out, design, or content, or SEO. TripleDart says it has done it across the entire...

Miami, FL 33166, United States, 17th Aug 2026 – Pullner, a well-known manufacturer of OEM and ODM filtration solutions, has reported sustained demand for filtration cartridges from operators in the power generation sector during the past twelve months. The company said order volumes for cartridge products supplied to thermal, combined-cycle and cogeneration facilities have held steady, with enquiries linked to scheduled maintenance intervals, plant life-extension work and tightening water quality requirements at generating stations. Filtration equipment performs several distinct roles within a generating facility. Cartridges are commonly installed in boiler feedwater and condensate polishing circuits, in lubricating and turbine oil systems, in closed cooling water loops, and in pre-treatm...

Chicago, IL 60638, United States, 17th Aug 2026 – Lontto, a renowned manufacturer of block and brick making machines, has outlined the scope of its clay brick production equipment range for construction suppliers assessing options for fired and unfired brick output. The company said the range spans extrusion-based systems, hydraulic pressing units and ancillary preparation machinery, with configurations available for operations of differing scale. The summary is intended to give distributors, contractors and materials producers a clearer view of the specifications, output capacities and support arrangements attached to each equipment category. Clay brick production remains a widely practised construction material process, particularly across South Asia, Africa, the Middle East and parts o...

The Secrets We Must Hold: Volume 1 Reveals a True Childhood Story and a Journey of Healing Louisville, Kentucky, United States, 17th Aug 2026 – Kyle Smith is proud to share the release of his new book, The Secrets We Must Hold: Volume 1, a deeply personal self-help book available on Amazon. This book tells a true story from the author’s childhood. It speaks in a clear and honest voice that is easy to understand and hard to forget. This self-help book is based on real-life events from when Kyle was just seven and a half years old until his ninth birthday. It shares the story of a young boy who was asked to keep a painful secret. For many years, he stayed silent. Now, as an adult, he finally feels safe enough to speak. What the Book Is About  In The Secrets We Must Hold: Volume 1, readers f...

Harry John Lanclos III shares a heartwarming children’s story about adventure, growth, and finding where you belong. New York City, New York, United States, 17th Aug 2026 – Author Harry John Lanclos III is excited to announce the release of Harry The Carriage Mule, a delightful Children’s Book now available on Amazon. Inspired by the culture, energy, and unique charm of New Orleans, this engaging story takes readers on an unforgettable journey filled with adventure, learning, and self-discovery. Harry the Carriage Mule follows the story of Harry, a young mule who dreams of seeing more than the quiet countryside where he was raised. Curious about the world beyond his home, Harry sets off on a journey that leads him to the lively streets of New Orleans. Along the way, he experiences excitin...

New York, USA, Aug 17, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — In New York, a new billboard has become the talk of Long Island, and the practice behind it is ready to introduce itself to a wider audience. Pincus Plastic Surgery, led by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. David Pincus, has launched a bold outdoor advertising campaign that is drawing attention from commuters and residents throughout the area. A Fresh Introduction for a Familiar Name For patients who already know Dr. David Pincus, the billboard is a striking new way to see a familiar face. For those encountering the practice for the first time, it serves as an invitation to learn more about the surgeon and the philosophy that shapes his work. The campaign was designed to reflect the same qualities that define the practice itself: confidence, cla...

The Witness follows a woman in hiding whose growing bond with her protector is tested by deadly danger. Los Angeles, California, United States, 17th Aug 2026 – Author Elaine Cross is excited to announce the release of The Witness, a powerful new romantic suspense novel that is now available on Amazon. Filled with danger, emotional tension, and an unforgettable love story, this book takes readers on a journey where one woman’s brave decision changes her life forever. The Witness follows Vivian Caruso, a woman who made a choice that many people would be afraid to make. After discovering the truth about the man she loved, she testified against him in federal court. Her courage helped bring him to justice, but it also put her life in danger. To stay alive, she enters witness protection and be...

B&W Productions delivers turnkey event production across Johannesburg, Cape Town and South Africa, managing everything from creative concept and technical production to logistics, execution and final load-out through one accountable team. Randvaal, Gauteng, South Africa, 17th Aug 2026  — Delivering the same event across Johannesburg and Cape Town requires more than a creative concept and a network of suppliers. It requires one experienced production partner capable of managing the entire event lifecycle—from the first brief and design concept to the final load-out and venue handover. B&W Productions is a South African experiential events and brand activation company offering 360° turnkey event production across Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, Polokwane and nationwide. Fo...