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American Military News
3 days ago
- Business
- American Military News
Alabama defense contractor acquires Albuquerque's Verus Research
The Albuquerque-based Verus Research on Monday announced that Alabama-based contractor Radiance Technologies acquired it over the weekend. The companies hope the move, effective as of Sunday, will expand their combined capabilities across the energy, space, prototyping, cybersecurity, data science and artificial intelligence fields. The New Mexico research and development company will maintain its local operations as a wholly owned subsidiary of Radiance. Verus Research CEO Grady Patterson declined to disclose the amount of the deal. 'By combining those two (companies), we're able to leverage each other's strengths,' Patterson said in an interview. The acquisition aligns with state efforts to establish itself as a tech hub, leveraging its rich R&D legacy at places like Sandia National Laboratories and Los Alamos National Laboratory while expanding into emerging areas such as quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Radiance Technologies, founded in 1999, is an employee-owned prime contractor with more than 1,000 employee-owners across the U.S. It works with the U.S. Department of Defense and other national intelligence firms, and already has a presence in New Mexico through project offices at Kirtland Air Force Base and White Sands Missile Range. Much of Verus' work also involves the DOD, Mark DelGrande, the chief technology officer at Verus, told the Journal in a Business Outlook podcast episode last year. Patterson described the work at Verus as 'cutting-edge technical prototyping, hardware development, proof of concept,' whereas Radiance has a deep technical domain. Patterson said there will be no job consolidations at Verus as part of the acquisition. Verus, which has appeared four times on the Inc. 5000 list and was founded in 2014, expanded its New Mexico presence in 2021 with a 41,000-square-foot building in southeast Albuquerque. It recently opened a 27,000-square-foot remodeled office and laboratory space with state-of-the-art robotics and radio frequency design capabilities, according to a news release. 'We're not leaving the community,' Patterson said. 'We're not refocused off the community. Our engagement will still be with the surrounding community. We're still here to help build that tech hub for New Mexico.' He acknowledged that acquisitions can be nerve-wracking, but said this takeover by Radiance will ultimately bring growth to the state. 'Instead of one-off proof of concepts, it might be larger, higher-tech maturity systems that are being used by our warfighters on a shorter time scale,' Patterson said. ___ © 2025 the Albuquerque Journal Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
Daily Record
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Shoppers adore Sol de Janeiro body spray with SPF 50 that 'smells beyond amazing'
As Scots are set to see some a spell of sunny weather this week, many will be reluctant to crack open their same old greasy sun creams to protect their skin. But one SPF body spray could be the ideal alternative to oily sun creams for those looking for a classier way to keep their skin safe from the sun. From the cult-favourite brand Sol de Janeiro, which boasts celebrity fans, this £36 body spray with SPF has been causing a stir for its divine scent and "summer shimmer" glow that's set to make your skin look like you've just come back from a vacation abroad, reports the Mirror. Beauty buffs have been going wild for this SPF spray , available on Cult Beauty. Promising a radiant, glowy finish and SPF 50 protection, this body spray is set to be a must-have product to keep in your bag, whether you're heading off on holiday or fancy sporting a sun-kissed glow. READ MORE: Boden's £112 dress that 'gets so many compliments cut to £57 in spring sale READ MORE: Amazon shoppers in awe of 'resilient' waterproof garden lights perfect for summer nights The Rio Radiance SPF 50 Body Spray (200ml) is a hydrating sunscreen that delivers natural sheen and a nostalgic scent to the skin. Drenching the skin in limb-loving ingredients, this sunscreen spray uses brightening niacinamide, nourishing cupuaçu butter, hydrating coconut water, and antioxidant-rich pongamia seed to protect the skin against environmental aggressors, including damaging UV rays that can harm the skin and lead to premature signs of ageing. As this lightweight mist sinks in, it leaves a natural, glowy sheen while defending your skin against sun damage. Its formula features an irresistible beachy scent with notes of sweet coconut, warm sand, creamy vanilla, and sensual amber essence, a blend of accords many shoppers have praised for "smelling divine". Retailing for £36, this Radiance body spray boasts plenty of glowing testimonials from Sol de Janeiro fans and skincare shoppers. One Cult Beauty customer raved: "A beautiful fragrant sun protection. Smells beautiful and leaves a lovely summer sheen on the skin . Has protected my sensitive skin really well and the beautiful fragrance is an extra bonus. Although more expensive still recommend trying for yourself especially when a CB offer is on." Another buyer beamed: " Smells beyond amazing , so excited they have started doing SPF!" And one shopper gushed: " One of the best SPFS , dries so quickly, smells amazing, and isn't greasy." Another shopper chimed in with some mixed opinions on the product, highlighting that it was not as shimmery as advertised. They said: "No surprise here that Sol de janeiro have delivered a fantastic summer product. This is light and non greasy and the beautiful scent and glow lasts all day- my co workers asked if I had been on holiday!! "Definitely protect you well from the sun. I was worried as to how long it would last as the bottle feels so light but it has lasting power. The glow is definitely subtle though and not the shimmer that the initial influencer videos had, but I just use this alongside my shimmer oil if I really want to GLOW- spraying it last!" And if you're browsing alternative SPF body sprays, Amazon offers the SVR SUN SECURE Sun Water - Face and Body Sunscreen for £25 or the Coola Classic SPF 50 Body Sun Cream Spray for £21.60.
Daily Mirror
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Sol de Janeiro body spray with SPF 50 that 'dries so quick' is ideal for coming heatwave
Whether you're protecting your skin against the sun this heatwave or fancy stunning a 'just been on holiday' glow, this Sol de Janeiro body spray with SPF is your new best friend From the cult-favourite brand Sol de Janeiro, which boasts celebrity fans, this body spray with SPF has been causing a stir for its divine scent and "summer shimmer" glow that's set to make your skin look like you've just come back from a vacation abroad. Landing on virtual shelves at Cult Beauty, beauty buffs have been going wild for this SPF spray, especially with a spring heatwave arriving in the UK this week. Promising a radiant, glowy finish and SPF 50 protection, this body spray is set to be a must-have product to keep in your bag, whether you're heading off on holiday or fancy sporting that sunkissed luminosity with one easy-to-use spray. From the brand that's become a summer holiday staple, even making its way into the Love Island villa, this SPF body spray is set to serve summer feelings all year round. This sunshine-scented must-have instantly transports the wearer to the sandy shores of Copacabana and beyond. The Rio Radiance SPF 50 Body Spray (200ml) is a hydrating sunscreen that delivers natural sheen and a nostalgic scent to the skin. Drenching the skin in limb-loving ingredients, this sunscreen spray uses brightening niacinamide, nourishing cupuaçu butter, hydrating coconut water, and antioxidant-rich pongamia seed to protect the skin against environmental aggressors, including damaging UV rays that can harm the skin and lead to premature signs of ageing. As this lightweight mist sinks in, it leaves a natural, glowy sheen while defending your skin against sun damage. As if that wasn't enough, its formula features an irresistible beachy scent with notes of sweet coconut, warm sand, creamy vanilla, and sensual amber essence, a blend of accords many shoppers have praised for "smelling divine". Retailing for £36, this Radiance body spray boasts plenty of glowing testimonials from Sol de Janeiro fans and skincare shoppers. One Cult Beauty customer raves: "A beautiful fragrant sun protection. Smells beautiful and leaves a lovely summer sheen on the skin. Has protected my sensitive skin really well and the beautiful fragrance is an extra bonus. Although more expensive still recommend trying for yourself especially when a CB offer is on." Further adoration comes from this buyer who beams: " Smells beyond amazing, so excited they have started doing SPF!" Another shopper chimes in with: "No surprise here that Sol de janeiro have delivered a fantastic summer product. This is light and non greasy and the beautiful scent and glow lasts all day- my co workers asked if I had been on holiday!! Definitely protect you well from the sun. I was worried as to how long it would last as the bottle feels so light but it has lasting power. The glow is definitely subtle though and not the shimmer that the initial influencer videos had, but I just use this alongside my shimmer oil if I really want to GLOW- spraying it last!" And a fourth gushes: " One of the best SPFS, dries so quickly, smells amazing, and isn't greasy."
Forbes
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
CAPE Radiance Gala Celebrates API Women And Nonbinary Individuals In Light Of Attack On DEI
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 24: CAPE presenters and honorees attend CAPE's third annual Radiance ... More Gala Celebrating API Women & Non-Binary Achievement in Entertainment at The Ebell of Los Angeles on March 24, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo byfor CAPE) As Trump's attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and accessibility continue to cause rollbacks and eliminations of DEI programs in Hollywood, there are still many nonprofits dedicated to minorities, women, and other underrepresented demographics fighting back. The Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment (CAPE) is one of them. As one of the leading Asian and Pacific Islander entertainment organizations, CAPE held its third annual Radiance Gala Monday night at The Ebell in Los Angeles. Hosted by Kiran Deol, the event celebrates the achievements of Asian and Pacific Islander women and non-binary artists, artisans, and leading voices in entertainment. The decrease in DEI support from the current administration did not deter CAPE executive director and CEO Michelle Sugihara and her team as they prepared for their event, held annually during Women's History Month. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 24: Michelle Sugihara speaks onstage at CAPE's third annual Radiance ... More Gala Celebrating API Women & Non-Binary Achievement in Entertainment at The Ebell of Los Angeles on March 24, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo byfor CAPE) 'At [this] moment, events like these are even more important than ever, because this is a testament to showing them that joy is our power, and the source of our strength,' Sugihara tells Forbes. '[This is a time] in the community to be together when everyone else is trying to tear us down. We are stronger when we show the world that we aren't going anywhere.' Proceeds from the gala will support CAPE's pathway programs for API industry folks, including the CAPE New Writers Fellowship (CNWF), CAPE New Leaders Fellowship (CLF), Julia S. Gouw Short Film Challenge for API Women and Non-Binary Filmmakers, CAPE Animation Directors Accelerator, CAPE Emerging Executives Committee, and many other inoculation programs. CNWF's program has one of the highest success rates in the industry, with its graduates staffed on over 70 shows across all major network, cable, and streaming platforms – in addition to signing overall deals. 'CAPE writers are represented throughout the ranks from staff writer to showrunner,' Sugihara says. 'The CAPE Leaders Fellowship for rising senior-level creative executives has seen over 40 promotions. CAPE's programs have launched and advanced hundreds of careers for Asians and Pacific Islanders in entertainment.' The gala presented awards to API trailblazers throughout the industry – in front and behind the camera, including the Cindy Y. Huang Rising Star Award given to Amber Midthunder (Novocaine, 'Legion'), the Julia S. Gouw Next Gen Award given to Maia Kealoha (Disney's Lilo & Stitch), the Trailblazer Award given to activist Cecilia Chung (Transgender Law Center), the Behind-the-Camera Award given to Aika Miyake (Film Editor, FX's 'Shōgun'), the Visionary Award given to Samantha Quan (Producer, Anora), the Comedy Award to Zarna Garg, and the Social Impact Award to Ann Lee (CEO/Co-Founder, Community Organized Relief Effort, a.k.a. CORE) & Tiffany Tse (VP Development, CORE). The Best in Film Award was presented to Disney's Moana 2's Dana Ledoux Miller (Director and Writer), Kalikolehua Hurley (Sr. Manager, Head of Cultural Trust at Walt Disney Animation Studios), Christina Chen (Producer, p.g.a.) Avneet Kaur (Head of Characters & Technical Animation, Walt Disney Animation Studios), Grace Kim (Casting Director), and Erin Ramos (Effects Supervisor). LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 24: Daria Overby accepts the Uplifter Award at CAPE's third annual ... More Radiance Gala Celebrating API Women & Non-Binary Achievement in Entertainment at The Ebell of Los Angeles on March 24, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo byfor CAPE) Though the energy throughout the night was mostly praise and celebration, it was hard to ignore the current climate and the impending shifts in studio funding and programs. STARZ Network executive director of Creative Diversity and Inclusion Daria Overby, who received the Uplifter Award for her work on CAPE's Showrunner Incubator program and STARZ #TakeTheLead initiative, said in her speech that the network is 'committed to amplifying narratives by, about, and for women and underrepresented audiences.' She tells the audience that despite these uncertain times, diversity in this business should not be a dirty word – rather, an intentional choice' and to 'keep asking the hard questions and pushing boundaries.' 'Change doesn't happen overnight, but it does happen when we work together,' said Overby. 'Let's not settle for anything less than what we deserve.' Ledoux-Miller addressed the situation during her speech, saying that those with 'fragile egos' have come for diverse voices 'yet again,' but 'they will not defeat us.' Ledoux-Miller, whose film made over 1 billion dollars at the global box office in 2024 and was watched 27.3 million times in its first week streaming on Disney+, said, 'They can try to strip our funding. They can underestimate us. Try to tell us we are not enough. But we know the truth. We know, like Moana, that no matter the storms ahead, we will never stop discovering the depths of our courage, the strength of our communities and not just our value, but our worth.' LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 24: (L-R) Christina Chen, Avneet Kaur, Grace Kim, Kalikolehua ... More Hurley, Erin Ramos, and Dana Ledoux Miller accept the Best In Film Award for 'Moana 2' at CAPE's third annual Radiance Gala Celebrating API Women & Non-Binary Achievement in Entertainment at The Ebell of Los Angeles on March 24, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo byfor CAPE) The night was filled with many empowered by the honorees' words and surrounded by passionate API non-binary people and women in the entertainment field. Director and writer Mayumi Yoshida, who participated in CAPE's Beyond JAPAN-FILMMAKER program with the Japan External Trade Organization last fall, called the event an 'extraordinary experience' and felt inspired by fellow professionals making strides in the industry. 'I've been feeling the change in how programs are being shut down or losing funding,' says Yoshida. 'This event made me feel this connection laterally and vertically, introducing you to these folks who are much more experienced and gave me hope that I can go to these people [and go through CAPE's] programs.' Sugihara credits her dedicated staff and team of volunteers and CAPE's generous sponsors, including Lexus, Julis S. Gouw, Bill Imada, Cindy Y. Huang, STARZ, and more, for keeping their programs and the Radiance Gala running. As the world's longest-running API-focused nonprofit for the past 34 years, CAPE plans to continue serving its community through its programs and industry partnerships. Sugihara says, 'As the industry contracts and attacks against DEI increase, these programs are increasingly more critical to ensure underrepresented voices and stories are heard and told.'
