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PHUKET - November 2, 2026 - Thailand leads Southeast Asia in road fatalities, according to UN Special Envoy Jean Todt, who cited the country in a November 2024 warning about the region's road safety crisis. Across Southeast Asia, 40% of those deaths involve motorcycles. In Phuket, where an estimated 14 million visitors arrived in 2024, the proportion is higher.

PATTAYA - November 2, 2026 - Pattaya received more than 10.45 million international visitors between January and November 2024 alone, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand. Most arrived with detailed plans for accommodation, activities, and restaurants. Very few had any plan for their health.

BANGKOK - November 2, 2026 - Most people arrive in Bangkok feeling tired, headachy, and slightly off. They assume it is jet lag. Often, it is not.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA - November 2, 2026 - PJ Solar Cleaning & Bird Proofing is launching a homeowner education effort highlighting what can accumulate above and beneath rooftop solar systems. Founder Deshawn “PJ” Phillips, known as the Traveling Bird Proofer and the King of Bird Proofing, says pigeon nesting, air pollution and dry debris deserve more attention when families invest in solar energy.

Tampa, FL - November 2, 2026 - ScanToScope introduces a new approach to remodeling estimating software, helping residential contractors measure projects, qualify potential customers, and prepare preliminary estimates using their own pricing before scheduling an on-site visit.

Chicago, Illinois, United States - November 2, 2026 - Pentestica has published six penetration testing case studies documenting security weaknesses, remediation and retesting across applications, cloud environments and internal infrastructure. Published on October 28, 2026, the anonymized accounts explain what testers demonstrated, where each assessment stopped and how fixes were checked.

Sydney, Australia - 2 November, 2026 - Australian comparison company Cert3 Comparisons has launched a new, completely free comparison platform dedicated to helping prospective students compare Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30125) courses across Australia.

EDINBURG, Texas - November 2, 2026 - Citrus All-Pro Wrestling (CAPW) drew its first capacity crowd this past Friday, October 30, bringing more than 400 attendees to Citrus Live Theatre less than a year after the independent promotion’s January 2026 launch.

NEW YORK, NY - November 2, 2026 - Michael Benabib, the corporate headshot photographer in New York City behind Executive Photos NYC, is expanding studio and on-location executive portrait sessions that apply the editorial approach he developed photographing for Forbes, The New York Times, Vanity Fair and The Wall Street Journal. As a corporate headshot photographer in New York City for more than 30 years, Benabib now photographs Fortune 500 executives, attorneys, physicians and full leadership teams on location and at his studio at 275 Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan.

SEATTLE, Wash. - November 02, 2026 - Prompt Research, a new ThriveStack citedby feature launched today, builds AI search prompt panels from 12 brand signals so marketers can measure how often AI engines name their brand.

MILFORD, MA - November 2, 2026 - Frank's Appliance in Milford, Massachusetts has been voted best appliance store for sales and service for the fifth year, winning MyFM 101.3's Quest for the Best 2026 after titles in 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025.

Naples, FL – November 2, 2026 – Agentic AI has moved out of the demo stage and into earnings reports. Over the past few months, some of the biggest names in tech have started reporting revenue, customer counts, and usage figures tied to AI agents that answer customers, book appointments, resolve support tickets, and complete sales on their own.

HAMPSHIRE, United Kingdom - November 1, 2026 - Electric bikes have moved onto holiday gift lists alongside phones and laptops, and the price puts them in the category of gifts worth getting right. Young Electric Bikes, a US-focused brand selling fat tire e-bikes and a wide range of hitch-mounted e-bike racks, sells direct through its own website, which is where buyers compare models and accessories. For shoppers buying in November 2026, promo code SAVE2026 takes $15 off sitewide at youngelectricbikes.com.

HAMPSHIRE, United Kingdom - November 1, 2026 - Hollyland, the Shenzhen-based maker of wireless audio and video equipment, used IFA 2026 in Berlin to launch two new LARK microphones. The LARK M3 is built for multi-person, multi-camera shoots. The LARK A2 is the opposite: a small, pre-paired system for solo creators who want to clip a mic on and start recording. It went on sale in September, and with creator kit high on many holiday gift lists, it is the Hollyland model most buyers will be comparing in November. For shoppers buying in November 2026, promo code SAVE2026 takes 10% off sitewide at the official Hollyland store.

HAMPSHIRE, United Kingdom - November 1, 2026 - Wolfbox, the dash cam and automotive electronics brand known for its mirror dash cams, turned seven in October 2026 and marked it with two launches. The K9 Pro is a compact three-channel dash cam recording the road ahead, the cabin and the rear, and FlexPilot is a customisable four-channel mirror dash cam for off-road vehicles, trailers and RVs. With dash cams a popular gift for drivers, November is when many buyers compare models. For shoppers buying in November 2026, promo code SAVE2026 takes 10% off sitewide at the official Wolfbox store.

HAMPSHIRE, United Kingdom - November 1, 2026 - Smart rings have become a regular feature on holiday gift lists, and for US shoppers the Ultrahuman Ring Pro is back in contention. Ultrahuman's previous ring, the Ring Air, was blocked from import into the US in October 2025 following a patent ruling. The company redesigned its flagship, US Customs and Border Protection cleared the Ring Pro in March 2026, and US pre-orders opened on 24 March. For shoppers buying in November 2026, promo code SAVE2026 takes 10% off at the official Ultrahuman store.

Utica, NY, United States - October 31, 2026 - Celebrity actor Lillo Brancato, widely celebrated for his breakout role in the 1993 classic "A Bronx Tale" & the hit TV show "The Sopranos", was recently spotted in Utica, New York. He was seen out with Utica, NY actor, rapper, and filmmaker Eugene G. Swiss Thomas. Both Lillo & Eugene are slated to star in an upcoming feature film together.

Bellevue, WA - October 31, 2026 - CX Research Institute is pleased to announce the publication of its latest research report, Best Windermere Realtor in Bellevue, WA (2026): A Research-Based Comparative Analysis. The report provides a comprehensive, methodology-driven evaluation of Windermere Real Estate professionals and teams serving Bellevue, offering clarity for buyers and sellers navigating a market shaped by tight inventory, shifting price conditions, and a wide range of representation models.

Laguna Beach, California - October 31, 2026 - Reconciled Software, LLC introduces Holier, a new Catholic confession app for iPhone that gives Catholics an AI companion for the daily fight against sin. Unlike checklist-style confession apps, Holier is built on conversation: Catholics talk through their day, or a temptation, and their confession list is drafted for them, ready to read in the confessional. Holier is available now on the App Store for iPhone.

New York, USA - October 31, 2026 - MoonShadow and MoonLight has officially relaunched its website with a refined focus on bohemian-inspired apparel and gifts created for people who embrace individuality, creative expression, and a free-spirited way of life. The updated online store at moonshadowandmoonlight.com now offers a collection that includes t-shirts, sweatshirts, outerwear, jewelry, and curated gifts, all selected to reflect a philosophy rooted in freedom, joy, and personal meaning.

United States - October 31, 2026 - Whitenicious Kids, the children’s clothing brand founded in 2016 by recording artist and entrepreneur Dencia and her sister Rebecca, is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a renewed commitment to the children and families at the heart of its story.

Scottsdale, AZ - October 31, 2026 - Radian Leads, a mortgage lead provider that delivers exclusive live transfers to mortgage lenders, today released performance data from the first week of a cash-out refinance live transfer campaign serving a licensed mortgage lender. The campaign, which began on October 27, 2026, screens homeowners for VA, FHA and conventional cash-out refinance, home equity line of credit (HELOC) and second-lien home equity programs before introducing them live to the lender’s loan officers.

October 31, 2026 - Naples, Florida - Founded in 2013 by Antonio Rao, Rao Designs, LLC is a Naples-based design and drafting firm specializing in residential and commercial projects throughout Southwest Florida. Serving homeowners, builders, developers, and business owners, the company provides comprehensive design, construction documentation, and engineering services for projects ranging from custom waterfront residences to commercial renovations and new construction.

United States - October 31, 2026 - In a world where beauty and personal style go hand in hand, The Runway Looks® brings a distinctive perspective to luxury hair care. Inspired by the world's leading fashion capitals, the brand combines runway sophistication with thoughtfully developed hair care products designed to enhance the beauty, confidence and individuality of women and men.

ChongQing - October 31, 2026 - On October 30, SERES announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2026. Revenue for the quarter reached RMB 28.08 billion, and net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company came to RMB 1.42 billion, marking a return to profitability.

Dongguan, China - October 31, 2026 - Dongguan Yingshang Industrial Co., Ltd. (YINGSHANG), a supplier of customized precision hardware and integrated manufacturing solutions, has installed a batch of Japanese Star sliding-headstock CNC lathes and German-engineered five-axis CNC machining centers at its production facility. The equipment installation expands the company's machining capabilities for complex, non-standard components used in high-end equipment and smart home products.

Franklin, Massachusetts, USA - October 31, 2026 - Getting ready for the day, taking responsibility for a small task and celebrating an “I did it!” moment are familiar parts of family life. BrightBuddySkills Trio brings a colorful cast of original characters to those everyday experiences through its life-skills videos and collection of activities, clothing and gifts.

CHARLESTON, S.C. - October 31, 2026 - Dr. Ivan Del Valle, a data & AI architecture and engineering leader, joined a leading data and AI consulting firm in September 2026. The move marks his return to consulting in an architecture-engineering capacity, combining doctoral-level expertise, academic leadership, and extensive experience solving complex, real-world data challenges at scale.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. - October 31, 2026 - AcademySTAY, a Sacramento nonprofit providing housing and wraparound support for young adults ages 18 to 24 who have aged out of the foster care system, has provided more than 20,000 safe nights since its first student moved in on October 2, 2024.

WOODBRIDGE, VA - October 31, 2026 - Immigration lawyer Marianela Uribe, owner and lead attorney of USG Law Group LLC in Woodbridge, Virginia, leads a practice focused on family-based petitions, asylum, green cards and removal defense for immigrant families. Ms. Uribe practiced law in Bolivia before moving to the United States, where she rebuilt her legal career from the beginning and was admitted to the Virginia State Bar in 2026, adding Virginia to her existing admission in Maryland. The firm serves clients throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C.

Last Chapter Coffee has a new chapter to celebrate—and this one comes with three gold ribbons.

National recognition celebrates an emerging destination for live jazz, exceptional musicianship, and the art of listening.

NORTH RICH­LAND HILLS, TX — October 31, 2026 — North Texas Home Exteriors provides a variety of home improvement services to homeowners throughout North Texas. Based at 7901 Whispering Woods Ln, North Richland Hills, TX 76182, the company offers window replacement, siding, doors, roof replacement, painting, patio enclosures, fence replacement, stamped and decorative concrete, outdoor kitchens, and shade structures.

BILLINGS, MT. — October 31, 2026 — A well-functioning garage door helps homeowners maintain convenient access to their properties and enables businesses to carry out daily activities with fewer interruptions. When a garage door begins showing signs of wear or requires an upgrade, choosing an appropriate service can help restore functionality and improve the overall experience of using the system. Bailey Garage Doors, a locally operated company established in 1999, provides garage door repair, installation, replacement, and maintenance services to residential and commercial customers throughout Billings, Montana, and surrounding communities.

Doors Galore Supports Better Garage Door Performance for Homes and Businesses

Precision Garage Doors & Gates Provides Garage Door and Gate Services for Local Properties

ROCHESTER, NY – October 31, 2026 – Chamber Music Rochester continues its 50th Anniversary Season on Sunday, November 15, 2026, with Eddie Barbash of The Late Show Band, the Sequel. The concert begins at 3:00 p.m. at Beston Hall in Nazareth University’s Glazer Music Performance Center, 4245 East Avenue.

SANTA ROSA, Calif. - October 30, 2026 - Platinum Finishing Systems (PFS), a paint booth manufacturer based at 1400 Airport Blvd in Santa Rosa, California, exhibited at FABTECH 2026 in Las Vegas at Booth S13053. The centerpiece of the PFS booth was the Orion-R open face paint booth equipped with a FANUC paint-spraying robot, shown alongside the PFS Nova Series spray-to-waste powder coating booth. Both booths were built at the PFS shop in Santa Rosa.

Conditional cash offers, road-material commercialization, a five-unit robotics pilot and corporate cleanup provide milestones for investors to monitor.

DALLAS, Texas, October 30, 2026 - Blue Biofuels, Inc. (OTCQB: BIOF) is advancing renewable fuels from non-food resources, targeting cellulosic ethanol, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable gasoline. Its patented biomass-conversion technology offers potential feedstock advantages within a sector featuring Alto Ingredients (NASDAQ: ALTO), Green Plains (NASDAQ: GPRE), REX American Resources (NYSE: REX) and Gevo (NASDAQ: GEVO) .

October 30, 2026 - LIBERTY, MO - Anytime Garage Doors provides garage door repair, replacement, installation, and maintenance services for homeowners and businesses throughout Kansas City, Missouri, and surrounding communities. Operating from 1325 South La Frenz Road in Liberty, MO 64068, the company helps property owners address garage door problems and consider practical solutions for their buildings.

October 30, 2026 - BLOOMINGTON, IN - Hey Bo Garage Door Service announces an upcoming office relocation in Bloomington, Indiana, and an additional location in Farmersburg, Indiana, serving customers in the Terre Haute area. These location updates reflect the company's growing local presence and provide homeowners and businesses with updated information about where to find its garage door services.

October 30, 2026 - SUMMERVILLE, SC - Chase Garage Door Service provides garage door repair, installation, replacement, and maintenance services to homeowners and businesses in Summerville, South Carolina. Located at 116 Farmhill Dr, Summerville, SC 29483, the company offers a range of garage door solutions designed to address everyday wear, unexpected mechanical problems, and property improvement projects.

HOUSTON, TX - October 30, 2026 - Nebius, an AI cloud company providing infrastructure for developing, training, and deploying AI applications, has generated more than 1,800 initial signups for its AI Builder Program through a creator-led developer marketing campaign executed in partnership with marketing agency DevTools Academy. The campaign reached millions of developers and AI professionals, generating more than 8 million cumulative social impressions across X and LinkedIn.

KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE - October 30, 2026 - Tennessee Complete Barndo Solutions, a Knoxville-based builder of turnkey barndominiums, has announced that it has expanded its capacity to take on more projects across Tennessee. The company has been building custom barndominiums and metal-framed homes throughout the state and has now freed up room in its schedule to begin additional builds in East, Middle and West Tennessee.

NEW YORK, NY - October 30, 2026 - Content that incorporates verified customer reviews was cited sooner and more often by AI engines, according to research from Yotpo. Across 15 brands, 96% of review-backed articles created with Yotpo Discover, the company's AI visibility and optimization platform, were cited by at least one of ChatGPT, Gemini, or Google AI Mode, compared with 40% of existing brand-written blog posts. Review-backed articles also received their first citation in a median of 2 days, versus 14 days for brand-written posts published during the tracking period.

New York, United States - October 30, 2026 - Pinnacle AI Financial Research Institute has expanded testing of Pinnacle AI System 3.0 to evaluate how the system responds to changing market conditions, with a focus on model stability, data consistency, risk analysis, and multi-scenario validation.

Pocono Mountains, PA - October 29, 2026 - Pocono Lodging Co., a boutique Airbnb and vacation rental property management company serving Pennsylvania's Pocono Mountains, has announced that it surpassed 1,000 Airbnb guest reviews in September 2026 while maintaining an average guest rating of 4.95 out of 5 stars.

CARSON CITY, Nev. - October 29, 2026 - Travelers visiting Los Cabos are increasingly considering private vacation villas as an alternative to traditional hotel and resort accommodations, particularly when traveling as a family, in a group, for multigenerational travel or as part of a corporate retreat. Sun Cabo Vacations has seen villa bookings rise 20% over the past year, a strong sign that more travelers are choosing private villas. The difference is less about replacing the resort experience and more about how travelers use space, manage schedules and organize the overall cost of a trip.

Burligame, Califonia - October 29, 2026 - For international students graduating from U.S. universities, transitioning to Optional Practical Training (OPT) often comes with an important healthcare decision: how to maintain health insurance after university-sponsored coverage ends.

DALLAS, Texas, October 29, 2026 - Verde Resources Inc. (OTCQB: VRDR) is pursuing a role in lower-carbon road construction through its BioAsphalt™ engineered biochar platform, combining recycled pavement with materials designed to store carbon within infrastructure. Its strategy intersects with a broader construction-materials industry effort to improve resource efficiency, supported by recycling initiatives at public companies including CRH (NYSE: CRH), Vulcan Materials (NYSE: VMC) and Martin Marietta Materials (NYSE: MLM) .

DALLAS, Texas, October 29, 2026 - The U.S. premium cigar industry continues to support a substantial market for handmade tobacco products, creating opportunities for manufacturers and distributors connecting Central American production with American retailers. Green Leaf Innovations, Inc. (OTC: GRLF) participates through its premium cigar manufacturing, importing and wholesale distribution business.

DALLAS, TX – October 29, 2026 – As global investment accelerates across artificial intelligence, energy infrastructure, battery technology and critical minerals, four companies trading on both U.S. and Canadian stock markets are attracting attention for their exposure to these expanding industries. Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. (TSXV: GMG) (OTCQX: GMGMF), Denison Mines Corp. (NYSE American: DNN) (TSX: DML), Lithium Americas Corp. (NYSE: LAC) (TSX: LAC), and Keel Infrastructure Corp. (NASDAQ: KEEL) (TSX: KEEL) provide investors with access to different segments of the energy and technology markets. All three supporting companies recently traded below $5 per share in both their respective market currencies and demonstrated substantial trading activity.

Estacada, Oregon - October 29, 2026 - Orchid Health’s Wade Creek Clinic, which provides primary care in Estacada for children and adults, has achieved Tier 5 verification, the highest recognition tier in the Oregon Health Authority’s Patient-Centered Primary Care Home (PCPCH) program. The clinic also earned OHA’s Health Equity designation.

Rockledge, Florida - October 29, 2026 - Corey Fox, a technical SEO consultant who works with Shopify and Shopify Plus stores, has launched AEO services for Shopify brands. The program helps direct-to-consumer ecommerce stores get cited and recommended in AI answer engines, including ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. Retainers start at $1,500 per month.

COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho - October 29, 2026 - Maritime facilities comply with the Coast Guard cybersecurity rule, 33 CFR Part 101 Subpart F, by designating a Cybersecurity Officer, completing a Cybersecurity Assessment, and submitting a Cybersecurity Plan, and Breakwater Cyber Corp provides a fractional W-2 officer who does all three.

MALÉ, Maldives - October 29, 2026 - HolidayVibe Maldives, a luxury travel specialist licensed by the Maldives Ministry of Tourism, has launched a new Luxury Maldives Holidays planning hub on holiday.com.mv.

St. George, Utah - October 29, 2026 - With federal Marketplace Open Enrollment for 2027 beginning November 1, WhatIsHealthShare.com is encouraging individuals, families, self-employed professionals, and small-business owners to compare healthcare options before they renew or change a plan.

Salt Lake City, UT - October 29, 2026 - Proline Range Hoods has launched the BBQ Ultra HE, a new series of outdoor range hoods for grills and outdoor kitchens offered in 2,400, 2,600 and 3,400 CFM configurations. The under-cabinet and wall-mounted models went on sale October 23, 2026, and are the highest-airflow range hoods the company has produced.

DAYTON, Ohio - October 29, 2026 - Temp Phone, a free service at temp-phone.com, gives people temporary phone numbers from the United States and Canada for receiving SMS verification codes online. A visitor picks a number, enters it where a website or app asks for a phone, and reads the incoming code in a browser. There is no SIM card to buy, no account to create and no balance to top up.

SANDY SPRINGS, GA - October 28, 2026 - For someone struck by a car in Sandy Springs, the search for the best pedestrian accident lawyer usually starts at the worst possible moment: in a hospital bed, facing medical bills and calls from an insurance adjuster. Haug Barron Law Group, a plaintiff-only personal injury firm headquartered in Sandy Springs, says the right choice comes down to a few things that can be checked: whether the firm actually tries cases, whether its attorneys are named and peer-reviewed, and whether the client will work directly with the lawyer handling the claim.

Pickleball expansion, a reported $1 billion Elon Musk investment in Skydance, connected fitness and athletic apparel highlight four companies, alongside Nike, Disney and AMC.

Shandong China - October 28, 2026 - HYRT, a global designer and manufacturer of precision micro-irrigation systems, today shared milestone performance updates highlighting the international adoption and reliability of its agricultural products. Across Central Asia, Cameroon, and global farmland, HYRT irrigation components solve extreme weather challenges, coverage limitations, and installation inefficiencies to cut operational costs and improve crop consistency.

Wireless production orders, uranium exploration, protein-analysis technology and cancer immunotherapy highlight four Nasdaq-listed companies, with additional sector peers featured inside.

AI drug discovery, retinal gene therapy, human tissue testing and corporate transactions put five Nasdaq-listed companies in focus, alongside larger healthcare names PFE, MRNA and LLY.

Mineral exploration, fusion-energy proposals, precious-metals sales and planned AI computing capacity highlight developments across four companies, with renewable-fuels developer BIOF also featured.

New York, NY - October 28, 2026 - Osric Digital, a B2B paid media agency for tech and services companies, has been named one of the "6 B2B Marketing Agencies Tech Companies Should Know in 2027" by EntreResource. The article, written by Nate McCallister, also names Osric Digital as the best agency for demand-focused paid media.

DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. - October 28, 2026 - Alex Lukianov, the founder and former chairman and CEO of NuVasive who now chairs spine technology company DuraStat, has launched AlexLukianov.com, a new website that tells the full story of his work in medical devices, sacred music, Grammy nominated choirs, Broadway shows, competitive racing and Orthodox community life.

AUSTIN, Texas - October 28, 2026 - Bernie’s Best®, the premium and science-backed dog supplement brand, announces that all three sizes of Bernie’s OMG! Omegas Oil are now available at Bernies.com and on Amazon . With 4-, 8- and 16-fluid-ounce bottles, dog parents have more choices in matching their dogs’ daily omega-3 servings to the needs of their household.

DENVER, Colo. - October 28, 2026 - CarNova today announced a comprehensive affordability initiative designed to help Denver-area drivers manage the combined financial pressure of higher fuel costs, elevated interest rates, and rising household expenses.

NEWARK, NJ - October 28, 2026 - SWID Perfumery, a custom perfume studio based in Paterson, New Jersey, plans to open its second location at 165 Ferry Street in Newark’s Ironbound district in late November 2026. The expansion follows the March 2026 opening of its Paterson studio, where staff have blended more than 5,000 custom fragrances, according to the company’s sales records.

WATERBURY, CT - October 28, 2026 - Drivers involved in a collision in Connecticut face a series of important decisions in the moments and days that follow, from securing safety at the scene to protecting their financial recovery. Waterbury car accident attorney Dan Petroskey of DeFronzo & Petroskey, P.C. ( https://www.defronzolawfirm.com/blog/what-do-immediately-after-car-accident-connecticut/ ) has released guidance explaining the legal and insurance issues that follow a crash, including police reporting duties, evidence preservation, insurance communications, and filing deadlines under Connecticut law.

NEW CASTLE, PA - October 28, 2026 - Construction falls remain a leading cause of serious workplace injuries and fatalities across Pennsylvania, and injured workers often face difficult questions about their legal rights and available benefits. New Castle construction accident attorney Lawrence M. Kelly of Luxenberg Garbett Kelly & George P.C. ( https://www.lgkg.com/construction-site-fall-prevention/ ) has released guidance explaining the fall protection standards that apply on job sites, who can be held liable for a fall, and the compensation and deadlines that affect these claims.

New York, NY - October 28th, 2026 - Thomas Prommer, Group CEO and Chief Technology and AI Officer of We The Flywheel and co-founder of Flywheel Motion, has been named to the 2026 CTO Craft 100, which recognizes technology and engineering leaders from around the world.

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. - October 28, 2026 - Maison Brondeau, a hospitality-driven wine and spirits shop in White Plains, today announced it will be open seven days a week this holiday season, giving Westchester shoppers more time to find holiday gifts, stock up for entertaining, and attend wine and spirits tastings. Beginning Monday, November 2, the White Plains wine shop will be open Mondays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. through end of December.