Chicago, Illinois, United States, 8th Jan 2026 – Author Jerome G. Silbert is proud to announce that his gripping courtroom drama Stay’n Ahead of What’s Behind has reached the prestigious Amazon Top 50 Bestsellers list. This hard-hitting novel, which delves deep into the intersection of justice, race, and redemption in Chicago’s legal system, has captivated readers nationwide. Set in the gritty heart of Cook County, Stay’n Ahead of What’s Behind tells the story of David “Fool” Lanier, a young man caught in the crosshairs of a broken system, and J.P. Wilson, a dedicated attorney trying to navigate the complexities of ambition, ethics, and racial tension. Through their intertwined lives, Silbert exposes the human cost of Chicago’s justice system with authenticity and emotional depth. Silbert...

United States, 8th Jan 2026 – BlessBoon today announced the launch of its new digital platform designed to support meaningful and intentional online engagement. The platform aims to provide users with a more thoughtful digital experience by emphasizing simplicity, accessibility, and purpose-driven interaction. According to BlessBoon, the platform was developed in response to evolving online behaviors, where users increasingly seek spaces that encourage clarity and positive engagement rather than constant distraction. BlessBoon’s launch reflects a broader shift toward digital environments that prioritize quality interaction and user awareness. BlessBoon Introduces a Platform Built Around Purposeful Interaction The BlessBoon platform has been designed with a focus on intuitive navigation and...

United States, 8th Jan 2026 – Duskripple today announced the launch of its new digital platform designed to support modern online experiences through a streamlined, user-focused approach. The platform is built to address evolving digital habits by prioritizing accessibility, simplicity, and flexible engagement across devices. According to Duskripple, the launch reflects a response to growing demand for online platforms that adapt to how users interact with digital content in fast-paced, multi-platform environments. Duskripple aims to provide an experience that reduces friction while allowing users to explore, engage, and interact without unnecessary complexity. Duskripple Introduces a Platform Designed for Contemporary Digital Use The Duskripple platform has been developed with a focus on ...

HongKong, China, 8th Jan 2026 – GitMind, the cross-platform visual thinking and diagramming platform, has expanded its AI-powered toolset with the launch of its new Excel to Mind Map function. Known for supporting mind maps, flowcharts, whiteboards, infographics, and more, GitMind now enables users to transform spreadsheet data (.xls / .xlsx) into structured mind maps with minimal effort. The new Excel to Mind Map feature enables users to upload standard spreadsheet files and automatically convert their contents into structured mind maps, summaries or infographics. This conversion streamlines the process of turning tables and structured data into visual representations, helping users quickly grasp and reorganize information for work, study, or planning tasks. The output remains editable a...

HongKong, China, 8th Jan 2026 – GitMind, a comprehensive platform for diagramming and idea visualization — covering mind maps, flowcharts, whiteboards and more — has expanded its AI-driven toolkit with the launch of AI Flowchart. The platform, known for features such as AI-powered mind map creation, infographic generation, and real-time collaboration, now empowers users to generate professional-grade flowcharts with ease. This addition reinforces GitMind’s mission to bridge creativity and clarity through intelligent visualization. With AI Flowchart, users no longer need to manually arrange shapes or draw connectors — a textual description is enough for GitMind to produce a coherent flowchart within seconds. The AI can generate standard diagram types such as UML charts, ERD diagrams, seque...

Canton, Michigan, 8th January 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Experiential micro-moments are transforming how brands engage with consumers. Tamar Toledano, a San Francisco-based marketing strategist and consultant, says that capturing these brief, focused interactions can turn casual interest into lasting loyalty. Micro-moments occur when a consumer seeks to learn, discover, or engage with a brand in real-time. These moments are short and demand precision, relevance, and immediacy. Tamar explains, “Consumers are not just looking for products or services. They seek context, authenticity, and experiences that align with their current needs. Brands that succeed anticipate these moments and respond effectively.” Mobile technology, real-time analytics, and personalization have made micro-moments easier to i...

In a meme coin world full of short-term hype and broken promises, Hotako ($HOTA) emerges as a refreshing exception — a project with heart, culture, and a real plan. Born from Japan’s creative spirit and powered by a global team, Hotako is more than just a meme — it’s a full-fledged movement combining storytelling, education, and entertainment, wrapped in the charm of an anime-inspired cosmic cat from Planet Nyaru. A Meme Coin Built with Vision Hotako’s story revolves around a curious cat-girl from Planet Nyaru who travels to Earth to teach humans the joy of learning and exploration through fun and community. But behind this adorable character lies a professional team with a strategic roadmap, aiming to redefine what a meme coin can achieve. While most meme coins pump and dump — taking inve...

Charlotte, North Carolina, 8th January 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Benjamin Ligan is an early career finance professional based in Charlotte who has built a foundation rooted in discipline, accountability, and service. A graduate of the Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University, Ligan earned a degree in marketing with a minor in personal finance and graduated with strong academic standing. His career direction reflects a methodical approach to entering wealth management, shaped by compliance exposure, client-facing responsibilities, and a long record of team-based leadership. Ligan’s academic path combined business fundamentals with applied responsibility. While completing his college coursework, he balanced multiple roles across club athletics, student organizations, and campus emplo...

Harbin, China – According to Xinhuanet, which participated in the event’s coverage throughout all stages, the “Global Mayors Dialogue in Harbin” opened on January 6 in northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, gathering mayors and representatives from countries including Canada, Finland and the Republic of Korea (ROK) in Harbin, hailed as China’s “Ice City.” During the three-day event, delegates visited major city landmarks such as the Central Street and the Harbin Ice-Snow World — the world’s largest ice and snow theme park, where the 42nd Ice and Snow Festival opened on January 5, gaining a firsthand experience of how the city is turning severe cold into gold. Andrew Knack, mayor of Edmonton in Canada, which has maintained a sister-city relationship with Harbin for over 40 years, said th...

Torbay, Canada, 8th January 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Kirk Kendall’s civilian leadership style didn’t start in a boardroom. It started on military construction sites and forward operating bases. Before entering the private sector, Kendall served as a commissioned Engineer Officer with the Canadian Forces, where he led complex operations under pressure, including an eight-month deployment to Afghanistan. Today, as VP Industrial at DF Barnes, he brings that same clarity, structure, and accountability to civilian infrastructure projects across Newfoundland and Labrador. Kendall’s current role involves overseeing industrial project pursuits, contract development, and safe delivery of large-scale construction programs. His leadership supports initiatives in aquaculture, airport infrastructure, and ind...