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  1. 2d ago

    Commonwealth Retina supports Merrimack Health Charity Golf Classic raising more than $280,000

    Commonwealth Retina served as a presenting sponsor of the 2026 Merrimack Health Charity Golf Classic, an annual fundraising event supporting healthcare services and patients across the Merrimack Valley in Massachusetts. The event brought together community members, business leaders, healthcare professionals and supporters of Merrimack Health, with more than 50 sponsors participating. The event raised over 280,000 dollars, providing funding to support healthcare programs and services for patients and families throughout the region. The practice is opening its first location in Andover, Massachusetts, extending access to retinal and macular care for patients across the Merrimack Valley, greater Boston and southern New Hampshire. For Commonwealth Retina, participation in the charity golf classic forms part of its wider commitment to supporting the communities where it provides care. The practice has stated that community involvement is an important part of establishing its new Andover location and building connections with local healthcare organisations and residents. Commonwealth Retina specialises in compassionate and personalised care for patients with common and complex retinal conditions. The practice is led by physicians Heema Kaul and Tomasz Stryjewski, who bring extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal conditions. The new Andover practice is intended to make specialised retinal care more accessible to patients in the surrounding communities. The clinical team focuses on helping patients understand their retinal conditions and treatment options, while providing specialised care aimed at protecting and preserving vision. The Merrimack Health Charity Golf Classic also demonstrates the role of partnerships between healthcare organisations, businesses and community supporters in raising funds for regional healthcare services. With more than 280,000 dollars raised during the 2026 event, Merrimack Health will be able to direct additional resources towards care and services for patients and families throughout the Merrimack Valley.

    Commonwealth Retina supports Merrimack Health Charity Golf Classic raising more than $280,000

  2. 2d ago

    EyeCool Therapeutics appoints ophthalmologist Richard Lindstrom to Board of Directors

    EyeCool Therapeutics, a clinical stage medical device company developing precision ocular cooling for chronic ocular surface pain, has appointed internationally recognised ophthalmologist Richard L. Lindstrom, MD, to its Board of Directors. Dr. Lindstrom is a board certified ophthalmologist, surgeon, researcher, educator and medical technology innovator whose career has focused on corneal, cataract, refractive and anterior segment ophthalmology. He founded Minnesota Eye Consultants and is an attending surgeon emeritus at the organisation. He also serves as Adjunct Professor Emeritus in the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Minnesota. Throughout his career, Dr. Lindstrom has been involved in the clinical development, evaluation and adoption of ophthalmic technologies. He has also held leadership, advisory and board positions across the ophthalmology sector, bringing experience spanning clinical care, research, education and medical technology. His appointment comes as EyeCool advances ETX 4143, an investigational in office cooling device being developed for chronic ocular surface pain. The company has completed clinical work in Australia and is preparing to begin its clinical program in the United States. EyeCool has said that findings from its Australian clinical program support the scientific rationale for precision ocular cooling as a potential treatment approach for chronic ocular surface pain. The company is now focused on preparations for further clinical development in the United States. Dr. Lindstrom has expressed support for the technology following his review of results from the Australian program. His role on the Board is expected to provide additional clinical, scientific and commercialisation experience as EyeCool moves towards its next stage of development. EyeCool Therapeutics President and Chief Executive Officer Ruben F. Salinas, PhD, said the appointment adds significant experience in anterior segment ophthalmology to the company. The company also views Dr. Lindstrom's involvement as support for its efforts to develop precision ocular cooling as a potential therapeutic category for patients with chronic ocular surface pain.

    EyeCool Therapeutics appoints ophthalmologist Richard Lindstrom to Board of Directors

  3. 2d ago

    AT-RACK to showcase on-site data destruction solutions at ITAD and E-Waste Expo 2026

    Data security firm AT-RACK is set to exhibit at the ITAD and E Waste Expo 2026 on 13th and 14th October at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre in the UK. The event forms part of the Circular Tech Expo and brings together organisations working across IT asset disposition, IT asset management, e waste management, secure data destruction and the wider technology lifecycle. The audience is expected to include IT asset disposition providers, enterprise technology users, data centres, government organisations, regulated sector customers and technology suppliers. AT-RACK will present a range of mobile and compact data destruction systems designed for secure on site use. The systems are intended to provide traceable and audit ready processes for organisations managing the retirement of sensitive IT equipment. The company will showcase three main products. The first is the Mobile Destruction System, known as MDS, which combines degaussing with physical hard drive destruction. The system supports a range of storage media, including hard disk drives and solid state drives, allowing organisations to erase and physically destroy data on site. The second product is the Shredding Destruction System, or SDS. This mobile data shredder is designed to process a wide range of digital media, including solid state drives, flash drives, optical discs, smartphones, NVMe drives and LTO tapes. The system allows data bearing devices to be physically destroyed within the customer's own environment. The third product is the Desktop Data Destruction System, known as DDS. This compact, desk mountable system is designed for the on site destruction of both hard disk drives and solid state drives. Its smaller format is intended for organisations that require secure data destruction capabilities while working within limited premises or workspace. Across the three systems, AT-RACK places emphasis on traceability, auditability and compliance. The equipment is designed to help organisations maintain records showing how sensitive storage media has been retired and destroyed. Such documentation can be particularly important for organisations operating under data protection, cyber security and regulatory requirements. AT-RACK's participation in the ITAD and E Waste Expo reflects the company's focus on organisations seeking to manage data security during the retirement and disposal of IT assets. Secure destruction can form part of wider processes for reducing the risk associated with sensitive information remaining on end of life equipment. The 2026 exhibition will also represent AT-RACK's return to the exhibition floor following a period of investment in product development and sales enablement. The company is expected to use the event to demonstrate its equipment and engage with organisations involved in secure IT asset retirement, data destruction and the wider circular technology sector.

    AT-RACK to showcase on-site data destruction solutions at ITAD and E-Waste Expo 2026

  4. Sep 4

    British short drama ‘Ma Prison’ secures top honours at Mindfield Film Festival

    In a significant achievement for independent British cinema, the short drama Ma Prison garnered multiple awards at the 9th Annual Mindfield Film Festival this August at the Guild Cinema in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The event recognised the film with two of its most prestigious Diamond Awards, naming it Best Narrative Short and awarding Susannah May with Best Supporting Actress. Further accolades included a Gold Award for Sophie Bullock as Best Actress and a Bronze Award for Best Original Score, composed by the film’s creator, Kitty Harper. The narrative of Ma Prison centres on Millie, portrayed by Bullock, a young girl grappling with the loss of her mother while facing the austerity of her French teacher, Ms. Benoit, played by May. The plot unfolds as the two characters find themselves trapped together after school, leading Millie to uncover the underlying truth behind her teacher’s conduct. Through this encounter, the film examines themes of grief, empathy, and anger, serving as a study of the metaphorical prisons individuals inhabit. Kitty Harper served as the primary creative force behind the project, undertaking the roles of writer, director, editor, and composer. The production was a collaboration between The Movie Cauldron and I Ain’t No Herb Jackson Studios, produced by Kevin McDonagh and Natalie Bark, with Herb Jackson Jr. acting as executive producer. Shot on location in Birmingham, England, the film also features Paul Wren in the role of Millie’s father. Following the ceremony in New Mexico, Harper expressed gratitude for the international recognition, noting the significance of being featured alongside a diverse group of gifted artists. These recent victories build upon the film’s established momentum, which includes an official selection at the Birmingham Film Festival and various nominations at the Midlands Movies Awards. The Mindfield Film Festival in Albuquerque continues to position itself as a prominent venue for alternative and independent cinema, hosting bi-monthly competitions and an annual live showcase. The full roster of the 2026 live festival winners has been made available via the festival’s official website.

    British short drama ‘Ma Prison’ secures top honours at Mindfield Film Festival

  5. Sep 2

    Verity Systems to train engineers in Africa to secure data

    As digital transformation accelerates across Africa, the continent faces a critical challenge in how to permanently dispose of sensitive information and the increase in cyber threats. Companies such as Verity Systems are currently expanding their strategic presence in the region, aiming to provide the infrastructure necessary to mitigate data breach risks as data centres and digital services proliferate.  The shift comes at a time of increasing regulatory pressure, with organisations now needing to align with stringent frameworks such as South Africa’s POPIA and the Botswana Data Protection Act. The technical approach by Verity Systems focuses on the physical elimination of data through a range of specialised tools, including high-pulse degaussers and precision shredders capable of reducing SSDs to micro-particles. However, the broader objective extends beyond the hardware itself. By implementing a system of complete auditability, with serial number tracking and formal certification—the aim is to move away from standalone equipment towards a verified security lifecycle. Recognising the logistical hurdles of deploying high-tech hardware in developing markets, Verity Systems’ strategy includes regional technical assistance and integrated training for local engineers. By offering these support ecosystems alongside their destruction technology, the focus is on establishing a sustainable standard of data sovereignty, ensuring that as African enterprises grow, their security protocols evolve to meet global standards of compliance and reliability. With African economies set to expand rapidly in the next decade, technology shifts and personal data will play an even bigger role in corporate governance. Countries in the region including Botswana and Nigeria are among those adapting fast to these new technologies.

    Verity Systems to train engineers in Africa to secure data

  6. Aug 20

    Securing the digital frontier in Europe with At-Rack technology

    With businesses undergoing a substantial digital transformation, cybersecurity has evolved from a back-office IT concern into a cornerstone of national and corporate security across Europe. As the continent grapples with an increasingly complex threat landscape—ranging from sophisticated state-sponsored cyber-attacks to the stringent requirements of GDPR—the focus has shifted beyond just protecting live networks to the critical, often overlooked issue of data at the end-of-life stage.  The challenge for European firms is no longer just about how they store data, but how they ensure it ceases to exist once it is no longer needed. Entering this space is At-Rack, an innovative UK-based technology and data destruction startup aiming to build essential security capabilities for firms across the continent.  At-Rack is addressing a systemic vulnerability in the cybersecurity chain: the “chain of custody” risk. For too long, organisations have relied on transporting sensitive hardware to third-party sites for destruction, creating a window of exposure where data can be intercepted or lost. By introducing its flagship Mobile Destruction System to the wider European market, At-Rack is aiming to enable businesses to shift their security posture from outsourced trust to in-house control. The capability At-Rack is bringing to European firms is rooted in the philosophy of “destruction at the source.” By enabling data centres, government agencies, and financial institutions to destroy hard drives directly at the server rack, the startup is effectively eliminating the transportation risk.  This is not merely a convenience but a strategic upgrade in compliance. At-Rack’s approach reflects a broader trend of European technological autonomy and data sovereignty. As a UK startup expanding its footprint, At-Rack is providing a solution that caters to both OPEX and CAPEX budgetary needs, making enterprise-grade security accessible to a broader range of organisations.  Ultimately, the company is doing more than selling hardware; it is helping European firms fortify their overall cybersecurity architecture. By closing the loop on the data lifecycle, the startup is ensuring that the final step of data management is as secure as the first, helping the European business ecosystem build a more resilient and sovereign digital future.

    Securing the digital frontier in Europe with At-Rack technology

  7. Aug 10

    Aevolum Cinema Presents to reveal Cornered at Leatherhead Theatre

    Aevolum Cinema Presents returns to The Leatherhead Theatre on the 30th September with Cornered, the latest evening in its touring programme celebrating a new wave of independent short filmmaking. Thousands of award winning short films are made around the world every year. Many are recognised by BAFTA and Oscar qualifying festival juries, yet after their festival runs, they quietly disappear. They are not on Netflix, they are rarely shown in cinemas, and they are seldom broadcast elsewhere. Aevolum Cinema Presents was created to help close that gap. The touring short film programme brings award winning independent films to local audiences across the UK, screening them in historic theatres, country house hotels and acclaimed arts centres. The aim is simple, to bring these films into real rooms and connect them with real audiences. The Leatherhead Theatre hosted the programme's premiere on 30 June 2026, with the opening evening, The Choices That Shape Us. The September return introduces a new theme and four new films to the same stage. Cornered brings together four festival winning shorts from a new generation of independent filmmakers, each working with complete creative freedom and without a commercial brief. The programme features Pay Back by Steve Ramsden from the UK, which has won three international awards, including Best Thriller at Venice Shorts and Best Thriller Short at the LA Indie Short Fest. Also screening is Ma Prison by Kitty Harper from the UK, a five time award winner including Best Short Film at the Mindfield Film Festival in Albuquerque and Best Score at the Midlands Movies Awards.  Five and a Half by Heidi Nyburg from the USA has received eight international awards, including Best Director at the Big Sur International Short Film Screening Series. Completing the programme is Domino Springs by Dan Hertzog from the USA, which has received 52 international awards across 26 festivals. Together, the four films have been recognised across three continents. Without programmes such as Aevolum Cinema Presents, these films might otherwise never reach audiences in the UK beyond the festival circuit. There is a growing group of talented independent filmmakers creating bold and uncompromising work, often without financial backing and while facing major challenges in getting their films made. Aevolum founder Natalie Bark says the company exists to give these filmmakers a platform and to bring films already recognised by festival juries around the world into venues where audiences can discover them.

    Aevolum Cinema Presents to reveal Cornered at Leatherhead Theatre

  8. Jul 20

    Director Kitty Harper’s short film Ma Prison secures Mindfield Film Festival screening

    British filmmaker Kitty Harper's award winning short drama Ma Prison has been selected for screening at the 9th Annual Mindfield Film Festival in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The film will be shown on the twenty ninth of August during the festival's one o'clock afternoon programme at Guild Cinema. Its selection follows a successful showing in the festival's May and June 2026 bi monthly competition, where it received several major awards. Ma Prison won the Diamond Award for Best Short Film. Sophie Bullock received the Diamond Award for Best Actress, Kitty Harper was recognised with the Diamond Award for Best Original Score, and Susannah May received the Platinum Award for Best Supporting Actor. Those honours secured the film's place in the festival's live programme. The short drama follows a young girl, played by Sophie Bullock, as she comes to terms with the loss of her mother while facing bullying and a troubled relationship with her French teacher, portrayed by Susannah May. As the story unfolds, she uncovers an unexpected truth, exploring themes of grief, empathy, anger, and the complexities of human relationships. Ma Prison was written, directed, edited, and scored by Kitty Harper. The film was produced by Kevin McDonagh and Natalie Bark, with Herb Jackson Jr serving as Executive Producer. The film has already attracted recognition on the festival circuit. It previously screened at the Birmingham Film Festival and received two nominations at the 2026 Midlands Movies Awards, recognising Sophie Bullock for Best Actress in a Leading Role and Kitty Harper for Best Music. Mindfield Film Festival is an independent film festival held annually in Albuquerque, showcasing feature films, short films, and music videos from filmmakers around the world. The event also hosts bi monthly competitions, with winning entries progressing to the live festival programme and awards.

    Director Kitty Harper’s short film Ma Prison secures Mindfield Film Festival screening
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