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The Plug Drink Celebrates 5th Year Anniversary and Unveils Revamped Website

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Plug Drink (“The Plug”), the leading plant-based recovery supplement brand focusing on liver health, is proud to announce the release of its new and improved website on its fifth year anniversary as a Company. The enhanced website has been months in the making, and it has finally made its debut alongside the public release of the Company’s 2018 clinical study on its namesake formula: The Plug Blend.

Revamped Science-Focused Website:

The Plug’s new website launched today with an improved appearance focusing on its blend of South Korean herbs and modern science. The website is now more science-based with a newer focus on The Plug’s ingredients and how they benefit liver health through scientific references from the medical community. Additional enhanced aspects of the site include:

The first public appearance of the Company’s 2018 clinical study, showcasing that The Plug decreases AST and ALT enzymes, LDL and total cholesterol numbers, and BAC levels200+ medical professional (doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician associates) recommendations, who are actively sharing and endorsing the brand’s products, from their partnership with Frontrow HealthHSA/FSA payments are now accepted and allow customers to save money and support their liver health on a consistent basis, from their partnership with Sika HealthScientific articles and journals from the medical community on the 13 plant-based ingredients from the The Plug’s proprietary formula, The Plug Blend (10.83g)Improved rewards program, where long-term customers can receive store credit for future purchases, along with be the first to hear updates, get first access to new launches such as the brand’s upcoming 30-day liver health guide, and contribute to product lines via direct feedbackBrand ambassador affiliate program, where customers and creators can earn commission on all referrals and enjoy exclusive access to future launches and promosLaunch of The Plug Combo, a power duo pack for those wanting both The Plug Drink and The Plug Pills for maximized liver supportCarbon-neutral shipping for climate-conscious individuals looking for more sustainable options, from the brand’s partnership with Shopify Planet

Customers will have more to see on the brand new website in the future, including weekly educational blogs on health and wellness along with the brand’s About Us page, which would highlight the Company’s five year journey. “I’m proud of all the progress that we’ve made within five years, not to mention our team for all the hard work they’ve put in to help make The Plug a reality and a success,” said Ray Kim, Co-Founder and CEO. “It’s hard for a startup to make it to five years, and we’re grateful for all the support we’ve gathered from our family, team, and customers. We look forward to continue building with our PlugFAM,” said Justin Kim, Co-Founder and COO.

Visit The Plug’s Revamped Science-Focused Website

Expansion into TikTok Shop:

In just three months, The Plug has extended into new reaches of their customer base by joining TikTok Shop earlier this year. The Company has already gained TikTok Star Shop badge status as well as 500+ affiliates. Currently, there are around 4,000+ creators on TikTok who have The Plug products in their shop. To further expand and optimize their brand ambassador affiliate program, The Plug partnered with Social Snowball to reach an even wider audience with 750+ affiliates currently on board. The Plug recently joined Pinterest as well, after a growing demand from their customer base.

2024 Inc. 5000 Achievements & Recognition:

The Plug ranked No.147 on the 2024 Inc. 5000, the most prestigious annual list of the fastest-growing and emerging private companies in America. Among these accolades, Inc. also recognized The Plug as No.25 in California, No.11 in Los Angeles, and No.6 in Food & Beverage, boasting a 2,380% revenue growth over the last three years. Previously in March, The Plug ranked No.6 on the annual Inc. 5000 Regionals: Pacific list with a growth of 2,060%.

The Plug 5.0 Formula, Superfruit Taste, & New Certifications:

In February, the brand revamped The Plug Drink’s formula for the fifth time, showcasing their dedication to innovation and consumer feedback. With this upgraded formula, the beverage features a higher herbal concentration of 10.83g and an improved taste profile that features apple, lemon, and ginger for a scent-free experience. The Plug also obtained long-awaited certifications: Non-GMO Project Verified, Gluten-Free, Kosher, and Plant-Based.

Future Plans:

2024 has been a busy year for The Plug, but they have no plans on slowing down. By the end of the year, they are aiming to release both 30-day and 60-day supplies of The Plug Pills in bottle form for those wanting to extend their daily liver support needs. “We had been thinking about creating The Plug Pills into a larger, more traditional format for quite a while now,” said Ray Kim. “We’re glad to take the leap into a different realm of innovation, and it makes us even more excited for what else is ahead of us, such as The Plug Blend in powder form. We hope that having a diverse range of product lines will bring more attention to not only our brand but to the importance of liver health.” With statistics of fatty liver disease on the rise (currently affecting 1-in-3 Americans), The Plug is determined to keep evolving and experimenting with different forms of ingestion in order for everyone to take care of their liver health in a simple and easy way. “We’re also in the midst of building our scientific advisory board and receiving expert guidance from our very own in-house scientists, doctors, nutritionists, and dieticians to further support our customers’ health journeys,” said Justin Kim. With new expansions and milestones achieved, The Plug is swiftly becoming a top advocate for liver health in the wellness industry as they forge ahead after their goal of becoming a household name.

About The Plug

The Plug, the leading all-natural liver health supplement brand, was founded in 2019 by brother-duo Ray and Justin Kim. After viewing South Korea’s advancement in the recovery industry and seeing the rise of Fatty Liver Disease (which currently affects 1-in-3 Americans), the brothers were determined to create a staple product for the American market. Enter The Plug Drink. The plant-based drink grew steadily in popularity with a heavy online presence and ultimately spread into retailers across California. With the introduction of The Plug Pills in 2023, Plug products have expanded into the retail channels of major American cities with the help of partnerships such as KeHe Distributors. The brand continues to grow and extend its reach, fulfilling its mission of educating consumers on the importance of liver health.

Press Contact:
Justin Kim
info@theplugdrink.com

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Barrel Energy Inc. Announces Full SEC Reporting Status, Strengthening Marketability and Positioning Company for Expansion in Renewable and Nutritional Energy Markets

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Barrel Energy Inc. (OTC: BRLL) A fully reporting company. Accelerates Growth Across Energy, Hospitality, and Sustainable Ventures, Driving Scalable Opportunities Worldwide.

LAS VEGAS, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Barrel Energy Inc. (OTC: BRLL), an emerging diversified energy company focused on renewable energy and nutritional energy initiatives, today announced that the Company is now a fully reporting company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), marking a major turning point in the Company’s long term growth strategy and public market development.

Barrel Energy Inc. Announces Full SEC Reporting Status, Strengthening Marketability and positioning for Expansion.

“Our transition to becoming a fully reporting SEC company represents a significant milestone for Barrel Energy and an important step toward increasing the overall marketability and visibility of our stock,” said Jarmin Kaltsas. “We believe today’s market increasingly rewards transparency and compliance, and becoming fully reporting positions us to engage a wider audience of investors, strategic partners, and acquisition opportunities as we continue executing our long term growth strategy under the BRLL trading symbol.”

Management further stated that the Company plans to aggressively pursue growth initiatives intended to expand revenues, strengthen market presence, and enhance shareholder value through strategic business combinations, operational expansion, and scalable energy focused ventures.

About Barrel Energy Inc.

Barrel Energy Inc. (OTC: BRLL) is a diversified energy company focused on opportunities in renewable energy, and nutritional energy initiatives. The Company seeks to leverage strategic acquisitions, public market growth, and innovative energy solutions to create long term shareholder value.

Forward-Looking Statements:

This press release may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, such as statements relating to financial results and plans for future development activities and are thus prospective. Forward-looking statements include all statements that are not statements of historical fact regarding intent, belief or current expectations of the Company, its directors or its officers. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company’s ability to control. Actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Among the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements are risks and uncertainties associated with the Company’s business and finances in general, including the ability to continue and manage its growth, competition, global economic conditions and other factors discussed in detail in the Company’s periodic filings with the Security and Exchange Commission.

Barrel Energy – 3859 S. Valley View Blvd, STE 2 #107, Las Vegas, NV, 89103 Tel- 888- 397-9114 Email- info@BRLLenergy.com Social Media-@BRLLenergy all platforms.

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Legacy Launches $1M Study Advancing At-Home Semen Collection for Assisted Reproduction Technology

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NEW YORK, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Legacy, the leading male fertility clinic and at-home sperm testing and cryopreservation platform, today announced the Sperm Study, a clinical research initiative backed by an R&D investment of over $1 million and designed to evaluate and optimize the use of at-home semen collection for assisted reproductive technologies (ART), including IVF and IUI.

Prospectively enrolling up to 250 participants across two phases, this study represents one of the most comprehensive investigations to date into how specimen shipment, handling, and cryopreservation impact sperm quality and is expected to set a new benchmark for scientific rigor in the rapidly growing field of at-home fertility testing. This study is being conducted in collaboration with IVF Academy USA.

Raising the bar for clinical evidence in at-home fertility care

To date, validation work in at-home semen collection has been limited in important ways. Studies have largely enrolled normozoospermic men only, relied on courier-transported rather than real-world-shipped specimens, and focused on short-term motility and concentration as primary endpoints.

Critical questions remain unanswered, particularly around how samples with varying quality perform under genuine end-to-end shipping conditions, and how those samples hold up in the contexts that matter most clinically: IVF and IUI. The Sperm Study is designed to close those gaps.

This multi-phase study will evaluate key sperm quality parameters including motility, DNA fragmentation, and post-thaw viability, while also validating the use of computer-aided semen analysis (CASA) as an alternative to basic manual semen analysis in the setting of mail-in semen analysis.

“With the increased utilization of at-home semen testing and cryopreservation, there is a critical need to ensure these specimens will perform adequately when used for assisted reproduction,” said Legacy’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Scott Lundy. “This study is designed to rigorously evaluate how at-home collection and transport impact sperm quality across a broad patient population and to translate those findings into improved protocols and optimized outcomes for both patients and providers.”

Sperm study design and scientific approach

The Sperm Study is a prospectively accruing cross-sectional study in which paired semen samples are analyzed across multiple timepoints and during the shipment process. Importantly, this study enrolls participants across a range of semen quality profiles — not solely normozoospermic men — and evaluates samples under genuine shipping conditions experienced by real specimens.

Key study components include direct comparison of CASA vs. manual analysis at baseline, evaluation of motility decline over time and in relation to shipment conditions, measurement of DNA fragmentation pre- and post-shipment and cryopreservation, assessment of post-thaw sperm viability and yield, and the development of predictive algorithms for IVF/IUI sample sufficiency.

The study will also examine how factors such as transit time, concentration, and storage conditions impact outcomes, with the goal of generating generalizable insights for clinical practice.

Multi-phase rollout

Phase 1 includes 100 participants and approximately 1,500 total assays, with expected completion in 2026. Phase 2, planned for later in 2026 and into 2027, will expand the study with additional participants, bringing the total to up to 250 to enable broader validation across a more diverse patient population.

Impact on clinical practice

Findings from the Sperm Study are expected to directly inform and improve specimen collection protocols for at-home use, shipping and handling standards for semen samples, cryopreservation practices, and clinical decision-making for IVF and IUI readiness.

By generating high-quality, controlled data across a clinically representative patient population, Legacy aims to provide fertility clinics, researchers, and patients with greater confidence in the use of mail-in semen testing and cryopreservation as part of standard reproductive care.

About Legacy

Legacy is the leading male fertility clinic in the United States, offering at-home semen analysis, sperm cryopreservation, and post-vasectomy testing. With a CLIA-certified, high-complexity andrology lab and one of the largest proprietary datasets in male reproductive health, Legacy is advancing access, data, and innovation in fertility care.

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Elks Award Nearly $5 Million in College Scholarships

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CHICAGO, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Elks National Foundation welcomed 900 students to the Elks family, awarding more than $4.9 million in scholarships to high school seniors. An Elks scholarship is more than financial aid; it’s an invitation to a network of service-minded peers and a promise that an Elks Lodge is always there with open arms.

Out of more than 23,000 applicants for the Most Valuable Student scholarship, the Top 20 scholars received $30,000 scholarships and an invitation to Chicago for the Leadership Weekend.

From April 30-May 3, the Leadership Weekend allowed scholars to get acquainted with their new Elks family through programming facilitated by current and former Elks scholars, team-building activities, and a service opportunity.

“Leadership Weekend is one of my greatest memories,” says Emily Cai, sponsored by Toccoa, Ga., Lodge No. 1820. “I had the privilege of meeting inspirational and disciplined individuals who motivated me to become the best version of myself. I am excited to see my future with the Elks family!”

A total of 480 runners-up received $4,000 Most Valuable Student scholarships.

Service is a tenet of the Elks, which is why it’s a requirement for recipients of the $6,000 Legacy Awards scholarship, which is exclusively for the children or grandchildren of Elks members. The new class of 400 scholars will serve with an Elks Lodge three times during the four years they receive the scholarship.

“This award means a great deal to me and my family,” says Kelly Butler, sponsored by Haverstraw, N.Y., Lodge No. 877. “Knowing that the Elks have invested in my future motivates me to continue working hard and striving toward my goals.”

To see a full list of the scholarship winners and to learn more about the Elks National Foundation’s scholarships, visit elks.org/scholars, follow the ENF on Instagram @ElksScholars, and like the ENF on Facebook @ElksNationalFoundation.

Contact: Elks National Foundation
Abbey Knupp | Manager, Communications
2750 N. Lakeview Ave. | Chicago, IL 60614-2256
773/755-4864 | AbbeyK@elks.org 

Helping Elks Build Stronger Communities

The Elks National Foundation, the charitable arm of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, helps nearly 800,000 Elks and nearly 1,800 Lodges nationwide build stronger communities through programs that support youth, serve veterans, and meet needs in areas where Elks live and work. To learn more, visit elks.org/enf.

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