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HIT PRINCESS PENELOPE FRANCHISE EXPANDS WITH TWO NEW BOOK ADVENTURES THIS FALL

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Emmy Award-Winning Blue’s Clues and Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Creator Angela C. Santomero Builds a Story World Designed to Help Raise Kids Who Are Kind + Smart

CHICAGO, Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The magical world of Princess Penelope’s Purse of Preposterous Things is getting bigger—with a mission that speaks directly to what parents want most for their children: to help them grow into kids who can think for themselves and care about others.

Following the successful launch of the Princess Penelope’s Purse of Preposterous Things book series—and the growing popularity of Santomero’s hit YouTube Kids series—two fan-favorite characters are stepping into the spotlight with brand-new adventures from 4U2B Books & Media, an imprint of Loyola Press:

Bunny Lala’s Big Song – Available November 3, 2026Pirate Argh’s Treasure Hunt – Available November 3, 2026

Learn more at PrincessPenelope.com and on the YouTube Channel: @PrincessPenelopeOfficial.

Created by Emmy Award-winning children’s media creator Angela C. Santomero, the creative force behind Blue’s Clues, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood and Super Why!, Princess Penelope’s Purse of Preposterous Things has already captured young audiences on YouTube, with the series generating over 12 Million views and breakout episodes reaching millions of children and families.

Now, the world kids love on screen is continuing to grow in gorgeously illustrated storybooks. In Bunny Lala’s Big Song, preschoolers return to whimsical Storybook Meadow, where Bunny Lala discovers the courage to share something uniquely her own.

In Pirate Argh’s Treasure Hunt, the adventure expands to the all-new Storybook Beach, where Penelope meets a real pirate and goes on a quest to find buried treasure!

“Parents want to raise children who can think for themselves and care about other people,” Santomero said. “That’s the heart of these stories. I want kids to ask questions, have ideas, make choices and discover what they’re capable of—and then realize that what they do with those abilities matters.”

That philosophy comes to life differently in every adventure. Bunny Lala finds the courage to share her voice, Pirate Argh discovers that sometimes the greatest treasure is what we can accomplish together, and Penelope’s magical Purse of Preposterous Things invites kids to wonder, imagine and figure out what happens next.

“Being kind and being smart aren’t separate strengths,” Santomero said. “Together, they’re a child’s superpower.”

With four books now in the series, Princess Penelope’s Purse of Preposterous Things is “cuddle media” – quickly growing beyond the screen into a larger story world families can cuddle up and experience together. The book series brings the signature mix of imagination, interactivity, humor, kindness and confidence-building into shared reading at home and in the classroom.

Bunny Lala’s Big Song and Pirate Argh’s Treasure Hunt will be available wherever books are sold beginning November 3, 2026.

ABOUT ANGELA C. SANTOMERO

Angela C. Santomero is the Emmy Award-winning creator and executive producer behind some of the most influential children’s television series of the past three decades, including Blue’s Clues, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, Super Why! and Princess Penelope’s Purse of Preposterous Things. A child development expert and pioneering creator of research-based children’s media, Santomero has spent her career creating stories that invite children to participate, think, imagine and grow.

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Cboe Global Markets Announces Date of Third-Quarter 2026 Earnings Release and Conference Call

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CHICAGO, Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (Cboe: CBOE), a leading global markets operator and pioneer in equity and index derivatives, will announce its financial results for the third quarter of 2026 before the market opens on Friday, October 30, 2026. A conference call with remarks by the company’s senior management will begin at 7:30 a.m. CT (8:30 a.m. ET).

A live audio webcast for the conference call and the presentation that will be referenced during the call will be available on the Investor Relations section of Cboe’s website at ir.cboe.com under Events. The presentation will be archived on the company’s website for replay. A replay of the recording is expected to be available two hours after the conference call ends. To listen to the live conference call via telephone, please dial (833)-461-5787 (toll-free) or (585)-542-9983 (toll) and use the Conference ID 518-114-684.

About Cboe Global Markets
Cboe Global Markets (Cboe: CBOE) is a leading global markets operator with a long history of innovation in equity and index derivatives. Since launching the world’s first listed options exchange in 1973, Cboe has pioneered landmark products, including the introduction of S&P 500® index options and the creation of the VIX® Index, the world’s leading gauge of market volatility, reshaping how investors manage risk and access opportunity. Today, Cboe operates derivatives, equities, and FX markets, providing trading, clearing, and investment solutions for customers worldwide. To learn more, visit www.cboe.com.

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Rokid Leads Global AR and AI Glasses Shipments as AI Glasses Market Surges in H1 2026

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NEW YORK, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Rokid ranked No. 1 worldwide in the AR and AI Glasses segment by shipment share in H1 2026, accounting for 41 percent of all products shipped within the category, according to a new report by Counterpoint Research. This finding further validates Rokid as one of the leaders in an emerging product segment. This success builds on the year-on-year sales momentum Rokid established last year, when Counterpoint Research named the company the leading waveguide-based AR glasses OEM by shipments in H2 2025.

Shipments for smart glasses are surging globally as wearables turn from a novelty to a commodity. The Counterpoint Research report found that global AI Glasses shipments surged by 263 percent year over year in H1 2026. While displayless smart glasses still accounted for a majority of the shipments, AR and AI glasses shipments surged by 449 percent YoY, signaling rising consumer interest.

“The bigger story beneath the numbers is that consumers want their wearables to do more,” said Zoro Shao, Rokid Group Vice President and Global General Manager. “Rokid is at an inflection point where our mature software ecosystem, robust hardware, and lightweight design can meet mainstream use cases–and we’re glad to see this data that shows consumers are taking notice. Also noteworthy is that our recent focus on enabling new agentic experiences aligns with the report’s conclusion that agentic AI glasses will drive the next phase of growth.”

Rokid’s display-enabled glasses use a waveguide projection system to deliver information in the wearer’s field of view, minimizing distractions caused by checking a smartphone. Capable of real-time translation, navigation, teleprompting, and other features, Rokid smart glasses simplify tasks in both professional and personal settings. They also stand out by including OpenAI ChatGPT, Google Gemini, DeepSeek, and Qwen on a single device. Combining their intelligence with its embedded first-person camera, Rokid smart glasses can provide information on what the wearer is seeing and even help people with visual impairments stay aware of their environments and help them reclaim their autonomy.

Rokid smart glasses have also overcome the long-standing challenge of uncomfortable and unappealing frame designs. The Rokid Glasses weigh just 49 grams and are just as easy to wear as regular glasses. They also support a wide range of prescription lenses via a snap-on lens system.

The combination of hardware and software features has contributed to Rokid’s global success. Beyond North America and China, Rokid has recently landed in key European markets, including Germany and France, by partnering with local retailers and launching its dedicated websites. To date, Rokid’s developer community has grown to 35,000 global members. To help them easily create new smart glasses, Rokid recently announced the global availability of its AIUI Studio, a browser-based development platform, at IFA Berlin 2026.

About Rokid

Founded in 2014, Rokid is a global pioneer in augmented reality (AR) and AI, creating human-centered smart glasses that integrate intelligence seamlessly into everyday life. The company has introduced a range of innovations across AI and AR hardware, including the first open AI ecosystem for wearables, dual-chip architecture, multilingual voice interaction, intuitive AI shortcuts, and mass-produced smart glasses with display capabilities.

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As Rhode Island’s Job Market Shifts, Year Up United Helps Young Adults Build Pathways to Meaningful Careers

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Applications are open now for the career training and internship program in Providence; 20-year partnership with Citizens demonstrates employer’s continued investment in local talent

Applications are open now for Year Up United’s Customer Experience career pathway in Providence, beginning October 19, 2026.The tuition-free pathway includes training in banking and customer success.Providence graduates in 2026 are earning an average of $25.04 per hour, and Citizens has provided internships to more than 400 Year Up United participants over 20 years.

BOSTON, Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For young adults looking to launch a meaningful career, getting a foot in the door can be one of the hardest steps, particularly as Rhode Island’s job market shifts. Recent data from the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training points to a changing workforce picture across the state: even as Rhode Island added jobs in August, 12,500 fewer residents were employed than a year ago and labor force participation continues to shrink. For young adults just starting out, building relevant skills, real-world experience and professional connections can be critical to getting a foothold.

Year Up United, the nation’s leading workforce solutions partner, helps young adults without a bachelor’s degree launch meaningful careers and helps employers build stronger, career-ready talent pipelines – creating pathways into careers for Rhode Islanders navigating that changing landscape. For alum Vannda Prak, that meant finding an alternative to what she had always viewed as the traditional path to success.

After transferring to community college and working in local restaurants while figuring out what she wanted her future to look like, Prak joined Year Up United’s Providence program. She pursued the IT track and later interned with Citizens, where she gained experience and built professional connections that helped launch her career. Today, Prak is a Business Insights Analyst at Citizens.

“My career really started at Year Up United,” said Prak. “In addition to the business knowledge and skills I gained during the program, it gave me things I never expected: drive, confidence, connection and hope for a brighter future that feels attainable.”

In Providence, Year Up United prepares young adults for meaningful careers through training, coaching and real-world work experience, while working closely with employers to understand their evolving talent needs. Applications are open now for the Customer Experience pathway in Providence, which kicks off on October 19. The pathway includes training in banking, customer success, preparing participants for a range of customer-facing and operational roles.

“A changing job market doesn’t mean young adults should wait to start building their careers. It makes preparing for opportunity even more important,” said Susan Murray, Chief Executive Officer of Year Up United. “The skills, experience and relationships they build today can help them stand out, adapt as work changes and be ready when the right opportunity comes.”

Year Up United participants are seeing strong outcomes locally. Providence graduates in 2026 are earning an average of $25.04 per hour, and in 2025, 76% of graduates were employed and/or enrolled in postsecondary education.

Employer partnerships help make those opportunities possible. This year, Year Up United is marking 20 years of partnership with Citizens, which has provided internships to more than 400 Year Up United participants since the organization opened its Providence location in 2005.

“Today’s workforce requires adaptability, a commitment to continuously learn and access to meaningful opportunities for growth,” said Susan La Monica, Chief Human Resources Officer at Citizens and Year Up United board member. “For more than 20 years, Citizens has partnered with Year Up United to help young adults develop professional skills, gain valuable experience and connect to career pathways that can change the trajectory of their future. We’ve seen firsthand how investing in people through mentorship, learning and career-connected experiences creates lasting opportunity for individuals while helping employers build the talent needed for the future.”

For Rhode Island young adults considering their next step, applications are open now. Year Up United’s Customer Experience program begins October 19. Learn more about eligibility and apply here.

About Year Up United:

Year Up United is the nation’s leading workforce solutions partner, launching young adults without a bachelor’s degree into meaningful careers and equipping employers with career-ready talent to create lasting economic mobility and impact at scale.

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