Domestic Violence Conviction Affirmed, Sufficiency of Evidence

The Ohio Court of Appeals, Ninth Judicial District, affirmed Clifford Atkinson's domestic violence conviction under Akron City Code 135.16(A), rejecting his sufficiency of evidence challenge. The court found sufficient evidence that Atkinson knowingly caused physical harm to L.H., who qualified as a "family or household member" under the cohabitation standard, and that the evidence allowed the jury to reasonably conclude the essential elements of domestic violence were proven beyond a reasonable doubt. Atkinson was sentenced to 180 days in jail with 164 days suspended, 6 months probation including anger management, and ordered to have no contact with L.H.

State v. Mounts - Murder Conviction Reversed for Ineffective Counsel

The Ohio Court of Appeals, First Appellate District, reversed the trial court's murder conviction of Joshua Mounts (Appeal No. C-210608) and remanded for a new trial after finding both trial and appellate counsel provided ineffective assistance. Trial counsel failed to object to undisclosed expert testimony under Crim.R. 16(K) and to improper prosecutorial comments during closing argument; appellate counsel then failed to raise those trial errors on direct appeal. The court vacated its prior judgment in State v. Mounts, 2023-Ohio-3861.

In re D.W. — Legal Custody Affirmed to Third Parties

The Ohio Court of Appeals, Ninth Judicial District, affirmed the Summit County Court of Common Pleas Juvenile Division judgment granting legal custody of child D.W. to paternal grandmother and her long-term partner. The appellate court rejected Mother's claim that the trial court's custody determination was against the manifest weight of the evidence. Mother had failed to comply with her case plan objectives, including obtaining substance use and mental health assessments, submitting to drug screens (she consistently tested positive for methamphetamine over six months), and demonstrating the ability to meet the child's basic needs.

Puckett-Morrissette v. Durrani – Future Medical Expenses Reversed, 2026 Ohio 1444

The Ohio First District Court of Appeals affirmed in part, reversed in part, vacated in part, and remanded consolidated medical malpractice judgments involving three plaintiffs (Puckett-Morrissette, Reynolds, and Wyatt) against Dr. Abubakar Atiq Durrani and the Center for Advanced Spine Technologies, Inc. The court upheld the trial court's joinder of plaintiffs' claims and its admission of expert testimony under Evid.R. 601 and Evid.R. 702. The court reversed the trial court's award of future medical expenses for each plaintiff due to insufficient expert testimony establishing anticipated treatment course, likelihood of treatment, and projected costs. The court also reversed the denial of defendants' setoff request, holding that intentional tortfeasors are entitled to a setoff under R.C. 2307.28(A). The trial court's prejudgment interest award was affirmed. Defendants face recalculation of damages on remand.

Awofadeju v. Akinla Divorce Appeal Dismissed

The Georgia Court of Appeals dismissed a direct appeal in Awofadeju v. Akinla on April 22, 2026, because the appellant failed to follow the mandatory discretionary application procedure required for domestic relations cases under OCGA § 5-6-35(a)(2). The court held that compliance with this procedure is jurisdictional, and because Awofadeju filed a direct notice of appeal instead, the Court lacked authority to hear the case. The appeal is therefore dismissed without consideration of the underlying divorce judgment.

Downey Trees Inc v Stephens - Case Remanded to Forsyth County State Court

The Georgia Court of Appeals granted appellee Jermaine Stephens' Motion to Remand in case A26A1312, ordering the case returned to the State Court of Forsyth County. The ruling allows either party to file a notice of appeal within 30 days of resolution of the pending motion to enforce settlement. This is a procedural remand order that returns the case to the lower court for further proceedings rather than a substantive ruling on the merits.

Tamera Montgomery v. Milton Ruben Toyota of Augusta, Dismissed

The Court of Appeals of Georgia dismissed Appeal No. A26A1575 filed by Tamera Montgomery against Milton Ruben Toyota of Augusta for failure to file a brief. Montgomery's brief was due April 13, 2026, but neither the brief nor a request for extension was filed before the deadline passed. The court dismissed the appeal pursuant to Court of Appeals Rule 23(a).

Nathaniel Blackmon III v. Takeisha T. Dudley - Discretionary Appeal Denied

The Court of Appeals of the State of Georgia denied Nathaniel Blackmon III's Application for Discretionary Appeal (Docket A26D0445) on April 22, 2026. The case originated from LC Number 19FM3068, with Takeisha T. Dudley listed as the opposing party. This procedural denial concludes the appellate review process without reaching the merits of the underlying dispute.

Russell Carl Nast v. Lauren C. Nast - Divorce Appeal Dismissed

Russell Carl Nast's direct appeal from an October 8, 2025 divorce judgment was dismissed by the Georgia Court of Appeals. The court held that appeals from divorce orders must proceed via discretionary application under OCGA § 5-6-35(a)(2), not direct appeal, and that compliance with the discretionary procedure is jurisdictional. Lauren Nast's motion to dismiss was granted; her motion for a frivolous appeal penalty was denied.

NY Forest Rangers Week in Review: 362 Rescues and 202 Wildfires in 2025

New York State DEC Forest Rangers 2025 annual statistics show 362 search and rescue missions, 202 wildfires covering 840 acres, and 1,100 tickets and arrests. The week of April 14-19, 2026 included the largest Flood Incident Response Strike Team (FIRST) exercise on the Hudson and Schroon rivers with 82 participants, night vision goggle training, multiple wilderness rescues, a water rescue attempt in Kaaterskill Creek where a 15-year-old from Brooklyn was tragically pronounced deceased, and a prescribed burn of 11.5 acres at Albany Pine Bush. 41 Forest Rangers were deployed to fire assignments in 10 different states during 2025.

Youth Turkey Hunt Weekend April 25-26, Ages 12-15

New York State DEC has announced its annual youth turkey hunting weekend scheduled for April 25-26, open to junior hunters ages 12-15 across upstate New York and Suffolk County. Eligible youth must hold a hunting license and turkey permit, with supervision requirements varying by age: youth ages 12-13 must be accompanied by an adult over 21, while ages 14-15 require an adult over 18, with written parental permission in both cases. The bag limit is one bearded bird, which counts toward the regular spring season limit of two bearded birds, with shooting hours from one-half hour before sunrise to noon each day.

Two Trans Women Detained for Homicide in Cali, Colombia

Two trans women identified as Almendra and La Madre were detained by CTI servers with support from the Army and National Police on April 20 in Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia, for their alleged involvement in a February 6 homicide. The two individuals attacked two people with a stabbing weapon in a vacant lot, stealing their belongings; one victim died and the other was injured. A prosecutor from the Seccional Cali charged both with homicide, attempted homicide, and aggravated theft—charges they did not accept. A judge ordered preventive detention in a correctional facility.

Villavicencio Extortion and False Criminal Records Charges Filed Against Police and Private Individual

La Fiscalía General de la Nación presentó cargos penales contra cuatro personas — dos intendentes activos de la Sijin de la Policía Nacional en Villavicencio (Nelson Montero Martínez y Fabián Enciso Flórez), un suboficial retirado (Audel Jaber Urrego Arévalo) y un particular (Ruben Dario Barrios Pardo) — por los delitos de concusión agravada y extorsión agravada. El caso se relaciona con exigencias económicas ilegales realizadas a una mujer en septiembre de 2025 en el área rural oriental de Villavicencio para eliminar falsos registros penales. Dos de los procesados, Montero Martínez y Urrego Arévalo, recibieron medida de aseguramiento en centro carcelario por orden judicial.

Acusan a Osvaldo Bother David, Alias Hormigo, por Cuatro Homicidios en Risaralda

La Fiscalía General de la Nación imputó cargos penales a Osvaldo Mauricio Bother David, alias Hormigo, presunto integrante de la estructura delincuencial Clan del Golfo, por cuatro homicides y three intentos de homicidio ocurridos entre abril y junio de 2025 en los municipios de Belén de Umbría y Mistrató, departamento de Risaralda. Un juez de control de garantías impuso medida de aseguramiento carcelaria preventiva contra Bother David, quien también fue acusado de concierto para delinquir y fabricación, tráfico o porte de armas de fuego.

SQE Annual Reports Confirm Robust Assessment With Fee Increases for 2026/27

The SRA published its fourth annual suite of reports on the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), confirming the assessment is robust and defensible while noting improvements in delivery and candidate support. In 2024/25, 13,081 candidates took SQE1 and 5,752 took SQE2; SQE2 pass rates rose from 76% to 81%. The SRA also confirmed new fees effective from October 2026: SQE1 will increase to £2,006 (from £1,934) and SQE2 to £3,086 (from £2,974), reflecting inflation and Welsh translation costs.

PM Law £39.5M Fraud: 92 Claims, £9.31M Paid to Former Clients

The SRA has confirmed its ongoing investigation into PM Law Ltd involves suspected fraud with £39.5 million in improperly removed client funds. As of 17 April 2026, the SRA Compensation Fund has paid 92 claims totalling £9.31 million, with a further £6.8 million paid from money held within the firm. The total estimated value of claims to-date is £21.52 million. The PM Law group comprised 11 companies, 25 offices and more than 30 trading names across Yorkshire, Cumbria, Berkshire, Derbyshire and London.

SRA Consults on Mandatory Ethical Discussions for Solicitors

The SRA is consulting on proposals that would require all solicitors to record their learning and development needs and sign a declaration confirming they have identified and addressed these needs. The proposals also mandate annual participation in ethical discussions where solicitors work through ethical dilemmas and scenarios with peers. Any final rule changes would require application to the Legal Services Board following the 12-week consultation period closing on 15 July 2026. Solicitors and law firms should review current continuing competence practices to prepare for potential new documentation and participation requirements.

Superintendente de Bancos Destaca Avances en Inclusión en Foro de Equidad de Género

The Ecuador Banking Superintendent (Superintendencia de Bancos) participated in a gender equity forum to showcase advances in financial inclusion. The announcement references a related agreement between the Banking Superintendent and COSEDE (Corporación del Seguro de Depósitos Público y Privado) to consolidate the public and private financial system. No specific policy changes, regulatory requirements, or compliance obligations are described.

Banking Superintendent and COSEDE Sign Cooperation Agreement

Ecuador's Banking Superintendent (Superintendencia de Bancos) and COSEDE (Corporación del Seguro de Depósitos) have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at consolidating Ecuador's public and private financial system. The agreement, published on the Superintendent's official website, establishes a framework for coordination between the banking regulator and the deposit insurance corporation. No specific terms, obligations, or timelines were detailed in the source announcement.

Convenio SB y COSEDE Consolida Sistema Financiero Público y Privado

La Superintendencia de Bancos del Ecuador y la Corporación del Seguro de Depósitos (COSEDE) firmaron un convenio interinstitucional para coordinar acciones en materia de supervisión, regulación y resolución del sistema financiero público y privado. El acuerdo busca fortalecer la cooperación técnica, el intercambio de información y la gestión de crises entre ambos organismos reguladores. El convenio no crea obligaciones directas de cumplimiento para las instituciones financieras, sino que establece un marco de coordinación entre las autoridades de supervisión.

OSCR Website Unavailable 9 March 2026 for Essential Updates

OSCR has published a notice advising that its website may be unavailable at times on Monday 9 March 2026 due to essential updates being made to the Scottish Charity Register. The downtime may extend into the following days, and normal service is expected to resume by the end of that week. This notice is informational only and does not create any compliance obligations.

Guidance for Scottish Charities on Campaigning About Political Issues

OSCR published guidance on 8 April 2026 clarifying that Scottish charities may campaign on political issues during the 7 May 2026 Scottish Parliamentary election, provided such campaigning is consistent with their charitable purposes and complies with charity and electoral law. The guidance explains that charities cannot have supporting a political party as their purpose, but may engage with politicians, lobby MSPs, or organise petitions where this advances their charitable aims. Charity trustees must act in the interests of their charity and consider reputational implications of any campaigning activity.

Employment Law Changes for Scottish Charities, April 2026

OSCR is notifying Scottish charities that employ staff of new employment rights under the Employment Rights Act 2025, which is being implemented in phases. Key changes taking effect from April 2026 include statutory sick pay, paternity and unpaid parental leave, bereaved partner's paternity leave, collective redundancy rules, whistleblowing protections, simplified Fair Work enforcement, holiday pay records, and National Minimum and Living Wage updates. Further changes will follow across 2026 and 2027. While OSCR does not regulate employment law, charity trustees remain responsible for ensuring their charity complies with all relevant employer obligations.

AFM Finds Crypto Firm Advertising, Cost Information Shortcomings

The AFM examined 33 crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) for compliance with MiCAR advertising and cost disclosure requirements, finding significant shortcomings at 14 firms in advertising and 19 firms in cost information. Dutch CASPs will receive supervisory letters, while the ten international firms identified will be reported to their respective national regulators. Executive board member Hanzo van Beusekom stated the period of leniency has ended, signalling that continued non-compliance will result in enforcement action.

AFM Annual Report 2025: €11B Foundation Repair, AI Market Risks

The AFM published its Annual Report 2025 alongside two thematic reports covering financial sector resilience and emerging risks. Research reveals 500,000 Dutch homeowners have vulnerable foundations requiring €11 billion in total restoration, with over 25,000 unable to responsibly take loans for repairs. A separate study on AI in capital markets identifies both opportunities and risks, with the AFM emphasizing that human involvement and intervention capability remain essential as autonomous systems increasingly drive market decisions.

Arrowstreet Capital Fined €297,000 for Incorrect Short Position Notifications

The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) imposed an administrative fine of €297,000 on Arrowstreet Capital, Limited Partnership on 20 April 2026 for systematically incorrect notifications of net short positions in Just Eat Takeaway.com and Galapagos listed on Euronext Amsterdam. The firm submitted 101 incorrect notifications between July 2020 and November 2024, understating positions by tens of millions of euros in many cases, with 85 of those also violating public disclosure obligations. Arrowstreet self-reported the error, corrected it promptly, and cooperated fully with the investigation, leading to a reduced fine through the simplified settlement procedure.

Dr Makhubu Appointed SARS Commissioner from 1 May

President Ramaphosa appointed Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as SARS Commissioner from 1 May 2026 for a period of five years, following a recommendation from a panel chaired by former Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene. Dr Makhubu has served as Deputy Commissioner: Taxpayer Engagement and Operations since May 2023 and holds a PhD in Leadership, Master in Business Leadership, Bachelor in Electrical Engineering, and Bachelor of Economics. The appointment follows succession-planning aligned with the Nugent Commission of Inquiry into SARS administration and governance.

President Ramaphosa Appoints Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as SARS Commissioner-Designate

President Ramaphosa has appointed Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as the new SARS Commissioner-Designate to take over the SARS portfolio from outgoing Commissioner Mr. Edward Kieswetter, effective 1 May 2026. SARS will host an introductory press conference at the SARS Woodmead Office on 4 April 2026 at 10:00, hosted by Commissioner Kieswetter. Journalists seeking further information may contact Ms Mpho Motsemme at 066 247 9668.

SARS Secures High Court Preservation Order Against Former Officials for Corruption

SARS has secured an ex parte preservation order in the Gauteng Division of the High Court in Pretoria under section 163 of the Tax Administration Act against two former SARS officials who resigned in 2024 and 2025. The order targets three immovable properties, six vehicles, and multiple bank and investment accounts held across major financial institutions, estimated to be worth several million rand in total. A curator bonis has been appointed to preserve and manage these assets pending the finalisation of tax assessments, with authority to locate further concealed assets.

Oxidation Dye Precursor, Amino Silicone, Polyol Composition for Keratin Fiber Dyeing

USPTO granted L'Oréal Patent US12605319B2 for a composition comprising an oxidation base (2-β-hydroxyethyl-para-phenylenediamine), a (poly)oxyalkylenated amino silicone, and a polyol. The patent, with a filing date of December 9, 2022, contains 19 claims and covers processes for dyeing keratin fibers, preferably hair. Inventors are Valérie Nicou and Laurence Corn-Gourinel.

DNA Triangular Origami Emulsion Preparation, Zhejiang University, Apr 21

USPTO issued patent US12605312B2 to Zhejiang University on April 21, 2026, covering a DNA triangular origami-based single and double emulsifier preparation method for drug delivery applications. The patent discloses using DNA triangular origami as an emulsifier enabling simultaneous delivery of hydrophilic arbutin and hydrophobic coumaric acid through central nano channels, achieving zero-order release via intermolecular forces and pore confinement effects. The filing date was May 24, 2022, with application number 17752477 and 8 claims.

KAO Corporation External Skin Preparation Patent US12605315B2

USPTO granted Patent US12605315B2 to KAO Corporation on April 21, 2026, for an external skin preparation containing tabular metal oxide (A) with thickness 30-360 nm and aspect ratio 50-300, combined with UV absorbent (B) in a mass ratio of 0.1 to 5. The patent also covers formulations combining metal oxide (A), UV scattering agent (C), and nonvolatile oil (D), plus a method for protecting skin from IR and UV rays. Inventors are Takashi Fukui and Noriko Tejima, with 11 claims allowed under CPC classifications A61K 8/29, A61K 8/27, A61K 8/92, and related categories.

Synergistic Preservative Composition Containing Alkylene Glycol Ester

USPTO granted Patent US12605318B2 to Arch UK Biocides Ltd on April 21, 2026 for a synergistic preservative composition containing an alkylene glycol ester. The patent covers methods for increasing the efficacy of preservative agents and reducing the minimum amount needed for effective preservation in end-use formulations. The patent application (No. 17920493) was filed on April 22, 2021, with 32 claims covering CPC classifications in the A61K 8 and A61Q ranges for personal care and pharmaceutical formulations.

Mary Kay Inc. Topical Skin Care Formulation Patent US12605308B2

Mary Kay Inc. received US Patent 12605308B2 on April 21, 2026, covering topical skin care formulations containing Ficus lacor extract. The patent protects a method of reducing oxidation or MMP-1 activity in skin through topical application of the extract. The filing date was October 18, 2023, and the patent contains 22 claims.

Dental Composite Material - Kulzer GmbH - US12605307B2

The USPTO granted patent US12605307B2 to Kulzer GmbH on April 21, 2026, covering a polymerisable dental composite material comprising 40-90% inorganic filler, 10-60% urethane (alkyl) acrylate, 0.01-15% functional monomers, and 0.01-10% initiator/stabiliser. The patent, originating from application 17773261 (filed October 29, 2020), contains 8 claims and names inventors Andreas Utterodt, Christoph Meier, Nelli Schoenhof, Jutta Schneider, Kurt Reischl, Raif Kocoglu, and Michael Eck. The patent covers both the unpolymerised composite and the polymerised material for direct or indirect dental restorations.

Pressed Powder Patent, Shanghai Marshmallowmakeup Biotech

USPTO granted Patent US12605309B2 to Shanghai Marshmallowmakeup Biotech Corp., Ltd on April 21, 2026 for a pressed powder product and its method of preparation. The invention comprises a pressed powder layer, an ink absorbing layer formed by spraying ink-absorbing paint, and a pattern layer obtained by printing. The ink-absorbing paint contains 0.5% to 10% by weight of an oil controlling agent, 0.5% to 20% by weight of a color developing agent, 55% to 98.5% by weight of a solvent, and 0.5% to 10% by weight of a stabilizer. The patent claims priority to Application No. 18201776 filed May 25, 2023, with 8 total claims granted.

Mitsui Chemicals Patent, A61K 6/887, Zinc Catalyst Method

USPTO granted Patent US12605306B2 to MITSUI CHEMICALS, INC. on April 21, 2026, covering a method of manufacturing monomer compositions using a zinc catalyst combined with iso(thio)cyanate and alcohol compounds. The patent, filed on August 7, 2020 under application number 17628600, contains 15 claims and is classified under CPC A61K 6/887. Inventor Naoyuki Kakinuma developed the method where at least one of the iso(thio)cyanate compound or alcohol compound has a (meth)acryloyl group.

North Carolina State University Cloacal Delivery Product for Gut Health

USPTO granted Patent US12605239B2 to North Carolina State University on April 21, 2026, covering a method of delivering bioactive compositions to the ceca of birds via cloacal administration. The patent (Application No. 17389026, filed July 29, 2021) names inventors Robert Byron Beckstead, Peter R. Ferket, Olivia Ann Wedegaertner, and Raveendra Rangarao Kulkarni, and contains 14 claims. The invention provides a treatment-effective amount of a bioactive composition delivered to the cloaca with vent stimulation to target the ceca.

KAO Corporation Dual Hydrogel Patent, Apr 21

KAO Corporation has been granted US Patent 12605311B2 for a dual hydrogel structure comprising a continuous phase of a first hydrogel and a dispersed second hydrogel phase. The patent specifies a ratio of local minimum load after break to breaking load of 0.1 or more, covering 23 claims with inventors Saki Hamada and Shohei Toyota. The application was filed on February 5, 2021, under application number 18275832.

Non-Sulfate Shampoo Composition With Coacervate Formulation

The USPTO granted Patent US12605322B2 on April 21, 2026, to inventors Christian Springob, Marion Stuess, Malte Dirk Benjamin Koch, Antonio Martinez-Campoy, and Esther Mattke, covering a non-sulfate shampoo composition incorporating taurate or sarcosinate salt surfactants with a complexation compound that forms a coacervate upon dilution with water during hair treatment use. The patent includes 14 claims classified under CPC categories A61K 8/466, A61K 8/416, A61K 8/42, A61K 8/737, A61Q 5/02, and A61Q 5/12, among others.

Citrate Metal Salt Endodontic Treatment Formulation Patent

USPTO granted patent US12605305B2 to Kunming Qingcheng Healthcare Tech LTD. on April 21, 2026, covering an application of citrate metal salt in endodontic treatment and its formulation. The patent claims use of lithium citrate, sodium citrate, potassium citrate, or magnesium citrate for removing smear layer in root canal procedures, co-formulated with a citrate metal salt-compatible single-chain cationic antimicrobial agent. The invention is classified under CPC codes A61K 6/52 and A61K 6/69, with 8 claims total. Filing date was July 19, 2021, under application number 18025339.

DPOC Meeting March 3, 2026 - IASB and ISSB Technical Updates

The IFRS Foundation Due Process Oversight Committee (DPOC) will hold a meeting on 3 March 2026 at its London offices to receive update reports on IASB and ISSB technical activities. The agenda also includes finalising amendments to the Due Process Handbook, with staff recommending clarifications and enhancements based on feedback from the June 2025 Exposure Draft. Supporting papers include DP2 (IASB technical activities), DP3 (ISSB technical activities), and DP4 with an addendum summarising stakeholder feedback on the handbook proposals.

Capital Markets Advisory Committee Meeting, 13 March 2026, Agenda Items

The IFRS Foundation's Capital Markets Advisory Committee (CMAC) held a video conference call on 13 March 2026. The meeting covered an IASB Update, agenda items on Statement of Cash Flows including non-cash transactions, derivative classification, and changes in liabilities from financing activities, and initiated Phase 1 of the post-implementation review of IFRS 9 Hedge Accounting. Meeting papers and a recording are available via the IFRS website.

ISSB Agrees Nature Disclosures Practice Statement, October 2026

The International Sustainability Standards Board agreed during its April 2026 meeting in Beijing to propose requirements for nature-related disclosures as an IFRS Practice Statement. The Practice Statement will guide companies on how to provide material nature-related disclosures required under IFRS S1 without amending existing standards, drawing on the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures framework. An exposure draft is planned for October 2026, giving stakeholders the opportunity to comment on both the proposed content and whether a Practice Statement is the appropriate form of standard-setting for nature-related disclosures.

Nevada Ranks #1 in Job Growth, Governor Lombardo Announces

Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo released a statement announcing that Nevada ranks number one nationally for job growth, according to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR). The governor highlighted administrative achievements including over $5 billion in private investment, more than 44,500 new jobs secured, a 15% reduction in the Modified Business Tax, and 910 regulatory reform recommendations approved by the Legislative Commission as of March 2025.

Eversource UI Electric Rates Decrease May 1 2026

PURA conditionally approves decreased electric rates for Eversource Energy and United Illuminating (UI) effective May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027 in PURA Dockets 26-01-03 and 26-01-04. Eversource residential customers will see a decrease of 4.3 cents per kilowatt-hour, averaging about $30 less per month; UI residential customers will see a decrease of 4.9 cents per kilowatt-hour, averaging about $34 less per month. The reductions are driven by lower public benefits charges tied to Millstone and Seabrook nuclear energy contracts and decreased hardship protection costs including uncollectible debt and arrearage forgiveness programs. A prudence review of actual revenues and expenses may result in further adjustments effective September 1.

Wind Noise Sound Quality Preference and Claims Study

Sonova registered a clinical trial on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07543770) to generate sound quality claims evidence for a new Wind Noise Canceller (WNC) algorithm in hearing instruments. The single-site, two-arm study will compare the new WNC algorithm against the previous iteration in participants with hearing loss, with data collection scheduled for April 22, 2026. Informal exploratory testing by Sonova employees had previously identified improved sound quality ratings depending on wind speed, wind angle, and target signal.

TA-CPR vs Telephone CPR for Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest

A pragmatic cluster-randomized controlled trial registered at ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07546474) will compare Telemedicine-Assisted CPR (TA-CPR) against conventional Dispatcher-Assisted CPR (DA-CPR) in adult patients with suspected non-traumatic out-of-hospital cardiac arrest within a hospital-based EMS system in Bangkok, Thailand. The study uses month-based cluster randomization, assigning either TA-CPR (real-time video call allowing dispatchers to visually assess patient and rescuer) or standard voice-only DA-CPR to all eligible patients each month. Both protocols use standard CPR instructions, with the TA-CPR group receiving live visual feedback to potentially improve chest compression quality and outcomes.

Neoss ProActive Dental Implant 5-Year Anterior Maxilla Clinical Trial

Neoss has registered a prospective 5-year clinical study (NCT07544706) evaluating the performance of ProActive Straight and Tapered dental implants supporting crowns and bridges in the anterior maxilla (teeth 13-23). The study will be conducted at Brånemarkkliniken, Public Dental Service, Västra Götalandsregionen, Sweden, with a study completion date of April 22, 2026. The trial will collect clinical, radiographic, and patient-reported outcomes using established methods and CE-marked devices, addressing a gap in long-term evidence for this specific indication.

PROXERA PSOMED 30 Nail Psoriasis Trial, 21 Participants, 24 Weeks

ClinicalTrials.gov has registered a Phase IV interventional study evaluating PROXERA PSOMED 30, a 30% urea topical medical device, for the treatment of nail psoriasis in adults. The randomized controlled trial will enroll 21 participants aged 18-65 and compare active treatment against petrolatum (Vaseline) control over 24 weeks, measuring improvements in Nail Psoriasis Severity Index (NAPSI) scores as the primary efficacy endpoint. Participants will apply treatments twice daily to target nails with follow-up assessments at baseline, week 4, week 12, and week 24.