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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Feb. 24, 2026 / PRZen / Late last year, a new home services company quietly launched in Albuquerque with a clear mission: to raise the standard for reliability, service, and professionalism in plumbing and HVAC. Today, 505 Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is already gaining attention for its rapid early success and service-driven approach.

Founded by David Hunter, owner of the well-established remodeling firm Hunter Builders, the company was born out of firsthand experience with a common industry problem—finding dependable, service-oriented plumbing professionals.

“For years, while running a kitchen and bathroom remodeling business, plumbing was one of the hardest trades to consistently source,” said Hunter. “Too often, the service wasn’t reliable, pricing lacked transparency, or communication fell short. It became clear there was a real need for a better experience.”

Rather than continuing to work around those challenges, Hunter saw an opportunity to solve them.

Leveraging his background as a seasoned business owner in Albuquerque’s remodeling market, Hunter applied the customer-first principles that helped Hunter Builders grow—clear communication, respect for the homeowner, clean job sites, and accountability—to a new plumbing and HVAC company. That vision became 505 Plumbing, Heating & Cooling.

“Homeowners don’t just want a problem fixed—they want to feel confident about who they’re letting into their home,” Hunter explained. “We built this company around that idea. We treat every home like it’s our own.”

The company emphasizes upfront pricing, responsive communication, licensed technicians, and a commitment to showing up on time and doing the job right. While the home services industry is often associated with rushed jobs and inconsistent experiences, 505 Plumbing, Heating & Cooling aims to be different.

As Albuquerque continues to grow and homeowners demand higher standards from service providers, Hunter believes the timing is right.

With a strong foundation already in place, 505 Plumbing, Heating & Cooling plans to continue expanding its residential plumbing and HVAC services throughout Albuquerque while maintaining the same customer-focused approach that fueled its early success.

About 505 Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

505 Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is a locally owned and operated residential plumbing and HVAC company serving Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2026 / PRZen / The 2026 Formula 1 pre-season testing campaign has concluded in Bahrain, marking the start of one of the most technically radical eras in the sport’s history. A 50:50 split between internal combustion and electrical power, combined with the removal of ground-effect aerodynamics, has produced a grid split into two clear tiers.

Charles Leclerc set the fastest time of testing with a 1:31.992, placing Ferrari at the head of the field. Behind them, Mercedes, McLaren, and Red Bull form a lead quartet separated by fractions of a second, with a gap of at least one full second to a tightly contested midfield. Despite Ferrari’s headline time, paddock consensus points to Mercedes as the pre-race favourite for Melbourne, having topped the mileage charts with 432 laps in the final test while deliberately avoiding qualifying-style runs.

“Ferrari showed us the car that can get pole position,” said Jarrod Partridge, Co-Founder of F1 Chronicle. “But Mercedes showed us the car that can win a race. Finishing 1.2 seconds off the pace while leading on mileage is not a weakness; that is strategy. They have performance in hand, and they know it.”

The defining technical narrative of the 2026 F1 rules is “clipping.” The 50:50 power split delivers explosive initial acceleration, but once the battery depletes, speed bleeds away before the braking zone. Drivers have responded with new tactics, including “lift and coast” and “super clipping,” where the MGU-K is run in reverse to force-charge the battery while the engine runs flat out.

“Energy management is now a primary performance lever, not a secondary one,” said Partridge. “This season, the race engineers and drivers who master battery deployment will be the ones winning championships.”

One of the most encouraging storylines of testing was the performance of Formula 1’s new entrants. Cadillac, the sport’s 11th team, exceeded expectations by running reliably throughout and finishing within striking distance of established midfield competitors. Audi, making their debut as a power unit manufacturer, posted a top speed of 341 km/h and showed strong race trim pace, signalling genuine long-term ambition.

“What Cadillac and Audi showed in Bahrain was genuinely encouraging,” said Partridge. “Cadillac earned real paddock respect by running cleanly and competing closely with teams that have been in the sport for years. Audi’s top speed numbers suggest there is serious performance to come. Both teams have arrived to compete, and the sport is better for it.”

The 2026 F1 season kicks off with the Australian Grand Prix takes place in Melbourne on the weekend of March 14-16.

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PHOENIX, Feb. 16, 2026 / PRZen / In Lights Off, director Joseph Neibich flips the switch on traditional horror and plunges viewers into a world where fear meets farce, and the darkness hides more punchlines than terror. With a seductive demon, sharp satire, and a knowing wink to horror tropes of the past, this short film dances on the edge of absurdity while staying rooted in emotional stakes. Drawing from internet-era humor, ’80s horror nostalgia, and a rich tradition of spoofing genre clichés, Neibich delivers a bold and cheeky take on the age-old fear of the dark. In this interview, he shares the inspirations, behind-the-scenes chaos, and champagne-fueled creativity that brought Lights Off to life.

Patrick Roy, UniversalCinema Magazine (UM): The film opens with a deceptively simple premise—turning off the lights. What was the inspiration behind using such a mundane act as the entry point for chaos?

Joseph Neibich (JN): At one point in all of our lives, we were all afraid of the dark or of the monsters under the bed. I think this short proves there was never anything to be afraid of in the first place. Plus I’ve seen dozens of horror shorts about creatures appearing when the lights go off that simply aren’t there when the lights are on -so I just had to spoof it.

(UM): This film features a “sexy demon” and a battle of wits. How do you balance absurdity and satire without losing the audience’s emotional engagement—or is the absurdity the point?

(JN): The absurdity is definitely part of the point, hilarity is bound to ensue, whenever an average ordinary man has a battle of wits with a sexy woman, she-devil or not. You just have to keep it grounded in the emotional stakes. By playing with satire and surreal elements—like a “sexy demon”—I aim to reflect real human desires and power dynamics. The key is treating the characters’ emotions as sincere, even when the world around them is heightened or ridiculous. That tension keeps the audience engaged while still letting the film be playful and provocative.

https://universalcinema.net/interview-with-joseph-neibich-about-lights-off/

https://universalcinema.net/from-stand-up-to-seductive-demons-a-conversation-with-joseph-neibich-on-lights-off/

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BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 23, 2026 / PRZen / Caraline Skincare, a Colorado-based brand known for its clean, minimalist formulations and commitment to sustainable beauty, is proud to announce that its Gentle Glow Cleansing Oil has been named a finalist for Best Face Cleanser in the 2026 CertClean Clean Beauty Awards. Celebrating excellence in safer skincare, the CertClean Clean Beauty Awards recognize top-performing products formulated without harmful ingredients, making this nomination a meaningful achievement for independent clean beauty brands worldwide.​

Crafted for skin 45+ yet formulated for all skin types, Gentle Glow Cleansing Oil is an oil-based cleanser that melts away makeup, sunscreen, and buildup without stripping the skin’s natural oils. Made with a blend of organic sweet almond, camellia, papaya, pumpkin, and sunflower oils, plus olive squalane and vitamin E, it gently lifts away impurities while leaving skin feeling soft, comfortable, and clean — especially ideal for dry or sensitive skin in high and dry climates like Colorado.​

Camellia seed oil helps maintain skin’s natural moisture balance, while papaya extract gently exfoliates for a brighter, more even-looking tone. Pumpkin seed oil, sunflower oil, and olive-derived squalane soften and condition so skin feels clean, not stripped.

Using the principle of “like dissolves like,” the cleanser breaks down excess sebum, long-wear makeup, and sunscreen without disrupting the skin’s natural balance. It is vegan, plant-based, and free from sulfates, parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrance, gluten, soy, and drying alcohol, aligning with Caraline Skincare’s commitment to clean, conscious formulations for dry and mature skin.

“We created Gentle Glow to prove that cleansing can be both deeply effective and deeply nurturing,” said Laura Coblentz, Founder and CEO of Caraline Skincare. “To be recognized by CertClean among so many outstanding brands reaffirms our belief that clean beauty should never compromise on performance.”​

Now in its 8th year, the CertClean Clean Beauty Awards celebrate innovation and integrity in the global clean beauty industry, with products evaluated by a large panel of beauty experts and influencers across North America and beyond. Winners will be announced this spring.

About Caraline Skincare
Founded in Boulder, Colorado, Caraline Skincare is a clean beauty brand dedicated to minimalist skincare rooted in efficacy, transparency, and care for the planet. Formulate especially for mature skin, the line features thoughtfully sourced, plant-based ingredients that respect both skin balance and environmental integrity, helping women embrace natural radiance through simplicity.​

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Caraline Skincare PR Team
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