‘We Must Not Become Barcelona’: Athens Considers Banning New Hotels, Mayor Says
Athens mayor Haris Doukas warned the city could repeat Barcelona’s overtourism woes and floated a ban on new hotel licences. The capital already froze short‑term rental permits in three central districts and hosts roughly 68,934 hotel beds, with 35,000 in the city centre. Industry leaders say hotel and alternative‑accommodation growth has surged, prompting calls for a strategic capacity plan. An observatory on tourism impact has been launched to guide policy decisions.
ACE Fire Protection Expands NYC Fire‑Extinguisher Inspection Routes to Meet Year‑End Compliance
ACE Fire Protection, a Brooklyn‑based fire‑safety firm with over 30 years in the market, announced expanded fire‑extinguisher inspection routes across all five boroughs and Long Island. The move aims to streamline scheduling for commercial property managers facing year‑end code and...
Former CIA Analyst Rebukes Senator Woo's Attempt to Discredit the Study That Has Now Captured Woo's Own Group as Its...
Former CIA analyst Peter Mattis of the Jamestown Foundation testified before Canada’s Parliament, defending a Jamestown study that listed 575 Chinese Communist Party United Front‑linked organizations in Canada and adding Senator Yuen Pau Woo’s own advocacy group as the 576th. The study,...
Spring Solar Inspections Crucial for Summer Production
7 Solar Maintenance Tips for Peak Summer Production Why spring solar inspections make or break your summer #energysky -- via Solar Power World: https://t.co/udZVQksGxa
Harvey Weinstein's New York Rape Retrial Begins with Opening Statements
Opening statements are set for Tuesday in Harvey Weinstein's New York rape retrial. A freshly empaneled jury of seven men and five women will hear the case that could shape future #MeToo jurisprudence.
Arby’s Launches Limited‑Time BBQ Lineup and Mac‑and‑Cheese Bowl to Revive Traffic
Arby’s introduced a limited‑time BBQ sandwich duo and a new Mac‑and‑Cheese bowl, a brand‑refresh move led by CMO Jeff Baker. The rollout targets lagging sales and aims to draw diners back to the chain’s 33,000‑plus locations.
Iran-U.S. Talks Falter as Strait of Hormuz Violence Sparks Doubt
Uncertainty over a second round of Iran‑U.S. talks deepened on Monday after a U.S. naval incident in the Strait of Hormuz and mixed statements from Tehran. President Donald Trump said a delegation was en route to Islamabad, while Iran’s foreign...
15 Years Before Ross And Rachel, ABC Debuted Aaron Spelling's Very Different Friends Series
In 1979 ABC launched a short‑lived comedy‑drama called Friends, produced by Aaron Spelling and Douglas S. Cramer. The series followed three 11‑year‑old kids in Southern California as they navigated dating, family and school, and earned endorsements from the National Education...
Chef Stuart Ralston Launches Luxury Hotel Rooms at Edinburgh’s Lyla for $369 a Night
Chef‑turned‑hotelier Stuart Ralston has opened four upscale rooms above his Michelin‑starred Lyla restaurant in Edinburgh, charging £295 ($369) per night. The rooms feature bespoke design, a caviar‑filled minibar and a breakfast‑in‑bed service, reflecting Ralston’s belief that boutique lodging is a...
UK CAA Publishes Draft Decision on Heathrow Expansion Early Costs Recovery
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has released a draft decision outlining how early‑stage costs for Heathrow’s third‑runway expansion can be recovered. It sets a £320 million (≈$406 million) cap for Heathrow Airport Limited’s 2025‑26 planning and design spend, and allows Heathrow West...
Chase The Edit Points Boost At 2.5 Cents Per Point (Select Hotels)
Chase has introduced a limited‑time points boost that values Ultimate Rewards points at 2.5 cents each when transferred to select hotel loyalty programs, including Marriott Bonvoy, IHG Rewards Club, and World of Hyatt. The promotion runs through June 30 2026 and applies to...
Chinese Researchers Propose Saliva Test to Detect Stomach Cancer Early
Researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine have pinpointed 20 bacterial species that appear in both the mouths and stomachs of gastric‑cancer patients. Their study, published in Cell Reports Medicine, proposes a non‑invasive saliva test that could identify...
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AMA: Energy 2026: [INTERVIEW] How Large-Scale Metal AM Is Helping Energy OEMs Break Free From Forging and Casting Delays
Fastech is leveraging large‑scale wire‑based additive manufacturing (WAAM and LW‑DED) to help energy OEMs overcome long lead times, supply‑chain constraints, and limited flexibility of forging and casting. WAAM delivers material at 1‑5 kg/h for bulky parts, while LW‑DED offers finer finishes...
Gamers Slam Nvidia as AI Chip Focus Triggers GPU Shortage and Cancelled RTX 50 Super
Nvidia’s aggressive shift toward AI data‑center chips, which now generate 91.5% of its revenue, has ignited a wave of criticism from gamers who fear a shortage of GeForce GPUs. The cancellation of the RTX 50 Super and delay of the...
Dutch Warship Compromised with $5 Tracker and a Postcard
A journalist mailed a $5 Bluetooth tracker hidden inside a postcard through the Dutch military postal system, and it arrived aboard the HNLMS Eversten without detection. The frigate, currently supporting France's carrier Charles de Gaulle in the Eastern Mediterranean, passed...
Massimo Group Names Quenton Petersen CEO, David Shan Moves to Executive Chairman
Massimo Group announced Quenton Petersen as its new chief executive officer, effective April 14, 2026, while founder David Shan will transition to the role of Executive Chairman. The leadership change aims to accelerate the company's push into AI‑enabled utility and...
Kill Boring Dead’s Marcus Willis: The Safest Campaign Is Also the Most Expensive One
Kill Boring Dead (KBD), a Melbourne‑based social‑first agency, filters out roughly 99% of inbound pitches to focus on bold, emotionally resonant work. Founder Marcus Willis argues that safe, consensus‑approved campaigns are not only ineffective but costlier than doing nothing, prompting...
Submit Your Indie Track Free for 360° Spotlight
New or old, known or unknown, if your indie song is special, it belongs on 360°. Send it to me and let's find out. Always free: Eric@ThatEricAlper.com https://t.co/8JQ0j376aP
Two More Mixed-Use Buildings Coming to Overland Ave. In Palms
Los Angeles developer Helio has submitted entitlement applications for two new eight‑story mixed‑use projects on Overland Avenue in the Palms neighborhood. The 3738 S. Overland site will house 141 studio and one‑bedroom units, include 1,500 sq ft of ground‑floor commercial space, and...
impact.com Expands Creator Management Capabilities with YouTube’s Creator Partnerships API
impact.com announced an expanded collaboration with YouTube as an early adopter of the Creator Partnerships API, letting brands discover creators, manage sponsorships, and pull performance insights. The integration offers end‑to‑end campaign management and access to verified audience and engagement data....
RBI Eases Rupee NDF Curbs but Banks Stay Cautious as NDC Trading Resumes
The Reserve Bank of India has partially withdrawn its April 1 curbs on rupee non‑deliverable forwards, permitting cancellation, rollover and back‑to‑back trades while keeping a $100 million net‑open position cap. Despite the easing, major banks remain hesitant to offer NDF contracts,...
Environmental Groups Sue Over BP's $5 Billion Ultra‑Deepwater Gulf Drilling Plan
Five environmental NGOs sued the U.S. Interior Department on the 16th anniversary of Deepwater Horizon, seeking to overturn approval of BP's $5 bn Kaskida ultra‑deepwater drilling project in the Gulf of Mexico. The lawsuit argues the plan threatens marine life, public...
Iran Grants Iraqi Militia Leaders More Autonomy Amid PMF Power Struggle
Iran’s Quds Force chief Ismail Qaani visited Baghdad to press Iraqi militia leaders for more operational freedom, while the Shia Coordination Framework races to nominate a prime minister before April 26. The move deepens Tehran’s grip on the Popular Mobilisation...
S&P 500 Hits Record High as Investors Digest Mixed Earnings Signals
The S&P 500 climbed to a new all‑time high, according to a Motley Fool Money podcast recorded on April 17, 2026. The hosts highlighted mixed earnings, notably Netflix’s Q1 results that featured a $2.8 billion termination fee and a slowdown in subscriber growth....
Trump Warns Airline Consolidation Breeds Laziness, Opposes United‑American Merger
"It makes them lazy." Trump comes against a possible United Airlines-American Air merger. Says Spirit should be acquired by someone, the defense base is too consolidated. https://t.co/HEddc2ZFLN
DyeMansion Teases Compact Powershot Post-Processing System
DyeMansion announced a compact version of its Powershot post‑processing system, slated for a full launch at Formnext 2026. The new unit will combine depowdering and surface‑treatment functions for smaller powder‑bed printers, complementing the company’s VX1 vapor‑smoothing machine. By packaging industrial‑grade...
NEURA Robotics and Amazon Web Services Enter Strategic Collaboration to Accelerate Physical AI at Scale
NEURA Robotics and Amazon Web Services have signed a strategic agreement to accelerate Physical AI at scale, combining NEURA's cognitive robotics platform with AWS's cloud and AI services. The partnership will integrate NEURA Gym training environments with Amazon SageMaker and...
Kuwait Declares Force Majeure on Crude Shipments After US Seizes Iranian Vessel
Kuwait Petroleum Corp declared force majeure on crude and refined product shipments following the US Navy's seizure of the Iranian‑flagged cargo vessel TOUSKA. The move cuts Gulf oil supply at a time when the Strait of Hormuz is effectively blocked,...
YouTube Extends Deepfake Detector to All Hollywood Celebs
Scoop: YouTube is opening up its deepfake detection tool to all of Hollywood. Anyone famous enough to be at high risk, whether they have a YouTube channel or not, can now sign on to use the tool.
Drake Pushes Back on UMG at Appeals Court, Says Judge Improperly Dismissed ‘Not Like Us’ Case
Drake’s attorneys filed a reply brief with the Second Circuit, contending that the district court erred in dismissing his defamation suit over Kendrick Lamar’s track “Not Like Us.” The brief argues the judge relied on evidence outside the complaint, misapplied the...
Asian Markets Split as US‑Iran Talks Stall, Oil Volatility Persists
Asian equity indices posted mixed results on April 20 as uncertainty over renewed US‑Iran negotiations kept oil prices volatile. The two‑week cease‑fire set by President Trump expires at 8 p.m. ET Wednesday, and traders are weighing the risk of renewed conflict...
Explore How 2026 Growth Engines Impact Games at Pocket Gamer Connects Barcelona
Pocket Gamer Connects Barcelona, scheduled for June 15‑16, will focus on the 2026 growth engines reshaping game development, monetisation, and player acquisition. Industry leaders will dissect how artificial intelligence and direct‑to‑consumer (D2C) strategies are moving from hype to practical implementation....
Zions Bancorp Q1 Earnings Show Mixed Signals as Profit Falls YoY but GAAP Bottom Line Rises
Zions Bancorp reported first‑quarter net earnings of $232 million, or $1.56 per share, down from $262 million a year earlier, while its GAAP bottom line climbed to $232 million from $169 million. The split picture reflects weaker net interest and non‑interest income amid broader...
Fable Brings Its Whole-Food Shiitake Mushroom Range to Waitrose Nationwide
London‑based Fable, a mushroom brand serving over 1,500 restaurants across the UK, Europe, Australia and North America, is launching its Tender Pulled Shiitake range in Waitrose stores nationwide on 6 May. The product is priced at £3.99 (about $5.10) and...
Podcast Data Firm Bumper Unveils Audience Verification Metric to Boost Advertiser Confidence
Bumper, a podcast data and growth firm, launched the Bumper Score, a new audience verification metric that rates podcasts on a 0‑200 scale with 100 as the industry average. The score aggregates first‑party hosting data, verified listener information from major...
Marvell Shares Jump 5% on Rumored AI Chip Tie‑up with Alphabet, Adding Billions to Market Value
Marvell Technology (MRVL) surged 5% in pre‑market trading after The Information reported that Alphabet is in talks with the chipmaker to develop two new AI accelerators. The rally lifted Marvell’s market capitalization by several billion dollars, underscoring how partnership rumors...
Hormuz Status Highlights Broken Global Energy System
Is Hormuz open or closed? Neither. It's a BROKEN global energy system You can get through the strait, but not reliably, not safely, and not at scale. The disruption is structural not temporary You can reopen a strait. Not a system. 👇 https://t.co/EMhvtItEos #Hormuz #OilMarkets #Shipping...
9-1-1: Nashville: Season Two; Ryan Phillippe Joins Cast in Series Regular Role
ABC’s first‑responder drama 9‑1‑1: Nashville is bolstering its lineup for season two with the addition of Ryan Phillippe as a series‑regular. Phillippe has inked a multi‑year contract to play an iconoclastic detective who relocates from New York to Nashville. The character...
Andon Labs Opens AI‑Run Retail Store in San Francisco, Giving Bot Luna $100K Autonomy
Andon Labs launched Andon Market, a boutique store in San Francisco’s Cow Hollow, handing AI bot Luna $100,000, a credit card and a three‑year lease to run daily operations. The experiment puts an autonomous AI in charge of hiring, inventory and...
PG&E Integrates Tesla Cybertrucks Into Bidirectional EV Program
PG&E adds Tesla Cybertrucks to bidirectional EV program #energysky -- via Solar Power World: https://t.co/ca2qIXecdF
Peloton SCA Dismissed: Product Safety Allegations and D&O Exposure
Peloton Interactive successfully had a securities class action alleging product‑safety misstatements dismissed by the Eastern District of New York. The plaintiffs claimed the company concealed defects in bike seat posts and misled investors about recall exposure, but the court found...
LMU Researchers Stabilize Perovskite Quantum Dots and Achieve Sub‑Unit‑Cell Growth Control
A team at Ludwig‑Maximilians‑Universität München, led by Dr. Quinten Akkerman, has demonstrated a thin‑film Gemini‑ligand chemistry that stabilizes perovskite quantum dots in polar solvents and a multi‑step injection method that controls their growth with sub‑unit‑cell precision. The breakthroughs address long‑standing...
Three Vessels, Including Iranian Ship, Attempt Hormuz Passage
Three Ships Including an Iranian Vessel Attempt Hormuz Transits. Two cargo ships and a tanker. https://t.co/IsqvgCzJb8
QVC Group Files for Bankruptcy, Highlighting Amazon Prime and TikTok Shop Dominance
QVC Group Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to restructure roughly $5 billion of debt, aiming to shed up to 80% of its $6.6 billion liabilities. The filing spotlights the accelerating migration of consumers from televised home‑shopping to Amazon Prime and...
Scientists Load Complete Hepatitis‑D Genome Onto IBM’s 156‑Qubit Quantum Processor
Teams from the Wellcome Sanger Institute, Oxford, Cambridge and Melbourne have encoded the entire 1,700‑base‑pair hepatitis‑D virus genome onto IBM’s 156‑qubit Heron quantum processor. The proof‑of‑concept demonstrates a pathway to quantum‑accelerated genomics, with researchers eyeing future speedups of up to...
Amazon Adds up to $25 B to Anthropic, Deepening AI Rivalry
Amazon announced an additional investment of up to $25 billion in Anthropic, with an immediate $5 billion tranche and up to $20 billion tied to performance milestones. The deal brings Amazon’s total potential stake to roughly $33 billion and obligates Anthropic to spend $100 billion...
Fashion Retailer Quince Tops Podcast Ad Spending, Sports and Comedy Dominate Genre Placements in March
Fashion retailer Quince led March 2026 podcast advertising with an estimated $6.57 million spend, primarily on comedy programs. BetterHelp, Amazon, Meta, and T‑Mobile rounded out the top five, each allocating roughly $5‑6 million, with a strong preference for sports podcasts. Magellan AI’s...
Björk Sigurgísladóttir: Financial Supervision From the Perspective of the Deputy Governor for Financial Supervision
The Central Bank of Iceland used its 2025 Financial Supervision Day to detail a risk‑based supervisory agenda that emphasized systemically important firms, pension‑insurance distribution practices and a surge in payment‑fraud incidents. Over ISK 1 billion (≈$7.2 million) was moved in fraudulent transfers between...
Affordable Housing Completed at 5407 S. Carlton Ave. In South L.A.
Abode Communities has completed The Carlton, a four‑story affordable housing complex at 5407 S. Western Avenue in South Los Angeles. The 51,000‑square‑foot building offers 60 studio, one‑ and two‑bedroom units for transitional‑age youth experiencing homelessness and low‑income families. Financing relied on...
IATA Expands Presence in Central Asia with New Uzbekistan Office and BSP Launch
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has opened a new office in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and announced the upcoming launch of its Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) in the country. The move aims to boost aviation safety, operational efficiency, and financial...