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The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Enforcement Director, David Miller, will announce the agency’s 2026 enforcement priorities and discuss insider trading risks in prediction markets at a Program on Corporate Compliance and Enforcement (PCCE) event on March 31, 2026. The fireside chat, moderated by PCCE Executive Director Joseph Facciponti, will include a live Q&A and a post‑event reception. Attendees must pre‑register, and the session offers one NY CLE credit. The venue is NYU Law’s Greenberg Lounge, and the event is nearing capacity.
Zohran Mamdani’s administration filed an appeal to the state’s highest court challenging the City Council’s authority to expand the CityFHEPS housing voucher program. The appeal contradicts Mamdani’s 2023 campaign promise to broaden vouchers, which currently serve 68,000 households and cost...
Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is offering deep discounts on gaming hardware and titles across Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC platforms. Switch 2 accessories like the ProCase carrying case are under $10, while the Samsung P9 Express 256 GB microSD card...
The FTC sent a warning letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook alleging that Apple News may favor left‑leaning outlets and suppress conservative sources, raising possible Section 5 violations under the FTC Act. The move comes as critics push to repeal the...
ABC’s flagship drama Grey’s Anatomy will bid farewell to long‑time cast members Kevin McKidd (Owen Hunt) and Kim Raver (Teddy Altman) in the May 7, 2026 Season 22 finale. The departures close a decade‑long storyline that anchored the show’s medical‑romantic arcs. In parallel,...
In this episode of The Debrief, senior editor Diana Pearl explains why European luxury houses are in a slump while American brands like Coach, Ralph Lauren, and Tory Burch are thriving. She argues that U.S. brands succeeded by refocusing on...
A secondary analysis of a Danish year‑long trial examined 193 adults on the GLP‑1 agonist liraglutide with or without a structured aerobic exercise program. Participants first lost an average of 29 pounds on a very‑low‑calorie diet, then were assigned to four...
The federal court in Denver has taken a firm stance against careless use of generative AI in litigation. In the defamation suit Coomer v. Lindell, Judge Nina Wang issued an Order on Post‑Trial Motions compelling the defense to show cause...
NACS president and CEO Frank Gleeson says the convenience‑store sector is shedding its fuel‑and‑tobacco identity in favor of a food‑centric, digitally connected model. He notes that foodservice has become the primary growth engine, while loyalty programs, personalization and enhanced customer...
Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet has opened AP House Miami, a 7,300‑sq‑ft experiential retail space on Miami Beach. Designed with Miami‑based Studio DADO, the venue blends natural materials and bluish tones to echo the brand’s Le Brassus headquarters. The concept features lounges, a mini museum of...
The episode revisits former OmniTalk co‑host Carter Jensen, who now leads The Uncommon Business, a startup helping brands navigate AI. The hosts dissect Amazon’s expanded Shop Direct program, which now ingests third‑party product feeds and lets shoppers buy directly via...
Canadian Tire and WestJet have launched a joint loyalty program that links the retailer’s Triangle Rewards with WestJet Rewards. Members can earn Canadian Tire Money and WestJet points simultaneously on purchases at Canadian Tire, SportChek, Mark’s and on WestJet flight...
Riot Games has revived its PC Bang VAL Pieces promotion for VALORANT in South Korea, running roughly six weeks until April 28, 2026. The campaign awards 100 VAL Pieces for signing up, 10 pieces for every ten minutes of play at...
Ontario and the federal government will suspend the 13% HST on qualifying new homes for one year starting April 1, 2026. The cut applies fully to homes priced at or below $1 M CAD (about $0.75 M USD) and tapers to a $24 k rebate...
The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) reported that limited resources and duplicated review steps have crippled the IRS’s partnership audit initiatives. A soft‑letter campaign to 483 large partnerships generated few usable responses, and the Large Partnership Compliance program...
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced the Long‑term Enhanced ACO Design (LEAD) program, which will begin in January 2027 and pay participating physicians incentives to prevent falls among frail seniors and disabled adults. LEAD uses fixed episode payments...
In its March 17 shareholder letter, Chubb CEO Evan Greenberg labeled managing general agents (MGAs) a "bad bet" and unveiled a four‑year plan to automate roughly 85% of underwriting and claims. The initiative includes cutting about 8,600 positions and targeting...
Routine K‑12 decisions—parent notifications, staff speech, student support—are increasingly being framed as federal constitutional claims under the First and Fourteenth Amendments and Title IX. Since 2022 courts have lowered the escalation threshold, allowing ordinary disputes to become multi‑dimensional federal cases with...
South African composer Lebo M, famed for the opening chant in Disney’s The Lion King, has sued Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi for allegedly misrepresenting the song’s meaning on a podcast and in a stand‑up routine. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles federal court, claims the...
Australia is consulting on new rules that would allow a temporary, roughly 30‑day delay in publicly disclosing serious cyber‑attacks on critical‑infrastructure operators, including ASX‑listed firms. The proposal aims to give entities time to mitigate threats without compromising national security or...
EA Sports’ FIFA 26 introduces a Top Scorer Evolution for Ultimate Team, allowing players to boost a chosen card’s overall rating by one point and add significant stat upgrades. The evolution has two upgrade levels, each requiring two Squad Battles on...
Australian streaming service Stan announced the six‑part crime drama Two Birds, starring BAFTA‑winner Sheridan Smith alongside Judy Davis and Stephen Peacocke. The series is a co‑production with UK broadcaster ITV and will be filmed on location in Western Australia, marking...
Figure 03, an autonomous robot developed by Figure AI, can sort a package every four seconds with 95 % barcode‑scan accuracy, handling soft bags, padded envelopes and rigid boxes without human guidance. Backed by OpenAI, Microsoft, NVIDIA and Jeff Bezos, the system—named Helix—combines...
A new economic impact study outlines two mixed‑use redevelopment concepts for Cleveland’s Burke Lakefront Airport, aligning with Mayor Justin Bibb’s plan to close the city‑run facility. The proposals estimate a $600‑$700 million investment and forecast roughly $2.6‑$2.7 million in annual city tax...
Cisco disclosed four vulnerabilities in its widely deployed Catalyst 9300 series switches, two of which (CVE‑2026‑20114 and CVE‑2026‑20110) can be chained to elevate a low‑privilege Lobby Ambassador account into maintenance mode, effectively causing a denial‑of‑service outage. The chain requires only...
Criminals can now purchase AI‑enabled identity‑fraud kits for under $300, combining stolen personal data, synthetic‑material printers and deep‑fake software to bypass bank KYC checks in minutes. Demonstrations at the 2026 RSAC conference showed tools like ProKYC feeding fabricated videos into...
The Supreme Court heard arguments on a challenge to allowing states to count mail‑in ballots for up to five days after an election, with the majority expressing skepticism about the necessity of the extension. The Court also unanimously ruled that...
The U.S. Department of Transportation has finally released the $1.05 billion federal grant earmarked for the long‑awaited replacement of the Blatnik Bridge linking Superior, Wisconsin, and Duluth, Minnesota. The 63‑year‑old span, limited to 40‑ton loads, carries roughly 33,000 vehicles daily and...
State Farm will relocate 13,000 Bloomington employees to its Corporate South campus by the end of 2027, citing that its current headquarters occupies roughly twice the space needed. The move is part of a broader effort to trim excess real‑estate...
The United States reinstated a comprehensive oil embargo on Cuba in early 2026, cutting off the island’s access to refined gasoline and diesel. With fuel stations shuttered, Cuban motorists have turned to a patchwork of improvisations that date back to...
SHUEISHA GAMES will demo two upcoming PC titles, ATMOSFAR and Schrödinger’s Call, at PAX East in Boston starting March 26, 2026. ATMOSFAR is a cooperative exploration game for up to four players set on floating islands, slated for Steam Early Access...
The FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) released its FY 25 Drug Quality Sampling and Testing results, showing that the vast majority of tested pharmaceuticals met USP specifications. The program uses a risk‑based, data‑driven approach introduced in 2018 to...
Johnny Carino’s launched a next‑generation prototype in Laredo, Texas, featuring a 6,000‑square‑foot modern Italian dining space with an open kitchen, expansive bar and outdoor patio. The design emphasizes a "polished everyday" vibe, highlighted by a red Vespa centerpiece and multiple...
Family law covers divorce, separation, child custody, support, and adoption, each with distinct legal pathways. Engaging attorneys who understand local court rules can trim expenses and ease procedural stress. Distinguishing divorce from separation enables clients to select the appropriate legal...
Netmarble has rolled out a major content update for its dark‑fantasy MMORPG RAVEN2, introducing the Walthen Empire region with four new zones and 14 hunting grounds. The patch also adds a new field boss, Vargas the Burning Hatred, and launches...
Torsten Slok warns that roughly $14 trillion of intermodal (IG) capacity will hit the market over the next two years, driven by a wave of new rail, truck and terminal assets. The surge could outpace demand, creating excess supply in freight...
Twin Peaks franchisee Avalanche Food Group opened a dedicated cigar bar at its Shenandoah, Texas restaurant, blending the chain’s casual‑dining vibe with a premium lounge experience. The intimate space seats six at the bar and 20 in the lounge, plus...
HFMA’s "Lead Now" initiative capitalized on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025, driving unprecedented growth and engagement across the healthcare finance sector. Membership surged to over 145,000—the highest in its 80‑year history—while more than 1,080 volunteers delivered 197,000...
no crimson desert holds your hand too much tbh. and sometimes in the wrong way. there’s a boss fight that starts with a tutorial for a move that you were already taught in the early game, but is pointless during...
One thing that really makes the in-person summits we run at STAT so amazing: the people in the room. Here's what happened when we asked some of them for the last big breakthrough they saw. Featuring: the infectious @DrBlytheAdamson, genomcis pioneer...
Red Bull Wololo: Londinium has sold out ahead of its April 1‑6 tournament, culminating in a grand final at London’s Royal Albert Hall. The eighth edition will feature Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition and Age of Empires IV with a combined $250,000...
Here's an exit interview I did with @RockyCOfficial about coming to terms with leaving the "NCIS" cast after 18 years... ‘NCIS’ Shocker: Rocky Carroll Tells All on His Unexpected [SPOILER] and Playing Director Vance for Nearly Two Decades https://t.co/BT7Iuk6wMk via...
The market monitor filed this complaint 4 months ago. Incredibly fast turn-around from FERC. Other complaints -- particularly about transmission rates and planning -- have been sitting for years.
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products announced a new "Lord of the Rings" 25th‑anniversary collection, debuting on WBShop.com. The first wave features soft shell jackets, hoodies, graphic tees, oversized shirts, crew‑neck sweatshirts, and matte‑finish tumblers. Each item bears the anniversary...
Houston is expecting a 16% jump in outpatient patient visits by 2029. New MOB construction under way? Less than 1% of existing supply. What little is being built is already spoken for: roughly 80% of that space is preleased before...
Exclusive: Tesla in talks with Chinese firms to buy $2.9 billion worth of solar equipment, sources say No "overcapacity" here.... https://t.co/XUURdFhf32
Citigroup’s Mortgage Loan Trust issued a $1 billion residential mortgage‑backed securities (RMBS) transaction, CMLTI 2026‑RP1, backed by seasoned loans originated in 2019 or earlier. The pool shows strong performance, with 90.3% of loans maintaining a clean payment history and a low delinquency...
Rithum’s new study of 1,046 U.S. and U.K. shoppers shows that 58% of consumers blame retailers when AI‑generated product recommendations contain errors, and 16% would abandon a purchase after a bad suggestion. In the U.K., 70% have used AI tools...
A Senate investigation led by Sen. Ron Johnson uncovered that federal health officials identified a statistically significant ischemic stroke risk associated with the Pfizer COVID‑19 booster for adults 65 and older as early as November 2022. Internal HHS records show...
At the ACS Spring 2026 meeting in Atlanta, the Medicinal Chemistry division unveiled six new drug candidates transitioning from discovery to clinical testing. The molecules, presented by researchers from Biohaven, Bristol Myers Squibb, Regor Therapeutics, Olema Oncology, FoRx Therapeutics, and Iambic Therapeutics,...
