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The Pennsylvania House approved House Bill 1834 by a 104‑95 vote, directing the state Public Utility Commission to create temporary and permanent regulations for commercial data centers. The bill blocks utilities from passing data‑center‑related infrastructure and grid costs onto residential customers and mandates clean‑energy procurement, starting at 10% in 2027 and rising to 32% by 2035. Lawmakers argue the measure shields ratepayers as AI‑driven data center growth threatens electricity rates, while Republicans contend it fails to encourage new power generation. The legislation targets roughly 101 existing and 54 proposed data centers across the Commonwealth.
Nordic Game 2026, held May 26‑29 in Malmö, unveiled a star‑studded speaker roster that includes Wishfully’s Adam Stjärnljus and Klas Eriksson, Raw Fury’s Juliette Auverny‑Bennetot, and DICE’s Anna Norrevik. The conference also launches its first AI Track, featuring talks on human‑led...
Internet services in the Philippines have become markedly cheaper, with mobile data dropping from over 2 % of gross national income per capita in the mid‑2010s to under 1 % today. Fixed broadband speeds have surged from single‑digit megabits in 2016 to...
Private ownership can be an edge in freight. On Talking Transports, I speak with Jarrett CEO Mike Jarrett about staying debt-free, focusing on culture, navigating market volatility & why tech supports — not replaces — relationships. 🎧 Listen to Episode 131...
Pension funds and life insurers significantly increased their holdings of mortgage‑backed securities in the fourth quarter. The shift reflects a search for higher yields as Treasury rates stay low and the MBS market offers relatively attractive risk‑adjusted returns. Meanwhile, policy...
On 23 March 2026 the FCA unveiled a dedicated webpage outlining upcoming rules and guidance to curb non‑financial misconduct (NFM) such as bullying, harassment and violence. A new COCON 1.1.7FR rule will extend conduct‑rule coverage to work‑related NFM, while updated Fit‑and‑Proper (FIT)...
The U.S. property‑casualty (P/C) sector posted a $61 billion underwriting gain in 2025, nearly three times the $22 billion recorded in 2024. A stronger combined ratio of 92.6% and a 6% rise in net premiums earned reflected disciplined underwriting and improved pricing...
Meliá Hotels International announced a five‑hotel expansion in Tunisia, targeting roughly 3,000 rooms by 2030. The first 307‑room Meliá Hotels & Resorts property will open in Mahdia later this year, followed by hotels in Tabarka, Monastir, Djerba and Tunis City...
In this episode of the Wireless Threat Series, Adrian Sanabria and John Bundy examine the security and privacy implications of modern smart glasses, tracing their evolution from Google Glass to today's Meta Ray‑Ban and Oakley models. They categorize smart glasses...
Kylie Jenner has put her Hidden Hills estate on the market for $20.25 million, a property she bought for more than $12 million in 2016 during a four‑home buying spree. The 13,200‑sq‑ft residence, featuring a resort‑style pool and home cinema, was her...
Barclays is scaling back its asset‑based lending to smaller borrowers after taking losses from the collapses of Market Financial Solutions (MFS) and Tricolor Holdings. The bank is redirecting capital toward larger corporate loans and securitizations, and has raised pricing on...
A Florida federal judge affirmed FINRA's $133 million arbitration award against Stifel, ending the firm's year‑long effort to overturn the penalty. The award relates to former broker Chuck Roberts' unsuitable structured‑note sales that harmed the Jannetti family, who originally sought $5 million....
If you’re guessing on deals… you’re already losing them Every deal comes down to 4 things: - seller motivation - condition - value - rent Miss one, and you’re just hoping it works Comment “DEAL” if you’re trying to get your first one #realestateinvesting #wholesalinghouses #offmarketdeals #realestatetips #realestatebeginner
Mandel AI, a Y Combinator‑backed startup, secured $3.9 million in seed funding to launch an AI‑driven supply‑chain coordinator. The platform sits atop existing email and ERP systems, using specialized agents to read supplier messages, reconcile purchase orders and invoices, and act...
A recent case study in the American Journal of Stem Cells reports two healthy live births—one at age 45 and another at 47—using the women’s own eggs after an experimental ovarian rejuvenation protocol. The treatment blends autologous adipose‑derived stem cells...
The European Space for Sustainability Award, backed by ESA, EISC and ESPI, is now accepting entries from European students and young professionals aged 18‑30. Participants must submit a poster by 3 May 2026 and, if shortlisted, a detailed report by 21 June 2026. Winners...
A Choice Hotels International survey of 2,142 U.S. adults shows that trust, transparency, and rewards now eclipse price as the primary factors influencing hotel selection. Eighty‑three percent of respondents say trust determines perceived value, while 64% prioritize loyalty rewards. Hidden...
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has opened its annual call for nominations for member advancement, inviting the aerospace community to recognize peers who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and contributions. Eligible candidates include those who have significantly impacted...
Intuitive Machines secured its fifth NASA contract, a $180.4 million award to launch the upgraded Nova‑D lunar lander near the Moon’s south pole. The mission, designated IM‑5, will target Mons Malapert, a ridge offering continuous Earth visibility and stable illumination, making...
Hostile drones are increasingly using commercial mobile networks, embedding cheap consumer SIMs to blend with legitimate traffic and bypass line‑of‑sight limits. The European Commission’s Action Plan on Drone and Counter‑Drone Security urges precise, proportionate defenses, emphasizing targeted, device‑level interventions over...
Cool, cool, cool... "At least 40% of Russia's oil export capacity is at a halt following Ukrainian drone attacks, a disputed attack on a major pipeline and the seizure of tankers ... the most severe oil supply disruption in the modern...
The Supreme Court upheld Maharashtra’s right to withdraw electricity duty exemptions for captive power plants, overturning a 2009 Bombay High Court decision. The court validated state notifications from April 2000 and April 2001 but delayed implementation for one year to give firms...
Verisk’s latest data shows U.S. catastrophe losses fell sharply in 2025, dropping roughly 30% to about $5.5 billion. The decline propelled the domestic property‑casualty market into a net underwriting gain of roughly $1.2 billion, reversing a multi‑year loss trend. Analysts attribute the...
UKHospitality warns that a 5% tourist levy on overnight stays could wipe out roughly 33,000 hospitality jobs, according to a new report. The modelling, assuming the levy is in place by 2030, predicts a $2.75 billion drop in UK GDP, a...
NOAA’s Office of Space Commerce unveiled a proposal for an opt‑in Space Commerce Certification to streamline approval of novel on‑orbit activities such as satellite servicing, in‑space manufacturing, and lunar stations. The framework would coordinate existing agency approvals, applying a light‑touch...
Telecom operator A1 Belarus has rolled out a new 10 GB data roaming package for customers traveling across 14 Eastern European and nearby countries. The offering is available as a one‑off monthly bundle and as a recurring subscription, targeting both consumer...
U.S. trucking fleets are still lagging behind top performers, with many averaging 6 mpg while leaders like Mesilla Valley Transportation achieve 10 mpg or higher. Aerodynamic drag—responsible for roughly half of highway fuel consumption—offers the biggest upside, especially through gap‑reduction, under‑body panels,...
Rostelecom announced that, under the second stage of Russia’s federal digital‑divide programme, it has extended GSM and LTE mobile coverage to 1.8 million residents across 7,881 villages. The rollout, carried out with its subsidiary T2, began with the first base station...
The 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland is a new electric crossover that blends wagon styling with SUV ground clearance. It comes with a single 375‑hp dual‑motor AWD powertrain and a 67 kWh battery delivering an EPA‑rated 260‑mile range (281 miles without all‑terrain...
Hideo Kojima directed Death Stranding 2 to boost story completion, trimming elaborate world‑building after player feedback on the first title. Lead designer Hiraoki Yoshiike confirmed the team streamlined narrative cues so casual players could finish without getting lost, while still rewarding...
European commercial‑real‑estate markets posted solid Q4 performance, with total asset values rising and transaction volumes up, according to INREV data. However, the INREV sentiment index fell for the first time this year, reflecting heightened geopolitical risk from the Ukraine war,...
Aaron Glasserman argues that China rejects traditional spheres of influence, favoring global economic integration over territorial domination. While Beijing opposes foreign powers encroaching on its sovereignty, it avoids costly military enforcement of exclusive regional control. Instead, China leverages trade, investment,...
In this episode, Dr. Jen Gunter discusses her new birth guide, emphasizing the importance of informed, autonomous decision‑making throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum care. She critiques outdated medical lore and highlights how misinformation, legal restrictions, and institutional biases—such as those...
Ericsson has entered a research partnership with Germany's Juelich Research Center to develop artificial‑intelligence models that improve core network operations, network management and the next generation of Radio Access Networks. The collaboration will explore AI techniques for faster execution, scalability...
American Airlines has upgraded its digital platform to provide real-time explanations for flight delays and cancellations via its mobile app and website. The enhancement integrates self‑service tools that let passengers instantly rebook, track baggage, and claim vouchers, all within a...
Advanced packaging is reshaping the semiconductor sector by enabling higher transistor density and heterogeneous integration through 2.5D, 3D, and fan‑out wafer‑level techniques. The global market is projected to exceed $30 billion by 2028, driven by demand for AI, high‑performance computing, and...
The U.S. House passed H.R. 2247, the Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act, allowing pilots to present FAA‑issued airman and medical certificates digitally or on paper during inspections. The legislation mandates the FAA to develop authentication methods and issue a final rule...
Toronto‑based Beachman Motor Co. assembles all‑electric, retro‑styled motorcycles using mostly Chinese‑made components, employing about a dozen staff in a scaled‑down plant. The flagship Beachman ’64 retails for roughly $4,400 USD and targets urban commuters seeking a simple, design‑forward ride. After a...
Mexican casual‑dining chain Wahaba has hired placemaking firm P‑Three to accelerate its UK expansion, targeting one to two new restaurants each year. The group plans to add sites in Cambridge, Manchester, Glasgow, Birmingham and several London locations, investing roughly £1 million‑£1.5 million...
𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 “𝗕𝘂𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘄, 𝗣𝗮𝘆 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿” 🇿🇦 South African fintech Happy Pay has raised $5 million in seed funding, in a round led by global venture capital firm Partech, 𝗮𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀...
The hottest home price growth period was 1943-1947, with no bubble crash afterward, and 1977-1979 had even hotter price increases than during Covid, also without a bubble crash. If people bothered to read books instead of burning them, they would...
Early-stage liver cancer survival hinges on timely diagnosis, yet ultrasound and AFP tests miss many cases. Helio Genomics has introduced the HelioLiver blood test, a multi‑analyte cfDNA and protein assay that flags tumor‑associated epigenetic signals earlier than imaging. A new...
Markets don’t really care who controls the Strait of Hormuz as long as the oil starts to flow again — “give markets what they want” doesn’t necessarily mean a US win.
Meanwhile in Russia. I’m starting to feel like the “special military operation” to take Kyiv in three days in February 2022 isn’t going very well. https://t.co/b9iO0ZcVsI
Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is offering steep discounts on a range of smart‑home gear, with prices slashed up to 57 percent. Flagship bundles such as the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus with Floodlight Cam are now $164.99, half their original price,...
See this for just 1 of the TAD trials from recent @psybalazs and @QuantPsychiatry comparative analysis. 1 of several deck stacks favoring TADs. This trial reported a surprising -15.2 HAM-D drop with venlafaxine. Not so surprising when you look closer......
UK businesses face a jump of up to 80% in gas bills on Iran war https://t.co/THZNalojSw via @EamonFarhat https://t.co/vr4PvVdKFc
Copper down 10% this month. Gold at $4,550+. Same planet. Completely different signals. One screams recession. One screams fear. $CPER $GLD https://t.co/kChEJn36lH
Today at #CableNextGen Comcast's network chief Elad Nafshi said that AI data on the company's network today is: text=97.1% images=2.6% videos=0.3% This is all noteworthy amid the collapse of OpenAI's Sora video generator app: https://t.co/9dkJoqn3VY https://t.co/hwXpM3TwfH
