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Assessing Evidence for MTM Quality Measure Development: A Scoping Review
NewsMar 6, 2026

Assessing Evidence for MTM Quality Measure Development: A Scoping Review

A scoping review examined literature linking Medicare Part D medication therapy management (MTM) services to health outcomes to inform a potential new quality measure. From 424 screened articles, only 27 met inclusion criteria, and GRADE assessment found high risk of bias,...

By AJMC (The American Journal of Managed Care)
U.S. Navy to Christen Future USNS Hector A. Cafferata Jr.
NewsMar 6, 2026

U.S. Navy to Christen Future USNS Hector A. Cafferata Jr.

The U.S. Navy will christen USNS Hector A. Cafferata Jr., the final Expeditionary Sea Base (ESB‑8), on March 7, 2026 at General Dynamics NASSCO in San Diego. The ship honors Marine Corps Reserve Pvt. Hector Cafferata Jr., a Korean War Medal of Honor hero. Senior...

By U.S. Navy – News
Florida House Passes Bill to Relaunch mDL Program
NewsMar 6, 2026

Florida House Passes Bill to Relaunch mDL Program

Florida’s House of Representatives approved HB 543, a sweeping transportation package that includes provisions to revive the state’s mobile driver’s license (mDL) program. The bill, passed 107‑1, introduces strict data‑privacy safeguards, limiting how businesses can use digital ID information and requiring...

By Biometric Update
Quentin Rigaux’s ‘Cosmo Princess’ Blends Vintage Anime And French Animation Traditions With A Sci-Fi Story
NewsMar 6, 2026

Quentin Rigaux’s ‘Cosmo Princess’ Blends Vintage Anime And French Animation Traditions With A Sci-Fi Story

Quentin Rigaux’s first feature, *Cosmo Princess*, is a 90‑minute 2‑D sci‑fi family film that fuses 1970s‑80s anime aesthetics with classic French animation influences. The project is being shepherded by Academy Award‑winning producer Ron Dyens of *Flow* and debuted at the 2026...

By Cartoon Brew
Video Panel: The Battle for Your TV Screen: Who Controls the Future of TVOS?
NewsMar 6, 2026

Video Panel: The Battle for Your TV Screen: Who Controls the Future of TVOS?

The Next TMT Talks panel examined how connected‑TV operating systems have become the primary gateway for streaming content, advertising, and data collection. Panelists from The Trade Desk’s Ventura TVOS, Whale TV, and ViewLift discussed their strategies to challenge incumbent platforms and capture...

By Media Play News
The School Bus Is Unleashed in Wreckfest 2's Latest Update, Which Also Introduces Car Upgrades and Waypoint Races
NewsMar 6, 2026

The School Bus Is Unleashed in Wreckfest 2's Latest Update, Which Also Introduces Car Upgrades and Waypoint Races

Early-access Wreckfest 2’s sixth update introduces a school bus, two new cars and fresh race modes. The bus joins the roster of special vehicles alongside the Hurricane muscle car and the lightweight Nami sports model. Players can now compete in waypoint...

By Rock Paper Shotgun
The Friday Checkout: Grocery Outlet’s ‘Unacceptable’ Q4 Is a Lesson in Staying Focused on Price
NewsMar 6, 2026

The Friday Checkout: Grocery Outlet’s ‘Unacceptable’ Q4 Is a Lesson in Staying Focused on Price

Grocery Outlet’s fourth‑quarter results fell short as the discounter shifted focus to expanding its assortment, neglecting the core price perception that drives its customers. Comparable‑store sales slipped nearly 1%, and the company posted a $235 million operating loss and a $218 million...

By Grocery Dive
WWE 2K26 Codes March 2026 - All Locker Codes
NewsMar 6, 2026

WWE 2K26 Codes March 2026 - All Locker Codes

2K has released the latest WWE 2K26 locker codes, highlighted by the new BSTINTWRLD26 code that grants an Aftershock Series I Basic Pack and a Momentum Series I Basic Pack. The codes can be redeemed directly from the game’s main menu, simplifying the...

By PCGamesN
Publishers File Suit Against Notorious Pirate Site Anna’s Archive
NewsMar 6, 2026

Publishers File Suit Against Notorious Pirate Site Anna’s Archive

Thirteen leading U.S. publishers, represented by the Association of American Publishers, have filed a federal lawsuit against the pirate site Anna’s Archive, accusing it of copying and distributing millions of copyrighted books and journal articles. The complaint alleges the site...

By Association of American Publishers – News
Consumer Pressures Are Driving Footwear Sales at These Two Channels
NewsMar 6, 2026

Consumer Pressures Are Driving Footwear Sales at These Two Channels

Consumers facing tighter budgets are turning to thrift stores and warehouse clubs for footwear, driving notable sales growth in both channels. Middle‑income and younger shoppers seek unique, affordable sneakers, while weight‑loss drugs like GLP‑1 have spurred size changes and increased...

By Footwear News
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Announces Upcoming Debut of Lusso Lounge
NewsMar 6, 2026

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Announces Upcoming Debut of Lusso Lounge

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas will launch Lusso Lounge, a 10,000‑square‑foot executive lounge and collaborative business environment, in Q4 2026. The space sits on the third floor of the newly renovated convention center, part of a $188 million transformation announced in 2024....

By Lodging Magazine
Canada and CSL Seqirus – a Global Leader in Influenza Vaccines, Agree on New Pandemic Preparedness Contract
NewsMar 6, 2026

Canada and CSL Seqirus – a Global Leader in Influenza Vaccines, Agree on New Pandemic Preparedness Contract

Canada’s Public Health Agency has signed a new agreement with CSL Seqirus to provide millions of doses of adjuvanted cell‑based influenza vaccine in the event of a WHO‑declared pandemic. The contract replaces a previous egg‑based arrangement and builds on the...

By BIOTECanada
Google Contacts Advertisers with a Mandatory EU Political Ads Deadline
NewsMar 6, 2026

Google Contacts Advertisers with a Mandatory EU Political Ads Deadline

Google is emailing all advertisers to certify whether their active campaigns contain EU political ads, with a non‑negotiable deadline of March 31 2026. The new EU regulation forces Google to verify political‑ad status across every campaign, and failure to comply could result...

By Search Engine Land
Sevio Releases 2025 Programmatic Monetization Performance Report for Financial Audience Publishers
NewsMar 6, 2026

Sevio Releases 2025 Programmatic Monetization Performance Report for Financial Audience Publishers

Sevio released its 2025 State of Financial Publishers report, analyzing programmatic monetization across 4.14 billion impressions from sites ranging from 1,900 to 95.1 million monthly visitors in eight countries. The data shows revenue growth stemmed from higher monetization per impression rather than...

By Ad Tech Daily
Pokémon Pokopia Mysterious Feathers Guide
NewsMar 6, 2026

Pokémon Pokopia Mysterious Feathers Guide

Pokémon Pokopia’s mysterious feathers are a two‑type collectible—silver from Lugia and rainbow from Ho‑Oh—each linked to specific in‑game weather conditions. Lugia drops silver feathers during rainy or cloudy skies, while Ho‑Oh provides rainbow feathers only on sunny days, and both...

By Pocket Tactics
Cardiology Now Has More than 200 FDA-Cleared AI Algorithms
NewsMar 6, 2026

Cardiology Now Has More than 200 FDA-Cleared AI Algorithms

An updated FDA registry shows cardiology now hosts more than 200 cleared AI algorithms, including 140 directly listed under the specialty and an additional 63 imaging‑focused tools. The total number of FDA‑cleared clinical AI applications reached 1,451, with radiology still...

By Cardiovascular Business
Wavelength Podcast: Episode 100. War Risk, Rates and Bad Planning?
NewsMar 6, 2026

Wavelength Podcast: Episode 100. War Risk, Rates and Bad Planning?

Episode 100 of TradeWinds' Wavelength podcast examines the shipping fallout from the US‑Israel attacks on Iran and the broader Operation Epic Fury. It details how the conflict has driven VLCC day rates toward record levels and sparked debate over war‑risk insurance coverage in...

By TradeWinds
After Florida Charged People With Selling Insurance Licenses, 12 More Arrested
NewsMar 6, 2026

After Florida Charged People With Selling Insurance Licenses, 12 More Arrested

Florida authorities arrested 12 individuals linked to a scheme that sold insurance licenses through a fraudulent testing center in Miami. The operation, run by Rainier Miguel Salas’s D&R Financial Services, falsified Pearson VUE exams and provided pre‑licensing education. Salas previously...

By Insurance Journal
SVG Sit-Down: Midco Sports’ Andy Price and Craig DeWit on How the Dakotas-Based RSN Is Redefining Regional Sports Media
NewsMar 6, 2026

SVG Sit-Down: Midco Sports’ Andy Price and Craig DeWit on How the Dakotas-Based RSN Is Redefining Regional Sports Media

Midco Sports, a 95‑year‑old Upper Midwest technology firm, has turned its regional sports network into a national‑minded streaming platform, Midco Sports Plus, now reaching viewers in nine U.S. states. A new partnership with the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) brings...

By Sports Video Group (SVG)
The Consumer Stocks Primed to Be Big Winners From AI, According to Jefferies
NewsMar 6, 2026

The Consumer Stocks Primed to Be Big Winners From AI, According to Jefferies

Jefferies analysts argue that consumer companies embracing agentic AI will outpace rivals as algorithms prioritize product superiority, pricing and post‑purchase service. They highlight five stocks—Planet Fitness, Revolve Group, SharkNinja, YETI and Signet Jewelers—each with Jefferies price targets implying 60‑119% upside....

By CNBC – ETFs
How AI and Data Drive Compliance, Consistency and Scale
NewsMar 6, 2026

How AI and Data Drive Compliance, Consistency and Scale

Europe’s e‑commerce market remains fragmented by languages, tax regimes and platform‑specific rules, forcing brands to adopt sophisticated back‑office operations. Luke Elliott of Pattern highlights that AI and real‑time data are now essential for meeting compliance, maintaining consistency and scaling across...

By ChannelX (formerly Tamebay)
Markets/Coverages: Floodbase Expands Parametric Platform
NewsMar 6, 2026

Markets/Coverages: Floodbase Expands Parametric Platform

Floodbase has launched the Floodbase Quote API, a tool that automates parametric flood quoting for insurers and managing general agents. The API transforms traditionally manual, location‑by‑location pricing into instant, standardized quotes, allowing faster distribution to small and mid‑size commercial markets....

By Insurance Journal
Hosting Interviews for Podcasts, Panels and Social Media
NewsMar 6, 2026

Hosting Interviews for Podcasts, Panels and Social Media

The Journalism.co.uk two‑day online course, priced at £295 plus VAT, teaches podcast hosts, content creators, and corporate communicators modern interview techniques. Led by award‑winning journalist Paul Connolly, the program covers preparation, question crafting, emotional storytelling, and handling high‑pressure or trauma‑sensitive...

By Journalism.co.uk
Foodservice Packaging Institute Opens Applications for 2026 Foam Recycling Grant Program
NewsMar 6, 2026

Foodservice Packaging Institute Opens Applications for 2026 Foam Recycling Grant Program

The Foodservice Packaging Institute (FPI) has opened applications for its 2026 Foam Recycling Grant program, offering up to $50,000 to eligible material recovery facilities, curbside programs, and drop‑off sites. Since the program’s launch, more than 15 million residents have gained access...

By Recycling Today
Turbulent Insight Into Textile Fibre Shedding
NewsMar 6, 2026

Turbulent Insight Into Textile Fibre Shedding

Scientists from Chile and the UK have created a laboratory method that captures real‑time movement and deformation of individual textile fibres under washing‑like conditions. The technique reveals how yarn design, fabric structure and wash parameters affect fibre shedding. Tests show...

By Ecotextile News
FDA Clears AI-Enabled Cardiac MR Planning Technology From Philips
NewsMar 6, 2026

FDA Clears AI-Enabled Cardiac MR Planning Technology From Philips

Philips received FDA clearance for SmartHeart, an AI‑driven planning solution that automates cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) exam setup in under 30 seconds. The system configures 14 standard views, reduces patient breath‑holds by up to 75%, and embeds motion‑correction (Cardiac MoCo)...

By Cardiovascular Business
QT Imaging Names Renowned Breast Cancer Researcher as Medical Advisor
NewsMar 6, 2026

QT Imaging Names Renowned Breast Cancer Researcher as Medical Advisor

QT Imaging announced that Dr. Mary W. Yamashita, a leading breast imaging specialist, will serve as its medical advisor. In this capacity she will shape clinical interpretation standards, structured reporting frameworks, training architecture, and reader‑study design. Yamashita brings decades of...

By Imaging Technology News (ITN)
Why People on London Underground Escalators Stand on the Right – and Not the Left
NewsMar 6, 2026

Why People on London Underground Escalators Stand on the Right – and Not the Left

London commuters stand on the right side of tube escalators and walk on the left, a habit that seems opposite to road traffic rules. The practice originates from the first underground escalator installed at Earl’s Court in 1911, which featured...

By Time Out
Kobalt Inks Worldwide Sub Publishing and Admin Deal with the UK’s Sync Music Global
NewsMar 6, 2026

Kobalt Inks Worldwide Sub Publishing and Admin Deal with the UK’s Sync Music Global

UK‑based indie publisher Sync Music Global has entered a worldwide sub‑publishing and administration agreement with Kobalt. The deal gives Kobalt responsibility for global administration of Sync’s catalog and includes a joint venture to co‑sign writers and accelerate market expansion. Sync’s...

By Music Business Worldwide (MBW)
Hawaii’s Mauna Kea Beach Hotel in Names Miguel Soto Chef De Cuisine of Hau Tree Cantina
NewsMar 6, 2026

Hawaii’s Mauna Kea Beach Hotel in Names Miguel Soto Chef De Cuisine of Hau Tree Cantina

The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on Hawai‘i Island’s Kohala Coast has appointed Miguel Soto as Chef de Cuisine of its re‑imagined Hau Tree Cantina, shifting the beachfront venue toward contemporary regional Mexican cuisine. Soto, formerly sous chef at Four Seasons...

By FSR Magazine
STAT+: The FDA, Urged to Avoid Controversy, Creates a New Headache with Attack Against UniQure
NewsMar 6, 2026

STAT+: The FDA, Urged to Avoid Controversy, Creates a New Headache with Attack Against UniQure

The FDA staged a media call where an anonymous senior official publicly criticized UniQure’s experimental Huntington’s disease gene therapy. The official, identified only as a practicing hematology‑oncology professor, framed his comments as serving the public interest while hinting at personal...

By STAT (Biotech)
Riedel Communications Demos Product Innovations at 2026 NAB Show
NewsMar 6, 2026

Riedel Communications Demos Product Innovations at 2026 NAB Show

Riedel Communications showcased a suite of new products at the 2026 NAB Show, emphasizing simplified, scalable production workflows across video, audio, intercom, and networking. Highlights included the browser‑based hi human interface control system, the MediorNet HorizoN ST 2110 MultiViewer app,...

By Sports Video Group (SVG)
Federal Law Bars Cannabis as Treatment for Injured Worker
NewsMar 6, 2026

Federal Law Bars Cannabis as Treatment for Injured Worker

The U.S. Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that cannabis cannot be deemed a reasonable and necessary medical expense under the Longshore Harbor and Workers’ Compensation Act because it remains a Schedule I drug under federal law. The decision cites the...

By Business Insurance
New York State Does the Work on Behavioral Health Interoperability
NewsMar 6, 2026

New York State Does the Work on Behavioral Health Interoperability

New York State’s Office of Mental Health launched a hybrid semantic‑interoperability framework that leverages HL7 FHIR, SNOMED CT, ICD‑10 and the Gravity Project to unify data across 22 critical‑time‑intervention (CTI) teams. The solution reconciled six to seven disparate EMR sources, converting...

By Healthcare IT News (HIMSS Media)
The Quail Resort in California Names Brandon Bollenbacher Executive Chef
NewsMar 6, 2026

The Quail Resort in California Names Brandon Bollenbacher Executive Chef

The Quail Resort in Carmel Valley, California, has named Brandon Bollenbacher as its new Executive Chef. Bollenbacher arrives with more than 15 years of luxury hospitality experience, including leadership roles at Aman Resorts, Alila Hotels, and the Vespera Resort in...

By FSR Magazine
The Top 10 Worst Fighting Game Character Redesigns
NewsMar 6, 2026

The Top 10 Worst Fighting Game Character Redesigns

A recent video by MrTopTenList ranks the ten worst fighting‑game character redesigns, highlighting fan‑disliked changes in titles like Tekken 8, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, and Street Fighter 5. The list points out that even iconic fighters such as Paul Phoenix...

By EventHubs
EU Promises 48-Hour ‘Delaware’ Regime Won’t Lead to Boom in Bad Bosses
NewsMar 6, 2026

EU Promises 48-Hour ‘Delaware’ Regime Won’t Lead to Boom in Bad Bosses

The European Commission is set to unveil an EU‑wide “EU Inc.” regime that would allow companies to incorporate in just 48 hours outside the 27 national legal systems. Justice Commissioner Michael McGrath insists the framework will preserve existing labor protections,...

By Politico Europe – Technology
‘Please Keep Your Greed Limited:’ Marathon Players Slam Rewards Pass as Worst Value for Money
NewsMar 6, 2026

‘Please Keep Your Greed Limited:’ Marathon Players Slam Rewards Pass as Worst Value for Money

Marathon, Bungie's new PvP‑focused extraction shooter, includes a standard store and a premium rewards pass, but players deem the pass poor value. The $10 pass provides only one character skin, 25 weapon skins, and no Lux premium currency return, despite...

By Dot Esports
Suicideboys Sued in the UK by Rough Trade and Beggars Music over Alleged Unauthorized Sample (Report)
NewsMar 6, 2026

Suicideboys Sued in the UK by Rough Trade and Beggars Music over Alleged Unauthorized Sample (Report)

US hip‑hop duo $uicideboy$ faces a lawsuit in the UK after allegedly sampling composer Mica Levi’s BAFTA‑nominated score for the film Under the Skin without permission. The disputed track, “What the Fuck is Happening,” contains a 1‑minute‑23‑second excerpt of Levi’s...

By Music Business Worldwide (MBW)
Kroger Names 84.51° Chief to Oversee AI Efforts
NewsMar 6, 2026

Kroger Names 84.51° Chief to Oversee AI Efforts

Kroger has created a new chief data and AI officer role, appointing Milen Mahadevan, president of its 84.51° analytics unit, to lead the effort. Mahadevan will consolidate all data and AI teams under his oversight while continuing to run 84.51°....

By Grocery Dive
Three Upcoming Events: World Water Day, Earth Hour, Earth Day
NewsMar 6, 2026

Three Upcoming Events: World Water Day, Earth Hour, Earth Day

World Water Day on March 22 highlights the global water crisis, with Kalahari Resorts & Conventions reporting $12.3 million raised for clean‑water projects that have funded 1,476 initiatives and reached over 295,000 people in Africa. Earth Hour returns on March 28 for its...

By Green Lodging News
Where Winds Meet’s Hexi Expansion Is Out Now
NewsMar 6, 2026

Where Winds Meet’s Hexi Expansion Is Out Now

Everstone Studio has launched the Hexi expansion for Where Winds Meet via a free Home Afar update, adding a desert‑styled Hexi region accessed through the Hexi‑Jade Gate Pass. The update introduces new Mystic Skills such as Tai Chi and Moonleap Morph, a...

By GamingBolt
Women First: The Gulf’s New Healthcare Blueprint
NewsMar 6, 2026

Women First: The Gulf’s New Healthcare Blueprint

Nabta Health, a Dubai‑based startup, is scaling a women‑first preventive‑care platform across the UAE and the wider Middle East‑Africa region. The hybrid model combines a licensed physical clinic, a virtual network of clinicians and AI‑driven risk assessment, and a B2B...

By Pharmaceutical Technology (GlobalData)
Lucy Dickins Exiting WME After Transformative Run Leading Contemporary Music Division
NewsMar 6, 2026

Lucy Dickins Exiting WME After Transformative Run Leading Contemporary Music Division

Lucy Dickins is exiting WME after reshaping its contemporary music division in both the UK and US. During her tenure she revitalized the London office, led the Los Angeles team through the COVID‑19 disruption, and secured high‑profile signings such as...

By Billboard
Brightline Florida Hit with Another S&P Downgrade
NewsMar 6, 2026

Brightline Florida Hit with Another S&P Downgrade

Brightline Trains Florida LLC saw S&P Global Ratings downgrade its $2.2 billion Opco debt and $1.19 billion East bonds to CCC‑minus, deepening its junk‑status. The downgrade follows a series of rating cuts by KBRA and Fitch, all warning of a possible default...

By The Bond Buyer (municipal finance)
NTSB: Rain, a Missing Gasket, and a Rushed Preflight
NewsMar 6, 2026

NTSB: Rain, a Missing Gasket, and a Rushed Preflight

The NTSB concluded that a restored Grumman American GA‑7 crashed shortly after takeoff because water entered the fuel system through a missing rubber gasket on the right fuel cap, a defect that went undetected during both the aircraft’s annual inspection...

By AVweb
U.S. Army Sends Heavy-Armed Stryker Vehicles to South Korea
NewsMar 6, 2026

U.S. Army Sends Heavy-Armed Stryker Vehicles to South Korea

The U.S. Army has sent eight M1304 ICVVA1 Stryker infantry carrier vehicles, equipped with a 30 mm Medium Caliber Weapon System, to the port of Busan, South Korea, as part of a rotational deployment. The heavy‑armed variant provides greater firepower against...

By Defence Blog
Cloud Workflows Are Redefining Live Sports Production
NewsMar 6, 2026

Cloud Workflows Are Redefining Live Sports Production

Live sports broadcasters are moving core production to cloud workflows, replacing on‑site hardware with scalable, remote infrastructure. The shift reduces capital expense, improves agility, and supports the growing demand for multi‑language, regional, and platform‑specific feeds. Modern encoding, bandwidth, and latency...

By TV Tech (TVTechnology)
Mumbai - Ahmedabad High-Speed Line Costs Rise by 83%
NewsMar 6, 2026

Mumbai - Ahmedabad High-Speed Line Costs Rise by 83%

The Mumbai‑Ahmedabad high‑speed rail corridor’s budget has surged 83%, climbing to roughly Rs 2 trillion after land‑acquisition disputes inflated costs. Japan’s Official Development Assistance, which covered 81% of the original estimate, is unlikely to be extended, forcing India to tap its Consolidated...

By International Railway Journal