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Thursday Morning Conversation with Viasat CEO Mark Dankberg
NewsMar 4, 2026

Thursday Morning Conversation with Viasat CEO Mark Dankberg

Viasat CEO Mark Dankberg discussed the rollout of the ViaSat-3 constellation in a Thursday Morning Conversation with Via Satellite. The second ViaSat-3 satellite is set to enter service within weeks, with a third slated for a spring launch and later...

By Via Satellite
Traffic to Top Tech Publications Has Plummeted Since 2024, New Analysis Shows
NewsMar 4, 2026

Traffic to Top Tech Publications Has Plummeted Since 2024, New Analysis Shows

Organic search traffic to the United States' leading tech publications has plunged 58% since 2024, according to Growtika’s Ahrefs‑based analysis. Combined visits fell from a 2024 peak of 112 million to just 47 million in January 2026. The Verge suffered the steepest...

By Nieman Lab
Are Your Cost-Cutting Initiatives Actually Saving You Money?
NewsMar 4, 2026

Are Your Cost-Cutting Initiatives Actually Saving You Money?

Food manufacturers are feeling a sharp cost squeeze, with 78% reporting a 13% average rise in per‑product expenses. Common cost‑cutting tactics—deferring maintenance, slashing training budgets, and postponing visibility investments—often generate hidden expenses that outweigh the intended savings. The article argues...

By Food Industry Executive
Build a Rocket Boy Confirms More Layoffs Amid Further Claims of "Organized Espionage and Corporate Sabotage"
NewsMar 4, 2026

Build a Rocket Boy Confirms More Layoffs Amid Further Claims of "Organized Espionage and Corporate Sabotage"

Build a Rocket Boy announced another round of layoffs, citing organized espionage and corporate sabotage that hampered the launch of its latest title, MindsEye. CEO Mark Gerhard said an investigation with external partners has produced overwhelming evidence and is moving...

By GamesIndustry.biz
Center City's Largest Office Space Slated For Resi Conversion: The Philadelphia Deal Sheet
NewsMar 4, 2026

Center City's Largest Office Space Slated For Resi Conversion: The Philadelphia Deal Sheet

Centre Square, Philadelphia’s largest office tower, changed hands for roughly $94 million, a steep discount from its 2017 $328 million purchase. The building’s occupancy had slipped to 37.6%, prompting the new owners, PMC Property Group and Dean Adler, to propose a mixed‑use...

By Bisnow
Salt Lake FMs Soar With New Dielectric Master System
NewsMar 4, 2026

Salt Lake FMs Soar With New Dielectric Master System

Dielectric has installed its RingMaster broadband FM and manifold combiner system at Farnsworth Peak, creating a new master antenna that now supports 13 FM stations for Bonneville International and other broadcasters. The upgrade replaces a 40‑year‑old infrastructure that was not...

By Radio World
Nuance Audio Glasses Help Understand Speech in Noisy Settings
NewsMar 4, 2026

Nuance Audio Glasses Help Understand Speech in Noisy Settings

A study published in the Journal of Otolaryngology‑ENT Research found that Nuance Audio Glasses, an over‑the‑counter hearing solution from EssilorLuxottica, improve speech‑reception thresholds by an average of 3.48 dB in noisy environments. Twenty adults with mild‑to‑moderate hearing loss achieved 50 % word...

By Healio
Nongshim RedForce Wins the 2026 LCK CL Kickoff
NewsMar 4, 2026

Nongshim RedForce Wins the 2026 LCK CL Kickoff

Nongshim RedForce captured the 2026 LCK Challengers League Kickoff title, their first championship in three years, by defeating T1 Esports Academy 3‑1 in the final. The team advanced through the lower bracket, swept KT Rolster 3‑0, and avenged an earlier...

By Inven Global
Overseas Executives Join Australian Producers at SCREEN FOREVER 40
NewsMar 4, 2026

Overseas Executives Join Australian Producers at SCREEN FOREVER 40

Screen Producers Australia announced that four senior overseas executives will attend SCREEN FOREVER 40, the country’s flagship screen industry conference on the Gold Coast from 28‑30 April 2026. The delegation includes Sophie Green of Bankside Films, Antoine Nugou of Mediawan...

By TV Blackbox
LCK’s First Overseas Roadshow in Hong Kong Signals New Era of Global Expansion for League of Legends Esports
NewsMar 4, 2026

LCK’s First Overseas Roadshow in Hong Kong Signals New Era of Global Expansion for League of Legends Esports

The LCK staged its inaugural overseas roadshow in Hong Kong on Feb. 28‑Mar. 1, 2026, drawing over 15,000 fans and selling out tickets within two minutes. The event showcased the league’s shift from expanding viewership numbers to deepening fan connections through live...

By Inven Global
SVG GFX Forum Draws 250+ Industry Pros To Talk Creative Philosphy, AR/XR, Future of Live Sports Graphics
NewsMar 4, 2026

SVG GFX Forum Draws 250+ Industry Pros To Talk Creative Philosphy, AR/XR, Future of Live Sports Graphics

The 2026 SVG GFX Forum convened over 250 sports‑graphics leaders in New York to explore AI‑driven workflows, XR studio tech, and the future of live‑sports visual storytelling. Highlights included ESPN’s data‑rich MNF Playbook alt‑cast, a massive new college‑football graphics suite...

By Sports Video Group (SVG)
Matlock Sneak Peek: Henry Haber Debuts As A Fist-Bumping Lawyer Bro — Watch
NewsMar 4, 2026

Matlock Sneak Peek: Henry Haber Debuts As A Fist-Bumping Lawyer Bro — Watch

CBS’s long‑running legal drama Matlock introduces Henry Haber as Hunter, a brash rookie lawyer who makes a fist‑bump entrance in Thursday’s episode. The sneak‑peek, released by TVLine, shows Hunter quickly winning over lead Olympia with confidence and a quirky salute....

By TVLine
The Purpose of an ESI Protocol
NewsMar 4, 2026

The Purpose of an ESI Protocol

The California court clarified that an Electronic Stored Information (ESI) protocol is designed to promote reasonable electronic discovery, curb costs, and ensure preservation of relevant data. In Plata v. Lands’ End, the plaintiff sent a draft protocol, the defendant proposed...

By EDRM (Electronic Discovery Reference Model)
An Impulsive Plan for Greater Produce Sales
NewsMar 4, 2026

An Impulsive Plan for Greater Produce Sales

The FMI "Power of Produce 2026" report finds that 90 % of shoppers buy fruits or vegetables they hadn’t planned to purchase, with 48 % doing so frequently. Store‑provided recipes, cross‑merchandising and social‑media inspiration are identified as the strongest drivers of these impulse...

By Supermarket News
Mortgage Rates Dipped Below 6% in February Amid Treasury Rally
NewsMar 4, 2026

Mortgage Rates Dipped Below 6% in February Amid Treasury Rally

Mortgage rates slipped further in February, with the 30‑year fixed‑rate mortgage averaging 6.05% and briefly dipping below the 6% mark, while the 15‑year rate fell to 5.43%. The 10‑year Treasury yield held near 4.18% for most of the month before...

By NAHB – Eye on Housing
Alabama Power Installs Tesla Megapacks at Former Coal Plant Site for State’s First BESS Project
NewsMar 4, 2026

Alabama Power Installs Tesla Megapacks at Former Coal Plant Site for State’s First BESS Project

Alabama Power has installed Tesla Megapacks at the former Plant Scherer coal site, creating Alabama’s first utility‑scale battery energy storage system (BESS). The 100‑MW/400‑MWh installation marks a major step in repurposing retired fossil‑fuel assets for clean‑energy resilience. At the same...

By Power Engineering
Crude Volatile as Hormuz Risks Increase
NewsMar 4, 2026

Crude Volatile as Hormuz Risks Increase

Oil markets remain volatile as the fifth day of the US‑Iran conflict curtails traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for roughly 20% of global oil. West Texas Intermediate steadied just under $75 a barrel while Brent hovered around...

By Rigzone – News
Why Data Center Firms Are Working With Trump on Energy Costs
NewsMar 4, 2026

Why Data Center Firms Are Working With Trump on Energy Costs

The White House, led by former President Donald Trump, convened executives from Google, Meta, Microsoft, OpenAI and other AI‑focused firms to address rising electricity costs tied to new data centers. The companies signed a voluntary "ratepayer protection pledge" committing to...

By The New York Times – Climate
PRIME VIDEO Tees up Rory McIlroy Masters Triumph in New Documentary
NewsMar 4, 2026

PRIME VIDEO Tees up Rory McIlroy Masters Triumph in New Documentary

Prime Video unveiled the first‑look trailer and a 30 March premiere for *Rory McIlroy: The Masters Wait*, a feature‑length documentary chronicling the Irish golfer’s 14‑year pursuit of a Masters title. The film revisits McIlroy’s early heartbreaks, including his 2011 collapse, and builds...

By TV Blackbox
Target Begins Roll Out of Next-Day Delivery to 20 More Cities
NewsMar 4, 2026

Target Begins Roll Out of Next-Day Delivery to 20 More Cities

Target Corp. announced it will extend its next‑day delivery service to 20 additional metropolitan areas, pushing the total number of cities offering the option to more than 50 and covering roughly 60% of the U.S. population. The rollout is part...

By FreightWaves
You Desperately Need This Salvaged Lotus Elise That's Been Rebodied With Forward-Sliding Attack Doors
NewsMar 4, 2026

You Desperately Need This Salvaged Lotus Elise That's Been Rebodied With Forward-Sliding Attack Doors

Rezvani Motors is auctioning one of only three Beast Alpha prototypes built on a salvaged Lotus Elise chassis, featuring its signature forward‑sliding SideWinder doors. The car packs a Honda‑sourced 2.4‑liter turbo delivering roughly 500 hp through a five‑speed manual, while the...

By Jalopnik
2026 First Stand Tournament: Gen.G, G2, and 6 Teams Head to Brazil for Riot’s First International Event of the Season
NewsMar 4, 2026

2026 First Stand Tournament: Gen.G, G2, and 6 Teams Head to Brazil for Riot’s First International Event of the Season

The 2026 First Stand Tournament (FST) launches in São Paulo, Brazil on March 16, marking Riot Games' first international event of the season. The field has grown from five to eight teams, with two slots each for the LCK and LPL and...

By Inven Global
All Stat Abilities in Esoteric Ebb Explained
NewsMar 4, 2026

All Stat Abilities in Esoteric Ebb Explained

Esoteric Ebb launches players as a Cleric equipped with six core ability stats. At the start of each save, you receive 27 points to distribute among Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma, each influencing combat, exploration, and dialogue. The...

By Destructoid
CDC Finds Maternal Mortality Rate Dropped in 2024
NewsMar 4, 2026

CDC Finds Maternal Mortality Rate Dropped in 2024

The CDC reports that the U.S. maternal mortality rate fell to 17.9 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2024, a figure statistically indistinguishable from the 18.6 recorded in 2023. Black women experienced a mortality rate of 44.8 per 100,000, far...

By AHA News – American Hospital Association
Authentic Brands to Use Seel’s Agentic AI for Post-Purchase Processes
NewsMar 4, 2026

Authentic Brands to Use Seel’s Agentic AI for Post-Purchase Processes

Authentic Brands will integrate Seel’s agentic AI‑driven Worry‑Free Purchase platform to automate post‑purchase issues such as missing packages, claims and refunds. The solution will be deployed across its portfolio, which includes ten brands in Digital Commerce 360’s Top 1000 like Reebok,...

By Digital Commerce 360
Honda Recalling 65,135 Prologue and ZDX Models with Software Issues
NewsMar 4, 2026

Honda Recalling 65,135 Prologue and ZDX Models with Software Issues

Honda and Acura are recalling 65,135 2024 Prologue and ZDX SUVs after software defects in the Radio Control Module caused the rear‑view camera and instrument cluster to go blank. The issue, which can be temporarily resolved by restarting the vehicle,...

By Car and Driver
Dragon Sword Bill: New Korean Game Industry Law Targets User Data Protection
NewsMar 4, 2026

Dragon Sword Bill: New Korean Game Industry Law Targets User Data Protection

South Korea’s People Power Party introduced a partial amendment to the Game Industry Promotion Act, creating Article 14‑2 to obligate game operators to protect and, with user consent, transfer gameplay records and payment data when services end. The measure directly responds...

By Inven Global
These 2 Recent Cases Confirm DOJ Is Escalating Cyber Enforcement
NewsMar 4, 2026

These 2 Recent Cases Confirm DOJ Is Escalating Cyber Enforcement

At the close of 2025 the Department of Justice announced two high‑profile cyber enforcement actions that spotlighted deficient cybersecurity practices among DoD contractors. The first settlement involved Swiss Automation’s breach of the DFARS 7012 clause, which mandates NIST 800‑171 compliance. The second...

By Federal News Network
March 2026  China News
NewsMar 4, 2026

March 2026 China News

The United States has formally accused China of preparing a nuclear test, citing satellite imagery and intelligence that suggest recent underground drilling activities. Washington claims the preparations violate the Comprehensive Nuclear‑Test‑Ban Treaty (CTBT) and could signal a shift in Beijing’s...

By Arms Control Association
Deadline March 31 to Apply for AHA Next Gen Fellowship
NewsMar 4, 2026

Deadline March 31 to Apply for AHA Next Gen Fellowship

The American Hospital Association (AHA) announced that the application deadline for its Next Gen fellowship is March 31. The program targets emerging healthcare leaders, offering mentorship, networking, and strategic projects across member hospitals. Applicants must submit a brief proposal outlining a health‑system...

By AHA News – American Hospital Association
Dover ‘Personal Effects Specialist’ Job Posting Creates Stir on Social Media
NewsMar 4, 2026

Dover ‘Personal Effects Specialist’ Job Posting Creates Stir on Social Media

Veteran‑owned contractor Joint Technology Solution posted part‑time “personal effects specialist” positions to handle the belongings of fallen service members at Dover Air Force Base. The roles, paying $15.66 per hour and requiring a secret security clearance, are tied to a...

By Military Times
Esports World Cup 2026 in Riyadh Will Continue as Planned Despite Iran Drone Attack Concerns
NewsMar 4, 2026

Esports World Cup 2026 in Riyadh Will Continue as Planned Despite Iran Drone Attack Concerns

The Esports World Cup (EWC) and Esports Nations Cup (ENC) will proceed in Riyadh as planned, despite recent reports of an Iranian drone strike on the U.S. Embassy amid heightened regional tensions. EWC runs from July 6 to August 23, while ENC...

By Inven Global
March 2026 New START News
NewsMar 4, 2026

March 2026 New START News

The New START treaty between the United States and Russia officially expired in February 2026, ending the last major bilateral nuclear arms control agreement. Washington has immediately called for a "modernized" replacement that would tighten warhead limits, introduce new verification...

By Arms Control Association
AHA Podcast: Advancing Community Health
NewsMar 4, 2026

AHA Podcast: Advancing Community Health

The American Hospital Association released a multi‑segment podcast highlighting how hospitals are expanding beyond clinical walls to address social determinants of health. Leaders from Manatt Health, CommonSpirit Health, Inova Health System, and Owensboro Health discuss initiatives tackling food insecurity, workforce...

By AHA News – American Hospital Association
TPM26: Europe’s Persistent Port Congestion Won’t Be Remedied by Short-Term Fixes
NewsMar 4, 2026

TPM26: Europe’s Persistent Port Congestion Won’t Be Remedied by Short-Term Fixes

Europe’s main import gateways suffer from chronic buffer‑capacity shortages, turning port congestion into a persistent bottleneck rather than a fleeting disruption. Industry leaders warn that the lack of short‑term remedies will continue to erode vessel schedule reliability and strain inventory...

By Journal of Commerce (JOC)
March 2026 - Iran News
NewsMar 4, 2026

March 2026 - Iran News

Former President Donald Trump authorized a missile strike on Iran's nuclear enrichment sites, disrupting ongoing talks in Vienna. The operation targeted at least three key facilities, causing significant infrastructure damage and civilian casualties. The United States justified the action as...

By Arms Control Association
Cassie Duvall, Mo’Bettahs
NewsMar 4, 2026

Cassie Duvall, Mo’Bettahs

Cassie Duvall has been appointed Director of Catering at Mo’Bettahs, bringing over two decades of restaurant and hospitality expertise. She previously led Cafe Rio’s catering division, overseeing a team that expanded sales across more than 160 locations. At Cafe Rio,...

By Food On Demand
Is Single Sourcing, or Sole Sourcing, Dead?
NewsMar 4, 2026

Is Single Sourcing, or Sole Sourcing, Dead?

The COVID‑19 pandemic highlighted the fragility of supply chains that rely on single or sole sourcing, as lockdowns and demand spikes caused widespread stockouts. Single sourcing can secure lower prices and simplify supplier management, but it leaves firms vulnerable when...

By Supply Chain Game Changer – Procurement
CoolSem Establishes Advisory Board to Advance Wafer-Level Thermal Management
NewsMar 4, 2026

CoolSem Establishes Advisory Board to Advance Wafer-Level Thermal Management

CoolSem Technologies, a Dutch startup founded in 2025, announced the creation of an Advisory Board to accelerate its wafer‑level thermal management platform. The board brings together leaders from Murata, Philips, Apple and academia, offering deep expertise in semiconductor processing, materials...

By Semiconductor Today
Rich Shank, Technomic
NewsMar 4, 2026

Rich Shank, Technomic

Rich Shank serves as senior principal and vice president of innovation at Technomic, a premier research and advisory firm for the foodservice sector. He directs the restaurant advisory and innovation practices, helping clients with brand development, menu optimization, pricing analytics,...

By Food On Demand
CSCMP Edge Show to Feature Keynote Address by Marini
NewsMar 4, 2026

CSCMP Edge Show to Feature Keynote Address by Marini

The 2026 30th Annual Third‑Party Logistics Study reveals that only 55 % of outsourced logistics spend is classified as strategic partnerships, highlighting a gap between rhetoric and reality. Shippers cite supply‑chain disruption, cost optimisation and digital transformation as primary drivers, while 3PLs...

By Supply Chain Quarterly
Hyundai and Kia EVs in Limbo in the US
NewsMar 4, 2026

Hyundai and Kia EVs in Limbo in the US

Hyundai and Kia posted record February sales in the U.S., yet their EV lineup faces uncertainty as the IONIQ 6 and EV6 saw steep sales drops and lack confirmed 2026 models. Only the IONIQ 5, IONIQ 9 and EV9 have confirmed next‑year versions,...

By Electrek
E58. The Dealmaker
NewsMar 4, 2026

E58. The Dealmaker

In a special “Checking In” episode honoring International Women’s Month, Hotelier Magazine’s editor Rosanna Caira interviews Patricia Phillips, CEO and Chair of the PBA Group of Companies. Phillips, one of the few female CEOs in the hospitality sector, has steered...

By Hotelier Magazine (Canada)
Wahlburgers Launches Limited-Time ‘Brothers’ Combo’
NewsMar 4, 2026

Wahlburgers Launches Limited-Time ‘Brothers’ Combo’

Wahlburgers has rolled out a limited‑time “Brothers’ Combo” that bundles one of three brother‑selected signature burgers with fries and a drink for as low as $12. The three burgers—Chef Paul’s Our Burger, Donnie’s BBQ Bacon Burger, and Mark’s O.F.D.—feature Certified...

By FSR Magazine
Emily Williams-Knight, Texas Restaurant Association
NewsMar 4, 2026

Emily Williams-Knight, Texas Restaurant Association

Dr. Emily Williams Knight has been president and CEO of the Texas Restaurant Association and its foundation since August 2019. She leveraged her 20‑plus years of global experience to obtain critical government waivers and federal aid that helped thousands of...

By Food On Demand
South Korea’s Music Industry Unites to Declare ‘War’ on AI Copyright Infringement
NewsMar 4, 2026

South Korea’s Music Industry Unites to Declare ‘War’ on AI Copyright Infringement

South Korea’s six leading music‑industry bodies have formed a coalition to combat AI‑driven copyright infringement, declaring a state of emergency and a "war" on unauthorized use. The group, chaired by KOMCA president Lee Si‑ha, issued a joint declaration demanding consent‑based...

By Music Business Worldwide (MBW)
Endothelin Receptor Antagonist REMS Information
NewsMar 4, 2026

Endothelin Receptor Antagonist REMS Information

The FDA has eliminated risk evaluation and mitigation strategy (REMS) requirements for embryofetal toxicity (EFT) across all endothelin receptor antagonist (ERA) medicines, concluding that labeling alone sufficiently communicates the risk. The change, effective April 2025, applies to ambrisentan, macitentan‑containing products, and...

By FDA
Music Industry Coalition Urges Senate Committee to Strengthen Ticketing Reform Bill
NewsMar 4, 2026

Music Industry Coalition Urges Senate Committee to Strengthen Ticketing Reform Bill

The Fix the Tix Coalition, led by the National Independent Venue Association, sent a letter to the Senate Commerce Committee urging stronger provisions in the House TICKET Act (S.281). The coalition seeks full price transparency, a total ban on speculative...

By Digital Music News
The Helldivers 2 Discord Quietly Banned A Tiananmen Square Tank Meme As Some Players Protest Tencent Funding
NewsMar 4, 2026

The Helldivers 2 Discord Quietly Banned A Tiananmen Square Tank Meme As Some Players Protest Tencent Funding

Arrowhead Game Studios quietly removed the iconic Tiananmen Square "Tank Man" recreation from Helldivers 2’s Discord after it was spammed by players following the War Horse trailer launch. The ban also extended to the phrase "Tiananmen Square" via the server’s automod, prompting...

By Kotaku