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Freire Signs Deal with Sweden’s FMV for Four Naval Support Vessels
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Freire Signs Deal with Sweden’s FMV for Four Naval Support Vessels

Spanish shipbuilder C.N.P. Freire has secured a contract with Sweden’s Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to build four 47‑meter naval support vessels. The ships are designed for harsh weather and ice, carrying 16 crew, reaching 12 knots and sustaining up to...

By MarineLink
BidOn Expands Leadership and Establishes Board to Advance Open Source Ad Tech
NewsFeb 24, 2026

BidOn Expands Leadership and Establishes Board to Advance Open Source Ad Tech

BidOn, a non‑profit open‑source ad‑tech platform, has announced a new board of senior executives from leading mobile‑gaming companies and the creation of a dedicated engineering team. The board will guide strategy, product direction, and governance, while the engineering group will...

By PocketGamer.biz
Digital Attenuator, DTA-200M18G-100-CD-EXT
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Digital Attenuator, DTA-200M18G-100-CD-EXT

Planar Monolithics introduced the DTA‑200M18G‑100‑CD‑EXT, an 8‑bit digitally tuned attenuator covering 0.2 to 18 GHz. It offers a massive 100 dB attenuation range with ±3 dB accuracy and flatness throughout. The device features fast switching (1 µs on, 0.5 µs off), a maximum insertion loss of 12 dB,...

By Microwave Journal
The State of Fleet Management Directly From the Fleets
NewsFeb 24, 2026

The State of Fleet Management Directly From the Fleets

A recent Fleetio survey of 600 fleet professionals reveals that rising operating costs and tightening emissions regulations dominate executive concerns, with over half of respondents flagging cost inflation and 46 % citing compliance pressures. While more than 70 % have adopted dedicated...

By FleetOwner
Fontana: Women Truck Drivers Satisfied with the Job, yet Safety Concerns Persist
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Fontana: Women Truck Drivers Satisfied with the Job, yet Safety Concerns Persist

A recent Lance Surety Bonds survey shows 85% of women truck drivers would recommend the profession, citing high pay, independence and work‑life balance. Despite strong satisfaction, safety concerns linger, with 30% reporting sexual harassment and only 31% feeling safe sleeping...

By FleetOwner
Battling Castles on Wheels? Wanderburg Might Be My New Favourite Thing
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Battling Castles on Wheels? Wanderburg Might Be My New Favourite Thing

Wanderburg is an indie roguelike that lets players build and battle mobile castles, delivering a blend of strategic construction and chaotic combat. The game has quickly risen to the top of Steam wishlists, indicating strong early interest. It runs flawlessly...

By GamingOnLinux
Britain Targets Russia’s Oil Revenues with Nearly 300 New Sanctions
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Britain Targets Russia’s Oil Revenues with Nearly 300 New Sanctions

Britain announced its largest sanctions package to date, targeting Russia’s oil pipeline operator Transneft and adding nearly 300 new measures. The package, timed with the fourth anniversary of the invasion, also sanctions 48 oil tankers linked to Russia’s shadow fleet...

By BusinessLIVE
Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile Servers Are Shutting Down in April 2026
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile Servers Are Shutting Down in April 2026

Activision announced that Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile servers will permanently close on April 17, 2026. The title‑shot mobile version launched globally in March 2024 but was pulled from iOS and Android stores in May 2025, halting new acquisitions. Linked...

By VideoGamer.com
Mitsubishi Delivers First Ammonia Fuel Supply Systems for Marine Use
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Mitsubishi Delivers First Ammonia Fuel Supply Systems for Marine Use

Mitsubishi Shipbuilding has shipped the first ammonia fuel supply system (AFSS) and ammonia gas abatement system (AGAS) for Japan Engine Corporation’s inaugural ammonia‑fueled marine engine, model 7UEC50LSJA‑HPSCR. The AFSS delivers ammonia to the engine safely and steadily, while the AGAS...

By MarineLink
EU Warns Russia’s African Recruitment in Ukraine Resembles “Modern Slavery” Exploiting Migration and Tourism Routes
NewsFeb 24, 2026

EU Warns Russia’s African Recruitment in Ukraine Resembles “Modern Slavery” Exploiting Migration and Tourism Routes

European investigators warn that Russia’s recruitment of African migrants and students for the Ukraine war amounts to a new form of modern slavery, exploiting tourism visas, student exchanges and fake job offers. At least 171 African fighters, many aged 18‑25,...

By eTurboNews
Some Patients Listed as “Charlie Kirk” Or Dead After Major NZ Health App MediMap Hacked
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Some Patients Listed as “Charlie Kirk” Or Dead After Major NZ Health App MediMap Hacked

New Zealand health‑tech firm MediMap was forced offline after an unauthorized intrusion altered patient records, including changing names to “Charlie Kirk” and marking individuals as deceased. The breach affected dozens of providers in aged‑care, disability, hospice and community settings, prompting the...

By DataBreaches.net
Wild Creations Appoints TMPR to Lead PR & Communications
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Wild Creations Appoints TMPR to Lead PR & Communications

Wild Creations, Wales’ leading designer and fabricator for the global attractions industry, has appointed Cardiff‑based B2B communications agency TMPR to head its public relations and strategic communications. The company, founded in 2010, now employs over 50 staff in a 40,000‑square‑foot...

By Blooloop — Theme Parks
Critical One Energy Receives Exploration Permit for Howells Lake Antimony-Gold Project
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Critical One Energy Receives Exploration Permit for Howells Lake Antimony-Gold Project

Critical One Energy has received Ontario Ministry of Energy and Mines Exploration Permit PR‑24‑000227 for its Howells Lake antimony‑gold project in the Thunder Bay Mining District. The project, located 120 km west of the Ring of Fire, contains a historic resource...

By AZoMining
Australia’s Biggest Renewable Grid “Stress Test” Facility Gets a $3 Million Upgrade
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Australia’s Biggest Renewable Grid “Stress Test” Facility Gets a $3 Million Upgrade

Australia’s CSIRO Renewable Energy Integration Facility (REIF) received a $3 million federal upgrade, doubling its power‑testing capacity. The enhanced lab now emulates microgrids, grid faults, and vehicle‑to‑grid scenarios, allowing realistic stress‑tests of solar, battery, wind and EV technologies. Operated from Newcastle,...

By RenewEconomy
Magic Molecule Launches in Whole Foods Market
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Magic Molecule Launches in Whole Foods Market

Magic Molecule, a hypochlorous acid‑based skin‑care brand, announced that its FDA‑cleared Skin Spray is now stocked in all 500+ Whole Foods Market locations, making it the retailer’s first hypochlorous acid product. The spray, priced between $13.99 and $22.99, claims to...

By Mass Market Retailers
Oklahoma Supreme Court to Rule on Utilities' Winter Storm Bonds
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Oklahoma Supreme Court to Rule on Utilities' Winter Storm Bonds

The Oklahoma Supreme Court is set to rule on $1.45 billion of winter‑storm bonds issued by Oklahoma Gas & Electric and Public Service Company of Oklahoma. Republican lawmakers allege the Oklahoma Corporation Commission violated state audit and ethics rules when authorizing...

By The Bond Buyer (municipal finance)
Half of Americans Struggle to Pay Rent or Mortgage, With Gen Z Hit Hardest
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Half of Americans Struggle to Pay Rent or Mortgage, With Gen Z Hit Hardest

A Redfin‑Ipsos survey of 4,000 U.S. adults finds that 49% of Americans now struggle to afford their rent or mortgage, up from 44% last spring. The burden falls hardest on Gen Z, with 67% reporting payment stress versus roughly 53% of...

By Redfin News
‘Garbage in, Garbage Out’ – Solar Industry Debates Reality of AI
NewsFeb 24, 2026

‘Garbage in, Garbage Out’ – Solar Industry Debates Reality of AI

The Solar Quality Summit in Barcelona highlighted AI’s ability to accelerate photovoltaic project planning, construction, and operations, but stressed that its value hinges on high‑quality data. Attendees warned that “garbage in, garbage out” can magnify mistakes, making validation and human...

By pv magazine
At Colorado Space Firms, Hegseth Casts Pentagon Bureaucracy as the Enemy
NewsFeb 24, 2026

At Colorado Space Firms, Hegseth Casts Pentagon Bureaucracy as the Enemy

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth used a Colorado stop at True Anomaly and Sierra Space to denounce the Pentagon’s acquisition bureaucracy as a "giant swamp" that favors entrenched prime contractors. He framed commercially driven space firms as essential antidotes that...

By SpaceNews
Strategic Sizzle: Why Houston TX Hot Chicken Prioritizes Smart Growth over Rapid Expansion
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Strategic Sizzle: Why Houston TX Hot Chicken Prioritizes Smart Growth over Rapid Expansion

Houston TX Hot Chicken, a Nashville‑style concept launched in Las Vegas during the COVID‑19 pandemic, now operates 31 units and boasts over 400,000 social‑media followers. The brand’s strong online presence generates organic franchise leads, reducing the need for aggressive sales...

By Fast Casual
Canary Speech, JubileeTV Partner on AI Voice Biomarkers for At-Home Care
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Canary Speech, JubileeTV Partner on AI Voice Biomarkers for At-Home Care

Canary Speech has partnered with JubileeTV to embed its AI‑driven vocal‑biomarker technology into consumer video calls, marking the first deployment outside clinical settings. The system analyzes 40 seconds of natural conversation, extracting thousands of acoustic features to generate nondiagnostic scores...

By MobiHealthNews (HIMSS Media)
Saga and Etermax Bring Trivia Crack’s Willy to Life as an AI Character Agent | Exclusive
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Saga and Etermax Bring Trivia Crack’s Willy to Life as an AI Character Agent | Exclusive

Saga, a hyperscaling AI platform, partnered with Etermax to launch an AI‑driven version of Willy, the mascot of the Trivia Crack franchise. The new agent can converse with users across social platforms, aiming to deepen community interaction and attract fresh...

By GamesBeat
TigerConnect Aims to Use AI to Modernize Hospital Operator, Management Systems
NewsFeb 24, 2026

TigerConnect Aims to Use AI to Modernize Hospital Operator, Management Systems

TigerConnect unveiled a cloud‑native operator console aimed at replacing decades‑old hospital switchboards. The platform unifies call routing, code activations, and alarm management into a single dashboard while integrating with EHRs, telephony and scheduling tools. AI‑driven automation and intelligent search streamline...

By MobiHealthNews (HIMSS Media)
Ubisoft Unveils New Leadership Team For Assassin's Creed's 'Ambitious New Chapter'
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Ubisoft Unveils New Leadership Team For Assassin's Creed's 'Ambitious New Chapter'

Ubisoft announced a new leadership team to steer the Assassin’s Creed franchise into an “ambitious new chapter.” Martin Schelling will serve as Head of Brand, Jean Guesdon as Head of Content, and François De Billy as Head of Production Excellence, each...

By Pure Xbox
Self-Healing Composite Could Make Aircraft and Cars Last Centuries
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Self-Healing Composite Could Make Aircraft and Cars Last Centuries

Researchers at North Carolina State University have engineered a self‑healing fibre‑reinforced polymer (FRP) composite that could extend component lifespans from decades to centuries. The approach 3D‑prints a thermoplastic healing agent between fibre layers and embeds carbon‑based heater films that melt...

By JEC Composites
How to Get Garden Horizons Dawnfruit
NewsFeb 24, 2026

How to Get Garden Horizons Dawnfruit

Garden Horizons introduced the Dawnfruit plant on February 22, 2026. The fruit grows in just under 13 minutes, can be harvested multiple times, and sells for $600 each, delivering strong in‑game profit. Players obtain Dawnfruit seeds by joining the Dawn Digital Roblox group...

By Pocket Tactics
BAE Systems to Upgrade US Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ship for Joint Strike Fighter Ops
NewsFeb 24, 2026

BAE Systems to Upgrade US Navy’s Amphibious Assault Ship for Joint Strike Fighter Ops

BAE Systems secured a $204.1 million contract from the U.S. Navy to perform maintenance and system upgrades on the Wasp‑class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD‑7). The selected restricted availability work, slated to start in August at BAE’s Norfolk shipyard, will modify...

By Naval Today
Panzer Knights: Commander’s Edition Announced for PS5, Xbox Series
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Panzer Knights: Commander’s Edition Announced for PS5, Xbox Series

Panzer Knights: Commander’s Edition, an anime‑styled World War II tank simulation, was announced for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series with a slated 2026 launch. The definitive console version bundles the original game with three bonus content packs, adding iconic tanks such as the...

By Gematsu
Global Invacom Group Launches Rapid Deploy XY Antenna Range for Mission‑Critical, Multi‑Orbit Connectivity
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Global Invacom Group Launches Rapid Deploy XY Antenna Range for Mission‑Critical, Multi‑Orbit Connectivity

Global Invacom Group has introduced a rapid‑deploy XY antenna family spanning four sizes—from 0.98 m to 2.4 m—to provide fast, multi‑orbit, multi‑band connectivity for government, defence, and commercial users. The modular terminals require no tools and can be calibrated and operational in...

By Microwave Journal
Natural Grocers Celebrates Texas Independence Day with a Special Gift and Savings
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Natural Grocers Celebrates Texas Independence Day with a Special Gift and Savings

Natural Grocers is celebrating Texas Independence Day from March 2‑4 at all 24 Texas locations. {N}power members receive a free limited‑edition Texas‑themed reusable tote bag and a $5‑off coupon on in‑store purchases. The promotion highlights the retailer’s loyalty program and its...

By Mass Market Retailers
Meta’s Addiction Trial Could Spell Trouble for Sports Betting
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Meta’s Addiction Trial Could Spell Trouble for Sports Betting

A Los Angeles jury is hearing the KGM trial, which alleges Meta and other social platforms are engineered to addict minors through features like infinite scrolling, autoplay and dopamine‑triggering rewards. The case, while focused on social media, raises the prospect...

By Sportico
Why Is Six Flags Losing Visitors?
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Why Is Six Flags Losing Visitors?

Six Flags reported 2025 adjusted EBITDA of $792 million and revenue of $3.1 billion, both edging analyst expectations. However, fourth‑quarter attendance dropped 9% to 9.3 million visitors, cutting admissions revenue by $327 million. The company, under new CEO John Reilly, highlighted recent investments in...

By Blooloop — Theme Parks
First Watch CFO Mel Hope to Retire
NewsFeb 24, 2026

First Watch CFO Mel Hope to Retire

First Watch Restaurant Group announced that Chief Financial Officer Mel Hope will retire later this year after eight years of service. Hope, who joined in 2018, played a pivotal role in the company's IPO and subsequent growth phases. The board...

By FSR Magazine
Blackpool's £1m Peter Rabbit Attraction Closes After Just Three Years
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Blackpool's £1m Peter Rabbit Attraction Closes After Just Three Years

Blackpool’s £1 million Peter Rabbit Explore and Play attraction shut its doors in November 2025, ending a three‑year run that began in 2022. The family‑focused venue, operated by Merlin Entertainments, offered interactive Beatrix Potter‑themed play areas but failed to meet performance expectations. Blackpool Council...

By Blooloop — Theme Parks
Saudia Signs Five-Year Partnership with Six Flags Qiddiya City
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Saudia Signs Five-Year Partnership with Six Flags Qiddiya City

Saudi Arabian airline Saudia has inked a five‑year strategic partnership with Six Flags and Aquarabia Qiddiya City, becoming the exclusive Official Premier Partner in the airline category. The deal will see Saudia create travel packages to the new theme park,...

By Blooloop — Theme Parks
Rohde & Schwarz Advances AI-RAN Testing Using Digital Twins with NVIDIA
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Rohde & Schwarz Advances AI-RAN Testing Using Digital Twins with NVIDIA

Rohde & Schwarz, together with NVIDIA, unveiled an AI‑driven testbed at MWC Barcelona 2026 that combines the NVIDIA Sionna Research Kit with a DGX Spark server for hardware‑in‑the‑loop, site‑specific channel emulation. The platform runs a software‑defined 5G NR stack via...

By Microwave Journal
London Southend Airport to Allow 2 Litres of Liquid in Cabin Baggage
NewsFeb 24, 2026

London Southend Airport to Allow 2 Litres of Liquid in Cabin Baggage

London Southend Airport announced that passengers can now carry up to two litres of liquid in cabin baggage, thanks to the installation of C3 screening technology. The same system also permits laptops, iPads and tablets to remain inside bags during...

By Airport Industry-News
ET Fuels Secures Bunkering Buyer for Texas E-Methanol
NewsFeb 24, 2026

ET Fuels Secures Bunkering Buyer for Texas E-Methanol

Irish developer ET Fuels has signed a binding long‑term offtake agreement with UK shipping firm RFOcean to supply e‑methanol at a fixed price starting in 2030. The fuel will be produced at ET Fuels’ advanced Rattlesnake Gap plant in Texas,...

By Argus Media – News & analysis
AntennaWare and SynchronicIT Collaborate to Offer Significant Improvements in UWB Applications
NewsFeb 24, 2026

AntennaWare and SynchronicIT Collaborate to Offer Significant Improvements in UWB Applications

AntennaWare has partnered with Dutch module vendor SynchronicIT to integrate its BodyWave™ antenna into UWB‑based real‑time location systems. The patented antenna boosts link margins by 6‑12 dB in non‑line‑of‑sight scenarios, effectively doubling range or halving power consumption for on‑body and on‑metal...

By Microwave Journal
Lululemon Announces 100th Store Opening in EMEA
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Lululemon Announces 100th Store Opening in EMEA

lululemon announced the opening of its 100th store in the EMEA region, slated for March 13 in Warsaw, Poland, marking the brand’s first location in the country. The milestone follows a decade‑long expansion that now covers 19 EMEA markets and...

By A1 Retail Magazine (UK)
SFO Names New Chief Financial Officer
NewsFeb 24, 2026

SFO Names New Chief Financial Officer

San Francisco International Airport announced Ronda Chu as its new chief financial officer. Chu will manage the airport’s operating budget, fiscal programmes, and revenue‑enhancement initiatives while overseeing finance, accounting, risk‑management, and procurement services. She brings more than 25 years of...

By Airports International
Ukrainian Bitumen Imports to Remain Steady in 2026
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Ukrainian Bitumen Imports to Remain Steady in 2026

Ukrainian bitumen imports held steady in 2026, following a record‑high 190,000 tonnes in 2025 after a 111,700‑tonne year‑on‑year jump. Major suppliers from Poland and Lithuania, led by Orlen, plan to ship roughly 100,000 tonnes this year, while Orlen Lietuva targets about 550,000 tonnes...

By Argus Media – News & analysis
USDOT’s Proposed Amtrak Restructuring Plan Draws Scrutiny
NewsFeb 24, 2026

USDOT’s Proposed Amtrak Restructuring Plan Draws Scrutiny

USDOT is evaluating a sweeping restructuring of Amtrak, proposing a holding company with three subsidiaries for infrastructure, rolling stock, and operations. The Rail Passengers Association warns that without guaranteed public funding, the plan could jeopardize service levels, increase fares, and...

By Railway-News
Solar Firm Told to Refund ₹8.1 Lakh for Failed Panel Installation
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Solar Firm Told to Refund ₹8.1 Lakh for Failed Panel Installation

The Karnataka District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission ordered a solar‑panel distributor to refund ₹8.1 lakh and pay ₹35,000 for mental anguish after a rooftop system, promised to generate 40 units daily, failed shortly after installation. The ruling highlights inadequate after‑sales support...

By ET EnergyWorld (The Economic Times)
Citizens’ CIO on the Ethos that Led the Bank Into the Cloud and Beyond
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Citizens’ CIO on the Ethos that Led the Bank Into the Cloud and Beyond

Citizens Bank’s Chief Information Officer Michael Ruttledge outlines how the institution’s "Next Gen Technology" initiative has driven a full migration of its legacy mainframe workloads to public cloud platforms Azure and AWS. Since joining in 2019, Ruttledge has overseen a...

By Tearsheet
How Full Is the USA Strategic Petroleum Reserve?
NewsFeb 24, 2026

How Full Is the USA Strategic Petroleum Reserve?

The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve sits at 415.4 million barrels, roughly 58.2% of its 714 million‑barrel authorized capacity, according to the EIA’s February 13 report. This marks a 5.1% rise over the same week last year and a 15.6% increase from 2024, reflecting...

By Rigzone – News
Indian Navy to Commission Latest ASW-SWC Corvette
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Indian Navy to Commission Latest ASW-SWC Corvette

The Indian Navy will commission the ASW‑SWC corvette Anjadip on 27 February 2026, the third vessel of an eight‑ship anti‑submarine warfare shallow‑water craft program. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers in Kolkata, the 77‑metre ship was delivered in December 2025 and...

By Naval Technology
Illegal Mining Remains a Nationally Coordinated Organised Crime Threat, SAPS Tells ...
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Illegal Mining Remains a Nationally Coordinated Organised Crime Threat, SAPS Tells ...

South African Police Service warned that illegal mining has resurged, becoming a coordinated organized‑crime threat across Gauteng, North West, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, Free State, Northern Cape and KwaZulu‑Natal. Syndicates are re‑occupying abandoned shafts, using heavy equipment and engaging in armed clashes while expanding chrome...

By Mining Weekly
Weidmuller Releases New PV Connector Series for 1,500-V Systems
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Weidmuller Releases New PV Connector Series for 1,500-V Systems

Weidmuller USA introduced the WM4 C PV connector series, engineered for advanced solar installations up to 1,500 V. The UL‑ and CSA‑approved connectors feature robust crimp contacts for 4 mm² and 6 mm² (12 AWG/10 AWG) conductors and are rated IP67 for harsh environments. An anti‑tampering...

By Solar Power World