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Stranger Land: The Beginning
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Stranger Land: The Beginning

Stranger Land: The Beginning is an indie, web‑based stealth platformer released by developer AyoXixx using the Phaser framework. Players guide a yellow cubic avatar through neon‑lit futuristic levels, activating portals while evading drones and security systems. The game features a...

By Phaser – News
ACE Inhibitors Linked to Reduced Mortality in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
NewsFeb 11, 2026

ACE Inhibitors Linked to Reduced Mortality in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis

A large UK observational study published in Chest found that angiotensin‑converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor use is linked to an 18 % relative reduction in all‑cause mortality among idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) patients, with a hazard ratio of 0.82. The analysis covered...

By Managed Healthcare Executive
VinFast Is Refocusing on Asia, Planning to Sell 300,000 Vehicles
NewsFeb 11, 2026

VinFast Is Refocusing on Asia, Planning to Sell 300,000 Vehicles

VinFast is abandoning its U.S. and Canadian rollout and refocusing on Asia, aiming to sell 300,000 vehicles annually by 2026. The company posted over $3 billion in net losses, with U.S. sales never rising above a few hundred units per year....

By CleanTechnica
Dubai’s Woohoo Puts AI at the Center of the Restaurant Dining Experience
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Dubai’s Woohoo Puts AI at the Center of the Restaurant Dining Experience

Dubai’s new Woohoo restaurant places an AI persona, Chef Aiman, at the heart of its dining experience, orchestrating lighting, large‑scale LED visuals and spatial audio. The venue uses Vivid Studio’s SP Grid platform as a low‑code control brain that links...

By Restaurant Technology News
Side Letter: Bain Leans Local
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Side Letter: Bain Leans Local

Bain Capital announced a strategic pivot toward more locally‑focused private‑equity investments, citing heightened macro‑economic uncertainty and tighter cross‑border financing. The shift aligns with broader industry trends, as firms anticipate a surge in take‑private transactions through 2026 driven by low financing...

By Private Equity International
Heathrow Records Busiest January to Date
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Heathrow Records Busiest January to Date

Heathrow Airport logged its busiest January on record, moving 6.5 million passengers – a rise of more than 2 % versus January 2025. The hub introduced new security lanes across all terminals while maintaining its reputation as Europe’s most punctual airport. Passenger...

By Airport Industry-News
Fort Benning Hosts Army Robotic Systems Tactics Course
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Fort Benning Hosts Army Robotic Systems Tactics Course

The U.S. Army Maneuver Center of Excellence launched the inaugural Robotic Autonomous Systems Leader Tactics Course (RASLT) at Fort Benning, a three‑week pilot aimed at integrating unmanned ground vehicles, small drones, and other autonomous platforms into maneuver operations. The program...

By Defence Blog
UK to Regulate BNPL Platforms From 15 July
NewsFeb 11, 2026

UK to Regulate BNPL Platforms From 15 July

The UK Financial Conduct Authority will begin regulating buy‑now‑pay‑later (BNPL) providers from 15 July 2026 under a temporary permission regime (TPR). Firms active on 15 July 2025 must apply for TPR and confirm registration intent by early May, while those opting out must halt...

By Finance Magnates Fintech
DARPA Launches CLARA High-Assurance AI Program
NewsFeb 11, 2026

DARPA Launches CLARA High-Assurance AI Program

DARPA’s Defense Sciences Office has launched the CLARA (Compositional Learning‑And‑Reasoning for AI Complex Systems Engineering) program, seeking proposals to create high‑assurance AI that tightly integrates machine learning with automated reasoning. Awards can reach $2 million per project and cover a 24‑month...

By Defence Blog
Pantera Completes First Modern Exploration Program at Historic US Silver–Antimony District
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Pantera Completes First Modern Exploration Program at Historic US Silver–Antimony District

Pantera Minerals has finished the first modern rock‑and‑soil geochemical survey at its Gillham Silver‑Antimony Project, covering roughly 5,000 acres with 1,408 soil and 47 rock samples now in assay. The program marks the inaugural systematic exploration of a historic U.S....

By AZoMining
Diablo Identifies Silver–Antimony Drill Targets in Utah as Copper Mineralization Confirmed at Phoenix Project
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Diablo Identifies Silver–Antimony Drill Targets in Utah as Copper Mineralization Confirmed at Phoenix Project

Diablo Resources has earmarked high‑grade silver‑antimony drill targets at its Star Range Project in Utah and confirmed shallow copper mineralisation at the Phoenix Copper Project. A ground‑based DDIP survey will map the STAR‑01 magnetic anomaly to guide maiden drilling, following...

By AZoMining
Sweden’s IPercept Secures Large-Scale Gulf Rollout with Quant Gulf
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Sweden’s IPercept Secures Large-Scale Gulf Rollout with Quant Gulf

Sweden‑based industrial AI firm IPercept has inked a partnership with Quant Gulf to roll out its CNC machine intelligence platform across the Gulf region. The deal, valued at up to €10 million, will see the patented diagnostics and universal data layer...

By ArcticStartup
Charleroi Airport Completes Major Lighting Upgrade to Enhance Runway Safety
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Charleroi Airport Completes Major Lighting Upgrade to Enhance Runway Safety

Brussels South Charleroi Airport has completed a multi‑year airfield lighting overhaul, replacing roughly 200 km of underground cabling and installing 2,650 LED fixtures. About 95% of the runway lighting is now LED, slashing power demand from roughly 152 kW to 25 kW –...

By International Airport Review
Kremlin Says Russia Will Seek Clarification From US on Venezuela Oil Restrictions
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Kremlin Says Russia Will Seek Clarification From US on Venezuela Oil Restrictions

The U.S. Treasury issued a general license for Venezuelan oil and gas exploration that explicitly excludes Russian and Chinese entities, tightening restrictions on Moscow’s energy interests. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia will seek clarification from Washington to protect its substantial...

By ET EnergyWorld (The Economic Times)
Watch Diablo 4 Reveal the Second Class Coming with Lord of Hatred Here
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Watch Diablo 4 Reveal the Second Class Coming with Lord of Hatred Here

Blizzard will unveil Diablo 4's second class during a 30th‑anniversary livestream on February 13. The reveal is tied to the upcoming Lord of Hatred expansion, slated for release on April 28, and will also preview revamped skill trees and new end‑game mechanics. The...

By VG247
U.S. Army Seeks Counter-Drone Systems for Red Sands Trials
NewsFeb 11, 2026

U.S. Army Seeks Counter-Drone Systems for Red Sands Trials

The U.S. Army issued a Request for Information to support the 2026 Red Sands Hard Kill Challenge, targeting hard‑kill counter‑drone systems against Group 1‑3 small unmanned aerial systems. Led by USARCENT and the Army Armaments Center, the effort will field‑test technologies...

By Defence Blog
A Sofia Kourtesis DJ Kicks Is on the Way
NewsFeb 11, 2026

A Sofia Kourtesis DJ Kicks Is on the Way

Colombian producer Sofia Kourtesis will release a new DJ Kicks mix on March 27 through K7, opening the set with her first original track “Los Poemas No Siempre Riman.” The 21‑track compilation blends four of her own songs with exclusive contributions from...

By Pitchfork
U.S. Air Force Buys Chimera FPV Drones for Special Unit
NewsFeb 11, 2026

U.S. Air Force Buys Chimera FPV Drones for Special Unit

The U.S. Air Force has awarded a sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price contract to Oak Grove Technologies for its Chimera small unmanned aerial systems, fulfilling an urgent requirement of the 1st Special Operations Wing at Hurlburt Field. The procurement includes Chimera FPV drones...

By Defence Blog
How the Hedge Strategy Will Impact the US Navy’s Future Capabilities
NewsFeb 11, 2026

How the Hedge Strategy Will Impact the US Navy’s Future Capabilities

The U.S. Navy’s newly announced Hedge Strategy seeks to rebuild its surface fleet around lethal, modular and affordable platforms. By emphasizing flexibility and cost‑effectiveness, the plan aims to halt the chronic schedule slips and budget overruns that have plagued recent...

By Shephard Media
Al-Ula Marks Middle East ATC First
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Al-Ula Marks Middle East ATC First

Al‑Ula International Airport in Saudi Arabia has become the Middle East’s first fully remote air traffic control facility, with controllers operating from a centre in Jeddah 550 km away. The digital tower uses high‑definition cameras, sensors and a 4K 360° videowall...

By Airports International
Ore Energy Pilots 100-Hour Iron-Air BESS at EDF Lab in France
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Ore Energy Pilots 100-Hour Iron-Air BESS at EDF Lab in France

Ore Energy completed Europe’s first 100‑hour iron‑air long‑duration energy storage pilot at EDF Lab les Renardières, demonstrating multi‑day grid‑connected operation. The test, part of the EU‑backed StoRIES program, ran for several months under varied load profiles and seasonal conditions, moving...

By Energy Storage News
Moldova. EU – Yes; CIS – No; Unirea – Not This Time
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Moldova. EU – Yes; CIS – No; Unirea – Not This Time

Moldova announced its formal exit from the Commonwealth of Independent States, signaling a decisive break from a key Russian‑linked institution. At the same time, Chişinău is accelerating its integration with the European Union under President Maia Sandu’s pro‑Western agenda. Public...

By Defence24 (Poland)
We’re in a Trade-Down Economy, and Ulta Is Winning
NewsFeb 11, 2026

We’re in a Trade-Down Economy, and Ulta Is Winning

Consumer confidence has fallen to a decade low, prompting a trade‑down in spending as Americans cut big‑ticket indulgences and shift toward essentials. Even high‑income households are frequenting discount retailers like Walmart and Costco, reflecting broader budget pressure. Ulta Beauty’s hybrid...

By Fast Company  Retail
What Oscar History Predicts for This Year's Best Picture Nominees
NewsFeb 11, 2026

What Oscar History Predicts for This Year's Best Picture Nominees

The Envelope analyses this year’s Best Picture slate by matching each nominee to historic Oscar winners, drawing parallels in genre, theme, and narrative structure. Guillermo del Toro’s "Frankenstein" echoes the fantastical romance of 2018’s "The Shape of Water," while Ryan Coogler’s...

By Los Angeles Times – Entertainment & Arts
6 Essential Desert Reads
NewsFeb 11, 2026

6 Essential Desert Reads

The article curates six essential books that capture the Southwest’s desert spirit, ranging from Mary Austin’s 1903 lyrical essays to Forrest Gander’s 2024 poetic meditation. Classics like Edward Abbey’s *Desert Solitaire* introduced the region’s fragile beauty to a national audience,...

By Los Angeles Times – Entertainment & Arts
NIH Researchers Identify Four-Marker Blood Test That May Improve Early Pancreatic Cancer Detection
NewsFeb 11, 2026

NIH Researchers Identify Four-Marker Blood Test That May Improve Early Pancreatic Cancer Detection

NIH‑backed researchers reported a four‑marker blood test that improves early detection of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. The panel combines CA19‑9, THBS2, ANPEP and PIGR, achieving 91.9% overall accuracy at a 5% false‑positive rate and 87.5% sensitivity for stage I‑II disease. The study...

By Dark Daily
David’s Sling Air Defense System Validates Combat Lessons in a Recent Test Campaign
NewsFeb 11, 2026

David’s Sling Air Defense System Validates Combat Lessons in a Recent Test Campaign

Israel’s David’s Sling medium‑to‑long‑range interceptor completed a rigorous test campaign that incorporated real‑time combat lessons from Operation Rising Lion. The trials, run by the Israeli Missile Defense Organization with U.S. MDA support, validated a suite of upgrades that improve interception of missiles, rockets,...

By Defense Update
Uranium Exposure in Children Near Johannesburg Mine Tailings Raises Public Health Concerns
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Uranium Exposure in Children Near Johannesburg Mine Tailings Raises Public Health Concerns

Researchers measured uranium in soil and children’s hair near Johannesburg gold‑mine tailings, revealing markedly higher exposure than a non‑mining reference site in Durban. Median hair uranium was 17.07 µg/kg versus 8.12 µg/kg, while residential soil showed a 10% concentration increase. Girls and...

By AZoMining
Sky to Offer ‘World-First’ Major Streamers Bundle
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Sky to Offer ‘World-First’ Major Streamers Bundle

Sky announced a world‑first bundle that combines Netflix, Disney+, Hayu and HBO Max under a single Sky TV subscription. The partnership adds Disney+ immediately, HBO Max becomes available on 26 March, and Hayu’s reality‑TV lineup joins in July. All services are delivered through...

By TVBEurope
European Energy Wins 116MW UK Solar CFDs
NewsFeb 11, 2026

European Energy Wins 116MW UK Solar CFDs

European Energy secured Contracts for Difference for three solar farms in the UK, totaling 116 MWp, at a strike price of £65.23 /MWh. The projects—Church Farm, Manor Farm and Old Hall Farm—were awarded in Allocation Round 7a, which delivered 14.7 GW of clean power...

By reNEWS
Japan Hands Philippines Radars to Keep Closer Eye on China
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Japan Hands Philippines Radars to Keep Closer Eye on China

Japan officially handed over five coastal radar systems to the Philippines under its 2023 Official Security Assistance program. The equipment, which includes surveillance, communications and support components, is designed to enhance the Philippine Navy’s maritime domain awareness and support ISR,...

By Asia Times – Defense
AI, Defence and Energy Transition to Drive India’s Next Capex Wave: Chetan Ahya
NewsFeb 11, 2026

AI, Defence and Energy Transition to Drive India’s Next Capex Wave: Chetan Ahya

Morgan Stanley’s Chetan Ahya says India is entering a new capex wave driven by a global industrial cycle revival, stronger non‑tech exports, and three structural trends: AI‑related infrastructure, higher defence spending, and the energy‑transition push. He notes that the Indian...

By ET EnergyWorld (The Economic Times)
LiveU Spotlights Three Broadcast Priorities at NAB Show 2026
NewsFeb 11, 2026

LiveU Spotlights Three Broadcast Priorities at NAB Show 2026

At NAB Show 2026, LiveU introduced its most extensive IP‑video ecosystem, centered on the new LU900Q field unit with native LiveU IQ connectivity. The company also displayed LiveU Nexus, a universal gateway that normalises IP feeds, and LiveU Studio, a...

By TVBEurope
New Medicaid Work Rules Likely To Hit Middle-Aged Adults Hard
NewsFeb 11, 2026

New Medicaid Work Rules Likely To Hit Middle-Aged Adults Hard

Starting in January, new Medicaid work requirements will compel about 20 million low‑income adults in 42 states to log at least 80 hours of work, volunteering, or schooling each month to retain coverage. The rules disproportionately affect middle‑aged adults, especially women...

By KFF Health News (formerly Kaiser Health News)
End of Enhanced Obamacare Subsidies Puts Tribal Health Lifeline at Risk
NewsFeb 11, 2026

End of Enhanced Obamacare Subsidies Puts Tribal Health Lifeline at Risk

Tribal health‑insurance programs that rely on ACA premium subsidies are facing a funding crisis after the enhanced tax credits expired at the end of 2025. Premiums have surged, forcing tribes like Fort Peck and Blackfeet to limit enrollment and risk...

By KFF Health News (formerly Kaiser Health News)
ING Groep NV Sells 64,648 Shares of GE Aerospace $GE
NewsFeb 11, 2026

ING Groep NV Sells 64,648 Shares of GE Aerospace $GE

ING Groep NV trimmed its GE Aerospace holding by 38.3%, selling 64,648 shares and leaving a 104,299‑share position worth roughly $31.4 million. The reduction came as other institutions, notably Norges Bank, Jennison Associates, Vanguard, Lazard and Geode Capital, expanded their stakes,...

By DefenseWorld/DW
Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary Directs Power Utilities to Ensure Uninterrupted Supply During Summer
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary Directs Power Utilities to Ensure Uninterrupted Supply During Summer

Andhra Pradesh chief secretary K Vijayanand ordered power utilities to guarantee uninterrupted, 24 × 7 electricity during the upcoming summer. He emphasized rapid commissioning of the Polavaram Hydel Power Project, with the first seven 80‑MW units slated for July 2027, delivering 960 MW of clean...

By ET EnergyWorld (The Economic Times)
Ørsted Takes Delivery of First Hornsea 3 Monopiles
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Ørsted Takes Delivery of First Hornsea 3 Monopiles

Ørsted has received the first six monopiles for the Hornsea 3 offshore wind project at Teesside, marking the start of on‑site works for what will become the world’s largest offshore wind farm. The steel foundations, supplied by Haizea, weigh about 1,670 tonnes...

By reNEWS
Guidance: Military Low Flying: MOD Sponsored Air Exercises
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Guidance: Military Low Flying: MOD Sponsored Air Exercises

The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) has been continuously publishing and updating a detailed schedule of military low‑flying air exercises from early 2021 through early 2026. Each entry lists a specific week‑long window during which training flights are authorised, reflecting...

By UK Ministry of Defence (GOV.UK)
BioRestorative Concludes Phase II BRTX-100 Trial Enrolment for cLDD
NewsFeb 11, 2026

BioRestorative Concludes Phase II BRTX-100 Trial Enrolment for cLDD

BioRestorative Therapies announced completion of patient enrollment for its Phase II BRTX‑100 trial in chronic lumbar disc disease, enrolling 99 subjects at 15 U.S. sites. The double‑blind, sham‑controlled study randomizes participants 2:1 to receive an autologous hypoxically cultured mesenchymal stem cell...

By Hospital Management
TotalEnergies Cuts Buybacks as Low Oil, Gas Prices Weigh on Profits
NewsFeb 11, 2026

TotalEnergies Cuts Buybacks as Low Oil, Gas Prices Weigh on Profits

TotalEnergies announced a 62% reduction in its Q1 share buyback, lowering the program to $750 million after a fourth‑quarter adjusted net income of $3.8 billion fell 13% year‑on‑year. The cut reflects weaker oil and gas prices that offset a 215% surge in...

By ET EnergyWorld (The Economic Times)
“Unleash the Kraken,” Bellows Skull and Bones, Which Somehow Still Exists
NewsFeb 11, 2026

“Unleash the Kraken,” Bellows Skull and Bones, Which Somehow Still Exists

Ubisoft has launched the "Eye of the Beast" season for its troubled open‑world pirate title Skull and Bones, introducing a multi‑phase Kraken boss and a new Corvette support vessel. The update also revives the Founding Event to celebrate the game’s...

By Rock Paper Shotgun
HERC for Modernisation, Efficiency in Power Distribution System
NewsFeb 11, 2026

HERC for Modernisation, Efficiency in Power Distribution System

Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC) is pushing for modernisation and efficiency in the state’s power distribution network, urging companies to cut AT&C losses and boost consumer satisfaction. At a public hearing, Chairman Nand Lal Sharma highlighted the need for network...

By ET EnergyWorld (The Economic Times)
New GSMA Report Shows Low-Band Spectrum Is Required to Tackle the Rural Connectivity Gap and Help Unlock Rural Economic Growth
NewsFeb 11, 2026

New GSMA Report Shows Low-Band Spectrum Is Required to Tackle the Rural Connectivity Gap and Help Unlock Rural Economic Growth

The GSMA’s new report finds that allocating additional sub‑1 GHz spectrum is essential for closing the rural digital divide. Adding just 50 MHz of low‑band spectrum can lift rural 4G coverage by 7 percentage points and 5G coverage by 11 percentage points, while also...

By GSMA Newsroom
Cold War Battlescruiser, Modern Price: Russia’s Costly Admiral Nakhimov Upgrade
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Cold War Battlescruiser, Modern Price: Russia’s Costly Admiral Nakhimov Upgrade

Russia has completed a costly, decade‑long modernization of the Kirov‑class battlecruiser Admiral Nakhimov, with estimates of up to $5 billion invested. The refit equips the 28,000‑ton nuclear‑powered ship with a new vertical launch system capable of firing up to 80 Kalibr or...

By Naval News
Imagine Communications Supports IP Migration at Rai
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Imagine Communications Supports IP Migration at Rai

Italian public broadcaster Rai has awarded Imagine Communications a three‑year frame contract to deploy its Selenio Network Processor (SNP) as the core of its migration from SDI to IP across master and production control rooms. The SNP will act as...

By TVBEurope
Maritime Divide: Why the Philippines Is Failing Its Seas
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Maritime Divide: Why the Philippines Is Failing Its Seas

Philippines’ maritime governance remains fragmented, leading to severe fisheries losses, safety failures, and costly logistics. Overfishing and weak enforcement cause an annual loss of about 45 million kilograms of fish, while ferry disasters like the MV Trisha Kerstin 3 highlight systemic safety...

By Asia Times – Defense
South Korean Shipyard Joins U.S. Navy Ship Repair Program
NewsFeb 11, 2026

South Korean Shipyard Joins U.S. Navy Ship Repair Program

South Korean shipbuilder SK Oceanplant signed a Master Ship Repair Agreement with the U.S. Navy. The agreement, granted after passing a NAVSUP port security assessment, authorizes the yard to compete for maintenance, repair and overhaul contracts on U.S. warships. SK...

By Defence Blog
Future-Ready Navigation for Naval Operations: SYNAPSIS Delivers a Unified and Integrated Platform for Modern Naval Missions
NewsFeb 11, 2026

Future-Ready Navigation for Naval Operations: SYNAPSIS Delivers a Unified and Integrated Platform for Modern Naval Missions

Anschütz unveiled SYNAPSIS, a unified, sensor‑agnostic navigation and tactical platform for modern warships. The system consolidates chart, sensor, and combat data into a single maritime picture via its Consistent Common Reference System, enhancing situational awareness and decision speed. SYNAPSIS WECDIS NX...

By Naval News