Huawei announced that it will unveil the telecom industry’s first AI‑Native framework for intelligent operations at MWC Barcelona 2026, accompanied by a new generation of AI‑driven solutions. The framework is built around outcome‑oriented intelligence, digital‑twin‑network (DTN) and domain‑model driven architecture, and a novel "Agentic Operations" model that fuses human expertise with AI agents. Huawei says the approach will shift operators from incremental automation to fully autonomous, value‑focused network management. The launch positions Huawei at the forefront of AI‑powered telecom transformation as 5G‑Advanced and 6G rollouts accelerate.

The PlayStation Store backend now lists title IDs for Grand Theft Auto 6, indicating that pre‑orders could go live soon. Rockstar continues to target a November 2026 launch while planning a major summer marketing push. The update follows months of silence,...
A surprise US‑Israel strike on Iran triggered an immediate shutdown of Gulf airspace, leaving thousands of travelers—including ITB Berlin delegates—in Doha, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Bahrain stranded. Major carriers such as Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad scrambled to provide emergency...

Huawei announced at MWC 2026 the launch of an open‑source project for its A2A‑T (Agent‑to‑Agent for Telecom) protocol software, including an SDK, Registry Center, and low‑code Orchestration Center. The A2A‑T protocol, built on the IG1453 beta and IG1453A meta‑model, aims...
At MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei announced a complete U6GHz product suite designed to boost 5G‑Advanced performance and lay groundwork for 6G. The portfolio includes macro AAUs with 256 transceivers delivering up to 100 Gbps downlink, indoor small cells with 400 MHz bandwidth,...

OpenAI signed a Pentagon contract within hours of Anthropic being barred from federal use, agreeing to provide its models for “all lawful purposes” while drawing three red‑line restrictions on domestic mass surveillance, autonomous weapons, and high‑risk automated decisions. The agreement’s...
XGN Global and X1 Mobile have unveiled the world’s first commercial rugged smartphone capable of receiving 5G Broadcast television signals, targeting first‑responder use cases. The device delivers free, subscription‑free live video, audio and emergency alerts in under half a second,...

NBC’s Saturday Night Live aired a cut‑for‑time sketch titled “Tourette’s,” lampooning the recent BAFTA controversy where campaigner John Davidson involuntarily shouted a racial slur. The sketch featured impersonations of high‑profile figures such as J.K. Rowling, Mel Gibson, Armie Hammer, Ye and...

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an El Salvadorian granted withholding of removal, asked a Tennessee federal judge to dismiss human‑smuggling charges, alleging vindictive prosecution by the Department of Justice. After an unlawful, warrant‑less arrest and mistaken deportation, the Supreme Court ordered his return,...

USG Corporation has launched Sheetrock® Brand UltraLight Tough Panels, a new lightweight, high‑durability drywall that cuts transportation‑related greenhouse‑gas emissions. The product stems from USG’s Corporate Innovation Centre, leveraging advances in materials science to maintain strength while reducing weight. Lighter panels...

Final Fantasy 14 now lets players experience almost the entire Main Scenario Quest solo, with only a few eight‑player boss fights requiring a group. The shift follows Creative Studio 3’s effort since Shadowbringers to reduce social pressure while preserving the game’s MMO...

Chinese commercial launch provider CAS Space is set to fly its reusable Kinetica‑2 rocket in late March from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, carrying a prototype of the Qingzhou‑1 cargo spacecraft. The 53‑metre, three‑stage vehicle uses three YF‑102 kerosene‑LOX engines per...
Following US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran and the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, crude oil prices surged, with WTI at $67.29 and Brent at $72.87. Barclays raised its Brent forecast to $100 per barrel, citing heightened supply‑disruption risk...

The Indian cabinet’s Economic Affairs Committee has cleared the initial public offering of India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd (IIFCL), a fully government‑owned NBFC‑ND‑IFC. The approval aligns with the Budget 2026‑27 emphasis on disinvestment and capital‑market listings for public‑sector entities. IIFCL...

Trek Bicycle Corporation and its sister brand Electra are recalling nearly 20,000 e‑bikes sold in the United States due to a rear‑wheel bolt defect that can cause the wheel to separate. The recall targets specific 2026 model‑year FX+ 1, FX+ 1S, Townie Go! Step Thru...
Major oil majors and leading trading houses have suspended crude and fuel shipments through the Strait of Hormuz as the Iran‑Israel‑US conflict escalates. Israel launched a pre‑emptive strike on Iran, followed by U.S. air and naval attacks, prompting heightened security...
The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) granted permission for the First Pour of Concrete (FPC) on February 24, marking the start of construction for Kaiga Nuclear Power Plant units 5 and 6. Both units are 700 MWe pressurised heavy‑water reactors (PHWR) using an indigenous...

The Airbus A350‑1000 measures 242 ft 1 in, about 18 ft longer than Boeing’s 787‑10, which is 224 ft 0 in. It also offers a 9,000 nm range versus the 787‑10’s 6,330 nm, targeting high‑capacity long‑haul routes. Airbus has secured 367 firm orders for the A350‑1000, just ten more...

Medabots Survivors, a survivor‑action title from Imagineer, currently offers no active redeem codes despite expectations of future releases. The article notes that codes are typically tied to milestones such as updates or anniversaries and will be shared via official social...

High‑fidelity 3D experiences have struggled to reach millions because traditional delivery relies on downloading complete assets or expensive pixel‑streaming from cloud GPUs. Both approaches create latency, high infrastructure costs, and limited scalability. Miris introduced a true 3D streaming architecture that...

GSMA and Wing Venture Capital announced the Nova Future Summit, an invite‑only, closed‑door event for senior technology and telecom leaders. The three‑day summit will be held in Napa, California, from September 28‑30, bringing together CEOs, C‑suite executives, venture capitalists, and...
Australia’s energy sector saw a wave of senior appointments in early 2026, with CEOs installed at FRV Australia, Pilot Energy, Boundless Earth, Janus Electric, Endeavour Energy and several others. The Australian Energy Market Operator added two non‑executive directors and nominated...
Researchers at Adelaide University conducted the first in‑vivo study of salcaprozate sodium (SNAC), the absorption enhancer used in oral semaglutide tablets such as Ozempic and Wegovy. Over a 21‑day period in rats, repeated SNAC exposure reduced fibre‑degrading gut bacteria, lowered...
GoodTherapy’s Member Spotlight features licensed therapist Anna Aslanian, who emphasizes the importance of matching clients with therapists who specialize in their specific concerns. She advises first‑timers to prioritize expertise and personal comfort, noting that a strong therapeutic bond is essential...
India’s Andaman Basin is seeing a major push in oil exploration after 63.5% of the 600,000‑sq‑km no‑go zone was cleared for drilling, a move Lieutenant Governor Admiral D.K. Joshi says could help lift the country from its current $4 trillion GDP...

Executive Secretary Ralph Recto was commissioned as an auxiliary vice admiral of the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary during a ceremony aboard BRP Teresa Magbanua, highlighting the administration’s push to strengthen maritime governance. The government allocated ₱42.52 billion to the Coast Guard this year...
Avelo Airlines announced it will keep its flight schedule active through mid‑November 2026, allowing bookings to more than 30 popular U.S. and Caribbean destinations. One‑way fares start at $42 and children 14 and under travel free with an adult. The carrier...
Visa announced a new sub‑regional structure covering Egypt, Libya and Sudan, part of its broader North Africa, Levant and Pakistan growth strategy. The reorganisation appoints Malak El Baba as country manager for the three markets and moves veteran Ahmed Mohey...
Singapore Exchange’s listed equities posted an average daily turnover of S$1.7 billion in the first two months of 2026, reflecting heightened market activity. Institutional investors were net buyers in industrials, technology, materials and other sectors, while retail investors favored financial services,...
Sunset World Group is revamping its culinary offerings across six Cancun and Riviera Maya resorts by investing in European‑led haute cuisine training and expanding themed dining concepts such as the Azúcar restaurant. The brand continuously refreshes menus to accommodate allergens,...
Seabourn announced a fleet‑wide culinary refresh targeting its Seabourn Square cafés and The Colonnade dining venues. The updates introduce expanded breakfast and lunch menus featuring warm sandwiches, Roman‑style pizza, artisanal gelato, and a new specialty coffee program roasted onboard. Live...

Southwest Airlines announced a company‑wide ban on smart glasses and other wearable devices capable of recording audio or video for all employees, both on and off duty. The policy targets corporate staff, frontline crew, and contractors to eliminate the risk...

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office issued its strongest ever travel advisory for the Middle East after US‑Israel strikes on Iran, urging British nationals to avoid all but essential travel to the UAE, Turkey, Qatar, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain...
Backroads announced over 3,000 private‑group departure dates for its 2027 adventure portfolio, with pricing locked at 2026 rates through April 15, 2026. The early‑access program lets groups of any size reserve exclusive slots or take over unbooked departures, offering up to 100 %...

Famitsu’s March 1 2026 issue released scores for four titles, using its traditional four‑critic, 40‑point system. Tokyo Xtreme Racer led with a 33/40 aggregate, followed by Back to the Dawn at 32/40. Lovish and Haunted Manager each earned 30/40, indicating moderate reception....

Julio M. Ottino argues that true innovation emerges when art and science intersect, citing origami‑inspired NASA hardware as a modern example. He frames creativity as "cloud" thinking and execution as "clock" thinking, urging leaders to bridge these modes. Ottino offers...

Nintendo is shifting amiibo from affordable collectibles to premium figurines, raising new releases to $24.99‑$34.99 and retrofitting older titles at $19.99. The September 2025 Direct unveiled larger, higher‑detail figures—including costly Kirby Air Riders sets that can top $50. Despite the upscale...

China’s foreign ministry called for an immediate cessation of Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iran, urging both parties to respect Iran’s sovereignty and resume dialogue. The statement followed unverified reports that Beijing may offer to mediate between Tehran and the...
Andhra Pradesh’s government has approved the off‑take of 300 MW of solar power from Adani Green Energy under the 2021 power supply agreement, after a 15‑month pause caused by U.S. bribery allegations. The approval comes with a rider that the state...

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) will not list its shares on its own platform when it goes public, citing Indian regulations that prohibit self‑listing. Instead, the IPO will be conducted as an Offer for Sale (OFS), allowing existing...

Canadian drama star Hudson Williams made a surprise cameo on NBC’s *Saturday Night Live* during Connor Storrie’s February 28 episode, joining a skating‑themed sketch. The appearance linked the hit series *Heated Rivalry* with the live‑television platform, creating a buzz moment that blended...
Rick Ardon and Susannah Carr have anchored 7News Perth together for 40 years, logging more than 10,000 nightly broadcasts and earning a Guinness World Record as the longest‑serving news‑anchor duo. Their partnership, which began in 1985, has become a trusted...

In 2026 the United Kingdom and Italy are the only NATO members operating both the Lockheed Martin F‑35 Lightning II and the Eurofighter Typhoon side by side. The F‑35 provides stealth, sensor fusion and networked warfare for contested environments, while the Typhoon...
Healthcare supply chains are evolving from back‑office cost centers to strategic assets that influence operating rooms, pharmacies, and executive decision‑making. Hospitals now align supply metrics with labor and revenue data, exposing cross‑functional savings that were previously siloed. Objective analytics and...

The Nugget Bridge glitch in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen lets players generate infinite Poké Dollars by repeatedly obtaining and selling Nuggets from a disguised Team Rocket Grunt. Each Nugget sells for 5,000 Poké Dollars, and a full cycle takes about 72 seconds,...

At MWC 2026, MobiMind announced a strategic pivot from pure aggregation to an AI‑powered intelligent monetization engine that emphasizes recurring, value‑based revenue. The company is investing in AI‑driven revenue orchestration, API‑first infrastructure, and advanced behavioral intelligence to boost yield per...

At Mobile World Congress 2026, Enea unveiled a three‑pillar portfolio—Optimize, Secure, Monetize—to help telecom operators and CPaaS providers cut costs, defend against AI‑driven threats, and generate new revenue streams. The strategy addresses shrinking margins, rising regulation, and sophisticated attackers by...

Freedom Telecom International (FTI) CEO Johannes Hummer says telecom operators are uniquely positioned to dominate the next wave of fintech by exploiting their massive customer bases, rich data intelligence, and existing billing infrastructure. He outlines three high‑impact focus areas: embedded...

Mara Brock Akil accepted the Producers Guild’s Norman Lear Achievement Award, reflecting on three decades of television production. She framed storytelling as cultural infrastructure that shapes perception and possibility. Akil highlighted her mentorship under Ralph Farquhar and the evolution from...

Passengers at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport were left stranded after a wave of flight cancellations triggered by airspace closures across the Middle East. The closures follow coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets, prompting the Ministry of Civil...