
Hospitality Design announced the 2026 Women in Design Awards honorees, recognizing six influential leaders during a breakfast session at the HD Expo + Conference on May 5. The awardees include Grace Escaño‑Maniatis (Auberge Collection), Heather Holdridge (Lake Flato), Kavitha Iyer (global hospitality design leader), Amy Jakubowski (Gensler), Kelly McFadden (Left Lane Development), and Suchi Reddy (Reddymade). Their work spans luxury portfolio development, sustainability engineering, human‑centered branding, mixed‑use luxury projects, adaptive‑reuse hotels, and neuroaesthetic design. The ceremony underscores the growing impact of women shaping hospitality architecture and design.

Phaser Editor introduces one‑time, fixed‑duration licences alongside its existing subscription plans. Developers can now purchase licences for one, three, or six months in either the Developer or Professional tier, eliminating auto‑renewal. The new system also adds licence transfer and gifting...

Gen II announced a strategic hire of the former head of CLO and loan agency services from US Bank, bolstering its private credit platform. The addition expands Gen II’s expertise in collateralized loan obligations and loan administration. The move reflects...
Sanrio and Crypton’s Hatsune Miku are releasing a new Sakura‑themed plush line featuring Cinnamoroll. Two four‑piece sets of 10 cm figures—one with the characters lying down, another standing—debut as Sega arcade prizes in Japan on March 13, 2026. The toys showcase Sakura Miku...

South Korean entertainment conglomerate HYBE reported FY 2025 revenue of 2.65 trillion KRW ($1.86 bn), a 17.5% YoY increase driven largely by a 69.4% surge in concert revenues to $537.5 m. Despite the topline growth, operating profit collapsed 72.9% to 49.9 bn KRW ($35.1 m), shrinking the...

GENERAL HVAC Solutions America introduced two new multi‑zone heat‑pump models, the AIRSTAGE Aquila and Aquila XLTH, expanding its H‑Series R‑32 lineup. The Aquila delivers up to 23 SEER2, 10.5 HSPF2 and heats to 5 °F, while the XLTH reaches 23.5 SEER2, 11.5 HSPF2 and operates...

The U.S. Space Force announced it plans to double its active‑duty Guardians from roughly 10,000 to 20,000 to meet expanding national‑security missions and counter threats from China and Russia. Chief Master Sergeant John Bentivegna reported the service is already at...
Disney agreed to pay $2.75 million to settle California Attorney General claims it breached the state’s privacy law by not honoring user opt‑out requests. The settlement requires Disney to create a consumer‑friendly, easy‑to‑execute opt‑out process and to cease cross‑context behavioral advertising...
Hanam’s mayor Lee Hyun‑jae hosted Eric Trump to showcase the city’s K‑Star World, a 900,000‑square‑meter entertainment complex aimed at turning the Seoul suburb into a K‑pop tourism hub. The plan includes a five‑star hotel, a performance arena, film studios and a...

NetEase Cloud Music announced that its independent‑artist ecosystem surpassed one million registered creators, contributing over 5.6 million tracks by the end of FY 2025. Subscription revenue grew 13.3% year‑over‑year to RMB 5.1 billion, while total online‑music revenue rose 12% to RMB 6.0 billion. Despite a slight...

The phase III LAIS trial showed that loberamisal, a novel neuroprotectant, raised the proportion of acute ischemic‑stroke patients achieving an excellent functional outcome (mRS 0‑1) to 69.7% versus 56.4% with placebo when given within 48 hours of symptom onset. The study enrolled 997...

A bipartisan group of 100 lawmakers, led by Reps. Yvette Clarke and Michael Lawler, sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security urging an exemption from the $100,000 H‑1B filing fee for health‑care workers. The request is backed by...

The Department of Defense has long struggled with the high cost and long timelines of traditional missile programs, where a single system can exceed millions of dollars. To counter this, the Naval Postgraduate School introduced the Tactical Missile Innovation Challenge,...

The Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) has unveiled a $100 million Small Molecule Approaches for Rapid and Robust Treatment Prize to spur antiviral drug development. The competition targets viruses in the Togaviridae and Flaviviridae families, including dengue, Zika, West...

Kainova Therapeutics announced a CAD 32 million first close of its Series B financing, led by Investissement Québec and supported by existing backers. The funding brings total venture capital to about $90 million USD and will accelerate development of its GPCR‑focused drug candidates. Lead...

Riley Children’s Health’s pediatric palliative care department launched a bereavement program that uses memory‑making and legacy projects to support families after a child’s death. The initiative, developed with input from clinicians and bereaved parents, aims to create a scalable model...

The American Hospital Association hosted a webinar during its 2026 Rural Health Care Leadership Conference to guide rural providers through available grant programs. Speakers including AHA EVP Michelle Hood and Sanford Health CEO Bill Gassen highlighted practical funding strategies and...
Ghost Gaming announced the three‑day "Build Together: Gaming, Storytelling & Belonging" event for Feb. 20‑22 in Atlanta, spanning Georgia State University and Spelman College. The initiative, backed by Ghost Launchpad, Shine A Light Gaming, Georgia Humanities and other partners, aims...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention abruptly cancelled multi‑year public‑health grants that had already been awarded to jurisdictions in Democratic‑led states. The rescinded funding includes Public Health Infrastructure Grants and programs targeting HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. The...

The U.S. Army and NATO allies showcased the Dynamic Front exercise, targeting the ability to intercept 600‑1,200 ballistic missiles and engage 1,500 targets within 24 hours. Brig. Gen. Stephen Carpenter emphasized creating an overwhelming, unrelenting response to any peer aggression...
Air Tahiti Nui announced Lionel Guérin as its new chief executive officer, effective February 11, 2026. Guérin, a former deputy CEO of Air France and founder of Airlinair, brings extensive airline restructuring experience to the Pacific carrier. The airline, which...
Natural‑gas futures surged early Thursday after the Energy Information Administration reported a 249 Bcf net withdrawal for the week ending Feb. 6, marking a second consecutive week of above‑average draws. The data lifted front‑month prices as traders priced in tighter supplies, but...
Albertsons Companies has entered OpenAI’s ChatGPT Ads pilot, joining Target, Williams‑Sonoma and Omnicom in testing conversational advertising. The retailer will run Valentine’s Day‑focused ads that appear when users ask for gifts, recipes or party ideas. Ads will be clearly labeled...

CK Hutchison Holdings has invoked a bilateral investment treaty as Panama’s Supreme Court moves to deem the 1997 law that underpins its Balboa and Cristóbal terminal concessions unconstitutional. The pending ruling threatens to make the ports’ operations illegal, prompting the...
Saudi Arabia’s Future Aviation Forum (FAF) returned to Riyadh, showcasing rapid aviation growth and Vision 2030 ambition. The 2024 edition logged more than 100 agreements worth $20 billion, positioning FAF alongside ICAO Assemblies and the Dubai Airshow. Passenger traffic rose 9.6% in...
TotalEnergies announced that Mexico’s Energía Costa Azul LNG terminal is expected to enter service later this year, adding a new export hub on the Pacific coast. The company projects a total LNG output of 44 Mt per year from its combined...
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is set to launch on PS5 and PC on March 16, 2026, with a mobile release a week later on March 23, 2026. The game follows Tristan Liones, the son of series protagonists Meliodas and...

AGL Energy has begun charging and discharging its first gigawatt‑scale battery, the 500 MW/1,000 MWh Liddell project located beside the de‑commissioned Liddell coal plant. The battery will be commissioned in two 250 MW/500 MWh stages, with the first expected within two months and the...
Blanc de Blanc Uncorked, an adults‑only champagne‑themed cabaret on Carnival Encounter, was marketed as a premium ticketed alternative to traditional cruise entertainment. The reviewer gave it a one‑star verdict, citing a lack of artistic merit, reliance on shock value, forced...
Natural gas cash prices showed regional divergence on Thursday, with the Henry Hub benchmark rising to $3.425 per MMBtu, up 18 cents, while the NGI Spot Gas National Average slipped 2 cents to $2.955 per MMBtu. The overall market trend...

The European Commission’s draft Digital Networks Act (DNA) would require every new passenger vehicle sold in the EU to include a radio receiver capable of digital (DAB+) and analog broadcasts. The proposal aims to preserve terrestrial radio as a public‑safety...

Respawn Entertainment unveiled the Road Ahead 2026 roadmap for Apex Legends, outlining content through Season 32. Season 28 launches now with Hardlight, Fuse rework, and updates to Bloodhound and Catalyst. Future seasons introduce new legends, a Skirmisher, Recon overhaul, Akimbo...

Bluepoch Games has launched Phase II of the 2026 Mystery Box Carnival in Reverse 1999, transporting the game’s timeline from 1999 to a stylised 1936 Paris. The update introduces two new 6‑star Arcanists—Brume, a Parisian taxi driver, and Beryl, a legendary diviner—alongside...

Telepsychiatry startup Talkiatry closed a $210 million Series D round, bringing total capital raised above $400 million. The funding, led by Perceptive Advisors with participation from Andreessen Horowitz and others, will support scaling its virtual psychiatry platform, which currently employs over 800 psychiatrists...

The Government Accountability Office released a report highlighting gaps in the Coast Guard’s handling of discrimination complaints, known as social climate incidents. The GAO identified 112 reported incidents from fiscal 1998‑2024, 79% of which involved race or ethnicity, with more...

ARC Raiders sold over 14 million copies in just three months, delivering roughly $560 million in revenue and accounting for a significant share of Nexon's $3.1 billion earnings. The title outperformed many recent AAA blockbusters despite launching alongside heavyweight franchises like Battlefield 6 and...

A Michigan hospital, likely McLaren Northern Michigan, is accused by internet personality Josh Clarke of allowing staff to view his medical records, take selfies in his treatment area, and conceal his presence on a notice board. Clarke’s video alleges that...

Roadside Research has launched into early access with a strong emphasis on cooperative play, supporting up to four players per session. The game works on both Xbox Game Pass and Steam, allowing hosts to create dedicated co‑op saves and invite...

Vista Energy reported a 57% jump in proved and probable reserves to 588 MMboe at the end of 2025, driven largely by the acquisition of Petronas assets. The reserve replacement ratio surged to 605% overall and 260% on a organic basis....

Public Media Infrastructure (PMI) announced its inaugural board of trustees, chaired by LaFontaine Oliver of New York Public Radio. The nonprofit, launched by a coalition including APMG, PRX, and NPR affiliates, secured a five‑year, $57 million grant from the Corporation for...
HoYoVerse confirmed that Nangong Yu, the third member of the in‑game idol group Angels of Delusion, will become a playable character in Zenless Zone Zero version 2.7. The update, slated for March 24, 2026, introduces her as an Ether‑damage Agent...

Iran’s civil space program is now a conduit for evading UN sanctions, channeling billions through a shadow banking network to acquire dual‑use microelectronics. FinCEN estimates the covert financial system handles over $9 billion annually, laundering oil revenues via Hong Kong, UAE and...

Ubisoft announced a 200‑person voluntary departure plan, the largest single layoff since 2020, affecting roughly 1 % of its 17,000‑employee workforce. The cuts target corporate headquarters as part of a broader restructuring that also eliminates remote‑work flexibility, sparking discontent among staff....
U.S. natural‑gas forward prices slipped again this week as the market eases from the January cold snap. Prompt‑month contracts fell 26.7 cents, while regional basis spreads showed mixed movement. SoCal Citygate basis peaked near $1.90/MMBtu for 2028 deliveries, whereas Malin remained...

Amazon Pharmacy announced a same‑day delivery rollout to nearly 4,500 cities by 2026, adding roughly 2,000 new communities including Idaho and Massachusetts. The expansion leverages Amazon’s logistics network, Prime discounts and One Medical kiosks that let Los Angeles patients pick up...

The White House plans to rescind the 2009 EPA endangerment finding, removing federal authority to regulate carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. The article argues that this deregulation will shift health costs to disadvantaged communities, citing decades of research linking...
Oddin.gg announced it has secured a sports betting vendor license in Maryland, marking its seventh North American jurisdiction. The state’s betting market generated over $6.6 billion in wagers in 2025, adding significant volume to Oddin.gg’s portfolio. The company already operates in...

BioCentury’s editorial warns that the current director of the FDA’s Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) is jeopardizing patient safety and destabilizing the pharmaceutical industry. The author cites the director’s handling of Moderna’s flu vaccine as a recent example...

Ubisoft has relaunched the Bloody Valentine event in The Division 2, reintroducing the coveted Bloody Houndsman mask, gloves and backpack. Players must hunt down randomly spawning Mini Warhounds to earn a bounty that reveals the Houndsman's location and unlocks the outfit...

ALG Vacations unveiled its 2026 event calendar, a purpose‑driven lineup designed to match travel advisors’ business goals, market focus, and development stages. The schedule mixes elite revenue‑tier retreats, large‑scale educational fam trips, the WAVEMAKER networking gathering, and new Kindness and...