
LSU Athletics has inked a multi‑year extension with Guaranty Media, preserving the broadcaster’s role as the flagship of the LSU Sports Radio Network. Eagle 98.1 (WDGL) will stay the primary home for football, baseball and men’s basketball, while Talk 107.3 (WBRP) remains the flagship for women’s basketball and softball. Guaranty will also continue producing a slate of sports‑talk shows across its Baton Rouge stations, reinforcing year‑round coverage. The deal sustains a partnership that has anchored LSU’s audio presence since 1998.

Hub Entertainment Research surveyed 3,733 U.S. sports fans and found that 87% are frustrated trying to locate live games across fragmented streaming services. Tools like ESPN’s “Where to Watch” and Roku’s “Sports Zone” were praised by 70% and 60% of...
U.S.‑Iran tensions have pushed oil prices into double‑digit gains, forcing airlines onto longer, fuel‑intensive routes and inflating operating costs. Despite the headwinds, analysts highlight Southwest Airlines, Allegiant Travel, and Copa Holdings as resilient picks due to cost‑control measures and strong...
CipherX, a biotech start‑up specializing in microneedle platforms, partnered with Connect 2 Cleanrooms to install a 12 m² soft‑wall cleanroom for pilot production. The modular unit, validated to ISO 14644 class 7, was delivered and fully operational within 48 hours. Its PVC curtains, steel framing and...
Esentia Energy Systems and Siemens Energy have signed an agreement to upgrade the Wahalajara pipeline system, which transports natural gas from the West Texas Waha hub to Mexico. The upgrade is designed to lift daily throughput to roughly 2 billion cubic...

The Iran‑U.S. conflict is spilling into the Gulf, forcing BRICS to confront its first major geopolitical test since the 2024 expansion. While Russia and China back Tehran’s strategic autonomy, India adopts a cautious stance to protect its Chabahar‑linked trade interests....

Nothing Technology Ltd received a First Gazette notice after failing to file its 2024 accounts, triggering a potential strike‑off process that could dissolve the company within two months. The overdue filing was due by 31 December 2025, and the latest publicly available...
Investment in 5G Standalone (5G SA) is emerging as the backbone of next‑generation telecom networks, delivering roughly 23% lower latency and tighter quality‑of‑service control than non‑standalone deployments. China now commands about 80% of SA samples, while Europe lingers in single‑digit penetration,...
Justice Neil Gorsuch issued a lone dissent when the Supreme Court declined to review Jaron Burnett's petition challenging the use of a pre‑ponderance standard for supervised‑release violations that extended his incarceration beyond the statutory maximum. Burnett, originally sentenced to 105...

Heart Machine, the LA‑based indie studio behind Hyper Light Drifter, Solar Ash and Possessor(s), has voluntarily recognized a union with the Communications Workers of America. The “wall‑to‑wall” unit represents all frontline employees after a super‑majority voted for representation. The move...

Japanese indie studio Shiromofu Factory has launched Dungeon Antiqua 2, a retro‑styled 2D pixel‑art dungeon RPG, worldwide on Google Play for $1.99. The sequel builds on its December 2024 predecessor with six procedurally explored dungeons, a vision stat that reveals...

The European Union adopted two regulations in February that create a list of "safe" countries of origin and introduce the notion of safe third countries. The list currently includes Bangladesh, Colombia, Egypt, Kosovo, India, Morocco and Tunisia, and permits automatic...

Israeli officials and U.S. think tanks are warning that Turkey could become a strategic rival comparable to Iran, citing President Erdogan’s authoritarian turn and regional ambitions. The article argues the "new Iran" label is misleading because Turkey lacks Iran’s ideological...
A classically trained opera singer has reinvented his career by becoming a car salesman who films himself belting arias on the dealership lot. He writes original lyrics that describe each vehicle and posts the performances on TikTok and Instagram, where...
Southwest Airlines flight 2094 from Nashville to Fort Lauderdale diverted to Atlanta after a passenger’s audible prayers and a repeating timer alarm raised security concerns. Crew and passengers reported the behavior as suspicious, prompting the captain to land the aircraft...

Airbus is building an integrated connectivity platform that merges terrestrial mobile infrastructure with low‑Earth‑orbit satellite constellations to deliver uninterrupted, gate‑to‑gate broadband for aircraft. The initiative includes a successful 5G non‑terrestrial network trial with Eutelsat’s OneWeb and the launch of the...

Airbus inaugurated an 880,000‑sq‑ft technology centre in Bengaluru, expanding its ‘Make in India’ footprint. The campus, designed for up to 5,000 staff, consolidates engineering, digital, customer services and procurement functions under one roof. Indian engineers will now support the full...

Telefonica has launched Spain's first indoor 5G Standalone network at Madrid's Plaza Norte 2 shopping centre, marking a national first. The deployment, powered by Vantage Towers' Distributed Antenna System, aims to deliver ultra‑low latency connectivity in a high‑density retail environment. While the...

Ozempic (semaglutide) is FDA‑approved for type‑2 diabetes but has become a popular off‑label weight‑loss drug, prompting shortages and easy online access for paying patients. Experts stress it should be reserved for individuals with diabetes or obesity who have failed diet...
Prologis broke ground on the final phase of its Port Crossing Commerce Center in La Porte, Texas, adding two new buildings totaling 290,000 square feet. The expansion pushes the park’s footprint above 2.7 million square feet across 11 structures, reinforcing...

The EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) now mandates that all non‑exempt CAN‑connectable products meet cybersecurity requirements by December 11 2027. Because CAN protocols lack built‑in security, manufacturers must perform system‑level risk assessments and adopt IEC 62443 security levels, ranging from physical‑access controls for...
Babcock & Wilcox has secured a $2.4 billion design‑build contract with Base Electron to deliver 1.2 GW of natural‑gas‑fired capacity for Applied Digital’s AI‑focused data‑center campuses. The project will install four 300‑MW gas‑boiler and steam‑turbine generator sets supplied by Siemens Energy, with construction...
Chinese manufacturer QJMotor has launched the SRK 421 RR, a 421 cc supersport that mirrors Kawasaki's ZX‑4RR performance while undercutting its price. The bike produces 76.4 hp and 28.8 lb‑ft of torque, weighs 176 kg—13 kg lighter than its Japanese rival—and features premium Brembo brakes, Marzocchi suspension,...

Ready Capital posted a $232 million loss for the fourth quarter, an improvement from a $314 million loss a quarter earlier, as it restructures a $1.5 billion commercial‑real‑estate loan portfolio. Non‑accrual loans surged to 25% of the book, roughly $1.3 billion, driven by a...

Data integrity remains a critical bottleneck in residential conveyancing, with 43% of transactions requiring extra enquiries due to incomplete or inaccurate information. Conveyancers report spending 41% of their workday chasing updates, directly eroding productivity and client confidence. Adoption of automation...
Operation Vital Signs, a national cyber‑security stress test, will be co‑hosted by the Health Sector Coordinating Council’s Cybersecurity Working Group and Health‑ISAC on July 21‑22. The virtual two‑day exercise simulates a cyber incident that threatens critical functions and patient safety across...

Chile’s state‑owned copper giant Codelco and Microsoft have signed an 18‑month collaboration framework to explore joint initiatives in artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, automation and digital security. The deal builds on more than 27 years of partnership between the two firms. Planned...

Escalating Middle‑East tensions have pushed oil prices higher, reigniting concerns over energy security. The volatility is prompting policymakers and utilities to revisit nuclear power as a reliable baseload source, especially for power‑hungry AI data centers. Uranium, the core fuel for...
Gold slipped to about $5,015 an ounce on Monday, a 3% intraday drop, before regaining most of the loss, as a stronger U.S. dollar and inflation‑driven rate worries kept investors on the sidelines. Silver, by contrast, rose over 2% to...

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has appointed Steve Murray as the regional representative for a newly created Central Region covering the Midlands and surrounding counties. Murray joins a team of six regional reps, completing BIFA’s UK coverage and aiming...
Logistics.com unveiled OptiBid 3, the latest version of its transportation procurement platform, enabling shippers to run multi‑mode freight bidding events and conduct advanced data analysis. The solution integrates directly with the company’s OptiManage 7 TMS, allowing procurement decisions to flow...
Target announced the launch of Free People’s intimates line, Intimately FP, in select stores and online, offering a 42‑style assortment priced under $48. The collection includes exclusive bralettes, underwear and seasonal colourways aimed at Gen Z shoppers. The move follows Target’s 2026...
Iran‑linked missile and drone attacks on U.S. allies have laid bare Britain’s dwindling ability to defend its forces abroad, highlighted by a recent drone strike on a UK base in Cyprus. The Royal Navy’s withdrawal of its last Gulf frigate...

STRABAG’s ZÜBLIN unit secured two contracts with Chilean copper giant Codelco for the Chuquicamata underground expansion, valued at $942 million. The scope covers more than 54 km of tunnels and related infrastructure, aiming to extend the mine’s life into the 2030s while...
Advanced machining, especially Swiss‑type lathes, is reshaping supply chains across medical, aerospace, and automotive sectors. Companies now prioritize reliability, ultra‑tight tolerances, and scalable production over pure cost. The rise of complex, high‑precision components demands deep material expertise and integrated quality...
Capella Hotel Group announced the appointment of Roland Fasel as president, effective 6 April 2026. Fasel brings over 30 years of luxury‑hospitality leadership, most recently as COO of Maybourne Hotel Group and previously as COO of Aman Resorts. He will oversee operational excellence and...

Operation Southern Spear, the U.S. Southern Command’s counter‑narco‑terror campaign, has conducted airstrikes that killed more than 150 people across the Caribbean and eastern Pacific. Canadian military personnel are embedded in SOUTHCOM and the Joint Integrated Task Force South, providing intelligence...
The 11th District Court of Appeals affirmed a four‑year prison term for Jason Slepsky, who pleaded no contest to aggravated vehicular homicide after his 2023 collision with a South Central Ambulance District (SCAD) ambulance killed a patient and injured two...

Marketing teams now track clicks, conversions and ROAS in real time, yet those metrics rarely reveal whether a campaign actually shifts brand perception. Measuring perception—trust, favorability, purchase intent—requires a pre‑campaign baseline built from surveys, social listening and behavioral signals. During...
Carlyle Group has signed a 10‑year lease for 150,036 square feet at SL Green’s 245 Park Avenue and an additional 52,121 square feet at Irvine Company’s 200 Park Avenue, bringing its new Manhattan footprint to more than 202,000 square feet. The 245 Park lease commands $175...

Pokémon Pokopia, the life‑simulation spin‑off from The Pokémon Company, offers a suite of purchasable upgrades that streamline crafting and exploration. The article highlights three priority upgrades—PP Up, Packing Tips, and the Handy Bag—that enhance attack stamina, inventory capacity, and quick‑access...

Edelweiss Financial Services has divested a 4.4% stake in its wholly‑owned subsidiary EAAA Alternatives India for ₹375 crore. The sale coincides with EAAA’s preparation for an IPO targeting up to ₹1,500 crore, as outlined in its draft red herring prospectus filed in...

Darden Restaurants’ chief people officer Sarah King is championing an inclusive workplace that now boasts roughly 60% women and people of color in its executive ranks. Four of the company’s brands—LongHorn Steakhouse, The Capital Grille, Eddie V’s Prime Seafood and Seasons 52—are...
Programmatic advertising has become the default buying method, with spend projected to reach $25 billion in 2025, representing roughly 88 % of digital display ads. Real‑time bidding (RTB) executes auctions in under 100 ms, linking demand‑side platforms (DSPs) and supply‑side platforms (SSPs) through...

Finnair Cargo has renewed its partnership with Accelya, keeping the Accelya Cargo platform as the backbone of its commercial, operational, ground‑handling and revenue‑accounting functions. The platform automates rating, warehouse operations, billing and settlement, delivering end‑to‑end accuracy across Finnair’s cargo network....

TNT Sports has secured a multi‑year English‑language partnership with the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), bringing men’s and women’s World Cup events to its linear channels and HBO Max streaming platform. Live coverage kicks off on March 11 with the FIBA Women’s...
Hospitals are turning to retrofits rather than new construction to meet tighter sustainability rules, budget constraints, and patient demand, according to a Schneider Electric and JLL white paper. The study examined nine energy‑and‑carbon conservation measures (ECCMs) across seven facilities in...
The History Chicks has signed an exclusive partnership with the Airwave podcast network, covering distribution, monetization, and marketing for its flagship show. The Recappery will migrate to Airwave’s platform, joining a roster of history‑focused podcasts. Airwave will provide host‑read and...
Libsyn announced a one‑year advertising partnership with journalist Mehdi Hasan to monetize his two flagship podcasts, *Mehdi Unfiltered* and *We’re Not Kidding Mehdi & Friends*. The deal leverages Libsyn Ads’ dynamic ad insertion, host‑read spots, and programmatic buying to connect...

Aurora Innovation announced a three‑fold expansion of its autonomous freight network, now covering ten Sun Belt routes including Dallas‑Houston, Fort Worth‑El Paso and Phoenix corridors. The fourth software release adds automated mapping and inclement‑weather navigation, while a validation regime of over...