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3 Apple Daily Firms Declared ‘Prohibited Organisations’ After Hong Kong Gov’t Deregistration
NewsMar 25, 2026

3 Apple Daily Firms Declared ‘Prohibited Organisations’ After Hong Kong Gov’t Deregistration

Hong Kong’s Companies Registry struck off Apple Daily Limited, Apple Daily Printing Limited and AD Internet Limited, designating them as prohibited organisations under the city’s national security framework. Each firm was fined HK$3,004,500 (approximately $385,000 USD) for breaching the law,...

By Hong Kong Free Press – News (Finance/Business coverage)
International Chamber of Commerce Executive Board Approves Amended Arbitration Rules
NewsMar 25, 2026

International Chamber of Commerce Executive Board Approves Amended Arbitration Rules

The International Chamber of Commerce’s executive board has approved a comprehensive amendment to its Rules of Arbitration, effective for any request filed on or after June 1, 2026. The new framework adds streamlined procedures, clearer timelines, and expanded options for parties to...

By Canadian Lawyer – Technology
7 Best Inventory Management Software in 2026
NewsMar 25, 2026

7 Best Inventory Management Software in 2026

TechRepublic’s 2026 roundup identifies the top inventory management platforms for businesses of all sizes, from enterprise‑grade NetSuite to free‑tier Zoho and Odoo. The guide highlights pricing structures, core features such as demand planning, multi‑location tracking, and API/webhook support, and rates...

By TechRepublic – Articles
From Skill to System: The Next Chapter in Insurance Claims Negotiation
NewsMar 25, 2026

From Skill to System: The Next Chapter in Insurance Claims Negotiation

Insurance claims negotiators are moving from relying on individual talent to building systematic, data‑driven processes. The article argues that inconsistent outcomes stem from a lack of shared standards, metrics, and feedback loops rather than skill deficits. Plaintiff firms already use...

By Claims Journal
The Ships Capitalising on the Chaos of War
NewsMar 25, 2026

The Ships Capitalising on the Chaos of War

The outbreak of war in the Red Sea corridor has forced global shippers to abandon traditional routes, driving a surge in demand for vessels that can navigate alternative passages such as the Cape of Good Hope. Freight rates for container...

By Financial Times – Investments/ETFs
Like Putin, Trump Is a Megalomaniac. In Europe, We Can Shield Ourselves, Not Look for Rational Motives | Robert Habeck
NewsMar 25, 2026

Like Putin, Trump Is a Megalomaniac. In Europe, We Can Shield Ourselves, Not Look for Rational Motives | Robert Habeck

German vice‑chancellor Robert Habeck compares Donald Trump’s Iran war to Vladimir Putin’s Ukraine invasion, labeling both leaders as megalomaniacal and unpredictable. He notes the US lacks a coherent military plan, whereas Russia’s operation was pre‑planned and tied to an energy...

By The Guardian – Environment
Gulf Business Hits Refresh with Website Overhaul
NewsMar 25, 2026

Gulf Business Hits Refresh with Website Overhaul

Motivate Media Group has relaunched Gulf Business with a faster, AI‑enabled website that integrates video, podcasts, newsletters and a continuous newsfeed. The overhaul, timed with the title’s 30th anniversary, emphasizes mobile performance, SEO and accessibility for senior GCC decision‑makers. Early...

By Campaign Middle East
Seven Reshuffles News Ranks as RAHNI SADLER Takes 7 News Spotlight Reins
NewsMar 25, 2026

Seven Reshuffles News Ranks as RAHNI SADLER Takes 7 News Spotlight Reins

Seven Network has appointed veteran journalist Rahni Sadler as Executive Producer of its flagship current‑affairs program 7NEWS Spotlight, succeeding Gemma Williams who will become Managing Editor of 7NEWS. Sadler returns to Seven after a senior producer stint at the ABC,...

By TV Blackbox
China Bars Manus Co-Founders From Leaving Country Amid Meta Deal Review, FT Reports
NewsMar 25, 2026

China Bars Manus Co-Founders From Leaving Country Amid Meta Deal Review, FT Reports

China’s regulators have barred Manus co‑founders Xiao Hong and Ji Yichao from leaving the country while a review determines if Meta’s $2‑3 billion acquisition breaches Chinese investment rules. The executives were summoned by the National Development and Reform Commission and are...

By Yahoo Finance – Finance News
Dagenham & Redbridge Match to Stream on KSI YouTube Channel
NewsMar 25, 2026

Dagenham & Redbridge Match to Stream on KSI YouTube Channel

KSI will stream Dagenham & Redbridge's National League South match against Hampton & Richmond on March 28 via his YouTube channel, offering free worldwide access. The partnership involves DAZN and the National League, aiming to make the fixture the most‑watched...

By Advanced Television
Steve Madden Debuts New Retail Concept in Victoria
NewsMar 25, 2026

Steve Madden Debuts New Retail Concept in Victoria

Management said the new format will serve as a blueprint for future store rollouts. The post Steve Madden debuts new retail concept in Victoria appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

By Inside Retail Australia
How Smarter Freight Networks Can Cut Costs and Carbon Footprint for Retailers
NewsMar 25, 2026

How Smarter Freight Networks Can Cut Costs and Carbon Footprint for Retailers

Freight is where cost control, customer expectations and environmental performance intersect. The post How smarter freight networks can cut costs and carbon footprint for retailers appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

By Inside Retail Australia
Israel Strikes Tehran as Trump Says US Negotiating to End War
NewsMar 25, 2026

Israel Strikes Tehran as Trump Says US Negotiating to End War

Israel launched a missile strike on Tehran while President Trump announced that the United States is negotiating a cease‑fire with Iran. The news sent crude oil prices plunging more than 6%, before partially recovering on doubts about the report’s veracity....

By Investing.com – News
Steel Companies Gear up for Further Hike in Prices
NewsMar 25, 2026

Steel Companies Gear up for Further Hike in Prices

Indian steel producers are preparing for another price increase as U.S. attacks on Iran lift coking coal, ferro‑alloy and shipping costs. Domestic hot‑rolled coil prices have risen 23 percent to roughly $650‑$700 per tonne, up from about $566 a month earlier....

By The Hindu BusinessLine – Companies
Why South Africa’s Technology Leaders Choose TechCentral
NewsMar 25, 2026

Why South Africa’s Technology Leaders Choose TechCentral

TechCentral has become the go‑to source of technology‑business news for South Africa’s senior tech executives, including CIOs and CTOs. The publication distinguishes itself by delivering accurate, independent reporting and in‑depth analysis rather than click‑bait content. Its audience consists of decision‑makers...

By TechCentral (South Africa)
Why Insurers Must Own Their View of Risk. And How to Build It
NewsMar 25, 2026

Why Insurers Must Own Their View of Risk. And How to Build It

Life‑science firms face volatile valuations that can trigger securities lawsuits whenever clinical data or regulatory decisions diverge from investor expectations. Shareholder litigation often begins with books‑and‑records demands after sharp stock declines, exposing directors and officers to costly D&O claims. Berkshire...

By Risk & Insurance
Trace Unites ALS Teams Behind a Target That Could Broaden Treatment Access
NewsMar 25, 2026

Trace Unites ALS Teams Behind a Target That Could Broaden Treatment Access

Trace Neuroscience, launched Nov 2024, is developing an antisense drug, TRCN‑1023, to restore UNC13A protein function in ALS patients. The target emerged from parallel discoveries at UCL and Stanford, and the company plans intrathecal delivery and biomarker‑guided trials. Leveraging lessons...

By BioSpace
How Tech Helps Australia’s Largest Insurer Support Customers when It Matters Most
NewsMar 25, 2026

How Tech Helps Australia’s Largest Insurer Support Customers when It Matters Most

IAG, Australia’s largest insurer, is undergoing a sweeping digital transformation to strengthen its response to climate‑driven events and improve customer experience. The initiative consolidates legacy systems, moves to cloud‑native platforms, and integrates AI‑powered claim handling. A strategic partnership with Optus...

By Sydney Morning Herald – Business
Australian Critical Minerals Approaches First Drilling of Flint Gold-Silver Targets
NewsMar 25, 2026

Australian Critical Minerals Approaches First Drilling of Flint Gold-Silver Targets

Australian Critical Minerals (ASX:ACM) is set to commence its maiden diamond drilling at the Flint gold‑silver project in northern Peru on March 31. The program will test two high‑sulphidation epithermal systems within a 4‑km corridor that sits in a prolific...

By Stockhead – Resources (Australia)
Penny Chapman to Deliver Hector Crawford Memorial Lecture 2026
NewsMar 25, 2026

Penny Chapman to Deliver Hector Crawford Memorial Lecture 2026

Penny Chapman, co‑founder of Matchbox Pictures, will deliver the Hector Crawford Memorial Lecture at the Screen Forever conference on the Gold Coast from April 28‑30, 2026. The lecture, titled “creative courage in turbulent times,” will examine the evolution of Australia’s...

By TV Tonight (Australia)
Judge Fines San Francisco Public Defender After Finding Him in Contempt for Refusing New Cases
NewsMar 25, 2026

Judge Fines San Francisco Public Defender After Finding Him in Contempt for Refusing New Cases

San Francisco’s elected public defender, Mano Raju, was fined $26,000 after a judge found him in contempt for refusing to accept 26 new felony and misdemeanor cases despite a January court order. Raju argues his office is overwhelmed, handling an...

By Toronto Star
Will Utah’s Proposed Ad Tax Survive in Court?
NewsMar 25, 2026

Will Utah’s Proposed Ad Tax Survive in Court?

Utah lawmakers have passed a bill that taxes "targeted advertising"—digital ads that use individualized data profiles— and earmarks the proceeds for youth sports, literacy, mental‑health and foster‑care programs. Governor Spencer Cox has not yet signed the measure, and the state...

By Governing — Finance
SCAD Opens Bazaar by ShopSCAD Featuring Limited-Run and One-of-a-Kind Ready-to-Wear, Accessories and Jewelry
NewsMar 25, 2026

SCAD Opens Bazaar by ShopSCAD Featuring Limited-Run and One-of-a-Kind Ready-to-Wear, Accessories and Jewelry

Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) opened Bazaar by shopSCAD, a 1,000‑square‑foot boutique in downtown Savannah that showcases limited‑run and one‑of‑a‑kind ready‑to‑wear, accessories, jewelry, ceramics and art. The store features creations from current students, alumni and faculty, with former...

By WWD
Philadelphia Cream Cheese Pulls Dollars From Search – People Aren’t Googling ‘Cream Cheese’
NewsMar 25, 2026

Philadelphia Cream Cheese Pulls Dollars From Search – People Aren’t Googling ‘Cream Cheese’

Philadelphia Cream Cheese, owned by Kraft Heinz, has halted paid search on Google, shifting roughly $495,000 of its digital spend to retail‑media networks and focusing on e‑commerce search placements. In 2025 the brand spent $31.8 million on U.S. digital ads, with...

By Digiday
Marketers Shift Growing Shares of Search Spending to GEO
NewsMar 25, 2026

Marketers Shift Growing Shares of Search Spending to GEO

Marketers are reallocating a growing share of search spend toward generative engine optimization (GEO) as AI reshapes how users discover brands. A Scribewise survey shows 55% of U.S. marketers now budget for GEO, with 70% assigning 11%‑20% of their search...

By Digiday
Why Russia Is Losing the Sahel
NewsMar 25, 2026

Why Russia Is Losing the Sahel

Since 2020 Russia has pursued a resource‑for‑security strategy in the Sahel, backing coups in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger with Wagner mercenaries and intelligence support. Over five years the Kremlin’s footprint has stalled: a modest force of roughly 2,500 fighters cannot...

By Foreign Affairs
The Myth of Authoritarian Stability in the Middle East
NewsMar 25, 2026

The Myth of Authoritarian Stability in the Middle East

President Donald Trump has openly pursued an authoritarian replacement for Iran’s late Supreme Leader, echoing a long‑standing U.S. belief that autocratic rule ensures regional stability. The article argues that this myth has deepened since the Arab Spring, as Gulf monarchies...

By Foreign Affairs
SMW Autoblok Mechatronic Grippers Feature High Gripping Forces
NewsMar 25, 2026

SMW Autoblok Mechatronic Grippers Feature High Gripping Forces

SMW Autoblok has expanded its MOTIACT line with the MX‑L 335 and MX‑L 520 long‑stroke mechatronic grippers, delivering up to 40 kN of gripping force and jaw strokes of 55 mm and 99 mm respectively. The grippers feature aluminium housings, integrated absolute position sensors, and...

By Modern Machine Shop
The Team Communication Risk Report
NewsMar 25, 2026

The Team Communication Risk Report

Zenzap released the Team Communication Risk Report, highlighting security blind spots when businesses rely on personal chat apps. The report outlines common threats such as harassment liability, GDPR violations, and former employees retaining access to group chats, and ranks each...

By Fast Casual
Integrated Metrology Solution Powers Lights-Out Aerospace Production
NewsMar 25, 2026

Integrated Metrology Solution Powers Lights-Out Aerospace Production

Acutec Precision Aerospace equipped three DMG MORI NZX 2000 nine‑axis mill‑turn centers with an inline metrology cell that combines a Mitutoyo MiSTAR 555 CMM and a FANUC robotic arm. The system moves parts directly from machining to measurement, delivering inspection results...

By Modern Machine Shop
Medicaid’s Newest Reform Is a Morass of Red Tape
NewsMar 25, 2026

Medicaid’s Newest Reform Is a Morass of Red Tape

Georgia’s "Pathways to Coverage" Medicaid reform, launched in July 2023, aimed to expand coverage for low‑income workers but enrolled only 8,077 of the 240,000 eligible. The program’s private‑contractor‑run IT platform, built by Deloitte for $528 million, generated frequent form changes and...

By Governing — Finance
Reddit’s New Shopping Ads Are a Play for Beauty Brands’ Business
NewsMar 25, 2026

Reddit’s New Shopping Ads Are a Play for Beauty Brands’ Business

Reddit unveiled new Dynamic Product Ads at Shoptalk 2026, featuring Collection Ads and Reddit‑specific overlays that embed shoppable tiles within community threads. The platform reports a 40% YoY rise in high‑intent shopping conversations and a 60% surge in beauty‑related purchase discussions....

By Glossy
Oil Prices Drop 5% Amid Hopes of Ceasefire in the War in West Asia, Brent Below $100
NewsMar 25, 2026

Oil Prices Drop 5% Amid Hopes of Ceasefire in the War in West Asia, Brent Below $100

Oil prices plunged about 5% on Wednesday as optimism grew that a US‑Iran cease‑fire could be negotiated, pushing Brent crude below $100 per barrel and WTI to $88.31. The decline follows a recent peak near $119, but ongoing strikes and...

By Mint (India) – Economy
ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026: JioStar Flags Low TV-Digital Ad Overlap, Strong Incremental Reach in BARC-Nielsen Data
NewsMar 25, 2026

ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026: JioStar Flags Low TV-Digital Ad Overlap, Strong Incremental Reach in BARC-Nielsen Data

JioStar released a BARC‑Nielsen study of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 showing that television and digital advertising audiences overlapped by less than ten percent. The low duplication indicates that integrated TV‑digital campaigns deliver substantial incremental reach, reaching distinct...

By ET BrandEquity (Economic Times) — Marketing
Hormuz Is a Warning: Australia’s Oil Problem Is Its Electrification Gap
NewsMar 25, 2026

Hormuz Is a Warning: Australia’s Oil Problem Is Its Electrification Gap

Australia’s energy security hinges on closing a massive electrification gap, with only about 21.5% of final‑energy consumption supplied by electricity. Oil still powers 654 TWh of the nation’s energy mix, especially in transport, where just 1.5% of 489 TWh is electric. The...

By RenewEconomy
Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek Launches Community-Focused Initiatives
NewsMar 25, 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek Launches Community-Focused Initiatives

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek has launched two community‑focused programmes. "Cheers to the Community" gives education, healthcare and hospitality workers a 50% discount at several dining venues, with an additional 30% off at flagship outlets. The "Stay by the...

By Business Traveller (UK)
Parliamentary Hearing to Examine Future of Critical Minerals Sector
NewsMar 25, 2026

Parliamentary Hearing to Examine Future of Critical Minerals Sector

Australia’s House of Representatives Standing Committee on Primary Industries will hold its first public hearing on March 26 to scrutinize the nation’s critical minerals sector. The inquiry ties into the government’s $22.7 billion Australian Future Made plan—about US$15 billion—highlighting processing capabilities as a...

By Australian Manufacturing
Engie-Backed Offshore Wind Project Begins Seabed Investigations in Gippsland Zone
NewsMar 25, 2026

Engie-Backed Offshore Wind Project Begins Seabed Investigations in Gippsland Zone

Ocean Winds, the joint venture of EDP Renewables and Engie, has launched a four‑month geophysical sonar survey for its 1.3 GW High Sea Wind offshore project in Victoria’s Gippsland zone. The study will map the seabed across a 150‑square‑kilometre area 76 km...

By RenewEconomy
The Limits Of Efficiency In Home Health’s Cost-Cutting Era
NewsMar 25, 2026

The Limits Of Efficiency In Home Health’s Cost-Cutting Era

Home‑based care providers are under intense reimbursement pressure, inflation and staffing shortages, prompting a sharp focus on efficiency. Well Care Health, a 700‑employee provider serving 5,000 daily patients across North and South Carolina, warns that cost‑cutting initiatives, especially AI‑driven ones,...

By Home Health Care News
Rixos Radamis Sharm El Sheikh Opens Aquamania Jungle Park
NewsMar 25, 2026

Rixos Radamis Sharm El Sheikh Opens Aquamania Jungle Park

Rixos Radamis in Sharm El Sheikh has opened Aquamania Jungle Park, a new family‑focused water and wildlife attraction. At the same time, Emirates SkyCargo announced a dedicated pet‑booking team, while Radisson unveiled a plan to operate 100 net‑zero hotels by...

By Business Traveller (UK)
Fire Emblem Heroes "Hidden Mask" Season Pass Launches March 27th, 2026
NewsMar 25, 2026

Fire Emblem Heroes "Hidden Mask" Season Pass Launches March 27th, 2026

The Hidden Mask Season Pass for Fire Emblem Shadows launches on March 27, 2026, introducing the new hero Yunaka: Hidden Mask along with exclusive rewards. The game blends real‑time strategy with social‑deduction, where one of three allies is a hidden...

By GoNintendo
The National Security Council Is Missing in Action
NewsMar 25, 2026

The National Security Council Is Missing in Action

Three weeks into the U.S. war with Iran, the Trump administration’s National Security Council (NSC) has been largely absent from strategic decision‑making, exposing a stark contrast to previous presidencies that relied on a robust NSC process. President Trump’s contradictory public...

By Defense One
Mossad ‘Secret Warehouses’ in Iran? Decoding Tehran’s False Flag Claims Over Saudi, Turkey & Diego Garcia Strikes
NewsMar 25, 2026

Mossad ‘Secret Warehouses’ in Iran? Decoding Tehran’s False Flag Claims Over Saudi, Turkey & Diego Garcia Strikes

Iran’s leadership has repeatedly accused Israel of staging false‑flag attacks across the Gulf, including drone strikes on Saudi Aramco facilities, an alleged missile over Turkey, and a purported ballistic missile launch toward the U.S./U.K. base on Diego Garcia. Tehran also...

By Eurasian Times – Defence
Shadowverse to End Service on June 30
NewsMar 25, 2026

Shadowverse to End Service on June 30

Cygames announced that the original Shadowverse free‑to‑play digital card game will cease operations on June 30, 2026 at 7 p.m. PT, with its direct successor, Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond, remaining active. Over its ten‑year run the title released more than 5,000 cards across 32 sets,...

By Gematsu
ZEEL Overhauls Sales Structure to Chase Growth Across TV and Digital Platforms
NewsMar 25, 2026

ZEEL Overhauls Sales Structure to Chase Growth Across TV and Digital Platforms

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (ZEEL) is overhauling its sales organization to create an integrated, data‑driven monetisation engine that serves both traditional TV and fast‑growing digital platforms. The restructuring, led by COO Sandeep Mehrotra, appoints new chief sales officers for regional...

By IndianTelevision.com
EXCLUSIVE: E.l.f. Cosmetics Taps College Basketball Star Flau’jae Johnson for Year-Long Partnership
NewsMar 25, 2026

EXCLUSIVE: E.l.f. Cosmetics Taps College Basketball Star Flau’jae Johnson for Year-Long Partnership

E.l.f. Beauty announced a year‑long partnership with 22‑year‑old LSU basketball star and rapper Flau’jae Johnson. The deal adds Johnson to the brand’s growing lineup of female athlete ambassadors and features her in the “Show Yourse.l.f.” video series. E.l.f. will contribute...

By WWD
Nigeria’s Power Problem Is Gutting Co-Working Margins
NewsMar 25, 2026

Nigeria’s Power Problem Is Gutting Co-Working Margins

Co‑working operators in Lagos are being forced to relocate because soaring electricity costs, driven by the new service‑based tariff, are eroding margins. In Band A zones, a ₦200,000‑₦400,000 (≈$435‑$870) monthly bill can be cut to about ₦250,000 (≈$543) by moving to...

By Techpoint Africa
New NSA Director Urges More Intelligence Sharing with Allies
NewsMar 25, 2026

New NSA Director Urges More Intelligence Sharing with Allies

Gen. Josh Rudd, newly confirmed head of the NSA and Cyber Command, used his first all‑hands meeting to push for dramatically increased intelligence sharing with U.S. allies, coining the term “YESFORN” as a counterpart to the restrictive “NOFORN” classification. He...

By Defense One