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Slovenia Limits Fuel Purchases as some Pumps Run Dry
Slovenia has imposed daily fuel purchase caps—50 litres for private cars and 200 litres for companies—to curb shortages after a sudden demand spike. Prime Minister Robert Golob assured that national reserves are sufficient, but many stations remain closed, prompting the government to order an inquiry into state‑linked distributor Petrol and to mobilise the army for fuel transport. The restrictions stay in force until further notice, while rival oil firm MOL continues operating with a 30‑litre limit for individuals. The measures come amid a tight election race between Golob and Janez Jansa.
Cirrus360 Introduces New Automation System to Help Small Meat Processors
Cirrus360 unveiled Edgware, a 5G‑enabled automation platform for small and medium‑sized meat processors, at the 2026 International Livestock Congress in Houston. Developed with Rail19 and Texas A&M’s meat‑science faculty, the system fuses edge sensors, cloud analytics, and real‑time incident reporting...
Manufacturing Boost as Vorwerk Relocates Australasian HQ to Victoria
Global home‑technology firm Vorwerk announced the relocation of its Australasian headquarters from Perth to Melbourne, consolidating operations and positioning leadership closer to its largest customer base. The move is expected to generate 55 new jobs and leverages Victoria’s robust manufacturing,...
China Creates First National Standards for Humanoid Robots to Support Industry Scale-Up
China unveiled its first national standard system for humanoid robots, the Humanoid Robot and Embodied Intelligence Standard System (2026 Edition), at a Beijing technical committee meeting. The framework, built by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology with input from...
LONG READ: Coal Is Back.
Coal is re‑emerging as a key fallback fuel after the Iran‑triggered Operation Epic Fury disrupted global gas supplies. The International Energy Agency now projects 2026 coal demand at a record 8.85 bn tonnes, a 0.5% rise, while thermal‑coal prices have jumped...
The FBI Just Issued A Warning About A Hidden Threat In Your Home Wi-Fi Network
The FBI has issued a warning that home and small‑business Wi‑Fi networks are vulnerable to residential proxy attacks. In such attacks, criminals compromise a router or device, steal its IP address, and use it as a camouflage for illicit online...
A GI Doctor Says You’re Probably Ignoring This Bathroom Red Flag
Harvard gastroenterologist Dr. Trisha Pasricha explained that normal bowel habits can vary widely, with frequency ranging from once daily to once every three days depending on diet, fiber, and lifestyle. She warned that spending more than five minutes on the...
10 Final Fantasy 7 Characters Who Changed the Most From the Original
Final Fantasy VII’s 2020 Remake and subsequent Rebirth installment have dramatically re‑engineered the original 1997 characters, giving them richer backstories, new motivations, and altered fates. Iconic figures such as Sephiroth, Wedge, Mayor Domino, and the Turks are presented with expanded roles...
Jay-Z Uses Diddy’s Legal Trouble To Argue Against His Accuser’s Anonymity
Jay-Z has filed a $20 million defamation suit against the anonymous woman who accused him and Diddy of sexual assault. In court filings, his lawyers cite a recent New York Second Circuit decision involving Diddy’s accusers to argue that the plaintiff’s...
Dexterity Says Its Physical AI World Model ‘Unlocks Full Potential on Nvidia Hardware’
Dexterity.ai announced that its production‑proven world model, Foresight, now runs on Nvidia L4 GPUs with a 17× speedup, cutting perception cycles from 1,508 ms to 90 ms. The redesign also increased sensor data utilization from 3 percent to 100 percent, delivering 32× more information...
Thales Alenia Space Previews Sovereign Constellations and LEO-PNT Milestones for SATShow 2026
Thales Alenia Space (TAS) unveiled its 2026 roadmap at SATShow, emphasizing high‑revisit Earth observation and Europe’s sovereign satellite constellations. The company confirmed its lead‑engineering role in the IRIS² program and highlighted the upcoming launch of the Celeste IOD‑2 CubeSat, a...
Frontier Group CEO Unveils Turnaround Plan: Fleet Right-Sizing, $200M Cuts, Loyalty Push
Frontier Group’s CEO Jimmy Dempsey unveiled a multi‑year turnaround plan that right‑sizes fleet growth to high single‑digit percentages and launches a $200 million cost‑savings program through 2027, half of which comes from rent reductions tied to an AerCap deal. The airline...
2XKO Announcement to Be Dropped on March 27 at PAX East 2026 but It WON'T Be the Akali Trailer
Riot Games confirmed Caitlyn as the latest addition to the 2XKO champion roster, part of a plan to release five new champions throughout 2026. The company will unveil further 2XKO details at PAX East on March 27, including potential gameplay...
Tetracast 434: Something I Have To Do
RPG Site’s Tetracast episode 434 delivers a deep dive into Crimson Desert, evaluates Nintendo Switch 2’s handheld boost mode, and recaps a week of major gaming announcements. The hosts note Crimson Desert reaching 2 million copies sold and Lies of P surpassing 4 million...
Arista Networks (ANET) Targets AI Networking Boom with Expanding Market Opportunity and Strong Growth Outlook
Arista Networks announced at the Morgan Stanley TMT conference that it is accelerating AI‑focused networking solutions, expanding its total addressable market from $60 billion to $105 billion. The company projects revenue to top $10 billion this year, up from $9 billion last year, driven...
Stagwell Taps AppLovin Corporation (APP) Mobile Advertising Platform
AppLovin Corporation announced a strategic partnership with Stagwell on March 10, integrating its AI‑driven mobile advertising platform, Axon, into Stagwell’s media services. Axon reaches more than 1 billion daily users across mobile apps and connected TVs, giving Stagwell clients access to a...
After CBS: Let’s Take Back the Airwaves
The pending shutdown of CBS Radio News has sparked a call to re‑evaluate radio’s role in America. John Caracciolo, CEO of JVC Broadcasting, argues that the decision was driven by accounting concerns rather than audience demand, exposing a disconnect between...
The SEC Drops Its Four-Year-Old Investigation Into EV Startup Faraday Future
The SEC closed its four‑year investigation into electric‑vehicle startup Faraday Future, despite staff having issued Wells Notices recommending enforcement. The probe had centered on alleged false statements during the 2021 SPAC merger and purportedly fabricated vehicle sales in 2023. The...
Eco Mode Doesn’t Always Save Gas: 5 Reasons to Reconsider Using It
Gas prices have surged past $3.80 per gallon, prompting drivers to seek fuel‑saving tricks. Eco Mode, marketed as an economy feature, reduces throttle response, shifts earlier, and limits climate‑control power. Independent testing shows it rarely improves mileage and can even increase...
Subaru's Small Hybrid SUV Blends Efficiency with Adventure-Ready Capability
Subaru launched the 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, a subcompact SUV that pairs its 2.5‑liter boxer‑hybrid powertrain with standard symmetrical all‑wheel drive. Priced from $30,625, it offers 194 hp, 8.7 inches of ground clearance, and a suite of premium tech, positioning it as one...
Margie McLew Takes Helm in 9 NEWS ADELAIDE Leadership Change
Veteran news director Jeremy Pudney has exited 9 News Adelaide after an eight‑year tenure and a three‑decade career across Australia’s major broadcasters. He will assume the role of Director of Media and Communications at Flinders University. The newsroom’s top post...
Can You Dig It? SA Dubbed Australia’s Top Mining Jurisdiction
South Australia has been crowned Australia’s most attractive mining jurisdiction in the Fraser Institute’s 2025 survey, leaping to fourth place globally and overtaking Western Australia. The state’s Investment Attractiveness Index rose by 26.04 points, while its Best Practices Mineral Potential...
This Iconic Nintendo Character Has Been Named the 'Best Video Game Villain Ever'—And Fans Still Debate It
Den of Geek’s March 2024 list crowned Ganon/Ganondorf as the top video‑game villain, surpassing icons like Bowser and Sephiroth. The ranking highlights the character’s origins in the 1986 original *The Legend of Zelda* and his human form’s debut in 1998’s *Ocarina...
The OG Four-Door Porsche Sports Sedan Wasn't Even Built By Porsche
The Porsche Panamera’s roots trace back to a one‑off 1967 four‑door 911 built by a Texas dealer and custom fabricators, not Porsche itself. The dealer, William Dick, commissioned Troutman & Barnes to cut, weld, and add factory doors to a...
Volvo Used to Advertise Dependability. Now It’s Ranked Almost Last
Volvo has slipped to near‑bottom in J.D. Power’s 2026 Vehicle Dependability Study, logging 296 problems per 100 vehicles and ranking 30th of 31 brands. The figure marks a sharp rise from 242 problems per 100 vehicles reported in the 2025...
Can India Afford to Quit Coal?
India remains heavily dependent on coal, which supplies roughly three‑quarters of its power, even as the economy expands at 7.5% annually and electricity demand surges. Solar capacity has exploded from 4 GW to 140 GW in a decade, putting the country on...
Cheapest SMM Panel for Instagram: Top 10 Platforms (2026)
Instagram growth demands more than organic content, prompting creators and agencies to seek low‑cost SMM panels that also deliver reliability and usability. A new 2026 guide evaluates ten platforms, highlighting NicesmmPanel, IGSmmPanel, and NicePanel as the top three that combine...
National Trucking Capacity Is About to Tighten Significantly
National dry‑van spot rates surged to $2.89 per mile, the highest level since 2022, after a $0.12 weekly jump. The rise reflects a 20‑25% year‑over‑year recovery on key lanes and volumes at multi‑year highs. Carrier attrition, driver regulations and tender...
New Life Begins as Ghanim Al Shnen Revisited on AUSTRALIAN STORY
Australian Story revisited the remarkable journey of Iraqi refugee Ghanim Al Shnen, who survived a catastrophic workplace accident and now lives with advanced robotic prosthetic arms. After years of visa uncertainty, he was granted permanent residency in 2024, enabling his...
American Airlines AAdvantage Mileage Expiration Policy: How to Keep Your Miles From Expiring
American Airlines’ AAdvantage miles now expire after 24 months of inactivity, but members under 21 and primary holders of co‑branded credit cards are exempt. Any qualifying earn or redemption activity resets the clock, while expired miles can be reinstated for...
Nintendo Pre-Order Updates – March 22, 2026 – Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes Vs. Villains and More
Nintendo’s U.S. pre‑order slate for the upcoming Switch 2 and current Switch is now live, featuring a mix of new titles, special editions, and franchise revivals. Highlights include the Star Wars‑themed Monopoly: Heroes vs. Villains releasing June 11 and several Switch 2‑exclusive editions...
SpaceX Offers Details on Orbital Data Center Satellites
SpaceX disclosed technical details for an ambitious orbital data center constellation, targeting up to one million satellites powered by high‑end AI processors. The initiative, called Terafab, aims to produce one terawatt of chips annually—about 50 times current advanced‑chip output—and will...
Ministry Eyes Oil Excise Tax Trims
Thailand's Finance Ministry is evaluating oil excise tax reductions to curb retail fuel prices while protecting fiscal health. A 1 baht cut in diesel excise would forfeit roughly 2 billion baht, and a similar cut for gasoline would cost about 800 million baht....
Incoming New Character for Under Night In-Birth 2 Sys:Celes to Arrive Sometime in 2026
During the Arc World Tour 2025‑2026 Finals, Arc System Works unveiled a teaser for a new fighter in *Under Night In‑Birth 2 Sys:Celes*. The silhouette reveals an antagonistic, hooded female with long, claw‑like nails, hinting at a witch‑like aesthetic. While...
Amber Sherlock Lodges Legal Complaint Against Nine
Former Nine News presenter Amber Sherlock has lodged a Federal Court claim alleging her November 2025 retrenchment violated general protections, specifically citing age discrimination. After an 18‑year tenure and more than 5,000 bulletins, she was replaced by significantly younger presenters....
American’s Hub Problem Is A Credit Card Problem
Airlines now earn more from co‑branded credit cards than from flying passengers, with Delta pulling $8.2 billion and American $6.2 billion in 2025—amounts that dwarf their operating incomes. Executives like Doug Parker admit that traditional hub profitability models ignore the true value...
3 Hard-to-Find Classic TV Shows You Can Finally Stream
The article highlights three once‑hard‑to‑find sitcoms—*The Dana Carvey Show*, *The Drew Carey Show*, and *Mama’s Family*—that are now streaming legally. *The Dana Carvey Show* is on Apple TV, *The Drew Carey Show* is free on Tubi, Pluto TV, Plex and The Roku Channel, and *Mama’s Family* streams on Apple TV and Pluto TV. Licensing hurdles, especially...
Sedona’s Lodging Market: Resilience and Pricing Power - By Zabada N. Abouelhana
Sedona’s lodging market has stabilized after the pandemic surge, with occupancy holding in the high‑60 % range and average daily rates remaining above historical levels. Limited new supply due to topography and zoning continues to give hotels pricing power, while visitation...
Are We Headed for $5 Gas? This 1 Thing Determines How Much You Pay at the Pump (No, It's Not...
U.S. gasoline prices have jumped over 30% in a month, with the national average climbing to $3.88 per gallon from $2.93. The article argues that the single dominant factor is the global price of crude oil, which is rising due...
Square Enix Teaming with Google to Integrate Generative AI Companion Into Dragon Quest X Online
Square Enix announced a partnership with Google to embed Google’s Gemini generative‑AI model into its long‑running MMO Dragon Quest X Online. The AI will power a new in‑game companion, “Chatty Slimey,” capable of responding with generated text and voice, commenting on player...
Visual Novel "The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten: Memorial Vacation" Announced for Switch & Switch 2
MAGES announced that the visual novel *The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten: Memorial Vacation* will launch on Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 on July 23, 2026 in Japan. The title will be available as a physical Standard or Limited Edition...
Is Bunnie Xo Getting Her Own Talk Show?
Bunnie Xo teased a possible daytime talk show with a cryptic “Coming Soon” graphic after her recent facelift AMA. The hint aligns with her popular Dumb Blonde podcast, which already features celebrity interviews in a shock‑jock style she’s long coveted....
Guilty Gear -Strive- DLC Characters Jam Kuradoberi and Robo=Ky Announced
Arc System Works unveiled new DLC for Guilty Gear - Strive -, adding Jam Kuradoberi and Robo=Ky alongside two still‑secret fighters. The Ver. 2.0 patch also brings a fresh stage, seven new color palettes, UI skins, and the gameplay mechanics Wild Assault and...
Federal Immigration Agents Sent to U.S. Airports to Support Security During Budget Impasse
President Donald Trump announced that ICE officers will be deployed to major U.S. airports to assist the TSA amid a partial DHS shutdown caused by a budget impasse. Hundreds of thousands of TSA, Secret Service and Coast Guard employees have...
Ukraine Says Russian Attacks Kill Four People, Leave Thousands without Power
Russian strikes killed four civilians and injured several others across southeastern Ukraine, while a drone attack knocked out power in the northern Chernihiv region and caused partial outages in Kyiv. The attacks underscore Russia’s sustained campaign against Ukraine’s energy infrastructure,...
Electric Propulsion Innovator Arc Raises $50M in New Funding
Arc, a Los Angeles‑based electric boat and powertrain firm, closed a $50 million Series C round led by investors such as a16z, Menlo Ventures, and Eclipse. The capital will be used to accelerate production of electric tugboat powertrains and to expand the...
Do Dirt Roads Even Have Speed Limits?
U.S. states all impose a default speed limit on dirt, gravel or sand roads that lack posted signs, with limits ranging from 20 mph in New Jersey to 55 mph in Pennsylvania and Wyoming. Municipalities can modify these defaults after conducting speed studies,...
Where to Find the Blix Bounty in Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert’s Blix bounty requires players to locate a purple poster, travel to Unicorn Cliff, and defeat bandits while keeping the goblin target alive. The quest marker can be misleading, showing the cliff top, but Blix spawns at the base crevice....
Living in One of These 5 States Could Put You on a Crash Course with Higher Car Insurance Premiums
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported an 8% drop in U.S. traffic deaths in the first half of 2025, the steepest decline since 2008. However, five states—California, Florida, Georgia, Texas, and North Carolina—still account for a disproportionate share of...