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Meta, US states agree $18 bn settlement in landmark teen safety case

Meta agreed to pay a coalition of US states as much as $16.7 billion and to impose sweeping new limits on how teenagers use Facebook and Instagram, according to a court filing on Wednesday that ends a landmark trial in California.

Nvidia doubles revenue, forecasts even more AI spending

AI juggernaut Nvidia on Wednesday reported quarterly revenue of $96.2 billion, more than double from a year earlier, as the world's most valuable company beat Wall Street expectations and forecast even stronger sales ahead.

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Patching the wounds of Kinshasa's street children

In the back of a 4X4, a nurse cleaned a gash in a boy's arm, picked up from living rough on the streets of Kinshasa, the capital of one of the world's poorest countries.

Strait of Hormuz blockage drives up Gulf food bills

In a supermarket in Bahrain, Mahmoud Ali fills his cart as usual. The shelves remain stocked despite the war in the Middle East, but the blockade of the main shipping routes into the Gulf is now being felt at checkout.

Key Middle East energy sites under fire

Qatar's main gas facility has suffered extensive damage after several rounds of Iranian strikes, causing new energy supply fears as the Middle East war grinds on.

Mideast energy shock rattles eurozone rate-setters

The energy shock unleashed by the Middle East war will top the agenda at Thursday's European Central Bank meeting, as fears grow of a major hit to the eurozone economy.

Iran targets Gulf energy sites after gas field strike

Iran targeted energy facilities across the Gulf and threatened further destructive attacks after a key gas field was hit, raising fears Thursday of a wider assault on fuel supplies that could jolt already rattled global markets.

Allied Universal Launches HELIAUS Guest Visitor Management Solution

Expands Functionality of AI-Powered HELIAUS Workforce Management Platform

TGI Group Announces Evolution of XGC Corp Acquisition into AXINA Group Inc., for Sovereign Digital Infrastructure Transformation

TGI Formalizes XGC Transaction to Launch AXINA as the Primary Engine for National Carbon Registries and Government Revenue Solutions

Klondike Royalties to Host Live Webinar on March 24, 2026 With Managing Member Shawn Bartholomae

Investors Invited to Learn More About Alaska Cook Inlet Royalties and Ask Questions Live

Patriot Software's Simple Rule for Scaling: "Engineer It"

Patriot is hiring engineers, product managers, and designers to support rapid growth.

Preston Spire Wins Minnesota AdFed 2026 'Best of Show' for Teachers Unify Project Lockdown Campaign

Teachers Unify Also Named Winner of Best in Public Service Category, Embodying Preston Spire's Good Wins™ Philosophy

SMX Powers The New Materials Economy As Energy Costs Redefine Global Supply Chains

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX; SMXWW) is redefining material efficiency at a moment when rising and volatile energy costs are fundamentally reshaping the economics of global supply chains. As energy prices climb, the cost of sourcing, mining, and processing virgin materials continues to escalate-turning material efficiency from a sustainability objective into a core driver of profitability, resilience, and competitive advantage.

EON Resources Inc. Announces Its 2026 Drilling Program Commencing with Recompletion of 5 Wells in the San Andres, and 3 of 92 New San Andres Horizontal Wells

HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / EON Resources Inc. (NYSE American:EONR) ("EON" or the "Company") is an independent upstream energy company with 20,000 leasehold acres in the Permian Basin. The fields have a total of 750 producing and injection wells producing over 1,000 barrels of oil per day. Today, the Company announced its drilling and production plan for 2026.

Atlas Butler Recognized With 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Heating and Air Conditioning Services in Columbus

COLUMBUS, OH / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / Atlas Butler has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Air Conditioning & Heating Contractor category for Columbus, recognizing the company's long-standing reputation for quality service, reliability, and community trust across Central Ohio.

Relax The Back Raleigh Receives 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Office Furniture in Raleigh

RALEIGH, NC / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / Relax The Back Raleigh has received the 2026 Consumer Choice Award in the Office Furniture category, recognizing its role in supporting comfort, mobility, and daily well-being through personalized ergonomic solutions.

Atlanta Fireplace Specialists Receives 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Fireplace Sales and Service

ATLANTA, GA / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / Atlanta Fireplace Specialists has been named a 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Fireplace Sales and Service category, reflecting its long-standing commitment to quality workmanship, dependable service, and customer care in the Atlanta region.

Automation One Business Systems Inc. Recognized with Consumer Choice Award for Office Equipment in Vancouver

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / Automation One Business Systems Inc. has been recognized with the 2026 Consumer Choice Award in the Office Equipment category, celebrating more than four decades of delivering innovative digital and print solutions to businesses across Metro Vancouver.

GrassRoots Turf Receives 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Lawn Maintenance in Metro Atlanta

ATLANTA, GA / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / GrassRoots Turf has received the 2026 Consumer Choice Award in the Lawn Maintenance category, recognizing its work providing lawn treatment services across the Metro Atlanta region.

Farhat Advanced Interpreting Receives 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Translation and Interpreting Services in Columbus

COLUMBUS, OH / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / Farhat Advanced Interpreting, LLC has received the 2026 Consumer Choice Award in the Translators and Interpreters category, recognizing its work providing language access services to organizations across Columbus and the state of Ohio.

Trusted Home Services Since 1968: R.S. Andrews Wins 2026 Consumer Choice Award in Atlanta

ATLANTA, GA / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / R.S. Andrews has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the category of Air Conditioning & Heating Contractor in Atlanta. The recognition reflects the company's decades-long commitment to delivering dependable, high-quality home comfort solutions throughout metro Atlanta.

Byrider Named 2026 Consumer Choice Award Winner in Automotive Financing & Leasing for Raleigh

RALEIGH, NC / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / Byrider has been selected as the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the category of Automotive Financing & Leasing for Raleigh. This distinction reflects the dealership's strong reputation, consistent customer satisfaction, and longstanding commitment to helping local drivers secure dependable transportation with financing solutions that meet real-life needs.

Setting The Stage for Excellence: Universal Eventpace Wins 2026 Consumer Choice Award in York Region

VAUGHAN, ON / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / Universal Eventspace has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the category of Events Venue for York Region. The recognition reflects the venue's continued commitment to delivering exceptional event experiences through innovative design, elevated cuisine, and professional service.

Music popstar will.i.am meshes AI and 'micromobility'

Black Eyed Peas star will.i.am is putting artificial intelligence agents to work in three-wheel vehicles tailored for modern urban life.

US Fed Chair says 'no intention' of leaving board while probe ongoing

US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday that he did not plan to leave the central bank's board until a Justice Department probe linked to renovation costs was completed.

US stocks fall on latest oil price surge as Fed lifts inflation forecast

Oil prices surged Wednesday following a strike on a major Iranian gas facility as the Federal Reserve raised its inflation forecast while holding interest rates steady.

Iran targets Gulf energy sites after intel chief killed

Iran launched attacks targeting oil and gas facilities around the Gulf on Wednesday, lashing out after suffering yet another blow to its leadership with Israel's killing of its intelligence chief.

US Fed raises inflation outlook over 'uncertain' Iran war impact

The US Federal Reserve raised its outlook for inflation as it held interest rates steady on Wednesday, citing an "uncertain" economic outlook due to the war in Iran.

Iran suffers new blow as Israel kills intel chief

Iran suffered a fresh blow Wednesday with the killing of its intelligence minister as the new supreme leader, yet to be seen since replacing his slain father, vowed to avenge the death of the country's security chief.

Slovakia curbs diesel sales, ups prices for foreigners

The Slovak government said Wednesday it would restrict diesel sales for 30 days because of a shortage due to the suspension of supplies by the Druzhba pipeline.

US Fed holds rates unchanged over 'uncertain' Iran war implications

The US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged as expected Wednesday, in defiance of President Donald Trump as the world's largest economy battles stubborn inflation, weak labor demand and an "uncertain" economic outlook due to the war in Iran.

Billionaire Dyson buys 50 percent stake in Bath rugby

British billionaire businessman James Dyson has acquired a 50 percent stake in Bath, the English Prem rugby champions announced Wednesday.

How many cargo ships are passing Hormuz strait?

Just a trickle of cargo ships and tankers has made it through the Strait of Hormuz since Iranian forces blocked the crucial trade route in the Middle East war.

Oil surges as Iran gas facilities hit, stocks slide

Oil prices surged Wednesday following a strike on one of Iran's gas facilities that raised the spectre of a further escalation of attacks on energy infrastructure in the Gulf region.

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