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Investors Face August 3 Deadline in Badger Meter Securities Lawsuit

Investors who purchased Badger Meter, Inc. common stock between April 18, 2024, and April 16, 2026, have until August 3, 2026, to file as lead plaintiffs in a pending securities fraud class action. The lawsuit alleges that the company misled shareholders regarding the true drivers of its financial performance.

Investors Face August 3 Deadline in Badger Meter Securities Lawsuit

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New Home Needle Disposal Standards for 2026

Consumer365 has officially endorsed the Sharps Assure mail-back program as a premier solution for household medical waste, targeting the growing risks associated with improper disposal of syringes, lancets, and insulin pens that threaten sanitation workers and families alike.

South Africa’s Largest Wind Cluster Hits Commercial Milestone

The first phase of the Ummbila Emoyeni Wind Farm in Mpumalanga has officially entered commercial operation, deploying 25 Goldwind turbines to generate 155 MW of power. President Cyril Ramaphosa joined officials at the site to inaugurate what is now the largest wind rotor installation in the country.

EngineAI CEO Sees Humanoid Robotics Rivaling Automotive Sector by 2035

Zhao Tongyang, founder of EngineAI Robotics, argues that China possesses the technical foundation to dominate the global humanoid robotics market. Speaking in the latest episode of the 'Beacon Over Lingnan' series, he identifies the integration of domestic AI capabilities into household robotics as the industry's critical growth engine over the next decade.

Guangdong Museum Exhibits Centuries-Old Precursors to Modern Monograms

Amidst recent trademark clashes over luxury floral motifs, the Guangdong Museum in Guangzhou is highlighting the ancient roots of decorative design. A Qing Dynasty gilded woodcarving currently on display demonstrates that the symmetrical patterns now associated with high fashion have existed in Chinese craftsmanship for hundreds of years.

KONE Egypt launches myKONE portal to digitize elevator project delivery

KONE Egypt has unveiled myKONE, a digital customer portal designed to bring transparency to the construction lifecycle. By centralizing project data and communication, the platform aims to replace fragmented updates with a unified interface, allowing clients to monitor installation milestones from order confirmation through to final delivery.

KONE Launches Upgraded Jeddah Service Hub to Bolster Saudi Operations

KONE has officially inaugurated an enhanced customer service center in Jeddah, aiming to provide 24/7 support for its Saudi Arabian elevator and escalator network. The facility integrates advanced call management technology with a local workforce, targeting an average response time of 20 seconds for all incoming service inquiries.

JS Clark Leadership Academy Opens New Campus in Opelousas

A 54,000-square-foot campus has opened in the West End of Opelousas, marking a major expansion for the JS Clark Leadership Academy. The facility features specialized academies for allied health and media production, designed to provide students with professional training and college credits before they graduate high school.

Rosen Law Firm Initiates Securities Class Action Against Wix.com

Investors who purchased Wix.com Ltd. securities between February 19, 2025, and May 12, 2026, are being urged to join a pending class action lawsuit. The litigation, spearheaded by Rosen Law Firm, centers on allegations that the company misled shareholders regarding the performance and costs of its artificial intelligence products.

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Watsco Shares Tumble Following Second-Quarter Earnings Miss

Shares of the Miami-based HVAC distributor Watsco fell over 15% to $310.71 on Wednesday after the company reported quarterly profits that failed to meet Wall Street expectations. The decline marks a sharp turn for a stock that has struggled to gain momentum throughout the current calendar year.

Cognizant Stock Jumps 10% Following Upward Guidance Revision

A 10% surge in share price greeted Cognizant investors Wednesday morning after the IT services firm raised its full-year earnings forecast. The jump to $55.45 reflects market confidence in the company’s pivot toward artificial intelligence infrastructure and data modernization as it scales its workforce to meet shifting industrial demands.

AT&T Doubles 5G Home Internet Base to Two Million Users

Two million customers now rely on AT&T Internet Air, a milestone reached in half the time it took to secure the first million. This rapid adoption signals a shift in how the telecommunications giant captures market share, leveraging 5G infrastructure to compete directly with traditional cable providers for home connectivity.

Miners Pressure Carney to Unlock Tax Credits for Critical Mineral Projects

With over 170 rare-earth projects stalled by a persistent financing gap, Canada’s mining sector is demanding that Prime Minister Mark Carney turn his campaign rhetoric into legislative action. Industry leaders are now lobbying for immediate tax code changes to be included in the upcoming 2026 budget to jumpstart dormant development.

Lithia Motors Boosts Quarterly Payout by 23 Percent

Lithia Motors shareholders are set for a pay raise as the Medford-based auto retailer lifts its quarterly dividend by 23 percent. The adjustment moves the payout to 70 cents per share, up from the previous 57-cent distribution, marking a significant increase in the company's commitment to returning capital to investors.

Fincantieri Profits Triple Despite Stagnant Revenue

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri reported a net profit of 106 million euros for the first half of the year, nearly tripling the 38 million euros recorded during the same period in 2023, as improved margins in core shipbuilding and a surging underwater segment offset a sharp decline in new orders.

Trump Claims He Halted Iran Strikes, Experts Call It Political Theater

President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he canceled planned military strikes on Iran, citing progress in negotiations and requests from regional leaders. Foreign policy experts, however, are dismissing the claim as a performative attempt to project control amid a stagnant and increasingly unpopular conflict.

Trump threatens to bypass Senate on Blanche nomination

President Donald Trump signaled Saturday he is prepared to maintain Todd Blanche as acting attorney general indefinitely, escalating a standoff with GOP senators who are blocking the nominee over a controversial $1.776 billion legal settlement fund.

DOJ Drops Vandalism Case Against Olympian Over Reflecting Pool Damage

The U.S. Department of Justice has dropped its criminal case against Olympic canoeist David Hearn, who was previously accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The sudden dismissal follows admissions that the pool's damage stemmed from flawed contractor installation rather than the alleged actions of individuals.

Debbie Wasserman Schultz Faces Backlash Over Florida District Shift

Democratic Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz is facing a firestorm of criticism after announcing her bid for Florida’s 20th Congressional District. The move into the historically Black-represented seat, following Governor Ron DeSantis’s aggressive map redrawing, has ignited accusations of political opportunism and the marginalization of Black leadership within the party.

Cori Bush Unseated in Missouri After $8.5 Million AIPAC Spending Blitz

Representative Cori Bush lost her Missouri primary bid on Tuesday, falling to challenger Wesley Bell in a contest defined by record-breaking outside spending. The defeat follows an aggressive $8.5 million campaign by the United Democracy Project, an AIPAC-affiliated super PAC, specifically targeting the incumbent for her vocal opposition to the war in Gaza.

Ms. Rachel Faces Backlash for Humanizing Gaza's Children

Facing accusations of spreading extremist propaganda, children’s educator Rachel Griffin Accurso—widely known as Ms. Rachel—is doubling down on her advocacy for Palestinian youth. Despite intense public pressure and scrutiny from media outlets, she continues to highlight individual stories of children affected by the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Startups & Technology

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Inside the London hacker house rejecting Silicon Valley burnout

In a six-story building overlooking East London’s waterfront, six founders are attempting to redefine the hacker house model. By prioritizing physical health, communal meals, and structured downtime over the 72-hour work sprints synonymous with Silicon Valley, the residents of Lift House are building a counter-narrative to the tech industry's standard hustle culture.

Minnesota law targeting 'nudify' apps survives xAI legal challenge

A federal judge has cleared the path for Minnesota to implement the nation’s first ban on AI-driven image manipulation apps, dismissing an eleventh-hour attempt by xAI to halt the legislation. U.S. District Judge Donovan Frank ruled that the company’s delay in filing suit undermined claims of immediate, irreparable harm.

Hank Green retreats from AI usage after script controversy

When an incongruous phrase slipped into a Complexly educational video, YouTuber Hank Green faced immediate backlash from an audience suspicious of chatbot-generated scripts. The incident exposed a deeper struggle for the creator, who admitted that his increasing reliance on AI for research had become an unhealthy personal habit.

Why Apple and Samsung are pushing subscriptions over ownership

As premium smartphone prices climb and replacement cycles stretch toward four years, tech giants are pivoting from one-time sales to recurring subscription models. By shifting the focus from ownership to leasing, manufacturers hope to secure predictable revenue while maintaining a steady flow of devices back into the refurbished market.

Sam Altman’s vision for AI-powered parenting meets public skepticism

“What if you just talked to your children?” This pointed question from Gravity Falls creator Alex Hirsch captured a widespread sentiment after OpenAI CEO Sam Altman suggested using ChatGPT to generate personalized morning podcasts for kids, effectively replacing the organic conversation typically found on the daily drive to school.

A $9 physical key forces you to quit scrolling

Most screen-time apps fail because they rely on the same willpower they claim to bolster, allowing users to dismiss notifications with a single tap. The Autonomous Key bypasses this psychological trap by requiring a physical NFC scan to unlock restricted apps, turning mindless digital habits into a deliberate, inconvenient choice.