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Trump say repairs to begin 'immediately' for Washington pool renovation

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday work would begin "immediately" on fixing his beleaguered renovation project of the Reflecting Pool in Washington, which as been blighted with algae and peeling paint.

Bolivia removes roadblocks after emergency decree

Bolivian police driving bulldozers cleared highways Sunday and fuel trucks rolled into La Paz after the president declared a state of emergency to remove anti-government roadblocks that had paralyzed the Andean nation.

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Deadly strikes across Mideast as Iran vows revenge on slain security chief

Iran vowed revenge as it prepared the funeral for its security chief Ali Larijani on Wednesday, firing off a wave of missiles against Israel while also reporting fresh Israeli-US strikes across the Islamic Republic.

Brussels to unveil 'EU Inc' pan-European company status

Entrepreneurs will be able to create pan-European companies under new plans to be unveiled Wednesday, which the EU executive says will make it less of a headache to do business across the bloc.

Brazil starts to restrict minors' access to social media

Brazil began implementing new measures on Tuesday to restrict minors' access to social media and prevent them from viewing violent or illegal content.

Cuba vows 'unbreakable resistance' as US pressure mounts

Cuba's leader on Tuesday said the US would face "unbreakable resistance" if it tries to take over the impoverished island nation, as communist authorities scrambled to fix a nationwide electricity blackout.

US pounds near key strait as Iran vows to avenge death

The United States said it pounded Iranian missile sites near the key Strait of Hormuz as the Islamic republic fired missiles Wednesday around the region, vowing to avenge the killing of its powerful security chief.

US Fed expected to hold rates steady as Iran war's shockwaves ripple

US Federal Reserve policymakers are expected to leave interest rates unchanged Wednesday, as the US-Israel war on Iran sends shock waves through oil markets and supply chains, while economic data has begun to show weakness.

Affiliate of Pacific Avenue Capital Partners Completes Acquisition of Care.com from IAC

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / Pacific Avenue Capital Partners ("Pacific Avenue"), a Los Angeles-headquartered private equity firm focused on corporate carve-outs and other complex transactions in the middle market, today announced that an affiliate of Pacific Avenue has completed the acquisition of Care.com from IAC Inc. (NASDAQ: IAC).

National Martial Arts League (NMAL) Launches First U.S. City-Based Professional Martial Arts League; Opens Investment and Team Ownership Opportunities Across 32 Markets

COLUMBIA, SC / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / The National Martial Arts League (NMAL), a first-of-its-kind professional city-based martial arts team league, today announced its official market launch and the opening of investment and team ownership opportunities for accredited investors, strategic partners, and business operators nationwide.

SMX Secures the Backbone of the Global Critical Minerals Economy

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / As demand for rare earth elements and critical minerals accelerates beyond the influence of politics, tariffs, and geographic boundaries, SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX) is establishing a new standard for trust, authentication, and transparency across global supply chains.

Time Machine Enables Realistic Power Grid Operator Training for Major Regional Grid Operator

SANTA CLARA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / SolutionSoft Systems Inc., a leader in virtual clock and time-travel testing technology, today announced that its Time Machine software is enabling a groundbreaking operator training environment for the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO). Implemented by energy consulting firm Utilicast, the solution allows the client to replay historical operational data from AVEVA's PI System to create highly realistic grid simulation and training scenarios.

How to Manage Credit Card Debt in Retirement

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / Retirement should be a time to sit back, relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor. But if an unexpected bill, emergency home repair or the cost of daily living has led you to rack up significant credit card debt, you might be wondering how to get your finances back on track.

Popeyes Foundation(SM) and Feed the Children Kick Off Second SERVING WITH LOVE(R) Tour

Partnership Expands Efforts to Provide Food and Essentials to Communities Across the Country

Decart Demonstrates How the AI Grid Powers Real-Time World Models in Collaboration with Comcast and NVIDIA

Frontier AI lab showcases how hyperlocal network infrastructure can power a new generation of real-time AI experiences

Manufacturing & Automation eXchange (MAX) Debuts Next Week in Nashville, Spotlighting the Future of Advanced Manufacturing in The Southeast

Inaugural Event Brings Together Industry Leaders to Explore AI, Automation, Workforce Development, and Smart Factory Innovation Across a Rapidly Growing Regional Market

SMX Fortifies Energy Supply Networks With Embedded Verification Technology

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / Global energy markets operate in a constant state of flux, where pricing pressures, geopolitical tensions, and shifting logistics can alter supply dynamics in an instant. In this environment, absolute trust has become a premium asset. SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX; SMXWW) introduces a new layer of authenticity through its advanced traceability platform, enabling crude oil, refined fuels, and petrochemical products to carry a persistent, verifiable identity throughout their journey-helping defend the enormous capital investments that underpin the global energy system while equipping stakeholders with real-time intelligence.

Lasseter Tractor Achieves 80% 3E Sales Increase with Hunt's Elevate360 Solution

OXFORD, MS / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / Now more than ever, businesses in America's communities need growth they can measure and momentum they can sustain. That's exactly what Lasseter Tractor Company (Lasseter), a John Deere dealer based in Georgia, achieved with Elevate360. The dealer saw an 80% increase in 3E tractor sales in Q2 of 2025 after implementing this local impact marketing solution offered by marketing firm, Hunt.

Announcement from Biorasi, LLC: Melissa Alesse Appointed President as Chris O'Brien Steps into Board of Directors Role

MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / Biorasi, a leading global contract research organization (CRO) specializing in delivering confident clinical trials for emerging biotech sponsors, has announced that Chris O'Brien will be transitioning from his role as Chief Executive Officer and that Melissa Alesse, current Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed as the President of Biorasi effective today. O'Brien will continue to support Biorasi as a member of its Board of Directors.

SIG and Oobli Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Protein-Sweetened Beverages in Aseptic Packaging Solutions

DAVIS, CA / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / SIG and Oobli have formed a strategic partnership to showcase integrated, reduced-sugar beverage concepts to market. By combining Oobli's sweet protein technology with SIG's advanced aseptic filling expertise and diverse packaging options, the collaboration aims to deliver long shelf-life beverages that taste delicious and don't require refrigeration.

Installation Weekend at Omaha's Salem Baptist Church Signals New Season of Ministry

OMAHA, NE / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / Salem Baptist Church marked a defining moment in its more than 100-year history March 6-8 as members, clergy, civic leaders and community guests gathered for a three-day installation weekend welcoming the Rev. Dr. Jarvis A. Ellis Sr. as the church's new senior pastor.

State Legislatures Continue to Reject Big Government "Transactional Gold" Boondoggles

CHARLOTTE, NC / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / Kansas, Arizona, West Virginia, Indiana, and Kentucky are the latest states to reject elaborate government-run "transactional gold" schemes this legislative session.

Narmi Heads to Detroit for Annual Innovators Retreat, Bringing 100+ Community Bank and Credit Union Leaders Together to Challenge the Status Quo

In a city built on innovation and reinvention, community banking leaders will chart a new course for growth, technology, and the future of local finance

Majestic Realty Collective Releases 2026 Resort Report Highlighting Real Estate Trends Across the Mountain West

New report analyzes more than $24B in resort real estate sales across leading ski destinations

Laser Photonics Attends WM Symposia to Present Custom Nuclear Decontamination Solution

CleanTech® Laser Blasting Positioned as Disruptive Alternative to Abrasive Sandblasting for Nuclear Decommissioning

Accurate's Identity Verification Helps Employers Combat Rising Candidate Fraud

Enhanced solution verifies government-issued IDs and confirms candidate identity in seconds

App Orchid Enables Role-based Control of LLMs in Agentic BI

New release introduces role-based AI guardrails and mobile Easy Answers experience

New Survey by Stagwell's The Harris Poll Reveals Science is Under Siege

While a majority of Americans say misinformation about science has worsened, 9-in-10 Republicans and Democrats agree US should play leading role in global scientific research; only 1-in-5 believe US is leading versus ChinaAmericans primarily point to businesses (23%) and non-profits (19%) to step in, if the government cannot fund scientific research

Sidoti Events, LLC's March Small-Cap Virtual Conference

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / Sidoti Events, LLC, an affiliate of Sidoti & Company, LLC, has released the presentation schedule and weblinks for its two-day March Small-Cap Virtual Investor Conference taking place Wednesday and Thursday, March 18-19, 2026. The presentation schedule is subject to change. Please visit www.sidoti.com/events for the most updated version and webinar links.

More Americans Are Tapping Home Equity to Pay IRS Debt - Clear Start Tax Explains the Risks Behind the Trend

Rising tax debt and high consumer interest rates are pushing some homeowners to use home equity loans to settle IRS balances, but tax professionals warn the strategy may carry serious financial risks.

Eco Innovation Group, Inc. (ECOX) Highlights Patent Portfolio and Intellectual Property Strategy Following Kepler GTL Acquisition

SCOTTSDALE, AZ / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / Eco Innovation Group, Inc. (OTCID:ECOX) ("ECOX" or the "Company") highlights the intellectual property portfolio associated with its acquisition of Kepler GTL Technologies Inc. ("Kepler GTL"), positioning the Company around a growing patent estate supporting the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel and related synthetic fuel technologies, with a focus on scalable deployment, process efficiency, and long term cost reduction.

TGI Solar Power Group Inc. Announces Strategic Alliance With MetaSense Inc. to Scale Human Capital for Global Energy and Technology Projects

Redefining Human Capital Management Across Aviation, Nuclear Power, AI, Robotics and Agentic AI

ImageWorks Display(R) Marks 30 Years, Accelerating Innovation for Retail Performance

The company attributes its year-over-year record growth to its loyal clients and partners.

SUZUME Tools Expands Core Product Line to Meet Growing Demand From Tool Enthusiasts and Professionals

KALISPELL, MT / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / SUZUME Tools, a brand dedicated to providing reliable and great-value tools, today announced the expansion of its core product lineup with the introduction of Extra Long Ratcheting Wrench Set. ideal for automotive technicians, motorcycle mechanics, and home DIY users, and also reflect SUZUME Tools' commitment to providing practical, ready-to-use tools in the field of tools.

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