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Dreame Unveils PowerSight 40V Series at DREAME NEXT Launch Event 2026: Smart Display, Stable Power, Eco-Friendly Garden Care

SAN FRANCISCO , April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Dreame Technology, a global leader in high-end consumer electronics and intelligent manufacturing, has kicked off its highly anticipated DREAME NEXT launch event at the iconic Palace of Fine Arts, running from April 27 to 30, 2026. The centerpiece of the showcase includes the PowerSightTM 40V cordless yard tool series, which is currently available for live demonstrations, with the official global unveiling scheduled for the afternoon of April 28. As a highly anticipated cross-industry feast attracting global attention from the tech community, the event has gathered numerous renowned scientists and leaders in the technology field. Thousands of guests from more than 50 countries and regions around the world have converged at this iconic venue, i

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Urges SES AI Corporation Investors to Act: Class Action Filed Alleging Investor Harm

NEW YORK, April 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against SES AI Corporation (NYSE: SES ) and certain of its officers. This lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired SES AI securities between January 29, 2025 and March 4, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: bgandg.com/SES. SES AI Case Details The Complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1)

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QNB Corp. Reports Earnings for First Quarter 2026

QUAKERTOWN, Pa., April 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QNB Corp. (the "Company" or "QNB") (OTCQX: QNBC ), the parent company of QNB Bank (the "Bank"), reported net income for the first quarter of 2026 of $2,765,000 or $0.73 per share on a diluted basis. This compares to net income of $2,578,000, or $0.69 per share on a diluted basis, for the same period in 2025. For the three-month period of 2026, net income included after-tax merger-related cost of $754,000. The merger-related costs are significant one-time costs and are not normal recurring operating expenses. Adjusted diluted earnings per share excluding the impact of the merger-related cost for the three-month period of 2026 was $0.93 * . For the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, the annualized rate of return on average assets (ROAA) an

'Childhood memories' - why nostalgia wasn't enough to save Claire's

Experts says Claire's suffered from a perfect storm of issues which has spelled the end for the accessories chain.

Heil, Autocar, and Recology Announce Fully Integrated Electric Refuse Truck for Service in the City of Issaquah, WA

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. , April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Heil ® Co., Autocar, LLC and Recology, Inc today announced the upcoming delivery of a fully electric refuse collection vehicle jointly developed by Heil and Autocar for Recology, whom will operate the truck as part of its waste and recycling services for the City of Issaquah, Washington. The vehicle pairs Autocar's E-ACXTM all-electric chassis with the Heil RevAMP ® electric automated side loader body, creating a fully integrated electric refuse platform with no hydraulics on route, designed to support municipal sustainability initiatives while maintaining the performance, durability, and uptime fleets demand. The unit will operate under Recology's service contract with the City of Issaquah, a municipality recognized for its leadershi

US Consumer Confidence Edged Up Again in April

Confidence Inched Higher Despite Spiking Prices Amid Middle East Turmoil NEW YORK , April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index ® edged up by 0.6 points to 92.8 (1985=100) in April, from 92.2 in March's upwardly revised reading. The Present Situation Index —based on consumers' assessment of current business and labor market conditions—retreated by 0.3 points to 123.8. The Expectations Index —based on consumers' short-term outlook for income, business, and labor market conditions—rose by 1.2 points to 72.2. The survey period for this month's preliminary results was April 1–22, a period that included the temporary two-week ceasefire in the Middle East conflict beginning April 8 and the subsequent rebound in US equities. "Consumer confidence edged up in April

Foreign demand for US corporate bonds rises as investors favor tech over financials, Citigroup says

Foreign demand for U.S. investment-grade corporate bonds has remained strong for 15 consecutive months, according to Citigroup, as overseas investors rotate into ​technology, media and telecom (TMT) debt, as well as longer maturities, ‌while moving away from financial bonds.

Jessica Melugin: Social media bans bring problems and don’t work

Bans on social media for minors are having a political moment. Parents’ sincere concerns and politicians’ instincts to capitalize on those fears are driving federal and state legislation like the kind already in effect elsewhere in the world. But no amount of good intentions makes these efforts good policy. At

What a Gum Brand's 800 Copycats Reveal About Food Fraud in 2026

Food fraud used to hide in supply chains. Now it moves through TikTok Shop and Instagram ads, and a $30 million gum brand's counterfeit crisis shows how.

BP profits more than double as Iran war sends oil prices higher

The energy giant said it had seen an "exceptional" performance at its oil trading business.

OpenAI ends Microsoft exclusivity to sell AI models on AWS and Google Cloud

Microsoft and OpenAI have dismantled their exclusive partnership, ending revenue sharing and freeing OpenAI to sell its AI models on AWS and Google Cloud in a sweeping deal that reshapes the entire artificial intelligence industry.

'My husband might give up work to care for our kids' - nursery bills in Wales highest in Britain

Parents in Wales say the cost of childcare is one of their biggest worries ahead of the election.

Supreme Court weighs blocking Roundup cancer claims

The Supreme Court seems divided over whether to block thousands of lawsuits alleging the maker of the weedkiller Roundup failed to warn people it could cause cancer.

European flight prices are falling in short term, Wizz Air boss says

While many airlines say they are raising prices due to high fuel costs, József Váradi says European airlines are trying to boost demand

Fresh produce and community await at Bend Farmers Market’s, begins this week

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Bend Farmers Market will return to downtown Bend on Wednesday, May 6, marking the start of another season. The market, located in Brooks Alley just off Drake Park, offers fresh food, community connections and a lively atmosphere. The market aims to support local farmers, ranchers, bakers and artisan food producers The post Fresh produce and community await at Bend Farmers Market’s, begins this week appeared first on KTVZ .

Claire's closes 154 stores with loss of 1,300 jobs

All of the chain's standalone stores have stopped trading in the UK and Ireland.

Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. and Bilt Announce Strategic Partnership to Power Connected “Everything Home” Experience

The companies will jointly deliver a unified customer identity, loyalty, and engagement platform spanning the full home lifecycleNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. (NYSE: BBBY) (“Bed Bath & Beyond”) and Bilt today announced a s... The post Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. and Bilt Announce Strategic Partnership to Power Connected “Everything Home” Experience appeared first on Crypto Reporter .

Critical Metals Shares Trade Higher On European Lithium Deal

Critical Metals Corp. (NASDAQ: CRML ) shares are up on Monday as the company is moving forward with plans to acquire European Lithium Ltd. European Lithium shareholders would receive 0.035 shares of Critical Metals for each share held. Based on this exchange ratio and market conditions as of April 22, the implied total equity value of the transaction is around $835 million. European Lithium Acquisition Plans This proposed transaction is expected to consolidate ownership of the Tanbreez Rare Earth Project in Greenland and boost Critical Metals’ strategic position in the critical minerals market. European Lithium also holds significant cash reserves and marketable securities, including about 45.5 million Critical Metals shares (~34% ownership), valued at roughly $540 million. Post-transactio

MoSPI proposes Index of Service Production with 2024-25 as base year

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has proposed creating an Index of Services Production (ISP) for the formal sector using GST data, with 2024–25 as the base year. The index will track key service segments such as trade, transport, banking, insurance, hospitality, real estate, and professional services, and will complement the Index of Industrial Production by offering high-frequency insights into the services economy.

Bridgepoint agrees to buy most of German identity security firm iC Consult from Carlyle

Bridgepoint said it has agreed to buy a majority stake in Germany's iC Consult from Carlyle in ​a deal that increases the British investment firm's exposure to cybersecurity services.

Buy airline tickets now, Spain urges as Iran war lifts oil prices

Consumers should buy airline tickets as soon as possible to avoid the risk of higher fares caused by ​rising oil prices triggered by the war in ‌Iran, Spain's industry and tourism minister said.

UK household budgets tighten amid Iran conflict

British families tell BBC Panorama how the Iran war is affecting their monthly budgets.

War Schmwar

War Schmwar By Peter Tchir of Academy Securities Markets have been almost totally dismissive of the conflict in Iran. Frankly, the number of countries, including oil-rich nations, that had been firing at each other seemed quite high, yet most markets shrugged it off. While the Strait remained closed, or blockaded, or blocked, the market remained in Open Sesame mode this week. Moonshot Artemis II wasn’t the only “moonshot” we’ve seen. The SOX index has jumped almost 50% since March 30th . That would be incredible, but 18 straight days of gains is wildly impressive ! (Even the NY Mets could only do the same thing 12 days in a row, but in the other direction). The lower chart is RSI (Relative Strength Indicator and one of my favorite technicals to look at). This index went from the cusp of ov

Bang Si-Hyuk's Legal Challenges Intensify Amid Ongoing Investigation

Bang Si-Hyuk, the founder of HYBE, is facing renewed legal scrutiny as South Korean police contemplate reapplying for an arrest warrant. This follows an initial rejection by prosecutors amid an investigation into alleged financial misconduct linked to HYBE's 2020 IPO. The case has drawn significant attention, especially given HYBE's management of the global sensation BTS. Allegations include misleading investors and fraudulent trading practices, with potential legal consequences looming. As the investigation unfolds, the pressure mounts on Bang, who has denied all allegations. This article delves into the details of the case and its implications for the entertainment industry.

UK's Starmer and Trump discuss 'urgent need' to restore shipping in Strait of Hormuz

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and ​US President Donald Trump ‌discussed the urgent need to get shipping moving again ​in the Strait ​of Hormuz during a call ⁠on Sunday, a Downing ​Street spokesperson said. “The leaders ​discussed the urgent need to get shipping moving again in ​the Strait of Hormuz, ​given the severe consequences for the ‌global ⁠economy and cost of living for people in the UK and globally,” ​the ​spokesperson ⁠for Starmer’s office said in a ​statement. “The prime minister shared ​the ⁠latest progress on his joint initiative with President (Emmanuel) Macron ⁠to ​restore freedom of ​navigation,” the spokesperson added.

Trump Admin Pitching US Companies To Rebuild Gulf Infrastructure Hit By Iran, Arab Officials Say 'Tone-Deaf'

Trump Admin Pitching US Companies To Rebuild Gulf Infrastructure Hit By Iran, Arab Officials Say 'Tone-Deaf' Via Middle East Eye The Trump administration has told several Gulf states that they should use American companies to rebuild their infrastructure damaged by Iran's retaliatory strikes amid the US-Israeli war on the Islamic Republic, US and Arab officials familiar with the discussions told Middle East Eye. Kuwait, Bahrain and the UAE are among the countries the US has tapped as potential customers for US engineering, manufacturing and construction firms , given the extent of damage in their countries, the officials told MEE. Smoke rises following a strike on the Bapco oil refinery, amid the US-Israeli war on Iran, on Sitra Island, Bahrain, on March 9, 2026. via Reuters Saudi Arabia a

Smart Investors Master SEC Disclosure Rules to Maximize Returns and Avoid Costly Pitfalls

Every successful equity investor knows that information is power, but few truly understand how to leverage the treasure trove of data hidden within mandatory SEC disclosure filings. These documents, required by law from publicly traded companies, contain the critical intelligence that separates winning portfolios from mediocre returns. The Securities and Exchange Commission mandates that public... The post Smart Investors Master SEC Disclosure Rules to Maximize Returns and Avoid Costly Pitfalls appeared first on Equity Insider .

Tommy Hilfiger’s F1 Miami Capsule Is Almost Fully Sold Out Online (But We Found a Way to Get the Viral Pieces in Two Days)

The limited-edition fanwear collection of tees, quarter-zips, varsity jackets, and hoodies — available at Amazon — will dress you to the nines for next weekend's sporting event.

Crypto News: AlphaPepe DeFi Exchange Progress Hits 1,000 Demo Users whilst Dogecoin Price Prediction Points To $1.00

MONACO CITY, Monaco, April 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AlphaPepe has cleared a major product milestone as the AlphaSwap DeFi exchange demo moves beyond 1,000 active users ahead of the Q2 2026 exchange debut. The presale has also crossed $960,000 raised, passed 8,000 holders, and kept Stage 14 live at $0.01586 while the project maintains a 10/10 BlockSAFU audit score. The timing lands as Dogecoin price prediction headlines swing back toward the long-discussed $1.00 target. New ETF access and broader institutional attention have pulled DOGE back into the center of the meme-coin conversation, but that path still depends on outside catalysts continuing to build over time. Crypto News: AlphaPepe DeFi Exchange Progress Hits 1,000 Demo Users While The Dogecoin Price Prediction Confirms The Bull

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Goldman Sachs Sees Canadian Dollar Supported by Energy Shock: A Powerful Outlook for CAD

BitcoinWorld Goldman Sachs Sees Canadian Dollar Supported by Energy Shock: A Powerful Outlook for CAD Goldman Sachs sees Canadian dollar supported by energy shock, according to a recent research note from the global investment bank. This analysis comes as energy markets experience significant disruptions, driving commodity prices higher and reshaping currency valuations worldwide. The Canadian dollar, often called the loonie, stands to benefit from these shifts due to Canada’s status [...] This post Goldman Sachs Sees Canadian Dollar Supported by Energy Shock: A Powerful Outlook for CAD first appeared on BitcoinWorld .