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Prices for wheat, corn and sugar are climbing sharply on commodity exchanges, prompting concern in Germany that a new wave of food inflation is on the way. So far, the increases have barely reached supermarket shelves, but experts warn it is only a matter of time before shoppers feel the impact.

Solar power is being pushed into increasingly constrained locations as land availability tightens, according to a report highlighting how space limitations are shaping new project siting. With suitable open land scarce, developers are turning to unconventional and confined spaces to deploy panels, a challenge that could influence costs, grid planning and the pace of the energy transition worldwide.

A new analysis examines where billion-dollar startup companies remain concentrated across the United States, and argues that other regions copying the geography of these hubs tend to fail. The piece suggests the density of talent, capital and networks behind unicorn clusters is difficult to replicate, prompting debate among startup ecosystem builders elsewhere about what actually drives them.

A flood watch is in effect for the next three days across the Four Corners region, most of New Mexico, and northeast Arizona. Moisture from the remnants of Hurricane Polo is moving in overnight, while an Aleutian Low spinning off the Southern California coast is pumping additional moisture into the area, raising the risk of significant flooding across the desert Southwest.

The Indianapolis Colts defeated the Houston Texans on a late field goal in an NFL matchup, prompting debate over whether Indianapolis has turned a corner this season. Commentators are weighing the win as a potential sign the Colts are becoming genuine contenders in the AFC South rather than an early-season surprise.

A viral post is drawing attention to the fact that the golden 'butter' topping poured over popcorn at AMC movie theaters is not actually butter. The topping is typically a flavored oil blend rather than real dairy, a detail that has long appeared on theater ingredient lists but is surprising many moviegoers now seeing it circulated widely online, prompting discussion about theater snack labeling.

A former student has filed a lawsuit against Cornell University, according to a news report. The details of the case, including the plaintiff's name, the nature of the claims, and the damages being sought, have not been disclosed. Further information is expected as the legal proceedings move forward.

Gizmodo reports that a fourth-generation Apple TV 4K may be close to launch, based on leaked information about the streaming device. If accurate, the refresh would update Apple's set-top box lineup, though details on pricing, specs, and an official release date have not been confirmed by Apple.