Mining & Metals: Western Ridge Resources expanded its Keystone project landholding in Nevada by 4,960 acres via 248 new lode claims, boosting its Pershing Trend position and setting up a maiden 19-hole drilling program targeting tungsten, silver and gold. Critical Minerals Processing: Viking Mines says metallurgical testwork at its Linka tungsten project hit a 62.5% tungsten trioxide concentrate grade at 59.8% recovery, using a larger 10-kilogram sample to improve repeatability and reduce development risk. Energy & Grid: UNLV researchers are exploring a “fountain of youth” approach for lithium batteries, using X-rays to regenerate capacity and potentially extend EV battery life from about a decade toward 15–20 years. Utilities & Courts: Nevada’s attorney general vowed to appeal after a judge allowed NV Energy’s demand charge to proceed, with the dispute still “far from over.” Construction & Housing: Las Vegas’ Arca Apartments reopened nearly three years after a $100M construction fire, with 356 units now welcoming residents. Public Safety: Elko County’s Egberts Fire saw 14 firefighters treated and released after allergic reactions; the 650-acre fire is reported 95% contained. Policy & Gambling: A bipartisan group of 41 state attorneys general urged the CFTC to recognize state authority over sports-related prediction markets, arguing they function like sportsbooks. Aviation/Logistics Tech: A Nevada town hosted what its maker and Gov. Brian Sandoval called the first fully autonomous urban drone package delivery in the U.S. Consumer Watch: Consumer Reports advises Nevada shoppers to avoid rushing appliance replacements and to compare retailer service, delivery and stock before buying.