Extreme-Environment Materials: Ames Lab unveiled a refractory metal powder atomization system that can process materials up to 3,400°C at up to 1 kg/min, aiming to speed U.S. production of high-melting alloys for gas turbines and fusion. Food Safety Recall: Hodo recalled selected lots of Lightly Fried Chili Crisp Tofu in 29+ states, including California, after ink contamination concerns tied to packaging during scale-up; no illnesses reported. Diesel Emissions Policy: The Engine Technology Forum praised House passage of the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act reauthorization step, backing competitive grants to upgrade or retire older diesel engines. Defense Manufacturing Ramp: Lockheed Martin broke ground on Building 47 at its Troy, Alabama munitions center to accelerate THAAD interceptor production, alongside growth in Camden, Arkansas. Grid Security Rules: A new executive order restricts imports/installation of certain foreign bulk-power system equipment, with Energy Department regulations due within 120 days. Trade Pressure on Manufacturers: Canada-U.S. tariff uncertainty is stressing Manitoba and Canadian manufacturers like Loewen Windows, with knock-on effects from cross-border supply chains. Industrial Investment: GE Appliances announced a $1B transformation at its Louisville Appliance Park, positioning it as the largest home appliance manufacturing site in the U.S. Labor Signals: ADP reported private payroll growth slowed in August, with manufacturing job losses offsetting gains elsewhere.