Corning

AT&T and Corning announced a partnership to expand and engineer fiber optic networks, in what the companies call an effort to 'engineer the connected world.' The collaboration ties AT&T's broadband expansion goals to Corning's fiber and cable manufacturing, as demand for high-speed connectivity keeps growing with cloud services and AI workloads. Details on investment size and deployment timelines were not included in the initial announcement.

Illinois agricultural groups are hosting tours for international grain buyers, showcasing the state's corn and soybean crops to strengthen export relationships. Brownfield Ag News reports the visits help build trust with overseas customers and support demand for US grain. Illinois is a leading grain-producing state, and such buyer tours are a common tool for securing long-term trade partnerships.

A new recipe is making the rounds that merges Mexican street corn, known as elote, with classic creamy coleslaw. The dish combines charred corn, lime, chili and cilantro flavors with shredded cabbage, positioning it as a zesty alternative for picnics and barbecues. Home cooks are sharing the fresh take on two familiar side dishes as summer cookout season inspires searches for easy, crowd-pleasing recipes.