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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Hungary’s Big Choice: Europe or the East?

The next election in Hungary is more than a vote for a new government; it’s a test of the country’s direction. Some say it will decide whether Hungary stays firmly in Europe or leans toward authoritarian allies to the east. The main contest is between Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s long‑running party

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Le Havre Mayor’s Future Could Hurt 2027 Campaign

A recent survey suggests that Edouard Philippe, the former Prime Minister who has led Le Havre since 2010, may lose his mayoral seat in next month’s local elections. The result would dent his hope of winning the 2027 presidential race, where he has been a frontrunner against far‑right contenders. T

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

New Mexico School Sports Rules Face a Long Wait

In New Mexico, lawmakers have a short 30‑day window to act on bills. A proposal from Sen. Antonio “Moe” Maestas, which would shift control of student‑athlete eligibility from the New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) to the state’s Department of Public Education, was not heard this session. Maest

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Sports Streaming: A New Era for Fans and Broadcasters

The Federal Communications Commission has opened a public comment period to explore how live sports are moving from traditional TV to online platforms. This shift, highlighted by the FCC’s request for input, reflects a growing trend where fans must navigate multiple services to catch their favorite

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Debate Over a New Surgeon General: A Look at the Controversies

The Senate’s Health Committee held a hearing to review a nomination for the country’s top medical officer. The candidate, a licensed doctor who also runs a popular wellness blog, is closely linked to a high‑profile activist group. She said her goal was to help people who want clear answers about hea

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Alaska’s Privacy Leak: A Big Mistake with Big Consequences

The state of Alaska has a rule that says the details people give when they sign up to vote are private. That means ages, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers and even the places people were born should not be shared without a good reason. The law also lets voters keep their home address

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Pope Gets a Lesson on Immigration From a Trump Ally

A Chicago‑born former Trump aide, Tom Homan, recently told Pope Leo XIV that the Catholic Church should back law enforcement in immigration matters. He criticized the pope for speaking out against Trump’s mass deportation plan, claiming Leo failed to understand church teachings. Homan said the pope

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Finland Faces Bigger Budget Gap and Calls for Tight Spending

Finland’s Finance Ministry has released a new spending plan that projects the country’s central government deficit to average €14. 9 billion each year from 2027 to 2030. The forecast shows a clear rise compared with the previous year, driven by lower tax receipts and reduced earnings from its emissi

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Election Money Flow in Anchorage: A Close Race for City Council Seats

The upcoming municipal election will decide half of Anchorage’s city council. Campaign finance filings show that most races are tightly contested in terms of money raised, with a few exceptions. In the past, candidates have waited until voters receive their mail ballots in March to start spending

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Health Leader’s Actions Spark Rising Vaccine Threat

The newest Health and Human Services head, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , has become the center of a heated debate about vaccine safety and public trust. In a short video that gained viral attention, he was seen doing bizarre exercise routines with Kid Rock. The clip sparked jokes online, but the real co

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