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Mar 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Sony Gains Full Control of Peanuts

Sony Music Entertainment Japan and Sony Pictures Entertainment have secured an 80‑percent stake in the Peanuts franchise, paying $460 million to acquire the remaining shares from WildBrain. Sony Music Japan already owned 39 percent since 2018, so this deal adds another 41 percent and brings the belo

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Feb 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Poppy Playtime Chapter 5 Breaks Records and Fans Go Wild

The newest entry in the Poppy Playtime saga has smashed previous sales figures, reaching 175, 000 copies sold on its first day and staying at the top of Steam’s Global Top Sellers for over a full day. The game also topped Twitch viewership charts at launch, showing how much hype the community builds

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Feb 27 2026POLITICS

Le Havre Mayor Race May Shake Up 2027 French Politics

A new poll suggests that former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe, who has led the city of Le Havre since 2010, might lose his mayoral seat in next month’s local elections. If this happens, it could dent Philippe’s hopes of running for president in 2027. The survey was conducted by OpinionWay fo

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Feb 24 2026HEALTH

Cryptococcosis Hits the ICU: What French Doctors Learned

A recent study in France followed patients who had to be moved into the intensive care unit because of a fungal infection caused by Cryptococcus. The fungus is usually harmless to healthy people, but it can become deadly when the immune system is weak. The research team collected data from severa

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Feb 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Cross Season 2: A Comeback Story Worth Watching

The crime thriller series Cross is making waves on Prime Video. After a shaky start, the second season is proving to be a hit. It's now the number one trending show worldwide. This is a big deal, especially after the first season didn't get great reviews. Cross is based on a series of popular books

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Norway and France Step Up Military Aid for Ukraine

In a significant move, Norway has pledged a substantial amount of money to bolster Ukraine's military capabilities. The country will provide 4. 2 billion Norwegian crowns, which is roughly 443. 25 million US dollars. This financial support is part of a broader agreement with France, which has also c

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Feb 11 2026BUSINESS

Closing of Oakland’s Athletic Club: A Last Game

The Athletic Club in Oakland has closed its doors after eight years of serving fans and friends. The final day coincided with the Super Bowl, adding a bittersweet note to its farewell. A post on Instagram announced the closure and thanked patrons for their support. Co‑owner Miles Palliser expressed

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Jan 28 2026SPORTS

The Bosa Brothers: A Potential Reunion in San Francisco

The San Francisco 49ers might soon have a pair of familiar names on their roster. Joey Bosa, a seasoned NFL player, could join his brother Nick in San Francisco. Joey, known for his skills as an edge rusher, spent last year with the Buffalo Bills. He had a solid season with five sacks and five force

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Jan 27 2026POLITICS

France Stands Tall for Its Afghan Heroes

In Paris, a powerful message was sent: the bravery of French soldiers in Afghanistan won't be forgotten or disrespected. A high-ranking French official, Alice Rufo, honored the memory of the 90 French troops who lost their lives in the conflict. This wasn't a planned event, but a response to recent

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Jan 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Is Watch Dogs franchise really over?

Inside sources say Ubisoft may have given up on the Watch Dogs series. This news comes from Tom Henderson, who shared his thoughts on the Insider Gaming podcast. He mentioned that the team behind Watch Dogs Legion felt the game needed more time before it was released. After Legion came out, the dev

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