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Feb 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Park Chan‑Wook to Lead 2026 Cannes Jury

The 79th Cannes Film Festival, set for May 12–23, will be guided by South Korean director Park Chan‑Wook as jury president. He joins the ranks of past leaders such as Juliette Binoche, who chaired 2025’s jury when Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi received the Palme d’Or after a fifteen‑year absence.

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Feb 26 2026FINANCE

Bond Market Reacts as Investors Anticipate Inflation Data

The U. S. Treasury market cooled on Thursday, with the 10‑year yield falling more than two basis points to 4. 023% and the 30‑year dropping under two basis points to 4. 675%. Even the short‑term 2‑year note slipped slightly, ending at 3. 452%. These moves show investors are waiting for a big inflati

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Military Ties to Scouting: A Shift in Strategy

The Pentagon is reconsidering a long‑standing partnership with Scouting America after a series of controversial proposals. For years, the U. S. military has supported Scout troops on bases and offered special ranks to young Eagle Scouts who join the armed forces. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

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Feb 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s Upcoming Reveal: What to Expect in the Next Few Days

Apple’s chief executive, Tim Cook, posted a teaser on social media that hinted at a “big week ahead, ” sparking speculation about the company’s next set of releases. The post featured a colorful Apple logo and a short clip that ended with the symbol on a Mac’s lid, suggesting new hardware is on the

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Feb 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Kayce’s New Life: A Quick‑Paced Marshals Show

The new series “Marshals” starts on March 1st and will air on CBS. It follows Kayce Dutton, played by Luke Grimes, after the last episode of “Yellowstone. ” Fans who loved the original show will see a different style here. Grimes says the tone is faster and more action‑heavy. “It’s a ver

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Hidden Lures: How Spy Tactics Use Charm to Steal Secrets

Foreign powers often use subtle tricks to gain U. S. information, and one of the oldest methods is the “honeypot. ” In this approach an attractive person—sometimes a woman, sometimes a man—creates a friendly or romantic connection with a target who has access to sensitive data. The goal is not love

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Cuban Boat Incident Sparks U. S. and Cuban Tension

The Cuban coast guard stopped a speedboat that had come from Florida near the El Pino canal. The boat carried weapons and a crew of ten Cuban nationals who lived in the U. S. When Cuban border guards asked for identification, shots were fired from the boat. The guard commander was hurt but

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

The Youth Job Gap Is Growing Fast

In the last three months of 2025, almost a million UK residents aged 16‑24 were neither working nor studying. The Office for National Statistics says this group, called Neet, made up 12. 8% of that age range. The overall figure has slipped a little compared with last year, but the share of young wom

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Feb 26 2026SPORTS

Ohio State Loses Big Game to Iowa in Clear Defeat

The Buckeyes entered the matchup hoping for a strong showing that could keep their NCAA hopes alive. Instead, they were outplayed by the Hawkeyes in a game that ended 74‑57. Iowa’s defense was dominant, limiting Ohio State to just 41. 9 percent from the floor and shutting down star guard Bruce Th

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Rubio’s Caribbean Stop Highlights U. S. Focus Amid Middle East Tensions

Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived on St. Kitts and Nevis early Wednesday, aiming to showcase the United States’ commitment to the Western Hemisphere. The visit follows a recent U. S. military action that removed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power, signaling a shift in regional prior

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