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Feb 17 2026FINANCE

Gabon Eases Financial Burden with Tax Relief on Essentials

Gabon has taken a step to help its people by temporarily removing taxes on some important goods. This move is meant to make life a bit easier for families struggling with high prices. The government has decided to pause import duties and value-added tax on items like meat, fish, dairy, and other bas

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Feb 17 2026FINANCE

A New Face in London's Legal Scene: Lisa Seifman Joins Cahill

Lisa Seifman has just started a new job at Cahill's London office. She's now the head of the Real Estate Finance team and shares leadership of the Digital Infrastructure Finance group. This move comes right after Jeremy Duffy joined the firm, boosting Cahill's presence in Europe. Seifman is known f

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Feb 17 2026FINANCE

Portugal's Stormy Path to Financial Stability

Portugal is in a tough spot. The country is trying to keep its budget balanced and reduce debt, but recent storms have made things harder. The finance minister, Joaquim Miranda Sarmento, said that helping people and businesses affected by the storms is a priority. This means that the government migh

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Feb 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

When Silence Speaks Louder Than Words

At a recent press event, the head of the Berlin Film Festival, Tricia Tuttle, stood up for artists who choose to stay quiet about politics. This came after actors like Neil Patrick Harris and Michelle Yeoh dodged political questions during their time at the festival. Even the festival jury head, Wim

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Feb 17 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Crimes: When Fame and Misconduct Collide

Celebrities often capture our attention with their talent and charm, but behind the glitz and glamour, some have faced serious allegations of misconduct. Take Mark Wahlberg, for instance. As a teenager, he was involved in racist attacks, including throwing rocks at Black children and assaulting Viet

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Feb 17 2026BUSINESS

Brad Turcotte Takes the Lead in Country Music's Global Expansion

A fresh face is stepping into the spotlight of the country music scene. Brad Turcotte has been appointed as the senior vice president of country at TEG Live, a global touring platform under Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG). This move is a big deal for TEG, as they aim to strengthen their presence

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Feb 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Voyager's New Adventure: A Game of Choices and Challenges

A new game is coming out soon. It's called Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown. It's all about making tough choices and managing a spaceship. The game is set in the same universe as the famous TV show, Star Trek: Voyager. Players get to command the U. S. S. Voyager as it travels through a danger

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Feb 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

An Octopus Adventure: Darwin's Journey to the Ocean

A new game is coming out soon! It's called Darwin's Paradox! The game will be available on April 2. It is an adventure game. You play as an octopus named Darwin. He is on a mission to return to the ocean. The game is made by a French indie team called ZDT Studio. It is published by Konami. Yo

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Voting Rules: Who's Really Affected?

In Maryland, voters don't need to show ID when they vote. They only need it to register. This makes Maryland one of 14 states that don't require ID at the polls. Other states do, but some let people skip the photo ID if they have a good reason. Why is this a big deal? Some people think ID rules sto

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Feb 17 2026SCIENCE

How Storytelling Affects Trust and Connection

People often share personal stories to teach others and help them make choices. But how do we know if these stories are true? A study looked into this. It found that when someone tells a story with lots of details, people believe it more. They also feel more trusting and empathetic towards the story

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