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Feb 18 2026SPORTS

Russia’s Return to the Paralympics: A New Chapter

Russia will send a small delegation to the 2026 Paralympic Games in Italy, ending over ten years of sports isolation. The move follows growing support among international sporting bodies to lift the long‑standing Olympic ban on Russian athletes. It also opens the possibility for a full Russian team

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Feb 17 2026CRYPTO

Russia's Crypto Boom: Big Money, Big Rules

Russia is seeing a lot of crypto action. People there are spending about 50 billion rubles ($648 million) on crypto every day. That's a huge amount! The government is taking notice. They want to make rules for this fast-growing market. The finance ministry and central bank are pushing for quick act

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Russia’s Strikes on Ukraine’s Power Grid: A Question of Tactics, Not Revenge

Russia claims it is striking Ukraine’s energy sites as payback for attacks on its own civilians. But the reality looks very different. The Russian defence ministry said a big attack on February 3 was a “response” to what it called terrorist strikes by Kyiv. That statement follows a pattern

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Feb 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

Using AirTags with Rechargeable Batteries: Why It’s a Bad Idea

AirTags are handy for keeping track of keys, wallets, and even bikes. Most people rely on cheap disposable CR2032 button cells that last about a year, which is simple and inexpensive. Some folks try to cut costs by swapping in rechargeable LIR2032 cells, thinking they’re the same size and will fit j

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Why Russia's Telegram Restrictions Could Backfire

Russia's recent decision to tighten controls on Telegram has sparked a wave of criticism, particularly from those who rely on the app for essential communication. The state's communications regulator announced further restrictions, citing Telegram's failure to address criminal and terrorist activiti

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Russia's Backup Plan for Bushehr Nuclear Plant Staff

Russia has a plan to pull out its workers from Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant if things get too risky. This plant, the only one Iran has running, was built by Russia, and there are more nuclear facilities being constructed there. Last year, a U. S. attack hit some of Iran's nuclear sites, but Bushehr

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Jan 29 2026FINANCE

Aviation Finance Gets a Smart Update for a Risky World

Aircraft Finance Lease (AFL) has rolled out a fresh approach to aircraft leasing and financing. This isn't just a small tweak. It's a big deal designed to tackle the messy geopolitical and legal risks shaking up global aviation. The new plan puts a spotlight on making lease contracts clearer and mo

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Jan 27 2026BUSINESS

Business-Class Travel Made Easy: Exploring Air Canada's Unique Jetz Service

Air Canada has a special fleet called Jetz. It's made up of Airbus A320 planes. But these aren't your usual planes. They have only 70 seats, and all of them are business class. This is quite different from the usual 140-160 seats you'd find on a similar aircraft. These planes are mainly used for ch

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Jan 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why Do Airplanes Need Tiny Tugs to Move?

Airplanes are built to soar in the sky, but they're not so great at moving around on the ground. That's where tiny tugs come in. These small machines can move even the biggest planes, like the Airbus A380. But how do they do it? First, let's talk about weight. Airplanes come in all sizes. The Airbu

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Jan 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

Faces Over Passports: Airports Embrace High-Tech ID Checks

Airports in the U. S. are rolling out new tech that uses your face as your ID. This means saying goodbye to digging out your passport or boarding pass at security. Instead, cameras will scan your face to confirm who you are. This tech is already in use at some airports, and more are expected to join

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