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Bericht: Trump erwägt riskanten Besitz von Kharg-Insel, um Iran zum Öffnen des Hormuz-Streits zu zwingen

Die Trump-Regierung erwägt, die Kharg-Insel zu besetzen, um den Iran zu zwingen, den Hormuz-Streit zu öffnen, was die Spannungen in…

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B.C. Budget Projects Record $13.3B Deficit in 2026/27

B.C. Budget Projects Record $13.3B Deficit in 2026/27

British Columbia's latest budget forecasts a record $13.3 billion deficit for 2026/27, worsening by $3.1 billion from last year's projection. The Business Council of British Columbia says the plan fails to curb spending or boost private sector growth amid sharp tax hikes.

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UK Flat Prices Drop as Leasehold Abuses Erode Trust

UK Flat Prices Drop as Leasehold Abuses Erode Trust

Flat prices across England fell 0.5 percent in December, with inner London seeing the sharpest declines amid a leasehold system plagued by exploitative charges and building safety fears. Experts warn the crisis threatens urban housing for essential workers like nurses and teachers.

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Azerbaijan Deputy Minister Attends OTS Economy Ministers Meeting in Kazakhstan

Azerbaijan Deputy Minister Attends OTS Economy Ministers Meeting in Kazakhstan

Azerbaijan's Deputy Minister of Economy Rövnəq Abdullayev participated in the 14th Meeting of Ministers of Economy and Trade of the Organization of Turkic States in Türkistan, Kazakhstan. Ministers signed a Joint Communiqué and a trade cooperation memorandum, and selected Azerbaijan to host the next gathering.

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NJ Fencing Experts Promote Composite, Vinyl Over Wood for Durability

NJ Fencing Experts Promote Composite, Vinyl Over Wood for Durability

New Jersey fencing specialists at Navigator Stone & Fence recommend composite, vinyl, steel and aluminum options that last 30 years or more, slashing annual maintenance costs to $50 from wood's $200. These materials resist rot, warping and insects without the constant staining and sealing traditional fences require.

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Top 10 IT Staffing Agencies Lead India's 2026 Talent War

Top 10 IT Staffing Agencies Lead India’s 2026 Talent War

India's IT staffing market surges amid a shortage of senior talent in generative AI, cloud architecture and DevSecOps. TeamLease, Quess Corp and global players like Randstad top the list of agencies serving enterprises in 2026.

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Tata Punch EV Adds 65 kW Fast Charging, Lifetime Battery Warranty

Tata Punch EV Adds 65 kW Fast Charging, Lifetime Battery Warranty

Tata Motors upgraded the Punch EV with 65 kW DC fast charging on its 40 kWh variant, cutting charge time from 20% to 80% to 26 minutes. The model now includes standard 360-degree cameras, ventilated seats on higher trims and a lifetime unlimited-kilometer battery warranty.

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Tata Punch EV Facelift Launches with 468 km Range, New Design

Tata Punch EV Facelift Launches with 468 km Range, New Design

Tata Motors unveiled the 2026 Punch EV facelift on Tuesday, packing a larger 40 kWh battery for up to 468 km range and fresh styling cues. Prices start at 9.69 lakhs rupees ex-showroom, targeting compact electric SUV buyers in India.

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Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu Signs 7 AI Education Deals at India AI Summit

Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu Signs 7 AI Education Deals at India AI Summit

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu oversaw the signing of seven memorandums of understanding and letters of intent at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. The agreements target higher education, advanced skilling and school transformation to build Andhra Pradesh's AI workforce.

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KSINC Launches Symphony Vessel for 50th Anniversary Expansion

KSINC Launches Symphony Vessel for 50th Anniversary Expansion

The Kerala Shipping and Inland Navigation Corporation has kicked off construction on a new cruise vessel named Symphony to boost its Kochi operations. The project leads a series of expansions marking the state-run agency's 50th year in 2026.

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USTR to Launch Section 301 Probes on Major Partners, Drug Pricing

USTR to Launch Section 301 Probes on Major Partners, Drug Pricing

The U.S. Trade Representative's office will initiate multiple Section 301 investigations targeting major trading partners over issues including drug pricing and discrimination against American tech firms. USTR Jamieson Greer announced the probes Friday, following President Donald Trump's directive after a Supreme Court ruling.

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Six Senses Vana: Dehradun’s Rs 325-Crore Secret Wellness Retreat

Six Senses Vana: Dehradun’s Rs 325-Crore Secret Wellness Retreat

Six Senses Vana, a Rs 325-crore forest estate in Dehradun, operates as India's most secretive wellness retreat, drawing guests into a phone-free sanctuary amid Sal forests near Rajaji National Park. The 21-acre property, rebranded under Six Senses in 2023, enforces strict rules on attire, meals and photography to foster deep mental reset.

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UAE Activates One-Point Travel Pilot with Bahrain at Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Airports

UAE Activates One-Point Travel Pilot with Bahrain at Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Airports

The United Arab Emirates launched a pilot for the One-Point Air Travelers Project with Bahrain on February 16, 2026, allowing passengers to handle all immigration, security and customs checks at departure airports. The initiative targets Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi and Bahrain International Airport to cut arrival delays.

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Myitsone Hydropower Electricity to Prioritize Myanmar Domestic Use

Myitsone Hydropower Electricity to Prioritize Myanmar Domestic Use

Electricity from the Ayeyawady Myitsone-Upstream Hydropower Project will prioritize domestic consumption in Myanmar, with surplus shared across regions, a top official said. The project could fully meet national demand and boost local jobs, Union Minister U Tin Aung San told 1,480 residents at Myitkyina University on February 19.

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