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Markets

Visma Delays London IPO Amid AI Rout in Software Stocks

Norwegian software company Visma AS may postpone its planned London stock market debut to the second half of the year. Publicly traded peers face mounting pressure from an AI-driven selloff hitting software and related sectors.

WH News Feb 20, 2026

Travel

TRAVUL.ORG Marks 2nd Anniversary with Team Spotlight

TRAVUL.ORG celebrated its second anniversary on February 15, 2026, highlighting the dedicated team driving its mission to expand travel access for young Africans. The startup's operations wizards, customer experience specialists and tech innovators have turned travel dreams into reality amid rapid growth.

WH News Feb 20, 2026

Economy

Oyedele Stresses Collaboration for Nigeria Tax Reforms Success

Taiwo Oyedele, chairman of Nigeria's Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, voiced strong confidence in the reforms' success during a meeting with travel industry leaders in Lagos. He called for ongoing dialogue with stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation.

WH News Feb 20, 2026

Conflicts & Security

Two Suspects, 23 and 27, Arrested in Limpopo for Robbery and Attempted Murder

South African police arrested two men, ages 23 and 27, on Monday for a business robbery in Rust de Winter and an attempted murder in Hlogotlou. The intelligence-led operation at Temba Magistrate's Court also tied them to multiple robberies in Pretoria Central.

WH News Feb 20, 2026

Crypto

Senator Moreno Sets 90-Day Deadline for US Crypto Bill

Senator Bernie Moreno predicted Congress could pass a comprehensive crypto market structure bill by late April. He delivered the timeline at the World Liberty Forum in Mar-a-Lago on February 18.

WH News Feb 20, 2026

Corporate

Maya Expands Operations Amid US IPO Speculation

Digital bank Maya is ramping up its financial services ecosystem in the Philippines while declining to confirm reports of a potential $500 million to $1 billion initial public offering in the United States.

WH News Feb 20, 2026

Movies

Charli XCX’s ‘The Moment’ Mockumentary Skewers Music Industry Absurdities

Charli XCX stars in the mockumentary 'The Moment,' a satirical take on fame's pressures and label meddling that pulls no punches. The 90-minute film, directed by Aidan Zamiri, captures her feigned tour anxieties amid the 'Brat' album hype.

World Headlines Feb 20, 2026

Economy

New U.S. Car Prices Hit $50K Record as Loans Stretch to $800 Monthly

The average price for a new car or truck in the U.S. topped $50,000 for the first time last September and stood at a record $49,191 in January, according to Cox Automotive. Monthly payments on new auto loans have climbed to an all-time high just over $800, data from J.D. Power shows.

World Headlines Feb 20, 2026

Heritage

Dr. Norman C. Francis, Xavier University president for 47 years, dies at 94

Dr. Norman C. Francis, who led Xavier University of Louisiana for 47 years and steered New Orleans through post-Katrina recovery, died Wednesday at age 94. His family announced the death, with memorial service details pending.

World Headlines Feb 20, 2026

Märkte

Comex-Gold steigt um 84 Dollar/Unze auf 4989 vor Fed-Protokoll

Comex-Gold-Futures für April lieferbar stiegen um 84 Dollar pro Feinunze auf ein Tageshoch von 4989 Dollar. Silber gewann 3,40 Dollar pro Unze vor den Protokollen der US-Notenbank Fed.

World Headlines Feb 20, 2026

Markets

Hycroft Mining Shares Jump 15% on 55% Rise in Gold, Silver Resources

Hycroft Mining Holding Corp. (NASDAQ:HYMC) shares surged 15% to $3.87 Wednesday after the company reported a 55% increase in measured and indicated gold and silver mineral resources. The updated estimate lists 16.4 million ounces of gold and 562.6 million ounces of silver.

World Headlines Feb 20, 2026

Economy

Illinois, Iowa Rank High in WalletHub Property Tax Study

Illinois homeowners face the nation's second-highest effective property tax rate at 2.01%, while Iowa sits at 10th with 1.39%, according to a new WalletHub analysis of all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The study calculates taxes based on the U.S. median home value of $332,700 and each state's actual median prices.

World Headlines Feb 20, 2026

Europe

Georgian Tycoon Bachiashvili Freed After Plea Deal in Ivanishvili Crypto Case

Giorgi Bachiashvili, once a top ally of Georgia's ruling party founder Bidzina Ivanishvili, walked free from a Tbilisi prison Friday after striking a plea agreement. The release came nearly nine months after his arrest on charges of misappropriating the billionaire's cryptocurrency and laundering money.

World Headlines Feb 20, 2026

Books & Literature

Dear Abby Advises Woman Drawn to Stalker, Calls Out Wrestler Scam

Advice columnist Abigail Van Buren urged a 57-year-old woman to break free from her ex-boyfriend's stalking by changing routines and seeking low-cost counseling. In a separate letter, she warned an Idaho woman that a self-proclaimed pro wrestler soliciting Apple cards online is likely a scammer.

World Headlines Feb 20, 2026