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In the Mexican town that makes emblematic Day of the Dead garlands

In a workshop in the Mexican town of San Salvador Huixcolotla, three men use small hammers and chisels to punch holes in thick sheets of tissue paper ahead of the Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead) festival.

Judge orders Meta to pay $25 bn to New Mexico in Cambridge Analytica case

A New Mexico judge ruled Wednesday that Meta must pay $25 billion to the state after a jury found last month that the social media giant had deceived users in a case related to the Cambridge Analytica scandal, according to media reports.

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Angel's Diner Recognized With 2026 Consumer Choice Award For Restaurants - Family Dining In London

LONDON, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / February 25, 2026 / Angel's Diner has been recognized with the 2026 Consumer Choice Award in the Restaurants - Family Dining category, celebrating its reputation as one of London's most popular destinations for comfort food, welcoming service and memorable dining experiences for families and friends.

Tech shares rebound as markets weigh AI impacts

Tech shares bounced on Tuesday following the prior session's selloff as markets weigh the impact of artificial intelligence on incumbent technology companies while navigating tariff uncertainty.

Warner Bros. 'reviewing' new takeover bid from Paramount

Warner Bros. Discovery said Tuesday it has received a revised acquisition proposal from Paramount Skydance, even as the US media giant's board reaffirmed its support for a previously announced buyout deal with Netflix.

Stocks bounce as traders assess AI fallout, tariffs

European and US stocks bounced higher as investors recovered from a fresh bout of angst over AI and new US tariffs.

Senegal PM vows to double penalty for same-sex relations

Senegal's prime minister Tuesday unveiled legislation that would double the maximum penalty for same-sex relations, making them punishable by up to 10 years in prison, in a crackdown condemned by human rights groups.

Novo Nordisk to slash prices of weightloss drugs in US

Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk, which is struggling with competition for its anti-obesity treatments, said Tuesday that it will sharply cut prices for its flagship drugs in the US, announcing a 50 percent cut for Wegovy and 35 percent for Ozempic.

Greece set new tourism record in 2025

Greece in 2025 set new records in tourism arrivals and revenue, the country's central bank said Tuesday, continuing an upward trend for the third straight year according to the tourism ministry.

Stocks fluctuate as traders assess AI fallout, tariffs

Stock markets fluctuated on Tuesday as US President Donald Trump's new tariffs on imports came into effect, with investors also weighing renewed AI concerns.

China targets Japanese companies over military ties

China took action against 40 Japanese companies and entities on Tuesday, citing national security concerns, the latest escalation of a months-long row that has seen tourism to Japan plummet.

Asian markets mixed as traders weigh AI and tariffs outlook

Equities swung in Asian trade on Tuesday as investors weighed fresh AI fears and the US Supreme Court's decision to strike down a large part of Donald Trump's tariffs policy.

Australia buys parts for future AUKUS sub reactor

Australia has paid for the first British-built parts of nuclear reactors to power a future SSN-AUKUS stealth submarine, the government said Tuesday.

Brazil court to try politicians over hit on black councilwoman

Brazil's Supreme Court begins the trial Tuesday of politicians accused of ordering the 2018 murder of Rio de Janeiro councilwoman Marielle Franco, a case that exposed deep ties between politics and organized crime in the city.

Despite drop in 2025, Russian oil exports exceed pre-war volumes: report

While Russian oil exports dropped last year, Russia is still exporting higher volumes than before its invasion of Ukraine in 2022, researchers said Tuesday, calling for stricter sanctions enforcement.

Gladstone Land Announces Fourth Quarter and Year Ended 2025 Results

Please note that the limited information that follows in this press release is a summary and is not adequate for making an informed investment decision.

New Boutique Brokerage, Lake Martin Vibe Realty, Redefines Lake Martin Real Estate Market

Founded by Top-Producing Duo, New Firm Focuses on Lifestyle-Driven Property Sales

Assembly Chosen to Power Global Paid Media and Amazon Growth for Jabra

LONDON, GB / ACCESS Newswire / February 24, 2026 / Assembly, the global omnichannel agency built to make brands perform, has been appointed by Jabra, world leading brand in audio, video, and collaboration solutions, as its global paid media agency and lead partner for Amazon services following a competitive pitch process. Assembly's remit spans full-funnel paid media across search, social, display, video, and retail media, alongside Amazon strategy and marketplace operations, to fuel Jabra's next phase of global growth.

Axonis Decision Intelligence Establishes Trust and Ownership in AI-Assisted Decisions

Operationalizes human-in-the-loop AI-assisted decisions through a secure system-of-record that captures real-time decision traces and context

Why Smart Real Estate Developers Are Turning to Gold

By Ladan Hosseinzadeh Sadeghi, President & CEO, Sky Property Group Inc.

YouTube exec says goal was viewer value not addiction

A landmark social media addiction trial resumed Monday with a YouTube executive insisting that the Google-owned company's aim was to give people value, not hook them on harmful binge-viewing.

US stocks tumble on tariff fog, worries over AI

Wall Street stocks finished sharply lower on Monday following an ugly session dogged by worries over US tariff uncertainty and the potential hit to legacy companies by artificial intelligence.

Canada summons OpenAI over failure to report mass shooter

Canada has summoned senior leadership from OpenAI to Ottawa to explain the company's decision not to report suspicious online activity by an individual who later killed eight people this month.

Panama takes control of canal ports from CK Hutchison

Panamanian maritime authorities took control Monday of two ports on the Panama Canal from CK Hutchison after the Hong Kong-based conglomerate's concession was annulled following pressure from the United States.

Canada PM heads to Asia seeking new trade partners as US ties fray

Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to Asia this week seeking to broaden international trade, part of his plan to reduce Canadian reliance on the United States, which he says has left the country vulnerable.

Where do Ukraine and Russia stand after four years of war?

Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, unleashing the deadliest war in Europe since World War II.

Police investigating racist abuse of Premier League quartet

Police said Monday they are investigating "abhorrent" racist abuse directed online at four Premier League footballers last weekend.

Stocks diverge, dollar down over Trump tariffs uncertainty

Global equities traded mixed and the dollar fell slightly Monday as uncertainty over Donald Trump's tariffs gripped markets after the US Supreme Court struck down a large part of the president's upending trade policy.

Asian stocks rally after Trump's Supreme Court tariffs blow

Asian stocks mostly rose and the dollar fell Monday after the US Supreme Court struck down a large part of President Donald Trump's tariffs policy that had sent shockwaves through the global economy last year.

Expo Contratista Launches "Latino Build Show" to Help Fight Construction's Skilled Worker Shortage at Phoenix Convention Center

Expo Contratista today announced the launch of the Latino Build Show

Navigating Tariffs and Uncertainty: How Canada's Real Estate Leaders Are Staying the Course

By Ladan Hosseinzadeh Sadeghi | President & CEO, Sky Property Group Inc.

Testing Mavens Launches Next-Gen PerfAgents Performance Orchestration Platform

We're relaunching PerfAgents with a renewed focus on performance test orchestration-bringing load testing, real user journeys, and live performance visibility into a single, coordinated workflow.

Announcing the 2026 Waterloo Region Consumer Choice Award Winners

WATERLOO, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2026 award recipients in the Waterloo region. These businesses have been meticulously selected through independent market research, reflecting their commitment to excellence and unparalleled service in their city. Consumer Choice Award celebrates those who have consistently set the benchmark for quality and customer satisfaction. Congratulations to the 2026 Waterloo Consumer Choice Award Winners.

Announcing the 2026 Guelph Consumer Choice Award Winners

GUELPH, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / February 23, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2026 award recipients in the Guelph and Centre Welington region. These businesses have been meticulously selected through independent market research, reflecting their commitment to excellence and unparalleled service in their city. Consumer Choice Award celebrates those who have consistently set the benchmark for quality and customer satisfaction. Congratulations to the 2026 Guelph Consumer Choice Award Winners.

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