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Tragic Death at Olympic Site Spurs Safety Probe Ahead of Games
A security guard's death at a Cortina d’Ampezzo construction site has spurred a safety investigation amid concerns about venue readiness for the upcoming Games. The incident underscores ongoing worries about extreme cold and construction issues at the Santagiulia arena, as unions demand better worker protections.
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Apple Services Surge in 2025: Record Growth in Music, TV+, and Digital Innovations
Apple's Services division achieved record growth in 2025, notably in Apple Music, TV+, and the App Store, reflecting a strong, bundled ecosystem. New content like F1 and regional expansions fueled Apple TV+ engagement, while Apple One plans bolstered user retention across 100+ markets.
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Study Reveals Same-Sex Behaviours in Primates Linked to Stress, Social Benefits
A new study in Nature Ecology and Evolution finds that same-sex behaviours in 59 primate species are adaptive responses to environmental and social stressors. Researchers emphasize these findings do not directly translate to human behaviours, reflecting the complexity and diversity of sexual behaviours in nature.
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Massachusetts is implementing sweeping reforms for assisted living facilities, spurred by the Gabriel House tragedy, to enhance resident protection and accountability. Key measures include a public compliance database by 2026, mandatory resident assessments, annual safety inspections, and enhanced transparency for families.
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Former Polish justice minister Zbigniew Ziobro has been granted asylum in Hungary, escalating tensions between Poland and Hungary as Poland seeks his prosecution for alleged power abuses. Ziobro faces serious charges, including misuse of funds and embezzlement, with potential imprisonment if convicted, while Poland's new government aims to restore judicial independence.
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JD Sports is integrating AI platforms like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot to allow direct purchases within apps, starting in the US. This move, supported by commercetools and Stripe, aims to enhance the shopping experience and boost digital sales, although regulatory and consumer trust challenges remain.
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Spanish authorities seized nearly 10,000 kg of cocaine on a cargo ship from Brazil, marking Spain's largest high-seas drug haul. The operation, supported by the DEA and European partners, underscores Spain's role as a key entry point for Latin American cocaine into Europe.
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CAYIN Technology introduces AI-powered updates for its digital signage solutions, adding features like Text-to-Image generation and multilingual alerts. This upgrade enhances content creation and management across thousands of devices, promising increased efficiency and global scalability for businesses.
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Italy will hold a referendum on March 22-23, 2026, to decide on judicial reforms separating judges and prosecutors, a crucial test for Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government. These changes aim to reduce lobbying influence and align Italy with international systems, though they face significant opposition.
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Federal officials are meeting with Coastal First Nations in Prince Rupert to discuss a proposed pipeline to British Columbia's coast, amid tensions and previous apologies over comments by Tim Hodgson. The meeting aims to integrate Indigenous perspectives into national projects, highlighting ongoing challenges in federal-Indigenous relations under Carney's leadership.
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