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The South Korean government has made an unusual direct promotion of an official involved in pivotal U.S.-Korea tariff negotiations to a director position.

A strategic forecast suggests that by 2026, geopolitics will play a more direct role in shaping the business environment, necessitating a shift in corporate strategies and decision-making.

Meteorologist Anniina Valtonen recounts a technical failure during a live weather broadcast, expressing her feelings about the incident.

Nigeria's president has mandated direct remittance of oil and gas revenues to the Federation Account, addressing inefficient spending by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited.

A report highlights the disparities in electricity costs in Sweden, particularly affecting families using direct electric heating.

Australia's financial regulator is suing Auto and General, the underwriter of Budget Direct, over allegations of misleading advertising that resulted in financial losses for thousands of customers.

The Nigerian Senate has urged the Federal Government to revert to a direct payment system for contractors, arguing that the current centralized approach is ineffective.

ASIC is pursuing legal action against Budget Direct for allegedly overcharging approximately 39,000 customers who lost online discounts due to policy amendments.

The State of Mexico ranks second nationally in attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), accumulating $6.37 billion from September 2023 to December 2025.

A direct red card to player Jacob Lungi Sørensen thwarted Brann's chances in the Europa League, leading to their elimination after an overall loss to Bologna.

Former Supreme Court Justice Kim Seon-su emphasizes the need for direct employment of subcontracted laborers to improve safety and address unfair employment structures.

The Premier League is launching a direct-to-viewer streaming service that may end the traditional 3pm blackout for broadcasts of matches in the UK.

In Geneva, Trump expressed confusion over why Iran, led by Ayatollah Khamenei, has not surrendered, despite the lack of a direct conflict between the two countries.

The article discusses the tensions between Trump’s USA and Iran, highlighting the lack of direct conflict but the looming threat of war during negotiations in Geneva.

Venezuelan airline Rutaca Airlines has launched direct flights between Boa Vista, Brazil, and Puerto Ordaz, Venezuela, with two weekly flights scheduled.

Germany has deported twenty Afghan criminals from Leipzig to Kabul, marking a controversial first charter flight established under a direct agreement with the Taliban.

Kalle Rovanperä is learning the ropes of Japan's Super Formula cars, facing challenges and significantly different performance levels compared to his previous experiences in the Oceania formula series.

Rikard Hjorth Warlenius argues that the current research funding system in Sweden leads to substantial wasted efforts by researchers and advocates for direct funding to universities.

Radosław Sikorski discusses the influence of Donald Trump on global affairs while strategically avoiding direct mention of him, highlighting the cautious approach toward the US among European leaders.

The Costa del Sol is facing significant economic losses due to the cancellation of direct AVE train services between Madrid and Málaga.

The Czech Interior Ministry has retracted its appeal in a legal battle with the Freedom and Direct Democracy party concerning its classification in a report on extremism.

Finnish racing driver Kalle Rovanperä struggles to find pace during Super Formula tests in Suzuka, highlighting the challenges of adapting to high-performance cars.

Friedrich Merz's diplomatic visit to China emphasizes collaboration while avoiding direct criticism of sensitive topics such as China's relationship with Putin.

This podcast episode discusses accessible investment opportunities and diversification strategies for both new and experienced investors in Brazil.

Hyosung Heavy Industries announced a roadmap to localize its high-voltage direct current (HVDC) technology by next year, aiming to secure sovereignty in the domestic power grid and enhance export competitiveness.

The South Korean National Assembly is on the brink of passing an amendment that allows constitutional complaints against court rulings, which has sparked significant bureaucratic resistance led by Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae.

Mexico closed 2025 with the highest foreign direct investment (FDI) in its history, but there are cautionary signs that require attention.

Documents related to Epstein reveal connections between powerful businessmen and women, but do not provide direct evidence of their involvement in any illegal activities.

Centrão is seeking to postpone the discussion in Congress on regulating extra payments and inflated salaries, conditioning any debate on the direct involvement of President Lula's government.

The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company plans to rehabilitate hydro plants in Oyo and Osun states and aims to add 200 megawatts of supply through direct purchases from generating companies to enhance electricity reliability.

BlockDAG is generating excitement in the crypto markets, offering a low entry price while established cryptocurrencies like XRP and Dogecoin show stagnant growth.

The RTL Direkt program discussed surrogacy, highlighting its controversial aspects and the public reaction in Croatia, ahead of a parliamentary round table on the topic.

Miguel Falabella is set to direct a musical about the life of Brazilian musician Gilberto Gil, highlighting key moments from his career and personal life.

Hezbollah stated it would not militarily respond to limited strikes by the U.S. on Iran, though a direct attack on Iranian leadership would cross a line.

Mexico achieved a record Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) of $40.871 billion in 2025, marking a 10.8% annual increase compared to the previous year.

Rally driver Kalle Rovanperä faces challenges in his debut season as a full-time circuit racer, despite a strong start in the Oceania Formula series.

Kristrún Frostadóttir had a meeting with Donald Tusk, the former President of the European Council.

The Independence Party of Iceland is witnessing an increase in support while the Middle Party is reportedly losing ground without seeing them as direct competitors.

The Workers' Party (PT) has filed a direct action of unconstitutionality with Brazil's Supreme Court to overturn a decision that acquitted a 35-year-old man accused of having a relationship with a 12-year-old girl.

A political historian critiques President Trump's lengthy State of the Union address as a blend of truths, half-truths, and convincing lies.

Donald Trump emphasizes economic strength and leadership in his State of the Union speech while steering clear of mentioning China ahead of his visit there.

Former leader of the People Power Party, Han Dong-hoon, visited Daegu after his expulsion from the party and hinted at a potential run in the upcoming by-elections while stressing the importance of what actions he would take rather than where he would run.

A new direct train service has been inaugurated today by Indian Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnav to connect Bhopal and Dhanbad, which is particularly important for the energy sector.

The South Korean Ministry of SMEs and Startups is increasing financial support for small business owners at Homeplus by offering direct loans starting from November 3rd.

Amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, France and Italy are advocating for resuming direct contacts with Russia.

During his State of the Union address, President Trump criticized Democrats for opposing his tax cuts, framing it as detrimental to the American people.

The government of Amazonas announced new direct flights from Manaus to Boa Vista and Fortaleza, aiming to enhance air connectivity and boost tourism and business travel.

During the São Paulo carnival, a mobile unit dedicated to women's protection reached over 11,000 individuals and provided direct support to 463 women, with plans to continue its efforts in March.

Russia's Foreign Ministry warns that any transfer of nuclear capabilities to Ukraine would provoke a severe military response from Russia, escalating tensions between nuclear powers.

The U.S. Ambassador to France, Charles Kushner, has lost direct access to the French government after failing to attend a summons regarding comments on a controversial political situation.