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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has pledged to veto any legislation that targets the LGBTQ community, reaffirming her support for transgender rights following President Trump's State of the Union address, which called for bans on minors' gender transition surgeries without parental consent.

Laura Woods supports Eileen Gu amidst criticism for her choice to represent China at the Winter Olympics instead of the USA.

An Aldi shopper highlights a common mistake that can significantly increase bills during grocery shopping.

Barcelona has doubled its tourist tax amid rising complaints from residents about overtourism and its impact on housing prices.

A report reveals that police violence has sharply increased, with a significant rise in deaths from police actions in key Brazilian cities.

Barcelona has raised its tourist tax to potentially 15 euros per night, aiming to manage tourist numbers and support affordable housing initiatives.

The Catalonian regional parliament has approved a law that doubles the tourist tax imposed on hotel visitors starting in April.

Barcelona has increased its tourist tax to be one of the highest in Europe, charging visitors up to 15 euros per night as part of efforts to manage visitor numbers and fund affordable housing.

Estonian tennis player Elena Malõgina secured her spot in the quarterfinals of the ITF W75 tournament in Trnava, Slovakia, after a challenging two-and-a-half-hour match.

Latvia is doubling the number of speed cameras on state roads, adding 17 additional traffic cameras this spring, which will also monitor vehicles registered in Estonia.

Boots is offering a limited edition beauty box featuring premium make-up products and a stylish storage solution for £50, allowing shoppers to save £170.

In his State of the Union address, Trump emphasized his commitment to tariffs, suggesting they could eventually replace income tax, while shifting blame for price increases onto Democrats.

The number of people facing acute food insecurity in Somalia has surged to 6.5 million, almost doubling in a year due to severe drought, conflict, and high food prices.

Elena Malõgina has qualified for the main draw of the W75 category ITF tournament in Trnava, Slovakia, and progressed to the second round of doubles competition.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has defended a proposed law that increases the maximum prison sentence for same-sex relations from five to ten years, reflecting a broader crackdown on LGBT rights in the country.

European consumers are favoring BYD over Tesla, with BYD's sales surpassing Tesla's by more than double.

Banco Santander is strengthening its presence in the US by acquiring Webster Financial and maintaining shareholder remuneration, following a period of record profits and improved stock performance.

Brazilian tennis players Marcelo Melo and João Fonseca discuss their age difference and how their partnership led them to victory in the doubles at the Rio Open.

Mark Carney, in his first year as Prime Minister of Canada, has spent significantly more time abroad than his predecessors, emphasizing trade diversification.

The daily summary covers major recent events including Trump's new tariffs, flight cancellations in New York due to a blizzard, and the conviction of influencer Hytalo Santos for sexual exploitation.

The average wage gap between large and small enterprises in Korea has doubled to 2.0 times, reversing the trend of narrowing that had been observed over the previous two years.

The number of U.S. scientists applying to relocate to Spain has doubled, with one-third of candidates for the Atrae program coming from the U.S., marking a significant increase attributed to political control over science in the U.S.

João Fonseca and Marcelo Melo overcame a setback to defeat the European duo of Constantin Frantzen and Robin Haase, winning the Rio Open doubles title.

Icelandic athlete Ágúst Ingi secured the 6th position in doubles at the World Cup.

AJ Edelman, captain of Israel's Olympic bobsled team, reaffirms his commitment to Israel amidst controversy over a broadcaster's criticism of the team.

The film ‘The Man Living with the King’ has surpassed 5 million viewers in South Korea, showing a significant increase in daily attendance shortly after its release.

Estonian tennis player Elena Malõgina and her Swiss partner Susan Bandecchi were eliminated in the quarterfinals of the W75 tournament in Altenkirchen.

A new study indicates that inadequate sleep can nearly double the risk of injury for regular runners.

Vladimir Putin has expanded his elite security force as fears grow regarding his safety amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine.

A group of people in Uttarakhand, India, was arrested for defrauding villagers by claiming that an invisible spirit could double their money.

Stefania Costantini has captivated Italy with her curling prowess, particularly after winning a bronze medal in mixed doubles.

Hyundai Motor's announcement to incorporate humanoid robots in manufacturing has significantly raised its stock value, doubling it after a recent presentation.

The EU has announced a plan to bolster defense along its eastern borders against perceived threats from Russia, amid concerns over the feasibility of the initiative.

Latvia's Jelena Ostapenko has withdrawn from the doubles tournament in Dubai, where she was set to compete with her Taiwanese partner.

Latvian tennis player Jelena Ostapenko has withdrawn from the Dubai 1000 doubles tournament after her initial match in singles resulted in a loss.

Clara Tauson continued her strong performance at the WTA 1000 tournament in Dubai by defeating former doubles partner Magda Linette in straight sets.

The bobsleigh team led by Kalenda is satisfied with their 8th place finish in the doubles event but expressed regret over not maintaining their 6th position.

Latvian bobsleigh pilot Jēkabs Kalenda is currently in sixth place in the doubles competition at the Olympics, with critical runs ahead.

In his Olympic debut, Kalenda finished 8th in the bobsleigh doubles competition, narrowly missing out on higher positions.

The third run of the Olympic bobsleigh doubles competition saw significant leads and performances from various teams, with notable changes in rankings.

Kalenda finished in a tie for 7th place in the bobsleigh doubles event at the Olympics after three runs, falling short of medal contention.

Greece has signed a strategic agreement with Chevron and HELLENiQ ENERGY to expand its hydrocarbon exploration program, doubling the marine areas involved and initiating seismic work this year.

Dunelm has introduced a popular £30 boucle round ottoman that serves both as a stylish coffee table and a storage solution.

Kalenda finished in ninth place during the Olympic bobsledding doubles competition after the first run.

Latvian bobsledder Kalenda competes in the second run of the doubles event at the Olympics, placing close behind top competitors.

The Argentine government is proceeding with its labor reform agenda, claiming to have the necessary votes in the Chamber of Deputies despite controversy over salary reductions during sick leave.

Senator Chuck Schumer criticized the Republican-backed voter ID laws, likening them to Jim Crow-era laws, despite bipartisan support in favor of such measures.

Team USA athlete Sophia Kirkby, after finishing fifth in the doubles luge, is dating a fan she met through social media.

Wayne Rooney has reiterated his willingness to join Michael Carrick's coaching staff at Manchester United.

The film 'You or Me' has received positive reviews and public acclaim, leading to a significant increase in its box office collection on its second day despite a slow start.