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A heated exchange occurred in the Argentine Senate over a rushed vote on the EU-Mercosur agreement, highlighting tensions between the ruling coalition and the opposition.

The article discusses a surprising turn of events in the Argentine financial scene involving financiers Francisco Hauque and Elías Piccirillo amidst investigations regarding the blue dollar and the exchange controls.

A police officer in San Francisco Solano, Argentina, confronted armed motorcycle thieves attempting to rob a civilian, resulting in the death of one of the assailants during an exchange of gunfire.

Katrina Watts, a 73-year-old from Murwillumbah, Australia, unexpectedly became a sumo wrestling commentator after initially being captivated by the sport while living in Japan.

Ilhan Omar stands firm in her criticism of Donald Trump, despite his harsh attacks and a tumultuous exchange during his state of the union address.

A new Estonian student union was officially founded in Helsinki, Finland.

Hungary's Foreign Minister claims Ukraine is demanding weapons and money in exchange for resuming oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline, a statement Ukraine denies.

Michael Harris, Vice President of the New York Stock Exchange, emphasizes Argentina's significance in the regional IPO market during his visit to Buenos Aires.

Despite a -5% decline from recent peaks, at least 12 blue chip stocks on the Athens Stock Exchange continue to reach historical highs.

American jazz musician Booker played a significant role in shaping the career of Brazilian singer Eliana Pittman, highlighted during her recent show at the Mário de Andrade Library in São Paulo.

Indian Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath distributed chocolates to children from Japan during a recent event.

The Riga City Council has initiated the process to prepare for the listing of shares of the public company "Riga House Manager" on the stock exchange.

Kristi Küppari's debut novel, 'The Last Spoon,' explores personal transformation through a unique concept of spoon exchange as a means for a woman to confront her inner fears and past.

Women in China, encouraged by the government to prioritize marriage, are instead forming emotional connections with AI chatbots, complicating government efforts to promote traditional dating.

A heated exchange occurred between Canadian curling player Marc Kennedy and Swedish player Oskar Eriksson during a controversial match in the Winter Olympics, escalating the existing cheating scandal.

The Mexican peso depreciated against the dollar as analysts await the quarterly report from Mexico's central bank, Banxico.

The Warsaw Stock Exchange experienced a volatile trading day, with the WIG20 index initially losing ground after a strong previous day, influenced by a sharp decline in U.S. markets.

During his visit to Israel, PM Narendra Modi took a selfie with the cast of the popular Netflix series Fauda and made a humorous remark about needing no undercover missions.

The popular Estonian play "Rahamaa" will be performed at the Tampere Theatre Festival in August, with tickets already on sale.

The Athens Stock Exchange remained positive, recovering above 2,300 points due to strong fundamentals and positive corporate figures.

The article discusses the current exchange rate for the Brazilian real, focusing on both the official and parallel markets in Argentina on February 26.

Harju Elekter proposes a dividend of 25 cents per share, showcasing its consistent commitment to returning profits to shareholders despite a modest yield.

The E-art salon in Tartu, Estonia, has relocated to a new site and held a grand opening attended by art enthusiasts.

The Brazilian government's increase in import tariffs on over a thousand products is projected to generate up to R$ 20 billion in revenue this year, according to the Independent Fiscal Institution.

The US-Iran nuclear talks in Geneva have been temporarily adjourned, according to Oman's Foreign Minister, Badr Albusaidi, who expressed hope for further progress later today.

The UK prepares for the loan of the Bayeux Tapestry from France for exhibition at the British Museum, sparking discussions on cultural diplomacy and national pride.

The Athens Stock Exchange welcomed the management of Capital Clean Energy Carriers for the commencement of trading of their new bond loan.

Russia and Ukraine have conducted another exchange of the bodies of deceased soldiers amid the ongoing conflict.

BASF is separating its agricultural business to form an independent company called Basf Solutions for Agriculture, aiming for a 2027 listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.

The EU is reportedly planning to negotiate a backroom deal with Hungary concerning Russian oil supplies in exchange for lifting its veto on a significant loan to Ukraine.

The article provides live updates on the exchange rates for the official and blue dollar in Argentina as of February 26, noting significant price points for buying and selling.

Japanese children presented the Indian national flag to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during a cultural event.

In a recent podcast, Robert De Niro criticized Donald Trump's presidency, calling it detrimental to the country, prompting a sharp response from Trump on his Truth Social account.

Russia has transferred the remains of 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers to Kyiv in a body exchange that included the return of 35 Russian soldiers' bodies.

The dollar card is quoted at $1471.30 on Thursday, February 26, 2026, reflecting a 2% increase from the same day last week.

The crypto dollar is trading at $1472.40 for purchase and $1472.50 for sale as of Thursday, February 26.

As of February 26, 2026, the official exchange rate for the Brazilian real is $239.64 for buying and $239.87 for selling, while the parallel market rate (known as 'blue real') stands significantly higher at $276.75 for buying and $287.75 for selling.

Today, February 26, the euro is trading at $1,684.29 for buying and $1,688.03 for selling in Argentina, showing an increase in value compared to the last quote.

The US and Iran held a third round of high-level negotiations in Geneva amid heightened military readiness by the US and expectations from Iran for sanctions relief in exchange for nuclear limitations.

Ukrainians express a desire for peace amidst ongoing war, but refuse to concede territory to Russia in exchange for an end to hostilities.

The Vilnius Book Fair this year serves as a vibrant space for dialogue, idea exchange, and meetings with authors and cultural professionals.

Russia has handed over the remains of 1,000 dead Ukrainian soldiers to Kyiv, while also receiving the remains of 35 Russian soldiers in return, according to a Russian official.

Negotiations between Ukraine and the United States begin in Geneva regarding post-war reconstruction, alongside stalled peace talks with Russia and an exchange of prisoners.

The Kremlin announced that Russia and Ukraine have exchanged the remains of soldiers, with Russia receiving 35 Russian soldiers and sending back the remains of 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers.

A child in Japan touched the feet of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and recited mantras, reflecting cultural reverence.

Residents of Complexo da Maré reported heavy gunfire between traffickers and security forces early on Thursday.

Cuban authorities shot down four individuals they allege were terrorists after a gunfire exchange near the Cuban coast.

The Athens Stock Exchange remains positive as optimistic fundamentals support a recovery to the 2,300-point level.

A prisoner and captive exchange took place today between the Syrian government and the National Defense Forces in Sweida, resulting in the release of 61 detainees in exchange for 25 captives.

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te awarded a medal to baseball legend Sadaharu Oh, recognizing his contributions to baseball development and exchange between Taiwan and Japan.