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Lion Ceccah won the Eurovision selection final in Lithuania, receiving a record 38,747 votes for his performance of "Sólo quiero más."

Record numbers of Americans are leaving the United States for other countries, contrary to historical trends and amidst strict immigration policies.

The article discusses the rise of Americans leaving the U.S. and settling in the Czech Republic, noting an increasing number of expatriates.

Brazil's airline sector saw an 11% increase in passenger numbers during Carnival 2026, indicating a potential record performance.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the state received a record 143.3 million tourists in 2025, according to preliminary estimates from VISIT FLORIDA.

Yle's Olympic broadcasts reached a record 4.5 million viewers in Finland, surpassing previous Olympic viewership numbers.

A record number of Danes opened a stock savings account in 2025, indicating an increasing investment enthusiasm among the population.

The Left Alliance in Finland is experiencing record voter support, with polling numbers showing it may gain additional parliamentary seats in the upcoming elections.

Las Vegas tourism has seen a significant 7.5% decline in 2025, marking the sharpest drop outside the COVID pandemic, despite record passenger numbers at the Harry Reid International Airport.

Simona Mohamsson, leader of the Liberal Party in Sweden, discusses the party's record-low poll numbers, attributing the ongoing issues to a long-standing decline in voter support.

The article discusses the impressive television coverage of the Olympics in Italy, particularly from the WBD House in Cortina, emphasizing the technological advancements and the scale of the production.

Traffic was significantly heavier than usual as vacationers returned from the Atlantic coast after a long holiday weekend, with record numbers reported in tourist destinations.

U.S. public companies are experiencing a significant turnover in CEOs, with a record number of new leaders taking the helm who are younger and less experienced than their predecessors.

A player could win £45 million in the upcoming EuroMillions draw, following a record-breaking jackpot win last year.

Vietnam is experiencing a significant boom in tourism, achieving record visitor numbers while neighboring countries face declines.

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has significantly increased interest among young Czechs in joining the military.

The tourism sector in Piauí, Brazil, has achieved record numbers in visitors and jobs due to strategic planning and investments by the state government.

The Super Bowl and Bad Bunny's halftime show achieved significant viewership, slightly missing the record audience numbers.

Traffic fatalities in Finland reached a record low last year, but a concerning trend among young passengers remains evident.

Over 70,000 New Zealand citizens left the country in a single year, prompting concerns about significant emigration trends.

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show achieved record audience numbers and significant increases in streaming following the event.

The article discusses Bad Bunny's rising popularity and the buzz around his upcoming Super Bowl performance, which is expected to attract record-breaking audience numbers amidst mixed reactions from political figures.

The pork sector has seen uninterrupted growth over the past two decades, achieving record figures in 2025 for slaughter and meat production, although concerns about profitability remain.

FIFA reported record-breaking transfer numbers for the 2026 market, with over 5,900 transfers and 1.9 billion dollars spent, led by Argentina.

Wizz Air reported a record-breaking 2025, with significant fleet expansion, new routes, improved operational performance, and the highest passenger numbers in the company's history, according to CEO József Váradi.

The German Olympic team is participating in record numbers at the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, with 183 athletes competing for medals after winning a total of 27 medals at the last Winter Olympics in Beijing.

The recent playoff game achieved a record high in viewership, surpassing previous numbers.

In 2025, Globo's football pay-per-view service, Premiere, reached a historic high in subscribers, driven by direct sales and strong performances from Flamengo and Palmeiras, although numbers could have been higher if piracy were less prevalent in Brazil.

The recent accident in Adamuz has raised concerns in the tourism sector and poses a threat to the expansion of railway operators after a record two years of passenger numbers in high-speed rail.

The surge in gold prices to over $5,000 an ounce is placing significant strain on Morocco's jewellery sector, leading many artisans to struggle or close their businesses due to reduced customer numbers.

The article discusses how high construction costs are hindering social housing solutions in Hesse, despite record funding and apartment construction numbers.

FIFA reports unprecedented ticket requests for the 2026 World Cup, declaring a new demand benchmark amidst controversy regarding ticket pricing, while England ranks among the top ten supported nations.

In Hessen, record numbers of social housing are being built, yet a significant deficit remains.

An interactive map has been released detailing the worst areas for shoplifting in England and Wales, highlighting a surge in offenses following record numbers last year.

Heathrow Airport in London sets a new record for passenger numbers and anticipates another record-breaking year in 2026 with plans to invest over £1.3 billion to enhance services and customer experience.

Russia claims to have achieved record numbers of orders for its weapon systems while Germany's Rheinmetall supplies five Lynx armored vehicles to Ukraine, funded by Germany, amid continued airstrikes in Eastern Ukraine.

Zagreb recorded record tourist numbers during Advent while Varaždin confirmed its status as one of the most desirable holiday destinations in the country, winning the title of the most beautiful Advent in Croatia for the third consecutive year.

The tourism sectors in Morocco and Egypt achieved new record numbers in 2025, supported by new airline routes, outstanding museums, and a major sporting event, establishing them as the most visited tourist destinations in Africa according to a Bloomberg report and official data.

During Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Kloster Seeon, Secretary of State Gitta Connemann emphasizes the need to unleash the potential of small and medium-sized enterprises and reports record numbers for new startups in Germany.

A recent report indicates that start-up activity in Germany has surged, with new founding numbers rising by 29% in 2025 compared to the previous year, surpassing the 2021 record.

A significant influx of Romanian pilgrims has overwhelmed Mount Athos during Christmas, setting a record for visitor numbers in 2025, with expectations for continued high attendance during the upcoming Epiphany celebrations.

Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim was sacked by Manchester United after a dismal record, making him the worst coach in the club's Premier League history.

Alice Weidel, the leader of the AfD, suffers a significant drop in popularity despite her party's record poll numbers, while Klöckner emerges as Germany's most popular politician according to an Insa ranking.

Spanish museums experienced a significant increase in visitors in 2025, with the Prado achieving record numbers for the third consecutive year, surpassing 3.5 million visitors.

Record numbers of Swedish retirees are enrolling in a university designed for pensioners, fostering social interaction and lifelong learning amid rising loneliness.