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Split, Croatia Implements 8 PM Alcohol Sales Ban
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Split, Croatia Implements 8 PM Alcohol Sales Ban

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The city of Split in Croatia has enacted a ban on alcohol sales after 8 PM. This decision aims to address public disturbances and maintain order...

Feb 18, 2026 12:13 PM 2 min read 1 source
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Concerns Over National Security Rise Among Croatian Population
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Concerns Over National Security Rise Among Croatian Population

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A recent survey indicates that a significant portion of Croatia's population is increasingly worried about national security. The survey...

Feb 18, 2026 12:10 PM 2 min read 1 source
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Hungary's MOL Secures 500,000 Tons of Russian Crude for Croatia
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Hungary's MOL Secures 500,000 Tons of Russian Crude for Croatia

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Hungary's MOL (MOL Group, a major oil and gas company) has ordered 500,000 tons of Russian crude oil for shipment to Croatia, as confirmed by a...

Feb 18, 2026 12:07 PM 2 min read 1 source
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Kremlin Denies Allegations of Secret Nuclear Tests with China Amid New START Treaty Expiration
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Kremlin Denies Allegations of Secret Nuclear Tests with China Amid New START Treaty Expiration

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The Kremlin has dismissed allegations that Russia and China are secretly conducting nuclear tests. This denial comes as the New START treaty,...

Feb 18, 2026 12:00 PM 2 min read 1 source
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Switzerland Uses Explosives for Avalanche Control in Mountain Regions
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Switzerland Uses Explosives for Avalanche Control in Mountain Regions

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In Switzerland, avalanche control is a critical safety measure for mountain regions, particularly during winter months. Authorities utilize...

Feb 18, 2026 11:19 AM 2 min read 1 source
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Swiss Airlines Cancels 21 Flights Due to Severe Weather Conditions
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Swiss Airlines Cancels 21 Flights Due to Severe Weather Conditions

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Swiss Airlines has canceled 21 flights as a result of severe storm and snow conditions affecting operations. The adverse weather has led to...

Feb 18, 2026 11:15 AM 2 min read 1 source
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A 40-day ordeal of uncertainty and despair unfolds for an individual in crisis
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A 40-day ordeal of uncertainty and despair unfolds for an individual in crisis

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For 40 days, an individual has expressed feelings of confusion and despair, stating, "I don't know if I'm dreaming or awake." This statement...

Feb 18, 2026 11:09 AM 2 min read 1 source
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Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks Collapse After Two Hours in Geneva
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Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks Collapse After Two Hours in Geneva

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Peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Geneva concluded prematurely after just two hours, signaling a significant deadlock in...

Feb 18, 2026 09:58 AM 2 min read 1 source
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Orbán Accuses Ukraine of Blackmailing Hungary Amid Strategic Reserve Discussions
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Orbán Accuses Ukraine of Blackmailing Hungary Amid Strategic Reserve Discussions

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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has stated that Ukraine is blackmailing Hungary, which has led to the necessity of tapping into the...

Feb 18, 2026 09:46 AM 2 min read 1 source
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