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Plaid Cymru Proposes Community Ownership Requirement for Large Renewable Projects
A new policy proposal outlines that developers of renewable projects over 10 MW must provide local ownership, according to Plaid Cymru.
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Philadelphia Launches Breathe Philly Real-Time Air Quality Network
Over 75 sensors were deployed citywide for real-time air quality monitoring, according to reports. The system launched on February 18, 2026.
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Russia Expands Soft Power Initiatives Across Africa
Russia has opened over a dozen cultural centers in Africa and allocated 5,300 scholarships for students for the 2025-2026 academic year.
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Screening Methods for Alcohol Use in Pregnancy Under Review
Urine dipstick tests for alcohol in pregnancy lack accuracy, according to research. Biochemical markers like EtG and PEth detect more cases effectively.
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US Redistricting Methods Differ Sharply From Other Democracies
The US and Micronesia are the only democracies using legislatures to draw single-member districts, unlike other nations with independent bodies.
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House Passes SAVE America Act as Debate Over Voting Rules Intensifies
The House passed the SAVE America Act on February 11, 2026, requiring proof of citizenship and photo ID for all voters, according to reports.
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Five Dietary Patterns Linked to Lower Mortality in Large UK Study
A study tracked over 100,000 participants for a decade, finding five diets associated with 18-24% lower mortality risk, according to researchers.
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Intermittent Fasting Shows Similar Weight Loss to Standard Diets in Major Review
A Cochrane review of 22 trials with nearly 2,000 adults shows intermittent fasting offers no significant weight loss advantage over standard diets.
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King Frederik X Begins Three-Day Visit to Greenland
A visit to Nuuk commenced on February 18, 2026, lasting three days, according to reports. This marks the king's third trip since his ascension.
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Azerbaijan Deepens Strategic Ties With Central Asia Through C6 Membership
On November 16, 2025, Azerbaijan joined the C6 format, boosting regional cooperation and connectivity, according to statements from the Tashkent summit.