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IN THE NEWS CNBC | Treasury Sec. Bessent: U.S. will make 'series of announcements' to support oil trade in the Gulf NATIONAL REVIEW | No, Marco Rubio Didn’t Claim That Israel Dragged Trump into War with Iran Marco Rubio’s comments were misinterpreted and that he did not claim Israel dragged President Trump into war with Iran, clarifying that Rubio’s remarks about Israeli action were taken out of context. FOX NEWS | US 'winning decisively' against Iran, will achieve 'complete control' of airspace within days, Hegseth says U.S. and Israeli forces are reported to be close to achieving complete control of Iranian airspace within days of launching major strikes under Operation Epic Fury, with U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth saying the coalition’s air power has largely neutralized Iran’s ability to contest the skies as the conflict escalates. JUST THE NEWS | Trump offers military support, escort for vulnerable oil supplies in Strait of Hormuz President Trump offered expanded U.S. military support to escort vulnerable oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz — committing naval and air assets to protect tanker traffic from Iranian threats and to ensure global energy security amid heightened tensions in the region. DAILY SIGNAL | ‘Failed to Act’: Walz, Ellison Knew About Minnesota Fraud ‘for Years,’ House Report Claims A House Oversight Committee report alleges that Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison were aware of widespread welfare and social-services fraud costing up to $9 billion for years but failed to act, ignored credible warnings, and retaliated against whistleblowers, leading to lost taxpayer funds and prompting their upcoming congressional testimony.  FROM THE WHITE HOUSE ICYMI: Update from CENTCOM Commander on Operation Epic Fury U.S. Central Command’s commander provided an update on Operation Epic Fury, reporting ongoing strikes against Iranian military and proxy targets to degrade Tehran’s capabilities, confirming continued engagement, assessing battlefield progress, and emphasizing the coalition’s focus on dismantling nuclear and missile infrastructure while mitigating risks to civilians. Operation Epic Fury: Unmatched Power, Unrelenting Force of America’s Warriors Operation Epic Fury has employed unmatched U.S. military power and unrelenting force to strike Iranian nuclear, missile, and military targets, degrade Tehran’s war-fighting capabilities, and support coalition objectives while emphasizing precision, coordination, and commitment to mission success.  FROM THE PRESIDENT

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Baron Ednei, ACLAB' s Founder, Launches New Season of the Agro-Industrial & Business Podcast

Host Baron Ednei,  ACLAB's Founder – the Brazilian  Sciences, Letters and Arts Academy – reinforces his leading role in strategic communication by announcing the new season of the Agro-Industrial & Business Podcast, which premieres this Friday, March 6th, at 12 PM.

Recognized for his firm commitment to promoting culture, education, and national productive development, Baron Ednei now expands the debate on the main themes impacting Brazilian agribusiness, industry, and entrepreneurship. At the helm of the show, he conducts exclusive interviews, market analyses, and conversations with leaders in the productive sector, creating a high-quality information space for entrepreneurs, investors, and opinion leaders.

The broadcast will be live on the A SUA VOZ Communication Group, consolidating itself as a strategic information channel for those who decide, produce, and invest in Brazil.

With a focus on economic development, innovation, and business opportunities, the podcast positions itself as an essential dialogue platform for the national productive landscape.

📡 Live broadcast by the A SUA VOZ Communication Group

🌐 Website: http://www.agroinportal.com.br

 Medina Surf Festival Celebrates Unprecedented Presentation at Beyond The Club

 

The Medina Surf Festival arrives in São Paulo as an unprecedented event, bringing the world of surfing to the wave pools of Beyond The Club, one of the most modern and exclusive spaces in the country. For the first time, big names in Brazilian surfing will gather in the São Paulo capital for a spectacle that combines sport, innovation, and entertainment.

 

The festival, headlined by Gabriel Medina, features stars like Felipe Toledo and Ítalo Ferreira, bringing together some of Brazil's best surfers in action on a high-level artificial wave structure that allows for elite performances even away from the ocean.

 

The event marks a new moment for surfing in Brazil by showing how wave pool technology can transform the practice of the sport, bringing the urban public closer to the experience of professional surfing. In addition to the presentations and challenges between athletes, the festival also promotes interaction between the public and Beyond The Club, an innovative and unprecedented club in Brazil that combines sport, leisure, and lifestyle in one place.

 

With extensive visibility, the Medina Surf Festival features coverage and promotion from SporTV and Rede Globo, bringing the event to the entire country and reinforcing São Paulo as a stage for major international sporting events.

 

The festival puts the city on the map of high-level surfing and presents a new way to experience the sport, combining technology, renowned athletes, and a unique experience in the wave pools of Beyond The Club.

 

São Paulo’s city is hosting the 2026 World Skateboarding Championships

 

The 2026 World Skateboarding Championships will be held in São Paulo, at Parque Cândido Portinari, between March 1st and 8th, bringing together some of the biggest names in world skateboarding. The event is organized by World Skate and awards important points for the qualifying ranking for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, with the support of the City of São Paulo.

 

Among the highlights is Brazilian skateboarder Rayssa Leal, part of a delegation of 34 Brazilian athletes, as well as medalists and high-level competitors from countries such as Japan and Australia. In total, the competition is expected to bring together around 400 skateboarders in the Street and Park disciplines, in both men's and women's categories.

 

The schedule includes:

 

March 1st to 3rd: Official training and initial qualifying rounds

 

March 4th: Official start of competitions

 

March 6th: Quarterfinals

 

March 7th: Semifinals

 

March 8th: Finals and awards ceremony

 

One of the new features will be the first edition of the Paraskate World Cup, expanding inclusion and diversity in the sport.

 

Originally scheduled to take place in Washington (USA) in 2025, the championship was moved to São Paulo, consolidating the city as one of the main hubs of world skateboarding. The event's structure will be coordinated by the Skate Total Urbe (STU) platform, integrating all categories into a single schedule of heats.

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IN THE NEWS THE WHITE HOUSE | Vice President JD Vance Delivers Remarks at a Precision Manufacturing Facility in Plover, Wisconsin DAILY MAIL | White House shares staggering numbers behind Trump's record-breaking SOTU ... and how it beat mainstream media President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union was described as record-breaking in length and packed with bold economic and policy claims, with the White House highlighting what it called staggering achievements that supporters argue were downplayed by mainstream media coverage. FOX NEWS | Melania Trump to take the gavel at UN Security Council in historic first First Lady Melania Trump will make history by presiding over a United Nations Security Council session — the first time a sitting U.S. first lady has taken the gavel — during the U.S.’s rotating presidency, with the meeting focusing on issues like education, technology, and peace. BREITBART | Nolte: Trump’s Post-SOTU Approval Rating Jumps to 51 Percent President Trump’s approval rating jumped to around 51 percent after his 2026 State of the Union address — suggesting a post-speech bump in public support. FOX BUSINESS | Federal judge allows Trump’s $400M White House ballroom to move forward A federal judge refused to block construction of President Trump’s privately funded, roughly $400 million White House ballroom project — allowing the demolition-plus-building work to continue for now amid ongoing legal challenges over historic-preservation and procedural issues.  FROM THE PRESIDENT