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Curology and Dove Cameron launched the four-piece Ethereal Glow line on 27 October 2026, the first of three planned collections. It is sold only on Curology's own site.
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Article 13 of the Audiovisual Media Services Directive sets a 30% floor for European works in on-demand catalogues. Member states decide whether to impose investment duties.
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An approved ESTA application costs $40.62 from 16 October 2026, up from $40.27, and generally stays valid for up to two years or until the passport expires.
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Microsoft priced $25 billion of senior unsecured notes on October 29, with fixed coupons from 4.85% to 6.35% and settlement expected November 4.
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The Federal Reserve held its target range at 3.75% to 4% on Oct. 28, 2026, in a 10-2 vote. Governor Lisa Cook and Beth Hammack wanted a quarter-point hike.
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The EU's interim trade deal with Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay is set to apply provisionally from 1 May 2026, while Parliament's consent waits on an EU court opinion.
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L'Oréal Paris named Adria Arjona a Global Ambassador on 27 October 2026. The appointment pairs a Latina heritage storyline with the brand's "You're Worth It" slogan.
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Works published or registered in the US in 1930 became free to use on January 1, 2026. The rules behind that date run on 95-year terms, renewal filings and a…
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