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Your daily horoscope: February 27, 2026

  IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY A Mars-Uranus link on your birthday will endow you with huge amounts of physical, mental and emotional energy, but it will also make you somewhat reckless. So for every decision you make this year wait at least 24 hours before taking action. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): If there is a message you want to get across to people you work or do business with then do so now before the weekend begins. You must, however, make sure the language you use is not too abrupt as that could make co-operation less likely. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): You need to pay attention to little things today, because if you miss something minor it could cause major repercussions further down the line. Be aware that Uranus in your sign could make you a little too reckless for your own good. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): You may be in a chatty mood at the moment but you need to be careful or you could let slip information that could damage your prospects on the work front. Don’t give imp...

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Judge Holds Trump in Contempt, Fines Him $9,000 in Hush Money Trial

 

Former President Donald Trump faced a stinging rebuke in court today as Judge Juan M. Merchan held him in contempt and fined him $9,000. The charges stem from Trump’s repeated violations of a gag order that barred him from making public statements about witnesses, jurors, and others connected to his New York hush money case. Prosecutors had alleged ten violations, but the judge found nine to be substantiated.

The historic trial centers around Manhattan prosecutors’ claims that Trump and his associates participated in an illegal scheme to influence the 2016 presidential campaign by burying negative stories. The allegations involve hush money payments and attempts to suppress unflattering rumors and claims about Trump and women. Trump has pleaded not guilty to the charges.

The courtroom was tense as Trump, accompanied by his son Eric, faced the consequences of his actions. The judge’s warning loomed: if Trump violates the gag order again, he could face jail time.

Prosecutors are meticulously building their case, relying on detailed testimony about email exchanges, business transactions, and bank accounts. Their argument is that Trump is guilty of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in connection with the hush money payments. The trial is leading up to crucial testimony from Trump’s former attorney, Michael Cohen, who went to federal prison after pleading guilty to campaign finance violations and other crimes.

As the trial unfolds, the world watches closely, witnessing a former U.S. president facing criminal charges in a courtroom. The outcome will have far-reaching implications, shaping the legacy of a presidency marked by controversy and legal battles. Stay tuned for further updates as the trial continues.

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