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Presidents’ Day 2026: Markets Close as Retail Stays Open Amid Federal Calendar
As the US observes Presidents’ Day on February 16, 2026, federal offices, banks, and stock markets will close, while many private businesses and delivery services remain operational.
South Africa’s Smart ID Rollout Surges Amid Green Book Phase-Out
South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs issued a record 4 million Smart ID cards in 2025, accelerating the phase-out of fraud-prone green ID books and marking a significant step in digital transformation.