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Blow Up The Outside World
02/12/26
SOUNDGARDEN
A Psychedelic Journey into the Mind
Released in the twilight years of the grunge era, Soundgarden's "Blow Up the Outside World" stands as one of the band's most hauntingly melodic and introspective tracks.
The song, penned by the late, great Chris Cornell, captures the raw frustration of feeling disconnected and the overwhelming desire to retreat into one's own mind to escape the chaos of reality. SEE MORE >>>
02/11/26
Myour Music
Immerse yourself in "Lofi Room Ver. 8" by Myour Music a masterclass in easy-listening guitar lofi and cafe-inspired BGM. Specially curated by Azorean Media, this session blends warm acoustic melodies with mellow beats to create the ultimate environment for relaxation, deep study, and creative focus.
Escape into a cozy, atmospheric soundscape designed to melt away stress and enhance your productivity. Perfect for fans of chillhop and background music. SEE MORE >>>
Singularity
02/10/26
Milo Chiavarino
There’s a moment in Singularity that stays with you long after the screen goes dark, a whisper of consciousness where you least expect it, and a reminder of how fragile our assumptions about intelligence really are. This short film from director Milo Chiavarino captures something rare: a science fiction story that feels both deeply intimate and unsettlingly plausible.
On its surface, Singularity might seem like another piece of futuristic animation, gorgeous CGI, meticulous world-building, and a setting that brushes up against Near-Future Tokyo vibes. But what gives the film its force isn’t just the visuals. SEE MORE >>>
02/10/26
Deep Work Vibes
Calm Productivity Brain Boost Music & Deep Work
Embrace the quiet clarity of a frost-dusted morning with this Winter Focus Study Playlist, a soundscape meticulously engineered to sharpen the mind and foster deep productivity. This immersive session blends minimalist ambient tones with a serene winter aesthetic, creating a mental sanctuary that shields you from the distractions of the outside world. SEE MORE >>>
02/09/26
UNITY
The Unbreakable Thread: Why You Need to Experience "Windup"
In the vast landscape of digital animation, it is rare to find a film that feels less like a series of pixels and more like a heartbeat. Windup, a stunningly crafted animated short, is exactly that. It is a masterclass in visual storytelling that manages to reach into the depths of the human experience, specifically the harrowing and hopeful journey of a father trying to reach his ailing daughter through the power of music and memory.
LEGISLATIVE SESSION REACHES CRITICAL MIDPOINT; INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC SAFETY MEASURES ACCELERATE
FLORIDA, USA | ☀️ February 12th, 2026
By AzM News
Florida lawmakers advance a major coastal hardening initiative and new consumer protections for digital assets. The state settles on healthcare funding, while record investments are announced for the Space Coast and hurricane preparedness.
Florida House Passes "Coastal Resilience & Hardening" Infrastructure Bill
On February 10th, the Florida House passed a comprehensive infrastructure bill dedicated to "hardening" the state's most vulnerable coastal utilities.
The legislation creates a multi-billion dollar revolving loan fund that municipalities can access to underground power lines, elevate water treatment plants, and reinforce sea walls.
National Tensions Rise Amidst Security Alerts, Economic Shifts, and Super Bowl Celebrations
AZM USA WEEKLY NEWS ROUNDUP: 02/05/26 – 02/11/26
Immigration Chiefs Face Congressional Scrutiny After Protester Fatalities
The House Committee on Homeland Security held a high-stakes oversight hearing on Tuesday, February 10, following the deaths of two U.S. citizen protesters during federal immigration operations in Minnesota.
The acting heads of ICE, CBP, and USCIS were called to testify amidst a deepening national debate over the administration's aggressive deportation strategies and the use of federal force. READ FULL REPORT >>>
Storms, Ballots, and Carnival: A Week of High Stakes and High Tides
Catch up on a monumental week for the Lusophone world. From the landslide presidential election in Mainland Portugal to Storm Leonardo’s impact on the islands and major updates from Brazil and the PALOP nations.
By Carlos Ferreira | AzM NEWS
📍 São Miguel, Azores 02/09/26
Mainland Portugal
Landslide Victory: António José Seguro Elected President
In a historic runoff on February 8, 2026, moderate Socialist candidate António José Seguro secured a thumping victory to become Portugal’s next President. Seguro garnered approximately 66.7% of the vote, defeating the far-right populist André Ventura.
An investigative analysis of the Epstein 2.0 data leak, identifying the ten individuals who maintained direct, reciprocal email communication with Jeffrey Epstein after his 2008 conviction. This Citizen Reporter review distinguishes verified correspondence from misleading name mentions, revealing who remained actively connected to Epstein when his criminal history was already public knowledge.
By Carlos Ferreira | Citizen Reporter | AzM NEWS
📍 São Miguel, Azores 02/07/26
Reframing the Epstein Conversation
The public conversation surrounding the so-called “Epstein 2.0” data leak has been dominated by sensational name counts, viral spreadsheets, and algorithmic rankings that treat every mention as equal.
GLOBAL FRICTION: ABU DHABI STALEMATE, IRANIAN EXECUTION WAVE, AND THE VENEZUELAN OIL PIVOT
February 10, 2026 - International Coverage
World news from Feb 4–10, 2026: Peace talks in Abu Dhabi stall over Ukrainian security guarantees; Iran initiates a wave of executions to quell ongoing unrest; and the new Venezuelan administration signs a landmark oil production agreement with U.S. energy firms.
The high-stakes peace summit in Abu Dhabi entered its second week with negotiations reportedly reaching a "frozen state." While both Moscow and Kyiv have expressed a desire for a long-term "energy truce," the talks stalled on February 8th over the specifics of security guarantees.
Ukraine is demanding a NATO-style "Coalition of the Willing" to patrol a proposed 20-mile demilitarized zone, a move the Kremlin has labeled an "unacceptable provocation" and an infringement on its perceived sphere of influence. U.S. envoys have attempted to bridge the gap by proposing a technocratic monitoring mission led by neutral nations, but trust remains at an all-time low.
The Mystery Of Time
February 12, 2026
Science Channel
Unlocking the Fourth Dimension: Is Time Even Real?
Is time a fundamental law of physics or a stubborn illusion of the human brain? Join Morgan Freeman in this mind-bending documentary as top physicists and neuroscientists explore the 'Block Universe' theory, the relativity of gravity, and the shocking possibility that the past, present, and future all exist at once. Journey from the ultra-precise atomic clocks of NIST to the timeless cultures of the Amazon to discover if we are all truly unstuck in time. SEE MORE >>>
GOOD LUCK, HAVE FUN, DON'T DIE
Release Date: FEBRUARY 13, 2026
Briarcliff Entertainment
A Single-Night Stand Against a Digital Future
Imagine sitting in a classic, neon-lit Los Angeles diner when a man draped in plastic and wires storms through the door, claiming he has traveled back from a ravaged future to stop a rogue artificial intelligence from ending the world. This is the pulse-pounding, high-concept starting point for Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die, a film that marks the triumphant and wildly original return of visionary director Gore Verbinski.
EARTH'S LAST WARRIORS
01/07/26
Boxoffice | SCI-FI | Full Movies
An alien alliance, a rogue agent, and a last-chance mission to save Earth
Earth’s Last Warriors (also known as Dominion: The Last Star Warrior) is a free, full-length science fiction adventure that blends alien contact, covert operations, and global stakes.
Anchored by a classic “save the planet” premise and fueled by indie-era ambition, this film is an easy recommendation for viewers who enjoy thoughtful sci-fi concepts without the streaming paywall. WATCH NOW >>>
01/10/26
Horror Central
A Dark Tale of Trauma, Secrets, and the Haunting That Follows
A house with a history. A family trying to rebuild. A past too violent to stay buried. American Conjuring delivers classic haunted-house terror with a psychological edge, grounding its supernatural scares in themes of trauma, fractured trust, and the ghosts we create within ourselves.
Released under multiple titles, including The Haunting of Newstead, the film has become a hidden gem on YouTube's horror landscape, earning steady attention for its moody atmosphere and escalating dread. WATCH NOW >>>
Marc Spector: Moon Knight #1
02/11/26
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Release Date: February 11, 2026
Writer: Jed MacKay
Artist: Alessandro Cappuccio
Cover Artist: David Finch
Score: 9/10
A Brutal, Beautiful Dive Into the Mind of Marvel’s Most Broken Hero
Moon Knight has worn many faces over the years: superhero, Avenger, priest, and monster, but this new volume strips away the supernatural pomp to remind us of the man beneath the white mask.
Writer Jed MacKay and artist Alessandro Cappuccio have reunited to deliver a debut issue that feels less like a superhero comic and more like a psychological crime thriller bleeding out onto the pavement of New York City. The Midnight Mission is gone, the vampires are in the rearview mirror, and all that is left is Marc Spector trying to solve a murder that the police won't touch.
The brilliance of this issue lies in its claustrophobia. By removing the grand, cosmic stakes that have defined the character recently, the creative team forces us to confront the fractured psyche of the protagonist in a very intimate way. We are back to the "street level" detective work that made the character a cult icon, but with a modern, cinematic edge. Spector isn't fighting gods here; he is breaking knuckles in alleyways and interrogating witnesses who are terrified of him. READ BLOG POST >>>
Date: February 06, 2026
Category: Seafood / Gourmet Classics
If there is one dish that captures the rustic elegance of the Portuguese Atlantic, it is Polvo à Lagareiro. This isn't just a meal; it’s a theater of textures.
You have the tender, purple-hued octopus, the salty "punched" potatoes (batatas a murro), and a sea of golden, garlic-infused olive oil.
The secret to a perfect Lagareiro is the contrast: the octopus must be buttery-soft on the inside but slightly charred and crispy on the outside from the oven’s high heat. And the potatoes?
They must be "punched" to break the skin, allowing that liquid gold olive oil to seep into every crevice.
Old-timers in the Azores swear by dropping a clean wine cork into the pot while boiling the octopus to make it tender. While science says it's the enzymes (or just luck!), the real trick is freezing the octopus first. Freezing breaks the muscle fibers, ensuring you never end up with "rubbery" tentacles. READ RECIPE >>>
The Emerald Treasure of the Azores: Discovering the Healing Power of Gorreana Tea
Discover the powerful health benefits of Gorreana Tea, Europe’s oldest tea plantation. Learn how its pesticide-free, volcanic-grown green and black teas support heart health, metabolism, and natural energy.
By Carlos Ferreira 12/29/26
Azorean.Media → Lifestyle → Revive & Rejuvenate
In the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, nestled on the northern slopes of São Miguel Island, lies a living piece of history. Gorreana Tea is not just a beverage; it is a testament to tradition, purity, and the unique volcanic soul of the Azores. As Europe’s oldest and only remaining tea plantation, Gorreana has been producing world-class green and black teas since 1883. READ BLOG POST >>>
The Reset Audit: 5 Things to Clear for a Sharper 2026
Start your year with clarity. From the "Two-Minute Rule" for digital decluttering to the "Reverse Hanger" hack for your closet, discover 5 essential resets to sharpen your focus and home for 2026.
For Your Information 01/27/26
The first few weeks of a new year often feel like a race to set massive resolutions. But at Azorean Media, we’ve found that the most lasting progress doesn't come from adding more to your plate; it comes from clearing away the friction that’s holding you back.
A "Reset Audit" isn't about deep cleaning; it's about a series of strategic moves to reclaim your mental RAM and physical space. Whether you’re managing a business, creating content in your home studio, or navigating life between places and countries, these five resets will ensure you start 2026 with a sharp edge.
By Carlos Ferreira 01/15/26
Azorean.Media → Lifestyle → Free Speech Guild
In the medieval courts of old, the Jester was the only person allowed to tell the King he was a fool without losing his head.
Fast forward to the digital age, and the stakes haven't changed; only the methods of execution have.
Instead of the axe, we have the "ban," the "demonetization," and the "content warning."At the Free Speech Guild, we believe that satire isn’t just entertainment; it’s a vital sign check for a healthy democracy. If you can’t laugh at it, you’re likely living under it.
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