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Inside Empire: the SF entertainment company shaping music worldwide
Founder & CEO Ghazi says the independent music powerhouse is expanding its presence in downtown San Francisco, while continuing to shape the global music industry.
Hapag-Lloyd in Advanced Talks Over Potential Acquisition of Israeli Rival Zim
Negotiations over a deal for all shares in the Israeli competitor haven’t yet resulted in any binding deals.
Brentford XI vs Macclesfield – Predicted lineup and team news
Brentford travel to face non-league Macclesfield on Monday night while they aim to avoid becoming the latest victim of the competition’s ultimate giant-killers.The Bees moved into the top seven of t...
Europe's earnings gain pace while lofty valuations cap rewards
European company earnings growth is picking up this reporting season against a tentatively improving economic backdrop, but wary investors are demanding more than solid results to justify sky-high valuations.
University researchers develop interactive website to compare legal, social science concepts
Researchers and policymakers can compare how other researchers from all around the world view concepts related to social science and law after University professors and graduate students launched a new platform, according to a Feb. 5 news release. The Sartori.network platform is part of a series of tools developed by the Concept Integration in Comparative...
Bloodstained Director Shutaro Iida Passes Away At 52 As Sequel Production Enters Its Final Stages
ArtPlay announces the passing of Bloodstained director Shutaro Iida at 52 as Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement nears completion.
How the Trump administration learned to stop worrying and love big business
Many analysts still don’t understand how foundational Republican complaints about censorship are to contemporary politics.
Earnings To Watch: Caesars Entertainment (CZR) Reports Q4 Results Tomorrow
Hotel and casino entertainment company Caesars Entertainment (NASDAQ:CZR) will be reporting earnings this Tuesday after the bell. Here’s what to expect.
Earnings To Watch: Caesars Entertainment (CZR) Reports Q4 Results Tomorrow
Hotel and casino entertainment company Caesars Entertainment NASDAQ:CZRwill be reporting earnings this Tuesday after the bell. Here’s what to expect. Caesars Entertainment missed analysts’ revenue expectations by 0.9% last quarter, reporting revenues of $2.87 billion, flat year on year. It was a so…
Why did new NBA All-Star Game format work? Victor Wembanyama 'sets tone' and players 'step up'
The new All-Star Game format created a much more competitive game than in recent years
Samsung says Galaxy S26 Ultra upgrade ‘deserves a medal’
Galaxy S26 Ultra is unveiling next week, and Samsung calls this upgrade “deserves a medal.” The company is also encouraging its fans in the US to reserve the next Galaxy to score a free $30 Credit and up to $900 savings. In a recent X post, Samsung called Galaxy S26 Ultra an upgrade that “deserves […]
Exclusive | Companies Are Replacing CEOs in Record Numbers—and They’re Getting Younger
There hasn’t been such a big crop of new leaders running Corporate America in at least 16 years, and they have their hands full.
Health regulators to review safety of processed ingredients, RFK Jr. says
The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke The safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe.
US health regulators to consider safety status of processed ingredients, RFK Jr. says
The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke the safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe and not contributing to health issues and obesity, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in remarks that aired on Sunday.
US Health Regulators to Consider Safety Status of Processed Ingredients, RFK Jr. Says
By Michelle Conlin NEW YORK, Feb 15 (Reuters) - The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke the safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe and not contributing to health issues and obesity, U.S. Health and ...
Jeff Stoutland’s Eagles Departure Signals Major Organizational Changes
News broke on Feb. 4 that Jeff Stoutland, the Philadelphia Eagles’ run game and offensive line coach, will not return to the team next season. The report from ESPN’s Tim McManus came as a complete shock to fans. Stoutland has coached Philadelphia’s offensive line since 2013. During his tenure, he’s played a key role in developing […] The post Jeff Stoutland’s Eagles Departure Signals Major Organizational Changes appeared first on The Lead.
When Texas Rangers hunted an Alaska politician to complete a form
Former Anchorage Mayor Z.J. Loussac ran for a Territorial House of Representatives seat in 1952 but forgot to fill out a residency document before departing on a four-month vacation.
Symphony Selects 2026 Youth Concerto Competition Winners
Seungyoo-Kim-Jung The Santa Barbara Symphony has announced the winners of its 2026 Youth Concerto Competition, following live auditions held Jan, 25 at
Shopify Swanson Health Partnership Highlights Expanding AI Commerce And B2B Role
Swanson Health has completed a rapid migration to Shopify, using its AI tools and subscription infrastructure to support a broad digital overhaul. The project highlights Shopify’s expanding role in B2B commerce, with a focus on AI-driven personalization and modern subscription management. This customer case offers a concrete view of how Shopify’s technology is being applied by enterprise brands beyond headline AI and earnings updates. Shopify (NasdaqGS:SHOP), trading at around $112.7, has...
No. 2 UCLA thrashes Indiana, wins its 19th straight game
Lauren Betts and Kiki Rice led a pack of UCLA players completely overwhelming Indiana during a 92-48 at Pauley Pavilion on Sunday.
Longtime NPR host David Greene sues Google over NotebookLM voice
The longtime host of NPR’s “Morning Edition,” is suing Google, alleging that the male podcast voice in the company’s NotebookLM tool is based on him.
Independent Spirit Awards celebrate indie movies and TV in Los Angeles
The Film Independent Spirit Awards shine a spotlight on indie movies and TV as stars like Ethan Hawke, Rose Byrne, and Keke Palmer compete for prizes. On Sunday, comedian Ego
OC students test knowledge, creativity at 2026 regional Science Olympiad
Some 1,200 middle school and high school students competed in the 2026 Orange County Regional Science Olympiad this weekend, hosted at UC Irvine.
School Notes: Windsor High students compete in annual science fair
Windsor High School students showcase their science projects at the annual science fair. Winners present at Vermont Science Fair.
Apple’s New MacBook Can Checkmate Chromebooks In A Single Move
Apple’s $599 MacBook is expected this Spring. With the A18 Pro chipset and 24-hour battery, it’s a competitive budget laptop. But has Apple stripped it back too far?
RPGs Coming This Week, 2/15/26: Colorful Deliveries, Updates, and Curses
This may be one of the most colorful lineups for RPGs Coming This Week in a long time, even if you aren't comparing to last week's spreading darkness. I
Brown toying with idea of UFC, boxing after NBA
Celtics star Jaylen Brown, who has training in Muay Thai, says he's "toyed" with the idea of competing in combat sports once his NBA career is finished.
You need to watch the intensely surreal cult classic Possession
It features three of the most unhinged performances in cinema history, and I mean that as a compliment.
Small Business of the Month: Ditch Witch Mid-States
Each month throughout the season, one local company will be recognized by the Blue Jackets and First Merchants Bank
I stayed in 5 different rooms on Celebrity cruise: Comparison, best one
Here's how interior, ocean-view (standard and deluxe), and concierge-class cabins on Celebrity Constellation compare and which room is the best deal.
BrandMag.net Publishes Strategic Analysis Comparing Monday.com and Trello for Growing Enterprises
BrandMag.net released a strategic comparison of Monday.com and Trello, examining how project management platforms influence scalability, workflo...
Palmer Electric Marks 75 Years as the Top Electrical Company in Orlando and Central Florida
Celebrating more than seven decades of on-time, reliable electrical service, grounded in safety, professionalism, transparent pricing, and custo...
Why some kids struggle with math even when they try hard
A new Stanford study suggests math struggles may be about more than numbers. Children who had difficulty with math were less likely to adjust their thinking after making mistakes during number comparison tasks. Brain imaging showed weaker activity in regions that help monitor errors and guide behavioral changes. These brain patterns could predict which children were more likely to struggle.
There top global companies have sued Trump for tariff refunds
From Costco to Toyota, global companies are filing lawsuits to secure tariff refunds should the Supreme Court decide to strike down Trump's duties.
CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:CVS) is favoured by institutional owners who hold 88% of the company
Key Insights Significantly high institutional ownership implies CVS Health's stock price is sensitive to their trading...
He spent decades perfecting his voice. Now he says Google stole it.
NPR’s David Greene says he was “completely freaked out” when he heard an AI voice that sounded just like his own, and he’s suing over it.
Country star turns off X comments as fans rip new song: ‘It’s complete dog(expletive)’
The feedback might not be what the singer expected.
Assessing Suzhou Ribo Life Science’s Valuation After Recent Share Price Weakness
Recent share performance and business profile Suzhou Ribo Life Science (SEHK:6938) has drawn attention after a 5.4% one day decline to HK$70.05, extending a one month return of a 7.9% decline and a year to date return of a 14.7% decline. For context, the company focuses on researching and developing small nucleic acid drugs targeting cardiovascular, metabolic, renal, liver and other diseases, with several candidates in Phase I, Phase II and preclinical trials. See our latest analysis for...
The great computer science exodus (and where students are going instead)
Students are losing some interest in computer science broadly but gaining interest in AI-specific majors and courses.
BMW Study Reveals Minimum EV Range Business Drivers Want
BMW asked a Dutch market research agency to conduct a study among drivers of company cars to determine how much range an EV should have.
🥐Comebacks, complaints and more: the 5️⃣ Sunday headlines
From Real Madrid's victory in La Liga, to Cristiano Ronaldo's return with a goal, Sunday starts with plenty to talk about. Madrid, leaders and captivatingWithout Mbappé, this Real Madrid showed that ...
Adam Silver forced to address competitiveness, Clippers, more crises amid commissioner's most challenging year
Silver addressed the media at NBA All-Star Weekend in L.A., and there was not a shortage of burdensome topics
Why There's Simply No Need For An Amazon Fire TV Stick Anymore
The Amazon Fire TV Stick is no longer essential because there are cheaper competitors and most smart TVs today include the same range of apps in their OS.
Oral bacteria may signal metabolic health and even contribute to obesity
It turns out your mouth may know more about your metabolism than your bathroom scale. New research shows that people with obesity host a distinct oral microbiome compared to individuals at a healthy weight. Rather than zeroing in on the gut microbiome, the study turns our attention to the mouth as a potential biological signal of metabolic health. It’s a shift that could challenge long-held assumptions about where obesity-related biomarkers can be measured.
Obama compares ICE’s ‘rogue behavior’ in Minnesota to dictatorships
Former President Barack Obama said that the behavior of ICE agents in Minnesota over the past few months was “deeply concerning and dangerous.”
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Was Asked Whether COIN Plans To Launch Its Own Prediction Market Business—Here's What He Said
Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ:COIN) CEO Brian Armstrong said Thursday that the company has the ability to launch its own prediction market business, beyond serving as a retail distributor for platforms like Kalshi. ‘Keeping All Options Open’ During the company’s earnings...
WarioWare Captcha Uses The Terrible Web To Test Your Humanity
Maybe the secret to making the internet fun is making it incomprehensibly fast
“Smart Business” or “Bullying.” Taylor Swift Just Shut Down a “Swift Home” Trademark
Taylor Swift moved to block a bedding company’s “Swift Home” trademark. Within days, Cathay Home Inc. abandoned its federal trademark application. Swift’s team argued the ... Read More
Read the memo: Wasserman says he's selling firm after Epstein fallout
Casey Wasserman, the high-profile talent agent, told his staff on Friday that he was selling the company after his name appeared in the Epstein files.
When AI meets physics: Unlocking complex protein structures to accelerate biomedical breakthroughs
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how scientists understand proteins—these are working molecules that drive nearly every process in the human body, from cell growth and immune defense to ...
There’s a real life “Heated Rivalry” at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
On the ice, they’re sworn enemies. At the 2026 Winter Olympics, they’re on opposing sides of a historic and storied rivalry between two proud nations and both will be fighting tooth and nail throughout the competition to emerge victorious.
Cursing and cheating accusations: The feisty curling saga that’s heating up at the Winter Olympics
A brewing controversy is arising in the Olympic curling competition, involving accusations of cheating, denials involving F-bombs and an international governing body having to explain why it effectively relies on the honor system at times.
Mars’ Youngest Volcanoes Are Far More Complex Than Scientists Thought
Mars’ youngest volcanoes may be far more complex than they appear.
Scientists completely eliminate toxic tau proteins from human neurons for the first time
Targeting OTULIN has proven to eliminate toxic tau proteins in human neurons for the first time, opening a new avenue for treating dementia.
QVC Is Facing Bankruptcy, in Talks to Restructure Debt: Report
The CEO of the home-shopping company said falling TV viewership has been a challenge for business.
2026 Winter Olympics daily schedule: Team USA men's hockey takes on Denmark in men's hockey
The competition schedule for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Games.
Hollywood talent agent sells company after Epstein files release
In an internal memo sent to agency staff on Friday, which was obtained by CNN, Wasserman said he has “become a distraction” to the company’s “efforts.”
How to Optimize Your Company to Become a Nomadic Founder
Learn how to create company that is optimized for a nomadic lifestyle. Here's how to set up an anywhere business that grows while you travel.
Washington’s competitive edge is eroding
Job growth is stalling, the business climate is getting worse, and energy costs are rising in Washington, when compared to other states.
In Sickness and in Health: Wellness-Obsessed Techies Adopt Oura Rings as Wedding Bands
When AI researcher Sebastian Raschka got married in November 2023, he and his now-wife, Liza, went nontraditional. They wedded in Las Vegas at an Elvis-themed chapel, then celebrated by attending a U2 concert at the Sphere, the futuristic orb-shaped theater on the Strip. The Raschkas also bucked ...
Sony Group Corporation (SONY) Strengthens Core Segments Amid Mixed Entertainment Results
Sony Group Corporation (NYSE:SONY) is one of the best foreign stocks to buy right now. On February 9, Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey cut the price target on Sony Group Corporation (NYSE:SONY) to JPY4,250 from JPY5,100 and maintained a Buy rating. The adjustment followed Sony’s FY25 Q3 earnings report, where the company beat analyst expectations. Hickey […]
They have AI boyfriends, girlfriends. Here's how they're celebrating Valentine's Day.
Ahead of Valentine’s Day, EVA AI hosted a pop up where human users could take their AI companions on a date. I went to see what it's like.
It's a dangerous complication of pregnancy -- but a new drug holds promise
Researchers celebrate early results of a drug that may become the first treatment for a serious complication of pregnancy called preeclampsia. It's got the potential to save many lives.
Proposals for exploring viruses and skin as the next experimental quantum frontiers share US$30,000 science award
Viruses exist at the boundary between living and non-living matter, while skin is a living interface between physics and biology, making them perfect—but until now overlooked—arenas for testing the interplay between quantum physics, biology and life. That’s according to arguments made by Connor Thompson, a PhD student in microbiology and immunology at the University of British Columbia, in Canada, and Samuel Morriss, a medical doctor based in Melbourne, Australia, whose two essays share the US$30,000 first prize in FQxI’s latest essay competition, presented in partnership with the Paradox Science Institute. The eight winners of the $53,000 competition—which asked “How Quantum is Life?”—were announced on 14th February, 2026.
A&W Contractors navigates changes in federal diversity guidelines
Former respiratory therapist Adrian Mobley founded the company in 2014 and has since expanded the business into general contracting, flooring and joint sealant work, while still offering respiratory health services.
A Goldman partner in tech on the skills job seekers need amid AI
Bracha Cohen said that computer science majors should learn how to ask good, incisive questions.
This Week in Science: Mars Molecules, a Cholesterol-Cutting Compound, And More!
Our weekly science news roundup.
Pam Bondi Crashed Out for a Bizarre Reason. She’s Not Alone.
Pam Bondi is a captive to the “audience of one.” The nation is too.
‘It’s about politics’: Ukrainian fans react to Heraskevych disqualification
CORTINA — The cold wind whipping around in Cortina was not what would keep Vladyslav Heraskevych from competing in skeleton Thursday.
'Little Women,' 'Hamlet,' horror-comedy musical in Orpheus Theatre's 2026 season
Orpheus Theatre Company promises to change things up with the shows it has planned for its 2026 season.
List: Major companies putting $1,000 into employees' Trump accounts
A growing number of companies have pledged to match the government's $1,000 contribution for eligible employees' children's Trump Accounts.
World-class player sidelined, everything going against this star
Eden Hazard, Philippe Coutinho, João Félix - the list of big names whose careers took a completely wrong turn after a transfer is long. In the heart of Spain, it could unfortunately be expanding wit...
From Wuthering Heights to Mario Tennis Fever: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Emerald Fennell’s film brings the raunch to Brontë’s romance, while Nintendo’s beloved plumber stars in a colourful, family-friendly sports game
Republican calls Bondi a triple threat: ‘inept, incompetent and incapable’
Republican: Bondi a triple threat: ‘inept, incompetent and incapable’
Tigers Make a Statement on Day One of Invitational
Eyes are on the Tigers as they set multiple strong finishes in day one of competing
Philippines’ First Gen to Buy Into Hydropower Business for $1.3 Billion
First Gen Corp. will buy a 40% stake in Prime Infrastructure Capital Inc.’s hydropower portfolio in a deal worth 75 billion pesos ($1.3 billion), the Philippine companies said in a statement late Friday.
AOC speaks at Munich conference
Ocasio-Cortez offered a competing vision, deriding the Trump administration’s recent global policy decisions.
Melissa Joan Hart remembers James Van Der Beek as 'my first on screen kiss'
Melissa Joan Hart shared a heartfelt tribute to James Van Der Beek on Wednesday, where she remembered him as 'my first on screen kiss' after he guest starred on 'Clarissa Explains It All.'
Mishawaka massage parlor closed by St. Joe County health department
According to a latter on the front door, New Feeling Massage was shuttered after a complaint and inspection.
Computer Science Valentine's Spotlight
Love is in the air, or in the code, in the Computer Science department. We wanted to highlight a few of the growing number of Boise State CS student couples who found connection during their academic endeavors.
Science agency to ditch supercomputing center
The announcement comes after President Donald Trump’s team said it’s “breaking up” a top climate research center.
Former Senate League schools forming a new high school conference
Eight Stark County-area high schools are forming a new athletic conference. Here's who is in the new league and when they'll start competing.
A Climate Supercomputer Is Getting New Bosses. It’s Not Clear Who.
The National Science Foundation said management of the machine, used by researchers for forecasts, disaster warnings and pure science, would be transferred to a “third-party operator.”
Construction on west Henderson sports complex reaches key milestone
Ground broke on the West Henderson Fieldhouse in May last year at the corner of St. Rose and Maryland parkways.
SF: Department Of Public Health Tries New Approaches As City's Overdose Deaths Jump In New Year
The San Francisco Department of Public Health is trying out new strategies to tackle the city's drug crisis after seeing a considerable jump in overdose deaths in January compared to the previous...
Business Lookahead: Giddy Up
STORY: From bellwether Walmart reporting earnings... to new economic data out of the UK... these are the stories to watch in business and finance in the coming week.:: The trillion dollar clubFresh off hitting $1 trillion in market value, Walmart posts quarterly results on Thursday.Walmart's report offers a glimpse into consumer spending after recent data showed December U.S. retail sales were unexpectedly flat.A surprisingly strong employment report for January eased some concerns about economic weakening.Economic reports in the coming week include the advance reading of fourth-quarter GDP, a monthly consumer sentiment survey, and the personal consumption expenditures price index, a key inflation measure.:: Heavy metalsEurope's four largest mining companies report earnings in the coming week.Copper, gold, silver and other precious metals all recently hit records - but the January rally has given way to a sharp February sell-off.Last month's rally boosted the market values of Rio Tinto, Glencore, Anglo American and Antofagasta.Their earnings will test whether the momentum can be sustained.:: UK economic data UK labor market data and inflation readings will provide fresh fodder for markets, even though investors are still digesting the fallout from the recent government instability.Labor market numbers due on Tuesday will show if a gradual cooling of wage growth has continued.Then, January inflation data comes Wednesday.The political turmoil has set a tense backdrop, leaving markets highly sensitive to data swings. Fitch is also due to review its UK rating on Friday.
CCTA becoming an essential tool for interventional cardiologists
Ziad Ali, MD, explains how coronary computed tomography angiography is creating a major shift in cardiac care.
BrainTap Sports Officially Launches, Helping Athletes Train Smarter, Compete Stronger, and Recover Faster
BrainTap officially launched BrainTap Sports with a live press conference on Friday, February 6, introducing a bold new neuroscience-driven performance initiative designed to give athletes a measurable mental edge in focus, recovery, and competitive readiness.
2026 Winter Olympics TV/streaming schedule: Ilia Malinin skates for gold in men's free just before 5 p.m. ET
The competition schedule for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Games.
Will Wasserman Let Music Agents Go to Save His Powerhouse Sports Firm?
While the LA28 Olympics board gave the mogul its vote of confidence, some of his own agents are still advising artists to post about the company founder — it's unclear whether there is a music and sports split among clients.
Ukrainian skeleton slider Vladyslav Heraskevych has appeal dismissed over Olympics disqualification
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has dismissed Ukrainian skeleton slider Vladyslav Heraskevych’s appeal to be reinstated into the Olympic Games after he was disqualified from competition for breaking International Olympic Committee (IOC) rules over athlete expression.
Spring sports physicals for grades 7-12
All student-athletes interested in trying out for a spring sport must have an up-to-date physical submitted to FinalForms in advance of the March 9 start to the season for high school sports and in advance of the March 23 start to the season for modified sports. Families are encouraged to schedule a visit with their child's provider to secure a completed physical form. If this is not possible, the district physician will offer sports physicals at Albany High School, William S. Hackett Middle School, North Albany Middle School and Stephen and Harriet Myers Middle School. The schedule is outlined below. No appointment is necessary. If you have any questions or need additional assistance, please contact the Athletics Office at (518) 475-6310. Let's go Falcons! Sports physicals schedule: Albany High March 4 10:30 a.m. Room 1130 Albany High March 5 10:30 a.m. Room 1130 Myers March 17 10:30 a.m. Health Office Hackett March 18 10:30 a.m. Health Office North Albany March 19 10:30 a.m. Health Office
Apple Now Testing Flip-Style Foldable iPhone
Apple is testing a different kind of foldable iPhone with a flip-style design, according to a known leaker based in Asia. Citing supposedly verifiable supply chain information, the Weibo user known as "Fixed Focus Digital" says that Apple has tested a flip-style foldable iPhone. Such a device would compete with devices such as Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the modern-day Motorola Razr.
Sun Life helping Canada and Canadian businesses diversify trade, CEO says
CEO Kevin Strain highlighted Hong Kong and Indonesia as 'standout markets' in the company’s Asia unit
Oral Comprehensive Examination, Joseph Thomas Pastina, Sport and Exercise Science
Joseph Thomas Pastina will take his oral comprehensive examination. Research Advisor: Laura Stewart; Committee: D. Hydock, N. Pullen, J.
Bayer and celebrity chef keep diners in the dark to shed light on heart health
Bayer has cooked up the next phase of its “See Your Risks” campaign, tapping Food Network star Jeff Mauro as its sous chef. | Bayer has cooked up the next phase of its “See Your Risks” campaign with celebrity chef Jeff Mauro. The drugmaker is offering people the chance to dine in Mauro’s immersive dark dining experience, the Heart to Heart Bistro—provided they complete its aspirin heart health risk assessment.
Exclusive: First official look at Samsung's 'Wide' Galaxy Z Fold
Samsung's first One UI 9 builds surfaced this week, and they're revealing our first official look at the company's upcoming Wide Galaxy Z Fold.
Paris says 'oui' to booming business of romantic proposals
STORY: This Texan couple have been dating for one year.And Josue Perales wanted extra special celebrations with his girlfriend Kayla Balboa. On a candlelit terrace, overlooking the Eiffel Tower, she says "yes".Balboa had always wanted a Paris proposal. "She's always been mentioning how...""This is my dream place.""This is her dream... well, here we are."To make sure every detail was perfect, Perales employed the help of a local marriage proposal planning agency.And he's not the only one.Paris is seeing a surge in demand for elaborate marriage proposals like this one.Thanks to social media, TV shows and events showcasing the "City of Love", the entire industry catering to love-struck couples willing to pay thousands for unforgettable moments is booming.Les Entremetteuses, or "The Matchmakers", helped Perales get his "yes".Founder Pauline Le Tendre says Valentine's Day is her "busiest day of the year."But she says she's busy all year round - after demand started growing in 2019, with a brief lull during the pandemic."Once the borders reopened, it steadily increased. After that, there were a couple of boosts with (the TV show) 'Emily in Paris,' the Paris Olympics also. We had a lot of work after the Games."The company's proposal packages start at 590 euros, or just under $700, for a proposal on the Seine river banks.The average spend can go up to $2,400 - with some clients spending more for extras, like performers.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Artem Martynov & Anastasia KalynaFor those wanting to splurge even more, Kiss Me in Paris has them covered.The agency says its clients typically spend an average of about $12,000 on their experiences - or as much as some $118,000.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Tuan Nguyen FilmsLuxurious proposals are choreographed in high-end hotels, aboard yachts on the Seine, or in authentic French chateaux."To just be able to, in your social circles, say, 'We got engaged in Paris,' is great, right? It has prestige, it has cachet." That's Cengiz Ozelsel, who co-founded Kiss Me in Paris with his wife Chantelle Marie Streete.They say bookings have more than doubled since 2015.While the more budget-friendly Oui Love Paris agency told Reuters, its bookings have quadrupled since 2020.For many planners, though, the payoff is more than just numbers."I absolutely love it because... people are inviting you into their lives at one of the most special times in their lives."