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The 2025 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps is pivotal in the Formula 1 season, featuring intense competition among top drivers.
The race schedule includes a Sprint Qualifying and Race on July 25-26, with the main event set for July 27 at 14:25 CET.
Fans in Germany can watch the event via RTL, while international viewers can access Austrian streams using VPN services like Surfshark.
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* Queen will release a 5CD+2LP super deluxe Queen II box set on 27 March 2026 via EMI, expanding the original 1974 album extensively.

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* Audio-Technica launches the ATH-CKD7NC USB-C wired earphones on February 27, featuring hybrid noise cancelling and priced at ¥9,680 via direct sales.