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Feb 13 2026SPORTS

Coach Judge’s Baby‑Talk Sparks Outrage

Former Giants coach Joe Judge made a controversial statement during an NCAA hearing, saying that players who have babies while the season is on must focus solely on football. He explained how parents should keep their partners away from sleep‑influencing routines, insisting the athlete’s priority is

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

California’s Jail Death Review: A Promise Gone Cold

A new law was meant to shine a light on deaths that happen in county jails. The idea was simple: an independent office would look into every case, tell families what happened, and make sure mistakes were fixed. But a year after the law went live, no single review has been finished. The problem star

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Feb 13 2026EDUCATION

A Shift in Campus Culture: Students Push for Real Debate

Things are changing on college campuses. A professor at Tufts University thinks the days of extreme political correctness might be winding down. He says a new group of students is tired of all the performative politics and wants real discussions instead. These students don't want to be seen as the

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

D. C. Takes Bold Step to Protect Renters from Exploitative Landlords

In a surprising move, Washington, D. C. is using a powerful law meant for organized crime to tackle a different kind of wrongdoing: bad landlords. The city's attorney general has filed a lawsuit against a family accused of running a shady business that provides terrible living conditions to low-inco

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Feb 13 2026LIFESTYLE

Keeping Up the Good Work: The Secret to Building Lasting Habits

Ever wondered why some people stick to their goals while others give up quickly? The answer might lie in something called a streak. You know, like when you play a game and try not to break your winning streak. It turns out, this idea can be applied to real life too. People who manage to keep up wit

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Feb 13 2026BUSINESS

Bio-Rad's Mixed Year: Growth Amid Challenges

Bio-Rad, a big name in life science research and clinical diagnostics, just shared its financial results for 2025. The year was a bit of a rollercoaster. On one hand, they saw some growth in sales, especially in their Clinical Diagnostics segment. But on the other hand, their Life Science segment to

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Feb 13 2026CELEBRITIES

James Van Der Beek: A Life Remembered

James Van Der Beek, known for his role in Dawson's Creek, passed away at 48 after a long battle with cancer. His family shared the news, highlighting his courage and grace. Van Der Beek was diagnosed with stage III colorectal cancer in 2023 and had been fighting it ever since. Many stars from Holly

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Trump's Viral Video Blunder: A Closer Look

Donald Trump recently shared a video that caused quite a stir. The clip showed Barack and Michelle Obama with their faces swapped onto cartoon apes, set to the song \"The Lion Sleeps Tonight. \" This racist imagery sparked outrage, even from some Republicans. Trump's defense? He claimed the video h

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Feb 13 2026CRYPTO

Ripple's Big Moves: What's Next for XRP?

Ripple's CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, hinted at possible future acquisitions in the second half of 2026, but emphasized that this year will be about integrating recent purchases. This comes after Ripple spent a whopping $4 billion on mergers and acquisitions in 2025, despite XRP's value being 60% lower t

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Feb 13 2026SPORTS

Hockey's New Fanbase: How a TV Show is Changing the Game

The LA Kings' management is thrilled about the unexpected boost in NHL ticket sales. This surge is thanks to a popular HBO series, "Heated Rivalry, " which features hockey players in a romantic storyline. The show has sparked interest among new fans, particularly younger women. Initially, the team'

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