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Feb 27 2026POLITICS

Police Drop Investigation Into Oregon Politician’s Spouse

The Washington, D. C. , police have decided to close the case that was opened against Dr. Shawn DeRemer, an anesthesiologist from Portland who is married to the U. S. Labor Secretary. The investigation began on January 24, after a report said that an alleged sexual act occurred on December 18 at the

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Feb 27 2026POLITICS

Turning Somalia’s Land into a Food Future

Somalia still sees its people starving, but the real cause is not a lack of food on trucks; it is deeper problems that short‑term aid can’t fix. 4. 3 million people are hungry today, and more than 700, 000 children suffer severe malnutrition. The country has a long coast, fertile river valleys and a

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Feb 27 2026POLITICS

Central Bankers vs. Politicians: A Tug‑of‑War Over Money Rules

Central bankers are standing their ground against politicians who want a say in how money is handled. In the U. S. , Fed Chair Jerome Powell has faced repeated criticism from President Donald Trump, who says high rates hurt growth. Across Europe, the pressure looks different: some officials ar

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Feb 27 2026SPORTS

Sports Analytics Gets a New Pulse

The MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference is marking its 20th year, growing from a small classroom idea into a massive event that draws athletes, tech experts and business leaders alike. At its heart is Jessica Gelman, a former Harvard basketball player who turned her curiosity about high‑pressure p

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Feb 27 2026SPORTS

Softball Returns to the 2029 University Games in North Carolina

The sport of softball has been officially added to the 2029 International University Games program, a major event that follows only the Summer Olympics in size. The decision was announced after a meeting between leaders of the World Baseball Softball Confederation and the International University Sp

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Feb 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tech, Law and Money Shake Up the U. S. Landscape

The federal government is tightening its grip on new technology and financial tools, while companies face legal and economic pressure. The Food and Drug Administration announced it will pay extra bonuses to employees who finish drug reviews quickly, hoping to speed up approvals for patients in ne

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Feb 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

The Future of News: Why AI Needs a Human Touch

Paragraph 1 Artificial intelligence is moving fast into every newsroom, helping reporters sort data and write headlines in seconds. It can turn a pile of documents into a story or even transcribe interviews without anyone typing. Paragraph 2 But speed has caused mistakes. Big papers have issu

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Feb 27 2026WEATHER

Sunny Friday, Stormy Weekend Ahead

A high‑pressure system rolls in over New England on Friday, clearing the skies for most of Greater Boston and southern areas. Light breezes keep temperatures in the mid‑30s, while the stronger sun angle helps melt some of the lingering snow. Even after sunset at 5:32 p. m. , temperatures will dip ba

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Feb 27 2026WEATHER

St. Pats Fest Gets a New Date

The long‑awaited St. Pats in Five Points event has been rescheduled because of bad weather. Five Points posted the change on social media, telling locals that the kickoff will now happen Monday, March 2, from 5:30 to 6:30 p. m. at the Fountain Plaza’s main fountain. Everyone can attend for fre

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Feb 27 2026RELIGION

Friendship, Faith and Flowers: A Simple Guide to Understanding Each Other

A man in his late sixties, who feels out of place in the church he visits, is worried that a close white friend—who proudly identifies with his Jewish heritage—is always eager to share religious greetings. The friend, who is not a strict observant but deeply connected to his culture, sends photos of

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