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Feb 27 2026POLITICS

Medina Eyes New Buyers for City Lot

The city of Medina plans to open up a 410‑East Smith Road lot for public bids, according to the finance committee. The property was bought in 2012 and has been used mainly for storing city sanitation supplies, though a fire once damaged some buildings. The site sits behind the Sweets and Geeks shop

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Feb 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s New‑Product Week: What to Expect

Apple is set to unveil a series of new devices beginning on Monday morning, kicking off a multi‑day announcement cycle that will culminate in a press experience on Wednesday. The company’s CEO confirmed the schedule, and reporters from New York City will be present to cover the events. A teaser v

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Feb 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Event Planning Gets a New AI Boost

Navan, a platform that helps companies handle business travel and spending, has added a fresh tool to its event‑planning section. The update brings in BoomPop’s AI skills, letting users pick venues and manage details without juggling spreadsheets. The move aims to cut the time people spend on mee

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Feb 26 2026LIFESTYLE

Family Fun Made Easy at an Indoor Water Park

Family vacations can feel like juggling act, especially when the crew includes toddlers, teens and parents. A resort that keeps everything under one roof can turn that chaos into a smooth adventure. One North American destination has made this promise by pairing an all‑year indoor water park with

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Feb 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrating 30 Years: Every Pokémon Gets a New Logo

The long‑running franchise is marking three decades with fresh ideas. After a Super Bowl spot and a cute partnership with BoxLunch, the creators have given each of more than 1, 000 Pokémon its own custom emblem. Each logo shows a different character leaping out of a zero that looks like a Poké Ball,

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Feb 23 2026CELEBRITIES

Inside the Chaos of a Classic Sitcom

A decade ago, a young actress stepped into the shoes of Becky Conner on a beloved comedy show. She found herself in an environment that felt more like a high‑pressure laboratory than a friendly set. The atmosphere was charged, and tensions ran deep among writers and the show’s co‑creator. The actre

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Feb 18 2026FINANCE

Planning for Retirement: Is $2 Million Enough?

Retirement planning can be tricky. A recent study found that many Americans think they need around $2 million to retire comfortably. But is that really the case? Several factors come into play when determining if $2 million is enough. For instance, where you live, how much you spend, and how long y

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Feb 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Joliet's Cultural Cash Conundrum: Can They Strike the Right Balance?

Joliet is stepping up its cultural game, but money matters are complicating things. The city is rolling out the red carpet for performers, musicians, and educators to enliven City Square and Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park. However, the big question is: how much can Joliet really afford to pay the

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Feb 17 2026BUSINESS

Beauty Brands Get a Boost with New Ad Targeting Tool

A big change is happening in the world of online ads. THG, a company known for its beauty websites like Cult Beauty and LOOKFANTASTIC, has teamed up with The Trade Desk. This partnership lets advertisers use THG's customer data to create more personalised ads. What's special here is that advertiser

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Feb 16 2026HEALTH

Quick Thinking for Better Health Choices

Health systems often find it hard to use local and published data to make quick decisions, especially in areas like primary care that change fast. The idea of learning healthcare systems (LHS) suggests that learning should happen all the time through real-world use. But putting this into practice wi

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