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Feb 17 2026HEALTH

Why Do Kids in Bangladesh Eat the Way They Do?

Kids' eating habits are shaped by many things. These include where they live, how they feel, and what's around them. A recent study looked at how these factors affect eating behaviors in school kids in Bangladesh. The study focused on three main areas. First, it looked at emotional eating. This is

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Feb 17 2026ENVIRONMENT

Goats Take Over Fire Station for Green Cleanup

In a twist that might make you smile, a fire department in Missouri has swapped out loud machines for a herd of hungry goats to keep their land tidy. The West Metro Fire Protection District decided to try something different. They hired goats to clear out pesky weeds and overgrown plants around Stat

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

Lamar Jackson's Health: The Key to Baltimore Ravens' 2026 Success

The Baltimore Ravens had a tough 2025 season. Many fans are hoping for a big turnaround in 2026. One big reason for this hope is Lamar Jackson. He is their star quarterback. He missed some games last year. Even when he played, he was not fully healthy. This made a big difference in how the team perf

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

A Judge Steps In: Philadelphia's Slavery Exhibit Gets a Second Chance

In a recent turn of events, a judge in Pennsylvania made a big decision. She told the National Park Service to put back a slavery exhibit in Philadelphia. This exhibit was taken down last month. The judge said the government can't just remove historical facts because they don't like them. The exhib

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Feb 17 2026WEATHER

Willamette Valley: A Chance for Snow This Week?

This week, northwest Oregon is in for a chillier and wetter spell. The big question on everyone's mind is whether snow will actually reach the Willamette Valley floor, affecting places like Portland, Salem, and Eugene. There's also curiosity about how this weather might impact schools in nearby area

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Feb 17 2026WEATHER

California Braces for Major Snow and Rain

California is about to experience a significant weather shift. After a long period of dry and warm days, the state is now expecting a week of heavy rain and snow. The Sierra Nevada mountains are expected to receive a massive amount of snow. Forecasters predict that between 4 to 8 feet of snow could

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Feb 16 2026HEALTH

How Heat Boosts Blood Flow Without Stressing the Heart

Ever wondered why you feel your heart pumping harder when you're hot? It's not just your heart working overtime. Heat can make blood flow better in certain body parts. But how? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at how heat affects blood flow in different arteries. They did tests on eight h

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Feb 15 2026OPINION

Parents Decide: Why Louisiana Should Fund the GATOR Program

The idea is simple: parents should guide their children’s schooling, not the state. Louisiana lawmakers are urged to approve Governor Landry’s request for full funding of the GATOR initiative, a popular school‑choice program. Last year, the Senate President hesitated to meet the budget request, but

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Feb 15 2026WEATHER

Rain and Snow Coming to the Dry West

The western United States is about to get a lot of rain and some snow. A big change in the weather pattern has made this possible. Early Saturday, a storm will move across the Pacific Ocean and reach northern California and parts of Oregon. It will bring heavy rain to those areas. By Sun

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

California Governor’s Travel: Who Really Pays?

The governor of California has been on the road again, this time to Munich, where he spoke about his state’s climate plans. He said simply “I’m showing up. ” The trip is part of a series that includes Brazil, Switzerland and now Germany, where he pushes California as a climate partner. But people h

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