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Feb 11 2026OPINION

Sociology’s Survival: Why the Study of People Matters Now

Sociology has recently faced attacks that make it seem like a fringe subject, but the reality is far different. Many critics say the field is too “woke” or ideological, claiming it no longer serves students’ general education needs. Yet these arguments overlook the discipline’s core strengths:

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Feb 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

HyperOS 4 Rewrites Poco Phone Experience

Poco phones are heading into a big software change. The new HyperOS 4 will stop using the old Poco Launcher and replace it with a single, unified interface. The change is driven by a new update method called \"SOTA\" (Super OTA) that lets phones refresh without restarting. The idea behind SOTA is s

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Feb 11 2026BUSINESS

Nexperia Faces New Legal Hurdles Over Ownership Clash

In a twist that could shake the electronics supply chain, Dutch judges have decided to launch a full investigation into Nexperia BV. The move follows a battle that saw the company’s former Chinese owner, Wingtech Technology Co. , lose control of the business. Wingtech’s influence had already been

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Feb 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Data Deal: Food Tech Giant Adds Customer‑Insight Tool

PAR Technology Corp. will buy most of Bridg, a Los Angeles data platform owned by Cardlytics, for between $27. 5 million and $30 million in PAR shares. The deal will close early 2026 after standard approvals. The purchase gives PAR instant access to a rare mix of loyalty and everyday transaction da

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Feb 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Study Shows How AI and Outsourced Teams Are Changing Legal Work

The legal world is shifting fast. New data shows that the amount of information lawyers must sift through keeps growing, while tools powered by artificial intelligence are becoming common. The mix of more data and new tech makes the job harder, but it also opens doors for smarter ways to handle case

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Feb 11 2026CELEBRITIES

Stars Speak Up as Agency CEO Faces Epstein‑Related Scrutiny

Casey Wasserman, the chief of a major talent agency and chair of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Committee, has found himself in the spotlight after his name surfaced in recently released documents tied to former financier Jeffrey Epstein. The revelation prompted a wave of criticism from entertainer

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Feb 11 2026HEALTH

Lessons From a Rural Hospital’s First COVID‑19 Surge

A few months after the first wave hit a small Tasmanian hospital, 252 staff members answered questions about how things went. Their stories point to five key ideas that future plans should keep in mind. First, people felt lost because the rules changed so fast and no one had all the answers. Good

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Feb 11 2026BUSINESS

Madrigal Secures Major Deal to Battle Liver Disease

A Chinese biotech company in Suzhou has given an American firm the worldwide rights to create and sell six new RNA medicines aimed at a serious liver condition. The deal brings an upfront cash payment of $60 million and could grow to nearly $4. 5 billion if the medicines reach several key develop

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Feb 11 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin’s Chill Ahead: Why Buying the Dip May Be Risky

Bitcoin may already be sliding into a new “winter” period, even though its price looks strong on paper. The trend is not about the level of dollars per coin, but about a weakening push from buyers and a pullback from sellers. Recent data shows that the market is losing momentum: when $10 billi

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Feb 11 2026CRYPTO

Crypto’s New Chapter: From Flashy Gains to Real‑World Value

The crypto market is shifting, moving away from the wild highs that once drew in quick‑cash seekers. Experts say this change is a sign of maturity, as big financial institutions start to join the scene while retail traders step back. One voice behind this trend is a well‑known crypto executive

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