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Feb 14 2026POLITICS

Tech Security Measures Put on Hold Ahead of U. S. -China Talks

Democrats are not happy. They think the Trump administration is playing a dangerous game. The administration has decided to put some tech security measures on hold. These measures were supposed to protect the U. S. from Chinese tech threats. The decision comes just before a big meeting between Trump

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Feb 14 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities with Hidden Black Roots

Many famous people have Black ancestors, but not everyone knows about it. Some have only recently found out. Others have always known but didn't talk about it much. This is especially true for those who can "pass" as white. They might have faced different challenges because of their mixed heritage.

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Feb 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities Turning a Year Older Today

February 13, 2026, marks another trip around the sun for several well-known figures. Among them are Henry Rollins and Robbie Williams, who are adding another candle to their birthday cakes. But they are not alone; a whole bunch of other famous folks are also celebrating their special day today. Let

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Feb 14 2026CELEBRITIES

Stars Shine Bright at NBA All-Star Celebrity Game

The NBA All-Star Celebrity Game in 2026 was a spectacle of style and star power. Among the many flashy outfits and trendy accessories, two things caught everyone's eye: a football player's expensive necklace and a former basketball player's towering height. Cam Ward, the Titans quarterback, showed

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Feb 14 2026POLITICS

Diplomatic Moves in Geneva: What's Happening?

Geneva is buzzing with diplomatic action this week. Two big talks are happening there on Tuesday. One is about Iran, and the other is about the Ukraine-Russia conflict. A source close to the situation shared this news. First up, a U. S. team, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, will sit down

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Feb 13 2026EDUCATION

Learning the Coast at Fort Ross

The coast of Sonoma County is a living classroom. Fort Ross, inside the Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, turns this shoreline into a place where people can see, study and help protect marine life. A team called the Fort Ross Conservancy runs a Coastal Academy that offers two main pr

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Feb 13 2026CRIME

Reexamining a 90s Tragedy: New Theory Suggests Murder

An independent group of forensic experts has questioned the official verdict that a famous rock star died by suicide in 1994. Their review of the original autopsy and crime scene notes led them to propose a different explanation: that he was killed. The team brought in a specialist who has handle

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Hungary’s Election: War, Peace and a Tug‑of‑War Over the Future

Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who has ruled Hungary for 16 years, is turning the upcoming April election into a showdown about war versus peace. He warns that if his opponents win, Hungary could be pulled into the conflict in neighboring Ukraine. Orban says his party, Fidesz, is the safe choice for p

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Feb 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Investor Boosts Energy Tech Company

Volue, a company that makes software for power systems, has added TA Associates to its group of investors. The move comes after Volue sharpened its focus on energy over the last year and a half, selling off parts that were not core to its mission. The firm now concentrates on tools for power trad

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

A Fresh Look at ICE and the Cost to Communities

The new poll shows that about two‑thirds of Americans now view ICE, the federal immigration agency, with suspicion. This shift comes after a recent shooting in Minneapolis and is tied to how some politicians and the media talk about immigration enforcement. Many voters originally supported str

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