INDUSTRY

Feb 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Game Studio Downsizes After Launching First Title

Wildlight Entertainment, the company behind the new game "Highguard, " has recently let go of several employees. This happened just a few weeks after their first game came out. The studio said they had to make this tough choice to keep a smaller team working on the game. They thanked the players who

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Feb 11 2026BUSINESS

Mattel’s Stock Drops Despite Revenue Rise

Mattel, the maker of Barbie and Hot Wheels, saw its share price fall sharply after reporting a lower net profit for the fourth quarter, even though total sales climbed. The company earned $106 million in net income for the period, translating to 35 cents per share. This is down from $141 million

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Feb 11 2026LIFESTYLE

Watch Life Redefined: A New Digital Style Hub

European Watch Company, a Boston‑based family business that has sold luxury watches for over three decades, is bringing its new online magazine to the world. Crown & Caliber was originally a platform for pre‑owned watches and now becomes a daily source of stories about timepieces, fashion, travel an

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Feb 11 2026BUSINESS

Bryan County Says No to Nickel Plant Incentives

The idea of building a nickel refinery in Georgia was meant to close the gap in the state’s electric‑vehicle supply chain, linking factories that make cars and batteries with a plant that turns raw nickel into the metal needed for high‑performance batteries. Instead of boosting local jobs and kee

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Feb 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Austin’s Film Scene Turns 40: A New Look at the City’s Movie Magic

Austin has long been a magnet for filmmakers, and the city’s 40‑year journey in cinema is now being celebrated with a fresh visual tribute. The Austin Film Commission (AFC) teamed up with award‑winning actor Sonny Carl Davis, known for “The Whole Shootin’ Match” and “Buck Alamo, ” to create a promot

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

Water‑Career Scholarship Opens for Students Near Portland

The Portland Water District is inviting students from its service area to apply for the Joseph A. DiPietro Scholarship before March 31. This award supports those aiming to work in fields that help keep water clean and safe. Eligible majors include wastewater treatment, HVAC, electrical work, automat

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Feb 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Director’s Return: A Film, a Fight with AI, and the Reality of Hollywood

The director who once sailed ships across seas of gold is back on the big screen after a nine‑year pause. His new movie, “Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die, ” finally ends the long silence that began with his 2017 release. The story follows Sam Rockwell’s character, a future‑traveller who tries to stop

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Feb 08 2026OPINION

Healthy Food in a Modern World

The debate about what counts as “real” food often paints everyday staples like bagels and cream cheese as villains. Yet these foods are the product of a vast, reliable industrial system that has lifted millions out of malnutrition. In the early 1900s, people suffered from anemia and thyroid problems

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Feb 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Super Bowl 60 Ads: AI, Celebs and a Heartfelt Twist

The big game draws more than 120 million eyes, so brands are sparking a fireworks show off the field. This year’s lineup leans heavily on tech, health and nostalgia while keeping tone light amid recent news storms. Artificial‑intelligence firms dominate the billboards, with startups like Anthropi

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Jan 29 2026FINANCE

Charging Up: The US EV Boom Beyond the Hype

In the US, electric vehicle (EV) drivers now have more fast charger options than ever before. This surge in charging stations happened even though EV sales slowed down and federal incentives ended. The number of chargers grew the most in the last three months of last year. The growth in chargers is

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