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Feb 17 2026CRIME

The Mystery of Nancy Guthrie: A New Twist in the Tale

Nancy Guthrie's case has taken an unexpected turn. It seems the elderly woman's disappearance might not be a kidnapping after all. Instead, it could be the result of a burglary that went wrong. This is according to a recent report from a crime correspondent who claims to have inside information. Th

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Feb 17 2026CRIME

Crypto's Dark Side: Funding Human Trafficking

Crypto payments to groups suspected of human trafficking saw a huge jump in 2025. A recent study found that these transactions went up by 85%. This money was mostly moving through public blockchains. The study also found that most of this activity was happening in Southeast Asia. There, scam compoun

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Feb 17 2026SCIENCE

Unlocking Hidden Science: How AI Turns Text into Powerful Discoveries

The world of science is full of information. But much of it is stuck in words, not numbers. This makes it hard to find new things. A new way to solve this problem has been created. It uses AI to read and understand science words. Then, it turns them into useful data. This new method is like a detec

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Feb 17 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Heat Up Social Media on Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day brought a wave of steamy photos to social media, with celebrities showing off their lingerie. Emily Ratajkowski, Kendall Jenner, and Madonna were among the stars who posted racy snaps. Others, like Halle Berry and Eva Mendes, went for a more subtle approach, sharing photos without pa

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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 2026SCIENCE

How Storytelling Affects Trust and Connection

People often share personal stories to teach others and help them make choices. But how do we know if these stories are true? A study looked into this. It found that when someone tells a story with lots of details, people believe it more. They also feel more trusting and empathetic towards the story

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

Little Coders: Saginaw Preschool Pioneers Tech Learning for Tiny Tots

In Saginaw, Michigan, a big step is being taken to introduce computer science to very young minds. Jerome Green STEM Preschool has become the first in the state to roll out a computer science curriculum for preschoolers. This isn't about tiny fingers tapping on keyboards, though. Instead, kids will

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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 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Christine Dunbar Joins SkyWater to Boost Sales and Tech Growth

SkyWater Technology has just welcomed Christine Dunbar as their new senior vice president of sales and solutions engineering. This move is part of their plan to grow faster and serve more customers. Dunbar will work closely with President and COO John Sakamoto to make this happen. Dunbar is no stra

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

Delaware's Future Educators and Artists Shine Bright

Delaware is buzzing with excitement as young minds showcase their talents and ambitions in various fields. The University of Delaware recently hosted nearly 400 students from across the state, all eager to explore careers in education. This event, known as the Delaware Educators Rising conference, w

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