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Feb 14 2026POLITICS

The Trump Administration's Unusual Push at the Supreme Court

The Trump administration has been making waves at the Supreme Court by stepping into cases without being asked. This isn't typical behavior, and it's got people talking. The solicitor general, D. John Sauer, is the top lawyer for the administration. His job is to give the Supreme Court advice on cas

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Feb 14 2026EDUCATION

Why Do Japanese Girls Love Christian Schools So Much?

Japan has very few Christians, only about 0. 7% of the population. Yet, Christian schools are everywhere and super popular. Why is that? Many people think it's because these schools are seen as fancy or upper-class, especially for girls. But is that really the whole story? Let's talk about one scho

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Feb 14 2026SPORTS

Golfers Face Nature's Challenge at Pebble Beach

Golfers at the 2026 Pebble Beach Pro-Am are up against more than just each other. The weather is throwing some serious curveballs. Heavy winds and rain are making things tough for the pros, just like they often do in February. The forecast isn't looking great for the final rounds. No rain is expect

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Feb 14 2026EDUCATION

Utah's SB268: Why Learning About Religion in U. S. History Matters

Utah has a new law, SB268. It lets teachers talk about religion in U. S. history. This is a big deal. For years, schools have been scared to teach this stuff. They thought they might get sued. But now, they can explain how religion shaped America. Think about the Pledge of Allegiance. Utah kids say

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Feb 14 2026POLITICS

Hot Springs Gets Its First Full-Time Town Boss

Hot Springs has taken a big step by hiring its first-ever full-time town administrator, Hassena Kassim. This is a huge deal because the town has never had someone in this role before. Kassim, who is 47 and lives right in Hot Springs, started her job in August. Before this, Kassim helped the town bo

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Feb 14 2026TECHNOLOGY

Quantum Tech Giant Infleqtion Takes Center Stage

Infleqtion, a trailblazer in quantum tech, has just wrapped up its merger with Churchill Capital Corp X. This move marks a big step for the company, which is known for its work in quantum sensing and computing. The merger means Infleqtion will soon be trading on the New York Stock Exchange, starting

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Feb 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood's Big Boss Talks Movies and More

Donna Langley, a top executive at NBCUniversal, is set to receive the BAFTA Fellowship, a big honor in the film industry. She's the first Hollywood studio boss to get this award, which usually goes to actors and directors. Langley is excited about this recognition and sees it as a way to represent t

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Feb 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Colonel Eriksen’s Stand: How a Norwegian Fortress Changed WWII

The story of “Battle of Oslo” began with a bold move by Colonel Birger Eriksen, who commanded the Oscarsborg Fortress on April 9, 1940. With no help in sight and German ships closing in, he chose to fire first against the invading navy. His shots hit the cruiser Blücher and forced the enemy to pause

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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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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

D. C. Takes Bold Step to Protect Renters from Exploitative Landlords

In a surprising move, Washington, D. C. is using a powerful law meant for organized crime to tackle a different kind of wrongdoing: bad landlords. The city's attorney general has filed a lawsuit against a family accused of running a shady business that provides terrible living conditions to low-inco

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