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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Neighbors Fight Back as ICE Stalks Minneapolis

Minneapolis is no longer the quiet city many thought it was. A few blocks can feel normal, but behind that calm a tense watch is happening every day. Federal agents show up in plain clothes and blend into neighborhoods, making people feel watched even though they are not everywhere at once. The fear

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

Restaurant Brands Beats Forecasts With Strong Global Growth

Restaurant Brands International released its fourth‑quarter results for the year ending December 31, showing earnings and revenue that surpassed analyst expectations. The company earned adjusted profit of 96 cents per share, a touch higher than the 95 cents forecasted by LSEG’s analyst survey. Total

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Cleveland Crushes Wizards With Scoring Fireworks

The arena was buzzing with new posters and a sold‑out crowd that felt like the city was celebrating itself. The game marked the first night of a new era for Cleveland, and the energy was electric when James Harden’s name rang out over the speakers. Cleveland didn’t let the hype turn into a flu

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Bangladesh’s Big Vote: A Fresh Start for the Nation

After weeks of protests that forced long‑time leader Sheikh Hasina to flee, Bangladesh went to the polls for its first election in years. The day was largely calm, giving voters a chance to test the country’s democratic promise after a period of political unrest. Around 47 % of eligible voters ha

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Feb 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

Vulcan Rocket Faces Booster Glitch During Classified Mission

The United Launch Alliance’s new Vulcan rocket took off from Cape Canaveral early Thursday, carrying secret Space Force payloads that were meant to reach a geosynchronous orbit. The launch began smoothly, with the twin BE‑4 engines and four solid boosters pushing the vehicle skyward. However, about

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Feb 12 2026HEALTH

Pregnancy, Antidepressants and Vaccine Politics: A Quick Take

The day after a sunny walk, some health news caught attention. First, a top FDA official stopped Moderna’s new flu vaccine from moving forward. He overruled the scientists who had already looked at the data. Some insiders say a change in tone from the company might flip the decision later. Next,

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

GOVERNORS AND THE WHITE HOUSE: A TANGLE OF INVITATIONS

A meeting at the White House that usually brings governors together has turned into a political mess. The event is scheduled for February 20 and usually includes governors from every state, both Democrats and Republicans. President Trump said he sent invitations to all governors except two Dem

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Feb 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Warning Sparks Debate: A Young Investor’s Call to Prepare

A 26‑year‑old venture partner recently shared a long post that has gone viral on social media, urging people to brace for big changes driven by artificial intelligence. He framed his message as a warning: even if the chance of major disruption is only about one in five, it matters because people sho

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Michigan Bounces Back: Five Lessons from the Northwestern Comeback

The Wolverines made a big comeback against the Wildcats, winning 87‑75. They moved to 23‑1 overall and 13‑1 in the Big Ten. They lost early, trailing by 16 points, but they kept fighting. They ended the game with an energetic run that left the Wildcats stunned. One key lesson is not to ignore

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

A Winter Games Apology Turns Into a Public Drama

Sturla Holm Lægreid, a 29‑year‑old Norwegian biathlete, won bronze at the Milan Cortina 2026 and then surprised everyone by confessing on live TV that he had cheated on his partner. The interview, meant to celebrate his medal, turned into a personal tear‑jerker that sparked backlash from the media a

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