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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

New York Times and Union Clash Over Work Rules and Benefits

A heated disagreement is unfolding between the NewsGuild of New York and The New York Times. The Guild is upset about the company's approach to hybrid work and the exclusion of certain jobs from union benefits. The Times has proposed ending guarantees for hybrid work by March 1, 2027, which could me

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Russia's Backup Plan for Bushehr Nuclear Plant Staff

Russia has a plan to pull out its workers from Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant if things get too risky. This plant, the only one Iran has running, was built by Russia, and there are more nuclear facilities being constructed there. Last year, a U. S. attack hit some of Iran's nuclear sites, but Bushehr

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Jan 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

A Fresh Face Joins Apple's Design Crew

Sebastiaan de With, a familiar name in the world of iPhone photography, has made a big move. He's now part of Apple's Human Interface Design team. This isn't his first time at Apple. He used to work on projects like iCloud, MobileMe, and the Find My app. But he's also worked with other big names lik

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Jan 29 2026SCIENCE

How Cells Learn to Make Better Antibodies

Inside the body, there are tiny factories called germinal centers. Their job is to make top-notch antibodies. These antibodies help fight off germs. Recently, scientists found a special group of cells called pre-plasma cells in mice. These cells are like apprentices learning to become full-fledged p

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Jan 29 2026SPORTS

Newcastle's Young Talent Eyes Spanish Adventure

A young footballer, Alfie Harrison, is on the radar of a Spanish club, Málaga. This 20-year-old midfielder, currently playing for Newcastle United, might be on the move soon. His contract is up for renewal, and Málaga sees this as a chance to grab a promising player. Harrison joined Newcastle from

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Jan 28 2026HEALTH

Caring for the Elderly: A Look at Mental Health Teams in England

In England, there are special teams dedicated to helping older people with mental health issues. These teams focus on those who have dementia along with other mental health problems. It's a tough job, and it requires a lot of special skills and knowledge. First, let's talk about why this is so impo

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Jan 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Rhode Island's Blueprint for AI Growth

Rhode Island is making big moves to become a leader in artificial intelligence. A special group has come up with a plan to help the state use AI in important areas like education, healthcare, and defense. The goal is to train people to work with AI and make sure the state is ready for the future. T

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

A Governor's Bold Words

Governor JB Pritzker of Illinois made some strong statements recently. He said that the current political situation in the US is even tougher than the COVID-19 pandemic. This is quite a claim, given that the pandemic caused so many deaths. During a podcast, Pritzker was asked how he was handling th

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

Chevron and Iraq: A Battle Over Oilfield Terms

Chevron is in talks with Iraq to take over the West Qurna 2 oilfield from Lukoil. This field is huge, making up about 0. 5% of the world's oil supply and nearly 10% of Iraq's output. The U. S. put sanctions on Lukoil because of Russia's actions in Ukraine. These sanctions made it hard for Lukoil to

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Jan 26 2026BUSINESS

Target's New CEO Tackles Community Struggles Head-On

The new leader of Target, Fiddelke, is stepping into the role at a tough time. In just a week, they'll officially take charge, but the community is facing serious issues. Violence and loss of life have been hitting close to home for many, including Fiddelke, who lives and raises a family in the Twin

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