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Feb 18 2026CELEBRITIES

Syracuse's Hidden Gems: Where Stars Dine in the City

A well-known comedian is set to perform in Syracuse and is on the hunt for the best local eateries. Todd Barry, who has been in many movies and TV shows, will be at the Syracuse Funny Bone on February 18. Before his show, he asked fans on social media for recommendations on where to eat alone in Syr

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Feb 18 2026SCIENCE

How Tiny Zinc Particles Might Be Messing With Our Best Antibiotics

Klebsiella pneumoniae is a sneaky bacteria that's become a big problem worldwide. It's resistant to many antibiotics, and the situation is getting worse. One of the few antibiotics that still works is cefiderocol, but even that's not foolproof. Some strains of Klebsiella pneumoniae, especially those

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Feb 18 2026SPORTS

Baseball for All: How One League is Changing the Game

In North Carolina, a special baseball league is making a big difference for kids with disabilities. The Miracle League at the Keith Family YMCA gives around 100 players a chance to enjoy baseball in a way that works for them. This league is not just about playing a game; it's about building confiden

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Feb 18 2026SPORTS

Taking Charge: How to Turn Blame into Progress

In the high-stakes world of endurance racing, things don't always go as planned. Sometimes, equipment fails, and you're forced to retire early. It's frustrating, but it's also a chance to learn. The key lesson? It doesn't matter whose fault it is. What matters is what you do next. When things go wr

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

US Army Eyes Cutting Ties With AI Firm Anthropic

The Department of Defense is weighing a major shift in its partnership with the AI startup Anthropic. Recent reports suggest that the Pentagon might label the company a “supply chain risk, ” forcing other contractors to avoid working with it and potentially hurting Anthropic’s revenue. The conflict

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Feb 17 2026BUSINESS

Trump Son Eyes Drone Startup Deal

Eric Trump has put money into a big plan that will combine an Israeli drone maker with a Florida construction company. The goal is to bring the drone business onto public markets. The deal values the merger at about $1. 5 billion. Eric’s investment comes alongside a similar stake from the company

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Feb 17 2026CRIME

Neighbors Take Action: How a Small Community Thwarted Crime with Signs and Cameras

Valley Glen, a quiet part of the San Fernando Valley, has seen its residents step up to keep their streets safe. Facing a surge of break‑ins linked to gangs from South America, homeowners installed 22 warning signs and set up infrared license‑plate readers plus video cameras. The initiative reported

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Trump Criticizes Democrats Over Shutdown and Voter ID Debate

President Trump spoke to reporters on Air Force One, blaming Democrats for the government shutdown and their stance on voter ID. He said the shutdown was a “Democrat” move, not a Republican one. Trump claimed that Democrats are unhappy with low crime numbers and want to change voting rules.

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Feb 17 2026SCIENCE

Climate 2025: A World on the Edge

The latest climate data shows the planet is heating faster than ever. 2025 has become one of the hottest years recorded, with temperatures exceeding pre‑industrial levels by more than 1. 4°C. This sharp rise follows a trend that has accelerated since the mid‑2010s, despite growing investments in ren

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Students Take Stand Against ICE, Sparks School Debate

A group of Florida teachers has sparked a national conversation after a union leader declared that kids should protest the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. The statement came during a press conference hosted by a statewide teachers association. According to the speaker, students are react

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