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Feb 28 2026BUSINESS

New Leaders and Big Moves in Kansas Business

In the latest wave of changes across Topeka and surrounding areas, several local firms are hiring fresh talent while promoting seasoned experts. A law practice from Washburn University graduates is adding a new associate who will tackle civil and corporate cases, while another legal‑HR firm brings i

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Feb 28 2026SPORTS

Michigan Shines in Big Win Over Illinois

The Wolverines dominated Illinois, winning 84‑70 in Champaign. Michigan entered the game ready to prove themselves and did so with style. Illinois struggled to score, showing how strong Michigan’s defense is. Their offense usually leads the nation, yet they couldn’t find rhythm against Mich

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Feb 28 2026OPINION

Trump’s Missed Call: Why Women Athletes Were Left Out

President Trump once said he would protect women’s sports, yet his actions have shown a different story. After signing an order that pulls federal money from schools allowing boys and girls to play together, he later tried to exclude female Olympic champions from a major national event. During the

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Feb 28 2026SPORTS

UCLA Women’s Basketball Shines Under New Coach

The Bruins’ women’s team has stepped into the spotlight, thanks to a coach who mixes discipline with heart. Under her guidance, players learn to play smart and support one another, echoing the spirit of a legendary mentor from the past. Their recent season is not just about victories; it shows g

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Feb 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Writers Warn of Big Studio Shake‑Up

The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has voiced strong opposition to the planned merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, calling it a major threat to writers, viewers and the industry at large. The guild’s joint statement from its East and West branches argues that combining two of the

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Feb 28 2026HEALTH

Deep Connections in Japanese Hospital Care

In many hospitals, doctors and patients often share moments that feel almost holy. These “sacred moments” happen when people feel a strong bond and a sense of calm or hope. Studies from North America have shown that such encounters can hint at how healthy a person will feel later, both for the patie

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Feb 28 2026SPORTS

A Fresh Start for a Rockies Power Hitter

Zac Veen, 24, has made dramatic changes to his life and body this spring. He added more than 40 pounds of muscle, moving from around 200 to a solid 245 pounds. The biggest shift happened off the field, where he said he had finally gotten sober after years of substance use. He admitted that during

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Feb 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI as a Coding Sidekick: Lessons from Building an App Alone

A solo developer tried to create a full‑stack marketing tool using Google AI Studio and Gemini 3. 0 Pro, hoping the AI could act like a full team member without writing any code himself. The plan was to guide the assistant through strict rules: no math, no hidden state changes, and mandatory JSON sc

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Feb 28 2026POLITICS

Utah’s Water and Land Laws Shake Up in 2026

Utah lawmakers are busy reshaping how the state handles water, land and mining. While the Great Salt Lake gets most headlines, several new bills aim to protect farmers, miners and public lands. One proposal lets the state’s natural resources department pay for legal fights over Colorado River water

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Feb 28 2026SCIENCE

Fast Lab Test Uses Microwave Plasma to Spot Drug Weaknesses

The safety of medicines can be hurt by light and heat, so scientists must test how drugs stand up to these forces. Traditional tools like HPLC, DSC and GC‑MS take time, need extra steps, and often look at light damage and heat damage separately. A new approach called microwave plasma torch mass spec

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