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Feb 17 2026OPINION

Standing Firm: A Gym Member's Fight for Free Expression

In a bold move, a California gym-goer chose to challenge the growing trend of political intolerance. Katie Zacharia, a loyal member of a local cardio kickboxing gym, found herself at the center of a heated debate when she was asked not to wear her Trump hat during classes. The trouble started when

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

A Science Teacher's Journey to Inspire Young Minds

Danielle Jo White Yelito, a dedicated educator from Massachusetts, has earned a prestigious spot in the 2026 Educator Ambassador program with the Science Communication Lab. This initiative empowers teachers to bring real-world science and storytelling into their classrooms, making learning more enga

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

A High School Basketball Team Fights for Fair Play

A Philadelphia high school basketball team, Carver Engineering and Science, was just about to secure a spot in the semifinals. They were leading 61-49 against Constitution High School with only 71 seconds left in the game. Suddenly, a fight broke out on the court. Fans and players rushed onto the co

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

Little Coders: Saginaw Preschool Pioneers Tech Learning for Tiny Tots

In Saginaw, Michigan, a big step is being taken to introduce computer science to very young minds. Jerome Green STEM Preschool has become the first in the state to roll out a computer science curriculum for preschoolers. This isn't about tiny fingers tapping on keyboards, though. Instead, kids will

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Feb 17 2026HEALTH

A New Hope for Jet Lag Sufferers: Scientists Discover a Game-Changing Compound

In a groundbreaking discovery, a group of researchers in Japan have identified a compound that could revolutionize how we deal with jet lag and other sleep disorders. This compound, named Mic-628, has shown promising results in resetting the body's internal clock, known as the circadian rhythm. The

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

Columbia University Takes Action Against Staff Linked to Epstein

Columbia University has taken disciplinary action against two individuals connected to its dental school. This follows the release of documents by the Justice Department. These documents showed that the two people helped Jeffrey Epstein's girlfriend get into the school without going through the usua

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Feb 17 2026BUSINESS

Beauty Brands Get a Boost with New Ad Targeting Tool

A big change is happening in the world of online ads. THG, a company known for its beauty websites like Cult Beauty and LOOKFANTASTIC, has teamed up with The Trade Desk. This partnership lets advertisers use THG's customer data to create more personalised ads. What's special here is that advertiser

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Feb 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why Are We Wary of AI Despite Its Advancements?

AI is everywhere these days. It's in our phones, our emails, and even our search engines. Tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude are just a few examples of how AI is becoming a big part of our daily lives. These tools are getting smarter and faster, but that doesn't mean everyone trusts them. Peopl

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Feb 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Christine Dunbar Joins SkyWater to Boost Sales and Tech Growth

SkyWater Technology has just welcomed Christine Dunbar as their new senior vice president of sales and solutions engineering. This move is part of their plan to grow faster and serve more customers. Dunbar will work closely with President and COO John Sakamoto to make this happen. Dunbar is no stra

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Feb 17 2026FINANCE

Portugal's Stormy Financial Path

Portugal is in a tough spot. The country is trying hard to keep its budget in check and reduce debt. But, storms have caused a lot of damage. This makes things more complicated. The finance minister, Joaquim Miranda Sarmento, spoke about this. He said that helping people and businesses affected by

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