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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Foreign Money in U. S. Colleges: A New Look at the Numbers

U. S. universities have just released a fresh list showing that more than five billion dollars flowed from overseas donors and contracts in 2025. The data is part of a broader effort by the current administration to shine a light on foreign influence in higher education. The list spots big names

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Feb 12 2026HEALTH

Smart App Helps People Beat Diabetes with Daily Plans

The new app, called Done With Diabetes™, is a mobile tool that guides adults who have type 2 diabetes or are at risk. It gives them daily steps and uses AI to adjust the plan as they progress. Instead of waiting for a doctor’s visit, the app turns everyday choices into part of a routine. It offers

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Feb 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Voices Rising: Pasifika Creatives Get a Big Boost

In a big step forward for Pasifika storytellers, five talented individuals have been picked for the 2026 PEAK Producer and Executive Fellowship. This program, backed by The Asian American Foundation (TAAF), is all about giving Pasifika creators the tools they need to shine in Hollywood. The fellows

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Debt climbs to new highs as budget outlook worsens

The first year of the current administration has seen bold moves to overhaul the economy. Tax cuts hit record lows, tariffs surged, and federal spending was trimmed sharply. Yet these shifts largely cancel each other out when it comes to the national budget. A recent forecast from a non‑parti

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Feb 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Creating a Cozy World with Ditto

The new Pokémon life‑simulation turns the familiar world into a place where players feel at home with their companions. Instead of controlling a human trainer, the game puts you in the shoes of Ditto, a shapeshifting Pokémon that remembers its lost trainer. This choice lets the story focus on

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Feb 11 2026CRYPTO

Crypto’s New Chapter: From Flashy Gains to Real‑World Value

The crypto market is shifting, moving away from the wild highs that once drew in quick‑cash seekers. Experts say this change is a sign of maturity, as big financial institutions start to join the scene while retail traders step back. One voice behind this trend is a well‑known crypto executive

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Feb 11 2026HEALTH

Animals and Healing in the Himalayan Hills

In the high mountains of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, people have lived for generations by turning to nature’s gifts for health. The area is a patchwork of cultures, each with its own stories about how animals can help cure sickness. Yet scientists have only just begun to listen. Researchers are now tra

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Feb 11 2026WEATHER

California Faces Heavy Snow, Southern Storm Heads Toward Valentine Weekend

California is hit by a strong weather feature that brings large amounts of snow to the Sierra Nevada. The mountains may receive between 12 and 36 inches of snowfall by Thursday, making travel very dangerous. A different system is moving south toward the Deep South. It will bring heavy rain that s

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Feb 11 2026LIFESTYLE

Watch Life Redefined: A New Digital Style Hub

European Watch Company, a Boston‑based family business that has sold luxury watches for over three decades, is bringing its new online magazine to the world. Crown & Caliber was originally a platform for pre‑owned watches and now becomes a daily source of stories about timepieces, fashion, travel an

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Tariffs Hit Households Hard, Costs Rising

A new study shows that American families will see a sharp rise in their grocery bills due to the tariffs imposed by President Trump on imports from more than 180 countries. The report, released by a nonpartisan research group, estimates that the average U. S. household will pay an extra $1, 000 in 2

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