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Feb 10 2026CRIME

Crime numbers fall in Salem, but some rates rise

Salem’s police department says that violent and property crime fell in 2025 compared with the previous year. The drop in violent offences was about 20 percent, and the number of murders went down by more than half. The four killings that happened this year were all solved, a higher clearance rate th

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Feb 10 2026HEALTH

Celebrity Fandom and Mental Health: A New Look

The study checked a short tool that measures how much people admire celebrities. It tested this tool on 367 college students, most of whom were women, in the United States. Researchers also asked about how much worry people feel for others, their levels of depression, anxiety, and stress, and whethe

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Feb 08 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Homes: The Real Estate Game in the UK

The richest stars in Britain are not just famous for their talent – they’re also building massive property empires that rival those of top financiers. Among them, the Beckhams stand out with a portfolio worth around $205 million, covering five homes that make up almost a quarter of their total we

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Feb 08 2026POLITICS

Gabbard Responds to Allegations About a Whistleblower File

A former intelligence director, Tulsi Gabbard, said she did not block Congress from seeing a whistleblower complaint. She claimed that once she learned the filing needed security instructions, she acted right away. The complaint was filed in May with an inspector general. It accused the top spy off

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Feb 08 2026SPORTS

Nebraska Beats Rutgers Thanks to a Strong Finish

The Nebraska football team won a close game against Rutgers. They did it by staying patient and playing solid defense for the last part of the match. The game was not a blow‑out. Both teams traded points early, but Nebraska’s offense slowed down in the first half. In the second half Rienk Ma

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Feb 07 2026SCIENCE

A Quiet Doctor, A Loud Story

Jean‑Martin Charcot, a key figure in early neurology, is remembered this year as part of his 200th birthday. He worked in Paris and helped shape modern brain study, while also becoming a friend of writer Alphonse Daudet. Their friendship later soured because Daudet, who had a serious nerve disease,

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Feb 07 2026HEALTH

New Weight‑Loss Strategy Before Hernia Surgery

GLP‑1 drugs, known for helping people lose weight, are now being tested as a pre‑surgery aid for patients with abdominal hernias. Obesity is a major hurdle for surgeons because it raises the chance of hernia problems and makes recovery harder. Researchers are exploring whether giving these med

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Feb 07 2026OPINION

Whizzer’s Fight: A Polio Survivor’s Legacy and the Power of Vaccines

A 16‑year‑old football star from Florida once faced a nightmare that would shape his life forever. In 1954, before the polio vaccine reached the streets, he contracted a disease that left him paralyzed and in constant pain. He endured countless hospital stays, dozens of surgeries, and a life with a

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Feb 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Quiet Soldier’s Fight Back in Thatcher’s Britain

The film follows a former paratrooper who returns from the Falklands to find London in chaos. He tries to secure honest work but is met with hostility from both the police and his own community, which has turned into a crime‑ridden area. A friend offers him shady jobs, yet he keeps searching for leg

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Feb 07 2026LIFESTYLE

Explore Local Highlights: From Scholarships to Summer Camps

"The community buzzes with fresh opportunities. A scholarship program promises to change many students’ futures, offering help that goes beyond the classroom. Meanwhile, a new summer camp on Pine Island has opened spots for kids who love adventure and learning outside the school setting. People loo

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