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Feb 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Investor Boosts Energy Tech Company

Volue, a company that makes software for power systems, has added TA Associates to its group of investors. The move comes after Volue sharpened its focus on energy over the last year and a half, selling off parts that were not core to its mission. The firm now concentrates on tools for power trad

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

AI Rules: How the U. S. Can Stay Ahead

The United States is at a crossroads with artificial intelligence. Big states like New York and California have already passed laws that aim to keep AI safe for everyday life. These rules cover things such as protecting consumers, respecting civil rights, and preventing misuse in schools and workpla

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

California’s Jail Death Review: A Promise Gone Cold

A new law was meant to shine a light on deaths that happen in county jails. The idea was simple: an independent office would look into every case, tell families what happened, and make sure mistakes were fixed. But a year after the law went live, no single review has been finished. The problem star

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

A Fresh Look at ICE and the Cost to Communities

The new poll shows that about two‑thirds of Americans now view ICE, the federal immigration agency, with suspicion. This shift comes after a recent shooting in Minneapolis and is tied to how some politicians and the media talk about immigration enforcement. Many voters originally supported str

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Military Moves: A New Look at China’s Command Changes

The recent shake‑ups in China’s armed forces have sparked a debate about who really holds the reins. When two high‑ranking generals were suddenly put under investigation, many saw it as proof that the leader had iron‑clad control. Yet some experts argue the opposite: the very act of removing these o

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Feb 13 2026BUSINESS

A New Leader for Louisiana's News Scene

Hank Stuever, a well-known journalist, is making a big move. He's leaving his old job at a big newspaper in Washington D. C. and heading to Louisiana. There, he'll be the new boss for special reporting at The Times-Picayune and The Advocate. This is a big deal because it shows these newspapers are g

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Feb 13 2026BUSINESS

The Big Business Win: Court Halts New Merger Rules

A recent decision by a Texas judge has put a stop to new rules that would have required companies to share more details about their mergers. The rule, which was set to take effect last year, aimed to give antitrust regulators more insight into mergers and acquisitions. However, the judge ruled that

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Feb 13 2026CRIME

Eddie Coyle: A Boston Tale of Crime and Conversation

Eddie Coyle, known as Eddie Fingers, isn't your typical criminal mastermind. He's a small-time Boston thief with a knack for getting into trouble. His fingers were once crushed in a desk drawer by an unhappy client, and he's always on the lookout for the next big score. But Eddie's luck is running t

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Feb 13 2026HEALTH

Can Blood Tests Predict Pregnancy Complications?

Researchers in Sweden are looking into whether blood tests can help predict pregnancy complications, specifically preeclampsia, which is a type of high blood pressure during pregnancy. They are focusing on a specific time frame, between 24 and 29 weeks of pregnancy. The goal is to find out if certai

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Feb 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Trump's Climate Change Rollback: A Step Back for America

The U. S. government has taken a significant step back in its efforts to address climate change. The Trump administration has reversed a longstanding scientific conclusion that greenhouse gas emissions pose a serious threat to public health and welfare. This decision, known as the repeal of the enda

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