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Feb 12 2026FINANCE

BlackRock Takes a Big Step into the World of DeFi

Big things are happening in the world of decentralized finance (DeFi). BlackRock, a major player in traditional finance, has decided to dip its toes into the DeFi pool. They are teaming up with Securitize, a company that specializes in turning assets into tokens. This move is a big deal because it s

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

Drug Companies Scramble to Join Trump's Pricing Plan

Pharmaceutical firms not included in President Trump's drug pricing agreements are now trying to negotiate their own deals. This move is aimed at avoiding potential tariffs and new pricing regulations. Industry insiders reveal that these companies are reaching out to the White House and Medicare off

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Jobs in the US Start the Year Strong, but Numbers Hide a Slowdown

The latest jobs report, due Wednesday, is expected to show unemployment staying at 4. 4 percent. The Fed watches this figure closely because it helps gauge the labor market’s health, especially after President Trump tightened immigration rules. Those limits cut the number of new workers who can e

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Father Sentenced Over Daughter’s Hong Kong Activism

A 69‑year‑old man in Hong Kong was found guilty of trying to tap into a life insurance policy belonging to his daughter, an American activist who leads the Hong Kong Democracy Council in Washington. The case is the first of its kind under Hong Kong’s new national security law, which was enacted a ye

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Tactics Backfire: When Blame Games Lose Their Edge

A former adviser taught Trump to never admit fault, to attack and deny, and that lesson helped him rise. The same rules let him spread false claims, insult groups, and keep a loyal base that sees his aggression as real. Yet a year into his second term the power of constant trolling has begun to crum

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Feb 11 2026BUSINESS

Big Moves in the AI‑Hit Stocks

Barclays released a report that shows how companies seen as lagging behind AI are losing value fast. The decline is so sharp that an activist investor, known for buying stakes in struggling firms, may be stepping in. Barclays says the sharp drop creates chances in software, media, internet and

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Airspace Shutdown: El Paso and New Mexico Fly‑Free for Ten Days

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced a sudden 10‑day ban on all aircraft over El Paso and a large part of southern New Mexico. The order began at 11:30 p. m. Mountain Time on Tuesday and will lift at the same time on February 20. Pilots are warned that ignoring the restriction coul

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Feb 11 2026BUSINESS

Closing of Oakland’s Athletic Club: A Last Game

The Athletic Club in Oakland has closed its doors after eight years of serving fans and friends. The final day coincided with the Super Bowl, adding a bittersweet note to its farewell. A post on Instagram announced the closure and thanked patrons for their support. Co‑owner Miles Palliser expressed

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Feb 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Data Deal: Food Tech Giant Adds Customer‑Insight Tool

PAR Technology Corp. will buy most of Bridg, a Los Angeles data platform owned by Cardlytics, for between $27. 5 million and $30 million in PAR shares. The deal will close early 2026 after standard approvals. The purchase gives PAR instant access to a rare mix of loyalty and everyday transaction da

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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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