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Feb 13 2026BUSINESS

US and Taiwan Team Up to Make Trade Easier

The US and Taiwan have just made a big trade deal. This deal makes things cheaper to buy and sell between the two places. Taiwan will cut down on taxes for almost all US goods. They will also buy a lot more stuff from the US. This includes things like gas, airplanes, and power equipment. The deal i

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Feb 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Bob Saget's Life: A Journey from Philly to Hollywood

Bob Saget, the comedian known for his wholesome TV roles, had a life full of ups and downs. A documentary about him is in the making, focusing on his complex life and career. The project is being handled by 9. 14 Pictures, a studio based in Philadelphia's Old City. This isn't the first time the stu

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Feb 13 2026HEALTH

Eating and Living Better to Beat Migraines

Migraines are a big deal, causing lots of pain and trouble for millions of people. Instead of just popping pills, some folks are finding relief by changing what they eat and how they live. It turns out, certain foods and habits can help prevent and treat migraines, sometimes just as well as medicine

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Feb 13 2026HEALTH

Smartphones and Sleep: A Wake-Up Call for Students

College life is tough. Students juggle classes, social life, and part-time jobs. But there's one thing making it even tougher: smartphones. These handy devices are now a big part of daily life. But when they become an obsession, sleep takes a hit. Stress is a major issue. Students are always connec

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

America's Wavering Stance: Mixed Messages in the South Caucasus

Vice President JD Vance's recent trip to the South Caucasus sparked confusion rather than clarity. His visit to the Armenian Genocide Memorial in Yerevan was a big deal. It's a place where Armenians remember the 1. 5 million killed in the early 1900s. The U. S. has been careful not to call it a geno

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Feb 13 2026SCIENCE

Cracking the Code: How Tech Helps Farmers Grow Better Beef

In the southeastern US, raising beef cattle is a big deal. Farmers need to understand how grass grows, how cows eat, and how these things work together. It's a complex puzzle. To make sense of it all, scientists use math models. These models help predict how much cows can gain weight each day when t

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Feb 13 2026EDUCATION

Discovering the Past: Freeport's Land and Its First Inhabitants

A big project is happening in Freeport, Maine. Wolfe’s Neck Center for Agriculture and the Environment is teaming up with the Penobscot Nation. They want to learn about the land's history. This land was once home to the Wabanaki and Abenaki peoples. They got a $10, 000 grant for this project. The m

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Feb 13 2026FINANCE

Chicago's Bold Move: Selling Unpaid Debt to Investors

Chicago is taking a big step. It wants to sell about $1 billion in debt. This debt comes from things like unpaid parking tickets. The city is hoping investors will buy this debt. But there's a catch. A top finance official says this is risky. The official warns it might be costly. Investors might no

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Feb 13 2026FINANCE

What's Next for Restaurant Business Loans?

Whole business securitizations (WBS) are a big deal in the restaurant industry. They help businesses get loans by bundling together their future earnings. But these loans come with a deadline, called an anticipated repayment date (ARD). This is when the business must pay back the loan, usually by ge

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Feb 13 2026CRIME

A Brooklyn Rooftop Tragedy: The Life and Legacy of Everet Goldberg

In the heart of Brooklyn, an 81-year-old man lost his life on a cold rooftop. Everet Goldberg, a long-time resident of a six-story building, was found dead on the roof of his apartment building. He had been trying to cross the icy roof to avoid using the broken elevator on his side of the building.

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