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Feb 13 2026CRIME

Local Sheriff's Choice Slows Down FBI's Help in Missing Person Case

A local sheriff's decision to use a private lab instead of the FBI's resources is causing delays in solving the case of a missing elderly woman. The FBI wanted to analyze key evidence, like a glove and DNA samples, at their advanced lab in Virginia. But the Pima County Sheriff, Chris Nanos, chose to

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Feb 13 2026SPORTS

Must-Have TV Apps for Sports Lovers

Sports fans have many options to watch games and matches online. But it's not easy to find the right apps. No single app has everything. So, it's important to pick the best ones. YouTube TV is a popular choice. It costs $83 a month. But new users can get discounts. It has major sports networks like

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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 12 2026POLITICS

Russia’s Move to Replace WhatsApp with a State‑Made Messenger

The Russian government has stopped the popular messaging app WhatsApp in an effort to push people toward a new, state‑backed platform called Max. The change follows years of pressure on foreign messaging services that the authorities say do not keep user data inside Russia or stop illegal use. Ma

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

A Winter Games Apology Turns Into a Public Drama

Sturla Holm Lægreid, a 29‑year‑old Norwegian biathlete, won bronze at the Milan Cortina 2026 and then surprised everyone by confessing on live TV that he had cheated on his partner. The interview, meant to celebrate his medal, turned into a personal tear‑jerker that sparked backlash from the media a

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Feb 12 2026HEALTH

Vaping Habits Among Mexican‑American College Students: A Fresh Look

The study explores why many Mexican‑American students in college vape, using a well-known psychology framework that looks at how people learn from each other and their surroundings. Researchers gathered stories and observations to see how personal confidence, beliefs about vaping, and expectations o

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Feb 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Money Surge: Big Boost, Big Risk

The U. S. stock market has poured money into AI companies like Meta Platforms Inc. They plan to spend more than $3 trillion on data centers and power by 2030. That amount is far larger than the money spent on the Manhattan Project, and it comes only from private investors and lenders. This huge spe

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Apple News Faces FTC Scrutiny Over Alleged Bias

The U. S. Federal Trade Commission has expressed worry about claims that Apple News favours left‑leaning outlets while sidelining conservative voices. In a letter to Apple’s chief executive, the FTC chair explained that the agency cannot force companies to adopt any political stance or organise n

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Feb 12 2026CRYPTO

Robinhood Turns Crypto Trading Into a Simple Habit

In recent years, buying and selling digital money has moved from niche hobby to everyday activity. Robinhood, a mobile app that started with stocks and options, added crypto in 2018 to keep up with this shift. Today the app lists more than 45 coins, from Bitcoin and Ethereum to newer names like Aval

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Feb 12 2026CRYPTO

Asian Crypto Firms Shift to Stablecoins and Regulated Funds

In Hong Kong, a new trend is emerging among Asian crypto investors: they are moving away from risky bets on digital coins and instead favouring stablecoins and regulated investment vehicles. Regulators are drawing up clear rules for stablecoins and exchange‑traded funds, making it easier for big

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