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Feb 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Sports Stars Shine at Milan Fashion Show

Eileen Gu and Caitlin Clark made a splash at the Prada event in Milan, turning heads with their stylish outfits. Gu, fresh from her Olympic success, arrived in a sleek all‑gray ensemble that even reached her socks. Clark opted for a relaxed look, pairing khakis with a striped polo, jacket and

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

New Mexico School Sports Rules Face a Long Wait

In New Mexico, lawmakers have a short 30‑day window to act on bills. A proposal from Sen. Antonio “Moe” Maestas, which would shift control of student‑athlete eligibility from the New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) to the state’s Department of Public Education, was not heard this session. Maest

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Feb 26 2026SPORTS

Linebacker Alex Anzalone’s Big Move: Who Will Sign Him Next?

Alex Anzalone, a steady presence on the Detroit Lions’ defense for five seasons, is poised to become a hot commodity as free agency approaches. His leadership and consistent play have made him a captain for the Lions, but his future is uncertain because other teams are eyeing him. Former Lions defe

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Feb 26 2026BUSINESS

Soybeans Rise, Ethanol Falls and Nebraska Faces Fire Risks

Paragraph 1: In the night trade, soybean futures edged up a touch. The lift came as soybean meal stayed strong and worries about wet weather in Brazil grew louder, which could delay the crop’s harvest. Paragraph 2: Rain forecasts for northeastern Brazil predict several inches of water, slowin

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Feb 26 2026WEATHER

Sunny Days Ahead, But Watch the Morning Fog

A new weather pattern is set to keep Massachusetts mostly clear and warm through Thursday night into the weekend, but commuters should brace for slippery mornings. Temperatures will rise to mid‑to‑upper 30s across most of the state, with Boston and Springfield reaching 37 degrees, Worcester hitti

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Debate Over a New Surgeon General: A Look at the Controversies

The Senate’s Health Committee held a hearing to review a nomination for the country’s top medical officer. The candidate, a licensed doctor who also runs a popular wellness blog, is closely linked to a high‑profile activist group. She said her goal was to help people who want clear answers about hea

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Feb 26 2026HEALTH

City Council Pushes for Probe Into Hospital Staffing Issues

A Worcester city councilor has requested that the Board of Health look into a local hospital after reports of staffing shortages and patient safety problems. The motion, placed on the council’s agenda for February 24, asked the city solicitor to determine whether a health board investigation is p

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Alaska’s Privacy Leak: A Big Mistake with Big Consequences

The state of Alaska has a rule that says the details people give when they sign up to vote are private. That means ages, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers and even the places people were born should not be shared without a good reason. The law also lets voters keep their home address

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Feb 26 2026HEALTH

Physiotherapists and Stroke Care: A Fresh Look at Their Roles

Physiotherapy is a key part of recovery after a stroke, yet the exact place it holds inside hospital teams can be unclear. In one study researchers asked both physiotherapists and the managers who run stroke units to share their views. The aim was simple: see how each group sees the job of phy

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Finland Faces Bigger Budget Gap and Calls for Tight Spending

Finland’s Finance Ministry has released a new spending plan that projects the country’s central government deficit to average €14. 9 billion each year from 2027 to 2030. The forecast shows a clear rise compared with the previous year, driven by lower tax receipts and reduced earnings from its emissi

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