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Feb 08 2026POLITICS

Coalition Rejoins After Clash Over Hate‑Speech Bill

The two major conservative parties in Australia have re‑established their alliance after a brief break caused by disagreement over new anti‑hate legislation. The split began when the National Party walked away from its partnership with the Liberal Party, following the latter’s support for the govern

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Feb 08 2026OPINION

Publix Boosts Food Bank with Big Grants and New Truck

Publix Super Markets, known for its friendly service and wide range of products, also runs a charitable arm called Publix Charities. The charity has long helped food banks in the Southeast by giving both money and volunteer hours. Recently, Publix Charities gave the Harry Chapin Food Bank a $200

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Feb 08 2026SCIENCE

Saliva, a Tiny Test Tube for Diabetes

A new way to spot type‑2 diabetes is coming from an unexpected source: your own spit. Scientists have found that tiny particles in saliva, called extracellular vesicles, carry the same clues about insulin problems that doctors look for in blood. These particles are packed with proteins, fats and tin

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Feb 08 2026LIFESTYLE

Canggu’s New Mixed‑Use Hub Combines Food, Fashion and Culture

The project called LUC Lifestyle aims to become a lively spot where people can eat, shop for clothes and perfume, visit a dental clinic, and see local Balinese art all in one place. Its planners wanted the design to feel modern yet still show respect for the island’s heritage. They chose a sty

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Feb 08 2026CRIME

'Fake Messages Hit a TV Host’s Social Media'

The account belonging to television host Greg Gutfeld was targeted by a hacker who sent out spam messages from his X profile. Some followers were tricked into replying, including former Saturday Night Live performer Rob Schneider who posted a plea to “vote for Greg Gutfeld. ” Prominent X users

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Feb 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Quiet Spin on Fantasy TV

Fantasy shows are usually loud and dramatic, but a new series from HBO takes a softer path. The show moves away from the shocking twists that made its predecessor famous and instead offers gentle storytelling set in the same world. The main character is a simple knight who cares for his young squ

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Feb 08 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Food Wraps Shape Our Wallets and the Planet

Food wrappers are more than just a barrier against crumbs. They also carry hidden costs that ripple through society and the environment. Recent research shows that the way we package food is driven by a mix of economic pressures, consumer habits and regulatory rules. By using system‑dynamic models,

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Feb 08 2026CRYPTO

Bithumb’s Bitcoin Blunder: A $44 Billion Slip‑Up

Bithumb, a major South Korean crypto exchange, mistakenly sent out more than 620, 000 Bitcoins during a promotional giveaway. The company intended to reward users with small cash bonuses of about 1. 40 US dollars each, but the system miscalculated and distributed at least 2, 000 Bitcoins per winner.

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Feb 08 2026POLITICS

Election Day in Thailand: Three Parties, One Uncertain Future

Voters in Thailand went to the polls on Sunday for an early general election that looks like a three‑way contest among different political ideas. The main players are the People’s Party, Bhumjaithai, and Pheu Thai, each with a nationwide network and enough support to win seats. The country has 53 mi

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Feb 07 2026POLITICS

Student in Trouble: Why a College Girl Can’t Return Home

A young woman from Honduras is stuck far from her family because of a mistake by U. S. immigration officials. She was a student at Babson College and had been traveling to Texas for Thanksgiving. At the airport she was stopped and sent back to Honduras, even though a judge had said this would

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