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Feb 11 2026SPORTS

Super Bowl 60: A Big TV Hit but Slightly Short of the Record

The biggest football game of the year, Super Bowl LX, attracted a huge crowd on TV and online. NBC and its streaming partner Peacock showed the game, which ended with Seattle beating New England 29‑13. The average viewership was about 125 million people, just a little less than last year’s record of

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Tariffs Hit Households Hard, Costs Rising

A new study shows that American families will see a sharp rise in their grocery bills due to the tariffs imposed by President Trump on imports from more than 180 countries. The report, released by a nonpartisan research group, estimates that the average U. S. household will pay an extra $1, 000 in 2

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Feb 11 2026SPORTS

U. S. Women Crush Canada in Olympic Preliminaries

The U. S. women's hockey squad dominated Canada with a 5‑0 win in the first round of the Winter Games. Coach John Wroblewski told his players that a victory is only part of the climb, hinting at the long road ahead to gold. The match was a showcase for the Americans’ power, who have already wo

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Feb 11 2026HEALTH

Students’ Views on Pre‑Marriage Health Checks in Bangladesh

The study looks at what university students think about pre‑marriage screening in Chattogram, Bangladesh. It focuses on how much they know, their attitudes, and what they feel about the tests that catch genetic or sexually transmitted diseases before couples marry. Many people in Bangladesh sh

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

A New Legal Battle Unfolds for a TV Anchor

Don Lemon, the former CNN host now facing serious legal trouble over a protest at a St. Paul church, has hired a former Minnesota federal prosecutor as his lawyer. The new attorney, Joseph H. Thompson, once led the U. S. Attorney’s Office in Minnesota until he resigned last month along with several

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Feb 10 2026OPINION

Future‑Proof Maine: A New Leader for Change

Maine Republicans stand at a crossroads after two recent defeats in the governor’s race. The party must rethink its strategy if it hopes to win again. A fresh voice has emerged in the primary: Owen McCarthy, who promises bold ideas and a realistic plan for governing. McCarthy’s vision focuses

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

The Hidden Lights That Keep Curling Fair

Curling fans are buzzing again as the Winter Games bring a new twist to the sport. The American duo, Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin, are set to clash with Sweden for the mixed‑doubles gold. A victory would mark the first time the U. S. takes home a medal in this category, which only began in 2018.

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

Montana Politicians Start 2026 Campaigns with Big Cash Advantage

Sen. Steve Daines begins the year with nearly five million dollars ready for use, while Rep. Ryan Zinke has close to three million in hand. Together they hold a comfortable lead over their Democratic opponents, who collectively have just about one‑hundred twenty‑nine thousand dollars. Daines’ 202

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

Water‑Career Scholarship Opens for Students Near Portland

The Portland Water District is inviting students from its service area to apply for the Joseph A. DiPietro Scholarship before March 31. This award supports those aiming to work in fields that help keep water clean and safe. Eligible majors include wastewater treatment, HVAC, electrical work, automat

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

Winter Games Cut Ties With Toxic Wax, Shift Focus to Health

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy marked a historic shift: the top athletes will glide on skis that no longer use fluorinated waxes, chemicals linked to long‑term health risks. For years these substances helped competitors shave milliseconds off their times, but growing awareness of environmental an

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