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Feb 23 2026SCIENCE

Brain Networks Rewire as Mice Learn to Tell Visual Signals Apart

Mice were trained to decide whether a picture meant “go” or “no‑go. ” Scientists recorded the electrical activity of single neurons in ten brain areas for weeks. They used ultra‑flexible wires that stayed attached to the mice’s heads, so they could watch how each region talked to the others du

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Feb 23 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrating Stars on February 23

February 23 marks a special day for many actors, singers and musicians. The birthday list is packed with familiar names that have entertained audiences in film, television and music. At the top of the list is Kristin Davis, who turns 61 today. She made a memorable appearance in the 2006 remake of

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Feb 23 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Careers Stuck in a Bad Loop

A new online discussion sparked by a curious user asked which famous people have suffered lasting damage to their reputations that never fully healed. The thread grew to thousands of comments, each pointing out names that many believe were harmed by rumors, media attacks, or bad timing. Some actors

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Feb 23 2026POLITICS

Students Stand Up in Tehran While U. S. Eyes Escalation

In Tehran, a new wave of student protests has begun to unfold after the government’s harsh crackdown earlier this year. For three consecutive days, students at major universities have taken to the streets, chanting slogans and demanding change. At Tehran University, voices rose against the regime’s

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Feb 23 2026POLITICS

Spain Opens Old Files About 1981 Coup

Spain is set to release documents about a failed coup in 1981 that almost toppled its young democracy. The move follows many people asking for more information. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said the files will be declassified. He called it a way to pay back a historical debt and let citizens see th

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Feb 23 2026HEALTH

Check Your Freezer: Trader Joe’s Chicken Fried Rice Recall

A sudden recall has hit a popular frozen dish. Trader Joe’s is pulling its chicken fried rice from stores nationwide. The problem? Small glass pieces might be hidden inside the rice. Four shoppers spotted shards in their bags. No one was hurt, but the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) says

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Feb 23 2026POLITICS

Supreme Court Declines to Reopen NRA’s Free‑Speech Case Against Former NY Official

The U. S. Supreme Court chose not to bring the National Rifle Association’s lawsuit back into play after a lower court once again dismissed it. The case centers on Maria Vullo, who served as the head of New York’s Department of Financial Services. The NRA claims that she pressured banks and in

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Feb 23 2026POLITICS

Voter ID Rules: Why a Federal Bill Might Backfire in Alaska

The idea of keeping elections fair is clear, but the way a new federal law would shape voting in Alaska raises big questions. The SAVE America Act wants the government to set the exact documents people need to show when they sign up or cast a ballot. It also plans to send each state’s voter list

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Feb 23 2026POLITICS

Science and Health in Chaos

The past year has seen science and medicine tangled in a web of political decisions that leave many questions unanswered. Governments have cut funding for research, sending scientists and universities into a crisis of trust and resources. Key agencies that once guided public health have been r

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Feb 23 2026TECHNOLOGY

Arctic Drone Race: Why NATO Must Catch Up

NATO’s plans to protect the far‑north are catching up to Russia’s rapid drone growth. Russia has built a huge fleet of unmanned aircraft and sea‑borne drones, learning from the war in Ukraine. Their new units fly across the Northern Sea Route and support missiles, surveillance, and even strike m

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