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Feb 18 2026CRIME

A Wrongful Prison Sentence Over a Natural Drug

Ameen Alai, a father and body‑building coach, was sentenced to four years in federal prison on September 16, 2025. The charge was a single count of felony drug distribution, even though he never sold or handed out the drug in question. That drug was ibogaine, a plant‑derived alkaloid that some peopl

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Health Boost Video Features Kid Rock and RFK Jr. in a Gym‑Sauna Adventure

The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services launched a new wellness message by pairing singer Kid Rock with former senator Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The duo appeared shirtless in an Instagram clip that shows them working out, eating homemade meals, and relaxing in a sauna and cold plunge. They als

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

A Science Teacher's Journey to Inspire Young Minds

Danielle Jo White Yelito, a dedicated educator from Massachusetts, has earned a prestigious spot in the 2026 Educator Ambassador program with the Science Communication Lab. This initiative empowers teachers to bring real-world science and storytelling into their classrooms, making learning more enga

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Feb 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Super Bowl 60 Ads: AI, Celebs and a Heartfelt Twist

The big game draws more than 120 million eyes, so brands are sparking a fireworks show off the field. This year’s lineup leans heavily on tech, health and nostalgia while keeping tone light amid recent news storms. Artificial‑intelligence firms dominate the billboards, with startups like Anthropi

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Jan 28 2026EDUCATION

School Smells and Calendar Shifts: What's Up in Stonington?

At a recent meeting, the Stonington Board of Education had a lot on their plate. They approved the school calendar for 2026-27, but that wasn't the only thing they talked about. There were some serious concerns about the West Vine Street School, especially about bad smells that have been bothering p

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Jan 24 2026CRIME

Swiss Court Frees Bar Owner After Deadly Fire: Italy Outraged

Italy is furious. The country's leaders are not happy with a Swiss court's decision. The court freed a bar owner on bail. This man is linked to a New Year's Eve fire. The fire killed 40 people and hurt over 100. Many of the injured were young. The bar owner, Jacques Moretti, and his wife are being

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Jan 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Ben Stiller and Benson Boone: A Funny Super Bowl Ad for Instacart

Ben Stiller and Benson Boone are teaming up for a quirky Super Bowl commercial. They are playing as brothers with strong accents and dressed like a singing duo from the 1970s. The ad is directed by Spike Jonze. This is Instacart's second year in a row advertising during the Super Bowl. Last year, I

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Jan 22 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Bill: Trump's Push, Coinbase's Pull

President Donald Trump is eager to sign a major crypto market structure bill soon, he said. This bill could open new doors for financial freedom, he believes. He mentioned this during a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos. He even threw in a casual \"Bitcoin, all of them\" for good measure.

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Jan 21 2026LIFESTYLE

Fighting the Freeze: NYC Workers Share Their Winter Hustle

New York City workers are tough. They don't let freezing temperatures stop them from doing their jobs. On a particularly cold day, vendors, dog walkers, and pedicab drivers braved the bitter cold to make a living. Duane Jackson, a 75-year-old street vendor, sold hats, scarves, and gloves in midtown

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Jan 20 2026HEALTH

Why Your Deodorant Struggles in Winter

People often think winter is a breeze for deodorant. After all, it's cold, so less sweating, right? Wrong. Winter can actually make body odor worse. Here's why. First, sweat doesn't disappear in winter. Your body still sweats to regulate temperature. But in winter, that sweat gets trapped under lay

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