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Feb 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Voyager's New Adventure: A Game of Choices and Challenges

A new game is coming out soon. It's called Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown. It's all about making tough choices and managing a spaceship. The game is set in the same universe as the famous TV show, Star Trek: Voyager. Players get to command the U. S. S. Voyager as it travels through a danger

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Feb 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

An Octopus Adventure: Darwin's Journey to the Ocean

A new game is coming out soon! It's called Darwin's Paradox! The game will be available on April 2. It is an adventure game. You play as an octopus named Darwin. He is on a mission to return to the ocean. The game is made by a French indie team called ZDT Studio. It is published by Konami. Yo

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Voting Rules: Who's Really Affected?

In Maryland, voters don't need to show ID when they vote. They only need it to register. This makes Maryland one of 14 states that don't require ID at the polls. Other states do, but some let people skip the photo ID if they have a good reason. Why is this a big deal? Some people think ID rules sto

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Feb 17 2026OPINION

Standing Firm: A Gym Member's Fight for Free Expression

In a bold move, a California gym-goer chose to challenge the growing trend of political intolerance. Katie Zacharia, a loyal member of a local cardio kickboxing gym, found herself at the center of a heated debate when she was asked not to wear her Trump hat during classes. The trouble started when

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

Anchorage School: Where Every Child Finds Their Path

Inlet View Elementary in Anchorage is not just a school; it's a place where kids from all backgrounds come together to learn and grow. The school's teachers and staff work hard to make sure every child gets the support they need to succeed. They don't just teach lessons; they help kids understand th

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Feb 17 2026BUSINESS

Beauty Brands Get a Boost with New Ad Targeting Tool

A big change is happening in the world of online ads. THG, a company known for its beauty websites like Cult Beauty and LOOKFANTASTIC, has teamed up with The Trade Desk. This partnership lets advertisers use THG's customer data to create more personalised ads. What's special here is that advertiser

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Feb 17 2026FINANCE

Tech ETFs: A Look at China's Digital Growth

China's tech scene is booming, and investors are taking notice. Three ETFs stand out: TCHI, CQQQ, and KWEB. Each offers a unique way to invest in China's tech future. TCHI is a solid choice. It follows the MSCI China Technology All Shares Index. This ETF covers a broad range of tech areas. From sof

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Feb 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's Privacy Display: A Sneak Peek into Future Tech

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra is set to introduce a groundbreaking privacy display feature. This innovation aims to shield sensitive content from side views, ensuring that only the person directly in front of the screen can see it. Interestingly, this technology is not limited to smartphones.

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Feb 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Christine Dunbar Joins SkyWater to Boost Sales and Tech Growth

SkyWater Technology has just welcomed Christine Dunbar as their new senior vice president of sales and solutions engineering. This move is part of their plan to grow faster and serve more customers. Dunbar will work closely with President and COO John Sakamoto to make this happen. Dunbar is no stra

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Feb 17 2026CRIME

Ecuador's Prisons: A Growing Crisis Behind Bars

Ecuador's prisons are in deep trouble. The number of deaths inside them is rising fast. In 2025, 1, 220 inmates died. That's a huge jump from previous years. Violence is part of the problem. Gang fights and other violent acts killed at least 206 people. That's four times more than the year before.

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