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Feb 17 2026CRIME

Neighbors Take Action: How a Small Community Thwarted Crime with Signs and Cameras

Valley Glen, a quiet part of the San Fernando Valley, has seen its residents step up to keep their streets safe. Facing a surge of break‑ins linked to gangs from South America, homeowners installed 22 warning signs and set up infrared license‑plate readers plus video cameras. The initiative reported

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Global Minds Meet at IMF and World Bank Spring Gatherings

Foreign Policy hosts a series of meetings that bring together experts from around the world. These events focus on the latest crises, trends, and political shifts that shape our planet. The goal is to give people a clear view of what’s happening and why it matters. The meetings are held during the

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Feb 17 2026HEALTH

Unani Medicine: A Timeless Approach to Health

Unani medicine, a practice with roots in ancient Greece and Arabia, is all about stopping sickness before it starts. It's not just about treating one person at a time. It's about keeping whole communities healthy. This system has been around for ages. Yet, its ideas are not often used in today's hea

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Feb 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Joliet's Cultural Cash Conundrum: Can They Strike the Right Balance?

Joliet is stepping up its cultural game, but money matters are complicating things. The city is rolling out the red carpet for performers, musicians, and educators to enliven City Square and Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park. However, the big question is: how much can Joliet really afford to pay the

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

Delaware's Future Educators and Artists Shine Bright

Delaware is buzzing with excitement as young minds showcase their talents and ambitions in various fields. The University of Delaware recently hosted nearly 400 students from across the state, all eager to explore careers in education. This event, known as the Delaware Educators Rising conference, w

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Feb 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Unraveling Cold Cases: A Cop's New Adventure

A former police captain has stepped into the world of writing. He has created a new book series. The first book is called \"Knights on the Graveyard Watch. \" It is set in a fictional city in western Pennsylvania. The story revolves around two officers. One is an experienced cop named Danilo Venko.

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Feb 16 2026SPORTS

Weekend of Hoops and Stars: NBA All-Star Extravaganza in Inglewood

The NBA All-Star weekend just wrapped up in Inglewood, and it was a star-studded event. The new Intuit Dome, home of the Clippers, hosted the festivities for the first time. The weekend kicked off with the celebrity game on Friday. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Anthony Anderson led their respective team

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Feb 15 2026OPINION

Kansas Tax Cuts Show Why Spending Matters

In 2012, Kansas lawmakers slashed income‑tax brackets and even set the rate for many small businesses to zero. The plan sounded like a boost for growth, but it left the state’s coffers thin. By 2014, general‑fund receipts had dropped by about $600 million – a hit that the state could not recover wit

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Feb 15 2026SCIENCE

Brain‑Speed Games Cut Dementia Risk by a Quarter

A long study followed almost 3, 000 older adults for twenty years. Only one type of brain exercise stood out: “speed training. ” These games asked participants to spot and move on visual clues quickly. Those who did the initial five‑week program and then had refresher sessions at about one

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Feb 15 2026SPORTS

Caleb Williams Drops Big in Celebrity Basketball Shoot‑Contest

A rookie NFL star known for his touchdown throws tried his hand at basketball during a side event of the NBA All‑Star weekend. The game, designed for fans to see celebrities and influencers take shots from beyond the arc, gathered six names: Caleb Williams, Druski, former NBA guard Richard Jefferson

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