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Feb 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Tech Takes Center Stage: A Look at the Dark Side of Innovation

Tech is everywhere, even in theater. Two recent plays in Boston show how tech can be scary. In one, a worker has to watch and remove bad stuff from the internet. It's a tough job. The other play is about the future. It's about a time when humans are gone. AI is showing what humans were like. It's li

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Feb 14 2026BUSINESS

Funko's Financial Flexibility Gets a Boost

Funko is making some big moves to keep their financial game strong. They just tweaked their credit deal, pushing the due date to the end of 2027. This isn't just about extra time; it's about giving them room to grow and breathe. The company had to make some adjustments to the terms, but it seems li

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Feb 14 2026TECHNOLOGY

Earbuds Face-Off: Sony, Bose, and Apple Go Head-to-Head

Sony's new WF-1000XM6 earbuds have shaken up the high-end earbud market. These earbuds boast better sound, noise cancellation, and battery life than their predecessors. But how do they stack up against the big names like Bose and Apple? First, let's talk money. Sony's WF-1000XM6 earbuds cost $330.

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Feb 14 2026HEALTH

Eating Right: How Food Choices Can Add Years to Your Life

People often wonder if what they eat can really make a big difference in how long they live. A recent study looked at how different eating habits affect life expectancy. Researchers studied over 100, 000 people from the UK Biobank. They followed these people for about 10. 6 years and tracked how man

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Feb 14 2026HEALTH

RFK Jr. 's Year at HHS: A Rocky Road for American Health

A year ago, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took the helm of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), promising transparency and support for science. However, his tenure has been anything but smooth. Kennedy, known for his environmental law background and vaccine skepticism, made bold claims d

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Feb 14 2026HEALTH

Friendship's Hidden Health Perks: The Galentine's Day Effect

Galentine's Day, a concept born from a TV show, has grown into a day dedicated to celebrating friendships. It's not just about fun; it's about boosting health. Strong friendships do more than make life enjoyable. They actively improve well-being. Studies show these bonds reduce stress and inflammati

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Feb 14 2026SCIENCE

NASA's Science Missions Face Unexpected Funding Freeze

NASA has been asked to hit the brakes on spending for over 15 science projects. This pause comes from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), even though Congress recently approved a budget that restored NASA's funding. The projects on hold include some big names, like the Chandra X-Ray Observato

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Feb 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Vacaville's Plan to Liven Up Downtown with Alcohol-Friendly Zones

Vacaville is thinking about setting up special areas downtown where people can drink alcohol in public. This idea comes from a new state law that lets cities do this. The goal is to make downtown more lively and help local businesses. Other places, like Sacramento and Loomis, have already started d

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Feb 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood's Big Boss Talks Movies and More

Donna Langley, a top executive at NBCUniversal, is set to receive the BAFTA Fellowship, a big honor in the film industry. She's the first Hollywood studio boss to get this award, which usually goes to actors and directors. Langley is excited about this recognition and sees it as a way to represent t

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Feb 14 2026POLITICS

RFK Jr. 's Unfiltered Confessions Raise Eyebrows

RFK Jr. has been making waves with his candid podcast appearances. He's been sharing some pretty wild stories, like his 14-year heroin addiction and his fearless attitude during the COVID-19 pandemic. But it was his admission about snorting cocaine off toilet seats that really got people talking. M

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