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Feb 13 2026FINANCE

What's Next for Restaurant Business Loans?

Whole business securitizations (WBS) are a big deal in the restaurant industry. They help businesses get loans by bundling together their future earnings. But these loans come with a deadline, called an anticipated repayment date (ARD). This is when the business must pay back the loan, usually by ge

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Feb 13 2026CRIME

A Brooklyn Rooftop Tragedy: The Life and Legacy of Everet Goldberg

In the heart of Brooklyn, an 81-year-old man lost his life on a cold rooftop. Everet Goldberg, a long-time resident of a six-story building, was found dead on the roof of his apartment building. He had been trying to cross the icy roof to avoid using the broken elevator on his side of the building.

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Foreign Money in U. S. Colleges: A New Look at the Numbers

U. S. universities have just released a fresh list showing that more than five billion dollars flowed from overseas donors and contracts in 2025. The data is part of a broader effort by the current administration to shine a light on foreign influence in higher education. The list spots big names

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Michigan Bounces Back: Five Lessons from the Northwestern Comeback

The Wolverines made a big comeback against the Wildcats, winning 87‑75. They moved to 23‑1 overall and 13‑1 in the Big Ten. They lost early, trailing by 16 points, but they kept fighting. They ended the game with an energetic run that left the Wildcats stunned. One key lesson is not to ignore

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Pac‑12 Football Gets a Fresh Start in 2026

The Pac‑12 conference is stepping into a new era with a brand‑new lineup of teams for the 2026 season. Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, San Diego State, Utah State and Texas State will join the league, boosting its membership from eight to twelve teams. Conference play kicks off on Octo

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Feb 12 2026CRIME

Police Grab Lost Home‑Cam Footage: How the FBI Got the Video

The mystery of Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance has taken a new turn when police finally accessed the video from her doorbell camera, which was earlier declared lost. The FBI released footage showing a masked figure near the house on Tuesday. Earlier, officials said the camera had been taken off its

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Grand Blanc Schools Dive Into Charity

Grand Blanc students and teachers made a big splash for a good cause. On February 10, about one hundred people gathered at Don Batchelor Field to jump into cold water and raise money for Special Olympics Michigan. The event, called the Polar Plunge, is a popular fundraiser that encourages ever

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Kyrgyzstan’s Power Shift: A New Face in Security

The chair of Kyrgyzstan’s parliament stepped down on Thursday, and several people who had supported the former head of security were taken into custody. This move comes after President Sadyr Japarov decided to remove the former security chief, Kamchybek Tashiev, who had been a key ally of his. Th

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Feb 12 2026HEALTH

Vaping Habits Among Mexican‑American College Students: A Fresh Look

The study explores why many Mexican‑American students in college vape, using a well-known psychology framework that looks at how people learn from each other and their surroundings. Researchers gathered stories and observations to see how personal confidence, beliefs about vaping, and expectations o

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Minnesota’s Immigration Agent Pull‑Back: A Shift in Enforcement

A new phase has begun for immigration enforcement in Minnesota. Earlier this year, a large group of armed agents—about 3, 000 people—was sent to Minneapolis and surrounding areas under a program called Operation Metro Surge. These agents wore face masks and military‑style uniforms, sparking pr

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