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Feb 15 2026SPORTS

College Sports in a New Money Game

Washington State University is now part of a fast‑moving world where athletes can earn money and transfer schools at will. The old rules that kept players in one place for years have been replaced by a free‑market system. Players can now enter the transfer portal and move whenever they want, as long

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Peace After a Tragic Fight

"The death of a 23‑year‑old activist after a violent beating has sparked heated debate across France. The young man, who was present to support a protest group, fell into a coma after the attack and later died on Saturday. The incident happened outside a talk by Rima Hassan, a member of the Europe

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Feb 15 2026LIFESTYLE

A Surprise Valentine: Love, Health, and Everyday Humor

It is rare to find a moment that feels like the right time and place for love. A woman who usually keeps her private life close to her chest has a secret she saved for herself. Now, on Valentine’s Day weekend, she finally shares it. She met a man after a work meeting with an older gentleman w

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Feb 15 2026BUSINESS

Oregon’s Small Businesses Face a New Bankruptcy Surge

The state has seen a sharp rise in company bankruptcies, climbing 25 % last year to the highest level since 2013. Nationwide, many people and firms are filing for bankruptcy, but Oregon’s rate is almost four times faster than the national average. High interest rates and inflation are squeezin

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Sudden Air Strikes in Gaza Claim Nine Lives

Nine people lost their lives after Israeli aircraft targeted areas in northern and southern Gaza. In the north, a tent camp that sheltered displaced families was struck. Four residents were killed there. In the south, a strike hit Khan Younis and caused five deaths. Israeli officials say they

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Feb 15 2026LIFESTYLE

Building Real Friendships: A Simple Story and Key Lessons

A farmer in a quiet village wanted to meet his neighbors, so he set up a big meal and asked his daughter to invite everyone. Instead of shouting about the feast, she ran out yelling that a fire had broken out and begged for help. A few neighbors came because they were ready to aid her, while others

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Feb 15 2026BUSINESS

A Luggage Dream That Fell Flat

The seventh season of the popular business show came in 2015, and among the hopefuls was a pair who called their suitcase “Trunkster. ” The idea was simple: a bag that rolls up and down, has a USB port, can be tracked with GPS, and even weighs itself. It was expensive – about $500 – but the founders

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Feb 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

AI Makes Hollywood Old News

The world of film is changing fast. A new kind of artificial intelligence can create full movies from a simple description in just minutes, and it costs only pennies to run. This means that making a movie no longer needs huge budgets, large crews or big studios. Early demos show the power of this t

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Feb 15 2026FINANCE

Stocks that Let You Earn While Watching the Market Move

In today’s market, picking the right shares is more important than simply buying an index. Two companies stand out for investors who want to earn extra cash through options while keeping their risk in check. One of them is a cybersecurity firm that has bounced back from a long decline. After months

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Feb 15 2026SPORTS

Kane Hits 500 Goals, New Record‑Breaking Possibilities Ahead

Harry Kane has become the first English player to score 500 goals in professional matches, a landmark he achieved with two goals against Werder Bremen. He already tops the list of English scorers, surpassing Jimmy Greaves’ 474‑goal record in December. In just the first half of the season, he has net

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