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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Mexico Stands by Cuba Amid U. S. Pressure

Two ships from Mexico arrived in Havana Harbor on a Thursday morning. They were loaded with supplies to help people in Cuba. This happened after the U. S. said it would punish countries that send oil to Cuba. One of the ships, the Papaloapan, had big packages on its deck. It sailed past the old El

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Feb 13 2026CRIME

Eddie Coyle: A Boston Tale of Crime and Conversation

Eddie Coyle, known as Eddie Fingers, isn't your typical criminal mastermind. He's a small-time Boston thief with a knack for getting into trouble. His fingers were once crushed in a desk drawer by an unhappy client, and he's always on the lookout for the next big score. But Eddie's luck is running t

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Feb 13 2026CELEBRITIES

How Halle Berry's Sticky Notes Led to Love

Halle Berry, known for her roles in action-packed films, has a surprising story about how she met her partner, Van Hunt. It all started with sticky notes and a lot of patience. Berry shared that she spent years writing down what she wanted in a partner. She was very specific about the qualities she

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Feb 13 2026CRIME

Guard's Role in New Orleans: More Than Just Numbers

New Orleans has seen a drop in crime. The Louisiana National Guard is taking some credit. They say their presence has helped local police. The Guard has been in the city since New Year's Eve. They will stay until the end of February. The Guard's work includes helping with big events. They were ther

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

D. C. Takes Bold Step to Protect Renters from Exploitative Landlords

In a surprising move, Washington, D. C. is using a powerful law meant for organized crime to tackle a different kind of wrongdoing: bad landlords. The city's attorney general has filed a lawsuit against a family accused of running a shady business that provides terrible living conditions to low-inco

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

FBI's Secret Checks Raise Questions

A recent government report, not meant for public eyes, shows the FBI did over 1, 000 secret checks. These checks were on religious groups, journalists, officials, and politicians. The FBI did these checks without any proof of crime. The report was made in January 2026 and was supposed to be destroye

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Feb 13 2026HEALTH

Can Blood Tests Predict Pregnancy Complications?

Researchers in Sweden are looking into whether blood tests can help predict pregnancy complications, specifically preeclampsia, which is a type of high blood pressure during pregnancy. They are focusing on a specific time frame, between 24 and 29 weeks of pregnancy. The goal is to find out if certai

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Feb 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Trump's Climate Change Rollback: A Step Back for America

The U. S. government has taken a significant step back in its efforts to address climate change. The Trump administration has reversed a longstanding scientific conclusion that greenhouse gas emissions pose a serious threat to public health and welfare. This decision, known as the repeal of the enda

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Feb 13 2026LIFESTYLE

Keeping Up the Good Work: The Secret to Building Lasting Habits

Ever wondered why some people stick to their goals while others give up quickly? The answer might lie in something called a streak. You know, like when you play a game and try not to break your winning streak. It turns out, this idea can be applied to real life too. People who manage to keep up wit

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Feb 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Google's Big AI Upgrade: What's New and Who Can Use It?

Google has just given its Gemini 3 Deep Think model a serious boost. This isn't just a minor update; it's a major improvement, especially for tasks like science, coding, research, and engineering. The upgraded model is now available in the Gemini app, but only for those with a Google AI Ultra subscr

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