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Feb 25 2026WEATHER

Storm Names and the Power of Words

A big winter wind hit New England this week, and people called it a “nor’easter. ” The term comes from the wind that blows in from the northeast, turning as it moves up the coast. Meteorologists also described the event as a “bomb cyclone” and a “blizzard, ” but those labels carry specific scientifi

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Feb 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tecnotree Snags Two Big Wins at the 2026 Asian Telecom Awards

Tecnotree, a company that builds AI‑powered tools for telecoms, was named the best AI initiative and the best digital initiative in the United Arab Emirates at this year’s Asian Telecom Awards. The award shows how the company’s technology can change customer interactions and launch new brands quickl

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Feb 25 2026POLITICS

Utah University Ends Link With Diversity Group Over Racial Rules

The University of Utah has cut ties with a nonprofit that helps underrepresented students earn business doctorates. The move comes after the Department of Education looked into 45 schools for alleged racial preferences in their programs. The agency said Utah and others might have broken Title 

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Feb 25 2026POLITICS

Iran and U. S. Ready for New Talks in Geneva

Iran believes the upcoming meeting with the United States can lead to a positive result, according to President Masoud Pezeshkian. A delegation headed by Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is heading to Geneva for discussions about Tehran’s nuclear program. The U. S. delegation will include envoy Ste

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Feb 25 2026POLITICS

A Swamp‑Style Showdown Against Trump

The event, called the “State of the Swamp, ” drew a lively crowd that wore green outfits and frog‑themed costumes, echoing the swamp motif. Some speakers even sported frog hats to match. Political leaders joined the protest, including Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and

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Feb 25 2026HEALTH

Learning to Listen: How Coaching Changed Feeding in Child Care

In child care, teachers often decide when a child should eat, even if the child is already full or hungry. This study looked at whether coaching could help teachers better notice and respond to kids’ real hunger cues. The program, called CELEBRATE Feeding, ran for six months in eight centers locat

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Feb 25 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Stories Unpacked After Epstein Documents Surface

The release of the so‑called “Epstein Files” has sparked a wave of public statements from several well‑known figures. The documents, which were gradually made available by the U. S. Justice Department after Epstein’s 2019 arrest and subsequent death, list names that range from actors to philanthropi

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Feb 25 2026HEALTH

Semaglutide Talks on X: Who Says What and Why

People often turn to the internet for health advice, and X has become a hub where users talk about their experiences with semaglutide, a popular weight‑loss and diabetes drug. The chatter on this platform offers clues about how different groups of people feel about the medication. While thousands o

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Feb 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities Celebrate Their Birthday on February 25, 2026

This day brings a mix of seasoned actors and rising stars into the spotlight. One notable figure, a beloved actress known for her roles in comedy and drama, turns fifty this year. Her recent appearance on a popular sci‑fi anthology series added fresh intrigue to her career. Across the industr

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Feb 25 2026POLITICS

Healthcare Costs and Insurance Rules: A Fresh Look

In the United States, health care spending is huge—about one‑fifth of all money made in the country. Prices for hospitals, doctors and drugs are far higher than in other rich nations. Simple changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) will not fix this. Before the ACA, insurance rules were chaotic. So

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