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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

French Embassy Cuts Ties with U. S. Envoy Over Missed Meeting

The United States lost an important diplomatic link after its ambassador to Paris failed to attend a crucial meeting with French officials. The event was set to address the U. S. response to the death of a far‑right activist, Quentin Deranque, who was killed during a protest in Lyon. The ambassador’

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Feb 24 2026BUSINESS

Gilead’s $7. 8 B Move Boosts Arcellx’s Stock

Arcellx’s share price has jumped sharply after Gilead Sciences announced a $7. 8 billion investment in the company’s partner drug, targeting a specific cancer type. The deal signals strong confidence from a major biotech player and lifts expectations for the drug’s future success. The partnership c

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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

A Low‑Scoring Showdown: Houston vs. Kansas

The Big 12 matchup tonight pits the defensive stalwart Houston Cougars against the equally tough Kansas Jayhawks. Both teams prioritize stopping the other, so fans can expect a slow‑paced battle with few easy baskets. Houston’s offense relies on half‑court sets and strong rebounding, while Kansas bo

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Feb 24 2026WEATHER

Heavy Snow Hits Northeast, Cities Push Residents to Clear Paths

A massive snowstorm has dumped more than three feet of ice‑packed flakes in parts of the Northeast, breaking old snowfall records and forcing towns to mobilize. In Rhode Island, a single storm has surpassed the 1978 blizzard that claimed 100 lives, with T. F. Green Airport recording 32. 8 inches of

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Feb 23 2026WEATHER

Snowstorm Hits New Jersey: Schools Canceled and Power Lost

The state of New Jersey is dealing with a huge blizzard that dumped more than a foot of snow across the area, and in some places even two feet. The heavy snowfall has forced many school districts to close schools or start the day later on Tuesday, February 24. The National Weather Service warned tha

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Feb 23 2026BUSINESS

Local Hardware Shop Shuts Doors After 53 Years

A longtime fixture in Mountain View will close its doors this summer, ending 53 years of service to the community. The shop had survived the pandemic as an essential business, but its fortunes slipped sharply once restrictions eased. The owner noted that each year brought fewer sales. Customers who

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Feb 23 2026POLITICS

Texas Schools Face Record‑High Choice Rush

Parents across Texas are lining up to send their children into a new state‑run program that lets them pick schools beyond their local district. The system, called Texas Education Freedom Accounts, launched with a $1 billion seed fund and has already received more than 118, 000 applications. The dead

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Feb 23 2026POLITICS

Education Dept. Outsources Jobs to State and Health Agencies

The U. S. Department of Education has begun handing over parts of its work to other federal bodies, a move that aims to reduce the size and reach of the education agency. Two new agreements were announced, each giving a different department specific duties that used to belong to Education. One part

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Feb 23 2026EDUCATION

Small School, Big Impact

A new learning hub is opening its doors for kids in Ogle and Lee counties who need a different classroom vibe. The place is called the Chana Education Center, and it’s built to help students who face anxiety, trauma, or learning differences thrive. Instead of a huge lecture hall, Chana offers a t

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Feb 23 2026TECHNOLOGY

Building Stronger Materials for the Future

A San Diego company is stepping up its game in producing tough materials that can survive extreme heat, radiation and stress. The firm, General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Oak Ridge National Laboratory. This partnership aims to speed up the creation

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