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Feb 16 2026HEALTH

How Heat Boosts Blood Flow Without Stressing the Heart

Ever wondered why you feel your heart pumping harder when you're hot? It's not just your heart working overtime. Heat can make blood flow better in certain body parts. But how? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at how heat affects blood flow in different arteries. They did tests on eight h

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Feb 15 2026CRIME

A Night of Stops, Searches and No Arrests

Police in Tucson carried out a big operation last Friday night after the 84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie vanished from her home on February 1. The sheriff’s office said a man was stopped near a Culver’s parking lot, handcuffed and later released. He had been involved in a traffic stop that was linked to a

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Feb 15 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Leaders Shift to AI: Is the Crypto Scene in Danger?

In early 2026, several well‑known crypto figures announced they were leaving or changing focus. Akshay BD said he was ready to hand over the torch after five years with Solana’s ecosystem. Anthony Rose moved on from zkSync after four years at Matter Labs. Nader Dabit switched from Eigen Labs to a ne

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Feb 15 2026BUSINESS

American Solar Factory: A New Path to Lower Energy Bills

Dan Barcelo, the chief executive of T1 Energy, told a news event that making solar panels in the United States can help cut electricity costs and bring jobs back to America. He highlighted how his company’s Texas plant, which produces about ten percent of all U. S. solar panels, employs more than 1,

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Feb 15 2026SCIENCE

Aging Star Sends Out a Cosmic Valentine

In a cosmic twist, a star has been caught sending out a heart-shaped cloud of dust and gas. This star, Mira A, is not just any star. It's a red giant, and it's part of a binary system with a white dwarf called Mira B. Both stars are located in the constellation Cetus, about 300 light-years from Eart

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Feb 15 2026HEALTH

Helping Hearts with Tiny Holes: A Fresh Look at Fontan Fixes

The Fontan operation is a big deal for kids with certain heart defects. It helps them live longer, but sometimes, it doesn't work perfectly. When this happens, doctors have a tough time fixing it, especially when the lungs have too much resistance. One idea is to use a machine to help the heart pum

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Feb 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Solar Power at Home: What You Need to Know Before Making the Switch

Solar power is a big deal these days. People want to go green and save money. But before you jump on the solar bandwagon, there are some things you should think about. First, solar power isn't always cheaper. Yes, it's good for the planet, but it can be pricey upfront. You might not see savings for

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Feb 15 2026EDUCATION

From Football Field to Global Stage: Camden Dempsey's Journey

Camden Dempsey, a former Colorado Buffaloes long snapper, is making waves beyond the football field. Known as "The Governor, " Dempsey has been selected as a Schwarzman Scholar for the class of 2026-27. This prestigious fellowship offers a fully funded master's degree in Global Affairs at Tsinghua U

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Feb 14 2026CRYPTO

Crypto and Banks: Can They Share the Pie?

The crypto world and traditional banks are at odds over stablecoin yields. But a White House adviser says this doesn't have to be a zero-sum game. Patrick Witt thinks both sides can find common ground. Stablecoins are digital currencies pegged to traditional assets like the US dollar. Crypto compan

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Feb 14 2026HEALTH

Unseen Link: Autoimmune Diseases and Brain Bleeds

Researchers have long known that autoimmune diseases can raise the risk of heart problems. But what about brain bleeds? Specifically, a type called subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH). It's rare but can be very serious. A recent study tried to find out if autoimmune diseases might play a role in causing S

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