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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Former Senator Steps Down From Clean‑Energy Firm Over Past Email Ties

Bob Kerrey, who once led Nebraska as a U. S. senator and later served as its governor, has left the board of Monolith, a state‑based clean‑energy startup. The move follows the release of Department of Justice documents that show Kerrey met and emailed Jeffrey Epstein more than ten years ago. Kerr

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Feb 25 2026EDUCATION

Teacher Wins Big Prize for Inspiring Students

A private school teacher in Los Angeles has been honored with a national teaching award that comes with a $25, 000 cash prize. The award, known as the “Oscar of Teaching, ” is given to educators who show exceptional skill and passion in the classroom. Only two teachers in California received this aw

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Feb 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Silicon Valley’s Wake‑Up Call: Why Apple and Others Are Rethinking Taiwan

Apple’s chief, Tim Cook, was one of a small group of tech leaders who got an inside look at the CIA’s fear that China might try to take Taiwan by 2027. The meeting, held in a secure room near Silicon Valley in July 2023, was set up because the U. S. commerce secretary at the time wanted the industry

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Trump Faces Low Economy Ratings Ahead of State‑of‑the‑Union

The upcoming State‑of‑the‑Union will see President Trump stepping onto a stage where many voters doubt his economic leadership. In his first term, he held steady or high approval on the economy, but since returning to office, those numbers have slipped. Many Americans blame rising costs and feel the

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Feb 24 2026SCIENCE

New Paths for Carbon Capture: Polymer Membranes That Work

Polymer membranes are becoming a key tool for removing CO₂ from industrial gases, but they still face hurdles. The main challenge is balancing how fast the gas moves through the film, how well it can be separated from other gases, how stable the material stays over time, and whether it can be made a

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Feb 24 2026EDUCATION

Parents Say College Payoff Is Real

The latest study from a consulting group that works with nonprofit schools shows most parents think their child’s college expense was worth it. In the survey, 83 % of parents agreed that the money spent on their child’s education paid off. A few parents said they would have made the same choic

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Feb 24 2026CELEBRITIES

Lisa Rinna’s Party Incident Sparks Rumors of Drugging

Lisa Rinna reported that she may have been drugged at the premiere of “The Traitors” Season 4 on January 8. Witnesses say that her co‑star Colton Underwood noticed she was unusually intoxicated, even though he had been with her all night and believed she hadn’t consumed much. Concerned, Colton ale

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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

Gunner Rivers Chooses NC State, Following Dad’s Legacy

A four‑star quarterback from Fairhope, Alabama, Gunner Rivers has decided to play for NC State, echoing his father Philip Rivers’ 2000 commitment. He turned down offers from Auburn, Georgia, Miami, Boston College and others to join the Wolf Pack. Gunner’s high school career was stellar: in his ju

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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 18 2026EDUCATION

A Bachelor’s Degree Still Matters – Just Think Differently

College grads today face a new challenge: machines can do many tasks, so people ask if the old four‑year degree still counts. The chatter on social media often paints a bleak picture, claiming that degrees are “useless” or “out of date. ” These loud warnings can mislead families who wonder if they

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