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Feb 25 2026POLITICS

Orangeburg Talks Safety After Campus Shooting

Orangeburg leaders held a “Safety First” chat to let residents voice worries about safety and ask questions. The meeting happened just weeks after a shooting at South Carolina State University that killed two people and hurt another. An 18‑year‑old was arrested for the crime. City officials

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Feb 25 2026SPORTS

Boozer’s Big‑Hit Boosts Duke’s Rank

Duke’s star freshman, Cameron Boozer, is drawing national attention as a top NBA draft pick. In a recent game at Notre Dame, he scored 24 points while shooting only eight field‑goal attempts. His efficiency earned Duke a 44‑point win, 100–56. Boozer’s scoring came largely from the free‑throw line.

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Feb 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Pixel Launcher Adds Sports and Finance to Your Lock Screen

Pixel users can now see sports scores and stock news right on their lock screen, thanks to a new update that brings two fresh data types into the At a Glance widget. The feature first appeared in early February and is still rolling out, so not every device will see both options at once. When enab

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Feb 25 2026SPORTS

Sports and Climate: A $2. 3 Trillion Risk

The world’s sports industry, worth about $2. 3 trillion this year, is growing fast thanks to events that bring tourists and huge TV audiences. A new study says this growth could be cut sharply by climate change, which also hurts the planet more when sports events burn fuel and waste resources. The

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Feb 25 2026BUSINESS

Future‑Proof Connectivity: Telecom Italia Eyes Premium Plans for Big Events

Telecom Italia is exploring a new way to make money by charging extra for high‑speed internet at large gatherings. In Italy, mobile providers often compete fiercely, offering huge data bundles for very low prices. This price battle has cut profits, so operators are looking for fresh revenue strea

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Feb 25 2026SPORTS

High School Hoops Highlights: Wins, Records and Surprises

In Bay City, the basketball courts were buzzing with victories and milestones on February 24. The Thunderbolts from Mio kept their winning streak alive, beating Hillman 71‑26 and earning a share of the North Star League title. Player Mia McGregor dominated with 52 points, 14 rebounds and 11 block

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Feb 25 2026BUSINESS

Longevity Isn’t a Buzzword—It’s a Business Tool

People in business are listening closely to how staying healthy longer can boost performance today. The buzz about an ageing market has shifted from numbers on a balance sheet to real science that shows how better biology fuels sharper thinking, steadier emotions and faster recovery. The newest i

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Feb 25 2026HEALTH

IUI Success: What Really Matters

Intrauterine insemination, often the first step for couples wanting a baby, shows varied results. Researchers looked at studies from 2000 to 2024 to see why some people do better than others. Age and weight play a big part. A woman who is younger and has a body mass index in the healthy range

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Feb 25 2026BUSINESS

Zappos Drops Big Price Cut on New Balance 530 Sneakers

Zappos is offering a short‑term price drop on the New Balance 530 sneakers. The discount brings the shoe down to $65 from its usual $100 price point. Out of twenty different colorways, thirteen are on sale. The offer lasts only while stock remains, so shoppers should act fast. Customers wh

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Feb 25 2026POLITICS

Casey Means’s Surgeon General Bid: A Wellness Twist on Public Health

Dr. Casey Means, a 38‑year‑old wellness star who runs her own health app and books, will appear before the Senate Health Committee to try for the Surgeon General slot. The hearing was pushed back from October after she went into labor on the day of her original appointment. Means says she wants to

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