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Feb 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Fresh Hangout Below The Forge

In late January, a new spot opened in downtown Salem’s historic building known as The Forge. The venue sits on the basement floor at 285 Liberty St. NE and offers a relaxed space for gatherings of all kinds. The owner, Nat Borchers, runs Back Line Real Estate and co‑owns The Forge. He used to play

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

A Quiet Town Stands Together After Tragedy

In the small community of Tumbler Ridge, located deep in British Columbia’s Rocky Mountains, leaders from across Canada gathered to honor those lost in a recent shooting that shocked the nation. Prime Minister Mark Carney, along with opposition figures Pierre Poilievre and Yves‑François Blanchet, pu

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Mexico Stands by Cuba Amid U. S. Pressure

Two ships from Mexico arrived in Havana Harbor on a Thursday morning. They were loaded with supplies to help people in Cuba. This happened after the U. S. said it would punish countries that send oil to Cuba. One of the ships, the Papaloapan, had big packages on its deck. It sailed past the old El

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Feb 13 2026EDUCATION

Clairton's Creative Shift: From Football Fame to Future Makers

Clairton, a small town in Pennsylvania, is known for its strong football team, the Bears. But now, the town is trying something new to help its students. The Clairton City School District has started a program called Beartopia. It's a fun way to teach kids about leadership, responsibility, and creat

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Feb 13 2026SCIENCE

How People's Minds Shape Gender Bias in Leadership

Gender bias in leadership evaluations is a complex issue. It's not just about the leaders themselves. It's about the people doing the evaluating. Over time, studies have looked at this problem from many angles. But the results are often mixed. Sometimes women leaders face unfair penalties. Other tim

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Feb 13 2026BUSINESS

Small Businesses: A New Era of Ownership

In the United States, a significant change is happening in the small-business world. Many business owners, especially those from the baby boomer generation, are getting ready to retire. This means that a lot of businesses will soon need new owners. These businesses are important because they provide

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Feb 13 2026CRIME

A Brooklyn Rooftop Tragedy: The Life and Legacy of Everet Goldberg

In the heart of Brooklyn, an 81-year-old man lost his life on a cold rooftop. Everet Goldberg, a long-time resident of a six-story building, was found dead on the roof of his apartment building. He had been trying to cross the icy roof to avoid using the broken elevator on his side of the building.

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Neighbors Fight Back as ICE Stalks Minneapolis

Minneapolis is no longer the quiet city many thought it was. A few blocks can feel normal, but behind that calm a tense watch is happening every day. Federal agents show up in plain clothes and blend into neighborhoods, making people feel watched even though they are not everywhere at once. The fear

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

When a Football Club Owner Speaks About Politics

The owner of Manchester United, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, recently made a public statement that sparked debate. He described the United Kingdom as being “colonised” by immigrants, a comment that many found offensive. The Prime Minister of the UK called his remarks “wrong” and urged him to apologize. Ratcl

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Grand Blanc Schools Dive Into Charity

Grand Blanc students and teachers made a big splash for a good cause. On February 10, about one hundred people gathered at Don Batchelor Field to jump into cold water and raise money for Special Olympics Michigan. The event, called the Polar Plunge, is a popular fundraiser that encourages ever

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