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Feb 11 2026BUSINESS

Pin‑Up Bowl Changes Hands in St. Louis

A new group, headed by Philip “Moon” Sneed, has taken over the Pin‑Up Bowl in Loop. The deal moves the venue from its former owners into a fresh leadership that plans to revamp the space. Sneed’s team is known for turning small projects into community hubs, and they already have ideas for new

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Head Injuries, Not Drowning, Explain Most Deaths in Greek Shipwreck

A recent investigation into a tragic incident near the Greek island of Chios revealed that most of the 15 Afghan migrants who lost their lives did not drown. Instead, autopsies showed they suffered severe head and brain injuries when a small boat collided with a coast guard vessel on February 3. The

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Feb 11 2026HEALTH

Understanding Achalasia Diagnosis in Turkey

Achalasia is a rare condition that makes swallowing hard, but many doctors do not notice it right away. The symptoms can be vague, and the tools that exist to spot the problem are often underused. In Turkey, most earlier research looked at only one hospital or was just a review of existing studies.

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

The U. S. Cuts $600 Million From Four State Health Budgets

A new policy by the federal government will remove about $600 million from the health budgets of California, Colorado, Illinois and Minnesota. The money had been given by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to help state health departments and nonprofits. The administration says the

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Women Powering Local School Wins in the Suburbs

In recent years, suburban voters have shifted their focus from national drama to everyday school matters. A new study by a network of over 700, 000 suburban women shows that candidates labeled “extremist” lost about 62 % of their contests, while those described as “common sense” won in key states

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Feb 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Thriller Time: Three Prime Video Picks for a Binge‑Ready Weekend

Prime Video’s charts show that this Valentine’s week is all about suspense, not romance. The newest chapters of “Cross” season 2 have just dropped, and they’re already pulling in viewers with sharp twists and dark vibes. If you’re looking for fresh drama, “Cross” is climbing the ranks. The series f

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Feb 11 2026CRIME

A Delivery Driver Says He’s Innocent in Nancy Guthrie Vanishing

In Tucson, the search for Nancy Guthrie’s missing mother has hit a confusing pause. A delivery driver, Carlos Palazuelos, was briefly taken into police custody after a traffic stop but released later that night. He has insisted he knows nothing about the case and that he “never follows the news. ”

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Feb 11 2026CRIME

A Rising Wave of Violence in Israel’s Arab Communities

Israel, home to about 10 million people, has seen a troubling rise in violent crime within its Arab minority. Even though Arabs make up roughly one‑fifth of the population, they account for most of the country’s homicides. In 2025 alone, police records show 241 murders in Arab areas compared with ju

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Feb 11 2026CRIME

Crime Trends Drop Across Major U. S. Cities in 2025

A fresh look at crime data shows a steady fall in violent incidents across the country’s biggest urban centers. The new report pulls together information from 67 leading police departments, painting a picture that every major category—homicides, rapes, robberies and aggravated assaults—has slipped.

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Feb 11 2026WEATHER

Snowy Breeze and Chill: A Quiet Winter Day

The day will feel cooler than the numbers suggest, with a high that tops out at 31 degrees but feels closer to 21. Overnight temperatures will dip to about 22. Winds from the west‑northwest gust at around 15 miles per hour, and a few light flurries are expected. AccuWeather says less than an inch of

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