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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Film Night Protest Sparks Debate Over Free Speech

A crowd of supporters for Palestine gathered outside the Los Angeles showing of the new Scream movie. They carried flags and signs that said “Cancel Paramount+” and “Stand for Free Speech. ” Some shouted chants about boycotting the film, while others played drums and trumpets. The event happened

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Cuba Stands Firm Against Foreign Threats

The island nation has declared it will protect itself from any hostile acts that aim to shake its independence. Cuban leader Miguel Diaz‑Canel took to social media to stress that the country will not back down if it faces “terrorist or mercenary” attacks. This statement followed a recent incident wh

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Dr. Casey Means Battles Senate Questions as Surgeon General Nominee

Dr. Casey Means, a wellness influencer and 38‑year‑old author, presented her plan to shift the focus from treating illnesses after they appear to tackling the underlying causes of chronic disease. She told a Senate health committee in Washington that people feel “angry, exhausted and hurting. ” S

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Feb 26 2026BUSINESS

Future of a Pork Giant in Sioux Falls

A big change is coming to downtown Sioux Falls. The city’s leaders and the head of Smithfield Foods said that the company will leave its old plant near Falls Park for a new, larger site in an industrial area up north. The current facility has been there since 1909 and was bought by Smithfield in 199

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Road Plans, Voter Alerts and a Life‑Saving ER Reunion

Osceola County will open the floor to residents on Thursday, March 5 at 5:30 p. m. for a discussion about the upcoming Project Development and Environment study that will shape Lake Tohopekaliga Road and nearby streets. The meeting takes place at the St. Cloud Community Center, but anyone can join o

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Feb 26 2026BUSINESS

Sprouts Expands in Florida, Targeting Health‑Focused Shoppers

Sprouts Farmers Market is opening new stores in Florida, with locations announced for Daytona Beach and Clermont. The chain plans to launch a third outlet in Naples next month, followed by openings in Lecanto and Lake Nona. A future store is slated for New Smyrna Beach, expected to start in 20

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Clinton Family Faces New Testimony in Epstein Investigation

The former U. S. Secretary of State is set to speak privately before a congressional group that is looking into the late Jeffrey Epstein. The meeting will happen on Thursday, but it is not clear how much fresh detail the Clintons will share. Hillary Clinton has said she does not have much new inf

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Feb 26 2026BUSINESS

Truworths Sees Small Profit Gain Thanks to UK Sales

South African clothing store Truworths International posted a modest increase in its earnings for the first half of the year. The company’s main profit figure, called headline earnings per share, went up by 1. 3 percent to 495. 4 cents. Last year the same period saw a drop of 4. 6 percent, so

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Feb 26 2026SPORTS

Linebacker Alex Anzalone’s Big Move: Who Will Sign Him Next?

Alex Anzalone, a steady presence on the Detroit Lions’ defense for five seasons, is poised to become a hot commodity as free agency approaches. His leadership and consistent play have made him a captain for the Lions, but his future is uncertain because other teams are eyeing him. Former Lions defe

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Feb 26 2026SCIENCE

Night Flight Mistakes Lead to Tragic Crash

John Burley, a business owner from Windber, died when his small plane crashed in the Allegheny National Forest on Dec. 29, 2023. The crash happened while he was flying from Erie to Johnstown in the dark. The investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board said Burley chose to fly at night

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