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Feb 27 2026CRIME

Luxury Lifestyles and Lost Funds: A San Francisco Story

A former chief executive of a city‑funded nonprofit is facing nine felony charges after prosecutors say she stole more than $1. 2 million from a program meant to help San Francisco’s homeless residents. The allegations cover the years 2019‑2023 and include misappropriation of public funds, grand

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Denmark’s Early Vote: A Move Driven by Greenland Tension

Parliament heard a surprising announcement from Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen: elections will take place on March 24 instead of the usual October deadline. She told lawmakers that she had urged King Frederik to set this date. The decision follows a surge in support for her Social Democrats,

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Feb 26 2026CRIME

Snowball Fight Turns to Arrest in New York

Police in New York City have taken a 27‑year‑old man into custody after he allegedly hurled snow and ice at officers during a park fight. The incident happened in Washington Square Park earlier this week, sparking a debate about public safety and protest tactics. Authorities say the man, identified

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Feb 26 2026WEATHER

Boston’s Slushy Weather: What to Expect

Boston is in a long melt‑down period. Snowbanks still sit on the streets, which helps push the snow away but also traps water and creates puddles. At night the cold makes these pools harden again, only for the cycle to repeat the next day. It’s a tough situation for drivers and walkers alike. Some

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Feb 26 2026WEATHER

Sunny Days Ahead, But Watch the Morning Fog

A new weather pattern is set to keep Massachusetts mostly clear and warm through Thursday night into the weekend, but commuters should brace for slippery mornings. Temperatures will rise to mid‑to‑upper 30s across most of the state, with Boston and Springfield reaching 37 degrees, Worcester hitti

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Feb 26 2026OPINION

A Winter That Might Vanish

Snowfall in the Northeast this year is breaking records, with some resorts receiving more than 30 inches of powder in just ten days. The cold snap has turned roads into pristine white blankets, and the lake that had been thawed since 2019 is finally frozen. While people love the sight of fresh snow

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Feb 26 2026WEATHER

Snow Chaos Hits Northeast: Power, Schools, and Streets in Disarray

The winter storm that swept from Maryland to Maine left the Northeast buried under a thick blanket of snow. In Rhode Island, residents faced three days of isolation as streets stayed unplowed and trash services were delayed. Schools in the state moved online, while other districts like Philadelphia

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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 2026SCIENCE

Sneakers on the Court: Why They Sound and What It Means

The sound that rings out when a player slides on a hardwood floor is not just noise; it’s the result of tiny, rapid changes happening inside the shoe. A scientist from Harvard studied this by sliding sneakers over a glass surface, recording the sounds with a microphone and capturing the motion with

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Feb 25 2026WEATHER

Cold‑Weather Shelters Open in Osceola County

Osceola County will open two night shelters on Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 23‑24, even though the day temperatures are expected to climb into the upper 80s over the weekend. The county is preparing for a sharp drop in temperature after an incoming cold front, which will bring overnight lows into the mi

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