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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

A New Book Fair Shows Syria’s Open‑Book Future

The Damascus book fair this month marked a turning point for the country, showing that books once banned are now on shelves and selling well. The event opened after Bashar al‑Assad’s regime fell, reflecting how the new government has changed Syria’s cultural rules. At the fair, readers could find

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Feb 12 2026WEATHER

Sunshine Ahead: Warm Days and Light Rain

Today feels cold and windy, but it’s not too bad. The next few days bring a gentler weather pattern with some showers. Temperatures dip slightly on Thursday, hitting highs in the upper 30s and lows around the low 20s. After that, the heat climbs again as we head toward the weekend. Valentine’s Day

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Feb 12 2026WEATHER

Cold Day Ahead: Windy and Uncertain for the Weekend

Wind gusts up to 30 mph will make New Jersey feel very cold today. The wind chills could drop temperatures into the teens, even though the actual heat is in the 30s. The National Weather Service says clouds will stay, adding to the chill. Friday’s high temperatures are similar, around 30 degr

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Feb 12 2026WEATHER

Snowy Surprise: Northeast Braces for Winter's Quick Strike

The Northeast is in for a rough ride as a swift winter storm sweeps through. Seven states—New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Maine—are under winter weather advisories. This storm is expected to dump up to 7 inches of snow, with the heaviest downpour happe

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Feb 12 2026HEALTH

Breast Cancer: Why Current Risk Tools Miss the Mark for Black Women

Breast cancer is a serious issue, particularly for Black women. They are at a higher risk, but the tools doctors use to predict this risk often fall short. These tools are crucial because early detection can be life-saving. Doctors rely on models like the Gail Model and BOADICEA. These models consi

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Feb 11 2026BUSINESS

Big Moves in the AI‑Hit Stocks

Barclays released a report that shows how companies seen as lagging behind AI are losing value fast. The decline is so sharp that an activist investor, known for buying stakes in struggling firms, may be stepping in. Barclays says the sharp drop creates chances in software, media, internet and

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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 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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Feb 11 2026WEATHER

Frost‑quake Shake Turns a Local 7‑Eleven Into a Ticking Time Bomb

A chill in the air turned into an unexpected tremor on Tuesday, rattling homes and a convenience store near 11 Mile Road in St. Clair Shores, Michigan. Residents reported a subtle jolt and noticed cracks where the floor tiles no longer lay flat. The cause? A rare “frost quake, ” or cryoseism, where

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Feb 11 2026HEALTH

Innovative Cancer Drug Faces Time‑Crunch in Cost Review

The latest study looks at how well a new drug, pemigatinib, works for patients with a rare liver cancer called intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma. Researchers evaluated whether the drug’s benefits are worth its price compared to other treatments. The analysis starts by measuring how many months patien

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