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Feb 18 2026SCIENCE

How Tiny Zinc Particles Might Be Messing With Our Best Antibiotics

Klebsiella pneumoniae is a sneaky bacteria that's become a big problem worldwide. It's resistant to many antibiotics, and the situation is getting worse. One of the few antibiotics that still works is cefiderocol, but even that's not foolproof. Some strains of Klebsiella pneumoniae, especially those

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Feb 17 2026BUSINESS

Atlanta’s Growth: From Music Beats to Basketball Courts

The city of Atlanta has become a hub for creativity, business, and community effort. A conversation with Tony Ressler, the owner of the Hawks, and Ludacris, a well‑known rapper and entrepreneur, reveals how this mix works. They explain that the city’s music scene, film projects, and tech ideas gi

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Feb 17 2026BUSINESS

Trump Son Eyes Drone Startup Deal

Eric Trump has put money into a big plan that will combine an Israeli drone maker with a Florida construction company. The goal is to bring the drone business onto public markets. The deal values the merger at about $1. 5 billion. Eric’s investment comes alongside a similar stake from the company

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

NBA All‑Star MVP and Surprising Winners

Anthony Edwards finished the NBA All‑Star weekend as the most valuable player, scoring 32 points for USA Stars and helping them defeat USA Stripes in the final game. In betting markets, he was an unlikely favorite with odds of +1600, yet he attracted 9 % of the wagers and earned 9. 5 % of the total

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

Caught in a Surprise Search

Police stopped Marshon Lattimore’s car after it was found with expired license plates. The driver, a former NFL cornerback, told the officer that he had no weapons in the vehicle. The stop began as a routine traffic check for a minor violation. When asked about guns or knives, Lattimore ans

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

New Coach Joins 49ers: Jerry Gray’s Big Move

Jerry Gray has signed on with the San Francisco 49ers, bringing a wealth of defensive knowledge to the team. The announcement comes after Gray spent three seasons as the assistant head coach and defensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons. His exact duties with the 49ers are still being fina

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Students Take Stand Against ICE, Sparks School Debate

A group of Florida teachers has sparked a national conversation after a union leader declared that kids should protest the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. The statement came during a press conference hosted by a statewide teachers association. According to the speaker, students are react

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

How Tennessee Raised Its School Test Scores

Tennessee students are now scoring better on the big national tests that check reading, math and history. The change shows how strong policies can move a whole state forward. The tests are not just for bragging. They help teachers see where students need help and guide school leaders on what to foc

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Feb 17 2026HEALTH

Improving Multiple Sclerosis Care in Nepal with Simple, Affordable Ideas

Multiple sclerosis is a disease that damages the brain and spinal cord. It usually shows up in young people, but many low‑income countries miss it or treat it poorly. In Nepal, doctors and the public often do not know enough about the condition. People also struggle to get brain scans, lab tests,

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Feb 17 2026CRIME

New Chicago Dungeon Under Scrutiny

City Hall has moved to pause a business that operates as a “sex dungeon” while officials decide how it fits into the city’s rules. The shutdown comes after a past case involving a woman who ran a high‑end brothel that attracted thousands of clients and earned over a million dollars. That woman, know

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