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Feb 12 2026OPINION

Immigrants Face the Brunt When a Country Looks for an Enemy Inside

The United States has poured billions into programs that target people who are not born in the country. Many of those efforts aim at individuals who, like the writer, have lived here for decades and hold American citizenship. The funds go into sending federal officers to cities, searching neighborho

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

Napanee Town Gets Clean Audit Result for 2024

Greater Napanee has achieved a positive audit opinion for the year 2024. The city had faced concerns in previous reviews, but the latest report shows no material misstatements. Auditors praised the town’s financial controls and transparency efforts. The clean result follows a period of impr

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Feb 12 2026OPINION

City Pay Hikes and the Rising Tax Burden

San Diego residents already shoulder extra costs from city‑imposed fees, yet officials claim that further charges are unavoidable because of a “decades‑old structural budget deficit. ” The reality is that the deficit grows from choices made by those in power, not from unseen forces. City leaders

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

AI Firms Push for Rules, Drop $20M to Support Like-Minded Politicians

Anthropic has announced a $20 million donation to help elect U. S. candidates who favor new rules for artificial intelligence. The money goes to Public First Action, a group that fights against federal moves to stop states from creating their own AI laws. One of the politicians they back is Republic

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

A Local Brewery Says Goodbye to Its Doors

Barrel House Z, a cozy taproom in Weymouth that served craft beers and snacks, closed its doors after about ten years. The owner announced the decision on Facebook, explaining that the business could no longer keep up with changing market conditions. He noted that people are drinking less overall,

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

New Food Spot and Old Store Closure Shake Up Genesee County

A fresh Panda Express is ready to open in Davison Township, promising nearly forty new jobs. The restaurant plans to start serving its famous Orange Chicken and other dishes next month, after tearing down two old buildings on the site. The chain, which began in 1983, has grown into a popular fast‑ca

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

AI and Leaders: Who’s Really in Charge?

In today’s fast‑moving work world, computers can write emails, design sites and sift through data faster than any human. They help teams finish tasks quicker and cut costs. But when it comes to setting goals, reading emotions, or making tough calls, only people can step up. That is why leaders still

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

County Leaders Show Teamwork Despite Politics

The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners met at the community college to talk about how they will keep services running if federal money shrinks. The meeting was friendly and full of back‑and‑forth between the three members, who come from different parties. The chair, Jamila Winder, said the

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Feb 12 2026SCIENCE

Lung Cancer Organoids: A New Lens on Precision Medicine

These tiny 3‑D cultures, called organoids, are changing how scientists study lung cancer. Instead of flat cell sheets or animal models that take months to grow, organoids can be produced quickly while keeping the original tumor’s structure and variety. Researchers now grow lung cancer organoid

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Feb 12 2026HEALTH

Simple Ways Doctors Can Reduce Patient Work in Older Care

Older patients who face many illnesses often feel overworked by their treatment plans. This extra effort can hurt how well they live and follow doctors’ advice. Doctors must therefore focus on easing this burden, but it is not clear which doctors do this best. A new study set out to create a quic

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