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Feb 13 2026BUSINESS

Africa's Creative Boom: Big Money Moves In

A new fund is making waves in Africa's creative scene. The Next Narrative Africa Fund (NNAF) is putting $50 million into African stories. This money will go into films, TV shows, and new media projects. The fund wants to show that Africa's creative industry is not just a small market. It's a big opp

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Feb 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Veteran Innovators Shine in Louisiana Pitch Showdown

A Navy veteran just made waves in the business world. Demilade Oloyede, the CEO of AquaGuard, took home first prize at the Veteran Energy and Manufacturing Pitch Competition. This event, held in Louisiana, is all about pushing energy innovation and helping businesses grow. Oloyede's company, AquaGu

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Feb 13 2026BUSINESS

Small Businesses: A New Era of Ownership

In the United States, a significant change is happening in the small-business world. Many business owners, especially those from the baby boomer generation, are getting ready to retire. This means that a lot of businesses will soon need new owners. These businesses are important because they provide

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Feb 13 2026LIFESTYLE

Exploring St. Paul's Black History Month Events

February is Black History Month, a time to honor the contributions of African Americans. St. Paul is hosting a variety of events to celebrate this month. From educational talks to lively markets, there's something for everyone. The Minnesota History Center is kicking things off with a screening of

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Russia’s Move to Replace WhatsApp with a State‑Made Messenger

The Russian government has stopped the popular messaging app WhatsApp in an effort to push people toward a new, state‑backed platform called Max. The change follows years of pressure on foreign messaging services that the authorities say do not keep user data inside Russia or stop illegal use. Ma

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Why a Missed Two‑Point Try Cost the Patriots More Than One Point

The Patriots entered Super Bowl LX with a comfortable lead, but the game turned into a long‑distance chase for the trailing side. In the fourth quarter, when the Patriots scored their first touchdown of the game and pulled ahead to 19‑6, head coach Mike Vrabel chose a conventional extra point instea

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Feb 12 2026SCIENCE

Wearable Sensors: A New Way to Measure Alcohol Use

In the world of mental health, doctors often rely on people telling them how much they drink. This can be tricky because memories and honesty are not always perfect. A new approach uses tiny gadgets that sit on the skin to detect alcohol molecules as they leave the body. The devices read chemical si

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Feb 12 2026EDUCATION

Family Talk Can Boost Workplace Honesty

Employees who see bad things happening at work matter a lot. They can stop the problem from getting worse. Most studies look only inside the office to see why people speak up or stay silent. A new idea is that talking about what happens at work with family can change how people act. Think of it lik

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

Restaurant Brands Beats Forecasts With Strong Global Growth

Restaurant Brands International released its fourth‑quarter results for the year ending December 31, showing earnings and revenue that surpassed analyst expectations. The company earned adjusted profit of 96 cents per share, a touch higher than the 95 cents forecasted by LSEG’s analyst survey. Total

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

GOVERNORS AND THE WHITE HOUSE: A TANGLE OF INVITATIONS

A meeting at the White House that usually brings governors together has turned into a political mess. The event is scheduled for February 20 and usually includes governors from every state, both Democrats and Republicans. President Trump said he sent invitations to all governors except two Dem

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