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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

Little Coders: Saginaw Preschool Pioneers Tech Learning for Tiny Tots

In Saginaw, Michigan, a big step is being taken to introduce computer science to very young minds. Jerome Green STEM Preschool has become the first in the state to roll out a computer science curriculum for preschoolers. This isn't about tiny fingers tapping on keyboards, though. Instead, kids will

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Political Tug-of-War: Funding Fights and Border Security

A heated debate is unfolding in Washington, D. C. , as politicians clash over funding for the Department of Homeland Security. At the heart of the issue is a disagreement on border security policies, with Republicans pushing for stricter immigration enforcement and Democrats advocating for a straigh

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Feb 17 2026BUSINESS

Beauty Brands Get a Boost with New Ad Targeting Tool

A big change is happening in the world of online ads. THG, a company known for its beauty websites like Cult Beauty and LOOKFANTASTIC, has teamed up with The Trade Desk. This partnership lets advertisers use THG's customer data to create more personalised ads. What's special here is that advertiser

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

Delaware's Future Educators and Artists Shine Bright

Delaware is buzzing with excitement as young minds showcase their talents and ambitions in various fields. The University of Delaware recently hosted nearly 400 students from across the state, all eager to explore careers in education. This event, known as the Delaware Educators Rising conference, w

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Feb 17 2026SCIENCE

New Hope in Fighting Inflammation and Brain Protection

Scientists have created new compounds that might help reduce inflammation and protect the brain. They started with a natural substance called Genipin and modified it to make it more effective. These new compounds, especially one called 6a, showed great promise in lab tests. The researchers tested t

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

Zabit's Comeback: From UFC to Grappling?

Zabit Magomedsharipov, a name that once echoed in the UFC, might be making a comeback. But this time, it's not in the Octagon. The 34-year-old Russian fighter, known for his impressive skills, has been away from the UFC for almost seven years. He left the sport in 2022 to pursue a career in medicine

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

From Fisherman to Bobsledder: Shane Pitter's Unique Olympic Journey

Shane Pitter, a 26-year-old fisherman from Jamaica, is making waves in the world of bobsledding. While most people would have been fishing on a sunny day in Jamaica, Pitter was competing in the Milan Cortina Games. His journey from the sea to the ice is nothing short of remarkable. Pitter's story i

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Feb 17 2026WEATHER

Willamette Valley: A Chance for Snow This Week?

This week, northwest Oregon is in for a chillier and wetter spell. The big question on everyone's mind is whether snow will actually reach the Willamette Valley floor, affecting places like Portland, Salem, and Eugene. There's also curiosity about how this weather might impact schools in nearby area

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Feb 16 2026HEALTH

The Hidden Dangers in Your Grocery Cart

People are starting to question the health effects of ultraprocessed foods. These are the packaged, ready-to-eat items that fill grocery store shelves. Two influential figures, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr. David Kessler, are leading the conversation. They point to a 1958 government classification c

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Feb 16 2026CRIME

A Glove, a Glimpse, and a Grandmother Gone

In the quiet of a Tucson neighborhood, a single glove has become a crucial clue in the mysterious disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. This isn't just any glove; it's one that might be linked to a masked figure caught on camera near her home. The FBI has confirmed that DNA from this glove cou

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