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Feb 28 2026CRIME

Justice Decision Keeps Death Penalty Off the Table for Mangione

Federal prosecutors in New York have decided not to challenge a judge’s ruling that removed the death penalty from the case involving Luigi Mangione. The decision was announced in a letter sent to the court on Friday, and it means the federal trial will likely start this fall with jury selection in

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Feb 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

Firestone’s New Green Race Tires Hit the Track

Firestone Racing is launching a new line of race tires that mix high performance with green technology for the 2026 IndyCar season. The new Firehawk tires will first appear at the St. Petersburg Grand Prix, and they will power both the top‑tier NTT IndyCar Series and the developmental INDY NXT se

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Hidden Lures: How Spy Tactics Use Charm to Steal Secrets

Foreign powers often use subtle tricks to gain U. S. information, and one of the oldest methods is the “honeypot. ” In this approach an attractive person—sometimes a woman, sometimes a man—creates a friendly or romantic connection with a target who has access to sensitive data. The goal is not love

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Finland Faces Bigger Budget Gap and Calls for Tight Spending

Finland’s Finance Ministry has released a new spending plan that projects the country’s central government deficit to average €14. 9 billion each year from 2027 to 2030. The forecast shows a clear rise compared with the previous year, driven by lower tax receipts and reduced earnings from its emissi

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Feb 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Samsung’s Battery Breakthrough: Silicon‑Carbon Power

For years, Samsung stuck to a 5, 000‑mAh battery in its Galaxy S phones. That meant little difference in how long the phone lasted compared to rivals. Now, insiders say Samsung plans to use silicon‑carbon cells—technology that Chinese makers have been testing for a while. The new batteries promise

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Feb 26 2026LIFESTYLE

Family Fun Made Easy at an Indoor Water Park

Family vacations can feel like juggling act, especially when the crew includes toddlers, teens and parents. A resort that keeps everything under one roof can turn that chaos into a smooth adventure. One North American destination has made this promise by pairing an all‑year indoor water park with

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Feb 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Finding Joy in Everyday Moments

Finding happiness doesn’t always mean big events or grand celebrations. People often overlook the small chances to smile that appear in daily life. When we pause and notice these moments, our outlook can shift from routine to bright. Consider a morning coffee that tastes just right or a frien

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Feb 24 2026WEATHER

Snowstorm Breaks Records in New York City

For the second day in a row, a powerful blizzard slammed into New York City, the Lower Hudson Valley and Long Island, pushing snow totals past every previous February mark. Four key weather stations around the city measured snowfall at midnight, each smashing records that had stood for decades. The

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Feb 24 2026BUSINESS

FedEx Seeks Refund After Court Says Trump Tariffs Were Illegal

FedEx has filed a lawsuit asking the U. S. government to return money it paid for tariffs that were imposed last year by President Trump. The company says the Supreme Court ruled those tariffs unlawful, so it wants a full refund. This move is the first by a large U. S. company to request money back

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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

Boxing Legends Mayweather and Pacquiao Set to Clash Again in Las Vegas

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao have confirmed a rematch that will take place on September 19 at the new Sphere arena in Las Vegas. The fight is scheduled to stream live on Netflix, making it the first boxing event held in this high‑tech venue. The two fighters are both past their prime, yet

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