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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

California Governor’s Travel: Who Really Pays?

The governor of California has been on the road again, this time to Munich, where he spoke about his state’s climate plans. He said simply “I’m showing up. ” The trip is part of a series that includes Brazil, Switzerland and now Germany, where he pushes California as a climate partner. But people h

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Feb 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Family Circus in a Dark Comedy

The film opens on a Spanish beach where a man named Edward, played by Callum Turner, takes a newcomer named George under his wing. George is fresh from Athens and feels out of place, but Edward, who loves fashion and sees everything as a runway, pulls him into a world of flamboyant style. From the s

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Feb 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Unexpected Box‑Office Woes for Romantic Thriller

The new romantic thriller starring a well‑known actress and her co‑star is not living up to the hype it received before its release. The film was expected to bring in about $40 million over the first four days of a holiday weekend, but it opened with only $13. 3 million on Friday, leaving the total

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Film Festival Faces Heat Over Political Talk

The Berlinale has launched a defence for its jury after early criticism sparked by comments made at the opening press conference. The festival’s spokesperson highlighted that some remarks were taken out of context and urged a fair view of the artists involved. The core issue centres on the role o

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

'Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Show: FCC Finds No Problem'

The Super Bowl halftime set by Bad Bunny sparked a quick firestorm among some Republican lawmakers. They claimed the artist had slipped in uncensored profanity, sparking calls for a formal inquiry. The Federal Communications Commission opened an investigation to see if any rules on “indecent mate

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Feb 15 2026SCIENCE

Dark‑Cave Greens Show Life Can Thrive Without Sunlight

In 2018, two scientists walked deep into a remote part of the Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico. They found walls covered with a bright green substance that could not have been reached by any visible light. The green coating is made of tiny cyanobacteria that use two uncommon pigments, chlorophyl

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Feb 15 2026SPORTS

Ilia Malinin’s Big Slip‑Ups and a New Start

The 2024 Milan skating event was supposed to be a highlight for Ilia Malinin, but it turned into a learning moment instead. After his free‑skate mishap, he was caught on a hot mic saying he would have performed better if he had been at the 2022 Beijing Games. He later clarified that more experience

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Feb 15 2026OPINION

A. I. in College: A New Threat or a Tool?

Artificial intelligence is growing fast inside universities. Students now use A. I. for homework, research and even job interviews. But the new tools are not always good for learning. Many schools partner with A. I. firms to stay modern or avoid being left behind. These companies often cha

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Feb 15 2026LIFESTYLE

Marrying Early: A Fresh Look at Love and Life Choices

A quarterback who is still in his twenties has sparked a new conversation about getting married before the age of thirty. His name is Drake Maye, and he joined a Super Bowl team while still very young. Last summer, he tied the knot with his high‑school sweetheart, Ann Michael Maye, and he talked o

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Feb 15 2026WEATHER

Snow Alert Ahead of Presidents Day Weekend

For many travelers heading to Northern California’s ski spots, a winter storm watch is in place as the holiday weekend approaches. Officials from the National Weather Service warn that people moving through and out of the Sierra Nevada can expect major travel delays and advise extreme caution. For

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