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Feb 18 2026BUSINESS

Santa Clarita Celebrates Its Diverse Business Community

Santa Clarita Valley recently showcased its thriving business community at a unique event. The usual venue was swapped for an artsy setting, bringing together local leaders and government officials. The diverse range of businesses, from a yoga studio to a historical society, highlighted the valley's

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Artists Demand Berlin Film Festival Speak Up on Gaza

Over 80 artists who have been part of the Berlin Film Festival have signed a public letter. They want the festival to speak clearly about the war in Gaza. The letter was published in Variety, a magazine for the entertainment industry. It asks the festival to oppose what it calls Israel's genocide an

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Feb 18 2026HEALTH

Building Muscle for Better Health: Lindora's New Approach

Lindora, a well-known name in medical weight loss, has just brought in a big name to lead their health efforts. JJ Virgin is now their Chief Metabolic Health Officer. She’s all about fixing your metabolism first, not just losing weight. Virgin believes that when your metabolism works right, weight l

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Trump's Immigration Policies Lose Ground, Poll Reveals

A recent survey has shown a drop in public support for Donald Trump's immigration policies. The poll, conducted over four days, found that only 38% of respondents approved of his handling of immigration. This is a decrease from the previous month and a significant drop from the early days of his ret

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Alabama's New Bill: Business Over Environment?

Alabama's state representatives have given the green light to a bill that puts a big limit on how the state can make rules to protect the environment. This bill, called SB 71, says that state agencies can't make environmental rules that are stricter than what the federal government says. It passed w

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Feb 18 2026HEALTH

Playing to Stay Healthy: How Games Change Health Habits

Public health is all about getting people to adopt healthier habits. But how do you make that happen in a world where everyone is glued to their screens? The answer might be in games. Yes, you heard it right. Games are not just for fun anymore. They are being used to encourage healthy behaviors. Ta

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Feb 18 2026HEALTH

Can Mobile Apps Really Help You Stay Fit and Healthy?

People worldwide are struggling with obesity. It's a big problem. Many turn to mobile apps for help with exercise, eating better, and losing weight. But do these apps really work? They often focus on getting people to plan to change. But planning doesn't always lead to action. So, the apps might not

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Feb 18 2026FINANCE

Planning for Retirement: Is $2 Million Enough?

Retirement planning can be tricky. A recent study found that many Americans think they need around $2 million to retire comfortably. But is that really the case? Several factors come into play when determining if $2 million is enough. For instance, where you live, how much you spend, and how long y

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Feb 18 2026FINANCE

Italy's Tax Haven Appeal: Why the Rich Are Flocking

Italy is not just a dream destination for tourists. It's becoming a hotspot for the wealthy. Over 3, 600 millionaires moved there last year. They brought in €21 billion. Why? Italy offers a special tax deal. It's called the CR7 rule. Named after Cristiano Ronaldo, it lets newcomers pay a flat tax. T

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Feb 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Infosys and Anthropic Team Up to Boost AI in Businesses

Infosys and Anthropic have joined forces to make AI work better for big companies. This team-up is all about making AI smarter and more useful in different industries like telecom, banking, and manufacturing. The plan is to mix Anthropic's Claude AI models with Infosys's Topaz AI tools. This combo

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