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Feb 11 2026HEALTH

Animals and Healing in the Himalayan Hills

In the high mountains of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, people have lived for generations by turning to nature’s gifts for health. The area is a patchwork of cultures, each with its own stories about how animals can help cure sickness. Yet scientists have only just begun to listen. Researchers are now tra

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Feb 11 2026CELEBRITIES

A Skater’s Roots: The Story Behind Madison Chock

Madison began her skating journey in a small town by the sea, where she first laced up skates at age five. When her family moved to a northern city for better training, she grew into one of America’s most celebrated ice dancers. Her career has seen her represent the U. S. in four Olympic Games, earn

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

House Rejects GOP Plan to Stall Trump Tariff Vote

The House said no to a Republican move that would have slowed any decision on ending President Trump’s tariffs. Three members of the GOP—Thomas Massie, Don Bacon and Kevin Kiley—voted with Democrats to stop the plan. Their action opened a path for lawmakers to push through a vote that could ca

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Feb 10 2026BUSINESS

Zuckerberg Eyes Miami Mansion as Tech Rich Shift to Florida

Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Meta Platforms, is looking into buying a house in Miami. The chosen spot is Indian Creek, an island that’s known as the “Billionaires Bunker. ” Other wealthy names there include Jared Kushner, Ivanka Trump, Jeff Bezos, Carl Icahn and Tom Brady. Zuckerberg already own

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Feb 10 2026BUSINESS

Micron’s Arrival: A New Boost for Central New York

Central New York is on the brink of a big change. The start of Micron’s huge factory marks more than new construction; it signals a fresh economic chapter. After many years of effort, the region finally looks like a good place for big projects. The local business community must keep this ex

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Feb 10 2026CRIME

Cyprus Court Forces Opening of Israeli Couple’s Safe Deposit Boxes in €700 Million Crypto Scam Probe

Cyprus’ top court has ordered an Israeli couple to surrender the keys to their safe deposit boxes, a move that follows a massive crackdown on a €700 million cryptocurrency laundering scheme. The case came after Europol revealed that authorities across Europe—France, Germany, Cyprus, Spain, Malta, Is

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Feb 10 2026HEALTH

Old‑Age Fitness Plan: A New Test in Primary Care

The PRICA‑POWFRAIL study is a randomised test that looks at whether teaching older people about healthy habits and giving them custom exercise plans can keep them independent. The researchers think that many seniors who are “pre‑frail” or frail are at risk of losing their ability to do everyday task

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

Eileen Gu: A Dual‑Identity Champion on the Slopes

Eileen Gu, born in San Francisco in 2003, grew up learning to glide on skis from her mother, a former instructor. She started skiing at age three and claimed her first national title by nine. Despite being U. S. ‑born, Gu decided in 2019 to represent China in international competitions. Her choic

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

Fresh Faces Needed: Why Alaska Wants Limits on Congress Terms

Alaskans are known for their practical mindset. They care more about how well someone serves than how long they stay in office. This belief has sparked a growing group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle to push for a constitutional change that would set limits on how many times a person can b

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

Utah’s 2034 Olympic Plan: Lessons From Milan

Utah recently sent a team of observers to the Winter Games in Milan, Italy, where they got a firsthand look at how the Olympics run. They came from Utah, Los Angeles, the French Alps and Brisbane to learn from the International Olympic Committee. The trip gave them a chance to see how big events are

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