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Feb 15 2026WEATHER

A Warm Valentine's Day in DC: What's Next?

Valentine's Day in DC is shaping up to be quite pleasant. The sun is shining, and temperatures are mild, hovering in the 50s. It's a great day to be outside, with light winds blowing in from the west at about 5 to 10 miles per hour. The sun will set early, around 5:45 p. m. , so plan accordingly. L

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Feb 15 2026WEATHER

A Warm February Weekend: Enjoying Unusual Mild Weather

February is usually cold, but this year, it's breaking the rules. The middle of the month is bringing unusually warm temperatures. The jet stream has shifted north, letting warm air take over. This means people in the state are experiencing temperatures in the 40s and 50s, which is quite unusual for

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Feb 15 2026SCIENCE

Cotton's Secret Stash: The Day-Neutral Landraces You've Never Heard Of

Deep in Texas, there's a treasure trove of cotton types. Over 2, 500 of them sit in storage. Most need short days to grow. But some don't care about the daylight. These are the day-neutral landraces. Scientists found 186 of these unique types. They've been growing them for years to keep them diverse

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Feb 15 2026LIFESTYLE

Parents and Pot: A Generational Gap?

In a world where laws on marijuana are changing, so are family dynamics. A couple in their early 70s finds themselves at odds with their adult child over their cannabis use. Both parents are healthy and enjoy a joint a few times a week, mostly in the evenings. They use it to relax, watch movies, and

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Lebanon's Political Comeback: Hariri's Party Eyes Election Return

Lebanon's political scene is buzzing with news that Saad al-Hariri's Future Movement might jump back into the election race. This comes four years after Hariri took a step back from public life. He hinted at this possibility during a speech honoring his late father, Rafik Hariri, who was also a prim

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Feb 15 2026EDUCATION

From Football Field to Global Stage: Camden Dempsey's Journey

Camden Dempsey, a former Colorado Buffaloes long snapper, is making waves beyond the football field. Known as "The Governor, " Dempsey has been selected as a Schwarzman Scholar for the class of 2026-27. This prestigious fellowship offers a fully funded master's degree in Global Affairs at Tsinghua U

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Feb 15 2026BUSINESS

Winning Deals by Getting Inside the Other Guy's Head

Negotiations are not just about what you want. They are also about what the other person wants. Many people focus only on their own goals. They forget to think about what the person across the table needs. This can lead to bad deals or even losing the deal altogether. Understanding the other side c

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Feb 15 2026OPINION

Keeping Workers Safe: Why One Boss Stands Up for Health Insurance Helpers

In Kansas, a construction boss is worried about new rules that might hurt his workers' health insurance. He thinks these rules could make insurance more expensive. He believes this could hurt his business and his team. He knows how tough construction work can be. Workers face risks every day. They

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Feb 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Hollywood's New AI Classroom

Hollywood is changing fast. AI is taking over, and people are feeling the heat. Michael Eng, a visual effects pro, found himself out of a job. He saw a problem: he didn't know AI. So, he turned to Curious Refuge, an online school teaching filmmaking with AI. Curious Refuge is like a lifeline for Ho

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Feb 15 2026EDUCATION

Iowa's Education Funding: A Broken Promise

Iowa's public schools are in a tough spot. They are losing students and money. This is not new. It has been happening for years. The state has been cutting funds for public schools. At the same time, it has been giving money to private schools. This is not fair to the students or the teachers. The

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