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Feb 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Big Engines, Small Planes: Why the A350 Beats the 777 in Power

The Boeing 777 has sold more than any other twin‑jet, but its biggest model, the 777‑300ER, uses an engine that is huge and very powerful. The engine, a GE90‑115B, can push the plane with 115, 300 pounds of thrust. That is more than any other engine on a commercial jet that flies today. Airbus answ

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Feb 07 2026POLITICS

Students Take a Stand in Napa

A large group of students from all five high schools and several middle schools in Napa decided to leave their classrooms on Friday afternoon. They gathered at the corner of Trancas and Jefferson, where they joined a planned protest against U. S. immigration enforcement. The walkout began at 12:45 p

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Feb 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tech Stocks Get a Boost: Analysts Say “Buy”

Analysts are pointing the finger at three tech names that could climb higher. The first is a Japanese chipmaker whose shares last traded around $449 and now have a target of about ¥70, 800. The second is a leading maker of automotive micro‑controllers whose price target sits near ¥3, 300 after a rec

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Feb 07 2026ENVIRONMENT

New Jersey’s Climate Fight: What the New Governor Must Do

The state is now led by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, a former congresswoman who has shown a strong record on the environment. Her first task is to step into the role of climate champion left by her predecessor, especially as New Jersey faces a mix of development pressures and natural threats. The last ye

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Feb 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Roblox’s New Adult Push Fuels Stock Rise

Roblox, the popular game‑building platform, is now pulling more grown‑ups into its playground. The company’s chief executive told a finance show that people 18 and older are climbing the user ladder faster than any other group, with a jump of more than half again as fast from last year. That spike i

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Feb 07 2026BUSINESS

Middle East’s Trade Surge: A Fresh Look at Global Growth

The Middle East is experiencing a notable rise in trade, even as global markets face uncertainty. Gulf Cooperation Council countries, such as the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, have driven this increase. Between 2021 and 2024, the region’s trade grew by about 15% each year. This rat

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Feb 07 2026SCIENCE

A Quiet Doctor, A Loud Story

Jean‑Martin Charcot, a key figure in early neurology, is remembered this year as part of his 200th birthday. He worked in Paris and helped shape modern brain study, while also becoming a friend of writer Alphonse Daudet. Their friendship later soured because Daudet, who had a serious nerve disease,

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Feb 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Super Bowl 60 Ads: AI, Celebs and a Heartfelt Twist

The big game draws more than 120 million eyes, so brands are sparking a fireworks show off the field. This year’s lineup leans heavily on tech, health and nostalgia while keeping tone light amid recent news storms. Artificial‑intelligence firms dominate the billboards, with startups like Anthropi

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Feb 07 2026CELEBRITIES

Martha Stewart Looks for Love While Covering the 2026 Winter Games

Martha Stewart will travel to Italy for the 2026 Winter Olympics. She is going with her friend Snoop Dogg, who will be a reporter there too. While she is in Milan, she told a magazine that she hopes to meet someone special. Milan is described as “a very sexy city. ” She said, “I’m waitin

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Feb 07 2026SCIENCE

Breast PET Scans: Comparing Two Imaging Styles in Japan

A recent study from several hospitals across Japan looked at how two different kinds of PET scanners perform when used for breast imaging. The first type is a “ring‑shaped” machine that surrounds the patient, while the second uses an “opposite‑type” design that places detectors on opposite sides. Re

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