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Feb 24 2026BUSINESS

Homeowners Hold Off on Big Projects as Money Worries Rise

Home owners are pausing big upgrades because they worry about jobs and money. A recent report from a major hardware store shows sales barely grew this year. The company’s boss said people are scared to spend on big projects when they’re not sure about jobs or prices. He linked the hesitation to l

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Lobbyist Lunches and a Clash Over Ethics Rules

The governor has taken aim at the state senator after learning he had not reported more than $4, 900 worth of meals and entertainment given by lobbyists. The money came from files that lobbyists must submit, but the senator’s yearly financial disclosure did not list these gifts. The governor’s spo

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Feb 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

A New Kind of Cube: Mixing Touch and Tech for Fun

The idea began in 2016 when a twelve‑year‑old and his dad started tinkering with an Arduino kit, turning their love of puzzles into a small experiment. They built 3‑D printed models and by April 2017, they had officially named the company that would become Cubios. The project grew from simple curios

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Feb 24 2026FINANCE

Paul Tudor Jones Shifts from Meta: A Smart Exit or a Strategic Pause?

Jones, known for making bold moves, sold his Meta shares in the last quarter. The timing lines up with a shift in how big tech companies spend on artificial intelligence. Instead of quick returns, the new AI race looks like a long‑term, costly construction project. Meta’s recent earnings show that

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Feb 24 2026HEALTH

Video Games, Screens, and the Rising Weight of Mexican Teens

Mexico faces a growing health challenge: more than 40 % of its teenagers are now overweight or obese, and the number has climbed from about 17. 6 % to 18. 1 % between 2020 and 2023. One major factor is the surge in screen time that began during the COVID‑19 lockdowns. Kids gained early and easier

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Feb 24 2026HEALTH

Living with Pain: How Drug Reactions Shape Daily Life

People often turn to over‑the‑counter painkillers like ibuprofen or naproxen when they feel discomfort. Yet, for a notable number of Americans, these common medicines can trigger allergic‑like reactions that force them to stop using the drugs and worry about their health. The study examined how t

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Feb 24 2026FINANCE

Saving for a Home: Crazy Tips and Real‑World Tricks

Buying a house in the U. S. feels more like a marathon than a milestone. Prices over $400, 000, mortgage rates near historic highs, and wages that lag behind make a down payment feel like a distant dream. Because of this, people are turning to extreme and practical strategies alike. Some suggest li

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Feb 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Catch the New CIA Show Tonight for Free

The new crime drama “CIA” is hitting CBS this Monday at 10 p. m. ET, and viewers who don’t have cable can still watch it without paying. By signing up for a free trial on services such as Fubo or DIRECTV, you can stream the episode live and keep it on demand for a few days. Those who already h

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Feb 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Hits Dropping in March

The month of March is packed with fresh releases that will keep fans busy. A standout film features Oscar‑winning actress Jessie Buckley and famed actor Christian Bale in a bold new take on the classic “Bride of Frankenstein. ” The story is set in 1930s Chicago, turning the characters into outlaw pa

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Feb 24 2026HEALTH

Choosing One or Two Embryos: What the Numbers Say

The study looks at how many embryos—one or two—are transferred during fresh IVF cycles when the embryos are at the cleavage stage. Researchers used a statistical method called propensity score matching to compare success rates and risks between the two groups. First, they gathered data from a large

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