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Feb 24 2026EDUCATION

Lubbock Kids Win Big at Science Bowl

A lively science competition finished Saturday night, with Lubbock High School’s team taking the top spot in a regional contest held at AmTech Career Academy. The event, backed by PanTeXas Deterrance, LLC. , ran until about 6:30 p. m. and featured challenging questions that match college‑level diffi

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Feb 24 2026CRIME

A $1 Million Offer to Find Nancy Guthrie

Nancy Guthrie, 84, vanished from her Tucson home on February 1 after a masked intruder tampered with a doorbell camera. The incident triggered an international search for the missing woman, who may or may not still be alive. Her daughter, Savannah Guthrie, posted a heartfelt video on Instagram in w

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Feb 23 2026BUSINESS

Wacker Wins 2025 Supplier of the Year Award from 3M

The award ceremony in St. Paul celebrated Wacker as the top supplier for 3M in 2025, a title earned after thousands of competitors were evaluated. The honor was presented to Raman Trikala, 3M’s Global Key Accounts Manager, and Ian Moore, head of the Consumer & Healthcare Unit. 3M’s selection proc

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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 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Achieving the Ultimate Award Combo: Who’s Got It and Who’s Almost There

The idea of winning an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar and a Tony—collectively called EGOT—is a rare honor. Only a few dozen people have reached it, and many more are just one trophy away. The list below shows who has completed the quartet and who is close, organized in a fresh way. First, the current hol

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Feb 15 2026CRYPTO

Ethereum Rewards Up for Grabs in Latest Crypto Campaign

LBank has kicked off its 16th BoostHub campaign, putting 30 ETH up for grabs. This isn't just another giveaway; it's a chance for crypto enthusiasts to get their hands on some ETH while trading. The event runs from February 14 to February 21, giving users a week to jump in. There are two ways to pl

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Feb 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrating LGBTQ+ Stories: Michael Patrick King's Impact on TV

Michael Patrick King is set to be celebrated at the Human Rights Campaign's Los Angeles gala. He will receive the Visibility Award for his work in bringing LGBTQ+ stories to the forefront in the entertainment industry. This recognition comes as he prepares to release a new season of "The Comeback" o

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Feb 14 2026CELEBRITIES

Stars Shine Bright at NBA All-Star Celebrity Game

The NBA All-Star Celebrity Game in 2026 was a spectacle of style and star power. Among the many flashy outfits and trendy accessories, two things caught everyone's eye: a football player's expensive necklace and a former basketball player's towering height. Cam Ward, the Titans quarterback, showed

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Feb 12 2026EDUCATION

Celebrating a Music Mentor Who Shaped Lives

Edward P. Norris III, a teacher from Smithtown who runs the choral program at Glen Cove High School, will be honored as the 2025 Educator of Note by the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. The award ceremony takes place on March 20 in Stony Brook, where Norris will receive his plaque a

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Feb 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

CJ ENM’s 2026 Visionary Awards Celebrate Global Storytelling

The ceremony took place on Feb. 10 at the CJ ENM Center in Seoul, where creators of six hit shows were honored for their fresh ideas. The awardees included the U. S. drama “Severance” and Korean series such as “Bon Appétit, Your Majesty, ” “Boys II Planet, ” “Our Unwritten Seoul, ” and “Study Gro

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