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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Ukraine's President: Seeking Peace, But Not at Any Cost

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has shown a willingness to support U. S. peace initiatives to end the ongoing conflict with Russia. This move comes as U. S. President Donald Trump aims to resolve the war before the upcoming mid-term elections. In a recent interview, Zelenskiy made it clear t

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Feb 13 2026FINANCE

What's Next for Restaurant Business Loans?

Whole business securitizations (WBS) are a big deal in the restaurant industry. They help businesses get loans by bundling together their future earnings. But these loans come with a deadline, called an anticipated repayment date (ARD). This is when the business must pay back the loan, usually by ge

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Jessie Diggins Wins Olympic Bronze While Battling Pain

The United States skier Jessie Diggins finished third in the women’s 10‑kilometer freestyle at the Winter Games, adding a bronze medal to her growing Olympic collection. Despite suffering a rib injury earlier in the competition, she pushed through the course and crossed the line with a time that

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

AI and Leaders: Who’s Really in Charge?

In today’s fast‑moving work world, computers can write emails, design sites and sift through data faster than any human. They help teams finish tasks quicker and cut costs. But when it comes to setting goals, reading emotions, or making tough calls, only people can step up. That is why leaders still

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Feb 12 2026SCIENCE

Staying Active or Sitting Still: What the Genes Say About Lung Health

People around the world struggle with lung diseases that cause many deaths. Scientists are trying to understand if how much we move or sit affects the risk of getting these illnesses. A new study used a genetic method called Mendelian randomization to investigate the link between physical acti

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Feb 12 2026EDUCATION

Campus Space: A Lot of Room to Improve

U. S. colleges are sitting on a lot of empty space. In 2025, only 45% of campus buildings were being used. That's a big drop from 53% the year before. Most schools aim for at least 70% use. This means a lot of buildings are just sitting there, empty. This isn't just about wasted space. It's about m

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Feb 12 2026OPINION

Climate Change: Is Fear the Right Way to Drive Change?

Global temperatures have been rising, with recent data showing that the past decade has been the hottest on record. The average global temperature in 2025 was about 1. 47 degrees Celsius higher than it was from 1850 to 1900. This increase is largely attributed to the burning of fossil fuels, which r

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Bangladesh's Big Vote: A New Chapter After Youth-Led Change

Bangladesh is voting today in a big election. This is a big deal. It comes after a huge change in 2024. Young people, called Gen Z, led protests. They forced out the long-time leader, Sheikh Hasina. Now, the country is choosing new leaders. This election is important. It could bring stability to Ba

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Feb 12 2026CRYPTO

Stocks on the Blockchain: A New Way to Trade

Ondo Finance has taken a big step forward by adding Chainlink's data feeds to its platform. This move lets users trade tokenized versions of popular US stocks like SPY, QQQ, and Tesla on the Ethereum blockchain. These tokens represent real stocks and ETFs, making them more useful for trading and len

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Feb 12 2026CRIME

Teddy Persico Jr. : A Mob Boss's Legal Troubles

Teddy Persico Jr. , a well-known figure in the Colombo crime family, is facing sentencing in federal court. This isn't his first run-in with the law. Just a few weeks ago, he admitted to breaking parole. Now, he's looking at up to two years in prison, but experts think he might get off with a shorte

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