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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Justice Delivers a Verdict: Brazil Confronts the Dark Links Between Politics and Crime

A five‑judge panel at Brazil’s highest court has, after a tense week of arguments, found five men guilty of killing former councilwoman Marielle Franco and her driver in 2018. The case, long a flashpoint for political debate, shows how powerful forces can intersect with organized crime. The defenda

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Feb 26 2026SCIENCE

Brains that Keep Growing: How New Cells Help Memory Stay Sharp

New brain cells are still being made in people as they age, and those who keep producing them seem to remember better. Scientists studied brain tissue from people ranging from young adults to those over 80 who still have great memory. They counted cells that are in the early stages of becoming

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Feb 26 2026BUSINESS

Zoom Faces Lower Profit Forecast as Competition Tightens

Zoom’s latest earnings hint that the company may not meet analyst expectations for this quarter. The firm’s stock slipped almost 3 % after hours, reflecting investor concern about its future growth. The platform’s big‑business side remains solid, but its consumer and small‑biz segment is still unde

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Feb 25 2026EDUCATION

Teacher Wins Big Prize for Inspiring Students

A private school teacher in Los Angeles has been honored with a national teaching award that comes with a $25, 000 cash prize. The award, known as the “Oscar of Teaching, ” is given to educators who show exceptional skill and passion in the classroom. Only two teachers in California received this aw

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Russia’s War Economy and Its Long‑Term Risks

The war in Ukraine has become the main focus for Russia’s leader. He uses it to justify spending on weapons, pay soldiers and push his political agenda. This strategy has cost many lives. Estimates say about 1. 2 million Russians have been killed or injured. At the same time, the country i

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Feb 24 2026WEATHER

Heavy Snow Relief: Rhode Island Roads Open, But Caution Remains

The governor officially ended the travel restriction on Tuesday at noon, yet urged residents to avoid driving unless it is essential. He emphasized that recovering from the severe blizzard will take time and that efforts to restore normalcy are ongoing. During the storm, state police handled 269

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Feb 24 2026WEATHER

Snowstorm Aftermath: Power, Flights and New Challenges

The record‑breaking winter storm that swept the Northeast last week left a city of Providence with almost four feet of snow, smashing its previous high. Power lines snapped and trees fell, knocking out electricity for more than 350 000 people across the region. Even as crews work to restore power, a

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Trump Faces Low Economy Ratings Ahead of State‑of‑the‑Union

The upcoming State‑of‑the‑Union will see President Trump stepping onto a stage where many voters doubt his economic leadership. In his first term, he held steady or high approval on the economy, but since returning to office, those numbers have slipped. Many Americans blame rising costs and feel the

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Feb 24 2026WEATHER

Snowstorm Breaks Records in New York City

For the second day in a row, a powerful blizzard slammed into New York City, the Lower Hudson Valley and Long Island, pushing snow totals past every previous February mark. Four key weather stations around the city measured snowfall at midnight, each smashing records that had stood for decades. The

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Feb 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Blizzard’s 35‑Year Road Ahead: New Games, Big Plans and a Fresh Look

Blizzard Entertainment is celebrating its 35th birthday by announcing a wave of fresh projects and a bold vision for the future. The company’s president, Johanna Faries, said that the upcoming showcase will highlight teamwork across all its game studios and give fans a taste of what’s coming next.

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