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Small School, Big Impact

February 23, 2026

A new learning hub is opening its doors for kids in Ogle and Lee counties who need a different classroom vibe. The place is called the Chana Education Center, and it’s built to help students who face anxiety, trauma, or learning differences thrive. Instead of a huge lecture hall, Chana offers a t

sports

Pelham’s Close‑Call Victory Over McGill‑Toolen

February 23, 2026

In a game that felt like a rollercoaster, Pelham managed to edge McGill‑Toolen 5-4 in the seventh inning. The win came when Andrew Petrock, a senior from West Alabama, delivered a single that broke the tie. Pelham’s run came after a series of chaotic events: three batters walked, two were hit by pit

politics

Unlicensed Betters May Lose Sponsorship Spots in UK Sports

February 23, 2026

The British government is thinking about stopping companies that operate without a national license from putting their logos on sports teams. The move aims to cut down the influence of illegal gambling firms and level the playing field for those that follow UK rules. Premier League clubs already

technology

Arctic Drone Race: Why NATO Must Catch Up

February 23, 2026

NATO’s plans to protect the far‑north are catching up to Russia’s rapid drone growth. Russia has built a huge fleet of unmanned aircraft and sea‑borne drones, learning from the war in Ukraine. Their new units fly across the Northern Sea Route and support missiles, surveillance, and even strike m

technology

MKS CEO Joins Tech Talk at Morgan Stanley

February 23, 2026

A leading tech company, MKS Inc. , will have its chief executive speak at a big industry event hosted by Morgan Stanley. The talk is scheduled for March 2, 2026, at 3:20 p. m. EST and will be streamed live on MKS’s investor website. The CEO, John T. C. Lee, is expected to discuss how MKS’s tools hel

crypto

A Quiet Game of Power in Crypto

February 18, 2026

THORChain, a network that lets people swap digital coins without needing permission, has become the center of a debate about who really runs it. The project claims that decisions are made by node operators voting together, but recent incidents have shown a single administrator can pause the whole sy

politics

New FDA Warning Page Vanishes, Raising Concerns Over Autism “Cures”

February 18, 2026

The Food and Drug Administration quietly removed a government webpage that had warned about harmful autism treatments such as chelation, hyperbaric oxygen, chlorine dioxide and raw camel milk. The site was taken down at the end of 2025 because it had not been updated since 2019, according to a state

celebrities

Celebrities Take the Ice: Stars at the 2026 Winter Games

February 18, 2026

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy drew a crowd that went beyond athletes and fans. Hollywood icons, musicians, and sports stars filled the venues in Milan and Cortina, turning the event into a star‑studded spectacle. The scene was colorful: from rap legends to Olympic athletes, the mix of personalit

science

How Flies Keep Their Rhythms in Check

February 18, 2026

Flies, like many creatures, have internal clocks that help them stay on schedule. These clocks control when they sleep, eat, and do other important things. But not all flies stick to the clock perfectly. Some are more flexible, and this flexibility might help them survive when things get tough. One

politics

Fox News Expands with New Podcast and Smart‑TV Alert

February 17, 2026

Fox Media is adding a fresh podcast called “Hang Out with Sean Hannity” to its lineup, aiming to grow its digital presence. The show will let listeners hear the host’s takes on politics and current events in a relaxed format. This move is part of Fox’s broader plan to reach audiences through more on