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A Simple Farm Life That Wins Hearts

February 26, 2026

The world of Stardew Valley offers a calm escape where players can grow crops, raise animals and form friendships in a pixelated town. Its popularity has exploded, with nearly 50 million copies sold and even live orchestral performances of its music. The game was created by a single developer

health

Heat‑Wave Alerts Get Smarter, Save Lives

February 26, 2026

In Spain, 2025 was the hottest summer on record, beating 2022 by about one tenth of a degree. Yet, fewer people died from the heat—908 deaths less than in 2022. Researchers wondered if a tweak to how authorities warn about heat waves could explain this drop. They looked at each province’s year

business

Future of a Pork Giant in Sioux Falls

February 26, 2026

A big change is coming to downtown Sioux Falls. The city’s leaders and the head of Smithfield Foods said that the company will leave its old plant near Falls Park for a new, larger site in an industrial area up north. The current facility has been there since 1909 and was bought by Smithfield in 199

politics

Road Plans, Voter Alerts and a Life‑Saving ER Reunion

February 26, 2026

Osceola County will open the floor to residents on Thursday, March 5 at 5:30 p. m. for a discussion about the upcoming Project Development and Environment study that will shape Lake Tohopekaliga Road and nearby streets. The meeting takes place at the St. Cloud Community Center, but anyone can join o

sports

Spartans Brace for Loud Battle at Purdue’s Home Court

February 26, 2026

The upcoming game against Purdue will see Michigan State traveling to a venue known for its intimidating atmosphere. The Spartans have struggled at this site, losing seven straight contests there and not tasting victory since 2014. Most players on the roster have never played at this arena, so th

environment

Engineers: Quiet Builders of Tomorrow

February 26, 2026

Engineers shape the roads, bridges and water that keep communities alive. Their work is often hidden behind everyday life, yet it decides how safe and clean our world feels. The latest National Engineer’s Week highlighted this unseen influence, urging young people to see engineering as a creat

politics

EU Boosts Funds to Help Women Access Abortions

February 26, 2026

The European Union announced a new plan to increase financial help for women who need abortions. This move follows a year‑long campaign that gathered more than one million citizens from all 27 member states. The supporters pushed for greater support in countries where abortion laws are strict. Comm

business

Sprouts Expands in Florida, Targeting Health‑Focused Shoppers

February 26, 2026

Sprouts Farmers Market is opening new stores in Florida, with locations announced for Daytona Beach and Clermont. The chain plans to launch a third outlet in Naples next month, followed by openings in Lecanto and Lake Nona. A future store is slated for New Smyrna Beach, expected to start in 20

crime

Greek Court Sentences Four for Illegal Data Collection

February 26, 2026

A Greek judge has found four people, including the head of a spying company, guilty of stealing private information during 2020‑21. The decision follows a wave of accusations that politicians were secretly monitored by state tools, sparked in 2022. The Supreme Court earlier dropped a case against th

business

Albuquerque Food Checks: Four Places Shut, Others Warning

February 26, 2026

The city’s food safety team recently inspected a range of restaurants and other venues, uncovering serious hygiene problems that led to closures for four establishments. The inspectors used a color‑coded system: green means safe, yellow signals problems that must be fixed, and red indicates major vi