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Berlinale’s Politics: A New Look at the Festival’s Fight for Free Speech

February 15, 2026

The Berlin film festival, founded in 1950 as a voice for the free world, has long been a stage for political protest. In recent years it backed Iranian demonstrators, condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and amplified Ukrainian filmmakers in exile. This year the focus has shifted from film to p

business

Rising Beef Prices: Why the Herd Is Shrinking and Costs Are Soaring

February 15, 2026

The price of beef has jumped faster than most other grocery items, climbing 15 % over the past year. Ground beef is hitting record highs, while chicken and milk prices stay flat or barely rise. Farmers blame a shrinking cattle population. The U. S. herd is the smallest it has been since the 1950s,

crypto

Crypto and Banks: Can They Share the Pie?

February 14, 2026

The crypto world and traditional banks are at odds over stablecoin yields. But a White House adviser says this doesn't have to be a zero-sum game. Patrick Witt thinks both sides can find common ground. Stablecoins are digital currencies pegged to traditional assets like the US dollar. Crypto compan

entertainment

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

February 14, 2026

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

politics

County Leaders Show Teamwork Despite Politics

February 12, 2026

The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners met at the community college to talk about how they will keep services running if federal money shrinks. The meeting was friendly and full of back‑and‑forth between the three members, who come from different parties. The chair, Jamila Winder, said the

religion

A Clash Over Hate: Conservative Panel Member Fired

February 12, 2026

A recent hearing on antisemitism turned heated, leading to the removal of a panel member. Carrie Prejean Boller, known for her conservative views, was kicked out of the federal Religious Liberty Commission. She had been defending Candace Owens, a commentator accused of spreading antisemitic ideas.

politics

Crime Numbers Drop, But Who Gets the Credit?

February 12, 2026

A recent social media post by Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary, backfired when she shared a graph showing a drop in crime rates across major U. S. cities. The graph, sourced from an Axios article, seemed to support President Trump's claims about his policies reducing crime. However,

entertainment

Super Bowl Stars and a Whole Foods Surprise

February 10, 2026

The halftime performance at the big football game was a star‑packed event. Fans saw Bad Bunny lead the show, while Lady Gaga, Cardi B and Ricky Martin also took the stage. The crowd cheered as each performer added their own flair, turning the event into a musical showcase that crossed genres and c

politics

Minnesota Judge Calls Out ICE for Ignoring Court Orders

January 29, 2026

In Minnesota, a federal judge has made a strong statement against ICE. He said they have broken nearly 100 court orders. This is a big deal. The judge, Patrick J. Schiltz, is not happy. He thinks ICE is acting like they are above the law. ICE has been very active in Minnesota. They have been follow

politics

A Man's Freedom and a Court's Warning

January 29, 2026

A man from Ecuador, Juan Tobay Robles, was finally let go by U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This happened after a judge in Minnesota said he should be freed. If ICE didn't let him go, their acting director, Todd Lyons, would have had to go to court and explain why they didn't follo