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senate homeland security committee

Unexpected Airspace Pause Over El Paso

February 12, 2026

The FAA abruptly halted all flights to and from El Paso International Airport at 11:30 p. m. local time, citing “special security reasons. ” The ban covered a 10‑mile radius around the city and reached into Santa Teresa, New Mexico, but left aircraft above 18, 000 feet unaffected. Officials did not

business

Billionaire Homes: Zuckerberg’s New Miami Mansion and the Island Elite

February 12, 2026

Mark Zuckerberg, the Meta chief, is buying a luxury house on Indian Creek Island near Miami, a private community that only has 41 lots and about 84 residents. The island is known for its exclusivity, with homes starting around $60 million and some selling for up to $200 million. Even an empty plot c

politics

Foreign Money in U. S. Colleges: A New Look at the Numbers

February 12, 2026

U. S. universities have just released a fresh list showing that more than five billion dollars flowed from overseas donors and contracts in 2025. The data is part of a broader effort by the current administration to shine a light on foreign influence in higher education. The list spots big names

politics

Europe’s NATO Meeting: Shifting Roles and New Arctic Plans

February 12, 2026

European leaders met in Brussels to discuss how the United States is stepping back from its traditional leadership role in NATO. The U. S. defense chief, Pete Hegseth, did not attend the meeting, a rare omission that raised questions about America’s commitment to European security. He was replaced b

crime

The Hidden Link Between a Football Owner and a Shocking Scandal

February 12, 2026

Steve Tisch, the owner of the New York Giants and a well‑known Hollywood figure, had an unexpected friendship with Jeffrey Epstein that surfaced only after thousands of private emails were released. The connection began when a Russian model, who had been paid by Epstein for travel and grooming, aske

technology

Vulcan Rocket Faces Booster Glitch During Classified Mission

February 12, 2026

The United Launch Alliance’s new Vulcan rocket took off from Cape Canaveral early Thursday, carrying secret Space Force payloads that were meant to reach a geosynchronous orbit. The launch began smoothly, with the twin BE‑4 engines and four solid boosters pushing the vehicle skyward. However, about

technology

Cloud Wins When AI Meets DevOps

February 12, 2026

In today’s fast‑moving tech world, speed, automation and safety are the top priorities for any business. A key player is making sure these three areas work together by blending cloud services, DevOps workflows and artificial intelligence. Early on, companies split their teams: coders built software

politics

U. S. Boosts AI and Fishing Tech at APEC to Counter China

February 12, 2026

The United States is stepping up its push for artificial intelligence and maritime monitoring tools at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meetings held in southern China. This move is part of a larger strategy to keep U. S. influence strong in the region as tensions with China grow. A senior U.

politics

Kyrgyzstan’s Power Shift: A New Face in Security

February 12, 2026

The chair of Kyrgyzstan’s parliament stepped down on Thursday, and several people who had supported the former head of security were taken into custody. This move comes after President Sadyr Japarov decided to remove the former security chief, Kamchybek Tashiev, who had been a key ally of his. Th

politics

White House Climate Rollback and Minnesota Immigration Shift

February 12, 2026

President Trump and EPA head Lee Zeldin will speak at the White House today, announcing a reversal of an Obama‑era climate assessment that had triggered extensive new rules and billions in spending. The decision marks a sharp pivot from past environmental policies, sparking debate over its long‑term

Unexpected Airspace Pause Over El Paso

Billionaire Homes: Zuckerberg’s New Miami Mansion and the Island Elite

Foreign Money in U. S. Colleges: A New Look at the Numbers

Europe’s NATO Meeting: Shifting Roles and New Arctic Plans

The Hidden Link Between a Football Owner and a Shocking Scandal

Vulcan Rocket Faces Booster Glitch During Classified Mission

Cloud Wins When AI Meets DevOps

U. S. Boosts AI and Fishing Tech at APEC to Counter China

Kyrgyzstan’s Power Shift: A New Face in Security

White House Climate Rollback and Minnesota Immigration Shift

Unexpected Airspace Pause Over El Paso