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Local Hardware Shop Shuts Doors After 53 Years

February 23, 2026

A longtime fixture in Mountain View will close its doors this summer, ending 53 years of service to the community. The shop had survived the pandemic as an essential business, but its fortunes slipped sharply once restrictions eased. The owner noted that each year brought fewer sales. Customers who

technology

Building Stronger Materials for the Future

February 23, 2026

A San Diego company is stepping up its game in producing tough materials that can survive extreme heat, radiation and stress. The firm, General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Oak Ridge National Laboratory. This partnership aims to speed up the creation

health

Hair Growth Boosts on Sale – Grab 15% Off Now

February 23, 2026

Nutrafol, a well‑known hair‑care brand, is offering its range of growth supplements at 15% off for a short period. The discount applies to all products sold on Amazon, including the new men’s 50+ formula and various options for women. The brand markets its products as “gold‑standard” because they

health

Check Your Freezer: Trader Joe’s Chicken Fried Rice Recall

February 23, 2026

A sudden recall has hit a popular frozen dish. Trader Joe’s is pulling its chicken fried rice from stores nationwide. The problem? Small glass pieces might be hidden inside the rice. Four shoppers spotted shards in their bags. No one was hurt, but the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) says

politics

Birthright Citizenship: Soil Beats Blood

February 23, 2026

The U. S. Constitution says anyone born on American soil and under its flag is a citizen, no matter who their parents are. This rule does not care about race, gender, religion, or whether the parents are U. S. citizens. It simply looks at where a baby is born and that the country’s flag is abo

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

finance

Municipality Finance Raises €1 Billion in New Bonds

February 23, 2026

Municipality Finance Plc, one of Finland’s biggest credit firms, announced it will issue a €1 billion bond on 24 February 2026. The note matures on 14 June 2033 and pays a fixed interest rate of 2. 750% per year. The bond is part of a €50 billion debt‑raising plan that the company has been runnin

technology

Building a Faster Future for Solana in Asia

February 23, 2026

Solana Company is launching a new project called the “Pacific Backbone” to create a high‑speed network across key Asian cities. The plan links Seoul, Tokyo, Singapore and Hong Kong with low‑latency connections that will help Solana users stake tokens, validate transactions and trade quickly. The

finance

Lifestyle Communities’ Stock Faces Mixed Signals From Analysts

February 23, 2026

Recent reports from major financial firms show a cautious stance toward Lifestyle Communities Ltd. A Citi analyst has moved the company to a Hold rating, suggesting investors keep an eye on the stock but not take immediate action. The same analyst set a target price of A$5. 60, indicating modest ups

politics

Honoring Families of Crime Victims: A New Day at the White House

February 23, 2026

President Donald Trump will sign a proclamation on Monday, naming February 22 as “Angel Family Day. ” The day will pay tribute to families who lost loved ones in violent incidents linked to illegal migration. The choice of date honors Laken Riley, a 22‑year‑old nursing student from Georgia who wa