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Iran’s 47th Revolution Day: Pride, Tension and a Nuclear Future

February 11, 2026

The 1979 Islamic Revolution reached its 47th anniversary in Iran on a day that mixed celebration with political pressure. State television broadcast crowds cheering for the government, burning American flags and chanting “Death to America! ” while fireworks painted Tehran’s night sky. Some viewers,

politics

Texas Senate Primary: Who Will Pull the Ticket?

February 11, 2026

The upcoming Texas GOP primary for the U. S. Senate is more than a single seat; it could set the tone for many other races on the ballot. Candidates like Sen. John Cornyn, Attorney General Ken Paxton, and Rep. Wesley Hunt are fighting for the top spot because whoever wins will be the face of the Rep

politics

Jobs in the US Start the Year Strong, but Numbers Hide a Slowdown

February 11, 2026

The latest jobs report, due Wednesday, is expected to show unemployment staying at 4. 4 percent. The Fed watches this figure closely because it helps gauge the labor market’s health, especially after President Trump tightened immigration rules. Those limits cut the number of new workers who can e

politics

Father Sentenced Over Daughter’s Hong Kong Activism

February 11, 2026

A 69‑year‑old man in Hong Kong was found guilty of trying to tap into a life insurance policy belonging to his daughter, an American activist who leads the Hong Kong Democracy Council in Washington. The case is the first of its kind under Hong Kong’s new national security law, which was enacted a ye

health

Screen Hours, Sleep Loss and Teen Mood in Dharan

February 11, 2026

Teenagers in Dharan spend almost five hours a day looking at screens, well over the two‑hour limit that health experts suggest. Because of this extra time in front of devices, many students do not get enough sleep. In a study of 259 secondary‑school pupils from both government and private scho

politics

Trump’s Immigration Support Plummets After Minnesota Shootings

February 11, 2026

A recent survey shows that people in the United States are losing faith in President Trump’s approach to immigration, especially after federal agents shot and killed two Americans in Minnesota last month. The poll indicates that Trump’s image on border security has fallen to the same level as his

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Border Agent’s Praise Sparks Debate Over Chicago Shooting

February 11, 2026

A federal official named Gregory Bovino, who directs immigration raids in Chicago, sent a congratulatory email to the Border Patrol agent who fired five shots at a 30‑year‑old woman from Chicago. The email praised the agent’s “excellent service” and urged him to keep working hard. The message is pa

business

Big Tech Moves to Miami, Leaves California Behind

February 11, 2026

Billionaires are swapping sunny California for warm Florida. Mark Zuckerberg, the head of Meta, has just bought a massive home on Miami’s Indian Creek. The deal is worth somewhere between $150 million and $200 million, according to a recent report. The seller is linked to the founder of Jer

science

Climate Debate Blog: A Fresh Look at the Facts

February 11, 2026

The blog “Watts Up With That” claims to be a top source for climate science. It gathers research, news and expert views about how Earth is changing and what that means for people. Its focus areas include the causes of global warming, predictions about future temperatures and how scientists study th

politics

India Calls for Clear Rules on Crypto to Keep Money Home

February 11, 2026

A member of India’s upper house said the country should set up clear rules for digital money. He pointed out that India already taxes gains from crypto at 30 percent, yet treats it as illegal. This mix of high taxes and unclear laws pushes traders to move abroad. The tax on virtual assets is