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jean franklin

Health Bills, Family Bills: A Real Life Money Fight

February 26, 2026

Jean Franklin saved a lot of money before she became a mom. She and her husband, Charles—who calls himself Chaz—were ready to live comfortably in their house near Sacramento. But a health scare changed everything. In May, Jean felt shaky and went to the hospital after her speech got slurred. She lo

politics

Le Havre Mayor’s Future Could Hurt 2027 Campaign

February 26, 2026

A recent survey suggests that Edouard Philippe, the former Prime Minister who has led Le Havre since 2010, may lose his mayoral seat in next month’s local elections. The result would dent his hope of winning the 2027 presidential race, where he has been a frontrunner against far‑right contenders. T

technology

Smart‑Glasses Alert: A New Android App Tries to Keep You Safe

February 26, 2026

A new Android app called Nearby Glasses can warn people when smart glasses that use Bluetooth are close by. The program was created by Yves Jeanrenaud, a researcher from Darmstadt University in Germany. It looks for special identifiers that are always sent by the glasses’ Bluetooth signals, such as

crime

Cold‑Case Break: 81‑Year‑Old Arrested Over 30‑Year‑Old Murder

February 26, 2026

A murder that shocked a German town in the mid‑1990s finally has a suspect. In 1994, the body of Amy Lopez, a 24‑year‑old student from Texas, was found near the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress in Koblenz. Children had discovered her partially naked, badly bruised head and multiple stab wounds. The cri

weather

Massachusetts Roads Clear, But Caution Still Needed

February 24, 2026

The heavy snowfall that brought almost three feet of snow to parts of Massachusetts has finally allowed the state to lift its travel ban for non‑essential vehicles in four counties. The restriction on Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable and Dukes was removed at noon, giving residents a chance to move arou

celebrities

Stars Celebrate Their Birthday on February 24

February 24, 2026

The day brings a mix of celebrated actors, musicians and historic figures. George Thorogood, the rock singer known for his blues‑rock style, turns 76. He once played semi‑pro baseball before music took over his life. Actor Bonnie Somerville, famous for her TV roles, marks 52 years on this date

politics

French Embassy Cuts Ties with U. S. Envoy Over Missed Meeting

February 24, 2026

The United States lost an important diplomatic link after its ambassador to Paris failed to attend a crucial meeting with French officials. The event was set to address the U. S. response to the death of a far‑right activist, Quentin Deranque, who was killed during a protest in Lyon. The ambassador’

politics

Health Boost Video Features Kid Rock and RFK Jr. in a Gym‑Sauna Adventure

February 18, 2026

The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services launched a new wellness message by pairing singer Kid Rock with former senator Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The duo appeared shirtless in an Instagram clip that shows them working out, eating homemade meals, and relaxing in a sauna and cold plunge. They als

environment

Small Shifts, Big Climate Wins

February 18, 2026

People often think that climate change is a problem too huge for one person to affect. Yet the numbers say otherwise. If just ten percent of Americans changed a few daily habits—what they eat, how they travel, how they heat their homes and what clothes they buy—the planet could see a massive drop in

crypto

Hong Kong's Crypto Push: What's New and Why It Matters

February 16, 2026

Hong Kong is stepping up its game in the crypto world. At a recent event, officials shared plans to boost the city's digital asset scene. This includes new rules for crypto trading and upcoming licenses for stablecoins. The goal? To make Hong Kong a friendlier place for crypto businesses. Why does