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Exciting Games and Surprises Await at the PlayStation Event

February 12, 2026

Sony’s upcoming State of Play will run for more than an hour on Thursday, February 12. It promises to showcase a mix of new visuals and gameplay from both independent creators and the company’s own studios. The schedule seems to lean heavily on upcoming releases for the PS5, with a handful of titles

politics

Russia Helps Cuba Despite US Tariff Threats

February 12, 2026

The Kremlin says it is looking for ways to support \"Cuba\" as the island faces an energy crisis. Russian officials claim they do not want a fight, but they also note that trade between Russia and \"Cuba\" is already small. When asked about the US plan to impose tariffs on any country that sells o

business

Ford Turns Factory into Power‑Storage Hub

February 12, 2026

Kentucky’s Ford plant in Glendale had been quiet for months after the company shut down a massive battery‑making area. The factory was built to make electric‑vehicle batteries, but sales fell short of expectations. Instead of leaving the space empty, Ford plans to shift production to large bat

politics

Free Speech Battles After Charlie Kirk’s Death

February 12, 2026

The death of right‑wing activist Charlie Kirk sparked a flood of lawsuits that show how people were targeted for their online comments. In one case, Larry Bushart, a retired officer in Lexington, Tennessee, was arrested after posting memes that mocked Republican mourners. Sheriff Nick Weems claim

politics

Russia’s Move to Replace WhatsApp with a State‑Made Messenger

February 12, 2026

The Russian government has stopped the popular messaging app WhatsApp in an effort to push people toward a new, state‑backed platform called Max. The change follows years of pressure on foreign messaging services that the authorities say do not keep user data inside Russia or stop illegal use. Ma

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

crime

Execution Marks First 2026 Death in Oklahoma

February 12, 2026

Kendrick Simpson, 45, was pronounced dead at 10:19 CT after a three‑drug injection in the Oklahoma State Penitentiary. He had been convicted for killing two men in a drive‑by shooting back in 2006, an act that began with a fight at an Oklahoma City nightclub. The incident started when Simpson and

entertainment

Portland Streets Inspire the Simpsons Family

February 12, 2026

The next episode of the longest‑running U. S. primetime series airs on Sunday, marking its 800th episode. The show’s famous family finds themselves in Philadelphia for this milestone, yet the roots of many characters run much farther west, deep in Portland, Ore. The creator grew up there and drew

sports

Bus Crash in Rural Iowa Leaves One Dead and 32 Injured

February 12, 2026

A school bus that was transporting the Iowa Lakes Community College baseball squad hit a ditch on a quiet highway near Twin Lakes, Iowa. The vehicle flipped over and caused serious injuries to everyone on board except for one fatality. The incident happened early in the morning, with no other car

sports

Jordan Stolz Wins First Olympic Gold in 1000‑Meter Speed Skating

February 12, 2026

Jordan Stolz, a young American speed skater who grew up skating on a frozen pond in Wisconsin, has claimed his first Olympic gold medal in the men’s 1000‑meter race at the Milan Cortina Games. The victory came after a tense wait of over ten minutes, as officials checked that his time was indeed the