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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

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

politics

GOVERNORS AND THE WHITE HOUSE: A TANGLE OF INVITATIONS

February 12, 2026

A meeting at the White House that usually brings governors together has turned into a political mess. The event is scheduled for February 20 and usually includes governors from every state, both Democrats and Republicans. President Trump said he sent invitations to all governors except two Dem

technology

Waymo Stumbles Into Hotspot: A Curious Collision

February 12, 2026

The incident happened on Feb. 7 in the Morningside area of Atlanta, when a Waymo autonomous vehicle entered an active police scene on Cheshire Bridge Road. Police and SWAT teams were already engaged with a barricaded gunman who had just fired shots, wounding two officers. The Waymo cut through a li

health

How Tech and Health Smarts Affect Vaccine Choices in Older Europeans

February 12, 2026

Older adults in Europe face a tough time when it comes to getting the COVID-19 vaccine. It's not just about their health knowledge. It's also about whether they can use the internet. A big study looked at over 30, 000 people. It found that those who understand health info better are more likely to g

science

Building Smarter: How Designers Can Harness Wind for Greener Architecture

February 12, 2026

In the fight against climate change, architects are looking for ways to make buildings more eco-friendly. One big challenge is figuring out how wind affects buildings early in the design process. Most tools for this job are used late in the game, but small changes early on can make a huge difference

politics

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,

technology

New Study Shows How AI and Outsourced Teams Are Changing Legal Work

February 11, 2026

The legal world is shifting fast. New data shows that the amount of information lawyers must sift through keeps growing, while tools powered by artificial intelligence are becoming common. The mix of more data and new tech makes the job harder, but it also opens doors for smarter ways to handle case

health

The Hidden Link Between City Design and Elderly Well‑Being

February 11, 2026

Older people living in Guangzhou are finding that the places around them can shape how they feel inside. Researchers have started to look at how the built environment – things like sidewalks, parks and buildings – might influence mental health. But they realized that the answer is not simple: the

health

Animals and Healing in the Himalayan Hills

February 11, 2026

In the high mountains of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, people have lived for generations by turning to nature’s gifts for health. The area is a patchwork of cultures, each with its own stories about how animals can help cure sickness. Yet scientists have only just begun to listen. Researchers are now tra