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City Council’s Big Budget Moves: From School Fields to Animal Shelters

February 25, 2026

The council met on Feb. 19 and decided to release $2. 3 million from the city’s free‑cash pile, a move that follows the mayor’s request and the Finance Committee’s nod. The biggest chunk—$2 million—was earmarked for Westfield High School’s new athletic fields. City Treasurer‑Collector Matthew Bar

politics

Rumors About Malaysia’s Anti-Corruption Agency Spark Call for Royal Probe

February 25, 2026

A prominent party in Malaysia’s ruling coalition has urged the government to set up a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) after recent accusations against the country’s anti‑corruption agency, the MACC. Earlier this month, media outlets reported that MACC officials were allegedly aiding businessmen

sports

Surprise in the Florida Swing: A New Look at the 2026 Cognizant Classic

February 24, 2026

The 2026 PGA Tour starts its Florida Swing with the Cognizant Classic, a field that includes champions like Shane Lowry and Brook Koepka. Fans often turn to FanDuel Sportsbook for odds, where Lowry and Ryan Gerard share the top spot at +1600. The Højgaard brothers, Nicolai and Rasmus, appear next wi

politics

A Call for Transparency Over a Royal Trade Role

February 24, 2026

The House of Commons has moved to demand that documents about a former prince’s decade‑long service as a UK trade envoy be made public. The motion, led by the Liberal Democrats, seeks to uncover how he was selected and whether his ties to a notorious financier affected his work. Trade minister Chri

lifestyle

Enjoying Outdoor Drinks in Phoenix

February 24, 2026

Phoenix offers a sunny escape for drink lovers, with temperatures often hovering between 60 and 80 degrees. This guide spotlights spots where locals can sip, chat, or read while soaking up the mild weather. Arizona Wilderness DTPHX hosts a spacious beer garden that feels like an escape from downt

business

Saving the Luxury Store Dream

February 24, 2026

Saks Global, which owns famous names like Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, fell into bankruptcy a little over a year after it was created. Many people blamed the former chairman, Richard Baker, for the collapse. In a quiet meeting in Manhattan, he told reporters that he was actually trying to he

celebrities

Jeff and Lauren Become Honorary Leaders at the Met Gala

February 24, 2026

The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced that Jeff and Lauren will serve as honorary chairs for its annual fundraising event, the Met Gala. This role is a step above being just sponsors; it places them at the top of the event’s lineup and near the museum’s iconic steps. The announcement came in a

business

College Audit Uncovers Oversight Gaps, Not Missing Funds

February 23, 2026

College officials say a recent forensic audit found no missing money and that the institution is still in “excellent fiscal condition” while building reserves, yet it also revealed serious failures in financial oversight that left trustees unaware of millions in transactions. The audit was ordered a

health

Older Adults: What Their Power Says About Falls

February 23, 2026

Older people who fall often have weaker muscles. Researchers wanted to see how the speed of lifting a load, muscle images, strength tests, and daily habits differ between those who have fallen and those who haven’t. They studied 62 seniors, about 68 years old on average, in three lab visits. In e

finance

A Curious Look at Why Jeffrey Epstein Wanted Vatican Money Secrets

February 23, 2026

Jeffrey Epstein’s name keeps popping up in the news, but new emails reveal he had a particular interest in the Vatican Bank during the big 2012‑2013 church shake‑up. In one letter, he forwarded a report by journalist Edward Jay Epstein that talked about the Pope’s resignation and the change in leade