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Winter Games Fantasy: Pick Your Team and Win

February 6, 2026

The Olympic season is here, and fantasy sports fans can join the excitement even if real competitions are still in their early stages. Fantasy Olympics lets you draft teams or choose individual athletes, giving everyone a chance to bet on the event that happens only every four years. There are tw

science

Italian Study Confirms Couple Resilience Scale Works Well

February 6, 2026

A new research project in Italy tested a tool that measures how well couples bounce back from stress. The scale, called the Couple Resilience Inventory (CRI), was translated and checked with 360 people from a wide age range, most of whom were women. The study looked at how the questions fit together

education

University of Utah: A Big Boost for Jobs, Money and Learning

February 6, 2026

The University of Utah is the state’s second‑largest school, but its influence stretches far beyond campus. A fresh report from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute shows how the university fuels Utah’s economy, creates jobs, and shapes culture. In 2024 the U. directly hired nearly 45 000 people,

politics

Education Department Faces Same Budget Despite Trump’s Cuts

February 6, 2026

"The House has decided to keep the Department of Education on a steady financial footing for 2026, even though President Trump has openly called for a $12 billion reduction. This decision comes after the administration trimmed staff by about half, yet the department still ranks just below Defense, H

politics

Zelenskiy Urges Faster Air‑Defence and Power Repairs

February 6, 2026

Zelenskiy spoke to the nation, demanding quicker action on Ukraine’s air defences and the repair of damaged electricity grids. Russian forces have carried out night attacks for over a month, using drones and missiles that slipped past existing defences and left many apartment blocks without power o

environment

Environmental Talks in Arkansas: What You Need to Know

February 6, 2026

The first big gathering for eco‑issues happens on Feb. 20 at Hendrix College, inside Worsham Hall. The yearly Environmental Policy Summit is now in its tenth year. A host of local groups, from the Arkansas Climate League to the Sierra Club, back this event. The program will run from 9 a. m. to 3 p.

politics

Police Search Homes in Probe of Former Ambassador’s Ties to Epstein

February 6, 2026

British police carried out searches at two homes linked to Peter Mandelson, a former ambassador who is under scrutiny for alleged misconduct in public office. The investigations stem from new evidence that shows close connections between Mandelson and the late U. S. financier Jeffrey Epstein. The U

finance

Amazon Stock Slips, but Traders Find a New Angle

February 6, 2026

After Amazon released its quarterly numbers, the stock fell sharply. Investors were shocked by a 10% drop after the earnings report, pushing the share price to around $197. Despite the decline, the company still posted a record fourth‑quarter revenue of $213. 4 billion, up 14% from last year.

education

School Finance Role Still Open in Forsyth County

February 6, 2026

Forsyth County schools have announced that the position of finance officer has not yet been filled, according to local officials. The vacancy means the district is still searching for a qualified candidate to oversee its budget and financial planning. The role is essential because it handles day‑to

business

Toyota Faces Profit Hit and Leadership Shake‑Up

February 6, 2026

Toyota announced that its quarterly earnings fell 43 percent, a sharp drop that reflects the pressure from higher material costs and U. S. tariffs on imported parts. The company also revealed that its long‑time finance chief, Kenta Kon, will step into the CEO and president roles in April. Kon