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Goats Take Over Fire Station for Green Cleanup

February 17, 2026

In a twist that might make you smile, a fire department in Missouri has swapped out loud machines for a herd of hungry goats to keep their land tidy. The West Metro Fire Protection District decided to try something different. They hired goats to clear out pesky weeds and overgrown plants around Stat

politics

Europe Steps Up Its Own Defence, Lessening US Reliance

February 15, 2026

European leaders gathered in Munich to signal a shift toward greater self‑reliance after recent strains with the United States. The conversation began with a warning that some boundaries had been crossed and could not be undone, hinting at deeper mistrust. The United States, under President Trump

technology

Europe’s New Tech‑Security Blueprint

February 15, 2026

The 62nd gathering in Munich began on February 13, 2026, and it feels different from past meetings. For many years the conference was all about aircraft, soldiers, and treaties. Now cyber threats, artificial intelligence, and digital infrastructure sit right next to tanks on the agenda. German lead

entertainment

New Shows, Movies and Music to Hit Your Screen

February 15, 2026

Emma Thompson heads a tense thriller that lands on HBO Max this week. The film follows a lonely man who gets lost near a Minnesota lake during a blizzard and discovers a cabin where a young woman is held captive by an armed couple. Fans of gritty, atmospheric stories will find the mood just right.

sports

South Shore Athletes Shine in Recent High School Sports Events

February 15, 2026

The Calcano Da Silva brothers made history at the MIAA Division 5 track championships. Nathan Calcano Da Silva broke a meet record in the 300 meters, finishing in 34. 56 seconds. His brother, Aiden, was close behind, securing second place with a time of 34. 98 seconds. Aiden also earned a third-plac

sports

A Close Shave and a Senior Send-Off: Staten Island's Hoops Highlights

February 15, 2026

Staten Island Academy's boys' basketball team faced a tough loss in the ACIS Championship, falling to Dwight School by just three points. The Tigers, who entered the tournament as the second seed, put up a good fight, especially after being down by 14 points in the second half. They managed to take

celebrities

Actors Share Love and Loss After James Van Der Beek’s Passing

February 12, 2026

The news of James Van Der Beek’s death at 48, after a fight with stage‑3 colorectal cancer, has set off a wave of heartfelt messages from his peers. Friends and co‑stars across the industry have taken to social media, each offering a personal tribute that highlights his warmth and talent. Sarah M

celebrities

Cane‑Party: A 30‑Year Celebration That Turns Super Bowl Week Into a Celebrity Hangout

February 12, 2026

Raising Cane’s marked its 30th birthday by turning San Francisco into a celebrity playground during Super Bowl week. The owner, Todd Graves, invited athletes, actors and pop stars to a series of events that ran from a pre‑party at Charmaine’s on Saturday night, through a brunch at Villon on Sunday m

health

Healthcare Workers, Their Choices, and the Limits of Abortion Care

February 12, 2026

The topic is how doctors, nurses and other staff in Australia decide not to help with abortions. Their personal beliefs sometimes stop them from providing the service, but no one has looked closely at why or how this happens. Because of that gap, we don’t know if the rules in place actually he

politics

French Diplomat Linked to Epstein: A New Investigation Begins

February 11, 2026

A French foreign minister has alerted prosecutors about a mid‑level diplomat who may have shared United Nations documents with the late Jeffrey Epstein. The diplomat, named Fabrice Aidan, is mentioned in over 200 U. S. Department of Justice documents that include emails he sent to Epstein between 20