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Middle East’s Trade Surge: A Fresh Look at Global Growth

February 7, 2026

The Middle East is experiencing a notable rise in trade, even as global markets face uncertainty. Gulf Cooperation Council countries, such as the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, have driven this increase. Between 2021 and 2024, the region’s trade grew by about 15% each year. This rat

business

Small Biz Boost: $2, 500 Grants and Coaching for Washtenaw Owners

February 7, 2026

The county has opened a new window of help for local entrepreneurs who felt the squeeze of COVID‑19. A fresh grant program gives up to $2, 500 to small businesses that kept running through the pandemic and offers free coaching from two local partners. The initiative is run by the Office of Communi

technology

China’s Fourth Reusable Spacecraft Launch Shows Growing Ambition

February 7, 2026

China has successfully launched a reusable experimental spacecraft for the fourth time since 2020, using a Long March‑2F rocket from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. The mission aims to test reusable spacecraft technology and support peaceful space use, though details on the duration in orbit or

entertainment

Dance, Talkbacks and Art Shows in Arkansas

February 7, 2026

Ailey II, the second troupe of the famous Alvin Ailey dance company, will perform a night of fresh choreography on Saturday evening at the Hendrix Arts Center. Two new pieces are ready for their first public showing: “Berry Dreamin’, ” a dance set to Chuck Berry songs and created by former Ailey mem

science

A Quiet Doctor, A Loud Story

February 7, 2026

Jean‑Martin Charcot, a key figure in early neurology, is remembered this year as part of his 200th birthday. He worked in Paris and helped shape modern brain study, while also becoming a friend of writer Alphonse Daudet. Their friendship later soured because Daudet, who had a serious nerve disease,

celebrities

Overcoat Trend: Celebs Swap Puffers for Sleek Style

February 7, 2026

Celebrities are changing the way we think about winter coats. Instead of bulky puffers, stars like Halle Berry, Kaley Cuoco, and Laura Dern are wearing sharp overcoats that look smart and fit well. The new trend shows that a good coat can keep you warm without looking heavy. The idea of the overcoa

entertainment

Super Bowl 60 Ads: AI, Celebs and a Heartfelt Twist

February 7, 2026

The big game draws more than 120 million eyes, so brands are sparking a fireworks show off the field. This year’s lineup leans heavily on tech, health and nostalgia while keeping tone light amid recent news storms. Artificial‑intelligence firms dominate the billboards, with startups like Anthropi

sports

Sunday Sports Lineup: From Basketball to Super Bowl

February 7, 2026

A packed Sunday on television features everything from college hoops to the biggest NFL showdown. The day starts early with college basketball games on BTN and ESPNU, showcasing Southern Cal against Penn State and Tulsa facing South Florida. By noon, viewers can catch a CBS broadcast of Michigan ver

crypto

Bitcoin’s Quick Bounce Back After Market Sell‑Off

February 7, 2026

Bitcoin climbed from a low near $60, 000 to about $69, 000 this week, undoing the gains it had made after Donald Trump’s November 2024 election. \p The drop came during a broader sell‑off that saw the CoinDesk 20 index fall more than 17% in one week. Bitcoin lost roughly 16. 5%, while Ether, BNB an

crime

Nancy’s Vanishing: A Media Circus in the Desert

February 7, 2026

The news of an 84‑year‑old woman missing from a Tucson home has turned into a national spectacle, with the case of Nancy Guthrie becoming intertwined with her daughter Savannah’s role on a popular morning show. Police began their search after Nancy failed to attend church, and investigators found ev