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Closing Days of a Footshop Legacy

February 17, 2026

Footworks, a local shoe repair and orthotics shop that had been part of the community for almost five decades, is closing its doors. The business began in 1978 when Gary Lavoie and his wife Dorothy turned a tax refund into a new venture after their tree‑cutting company failed during a severe blizzar

sports

From Fisherman to Bobsledder: Shane Pitter's Unique Olympic Journey

February 17, 2026

Shane Pitter, a 26-year-old fisherman from Jamaica, is making waves in the world of bobsledding. While most people would have been fishing on a sunny day in Jamaica, Pitter was competing in the Milan Cortina Games. His journey from the sea to the ice is nothing short of remarkable. Pitter's story i

politics

A U. S. Diplomat's Trip to Strengthen Bonds with Europe's Conservative Leaders

February 16, 2026

Marco Rubio, the U. S. Secretary of State, is heading to Eastern Europe for a quick visit. He plans to meet with leaders from Slovakia and Hungary. These countries have leaders who are quite conservative and have a good relationship with former U. S. President Donald Trump. Rubio's trip is all abou

health

How Ready Are Parents to Handle Child Emergencies?

February 16, 2026

In Hungary, accidents involving children happen often. This is a big problem. When kids get hurt, the first help they get can make a huge difference. Parents are usually the first to help. But do they know what to do? A study looked at parents in Győr-Moson-Sopron county. It found that many parents

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Ukraine Urges EU to Set a Membership Date, But Leaders Say No

February 15, 2026

At the Munich Security Conference, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas told a panel that European governments are not ready to give Ukraine a concrete membership date, even though Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has asked for one as part of a peace deal with Russia. Zelenskiy reiterated o

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Hungary's Political Drama: Candidate's Private Life Under Scrutiny

February 14, 2026

In Hungary, politics is getting spicy with Peter Magyar, a prominent opposition figure, making headlines for reasons beyond his political views. Recently, Magyar confessed to attending a party in Budapest last August where he was caught on camera engaging in intimate activities. This isn't his first

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Hungary’s Election: War, Peace and a Tug‑of‑War Over the Future

February 13, 2026

Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who has ruled Hungary for 16 years, is turning the upcoming April election into a showdown about war versus peace. He warns that if his opponents win, Hungary could be pulled into the conflict in neighboring Ukraine. Orban says his party, Fidesz, is the safe choice for p

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Hockey's New Fanbase: How a TV Show is Changing the Game

February 13, 2026

The LA Kings' management is thrilled about the unexpected boost in NHL ticket sales. This surge is thanks to a popular HBO series, "Heated Rivalry, " which features hockey players in a romantic storyline. The show has sparked interest among new fans, particularly younger women. Initially, the team'

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Hugo Ekitike Turns Prediction Into Reality

February 12, 2026

Gary Neville, a former defender turned TV voice, once debated the fate of new Premier League forwards during the off‑season. He had doubted whether Hugo Ekitike, Liverpool’s recent sign from Frankfurt, would hit the mark right away. Yet the French striker has scored 15 goals this season, including t

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New Stadium Dreams for Portage and the Chicago Bears

February 11, 2026

Portage, a city in Indiana, is hoping to land a big deal by offering 300 acres of its own land for a Chicago Bears football stadium. The plan, dubbed “Halas Harbor, ” plays on the Bears’ famous headquarters in Lake Forest and aims to bring the team closer to its fan base in Northwest Indiana. The si