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The Vatican plans to tighten safety inside St Peter’s Basilica after a few vandal incidents, but officials want to keep the site from feeling like a military base. Cardinal Mauro Gambetti said that more than 20 million people visited the basilica last year, and that the recent trouble was a tiny

celebrities

Celebrity Crimes: When Fame and Misconduct Collide

Celebrities often capture our attention with their talent and charm, but behind the glitz and glamour, some have faced serious allegations of misconduct. Take Mark Wahlberg, for instance. As a teenager, he was involved in racist attacks, including throwing rocks at Black children and assaulting Viet

finance

Tech ETFs: A Look at China's Digital Growth

China's tech scene is booming, and investors are taking notice. Three ETFs stand out: TCHI, CQQQ, and KWEB. Each offers a unique way to invest in China's tech future. TCHI is a solid choice. It follows the MSCI China Technology All Shares Index. This ETF covers a broad range of tech areas. From sof

Vermont's Top Winter Athletes: Who's Making Waves?

Vermont's high school sports scene is buzzing with talent this winter. Every week, fans get to choose their favorite athletes from a list of impressive nominees. This week, five boys athletes are in the spotlight for their outstanding performances. Forrest Barnes from Burr and Burton showed off his

Weekend of Hoops and Stars: NBA All-Star Extravaganza in Inglewood

February 16, 2026

The NBA All-Star weekend just wrapped up in Inglewood, and it was a star-studded event. The new Intuit Dome, home of the Clippers, hosted the festivities for the first time. The weekend kicked off with the celebrity game on Friday. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Anthony Anderson led their respective team

crypto

Building a Stable Future: How Banks and Tech Teams Are Shaping On‑Chain Money

The gathering in Hong Kong saw key players from blockchain firms, banks and cloud providers chat about how digital money can fit into everyday business. The meeting was private and aimed at deciding the next steps for a technology that is still new but already worth more than $100 billion in market

politics

Tax Cuts for Oregon Workers, Not the Rich

Oregon lawmakers are pushing a bill that would lower taxes for more than 200, 000 families and give a $25 million credit to local businesses that create good jobs. The proposal aims to fix the state’s budget gap created by federal tax cuts that largely benefited billionaires. If the current fede

When a Sports Columnist Gets Stuck

The period right after the Super Bowl is a tough patch for Chicago sports writers. No Bulls are in the NBA All‑Star Game, the NHL is on a break for winter events, and the Cubs and White Sox are still in Arizona warming up. With no big local stories or national drama to chew on, the usual routi

Night of Nerve and Nets: All‑Star Saturday Unpacked

In the glow of Inglewood’s Intuit Dome, the NBA All‑Star weekend’s star‑buried Saturday night unfurled with a mix of fireworks and strategy. The 3‑point shootout opened the show, featuring Damian Lillard’s comeback after an Achilles tear and a field of talent that stretched from Devin Booker to Norm

politics

Europe Faces Fallout While U. S. Remains Calm