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How Storytelling Affects Trust and Connection

February 17, 2026

People often share personal stories to teach others and help them make choices. But how do we know if these stories are true? A study looked into this. It found that when someone tells a story with lots of details, people believe it more. They also feel more trusting and empathetic towards the story

politics

A Judge Steps In: Philadelphia's Slavery Exhibit Gets a Second Chance

February 17, 2026

In a recent turn of events, a judge in Pennsylvania made a big decision. She told the National Park Service to put back a slavery exhibit in Philadelphia. This exhibit was taken down last month. The judge said the government can't just remove historical facts because they don't like them. The exhib

crypto

How Crypto Helped a Mom Stand on Her Own Two Feet

February 16, 2026

Karin, a mom of four from Fort Worth, Texas, found herself in a tough spot after her marriage fell apart. She had no access to bank accounts or credit cards, leaving her with just $56 to her name. Banks turned her away when she tried to deposit cash, citing anti-money laundering laws and the fact th

crime

Violence and Fires in Savannah: A Mixed Picture for 2025

February 15, 2026

Savannah’s latest safety report shows that crime is a little higher this year, but some types of incidents have gone down. The police say overall violent crime rose by 3%, mainly because homicides went up to 28 and domestic fights without guns increased. Still, the department cleared 89% of homicide

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Coinbase Loses Big, Ethereum Eyes Quick Comeback

February 15, 2026

Coinbase slipped into a $667 million loss in its latest quarter, ending an eight‑quarter run of profits. The exchange earned 66 cents per share, falling short of analysts’ 92‑cent forecast by a full quarter. Revenue fell 21. 5 % to $1. 78 billion, missing the $1. 85 billion expected by experts

politics

Teen’s Fight Against Cancer and Immigration Scrutiny Ends in Tragic Loss

February 15, 2026

A young girl named Ofelia Torres was battling a serious illness while her dad faced detention by federal immigration agents. Her story first reached the public eye when her father, Ruben Torres Maldonado, was taken into custody at a Home Depot in Niles. At that time Ofelia had paused her cance

opinion

A 35‑Year‑Old Film Faces Modern Critique

February 15, 2026

The movie that first hit theaters on February 14, 1991, is now thirty‑five years old. That film, a landmark in psychological horror, has recently sparked debate among its creators about how it handled a character linked to transgender themes. One actor, who portrayed the infamous serial killer, s

celebrities

Halle Berry Says “Age Isn’t the Talk”

February 15, 2026

In a recent promotion for her new film, Berry joined her co‑stars in a fan‑comment reading segment. When a viewer wrote that she “does not age” at 59, Berry paused and pointed out how often her age is mentioned compared to the men around her. The male actors, both over 40, rarely face the same scrut

politics

Valentine Vibes, Sports Wins, and City Politics in One Week

February 15, 2026

Chicago celebrates love with a bright sports highlight. An American skier got engaged after winning gold at the Milan Cortina Games, while ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates earned silver. The U. S. team also saw Lindsey Vonn crash and miss the Games, but Jordan Stolz won gold in speedskati

politics

Judges Avoid Climate Bias in New Manual

February 15, 2026

A new guide for judges was almost full of climate alarm. The Federal Judicial Center released a 1600‑page manual that explains science for courts. Its latest edition added a 100‑page climate chapter. The chapter said that human activity is the main cause of weather disasters. That claim,