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Retirees Demand a Health Care Fix in New York City

February 28, 2026

The city’s promise to retirees that their health care would stay solid after 30 years of service is now shaky. A former crossing guard who spent three decades on the job has seen his trusted medication coverage slip through the cracks since January 1, when the city switched to a new UnitedHealthcare

health

Prison Health Crisis: Blindness, Broken Promises and Unchecked Neglect

February 28, 2026

In a state prison far from Chicago, a 74‑year‑old inmate’s eyes are fading because of a treatable disease that has been ignored for years. The man, who has spent more than thirty years behind bars, first noticed hazy vision in the early 2000s. Doctors later told him he had glaucoma, a condition that

politics

Fear Swirls as Iran Faces New Threats

February 28, 2026

Iran’s streets filled with long lines at gas stations as residents fled city centers, seeking safety after a joint strike by the United States and Israel. Early Saturday morning, explosions shook Tehran, sending smoke clouds into the sky and rattling the start of a working week. A man in Tehran hurr

technology

Rolls‑Royce Eyes a Comeback in the Narrow‑Body Market

February 28, 2026

Rolls‑Royce recently released its 2025 financial results, and while the numbers were strong, a key message went beyond profit figures. The company hinted that it wants to re‑enter the narrow‑body engine arena, but not alone. The single‑aisle sector is where most airliners are built and sold, so a

science

A New Way to Heat Germany with Underground Energy

February 28, 2026

In a quiet spot beneath the Alpine foothills, two heavy machines stand ready to drill into the earth. The scene looks more like a mining site than an oil field, yet the crew uses familiar tools from the petroleum sector. Their goal is different: to pull heat from deep below instead of oil. The proj

religion

Pope Urges Priests to Keep Sermons Human, Not Machine‑Made

February 28, 2026

The Pope met with Rome’s priests on February 19 and said they should not use computers to write sermons. He explained that machines can’t share faith the way people do. The message was clear: real human connection is essential for ministry. He compared writing a homily to exercising a muscle.

politics

AI Company Hits Back After Pentagon Declares Supply‑Chain Risk

February 28, 2026

Anthropic’s chief executive, Dario Amodei, slammed the U. S. Defense Department’s recent label of the company as a “supply‑chain risk” in an interview with CBS News. He described the move as retaliatory and punitive, arguing that it was a first‑time sanction against an American firm. The label ca

business

New Leaders and Big Moves in Kansas Business

February 28, 2026

In the latest wave of changes across Topeka and surrounding areas, several local firms are hiring fresh talent while promoting seasoned experts. A law practice from Washburn University graduates is adding a new associate who will tackle civil and corporate cases, while another legal‑HR firm brings i

science

Personality Types and How Happy Radiographers Are With Their Jobs

February 28, 2026

Radiography is a field where people often wonder if their personality fits the work. A recent study looked at this by using the Myers‑Briggs Type Indicator, a popular tool that groups people into 16 personality types. The researchers first found which of these types were most common among radiograph

sports

UCLA Women’s Basketball Shines Under New Coach

February 28, 2026

The Bruins’ women’s team has stepped into the spotlight, thanks to a coach who mixes discipline with heart. Under her guidance, players learn to play smart and support one another, echoing the spirit of a legendary mentor from the past. Their recent season is not just about victories; it shows g