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Top Athletes of the Week in Section V

February 23, 2026

The spotlight shines on high‑school sports stars from Section V, and this week’s fan vote decides who gets the title of Faber Builders Boys Sports Athlete of the Week for February 16‑22. The voting window closes at 8 p. m. Wednesday, and the winner will be revealed on Instagram Thursday morning. Sp

celebrities

Celebrating Stars on February 23

February 23, 2026

February 23 marks a special day for many actors, singers and musicians. The birthday list is packed with familiar names that have entertained audiences in film, television and music. At the top of the list is Kristin Davis, who turns 61 today. She made a memorable appearance in the 2006 remake of

finance

A Curious Look at Why Jeffrey Epstein Wanted Vatican Money Secrets

February 23, 2026

Jeffrey Epstein’s name keeps popping up in the news, but new emails reveal he had a particular interest in the Vatican Bank during the big 2012‑2013 church shake‑up. In one letter, he forwarded a report by journalist Edward Jay Epstein that talked about the Pope’s resignation and the change in leade

entertainment

Bright Red Love Reimagined: AMOR’s Temporary Journey

February 18, 2026

The city’s most vivid red sculpture, once perched in Sister Cities Park, has been taken down for a makeover. The piece, designed by Robert Indiana to echo his famous LOVE work at Kennedy Plaza, was removed on Wednesday morning for conservation. City officials plan to bring it back on May 1, just bef

politics

New FDA Warning Page Vanishes, Raising Concerns Over Autism “Cures”

February 18, 2026

The Food and Drug Administration quietly removed a government webpage that had warned about harmful autism treatments such as chelation, hyperbaric oxygen, chlorine dioxide and raw camel milk. The site was taken down at the end of 2025 because it had not been updated since 2019, according to a state

crime

A Wrongful Prison Sentence Over a Natural Drug

February 18, 2026

Ameen Alai, a father and body‑building coach, was sentenced to four years in federal prison on September 16, 2025. The charge was a single count of felony drug distribution, even though he never sold or handed out the drug in question. That drug was ibogaine, a plant‑derived alkaloid that some peopl

politics

Health Boost Video Features Kid Rock and RFK Jr. in a Gym‑Sauna Adventure

February 18, 2026

The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services launched a new wellness message by pairing singer Kid Rock with former senator Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The duo appeared shirtless in an Instagram clip that shows them working out, eating homemade meals, and relaxing in a sauna and cold plunge. They als

celebrities

A Giant of Hollywood Leaves a Lasting Legacy

February 18, 2026

Robert Duvall, a beloved figure in Hollywood, passed away at the age of 95, leaving behind a legacy that touched many lives. His impact on the film industry was immense, with countless celebrities sharing their memories and tributes. Al Pacino, who worked with Duvall on "The Godfather, " spoke high

entertainment

A Funny Take on Retirement and Secrets

February 17, 2026

A new comedy show called "Can You Keep a Secret? " has just wrapped up its first season. It's about a couple who pretend to die to get insurance money and then hide out while waiting for the cash. Sounds wild, right? The show stars Mandip Gill, who many know from "Doctor Who. " She plays a police o

health

The Hidden Dangers in Your Grocery Cart

February 16, 2026

People are starting to question the health effects of ultraprocessed foods. These are the packaged, ready-to-eat items that fill grocery store shelves. Two influential figures, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr. David Kessler, are leading the conversation. They point to a 1958 government classification c