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High‑School Basketball Highlights: February 16–22

February 17, 2026

Boys basketball saw a mix of solid wins and close games. Conner finished strong with 73 points over Elder’s 56, while Goshen edged Fenwick 63‑53. Calvary Christian posted a lower score against Gallatin County, but Newtport still pulled ahead of Beechwood. Scott edged Walton‑Verona in a high‑scoring

science

Keeping Artemis II Astronauts Healthy: A Two-Week Lockdown

February 17, 2026

The Artemis II mission, set to be the first human moon voyage in half a century, is taking no chances with astronaut health. Before liftoff, the four crew members must spend 14 days in quarantine. This isn't just about avoiding major illnesses; even a simple cold can cause big problems in space. For

education

Young Minds Get a Grip on Money Matters

February 17, 2026

In Blauvelt, young students are getting a crash course in managing money. This is not your typical class. It's a new program at South Orangetown Middle School. The class is called Finance and Careers. It's designed to teach seventh-graders the basics of handling money. The idea behind this class is

health

A New Hope for Jet Lag Sufferers: Scientists Discover a Game-Changing Compound

February 17, 2026

In a groundbreaking discovery, a group of researchers in Japan have identified a compound that could revolutionize how we deal with jet lag and other sleep disorders. This compound, named Mic-628, has shown promising results in resetting the body's internal clock, known as the circadian rhythm. The

sports

Michigan Takes the Lead in College Basketball Rankings

February 17, 2026

Michigan has grabbed the top spot in the college basketball rankings. They are now the unanimous number one team. This is after they won ten games in a row. Arizona, which was number one for five weeks, lost two games and fell to fourth place. Houston is now second in the rankings. Duke moved up to

sports

Zabit's Comeback: From UFC to Grappling?

February 17, 2026

Zabit Magomedsharipov, a name that once echoed in the UFC, might be making a comeback. But this time, it's not in the Octagon. The 34-year-old Russian fighter, known for his impressive skills, has been away from the UFC for almost seven years. He left the sport in 2022 to pursue a career in medicine

weather

Mississippi's Recent Tornadoes: What We Know and What's Next

February 17, 2026

Mississippi has seen a series of tornadoes recently, but the good news is that no one was hurt. There were five tornadoes confirmed, and they were not very strong. Most of them were rated EF-1, with wind speeds between 100 and 110 mph. One was an EF-0, with winds up to 85 mph. These tornadoes hit i

entertainment

Box Office Bonanza: Disney Leads the Pack in 2026

February 16, 2026

Disney has made history by becoming the first studio to hit the $1 billion mark worldwide in 2026, and they're not slowing down. With seven weeks already under their belt, the Mouse House is proving that they're still the king of the box office. But they're not the only ones making waves. Warner Br

weather

Oregon Braces for a Snowy Week Ahead

February 16, 2026

Oregon is preparing for a snowy week, with the Cascades and Coast Range expected to receive the brunt of the storm. This is not just any snowfall; it's a much-needed relief for a year that has seen the lowest snowpack since 1981. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for

sports

Coach LaFleur's Tightrope Walk in Green Bay

February 16, 2026

Matt LaFleur, the head coach of the Green Bay Packers, is in a tricky spot. Even though he just got a new contract, his job isn't totally safe. This is because the Packers are a team that expects to win big, and they haven't been doing that lately. LaFleur has done well in the regular season. He ha