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Yankees Add Veteran Bat to Their Bench

February 26, 2026

The New York Yankees have signed former major‑league outfielder Randal Grichuk to a minor league contract, making him a non‑roster invitee for spring training. The deal gives the team another right‑hand hitter who can slot into a platoon role without taking a guaranteed spot on the 40‑man roster. Gr

technology

AI Power Plant Noise Shakes Mississippi Town

February 26, 2026

A quiet road in Southaven, Miss. , turned into a nonstop roar when Elon Musk’s company installed 18 methane turbines last summer. The machines, meant to feed the electricity demands of new AI data centers, started humming day and night, upsetting residents who had never heard such loud machinery in

entertainment

Park Chan‑Wook to Lead 2026 Cannes Jury

February 26, 2026

The 79th Cannes Film Festival, set for May 12–23, will be guided by South Korean director Park Chan‑Wook as jury president. He joins the ranks of past leaders such as Juliette Binoche, who chaired 2025’s jury when Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi received the Palme d’Or after a fifteen‑year absence.

lifestyle

Dog‑Friendly Move: A Home Upgrade for Two Frenchies

February 26, 2026

A person who loves their dogs goes beyond the ordinary. They cook meals, buy gifts, and share pictures on social media for a large following. They also let the dogs lick ice cream and sleep beside them. These habits fit naturally into a busy lifestyle. Six months ago, a big change happened: the own

business

Future of a Pork Giant in Sioux Falls

February 26, 2026

A big change is coming to downtown Sioux Falls. The city’s leaders and the head of Smithfield Foods said that the company will leave its old plant near Falls Park for a new, larger site in an industrial area up north. The current facility has been there since 1909 and was bought by Smithfield in 199

crypto

Big Loss on Lighter: Whale Falls $8. 2M in ARC Bet

February 26, 2026

A major crypto trader faced a steep hit of about $8. 2 million after a risky move on the ARC perpetuals market went south on Lighter, a platform that handles decentralized derivatives. The trader had piled up a huge long position over several days, which pushed the total open interest in ARC to roug

opinion

Jackson’s 1984 Run: Alabama’s Political Shake‑Up

February 26, 2026

In the spring of 1984, a bold African American candidate stepped onto the national stage again. Rev. Jesse Jackson, known for his activism in civil and economic justice, sought the Democratic presidential nomination. His campaign hit Alabama hard, stirring a long‑standing Black political group calle

politics

Italian Parties Revamp Election Rules to Secure Power

February 26, 2026

Italy’s ruling coalition has announced a major change to the country’s voting system, aiming to give its members an edge in the next election. The plan would shift from a mixed method—where some seats are chosen by party lists and others by single‑winner districts—to an entirely proportional model.

business

Truworths Sees Small Profit Gain Thanks to UK Sales

February 26, 2026

South African clothing store Truworths International posted a modest increase in its earnings for the first half of the year. The company’s main profit figure, called headline earnings per share, went up by 1. 3 percent to 495. 4 cents. Last year the same period saw a drop of 4. 6 percent, so

entertainment

Hot Noodles and Snowy Wins: A Boston Food & City Update

February 26, 2026

Boston’s winter is heating up with a new soccer team, hot soups, and a snowy challenge. The city’s pro women’s soccer club, Boston Legacy FC, will reveal its first uniforms tonight at the Cyclorama. Fans can win a kit by emailing a special address or proving membership with a screenshot. A bir