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US and Taiwan Team Up to Make Trade Easier

February 13, 2026

The US and Taiwan have just made a big trade deal. This deal makes things cheaper to buy and sell between the two places. Taiwan will cut down on taxes for almost all US goods. They will also buy a lot more stuff from the US. This includes things like gas, airplanes, and power equipment. The deal i

science

Cracking the Code: How Tech Helps Farmers Grow Better Beef

February 13, 2026

In the southeastern US, raising beef cattle is a big deal. Farmers need to understand how grass grows, how cows eat, and how these things work together. It's a complex puzzle. To make sense of it all, scientists use math models. These models help predict how much cows can gain weight each day when t

education

Discovering the Past: Freeport's Land and Its First Inhabitants

February 13, 2026

A big project is happening in Freeport, Maine. Wolfe’s Neck Center for Agriculture and the Environment is teaming up with the Penobscot Nation. They want to learn about the land's history. This land was once home to the Wabanaki and Abenaki peoples. They got a $10, 000 grant for this project. The m

sports

Bus Crash in Rural Iowa Leaves One Dead and 32 Injured

February 12, 2026

A school bus that was transporting the Iowa Lakes Community College baseball squad hit a ditch on a quiet highway near Twin Lakes, Iowa. The vehicle flipped over and caused serious injuries to everyone on board except for one fatality. The incident happened early in the morning, with no other car

education

Southampton Road School Sparks Creativity with Community‑Powered STEM Night

February 12, 2026

The school’s second annual STEM evening drew third and fourth graders, their siblings, and curious parents into a vibrant showcase of science and art. The event was made possible through a partnership with the Jandon Center for Community Engagement at Smith College, a collaboration that began two ye

weather

Sunshine Ahead: Warm Days and Light Rain

February 12, 2026

Today feels cold and windy, but it’s not too bad. The next few days bring a gentler weather pattern with some showers. Temperatures dip slightly on Thursday, hitting highs in the upper 30s and lows around the low 20s. After that, the heat climbs again as we head toward the weekend. Valentine’s Day

politics

Virginia Wind Project May Raise Energy Bills

February 12, 2026

A court decision has cleared the way for the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project, even after a former administration tried to stop it over security concerns. The plan was approved by the state regulator in 2022 under a law that forces the main utility, Dominion Energy, to become carbon‑

celebrities

Florida's Secret Island: Where the Ultra-Rich Call Home

February 12, 2026

Florida is home to a private island that's a hotspot for the world's wealthiest. Indian Creek Village, often called the "Billionaire Bunker, " is a small, exclusive community near Miami Beach. It's where big names like Jeff Bezos, Tom Brady, and Ivanka Trump have chosen to live. This island is tiny

politics

A Shake-Up in Australian Politics: A Leader Faces Doubts

February 12, 2026

In Australia, political waves are stirring as Sussan Ley, the leader of the opposition Liberal Party, faces a potential leadership challenge. This comes just under a year after she took the reins. The spark? Angus Taylor, a senior figure in her shadow cabinet, stepped down. He's not shy about his re

opinion

Farm Robots vs. Human Workers: Who Will Milk the Future?

February 11, 2026

In many parts of America, especially in dairy farms, machines are taking over jobs that once required people. A New York farmer now lets robots handle milking and cleaning, while other automated tools gather manure. This shift raises a big question: if we push immigrants out of the workforce, will r