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'A New Studio Where Laughs Meet Brands'

February 10, 2026

'Pointy Stick, a fresh media house launched by BAFTA‑winning TV writer James Menzies and ad creative Rob Bovington, aims to blend comedy with advertising in the UK. The pair say they are ready for a world where shows and commercials overlap more than ever. Menzies has penned award‑winning BBC come

politics

Arkansas Boosts Maternal Care with $40M Federal Grant

February 10, 2026

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has secured a $40 million federal contribution aimed at reducing the state’s alarming infant and maternal death rates. The money arrives through a new appropriations act approved by Congress last month and signed into law on February 3rd. UAMS w

crypto

Fast‑Track Blockchain Launch Shakes Up Ethereum Talk

February 10, 2026

MegaETH, a new high‑speed blockchain, went live on its mainnet last Monday. The network claims to process over 100, 000 transactions a second, aiming to make crypto apps feel as quick as everyday web sites. In contrast, Ethereum currently handles fewer than 30 transactions per second. The launch fo

crime

A Fire That Hid More Than Heat

February 10, 2026

The blaze that scorched the front of Lee Vogler’s home in North Carolina revealed something unexpected: a chemical substance, not just ordinary gasoline. Investigators first noticed the odd scent while on scene, which led them to test the residue. The samples turned out to contain a flammable liq

entertainment

Joe Frazier Statue Eyes a New Home at the Art Museum

February 10, 2026

Philadelphia’s skyline is about to gain a new icon. The city is considering moving the statue of former heavyweight champion “Smokin’” Joe Frazier from its current spot near the sports arena to the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, a location that once hosted the famous Rocky statue. The pro

celebrities

Super Bowl Night in San Francisco: A Celebrity Party to Remember

February 8, 2026

The Fanatics Super Bowl bash in San Francisco drew a crowd that read like a who’s‑who of sports and pop culture. The event, held at Pier 48, was a magnet for fans eager to catch glimpses of the biggest names in the business. Early arrivals included football legend Tom Brady, New England Patriots o

sports

Super Bowl 60: New England vs Seattle, Big Beats and a Fresh Stage

February 8, 2026

The 60th edition of the NFL’s biggest game will unfold on Sunday, February 8, in Santa Clara, California. The New England Patriots take on the Seattle Seahawks at Levi’s Stadium – a venue that last hosted a championship ten years ago when Denver defeated Carolina. Fans will start watching around 6:

sports

Overtime Showdown: Monte Vista Edge Past Alamosa

February 7, 2026

The match at the MVHS gym ended with a 65‑59 victory for Monte Vista, but only after an extra period. The game was a back‑and‑forth battle with neither side willing to give up. Monte Vista’s star Azariah Hurt Hurtado led the charge, scoring 22 points and making key free throws in the final moments.

business

Fire Safety Failures Cost Nearly $200, 000 in Fines

February 6, 2026

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration handed out a hefty penalty to the owner of Gabriel House, an assisted‑living center in Fall River, Massachusetts. The fine totals almost $200, 000 and follows a deadly blaze that claimed ten lives last summer. OSHA listed 13 infractions, with eleven

politics

Police Open Case on Former PM Jagland Using Epstein Files

February 6, 2026

Norway's economic crime police unit, Oekokrim, started an investigation into former prime minister Thorbjoern Jagland. The probe focuses on allegations of aggravated corruption linked to Epstein files. It follows the release of new documents about the late U. S. sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Jaglan