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Texas Senate Primary: Who Will Pull the Ticket?

February 11, 2026

The upcoming Texas GOP primary for the U. S. Senate is more than a single seat; it could set the tone for many other races on the ballot. Candidates like Sen. John Cornyn, Attorney General Ken Paxton, and Rep. Wesley Hunt are fighting for the top spot because whoever wins will be the face of the Rep

politics

Jobs in the US Start the Year Strong, but Numbers Hide a Slowdown

February 11, 2026

The latest jobs report, due Wednesday, is expected to show unemployment staying at 4. 4 percent. The Fed watches this figure closely because it helps gauge the labor market’s health, especially after President Trump tightened immigration rules. Those limits cut the number of new workers who can e

entertainment

Grasshopper’s New Switch 2 Project: What We Know

February 11, 2026

A new game from Grasshopper Manufacture is still in the works for the Switch 2, according to studio founder Suda51. The project is being developed under a different name than the original release, which has sparked excitement among fans who enjoyed Suda’s earlier titles. The announcement comes afte

politics

Bondi Faces Capitol Hill Over DOJ Shifts

February 11, 2026

Attorney General Pam Bondi appears before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, where lawmakers are set to probe her decade‑long changes at the Justice Department. Her testimony comes a year into her term, a period marked by sweeping departures from traditional DOJ practices. Bondi has ordere

politics

Trump’s Tactics Backfire: When Blame Games Lose Their Edge

February 11, 2026

A former adviser taught Trump to never admit fault, to attack and deny, and that lesson helped him rise. The same rules let him spread false claims, insult groups, and keep a loyal base that sees his aggression as real. Yet a year into his second term the power of constant trolling has begun to crum

business

Big Moves in the AI‑Hit Stocks

February 11, 2026

Barclays released a report that shows how companies seen as lagging behind AI are losing value fast. The decline is so sharp that an activist investor, known for buying stakes in struggling firms, may be stepping in. Barclays says the sharp drop creates chances in software, media, internet and

politics

Staff Shocked by Manager’s Plan to Shut Down the Kennedy Center

February 11, 2026

The Kennedy Center, a landmark in Washington, has been hit by a sudden announcement from its new chief. The manager, who was appointed by former President Trump, sent an email to 2, 000 employees saying the building will close for two years. He said this is part of a “renovation” that would reduce m

business

Saks Shuts Its New Orleans Store as Retail Shake‑Up Continues

February 11, 2026

The flagship Saks Fifth Avenue on Canal Street will close its doors in April 2026. The decision comes as the parent company, Saks Global Enterprises, files for Chapter 11 and trims unprofitable locations nationwide. The New Orleans outlet has been a downtown landmark since the early 1980s, reopen

sports

Jon Jones’ Health Secrets: Why His Rival Thinks He’s Done

February 11, 2026

A recent clip from a Dirty Boxing event shows Jon Jones telling a fan about severe arthritis and possible hip replacement surgery. The video was filmed without his knowledge, which has sparked debate. Daniel Cormier, a former opponent, is skeptical that Jones was unaware of the recording. He argu

business

Kraft Heinz Takes a Pause on Splitting Up to Focus on Turning Things Around

February 11, 2026

Kraft Heinz has decided to stop work on its planned split, saying the problems it faces can be fixed. The new chief executive, Steve Cahillane, who joined last year, said the company’s main goal is to get back on a profitable growth path. He added that all attention must stay on the operating plan a