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Solar Power Replaces Crops: California Farmers Turn to Energy

February 26, 2026

California’s drylands are turning a new leaf as farmers trade fields for panels. The plan envisions 200 square miles of solar arrays that could light up whole cities, with giant batteries keeping the power steady when sun is scarce. Farmers in the Westlands region, long dependent on irrigation fr

politics

Rubio’s Caribbean Stop Highlights U. S. Focus Amid Middle East Tensions

February 26, 2026

Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived on St. Kitts and Nevis early Wednesday, aiming to showcase the United States’ commitment to the Western Hemisphere. The visit follows a recent U. S. military action that removed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power, signaling a shift in regional prior

politics

World Economic Forum Leader Steps Down After Epstein Connection

February 26, 2026

The chief of the World Economic Forum announced his resignation after an independent probe revealed that he had maintained contact with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein long after Epstein’s conviction. The investigation, conducted by the Forum itself, found no new problems beyond what had a

environment

Engineers: Quiet Builders of Tomorrow

February 26, 2026

Engineers shape the roads, bridges and water that keep communities alive. Their work is often hidden behind everyday life, yet it decides how safe and clean our world feels. The latest National Engineer’s Week highlighted this unseen influence, urging young people to see engineering as a creat

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.

politics

Sports Streaming: A New Era for Fans and Broadcasters

February 26, 2026

The Federal Communications Commission has opened a public comment period to explore how live sports are moving from traditional TV to online platforms. This shift, highlighted by the FCC’s request for input, reflects a growing trend where fans must navigate multiple services to catch their favorite

entertainment

Siouxland’s Biggest Night of Fun and Fame

February 26, 2026

The upcoming Siouxland Choice 2026 event promises to be the highlight of the region’s entertainment calendar. Scheduled for early March, the show will celebrate local talent in music, film, and television, giving a platform to artists who might otherwise remain under the radar. The organizers have a

crypto

Solana Validators Get a Speed Boost with New Free CDN Tool

February 26, 2026

A new open‑source client called SolanaCDN has been released by Pipe Network. It is built from the Agave code base and adds a fast content‑delivery layer to Solana validators. The extra layer uses more than 35, 000 global points of presence (PoPs) to route data faster. Validators that are far from

environment

Whales vs Krill: New Data Aims to Protect Antarctic Giants

February 26, 2026

Scientists and activists have teamed up on a research voyage near the South Orkney Islands to study how huge krill fishing fleets affect feeding whales. The journey follows shocking footage from an Antarctic cruise that showed thousands of fin whales spouting while four massive trawlers dragged nets