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Conflict and instability make pregnancy more dangerous
This brief aligns the latest maternal mortality estimates with whether a country is conflict-affected or considered institutionally fragile. Nearly two-thirds of all maternal deaths worldwide occur in countries marked by conflict or fragility. The risk of a woman who lives in a country affected by conflict dying due to maternal causes is around five times higher for each pregnancy she undergoes compared to her peers in stable countries. In 2023 alone, an estimated 160,000 women died from preventable maternal causes in fragile and conflict-affected settings, that is 6 in 10 maternal deaths worldwide, despite these countries accounting for only around one in ten of global live births.
Former MHS business instructor pleads guilty to embezzlement from teachers union
A former Marshalltown High School (MHS) business instructor who was arrested last year for embezzling over $10,000 from the Marshalltown Education Association (MEA) has agreed to plead guilty to a single count of felony first-degree theft as she was originally charged, according to court records. Prosecutors in the case have recommended that Rachel Nelson-Loupee, 49, […]
Maryland DHS secretary Rafael López resigning, cites health-related reasons
Advanced Audio option spotted in One UI 8.5 Connected Devices – Here’s how it works
Samsung’s One UI 8.5 is currently in public beta testing, and the company is expected to release the stable version with the upcoming Galaxy S26 series. The update brings several new features, and now another useful tool has been spotted in the Connected Devices section of Settings. Advanced Audio feature has been spotted by a […]
Maryland DHS secretary Rafael López resigning, cites health-related reasons
No. 16 North Carolina deals with injuries, faces NC State
No. 16 North Carolina will try to win its second straight game without freshman phenom Caleb Wilson when it travels to Raleigh to face rival North Carolina State on Tuesday night.
US Homeland Security Department’s funding negotiations stall
Democrats have called for a ban on immigration agents wearing masks and are pushing for more oversight of operations.
CAA Men’s Basketball Recap
A late frenzy over the final 75 seconds saw Stony Brook (16-11, 8-6 CAA) come out on top with a 72-69 victory over Drexel (13-14, 7-7 CAA), thanks to a putback finish from Erik Pratt and a late steal by Andrej Shoshkikj.
Google Releases Emergency Patch For First Chrome Zero-Day Exploit of 2026
Google has issued an urgent security update for its Chrome browser to address a high-severity vulnerability that has already been exploited in real-world attacks, marking the first confirmed zero-day flaw patched by the company in 2026. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-2441, with a CVSS 8.
iOS 26.4 Enables Stolen Device Protection by Default for All iPhones
Starting with iOS 26.4, Stolen Device Protection will be enabled by default and turned on for all iPhone users. Stolen Device Protection adds extra security in case of physical iPhone theft. Apple implemented Stolen Device Protection back in 2023 after reports about a new iPhone theft method. Thieves would spy on an intended victim to learn their passcode, then steal the target's iPhone. With the passcode, criminals were able to empty bank accounts, access passwords, and turn off Find My.
Courtney Cox to discuss gender, media, politics within basketball at upcoming URI humanities lecture
KINGSTON, R.I. – Feb. 16, 2026 – Courtney M. Cox follows athletes, coaches, journalists and advocates of women’s basketball as they pursue careers within the sport. She also explores the intersection of race and gender against the backdrop of many leagues around the United States and the world, such as the WNBA and the NCAA. […]
Public Health Agency of Canada visits ECDC for enhanced collaboration and to strengthen global health security
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and its Director, Pamela Rendi-Wagner, welcomed the President of the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), Nancy Hamzawi, to ECDC on Monday, 16 February 2026.
Lufthansa Unblocks New Business-Class Seats on Boeing 787 Model
Deutsche Lufthansa AG said most of the Allegris business-class seats on its new Boeing Co. 787 aircraft are now available for booking, ending months of having to cordon off almost the entire premium section because of delayed certification.
GM Dan Morgan’s 2025 performance: The final grade
Let’s take a look at how GM Dan Morgan performed in his second year on the job.
Generative AI Revolutionizes the Life Sciences Industry Accelerating Drug Discovery, Cutting Costs, and Enhancing Innovation
According to data published by Precedence Research, Generative AI is transforming the life science sector, driving innovation in drug discovery, clinical trials, and manufacturing, while reducing costs and improving efficiency. With investments in AI, companies are reshaping R&D and achieving faster, smarter, and more personalized healthcare solutions.Ottawa, Feb. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Generative AI moves beyond pilot projects to become a foundational tool in the life sciences, it acce
I Was Wrong About These 12 Foods. Their Secret Health Benefits Surprised Me
You don't have to spend extra money on pricey organic superfoods to eat healthy. In fact, these common foods are healthier than I thought.
Secrets Behind Rome's Self-Healing Concrete Leads Scientist to Launch Roman-Style Concrete Business
A scientist who figured out the secret behind ancient Rome's self-repairing concrete has recently confirmed his theory at a Pompeii building site
Scientists hunt for origins of the mysterious 'sun goddess' particle
It's the second most energetic cosmic ray ever to be detected striking Earth.
Bouncy Balls and Beyond: Collaborative Project Connects Science with Community
A bouncy ball may seem like a simple toy, but for a group of Penn State graduate students, it has become a powerful way to help children and families understand how materials behave — and how science connects to everyday life.
Rubio plugs Orbán’s bid for another term after April elections during a visit to Budapest
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday enthusiastically endorsed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ‘s bid to serve a fifth straight term after upcoming ele…
Syracuse Crunch To Hold How To Get A Job In Pro Sports Panel February 21
The panel will feature executives currently working in the professional sports field.
Majorana qubits decoded in quantum computing breakthrough
Scientists have developed a new way to read the hidden states of Majorana qubits, which store information in paired quantum modes that resist noise. The results confirm their protected nature and show millisecond scale coherence, bringing robust quantum computers closer to reality.
Microplastics have reached Antarctica’s only native insect
Even Antarctica’s toughest native insect can’t escape the reach of plastic pollution. Scientists have discovered that Belgica antarctica — a tiny, rice-sized midge and the southernmost insect on Earth — is already ingesting microplastics in the wild. While lab tests showed the hardy larvae can survive short-term exposure without obvious harm, those exposed to higher plastic levels had reduced fat reserves, hinting at hidden energy costs.
Holographic 3D printing breakthrough produces objects in less than a second
The technique is called Digital Incoherent Synthesis of Holographic light fields (DISH). Instead of assembling materials layer by layer, DISH projects a three-dimensional holographic light field directly...
Where businesses must offer employees a retirement plan
Tens of millions of US employees working in the private sector don’t have access to a retirement savings plan like a 401(k) at work.
Ban on social media for under-16s is not inevitable, signals technology secretary
Liz Kendall says several organisations have concerns about ban on social media for under-16s before conclusion of government consultation
Jose Mourinho contract clause opens door to Real Madrid return
On Tuesday, Real Madrid will be reunited with former manager Jose Mourinho for the second time in a matter of weeks, as they face off against Benfica in the first leg of their Champions League play-of...
Android 17 Beta 1 reveals a surprising secret about the Pixel Launcher search bar
Android 17 Beta 1 lays the foundation for third-party search providers in the Pixel Launcher's search box. Check out the article for details!
Rubio meets Orbán in Budapest as US and Hungary are to sign a civilian nuclear pact
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is meeting Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in Budapest as the two countries move to sign a civilian nuclear cooperation deal
Analysis: Trump’s damage is done. Democrats – and Europe – are struggling to define what’s next
Democratic presidential hopefuls descended on the Munich Security Conference over the weekend as they might normally flood Des Moines, Iowa, or Manchester, New Hampshire. They found a Europe that’s all but ignoring them – and assuming leaders like Donald Trump will define the future.
Augustana Baseball closes weekend sweep with two wins
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Augustana) — The Augustana baseball team closed its second home series of the season on Sunday, defeating Minnesota Duluth 12-7 and 10-5 to stay unbeaten at Ronken Field. Augustana 12, Minnesota Duluth 7Cal Schmelzle had four hits and scored three runs to lead an offense that had 18 hits in the game. Carter Heinsch added […]
Pickerington students celebrate Black-owned small business
PICKERINGTON, Ohio (WCMH) — More than 50 Black-owned businesses and nonprofits were highlighted at Pickerington High School North Sunday for the second-annual Black-Owned Business Fest. The e…
Arizona baseball goes winless in season-opening tournament
For the second year in a row, Arizona has failed to win a game on the opening weekend. The Wildcats lost 4-1 to Michigan on Sunday at Surprise Stadium, going 0-3 in a tournament this included losses to Stanford and Oregon State. Michigan won the tourney by going 3-0. The UA finished with seven hits, […]
US health regulators to consider safety status of processed ingredients, RFK Jr. says
The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke the safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe and not contributing to health issues and obesity, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in remarks that aired on Sunday.
A Look At Madison Square Garden Entertainment (MSGE) Valuation After Strong Second Quarter Earnings
Madison Square Garden Entertainment (MSGE) just posted second quarter results that caught investor attention, reporting revenue of US$459.94 million and net income of US$92.72 million, along with higher earnings per share from continuing operations. See our latest analysis for Madison Square Garden Entertainment. The latest earnings release and the extended Infosys partnership come on top of a strong run in the shares, with a 90 day share price return of 38.42% and a 1 year total shareholder...
What to Know About the Homeland Security Shutdown
Funding for the Department of Homeland Security lapsed on Saturday amid a standoff over restrictions that Democrats have demanded for federal immigration agents. But much of its work continues.
Kennedy Promises Action, Though Not Regulation, on Ultraprocessed Foods
The health secretary said the Food and Drug Administration would “act on” a request from a former F.D.A. commissioner to close a loophole on food safety.
Ancient fingerprint found on 2,400-year-old Danish war boat
More than a century after its discovery, Scandinavia’s oldest plank boat is finally giving up new secrets. By analyzing ancient caulking and cords from the Hjortspring boat, researchers uncovered traces of pine pitch and animal fat — materials that likely came from pine-rich regions east of Denmark along the Baltic Sea. This suggests the vessel, used by a band of Iron Age warriors who attacked the island of Als over 2,000 years ago, may have sailed across open waters on a long, carefully planned mission.
Montgomery helps Dayton secure 70-59 victory over Davidson
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) Deshayne Montgomery had 13 points in Dayton's 70-59 victory over Davidson on Sunday.
Government shutdown, immigration demands and midterm politics collide as funding fight continues
The federal government entered another partial shutdown after negotiations over funding for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security stalled.
Government shutdown, immigration demands and midterm politics collide as funding fight continues
Lawmakers left Capitol Hill for recess as the federal government entered another partial shutdown after negotiations over funding for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security stalled, leaving thousands of federal workers and travelers facing uncertainty.
Windows 11 KB5077181 fixes boot failures linked to failed updates
Microsoft says it has resolved a Windows 11 bug that caused some commercial systems to fail to boot with an "UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME" error after installing recent security updates, with the fix delivered in the February 2026 Patch Tuesday update.
Mullin on DHS shutdown: ‘All this is a political theater’
Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) on Sunday slammed Democrats over the current Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown, calling their actions “political theater.” “What is actually happening r…
Munich Looks to the Future
The annual security conference turned its focus not just to present dangers, but what’s to come.
Trump Is Using Military Bases to Give Campaign-Style Speeches
Trump has frequently broken with tradition to give partisan speeches to enlisted service members during his second term.
Hillary Clinton clashes with Czech leader over Trump policies at Munich security conference
Former secretary of state Hillary Clinton clashed with Czech deputy prime minister who defended the Trump administration at Munich Security Conference
A year of upheaval: RFK Jr. in Trump's Cabinet
The health secretary turned his agencies toward skepticism of processed food and vaccines, but he’s faced pushback at every turn — including from Republicans.
Trump's border czar says 'small' security force will remain in Minnesota
More than 1,000 immigration agents have left Minnesota’s Twin Cities area and hundreds more will depart in the days ahead...
Trump's border czar says 'small' security force will remain in Minnesota after enforcement drawdown
More than 1,000 immigration agents have left Minnesota’s Twin Cities area and hundreds more will depart in the days ahead as part of the Trump administration’s drawdown of its immigration enforcement surge
Health group calls on RFK Jr. to resign after cocaine admission
The Health and Human Services secretary said he snorted “cocaine off toilet seats.”
Katie Britt on DHS shutdown negotiations: ‘We won’t walk away from enforcing the law’
The Department of Homeland Security shut down Friday night after lawmakers failed to reach a deal to fund the agency.
America can avoid a public health crisis by saving this one alert system
U.S. policymakers use a secret weapon to uncover widespread threats to public health. This tool enabled them to discover that Americans had high blood lead levels from leaded gasoline. It warned th…
Green Bay area high school sports results for Saturday, Feb. 14
High school basketball, wrestling and swimming teams were in action.
Europeans reject U.S. claims after Rubio's address in Munich
A top European Union official has rejected the notion that Europe faces “civilizational erasure,” pushing back at criticism of the continent by the Trump administration. It came a day after U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio offered a somewhat reassuring message to European allies.
Your Windows PC might stop booting in June 2026 — here’s why and how to fix it
Ensure your PC boots safely before Secure Boot changes.
Politics chat: Government shuts down over DHS funding, Trump gets pushback from GOP
President Trump seems to lose some of his grip on his base as the Department Of Homeland Security shuts down amidst resistance to changes to immigration enforcement.
Brignone wins Olympic giant slalom; Shiffrin 11th
Federica Brignone captured her second gold medal in four days at her home Winter Olympics by winning the women's giant slalom on Sunday, as Mikaela Shiffrin finished off the podium again.
Why ERGs Are The Ultimate Business Strategy
ERGs have evolved into strategic engines for engagement retention and leadership development when backed by governance data and intersectionality.
Prep talk: Derrick Taylor continues his coaching magic at Blair
Blair upset top-seeded Bonita on Friday night to advance in Southern Section Division 4 boys' basketball playoffs.
Windows 11 KB5077181 Security Update Causing Some Devices to Restart in an Infinite Loop
Microsoft's February 10, 2026, security update KB5077181 for Windows 11 versions 24H2 (build 26200.7840) and 25H2 (build 26100.7840) has triggered widespread reports of critical boot failures just days after deployment.
There top global companies have sued Trump for tariff refunds
From Costco to Toyota, global companies are filing lawsuits to secure tariff refunds should the Supreme Court decide to strike down Trump's duties.
GOP senators view Lutnick’s contacts with Epstein as political liability
Republican senators are worried that revelations around Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s ties to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein could balloon into a bigger political liability for th…
Jordan Stolz sets records, snaps Americans' skid at Winter Olympics
American Jordan Stolz won his second gold medal on Saturday, living up to expectations during a challenging Olympics for U.S. stars.
Melco Resorts & Entertainment (MLCO) Is Down 12.9% After Return To Quarterly Profitability And Record Five-Star Awards
In February 2026, Melco Resorts & Entertainment reported fourth-quarter 2025 results showing revenue rising to US$1,293.27 million and a swing from a US$20.27 million net loss to a US$60.64 million net income, supported by stronger gaming performance in Macau and Cyprus. Alongside this financial improvement, Melco secured a record 19 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards and maintained about US$2.40 billion of liquidity, underscoring both operational strength and brand positioning across its...
Lords Of The Fallen 2 Could Be Coming To Steam As Studio Boss Teases Ditching Epic Exclusivity
CI Games' CEO has secured raised capital authorization, with CEO teasing that Lords of the Fallen 2 may no longer remain an Epic exclusive.
Cooper to face questions after UK said Russia killed Navalny with frog toxin
Foreign secretary to be interviewed on the morning shows after UK and other countries accused Kremlin over Putin critic’s death
African Leaders Call to Scale Up Health Workforce, Commit to Deploy Two Million Community Health Workers by 2030
Addis Ababa, 14 February 2026 – African Union (AU) Ministers of Health and Finance, together with Heads of Delegation, have called for urgent and sustained investment in Africa’s health workforce, including to build a two-million-strong community health worker (CHW) workforce by 2030. Leaders said the investment is critical to strengthen Africa’s health security and sovereignty […]
High school girls' soccer: Saturday playoff scores
Saturday's scores for girls' soccer Southern Section and City Section playoff games.
High school girls' basketball: Saturday's playoff scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school girls' basketball playoff scores.
Riverside County health officials report second and third measles cases
Mizzou outdueled down low in 85-68 loss to Texas
The Tigers’ three-game winning streak was snapped as the Longhorns controlled the second half
Riverside County health officials report second and third measles cases
Hill's 20 lead VCU over Richmond 78-67
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) Terrence Hill Jr. scored 20 points as VCU beat Richmond 78-67 on Saturday night for the Rams' ninth consecutive win.
No. 16 Texas Tech Beats No. 1 Arizona in OT for Wildcats' 2nd Straight Loss
No. 16 Texas Tech sent No. 1 Arizona to its second straight loss, shocking the Wildcats 78-75 on Saturday night.
Rubio says U.S., Europe ‘belong together,’ despite rifts over Trump policies
Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared that the United States and Europe “belong together” in a speech Saturday seeking to unify the Western alliance.
Fresno State secures 93-63 win over Air Force
FRESNO, Calif. (AP) Led by 18 points each from Wilson Jacques and DeShawn Gory, Fresno State defeated Air Force 93-63 on Saturday.
Prosecutors: Colorado medical transportation businesses invoiced Medicaid for family trips, dead person
Two Colorado business owners have been separately charged for fraudulently billing the federal government's Medicaid program.
Photos: LSU takes game two against Milwaukee to win opening series
LSU defeated Milwaukee 5-3 in the second game of the season open series on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Alex Box Stadium. Shortstop Steven Milam had 2 RBI in the
Politics Unplugged (Full Episode) February 15, 2026
This week on Politics Unplugged, former state GOP boss Gina Swoboda announces she is leaving the congressional race in CD1 to run for Secretary of State. Then, Republican consultant Marcus Dell’Artino and former Democratic lawmaker Reginald Bolding discuss Karrin Taylor Robson pulling the plug on her run for governor and Senator Mark Kelly winning his legal fights against Pete Hegseth.
Sunday shows preview: DHS shutdown, Epstein files backlash shine light on political quarrels
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shut down on Saturday after Congress failed to pass a funding bill for the department. DHS accounts for 3 percent of the U.S. federal budget and most…
Obama pushes back on White House rhetoric, ape video: Decorum has ‘been lost’
Former President Obama argued in an interview published Saturday that American politics has become a “clown show” under the second Trump administration, suggesting that many Americans dislike the r…
WarioWare Captcha Uses The Terrible Web To Test Your Humanity
Maybe the secret to making the internet fun is making it incomprehensibly fast
Hungary’s Orban says EU bigger threat than Russia before April elections
'Illiberal' PM, endorsed by ally Trump this week, to receive US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday.
Rubio tries to reassure skeptical European allies but follows Trump's vision for a reshaped alliance
Rubio addressed the conference a year after Vice President JD Vance stunned the same audience with a harsh critique of European values.
Broward Health and Memorial Healthcare proposal appears to have hit dead end
For second year, bill to formally unite Broward Health with Memorial Healthcare fails to gain support.
High school basketball: Friday's playoff scores and updated pairings
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball playoff scores and playoff schedule.
States ready to seize Supreme Court redistricting decision amid countdown to midterm elections
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill arrived at the Supreme Court shortly before 10 a.m. on January 9 and took a seat in the spectator section of the columned courtroom. When US Solicitor General John Sauer, the Trump administration’s top courtroom lawyer, entered a few minutes later, he cut across the room to warmly greet her.
US medalist passionate about making winter Olympic sports more accessible
Ashley Farquharson, the second American woman to medal in luge, benefitted from programs established after the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics.
Week in politics: Rubio's speech, DHS funding, Epstein hearing, Republicans block tariffs
Secretary of State Marco Rubio seeks to reassure European allies and a partial government shutdown hits the Department of Homeland Security.
Healthcare costs are eating into Social Security checks
Out-of-pocket healthcare costs eat up roughly a third of a typical retiree’s Social Security income and almost a quarter of total income, according to a new report from the Center for Retirement at Boston College.
Prep talk: Birmingham's Henry Aslikyan bids for fourth consecutive City Section wrestling title
The Patriots have two other boys and one girl seeking third titles at the City Section wrestling championships on Saturday.
Letters to Sports: Sam Darnold and his Super Bowl odyssey
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports Section give their thoughts about Sam Darnold leading the Seahawks to the Super Bowl win, Bad Bunny and more.
Top entertainment figures back under-fire UN Palestinians expert
Over a hundred top figures from the world of entertainment signed an open letter Saturday in support of UN Palestinian human rights expert Francesca Albanese who faces calls to resign over comments ab...
Their Secret to a Happy Marriage? A Translation App
He speaks English. She speaks Mandarin. The secret to their happy marriage: Microsoft Translator.
Olympics news, live updates: Team USA vs. Denmark, while Jordan Stolz goes for a second gold
MODRIĆ IS THE MVP FROM PISA v AC MILAN
AC Milan secured an important victory against Pisa, winning 2-1 thanks to an extraordinary performance by Luka Modrić. The Croatian midfielder once again showcased his class, scoring the decisive goa...
The DJI Romo robovac had security so poor, this man remotely accessed thousands of them
DJI may have fixed it now.
High school basketball: Friday playoff scores and Saturday schedule
CIF City and Southern Section boys' playoff basketball results from Friday and girls' playoff basketball Saturday schedule.