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Ubisoft Confirms Two Far Cry Games are in Development and 'Multiple' Assassin's Creed Titles
In a new interview, Ubisoft Co-founder and CEO Yves Guillemot has confirmed that two new Far Cry projects and multiple Assassin's Creed games are in development.
German business lobby warns of unfair trade practices by China
German business bosses warned on Friday of what they called destabilising and unfair global business practices by China, ahead of a visit to Beijing by Chancellor Friedrich Merz in which he is expected to focus on cooperation opportunities.
Texas' Senate primary race between Crockett and Talarico ramps up after pulled Colbert interview
Some Democrats see increasing opportunity in November's elections despite not having won a statewide race in Texas in more than 30 years.
Everywhere at these Olympics, athlete moms are shattering a tired sports myth
Can't be an elite athlete and a mom at the same time? There's a long list of medalists from these Olympics who would beg to differ.
The most surprising Winter Olympics sports in history
Here are some of the most unusual Winter Olympic sports in history, from ski ballet and military patrol to dog sled racing and skijoring.
$409M hospital plan aims to ease jail mental health backlog in Georgia
Unveiled earlier this week, the Senate’s version of the state budget includes $409 million to build a new 300-bed mental health hospital.
Trinidad Chambliss-led death of NCAA could lead to birth of SEC-only world
A new SEC-only world is closer than you think. It doesn't take anything but will and desire.
Inside the OpenAI Team Developing its AI Devices
OpenAI has more than 200 people working on a family of AI-powered devices that will include a smart speaker and possibly smart glasses and a smart lamp, according to a person with knowledge of the plans. New details are starting to emerge about the group and its development strategy. The smart ...
Sports Specialty owner, salesperson indicted in multi-million plot
A federal grand jury has indicted three men who are accused of a 13-year bid rigging scheme that allegedly affected at least 44 public schools in Mississippi and 270 purchases totaling more than $1 million in taxpayer funds.
Client Relationship Retention and Steady Sales Momentum Make Jack Henry & Associates (JKHY) a Resilient Business
Conestoga Capital Advisors, an asset management company, released its fourth-quarter 2025 investor letter. As many believe, US equities experienced solid returns in 2025, with double-digit gains across all major indices, yet underlying conditions revealed extreme volatility and market leadership. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. In Q4 2025, Conestoga Capital Advisors SMid Cap Strategy […]
How Elana Meyers Taylor has kept the USA women's bobsled pipeline booming
Elana Meyers Taylor has triumphed both on the Olympic stage and behind the scenes as Team USA's top women's bobsled recruiter.
Scientists just mapped mysterious earthquakes deep inside Earth
Scientists at Stanford have unveiled the first-ever global map of rare earthquakes that rumble deep within Earth’s mantle rather than its crust. Long debated and notoriously difficult to confirm, these elusive quakes turn out to cluster in regions like the Himalayas and near the Bering Strait. By developing a breakthrough method that distinguishes mantle quakes using subtle differences in seismic waves, researchers identified hundreds of these hidden tremors worldwide.
Opinion | The sweet scientific vindication of ‘I told you so’
A new books tells the stories of scientists ‘ridiculed, exiled, and Imprisoned for being right.’
Gravity Media, Green Couch Entertainment Partner to Create Original Programming for International Broadcasters
Gravity Media and Los Angeles-based Green Couch Entertainment announce a strategic partnership to develop and produce premium unscripted formats for international broadcasters and streaming platforms. Unveiled ahead of MIP London...
Can I bet at Kentucky Derby 2026 outside of Churchill Downs?
Dispute between Churchill Downs Inc. and a federal horse racing authority could lead to the Kentucky Derby simulcast being pulled, impacting betting.
Lawmakers say they’ve been stonewalled by DHS, undercutting attempts to hold Trump officials accountable
Lawmakers who oversee the Department of Homeland Security say the agency has repeatedly stymied their requests for information in recent months, with even some Republicans alleging they’ve had phone calls go unanswered and data requests left to languish.
Patients feel strain of Florida Blue fallout with Broward hospitals: ‘Just lunacy’
Broward residents say they’ve struggled to find new in-network doctors to continue treatment for cancer and other conditions.
EVAH: generating evidence for AI in health | News
The joint Evidence for AI in Health (EVAH) initiative will fund locally led evaluations to ensure AI tools for health are effective in low- and middle-income countries.
Bobsled costs are skyrocketing. Can the U.S. keep up in a bedrock Olympic sport?
You think everyday items have gotten more expensive in recent years? Imagine how much it costs to send a bobsled around the world.
Trump climate health rollback likely to hit poor, minority areas hardest, experts say
In a stretch of Louisiana with about 170 fossil fuel and petrochemical plants, premature death is a fact of life for people living nearby. The air is so polluted and the cancer rates so high it is…
Arizona softball beats Boise State at unsettled DeMarini Invitational
The Wildcats’ game against Stanford is due to be rescheduled
A new version of Over The Horizon ringtone is out now for the Galaxy S26
Samsung has released the 2026 version of its iconic Over The Horizon ringtone for the Galaxy S26 series. It follows the earth theme.
After Vonn’s Winter Olympics crash, sports stars explain what it’s like to be injured on a global stage
Following skier Lindsey Vonn's broken leg at the Olympics, other athletes share their stories of being badly hurt with millions watching
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Feb. 20, 2026, puzzle No. 515
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Focus group discusses entertainment district
the entertainment district focus group led by city councilman Phazhon Nash wanted to find things people wanted to bring to the city.
Hunter scores 30 as Central Arkansas downs Stetson 88-76
DELAND, Fla. (AP) Camren Hunter's 30 points led Central Arkansas past Stetson 88-76 on Thursday.
The Liberty-Dominican winner was able to pull away in the fourth quarter to advance
Dominican trailed Liberty by just one point at halftime but saw the gap widen as the night went on in a Division I select first-round girls basketball playoff matchup.
Texas' Senate primary race between Crockett and Talarico ramps up after pulled Colbert interview
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas is urging supporters to look at experience in a heated U.S. Senate primary with state Rep. James Talarico as he rides on wider attention thanks to late-night host Stephen Colbert
Venezuela approves amnesty bill, paving way for release of hundreds of political detainees
Venezuela’s legislature on Thursday approved an amnesty bill that could lead to the release of politicians, activists, lawyers and many others, effectively acknowledging that the government has held hundreds of people in prison for political motivations.
Judge orders takeover of Arizona prison health care operations after years of violations
The decision on Thursday by U.S. District Judge Roslyn Silver came after her 2022 verdict that concluded Arizona had violated prisoners’ rights by providing inadequate care that led to suffering and preventable deaths.
Scientists uncover oxygen-loving ancestor of all complex life
For decades, scientists have believed that complex life began when two very different microbes joined forces, eventually giving rise to plants, animals, and fungi. But one major puzzle remained: how could these organisms have met if one depended on oxygen and the other supposedly lived without it? New research suggests the answer lies in ancient microbes called Asgard archaea.
Roanoke focus group looks for entertainment district options
The entertainment district focus group held its second meeting Thursday night, led by City Council Member Phazhon Nash. The group includes city residents, business owners, and leaders from the Berglund Center and the Roanoke Railyard Dawgs.
Chicago Bears take key step in proposed Indiana stadium move
The Chicago Bears on Thursday hailed the "most meaningful step" yet toward building a new stadium in Indiana, as the neighboring state passed a key measure to entice the NFL franchise to make a divisive cross-border move.Bears president and chief executive Kevin Warren warned in December that Indiana had become a serious option, and on Thursday the state unanimously passed a bill allowing it to issue bonds for the financing and construction of a new stadium.
Large banner of Trump unfurled at Justice Department headquarters
The DOJ has traditionally operated with a degree of separation from the White House to prevent the department's powers from being abused for political purposes.
Met officer sacked for running pizza business on sick leave
Matt Skelt had promoted his pizza business on social media, sometimes on days when he had called in sick.
Chicago Bears Move One Step Closer to Northwest Indiana
The Chicago Bears’ long-running stadium search moved closer to becoming reality in Northwest Indiana on Thursday, as state officials signaled Hammond as the preferred site and lawmakers advanced legislation designed to support construction of a new NFL stadium. The shift comes as excitement around the franchise has surged following a strong season that included a […] The post Chicago Bears Move One Step Closer to Northwest Indiana appeared first on Capital B Gary.
Senate Democrats blast CDC’s rescission of $600M in ‘woke’ health funding
Click in for more news from The Hill{beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story EXCLUSIVE: Senate Democrats blast CDC’s rescission of $600M in ‘woke’ health funding Led by Se…
Athletes face backlash from Trump, others when walking tricky line separating sports and politics
Is the intersection of sports and politics a dangerous one? More and more athletes are speaking out about issues.
Can the mental health benefits of exercise be bottled?
We all know the feeling: the mental clarity that comes after a good run or a heavy workout. Science backs this up, even showing that for non-severe depression, exercise can be just as effective as antidepressants ...
Appeals court sides with Democrats in case to redraw Malliotakis' seat
An appeals court ruled that Rep. Malliotakis' seat can be redrawn.
ESPN to launch 'Women's Sports Sundays' highlighting WNBA and NWSL
ESPN unveiled plans for “Women’s Sports Sundays,” new programming that will put a spotlight on the WNBA and NWSL.
Israeli settler killed Palestinian-American teen in the West Bank, local health ministry says
A 19-year-old Palestinian-American citizen shot by an Israeli settler in the West Bank has died from his wounds,
Marshall women’s swimmers compete as team is cut: ‘They are devastated’
Swimmers and divers were blindsided by the decision, which takes effect after this weekend's championships. Marshall will add a STUNT team.
ECU Health announces new Academic Loan Scholarship Program to strengthen eastern North Carolina’s health care workforce
Investment helps build homegrown pipeline of skilled health care professionals
New 'scimitar-crested' Spinosaurus species discovered in the central Sahara
A paper published in Science describes the discovery of Spinosaurus mirabilis, a new spinosaurid species found in Niger. A 20-person team led by Paul Sereno, Ph.D., Professor of Organismal Biology and ...
Ski Mountaineering’s Olympic debut: Beautiful races, beautiful place and a sport that belongs
Ski Mountaineering made its Olympic debut on Thursday. For fans and competitors alike, it was a day to remember.
Fintech firm Newity raises $11 million to bring small business loans onchain
Newity has raised $11 million in new funding led by CMT Digital as it explores taking its small business lending platform onchain.
An ‘astonishingly’ large new dinosaur species has been discovered in the Sahara | BBC Science Focus Magazine
This school-bus-sized predator was so unusual that scientists didn't recognise it at first
Yahoo Sports: Cooper Flagg NBA debut jersey sells for $1 million in private sale
Flagg was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft
How a snow drought helped set the stage for deadly California avalanche
Several feet of new snow did not have time to bond to the earlier layer before the avalanche near Lake Tahoe killed at least eight backcountry skiers, said Craig Clements, a meteorology professor at San Jose State University
Upcoming Windows 11 update to come with new and useful features
Insiders have been trying out new features that will be rolled out to all other users in the next update for Windows 11 from Microsoft. These include a network speed test integrated into the taskbar.
Insurer Agrees to Pay Millions for Failing to Fix Errors That Made It Harder for Customers to Get Mental Health Care
EmblemHealth will compensate customers who paid out of pocket for mental health care because they couldn’t secure an appointment with a provider listed as being in-network. It also pledged to take additional steps to fix its provider directory.
Hegseth invited pastor who calls for Christian theocracy to lead Pentagon prayer service
A controversial pastor who supports repealing women’s right to vote and believes homosexuality should be a crime led a worship service at the Pentagon this week, saying he was invited by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi | North Central Bronx Unveils $2 Million Upgraded MRI Suite at North Central Bronx Campus - NYC Health + Hospitals
Bronx, NY — NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi | North Central Bronx today unveiled a new $2 million MRI suite at the North Central Bronx campus with renovated
Catholic health provider agrees to $42 million settlement in pension dispute
The lawsuit alleged that Providence Health had failed to adhere to the federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act in managing the company’s 401(k) plan.
Report: CT’s Black businesses need support to thrive and grow
The first 'State of Black Business' found that navigating CT's business support network and securing funding can be overly complicated.
Android security gets aggressive as Google bans thousands of developers and millions of sketchy apps
Google is using AI to block millions of harmful apps, crush scam tactics, and strengthen Play Protect, making Android safer.
EA Sports FC Revealed To Use AI For Some Commentator Voiceover
With permission - "it's always a collaboration"
With federal dollars secured, Salango details next steps for Capital Sports Center project
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito announced $7 million in congressionally directed spending on Wednesday.
Ground Control Business Management Acquires Wiles + Taylor & Co.
Ground Control Business Management has acquired Nashville’s Wiles + Taylor & Co. Founded in [...]
Health First turns to Epic emeritus docs to streamline EHR go-live
The four-hospital Florida health system's enterprise implementation was daunting, as any health IT leader knows. But getting outside, at-the-elbow help made for a smoother, safer and more controlled transition. The CMIO describes the big switch.
How the lightning strikes of nuclear science will fill foundational radiation research gaps
One path to becoming a successful researcher is to find an under explored scientific niche and add knowledge where it didn’t exist before.
Lights, camera, sports: Student athletics productions put learners at the center of the action
Students take leading roles in Marquette athletics productions, gaining valuable professional experience along the way.
Yvette Huet named dean of the College of Health and Human Services
Longstanding UNC Charlotte administrator and faculty member Yvette Huet has been named dean of the University’s College of Health and Human Services. Huet has led the college since July 2025 as interim dean. Her appointment is effective immediately. “Yvette is a strategic academic leader whose decades of service at Charlotte reflect a deep commitment to […]
2026 Genesis Invitational odds, predictions, favorites, field: PGA picks this week from 10,000 simulations
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Genesis Invitational 2026 10,000 times and revealed best bets for this Signature Event
Getting hands-on with LEDs and logic to make science tangible in the classroom
How do you make the complex reality of chips and electronics accessible to a broad audience? TU/e researcher Elles Raaijmakers believes an educational game can do just that. In the game I.C. Tycoon (working ...
What is Trump doing in Rome, Georgia? See his scheduled appearances
President Donald Trump is continuing his domestic tour to talk about the economy and affordability. On the schedule for Feb. 19 is Rome, Georgia.
Scientists discover the body’s hidden “off switch” for inflammation
A new human study has uncovered how the body naturally turns off inflammation. Researchers found that fat-derived molecules called epoxy-oxylipins rein in immune cells that can otherwise drive chronic disease. Using a drug to boost these molecules reduced pain faster and lowered harmful inflammatory cells. The discovery could pave the way for safer treatments for arthritis, heart disease, and other inflammation-related conditions.
Democrats recruit content creators in new strategy to win back Latino voters
The strategy, developed by the Congressional Hispanic Caucus’ political arm, is being rolled out in the Houston area as early voting begins for Texas’ statewide primary on March 3.
It’s Narnia Business! Head Through a Wardrobe into Hell’s Kitchen’s New Speakeasy
Shhhh! Hell's Kitchen just got a new bar — and like any good speakeasy, The Living Room is easy to miss on 10th Avenue.
United States Gift Card Business and Investment Report 2026: A 320+ Billion Market by 2030 Featuring Walmart, Amazon, Costco, Home Depot, Target, Apple, CVS, Sycamore Partners, Kroger, Publix
The US gift card market offers opportunities in four main areas: repositioning gift cards as ecosystem instruments to enhance brand loyalty, embedding them in apps for seamless transactions, using them as controlled corporate spending tools, and bolstering fraud controls. Focus on digital transformation and integration into payment ecosystems is key. U.S. Gift Card Market U.S. Gift Card Market Dublin, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "United States Gift Card Business and Investment Opportun
Meta reportedly plans to release a smartwatch this year
According to The Information, Meta has revived its smartwatch initiative internally called “Malibu 2."
A Record-Breaking Drill Beneath Antarctic Ice Revealed a Big Surprise
Peering back 23 million years into history.
Macron calls on political extremes to clean house after activist’s killing
“There is no space in France for movements that adopt or legitimate violence,” French president says.
This Week in Sports Trivia: February 19, 2026
How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.
BBC Hires Universal’s Ed Havard, Who Led On The BBC-NBC ‘Traitors’ Deal, To Run Entertainment
One of the architects behind the BBC and NBC’s The Traitors deal has joined the corporation to run entertainment. Ed Havard is exiting his SVP role at Universal International Studios (UIS) to become D...
BBC Hires Universal’s Ed Havard, Who Led On The BBC-NBC ‘Traitors’ Deal, To Run Entertainment
The BBC has hired 'The Traitors' exec Ed Havard & Fiona Campbell to run entertainment and factual commissioning.
Singapore Alternative Lending Business Market Report 2026-2029: BNPL and Embedded Finance Market Intensifies as Atome, Grab PayLater and Shopee SPayLater Compete with Bank-Led Instalment Expansion
Key market opportunities in Singapore's alternative lending include BNPL standardization favoring accredited providers, embedding SME credit within digital ecosystems, tightening digital acquisition standards, and expanding private credit funding pathways. These shifts could enhance regulatory compliance, market reach, and investment potential. Singaporean Alternative Lending Market Singaporean Alternative Lending Market Dublin, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Singapore Alternative Lendin
Federal proposal limiting foreign scientists at Boulder lab disrupts Colorado’s quantum industry
A proposed update to a federal security policy on government-funded research could shut out non-US associates from the federal lab after March
McCord: Run Huntington Beach Like a Service Business
Run Huntington Beach like a service business—not a political stage. Demand accounting on the 25-year Pacific Airshow deal, stop “balanced” budgets that rely on reserve raids and one-time patches, and tackle deferred maintenance and real hazard risks. November 2026: vote for competence, not drama.
Don't be fooled: Land use is politics
Florida is a classic case of captured government —government of, by and for the developer.
The surge in immigration enforcement is impacting health care across the nation, doctors warn
As the Trump administration continues its immigration crackdown in cities across the US, health care providers warn the impact of federal agents in health care settings – and the looming threat of immigration enforcement they’ve instilled nationwide – is presenting a barrier to care that could have a lasting impact on the health of communities.
Did grants given to Fairfax Co. businesses during COVID actually help?
Fairfax County’s pandemic grant programs helped hundreds of local businesses survive the steep economic downturn of 2020.
Pitt softball’s Ahmari Braden started her own cosmetics business — and it may be a hit
Ahmari Braden does a little bit of everything for Pitt softball. Last season, she led the team in batting average at a career-best .315, committed only...
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Feb. 19, 2026, puzzle No. 514
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
Daniel Miller
Daniel Miller is a reporter at POLITICO covering the intersection of entertainment, media, sports, technology and politics.Part of POLITICO’s California team since 2026, he examines how Hollywood and Southern California function as engines of political power. Daniel also covers the rainmakers, dealmakers and cultural figures who shape policy debates, elections and public life far beyond the state’s borders.Daniel previously spent 13 years at the Los Angeles Times, most recently as an enterprise reporter in the newspaper’s Metro department, where he worked on investigations and features. He wrote about allegations of sexual misconduct at L.A.’s Magic Castle, chronicled the cratering ventures of a celebrity vegan chef and detailed themystery of a missing million-dollar pocket watch once owned by J.P. Morgan. In 2019, he wrote, reported and hosted "Larger Than Life," an award-winning podcast about the life of an enigmatic L.A. street racer.He previously covered the business of entertainment for The Times, examining the fraught political ties between the Walt Disney Co. and the city of Anaheim, probing the world of second-tier talent agents operating on Hollywood’s fringes and uncovering allegations involving several #MeToo figures.Daniel was named Journalist of the Year at the 2015 National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards and, a year later, received the L.A. Press Club’s Entertainment Journalist of the Year award. He was also a finalist for the 2016 Loeb Awards for "Selling Stardom," a series on unscrupulous Hollywood operators. His narrative reporting has been honored by organizations including the Society for Features Journalism, the National Association of Black Journalists and the Motor Press Guild.Daniel began his career reporting in Southern California, writing for the Ventura County Star, the Los Angeles Business Journal and the Hollywood Reporter. He attended Beverly Hills High School and UCLA. He lives in Los Angeles.
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President Trump’s family business filed trademark applications for potential airport names, records show, staking a claim to three names: President Donald J. Trump International Airport, Donald J....
Steve Kerr rules Steph Curry out vs. Celtics, 'fingers crossed' on Kristaps Porzingis Warriors debut
Warriors coach Steve Kerr ruled out Steph Curry for Golden State's game vs. the Boston Celtics but remained optimistic for Kristaps Porzingis' debut.
Political blame game pushes DC-area sewage spill onto national stage
A sewage spill near the nation's capital is turning into a national political story, with President Trump and Maryland's governor trading insults and blame.
Potential clues? Palantir shares several risks of doing business in Colorado
When Palantir announced it moved its headquarters from Denver to Miami, it gave little reason for its decision. All it sent out was a short post on X. It came as a shock that the major company known for its federal contracts with U.S. military and immigration forces had been preparing a new place to […]
This odd-looking new Spinosaurus is reviving an age-old debate
Could Spinosaurus swim? A new fossil with a scimitar-like head crest provides new evidence on the unsettled question.
After Decades of Global Searching, Scientists Finally Create the Silicon Aromatic Once Thought Impossible
A long-standing chemistry challenge has been solved with the synthesis of a five-atom silicon aromatic ring.
The Elder Scrolls 6 Will Return to Bethesda's 'Classic Style' After Detours With Skyrim, Fallout 76, Says Todd Howard
The Elder Scrolls 6 is going to be a return to Bethesda's "classic style" of games, according to Bethesda director Todd Howard.
Giannis Antetokounmpo has message for fans after All-Star Weekend
Coming off of Giannis Antetokounmpo's 10th NBA All-Star Weekend – a break from a season that's been riddled with injury and noise – the Milwaukee Bucks superstar had this message for his fans.
Communication alumna Payal Patel makes handling crises her business
Diederich College of Communication alumna Payal Patel took the lessons she learned from Marquette into owning her own PR firm, Audacity.
What is the 'equal time' rule that Colbert says led CBS to pull his Talarico interview?
Stephen Colbert's comments that network executives pulled his interview with Democratic Texas Senate candidate James Talarico over fears it would violate regulatory guidance from the Trump administration has prompted a conversation about the rules governing how media outlets treat political coverage.
A startup called Germ becomes the first private messenger that launches directly from Bluesky's app
Social network Bluesky now offers private messaging by integrating the startup Germ's E2E encrypted messenger natively in its app.
SGMC Health EMS Earns AHA Mission: Lifeline Silver Award
SGMC Health’s EMS has received the American Heart Association (AHA) Mission: Lifeline® EMS Silver Achievement Award
Jeffrey Epstein's ties to politicians, business titans and other figures
Here are some of the prominent people whose ties to Epstein were revealed in the newly released material.