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Taylor Swift replied "HISTORIC 🥇🥇🥇" to Mikaela Shiffrin's Instagram post after Shiffrin won the Olympic slalom; the victory was Shiffrin's third Olympic gold and fourth overall medal, won by 1.50 seconds.

Actor Eric Dane addressed his daughters in a final interview filmed in November 2025 for Netflix's "Famous Last Words," and his family confirmed he died Thursday following a battle with ALS.

Los Angeles County filed a lawsuit Thursday in Los Angeles Superior Court alleging Roblox's platform enabled grooming and exploitation of children; Roblox says it strongly disputes the claims and will defend itself.

A care assistant pleaded guilty to multiple counts of rape and making indecent images and was sentenced to 21 years; police said their investigation remains ongoing.

Gerrit Cole faced three hitters in his first live batting practice since last March's Tommy John surgery, topping out at 96.9 mph and recording a strikeout, a groundout and a hard line drive.

More than 10 students and coaches told the WJCC school board they want lacrosse certified as a Virginia High School League sport; Superintendent Daniel Keever included a $225,000 lacrosse program in his proposed operating budget.

U.S. hockey captain Hilary Knight proposed to U.S. speed skater Brittany Bowe on Feb. 18 in Milan during the 2026 Winter Olympics; the pair first met at the 2022 Beijing Games and began dating in December 2022.

UN agencies warned that attacks on Ukraine’s energy and health infrastructure have left many women at heightened risk, a UN report linked most gangs in Haiti to child trafficking and exploitation, and the World Food Programme said Somalia’s emergency food assistance could stop by April without new funding.

A Colorado neurologist is using wearable neurotechnology and AI to study brain-wave patterns linked to brain age and seizure prediction, and he helped lead state and federal efforts to protect neural data.

A national cohort study of more than 27.8 million U.S. Medicare recipients aged 65+ (2000–2018) found long-term exposure to fine particulate air pollution was associated with a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease, with the link appearing largely direct rather than driven by common chronic conditions.

Lindsey Vonn said her most recent surgery went well but she is experiencing hard-to-manage pain and is making slow progress toward leaving the hospital.

Household batteries can leak heavy metals and sometimes overheat, creating environmental and safety risks; recycling sends them to centers that break down and recover materials. Experts and the EPA say registered drop-off sites and recycling help manage those risks.

The daughters of Kathleen and Gerard Boucher have launched "Kit & Jerry's Foundation for Good" to honor their parents and their dog after the Eastham couple fell through ice at First Encounter Beach; Kathleen was pronounced dead and Gerard has not been found.

A mediator helped secure a tentative agreement between NewYork‑Presbyterian and the New York State Nurses Association that, if ratified by about 4,200 nurses, would end nearly six weeks of strikes involving roughly 15,000 nurses.

South Africa will not have a government-backed pavilion at this year's Venice Biennale after a court dismissed artist Gabrielle Goliath's lawsuit over a Gaza-focused artwork.

A Saskatoon town hall drew more than 150 people and many speakers voiced support for Prairie Harm Reduction's supervised consumption site; organizers said comments will be compiled for Health Canada ahead of the site's exemption renewal.

Tahra Goraya, president and CEO of the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership, was appointed to California Forward's board of directors; California Forward is a multi-partisan nonprofit promoting a sustainable, resilient and inclusive New California Economy.

Researchers report a new Spinosaurus species, S. mirabilis, uncovered in Niger after remains first appeared in 2019 and were expanded in 2022; the animal’s scimitar-shaped crest and inland find challenge prior ideas about spinosaurid habitats.

Kerry Carpenter said he suffered four hamstring strains during last season and also tweaked the hamstring in the 2024 ALDS, and he has changed his offseason training to focus on strength, mobility and durability as he prepares for the 2026 season.

Pixar released the Toy Story 5 trailer on Feb. 19, showing Woody with a receding hairline, and social media users responded with nostalgia and lighthearted jokes.

The Jaguars used a rotating group of receivers last season, with Brian Thomas Jr., Jakobi Meyers, Parker Washington and Travis Hunter each leading the team in targets in different weeks; three receivers finished with more than 700 receiving yards.

Credit One Bank's 2025 Community Impact Report says the bank donated $6.55 million and contributed more than 4,400 volunteer hours to support 32 Las Vegas non-profits, focusing on financial education, affordable housing and employment services.

National Justice for Animals Week (Feb 22–28, 2026) highlights efforts by lawyers, advocates, and legislators to expand legal protections for animals through litigation, statutory changes, and constitutional reforms.

A tiny gray kitten named Henry prompted Calvin Tucker to begin feeding and rescuing stray cats and dogs in his Alabama town, and he founded the nonprofit SOCAT in 2020 after a viral video helped raise funds.

Amy Leffler, a teacher in the Quest gifted program in Billings, was recognized by the One Class at a Time program and received a $500 grant and a $150 City Brew Coffee gift card; her students are working on local projects that include food insecurity and water solutions.

A caregiving researcher suffered a stroke and describes how her husband became her primary caregiver, taking on daily logistics, emotional support and financial burdens; she highlights study findings on caregiver numbers and costs and points to policy ideas like a tax credit and better health data sharing.

A funeral for Catherine O'Hara was held Feb. 14, two weeks after her Jan. 30 death; officials reported a pulmonary embolism as the primary cause.

The Shade Tree in Las Vegas has appointed Donn Jersey as its Chief Development and Communications Officer; Jersey is the founder of Strategic3C and has led major fundraising and communications efforts for nonprofit and civic institutions.

A cancer survivor who tore her ACL describes how Lindsey Vonn’s Olympic fall and resilience helped her regain confidence and return to bolder skiing.

The sheriff reported a busy start to 2026, praising volunteer first responders and thanking them for regular training and service. He noted two deputies are in training, an upcoming deputy opening, and that applications are being accepted through the county website and a testing provider.