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A published report describes a data-driven framework that combines data quality standards, interdisciplinary training, and predictive emission modeling to inform climate policy, and Bin Li is named as a contributor with academic and professional experience in environmental planning.

A SETI Institute study suggests Titan formed about 400 million years ago when two large moons collided, a scenario that could also explain the creation of Hyperion, several unusual satellite orbits, and a relatively young ring system.

Cube Wellness, a subsidiary of GBT Technologies, acquired 23 additional AI-enabled wellness machines, bringing its deployed and deployment-ready total to 36 and beginning onboarding for a university rollout.

Federal payments of about $235 million were released after a federal judge's Feb. 6 order, allowing work on the $16 billion Gateway rail tunnel between Manhattan and New Jersey to resume next week.

The article mentions AmeraMex International said it drew strong buyer interest at the 77th Sierra Cascade Logging Conference, where exhibitor space was sold out and attendees showed demand for Tier 4 and electric equipment.

Dunnhumby found Walmart's grocery penetration rose to 72 percent, and the firm reported 70 percent of working-age Americans struggle to cover a $400 emergency.

A study of meteorite samples aboard the ISS found microbes leached metals at similar rates in microgravity and on Earth, and a fungus showed increased metabolism that helped extract 18 of 44 tested elements.

Researchers developed a model using plasma p‑tau217 that estimated the age of Alzheimer's symptom onset to within three to four years in a study of 603 older adults, and they released the model code and a web tool for exploration.

Giuffre's siblings thanked Thames Valley Police after the arrest of former Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct in public office; Giuffre died last year and had accused him of assault when she was a teenager, which he denied.

The JL Sports Association’s Jui Long Lion Dance Troupe in Garland practices acrobatic, two-person lion dances and says the colorful costumes carry different meanings during Lunar New Year.

Nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian are returning to the bargaining table as their strike enters its sixth week. The talks center on staffing levels and follow an arbitrator award of nearly $400,000 to pediatric ICU nurses over chronic staffing issues.

Ramadan, Ash Wednesday and Lunar New Year began within 24 hours in Minnesota this week, and communities marked the occasions with religious and cultural observances. Some people noted lingering concerns after a recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement enforcement surge in the state.

Thames Valley Police arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor at his Sandringham home on suspicion of misconduct in public office, and said it was assessing reports he shared confidential information with Jeffrey Epstein.

Lewis University said it will shift in-person classes at its Oak Brook site to online delivery Feb. 16–21 after learning that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is leasing office space in the same building, and the school is coordinating with property management while promising updates.

Amber Glenn sought professional treatment for severe depression in the mid-2010s, returned to competitive skating in 2016, later won U.S. national titles and competed at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Amber Glenn faced severe depression beginning in the early-to-mid 2010s and sought professional treatment that included a week in a psychiatric facility in 2015. She returned to competition, won three consecutive U.S. national championships and qualified for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

A Pew survey found 64% of teens use AI chatbots, and education researchers say parents, schools and lawmakers each have roles in guiding children's use while product safeguards and legislation continue to develop.

Ohio Township Fire Department is encouraging residents to install tamper-resistant Knox Boxes that store a house key so emergency responders can enter without forced entry; officials say the boxes can speed access during fires and medical emergencies and are managed through a cloud-based system.

Verland provides residential housing and vocational services for people with complex physical and intellectual challenges, and caregivers there describe close, reciprocal relationships with residents.

Mitochondria produce the cell’s energy and both their number and function decline with age; exercise, a balanced diet and sleep are linked to better mitochondrial health while many popular supplements and therapies lack clear evidence in people.

Amber Glenn previously struggled with depression and sought treatment; she won a team Olympic gold with the U.S. and is competing in the women's singles at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

The third annual AANHPI Night Market will be held Feb. 20 from 5–8 p.m. at Culver City High School and will bring together dozens of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander–owned food and goods vendors.

Many Lenten fish fries serve deep-fried fish, and doctors say frequent fried-food intake is linked with higher heart risks; some events offer baked or grilled options and experts noted balancing those meals with healthier choices the rest of the week.

Blueberry is a quiet, affectionate cat who warms up with patience and treats and has prior experience living in a home; he is reported to be comfortable sharing space with other cats.

A CPJ report says 59 Palestinian journalists detained after October 2023 reported widespread abuse in Israeli custody, with most describing physical or sexual violence and severe food deprivation. Many were held under administrative detention and CPJ called for accountability; next steps are undetermined.

A reported Labour proposal would restrict automatic Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) to pupils with severe needs and move decisions and much of the funding for other support to schools from the 2029 academic year.

Michael Zelniker's eight-part series The Struggle for Mother Water was selected for the Berlinale Series Market and documents how billions lack reliable access to safe drinking water.

Microsoft and other hyperscalers are stepping up investment in quantum computing, and Microsoft says machines with commercial value could be operating in data centers by 2029.

Goleta's City Council voted 4-1 to adopt an urgency ordinance that immediately prevents University Mobile Home Park from converting to all-ages and adds a citywide senior mobile home park overlay; the ordinance will expire in 45 days unless extended.

ViiV Healthcare reported that final 48-week data from the LATITUDE phase III trial showed its long-acting injectable, Cabenuva (cabotegravir + rilpivirine), maintained viral load suppression better than daily oral therapy in people with past adherence challenges; the results were published in the New England Journal of Medicine.