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Anthony Kim shot a final-round 9-under 63 to win the LIV Golf Adelaide tournament, finishing 23-under and three shots ahead of Jon Rahm; it is his first professional win in nearly 16 years, reported as 5,795 days since his last victory.

About 76% of people report experiencing burnout, and experts describe it as a stress response linked mainly to chronic work-related demands rather than a medical disease.

Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary and interest in the route has grown; Tripadvisor reports a 20% year‑over‑year rise and, with Choice Hotels, launched a 'Century of Route 66' interactive map highlighting stops across the eight states the highway crosses.

Illinois' House Revenue and Finance Committee will hold a Thursday hearing on a megaproject bill tied to the Bears' Arlington Heights stadium; the measure would let projects worth at least $500 million negotiate tax payments with local taxing districts.

A TikTok trend called Chinamaxxing has popularized Chinese wellness and lifestyle habits in the West, drawing attention from Chinese media and officials.

An interview in which Ilia Malinin said he is not a Taylor Swift fan aired before his Olympic free skate; he later finished eighth and Taylor Swift fans reacted online.

A local 12-U softball team assembled and donated backpacks with hygiene items and small treats to residents of the Harris Community Village in Tooele, and the shelter later announced it is seeking donations after its washing machine broke.

Iowa Farm Sanctuary, founded by Shawn and Jered Camp, has grown from a 10-acre site to a 40-acre sanctuary that cares for about 150 animals and runs education programs such as LEAP.

U.S. cattle herds are at a 75-year low and farmers report rising operating costs and softer local sales; the administration has moved to expand some beef imports to help cool ground beef prices.

Helping Hands Child Development Center in Riverside offers play-based daycare and preschool programs for children aged 18 months to 5 years, with low teacher-to-child ratios and regular family communication through newsletters and an app.

The state announced $9.5 million in water and sewer grants for McDowell and Mingo counties and proposed a $10 million SENTRY flood-warning pilot ahead of the one-year anniversary of a fatal flood.

NASA's SpaceX Crew-12 entered the International Space Station about 36 hours after liftoff on Feb. 14, restoring the station to its normal crew capacity; the four will remain for an eight-month mission.

A SpaceX Crew Dragon carrying four astronauts docked at the International Space Station on Feb. 14, restoring the station's crew to seven after four members returned early last month because of a medical issue.

Residents across Mahoning Valley marked Valentine's Day with events that included a hip-hop dance battle in Stuthers, a card-making fundraiser in Youngstown, and a charity breakfast in Canfield.

SpaceX's Crew Dragon delivered four astronauts to the International Space Station, restoring the station to its normal seven-person crew after a January medical evacuation; the crew launched from Cape Canaveral and are expected to stay eight to nine months.

The Trump administration moved to rescind the 2009 endangerment finding that linked six greenhouse gases to risks to public health and welfare; public health experts cited in the article say evidence since 2009 has strengthened connecting climate-driven heat, air pollution, infectious disease and extreme weather to health harms.

More than 10,000 nurses at Montefiore and Mount Sinai returned to work on Feb. 14 after ratifying new three-year contracts; more than 4,200 nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian remain on strike after rejecting a mediators' proposal.

Maximilian Pelletier joined the Shelter Island Fire Department in 2013 and credits veteran mentors—especially the late Andy Reeve—for guiding him; the department continues mentoring new recruits while volunteer ranks have declined both locally and across New York.

The IRS warned of a likely surge in call center demand around Presidents Day and said Presidents Day week is historically one of the busiest of the filing season. The agency pointed people to online tools on the Let Us Help You page on IRS.gov and described features of Individual Online Accounts and other self‑service resources.

Small Champions held its inaugural Adaptive Academy in Vail on January 29–30, offering two days of on‑snow professional development for instructors as part of the nonprofit's 30th anniversary.

A round-up highlights 19 wholesome internet posts, featuring pets, family moments, playful food, and cozy scenes intended to lift spirits this weekend.

The EPA under the Trump administration has proposed rescinding the 2009 endangerment finding that provided the legal basis for many federal greenhouse gas rules, with a formal announcement scheduled for Feb. 12; legal challenges are expected.

Yuma Kagiyama won the men's free skate silver while Ilia Malinin fell twice and finished eighth; Kagiyama spoke sympathetically about the pressure Malinin faced and his packed schedule.

Jordan Stolz won the men's 500 meters with an Olympic record time of 33.77, earning his second gold at the 2026 Games; Team USA men's hockey is scheduled to play Denmark in Group C after a 5-1 opening win over Latvia.

Dr. CJ Henley of Baptist MD Anderson in Jacksonville reports that radiation for HPV-related head and neck cancer can lead to rapid dental decline in survivors and is urging more intensive, lifelong dental care protocols.

A 68-year-old woman lost a waterproof titanium prosthetic leg at Bridlington beach last April; a fossil hunter found the prosthesis about 10 months later on a nearby shore and it was returned to her.

J.D. Power's 2025 Initial Quality Survey, based on responses from more than 92,000 buyers, named Lexus the top brand with 166 reported problems per 100 vehicles in the first 90 days.

About 10,500 nurses at Montefiore and Mount Sinai ratified three-year contracts and returned after a month-long strike, while more than 4,200 nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian remain on strike after rejecting a mediator's proposal.

Polymarket opened a temporary free grocery store in Greenwich Village and has relaunched a U.S. beta after acquiring QCEX and receiving federal regulatory approval; the company and rival Kalshi face state legal challenges over whether event contracts amount to gambling.

Downtown Loveland will host the Sweetheart Festival from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., alongside a wide slate of Valentine's Day contests, performances and community events across the area.