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Sports
See allNew Esports Title Breaks Viewership Records at Global Tournament
A newly launched esports game has shattered viewership records at its inaugural global tournament, drawing millions of viewers across various...
Olympic Tributes, Silver Medals, and Family Struggles
In our latest reporting at TheWkly, we explore how global events intersect with personal lives, focusing on Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav...
Drones Distract Athletes at High-Speed Events
In our latest analysis at TheWkly, we're examining how drones used for broadcasting in sports events are creating unexpected challenges for...
Health
See allNew Vaccine Shows Promise Against Emerging Virus Strain in 2026 Trials
A groundbreaking vaccine targeting an emerging virus strain has shown promising results in early 2026 clinical trials, according to a recent...
Hidden Risks in Commercial Dog Food
At TheWkly, we're diving into the potential risks lurking in commercial dog food, which could impact millions of American pet owners. Our...
Global Health Alert: New Viral Strain Detected in Southeast Asia
A new viral strain, tentatively named SEA-V26, has been identified in Jakarta, Indonesia, with early reports of rapid transmission among local...
Politics
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Study Shows AI Microtargeting Boosts Voter Turnout in Simulated 2026 Elections
Researchers from the American Political Science Review conducted a study using randomized controlled trials with over 10,000 participants to...
Immigration Enforcement Pulls Back in Minnesota: Key Impacts for Families
In our latest reporting at TheWkly, we explore the decision to halt the federal immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota, which led to over...
DOJ Antitrust Chief's Resignation Raises Tech Regulation Questions
In recent developments, the head of the Justice Department's antitrust division has resigned due to reported disagreements with senior officials...
World
See allTensions Escalate as China Imposes New Trade Restrictions on Rare Earth Exports
China announced new restrictions on rare earth mineral exports on February 11, 2026, citing national security and environmental concerns. These...
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens in Yemen as Ceasefire Talks Collapse
Ceasefire talks in Yemen have collapsed, intensifying an already dire humanitarian crisis that has left millions on the brink of starvation. The...
Artificial Intelligence's Potential to Transform Global Health Outcomes
The Brookings Institution's research examines the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in improving global health outcomes, particularly in...
Lifestyle
See allCelebrity Couple Announces Surprise Engagement at Charity Gala
A beloved celebrity couple stunned fans and attendees by announcing their engagement at a high-profile charity gala in Los Angeles on February 12,...
Rare Double Friday the 13th: A Calendar Curiosity in 2026
In 2026, a rare event unfolds with two Friday the 13ths occurring back-to-back in February and March, a phenomenon that only happens about three...
Unlock Savings on Age-Defying Skincare with Medik8's Sale
In our latest analysis at TheWkly, we're spotlighting a 25% discount on Medik8's popular anti-aging skincare products, offering a smart way for...
Entertainment
See allDisney's Park Transformation: A 25-Year Turnaround
In our latest analysis at TheWkly, we explore how Disney's California Adventure has transformed from early criticism into a top global...
Japanese Anime 'Skybound Saga' Wins Top Prize at Tokyo Film Festival
The animated feature 'Skybound Saga' has clinched the coveted Grand Prix at the Tokyo Film Festival, a landmark achievement for Japanese anime on...
Virtual Reality Film Festival Breaks Attendance Records in 2026
A groundbreaking Virtual Reality Film Festival, held entirely online, has shattered attendance records in 2026, drawing over 2 million...
Investigation
See allNephew says no sentence long enough for man's death in Malta
A man's death occurred in Malta, as reported in the article. The nephew of the deceased man made a statement regarding the death. In his...
Federal Investigation Launched into Tech Giant's Data Practices
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched a significant investigation into a major tech company over allegations of user data misuse and...
Financial Fraud Scheme Exposed in Tokyo Banking Sector
Japanese financial regulators have uncovered a massive fraud scheme in Tokyo’s banking sector, implicating several mid-tier banks in a...
Technology
See allAI Insider Quits Over ChatGPT Ethics Concerns
In our examination of the tech landscape, we report that a prominent AI researcher has resigned from a major company due to ethical issues with...
AI Voice Agents: Transforming Customer Service for Busy Families
At TheWkly, we're diving into how AI voice agents are revolutionizing customer service, making interactions faster and more efficient for American...
New Wearable Gadget Tracks Health Metrics with Unprecedented Accuracy
A Silicon Valley-based company has unveiled a groundbreaking wearable gadget that tracks health metrics such as heart rate, sleep patterns, and...
Business
See allChicken Prices Fall While Beef Rises: Impacts on Family Budgets
In our latest analysis at TheWkly, we've noted a 1.7% decrease in boneless chicken retail prices over the past two years, providing some financial...
Justice Department's Antitrust Chief Announces Key Initiative
In our latest analysis at TheWkly, we've uncovered how the Justice Department's antitrust chief is launching a major initiative to tackle...
Tech Giant Nexus Corp Announces Major Layoffs Amid Global Slowdown
Tech giant Nexus Corp announced on February 12, 2026, that it will lay off 15,000 employees globally, citing a slowdown in demand for tech...
Education
See allNew Federal Education Grant Program Targets Rural Schools in 2026
The U.S. Department of Education announced a new $500 million grant program on February 11, 2026, aimed at supporting rural schools. This...
New Digital Learning Platform Launched in UK Schools to Boost STEM Education
The UK Department for Education has rolled out a cutting-edge digital learning platform aimed at enhancing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering,...
Speed-Training Games Boost Learning Through Gradual Difficulty and Implicit Learning
Speed-training games are revolutionizing the way American families approach learning. Recent research indicates that these interactive games...
Opinion
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Article reflects on translating spiritual principles into daily laws in Jewish history
The article states that after great spiritual storms and heights unknown to humanity, a quieter day arrives where sweeping principles are...
The Housing Crisis Is a Policy Failure We Can't Ignore
This opinion piece from The Guardian sharply criticizes the UK government's failure to address the escalating housing crisis, which has left many...
The Climate Crisis Demands Immediate Action, Not Empty Promises
In this opinion piece, the author argues that the climate crisis has reached a critical tipping point, with recent extreme weather events...
U.S.
See allU.S. Trade Deficit Widens as Imports Surge in Early 2026
The U.S. trade deficit has hit a record high in early 2026, driven by a significant surge in imports as global supply chains realign...
Woman in Lebanon Faces Child Endangerment Charges After Child Found Alone
A woman in Lebanon faces child endangerment charges. Her child was found standing alone. The charges stem from the incident where the child was...
Major Winter Storm Paralyzes Midwest with Record Snowfall
A powerful winter storm has swept across the Midwest, dumping record-breaking snowfall of up to 24 inches in parts of Illinois, Michigan, and...
Environment
See allNew Study Warns of Up to 1.5 Meters of Sea Level Rise from Antarctic Ice Melt by 2100
Researchers from a team published in Nature Climate Change analyzed satellite data, climate models, and ice sheet simulations to study the...
California Unveils New Solar Incentive Program to Boost Renewable Adoption
California has launched a groundbreaking solar incentive program to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy in residential areas. The...
Kenya Launches Largest Solar Power Plant in East Africa
Kenya has unveiled the largest solar power plant in East Africa, located in the Rift Valley, with the capacity to supply electricity to over...
Science
See allAI Model Predicts Protein Folding with Unprecedented Accuracy
DeepMind's latest AI model, AlphaFold 3, has achieved near-perfect accuracy in predicting protein structures, marking a significant milestone in...
Researchers Demonstrate Net Energy Gain in Nuclear Fusion Experiment
Researchers conducted experiments using a tokamak reactor, which confines superheated plasma with powerful magnetic fields to facilitate nuclear...
Climate Study Reveals Unexpected Carbon Sink in African Rainforests
A groundbreaking study from the University of Cape Town has revealed that the rainforests of the Congo Basin are absorbing significantly more...
Research & Analysis
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Study Shows AI Microtargeting Boosts Voter Turnout in Simulated 2026 Elections
Researchers from the American Political Science Review conducted a study using randomized controlled trials with over 10,000 participants to...
Investigation uncovers tech companies' use of offshore accounts to evade taxes, impacting public funding
ProPublica's investigation analyzed leaked financial documents, corporate filings from tech companies, and conducted interviews with tax experts...
New Study Warns of Up to 1.5 Meters of Sea Level Rise from Antarctic Ice Melt by 2100
Researchers from a team published in Nature Climate Change analyzed satellite data, climate models, and ice sheet simulations to study the...
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EXCLUSIVE: Ed Martin Removed From DOJ Weaponization Task Force – Alex Jones Responds!
Martin currently serves at the DOJ as the Pardon Attorney and leads the department’s “weaponization working group.” CNN ...
Reclaim Your Health: Simple, Natural Steps to Remove Toxins and Revitalize Your Body
(NaturalNews) Introduction: Why Your Body Needs a Detox Now More Than EverWe are living in an unprecedented era of toxic...
The fungal frontier: Reexamining an ancient mushroom for modern brain health
(NaturalNews) Lion's mane mushroom contains unique compounds, hericenones and erinacines, that stimulate nerve growth ...
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