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Nature
Historically Black US universities chase top research ranking
Karl Thompson is a microbiologist at Howard University in Washington DC and the director of its graduate programme for biomedical sciences.Credit: Justin D. Knight/Howard University One year ago this month, Howard University in Washington DC landed the coveted title of an R1 research university — the highest US research designation conferred by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.…
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Sports
Jabari Smith Jr. puts up 31 as Rockets rumble past Jazz
Feb 23, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) grabs a defensive rebound against Utah Jazz forward Cody Williams (5) in the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images Jabari Smith Jr. scored a game-high 31 points, Kevin Durant and Tari Eason chipped in double-doubles and the Houston Rockets rolled to a 125-105…
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Health
Exploring the Link Between Niacin and Fatty Liver Disease
Fatty liver disease not caused by alcohol is quickly emerging as a major public health concern in the United States.1 It often develops silently over many years, with contributors like obesity, Type 2 diabetes, and insulin resistance. Symptoms — such as a swollen belly, unexplained weight loss, extreme fatigue, and pain in the upper right abdomen — usually don’t show…
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Music
Topshelf Records Drops Ekko Astral
Topshelf Records has dropped Washington, D.C. punk band Ekko Astral and is immediately ceasing all involvement with The Beltway Is Burning, their upcoming second album. The record label did not initially specify its reasoning. “We can no longer support Ekko Astral and will not be releasing their album 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘵𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘪𝘴 𝘣𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨,” Topshelf wrote on Instagram. “This includes the end…
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Food
Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta | The Recipe Critic
This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It’s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit. Why This…
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Movie
When Is Psycho Killer’s Digital VOD & Streaming Release Date?
Psycho Killer has finally hit theaters, and fans are curious about its digital release on streaming platforms. An official date for its digital VOD and streaming launch hasn’t been announced yet. Nevertheless, the film’s distributor and the studio’s past release trends hint at when audiences might be able to rent, buy, or stream the movie at home. Here are all…
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Arts & Theater
Why Those Post-Show Diner Trips Meant Everything — OnStage Blog
by Chris Peterson There is something sacred about a post-show diner trip when you’re a theatre kid. And for me, that was especially true in college. Those Denny’s trips were sacred events. I do not mean that in some dramatic, exaggerated way either. I mean, truly sacred. They were the extension of the show. The unofficial final act. The place…
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Business
Sam Altman gets defensive about AI’s power usage: ‘It also takes a lot of energy to train a human’
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman isn’t worried about AI’s increasingly glaring resource consumption, and argued humans require a lot too. In an on-stage interview at the India AI Impact summit, he went on the defensive after he was asked about ChatGPT’s water needs. He dismissed claims that the chatbot uses gallons of water per query as “completely untrue, totally insane,” according…
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Education
Supporting Teachers to Prevent Burnout and Finish the School Year Strong
contributed by Vivian Ivey, Principal, Aloma High School, Orlando, FL It’s no surprise that teachers are facing growing pressures. They engage with diverse students, each bringing their own unique backgrounds, life experiences and personalities. In these potentially challenging circumstances, teachers often need support to prevent burnout, especially when facing personal hardships outside the classroom or navigating classroom conflicts. With 26…
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Gambling
Second Police Gambling Scandal in a Day as Virginia Cop Gets 3 Years
Posted on: February 23, 2026, 07:19h. Last updated on: February 23, 2026, 07:19h. Virginia officer stole $831K to fund gambling habit Fake inheritance story used to secure 33 loans Court orders $747K restitution, three-year prison term A now-ex Virginia police officer who told friends and colleagues he was waiting on a large inheritance was, in fact, funneling most of their…
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