Michael Jordan and NASCAR find a shared purpose
Michael Jordan, majority owner of 23XI Racing, celebrated his team's Daytona 500 victory and has reached a December settlement with NASCAR that led to permanent, franchise-like charters.
2026/02/17
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Shein faces EU probe over sale of child-like dolls
The European Commission has opened a Digital Services Act investigation into Shein over the suspected sale of products the commission said could constitute child sexual abuse material; regulators will also examine the platform's recommendation system and design risks.
2026/02/17
Small nuclear reactors gain momentum in Texas as projects advance
Texas has moved from a gubernatorial working group to legislation and state funding while hosting multiple small modular reactor projects backed by federal and private support. Several demonstration projects and regulatory milestones are scheduled in the coming years, even as costs, licensing and long-term waste storage remain unresolved.
2026/02/17
Adani Pledges $100 Billion to Build AI Data Centers
Adani Group plans to invest $100 billion in data centers and aims to generate 5 gigawatts from renewable energy by 2035.
2026/02/17
La Crosse fire to staff ambulance 24/7 after council vote
The City Council unanimously approved moving the La Crosse Fire Department from part-time ambulance coverage to a 24/7 arrangement with Tri‑State Ambulance, and the city expects about $760,000 in annual revenue from the agreement.
2026/02/17
Hardeeville Foundation awards $141,795 to local organizations
The Hardeeville Community Transformation Foundation awarded $141,795 in 2025 grants to 11 local organizations to support education and workforce training.
2026/02/17
Sumatran tiger spotted near Zamrud National Park, officials say
Authorities in Riau, Indonesia, are investigating a reported Sumatran tiger sighting near a water injection plant access road; BBKSDA sent a response team from Zamrud National Park and said it is conducting direct confirmation.
2026/02/17
RSV shot coverage in Newfoundland and Labrador remains limited as parents and doctors call for expansion
Parents and medical groups say Newfoundland and Labrador limits public coverage of the infant RSV antibody nirsevimab to high‑risk babies, and the province says it is examining options but has no concrete plans to expand universal coverage.
2026/02/17
Greenland sled dog champion says melting ice threatens his culture
Jørgen Kristensen, a five-time Greenlandic sled dog champion, says warming and melting ice are putting the dog-sled traditions he grew up with at risk.
2026/02/17
Electronic artist Look Mum No Computer will represent the UK at Eurovision.
The BBC announced that electronic musician and inventor Look Mum No Computer will represent the United Kingdom at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna; his song has not yet been released.
2026/02/17
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