Gov. Gavin Newsom announced $35 million in state funds to help immigrant families with food assistance and other resources, releasing money the legislature set aside for philanthropic partners. The allocation comes as federal deportation efforts advance and after California limited some immigrant health care amid budget shortfalls.
Escambia County Fire Rescue held its 2026 Medal Day on Feb. 21 at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church to recognize service, promotions and awards for actions during 2025.
Government-backed research found the average number of female FTSE 100 chief executives did not change last year, leaving nine women in those roles. The FTSE 350 missed its voluntary 40% senior leadership target, with women holding 36% of those positions.
ACEA data show BYD new-car registrations in Europe rose to 18,242 in January 2026 from 6,884 a year earlier, while ACEA reported overall passenger-car registrations in the region fell.
Federal officials warned technology leaders that heavy reliance on Taiwan for advanced chips creates a major economic vulnerability, and governments plus some companies have announced investments to expand U.S. production that will take years to change global supply patterns.
On Feb. 24, 2026 the Moon is in its First Quarter phase with about 48% of its face illuminated, and the next Full Moon will be on March 3.
The first official Somaliland delegation arrived in Israel after Israel recognized Somaliland in December 2025 and visited the Shafdan wastewater treatment complex to review water recycling and agricultural technologies.
Chris Hemsworth said moving his family from Los Angeles back to a large farm in Australia was the "greatest decision" he has made, and described returning home as feeling like a holiday.
Photos and reports show the 1970s Osborne Reef tire project failed to create stable habitat and dispersed tires damaged coral; cleanup has removed nearly 650,000 tires by 2023 and will continue through at least February 2028.
Former U.S. officials and analysts warn a U.S. military strike on Iran could prompt broader Iranian retaliation, and U.S. and Iranian negotiators are expected to hold another round of talks soon.
