Posts by Amelia Frost
GOP Rep. Gimenez Appears To Warn Mexican President Sheinbaum Over Help To Cuba: ‘Concrete Actions’
Republican Rep. Carlos Gimenez appeared to issue a warning to Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum over her administration’s stance regarding the Cuban regime. In a social media publication, Gimenez said “we will be seeking concrete actions against any & every country that undermines US policy against the murderous regime in Cuba.” 🚨We will be seeking concrete…
Read MorePresidents Day 2026: Walmart, Target And Major Retailers Open As Federal Offices And Markets Clos
Americans observing Presidents Day on Monday will find federal offices, financial markets and mail services closed for the holiday, while most major retailers, including Walmart and Target, remain open for business, according to reports. Presidents Day, officially recognized as Washington’s Birthday, is a federal holiday, meaning government offices, courts and many public schools are not…
Read MoreAI’s Role in Modern Warfare: The Case of Claude in Venezuela
Something went wrong after Operation Absolute Resolve. Or rather — something went right, the mission succeeded, and then somebody at Anthropic made a phone call that undid quite a lot of the goodwill. An executive at the San Francisco company behind Claude contacted Palantir Technologies in the days after the Caracas raid to ask a…
Read MoreJohnson & Johnson Faces New Talc Trial Loss as Jury Awards Damages
A Pennsylvania jury has ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay $250,000 to the family of a woman who said the company’s talc-based baby powder caused her ovarian cancer. The verdict adds to the company’s ongoing legal troubles over its talc products, which have been the subject of thousands of lawsuits across the country. The decision…
Read MoreCongress Sees Highest Retirement Rate in Modern Era Ahead of Midterms
A record number of members of Congress are choosing not to run for re-election ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, with departures reaching the highest combined total this century, according to data cited by NBC News. Lawmakers from both parties cite family considerations, health, political frustration and bids for higher office, but the imbalance in…
Read MoreWarner Bros May Reopen Paramount Sale Talks After Amended Offer
Warner Bros. Discovery’s board is considering reopening sale talks with Paramount Skydance after receiving a revised takeover offer, according to a Bloomberg News report published Sunday. The board has not made a final decision and could still move forward with its current agreement with Netflix. The report, which cited people familiar with the matter, said…
Read MoreSingapore to Impose New Levy on Flights to Fund Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Singapore will begin charging a new levy on airline tickets later this year to help pay for sustainable aviation fuel, making flights slightly more expensive for travelers using Changi International Airport. The surcharge will apply to tickets sold after April 1 for flights departing on or after Oct. 1. Passengers will pay between 1 Singapore…
Read MoreByteDance Addresses Copyright Concerns as Disney Challenges Seedance 2.0
ByteDance said Monday it will strengthen safeguards on its new AI video generator, Seedance 2.0, after facing legal threats from major US studios, including Disney. The move follows a cease-and-desist letter accusing the Chinese tech firm of using copyrighted characters without permission. Seedance 2.0, released last week, quickly went viral in China. Users shared short…
Read MoreWendy’s Announces Nationwide Closures as 2026 Forecast Disappoints
Wendy’s announced it will close hundreds of restaurants across the United States after reporting a sharp drop in sales and a weak forecast for 2026. The company announced that it intends to close approximately 5% to 6% of its US locations during the first half of 2026. In total, that would amount to an estimated…
Read MoreCalgary Sun Letters, Feb. 16, 2026: ‘Conservative hypocrisy on display’
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Opinion Letters Published Feb 16, 2026 • Last updated 21 minutes ago • 4 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith takes part in a press conference following a First Ministers Meeting in Ottawa in this…
Read MoreDakota Johnson Found a Loafer Replacement to Pair With Slim Jeans in Spring 2026
If there’s one thing you can count on from a Dakota Johnson daytime ensemble, it’s a powerful combination of denim and loafers. Whether she’s rocking chunky soles with wide-leg jeans or her highly favored cigarette jeans and penny loafers, Johnson rarely strays from her signature footwear when it comes to everyday dressing. Even when she…
Read MoreHow to Style Wavy Hair, According to Pro Hairstylists
For a more long-term fix, remember: Frizz is your hair looking for moisture. “Frizzy hair occurs when the hair cuticles lift, allowing moisture to enter and swell the strands unevenly,” says Lia Hakim, professional hairstylist and founder of Hott Salons. If you’re dealing with frizzy waves regularly, it’s a sign to invest in a richer…
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