Lyall C. Storandt
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On the run from a boring life…
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For many Texans, harsh memories remain of the 2021 freeze and the ensuing days — or even weeks — without power and water.
For many Texans, memories of deadly winter blackouts still linger
The storm left millions of Texans without power or heat for days and led to at least 246 deaths statewide.
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February 16, 2026 at 1:48 PM
For many Texans, harsh memories remain of the 2021 freeze and the ensuing days — or even weeks — without power and water.
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WSJ: “.. The pricing break is over. .. Companies .. are raising prices early this year on items from bluejeans and spices to housewares and industrial products.”
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February 16, 2026 at 1:28 PM
WSJ: “.. The pricing break is over. .. Companies .. are raising prices early this year on items from bluejeans and spices to housewares and industrial products.”
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Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts – video
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts – video
The Kilauea volcano in Hawaii erupted on Sunday, sending lava fountains, ash and smoke into the air. The US Geological Survey said it was the 42nd episode of lava fountains since the current series of intermittent eruptions began in December 2024. The plume from the latest eruption reached more than 10,000 metres (35,000 feet), according to the National Weather Service Continue reading...
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February 16, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts – video
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Monday baby
February 16, 2026 at 1:46 PM
Monday baby
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Eligible voters of the United States!
The @npr.org voter registration guide has been updated to help get you ready for the 2026 primary elections.
You can find deadlines and the links you need to register and check your registration status at npr.org/vote
The @npr.org voter registration guide has been updated to help get you ready for the 2026 primary elections.
You can find deadlines and the links you need to register and check your registration status at npr.org/vote
How to register to vote and check your registration status
For the 2026 primary elections, NPR has collected deadlines and information on how to register to vote — online, in person or by mail — in every U.S. state and territory.
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February 16, 2026 at 1:51 PM
Eligible voters of the United States!
The @npr.org voter registration guide has been updated to help get you ready for the 2026 primary elections.
You can find deadlines and the links you need to register and check your registration status at npr.org/vote
The @npr.org voter registration guide has been updated to help get you ready for the 2026 primary elections.
You can find deadlines and the links you need to register and check your registration status at npr.org/vote
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“The U.S. no longer has emission standards of any meaning,” said Margo T. Oge, who served as the E.P.A.’s top vehicle emissions regulator under three presidents and has since advised both automakers and environmental groups…
“Nothing. Zero,” she added. “Not many countries have zero.”
“Nothing. Zero,” she added. “Not many countries have zero.”
With Latest Rollback, the U.S. Essentially Has No Clean-Car Rules
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February 16, 2026 at 12:28 PM
“The U.S. no longer has emission standards of any meaning,” said Margo T. Oge, who served as the E.P.A.’s top vehicle emissions regulator under three presidents and has since advised both automakers and environmental groups…
“Nothing. Zero,” she added. “Not many countries have zero.”
“Nothing. Zero,” she added. “Not many countries have zero.”
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A week into Donald Trump’s second term 37% of Americans thought the country was headed in the right direction, while 50% thought it was on the wrong track. Those numbers are now 31% and 61%, respectively
Donald Trump’s approval rating
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February 16, 2026 at 6:00 AM
A week into Donald Trump’s second term 37% of Americans thought the country was headed in the right direction, while 50% thought it was on the wrong track. Those numbers are now 31% and 61%, respectively
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Ukrainian civilian casualties surged by 26% in 2025, say researchers
Ukrainian civilian casualties surged by 26% in 2025, say researchers
Exclusive: Figures said to reflect increased Russian military targeting of cities and infrastructure
Civilian casualties in Ukraine caused by bombing soared by 26% during 2025, reflecting increased Russian targeting of cities and infrastructure in the country, according a global conflict monitoring group.
Action on Armed Violence (AOAV) said 2,248 civilians were reported killed and 12,493 injured by explosive violence in Ukraine according to English-language reports – with the number of casualties an incident rising significantly. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
February 16, 2026 at 6:02 AM
Ukrainian civilian casualties surged by 26% in 2025, say researchers
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Michelle Haas did not seek to bring her case to the Texas Supreme Court. That's the end of the road. We won.
In 2024, I wrote a story for Texas Monthly about Michelle Haas, whose complaints resulted in the removal of books about slavery from historic Texas slave plantations. Haas sued us, alleging defamation, and was represented by the preferred lawyer of billionaire J.P. Bryan. Today, we won on appeal.
February 15, 2026 at 11:57 PM
Michelle Haas did not seek to bring her case to the Texas Supreme Court. That's the end of the road. We won.
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it’s breathtaking to see how this country is in decline by every possible metric
Devastated to learn that Univ of Texas at Austin is closing the American Studies dept. The years I spent there earning my PhD were formative, making me the teacher, thinker, and writer I am today. I've passed on what I learned at UT to thousands of students over the past 20 years. Just awful.
February 16, 2026 at 2:55 AM
it’s breathtaking to see how this country is in decline by every possible metric
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A lot of 1990s photos of Oasis look like this to me.
February 16, 2026 at 3:54 AM
A lot of 1990s photos of Oasis look like this to me.
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re:your "Ace Ventura goes to Epstein Island" script—we like the concept. We th ink its very good. But it borrows too many jokes from AV1 & 2
February 16, 2026 at 4:50 AM
re:your "Ace Ventura goes to Epstein Island" script—we like the concept. We th ink its very good. But it borrows too many jokes from AV1 & 2
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33-year-old was rejected from a baseball internship, now she's the team's general manager: 'I never pictured I could have a career in baseball'
33-year-old was rejected from a baseball internship, now she's the team's general manager: 'I never pictured I could have a career in baseball'
Brooke Cooper is the general manager of the Worcester Red Sox. She was rejected the first time she applied for an internship with the team.
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February 16, 2026 at 5:00 AM
33-year-old was rejected from a baseball internship, now she's the team's general manager: 'I never pictured I could have a career in baseball'
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Is this all these ppl do in their free time??
every last conservative is a fucking pedophile holy shit www.yahoo.com/entertainmen...
Erika Kirk Faces Backlash Over Alleged 'Inappropriate' Texts With A 15-Year-Old: 'Absolutely Vile'
Purported Texts Between Erika Kirk And A 15-Year-Old Go Viral Sparking Backlash And 'Grooming' Allegations
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February 15, 2026 at 8:49 PM
Is this all these ppl do in their free time??
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The letter comes after Benioff joked at a company event on Monday that ICE was monitoring international employees in attendance, sparking immediate backlash.
Salesforce Workers Circulate Open Letter Urging CEO Marc Benioff to Denounce ICE
The letter comes after Benioff joked at a company event on Monday that ICE was monitoring international employees in attendance, sparking immediate backlash.
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February 16, 2026 at 12:05 AM
The letter comes after Benioff joked at a company event on Monday that ICE was monitoring international employees in attendance, sparking immediate backlash.
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African and Caribbean skiers unite at Olympics to call for more inclusion, support reut.rs/3ZIz8sG
African and Caribbean skiers unite at Olympics to call for more inclusion, support
Six Olympic skiers joined by their parents, coaches and federation presidents came together on Sunday to advocate for more inclusion at the Winter Games.
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February 15, 2026 at 10:50 PM
African and Caribbean skiers unite at Olympics to call for more inclusion, support reut.rs/3ZIz8sG
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I spoke to folks in Minnesota this morning. Much of the press coverage has disappeared, but the violence continues unabated.
Just because Bovino isn't there running tear gas parties does not mean they've stopped attacking Minnesotans. Please pay attention!!
Just because Bovino isn't there running tear gas parties does not mean they've stopped attacking Minnesotans. Please pay attention!!
Minnesota still needs your attention
This is the aftermath of an ICE kidnapping a few blocks from my home in St. Paul—an hour ago. A quiet street full of broken glass and at least three wrecked cars. The target of the kidnapping was taken away by ambulance. He was on a stretcher and covered by a sheet, though a cop said he was alive.
February 11, 2026 at 6:15 PM
I spoke to folks in Minnesota this morning. Much of the press coverage has disappeared, but the violence continues unabated.
Just because Bovino isn't there running tear gas parties does not mean they've stopped attacking Minnesotans. Please pay attention!!
Just because Bovino isn't there running tear gas parties does not mean they've stopped attacking Minnesotans. Please pay attention!!
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Look. I’m on record as saying the All-Star Game has outlived its usefulness. But that was good. OT, Blocked shots, close outs, a ticked off Wemby! That’s all people want; for the players to care enough to put some effort into what we all get is an exhibition.
Now, quiet: the GOAT is performing:
Now, quiet: the GOAT is performing:
February 15, 2026 at 10:59 PM
Look. I’m on record as saying the All-Star Game has outlived its usefulness. But that was good. OT, Blocked shots, close outs, a ticked off Wemby! That’s all people want; for the players to care enough to put some effort into what we all get is an exhibition.
Now, quiet: the GOAT is performing:
Now, quiet: the GOAT is performing:
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they're talking about michael jordan on multiple channels at the same time
February 15, 2026 at 11:01 PM
they're talking about michael jordan on multiple channels at the same time
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"I always enjoyed watching us beat Indiana" -- Barack Obama roasts Reggie Miller
February 15, 2026 at 11:02 PM
"I always enjoyed watching us beat Indiana" -- Barack Obama roasts Reggie Miller
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These "Matrix" remakes are out of control
February 15, 2026 at 9:33 PM
These "Matrix" remakes are out of control
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The pace at which US wealth concentration is rising is simply staggering
The concentration of AI wealth into the hands of a few tech barons + plutocratic capture ==> unchartered territory
The concentration of AI wealth into the hands of a few tech barons + plutocratic capture ==> unchartered territory
February 15, 2026 at 2:47 PM
The pace at which US wealth concentration is rising is simply staggering
The concentration of AI wealth into the hands of a few tech barons + plutocratic capture ==> unchartered territory
The concentration of AI wealth into the hands of a few tech barons + plutocratic capture ==> unchartered territory
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“Being in an All-Star game in L.A., it ain’t no bigger stage than that. You can’t replicate that anywhere else. It’s like you practice, you have quizzes throughout the year and then this is the big test that passes the grade,” #NBAAllStar Cade Cunningham bit.ly/3MDXxg2
Cade Cunningham's first NBA All-Star Game start a part of his plan - Andscape
Detroit Pistons star Cunningham checks off goal as part of his rise to the NBA elite. Next up: The Olympics.
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February 15, 2026 at 9:39 PM
“Being in an All-Star game in L.A., it ain’t no bigger stage than that. You can’t replicate that anywhere else. It’s like you practice, you have quizzes throughout the year and then this is the big test that passes the grade,” #NBAAllStar Cade Cunningham bit.ly/3MDXxg2
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Someone has sure already made this observation but the fact they can convert all those empty warehouses into prison camps means they could have converted them into housing, community centers, job training centers or, hell, libraries or schools all along. It’s always a matter of will not resources.
February 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Someone has sure already made this observation but the fact they can convert all those empty warehouses into prison camps means they could have converted them into housing, community centers, job training centers or, hell, libraries or schools all along. It’s always a matter of will not resources.