Day: February 13, 2026

Ukrainian Olympic Athlete Disqualified over Tribute on Helmet

Ukrainian Olympic Athlete Disqualified over Tribute on Helmet

Yesterday, Thursday, February 12, right before the skeleton competition, the IOC (International Olympic Committee) announced the disqualification of Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych because of his helmet.  The helmet, according to Heraskevych, is “special”. He explained, “It shows several athletes who have died over the past four years. Some of them were members of the Olympic […]

ICE Ending Operations in Minnesota

ICE Ending Operations in Minnesota

Tom Homan, the White House Border Czar, announced in a press conference on Thursday, February 12, that ICE operations are ending in Minnesota. Many people are skeptical of the news, with Governor Tim Walz saying he is “cautiously optimistic”. After the announcement, Walz also praised the actions of Minnesotans, saying, “the dignity, the compassion, the […]

Mejia Wins NJ District 11 Special Election Democratic Primary

Mejia Wins NJ District 11 Special Election Democratic Primary

The Democratic primary race for the special election in New Jersey’s 11th District has been called. Progressive organizer Analilia Mejia has won, beating almost a dozen other candidates, including former US representative Tom Malinowski. This special election is being held to fill the US House seat previously held by Mikie Sherrill. Sherrill resigned after winning […]

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