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Air Pollution Linked to Higher Alzheimer’s Risk in Large-Scale Studies
Data indicates long-term exposure to fine particulate matter raises Alzheimer’s risk in older adults, according to a study of Medicare recipients.
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James Webb Space Telescope Reveals 3D Map of Uranus’s Atmosphere
A 15-hour observation captured two auroral bands near Uranus's magnetic poles, according to published data. The map was released in February 2026.
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Supermassive Black Holes Linked to Suppressed Star Formation in Neighboring Galaxies
A study describes how supermassive black holes inhibit star formation in surrounding galaxies, according to The Astrophysical Journal Letters.
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Azerbaijani Embassy Showcases Culture at Turkmenistan Diplomacy Day Event
Azerbaijan's embassy showcased its culture and tourism at an international exhibition in Ashgabat during Turkmenistan's Diplomacy Day event.
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US Markets Decline as Oil Prices Climb and Energy Orders Surge
US stock indexes fell on February 19, 2026, as oil prices surged to six-month highs, with Siemens Energy reporting a record order backlog.
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AI Impact Summit Highlights Calls for Research and Regulation
Global leaders at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi called for enhanced research and regulation. The U.S. opposed global governance, reports say.
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Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Markers of Faster Biological Ageing
A study describes a connection between high ultra-processed food consumption and shorter telomeres, according to published data.
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Judge Temporarily Blocks Deportation of Four Chagossians From Atoll
A court filing describes a temporary injunction against the deportation of four Chagossians, according to legal documents. The order lasts seven days.
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Push 2.0 Group Brings NFC Technology to Public Science Lab
A public-access laboratory for NFC technology experiences has been launched, according to reports. The initiative aims to enhance hands-on learning.
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Over 1,100 Wild Birds Found Dead or Sick in New Jersey Counties
More than 1,100 birds, primarily Canada geese, were reported dead or ill across seven counties, according to state wildlife officials.