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The best new popular science books of February 2026

Readers are spoiled for choice when it comes to popular science reading this month, with new titles by major names including Maggie Aderin and Michael Pollan ...
Psychology Today

Barbie, Inclusion, and the Psychology of Play in Chaos

As cultural chaos grows, Barbie’s inclusive evolution shows how play can stabilize identity development and foster empathy across differences.
Central Illinois Proud on MSN

No. 9 Illini beat No. 5 Nebraska, ISU women defeat Bradley in OT

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) – In a top-ten, nationally-televised matchup, the No. 9 Fighting Illini defeated No. 5 Nebraska on the road Sunday. It’s their second straight win against a top-five team on the ...
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Yarger’s donating half of Sunday proceeds to injured deputy

Yarger's pizza restaurant in Lacon, IL is donating half of its proceeds on Feb. 1 to the Peoria County deputy who was injured in a Saturday night shooting, and donations can also be made via Shawn ...