Friday February 13, 2026

In today's episode, we cover Massachusetts' innovative move to reduce housing costs by potentially eliminating the two-staircase requirement in midrise apartments, which could unlock up to 130,000 new units. Governor Maura Healey's initiative aims to utilize nearly 5,000 parcels near public transit. In sports, Red Sox's Triston Casas faces pressure at spring training amid new competition for first base and designated hitter roles. His recent red ski mask appearance drew mixed reactions from fans. Olympic medals are under scrutiny for defects, with several athletes reporting broken or dented awards. The organizing committee is addressing these issues while the medals' value hits a century high due to rising precious metal prices. In tech news, Amazon's Ring ends its partnership with Flock Safety following privacy concerns over a Super Bowl ad. The company refocuses on crime prevention amid scrutiny. Meanwhile, Apple remains committed to launching its new Siri this year despite internal delays. Lastly, Dancing With the Stars plans a spinoff series, "The Next Pro," with Robert Irwin in talks to host and Mark Ballas as a potential judge.

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