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The blocky mass of gray concrete that serves as the federal courthouse has been a landmark in downtown Fort Lauderdale since 1979, but its days as a place where cases of national importance are decided are numbered.
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Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Feb. 2026
For starters, the HG02 from EDC brand TerraBeast is a blocky, pocket-sized flashlight made from a corrosion- and rust-proof aluminum alloy.
The Goop founder’s winter-perfect sweater—a $725 piece from her namesake fashion label—exuded a preppy vibe with its pointed collars, slightly boxy silhouette, and open-front V-neck.
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Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
26 Jan. 2026
The Recon boasts a powerful 650-horsepower dual motor powertrain and boxy styling.