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Feb 18 2026FINANCE

Navient's Long-Awaited Compensation: A Closer Look

Navient, a major player in the student loan industry, has finally started sending out payments to borrowers who were allegedly wronged. This comes after a $100 million fund was set up by the U. S. consumer financial watchdog. The payments began rolling out in February, over a year after the Trump ad

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Trump's Immigration Policies Lose Ground, Poll Reveals

A recent survey has shown a drop in public support for Donald Trump's immigration policies. The poll, conducted over four days, found that only 38% of respondents approved of his handling of immigration. This is a decrease from the previous month and a significant drop from the early days of his ret

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Feb 18 2026FINANCE

Italy's Tax Haven Appeal: Why the Rich Are Flocking

Italy is not just a dream destination for tourists. It's becoming a hotspot for the wealthy. Over 3, 600 millionaires moved there last year. They brought in €21 billion. Why? Italy offers a special tax deal. It's called the CR7 rule. Named after Cristiano Ronaldo, it lets newcomers pay a flat tax. T

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Feb 18 2026BUSINESS

Navient's Long-Awaited Reparations Begin

Money is finally moving to those wronged by Navient, but not without a long delay. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has started sending out payments to borrowers after a deal was struck in 2024. Navient, a major student loan servicer, agreed to pay $120 million, with $100 million goin

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Feb 18 2026HEALTH

Measles Makes a Comeback on College Campuses

Measles is back, and it's hitting college campuses hard. Recently, over 40 students at a private college in southwest Florida were diagnosed with the virus. This isn't an isolated incident. Schools across the country are seeing similar outbreaks, putting unvaccinated students at risk. College stude

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Late Night Legal Limbo: Why Colbert Couldn't Chat with Talarico

There's a bit of a mix-up happening between Stephen Colbert and CBS. It all started when Colbert wanted to have Texas state representative James Talarico on his show, "The Late Show. " But things didn't go as planned. CBS says they didn't stop Colbert from having Talarico on the show. Instead, they

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Feb 17 2026SCIENCE

Climate 2025: A World on the Edge

The latest climate data shows the planet is heating faster than ever. 2025 has become one of the hottest years recorded, with temperatures exceeding pre‑industrial levels by more than 1. 4°C. This sharp rise follows a trend that has accelerated since the mid‑2010s, despite growing investments in ren

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

How Tennessee Raised Its School Test Scores

Tennessee students are now scoring better on the big national tests that check reading, math and history. The change shows how strong policies can move a whole state forward. The tests are not just for bragging. They help teachers see where students need help and guide school leaders on what to foc

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Mayor Pushes for Change in LA Olympic Leadership

The mayor of Los Angeles, Karen Bass, has urged the chair of the 2028 Olympic planning committee to resign. She said this after documents from the U. S. Justice Department showed emails between the chair, Casey Wasserman, and Ghislaine Maxwell, a known sex trafficker. These messages date back

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Feb 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Stars, Sports and Snow: The 2026 Winter Games in Full View

The first day of the 2026 Milan‑Cortina Winter Olympics drew a crowd that went beyond athletes. In the opening ceremony, a famous singer lit up the stage with a show‑stopping performance that showcased Italy’s flair. Later, two well‑known gymnasts were spotted cheering on friends and family at va

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