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Feb 18 2026FINANCE

Planning for Retirement: Is $2 Million Enough?

Retirement planning can be tricky. A recent study found that many Americans think they need around $2 million to retire comfortably. But is that really the case? Several factors come into play when determining if $2 million is enough. For instance, where you live, how much you spend, and how long y

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Feb 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Infosys and Anthropic Team Up to Boost AI in Businesses

Infosys and Anthropic have joined forces to make AI work better for big companies. This team-up is all about making AI smarter and more useful in different industries like telecom, banking, and manufacturing. The plan is to mix Anthropic's Claude AI models with Infosys's Topaz AI tools. This combo

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Feb 18 2026SCIENCE

How Flies Keep Their Rhythms in Check

Flies, like many creatures, have internal clocks that help them stay on schedule. These clocks control when they sleep, eat, and do other important things. But not all flies stick to the clock perfectly. Some are more flexible, and this flexibility might help them survive when things get tough. One

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Feb 18 2026HEALTH

Understanding Melanoma: What You Need to Know

Melanoma is a serious type of skin cancer that can spread quickly to other parts of the body. It starts in the cells that give skin its color. Spotting it early is crucial for effective treatment. One way to check for melanoma is by using the ABCDE guide. Look for moles that are asymmetrical, have u

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Feb 18 2026OPINION

Jeff Bezos and the Washington Post: A Lesson in Trust

In 2017, a chance meeting with Jeff Bezos left a lasting impression. Sitting at a dinner in Italy, the owner of the Washington Post spoke passionately about investing in journalism. He promised to grow the newsroom and turn the paper around. At the time, this was encouraging news. Many media outlets

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Feb 18 2026SCIENCE

How Tiny Heat Waves Can Spot Proteins

Proteins are like tiny messengers in our body. They play a big role in diseases, drugs, and research. So, spotting them quickly and accurately is super important. There's a cool new way to do this using something called microscale thermophoresis (MST). It's like a heat wave that helps us see these p

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Feb 17 2026HEALTH

Improving Multiple Sclerosis Care in Nepal with Simple, Affordable Ideas

Multiple sclerosis is a disease that damages the brain and spinal cord. It usually shows up in young people, but many low‑income countries miss it or treat it poorly. In Nepal, doctors and the public often do not know enough about the condition. People also struggle to get brain scans, lab tests,

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Feb 17 2026BUSINESS

Closing Days of a Footshop Legacy

Footworks, a local shoe repair and orthotics shop that had been part of the community for almost five decades, is closing its doors. The business began in 1978 when Gary Lavoie and his wife Dorothy turned a tax refund into a new venture after their tree‑cutting company failed during a severe blizzar

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Feb 17 2026CRIME

New Chicago Dungeon Under Scrutiny

City Hall has moved to pause a business that operates as a “sex dungeon” while officials decide how it fits into the city’s rules. The shutdown comes after a past case involving a woman who ran a high‑end brothel that attracted thousands of clients and earned over a million dollars. That woman, know

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

California’s Clean‑Energy Deal Faces Hot Debate

The state signed a partnership with the United Kingdom that promises almost a billion dollars for green projects, but many see it as another costly misstep. The agreement was announced by California’s governor and the UK’s energy minister, aiming to speed up climate action. Critics argue that

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