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Feb 18 2026BUSINESS

SolarEdge’s 2025 Results: Growth, Challenges and a Look Ahead

SolarEdge, a key player in smart solar technology, shared its earnings for the last quarter and the full year of 2025. The company reported a revenue of $335. 4 million for the fourth quarter, a slight dip from the previous period but still reflecting strong sales of inverters and battery systems

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Feb 18 2026CRIME

Bike Rumble Turns Hate Crime: A Quick Look at the Case

A man named Travis Bonn was caught on video using a hateful slur against a Black woman while riding his bike. The incident happened near a fast‑food spot on 44th Street SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The woman was just getting out of her car after work and was waiting to enter a one‑way street. She s

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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 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Investors Bet Big Amid Market Slump

Dragonfly Capital, a crypto investment firm, just raised a massive $650 million fund, even though the crypto market is in a slump. This is a big deal because many other investors are pulling back right now. The firm's managing partner, Haseeb Qureshi, admitted it's a strange time to celebrate. He po

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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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Feb 17 2026LIFESTYLE

Caring for a Parent with Hoarding and Debt Issues

A person has been helping their elderly parents for a year. Their mother has a problem with hoarding and spending money. The father is not well and can't help. The person and their family have sold the house and paid off debts. Now, the parents live in a small rental with no yard work. The person fe

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Feb 17 2026CRYPTO

Russia's Crypto Boom: Big Money, Big Rules

Russia is seeing a lot of crypto action. People there are spending about 50 billion rubles ($648 million) on crypto every day. That's a huge amount! The government is taking notice. They want to make rules for this fast-growing market. The finance ministry and central bank are pushing for quick act

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Feb 17 2026CRYPTO

Nexo's Big Comeback: A New Play in the U. S. Crypto Game

Nexo is making a splashy return to the U. S. crypto scene, teaming up with Bakkt to launch a fresh lineup of digital asset services. This move comes after Nexo packed up and left the U. S. in late 2022, citing regulatory roadblocks that made it tough to keep running its Earn Interest Product. The co

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

Young Minds Get a Grip on Money Matters

In Blauvelt, young students are getting a crash course in managing money. This is not your typical class. It's a new program at South Orangetown Middle School. The class is called Finance and Careers. It's designed to teach seventh-graders the basics of handling money. The idea behind this class is

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Feb 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Joliet's Cultural Cash Conundrum: Can They Strike the Right Balance?

Joliet is stepping up its cultural game, but money matters are complicating things. The city is rolling out the red carpet for performers, musicians, and educators to enliven City Square and Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park. However, the big question is: how much can Joliet really afford to pay the

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