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Feb 15 2026CRYPTO

Coinbase Loses Big, Ethereum Eyes Quick Comeback

Coinbase slipped into a $667 million loss in its latest quarter, ending an eight‑quarter run of profits. The exchange earned 66 cents per share, falling short of analysts’ 92‑cent forecast by a full quarter. Revenue fell 21. 5 % to $1. 78 billion, missing the $1. 85 billion expected by experts

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Local Leaders Step Up When Federal Rules Backfire

The place where everyday life is shaped by policy is the local government. It decides if schools get enough money, if fire trucks can arrive fast, if homes stay affordable and if families feel safe in their own neighborhoods. Right now those decisions carry extra pressure. City and town leaders m

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Feb 15 2026BUSINESS

Oregon’s Small Businesses Face a New Bankruptcy Surge

The state has seen a sharp rise in company bankruptcies, climbing 25 % last year to the highest level since 2013. Nationwide, many people and firms are filing for bankruptcy, but Oregon’s rate is almost four times faster than the national average. High interest rates and inflation are squeezin

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Feb 15 2026FINANCE

Stocks that Let You Earn While Watching the Market Move

In today’s market, picking the right shares is more important than simply buying an index. Two companies stand out for investors who want to earn extra cash through options while keeping their risk in check. One of them is a cybersecurity firm that has bounced back from a long decline. After months

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Feb 15 2026WEATHER

Rain and Snow Coming to the Dry West

The western United States is about to get a lot of rain and some snow. A big change in the weather pattern has made this possible. Early Saturday, a storm will move across the Pacific Ocean and reach northern California and parts of Oregon. It will bring heavy rain to those areas. By Sun

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Feb 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Train Rollout Brings Fresh Comfort to Amtrak Routes

Amtrak is launching a fresh set of trains this summer that will replace many older cars, some of which have run for almost half a century. The new fleet, called Airo, comes from an $8 billion deal for 83 units built by Siemens in California. This marks the biggest replacement effort since Amtrak beg

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Feb 15 2026EDUCATION

Multimodal Learning Boosts Engagement and Communication for Neurodiverse Students

Students who think differently often find traditional classroom methods hard to follow. Using stories that mix pictures, sounds, and movement can change that picture. In a recent study, researchers tested how these mixed‑media tales affected kids with learning differences. They measured thr

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Feb 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Mystery, Justice and Noodles: A New Taiwanese Thriller

A fresh film is on the way from Taiwan’s rising director, who first wowed audiences with a boxing drama. The new project, still called “Ghostbusters Club” in early stages, promises a mix of folklore and police work that feels both familiar and daring. The story follows Shu‑Miao, a calm spirit who r

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Feb 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Cameras on the Streets: A New Look at Safety and Privacy in Lafayette

Recent weeks have seen black, solar‑powered cameras pop up along Lafayette’s roads. They are not part of the local police or sheriff’s office but belong to a private company called Flock Safety, based in Atlanta. The devices capture license plates automatically and help law‑enforcement locate suspec

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

The Horn of Africa Gets a New Rivalry

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are pushing their own agendas in the Horn of Africa, turning a regional summit into a stage for their competition. What started as a fight in Yemen has now spread across the Red Sea, touching places like Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia, Eritrea and Libya. The

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