Trump Said He’d End the War in Ukraine in a Day. It’s Harder Than He Thought.

Russian attacks and Ukrainian civilian deaths rose as President Trump’s peace talks dragged on during his first year back in the White House.
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"CoreWeave Inc. Hit by Securities Violation Class Action Lawsuit"

Tech giant CoreWeave faces a class action lawsuit for alleged misleading statements about its operation viability, overshadowing its business …

"Toast Inc. (TOST) Experiences Price Boost Amid Rising Institutional Attention"

An emerging powerhouse in restaurant technology, Toast, Inc. is gaining traction among prominent investors, with a bullish price target from a …

"UBS Elevates Price Target for Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES) - Remains Neutral"

UBS keeps a Neutral stance on Eversource Energy, signaling investors to retain their current shares. With an increased price target from $75 to $80, …

Trump Said He’d End the War in Ukraine in a Day. It’s Harder Than He Thought.

Published on: February 17, 2026, 5:49 pm

Russian attacks and Ukrainian civilian deaths rose as President Trump’s peace talks dragged on during his first year back in the White House.

Iranians Mourn Slain Protesters With ‘Revolutionary Rage’

Published on: February 17, 2026, 6:57 pm

The authorities moved to suppress shows of defiance at ceremonies commemorating 40 days since the death of protesters.

Spain to Investigate Social Media Giants, Escalating Trans-Atlantic Tech Dispute

Published on: February 17, 2026, 6:20 pm

The government wants prosecutors to investigate X, Meta and TikTok, adding to a growing clash between the U.S. and Europe over regulating social media.

A Rio Carnival Party That Goes On and On

Published on: February 17, 2026, 5:01 am

The Boi Tolo, one of the city’s most iconic street parties, has come to represent the glittery, gritty grass-roots celebration far from the glamour of the official parades.

The Drone Games: Flying Cameras Are Everywhere at the Winter Olympics

Published on: February 17, 2026, 10:03 am

The robotic cameras chase behind lugers, skiers and speedskaters across the venues in Northern Italy. Some spectators find they’re as much fun to watch as the athletes.

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Ray Dalio’s Rules for Managing Market Stress
Keeping your emotions out of your investing is key.
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Most Taxpayers Qualify for IRS Free File. Here’s How to Use It
The new income limit for IRS Free File is $5,000 higher than last year, marking one of the largest annual increases in the program’s history.
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Gold Prices Today: February 17, 2026
Today’s gold prices see the precious metal move down from yesterday. Here are today’s gold futures prices and a quick snapshot of where gold was …
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6 Ways to Boost Your Social Security Before You Claim
Tap your retirement savings, plan strategically with your spouse and more.
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5 Little-Known Rules That Can Increase Your Social Security Payments
It's important to understand how Social Security works before you claim your benefits.
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