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Feb 23 2026POLITICS

OhioHealth Faces Antitrust Lawsuit Over Insurance Dealings

A federal lawsuit has been filed against OhioHealth, a large hospital group in Columbus. The U. S. Justice Department and the state Attorney General claim that OhioHealth used its power to block cheaper health plans. They say the system forced insurers into contracts that keep prices high and limit

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Feb 23 2026FINANCE

Quantum Start‑Up’s Shares Slide After Public Launch

When Infleqtion Inc. went public last week, its stock climbed about 15% on the first day, a lively reaction from traders. However, Monday’s market action saw the shares tumble to a new 52‑week low. The company’s entry onto the NYSE happened through a merger with Churchill Capital Corp X, raising mo

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Feb 18 2026WEATHER

Snowy Surprise? NYC Might Get a Few Inches This Weekend

The weather in New York City is set to stay mild most of the week, but a winter storm could still deliver some plowable snow over the weekend. A senior meteorologist says that early rain will sneak in from Wednesday to Friday, mostly light drizzle. The real action starts late Sunday when a sys

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Feb 18 2026LIFESTYLE

A Quiet Life in Winchester: History, Apples, and Easy Living

Winchester is a small town in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley that offers a peaceful place for people who want to retire without the bustle of big cities. The community is famous for its apple orchards and its deep history that stretches back to the 1700s. It was named one of the best retirement

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Feb 18 2026FINANCE

Ghana Puts a Big Pay‑off into Its Debt Plan

The Ghanaian government just cleared 10 billion cedis, about $910 million, in interest payments under its Domestic Debt Exchange Programme. This marks the sixth time the country has made a coupon payment since it started restructuring its debts in 2022. The ministry said the move is meant to calm

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Feb 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Safeguarding Faces in the AI Age

The recent rise of a chatbot that could generate and share millions of sexualized images of real people sparked a debate about how to protect individuals from digital misuse. Congress already banned posting deep fakes that show people in intimate acts, but experts argue the law should also cover a

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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 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 2026ENVIRONMENT

Goats Take Over Fire Station for Green Cleanup

In a twist that might make you smile, a fire department in Missouri has swapped out loud machines for a herd of hungry goats to keep their land tidy. The West Metro Fire Protection District decided to try something different. They hired goats to clear out pesky weeds and overgrown plants around Stat

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Feb 17 2026SCIENCE

Keeping Bananas Fresh: A Cool Science Trick

Bananas are tricky. They ripen fast, and if they get too cold, they get damaged. But scientists found a way to keep them fresh longer. They used a mix of hot water and a special chemical called glycine betaine. This combo helps bananas handle the cold better. The scientists did a lot of tests. They

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