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Yahoo BusinessFeb 19, 2026
Where's my tax refund? When to expect your refund from the IRS.


Yahoo BusinessFeb 19, 2026
IRS eliminates Direct File. How can I file my taxes for free now?


Google Business NewsFeb 19, 2026
Trump's rationale is still opaque as he slides closer to war with Iran - CNN
Trump's rationale is still opaque as he slides closer to war with Iran  CNNUS warns Iran to make a deal as it steps up military deployments  Financial TimesTrump has discussed timeline for Iran strikes — including as soon as this weekend — but no decision yet  CBS NewsU.S. says Tehran would be ‘very wise' to make a deal as Russia, Iran hold naval drills  CNBC

Google Business NewsFeb 19, 2026
Bowser declares Potomac sewage spill an emergency, seeks federal aid for cleanup - The Washington Post
Bowser declares Potomac sewage spill an emergency, seeks federal aid for cleanup  The Washington PostWe visited the 'Pooptomac' sewer spill. Here's what we found.  USA TodayTrump and Maryland governor feud over Potomac River sewage spill disaster  The GuardianDC Water looks toward long-term cleanup of C&O Canal, Potomac River  WTOPPotomac River E-coli levels skyrocket after 240 mil

Yahoo BusinessFeb 19, 2026
Down 17% YTD, Should You Buy the Dip in ROKU Stock?


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As Infosys Links Up With Anthropic, Should You Buy INFY Stock? (Yahoo Business)

Yahoo BusinessFeb 19, 2026
1 AI Stock That Could Turn $100 Per Month Into $27,675


Google Business NewsFeb 19, 2026
JPMorgan in talks to be banker for Trump's Board of Peace - Financial Times
JPMorgan in talks to be banker for Trump's Board of Peace  Financial TimesJPMorgan in talks to bank for Trump's Board of Peace, FT says  Yahoo FinanceJPMorgan in talks to bank for Trump's Board of Peace - FT  marketscreener.comJPMorgan reportedly in talks to handle banking for Gaza Board of Peace  Türkiye TodayJPMorgan in talks to bank Trump's Board of Peace  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Yahoo BusinessFeb 19, 2026
Best high-yield savings interest rates today, February 18, 2026 (Earn up to 4% APY)


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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, February 18, 2026: Lowest in years, and well below 6% (Yahoo Business)

Yahoo BusinessFeb 19, 2026
Cogent Biosciences Stock Up 346% as Fund Builds $29 Million Stake After November Phase 3 Breakthrough


Google Market NewsFeb 19, 2026
Quick hits: No. 8 Illini put on a show in 101-65 laugher over USC - 247Sports
Quick hits: No. 8 Illini put on a show in 101-65 laugher over USC  247Sports#10 Illini Open LA Swing Wednesday at USC - University of Illinois Athletics  University of Illinois AthleticsAndrej Stojakovic finishes in transition with a fast break SLAM, extending the Illinois lead over USC  YahooUSC men come unraveled in blowout loss to Illinois  Los Angeles TimesNo. 10 Illinois overwhelms USC by 36

Yahoo BusinessFeb 19, 2026
Best CD rates today, February 18, 2026 (Earn up to 4% APY)


Yahoo BusinessFeb 19, 2026
Best money market account rates today, February 18, 2026 (secure up to 4.01% APY)


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Robinhood Says Its Private-Markets Fund Will Go Public in Coming Weeks (Yahoo Business)

Google Market NewsFeb 19, 2026
José María Balcázar becomes Peru's eighth president in a decade - Associated Press News
José María Balcázar becomes Peru's eighth president in a decade  Associated Press NewsPeru installs Jose Balcazar as interim president after Jeri ousted in political upheaval  ReutersPeru's leader José Jerí ousted over ‘Chifa-gate' scandal, as presidential ‘curse' strikes again  CNNPeru appoints Jose Maria Balcazar as president after Jose Jeri's removal  Al Jazeera

Google Market NewsFeb 19, 2026
US agency FCC requests transcripts of Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance - The Independent
US agency FCC requests transcripts of Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance  The IndependentSurvey: 'Who better represents America?' - Bad Bunny or Donald Trump?  Euronews.comFCC finds no violations in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show at Levi's Stadium  San Francisco Chronicle

Private Equity Breaking NewsFeb 18, 2026
HarbourVest seals $1.1bn for debut fund targeting single asset continuation deals
Global investment major HarbourVest Partners has raised more than $1.1bn at the final close for its inaugural Private Equity Continuation Solutions Fund, an investment vehicle focused on single asset continuation transactions.

The post HarbourVest seals $1.1bn for debut fund targeting single asset continuation deals appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.



Google Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
Trump meets with top Iran advisers as war threat grows - Axios
Trump meets with top Iran advisers as war threat grows  AxiosTrump has discussed timeline for Iran strikes — including as soon as this weekend — but no decision yet  CBS NewsTrump's rationale is still opaque as he slides closer to war with Iran  CNNTrump struggles to explain the point of his team's nuclear talks with Iran  MS NOWWhite House says Iran would be 'wise' to make deal, as US ramps up military presence  BBC

Google Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
White House economic adviser says Fed researchers should be punished - The Washington Post
White House economic adviser says Fed researchers should be punished  The Washington PostHassett says authors of New York Fed tariff study should be disciplined: 'Worst paper I've ever seen'  CNBCTrump adviser calls for Fed economists to be 'disciplined'  BBCTrump's economic adviser says authors of tariff study should be "disciplined"  Axios

Google Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
Asia shares buoyed by tech as Iran, rate uncertainty loom over markets - Reuters
Asia shares buoyed by tech as Iran, rate uncertainty loom over markets  ReutersView Full Coverage on Google News

MarketWatch Breaking NewsFeb 18, 2026
U.S. stocks are trailing the world. It could be the beginning of an epic shift.


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U.S. stocks are falling behind. It could be the beginning of an epic shift toward global markets. (MarketWatch)

NYTimes BusinessFeb 18, 2026
Fed Minutes Show No Rush to Restart Rate Cuts
Barring a rapid deterioration in the labor market or a significant cooling of inflation, the Federal Reserve appears poised for an extended hold.

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Fed officials split on where interest rates should go, minutes say (CNBC Finance)
Stocks gain as Nvidia leads tech shares higher, traders assess Fed meeting minutes: Live updates - CNBC (Google Business News)

Google Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
FCC chair Brendan Carr says media were ‘lied to' over Stephen Colbert controversy - The Guardian
FCC chair Brendan Carr says media were ‘lied to' over Stephen Colbert controversy  The GuardianColbert interview exposes flaw in Trump's TV rules  AxiosSenate candidate James Talarico raises $2.5 million after Stephen Colbert interview controversy, campaign says  Houston Public MediaOpinion | The Colbert-CBS spat is about overregulation  

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Brendan Carr defends FCC role in dropped Colbert interview: ‘No censorship' - The Washington Post (Google Business News)

Google Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
Zuckerberg grilled in landmark social media trial over teen mental health - The Guardian
Zuckerberg grilled in landmark social media trial over teen mental health  The GuardianMark Zuckerberg said he reached out to Apple CEO Tim Cook to discuss 'wellbeing of teens and kids'  CNBCParents showed up to face Mark Zuckerberg as he took the stand in a social media addiction trial  Business InsiderMark Zuckerberg Takes the Stand in Social Media Addiction Trial - The New York Times  The New York Times

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Mark Zuckerberg testifies at trial accusing social media firms of addicting kids to their platforms (Chicago Tribune Business News)

Google Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
Trump administration gives ICE broader powers to detain legal refugees, citing security concerns - CBS News
Trump administration gives ICE broader powers to detain legal refugees, citing security concerns  CBS NewsNew DHS memo outlines plan to detain refugees for further vetting  The Washington PostRefugees Disappeared. Churches Prayed and Lawyered Up.  Christianity TodayTrump administration expands ICE authority to detain refugees  Reuters

Google Market NewsFeb 18, 2026
Trump says UK's Starmer making ‘a big mistake' with Chagos Islands deal - Al Jazeera
Trump says UK's Starmer making ‘a big mistake' with Chagos Islands deal  Al JazeeraDo not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK in fresh attack on Chagos deal  BBCTrump's U-turn on Chagos deal sparks fears of war with Iran  The TelegraphUnited States and Mauritius to Hold Bilateral Security Discussions  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

MarketWatchFeb 18, 2026
Etsy is selling Depop to eBay at a markdown, in latest move to focus on basics. Both stocks are rallying.
Etsy on Wednesday said it was selling the online secondhand-clothing site Depop to eBay for around $1.2 billion, in an effort to focus more deeply on its main marketplace business.

Google Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
Trump has discussed timeline for Iran strikes — including as soon as this weekend — but no decision yet - CBS News
Trump has discussed timeline for Iran strikes — including as soon as this weekend — but no decision yet  CBS NewsLatest Trump news: Iran talks face uncertainty, DHS funding remains at impasse  CNNWhite House says Iran would be ‘wise' to take deal amid military buildup  Al JazeeraWhite House says diplomacy is ‘always' Trump's top option for Iran - US politics live  The Guardian

CNBC BusinessFeb 18, 2026
FDA chief warns U.S. is losing ground to China in early drug development, calls for faster trial approvals
Makary pointed to three bottlenecks: hospital contracting, ethical reviews and approvals and the Investigational New Drug applications process

Inc.comFeb 18, 2026
OpenAI's Latest Moves Speak Volumes About the Future of AI Agents
OpenAI recently made a key hire—and is bringing a startup called Nerve on board, too. Here's why.



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This State Is Becoming the New Silicon Valley—and Palantir Just Became the Latest to Move There (Entrepreneur.com)

CNBC BusinessFeb 18, 2026
FDA chief Marty Makary says 'everything should be over the counter' unless drug is unsafe or addictive
Makary said the FDA is looking at prescription drugs like nausea medications and vaginal estrogen, and hopes to make changes this year.

MarketWatchFeb 18, 2026
What oil hitting $70 a barrel would signal about rising U.S.-Iran tensions
It looks unlikely that the U.S. would try destroying Iranian oil infrastructure because the Trump administration has talked about bringing energy prices down, says strategist

MarketWatchFeb 18, 2026
‘This is stressful': My siblings are financial horrors. Should my parents cut them out of their will?
"My parents have asked me to help them secure their assets when they pass on."

Entrepreneur.comFeb 18, 2026
Clicks Don't Matter Anymore — Here's How to Manipulate AI to Work for Your Business
As AI-driven search cuts through the noise and answers basic questions, the companies that succeed will be the ones that build trust through clear, concrete evidence.

Google Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
Bill Gates pulls out of India AI summit; anger mounts over organisational lapses - Reuters
Bill Gates pulls out of India AI summit; anger mounts over organisational lapses  ReutersBill Gates cancels flagship AI speech after backlash over Epstein ties  The TelegraphBill Gates cancels keynote speech in India amid questions over Epstein ties  The GuardianBill Gates pulls out of India's AI summit amid Epstein files controversy  BBCBill Gates Pulls Out Of Mega India AI Summit Amid Epstein Files Row  

MarketWatch Breaking NewsFeb 18, 2026
8 ways you may be squandering money in retirement


Google Market NewsFeb 18, 2026
U.S. Military Moves Into Place for Possible Strikes in Iran - The New York Times
U.S. Military Moves Into Place for Possible Strikes in Iran  The New York TimesCarrier USS Gerald R. Ford Sailing in the Atlantic, Headed for Strait of Gibraltar  USNI NewsTrump moves closer to a major war with Iran  AxiosU.S. Gathers the Most Air Power in the Mideast Since the 2003 Iraq Invasion  The Wall Street JournalTrump faces a major Iran decision: From the Politics Desk  

Google Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
Texas Congressman's Aide Told Co-Worker of Affair Before Killing Herself - The New York Times
Texas Congressman's Aide Told Co-Worker of Affair Before Killing Herself  The New York TimesGonzales should have been honest with public. No recommendation in GOP primary.  San Antonio Express-NewsMonths before death by suicide, aide texted colleague she had an affair with her boss, Rep. Tony Gonzales  CBS NewsAttorney: US Rep. Tony Gonzales had affair with aide who died by suicide  KSAT

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Lake Tahoe Avalanche Live Updates: 8 Skiers Found Dead, Authorities Say - The New York Times - The New York Times (Google Business News)

Google Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
Justice Department Probes Warner Sale's Impact on Theaters - Bloomberg.com
Justice Department Probes Warner Sale's Impact on Theaters  Bloomberg.comIn Warner Merger Battle, Netflix Needs To Take "More Action" To Prove It Loves Movie Theaters, Cinemark CEO Says  DeadlineCinemark CEO Is "a Bit Apprehensive" to Buy Into Netflix's 45-Day Theatrical Window Commitment  The Hollywood ReporterAs the Warner Bros. Sale Heats Up, Movie Theaters Still Don't Trust Netflix's Promises  Gizmodo

NPR Topics: BusinessFeb 18, 2026
Zuckerberg grilled about Meta's strategy to target 'teens' and 'tweens'
The billionaire tech mogul's testimony was part of a landmark social media addiction trial in Los Angeles. The jury's verdict in the case could shape how some 1,600 other pending cases from families and school districts are resolved.

Google Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
FDA will drop two-study requirement for new drug approvals, aiming to speed access - Associated Press News
FDA will drop two-study requirement for new drug approvals, aiming to speed access  Associated Press News‘Just Agree to It:' Pazdur Said He Was Told To Cosign FDA's Reduced Trial Requirements  BioSpaceExperts react to FDA's shift to single pivotal trials for most drugs  Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society | RAPSFDA Policy Shift: Impact on AstraZeneca (AZN) and Pharmaceuticals  GuruFocus

MarketWatchFeb 18, 2026
Fed minutes reveal discussion of a possible rate hike if inflation doesn't cool
Several officials would have supported a statement by the Fed indicating that interest rates could rise if inflation remained high.

Chicago Tribune Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
Bill targeting degree cuts, social media passes Indiana House
A bill that includes two dissimilar issues — college degree elimination and social media restrictions on children — passed the House Tuesday but faces an uncertain future.

Chicago Tribune Business NewsFeb 18, 2026
Illinois judge rules boneless wings are still wings after Chicago man files lawsuit
In an opinion heavy on chicken puns, a district court judge ruled that the boneless wings at Buffalo Wild Wings could indeed be called wings.

Entrepreneur.comFeb 18, 2026
The Biggest Mistake Franchises Make With Their SEO Strategy — and How to Get Real Results in 2026
I've scaled SEO across dozens of locations. Here are the systems that franchise brands need to win in 2026.

MarketWatchFeb 18, 2026
My small church wants to sell some property, but the trustees can't agree on what to do with the money
Investing for an entity other than yourself can be tricky, especially if you're doing it as a group.

Washington Post BusinessFeb 18, 2026
Stephen Colbert uses his show to roast CBS in feud over FCC rules
Colbert rebuked executives for their efforts to apply the FCC's equal time rule on his late-night show. He was already due to leave the air in May.

MarketWatch Breaking NewsFeb 18, 2026
Stanley Druckenmiller's big bet in the fourth quarter already is paying off


McKinsey QuarterlyFeb 18, 2026
Strategy's biggest blind spot: Erosion of competitive advantage
Misperceptions about the reach and durability of competitive advantage are hurting many companies' profits. Five rules can help organizations maximize their edge over peers.

Entrepreneur.comFeb 17, 2026
AI Without Data Is Like a Sailboat Without Wind — Take These 3 Steps to Keep Your Business From Drifting
Data strategy is what determines AI readiness and outcomes. Here's how to build the foundation that makes AI actually work in your business.

NYTimes BusinessFeb 17, 2026
Boneless Wings Are Still Wings, Judge Rules
A Chicago man filed a lawsuit in 2023 against Buffalo Wild Wings, arguing that it had engaged in false advertising of its boneless wings. A judge said the claim "has no meat on its bones."

Washington Post BusinessJan 26, 2026
How to file your taxes for free in 2026
Despite the demise of Direct File, taxpayers still have plenty of no-cost options for filing their returns this tax season.

HBS Working KnowledgeAug 15, 2024
Election 2024: What's at Stake for Business and the Workplace?
Immigration, climate change, health care, and personal freedoms are just a few of the issues that US presidential candidates—and voters—will spar over. Harvard Business School faculty members discuss the potential implications of these issues on businesses, and provide advice for maintaining civility at work.

KiplingerSep 16, 2022
Young Professionals Could Avoid Six Figures in Lifetime Taxes With an HSA
Too many young professionals are leaving Uncle Sam an enormous tax gratuity. How are they doing this? By not taking full advantage of the triple tax benefits of a health savings account. I've yet to meet anyone who wants to pay more taxes. Many do not mind paying their fair share, but they do not want to leave a tip.

SEE MORE ‘I Can't Retire - I Need Health Insurance' An early to mid-career professional with a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) could be missing out on six figures of lifetime tax savings. With open enrollment for health insurance around the corner, it's time to understand and utilize the benefits of your HSA.

What Qualifies as a High-Deductible Plan? For 2023 a high-deductible health plan is defined by the IRS as one with a deductible not less than $1,500 for self-only coverage or $3,000 for family coverage, and for which the annual out-of-pocket expenses do not exceed $7,500 for self-only coverage or $15,000 for family coverage. Healthy young professionals are prime candidates for an HDHP. That is because many of them need minimal medical care; they visit the doctor annually and have no or few drug prescriptions.

Because their medical expenses are low, money contributed to a health savings account can be used to generate significant tax savings while also building a large health care nest egg.

What Are the Triple Tax Benefits of HSAs? Contributing to a health savings account provides a triple tax benefit:

First, anyone who


KiplingerSep 02, 2022
Is the Stock Market Closed on Labor Day 2022?
While the fall equinox is still a few weeks away, the unofficial end of summer - also known as Labor Day - is upon us. That means a three-day weekend for investors and traders. The stock market is closed for 2022's Labor Day, which falls on Monday, Sept. 5, this year.

For those that may be interested, the bond market is closed for the holiday, too.

Unlike some market holidays, however, there are no early hours ahead of Labor Day. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), Nasdaq Stock Market and bond market all have regular trading hours on Friday, Sept. 2.

SEE MORE Hedge Funds' 21 Top Blue-Chip Stocks to Buy Now Also note that a thin earnings calendar typically accompanies the Labor Day holiday.

As a reminder: Labor Day is a longstanding holiday in the U.S. that celebrates the American worker. The holiday was first adopted by Oregon in 1887, and seven years later, was made a national holiday across the U.S. 

Dozens of other countries have a similar celebration called International Workers' Day that falls on the first day in May.

The following is a schedule of all stock market and bond market holidays for 2022. Note that regular trading hours for the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq Stock Market are 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern on weekdays. The stock markets close at 1 p.m. on early closure days; bond markets close early at 2 p.m.

2022 Market Holidays DateHoliday NYSE Nasdaq Bond Markets* Monday, Jan. 17 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Closed Closed Closed Monday, Feb. 21 P


WSJ US NewsMar 02, 2019
Even Before Trump and Kim Met, Nuclear Talks Had Run Aground
A U.S. team working ahead of the nuclear talks in Hanoi found North Korea wasn't willing to budge, expecting far more than they were prepared to give.
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