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LIFESTYLE

12 Black History Month Recs

I sometimes worry that Black History Month is counter-productive. Yes, it’s nice to have a platform to celebrate the culture and shine a light on

SCIENCE

Scientists uncover oxygen-loving ancestor of all complex life

Scientists widely agree that complex life emerged after two very different microbes formed a close partnership. That merger eventually gave rise to plants, animals, and

MOBILE

Poco X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max designs revealed in new leaked renders

Poco is expected to launch the X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max in global markets soon. While the company has yet to officially confirm the

GADGET

The best cheap Android phones to buy in 2026

Getting a solid Android phone doesn’t necessitate spending a small fortune. The best budget models strike a great balance between price and performance, giving you

MONEY

How to Qualify for the New $25,000 Tip Deduction on 2025 Taxes

Roughly 6 million people reported income from tips on federal income tax returns in the past — and you can bet they’ll jump at the

MARKET

United Airlines’ best loyalty perks will soon be reserved for its cardholders. Is the card worth it?

Frequent flyers who hold a United Airlines co-branded credit or debit card can soon earn up to twice as many miles as noncardholders, effectively rewarding

GAMING

Every Game Studio Sony Has Bought Since 2019 And What Happened Next

Since 2019, Sony Interactive has purchased 11 studios to bolster its lineup of first-party PlayStation titles. However, Sony’s track record with these purchases is spotty

GAMBLING

TV Producer’s $13 MGM Grand Candy Bar Video Becomes His Biggest Hit Yet

Posted on: February 19, 2026, 09:55h.  Last updated on: February 19, 2026, 10:10h. TV producer Michael Levitt’s TikTok video of an overpriced Snickers bar at

SPORTS

No. 17 St. John’s continues winning ways versus Marquette

Feb 18, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Marquette Golden Eagles guard Adrien Stevens (10) and St. John’s Red Storm forward Zuby Ejiofor (24) reach for the

EDUCATION SPOTLIGHT

The Rise and Fall of Bay Area Streetcar Transit System

Episode Transcript Olivia Allen-Price: At the turn of the 20th century, street cars crisscrossed the Bay Area. Nowadays though, you rarely see them. So you