The U.S. proposes a $2B annual plan to replace WHO disease monitoring post-withdrawal, facing criticism over effectiveness and cost.

Extra Space Storage beat earnings estimates, raised full-year guidance, and increased its dividend despite a high payout ratio.

Cristiano Ronaldo invests $7.5M for 10% in Herbalife’s AI wellness platform Pro2col.

U.S. jobless claims dropped to 206,000, but hiring remains weak amid economic uncertainty and AI fears.

Huntsville Hospital approves $14M medical center in Moulton to replace closed inpatient services and expand rural healthcare access.

Novo Nordisk stock dropped 1.6% on Feb. 19, 2026, despite strong earnings and a new oral diabetes drug, due to weak guidance and competition.

Costa Mesa joins San Francisco in regulating self-checkout lanes to protect jobs and ensure customer safety.

Texas sued Lola Olivia over selling binders to minors, calling it child abuse, despite FDA and expert views that they’re safe when fitted properly.

Fenerbahçe faces Nottingham Forest in a crucial Europa League play-off first leg, emphasizing adaptability and youth to overcome Forest’s physical style.

A travel influencer’s viral video of washing underwear in a hotel coffee maker sparked backlash over hygiene risks and poor sanitation practices.