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Navient's Long-Awaited Compensation: A Closer Look

February 18, 2026

Navient, a major player in the student loan industry, has finally started sending out payments to borrowers who were allegedly wronged. This comes after a $100 million fund was set up by the U. S. consumer financial watchdog. The payments began rolling out in February, over a year after the Trump ad

business

Navient's Long-Awaited Reparations Begin

February 18, 2026

Money is finally moving to those wronged by Navient, but not without a long delay. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has started sending out payments to borrowers after a deal was struck in 2024. Navient, a major student loan servicer, agreed to pay $120 million, with $100 million goin

entertainment

MobLand Season 2: Bigger, Bolder, and Better?

February 17, 2026

The second season of MobLand is shaping up to be a wild ride. Fans of the crime drama can expect a significant upgrade from the first season. Emmett J. Scanlan, who plays Paul O'Donnell, gave a sneak peek into what's in store. He described the upcoming episodes as "insane" and "bananas, " hinting at

celebrities

Celebrity Crimes: When Fame and Misconduct Collide

February 17, 2026

Celebrities often capture our attention with their talent and charm, but behind the glitz and glamour, some have faced serious allegations of misconduct. Take Mark Wahlberg, for instance. As a teenager, he was involved in racist attacks, including throwing rocks at Black children and assaulting Viet

entertainment

The Return of Mystery Science Theater 3000: A Nostalgic Comeback

February 16, 2026

Mystery Science Theater 3000 is back, and fans are buzzing with excitement. This isn't the first time the show has been revived, but this comeback feels different. The show started small in 1988 on a local Minneapolis station. It quickly gained a following and moved to Comedy Central. The concept is

sports

Jurickson Profar's Journey: From Injury to a New Role

February 16, 2026

Jurickson Profar, a player for the Atlanta Braves, had a rough start to his career with the team. He missed most of the first half of the season due to a suspension. Instead of taking time off to recover from an injury, he pushed through the pain during the second half of the season. It wasn't until

business

Casey Wasserman’s Agency Faces Sale After Controversial Emails Surface

February 15, 2026

The sports and entertainment world is in shock after emails from 2003 revealed a flirtatious back‑and‑forth between Casey Wasserman and Ghislaine Maxwell, an associate of the late Jeffrey Epstein. The messages were full of sexual innuendo and suggest a personal relationship that could not stay hidd

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A Close Shave and a Senior Send-Off: Staten Island's Hoops Highlights

February 15, 2026

Staten Island Academy's boys' basketball team faced a tough loss in the ACIS Championship, falling to Dwight School by just three points. The Tigers, who entered the tournament as the second seed, put up a good fight, especially after being down by 14 points in the second half. They managed to take

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Arsenal's Shot at Glory: Why the Carabao Cup Final Matters

February 15, 2026

Arsenal is back in a domestic final after a long wait. Their last big win was the FA Cup in the 2019-2020 season. Now, they have a chance to prove themselves against Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final. This is a big deal for the team and their manager, Mikel Arteta. Manchester City is no easy

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FBI's New Spinoff: A Different Kind of Thrill

February 14, 2026

The upcoming spinoff from the FBI franchise is set to bring something fresh to the table. This new series, CIA, is not just another crime show. It's a departure from the usual FBI cases we're used to. Here's why. First off, CIA is all about secrecy. Unlike the FBI, where cases are out in the open,