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From dabblers to day traders, individual investors’ impact on Wall Street growsFeb 23, 2026 1:55 pm - For years, individual investors were dismissed by some on Wall Street as “dumb money.” That typically referred to those prone to trading on hype, or chasing trends rather than company or industry fundamentals, or responding late to big market moves. That's no longer the case. An analysis of where individual investors put their money last year shows they outperformed two of the most popular, professionally managed index funds, whose goal is to mirror the performance of the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100.
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Judge blocks release of special counsel Jack Smith’s report on Trump classified documents caseFeb 23, 2026 1:44 pm - A federal judge on Monday permanently barred the release of special counsel Jack Smith's investigation into President Donald Trump’s hoarding of classified documents that led to charges once seen as the most perilous of the four criminal cases the Republican faced.
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More than 70 dead in attempt to capture cartel leader killed in MexicoFeb 23, 2026 7:39 am - More than 70 people died in Mexico's attempt to capture the notorious leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and the violent aftermath of his death, authorities said Monday as much of the country feared another wave of violence.
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What to stream: Blackpink and Bruno, Paul McCartney doc, ‘Survivor’ at 50 and Resident Evil RequiemFeb 23, 2026 5:15 am - Both the K-pop girl group Blackpink and the funky pop star Bruno Mars returning with new music and a documentary about Paul McCartney after the Beatles are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
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Towns has 28 points and 11 rebounds, Knicks top Bulls 105-99Feb 22, 2026 9:57 pm - CHICAGO — Karl-Anthony Towns had 28 points and 11 rebounds for his NBA-leading 39th double-double and the New York Knicks outlasted the sliding Chicago Bulls 105-99 on Su...
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Duke makes its case as top seed by knocking off top-ranked Michigan in March Madness previewFeb 22, 2026 9:39 pm - WASHINGTON — Duke's 11th victory in program history over the No. 1 team in the AP Top 25 was already secure when Isaiah Evans elevated for a dunk at the buzzer and scream...
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There were cheers across the country, after US men win first Olympic hockey gold since 1980Feb 22, 2026 8:21 pm - CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Italy — They chanted “U-S-A! U-S-A!” and a few openly wept at Lake Placid's Olympic Center, the same building where the “Miracle on Ice” happened exact...
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Jacob Bridgeman holds on at Riviera for first PGA Tour titleFeb 22, 2026 8:15 pm - LOS ANGELES — Jacob Bridgeman allowed himself to imagine winning the Genesis Invitational, the massive crowd filling the amphitheater around the 18th green at Riviera, th...
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Tyler Reddick wins at Atlanta to give Michael Jordan second straight NASCAR Cup victoryFeb 22, 2026 8:11 pm - HAMPTON, Ga. — Whether on or off the racetrack, all Michael Jordan does is win in NASCAR. For the second consecutive Sunday to open the season, the basketball great and c...
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Twin Milan and Cortina Olympic caldrons are extinguished, signaling the end of Winter GamesFeb 22, 2026 5:47 pm - VERONA, Italy — The Milan Cortina Olympics ended Sunday as the twin flames in co-host cities Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo were extinguished during a closing ceremony insid...