February 18, 2026 ongoing Get alerts for axios.com

Summary: Axios launches "5 big things" news curation

Why It Matters: The platform is moving toward a more structured, numbered format for its top stories. This helps readers quickly identify the most important news of the day without scrolling through a long list.

What Changed:

  • Replaced the "Catch up quick" section with a new "5 big things" numbered list.
  • Removed the cookie preference and tracker management banner from the top of the homepage.
  • Updated the main news feed with new stories about a CBS/Colbert dispute, surveillance tech, and an interview with President Zelensky.
  • Added a "Scoop" regarding Palantir moving its headquarters to Miami in the latest news section.
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