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Scientists May Have Found the Blueprint of the Human Body at the Bottom of the Ocean
Scientists discovered that the brainless sea anemone build their bodies with a technique common in bilaterians... which is what humans are.
Be Sure Your Small Business is Ready for Hurricane Season
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will release its annual Atlantic hurricane season outlook on Thursday, May 21. Hurricane season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30, but storms are most common from mid-August through mid-October. Don’t assume your business is safe just becaus
Common Cleaning Chemical Could Triple Your Risk of a Dangerous Liver Disease
Scientists are uncovering a possible connection between everyday chemical exposure and serious liver damage.
Gallery of Historic Entertainment Venues in Oxford, Valparaíso, and Osaka Reflect Growing Pressures on Cultural Infrastructure - 4
Image 4 of 6 from gallery of Historic Entertainment Venues in Oxford, Valparaíso, and Osaka Reflect Growing Pressures on Cultural Infrastructure. The Ultimate Picture Palace, Jeune Street, Oxford, England, 2020. Image © Motacilla via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Gallery of Historic Entertainment Venues in Oxford, Valparaíso, and Osaka Reflect Growing Pressures on Cultural Infrastructure - 1
Image 1 of 6 from gallery of Historic Entertainment Venues in Oxford, Valparaíso, and Osaka Reflect Growing Pressures on Cultural Infrastructure. Teatro Imperio, Valparaíso, 2023. Image © Carlos Figueroa Rojas via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Business Starts for May 18, 2026
In February, 993 new businesses filed incorporation paperwork with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, in order to do business in the state.
All sides find common ground opposing data centers in Knox County
Knox County commissioners are exploring options to limit data centers here before they're built.
My daughter says some of her best childhood memories came from bars
Spending time in bars taught my daughter how to have conversations with people she might not have much in common with. I'm grateful for that.
Derek Candelore Introduces The Service Blueprint Program to Support Home Service Business Growth
PITTSBURGH, PA / ACCESS Newswire / May 16, 2026 /Derek Candelore has announced the launch of The Service Blueprint, a structured business development program designed to address common operational and scaling challenges faced by home service companies. ...
Intercept Health Treatment Foster Care hold event to bring awareness to foster care in Roanoke
On Saturday, Intercept Health’s Treatment Foster Care Team came together in Roanoke to raise awareness of the need for more foster parents in the commonwealth - especially for teens.
Hundreds gather on Boston Common for mental health walk with NAMI Massachusetts
Feature: Moore ’26 Keeps Busy with Double Science Major and Music
Luke Moore ’26 came to Kansas Wesleyan on a music scholarship. He’s graduating this weekend (May 16) with a double major in Chemistry and Physics. He’s as active on the music side as he is with his science activities — he’s played the cello for 10 years, including four years at Kansas Wesleyan. It’s common, he said, for scientists and musicians to share those interests. “I’ve spoken to plenty of musicians who would have done science if they weren’t musicians, and I’ve talked to plenty of scientists who would have done music if they weren’t scientists,” Mooresaid. He played the cello in the string orchestra, which he’s done since his first year, and as a junior and senior, sang in the Philharmonic Choir as a bass. He hadn’t sung in a choir since middle schoolin Garden City, but he found he really enjoys that aspect of his college career. Also as a junior, Moore helped re-activate the STEM Club as vice president. For two years, he helped build the club’s battlebot. Last year the bot came home from battles in Kansas City in pieces, lots of pieces. This year it came home with the first-place trophy. He’s helped make frozen nitrogen ice cream at Homecoming and other events and helped organize the STEM Club’s first gingerbread house competition for the holidays. Willing to get his hands – and face – dirty for science, he encouraged fellow musicians and scientists to smash him in the face with whipped cream pies on Pi Day (March 14) as a fundraiser for the STEM Club. His capstone project involved developing a metallic organic framework (MOF) that takes a methylene blue dye out of water. “I’m proud that I was able to design this project, and I was proud that I did end up making the MOF,” Moore said. The professors and attitudes at KWU have made all this possible. “I don’t actually have time for everything,” Moore said. “I have to prioritize things. Things inevitably fall through the cracks, but it’s hard for me to choose one over the other, because I like a lot of things. And I don’t want to not do music, and I don’t want to not do science.” Moore said that Kansas Wesleyan, as a smaller university, gives students the opportunity to try things. “If I were to want to be in a music ensemble, it would probably be a bit harder in a larger school. One nice thing about this school is that everyone’s involved in something,” he said. “Professors know that you have other things going on, and they are flexible and understanding.” Moore has applied to grad schools, with an goal of earning his Ph.D. and landing at a university big enough to allow for a small research team that also gives him an opportunity to teach. He’s off to a good start. Moore is receiving the award for Outstanding Research in the Math, Physics and Computer Studies Department at Commencement this year. Story by Jean Kozubowski
LALIGA EA SPORTS Team of the Season (TOTS) - EA SPORTS FC™ Football Ultimate Team - EA SPORTS Official Site
Check out the LALIGA EA SPORTS Team of the Season (TOTS) squad and their ratings in EA SPORTS FC™ 26 Football Ultimate Team
Health Rounds: Common ADHD medicines help treat cancer-related fatigue
We also report on findings that help explain why the flu can be particularly dangerous for pregnant women and that open the door to potential future treatments.
A Mother and Daughter’s Shared Path to Public Health
Common professors, life lessons, and support shaped one family's experience at UNLV.
Mishicot High School celebrating sports, arts projects
Mishicot High School held a ribbon cutting for its newly completed baseball and softball concessions stand and broke ground on its upcoming PAC and commons.
PCOS, a condition impacting 1 in 10 women worldwide, gets a new name
Polycystic ovarian syndrome, PCOS, is a common condition impacting women’s health and fertility that often gets underserved. A new name — polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome — may help.
Humid Heat: A Growing Health Risk in a Warming Climate
The combination of extreme heat and humidity is dangerous and becoming more common in our warming climate.
Scientists seek to understand effects of rain falling on snow in the Arctic
When rain falls on snow in the Arctic, ice layers can form on top of and within the snowpack. This increasingly common dynamic can influence the ability of animals, including caribou and muskoxen, to forage and move across the landscape. That, in turn, affects the people who rely on wildlife for subsistence, culture, wellbeing and income. Given the widespread impacts of rain-on-snow events, Colorado State University researchers are studying and modeling their effects in Arctic systems. The work is especially important considering the rapid rate of climate change across the region
Opposition research: Trevor Story
The Phillies and Red Sox have a lot in common this season, including disappointing showings from their shortstops
U.S. Film Incentives Prove Opposite Attract
Political enemies from Donald Trump to Adam Schiff are looking for common ground to support the U.S. film industry,
Growing group of Sonoma County small businesses hit by website-based discrimination claims
One plaintiff is linked to hundreds of lawsuits against Bay Area companies claiming their websites discriminate against him as a visually impaired person. The cases filed on his behalf share in common a Southern California law firm behind…
It’s not where you think: men’s “G-spot” mystery finally solved - Futura-Sciences
Unraveling the Myths: Is the Glans Really the Most Sensitive Part? For years, researchers have maintained that the glans (head) of the penis is the most sensitive area when it comes to sexual sensation. This was considered common wisdom in the urological community. But a recent study published in the...
Scientists discover a weak spot shared by polio and common cold viruses
Scientists at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, have uncovered a crucial trick used by enteroviruses—the group behind diseases like polio, myocarditis, encephalitis, and even the common cold—to reproduce inside human cells. The team captured, in unprecedented detail, how viral RNA recruits both viral and human proteins to assemble the machinery needed for replication, acting almost like a molecular “on-off switch” that controls whether the virus copies itself or makes proteins.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says Democrats shouldn’t trust Marjorie Taylor Greene
The position puts her at odds with some on the left, such as Rep. Ro Khanna, another potential 2028 contender, who said he wants to find “common ground” with people like Greene.
Ketamine therapy could be future of mental health treatment
Ketamine, a common anesthetic, is being used in Maryland to help people with major depression.
LHU student revolutionizing stream restoration with rock-powered science
Natalie Brown kneels beside a humming wet lab setup at Commonwealth University-Lock Haven, calipers in hand, measuring the promise of Pennsylvania’s streams. The master’s candidate in biology regularly tests how everyday rocks could supercharge freshwater mussel recovery in the West Branch Susquehanna River, blending her geology roots with cutting-edge experiments. Her work is directly supporting […]
Pope Warns Main Threat Common to Religion and Science Is Denial of Objective Truth
Pope Leo XIV pointed out that both science and the Church clearly teach that caring for the planet is threatened by the irresponsible exploitation of both people and the natural world.
Pope warns main threat common to religion and science is denial of objective truth
Pope Leo XIV pointed out that both science and the Church clearly teach that caring for the planet is threatened by the irresponsible exploitation of both people and the natural world.
Health Experts say Hantavirus is Rare, No Cases Reported in Alabama
Health experts say hantavirus is a serious but uncommon virus, and local officials emphasize there are currently no reported cases in Alabama.“So I think the ri
Virginia recognizes School Nurse Appreciation Day at the State Capitol - Virginia Department of Health
Virginia officials, school nurses, and public health and education leaders gathered on the steps of the Virginia State Capitol on May 6 to recognize School Nurse Appreciation Day and honor the important role school nurses play in supporting student health and learning across the Commonwealth. Held during National Nurses Week, the proclamation ceremony included representatives […]
The sugar intake – oral diseases nexus: Leveraging food environments for better population nutrition and health
Across the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region, our diets are changing rapidly. Globalization has made processed foods, which often do not align with healthy diets, easier to find, more affordable, and more heavily marketed than ever before. Unfortunately, many of these products are often high in saturated fat, trans-fatty acids, salts and free sugars, contributing to the burden of all forms of malnutrition, including diet-related noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). The impact of these dietary changes is staggering. Sugars, in particular, are empty calories and are often hidden in processed foods and beverages. Over the last 20 years, the health burden linked to sugary drinks has nearly tripled, reaching 52.3 disability-adjusted life years per 100 000 in 2023. Excessive sugar is a leading cause of obesity, diabetes, and—most notably—oral diseases. Today, oral diseases affect over 960 million individuals in the Western Pacific Region. Tooth decay is the most common issue, especially for childre
Scientists say this common sweetener may be quietly rewiring your metabolism
Researchers say fructose is not just “empty calories” — it may actively push the body toward fat storage and metabolic disease. A new review found that fructose affects the body differently from glucose, disrupting normal energy regulation and promoting processes linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and cardiovascular problems.
Watch: 8 Health Insurance Terms You Should Know
Deductible. Copay. Out-of-pocket limit. What do these health insurance terms actually mean? We explain common phrases from insurance policies so navigating your plan is less of a headache.
‘It has to be bipartisan’: Governors find solutions on maternal health
Gov. Wes Moore (D-Md.), Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders (R-Ark.) and philanthropist Olivia Walton join Meet the Press for a Common Ground conversation around maternal health.
Dignity Health Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Achieves 6th Consecutive Hospital ‘A’ Safety Grade in Patient Safety
GRASS VALLEY, Calif. MAY 9, 2026 – Dignity Health Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital (SNMH), a member of CommonSpirit, earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for the sixth consecutive grading round by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. This recent award continues the Hospital’s “Straight A” designation, defined as hospitals […]
Lewiston mental health organization merges with Sweetser
A Lewiston-based mental health provider is merging with one of the states largest behavioral health organizations.
A common sports injury turned dangerous — how University of Missouri Health Care saved an athlete’s leg
A routine sports injury for a Missouri college athlete escalated into a medical crisis, leading to a complex, leg-saving effort at MU Health Care.
A common sports injury turned dangerous — how University of Missouri Health Care saved an athlete’s leg
A routine sports injury for a Missouri college athlete escalated into a medical crisis, leading to a complex, leg-saving effort at MU Health Care.
Seaport Entertainment Schedule 13G: 6.98% Holder
Thomas G. Kahn reports beneficial ownership of 893,227 shares of Seaport Entertainment Common Stock, representing 6.98% and sole voting/dispositive power as of 05/08/2026.
Samsung devices getting an uncommon Security Policy update
Users of Samsung phones and tablets are seeing a rare May 2026 Security Policy update in South Korea. It’s available across Galaxy S and Galaxy Tab lineup, but don’t expect a wider availability outside Samsung’s home ground. Unlike standard firmware updates that require a full OTA package, this update quietly refreshes Samsung’s security policy files […]
Virginian from hantavirus cruise ship is home, under public health monitoring
Passengers who were aboard the cruise ship at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak are now back in the U.S., and one passenger is in Virginia. For privacy reasons, the Virginia Department of Health is not releasing many details about the passenger who was on that ship, including what part of the commonwealth that person is from. That person is…
Mom's Health: Many women face a stressful surprise after starting a family
Doctors say a common source of anxiety can be addressed with a little planning.
‘Try to find that edge’: Nebraska college students are betting on sports
Go to WarHorse Casino on any night, and it’s not uncommon to find college students. In 2020, Nebraska voters legalized casino gambling at horse racing tracks, and WarHorse’s Lincoln operation was the first to open in 2022.
Hantavirus: the risks, the science and what you need to know
On May 2, the World Health Organization got an alarming report: People aboard a ship in the Atlantic Ocean were falling ill. The culprit is now confirmed as hantavirus, a pathogen that some rodents carry that can infect humans in rare, but often deadly, instances. Multiple passengers have died, and more people are showing symptoms. So, we’re talking to Emily Abdoler, an infectious disease doctor at the University of Michigan, about the news – how common is hantavirus in humans, what are the consequences of getting it, and how can at-risk people protect themselves from it? If you found this episode interesting, listen to our episode on Rocky Mountain spotted fever.Interested in more science in the news? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
OpenAI's Codex Now Works in Chrome With New Extension
OpenAI today launched Codex for Chrome, a Chrome extension that lets Codex work directly in the browser on Macs and PCs. With the extension, Codex can use the browser to test web apps, get context across multiple tabs, use web DevTools, and more without taking over the browser from the user. OpenAI says that after it launched Computer Use in the desktop Codex app, it saw that most common workflows happened in the browser.
Hospital and Healthcare Week: Celebrating Essentia's people and purpose
Regardless of role, there's a common thread that weaves together and unites healthcare workers — a desire to help others.
Moms, Coaches, Doctors, Entrepreneurs: Who Are America’s Health and Wellness Influencers?
Half of U.S. adults under 50 say they get health and wellness information from social media influencers or podcasts. About 4 in 10 of these influencers describe themselves as health care professionals; coaches and entrepreneurs are almost as common.
The merits and pitfalls of metaphor use in science communication
Effective science communication is a powerful but underrated tool. Metaphors, a common literary device, draw connections between unlike things and are often conceptually, innately understood. In science and science communication, these figures of speech act as a means of structuring concepts to provide the basis for further exploration. The use of metaphors in science can be a catalyst for change, invention, and, unfortunately, misunderstanding. Metaphors should be used responsibly when attempting to make complex scientific concepts easily understandable, and should weigh the accuracy and accessibility of information in a favorable balance.
From cricket’s capital to Olympic ambitions, India’s next play on the world sports stage
India is expanding its influence in international sports, with the 2030 Commonwealth Games set for Ahmedabad and a bid for the 2036 Olympics in the same city
Monesia ‘Mone’ Brown: This is our time to unite the United States
Finding common ground starts with everyday moments of connection.
Cameo, speeches, pushing gold bullion: how Farage has made millions since becoming an MP
After two years in parliament, Reform UK leader has brought in £1.8m on top of his Commons salary
FBI raids Sen. Louise Lucas’ Portsmouth office, cannabis business
Federal agents on Wednesday morning raided the Portsmouth office of state Sen. Louise Lucas, one of Virginia’s most powerful Democratic lawmakers, with multiple news outlets reporting an extensive law enforcement operation that included FBI agents, SWAT teams and court-authorized searches tied to several locations across the commonwealth.Fox News, who was first to report the news, said the FBI executed search warrants at several sites, including Lucas’ legislative office in Portsmouth. Staffers inside the building were ordered outside and were not allowed to re-enter as agents searched the premises. Witnesses saw federal agents carrying boxes out of the building.
Baltic health ministers convene in Vilnius for 20th Baltic Policy Dialogue
Milestone anniversary edition focuses on long-term care investment as ageing populations place growing pressure on health and social systems across the region Vilnius, 6 May 2026 — Health ministers from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are meeting in Vilnius today (5-6 May 2026) for the 20th edition of the Baltic Policy Dialogue (BPD), a milestone that marks two decades of structured, evidence-based health policy cooperation across the three Baltic States. Jointly organised by the governments of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies and the WHO Regional Office for Europe, the BPD has since 2004 served as a unique sub-regional platform where senior health decision-makers can candidly exchange experiences, examine comparative evidence, and explore policy options. Founded in the wake of the Baltic EU accession, the BPD series was born from a shared ambition: to open a wider window into health systems across Europe and to build lasting cooperation among countries with common aspirations and shared challenges.
Valve releases Steam Controller CAD files under Creative Commons license
Modders, start your engines.
Lucky Strike Entertainment Declares Common Stock Dividend
Lucky Strike Entertainment today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per common
A better path forward for cancer care - UT Health San Antonio
From the moment of diagnosis, UT Health San Antonio patients are connected to a system designed to expand their treatment possibilities and bring the full strength of medicine and research to their care. Specialized programs focus on common and rare cancers, which allows for more personalized treatment approaches. For those at increased risk, services such as cancer genetics counseling and risk-reduction clinics offer early insight and prevention strategies.
See inside one of the world's largest aircraft 'graveyards' in Arizona
Pinal Airpark is commonly known as the boneyard where aircraft go to die, but it's also a hub for maintenance and reconfiguration.
KC's health care gap, by the numbers
A new Commonwealth Fund report finds Kansas dead last and Missouri second to last out of 39 states in how their health systems serve Black residents, with Black babies in Missouri dying before their first birthday at more than twice the rate of white babies.
Cruise ship outbreaks hit 23 in 2025, with norovirus the most common virus
While taking a cruise is generally safe, having a high concentration of people in a semienclosed space makes it easy for viruses to spread among passengers.
[Form 4] Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. Insider Trading Activity
Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. Chief Executive Officer William O'Dowd IV purchased additional shares of the company’s Common Stock in the open market. He bought 3,400 shares on May 4, 2026 at a weighted average price of $1.46 per share, with individual trade prices ranging from $1.42 to $1.51.
UPMC to acquire Trinity Health System in Ohio Valley
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center plans to take ownership of Trinity Health System under a newly announced agreement with CommonSpirit Health. The deal, announced May…
Debates matter. Michigan can't let them go extinct
Debates have played a vital role in American politics, but they're becoming less common for candidates seeking office in Michigan.
Syracuse Common Council to discuss biometric identity technology restrictions
It comes days after Erie County passed a local law to prohibit biometric identification in commercial settings.
HEALTH Yeah! Episode 30: Protecting Your Skin: Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers Explained
The discussion covers common skin cancers, as well as one of the most dangerous types of skin cancer, melanoma.
Agricultural science ‘doesn’t know politics,’ says Israeli-American, whose nonprofit CultivAid wins Bronfman prize
“When we talk about irrigation or plants, we see that this common language can overcome many political difficulties,” Tomer Malchi told JNS.
Inszone Insurance acquires Mena agency - Talk Business & Politics
Inszone Insurance Services acquired Mena Insurance Agency, Inc., commonly known as Mena Insurance. This strategic acquisition further expands Inszone’s footprint in Arkansas. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded...
Inszone Insurance acquires Mena agency - Talk Business & Politics
Inszone Insurance Services acquired Mena Insurance Agency, Inc., commonly known as Mena Insurance. This strategic acquisition further expands Inszone’s footprint in Arkansas. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded...
Why Almost No One Needs An RFID Blocking Wallet Anymore
One of the more common wallet types you'll see are ones with RFID blocking technology, but it may not be as effective as deterring theft as you think.
All Life on Earth Comes From One Single Ancestor. And It's So Much Older Than We Thought.
All life on Earth can be traced back to a Last Universal Common Ancestor, or LUCA—and it likely lived on Earth only 400 million years after its formation.
Report raises alarm about widespread tanning myths ahead of summer
That “healthy-looking glow” might actually be skin damage. A new report highlights common misunderstandings about tanning and skin cancer.
Five burning questions to help you and your kid 'survive' youth sports
What are they getting out of it? How much should we push them? Why don't they want to be on a team? We find common ground on familiar issues.
Common-sense guardrails for new data center development benefit people, the planet
By Joe Antus Colorado’s business leaders are right about one thing: Colorado is at an inflection point. In a recent letter to Gov. Jared Polis, members of the technology and business community argued Colorado’s innovation economy must not only grow, but “serve the long-term prosperity and well-being of the people and communities of Colorado.” Signal […]
Millions allocated to support pregnant women in Pennsylvania for better health outcomes
Funds combined with work of various coalitions across the Commonwealth are expanding care and access to care.
Mississippi ranks last in U.S. on healthcare outcomes and disparities
The Commonwealth Fund, a private foundation focused on healthcare issues, released a report Wednesday that provided a nationwide look at how health outcomes, access to care, and quality of care differ based on racial and ethnic identity. The report shows that, compared to national rates, a higher number of Mississippians die from avoidable deaths, lack health insurance, and have less preventative care such as cancer screenings. These trends are heightened for Black Mississippians.
Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (MLCO) Releases Q1 2026 Earnings: EPS Up, Revenue and Gross Profit Down
Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (MLCO) reported Q1 2026 results with notable swings across revenue, profitability and cash flow.Total revenues: $1.4 billion (down 44.55% year-over-year).Gross profit: $513.2 million (down 84.15% year-over-year).Operating profit: $179.0 million (up 23.54% year-over-year).Net income attributable to common shareholders: $76.8 million (up 136.17% year-over-year).Diluted earnings per share: $0.20 (up 150.0% year-
Scientists Warn That This Common Pet Fish Can Wreck Entire Ecosystems
Goldfish may seem harmless—but under the right conditions, they can quietly transform entire ecosystems.
Report: Oklahoma health system performs poorly across all racial, ethnic groups
Health research and policy nonprofit the Commonwealth Fund warns that federal cuts and restrictions to Medicaid and the ACA Marketplace could worsen outcomes.
This spring event offers a sneak peek at yet-to-open Mashpee Farmers Market
Mashpee Commons will kick off National Small Business week with a spring celebration on May 2. These are some of the vendors.
Tulane students are betting big as sports wagering becomes campus norm
With one parlay bet, you can turn the $20 your mom gave you for food into $200. Enticing, right? This mindset is common on college campuses across the country. 67% of students living on campus participate in sports betting, and Tulane University is no exception. “There’s no barrier to entry for these gambling sites. It’s...
Sony clarifies recent PlayStation DRM update
PlayStation fans and gaming preservations have been alarmed since late last week that a new 30-day timer attached attached to newly-purchased digital games for PlayStation 4 and 5 might render those games unplayable if the system they’re on is offline for longer than a month. But a rep from Sony told Game File today that new system will require only a single online check before it functions as a perpetual license for the digitally purchased game. That is consistent with a newer theory that emerged by gamers testing the 30-day timer over the last two days. “Players can continue to access and play their purchased games as usual,” a rep for PlayStation told me over email. “A one-time online check is required after purchase to confirm the game’s license, after which no further check-ins are needed.” The rep’s explanation squares with the current understanding among players about what’s happening. A multi-day mystery A post last Friday by YouTuber Lance MacDonald spread awareness over the 30-day timer. Quickly, players began stress-testing the system, removing a battery within their PlayStations and checking what would happen if their systems were offline past the timer window. They noticed that setting a PS4 or PS5 to be the “primary” console—a common Sony-authorized method to retain rights to a digital game—wasn’t overriding the 30-day limit. On Tuesday came the breakthrough: A gamer called Andshrew on the Resetera forums posted the results of some tasting. They found that digital games purchased on PS4/PS5 after some time in mid-April would get a 30-day timer that could then be removed and replaced with a perpetual license that would allow the game to be played offline. The transition to the perpetual license occurred some number of days after the digital game was purchased and the system was connected to the internet. They believed that a PlayStation’s online check-in would trigger the license change no sooner than 15 days after the user had purchased the game. This synced with the theory that Sony’s new system is related to the 14-day window that PlayStation users have to request a refund for digitally purchased games. The new timer/check-in system could be a way to defeat some exploit in that refund system, some users theorized. Game File is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe In a follow-up, I asked the Sony rep if the 15-day timeline is accurate or if the perpetual license can be activated sooner after purchase. If they share more, I’ll update this post. Sony has not said why they’ve introduced the timer and whether it is designed to stop people from exploiting the refund system. But their explanation suggests that this new DRM method should not result in long-term loss of access to digitally purchased games, just because a PlayStation is offline for a month or Sony’s servers are down. Xbox flashback For many some gamers, the initial reporting of the 30-day timer conjured memories of Microsoft’s disastrous May 2013 announcement of the Xbox One, which was going to require an internet-connected check-in once a day, lest your games become unplayable.1 After widespread backlash, Microsoft abandoned that plan, ahead of the Xbox One’s launch. 1 Fun fact: That 24-hour check-in detail was my scoop from an interview I had that day with then-Xbox exec Phil Harrison. I was EiC of Kotaku at the time and rushing from one Xbox One preview appointment on Microsoft’s campus to another. I phoned the news in to reporter Jason Schreier, who wrote it up for the site.
Hispanic population experiences worst health care outcomes, access in Texas, report finds
A new report from the Commonwealth Fund found Texas has worse racial and ethnic health disparities than other states in the Southwest.
PRESS BOX: New WNBA bargaining agreement redefines women’s sports
The Women’s National Basketball Association and the Women’s National Basketball Player Association announced a new collective bargaining agreement in March.
Racial health gaps persist in Pa., N.J. and Del. as Medicaid cuts loom, report finds
The Commonwealth Fund’s 2026 State Health Disparities Report showed health care gaps were the greatest among Hispanic residents.
Paxton's frivolous lawsuits hurt Texas' business-friendly climate
Attorney General Ken Paxton's many lawsuits generate publicity but sometimes promote medical misinformation, harm businesses and defy common sense.
Vancouver celebrates Small Business Month in May -
On Monday, May 4, Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle will proclaim the month of May “Small Business Month” in Vancouver. The designation coincides with
Dementia risk rises with common food type millions eat every day, study suggests
A new study from Australia links ultraprocessed food consumption to lower attention scores and higher dementia risk, even among those who follow otherwise healthy diets.
Tick Season is Here!
Did you know that the Iowa tick season starts in April? Ticks are common throughout the summer and often become less of a problem after cooler weather arrives. Ticks come in a variety of colors, sizes, and shapes. Some carry illness and disease so it’s important to check pets and people for ticks after being outside.
Forget the caveman myth: Neanderthal brains challenge what we thought we knew
We appear to have more in common with our Neanderthal cousins than outward appearances would suggest. New research published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that ...
Mail-In test for colorectal cancer could help community health centers increase screening
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States and disproportionally impacts people who receive care in under-resourced settings. Fortunately, several effective screening tests are available to detect cancer early when it is most treatable. In partnership with community health centers (CHC), investigators from Mass General Brigham and UCLA Health mailed one of two stool-based screening tests to more than 5,000 participants from CHCs in Boston and Los Angeles. Researchers found that participants were more likely to complete screening if they received a newer stool-based screening test, but follow-up colonoscopy rates remained low for those with abnormal results. Findings are published in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Philly’s Liberty Museum shows what the World Cup and the First Amendment have in common
“In the Arena” demonstrates how sports exemplify the U.S. Constitution’s Freedom of Assembly.
City and EDIC caters to new business
LYNN — When Brita Potenza was looking for space to grow her catering and event-hosting business, she visited the Lydia Pinkham Building and toured the space formerly occupied by Uncommon Feasts. On the wall was a photo of a function that had been held there. She recognized someone. “I looked over on the wall, and […]
'More Destruction of Science': Trump Fires Every Member of US National Science Board
"This is the latest stupid move made by a president who continues to harm science and American innovation."
5 Ryobi Products That Fix Problems You Didn't Realize You Had
Discover five standout Ryobi tools, including a stowaway bench, scrubbers, a foam cutter, a pump, and a cutter, built to fix common frustrations.
Patients taking weight-loss drugs often make 5 critical mistakes, doctor warns
Experts say GLP-1 drugs offer benefits beyond weight loss, but common mistakes like skipped labs and poor nutrition can undermine results or cause harm.
Should Flutter’s Shift to U.S.-Style Governance and Blank-Check Preferred Shares Require Action From Flutter Entertainment (FLUT) Investors?
At its 2026 Annual General Meeting on May 29, held in the past relative to today, Flutter Entertainment plc approved amendments to its Memorandum and Articles of Association to align governance with common U.S. public company practices, including plurality voting in contested director elections, flexible board size, and the ability to issue blank-check preferred shares. An important implication is Flutter’s move to formalize its status as a U.S. domestic issuer under the Securities Exchange...
Harvard scientists link gut bacteria to depression through hidden inflammation trigger
A gut bacterium may be quietly fueling depression through an unexpected chemical twist. Researchers found that when Morganella morganii interacts with a common pollutant, it produces a molecule that triggers inflammation—something strongly linked to depression. This finding helps explain how gut microbes can influence brain health at a molecular level. It also raises the possibility of new treatments that target the immune system rather than just the brain.
This common habit could be quietly hurting men’s fertility, experts warn
Experts warn that cannabis use can negatively affect male fertility by lowering sperm count and quality, but the effects may be reversible over time.