SCROLL NEWS / DISCOVERY
Search headlines
Find the stories shaping the conversation.
Results for " reading " 1,033 found 🔀 AI-powered Shuffle
Oklahoma Sen. Kristen Thompson targets health, literacy and workforce reform
The Edmond Republican says improving health outcomes, reading levels and child care access is key to strengthening Oklahoma’s economy.
Legislators move to ban AI in political ads, deceptive ads in MA
The bill requires that any audio or video political ad that uses “synthetic media” must contain a message reading “contains content generated by AI.”
Sarah Ferguson's massive salary for Epstein-backed business revealed
_New details reveal additional links betweenSarah Ferguson and Jeffrey Epstein. Keep reading to find out the details.
Sexually transmitted ringworm is spreading in this state, officials warn
Sexually transmitted ringworm, known as trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VII, or TMVII, is a fungus that infects the skin.
Business Lookahead: Giddy Up
STORY: From bellwether Walmart reporting earnings... to new economic data out of the UK... these are the stories to watch in business and finance in the coming week.:: The trillion dollar clubFresh off hitting $1 trillion in market value, Walmart posts quarterly results on Thursday.Walmart's report offers a glimpse into consumer spending after recent data showed December U.S. retail sales were unexpectedly flat.A surprisingly strong employment report for January eased some concerns about economic weakening.Economic reports in the coming week include the advance reading of fourth-quarter GDP, a monthly consumer sentiment survey, and the personal consumption expenditures price index, a key inflation measure.:: Heavy metalsEurope's four largest mining companies report earnings in the coming week.Copper, gold, silver and other precious metals all recently hit records - but the January rally has given way to a sharp February sell-off.Last month's rally boosted the market values of Rio Tinto, Glencore, Anglo American and Antofagasta.Their earnings will test whether the momentum can be sustained.:: UK economic data UK labor market data and inflation readings will provide fresh fodder for markets, even though investors are still digesting the fallout from the recent government instability.Labor market numbers due on Tuesday will show if a gradual cooling of wage growth has continued.Then, January inflation data comes Wednesday.The political turmoil has set a tense backdrop, leaving markets highly sensitive to data swings. Fitch is also due to review its UK rating on Friday.
Letter: Inappropriate entertainment ruining Super Bowl halftime
Leave the questionable dancing to the players when they celebrate.
Alliance Entertainment Ups Quarterly Profit to $9.4 Million, Physical Movie Revenue Up 33%
Alliance Entertainment Feb. 12 reported a 33% increase in physical movie sales for the second quarter ended Dec. 31, 2025, to $114 million from $85.7 million in the previous-year period. The disc revenue increase was driven by a 4% increase in average selling price, together with higher unit shipments. Performance during the current quarter benefited … Continue reading "Alliance Entertainment Ups Quarterly Profit to $9.4 Million, Physical Movie Revenue Up 33%"
Infant who traveled overseas is New York City's 1st case of measles this year
The city had a large measles outbreak in 2019 after an unvaccinated child returned from Israel, eventually spreading to nearly 650 people.
Reading nonprofit aims to help Nebraska teachers with science-based literacy instruction
A national nonprofit called The Reading League is starting a Nebraska chapter to help teachers implement science-based reading instruction in their classrooms. The organization’s introduction comes at a time when the state department is also pushing forward on several literacy efforts.
Mortgage rates edge lower, hover near 6%
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage slipped this week to 6.09%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.11%.
Scientists in Reading for workshops say climate change is here
Reading Uni hosts the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and Met Office to discuss weather.
Elementary schools turn to science of reading to combat literacy crisis
Schools are using the science of reading to help improve declining literacy rates. It includes five components: phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension.
AFC Wimbledon Fans Verdict: Dons Punish Reading’s Costly Errors
The fans were not in a good mood after a rollercoaster game in South London.
The 2026 sports calendar is setting up to be an all-timer
In today's edition: Big year of sports ahead, Stafford wins MVP, Skubal's big day, Olympics watchlist, Super Bowl pregame reading, photo finish, and more.
British woman claims she’s 80% human and 20% robot thanks to a mind-reading bionic arm
This British woman says that she is 80% human and 20% robot thanks to the use of her mind-reading bionic arm with the limb using AI to help her
Vote For Your January 2026 Reading Player Of The Month
Which of these four players gets your vote?
Sony Pictures Entertainment Posts 12% Quarterly Revenue Decline
Sony Pictures Entertainment Feb. 4 reported a 12% third-quarter (ended Dec. 31, 2025) revenue decline to under $2.3 billion compared with revenue of more than $2.6 billion in the previous-year period. Operating income dropped more than 11% to $197 million from operating income of $223 million. The top-grossing movie in the current quarter included Chainsaw … Continue reading "Sony Pictures Entertainment Posts 12% Quarterly Revenue Decline"
Nioh 3 review: "Brutal samurai and ninja clashes across wide maps avoid retreading Elden Ring – this Soulslike is all demon killer, no filler"
Nioh 3 demands care, planning, and patience – and gives immense satisfaction in the form of a brutal but engrossing adventure in return
Private sector added 22,000 jobs in January, well below expectations, ADP says
The figure reported on Wednesday is below economists’ estimates of an increase of 48,000 jobs and higher than the prior month’s revised reading of a gain of 37,000 jobs.
Making science move: Organoids project re-imagines adrenal glands through models and motion
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] In 2024, University of Georgia Associate Professor Nadja Zeltner received a grant to advance research in human cell generation, including adrenal gland organoids used to study disease. Adrenal gland organoids are tiny, lab-grown versions of your body’s stress response control center—adrenal glands release hormones in response to stress or excitement, regulate energy and … Continue reading “Making science move: Organoids project re-imagines adrenal glands through models and motion”
Atrium Health reports influx of virus patients, urges vaccines and handwashing
Atrium Health warns people of spreading viruses in Georgia. Atrium Health has recently seen an influx of patients with several different viruses.
Most Baltimore County teachers are ready to teach science of reading. What about yours?
The phonics-forward method backed by brain science is what education leaders hope will bring Maryland back to its heyday.
Employers are spreading raises like peanut butter – and workers are paying the price
These across-the-board raises to all employees versus individual performance-based raises are simply lazy
The best new popular science books of February 2026
Readers are spoiled for choice when it comes to popular science reading this month, with new titles by major names including Maggie Aderin and Michael Pollan
Free Reading health project helped man turn life around
Wassim Chokri says he was drinking too much and battling mental health issues before having a free check-up.
Apple's New Lip-Reading Tech Is a Weird Signal of Where We're Heading
Commentary: The purchase of a startup called Q.ai isn't a blip on the radar. The way we use our wearables could be changing in very weird new ways.
The silent breakthrough: why Apple paid $1.5 billion for a secret Israeli startup
Apple has announced the acquisition of Israeli startup Q.ai, which developed technology that deciphers speech without sound, by reading micro-movements of the face and jaw, the system translates whispers and silent speech into words and commands
The best new science fiction books of February 2026
We pick the sci-fi novels we’re most looking forward to reading this month, from a new Brandon Sanderson to the latest from Makana Yamamoto
Dr. Michael Greger’s Bias Is Food for Thought
How can we distinguish between a sufficiently objective science communicator and an advocate? Communicating science to the public means choosing scientific papers, reading them, and appraising their
Pollution control equipment breakdown reported at Clairton Coke Works, health officials say
The elevated readings did not exceed any 1-hour or 24-hour air quality standards, ACHD says.
Beyond Entertainment: When Theatre Makes You Think
Three plays performed as stage readings February 6-8, features an audience talk back afterwards, with complimentary desert and coffee. A fundraiser as well for the Bear Theatre ($25 tickets, $50 for all three shows), located inside Community High...
NFL Hall of Fame snubs Bill Belichick and sports world is gagged: 'I can't be reading this right'
Sports figures from Patrick Mahomes to LeBron James expressed shock and outrage after news broke that Bill Belichick failed to gain Hall of Fame election on his first ballot.
Join the Conversation at Business Insider
Comments let readers react, question, and build on our journalism together, turning reading into a shared experience.
Trump’s Favorite Wedge Issue Has Finally Met Its Match
Riley Gaines definitely doesn’t want you reading this.
Microsoft releases urgent patch for actively exploited Office zero-day
Microsoft rushed an emergency Patch Tuesday fix after a new Office zero-day began spreading in active attacks. CISA warns organizations to patch immediately.
Evansville business agrees to put up a fence and stop burning materials
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — An Evansville business has agreed to put up a fence and stop burning materials in order to reopen their doors. The Evansville Area Plan Commission met on Tuesday. One of the items on the docket was the final reading of a rezoning ordnance for American Tree Experts. The business operates along […]
Report: In Some Urban Districts, Science of Reading Limits ‘Robust Comprehension’
Rather than promoting deeper literacy skills, the phonics-based approach 'may unintentionally encourage teachers to focus on surface-level goals.'
Report: In Some Urban Districts, Science of Reading Limits ‘Robust Comprehension’
Four school districts in major urban areas using the science of reading found while students are grasping basic literacy skills, limitations toward deeper comprehension still exist, according to a new study. The “Robust Reading Comprehension” report, conducted by nonprofit research organization SRI, examined literacy instruction in districts in Texas, Maryland, North Carolina and Virginia that […]
Why it Matters: Ohio hopes the Science of Reading boosts student literacy rates
The Science of Reading isn’t a single program or philosophy. It’s based on decades of scientific research that explains how children develop reading and writing skills, and why some kids struggle.
Measles now spreading within the community, Maricopa County health officials say
Health officials in Maricopa County said on Jan. 23 that the discovery of two new measles cases confirms that the illness is now spreading within the community.
Want to Fight for Science? Look to South Dakota. No, Really.
Nature this week offers a series of terrifying, interactive graphs detailing the Trump Administration’s Idiocratic War on Science. Not only has it butchered federal scientific research grants, but as you can see in this graphic, it has hollowed out the federal scientific workforce – the dedicated professionals who develop data to allow for science-informed policy … Continue reading "Want to Fight for Science? Look to South Dakota. No, Really."
Ohio to require teachers to retrain in science of reading every 5 years
New professional development courses will be developed for literacy instruction known as the science of reading, a phonics-intensive approach the state requires in classrooms for Ohio's 1.6 million public school students.
First look at Modesto schools planned mental health policy gets some parent backlash
A second reading of the policy with several revisions will be put forward during a February Board of Education meeting.
Pfizer CEO lays blame for US vaccine woes on RFK Jr.'s 'anti-science' stance: WSJ
While much of the biopharma industry has spent the past 12 months treading lightly around the Trump administration and the tumult it has wrought on U.S. | While much of the biopharma industry has spent the past 12 months treading lightly around the Trump administration and the tumult it has wrought on U.S. medical research and regulation, Pfizer’s CEO cut to the chase this week in a blatant rebuke of HHS secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., according to The Wall Street Journal.
Is your body really full of microplastics?
Studies detecting microplastics throughout human bodies have made for alarming reading in recent years. But last week, the Guardian’s environment editor, Damian Carrington, reported on major doubts among a group of scientists about how some of this research has been conducted
‘Implementation is where it’s at’: What’s next for the science of reading?
Implementation of the science of reading across the country was the subject of a recent Fordham Institute webinar.
Rival Roundup, Vol. 78: Get Reading, Bubba!
We’re less than a month away from pitchers and catchers reporting, which means that in about 10 weeks, we’ll have real baseball to cover. Until such time, we’ll be covering something called hypothetical baseball, where the headlines feature player-team combinations that may never come to fruition, proposed storylines that bear absolutely no fruit, and rumors […]
Michigan Department of Education calls for stricter science of reading mandate
The Michigan Department of Education called for districts to be required to use literacy programs from a state-approved list.
My Mom Is Spreading My Family’s Story as “Evidence” to Support Her Political Agenda. But She’s Got All the Facts Wrong.
She's using us as proof.
A take on the science of reading from a special educator
Beacon Journal readers write about the science of reader, a new state bill, energy-saving appliances and national politics.
There Is No Comfortable Reading Position. There Is Only One Bleak Solution.
Don’t act like you don’t know what I’m talking about.
Know a business hiring for summer? Check out the BCHS Summer Job & Hiring Fair - Bethlehem Central School District
Bethlehem Central School District invites local businesses to participate in our High School Summer Job & Hiring Fair, connecting employers with students seeking summer, part-time, and entry-level work. The fair is a great way for local companies to support student career readiness while meeting potential future employees. BCHS Summer Job & Hiring Fair is March … Continue reading "Know a business hiring for summer? Check out the BCHS Summer Job & Hiring Fair"
Radial Entertainment Completes Purchase of 'MST3K'
Radial Entertainment, the entertainment company formed from the merger of Shout! Studios and FilmRise, has obtained full ownership over the “Mystery Science Theater 3000” brand from creator Joel Hodgson’s Alternaversal. “MST3K” had been jointly owned by Alternaversal and Shout! Studios since late 2015. Radial’s purchase includes all brand assets and intellectual property and follows nearly … Continue reading "Radial Entertainment Completes Purchase of ‘MST3K’"
Mortgage rates fall to lowest level since 2022
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.06%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.16%.
Netflix Inks Exclusive Worldwide Pay 1 Licensing Deal With Sony Pictures Entertainment
Netflix and Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) on Jan. 15 announced an exclusive global Pay 1 licensing deal that gives Netflix sole rights to stream Sony Pictures movies worldwide after their theatrical and transactional home entertainment windows. Hailed as an industry-first, the deal will roll out gradually starting later this year as individual territory rights become … Continue reading "Netflix Inks Exclusive Worldwide Pay 1 Licensing Deal With Sony Pictures Entertainment"
Smithsonian hands over documents as its leader works to balance “principal and pragmatism” in facing White House demands
As the Smithsonian faced a deadline to comply with the White House’s request for extensive documents about its museum exhibitions, Lonnie Bunch III, the historian who leads the institution, has been treading a careful line between maintaining independence and complying with the Trump administration’s demands.
Approval Rating: Reading Fans Pleased With Leam Richardson’s Start
Noel Hunt’s successor has been in post since October and taken charge of 11 matches in all competitions.
Classroom grants bring science to life for local students
Virtually tracing the blood vessels through the chambers of a sheep’s heart and following the path of air through the lungs allowed seventh graders at Berry Creek Middle School to move beyond just reading about...
The science of support: Justin Lavner’s work to improve relationships and well-being
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”text-container first-paragraph”] Long before he became a leading voice in relationship science, Justin Lavner was simply fascinated by people. “I’ve always been interested in understanding why people are the way they are,” said Lavner, a professor and the director of clinical training in the University of Georgia’s Franklin College of Arts and Sciences’ … Continue reading “The science of support: Justin Lavner’s work to improve relationships and well-being”
‘Disappointing’: Ohio’s Science of Reading Switch Not Yet Bringing Results
Ohio’s drive to boost reading scores using the science of reading has had a rocky start in the two years since Gov. Mike DeWine fought for the change, with scores going the wrong direction.
GTA Online Players Keep Making Charlie Kirk Assassination Missions
It seems Rockstar is trying to stop people from spreading these missions online
An all-female wasp is rapidly spreading across North America’s elms
The elm zigzag sawfly has spread to 15 states in five years. Now it's attacking the tree that cities planted to replace Dutch elm disease victims.
Mid City Ballroom seeks rezoning to obtain alcohol license
Mid City Ballroom, the intimate concert venue on South Acadian Thruway, has submitted a rezoning application as it looks to move away from its long-running BYOB model and begin selling alcohol on … Already an INSIDER? Sign in. We are glad you enjoy reading Business Report. Continue reading this story and get ACCESS to all […]
Science Lesson on a Study About Reading for Fun
Fewer people are reading for fun, a recent study finds.
Private sector added fewer-than-expected 41,000 jobs in December, ADP says
The figure reported on Wednesday is below economists’ estimates of an increase of 47,000 jobs and higher than the prior month’s revised reading of a loss of 29,000 jobs.
2025: Another Big Year Of Change For Reading Women
Reading Women have been through another whirlwind 12 months, and although things are looking up on the pitch, concerns remain off it…
New Jersey company buys four Capital Region health care properties
Essential Properties Realty Trust, a New Jersey-based company, has acquired four health care properties in the Capital Region for a combined $28.9 million. The properties are Carpenter House of… Already an INSIDER? Sign in. We are glad you enjoy reading Business Report. Continue reading this story and get ACCESS to all our content from any […]
Charlie Hunnam names the film that made him stop reading reviews: 'I don't need to go through this again'
Charlie Hunnam says that reviews from one film in particular prompted him to stop reading them altogether.
Nomination Period Is Open for 2026 Home Entertainment Media Play Awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the annual Home Entertainment Media Play Awards, which for the ninth year is being presented by Media Play News. Nominations for the awards — which honor the best movies, series and other content aimed at home audiences released during 2025, from streaming to TVOD to disc — are due … Continue reading "Nomination Period Is Open for 2026 Home Entertainment Media Play Awards"
Reading 1-0 Stockport County: Player Ratings
A big defensive shift got the Royals over the line at the SCL for the second time this year.
Alleged First Look at The Sims Project X Character Design
The rumors about The Sims Project X keep spreading like wildfire. First we got some talks spreading that The Sims 4 will be getting its last Expansion Pack
Local health officials warn of fast-spreading flu variant this season
Experts say symptoms may start mild but can still lead to serious illness
This 100-year-old teaching method is beating modern preschools
A first-of-its-kind national trial shows that public Montessori preschool students enter kindergarten with stronger reading, memory, and executive function skills than their peers. These gains don’t fade — they grow over time, bucking a long-standing trend in early education research. Even better, Montessori programs cost about $13,000 less per child than traditional preschool. The results suggest a powerful, affordable model hiding in plain sight.
Google Chrome's Reading Mode on Android gets a huge revamp to make it more seamless to use
This is exactly what it needed
Chrome for Android rolling out Reading mode redesign that's easy to trigger
Chrome on Android has offered a Reading mode for several years now, and Google is now significantly redesigning it.
Flu cases are surging and rates will likely get worse, new CDC data shows
Flu season is off to a rough start this year, according to new CDC data. The virus is spreading faster than in previous years and the surge is likely to get worse. Here's what you need to know.
Colorado hires exciting new athletic director
Folks, doesn’t it feel good to have faith in an institution again? Isn’t it nice to trust the people making decisions that affect your life? I got to feel the sunshine of good decisions (not mine, obviously) on my face this weekend. My bet is, if you’re reading this, you did, too. We, as Colorado […]
Science taught us a few new tricks about our pets in 2025
Are we reading our dog’s moods right? Does TV really comfort them when we’re away? These pet stories were catnip to us this year.
Racist AI content is spreading fast — and swaying political opinions
Fake content is influencing how people see government programs, race, and potentially even elections.
Leam Richardson Highlights Reading’s ‘Excellent’ Start In Plymouth Win
The Royals essentially had the game won 20 minutes in, thanks to a red card and flurry of goals.
Ashland among 14 Ohio schools to earn perfect reading audit score
Ashland University scored 100% in Ohio’s Science of Reading audit, ranking among just 14 schools statewide to meet every benchmark.
New 'aggressive' flu strain emerging as health threat: Where it's spreading the most
A highly contagious and aggressive flu strain is sweeping the nation this season.
New 'aggressive' flu strain emerging as health threat: Where it's spreading the most
A highly contagious and aggressive flu strain is sweeping the nation this season.
Our Favorite Science Stories That Stuck With Us From 2025
The list below is a mix of the pieces we loved most and the ones you couldn’t stop reading.
Scientists say evolution works differently than we thought
A major evolutionary theory says most genetic changes don’t really matter, but new evidence suggests that’s not true. Researchers found that helpful mutations happen surprisingly often. The twist is that changing environments prevent these mutations from spreading widely before they become useless or harmful. Evolution, it turns out, is less about reaching perfection and more about endlessly chasing a moving target.
Lessenberry: A fateful year awaits in Michigan politics
LANSING — Well, it’s Christmas, and I hope everyone reading this, whatever your beliefs may be, is having a wonderful and relaxing day. While this isn’t ...
An LSU professor’s tips for responsible AI adoption in business
As artificial intelligence tools become more accessible, business leaders across a range of industries are having to work out how to adopt them without putting sensitive information or the trust o… Already an INSIDER? Sign in. We are glad you enjoy reading Business Report. Continue reading this story and get ACCESS to all our content […]
EPA administrator signals faster permitting, industry collaboration at LABI roundtable
The Louisiana Association of Business and Industry earlier this month hosted a business roundtable with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, giving Louisiana business leaders a rare chance to engage face… Already an INSIDER? Sign in. We are glad you enjoy reading Business Report. Continue reading this story and get ACCESS to all our content from any […]
SGMC Health Celebrates Babies Born Christmas Week
SGMC Health is spreading holiday cheer to its tiniest patients this Christmas week with a beloved tradition that has warmed hearts for decades.
Santander entertainment facilities earn national recognition [Spotlight]
Santander Arena and Santander Performing Arts Center continue to reinforce their status as leading entertainment destinations in eastern Pennsylvania.
ENTERTAINMENT: Museum sets sessions for kids; Steinway honors piano teacher
The Rogers Historical Museum and the Rogers Public Library are offering "Museum and Me," an hour-long, free, once-a-month program at the museum for children 3-5 that helps foster interest in history, reading and museums.
The Nautilus Winter Reading List 2025
The Nautilus Winter Reading List 2025: Ten books we loved to start your new year off right.
Setting Business Goals for Your Trucking Company in 2026
With 2025 almost in the books, the smartest thing a small carrier can do right now isn’t chase one more load — it’s slow down just enough to decide what 2026 actually needs to look like. If you’re reading this with less than two weeks left in the year, you’re right on time. Not late. […] The post Setting Business Goals for Your Trucking Company in 2026 appeared first on FreightWaves.
Friday letters: Reading, giving, politics, civic engagement and more
Why letters still matter When we write letters to the editor, what is our intent? Who is the audience? Who reads? Who learns something and changes their mind? I recently heard that fewer than 2%...
10 Ohio colleges and universities were not in alignment with the science of reading, audit shows
Ten Ohio colleges and universities’s educator training programs were found to not be in alignment with teaching the science of reading, according to an audit from the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
Reading vs Luton Town: 2025/26 Match Preview
The Royals host League One football for the final time in 2025, with Luton the visitors.