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Black hole outburst 'Jetty McJetface' is one of the most energetic objects in the universe — and only growing brighter
Scientists say a jet from a previously studied supermassive black hole has grown brighter, becoming one of the most energetic events in the universe.
Best earbud deal: Get the Nothing Ear (a) wireless earbuds for their lowest price yet
Plus, get ChatGPT support for chats right in your ear.
A Look Back at Project 2025’s Plans for Science
Where the Trump administration has and has not stuck to the conservative policy blueprint.
Google Home struggles with buttons as IKEA confirms Matter connectivity issues
IKEA’s smart home tech gets a lot of the basics – including price – right, but Matter connectivity issues are...
Mike Tirico, set to call his first Super Bowl, is still in awe of Rams-Bears playoff game, miracle TD
“The whole moment just felt really, really vibrant to me,” Tirico said. “That was an all-time great moment. That was a play I will forever cherish being a part of.”
SBA to bar green card holders from applying for small business loans
The Small Business Administration said in a policy note that green card holders won't be allowed to apply for SBA loans, effective March 1.
Pandemic disruptions to health care worsened cancer survival, study suggests
NEW YORK (AP) — During the early years of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts worried that disruptions to cancer diagnosis and treatment would cost lives. A new study suggests they were right.
Public Health Service officers deployed in detention centers suffer 'moral distress'
A special corps of health care workers have been called in to work with detained immigrants and many feel deeply conflicted about the assignment, saying they're not able to provide good care.
Measles continues to spread in the US, but with some letup
As South Carolina's outbreak grows to 876 confirmed cases, vaccinations in the state surged in January. Cases have also been reported in two ICE detention facilities.
Key tax takeaways for business owners
Grand Forks tax professional breaks down new, extended provisions in One Big Beautiful Bill
The Winter Olympics gets 8 new events, including its first new sport in decades
Ski mountaineering will make its Olympic debut this year, the first winter sport to do so since 2002. Skeleton, luge, ski jumping and moguls are also getting new events.
How JoySauce is building an Asian American comedy pipeline from the ground up
JoySauce launches its first ad-supported streaming channel on Amazon Prime dedicated to Asian American voices, premiering comedy series "Jokes with JoySauce" in January.
Newsom walks thin line on immigrant health as he eyes presidential bid
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who is eyeing a presidential bid, has incensed both Democrats and Republicans over immigrant healthcare in his home state, underscoring the delicate political path ahead.
They help police with mental health calls. So why are 'mobile crisis' teams in crisis?
Interactions between police and someone in psychiatric crisis can end in violence. Communities have been sending mental health professionals instead, but paying for that service has been a struggle.
Uncertainty looms large for Minnesota businesses
While it’s too early to draw firm, data-driven conclusions, no one is going out on a limb by saying the combination of turbulence and uncertainty seen in Minnesota right now will exact an economic price on the state.
How college sports juiced Olympic development : The Indicator from Planet Money
How did the U.S. become the Olympic powerhouse it is today? Cold War competition. The Soviet Union sponsored their athletes. But America wanted its athletes to pull themselves up by their bootstraps. It birthed an unexpected accelerator of Olympic development: College football. Stay with us now.On today’s show, how college football became an Olympic development engine. And how that engine might not be running as smoothly as it once did.Related episodes: Why the Olympics cost so muchYou can't spell Olympics without IPA huge EU-India deal, Heated Rivalry, and a hefty $200k to OlympiansWhy Host The Olympics?The monetization of college sportsFor sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Fact-checking by Sierra Juarez. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter.
Cavs newcomers shine in 124-91 win over Clippers
Schroder and Ellis made themselves right at home with the Cavs.
4 living ex-Michigan governors make case for civility in politics
It was a highly unusual gathering of two Democrats and two Republicans whose gubernatorial service dates back to the 1980s.
NFL athletes help students celebrate new sports field in East Palo Alto
NFL player Mekhi Blackmon of the Colts and brothers Rejzohn and Nahshon Wright of the Saints and Bears, all played on the field as kids and were at the celebration. "This is where I learned to be a teammate," Bears CB and East Palo Alto native Nahshon Wright said. "This is how I learned to be selfless."
Justice Department released 3 million pages of Epstein files. What did we learn? : The NPR Politics Podcast
The Justice Department says it has released all of the relevant documents from its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. We discuss what we have learned from the millions of pages of documents and whether Republicans or Democrats got what they were hoping for from the release.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political reporter Stephen Fowler, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
California leaders decry Trump call to 'nationalize' election, say they're ready to resist
California officials say they are ready to resist should the federal government attempt to assert control over the state’s voting system, as President Trump has suggested it should.
Southland top 20 high school girls' basketball rankings
Ontario Christian and Sierra Canyon remain No. 1 and No. 2 in high school girls' basketball rankings
Supreme Court, with no dissents, rejects GOP challenge to California's new election map
With newly drawn maps, California may elect five more Democrats to Congress while Texas elects five more Republicans.
Overwatch's New Season 1 Is What the Game Was Always Meant to Be
A commitment to an ongoing story and more frequent new heroes, including five right now, move the game in the direction it always seemed to promise.
IBX’s commitment to getting health care right
Health care costs are weighing heavily on everyday Americans and their families. Across the country, more people are seeking health care and prices for medical care and prescriptions continue to rise. As a result, health insurers are increasing premiums to keep up. At the same time, employer provided health coverage is eating into paychecks. All of this is making it more difficult for hardworking Americans to afford the coverage and care they deserve.
Award-winning composer Adolphus Hailstork on art, politics, and social change
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 2/4/26, Rochester native Adolphus Hailstork joins us for a conversation on how he has used his music to make political statements.
Alexa+ now available to everyone in the US—and free for Prime members
Alexa+ is the newest Prime benefit, giving members in the U.S. a powerful AI assistant accessible by voice, browser, and the Alexa app for no additional cost—and now anyone can try Alexa+ at Alexa.com.
Commentary: The right's answer to the Super Bowl halftime show is here. Bad Bunny has nothing to worry about
The conservative group Turning Point USA is protesting Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show by providing counterprogramming. Prepare to be underwhelmed.
Parents of trans kids ask: Does California really protect our rights?
AG Bonta's lawsuit against Rady Children's relies on a merger contract, not civil rights law—leaving trans families wondering what protections work
From penalty boxes to physics: Hockey takes over Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale
The Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale has unveiled a new exhibit aimed at blending hockey and science.
FIU Softball Stadium To Be Renamed As Felsberg Field at Baptist Health Stadium
MIAMI – FIU Athletics announced Wednesday that the Panthers' softball stadium has been officially renamed Felsberg Field at Baptist Health Stadium, a move that reflects the growing, long-term partnership between two of South Florida's most influential organizations.
World record speed skier Simon Billy describes ‘crazy feeling’ of traveling over 158 mph downhill
When he squeezes into his bright red ski suit and puts on his Darth Vader-esque helmet, speed skier Simon Billy hears nothing and sees very little.
Everything you need to know about Sunday's Super Bowl halftime show
Bad Bunny made history a few days ago after taking home the album of the year Grammy with a Spanish-language album. Next, he's taking over Sunday's Super Bowl halftime stage.
‘Things Have Not Changed’: What ‘Heated Rivalry’ Gets Right About Men’s Sports
The show, about a romance between two closeted pro hockey players, is a surprise hit. But its popularity underscores how little has changed in the hypermasculine world of men’s professional sports.
It May Be Safe to Nuke an Earthbound Asteroid After All, Simulation Suggests
Hollywood was right all along.
A New Mission for a N.Y.C. Development Agency: Economic Justice
According to a Jan. 2 memo obtained by The New York Times, Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to remake the agency as part of his vow to address affordability and workers’ rights.
Woman shot, killed in UI Health parking garage in Little Italy
A woman on her way to a medical appointment Tuesday was shot to death on the third floor of a parking garage in the 1100 block of South Wood Street, authorities say. Police say the attack may be domestic related.
Asteroid 2024 YR4's collision with the moon could create a flash visible from Earth, study finds
If the building-size asteroid 2024 YR4 crashes into the moon in December 2032, the impact will produce a bright flash that may be visible to the naked eye, a new study finds.
Trump says Republicans should ‘nationalize’ elections : The NPR Politics Podcast
President Trump suggested during an appearance on the Dan Bongino Show that Republicans should “take over the voting” in at least 15 states and “nationalize” elections. We unpack what to make of these comments and how they fit into a bigger picture of Trump’s repeated efforts to interfere with states’ administration of elections. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, voting correspondent Miles Parks, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
MAHA has reshaped health policy. Now it's working on environmental rules
MAHA activists who want to hold corporations accountable for harming Americans’ health have found an unlikely ally in a GOP-led Environmental Protection Agency.
Titans Reacts Survey: Grade the Brian Daboll hire
Did the Titans make the right hire at OC?
Mountain West extends CBS Sports partnership as part of new media rights package
The new-look Mountain West will continue to be featured across CBS Sports platforms through 2032
Mountain West Announces New Media Rights Package in Collaboration with CBS Sports, FOX Sports, The CW Network, and Kiswe
Mountain West Announces New Media Rights Package in Collaboration with CBS Sports, FOX Sports, The CW Network, and Kiswe
Crime Pays in Red Dead Online with Triple Rewards on Blood Money Opportunities
Guido Martelli, right hand man to the notorious mob boss Angelo Bronte, invites you to join the dangerous ranks of the criminal underworld.
Inside Nutrien’s Business Mandate: Commit To the Customer, Deliver Efficiency
Eight years after the merger of Agrium and Potash Corp. to form Nutrien, the company deploys an updated strategy unifying wholesale and retail operations.
Getting the right message to the right caregiver saves health system millions
At HIMSS26, a clinical informatics leader from the University of Maryland Medical System will describe how the organization's EHR-linked, rule-based technology helps ensure clinical notes get to the providers who need to see them.
Dutchess County Partners with Colgate to Promote Children’s Oral Health
The Dutchess County Department of Health (DOH), in partnership with Colgate’s “Bright Smiles, Bright Futures” program, will host a free Children’s Dental Health Event on Saturday, February 21, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Prep talk: City of South Gate offers glimpse into neighborhood sports worship
The community in South Gate comes out for high school sports, with three schools near one another. South Gate and South East will play in a Friday Eastern League basketball game.
Breaking down some boldface names in the Epstein files
The major headlines from the latest dump of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein focus on Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, Bill Gates, Elon Musk and the former Prince Andrew, among others. And rightly so. Those names are sprinkled throughout the documents.
Big Sean & USHER open Boys & Girls Club entertainment incubator at Michigan Central
The all-new Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator inside Michigan Central Station will officially open on Tuesday.
Democrat Sara Rodriguez lays out public option plan for health care
Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez laid out her plan to implement a public health insurance option and a "health care bill of rights" if elected governor.
How ‘Heated Rivalry’ changed the game for Canadian TV
Creator Jacob Tierney, producing partner Brendan Brady and the executives who supported the series explain why it will remain thoroughly Canadian in Season 2.
MOUNTAIN WEST ANNOUNCES NEW MEDIA RIGHTS PACKAGE IN COLLABORATION WITH CBS SPORTS, FOX SPORTS, THE CW NETWORK, AND KISWE
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The Mountain West Conference announced today a new media rights package featuring CBS Sports, FOX Sports, The CW Network, and Kiswe. The agreements with CBS Sports, FOX Sports, and Kiswe run for six years (2026-27 through 2031-32), while the CW Network has committed to a five-year partnership through the 2030-31 season. These strategic collaborations provide extensive visibility and coverage across broadcast, cable, and streaming platforms for Mountain West Football and Men's and Women's Basketball, along with a broad array of Olympic Sports.
19 Winter Olympic storylines we're watching (they're not just about sports)
The Winter Olympics promise plenty of high adrenaline, fierce competition, historic firsts and emotional moments over 2 1/2 weeks. Here are some of the names and narratives to keep an eye on.
Mountain West Announces New Media Rights Package In Collaboration With CBS Sports, FOX Sports, The CW Network And KISWE
The Mountain West Conference announced today a new media rights package featuring CBS Sports, FOX Sports, The CW Network, and Kiswe. The agreements with CBS Sports, FOX Sports, and Kiswe run for six years (2026-27 through 2031-32), while the CW Network has committed to a five-year partnership through the 2030-31 season. These strategic collaborations provide extensive visibility and coverage across broadcast, cable, and streaming platforms for Mountain West Football and Men's and Women's Basketball, along with a broad array of Olympic Sports.
Autism: myth-busting and what scientists still don't know : Short Wave
Autism has a long history of misinformation that continues to today. The Trump administration has perpetuated some of this misinformation in the last year. Among other things, officials have claimed certain groups of people don’t get the condition and that taking Tylenol while pregnant causes autism to later develop in children. Today, NPR Science Correspondent Jon Hamilton sets the record straight with host Emily Kwong on what scientists do and don’t know about autism. If you liked this episode, check out our episodes on an Autism researcher’s take on Trump’s claims about Tylenol and a Fragile X treatment that may be on the horizon.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.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Damian Herring.
New entertainment spot brings Asian pop-culture to Rio Rancho
BobaCatch isn't your typical arcade, it's a piece of Asian pop-culture right in the middle of the metro.
Kayla Tanijiri's clutch free throws help Birmingham hold off Granada Hills
Kayla Tanijiri made two key free throws with nine seconds left to clinch Birmingham’s road victory over Granada Hills.
Concord business grateful for customers after snow storm
Nearby businesses remain closed and parking lots still empty. It’s an area usually full of people, but right now it stays quiet.
Why Texas Is the Wildest Story in U.S. Politics Right Now
First came a remarkable State Senate upset. Next up: two high-octane U.S. Senate primaries.
Trump says federal government should 'take over' state elections
Trump repeated without evidence his long-running claim that U.S. elections are beset by widespread fraud.
Opinion | How a Conservative Texas District Rejected the Politics of Division
Many Americans are growing both exhausted and frightened by Trump’s scorched-earth, hyperpartisan, fire-ready-aim approach to the presidency.
Detroit Tigers leaving FanDuel Sports Network for MLB Media: Report
As reported by Sports Business Journal, the Detroit Tigers television broadcasting rights will be taken over by MLB Media for the 2026 season.
Here are all the businesses in this year’s Chicago Black Restaurant Week
There are nearly 40 restaurants participating in this year’s Chicago Black Restaurant Week, from fast casual and BBQ joints to steakhouses and fine dining establishments.
Rosters announced for 2026 McDonald's All-American Game
Christian Collins, Jason Crowe Jr., Maximo Adams, Branadon McCoy made the boys' team for the McDonald's All-American Game scheduled for March 31 in Glendale, Ariz.
THE WEEK OF FEB 2, 2026
- Partial shutdown hits NIH and DOD - DOD merges DSB and DIB - DOE shares reorg details
Brewers to switch TV broadcasts from FanDuel to MLB, report says
A report says the Milwaukee Brewers are among the teams that will switch their broadcast rights to MLB.
Oura says it will stick with a subscription model for its health tracking rings
Oura says subscription model for health tracking rings is here to stay
Winter Olympics 2026: Figure skating’s first controversy arises from … music copyright law
Norton Rose Fulbright expands business practice with five partners in two cities
New arrivals advance firm’s transactional and healthcare capabilities in key US marketsChicago, IL, Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright today announced a powerful expansion of its business practice with the addition of an impressive group of corporate, private equity, healthcare, finance and tax lawyers who further enhance the firm’s robust transactional capabilities. Andrew Smolik and Michael Flood join Norton Rose Fulbright’s St. Louis office, as Seth Aigner
This global health leader praises Trump's aid plan -- and gears up to beat malaria
Bill Steiger, who served in the George H.W. Bush and first Trump administrations, reflects on the past year's changes in the U.S. role — and his new job as head of Malaria No More.
First Foldable iPhone Design Details Revealed
Apple's first foldable iPhone will feature relocated volume buttons, an all-black camera plateau, a smaller Dynamic Island, and more, according to design leaks from a known Weibo leaker. The user known as "Instant Digital" today claimed to share several key details about the design of the foldable iPhone: The volume buttons will be located on the top edge of the device, aligned to the right, similar to the iPad mini.
Column: Minneapolis killings expose government lies, brutality
Minneapolis killings expose government lies, brutality
DOE scientists blasted climate report ordered up by boss
Secretary Chris Wright handpicked five climate contrarians to write about global warming. Department experts pushed back on the findings.
What happened in Iowa politics the week of Jan. 26-30
Listen as Morning Edition Host Meghan McKinney and IPR's State Government Reporter Katarina Sostaric review the latest from the Iowa Legislature.
Too old to compete? This 87-year-old triathlete has tips for staying in the game
Despite issues with her heart, this octogenarian still competes in triathlons. She's proof that preventive medicine paired with smart lifestyle choices help seniors stay active longer.
Help scientists document Midwest light pollution by looking at Orion
More people participating in the citizen science project Globe At Night could help fill gaps in what astronomers know about the extent of skyglow.
With an ACA fix uncertain in the Senate, Republicans replay old health care fights
Things are looking bleak for a fix in Congress for ACA premiums that doubled, on average, this month. And Republicans are making arguments against the law that haven't worked in years past.
How to watch the Paul McCartney documentary 'Man On The Run' coming to Prime Video February 27
UFC 325 Highlights: Mauricio Ruffy Knocks Out Rafael Fiziev
Lightweights Mauricio Ruffy and Rafael Fiziev collided on Saturday's UFC 325 main card in Sydney, Australia and the bout didn't disappoint. Fiziev took the fight to Ruffy, pressuring the Brazilian and saw success in the opening round. Late in the second frame, Ruffy connected with a right hand that ...
A happy merger of science and the arts is happening again at Florida State University
The Festival of the Creative Arts aims to explore the many ways the two disciplines intersect and interact.
Red Sox trade Jordan Hicks, David Sandlin to White Sox
ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported on Sunday that the pair of righties will be swapping the color of their Sox.
The Times' top 25 high school basketball rankings
A look at the top 25 high school boys' basketball teams in the Southland this week.
E is for Entertainment
Want to hear from the biggest stars in Hollywood? You're in the right place! This week, Paul Milliken catches up with Emmy-winning actress Claire Foy, director Philippa Lowthorpe, and author Helen Macdonald for a first look at the soaring drama "H is for Hawk." Next up, we celebrate recent Oscar nominee Elle Fanning with a look back at last year's critical and commercial hit "Predator: Badlands." And finally, we're backstage at Lawrenceville's Aurora Theatre, where "The Play That Goes Wrong" is sending audiences into hysterics.
The real story behind Kenneth Walker's resurgence
The Seahawks run game turned a corner down the stretch- right when Justin Outten and Michael Byrne took over the duties of coaching the running backs.
Sunday Standings: Time to believe?
Over the summer, a respected voice like Elliotte Friedman really drove home a lot of feelings about the Pittsburgh Penguins in a podcast: “It’s really hard to make deals right now because there are 31 teams in the NHL attempting to get better….then there is Pittsburgh” Turns out the signings of players like Anthony Mantha, […]
Middle Tennessee businesses struggle with supply chain, power issues from winter storm
Middle Tennessee businesses face ongoing supply chain issues and power outages more than a week after winter storms, impacting operations and revenue.
Phil Mickelson out of first two LIV Golf events because of family health matter
Mickelson announced his decision on Sunday morning, citing the need for he and his wife, Amy, to stay in the U.S. because of a family health matter.
How to watch the Grammy Awards and what to know before the show starts
Before music's biggest night commences with performances from Justin Bieber and Lady Gaga, most of the Grammy Awards will be given out on Sunday afternoon in L.A. Follow along for our live updates throughout the day.
Rita Süssmuth, trailblazer in German politics, dies aged 88
She dared to break taboos, advocated for women's rights and took part in a failed attempt to oust Chancellor Helmut Kohl as chairman of the CDU. Former President of the German Bundestag Rita Süssmuth has died aged 88.
'Bridgerton' Is Finally Back — And It Surprises In All The Right Ways
Season 4 of the Netflix series puts the spotlight on a cross-class love story.
UND Nistler College of Business of Public Administration to introduce new real estate major
Also, Department of Economics and Finance has been renamed the Fransen Department of Real Estate, Economics and Finance in honor of Robert "Bob" Fransen, who helped the real estate major come to be.
Business leaders gear up for Washington Street project
A website is planned to focus on positive, customer-friendly messaging during the project, letting consumers know about detours, promotions and anything else that will help get to businesses.
Zoning change sought to turn southeast Rochester hotel into behavioral health facility
A zoning change will be considered Monday for a 25-year-old southeast Rochester hotel eyed for conversion into a 94-bed substance-abuse treatment facility.
A locally-produced health podcast returns with a spin-off show
After a monthslong hiatus, a local women's health podcast is back — and expanding.
“Existential risk” – Why scientists are racing to define consciousness
Scientists warn that rapid advances in AI and neurotechnology are outpacing our understanding of consciousness, creating serious ethical risks. New research argues that developing scientific tests for awareness could transform medicine, animal welfare, law, and AI development. But identifying consciousness in machines, brain organoids, or patients could also force society to rethink responsibility, rights, and moral boundaries. The question of what it means to be conscious has never been more urgent—or more unsettling.
Basil Talbott Jr., Chicago Sun-Times political editor and journalist, dies at 89
Basil Talbott spent more than 30 years at the Sun-Times and was widely respected by his colleagues as a truth-seeker who bluntly challenged obfuscation.
Science & Medicine: The biostatisticians who drive medical research
From COVID-19 research to Parkinson's disease therapies, these statistical experts turn numbers into answers, helping doctors make evidence-based decisions that improve patient care.
Healthcare experts warn 'people will die' unless state steps up amid federal cuts
As massive federal cuts are upending the health care system in California, analysts and health care professionals are urging the state to soften the blow by creating new revenue streams and helping residents navigate through the red tape.
Meet the un-Gavin. Kentucky’s governor sees a different way to the White House
Andy Beshear says voters want a healer in 2028, not someone who'll match President Trump insult for insult. His focus on nuts and bolts makes him a popular blue governor in a very red state.