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It Ain’t Just Sports: Super Bowl debrief and special guest Maggie Doogan
In this episode: We sit down with Richmond Spiders forward Maggie Doogan to talk about her record breaking season with the women’s basketball team.
Texas Has the Wildest Senate Race—and It's About to Get Wilder
The mudslinging in both races is expected to soar, according to party insiders.
Gavin Newsom's Vogue Politics
When Ronald Reagan was elected president in 1980, I was living in England and briefly became an object of ridicule among my English acquaintances for sporting my Reagan button....
The US in brief: Can Congress agree on DHS?
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
RFK Jr discusses MAHA movement, Mike Tyson's involvement to advocate for America's health
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joins 'The Sunday Briefing' to detail the MAHA movement's fight against ultra-processed food, the launch of TrumpRx.gov and more.
Republicans rarely criticize Trump in his second term. A racist post briefly changed that
President Donald Trump is facing rare criticism from his Republican Party over a racist video
Jeane Freeman: SNP politician who led Covid response
The former SNP politician spent her life in public service and inherited the health brief just before the global pandemic.
Comparing States’ Rural Health Fund Allotments to Medicaid Spending Cuts Can be Misleading
This issue brief explains why it can be misleading to compare the first year of Rural Health Transformation Program allocations with estimated Medicaid cuts, which will be implemented on a gradual basis and not fully take effect until 2027, after the rural health fund is exhausted.
Loyola Chicago Hosts VCU For National Girls and Women in Sports Day
The Loyola University Chicago women's basketball team hosts VCU for National Girls and Women in Sports Day this Saturday (Feb. 7) at Gentile Arena. Tip-off on ESPN+/Marquee Network is set for 2 p.m. with Sam Brief (play by play) and Karli Bell calling the action (color).
Trump Shares Video Portraying the Obamas as Apes
The video, shared by the president’s Truth Social account, contains a brief clip of the faces of former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, on the bodies of apes.
The US in brief: Showing seniors the door
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
Potential Impacts of Trump Administration H-1B Visa Policies on the Health Care and Social Assistance Industries
This issue brief provides an overview of the H-1B visa program, analyzes trends in H-1B visa approvals for the health care and social assistance industries using data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and discusses potential implications of recent policies impacting the H-1B program on the U.S. health care workforce.
WATCH LIVE: White House briefing may address DHS funding negotiations, National Prayer Breakfast
Entertainment briefs | Black Humboldt hosts karaoke party
Black Humboldt is hosting a karaoke party tonight (Thursday) at 9 p.m. at Richards’ Goat, 401 I St., Arcata. Doors open at 8 p.m.
Oklahoma Supreme Court clears Rock Creek Entertainment District in Cleveland County
The Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Rock Creek Entertainment District, allowing the $1.1 billion project in Cleveland County to proceed.
Supreme Court allows California to use congressional districts that favor Democrats
No justices dissented from the brief order denying the appeal without explanation, as is common on the court's emergency docket.
NFIB Files Briefs in Critical Small Business Cases
The NFIB Small Business Legal Center filed several amicus briefs to protect the interests of small business in the courts.
The US in brief: Shutdown ends, DHS fight begins
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
2026 Super Bowl Odds: Brief History of the Novel Octopus Prop Bet
If your "Yes Octopus" wager hits, then eight might be your lucky number. Patrick Everson has the scoop on this novelty prop bet.
What Happens If Science Finally Explains Consciousness? A New Study Explores the Consequences
Consciousness remains science’s greatest mystery. A new study explores how it arises—and why solving it could reshape existence.
Tigers Drop Close Section Battle To Rams
By: Jared Barton The North Allegheny girls’ basketball team hosted Pine-Richland for a section clash Saturday night from UPMC Court. Despite a back-and-forth battle, the Rams prevailed with a 33-30 win. The first half was a low-scoring affair, as senior Maddie Williams hit a triple for the Tigers, giving NA a brief 3-2 lead. Pine-Richland… More »
From a recalibration in Minnesota to an Epstein files release: Inside the Trump administration’s chaotic week
For a brief moment following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, President Donald Trump appeared to recalibrate.
Johnson says government will 'inevitably' shut down despite Senate deal
House Speaker Mike Johnson said that "logistics" for House members may force the federal government into a brief shutdown, despite a funding deal made in the Senate.
The Observatory and WHO Ukraine reflect on productive partnership and continued collaboration
Why have some health systems coped better than others during the COVID-19 pandemic? Some answers might become clear if we could assess how resilient health systems are in response to crises or shocks, such as the current pandemic and other emergencies, including financial ones, or how well health systems were prepared for such events in the first place. The European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies has just published a new policy brief, “Strengthening health systems resilience”, which includes a framework to help policy-makers understand health system resilience and how to strengthen it. This policy brief highlights the key features of resilience and provides examples of strategies which have been applied in different countries.
Buncombe County officials hold public health briefing to address rise in measles
Buncombe County Public Health officials will hold a media briefing Thursday morning to update the community on measles in the county and state.
Galaxy Z TriFold seemingly won’t allow trade-ins, as it briefly went up for sale early
Samsung announced earlier this week that the Galaxy Z TriFold would be available for purchase in the United States on...
The US in brief: Agents who shot Alex Pretti on leave
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
Samsung fast paces One UI 8.5 Beta 4 update release work
After a brief pause, One UI 8.5 Beta has returned on track as Samsung speeds up work on the Beta 4 update. The latest development signals that users of the Galaxy S25 series will soon receive a new Beta software update. As spotted by TarunVats, Samsung is now working on a new One UI 8.5 Beta […]
Policy Brief: Teen Mental Health and School-Based Services in California
Rates of chronic sadness and suicidal thoughts in teens have been rising in California—and nationwide—since about 2009. Significant gaps exist between the reported need for mental health care and receipt of services. The state has recently invested $8 billion for child and teen mental health, including school-based services.
Business groups back freight brokers in Supreme Court trucking liability fight
U.S. Chamber of Commerce, National Retail Federation among those supporting C.H. Robinson in the brief.
Business groups back freight brokers in Supreme Court trucking liability fight
U.S. Chamber of Commerce, National Retail Federation among those supporting C.H. Robinson in the brief. The post Business groups back freight brokers in Supreme Court trucking liability fight appeared first on FreightWaves.
The US in brief: DHS’s first report on Pretti
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
How Trump transformed ICE, in two charts
The money behind Trump’s immigration crackdown, briefly explained.
I let ChatGPT analyze a decade of my Apple Watch data. Then I called my doctor.
ChatGPT now says it can answer personal questions about your health using data from your fitness tracker and medical records. The new ChatGPT Health claims that it can help you “understand patterns over time - not just moments of illness - so you can feel more informed.” Like many people who strap on an Apple Watch every day, I’ve long wondered what a decade of that data might reveal about me. So I joined a brief wait list and gave ChatGPT access to the 29 million steps and 6 million heartbeat m
White House attacks ‘sensationalist’ media over Alex Pretti coverage
The US in Brief: Capital offence
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
How Stephen Vogt’s leadership landed him among sports’ most admired figures
Here's why Guardians skipper Stephen Vogt ranks alongside established sports icons despite his brief managerial career, highlighting his remarkable ability to connect with players.
How States Can Combat Health Care Consolidation and Corporate Conflicts of Interest
States have several policy levers they can use to curb consolidation and corporate conflicts of interest, protecting competition and lowering costs.
Guest post: 10 key climate science ‘insights’ from 2025
Annual “10 new insights in climate science” report offers a snapshot of key advances in the scientific understanding of the climate system
The US in Brief: Fed up
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
Rambling Trump runs through his achievements as worried world watches on
As fears over Nato and Greenland hung in the air, president veered wildly off topic in briefing to tout his successes
'You'll find out': Trump hints at Greenland takeover, touts his 2025 accomplishments
Trump covered a range of issues during a nearly two-hour press briefing, including immigration, foreign policy and Los Angeles' fire recovery, as he lamented not getting enough credit for his job.
WATCH LIVE: White House holds briefing after Trump's latest Greenland and tariff threats
The US in Brief: MAGA v Minnesota
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
The US in brief: Cold comfort
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
BUSINESS BRIEFS: Adams Community Bank announcement; Dellea.biz Computer Services anniversary; Berkshire LGBTQ+ networking event; Tableaux Wealth open house; Berkshire HorseWorks awarded; Greylock Federal awarded; Computer training at BCC
Adams Community Bank has announced the addition of Christopher Glynn as Assistant Vice President, Business Banking Officer.
Midland business briefs: Whitmer reappoints Lampman, more
On Jan. 15, Jan Lampman of Midland was reappointed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to the Statewide Independent Living Council.
Scientists trace fertilizer microplastics from fields to beaches
Plastic-coated fertilizers used on farms are emerging as a major but hidden source of ocean microplastics. A new study found that only a tiny fraction reaches beaches through rivers, while direct drainage from fields to the sea sends far more plastic back onto shore. Once there, waves and tides briefly trap the particles on beaches before many vanish again. This helps explain why so much plastic pollution seems to disappear after reaching the ocean.
Not bowled over by male sports chat
Brief letters: Cricket analogies | Deep south | Traitors overreaction | Bless my soul | Fit for purpose
Editorial: More scrutiny for HMSA-HPH health care tie-up
Is it a good idea for Hawaii’s largest health insurer, the Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA), to partner up in business with one of Hawaii’s larger health care systems, Hawai‘i Pacific Health (HPH)? State senators and representatives had plenty of questions and concerns to express at a Tuesday briefing on the issue — and Hawaii residents who depend on private insurance should, too.
Trump administration quietly abandons plan to merge ATF and DEA after pressure from both sides of gun debate
After pushback from both gun rights and gun control groups, the Trump administration has quietly abandoned its plan to merge the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives into the Drug Enforcement Administration, according to people briefed on the matter.
Business Briefly
Business-related news and events in Skagit County
Federal mental health funding restored for programs in San Antonio, across US after abrupt reversal
Federal funding for mental health and addiction services will continue after a sudden reversal by the Trump administration — ending a brief but alarming period of uncertainty for nonprofits across the country, including in San Antonio.
Meditz Students Pitch Policy Solutions to Bridgeport Regional Business Council
Working in collaboration with the Bridgeport Regional Business Council (BRBC), undergraduate students in the “State & Local Politics” course taught by Gayle Alberda, PhD, in the John Charles Meditz College of Arts and Sciences, conducted in-depth research on high-priority regional issues and developed policy briefs designed to inform real-world decision-making.
WATCH: Leavitt doubts whether Gov. Walz's offer to speak with Trump is 'genuine'
Leavitt noted that, as of 30 minutes before Thursday’s White House news briefing, Trump had not spoken with Walz.
WATCH LIVE: White House news briefing may address Machado meeting, Insurrection Act threat
Business Briefs: Jan. 16, 2026
National Grid hosts in-person customer assistance events WALTHAM — National Grid continues its commitment to supporting customers with a series of in-person customer assistance events this month. With colder temperatures, these events are designed to help residents manage seasonal energy bills and explore cost-saving programs. At every location, National Grid customer service specialists will be available […]
Citizen science
Citizen science, also called community science, is a common term for a wide range of participatory practices involving scientific data collection and analysis.Citizen science is important for science, research and policy, and has multiple benefits for society and for participants themselves by expanding knowledge, increasing awareness and fostering stewardship.While some scientists remain cautious about the quality of citizen science data, acceptance within the broader scientific community is steadily growing.Measures to strengthen the role and impact of citizen science include enhancing policy and funding support, continued training of educators and leveraging existing data collection technologies.
The US in brief: ICE fires
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
The ‘bombshell’ science that casts doubt on claims about microplastics
Like tobacco and asbestos before, these particles have sparked widespread fear. But now experts say the risks may be overstated
What comes next in plans for sports and entertainment district downtown?
The San Antonio City Council will get a briefing Wednesday about a flurry of major projects downtown.
Police ID men in double murder-suicide at Boynton Beach business office
Two men were shot and killed inside a Boynton Beach office building Monday afternoon, and the gunman later died by suicide after a brief police pursuit, authorities said. Police identified all three men on Tuesday.
The US in brief: Rally round the Fed
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
Sugar Grove Cafe closes in downtown Syracuse after brief run, keeps wholesale business
The popular bakery had moved from Cazenovia just over a year ago.
Unhealthy Hiring
Get briefed ahead of your morning calls with the latest UK business headlines, key data and market reaction
Business briefs, Jan. 12
CMS expands ‘enhanced oversight’ to hospice providers in 2 new states … New rule allows early withdrawal from 401(k) funds without penalty to pay for long-term care … MA options, providers shrinking in 2026
Trump Is Briefed on Options for Striking Iran as Protests Continue
The president has said he will be “hitting them very hard” if Iranian leaders kill protesters amid widespread demonstrations calling for wholesale changes in the country.
Why small, medium businesses are 'cautiously optimistic' about 2026
Small and medium-sized business owners are remaining cautiously optimistic in their 2026 outlook, according to Bank of America's latest Business Owner Report, as they continue to contend with inflation and even tariff pressures. Bank of America President of Business Banking Sharon Miller shares the findings from the survey, noting how 70% of these surveyed businesses plan to expand this year. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.
AMD shows first renders of Ryzen AI 400 for AM5 socket
AMD Ryzen AI PRO 400 for AM5 socket During Lenovo’s CES 2026 keynote, a slide briefly showed Ryzen AI PRO 400 on an AM5 socket. That is the clearest
FBI picks career agent to replace Dan Bongino as deputy director
FBI Director Kash Patel has named Christopher Raia, a seasoned career agent, to replace Dan Bongino as deputy director, according to people briefed on the matter.
'9-1-1: Nashville' is back. What to know about the cast, how to watch
After a brief winter break, \
The US in brief: Distrust and disharmony in Minneapolis
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
Future of Marketing Briefing: The ad business arrived at CES in a holding pattern
Behind the stage demos and glossy AI announcements, the advertising industry arrived in Las Vegas with a quieter set of questions than previous years.
The US in brief: The fallout from a fatal ICE shooting
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
Just 10 minutes of exercise can trigger powerful anti-cancer effects
A brief, intense workout may do more than boost fitness—it could help fight cancer. Researchers found that just 10 minutes of hard exercise releases molecules into the bloodstream that switch on DNA repair and shut down cancer growth signals. When these molecules were applied to bowel cancer cells, hundreds of cancer-related genes changed activity. The discovery helps explain how exercise lowers cancer risk and hints at future therapies inspired by movement.
Hands-on: The Galaxy Z TriFold is all the more impressive in person [Gallery]
During CES 2026 this week, I had a brief minute to try out Samsung’s new Galaxy Z TriFold and, I’ve...
Democrats call on Republicans to resist further military action in Venezuela
A dozen Democratic House members who served in the military said taxpayer dollars should not be spent on ground operations in Venezuela
The US in brief: Trump fears the rule of threes
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
Samsung showed off a crease-less display ready for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 before hiding it [Video]
At CES 2026, Samsung briefly showed off a new crease-less display panel for foldables that’s seemingly ready for the Galaxy...
Nvidia Vera Rubin, Dow tops 49K, business optimism: 3 Things
Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang unveiled a variety of new projects and innovations at his keynote speech at CES 2026 on Monday, including the chipmaker's Vera Rubin AI platform. US stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) are mixed in Tuesday's premarket trading after the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) reached a new record high above 49,000 yesterday. A majority of small and medium business owners appear cautiously optimistic for 2026, according to a new study from Bank of America. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.
The US in brief: The last Walz
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
How Philanthropy Builds Legitimacy, Unity In Family Business Succession: Part One
The article notes that the families benefiting the most from philanthropic planning treat it as far more than about tax. This is the first half of a feature delving into the links between philanthropy and business succession.
Policy Changes Bring Renewed Focus on High-Deductible Health Plans
Policy changes, anticipated increases in premium costs for enrollees, and new standards for health savings accounts may encourage consumers to seek out plans with lower premiums but higher deductibles. This issue brief explores the features of bronze and catastrophic plans, coverage and costs, and the complicated choices consumers face.
Physicists found hidden order in violent proton collisions
Inside high-energy proton collisions, quarks and gluons briefly form a dense, boiling state before cooling into ordinary particles. Researchers expected this transition to change how disordered the system is, but LHC data tell a different story. A newly improved collision model matches experiments better than older ones and reveals that the “entropy” remains unchanged throughout the process. This unexpected result turns out to be a direct fingerprint of quantum mechanics at work.
A missing flash of light revealed a molecular secret
Scientists have found a way to see ultrafast molecular interactions inside liquids using an extreme laser technique once thought impossible for fluids. When they mixed nearly identical chemicals, one combination behaved strangely—producing less light and erasing a single harmonic signal altogether. Simulations revealed that a subtle molecular “handshake” was interfering with electron motion. The discovery shows that liquids can briefly organize in ways that dramatically change how electrons behave.
Maxwell Frost wants Congress briefed immediately on U.S. action in Venezuela — and whatever may come next
He castigated the Donald Trump administration for failing to notify Congress before taking military action to depose Nicolás Maduro.
Why old books smell so good, according to science | - The Times of India
Science News: The smell of an old book tends to surface before its title is read. It escapes as a cover is eased open or a stiff page lifted, settling briefly in th.
Mike Johnson calls Trump’s military action in Venezuela ‘decisive and justified’
Johnson said members of Congress will be briefed when they return to work next week.
Mike Johnson says Trump’s Venezuela attack justified; Troy Carter says it’s unconstitutional
Johnson said members of Congress will be briefed when they return to work next week.
Why Trump sent in troops to capture Maduro, briefly explained
Here’s how tensions escalated between the US and Venezuela before Saturday’s strikes.
How the ‘Stranger Things’ series finale turned the Upside Down ‘Rightside Up’
With a giant evil spider monster, mysterious briefcase and a whole lot of teary characters bidding adieu, “Stranger Things” has now become a thing of the past.
The top Charlotte business stories of 2025
Before we get too far into the new year, let’s take a brief moment to look back — this time at some of the top Charlotte-area business news of 2025. To do that, Tony Mecia of the Charlotte Ledger Business Newsletter joined our Marshall Terry for our segment BizWorthy.
Trump administration retreats in Newsom lawsuit over National Guard deployment
In a brief filing with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit on Tuesday, Justice Department lawyers said they no longer oppose lifting a partial administrative stay and formally withdrew their request to keep California National Guard under federal control while the appeal proceeds.
NW Bexar County business briefly closes after body found during search for missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos
A northwest Bexar County landscaping company is temporarily closed after a body was discovered on its property during the search for missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos.
Mel Robbins Podcast: w/ Dr. Katy Milkman on the Science of Change (Transcript)
Here is the full transcript of behavioral scientist Dr. Katy Milkman’s interview on The Mel Robbins Podcast, December 29, 2025. Brief Notes: In this empowering episode of the Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel sits down with
Madison musicians share heart health message after surviving cardiac events at same venue
The Brief
A quirky guide to myths and lore based in actual science
Folklorist/historian Adrienne Mayor on her new book Mythopedia: A Brief Compendium of Natural History Lore...
New Year, New Who?: Mass. politicos make their 2026 resolutions| Bay State Briefing
From a cross-section of Bay Staters, resolutions for 2026, and some wishes for the New Year.