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Olympians and scientists explain how machine-made snow makes ski racing faster and riskier

U.S. Olympic skiers and scientists explain the sharp differences between natural snow and machine-made snow, from the science to the rising risk of crashes.

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Feb 7 • 3:13 PM EST • Science • pbs.org
Super Bowl Sunday drives record sports betting, sparks concerns among lawmakers

Experts project more than $1.7 billion in legal wagers as lawmakers push for stronger regulations.

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Feb 7 • 1:19 PM EST • Sports • localnewslive.com
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Volcano Watch: New ‘Is Tephra Falling?’ citizen science tool launched in Hawaiʻi

Like the “Did You Feel It?” earthquake reporting tool helps make maps of areas affected by shaking, the new tool helps scientists map areas affected by tephra fallout; observations will be used to assess the character and size of the eruption plumes from Kīlauea volcano on the Big Island, along with the dispersal pattern of tephra fall.

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Feb 7 • 1:00 PM EST • Science • mauinow.com
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Former Kansas City Royals speedster Terrance Gore dies at age 34

Terrance Gore, one of the last major leaguers to make an impact solely with breathtaking speed died Feb. 6, after complications during surgery.

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Feb 7 • 12:41 PM EST • Sports • usatoday.com
Hollywood makes room for creators

Studios, agencies and awards shows are reorganizing for the creator era.

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Feb 7 • 11:55 AM EST • Entertainment • axios.com
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Trump says nuclear talks in Oman were 'very good,' claims Iran wants a deal 'very badly'

President Donald Trump says Iran "wants to make a deal very badly" after indirect nuclear talks mediated by Oman reportedly show diplomatic progress.

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Feb 7 • 9:21 AM EST • Politics • foxnews.com
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This tiny molecular trick makes spider silk almost unbreakable

Scientists have cracked a key mystery behind spider silk’s legendary strength and flexibility. They discovered that tiny molecular interactions act like natural glue, holding silk proteins together as they transform from liquid into incredibly tough fibers. This same process helps create silk that’s stronger than steel by weight and tougher than Kevlar.

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Feb 7 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Perrysburg teenager makes a business out of home organization

Sixteen-year-old Ellie Grieger is neat by nature. That’s both a spot-on description of her character and the name of her business, an enterprise that ...

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Feb 7 • 6:09 AM EST • Business • toledoblade.com
Democrats Had a Very Messy Week in Texas. Here’s What That Means for the Rest of the Country.

Yes, Democrats’ odds of winning a Senate seat in Texas are low, but Republicans look ready to make things interesting.

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Feb 7 • 5:45 AM EST • Politics • slate.com
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This is Missouri's first Super Bowl with legal sports gambling — even though the Chiefs aren't in it

Missouri's top gambling official expects "an uptick in bets" for the first Super Bowl since the state legalized sports betting. But the state won't likely make much in revenue from the bets.

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Feb 7 • 5:00 AM EST • Sports • missouribusinessalert.com
Why OpenAI’s Early Super Bowl Strategy Should Get Small Business Owners’ Attention

The campaign’s early rollouts reveal how human stories and unexpected use cases make AI feel practical, accessible, and worthwhile.

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Feb 7 • 5:00 AM EST • Business • inc.com
Glazers make huge bid for Indian Premier League teams

Manchester United’s owners, the Glazer family, are planning their next sports purchase.Deeply unpopularIn spite of Ineos and Sir Jim Ratcliffe buying a minority stake in the club and taking over con...

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Feb 7 • 3:40 AM EST • Sports • thepeoplesperson.com
Missouri lawmakers move to seize control of high school sports

Missouri lawmakers are moving to seize control of high school sports.

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Feb 6 • 10:59 PM EST • Sports • kctv5.com
‘I didn’t make a mistake’: Trump responds to racist video he posted of the Obamas
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'I didn't make a mistake' Trump says of post depicting Obamas as apes

"I look at a lot of, thousands, of things," Trump said of the video. "And I looked at the beginning of it, it was fine."

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Feb 6 • 8:17 PM EST • Politics • usatoday.com
"We just got to make sure he's healthy. He's getting …

"We just got to make sure he's healthy. He's getting …

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Feb 6 • 7:00 PM EST • Sports • hoopshype.com
"We just got to make sure he's healthy. He's getting …

"We just got to make sure he's healthy. He's getting …

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Trump touts plan to build a 'triumphal arc' in Washington

It marks another proposed project in a series of changes Trump is making or seeking to make to leave his physical mark on the nation’s capital

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Feb 6 • 6:11 PM EST • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
NotebookLM app adds slide and infographic customization

Google’s work to make the NotebookLM mobile app as full-featured as the website continues with Slide Deck and Infographic customization.

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Feb 6 • 5:57 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
James Uthmeier makes the case for Evan Power to win in CD 2

The Attorney General praised the job Power has done leading the state GOP.

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Feb 6 • 5:25 PM EST • Politics • floridapolitics.com
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Klint Kubiak can unleash Brock Bowers even more

Expected Las Vegas Raiders head coach has the creativity to make the tight end a true nightmare

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Feb 6 • 5:23 PM EST • Sports • silverandblackpride.com
Trump called Sen. Tim Scott after lawmaker condemned image of Obamas

President Trump called GOP Sen. Tim Scott after the South Carolina Republican publicly urged the president to remove a reposted video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.

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Feb 6 • 5:05 PM EST • Politics • cbsnews.com
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How fights over ICE funding are playing out on the Hill and in midterm races : The NPR Politics Podcast

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are running out of time to reach an agreement over funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which includes Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection. We discuss the state of negotiations, plus how calls to “abolish ICE” are playing out in congressional races.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and political reporter Elena Moore.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.

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Feb 6 • 4:27 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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Oversight chair Comer requests wide range of business documents from Ilhan Omar’s husband

The sharp valuation of two companies owned in part by the lawmaker’s husband, Tim Mynett, has led Trump to suggest Omar has committed fraud.

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Feb 6 • 3:15 PM EST • Business • minnpost.com
Experts Warn: The Dangerous Blur Between Science and Wellness in Mental Health Bestsellers

A marketplace where labels blur In many bookstores, titles rooted in clinical science sit inches from glossy self-help guides promising instant serenity. That proximity can make rigorous research look interchangeable with lifestyle advice, especially when everything shares the same bright displays. Readers encounter a single aisle labeled “psychology,” even when the content ranges from peer-reviewed evidence to spiritual rituals. The result is a subtle but pervasive blur, turning a complex health landscape into a grab-bag of mixed claims. Why the shelves can mislead Retail categories are built for convenience, not for methodological clarity or clinical accuracy. When “development personal” or “wellness” becomes the default bin, evidence-based psychology competes with coaching manifestos and mystical manuals. The visual language of covers—calming color palettes, confident subtitles, glowing endorsements—flattens the distinction between randomized trials and anecdotal wisdom. In that aesthetic harmony, a guide on cognitive behavioral therapy may appear no more “serious” than a book on moon manifestation. The stakes for readers and patients Confusion carries real risks, including delayed care when people self-treat serious symptoms with untested routines. Vulnerable readers—facing depression, trauma, or anxiety—may be swayed by charismatic voices over careful data. Some messages frame recovery as pure willpower, which can amplify shame when symptoms persist despite effort. Others overpromise universal solutions, ignoring cultural context, diagnostic nuance, and comorbidity. “Shelving is not neutral; it shapes beliefs, expectations, and choices.” What professionals and retailers are asking Clinicians and public-health experts argue for clear, readable signage that separates science-based mental health from broader wellness. Books by licensed psychiatrists or psychologists that cite peer-reviewed studies could be grouped under “Evidence-Based Mental Health.” Adjacent space might host reflective memoirs, coaching workbooks, or contemplative philosophy—valuable in their way, but clearly labeled as non-clinical guidance. Booksellers emphasize their dual role as cultural curators and commercial actors, noting they respond to demand while striving for quality standards. How clarity could look and feel The goal is not to police ideas, but to help readers navigate with confidence. Transparent categorization respects reader autonomy while lifting the signal of credible practice. Clear tags—such as “scientific references,” “clinical overview,” or “personal narrative”—can work like map legends, turning a maze into a route. And when a book blends modes, hybrid labels can acknowledge both insight and limitation. A practical checklist for choosing wisely Check the author’s credentials: clinical license, academic affiliation, or relevant training. Scan the references: citations to peer-reviewed journals or reputable guidelines. Look for scope limits: clear statements about who the book is and isn’t for, and when to seek care. Seek methods, not miracles: approaches tested across diverse groups, with measurable outcomes. Watch the language: be wary of absolute claims, stigmatizing tones, or one-size-fits-all promises. Cross-verify with trusted bodies: national psychology associations or public-health agencies. The publisher’s responsibility Publishers can raise the bar by standardizing disclosure on methods, sample sizes, and limitations. Editorial policies could require conflict-of-interest statements, transparent citations, and plain-language summaries of evidence. Marketing should avoid medicalized framing for books that lack clinical validation, even when sales incentives press for bold claims. When a manuscript mixes reflection with research, honest jacket copy can prevent false equivalence. Coexisting without confusion Wellness writing can offer genuine comfort, perspective, and daily habits that support well-being. Scientific texts can provide structured tools, validated therapies, and realistic expectations for progress. The aim is to let these strands coexist, while giving readers the navigational cues to tell them apart. With clearer shelves, informed labels, and modest design tweaks, we can protect reader trust—and keep the aisle both inviting and intelligent.

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Feb 6 • 3:13 PM EST • Science • iowaparkleader.com
Lawmakers consider tying threats to pets, domestic violence

'Abuse is abuse is abuse.'

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Feb 6 • 2:36 PM EST • Politics • floridapolitics.com
GOP Ignoring Rise in Health-Care Costs Won’t Make It Go Away

As Republicans fail to address rising Obamacare premium costs for 20 million Americans, it’s becoming a more and more potent midterms issue.

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Feb 6 • 2:35 PM EST • Health • nymag.com
Exclusive | Justice Department Casts Wide Net on Netflix’s Business Practices in Merger Probe

As it probes bids for Warner, the department is asking if the streamer has engaged in conduct that could make it a monopoly.

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Feb 6 • 2:30 PM EST • Business • wsj.com
Joby Aviation becomes newest partner of Sharks Sports & Entertainment

Sharks Sports & Entertainment (SSE) announced today a partnership that makes Joby Aviation a proud partner of the San Jose Sharks and naming partner on the new Reimagination Studio. As part of the collaboration, Sharks Sports & Entertainment will work exclusively with Joby Aviation to explore vertiport development in the

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Feb 6 • 1:00 PM EST • Sports • nhl.com
Joby Aviation becomes newest partner of Sharks Sports & Entertainment

Sharks Sports & Entertainment (SSE) announced today a partnership that makes Joby Aviation a proud partner of the San Jose Sharks and naming partner on the new Reimagination Studio. As part of the collaboration, Sharks Sports & Entertainment will work exclusively with Joby Aviation to explore vertiport development in the

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Feb 6 • 1:00 PM EST • Entertainment • nhl.com
Top Doctor Calls BS on Trump’s Health Claims: ‘Makes No Sense’

A top cardiac expert questioned the health regimen of the frequently bruised and cankle-stricken president.

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Feb 6 • 12:33 PM EST • Health • thedailybeast.com
Congress rebuffs Trump’s $33B in cuts to health, human services

Congress approved the first public health funding bill in Trump's second term. In it, lawmakers largely rejected his proposed spending cuts.

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Feb 6 • 12:24 PM EST • Health • ctmirror.org
‘I loved thinking about how to make science possible for America and for the world’

'I loved thinking about how to make science possible for America and for the world'

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Feb 6 • 11:55 AM EST • Science • spacenews.com
College basketball power rankings: Darryn Peterson's resurgence sparks Kansas' revival

Illinois also makes a major move up to No. 3 as it rides a 12-game winning streak into the weekend

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Feb 6 • 11:24 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Star of 'Southern Charm' to share small business tips with Iowans

A reality TV show star and entrepreneur will make two appearances in Iowa next week. Craig Conover is a founding cast member on “Southern Charm,” which launched on Bravo in 2013, following the lives of several young professionals in Charleston, South Carolina. Conover says he’s thrilled to be making his first trip to Iowa for […]

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Feb 6 • 9:56 AM EST • Business • radioiowa.com
FIS aims to quash penis-enlargement sideshow, but science makes sense

World skiing's governing body has moved swiftly to quash talk of ski jumpers injecting their penises with paraffin or hyaluronic acid to gain a competitive edge, but scientists and ski jumpers at the Winter Olympics say if true it would make perfect sense.

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Feb 6 • 8:12 AM EST • Science • reuters.com
Conor McGregor business partner makes bold claim about UFC star’s condition in training

McGregor, who has not competed since 2021, is desperate to return on the planned White House fight card

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Feb 6 • 8:08 AM EST • Business • independent.co.uk
Super Bowl halftime performers who got political way before Bad Bunny

History tells us that those who take the biggest stage in US sports have not shied away from using it as an opportunity to make a statement.

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Feb 6 • 8:00 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Jeep maker Stellantis announces a ‘reset’ of its business and massive charges. Shares crumble

Stellantis, the owner of Jeep and Chrysler, announced a “reset” of its business after its enormous investments in electric vehicles failed to pay off .

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Feb 6 • 7:41 AM EST • Business • cnn.com
Live updates: The latest on the Trump administration as US-Iran talks are underway in Oman

Nuclear talks between the US and Iran are underway in Oman. Meanwhile, lawmakers remain sharply divided over DHS and ICE funding. Follow for live news updates.

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Feb 6 • 7:11 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
Santikos makes big Super Bowl moves

"What does this mean? Are y’all closing all locations?" one customer asked.

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Feb 6 • 7:07 AM EST • Entertainment • mysanantonio.com
Steelers mock draft update ahead of the Super Bowl

In this pre-Super Bowl Steelers mock draft we make some big changes including passing on a quarterback completely.

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Feb 6 • 6:15 AM EST • Sports • steelerswire.usatoday.com
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Kaiser workers launch war against AI, protesting potential job losses and patient harm

From anxiety about job loss to data privacy, mental health workers, lawmakers and labor unions are trying to mitigate AI's risks as healthcare providers double down on the technology.

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Feb 6 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • latimes.com
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Steps Onto a Wider Stage

The progressive lawmaker is taking a larger role in Democratic politics, supporting moderate candidates and helping drive the party’s economic message. Now she is planning a major trip abroad.

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Feb 6 • 5:02 AM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
KFF Tracking Poll on Health Information and Trust: Trust in the CDC and Views of Federal Childhood Vaccine Schedule Changes

Weeks after the Trump administration reduced the number of childhood vaccine recommended for routine use, public trust in the CDC is at its lowest since the COVID-19 pandemic, and less than half are confident in federal agencies' ability to make such recommendations. Among those who have heard about the revised recommendations, more say they expect the changes to have a negative impact than a positive one on children’s health.

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Deacon Sports Xtra: Giving Back: Antwan Scott Helping Make an Impact in his Community - Wake Forest University Athletics

Demon Deacons men's basketball alum Antwan Scott's Eight Way Center continues to assist children in New Bern.

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Feb 6 • 3:05 AM EST • Sports • godeacs.com
Local spray tan business NudeFX expands to Midlo for third location

“I thought some of our suburban girls maybe don’t want to cross the river and come to our city location,” she said. “We want to make it a little bit easier for clients to come see us.”

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Feb 6 • 2:02 AM EST • Business • richmondbizsense.com
Eagles’ Jordan Mailata makes ‘heartbroken’ admission on Jeff Stoutland exit

Eagles LT Jordan Mailata admitted he's 'heartbroken' over OL coach and run game coordinator Jeff Stoutland's departure.

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Feb 6 • 1:44 AM EST • Sports • clutchpoints.com
Slotkin, Houlahan refuse to sit for DOJ interviews over ‘illegal orders’ video

Two Democratic lawmakers – Sen. Elissa Slotkin of Michigan and Rep. Chrissy Houlahan of Pennsylvania – said Thursday they will not sit for interviews with the Justice Department related to their involvement in a video urging service members to disobey illegal orders.

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Feb 6 • 1:05 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Lawmakers Say They Will Not Cooperate With Inquiry Into Illegal Orders Video

The Justice Department investigation was an escalation in the administration’s response to a video that President Trump said was “punishable by death.”

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Feb 5 • 7:08 PM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
‘OPB Politics Now’: Lawmakers begin Salem session, plus the politics surrounding Portland’s ICE building

The 35-day session is off to a rollicking start.

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Feb 5 • 6:19 PM EST • Politics • opb.org
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Lawmakers approve $10M for western Wisconsin mental health and treatment facility

Wisconsin lawmakers have released $10 million to help construct a new mental health and substance abuse treatment center in western Wisconsin.

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Feb 5 • 5:49 PM EST • Health • wpr.org
DC Wrap: Dems make DHS demands; nuclear treaty expires; Bessent defends tariffs

A look at the day's biggest stories in national politics

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Feb 5 • 5:10 PM EST • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
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Georgia politics roundup: Legislative session update, how 2026 midterm elections are shaping up

In Washington, resignations and retirements are leaving four Republican-held U.S. House seats in Georgia up for grabs this year. This all comes as local state lawmakers in Georgia are convening for the 2026 legislative session. On Thursday’s “Closer Look,” WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali returned to talk about the latest news from Georgia State Capitol.

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Feb 5 • 4:25 PM EST • Politics • wabe.org
Tim Cook Teases Plans for Apple's Upcoming 50th Anniversary

Apple turns 50 this year, and its CEO Tim Cook has promised to celebrate the milestone. The big day falls on April 1, 2026. "I've been unusually reflective lately about Apple because we have been working on what do we do to mark this moment," Cook told employees today, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. "When you really stop and pause and think about the last 50 years, it makes your heart sing. It really does. I promise some celebration".

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Feb 5 • 3:54 PM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Inaugural ASU–Science Prize winners use AI to help farmers, trafficking victims

From continent-spanning satellite imagery to distributed criminal networks hiding online, some of our most intractable challenges are buried within mountains of data. Two researchers are using artificial intelligence to make sense of such complexity and turn overwhelming datasets into practical solutions.

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Feb 5 • 2:30 PM EST • Science • news.asu.edu
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At a Bonobo’s ‘Tea Party,’ Scientists Find Hints of Imagination

By playing pretend with an ape, scientists found a human hallmark in our closest living relative: the capacity for make-believe.

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Feb 5 • 2:00 PM EST • Science • nytimes.com
7 ways to make sporting events more affordable for families

Many of our local teams provide unique offerings to ensure that families aren't priced out of the live game experience. Here are seven of our favorites.

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Feb 5 • 1:40 PM EST • Sports • ksl.comhttps
Sun Life U.S. and DentaQuest Health Access Hero Awards now accepting applications and nominations

The Health Access Hero Awards application and nomination process is now open for 2026 grants and individual recognitions. Each year, Sun Life U.S. and DentaQuest, part of Sun Life's dental business, recognize organizations and change-makers strengthening their communities with programs that increase access to care and improve health outcomes. The Health Access Hero Awards focus on education, awareness, treatment and support services for oral health and diabetes. Grant recipients range from hospi

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Feb 5 • 11:30 AM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
Square Enix Will 'Share More Updates Than Ever Before' on Final Fantasy 7 Remake Project This Year, Says Director

Square Enix is planning to "share more updates than ever before" on its Final Fantasy 7 Remake project this year, according to game director Naoki Hamaguchi.

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Feb 5 • 11:28 AM EST • Technology • ign.com
ICYMI: NFIB Members Meet with South Dakota Lawmakers on Small Business Day

Small Business Day is an opportunity for small business owners to engage with South Dakota lawmakers

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Feb 5 • 11:12 AM EST • Business • nfib.com
Trump Strips Job Protections From Thousands of Federal Workers

The policy change makes it easier for the president to discipline or remove up to 50,000 employees, another push in the administration’s campaign to reshape the federal work force.

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Feb 5 • 11:01 AM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
Frozen on the Ice: The Brain Science Behind Perfect Olympic Timing

Research from Carnegie Mellon University helps explain why that split-second pause happens and how the brain controls it, offering insight not only into elite athletic performance, but also how people make everyday decisions when the outcome isn’t clear.

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Feb 5 • 9:55 AM EST • Science • cmu.edu
How well can AI and humans work together? Scientists are turning to Dungeons & Dragons to find out

D&D is being used as a benchmark to see how well models can make long-term plans, adhere to rules and strategize with a team.

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Feb 5 • 9:45 AM EST • Science • livescience.com
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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.

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Feb 5 • 7:05 AM EST • Sports • npr.org
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Bankers are considering AI's impact on a business when making loans

They’re more reluctant to make loans to companies whose industries are likely to be disrupted by AI.

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Feb 5 • 7:00 AM EST • Business • marketplace.org
SD committee supports health care provider conscience exemption bill

Health care providers would be able to refuse to perform services for patients under a bill South Dakota lawmakers endorsed on Thursday at the Capitol in Pierre.

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Feb 5 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • southdakotasearchlight.com
Entertainment for everyone

Several performers, marking notable album anniversaries this year, lead the entertainment highlights set for local and regional entertainment over the next two weeks. Rock band Tommy James and The Sho...

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Feb 5 • 7:00 AM EST • Entertainment • tnonline.com
International science cooperation must go on, say research leaders

Science leaders in Europe and Canada say international cooperation must go on amid geopolitical turmoil. At the same time, Europe and like-minded countries should continue to enhance and diversify international partnerships, a Science|Business conference hears. Hugh Brady, president of Imperial College London, told delegates that Europe’s response to the current geopolitical climate should be to “diversify in terms of research partnerships and build resilience and scale into our own system.”A first priority should be for the EU to sort out the scope of the upcoming European Competitiveness Fund and ensure that, together with the next iteration of Horizon Europe, it can drive the development and scale up of new technologies. The EU and the countries associated to the Horizon Europe programme represent “the world's most successful research innovation ecosystem,” Brady said. In order to mitigate the negative effects of shifting geopolitics, the EU together with the UK, Switzerland, Canada, South Korea and others should talk about “building resilience” and address their own “regional needs,” he added. Responding to TrumpUnder Donald Trump’s leadership, the US government has slashed science budgets and shut down international research programmes. Nearly 8,000 grants at the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation have been frozen or terminated. Courts have overturned most of these cancellations, but the disruption caused remains significant. While Europe may persuade a few thousand disgruntled scientists to move across the ocean to work on topics that have been de-funded in the US, it’s unclear what should happen next with transatlantic scientific cooperation more broadly.“Now is the time for us to show [US researchers] our support as much as we can,” Brady said.The European Research Council (ERC), the EU’s basic science funder, has seen a surge in applicants from the US. According its latest data, US-based researchers submitted 347 proposals to the last three big funding rounds, up from 158 in the previous set of calls. The European Commission has also launched a €22.5 million pilot call in 2025 for the Marie Skłodowska Curie Actions, the EU’s researcher training scheme. It plans to extend this support with a €51.25 million call in 2027 as part of the Choose Europe initiative, which is intended to make the continent a more attractive place to pursue a career in research. Related articlesData corner: US researchers are choosing EuropeEU-India deal highlights growing alignment on technology policyMeanwhile, in the private non-profit sector, the Volkswagen Foundation is experimenting with a new type of grant that would allow US researchers to split their time between the US and Germany. While these schemes are useful, Europe should not bet on an exodus of scientists from the US. “The idea that we might all see them flocking over to Europe is naïve and counterproductive,” said Maria Leptin, president of the ERC, also speaking at the Science|Business conference on February 5. “We need research in the US to be as healthy as possible. I really admire those who are staying there with a will to fight and an optimism that the world will turn into a better place again,” Leptin said. Preserving dataDespite political disruption, academics have found ways to continue cooperating and sharing research data. Leslie Weir, president of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions and Canada’s national librarian, said the US cuts have raised concerns about research data security, after ideologically sensitive databases were limited or deleted by the Trump administration. But international organisations teamed up to ensure that the data is not lost. “It's interesting to see that researchers and libraries across North America are collaborating to make sure that data at risk is duplicated elsewhere outside [the US],” Weir said.

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Feb 5 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencebusiness.net
Memphis People in Business for Feb. 5, 2026

A look at promotions, hirings, movers and newsmakers in the Memphis area business scene.

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Feb 5 • 6:01 AM EST • Business • commercialappeal.com
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Education, Entertainment Makes for Successful Second Annual Kids Day Game

Last Thursday, Valparaiso University and Valpo Athletics welcomed 500 fifth-graders from Valparaiso Community Schools to campus for the second annual women's basketball Kids Day game.

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Feb 5 • 6:00 AM EST • Entertainment • valpoathletics.com
Review | A famous director, a talented cast and a ‘Dracula’ that is endlessly bad

Luc Besson is the latest filmmaker to take on a horror classic and lose his way in the dark.

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Feb 5 • 5:00 AM EST • Entertainment • washingtonpost.com
Exclusive | Trump Administration to Make It Easier to Fire 50,000 Federal Workers

A rule expected to be completed on Thursday would create a government-employee category that offers fewer job protections.

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Feb 5 • 5:00 AM EST • Politics • wsj.com
The Southern Group makes a key addition in the Keys

'Her knowledge of Monroe County, its people, its issues, and its politics is unmatched.'

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Feb 5 • 4:15 AM EST • Politics • floridapolitics.com
US man shares clever AirTag trick that Apple never explains when you buy it

US tech creator reveals a simple AirTag setup trick Apple doesn’t explain, plus a small habit that makes trackers far more useful day to day

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Feb 5 • 1:47 AM EST • Technology • supercarblondie.com
Patricio Pacifico’s agent reveals how Barcelona can make transfer permanent

The defender has joined on loan but the deal can be made permanent.

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Feb 4 • 11:00 PM EST • Sports • barcablaugranes.com
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.

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Feb 4 • 9:28 PM EST • Politics • michiganpublic.org
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Early woes plague Spartans again, upset at Minnesota

Another horrific start killed the Spartans on Wednesday, and a late run couldn't make up for it this time, falling to Minnesota.

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Feb 4 • 9:25 PM EST • Sports • spartanswire.usatoday.com
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Most Preventable Cancers Are Linked to Just Two Lifestyle Habits

We have the power to make great change.

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Feb 4 • 8:43 PM EST • Science • sciencealert.com
Hollywood and Washington converge as celebrities, lawmakers speak out on grievances

This last week has demonstrated, once again, that politics and pop culture are deeply intertwined.

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Feb 4 • 7:08 PM EST • Politics • foxbaltimore.com
Top lawmakers review whistleblower complaint against Tulsi Gabbard
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Feb 4 • 6:05 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Lawmakers talk safety standards for autonomous vehicles

Representatives from Waymo and Tesla testified on Wednesday.

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Feb 4 • 4:26 PM EST • Politics • baynews9.com
Anthony Davis trade grades: Mavericks, Wizards both make questionable decisions in deadline puzzler

The Wizards and Mavericks made one of the most surprising trades in recent deadline memory

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Feb 4 • 3:17 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Whistleblower complaint centers on sharing of classified intelligence and reporting of a potential crime, watchdog says

A complaint filed last year by a US intelligence community whistleblower that is now being scrutinized by lawmakers includes claims that the distribution of a highly classified intelligence report had been “restricted for political purposes” and that an intelligence agency lawyer had failed to report a potential crime to the Justice Department, a government watchdog told lawmakers earlier this week.

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Feb 4 • 3:01 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Will Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo this week? Experts make final predictions

CBS Sports experts are answering the biggest question of the 2026 NBA trade deadline as the clock ticks

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Feb 4 • 2:43 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Supreme Court lets California use congressional map that favors Dems

In a move that will make it harder for the GOP to keep control of Congress, the Supreme Court said the state can use a congressional map that favors Democrats.

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Feb 4 • 1:56 PM EST • Politics • usatoday.com
US Health Secretary in Nashville to discuss healthy living with lawmakers

Sec. Kennedy’s visit is part of his ‘Take Back Your Health’ campaign.

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Feb 4 • 11:55 AM EST • Health • wsmv.com
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.

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Feb 4 • 11:52 AM EST • Politics • wxxinews.org
'Let a thousand flowers bloom': Jensen Huang says demanding ROI from AI is like forcing a child to make a business plan for a hobby

You don't ask your kids to prove to you how they're going to make money for you, Huang said. "We never do that at home. But we do it at work."

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Feb 4 • 11:49 AM EST • Business • fortune.com
Former Sitka lawmaker is 3rd Democrat to enter governor’s race

Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins is the 16th candidate to enter the Alaska governor’s race.

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Feb 4 • 11:34 AM EST • Politics • adn.com
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How Cost Pressures And Loan Constraints Are Reshaping Small Business Decisions

Rising operating costs and tighter access to small business loans are reshaping how owners make decisions in 2025.

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Feb 4 • 11:30 AM EST • Business • entrepreneur.com
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The Murder of The Washington Post

Today’s layoffs are the latest attempt to kill what makes the paper special.

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Feb 4 • 10:00 AM EST • Politics • theatlantic.com
FBI Couldn’t Get into WaPo Reporter’s iPhone Because It Had Lockdown Mode Enabled

Lockdown Mode is a sometimes overlooked feature of Apple devices that broadly make them harder to hack. A court record indicates the feature might be effective at stopping third parties unlocking someone's device. At least for now.

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Feb 4 • 9:05 AM EST • Technology • 404media.co
Maine GOP calls for tax cuts, not checks

Last week in her final State of the State Address, Mills, a Democrat running for the U.S. Senate, laid out what she called her “affordability agenda.” That includes $300 checks to about 725,000 Mainers who make less than $75,000 a year.

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Feb 4 • 8:44 AM EST • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
Trump’s environmental rollbacks contradict RFK’s healthy America promise, report finds

Dismantling rules will make children vulnerable to chronic diseases ‘make America healthy again’ wants to eradicate

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Feb 4 • 7:30 AM EST • Health • theguardian.com
How the Trump Administration’s Embrace of Oil, Gas, and Chemical Industry Interests Will Endanger Children’s Health

The Trump administration’s actions to eliminate lifesaving environmental protections would allow corporate polluters to emit more toxins and chemicals, exposing more than 2 million kids to pollutants that increase the likelihood of lifelong health concerns—such as asthma, autism, ADHD, and cancer—while undercutting the administration’s own “Make America Healthy Again” agenda.

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Feb 4 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • americanprogress.org
Nintendo Switch becomes gaming giant's best-selling console in history

The Super Mario maker said 155 million units of the console have now been sold overall.

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Feb 4 • 6:51 AM EST • Technology • bbc.com
Opinion | How Trump can buy some global climate sanity for less than $2 million

The IPCC’s rigor keeps a lid on alarmism. The U.S. is needed to make sure that doesn’t change.

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Feb 4 • 6:15 AM EST • Science • washingtonpost.com
The mystery Fallout Season 2 countdown on Amazon's website revealed a remaster of sorts, but it's not a remake of New Vegas

Fallout Season 2 is now over, and its mystery countdown on an interactive site revealed no new games or remasters, but fans got a nice little extra.

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Feb 4 • 5:15 AM EST • Technology • eurogamer.net
Commanders make surprising choice in new NFL mock draft

The Commanders are betting big on potential in this new mock draft.

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Feb 4 • 3:01 AM EST • Sports • commanderswire.usatoday.com
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