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The first Emily Henry rom-com adaptation, Tom Hiddleston returning to “The Night Manager”, and the Golden Globes top this week's Must List
"All Out" on Broadway and "Marayrasu: Stories" round out our picks for the weekend of Jan. 9.
Inside Helena Moreno’s 100-day plan to improve New Orleans: ‘24/7 mayor’
After a three-month transition period marred by a double-barreled budget crisis, the mayor-elect said she'll be moving fast in the next three months. She’ll start by turning on the lights.
Healthy Returns: What to expect from pharma at the JPM conference
At the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference, drugmakers are expected to roll out key business and drug pipeline updates and splashy M&A deals.
Whole Hog Politics: Minnesota goes from Democratic debacle to GOP angst
A week ago, it looked like Minnesota Democrats had stumbled into a scandal that might cost their party any chance to win back the U.S. Senate and at the very least turn a safe gubernatorial...
A Look At Elevance Health (ELV) Valuation After Recent Analyst Upgrades And Long Term Growth Optimism
Multiple analyst upgrades, led by Wolfe Research and Wells Fargo, have pushed Elevance Health (ELV) into focus as investors weigh the company’s Medicare Advantage and Medicaid exposure against expectations for earnings to bottom in 2026. See our latest analysis for Elevance Health. The recent Wolfe Research and Wells Fargo upgrades came on top of a strong run, with Elevance Health’s 30 day share price return of 13.63% and 90 day share price return of 6.09%. At the same time, the 1 year total...
How business AI can return humanity’s most precious resource
Business AI will ultimately free up time. Organizations now deploy AI for end-to-end work and in operations allowing scaling without expanding headcounts.
Moorestown Mall entertainment center in dispute with builder
A Runnemede firm hired to turn a Moorestown Mall site into a family entertainment center called Parky's claims that ownership owes more than $500,000.
Whole Hog Politics: Minnesota goes from Democratic debacle to GOP angst
A week ago, it looked like Minnesota Democrats had stumbled into a scandal that might cost their party any chance to win back the U.S. Senate and at the very least turn a safe gubernatorial race in…
Al Michaels to return to Prime Video for 2026
Prime Video management confirmed to SBJ late Thursday night that Al Michaels will return to call games for Prime Video for the 2026 NFL season.
Review: ‘The Notebook: The Musical’ isn’t transcendent, but it locates some wisdom in its transformation to the stage
The musical adaptation of "The Notebook," Nicholas Sparks' romantic novel that was turned into a 2004 film starring Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams, undergoes some transformation at the Hollywood Pantages.
What to watch in a big week for Kansas politics as lawmakers return
It's a big week in Kansas politics. The Legislature reconvenes, Laura Kelly gives her last State of the State and the Supreme Court hears a big case.
Winter weather puts Bundesliga matches in doubt
The Bundesliga is set to return from a three-week winter break this weekend, but severe weather conditions in Germany has raised questions about whether all matches will go ahead as planned, with heav...
A New Year of Working Together to Advance Health in America
Congress returned to Washington this week with a full plate of issues to contend with in the short term as it defines its legislative agenda for the remainder of 2026.
Penguins Star Shares Special Message For Pittsburgh Fans, Steelers
The Pittsburgh Penguins stayed hot on Thursday, notching their sixth straight win with a 4-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils at PPG Paints Arena. The Penguins got a boost from Evgeni Malkin, who returned from an upper-body injury after missing over a month. Malkin scored in his first game since Dec. 4, notching his […]
Miami finally returns to national elite after more than two decades adrift
Mario Cristobal used lessons learned from Jimmy Johnson and Nick Saban to get Miami Hurricanes back to playing for a national championship.
Transfer portal tracker: QB Demond Williams says he's returning to Washington
These Are the Most Head-Turning TVs of CES 2026
From giant micro-LED screens to ultra-slim OLEDs, these are the TVs I'm most looking forward to this year.
Blacksburg High School student’s bird research ranks him semifinalist in prestigious science contest
A Blacksburg High School student was recently placed as one of the top 300 science students in the country, his award-winning research fueled by a longtime hobby turned career passion.
Louisville Defeats Miami 77-68
Louisville did not look sharp in the first half and were down 2 at halftime. However in the second half a totally different showed up on the floor. The Cards turned up the heat offensively and defensively which led to them outscoring Miami 27-12 in the third quarter. In the fourth quarter Miami cut the […]
The Many Faces of Trump: What We Saw When We Interviewed the President
During an extensive sit-down with The New York Times, President Trump showcased the various personas he employs in his role. There were unpredictable turns throughout.
New Year, Same Health Fight
Congress returned from its break facing a familiar question: whether to extend the expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act health plans that expired at the end of 2025. Meanwhile, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. broke a promise to Bill Cassidy, the chairman of Senate health committee, by overhauling the federal government’s childhood vaccine schedule to reduce the number of diseases for which vaccines will be recommended. Sarah Karlin-Smith of Pink Sheet, Alice Miranda Ollstein of Politico, and Lauren Weber of The Washington Post join KFF Health News’ Julie Rovner to discuss those stories and more.
A Look At AMC Entertainment (AMC) Valuation After Stranger Things Finale Partnership With Netflix
AMC Entertainment Holdings (AMC) is back in focus after its Netflix Stranger Things finale event pulled in more than 753,000 attendees across 231 theatres and generated over US$15 million in food and beverage sales. See our latest analysis for AMC Entertainment Holdings. The Stranger Things finale tie up comes after a choppy stretch for AMC, with a 30 day share price return of 34.48% decline at a last close of US$1.52 and a 1 year total shareholder return of 61.52% loss. This suggests recent...
Boise State has a guard problem
Through 16 games, the Boise State Broncos have maintained their status quo on the defensive end of the floor. They have the No. 26-ranked defensive effciency with the nation’s second-highest defensive rebound rate (77.1). While they don’t typically force a ton of turnovers, Leon Rice’s squads have typically been among the sound units defensively in […]
Google pushing Gemini into Gmail, but you can turn it off
: Love Google AI Overviews? Now they're in your inbox
NASA cancels spacewalk and considers early crew return from ISS due to medical issues
NASA is considering the early return of Crew-11 from the International Space Station after an unidentified astronaut experienced a medical problem.
Packers Get Head-Turning Prediction Heading Into Showdown With Bears
The Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears are set for a rivalry showdown in the Wild Card round of the playoffs.
Creators of beloved Netflix show on potential return: ‘Never say never’
.The iconic show's finale was released on New Year's Eve.
How the Sphere Morphed Into an Interactive Lego Death Star
Lego and Lucasfilm turned the Las Vegas landmark into the Death Star, letting visitors get into a full-size Lego X-Wing to try and tackle the trench run.
IRS will accept 2025 tax returns starting January 26
If you’re hoping to file your 2025 federal income tax return as soon as possible, the first day the IRS will start accepting returns is January, 26, the agency said on Thursday.
Cheesehead Invitational returns to Kaukauna with nationally ranked teams
PrepXtra has info on the Cheesehead wrestling invite, plus Dulas chooses Marquette and Appleton West looks to switch conferences.
WellSpan Health Announces Comprehensive Migration of Technology Portfolio to AWS
Add to FavoritesWellSpan Health, the leading health care system serving Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland, today announced plans for a comprehensive cloud migration of its full technology infrastructure. Together with Amazon Web Services (AWS) as its preferred cloud provider, WellSpan will transition its applications, data and environments from traditional data centers to AWS. This migration will establish the foundation for delivering next-generation, AI-enabled health care solutions that reduce administrative burden and improve outcomes for patients across the region and beyond. Supercharging Innovation, Efficiency and Patient Outcomes WellSpan's migration of systems and clinical applications, which serve 1.2 million patients across nine hospitals and 250+ facilities, is expected to be complete by April 2026, one of the fastest full-scale migrations in the health care industry. This transformation enables WellSpan to unify disparate data systems for care teams and patients alike, achieving operational efficiencies and care improvements that fragmented systems are unable to deliver. “Our comprehensive migration to the cloud accelerates our ability to deploy new clinical capabilities that transform patient care while advancing our overall innovation strategy,” said Roxanna Gapstur, Ph.D., R.N., president and CEO, WellSpan Health. “When a physician can access complete patient imaging in seconds instead of hours, we're not just modernizing technology—we're improving patient outcomes. Our new cloud infrastructure also enables us to quickly implement solutions that will free our clinicians from thousands of hours of administrative work annually so they can focus on what they do best: caring for our communities.” The transition allows WellSpan to move away from a data center-based model and enables the rapid deployment and scale of AI technology. WellSpan’s strategic partner, General Catalyst’s Health Assurance Transformation Company (HATCo), facilitated the collaboration with AWS to support the migration. WellSpan’s transformation journey benefits from HATCo’s specialized technology solutions, as well as General Catalyst and AWS’s significant partnership to improve patient outcomes, which was announced in January 2025. “Our decision to go all-in on AWS will enable insights and innovations impossible in traditional siloed environments,” said Kasey Paulus, executive vice president and chief operating officer, WellSpan Health. “This is the largest health care technology transformation in our region's history, and it positions WellSpan to be a premier partner for technology leaders across the country.” “WellSpan is building a foundation with AWS that will improve care and outcomes for patients across their health system by bringing data together into standardized formats that are optimized for AI applications,” said Dan Sheeran, vice president and general manager, Healthcare and Life Science, AWS. “To do this, it is essential to have the most secure and compliant cloud when handling patient data, along with AWS’s built-in AI governance and responsible AI frameworks that follow the industry’s highest standards to protect patient information. We look forward to continuing to work alongside WellSpan as they unlock the cloud and AI’s full potential to deliver exceptional care to their patients.” Key Benefits of the AWS Collaboration Full Portfolio Migration: WellSpan will transition its applications and data from on-premises data centers to AWS, including full IT environments and specialized applications for functions such as nursing, cardiology, pharmacy and the company’s supply chain systems. This represents approximately 7.5 petabytes of clinical and non-clinical data and more than 300 applications—the most comprehensive health system cloud migration in the Mid-Atlantic region. Approved Architectures: AWS will deliver secure, WellSpan-specific architectures tailored to each build, ensuring compliance and reliability across the health system. Unified, AI-Ready Data: Migrating to AWS enables WellSpan to harmonize data across separate systems, transforming unstructured clinical notes and multi-modal datasets into standardized, AI-ready formats. Accelerated Results and Improved Outcomes: Automated data normalization and processing will enable the deployment of applications that reduce turnaround times for items such as analyzing medical imaging or patient records from days to minutes, helping clinicians get patient results faster and improving overall health outcomes. Reduced Administrative Burden: The transition to AWS will enable swift deployment of AI-powered solutions that reclaim thousands of hours for WellSpan’s clinical and corporate teams, allowing them to focus on patient care rather than paperwork. Elastic Infrastructure: Cloud architecture will enable WellSpan to scale computing resources dynamically, supporting seasonal demand fluctuations without infrastructure investments, as well as the rapid deployment of new services across multiple locations simultaneously. Most Secure, Compliant Cloud: AWS offers the highest network availability of any cloud provider, with more than 166 HIPAA-eligible services and certifications for global compliance standards, including HITRUST CSF. Built-in AI governance and responsible AI frameworks ensure that WellSpan’s data is protected under the industry’s most rigorous standards. Tags:News releaseInnovation and partnerships
Xbox’s Developer Direct returns on January 22nd with Fable and Forza Horizon 6 gameplay
The new installments in two of Microsoft’s biggest Xbox franchises are releasing this year.
Developer_Direct Returns January 22: Watch Fable, Forza Horizon 6, and Beast of Reincarnation Gameplay, Direct from the Studios
We're kicking off 2026 with the fourth installment of Developer_Direct on January 22 – bringing you new gameplay and insights for Fable, Forza Horizon 6, and Beast of Reincarnation.
Government to U-turn over business rates for pubs
The hospitality industry had called for a rethink of planned changes to the way the tax based on property is calculated.
A Leading Business Writer Says Luck is Important, But This Matters Even More
Sure, it's great to be lucky... but what really matters is your return on luck.
Interplanetary science needs a commercial backbone
Interplanetary science needs a commercial backbone
Colts DeForest Buckner indicates he’ll return in 2026 despite neck injury
Having missed seven games in 2025 due to a neck injury that he reaggravated in a one-game return that led to surgery, DeForest Buckner has quieted the questions of whether he might retire from the NFL with one year left on his current deal with the Colts.
‘The Pitt’ Asks: Is TV Better in Small Doses?
The hospital drama has become the champion of a return to old-fashioned weekly viewing habits. But honestly, it makes a pretty great binge watch.
AC MILAN v GENOA: MATCH PREVIEW
After the win in Cagliari, the Rossoneri return to action for Matchday 19 of the 2025/26 Serie A season, the final round of the first half of the campaign. AC Milan v Genoa is an important fixture for...
Meltwater Turns Iceberg A-23A Blue
After a four-decade run, the massive, waterlogged berg is leaking meltwater and on the verge of disintegrating.
Stranger Things' Duffer Brothers Address Show's Possible Return Amid "Conformity Gate" Episode Theory
Stranger Things creators Ross Duffer and Matt Duffer shared whether they plan to continue building on the original story amid rumors that Netflix was releasing a secret ninth episode on Jan. 7.
All the Head-Turning Security Tech I Saw at CES 2026
CES brought a crowd of security companies all trying to impress with new cameras, sensors and locks. However, what really caught my attention is...
Wethersfield woman’s bonnet business made her an early female entrepreneur
While Danbury is known as the Hat City of the World, Wethersfield has its own claim to headwear fame through a woman who turned local grass into a thriving bonnet business.
Less than two years after stopping obesity drugs, weight and health issues return, study finds
When patients stop taking weight-loss medications, the beneficial effects of the drugs on weight and other health issues disappear within two years, a large analysis of earlier research has found.
Stopping obesity drugs means people regain weight and lose heart health benefits
Why the weight, and heart risks, return after stopping GLP-1 drugs.
These Are the Coolest Laptops We've Seen at CES 2026
Laptops this year will get new processors, but many computer makers are turning back the clock with designs that are easier to repair and upgrade.
Cubs trade for Marlins starter Edward Cabrera after career-best season
Edward Cabrera turned in the best season of his career in 2025, when he posted a 3.53 ERA and a walk rate of just 8.3%.
Analysis: A Keegan-like thriller
It is a scoreline so often associated with Kevin Keegan. Who could forget that chaotic game at Anfield in 1996 when Stan Collymore struck late for Liverpool to break Newcastle hearts? This time, however, Newcastle were toasting a quite remarkable victory following a late turnaround of their own.
St. Pete business owner's hobby turns into new chapter for Art Stone Co.
A St. Petersburg business owner's hobby turned into an unexpected opportunity.
Edward Cabrera trade grades: Cubs ace deal for starter, Marlins return a little light
Three prospects, including Owen Caissie, are headed back to Miami
Edward Cabrera trade: Where do Cubs turn for offense?
The Cubs finally made a big rotation move. Now what?
'This is one of the big moments in college football': Demond Williams Jr.'s case will test if contracts can be enforced
Williams entered the transfer portal days after signing a contract to return to Washington.
5 things on Congress' agenda right now
We lay out a rough to-do list for members of Congress as they return from holiday break.
Electronic filing for business tax returns starts next week
The IRS said it will begin accepting business tax returns electronically next week. No date has been announced yet for individual tax returns.
How Sioux Falls can turn startup energy into staying power
"The world entrepreneurs are building into today looks very different from what it did even five years ago. As their needs change, the way we support them must change too."
Full-length Replay: That’s How Life Works
Rajah Caruth goes to victory lane. Jesse Love returns home to California, a place he reluctantly left to fulfill his NASCAR dreams.
‘The Lowdown’ Renewed for Season 2: Everything We Know So Far
Everything we know about the show's return so far.
‘The Diplomat’ Shares Exciting Update on Season 4
Get the latest details on the Netflix drama's return.
As Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point Pushes Into High Schools, Dissension Follows
Since Mr. Kirk’s death, chapters of his organization’s affiliate for teenagers have more than doubled in number, aided by politicians who have said they won’t tolerate opposition.
JPMorgan ditches proxy advisors and turns to AI for shareholder votes
The bank is launching an in-house, AI-powered tool called Proxy IQ to support its shareholder voting decisions, leaving human proxy advisors behind.
When Being a Family Business Becomes a Competitive Advantage
Family businesses often underestimate the strategic power of their familial identity, defaulting instead to corporate models that erode the trust and long-term relationships that set them apart. A Family-to-Family (F2F) strategy reframes customers and suppliers as multigenerational partners, strengthening loyalty, speeding decision-making, and fueling innovation in ways competitors struggle to replicate. Vitex’s transformation shows how deliberately activating “familiness” can drive resilience, growth, and market leadership—offering a blueprint for CEOs who want to turn trust into a durable competitive advantage.
Intel Stock Is Soaring. Is the Turnaround Gamble Finally Paying Off?
Intel stock soared on Wednesday, extending a recent run-up fueled by increasing confidence in its foundry business.
As '9-1-1: Nashville' returns, here are local spots featured so far
The ABC drama is back Jan. 8 with new episodes filmed across Music City, from the riverfront to Midtown and beyond.
The Accelerant
Stephen Miller is turning President Trump’s most incendiary impulses into policy.
Cole Kmet wants to rewrite Bears legacy in playoffs
Cole Kmet is looking forward to the opportunity of turning the city of Chicago's playoff fortunes around as the Bears head into the weekend.
Return of BTS, BigBang to lift Korean entertainment giants’ profit above $700 mn
South Korea’s big four entertainment companies are poised to post combined operating profit topping 1 trillion won ($700 million) this year, as the count
Leader of county Health Care Agency steps down from post
Dr. Theresa Cho, who recently returned from a leave of absence, is leaving her position as director of the Ventura County Health Care Agency.
Oasys raises $4.6M for behavioral health tech
The startup recently turned down an acquisition offer.
Hornets look to build on win over champs, welcome Raptors
Feeling refreshed and revived from their recent travels, the Charlotte Hornets return home to face the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday.
The Capital Region’s startup support squad
Every startup needs a hype crew—and the Capital Region has a bench that’s building momentum. From investor matchmakers and campus-based incubators to statewide initiatives designed to keep good ideas from leaving Louisiana, this is the support squad helping founders turn big ideas into real companies. NexusLA A statewide initiative aimed at bolstering Louisiana’s technology and […]
What's next for Giants in the remainder of this offseason after two additions to starting rotation?
Alex Pavlovic analyzes where the San Francisco Giants might turn to next after adding two arms to the starting rotation.
January 6: A Date Which Will Live in Infamy
Discover the real January 6 story: peaceful protest turned tragedy, Deep State entrapment, media deception, and President Trump's triumphant pardons restoring justice to patriotic Americans.
How to watch Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Indiana Pacers on Rock Entertainment Sports Network
The Cleveland Cavaliers return Tuesday to the Rock Entertainment Sports Network.
100-pound concrete pig medallion returns to Washington business
The stolen medallion and outdoor chairs showed up overnight at a nearby business.
Americans generally like wolves − except when we’re reminded of our politics
New research shows how identity-driven assumptions can turn common ground into conflict.
Amazon MGM Studios confirms new cast for upcoming ‘Tomb Raider’ series
The Prime Video series stars Sophie Turner as Lara Croft, led by Phoebe Waller-Bridge serving as creator, writer, executive producer, and co-showrunner alongside Chad Hodge as co-showrunner and executive producer.
Hints from Heloise: Fly a fray-free flag
If you turn the hem over and restitch on a sewing machine, the edges will not become ragged from the elements.
Dinner theater returns to Des Moines with The Ingersoll’s grand debut
The Ingersoll revives dinner theater in Des Moines with art deco style, live music, and a full dining experience after a 22-year hiatus.
The poison frog that fooled scientists for decades
Researchers discovered that a poison frog species described decades ago was based on a mix-up involving the wrong museum specimen. The frog tied to the official species name turned out to be brown, not the colorful animal shown in the original photo. After tracing old records and images, scientists corrected the error and reclassified the frog as part of an already-known species. The case underscores how vital museum collections are—and how even small mistakes can ripple through science for years.
Quantum structured light could transform secure communication and computing
Scientists are learning to engineer light in rich, multidimensional ways that dramatically increase how much information a single photon can carry. This leap could make quantum communication more secure, quantum computers more efficient, and sensors far more sensitive. Recent advances have turned what was once an experimental curiosity into compact, chip-based technologies with real-world potential. Researchers say the field is hitting a turning point where impact may soon follow discovery.
Kyrgios' return ends in first-round loss in Brisbane
Nick Kyrgios' first ATP Tour match since March ends in a straight-set defeat by Aleksandar Kovacevic in the opening round of the Brisbane International.
Will John Harbaugh return for a 19th season with Ravens?
Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood announces return to Michigan for 2026
Underwood remains one of college football's most promising young players ahead of a potential breakthrough sophomore year
Business owners say they called police hours before parking lot celebration turned deadly
FOX31 spoke to business owners in a Denver shopping center where one teen was killed, and three other people were injured in a shooting over the weekend.
Stranger Things Returns To Dead by Daylight: Vecna, Dustin, & Eleven Enter The Fog
Stranger Things returns to Dead by Daylight with a brand-new Chapter, featuring iconic characters Vecna, Dustin Hendersen, and Eleven.
A NASA satellite caught a giant tsunami doing something scientists didn’t expect
When a huge earthquake struck near Kamchatka, the SWOT satellite captured an unprecedented, high-resolution view of the resulting tsunami as it crossed the Pacific. The data revealed the waves were far more complex and scattered than scientists expected, overturning the idea that large tsunamis travel as a single, stable wave. Ocean sensors confirmed the quake’s rupture was longer than earlier models suggested. Together, the findings could reshape how tsunamis are modeled and predicted.
Former state rep Charley Murphy leads Harvard Street toward new $57 million health center
When Murphy returned in 2021 to his old job leading the nonprofit Harvard Street Neighborhood Health Center, he dusted off plans to build a new center around the corner.
Longtime local journalist David O. Williams joins Vail Daily as business editor
David O. Williams, a journalist in the Eagle River Valley since 1991, has returned to the Vail Daily in the role of business editor. Williams first moved to Vail in 1991 to serve as sports...
Schumer rejects idea of another government shutdown
Lawmakers returned to Washington from a holiday break Monday after seeing a record-long 43-day shutdown in the fall.
Georgia state budget, personal income tax, among top issues for 2026 Georgia General Assembly
The new year is just getting underway, and it’s already a busy time for politics in Georgia ahead of the annual legislative session. WABE’s politics reporter Rahul Bali returned to “Closer Look” to talk more about Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens' swearing-in ceremony and preview the upcoming legislative session.
A look at the political dominoes that could fall in Prince George’s County
The end of 2025 saw big political shake-ups in D.C. The early part of 2026 could be Prince George’s County’s turn to see similar upheaval.
O'Neill returns to Celtic for rest of season
Martin O'Neill is returning to Celtic as manager for the remainder of the season following the dismissal of Wilfried Nancy.
Congestion pricing: 27 million fewer vehicles entered Manhattan’s Central Business District in first year of toll program, MTA says
Monday marks one year since the congestion pricing cameras turned on and began charging drivers a $9 base toll to enter Manhattan below 60th Street during
Gov. Tim Walz's turn from vice-presidential candidate to dropping out of 2026 governor's race
Rockets and Mavs to play pre-season games in Macao
The Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets will play two pre-season NBA games in China next October at Macao, the league announced on Monday.The games will be contested October 9 and 11 at the Venetian Arena and follow the NBA's return to China last October with two pre-season games between the Phoenix Suns and Brooklyn Nets.
Raiders fire Pete Carroll, NFL's oldest coach, after just one season
Carroll's return to the NFL was a disaster as the Raiders went 3-14
Philosophy to the Rescue of Science
The pessimistic meta-induction—the argument that since past scientific theories have been shown to be false, we should expect that today’s will turn out false, too—makes the New York Times. . Elay Shech, professor of philosophy at Auburn University, takes up the topic in the context of current political disputes about science and our government’s seemingly increasing disregard of expertise: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the secretary of health and human services, made a version of this argument in August when defending his decision to halt hundreds of millions of dollars in mRNA vaccine development despite the objections of vaccine scientists. He said that “science is always evolving” and the experts could not always be trusted. Shech accepts that “many widely accepted [scientific] theories have been discarded” but that the question, “why should we trust the ones we have now?” is misleading. Why? It implies that the only possible attitudes toward science are naïve faith and wholesale pessimism. It assumes that science is a single global entity that rises or falls all at once, when in reality, science is an array of local domains of inquiry, each with its own standards of evidence and degrees of reliability. In place of skepticism, Shech recommends “disciplined trust.” The first step in the direction of disciplined trust is recognizing that “there is no single scientific method used in all of science.” Shech writes: Newton’s deduction from observed phenomena is very different from Darwin’s inference to the best explanation, which in turn differs radically from Einstein’s thought experiments with light beams, trains and elevators. What people call “the scientific method” is really many distinct ways of investigating the world—different strategies for representing, experimenting and classifying. Since different areas of science employ different methods and rely on different kinds of evidence, to make a case for skepticism “you need to look at the evidence and methods in a specific area of inquiry.” And that case will not be “a sweeping claim about all of science” but rather about that particular area of inquiry with, for example, what might turn out to be “well-understood methodological problems.” Shech’s piece is “Science Keeps Changing, So Why Should We Trust It?” (NYT gift link). Discussion welcome (readers are advised to keep in..
Scientists uncover a hidden switch that helps cancer cells thrive
A protein once thought to simply help cancer cells avoid death turns out to do much more. MCL1 actively drives cancer metabolism by controlling the powerful mTOR growth pathway, tying survival and energy use together. This insight explains why MCL1-targeting drugs can be effective—but also why they sometimes damage the heart. Researchers have now identified a way to reduce that risk, potentially unlocking safer cancer therapies.
MLK Health Fair returns to Crossroads Bellevue
Jan. 19 event offers resources and live performances in celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy
Aberdeen links 'don't turn' Robinson's head
Stephen Robinson says it's "nice" to be linked with the vacant Aberdeen job, but insists his sole focus is on St Mirren's Scottish Premiership trip to Livingston on Tuesday.