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California leaders lionized César Chávez. Now, they face a reckoning with his past
Leaders up and down California, many of whom were personally inspired by his life’s work, are grappling with multiple allegations of sexual assault by Cesar Chávez.
Thai Leader Anutin Set to Extend Rule in Vote After Election Win
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is poised to win lawmaker approval for a new term less than six weeks after elections, potentially bringing stability to the country’s often volatile political landscape and allowing him to manage the fallout from the war in the Middle East.
Nothing CEO Carl Pei says smartphone apps will disappear as AI agents take their place
Nothing CEO Carl Pei says AI agents will eventually replace apps, shifting smartphones toward systems that understand intent and act on a user's behalf.
The World's Best Business Class Airline Lounges: My Top Picks Globally
What are the best business class lounges in the world? Here are my top picks, from Cathay Pacific in Hong Kong, to Delta in New York.
Goldman Sachs says small businesses are embracing AI, but fewer than 1 in 5 are good at actually integrating it
Most small firms embrace AI, but few know how it can help their business.
Mullin under microscope by Senate colleagues over temperament, stolen valor and ICE in tense DHS confirmation hearing
A typically friendly setting for one of their own turned tense on Capitol Hill Wednesday with senators grilling Markwayne Mullin for roughly three hours as he vies to become President Donald Trump’s next Department of Homeland Security chief.
Pierce County resolution condemns political violence, seeks safety for public servants
The Pierce County Council has formally condemned political violence, adopting a resolution Tuesday that calls for renewed commitment to public safetyand constr
Girl Scout cookie booths are open for business
Girl Scout cookie season is officially underway in Utah, and cookie booths are popping up outside grocery stores and community locations across the state.
A ‘silver tsunami’ is coming as boomer business owners retire: What that could mean
The landscape of the West Michigan business community has the potential to drastically change over the next decade as baby boomer owners retire.
Los Angeles Small Business ‘Spreads’ Global Reach with Coupang
LOS ANGELES, March 18, 2026--Spread The Love partners with Coupang to grow internationally.
Roundup: Amazon / Wholesale prices / Foreign threat response
Cutting USPS use: Amazon plans to slash its use of the U.S. Postal Service by at least two-thirds as its delivery contract expires, potentially stripping billions in revenue from the agency. The shift follows a new bidding process for last-mile delivery and could leave USPS with excess capacity, forcing cost cuts as it searches for […]
Rand Paul confronts Markwayne Mullin over past rhetoric at Senate hearing
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., confronted Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., for his past comments saying he "completely understood" why Paul had been physically assaulted and questioned if "someone who applauds violence against their political opponents" is the right person to lead the Department of Homeland Security.
iPhone 18 Pro Launching Later This Year With These 12 New Features
While the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are not expected to launch for another six months or so, there are already plenty of rumors about the devices. It was initially reported that the iPhone 18 Pro models would have fully under-screen Face ID, with only a front camera visible in the top-left corner of the screen. However, the latest rumors indicate that only one Face ID component will be moved under the screen on the devices, which will result in merely a smaller Dynamic Island.
Trump's DHS pick Markwayne Mullin is confronted by Rand Paul at Senate hearing
Paul, the committee chairman, used his opening statement to confront Mullin, who once said he understood why Paul was physically assaulted, over "anger issues."
Researchers uncover iPhone spyware capable of penetrating millions of devices
A powerful software exploit capable of penetrating and stealing information from potentially hundreds of millions of Apple iPhones was planted on dozens of websites in Ukraine in recent weeks, researchers said on Wednesday.
Russians caught stealing personal data from Ukrainians with new advanced iPhone hacking tools
A suspected group of Russian government hackers was caught targeting Ukrainians with new iPhone hacking tools designed for espionage and potentially to steal crypto.
3D printing business taking off in Chesterfield
Originally built on a $5,000 grant from the University of Missouri’s Entrepreneur Quest Award, followed by $50,000 in Arch Grant Funding, Printerior has its eyes set on continued growth with
China targets measurement science in tech race with U.S. - Futura-Sciences
The invisible backbone of modern technology Behind every electronic chip, satellite, and medical device sits a system of measurement. Without extreme precision in units, standards, and calibration methods, no technology operates reliably. Metrology ensures that a nanometer is actually a nanometer, that a processor performs exactly as intended at atomic...
The Paleo Diet Never Existed. Scientists Found What Early Humans Were Really Eating.
Humans are actually limited in how much protein they can metabolize for energy, meaning early humans really needed a more well-rounded diet to survive.
HMPV is spreading in Wisconsin. What does that mean for you?
Some respiratory viruses, especially RSV, are seeing a late winter to early spring surge in Wisconsin, public health experts say.
Survey Findings: Integrating Sexual and Reproductive Health into UHC Requires Leadership, Financing, and Political Will
SRHR remains critically underfunded, leaving 164M women with unmet needs and driving preventable maternal deaths. Global survey findings show political commitment is the key driver of financing and integration into UHC. While fiscal constraints persist, leadership determines whether resources are prioritized, enabling equitable access and strengthening health systems.
Disney's new CEO is stepping in during a wild time for media
Disney's new CEO officially starts today. He's got his work cut out for him.
Earth Is Missing a Billion Years of History. We Finally Know Why
We thought global ice erased a billion years of history but new evidence points to ancient supercontinents.
World Cup 2026 stadium guides: Kansas City Stadium – home of the loudest sports crowd in history
What can fans expect from the Kansas City Chiefs' stadium, usually known as Arrowhead, at the 2026 World Cup?
That major MediaTek security flaw may have affected more Android phones than initially reported
Security firm Trustonic has pushed back on claims that its software is vulnerable on MediaTek chips.
Firm That Planned Trump’s Jan. 6 Rally Received No-Bid Contracts
This administration has given the company, staffed by the president’s allies, multimillion-dollar contracts it was guaranteed to win.
Israel is a key issue in Democratic primaries as support for the U.S. ally drops
Support for Israel is down among Americans, particularly Democrats, with the last couple years being a major turning point.
Health literacy: 5 key lessons for better global health
One in four people around the world have low health literacy. Tackling that challenge could improve lives and save billions in healthcare funding globally.
How sports traditions like March Madness can support brain health
Three experts from the University of Kentucky say the answer may be yes. Research shows that staying mentally, socially and emotionally engaged can help support long-term brain health. Activities tied to sports — like predicting tournament outcomes, reminiscing about past games or gathering with friends and family to watch — can stimulate memory, strengthen cognitive skills and foster meaningful social connections.
Intel Precompiled Shaders Accelerate Game Load Times By Up To 3x On Arc GPUs, Now Available & Supported In 13 Games
Intel Arc GPUs can finally enable Precompiled Shaders for faster loading times that are supported in 13 games at launch.
Michigan's Corewell Health East nurses vote to authorize strike
Employees say demands include better nurse-to-patient ratios and fair wages. Hospital system said it 'remains committed' to reaching a pact.
Science is finally confirming the most mysterious symptoms of endometriosis
Studies are showing that the inflammatory condition can impact organs across the body, not just those involved in reproduction.
Your daily coffee may be protecting your brain, 43-year study finds
Your morning coffee or tea could be quietly supporting your brain health. A long-term study found that moderate consumption of caffeinated coffee or tea was linked to an 18% lower risk of dementia and better cognitive performance over time. The benefits appeared strongest at 2–3 cups of coffee or 1–2 cups of tea daily—and even held true for people genetically predisposed to dementia.
‘Just really unique’: Williamsport business preserves history — and finds surprise in basement
“You hate to see history disappear,” said Adam Roskowski, owner of Rosko’s Brew House in Williamsport. That was his motivation for buying the building now housing his craft beer pub at 601 Pine Street. After being vacant for years, Adam was keen to buy the Victorian – not just because of its historic charm but […]
Reflecting On Health Insurance Providers Stocks’ Q4 Earnings: Progyny (NASDAQ:PGNY)
Quarterly earnings results are a good time to check in on a company’s progress, especially compared to its peers in the same sector. Today we are looking at Progyny (NASDAQ:PGNY) and the best and worst performers in the health insurance providers industry.
Let the games begin: Foxboro signs off on entertainment license for FIFA
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially coming to Gillette Stadium this summer after months of uncertainty.
Subnautica 2 might finally be entering early access in May
Subnautica 2 has weathered the storm and has rescheduled its early access release.
Argentina officially withdraws from World Health Organization, following US
Argentinian President Javier Milei has criticised the global health body for its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
10,000 unionized Corewell Health East nurses vote to authorize strike
Months of negotiations between the Teamsters Local 2024 union representing 10,000 nurses and Corewell Health East have yet to yield a new contract.
WhatsApp update brings the new profile tab to iOS users
Following a few weeks of testing, WhatsApp is officially rolling out the new profile tab to iOS users. Here are the details.
Judge mocks White House East Wing ‘alteration’ as a ‘brazen interpretation of the laws of vocabulary’
The Trump administration’s arguments in defense of the massive White House ballroom project on Tuesday found virtually no purchase before a federal judge, who appears ready to rule that the president skirted the law by undertaking construction without congressional approval.
Gemini for Home finally learns to cut the chatter and focus on the job
Gemini for Home is getting quicker responses, less verbose replies, and smarter alarms in the latest Google Home update.
Subnautica 2 Will Finally Enter Early Access in May Following Year of Delays and Legal Drama
Subnautica 2 is entering early access at last. IGN can exclusively reveal that both developer Unknown Worlds and publisher Krafton have agreed the game is ready for its early access release in May on Xbox and PC, though an exact date hasn't been provided just yet.
Mainers to vote on whether to end transgender inclusion in school sports
Mainers will vote on the rights of trans students to access sports teams and bathrooms aligning with their gender identity this November
Sparse evidence for cannabis to treat mental health conditions highlights research gap
A new analysis represents the largest effort yet to systematically parse all the data from high-quality clinical trials on cannabis and mental health. The evidence is lacking.
The 2026 Lollapalooza lineup just dropped: Everything to know about dates, headliners, tickets and more
The annual four-day music festival officially returns to Grant Park in Chicago, Illinois July 30-Aug. 2 with over 150 musicians including this year's headliners Charli XCX, Tate McRae, Lorde, Olivia Dean, John Summit, Jennie, The Smashing Pumpkins and The xx.
Kalshi charged criminally in Arizona for operating illegal gambling business
Arizona's attorney general on Tuesday filed criminal charges against Kalshi, accusing the prediction markets platform of operating an illegal gambling business in the state and unlawfully allowing people to place bets on elections.
Starfield finally lands PS5 release date, along with new story DLC and Free Lanes update which - among other things - adds a Milliewhale pet
After plenty of rumours and rumblings, Bethesda has today announced that Starfield is coming to PlayStation 5.
New Arc Raiders Patch Finally Takes Aim at the Il Toro to Make it Feel 'More Like a Weapon of Its Rarity'
Embark has published Arc Raiders update 1.20.0, revealing a somewhat short list of patch notes with two noticeable changes: nerfs for the Il Toro shotgun and energy clips.
House leaders tie business tax benefits to income tax ballot question
House budget writers tucked a provision in a bill advancing this week that would potentially block benefits worth up to $400 million a year if the ballot question passes in November.
The Promptory Launches First Curated AI Marketplace with Built-In AI Strategy Director for Small Business and Enterprises
FRISCO, Texas, March 17, 2026--The Promptory, a privately held technology company, today announced the official launch of its AI tools marketplace — the first curated platform built specifically to help small, medium, and enterprise businesses find, evaluate, and implement the right AI tools for their specific needs.
Potentially toxic ‘forever chemicals’ may harm adolescent bone health
Chemicals called PFAS may lower bone density in adolescents, a new study has found.
Samsung to Discontinue Galaxy Z TriFold After Just Three Months
Samsung is set to discontinue the Galaxy Z TriFold globally after just three months on sale (via Bloomberg). The company will start by ceasing sales of the device in Korea, where it has been on sale since December. Samsung plans to discontinue the device in the United States once it clears its inventory. Samsung's website already lists the TriFold as "sold out," but customers are still able to buy the device at Samsung stores.
Asteroid Bennu’s Rugged Surface Baffled NASA, We Finally Know Why
In one of the biggest surprises of NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission, its target asteroid, Bennu, turned out to be a jagged, rugged world covered in large boulders, with few of the smooth patches of sandy or pebbly material scientists had expected based on observations with Earth-based instruments. Bennu's looks were quite deceiving, and until now, scientists struggled to figure out why.
Xbox 360, PS3 And Nintendo Wii U Are "Officially Retro", Says GameStop
"They are still very cool, and anyone who owned one at launch is absolutely not old"
Bethesda promises Nvidia's controversial DLSS 5 AI filters will be "totally optional" for players
Bethesda is committed to "further adjusting the lighting and final effect" of Nvidia's DLSS 5 visuals on Starfield following the controversial AI-tech's reveal.
The semi-official Galaxy A57 shows itself with a price hike
A Thai vendor might've already listed the phone accidentally.
Amid Iran war, Democratic Senate hopeful tries to win back Arab American voters
Abdul El-Sayed, backed by Sanders, is betting a populist agenda is Democrats’ path back to power in a state that has traditionally produced more moderate senators.
Can the Keto Diet Really Improve Mental Health?
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently said that the diet could “cure” schizophrenia. We asked experts about the claim.
Samsung finally responds to complaints about the Galaxy S26 Ultra's headline feature, but the explanation ...
The feature is definitely not as perfect as you would expect.
The greatest threat to federally qualified health centers may not be federal funding cuts
After 50 years of operation, FQHCs are discovering that their financial structure has not kept pace with the realities of delivering on their mission.
World Baseball Classic: Venezuela beats Italy with 3-run, 7th-inning rally to advance and face Team USA in final
Devils Rally Past Bruins in OT
It’s nights like these that make you wonder, what could have been. The New Jersey Devils certainly didn’t look like the hapless, directionless mess of a hockey team that spent the past three-plus months struggling to get out of its own way while plummeting to the darkest depths of the Eastern Conference standings. Well, maybe […]
World Baseball Classic: Venezuela beats Italy with 3-run, 7th-inning rally to advance to final
Fishing shop says business is unusually good for March, but warm winter could hurt them down the road
With temperatures expected to push record highs for March later this week, typically summer-oriented businesses are experiencing an early-season boost in success. While things are looking good in t…
Identity of Banksy, Oscar-nominated graffiti artist, proven 'beyond dispute'
The identity of Banksy, the notoriously elusive graffiti artist whose work now sells for millions and was the subject of an Oscar-nominated documentary, has finally been proven 'beyond dispute.'
Birdwatching May Help Protect Your Brain From Age-Related Decline
We totally knew it was cool.
Street Fighter 6 Alex and balance update patch notes
The long content drought in Street Fighter 6 that spanned five months is about to be finally over, and there will be quite a bit for players to sink their teeth into.Capcom just released the official patch notes for ...
Chrome on Android finally gets a bookmarks bar
Inching closer and closer to the desktop experience
NJ college dean, former youth sports coach accused of sexually assaulting boy
A former South Jersey youth sports coach and a recently appointed college dean is facing charges after authorities say he sexually assaulted a boy.
Riftbound: Unleashed Card Preview – Vex’s Gloomist Rewards Battlefield Control
Preview season for Riftbound: The League of Legends Trading Card Game's upcoming Unleashed set is officially underway, and one of the first cards revealed, exclusively byu Inven Global, highlights the
2026 NCAA tournament will feature a new, potentially crucial element: the coach's challenge
Smith: politics and big oil slow nationwide year-round E15 push
A U.S. Senator from Minnesota says politics have made nationwide, year-round E15 an interesting topic of discussion in the Senate. “It’s hard to find someone who opposes it, yet you really can’t get it done.” Tina Smith tells Brownfield “let’s be honest. I think there are U.S. Senators who have big oil interests in their […]
Trump reveals GOP congressman faced ‘terminal’ health condition and had months to live
President Donald Trump on Monday revealed that a GOP congressman had received a critical diagnosis and had only months to live before the president personally intervened to help him get emergency heart surgery.
Trump reveals GOP congressman faced ‘terminal’ health condition and had months to live
President Donald Trump on Monday revealed that a GOP congressman had received a critical diagnosis and had only months to live before the president personally intervened to help him get emergency heart surgery.
Mob Entertainment Expands the World of Poppy Playtime with New Official Online Merchandise Store
Fans can now explore an official destination for exclusive collectibles, toys, and apparel inspired by the hit horror franchise and new items exclusive to Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5 PlaytimeCo.Store Merch Header PlaytimeCo.Store Merch Header PlaytimeCo.Store Merch Header 2 PlaytimeCo.Store Merch Header 2 PlaytimeCo.Store Official Commercial LOS ANGELES, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mob Entertainment, the powerhouse behind the viral indie horror phenomenon Poppy Playtime, has officially laun
Exclusive: Jhin joins Riftbound with absurdly powerful cards
The killer artist finally makes his debut
Holy Crap: The BMW M3 Wagon Is Actually Going Racing
The race-ready BMW wagon went from a joke to a reality in just eight months.
A politically charged awards season ends with calls for peace at the Oscars
Political organizers suggested that celebrities found their political voices more this cycle than in recent years.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County Adult Intensive Care Units Earn National Beacon Awards for Excellence - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County today announced that two of its adult critical care units have been nationally recognized by the American Association
Storm rips roof off of Upstate business
The report initially came in as the roof being ripped off of a home.
Partisanship and science
I recently participated in a symposium of the Denver-based Institute for Science & Policy, during which I had a “fireside chat” with Tony Mills of the American Enterprise Institute. Mills has written extensively on the politicization of science, and the two of us had a very enjoyable hour-long conversation on the topic. You can watch it below. The main questions we dealt with are why there is such a vast partisan gap in trust of science, and to what extent this is a unique moment. Mills helpfully brings a good deal of data to the discussion, as he did in this useful piece at Issues in Science & Technology. Tusk depends on reader support. To support this work, please become a paid subscriber. Subscribe Note this graph, drawing on a range of survey data to demonstrate partisan attitudes toward science since 1970s. As it demonstrates, there’s been a very sharp partisan divergence in confidence in science during the Trump Era, starting prior to the Covid pandemic. At least in part, we can attribute this to a rise in populist anti-science rhetoric embraced by Trump, his appointees, and those in his media orbit. But as the graph also shows, the partisan divide has existed in the past, and it’s not always in the same direction. The largest divergence in party views toward science prior to 2016 was in the 1970s, when liberals equated scientific achievement with the military-industrial complex and thus trusted it less. That era of scientific mistrust is often overlooked. Indeed, as Mills notes, the Moon landings (1969-72), which today are considered one of the last great moments of national unity, were experienced nothing like that at the time. There was sharp debate back then over whether the Apollo missions were worth the vast expenditures when the country had so much else to deal with. It’s outside the dataset, and we don’t have the partisanship lens for it, but the 1950s was another deeply anti-science decade, with critics of intellectuals and college professors alleging their ties to communism and their lack of commitment to basic American moral beliefs. This was the subject of Richard Hofstadter’s 1962 book Anti-Intellectualism in American Life, in which he quotes religious leaders like Franklin Graham: [In place of the Bible] we substituted reason, rationalism, mind culture, science worship, the working power of government, Freudianism, naturalism, humanism, behaviorism, positivism, materialism, and idealism. [This is the work of] so-called intellectuals. Thousands of these “intellectuals” have publicly stated that morality is relative—that there is no norm or absolute standard.… This fervor was heavily whipped up by Sen. Joe McCarthy (R-Wisconsin), although it’s clear that not all his fellow Republicans were on board with his red-baiting. What ended that era? The simple answer is the 1957 launch of Sputnik. Americans became afraid that they were losing to Soviet scientists, and suddenly university researchers and government projects were awash with funding. In our conversation, I asked Mills about the possibility of us having a Sputnik moment again that would rally the American public in favor of science today. Mills argued that the COVID-19 pandemic was essentially a Sputnik moment — a terrifying threat to all Americans that required scientific advances to address. But thanks in part to political polarization and the populist and conspiratorial leanings of Donald Trump, we got the opposite of a unifying moment. Many Americans turned against science, despite science actually stepping up in that moment. As we discussed in the chat, it’s not clear what scientists could or should be doing in this moment to increase faith in their work. As Mills notes, one of the chief complaints against scientists and professors is that they’ve become too political; scholars becoming even more political might not help them achieve their goals. This (mainly Republican-driven) anti-science era will end, of course, but it’s not clear what event will bring that about. Share
As Florida leads on free-market policies, new poll shows voters want federal regulators to follow suit
A bipartisan majority supports President Donald Trump's push to end politically driven banking.
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: $5,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, promos for March
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile sportsbooks and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
+++ "You dreamed it, we built it": BMW M Motorsport is turning the concept for a racing version of the BMW M3 Touring, originally presented as an April Fools’ joke in 2025, into reality +++ The BMW M3 Touring 24H will hit the track as a spectacular highlight for motorsport fans in the “Green Hell” +++ The BMW M3 Touring 24H will make its racing debut next weekend as part of the Nürburgring Langstrecken Serie +++
+++ "You dreamed it, we built it": BMW M Motorsport is turning the concept for a racing version of the BMW M3 Touring, originally presented as an April Fools’ joke in 2025, into reality +++ The BMW M3 Touring 24H will hit the track as a spectacular highlight for motorsport fans in the “Green Hell” +++ The BMW M3 Touring 24H will make its racing debut next weekend as part of the Nürburgring Langstrecken Serie +++
Can science slow down aging?
Geneticist Anne Brunet explores what aging really is, how lifestyle choices might influence longevity, and the promising frontiers of aging research.
Rice Business’ online MBA ranked among world’s top programs by Financial Times
Rice’s Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business has been ranked among the world’s leading online MBA programs in the Financial Times Global Online MBA Rankings, placing No. 13 globally (tied with the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University) and No. 6 in the United States.
Just 24 minutes of specially designed music could significantly reduce anxiety
A clinical trial found that listening to specially designed music with auditory beat stimulation can significantly reduce anxiety. Among several listening lengths tested, a 24-minute session delivered the biggest benefits, easing both mental and physical symptoms of anxiety. The results suggest there may be an ideal “dose” of therapeutic music that works quickly without requiring long listening sessions.
Scientists create first-of-its-kind ‘hexagonal diamond’ harder than real thing
Material exhibits slightly higher hardness than naturally found diamond
Healthy ageing in Singapore: why health literacy matters
As Singapore becomes a “super-ageing” society, health literacy is key to helping older adults navigate care, stay healthy and remain socially connected. Explore the policies and initiatives supporting healthy ageing.
Oppo, OnePlus, and Vivo officially announce smartphone price increase in China
Rising RAM and semiconductor costs are pushing Chinese smartphone brands to adjust their pricing. Oppo, OnePlus, Vivo, and iQoo are among the latest to announce price hikes across multiple devices in China.
Can You Really ‘Detox’ From Plastic? A Netflix Documentary Explores The Question.
A new Netflix documentary explores whether cutting out plastic can improve our health. But it’s hardly a perfect experiment.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra has a major display flaw that cheap Android phones solved years ago
Forget the Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display — I wish Samsung would finally care about PWM dimming and eye comfort features.
Poll: Israel's standing plummets among Democrats, fueling primaries on the left
More registered voters view Israel negatively than positively in the latest NBC News poll, driven by change among independents and especially Democrats.
How to recover after a workout
It's normal to feel some pain or soreness after a workout. But how much is too much, and more importantly, how do you get relief? This episode, build out your post-workout recovery routine. A sports medicine doctor, nutritionist and professional athlete break down everything you can do from the moment your last workout finishes to right before your next one begins – to feel better in your body, minimize your injury risk and get the most out of that gym session. This episode was originally published on Jan. 30, 2025Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.orgSupport the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekit
This is your brain on pleasure (even the guilty kind)
It’s likely you have at least one “guilty pleasure.” Maybe it’s romance novels. Or reality TV… Playing video games… or getting swept into obscure corners of TikTok. Neuroscientists say the pleasure response helps us survive as a species. So why do we feel embarrassed by some of the things we love the most? Even if you don't have these negative emotions, experiencing – and studying – pleasure is not as straightforward as it might seem. For a long time, neuroscientists thought the concept of "pleasure" referred to a singular system in the brain. But as research into the subject grew, scientists realized that pleasure is really a cycle of "wanting" and "liking" – each with separate neural mechanisms. Today on the show, producer Rachel Carlson explores this cycle with researchers, who weigh in on the science of pleasure. Even the kind that makes us feel guilty. Read more of Rachel’s story on guilty pleasures. Interested in more brain science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Despite record Galaxy S26 pre-orders, Samsung's mobile unit is literally in emergency mode
Samsung is seeing record Galaxy S26 series pre-orders, but the mobile unit is entering 'emergency management' due to financial concerns.
FIU defeats UTEP softball in DH to sweep series
MIAMI, Florida – UTEP softball finally saw action late Friday night after multiple weather-related schedule changes but ultimately fell to FIU, 4-3, in the series opener. Originally scheduled as part of a three-game series across three days, the weekend slate was first moved to an early Friday doubleheader and Saturday single game before prolonged lightning delays pushed the matchup to […]
Wally Szczerbiak is calling NCAA Tournament games, but not RedHawks
Former Miami University standout Wally Szczerbiak is calling several NCAA Tournament games, but not the RedHawks' First Four game against SMU.