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Zombie bugs, singing seals and rule-breaking bears: Wild science of 2025
It's that time of year again – and my personal favorite corner of science to look back on – when we recap the many fascinating discoveries in the plant and animal kingdom that made headlines in 2025.
Mamdani names top lawyers, health deputy mayor
Mamdani's chief counsel pick has been a lawyer for Mahmoud Khalil.
Mamdani names top lawyers, health deputy mayor
Mamdani's chief counsel pick has been a lawyer for Mahmoud Khalil.
Fargo sports cards store manager charged with stealing nearly $30k in cash, inventory
Felony theft charges were filed Tuesday against Jared Freese, of Moorhead, after an owner of Triple Diamond Sports Cards reported discovering the crimes over the weekend.
2026 NCAA Tournament Projections: UConn, Arizona Among Mike DeCourcy’s No. 1 Seeds
Which schools are poised for March Madness? FOX Sports expert Mike DeCourcy is here walk you through it all.
Alaska set to receive $272M to overhaul its rural health care system
Alaska was awarded more money than any state except for Texas — and far more per person, roughly $365 per Alaskan.
Local business owner offering weekly specials to combat rising costs as businesses close across Milwaukee
Devin Eichler of the Crafty Cow is among multiple local business owners voicing concerns about escalating costs that are plaguing restaurants across the region.
Apple Teases 'Something Big' Coming Soon to Apple Fitness+
The Apple Fitness+ Instagram account today teased that the service has "big plans" for 2026. In a video, several Apple Fitness+ trainers are shown holding up newspapers with headlines related to Apple Fitness+. What's Apple Fitness+ Planning for the New Year? Something Big is Coming to Apple Fitness+ The Countdown Begins.
FanDuel, DraftKings, other big sportsbooks sue to block new Chicago sports betting tax
The city is counting on about $26 million in next year's budget from a new tax that betting companies argue would violate the state constitution.
IDC warns of major PC market downturn due to memory crunch
The IDC predicts RAM costs could lead to more expensive PCs and shrink the market by 8.9 percent in 2026.
Vermont set to receive nearly $1B over five years for health care reform
“I don't think I've ever seen anything quite like this, frankly,” said Mike Del Trecco, the president and CEO of Vermont’s hospital association.
Flu cases are surging and rates will likely get worse, new CDC data shows
Flu season is off to a rough start this year, according to new CDC data. The virus is spreading faster than in previous years and the surge is likely to get worse. Here's what you need to know.
8 CFP Teams, 8 Stats You Need to Know, Players to Watch
Here's what you need to know on each of the eight CFP Quarterfinal teams.
Disney to integrate Hulu and Disney+ in 2026
Hulu isn't going away but the integration, announced earlier this year, is designed to boost Disney+'s offerings
In a year of steep challenges, there were still shining moments in global health
The Trump administration's deep cuts in U.S. foreign health aid had a devastating impact. Yet there were achievements of note in spite of it all.
Pop Culture & Politics: An After Hours Discussion with Sam Sanders
Join Stateside host April Baer in a discussion with Sam Sanders, journalist and host of The Sam Sanders Show. The two will recount Sanders's past as a political journalist, discuss his evolution into a pop-culture podcast host, and look at what's on the horizon for him in the new year.
Great Falls sees business growth and development momentum heading into 2026
Great Falls experienced significant business expansion in 2025, with more than 50 new businesses opening and over a dozen existing businesses expanding throughout the region
Watch live: Zohran Mamdani has press conference ahead of inauguration
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is holding a press conference days before he is sworn in. Watch live.
Year in review: the impact of Project 2025 : The NPR Politics Podcast
As we approach 2026, the NPR Politics Podcast is taking a look back at the year that was in different political areas. Today, we look at how Project 2025, a document published by the Heritage Foundation to outline policy objectives in a Republican administration taking office in 2025, has influenced the Trump administration's approach to governance.This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
San Jose businesses seek economic strength in numbers
San Jose’s local businesses have faced a whirlwind of economic shocks in recent years. A growing number of small business owners want to find their footing by banding together through the formation of new business improvement districts.
Hollywood's script for 2026: Media mergers, Disney leadership change, AI fights and more
As the year comes to a close, we look at the biggest storylines coming up for Hollywood -- and make a few predictions.
2025 was a rough year. End it on a good note with these entertainment specials
Your morning catch-up: The best entertainment to help close out the year, SoCal's wild weather and more big stories.
Entertainment and media industries shed a whopping 17K jobs in 2025
US-based media companies spanning television, film, digital publishing and broadcast announced 17,163 job cuts through November, up 18% from 2024.
The Odds: CNN’s Harry Enten takes a look at New York City’s incoming mayor Zohran Mamdani
See 65 sports photos that showcase Kalamazoo area’s grit, passion in 2025
There was no shortage of action on and off the court, ice and field.
From the Capitol to the clubhouse, a Sun-Times politics reporter took a swing at covering baseball
Covering the White Sox isn't all that different from covering Illinois politicians, Sun-Times reporter Mitchell Armentrout found.
Look back at the top business stories of 2025
Waabigwan Mashkiki, Moorhead's first recreational-use cannabis dispensary, opened in May. See what other stories made our list for 2025.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to introduce Zohran Mamdani at New Year’s Day inauguration
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s inauguration will feature Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, the two most prominent leaders of the Democratic Party’s progressive movement.
As rumors swirl after political killings, this GOP lawmaker draws a line
Minnesota state senator Julia Coleman knew both Charlie Kirk and Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman. She is fed up with the conspiracy theories around their deaths.
Colorado gets $200 million from the feds in rural health care “Hunger Games”
Colorado will receive $200 million in 2026 from the feds to improve rural health care, part of a fund created by the "big, beautiful" bill.
One Health: Can science help prevent pandemics?
Scientists are certain that it’s only a matter of time before the next pandemic strikes. Pathogens jump regularly from animals to humans. But the risks that such zoonoses pose can be reduced.
A look at Zohran Mamdani’s policy ideas as he becomes New York City’s mayor
The 34-year-old democratic socialist has just a few weeks before the start of state and city budget season begins at the end of January. His top policy ideas include freezing increases on rent-stabilized apartments, making public buses free to ride, and opening city-controlled supermarkets.
How Social Security has gotten worse under Trump
Customer service has deteriorated by key measures as the agency enacted sweeping cuts in Trump’s second term, internal data and interviews show.
Arizona Cardinals Week 17 defensive, special teams snap counts
See how the Cardinals split up their 77 defensive and 26 special teams snaps in Week 17 vs. the Bengals.
Prep basketball roundup: Rolling Hills Preps knocks off Arcadia at Damien
Nick Welch Jr. and Kawika Suter help Rolling Hills Prep advance to the Gold Division championship game at the Classic at Damien.
New Year’s Eve concert is latest cancellation at the Kennedy Center
Jazz supergroup the Cookers have canceled two New Year’s Eve performances at the Kennedy Center, days after a Christmas Eve jazz concert was also canceled.
KCMO mayor discusses future of Truman Sports Complex with teams set to leave
With the Royals and Chiefs planning to move out, Mayor Lucas sees a new future for the Truman Sports Complex, including a potential demolition.
K&C Sports & Entertainment Law Weekly Roundup
Disney is seeking to force a proposed class of Fubo subscribers to arbitrate their claims that Disney unlawfully made streaming services pay inflated rates for ESPN and other sports...
Games coming to Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch in 2026
Another year is on the horizon and it’s jam packed with games launching on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. There are new quests to fulfil, new wo...
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG — Events and things to do this week from Artsbridge: TODAY * Belpre Holiday Lights, Civitan Park, Belpre * Christine Rhodes multi medium artwork display, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg * Here the Pioneers Landed exhibit, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Campus Martius Museum and Ohio River Museum * Frozen […]
Coffee shop, nonprofit that hires adults with disabilities struggling with business
Spencer’s Place, a nonprofit and coffee shop that employs people with disabilities, is having a difficult time with one of its locations in Surprise.
Joe Nuxhall Miracle League opening new sports facility for children with disabilities
For families who come to the Joe Nuxhall Miracle League Fields, this isn’t just a ballpark.
George Clooney and his family are now citizens of France. Good luck with that!
George Clooney, his wife Amal and their 8-year-old twins are French citizens as of last week, reports say. The Clooneys bought property in France in 2021.
Alicia Johnson to become first Black woman elected to Georgia's Public Service Commission
Alicia Johnson will become the first Black woman elected to a statewide post in Georgia that isn’t a judgeship
Trump says he might sue Fed Chair Jerome Powell for ‘gross incompetence’
It isn’t clear what specific claims could be brought against Powell or when.
New behavioral health crisis center coming in 2026
Part of the changing landscape of behavioral health in Cuyahoga County in the new year is a new crisis center in Cleveland's Central Neighborhood.
Zelensky works yet again to break Putin's hold on Trump
Few signs of progress toward a peace agreement materialize from the meeting at Mar-a-Lago.
Health insurance enrollment on Colorado’s marketplace running even with last year, even with subsidies slated to expire
Health insurance enrollment on Connect for Health Colorado, the state-run marketplace, is running nearly even with last year, even with federal subsidies slated to expire in January. As of Dec. 23, 256,422 Coloradans had enrolled...
Health insurance enrollment on Colorado’s marketplace running even with last year, even with subsidies slated to expire
Health insurance enrollment on Connect for Health Colorado, the state-run marketplace, is running nearly even with last year, even with federal subsidies slated to expire in January. As of Dec. 23, 256,422 Coloradans had enrolled...
Trump says pardon for Netanyahu is 'on its way,' but Herzog denies claim
President Trump said Israeli President Isaac Herzog informed him that he plans to pardon Benjamin Netanyahu amid a long-running corruption trial.
Year in review: Trump's immigration policy : The NPR Politics Podcast
As we approach 2026, the NPR Politics Podcast is taking a look back at the year that was in different political areas. Today, we look at how President Trump has reshaped immigration policy during his return to office, and what impacts those changes have had.This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, immigration policy correspondent Ximena Bustillo, and White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram.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.
What makes a good E-sports player? Start by being a good human being
Winthrop University in Rock Hill has been leading the E-sports charge among colleges for about seven years. And a local pro squad is trying to increase representation in the sport. Turns out being a good person is better than being a top player.
How national politics rode along in the patrol car in 2025
From political violence and immigration enforcement to shifting criminal justice policy, 2025 forced local law enforcement to absorb the consequences of national decisions — regardless of ideology
Research expenditures ranking underscores ASU’s dramatic growth in high-impact science
Arizona State University has surpassed $1 billion in annual research funding for the first time, placing the university among the top 4% of research institutions nationwide, according to the latest National Science Foundation Higher Education Research and Development, or HERD, survey.The milestone is a testament to ASU’s success at transforming research dollars into tangible benefits for people — from improved health care to safer communities to more powerful computer chips and more.
Column: Reagan biographer Lou Cannon always played it straight and true
Reagan biographer Lou Cannon always played it straight and true
Xiaomi’s 17 Ultra Leica edition has a rotatable camera zoom
And gets Leica’s little red dot logo for the first time.
A look back at the year in local art and entertainment
From stellar concerts to funny films and sad farewells, these stories resonated in 2025.
Mercer Health announces the retirement of Dr. Thangaraj Amaran, Vice President of Medical Affairs
Dr. Amaran began his tenure at Mercer Health in July 1981 as a Board Certified Urologist, dedicating nearly four decades to patient care until January 2018. His clinical expertise was matched by his leadership, serving as Vice Chief of Staff (1983), Chief of Staff (1985, 1986, 1991), and Past Chief of Staff (1992). During this […]
2025's top political stories from KUNC News
KUNC News and the Colorado Capitol News Alliance take a look at the top stories that mattered to our readers and listeners this year.
Herald's most-read sports stories of 2025: UND hockey's coaching shakeup reigns supreme
Coverage of UND hockey's coaching change consistently ranked among Herald's top sports content in 2025. Here are the top 10 most-read stories of the year, ranging from hockey to motor racing.
Analysis | Is anything real anymore? In 2025, even sports fans started to doubt.
The integrity of games might be sports’ most precious commodity. This year’s gambling scandals have fans questioning it — a trend some view as an existential threat.
Even 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' can't lift 2025 box office out of pandemic-crisis doldrums
After a roller coaster year, the domestic box office is expected to finish only marginally better than last year and remains down more than 20% from pre-pandemic levels.
We're in the Eras tour of podcasting
Multi-city podcast tours are all the rage. And they're bigger spectacles now with special guests, interactive elements, large venues and merch -- a.k.a. the Eras tour of podcasting.
'Raising questions' isn't enough. The best films of the year took a stance
Now is not the time for subtlety, nostalgia or neutrality on screen.
Science with Stevie: Thundersnow
Meteorologist Stevie Daniels breaks down the science behind a rare phenomenon in the winter season...THUNDERSNOW!
Michigan State basketball back to business, with Big Ten play looming
Tom Izzo and No. 9 Michigan State basketball have one final nonconference game against Cornell on Monday, Dec. 29, before Big Ten play resumes.
What to know about Zohran Mamdani's swearing-in ceremony
Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as mayor of New York City on Jan. 1. Here's what to know about the ceremonies on New Year's Day.
The Making of Mayor Mamdani
He is a brilliant political talent with dizzying ambitions to change the city. Is he ready for the actual job, though?
Georgia hurtles toward 2026 as Trump’s return reshapes the political map
President Donald Trump’s return to office reset the national landscape almost overnight, forcing Republicans and Democrats alike to grapple with his norm-shattering approach.
Teens are having disturbing interactions with chatbots. Here's how to lower the risks
Teen use of AI chat bots is growing, and psychologists worry it's affecting their social development and mental health. Here's what parents should know to help kids use the technology safely.
Kratom and 7-OH products are widely available. They’re also at the heart of a public health debate. : Short Wave
Kratom and 7-OH products are available in many smoke shops. But earlier this year, the FDA recommended certain 7-OH products be scheduled alongside opioids. This isn’t the first time kratom has come under scrutiny. Nearly a decade ago, the DEA wanted to make certain active ingredients in kratom controlled substances. Meaning products would go from being widely available to highly restricted. After a massive wave of protest, the DEA decided not to move forward. Producer Rachel Carlson joins host Emily Kwong to talk about what could happen this time around, and what scientists know – and don’t know – about kratom and 7-OH. Interested in more of the science behind drugs and supplements? 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.
Pipe bomb suspect told FBI he targeted U.S. political parties, memo says
The man accused of placing two pipe bombs in Washington on the eve of Jan. 6, 2021 told investigators someone needed to "speak up" for people who believed the 2020 election was stolen, prosecutors said Sunday.
BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Western MA Graphic Novels in Great Barrington
Located on the fringe of downtown Great Barrington, this retail store is filled with an eclectic, hand-curated inventory of comics for all ages.
BUSINESS PERSPECTIVES: BerkShares Business of the Month is Hilltown Restaurant
"Food has been in my blood and in my soul and in my family. Providing hospitality and connecting people through food just feels natural to me. At Hilltown we aim to practice a 'joyful hospitality,'" said Hilltown chef and owner Rafi Bildner.
TikTok wasn’t banned, ‘Zootopia 2’ was a box-office beast
From the biggest screen to the smallest, entertainment faced a year of uncertainty.
Yankees news: Calculating Judge’s historic peak
Looking at Aaron Judge’s performance in historical context; an interview with Alex Rodriguez; Anthony Rizzo and the WBC
Tea or coffee: One leaves a stronger imprint on your bones
Tea and coffee are two of the most popular drinks in the world – daily rituals linked to culture, comfort, and productivity. Now scientists have new insights into how each affects bone health, especially the risk of osteoporosis.
Numerous Clifton small business owners report waking up to break-ins Saturday morning
At least four businesses reported burglaries Saturday morning on Ludlow Avenue in Clifton, with the shops just steps apart from each other.
Pipe bomb suspect told FBI he targeted US political parties because they were 'in charge,' memo says
The man accused of placing two pipe bombs in Washington on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol told investigators after his arrest that he believed someone needed to “speak up” for people who believed the 2020 election was stolen
NM Sports Hall of Fame names its next inductees
An Olympic medalist, football and basketball legends and record-setting coaches to be honored.
How Trump is leveraging sports and sports culture for his political brand : Consider This from NPR
President Trump is using his position to access sporting events across the country and embed himself with teams and fans. And he’s leveraging sports and American sports culture to build up and amplify his political brand. NPR’s Tamara Keith speak with Christine Brennan, a longtime sports columnist and author, about the president and the significance of his strong ties to sports.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Jeffrey Pierre and Henry Larson. It was edited by Sarah Robbins, Dana Farrington and Rebekah Metzler. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
How Trump is leveraging sports and sports culture for his political brand : Consider This from NPR
President Trump is using his position to access sporting events across the country and embed himself with teams and fans. And he’s leveraging sports and American sports culture to build up and amplify his political brand. NPR’s Tamara Keith speak with Christine Brennan, a longtime sports columnist and author, about the president and the significance of his strong ties to sports.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Jeffrey Pierre and Henry Larson. It was edited by Sarah Robbins, Dana Farrington and Rebekah Metzler. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
Zohran Mamdani’s victory bridges long-standing divisions within the city's Muslim community
As Zohran Mamdani prepares to be inaugurated as the city’s next mayor, Muslim New Yorkers say his victory represents more than a historic first.
The Times' top 25 high school basketball rankings
A look at the top 25 high school boys' basketball teams in the Southland this week.
Sports tourism is a top regional economic opportunity - Talk Business & Politics
After arriving in Fayetteville, it doesn’t take long to realize that sports are woven into the city’s DNA. From Razorback game days to the cyclists on our trails to families...
Arizona Wildcats’ sports schedule for Dec. 29-Jan. 4
Sporting events this week involving UA.
5 Cool Things You Didn't Know Your Amazon Fire TV Stick Could Do
If you've been using the Amazon Fire TV Stick just for entertainment, you might be missing out on features like secret shortcuts and Bluetooth connectivity.
Computer model locks in Cardinals vs. Bengals picks, score prediction
How to bet Arizona Cardinals vs. Cincinnati Bengals in NFL Week 17 action
Photos: The biggest entertainment and fashion moments of 2025
In a year that zoomed by, AP’s photographers captured perfect images of stellar entertainment moments, whether they were on stages, runways or red carpets.
Ariel Roblin: Why the major sports events coming in 2026 should motivate your New Year's resolutions
When it comes to New Year's resolutions, one of the most important factors of our success is how we are motivated to keep pursuing them throughout the year.
Report: Man United expected to sign Serie A midfielder
Manu Kone Emerges as Central Figure in Man Utd Midfield Overhaul PlansManchester United’s long-term midfield planning continues to take shape, with Manu Kone increasingly viewed inside the game as a...
Mini brains reveal clear brain signals of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
Tiny lab-grown brains are offering an unprecedented look at how schizophrenia and bipolar disorder disrupt neural activity. Researchers found distinct electrical firing patterns that could identify these conditions with high accuracy. The discovery opens the door to more precise diagnoses and personalized drug testing. Instead of guessing medications, doctors may one day see what works before treating the patient.
The deep ocean has a missing link and scientists finally found it
Scientists have uncovered why big predators like sharks spend so much time in the ocean’s twilight zone. The answer lies with mid-sized fish such as the bigscale pomfret, which live deep during the day and rise at night to feed, linking deep and surface food webs. Using satellite tags, researchers tracked these hard-to-study fish for the first time. Their movements shift with water clarity, potentially altering entire ocean food chains.
How did curling become a Winter Olympics sensation? Inside the sports' unique history
More than 2.3 million people — or one of every 18 Canadians — participate in the sport of curling. A look at how the quirky sport became an Olympic star.
Science & Medicine: Beneficial effects of a keto diet can be enhanced by intermittent breaks
People who eat a strict keto diet are at risk for an accumulation of aged cells in their organs, but taking intermittent breaks from the diet can prevent these detrimental effects.
GOP coalescing behind Vance as Trump privately dismisses third-term run
Trump has floated Vance as his potential successor multiple times without ever explicitly endorsing his nomination.
Memory loss: As AI gobbles up chips, prices for devices may rise
Demand for memory chips currently exceeds supply and there's very little chance of that changing any time soon. More chips for AI means less available for other products such as computers and phones and that could drive up those prices too.
Commentary: America tried something new in 2025. It's not going well
Glow up or grow up? Times columnists Anita Chabria and Mark Z. Barabak look back and assess whether 2025 was good for America or an unmitigated disaster.