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Mexico state steps up health screening in schools as measles cases grow nationwide
Mexico's most populous state is increasing health screenings at schools and recommending face masks due to a growing measles outbreak.
How the Epstein files are upending U.K. politics : Consider This from NPR
The latest disclosure from the U.S. Department of Justice’s investigation of Jeffrey Epstein is threatening the U.K. ruling government.New documents have led Peter Mandelson, a former ambassador to the U.S., to resign from Britain’s House of Lords and from the Labour Party.The fallout has already claimed two key staff members close to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and some in his own party are calling for him to step down too.Edward Luce, chief U.S. commentator for the Financial Times, helps explain the scandal – and why the reaction in the U.K. differs from the U.S.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 Jordan-Marie Smith and Connor Donevan, with audio engineering by Hannah Gluvna. It was edited by Patrick Jarenwattananon and Michael Levitt. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
WhatsApp Web starts rolling out voice and video calls
The feature is now starting to reach WhatsApp Web beta users, with a wider rollout expected for the coming weeks. Here’s how it works.
Riot Games is laying off half of the 2XKO development team
Riot Games announced that it's cutting jobs on its pair-based fighting game 2XKO.
Trinity Willoughby Joins Little League® Team as Landscaping and Sports Turf Technician
Little League® International has announced Trinity Willoughby as its new Landscaping and Sports Turf Technician, effective February 9, 2026. Willoughby previously served as a summer intern for the program before earning the full-time role.
Hartford tattoo and coffee shop rebuilding after pipe burst flooded business
A Hartford business is in the middle of a major cleanup after cold weather burst a pipe in the front of their shop. Refuge Tattoo and Taza Coffee is a unique dream business for the owners, and though they have vowed to build back, they have a serious project on their hands. “It was like a loud thump,” said Jose…
San Francisco teachers strike over wages, health benefits and student resources
The San Francisco Unified School District closed all 120 of its schools Monday and offered independent study to some of the district’s 50,000 students.
New survey points to falling public confidence in Trump’s public health team
Trump’s NIH director said the administration is trying to “re-establish trust in public health.” There’s fresh evidence that it’s failing badly.
MAHA Group Pledges $1 Million to Help Defeat Senator Cassidy in Louisiana Primary
Tony Lyons, a co-founder of the group MAHA PAC, said his group would support the congresswoman who has been endorsed by President Trump.
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show: All the details and Easter eggs you may have missed
The Puerto Rican superstar's powerful performance was packed with nods to Latino culture.
PNW-dedicated furniture chain closing all locations, going-out-of-business sale underway
A small furniture chain in the Pacific Northwest is closing its doors after nearly 40 years.
Spark STEM Fest returns to Orlando Science Center for hands-on learning
Explore STEM careers at Spark STEM Fest! Enjoy immersive exhibits and live shows that make science, technology, engineering, and math come alive.
Sean Astin's takes on the threat of AI, Fran Drescher and a 'Goonies' sequel
Quotes from SAG-AFTRA president Sean Astin in an interview with The Associated Press.
RELEASE: Congressman Michael Cloud Introduces the SAFE Olympic Sports Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Michael Cloud (TX-27) introduced the Securing Actual Female Events in Olympic Sports Act (SAFE Olympic Sports Act). The introduction comes just after celebrating National Girls and Women in Sports Day and the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics. The bill amends Title 36 of the U.S. Code to require national governing bodies […]
Claessens is Just Beginning Her Best Basketball - Kansas State University Athletics
She's smiling as she talks. In 2023, Nastja Claessens , the daughter of Belgian basketball coach Fredric Claessens and former Belgian Cat Irina Medvedeva, be...
Louisiana Department of Health targets fraud with new internal watchdog role
The Louisiana Department of Health is creating a Chief Accountability Officer to strengthen oversight, reduce fraud and assess whether programs are working.
Church Street business anticipates boost from ‘The Canopy’ as Orlando readies construction cost approval
UConn to Celebrate 40th Annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day - University of Connecticut Athletics
STORRS, CT — In recognition of the 40th annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD), UConn will host a special NGWSD event on Monday, February 9, 2...
Public Health Command Europe Entomology Team Inspires Young Learners at Ramstein Elementary School
RAMSTEIN, Germany — More than 400 students at Ramstein Elementary School recently received a hands-on lesson in science thanks to volunteers from Public Health Command Europe.
BD Completes Combination of Biosciences & Diagnostic Solutions Business with Waters Corporation
FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX) today announced the successful completion of…...
Super Bowl 2026 Winners and Losers: Seahawks show a different way to win, starting with their reclamation QB
Business school alumni survey verdict: good but could do better
Graduates show strong satisfaction but some want an overhaul of content and format
Virginia lawmakers propose new tax on fantasy sports
Lawmakers in Virginia are considering legislation that could change the future of fantasy sports in the Commonwealth.
Rogers Xfinity Adds Amazon Luna Cloud Gaming to All Entertainment Devices
Rogers Xfinity Adds Amazon Luna Cloud Gaming to All Entertainment Devices
Super Bowl 2026: Seahawks ride dominant defense to blowout of Patriots, second title in franchise history
The most memorable 2026 Super Bowl commercials feature Ben Affleck, the cast of 'Jurassic Park,' Benson Boone backflips and more
This year's commercials feature stars like Kylie Kelce and Brian Baumgartner.
Super Bowl 2026 live updates: Jaxon Smith-Njigba evaluated for concussion as Seattle defense, Kenneth Walker III lead way over Patriots, 12-0
Roanoke Sports Shops Score Big with Super Bowl Sales Spike
Local sports retailers are experiencing a significant surge in sales as Super Bowl excitement sweeps through the Roanoke area, with both brick-and-mortar stores and online shops reporting increased customer traffic.
Stars set tone for Super Bowl, with Green Day's f-bomb and performances from Puth, Carlile and Jones
Super Bowl 60 has been a star-studded event with Chris Pratt and Jon Bon Jovi introducing the teams.
Streaking No. 24 Louisville, NC State seek to bolster resumes
Monday's Atlantic Coast Conference battle between No. 24 Louisville and visiting North Carolina State features a pair of teams each averaging 85.7 points per game.
Fallout 76 | Fallout 76 Update Notes
Our latest update for Fallout 76 launches today to bring improvements to Appalachia.
Louisville Takes Down Syracuse 84-65
Louisville must’ve watched the tape from the Duke game Thursday night and thought “oh hey coming out high energy and smothering the other team is a great way to start the game let’s try that!” The Cards literally held Syracuse scoreless from the field for the entire first quarter and went into the 2nd up […]
US Olympians speaking up about politics at home face online backlash
U.S. Olympians are beginning to face backlash for speaking out about domestic politics at the Milan Cortina Games.
We may see Apple's new iPads and MacBooks in only a matter of weeks
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple could be planning a product launch for as soon as the week of March 2.
Winter Olympics 2026 AM roundup: Lindsey Vonn crashes, Breezy Johnson wins gold
Bad Bunny created a cultural phenomenon. Can he spark a political one?
The Puerto Rican superstar’s music has brought Latinos together. Democrats are jealous.
Men's Basketball to Play Monday at Bucknell on CBS Sports Network
The first of back-to-back road games for the Mids this week will be Monday night when Navy plays at Bucknell in a 6 p.m. game. The CBS Sports Network will televise the game, with both WNAV and WFED providing radio coverage.
Democrat Chasity Verret Martinez wins Louisiana state House special seat in district Trump won
Democrat Chasity Verret Martinez defeated her Republican opponent in a district President Trump won by 13 points in 2024.
Lindsey Vonn’s Olympic dream ends in violent downhill crash
Various broadcasts captured audio of Vonn crying, “Oh my God!” as a buoyant crowd grew essentially silent.
Winter Olympics: Lindsey Vonn airlifted off mountain after crashing out hard in women's downhill
Vonn crashed almost immediately after the start.
Free Kentucky Shakespeare Festival returns for 2026. See the full lineup
The 2026 season of the free Kentucky Shakespeare Festival returns to Old Louisville's Central Park. Here's the full lineup.
Why robotic surgeries are bringing patients from across country to Louisville
Louisville is leading the charge in a handful of robotic-assisted surgeries, attracting patients from across the globe seeking life-changing care.
Louisiana is trying to avoid a nearly $100 million penalty by fixing errors in food stamp program
With $95 million on the line, Louisiana health officials are rolling out cash bonuses, tighter reviews and new wage checks to reduce errors in SNAP, the food assistance program serving one in five households statewide.
Pool Corp. hires new exec; Jefferson Chamber, Habitat for Humanity of GBR name new boards
Take a look at some of the recent promotions and new hires announced at south Louisiana businesses.
How to shut down a business
Most companies eventually close, and more start-up founders are turning to consultants for help with handling the process
NFL news, live updates ahead of Super Bowl 2026: Seahawks, Patriots keep it loose in final stretch
‘Road‑rage’ driver smacks car with hand, then crashes into Casselberry business, police say
A driver was cited for reckless driving after a road‑rage confrontation ended with his vehicle crashing into a nearby business, according to Casselberry police.
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.
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.
Mecklenburg County health officials issue measles exposure for Lidl, Vista Auction
The notice is linked to a measles case from another jurisdiction rather than a local case, health officials said.
Zambia bishops instruct clergy and faithful to stay out of partisan politics
“The Church is not and must never be a mouthpiece for any political party or candidate,” the Zambian bishops stated. Read more in this roundup of world news that you may have missed this past week.
Balch Finds Her Place Behind the Scenes of Sports’ Biggest Events
With the Super Bowl back in Santa Clara, Santa Clara alumna Nicolette Balch is watching from a different vantage point than the one she had nearly a decade ago — not as someone working the event, but as a former student-athlete whose career once took her to the NFL's biggest stage.
Opinion | The powerful, personal politics of America's Olympic 'Blade Angels'
Hannah Holland: In a sport still largely defined by traditional, narrow ideas of femininity and grace, Alysa Liu and Amber Glenn are not stereotypical figure skaters.
After decades of cars and loyal customers, a Salt Lake City auto shop closes for the last time
After decades of servicing cars and earning customers' trust in Salt Lake City, Brigham Street Service is closed. Its loyal customers have some stories to tell.
Engadget review recap: Shokz OpenFit Pro, Nex Playground, Sony A7 V and more
A roundup of recent reviews published by Engadget.
Americans now bet on every game like it’s the Super Bowl
Danny Funt: Prop bets used to be a sideshow in sports gambling — now they’re the main draw.
Anonymous letter targeted NOLA restaurants over ‘ICE Out’ support, but owners didn’t back down
Some of the businesses that received a letter included Flour Moon, Smoke & Honey and NOLA Craft Culture. Here’s more.
Macomb County business incubator offers $10K pitch competition
If you haven’t heard of the local business incubator Velocity, you might be missing some great opportunities to learn, grow a business, and even win some cold hard cash.
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.
Arts and entertainment throughout the region
A listing of arts and entertainment events throughout the region.
Broadcasters prepare for 850 hours of winter sports action
The majority of the International Olympic Committee’s revenues come from broadcast rights and sponsorship deals
Oregon advocates drop ballot measure that would secure rights to transgender health care, abortion, same-sex marriage
One of the potential statewide measures vying for the November ballot is calling it quits.
Following advocacy from Columbia affiliates, Trump reverses course on effort to ‘strangle’ science research funding
Following recent advocacy efforts by Columbia affiliates, President Donald Trump signed a spending deal Tuesday that includes billions more in funding for the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention than his 2026 budget proposal. The increase marks a major break from the president’s previous efforts to gut science agencies that fund research at Columbia and universities across the nation.
Atkins Stohr and Parker on political fallout from Trump’s call to ‘nationalize’ elections
Winter Olympics 2026: Opening Ceremony marks official start of Milan Cortina games; Andrea Bocelli, Sabrina Impacciatore stun in performances
Mark Cuban: ‘Health care costs drop like that’ if the administration breaks up big insurance companies
Cuban and a top Medicare official touted ways to help consumers save money when purchasing prescription medications.
Can apes play pretend? Scientists use an imaginary tea party to find out
For the first time, an experiment hints that an ape in captivity can have an imagination.
Anthropic’s breakout moment: how Claude won business and shook markets
Start-up’s bet on enterprise users is paying off as coding tools fuel revenue and investor frenzy
Amazon's AI bet on Anthropic soars to $61 billion valuation
The cloud giant holds convertible notes in Anthropic. As the AI startup raises more money, this debt converts to equity.
Timothy Busfield indicted on child sex abuse charges by New Mexico grand jury
The 68-year-old Emmy-winning actor and director was indicted on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a child, the Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office said in a statement.
China criticizes U.S. for WHO pullout, accusing it of sidestepping international law
China criticized the United States for withdrawing from the WHO, saying countries should not place domestic politics ahead of international law.
Sources: Sacramento State making aggressive effort to join FBS league, proposing an eight-figure entry fee
While many FBS leagues have rebuffed the proposal — the Mountain West and the Pac-12 among them — other league executives are exploring the possibility.
Argentina and US sign major trade deal targeting tariffs and boosting political alliance
Argentina's foreign minister, Pablo Quirno, announced the deal's signing on social media on Thursday.
An Oral History Of Fallout
We spoke to many of the most instrumental people in the franchise’s past and present to tell Fallout’s story in their own words.
Taylor Swift releases ‘Opalite’ music video packed with cameos from Domhnall Gleeson, Graham Norton, Lewis Capaldi and more
Swift exclusively premiered the music video on Apple Music and Spotify Premium.
The sports with the highest injury rates at the Winter Olympics
With all eyes on the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, athletes are gearing up to deliver jaw-dropping moments of speed, skill and courage.
Men's Basketball to Conclude Road Trip Against Elon On CBS Sports Network
The Drexel men's basketball team will conclude its two-game road trip Saturday against the Elon Phoenix. Tip-off is scheduled for 12 p.m. and will be broadca...
Trump shares a racist video that depicts the Obamas as primates
President Donald Trump used his social media account to share a video about election conspiracy theories that includes a racist depiction of former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, as primates in a jungle.
The 2026 sports calendar is setting up to be an all-timer
In today's edition: Big year of sports ahead, Stafford wins MVP, Skubal's big day, Olympics watchlist, Super Bowl pregame reading, photo finish, and more.
Loyola Chicago Hosts VCU For National Girls and Women in Sports Day
The Loyola University Chicago women's basketball team hosts VCU for National Girls and Women in Sports Day this Saturday (Feb. 7) at Gentile Arena. Tip-off on ESPN+/Marquee Network is set for 2 p.m. with Sam Brief (play by play) and Karli Bell calling the action (color).
Clutter, hoarding is 'visual noise' for the brain, Louisiana psychiatrist says
Here are some tips to kickstart decluttering and visually clearing the mind.
Science Quiz: Dark and cloudy skies
Put your science knowledge to the test with this week’s news quiz. Play now.
How many Winter Olympians played college sports? Inside the NCAA’s impact in the 2026 Milan Cortina Games
The road to the Winter Olympics runs through snow-covered mountains, frozen rinks and, for more than 240 Olympic athletes, college campuses. These athletes represent 19 nations, span 86 colleges and bring 70 national championships, showcasing that Olympians are made here, in the NCAA.
This Olympic sport doesn’t include women. Now the men’s side is at risk.
Nordic combined has been part of every Winter Games program since 1924, but it’s facing existential questions stemming from participation numbers and gender equity.
What Does It Take To Prove You’re Sick Enough To Get Treatment?
Hawaiʻi must seriously consider a universal health care system that does not hinge on employment or the outcome of an adversarial hearing.
By the numbers: Amazon's rapid Louisiana expansion reaches 13 locations, over 10,000 employees
"It gives you confidence," one broker said, "'Hey look, if Jeff Bezos thinks I should build something right here, then why shouldn't I?"
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.
Stellantis to take $26 billion hit overhauling its business after 'over-estimating the pace of the energy transition'
Stellantis said Friday it expects to take a roughly 22-billion-euro ($26 billion) as it overhauls its business to accelerate the rollout of electric and hybrid vehicles.
The perilous age of quantum politics
Think of Donald Trump as an energised particle colliding with a sensitive geopolitical nucleus
The multimillion dollar business of sports ceremonies
Balich Wonder Studio is leading an event that represents a significant investment for sponsors and broadcasters
St. Louis mobile RV business works to rebuild after truck was stolen, torched
A St. Louis small business owner is starting over after her truck and thousands of dollars in tools were stolen last month in Kansas City, Missouri, and the vehicle was later found abandoned and torched
NFL news, live updates ahead of Super Bowl 2026: NFL Honors led by MVP Matthew Stafford; HOF class announced
NFL awards: Mike Vrabel of the Patriots wins his second Coach of the Year award
The NFL handed out its awards from the regular season at its NFL Honors show Thursday.
Lindsey Graham Is, to No One’s Surprise, Still the Most Ridiculous Man in Congress
According to a new puff profile in Politico, the senator has “main character energy.” Of course, so did Gilligan and Mr. Ed.
2026 NBA trade tracker: Full deal details, grades, analysis
The science behind some of the world’s fastest ice
Olympic ice is engineered to balance grip and glide. Here’s how physics, chemistry, and meticulous ice making shape the fastest sport on ice.