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Old NASA science satellite falls back to Earth
An old NASA science satellite is no more. The U.S. Space Force says the Van Allen Probe A plunged uncontrolled from orbit on Wednesday, reentering over the Pacific west of the Galapagos Islands.
Old NASA science satellite plunges back to Earth
An old NASA science satellite plunged uncontrolled from orbit and reentered over the Pacific on Wednesday. The U.S. Space Force said the Van Allen Probe A came in west of the Galapagos Islands. NASA...
2 'View' cohosts collapse on air during live broadcast
'The View' cohosts Whoopi Goldberg and Sara Haines collapsed during a conversation about Chelsea Handler's new relationship.
Save up to $320 on M4, M5 MacBook Air laptops with March savings
Brand-new M5 and closeout M4 models are discounted today at Amazon and B&H, as the Apple retailers compete for your business with midweek deals.
After using MacBook Neo, it's clear Windows needs to rethink its PC strategy (and fast)
Apple's new $599 laptop will force Windows PCs and Chromebooks to respond in turn. That's a good thing.
Manalapan couple's découpage business creates music for your eyes
Stuck on Découpage in Manalapan crafts custom découpage turntables, guitars and music-themed gifts as well as wooden boxes, frames, trays and more.
Scientists may have found a pill for sleep apnea
A European clinical trial found that the drug sulthiame significantly reduced breathing interruptions in people with moderate to severe sleep apnea. Patients taking higher doses experienced up to 47% fewer pauses in breathing and improved oxygen levels during sleep. The drug helps stabilize breathing signals in the brain, reducing airway collapse. Scientists say the findings could pave the way for a pill-based alternative to CPAP machines.
Why authentic leadership matters more than ever
Mission-driven leaders are facing unprecedented pressure as economic uncertainty, political polarization, rapid technological change and growing public scrutiny reshape how organizations operate, Harvard Business Review writes. A recent analysis highlights how these overlapping forces are turning routine decisions into tests of values, strategy and credibility. Research based on surveys and discussions with nonprofit and social […]
Asus releases new 14-inch gaming laptop in the US with AMD Strix Halo
Asus has finally started selling its first AMD Strix Halo gaming laptop in the US. Equipped with a 165 Hz display, the new laptop also features a 73 Wh battery with 100 W charging via USB Type-C. Unfortunately, Asus has decided against offering a 64 GB RAM variant in the US, which would have allowed the TUF Gaming A14 FA401EA to assign up to 48 GB VRAM to its Radeon 8060S iGPU.
I reviewed the MacBook Neo, ask me anything
I’ll be here to answer subscriber questions about Apple’s new $599 laptop today at 11AM PT / 2PM ET.
‘LaPolitics:’ State’s new strategic plan targets energy growth
In an effort to bolster and grow a core of its overall business portfolio—the energy and process industries—Louisiana has overhauled and reorganized related regulatory departments and commissioned its first targeted strategic plan in two decades. Louisiana Economic Development commissioned the strategic plan, which zeroed in on the energy and process industries as the most lucrative […]
Olaplex stock has plunged since its IPO. Here’s how the hair care brand is trying to turn itself around
Olaplex, a prestige hair care brand, has seen its sales and stock price plummet after a lawsuit. Now, the company is trying to turn its business around.
Scientists 'Re-Watch' Videos Seen by Mice by Studying Their Brains
A free episode idea for Black Mirror.
Community chips in to help business damaged by building collapse
The building has sat empty since the 1980's, but over the weekend, part of the for 5 and 10 in Wellsville collapsed onto a neighboring business in the 400 block
Commercial Appeal wins APSE awards for Jason Munz's sports writing, Chris Day's photography
Sports writer Jason Munz and photographer Chris Day were honored for their work by the Associated Press Sports Editors in its annual contest.
Shots fired at Rihanna's Beverly Hills home, suspect taken into custody
Multiple shots were fired toward Rihanna's Beverly Hills home on Sunday afternoon, LAPD confirms. The "Umbrella" singer was home at the time of the shooting, according to news reports, but no one at the residence was harmed, the LAPD confirmed.
MacBook Neo 2 Could Feature Touchscreen
Apple's second-generation MacBook Neo will launch in 2027 and could feature a touchscreen, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Apple this week announced the MacBook Neo, an all-new entry-level Apple laptop that starts at $599, with education pricing at $499. The MacBook Neo is designed to compete with lower-cost Windows laptops and Chromebooks, while expanding the Mac lineup with a substantially more affordable option.
LAPD officers respond to business robbery call, fatally shoot suspect behind counter
Officers with the Los Angeles Police Department opened fire on a suspect while responding to a robbery call late Saturday night. According to the LAPD Public Information Officer, units were called …
Engineers make magnets behave like graphene
Engineers have discovered an unexpected link between two very different realms of physics: the behavior of electrons in graphene and magnetic waves in specially engineered materials. By designing a thin magnetic film with a hexagonal pattern of holes—similar to graphene’s structure—the researchers showed that magnetic “spin waves” can follow the same mathematical rules as graphene’s famously unusual electrons. The surprising overlap reveals a deeper connection between electronic and magnetic systems and gives scientists a powerful new way to study complex magnetic materials.
Formula 1: George Russell wins Australian Grand Prix after taking advantage of early VSC
Russell made his only pit stop 12 laps into the 58-lap race.
Kings collapse late in heartbreaking loss to Canadiens
Two goals surrendered in 49 seconds with five minutes left in the game buried the Kings in their 4-3 loss against the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday.
Raven-Symoné collapses in hysterics after learning lyrics she's being quizzed on are from her own song
Raven-Symoné collapsed in hysterics after learning that the lyrics she was being quizzed on in a game on her podcast were from her own song: 'This is definitely somebody white.'
Apple's Strange TikTok Videos Capturing Gen Z's Attention
Apple is promoting the MacBook Neo with a series of intentionally strange TikTok videos that are successfully capturing Gen Z's attention. Since Thursday, Apple has been posting the videos in sets of three, with each video corresponding to one of the MacBook Neo's Blush, Citrus, and Indigo color options. The laptop also comes in Silver, so there may be a final set of videos tomorrow.
Weekly deals: iPhone 17e, new iPad Air, MacBook Neo, plus new MacBook Air and Pro
It was a week of major announcements from Apple that may shake up the smartphone, tablet and laptop markets. This can’t be a coincidence – Apple picked the...
I Tried the $599 MacBook Neo. Apple Just Flipped the Budget-Laptop Script
Apple’s long-rumored budget MacBook has finally arrived, and after my first hands-on session, the sleek, surprisingly capable MacBook Neo feels like a breakout hit.
Trump warns US collegiate system could collapse without reform to sports
President Donald Trump has predicted the destruction not just of college sports but the entire U.S. collegiate system unless the industry is fixed quickly.
M5 14-inch MacBook Pro vs M5 13-inch MacBook Air
The arrival of the M5 MacBook Air means that Apple once again has two laptops with the standard M5 chip...
The Morning After: Apple takes on cheap Windows laptops and Chromebooks with the $599 MacBook Neo
The biggest news stories this morning: Nothing Phone 4a Pro hands-on, Sorry, first-party PlayStation games aren't coming to PC anymore, Google Pixel 10a review: Small changes, but still great value.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.
John Curtis and Huntington play another close semifinal, and the winner this time gets payback
As Bailey Timmons raised her arms and Ke’Sonja Nelson forcefully clapped her hands, the two John Curtis seniors could finally celebrate their state semifinal win.
The Pentagon’s AI Contract Scuffle Exposed A Danger To Businesses
Also in the Forbes CIO newsletter: How to make progress on both AI and database issues, a look at OpenAI’s contract-filled funding round, Apple introduces a $599 laptop.
The Bargain-Basement MacBook Neo Exposes the Insane Price of Another Key Apple Product
Can it really be the case that the company can now make a laptop $200 cheaper than a watch?
Google makes Gmail, Drive, and Docs 'agent-ready' for OpenClaw
A new command-line interface for Google Workspace greases the wheels for personal AI assistants like OpenClaw to tap directly into Workspace documents.
MacBook Neo Expected to 'Reshape' Laptop Market in Major Way
Apple's new MacBook Neo could help the company grow notebook shipments by nearly 8% this year, even as the broader laptop market faces a hefty downturn, according to a new report from TrendForce. The research firm estimates global notebook shipments will fall 9.2% year-over-year in 2026, with the potential for steeper declines if demand stays weak. Rising memory and CPU costs are said to have pushed most PC makers to pare back their product lines and play it safe with inventory.
Apple MacBook Neo Capped at 8 GB RAM by A18 Pro InFO-PoP Packaging
Yesterday, Apple announced its newest low-cost MacBook Neo, starting at $599 in the United States, or about $499 for education and students. Some online criticism emerged regarding Apple's decision to offer a laptop with only 8 GB of RAM in 2026, with no options for higher RAM capacity. However, thi...
Iran had a plan to fight Israel and the US. It all collapsed after October 7.
The rise and fall of the “Axis of Resistance.”
Apple unveils lower cost iPhone 17e, raises prices on MacBooks
The price increases for the company's laptops come amid a global memory shortage dubbed "RAMageddon" that is being fueled by the rise in demand for artificial intelligence.
Hands-On: Apple’s New iPhone 17e and Other New Products
Apple Inc. this week unveiled a slate of new products, including the $599 MacBook Neo — its first true low-end laptop — and the iPhone 17e. The company also announced updated versions of the MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Studio Display and iPad Air.
Apple Launches $599 MacBook Neo, Threatening Windows PC Market
Apple Inc. rolled out the $599 MacBook Neo in its biggest push yet into low-end laptops, aiming to challenge Windows PCs and Chromebooks for budget-minded shoppers.
Mysterious 'little red dots' discovered by James Webb telescope may be the first stars in the universe on the verge of collapse
A new study suggests that "little red dots" spied by the James Webb Space Telescope could be the universe's short-lived first generation of gigantic stars, challenging an existing theory.
Apple Accidentally Leaks 'MacBook Neo,' Its Rumored Low-Cost Laptop
Apple apparently uploaded (and promptly deleted) a regulatory document to its website for a MacBook Neo. Will we see it at tomorrow's Apple event?
Using Lenovo's Yoga Book 3D Laptop Felt Like Borrowing Tools From the Future
Used to making fists at your laptop screen? You'll love this. The Yoga Book Pro 3D Concept blends glasses-free 3D visuals, gesture controls, and dual touch screens to reimagine how creators work with digital objects. I gave it a test-drive.
Apple's rumored MacBook Neo, a lower-cost, colorful laptop, could launch this week
This would mark the first time Apple competes with cheaper hardware like the Chromebook.
Apple’s website leaks MacBook ‘Neo,’ which could be its new cheaper laptop
Is the “MacBook Neo” Apple’s budget Mac?
Apple unveils new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro with M5
These updated M5 chips were specifically designed to make the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro laptops better at handling intensive AI tasks.
Apple Launches Upgraded MacBook Pro, Air and New Studio Monitors
Apple Inc. updated its two main laptop computer lines, adding faster processors to the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro in a bid to reignite sales.
World Birth Defects Day: “Behind every diagnosis is a story that deserves to be supported through strong public policies and strengthened health systems”
Interview with Pablo Durán, Regional Advisor on Perinatal and Neonatal Health at PAHOWashington, D.C., March 3, 2026 (PAHO) – Today marks World Birth Defects Day, an opportunity to raise awareness about a group of conditions that remain one of the leading causes of neonatal mortality and childhood disability in the Region of the Americas. Although many can be prevented or treated, thousands of families each year face diagnoses that require specialized care, continuous follow-up, and comprehensive support.
Apple introduces the new MacBook Air with M5
Apple today announced the new MacBook Air with M5, bringing exceptional performance and expanded AI capabilities to the world’s most popular laptop.
DC health officials lift water advisory on Potomac River after sewage spill
D.C. health officials are lifting a recreational advisory on the Potomac River, citing an improvement in water quality after a sewage line collapsed in January.
Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear Elite chip is made for smartwatches and AI devices
Qualcomm's Snapdragon Elite chips are reserved for the best Android phones and laptops, and now the company has introduced the first in the series for wearables.
Lenovo Unveils an Attachable AI Agent 'Companion' for Their Laptops
As the Mobile World Conference begins in Spain, Lenovo brought a new attachable accessory for their laptops — an AI agent. CNET reports: The little circular module perches on the top of your Lenovo laptop display, attached via the magnetic Magic Bay on the rear. The module is home to an adora...
Lenovo shows off snap-together laptop with removable keyboard, screen, and ports
: New ThinkPads also come in blue, get perfect fixability score
Lenovo’s Latest Wacky Concepts Include a Laptop With a Built-in Portable Monitor
At MWC 2026, the company also showed off a dual-screen Yoga Book with 3D capabilities, and the Legion Go Fold—a gaming handheld with a folding screen that converts into a mini laptop.
Lenovo Teases Modular Laptop, Foldable Gaming Handheld Concepts
Lenovo Group Ltd. revealed several new proof-of-concept prototypes, including a “modular” laptop with two displays and detachable ports, along with a portable gaming device featuring a folding display.
Honor MagicBook Pro 14 2026 Laptop Review - OLED all-rounder impresses with Panther Lake
Notebookcheck review of the Honor MagicBook Pro 14 2026 with Intel Core Ultra 5 338H & Arc B370 and 120 Hz OLED touchscreen.
US Government Is Accelerating Coral Reef Collapse, Scientists Warn
Proposed Endangered Species Act rollbacks and military expansions are leaving the Pacific’s most diverse coral reefs legally defenseless.
Japan: Resident Evil Requiem on Nintendo Switch 2 is sold out at three of the biggest game retailers
It seems as though Japanese gamers are lapping up the recently released Resident Evil Requiem on the Nintendo Switch 2. Reports are circulating that the latest Resident Evil game on the Nintendo…
A firm hiring blind staff went bust - but its mission lives on
The business had been running for over 150 years before it collapsed, so one former employee took matters into her own hands.
Iran could face political and societal challenges if the regime collapses
NBC News' Richard Engel reports on the aftermath of the strikes the United States and Israel conducted on Iran and the political and societal challenges and changes that could come next.
FINAL LAPS: Shane van Gisbergen takes the checkered flag at Focused Health 250 at COTA
Shane van Gisbergen took the checkered flag at the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Focused Health 250 at COTA.
‘It’s a slap in the face of the United States Congress’: Lawmakers fume as Trump again bombs without their blessing
Top Capitol Hill Democrats, and a small number of Republicans, watched in alarm Saturday as the administration launched a major US assault on Iran, decrying President Donald Trump’s call for the overthrow of another foreign government without their expressed approval.
Slap You With Science! Weekend tie dye coat edition 2-28-2026
Dennis Quaid's ex-costar blasts his 'crazy' Trump support after Air Force One trip: 'At least I got to slap him'
One of Dennis Quaid's former costars blasted his 'crazy' support of Donald Trump after the actor flew on Air Force One with the president: 'At least I got to slap him.'
Satellite pics show devastation at Iranian supreme leader's residence
At least six buildings were heavily damaged by the strike, with several collapsed, an analysis of fresh and older satellite images shows.
Trump raises possibility of 'friendly takeover of Cuba' coming out of talks with Havana
Trump has previously suggested that U.S. military action in Cuba might not be necessary, arguing the island’s economy was weak enough to collapse on its own.
Jesse Jackson obituary: charismatic civil rights leader who ran for president
Jackson was a protégé of Martin Luther King Jr. before carving out his own place in the African-American struggle
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.
Apple's rumored 'cheap' MacBook makes me worried for Windows laptops and Chromebooks
The rumored $599 MacBook distracts from the incremental upgrades of its core laptops while taking a bite out of the budget PC market.
Lenovo leak reveals a foldable gaming handheld that’s also a Windows laptop
The transformer of gaming handhelds.
Razer’s new laptop sleeve wirelessly charges other devices
If you already travel with your laptop protected, this sleeve lets you leave a couple of chargers at home.
Another second-half road collapse for WSU
Once again, the Washington State Cougars couldn’t hold onto a halftime lead and completely collapsed in the second half. In a game they needed to win to keep their hopes alive for that coveted four seed, they were outscored 43-27 in the second half by the Loyola Marymount Lions for a gut-punch 67-66 loss. The […]
The MOST Effective Thermal Mass Works Like A Sunburn
Way, way back in the days when men wore beards and wide-lapelled suits in exotic colors, only NASA had access to photovoltaics and ‘solar’ meant solar thermal. In those days of appropri…
Jayapal, Lawler Introduce Bipartisan Advance Global Health Act to Streamline State Department Data Reporting
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) and Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) introduced the bipartisan Advance Global Health Act, a bill that consolidates many reports from the Department of State’s Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy into one comprehensive, searchable annual report. Currently, the U.S. Department of State is required to produce multiple overlapping reports […]
US winding down health aid to Zimbabwe after talks collapse
The U.S. is winding down its health assistance to Zimbabwe after negotiations over a $367 million funding agreement broke down, the U.S. Embassy in Harare announced Tuesday. Zimbabwe pulled out of …
More Lower-Cost MacBook Details Surface Ahead of 'Apple Experience' Next Week
Apple is expected to unveil up to five new products next week, including a lower-cost MacBook, and a few more details about the laptop surfaced today. According to supply chain sources who spoke to DigiTimes, the entry-level MacBook will indeed be launching in March. The report said volume shipments of the laptop to Apple are projected to begin next month. Quanta Computer is expected to be the primary assembler of this new model, and Foxconn is expected to join in later.
Did the Constitution doom American democracy?
In 2015, Matt Yglesias predicted America’s political system would collapse. Did Trump prove him right?
US to end health aid to Zimbabwe after funding talks collapse
The U.S. is to wind down health assistance to Zimbabwe after the African country withdrew from talks on a proposed $367 million bilateral funding deal.
Guthrie Sheriff's Former Political Rival Rips Chris Nanos
In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Lt. Heather Lappin calls Nanos a "tyrant" who runs Pima County like "a mafioso."
Chevy Corvette ZR1 Sets Car And Driver's New Lightning Lap Record, Beats McLaren Senna By 0.7 Seconds
This isn't one of those, "Sure it's quick in a straight line, but what about corners?" conversations that people normally have about cheap American performance.
Apple’s Touch-Screen MacBook Pro to Have Dynamic Island, New Interface
Apple Inc.’s long-awaited foray into touch-screen laptops will bring major changes to the Mac interface, including the addition of the iPhone’s Dynamic Island feature, according to people familiar with the matter.
Samsung Galaxy Book 6 series will be available in the US starting on March 11
You can now reserve Samsung's Book 6 series laptops.
The ACA health coverage subsidy lapse hit 22 million people. Here are some of their stories
The lapse of enhanced subsidies for Affordable Care Act marketplace insurance has forced families to make difficult financial choices.
Olaplex links with ‘SNL’ star to blend science, style and humor in new ads
Chloe Fineman serves as Chief Hair Officer for “Science Never Looked So Good,” a campaign that promotes the hair care brand’s bond repair treatment.
Atlanta Braves planning new local network that could include Grizzlies, per report
The Memphis Grizzlies could have a new home for their local broadcasts next season, according to a report from Sports Business Journal on Feb. 23.
Reading the enemy: How genome science is reshaping the fight against wheat stem rust
In 2013, farmers in the highlands of Ethiopia began to notice something unsettling: a familiar variety of wheat was failing in an unfamiliar way. Stems weakened, plants collapsed, and fields that had ...
Don't Buy a Refurbished or Used Windows 10 Computer
It's a trap! There are some great deals on used and refurbished desktops and laptops that are still running Windows 10. Don't do it.
ENG vs SL: Imperfect England dismantle error-strewn Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup Super Eight hopes faltered as they succumbed to a 51-run defeat against England, marking their 12th consecutive loss to the opposition. Despite a disciplined bowling effort restricting England to 146, Sri Lanka's batting collapsed spectacularly, folding for just 95. A reckless start and a flurry of wickets proved too much to overcome.
Apple's rumored new MacBook sounds like a nightmare for budget Windows laptops
A cheaper entry point into the Apple ecosystem
The Times' top 25 high school baseball rankings
St. John Bosco and Orange Lutheran remain atop The Times' high school baseball rankings one week into the 2026 season.
Nvidia re-enters PC market with AI-powered laptop chips
Nvidia plans an AI laptop chip comeback with Dell/Lenovo, partnering with MediaTek and Intel to power next-gen Windows PCs—see what it means for NVDA.
“Low Power but Very Powerful”:Nvidia (NVDA) Eyes $150 Million Laptop Market in AI Push
Nvidia ($NVDA) is moving back into the consumer laptop market, and the timing is notable as the company reports earnings on Feb. 25. While Nvidia is now known for i...
Cuba’s health care system pushed to the brink by US fuel blockade, Cuban minister says
HAVANA (AP) — Cuba’s debilitated health care system has been pushed to the brink of collapse by the U.S. blockading the country’s oil supply, a Cuban official said Friday. The country’s medical sys…
Cuba’s health care system pushed to the brink by US fuel blockade, Cuban minister says
Cuban officials say a U.S. fuel blockade is pushing Cuba’s health system toward collapse and putting lives at risk.
Cuba's health care system pushed to the brink by US fuel blockade, Cuban minister says
Cuban officials say a U.S. fuel blockade is pushing Cuba’s health system toward collapse and putting lives at risk
Cuba's health care system pushed to the brink by US fuel blockade, Cuban minister says
Cuban officials say a U.S. fuel blockade is pushing Cuba’s health system toward collapse and putting lives at risk.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.
Delco Council ends Crozer Health disaster declaration
Delaware County Council has ensured that “ambulance coverage is intact and operational” following the collapse of Crozer Health.