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Triceratops had a giant nose that may have cooled its massive head
Triceratops’ massive head may have been doing more than just showing off those famous horns. Using CT scans and 3D reconstructions of fossil skulls, researchers uncovered a surprisingly complex nasal system hidden inside its enormous snout. Instead of being just a supersized nose for smelling, it likely housed intricate networks of nerves and blood vessels—and even special structures that helped regulate heat and moisture.
Pecans found to improve cholesterol and boost heart health
A sweeping new scientific review suggests that pecans — America’s native nut — may pack more heart power than many people realize. After analyzing over 20 years of research, scientists found consistent evidence that eating pecans can improve key markers of cardiovascular health, including total cholesterol and “bad” LDL cholesterol, while also supporting antioxidant defenses.
Pecans found to improve cholesterol and boost heart health
A sweeping new scientific review suggests that pecans — America’s native nut — may pack more heart power than many people realize. After analyzing over 20 years of research, scientists found consistent evidence that eating pecans can improve key markers of cardiovascular health, including total cholesterol and “bad” LDL cholesterol, while also supporting antioxidant defenses.
Dallas-Fort Worth business datebook for the week of Feb. 22
Keurig Dr. Pepper, Vistra and Nvidia are among market movers that will give imporant updates this week.
Russia's Arctic units wrecked in Ukraine, NATO bracing for comeback
NATO needs to use this time to prepare for a Russian resurgence in the Arctic, a top Norwegian military official told Business Insider.
Pokémon GO Events This Week: 23 February
Pokémon GO’s February 23 to March 1 week has us entering the final week of Precious Paths! Enjoy a bumper week of daily raid hours, the build up to Kalos Tour, and the epic Global Kalos Tour event! Plus the weekly rotating Spotlight and Raid Hours, Dynamax Battles and Mega Raids. ⭐Highlights Raid Boss Change […]
Josh Shapiro to neighbors: Get off my lawn
The Pennsylvania governor and Democratic star is embroiled in a dispute with his neighbor that has escalated into an unlikely political saga.
‘GRWM’ to meet the governor: How Mass. politicians are turning to friendly influencers to spread their messages
Massachusetts politicians are increasingly embracing online creators to expand their reach beyond traditional press, including offering them one-on-one interviews or inviting them to events.
Science & Medicine: Exercise is medicine for people with Parkinson's disease
Exercise can improve function and slow disease progression in people with Parkinson's disease, but why? A UT Health San Antonio researcher is studying patients who exercise and play virtual reality games to see if she can figure out the answer.
What is ‘Jeffing’? This walk-run technique can help you get in shape.
The cardio workout offers significant health benefits, even for those who don’t want to run continuously.
Leaders in seasonal businesses must prepare for abundance, scarcity
Leadership is a craft. And in seasonal economies, it’s a craft shaped by tides, timing, and tenacity.
Will China be able to poach scientists from the West?
It’s too early to call it a brain drain. But researchers who have made the move say the China offered them opportunities to take their work in new directions.
What we learned about Texas politics this primary cycle
Texas is changing politically. Our time in the political trenches showed how.
Garcia beats Barrios to claim WBC welterweight title
Ryan Garcia secures his first major title with a dominant unanimous decision victory over Mario Barrios in Las Vegas to become the new WBC welterweight champion.
Local school district takes part in mental health summit
The Real Talk Mental Health Summit brought together students from Trotwood-Madison schools in grades 8 through 12 for a day of education, empowerment, and healing.
Ryan Garcia routs Mario Barrios to take WBC welterweight title
And the new! Ryan Garcia has won his first world title as a professional.
Ryan Garcia vs. Mario Barrios full fight video highlights
Ryan Garcia wins WBC welterweight title against Mario Barrios
60% disapprove of Trump ahead of State of the Union, Post-ABC poll finds
Democrats have made little headway in persuading Americans that they have better ideas or policies to offer.
Local businesses raising money for family of Tipp City woman killed in deadly shooting
“This community is a tight-knit community. We all stick together, and it was just a horrible thing that happened.”
Trump says he’s sending a hospital boat to Greenland
President Donald Trump said Saturday that he is sending a hospital boat to Greenland, the Arctic island and Danish territory he has sought to acquire.
🚨 Line-ups announced for Cruz Azul v Chivas
This Saturday, Cruz Azul hosts Chivas to compete in Matchday 7 of the Liga MX, a duel in which the team led by Nicolás Larcamón will seek to halt the perfect run of Milito's Rebaño, the leader of t...
No. 3 Duke has inside track to No. 1 seed in March Madness after its 68-63 win over No. 1 Michigan
Duke's Cameron Boozer has been ruthlessly efficient from the field this season. Will he have as much success against top-ranked Michigan?
After Indiana gambit, Bears signal progress in Illinois
The back and forth comes as the team tries to advance legislation in two states without making public comments that could sour relationships or scuttle talks on either side of the border.
Willie Colón, architect of urban salsa music, dies at 75
Willie Colón, a key creator of urban salsa and a longtime social activist, has died. He was 75. His family and manager confirmed his death in social media posts Saturday.
Blindness may no longer be irreversible. A discovery in South Korea just changed the science. - Futura-Sciences
More than 300 million people worldwide live with retinal diseases that medicine cannot yet reverse. Conditions like retinitis pigmentosa and macular degeneration destroy the photoreceptor cells that make sight possible, and once those cells die, they don’t come back, at least not in mammals. The reason puzzled researchers for decades,...
Vermont’s Republican governor has been campaigning on ‘affordability’ for years. Now other politicians are catching up.
Governor Phil Scott was early to the cost of living crisis. As other politicians catch up, his experience shows the benefits and limits of preaching "affordability."
Jesse Jackson transformed the study of Black politics
Jesse Jackson transformed the study of Black politics. Beyond his legacy as a civil rights leader, Jackson inspired empirical research on Black opinion and political behavior.
Opposition activists among 379 prisoners set for release under Venezuela's amnesty
Venezuela has begun releasing hundreds of people detained for political reasons under a new amnesty law
Serie A official Week 26 line-ups: Lecce vs. Inter
Inter try to consolidate their Serie A leadership without Lautaro Martinez and two top midfielders, so Marcus Thuram and Francesco Pio Esposito start for the trip to revitalised Lecce.It kicks off at ...
Chicago White Sox 2026 Spring Training schedule and results
The South Siders begin play on February 20 at the Cubs, finish up March 23 at the A’s, and play 33 games overall
Broaden your horizons at Atlanta Science Festival
Experience the wonders of science at the Atlanta Science Festival in March. Enjoy interactive events, explore different topics, and have fun!
Murky outlook for businesses after tariff ruling prompts countermoves by Trump
Businesses face a new wave of uncertainty after the Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under an emergency powers law and...
Division I college in Upstate NY adding women's flag football
The search for a coach is underway, and informal play is possible as early as spring 2027.
A huge study finds a link between cannabis use in teens and psychosis later
Researchers followed more than 400,000 teens until they were adults. It found that those who used marijuana were more likely to develop serious mental illness, as well as depression and anxiety.
“Celtic curse” hotspots found in Scotland and Ireland with 1 in 54 at risk
Researchers have mapped the genetic risk of hemochromatosis across the UK and Ireland for the first time, uncovering striking hotspots in north-west Ireland and the Outer Hebrides. In some regions, around one in 60 people carry the high-risk gene variant linked to iron overload. The condition can take decades to surface but may lead to liver cancer and arthritis if untreated.
Inside RFK Jr.’s long-running crusade against the flu vaccine
Trump’s health secretary has halted federal flu vaccine promotions, citing personal beliefs about vaccine risks.
Handing defeats to Trump, Supreme Court signals potential course change
A pair of rulings on tariffs and National Guard deployment mark the justices’ first major decisions against the president. More may be coming.
Sports can give us some wonderful memories. Here are some of the best, with a little help from a friend.
One of the great satisfactions attainable for any devoted sports fan is being able to say you had an early glimpse of greatness.
Simple, day-to-day tasks may delay Alzheimer’s and dementia, scientists say
The survey, one of the largest of its kind, promotes the idea that the texture of daily life can leave a measurable imprint on the aging brain.
Small business owner: More uncertainty after Trump tariffs overturned
Marc Bowker, a small business owner, said Trump continues to cause uncertainty for small businesses after Supreme Court tariff ruling.
How will Barcelona line up against Levante?
Hansi Flick’s possible XI for Sunday’s clash
Philippines’ Marcos Visits Former Rival Robredo, Won’t Talk Alliance Yet
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Saturday visited Naga City, where he took part in an event attended by his former rival and now local mayor Leni Robredo.
Some Atlanta business owners say tariffs hurt sales, but others say they got a boost
Business owners on both sides say they're optimistic about how the Supreme Court's decision will help.
Colorado GOP officers set competing meetings to hold ‘no-confidence’ votes on state chair Brita Horn
Once again, members of the Colorado Republican Party’s central committee have scheduled separate, competing meetings to consider whether the state GOP’s governing body supports its chair, but this time neither meeting will be held under a bridge. State GOP Chair Brita Horn on Feb. 14 issued a formal call for an online meeting on March […]
After decades of soliciting the expertise of locals, Hajo Eicken’s northern career is coming full circle
The director of the International Arctic Research Center at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is returning home to Germany after 28 years in Alaska.
Speaker Johnson denies request for Jesse Jackson to lie in honor at the Capitol
The Republican-led House said Jesse Jackson cannot lie in honor in the U.S. Capitol. The NAACP criticized the decision.
War Department Announces Realignment of Anomalous Health Incidents Cro
The War Department recently announced the realignment of the Anomalous Health Incidents Cross‑Functional Team to the Office of the Undersecretary of War for Research and Engineering.
Autism Rates Appear To Be Even Across Sexes. Diagnosis Is Not | Science Friday
There’s a long-held idea that autism is more prevalent in boys than girls—the CDC says it’s three times as common. But a growing body of research suggests the reality is more complica...
Common pneumonia bacterium may fuel Alzheimer’s disease
A common bacterium best known for causing pneumonia and sinus infections may also play a surprising role in Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found that Chlamydia pneumoniae can invade the retina and brain, where it sparks inflammation, nerve cell death, and the buildup of amyloid-beta—the hallmark protein linked to Alzheimer’s. Higher levels of the bacterium were found in people with Alzheimer’s, especially those carrying the high-risk APOE4 gene, and were tied to more severe cognitive decline.
Designing a systemic intervention for student loneliness and social connectedness using a mixed-methods, co-creation approach
npj Mental Health Research - Designing a systemic intervention for student loneliness and social connectedness using a mixed-methods, co-creation approach
The Google Weather Android ‘app’ is going away
Google is getting rid of Android’s de facto Weather app in favor of Search results. This deprecation started...
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
Apple's Low-Cost Colorful MacBook: All the Rumors
Apple has been developing a more affordable version of the MacBook, and it's rumored to be launching in under two weeks. This is going to be one of Apple's most unique Macs, because there hasn't really been anything quite like it before. We've rounded up everything we know about the low-cost MacBook ahead of its March debut. Design Rumors about the MacBook's design make it sound a lot like the MacBook Air.
‘OPB Politics Now’: Oregon Legislature approaches halfway mark of short session
The OPB Politics team recaps a busy week in Salem.
Schubert Biochemistry Lab Advances Science and Patient Care
The Schubert Research Clinic Biochemistry Laboratory plays a critical role in supporting investigators by delivering high-quality clinical and research assays that move science—and patient care—forward.
Trump loses favorite negotiating tool he touted to make peace and money
President responds to Supreme Court ruling by announcing an immediate 10 percent global tariff under a different legal authority and warned that more drastic measures could follow.
Hormel sells whole-turkey business to another Minnesota company, but Jennie-O remains
Waning consumer demand and volatile commodity prices have put pressure on poultry producers. Life-Science Innovations already owns other bird facilities throughout the state.
USF Health Morsani College of Medicine claims two national Top 10 rankings in NIH funding
Two USF Health Morsani College of Medicine departments now rank among the Top 10 nationally for NIH funding, with nine programs among the Top 50 in the latest Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings.
UT Dallas’ BrainHealth Week brings brain science to the public
The University of Texas at Dallas is bringing back its BrainHealth Week for a fourth year. The conference will run from Feb. 23-28 and offer a slate of public...
Planned Parenthood rolls out vasectomies at Mass. health centers
A playful Valentine’s Day announcement unveiled the long-requested service.
Why does women's pain last longer than men's? A new study offers an answer
The research suggests that men’s immune systems have a better mechanism for shutting off pain, which could explain why women have more chronic symptoms.
Trump banner on Justice Dept. building draws authoritarian comparisons
Democrats criticized the appearance of the president on the headquarters of a department that has long prided itself on being independent from the White House.
Scientists Shot Lasers at Charles Darwin’s Preserved Specimens. For Real.
A new method is giving researchers a better understanding of what’s been in those jars all these years.
Trump warns he's considering limited strikes as Iranian diplomat says proposed deal is imminent
President Donald Trump has warned that limited strikes against Iran are possible even as the country’s top diplomat says Tehran expects to have a proposed deal ready in the next few days following nuclear talks with the U.S. Trump’s remarks Friday came a few hours after Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi said on MSNOW’s “Morning Joe” show that his country was planning to finalize a draft deal in “the next two to three days” to then send to Washington
Five honored at Translational Science and Research Forum
Translational research brings discoveries from the laboratory and preclinical studies forward to clinical trials and studies in humans.
Five honored at Translational Science and Research Forum
Translational research brings discoveries from the laboratory and preclinical studies forward to clinical trials and studies in humans.
Virginia judge blocks Democrats' referendum, a blow to redistricting effort over 4 U.S. House seats
The order runs until March 18 and clashes with early voting set to begin March 6, which could doom the referendum.
Study finds association between teen cannabis use and mental health disorders
Kaiser Permanente study of nearly half a million adolescents finds cannabis use may precede onset of serious psychiatric disorders.
Live updates: In rare rebuke of Trump, Supreme Court strikes down tariffs
The ruling deals a major blow to his signature economic policy and represents a stinging political setback.
Mummified cheetahs found in Saudi Arabia caves could help reintroduction efforts
A new study has analyzed mummified remains of cheetahs in Saudi Arabia caves. The results could help reintroduce cheetahs to the Arabian Peninsula, researchers say.
6th measles case reported in Rockwall County, health officials say
The first case was identified Feb. 5, according to a statement from the Rockwall County Health Authority. Since then, five other family members within the...
UT Health San Antonio researcher earns grant to study how the brain’s immune cells might actually contribute to Alzheimer’s - UT Health San Antonio
Cure Alzheimer’s Fund award aimed at better understanding microglia’s role Contact: Steven Lee, (210) 450-3823, lees22@uthscsa.edu SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 20, 2026 – A researcher with the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases at UT Health San Antonio has received a two-year, $402,500 grant award from the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund to study how microglia, […]
Review | ‘Everybody Loses’ tallies the steep costs of sports gambling
Danny Funt’s book makes clear that addiction is just one of many problems in the new age of legalized betting
Netflix Will Soon Stop Working on Some Streaming Players & Smart TVs
In a move that signals the ongoing evolution of streaming technology, Netflix has announced it will end support for its application on the PlayStation 3 console and several other older devices effective March 2, 2026. This decision affects a niche but dedicated group of users who continue to rely on these aging platforms for accessing […]
Bark in the Park – 5K Fun Run & Walk: Making Strides to Improve Canine Health
Courtesy Photo. Sponsored Content. On March 29, 2026, Central Park in New York City will host the second annual Bark
If you’re feeling sick, it could be measles, Salt Lake County health officials warn
Measles is now actively spreading in Salt Lake County.
The No. 1 Fruit to Eat for Longevity, According to a Healthy Aging Researcher
In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a longevity researcher shares why this one fruit is so important for healthy aging and lowering chronic disease risk.
FanDuel Sports Network closing Atlanta offices, laying off dozens of employees
The layoffs are happening as the future of regional sports networks remains up in the air.
Health Rounds: Link between low oxygen and reduced blood sugar could yield new diabetes treatments
Diabetes is less common among people living at high altitudes, where oxygen levels are low, than at sea level, and researchers who have discovered why that happens say the reason may lead to new treatments.
Drinking This Many Cups of Coffee or Tea Each Day May Lower Dementia Risk
Recent research suggests that drinking several cups of caffeinated coffee or tea a day may reduce the risk of dementia.
What Happens to Your Body When You Cut Back on Ultra-Processed Foods
Research shows people saw major health improvements when they cut out half of the ultra-processed foods in their diets.
Scientists reveal how exercise protects the brain from Alzheimer’s
Exercise may sharpen the mind by repairing the brain’s protective shield. Researchers found that physical activity prompts the liver to release an enzyme that removes a harmful protein causing the blood-brain barrier to become leaky with age. In older mice, dialing down this protein reduced inflammation and improved memory. The discovery points to a surprising body-to-brain pathway that could inspire new Alzheimer’s therapies.
Science Democrats Concerned Over Reports of Problematic NIST Policy for Foreign Researchers
The House Committee on Science, Space and Technology
Quantum computer breakthrough tracks qubit fluctuations in real time
Qubits, the heart of quantum computers, can change performance in fractions of a second — but until now, scientists couldn’t see it happening. Researchers at NBI have built a real-time monitoring system that tracks these rapid fluctuations about 100 times faster than previous methods. Using fast FPGA-based control hardware, they can instantly identify when a qubit shifts from “good” to “bad.” The discovery opens a new path toward stabilizing and scaling future quantum processors.
Alumnus builds career in biomedical research at the National Institutes of Health
Before leading national biomedical research projects, Jacob Davis ’17 was deployed overseas in the U.S. Army, taking night classes on base and searching for direction. Today, the Kennesaw State University graduate is a biomedical engineer and section chief at the National Institutes of Health, using data and collaboration to drive public-health impact.
Connect with GSA at the CT Business Matchmaker in Hartford on March 5
February 20, 2026Connect with GSA at the CT Business Matchmaker on March 5 in HartfordHARTFORD, Conn. –Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced that GSA’s Office of Small Disadv
Scientists just mapped mysterious earthquakes deep inside Earth
Scientists at Stanford have unveiled the first-ever global map of rare earthquakes that rumble deep within Earth’s mantle rather than its crust. Long debated and notoriously difficult to confirm, these elusive quakes turn out to cluster in regions like the Himalayas and near the Bering Strait. By developing a breakthrough method that distinguishes mantle quakes using subtle differences in seismic waves, researchers identified hundreds of these hidden tremors worldwide.
Brad Nitschke connects compassion to counsel at Parkland Health
Five years ago, Brad Nitschke officially married his values and passion with his career mission when he joined the legal team at Parkland Health. In December,...
Opinion | The sweet scientific vindication of ‘I told you so’
A new books tells the stories of scientists ‘ridiculed, exiled, and Imprisoned for being right.’
Healthcare E-Commerce Market Report 2026-2035: A $1.12 Trillion Market by 2030, Driven by Rural E-commerce, Tech-health Partnerships, Home Healthcare, Telemedicine, Demand for Cost-effective Products
Key opportunities in healthcare e-commerce include rising internet use, expanding e-pharmacies, digital healthcare awareness, AI integration, mobile health apps, personalized medicine, rural e-commerce, tech-health partnerships, home healthcare, telemedicine, and demand for cost-effective products. Healthcare E-Commerce Market Healthcare E-Commerce Market Dublin, Feb. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Healthcare E-Commerce Market Report 2026" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
Analysis | Congress out while DHS stays closed
The Washington Post’s essential guide to power and influence in D.C. It’s been a very quiet partial government shutdown.
The Boston accent melts her heart
How are ya? A tough winter has brightened with the voices on the Globe’s Boston Accent Hotline.
His Team Devised Ways to Keep World Cup Crowds Safe
Michael Silevitch leads a research center dedicated to protecting busy public spaces. Last April, he was instructed to “end all work” immediately.
Leading US Research Lab Appears to Be Squeezing Out Foreign Scientists
House Democrats are demanding answers from the National Institute of Standards and Technology and urging it to halt rumored changes they say could undermine its mission.
With federal research funding uncertain, states debate new science initiatives
A handful of states are considering initiatives to increase funding for scientific research as uncertainty around federal dollars has grown.
Updated Yankees projected roster and Opening Day lineup for 2026
A look at how the Yankees might structure their opening 26-man roster when the season begins, March 25 at the San Francisco Giants.
Good health care shouldn’t require private donations
Boston Community Pediatrics proves that accessible, humane primary care is possible — but only because donors are subsidizing an insurance system that won’t.