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Hearing on Veterans Affairs Health Care System
The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee will hear testimony from Secretary Doug Collins on proposed changes to the department's health care system.
High school roundup: Hastie’s shot lifts Pelham boys
Gavin Hastie’s jumper in the lane with 1.5 seconds remaining lifted the Pelham boys basketball team past host Lebanon, 50-48, in a Division II contest on Tuesday night.
Singer "Kid Rock" & Entertainment Policy Advocates Testify on Concert Ticket Fees
Singer "Kid Rock," Live Nation Entertainment VP Dan Wall & entertainment policy advocates testify to a Senate Commerce subcommittee on ticket prices and fees.
Fake Moltbot AI Coding Assistant on VS Code Marketplace Drops Malware
A fake VS Code extension posing as a Moltbot AI assistant installed ScreenConnect malware, giving attackers persistent remote access to developer syst
Community invited to Terry Schools Science Fair Feb. 3
Terry Schools will host a 7th–12th grade Science Fair on Monday, Feb. 3, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the study hall at Terry High School.
Sterling agrees Chelsea exit after troubled spell
Raheem Sterling left Chelsea by mutual consent on Wednesday as the former England forward finally ended his nightmare spell at Stamford Bridge."Raheem Sterling has today departed Chelsea Football Club by mutual agreement, bringing to an end three-and-a-half seasons as our player," a Chelsea statement said.
Exclusive: Bertelsmann launches $200M health tech fund
The fund launch reflects growing international investor interest in digital health.
Baton Rouge Republican joins race for Julia Letlow's U.S. House seat
After U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow entered the U.S. Senate race following an endorsement from President Donald Trump, candidates are lining up to to run for her seat.
2nd Show Announced for State Fair 2026 Concert Lineup
The Great New York State Fair has announced its second music act for Suburban Park.
The Unsettling Experience of Reporting on Trump’s Health
Chatting with Intelligencer’s Ben Terris about presidential hand bruises and White House sycophancy.
Sword Health plans to acquire Kaia Health for $285M
Sword aims to raise about $500 million to fund more deals in the U.S. and Europe.
Twenty One Capital: Wen Business, Ser?
Twenty One Capital came public via SPAC merger but has since plummeted by nearly 30% since deal closure. Click here to find out why XXI stock is a Hold.
Companies rush to refinance amid increased policy uncertainty
The activity may be a signal of corporate borrowers losing confidence.
Exclusive: Climatic inhales $10M for respiratory wellness
Lerer Hippeau led the consumer health startup's seed round.
Frederick zoning amendment could change rules for home businesses
Frederick business owners who operate out of their homes could have new rules under a zoning amendment being considered by the city's Planning Commission.
Congress is poised to take this big step intended to lower drug costs
A deal attached to the Senate government funding package would "delink" PBM compensation from drug prices in Medicare Part D.
Movies and TV shows casting across the US
Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting across the US.
The best and worst states to start a business in 2026
'It’s crucial to establish your business in a state that will maximize your chances of success,' one analyst said.
An ousted energy regulator reflects on Georgia’s new power politics
Former utility commissioner Tim Echols talks climate change, the Republican party, and how the state will deal with rising power demand.
Historic $300-billion wave of business acquisitions set to reshape Canada’s economy: BDC study
Key findings: 61% of small- and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are led by owners aged 50+; nearly one in five plan to exit within five yearsCompanies that acquire other businesses earn four times the profits of non-acquirersFor every 10 buyers, only seven are sellers—competition for strong businesses is fierce MONTREAL, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canada’s business landscape is on the brink of a major transformation. A new study by the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) reveals thou
Sword Buys Kaia Health, Plans Fresh $500 Million Funding Round
Sword Health agreed to acquire rival Kaia Health for $285 million in its biggest deal to date, expanding the AI health startup’s footprint in the US and marking its entry into Germany.
Starmer Attack on Reform Candidate Shows His Future on Ballot
Keir Starmer stepped up his attacks on Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party ahead of a special election that could decide the prime minister’s political future.
How scientists predict big winter storms : Short Wave
This past weekend, Winter Storm Fern struck the States. Sleet, snow and ice battered Americans all the way from New Mexico to New York. Scientists predicted its arrival in mid-January, and in anticipation of the storm, more than 20 state governors issued emergency declarations. But how did scientists know so much, so early, about the approaching storm? NPR climate reporter Rebecca Hersher says it has to do with our weather models… and the data we put into them. Which begs the question: Will we continue to invest in them?Interested in more science behind the weather? Check out our episodes on better storm prediction in the tropics and how the Santa Ana winds impact the fire season this time of year. Have a question we haven’t covered? Email us at shortwave@npr.org. We’d love to consider it for a future episode! 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.This episode was produced by Hannah Chinn. It was edited by our showrunner Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones and Rebecca Hersher checked the facts. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez. News clips were from CBS Boston, Fox Weather, Fox 4 Dallas-Fort Worth, and PBS Newshour.
Starmer vows to raise issues ‘that need to be raised’ with Xi amid push to free Jimmy Lai
The prime minister may also discuss the fate of the Uyghurs with the Chinese leader
Feds OK New Mexico's $382 million broadband expansion plan for homes, businesses
The funding is slated to serve more than 42,000 unserved and underserved homes and businesses across the state.
Singer "Kid Rock" & Live Entertainment Policy Advocates Testify on Concert Ticket Fees
Singer "Kid Rock," Live Nation Entertainment VP Dan Wall & entertainment policy advocates testify to a Senate Commerce subcommittee on ticket prices and fees.
Corey Lewandowski, a Familiar Trumpworld Figure, Is at the Center of the ICE Uproar
Now a top aide to Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, Mr. Lewandowski has a long history of controversy in President Trump’s orbit, but he has always found a way back from exile.
The Wolfpack Peels the Orange 88-68
Game Summary: NC State started the game well for the first time lately. By the first official timeout the lead was 13-5 Wolfpack. Despite a decided height advantage, the rebounds were tied at 16 at the half. Stats were generally even; the Pack won the first half with quality shooting 50%/40%/82%. Williams had a great […]
Titans hire Brian Daboll as offensive coordinator
It's official: Brian Daboll is the Titans' new offensive coordinator.
Trump warns Iraq against returning former PM al-Maliki to power amid worries about Iran influence
President Donald Trump is warning Iraqi officials that the U.S. would no longer support the country if its former prime minister, Nouri al-Maliki, returns to power
Google Says AI Agent Can Now Browse on Users’ Behalf
Google is launching an artificial intelligence assistant on its Chrome browser that can open websites and click around on a user’s behalf.
Science foundation targets National Center for Atmospheric Research for breakup
A letter from the federal agency opens the door to privatizing the Boulder research center.
Broncos have fired offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi
According to NFL Network insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero, the Denver Broncos have fired offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi. This comes as a bit of a surprise, as Lombardi has been one of Sean Payton’s most trusted coaches in recent seasons. Could this mean that the Broncos are making a play to keep offensive pass […]
Exclusive: VC firm Rock Health considering biotech investments
The San Francisco firm has invested almost exclusively in digital health for 15 years.
Abbott executive who led TAVR, Tendyne divisions announces exit
Chris Waddell, a medtech executive focused on various structural heart technologies, is leaving Abbott after several years to "recharge" and pursue a new opportunity.
How I Built $700 Million in Businesses Without Outside Investors
After 20 years of building and exiting companies and completing over $700 million in transactions, I've discovered the playbook that lets independents compete and win against larger competitors.
SC measles outbreak now the largest in recent years
With more than 700 people sickened, most of them children, South Carolina’s measles outbreak has surged past other infectious episodes in recent years.
New Ride Coming to Enchanted Forest
A new ride is set to debut at Enchanted Forest Water Safari this summer.
China is purging its military leaders. Is this a step toward war?
Xi Jinping is eliminating the people who might be willing to say no to him.
NMSU solar research cohort at world’s largest Earth and space science conference
Eight students from a solar physics research group led by Juie Shetye, New Mexico State University astronomy assistant professor, were selected to present their work at the American Geophysical...
Grounded 2 Update: The Toxic Tangle – Available Now
The Toxic Tangle update is available now, expanding Grounded 2 with a massive new Garden biome,, new creatures and gear including a new mount, the mysterious Tang effect, and much more.
Fargodome convention center proposal includes a hotel & entertainment district
The convention center would be run by the Fargodome Authority.
Social media's mental health reckoning
Meta and YouTube face a landmark trial in Los Angeles over claims their platforms deliberately addict and harm young people.
National retail chain closing its clothing stores across LA, including at the Riverwalk outlets
Open since 1999, women’s clothing chain had more than 450 locations across the U.S.
The Sicilian Tenors bring new live show to Frederick
Inspired by their award-winning PBS special, The Sicilian Tenors bring their new live show, “Journey to Highclere Castle,” to the stage at 8 p.m. Jan. 30 at the Weinberg Center
Health care stocks rocked by proposed Medicare Advantage rates
The proposal threatens revenue and margins in a core profit engine for major health insurers.
Veolia Expands US Hazardous Waste Business
French environmental services giant Veolia is expanding aggressively in the US, agreeing to buy Enviri’s hazardous waste unit for $3 billion and doubling its footprint here. As demand surges for clean water, PFAS cleanup, and sustainable solutions for AI data centers and manufacturing, Veolia CEO Estelle Brachlianoff joined Bloomberg Open Interest to talk about company's future. (Source: Bloomberg)
Penn State Health is offering free skin cancer screenings – here's how to sign up
Reservations open next month for free skin cancer screenings through Penn State Health Dermatology at its Lime Spring Outpatient Center in East Hempfield Township.
The Rise of Trimester Zero
In certain corners of Instagram and TikTok, it’s never too early to start thinking about the health of your future child.
Yahoo Scout looks like a more web-friendly take on AI search
Imagine if ChatGPT and Perplexity cared more about the web.
Uptown car wash site hits market, reopening debate over future of Tchoupitoulas corridor
A longtime Uptown car wash is up for sale just two years after a heated fight over demolishing historic homes on the site. The 70,000-square-foot Tchoupitoulas Street property now sits at the center of a corridor still in flux, as nearby retail and development plans remain uncertain.
How Climate Superfund Bills Use Science to Make Polluters Pay
This week, communities across the country are asking their state legislators for a common-sense solution—using a practice that's been around for decades—to make polluters pay. In 1980, following decades of high-profile disasters from toxic pollution, Congress passed the Comprehensive Environmenta
Des Moines matcha business combines plants and green tea
Green Finds Cafe is a new matcha pop-up business in town.
My internship mapping toxic microbes: The power of community in coastal health monitoring
Hello! I’m Taylor Hart, a 2024 NOAA Hollings scholar studying earth system science with a minor in biological sciences at the University of California, Irvine. This summer, I had the amazing opportunity to intern at the National Coastal Centers for Ocean Science Hollings Marine Laboratory in Charleston, South Carolina! My research was focused on mapping the dis
Report: In Some Urban Districts, Science of Reading Limits ‘Robust Comprehension’
Four school districts in major urban areas using the science of reading found while students are grasping basic literacy skills, limitations toward deeper comprehension still exist, according to a new study. The “Robust Reading Comprehension” report, conducted by nonprofit research organization SRI, examined literacy instruction in districts in Texas, Maryland, North Carolina and Virginia that […]
NOCD acquires Rebound Health
The move signals virtual behavioral health companies are starting to adopt the platform approach that has become popular in other digital health segments.
NOCD acquires Rebound Health
The move signals virtual behavioral health companies are starting to adopt the platform approach that has become popular in other digital health segments.
UnitedHealth Forecasts 2026 Revenue Drop on Shrinking Business
UnitedHealth Group Inc. forecast a decline in 2026 revenue, the first annual contraction in more than three decades, as the company works to rebuild confidence with investors after a stunning fall last year.
Fear of ICE is driving patients away from medical care
Health workers say many patients aren't coming in for necessary care out of fear they'll be detained by federal agents.
Who was the New Orleans area prep sports athlete of the week for Jan. 19-24? Vote now
The past week in New Orleans area high school sports included several outstanding performances in many different sports.
Models that improve on their own are AI's next big thing
The move could provide fresh acceleration to AI's capabilities, but also introduces new areas of risk.
Gossip: Lascelles will be allowed St James' Park exit
Newcastle defender Jamal Lascelles has been told he can leave the club if the right deal is found. (Chronicle)
Goldman's CEO Says Washington Is "Open for Business"
Goldman Sachs' CEO, David Solomon, says the Trump administration is "open for business" and that the company has a “very, very good” relationship with Washington. (Source: Bloomberg)
Why Pat McGrath Labs Filed for Bankruptcy
Once valued at $1 billion, the makeup brand has struggled to balance its creative point of view with commercial viability.
Fiscal Policy Institute: BET tax cut would fail to spur business growth
A cut in the Business Enterprise Tax (BET) that recently won approval in the Republican-led House of Representatives would cost the state treasury $26 million a year and do little
SNOW FOX | Additional business, child care and church closings/delays for Jan. 27
This list will be updated frequently.
Hong Kong’s Constitutional Minister Resigns for Health Reasons
Hong Kong’s minister overseeing constitutional affairs Erick Tsang resigned, citing health reasons.
Japan Business Lobby Warns of Tariff Impact as Wage Talks Start
The head of Japan’s biggest business lobby warned that the impact of US tariffs on the nation’s industry needs to be carefully monitored, in comments signaling caution as formal wage negotiations between employers and labor unions get underway.
Menopause linked to loss of gray matter in the brain, poorer mental health and sleep disturbance
Menopause is linked to reductions in gray matter volume in key brain regions as well as increased levels of anxiety and depression and difficulties with sleep, according to new research from the University ...
Scientists say quantum tech has reached its transistor moment
Quantum technology has reached a turning point, echoing the early days of modern computing. Researchers say functional quantum systems now exist, but scaling them into truly powerful machines will require major advances in engineering and manufacturing. By comparing different quantum platforms, the study reveals both impressive progress and steep challenges ahead. History suggests the payoff could be enormous—but not immediate.
New Orleans leaders, congressional Democrats condemn Trump’s anti-immigrant campaign
The hearing follows ICE killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. It's one of several the group of Democratic Congress members plans to hold across the country to hear from immigrant and civil rights advocates and call attention to the treatment of people during the crackdowns.
As Generals Fall, Xi Jinping’s Anti-Corruption Campaign Is Eating Itself
With childhood friends and top leaders in the firing line, the system is frozen with fear.
Charli xcx exits her 'Brat' era in 'The Moment': How the singer is 'flipping the form' on tour documentaries
The "365" singer is ready to move on from her "Brat" era, and her string of acting credits in forthcoming films is proof of that.
Who was the best girls athlete on the Northshore for the week of Jan. 18-24? Vote now!
Vote for who you think was the best girls athlete on the Northshore last week.
GOP candidate makes stunning exit from Minnesota gubernatorial race
Republican Chris Madel made a stunning exit from the Minnesota governor’s race, saying he cannot support the national GOP’s “stated retribution on the citizens of our state."
House Democrats hear testimony in New Orleans on 'Catahoula Crunch' immigration raids
Democrats on the U.S. House Homeland Security Committee used a hearing in New Orleans to excoriate Republican colleagues for failing to do more to rein in federal immigration raids.
Chicago TV sports shakeup: Lou Canellis jumps from Fox 32 to NBC 5
The big move shifts the local landscape.
Meet the founder of this company that uses AI-powered gamification for incident response
IR Game mirrors tabletop training but compresses it into a high-intensity, guided simulation.
6 events coming to area venues, from John Legend in concert to an evening with a celebrity chef
In the dark days of winter, it helps to have events on the calendar to look forward to in coming months.
Mysterious dark matter may be better understood through a new map of far-off galaxies
A new high-resolution map of distant galaxies may help scientists understand the mysterious dark matter holding the universe together.
Mysterious dark matter may be better understood through a new map of far-off galaxies
A new high-resolution map of distant galaxies may help scientists understand the mysterious dark matter holding the universe together
Doing Business in ... Woodinville
Woodinville is a young city, incorporated only 33 years ago, but it has aged well — not unlike the wine for which it is widely known.
Two Crows Theatre explores the icy tundra in Lovecraftian thriller
“Before the Mountains of Madness” was inspired by an H.P. Lovecraft story, running through Feb. 1 at Slowpoke Lounge & Cabaret in Spring Green.
Apple Announces New AirTag with Longer Range, Louder Speaker
Apple Inc. unveiled an upgraded AirTag accessory, with the $29 item finder now offering longer range, a louder speaker and other improvements.
Will the government shut down again? What we know before Jan. 30 deadline
After the most recent fatal shooting by federal agents, Democrats are rejecting a DHS funding provision. It could shut the government down.
Trump Changes Tack in Minnesota After Rare GOP Pushback
Trump is sending border czar Tom Homan to Minnesota as Congressional Republicans call for an investigation into the murder of Alex Pretti.
Axios House: Trust presents the biggest challenge in health care AI, industry leaders say
Leaders in the health care and tech space said transparency, feedback and narrative play a crucial role in building provider and patient trust in AI
90 million years ago, Antarctica was green: The science behind its lost rainforest | - The Times of India
Science News: Imagine a great, green rainforest thriving inside the icy land that exists today. It might sound like science fiction, but research shows that Antarct.
This San Francisco phone lets you call a Texas Republican
Calls between strangers are revealing how small talk can bridge big political gaps.
Chris Madel ends GOP bid for governor, says he can’t support federal ‘retribution’ against Minnesota
His exit comes as some other Republicans have started to distance themselves from the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in the state.
Extreme sports stars aim for world records at Mesa's Revel Surf Park
Colby Raha will attempt a 300-foot motorbike jump and record-breaking quarter pipe ride.
It Feels As If Everything Gives You Cancer Lately
So I asked the experts all the scary health questions keeping me up at night.
The 2026 Best of Business Leadership Awards
These four leaders who have found steadying wisdom to keep them on course in a fast-paced business world.
Benefits Asked and Answered: How do Penn State’s health care plans work?
Which health care costs apply to your deductible and how much do you need to pay before hitting your out-of-pocket maximum? Understanding your health care plan can help employees more effectively navigate their health care choices.
Forward Theater highlights an immigrant story in ‘Ironbound’
Forward Theater opens “Ironbound” by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Martyna Majok in the Overture Center Playhouse on Jan. 29, running through Feb. 15.
Goldgroup Announces Business Combination with Gold Resource Corporation to Create a New, Mexican-Focused Precious Metals Producer
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - January 26, 2026) - Goldgroup Mining Inc. (TSXV: GGA) (OTCQX: GGAZF) ("Goldgroup" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive arrangement agreement and plan of merger (the "Arrangement Agreement") with Gold Resource Corporation (NYSE American: GORO) ("GRC"), whereby Goldgroup has agreed to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of GRC's common stock (the "Transaction").Transaction DetailsPursuant to the..
The health care hiring boom is losing steam
Cuts to federal health programs, AI automation and rising costs are making health systems and other employers level off hiring.
‘The Superhuman President’
A good-faith attempt to ascertain the truth about Donald Trump’s health.