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'Something more magical': Pensacola businesses begin transformation for Pensacon weekend
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- This weekend, thousands of fans are expected to flood to pensacola for the annual pensacon--as always, local businesses aren’t just getting r
Why Mark Cuban believes the NBA should 'embrace tanking'
The former Mavericks owner took to social media to voice his frustrations with the league
Why couldn't Ilia Malinin handle the pressure? Sports psychologists offer their thoughts
The concept of pressure or high expectations is not unique to Malinin, though Olympic athletes vary with their mechanisms for dealing with it.
Trump administration is erasing history and science at national parks, lawsuit argues
The Trump administration was sued over National Park Service policies that the groups say erase history and science from America's national parks.
Trump administration is erasing history and science at national parks, lawsuit argues
The Trump administration was sued over National Park Service policies that the groups say erase history and science from America's national parks.
Business After Hours: An evening of fun, networking, and entertainment
The Albany Chamber of Commerce announced in a Facebook post that Business After Hours is taking place on Feb 17. at 5 PM at Up 2 U Entertainment, Albany’s newest entertainment destination.
Leaked Pixel 10a ad highlights 30-hour battery life, Camera Coach, and new colors
The Pixel 10a is set to go up for pre-order starting tomorrow, but if you’re impatient, you don’t need to...
Trump picks his White House assistant for panel reviewing ballroom
Chamberlain Harris, a 26-year-old White House aide and the president’s longtime executive assistant, is set to be sworn in Thursday.
Democrats aim to roll back business tax breaks to fund new per-child benefit for lower-income Colorado families
Many of the business tax breaks targeted under the plan were created or expanded by Republicans in Congress through their One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Trump’s EPA Says Climate Change Doesn’t Risk Public Health
By Jonathan Levy, Howard Frumkin, Jonathan Patz, Vijay Limaye The Trump administration took a major step in its efforts to unravel America’s climate policies on Feb. 12, 2026, when it moved to rescind the 2009 endangerment finding – a formal determination that six greenhouse gases that drive climate ...
Trump’s EPA Says Climate Change Doesn’t Risk Public Health
By Jonathan Levy, Howard Frumkin, Jonathan Patz, Vijay Limaye The Trump administration took a major step in its efforts to unravel America’s climate policies on Feb. 12, 2026, when it moved to rescind the 2009 endangerment finding – a formal determination that six greenhouse gases that drive climate ...
Sports tourism generates $42 million in economic impact last year
Nearly 43,000 room nights were booked, and a record number of 37 different sports played throughout 12 communities.
USWNT SheBelieves Cup roster: Three thoughts on Emma Hayes' squad
U.S. women’s national team head coach Emma Hayes has named a 26-player roster for the 2026 SheBelieves Cup.
Trying Qatar Airways' business class flights for 26 hours; mostly good
I flew 26 hours in Qatar Airways business class on different flights. The lie-flat seats, food, and amenities were good, but there were drawbacks.
The Latest: Partial government shutdown over DHS oversight seems poised to drag on
Lawmakers and the White House offered no signs of compromise over the holiday weekend in their battle over oversight of federal immigration officers that has led to a pause in funding for the Department of Homeland Security
Democrats celebrate as 73,000 North Carolina voters without proper ID stay on rolls
North Carolina's election board reached a settlement allowing 73,000 voters to keep registration status after a GOP lawsuit challenged voter rolls.
Obama’s Reminder About the Futility of Purity Politics
The late, great journalist Mark Shields often propounded the idea that politics should be about looking for converts rather than punishing heretics.
Fewer students are enrolling in computer science classes and majors
Surveys from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center and the Computing Research Association suggest students are less interested in software-focused computer science programs.
Philly business owners could save thousands with this little-known resource
PIDC provides financing to businesses to create jobs and revitalize neighborhoods.
Why your most creative ideas may come after a night of sleep
Got a problem? Science says you should sleep on it.
Dolphins begin purging roster – The Splash Zone 2/17/26
Welcome to the Splash Zone, the quickest way to get your day started off right. We bring you a rundown of Miami Dolphins news from the last 24 hours.
Former 'Morning Edition' host accuses Google of stealing his voice for AI product
Former "Morning Edition" host David Greene alleges in a lawsuit that Google patterned the "voice" of one of its AI products after his without permission.
In a financial pinch, major health insurers are turning to AI for help
Facing shrinking profits and higher costs, health insurers are accelerating adoption of AI throughout their sprawling operations.
Local county environmental services to extend business hours due to outage
The Montgomery County Environmental Services has extended its business hours to accommodate customers in making payments due to an outage that has affected their vendor payment system.
Allen aims to emulate McIlroy and complete career set
Northern Ireland's Mark Allen says he will be "very disappointed" if he finishes his career without a World Championship title.
This doctor is training AI to do her job. And it’s a booming business
AI models are trained on massive amounts of data. But that training doesn’t do much good without what’s known as “reinforcement learning,” a process that involves human experts teaching models the differences between good and bad responses.
Welcome to Singapore's hustle economy
20-hour kitchen days. Tears and budget fears. Lying flat is the last thing on these young Singaporean business owners' minds.
Should we really all be taking magnesium supplements?
Testimonials about the beneficial health effects of magnesium supplements abound online, with influencers claiming that a daily pill can help with everything from anxiety to sleep and brain fog. But do any of these claims stack up?
I left my VC career in Sydney to become a silent DJ disco in Bali
Even though he realized right away, it took TK three years to quit what he thought was his dream career since college.
Sacramento police investigate string of seven business burglaries within roughly 24 hours
Sacramento police investigate string of seven business burglaries within roughly 24 hours
DEVELOPMENT: Business-building demolition north of Morgan Junction, for residential replacements
) Demolition is under way at 5435-5437 California SW [map], where 12 townhouses will replace a business building. Former tenants in the teardown building included Canna West Culture Shop (which closed after two crash-and-grabs), whose parent store Canna West Seattle (WSB sponsor) is still very much open across the street, and the Filigree & ...
'I'm not done with politics': Jennifer Konfrst announces retirement from Iowa House
Senate sends Small Business Growth Act to Gov. Morrisey’s desk
CHARLESTON – A bipartisan bill supported by both the West Virginia House of Delegates and state Senate meant to help small businesses gain access to investment dollars will now be the first bill to complete the legislative process. The Senate voted Monday to concur with changes made by the House to Senate Bill 1, the […]
Entertainment Look-A-Head: Concerts, movies, new releases
This week offers plenty of entertainment, including new releases, local concerts, and music at The Side Bar, The Union, Stuart’s Opera House and the West End Ciderhouse.
West Virginia Senate sends Small Business Growth Act to Morrisey
CHARLESTON — A bipartisan bill supported by both the West Virginia House of Delegates and Senate meant to help small businesses gain access to investment dollars will now be the first to complete the legislative process. The Senate voted Monday to concur with changes made by the House to Senate Bill 1, the Small Business […]
Scientists Make a Game-Changing Find in the Bennu Asteroid
According to the researchers from the University of Pennsylvania, some of the amino acids found in the asteroid Bennu likely formed in a different way than was previously thought, effectively challenging what we thought we knew about the origins of life.
SC House passes bill to cut business property taxes for small businesses
Small business owners in South Carolina could soon see savings on their annual business personal property taxes under a bill unanimously approved by the state House this week.
No. 16 North Carolina deals with injuries, faces NC State
No. 16 North Carolina will try to win its second straight game without freshman phenom Caleb Wilson when it travels to Raleigh to face rival North Carolina State on Tuesday night.
Baystate Health cuts 117 jobs
Baystate Health said it has outsourced biomedical engineering jobs and closed its central warehouse in Holyoke.
Bills could acquire Super Bowl champion for astonishing price
If this is really all it takes, the Bills should be all-in.
The Sticky Politics of Wall Texts
I never thought I would become an art critic who complains about exhibition didactics. And yet, after a visit to the 36th Bienal de São Paulo, here I am.
Should You Buy Live Nation Entertainment Stock Before Feb. 19?
Should you buy Live Nation before Thursday's earnings call? The answer isn't obvious.
Trump administration eliminates greenhouse gas regulations : The NPR Politics Podcast
The Trump administration has rescinded the Environmental Protection Agency’s “endangerment finding,” the scientific finding that greenhouse gas emissions harm the public. We discuss what’s behind the change and what it could mean for Americans.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, climate correspondent Jeff Brady, and political correspondent Ashley Lopez.This podcast was produced by Bria Suggs and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Apple starts testing end-to-end RCS encryption on iPhone, but without Android support
Apple’s latest iOS 26.4 beta is now available for iPhone owners, with an added perk for RCS messaging – end-to-end...
US increases military pressure on Iran ahead of high-stakes talks
The US military is continuing a significant buildup of air and naval assets in the Middle East ahead of planned talks with Iran in Geneva on Tuesday. The pieces are being moved into place both to intimidate Tehran and to have options to strike inside the country should negotiations over its nuclear program fail, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CNN.
100-plus employers to offer jobs at Clark County spring job fair
The largest free job fair in Nevada is returning to the Las Vegas Convention Center, with more than 100 employers offering thousands of jobs.
After thousands of years, scientists discover a new function of yawning
In a new study, yawning has been shown to push the brain’s clear fluid in the opposite direction of a deep breath.
Portland metro economy falling behind the rest of the country, business group says
The Portland metropolitan region is facing a “new reality” marked by job losses, a stalled housing market, and slowing population growth, according to a new analysis released by the Portland Metro Chamber.
Opinion | America dominates sports without government support
President Trump can’t threaten the U.S. Olympic committee’s federal funding because it doesn’t receive any.
5 Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist at Your Next Visit
When you’re prescribed a medication, it’s important to understand why you’re taking the drug and how to take it. Learn what you should ask your pharmacist.
Richard Ottinger, 97, Dies; Fought for the Environment in Congress
A New York Democrat, he spent 16 years in the House over two stretches, beginning in 1965, championing the health of the Hudson River and opposing the Vietnam War.
Dolphins Cleaning House: WR Tyreek Hill Reportedly Released by Miami
The Miami Dolphins have made it clear they're turning the page and entering a new era.
Viewpoint: Saving science and energy efficiency
Reggie Spaulding writes, Two thirds of Montanans understand that climate change is real and human caused, so it seems that our representatives should start taking it seriously.
Should Drug Companies Be Advertising to Consumers?
Aging means “becoming a target” of the industry, one expert said. After decades of debate, politicians of all stripes are proposing bans.
Apple’s Siri shocker is flashing a warning AAPL bulls can’t ignore
Apple’s Siri is a game-changer in more ways than one.
Forget tennis, here are the other pro sports Mario should be super at
Time for Nintendo's mascot to try something new
‘The House of the Spirits’ Prime Video release date, cast, plot, and more
The highly anticipated adaptation of the author’s iconic novel stars Alfonso Herrera and Nicole Wallace.
I Was Wrong About These 12 Foods. Their Secret Health Benefits Surprised Me
You don't have to spend extra money on pricey organic superfoods to eat healthy. In fact, these common foods are healthier than I thought.
Funnel week: Bills face major deadline this week at the Iowa Statehouse
Monday kicked off the first funnel week of the 2026 Iowa legislative session. The major deadline funnels down the number of bills that state lawmakers can continue to work on.
The Future of PAHPA and National Public Health Preparedness
Learn how the Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act impacts public health emergency readiness and proposed changes to this legislation.
Tens of thousands of Washingtonians could soon be in healthcare limbo
Tens of thousands of Washingtonians are at risk of losing their Mediciad coverage this year.
Dan Garodnick reflects on NYC housing policy and future challenges
NYC's City of Yes policy, led by Dan Garodnick, aims to address housing crisis. Mayor Mamdani faces challenges in implementing affordable solutions.
Indonesia Says It’s Preparing Thousands of Peacekeeping Troops for Trump’s Gaza Plan
President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia will be among those meeting with President Trump in Washington this week to discuss his Board of Peace initiative to oversee a cease-fire in Gaza.
Stephens Seeks Waldoboro Area House Seat
Incumbent Rep. Abden Simmons, R-Waldoboro, announced he would not seek reelection.
iOS 27 'Rave' Update to Clean Up Code, Could Boost Battery Life
Apple's iOS 27 update will prioritize cleaning up the operating system's internals, with engineers making changes that could result in better battery life, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The effort is said to be similar to what Apple did with its Snow Leopard Mac update years ago, and will involve removing old code, rewriting existing features, and subtly upgrading apps to improve performance. The result should hopefully be a "snappier, more responsive" OS, says Gurman.
Michigan nurse goes without health insurance as ACA costs double for 2026
Affordable Care Act enrollment in Michigan fell by 34,000 people after federal subsidies expired.
230 years ago, George Washington warned us about partisan politics
OPINION: “Following Washington’s advice, we’d do well to remember that we are first and foremost Americans, and that what should concern us should be the well-being of our country.”
Microplastics have reached Antarctica’s only native insect
Even Antarctica’s toughest native insect can’t escape the reach of plastic pollution. Scientists have discovered that Belgica antarctica — a tiny, rice-sized midge and the southernmost insect on Earth — is already ingesting microplastics in the wild. While lab tests showed the hardy larvae can survive short-term exposure without obvious harm, those exposed to higher plastic levels had reduced fat reserves, hinting at hidden energy costs.
Upcoming Low-Cost MacBook May Come in Yellow, Green, Blue, and Pink
Apple has tested a range of playful color options for its upcoming low-cost MacBook, going well beyond the muted tones available on its current laptop lineup, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman says the colors tested so far include light yellow, light green, blue, pink, classic silver, and dark gray, although he says it's unlikely all of them will ship.
If the NBA is serious about looking at everything to end tanking … it’s about time
The lottery and draft are corporate welfare for sports teams. How should the NBA go about correcting tanking in efforts to win the lottery?
One free agent Commanders should re-sign
The Commanders have a lot of free agents, but many will depart. We look at one they should keep around.
Inside Empire: the SF entertainment company shaping music worldwide
Founder & CEO Ghazi says the independent music powerhouse is expanding its presence in downtown San Francisco, while continuing to shape the global music industry.
'An alarm bell': Los Alamos Visiting Nurse Service shutters amid turmoil for home health care
The closure should serve as a warning for the industry and policymakers, said the leader of a home and hospice care association.
Louisville Defeats Florida State 88-65
The signature of this team is a balanced attack and that is exactly what the Cards used to wear down Florida State tonight. The end of the first quarter Louisville held a 19-12 lead but they subsequently took control of the game. Coach Walz said, “The first half I thought we defended extremely well. Offensively […]
Mental health drives early discharges in S. Korea military
Proportion of S. Korean conscripts deemed eligible for active duty has risen, but thousands of service members continue to leave the military early
Smartwatch blood pressure feature should not replace screenings, U. Health study says
The FDA last year approved the Apple Watch's hypertension notifications feature, but a study from University of Utah Health suggests people should still receive regular screenings.
Kennedy Promises Action, Though Not Regulation, on Ultraprocessed Foods
The health secretary said the Food and Drug Administration would “act on” a request from a former F.D.A. commissioner to close a loophole on food safety.
When Texas Rangers hunted an Alaska politician to complete a form
Former Anchorage Mayor Z.J. Loussac ran for a Territorial House of Representatives seat in 1952 but forgot to fill out a residency document before departing on a four-month vacation.
Burden of disease modelling should be grounded in local knowledge
Nature Health - Disease modelling for low-income settings often lacks reliable data, which leads to modelled outputs that contrast with empirical data and local knowledge
Porchfest fills Conway with music on rainy Sunday afternoon
Conway Downtown Alive put on Porchfest 2026, a mix of bands playing on local porches throughout the Horry County community.
Government shutdown, immigration demands and midterm politics collide as funding fight continues
Lawmakers left Capitol Hill for recess as the federal government entered another partial shutdown after negotiations over funding for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security stalled, leaving thousands of federal workers and travelers facing uncertainty.
This Bonobo Just Did Something Scientists Thought Only Humans Could Do
A bonobo demonstrated the ability to track imaginary objects in controlled tests, challenging the belief that imagination is uniquely human and hinting at deep evolutionary roots. In a set of carefully designed experiments modeled on children’s tea parties, researchers at Johns Hopkins University
Apple’s New MacBook Can Checkmate Chromebooks In A Single Move
Apple’s $599 MacBook is expected this Spring. With the A18 Pro chipset and 24-hour battery, it’s a competitive budget laptop. But has Apple stripped it back too far?
Paul Anka, 84, teases possible retirement after 70 years in show business
The singer is best known for his hits ‘Diana’ and ‘Put Your Head on my Shoulder’
3 reasons most people stick with Windows, even though Linux is free
Microsoft built a fortress around its user base. From schools to enterprises, Windows is so deeply woven into daily life that change seem unthinkable.
Small Business of the Month: Ditch Witch Mid-States
Each month throughout the season, one local company will be recognized by the Blue Jackets and First Merchants Bank
‘It’s not just about playing the game’: St. Louis sports teams speak on the importance of community engagement
Representatives from all three of St. Louis’ major league sports teams — the Cardinals, the Blues, and St. Louis CITY Soccer Club — gathered at WashU’s Stix House to talk about the importance of community engagement in an ever-changing sports landscape on Wednesday, Feb. 4.
How much of families' paychecks go toward healthcare costs? It depends on the state.
Families earning the median household income chuck 10% or more of their paychecks toward employer-sponsored health coverage in 19 states, a new analysis found.
Top 25 And 1: Michigan leaves no doubt at No. 1 spot after dominant win over UCLA
The Wolverines are No. 1 for the sixth-straight day in our daily rankings and should ascend to that spot in the AP Top 25 soon as well
Berlin film festival defends jury over politics and film row
Berlinale head says artists should not be pushed into soundbites after Arundhati Roy quit over president Wim Wenders’ apolitical comments
Betty Heath: Taxes, politics and the worry bird
We have a very taxing situation at our house. The weather has been overrated and understated.
Dodgers notes: Edwin Díaz, Brusdar Graterol, Yoshinobu Yamamoto
It’s here! It’s finally here! The Dodgers will be playing baseball in less than a week’s time. As the team begins to regroup at Camelback Ranch, old faces and new alike make their way into the clubhouse, and among the new faces to the Dodgers is Edwin Díaz. Díaz was the first major signing this […]
Derek Dooley didn't vote for years. Now he wants Georgia voters to send him to Washington
Former football coach Derek Dooley says Georgia voters should send him to the Senate because he’s a political outsider
Derek Dooley didn't vote for years. Now he wants Georgia voters to send him to Washington
Former football coach Derek Dooley says Georgia voters should send him to the Senate because he's a political outsider.
Jeffries goes all in on redrawing maps favoring Democrats — with House control on the line
As Hakeem Jeffries sits in the minority of a GOP-controlled Washington, he is still haunted by a Republican gerrymandering gambit that he believes cost him the speaker’s gavel — and cost his party control of the House.
Law enforcement officers shouldn’t wear masks
Should police wear masks? Denver’s City Council thinks no — and is even trying to outlaw it for federal agents operating in the city (because if there’s one thing municipal governments do well, it’s bossing around Washington). Like so many issues where people quickly polarize to one extreme or the other, this issue is nuanced. […]
Hiam Abbass Says 'Cinema Is A Political Act' After Berlin Row
The start of this year's Berlin Film Festival was marked by a row over how far film should venture into politics but for prominent French-Palestinian actor Hiam Abbass, "everything we do is a political act".
There top global companies have sued Trump for tariff refunds
From Costco to Toyota, global companies are filing lawsuits to secure tariff refunds should the Supreme Court decide to strike down Trump's duties.