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South Africa business activity contracts in December at fastest pace in 11 months, PMI shows
South Africa's business activity contracted sharply in December, marking the weakest performance since last January as demand waned and firms reduced purchases and inventories, an S&P Global survey showed on Tuesday.
Trump, 79, Touts Bogus Medical Advice After Health Confession
Doctor Donald will see you now.
Somerville runs away from Science Park
Somerville improved to 6-2 on the season.
AMD unveils new chips at CES event in Las Vegas
Advanced Micro Devices CEO Lisa Su unveiled the MI455 GPU chips on Monday at the CES trade show in Las Vegas.
Local business owner shot by police during early morning burglary investigation
We’re getting our first look at Johnny Bowman Jr., a local business owner who’s in the hospital recovering from five bullet wounds after police say he opened fire on officers inside his business in the middle of the night.
Bank, law firm hold business succession lunch for Copper Country business owners
Organizers touched on pitfalls, including owners assuming their children will take over their business.
Are 8(a) Small Business Preferences in Government Contracting at Risk? Increased Oversight Is Here
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has recently increased its oversight and enforcement of its 8(a) Business Development Program, including a program-wide audit requiring participating firms...
A NASA satellite caught a giant tsunami doing something scientists didn’t expect
When a huge earthquake struck near Kamchatka, the SWOT satellite captured an unprecedented, high-resolution view of the resulting tsunami as it crossed the Pacific. The data revealed the waves were far more complex and scattered than scientists expected, overturning the idea that large tsunamis travel as a single, stable wave. Ocean sensors confirmed the quake’s rupture was longer than earlier models suggested. Together, the findings could reshape how tsunamis are modeled and predicted.
Sports on 4’s Tamar Sher named Missouri Sportscaster of the Year
Sports on 4’s Tamar Sher has been named Missouri Sportscaster of the Year by The National Sports Media Association.
Lego Smart Bricks Light Up With Jedi Magic In Coming Star Wars Set -- And I'm Obsessed
The brand-new, jaw-dropping Lego smart brick tech can recognize other bricks, activate effects and play music. They're debuting in Star Wars Lego sets this spring and we got an early look at CES 2026.
After approval, Alabama’s rural health plan faces its real test: op-ed
This isn’t about ideology. It’s about practical commitment to the neighbors and towns we all depend on.
Lego releases "ground-breaking" reponsive Smart Brick system
At this year's CES in Las Vegas, Lego has released its Smart Play system, which includes Lego bricks, tags and minifigurines with built-in sensors
Microchip Technology Provides Q3 Fiscal 2026 Business Update
Recovery Plan Execution ProgressingCHANDLER, Ariz., Jan. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NASDAQ: MCHP) - Microchip Technology Incorporated, a leading provider of smart, connected, and secure embedded control solutions, today commented that it expects its net sales for third quarter of fiscal 2026 ended December 31, 2025 to be about $1,185 million, well above its original guidance of $1,109 million to $1,149 million provided on November 6, 2025, and its subsequent revised guidance provided on Decem
This smart mirror was a menace at CES 2026
Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s gonna live the longest of ‘em all?
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz drops political bombshell, bows out of third term bid
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Democrats’ 2024 candidate for vice president, is ending his bid for a third term.
With new defense business, Electra pitches EL9 plane as Pentagon ‘Sprinter van’
The startup aims to move smaller amounts of DoD cargo and people using a hybrid-electric, fixed-wing aircraft.
LEGO SMART Bricks introduce a new way to build -- and they don't require screens
LEGO developed a custom ASIC chip that allows its new SMART Bricks to pick up on signals from surrounding SMART Tags that dictate how it should make sounds or light up.
Houston businessman Andrew White drops Democratic bid for Texas governor
Houston businessman Andrew White ends his Democratic bid for Texas governor. He is endorsing state Rep. Gina Hinojosa of Austin for the Democratic Party...
LEGO just brought out a smart brick to unlcok new generation of play
Here's everything to know about LEGO's new smart brick, which will first come to its Star Wars series.
Lego’s Smart Brick Gives the Iconic Analog Toy a New Digital Brain
The new sensor-packed Smart Play Brick will land this spring as part of a special Star Wars collection. The update adds interactive lights and sound to the Lego experience—including the Minifigs.
Lego announces Smart Brick, the ‘most significant evolution’ in 50 years
Starting with Lego Star Wars.
Introducing LEGO SMART Play: The Most Exciting Evolution in Screenless Play Ever
LEGO SMART Play is here, but what is it? LEGO SMART Play is a new innovation in LEGO builds, bringing light, sound, and immersion to sets.
Lego's Making Sensor-Studded Smart Bricks, Coming Soon to a Star Wars Set Near You
The bricks can recognize other bricks, activate effects, play music and a lot more. They're debuting in Star Wars Lego sets this spring but you can get an early look at CES 2026.
Chick-fil-A giving away free food for a year to celebrate 80 years in business
3,000 lucky people will get the chance to get free Chick-fil-A for a year.
Tim Allen Says He Talked Trump Out of Choosing Hollywood Over Politics
The “Home Improvement” star says he talked the future president out of it.
Marjorie Taylor Greene’s 5-year congressional career ends today
U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's final day in office comes after a high-profile and often controversial five years in Congress. We look at five highlights of her tenure.
Xgimi debuts three AI smart glasses models under its new brand, Memomind
Xgimi is relying on its years of experience in professional projection technology to fuel a new smart glasses brand called...
XGIMI, best known for projectors, launches its own smart glasses
XGIMI is launching a whole host of AR glasses.
Maduro capture is about justice, not politics: GOP lawmaker
Congressman Darrell Issa, R-Calif., discusses transition period for Venezuela following the capture of Nicolas Maduro on 'Varney & Co.'
Anker put a screen on its smallest 45W charger
You get a screen, and you get a screen, and you get a screen.
Penguins and FNB Announce Winners of 'FNB Small Business Development Camp'
The Pittsburgh Penguins and First National Bank, the largest subsidiary of F.N.B. Corporation, have selected Street Fries as the winning Pittsburgh-based small businesses of the 2025 FNB Small Business Development Camp. At the end of the six-week development camp, each of the five participating businesses presented a pitch to an
OPB’s First Look: What to watch in Oregon politics this year
Oregon will have a short legislative session, gubernatorial race and midterm elections in 2026. Here's your First Look at Monday's news.
MSI MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36 Review - Brighter, Sharper, Harder, Faster
MSI' MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36 pairs a 34-inch 3440×1440 panel with 360 Hz and the first 5th gen QD-OLED we have tested. With top-tier motion clarity, improved text sharpness due to a new V-Stripe RGB subpixel layout, strong SDR and HDR brightness, and a price that feels fair for the performance it delivers, this one is a winner.
Overnight fire destroys business, 10 vehicles in Burke County
The blaze broke out at the ZipTied Performance car shop along Highway 70.
One of N.J.’s last independent hospitals to join major health chain, 3 years after failed merger with rival
The agreement still needs to go through state and regulatory approvals.
GE Lighting’s new Matter-compatible smart shades start at just $300
GE Lighting’s new Matter-compatible smart shades are sleek looking and start at just $300.
Cozyla’s TV-sized smart calendar makes your home look like a classroom
Who has the space for this?2
5 things to watch in Oregon politics in 2026
Many of the biggest political stories of 2025 are not going away.
DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS® Launches Streaming TV Solution For Small Businesses
/PRNewswire/ -- DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS® today announced the nationwide launch of its new streaming TV solution for small businesses, with plans to expand the...
L3Harris sells 60% stake in space propulsion business for $845 million
L3Harris Technologies said on Monday it will sell an about 60% stake in its space propulsion and power systems business to private equity firm AE Industrial Partners for $845 million, including debt.
Tariff bills are making business all-but impossible for my Morningside store
Firecracker Fabrics owner Erin Love cuts fabric for a customer on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 at her store in Morningside. (Photo by Alex Jurkuta/Pittsburgh’s Public Source) I opened a fabric storefront because serving my customers brings me joy. But running a small business was never easy — and Trump’s tariffs just made it harder. “Pittsburgh’s […]
Florida ponders penalties for schools that bar political clubs
A roundup of Florida education news from around the state
Pima County health officials issue advisory as flu cases surge
The number of confirmed influenza cases in Pima County has doubled in the past two weeks.
5 things to watch for in Georgia politics this year
The midterm elections will dominate politics this year. Georgia stands to play a big role with marquee races for U.S. Senate and governor.
It’s Inauguration Day for Boston Mayor Wu. Here’s what to look for
"We are ready for the hard work ahead to keep Boston moving forward," Boston Mayor Michelle Wu said.
Judges needed for Westfield HS science and engineering fair
Judges are needed for the Science and Engineering Fair at Westfield High School on Jan. 29 that features student projects from Westfield High School and Westfield Technical Academy. In past years, many of the students and their projects have gone on to successfully compete at regional, state and international science fairs.
The biggest health storylines to watch in 2026
Rising health care costs, Medicaid changes, vaccines and more.
1926: 100 years ago - life in the U.S., entertainment, famous firsts, more
Each January we do a 100-year-lookback. Here’s a snapshot of what life was like in 1926 – in Cleveland, Ohio, the United States and the world, from entertainment to news, disasters and more.
In effort to remain open, downtown business transitioning to nonprofit
A small business in downtown Springfield is struggling to remain open but hopes by changing its structure it can do just that.
NYU professor uses AI oral exams to outsmart AI-written assignments
When student work looked like McKinsey memos, an NYU business school professor used AI oral exams to test real learning.
Standing Rocks County Park offers winter sports options in central Wisconsin
Standing Rocks County Park provides winter sports opportunities for families and outdoor enthusiasts in central Wisconsin, featuring three ski hills designed for beginners and learners.
Man shot, arrested after alleged robbery outside Baton Rouge business
The Baton Rouge Police Department says a man was arrested after a robbery and shootout outside a Baton Rouge business.
Man arrested for breaking into Novant Health medical facility, stealing items
Theodore James allegedly stole items including keys, medical scrubs and decorations from employees’ desks, according to arrest records.
Metro sports bar sees calm crowd for last Chiefs game
As the Chiefs took on the Raiders in Las Vegas Sunday afternoon, fans tuned in to watch the last game of the season. Some who opted to go out to enjoy the game made their way to The Peanut in Mission, where employees say they always gear up for game day.
Downtown Anchorage business says sales are up thanks to the cold
With subzero temperatures blanketing Anchorage throughout the weekend, the effects could be seen with a quick look downtown.
Exclusive: Samsung to double mobile devices powered by Google's Gemini to 800 mln units this year
Samsung Electronics plans to double this year the number of its mobile devices with AI features powered by Google's Gemini, its co-CEO said, which would give the U.S. firm an edge over rivals as the global race in artificial intelligence hots up.
North Carolina awarded $213 million to improve rural health amid Medicaid cuts
The federal government has awarded $213 million to North Carolina to help support rural health care.The funding backed by Congressman Chuck Edwards comes from t
Sound Smart: 8 Observations from NFL Week 18
Examining the NFL postseason field, Black Monday, Super Bowl favorites and the MVP race in Sound Smart from Week 18.
Farnam Winter Pop-Up showcases local businesses in Midtown Crossing
Fifteen Omaha-area small businesses come together for a seasonal shopping experience at 33rd and Farnam
The new Ultraloq smart lock uses both your face and your palm to let you in
Xthings is launching a smart lock that reads your palm and a new camera that works on HaLow Wi-Fi for extended range at CES
China's services growth hits 6-month low in December, shows private PMI
China's services activity expanded at its slowest pace in six months in December, as growth in new business softened and foreign demand declined, a private-sector survey showed on Monday.
Lockin's everlasting vein-recognizing smart lock doorbell cam combo is peak CES
The Lockin V7 Max smart lock is also a doorbell cam that charges wirelessly via an infrared emitter.
Local health officials identify first pediatric flu death in Ohio
"This is a sad and serious event that breaks our hearts.”
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Withings is doing more than ever with its latest smart scale, the Body Scan 2. AT CES, the brand is calling it a "longevity station" with more than 60 biomarkers and Apple Health integration.
Withings thinks of its latest smart scale as a ‘longevity station’
Withings says the scale isn’t just for measuring weight.
Withings thinks of its latest smart scale as a ‘longevity station’
Withings says the scale isn’t just for measuring weight.
Colorado small business owners find their MVP in Broncos Business Boost program
Three Colorado small businesses are getting a major boost from the Denver Broncos as part of the team's annual Business Boost Program.
Warmer winter weather bringing more business to Railyard Ice Rink
Winter isn’t over yet, and the window to enjoy the cold weather is still open at places like the Railyard Ice Rink.
Trump political base sets aside isolationism to cheer Maduro capture
Supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump have largely praised the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro as a swift, painless win, though political analysts warn support could wane if the operation drags on and echoes past foreign interventions.
Lockin’s New Smart Locks Never Need Recharging Thanks to Infrared Light
One of them is a two-way video doorbell with palm-scanning authentication, too.
Lockin’s new vein-scanning smart lock has a video doorbell and recharges wirelessly
Power from light.
Oil prices slip on ample supply despite political turmoil in Venezuela
Oil prices slipped in early Asian trade on Monday on ample supply despite concerns about political upheaval in OPEC member Venezuela disrupting shipments.
Sunday Sports: JCC women’s basketball marches into second half of season
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Tricorder Tech For Everyone: NASA's STELLA Open Science Instrument
Keith’s note: NASA has just authored a paper on a new way for people with a wide variety of interests to use – and build – sensor technology that is a preview of the devices we will use to explore other planets. How will we develop these instruments – sensors, tricorders, scanners, smartphones – call them what you will is now underway at NASA. There is a vibrant citizen science […]
Businesses helping businesses: Local BBQ business steps in after smoker breaks down
Both owners hope the experience serves as a reminder that lending a helping hand, especially during tough moments, can make a difference.
Govee's New Smart Ceiling Light Gives You AI Art to Look Up To
The Govee Ceiling Light Ultra sounds like a needlessly extravagant smart home light, but that's pretty on-brand for Govee.
Search underway for monkey who damaged Morristown business, police say
Morristown police said the monkey caused damage to the business and musical instruments.
Trump’s Former Venezuela Envoy Torches His Takeover Plans
“It’s too complex for us to run,” said Elliott Abrams, theorizing that Trump’s decision to announce the U.S.’s takeover of Venezuela was wholly spontaneous.
Belkin’s new HDMI adapter wirelessly connects to screens over 130 feet away
Connect your laptop, tablet, or smartphone to TVs and projectors without a wire or Wi-Fi network.
Belkin’s new 3-in-1 charging dock isn’t limited to the Apple Watch
The dock can also charge smartwatches from Samsung and Google, but you’ll need to bring your own charging puck.
You can unlock SwitchBot’s first deadbolt smart lock with your face
The new Lock Vision series features an emergency backup battery and Matter-over-Wi-Fi support.
‘We’d rather be ahead of the curve’: How Albuquerque’s small businesses are putting AI to work
Local small businesses are using the emerging technology to create project timelines, set prices and more
Trump’s Venezuela strikes split Texas Senate candidates over war powers
Trump’s Venezuela strikes split Texas Senate candidates over war powers, role of Congress
Colorado political science expert weighs implications of U.S. arrest of Venezuela’s Maduro
The arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by United States forces is raising questions about what comes next for Venezuela and the United States.
Xreal Revamps Entry AR Glasses With Lower Price, Better Video
Xreal Inc., an early pioneer in augmented-reality glasses, unveiled an upgraded entry-level product at CES, where smart eyewear will be a prevailing theme over the coming week.
Govee’s latest smart lights can make your ceiling more interesting
Maybe a faux skylight is just what your room needs.
State Rep. Felsher details healthcare, sports betting, and school choice polices ahead of legislative session
The Mississippi Legislature reconvenes on January 6 for the 2026 session.
AI may not need massive training data after all
New research shows that AI doesn’t need endless training data to start acting more like a human brain. When researchers redesigned AI systems to better resemble biological brains, some models produced brain-like activity without any training at all. This challenges today’s data-hungry approach to AI development. The work suggests smarter design could dramatically speed up learning while slashing costs and energy use.
Small Business Technology News: WordPress Launches Plugin To Help Improve SEO For AI Searching
Also: AI and ecommerce predictions and how to free up 15 gigabytes in Gmail
China’s “artificial sun” just broke a fusion limit scientists thought was unbreakable
Researchers using China’s “artificial sun” fusion reactor have broken through a long-standing density barrier in fusion plasma. The experiment confirmed that plasma can remain stable even at extreme densities if its interaction with the reactor walls is carefully controlled. This finding removes a major obstacle that has slowed progress toward fusion ignition. The advance could help future fusion reactors produce more power.
Popular actress gives grim health update: ‘The results came back from the scans’
The 'Lost' actress hit her head against a boulder in May.
Economic, business and technological predictions for 2026: Michael Weidokal
2026 will be another crucial year for our Northeast Ohio region, our country and the world. While there is a great deal of trepidation entering 2026 (with good reason), there are also many reasons to hope that this can be a year in which we reduce the level of political and economic risk in the world. Hopefully, our political and business leaders will work together to tackle the challenges we will inevitably face in 2026, and to take advantage of the opportunities that the new year will bring, writes guest columnist Michael Weidokal.
Is health care ready for impersonal AI to take over?
UMass Amherst students and professionals are weary AI will lack what a human can offer in patient care.
Worlds Smallest Steam Machine Packs 32GB RAM & VRR
Build a tiny SteamOS Steam Machine rig powered by Ryzen 7840U and Radeon 780M, so you get steady 1080p play without thermal throttling.
Alaska Sports Scoreboard: Jan. 3, 2026
Scores and results from competitions across the state.