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Rocks and rolls: The computational infrastructure of earthquakes and physics of planetary science
Sometimes to truly study something up close, you have to take a step back. That's what Andrea Donnellan does. An expert in Earth sciences and seismology, she gets much of her data from a bird's-eye view, ...
Special Olympics New York seeking volunteers for winter games in Rochester
The games will bring about 900 athletes and coaches from across the state to our area to compete in seven sports.
Women's College Hoops Spotlight: LSU, Texas Lead SEC's Dominant Season
The SEC is, hands down, the most competitive conference in women’s hoops this year, writes FOX Sports' Laken Litman.
ICYMI: MyChesCo Highlights Pennsylvania as Top State for Business Survival Under Governor Josh Shapiro - PA Department of Community & Economic Development
“Pennsylvania is quietly pulling off what many states only promise: keeping new businesses alive long enough to thrive.” “New federal data shows that 56 percent of companies launched in Pennsylvania […]
Apple's Foldable iPhone Rumored to Be Built With Liquid Metal and Improved Titanium
Apple is planning to use advanced liquid metal and improved titanium alloys for its first foldable iPhone, according to new supply-chain information. According to the Korean Naver user known as "yeux1122," citing a material company source, the hinge used in Apple's first foldable iPhone will be made from liquid metal, an "amorphous" material Apple has been exploring for over 15 years.
CyrusOne Announces Robert Johnson as New Chief Business Officer
DALLAS, January 14, 2026--Dallas-based CyrusOne, a leading global data center developer and operator, today announced that Robert Johnson has joined the company as Chief Business Officer.
Looking for a new quantum stock? Honeywell plans an IPO of its Quantinuum business.
Honeywell said it plans a confidential filing with the SEC aimed at taking Quantinuum, its quantum-computing business, public.
NY Giants' top competitors for John Harbaugh revealed
When it comes to the John Harbaugh sweepstakes, who are the New York Giants' top competitors?
String Theory Can Now Describe a Universe That Has Dark Energy
In an unprecedented step, researchers crafted a detailed model compatible with the universe’s accelerated expansion.
Acentra Health Appoints Deborah Ricci as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Accomplished financial executive brings over 35 years of experience in public and private sector Debbie Ricci Acentra Health Appoints Deborah Ricci as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer MCLEAN, Va., Jan. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acentra Health, a technology and health solutions company dedicated to accelerating better health outcomes for government and commercial clients and the populations they serve, today announced the appointment of Deborah Ricci as Executive Vice Presi
JPM26 Day 2: Companies Lay Out Near-Term Revenue, Longer-Term Business Goals
Biopharma companies—including AstraZeneca, BioNTech and Agios—peered farther into the future on the second day of JPM, setting both revenue and R&D targets through the end of the decade.
NVIDIA rolls out DLSS 4.5 to all RTX GPUs
The company announced the latest version of its image-upscaling tech at CES last week.
Computer science can help abuse and trafficking survivors regain safety
Nicola Dell, a computer scientist studying the role of technology in intimate partner violence, cofounded the Center to End Technology Abuse.
Hubble Observes Stars Flaring to Life in Orion
This Hubble image features just-forming stars, called protostars, dazzle a cloudy landscape in the Orion Molecular Cloud complex.
Minnesota’s biggest companies starting to feel heat from ICE surge
From Target to General Mills and Caribou Coffee, Minnesota’s largest employers are feeling pressure amid a surge of immigration officers in the state following the killing of Renee Good.
Synopsys Enters Definitive Agreement with GlobalFoundries For Sale of Processor IP Solutions Business
Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS ) today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement for the sale of its Processor IP Solutions business to GlobalFoundries (Nasdaq: GFS) (GF). Synopsys' extensive investment in IP quality, comprehensive technical support and robust IP development methodology enables designers to reduce integration risk and accelerate time-to-market. This transaction enhances the focus of Synopsys' IP business on strengthening its leadership position in interface and foundation IP while pursuing the highest-value, AI-driven opportunities from the cloud to the edge for customers spanning HPC, mobile, automotive and consumer. "We are focusing our IP resources and roadmap to further our leadership in essential interface and foundation IP while winning new, high-value opportunities that advance our position as the leading provider of engineering solutions from silicon to systems," said Sassine Ghazi, president and CEO of Synopsys. "GF will be an excellent future
Secrets Of Ancient Concrete, And... Data Centers In Space?
What can we learn from a Pompeii construction site preserved in ash? Plus, tech companies look to build solar-powered data centers in space.
Meta Compute, The Meta-OpenAI Battle, The Reality Labs Sacrifice
Mark Zuckerberg announced Meta Compute, a bet that winning in AI means winning with infrastructure; this, however, means retreating from Reality Labs.
Head of Oneida Nation's business group replaced over ICE contracts
The former president and CEO of an Oneida Nation group of small businesses has been ousted following fallout over one company’s contracts with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
New outdoor sports complex striving to become Boston’s next social hot spot
Featuring pickleball, padel and more, Ballers is hoping to build "a wellness center for people that want to be outdoors."
Movies and TV shows casting across the US
Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting across the US.
Scene Calendar: Theater, dance, live music top week in entertainment
A comprehensive list of Gainesville-area entertainment events.
Long Island mom-and-pop hardware stores closing amid online competition, lack of family succession plans
Approval Rating: Reading Fans Pleased With Leam Richardson’s Start
Noel Hunt’s successor has been in post since October and taken charge of 11 matches in all competitions.
China’s swipe at Starlink; 2,000-year-old ‘computer’: 7 science highlights
From China’s record-breaking hypergravity machine to geoengineering deserts, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.
Saks Global files for bankruptcy protection amid luxury market strains
Saks Global, the parent company of luxury retailer Saks Fifth Avenue, filed for bankruptcy protection late Tuesday, according to court documents filed in US Bankruptcy Court in Houston, Texas.
GR-01 policy guides IU community members in navigating political activities
The policy was established to ensure compliance with state and federal lobbying laws and state law on public statements, while also protecting the free sp...
Lithia neighbors push back against proposed sports complex in agricultural area: 'It's worth fighting for'
Residents living near Boyette Road in Lithia say what they call a sports complex operating on land zoned “agricultural rural” is changing the character of their community.
New Degree Program Brings Together Computer, Geospatial Sciences
The University of Texas at Dallas has introduced a new interdisciplinary bachelor’s degree that will train students in both computer and geospatial sciences, broadening their career prospects across both disciplines. The Bachelor of Science in computational and geospatial science degree program began last fall in the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences (EPPS) and […]
Entertainment Listing: Jan. 14
Wednesday Jan. 14 Booby’s • Carbondale Local band benefit night: Pet Mosquito, Burgers Gone Wild, and thee Ultraviolets, 8 p.m. Hangar 9 • Carbondale Open deck competition and dollar night, 8 p.m. Hawthorne Art • Carbondale Advertisement Hey Neighborino Club – comedy and storytelling open mic, 7 p.m. PK’s • Carbondale Trivia, 8 p.m. ...
More Switch Games Have Received Switch 2 Compatibility Updates
Two Pokémon titles and "Cats on Duty"
More than just moviemaking: Trilith announces entertainment complex grand opening, live show lineup
The entertainment complex includes a new theater, performance venue and outdoor plaza. More than just moviemaking: Trilith announces entertainment complex grand opening, live show lineup
‘Flawed,’ ‘inaccurate,’ ‘biased’: Influential Oregonians say state’s lawyers wrote shoddy explanations for proposed ballot measure
The biggest flaw, they say, is that the draft explanations completely omit the proposed measures' biggest impact: 1.1 million more Oregonians would be able to take part in government funded primary elections for the most important offices.
More Texans have signed up for ACA health coverage despite expiring subsidies and falling national enrollment
The Jan. 3 snapshot, though incomplete, indicates a stabler marketplace and less coverage loss than many experts and insurers feared.
Signal's Founder Turns His Attention to AI's Privacy Problem
Confer, an open source chatbot, encrypts both prompts and responses so companies and advertisers can’t access user data.
LA County, city offer free health-compliant food carts under new vending program
Street vendors in Los Angeles County now have the opportunity to get a health code-compliant food cart for free.
In a Risky Gambit, Trump Tries Brute Force to Lower Prices
To assuage cost-weary voters and combat inflation, the president has resorted to a mix of threats and punishments, targeting companies and policymakers alike.
In a Risky Gambit, Trump Tries Brute Force to Lower Prices
To assuage cost-weary voters and combat inflation, the president has resorted to a mix of threats and punishments, targeting companies and policymakers alike.
Supreme Court appears likely to uphold transgender athlete bans
The Supreme Court on Tuesday during oral arguments seemed likely to uphold laws that prohibit transgender women and girls from competing on women’s and girls’ school sports teams. After nearly […]
Epic and health systems sue Health Gorilla and data companies
OCHIN, Reid Health, Trinity Health and UMass Memorial Health join the electronic health record vendor in a new federal lawsuit alleging improper access and monetization of 300,000 patient medical records.
Enthusiasts used their home computers to search for ET—scientists are homing in on 100 signals they found
For 21 years, between 1999 and 2020, millions of people worldwide loaned UC Berkeley scientists their computers to search for signs of advanced civilizations in our galaxy.
Film and TV company attached to 50 Cent invests $124 million in new Louisiana production studios
In an effort to bring the entertainment industry to Louisiana, rapper Curtis Jackson, better known as 50 Cent, is investing $124 million into a new production campus for his company, G-Unit Film & Television.
Dell tells staff to ready for biggest changes in company history: memo
Dell has existed for 42 years, but the coming changes are the biggest transformation in company history, according to COO Jeff Clarke.
Is hyaluronic acid all hype? We look at the science
While hyaluronic acid is a common component of our skin and tissue and is marketed as a way to boost hydration, its skin benefits are more complicated than it appears.
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson finalizes deal for Shreveport entertainment development initiative
A company owned by entertainer 50 Cent finalizes a deal to invest almost $125 million to develop three enterta...
Unpacking All the Samsung Galaxy S26 Rumors: Cameras, Pricing, Specs, More
S26 leaks include Samsung potentially ditching the Edge, Perplexity AI integration, and better Qi2 wireless charging compatibility. Based on our experience, here's what we expect in early 2026.
KHSAA requests judging review for state cheerleading competition
KHSAA officials are working with judges who oversaw a state cheerleading competition after concerns arose about scoring.
Why Businesses are Turning to Mass Timber For Office and Data Center Construction
Companies like Crow Holdings, Toyota, Microsoft, and Walmart are embracing the natural material for productivity gains, sustainability, and the bottom line.
Online Event: Latest on Dealmaking in Media & Entertainment
Many of the biggest names in media and advertising, from broadcasters to cable networks to Hollywood studios to broadband providers to advertising holding companies, are grappling with major strategic…
A new generation of Chinese companies is expanding around the world
They are following a different playbook from that of their elders
Joe Starkey returns to TribLive as sports columnist
Veteran sports columnist and broadcaster Joe Starkey is joining TribLive, the company announced Tuesday, adding one of the most respected voices in Western Pennsylvania to its sports coverage of Pittsburgh’s professional and college teams. Starkey, who worked at the Trib earlier in his career, is an award-winning sportscaster, radio host
Games Workshop Rejects the Abominable Intelligence
The makers of 'Warhammer' declare heresy on generative AI, banning its use in the company's design process.
He Started a Business With $850 and Grew It to $2.5 Billion — After This Make-or-Break Moment
Varsity Brands is now a $2.5 billion company, but a mistake early on could have cut the company’s progress short.
The Galaxy S26 Plus' latest rumors got me asking: where's the Plus, exactly?
It's not to be found in the battery compartment, I can tell you that much.
Apple launches 'Creator Studio' bundle of apps for $12.99 per month
The bundle includes access to Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and Pixelmator Pro on Mac and iPad, as well as Motion, Compressor, and MainStage on Mac.
What Apple and Google’s Gemini deal means for both companies
They’re putting up a united front against AI newcomers.
Apple rolls out Creator Studio to boost services push, adds AI features
Apple on Tuesday unveiled Apple Creator Studio, a new subscription bundle of professional creative software priced at $12.99 a month or $129 a year, as the iPhone maker steps up its push into paid services for creators, students and professionals. The company has used its services business, which includes its Apple Music and iCloud services, to drive growth in recent years, helping counter slower hardware growth and generate recurring revenue. Apple Creator Studio bundles some of the company's best-known creative tools into a single subscription, including Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro and Pixelmator Pro across Mac and iPad.
Apple Introduces New 'Creator Studio' Bundle of Apps for $129 Per Year
Apple today introduced a new Creator Studio bundle that offers access to six creative apps, and premium features in iWork apps, for $12.99 per month or $129 per year. Apple Creator Studio includes access to Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and Pixelmator Pro on the Mac and iPad, as well as Motion, Compressor, and MainStage on the Mac. Plus, it unlocks premium AI features and content across the iWork apps Keynote, Pages, and Numbers across the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and later in the Freeform app.
Anthropic launches Cowork, a file-managing AI agent that could threaten dozens of startups
The new tool brings Claude Code's capabilities to non-technical users, positioning Anthropic to compete with productivity tools like Microsoft Copilot.
Why getting small business payroll right is so important
Payroll is one of the most important responsibilities for small business owners. In this episode of Small Business Smarts, discover why getting payroll right from day one matters to manage compliance, build employee trust and protect business health for the long term. For more information, visit ADP.com/SPARK
From Olympics to Tom Brady, Fanatics expands into entertainment with new studio
Fanatics, the sports merchandising giant best known for jerseys and collectibles, is moving deeper into entertainment and bringing fans closer to the action. The company announced Tuesday the launch of Fanatics Studios, a new content arm with initial projects including the official Olympic film for the LA28 Games, a multipart documentary following seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady and joining ESPN as a producer of the 2026 ESPY Awards. Other partnerships will include WWE, MLB and Fox Sports.
5 ChatGPT Prompts To Protect Your Business (and Career) From AI In 2026
AI will crush unprepared businesses in 2026. Use these 5 ChatGPT prompts to protect your company, build your brand, and stay ahead of the curve.
Amazon’s plan to beat ChatGPT? Give Alexa a better memory
Amazon executives laid out their vision for Alexa’s future in an interview with CNN at the CES tech convention, where the company launched a new Alexa website and updates to other Amazon products.
Scientists find a natural sunscreen hidden in hot springs bacteria
Researchers studying cyanobacteria from hot springs in Thailand have discovered a new natural UV-blocking compound with impressive antioxidant power. Unlike conventional sunscreens, it’s biocompatible and potentially safer for both people and the environment. The molecule is produced only under UV and salt stress and uses a unique biosynthetic pathway never seen before. This could help drive a new generation of eco-friendly sunscreens and skincare products.
Donald Trump says ‘we’re screwed’ if supreme court rejects global trade tariffs
President says ‘it would be a complete mess’ if the supreme court rules against tariffs, with decision expected as soon as Wednesday
40 years on, did Proposition 48 protect US college sports – or punish Black athletes?
When the NCAA tied eligibility to standardized test scores in 1986, hundreds of recruits were barred from competition. But its legacy is still a subject of debate
At This Office Park, Scamming the World Was the Business
Times journalists got a rare look inside one of the compounds where the online fraud industry makes its billions. Inspirational slogans (“Keep going”) were just the start.
A conservative Supreme Court tackles the question of trans women in school sports
The first case involves an Idaho student barred by state law from trying out for the track team; the second was brought by a West Virginia middle schooler barred by state law from competing.
Circinus Galaxy (Hubble and Webb Compass Image)
This image shows two views of the Circinus galaxy, one captured by the Hubble Space Telescope and the other by the James Webb Space Telescope’s NIRISS (Near-Infrared Imager and Slitless Spectrograph. It shows compass arrows, scale bar, and color key for reference.
The New Mercedes S-Class Has Stronger Engines
The flagship undergoes its largest facelift, with more than half of its components new or updated.
A Complete Guide to Fashion’s Biggest Sports Moments in 2026
This year will see the Winter Olympics and a North American World Cup. In between, there are plenty of opportunities for brands to enmesh themselves in the world of sport.
Astrana Health Touts Delegated Risk “Single Payer” Model, Prospect Synergies, Reiterates 2025 Guide
Astrana Health (NASDAQ:ASTH) executives outlined the company’s delegated risk model, growth strategy, and recent integration priorities during a company presentation followed by a Q&A session. The event featured remarks from Brandon Sim, with Chief Operating and Financial Officer Chan Basho join
Baidu CFO on Business Strategy, AI Investments
Henry He, CFO at Baidu, discusses the company’s business strategy and its investments in AI. He speaks with Stephen Engle from the sidelines of the UBS Greater China Conference in Shanghai. (Source: Bloomberg)
Cosm Shared Reality immersive entertainment solution venues
With the cost of attending live sporting events being out of reach for a lot of fans, there is a big market for creating a shared immersive experience that makes you feel like you are there. A company called Cosm, who have a ton of experience doing dome installations all around the world, has come … Continued
Clearwater business says imposter used its information, stole from consumers
American Mobile Home Sales said its business is in the middle of a nightmare after a fake company began posing as them and ripping off customers.
Framework increases Desktop prices by up to $460 due to RAM crisis
Computer brand Framework has hiked the prices on RAM for its Desktop systems and Mainframes in response to rising costs with its suppliers.
Amendment 36: New Program Element: F.19 Collaborative Opportunities for Mentorship, Partnership and Academic Success in Science
F.19 Collaborative Opportunities for Mentorship, Partnership and Academic Success in Science (COMPASS) funds collaborations between NASA Centers and academic
OpenAI acquires healthcare startup Torch to build out ChatGPT Health
OpenAI acquired Torch, a healthcare startup that unifies lab results, medications recordings from doctor visits, as the foundation AI model company builds out ChatGPT Health. | OpenAI acquired a healthcare startup that unifies lab results, medications and provider visit recordings as it builds out ChatGPT Health.
OpenAI acquires health tech company Torch
Large AI companies are showing more interest in monetizing health care workflows.
JPM26: Bristol Myers CEO to ‘cast a broad net’ as business development remains a top priority
San Francisco—Bristol Myers Squibb is already aiming to launch more than 10 new medicines by 2030. | Bristol Myers Squibb is already aiming to launch more than 10 new medicines by 2030. But to hear CEO Chris Boerner, Ph.D., tell it, “business development remains a top priority” for the company’s capital allocation strategy heading into 2026.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County Comprehensive Breast Center Adopts Advanced Technology to Enhance Lymphedema Prevention - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County’s Comprehensive Breast Center has enhanced its efforts to prevent lymphedema with the adoption of the ImpediMed
Meta Plans to Cut 10% to 15% of Employees in Reality Labs Business
The layoffs are set to be announced this week and would affect Meta’s work on the metaverse, as the company spends heavily on building artificial intelligence.
Zohran Mamdani taps ex-councilman Rafael Espinal as NYC's...
Rafael Espinal, 41, a former Brooklyn city councilmember and state assemblyman, was appointed by the young socialist mayor on Monday to be the next commissioner of the Mayor's Office of Media and...
24-year-old founded company that made $40 million in 2025
Oscar Rachmansky, 24, was selling sneakers as a side hustle when he spotted a business opportunity that would become a multimillion-dollar company.
How to watch ‘Off Campus,’ coming soon to Prime Video
Dive into the world of college hockey romance as this new series based on the best-selling books follows an elite team and the complex relationships that shape their lives.
Alliance Entertainment and Processa Pharmaceuticals Interviews to Air on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money(TM) Show on Bloomberg TV
ORLANDO, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / January 9, 2026 / RedChip Companies will air interviews with Alliance
Nudj Health Names Dr. David Nash
Global leader of Population Health and Public Accountability for Health Outcomes Joins Advisory Board David B. Nash, MD, MBA David B. Nash joins Nudj Health Advisory Board SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JP Morgan Healthcare Conference -- Nudj Health, the leading AI-powered whole-person, lifestyle-medicine care enablement company, today announced that David B. Nash, MD, MBA, an internationally recognized physician leader, health policy expert, and educator, has joined the Nudj H
2026 Best of Business
WBJ’s Best of Business awards are centered around one concept: referrals. Businesses will attract and retain new customers in all sorts of ways, but most will tell you the best way is to get your existing clients to do it for you. A recommendation from a trusted source goes a long way whenever a company leader is looking for a lawyer, an accountant, a place for lunch, a venue for a large event, or a fun place to take employees as a reward for all their hard work. Now in its 13th year, WBJ’s Best of Business awards are essentially recommendations from trusted sources for the organizations to best help your companies succeed. As we do every year, WBJ compiled this list of winners by asking our readers to vote in the various categories. From Nov. 1-28, more than 2,160 votes were cast. The top votegetters are the winners of this year’s 54 categories. To celebrate these winners and to meet the best of the best, I invite you to attend WBJ’s Best of Business awards event at 4:30 p.m. on Jan. 28 at the Beechwood Hotel in Worcester. Part celebration and part hyperactive networking event, the Best of Business awards is a unique experience in the local economic scene. Always a good time, the room is full of potential contacts, who can all help your business achieve that next level of excellence. You can register here. – Brad Kane, editor
Bay State business outlook remains gloomy entering new year
Mass. companies cite escalating costs as their top concern, overshadowing otherwise resilient economic activity.
Science In The AI Age
AI supercharges discovery; Nye and Afeyan warn U.S. anti-science cuts threaten health, competitiveness, future today.
Ray and Dana Chery ride booming sports and entertainment ‘boring business’ tide
At a time when high-flying businesses are grabbing attention, a number of people in the business world are leaving those positions for more "boring business" roles, as Ray and Dana Chery did when buying portable sink firm Monsam, a profitable company.
US Med-Equip Recognized as One of Modern Healthcare’s Best in Business
Fast-Growing Rental Company Honored for Supply Chain Excellence Supporting Hospitals HOUSTON, TEXAS / ACCESS Newswire /
Computer model locks in Texans vs. Steelers picks, score prediction
How to bet Houston Texans vs. Pittsburgh Steelers in NFL Wild Card action
Seattle’s appetite for new property taxes approaching its legal limit
State law limits Seattle’s ability to add new property taxes, even those approved by voters. Now, new priorities and bigger levies than ever before are competing.
WA fines another insurer for violating mental health rules
A string of big insurance companies have been fined in Washington for not following laws around providing mental health coverage.
Tempus and NYU Langone Health Announce Strategic Collaboration to Advance Precision Oncology
CHICAGO, January 12, 2026--Tempus, a leader in artificial intelligence and precision medicine, and NYU Langone Health, one of the nation’s premier academic medical centers, today announced a multi-year strategic collaboration aimed at transforming cancer care through advanced molecular profiling and data-driven insights. The collaboration will support NYU Langone Health’s Center for Molecular Oncology at the Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Cancer Center, a comprehensive, pan-cancer initiative to more
Mammoth Fieldhouse: Multi-Sport Entertainment Complex Coming To Osage Beach, Set To Open In 2028
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — A large, multi-sport entertainment complex that could include a driving range experience like "Top Golf," pickleball, and other sporting elements, is coming Osage Beach.
KUSTOM ENTERTAINMENT, INC. COMPLETES THE DIVESTITURE OF ITS NOBILITY HEALTHCARE SUBSIDIARY; SHARPENS ITS FOCUS ON $100 BILLION LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND ONLINE TICKETING MARKETS
OVERLAND PARK, KS, Jan. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kustom Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: KUST) (the “Company”), today announced that it has closed the sale of its 51% ownership interest in Nobility Healthcare, LLC, its healthcare billing and revenue cycle management subsidiary. This step is in conjunction with its previously announced major corporate rebranding, by changing its name to Kustom Entertainment, Inc. and its Nasdaq ticker symbol to “KUST”. The divestiture of the Company’s healthcare
Hamburg accuse former sporting director of not complying with investigation into sexual harassment allegations
Hamburg originally announced Kuntz’s departure on January 2, stating that he requested a release from his contract after Christmas.