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The sludge in your shower drain? That could be scientists’ next big find : Short Wave
Microbes are little alchemists that perform all manner of chemical reactions. A team of microbiologists co-founded a non-profit to try to harness those abilities to solve some of the world’s big problems — from carbon capture to helping coral reefs to cleaning up waste. Recently, the team turned their attention to the microbes living in people’s homes — on and in shower heads, drip pans, and hot water heaters. These rather extreme environments may have pressured microorganisms into surviving in ways that could be advantageous to humans. Science reporter Ari Daniel takes us on a treasure hunt in miniature.This episode was produced by Hannah Chinn. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.Interested in learning more about the weird and wonderful world of microbes? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.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.
The sludge in your shower drain? That could be scientists’ next big find : Short Wave
Microbes are little alchemists that perform all manner of chemical reactions. A team of microbiologists co-founded a non-profit to try to harness those abilities to solve some of the world’s big problems — from carbon capture to helping coral reefs to cleaning up waste. Recently, the team turned their attention to the microbes living in people’s homes — on and in shower heads, drip pans, and hot water heaters. These rather extreme environments may have pressured microorganisms into surviving in ways that could be advantageous to humans. Science reporter Ari Daniel takes us on a treasure hunt in miniature.This episode was produced by Hannah Chinn. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.Interested in learning more about the weird and wonderful world of microbes? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.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.
Cowboys' familiar penalty problems persisted in Schottenheimer's first season
Penalties were a problem for the Cowboys, with familiar faces and common calls adding to a league-worst total. But there were weird anomalies, too.
K–12 science labs have a hazardous chemical problem. Teachers are looking for support
As US teachers discover more and more legacy chemicals in schools, funding for cleanup is hard to find. Educators, nonprofits, and local governments are stepping in to help
WA budget woes dominate as Ferguson, lawmakers begin 2026 session
In addition to Washington state's self-inflicted problems, lawmakers are facing a frequently hostile Trump administration and attempts to slash federal funding.
No campaign? No problem. Inside California political elites’ shadowy spending
A Sacramento Bee review of over 100 campaign accounts reveals how lawmakers use their war chests to shore up connections and live large.
Scientists are inventing treatments for devastating diseases. There’s just one problem.
Gene therapy treatments for rare diseases are being developed, but getting them out of the lab has proved challenging.
When will Minecraft realms be back up? Frustrated users report 'bedrock couldn't load' error
According to DownDetector, the outage began around 12 p.m. EDT, with most reports citing problems connecting to servers and accessing gameplay.
Letters to Sports: Time for Mick Cronin to fix UCLA's problems
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on the state of UCLA basketball, USC football, the Lakers, Angels and Dodgers.
Our President Doesn't Understand Science, Or How Science Works
Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. This is a problem across our society, a major problem. Perhaps it’s a significant problem in every society, but at least some other societies more implicitly trust people who understand science to be leaders in society. In the US, the ... [continued]
Black business owners say proposed restrictions will harm Buchanan community
Hundreds gathered at City Hall Thursday to talk about a potential zoning ordinance impacting the Buchanan Arts District. Metro Planning Commissioners called it the classic zoning problem — trying to figure out how commercial and residential properties can coexist. The ordinance would limit the hours of operation and impose noise restrictions on future businesses in the area. It was born out of a new “Commercial Compatibility” zoning overlay created by the Metro Council earlier this fall. (Overlays add an additional set of rules to the existing restrictions in place, as a way of managing development). That overlay was sponsored by […]
New Jersey health officials report state's 1st pediatric flu death of the season
The New Jersey Department of Health says the child is under 5 years old and was from the northern part of the state, and had no underlying health problems.
Using AI, Mathematicians Find Hidden Glitches in Fluid Equations
A $1 million prize awaits anyone who can show where the math of fluid flow breaks down. With specially trained AI systems, researchers have found a slew of new candidates in simpler versions of the problem.
Vikings’ Biggest Offseason Problem Could Be a Nothingburger
When 2025 free agency kicked off for the Minnesota Vikings, the club had around $60 million in cap space, prepared […]
Arsenal's cutback problem explained: Why Gunners' attack is faltering
Arsenal are successively executing one of the most dangerous attacking moves in soccer more than any other team, but with little to show for it
Your next primary care doctor could be online only, accessed through an AI tool
The shortage of primary care doctors is a national problem. To cope, a large health system in Massachusetts is using an AI tool to screen patients and refer them to other care.
Your next primary care doctor could be online only, accessed through an AI tool
The shortage of primary care doctors is a national problem. To cope, a large health system in Massachusetts is using an AI tool to screen patients and refer them to other care.
Boise State has a guard problem
Through 16 games, the Boise State Broncos have maintained their status quo on the defensive end of the floor. They have the No. 26-ranked defensive effciency with the nation’s second-highest defensive rebound rate (77.1). While they don’t typically force a ton of turnovers, Leon Rice’s squads have typically been among the sound units defensively in […]
NASA cancels spacewalk and considers early crew return from ISS due to medical issues
NASA is considering the early return of Crew-11 from the International Space Station after an unidentified astronaut experienced a medical problem.
The problem with blaming everything on inflammation
What your favorite TikTok influencer gets right — and wrong — about this widespread concern.
Trump’s controversial ballroom could actually solve a decades-long problem— and takes first formal steps for construction
President Donald Trump’s sprawling new East Wing ballroom project has attracted widespread controversy — but promises to solve a problem identified by first families and their social secretaries on both sides of the aisle for decades.
In Lodge Grass, Montana, a Crow community works to rebuild from meth's destruction
Meth is a problem most everywhere, but particularly in Indian Country. In one small town on the Crow Indian Reservation in Montana, new buildings serve as symbols of a town trying to rebuild after being devastated by addiction.
Seven takeaways from a new audit show major shortfalls in state monitoring of behavioral health grants
An audit found extensive problems with behavioral health grants and deeper concerns at the Department of Human Services.
CES 2026: The Tone Outdoors T1 solved the biggest problem with leaf blowers
Whisper Aero's new spinoff used aerospace engineering to reduce the annoyance of cleaning your yard.
The problem with the Fox broadcast
Analyzing the flaws of modern baseball broadcasts and making baseball more cinematic
No Mahomes, no problems? Bills have a new (but familiar) adversary standing in way of title
Game Preview: Washington at #5 Purdue
Washington 9-5 (1-2) heads into Mackey Arena to take on the #5 Purdue Boilermakers 13-1 (3-0) Wednesday night. Matt Painter didn’t take long to get to the crux of the problem trying to defend Danny Sprinkle’s Washington Huskies: Washington will and wants to get to the rim at all times. Washington is one of the […]
The NHL-best Avalanche have a power play problem
In today's edition: Ravens fire Harbaugh, the NHL's best team has a problem, the legend of Trinidad Chambliss, NBA power rankings, Wemby being Wemby, and more.
The good (and bad) of DoorDash's fake viral story
It had all the makings of a story that would rile people up. And it did. The only problem? It wasn't real.
Trump’s credibility problem on Venezuela
In 2008, Donald Trump took to CNN to bemoan the dangers of a president lying the United States into war.
Thune’s 3 key ingredients for a health care deal
Congress is back to trying to solve its health care problem.
Audit finds widespread problems in DHS oversight of behavioral health grants
It comes as Minnesota is under scrutiny for fraud in social services programs.
Computer Science Colloquiums Series: Balanced Allocations: The Power of Choice Versus Noise
AbstractIn the balanced allocation problem we wish to allocate m balls (jobs) into n bins (servers) by allowing each ball to choose from some bins sampled uniformly at random. The goal is to maintain a small gap between the maximum load and average load.
Walz steps away as state’s health care problems worsen
Prosecutors have exposed a lack of public program oversight. Why aren't insurers facing consequences for the health care harm they've caused?
Most Cape Cod renters are 'housing burdened.' It's a problem that needs to be solved.
The Cape Cod Commission Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy report lays out goals to create a vibrant Cape economy. Here's a look.
NFL: Half of the top 10 highest-paid QBs missed the playoffs, but their big contracts weren't the problem
Philosophy to the Rescue of Science
The pessimistic meta-induction—the argument that since past scientific theories have been shown to be false, we should expect that today’s will turn out false, too—makes the New York Times. . Elay Shech, professor of philosophy at Auburn University, takes up the topic in the context of current political disputes about science and our government’s seemingly increasing disregard of expertise: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the secretary of health and human services, made a version of this argument in August when defending his decision to halt hundreds of millions of dollars in mRNA vaccine development despite the objections of vaccine scientists. He said that “science is always evolving” and the experts could not always be trusted. Shech accepts that “many widely accepted [scientific] theories have been discarded” but that the question, “why should we trust the ones we have now?” is misleading. Why? It implies that the only possible attitudes toward science are naïve faith and wholesale pessimism. It assumes that science is a single global entity that rises or falls all at once, when in reality, science is an array of local domains of inquiry, each with its own standards of evidence and degrees of reliability. In place of skepticism, Shech recommends “disciplined trust.” The first step in the direction of disciplined trust is recognizing that “there is no single scientific method used in all of science.” Shech writes: Newton’s deduction from observed phenomena is very different from Darwin’s inference to the best explanation, which in turn differs radically from Einstein’s thought experiments with light beams, trains and elevators. What people call “the scientific method” is really many distinct ways of investigating the world—different strategies for representing, experimenting and classifying. Since different areas of science employ different methods and rely on different kinds of evidence, to make a case for skepticism “you need to look at the evidence and methods in a specific area of inquiry.” And that case will not be “a sweeping claim about all of science” but rather about that particular area of inquiry with, for example, what might turn out to be “well-understood methodological problems.” Shech’s piece is “Science Keeps Changing, So Why Should We Trust It?” (NYT gift link). Discussion welcome (readers are advised to keep in..
A New Bridge Links the Strange Math of Infinity to Computer Science
Descriptive set theorists study the niche mathematics of infinity. Now, they’ve shown that their problems can be rewritten in the concrete language of algorithms.
AI Needs More Power and Big Tech Is Running Out of Earth
Big technology companies are starting to look beyond Earth to solve a growing AI problem. The issue is simple. Training AI models uses massive amounts of power, and...
New year, smarter home: 7 AI-powered Kickstarter projects that actually solve problems
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Analyzing the Commanders 'age problem' heading into 2026
The Commanders had the oldest roster in the NFL in 2025. A deeper look shows GM Adam Peters has his hands full this offseason.
‘Practice Launch 90′ program aims to help open more health practices faster
Are you frustrated with how long it can take to get a doctor’s appointment? One Vermont-based company is pitching a quick fix to this region’s long-lasting problem.
A hidden brain problem may be an early warning for Alzheimer’s
Researchers discovered that clogged brain “drains” show up early in people at risk of Alzheimer’s disease. These blockages, easily seen on standard MRI scans, are tied to toxic protein buildup linked to memory loss and cognitive decline. In some cases, they may signal Alzheimer’s earlier than other commonly used brain markers. This could help physicians detect the disease earlier, before irreversible damage sets in.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Hands-On Leak Reveals A Massive New Camera Island Design
New Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra hands-on leak reveals a problematic camera island redesign. Check out Galaxy S26 Ultra OnLeaks dummy unit photos here.
US government employee shares photo of shocking scene at workplace: 'Unfortunately, I don't think this is a unique story'
E-waste like this is a major problem for the Earth.
Zipcar’s business model is an evolutionary dead end
The problem for car clubs is that most of the costs are fixed
All The Video Games I Started But Did Not Finish In 2025
If the commenters of this site and also the Defector Twitch chat are to be believed, I have many problems, but there’s one that haunts me every single day: I am terrible at finishing video games. Just an absolutely dog shit completionist, that’s what I am. I played a lot of games in 2025, thanks…
Data science and mathematics professor strengthens global partnerships, student exchange - College of Arts and Sciences
"I am drawn to applying mathematics to solve real-world problems," said associate professor Yifei Lou, who holds a joint position in the UNC School of Data Science and Society and the department of mathematics in UNC's College of Arts and Sciences.
Liverpool part ways with set-piece coach Aaron Briggs
Liverpool set-piece coach Aaron Briggs leaves the club amid the problems in dead-ball situations this season.
Now proving pesky for contenders, Jazz prepare to host Celtics
Utah is quickly becoming a problem NBA playoff contenders can't solve.
2025: The year of the starfish (and the Pacific Northwest scientists trying to save them)
Research groups from several universities and institutes have been tackling the problem of dying sea stars, each looking for ways to help these important apex predators recover.
How monopolies caused havoc around the world in 2025
From tech companies to airlines and streaming services, monopolies are becoming more problematic around the world.
ADHD drugs don’t work the way we thought
ADHD stimulants appear to work less by sharpening focus and more by waking up the brain. Brain scans revealed that these medications activate reward and alertness systems, helping children stay interested in tasks they would normally avoid. The drugs even reversed brain patterns linked to sleep deprivation. Researchers say this could complicate ADHD diagnoses if poor sleep is the real underlying problem.
Mississippi State tunes up for SEC season vs. Alabama State
Mississippi State could be sorting out its early-season problems at the right time when it hosts Alabama State on Monday in Starkville, Miss.
Virgil van Dijk says Liverpool's set-piece problems are a 'killer'
Virgil van Dijk says that Liverpool's problems from set-pieces "hurts" and that the second phase is a "killer" for them.
Streamers like Disney+ and HBO Max have a key problem with no clear solution
Free streamers like YouTube have gained viewers, while growth at paid services like Disney+ and Netflix has slowed.
PS6 Already Has A Problem And It's No One's Fault, Can't Be Fixed
PlayStation 6 might already have a problem that can't be fixed
Rainbow Six Siege Is Being Hacked, As Players Are Gifted 2 Billion Credits, While Ban Logs Are Spammed With Digs At Ubisoft
Content creators urge players to stay offline until the problem has been resolved, given the extent of the breach.
Health care advocates ready to leave 2025 behind, but many issues will reemerge in 2026
Health care advocates and state officials called the past year “stressful,” “frustrating” and “crazy” -- from jarring shifts in federal policies to ongoing budget problems. They're ready to leave 2025 behind, but fear 2026 may be more of the same.
Christmas loss reveals Lakers have problems that need fixing
With the Lakers now on their longest losing streak of the season, some tough questions are about to be asked.
Stranger Things Season 5's New Romance Highlights One Of The Show's Biggest Problems
A moment between two characters in Stranger Things season 5 volume 2 once again underscores the silliness of a status quo decision.
This popular painkiller may do more harm than good
Tramadol, a popular opioid often seen as a “safer” painkiller, may not live up to its reputation. A large analysis of clinical trials found that while it does reduce chronic pain, the relief is modest—so small that many patients likely wouldn’t notice much real-world benefit. At the same time, tramadol was linked to a significantly higher risk of serious side effects, especially heart-related problems like chest pain and heart failure, along with common issues such as nausea, dizziness, and sleepiness.
Don't make these mistakes when planning your family's inheritance
More money, more problems? Billionaires are passing down trillions to their kids. Here's what they are doing wrong.
Scientists found a way to restore brain blood flow in dementia
A new study suggests that dementia may be driven in part by faulty blood flow in the brain. Researchers found that losing a key lipid causes blood vessels to become overactive, disrupting circulation and starving brain tissue. When the missing molecule was restored, normal blood flow returned. This discovery opens the door to new treatments aimed at fixing vascular problems in dementia.
Raiders place TE Brock Bowers on IR with knee injury
Bower is shut down after a knee injury continues to create problems for the Raiders tight end
Plant science with a twist
From morning glories spiraling up fence posts to grape vines corkscrewing through arbors, twisted growth is a problem-solving tool found throughout the plant kingdom. Roots “do the twist” all the time, skewing hard right or left to avoid rocks and other debris. Scientists have long known that mutations in certain genes affecting microtubules in plants can cause plants to grow in a twisting manner.
Airing my grievances towards the 2025 Los Angeles Rams
“I’ve got (some) problems with this team and now you’re gonna hear about it!”
The Gear That Defined Tech Editor Josh Ross's 2025: AI, Cameras, WorldTour Bikes, and More
It wasn’t just about the fastest bikes or the lightest parts. This year my favorites included items, both bike related and not, that fostered connection, solved real problems, and brought me joy.
Why Sports Is The Fastest Way To Break CTV’s Programmatic Ceiling
Programmatic media buying is expected to account for the majority of growth in the CTV market in 2026. This year alone, over 90% of CTV ad dollars were transacted through programmatic pipes. That data isn’t surprising. Programmatic has solved a real problem by helping brands reach TV viewers with targeted precision at much lower costs. […]
Vermont Department of Mental Health offers free training for clinicians to address problem gambling issues
When Vermont legalized sports betting, it allocated funds to address problem gambling issues. The Department of Mental Health is now expanding those services.
Video: Why Scientists Are Performing Brain Surgery on Monarchs
Scientists in Texas are studying monarch butterflies to understand how they navigate thousands of miles, possibly by sensing Earth’s magnetic field. Alexa Robles-Gil explains how researchers are examining the butterflies’ brains to find answers.
'Congress is in a coma': Former members sound alarm on health of the House
Congress ends the year with a thin list of legislative accomplishments and a growing number of retirements. Former lawmakers say the problems now plaguing Capitol Hill have been years in the making.
The Culture War Comes for Science
The Trump administration has exploited and exacerbated the problems besetting science. Our moment demands a new contract answerable to the scientific needs of American society.
Broncos’ missed tackles were a big problem vs. Jaguars
"We just have to be better," Broncos coach Sean Payton said of the team's missed tackles against the Jaguars.
Three immediate problems for Potters to solve
BBC Radio Stoke's Mark Elliott on how things have shifted for Stoke City and how they need to get back on track going into 2026.
New York parents say kids 'freeze' on mandated electric school buses during brutal winter weather
Parents in western New York report heating problems with mandated electric school buses, claiming children come home cold after rides in freezing weather.
Millennial fulfilled dream of owning food stall, with one problem
Jonas Koh fulfilled his dream of starting a nasi lemak hawker stall. But in an area filled with a frugal older crowd, he's struggling to get sales up.
NPB slugger Munetaka Murakami signing with White Sox on two-year deal, per report
Murakami was the top power hitter in Japan, despite strikeout problems
Turning plastic waste into valuable chemicals with single-atom catalysts
The rapid accumulation of plastic waste is currently posing significant risks for both human health and the environment on Earth. A possible solution to this problem would be to recycle plastic waste, ...
Science news this week: Japan laser weapon trial, comet 3I/ATLAS bids farewell, and AI solves 'impossible' math problems
Dec. 20, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation Securities Fraud Class Action Result of Undisclosed Financial Problems and 63% Stock Decline - Investors may Contact Lewis Kahn, Esq, at Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC
/PRNewswire/ -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors with substantial...
Nex Playground Boss Says The Console Solves The Wii "Problem"
David Lee explains why the Nex Playground isn't selling any games.
Health officials warn of possible rats in toilets after heavy rain, flooding
You may come face-to-face with an unexpected problem in your home after the recent heavy rain and flooding.
Why quantum computers have memory problems over time
A team of Australian and international scientists has, for the first time, created a full picture of how errors unfold over time inside a quantum computer—a breakthrough that could help make future ...
News Analysis: Trump's math problem: Rising prices, falling approval ratings
Rising prices have given President Trump a major political problem: Many of the voters who backed him last year are losing faith.
Republicans Can’t Escape Their Self-Created Health Care Problem
Another series of failures ensures that a debate they can’t win will extend into the election year of 2026.
Backlash over Larian CEO's AI comments is a leadership problem
CEO Swen Vincke angered developers with his description of how Larian Studios is using generative AI. There's good reason for it.
Large Minnesota study underscores disproportionate rates of health problems among recently incarcerated and unhoused people
In a study of more than 4.3 million people in Minnesota, researchers found widespread disparities in health conditions between the general population and people who ...
What Can U.S. Employers Do About Rising Healthcare Costs?
U.S. employers are grappling with surging healthcare costs as healthcare prices and service volumes rise. Provider consolidation, high drug prices, labor shortages, and growing chronic disease are fueling the cost increases. Employer have largely responded by shifting expenses to workers. Their track record in pursuing aggressive options—including collective purchasing, tiered plans, value-based care, and advocating for changes in government policies—is poor. The big question is whether they have the will to become more aggressive in pursuing remedies. The outlook is not promising. The reasons include the complexity of the problem, employee resistance to some solutions, and the fact that most employers just don’t have sufficient “skin in the game” to take on the disruption and risk that would be required to bend the healthcare cost curve significantly or sustainably.
Water pollution puts Floridians at risk of severe health problems
Chemicals foul wells used for drinking water and fuel harmful algae that can make people sick, a Times investigation shows.
Data centers have a political problem — and Big Tech wants to fix it
A growth engine for the economy is becoming a political albatross. Can messaging change that?
Nuno Loureiro, professor and director of MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center, dies at 47
Nuno Loureiro, an MIT professor of nuclear science and engineering and of physics, has died at 47. A theoretical physicist and fusion scientist, and director of the MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center, Loureiro studied complex problems at the center of fusion vacuum chambers and at the edges of the universe.
Nuno Loureiro, professor and director of MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center, dies at 47
Nuno Loureiro, an MIT professor of nuclear science and engineering and of physics, has died at 47. A theoretical physicist and fusion scientist, and director of the MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center, Loureiro studied complex problems at the center of fusion vacuum chambers and at the edges of the universe.
Difference in kidney function tests predicts health risks
Use of two different blood tests may help clinicians better track kidney health and risk for future health problems than either alone.
Being a Huge Asshole Is Not Good Politics
It would be one thing if Trump was delivering for the average person. But when he isn't, his complete lack of human virtue becomes a bigger problem.
Business leaders agree AI is the future. They just wish it worked right now
Last spring, CellarTracker, a wine-collection app, built an AI-powered sommelier to make unvarnished wine recommendations based on a person’s palate. The problem was the chatbot was too nice. “It's just very polite, instead of just saying, ‘It's really unlikely you'll like the wine,’” CellarTracker CEO Eric LeVine said.
Will Congressional Inaction Force Farmers to Choose Between Health Insurance and Their Farm Budget?
Farmers likely need to prepare for substantially higher premiums and healthcare costs for 2026, unless Congress acts now to address the problem.
Mirelo raises $41M from Index and a16z to solve AI video's silent problem
Mirelo, a German startup that is building AI to add synced sound effects to videos, has raised a $41 million seed round led by Index Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz.
Nearly 1 in 4 Americans say the U.S. health care system is in crisis
A new Gallup poll found that about eight in 10 Democrats, and 64 percent of Republicans, say the system is in crisis or has “major problems.”
Grok Is Glitching And Spewing Misinformation About The Bondi Beach Shooting
Among other problems, the chatbot is spewing misinformation about the horrific Bondi Beach shooting in Australia.