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This floating time crystal breaks Newton’s third law of motion
Scientists have created a new kind of time crystal using sound waves to levitate tiny beads in mid-air. These particles interact in a one-sided, unbalanced way, breaking the usual rules of motion and creating a steady, repeating rhythm. The system is surprisingly simple yet reveals complex physics with big implications. It could help advance quantum computing and deepen our understanding of biological timing systems.
Scientists twisted a mysterious superconductor and got a shocking result
A decades-old superconducting mystery just took a surprising turn. Strontium ruthenate, a material that conducts electricity with zero resistance at low temperatures, has long puzzled scientists with hints of an exotic, complex superconducting state. But by carefully twisting and distorting ultra-thin crystals, researchers found something unexpected: the material barely reacted at all. This challenges years of assumptions and suggests its behavior may be far simpler—or far stranger—than previously thought.
Rising health costs push some middle-aged adults to skip the doc until Medicare
Adults ages 50 through 64 saw health care costs skyrocket after Obamacare subsidies faded. Now some are delaying care until Medicare kicks in.
Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement listed for Nintendo Switch, plus an unannounced 505 Games Switch 2 title
Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement has been listed for Nintendo Switch alongside an unannounced Switch 2 title from 505 Games. The Scarlet Engagement, a sequel to the original, was previously announced last year. Although there wasn’t any news about a Nintendo release, the latest discovery suggests that we’ll be getting it on Switch at the very least. It’d be somewhat surprising...
Washington Football Hires Utah State Analyst as Special Teams Analyst
Washington will once again have two coaches working on specials teams in 2026 after added a rising analyst to work alongside Chris Petrilli.
Friction without contact discovered as magnetic forces break a 300-year-old law
Researchers have uncovered friction without contact—driven entirely by magnetic interactions. As two magnetic layers slide, their internal forces compete, causing constant rearrangements that dramatically increase resistance at certain distances. This creates a surprising peak in friction instead of a steady rise, breaking a long-standing physics law.
Webb Telescope spots “impossible” atmosphere on ancient super Earth
Astronomers have uncovered surprising evidence of a thick atmosphere surrounding TOI-561 b, a scorching, fast-orbiting rocky planet once thought too extreme to hold onto any gas. Using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, researchers found the planet is far cooler than expected for a bare rock, hinting at a heat-distributing atmosphere above a churning magma ocean. This strange world—where a year lasts just over 10 hours and one side is locked in eternal daylight—may even be rich in volatile materials, behaving like a “wet lava ball.”
The surprising ways menopause can affect your mouth — and what you can do about it
At age 41, a Westmoreland mom of 3 is diagnosed with a cancer that's rising in younger populations
When Misty Ament felt sharp pain in her right side last August, the 41-year-old assumed she was dealing with appendicitis. Instead, doctors discovered...
Michigan's mobile businesses bring convenience to your door
Mobile salons, saunas and gaming trucks are booming in Michigan as entrepreneurs meet rising demand for doorstep convenience and flexible service.
New AI tool predicts cancer spread with surprising accuracy
Researchers have discovered that cancer spread isn’t random—it follows a kind of biological “program.” By studying colon tumor cells, they identified gene patterns that signal whether a cancer is likely to metastasize. Their AI model, MangroveGS, can predict this risk with about 80% accuracy and even works across multiple cancer types. This could transform how doctors decide who needs aggressive treatment and who doesn’t.
Tariffs were already squeezing small businesses. Now the Iran conflict is pushing them to the brink as rising oil prices boost shipping costs
Thin margins and limited reserves leave small businesses uniquely exposed.
Scoop: Weight management company Wondr on the block
Both employer health costs and demand for GLP-1s are rising.
Prairieville’s Sarah Taylor is scaling a health network for industrial growth
As Ascension Parish’s industrial boom continues to draw contractors and skilled workers to the region, the demand for occupational health services is rising alongside it. NuREADY Health Network is expanding its footprint across the Gulf South to help companies manage workforce testing, injury care and compliance across multiple job sites. Major industrial construction and maintenance […]
These are the women exec moves you need to know across sports, finance, and media
From women rising across the MLB and a new volleyball league to the next move for the founder of Baked by Melissa.
The US in Brief: The rising cost of war
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term
Rising toll: Are NC sports betting protections enough?
With two years of legalized sports betting in the books, public health advocates, researchers and counselors suggest changes.
<em>Pokémon Horizons: Season 3—Rising Hope</em> Part 2 Available on Netflix
The adventure continues in Pokémon Horizons: Season 3—Rising Hope Part 2 on Netflix.
Rising fuel prices impact businesses and consumers in Greater Cincinnati
Gasoline and diesel prices are soaring due to the ongoing conflict with Iran, impacting businesses and consumers across the U.S.
Democratic rising star wins Illinois Senate primary running on ‘f*** Trump’ message
How are rising gas prices in Arkansas affecting business for food trucks?
As gas prices continued to climb, some food trucks in town were having to make some changes to keep up with rising costs. One of those businesses was The Utopia Deli, who used to move their busines…
Bars turn to 'tiny' cocktails as Americans trim drinking, spending amid rising prices
Tiny cocktails are taking over American bars nationwide as health-conscious drinkers seek smaller pours and moderation, creating a new mini drink trend.
Gastonia business feels squeeze as gas prices rise
A Gastonia business owner says that rising gas prices are having a direct impact on his business and may cause him to raise his prices.
Why Denver should care about conservation easements — even if you’ve never set foot on a ranch
By Jason Swan I live in Denver. I drink tap water from my kitchen sink, hike close to home when I can, worry about wildfire smoke every summer, and try, like many families, to keep up with the rising cost of living. I don’t own land. I don’t ranch. I don’t farm. And yet one […]
NCAA Tournament 2026 bracket: Simulation predicts surprising upsets, sleepers, March Madness picks
When does the March Madness 2026 schedule start, and when are 2026 NCAA Tournament brackets due? The 2026 March Madness bracket begins on Thursday, March 19
2026 Valspar Championship odds, picks: Surprising predictions from model that's called 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Valspar Championship 2026 10,000 times and revealed PGA best bets
Folsom ensures workers get no-cost health care
Folsom Mayor Lance Willie wants to make sure all his employees will continue to receive insurance at no cost to them, and with rising costs, the only way the town
‘Very damaging’: how the Iran war is hitting energy-intensive industries
Conflict pushes companies struggling with rising costs in sectors such as steel and chemicals to the edge
Characterising terpenic plant resins, wood tars and pitches in heritage science: analytical methods and applications
npj Heritage Science - Characterising terpenic plant resins, wood tars and pitches in heritage science: analytical methods and applications
Hilary Duff defends her mother Susan after Frankie Muniz called her a 'super intense’ stage mom during the 'Lizzie McGuire' days
Hilary Duff defends mother Susan after Frankie Muniz labeled her ‘super intense’ stage mom: ‘I was never pushed into acting.'
2026 Valspar Championship odds, picks: Surprising predictions from model that's called 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Valspar Championship 2026 10,000 times and revealed PGA best bets
Trump suggests he may delay China trip due to Iran war, but Bessent says it's not to pressure on Strait of Hormuz
Bessent downplays rising oil prices and says the Treasury Department doesn't plan to intervene.
Clear Space, Clear Mind: The Science Behind Decluttering
Want a clearer mind? Here are five surprising ways that a clutter-free environment can boost our well-being.
NCAA Tournament 2026 bracket: Top-rated simulation predicts surprising upsets, March Madness picks, sleepers
When does the March Madness 2026 schedule start, and when are 2026 NCAA Tournament brackets due? The 2026 March Madness bracket begins on Thursday, March 19
Why do healthcare costs continue to rise? A policy expert weighs in. - McCourt School of Public Policy
Research Professor Emeritus Jack Hoadley explains what’s contributing to rising healthcare costs — and how policy can be part of the solution.
Playing Politics With Scholarships Fails Families
States rarely turn down financial aid from Washington. But several Democratic governors are now doing just that, and others may join them. What’s going on? Not surprisingly, the answer involves special-interest politics.
Oppo, OnePlus, and Vivo officially announce smartphone price increase in China
Rising RAM and semiconductor costs are pushing Chinese smartphone brands to adjust their pricing. Oppo, OnePlus, Vivo, and iQoo are among the latest to announce price hikes across multiple devices in China.
UK mortgage shelf-life nosedives amid market uncertainty; oil rising again
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
Yankees news: Rodón surprising himself in camp
Rodón showing good velocity in camp; Castro could become a name to watch for bullpen; Boone thinks Hess could make an impact.
‘It’s not a solvable problem’: Maine’s outgoing hospital lobbyist says there’s no fix for rising health care costs
As Steven Michaud leaves his long-time role with the Maine Hospital Association, he reflected on pivotal events during his tenure.
Medicine in motion: Ballroom dancing helps all ages step to better health
On a dance floor, the waltz looks effortless: couples gliding in sweeping circles, posture tall, movements fluid. But beneath the elegance is a surprisingly...
"Suck it up, Buttercup:" Executive Producer discusses new documentary about rising healthcare costs
Executive Producer Dr. Terry Mulligan discusses his new film, "Suck it up, Buttercup," about healthcare costs and how they harm patients and providers alike.
Circle Bank Charter And Earnings Put USDC Business Model In Focus
Circle Internet Group (NYSE:CRCL) has received preliminary approval to form a national trust bank, giving its USDC stablecoin business a new regulatory footing. The company also reported strong quarterly earnings, supported by rising USDC adoption and new partnerships with Visa and BlackRock. Circle Internet Group is appearing on more investor radars, with NYSE:CRCL closing at $115.38 and posting a 99.4% return over the past 30 days. The stock is also up 13.2% over the past week and 38.2%...
Textbooks were wrong: Scientists reveal the surprising way human hair really grows
Hair may grow in a completely different way than scientists once believed. Instead of being pushed out from the root, new research shows that moving cells inside the follicle actually pull the hair upward like a microscopic motor. Advanced 3D imaging revealed a spiral movement of cells that generates this force. The finding could change how scientists study hair loss and design future treatments.
Centuries-old skeletons reveal a hidden effect of tobacco no one had identified before - Futura-Sciences
It is no longer up for debate: tobacco use has devastating effects on human health. And even today, researchers continue to uncover new harmful consequences linked to it. A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Leicester, published in the journal Science Advances, reveals a surprising discovery: tobacco...
Meta eyes massive 20% workforce cut as AI infrastructure costs continue to soar across operations: report
Meta layoffs could cut 20% of workforce as tech giant weighs job reductions to offset rising artificial intelligence infrastructure costs.
How Sports Are Helping Peacock Originals Fly Higher
Turns out hosting the two biggest sporting events of the year can be a real boon for your streaming service. It’s perhaps unsurprising that NBCUniversal’s Peacock racked up major wins in the month it carried both the Super Bowl and the most-watched Winter Olympic Games in over a decade, not to mention a massively watched NBA All-Star […]
McCloskey: Is MAHA alive and well?
Abby McCloskey: One year in, MAHA retains grassroots energy but lacks substantive policy progress on children’s health, as rising obesity, chronic illness and...
Whittaker: Get money out of politics
Michigan voters face rising utility bills and fees as DTE and Consumers Energy donate hundreds of thousands to state legislators.
Scientists built the hardest AI test ever and the results are surprising
As AI systems began acing traditional tests, researchers realized those benchmarks were no longer tough enough. In response, nearly 1,000 experts created Humanity’s Last Exam, a massive 2,500-question challenge covering highly specialized topics across many fields. The exam was engineered so that any question solvable by current AI models was removed. Early results show even the most advanced systems still struggle — revealing a surprisingly large gap between AI performance and true expert-level knowledge.
The surprising new ways bacteria spread without propellers
Scientists at Arizona State University have uncovered surprising new ways bacteria move, even without their usual whip-like propellers called flagella. In one study, E. coli and salmonella were found to spread across moist surfaces by fermenting sugars and creating tiny fluid currents that carry them forward — a newly identified behavior researchers call “swashing.” In another study, a different group of bacteria was shown to control its movement using a microscopic molecular “gearbox” that can reverse direction like a biological snowmobile.
New Syracuse AD Bryan Blair is ‘the rising star’ in college sports (what they’re saying)
Syracuse's new athletic director recently made Sports Business Journal's '40 under 40' list
Scientists discover a universal temperature curve that governs all life
Researchers have uncovered a universal pattern showing how temperature affects life on Earth. Across thousands of species—from microbes to reptiles—performance rises gradually with warming until an optimal temperature is reached, after which it drops sharply. Although each species has its own preferred temperature range, they all follow the same underlying curve. This surprising constraint suggests evolution may have limited room to help species cope with rapid climate warming.
Eating These 2 Surprising Fruits Every Day May Help Support Heart Health
New research found that eating mango and avocado daily may benefit certain heart health markers.
Bangladesh parliament meets after uprising, elections ushered in new gov’t
Newly elected PM Rahman has blamed Sheikh Hasina and her Awami League party for undermining the previous parliament.
Houston Dominates Glass, Still Loses Big to Denver
Rebounding dominance couldn't save Houston. Turnovers and cold three-point shooting fueled Denver's surprising blowout victory.
Hundreds of GPs tell BBC they have never refused a sick note over mental health concerns
The number of fit notes issued has been rising, with more than 11.2m approved in England last year.
Depression may start with an energy problem in brain cells
Researchers have discovered a surprising change in how cells produce energy in people with depression. Brain and blood cells in young adults with major depressive disorder produced more energy molecules at rest but had trouble increasing energy production when needed. Scientists believe this imbalance may contribute to symptoms such as fatigue and low motivation. The finding could help pave the way for earlier diagnosis and more personalized treatments.
Chinese companies race to hedge against a swinging yuan with regulatory encouragement
Chinese companies have rushed to derivatives for protection from currency exposure as a rising yuan has hurt some exporters for months and - more recently - the war in Iran has ramped up volatility.
Initial thoughts on Colts’ first free-agent moves
First wave of free-agency done, and the Colts have moved as many of us expected, which is rather surprising. It usually does not transpire like this, I was especially surprised by the Pittman and Franklin moves because I did not expect them to happen, but here are my hot opinions on what Ballard and Steichen […]
2026 Players Championship odds, picks: Surprising predictions from model that's called 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated The Players Championship 2026 10,000 times and revealed PGA best bets for TPC Sawgrass
Health department: ‘Steep rise’ in uninsured Minnesotans
Rising costs and fewer people on public health insurance programs contributed to the highest rate of uninsured Minnesotans since 2017.
Haleon Strengthens Commitment to China as Consumers Focus on Better Everyday Health
SHANGHAI, March 11, 2026--Haleon, a consumer company that is solely focused on better everyday health, is investing £65 million in a new state-of-the-art oral health manufacturing site in Shanghai. The facility will support the expansion of its oral care portfolio – which includes the global brands Sensodyne and parodontax – into China’s fast-growing tier 2 and tier 3 cities, where rising incomes, growing awareness of everyday health and a shift towards trusted, branded products are reshaping co
Mobile brain scans sound like science fiction. But they're now helping more Canadian patients
A rising number of Canadian facilities are using mobile brain scanners to help patients, by offering MRIs mid-surgery in hospital or diagnosing stroke right on the roadside. So what's the future of this game-changing technology?
The leaked iPhone Fold renders show a big design mistake
The iPhone Fold is almost here, but leaked renders look surprisingly similar to one old foldable.
Rising gas prices affect San Joaquin County small businesses, gig workers
Gas prices are soaring in California. This is directly impacting small business food trucks and delivery drivers in San Joaquin County.
A surprising percentage of produce from the nation’s largest supplier contains ‘forever’ pesticides
Nearly 40% of California-grown nonorganic produce has residues from pesticides made from potentially toxic PFAS chemicals that can remain in the body for years.
Nintendo Shares Rally 10% as New Pokémon Game Lifts Sentiment
Nintendo Co. shares soared as much as 10% in their steepest climb since April as the surprise success of its new Pokémon game helped offset worries around the rising cost of memory chips.
Patriots Could Make Surprising Change To Romeo Doubs' Game
New England may change where wide receiver Romeo Doubs lines up.
Senate Moves Toward Passing Sweeping Housing Bill, but Challenges Lie Ahead
The legislation’s progress is all the more surprising because it addresses an issue that is shaping up to be the main battleground of the midterm elections: affordability. The effort could still stall.
NFL free agency grades 2026: Breaking down biggest deals, trades
NFL free agency featured some surprising contracts and trades. How did each team fare in the most notable deals? We break it down.
Watch Small Business Optimism Falls Again
For the second straight month, small-business optimism is falling. Sales expectations are weakening, and economic worries are rising. Xero CEO Sukhinder Singh Cassidy joined Bloomberg Open Interest to talk about the pressure points for small business and how owners are bracing for higher prices.
Rising prices, mixed messages: Iran war is fraught with political risk for Trump
The war's price, measured in damage to the economy and in political costs to Trump, is still coming into view.
Trump’s War in Iran, and Rising Gas Prices, Collide With Midterm Agenda
The attack on Iran has led to a surge in energy prices at a moment when the cost of living is a major issue heading into the fall elections.
Weight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic and Wegovy Show Surprising Heart Health Benefits
A new study suggests that widely used GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may do more than improve metabolic health: they could also protect the heart after a heart attack. Doctors can often reopen the blocked artery that triggers a heart attack, but that is not always the end of the crisis inside the heart
Trump’s ‘roaring economy' meets a rough start to 2026 with job losses, rising gas prices and uncertainty
Donald Trump promised that 2026 would be a bumper year for economic growth. Instead it's kicked off with job losses, rising gasoline prices and more uncertainty about America’s future.
Trump calls rising oil prices a 'small price to pay' in war with Iran
The president called rising oil prices short-term and \
Universal Health strikes $835 million Talkspace deal in mental health push
Hospital operator Universal Health Services said on Monday it would acquire virtual healthcare provider Talkspace in a deal valued at $835 million, amid rising demand for behavioral health services.
Scientists found a surprising way to make exercise work better
Exercise normally boosts the body’s ability to use oxygen, a key marker of health and longevity — but high blood sugar can block that benefit. Researchers found that a ketogenic diet helped mice normalize blood sugar and dramatically improved how their muscles responded to exercise. Their muscles became better at using oxygen and built more endurance fibers. The results suggest diet and exercise may work together in surprising ways to improve metabolic health.
The Surprising Science Of Why Sneakers Squeak
The forces that cause sneakers to squeak also create mini-earthquakes (shoe-quakes, if you will) and tiny lightning bolts.
A measles surge, AI in warfare and accelerated global warming
Why measles cases are rising in the U.S., how artificial intelligence is shaping warfare, and what accelerated global warming means for the world
Iran war sends shockwaves through African fuel market and economies
Rising global oil prices triggered by the Iran war are increasing economic pressures across Africa, where most countries rely heavily on imported petroleum products.
Carrots aren’t the only food for better vision: 4 others that may help protect your eyes
Discover four surprising foods that boost eye health beyond carrots. Learn how egg yolks, pistachios, sweet potatoes and spinach protect vision naturally.
Engineers make magnets behave like graphene
Engineers have discovered an unexpected link between two very different realms of physics: the behavior of electrons in graphene and magnetic waves in specially engineered materials. By designing a thin magnetic film with a hexagonal pattern of holes—similar to graphene’s structure—the researchers showed that magnetic “spin waves” can follow the same mathematical rules as graphene’s famously unusual electrons. The surprising overlap reveals a deeper connection between electronic and magnetic systems and gives scientists a powerful new way to study complex magnetic materials.
Iran war spreading economic damage far beyond oil and gas markets
The conflict has hit Europe and Asia harder than the United States, with rising shipping costs and energy prices.
5 Cool Things You Didn't Know Your Wi-Fi Router Can Do
Whether it's an older router you have lying around or the current one you're using, there are a lot of surprising features you may not be aware of.
A perfectly balanced atom just broke one of nuclear physics’ biggest rules
Physicists have discovered a surprising new “Island of Inversion” in a place no one expected: among nuclei where the number of protons equals the number of neutrons. For decades, these strange regions—where atomic nuclei abandon their usual orderly structure and become strongly deformed—were thought to exist only in highly neutron-rich isotopes far from stability. But experiments on molybdenum isotopes revealed that molybdenum-84 behaves dramatically differently from its close neighbor molybdenum-86, even though they differ by just two neutrons.
I Tried the $599 MacBook Neo. Apple Just Flipped the Budget-Laptop Script
Apple’s long-rumored budget MacBook has finally arrived, and after my first hands-on session, the sleek, surprisingly capable MacBook Neo feels like a breakout hit.
Scientists discover a brain signal that may trigger autism’s domino effect
Researchers have uncovered a surprising molecular chain reaction in the brain that may play a role in some forms of autism. The study suggests that nitric oxide, a tiny signaling molecule normally involved in fine-tuning communication between brain cells, can sometimes trigger a cascade of changes inside neurons. When nitric oxide activity rises, it can alter a protective protein called TSC2, weakening an important cellular brake and allowing the mTOR pathway, which controls growth and protein production, to become overactive.
The surprising science behind why daylight saving time is good for wildlife
You might have a love-hate relationship with daylight saving time, but research shows that urban wildlife may stand to benefit
Guest column | The surprising health benefits of natural light exposure
Sunlight can have positive effects on your sleep, mood, metabolic health and more. Here’s how much exposure you need to see benefits, and how to get it safely.
Ahead of Midterms, Economic Warning Signs Pile Up for Republicans
With employers cutting jobs and gas prices rising amid the war in Iran, Democrats see an opportunity to press their advantage.
Three Winners and Losers of EPL Game Week 29
The Premier League always brings plenty of talking points, and Gameweek 29 was no exception. Across the weekend, there were strong performances, surprising results and a few disappointing displays that caught the attention of fans and Fantasy Premier League managers. Some players stepped up and made a real difference for their teams, delivering goals, assists […]
Smaller raise? Higher health insurance costs may be to blame
Many employers responded to rising health insurance costs by scaling back pay increases, the New York Fed found.
Indianapolis business owners faced with rising prices amid economic uncertainty
Smaller raise? Higher health insurance costs may be to blame
Many employers responded to rising health insurance costs by scaling back pay increases, the New York Fed found.
California whiz kid’s science experiment draws FBI probe: ‘Surprising situation’
“This is definitely a surprising situation,” he said. “I don’t think anybody expects to have the federal authorities knock on their door.”
Looking back on the history of women’s sports at Baylor
When you think of the greatest moments in Baylor women's athletics history, you likely think of highlights like Women's Basketball's three national championships, Acrobatics & Tumbling's decade of dominance, and Softball's six Women's College World Series appearances. Not surprisingly, many o
Here's How Much Faster MacBook Air Gets With M5 Chip vs. M4 Chip
We now know how much faster the new MacBook Air with the M5 chip is compared to the previous model with an M4 chip, courtesy of a Geekbench 6 result shared by TechRadar's Lance Ulanoff. However, given the 14-inch MacBook Pro and the iPad Pro were already updated with the M5 chip last year, the result is not too surprising. Ulanoff ran Geekbench on a MacBook Air with an M5 chip, which has a 10-core CPU.
Video, Sports, and Cooking: 5 Summer Courses for High Schoolers · Babson Thought & Action
From social media to sports to storytelling, here are five more interesting pre-college courses for rising high school juniors or seniors.