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EGLE says pellet spill poses no public health risk as Kalamazoo River cleanup continues
Thousands of pounds of plastic pellets, known as nurdles, spilled along I-196 and into the Kalamazoo River near Saugatuck almost a month ago.
Stardew Valley reveals new marriage candidates for 1.7 update
Stardew Valley fans can get a first look at the two new marriage candidates, Clint and Sandy, coming with the 1.7 update right here.
Florida Department of Health cuts thousands of dollars in funds from HIV and AIDS drug program
Starting Sunday, the state will cut its subsidies for the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP), and funds will only be available for people at or below 130% of the federal poverty level, a drop from 400%.
Trump asks Supreme Court to remove immigration protections for thousands of Syrians
President Donald Trump’s administration urged the Supreme Court on Thursday to allow it to end temporary protections for thousands of Syrians who have been living in the United States since the government’s brutal crackdown on protesters fifteen years ago.
Apollo rocks reveal the Moon had brief bursts of super-strong magnetism
Scientists at the University of Oxford have finally settled a decades-long mystery about the Moon’s magnetic field — and it turns out both sides were right. By reanalyzing Apollo mission rocks, they discovered that the Moon did occasionally generate an incredibly powerful magnetic field, even stronger than Earth’s — but only for fleeting bursts lasting thousands of years or less. Most of the time, the Moon’s magnetic field was weak.
Meet the MBA Class of 2027: Leti Valle, Harvard Business School
Meet the Harvard Business School MBA Class of 2027 through in-depth profiles on their experiences and aspirations
Kazakhstan plants tens of thousands of trees in giant effort to reintroduce tigers
Kazakhstan planted 37,000 seedlings and cuttings in South Balkhash last year to prepare for the return of its tigers, which disappeared more than 70 years ago.
Entertainment: Limelight venue & Survior 50
Limelight Hawaii, a six-thousand square foot space at the Ala Moana Hotel, can hold up to 700 people and features a massive LED screen, concert-level sound and lighting, and a full commercial kitchen and bar.
Busting Through the Hype and Politics of Forest Thinning
Forest managers conduct hundreds of thousands of acres of forest “thinning” projects annually in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and elsewhere, resulting in substantial ecological and financial costs.
Sens. Mullin and Sanders get into spat over fixing healthcare in America
Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., criticized Sen. Bernie Sanders, D-Vt., for the state of healthcare in the U.S. during a Senate hearing on the nomination of Dr. Casey Means for surgeon general.
‘We melt it down’: As gold hits record highs, business has never been so good for San Diego precious metals merchants
It is a boom time for bullion, as people dig through jewelry boxes and coin collections to turn metal into cash. Instead of reselling those items, many businesses will convert them into gold and si…
Three North Adams Small Businesses Get Grants
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — A local restaurant has a solution to acoustics, a plant store is going mobile, and a popular ice cream/sandwich shop is getting new equipment and a...
Health insurance sticker shock drove thousands to drop or slash coverage in N.J.
A family of four earning $45,000 paid no premiums last year. This year, they'll get socked for $1,607.
Wasserman Schultz invites small business owner as her guest for D.C. State of the Union address
Wasserman Schultz says Steve Reyes story illustrates the affordability struggle faced by many of her constituents.
Science knows of 21,000 bee species. There are likely thousands more
A new paper provides the first statistically derived estimate of bee species richness around the world. But this is about more than bees.
San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering brings industry leaders to Petco Park
Exhibitors include Ballet Folklorico Moncayo, Children’s Museum of Discovery and the U.S. Navy, plus major pharmaceutical companies like Bristol Myers Squibb and Genentech among others.
Opinion: Women’s sports should be a priority
On Wednesday, Feb. 4, after the men’s basketball game against Monmouth College, I watched the crowd empty out while I started my warm ups. Feb. 4 is National Girls and Women in Sports Day, yet as the stands became vacant, I could not help but wonder how much that day truly meant to the people...
Resident Evil Requiem Leakers Deserve "A Thousand Deaths", Says Hideki Kamiya
Bit extreme, don't you think?
Teton Science School, Indian Springs Ranch plan for tunnel to ease left turns onto Highway 22
Left turns out of the Teton Science Schools’ Jackson campus onto Highway 22 are harrowing.
Shedeur Sanders Receives Major Praise From Fellow Browns' Rookie
Cleveland Browns standout linebacker Carson Schwesinger heaps praise on fellow rookie Sheduer Sanders
Zimbabwe rolls out long-acting HIV drug, among first countries to do so
Zimbabwe, where HIV has led to tens of thousands of deaths over the past two decades, is one of the first countries to roll out lenacapavir, a long-acting drug that authorities hope will slow new infections.
Browns' Shedeur Sanders facing unfair QB hotseat narrative in 2026
Sanders will have it all to do this offseason.
The Moon Is Still Shrinking and Scientists Just Found New Moonquake Zones
Scientists have mapped thousands of young tectonic ridges across the Moon, showing it is still slowly shrinking. These ridges may mark previously unknown sources of moonquakes.
Thousands of flights canceled as winter storm arrives in Northeast
Airlines canceled thousands of flights across the Northeast on Sunday and Monday as a giant winter blizzard threatens to drop nearly two feet of snow.
PLNU celebrates 25th anniversary of free healthcare clinic for uninsured patients
The Health Promotion Center operates twice a week at Mid City Church of the Nazarene with PLNU faculty and students offering free healthcare.
Businesses celebrate win at Supreme Court over Trump on tariffs
Thousands of companies - not just those that sued the Trump administration - will now decide whether to pursue refunds.
Businesses celebrate win at Supreme Court over Trump on tariffs
Thousands of companies - not just those that sued the Trump administration - will now decide whether to pursue refunds.
More than two thousand student projects on display at regional science fair
Over 900 junior and senior projects and more than 1500 elementary projects on display at this year's Greater Austin Regional Science and Engineering Fair.
Medical tourism: US family went to Turkey for healthcare, saved money
Amid rising US healthcare costs, Cara West found relief in medical tourism. Her family saved thousands getting tests and scans done in Turkey.
Medical tourism: US family went to Turkey for healthcare, saved money
Amid rising US healthcare costs, Cara West found relief in medical tourism. Her family saved thousands getting tests and scans done in Turkey.
Cuba says US oil blockades are pushing healthcare system to the brink
Cuba’s Health Minister says the country is headed to a catastrophic humanitarian crisis, saying the US blockade of oil on his country is rendering hospitals helpless and puts thousands of lives at risk.
Business Badger Beat: Lessons From A Career Trek To North Carolina
In our latest Business Badger Beat, junior Lauren Downham takes us along on her recent Career Trek to Raleigh, N.C.
Business celebrates win over Trump tariffs, but refunds will take time
Thousands of businesses won a hard-fought victory when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled to overturn the White House's emergency tariffs. The process of getting refunds has only just begun.
Climate Physicists Face the Ghosts in Their Machines: Clouds
The planet is getting hotter, but one factor in particular makes it hard to tell just how hot it will get. Physicists and computer scientists are racing to solve the problem of clouds.
Sandra Stern To Step Down As Lionsgate Television Vice Chairman, Leaving TV Business After 40 Years
Sandra Stern, a 40-year TV veteran and one of the top business executives in the television industry over the last two decades, will be leaving her post as Vice Chairman at the Lionsgate Television Gr...
Android security gets aggressive as Google bans thousands of developers and millions of sketchy apps
Google is using AI to block millions of harmful apps, crush scam tactics, and strengthen Play Protect, making Android safer.
Money Talks as India Searches for Its Place in Global A.I.
Narendra Modi, the prime minister, convened foreign leaders, the richest Silicon Valley companies and thousands of Indian entrepreneurs for a week of deal making.
Tata's data centre business signs up OpenAI as customer
OpenAI will become the first customer of India's Tata Consultancy Services' data center business, beginning with 100 megawatts of capacity, the parent firm of ChatGPT said on Thursday. Separately, Tata Group is planning to deploy ChatGPT Enterprise across the company over the next several years, starting with hundreds of thousands of employees, OpenAI added.
Hamilton County redirects $480,000 in tourism funding to sports agency
Hamilton County commissioners voted Wednesday to move thousands of dollars away from tourism, opting to invest the funds into sports.$480,000 will be taken away
Sanders and Newsom clash over proposed tax on California's billionaires
As national Democrats search for a unifying theme ahead of the fall's midterm elections, a California proposal to levy a hefty tax on billionaires is turning some of the party’s leading figures into adversaries just when Democrats can least afford division from within.
Thousands of Alien Species Could Invade the Arctic, Scientists Warn
More than 2,500 alien plant species could find suitable conditions in the Arctic, especially in northern Norway and Svalbard.
IE Business School Launches ‘Global BBA’ That Rotates Students Across 4 Continents
The Global BBA moves students from Madrid to Dubai, Singapore & New York, blending academics, corporate projects & international exposure.
Nebraska lawmakers, business groups criticize auditor's findings on tax incentives
Sen. Brad von Gillern of Elkhorn said the incentives "have led to billions of dollars in investment in the state and created tens of thousands of jobs" since their creation.
Miller Sports + Entertainment Announces Legacy Partnership with SME Industries
SANDY, UT (February 18, 2026) – Miller Sports + Entertainment (MSE) announced today a new legacy partnership with SME Industries, Inc. (SME) across the platform, including Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC, Salt Lake Bees and Megaplex. Together, the organizations will focus on community-driven experiences and initiatives fueled by the
Miller Sports + Entertainment Announces Legacy Partnership with SME Industries
SANDY, UT (February 18, 2026) – Miller Sports + Entertainment (MSE) announced today a new legacy partnership with SME Industries, Inc. (SME) across the platform, including Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC, Salt Lake Bees and Megaplex. Together, the organizations will focus on community-driven experiences and initiatives fueled by the
Miller Sports + Entertainment Announces Legacy Partnership with SME Industries
SANDY, UT (February 18, 2026) – Miller Sports + Entertainment (MSE) announced today a new legacy partnership with SME Industries, Inc. (SME) across the platform, including Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC, Salt Lake Bees and Megaplex. Together, the organizations will focus on community-driven experiences and initiatives fueled by the
Miller Sports + Entertainment Announces Legacy Partnership with SME Industries
SANDY, UT (February 18, 2026) – Miller Sports + Entertainment (MSE) announced today a new legacy partnership with SME Industries, Inc. (SME) across the platform, including Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC, Salt Lake Bees and Megaplex. Together, the organizations will focus on community-driven experiences and initiatives fueled by the
Crusading Against the Health Hazards of Plastics
Epidemiologist Leonardo Trasande, MD, and other NYU Langone researchers are sounding the alarm about the growing health effects of microplastics. Learn more.
The Moon is still shrinking and it could trigger more moonquakes
Researchers have uncovered more than a thousand previously unknown tectonic ridges across the Moon’s dark plains, showing the Moon is still contracting and reshaping itself. These features are among the youngest geological structures on the lunar surface. Because they form through the same forces linked to past moonquakes, they could signal new seismic hotspots.
South Florida leaders push crackdown on Cuba-linked firms, a lifeline for thousands of families
Miami-Dade and local leaders seek tougher action on Cuba trade, revoking licenses, urging federal probes and targeting flights, remittances and shipments.
'Something more magical': Pensacola businesses begin transformation for Pensacon weekend
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- This weekend, thousands of fans are expected to flood to pensacola for the annual pensacon--as always, local businesses aren’t just getting r
Philly business owners could save thousands with this little-known resource
PIDC provides financing to businesses to create jobs and revitalize neighborhoods.
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG – The Artsbridge calendar of events for this week. TODAY * Photography Exhibit by Michael Mueller, WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg * Art Exhibit by Savannah Schroll Guz, Parkersburg Art Center * Rinse and Repeat, an exhibit by ArtBeat Studio, Parkersburg Art Center * Art is Life/Life is Art, ages 55-plus, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 […]
West Virginia Senate sends Small Business Growth Act to Morrisey
CHARLESTON — A bipartisan bill supported by both the West Virginia House of Delegates and Senate meant to help small businesses gain access to investment dollars will now be the first to complete the legislative process. The Senate voted Monday to concur with changes made by the House to Senate Bill 1, the Small Business […]
100-plus employers to offer jobs at Clark County spring job fair
The largest free job fair in Nevada is returning to the Las Vegas Convention Center, with more than 100 employers offering thousands of jobs.
After thousands of years, scientists discover a new function of yawning
In a new study, yawning has been shown to push the brain’s clear fluid in the opposite direction of a deep breath.
How Georgia Terry Is Rewiring Undergrad Business For The AI Era
Terry’s AI strategy is ambitious, its advantage structural amid a schoolwide push that pairs curriculum change with services, certificates, and a strong network.
How my best friend and I built a sandwich empire
A former banker and his lifelong friend turned a franchise obsession into owning Capriotti's and running the sandwich chain together.
Tens of thousands of Washingtonians could soon be in healthcare limbo
Tens of thousands of Washingtonians are at risk of losing their Mediciad coverage this year.
Indonesia Says It’s Preparing Thousands of Peacekeeping Troops for Trump’s Gaza Plan
President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia will be among those meeting with President Trump in Washington this week to discuss his Board of Peace initiative to oversee a cease-fire in Gaza.
Google patches Chrome zero-day as in-the-wild exploits surface
: High-severity CSS flaw let malicious webpages run code inside the sandbox
New Chrome Zero-Day (CVE-2026-2441) Under Active Attack
Google fixes actively exploited Chrome zero-day CVE-2026-2441, a high-severity CSS use-after-free flaw enabling sandboxed remote code execution.
Mental health drives early discharges in S. Korea military
Proportion of S. Korean conscripts deemed eligible for active duty has risen, but thousands of service members continue to leave the military early
Government shutdown, immigration demands and midterm politics collide as funding fight continues
Lawmakers left Capitol Hill for recess as the federal government entered another partial shutdown after negotiations over funding for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security stalled, leaving thousands of federal workers and travelers facing uncertainty.
How one man turned peanut butter and jelly into a successful business
Jeremiah Burns pursued a crazy idea. Just when it appeared a dream had died, a desperate prayer was answered.
San Diego Politics Show: Episode 2
Breaking down how the races for California governor and the 48th Congressional District are shaping up, and City Hall's biggest fights.
A ghost rises in Madison Opera’s splendid ‘Everlasting Faint’
Running again Sunday in Capitol Theater, Scott Gendel and Sandra Flores-Strand’s opera revives a notorious murder with beautiful staging and music.
What Business Students Should Know: The 'Job Hugging' Era
Four years ago, employees held all the leverage. Now, everyone is holding onto their jobs for dear life. Here's what has changed.
The DJI Romo robovac had security so poor, this man remotely accessed thousands of them
DJI may have fixed it now.
GoLocalProv | Politics | Epstein Cronies Donated Tens of Thousands to RI Politicians — Raimondo & Foulkes Largest Recipients
A number of Jeffrey Epstein’s cronies — some of America’s most powerful leaders in business and politics — have donated more than $20,000 to six different Rhode Island politicians.
Paris says 'oui' to booming business of romantic proposals
STORY: This Texan couple have been dating for one year.And Josue Perales wanted extra special celebrations with his girlfriend Kayla Balboa. On a candlelit terrace, overlooking the Eiffel Tower, she says "yes".Balboa had always wanted a Paris proposal. "She's always been mentioning how...""This is my dream place.""This is her dream... well, here we are."To make sure every detail was perfect, Perales employed the help of a local marriage proposal planning agency.And he's not the only one.Paris is seeing a surge in demand for elaborate marriage proposals like this one.Thanks to social media, TV shows and events showcasing the "City of Love", the entire industry catering to love-struck couples willing to pay thousands for unforgettable moments is booming.Les Entremetteuses, or "The Matchmakers", helped Perales get his "yes".Founder Pauline Le Tendre says Valentine's Day is her "busiest day of the year."But she says she's busy all year round - after demand started growing in 2019, with a brief lull during the pandemic."Once the borders reopened, it steadily increased. After that, there were a couple of boosts with (the TV show) 'Emily in Paris,' the Paris Olympics also. We had a lot of work after the Games."The company's proposal packages start at 590 euros, or just under $700, for a proposal on the Seine river banks.The average spend can go up to $2,400 - with some clients spending more for extras, like performers.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Artem Martynov & Anastasia KalynaFor those wanting to splurge even more, Kiss Me in Paris has them covered.The agency says its clients typically spend an average of about $12,000 on their experiences - or as much as some $118,000.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Tuan Nguyen FilmsLuxurious proposals are choreographed in high-end hotels, aboard yachts on the Seine, or in authentic French chateaux."To just be able to, in your social circles, say, 'We got engaged in Paris,' is great, right? It has prestige, it has cachet." That's Cengiz Ozelsel, who co-founded Kiss Me in Paris with his wife Chantelle Marie Streete.They say bookings have more than doubled since 2015.While the more budget-friendly Oui Love Paris agency told Reuters, its bookings have quadrupled since 2020.For many planners, though, the payoff is more than just numbers."I absolutely love it because... people are inviting you into their lives at one of the most special times in their lives."
Ohio State president shares his vision for higher ed at Business First Power Breakfast
Ohio State President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. addressed some of his top priorities for the university as a keynote speaker at the Columbus Business First Power Breakfast.Hundreds of attendees filled a ballroom at a downtown hotel Thursday morning for the annual breakfast hosted by Business First. The breakfast event has been a local tradition...
More than 50,000 in Mass. lose insurance plans after Congress fails to extend subsidies
Tens of thousands of Massachusetts residents no longer have health insurance after losing federal subsidies that helped them pay for coverage.
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Plan to Cut $600 Million in Health Funds
It is the latest court ruling staving off deep cuts to social services that Democratic-led states say are politically motivated and would harm hundreds of thousands of people.
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Plan to Cut $600 Million in Health Funds
It is the latest court ruling staving off deep cuts to social services that Democratic-led states say are politically motivated and would harm hundreds of thousands of people.
P&Q’s Must Reads: 10 Business Schools To Watch In 2026
This week, we reveal which business schools we’re watching for 2026, countdown the best EMBA programs in the U.S., and ask which schools should be included in Europe's M7, if Europe had one. We also offer more helpful stories in the News You Can Use category.
Binghamton business owner buys Broome-Tioga Sports Center
The new owner said he wants to keep dirt bike racing at the current facility while adding musical entertainment to attract thousands of visitors.
CDC issues health alert after virus outbreak hits popular honeymoon destination
The group of islands are famous for their white-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters and granite rock formations.
Former Rep. Tom Malinowski concedes to progressive activist Analilia Mejia in special New Jersey primary
Mejia won backing from Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in the primary to succeed New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill in Congress.
Backed by NFL and Olympics, flag football gains momentum in NCAA emerging sports program
Thousands gathered in San Francisco in the days leading up to the most anticipated game on the NFL calendar
Federal funds worth $5.6 million to support Grand Rapids, Muskegon Heights health centers
Two West Michigan health centers are receiving federal funding ranging from thousands to millions of dollars.
Why Scientists Are Still Figuring Out the Size and Shape of Jupiter
As astronomers catalogue thousands of exoplanets, why is our own solar system still so hard to detail?
Stop the burning process: What Erlanger health experts advise on treatment plans
Every year, thousands of workers are injured by burns on the job—often in environments where hazards are known, routine, and avoidable with the right precaution
San Francisco public schoolteachers strike over wages and health benefits
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Thousands of public schoolteachers in San Francisco went on strike Monday, the first public schoolteachers strike in the city in nearly 50 years.
San Francisco public schoolteachers strike over wages and health benefits
Thousands of public schoolteachers in San Francisco have gone on strike for the first time in nearly 50 years
10 Business Schools To Watch In 2026
New Curriculum, New Buildings, New Leadership: These Business Schools Are Worth Watching in 2026
10 Business Schools To Watch In 2026
New Curriculum, New Buildings, New Leadership: These Business Schools Are Worth Watching in 2026
What's Coming to Frontwave Arena in 2026: Sports, Shows & New League Debuts
Frontwave Arena in Oceanside has packed its 2026 calendar with everything from USA Basketball World Cup Qualifiers to a brand-new professional BMX racing
Temporary agreement reached between United Healthcare and INTEGRIS Health
United Healthcare and INTEGRIS Health have reached a temporary agreement to extend their contract, providing relief to thousands of Oklahomans who faced losing their healthcare coverage.
Super Bowl LX players lose thousands to California's 'jock tax' on athlete income
Players competing in Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara will face California's jock tax, which subjects players to taxes for days spent in the state preparing for or participating in games.
Prep talk: Dylan McCord of Thousand Oaks is three-point shooting whiz
The Lancers' 6-foot-1 senior made a school-record 113 threes this season, including a record 10 in one game.
'Maybe they're waiting for something that only happens thousands of years later': The hidden life 'sleeping' deep beneath Earth for millions of years
Deep inside Earth lies a hidden world of "intraterrestrials" that have been dormant for hundreds of thousands of years — what are they waiting to "wake up" for?
Oklahomans lose health care coverage as INTEGRIS Health, United Healthcare fail to reach agreement
Integris and United Healthcare did not reach a deal by the deadline, leaving thousands of Oklahomans without healthcare coverage.
WVU women handle business in 87-68 win over Arizona
West Virginia took care of business Saturday, the way a top 20 team should against a struggling foe without its best player in the lineup. That the 20th-ranked Mountaineers ran away from Arizona, 87-68, inside the Hope Coliseum wasn’t exactly what caught the eye of Arizona head coach Becky Burke. It was how the Mountaineers […]
San Diego sports fans differ on how they prepare for Super Bowl Sunday
On the eve of Super Bowl LX, some fans make plans for food-fueled parties. Others, not so much.
This weird deep-sea creature was named by thousands of people online
A newly discovered deep-sea creature has become an unlikely Internet star. After appearing in a popular YouTube video, a rare chiton found nearly three miles beneath the ocean surface sparked a global naming effort, drawing more than 8,000 suggestions from people around the world. Scientists ultimately chose the name Ferreiraella populi, meaning “of the people,” honoring the public that helped bring it into the scientific record.
Super Bowl private jets: Flexjet CEO explains how it prepares
The Super Bowl will see private jets charged event fees in the tens of thousands, and special procedures to deal with high traffic.
'I didn't make a mistake' Trump says of post depicting Obamas as apes
"I look at a lot of, thousands, of things," Trump said of the video. "And I looked at the beginning of it, it was fine."
Jennifer Garner reacts to Once Upon a Farm's eye-popping IPO
Co-founders Jennifer Garner and Cassandra Curtis talk about their children's food company Once Upon a Farm going public on the NYSE.