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Politics & Threats
The prevalence of threats and violence toward public servants in the current political climate, and what's being done to address it
A Classroom takes flight with Zion Williamson–inspired science lessons
A NYC high school class uses NBA star Zion Williamson’s injuries, body data and career path to explore nutrition, psychology and kinesiology.
Scientists stunned to find signs of ancient life in a place no one expected
While exploring ancient seabeds in Morocco, scientists discovered strange wrinkle-like textures in deep-water sediments that shouldn’t have been there. These structures are usually made by sunlight-loving microbial mats in shallow waters. But the rocks formed far below the reach of light, suggesting a different explanation. Evidence points to chemosynthetic microbes—organisms powered by chemical reactions—creating the mats in the dark depths of an ancient ocean.
Ahead of Colombia’s Elections, Violence on the Campaign Trail Rattles Politicians
Politicians in Colombia have increasingly become targets of violence. A rise in kidnappings, death threats and assassinations has shaken the country ahead of the vote.
Trump said he ended a war in Africa. U.S. sanctions say otherwise.
The administration says Rwandan-backed militants violated a Trump-brokered peace accord within days.
Gulf businesses buy up political violence insurance as conflict spreads
Data centres, energy projects and hotels move to limit potential losses
Gulf businesses buy up political violence insurance as conflict spreads
Data centres, energy projects and hotels move to limit potential losses
Jordan Davis, Eagles agree to 3-year extension
The Eagles are making a commitment to keeping Jordan Davis up front for the foreseeable future.
Stop ignoring the mental health of trans violent offenders
Scott Newgent, a transgender man, argues media and institutions obscure transgender violent offenders, calls for honest reporting, questions rapid medical...
Rapper-politician Balendra Shah set to be Nepal's next prime minister
Thursday's general election was the first since violent youth-led protests toppled the government in September.
Cardiologist shares 4 simple ways to protect your heart, lower stress
A cardiologist said stress is driving heart disease risk in younger patients. Protect your heart with stress-busting habits in just minutes a day.
FDA’s controversial vaccine chief will exit agency next month
The US Food and Drug Administration’s head of vaccines and biologic medicines will leave the agency at the end of April, a spokesperson confirmed to CNN on Friday.
Can ‘Suggestion-Box Science’ Make Public Health More Useful?
An epidemiologist's visit to her hometown helped her understand how to put positive community impact at the center of public health research.
Fargo pharmacist files federal lawsuit against Sanford Health, alleges she was fired to avoid paying millions in medical bills
A federal complaint alleges Sanford violated ERISA, FMLA, the ADA, and Title VII.
Police: Man arrested after trespassing at Wilton Manors business, loitering at private residence
A 53-year-old man was arrested Wednesday after he violated a no trespass order at a bar in Wilton Manors, authorities said.
Pueblo board violates Open Meetings Law
By Dennis Maes I recently witnessed two serious violations of the Colorado Open Meetings Law by the Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA) board. Both were brought to the attention of the board in an open meeting and entered on the record. What is astonishing is the intentional violations were initiated by Heather Graham, the mayor […]
Michigan attorney general sues Kalshi over alleged Lawful Sports Betting Act violation
Remembering Elaine Ingham, whose soil science research informed the modern gardener
Dr. Elaine led the movement to replace the use of salt-based fertilizers with a microbiological based system.
Bringing storytelling to science: John Cannon’s approach to reporting on nature
For John Cannon, reporting on nature begins with a story grounded in the truth. “Evidence-based reporting [is] at the heart of what we do at Mongabay,” he says. “I believe it’s perhaps the most profound way we can contribute to making things better.” With a biology degree from Ohio State University and a graduate degree […]
About 250 years ago, the nation’s Founding Fathers took on one of the nation’s first invasive species
The invasive Hessian fly spurred suspicions of biological warfare, threatened the new nation’s economy and inspired the nation’s first citizen science projects.
Brookline bar ordered closed because of health code violations during recent inspection
Radiology practice’s severance agreement is unlawful, National Labor Relations Board rules
Leena Mammen, MD, first brought the complaint against Fayetteville-based Valley Radiology in 2023.
COLUMN: The most important thing I’ve learned as a biology student
Biology student Jackson Hatcher believes that the sciences are oversimplified, and that it is more complex than what most learn in high school.
Career Chat: A Science Communicator Uses Video to Bring Research to Life
Plant biologist Molly Edwards started a science communication business called Science IRL to showcase the exciting and curious side of science.
Healthcare Is AI’s Hardest Test
The real challenge isn’t whether AI works. It’s knowing when, writes William Warr.
'THE STORY OF EVERYTHING' PRESENTS GROUNDBREAKING EVIDENCE THAT HAS REIGNITED THE DEBATE OVER SCIENCE, ORIGINS, AND THE EXISTENCE OF GOD IN THEATRES NATIONWIDE FROM FATHOM ENTERTAINMENT APRIL 30-MAY 6
A new feature documentary is about to challenge everything you thought science had settled about the origin of the universe—and the existence of God. The Story of Everything arrives in theatres nationwide April 30–May 6 from Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide. The Story of Everything will bring to the big screen stunning new evidence from cosmology, physics, and molecular biology that its creators say demands a radical rethinking o
Millions with joint pain and osteoarthritis are missing the most powerful treatment
Stiff knees and aching hips may seem like an inevitable part of aging, but experts say we’re getting osteoarthritis all wrong. Despite affecting nearly 600 million people worldwide — and potentially a billion by 2050 — the most powerful treatment isn’t surgery or medication. It’s exercise. Movement nourishes cartilage, strengthens muscles, reduces inflammation, and even reshapes the biological processes driving joint damage.
Iraq, caught in the middle, braces for Iran war impact
Iraq is the only country in the Middle East to be targeted by both sides in the current conflict. There, the war could impact everything from the next government to intercommunal violence and civil servants' salaries.
Moreno Valley Mall could reopen soon after closure over health and safety code violations
Following a prolonged closure due to numerous health and safety code violations, the Moreno Valley Mall is gearing up for a reopening soon. The mall has been temporarily closed since Feb. 19 after …
Author Margaret Merritt underscores value of science and history by highlighting people in her works
The longtime Alaska biologist’s recent book follows the life of Tilly Keilitz, who became an internal refugee in Germany in the years immediately following World War II.
Phillies' Johan Rojas facing suspension for violating drug program
Johan Rojas is facing an 80-game suspension after violating Major League Baseball’s Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program.
Apple's Studio Display XDR Supports DICOM Medical Imaging for Diagnostic Radiology
The new Studio Display XDR is designed for all kinds of professional work, and it is uniquely suited for use in the medical field. The Studio Display XDR supports DICOM medical imaging presets and a Medical Imaging Calibrator so it can be used for diagnostic radiology. Radiologists will be able to view images right on the Studio Display XDR without the need to use a single-purpose medical imaging display.
In Senate hearing, Noem blames 'violent protesters' for Minneapolis chaos
It was her first congressional hearing since two protesters were killed in Minneapolis by Homeland Security officers in January
2026 NASA Planetary Science Summer School (PSSS)
Now through March 23, 2026, NASA is encouraging applications for its 38th Annual Planetary Science Summer School.
What a cardiologist of 20 years eats in a day
What does a cardiologist, a doctor who specializes in the heart, eat on the regular? Here's what one told us.
James Webb spots a galaxy with tentacles in deep space
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have spotted the most distant “jellyfish galaxy” ever seen — a cosmic oddity streaming long, tentacle-like trails of gas and newborn stars as it speeds through a dense galaxy cluster. The galaxy appears as it was 8.5 billion years ago, revealing that the early universe may have been far more violent than scientists expected.
How the IRC supports women’s health amidst crisis in remote regions of the DRC
In times of conflict, women and girls face the greatest risks—violence, exploitation and limited access to essential care. This International Women’s Day, discover how the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is supporting survivors of gender-based violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
New Orioles outfielder Taylor Ward believes in the science of hitting
Listening to Taylor Ward and Trent Woodward is like being catapulted into a physics class. They are talking baseball, but the words are far from standard locker room talk.
Would aliens do physics, or is science a human invention?
Shaped by a different biology or culture, other intelligent civilisations – if they’re out there – might understand the universe in a completely different way than we do. Physicist Daniel Whiteson explores what that could tell us about physics and ourselves
New 38-foot teaching, research vessel for UH Hilo’s marine science program | University of Hawaiʻi System News
The aluminum workboat, named Kaiola, meaning “sealife,” arrived from Oregon in February.
Workplace violence rising in health care as hospital shooting renews security concerns
While shootings inside hospitals remain extremely rare, violence in health care settings more broadly is a growing national concern.A patient and a visitor are
How Adderall affects the heart when you don’t have ADHD: a cardiologist’s warning
Students sometimes take unprescribed Adderall to stay up late and study. According to new research out of Mayo Clinic, however, that may do more to the heart than those students realize.
Detroit Lions release veteran IOL
The Detroit Lions turned the page up front, releasing last season's starting center, Graham Glasgow.
Tackling the Political Disconnect: How to Engage People Who Feel Shut Out of the Political System
"People want to believe that politics can meaningfully improve their lives – so they need to see clear connections between the real problems they are facing and the solutions offered by politics and policy," says sociologist Daniel Laurison '99.
Inside the Actor Awards: Roars as 'Sinners' wins big, stars mingling and other off-camera moments
“Sinners” steals the show at the SAG Awards, and the biggest moments happen in the room, not just on TV. On Sunday, Viola Davis announced Michael B. Jordan as best male actor and the hall erupted....
Summit Co restaurant inspections show where February violations occurred
Here's a look at which Summit County restaurants had the most health code violations in February 2026.
Baltimore Orioles Player Makes Change Before MLB Season
A player on the Baltimore Orioles is making an adjustment at spring training.
Viola Davis stunned on Actor Awards stage as Michael B. Jordan pulls off shocking upset
Viola Davis shouted with stunned excitement as 'Sinners' star Michael B. Jordan pulled off a shocking upset over Timothée Chalamet at the 2026 Actor Awards.
Offworld Biology: Processing Microbe Samples Inside The Microgravity Science Glovebox
NASA astronaut and Expedition 74 Flight Engineer Chris Williams
Horse whinnies are weirder than they sound
Scientists may have finally solved this biological mystery—thanks to some horse larynges.
CHS Marine Biology Club Raises Funds to Support Science—And Send a Message
"If people actually understood the importance of marine research, they would participate more in our cause to fund it, or at least encourage the government to begin funding it again with public pressure." — CHS Marine Biology Club President Nicola Suraci
Jupiter’s moons may have formed with the ingredients for life
Jupiter’s icy moons may have been seeded with the chemical ingredients for life from the very beginning. An international team of scientists modeled how complex organic molecules—essential building blocks for biology—could have formed in the swirling disk of gas and dust around the young Sun and later been carried into Jupiter’s own moon-forming disk. Their results suggest that up to half of the icy material that built moons like Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto may have delivered freshly made organic compounds without being chemically destroyed.
Death in Lyon: the growing violence in French politics
The death of Quentin Deranque has revealed the violence within the anti-fascist movement, and shown how the Right are ‘shamefully exploiting’ this tragedy
Violence in the Middle East deepening political divide in the US after strikes on Iran
The airstrikes that killed hundreds of Iranians on Saturday are now causing people across the world to take a stance.
Viola Davis receives prestigious Chairman\'s prize at NAACP Image Awards
Viola Davis has used her NAACP Image Awards moment to urge people to face hard truths and heal together. She accepted the NAACP Chairman’s Award on Saturday night and spoke
Sewage, roaches, unwashed hands: Jefferson County’s worst February 2026 restaurant health scores
These 17 food establishments scored 84 or below, with violations including roaches, sewage, expired food and unwashed hands.
How the body really ages: 7 million cells mapped across 21 organs
Scientists have built a massive cellular atlas showing how aging reshapes the body across 21 organs. Studying nearly 7 million cells, they found that aging starts earlier than expected and unfolds in a coordinated way throughout the body. About a quarter of cell types change in number over time, and many of these shifts differ between males and females. The research also highlights shared genetic “hotspots” that could become targets for anti-aging therapies.
Teeth are the key for biologists to understand the health of Vermont’s deer population
Hidden inside the microscopic structure of the roots of a deer’s front incisors is a record of that deer's life.
How a family fought Title IX inequity in wrestling, and created change
The Gillers' story highlights cases – in their state and elsewhere in the USA – where parents see schools violating protections. Here's their advice.
A political killing risks tearing the French left apart – and the far right is taking full advantage
The fallout from the violent death of Quentin Deranque exposes Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s flaws – and leaves the wider left facing an impossible dilemma, says UCL professor of European politics, Philippe Marlière
Local business owners say profits take a hard hit when crime happens nearby
A Durham restaurant is closed after a deadly shooting, and so are nearby businesses. Some owners and government officials say the violent crime not only impacts the people targeted, but also the local businesses' bottom line.
'We can only hope': Local business owners say violent crime is hurting bottom lines
A Thursday night shooting, killing a pizza shop employee, shut down a shopping center for hours, forcing other businesses to close and miss out on profits. City leaders say violent crime not only impacts its target, but also the local economy.
Scientists discover microbe that breaks a fundamental rule of the genetic code
Scientists at UC Berkeley have discovered a microbe that bends one of biology’s most sacred rules. Instead of treating a specific three-letter DNA code as a clear “stop” signal, this methane-producing archaeon sometimes reads it as a green light—adding an unusual amino acid and continuing to build the protein. The result is a kind of genetic coin flip: two different proteins can emerge from the same code, influenced partly by environmental conditions.
30 more people indicted over anti-ICE protest at Minnesota church, Bondi says
Attorney General Pam Bondi announced federal charges Friday against 30 more people who are accused of civil rights violations in a January protest inside a Minnesota church where a pastor works for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Lightning 'Whistler' Detected on Mars For The First Time, Scientists Report
Implications for astrobiology.
‘They transform spaces of care into instruments of state violence’
Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
Transgender youths targeted in Scouting America changes pushed by the Pentagon
The changes include a requirement members use "biological sex at birth and not gender identity"
Science is political
In my very first biology class here at Case Western Reserve University, we covered a brief history of evolutionary science. During this lecture, we learned about Aristotle and his form of evolutionary thinking, which is a simple ranking of all living organisms. This was dubbed the scala naturae, or the “Great Chain of Being,” and...
Measles and echo chambers, fresh science, and more
Behind the Curtain (Feb 27)
A lost moon may have created Titan and Saturn’s rings
Saturn’s largest moon, Titan, may have been born in a colossal cosmic crash. New research suggests Titan formed when two older moons slammed together hundreds of millions of years ago—an event so violent it reshaped Saturn’s entire moon system and may have indirectly sparked the formation of its iconic rings. Clues come from Titan’s unusual orbit, its surprisingly smooth surface, and the strange behavior of the tumbling moon Hyperion.
Oriol's 26 lead North Florida past FGCU 76-70
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) Kamrin Oriol scored 26 points as North Florida beat FGCU 76-70 on Thursday night.
From Lab Notes to Storybooks: Hofstra Alumna Blends Science and Creativity
Carissa Kissoon, BA, ’23; MS, ’24, has shown that science and storytelling can naturally complement each other. A Hofstra University alumna who earned both her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Science in Biology, Kissoon has built a career that bridges environmental science, education, and creativi
Conference League | Fiorentina vs Jagiellonia Bialystok
Fiorentina welcome Polish side Jagiellonia Bialystok to the Stadio Artemio Franchi this evening, as the Viola look to book their place in the last 16 of the UEFA Conference League.The Viola won the fi...
Cardiologist Monitors Her Own Heart Health With This 1 Gadget
In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a cardiologist reveals a favorite gadget that lets her monitor herself for heart disease warning signs.
The more you fear aging, the faster your body may age
Worrying about getting older—especially fearing future health problems—may actually speed up aging at the cellular level, according to new research from NYU. In a study of more than 700 women, those who felt more anxious about aging showed signs of faster biological aging in their blood, measured using cutting-edge “epigenetic clocks.” Fears about declining health had the strongest link, while concerns about beauty or fertility didn’t appear to have the same biological impact.
Democrats could not even stand for ‘victims of political violence,’ TPUSA contributor says
Turning Point USA contributor Jack Posobiec discusses Democrats’ anti-State of the Union rallies on ‘Fox News @ Night.’
🚨 Mexico’s starting XI for the friendly against Iceland
Everything is ready in Querétaro for the Tricolor to continue its preparation journey towards the 2026 World Cup. The Mexican territory has been in the eye of the storm due to the violent events that...
Howard County businesses support domestic violence survivors through a partnership
Jontay Porter, amid lifetime ban from NBA for gambling, signs with USBL's Seattle SuperHawks
Porter has not played professional basketball since the NBA determined he violated league gambling rules
Company accused Virginia health inspector of 'bias' as nursing homes received serious violations
Internal communications obtained by CBS 6 revealed allegations that a Virginia healthcare facility inspector was biased against a particular group of nursing homes.
Sources: NCAA football committee considering 7-figure fines, head coach suspensions for transfer violations
The NCAA Football Oversight Committee coalesced around several concepts related to the calendar and transfers, including a proposal to impose stiff penalties on schools that accept transfers outside of the portal window.
South Carolina Health Official 'Encouraged' by Sharp Two‑week Drop in Measles Cases
Feb 25 (Reuters) - South Carolina has reported lower cases of measles two weeks in a row, offering an encouraging sign that the outbreak may be easing, a state health official said in a briefing on Wednesday. "The hard work and long hours that frontline, often entry-level epidemiologists,
New York sues video game developer Valve, says its 'loot boxes' are gambling
New York's attorney general sued Valve, a video game developer whose franchises include Counter-Strike, Team Fortress and Dota, accusing it of violating state gambling laws and threatening to addict children through its use of "loot boxes."
This Looming Drug Development Gap Could Impact Patients' Health
In this week’s edition of InnovationRx, we look at cheaper biologic drugs, Novo Nordisk’s $2 billion next-gen obesity drug deal, new ways of fighting cancer, and more.
Scientists Just Caught Trees Firing Off Ultraviolet Sparkles During Thunderstorms
Scientists have observed "coronae" on treetops for the first time, confirming the phenomenon occurs in the wild.
Have scientists uncovered the secret of ‘super-ager’ brains?
Some people stay mentally sharp well beyond 80, with recall powers of those decades younger — and researchers may have found what gives them a biological edge
Man who stabbed four to death in Washington state had history of mental health issues
Man, 32, shot dead by deputy after stabbing attack was the subject of domestic violence protection orders
Stop taking free flights while out sick, union tells airline workers
The AFA chapter for Endeavor Air, a Delta subsidiary, told members it had seen more investigatory meetings for pass travel violations.
EU’s tech ban; China’s mysterious Nantianmen project: 7 science highlights
From a leading biologist leaving US for China to a semiconductor breakthrough, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.
'He lied, he scapegoated, he distracted.' Democrats responds to Trump
In a rebuttal to the State of the Union address delivered on behalf of the Democratic Party, Sen. Alex Padilla accused Trump of plunging U.S. cities into violence and hindering the economy.
Unrest in Mexico impacts local family and business owner
One Smith Mountain Lake business owner says just weeks ago, Guadalajara felt safe and vibrant, but now, his family is sheltering in place as violence disrupts daily life.
‘Teen takeover’ that sparked gun violence impacts Jacksonville Beach businesses
A weekend “teen takeover” event in Jacksonville Beach erupted in violence as gunfire injured five teenagers, prompting a swift police response and forcing local businesses to lock down, disrupting a nearby music festival and leaving the community shaken.
Meta's Addiction Trial Could Predict Problems for Sports Gambling
If social media is found to be addictive in a way that violates the law, will the same finding be made with sports betting? Sportico investigates.
7 Central Florida eateries shut down over health violations
Last week, seven more restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
Lawmakers consider hiking fines for insurers who flaunt Georgia’s mental health parity law
Following recent fines for violations of mental health parity, Georgia advocates and lawmakers are pushing for stricter insurance compliance.
Scientists engineer bacteria to eat cancer tumors from the inside out
Researchers are engineering bacteria to invade tumors and consume them from the inside. Because tumor cores lack oxygen, they’re the perfect breeding ground for these microbes. The team added a genetic tweak that helps the bacteria survive longer near oxygen-exposed edges — but only once enough of them are present to trigger the change. It’s a carefully programmed biological attack that could one day offer a new way to destroy cancer.
From Nick Shirley to Colin Hortman: What Minnesota SOTU guests say about the politics of the moment
The state’s 10-member congressional delegation will highlight with their guests where they stand on immigration, fraud, tariffs and political violence.
2,800-year-old mass grave of women and children discovered in Serbia reveals 'brutal, deliberate and efficient' violence
An analysis of a mass grave found in northern Serbia is revealing new information about violence in Early Iron Age Europe.
Krzysztof Jasiewicz Publishes Chapter in ‘The Oxford Handbook of Polish Politics’
Krzysztof Jasiewicz, William P. Ames Jr. Professor of Sociology and Anthropology Emeritus at Washington and Lee University, contributed a chapter in “The Oxford Handbook of Polish Politics,” which …