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Olympic curling scandal threatens to forever alter a sport built on a culture of trust
The most troubling aspect of the Olympic curling cheating accusations is that it could mark the official end of the hobbyist foundations of the sport.
Trump’s EPA decided climate change doesn’t endanger public health. Evidence says otherwise.
Extreme heat, severe weather and air pollution are proven to cause negative health impacts.
Miami Heat star named one of NBA's most overrated players
Tyler Herro has blossomed into a star over his seven years as a member of the Miami Heat, but is he overrated? Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report seems to think so, as he recently included Herro in a list of the NBA’s most overrated players this season. While Herro is a potent scorer, his one-dimensional nature and inconsistent availability landed him on the list.
Former Greater Cincinnati movie theater converted to indoor family fun center
Epic Entertainment Center opened Monday in Colerain Township, occupying the former theater space inside the mall.
Anxious Trump feels impeachment heat, 9 months before midterms
You do the (midterm) math: Trump's 36% approval, MAGA's $304 million
In First Months as Governor, Abigail Spanberger Kicks Up Heat From the Right
The new governor of Virginia, who ran as a centrist Democrat and a former intelligence officer, says the attacks are a sign of her success.
Scandals of the 2026 Winter Olympics, from cheating accusations to fraud
While respect, integrity and fairness are all hallmarks of the Olympics, several scandals emerged at the 2026 Winter Games. Here's what we know.
Canadian cheating controversy clouds curling
The Canadian teams, first the men and then the women, have been accused of double touching the stone during the initial release.
Opinion | He Studied Cognitive Science at Stanford. Then He Wrote a Startling Play About A.I. Authoritarianism.
A brisk theatrical thriller, “Data” perfectly captures the slick, grandiose language with which tech titans justify their potentially totalitarian projects.
Mullin on DHS shutdown: ‘All this is a political theater’
Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) on Sunday slammed Democrats over the current Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown, calling their actions “political theater.” “What is actually happening r…
GOP senator pans Democrats’ shutdown demands as ‘political theater’
Betty Heath: Taxes, politics and the worry bird
We have a very taxing situation at our house. The weather has been overrated and understated.
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.
Their Mutated Genes Were Supposed to Be Harmless
‘Carriers’ of certain genetic diseases, who have just one affected gene, can have symptoms, too.
'I Feel Cheated and I Want a Refund': Fans Lash Out at New PS5 God of War's Unlockable Local Multiplayer Mode
Accused of false advertising
Heat's Keshad Johnson wins NBA Dunk Contest after Damian Lillard takes down Devin Booker in 3-point shootout
NBA All-Star weekend continued Saturday with the slam dunk and 3-point contests.
Haywood Highsmith signs with Suns
The Phoenix Suns agreed to a multiyear deal with former Miami Heat forward Haywood Highsmith, ESPN's Shams Charania first reported.
UCSB scientists develop ‘liquid battery’ that stores sunlight as heat
Scientists at U.C. Santa Barbara have developed a new kind of “liquid battery” that can capture sunlight and release it later as heat, a breakthrough researchers say could help solve one of renewable ...
There’s a real life “Heated Rivalry” at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
On the ice, they’re sworn enemies. At the 2026 Winter Olympics, they’re on opposing sides of a historic and storied rivalry between two proud nations and both will be fighting tooth and nail throughout the competition to emerge victorious.
Cursing and cheating accusations: The feisty curling saga that’s heating up at the Winter Olympics
A brewing controversy is arising in the Olympic curling competition, involving accusations of cheating, denials involving F-bombs and an international governing body having to explain why it effectively relies on the honor system at times.
‘The place to be’: South Dallas’ Historic Forest Theater eyes rebirth for next generation
For Dallas’ Black community in the late 1950s through the 1960s, the Forest Theater was the place to see and be seen.
Protest planned for Sunday to help save the Garden Oaks Theater on Shepherd
Arthouse Houston, an outgrowth of the non-profit that aided in coordinating the effort to save the River Oaks Theatre, is organizing the demonstration.
In Sickness and in Health: Wellness-Obsessed Techies Adopt Oura Rings as Wedding Bands
When AI researcher Sebastian Raschka got married in November 2023, he and his now-wife, Liza, went nontraditional. They wedded in Las Vegas at an Elvis-themed chapel, then celebrated by attending a U2 concert at the Sphere, the futuristic orb-shaped theater on the Strip. The Raschkas also bucked ...
I found the best Presidents Day TV deals on the latest from Samsung, Sony and more
Presidents Day is an excellent time to upgrade your TV, and the deals this year span every popular brand from LG to Samsung.
Putting God First: Building a Marriage and a Business
Bernard and Pamela Solomon, a married couple, share their journey of love, faith, and family as they embark on a new chapter as franchise owners of AtWork.
'Little Women,' 'Hamlet,' horror-comedy musical in Orpheus Theatre's 2026 season
Orpheus Theatre Company promises to change things up with the shows it has planned for its 2026 season.
Noah Hiles: This year won't be a fun one for Allen Greene, Pitt athletics
In the summer of 2023, I crafted an extensive profile on then-Pitt athletic director Heather Lyke. At that time, she could do no wrong. The football program...
College basketball expert picks for Saturday's loaded Top 25 slate
Our experts have picks for all of Saturday's big games as conference play heats up across the nation
Show your love: Entertainment abounds at Bankhead for Valentine’s weekend and beyond
"Valentine's Day weekend falls during a busy February for the Bankhead Theater in downtown Livermore, fortunately for those of us who might still be searching for an outing to celebrate with our dearest."
The Blind Spot at the Top of the World
Slashing Arctic climate science will limit how clearly the U.S. can understand the region.
Trump admin rips Mamdani, local Dems as activists override gov't move at NYC monument: 'Focused on theatrics'
Trump administration removes Pride flag from historic Stonewall monument, sparking outrage from NYC officials who defiantly re-raised the rainbow flag.
GM of Palm Springs’ Plaza Theatre honored for four-decade career
John Bolton, who manages The Plaza Theatre in Palm Springs, has spent almost 40 years in the entertainment business. But he didn't plan it that way.
Need more 'Heated Rivalry'? Read these sexy sports romances by local authors to quench your thirst
Sexy hockey, sexy football: Chicago is home to a proliferating number of authors taking inspiration from a high-stakes combo of sports and love.
Trump’s repeal of landmark climate ruling ‘un-American’ and ‘Orwellian’, says John Kerry
Former secretary of state condemns to decision revoke ruling that underpins ability to limit climate-heating pollution
Weatherwatch: The surprisingly complex science of ice skating
Pressure, frictional heating and a disordered layer of molecules on top of the ice make skating possible
Heated Rivalry and Marital Bliss: Two Wives Go Head to Head in a Scary Olympic Sport
One represents Belgium and the other Brazil in skeleton, in which the racer slides near-blind down an ice track at well over 80 miles per hour.
Nina Sharp Hebb named director of entertainment for The Railyard in Elkins
Nina Sharp Hebb has been named director of entertainment for Elkins’ new Railyard Event & Conference Center, bringing 30+ years of industry experience to shape programming in its 410-seat theater.
Trump says climate change doesn’t endanger public health – evidence shows it does, from extreme heat to mosquito-borne illnesses
Climate change is making people sicker and more vulnerable to disease. Erasing the federal endangerment finding increases the risk.
UCSB scientists bottle the sun with liquid battery
A new bio-inspired molecule captures solar energy and releases it as heat on demand, outperforming lithium-ion batteries.
The science behind the trend for showering in the dark before bed
The trend has little direct research, but studies on light, heat and relaxation show why it might help some people.
YouTube Launches on Apple Vision Pro
Starting today, an official YouTube app is available on the Apple Vision Pro, allowing you to watch videos on a theater-sized screen with immersive visionOS Environments. Every video on YouTube is available in the new, standalone visionOS app, including standard videos, 180° videos, 360° videos, and YouTube Shorts. And on the Apple Vision Pro with the M5 chip, you can even watch YouTube videos in 8K. Apple Vision Pro users can access their YouTube subscriptions, playlists, watch history, and more.
‘Citizen Kane,’ ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ and More Set for Rereleases in Fathom Entertainment’s Big Screen Classics Film Series (EXCLUSIVE)
Fathom Entertainment, a speciality distributor to theatrical partners worldwide, has announced its 2026 annual Big Screen Classics film series. The slate of movies set for rereleases this year include...
Photos: Pelicans vs. Heat | Fans and Entertainment 2/11/26
Check out fan and entertainment photos from the New Orleans Pelicans vs. Miami Heat game on Wednesday, Feb. 11 during the 2025‑26 NBA season.
Crescent City Stage announces season in new spaces. And 'Lion King' returns to Saenger.
Explore the vibrant theater offerings in New Orleans, featuring new productions, classics, and a special return of "The Lion King." Stay connected, engaged, and entertained with Crescent City Stage and Saenger Theatre.
Pacific Science Center selling Boeing IMAX Theater, other buildings
Parts of the Pacific Science Center, including the Boeing IMAX Theater, are being sold to the owners of the Space Needle.
Berlinale Immediately Gets Heated at Jury Presser as President Wim Wenders Asserts “We Have to Stay Out of Politics”
"We are the counterweight of politics, the opposite of politics, we have to do the work of people — not the work of politicians," said the legendary filmmaker at the first Berlin Film Fest press conference.
Winter Olympics 2026 live updates: The latest from day six of the Games including Chloe Kim in women's snowboarding halfpipe
Follow our live coverage of the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games
Chair of Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission removes member after heated hearing on antisemitism
The chairman of President Donald Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission said Wednesday that he ousted a member of the commission after she sparred with fellow members during a contentious public hearing on antisemitism.
'China shock': Germany struggles as key market turns business rival
China was long a lucrative market for Germany Inc, but the Asian giant's rise in high-tech fields has put the heat on Europe's industrial powerhouse and its companies, big and small."In all key industrial sectors, China has changed from a very attractive market into a very capable competitor," said its CEO Joerg Jetter at company headquarters in Alsdorf, western Germany.
'China Shock': Germany Struggles As Key Market Turns Business Rival
China was long a lucrative market for Germany Inc, but the Asian giant's rise in high-tech fields has put the heat on Europe's industrial powerhouse and its companies, big and small.
Detroit Repertory Theatre stands the test of time creating opportunities, entertainment
For 69 years, the Detroit Repertory Theatre mission has been to cast the best actor for the job, regardless of race, ethnicity, or gender.
DC Wrap: Bondi hearing gets heated; Pentagon-FAA dispute closes airspace
A look at the day's biggest stories in national politics
‘Heated Rivalry’ Is Bringing New Fans to Hockey. Does the Sport Deserve Them?
Obsession over a show about two closeted hockey players has brought new fandom to the sport just ahead of the Olympics. But men's hockey's lack of support for LGBTQ+ players and fans is notable.
A Tragedy of Early COVID Has Finally Been Explained
Dangerous blood clotting associated with certain vaccines had a genetic cause, according to a new paper.
NOCCA student wins national performing arts competition
Keita Kawahara, a musical theater student at the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts and a senior at Haynes Academy for Advanced Studies, has won season 6 of BroadwayWorld’s Next
Opry Entertainment Group To Manage CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park In South Carolina
The Opry Entertainment Group has been selected to manage the CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage [...]
Opry Entertainment Group to Manage South Carolina’s CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park
An agreement has been approved for Opry Entertainment Group (OEG) to manage South Carolina venue CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park.
Simpsonville approved Opry Entertainment Group as amphitheater manager: City Council notes
Simpsonville City Council approved a contract with Opry Entertainment Group to manage CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park.
Greenwich Entertainment Buys ‘The Scout’ Following Tribeca Film Festival Debut (EXCLUSIVE)
Greenwich Entertainment has bought 'The Scout,' a drama about a location scout, and will release it in theaters.
ATG Entertainment Names Melanie Smith As CEO
Smith will lead the company, which owns more than 70 theaters across the U.S. and Europe.
Do the Democrats Have a Plan?
They say they want to save democracy. First they’ll need to get out of their own way.
Ocasio-Cortez’s political clout grows after recent progressive wins
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) is seeing her political influence grow among Democrats as chatter builds about her future. Ocasio-Cortez had her latest win over the last week when her endors…
Scene Calendar: Burlesque, local theater, live music, acrobatics
A comprehensive list of Gainesville-area entertainment events.
From the sports desk: A new Olympic ‘cheating’ storyline
Team USA took silver in mixed doubles curling, the U.S. blew out rival Canada in women’s hockey, and a Norwegian biathlete revealed something shocking in a post-race interview.
AI power players pour cash into competitive primaries as 2026 midterms heat up
An AI-backed political group funded by top Silicon Valley figures is making its first major push into the 2026 midterm primaries, starting with a $500,000 ad blitz.
What to watch in the Texas Senate race : The NPR Politics Podcast
Texas Sen. John Cornyn, running for his fifth term, is locked in a competitive Republican primary contest. Meanwhile, some Democrats think they can flip the seat, electing a Democrat to represent Texas in the Senate for the first time since 1988. We discuss what to watch in the heated primaries as voters begin casting their ballots next week.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and Houston Public Media senior reporter Andrew Schneider.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
PacSci to sell IMAX theater, part of property
About 20-25% of Pacific Science Center’s property at Seattle Center will be sold, the private nonprofit confirmed Tuesday afternoon.
Winter Olympics 2026: Norwegian biathlete wins bronze, admits to cheating on girlfriend in post-race interview
Surging popularity of ‘Heated Rivalry’ turns into big business in DC
“Heated Rivalry” has become a viral sensation, and many D.C. bars and entertainment venues are capitalizing by throwing watch parties and other events.
Exclusive: House GOP panel subpoenas 8 health insurers
Republicans are pressing forward with their probe of the Obamacare market — and putting heat on health plans.
Guide to the reopened Castro Theatre in San Francisco
Here’s a practical guide to visiting the historic Castro Theatre in San Francisco, from transit and parking to tickets, seating and nearby dining.
Turning Point Action endorses Ken Paxton in heated GOP Senate primary in Texas
Turning Point Action has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in one of the GOP’s nastiest primary battles, supporting the controversial, conservative firebrand boost in his bid to unseat longtime Sen. John Cornyn.
Soybeans Correct with Corn and Wheat Awaiting WASDE, More China Business
Risk off in the outside markets also played a role in the selling pressure according to Lane Akre, economist with Pro Farmer. However, he doesn't think all the China demand is priced into the soybean market.
AP Top 25: UConn falls as UNC heats up in college basketball rankings
The latest AP Top 25 rankings are here for college basketball with all eyes on the Duke, UNC aftermath
AMC Entertainment (AMC) Stock Trades Down, Here Is Why
Shares of theater company AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) fell 8.1% in the morning session after the company announced it agreed to sell up to $150 million of its Class A common stock.
Partners in Care
Treating kids like 5-year-old Audrey with complex and rare conditions requires coordinated, multidisciplinary expertise. Stanford Medicine Children's Health delivers it as one unified team.
4 Best Uses For Your Old Audio System
You can repurpose an old audio system as a Bluetooth music setup, PC speaker upgrade, TV sound solution, or budget home theater alternative.
‘Melania’ falls steeply and ‘Send Help’ holds steady at No. 1 on a quiet weekend in theaters
NEW YORK (AP) — Hollywood largely ceded attention to football over a slow box-office weekend, with the survival thriller “Send Help” repeating as No. 1 in ticket sales and the Melania Trump documen…
'Melania' falls steeply and 'Send Help' holds steady at No. 1 on a quiet weekend in theaters
Hollywood is largely ceding attention to football this weekend. The survival thriller “Send Help” repeated as the weekend's No. 1 film at the box office and the Melania Trump documentary...
GLP-1 Envy Was Just the Beginning
A Super Bowl ad by Hims & Hers sells the idea that everyone should want to be billionaire-healthy.
Threadripper PRO 9995WX $12,000 mod turns heat spreader into a water block, stays under 50°C at 1,550W
Geekerwan machines custom IHS as a waterblock for Threadripper PRO 9995WX Geekerwan has published a new build video on AMD’s Ryzen Threadripper PRO
Chang’e-6 lunar samples reveal a giant impact reshaped the Moon’s interior
A colossal ancient impact may have reshaped the Moon far more deeply than scientists once realized. By analyzing rare lunar rocks brought back by China’s Chang’e-6 mission from the Moon’s largest crater, researchers found unusual chemical fingerprints pointing to extreme heat and material loss caused by a giant impact. The collision likely stripped away volatile elements, reshaped volcanic activity, and left a lasting chemical signature deep below the surface.
British Politicians Are Still Capable of Shame. Americans Aren’t.
The Epstein case keeps threatening politicians—just not in the United States.
Why has food become another joyless way to self-optimise?
Women of my age are told we neglect protein at our peril – but you can’t cheat death with chia seeds alone. So, could we rein back on the self-optimisation – and ramp up the joy, writes Emma Beddington
As political talk rages in Milan, U.S. athletes are answering for their country
The Olympics have always been a political crucible. What's different about this one is that it's the United States that's taking heat.
College basketball expert picks for Saturday's loaded Top 25 slate
Our experts have picks for all of Saturday's big games as conference play heats up across the nation
S.F.'s Castro Theatre reopens after $41M renovation
After a $41 million overhaul, San Francisco’s Castro Theatre reopens with removable seating, restored interiors and more.
ENTERTAINMENT: Ailey II troupe set; actor hosts ‘Hamilton’ viewing
Contemporary dance company Ailey II, the second company to Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, performs at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Hendrix Arts Center.
A defiant Thomas Massie takes on the MAGA machine in heated Kentucky primary
Kentucky may be the last place in America where you can take on President Donald Trump as a hard-right Republican and carry a GOP voting card in Congress. At least for now.
College basketball expert picks for Saturday's loaded Top 25 slate
Our experts have picks for all of Saturday's big games as conference play heats up across the nation
College basketball expert picks for Saturday's loaded Top 25 slate
Our experts have picks for all of Saturday's big games as conference play heats up across the nation
‘Mystery Science Theater 3000’ Stars Promise to Pick ‘Classic Bad, Rather Than Modern Bad’ Movies for New Episodes
"Mystery Science Theater 3000" stars Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett know a thing or two about bad movies.
Public Safety vs. Public Health: Oregon needle exchange bill sparks heated debate
There's been a push from the Stadiumhood Neighborhood to create a law that would bar any needle exchanges 2,000 feet away from school zones.
As sports betting explodes in North Carolina, does legalization stop cheating or fuel it?
In North Carolina, Super Bowl-related wagers are expected to top $76 million based on a report from the Sports Betting Alliance. As betting grows, so does concern about its impact, from addiction to integrity in sports.
‘Mental health issues’: Tyson Fury responds to Deontay Wilder’s accusations of cheating
Tyson Fury says he’ll be taking the high road with respects to Deontay Wilder.
APEX Content Market 2026: Captive Entertainment Expands into TV
Captive Entertainment is broadening its focus from feature film distribution for airline and non-theatrical markets to include TV programming.
Arts and entertainment calendar
Events coming up in the Greenville area offer music, arts, theater and family fun. Here is a sampling. In the events below, “today” refers to Feb. 7.