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Fernando Mendoza declares for 2026 NFL Draft: Indiana QB projects as No. 1 pick
Mendoza is off to the NFL after leading Indiana to a historic national championship
Health board denials 'severely impacted' hospital inquiry
The remarks came as oral submissions ended in the inquiry into the design and construction of Glasgow's largest hospital.
Sacramento County sees fewer food vendor complaints during first year of new regulations
Sacramento County gets hundreds of complaints each year over roadside food vendors, and it's now been a year since county leaders passed new regulations designed to crack down on those businesses illegally selling food.
How Robin Williams' son is using AI as a mental health resource
Zak Williams is working with Headlamp Health to promote its recently launched Lumos AI, which is designed to help identify mental illness symptoms early.
2026 NCAA Tournament odds: Michigan still favored, others offer better value
The Wolverines are the current betting favorite to cut down the nets in Indianapolis
Craig Federighi rejected feature that would use AI to design your iPhone's home screen: report
A new report from The Information today dives into the current structure of Apple’s AI organization, now overseen by Craig...
Sony lifts the lid on two new Bluetooth turntables with sleek, minimalist designs
Ease of use is high on the agenda
App State honored as 2025 Large Business of the Year by Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
App State has been named Watauga County’s 2025 Large Business of the Year by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The award recognizes the university for a milestone year that included the installation of Chancellor Heather Norris, its designation as a Research 2 institution and its continued contributions to the local economy.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - How the city’s growth hinges on street design
Victor Dover - co-founder and principal of Dover Kohl & Partners and keynote speaker for Scenic Jacksonville’s Sixth Annual Great Cities Symposium (Feb. 5) - joins Kent Justice to discuss how cities can grow in ways that strengthen quality of life and long-term economic competitiveness. Dover argues that communities aren’t just recruiting businesses; they’re recruiting people—and the experience “outside between buildings” can be a deciding factor for talent, investment, and lasting prosperity.
Frank Winston Crum Launches New Commercial Package Policy to Empower Small Businesses
CLEARWATER, Fla., Jan. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Frank Winston Crum (FWC) is proud to announce the launch of its new Commercial Package Policy (CPP), a flexible solution designed to meet the evolving needs of small businesses. This innovative product combines essential coverages — General Liability, Property, Crime & Fidelity, and Inland Marine — into one customizable policy, streamlining protection and simplifying the insurance experience. General Liability is required as its foundation, and
General Fusion to Become First Publicly Traded Pure-Play Fusion Company Through Business Combination with Spring Valley Acquisition Corp. III
General Fusion is advancing patented and proprietary Magnetized Target Fusion (“MTF”) technology designed to scale for cost-efficient power plants within...
Alarm as US mulls prioritising citizens in research funding
A senior White House official said the Trump administration is considering ways to prioritise research funding to American citizens, triggering alarm in the research community that the country could destroy its century-long status as a magnet for overseas talent.Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), said last week that it is “important for us to continue to emphasise the use of federal R&D dollars towards American scientists and technologists that are staffed by Americans in their labs.” Asked about support for Chinese students during a Congressional hearing, Kratsios went on to say that in future funding announcements, the OSTP would “emphasise” that “we're funding American students.”The precise meaning of his impromptu comments, and what they could mean in policy terms, isn’t yet clear. The OSTP did not respond to multiple requests for clarification from Science|Business.But given that US science and technology has relied on overseas talent for the past century, Kratsios’s words have alarmed former US science officials.Immigrants have made up around 30-40% of US Nobel Prize winners since the 1940s, for example. Except for some sensitive projects, countries typically grant research funding on a nationality-blind basis, lest they deter foreign scientists from immigrating. “If director Kratsios’s statements are taken literally and become official policy of the White House, [research-intensive] universities will likely have to close labs if not entire research divisions,” said David Biggs, a former science and technology official in the US State Department. In their most extreme interpretation, Kratsios’s comments would imply that foreign scientists established in the US would see access to funding curtailed. This would “result in many world-leading professors who work in the United States in fields that this administration considers a priority (like fusion energy, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing) leaving the country,” said Cole Donovan, a former US science diplomat, and now associate director at the Federation of American Scientists.CripplingHowever, given the context of the conversation, Kratsios may have been referring more narrowly to funding for doctoral or postdoctoral students. At the hearing, he said he wanted to see labs staffed by US citizens. But even this would have devastating consequences for the US science system, say former officials, because the country is so dependent on early-career foreign researchers. Recent statistics show that nearly half of those in the US with a PhD in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) are considered short-term visitors, or non-residents in the official terminology. If this included residents who are not yet citizens, the proportion would likely be even higher. “Foreign PhD students are really a significant and core part of the university STEM workforce, and postdocs is similarly large,” said Donovan. Preventing US-based academics from hiring them from overseas would be a serious blow, he said. “If it's the case that this administration intends to limit funding to labs staffed only with US citizens, the effect will be to cripple the American scientific enterprise,” said Chris Marcum, a former OSTP official. “To think that these researchers can simply be replaced is a pipe dream. The labs will close,” said Marcum. Go elsewhereAround half of US-trained postdocs are foreign-born, said Biggs. “If these top international students cannot get funding to do their research, or even if they hear that funding for foreign students has been greatly restricted and will be super competitive, they will no longer choose to study in the US and will go elsewhere.” It’s unclear for now if Kratsios’s comments will translate into a real policy shift. But they could add to turmoil in the US science system since Donald Trump took over as president one year ago. Related articlesNIH turmoil risks reciprocal EU-US access to health research fundingUS set to close office responsible for global science and technology dealsTrump halts new NIH grants to international health-research partnersSince then, nearly 8,000 grants at the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation have been frozen or terminated, Naturereports. Courts have overturned most of these cancellations, but the disruption caused remains significant. Both those agencies have also dished out around a quarter fewer grants this year than normal, the journal reported. International student enrolment is also down by 17%. The Trump administration also proposes to cut research budgets by around a third, although Congress may mollify the cuts.
Alarm over US plan to prioritise citizens in research funding
The US’s leading science official has said the country will focus its research spending on scientists with US citizenship, triggering alarm that the country could destroy its century-long status as a magnet for overseas talent.Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), said last week that it is “important for us to continue to emphasise the use of federal R&D dollars towards American scientists and technologists that are staffed by Americans in their labs.” Asked about support for Chinese students during a Congressional hearing, Kratsios went on to say that in future funding announcements, the OSTP would “emphasise” that “we're funding American students.”Kratsios’s precise meaning, and what it could mean in policy terms, isn’t yet clear. The OSTP did not respond to multiple requests for clarification from Science|Business.But given that US science and technology has relied on overseas talent for the past century, Kratsios’s words have stunned former US science officials.Immigrants have made up around 30-40% of US Nobel Prize winners since the 1940s, for example. Except for some sensitive projects, countries typically grant research funding on a nationality-blind basis, lest they deter foreign scientists from immigrating. “If director Kratsios’s statements are taken literally and become official policy of the White House, [research-intensive] universities will likely have to close labs if not entire research divisions,” said David Biggs, a former science and technology official in the US State Department. In their most extreme interpretation, Kratsios’s comments would imply that foreign scientists established in the US would see access to funding curtailed. This would “result in many world-leading professors who work in the United States in fields that this administration considers a priority (like fusion energy, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing) leaving the country,” said Cole Donovan, a former US science diplomat, and now associate director at the Federation of American Scientists.CripplingHowever, given the context of the conversation, Kratsios may have been referring more narrowly to funding for doctoral or postdoctoral students. At the hearing, he said he wanted to see labs staffed by US citizens. But even this would have devastating consequences for the US science system, say former officials, because the country is so dependent on early-career foreign researchers. Recent statistics show that nearly half of those in the US with a PhD in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) are considered short-term visitors, or non-residents in the official terminology. If this included residents who are not yet citizens, the proportion would likely be even higher. “Foreign PhD students are really a significant and core part of the university STEM workforce, and postdocs is similarly large,” said Donovan. Preventing US-based academics from hiring them from overseas would be a serious blow, he said. “If it's the case that this administration intends to limit funding to labs staffed only with US citizens, the effect will be to cripple the American scientific enterprise,” said Chris Marcum, a former OSTP official. “To think that these researchers can simply be replaced is a pipe dream. The labs will close,” said Marcum. Go elsewhereAround half of US-trained postdocs are foreign-born, said Biggs. “If these top international students cannot get funding to do their research, or even if they hear that funding for foreign students has been greatly restricted and will be super competitive, they will no longer choose to study in the US and will go elsewhere.” It’s unclear for now if Kratsios’s comments will translate into a real policy shift. But they could add to turmoil in the US science system since Donald Trump took over as president one year ago. Since then, nearly 8,000 grants at the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation have been frozen or terminated, Naturereports. Courts have overturned most of these cancellations, but the disruption caused remains significant. Both those agencies have also dished out around a quarter fewer grants this year than normal, the journal reported. International student enrolment is also down by 17%. The Trump administration also proposes to cut research budgets by around a third, although Congress may mollify the cuts.
Trump hedges in the Arctic
In his Davos speech focused largely on the fate of Greenland, Trump made no mention of the residents whose lives have been consumed by confusion and concern over his designs.
Albany Entertainment Centre Chooses Anolis
Albany Entertainment Centre (AEC) is a contemporary performing arts and events venue famous for its stunningly cool architectural design, located on the waterfront in Albany, about 420 km south‑eas | Albany Entertainment Centre (AEC) upgrades the auditorium lighting of its main theatre space with Anolis Ambiane fixtures.
Ubisoft shares plummet 33% after Assassin’s Creed maker unveils reorganization, cancels six games
The games designer saw stock plunge on Thursday, following years of share price decline.
Apple's Upcoming Home Hub Could Include 'Robotic Swiveling Base'
The home hub device that Apple plans to release as soon as this spring has a "robotic swiveling base," according to The Information's Wayne Ma. Ma mentioned the new detail in a piece outlining Apple's work on an AI pin. Apple is also working on a home product featuring a small display, speakers and a robotic swiveling base, designed with a heavy emphasis on AI features. That device could be released as soon as this spring, according to two of the people.
Cinergy delays $45 million entertainment center construction in Corpus Christi
Cinergy Entertainment delays construction on $45 million Southside entertainment center, due to the company redesigning the layout.
State identifies 114-acre site in west Laurel for new forensic mental health facility
The initial draft plans show a 32-bed facility will be built. It will serve those currently in the justice system who are waiting for a mental health evaluation to see if they are fit to stand trial.
DIRECTV Entertainment for Your Community
Tired of high TV bills and outdated cable boxes? Upgrade your community’s entertainment with a smarter, more cost-effective solution. PulseNetTV delivers customized DIRECTV entertainment packages designed specifically for communities providing better content, clearer picture quality, and significant savings.
Marseille vs. Liverpool live updates: Champions League scores and analysis
The second day of action of the Matchday 7 will take place today around Europe
New Leadership Louisiana program targets statewide health challenges
Leaders for a Better Louisiana’s Leadership Louisiana initiative is expanding with the launch of a new program focused on the state’s health care sector. The program, Leadership Louisiana Health Fellows, is designed to give leaders from business, policy, education and health-related fields a deeper understanding of the systems shaping health outcomes across Louisiana. The program […]
Samsung’s Qi2 battery bank leaks, designed around the Galaxy S26 camera bump [Gallery]
Samsung's new Qi2 battery bank just leaked, showing off in better detail how it is designed around the Galaxy S26 camera bump.
Sony Unveils $230 Clip-On Earbuds, Joining a Growing Wave
Sony Group Corp. introduced its latest pair of consumer earbuds, with a clip-on design that resembles recent efforts from Bose Corp., Lenovo Group Ltd.’s Motorola unit and Huawei Technologies Co.
Sony’s New Open Earbuds Ditch the Donut Design for a Clip
The LinkBuds Clip are like Clippy for your ears (they're not like that at all).
Arc Raiders players who spawn late into matches profit more, senior lead confirms
Arc Raiders design lead has stated in an interview that players who spawn into games late actually profit more, the opposite of assumptions.
Rehabilitation and Sports Therapy Services Expand With New Erie Site
The facility is designed to help patients recover from orthopedic injuries, joint replacements and sports-related conditions.
Powering Business Growth: Regions Bank Selects Worldpay to Transform Business Payments
Regions Bank joins Worldpay, a Global Payments company, as one of its largest branch-banking collaborators to deliver cutting-edge payments technology for businesses of all sizes. Regions Bank on Wednesday announced a major collaboration with payments technology company Worldpay® , a Global Payments company. This new collaboration is designed to enhance how Regions’ business clients, ranging from small businesses to major enterprises, accept payments and manage cash flow operations. Regions Bank is announcing a major collaboration with payments technology company Worldpay®, a Global Payments company, to enhance how Regions’ business clients, ranging from small businesses to major enterprises, accept payments and manage cash flow operations. Through Regions Merchant Services , the bank delivers intuitive, convenient financial services to a wide range of companies that sell goods or services in-store, online or through a mobile or tablet device. How does the new Regions-Worldpay
Leaked Galaxy S26 Ultra screenshot shows off Privacy Display tile
Samsung just revealed the One UI 8.5 Good Lock, which apparently features a screenshot from Galaxy S26 Ultra with the Privacy display tile. Galaxy S26 Ultra will be equipped with an advanced OLED display, incorporating Flex Magic Pixel technology. Based on this hardware trick, Samsung is offering a futuristic feature centered on safeguarding on-screen content. […]
Netflix to redesign its app as it competes with social platforms for daily engagement
As YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram continue to dominate mobile viewing, Netflix is rethinking how its app fits into a social-first video landscape. During
Health expert says extreme cold could impact people's bodies more than they think
Champions League predictions: Will Marseille upset Liverpool?
Elsewhere Barcelona look to avoid upset against Slavia Prague, and Bayern Munich aim to continue domination against Union Saint-Gilloise
Latest iPhone 18 Pro Leak Corroborated by Respected Former Analyst
Respected veteran display analyst Ross Young has added his support to a new leak today about the iPhone 18 Pro's front-panel design. In a new post on X (Twitter), the now-retired Counterpoint Research VP said that Chinese leaker Instant Digital's latest explanation of how Apple will shrink the Dynamic Island is what he was alluding to in a report last year.
President Trump, Dr. Oz tout rural health IT investments
The CMS Administrator spoke at length about the Rural Health Transformation Fund at a White House-hosted event designed to promote innovation in payment and flexibility.
New leak about Galaxy S26 Qi2 magnetic wireless power bank reveals its images, features, and price
A leak about Samsung's upcoming power bank for the Galaxy S26, featuring magnetic wireless charging, reveals its design, features, and price.
Mercer Health Center for Healthy Weight & Wellness Announces 2026 Education Series
Mercer Health’s Center for Healthy Weight & Wellness will be hosting a 2026 Education Series, a free, community-focused initiative designed to empower individuals with practical tools and expert insights for lifelong wellness. Held quarterly at Mercer Health West Campus in Coldwater, Ohio, each session features a unique topic led by experienced healthcare professionals from Mercer […]
Lego’s Education sets are expanding beyond the classroom.
The sets teach STEM concepts like programming, engineering, and now AI. They’re typically only sold to teachers and schools, but Lego’s Education division has created four new sets designed for learning at home. They’re launching today and are themed around space and animals [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education1.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education2.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education3.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education4.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education5.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education6.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education7.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education8.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
iPhone 18 Pro Leak: Smaller Dynamic Island, No Top-Left Camera Cutout
Over the last few months, rumors around the iPhone 18 Pro's front-panel design have been conflicted, with some supply-chain leaks pointing to under-display Face ID, reports suggesting a top-left hole-punch camera, and debate over whether the familiar Dynamic Island will shrink, shift, or disappear entirely. Today, Weibo-based leaker Instant Digital shared new details and imagery that appear to clarify the situation.
Oakland University Athletics to Host National Girls & Women in Sports Day Youth Clinic
ROCHESTER, Mich. - Oakland University Athletics will celebrate National Girls & Women in Sports Day by hosting a free youth clinic for girls ages 12 and under on Saturday, January 31, 2026. The event is designed to inspire and empower young athletes while highlighting the impact of women in sports at Oakland University.
Galaxy S26 Ultra may not see a price hike, but it could cost you in other ways
Due to a significant rise in the price of memory chips, Samsung could be forced to make changes to maintain the Galaxy S26 Ultra's pricing.
Paul Tazewell exhibit opens at MSI, featuring costumes from 'Wicked,' 'Hamilton'
Paul Tazewell is one of the most acclaimed costume designers in Hollywood and on Broadway, winning every major award for his craft.
College Football Playoff national championship game, Indiana vs. Miami: Live updates, score, highlights today
No. 1 Indiana takes on No. 10 Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship game: Score, live updates, highlights, start time, how to watch.
Honor’s latest phone rips off the iPhone Air, and it’s not even as thin
Honor's latest phone looks more like every iPhone rolled into one than it does a successor to its own design language.
Google app finally redesigns voice search on Android
Google is rolling out a significant redesign and modernization of voice search on Android inspired by AI Mode and Search Live.
Lorwyn Eclipsed Vision Design Handoff Document, Part 2
Mark finishes his trip through the vision design handoff document for Lorwyn Eclipsed.
A woman and her dad spent $80,000 renovating a 1930s Texas home
Ali Michel's home was marketed as a teardown. She transformed it into her dream cottage instead, celebrating its 1930s origins with the design.
The Power of Play!: Helping Kids Build Healthy Habits Early
Cone Health Play! welcomes children 4 months to 3 years old for parent-child classes and independent activities designed to meet kids where they are developmentally.
This tiny power module could change how the world uses energy
As global energy demand surges—driven by AI-hungry data centers, advanced manufacturing, and electrified transportation—researchers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory have unveiled a breakthrough that could help squeeze far more power from existing electricity supplies. Their new silicon-carbide-based power module, called ULIS, packs dramatically more power into a smaller, lighter, and cheaper design while wasting far less energy in the process.
Sphere Entertainment Confirms Plans for Smaller-Ccale Sphere Venue in Maryland
Sphere Entertainment has announced plans for a smaller-scale Sphere venue at National Harbor, Maryland, featuring a 6000-seat design alongside the signature 16K immersive display.
Has the US Lost Measles Elimination Status?
It’s unclear whether the United States can keep its designation as a country that officially eliminated the disease.
A community-codesigned LLM-powered chatbot for primary care: a randomized controlled trial
Nature Health - A multimedia e-learning chatbot codesigned with community stakeholders increased health awareness in a randomized trial of 2,113 participants in urban and rural areas across 11...
Moxie Marlinspike has a privacy-conscious alternative to ChatGPT
Confer is designed to look and feel like ChatGPT or Claude, but your conversations can't be used for training or advertising.
Disney Cruise Line Shares Behind the Scenes Look at Entertainment Aboard the Disney Adventure
Disney Cruise Line Singapore has shared a behind the scenes look at entertainment coming to the Disney Adventure.
'Outdoor sport state': Spike on WA health
A new study conducted by the United Health Foundation found that Washington is the seventh healthiest state in America.
Twin Cities small business owners say Amazon’s AI lists their products without consent
Minnesota jewelry designer Emily Johnson is among those upset with Amazon over its new AI feature, which uses product images and descriptions from their websites.
Science & Medicine: A mother's mission transforms care for Chromosome 18 disorders
Jannine Cody, PhD, founded and leads the Chromosome 18 Clinical Research Center, which has revolutionized the understanding of and care for disorders caused by alterations in chromosome 18 in humans. However, Cody began this mission as a mom with a baby with a chromosome 18 disorder who needed care.
Sphere Entertainment, the State of Maryland, Prince George’s County, and Peterson Companies Announce Intent to Develop a Sphere at National Harbor
National Harbor, Maryland Would Become Second U.S. Location For Sphere And First To Utilize Smaller-Scale Venue Design Model Project Would Receive Approximately $200 Million In State, Local, And Private Incentives Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR ), the State of Maryland, Prince George’s County, and Peterson Companies announced today their intent to develop a new Sphere venue – which would be the second in the U.S. and first to utilize a smaller-scale design model – at National Harbor, a premier destination in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The addition of Sphere would create a new Maryland landmark that drives significant economic, cultural and community benefits for the County, State, and region, and provides unparalleled immersive experiences powered by advanced technologies. “Our focus has always been on creating a global network of Spheres across forward-looking cities,” said James L. Dolan, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Sphere Entertainment.
ASUS shows first look at new AMD 800-series Neo UEFI BIOS with HD redesign and 64MB ROM
ASUS reveals updated UEFI BIOS on AMD 800-series Neo boards with search, profiles, and fan tools ASUS has started previewing the updated UEFI BIOS that
PC hardware is entering a golden age of design and engineering, while Windows — with its newfound AI obsession — has never felt worse. Something must change.
Microsoft's cramming of AI into every corner of Windows is alienating lifelong users and creating unnecessary frustration. Too bad it's happening as PC hardware is hitting its stride.
Google equates Gemini’s gradient design to 1984’s smiling Macintosh
A post on Google Design this week takes a look at the design and illustration of the Gemini app, with gradients playing a big role.
Discussing the new AI health app
Dr. Danielle Bitterman of MGH Brigham discusses the pros and cons of ChatGPT Health, an AI app designed to answer personal health questions.
Ashton Kutcher says Tom Ford fired him from Gucci modeling job for looking 'too fat' in pink Speedo
Kutcher alleged that he lost a Gucci gig early in his modeling career after the famous designer wasn't impressed by his body at the time.
Ashton Kutcher says designer fired him for being 'too fat' in pink Speedo
Ashton Kutcher alleged that Tom Ford fired him from a Gucci modeling job for looking 'too fat' in a pink Speedo: 'I was 178 pounds, what are you talking about?'
Kettering Health and Ohio University Scale Partnership to Improve Health for Ohio Communities
Kettering Health and Ohio University announced an academic, research and clinical affiliation designed to improve health for Ohioans.
New public health facility opens in Wake County with modern features, expanded services
The new facility on Swinburn Street has a design focused on improving efficiency and enhancing the patient experience.
The popular video game with design inspired by a Buffalo landmark
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Richardson Olmsted Campus represents an architectural and scientific feat in the Buffalo landscape. Designed by architect Henry Hobson Richardson and landscape arch…
QubicaAMF expands OneSource Partner Network with ARCO/Murray National Construction’s sports & entertainment team
RICHMOND, Va. — QubicaAMF today announced that ARCO/Murray National Construction, a national design-builder with a dedicated sports and entertainment group, has joined QubicaAMF OneSource™, a curat…
Apple’s new OLED MacBook Pro might be ahead of schedule, per rumor
A new rumor says OLED panels for Apple’s next MacBook Pro are in production, hinting the redesign could arrive sooner.
Family champions business education in Coles College
Driven by the desire to give back, Doug Jones and his wife, Anna, recently established the $100,000 Anna and Doug Jones Master of Business Administration Scholarship. The scholarship is designed to support students pursuing an MBA, especially those coming from non-business undergraduate backgrounds.
Meditz Students Pitch Policy Solutions to Bridgeport Regional Business Council
Working in collaboration with the Bridgeport Regional Business Council (BRBC), undergraduate students in the “State & Local Politics” course taught by Gayle Alberda, PhD, in the John Charles Meditz College of Arts and Sciences, conducted in-depth research on high-priority regional issues and developed policy briefs designed to inform real-world decision-making.
Kentucky health officials report first case of measles in 2026
Kentucky health officials have reported the first case of the measles in 2026.
Second Graders Code with Milo the Science Rover
Second graders explored hands-on learning in their Design, Technology and Engineering class
New Sioux Falls Visitor Guide offers planning tool for all, opportunities for businesses
There's a new design and new content in this year's Experience Sioux Falls visitor guide. Pick up one soon or ask about carrying some in your business.
My 2026 Headphones Forecast Might Surprise You, but It's an Open Secret
CES 2026 was a little light on new headphones, but several open earbuds were announced, as companies bet that more people will transition away from noise-isolating buds to open designs.
Business Briefs: Jan. 16, 2026
National Grid hosts in-person customer assistance events WALTHAM — National Grid continues its commitment to supporting customers with a series of in-person customer assistance events this month. With colder temperatures, these events are designed to help residents manage seasonal energy bills and explore cost-saving programs. At every location, National Grid customer service specialists will be available […]
Washington Commanders give first look at the new stadium design
New stadium conceptual renderings
All major AI models risk encouraging dangerous science experiments
Researchers risk fire, explosion or poisoning by allowing AI to design experiments, warn scientists. Some 19 different AI models were tested on hundreds of questions to assess their ability to spot and avoid hazards and none recognised all issues – with some doing little better than random guessing
How a Fairfax Co. dad turned a passion project into a bagel business
McLean Bagels, a father-daughter venture, has gone from the humble beginnings in a home kitchen to selling hundreds weekly at local farmers’ markets.
Fuelling the Future: How Business, Finance and Policy can Accelerate the Clean Fuels Market
Amid rising global energy demand and evolving market dynamics, clean fuels are a key pillar for a more secure, affordable and sustainable energy system. Examples ranging from biofuels, e-fuels and hydrogen derivatives to lower-carbon fossil fuels offer multiple sources of economic and societal value. This report, produced in collaboration with Bain & Company, highlights the important role of expanding clean fuels in our future energy system. Clean fuels have been shown to reduce import dependence on fossil fuels by 5-15%, while providing two to three times the job intensity of conventional fuels. They can reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions and support productive land use – provided well-designed policies protect land, biodiversity and water resources. The report’s analysis builds on consultations with expert stakeholders to present success stories and key insights to help business leaders and policy-makers overcome barriers to greater investment in the sector. The paper is complemented by a digital playbook of solutions drawing from real-world case studies and success stories from across the clean fuels industry. For more information or to inquire about joining the initiative, please visit the Future of Clean Fuels initiative page.
Spain’s Esade Business School Launches Tech-First Bachelor In Business & AI
Esade's new undergraduate degree is designed to prepare students for AI-driven leadership and global careers.
Federal judges allow California to use new Democrat-friendly map ahead of 2026 election
A federal three-judge panel on Wednesday allowed California to use a new voter-approved US House map that is designed to boost Democrats in the 2026 midterms.
Mike Tomlin decision puts Steelers at crossroads; NBA midseason awards
Plus the Eagles and Chargers will have new offensive coordinators
Scientists found the brain rhythm that makes your body feel like yours
A new study reveals that alpha brain waves help the brain decide what belongs to your body. Faster rhythms allow the brain to match sight and touch more precisely, strengthening the feeling that a body part is truly yours. Slower rhythms blur that timing, making it harder to separate self from surroundings. The findings could improve prosthetic design and immersive virtual experiences.
Synopsys Enters Definitive Agreement with GlobalFoundries For Sale of Processor IP Solutions Business
Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS ) today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement for the sale of its Processor IP Solutions business to GlobalFoundries (Nasdaq: GFS) (GF). Synopsys' extensive investment in IP quality, comprehensive technical support and robust IP development methodology enables designers to reduce integration risk and accelerate time-to-market. This transaction enhances the focus of Synopsys' IP business on strengthening its leadership position in interface and foundation IP while pursuing the highest-value, AI-driven opportunities from the cloud to the edge for customers spanning HPC, mobile, automotive and consumer. "We are focusing our IP resources and roadmap to further our leadership in essential interface and foundation IP while winning new, high-value opportunities that advance our position as the leading provider of engineering solutions from silicon to systems," said Sassine Ghazi, president and CEO of Synopsys. "GF will be an excellent future
The science of workforce design: how to build the talent engine for healthcare
With multiple forces disrupting the world of work, healthcare must also redesign its systems from the ground up and define a new operating model.
New LockStar update brings several screen unlock effects to One UI 8.5
Samsung has released a new update to GoodLock's LockStar app. It brings screen unlock animation effects and manual brightness to the AOD.
Review & Giveaway: Designer Science
C.W. Howell’s book documents what transpired, unpacks the broader meaning, and illuminates the effects of the “Intelligent Design” movement that sought to shake the foundations of the scientific establishment.
Review & Giveaway: Designer Science
Experiencing a crisis of faith from encountering the teachings of modern science is a rite of passage for many Christians.
Games Workshop Rejects the Abominable Intelligence
The makers of 'Warhammer' declare heresy on generative AI, banning its use in the company's design process.
Behind-the-scenes at SUN Entertainment
NAU is more than lectures, deadlines and degrees: It is a place for community, connection and success. This is why the students and staff who are part of SUN Entertainment dedicate their time to creating student-centered experiences that bring people together. SUN—which stands for Student Union Network— designs multiple campus events every year, including concerts, comedy shows, movie screenings, tournaments and craft nights. Each event offers students an opportunity to relax, have fun, make connections outside of…
Texans defense eliminates Steelers from NFL Playoffs, Divisional round storylines
Rodgers' final pass attempt was a 50-yard pick six that gave the Texans a 30-6 victory
Rural health transformation program jobs will be temporary, WV health department says
The staff the Department of Health intends to hire to oversee the Rural Health Transformation Program will be “temporary by design."
2026 high school musicals: Tell us about your spring show in Lancaster County
High school musical season is on the way, with rehearsals gearing up and Lancaster County schools preparing for production. Casts, crew, set design, costume construction, promotions are all getting ready
Inside the Design Lab at the Museum on Science and Curiosity
Washington Business Journals Names Brian Ferdinand as a 2026 Projected Breakout Trader
Washington, DC, Jan. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Washington Business Journals has named Brian Ferdinand as one of its 2026 Projected Breakout Traders, recognizing his disciplined approach to markets, long-term vision, and evolving leadership in modern trading. The designation reflects Ferdinand’s professional journey across finance, real estate, and hospitality, as well as his recent return to markets with a refined philosophy centered on precision, clarity, and durability. Rather than chasing
Anthropic’s new Cowork tool offers Claude Code without the code
Built into the Claude Desktop app, Cowork lets users designate a specific folder where Claude can read or modify files, with further instructions given through the standard chat interface.
Autistic Barbie joins Mattel diversity and inclusion line
New autistic Barbie includes fidget spinner, noise-canceling headphones and articulated joints, and was designed with Autistic Self Advocacy Network input.
Xabi Alonso fired by Real Madrid: Alvaro Arbeloa takes over
The Spanish giants have announced the managerial change on Monday, in a shock move
Leaked Windows 11 Feature Shows Copilot Moving Into File Explorer
Microsoft is testing a hidden 'Chat with Copilot' button in Windows 11 File Explorer, signaling deeper AI search and a coming Agent Launchers framework.