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UI wins $1.5 million to accelerate materials science research
The University of Iowa has been awarded $1.5 million to advance materials science research by leveraging various materials’ features for quantum technologies. The award also will position the university’s MATFab facility as a regional innovator.
Total War: Strategy series pits accuracy against authenticity
Ahead of Medieval III, the makers of the strategy series say it's about balancing accuracy with fun.
It’s Inauguration Day for Boston Mayor Wu. Here’s what to look for
"We are ready for the hard work ahead to keep Boston moving forward," Boston Mayor Michelle Wu said.
How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions—Behavioral Science Tips That Work
Behavioral economist Katy Milkman explains why most New Year’s resolutions fail and shares how science-backed strategies can build habits that last.
Lawmakers return to Washington facing Venezuela concerns, shutdown threat
Congress faces major decisions on how to address rising costs of healthcare, prevent another government shutdown and deal with the Trump administration’s handling of the Epstein files.
Democrats look primed to win the House but a wave may be harder
Gerrymandering and longer-term trends in polarization have left fewer competitive House seats in next year’s midterm elections.
It’s all mental: Science-backed tips to get you moving in 2026
Is this the year you – finally – incorporate exercise into your routine? An expert in the brain-body relationship, Assistant Professor Marcelo Bigliassi offers advice to get started and keep going.
Is There a Science to Finding Love?
An evolutionary anthropologist separates fact from fiction on love, attachment, dating apps, pheromones, and why so much modern relationship advice gets human nature wrong.
Marine Corps recruiting fraud: Pressure fueled forgeries, fake records
Current and former Marine recruiters describe immense pressure to find enlistees. Amid the desperation, a culture of fraud bloomed in the Rust Belt.
Roy Glapion on work, roots, leaving the corporate world and what comes next for New Orleans
Roy Glapion, a lifelong New Orleanian and former engineering executive, talks about family roots, building Citywide Testing & Inspections, stepping away from corporate life, and why mentorship and civic investment now matter more than ever for the city’s future.
Critical Education in the Age of Trump’s Fascist Politics
To protect democracy, the classroom must remain a space of freedom, not fear
Minister rejects claims government refusing to call Maduro extradition illegal to placate Trump
Mike Tapp says No 10 is talking to US and close allies about legal aspect after Starmer declines to criticise Venezuela operation
Seeing blue snow in your yard? Here’s the science behind it
Here's why the snow you're seeing may look blue.
Seeing blue snow in your yard? Here’s the science behind it
Here's why the snow you're seeing may look blue.
Business owners set to unlock wealth rather than retire, Raymond James poll shows
Most plan to exit financial stakes in next decade but many aim for new ventures beyond retirement.
How should Thelin's time at Aberdeen be remembered?
For a generation of Dons supporters, the Swede was responsible for orchestrating arguably their finest day in last May's Scottish Cup triumph against Celtic. With the Glasgow club chasing a domestic treble, Thelin formulated a plan to nullify Brendan Rodgers' men to take a nerve-shredding 1-1 game to extra time. Penalties would follow, with goalkeeper Dimitar Mitov earning himself legendary status at Pittodrie, along with Thelin.
Revisiting the question of debating science deniers
Wealthy tech bro turned antivax crank Steve Kirsch attacked Paul Offit for refusing to debate antivaxxers, while Dr. Mike was "surrounded" by MAHA stans. These recent events led me to revisit the question: Is it ever a good strategy to publicly debate cranks?
'We want to promote unity through boxing'
Non-profit club Unity Boxing in Rotherham is celebrating its fourth anniversary.
Venezuelans face uncertainty as the Trump administration’s plans for their country emerge. Here’s what to know
An emboldened President Donald Trump declared Sunday night that the US is “in charge” of Venezuela after detaining President Nicolas Maduro in a military raid over the weekend, as he issued stark warnings to other countries that they could be next.
What does 2026 hold for Northamptonshire politics?
Council tax rises, solar farms and regeneration are set to be on the agenda.
Matchday Musings: Sunderland’s Gritty Point at Spurs
I for one will continue to embrace self-congratulation. Sitting on 30 points, on the cusp of the European spots with just shy of half the season remaining, is nothing short of remarkable.
BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Peachy Balloon Decor in Pittsfield
The company designs balloon displays and other elements for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, showers, and other private parties, as well as corporate conferences and public events.
Miami-Dade: When local politics become rogue US foreign policy
South Florida's anti-Castro lobby is already rallying for Cuba next after Saturday's regime change operation in Venezuela
Elon Musk dines with Donald Trump during a packed weekend
Elon Musk joined Donald Trump for dinner during the weekend that the White House announced a US military operation in Venezuela.
Man arrested for breaking into Novant Health medical facility, stealing items
Theodore James allegedly stole items including keys, medical scrubs and decorations from employees’ desks, according to arrest records.
Israel to Hold Rates as Regional and Domestic Politics Wobble
Israel’s central bank is set to hold interest rates steady in its first monetary decision of 2026, weighing lowered inflation expectations and a strong shekel against lingering geopolitical and fiscal uncertainty.
Downtown Anchorage business says sales are up thanks to the cold
With subzero temperatures blanketing Anchorage throughout the weekend, the effects could be seen with a quick look downtown.
Trump’s actions are not reckless, they’re resolute — ‘not political, but necessary’: Brian Kilmeade
Fox News host Brian Kilmeade praises the Trump administration’s efforts to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and criticizes the negative reaction to the move on ‘One Nation.’
Samsung Presents ‘Your Companion to AI Living’ at The First Look During CES 2026
Next-generation AI-powered devices and experiences to be showcased at the company’s exclusive exhibition through January 7
Watch The Intel CES 2026 Launch Event Live Here: Panther Lake Official, Refreshed CPUs & New AI Updates Expected
Intel will officially launch its next-generation Panther Lake "Core Ultra Series 3" CPUs, along with several other products, at CES 2026.
First US at-home depression kit on its way after trial shows benefits in weeks
In a major shift for how mental health conditions might be treated, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first at-home brain-stimulation device to treat moderate to severe major depressive disorder (MDD).
Ben Johnson was visibly frustrated following offensive struggles 🎙️
Ben Johnson was visibly frustrated following offensive struggles 🎙️
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Withings is doing more than ever with its latest smart scale, the Body Scan 2. AT CES, the brand is calling it a "longevity station" with more than 60 biomarkers and Apple Health integration.
Bills celebrate home finale with 35-8 rout of Jets in final game at Highmark
The Bills will travel to play the AFC South champion Jacksonville Jaguars in the wild-card round next weekend.
Illinois political leaders react to U.S. capture of Venezuela’s president
President Donald Trump announced early Saturday that the U.S. "successfully carried out a large-scale strike against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicolás Maduro,” and that U.S. law enforcement assisted in the operation.
Trump political base sets aside isolationism to cheer Maduro capture
Supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump have largely praised the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro as a swift, painless win, though political analysts warn support could wane if the operation drags on and echoes past foreign interventions.
Collapse of ‘zombie’ UK firms forecast to fuel unemployment in 2026
Businesses being hit by rising cost of interest rates, energy costs and wages, says Resolution Foundation
Delta Air Lines Named Official Airline Partner of Sphere
Delta Air Lines Will Entitle Sphere’s First Branded Hospitality Space – The Delta SKY360° Club At Sphere Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR ) today announced Delta Air Lines as the Official Airline of Sphere. As part of a multi-faceted partnership, the Delta SKY360° Club also becomes the first branded hospitality space in the immersive entertainment venue. “Delta and Sphere share a commitment to innovation, technology and connecting people through world-class experiences,” said Marcus Ellington, Executive Vice President, Ad Sales and Sponsorships, Sphere. “We are proud to welcome Delta as our partner on two firsts for Sphere – our first official airline and first branded hospitality space – and we look forward to building on this collaboration, offering guests an elevated experience, and showcasing the best of each of our brands.” “At Delta, our mission is to make every journey matter, and that extends beyond the flight,” said Alicia Tillman, Chief Marketing Officer at Delta Air
Celebrate store anniversaries in 2026 with an Aeldari Autarch and a Vampire Lord
Here are this year’s anniversary miniatures.
Earth has been feeding the moon for billions of years
Tiny bits of Earth’s atmosphere have been drifting to the moon for billions of years, guided by Earth’s magnetic field. Rather than blocking particles, the magnetic field can funnel them along invisible lines that sometimes stretch all the way to the moon. This explains mysterious gases found in Apollo samples and suggests lunar soil may hold a long-term archive of Earth’s history. It could also become a valuable resource for future lunar explorers.
A missing flash of light revealed a molecular secret
Scientists have found a way to see ultrafast molecular interactions inside liquids using an extreme laser technique once thought impossible for fluids. When they mixed nearly identical chemicals, one combination behaved strangely—producing less light and erasing a single harmonic signal altogether. Simulations revealed that a subtle molecular “handshake” was interfering with electron motion. The discovery shows that liquids can briefly organize in ways that dramatically change how electrons behave.
Maldives Health Financing Progress Matrix Assessment Report
The WHO Health Financing Progress Matrix (HFPM) is the standardized qualitative assessment of the health financing system of a country. The assessment builds on an extensive body of conceptual and empirical work, and summarizes “what matters in health financing for universal health coverage (UHC)” into a set of desirable attributes, which form the basis of the assessment. By identifying areas of strength and weakness in the current health financing system, along with priority policy directions, HFPM assessments complement monitoring of key quantitative indicators on service coverage and financial protection, now enshrined in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) agenda. HFPM assessments can be implemented within a short period and provide close-to-real-time information for policy-makers. Findings support the development of health financing strategies and technical alignment across government and external technical assistance agencies, while also providing the basis for monitoring progress over time. This allows for systematic tracking of the development and implementation of health financing policies that matter for UHC. HFPM assessments have been conducted in several countries, including in the South-East (SE) Asia Region; some have been published (Bangladesh and the state of Jammu and Kashmir in India) while others have remained unpublished (Nepal, Myanmar, Sri Lanka)
Bringing marine microbiome research into the classroom is an essential step toward a climate literate society
npj Climate Action - Recognizing the ecological roles of microorganisms as drivers of marine biogeochemical cycles and how they are influenced by seawater pollution, warming, and acidification is...
The politics of asylum: How local exposure reshaped UK voting
The UK has seen a sharp rise in asylum applications since the Covid-19 pandemic. This column examines how exposure to asylum seekers affects voter behaviour. The authors find that increases in dispersed asylum seekers – who are provided with accommodation but cannot choose their destination – lead to a sizeable rightward shift in local election outcomes. While migration has become more salient for both of the UK’s main political parties, only Conservative MPs appear to effectively channel local discontent, helping explain why these rightward electoral shifts occur despite little observable change in public attitudes.
Mar-a-Lago is a familiar place for Trump to manage high-stakes military operations
Hours after declaring from underneath the tented ceiling of Mar-a-Lago’s Tea Room that Venezuela’s leader was in American custody and the US was running the country, President Donald Trump emerged victorious onto his club’s crowded patio as dinner-goers cheered the audacious mission he’d ordered up from a few yards away.
Why some Democrats are staying silent on Trump’s Venezuela attack
Democrats are navigating a high-wire balancing act in their response to the U.S. arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Assessing Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) Valuation After Recent Share Price Rebound
Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) has quietly climbed about 5% over the past month, even as its past 3 months performance is still down double digits, a setup that has value focused investors taking a closer look. See our latest analysis for Flutter Entertainment. That recent 4.7% 30 day share price return, at a latest share price of $218.27, comes after a tough stretch where the 1 year total shareholder return is still almost 15% lower. Sentiment looks like it is stabilizing rather than...
There’s finally another new Android phone with Qi2 coming, but will there be more in 2026?
Proper Qi2 support on Android has been rather elusive thus far, with only Google’s Pixel 10 series bringing the feature...
First meeting of new Troy City Council set for Monday
It comes after Democrats swept the entire council in this past November's elections.
What is Delta Force? An elite special operations unit
The US's highly elite but secretive Delta Force captures and eliminates high-value targets. They reportedly helped capture Venezuela's Maduro.
UH Mānoa ranks top 12 in U.S. for oceanography, atmospheric science, tourism | University of Hawaiʻi System News
The rankings are based on measures such as world-class faculty, world-class research output, high-quality research, research impact and international collaboration.
Reading 1-0 Stockport County: Player Ratings
A big defensive shift got the Royals over the line at the SCL for the second time this year.
A picture is emerging of how US sees its role ‘running’ Venezuela
President Donald Trump’s administration is working quickly to establish a pliant interim government in Venezuela following the dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro, according to US officials, prioritizing administrative stability and repairing the country’s oil infrastructure over an immediate turn to democracy.
Fires damaged their Hampton Roads businesses. Here’s how they recovered.
Fires damaged or destroyed hundreds of businesses and homes across the Hampton Roads region last year. Chef and owner Eric Nelson has spent much of the past year rebuilding. “They had to take it down to basically nothing,” said Nelson, who has operated Crudo Nudo for more than eight years.
Press Pass Sports 2025 Football Team
The Texas High School football season came to a close, and it was another excellent year for the Texas Panhandle. Here’s a look at the 2025 Press Pass Sports Football Team. Players selected for superlative honors are separate from the Press Pass Sports Football Team. Compiled by Lance Lahnert, Lee Passmore and Kale Steed. OFFENSE
SwitchBot’s new E Ink display seems great for weather nerds
It can deliver AI-generated, weather-based inspirational quotes.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra might be the only affordable flagship of 2026
With Apple's prices possibly climbing, Samsung's stagnation is actually a strategy.
Sen. Cotton on Trump saying US will ‘run’ Venezuela: ‘It means that the new leaders… need to meet our demands’
Dana Bash to Rep. Jim Jordan on Trump’s attacks in Venezuela: ‘How is that America first?’
Maduro's fall stirs fears for Venezuelan, regional stability
Venezuela's diaspora is celebrating the US-led ouster of Nicolas Maduro after over a decade in power. But relief is intermingled with fear, including over political prisoners still held by the weakened Caracas regime.
‘We’d rather be ahead of the curve’: How Albuquerque’s small businesses are putting AI to work
Local small businesses are using the emerging technology to create project timelines, set prices and more
New Hampshire politicians respond to news of US capture of Venezuelan president
Politicians across the Granite State respond to military operations in Venezuela.
Ondas Holdings (ONDS) Climbs 30% on Business Transformation
We recently published 10 Stocks Already Shocking 2026 With Massive Gains. Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:ONDS) was one of the top performers last week. Ondas Holdings soared by 29.95 percent week-on-week as investors took its recent corporate rebranding as cue for a broader business transformation. Effective in the first quarter of the year, Ondas Holdings Inc. […]
AMC Entertainment's On A Short Leash
AMC Entertainment Holdings (AMC) remains a high-risk, speculative play, currently rated 'hold' due to uncertain box office recovery and rising net debt.
Canadian officials say US health institutions no longer dependable for accurate information
Misinformation from the Trump administration is cited as fuelling Canadians’ concerns over childhood vaccinations
CES 2026: Govee Announces New Matter-Connected Ceiling and Floor Lights
Govee today introduced three new HomeKit-compatible lighting products, including the Govee Floor Lamp 3, the Govee Ceiling Light Ultra, and the Govee Sky Ceiling Light. The Govee Floor Lamp 3 is the successor to the Floor Lamp 2, and it offers Matter integration with the option to connect to HomeKit. The Floor Lamp 3 offers an upgraded LuminBlend+ lighting system that can reproduce 281 trillion colors, and it supports 1000K to 10000K light temperature range.
Politics chat: How Trump's MAGA supporters see the operation in Venezuela
We have analysis on President Trump's decision to topple Venezuela's leader, and how it will be viewed by his MAGA supporters.
The invisible microbes that help keep us healthy
Not all microbes are villains—many are vital to keeping us healthy. Researchers have created a world-first database that tracks beneficial bacteria and natural compounds linked to immune strength, stress reduction, and resilience. The findings challenge the long-standing obsession with germs as threats and instead highlight the hidden health benefits of biodiversity. This shift could influence everything from urban design to environmental restoration.
A simple chemistry trick could end forever plastic
Seeing plastic trash while hiking inspired a Rutgers chemist to rethink why synthetic plastics last forever while natural polymers don’t. By mimicking tiny structural features used in DNA and proteins, researchers designed plastics that remain durable but can be triggered to fall apart naturally. The breakdown speed can be precisely tuned, from days to years, or switched on with light or simple chemical signals. The discovery could reshape everything from food packaging to medicine delivery.
When they go low, we go viral
Millennial and Gen Z Democrats are running on something their predecessors can’t quite figure out — the social media algorithm.
US Conducted Operation Resolve in Venezuela. Here’s What Satellite Images Reveal
New satellite images show extensive damage to Venezuela's military complex from recent US airstrikes targeting President Maduro's regime.
Attempt to 'undermine science' over Lough Neagh
Northern Ireland's Environment Minister Andrew Muir has accused some politicians of a "deliberate attempt to undermine the science and evidence" around the ecological crisis at Lough Neagh.
The ultimate price Ford is paying to overhaul its business strategy
Ford and other carmakers must shift gears in their business plans away from EVs, a costly endeavor. Here is what it could mean for the industry.
Trump tests appetite for regime change ahead of midterms
Democrats immediately argued that U.S. military action in Venezuela was an abandonment of the president’s promise to focus on improving lives at home.
This California political leader wants federal immigration reform. First, she has to survive Trump
Since President Trump's immigration raids began sweeping through California's cities and farm fields, state Senate President Monique Limón has carried a copy of her passport.
Pensacola things to do: Beach Run Half Marathon; Mardi Gras Coachella
Seven days out is your guide to entertainment events, concerts, festivals and activities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
BizTips from SCORE: Setting goals for the New Year
Goal setting is a strategic practice that shapes the year ahead. Take time to think about your business and personal goals.
Trump’s MAGA allies mostly rally behind his Venezuela strike
President Donald Trump’s allies in the Republican Party and his Make America Great Again movement — even some who previously warned against wading into new foreign conflicts — largely rallied behind his actions in Venezuela on Saturday, hours after the capture of President Nicolás Maduro in a large-scale military operation.
How LaToya Cantrell went from grassroots star to political outcast as New Orleans mayor
A once-promising disruptor, Cantrell will leave office under the cloud of an indictment, low approval ratings and a budget scandal. Here’s an inside look at her legacy.
Three free agents Barcelona should consider signing in the summer
As Barcelona look ahead to the summer transfer window, planning is already centred around realism rather than luxury. Financial limits remain tight, and that means free agents will once again be a ke...
Political science expert reacts to Maduro capture
The arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by United States forces is raising questions about what comes next for Venezuela and the United States. A Southern Colorado political science professor said the move could signal a shift toward a more aggressive United States foreign policy in the Western Hemisphere, while also raising legal and constitutional concerns about the operation and its long term impact.
Who are the key Venezuelan political players after Maduro’s capture
The Trump administration’s move to capture and remove from power Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Saturday has sparked a political crisis in the South American country after more than a…
The Rare British Roadster That Helped Inspire The Mazda Miata
Modestly powered and fun to drive, the Lotus Elan was the inspiration behind the Mazda Miata, and it came to life because of automotive journalist Bob Hall.
Ethiopia advances youth-led food systems transformation through new science-policy-society interface workshop
Ethiopia has taken an important step toward strengthening evidence-informed, inclusive, and youth-driven food systems transformation. With the workshop “Building the Next Generation of Ethiopia’s Food Systems Leaders”, the country launched a promising national Science-Policy-Society Interface...
From order to extraction: Inside the US capture of Nicolás Maduro
The detailed timeline and the revelation that a CIA team has been operating inside Venezuela for so long sheds new light on the administration’s pressure campaign on Maduro for the past several months.
Maxwell Frost wants Congress briefed immediately on U.S. action in Venezuela — and whatever may come next
He castigated the Donald Trump administration for failing to notify Congress before taking military action to depose Nicolás Maduro.
Salt Cave Inc. Highlights Salt Caves as a Strategic Business Expansion for the New Year
Businesses increasingly add salt caves as wellness services while planning long-term growth and client engagement strategies. ORLEANS, MA, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As businesses conclude the year and prepare for growth in the year ahead, many owners in the wellness, healthcare, hospitality, and fitness industries are reassessing service expansions that offer long-term […]
'I waited for this moment for so long.' Many U.S. Venezuelans praise Maduro capture
The U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro sparked celebrations among many Venezuelan Americans across the country. Some expressed conflicting feelings, grateful for Maduro's capture but wary of President Trump's U.S. intervention.
Local business owner speaks out amid US military operation in home country
The owner, Michael Meza, left his home country of Venezuela seven years ago. He described the terrible conditions under the Maduro regime and is glad to see him go.
Full-length Replay: Big East Women's: Seton Hall at UConn
No. 1 Huskies (13-0, 4-0) host the Pirates (9-4, 3-1) in this Big East rivalry at PeoplesBank Arena.
Who wins when the IRS stops enforcement? Not small business.
Small business owners face a tilted playing field when it comes to taxes, as large corporations are able to utilize sophisticated tax shelters to minimize their tax burden while small businesses ar…
Gov. Jared Polis celebrates ouster of Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro
Colorado leaders lambaste, criticize military operation capturing South American leader Colorado Gov. Jared Polis celebrated the ouster of President Nicolas Maduro via a military operation that captured and flew him out of the country early Saturday, even as other Democrats lambasted America’s action and expressed wariness about the U.S. embarking on “nation building.” Republicans, meanwhile, […]
Gov. Jared Polis celebrates U.S. capture of Venezuela’s Maduro
Colorado leaders lambaste, criticize military operation Colorado Gov. Jared Polis celebrated the military operation that captured President Nicolas Maduro and flew him out of the country early Saturday, even as his party mates lambasted America’s action and expressed wariness about the U.S. embarking on “nation building.” Republicans, meanwhile, said President Donald Trump is keeping Americans […]
Top general details US military raid that captured Venezuela's Maduro
The operation involved more than 150 military aircraft, including fighter jets, helicopters, drones, and bomber planes.
Trump says U.S. 'will run' Venezuela after capturing Maduro in audacious attack
Trump offered few details about how the U.S. plans to run Venezuela, saying only that he intends to designate 'a group' from his administration to oversee the eventual transition of power.
WATCH: Trump says U.S. is 'going to run' Venezuela until transition of power after capturing Maduro
Trump addressed the nation after the United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and flew him out of the country in a military operation early in the day that plucked a sitting leader from office.