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NFL playoff bracket explained, seeding, potential divisional round games for AFC, NFC
The NFL playoff bracket has a wrinkle other tournaments don't have. How does that impact the NFC and AFC postseason divisional round games this week?
Scientists uncover a hidden switch that helps cancer cells thrive
A protein once thought to simply help cancer cells avoid death turns out to do much more. MCL1 actively drives cancer metabolism by controlling the powerful mTOR growth pathway, tying survival and energy use together. This insight explains why MCL1-targeting drugs can be effective—but also why they sometimes damage the heart. Researchers have now identified a way to reduce that risk, potentially unlocking safer cancer therapies.
Robin Vos forecasts prospects for online sports getting bill in 2026
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos discusses the prospects for an online sports betting bill to get a vote in 2026.
January concerts and shows across Northern California
Explore January concerts and shows across six Northern California counties featuring pop icons, Elvis tributes, and brunch beats.
Ohio high school sports dates to remember for winter, spring 2026
Here are dates to remember for the rest of the OHSAA winter sports season and spring 2026.
On deck for 2026, 11 Northeast Florida sports storylines to watch
From the Jaguars' coming playoff run to The Players Championship, here are stories to watch for Northeast Florida sports in 2026.
This week's Palm Beach County high school sports schedule (Jan. 5-10)
Here's a look at the upcoming schedule for boys and girls basketball as well as boys and girls soccer for the week of Jan. 5-10.
Exclusive: 40 million Americans turn to ChatGPT for health care
OpenAI's new report shows how chatbots can help navigate health care.
Seeing blue snow in your yard? Here’s the science behind it
Here's why the snow you're seeing may look blue.
In effort to remain open, downtown business transitioning to nonprofit
A small business in downtown Springfield is struggling to remain open but hopes by changing its structure it can do just that.
Need an MRI? Want vintage clothing? Try these new NJ businesses
Brokedown Palace is a gastropub in Wayne. Vintage Queens NYC in Englewood has women's fashion back to the 1890s.
Trump's health issue is growing. Maybe it's JD Vance time.
Nothing snuffs out questions about a near-octogenarian president’s health quite like that president repeatedly bragging about passing a dementia test.
Texans vs Steelers odds, point spread, moneyline, over/under for betting
NFL playoff odds for Pittsburgh Steelers vs Houston Texans AFC wild-card game Monday, including point spread, moneyline, over/under for betting.
LG Rolls Out Its W6 Wallpaper OLED TV With Ultra-High Brightness
The W6 is a wireless TV designed to sit flush on the wall and is claimed to be reflection-free.
Samsung Massive MicroRGB is a TV For the Billionaire in Your Life
The 130-inch TV features native MicroRGB LEDs instead of a traditional LCD display, and it'll be expensive.
Finally, I've Found a Worthy Successor to the Iconic 90s Tamagotchi
This virtual pet grows physically bigger the more you play with it.
Lee: Junk science in courts hurts everyone
Junk science admitted during trial continues to undermine our judicial system.
Levin: Science endures at Israel’s missile-damaged Weizmann Research Institute
Fortunately, no one at Weizmann was killed or wounded.
Everyday chemicals are quietly damaging beneficial gut bacteria
A large study has revealed that dozens of widely used chemicals can damage beneficial gut bacteria. Many of these substances, found in pesticides and everyday industrial products, were never thought to affect living organisms at all. When gut bacteria are stressed by these chemicals, some may also become resistant to antibiotics. The research raises new questions about how chemical exposure could be influencing human health behind the scenes.
This CRISPR breakthrough turns genes on without cutting DNA
A new CRISPR breakthrough shows scientists can turn genes back on without cutting DNA, by removing chemical tags that act like molecular anchors. The work confirms these tags actively silence genes, settling a long-running scientific debate. This gentler form of gene editing could offer a safer way to treat Sickle Cell disease by reactivating a fetal blood gene. Researchers say it opens the door to powerful therapies with fewer unintended side effects.
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.
Physicists found hidden order in violent proton collisions
Inside high-energy proton collisions, quarks and gluons briefly form a dense, boiling state before cooling into ordinary particles. Researchers expected this transition to change how disordered the system is, but LHC data tell a different story. A newly improved collision model matches experiments better than older ones and reveals that the “entropy” remains unchanged throughout the process. This unexpected result turns out to be a direct fingerprint of quantum mechanics at work.
Scientists find a safer way to make cells burn more calories
Researchers have developed experimental compounds that make cells burn more calories by subtly tweaking how mitochondria produce energy. Older versions of these chemicals were once used for weight loss—but were banned for being deadly. The new approach fine-tunes the effect, allowing cells to burn extra fuel safely. If successful, this could pave the way for new obesity treatments with added health benefits.
A legendary fossil is forcing scientists to rethink human origins
One of the most complete human ancestor fossils ever found may belong to an entirely new species, according to an international research team. The famous “Little Foot” skeleton from South Africa has long been debated, but new analysis suggests it doesn’t truly match any known Australopithecus species. Instead, researchers say its unique mix of features points to a previously unidentified human relative, reshaping ideas about early human diversity.
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.
Myles Garrett shows that records don't change, but the games do
A proper accounting doesn't take away from Garrett's greatness, but it's increasingly needed in our conversation about sports records.
Marco Rubio, who dreamed of ousting Venezuela's Maduro, takes charge
As who is in charge of Venezuela question looms, Secretary of State Marco Rubio prepares to work with Delcy Rodriguez, sworn in after Maduro capture.
This wireless HDMI adapter from Belkin lets you link devices from across the room
The Belkin ConnectAir, unveiled at CES, makes it easy to cast to any screen without an app or Wi-Fi.
Trump renews push to annex Greenland after Venezuela strike
President Donald Trump has repeatedly talked about annexing Greenland. He reupped those calls hours after the U.S. captured Venezuela's leader.
'Very good man,' versatile Detroit News sports writer Dave Goricki dies at 64
Covering prep sports is a job as demanding as high school life can be for a coach, or for a player.
Fire destroys Jackson Township business building, official says
Fire swept through a business building along Freedom Avenue NW near Interstate 77 on the morning of Jan. 4, an official said.
Yes, aggression-matchmaking is now a thing in Arc Raiders
If you've found you've been coming up against tougher players in Arc Raiders just recently, that could well be because …
'Sick and tired.' MTG calls Venezuela strike betrayal of MAGA
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's comments reflect a growing chasm in Congress over the president’s actions in Venezuela.
OPINION | Urban Meyer has no business in the Florida university system
Urban Meyer, the most universally reviled figure in Jacksonville Jaguars history is nominated as a trustee of New College.
What To Expect From Nintendo in 2026
With a new Mario movie and Pokemon's 30th anniversary on the way, 2026 will be a big year for Nintendo fans - here's what to expect across the next 12 months.
Appleton area high school sports results for Saturday, Jan. 3
High school basketball, swimming and wrestling teams were in action.
Massachusetts man builds the world’s only PoE powered driveway gate to stop people turning around
This was a big project – Supercar Blondie
Sports calendar for Monday, Jan. 5
There is plenty of basketball and other action as York-Adams League teams return from the holiday break.
2026 NFL mock draft: Projecting first round as order is set in Week 18
Our latest 2026 NFL mock draft reflects the emerging early first-round order, which will be set Sunday at the completion of Week 18.
Natrona County health and food inspections (12/26/25–1/1/26)
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department inspects restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, mobile food units, commissaries and
Eddie Murphy denies storming out of Oscars after loss, reveals truth
Eddie Murphy has revealed the real reason he left the 2007 Oscars early, denying he stormed out because he was upset about losing.
Oklahoma lawmakers eye $223M federal funding to reshape rural health care
The one-time investment comes as state leaders warn of shrinking revenues, Medicaid pressures and rising insurance costs.
Green Bay area high school sports results for Saturday, Jan. 3
West De Pere ends De Pere's 61-game FRCC winning streak, plus other high school results from Jan. 3.
AI’s reckoning with reality represents a growing economic risk for 2026
Revenues may be rising rapidly, but not by nearly enough to cover the wild levels of investment under way
AI may not need massive training data after all
New research shows that AI doesn’t need endless training data to start acting more like a human brain. When researchers redesigned AI systems to better resemble biological brains, some models produced brain-like activity without any training at all. This challenges today’s data-hungry approach to AI development. The work suggests smarter design could dramatically speed up learning while slashing costs and energy use.
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.
China’s “artificial sun” just broke a fusion limit scientists thought was unbreakable
Researchers using China’s “artificial sun” fusion reactor have broken through a long-standing density barrier in fusion plasma. The experiment confirmed that plasma can remain stable even at extreme densities if its interaction with the reactor walls is carefully controlled. This finding removes a major obstacle that has slowed progress toward fusion ignition. The advance could help future fusion reactors produce more power.
WHO Reports Global Health Gains in 2025 Despite Funding Cuts and Crises
WHO Reports Global Health Gains in 2025 Despite Funding Cuts and Crises / Global news, healthcare, healthcare news, UN, United Nation, WHO
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.
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.
Excited about 2026. Lainey Wilson, Mötley Crüe, water park, HOF art
Entertainment writer Ed Balint anticipates 2026. Lainey Wilson at the Concert for Legends, wiener dog races at the fair, and Mötley Crüe at Blossom.
Economic, business and technological predictions for 2026: Michael Weidokal
2026 will be another crucial year for our Northeast Ohio region, our country and the world. While there is a great deal of trepidation entering 2026 (with good reason), there are also many reasons to hope that this can be a year in which we reduce the level of political and economic risk in the world. Hopefully, our political and business leaders will work together to tackle the challenges we will inevitably face in 2026, and to take advantage of the opportunities that the new year will bring, writes guest columnist Michael Weidokal.
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.
Will health savings accounts replace ACA subsidies for some Americans?
Health savings accounts are popular among U.S. workers. Will these accounts take on larger role in how U.S. consumers pay for and get health care?
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.
Georgia getting funds for health care from budget reconciliation bill
Funds for rural health care comes as thousands of Georgians expected to see spike in health insurance premiums.
Why Highly Gifted Minds Start Their Day Differently—The Morning Habit Science Explains
Ever wondered what happens in the minds of highly gifted individuals during those first sleepy moments of the day? For people with a very high IQ (130 and above), mornings don’t start like everyone else’s. Their minds, ever restless and buzzing, set the tone for how they face the early light—often with a morning habit…
NY touts new mandates for health insurers. Here's what they must cover
New York laws that took effect Jan. 1 require health insurers to cover breast cancer screening, EpiPens and scalp cooling for chemotherapy patients.
Trump calls Monroe Doctrine the 'Donroe Doctrine' after Venezuela raid
In remarks following the early morning capture of Venezuela's leader and his wife, Trump referred to a nearly 200-year-old foreign policy doctrine.
Type 2 diabetes physically changes the human heart, study finds
Type 2 diabetes doesn’t just raise the risk of heart disease—it physically reshapes the heart itself. Researchers studying donated human hearts found that diabetes disrupts how heart cells produce energy, weakens the muscle’s structure, and triggers a buildup of stiff, fibrous tissue that makes it harder for the heart to pump. These changes are especially severe in people with ischemic heart disease, the most common cause of heart failure.
Debbie Wasserman Schultz wants opposition leaders installed to replace Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela
While 'not shedding any tears' for the Venezuelan leader, she blasted Donald Trump for his plan to impose U.S. control.
SC health officials report measles exposure at 3 new locations
According to the South Carolina Department of Public Health, 185 cases of the measles have now been confirmed across the Upstate.
Lake Chelan Health Hospital Welcomes First Baby of the New Year - Lake Chelan News and Information
Taylor Owyn Denney was born on New Year's Day information released, pictured are Kaitlynn and Daytin Denney with baby Taylor alongside Juliana England, OB Labor and Delivery nurse and manager While many in the community were still sleeping in after ringing in the New Year, the Labor and Delivery team at Lake Chelan Health Hospital was already
LG's 2026 Gram laptops look to dethrone the MacBook Air with this new build material
LG previewed its next-gen Gram models, combining updated hardware and vivid screens with a newly developed lightweight material.
Trump releases first picture of Nicolás Maduro in US custody
Trump shared the picture of Maduro in U.S. custody in a social media post on Jan. 3.
Trump to speak after capture of Venezuela's Maduro. How to watch
Trump is expected to give more details about an overnight operation in Venezuela.
Should you enter the transfer portal? What all athletes need to know
A small number of college athletes seek big NIL deals. Most invest time, money, and anguish in their decision. Here is our advice about transferring.
This ancient fossil could rewrite the story of human origins
Scientists may have cracked the case of whether a seven-million-year-old fossil could walk upright. A new study found strong anatomical evidence that Sahelanthropus tchadensis was bipedal, including a ligament attachment seen only in human ancestors. Despite its ape-like appearance and small brain, its leg and hip structure suggest it moved confidently on two legs. The finding places bipedalism near the very root of the human family tree.
A weak body clock may be an early warning for dementia
Your daily rhythm may matter more for brain health than previously thought. Older adults with weaker, more disrupted activity patterns were far more likely to develop dementia than those with steady routines. A later daily energy peak was also linked to higher risk. The study points to the body clock as a possible early warning sign for cognitive decline.
5 Promising Side Businesses to Start in 2026
If you're looking for a side hustle with the potential to scale into a full-time business, consider these fast-growing industries.
The hidden timing system that shapes how you think
The brain constantly blends split-second reactions with slower, more thoughtful processing, and new research shows how it pulls this off. Scientists discovered that brain regions operate on different internal clocks and rely on white matter connections to share information across these timescales. The way this timing is organized affects how efficiently the brain switches between activity patterns tied to behavior. Differences in this system may help explain why people vary in cognitive ability.
Beyond silicon: These shape-shifting molecules could be the future of AI hardware
Scientists have developed molecular devices that can switch roles, behaving as memory, logic, or learning elements within the same structure. The breakthrough comes from precise chemical design that lets electrons and ions reorganize dynamically. Unlike conventional electronics, these devices do not just imitate intelligence but physically encode it. This approach could reshape how future AI hardware is built.
SCORE Northeast Wisconsin mentor busts 6 most common business myths
Ryan Kauth, business coach and certified SCORE mentor, is busting six business myths.
US conducted strike on Venezuela, captured Maduro, Trump says
President Donald Trump confirmed the U.S. was behind the strike several hours after explosions shook Venezuela's capital city of Caracas.
4 ideas we should have forgotten in Kansas politics in 2025
With inspiration from "When Harry Met Sally," these "acquaintances" in Kansas politics in 2025 should probably be forgotten.
It's Your Business has Jason H. Seymour and Debora Howser
News about the latest hires, retirements and more in the Topeka area.
Paul W. Bryant's Adrienne Hunt leads top performers with 21 points, 12 rebounds
Another week, another round of high school sports. Here are the top performers across the Tuscaloosa area from Dec. 27 to Jan. 2.
Trump’s lies and policies make health care less affordable
Millions will lose insurance as a result of the congressional rollback, leaving people stranded between financial ruin.
A staple Newark Main Street gift shop is closing after 50 years
GrassRoots owner Marilyn Dickey plans to retire and close her gift shop and boutique after 50 years in business.
Southcoast unveils 2025 President’s Award for Excellence honorees
Portraits of the 2025 Southcoast Health President’s Award for Excellence honorees were unveiled Jan. 2.
Vermont high school sports scores, results, stats for Saturday, Jan. 3
Vermont high school sports scores and results as reported to the Burlington Free Press sports department.
I’m not sure a bakery needs a branded condom – can any business resist selling merch now?
From Trader Joe’s totes to Greggs jewellery, swag mania reveals how small businesses can promote their ‘brands’ – and how we use stuff to signal our tribe, says freelance journalist Elle Hunt
At Zohran Mamdani’s block party, I observed a simple truth: people want more politics, not less
Years of scandal and disappointment have left a void in our politics. But New York’s new mayor offers an alternative to more apathy: hope, says author Samuel Earle
Norman stylist recovering after car crashes into business
A Norman stylist is recovering after a car crashed into the salon on New Year's Eve.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Jan. 3 #467
Here's today's Connections: Sports Edition answer and hints for groups. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Connections: Sports Edition, every day.
Fossilized bones are revealing secrets from a lost world
Researchers have uncovered thousands of preserved metabolic molecules inside fossilized bones millions of years old, offering a surprising new window into prehistoric life. The findings reveal animals’ diets, diseases, and even their surrounding climate, including evidence of warmer, wetter environments. One fossil even showed signs of a parasite still known today. This approach could transform how scientists reconstruct ancient ecosystems.
Scientists tested intermittent fasting without eating less and found no metabolic benefit
Time-restricted eating has been widely promoted as a simple way to boost metabolic health, but new research paints a more complicated picture. When calorie intake stayed the same, an eight-hour eating window did not improve insulin sensitivity or cardiovascular markers. What did change was the body’s internal clock, which shifted based on meal timing and altered sleep patterns. The results suggest calorie reduction, not the eating window itself, may be the real driver of health benefits.
A hidden brain problem may be an early warning for Alzheimer’s
Researchers discovered that clogged brain “drains” show up early in people at risk of Alzheimer’s disease. These blockages, easily seen on standard MRI scans, are tied to toxic protein buildup linked to memory loss and cognitive decline. In some cases, they may signal Alzheimer’s earlier than other commonly used brain markers. This could help physicians detect the disease earlier, before irreversible damage sets in.
Two unstable atoms are rewriting neutron star explosions
Scientists have precisely measured two unstable atomic nuclei that play a crucial role in explosive X-ray bursts on neutron stars. The results reveal faster nuclear reactions than previously thought, reshaping how we understand element formation in extreme cosmic environments.
Pima County confirms measles case on New Year's Eve
Pima County officials say the county's only measles case of 2025 is in an individual who crossed the border from Mexico and was hospitalized.
Parachutist lands into crowd ahead of Armed Forces Bowl, other misses stadium
Ahead of the Armed Forces Bowl on Friday, two parachutists did not land on the field, with one of them crashing into the crowd. Here's more.
Jenkins takes oath as Westchester executive, rejects political theater
Kenneth Jenkins was elected to a full, three-year term in November, becoming Westchester's first Black county executive.
Business Owners Can Now Calculate Estimated Tax Savings in Seconds Using Gelt’s AI-Powered Calculator
Gelt, an AI-native tax firm serving high-net-worth individuals and scaling businesses, has launched the Gelt Calculators for Smarter Tax Savings hub.
Sixers' Joel Embiid gives health update after road win over Mavericks
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid gives a health update after a road win over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday.
Delaware Health Department opens warming stations throughout the state
These stations seek to provide warmth and safety to residents amid extreme cold weather conditions.
CFP predictions: Picking winners for Peach Bowl and Fiesta Bowl semifinals
The CFP semifinals are set, with Miami playing Ole Miss in the Fiesta Bowl and Oregon vs Indiana in the Peach Bowl. Here are USA TODAY's picks.
Trump explains mysterious hand bruises, bleeding in WSJ interview.
In an interview defending his health, President Trump said his heavy intake of aspirin is the cause of noticeable bruises on his hand.
Brown Deer youth sports facility project proceeds with site purchase
A Cobalt Partners affiliate bought the site on North Arbon Drive, south of West Brown Deer Road, and plans to develop a $50 million facility.