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Retail sales and public finances data to show state of British economy
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
‘Very dangerous’: a Mind mental health expert on Google’s AI Overviews
Information content manager Rosie Weatherley says harmful inaccuracies are presented as uncontroversial facts
Mind launches inquiry into AI and mental health after Guardian investigation
Exclusive: England and Wales charity to examine safeguards after Guardian exposed ‘very dangerous’ advice on Google AI Overviews
Jesse Jackson’s political legacy in the Trump era
Jenna Amatulli speaks to George Chidi about how US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson transformed the Democratic party and empowered minority communities at the ballot box, and what Jackson might have thought about the party today as it takes on Donald Trump
Marshall scores 23, Morehead State downs Eastern Illinois 73-70
CHARLESTON, Ill. (AP) George Marshall scored 23 points as Morehead State beat Eastern Illinois 73-70 on Thursday.
Albanese on ex-prince Andrew, Hanson and Islamic state families
The prime minister tells political editor Tom McIlroy the ex-prince has had an extraordinary fall from grace. He also hits back at Pauline Hanson’s comments about Muslim Australians and discusses what could happen to the Islamic State families trying to return to Australia
Delco Council ends Crozer Health disaster declaration
Delaware County Council has ensured that “ambulance coverage is intact and operational” following the collapse of Crozer Health.
Top MAGA Bro Hints at Trump's Decaying Health
The conservative podcaster and former Navy SEAL cast doubt on the president’s mental aptitude.
ECU Health announces new Academic Loan Scholarship Program to strengthen eastern North Carolina’s health care workforce
Investment helps build homegrown pipeline of skilled health care professionals
Simulations shed light on how snowman-shaped body in Kuiper belt may have formed
Research adds weight to theory Arrokoth’s two lobes produced by gravitational collapse – and reveals process
NEOMED launches new mental health assistant program
Northeast Ohio Medical University created a master's degree program to train certified mental health assistants who can prescribe medications under physician supervision in 75 Ohio counties facing shortages.
State Infrastructure Can Strengthen Suicide Prevention in Health Systems
State governments that establish suicide prevention infrastructure foster the advancement of sustainable, evidence-based practices within their states’ hospitals and health systems. Recent examples of effective infrastructure include the authorization of comprehensive prevention policies and programs, dedicated funding streams, coordinated leadership, and robust data systems with suicide statistics.
Scientists discover the body’s hidden “off switch” for inflammation
A new human study has uncovered how the body naturally turns off inflammation. Researchers found that fat-derived molecules called epoxy-oxylipins rein in immune cells that can otherwise drive chronic disease. Using a drug to boost these molecules reduced pain faster and lowered harmful inflammatory cells. The discovery could pave the way for safer treatments for arthritis, heart disease, and other inflammation-related conditions.
‘We’re no longer attracting top talent’: the brain drain killing American science
As Trump slashes science funding, young researchers flee abroad. Without solid innovation, the US could cease to have the largest biomedical ecosystem in the world
Italian state broadcaster's sports boss quits after Olympic commentary backlash
Paolo Petrecca has resigned as head of the sports division of Italian state broadcaster RAI, the company said on Thursday, two weeks after his error-ridden commentary at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony triggered a revolt among its journalists.
I went back to my alma mater and saw how women’s sports have changed
There’s a basketball renaissance emerging at Columbia, and Megan Griffith’s women are leading it
World leaders gather in Washington for Donald Trump’s first Board of Peace meeting
Representatives from more than 45 countries expected to attend initiative aimed at bringing an end to the war in Gaza
Starmer appoints Antonia Romeo as Britain’s first female cabinet secretary
The appointment follows allegations she was previously spoken to about her management style
Barbara Kingsolver returns with 'Partita,' her first novel since 'Demon Copperhead'
Barbara Kingsolver has completed a new novel that brings classical music into her familiar rural world. HarperCollins announced on Thursday that “Partita” comes out Oct. 6. The story follows a
British Gas owner’s profits tumble 39% ; gen Z turning to trades for AI-proof work
Centrica has paused its share buyback after profits plunged, while new data shows Gen Z looking for AI-proof jobs in traditional trades
Psychedelics for depression, dart frog poison and why do we have chins?
Madeleine Finlay sits down with science editor Ian Sample and science correspondent Nicola Davis to discuss three eye-catching stories, including the impact of a powerful psychedelic on depression, answers on the death of the Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, and an explanation to the mystery of why humans have chins
Eastern Kentucky defeats West Georgia 81-80 in OT
RICHMOND, Ky. (AP) MJ Williams made two foul shots with five seconds left and Eastern Kentucky beat West Georgia 81-80 in overtime on Wednesday night.
Microsoft boffins cook up archival storage using Pyrex glass they say can last over 10,000 years
: It may have half the capacity of fused silica glass, but is faster and much cheaper
New sodium ion battery stores twice the energy and desalinates seawater
A surprising breakthrough could help sodium-ion batteries rival lithium—and even turn seawater into drinking water. Scientists discovered that keeping water inside a key battery material, instead of removing it as traditionally done, dramatically boosts performance. The “wet” version stores nearly twice as much charge, charges faster, and remains stable for hundreds of cycles, placing it among the top-performing sodium battery materials ever reported.
Microsoft Unveils Glass Storage System Lasting 10,000 Years
Project Silica uses femtosecond lasers to encode data into borosilicate glass, storing 4.8 terabytes--roughly two million books--on a single coaster-sized plate.
Mark Zuckerberg testifies in landmark social media trial over teen mental health
Lawyers for the plaintiffs argue that Meta intentionally designed its social media platforms to be addictive
'Absolute surprise': Homo erectus skulls found in China are almost 1.8 million years old — the oldest evidence of the ancient human relatives in East Asia
A new date for Homo erectus skulls found in central China provides new insight into how and when ancient human relatives reached eastern Asia.
Olympic athletes are pretty fast, but are they faster than a cheetah?
Athletes can reach speeds of up to 96 miles per hour, according to our analysis, which is faster than a cheetah.
Frank Burnet obituary
Other lives: Science communicator determined to make complex ideas intelligible, engaging and fun
Stone, parchment or laser-etched glass? Scientists find new way to preserve data
Hard disks and magnetic tape have a limited lifespan, but storage developed by Microsoft could last for millennia
WHO validates elimination of trachoma as a public health problem in Libya
WHO today announced that Libya has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, a landmark victory for public health in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean Region. This hard-won achievement protects future generations from preventable blindness and provides a powerful reminder that countries can overcome neglected tropical diseases despite persisting challenges.
CBS accused of ‘corporate capitulation’ amid row over Colbert interview with Democrat
Stephen Colbert said the network told him not to air an interview with a Texas Democrat running for Senate
Ukraine sports minister slams Russia’s Winter Paralympics entry as ‘deeply outrageous’
Six Russians and four Belarusians will feature next month at Milano Cortina with all athletes competing under their nation’s flags
Starmer urged to stick to manifesto following reports lifting of youth minimum wage may be delayed
GMB union tells Labour delaying or halting equalisation to adult rates would be unacceptable
UK inflation expected to fall to near one-year low
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, including the UK inflation report for January
The premium for my private health insurance is going up. How do I figure out if it’s worth it?
Auditing your health insurance has to be an annual task if you want to be efficient with your finances, writes Australian policy expert Kat George. While your needs might change, the strategy you use to assess them doesn’t have to
Trump officials sued over effort to ‘erase history and science’ in national parks
National Park Service also sued for removing rainbow Pride flag from Stonewall national monument in New York
Tennessee emphasizing defense against upset-minded Oklahoma
Tennessee forward J.P Estrella knows the path for the team's success for the remainder of the Southeastern Conference regular season and beyond -- defense.
We’re launching the Google.org Impact Challenge: AI for Science.
AI isn’t just helping people solve problems faster, it’s unlocking new possibilities for discovery and scalability. To support organizations at the forefront of scientif…
Vying for tourney berth, Texas A&M faces slumping Ole Miss
Both Texas A&M and Ole Miss look to regain their winning touch and make a late push for inclusion in the NCAA Tournament when the struggling teams square off on Wednesday in a Southeastern Conference dustup in College Station, Texas.
NANO Nuclear Reports Q1 FY 2026 Financial Results and Provides Business Update
Management to hold webcast today at 5:00 pm EasternNew York, N.Y., Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) (“NA...
Cultivate Lancaster names director, plans mentorship program for small businesses
Cultivate Lancaster, a Lancaster-based nonprofit that’s relaunching with new services for small businesses, has hired Catherine Bonser as its first director.
NANO Nuclear Reports Q1 FY 2026 Financial Results and Provides Business Update
Management to hold webcast today at 5:00 pm Eastern
2026 NCAA Tournament Projections: Iowa State Surges, Michigan State Falls
FOX Sports' bracket forecaster Mike DeCourcy offers up his latest men's NCAA Tournament projections.
Race for AI is making Hindenburg-style disaster ‘a real risk’, says leading expert
Prof Michael Wooldridge says scenario such as deadly self-driving car update or AI hack could destroy global interest
Nigel Farage assumes Anne Robinson role in political remake of The Weakest Link
Reform UK leader snaps at reporters as he tries to maintain control over announcement of shadow cabinet
‘One of America’s greatest patriots’: US political leaders pay tribute to Jesse Jackson
Kamala Harris, Al Sharpton, Donald Trump and more react to the death of the civil rights leader at the age of 84
Rising employer-sponsored health insurance rates
Premiums for employer-sponsored insurance are rising faster than inflation, while deductibles are increasing even more rapidly. Because employer-sponsored insurance remains the primary source of health coverage in the U.S., these trends raise serious concerns about affordability and the growing financial strain on both workers and employers.
Hillary Clinton accuses Trump administration of Epstein files cover-up
‘Get the files out’, says former secretary of state, adding that she and Bill Clinton have ‘nothing to hide’
Trump has pulled the US out of the World Health Organization – here’s why that’s sheer hypocrisy
There’s a lesson here for the UK and the anti-WHO Nigel Farage – Trump attacks it in public, but in private he knows he still needs it, says Devi Sridhar, chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh
UK unemployment rate rises to 5.2%, the highest level in nearly five years
Figure from ONS will be closely watched by Bank of England as it makes interest rates decision
UK unemployment rate hits five-year high of 5.2% as wage growth slows
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
Missouri eager to bolster NCAA resume vs. No. 19 Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt won five of its past six Southeastern Conference games despite playing short-handed.
Labour take note: the politics of home cannot be ceded to the nativist right
Reform’s version of patriotism is opportunistic and bogus, but it is swaying voters. Labour must look to its roots to find a reply, says Guardian associate editor Julian Coman
Should we really all be taking magnesium supplements?
Testimonials about the beneficial health effects of magnesium supplements abound online, with influencers claiming that a daily pill can help with everything from anxiety to sleep and brain fog. But do any of these claims stack up?
Basketball roundup: Bath, Eastern girls earn wins
The highlights from Monday, Feb. 16 games featuring Greater Lansing boys and girls teams.
Scientists Make a Game-Changing Find in the Bennu Asteroid
According to the researchers from the University of Pennsylvania, some of the amino acids found in the asteroid Bennu likely formed in a different way than was previously thought, effectively challenging what we thought we knew about the origins of life.
When it comes to immigration, the Liberal party is putting politics ahead of social cohesion
You would think politicians promoting ‘Australian values’ would try to exhibit some themselves, including a ‘fair go’ for all
Top UA astronomy professor was also a women's sports pioneer
Marcia Rieke is recieving an honor from the Big 12 athletic conference Wednesday.
Penn State Health becomes sole owner of Lancaster County outpatient surgery center
Penn State Health has become the sole owner of a Lancaster County outpatient surgical center practice that completed more than 4,200 procedures last year.
Generative AI Revolutionizes the Life Sciences Industry Accelerating Drug Discovery, Cutting Costs, and Enhancing Innovation
According to data published by Precedence Research, Generative AI is transforming the life science sector, driving innovation in drug discovery, clinical trials, and manufacturing, while reducing costs and improving efficiency. With investments in AI, companies are reshaping R&D and achieving faster, smarter, and more personalized healthcare solutions.Ottawa, Feb. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Generative AI moves beyond pilot projects to become a foundational tool in the life sciences, it acce
Seton Hall to host Vatican-inspired Sport at the Service of Humanity Conference
SOUTH ORANGE, N.J. -- Seton Hall University will proudly host the next Sport at the Service of Humanity (SSH) Conference in South Orange, N.J., from November 4-6, 2026. The conference, developed in consultation with the Vatican Dicastery for Culture and Education (formerly the Pontifical Council for Culture), is designed to advance the meaningful work of the Sport at the Service of Humanity initiative that focuses on three pillars: Inspiration, Inclusion and Involvement. The theme of Seton Hall’s conference will be “Communication, Collaboration, Community: Sport at the Service of Humanity.”
Producer of hit Israeli TV series 'Tehran' dies suddenly in Greece
Israeli producer Dana Eden, best known for co-creating the Emmy-winning drama “Tehran,” has died suddenly in Greece. Israeli broadcaster KAN reported Eden's death on Monday. It said Eden was in
Trump’s Obama and Bad Bunny posts crystallize his political philosophy
Maga is a recapitulation of the dark side of American history that cohered into nativist nationalism a century ago
These cuts to physics research will be a disaster for UK scientists – and for our standing in the world
If plans by the UK’s science funding body go ahead, we won’t be able to benefit from Britain’s membership of Cern and other large international projects, says Jon Butterworth, professor of physics at University College London
Ban on social media for under-16s is not inevitable, signals technology secretary
Liz Kendall says several organisations have concerns about ban on social media for under-16s before conclusion of government consultation
BrewDog sale plan leaves some ‘equity punk’ investors steaming
About 220,000 people could be left empty-handed if a deal prioritises the company’s private equity backer
Japan avoids recession with weak return to growth
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Japan misses growth forecasts for the final three months of 2025
Google puts users at risk by downplaying health disclaimers under AI Overviews
Exclusive: Google fails to include safety warnings when users are first presented with AI-generated medical advice
Blue Labour, ‘Manchesterism’ and Lords reform: your questions answered
Pippa and Kiran take your questions
NJ’s new health commissioner praised as ‘great leader for the time’
Raynard Washington has Ph.D. in epidemiology and master’s degree in public health
‘It’s the most urgent public health issue’: Dr Rangan Chatterjee on screen time, mental health – and banning social media until 18
The hit podcaster, author and former GP says a failure to regulate big tech is ‘failing a generation of children’. He explains why he quit the NHS and why he wants a ban on screen-based homework
First Black UNC student to receive master's and doctoral marine sciences degrees continues making waves
To counteract the lack of representation Aliyah Griffith saw in the field, she founded MahoganyMermaids, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting and promoting children of color in the aquatic sciences.
'The Simpsons' showrunner breaks down 'The Pitt' stars, Kevin Bacon, and other cameos in historic 800th episode
'The Simpsons' showrunner Matt Selman takes EW on a deep dive into the show's historic 800th episode, breaking down all those Easter eggs and explaining the cameos from 'The Pitt' stars, Kevin Bacon, and Quinta Brunson.
Intermittent fasting no better than typical weight loss diets, study finds
Researchers say limited eating approaches such as 5:2 diet not a ‘miracle solution’ amid surge in their popularity
Independent Spirit Awards celebrate indie movies and TV in Los Angeles
The Film Independent Spirit Awards shine a spotlight on indie movies and TV as stars like Ethan Hawke, Rose Byrne, and Keke Palmer compete for prizes. On Sunday, comedian Ego
‘Right about everything’: Liz Truss tweets photo of her and Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Unclear how meeting between Britain’s shortest serving PM and US president was initiated and how long it lasted
Oregon business bankruptcies hit a 12-year high
Bankruptcies rose almost four times faster here than they did nationwide.
Even amid rising economic uncertainty, now is not the time to hug your job
In a rapidly changing job market, it’s not necessarily good for workers to cling to their current employment
Berlin film festival defends jury over politics and film row
Berlinale head says artists should not be pushed into soundbites after Arundhati Roy quit over president Wim Wenders’ apolitical comments
‘We almost lost you in the night’ - the life-threatening rise of measles in the UK
It is one of the most infectious diseases around, and can cause blindness and hearing loss – and can also be fatal. Why are cases now soaring and what can be done about it?
California’s billionaires pour cash into elections as big tech seeks new allies
As Gavin Newsom departs, ultra-wealthy flex wealth and influence to fight regulation and keep the boom going
Yvette Cooper says Reform and Greens are ‘soft on Russia and weak on Nato’
Criticism comes as Zack Polanski says he would commit to Nato’s Article 5 but is open to leaving the military alliance
Cooper to face questions after UK said Russia killed Navalny with frog toxin
Foreign secretary to be interviewed on the morning shows after UK and other countries accused Kremlin over Putin critic’s death
BrewDog could be broken up as craft beer business put up for sale
Brewer last month said it was closing its distilling brands, prompting concerns for jobs at its Scottish facility
Art & Coffee Crawl attendees tour galleries in Lancaster city [photos]
People looking to add flavor — and possibly a jolt of energy — to a day’s art intake had just such an opportunity Saturday in downtown Lancaster with the Valentine’s
HBO series navigates personal transformation, self-love [Unscripted column]
Many of us have given up hope of cracking the top 1%. Apart from a lottery win, billion-dollar wealth will remain forever out of reach for the mass of humanity,
Google sets accelerated Android 17 release schedule
Besides replacing Developer Previews, the Android 17 Beta cycle is operating on a faster release schedule.
Senior Reform UK figures attend launch of How to Launder Money book
Co-author George Cottrell is close aide to party leader Nigel Farage and served several months in US prison
Disaster strikes Ilia Malinin in most shocking moment of Winter Olympics so far
U.S. figure skater Ilia Malinin was supposed to win gold by a wide margin before a disastrous free skate moved him out of medal contention in a Winter Olympics shocker.
'Little Women,' 'Hamlet,' horror-comedy musical in Orpheus Theatre's 2026 season
Orpheus Theatre Company promises to change things up with the shows it has planned for its 2026 season.
From Wuthering Heights to Mario Tennis Fever: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Emerald Fennell’s film brings the raunch to Brontë’s romance, while Nintendo’s beloved plumber stars in a colourful, family-friendly sports game
Konami Confirms Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Won't Have MGS4's Metal Gear Online, But Peace Walker Multiplayer Will Return
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 will not include the version of Metal Gear Online featured with the original release of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots.
Healthcare group urges RFK Jr to resign after remarks on cocaine and toilet seats
President of Protect Our Care issues one-word statement to US health and human services secretary: ‘Resign’
A Climate Supercomputer Is Getting New Bosses. It’s Not Clear Who.
The National Science Foundation said management of the machine, used by researchers for forecasts, disaster warnings and pure science, would be transferred to a “third-party operator.”
The Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Finally Runs At 60FPS On Switch 2
The final update includes one last batch of visual upgrades
BrainTap Sports Officially Launches, Helping Athletes Train Smarter, Compete Stronger, and Recover Faster
BrainTap officially launched BrainTap Sports with a live press conference on Friday, February 6, introducing a bold new neuroscience-driven performance initiative designed to give athletes a measurable mental edge in focus, recovery, and competitive readiness.
Scientists Think Asteroids May Have Provided the Ingredients for Life on Earth
A new study analyzes three asteroid and two meteorite samples to see if space rocks smacking into Earth could’ve helped kickstart life.