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Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Leader Who Sought the Presidency, Dies at 84
An impassioned orator, he was a moral and political force who formed a “rainbow coalition” of poor and working-class people. His mission, he said, was “to transform the mind of America.”
This doctor is training AI to do her job. And it’s a booming business
AI models are trained on massive amounts of data. But that training doesn’t do much good without what’s known as “reinforcement learning,” a process that involves human experts teaching models the differences between good and bad responses.
Why scientists played make-believe with an ape : Short Wave
Picture this: You’re at a pretend tea party, but instead of sitting across from toddlers in tiaras, you’re clinking cups with Kanzi—an ape with the incredible ability to communicate with humans. NPR science correspondent Nate Rott talked to some scientists who did exactly that. But these scientists weren’t just having pretend tea parties with Kanzi for fun, they were trying to test the limits of his imagination – because humans’ ability to play out “pretend” scenarios in our heads and guess at the potential consequences of our actions is key to how we live our lives. And we might not be the only animals to do it!For more of Nate’s reporting, plus videos of Kanzi, check out the full story on NPR here. Chris Krupenye’s study can be found here.If you liked this episode, you might also like our episode on bonobos and the evolution of niceness, and what insights monkeys offer us for the evolution of human speech. Interested in more science about our brains and their abilities? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Ukraine's small businesses struggle as Russian strikes turn off power
Nataliia Bilostotska poured her heart and soul into her three-year-old beauty salon in a commuter town just outside Kyiv. But when the temperature inside plunged to almost freezing, she realised she had to shut up shop.
Ukrainian drone pilot finds Russian arsenal, filled with horses, cars
Cosmos, a fiber-optic drone pilot, told Business Insider he was hunting for hidden Russian storages when he found the Ladas and two horses.
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?
Priya Mani, Mohit Raina to Star in Indo-U.S. Immigrant Family Drama for Red Bison, Azure Entertainment (EXCLUSIVE)
U.S.-based Red Bison Productions has partnered with Mumbai's Azure Entertainment on a cross-border feature film.
Trump pushes hard on Iran and Ukraine deals
President Donald Trump addressed his hopes for constructive talks with Iran and Ukraine while flying back to Washington aboard Air Force One.
Fairfax District businesses flooded as heavy rain swamps Melrose Avenue
Business owners dealing with significant flooding damage say they are disappointed that pre-positioned city trucks intended to act as vacuums didn't keep them dry.
Los Angeles businesses and freeways flooded after heavy rain soaks SoCal
Los Angeles businesses and freeways flooded after heavy rain soaks SoCal
Melrose businesses flooded again amid rain despite efforts from city workers
Pump trucks were not able to stop stores from getting flooded again.
Spring Training open thread: February 16
Good evening! Whether you had the day off or not, I hope it was a good one for you. Here’s a random clip:
AOC mocked for ‘absolute train wreck’ weekend on global stage: 'Made a fool out of herself'
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., is being mocked for what one critic called an “absolute train wreck" weekend full of gaffes while in Germany for the Munich Security Conference.
K&C Sports & Entertainment Law Weekly Roundup
A suit by parents accusing a Little League Baseball organization of inadequate training of coaches and unsafe conditions for players was thrown out by a Connecticut state judge, who ruled that...
Scientists discover brain switches that clear Alzheimer’s plaques
Researchers have identified two brain receptors that help the brain clear away amyloid beta, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease. By stimulating these receptors in mice, scientists increased levels of a natural amyloid-breaking enzyme, reduced buildup in the brain, and improved memory-related behavior. Because these receptors are common drug targets, the findings could open the door to affordable pill-based treatments with fewer side effects.
Business Connections receives international accreditation
The program, part of VCU’s Rehabilitation Research and Training Center, helps individuals with disabilities find and maintain employment.
Here’s how even occasional binge drinking can have big health consequences
Americans are drinking less than they have in decades. But a new study on mice shows even one bottomless brunch may shrink the small intestine’s nutrient-absorbing surface and spark inflammation that reaches the brain.
How Jesse Jackson reshaped US politics
The civil rights leader, who died at 84, became the first major Black candidate for US president in 1984 and 1988. His groundbreaking bids expanded the Democratic electorate, built the Rainbow Coalition and laid political groundwork for future candidates, including Barack Obama.
After thousands of years, scientists discover a new function of yawning
In a new study, yawning has been shown to push the brain’s clear fluid in the opposite direction of a deep breath.
Former Greater Cincinnati movie theater converted to indoor family fun center
Epic Entertainment Center opened Monday in Colerain Township, occupying the former theater space inside the mall.
TWU’s new center tackles healthcare staff shortages
TWU’s new $107M center will boost healthcare training and tackle staff shortages. Learn more about its impact.
Operation Ready Military Mobile App Launches, Delivering Science-Backed Training Built for Those Who Serve
Operation Ready, a new military readiness mobile app created by renowned exercise scientist Dr. Jim Stoppani, has officially launched, delivering a structured, science-backed training program designed specifically for military personnel and tactical athletes. Built for performance, durability and real-world readiness, the standalone app provides a complete 12-week strength and conditioning plan tailored to the physical demands of service members, with no subscription required.
Is Sustainability a Supply Chain Bottleneck?
As fashion races to meet stricter environmental targets, brands are discovering that responsible sourcing brings new operational constraints — reshaping timelines, costs and supplier relationships across the global supply chain.
Kevin O'Leary Warns '80% Of Businesses Fail In The First 36 Months' As High Customer Acquisition Costs Drain Startups
Investor Kevin O'Leary highlighted that excessive spending to acquire customers is the leading cause of early-stage startup failures and a critical factor for growth potential. High Customer Acquisition Costs Top Reason Startups Fail On Tuesday, O'Leary posted on X, sharing a clip from one of his recent talks, emphasizing the role of customer acquisition costs, or CAC, in startup survival. "Why do 80% of businesses fail in the first 36 months? Customer acquisition cost," O'Leary wrote. He added,
Economists and environmental scientists see the world differently – here’s why that matters
Distinct disciplines are trained to notice different things.
One in three people carry this brain parasite but the body has a kill switch
A parasite that may already be hiding in your brain has a shocking survival trick: it can infect the very immune cells sent to destroy it. Yet most people never get sick, and new research from UVA Health reveals why. Scientists discovered that when Toxoplasma gondii invades CD8+ T cells — key defenders of the immune system — those cells can trigger a self-destruct mechanism powered by an enzyme called caspase-8. By sacrificing themselves, the infected cells also wipe out the parasite inside them.
Metal Gear's Solid Snake joins the roster of Rainbow Six Siege, finally making a crossover with Splinter Cell's Sam Fisher real
Rainbow Six Siege is getting a new season that focuses on Metal Gear Solid's Solid Snake, and a team-up with Splinter Cell's Sam Fisher is on its way.
IOC moves closer to reinstating Russia by LA28, but backlash may put its return on ice
The support for Ukrainian athletes at the Milan-Cortina Games suggests there may be challenges with reinstating Russia and Belarus for the LA28 Olympics.
Check out the Reds roster projection as spring training starts
Here's the first roster projection for the Cincinnati Reds as spring training starts.
‘Adolescence’ and ‘Train Dreams’ are big winners at Independent Spirit Awards
The show, which serves as a fundraiser for Film Independent’s year-round programs, was held at the Hollywood Palladium for the first time since 1994.
Porchfest fills Conway with music on rainy Sunday afternoon
Conway Downtown Alive put on Porchfest 2026, a mix of bands playing on local porches throughout the Horry County community.
Brown toying with idea of UFC, boxing after NBA
Celtics star Jaylen Brown, who has training in Muay Thai, says he's "toyed" with the idea of competing in combat sports once his NBA career is finished.
3 reasons most people stick with Windows, even though Linux is free
Microsoft built a fortress around its user base. From schools to enterprises, Windows is so deeply woven into daily life that change seem unthinkable.
Solid Snake Joins Rainbow Six Siege in Operation Silent Hunt
New Metal Gear Solid crossover season launches March 3; Operator gadget and loadout details inside.
Bryce Harper still mystified by Dave Dombrowski's 'elite' comments as Phillies open 2026 spring training
Harper said comments from the Phillies exec in October are 'kind of wild to me, still'
Macron urges calm after activist's death sparks political clash
French President Emmanuel Macron urged calm and restraint at the weekend after an activist died from injuries sustained during a beating, an incident that has become a political flashpoint.
Scientists Have Made Light Speed Visible. The Images Will Break Your Brain.
The method involves stitching together many thin “slices” of light reflecting off an object.
Why some kids struggle with math even when they try hard
A new Stanford study suggests math struggles may be about more than numbers. Children who had difficulty with math were less likely to adjust their thinking after making mistakes during number comparison tasks. Brain imaging showed weaker activity in regions that help monitor errors and guide behavioral changes. These brain patterns could predict which children were more likely to struggle.
What's that being built along I-55 in Ridgeland? It could help business
Holmes Community College's $20 million Allied Health Facility in Ridgeland will expand health care training and offer a new community event space.
Braves News: Roster predictions, Spring Training, more
Atlanta Braves news and notes from Saturday
Scientists found a way to plant ideas in dreams to boost creativity
Sleeping on a problem might be more powerful than we ever imagined. Neuroscientists at Northwestern University have shown that dreams can actually be nudged in specific directions — and those dream tweaks may boost creativity. By playing subtle sound cues during REM sleep, researchers prompted people to dream about unsolved brain teasers they had struggled with earlier. An astonishing 75% of participants dreamed about the cued puzzles, and those puzzles were solved far more often the next day.
Psychedelics may work by shutting down reality and unlocking memory
Psychedelics can quiet the brain’s visual input system, pushing it to replace missing details with vivid fragments from memory. Scientists found that slow, rhythmic brain waves help shift perception away from the outside world and toward internal recall — almost like dreaming while awake. By imaging glowing brain cells in mice, researchers watched this process unfold in real time.
Certain bitter foods may trigger a brain response similar to working out, study finds
New sensory nutrition research reveals how bitter foods like dark chocolate may sharpen memory and attention through taste-triggered brain activation.
Science news this week: China turns a desert into a carbon sink, a Viking Age grave holds a giant who had brain surgery, real-life inception, and a last-minute Valentine's gift idea from nature
Feb. 14 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
Russia's air defenses learned in Ukraine, now a bigger threat to NATO
Russia still has many air defenses, and experience it gained against Ukraine actually makes them a bigger threat to NATO aircraft than before 2022.
‘It’s about politics’: Ukrainian fans react to Heraskevych disqualification
CORTINA — The cold wind whipping around in Cortina was not what would keep Vladyslav Heraskevych from competing in skeleton Thursday.
Olympic Figure Skating Is a Young Woman’s Sport. Deanna Stellato-Dudek Wants to Change That.
Deanna Stellato-Dudek, a Canadian pairs skater, is trying to make history at the Olympics — despite a training accident a week before the Games.
Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad, 2026 La Liga: Predicted lineups
Real Madrid host Real Sociedad in what’s expected to be Dani Carvajal’s return to the starting lineup. Valverde could get some rest ahead of the crucial match against Benfica and while he missed a training session this week to get treatment on his knee, Mbappé is set to start. Real Madrid predicted XI: Courtois; Carvajal, […]
Dodgers’ Emmet Sheehan Reveals Early-Season Focus for 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Emmet Sheehan spoke about his goals for the 2026 season at spring training Friday.
Founder of Sacramento dog training service that uses rattlesnakes fights to keep business going
Jake Molieri uses his albino rattlesnake called Mr. Cheese for training.
Dodgers Notebook: Ohtani's pursuit and Vesia's return define first day at camp
The Sporting Tribune's Fredo Cervantes is at Camelback Ranch for the start of Dodgers spring training and Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound.
Over hot plates and politics, diners divided on Trump's Fort Bragg visit
At the Rainbow Restaurant in Fayetteville, diners served up differing opinions on President Trump's Fort Bragg visit.
Trump tells soldiers to vote GOP in campaign-style rally at Fort Bragg
Army policy prohibits partisan displays, and most service members refrained from cheering.
GoFundMe for James Van Der Beek's family tops $2.3 million to help with 'financial strain' following star's death
The donations include $25,000 from Steven Spielberg and his wife, Kate Capshaw, and a recurring monthly payment of $2,500 from actress Zoe Saldaña.
Alabama college pauses cuts to sports programs amid budget strain
Prior to the athletics report, the board voted to remove nine low-performing minors and seven concentrations.
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.
TWU Health Sciences Center ‘state of the art’, in U.S. not just D-FW. Take a look inside
More than two years after breaking ground on its $107 million Health Sciences Center, TWU opens the Denton facility where students across disciplines train...
RIP to the 49ers team report cards
It was fun while it lasted, but we will no longer find out about where the 49ers training staff ranks
'Ultra-accessible' entertainment district breaks ground in Olathe
Halo Ridge, a Hunt-backed accessible tourism district, is just a few miles from the Chiefs’ future headquarters and training facility.
Ukrainian skeleton slider Vladyslav Heraskevych has appeal dismissed over Olympics disqualification
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has dismissed Ukrainian skeleton slider Vladyslav Heraskevych’s appeal to be reinstated into the Olympic Games after he was disqualified from competition for breaking International Olympic Committee (IOC) rules over athlete expression.
Ukrainian racer loses DQ appeal over helmet
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych's appeal of his disqualification from the Milan Cortina Olympics has been denied by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Ukrainian athlete Heraskevych's appeal for reinstatement dismissed by sports court
The Court of Arbitration for Sport on Friday dismissed an appeal by Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych to be reinstated in the Milano Cortina Olympics after he was disqualified over his “helmet of remembrance".
How Essentia Health-St. Joseph’s Medical Center is saving more lives in the Brainerd Lakes Area
Timely cardiology care is something 55-year-old Brainerd resident Michele Albright is especially thankful for.
Sun Life helping Canada and Canadian businesses diversify trade, CEO says
CEO Kevin Strain highlighted Hong Kong and Indonesia as 'standout markets' in the company’s Asia unit
Palmetto Sports & Entertainment to broadcast Atlanta Braves spring training games
Gray Media has once again partnered with the Atlanta Braves to expand the broadcasting of spring training games.
How to watch the Atlanta Braves Spring Training on Palmetto Sports & Entertainment
Gray Media is partnering with the Atlanta Braves to air 15 Spring Training games on Palmetto Sports & Entertainment.
Palmetto Sports & Entertainment to broadcast Atlanta Braves spring training games
Gray Media has once again partnered with the Atlanta Braves to expand the broadcasting of spring training games.
Best seat to choose on train, from frequent Amtrak rider
As someone who travels with Amtrak often, I think the café car is the best seat to choose on a train because it's spacious and comfortable.
Accidental discovery hints at mystery structures within our brain
Scientists may have stumbled across a network of vessels in the brain that helps clear out waste fluid – a discovery that could "represent a paradigm shift in our understanding of all neurodegenerative diseases"
Trump admin rips Mamdani, local Dems as activists override gov't move at NYC monument: 'Focused on theatrics'
Trump administration removes Pride flag from historic Stonewall monument, sparking outrage from NYC officials who defiantly re-raised the rainbow flag.
Ukrainian: 'Train has left' as helmet appeal heard
The Court of Arbitration for Sport heard the appeal of Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych surrounding his disqualification from the Milan Cortina Games, though the slider knows he won't be competing even if he wins his case.
Scientists used brain stimulation to make people more generous
A new study suggests that generosity may be more than a moral lesson—it could be shaped by how different parts of the brain work together. By gently stimulating two brain regions and syncing their activity, researchers found that people became more willing to share money with others, even when it meant earning less themselves.
Advancing AI for science: extracting and fusing cross-disciplinary expert knowledge with data to accelerate alloy discovery
High-entropy alloys are promising advanced materials for demanding applications, but discovering useful compositions is difficult and expensive due to the vast number of possible element combinations. Now, researchers have developed a novel AI-driven framework that integrates experimental data, computational modeling, and cross-disciplinary expert knowledge extracted from scientific literature. By combining these sources in a way that accounts for uncertainty, their approach can make reliable predictions even for poorly studied alloy compositions, outperforming conventional data-driven machine learning methods that rely on training data alone.
Opinion: For a meaningful retirement, stay engaged by substitute teaching
Retirement sounds perfect — no meetings, no deadlines, no office politics. I first tried it at 65. That was a decade ago. I failed — repeatedly.Short-term projects were too interesting to pass up. And while my breaks between assignments were relaxing, I wasn’t ready to disengage entirely. I enjoyed the freedom retirement offered, yet I still craved structure, purpose, and a sense of contribution.Now I’ve found an option that comes surprisingly close to the best of both worlds: substitute teaching.
WATCH: Ukraine's skeleton star slams Olympic ban over helmet
Speaking to DW in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Ukraine's Vladyslav Heraskevych had strong words for the IOC after he wasn't allowed to compete in the men's skeleton competition. Heraskevych wanted to wear a helmet depicting athletes killed in Russia's war in Ukraine.
As Market District businesses suffer, city speeding up construction
A year-long road closure for park construction in Tallahassee's Market District is causing significant financial strain for local businesses, leading to layoffs and reduced hours.
A bipartisan effort to save health subsidies failed. Will ICE reform be different?
A bipartisan effort in Congress to restrain immigration enforcement tactics is flailing despite a Friday deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security. The pattern is increasingly familiar.
A bipartisan effort to save health subsidies failed. Will ICE reform be different?
A bipartisan effort in Congress to restrain immigration enforcement tactics is flailing despite a Friday deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security. The pattern is increasingly familiar.
Winter Olympics Day 7: ‘Quad God’ goes for gold in men’s free skate, Ukrainian appeals Games DQ
JJ Redick gives update on Luka Doncic
Lakers coach JJ Redick gave an update on when he thinks Luka Doncic will return from a hamstring strain.
GoFundMe for James Van Der Beek's family tops $2 million to help with 'financial strain' following star's death
The former teen heartthrob had been living with Stage 3 colorectal cancer since 2023.
Brain stimulating test makes people 'less selfish'
Scientists have discovered how to make people less selfish - slightly and temporarily - by stimulating two areas of the brain.
Spring Training open thread: February 12
Good evening, y’all! Here’s a random clip and now the floor is yours:
From the sports desk: Chloe Kim takes silver, falls short of history
The American snowboarding star lost to a 17-year-old, who considers Kim her idol. Also, the IOC banned a Ukrainian athlete for their choice of headgear.
Science policy education should start on campus, say researchers
Although modern science has only been around for a few centuries, we've become quite adept at training students in the scientific method. But learning how to translate research insights into practical ...
NYC Health + Hospitals Study Shows EMR-Based Tools and Provider Training Expanded Access to HIV Prevention Medication - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals announced today the results of a study conducted by its Population Health team that highlights how leveraging electronic medical
Texans planning state-of-the-art team training facility, sports and entertainment complex in Bridgeland
Texans planning Toro District, an 83-acre project sports and entertainment complex in Bridgeland to open in 2029
Norland Nanny training: the confidence boost she never knew she needed
Roxanne Ardekani has studied in the US, Austria, and the UK. Her educational experience at Norland is unlike anything she's experienced elsewhere.
Politics Seep Into Olympics After Ukrainian Banned Over a Helmet
Lying face-down on a flat sled, ready to lunge head-first down an ice track, skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych wore a helmet during his training sessions for the Winter Olympics featuring images of fellow Ukrainians who had died during Russia’s invasion of his country.
Disqualification of Ukraine’s Heraskevych includes dismissal of his sport by Olympic leaders
IOC comments that they wanted Heraskevych to hold back for "one minute" run was reductive of his sport, our columnist Steve Buckley writes.
AbbVie sues U.S. health agency over Botox price controls
Botox is known for smoothing facial wrinkles, but can also be used to treat eye- and neck-movement disorders, neck spasms, incontinence and migraines.
Scientists Discover a Brain Circuit That Enhances Physical Endurance In Mice
It's needed to build strength.
Ukrainian drones hit nearly 1,100 miles deep in Russia: security source
A security source told Business Insider that the drones struck a refinery in Russia's Komi Republic on Thursday.
Monster Hunter Stories 3 Preview: Me and My Pet Rathalos
I spent half a dozen hours with Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection by that point, and got a feel for what it was shaping up to be: a gorgeous RPG that combines the traditional elements of Monster Hunter with a turn-based RPG and a surprisingly compelling cast and narrative that invited me to befriend and train monsters, not just hunt them.
GoFundMe for James Van Der Beek's family tops $1 million to help with 'financial strain' following star's death
The former teen heartthrob had been living with Stage 3 colorectal cancer since 2023.
These Proteins Harm Your Brain. Scientists Say They Might Also Help Form Your Memories.
Amyloid proteins are typically considered bad guys, but researchers been investigating whether a version may be key to forming long-term memories.
Scientists discover protein that rejuvenates aging brain cells
A newly identified protein may hold the key to rejuvenating aging brain cells. Researchers found that boosting DMTF1 can restore the ability of neural stem cells to regenerate, even when age-related damage has set in. Without it, these cells struggle to renew and support memory and learning. The findings raise hopes for treatments that could slow or even reverse aspects of brain aging.