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The EPA is changing how it considers the costs and benefits of air pollution rules
The EPA won't consider the economic costs of harms to human health, at least for now. Legal and health experts are concerned that the change could make it easier for the agency to roll back rules.
Tamika Catchings becomes Pacers Sports & Entertainment ambassador
Pacers Sports & Entertainment has hired former WNBA star and current ESPN broadcaster Tamika Catchings as an official ambassador, where she will accentuate business initiatives and be a public presence for the Fever, Pacers and G League Noblesville Boom.
macOS 26 windows are hard to resize because they aren't really rounded
One of the things I noticed after upgrading to macOS 26 was that I would sometimes fail when trying to...
Ubisoft Layoffs Impact Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft Stockholm Employees
Ubisoft confirms restructuring at Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft Stockholm. 55 roles may be affected by the changes.
Business listings: See the new businesses filed - two older businesses close
See a list of filings in Onondaga, Madison and Cayuga counties.
Can states ban transgender athletes from school sports? Supreme Court takes up cases
The Supreme Court is set to hear two significant cases regarding state laws that limit transgender athletes' participation in organized sports.
University of Minnesota's 5-year plan includes 'exciting' health care efforts for Duluth
Community service through health care and education is one of the main "imperatives" of the U's new strategic plan.
US Supreme Court hears challenge to transgender sports bans
The U.S. Supreme Court will consider on Tuesday the legality of laws banning transgender athletes from participating on female sports teams amid escalating efforts by dozens of states and Republican President Donald Trump's administration to restrict the rights of transgender people.
Pentagon to invest $1 billion in L3Harris rocket motor business
The U.S. government will invest $1 billion in L3Harris Technologies' rocket motor business, guaranteeing a steady supply of the much-needed motors used in a wide range of missiles such as Tomahawks and Patriot interceptors.
Maya Sands Named College Sports Communicators All-American - University of Missouri Athletics
Mizzou volleyball student-athlete Maya Sands (Rock Falls, Ill.) was selected to the 2025 College Sports Communicators Academic All-American second team, the ...
Miss Manners: My friend’s blaring TV ruined our visit with politics
What is this, my parents' house?
Husky Heritage Sports Museum Open January 19th - University of Connecticut Athletics
The J. Robert Donnelly Husky Heritage Sports Museum , located in the UConn Alumni Center on the UConn Storrs campus, will be open to the public for self-guid...
A $2,500 full body scan said he was healthy. Then he had a catastrophic stroke.
Prenuvo promotes full body MRI scans to detect hazardous conditions early. But medical associations say they may cause unnecessary alarm or a false sense of security.
RFK Jr.’s MAHA Movement Has Picked Up Steam in Statehouses. Here’s What To Expect in 2026.
“Make America Healthy Again” policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets. The trend is expected to continue this year.
2026 high school musicals: Tell us about your spring show in Lancaster County
High school musical season is on the way, with rehearsals gearing up and Lancaster County schools preparing for production. Casts, crew, set design, costume construction, promotions are all getting ready
A conservative Supreme Court tackles the question of trans women in school sports
The first case involves an Idaho student barred by state law from trying out for the track team; the second was brought by a West Virginia middle schooler barred by state law from competing.
Louisiana could get $350M if Senate passes budget bills. See what's at stake.
Much of the money will go to beef up flood-fighting efforts.
The ozone layer is still healing…thanks to science : Short Wave
In the mid-1980s, scientists published a startling finding–a giant hole in the ozone layer over Antarctica. That’s the protective shield that blocks large amounts of harmful UV radiation. And without it, the rate of cancer, cataracts and crop failure would skyrocket. Today on the show, we dive into ozone science and examine how scientists successfully sounded the alarm and solved an Antarctic mystery.Check out our episode on an Antarctic plankton mystery. And, listen to our monthly series Nature Quest.Interested in more atmospheric science? 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.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Becky Brown.
Japan’s new PM Takaichi eyes parliament dissolution for snap polls: Report
Country's first female prime minister hopes a bigger majority will help her implement her political and fiscal agenda.
The four paths forward for US scientists in 2026
US science is worth fighting for, but so are the science projects and scientists denied opportunities. Here are 4 paths all worth exploring.
High school basketball: Monday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Monday's games.
Police: Man kills 2 inside Boynton Beach business before taking own life soon after
Boynton Beach police say someone walked into a business on Monday afternoon and killed two people.
Trump ‘immediately’ imposes 25% tariffs on countries that do business with Iran
Trump did not define what qualifies as “doing business” with Iran.
Thousands of nurses go on strike in New York City
Nurses were joined by elected leaders, including the city’s new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, as contract negotiations failed.
Trump picks up the phone and calls Sen. Elizabeth Warren
The unlikely conversation came after years of antipathy between the two politicians, including the president’s derogatory use of the nickname “Pocahontas” to describe her.
Trump says any country doing business with Iran will face 25 percent tariff
The US president has threatened Iran with military strikes amid widespread antigovernment protests there.
50 Cent’s G-Unit finalizes agreement with state for entertainment redevelopment in Shreveport
G-Unit Film & Television Louisiana has now finalized plans to invest more than $124 million in a multi-phase plan to develop three entertainment venues in northwest Louisiana.
EPA says it will no longer consider health costs in pollution regulations
The EPA weakened emissions standards for new power plants and said it would no longer consider the economic impacts of public health in rule making.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Jan. 13 #477
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.
Ascension Health reports data breach: What patients need to know
Patients of some Chicago-area health care facilities have receiving letters, warning of a potential data breach. NBC 5 Responds' PJ Randhawa reports.
ThrillHouse Family Entertainment Center hosting preview event Jan. 17
A new entertainment hub in Marion, Illinois is getting ready to open its doors in mid-February, but you can get a sneak peek of the fun this weekend.
Trump says countries doing business with Iran face 25% tariff
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that any country that does business with Iran will be subjected to a tariff rate of 25% on any business conducted with the United States.
What questions do you have for Illinois political candidates this primary election season?
Our journalists will pose some of your questions to the people running for office in 2026.
How Trump's 'Don-roe Doctrine' is different than Bush-era GOP foreign policy : The NPR Politics Podcast
The Republican Party’s approach to world affairs has shifted from attempting to spread democratic values during the George W. Bush administration to “America First” in President Trump’s first term and now to something else entirely. We discuss what to make of Trump’s foreign policy agenda. This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, White House correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Flu shot recommendation for kids dropped just as the illness rages
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention dropped its advice that kids get an annual flu shot at a time when flu cases and hospitalizations are surging.
Tesla launches US-made solar panel, a rare sign of life for its solar business
Tesla has updated its online configurator with a new solar panel heavily emphasizing its US manufacturing at Gigafactory New York....
Rising stand-up comedy star is coming to Hershey
He served as host of the Golden Globe Awards in 2024, and made appearances in films such as “Easter Sunday” and “Haunted Mansion.”
THE WEEK OF JAN 12, 2026
- Fundamental research restrictions at DOD - US withdrawing from climate agreements - Congress holding multiple science hearings
San Francisco mayor announces bill for court-ordered mental health treatment
State and San Francisco leaders moved the needle on the mental health crisis plaguing parts of the city. Ginger Conejero Saab reports.
A judge orders HHS to restore children's health funding as a lawsuit continues
The judge ordered the restoration of nearly $12 million in funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics, including money for rural health care and the identification of disabilities in children.
Android 16 January update rolling out: Pixel 10 GPU improvements, battery fixes
The year in updates is getting underway with the January 2026 security patch for Android 16 QPR2 on the Pixel...
How to watch ‘Off Campus,’ coming soon to Prime Video
Dive into the world of college hockey romance as this new series based on the best-selling books follows an elite team and the complex relationships that shape their lives.
Car sought in Catonsville business break-ins, reward offered
Police release a surveillance photo of a car sought in connection with Sunday's break-ins at Catonsville businesses and are offering a $2,000 reward.
Jay Collins is running for governor. Who is he?
His candidacy sets up a clash with Trump-endorsed U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds.
‘Working without a net’: Remembering Bill Livingston’s fiery legacy in Cleveland sports
Former Plain Dealer columnist Bill Livingston, who passed away at 77, leaves behind decades of passionate, opinionated coverage that helped define Cleveland’s sports narrative.
Activists press Georgia lawmakers to defend civil liberties
Liberal demonstrators headed to the Capitol to advocate for policy priorities during the first day of Georgia's 2026 legislative session.
North Dakota leaders tout plan to secure continued Rural Health Transformation funding
Sen. John Hoeven said the goal is for the state to secure $1 billion in funding by the end of the federal program.
Foulkes calls for ban on lobbyist donations during R.I. legislative session
The Democratic candidate for governor made the proposal on the day House Speaker Shekarchi is holding a fundraiser at the outset of the legislative session.
Long-running touring show gets modern update as ‘Greatest Party on Earth’
Tour dates include multiple shows in Upstate New York.
Car crashes into Greenville business, police say
Details are limited at this time.
Florida’s mental health care reforms show the path forward
Treatment delays harm patients’ health.
‘Landman’ Fans Rage Over Cami’s ‘Mistake’ Decision to Fire Tommy
There are some major burning questions over that shocking twist.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 delay pushes release date to mid-March
According to a new report, Samsung’s delayed Galaxy S26 launch will result in a release date for the whole series...
Helena Nancy Moreno takes office as New Orleans mayor: 'A new direction for New Orleans'
New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno is sworn in as 63rd mayor of New Orleans.
Kamala Harris swears in Helena Moreno as New Orleans mayor: ‘She is talented. She is tough.’
“The future of America is being built in cities like this, and their leaders who honor the past, meet the present moment and invest in the future. And that is the kind of leadership Helena Moreno brings to this moment.”
Helena Moreno sworn-in as mayor of New Orleans
The former journalist is the second woman and the first person of Hispanic descent to serve in the office.
Gaming After Ghosts: Bit Bar carves unique niche in Salem’s historic entertainment scene
The arcade bar on Derby Street undergoes a transformation each evening, shifting from a family-friendly environment to an adults-only experience.
More Americans identify as political independents, a new poll shows
New polling from Gallup shows that Americans are increasingly identifying as political independents and rejecting the labels of the two major political parties
5 ways to grow your business with AI - without sidelining your people
This is how to drive business growth and innovation by merging analytics and AI with human understanding and insights.
Ray and Dana Chery ride booming sports and entertainment ‘boring business’ tide
At a time when high-flying businesses are grabbing attention, a number of people in the business world are leaving those positions for more "boring business" roles, as Ray and Dana Chery did when buying portable sink firm Monsam, a profitable company.
What writers need to know about business: Panelists share their knowledge
Everything to know about Jefferson Parish library events.
‘Wheel of Fortune’: Bigfoot Hunter Speaks Out After Monster $92,000 Loss
The Sasquatch obsessive struggled with a tricky Bonus Round puzzle.
DePaul Athletics to Host National Girls & Women in Sports Day Networking Social Feb. 4
DePaul Athletics is set to celebrate National Girls & Women in Sports Day with a networking social prior to the DePaul women's basketball matchup against No....
Sugar Grove Cafe closes in downtown Syracuse after brief run, keeps wholesale business
The popular bakery had moved from Cazenovia just over a year ago.
Trump to interview BlackRock's Rieder for Fed chair role, Fox Business reports
U.S. President Donald Trump will interview BlackRock Inc's chief bond investment manager Rick Rieder on Thursday as a candidate to lead the Federal Reserve, Fox Business Network reported on Monday, citing unidentified administration sources.
Why is Bosnia sending troops to Gaza?
Bosnians overwhelmingly support Palestine. And yet their elite want to help legitimise a 'peace' plan favouring Israel.
Former US Rep. Mary Peltola launches bid against Sen. Dan Sullivan
The race is expected to draw large amounts of campaign spending.
Voices: A new rural health care grant isn’t enough. Utah’s children deserve better.
“Accepting deep Medicaid cuts while celebrating a limited rural grant sends the wrong message and puts families at risk,” writes Moe Hickey, Executive Director of Voices for Utah Children, in an op-ed.
PBS Fans React After ‘News Weekend’ Suddenly Gets Axed
The show ended its run after Congress rescinded $1.1 billion in public funding.
Mary Peltola enters Alaska U.S. Senate race
The former congresswoman is challenging incumbent Republican Dan Sullivan. Nationally, Democrats have high hopes that she can flip the seat.
Syracuse University’s ‘Shark Tank’ class aims to connect cash-hungry startups with investors
The class teaches students what investors are looking for and how to vet a new business.
Industrial parks: The County’s massive business park offers ‘promising’ outlook
Loring, which is on a former Air Force base, is Maine’s largest business park by size, with 8,700 acres, and is a key piece of Aroostook County’s place in the region’s larger economy.
Mammoth Fieldhouse: Multi-Sport Entertainment Complex Coming To Osage Beach, Set To Open In 2028
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — A large, multi-sport entertainment complex that could include a driving range experience like "Top Golf," pickleball, and other sporting elements, is coming Osage Beach.
Tenderloin grant program sparks new business openings
Vacant storefronts in the area to get new life in the coming weeks.
From Borges to Jennifer Aniston: Science begins to illuminate the mysteries of memory
How do cell phones affect our memories? What percentage of them are imagined? A group of neuroscientists is trying to unravel the secrets of one of the brain’s most common and least understood functions
Have high cholesterol? Follow this science-backed diet, even partially, to lower your level
The Portfolio Diet is a lesser-known but powerful regimen that has been clinically proven to significantly reduce cholesterol
Health officials identify potential measles case exposure in Lexington
The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department warned the public about a potential measles case exposure at a hotel and restaurant in Hamburg.
Name Dropping | ‘Names and faces changed, but it is the same entertainment’
If it involves the Virginia Theatre, the Champaign-Urbana native Mitch Marlow is likely associated with it, too.
Ozone infusions, lasers, plasma: How clinics want to sell you a longer life
Longevity medicine has exploded into the mainstream, but the fervor has outpaced rigorous scientific evidence and federal regulations.
Feeling like a queen? The Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire is looking for its next monarch
Do you have what it takes to be queen?
Flagship CEO Calls Out Attacks on Science, Warns of China Dominance
In his annual letter, Flagship Pioneering’s Noubar Afeyan lays out a choice between near-term “human-made miracles” and a reversion to the pain and suffering of past diseases due to “growing contempt” in the U.S. for the scientific method.
Marrying for health insurance? The ACA cost crisis forces some drastic choices
While Congress debates bringing back Affordable Care Act subsidies , many Americans have already made life-altering decisions to afford health care.
Britain's JD Sports launches AI commerce in key US market
British sportswear retailer JD Sports Fashion said on Monday customers in the United States, its largest market, will be able to use AI platforms to search for and purchase its products.
Scientists say Trump's second term has been defined by slashed funding, layoffs and uncertainty
Scientists in the middle of the country told Harvest Public Media that 2025 was a year of major changes and uncertainty.
The sludge in your shower drain? That could be scientists’ next big find : Short Wave
Microbes are little alchemists that perform all manner of chemical reactions. A team of microbiologists co-founded a non-profit to try to harness those abilities to solve some of the world’s big problems — from carbon capture to helping coral reefs to cleaning up waste. Recently, the team turned their attention to the microbes living in people’s homes — on and in shower heads, drip pans, and hot water heaters. These rather extreme environments may have pressured microorganisms into surviving in ways that could be advantageous to humans. Science reporter Ari Daniel takes us on a treasure hunt in miniature.This episode was produced by Hannah Chinn. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.Interested in learning more about the weird and wonderful world of microbes? 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.
The sludge in your shower drain? That could be scientists’ next big find : Short Wave
Microbes are little alchemists that perform all manner of chemical reactions. A team of microbiologists co-founded a non-profit to try to harness those abilities to solve some of the world’s big problems — from carbon capture to helping coral reefs to cleaning up waste. Recently, the team turned their attention to the microbes living in people’s homes — on and in shower heads, drip pans, and hot water heaters. These rather extreme environments may have pressured microorganisms into surviving in ways that could be advantageous to humans. Science reporter Ari Daniel takes us on a treasure hunt in miniature.This episode was produced by Hannah Chinn. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.Interested in learning more about the weird and wonderful world of microbes? 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.
BoA Ends 25-Year Partnership With SM Entertainment
BoA Ends 25-Year Partnership With SM Entertainment K-pop Pioneer Bids Farewell as Agency Celebrates Legacy, Wishes Future Success
Integration of armed factions remains one of Syria’s biggest challenges
It is also at the centre of the post-war state building project.
HSBC launches UAE asset management business to tap into wealth influx
HSBC is opening an asset management business in the UAE and launching 10 onshore funds, it said on Monday, as the bank deepens its investment in the region and taps into an influx of wealth into the Gulf country.
Warriors' kryptonite, dire need for roster changes before NBA trade deadline exposed by Hawks
While the Warriors have been surging over the last few weeks, they ran into an Atlanta Hawks team that is everything Golden State isn't.
Le Pen's political fate hangs in the balance as French appeal begins
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen begins a crucial appeal in Paris this week that will determine whether she can run in the 2027 presidential election, after being barred from public office over a conviction for misusing EU funds.
Celebrities wear pins protesting ICE at the Golden Globes
Some celebrities have donned anti-ICE pins at the Golden Globes ceremony in tribute to Renee Good, who was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis
Golden Globes 2026 winners: ‘One Battle After Another’ and ‘Adolescence’ lead the night
Timothée Chalamet and Owen Cooper continued their 2026 award season winning streaks
Buffalo Bills vs. Denver Broncos - Live Score
View the Buffalo Bills vs. Denver Broncos game played on January 17, 2026. Box score, stats, odds, highlights, play-by-play, social & more
Immigrant families are shying away from medical care. A new court decision could worsen fears.
Clinics across Massachusetts report rising no-shows, delayed care, and fear-driven disenrollment from insurance programs.