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Scientists just overturned a 100-year-old rule of chemistry, and the results are “impossible”
Chemists at UCLA are showing that some of organic chemistry’s most famous “rules” aren’t as unbreakable as once thought. By creating bizarre, cage-shaped molecules with warped double bonds—structures long considered impossible—the team is opening the door to entirely new kinds of chemistry.
Exclusive: Pelosi privately blasts Democrats for vote to hold Clintons in contempt in Epstein probe
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was disappointed after nearly half of the House Oversight Committee’s Democrats voted Wednesday to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress for defying subpoenas in its Jeffrey Epstein investigation. And on Thursday, she let them know it.
Inside Blake Lively's messages to Ben Affleck, Matt Damon about 'It Ends With Us'
Messages from 2024 that were unsealed in court show Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds seeking "It Ends With Us" feedback from Ben Affleck and Matt Damon.
Utility Stocks Beware. Politics Could Eat Into Stock Returns.
Pressure is building on utilities across the country to slow electricity rate increases. It’s likely to hurt returns for utility stocks.
Australian summer is undergoing a 'total transformation,' scientists warn
Scientists say climate change made this summer's blistering heatwave five times more likely and cities need to adapt urgently.
St. Tammany grocer buys 2 anchor sites at largely empty North Shore Square Mall. See the plan.
For years, Slidell officials have grappled with calls from constituents to revitalize the largely empty North Shore Square Mall. Now something new — and local — is coming.
Microsoft finally reveals Fable in full — A new quality bar for Xbox
Playground Games "Fable" is the first RPG from the iconic racing game studio, and dare I say it, it seems like the studio absolutely cooked.
AI Mode rolling out Personal Intelligence to make Google Search ‘uniquely yours’
Following the Gemini launch last week, Personal Intelligence is already coming to AI Mode in Google Search.
2026 Oscar nominations full list: 'Sinners' smashes record with 16 category nods as 'Wicked: For Good' is snubbed entirely
Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" was second with 13 while Jon M. Chu's "Wicked" sequel was completely shut out.
Lindsay Clancy’s husband sues mental health providers, accuses them of overmedicating Duxbury mother prior to killings
If Lindsay Clancy had received adequate care, the suit alleges, “it is more likely than not that Patrick and Lindsay's children would still be alive today.”
Academy Sports + Outdoors Recalls Magellan Odyssey Rocker Chairs Due to Injury and Fall Hazards
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any Academy Sports + Outdoors store for a full refund. Consumers can also contact Academy’s Customer Care to return the chair by mail at no cost.
Johnson Health Tech Expands Recall to Include Matrix Retail and Vision Treadmills Due to Fire Hazard
Consumers should inspect their treadmills to confirm whether they have a power cord bracket installed on the unit. If there is no power cord bracket, consumers should ensure that the power cord is completely inserted into the treadmill’s power socket before each use, until the treadmill is repaired. Consumers should contact Johnson Health Tech North America to receive a free replacement power cord with an automatic locking-style plug by mail for self-installation. To facilitate consumer participation in this recall, the installation of the replacement power cord does not require any tools.
Mass. public health department will be latest state agency to move out of Downtown Crossing
DPH confirmed it will be leaving 112,000 square feet at 250 Washington St. this fall to move into 51,000 square feet at 100 Cambridge St., a privately owned tower.
FTC Revives Overlooked Law to Police College Sports Agents
The Federal Trade Commission's move to enforce SPARTA, a law that has been largely inconsequential, could be a major shift in American sports law.
This Week in Sports Trivia: January 22, 2026
How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.
Alarm as US mulls prioritising citizens in research funding
A senior White House official said the Trump administration is considering ways to prioritise research funding to American citizens, triggering alarm in the research community that the country could destroy its century-long status as a magnet for overseas talent.Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), said last week that it is “important for us to continue to emphasise the use of federal R&D dollars towards American scientists and technologists that are staffed by Americans in their labs.” Asked about support for Chinese students during a Congressional hearing, Kratsios went on to say that in future funding announcements, the OSTP would “emphasise” that “we're funding American students.”The precise meaning of his impromptu comments, and what they could mean in policy terms, isn’t yet clear. The OSTP did not respond to multiple requests for clarification from Science|Business.But given that US science and technology has relied on overseas talent for the past century, Kratsios’s words have alarmed former US science officials.Immigrants have made up around 30-40% of US Nobel Prize winners since the 1940s, for example. Except for some sensitive projects, countries typically grant research funding on a nationality-blind basis, lest they deter foreign scientists from immigrating. “If director Kratsios’s statements are taken literally and become official policy of the White House, [research-intensive] universities will likely have to close labs if not entire research divisions,” said David Biggs, a former science and technology official in the US State Department. In their most extreme interpretation, Kratsios’s comments would imply that foreign scientists established in the US would see access to funding curtailed. This would “result in many world-leading professors who work in the United States in fields that this administration considers a priority (like fusion energy, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing) leaving the country,” said Cole Donovan, a former US science diplomat, and now associate director at the Federation of American Scientists.CripplingHowever, given the context of the conversation, Kratsios may have been referring more narrowly to funding for doctoral or postdoctoral students. At the hearing, he said he wanted to see labs staffed by US citizens. But even this would have devastating consequences for the US science system, say former officials, because the country is so dependent on early-career foreign researchers. Recent statistics show that nearly half of those in the US with a PhD in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) are considered short-term visitors, or non-residents in the official terminology. If this included residents who are not yet citizens, the proportion would likely be even higher. “Foreign PhD students are really a significant and core part of the university STEM workforce, and postdocs is similarly large,” said Donovan. Preventing US-based academics from hiring them from overseas would be a serious blow, he said. “If it's the case that this administration intends to limit funding to labs staffed only with US citizens, the effect will be to cripple the American scientific enterprise,” said Chris Marcum, a former OSTP official. “To think that these researchers can simply be replaced is a pipe dream. The labs will close,” said Marcum. Go elsewhereAround half of US-trained postdocs are foreign-born, said Biggs. “If these top international students cannot get funding to do their research, or even if they hear that funding for foreign students has been greatly restricted and will be super competitive, they will no longer choose to study in the US and will go elsewhere.” It’s unclear for now if Kratsios’s comments will translate into a real policy shift. But they could add to turmoil in the US science system since Donald Trump took over as president one year ago. Related articlesNIH turmoil risks reciprocal EU-US access to health research fundingUS set to close office responsible for global science and technology dealsTrump halts new NIH grants to international health-research partnersSince then, nearly 8,000 grants at the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation have been frozen or terminated, Naturereports. Courts have overturned most of these cancellations, but the disruption caused remains significant. Both those agencies have also dished out around a quarter fewer grants this year than normal, the journal reported. International student enrolment is also down by 17%. The Trump administration also proposes to cut research budgets by around a third, although Congress may mollify the cuts.
How Playing Pokémon Became the Ultimate Test of AI’s Intelligence
Nintendo’s original Pokémon games are becoming a popular and strangely effective way to test and benchmark new artificial-intelligence models. “We’re all a whole bunch of nerds,” said the man behind the trend.
Alarm over US plan to prioritise citizens in research funding
The US’s leading science official has said the country will focus its research spending on scientists with US citizenship, triggering alarm that the country could destroy its century-long status as a magnet for overseas talent.Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), said last week that it is “important for us to continue to emphasise the use of federal R&D dollars towards American scientists and technologists that are staffed by Americans in their labs.” Asked about support for Chinese students during a Congressional hearing, Kratsios went on to say that in future funding announcements, the OSTP would “emphasise” that “we're funding American students.”Kratsios’s precise meaning, and what it could mean in policy terms, isn’t yet clear. The OSTP did not respond to multiple requests for clarification from Science|Business.But given that US science and technology has relied on overseas talent for the past century, Kratsios’s words have stunned former US science officials.Immigrants have made up around 30-40% of US Nobel Prize winners since the 1940s, for example. Except for some sensitive projects, countries typically grant research funding on a nationality-blind basis, lest they deter foreign scientists from immigrating. “If director Kratsios’s statements are taken literally and become official policy of the White House, [research-intensive] universities will likely have to close labs if not entire research divisions,” said David Biggs, a former science and technology official in the US State Department. In their most extreme interpretation, Kratsios’s comments would imply that foreign scientists established in the US would see access to funding curtailed. This would “result in many world-leading professors who work in the United States in fields that this administration considers a priority (like fusion energy, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing) leaving the country,” said Cole Donovan, a former US science diplomat, and now associate director at the Federation of American Scientists.CripplingHowever, given the context of the conversation, Kratsios may have been referring more narrowly to funding for doctoral or postdoctoral students. At the hearing, he said he wanted to see labs staffed by US citizens. But even this would have devastating consequences for the US science system, say former officials, because the country is so dependent on early-career foreign researchers. Recent statistics show that nearly half of those in the US with a PhD in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) are considered short-term visitors, or non-residents in the official terminology. If this included residents who are not yet citizens, the proportion would likely be even higher. “Foreign PhD students are really a significant and core part of the university STEM workforce, and postdocs is similarly large,” said Donovan. Preventing US-based academics from hiring them from overseas would be a serious blow, he said. “If it's the case that this administration intends to limit funding to labs staffed only with US citizens, the effect will be to cripple the American scientific enterprise,” said Chris Marcum, a former OSTP official. “To think that these researchers can simply be replaced is a pipe dream. The labs will close,” said Marcum. Go elsewhereAround half of US-trained postdocs are foreign-born, said Biggs. “If these top international students cannot get funding to do their research, or even if they hear that funding for foreign students has been greatly restricted and will be super competitive, they will no longer choose to study in the US and will go elsewhere.” It’s unclear for now if Kratsios’s comments will translate into a real policy shift. But they could add to turmoil in the US science system since Donald Trump took over as president one year ago. Since then, nearly 8,000 grants at the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation have been frozen or terminated, Naturereports. Courts have overturned most of these cancellations, but the disruption caused remains significant. Both those agencies have also dished out around a quarter fewer grants this year than normal, the journal reported. International student enrolment is also down by 17%. The Trump administration also proposes to cut research budgets by around a third, although Congress may mollify the cuts.
Trump hedges in the Arctic
In his Davos speech focused largely on the fate of Greenland, Trump made no mention of the residents whose lives have been consumed by confusion and concern over his designs.
Kimmel Says Comedy Is Political Lately Because Politics Are Comedic
“We didn’t come to them, they came to us,” the late night host said about news infiltrating comedy while discussing President Trump’s latest stab for Greenland.
Weekly Entertainment Report: Your guide to live music and lively arts in Southern NH, Jan. 22-25
Music, live entertainment - you can't go wrong.
Illinois comfortably blows by Maryland despite Boswell’s absence
CHAMPAIGN — An absent Kylan Boswell sported a white sweatsuit during Illinois’ matchup against Maryland on Wednesday. His absence is due to an untimely fractured bone in his right hand that will sideline him for at least a month. Unfortunate for Illinois, considering how close this iteration of the team was to firmly settling into […]
DA: Purple Heart veteran’s mental health likely led to deadly Coweta County shootout
MENTAL HEALTH STRUGGLES: A Purple Heart veteran’s combat-related mental health struggles likely led to a deadly Coweta County shootout with police, according to the district attorney.
Attackers With Decompilers Strike Again (SmarterTools SmarterMail WT-2026-0001 Auth Bypass)
Well, well, well - look what we’re back with. You may recall that merely two weeks ago, we analyzed CVE-2025-52691 - a pre-auth RCE vulnerability in the SmarterTools SmarterMail email solution with a timeline that is typically reserved for KEV holders. The plot of that story had everything; * A
Second House committee backs Michael Owen's Hillsborough Superintendent election bill
If HB 4027 ultimately clears the Legislature, Hillsborough County voters would decide the issue.
Matt Caja
First Bank Chicago, one of the five largest privately held banks in Chicago, is pleased to announce Matt Caja has been promoted to VP/Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Manager. Matt is responsible for collateral and personal financial analysis and preparing loan presentations, while also managing and servicing his own clients. Matt has over 30 years of expertise in commercial and consumer lending and joined the Bank in 2016.
Video Game Maker Ubisoft Unveils Major “Reset,” With Layoffs, Canceled Titles And Back-To-Office Mandate
Ubisoft, a major video game publisher known for titles like Assassin’s Creed, announced a major “reset” Wednesday involving layoffs, canceled and delayed games and a stricter return-to-office mandate. Co-founder and CEO Yves Guillemot said in a press release that the Paris-based company would “selectively close several studios and continue restructurings throughout the group. While these […]
‘I would lose my vision’: Americans relying on ACA health plan face uncertainty
Expiration of expanded subsidies has left many with higher healthcare costs – and some with no coverage at all
Childhood ADHD linked to midlife physical health problems
People who have ADHD traits at age 10 are more likely than those without such traits to have physical health problems and to report physical health-related disability at age 46, according to a study led ...
AI Videos Nearly Indistinguishable From Real Videos, Runway Finds
Runway today is releasing its latest AI model, Gen-4.5, that can generate videos from an image. The model, from the startup that specializes in image and video-generating models, is impressive but is likely to underscore growing concerns about AI-generated deepfakes.To measure the model’s ...
'Super Agers' Have Genetic Edge For Brain Health, Study Suggests
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, Jan. 21, 2026 (HealthDay News) — So-called “super agers” have a couple of genetic advantages that help them maintain their brain health into late old age, a new study says. These folks are less likely to harbor the gene variant most associated with ...
Turns out grandma was wrong: 6 everyday habits debunked by science
Every day, we rely on habits shaped by upbringing and tradition, assuming they protect our health; but modern science challenges that assumption; here are six everyday examples that expose the gap between common sense and scientific evidence
North Dakota must spend rural health funds wisely in face of long-term cuts
Rural health care delivery has been a challenge for North Dakota ever since the founding of the state. Because rural folks tend to be older, poorer, and sicker than those living in urban areas, the issues of health care access and availability are especially pressing. Over the years, there have been several initiatives and programs […]
Ed Miliband defends Starmer’s ‘calm’ response to Trump as world leaders amp up rhetoric
‘Keir Starmer’s leadership is absolutely right on this and I think at this stage, it’s about de-escalation and finding a way through this tricky situation,’ the energy secretary said
Rep. Moulton on Trump’s push for Greenland: ‘We actually have to take this completely absurd threat seriously’
Galaxy S26 Ultra color lineup looks pretty boring, and didn’t even copy iPhone orange
New leaks have revealed the likely lineup for Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra colors, and it sounds pretty tame. Leaker Evan...
This new building material pulls carbon out of the air
A new building material developed by engineers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute could change how the world builds. Made using an enzyme that turns carbon dioxide into solid minerals, the material cures in hours and locks away carbon instead of releasing it. It’s strong, repairable, recyclable, and far cleaner than concrete. If adopted widely, it could slash emissions across the construction industry.
Jenny Slate says filming 'It Ends With Us' was 'gross and disturbing' in text messages
Jenny Slate slams 'It Ends With Us' star and director Justin Baldoni in unsealed text messages: 'He's the biggest clown and the most intense narcissist.'
Blu Cow announces final day of business in Vail Village
The Blu Cow restaurant has been given until April 15 to be completely out of the building, says owner Simone Larese, making April 10 a tentative last day for the restaurant. The restaurant is located...
Opinion: What ‘Steal a Brainrot’ means for the future of youth entertainment
When you Google “Steal a Brainrot,” it’s hard to discern which sources are credible — largely because I’ve never played and have no barometer for what is accurate, but also because there are no peer-reviewed secondary sources on the game. There is no concrete documentation informing the mechanics of “Steal a Brainrot” besides “Brainrot Wiki”...
Economics and cognitive science student discusses AI startup to solve
For millions of people, reliable electricity is not a guarantee. In many communities powered by solar mini-grids, evening demand surges routinely trigger blackouts, pushing operators to fall back on
Realme teases new phone with 10,001 mAh battery following questionable Oppo merger
Realme has started showing off the Realme P4 Power, a new smartphone with an absolutely massive 10,001 mAh battery that’s...
AI cannot automate science: A philosopher explains the uniquely human aspects of doing research
Consistent with the general trend of incorporating artificial intelligence into nearly every field, researchers and politicians are increasingly using AI models trained on scientific data to infer answers ...
Samsung deleted its Bixby reboot reveal, but confirmed when it will arrive
Samsung announced its big Bixby reboot earlier today, but has since deleted the post entirely. Through both its US and...
The first commercial space station, Haven-1, is now undergoing assembly for launch
We have a very strong incentive to send a crew as quickly as we can safely do so."
Will an iPhone Air 2 launch this year? Here's the likely reality
Leaker Fixed Focus Digital gained credibility for being one of the first to report the iPhone 16e naming, and continues...
AI cannot automate science – a philosopher explains the uniquely human aspects of doing research
While AI can streamline certain parts of the scientific process, a philosopher argues that it cannot replace human expertise and collaboration.
Jaguars’ 2025 positional review: Quarterback
The 2025 Jaguars’ success ultimately hinged on their quarterback’s performance, especially when it mattered most.
Educational background key indicator of immigration views in UK, study finds
Research comparing UK and US finds people with fewer qualifications more likely to support rightwing movements
Preserving Community Science in the Face of Attacks
Increasingly, the public is being cut out of decisions that impact their health, communities, and livelihoods—and, unfortunately, we are also seeing this play out at the state level.
Women's Health Investment Outlook
Despite women and girls making up nearly half the world’s population, women’s health has captured just 6% of private healthcare investment. More than 25 organizations from the investment community, industry, philanthropies and beyond provided insights for this report, which addresses critical gaps in understanding investment flows in women’s health, market opportunity and unmet need. To quantify private investment flows in women’s healthcare over the past five years, the report introduces the Women’s Health Investment Index. Major areas of unmet need and opportunity across high-burden, high-prevalence conditions that affect women uniquely, differently and disproportionately – such as cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, menopause and Alzheimer’s disease – have been overlooked. A recent analysis by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) estimates that effectively addressing these four therapeutic areas for women in the US could unlock a $100 billion-plus market opportunity by 2030.
Dancing Students Toward Health Care Career Opportunities
How do dance contests and paper airplane races relate to effectively teaching a health care leadership course at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School? That question quickly comes to mind…
iPhone 18 Pro Leak: Smaller Dynamic Island, No Top-Left Camera Cutout
Over the last few months, rumors around the iPhone 18 Pro's front-panel design have been conflicted, with some supply-chain leaks pointing to under-display Face ID, reports suggesting a top-left hole-punch camera, and debate over whether the familiar Dynamic Island will shrink, shift, or disappear entirely. Today, Weibo-based leaker Instant Digital shared new details and imagery that appear to clarify the situation.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra release window, price signals, and what pre-order buyers should expect
Galaxy S26 Ultra is the next big thing from Samsung, and buyers are closely monitoring news about its release date, price, and pre-order offers. Samsung may have scheduled Galaxy Unpacked 2026 on January 21 or 28. Meanwhile, things went wrong with initial plans that included the Galaxy S26 Edge, and the sudden revival of the […]
Global Business Leans on AI and M&A for Growth in Pre-Davos Poll
Global business leaders are relying on new technologies and acquisitions to drive growth against a tense economic backdrop, according to an EY-Parthenon survey.
BOJ to signal more rate hikes as yen, politics fuel inflation risks
TOKYO, Jan 20 (Reuters) - The Bank of Japan is expected to raise its growth forecast on Friday and signal its readiness to hike interest rates further, as recent yen falls and prospects of solid wage gains keep policymakers alert to containing inflationary pressure. But BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda is likely to offer few clues on how soon the central bank could resume rate hikes, a decision complicated by rising bond yields and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's announcement on Monday to call a snap
How Snow Creek relies on science to create its winter wonderland
The ski resort relies almost entirely on snowmaking to open every year.
Trump's tariffs are paid almost entirely by Americans: German study
US tariffs under Donald Trump have been paid almost entirely by Americans, with foreign exporters paying for only 4%, a German study found.
A common painkiller may be quietly changing cancer risk
Ibuprofen may be doing more than easing aches and pains—it could also help reduce the risk of some cancers. Studies have linked regular use to lower rates of endometrial and bowel cancer, likely because the drug dampens inflammation that fuels tumor growth. Researchers have even found it can interfere with genes cancer cells rely on to survive. Still, experts warn that long-term use carries risks and shouldn’t replace proven prevention strategies.
Women's Health Investment Outlook
Despite women and girls making up nearly half the world’s population, women’s health has captured just 6% of private healthcare investment. More than 25 organizations from the investment community, industry, philanthropies and beyond provided insights for this report, which addresses critical gaps in understanding investment flows in women’s health, market opportunity and unmet need. To quantify private investment flows in women’s healthcare over the past five years, the report introduces the Women’s Health Investment Index. Major areas of unmet need and opportunity across high-burden, high-prevalence conditions that affect women uniquely, differently and disproportionately – such as cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, menopause and Alzheimer’s disease – have been overlooked. A recent analysis by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) estimates that effectively addressing these four therapeutic areas for women in the US could unlock a $100 billion-plus market opportunity by 2030.
Scientists discover why some wounds refuse to heal
Scientists have uncovered a surprising reason why some chronic wounds refuse to heal, even when treated with antibiotics. A common bacterium found in long-lasting wounds does not just resist drugs. It actively releases damaging molecules that overwhelm skin cells and stop them from repairing tissue. Researchers discovered that neutralizing these harmful molecules with antioxidants allows skin cells to recover and restart healing.
Suds & Science
Ever thought that learning would be more fun with a cold drink in hand? We've got you covered! Suds & Science brings scientists face-to-face with the public at local neighborhood bars for a night of learning, drinking, and community that you won't want to miss! Highlights: - Fun and informative lectures from STEM professionals - Lively discussions between scientists and audiences - Connection with your community in a laid-back environment "Tentacle Tinder: How Cephalopods Decide When to Swipe Right" Cephalopods (the class of mollusks that includes octopuses, squids, cuttlefishes, and nautiluses) are renowned for their complex cognitive abilities and for their remarkable capacities to rapidly alter their body patterns for camouflage and communication. But behind the scenes, things get even stranger. Nearly all cephalopod females mate with multiple males and can store sperm for weeks to months. That means each female carries a tiny archive of potential fathers. So the big question becomes: when everyone is competing for a spot in that archive, how do cephalopod females decide who to mate with, and can they control whose sperm ultimately fertilizes their eggs? About the Speaker Theodora is a PhD student in Marine Biology at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. Prior to starting at SIO, Theodora researched chronic reproductive pain conditions in New York, created marine science multimedia as a science communication intern at Point Reyes National Seashore, and studied cephalopod neuroethology as a research intern at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology. Theodora currently studies the evolutionary and behavioral dynamics of female choice in cephalopods, with a focus on local California market squid. When she’s not doing research or underwater, Theodora can usually be found listening to or singing classical music. Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram
How Recent Developments Are Shaping The Elevance Health (ELV) Investment Story
Elevance Health’s fair value estimate has been reset slightly higher to US$394.60 from US$387.16, while the discount rate remains effectively stable and revenue expectations are trimmed modestly in the model. This reflects Street research that is increasingly constructive on earnings potential in Medicare Advantage and exchanges, while still accounting for policy and utilization risks flagged in recent reports. Stay informed on these shifting inputs so you are not caught off guard as the...
Big Bets Report: Unique $34 8-leg Parlay Cashes for $10k
Patrick Everson breaks down how one bettor's crystal ball helped them cash in huge on an unlikely eight-leg parlay. That and more in the latest NFL big bets.
The entry-level squeeze: Small businesses pulling back from hiring new grads
Small businesses are cooling on entry-level hiring—and the Class of 2026 may feel the chill. A national survey reviewed by Fast Company finds that firms with fewer than 500 employees are 30% more likely than larger employers to say they won’t hire recent graduates this year, marking the steepest expected pullback in more than a […]
Fewer Minnesotans have opted for MNsure health insurance. More could drop soon
State officials said higher premiums and diminished federal tax credits mean some people likely feel they can’t afford coverage.
Gemini gets ready for new Live Experimental Features, Thinking Mode, and more
We're getting a sneak peek at some of the new Gemini features likely to debut in Gemini Labs.
Rival Roundup, Vol. 78: Get Reading, Bubba!
We’re less than a month away from pitchers and catchers reporting, which means that in about 10 weeks, we’ll have real baseball to cover. Until such time, we’ll be covering something called hypothetical baseball, where the headlines feature player-team combinations that may never come to fruition, proposed storylines that bear absolutely no fruit, and rumors […]
Scoop: Bipartisan health package likely moving forward
The agreement would include long-stalled priorities but no extension of Obamacare subsidies.
Trump says he's pursuing Greenland after perceived Nobel Peace Prize snub
"Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize… I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace," Trump wrote in a message to the Norwegian Prime Minister.
Why Germany probably won't get political at 2026 World Cup
After their very public protest at the last World Cup in Qatar, Germany's football team looks unlikely to do the same in the United States in 2026.
Trump letter to Norway blames Nobel snub for Greenland demand
The president said he no longer needs to think “purely of Peace” after not winning the Nobel Peace Prize in a letter to the Norwegian Prime Minister.
'Big Short' Michael Burry's unlikely ally in AI crusade: Ben Affleck
Michael Burry of "The Big Short" said Ben Affleck was "clearly a smart guy" after he slammed AI chatbots and called out spending on data centers.
M5 Max MacBook Pro could deliver 'astounding' Geekbench scores
We’re likely less than two weeks away from the launch of the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models....
Far Cry 3's Rook Islands can be experienced with 60fps later this week
Far Cry 3: Classic Edition will be getting itself a lovely performance boost later this week.
Big Business Should End Its Faustian Bargain With Trump
He’s out of control – and if you don’t hang together to counter him, you’ll hang separately
Starmer Pushes Back Against Greenland Tariff Threat as ‘Completely Wrong’
The British prime minister said his country “must stand up for its values” after President Trump threatened a new tariff war over acquiring the island.
Will the Supreme Court continue to protect the Federal Reserve from Donald Trump?
Last year, the court said the Fed is shielded from political manipulation because it is “uniquely structured” with a “distinct historical tradition.”
Billionaires have more money and political power than ever, Oxfam says
Charity says superrich 4,000 times more likely to hold political power than others and own all social media companies.
Research suggests bamboo-based foods could support metabolic health
This systematic review synthesizes human, in vitro, and food-processing studies on bamboo consumption, finding limited but suggestive evidence for metabolic, digestive, and antioxidant benefits when products are properly prepared. It also highlights safety considerations, including potential goitrogenic effects from inadequately processed shoots, and calls for higher-quality human trials.
When science discourages correction: How publishers profit from mistakes
Academic publishing system often allows scientific errors to persist because it prioritises profit and prestige over timely correction.
Billionaires are 4,000 times more likely to hold public office
The richest people on the planet are far more likely to be in power politically than everyone else, Oxfam’s annual inequality report found.
The monk who discovered the laws of genetics—but was overlooked in his time
Mendel’s monastery garden experiments went largely unnoticed during his life, but their implications would ripple through science decades later.
Is Lucky Strike Entertainment (LUCK) Pricing Look Stretched After Recent Share Price Rebound?
If you are wondering whether Lucky Strike Entertainment is attractively priced or just a value trap, starting with a clear look at what the current share price implies can help frame your view. The stock most recently closed at US$9.19, with returns of 4.2% over the last 7 days, 2.1% over the last 30 days, 8.2% year to date, and a 5.5% decline over the last year, alongside a 33.4% decline over the last 3 years. Recent coverage has focused on how investors are reassessing entertainment and...
Microsoft issues emergency fix afer a security update left some Windows 11 devices unable to shut down
The latest patch targets issues related to some users not being able to shut down or log in remotely to their Windows devices.
Epic Games Store grew from 108M to 295M users, but third‑party revenue barely moved — proving giveaways trained users not to actually buy games. Is Xbox PC going down the same path?
Epic’s growth numbers look impressive, yet third-party revenue tells a different story.
New class of strong magnets uses earth-abundant elements, avoids rare-earth metals
Georgetown University researchers have discovered a new class of strong magnets that do not rely on rare-earth or precious metals—a breakthrough that could significantly advance clean energy technologies ...
Apple Intelligence Siri is over a year late, but that might be a good thing
Apple Intelligence-powered Siri is very late, to say the least. That’s largely been because Apple has struggled to keep up...
Dodgers unlikely to trade Teoscar Hernández
The Dodgers have been fairly quiet this offseason compared to the last two, but when they have struck, the bounty has been plentiful. After bringing back Miguel Rojas for the final season of his big league career, the Dodgers shored up their bullpen by bringing in Edwin Díaz to a three-year deal worth $69 million. […]
Why Connecting With Others is Good For Your Health
By Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay ReporterSUNDAY, Jan. 18, 2026 (HealthDay News) — A third of U.S. adults are lonely, and a quarter lack social and emotional support — and research underscores that’s just not healthy. "Humans are a social species. We are highly dependent on others from birth," said
One question looms over tax debate: Are the billionaires bluffing?
The explosive debate over a proposed billionaire tax largely hinges on one question: would they really leave California, as many have threatened?
Samsung Electronics Europe CEO explains its AI strategy
Simon Sung, the CEO of Samsung Electronics Europe, said its AI strategy is "about AI that is genuinely useful and unobtrusive."
These 5 health conditions cause the most deaths
Three out of four deaths worldwide are caused by non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and 80% of those deaths are caused by just five conditions. Heart disease is the biggest killer, followed by cancer, respiratory diseases and diabetes. Not only do these conditions cause tens of millions of deaths a year, they also carry a staggering economic cost. The good news is they are largely avoidable. Five major risk factors significantly ramp up your chances of contracting an NCD, from air pollution to a poor diet, and 80% of NCDs could be prevented with the right interventions. A new paper from the World Economic Forum and the Partnership for Health System Sustainability and Resilience (PHSSR) sets out recommendations for policy-makers to help boost their NCD prevention efforts.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra colors basically confirmed after promising new leak
These are most likely the finalized new colors for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.
How old is too old to shovel snow safely? Experts weigh in
Dr. Barry Franklin, a former American Heart Association volunteer, advises adults over the age of 45 to avoid snow shoveling.
Immigrants power US homebuilding. These cities rely on them most.
American cities that build and remodel the most homes are also the most reliant on immigrant labor, new research found.
The science of the slush: How temperature profiles dictate precipitation
If you’ve lived in the csra for long, you know our winter weather is rarely simple. We often get stuck with a messy mix instead of a winter wonderland, and i built this graphic to show you exactly …
Trump Backs a Potential Primary Challenger to Bill Cassidy, a G.O.P. Senator
The president urged Representative Julia Letlow of Louisiana to run against Mr. Cassidy, in a move that is likely to further complicate his relationship with Senate Republicans.
Check for ‘infamous crimes’ becomes common opposition research in Arkansas politics
There has been a flurry of litigation lately about Arkansas political candidates who may have committed crimes in the past. It's something that could get a candidate kicked off the ballot or thrown out of office.