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UW researchers tackle cannabis workplace health hazards
Team is studying facilities including Ferndale producer SubX
Samsung says Galaxy wearables could soon help detect early signs of dementia
Samsung says Galaxy wearables could soon help detect early signs of dementia by tracking changes in speech, movement, and daily activity.
Thieves steal hundreds of sports and Pokémon cards from Simi Valley shop
A Simi Valley card shop was burglarized early Sunday morning costing the business thousands in damages and depleting its inventory. Officers responded to the card shop around 3:38 a.m at a shopping center on Erringer Road, according to Simi Valley police. The owner of Simi Sportscards says that burglars stole sports and Pokémon cards from the glass cases, resulting in…
❝After a year of disruption, global health needs leaders with backbone
Funding shocks, political U-turns and weakened institutions have laid bare the flaws in a global health architecture long overdue for reform – and the need for courageous leadership to stop it from unravelling, writes Priti Patnaik, global health journalist and founder of the Geneva Health Files.
❝After a year of disruption, global health needs leaders with backbone
Funding shocks, political U-turns and weakened institutions have laid bare the flaws in a global health architecture long overdue for reform – and the need for courageous leadership to stop it from unravelling, writes Priti Patnaik, global health journalist and founder of the Geneva Health Files.
Metro sports bar sees calm crowd for last Chiefs game
As the Chiefs took on the Raiders in Las Vegas Sunday afternoon, fans tuned in to watch the last game of the season. Some who opted to go out to enjoy the game made their way to The Peanut in Mission, where employees say they always gear up for game day.
2026 NFL playoff schedule: Dates, times, TV for every round from wild card to Super Bowl
Here's the full schedule for all 13 NFL playoff games being played this year.
Exclusive: Samsung to double mobile devices powered by Google's Gemini to 800 mln units this year
Samsung Electronics plans to double this year the number of its mobile devices with AI features powered by Google's Gemini, its co-CEO said, which would give the U.S. firm an edge over rivals as the global race in artificial intelligence hots up.
Santa Clara earns 98-70 win against San Diego
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) Christian Hammond's 21 points helped Santa Clara defeat San Diego 98-70 on Sunday.
SwitchBot turned up to CES with an AI wearable that records everything you say
SwitchBot's AI transcription clip keeps a log of everything you say.
Brain Health Challenge: Test Your Knowledge of Healthy Habits
It’s never too early or too late to start healthy brain habits. Today, test your knowledge with a pop quiz.
UH earns top global rankings in oceanography, atmospheric science
The University of Hawaii at Manoa earned high marks across nearly 20 disciplines in the 2025 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects, with oceanography, atmospheric science and hospitality and tourism management emerging as its highest-ranked programs, according to a news release.
Local health officials identify first pediatric flu death in Ohio
"This is a sad and serious event that breaks our hearts.”
Critics Choice Awards 2026: Chelsea Handler Roasts Kevin Costner & More, Remembers Rob Reiner
Handler returned for her fourth consecutive year hosting the awards show.
Levin: Science endures at Israel’s missile-damaged Weizmann Research Institute
Fortunately, no one at Weizmann was killed or wounded.
Withings' updated Body Scan scale tracks 60 different biomarkers
Body Scan 2 will keep a better eye on your heart health.
Illinois political leaders react to U.S. capture of Venezuela’s president
President Donald Trump announced early Saturday that the U.S. "successfully carried out a large-scale strike against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicolás Maduro,” and that U.S. law enforcement assisted in the operation.
Panthers' opponent for wild-card round now set
The Panthers' opponent for their first playoff game in eight years in now set.
Jets officially go entire season without recording an interception in NFL first since 1933
Since interceptions first became a recorded stat more than 90 years ago, no team has gone an entire season without fewer than at least two interceptions.
I joined my father in the food business, and we fight every day
Ethan Tan joined his dad in the hawker business and learned how to maintain a father-son relationship outside work — after many fights.
Ex-McKinsey consultant had to unlearn habits to build his startup
A former McKinsey consultant shares what he had to unlearn from consulting to succeed in startup life.
Celebrate store anniversaries in 2026 with an Aeldari Autarch and a Vampire Lord
Here are this year’s anniversary miniatures.
Everyday chemicals are quietly damaging beneficial gut bacteria
A large study has revealed that dozens of widely used chemicals can damage beneficial gut bacteria. Many of these substances, found in pesticides and everyday industrial products, were never thought to affect living organisms at all. When gut bacteria are stressed by these chemicals, some may also become resistant to antibiotics. The research raises new questions about how chemical exposure could be influencing human health behind the scenes.
This CRISPR breakthrough turns genes on without cutting DNA
A new CRISPR breakthrough shows scientists can turn genes back on without cutting DNA, by removing chemical tags that act like molecular anchors. The work confirms these tags actively silence genes, settling a long-running scientific debate. This gentler form of gene editing could offer a safer way to treat Sickle Cell disease by reactivating a fetal blood gene. Researchers say it opens the door to powerful therapies with fewer unintended side effects.
This asteroid is spilling secrets about the origin of life on Earth
Grab-and-go missions to asteroids have provided some of the most scientifically valuable samples since the Apollo missions—and they’re shaking up the search for life beyond Earth.
Earth has been feeding the moon for billions of years
Tiny bits of Earth’s atmosphere have been drifting to the moon for billions of years, guided by Earth’s magnetic field. Rather than blocking particles, the magnetic field can funnel them along invisible lines that sometimes stretch all the way to the moon. This explains mysterious gases found in Apollo samples and suggests lunar soil may hold a long-term archive of Earth’s history. It could also become a valuable resource for future lunar explorers.
Physicists found hidden order in violent proton collisions
Inside high-energy proton collisions, quarks and gluons briefly form a dense, boiling state before cooling into ordinary particles. Researchers expected this transition to change how disordered the system is, but LHC data tell a different story. A newly improved collision model matches experiments better than older ones and reveals that the “entropy” remains unchanged throughout the process. This unexpected result turns out to be a direct fingerprint of quantum mechanics at work.
Scientists find a safer way to make cells burn more calories
Researchers have developed experimental compounds that make cells burn more calories by subtly tweaking how mitochondria produce energy. Older versions of these chemicals were once used for weight loss—but were banned for being deadly. The new approach fine-tunes the effect, allowing cells to burn extra fuel safely. If successful, this could pave the way for new obesity treatments with added health benefits.
A legendary fossil is forcing scientists to rethink human origins
One of the most complete human ancestor fossils ever found may belong to an entirely new species, according to an international research team. The famous “Little Foot” skeleton from South Africa has long been debated, but new analysis suggests it doesn’t truly match any known Australopithecus species. Instead, researchers say its unique mix of features points to a previously unidentified human relative, reshaping ideas about early human diversity.
A missing flash of light revealed a molecular secret
Scientists have found a way to see ultrafast molecular interactions inside liquids using an extreme laser technique once thought impossible for fluids. When they mixed nearly identical chemicals, one combination behaved strangely—producing less light and erasing a single harmonic signal altogether. Simulations revealed that a subtle molecular “handshake” was interfering with electron motion. The discovery shows that liquids can briefly organize in ways that dramatically change how electrons behave.
Bringing marine microbiome research into the classroom is an essential step toward a climate literate society
npj Climate Action - Recognizing the ecological roles of microorganisms as drivers of marine biogeochemical cycles and how they are influenced by seawater pollution, warming, and acidification is...
Research on Energy and Chemical Engineering at Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology
Nature Reviews Electrical Engineering - Sang Il Seok talks to Nature Reviews Electrical Engineering about research and education at the School of Energy and Chemical Engineering at Ulsan National...
The politics of asylum: How local exposure reshaped UK voting
The UK has seen a sharp rise in asylum applications since the Covid-19 pandemic. This column examines how exposure to asylum seekers affects voter behaviour. The authors find that increases in dispersed asylum seekers – who are provided with accommodation but cannot choose their destination – lead to a sizeable rightward shift in local election outcomes. While migration has become more salient for both of the UK’s main political parties, only Conservative MPs appear to effectively channel local discontent, helping explain why these rightward electoral shifts occur despite little observable change in public attitudes.
Caleb Williams breaks Bears’ single-season passing record
Caleb Williams breaks Erik Kramer’s franchise passing yards record.
Oil prices slip on ample supply despite political turmoil in Venezuela
Oil prices slipped in early Asian trade on Monday on ample supply despite concerns about political upheaval in OPEC member Venezuela disrupting shipments.
Samsung unveiled AI-powered products at CES 2026: Everything announced from the year's first press conference
TVs, speakers, appliances and yes, a whole lot of AI.
Samsung First Look at CES 2026: The biggest announcements from the year's first press conference
Expect to see TVs, home entertainment, appliances and more.
Sam Groth to quit Victorian politics after defamation battle with News Corp and internal party divisions
Deputy Liberal leader and former tennis player announces he will not contest this year’s state election
Even in prison, Marwan Barghouthi looms large in Palestinian politics
Arab Barghouthi, the son of Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouthi, on his father's life in Israeli prison and the stalemate after nearly two decades without elections.
Wellesley Toy Shop closes after 32 years in business
Wellesley Toy Shop has closed its business in Wellesley Square after 32 years of supplying area kids and kids at heart with the latest and classic toys.
Business 2025 Year in Review
This year Berkshire County saw many new businesses open — from restaurants to local goods — as well as new owners taking over existing companies. Pittsfield Economic...
Packers passing game was historically bad in loss to Vikings
For the first time in almost 50 years, the Packers finished a regular season game with negative net passing yards.
Rapid reaction: Prioritizing health for playoffs, Packers now get ‘clean slate’
Last year’s Week 18 weighed heavily in decision-making process
Assessing Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) Valuation After Recent Share Price Rebound
Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) has quietly climbed about 5% over the past month, even as its past 3 months performance is still down double digits, a setup that has value focused investors taking a closer look. See our latest analysis for Flutter Entertainment. That recent 4.7% 30 day share price return, at a latest share price of $218.27, comes after a tough stretch where the 1 year total shareholder return is still almost 15% lower. Sentiment looks like it is stabilizing rather than...
Scientists Discover How the Uterus “Feels” Its Way Through Childbirth
Molecular discoveries may help improve treatments for labor and pain. When labor starts, the uterus must produce steady, precisely timed contractions to allow a safe delivery. Hormones such as progesterone and oxytocin are known to drive this process, but researchers have long believed that physi
Tomorrow's Top 25 college basketball rankings prediction: Arkansas moves up
The AP poll will refresh Monday for the first time in two weeks, with lots of anticipated changes near the top
Belkin announces a wireless HDMI dongle that doesn't need Wi-Fi access
The ConnectAir Wireless HDMI Display Adapter will be released early this year.
Takaichi’s short term populist politics no cure for Japan’s structural malaise
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is seeking to emulate the economic policies of her mentor Shinzo Abe, but this agenda is ill-suited for Japan's current circumstances
Island sports took center stage - The Martha's Vineyard Times
This article is a part of 12-piece series for The Times’ 2025 “Year in Review.” We upped our Island-wide and high school sports coverage at The Times this year with a new monthly newsletter, the MV Sportsletter, and there was no shortage of players and teams to write about. The highlight of our coverage was […]
This former taxi driver now earns $2M+ a year with two businesses — and shares how he made it happen
"I literally had to focus on eating $1 per meal to make sure the business stays open.”
'Today' cohost Sheinelle Jones grieves new family loss just months after husband's death
'Today' cohost Sheinelle Jones shared that her grandmother died on New Year’s Eve at 96. The sad news comes just seven months after the death of the journalist's husband, Uche Ojeh, after a cancer battle.
Desi ghee and garlic on empty stomach prevent cancer, heart disease, and hair loss; here’s what science says | - The Times of India
For years, desi ghee and garlic have been prized in Indian kitchens, not only for adding flavour to food but for their perceived medicinal benefits. S.
Search underway for monkey who damaged Morristown business, police say
Morristown police said the monkey caused damage to the business and musical instruments.
Computer model locks in Lions vs. Bears picks, score prediction
How to bet Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears in NFL Week 18 action
Florida's political sphere reacts to Nicolas Maduro's capture as former Venezuelan president awaits court appearance
Fire destroys Jackson Township business building, official says
Fire swept through a business building along Freedom Avenue NW near Interstate 77 on the morning of Jan. 4, an official said.
Most Disruptive Business School Startups Of 2025
The most promising student-founded startups created at the world's top business schools this past year
Year in Review: Top 10 NWA stories of 2025 - Talk Business & Politics
Walmart’s new multibillion-dollar Home Office and CEO, more than $500 million in new infrastructure projects and over $250 million in university fundraising were among the top business stories of 2025....
UH Mānoa ranks top 12 in U.S. for oceanography, atmospheric science, tourism | University of Hawaiʻi System News
The rankings are based on measures such as world-class faculty, world-class research output, high-quality research, research impact and international collaboration.
Three arrested after incident at Providence adult entertainment club
Police responded to a reported armed robbery early Sunday morning and arrested suspects following a chase.
Reading 1-0 Stockport County: Player Ratings
A big defensive shift got the Royals over the line at the SCL for the second time this year.
Fires damaged their Hampton Roads businesses. Here’s how they recovered.
Fires damaged or destroyed hundreds of businesses and homes across the Hampton Roads region last year. Chef and owner Eric Nelson has spent much of the past year rebuilding. “They had to take it down to basically nothing,” said Nelson, who has operated Crudo Nudo for more than eight years.
Press Pass Sports 2025 Football Team
The Texas High School football season came to a close, and it was another excellent year for the Texas Panhandle. Here’s a look at the 2025 Press Pass Sports Football Team. Players selected for superlative honors are separate from the Press Pass Sports Football Team. Compiled by Lance Lahnert, Lee Passmore and Kale Steed. OFFENSE
Plaud's latest AI wearable has a button for flagging key moments
The $179 AI wearable is available today.
What To Expect From Nintendo in 2026
With a new Mario movie and Pokemon's 30th anniversary on the way, 2026 will be a big year for Nintendo fans - here's what to expect across the next 12 months.
Health care, funding and more: 5 things to watch when the Senate returns
The Senate is staring down multiple flash points in the coming months as lawmakers head into a year colored by electoral politics but with plenty of policy fights on the horizon. Lawmakers wrapped …
The Galaxy S26 Ultra might be the only affordable flagship of 2026
With Apple's prices possibly climbing, Samsung's stagnation is actually a strategy.
38 Inexpensive "Shark Tank" Products People Actually Swear By
You, when you see these worthwhile finds: "I'm in."
This New Orleans doctor has spent a lifetime working to eliminate cardiology deserts in Louisiana. There’s still more to do.
In August of 2005, Ferdinand and his family packed up their bags and spent four years working in Atlanta, Georgia after Hurricane Katrina flooded their home and heart clinic. “I returned home to service my community,” Dr. Keith Ferdinand said.
Maduro's fall stirs fears for Venezuelan, regional stability
Venezuela's diaspora is celebrating the US-led ouster of Nicolas Maduro after over a decade in power. But relief is intermingled with fear, including over political prisoners still held by the weakened Caracas regime.
Phillip Rivers return: NFL coaching searches could target Colts quarterback
NFL teams are researching Rivers as a coaching candidate
2026 NFL mock draft: Projecting first round as order is set in Week 18
Our latest 2026 NFL mock draft reflects the emerging early first-round order, which will be set Sunday at the completion of Week 18.
Men's Basketball Travels to Charleston for Monday Night Tip on CBS Sports Network
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. – William & Mary men's basketball hits the road for the first time in CAA action when to travels to fellow league unbeaten Charleston on Monday night. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. from TD Arena in Charleston, and the game will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network with Paul Fritschner and Dr. John Giannini on the call.
Eddie Murphy denies storming out of Oscars after loss, reveals truth
Eddie Murphy has revealed the real reason he left the 2007 Oscars early, denying he stormed out because he was upset about losing.
What viruses an infectious-disease doctor is watching for in 2026
I research virus outbreaks around the world. Here’s what I’ll be keeping an eye on in 2026 that could cause infections in unexpected places or cases.
Jodi's Journal: It's time for the '20s to roar
"As I look to the second half of the 2020s, I feel more excited for the future of Sioux Falls than I have in probably the last 20 years."
Rubio faces ghosts of American interventions after spearheading Maduro takedown
Marco Rubio is suddenly facing his most daunting puzzle in his 28 years in politics.
Science 4 Everyone: Why do we have leap years?
Did you know that the Earth takes longer than 365 days to orbit around the sun? Storm Team4 Meteorologist Ryan Miller explains why it makes leap years.
The Most Anticipated Movies Of 2026 — Everything You Need To Know
From a star-studded Michael Jackson biopic to the latest cinematic MCU events, this calendar year is full of exciting releases.
Xreal Revamps Entry AR Glasses With Lower Price, Better Video
Xreal Inc., an early pioneer in augmented-reality glasses, unveiled an upgraded entry-level product at CES, where smart eyewear will be a prevailing theme over the coming week.
Narwal’s Flow 2 robovac might help you find that earring you lost
This robovac isn’t just for mopping and vacuuming.
Ondas Holdings (ONDS) Climbs 30% on Business Transformation
We recently published 10 Stocks Already Shocking 2026 With Massive Gains. Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:ONDS) was one of the top performers last week. Ondas Holdings soared by 29.95 percent week-on-week as investors took its recent corporate rebranding as cue for a broader business transformation. Effective in the first quarter of the year, Ondas Holdings Inc. […]
Why home maintenance deserves a spot in the annual health and budget plans
Many people start the new year thinking about ways to improve their health, be more organized and manage their finances. Experts say there is one area that touches on each of those resolutions — home…
6 science milestones turning 40 this year
In 1986, we had huge leaps forward, tragic steps back, and life changing innovations.
Detroit Lions vs Chicago Bears preview: 3 key stats
A data-driven preview of Lions at Bears focusing on key stats and matchups
Beyond the Super Bowl and the semiquincentennial: Your big sneak peek at 2026 entertainment events to come
You made it through a harrowing 2025 and a half-decade of challenge. Now, put aside your fears of catastrophic climate change, the collapse of American democracy, and AI data centers stretching from sea to shining sea — for just a moment — and plan some fun in the year ahead.
AI’s reckoning with reality represents a growing economic risk for 2026
Revenues may be rising rapidly, but not by nearly enough to cover the wild levels of investment under way
Samsung to Costco: All the big projects coming to Central TX in 2026
Here's what Central Texans can expect this year.
AI may not need massive training data after all
New research shows that AI doesn’t need endless training data to start acting more like a human brain. When researchers redesigned AI systems to better resemble biological brains, some models produced brain-like activity without any training at all. This challenges today’s data-hungry approach to AI development. The work suggests smarter design could dramatically speed up learning while slashing costs and energy use.
The invisible microbes that help keep us healthy
Not all microbes are villains—many are vital to keeping us healthy. Researchers have created a world-first database that tracks beneficial bacteria and natural compounds linked to immune strength, stress reduction, and resilience. The findings challenge the long-standing obsession with germs as threats and instead highlight the hidden health benefits of biodiversity. This shift could influence everything from urban design to environmental restoration.
Small Business Technology News: WordPress Launches Plugin To Help Improve SEO For AI Searching
Also: AI and ecommerce predictions and how to free up 15 gigabytes in Gmail
A simple chemistry trick could end forever plastic
Seeing plastic trash while hiking inspired a Rutgers chemist to rethink why synthetic plastics last forever while natural polymers don’t. By mimicking tiny structural features used in DNA and proteins, researchers designed plastics that remain durable but can be triggered to fall apart naturally. The breakdown speed can be precisely tuned, from days to years, or switched on with light or simple chemical signals. The discovery could reshape everything from food packaging to medicine delivery.
China’s “artificial sun” just broke a fusion limit scientists thought was unbreakable
Researchers using China’s “artificial sun” fusion reactor have broken through a long-standing density barrier in fusion plasma. The experiment confirmed that plasma can remain stable even at extreme densities if its interaction with the reactor walls is carefully controlled. This finding removes a major obstacle that has slowed progress toward fusion ignition. The advance could help future fusion reactors produce more power.