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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.
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.
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.
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
You Can Switch HDMI Inputs Using Your Apple TV Remote - Here's How
Though Apple TV provides quality entertainment, the remote has one issue: an inability to switch HDMI inputs. Fortunately, here's a trick to get around that.
Jackery unveils rugged portable power station, solar gazebo, autonomous solar robot
Jackery has just pulled the wraps off its newest portable power station, the Explorer 1500 Ultra, and it’s aiming squarely...
Yankees' Likely Delaying Blockbuster Trade for One Critical Reason
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.
Trump tests appetite for regime change ahead of midterms
Democrats immediately argued that U.S. military action in Venezuela was an abandonment of the president’s promise to focus on improving lives at home.
3 science-backed tips for making New Year’s resolutions more fun
You may think that you just need to work harder to reach your goals — but research shows you’re more likely to stick with good habits if they’re enjoyable.
Are Options Traders Betting on a Big Move in Flutter Entertainment Stock?
Investors need to pay close attention to Flutter Entertainment stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
Trump’s MAGA allies mostly rally behind his Venezuela strike
President Donald Trump’s allies in the Republican Party and his Make America Great Again movement — even some who previously warned against wading into new foreign conflicts — largely rallied behind his actions in Venezuela on Saturday, hours after the capture of President Nicolás Maduro in a large-scale military operation.
Leave it to the Seahawks to pick off 49ers’ unlikely top-seed dreams
The San Francisco 49ers had a shot at earning the NFC’s No. 1 seed. And until Brock Purdy’s interception, it was believable. Now the Niners must take the long way to reach the Super Bowl.
WCG Predicts: Chicago Bears vs Detroit Lions
Hello, Chicago Bears fans! Well, after the thrilling game against the Niners that, unfortunately, ended in disappointment, the 1st overall seed and bye in the first round of the NFL playoffs is off the table for the Beloved. However, there is still something to play for, as a win against the Detroit Lions (or an […]
UNC Greensboro earns 89-82 victory over Samford
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) Justin Neely's 22 points helped UNC Greensboro defeat Samford 89-82 on Saturday.
Maxwell Frost wants Congress briefed immediately on U.S. action in Venezuela — and whatever may come next
He castigated the Donald Trump administration for failing to notify Congress before taking military action to depose Nicolás Maduro.
Saturday Night Open Thread & NFL games: Hope for tomorrow
Come and join this merry band of Steelers’ faithful for some lively debate about our Steelers, good food, music, and the merits of the odd cold beverage.
A PvP Analysis on Community Day Classic Empoleon
Happy New Year, dear readers! 🥳 There is barely time to catch up on the sleep lost watching New Year’s festivities 🥱 before our first event of 2026 is already upon us: Community Day Classic Empoleon is THIS weekend, Sunday the 4th, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm locally. And the only summary I think I need to provide […]
Tens of thousands of Tennesseans face health care, SNAP benefit changes in 2026
Affordable Care Act subsidies, which were expanded during the pandemic, are expiring, meaning millions of Americans will likely have to pay more for health care or go uninsured.
What Happens in Venezuelan Politics Now?
The removal of Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro from power sets up a succession dilemma and an uncertain future for the leftist regime that has ruled the Latin American country with an iron fist for decades. The transfer of power, as laid out by the Venezuelan constitution, is likely to put Vice
Nintendo has trademarked Zelda Tri Force Heroes and Mario Tennis Ultra Smash
Nintendo has recently trademarked The Legend of Zelda Tri Force Heroes and Mario Tennis Ultra Smash. It is more than likely that this is just standard trademark renewal by Nintendo, but it would be…
Swimmer who vanished at Lovers Point was wearing a shark deterrent. What science says about what they do
Studies question whether wearable shark deterrents effectively reduce risk.
A weak body clock may be an early warning for dementia
Your daily rhythm may matter more for brain health than previously thought. Older adults with weaker, more disrupted activity patterns were far more likely to develop dementia than those with steady routines. A later daily energy peak was also linked to higher risk. The study points to the body clock as a possible early warning sign for cognitive decline.
The hidden timing system that shapes how you think
The brain constantly blends split-second reactions with slower, more thoughtful processing, and new research shows how it pulls this off. Scientists discovered that brain regions operate on different internal clocks and rely on white matter connections to share information across these timescales. The way this timing is organized affects how efficiently the brain switches between activity patterns tied to behavior. Differences in this system may help explain why people vary in cognitive ability.
Stop Using Your Keyboard and Start Using This Simple, Free Speech-to-Text App
It’s called Handy, and it uses AI models to accurately convert your speaking voice into text—all for free.
I Came to See Mamdani’s First Big Speech as Mayor. I Found Something Else Entirely.
New York City is working through its feelings in real time.
When ski jumping came to Hampstead Heath
The story of how 100,000 Londoners flocked to Hampstead Heath to marvel at an unlikely spectacle.
Aaron Rodgers’ 2026 Return To Pittsburgh ‘Make’s Perfect Sense’
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 9-7 on the season heading into a “Sunday Night Football” game against the Baltimore Ravens. The Steelers will be crowned champions of the AFC North with a win, but will be eliminated from postseason contention with a loss. A season full of extremely high highs and very low lows fittingly comes […]
Sutter Health begins latest expansion in Santa Rosa with $10 million renovation of medical building near hospital
Sutter Health’s latest major expansion in Sonoma County is a $10 million, 10,000 square-foot project that will see Sutter completely take over the three-story medical building at 34 Mark West…
Scientists tested intermittent fasting without eating less and found no metabolic benefit
Time-restricted eating has been widely promoted as a simple way to boost metabolic health, but new research paints a more complicated picture. When calorie intake stayed the same, an eight-hour eating window did not improve insulin sensitivity or cardiovascular markers. What did change was the body’s internal clock, which shifted based on meal timing and altered sleep patterns. The results suggest calorie reduction, not the eating window itself, may be the real driver of health benefits.
Two unstable atoms are rewriting neutron star explosions
Scientists have precisely measured two unstable atomic nuclei that play a crucial role in explosive X-ray bursts on neutron stars. The results reveal faster nuclear reactions than previously thought, reshaping how we understand element formation in extreme cosmic environments.
Dynamic tuning of Bloch modes in anisotropic phonon polaritonic crystals
Light: Science & Applications - This work demonstrates actively controlled, low-loss phonon-polaritonic Bloch modes in a graphene-gated α-MoO3 polaritonic crystal, which enables enhanced...
Clean extension of health care subsidies likely ‘dead on arrival’ in Senate
NBC News Senior National Political Reporter Sahil Kapur discusses what’s next in the health care fight in Congress after Affordable Care Act subsidies expired.
Palestine advocates praise NYC’s Mamdani for revoking pro-Israel decrees
Israeli government hits out at newly sworn-in New York City mayor, falsely calling him a 'Muslim Brotherhood Islamist'.
The journal Science positively reviews a book criticizing gender surgery
Is it a sign of the times that this long book review, appearing in the “Science and Society” section of the prestigious journal Science, actually approves of a book questioning the ubiq…
Parents who delay baby's first vaccines also likely to skip measles shots
Ahead of possible changes to the childhood vaccine schedule, a new report highlights growing confusion over the best time to protect infants from serious infectious diseases.
M5 Vision Pro launch likely made minimal sales impact: report
Apple launched a brand new M5 Vision Pro update last fall, but according to a new report, it may have had little impact on struggling sales.
‘We were missing in the conversation’: how Zack Polanski hit on plan to beat Reform at their own game
This time last year Polanski was barely known outside the party. Now he’s hoping for success at May’s local elections - by taking a page from Nigel Farage’s playbook
A NATO-Russia war would be bloodier than Ukraine, where 'golden hour' is already gone, officer says
Drones have turned the front line into a kill zone, and made casualty evacuation extremely difficult and dangerous.
Businesses that rely on tourism feel the impact of Telluride Ski Resort closure
How rumors turn into lasting stigma for Korean celebrities
In Korea’s entertainment industry, controversy rarely stops at the person directly involved. Increasingly, speculation and online suspicion are spr...
PSU coaching change among top sports stories
There is no doubt that life can be extremely unpredictable and never holds any guarantees. The Penn State football program provided a glaring example of that over the last 12 months. Penn State went from reaching the semifinal round of the College Football Playoffs at the beginning of the 2025 calendar year, to starting the […]
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani pledges 'collectivism' on the steps of City Hall
In his inauguration speech, Mayor Zohran Mamdani doubled down on campaign promises, pledging to "govern expansively and audaciously."
These AA batteries charge over USB-C and genuinely impressed me.
[Media: https://www.tiktok.com/@verge/video/7587156343392374030] What if you could charge double-As with the same cord as your phone? That’s a thing, and these 1.5V lithium-ion Zepath batteries are surprisingly good! Don’t throw away your Eneloops yet, as NiMH is likely safer and can last longer in low-current applications. But these last way longer in my modded GBA.
Thinking of going to a casino or placing a sports bet in 2026? It may increase your tax bill
A new tax law goes into effect on Thursday that is likely to have massive ramifications for gamblers.
Trees in Panama's tropical forests are growing longer roots in the face of drought
A long-term experiment reveals tropical forests in Panama are able to adapt to droughts, but scientists warn this short-term "rescue strategy" is unlikely to save them from the impacts of climate change.
Business offering $500 reward after burglary
The burglary occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m. at Parkway Market off KY 638 east of London.
An Engineer Says He’s Found a Way to Overcome Earth’s Gravity
This new propulsion system could rewrite the rules of spaceflight—not to mention completely defy conventional physics.
One Big Beautiful Bill Act complicates state health care affordability efforts
This article first appeared on KFF Health News. As Congress debates whether to extend the temporary federal subsidies that have helped millions of Americans buy health coverage, a crucial underlying reality is sometimes overlooked: Those subsidies are merely a band-aid covering the often unaffordable cost of health care. California, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and five other states […]
Elon Musk says Neuralink will ramp up production of brain-chip implants in 2026
Elon Musk said that Neuralink implants will move to an "almost entirely automated surgical procedure in 2026."
Gen Z is 'Zebra Striping' their way out of hangovers
Gen Z is redefining drinking culture to skip hangovers entirely, prioritizing non-alcoholic options and THC drinks over a traditional boozy night out.
Opinion | Why New York City Needs Someone Like Mamdani
The new mayor is an entirely familiar type of New York politician.
Sprinkles Cupcakes is closing immediately, says the founder
Sprinkles was one of the last holdouts of the 2000s cupcake boom. The husband-and-wife cofounders sold the company to private equity in 2012.
Sports betting in Chicago to continue in 2026, after sportsbooks drop bid to immediately block tax and licensing law
Sports betting will continue uninterrupted in Chicago in 2026, after a coalition of sportsbooks dropped their effort to immediately block new taxes and licensing requirements in the city.
Amazon allows visa workers stranded in India to work remotely with restrictions. Here's what they can't do.
Amazon allows India-based employees affected by H-1B visa delays to work remotely until March, with strict restrictions on coding.
What Stranger Things gets right about wormholes
The final episode of fifth season of the Netflix series Stranger Things is out this week, and the concept of a wormhole figures largely into it. While the show is a work of fiction, theoretical wormholes have making appearances for decades not only in science fiction but in actual science.
Carolyn Petit's Top 5 Games Of 2025
This year, games that did traditional things very well and games that broke the mold completely rose to the top
Ballots, tax returns and other important mail may not get postmarked the day you turn it in, Postal Service warns
If you rely on postmarks when casting your ballot, filing your taxes or paying bills, a new US Postal Service rule makes it clear that you should plan ahead.
How to share your estimated arrival time on iPhone and Android
ETA sharing on Apple Maps and Google Maps keeps contacts updated automatically while you drive safely. Learn step-by-step instructions for iPhone and Android.
‘ARC Raiders’ Has Kept 91% Of Its Playerbase, ‘Battlefield 6’ Has Lost 85%
ARC Raiders has absolutely wild player retention, while Battlefield 6, over the same time, has lost tons of players.
UConn Health Minute: Innovative Stroke Therapy
He had played his cello at Carnegie Hall but a stroke left Peter Skaar paralyzed and barely able to hold his bow. Now thanks to an innovative procedure at U ...
Raycast is finally on Windows, and it totally changed how I use my PC
Raycast is a superpower once you get comfortable with it—and its best features are completely free!
I paid $500 to fly first class with Delta for the first time. It was great, but not worth the upgrade for a 3-hour trip.
My Delta first-class ticket included Sky Priority service, complimentary breakfast, two checked bags, and a spacious and extremely cozy seat.
Researchers find ADHD strengths linked to better mental health
New research reveals a brighter side of ADHD, showing that adults who recognize and use their strengths feel happier, healthier, and less stressed. People with ADHD were more likely to identify traits like creativity, humor, and hyperfocus as personal strengths. Across the board, using these strengths was linked to better quality of life and fewer mental health symptoms. The study suggests that embracing strengths could be a game-changer for ADHD support.
Researchers find ADHD strengths linked to better mental health
New research reveals a brighter side of ADHD, showing that adults who recognize and use their strengths feel happier, healthier, and less stressed. People with ADHD were more likely to identify traits like creativity, humor, and hyperfocus as personal strengths. Across the board, using these strengths was linked to better quality of life and fewer mental health symptoms. The study suggests that embracing strengths could be a game-changer for ADHD support.
Scientists just found the best places to look for ancient life on Mars
Mars once had sprawling river systems that rivaled major watersheds on Earth, and scientists have now identified the biggest ones for the first time. Researchers mapped 16 massive drainage basins where water likely flowed long enough to support life. Even though these areas cover just 5% of ancient Martian terrain, they account for a huge share of erosion and sediment movement. That makes them some of the most promising places to search for ancient life.
US government employee shares photo of shocking scene at workplace: 'Unfortunately, I don't think this is a unique story'
E-waste like this is a major problem for the Earth.
Opinion | The 2025 Politics Yearbook: Most Likely to Be Extreme and Chaotic
How much more chaotic could a second Trump term be? 2025 did not disappoint.
The RACER Mailbag, December 31
Welcome to the RACER Mailbag. Questions for any of RACER’s writers can be sent to mailbag@racer.com. We love hearing your comments and opinions, but letters that include a question are more likely to be published. Questions received after 3pm ET each Monday will be saved for the following week.NOTE: The...
Rockets Control Three Quarters, Pacers' Fourth Isn't Enough
Durant's 30 points fueled Houston's dominance. A late Pacers surge narrowed the gap, but Houston's control ultimately prevailed. Pacers leave empty-handed with a ninth straight loss in Houston.
Apple’s ‘Invisible AI’ Strategy Is Why 5-Star Analyst Dan Ives Sees Upside Into 2026
Apple Inc. ($AAPL) is best known for iPhones, services, and steady cash returns, not flashy AI launches. Yet that is precisely why top Wedbush analyst Dan Ives sees...
Weekly Entertainment Report: Live music and lively arts in Southern NH, Dec. 31-Jan. 4
Ring in the New Year with local music and entertainment.
GTA 6, Resident Evil 9, AI and EA: Gaming trends to watch in 2026
Next year could be hugely significant for video games - here are the big things to keep an eye on.
Flu cases are surging and rates will likely get worse, new CDC data shows
Flu season is off to a rough start this year, according to new CDC data. The virus is spreading faster than in previous years and the surge is likely to get worse. Here's what you need to know.
There’s only one story on Maine list of top sports stories of 2025
Cooper Flagg's ascension to the NBA is something our state has never seen before, and likely won't see again.
Top Bitterroot sports stories of 2025
by Scott Sacry, Sports Editor Team State Champions Every high school sports team starts the season with the same goal – win a State Championship. Unfortunately, this goal is only […]
All The Video Games I Started But Did Not Finish In 2025
If the commenters of this site and also the Defector Twitch chat are to be believed, I have many problems, but there’s one that haunts me every single day: I am terrible at finishing video games. Just an absolutely dog shit completionist, that’s what I am. I played a lot of games in 2025, thanks…
2025 has been a disaster for Windows 11 as frustrating bugs and intrusive features continue to erode trust in Microsoft’s flagship OS — something desperately needs to change
Too many bugs. Too many changes. Too little control. Windows 11's reputation might be at its lowest it's ever been as 2025 comes to a close.
Video: It's Time To Say Goodbye To The Lovely Felix-From-Nintendo-Life
Hej hej Felix!
Grading Pro Football Network’s Seven-Round Houston Texans Mock Drat
Houston Texans offense would look completely different after this class
2026 Predictions: Apple Will Reverse Its AI Slump
As AI has completely consumed the tech industry, Apple has held back from the colossal investments in the technology its peers have been making. Wall Street, pundits and media outlets have criticized and chronicled Apple’s stumbles and seeming lack of urgency in the AI arms race.Thatincludesus. ...
Scientists replayed evolution and found a surprise
Environmental change doesn’t affect evolution in a single, predictable way. In large-scale computer simulations, scientists discovered that some fluctuating conditions help populations evolve higher fitness, while others slow or even derail progress. Two populations facing different kinds of change can end up on completely different evolutionary paths. The findings challenge the idea that one population’s response can represent a whole species.
FaZe Clan's unraveling spotlights the creator economy's biggest risk
FaZe Clan's influencer exodus exposes a key risk for creator-economy companies that rely directly on talent to make money.
Chelsea v Bournemouth: Key stats and talking points
Chelsea host Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge, with the Blues aiming to beef up their home form, while the Cherries are just hoping to find any sort of form. The Premier League campaign is about to hit the halfway mark but it must feel a lot further on than that for Chelsea's players, whose off-season was massively shortened thanks to the Club World Cup campaign in June and July. Chelsea are fifth but lie 13 points behind Arsenal, and have six points fewer than they did at this stage of last season.
🎧'Absolutely incredible' - a look back on title number 20
A new hour-long special from BBC Radio Merseyside, titled 'Now, that's what we call number 20', is available to listen to and download on BBC Sounds. The programme looks back on Liverpool's record-breaking 2024-25 title-winning season, where the Reds stormed to their 20th league title in Arne Slot's first year in charge. Paul Salt and Carl Woodward reflect and offer their analysis, before the story of the campaign is told through commentary, interviews and and other soundbites from BBC Radio Merseyside's Total Sport.
The Rise Of Fake Casio Scientific Calculators
Scientific calculators are an amazing invention that take pocket calculators from being merely basic arithmetic machines to being pocket computers that can handle everything from statistics to alge…
Omaha health officials report spike in respiratory illnesses, urge early treatment
Respiratory illnesses are surging across the metro area as flu and RSV cases spike several weeks earlier than usual, prompting doctors to warn residents about the importance of seeking timely medical care.
Audit of the Financial and Operating Practices of the Joint Health Insurance Stabilization Fund
To the Residents of the City of New York, My office has audited the Health Insurance Stabilization Fund (HISF) to determine the Fund’s financial condition, whether the Fund was used for its intended purpose(s), and whether expenditures were reasonable, appropriate, adequately supported, and properly authorized. The audit found that HISF...
Jasmine Crockett touts progressive credentials in Dem Senate fight against James Talarico
Rep. Jasmine Crockett said Monday she’s the more experienced, proven progressive option for Democrats as she competes with state Rep. James Talarico for the...
South Carolina hopes to find shooting stroke vs. Albany
South Carolina knows its postseason hopes will ultimately come down to how the team performs in Southeastern Conference play, which begins Saturday with a home showdown against No. 11 Vanderbilt.
College Football Playoff Predictions: Why Quarterfinal Upsets Are Still Unlikely
FOX Sports' Michael Cohen reveals his predictions and picks for the quarterfinals of the 2025 College Football Playoff.
7 of the Biggest Moments in Public Health in 2025
The year 2025 was one of the most tumultuous ever for the healthcare industry. From the start of the second Trump administration on Jan. 20, change ensued immediately. From reconsiderations of vaccine mandates to overhauls in the makeup of a critical advisory panel to alterations of policy, public ...
States step into the breach as Obamacare subsidies lapse
Even state governments that want to help can’t completely cover rising insurance premiums.
New Rep. Thompson law cuts red tape, protects small business owners
“When we have multiple layers of bureaucracy, we are actively pushing entrepreneurs and small business owners out of our state,” said Thompson, of Brownstown Township. “This new law will support economic independence and sustainability for people who often face significant barriers to business ownership. The era of government nickel and diming hardworking people must end."
These are the underrated Apple CarPlay apps that will completely transform your experience
These are some of the best but most underrated Apple CarPlay apps that will completely transform your road trip experience
World Cup 2026: Fifa's Gianni Infantino defends ticket prices
Fifa president Gianni Infantino defends the cost of World Cup tickets following "absolutely crazy" demand from the public.
How has our unalienable right to a healthy planet become political?
Human life is intimately connected with the rest of nature.