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Essays: Prices, Volumes, And Passion: The Business Of Watches In 2025 And What To Expect In 2026
How the watch industry navigated its most structurally challenging year in a decade and what to look out for in 2026.
Photos: Raiderettes and Intermountain Children's Health toy drive
The Raiderettes partnered with Intermountain Health to host a toy drive for young children and their families facing health challenges.
Midseason women's college basketball awards: MVP, most improved and more
UConn, Texas, UCLA and South Carolina all look capable of making the Final Four again. Who else should be recognized at the season's halfway point?
Apple's 2026 could be pivotal — and shape CEO Tim Cook's legacy
Tim Cook's tenure as Apple CEO could be defined by how he navigates an AI arms race, the future of the iPhone, and other key challenges.
Takeaways from Iowa’s 70-67 loss to Minnesota
Bennett Stirtz scored 21 points in the second half as the Hawks couldn’t come back against a feisty Gopher squad
Seedy K’s GameCap: Duke
It was a Dickensian nightmare. The best of times. The worst of times. A Tale of Two Halves. So, the answer to the question I’ve been asked over and over again for the last several weeks is . . . . . . “No it is apparent we are not ready to beat Duke.” * […]
Lenovo is building an AI assistant that ‘can act on your behalf’
Qira, Lenovo’s biggest AI push yet, is designed to live across Lenovo laptops and Motorola phones.
Brain Health Challenge: Workouts to Strengthen Your Brain
To strengthen your brain, exercise is essential. Today, we’ll help you find a new routine.
Iowa Business Council reports positive economic outlook for 2026
Results of its fourth quarter survey show members are optimistic about the economic road ahead, though challenges remain.
NC teacher's killing renews call for state mental health funding, policy
Gov. Josh Stein is calling on state lawmakers to focus more on treating people with mental health issues that pose a risk to the public. Stein's comments come days after Zoe Welsh, a long-time science teacher at the private Ravenscroft School, was killed in her home. Ryan Camacho, who is charged in her death, had a history of mental health challenges, according to court records.
FSU opens the doors to its College of Business facility, a 'legacy'
The event came ahead of spring classes starting Jan. 7, where the doors of the College of Business’s new building will open to 10,000-plus students.
NC Secretary of State calls for new budget to keep up with business registrations
New business formations reached record pace in North Carolina in the second half of 2025. Elaine Marshall says her team needs more staff to handle all the paperwork.
Wojnarowski Elected To National Sports Media Hall of Fame
Adrian Wojnarowski, one of the most influential figures in modern sports journalism, has been elected to the National Sports Media Association Hall of Fame.
Ex-UFC champ Lawler to advise XFC fighters
UFC Hall of Fame fighter Robbie Lawler joins the board of directors of Xtreme One Entertainment, Inc., the parent company of regional MMA promotion Xtreme Fighting Championships.
Herald-Leader’s Jon Hale named 2025 Kentucky Sportswriter of the Year
Since joining the Herald-Leader in 2022, Hale has established himself as the authority on all things UK football.
Trump administration halting $10 billion in social service funding to 5 Democratic states
Medical groups' challenge to Kennedy-backed vaccine policies can proceed, US judge rules
A federal judge on Tuesday ruled that several major medical organizations can move forward with their lawsuit challenging policies adopted under U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy that they say will lower vaccination rates.
Portland Council Greenlights New Entertainment Venue Fee After Live Nation Uproar
PORTLAND, Maine — The Portland City Council unanimously approved a new fee Monday targeting large entertainment venues, a policy born directly out of the heated public fight over a proposed Live Nation concert hall. The ordinance creates a new licensing category for venues holding more than 2,000 people and requires them to pay between 1%
11,000-year-old dog skulls reveal a hidden origin story
Dogs began diversifying thousands of years earlier than previously believed, with clear differences in size and shape appearing over 11,000 years ago. A massive global analysis of ancient skulls shows that early dogs were already adapting to different roles in human societies. This challenges the idea that dog diversity is mainly a product of recent breeding. Instead, it points to a long process of coevolution between humans and their earliest canine companions.
Is it too ‘late’ to celebrate America 250?
Americans seem to be feeling very “late” these days. “Late-stage capitalism” has for a few years been the catchall for the indignities and inconveniences of life for workers and consumers. It is no…
FEMA planning exercise envisioned deep workforce cuts, adding to uncertainty around agency’s future
Federal Emergency Management Agency leaders were told to prepare for a possible gutting of their workforce — by as much as half — in the coming months, according to an internal email sent to top FEMA officials last month.
Hornets torch Thunder in OKC, bring talk of historic season to screeching halt
Talk of OKC passing Golden State's record of 73 wins should be officially put to bed after Monday night.
Brain Health Challenge: Try the MIND Diet
Today, we’ll show you how to eat more of them.
NFL: Half of the top 10 highest-paid QBs missed the playoffs, but their big contracts weren't the problem
Harris Health hosts town hall meeting to discuss Ben Taub expansion involving Hermann Park
Harris Health is hosting a town hall meeting Monday night in Harris County Precinct 2 to discuss plans to use eminent domain to acquire a portion of Hermann Park for the expansion of Ben Taub Hospital.
How Philanthropy Builds Legitimacy, Unity In Family Business Succession: Part One
The article notes that the families benefiting the most from philanthropic planning treat it as far more than about tax. This is the first half of a feature delving into the links between philanthropy and business succession.
Man charged with murder of Ravenscroft teacher had history of mental health challenges
According to court documents, Ryan Camacho has a lengthy criminal history going back more than a decade in both Wake and Durham counties. Court records show Camacho has been arrested more than 20 times.
SF legacy business restaurant shuts down after more than 50 years on Embarcadero
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — A legacy San Francisco restaurant is no longer in business after more than half a century on the Embarcadero. The Waterfront Restaurant at Pier 7 officially closed on D…
Former Star Tribune columnist Sid Hartman honored
Former Star Tribune columnist Sid Hartman, who died in October 2020 at age 100, is selected for National Sports Media Association Hall of Fame
Amanda Seyfried had no idea why Timothée Chalamet thanked Kylie Jenner in awards speech
Amanda Seyfried wasn't sure why Timothée Chalamet thanked his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, for their 'foundation' during his Critics Choice Awards speech: 'I was curious about that.'
UNC legend Tyler Hansbrough elected to North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame
Former North Carolina star Tyler Hansbrough has been elected as one of 11 members of the 2026 North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame class, set for induction on May 1 in Greensboro.
US capture of Maduro divides Latin America, thrilling Trump's allies and threatening his foes
Through a combination of tariffs, sanctions and military force, he has pressured Latin American leaders to advance his administration's goals of combating drug trafficking, halting immigration, securing strategic natural resources and countering the influence of Russia and China.
Houston's Sampson, FSU's Hamilton, UNC's Hansbrough headline 2026 class for NC Sports Hall of Fame
Timothée Chalamet now has a ‘partner’
While winning acting awards isn’t rare for Timothée Chalamet, talking about Kylie Jenner, his lady love has been … until now.
Gov. Josh Stein endorses Charlotte NC Rep. Carla Cunningham’s challenger
Cunningham will face two challengers in the Democratic primary March 3.
The AUX Wellness Collective seeks to increase visibility and business in the new year
Since opening in May, The AUX, a Black-owned wellness collective dedicated to racial equity has faced challenges of visibility and awareness from the
Philosophy to the Rescue of Science
The pessimistic meta-induction—the argument that since past scientific theories have been shown to be false, we should expect that today’s will turn out false, too—makes the New York Times. . Elay Shech, professor of philosophy at Auburn University, takes up the topic in the context of current political disputes about science and our government’s seemingly increasing disregard of expertise: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the secretary of health and human services, made a version of this argument in August when defending his decision to halt hundreds of millions of dollars in mRNA vaccine development despite the objections of vaccine scientists. He said that “science is always evolving” and the experts could not always be trusted. Shech accepts that “many widely accepted [scientific] theories have been discarded” but that the question, “why should we trust the ones we have now?” is misleading. Why? It implies that the only possible attitudes toward science are naïve faith and wholesale pessimism. It assumes that science is a single global entity that rises or falls all at once, when in reality, science is an array of local domains of inquiry, each with its own standards of evidence and degrees of reliability. In place of skepticism, Shech recommends “disciplined trust.” The first step in the direction of disciplined trust is recognizing that “there is no single scientific method used in all of science.” Shech writes: Newton’s deduction from observed phenomena is very different from Darwin’s inference to the best explanation, which in turn differs radically from Einstein’s thought experiments with light beams, trains and elevators. What people call “the scientific method” is really many distinct ways of investigating the world—different strategies for representing, experimenting and classifying. Since different areas of science employ different methods and rely on different kinds of evidence, to make a case for skepticism “you need to look at the evidence and methods in a specific area of inquiry.” And that case will not be “a sweeping claim about all of science” but rather about that particular area of inquiry with, for example, what might turn out to be “well-understood methodological problems.” Shech’s piece is “Science Keeps Changing, So Why Should We Trust It?” (NYT gift link). Discussion welcome (readers are advised to keep in..
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company Completes Transition to Private Ownership
/PRNewswire/ -- Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company, the only resort, entertainment, and media company centered around the power of professional...
Hansbrough, Pope Elected To NC Sports Hall Of Fame - University of North Carolina Athletics
A pair of former Tar Heel standouts – men's basketball forward Tyler Hansbrough and men's soccer defender Eddie Pope – are two of 11 newly elected members of...
Mansfield STEM school shows science is for all kids, despite headwinds facing education
Springmill STEM Elementary School in Mansfield has special learning spaces and approaches to teaching, but, it's not immune to challenges facing urban schools across the state and country.
Mansfield STEM school shows science is for all kids, despite headwinds facing education
Springmill STEM Elementary School in Mansfield has special learning spaces and approaches to teaching, but, it's not immune to challenges facing urban schools across the state and country.
NC state retirees challenged health plan benefit changes 13 years ago. They’re still fighting.
North Carolina government retirees continue with 2012 class-action lawsuit challenging state health plan changes
Lakers, Luka Dončić push past Grizzlies behind second-half surge
The Lakers take down the Grizzlies 120-114 for the second night in three days
Matchday Musings: Sunderland’s Gritty Point at Spurs
I for one will continue to embrace self-congratulation. Sitting on 30 points, on the cusp of the European spots with just shy of half the season remaining, is nothing short of remarkable.
Mike Tomlin ties Steelers Hall of Fame coach Chuck Noll on all-time career wins list
Tomlin has joined NFL and Steelers royalty in the record book
Roundtable Reactions: Ravens lead Steelers at halftime
Baltimore Beatdown’s staff reacts to the first half of the Ravens’ win-or-go-home matchup with the Steelers.
The new Ultraloq smart lock uses both your face and your palm to let you in
Xthings is launching a smart lock that reads your palm and a new camera that works on HaLow Wi-Fi for extended range at CES
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.
Sunday Sports: JCC women’s basketball marches into second half of season
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Between The Lines: Vikings 16, Packers 3
Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett was joined by Ben Leber to break down the Vikings win over the Packers during Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season.
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."
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.
Prep talk: Cleveland wants to challenge ECR, Birmingham for City Section soccer title
Cavaliers, led by Anderson Carranza, face El Camino Real on Wednesday in West Valley League soccer opener.
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.
Economic, business and technological predictions for 2026: Michael Weidokal
2026 will be another crucial year for our Northeast Ohio region, our country and the world. While there is a great deal of trepidation entering 2026 (with good reason), there are also many reasons to hope that this can be a year in which we reduce the level of political and economic risk in the world. Hopefully, our political and business leaders will work together to tackle the challenges we will inevitably face in 2026, and to take advantage of the opportunities that the new year will bring, writes guest columnist Michael Weidokal.
‘Chief of War’ and Fiji tribute cap memorable year for entertainment
A groundbreaking historical drama set during the epic power struggle to unify the Hawaiian islands; a record-breaking concert at the Tom Moffatt Waikiki Shell; a spotlight on island playwrights; and the return of the Blaisdell Concert Hall as a major performance venue after a $10 million improvement project are among the most memorable entertainment events of 2025.
Pensacola things to do: Beach Run Half Marathon; Mardi Gras Coachella
Seven days out is your guide to entertainment events, concerts, festivals and activities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
‘Speaking the language of science’: Father Spitzer on Guadalupe tilma, Eucharistic miracles at SEEK
College students at SEEK 2026 packed a hall to hear Father Robert Spitzer, SJ, examine scientific research into Eucharistic miracles and the tilma of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Patients Air Their Concerns During Healthcare Town Hall as Logan Health Providers Look to Unionize
Union representatives sat in front of a room full of patients and healthcare providers on Saturday afternoon, listening as members of the audience shared their personal experiences receiving care at Logan Health facilities. Organizers from the Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD) hosted the town hall to hear the opinions of patients as Logan […]
The Rare British Roadster That Helped Inspire The Mazda Miata
Modestly powered and fun to drive, the Lotus Elan was the inspiration behind the Mazda Miata, and it came to life because of automotive journalist Bob Hall.
Buccaneers hold off Panthers in rain, will win NFC South if Falcons lose Sunday
Tampa Bay halted its tailspin over the second half of the season when it mattered most, but the NFC South and No. 4 seed won't be decided until Sunday's Falcons-Saints game.
Watch the Saginaw Spirit Live on the Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network
Tonight the Saginaw Spirit begin the first half of a back-to-back home weekend at the Dow Event Center when the Spirit host the Soo Greyhounds.
Full-length Replay: Big East Women's: Seton Hall at UConn
No. 1 Huskies (13-0, 4-0) host the Pirates (9-4, 3-1) in this Big East rivalry at PeoplesBank Arena.
Wolfhounds beat Clovers in Celtic Challenge derby
Holders Wolfhounds score four tries to secure a bonus-point 24-7 win over Irish rivals Clovers in Saturday's Celtic Challenge derby in Galway.
Opinion | Can We Really Afford to Let Health Care Get Any Worse?
With Trump’s health care cuts, I traveled to Ohio, Mississippi and Alabama — and encountered devastated families bracing for even more difficult challenges.
The Year in Neanderthal Discoveries
They drew with crayons, possibly fed on maggots and maybe even kissed us: Forty millenniums later, our ancient human cousins continued to make news.
Berkshire CEO Greg Abel's 3 big challenges in Warren Buffett's wake
Now that Warren Buffett has stepped aside, Greg Abel has to deal with a huge cash pile, a suite of new responsibilities, and a unique company culture.
UAH women’s basketball makes history with wild overtime win against defending GSC champs
UAH (12-3, 7-0) will host Christian Brothers (3-8, 0-5) on Sunday. Tipoff is set for 2 p.m. at Spragins Hall in Huntsville.
Snow removal business booms amid snowy winter
While the frequent snowfall this winter has been challenging for many residents, local snow removal businesses are experiencing their busiest season in years.
Dolphins-Patriots Preview
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) The New England Patriots' regular-season finale will be the biggest game of their season. It has been preceded by a challenging week off the field.
Residents push back on UAF’s plan to sell Bristol Bay’s Applied Science building
UAF presented to the community its intention to sell the secondary campus building at a town hall meeting last month.
Hall of Fame Resort and Entertainment Company starts new year as private company
The company completed a merger on Jan. 1 and is now owned by HOFV Holdings.
Alaska Science Forum: A whale of a mammoth tale
The youngest mammoth fossil ever found in mainland Alaska is from a creature that died 13,000 years ago.
Trump’s super PAC builds a nearly $300 million cash stockpile – fueling unrivaled fundraising pace
A super PAC aligned with President Donald Trump raised more than $102 million during the last half of 2025 and has built more than $294 million in cash reserves that it can deploy to help shape this year’s midterm elections, newly filed records show.
CFP overreactions: Indiana's Curt Cignetti on Hall of Fame track
The quarterfinal round of the College Football Playoff provided plenty of material for overreactions
Meet the 2026 Business Awards & Hall of Fame honorees
Meet the six honorees who will be recognized at the Business Awards & Hall of Fame, hosted by Business Report and Junior Achievement in March. These are this year’s winners, selected by a panel of independent community judges. All of this year’s honorees will be profiled in the March edition of Business Report and honored […]
Third Eye Blind, Alex Nester highlight Sunday’s gameday entertainment
Third Eye Blind will take the stage for halftime, while Alex Nester will perform the National Anthem.
ASUS Announce Price Hikes From January 5, 2026
ASUS has announced that they will be increasing prices on various products from January 5th, including the ROG Ally, due to industry challenges.
Apple Announces New Fitness+ Workout Programs, Strava Challenge, and More
Apple today announced a number of updates to Apple Fitness+ and activity with the Apple Watch. The key announcements include: New Year limited-edition award: Users can win the award by closing all three Activity Rings for seven days in a row in January. "Quit Quitting" Strava challenge: Available in Strava throughout January, users who log 12 workouts anytime in the month will win an Apple Watch badge in the app.
Zohran Mamdani Supporters Celebrate “Politics of Optimism” at His Inauguration
Tens of thousands of New Yorkers braved freezing temperatures and police barricades to be part of Zohran Mamdani’s inauguration as mayor on New Year’s Day. Democracy Now! spoke with many Mamdani supporters, including a high school student and Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, about what the day represented to them, their hopes for the new administration and how it could set a model for progressives across the country. “Organized people will always be more powerful than organized money,” said Diana Moreno, a fellow democratic socialist who is running for Mamdani’s vacant seat in the New York State Assembly.
Woodburn High winter sports roundup: Fresh faces, multiple takedowns
As the winter sports season heats up, Woodburn High School’s winter sports are seeing both early success and challenges. Whether it’s the girls wrestling squad dominating tournaments or the boys […]
George Mason ‘Stepping up’ to challenges of A10 play
Despite roster changes and injuries, the Patriots have met every test and trial head-on this season.
Affordability and other political challenges continue into 2026
In New York City, Mayor Zohran Mamdani is vowing to govern “audaciously.”
Pander to Trump or Fight Back? A Preview of Politics in 2026
The year ahead will show if global governments follow Trump’s lead or start to challenge his MAGA agenda.
An insider’s take on ‘Hamilton’ — when not everything goes as planned
“Hamilton” plays Madison’s Overture Hall Jan. 6-18. A.D. Weaver talks how the musical resonates now, and what happens when things go wrong.
St. Raphael’s Church announces season of dining and entertainment
St. Raphael’s Episcopal Church has announced a full lineup of special events for the 2026 season, marking a joyful return to the church’s parish hall. With a mix of beloved traditions and exciting live entertainment, the season is designed to keep the community well fed and thoroughly entertained. “We are thrilled to be back in […]
Surging left-wing party challenges politics-as-usual in Germany
The rise of the nationalist far right has alarmed many Germans, but “The Left” party is most popular with young voters, posing a challenge to the centrist establishment.
Get up to speed on what you missed in NC politics over the holidays
We’ve got updates on property tax reform, lawsuits against the Trump administration, new challengers in Republican primaries and more.
Durant leads Rockets past Nets for fourth straight victory
Kevin Durant had 22 points and a season-high 11 assists, Amen Thompson scored 23 points and the Houston Rockets beat the Brooklyn Nets 120-96 on Thursday night for their fourth straight victory. Alperen Sengun had 20 points, six rebounds and six assists after a two-game absence for the Rockets, who started fast in both halves to win in Brooklyn for the first time in seven years.
Aberdare woman swaps personal trainer for AI ahead of half marathon
Could AI be changing the fitness industry by offering a cheaper alternative to personal trainers?
Cherry Street business owner says changing shopping habits hurt sales in 2025
Magnolia Soap and Bath Company, located on Cherry Street, recently celebrated five years in business, and has grown to three locations. But owner, Scottie Lawrence, says 2025 brought unexpected challenges like slowing sales.
First Half Open Thread: Sugar Be Sweet
It’s almost time to kick things off in New Orleans. A few pregame notes: Your game captains are: Gunner Stockton, Drew Bobo, Nate Frazier and Christen Miller. Colbie Young and Ethan Barbour are both warming up and moving around looking for all the world as if they are both full-go. That’s certainly not bad news. […]
A One Health trial design to accelerate Lassa fever vaccines
Nature Medicine - We propose an interdisciplinary framework to address the considerable challenges that are restricting the development of vaccines for zoonotic diseases with epidemic potential.
Online sports betting in Chicago to continue as lawsuit challenging city tax proceeds
Maine's minimum wage hike sparks debate on economy and local business challenges
As of New Year's Day, the state's minimum wage has increased to 15 dollars and 10 cents per hour.