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Watching Ukraine, NATO artillery crews learn to work drones in Arctic
NATO commanders told Business Insider that drones are useful but could never fully replace the reliability of old-fashioned artillery.
Trump’s War Lacks a Marketing Plan
Why does a president who loves selling not want to pitch this conflict?
I’m an NIH whistleblower. The scientific community cannot afford to avoid politics
“Scientists are often encouraged to avoid politics. But this advice is outdated, if it was ever correct in the first place,” writes Jenna Norton, NIH whistleblower.
Torrent Come From Behind To Beat First Place Boston
The last place Seattle Torrent beat the first place Boston Fleet erasing a pair of deficits to snap a four game losing streak.
Former Overwatch Director Breaks Silence About Sudden Departure From Blizzard
"I literally thought I'd retire from the place"
Crystal Palace sports centre revamp reaches 'key milestone'
Plans are lodged to transform the historic venue, including upgrading pools, pitches and stadium.
Basketball box scores and results, other sports results for Wednesday, March 11, 2026; Playoff schedule
WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball PIAA CLASS 6A PLAYOFFS Second Round Western Region Upper St. Clair 62, Red Lion 45 Red Lion 2 11 11 21 —...
Ravens to sign safety Jaylinn Hawkins to 2-year deal
After seeing Ar’Darius Washington and Alohi Gilman depart on the first day of free agency, the Ravens have found their replacement at safety. As first reported by ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler on Wednesday afternoon, Baltimore agreed to terms with free agent Jaylinn Hawkins on a two-year, $10 million contract. Hawkins, 28, is coming off an impressive […]
Transcript, videos: Louisville talks after topping SMU
Transcript: PAT KELSEY: A lot of credit to SMU. Andy is a really good coach. We played down at their place a couple weeks ago, and they just kicked the crap out of us. So ton of respect for them. Their offensive firepower is as good as anybody in the country. Proud of our guys. […]
LACLxS Work-in-Progress Seminar: The Politics of Everyday Conflict in Refugee Shelters
Fabricio Carrijo, a research affiliate at the Jagiellonian Centre for Migration Studies at Jagiellonian University, will give a talk titled "The Politics of Everyday Conflict in Refugee Shelters: Decolonial Perspectives from the Brazilian Amazon" for the Program in Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx Studies.
ASU head coach candidates to replace Bobby Hurley
Who are the main candidates in the running to replace Bobby Hurley as ASU's men's basketball head coach?
Beyond The Burn Zone: Maui Wildfires Cause Widespread Mental Health Issues
New research shows housing displacement and income loss were central drivers of psychological harm.
Exploring Michigan: The state's biggest family entertainment center debuts in Portage
If you're looking for fun but don't know what to do, Zap Zone XL could be the place for you.
State College Student Wins 1st Place, and a $250K Prize, in National Math and Science Competition
A State College Area School District student won first place on Tuesday night in a national math and science competition for high school seniors billed as
Severe weather closes schools, businesses for March 11
Butte School District 1 schools closed for Thursday, Friday was a previously scheduled closure.Blackfeet Community College posted the following: Due to anticipa
Opinion | Mamdani Is One of America’s Most Popular Politicians. For Now.
The new mayor is having a sunny honeymoon with New Yorkers. Will it last?
Intel shores up its desktop CPU lineup with boosted Core Ultra 200S Plus chips
New CPUs are a bit faster and a bit cheaper than the ones they replace.
WATCH | Ms. Corporate America Maryland pageant spotlighting women in business
The Ms. Corporate America pagent will take place on Saturday. President of the organization and current Ms. Corporate America, joined 7News.
WATCH | Ms. Corporate America Maryland pageant spotlighting women in business
The Ms. Corporate America pagent will take place on Saturday. President of the organization and current Ms. Corporate America, joined 7News.
Microsoft says you should build next-gen Xbox games by building them for PC.
We’re in line for Microsoft’s keynote, but look what we spotted at its booth at GDC! “Cross-platform is the future of the Xbox ecosystem,” it writes. “Build for Xbox on PC.” Again, the future of Xbox is W. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/03/20260311_085610.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/03/slack-upload-1773247555310.jpeg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/03/slack-upload-1773247563110.jpeg?quality=90&strip=all]
Special Entertainment Offer for Nonprofits
DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS® is the only national TV provider offering a programming discount to nonprofits.
Studio Display vs. Studio Display XDR Buyer's Guide
Apple's refreshed Studio Display arrives alongside the all-new Studio Display XDR, which replaces the previous Pro Display XDR. The Studio Display XDR is more than twice the price of the Studio Display, so which should you choose? Both Studio Display models offer a wide range of the same core features and are designed to provide a very similar overall experience for everyday use.
Golden Nugget owner in talks to buy out Caesars Entertainment
Reports emerged today confirming that billionaire Tilman Fertitta is in exclusive negotiations to acquire Caesars Entertainment for around $7 billion, outbidding a rival proposal from investor Carl Icahn’s firm ...
El Paso health inspectors find dozens of violations at 2 businesses
El Paso health inspectors found 39 violations at Valley Supermarket and Phoenix Palace Restaurant in February inspections.
Conflict deepens health crisis across Middle East, WHO says
More than ten days into the latest escalation of conflict in the Middle East, health systems across the Region are coming under strain as injuries and displacement rise, attacks on health care continue, and public health risks increase.
Democrat and Republican head to Georgia runoff election for Marjorie Taylor Greene’s seat
Shawn Harris to face Clay Fuller in special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress
Samsung wants Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Privacy Display users to stay cautious
Samsung has released some of the important notes about the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Privacy Display feature, which you should know before you buy this phone based on its intriguing promos and advertisements. The privacy display feature allows you to hide the on-screen content from other people while using the phone in public or crowded places. […]
Tilly music video proves AI won't be putting actors out of work soon
A year ago, AI 'actress' Tilly Norwood outraged Hollywood. The music video 'she' just released proves that AI can't replace human actors.
How a print paper from Brooklyn is trying to reach the Wall Street crowd
"People know this is a place they can turn to that they can give us that gossip," says New York Review of Finance cofounder Paige Oamek.
Has Tudor 'completely destroyed' Kinsky's career?
Tottenham replaced goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky in the 17th minute of their Champions League last-16 tie at Atletico Madrid after conceding three goals. The Czech Republic international, 22, endured a nightmare start and interim boss Igor Tudor quickly replaced him with Guglielmo Vicario. BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty, who was at the match, said he was not sure he had "ever witnessed anything quite like this" after Spurs' series of mistakes was followed by Tudor's decision to take Kinsky off.
Universe-shaking collision of black hole and neutron star could upend our understanding of monster cosmic mergers
The catastrophic collision of a black hole and a neutron star sent ripples across the universe. New analysis of those ripples could upend a major theory about how these extreme pairs form.
AI agents are rapidly spreading in health care, but validation is lacking
AI agents to perform health care work are everywhere at HIMSS 2026. Experts want to know more about their validation.
Trump-endorsed Republican Clay Fuller to face Democrat Shawn Harris in runoff to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene, CNN projects
Republican Clay Fuller will face Democrat Shawn Harris in a runoff to replace former GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District, CNN projects.
Scientists suggest modifying cars to hit fewer hedgehogs
Placing ultrasound repellants on cars could protect the spiny mammals.
Microsoft backs Anthropic in fight against the Pentagon
Microsoft said the effective blacklisting of Anthropic "imposes substantial and wide-ranging costs and risks" on the company.
Republicans face a growing conundrum on the ‘SAVE America Act’
The GOP appears stuck between a rock and a hard place when it comes to the legislation the party has dubbed the “SAVE America Act.”
Polymarket is turning to Palantir to stem illegal sports betting as insider trading scrutiny grows
The move is a reversal of the company’s previous stance that the platform could self-police.
SciVenture science fair highlights local students’ creativity and scientific thinking
It takes place Saturday, March 14 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at The Discovery.
Bill Self explains Kansas star Darryn Peterson's silence amid controversy: 'Not a black-and-white situation'
Kansas' star freshman faced injuries, cramps and national scrutiny -- and his coach revealed why he rarely spoke publicly
NVIDIA Announces RTX Mega Geometry Implementation in Witcher 4, Path Tracing for 007 First Light
NVIDIA at the 2026 GDC announced the first implementation of RTX Mega Geometry. Announced alongside its GeForce RTX 50-series "Blackwell" generation, Mega Geometry is a technology that seeks to significantly increase geometric complexity of objects or surfaces with ray tracing elements. A distant an...
‘Black rain’ in Iran prompts WHO health warning
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday warned that strikes on Iranian oil depots causing “black rain” could lead to respiratory problems as toxic pollutants disperse through the…
Debra Lee to Receive Icon Award at Black Women in Entertainment Honors (EXCLUSIVE)
Former BET chairman and CEO Debra Lee will receive the Icon Award at the inaugural Black Women in Entertainment honors ceremony. Black Women in Entertainment is a national network and inclusive collec...
Debra Lee to Receive Icon Award at Black Women in Entertainment Honors (EXCLUSIVE)
Former BET chairman and CEO Debra Lee will receive the Icon Award at the inaugural Black Women in Entertainment honors ceremony. Black Women in Entertainment is a national network and inclusive collec...
High School Students Advance from State Science and Engineering Fair to International Competition
Charleston, W.Va. - The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) is pleased to announce that Pavan Subramani from Morgantown High School (Monongalia County), Iqraa Zaman from George Washington High School (Kanawha County) and the team of Jaxon Milam and Joseph Nodurft from the Linsly School (Ohio County) have advanced from the 72nd annual West Virginia State Science and Engineering Fair (WVSSEF) to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). The state-level fair serves as the qualifier for the ISEF, and these four students will represent the Mountain State in Phoenix in May.To compete in the WVSSEF, students in Grades 3-12 had to win their local, county and regional science and engineering fairs. Today’s competition resulted in 48 first place winners, 53 second place winners and 46 third place winners. For the full detailed list, view the 2026 WVSSEF Official Results.The WVSSEF challenges students to think critically about the world around them, encouraging them to find answers to unsolved questions and address problems by introducing proactive solutions. Students are also provided the opportunity to present their projects to judges—industry professionals and university professors—to discuss the research findings, scientific methodologies and hypotheses involved in their work.“The West Virginia Science and Engineering Fair is a highlight of every school year, as it brings some of the Mountain State's most accomplished students together as a showcase of the immense talent and potential they possess," said State Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt. "These young scholars show time and time again that the future economy of West Virginia is bright. The attention to detail in every project and the passion and joy expressed by our students are truly inspiring."The WVSSEF featured 273 aspiring scientists, chemists and engineers who presented 209 projects featuring material science, animal science, plant science, physics, astronomy, engineering and more.View event photos.
WHO warns of health risks from 'black rain' in Iran
The World Health Organization warned on Tuesday that the "black rain" falling in Iran after strikes on oil facilities could cause respiratory problems, and it backed Iran’s advisory urging people to remain indoors.
Introducing Hims & Hers Benefits, Unlocking Health & Wellness Discounts for Subscribers
The program debuts with Prenuvo and Eight Sleep, providing discounts on advanced diagnostics and sleep technology Hims Hers Health, Inc. (NYSE: HIMS), the leading health and wellness platform, today announced Hims Hers Benefits, a new way for subscribers to access the best innovations in whole body health. This new initiative provides active subscribers access to discounts from health partners, all in one place, including whole body MRI scans from Prenuvo and adaptive bed systems from Eight Sleep. This is just the beginning of a larger benefits program that will make comprehensive, holistic care more accessible and affordable for subscribers. “True health doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It’s the result of the data you gather, the insights you can access, and the daily choices you make,” said Dheerja Kaur, Chief Product Officer at Hims Hers. “By leveraging our scale, we’re bringing health and wellness innovations like Prenuvo’s whole body MRI scans and Eight Sleep’s
NASA Invites Media to 63rd Annual Goddard Space Science Symposium
Media are invited to attend the 63rd annual Goddard Space Science Symposium, taking place Thursday, March 12, and Friday, March 13, at the National Housing
Scientists 'Re-Watch' Videos Seen by Mice by Studying Their Brains
A free episode idea for Black Mirror.
Game Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins @ Carolina Hurricanes 3/10/2026
Who: Pittsburgh Penguins (31-17-14, 76 points, 3rd place Metropolitan Division) @ Carolina Hurricanes (35-22-5, 75 points, 5th place Atlantic Division) When: 7:00 p.m. ET How to Watch: Local broadcasts on FanDuel Sports Network South and SportsNet Pittsburgh, streaming on ESPN+ Pens’ Path Ahead: The Penguins are heading out West later this week to play some late-night games against […]
Market to elevate Black-owned vendors at NFL Draft
The Cocoapreneur Market is set for April 23-25 at the Pitt Building in Downtown.
Black Rain and Health Fears After Strikes on Iran Fuel Depots
Health experts warn of long-term respiratory and neurological risks as smoke from burning oil spreads across the region.
Georgia special election to replace MTG tests the power of Trump's endorsement
Voting ends Tuesday night in the district that former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene left this year after a feud with President Trump. It's unclear if his pick will win her spot.
Muir has 'more to give' after Olympic near misses
The frustration of two fourth-placed finishes at the Winter Olympics can be a "big motivation" for Kirsty Muir, with the Scottish freestyle skier insisting she has "a lot more to give".
Former UFC champion expected more from White House fight card
With the official announcement of the fight card for the UFC White House event, fans and fighters have been weighing in with mixed reactions. The six-bout event takes place during the America Freedom 250 celebration on June 14 on the White House lawn. It features two world fights, but former UFC ...
Frank Nazar Scores In Overtime, Blackhawks Beat Mammoth 3-2
Quentin Tarantino rips Rosanna Arquette for criticizing his use of N-word in films
Quentin Tarantino is hitting back at Rosanna Arquette after the 'Pulp Fiction' star knocked his use of the N-word in his films, accusing the actress of seeking 'publicity' and having a 'lack of class.'
Anthropic executives say Pentagon blacklisting could hit billions in sales, harm reputation
Anthropic executives said the U.S. government's blacklisting of the AI firm could cut its 2026 revenue by multiple billions of dollars and cause reputational harm.
Fresno business owners say city support falls short as break-ins, vandalism persist
Tonight –growing frusteration from business owners in fresno.Some say theyre fed up with what they call a lack of help from the city when it comes to break-ins
Meta removes UK politics deepfake pages after BBC investigation
The warning comes as work to spot and combat deepfakes ahead of the Senedd election is taking place.
LSA needs to scrap its natural science requirement
To meet LSA’s natural science requirement, most students select two of these courses and exert the minimum effort needed to acquire an A — which could be a problem because most feel they’re learning next to nothing. LSA’s natural science course requirement forces students to take classes they lack interest in and fails to achieve any meaningful development of natural science skills or knowledge. It should be scrapped.
MacBook Neo Availability Continues to Tighten Ahead of Launch
If you want a MacBook Neo for delivery on Wednesday, March 11 launch day, but have yet to place an order, you might be out of luck. MacBook Neo pre-orders began March 4, and the initial delivery date was March 11. But now, Apple's online store in the U.S. shows that MacBook Neo orders placed today are estimated to be delivered between March 17 and March 31. Here are the estimated delivery dates for each configuration as of 5:45 p.m.
Poll: Most Americans oppose war in Iran, but most Republicans support it
A majority of Americans oppose the United States' military action in Iran, according to a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. However, that opposition breaks down along party lines, with a majority of Republicans saying they support the war. We discuss whether the lack of public support could alter President Trump's next steps and how the war could affect this year's midterm elections.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Exotic prime numbers could be hiding inside black holes
A new paper makes the strange case for prime numbers at the heart of physics.
SIC - SEARCH IGAMING CONFERENCE, April 16 Cyprus
Limassol, Cyprus, April 16th, 2026, FinanceWireSIC - SEARCH IGAMING CONFERENCESearch iGaming Conference (SIC) to Take Place i...
Fitness Meets Franchise: The Business Model Behind Iron Bodyfit’s 25-Minute Workout
Today, Iron Bodyfit’s black-and-red studios are not just places to train but also an emerging opportunity for small business ownership in a competitive market.
Multivitamins reduce pace of biological aging: study
The study adds to growing evidence that older adults might benefit from taking multivitamins, especially if their diet is lacking nutrients.
Urban salsa music pioneer Willie Colón remembered at New York funeral
Family, friends and fans are gathering for the funeral of urban salsa music pioneer Willie Colón. A public Mass took place Monday morning at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York
Urban salsa music pioneer Willie Colón remembered at New York funeral
Family, friends and fans are gathering for the funeral of urban salsa music pioneer Willie Colón. A public Mass took place Monday morning at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York
Business for Good 2026
Maine companies are increasingly recognizing that success is measured by more than profit alone. Research shows that people value businesses that operate responsibly by protecting the environment, supporting their communities, and fostering workplaces built on shared purpose. Business for Good spotlights the Maine organizations, large and small, that are driving positive change through community involvement, responsible growth, and purpose-driven leadership.
College football's most underrated coaches in 2026: Rhett Lashlee, Jeff Brohm among playoff hopefuls
These coaches seldom have lackluster seasons, but aren't often mentioned among the nation's best
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Georgia's special congressional election
Voters in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District will elect a replacement for former Republican congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene in a special election on Tuesday
Politicians are starting to pay a lot more attention to the plight of white-collar workers
Rapid advancements in AI have industry and political leaders warning of massive job displacement for white-collar workers. It could reshape U.S. politics.
BCT Entertainment Expands Lighting Inventory With Elation PARAGON, PULSE And SŌL
Anaheim-based production company BCT Entertainment is strengthening its position as a premium supplier of professional lighting solutions with a large investment in Elation’s newest generation of l | With continued growth and a strong start to 2026, BCT is placing greater emphasis on serving the touring and festival market.
After UnitedHealth moved in, Oregon sought to rein in corporate health care. Now, it’s facing an early test
PeaceHealth's move to replace ER doctors with ApolloMD clinicians is testing a new state law limiting corporate medicine.
Labour in ‘deep trouble’ with Black voters, Operation Black Vote chair warns
David Weaver says proposed jury reforms and slow progress on equality risk eroding support in marginal seats
Neel: Politics has become a product
Once, politics was about ideas, debate and action. Today, it increasingly feels like a marketplace. Candidates, causes and even movements are packaged, marketed and sold like consumer goods. Everything from slogans to social media posts is designed less to solve problems than to capture attention, gain followers and generate revenue. The thingification of politics, the...
'Dreaming Whilst Black' creator Adjani Salmon on calling out the entertainment industry
"It just felt right to reflect the times."
Apple Studio Display XDR vs. Apple Studio Display (2026): What's the Difference?
Apple’s 2026 display shakeup replaces the elite 32-inch 6K Pro Display XDR with a 27-inch 5K Studio Display XDR, while also updating the standard Studio Display. Here’s how Apple's two new creator monitors stack up.
Is It Time To Reassess Accel Entertainment (ACEL) After Mixed Returns And Fair Value Signals
If you are looking at Accel Entertainment and wondering whether the current price reflects its true worth, you are in the right place to unpack what the market might be implying about the stock. The shares most recently closed at US$11.70, with returns of 3.0% over 7 days, 3.7% over 30 days, 2.9% year to date, 15.4% over 1 year, 32.2% over 3 years, and a 4.2% decline over 5 years. Taken together, these figures give you a mixed picture of how sentiment has shifted over different time...
Annual ice hockey tournament raises funds for free mental health care for first responders
Rochester, N.Y. — The third annual Guardian’s Cup took place at Tim Hortons Iceplex this weekend.This year's tournament featured 32 teams of first responders a
The FBI Warns Americans To Replace These Wi-Fi Routers
According to the FBI, if you have certain older Wi-Fi routers from Linksys or Cisco, consider replacing them to avoid known vulnerabilities to malware.
Georgia Tech firing Damon Stoudamire: Yellow Jackets set to move on after last-place finish in ACC
The Yellow Jackets will start over after Stoudamire's three-year tenure. The program has only had two good seasons in conference play in the past 20 years.
Readers respond: Trump administration assaults science, health care
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
Readers respond: Trump administration assaults science, health care
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
Despite challenges, Black-owned beer businesses still hopping in Atlanta
Headwinds, closures and overall industry struggles aren’t blowing the buzz for the city’s Black craft beer community.
Broward children lack hospital choices. Parents want state to force Florida Blue to negotiate
Broward County parents are contacting insurance regulators and legislators, trying to force the state to intervene in a contract dispute between the hospital systems and insurer Florida Blue
Scientists stunned to find signs of ancient life in a place no one expected
While exploring ancient seabeds in Morocco, scientists discovered strange wrinkle-like textures in deep-water sediments that shouldn’t have been there. These structures are usually made by sunlight-loving microbial mats in shallow waters. But the rocks formed far below the reach of light, suggesting a different explanation. Evidence points to chemosynthetic microbes—organisms powered by chemical reactions—creating the mats in the dark depths of an ancient ocean.
How 231 songs reveal we don’t become ourselves alone: Jan Risher
She counted 231 songs on her playlist. Each one carries a person, a place — and a reminder that we don’t become ourselves alone.
Readers respond: Medicare’s broken system for home health care
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
Braving conflict to protect children from polio in Gaza: women at the frontline of the response
In July 2024, amid ongoing conflict and widespread displacement in the Gaza Strip, variant poliovirus – with links to poliovirus found in Egypt – was detected in wastewater in Khan Younis and Deir al Balah for the...
Passkeys were supposed to replace passwords, but they're failing for the most predictable reason
It was meant to make things easier.
Cowboys news: Dallas places 2nd-round tender on Brandon Aubrey
Your Sunday morning Cowboys news.
More than ever, Broadway is 'reflecting who we are' as Americans
The theater has long been a place where the nation goes to work through social tensions of the moment. Here's how Broadway holds a mirror to America.
How to follow Chinese Grand Prix on the BBC
All the key BBC coverage details for round two of the Formula 1 season at the Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai, which takes place from 13-15 March.
Millions of jobs vulnerable as ‘silver tsunami’ looms over US small businesses, experts warn
Nearly half of U.S. small-business owners are 55 or older, and with many lacking succession plans, jobs and local economies could face disruptions in the coming decade, experts warn.
Why aren't mammals as colorful as reptiles, birds or fish?
Many mammals have fur the color of brown and black. Why don't they have more exotic colors, like purple and neon pink?
The Mystery Black Sensor Pogačar Wore at Strade Bianche Might Not Be What You Think It Is
Pogačar kicked up a storm of speculation about the bicep sensor he wore at Strade Bianche. We found out what it actually is.
Girls & Science Kick-Off 2026
The CBS Colorado event on March 6 took place at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science.
A perfectly balanced atom just broke one of nuclear physics’ biggest rules
Physicists have discovered a surprising new “Island of Inversion” in a place no one expected: among nuclei where the number of protons equals the number of neutrons. For decades, these strange regions—where atomic nuclei abandon their usual orderly structure and become strongly deformed—were thought to exist only in highly neutron-rich isotopes far from stability. But experiments on molybdenum isotopes revealed that molybdenum-84 behaves dramatically differently from its close neighbor molybdenum-86, even though they differ by just two neutrons.