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Governor’s Computer Science Institute opens applications for rising 9th and 10th graders
Applications are now open for the Governor's Computer Science Institute (GCSI) for rising 9th and 10th graders.
This week in HS Sports: Patrick Nix following God’s call into another area of ministry
Why now was the right time for Patrick Nix to leave high school coaching and follow the Lord's lead
LEGO’s First Smart Brick Star Wars Sets Are Up for Preorder
Everything you need to know to preorder the upcoming Star Wars-themed SMART Play LEGO sets, with SMART Bricks, tags, and minifigures.
Al Michaels to return to Prime Video for 2026
Prime Video management confirmed to SBJ late Thursday night that Al Michaels will return to call games for Prime Video for the 2026 NFL season.
Samsung Confirms New Options For Android Users After Gmail Issues
Decision time for Android users as Google’s AI completely takes over your smartphone.
How Trump's tariffs ricochet through a Southern California business park
America's trade wars forced Robert Luna to hike prices on the rustic wooden Mexican furniture he sells from a crowded warehouse here, while down the street, Eddie Cole scrambled to design new products to make up for lost sales on his Chinese-made motorcycle accessories.
Android will soon let you set a calling card for yourself
Finally gaining parity with Apple's Contact Poster
Basketball and hockey headline exciting night for high school sports
D.C. Everest hockey, Rhinelander boys basketball and Edgar girls basketball all won on Thursday
CES 2026: Would you spend $9K on this OLED smart purse?
Check out the handbag for the elite who want something that no one else has.
US Politics Newsletter: Trump's power plays in Venezuela and Greenland
This was originally published in the U.S. Politics newsletter which is issued every Thursday.Sign up here to learn about the latest updates and what they mean in U.S. politics.
How Iowa’s U.S. representatives voted on health care subsidies bill
The subsidies expired at the end of 2025 and were enhanced during the COVID-19 pandemic, increasing financial assistance for people already eligible and expanding eligibility for others.
Tempe salad shop, popular Phoenix gastropub receive perfect health inspection scores
While there are no restaurants on this week's Dirty Dining list, several eateries received perfect scores from Maricopa County health inspectors.
Blacksburg High School student’s bird research ranks him semifinalist in prestigious science contest
A Blacksburg High School student was recently placed as one of the top 300 science students in the country, his award-winning research fueled by a longtime hobby turned career passion.
House passes bill to extend health care subsidies in defiance of GOP leaders
In a remarkable rebuke of Republican leadership, the House passed legislation Thursday, 230-196, that would extend expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act.
ChatGPT unveils new health tool for doctors
Physicians can use the new products to access medical research and patient data securely.
Oregon secretary of state asks for $25M to implement historic campaign finance law, warns final price tag could be higher
A top agency official acknowledged that the agency couldn’t “provide a detailed cost estimate” or account for the law’s “ongoing costs."
Dave Walls introduced as WDBJ7 sports director
Southwest Virginia TV veteran Dave Walls is WDBJ7’s new sports director, making his debut Thursday, January 8, 2026.
Search firm did not like health, structure of Falcons football operation
The Falcons' lack of success on the field was the driving force behind the search firm reviews and the conclusions to move in a new direction.
I finally found smart glasses I like wearing at CES
After getting motion sickness from most smart glasses, I'm happy to report that the Even G2 feel as good as they look.
Hands-on: IKEA’s simple smart home tech rocks, but Google Home holds it back [Gallery]
IKEA took to CES for the first time ever this year in an effort to show off its new smart...
Over Republican objections, US House poised to pass health subsidy renewal
The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday was poised to pass Democratic-backed legislation that would restore expired healthcare subsidies, as millions of Americans face significant price hikes for coverage.
Riverside Casino announces 2026 entertainment lineup
Iowa City’s casino celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, and has announced some of its headlining acts.
Can the Browns get their coaching search right?: Thursday’s Sports 4 CLE
Check out today's show, brought to you by Tri-C, live at 4 p.m., or watch later on as host Dave Bacon leads discussions on the big issues in Cleveland sports.
Political Points: Tracking North Central Florida politics, campaigns, and governance
WCJB TV20 provides regular updates on the latest news in politics, campaigns, and governance across North Central Florida.
Former local business owner gets prison time for child porn charges
Last October, he pleaded guilty to four counts of pandering sexually-oriented material involving a minor.
Super smart dogs learn by eavesdropping
Like toddlers, some dogs can learn words by simply listening to humans talk.
HBO renews beloved series before next season even airs
HBO has revealed the fate of a popular drama series
Creators of beloved Netflix show on potential return: ‘Never say never’
.The iconic show's finale was released on New Year's Eve.
The Stacey Abrams era in Georgia is over, for now
The move clears the way for new Democrats, for better and worse.
Small Town Politics: Proposed charter to change Nicholls city structure
WALB’s Investigative Reporter Brittanye Blake explains what this means for residents.
Exclusive: China's Anta Sports has offered to buy Pinault family's 29% Puma stake, sources say
China's Anta Sports Products has offered to buy 29% of struggling German sportswear firm Puma from France's Pinault family, three people with knowledge of the talks said.
Bose is open-sourcing its old smart speakers instead of bricking them
Bose speakers un-bricked
Bay County opens applications for $5,000 Business by the Bay pitch competition
Bay County entrepreneurs with businesses less than two years old can now apply for the 2026 Business by the Bay pitch competition.
Readers respond: Good neighbors can transcend politics
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
Hands on with a prototype of Clicks' Communicator, a new BlackBerry-like smartphone
TechCrunch goes hands-on at the CES 2025 show with the new Clicks Communicator, a new Android smartphone with a physical keyboard.
Nominate your favorite sports bar in the Portland area for our Readers Choice Awards
Nominations are open until 11 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12, 2026.
World Economic Forum survey shows doing business got tougher in 2025
Companies found it harder to do business in 2025 due to a deterioration in global cooperation on issues including trade, climate, technology and security, a survey published by the World Economic Forum showed on Thursday.
Puyallup business’s travelling BBQ trailer stolen from driveway in broad daylight
"It’s not just a hobby. It’s a way our family gets together," said owner Larry Marcoe, who is now out thousands of dollars.
LEGO Says Smart Brick Won't Replace Traditional Play After CES Backlash
LEGO has responded to concerns that its newly announced Smart Brick technology represents a departure from the company's foundation in physical, non-digital play, a day after the official reveal at CES drew criticism from child development advocates. Federico Begher, SVP of Product, New Business, to...
Entertainment venue, movie theater open at Trilith’s new complex
Trilith Live, along with the retail and residential areas of the development, provide a steady stream of foot traffic to the property that isn’t tied to film production.
Alabama faces major political fight after state’s larger cities sue over online sales tax
Sen. Greg Albritton said the tax is "working great" and cities are jeopardizing a critical revenue source.
Jackson business fair offers resources for entrepreneurs and established owners
The event aims to connect current business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs with hands-on training and support services in one location.
This Is the Blood Glucose Monitor We’ve Been Waiting For
Makers of smartwatches and other wearables have spent years trying to measure blood sugar without pricking your skin. The PreEvnt Issac does just that, and you wear it like a necklace.
Saudi's SABIC agrees to sell Sabic Europe, ETP business in Americas and Europe
Saudi chemical major Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) has agreed to divest its entire stake in SABIC Europe and its Engineering Thermoplastics (ETP) business in Europe and the Americas, company said in a bourse filing on Thursday.
Portland City Council fails to elect next president amid fractious political fight
The 12-member council will resume deliberations Thursday as progressive caucus member Sameer Kanal vies with incumbent Elana Pirtle-Guiney for leadership position.
Dose of uncertainty: Experts wary of AI health gadgets at CES
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Health tech gadgets displayed at the annual CES trade show make a lot of promises. A smart scale promoted a healthier lifestyle by scanning your feet to track your heart health…
Dose of uncertainty: Experts wary of AI health gadgets at CES
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Health tech gadgets displayed at the annual CES trade show make a lot of promises. A smart scale promoted a healthier lifestyle by scanning your feet to track your heart health, and an egg-shaped hormone tracker uses AI to help you figure out the best time to conceive.
Dose of Uncertainty: Experts Wary of AI Health Gadgets at CES
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Health tech gadgets displayed at the annual CES trade show make a lot of promises. A smart scale promoted a healthier lifestyle by scanning your feet to track your heart health, and an egg-shaped hormone tracker uses AI to help you figure out the best time to conceive. Tech and ...
Tuya Smart COO on Business Strategy, AI, IOT
Alex Yang, Co-founder, COO and CFO at Tuya Smart, discusses the company's business strategy and the integration of AI and IoT technologies. He speaks with Annabelle Droulers on "The Asia Trade". (Source: Bloomberg)
All the Head-Turning Security Tech I Saw at CES 2026
CES brought a crowd of security companies all trying to impress with new cameras, sensors and locks. However, what really caught my attention is...
Wethersfield woman’s bonnet business made her an early female entrepreneur
While Danbury is known as the Hat City of the World, Wethersfield has its own claim to headwear fame through a woman who turned local grass into a thriving bonnet business.
Less than two years after stopping obesity drugs, weight and health issues return, study finds
When patients stop taking weight-loss medications, the beneficial effects of the drugs on weight and other health issues disappear within two years, a large analysis of earlier research has found.
Oberlander, Thomas leading DRVN Sports & Entertainment
Former ASM CCO Jason Oberlander will be chairman and is teaming with former ASM SVP Carl Thomas, who is CEO of DRVN Sports & Entertainment, a startup with sponsorship sales and consulting capabilities including third-party sales, sponsorship consulting and packaging.
Kentucky health official urges ignoring federal vaccine guidance
Kentucky’s top health official is advising residents to ignore new federal vaccine recommendations and consult their doctors instead.
New businesses coming to Charleston
Several new businesses are opening up in Kanawha City.
Mask requirements, visitor restrictions put in place at UW Health in northern Illinois
With cases of respiratory illness on the rise in northern Illinois, UW Health makes changes to its mask and visitor policies.
Big screens get bigger as Cinergy Entertainment expands Odessa location
Cinergy Entertainment announced today it will expand its Odessa location.
College Station virtual golf facility combines indoor entertainment with international charity work
A father-son team has opened a virtual golf facility that channels all concession profits toward providing water filters for families in western Kenya.
Anchorage residents, how would you or your business be affected by a sales tax?
The measure is before the Anchorage Assembly, which will continue a public hearing on the sales tax Jan. 13.
Des Moines emergency rooms fill up as flu cases spike
UnityPoint hospitals alone have experienced a tenfold increase in flu positivity rates.
This breakfast staple may be doing more for your heart than you think
New research suggests orange juice may support heart health by lowering blood pressure, reducing inflammation and improving fat metabolism at the genetic level.
African states, business groups eyeing stake in De Beers, CEO says
De Beers has attracted interest from several business groups and African governments as parent Anglo American looks to offload its stake in the firm, the diamond giant's CEO told Reuters.
Mad Science: The Science of Air Pressure
Mad Science's Radiant Randy joins Kerrigan and Guest Host Steve Serrano to share some fun air pressure experiments.
Bose open-sources its SoundTouch home theater smart speakers ahead of end-of-life
If companies insist on bricking gadgets, this is a better way to do it.
Over $100K in materials, trailer stolen from Upstate business, sheriff says
The trailer’s information was entered into the National Crimes Information Center database, the sheriff’s office said.
WATCH LIVE: Ohio health officials hold news conference as flu cases rise
The CDC says seasonal flu activity is elevated and continues to increase across the U.S.
UMass Amherst granted millions to expand life science research and manufacturing
UMass Amherst’s Institute for Applied Life Sciences has received two grants that total over $3.5 million from the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center.
Federal funding authorized for Great Lakes Science Center
The funding is intended to ensure the center may continue conducting critical research that supports Great Lakes fisheries.
Bay city mayor uses life-size cutout scavenger hunt to promote local businesses
Bay City Mayor Chris Girard is launching a monthly scavenger hunt in 2026 that uses a life-size cardboard cutout of himself to encourage residents to visit local shops.
Scientists Retrieve DNA that Could Belong to Leonardo Da Vinci
The research links Y chromosomes on a sketch to a genetic group from the great’s hometown.
Dauphin County entertainment complex closes one restaurant but expands another
The Englewood's strategic shift aims to accommodate more special events and live music performances while maintaining popular menu items.
IKEA debuts colour-shifting Sabine Marcelis "doughnut lamps" at CES
Sabine Marcelis has updated the chubby Varmblixt lamp she designed for IKEA, transforming it into a smart version that glows from within.
US private payrolls rebound less than expected in November
U.S. private payrolls rebounded less than expected in December, the ADP's national employment report showed on Wednesday.
Lego Smart Play hands-on: Using Smart Brick technology to get kids to play together
Lego is harnessing modern technology in its Smart Play system to get kids to play more together.
Climate change doesn’t care about our politics, but we all care about our children (Guest Opinion)
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Exclusive: Estée Lauder Companies Has Put Three Brands Up for Sale
The conglomerate is strategically shopping a cluster of its lines, including Too Faced, Smashbox and Dr. Jart in a package deal.
Entertainment leaders amp up discussions about AI, creators and innovative tech at CES 2026
LAS VEGAS – The world’s largest tech showcase does not come without theatrics. Innovations and gadgets like a lollipop that sings to you as you consume it, a laundry-folding robot and a “smart” LEGO b...
Health Rounds: AI uses sleep study data to accurately predict dozens of health issues
Artificial intelligence can use brain recordings from a single night in a sleep lab to predict a person's risk of developing more than 100 health conditions, researchers say.
Payment Technology Trends: What Business Leaders Should Know
Learn how smarter, faster payments and emerging technologies can help your business stay ahead. Discover strategic insights for leaders today.
LEGO Says Smart Brick Is 'Here to Stay,' and Responds to 'Questions and Concerns' Around Abandoning Non-Digital Play
A day on from the official reveal of LEGO Smart Brick, the company has responded to concerns that its big announcement poses a risk to its core basis in physical play.
Scoop: Philadelphia Inquirer reporter Julia Terruso leaving for Time
Julia Terruso, a 13-year vet at the paper, helped shape the Inquirer's coverage of the 2024 presidential election
I Just Saw the Wireless Body-Transmitting Network My Future Wearables Need
Ixana's Wi-R network could be a way to help smart glasses stream more reliably to a wide range of connected wearables, and after seeing a few demos, I'm eager to learn more.
Entertainment leaders amp up discussions about AI, creators and innovative tech at CES 2026
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The world’s largest tech showcase does not come without theatrics. Innovations and gadgets like a lollipop that sings to you as you consume it, a laundry-folding robot and a “smart”…
Entertainment Leaders Amp up Discussions About AI, Creators and Innovative Tech at CES 2026
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The world’s largest tech showcase does not come without theatrics. Innovations and gadgets like a lollipop that sings to you as you consume it, a laundry-folding robot and a “smart” LEGO brick have stolen the spotlight so far at CES 2026. But underscoring this year’s programming is ...
Dry January encourages reset on alcohol habits, Lowcountry health experts say
The New Year often brings resolutions focused on health; one of the most popular in recent years is Dry January, a monthlong break from alcohol.
Helping close Colorado school childrens’ literacy gaps
By Ellen Gelman Imagine being a high school student sitting in a room where everyone around you seems to understand texts that to you feel like a foreign language. Imagine knowing you’re smart, knowing you have ideas worth sharing, but feeling locked out because the words on the page won’t cooperate. That was Eddy’s daily […]
HMSA plans merger with Hawaii Pacific Health hospitals
Insurance giant HMSA and Hawaii Pacific Health, which owns several major hospitals, have agreed to join forces in one of the biggest mergers in Hawaii history.
Awaiting proposal for St. Charles tourism restructuring, Main Street businesses express concern
The concern first captured attention in August 2025, when the plan was first announced.
Lenovo, Nvidia unveil AI cloud gigafactory
Lenovo unveiled an artificial intelligence cloud gigafactory with NVIDIA at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on Tuesday, while also showcasing a slew of other products, including a new AI platform.
Family says car dealership took advantage of elderly man with dementia; business says it’s resolved
The man was sold a nearly $90,000 truck.
Motorola just announced a foldable phone to rival Samsung and Google at CES
Motorola just announced the Razr Fold at CES 2026. This is the company's first foldable smartphone.
The Razr Fold Adds a Book-Style Foldable to Motorola’s Lineup
At CES 2026, the company also announced a new smartwatch, stylus, Bluetooth tracker, and even a weird AI pendant.
Motorola’s first smartwatch promises 13-day battery life and Polar-powered health tracking
It’ll be available January 22nd.
US FDA to limit regulation of health and fitness wearables, commissioner says
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Tuesday that it will limit regulation of wearable devices and software designed to support healthy lifestyles, issuing new guidance to clarify its regulatory approach.
Texarkana Entertainment District implements new hours, alcohol rules
Changes are coming to the Entertainment District in downtown Texarkana, Ark. after Monday night’s (Jan. 5) Board of Director’s meeting.
Breakthrough lets scientists watch plants breathe in real time
Scientists have created a new way to watch plants breathe—live and in high definition—while tracking exactly how much carbon and water they exchange with the air. The breakthrough could help unlock crops that grow smarter, stronger, and more drought-resistant.
KKR to buy sports investor Arctos at $1 billion valuation, Bloomberg News reports
Global investment firm KKR has agreed to acquire Arctos Partners in a deal that values the sports-focused private equity firm at about $1 billion, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday.
Waterbury businesses get eviction notices despite active leases
A landlord-tenant dispute in Waterbury is headed to court in a dispute over rent payments.