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Health Catalyst, Veeva Systems, 8x8, Amplitude, and DocuSign Stocks Trade Down, What You Need To Know
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after tech stocks pulled back as reports surfaced that Chinese customs authorities blocked Nvidia's H200 AI chips, effectively halting their entry despite recent U.S. export approvals.
Smithsonian hands over documents as its leader works to balance “principal and pragmatism” in facing White House demands
As the Smithsonian faced a deadline to comply with the White House’s request for extensive documents about its museum exhibitions, Lonnie Bunch III, the historian who leads the institution, has been treading a careful line between maintaining independence and complying with the Trump administration’s demands.
2 Aggies earn Top 100 spots from D1Softball, Softball America
Texas A&M stars Mya Perez and KK Dement earned Top 100 honors from D1Softball and Softball America ahead of the 2026 season.
Why $100 million in endorsements says Shohei Ohtani is the global face of sport
In 2025, the athlete making the most money from sponsorships and endorsements is a baseball player: the Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani, of course.
UW Professor’s Book Helps Academics Better Teach Students Science Writ
A University of Wyoming faculty member wants to help college students become better writers of science by giving academics the tools necessary to do so.
Google Gemini Can Proactively Analyze Users’ Gmail, Photos, Searches
Alphabet Inc.’s Google said its Gemini artificial intelligence assistant can now proactively tap into users’ data across Gmail, Search, Photos and YouTube, an attempt to make its consumer-facing AI product more personalized.
New Leak Reveals iPhone 18 Pro Display Sizes, Under-Screen Face ID, and More
While the iPhone 18 Pro models are still around nine months away, a leaker has shared some alleged details about the devices. In a post on Chinese social media platform Weibo this week, the account Digital Chat Station said the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will have the same 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch display sizes as the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Consistent with previous rumors, the leaker claimed that both of the models will have a breakthrough new feature: under-screen Face ID.
Drug use disorders a growing public health concern in the Americas, PAHO study finds
Washington, D.C., 14 January 2026 (PAHO) – Drug use disorders are a major and growing public health problem in the Americas. Drug use is among the top 10 risk factors contributing to all-cause mortality and disability in the Region, according to findings published in the Pan American Journal of Public Health.In 2021, an estimated 17.7 million people in the Americas were living with a drug use disorder, resulting in nearly 78,000 deaths directly attributable to these disorders, representing a mortality rate four times higher than the global average.
Iran, Gaza and the politics of counting the dead
As Western media accepts death tolls from Iran at face value, Palestinian deaths in Gaza remain endlessly questioned.
How “tribology” became a new industrial science
The deep study of friction and surfaces — so crucial to industrial manufacture — emerged from a mid-century engineering conference.
Live updates: Vance and Rubio to hold meeting on Greenland as Trump faces Venezuela war powers vote
Julio Iglesias faces claims female staff were told to have sexual health tests, say reports
Spanish singer, 82, had already been accused of sexually assaulting two female former employees
Synopsys Enters Definitive Agreement with GlobalFoundries For Sale of Processor IP Solutions Business
Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS ) today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement for the sale of its Processor IP Solutions business to GlobalFoundries (Nasdaq: GFS) (GF). Synopsys' extensive investment in IP quality, comprehensive technical support and robust IP development methodology enables designers to reduce integration risk and accelerate time-to-market. This transaction enhances the focus of Synopsys' IP business on strengthening its leadership position in interface and foundation IP while pursuing the highest-value, AI-driven opportunities from the cloud to the edge for customers spanning HPC, mobile, automotive and consumer. "We are focusing our IP resources and roadmap to further our leadership in essential interface and foundation IP while winning new, high-value opportunities that advance our position as the leading provider of engineering solutions from silicon to systems," said Sassine Ghazi, president and CEO of Synopsys. "GF will be an excellent future
The ocean absorbed a stunning amount of heat in 2025
Earth’s oceans reached their highest heat levels on record in 2025, absorbing vast amounts of excess energy from the atmosphere. This steady buildup has accelerated since the 1990s and is now driving stronger storms, heavier rainfall, and rising sea levels. While surface temperatures fluctuate year to year, the ocean’s long-term warming trend shows no sign of slowing.
Samsung's One UI 8.5 finally offers the wild unlock animations we've been waiting for
Samsung’s LockStar update brings fully customizable unlock animations and manual AOD brightness control to One UI 8.5.
Can the American Oboe Sing Again?
Building the instrument is hard enough. Turning a profit is a killer. But Jim Phelan is bent on reviving one of the great names in classical music.
Unhoused women on Skid Row face dire health outcomes. This doctor wants to change that
Homeless women face unique health challenges with few dedicated resources. And as the number of women experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles continues to grow, Dr. Mary Marfisee hopes to bring them lifesaving resources.
Northwestern faces Wisconsin after Harter's 21-point game
Wisconsin Badgers (11-6, 3-3 Big Ten) at Northwestern Wildcats (7-10, 1-5 Big Ten) Evanston, Illinois; Thursday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Northwestern hosts Wisconsin after Casey Harter scored 21 points in Northwestern's 73-54 win over the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. The Wildcats have gone 5-4 in home games.
iPhone 18 Display Sizes Sizes Shared By Tipster, Claims All Models Are In The Prototype Production Phase, With The ‘Pro’ Models Being Tested With Under-Display Face ID
A new rumor provides display size information of all iPhone 18 models while also claiming that the ‘Pro’ lineup will sport under-display Face ID
11 years of growth: Health Sciences dean reflects on career ahead of retirement
University of Kentucky College of Health Sciences Dean Scott Lephart didn’t come to UK to simply maintain what existed. He committed to building something that could not be ignored. Now, as the college continues to expand, Lephart’s retirement marks a moment to reflect on how vision and collaboration reshaped the college and is strengthening health care across Kentucky.
11 years of growth: Health Sciences dean reflects on career ahead of retirement
University of Kentucky College of Health Sciences Dean Scott Lephart didn’t come to UK to simply maintain what existed. He committed to building something that could not be ignored. Now, as the college continues to expand, Lephart’s retirement marks a moment to reflect on how vision and collaboration reshaped the college and is strengthening health care across Kentucky.
Politicians Who Don’t Get Markets Are About to Receive a Lesson
From London to Pretoria, finance ministers around the world are struggling to pass painful budgets in the face of political opposition. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development has a plan.
As hate spirals in India, Hindu extremists turn to Christian targets
Anti-Muslim violence has soared for more than a decade under Indian PM Modi. Now, Christians face the brunt, too.
No. 23 Utah State, Nevada clash amid strong MWC starts
No. 23 Utah State will put its undefeated Mountain West record on the line Wednesday night when it faces Nevada in Logan, Utah.
Facing $25M request, Oregon lawmakers again propose delaying historic campaign finance law
State officials have less than a year to stand up key provisions of the law.
Fact check: Trump’s Detroit economic speech
Inflation hasn’t “stopped.” Consumer prices are up during this presidential term, not “down.” Grocery prices are rising, not starting to fall “rapidly.” US businesses and consumers, not China, pay US tariffs on Chinese imports. It’s impossible to reduce prescription drug prices by “thousands” of percentage points, since this would mean Americans would be getting paid to acquire their medicines.
Trump touts economy, efforts to boost manufacturing during Michigan visit
The president toured a Ford manufacturing factory in Dearborn, Mich., and followed that with an address to members of the Detroit Economic Club.
With the lightest touch, scientists search da Vinci's art for DNA
NPR's Juana Summers talks with Science correspondent Richard Stone about recent developments in the search for Leonardo da Vinci's DNA.
NASA, Department of Energy to Develop Lunar Surface Reactor by 2030
NASA, along with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), announced Tuesday a renewed commitment to their longstanding partnership to support the research and
Director Timothy Busfield turns himself in to New Mexico authorities after being sought on child sex abuse charges
Director and Emmy Award-winning actor Timothy Busfield turned himself to authorities on Tuesday to face child sex abuse charges in New Mexico.
Timothy Busfield turns himself in to face child sex abuse charges in New Mexico
His apprehension comes after authorities in Albuquerque issued a warrant for his arrest on Jan. 9 on two counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor and one count of child abuse
Timothy Busfield turns himself in to face child sex abuse charges in New Mexico
His apprehension comes after authorities in Albuquerque issued a warrant for his arrest on Jan. 9 on two counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor and one count of child abuse
Trinity Health to cut 10% of billing jobs
The Livonia-based health system is outsourcing billing and coding positions to an external partner as it faces low reimbursement rates and rising costs for underinsured patients.
Amendment 37: New Opportunity: C.12 Foundational Artificial Intelligence for the Moon and Mars
C.12 Foundational Artificial Intelligence for the Moon and Mars (FAIMM) is intended to enable individual researchers to participate as members of teams who
Prof. Dorit Reiss Wins National Award for Distinguished Service in Health Law - UC Law San Francisco (Formerly UC Hastings)
Professor Dorit Reiss, who brings legal expertise to public health debates, has received a national award for her lasting contributions to the field as a scholar, policy adviser, and mentor. Faculty Who Lead: Dorit Reiss Professor Dorit Reiss receives the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the AALS Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care. She is a leading expert on vaccine law, advising policymakers and providing expert analysis to journalists. Reiss mentors future health law scholars and combats misinformation online through evidence-based public education. Professor Dorit Reiss, a leading voice on vaccine law and policy, has won a national award recognizing her contributions to health law. She received the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care. Presented at the AALS Annual Meeting in January, the award honors sustained service to public health and the health law academy through advocacy, public education, and mentorship. In presenting the award, Professor Doron Dorfman of Seton Hall Law School, chair-elect of the AALS Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care, described Reiss as “a committed public health advocate who has used her expertise to influence vaccine policy, research, and practice at both the state and federal levels for nearly two decades.” Reiss leads a widely read vaccine law listserv that provides real-time updates on litigation, regulatory developments, advisory committee proceedings, and public comment opportunities. The resource has become an important tool for lawyers, scholars, journalists, and public health professionals tracking fast-moving developments in vaccine policy. Her service extends to policymaking as well. She has supported vaccine-related legislation in California, testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on vaccine mandates and non-medical exemptions, and serves on the Parent Advisory Board of Voices for Vaccines, a parent-led organization focused on reducing vaccine-preventable disease. Dorfman also highlighted Reiss’ active role in robust debates over vaccine safety and related laws and policies. “She directly engages misinformation by responding to anti-vaccination claims on social media with careful, evidence-based rebuttals,” Dorfman said. As federal vaccine policy undergoes significant change, Reiss has become a trusted source for major national news outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and CNN, which regularly seek her expert analysis on new policies and decisions. Dorfman noted that Reiss is widely respected for her mentorship of health law faculty and scholars. “She is consistently generous with her time—approachable, willing to provide feedback, and a mentor to many in the field, including myself,” he said. At UC Law SF, Reiss brings the spirit of public service into the classroom, helping students understand how legal frameworks translate into real-world public health outcomes. She holds the James Edgar Hervey ’50 Chair of Litigation, a position that recognizes faculty excellence in the field of litigation. The Distinguished Service Award highlights her sustained commitment to evidence-based vaccine policy, public education, and mentorship during a pivotal time for public health law.
Trump steps up pressure campaign to avoid rare Congress reprimand on war powers
President Donald Trump is working to tighten his grip on his party this week as he faces an unusual threat from Congress: an embarrassing rebuke of his military actions overseas.
Despite concerns, Oakland Co. health says Legionella response adequate
Oakland County health and facilities officials argue their timeline for testing county facilities for bacteria that causes Legionnaires' Disease was adequate in response concerns from a commissioner who put them under the microscope at a Tuesday committee meeting.
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson finalizes deal for Shreveport entertainment development initiative
A company owned by entertainer 50 Cent finalizes a deal to invest almost $125 million to develop three enterta...
Kuo: Apple's AI Deal With Google Is Temporary and Buys It Time
Apple is preparing to mass-produce its own AI-focused server chips in the second half of 2026 amid reliance on a short-term partnership with Google to meet immediate AI expectations, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. In a new post on X, Kuo said that Apple is facing mounting short-term pressure in artificial intelligence that is shaping its current strategy, even as it continues to pursue long-term control over core AI technologies.
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Clintons refuse to testify in Congress’ Epstein probe despite contempt threat
Bill and Hillary Clinton refused to appear on Capitol Hill Tuesday to testify in Congress’ Jeffrey Epstein probe in the face of threats from the House Oversight Committee to hold them in contempt.
Summerville man facing multiple charges after operating business without license
The South Carolina Department of Revenue has charged a man with operating a business without a retail license and other charges.
Aging populations are redefining the value of a healthy life year
Researchers examine how considering age and regional factors to QALY estimates can improve healthcare policy decisions and resource allocation.
10 high-paying jobs where job seekers can 'get hired and thrive'
Several healthcare jobs were among the top on Indeed's new list of the best jobs, which is based on postings and wage growth, and other factors.
How Much Is Eight Dollars?
You heard me. Is eight dollars five dollars? Or is eight dollars 10 dollars? Why are you making that face right now? Stop making faces and answer the question: How much is eight bucks? Stephen Totilo, games journalist and author of the Game File newsletter, got into the ontological nature of eight bucks in a…
Flu prompts mask mandate at health system with Lancaster County operations
Starting today, masking is mandated for staff working in all Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health facilities who interact with patients.
President Trump orders new tariffs targeting countries doing business with Iran
President Donald Trump announces sweeping new tariffs as Iran faces growing unrest, with a political science expert explaining what’s driving the protests and what options the U.S. and international community may have next.
Star Wars Outlaws developer Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft Stockholm face layoffs
In its latest cost-cutting effort, Ubisoft proposed a headcount reduction of around 55 people across its two Swedish studios.
Schenectady sports club undergoes rebranding, renovations
After a $5 million renovation project at the SPORTIME Schenectady facility, owners have decided to welcome new management and rebrand the club. SPORTIME Clubs will unveil SPORTIME Capital Region at…
After UPS crash, businesses seek 'path forward' as they regain property access
Businesses in the area around the UPS Flight 2976 crash site have endured, and continue to face, challenges to resuming normal operations.
Facing Political Pressure, Trump Seeks Answer to Rising Housing Costs
White House officials have explored a vast array of ideas as the president looks to unfurl a housing affordability plan at an economic conference this month.
The ultra-cold temperatures needed for epic nuclear science
One of the world's most sophisticated scientific facilities is turning to ultra-low temperatures to try and unravel hidden secrets of our Universe.
The ultra-cold temperatures needed for epic nuclear science
One of the world's most sophisticated scientific facilities is turning to ultra-low temperatures to try and unravel hidden secrets of our Universe.
The New Mercedes S-Class Has Stronger Engines
The flagship undergoes its largest facelift, with more than half of its components new or updated.
The ozone layer is still healing…thanks to science : Short Wave
In the mid-1980s, scientists published a startling finding–a giant hole in the ozone layer over Antarctica. That’s the protective shield that blocks large amounts of harmful UV radiation. And without it, the rate of cancer, cataracts and crop failure would skyrocket. Today on the show, we dive into ozone science and examine how scientists successfully sounded the alarm and solved an Antarctic mystery.Check out our episode on an Antarctic plankton mystery. And, listen to our monthly series Nature Quest.Interested in more atmospheric science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Becky Brown.
Oil hits two-month high as Trump threatens Iran’s trading partners, and warns ‘we’re screwed’ if supreme court blocks tariffs
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Trump says countries doing business with Iran face 25% tariff on US trade
5 reasons why transformative science needs to be open to all
The world is facing existential risks to us all. Science can help us solve many of these challenges, but we need to invest in it, trust it and share it.
Animal Crossing's Next Update Has Players Revisiting Long-Deserted Islands
Forgotten villagers, overgrown paths, and old relationships resurface as fans revisit Animal Crossing islands they left behind.
AbbVie pledges $100 billion U.S. investment to avoid tariffs
AbbVie will invest the $100 billion in US research, development and capital investments, including manufacturing, over the next decade.
Trump says countries doing business with Iran face 25% tariff on US trade
President posts online as US weighs response to situation in Iran, which is major facing anti-government protests
This new sugar tastes like the real thing without the usual downsides
Scientists at Tufts have found a way to turn common glucose into a rare sugar that tastes almost exactly like table sugar—but with far fewer downsides. Using engineered bacteria as microscopic factories, the team can now produce tagatose efficiently and cheaply, achieving yields far higher than current methods. Tagatose delivers nearly the same sweetness as sugar with significantly fewer calories, minimal impact on blood sugar, and even potential benefits for oral and gut health.
Protesters face off with ICE outside St. Cloud Somali business
Trump says any country doing business with Iran will face 25 percent tariff
The US president has threatened Iran with military strikes amid widespread antigovernment protests there.
Ascension Health reports data breach: What patients need to know
Patients of some Chicago-area health care facilities have receiving letters, warning of a potential data breach. NBC 5 Responds' PJ Randhawa reports.
Detroit Mayor Sheffield announces new city health official
Amendment 36: New Program Element: F.19 Collaborative Opportunities for Mentorship, Partnership and Academic Success in Science
F.19 Collaborative Opportunities for Mentorship, Partnership and Academic Success in Science (COMPASS) funds collaborations between NASA Centers and academic
Trump says countries doing business with Iran face 25% tariff
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that any country that does business with Iran will be subjected to a tariff rate of 25% on any business conducted with the United States.
Trump Says Countries Doing Business With Iran Face 25% Tariff
WASHINGTON, Jan 12 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that any country that does business with Iran will be subjected to a tariff rate of 25% on any business conducted with the United States. "Effective immediately, any Country doing business with the Islamic ...
Amendment 34: A.6 Landslide Change Characterization Experiment Science Team Final Text and Due Dates
A.6 Earth Venture Suborbital-4 Landslide Change Characterization Experiment (LACCE) Science Team (ST) solicits proposals to build the full LACCE Science Team,
Tesla launches US-made solar panel, a rare sign of life for its solar business
Tesla has updated its online configurator with a new solar panel heavily emphasizing its US manufacturing at Gigafactory New York....
NY governor eyes tech to curb underage betting
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to direct the state's gaming commission to explore technology, such as facial recognition and thumbprint scanners, to prevent anyone under 21 from creating sports betting accounts.
Anthropic’s new Cowork tool offers Claude Code without the code
Built into the Claude Desktop app, Cowork lets users designate a specific folder where Claude can read or modify files, with further instructions given through the standard chat interface.
Illinois deputies bear-sprayed during mental health call in Lake County
A man is expected to face charges after allegedly bear-spraying Lake County deputies who were trying to take him in for a psychiatric evaluation Monday morning in suburban Libertyville.
Is the Sports World Finally Giving Up its Right to Remain Silent?
Last year, in the face of Trump’s authoritarianism, the sports industry remained quiet. Now with the killing Renee Good, it may be waking up to the dangers of this administration.
Illinois lending for social equity cannabis businesses tops $62 million
Forgivable loans an acknowledgment of problems many license holders face in raising cash from traditional sources.
California Diver Spots Rare Deep-Sea King-Of-The-Salmon Just 4.6 Meters Below The Surface
Usually found hundreds of meters down in the twilight zone, this fish isn't a salmon, but it is quite regal.
Northwood University Launches New MBA in Health Leadership & Innovation
New Program Blends Northwood’s Free-Enterprise Emphasis with Specialized Coursework to Help Professionals Lead System-Level Change as Industry Faces
Volunteers needed for 2026 West Virginia Science Bowl
Faculty and staff volunteers are needed to help support the West Virginia Regional High School and Middle School Science Bowl from Feb. 6-7 in the Mountainlair.
Mary Peltola Runs for Senate in Alaska, Lifting Democrats’ Hopes
The former congresswoman is the latest top-tier recruit for Democrats, who face a difficult Senate map this year as they try to retake control of the chamber.
Legend Biotech Highlights Recent Business Updates at 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference
Exceeded 10,000 patients treated to date with CARVYKTI® (ciltacabtagene autoleucel; cilta-cel)Increased CARVYKTI® manufacturing capacity with the physical expansion of the Raritan facility, now the largest cell therapy manufacturing facility in the U.S.Profitability expected in 2026, driven by continued CARVYKTI® revenue growth and operating margin expansion Treated first patient with in vivo pipeline candidate in investigator-initiated trial Preclinical data from primates provided early validat
LEGO® Education Announces Hands-on Computer Science & AI Learning Solution
K-8 teachers see benefits of hands-on computer science and AI education but lack the right tools to engage students, according to a new report, "Building the...
A blossoming Texas medical marijuana industry adds new businesses, products and patients
The Texas Department of Public Safety has issued provisional licenses to nine new medical marijuana operators while existing ones have started opening new manufacturing and cultivating facilities.
Solar Projects Face Turmoil Under Trump, but Big Business Is Still Banking on Them
New solar sites are a bright spot for an industry feeling the heat from the Trump administration.
Name Dropping | ‘Names and faces changed, but it is the same entertainment’
If it involves the Virginia Theatre, the Champaign-Urbana native Mitch Marlow is likely associated with it, too.
The Battle Over House Maps Spills Into 2026, Where an X-Factor Awaits
As the race to gerrymander House districts narrows to a few states, Democrats are trying to go on offense. But a Supreme Court ruling could give Republicans a major edge.
Minnesota state legislators go to rural communities to better understand healthcare needs
Rural Minnesotans face rising health care costs and clinic closures. Lawmakers are holding listening sessions to hear residents’ challenges and explore solutions.
Republican Attacks on the Affordable Care Act Give Democrats an Opportunity to Court Small Business
As ACA subsidies expire, small business owners face soaring premiums. Republicans shrug—and Democrats have a chance to win them over.
Tesla faces key deadlines in 'prove-it' year
Elon Musk is staring down several self-imposed deadlines this year, from Cybercab volume production to a much-hyped Roadster demo.
UK’s suite of student mental health resources includes new virtual therapy option
With the start of the new year and spring semester, Student Well-Being in the Office for Student Success is continuing its ongoing efforts to expand student access to a variety of mental health services.
The sludge in your shower drain? That could be scientists’ next big find : Short Wave
Microbes are little alchemists that perform all manner of chemical reactions. A team of microbiologists co-founded a non-profit to try to harness those abilities to solve some of the world’s big problems — from carbon capture to helping coral reefs to cleaning up waste. Recently, the team turned their attention to the microbes living in people’s homes — on and in shower heads, drip pans, and hot water heaters. These rather extreme environments may have pressured microorganisms into surviving in ways that could be advantageous to humans. Science reporter Ari Daniel takes us on a treasure hunt in miniature.This episode was produced by Hannah Chinn. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.Interested in learning more about the weird and wonderful world of microbes? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
The sludge in your shower drain? That could be scientists’ next big find : Short Wave
Microbes are little alchemists that perform all manner of chemical reactions. A team of microbiologists co-founded a non-profit to try to harness those abilities to solve some of the world’s big problems — from carbon capture to helping coral reefs to cleaning up waste. Recently, the team turned their attention to the microbes living in people’s homes — on and in shower heads, drip pans, and hot water heaters. These rather extreme environments may have pressured microorganisms into surviving in ways that could be advantageous to humans. Science reporter Ari Daniel takes us on a treasure hunt in miniature.This episode was produced by Hannah Chinn. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.Interested in learning more about the weird and wonderful world of microbes? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Integration of armed factions remains one of Syria’s biggest challenges
It is also at the centre of the post-war state building project.
Public health school promises loan program to offset federal cutback
With the federal government’s Grad PLUS loan program set to end, a Facebook post last month from the School of Public Health suggested that Yale would establish a new alternative.
Galaxy S27 Ultra camera details surface for the first time
The Galaxy S27 Ultra will reportedly bring an upgrade to the primary camera by using a newer ISOCELL sensor with newer technologies.
Galaxy S26 with Exynos 2600 makes first Geekbench appearance
For the first time, Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 has surfaced on Geekbench with the Exynos 2600 processor. The first listing alone revealed the phone’s graphics capabilities, backed by Samsung Xclipse 960 GPU. This listing is important because it’s the first time the company’s latest in-house AP is featured in a real device. The company has […]
Cowboys' familiar penalty problems persisted in Schottenheimer's first season
Penalties were a problem for the Cowboys, with familiar faces and common calls adding to a league-worst total. But there were weird anomalies, too.
A.J. Brown declines to talk to media after playoff loss
Data science school dean, professor explain the goals of new professional degrees
The new master's degree and doctorate degree additions come after UNC announced it would merge the School of Data Science and Society and the School of Information and Library Science.
Western Pacific Region achieves milestone: 19 countries complete comprehensive health information system assessments
The Health Information and Digital Health (HID) unit in the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific has successfully supported 19 countries, covering 99% of the Region’s population, to conduct comprehensive health information system (HIS) assessments, surpassing the regional target of 15 set for 2025 and advancing efforts toward universal health coverage. Using SCORE, a technical package of essential interventions, recommended actions, tool and resources developed by WHO and partners to address challenges in meeting HIS needs, these assessments systematically assess health data availability and quality, enabling countries to monitor trends, identify and respond to emerging health challenges, and improve policies and programmes for healthier families, communities and societies. The first round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2019-2021 in 14 countries in the Region and over 130 countries globally. The second round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2024-2025.SCORE assessments are a key priority identified by Member States and WHO at all levels, including within WHO-Country/Multi-Country Cooperation Strategies, the Regional Vision Weaving Health for Families, Communities and Societies in the Western Pacific Region (2025–2029), and the WHO Fourteenth General Programme of Work (GPW 14, 2025–2028). Within the Regional Vision, implementing SCORE assessments is a key action for technology and innovation to advance health equity (strand 5).The SCORE for Health Data technical package is based on five key interventions, represented by the acronym SCORE. Interventions S, C and O focus on strengthening core data sources. Survey (S) covers population-based health surveys, surveillance systems and censuses, including their capacity to monitor health-related SDGs. Count (C) focuses on birth, death and cause of death registration as parts of a functional CRVS system. Optimize (O) addresses routine health service data and key health service inputs such as health financing and health workforce.Interventions R and E focus on data use for action. Review (R) examines regular analytical reviews of health sector progress and performance, together with national analytical capacity. Enable (E) looks at the policy, governance, and digital foundations needed to support effective data use.The Western Pacific Region shows relatively strong performance in the Review (R) and Count (C) interventions. Most countries in the Region demonstrate good analytical reporting and institutional capacity for analysis and learning. More than two-thirds of countries show more mature CRVS systems, driven by improvements in birth and death registration. However, medical certification of cause-of-death remains a key gap, with limited or low coverage in over half of countries in the Region.Performance under the Survey (S) intervention is mixed. While surveillance systems are generally strong, several countries in the Region continue to face challenges in implementing their surveys and censuses. Monitoring health-related SDGs is still a challenge for more than a third of countries in the Region.The greatest challenges are observed in the Optimize (O) and Enable (E) interventions. More than half of countries have lower maturity levels in routine health service and resource systems. Two-thirds of countries also face challenges with effective use of data and evidence for policy and action, largely due to gaps in digital infrastructure, governance and legislation for health data systems, and especially in data and sharing.  As part of the SCORE methodology, multi-stakeholder consultations and validation workshops were conducted in many countries to review findings and plan strategies for HIS strengthening. The HID unit continues to provide targeted support to facilitate dialogue and assist countries in developing HIS improvement plans. These plans guide governments and partners to align investments and coordinate efforts for maximum impact.WHO also assists countries with tailored technical support to address key gaps as requested by countries/national health authorities. SCORE assessments should be conducted periodically to monitor progress in HIS strengthening, although progress across addressing gaps identified in SCORE should be continually tracked as countries implement improvements.Additional countries will be supported to implement SCORE in 2026. The Regional Vision delivery-for-impact target, endorsed by Member States, is for all countries and areas to have implemented SCORE assessments and have an increased SCORE index by 2029 while WHO is aiming for 80% of Member States in the Region to conduct round two assessments. Countries yet to complete assessments are therefore encouraged to contact the HID unit at the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific for tailored support.The implementation of SCORE HIS assessments in the Western Pacific Region was supported by The Gates Family Foundation.
John Harbaugh interviews, Matt LaFleur uncertainty fuel wild NFL coaching cycle
Harbaugh is preparing to interview amid multiple vacancies, while the Packers face a looming decision on LaFleur -- setting the stage for one of the most dramatic NFL coaching cycles in years