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After nearly a year of business, Lehigh Valley furniture store kicks off closing sale
A destination for beds, sofas and other home furnishings is winding down operations.
Universe may end in a “big crunch,” new dark energy data suggests
New data from major dark-energy observatories suggest the universe may not expand forever after all. A Cornell physicist calculates that the cosmos is heading toward a dramatic reversal: after reaching its maximum size in about 11 billion years, it could begin collapsing, ultimately ending in a “big crunch” roughly 20 billion years from now.
Porchfest fills Conway with music on rainy Sunday afternoon
Conway Downtown Alive put on Porchfest 2026, a mix of bands playing on local porches throughout the Horry County community.
Independent Spirit Awards celebrate indie movies and TV in Los Angeles
The Film Independent Spirit Awards shine a spotlight on indie movies and TV as stars like Ethan Hawke, Rose Byrne, and Keke Palmer compete for prizes. On Sunday, comedian Ego
Is Savannah Guthrie Leaving ‘Today’?
The ‘Today’ co-anchor is reportedly considering an exit from the NBC morning show amid the search for her missing mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Scientists challenge Einstein once again using light from distant galaxies
Scientists use distant gamma ray bursts to prove that light maintains its constant speed, reinforcing Einstein's theory.
Michael Jordan: 23XI, NASCAR Have 'Much Better Appreciation' After Lawsuit
Michael Jordan tells FOX Sports' Jamie Little he thinks the offseason lawsuit settlement will be a boon for both 23XI Racing and NASCAR moving forward.
Brown toying with idea of UFC, boxing after NBA
Celtics star Jaylen Brown, who has training in Muay Thai, says he's "toyed" with the idea of competing in combat sports once his NBA career is finished.
Cruz Azul vs. Tigres live stream, odds: How to watch Liga MX, TV channel
Mexico's most famous soccer rivalry writes its latest chapter on Saturday night
There's Something Workers Prize More Than Money
Workers prioritize flexible schedules and time autonomy the most
Barack Obama Speaks Out About Racist Video Donald Trump Posted
After Trump shared a video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, the former president addressed the ‘deeply troubling’ behavior.
Festival International releases lineup for 40th anniversary year in Lafayette
The special anniversary lineup includes bands from Peru, South Korea, Scotland, Mali, Sudan, and a lot more.
Betty Heath: Taxes, politics and the worry bird
We have a very taxing situation at our house. The weather has been overrated and understated.
A ghost rises in Madison Opera’s splendid ‘Everlasting Faint’
Running again Sunday in Capitol Theater, Scott Gendel and Sandra Flores-Strand’s opera revives a notorious murder with beautiful staging and music.
James Van Der Beek’s ‘SNL’ Monologue Resurfaces After His Death
The 'Dawson's Creek' star memorably hosted 'Saturday Night Live' in 1999.
This family business paid $200,000 in tariffs last year, but won't cut corners
(The Center Square) – La Tienda has been delivering the best of Spanish cuisine to Americans for three decades, but the task has become more expensive after President Donald Trump's
Business Ins and Outs: Toasted S'mores opens; 18th Street Brewery relocates; Crave Cookies opens
Business Ins and Outs: Toasted S'mores opens; 18th Street Brewery relocates; Crave Cookies opens
UNM lecture to explore health risks of microplastics and environmental toxicants
The University of New Mexico Department of Physics, Astronomy and Interdisciplinary Science hosts the next Science & Society Distinguished Public Talk on Wednesday, Feb. 19, featuring researcher Eliane El Hayek.
UNM lecture to explore health risks of microplastics and environmental toxicants
The University of New Mexico Department of Physics, Astronomy and Interdisciplinary Science hosts the next Science & Society Distinguished Public Talk on Wednesday, Feb. 19, featuring researcher Eliane El Hayek.
Trump claims victory on affordability as public anxieties persist
Advisers had been encouraging the president to sound more empathetic toward struggling Americans. But as some bright spots emerge, the messaging has shifted.
Cooper to face questions after UK said Russia killed Navalny with frog toxin
Foreign secretary to be interviewed on the morning shows after UK and other countries accused Kremlin over Putin critic’s death
Tri-state people in business: New hires, promotions, recognitions
Theisen’s Home Farm Auto, of Dubuque, announced the following new hires:
Politics: Area lawmakers weigh in on U.S. House votes against Canada tariffs
The U.S. House of Representatives voted on Wednesday to disapprove of the “national emergency” that was declared by President Donald Trump in order to raise tariffs on Canada. The vote
Mizzou fans file out of the stands during the last minutes
Mizzou fans file out of the stands during the last minutes of the men’s basketball game on Saturday at Mizzou Arena in Columbia. The Tiger’s next matchup will be against
Local businesses prepare for Valentine’s Day rush
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Local businesses are feeling the Valentine’s Day rush, and for Hazel Hill Chocolate, preparations started months ago. Owner Nick Xidis said his team began preparing as early as Christm...
Trump, Netanyahu agreed U.S. should press Iran to cut oil sales to China, Axios reports
China accounts for more than 80% of Iran's oil exports. Any reduction in that trade would mean lower oil revenue for Iran.
Assad healthy and prepared to balance Cubs camp, Classic with Mexico
MESA – Last year’s adversity is already in Javier Assad’s rearview mirror. The last thing he needed in 2026 was more.
Photos: LSU takes game two against Milwaukee to win opening series
LSU defeated Milwaukee 5-3 in the second game of the season open series on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Alex Box Stadium. Shortstop Steven Milam had 2 RBI in the
Motivated by last year’s loss, Brother Martin reaches semifinals for first time since 2013
Humiliated by how his team ended the season a year ago, Brother Martin’s Kaden Rossi walked off the field and made himself a promise: it wouldn’t happen again.
5 Years Strong: An Italian-Style Coffee Spot in Utica Keeps Brewing
A local coffee shop owner is celebrating five years in business.
Art & Coffee Crawl attendees tour galleries in Lancaster city [photos]
People looking to add flavor — and possibly a jolt of energy — to a day’s art intake had just such an opportunity Saturday in downtown Lancaster with the Valentine’s
‘Tippy Toes’ baby food recalled due to health risk
Some baby food has been recalled due to a possible health risk.
HBO series navigates personal transformation, self-love [Unscripted column]
Many of us have given up hope of cracking the top 1%. Apart from a lottery win, billion-dollar wealth will remain forever out of reach for the mass of humanity,
Scientists completely eliminate toxic tau proteins from human neurons for the first time
Targeting OTULIN has proven to eliminate toxic tau proteins in human neurons for the first time, opening a new avenue for treating dementia.
New measles exposure in Madison prompts urgent health investigation
MADISON, (WKOW) — Public Health Madison & Dane County is investigating a new measles exposure in Dane County.
QVC Is Facing Bankruptcy, in Talks to Restructure Debt: Report
The CEO of the home-shopping company said falling TV viewership has been a challenge for business.
Bonnabel and Riverdale decided the district title, and a ‘four-year guy’ made the difference
It was crunch time, with a lot on the line. However, Bonnabel senior guard Thomas Molette was in his comfort zone.
Trump vowed to boost Black business. Critics say he's failed so far
"When the economy weakens, Black households are usually the first to feel the effects," a researcher says.
'Impossible' mantle earthquakes actually occur all over the world, study finds
Researchers were once unsure whether mantle earthquakes existed. Now they have a global map of this mysterious phenomenon.
Cost of Trump's Coal Push Plays Out in Dollars, Noise and Health
J.H. Campbell, a coal plant in Michigan, was slated to close, but the federal government is keeping it open.
MU Health Care offering free heart health screening event
The event offers testing and demonstrations designed to promote heart health.
Proposals for exploring viruses and skin as the next experimental quantum frontiers share US$30,000 science award
Viruses exist at the boundary between living and non-living matter, while skin is a living interface between physics and biology, making them perfect—but until now overlooked—arenas for testing the interplay between quantum physics, biology and life. That’s according to arguments made by Connor Thompson, a PhD student in microbiology and immunology at the University of British Columbia, in Canada, and Samuel Morriss, a medical doctor based in Melbourne, Australia, whose two essays share the US$30,000 first prize in FQxI’s latest essay competition, presented in partnership with the Paradox Science Institute. The eight winners of the $53,000 competition—which asked “How Quantum is Life?”—were announced on 14th February, 2026.
$3.7M to study muscle mass, wildfire smoke risks during pregnancy and more Louisiana health news
Here's the latest Louisiana health news.
Top entertainment figures back under-fire UN Palestinians expert
Over a hundred top figures from the world of entertainment signed an open letter Saturday in support of UN Palestinian human rights expert Francesca Albanese who faces calls to resign
Top entertainment figures back under-fire UN Palestinians expert
Over a hundred top figures from the world of entertainment signed an open letter Saturday in support of UN Palestinian human rights expert Francesca Albanese who faces calls to resign
'Little Women,' 'Hamlet,' horror-comedy musical in Orpheus Theatre's 2026 season
Orpheus Theatre Company promises to change things up with the shows it has planned for its 2026 season.
What are ghost lineages, remnants of the past that still exist in our DNA today?
Ghost lineages reveal themselves through ancient genes that still exist in living beings today.
When Carnival ends, Louisiana gets its own version of dry January — with real health benefits
After Mardi Gras, many turn to Lent for a reset, and doctors say the health benefits of cutting alcohol are increasingly clear.
Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad, 2026 La Liga: Predicted lineups
Real Madrid host Real Sociedad in what’s expected to be Dani Carvajal’s return to the starting lineup. Valverde could get some rest ahead of the crucial match against Benfica and while he missed a training session this week to get treatment on his knee, Mbappé is set to start. Real Madrid predicted XI: Courtois; Carvajal, […]
People in Business for Feb. 14, 2026
Jordyn Reichert has joined Silverman Law Office in Bozeman as a paralegal.
Photos: LSU scores season-high 198.325 in Gymnastics win over Auburn
LSU’s Kailin Chio’s perfect 10 on the floor helps lead the Tigers to a season high 198.325 in win over Auburn on Friday, February 13, 2026 at the PMAC.
The St. Augustine-Brother Martin winner prevailed in overtime. Here's how they did it.
The basketball game between Brother Martin and St. Augustine was decided in overtime.
Baylor 1B's 3-grand slam game ties NCAA record
Tyce Armstrong made history in his Baylor debut by hitting three grand slams in a 15-2 win over New Mexico State on Friday night. He became only the second college player to pull off that feat.
45-year-old man stabbed inside Meriden business
A 45-year-old man was stabbed inside of a business in Meriden.
Philippines’ First Gen to Buy Into Hydropower Business for $1.3 Billion
First Gen Corp. will buy a 40% stake in Prime Infrastructure Capital Inc.’s hydropower portfolio in a deal worth 75 billion pesos ($1.3 billion), the Philippine companies said in a statement late Friday.
Jazz concert held at the Center of Belvedere
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- On Thursday night the Charlottesville Jazz Society hosted Michael Hawkins and the Brotherhood at the Center of Belvedere.
NKY business owners fear proposed alcohol fee bill could drive customers away
Proposed 4% regulatory fee on all alcohol sales draws opposition from small business owners
New Outlet Mall Development Map Reveals Plans For Hotels, Entertainment, And Bass Pro
A map showing the planned layout for the redevelopment of the Osage Beach Outlet Mall has been obtained by LakeExpo, and it reveals more details about the developers' plans for
Major shakeup underway at HHS as White House braces for midterms
Several senior officials are exiting RFK Jr.'s department amid an effort to focus on drug pricing and food issues.
RFK Jr. shakes up top health department staff
Two senior officials, including one who was running the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, are leaving their posts.
Director Pablo Larraín Launches Pijama, Affordable Movie Rental Service to Help Fix the Distribution Business (Exclusive)
Co-founded with his brother and producing partner, Juan de Dios Larraín, the new TVOD platform offers filmmakers pricing control, 80 percent revenue share and global territory flexibility.
The 5 Wildest Anecdotes from the WSJ’s Report on Kristi Noem
A new report revealed new details of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s chaotic tenure, including a claim that she fired a pilot over a missing blanket.
‘Jeopardy! Invitational Tournament’ 2026 Semifinal Matchups Revealed
The semifinals kick off on Friday, after a disappointing game on Thursday.
Ukrainian athlete Heraskevych's appeal for reinstatement dismissed by sports court
The Court of Arbitration for Sport on Friday dismissed an appeal by Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych to be reinstated in the Milano Cortina Olympics after he was disqualified over his “helmet of remembrance".
Five Science Fiction Movies to Stream Now
In this month’s picks, avengers of the toxic variety and princesses of the cosmic variety.
Paris says 'oui' to booming business of romantic proposals
STORY: This Texan couple have been dating for one year.And Josue Perales wanted extra special celebrations with his girlfriend Kayla Balboa. On a candlelit terrace, overlooking the Eiffel Tower, she says "yes".Balboa had always wanted a Paris proposal. "She's always been mentioning how...""This is my dream place.""This is her dream... well, here we are."To make sure every detail was perfect, Perales employed the help of a local marriage proposal planning agency.And he's not the only one.Paris is seeing a surge in demand for elaborate marriage proposals like this one.Thanks to social media, TV shows and events showcasing the "City of Love", the entire industry catering to love-struck couples willing to pay thousands for unforgettable moments is booming.Les Entremetteuses, or "The Matchmakers", helped Perales get his "yes".Founder Pauline Le Tendre says Valentine's Day is her "busiest day of the year."But she says she's busy all year round - after demand started growing in 2019, with a brief lull during the pandemic."Once the borders reopened, it steadily increased. After that, there were a couple of boosts with (the TV show) 'Emily in Paris,' the Paris Olympics also. We had a lot of work after the Games."The company's proposal packages start at 590 euros, or just under $700, for a proposal on the Seine river banks.The average spend can go up to $2,400 - with some clients spending more for extras, like performers.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Artem Martynov & Anastasia KalynaFor those wanting to splurge even more, Kiss Me in Paris has them covered.The agency says its clients typically spend an average of about $12,000 on their experiences - or as much as some $118,000.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Tuan Nguyen FilmsLuxurious proposals are choreographed in high-end hotels, aboard yachts on the Seine, or in authentic French chateaux."To just be able to, in your social circles, say, 'We got engaged in Paris,' is great, right? It has prestige, it has cachet." That's Cengiz Ozelsel, who co-founded Kiss Me in Paris with his wife Chantelle Marie Streete.They say bookings have more than doubled since 2015.While the more budget-friendly Oui Love Paris agency told Reuters, its bookings have quadrupled since 2020.For many planners, though, the payoff is more than just numbers."I absolutely love it because... people are inviting you into their lives at one of the most special times in their lives."
Creating Communities to Help Interdisciplinary Scientists Thrive
Solving complex challenges often requires diverse expertise, but skepticism remains within traditional academic institutions and mindsets regarding interdisciplinary science and scientists.
Jovin Webb shows, Saturday farmers market and LSU Baseball 3 things to do this weekend
Our top 3 picks
Belvedere Inn named a top romantic restaurant by Cosmopolitan, OpenTable
Ahead of Valentine's Day, popular magazine Cosmopolitan and restaurant website OpenTable announced the Belvedere Inn as one of their top picks for a romantic dinner out.
Senate approves bill to protect business franchisees' religious beliefs, operating days
It prohibits a franchisor from requiring existing franchisees with sincerely held religious beliefs to operate on religious days. There are a few exceptions, including when an original franchise agreement required operation on a religious day.
China mulls US manufacturing fund ahead of Xi-Trump summit, business leader says
Leaders to secure ‘very positive’ outcomes but no ‘grand bargain’ during talks in Beijing, AmCham China chair predicts.
Labour factions vie for influence over Starmer’s reset after McSweeney exit
Groups sensing chance to redefine party’s direction push for progressive pivot, cabinet reshuffle and new economic tack
Will AI’s Next Casualty Be Paris’ Office Towers?
Paris’s version of Canary Wharf suffers real-estate distress as WFH, Zoom and emerging AI reduce office space needs.
Lancaster County public sales: Feb. 13, 2026
Martin & Rutt Auctioneers LLC, of New Holland, conducted a public auction of real estate Feb. 5 for Warren G. and Tina W. Mickley at 676 Fivepointville Road, Denver. A
Epstein Revelations Rock Norway’s Political Elite
The Nordic country is undergoing a reckoning after leading political figures were revealed to have ties to the sex offender.
Opinion: For a meaningful retirement, stay engaged by substitute teaching
Retirement sounds perfect — no meetings, no deadlines, no office politics. I first tried it at 65. That was a decade ago. I failed — repeatedly.Short-term projects were too interesting to pass up. And while my breaks between assignments were relaxing, I wasn’t ready to disengage entirely. I enjoyed the freedom retirement offered, yet I still craved structure, purpose, and a sense of contribution.Now I’ve found an option that comes surprisingly close to the best of both worlds: substitute teaching.
We’re Living in a Golden Age of Close-Up Magic
For our next trick, we explain why professional magicians are having a major moment.
Google quietly fixed a big annoyance with Android's Driving Mode
Google is quietly fixing an annoyance with Android that would result in automatic DND misfiring via Driving mode.
Venezuelan Politician Living in Exile in the US is Detained by ICE
Carlos Roberto García, an ex-mayor opposed to the Maduro regime, fled Venezuela in 2017. He faces deportation to a country with a long history of punishing political dissidents.
Indonesian Media Firm Tied to Trump’s Business Partner Is Said to Weigh Hong Kong Listing
PT MNC Digital Entertainment, the media and entertainment unit of Indonesian conglomerate MNC Group is considering a second listing in Hong Kong, according to people familiar with the matter, in what would be a rare deal for a non-Chinese company seeking to float shares in the Asian financial hub.
Neff College of Business Job Fair
Approximately 450 undergraduate and graduate students seeking internships as well as part-time and full-time positions attended Thursday's event in John F. Savage Arena, which featured recruiters and representatives from more than 60 companies nationwide.
Council member: Keeping the Mavs downtown is more than a smart business decision
Dallas city council member argues the Dallas Mavericks shouldremain downtown to promote inclusive, citywide growth.
Sports-politics' unholy alliance: Never-ending toxic relationship?
Sports and politics have never really been separate. Sport markets itself as fair play and unity, but politics is driven by power and interest. When they...
Hemp businesses rally against Chicago’s upcoming ban
Chicago’s upcoming ban on intoxicating hemp products has business owners rallying for a mayoral veto, warning it will shut down small businesses, cost jobs and disproportionately impact minority-owned establishments.
CIA pitches Chinese military officers on helping the US in new video amid officer purge in China
The CIA is ramping up its efforts to recruit Chinese spies by releasing a new Mandarin-language video on Thursday that appeals directly to the country’s military officers who may be disillusioned with the corruption in their current government and President Xi Jinping’s extensive purges of top generals.
Bipartisan opposition over inflammatory comments likely to sink Trump State Dept. nominee
Jeremy Carl, the Trump administration’s pick for a top State Department position, is unlikely to get the job after a bipartisan group of senators grilled him over his history of racist, sexist, and reported antisemitic comments and posts.
UNM Medical Student Wins Inaugural Award for Native American Health Research
The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center (HSLIC) is pleased to present the inaugural winner of the Patricia V. Bradley Native American Health Research Award to Taylor Russell, a third-year student at the UNM School of...
Dagen McDowell: AI, nation need to deal with exploding health care cost in order to continue existing
'The Big Money Show' panel analyzes the 'gray-shaped economy' and the January jobs report.
NASA telescope spots the building blocks for life spewing out of comet 3I/ATLAS
NASA's SPHEREx space telescope detected organic molecules coming off comet 3I/ATLAS as the interstellar visitor made its closest approach to Earth in December.
Federal Health Care Funding in Place for 2026
On February 3, President Trump signed legislation funding most federal agencies through fiscal year 2026 (FY26), which ends September 30. The package includes key health care extenders and reforms, including Medicare telehealth flexibilities and support for low-income beneficiary outreach. It also largely protects Administration for Community Living (ACL) programs and others which are important to […]
BNP Gets Majority in Bangladesh Election, Local TV Networks Say
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party has secured a victory in the country’s landmark election Thursday, according to numerous local television news networks, potentially clearing the way for its leader, Tarique Rahman, to become prime minister.
LG Health selects interim CEO to fill the position permanently
Michael D. Barber, a seasoned hospital executive, has been chosen to lead Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, Lancaster County's largest health system and employer, following a nationwide search.
High school basketball: In both his sports, Hopkinton's Cauley contributes immensely
Whether he’s on the field or the court, Kristof Cauley is a scorer.
Inside the IOC's neutrality rules for Olympians
Political protests have been restricted since 1975 under Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter.
Rejecting science, Trump reverses conclusion that climate change is harming Americans
The 2009 endangerment finding affirms that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases pose a threat to human health and welfare. Its repeal marks one of the most significant deregulatory actions in U.S. history.
High school roundup: Tarrier hits milestone in Goffstown victory
Senior captain Zack Tarrier registered three goals and an assist to break the career 100-point milestone, leading Goffstown to a 6-2 win over Spaulding in a Division II hockey game
Google Says Deep Think AI Can Partner on Advanced Math, Science
Alphabet Inc. has updated its Gemini Deep Think artificial intelligence model for better performance in math and science research, the company said.
Politics Seep Into Olympics After Ukrainian Banned Over a Helmet
Lying face-down on a flat sled, ready to lunge head-first down an ice track, skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych wore a helmet during his training sessions for the Winter Olympics featuring images of fellow Ukrainians who had died during Russia’s invasion of his country.