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Medical tourism: US family went to Turkey for healthcare, saved money
Amid rising US healthcare costs, Cara West found relief in medical tourism. Her family saved thousands getting tests and scans done in Turkey.
Country music star revealed her reason for divorce: ‘It wasn’t love’
The singer has been open about her health and her love life.
Small business owner: More uncertainty after Trump tariffs overturned
Marc Bowker, a small business owner, said Trump continues to cause uncertainty for small businesses after Supreme Court tariff ruling.
Trump Official Backs Russia’s Return to Global Sports
Paolo Zampolli, a special envoy for President Trump, endorsed Russia’s participation at next month’s Paralympics, a move greeted with dismay in European capitals.
Feb. 20 Sports Caravan
Smith Valley's Luke Lannom had 26 points as the Bulldogs beat Spring Mountain 81-53 to advance to the 1A state championship
Mark Few Won’t Underestimate the Much-Improved Pacific Tigers
The Zags’ second-to-last game at home welcomes coach Dave Smart and a underrated group in the West Coast Conference.
Colorado small business owner reacts to Supreme Court tariff ruling
Denver7 followed up with the owner of Outdoor Element, a business to help campers and hikers explore with confidence, after Friday's Supreme Court tariff ruling.
Some Atlanta business owners say tariffs hurt sales, but others say they got a boost
Business owners on both sides say they're optimistic about how the Supreme Court's decision will help.
Kennedy's 32 lead Merrimack past Siena 79-72 in OT
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. (AP) Kevair Kennedy scored 32 points to lead Merrimack over Siena 79-72 in overtime on Friday night.
After decades of soliciting the expertise of locals, Hajo Eicken’s northern career is coming full circle
The director of the International Arctic Research Center at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is returning home to Germany after 28 years in Alaska.
Section III high school sports scoreboard, stats leaders for Feb. 20
See results from Section III teams.
Fairfield defeats Sacred Heart 78-68
FAIRFIELD, Conn. (AP) Braden Sparks scored 21 points as Fairfield beat Sacred Heart 78-68 on Friday night.
Menard scores 30, Marist downs Manhattan 84-70
RIVERDALE, N.Y. (AP) Justin Menard put up 30 points as Marist beat Manhattan 84-70 on Friday night.
Lyles scores 26, Akron defeats Ball State 78-65
MUNCIE, Ind. (AP) Amani Lyles scored 26 points to help Akron defeat Ball State 78-65 on Friday.
Oakland small businesses still face uncertainty after Supreme Court ruling on tariffs
Ruben Dominguez, Texas A&M seek scoring touch vs. Sooners
Texas A&M squares off with streaky Oklahoma in a Southeastern Conference game on Saturday in Norman, Okla.
WNC small business operators react after Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs
In a 6-3 ruling, the Supreme Court said President Donald Trump's global tariffs are illegal on Friday, Feb. 20.
Oregon State secures $25 million for Field Sports Building
The new 15,000-square-foot facility will house five Beavers outdoor sports teams and construction begins in July 2026.
Vastly improved Cal looks to sweep series with rival Stanford
Vastly improved Cal looks to sweep series with rival Stanford
Ohio, DOJ sue health network for limitations on insurers
The state of Ohio and the U.S. Department of Justice are suing health network OhioHealth, alleging that they limit competition and drive up healthcare costs for patients and employees.
Autism Rates Appear To Be Even Across Sexes. Diagnosis Is Not | Science Friday
There’s a long-held idea that autism is more prevalent in boys than girls—the CDC says it’s three times as common. But a growing body of research suggests the reality is more complica...
Miracle on Ice transcended sports and captivated the nation
The Way I See It Art Smith One of the biggest battles of the cold war with the Soviet Union occurred not on the battlefield but on the ice of a smallish hockey rink in the quiet village of Lake Placid, New York. Forty-six years ago, a group of young men, the youngest ever sent […]
Connect with small business owners at Dave & Busters in Modesto
NC mental health overhaul: Coastal Horizons sees high demand as state releases year-one progress report
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services said it is working to meet growing demand. Secretary Dev Sangvai said the state has reached a turning point.
Reality star says she’s facing a new health challenge in 2026
Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi reveals her cervical cancer diagnosis and urges women to stay on top of health screenings after early detection.
How tariffs have impacted NYC small business bottom line
Revered Tennessee sports writer Wes Rucker passes at 43
Thursday afternoon revered Tennessee sports writer Wes Rucker passed away as a result of a car accident at the age of 43. Rucker got his start in sports journalism as a writer for The Daily Beacon in 2000 while attending the University of Tennessee. His fervor for covering the Volunteers was unmatched. Although work...
Roanoke business reacts to Supreme Court tariff ruling
Though the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that most of Trump's tariff policy is not permitted, it will take another year for a Roanoke business to see rising cost subside.
Impacted Northeast Wisconsin business reacts to Supreme Court's tariff strikedown
SHEBOYGAN (WLUK) -- Friday, in a 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump's emergency tariffs are illegal. For area small business
OpenAI may sell a smart speaker with facial recognition camera
Is this the Jony Ive product that will save the ChatGPT maker?
Pappas Holds Discussion with NH Health Care Leaders on Protecting and Expanding Telehealth Access
Today Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) held a roundtable conversation with local health advocates from organizations and hospitals, including New Futures, Speare Memorial Hospital, Home Care, Hospice and Palliative Care Alliance of NH, HealthFirst, to highlight the importance of telehealth for Granite Staters and his recently introduced bipartisan legislation to protect and expand access to telehealth.
Didn’t get Hilary Duff ‘Lucky Me Tour’ tickets? Here’s where you can still buy them
Entertainment shows, tickets and streaming
New tariffs reshaped small businesses. Will they get their money back?
High tariffs changed the way small companies did business in 2025. Now that the Supreme Court has ruled many tariffs illegal, they want their money back.
New mini-golf, bar entertainment destination coming to Birmingham’s Parkside District
Urban Supply announced Wednesday that their newest tenant, Minnie’s Golf & Bar, is coming to Birmingham later this year.
Andrew Yang on tariff ruling: ‘People should be furious at this mismanagement of the economy on the part of the president.’
OpenAI’s Hardware Device Just Leaked, and You Will Cringe
A team of over 200 employees at OpenAI has been working on a smart speaker that features a built-in camera to analyze its surroundings.
February 20, 2026
Autism has long been thought of as a condition that mostly affects boys, but data suggest that’s not true. Plus, an update on the first state-run psilocybin therapy programs, and why the American Medical Association is joining an effort to launch an independent vaccine review panel. And, what record-low snowpack in Utah and Colorado means for the region's water supply.
Scientists May Have Found The Key Cellular Process Behind Aging in Animals
A new path to longevity?
Scientists May Have Found The Key Cellular Process Behind Aging in Animals
A new path to longevity?
'The damage cannot be refunded': Small businesses weigh Supreme Court's tariff ruling
Trump is already promising new tariffs, clouding the outlook for business owners after the high court's decision.
It's a big month for businesses in Chapel Hill that were flooded by Tropical Storm Chantal
Renovations are ongoing at many businesses, while others have closed completely.
A third patient has died after Idaho cut a Medicaid mental health service
A man in his 40s, who had severe mental illness and lived with his family in the Boise area, died recently after Idaho cut critical mental health services, according to a clinic owner who leads the local treatment team.
Virginia colleges see shift in top majors since 2004
SCHEV data shows top majors shifting toward business, health and computer science since 2004.
What new plan says Oregon can do to retain behavioral health workers
Oregon needs to improve recruitment, credentialing and training of behavioral health workers, a report from a council formed by Gov. Tina Kotek said.
Jony Ive's First OpenAI Device Will Be Smart Speaker With Camera, 2027 Launch Planned
OpenAI is working on several AI hardware devices in partnership with former Apple designer Jony Ive, and the first product that comes out could be a smart speaker. The company is developing a smart speaker, a smart lamp, and considering AI glasses, according to The Information, with the speaker set to come out in early 2027. OpenAI's smart speaker has an integrated camera and it is designed to learn information about who is using it and what's around them.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: “American Idol” winner brings nostalgic sounds to the Millwald Theatre
"American Idol" champion to perform concert in Wytheville next week.
Small business owners celebrate Supreme Court striking down Trump's tariffs
The battle against the president's so-called reciprocal tariffs is won, but the war for free trade and a stable business environment continues.
Autism Rates Appear To Be Even Across Sexes. Diagnosis Is Not
Autism has long been thought of as a condition that mostly affects boys—but data suggest that’s not true.
UT Dallas’ BrainHealth Week brings brain science to the public
The University of Texas at Dallas is bringing back its BrainHealth Week for a fourth year. The conference will run from Feb. 23-28 and offer a slate of public...
Why does women's pain last longer than men's? A new study offers an answer
The research suggests that men’s immune systems have a better mechanism for shutting off pain, which could explain why women have more chronic symptoms.
As Google Home Speaker reboot nears, OpenAI reportedly launching smart speaker with camera
OpenAI is apparently working on a new smart speaker due to launch in 2027, according to a new report. The...
Spring sports roundup: St. Paul’s rolls past Spanish Fort in baseball opener
Check out the highlights from baseball, softball, soccer and tennis this week.
Motorola's latest foldables are finally getting Android 16 in the US
Better late than never, as they say. Motorola's Razr 2025 and Razr Ultra 2025, also known as the Razr 60 and Razr 60 Ultra outside of North America, are...
Borderlands 4: Legend of the Stone Demon Details
Players can collect 24 new cosmetics and more as part of the game's upcoming Bounty Pack 2.
From longshot lawsuit to landmark ruling: How a family toy business took on Trump's tariffs
When Rick Woldenberg took the reins of his family's toy business, Learning Resources Inc, nearly three decades ago, politics and litigation were not on his agenda. Then he became a central figure in one of the most significant U.S. Supreme Court rulings of the last several years.
OpenAI’s first Jony Ive device sounds like HomePod 2.0: report
A new report details OpenAI’s hardware ambitions, and reveals that the first Jony Ive-designed device expected to launch is a smart speaker.
No. 25 Alabama brings high-octane offense to LSU
Head coach Nate Oats and No. 25 Alabama are hoping for repeat performances from Labaron Philon Jr. and Aiden Sherrell when they face LSU on Saturday in Baton Rouge, La.
OpenAI will reportedly release an AI-powered smart speaker in 2027
OpenAI may release its first AI-powered consumer device in 2027.
MAHA activists warn Trump could lose their support over glyphosate order
Members of the U.S. Make America Healthy Again movement that backs Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. say an executive order this week to boost domestic production of the weedkiller glyphosate risks their support in November's midterm elections.
At Berlin Film Festival, the Politics Are Onscreen, Too
Some directors and stars at the Berlin Film Festival rejected a political view of cinema. But the movies there suggest that politics is broader than just activism.
Where do Cam Newton, Tua Tagovailoa, other in-state stars rank on ESPN’s top college football QBs of 2000s?
ESPN’s Bill Connelly released updated Top 100 on Friday
Business celebrates win over Trump tariffs, but refunds will take time
Thousands of businesses won a hard-fought victory when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled to overturn the White House's emergency tariffs. The process of getting refunds has only just begun.
Wes Rucker, longtime Knoxville sports journalist, dies at 43
Wes Rucker, who spent decades covering Tennessee Athletics, died in a car crash Thursday, according to the Knoxville Police Department.
Kansas City police release pictures of suspects involved in shooting near entertainment district
The shooting happened near Westport Road and Central Street, near the post office, on February 8.
German business lobby warns of unfair trade practices by China
German business bosses warned on Friday of what they called destabilising and unfair global business practices by China, ahead of a visit to Beijing by Chancellor Friedrich Merz in which he is expected to focus on cooperation opportunities.
Climate Physicists Face the Ghosts in Their Machines: Clouds
The planet is getting hotter, but one factor in particular makes it hard to tell just how hot it will get. Physicists and computer scientists are racing to solve the problem of clouds.
No. 20 Arkansas, Missouri vying for coveted SEC tournament seedings
No. 20 Arkansas, Missouri vying for coveted SEC tournament seedings
$409M hospital plan aims to ease jail mental health backlog in Georgia
Unveiled earlier this week, the Senate’s version of the state budget includes $409 million to build a new 300-bed mental health hospital.
6th measles case reported in Rockwall County, health officials say
The first case was identified Feb. 5, according to a statement from the Rockwall County Health Authority. Since then, five other family members within the...
Inside the OpenAI Team Developing its AI Devices
OpenAI has more than 200 people working on a family of AI-powered devices that will include a smart speaker and possibly smart glasses and a smart lamp, according to a person with knowledge of the plans. New details are starting to emerge about the group and its development strategy. The smart ...
This week in HS Sports: A day of hope, celebration for Alaina and John Peacock
Alaina will escort her husband John out of a rehabilitation center today, 102 days after he suffered a near-fatal brain injury.
Netflix Will Soon Stop Working on Some Streaming Players & Smart TVs
In a move that signals the ongoing evolution of streaming technology, Netflix has announced it will end support for its application on the PlayStation 3 console and several other older devices effective March 2, 2026. This decision affects a niche but dedicated group of users who continue to rely on these aging platforms for accessing […]
Sports Daily: Get ready for another packed weekend of college hoops
We will get you ready for another packed weekend of college hoops. And the Voice of the Shockers Mike Kennedy joins the show.
FanDuel Sports Network closing Atlanta offices, laying off dozens of employees
The layoffs are happening as the future of regional sports networks remains up in the air.
Rams promote pass game coordinator Nathan Scheelhaase to OC
Scheelhaase has spent the last two seasons with the Los Angeles Rams, first as an offensive assistant and passing game specialist, then as pass game coordinator.
Trump climate health rollback likely to hit poor, minority areas hardest, experts say
The Trump administration’s Environmental Protection Agency overturned some pollution regulations.
Client Relationship Retention and Steady Sales Momentum Make Jack Henry & Associates (JKHY) a Resilient Business
Conestoga Capital Advisors, an asset management company, released its fourth-quarter 2025 investor letter. As many believe, US equities experienced solid returns in 2025, with double-digit gains across all major indices, yet underlying conditions revealed extreme volatility and market leadership. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. In Q4 2025, Conestoga Capital Advisors SMid Cap Strategy […]
Health Rounds: Link between low oxygen and reduced blood sugar could yield new diabetes treatments
Diabetes is less common among people living at high altitudes, where oxygen levels are low, than at sea level, and researchers who have discovered why that happens say the reason may lead to new treatments.
Goodman: Ladies, listen up, the health of your college-football loving man depends on it
A major anniversary is here and this one is too important to ignore.
Colorism: An Underrecognized Mental Health Issue
What happens when your therapist doesn’t understand colorism? Learn why this blind spot harms clients and what clinicians must do differently.
Connect with GSA at the CT Business Matchmaker in Hartford on March 5
February 20, 2026Connect with GSA at the CT Business Matchmaker on March 5 in HartfordHARTFORD, Conn. –Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced that GSA’s Office of Small Disadv
Scientists just mapped mysterious earthquakes deep inside Earth
Scientists at Stanford have unveiled the first-ever global map of rare earthquakes that rumble deep within Earth’s mantle rather than its crust. Long debated and notoriously difficult to confirm, these elusive quakes turn out to cluster in regions like the Himalayas and near the Bering Strait. By developing a breakthrough method that distinguishes mantle quakes using subtle differences in seismic waves, researchers identified hundreds of these hidden tremors worldwide.
Brad Nitschke connects compassion to counsel at Parkland Health
Five years ago, Brad Nitschke officially married his values and passion with his career mission when he joined the legal team at Parkland Health. In December,...
Florida lawmakers aim to boost high school sports, extracurriculars
A roundup of Florida education news from around the state
New cybersecurity rules for US defense industry create barrier for some small suppliers
New U.S. cybersecurity rules for the defense sector are leading some small suppliers to rethink military work due to high compliance costs, raising production risks at a time when the Trump administration is pressuring contractors to boost output and diversify the supply base.
‘We’ve been abandoned’: Some Md. business owners say Gov. Wes Moore left them behind
When Wes Moore first ran for governor, he framed his candidacy around a simple promise: Maryland would “leave no one behind.” But some small business owners say they feel abandoned.
The Olympics and Politics Are More Intertwined Than Ever. Maybe That’s a Good Thing
The Olympics often provide a moment of unity and celebration during times of geopolitical uncertainty. But blind nationalism didn’t win at the 2026 Winter Games.
Science & Nature News and Features
Delve into the wonders of science and nature on Smithsonian Magazine's category page. Explore fascinating articles, discoveries and natural phenomena.
Euro zone business activity improved in February as manufacturing bounced back, PMI shows
Euro zone business activity accelerated faster than forecast this month as manufacturing swung back to growth for the first time since October, though the dominant services sector marginally underperformed expectations, a survey showed.
Rwanda's apex bank reaffirms validity of coins amid public complaints
The National Bank of Rwanda has cautioned businesses against rejecting small coins, insisting all denominations remain legal tender despite digital trends
No. 14 Virginia, Miami set for ACC second-place showdown
Second place in the Atlantic Coast Conference will be on the line Saturday afternoon when Miami visits No. 14 Virginia in Charlottesville, Va.
No. 19 Vanderbilt hosts rival Tennessee in much-anticipated clash
No. 19 Vanderbilt hosts in-state rival Tennessee on Saturday in Nashville for one of the most significant recent matchups in the 104-year history of the series.
Brown's 18 lead Southern Indiana past Western Illinois 77-70
MACOMB, Ill. (AP) — Amaree Brown's 18 points helped Southern Indiana defeat Western Illinois 77-70 on Thursday.
Henderson scores 26, UC Riverside downs CSU Bakersfield 93-65
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (AP) Andrew Henderson had 26 points in UC Riverside's 93-65 win over CSU Bakersfield on Thursday.
TIME100 Health Honorees Speak at Event in New York City
Dr. Kiran Musunuru, Kerry Burnight, Jesse Eisenberg toasted to funding research, reimagining aging, and spreading altruism.
Africa’s wealthiest billionaire commits $1 million to a scholarship fund for business graduates
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has committed $1
Parker has 22 as Radford beats Gardner-Webb 82-70
RADFORD, Va. (AP) — Dennis Parker Jr. had 22 points in Radford's 82-70 victory against Gardner-Webb on Thursday.