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New York Fed EHIs Reveal Small Business Struggles
A look at the New York Fed’s Economic Heterogeneity Indicators (EHIs), which have been expanded to include the performance of small businesses.
Candy experiments teach chemistry at Great Lakes Science Center
Smitten with Science programming features Candy Chromatography workshops on Feb. 8, 15 and 22, teaching kids STEM concepts through hands-on candy experiments led by Andy Pallotta.
The essential first-hire checklist for small businesses
Hiring your first employee is a major milestone, and being prepared makes all the difference. In this episode of Small Business Smarts, go through the essential steps every business owner should complete before making that first hire. For more, visit ADP.com/SPARK
Sports Daily: KU picks up biggest road win of season so far
KU completes the second-half comeback for their biggest road win of the season. What does it mean big picture?
Inside Xbox, a Game Studio Is Trying to Reinvent Itself
Microsoft’s Obsidian Entertainment is searching for ways to make games more quickly and on smaller budgets.
Millions Of Legal Immigrants Are About to Lose Access To Government Loans for Small Businesses
The Small Business Administration is cutting off lending to any business with any amount of non-citizen ownership, excluding more than 5 million business owners from federal loans.
Dutchess County Partners with Colgate to Promote Children’s Oral Health
The Dutchess County Department of Health (DOH), in partnership with Colgate’s “Bright Smiles, Bright Futures” program, will host a free Children’s Dental Health Event on Saturday, February 21, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
January Deep Freeze Impacts Small Business Foot Traffic, New Fiserv Data Shows
Fiserv Small Business Index declined 1 point to 143; year-over-year sales grew +0.7% MILWAUKEE, Feb. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ: FISV), a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology, has published the Fiserv Small Business Index for January 2026,
Business listings: See the new businesses in Central NY (Feb. 2, 2026)
See a list of filings in Onondaga, Madison and Cayuga counties.
Opinion | We’ve been shoved down. Small business shows how we get back up.
Staring down an existential threat, small Twin Cities businesses like Modern Times and Pho 79 are meeting the moment, Adair Mosley writes.
Elon Musk Calls Billie Eilish ‘Hypocrite’ Over Grammys Speech
Elon Musk weighed in on Billie Eilish’s controversial Grammy Awards speech, where she denounced ICE and declared “F*** ICE” on stage. The tech billionaire responded publicly, sparking fresh debate over the singer’s political activism and past comments. Elon Musk calls out Billie Eilish over her speech At the 2026 Grammy Awards, Billie Eilish used her […] The post Elon Musk Calls Billie Eilish ‘Hypocrite’ Over Grammys Speech appeared first on Reality Tea.
Minister denounces Mandelson for interview in which he claims outrage about his Epstein links ‘disproportionate’
‘It is shameful. It does shame politics,’ said health minister Karin Smyth
Euro zone banks tightening access to business credit, ECB survey shows
Euro zone banks tightened access to corporate credit last quarter and expect to see further tightening ahead due to widespread economic uncertainty, partly related to trade policies, the European Central Bank's quarterly Bank Lending Survey showed on Tuesday.
Autism: myth-busting and what scientists still don't know : Short Wave
Autism has a long history of misinformation that continues to today. The Trump administration has perpetuated some of this misinformation in the last year. Among other things, officials have claimed certain groups of people don’t get the condition and that taking Tylenol while pregnant causes autism to later develop in children. Today, NPR Science Correspondent Jon Hamilton sets the record straight with host Emily Kwong on what scientists do and don’t know about autism. If you liked this episode, check out our episodes on an Autism researcher’s take on Trump’s claims about Tylenol and a Fragile X treatment that may be on the horizon.Interested in more science in the news? 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 Damian Herring.
Orsted sells European onshore business to CIP for $1.7 billion
Danish wind farm operator Orsted said on Tuesday it has agreed to sell its European onshore business to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) for 1.44 billion euros ($1.70 billion).
Top consulting firms test boundaries with China workarounds
Faced with a fraught geopolitical environment, global consultancies are turning to riskier ways to do business in China that some industry and legal experts say test the boundaries of Western sanctions and Beijing's drive to curb foreign involvement in sensitive sectors.
Suns, Trail Blazers shorthanded in clash before All-Star break
Both teams could be without their All-Star player when the Phoenix Suns visit the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday night.
Streaking Kraken, Ducks face off in key divisional tilt
Just think where Jared McCann and the Seattle Kraken might be if the forward had been healthy all season.
Licensed clinical mental health counselor says trauma follows children for years
A father and stepmother are facing several felony charges after they reportedly locked two children in rooms, and physically abused and humiliated them as punis
Indiana out to gain more Big Ten ground against USC
Indiana tries to close out a perfect Los Angeles road swing Tuesday when it visits Southern California for a Big Ten Conference clash.
UCLA faces Rutgers after disappointing home loss
After a heartbreaking loss in the middle of what was thought to be a momentum-building stretch, UCLA will try to pick up the pieces Tuesday in Los Angeles with a Big Ten Conference visit from Rutgers.
Will Arnett reveals 'very famous' comedian was kicked off 'Smartless' podcast after 10 minutes
Will Arnett says that one 'very famous' comedian, a 'f---ing rank a--hole,' had to be cut off after only 10 minutes on 'Smartless' and sent packing: 'You'll be blown away by who it is.'
SMU has hands full with surging North Carolina State
After three losses to ranked teams in as many weeks, SMU gets a chance against an unranked team when it squares off with North Carolina State in an Atlantic Coast Conference dustup on Tuesday in Dallas.
Opinion: Small choices, local impact: Showing up for Alaska’s small businesses
What empty tables say about the fragile state of Alaska’s small businesses.
Republican incumbents maintain fundraising leads in Alaska’s congressional races
U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan and U.S. Rep. Nick Begich had millions of dollars each in their campaign accounts heading into the election year.
Clintons try to reach agreement for Epstein testimony with contempt of Congress vote looming
Rep. James Comer, the chair of the House Oversight Committee, was advancing criminal contempt of Congress charges against both Clintons Monday evening for defying a congressional subpoena when a spokesman for the Clintons, Angel Ureña, suggested they would testify, posting on social media that the pair “will be there.”
SF small business owners file class action lawsuit against PG&E after December outages
The class action lawsuit filed Monday claims the utility caused Sunset District businesses significant financial harm during a series of outages around the holidays.
Lakers wrap up eight-game trek against woeful Nets
The Los Angeles Lakers marked the one-year anniversary of acquiring Luka Doncic by fading in the fourth quarter on Sunday.
Jeffrey Epstein's ties to politicians, business titans and other figures
The U.S. Justice Department's release of millions of internal documents related to Jeffrey Epstein has revealed the late financier and sex offender's ties to many prominent people in politics, finance, academia and business - both before and after he pleaded guilty in 2008 to prostitution charges, including soliciting an underage girl. Evidence in multiple legal and criminal cases has also shed light on these connections.
Factbox-Jeffrey Epstein's Ties to Politicians, Business Titans and Other Figures
Feb 2 (Reuters) - The U.S. Justice Department's release of millions of internal documents related to Jeffrey Epstein has revealed the late financier and sex offender's ties to many prominent people in politics, finance, academia and business - both before and after he pleaded guilty in 2008 to ...
Scientists just mapped the hidden structure holding the Universe together
Astronomers have produced the most detailed map yet of dark matter, revealing the invisible framework that shaped the Universe long before stars and galaxies formed. Using powerful new observations from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the research shows how dark matter gathered ordinary matter into dense regions, setting the stage for galaxies like the Milky Way and eventually planets like Earth.
San Francisco Small Businesses to Sue PG&E Over Losses From December Power Outages
Business owners and residents say the financial credits offered by the utility don’t reflect true financial damages.
Ranked again, No. 25 Tennessee faces road-tested Ole Miss
No. 25 Tennessee seems to be hitting its stride as the first half of the SEC season winds down.
The U.S. Has Exited the World Health Organization. Here's What That Means for the Country
The U.S. departure from the World Health Organization became official in late January 2026, according to the Trump administration – a year after President Donald Trump signed an executive order on inauguration day of his second term declaring that he was doing so. He first stated his intention to ...
SBA bars green card holders from business loan ownership starting March 1
A new Small Business Administration policy taking effect March 1 will bar businesses with any legal permanent resident ownership from receiving SBA-backed loans, reversing longstanding eligibility rules and moving in a direction that lenders say
Berna Sozen Wins Vilcek Prize for Creative Promise in Biomedical Science
Berna Sozen, PhD, was awarded the prize in recognition of her research, which has enhanced understanding of embryonic development.
Rep. James Talarico mixes faith, family story and Senate pitch in national TV appearance
The Democratic lawmaker defended his record and argued he can flip Texas Senate seat by building a broad coalition.
Jersey Shore mayor announces reelection bid despite business collapse and millions in debt
The mayor is running for a fifth term while addressing his Chapter 11 bankruptcy case and the closure of his family's Wonderland Pier.
Google Home update finally adds support for smart buttons in automations
Google Home is finally addressing one of its biggest shortcomings in automations, with support now rolling out for smart buttons...
International companies cut off business in the U.S. because of ICE
French multinational Capgemini moved to distance itself “immediately” from ICE after criticism from French officials; a Canadian company has also canceled a sale to the agency.
Eddie Bauer stores at risk of closure as operator nears bankruptcy
The Eddie Bauer brand, best known for its durable outdoor apparel, is 106 years old. It was founded in Seattle in 1920 by outdoorsman Eddie Bauer.
Walmart has a ton of 65-inch TVs on sale ahead of Super Bowl Sunday: Samsung, TCL, Hisense, more
The Super Bowl is on Sunday, February 8.
Puppy Bowl to take center stage at Liberty Science Center on Super Bowl weekend event
The canine participants will come from The Seeing Eye of Morristown.
MSU expert on sports a gateway to understanding society
Bryan Ellis, an assistant professor at MSU's Center for Integrative Studies in Social Science shares how sports are a powerful microcosm of society.
Measles case reported in Dane County, Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services says
Wisconsin Department of Health Services and Public Health Madison-Dane County said the person became exposed to the illness during international travel.
Seahawks vs. Patriots odds: How to bet the Super Bowl
Here are the trends and angles to consider for the Super Bowl 60 matchup between Seattle and New England
Country music star explains why he didn’t talk politics at Grammys
He appreciated the chance to explain why he doesn't talk politics.
Why Mass. is about to face a health care staffing crisis. And how that will affect your family
Haitian immigrants make up nearly 40% of home health aides in the Bay State, and a Tuesday deadline is ending their protected status.
Norton Rose Fulbright expands business practice with five partners in two cities
New arrivals advance firm’s transactional and healthcare capabilities in key US marketsChicago, IL, Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright today announced a powerful expansion of its business practice with the addition of an impressive group of corporate, private equity, healthcare, finance and tax lawyers who further enhance the firm’s robust transactional capabilities. Andrew Smolik and Michael Flood join Norton Rose Fulbright’s St. Louis office, as Seth Aigner
First Foldable iPhone Design Details Revealed
Apple's first foldable iPhone will feature relocated volume buttons, an all-black camera plateau, a smaller Dynamic Island, and more, according to design leaks from a known Weibo leaker. The user known as "Instant Digital" today claimed to share several key details about the design of the foldable iPhone: The volume buttons will be located on the top edge of the device, aligned to the right, similar to the iPad mini.
From nutrition student to women’s health, a winding path finds purpose
Sydney Heck '21 found her way to the Department of Nutrition at Texas A&M, and eventually, her calling to be a women's health nurse.
Newsmakers of the Year
Newsmakers are shaping how neighborhoods evolve, how firms navigate politics and how companies adapt to emerging technologies and economic uncertainty.
At a ‘Melania’ screening, cheers for Trump, snickers at Obama — and a reminder of our nation’s political divide
Having read a biography of her and learned almost nothing from it, I was looking forward to gaining insights about our First Lady. But nothing in the documentary has a true “behind the scenes” feel.
U.S. Bank Debuts Small Business-Focused Visa Card
U.S. Bank has introduced a Visa-backed credit card designed for small business owners. The U.S. Bank Business Shield Visa Card, announced Monday (Feb. 2)
Open for Business: Orange County Launches New Business Resource Office
Small business owners and entrepreneurs now have access to a new Orange County resource hub connecting them with programs, tools, financial assistance and training to help them grow and succeed.
Vermont man turns hobby into accordion repair business
A 74-year-old Vermont man has found his passion not just in playing the accordion, but in fixing them. Nathan Longo is one of a handful of people who work on accordions in New England.
Galaxy S27 Ultra Could Feature Samsung’s Polar ID, A More Advanced Version Of Face ID That’s As Fast As Current Solutions While Being 50% Smaller
A proper Face ID competitor is said to be developed by Samsung called Polar ID, and best on the latest information, it could debut with the Galaxy S27 Ultra
Fear, tears and stress: Workers allege toxic culture inside Colorado’s Behavioral Health Administration
Nine current and former Colorado Behavioral Health Administration staffers told The Denver Post that Commissioner Dannette Smith fostered a chaotic and stressful work culture.
Politics Unplugged Podcast: Wayne Schutsky on guns & protests
KJZZ politics reporter Wayne Schutsky joins Politics Unplugged to dig deeper into the hot-button issue of guns at protests and Arizona's unique gun culture.
TIVER HONORED BY NJ BUSINESS & INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION FOR SUPPORT OF SMALL BUSINESSES
TIVER HONORED BY NJ BUSINESS & INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION FOR SUPPORT OF SMALL BUSINESSES February 2, 2026 Senator Latham Tiver (R-Burlington, Atlantic) was honored by the New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA) with the Paul L. Troast Award, recognizing his outstanding public service to the business community and strong commitment to improving New Jersey’s[...]
Sports Daily: KU salvages otherwise tough weekend for college basketball in Kansas
KU beats BYU, Wichita State and K-State fall in action this weekend.
The voters who could decide Texas’ top races
What the voters campaigns are chasing say matters in this year’s election.
U.S. Bank Business Shield™ Visa® Card Offers Intro 0% APR for up to 18 Billing Cycles
New business credit card offers rewards and access to Spend Management platform to monitor, track, and control spending U.S. Bank, a leading provider of payment services and solutions, today announced a new business credit card designed to help small business owners navigate fluctuations in finances and resources: the U.S. Bank Business Shield™ Visa® Card . The U.S. Bank Business Shield™ Visa® Card offers small business owners a new solution for navigating expected and unexpected expenses. This new business credit card offers a 0% introductory APR on purchases and balance transfers for 18 billing cycles when applying at any U.S. Bank branch and 12 billing cycles when applying in digital channels – all with no annual fee. Plus, cardholders can enjoy a suite of benefits to help navigate the foreseen - and the unforeseen - needs of their small business. “The Business Shield Visa card is designed to help business owners navigate the unpredictable financial and resource challenges that
EU reaffirms commitment to science-based multilateralism
Countries are meeting in Geneva for the first Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution plenary.
Hefty taxes kick back in for small Philly businesses
Many businesses are likely unprepared and unaware they need to start paying the city's Business Income and Receipts Tax.
Win-River and Rolling Hills pack February with casino events
Explore February California casino entertainment from Halestorm at Thunder Valley to Smokey Robinson, The Clairvoyants and Queen Revisited.
PBMs hit by Trump transparency rule
Drug supply chain middlemen would have to disclose financial dealings with drugmakers, pharmacies and others.
Hong Kong business confidence rises despite US-China tensions, survey notes
Business confidence in Hong Kong has improved for 2026 despite continuing global uncertainty, according to a survey report published on Monday by the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong.
Expected rise in uninsured Ohioans could signal new stress for providers, poorer public health
Expiration of enhanced tax credits that helped hundreds of thousands of Ohioans afford health insurance has the health care industry bracing for new stress on already-challenged resources and a long-term decline in public health.
Despite Elon Musk's criticism, Delaware sees jump in incorporations
A handful of billionaires and prominent companies urged corporations to leave Delaware. According to the numbers, the opposite happened.
Country music world rocked by deaths of 3 legends, including its oldest performer
Country music lost some iconic performers in January.
Small Businesses in Minneapolis Serve a City in Crisis. ‘This Is Our New Normal.’
In Minneapolis and St. Paul, business owners work to lift up a community that has been roiled by the presence of thousands of immigration agents.
Small Businesses in Minneapolis Serve a City in Crisis. ‘This Is Our New Normal.’
In Minneapolis and St. Paul, business owners work to lift up a community that has been roiled by the presence of thousands of immigration agents.
AI is coming for rodeo, the last major U.S. sport untouched by analytics
Rodeo's AI Moneyball era is here
AI is coming for rodeo, the last major U.S. sport untouched by analytics
Rodeo's AI Moneyball era is here
When Health Insurance Costs More Than the Mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
Too old to compete? This 87-year-old triathlete has tips for staying in the game
Despite issues with her heart, this octogenarian still competes in triathlons. She's proof that preventive medicine paired with smart lifestyle choices help seniors stay active longer.
How Omnicom’s new business is faring post-merger
Smirnoff has launched a global creative review after working with McCann since 2022.
Mandelson quits Labour as Epstein documents reveal he promised to amend tax on bank bonuses
The peer said he resigned his membership of the party to avoid causing it ‘further embarrassment’
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Review - Smooth Sailing
Even if the challenge isn’t always there, those who’ve set sail on this adventure before will find plenty to love in this latest expedition.
Geneva campus moves ahead with major science center buildout
A major new science complex is taking shape in Geneva as Hobart and William Smith Colleges finalize plans for the Fish Center for the Sciences, a four-story facility designed to bring multiple STEM disciplines under one roof. With design work nearly complete, the $25 million project marks one of the largest academic investments in the… MoreGeneva campus moves ahead with major science center buildout
From Y’all Street to Y’allywood: Texas is becoming an entertainment power center
An entertainment industry is burgeoning in Texas.
Pistons' Daniss Jenkins: Scores 18 in 20 minutes
Pistons' Daniss Jenkins: Scores 18 in 20 minutes
Thieves swipe $50,000 in Seahawks jerseys from Seattle small business
Joe Humphreys: Six qualities make you cool, according to science. Trying too hard isn’t one of them
There’s a lesson here for politicians or political analysts who put great store in image management
Alibaba to spend $431 million for Lunar New Year AI push as chatbot war heats up
Alibaba said on Monday it will spend 3 billion yuan ($431 million) to attract users to its Qwen AI app during the Lunar New Year holiday, heating up a race between China's largest tech firms.
Thunder beat Nuggets 121-111 behind Gilgeous-Alexander's 34 points
DENVER (AP) Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points and Cason Wallace added a career-best 27, including seven 3-pointers, as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Denver Nuggets 121-111 on Sunday night.
Japan's top business lobby invites activist fund Elliott for governance talks
Japan's biggest business lobby, Keidanren, has invited activist investor Elliott Investment Management to a private meeting on March 5 to discuss issues of corporate governance, it told member firms in a notice seen by Reuters.
The 2026 Virginia Black Business Leaders Awards
From rebuilding communities in the post–Jim Crow era to leading Fortune 500 companies and public institutions today, Black business leaders have played a central role in shaping Virginia’s modern economy. Today, they are driving growth, innovation and opportunity across the commonwealth — leading major corporations, expanding small businesses, strengthening public institutions and driving progress across […]
Hundreds attend South Bend mental health event urging funding for crisis platform
Hundreds from the St. Joseph County community gathered at the Islamic Society of Michiana's Community Hall in South Bend on Sunday to celebrate the community's
Anchorage parents, students react to potential sports cuts amid ASD budget snag
Anchorage School District superintendent Dr. Jharrett Bryantt’s announcement Friday about its impending $90 million deficit included a myriad of proposed cuts - many of which are athletics.
State Department announces no citizen initiatives made 2026 ballot; pot campaign says that's premature
Smart & Safe Florida says enough signatures were submitted and verified in county offices before a Sunday deadline.
Knicks reel off 6th straight win, beat Lakers in what might be LeBron James' final game at Madison Square Garden
The victory was New York's sixth straight following a 2-9 stretch that raised alarms in New York and reportedly prompted a players-only meeting.
UK’s ex-ambassador Mandelson quits Labour over Epstein links, reports say
Peter Mandelson says he is stepping down to avoid causing further embarrassment to the governing party.
5 Free Agent Safety Options the Vikings Could Target
In Week 18, the Minnesota Vikings hosted what felt like a farewell party for Harrison Smith, who wrapped up Year […]
Men’s Swim and Dive Beats Yale, Falls to Princeton | Sports
Men’s Swim and Dive Beats Yale, Falls to Princeton | Sports | The Harvard Crimson
Swedetown Trails Day lets people try winter sports for free
On Swedetown Trails Day, trail passes are waived, allowing people to ski for free.