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70 judges peruse hundreds of science fair projects at Interior science fair
Fourth-grader Lexi Snow wondered why she always blushes.
Where to watch Duke vs. Baylor in March Madness Second Round: Time, TV Channel
The No. 3 Duke Blue Devils face the 6 Baylor Bears in the Second Round of the women's NCAA Tournament. Here's how to see all the action.
The Antidote to Our Growing Crises Must Transcend Politics
Each day, the challenges in our nation pile up. In just recent weeks, there has been the ongoing war in Iran and the Middle East, and ongoing debates about the growing negative impact of the Internet, looming AI challenges, and the Epstein files. The anticipation of divisive, even ugly, midterm elec...
Teaching Health Through Food: Kayla’s Passion for Nutrition
In celebration of National Nutrition Month, Renee Dease met with Special Olympics Michigan staff member, Health Messenger, and athlete, Kayla Cornell, to talk about how she empowers Special Olympics athletes to build healthier habits through practical cooking skills and nutrition education. Check out their conversation below.
Healthy Kids Day collaboration with PTO Science Night, April 17
FROM FACEBOOK__Get ready for an action-packed evening! This year, the Bluffton YMCA Healthy Kids Day is joining forces with the Bluffton Schools PTO Science Night for one massive community event!
You were born with a playlist already in your soul: Why science says musicality is hardwired
We are born with a musical blueprint that might actually be older than language itself
Exclusive Blue Lagoon Skin Science Discount as Seen on TODAY
Shop TODAY's Adrianna Brach gets a behind-the-scenes look at the brand's innovative products.
Minnesota Blue Cross CEO steps down from Sutter Health board over conflict of interest
The Eagan-based insurer says CEO Dana Erickson was recused from Sutter board discussions on acquiring Allina Health, which provides care to many Blue Cross members.
130-Year-Old Unity Hall Hosts Bluegrass Legend Tony Trischka
A 130-year-old building was filled with music fans as a bluegrass legend performed on stage.
Small business and entrepreneurship growth a point of focus for Secretary of State’s Office
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – Entrepreneurs and small business owners in the Mountain State have gotten some extra support with the passage of new legislation. West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner me...
Swalwell plays up athletic credentials in effort to blunt DHS sweeps at World Cup
Rep. Eric Swalwell, citing his Division I soccer past, introduced a bill to ban ICE enforcement on public transit near World Cup sites this summer.
New controls can stretch, blur and even reverse quantum time flow
In new research published in Physical Review X, scientists have designed quantum control protocols that generate processes more consistent with time flowing backward than forward. The protocols—techniques ...
MSU Museum panel teaches about AI, politics and misinformation
Speakers discuss AI and its influence in politics and elections at the MSU Museum as a part of the Department of Political Science's "Blurred Realities" series.
Corporations flee to red states for better business climate
FOX Business contributor Lou Basenese explains the ongoing "blue state exodus," where companies like Yamaha and ExxonMobil are leaving Democrat-led states.
Sports editor Louisa Boardman loves the 'puzzle' of the busy sports world
Louisa Boardman has been the sports editor for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel since 2019.
Men’s NCAA Tournament Second Round Opening Odds: TCU vs. Duke
Horned Frogs battle top overall seed Blue Devils for a spot in the Sweet 16
Blue Jays Receive Unfortunate Health Update On Right-Hander Trey Yesavage
Yesavage won't be available at the start of the 2026 season.
Blue Jackets bring pressure-based mindset into meeting with Rangers
The Columbus Blue Jackets are on a 10-game point streak (6-0-4) as they prepare to host the New York Rangers on Thursday night.
I Flew JetBlue Business Class to London and Came Home a Fan
Our columnist traveled via Mint service on the underdog airline from JFK to Heathrow.
Chelsea 0-3 PSG (Agg: 2-8): Champions League holders embarrass Blues to reach quarter-finals
Adobe and Blumhouse Execs on AI and Democratizing Entertainment at SXSW
During SXSW, Variety New Frontiers in Entertainment presented by Adobe united a group of innovators to talk about where the business is headed.
Mills County authorities identify burglary suspect in adult entertainment club case
The Mills County Sheriff’s Department has identified a suspect in the burglary of an adult entertainment club in Council Bluffs.
Nintendo Switch 2 update adds one possible fix for blurry OG Switch games
Switch games running at 720p can look worse on the Switch 2's 1080p display.
DETROIT PISTONS PARTNERING WITH SCRIPPS SPORTS, TV-20 DETROIT TO BROADCAST FIVE GAMES OVER REMAINDER OF SEASON
The Detroit Pistons announced today that the organization will partner with Scripps Sports and FanDuel Sports Network Detroit for a third consecutive season
How a MacBook Neo bought for a high school student is worth $50k to Apple
One of the biggest mysteries ahead of the MacBook Neo launch was the price. We’d seen various estimates in the...
Chelsea vs PSG – Match preview and team news
Chelsea welcome Paris Saint-Germain to Stamford Bridge tonight, needing a miracle to overturn a daunting three-goal deficit against the Champions League holders.The Blues arrive following a bruising 5...
Trump is failing at the business of war
Nicholas Grossman: The president needs the Strait of Hormuz opened, but the lie-filled bluster he relied on to succeed in business and domestic politics aren’t working.
10 Audio Improvements in Apple's New AirPods Max 2
Apple refreshed the AirPods Max today, and the main new addition is an H2 chip that replaces the H1 chip. The H2 chip has previously been used in the AirPods 4 and the AirPods Pro 2 and later, but it's new to the AirPods Max. It brings multiple audio improvements alongside an updated high dynamic range amplifier. We've listed all of the audio features that are new to the AirPods Max according to Apple.
Red-hot teams clash when Hurricanes visit Blue Jackets
Andrei Svechnikov and Sebastian Aho look to continue their respective strong play on Tuesday as the Carolina Hurricanes visit the streaking Columbus Blue Jackets.
Blue crabs have a serious cannibalism problem
But growing up can help these famed Chesapeake crustaceans.
Louisiana-filmed vampire and blues film "Sinners" wins multiple Academy Awards
Nominated for a record-breaking 16 Academy Awards, the film "Sinners" took home four.
Science Olympiad Results for Division A
Julius Cordes Elementary School, Team Blue, takes first place at the San Joaquin CountyScience Olympiad for Division A.
Oz Says California’s Not Fighting Health Care Fraud. Data Shows a Larger Battle
By Don Thompson | KFF Health News SACRAMENTO, Calif. — For weeks, Mehmet Oz has been waging a public feud with California leaders over health care fraud, accusing the blue state of failing to adequately combat such abuse. Oz, who heads the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, alleged that
Duke earns top overall seed in 2026 NCAA Tournament
The Blue Devils won their second consecutive ACC championship on Saturday night under head coach Jon Scheyer.
The Trump health policy both parties are bullish on
Blue and red states are embracing a policy finalized during Trump's first term that encourages Obamacare sign-ups.
Bracketology: Duke projected as top overall seed for 2026 NCAA Tournament ahead of Michigan and Arizona
The Blue Devils edge Virginia for the ACC title and remain CBS Sports' projected No. 1 overall seed. Michigan, Arizona and Florida round out the top line as the final conference tournament games settle the 2026 NCAA Tournament picture.
Penguins overcome another multigoal deficit to win in Utah
SALT LAKE CITY — For almost 35 minutes Saturday, it was shaping up to be a very bad night for the Penguins. The Islanders and Blue Jackets both won,...
Duke Basketball Toughness Yields Program's 24th ACC Tournament Crown
The 2025-26 Duke basketball team secured Jon Scheyer's third ACC Tournament championship as head coach.
Likely No. 1 overall NCAA tournament seed Duke hangs on to beat Virginia for ACC tourney title
The Blue Devils have won back-to-back ACC tournament titles.
Duke battles Virginia in the ACC Tournament Championship game
See photos from the ACC Tournament championship game between the Blue Devils and the Cavaliers
Duke player to sports bettors: 'I hope you blow your knee out'
Duke men's basketball player Isaiah Evans said prop bets aren't healthy for the sports. He told WRAL's Brian Murphy that he and his Blue Devil teammates hear from people about their prop bets, including immediately after Saturday's ACC Tournament semifinal, and it is not helpful, even harrassment.
Duke player: Harassment by sports betting losers is out of hand
Duke men's basketball player Isaiah Evans said prop bets aren't healthy for the sports. He told WRAL's Brian Murphy that he and his Blue Devil teammates hear from people about their prop bets, including immediately after Saturday's ACC Tournament semifinal, and it is not helpful, even harrassment.
Linux Finally Catches Up to Windows with a Game-Changing Performance Feature
For years, the Linux kernel’s scheduler has been world‑class at balancing loads, yet it missed a crucial, cache‑aware instinct. In modern multi‑core systems, that gap can turn into measurable latency, especially when threads bounce between cores that don’t share the same cache. A new upstream feature, often called Cache Aware Scheduling, is now set to change that equation. A cache‑savvy scheduler arrives At the heart of any OS, the scheduler decides which thread runs where and for how long. In modern CPUs, small private caches (L1 and L2) sit beside each core, while a larger Last Level Cache (LLC, typically L3) is shared among groups of cores. When a task migrates across LLC boundaries, its warm data may vanish from the cache, forcing slower trips to main memory. Cache Aware Scheduling keeps related tasks close to their shared LLC, reducing destructive migrations. By respecting cache topology, the kernel minimizes cold‑start penalties and preserves locality that many workloads desperately need. The result is less thrashing, fewer memory stalls, and more consistent throughput. "Keep tasks close to their data, and the system will keep performance close to its peak." Why this narrows the Windows gap Windows has long leaned on topology‑aware, cache‑sensitive heuristics, especially since the Windows 10 era. That advantage helped Microsoft handle hybrid designs with P‑cores and E‑cores, plus complex cluster and NUMA layouts. With cache awareness integrated upstream, Linux brings parity to this vital dimension, without sacrificing its trademark flexibility. The Linux approach remains deeply configurable, reflecting the ecosystem’s breadth across servers, desktops, and embedded devices. It layers atop existing NUMA‑balancing and energy‑aware logic, refining placement rather than reinventing the wheel. Crucially, it aligns scheduling with the hardware’s real shape, not just with abstract CPU counts. Real‑world gains and who benefits Early tests on Intel Sapphire Rapids platforms point to gains in the 30–45% range for select workloads. Those wins appear in cache‑sensitive tasks like in‑memory analytics, high‑thread compilation, and microservices with tight working‑sets. Games and latency‑bound engines can also feel steadier frame‑times, especially when threads share hot assets. The benefits extend to AMD’s 3D V‑Cache parts, where keeping threads near enlarged cache slices prevents needless misses. Hybrid x86 designs with performance and efficiency cores further profit when cache and core roles are scheduled in concert. Even handhelds running SteamOS can squeeze more out of limited power, translating cache locality into smoother play. Key advantages include: Lower end‑to‑end latency Fewer expensive misses to RAM Better multi‑socket and NUMA behavior Improved energy efficiency More predictable QoS under mixed loads Stronger scaling on dense servers Caveats, tuning, and rollout No scheduler change is purely free, and trade‑offs still exist. Favoring locality can reduce cross‑cluster balance if limits are set too tight. Likewise, fairness and utilization must remain healthy, especially under heterogeneous, bursty workloads. Linux’s implementation is designed to be measured and tunable, not a blunt instrument. It cooperates with energy‑aware scheduling for mobile efficiency, and with NUMA‑balancers on big iron. Expect architecture‑specific refinements as vendors surface richer topology hints and cache‑sharing maps. Upstream integration has begun, with broad distribution adoption likely over the next cycles. Many users will encounter the change through standard kernel updates in 2025–2026, depending on distro cadence. Server‑class kernels may enable or tune it sooner for targeted fleets where cache locality is money in the bank. How to think about performance impact Cache Aware Scheduling amplifies gains when your workload is both CPU‑bound and cache‑sensitive. Think tight inner loops, hot code paths, and datasets that fit snugly in shared LLC. It’s less dramatic for I/O‑bound services or memory‑hungry tasks that blow past cache capacity. Still, even modest locality improvements often translate into smoother tail‑latency, which is where user experience and SLAs typically break. Developers can further help by pinning related threads, batching work, and aligning data to reduce cross‑cluster chatter. The scheduler’s new awareness works best when applications expose good hints. The bottom line By understanding and honoring cache topology, Linux removes a subtle yet costly bottleneck. The kernel’s smarter placement keeps hot data hot and work near where it belongs. That narrows a long‑standing gap with Windows, while preserving the openness and tunability Linux champions. For gamers, creators, and operators, the payoff is practical: more consistent frames, faster builds, and snappier services. For the ecosystem, it’s another step toward hardware‑savvy scheduling that turns transistor complexity into real‑world speed. And for Linux itself, it’s a timely upgrade that matches today’s silicon with tomorrow’s expectations.
Bill Maher Sends Blunt Message About Oscars Diversity Campaign
The 'Real With With Bill Maher' host didn't hold back with his criticism ahead of the 2026 Academy Awards.
Photos: JetBlue's first airport lounge, BlueHouse
JetBlue opened its first luxury lounge at JFK International Airport last year. As a lounge rookie, I knew this was my chance to elevate my experience.
Columbus Blue Jackets, NHL embrace Brad Larsen after wife's death
Brad Larsen and his family are receiving condolences throughout the NHL and hockey world after his wife, Hannah, died following a battle with cancer.
Entrepreneurs Shine at Business Pitch Competition
Wake Tech celebrated local innovation and entrepreneurship as finalists competed in the college’s Blueprint to Skyline Business Pitch Competition, held at the Western Wake Campus.
Maine’s wild blueberries deliver more than tradition. Research proves they support health.
Wild blueberries — the iconic Maine crop dotting hillsides, decorating sweatshirts and adding personality to local menus — is more than a cultural symbol. Over 20 years of preclinical and clinical studies suggest that regularly consuming wild blueberries supports gut and heart health and may reduce risk factors associated with…
Toronto Blue Jays Provide Health Update on Shane Bieber
The right-hander is slated for an injured list stint at the start of the season, but how long will it last?
Bracketology: Michigan, Arizona lurking as Duke looks shaky in race for No. 1 overall seed at NCAA Tournament
The Blue Devils' apparent vulnerability makes the race for the No. 1 overall seed interesting
Live: No. 1 Duke, Florida State go back and forth in ACC Tournament quarterfinals
The top-seeded Blue Devils are playing without two injured starters in point guard Caleb Foster and center Patrick Ngongba.
Portland facing $1 billion-plus in arts, culture and entertainment infrastructure requests
A scrap between backers of Keller Auditorium and a new performance center at PSU, plus expensive upgrade bills for downtown's Portland'5 halls and a big upgrade bill for Moda Center, muddy the waters and stress the city's budget.
‘Mayor has not returned his call’: How city staff intervened to get Dallas mayor’s attention
Emails reviewed by The Dallas Morning News show the mayor was not always easy to reach during key economic development discussions.
Blue Owl is doubling down on AI infrastructure investments
Blue Owl has become one of Wall Street's most prolific investors in data centers. Now it's growing its book of loans tied to the sector.
Billionaires and businesses fuel growing exodus from blue states
Major corporations and billionaires are permanently relocating from blue states to red states, driven by lower taxes and business-friendly policies.
AOiA positioned as early leader as CMS elevates digital health evaluation nationwide
CHICAGO, IL — The American Osteopathic Information Association (AOiA) applauds the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for launching the Medicare App Library, a new national directory of rigorously evaluated digital health applications for Medicare beneficiaries. The initiative represents a major federal commitment to ensuring that patients have access to safe, evidence‑based digital health … Read More
iPhone 18 Pro Max Thickness and Weight Allegedly Revealed
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max will be slightly thicker than its predecessor, measuring in at 8.8mm, up from 8.75mm on the iPhone 17 Pro Max. The information comes from oft-accurate Weibo-based leaker Ice Universe. The claim chimes with a report last year that alleged hardware changes in the iPhone 18 Pro Max will make it the heaviest iPhone yet.
The week in politics (March 11, 2026)
On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And author Tayari Jones talks about her latest novel, "Kin."
Northwestern alumni turn passion into full-time antique jewelry business
When Kasia Bogdanowicz (Weinberg ’89) retired from her career as a corporate lawyer, she turned to her passion for antique jewelry by founding Blu Dog World, a business specializing in vintage fine jewelry. Now, her company, which sells jewelry at booths and online and competes in international antique and trunk shows, is opening an independent...
Barzal scores OT winner to cap rally, and Islanders edge Blues 4-3
Mathew Barzal scored in overtime to cap the New York Islanders' rally from a three-goal deficit for a 4-3 win over the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday night. In addition to his goal at 2:11 of the extra period, Barzal had two assists. Calum Ritchie had a goal and an assist and Jean-Gabriel Pageau and Bo Horvat also scored for the Islanders.
WATCH: U.S. seems 'on a path' to deploying ground troops in Iran, Blumenthal says after classified briefing
“I am left with more questions than answers, especially about the cost of the war,” Blumenthal told reporters after the briefing before the Senate Armed Services Committee.
This Harvard dropout took a company public before 30. Now he’s raising $205M to fix the business side of medicine
Tim Hwang, who's also a former Obama campaign staffer, now has his sights set on a $10 billion valuation, and the numbers suggest he might not be bluffing.
Nuts & Bolts: Lightning host Blue Jackets on Women in Sports Night
The Bolts are back on home ice to kickoff a three-game stand at Benchmark International Arena
MacBook Neo Wallpapers Now Available for All Macs in macOS Tahoe 26.4 Beta
The colorful new wallpapers that Apple introduced with the MacBook Neo are available for all Macs in the fourth beta of macOS Tahoe 26.4 that came out for developers today. Featuring bubble-style lines with colorful gradients, the wallpapers come in Mac Purple, Mac Blue, Mac Pink, and Mac Yellow. The design and the colors spell out the word "Mac".
Strange signals are coming from the centre of our Galaxy. Scientists say they've worked out what they are | BBC Sky at Night Magazine
Excited dark matter signals could explain the source of three strange signals coming from the centre of the Milky Way galaxy.
Snack On This 1 Fruit To Get More Fiber, Dietitian Says
In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a dietitian reveals the "easiest" way to get more fiber with one fruit.
Politicians are starting to pay a lot more attention to the plight of white-collar workers
Rapid advancements in AI have industry and political leaders warning of massive job displacement for white-collar workers. It could reshape U.S. politics.
Stephen Colbert Takes Aim At His Corporate Bosses In Blunt Awards Speech Moment
The "Late Show" host also joked about his own potential future during the WGA Awards.
Blue Cross Blue Shield says data back up claim that AI is driving up medical bills
A new data analysis from Blue Cross Blue Shield shows how AI coding may be driving up the cost of health care.
Red Wings’ Justin Faulk breaks silence on blockbuster Blues trade
Detroit Red Wings defenseman Justin Faulk spoke about his trade from the St. Louis Blues for the first time on Sunday night.
Broward children lack hospital choices. Parents want state to force Florida Blue to negotiate
Broward County parents are contacting insurance regulators and legislators, trying to force the state to intervene in a contract dispute between the hospital systems and insurer Florida Blue
Mick Cronin's controversial criticisms aren't rattling UCLA players
UCLA coach Mick Cronin's courtside demeanor and postgame bluntness make him no stranger to controversy, but his players say they are fine with his methods.
Napheesa Collier talks Unrivaled and WNBA’s future on this week’s ‘The Athletic Show’
Collier shares details on why and how the league was formed, and how the league structure could offer a blueprint to improve women’s sports.
UFC 326 live blog: Rob Font vs. Raul Rosas Jr.
Rob Font takes on blue-chip prospect Raul Rosas Jr.
Duke vs. UNC live updates, score: Blue Devils, Tar Heels clash in ranked battle to end regular season
Apple's Strange TikTok Videos Capturing Gen Z's Attention
Apple is promoting the MacBook Neo with a series of intentionally strange TikTok videos that are successfully capturing Gen Z's attention. Since Thursday, Apple has been posting the videos in sets of three, with each video corresponding to one of the MacBook Neo's Blush, Citrus, and Indigo color options. The laptop also comes in Silver, so there may be a final set of videos tomorrow.
Duke vs. North Carolina live updates: No. 1 Blue Devils closing in on top seed, face No. 17 Tar Heels
The Blue Devils and Tar Heels meet Saturday in a battle that could carry significant NCAA Tournament implications
Duke vs. UNC live updates: No. 1 Blue Devils has eyes on top seed in NCAA Tournament, face No. 17 Tar Heels
The Blue Devils and Tar Heels meet Saturday in a battle that could carry significant NCAA Tournament implications
Blue Cross, Michigan Medicine contract fight: What patients should know
Answers to your questions, including how to know if you're eligible for an extension of in-network benefits if no contract deal is reached by June 30.
'Sinners' shines light on blues legends from Louisiana. See who, how they contributed.
The movie received 16 Oscars nominations, more than any other film in Academy Award history.
'Sinners' shines light on blues legends from Louisiana. See who, how they contributed.
The movie received 16 Oscars nominations, more than any other film in Academy Award history.
YouTube Gold: JJ Redick Torches The Tar Heels In 2006
A brilliant game by JJ Redick gave the #2 Blue Devils a big win in Chapel Hill
England's away-day blues - could they finally lose to Italy?
BBC Sport examines England's struggles as they aim to get their Six Nations back on track against a resurgent Italy in Rome - where they have never lost - on Saturday.
Scientists create cartilage scaffold that helps the body regrow bone
Researchers in Sweden have engineered a cell-free cartilage scaffold that can guide the body to rebuild damaged bone. By removing the cells but preserving the structure and natural growth signals, the material acts as a blueprint for the body’s own repair process. In animal studies, it helped regenerate bone without triggering strong immune reactions. The team now plans to scale up production and begin testing the approach in humans.
Michigan Medicine patients losing sleep over BCBSM contract dispute
People with rare and chronic diseases who get specialty care at U-M are fretting about a contract dispute with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.
Finding Strength in Community: Heather’s Mental Health Journey
In light of new research from Special Olympics Health published in JAMA Network Open, Renee Dease, a longstanding member of the Special Olympics movement, sat down with Special Olympics Wisconsin athlete and Health Messenger, Heather Holland, to talk about mental health, stigma, and the power of community.
Scientists Just Took One Big Step Toward an Unhackable Internet
A quantum internet is only as useful as its reach, and in a first, researchers created more than a million qubit pairs across 100 kilometers of fiber.
U.S. needs a national prevention infrastructure for mental and behavioral disorders
A clear blueprint for a national prevention infrastructure for mental and behavioral disorders.
Ducks bolster blue line, acquire veteran John Carlson from Capitals
The 36-year-old defenseman has 10 goals and 36 assists this season in the nation's capital. Carlson spent 17 seasons with the Washington organization, including a 2018 Stanley Cup.
Elizabethtown College adds new varsity sport
The Blue Jays will compete in women's flag football beginning in the 2027-28 academic year
Yanis Varoufakis on Donald Trump, global conflicts and the AI revolution
The economist, author and former politician Yanis Varoufakis speaks to political editor Tom McIlroy about his blunt assessment about the ability of the global economic system to address the biggest challenges of the 21st century
Senator Blumenthal Pushes to Investigate Kristi Noem for Perjury
Senator Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut said Democrats had evidence to suggest Kristi Noem lied under oath during a Senate hearing on Tuesday.
Weekend events: Lady Gaga, science fest, wine crawl
Shake off the work week blues with these events happening around metro Atlanta.
Sabres get slow news on Colton Parayko trade from Blues
Buffalo is still waiting.
China's parliament rolls out economic, political blue-print; here's what you need to know
China's political elite gathered in Beijing on Thursday as President Xi Jinping unveiled a sweeping roadmap for the country’s economic and political future, delivered against a backdrop of sharpening tech competition with Washington and mounting geopolitical friction.
In Sierra Leone, a New Maternal Hospital Aims to be the Blueprint
The country has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world. Isata Dumbuya, a nurse and midwife, has made it her mission to change that.
Blue Cross, Michigan Medicine dispute puts 300K patients in limbo
The dispute could put some 300,000 Michigan Medicine patients out of network with Blue Cross by July 1 if no deal is reached.