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Scientists discover the enzyme that lets cancer rapidly rewire its DNA
Researchers have uncovered the enzyme behind chromothripsis, a chaotic chromosome-shattering event seen in about one in four cancers. The enzyme, N4BP2, breaks apart DNA trapped in tiny cellular structures, unleashing a burst of genetic changes that can help tumors rapidly adapt and resist therapy. Blocking the enzyme dramatically reduced this genomic destruction in cancer cells.
Angela Pitter Takes Care of Business, and Empowers Others To Do the Same
Whether she’s advising businesses on their digital presence or volunteering within the Newton community, entrepreneur and community leader Angela Pitter operates under the same mindset: if something can be made better, she will be the one to get it done.
Indian Health Service to phase out use of dental fillings containing mercury by 2027
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The federal agency that provides health care to Native Americans and Alaska Natives has announced it will phase out the use of dental fillings containing mercury.
It's time for Apple to let go of 60Hz displays
It’s been nearly a decade since the introduction of the first 120Hz ProMotion display, if you can believe that. It...
Here and Now: Mount Sinai, Real Dads Network partner to improve heart health of Black men
As we mark American Heart Health Month, we're taking a closer look at health disparities in the Black community. Today, we're putting a spotlight on often undiagnosed heart conditions in Black men.
Ravens Potential 2026 Free Agent Targets: Interior Offensive Line
With the 2025 NFL season now officially concluded, the offseason picture will soon begin to take shape. The first and biggest upcoming period on the docket is free agency, which is only a few weeks away. For the Baltimore Ravens, this free agency cycle will be a significant one. Coming off a disappointing non-playoff season, […]
China Built A Shape-Shifting Robot That Can Grow Like A Human
A new robot out of China can change its shape by inflating or deflating, and its creators hope it can be put to use for search and rescue operations.
How does Fort Worth help curtail health care costs? Panel to explore solutions
Fort Worth Report’s Candid Conversation event will bring health care system leaders to discuss local solutions on Feb. 18.
A year of upheaval: RFK Jr. in Trump's Cabinet
The health secretary turned his agencies toward skepticism of processed food and vaccines, but he’s faced pushback at every turn — including from Republicans.
Apple’s New MacBook Can Checkmate Chromebooks In A Single Move
Apple’s $599 MacBook is expected this Spring. With the A18 Pro chipset and 24-hour battery, it’s a competitive budget laptop. But has Apple stripped it back too far?
Indian Health Service to phase out use of dental fillings containing mercury by 2027
The federal agency that provides health care to Native Americans will no longer treat tooth decay with dental fillings containing mercury.
Tom Wilson fights in Canada's game vs. France at the Olympics
Who says there’s no fighting in hockey at the Olympics
Trump team offers its answer to rising premium costs: catastrophic coverage
The changes come as affordability is a key concern for many Americans, some of whom are struggling to pay their ACA premiums.
Man aims to cross the Atlantic using 3-foot boat smaller than an airline seat in adventure of a lifetime
This man wants to cross the Atlantic from Canada to Ireland in one of the smallest boats the world has ever seen - it's a far cry from luxury superyachts
From Singing ‘Yankee Doodle’ to Streaming ‘Avengers’: That’s Been Entertainment!
How Americans spent their leisure time has varied widely through the centuries, but some things have remained constant.
Daytona 500 Live Updates, Leaderboard: Who Will Win 'Great American Race?'
The biggest NASCAR race of the year has arrived, and this year's Daytona 500 is full of intriguing and exciting storylines. Stick around here for live updates from Sunday's race.
What tip Heart Health Month often leaves out and how food can help
Support your heart health with realistic, food-first habits during Heart Health Month. A cardiologist explains why daily diet choices matter in 2026.
2026 Daytona 500 odds, predictions, time, favorites, field: Picks from proven NASCAR model
Best bets for the NASCAR Daytona 500 as the "Great American Race" unfolds on Sunday, Feb. 15
Scientists Just Discovered a Fish That Sees in a Way No Other Animal Can
Researchers have identified a third type of visual cell in deep-sea fish larvae, shaking up 150 years of vision science.
Bruce Blakeman accepts Conservative Party's nomination for N.Y. governor
Blakeman also received the Republican nomination after the state GOP convention last week.
Curling drama grows as Britain hit with violation
The curling controversy at the Winter Olympics has widened as increased surveillance of matches resulted in the removal of a stone thrown by the British men's team for the same alleged violation that burned the Canadians two days in a row.
Tribute to late Charlie Kirk illuminates division in Kansas politics on meaning of free speech
Republicans and Democrats in Kansas Legislature take bright-line approach to questions about Charlie Kirk's use of First Amendment right to speech.
America can avoid a public health crisis by saving this one alert system
U.S. policymakers use a secret weapon to uncover widespread threats to public health. This tool enabled them to discover that Americans had high blood lead levels from leaded gasoline. It warned th…
Snakes keep evolving into cannibals — here's what scientists think is going on
A review of over 500 reports of cannibalistic behavior in snakes finds it's appeared multiple times in different evolutionary lineages, leading researchers to hypothesize it's beneficial for snakes under certain circumstances.
America is on the verge of a new type of racial reckoning
The massive crowds that filled American cities during the 2020 George Floyd protests are gone. But what’s been happening in Minnesota marks the beginning of a new type of racial reckoning. It may lack the spectacle of the Floyd protests, but it could have more staying power.
‘We almost lost you in the night’ - the life-threatening rise of measles in the UK
It is one of the most infectious diseases around, and can cause blindness and hearing loss – and can also be fatal. Why are cases now soaring and what can be done about it?
10 Free TV Streaming Platforms Worth Trying in February 2026 — Hidden Gems, Classics, & More
For 2026, cord cutters can save money and enjoy great content by utilizing free, ad-supported streaming (FAST) platforms. FAST has quietly become the smartest way to watch, especially if you’re tired of paying for dozens of channels you never open. These services give you real choices of live channels that feel like TV, on-demand libraries […]
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
Ben Shapiro: The con consuming American politics
The message being sold is simple: Society is rigged, the system is evil.
Their Mutated Genes Were Supposed to Be Harmless
‘Carriers’ of certain genetic diseases, who have just one affected gene, can have symptoms, too.
Readers respond: Help all business, not just Blazers
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
Chinese automakers want to come to US. They could be here fairly soon
Chinese cars could be at an American dealership sooner than you think, and that’s good news for US consumers.
Jeffries goes all in on redrawing maps favoring Democrats — with House control on the line
As Hakeem Jeffries sits in the minority of a GOP-controlled Washington, he is still haunted by a Republican gerrymandering gambit that he believes cost him the speaker’s gavel — and cost his party control of the House.
Scientists find nerves actively fuel pancreatic cancer
Scientists have uncovered a hidden partnership between pancreatic cancer and the nervous system. Support cells in the pancreas lure nerve fibers, which then release signals that accelerate early cancer growth. This creates a self-sustaining loop that helps tumors take hold. Blocking the nerve activity significantly reduced tumor growth in experiments, suggesting a new treatment strategy.
Why gas stoves could be No. 1 polluter for many Bay Area residents
A Stanford researcher replaced his own gas stove after monitoring pollution levels in his kitchen — and scientists say millions of Americans may face similar risks.
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.
In South Texas, the GOP immigration hard line is now political kryptonite
Texas Republicans bet on continuing to win over Latino voters. Then Trump began his aggressive deportation campaign.
Google’s AI Overviews Can Scam You. Here’s How to Stay Safe
Beyond mistakes or nonsense, deliberately bad information being injected into AI search summaries is leading people down potentially harmful paths.
CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:CVS) is favoured by institutional owners who hold 88% of the company
Key Insights Significantly high institutional ownership implies CVS Health's stock price is sensitive to their trading...
GOP senators view Lutnick’s contacts with Epstein as political liability
Republican senators are worried that revelations around Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s ties to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein could balloon into a bigger political liability for th…
Jordan Stolz sets records, snaps Americans' skid at Winter Olympics
American Jordan Stolz won his second gold medal on Saturday, living up to expectations during a challenging Olympics for U.S. stars.
16 Sam's Club items that can help pay for a membership
Sam's Club charges a $50 membership fee to shop, and a common question is whether the savings can effectively offset the fee. We did the math.
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.
How long do most planets last?
Planets are born, and they can also "die." So what's the lifespan of a typical planet?
Commanders, Eagles and Buccaneers in same boat heading into 2026
The Commanders, Eagles and Buccaneers all enter the 2026 offseason coming off disappointing 2025 seasons.
Assessing Suzhou Ribo Life Science’s Valuation After Recent Share Price Weakness
Recent share performance and business profile Suzhou Ribo Life Science (SEHK:6938) has drawn attention after a 5.4% one day decline to HK$70.05, extending a one month return of a 7.9% decline and a year to date return of a 14.7% decline. For context, the company focuses on researching and developing small nucleic acid drugs targeting cardiovascular, metabolic, renal, liver and other diseases, with several candidates in Phase I, Phase II and preclinical trials. See our latest analysis for...
How a 73-year-old got trapped in $40k in credit card debt, high rates
Susan Cannon, 73, owes nearly $40,000 across 19 credit cards. High interest rates are preventing her from retiring.
A consequential presidential debate, and a years-long investigation (Politics+) : The NPR Politics Podcast
In today's bonus episode, Claudia Grisales (congressional correspondent) and Barbara Sprunt (congressional correspondent) each share the "most" memorable story they've worked on. Barbara talks about being in the "press pool" at a pivotal moment in the 2024 presidential election, the Biden-Trump debate in Atlanta. Claudia talks about an investigative project she worked on for years that helped expose systemic corruption at the largest member-owned electric utility in the country. Listen to find out how you can submit a most-type question for us to answer in a future bonus episode! To unlock this and other bonus content, and get sponsor-free listening, sign up for NPR Politics Podcast+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Regular episodes haven't changed and remain available every weekday!
African Leaders Call to Scale Up Health Workforce, Commit to Deploy Two Million Community Health Workers by 2030
Addis Ababa, 14 February 2026 – African Union (AU) Ministers of Health and Finance, together with Heads of Delegation, have called for urgent and sustained investment in Africa’s health workforce, including to build a two-million-strong community health worker (CHW) workforce by 2030. Leaders said the investment is critical to strengthen Africa’s health security and sovereignty […]
Tom Steyer, billionaire populist? Full interview with Inside California Politics
(Inside California Politics) — Tom Steyer is running in a unique lane in the race to be California’s next governor: a billionaire populist, a progressive businessman. “We don’t normally see candida…
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
Daytona 500 weekend drawing big crowds to local businesses
Local businesses in Daytona Beach are experiencing a significant boost in activity and revenue as crowds gather for the Daytona 500 weekend.
Valentine's Day rush boosts business at Rochester's Stever's Candies
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Valentine’s Day brings love and a flurry of activity to local businesses in Rochester. Stever’s Candies on Park Avenue is no exception. News10NBC’s Declan Stablow visited the shop to see how the holiday impacts business. Kevin Brocht, manager of Stever’s Candies, shared that Valentine’s Day is one of their busiest times of […]
UAMS offers quick, noninvasive heart screenings during American Heart Month
American Heart Month is putting a spotlight on cardiovascular health, as heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for n
Real-Time 3D Room Mapping With ESP32, VL53L5CX Sensor And IMU
ST’s VL53L5CX is a very small 8×8 grid ranging sensor that can perform distance measurements at a distance of up to 4 meters. In a recent video,[Henrique Ferrolho] demonstrated that this…
Oral bacteria may signal metabolic health and even contribute to obesity
It turns out your mouth may know more about your metabolism than your bathroom scale. New research shows that people with obesity host a distinct oral microbiome compared to individuals at a healthy weight. Rather than zeroing in on the gut microbiome, the study turns our attention to the mouth as a potential biological signal of metabolic health. It’s a shift that could challenge long-held assumptions about where obesity-related biomarkers can be measured.
Scientists found a way to plant ideas in dreams to boost creativity
Sleeping on a problem might be more powerful than we ever imagined. Neuroscientists at Northwestern University have shown that dreams can actually be nudged in specific directions — and those dream tweaks may boost creativity. By playing subtle sound cues during REM sleep, researchers prompted people to dream about unsolved brain teasers they had struggled with earlier. An astonishing 75% of participants dreamed about the cued puzzles, and those puzzles were solved far more often the next day.
Psychedelics may work by shutting down reality and unlocking memory
Psychedelics can quiet the brain’s visual input system, pushing it to replace missing details with vivid fragments from memory. Scientists found that slow, rhythmic brain waves help shift perception away from the outside world and toward internal recall — almost like dreaming while awake. By imaging glowing brain cells in mice, researchers watched this process unfold in real time.
St. Pete celebrates local businesses with Localtopia
The St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce said this event can be the busiest day for some local businesses.
Philadelphians can show their love for birds by counting them this weekend
Skip the roses this Valentine’s Day, and grab your binoculars and a field guide for science, with this weekend's Great Backyard Bird Count.
This week in politics: How Schuylkill County’s legislators voted
Between ongoing budget stalemates and severe partisan divides, it can be easy to feel like nothing is getting done in government. But every week is a busy week in politics, and important developmen…
Politics Unplugged (Full Episode) February 15, 2026
This week on Politics Unplugged, former state GOP boss Gina Swoboda announces she is leaving the congressional race in CD1 to run for Secretary of State. Then, Republican consultant Marcus Dell’Artino and former Democratic lawmaker Reginald Bolding discuss Karrin Taylor Robson pulling the plug on her run for governor and Senator Mark Kelly winning his legal fights against Pete Hegseth.
Obama pushes back on White House rhetoric, ape video: Decorum has ‘been lost’
Former President Obama argued in an interview published Saturday that American politics has become a “clown show” under the second Trump administration, suggesting that many Americans dislike the r…
5 Clever Milwaukee Accessories You Can 3D Print At Home
From Packout add-ons to tool holders and bit storage, these Milwaukee accessories can be 3D printed at home using readily available templates.
UCSB scientists develop ‘liquid battery’ that stores sunlight as heat
Scientists at U.C. Santa Barbara have developed a new kind of “liquid battery” that can capture sunlight and release it later as heat, a breakthrough researchers say could help solve one of renewable ...
Illinois Quick Hits: Bills filed to create small business accounts
(The Center Square) – Democratic state Sen. Doris Turner, D-Springfield, and Republican state Rep Amy Elik, R-Alton, have filed legislation to create small business asset purchase accounts.
Not Roku, Not Firestick - This Is The Best Smart TV OS You Can Use
The best smart TV OS for your device can depend on a variety of elements, but here's why we think Apple TV is superior to both Roku and Firestick.
A Good Valentine’s Day Gift for These Nice People in the New York Times Would Be to Destroy Their Phones
Retirement aged people are so addicted to their phones, some of them literally can't talk to each other.
Pressure Rising: Brian Schottenheimer Enters 2026 Under the Spotlight
Two losing seasons and missed playoffs put Brian Schottenheimer on the hot seat. Can he turn the Cowboys' fortunes around in 2026?
Mars’ Youngest Volcanoes Are Far More Complex Than Scientists Thought
Mars’ youngest volcanoes may be far more complex than they appear.
James Van Der Beek's brother shares 'devastation' after actor's death: 'I now know why people call it heartbreak'
James Van Der Beek's younger brother, Jared, shared his 'devastation and pain' in a candid and emotional tribute to the late actor: 'I now know why people call it heartbreak.'
Business Briefcase: SWIB conference slated for March 19 at WIAC
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — The 2026 Schuylkill Women in Business Conference, set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 19 at the Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, will be centerd on “The Whole You,” focusing on “all …
Oklahoma Sen. Kristen Thompson targets health, literacy and workforce reform
The Edmond Republican says improving health outcomes, reading levels and child care access is key to strengthening Oklahoma’s economy.
Collins boosts Republican voter ID effort, but won’t scrap filibuster
While Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, supports the SAVE America Act, she won't buck the Senate filibuster, which will prove a key barrier in the legislation's survival in the Senate.
5 ways heartbreak affects the body
Heartbreak isn’t just an emotional experience. It can physically hurt. Discover five ways love affects your body and what an expert says can help.
3 tax mistakes that could trigger a business audit — plus the tools to avoid them
Whether you're worried about tracking expenses or how to report your income, these tools can help you avoid the mistakes that raise some red flags.
US medalist passionate about making winter Olympic sports more accessible
Ashley Farquharson, the second American woman to medal in luge, benefitted from programs established after the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics.
Week in politics: Rubio's speech, DHS funding, Epstein hearing, Republicans block tariffs
Secretary of State Marco Rubio seeks to reassure European allies and a partial government shutdown hits the Department of Homeland Security.
Do you think love stinks? These businesses have your Valentine’s Day figured out
This Valentine’s Day, some nonprofits and businesses are siding with the jaded lovers of the world. Those skipping romance this season can name an ex after a pile of animal feces, shred old photos for dining deals or smash their way through staged date nights in rage rooms.
Can Businesses Really Ban ICE From Their Stores? Legal Experts Break It Down
There’s confusion over whether private businesses can protect their employees with these signs.
Can AI Build You A Gaming PC? Here's The Truth
AI can suggest parts to use in a gaming PC; however, it fails at accounting for size and models to use. Instead, go with real people for help when building.
Mating, Marriage, And Monogamy In The Age Of Apps | Science Friday
With so many dating apps—and so many people using them—why are a record number of American adults single? Is marriage as important as it was a generation or two ago? Evolutionary biol...
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.
Colorado Politics Calendar Feb. 16-22
CoPo’s weekly political calendar will help you find political and public-policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
The viral TikTok gut health bundle shoppers swear by for bloating
Physician’s Choice Hack Your Tummy Bundle is viral on TikTok Shop for gut health support. Here’s why shoppers can’t stop buying this Amazon find.
Don't forget to call mom: MLB catcher gets candid about sports struggles
Sports was never the solution to Maverick Handley's problems in life. It was more like a release. How his experience can help young athletes.
Column | Republicans see a big opportunity in crowded Democratic primaries
In several states and swing districts, House Democrats have nomination contests that could prove harmful.
Olympic Figure Skating Is a Young Woman’s Sport. Deanna Stellato-Dudek Wants to Change That.
Deanna Stellato-Dudek, a Canadian pairs skater, is trying to make history at the Olympics — despite a training accident a week before the Games.
Live updates: Americans Liz Lemley and Jaelin Kauf go for moguls glory and speed skating aplenty on Day 8 of the Winter Olympics
Follow for live updates on the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympic Games. Day 8 features several skiing events, a speed skating final and more.
Winter Olympics 2026: Canada & Sweden in curling row
When the men's rinks of Canada and Sweden met at the Winter Olympics in Cortina on Friday, tempers became frayed.
Gift shop surrounded by 'empty units' in Mander Centre
Shop in the Square said there had been a "significant drop" in sales since they moved locations in 2023.
Four American Conference players receive 2026 NFL Combine invites
Memphis, Navy, and UTSA all send representatives to the NFL Combine in Indianapolis.
Sports quiz: Can you guess these seven sports stars whose names are associated with Valentine's Day?
It's Valentine's Day and we can't think of a better way to spend it than by taking on our L O V E-inspired quiz.
Bracketology Bubble Watch: Texas A&M can't afford too many more losses
Here's a look ahead at the weekend's biggest games involving the NCAA Tournament bubble
‘I thought they were just going to execute me’: American held in Venezuela during Maduro’s last days tells all
James Luckey-Lange has been spending a lot of time looking at the names he carved on a bar of soap he smuggled out of a Venezuelan prison in his underwear.