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See moments from Doug LaMalfa's career in politics
Republican U.S. Rep. Doug LaMalfa of California has died, lawmakers confirmed on Jan. 6, 2026.
Trump aide Stephen Miller says US could seize Greenland in interview
'Nobody’s going to fight the United States militarily over the future of Greenland,' the Trump aide said.
The most useful smart home gadgets I've seen at CES 2026
I'm back on the CES show floor, narrowing down the most compelling smart home devices I've spotted so far.
Elon Musk is moving back into politics. Can’t he take up a new hobby instead?
It didn’t go very well for him last time, but the tech billionaire seems to have abandoned his plans for a third part and has renewed his bromance with the president, writes Arwa Mahdawi
2025-26 Milwaukee High School Sports Awards: See all fall nominees
The Milwaukee High School Sports Awards are back in 2025-26. Here are all the fall nominees. Winners will be announced during the live show in June.
Aqara's New Home Sensor is Blind but Brilliant: Here's How It Watches You
This all-purpose presence sensor is a master at monitoring indoor activity and linking it to smart home features you already use.
Feds award Michigan $173M to boost rural health amid Medicaid cuts
The award for Michigan is part of a $50 billion rural health fund created as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill passed by Republicans last year.
Environmental Science Professor Shares Expertise Beyond York
This semester, Dr. Dawn Roberts-Semple, an environmental science professor at York College, participated in a six-person panel discussion where she shared the ways she connects students to environmental science research and related career pathways.
Dinner theater returns to Des Moines with The Ingersoll’s grand debut
The Ingersoll revives dinner theater in Des Moines with art deco style, live music, and a full dining experience after a 22-year hiatus.
'Gaggle' politics podcast launches 2026 with a new co-host
Reporters at The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com participate in a weekly politics podcast hosted by two of their fellow reporters.
11,000-year-old dog skulls reveal a hidden origin story
Dogs began diversifying thousands of years earlier than previously believed, with clear differences in size and shape appearing over 11,000 years ago. A massive global analysis of ancient skulls shows that early dogs were already adapting to different roles in human societies. This challenges the idea that dog diversity is mainly a product of recent breeding. Instead, it points to a long process of coevolution between humans and their earliest canine companions.
This simple math trick could transform earthquake science
Earthquakes happen daily, sometimes with devastating consequences, yet predicting them remains out of reach. What scientists can do is map the hidden layers beneath the surface that control how strongly the ground shakes. A new approach speeds up complex seismic simulations by a factor of about 1,000, making risk assessments far more practical. While it won’t forecast the next quake, it could help cities better prepare for one.
The poison frog that fooled scientists for decades
Researchers discovered that a poison frog species described decades ago was based on a mix-up involving the wrong museum specimen. The frog tied to the official species name turned out to be brown, not the colorful animal shown in the original photo. After tracing old records and images, scientists corrected the error and reclassified the frog as part of an already-known species. The case underscores how vital museum collections are—and how even small mistakes can ripple through science for years.
Quantum structured light could transform secure communication and computing
Scientists are learning to engineer light in rich, multidimensional ways that dramatically increase how much information a single photon can carry. This leap could make quantum communication more secure, quantum computers more efficient, and sensors far more sensitive. Recent advances have turned what was once an experimental curiosity into compact, chip-based technologies with real-world potential. Researchers say the field is hitting a turning point where impact may soon follow discovery.
Scientists create robots smaller than a grain of salt that can think
Researchers have created microscopic robots so small they’re barely visible, yet smart enough to sense, decide, and move completely on their own. Powered by light and equipped with tiny computers, the robots swim by manipulating electric fields rather than using moving parts. They can detect temperature changes, follow programmed paths, and even work together in groups. The breakthrough marks the first truly autonomous robots at this microscopic scale.
What Memphis businesses permanently closed in 2025? See the list
From the Malco Summer Drive-In to Sam's Town casino, here is a look at some of the notable business closures in the Memphis area in 2025.
'Death by 1,000 cuts': How EPA policy changes will affect Indiana
The Environmental Protection Agency methodically deregulated and rolled back environmental protections this year under the Trump administration. Here's how Hoosiers have been affected.
New Palafox project is test for downtown businesses. The city plans to help
A day into the Palafox construction project, at least one business had a crowd of customers, but the next few months will be the real test.
A look back offers a glimpse of what's to come with advances in tech
In this month's River Life column, Quinton White offers a look back at the phases of life and realizing so many advancements in technology.
Most Cape Cod renters are 'housing burdened.' It's a problem that needs to be solved.
The Cape Cod Commission Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy report lays out goals to create a vibrant Cape economy. Here's a look.
FedEx nabs more BMW business as part of B2B push
The carrier highlighted new programs and tools in its efforts to gain volume from shippers in automotive, healthcare and other high-value verticals.
New law expands protections for New Yorkers against unfair business practices
Stronger protections are coming for New Yorkers under the recently signed FAIR Act.
Paterson mayor hires ex-Bergen pol as city's business administrator
Former Bergen County councilman has become Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh's third business administrator in the past 12 months.
See photos of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot on its 5th anniversary
Five years ago, as lawmakers met to certify the results of the 2020 presidential election, thousands of Americans violently stormed the Capitol.
Kelly says he'll 'do everything in my power' to stop demotion threat
The Arizona Senator said on "The Daily Show" that he would fight Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth's attempt to demote him.
NVIDIA Announces DLSS 4.5 with Increased Image Quality, 6x FrameGen, and 240 FPS Mode
NVIDIA today announced the new DLSS 4.5 technology at its 2026 International CES media event, to improve gaming performance and image quality, bringing higher resolutions and refresh rates within reach of PC gamers. DLSS 4.5 is a major update over DLSS 4 that debuted in 2024 with the GeForce RTX 50-...
Vote for the Greater Cincinnati high school athlete of the week Jan. 5
Enquirer readers can now vote for this week's Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Athlete of the Week for activity through Jan. 4, 2026.
Rogers Victor: The false story we tell ourselves about health
The new year has arrived, and that means Americans are making resolutions.
A NASA satellite caught a giant tsunami doing something scientists didn’t expect
When a huge earthquake struck near Kamchatka, the SWOT satellite captured an unprecedented, high-resolution view of the resulting tsunami as it crossed the Pacific. The data revealed the waves were far more complex and scattered than scientists expected, overturning the idea that large tsunamis travel as a single, stable wave. Ocean sensors confirmed the quake’s rupture was longer than earlier models suggested. Together, the findings could reshape how tsunamis are modeled and predicted.
NBA power rankings: Celtics' climb continues; Thunder back on top
The Boston Celtics have won seven of their last eight games and are suddenly within reach of the top of the Eastern Conference.
Former state rep Charley Murphy leads Harvard Street toward new $57 million health center
When Murphy returned in 2021 to his old job leading the nonprofit Harvard Street Neighborhood Health Center, he dusted off plans to build a new center around the corner.
CES 2026: HP announces the "world's most powerful gaming laptop" and next-gen QD-OLED monitor
Here are HP's CES 2026 gaming announcements, including "the world's most powerful laptop" and HyperX branded monitors, accessories and more.
CES 2026: HP says the HyperX Omen Max 16 is the most powerful 16-inch gaming laptop in the world
At CES 2026, HyperX showcased what its calling the most powerful 16-inch laptop in the world, but only among systems without external cooling.
Lego Smart Bricks Light Up With Jedi Magic In Coming Star Wars Set -- And I'm Obsessed
The brand-new, jaw-dropping Lego smart brick tech can recognize other bricks, activate effects and play music. They're debuting in Star Wars Lego sets this spring and we got an early look at CES 2026.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Jan. 6 #470
Here's today's Connections: Sports Edition answer and hints for groups. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Connections: Sports Edition, every day.
Mike Lawler, George Latimer clash on Nicolas Maduro arrest
Reps. Mike Lawler and George Latimer gave clashing views in a partisan divide over the Trump administration's capture of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro.
Vogel vows 'partnership over politics' as new Erie County executive
Christina Vogel was sworn in as Erie County's eighth county executive, pledging to improve relations with employees, County Council and residents.
Lego's Making Sensor-Studded Smart Bricks, Coming Soon to a Star Wars Set Near You
The bricks can recognize other bricks, activate effects, play music and a lot more. They're debuting in Star Wars Lego sets this spring but you can get an early look at CES 2026.
College basketball rankings: Michigan, Arizona remain Top 25 poll leaders
Michigan and Arizona continue to lead the first USA TODAY Sports men's basketball poll of the 2026 calendar year.
Vermont high school sports scores, results, stats for Monday, Jan. 5
Vermont high school sports scores and results as reported to the Burlington Free Press sports department.
‘See no evil, hear no evil’ Starmer goes on full sycophant alert
PM tries to be as uninformed as possible about The Donald’s coup while his junior minister throws Greenland under the bus
Vote for Week 5 Delaware HS Athlete of the Week, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists
Voting is free on Delaware Online. The winner will be announced on Jan. 9.
MSI MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36 Review - Brighter, Sharper, Harder, Faster
MSI' MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36 pairs a 34-inch 3440×1440 panel with 360 Hz and the first 5th gen QD-OLED we have tested. With top-tier motion clarity, improved text sharpness due to a new V-Stripe RGB subpixel layout, strong SDR and HDR brightness, and a price that feels fair for the performance it delivers, this one is a winner.
Covenant Health patient data breach numbers skyrocket
According to a revised breach notification, the provider sent out an additional 470,000 letters for a ransomware attack initially reported last year as affecting upwards of 8,000 individuals.
Google previews new Gemini features for TV at CES 2026
Google TV will let you ask Gemini to find and edit your photos, adjust your TV settings and more.
The science behind ‘new year, new me’
UCLA professor Hengchen Dai has done the research on how the “fresh-start effect” can jump-start your new year’s resolutions.
NFL playoff bracket explained, seeding, potential divisional round games for AFC, NFC
The NFL playoff bracket has a wrinkle other tournaments don't have. How does that impact the NFC and AFC postseason divisional round games this week?
Scientists uncover a hidden switch that helps cancer cells thrive
A protein once thought to simply help cancer cells avoid death turns out to do much more. MCL1 actively drives cancer metabolism by controlling the powerful mTOR growth pathway, tying survival and energy use together. This insight explains why MCL1-targeting drugs can be effective—but also why they sometimes damage the heart. Researchers have now identified a way to reduce that risk, potentially unlocking safer cancer therapies.
Robin Vos forecasts prospects for online sports getting bill in 2026
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos discusses the prospects for an online sports betting bill to get a vote in 2026.
January concerts and shows across Northern California
Explore January concerts and shows across six Northern California counties featuring pop icons, Elvis tributes, and brunch beats.
Ohio high school sports dates to remember for winter, spring 2026
Here are dates to remember for the rest of the OHSAA winter sports season and spring 2026.
On deck for 2026, 11 Northeast Florida sports storylines to watch
From the Jaguars' coming playoff run to The Players Championship, here are stories to watch for Northeast Florida sports in 2026.
This week's Palm Beach County high school sports schedule (Jan. 5-10)
Here's a look at the upcoming schedule for boys and girls basketball as well as boys and girls soccer for the week of Jan. 5-10.
Exclusive: 40 million Americans turn to ChatGPT for health care
OpenAI's new report shows how chatbots can help navigate health care.
Seeing blue snow in your yard? Here’s the science behind it
Here's why the snow you're seeing may look blue.
In effort to remain open, downtown business transitioning to nonprofit
A small business in downtown Springfield is struggling to remain open but hopes by changing its structure it can do just that.
Need an MRI? Want vintage clothing? Try these new NJ businesses
Brokedown Palace is a gastropub in Wayne. Vintage Queens NYC in Englewood has women's fashion back to the 1890s.
Trump's health issue is growing. Maybe it's JD Vance time.
Nothing snuffs out questions about a near-octogenarian president’s health quite like that president repeatedly bragging about passing a dementia test.
Texans vs Steelers odds, point spread, moneyline, over/under for betting
NFL playoff odds for Pittsburgh Steelers vs Houston Texans AFC wild-card game Monday, including point spread, moneyline, over/under for betting.
LG Rolls Out Its W6 Wallpaper OLED TV With Ultra-High Brightness
The W6 is a wireless TV designed to sit flush on the wall and is claimed to be reflection-free.
Samsung Massive MicroRGB is a TV For the Billionaire in Your Life
The 130-inch TV features native MicroRGB LEDs instead of a traditional LCD display, and it'll be expensive.
Finally, I've Found a Worthy Successor to the Iconic 90s Tamagotchi
This virtual pet grows physically bigger the more you play with it.
Lee: Junk science in courts hurts everyone
Junk science admitted during trial continues to undermine our judicial system.
Levin: Science endures at Israel’s missile-damaged Weizmann Research Institute
Fortunately, no one at Weizmann was killed or wounded.
Everyday chemicals are quietly damaging beneficial gut bacteria
A large study has revealed that dozens of widely used chemicals can damage beneficial gut bacteria. Many of these substances, found in pesticides and everyday industrial products, were never thought to affect living organisms at all. When gut bacteria are stressed by these chemicals, some may also become resistant to antibiotics. The research raises new questions about how chemical exposure could be influencing human health behind the scenes.
This CRISPR breakthrough turns genes on without cutting DNA
A new CRISPR breakthrough shows scientists can turn genes back on without cutting DNA, by removing chemical tags that act like molecular anchors. The work confirms these tags actively silence genes, settling a long-running scientific debate. This gentler form of gene editing could offer a safer way to treat Sickle Cell disease by reactivating a fetal blood gene. Researchers say it opens the door to powerful therapies with fewer unintended side effects.
Earth has been feeding the moon for billions of years
Tiny bits of Earth’s atmosphere have been drifting to the moon for billions of years, guided by Earth’s magnetic field. Rather than blocking particles, the magnetic field can funnel them along invisible lines that sometimes stretch all the way to the moon. This explains mysterious gases found in Apollo samples and suggests lunar soil may hold a long-term archive of Earth’s history. It could also become a valuable resource for future lunar explorers.
Physicists found hidden order in violent proton collisions
Inside high-energy proton collisions, quarks and gluons briefly form a dense, boiling state before cooling into ordinary particles. Researchers expected this transition to change how disordered the system is, but LHC data tell a different story. A newly improved collision model matches experiments better than older ones and reveals that the “entropy” remains unchanged throughout the process. This unexpected result turns out to be a direct fingerprint of quantum mechanics at work.
Scientists find a safer way to make cells burn more calories
Researchers have developed experimental compounds that make cells burn more calories by subtly tweaking how mitochondria produce energy. Older versions of these chemicals were once used for weight loss—but were banned for being deadly. The new approach fine-tunes the effect, allowing cells to burn extra fuel safely. If successful, this could pave the way for new obesity treatments with added health benefits.
A legendary fossil is forcing scientists to rethink human origins
One of the most complete human ancestor fossils ever found may belong to an entirely new species, according to an international research team. The famous “Little Foot” skeleton from South Africa has long been debated, but new analysis suggests it doesn’t truly match any known Australopithecus species. Instead, researchers say its unique mix of features points to a previously unidentified human relative, reshaping ideas about early human diversity.
A missing flash of light revealed a molecular secret
Scientists have found a way to see ultrafast molecular interactions inside liquids using an extreme laser technique once thought impossible for fluids. When they mixed nearly identical chemicals, one combination behaved strangely—producing less light and erasing a single harmonic signal altogether. Simulations revealed that a subtle molecular “handshake” was interfering with electron motion. The discovery shows that liquids can briefly organize in ways that dramatically change how electrons behave.
Myles Garrett shows that records don't change, but the games do
A proper accounting doesn't take away from Garrett's greatness, but it's increasingly needed in our conversation about sports records.
Marco Rubio, who dreamed of ousting Venezuela's Maduro, takes charge
As who is in charge of Venezuela question looms, Secretary of State Marco Rubio prepares to work with Delcy Rodriguez, sworn in after Maduro capture.
This wireless HDMI adapter from Belkin lets you link devices from across the room
The Belkin ConnectAir, unveiled at CES, makes it easy to cast to any screen without an app or Wi-Fi.
Trump renews push to annex Greenland after Venezuela strike
President Donald Trump has repeatedly talked about annexing Greenland. He reupped those calls hours after the U.S. captured Venezuela's leader.
'Very good man,' versatile Detroit News sports writer Dave Goricki dies at 64
Covering prep sports is a job as demanding as high school life can be for a coach, or for a player.
Fire destroys Jackson Township business building, official says
Fire swept through a business building along Freedom Avenue NW near Interstate 77 on the morning of Jan. 4, an official said.
Yes, aggression-matchmaking is now a thing in Arc Raiders
If you've found you've been coming up against tougher players in Arc Raiders just recently, that could well be because …
'Sick and tired.' MTG calls Venezuela strike betrayal of MAGA
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's comments reflect a growing chasm in Congress over the president’s actions in Venezuela.
OPINION | Urban Meyer has no business in the Florida university system
Urban Meyer, the most universally reviled figure in Jacksonville Jaguars history is nominated as a trustee of New College.
What To Expect From Nintendo in 2026
With a new Mario movie and Pokemon's 30th anniversary on the way, 2026 will be a big year for Nintendo fans - here's what to expect across the next 12 months.
Appleton area high school sports results for Saturday, Jan. 3
High school basketball, swimming and wrestling teams were in action.
Massachusetts man builds the world’s only PoE powered driveway gate to stop people turning around
This was a big project – Supercar Blondie
Sports calendar for Monday, Jan. 5
There is plenty of basketball and other action as York-Adams League teams return from the holiday break.
2026 NFL mock draft: Projecting first round as order is set in Week 18
Our latest 2026 NFL mock draft reflects the emerging early first-round order, which will be set Sunday at the completion of Week 18.
Natrona County health and food inspections (12/26/25–1/1/26)
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department inspects restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, mobile food units, commissaries and
Eddie Murphy denies storming out of Oscars after loss, reveals truth
Eddie Murphy has revealed the real reason he left the 2007 Oscars early, denying he stormed out because he was upset about losing.
Oklahoma lawmakers eye $223M federal funding to reshape rural health care
The one-time investment comes as state leaders warn of shrinking revenues, Medicaid pressures and rising insurance costs.
Green Bay area high school sports results for Saturday, Jan. 3
West De Pere ends De Pere's 61-game FRCC winning streak, plus other high school results from Jan. 3.
AI’s reckoning with reality represents a growing economic risk for 2026
Revenues may be rising rapidly, but not by nearly enough to cover the wild levels of investment under way
AI may not need massive training data after all
New research shows that AI doesn’t need endless training data to start acting more like a human brain. When researchers redesigned AI systems to better resemble biological brains, some models produced brain-like activity without any training at all. This challenges today’s data-hungry approach to AI development. The work suggests smarter design could dramatically speed up learning while slashing costs and energy use.
The invisible microbes that help keep us healthy
Not all microbes are villains—many are vital to keeping us healthy. Researchers have created a world-first database that tracks beneficial bacteria and natural compounds linked to immune strength, stress reduction, and resilience. The findings challenge the long-standing obsession with germs as threats and instead highlight the hidden health benefits of biodiversity. This shift could influence everything from urban design to environmental restoration.
A simple chemistry trick could end forever plastic
Seeing plastic trash while hiking inspired a Rutgers chemist to rethink why synthetic plastics last forever while natural polymers don’t. By mimicking tiny structural features used in DNA and proteins, researchers designed plastics that remain durable but can be triggered to fall apart naturally. The breakdown speed can be precisely tuned, from days to years, or switched on with light or simple chemical signals. The discovery could reshape everything from food packaging to medicine delivery.
China’s “artificial sun” just broke a fusion limit scientists thought was unbreakable
Researchers using China’s “artificial sun” fusion reactor have broken through a long-standing density barrier in fusion plasma. The experiment confirmed that plasma can remain stable even at extreme densities if its interaction with the reactor walls is carefully controlled. This finding removes a major obstacle that has slowed progress toward fusion ignition. The advance could help future fusion reactors produce more power.
WHO Reports Global Health Gains in 2025 Despite Funding Cuts and Crises
WHO Reports Global Health Gains in 2025 Despite Funding Cuts and Crises / Global news, healthcare, healthcare news, UN, United Nation, WHO
US Conducted Operation Resolve in Venezuela. Here’s What Satellite Images Reveal
New satellite images show extensive damage to Venezuela's military complex from recent US airstrikes targeting President Maduro's regime.
The ultimate price Ford is paying to overhaul its business strategy
Ford and other carmakers must shift gears in their business plans away from EVs, a costly endeavor. Here is what it could mean for the industry.
Excited about 2026. Lainey Wilson, Mötley Crüe, water park, HOF art
Entertainment writer Ed Balint anticipates 2026. Lainey Wilson at the Concert for Legends, wiener dog races at the fair, and Mötley Crüe at Blossom.
Economic, business and technological predictions for 2026: Michael Weidokal
2026 will be another crucial year for our Northeast Ohio region, our country and the world. While there is a great deal of trepidation entering 2026 (with good reason), there are also many reasons to hope that this can be a year in which we reduce the level of political and economic risk in the world. Hopefully, our political and business leaders will work together to tackle the challenges we will inevitably face in 2026, and to take advantage of the opportunities that the new year will bring, writes guest columnist Michael Weidokal.