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Prep talk: Cleveland wants to challenge ECR, Birmingham for City Section soccer title
Cavaliers, led by Anderson Carranza, face El Camino Real on Wednesday in West Valley League soccer opener.
Is health care ready for impersonal AI to take over?
UMass Amherst students and professionals are weary AI will lack what a human can offer in patient care.
BizTips from SCORE: Setting goals for the New Year
Goal setting is a strategic practice that shapes the year ahead. Take time to think about your business and personal goals.
Two people shot and killed at Fayetteville business
A shooting at Mac's Speed Shop on N. McPherson Church Road left two people dead.
Patients Air Their Concerns During Healthcare Town Hall as Logan Health Providers Look to Unionize
Union representatives sat in front of a room full of patients and healthcare providers on Saturday afternoon, listening as members of the audience shared their personal experiences receiving care at Logan Health facilities. Organizers from the Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD) hosted the town hall to hear the opinions of patients as Logan […]
Funeral mass for University of Portland sports legend Joe Etzel to be held Monday
Etzel, who retired from the Catholic university in 2004, was “the most influential person in UP athletic history.”
Cleveland Browns make minor roster moves ahead of season finale
Team officially places LB Carson Schwesinger on injured reserve, makes a few other transactions to face the Bengals.
In 2026, We Are Friction-Maxxing
In the face of technologies that sell us escapism at every turn, we need to build up tolerance for “inconvenience.”
California’s Starless Governor’s Race Could Get Very Weird
After a series of legendary governors, the state will be led by someone from a large field of lesser-known politicians, possibly even a Republican.
Marble, ice sculptures and optics: Trump’s remote presidency draws scrutiny
At Mar-a-Lago, official governance, private business and personal relationships converge.
Marble, ice sculptures and optics: Trump’s remote presidency draws scrutiny
At Mar-a-Lago, official governance, private business and personal relationships converge.
Packers-Vikings Preview
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Justin Jefferson has hardly been admired more by the Minnesota Vikings than during this season of frustration for their once-potent offense, despite production by the four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver that has lagged well behind his remarkable standard.
SGMC Health Rings in 2026 with Its First New Year’s Baby
SGMC Health welcomed its first baby of 2026 on New Year’s Day. The new year’s baby, Landan Anderson, born to Cassandra Jones and Leon Anderson
Dan Golabek named Paterson Business Administrator
Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh has named Daniel Golabek as the new business administrator or New Jersey’s third-largest city. "Daniel Golabek is a proven
Hints from Heloise: Good manners never get old
So many times, a small act of kindness can mean the world to another person.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named SI’s 2025 Sportsperson of the Year
Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who led the franchise to its first NBA championship, was named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Is SI’s 2025 Sportsperson of the Year
The reigning NBA MVP has found the perfect home in Oklahoma City, where he’s leading the Thunder to unprecedented heights.
Aberdare woman swaps personal trainer for AI ahead of half marathon
Could AI be changing the fitness industry by offering a cheaper alternative to personal trainers?
How rumors turn into lasting stigma for Korean celebrities
In Korea’s entertainment industry, controversy rarely stops at the person directly involved. Increasingly, speculation and online suspicion are spr...
MU Health Care welcomes first babies of 2026 in Jefferson City and Columbia
MU Health Care’s first baby of 2026 was born in Jefferson City at 12:15 a.m., followed by Columbia’s first arrival at 1:50 a.m.
Founder of popular cupcake chain says it’s closed all stores after 20 years in business
“Even though I sold the company over a decade ago, I still have such a personal connection to it and this isn’t how I thought the story would go," the former owner said.
Copilot Money brings clarity to your finances, now on the web [Sponsored]
Copilot Money is an award-winning app that brings a personal approach to managing your finances. It ties together your entire...
2025 NFL Midweek Report: Books Expect Winner-Take-All Matchups to Drive Dollars
Only a few games matter in Week 18 — but boy, do they matter. Patrick Everson reports on final regular-season weekend.
Jan. 6 attack 'does not happen' without Trump, Jack Smith told Congress
In a closed-door interview, Smith characterized the Republican president as the “most culpable and most responsible person” in the criminal conspiracy to overturn the results of the 2020 election.
Simply Tubs and Showers is building a business for customers’ safety
By Kathie Stamps “As we age, balance and health issues become increasingly important for safety,” said Bill Steiner, owner of Simply Tubs and Showers. “We provide personalized attention and recommendations…
This tiny plant is helping solve crimes
Moss may look insignificant, but it can carry a hidden forensic fingerprint. Because different moss species thrive in very specific micro-environments, tiny fragments can reveal exactly where a person has been. Researchers reviewing 150 years of cases found moss has helped solve crimes across multiple countries, including one case where it led investigators directly to a buried child. The study urges law enforcement to pay closer attention to these silent witnesses.
The year the Capitol Christmas tree was delivered by a senator
The voice on the phone was familiar, but the request was not. It was the latter part of September 2000. The person on the other end of the line was U.S. Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell. Over the years I had a number of calls with Ben as he served in different elected roles, so I was […]
Fitness Boxing Persona 5 announcement teased
The official Twitter account for the Fitness Boxing series has tweeted an image teasing a potential Fitness Boxing Persona 5.
Planned Parenthood Great Rivers to close Rolla health center
Planned Parenthood Great Rivers will close its Rolla health center to in-person appointments at the start of the new year.
In Case You Were Wondering | Sports Science & Nutrition
Case Keenum is back, this time with the Bears' Sports Science and Nutrition teams, to see how the team moves and fuel up. From 3D motion capture mobility training to wellness shots, Keenum gets a first-person look at the small, often overlooked details th
In Case You Were Wondering | Sports Science & Nutrition
Case Keenum is back, this time with the Bears' Sports Science and Nutrition teams, to see how the team moves and fuel up. From 3D motion capture mobility training to wellness shots, Keenum gets a first-person look at the small, often overlooked details th
Police respond after car crashes into Norman business
One person was pinned under a vehicle that crashed into a building in Norman.
Health officials warn public after coyote injures person in Warwick Township
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is searching for the animal, but officials don't know if it is rabid.
ASP health care leaders thank advisory council
Avenal State Prison (ASP) hosted an appreciation lunch to honor the vital contributions of the incarcerated-person advisory council (IAC). The event highlig
The Best Gadgets of December 2025
The end of the holiday season is a precursor to a weird, wacky, and chaotic 2026.
Teaching faculty power UNC Computer Science’s growth and impact - College of Arts and Sciences
UNC Computer Science fills more than 9,000 course seats every year. So how does it still feel personal? The answer lies with 10 teaching faculty members who have built a culture where students are not just taught — they are seen.
Researchers find ADHD strengths linked to better mental health
New research reveals a brighter side of ADHD, showing that adults who recognize and use their strengths feel happier, healthier, and less stressed. People with ADHD were more likely to identify traits like creativity, humor, and hyperfocus as personal strengths. Across the board, using these strengths was linked to better quality of life and fewer mental health symptoms. The study suggests that embracing strengths could be a game-changer for ADHD support.
Researchers find ADHD strengths linked to better mental health
New research reveals a brighter side of ADHD, showing that adults who recognize and use their strengths feel happier, healthier, and less stressed. People with ADHD were more likely to identify traits like creativity, humor, and hyperfocus as personal strengths. Across the board, using these strengths was linked to better quality of life and fewer mental health symptoms. The study suggests that embracing strengths could be a game-changer for ADHD support.
Analysis: The 5 most undersold political stories of 2025
The year in politics has been a lot. We can say that about a lot of years in recent history, but that’s especially the case with 2025.
Downtime from politics matters, too
A life wholly consumed with angst about government is a waste. We all need quiet deck time, too, writes R. Bruce Anderson.
Downtime from politics matters, too
A life wholly consumed with angst about government is a waste. We all need quiet deck time, too, writes R. Bruce Anderson.
Storm Boyd advocating for LGBTQ community in 2026
While he hasn't run for office yet, Storm Boyd has become an increasing presence behind the scenes in local Democratic politics.
The Biggest New Game Releases Of January 2026
Kick off 2026 with vampire adventures, a spiritual successor to Dino Crisis, and a cult of personality.
Mission Health announces visitor restrictions, citing high rate of flu in WNC
WLOS News 13 provides local news, weather forecasts, traffic updates, notices of events and items of interest in the community, sports and entertainment programming for Asheville, NC and nearby towns and communities in Western North Carolina and the Upstate of South Carolina, including the counties of Buncombe, Henderson, Rutherford, Haywood, Polk, Transylvania, McDowell, Mitchell, Madison, Yancey, Jackson, Swain, Macon, Graham, Spartanburg, Greenville, Anderson, Union, Pickens, Oconee, Laurens, Greenwood, Abbeville and also Biltmore Forest, Woodfin, Leicester, Black Mountain, Montreat, Arden, Weaverville, Hendersonville, Etowah, Flat Rock, Mills River, Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Canton, Clyde, Franklin, Cullowhee, Sylva, Cherokee, Marion, Old Fort, Forest City, Lake Lure, Bat Cave, Spindale, Spruce Pine, Bakersville, Burnsville, Tryon, Columbus, Marshall, Mars Hill, Brevard, Bryson City, Cashiers, Greer, Landrum, Clemson, Gaffney, and Easley.
Zombie bugs, singing seals and rule-breaking bears: Wild science of 2025
It's that time of year again – and my personal favorite corner of science to look back on – when we recap the many fascinating discoveries in the plant and animal kingdom that made headlines in 2025.
Alaska set to receive $272M to overhaul its rural health care system
Alaska was awarded more money than any state except for Texas — and far more per person, roughly $365 per Alaskan.
Cults of personality pervade all levels of Indian politics
The focus is on individuals over institutions
Former Hamilton mayor Tom Nye named Small Business Person of the Year
In nearly 40 years in serving Hamilton, Dr. Tom Nye said he’s been “very blessed in life” as he continues to do the important work, both in business and the community.
Highly-contagious measles case confirmed in Contra Costa Co., health officials say
Contra Costa County health officials confirmed a measles infection in a person who was mingling in public places for about a week before being discovered. Measles can linger in the air or on surfaces for over an hour after a contagious person leaves the area, according to health officials.
NFL Weekend Betting Recap: Bears-49ers was 'New Year’s Firework for the Bettors'
Chicago and San Francisco salvaged Sunday for bettors in a big way. Patrick Everson breaks it down.
In memoriam: The sports figures, locally and nationally, we lost in 2025
A look back at the sports personalities who died over the last year.
What makes a good E-sports player? Start by being a good human being
Winthrop University in Rock Hill has been leading the E-sports charge among colleges for about seven years. And a local pro squad is trying to increase representation in the sport. Turns out being a good person is better than being a top player.
French Girl Chic or right-wing pin-up? The complicated style legacy of Brigitte Bardot
Bardot’s overarching legacy may not be as easy to define as her personal style. While she was a celebrated cultural icon who has left an indelible mark on fashion history, she was also perhaps an early prototype for the Trump-era pin-up.
There's a Surprisingly Easy Way to Remove Microplastics in Drinking Water
You may already be doing it.
Staten Island owner of plumbing and HVAC business is recognized for positive attitude, leading by example
For his accomplishments, Eric Campione is being honored with a Louis R. Miller Business Leadership Award, which he will receive in the Established Businessperson category.
The Making of Mayor Mamdani
He is a brilliant political talent with dizzying ambitions to change the city. Is he ready for the actual job, though?
TikTok wasn’t banned, ‘Zootopia 2’ was a box-office beast
From the biggest screen to the smallest, entertainment faced a year of uncertainty.
Behind the mask: Maxwell Medical Group BEE flight drives readiness and
The Maxwell Medical Group bioenvironmental engineering flight is working behind the scenes to optimize its processes while continuing to protect the health and readiness of personnel and their
Samsung Plans To Bring Google Photos to Samsung AI TV Lineup, Helping Users Relive Their Favorite Memories on the Big Screen
Samsung TV aims to be the first to launch Google Photos features in 2026, debuting with memories on the big screen for the first time, while create and personalized results capabilities roll out later in the year.
How Trump is leveraging sports and sports culture for his political brand : Consider This from NPR
President Trump is using his position to access sporting events across the country and embed himself with teams and fans. And he’s leveraging sports and American sports culture to build up and amplify his political brand. NPR’s Tamara Keith speak with Christine Brennan, a longtime sports columnist and author, about the president and the significance of his strong ties to sports.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Jeffrey Pierre and Henry Larson. It was edited by Sarah Robbins, Dana Farrington and Rebekah Metzler. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
How Trump is leveraging sports and sports culture for his political brand : Consider This from NPR
President Trump is using his position to access sporting events across the country and embed himself with teams and fans. And he’s leveraging sports and American sports culture to build up and amplify his political brand. NPR’s Tamara Keith speak with Christine Brennan, a longtime sports columnist and author, about the president and the significance of his strong ties to sports.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Jeffrey Pierre and Henry Larson. It was edited by Sarah Robbins, Dana Farrington and Rebekah Metzler. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
15 Top Retail & Entertainment Franchise Opportunities for 2026
Explore the best retail and entertainment franchises for 2026, including personalized apparel, pet wellness, and immersive experiences. Find your next franchise opportunity with 1851 Franchise.
2025: AI and AR Transform Communication and Entertainment
In 2025, communication and entertainment sectors evolve through AI-driven personalization, immersive technologies like AR/VR, and interactive social platforms, fostering seamless hybrid experiences and authentic content. Challenges include privacy concerns and infrastructure needs. Ultimately, these innovations amplify human connections while demanding ethical adaptations.
Mini brains reveal clear brain signals of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
Tiny lab-grown brains are offering an unprecedented look at how schizophrenia and bipolar disorder disrupt neural activity. Researchers found distinct electrical firing patterns that could identify these conditions with high accuracy. The discovery opens the door to more precise diagnoses and personalized drug testing. Instead of guessing medications, doctors may one day see what works before treating the patient.
Ravens vs. Packers: Derrick Henry rushes for 4 TDs and Baltimore's playoff hopes stay alive; Green Bay's 41-24 defeat gives Chicago the NFC North title
Henry, who had a career-high 36 carries for 216 yards and four touchdowns. It was Henry’s seventh 200-yard rushing game, setting the NFL record that he had shared with Adrian Peterson and O.J. Simpson.
Atlus Looks Forward To Persona's 30th Anniversary In 2026, Acknowledges Support For Persona 4 Revival
It can’t wait to make “another announcement”
Melissa Gilbert has 'Little House on the Prairie' reunion with on-screen sister Melissa Sue Anderson: 'So happy'
Melissa Gilbert announced that she reunited with 'Little House on the Prairie' costar Melissa Sue Anderson: 'Long, healing talks. Lots of reminiscing. Lots of catching up. Lots of laughter and a few tears.'
Fox News Entertainment Newsletter: 'Tonight Show' ban list exposed; 'Christmas Vacation' secrets revealed
The Fox News Entertainment Newsletter brings you the latest Hollywood headlines, celebrity interviews and stories from Los Angeles and beyond.
CFP Futures Betting Report: Action on Standalone Playoff Games Reaching NFL Heights
CFP quarterfinals games are giving the NFL a run for its money when it comes to the betting action. Patrick Everson has insight on how the cash is coming in.
Health officials warn of measles exposure at Newark Liberty International Airport
Officials say a person infected with the illness traveled through the airport on Dec. 19.
‘The Frozen One’
Tyron Woodley continues to catch heat for his recent knockout loss to a 50-year-old Anderson Silva and this includes some backlash from former UFC middleweight champion, Luke Rockhold. Earlier this month, Woodley was asked to step up and box Silva on the undercard of Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua. As many expected, Silva was the […]
5 Big Questions for Sports in 2026
From the spread-out Winter Olympics to the Trump-heavy World Cup to a looming MLB lockout, there’s a lot on the horizon.
Atlus 2026 Aspirations Tease Upcoming Persona 30th Anniversary Announcements
4Gamer has published their annual feature for 2026 aspirations of Japanese game developers, including 7 from Atlus.
Bay Area group trying to expand access to health insurance
Wellness event is happening on December 29, 2025 in San Jose. Lucy Hernandez, spokesperson for Bay Area Community Health appeared on Mornings on 2, to discuss the services being offered, and the timeliness of this end-of-the-year event.
I've traveled to 16 countries with my guide dog. He gives me freedom, but sometimes strangers make me want to stay home.
My guide dog helps me travel the world as a fully blind person. I don't take it for granted, but the hardest part is dealing with people's ignorance.
Vote now: Would you rather have a $240K in-person job or a $120K remote one?
TikTokers have been debating two jobs: $120,000 for virtual work, or $240,000 for five days in-person. It's time to cast your vote.
Texas Matters: Pass The Politics, Pappy
W. Lee “Pappy” O’Daniel was a flour salesman turned broadcaster who mastered early mass media to build a political machine. As host of a hugely popular radio show featuring his Hillbilly Boys band, he blended homespun entertainment with relentless self-promotion. He converted his audience into votes, winning the Texas governorship in 1938 and later a U.S. Senate seat. O’Daniel’s radio fame let him bypass party elites and critics, turning airtime into personal power and profit.
Billionaire Warren Buffett Had An 'Unconventional' Marriage That Lasted 52 Years. The Trio Even Sent Out Signed Christmas Cards—'Everybody Was Happy'
Warren Buffett is one of those rare billionaires everyone feels like they know. He still lives in the same modest Omaha home he bought in 1958. He eats McDonald's and drinks Cherry Coke like lunch is a personal investment strategy. In a world full of private jets and vast estates, his choices are weirdly relatable — almost comforting. But even familiar figures can have unsuspected personal chapters, and Buffett's love life is one that defies tidy labels. In 1952, Buffett married Susan Thompson,
Quicken Business and Personal vs. FreshBooks
Trying to pick between Quicken Business & Personal and FreshBooks? Here's how the platforms really compare.
2025’s Biggest Political Losers
It was a rough year for a lot of people in Washington. But few had as bad a 2025 as Elise Stefanik and Andrew Cuomo.
My Most Anticipated Video Game Of 2026 Might Be This Simple Vibes-Based Lanesplitting Indie
"LANESPLIT" is a simple game from a one-person developer, and at my advanced age of 29 that's the kind of game I have the time and energy to play after work.
Sports roundup: Tuckers boys hoops secure league win
Boys basketball Dec. 19 — Mattituck 52, Port Jefferson 34 In the Tuckers’ first encounter against a Class B team, sophomores Connor Searl scored 16 points and Antonio Sparacio added 16 in a Suffolk County League VI against the visiting Royals (1-5, 0-2). Senior Trey Hansen contributed eight points. Mattituck (3-5, 2-1) outscored Port Jefferson,...
Timothée Chalamet's character in 'Marty Supreme' is based on a real hustling ping-pong icon from the 1950s
In "Marty Supreme," Timothée Chalamet plays the charismatic ping-pong playing hustler Marty Mauser. He's based on a real person.
Former employee accused of stealing over $215,000 from Metro Detroit moving service business
A former employee of a Metro Detroit moving services business is accused of misappropriating funds and transferring the company’s money to her personal accounts.
There's Always Room For Dessert, And Science Can Explain Why
Oh, go on then.
Veteran's health and confidence restored by VA wellness program
Audrey Barrett’s journey shows how personalized support and wellness helps Veterans embrace a healthier, happier and more empowered life.
The Occupation of Venezuela Is No Easy Task for Washington
Venezuela ranks 50th in terms of military strength with 123,000 active military personnel, 220,000 militiamen and 8,000 reservists.
Man accused of robbing customers, employees at gunpoint inside Eastpointe business
Authorities said a suspect pulled out a gun, forced customers and employees at an Eastpointe business to the ground, and stole their money.
Quicken Business and Personal vs. QuickBooks
Not sure whether Quicken or QuickBooks fits your needs? Here's what really sets these platforms apart.
Listen to Radio Iowa's top news and sports stories in Iowa
Radio Iowa’s news and sports staff has compiled “year in review” reports since 1994 and you may listen to the reports for 2025 below. Radio Iowa’s Top News Stories, anchored by Matt Kelley. AUDIO Radio Iowa’s Top Business Stories, anchored by Dar Danielson. AUDIO Radio Iowa’s Top Political Stories, anchored by O. Kay Henderson. AUDIO […]
The 10 Most Compelling Sports Stories of 2025
From the Oklahoma City Thunder’s dominance to multisport gambling scandals to a truly epic World Series, this year has been quite a ride.
Bears Over Beers: Playoffs Clinched! 49ers SNF Preview
The latest episode of @bearsoverbeers talks the Chicago Bears upcoming game against the San Francisco 49ers and more!
Junglepussy is ready to conquer the world
It’s hard not to be inspired by Junglepussy — just ask “One Battle After Another” director Paul Thomas Anderson. In our “Annual Self-Assessment,” the rapper reflects on the year and looks ahead to 2026: “You see how I rock the boat?”
Your roommate’s genes may be shaping your gut bacteria
Scientists studying thousands of rats discovered that gut bacteria are shaped by both personal genetics and the genetics of social partners. Some genes promote certain microbes that can spread between individuals living together. When researchers accounted for this social sharing, genetic influence on the microbiome turned out to be much stronger than previously thought. The study suggests genes can affect others indirectly, without DNA ever being exchanged.
Nine mental-health tips for a happier 2026
Regardless of any resolutions you may have for 2026, one thing is for sure: Everyone wants to have a happy new year.While losing weight or saving money may be great goals, the most straightforward path to happiness is caring for your mental and emotional health. A robust body of research shows that simple cognitive and behavioral strategies can reliably boost happiness and reduce stress – and they’re generally free and accessible to all.These strategies don’t have to be super time-consuming, but they do require intention: They only work if you do them.Here, psychologist Valentina Ogaryan, PhD, clinical director of the Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology, shares her top tips for cultivating more calm, centeredness and happiness in the new year (or anytime):Make time for playPlay isn’t just for kids, and it’s far from frivolous. The National Institute for Play says engaging in silliness, fun and just-for-pleasure activities reduces stress and increases optimism and resilience. A recent review also found that play improves mental health.“Adults can benefit from play as much as children,” Dr. Ogaryan says, “not just as a reward, but something that helps regulate.”So go ahead and dance with your dog, build something with Legos, tell a joke, sing karaoke or do anything else that feels like fun. Don’t worry about being productive, just enjoy yourself. And, if you can, opt for more analog play, Dr. Ogaryan suggests, as a respite from our ever-more-digital world. Move your bodyWhether you dance, ski, do yoga, play pickleball, ride a bike, roller-skate, hike or lift weights, physical movement benefits overall happiness and well-being. A 2018 review study of more than 1.2 million adults in the U.S. found that doing any kind of exercise was “significantly and meaningfully associated” with better self-reported mental health.The sweet spot was 45 minutes of movement three to five times a week, but even short bursts of physical activity can boost brain health, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.“Movement helps support mood and regulate the nervous system,” Dr. Ogaryan says.Plus: exercise can improve sleep quality, and sleep is essential for mental health.Prioritize sleep“Sleep plays a major role in managing stress,” Dr. Ogaryan says. Research shows that lack of sufficient sleep increases the risk of various diseases, including depression.While stress can interfere with sleep, practicing good sleep hygiene can make logging ZZ’s easier. That means maintaining a consistent bedtime; keeping the bedroom cool, dark and quiet; and avoiding social media, news and stimulating shows before bed.Consume lessWe live in a consumer culture, inundated by endless streams of content and advertising everywhere we go, which makes it easy to get overstimulated.“Something really helpful for stress reduction is to simply consume less,” Dr. Ogaryan says – less news, less social media, less information, less noise, less screen time. “It’s about reducing the input,” she says.Consider setting a maximum number of news articles per day, for example, or a time limit on scrolling. Maybe even go device free for an afternoon or a whole day.Practice present-moment awarenessWith so much coming at us all the time, focusing on the here and now can make life feel more manageable, Dr. Ogaryan says: “When everything feels super overwhelming, when everything feels larger than life, let’s make our world a little bit smaller for that moment in time.”She suggests taking things one day, or even one hour, at a time. Ask yourself: What’s my next right action? Release the need to know how everything turns out and liberate yourself from having to handle everything right now. Let the future take care of itself and just focus on the current moment. Then the next one. Have a daily anchorFrom work to the daily commute to family and life responsibilities, our days can feel jam-packed. Dr. Ogaryan recommends creating a centering daily anchor that can fit into even the busiest day.Maybe it’s a 10-minute walk during your lunch break or mindfully enjoying your coffee in the morning. Let your anchor adapt to your needs each day, she says, but be intentional about using that time to ground yourself and calm your nervous system. You might even say to yourself, “I choose this walk to help me become centered,” or “My day already feels stressful, so I’m going to take the next 10 minutes to enjoy this cup of coffee, feel the warm mug in my hand and just be present.” Having an anchor won’t erase the busy-ness from your day, but it will allow you to approach it more calmly.Be kind to yourselfMost of us have a harsh inner critic in our heads who works overtime. But that critical voice only increases our stress, triggering the same fight-or-flight response as caustic words from another person.To feel happier, we need to replace that inner critic with a kinder, more compassionate voice, Dr. Ogaryan says. Studies show that self-compassion is a source of eudaimonic happiness – the kind of happiness associated with purpose and meaning in life.While our knee-jerk reaction may be to self-criticize – “How could you let it get to this point? You didn’t manage your time well and now the project is going to be late. You’re so inept.” – we fare better mentally by treating ourselves with kindness, like we would a friend. That might sound like, “You’ve got a lot on your plate, but you are capable and you’ll get it done. I believe in you.”We may think that speaking kindly to ourselves means letting ourselves off the hook, so we end up becoming lazy do-nothings. But research shows the opposite: People who are self-compassionate are more likely to try harder in the face of failure and ultimately reach their goals.You can thank your inner critic for its good intentions, but resolve to talk to yourself in a kind, compassionate voice.Connect with othersHumans are social animals built for connection. Stress can be isolating and cause us to withdraw, but connecting with others is a salve for the psyche, Dr. Ogaryan says.“We know that not all relationships are always easy, but if we can think about intentional, nourishing connection – even in really small doses – it could really help center us,” she says.Take a moment to laugh with your colleagues, hug your pet, have a conversation with a friend or smile at the barista making your coffee. A study found that even tiny interactions with casual acquaintances and strangers decreases loneliness and improves happiness and well-being.Seek supportIf you try these practices and happiness remains elusive, or if you can’t access the wherewithal to follow these tips, seek support from your physician or a therapist. Mental health conditions are among the most common health issues in the U.S. and around the world – more prevalent than diabetes or heart disease. One in five people in the U.S. experiences a mental illness each year, with depression and anxiety the most common, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.“We can all think about these tips,” Dr. Ogaryan says. “But it’s important to recognize if you’ve done everything you can and you’re still really struggling, it’s really important to seek help.”
The disunity of science is a feature, not a bug
Mathematical models wield miraculous power, but mistaking them for reality has trapped science in a destructive quest for a “Theory of Everything.” Physicist and philosopher Ragner Fjelland argues that this leads to bloated, Frankenstein theories kept alive by clumsy, ad-hoc amendments, which reduce rather than boost science’s power. Fjelland calls for a radical shift in our attitude: we must reorientate towards creating entirely new theories, celebrating rather than lamenting disunity and diversity in science. Science, from the scientific revolution in the seventeenth century to the present day, has more or less developed in a “reductionist” way. The fundamental assumption is that all sciences may be ordered in a hierarchy that can be represented as an upside-down pyramid. At the top we find the human sciences, and at the bottom physics. Strong (or “ontological”) reductionism maintains that all theories at one level can be completely reduced to the lower level, all the way down to theories of atoms and elementary particles, or whatever is “at the bottom.” In the end, all diversity in the world can be unified in one fundamental theory. Hence it is called a final theory, or a Theory of Everything.One of the central figures in developing the idea of a Theory of Everything is the Dutch theoretical physicist Gerard 't Hooft, who received a Nobel Prize in physics in 1999 for his work. He emphasizes the non-empirical status of the theory:There exists no closely resembling alternative theory. This means that any slight change brought about in the rules would make the theory unlikely or inelegant. The theory will be a "package deal": take it, or leave it. This should hold both for the local laws and for the boundary conditions.This endeavor is not new. On the contrary, it goes all the way back to the birth of Western philosophy 2,500 years ago. The Babylonians made regular astronomical observations during a period of 600 years, from 747 BCE until 150 ACE. They developed mathematical techniques to predict astronomical phenomena, but they made no attempts at explaining them. However, the Greeks developed models, both material and theoretical, to explain the observed phenomena.The best example is Plato’s late dialogue Timaeus. Here he introduces a divine craftsman, the Demiurge, who has constructed the universe according to an original plan. Plato seems to have thought that the original plan is what is actually real, while the material world is merely an imperfect realization of it. He therefore does not, in the Timaeus, reconstruct the material universe, but the original plan, which can then be used to explain the material universe.Plato’s aim in producing a theoretical model is to reconstruct the original plan. That is what he carries out in Timaeus—and some modern physicists have embarked on the same project. For example, Einstein’s basic attitude is reflected in the title of Abraham Pais’ biography: “Subtle is the Lord...,” echoing Einstein’s comment, “Subtle is the Lord, but malicious He is not.” In an interview Einstein compared our situation to a child who enters a huge library. The child knows that someone has written the books, but he does not know the languages in which they are written. He suspects that there is a mysterious order, but he does not know what it is.___“We have all been working in what Husserl called the Galilean style; that is, we have all been making abstract mathematical models of the universe to which at least the physicists give a higher degree of reality than they accord the ordinary world of sensation.”Steven Weinberg, Nobel Prize in Physics (1979)___This Platonist view is contrary to a widespread impression of science, symbolized by the picture of the “father” of modern science, Galileo Galilei, with his telescope. According to this impression, Galileo liberated himself from the dominating metaphysics of his day—basically Aristotelian philosophy—and constructed a telescope that he directed towards the sky, showing that Jupiter has four moons. He also performed experiments with bronze balls rolling down inclined planes and found the law of freely falling bodies.However, in other cases Galileo emphasized the unreliability of our senses. It is easy to see why. He defended Copernicus’ heliocentric hypothesis. According to this hypothesis, we are not at rest at the center of the universe, but moving at a tremendous speed through space. Why don’t we observe this motion? Galileo praises Copernicus because “with reason as his guide he resolutely continued to affirm what sensible experience seemed to contradict.” In other places he directly refers to Plato. SUGGESTED VIEWING The quest for a final theory With Michio Kaku Galileo’s Platonism goes back to his early writings. In The Assayer, published as early as 1623, Galileo compared the universe to a grand book that is written in the language of mathematics, and “its characters are triangles, circles, and other geometric figures without which it is humanly impossible to understand a single word of it.” Therefore, things that cannot be described by mathematics—for example, colors, smells and odors—are not real. They are merely subjective.This division into subjective and objective, advocated by Galileo and his younger contemporary René Descartes, is normally associated with a mechanistic world view, which is regarded as the opposite of Platonism. When we reduce something to, for example, molecules and atoms, we move “downwards.” In contrast, the Platonist moves “upwards,” to abstract entities. However, it only shows that when we address fundamental questions, we should be careful in applying everyday spatial metaphors like “up” and “down.”___Nature is complex, and we cannot in general construct mathematical models that adequately describe the world.___The endeavor of finding a Theory of Everything has been heavily criticized. In 2006, the theoretical physicist Lee Smolin published “The Crisis in Fundamental Physics.” He argued that one of the most fundamental principles of science is that we should only regard theories as scientific if we have the possibility to show that they are false by experiments. Although he did not refer to Karl Popper, other critics have referred to Popper and argued that a theory is not scientific if it cannot be falsified (see for example Ellis & Silk 2014).These were not the first physicists to be anti-reductionists. In 1972, the journal Science published an article by the physicist Philip Anderson with the title “More Is Different.” This is the kind of article a scientist would normally write only after he has won a Nobel Prize. However, Anderson won the Nobel Prize for physics five years later, in 1977. The article is amazing, not primarily because it argues in favor of anti-reductionism in general, but because it argues for anti-reductionism within physics itself. Anderson’s conclusion was:At each stage entirely new laws, concepts, and generalizations are necessary, requiring inspiration and creativity to just as great a degree as in the previous one. Psychology is not applied biology, nor is biology applied chemistry.We may say that Plato started the “unity of science movement,” based on Euclidean geometry as the model of all knowledge. A distinguishing mark of geometry is that all possible constructions can be reduced to a few fundamental principles. We have to acknowledge that this approach has limitations. In general, we can easily model technological systems. In addition, we may construct simplified and idealized models that capture important aspects of systems, from various perspectives and for various purposes. But nature is complex, and we cannot in general construct mathematical models that adequately describe the world. In a complex system, each level has its distinct, emergent, properties that are characteristic of this level. Therefore, a complex system should be investigated at different levels and from different perspectives. Instead of exclusively pursuing a scientific ideal based on the unity of science, we should acknowledge the diversity—or even the disunity—of science.
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