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Celebrate Amazing Stories and Science Fiction’s 100th Birthday
Doors Open 7:15 p.m. Celebrate Amazing Stories and Science Fiction’s 100th Birthday with us! In April 1926, Hugo Gernsback published Amazing Stories magazine for the first time, and while the name of the genre took a few more years to become a household term, many credit this moment with the birth of Science fiction fandom as we know it today! Join us for a two-panels featuring a discussion on the impact of Amazing Stories and Science Fiction as a genre! Featuring published authors, scholars, and podcasters with deep knowledge of the history and great works of the last 100 years. The second panel will be a how-to guide for writing your own Science fiction stories or novels, including teachers, authors, and scholars of the genre. Verbatim Books on Facebook / Instagram
ARTEMIS Week Kicks off at Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park
The center is celebrating humanity’s return to deep space exploration. Visitors can explore the temporary ARTEMIS II exhibits and follow the mission as it unfolds in real-time.
Why Massachusetts ranks No. 1 for child health and where gaps remain
Massachusetts child health ranking explained: what it means for families.
U.S. talks with Iran are still on despite tests of ceasefire
The ceasefire U.S.-Iran deal became even more fragile Thursday as Iran said Israeli strikes in Lebanon overnight violated the agreement.
Pink will host 2026 Tony Awards
Raise your glass, pop singer Pink will host the 2026 Tony Awards on June 7.
Evers signs law legalizing tribal run online sports betting in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill into law on April 9 that legalizes online sports betting, making it the 33rd state to allow the practice. ...
Looking for sports to watch for free? Here's a FAST way to do it
FAST stands for free ad-supported streaming television. Granted, FAST channels don’t carry the biggest games, but in a world where watching sports only gets more expensive, I refer you back to the word FREE.
Amazon’s chip business could be worth $50 billion, Jassy says, and he hints it may sell them externally
Andy Jassy's 2026 shareholder letter reveals Amazon's Graviton, Trainium, and Nitro chips generate $20bn+ a year — and could be sold directly to third parties.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index
Small businesses are healthy but cautious in Q1 2026, with inflation back as the No. 1 concern and owners dialing back growth plans.
Amazon upsets ebook lovers by ending support for old Kindle devices
Up to 2m e-readers made before 2013 will no longer be able to download new titles
Amazon Just Revealed This 1 Business Is Worth More Than 82% of Fortune 500 Companies (Hint: Not Cloud Computing)
While AWS generates the bulk of Amazon's profits, this business is growing even faster.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda, April 10-16
Aspen 2026 Shortsfest final days, April 10-11 Aspen’s 2026 Shortsfest, recognized as one of North America’s premier short-film festivals and the only Academy Award-qualifying festival dedicated solely to shorts, wraps this week. The “In Conversation...
How a series of ‘left turns’ led to wearable health tech breakthroughs at UCLA
In an alternate world, UCLA professor Anne Andrews might be a CIA agent. But in this one, she’s a scientist breaking new ground measuring chemicals in the brain and body.
Colorado Springs’ mayor has a new chief of staff. It’s the guy he trounced in the election.
Mayor Yemi Mobolade on Thursday named Wayne Williams his chief of staff. Williams, a Republican who is Colorado’s former secretary of state, lost to Mobolade in the 2023 mayoral election.
Amazon debuts Masters coverage, becoming the tournament's fourth-ever media partner
Amazon will have two hours of exclusive Masters coverage Thursday and Friday in its debut year as a media partner for the prestigious golf tournament.
EisnerAmper to add KLG Business Valuators & Forensic Accountants
The Top 20 Firm will acquire KLG Business Valuators & Forensic Accountants in a deal expected to close this May.
Entertainment this week: Red Not Chili Peppers, Spring Thaw Scavenge Hunt, and more
Friday, April 10 The Live Oaks – 7:30-10:30 p.m., Moody’s Bistro, Bar & Beats, 10007 Bridge St. The Live Oaks are an Americana-Soul band of very close friends that was started way, way back in 2016 (originally...
User anger as Amazon ends support for some older Kindles
The move means owners of Kindles released before 2013 will be unable to download new e-books.
Looks Like 'Elden Ring' Will Be A Pricey Game-Key Card Release On Switch 2
Pre-orders have popped up on Amazon
Amazon Rises Toward Key Level; CEO Says This Is 'On Fire'
Andy Jassy touted growth for the tech giant's custom AI chips.
Amazon Pharmacy to Offer Eli Lilly and Company’s New GLP-1 Pill Foundayo via Same-Day Delivery
Amazon Pharmacy (NASDAQ: AMZN), a full-service digital pharmacy that offers fast medication delivery directly to customers' homes, now offers Eli Lilly and C...
What one campaign rally in Michigan reveals about young voters ahead of the midterm elections
Many young voters say politics isn’t delivering and they want candidates who offer something new, not just opposition
Amazon says annual revenue run rate for chips business now over $20 billion
Amazon.com's annual revenue run rate for its chips business, which produces its Graviton and Trainium processors, is now over $20 billion, CEO Andy Jassy said in a letter to shareholders on Thursday.
CEO Andy Jassy’s 2025 Letter to Shareholders
Read Amazon CEO Andy Jassy’s 2025 Letter to Shareholders.
K-pop conquered Coachella. Now it's Bini's turn to show off the Philippines
Coachella is 'a great responsibility for us,' the group's Colet added. 'Because we want to open the door to more Filipino art.'
This detox may erase 10 years of social media brain damage, researchers say
Studies show that taking even short breaks could reverse measures of cognitive decline.
How to make a high-deductible health plan and HSA work for you
If you chose a cheaper health plan, you may be stuck with some hefty medical bills until you meet your deductible. Here's how to get the most out of your plan and health savings account.
What the 'Science of Reading' Movement Has Meant for English Learners (Opinion)
We should think of reading instruction for multilingual learners as a bridge, not a checklist.
Weekly Entertainment Report, April 9-12: Live music and lively arts in Southern NH » Nashua Ink Link
Go out and find some live music and lively arts this weekend.
Forage 2026 | A balancing act: The science of silage
The discussion about what to feed beef cattle throughout the year is among the most important conversations for the operation. For many, silage is a consideration. Galen Erickson, Ph.D., Nebraska Cattle Industry Professor of Animal Science and Beef Feedlot Extension Specialist, University of Nebraska-Lincoln,...
Zeeland restaurant sees business boost after Sunday alcohol sales allowed
For decades, Zeeland prohibited alcohol sales on Sundays. That changed a few months ago, and one business, The Gritzmaker Social House, said the new ordinance is paying off.
Orange Lutheran baseball defeats Gahr in walk-off at Boras Classic
CJ Weinstein delivers an RBI single in the eighth for Orange Lutheran in a 2-1 win over Gahr at the Boras Classic.
City of Independence bans synthetic 7-OH, regulates kratom sold in businesses
The City of Independence voted to ban synthetic 7-OH and regulate its parent product, kratom, at Wednesday night's city council meeting.
April 9: An ugly number for social science
Public-funding pinch. Gen Z sours on AI. Graduating lawyers get $10,000?
News | Plans for 1.6 million square foot Manchester airport-based science and innovation campus lodged
MIX MANCHESTER focuses on a 60-acre site
Trump to discuss leaving NATO in meeting with alliance’s leader, White House says
The president, long a NATO skeptic, has been especially angry at alliance members in recent weeks for declining to take part in the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
As the cable business ebbs, AMC Networks takes a new name
The New York-based company wants to emphasize production instead of its traditional TV business.
NYC bill would force Amazon to hire thousands of local delivery workers — sending customer bills soaring
Lots of Social Science Won’t Replicate. Does That Mean It’s Bunk?
Scholars are debating the results of an effort to assess hundreds of papers’ credibility. Where some see failure and cause for urgent reform, others see reason for hope.
BYU-Idaho Students Accepted to Health Professional Schools at Above-Average Rates
BYU-Idaho students applying to professional health programs during the 2024–2025 cycle achieved high acceptance rates to various medical schools.
LAUSD high school sports would halt if unions strike on Tuesday
Three unions set to strike in Los Angeles Unified School District beginning Tuesday if settlement not reached in contract dispute.
Amazon to end support for older Kindle devices
Amazon told Kindle owners this week that it's ending support for all e-readers released in 2012 or earlier, making them virtually unable to load any new content.
Amazon Pulls Support for Perfectly Fine Older Kindles
In an email to customers, Amazon announced that it would be ending service for Kindle devices older than the 2012 edition. Those devices will lose access to the Kindle Store.
Huck Distinguished Lecture Series brings leaders in AI, biodiversity and cryo‑EM
The Huck Distinguished Lecture Series in April will feature Tanya Berger-Wolf of The Ohio State University and Wah Chiu of Stanford University, highlighting advances in artificial intelligence for biodiversity research and cryogenic electron microscopy for biomedical discovery.
Apple's New M5 MacBook Air Hits $949 Record Low Price on Amazon
Amazon has introduced a few new record low prices on the M5 MacBook Air this week, with up to $150 off these notebooks. We started tracking these deals over the weekend, and the selection of color options at best-ever prices has only expanded since then. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
19-year-old steals 32 guns from South Carolina business, police say
A 19-year-old has been arrested in South Carolina after police said he stole more than 30 guns from a business.
Map of LACMA's David Geffen Galleries: the cafe, wine bar, Koons art
A colorful map to help guide visitors around LACMA's new David Geffen Galleries, including the best way to the wine bar and how to get a great view of Jeff Koons' 'Split-Rocker' topiary sculpture.
Amazon is cutting off support for older Kindles
Amazon has sent out emails to some of its users, with a warning that it’s discontinuing support for Kindle ereaders and Fire tables released in 2012 or earlier.
Why the U.S. Navy’s retail business is fighting Walmart and Amazon to fund its own future
The Navy runs more than 300 stores globablly but its operations are at risk because retail giants like Walmart, Amazon and Target are taking market share.
How the Navy's retail business is working to pull off a turnaround
Sales have fallen at the Navy Exchange, the government-owned department store chain that provides tax-free products to enlisted servicemembers and veterans. Its stores are an important benefit to military families stationed across the world, and its profits directly improve the welfare of Navy sailors. The company is working to revamp its fleet of stores with a planned investment of around $100 million to better compete with major e-commerce players like Walmart and Amazon.
Why art is important for your health, just like exercise
Regular participation in the arts improves cognition, lowers blood pressure and reduces stress, according to "Art Cure: The Science of How the Arts Save Lives."
Texas talk of swallowing eastern New Mexico is an old impulse
A legislative directive to study a merger with eastern New Mexico is the latest example of secessionist sentiments around the country. The breakaway notions are fanciful but the discontent is real.
Kirk Cousins will now wear the "best jersey in pro sports"
Kirk Cousins had multiple reasons to sign with the Raiders.
Trump’s Iran brinkmanship reaches truce, escalates backlash at home
The president’s ultimatum drew condemnation across the political spectrum and intensified open debate about his credibility, morality and sanity.
Your sarcasm is showing — and its history is surprisingly violent
Some people use sarcasm jokingly. But funnily enough, we tend not to find it witty when we're on the receiving end.
Political newcomer from western Mass. ‘would love to be governor ... in 20 years’
In part one of NEPM's series on local candidates giving politics a try, Yakov Kronrod leans on his family's refugee history and his own past activism.
High school baseball and softball: Tuesday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores for Tuesday's games.
UND ready to turn to business in Las Vegas
The Fighting Hawks traveled to Vegas on Tuesday afternoon ahead of the NCAA Frozen Four.
Republican wins runoff to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress
Clay Fuller, a district attorney backed by President Donald Trump, defeated Shawn Harris in the deeply red district vacated by Marjorie Taylor Greene.
Barbershop named the West Virginia Family-Owned Small Business of the Year
PARKERSBURG – A small local business that has been around for over 60 years is being honored for its continuing ties to the community. Marchell’s Barbershop, at 615 Market St., was named the West Virginia Family-Owned Small Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration’s West Virginia District Office, as part of National […]
L.A. election shadow hearing: Democrats, experts defend voting systems
House Democrats gathered in Los Angeles on Tuesday for a "shadow hearing" on midterm election security, where experts echoed their arguments that state-run elections are safe and secure.
4 '80s Inspired Retro Gadgets You Can Find On Amazon
There are many retro-inspired gadgets on Amazon, such as typewriter-style keyboards, '80s-style mics, and even CD players styled as record players.
Mass. food insecurity surging; Doctor warns of growing health impacts
More than one-third of households struggled to access enough food in 2024.
Swalwell campaign denies online claims that congressman behaved inappropriately with staffers
A spokesman for Rep. Eric Swalwell, a leading Democratic gubernatorial candidate, on Tuesday denounced online claims that the congressman had inappropriate relationships with young congressional staffers.
NASCIO’s 2026 Plan Dubs State CIO a ‘Strategic Business Leader’
The National Association of State Chief Information Officers has unveiled its 2026-2028 strategic plan. It underlines the role of the state CIO as a trusted adviser who can shape public policy.
Amazon is ending support for older Kindles and Kindle Fires
Amazon is finally saying goodbye to older Kindle devices.
Protect Girls Sports in Maine files motion to intervene in lawsuit over signatures
The lawsuit alleges there were problems with the signature-gathering process.
Sony Pictures Entertainment to cut hundreds of film and TV jobs
Under the new leadership of CEO Ravi Ahuja, Sony Pictures Entertainment will emphasize franchises and next-gen content. With these changes, the company plans to lay off a few hundred employees across its film, TV and corporate divisions.
Local thrift, pawn shops say rising costs are driving more business
Boston area thrift stores and pawn shops see an uptick in customers looking for quick cash or inexpensive items as they struggle with high inflation and rising costs.
Amazon Developing 'Funny Business' Comedy With Will & Aaron Eisenberg
Amazon is developing 'Funny Business,' an animated comedy from Will and Aaron Eisenberg, who sold the studio an original pitch.
Vance stumps for Hungary’s Orban as Trump-aligned movement faces critical test
The vice president traveled to Budapest as Trump’s deadline for an Iran deal loomed Tuesday, backing the administration’s closest ideological ally in Europe.
Trump's message to Iran on deadline day: 'A whole civilization will die tonight'
The extraordinary threat signaled Trump's willingness to authorize U.S. military strikes on Iranian infrastructure if no ceasefire deal is reached by 5 p.m. PDT Tuesday.
Wellness Resource Center Tackles Sports Betting and Gambling
March Madness is well underway. As bets get placed and brackets get broken, it’s hard to ignore one aspect of the sports world: gambling. Sports betting and gambling are prevalent in college and…
This GOP candidate seized a half-million ballots and says he may do it again
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, who is running for California governor as a Republican, tried to review ballots despite election officials reaffirming the results.
High school softball top 20 rankings for the Southland
A look at the top 20 high school softball teams in the Southland as ranked by CalHiSports.com for The Times.
Want to avoid dementia? Here’s what the science says.
Keeping mentally engaged can reduce dementia risk, especially among older adults.
Winston Salem Fire Department fighting commercial business fire
The Winston-Salem Fire Department posted that they were fighting the fire shortly before 7 a.m.
Alumna receives Diversity in Business Award
Brittany Bronson, a 2014 sociology graduate, has dedicated more than a decade to diversity, equity and inclusion.
AI in the mental health care workforce is met with fear, pushback
Artificial intelligence tools that help mental health therapists take notes and keep records are quickly entering the marketplace. But some question the safety of AI in mental health care delivery.
How much emphasis on politics? And to what end?
People today expect politics to give more than it can, often to the point of secular utopianism. There are two basic reasons for that. The first is a decline in transcendental faith. People need an […]
ASU research looks to help Valley small businesses adapt to AI
While businesses are struggling to keep up with large companies in the Artificial Intelligence boom, local researchers are working to give them an edge.
Democrats hope to increase liberal control of battleground Wisconsin's Supreme Court
Democrats are hoping to increase liberal control of the state Supreme Court in battleground Wisconsin in an election that has focused largely on abortion rights as cases affecting congressional redistricting, union rights and other hot button issues also await
Georgia congressional election pits Trump-backed Clay Fuller against Shawn Harris
Republican Clay Fuller faces Democrat Shawn Harris in a special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress
Owner of Upstate arcade and game lounge blames liquor law changes for business shift
The owner of Pinky’s Revenge says South Carolina’s liquor law changes are driving up costs and forcing a business shift.
Amazon reaches U.S. Postal Service deal for 1 billion packages
Amazon has reached a new agreement with the U.S. Postal Service, providing a lifeline to the beleaguered government agency.
Opinion: SU students should engage in local politics
Our columnist claims SU students need to be more involved in local elections. These elections have a tangible impact on the SU campus, so student voices in these elections matter, she claims.
New studies of old dogs help scientists understand where they came from
Scientists are tracing back the history of dogs using the oldest genes from the species ever studied
Foldable iPhone hits engineering snags, shipment delays possible: sources
April-May 'extremely critical' period for Apple to resolve issues in time
Belpre Area Business Exchange returns for a third year
The public is invited to attend the third annual Belpre Area Business Exchange from 4:30-6:30 p.m. April 29 at the Parkersburg Art Center at 725 Market St. Hosted by the Belpre Area Chamber of Commerce, the event welcomes the public to meet with the various sponsors and organizations in attendance. Refreshments will be served. According […]
2026 Distinguished Lecture Series in Materials Science and Engineering
The Distinguished Lecture Series in Materials Science and Engineering at Penn State will be held in April and will include two Richard E. Tressler Award Lectures in Materials and the David Ford McFarland Award Lecture for Achievement in Metallurgy.
AI finds drug safety signals in clinical notes
Large language models were tested on cancer patient notes from two academic medical centers and seven drug trials.
Trump says God supports U.S. cause in Iran war as he threatens wider bombing
The president offered a new rationale for the costly, unpopular conflict: “God wants to see people taken care of,” he said.
Lil Nas X gets mental health diversion in police battery case
Lil Nas X, who was arrested last August, reportedly will enter a two-year mental health diversion program in the latest step to potentially resolve a felony battery case.
Black-owned businesses considering Draft Bash event one mile from NFL Draft theater
Nearly 100 Black-owned businesses might set up at Allegheny Commons Park when the NFL Draft kicks off on the North Shore.
Trump holds fast to Tuesday deadline, threatening Iran's bridges and power plants
Trump said he was optimistic about the prospects of working with a newly installed Iranian government. But Tehran dismissed the diplomatic overtures as “unrealistic."
THE WEEK OF APRIL 6, 2026
- Trump budget repeats call for science cuts - NIH and NSF issue fewer grants - Jefferson Lab contract winner announced
IRS extends Business Tax Accounts to partnerships, nonprofits and government entities
The Internal Revenue Service expanded its Business Tax Accounts to partnerships, tax-exempt organizations, and federal, state, local and tribal governments.
International maritime officers connect with science at W&M’s Batten School & VIMS
W&M's Batten School & VIMS recently hosted the U.S. Coast Guard’s International Maritime Officer’s Course.
Student’s life experiences inform political science, media studies scholarship
Emily Danczyk, fourth-year Penn State student double-majoring in political science and media studies with a minor in legal studies, was recently named a diversity fellow for the American Political Science Association.