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Law enforcement officers shouldn’t wear masks
Should police wear masks? Denver’s City Council thinks no — and is even trying to outlaw it for federal agents operating in the city (because if there’s one thing municipal governments do well, it’s bossing around Washington). Like so many issues where people quickly polarize to one extreme or the other, this issue is nuanced. […]
Is Tinder the new LinkedIn? Job-hunters swipe for leads on dating apps
Looking for a job? These workers say dating apps like Tinder, Hinge, and Grindr may be your best bet for networking and seeking referrals.
These Unsinkable Tubes Could Help Harvest Energy From the Ocean
Researchers developed aluminum structures that trap air bubbles, making them able to float perpetually in even the harshest environments.
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.
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.
Give me the DJ Moore Comeback Tour
There’s a lot of talk surrounding Bears wide receiver DJ Moore, but @kdthompson5 thinks it’s best to keep him around.
Tech titans Elon Musk and Reid Hoffman attack each other over latest Epstein emails
Elon Musk and LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman clash on social media over alleged Jeffrey Epstein connections, trading accusations and email screenshots.
MRN BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Refreshment Services Pepsi
On today’s Business Spotlight, Tim Schrage from Refreshment Services Pepsi joins Ron to talk about the recent shift in soda preferences among consumers. Lightly carbonated, no-sugar drinks like Alani are flying off the shelves, and he also introduces Poppi- a Shark Tank success that’s being called part of the next generation of sodas that are...
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.
Small Business Technology News: AI Models That Are Better Than ChatGPT
Intuit adds more AI for QuickBooks, LinkedIn does more for recruiting and a startup raises $25M to answer the calls you're missing.
Scientists discover a hidden gut bacterium linked to good health
A global study has uncovered a mysterious group of gut bacteria that shows up again and again in healthy people. Known as CAG-170, these microbes were found at lower levels in people with a range of chronic diseases. Genetic clues suggest they help digest food and support the broader gut ecosystem. Researchers say the discovery could reshape how we measure and maintain gut health.
Scientists discover a hidden gut bacterium linked to good health
A global study has uncovered a mysterious group of gut bacteria that shows up again and again in healthy people. Known as CAG-170, these microbes were found at lower levels in people with a range of chronic diseases. Genetic clues suggest they help digest food and support the broader gut ecosystem. Researchers say the discovery could reshape how we measure and maintain gut health.
Science news this week: China turns a desert into a carbon sink, a Viking Age grave holds a giant who had brain surgery, real-life inception, and a last-minute Valentine's gift idea from nature
Feb. 14 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
I added more whimsy to my life. Here's what happened.
Whimsy has become popular on social media as a mindset for enjoying life. I found that focusing on whimsy helped me think more about others.
Is Ubisoft Entertainment (ENXTPA:UBI) Now An Opportunity After Its Sharp Multi‑Year Share Price Slide?
If you are wondering whether Ubisoft Entertainment's beaten down share price now represents value or a value trap, you are not alone. This article is built to help you think that through clearly. The stock has been volatile recently, with a 14.5% gain over the last 7 days but declines of 26.1% over 30 days, 27.2% year to date and 59.2% over 1 year, and an even larger 77.4% and 93.7% slide over 3 and 5 years. Recent coverage has focused on Ubisoft Entertainment's share price swings and what...
PFF analyst breaks down Titans biggest offseason roster question
One analyst breaks down the biggest offseason roster question for the Tennessee Titans, and it's not what you think.
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.
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.
‘Life is a blink’: Staunton woman follows her comedy dream after health scare
After experiencing a serious health scare, Susan Horne, 50, isn’t slowing down. Instead, she decided to chase her dream of becoming a stand-up comedian.
Sarah Ferguson's massive salary for Epstein-backed business revealed
_New details reveal additional links betweenSarah Ferguson and Jeffrey Epstein. Keep reading to find out the details.
Why I stopped chasing money and focused on health
After years of extreme work and little sleep, a founder explains how health data revealed hidden risks and pushed him to rethink success.
Why I stopped chasing money and focused on health
After years of extreme work and little sleep, a founder explains how health data revealed hidden risks and pushed him to rethink success.
Scientists Think Asteroids May Have Provided the Ingredients for Life on Earth
A new study analyzes three asteroid and two meteorite samples to see if space rocks smacking into Earth could’ve helped kickstart life.
Best seat to choose on train, from frequent Amtrak rider
As someone who travels with Amtrak often, I think the café car is the best seat to choose on a train because it's spacious and comfortable.
Live updates: Trump administration news, DHS on brink of shutdown as ICE’s Minnesota crackdown ends
The best recent science fiction, fantasy and horror
Nowhere Burning by Catriona Ward; Pagans by James Alistair Henry; Pedro the Vast by Simón López Trujillo; Operation Bounce House by Matt Dinniman; A Beast Slinks Towards Beijing by Alice Evelyn Yang
MSU Museum’s second annual SciCurious invites guests to fall in love with science
This Valentine’s Day, MSU Museum invites its visitors to think about the world around them with its public outreach event, SciCurious, which presents attendees with an array of scientific collections, live specimens, and interactive activities. SciCurious is set to take place in the MSU Museum’s newly renovated building from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 14th. Anyone can attend, and although registration via the museum’s website is encouraged, it’s not required.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.
JJ Redick gives update on Luka Doncic
Lakers coach JJ Redick gave an update on when he thinks Luka Doncic will return from a hamstring strain.
Stephen 'tWitch' Boss' widow Allison Holker announces engagement to tech CEO
'So You Think You Can Dance' alum Allison Holker, who was previously married to the late Stephen 'tWitch' Boss, announced that she will be tying the knot with tech CEO Adam Edmunds after nearly two years of dating.
Partial Federal Shutdown Shrinks Congressional Presence in Munich
In a moment of frayed trans-Atlantic relations, Speaker Mike Johnson abruptly canceled the House delegation to Europe’s biggest annual security summit.
Bipartisan opposition over inflammatory comments likely to sink Trump State Dept. nominee
Jeremy Carl, the Trump administration’s pick for a top State Department position, is unlikely to get the job after a bipartisan group of senators grilled him over his history of racist, sexist, and reported antisemitic comments and posts.
Crystal Dynamics just announced the first new Legacy of Kain game in 23 years (and another slick-looking Soul Reaver remaster, too)
Legacy of Kain is back with an old classic, and some fresh blood: and both release sooner than you'd think.
Florida Man visits The Woods for a mix-up in entertainment
In Florida Man Adventures, TV20’s Adam Pittman hits the rink in Lake City.
Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, the First New Legacy of Kain Game in Over Two Decades, Is Out Next Month
Crystal Dynamics has revealed the first brand new Legacy of Kain game in over two decades. It's called Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, and it's out sooner than you'd think: on March 31, 2026. That's next month!
‘Zero Day’ & ‘A House Of Dynamite’ Producer Prologue Entertainment Signs Bestselling Author David McCloskey To First-Look Deal
Bestselling author David McCloskey has inked a first-look deal with Prologue Entertainment, the production company behind Netflix's 'Zero Day.'
Humans really don’t need chins
Homo sapiens are the only primates that have them, but they don't make us special.
NASCAR, Coca-Cola North America extend longstanding partnership; BodyArmor named Official Sports Drink of NASCAR
NASCAR announced an extension of its Premier Partnership with Coca-Cola, as BodyArmor becomes the Official Sports Drink of NASCAR.
Steelers NFL Free Agency Predictions: Aaron Rodgers Back in Pittsburgh?
Here are three players from our top 100 free agents list that we think the Steelers will land this offseason.
Google Says Deep Think AI Can Partner on Advanced Math, Science
Alphabet Inc. has updated its Gemini Deep Think artificial intelligence model for better performance in math and science research, the company said.
‘Titletown Crawl’ offering food, drink and entertainment on March 7
Food and beverage crawl to feature live entertainment, winter activities, photo ops and exciting prizes
AbbVie sues U.S. health agency over Botox price controls
Botox is known for smoothing facial wrinkles, but can also be used to treat eye- and neck-movement disorders, neck spasms, incontinence and migraines.
Vance: Olympians ‘not there to pop off about politics’
Vice President Vance thinks U.S. Olympic athletes should focus on competing for medals and keep their political opinions to themselves. “You’re not there to pop off about politics,̶…
Business News: Rolex Trimmed Production In 2025 According To Swiss Bank Vontobel
The Crown adds to market share dominance despite lower production for the last two years running.
Arm wants a bigger slice of the chip business
Artificial intelligence is causing the chip designer to rethink its winning formula
NASA scientists say meteorites can’t explain mysterious organic compounds on Mars
Scientists studying a rock sample collected by NASA’s Curiosity rover have uncovered something tantalizing: the largest organic molecules ever detected on Mars. The compounds — decane, undecane, and dodecane — may be fragments of fatty acids, which on Earth are most often linked to life. While non-living processes like meteorite impacts can also create such molecules, researchers found those sources couldn’t fully explain the amounts detected.
Scott Sports Announced as Official XC Bike Partner for the Whoop UCI Mountain Bike World Series
Scott Sports is the latest brand to sign a
Think online dating is a ‘numbers game’? You’re playing it all wrong, says this researcher
Men want hot women, and women want rich men. Or do they? Relationship scientist and UC Davis psychology professor Paul Eastwick isn't convinced.
Alcohol’s Effects on the Body: What Does Drinking Do to Your Health?
From the moment you take a sip, alcohol
This Week in Sports Trivia: Winter Olympics edition
Think you know a little bit about the Winter Olympics? Test your knowledge in this special edition of The Athletic's weekly quiz.
Business of public breakups: Ending relationships at restaurants, bars
From fancy tasting menus to bars, restaurant workers have overheard their fair shares of public breakups. Here's what they think of yours.
Daniel Cormier: 'Jon Jones doesn't have anything left'
Former two-division UFC champion Daniel Cormier thinks Jon Jones' fighting days are likely behind him.
What bots talk about when they think humans aren’t listening
Madeleine Finlay hears from Aisha Down about what Moltbook, a social network for bots, tells us about AI and about us
Neighborhood comeback with business incubator | FOX 13 Tampa Bay
A once economically-thriving North Clearwater community could be on the brink of a comeback, as local leaders launch a business incubator designed to create opportunity and support entrepreneurs. FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports.
Clearwater business incubator aims to spark revival in once thriving North Greenwood neighborhood
A once economically-thriving North Clearwater community could be on the brink of a comeback, as local leaders launch a business incubator designed to create opportunity and support entrepreneurs.
Veritage Issues Research Report on The Missing Link in Family Business Transitions
Veritage report shows emotional disconnection in wealthy business families, urging dialogue and governance to protect relationships and transitions Photo Courtesy of Veritage HAMILTON, Bermuda, Feb. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Veritage International has released a new research report that examines key hidden risks facing business families around the world. Missing Link in Family Business Transitions: How Emotional Disconnection Threatens Family Legacy report identifies a major disconnect betwee
Meet the high-profile Emirati business leader lawmakers are linking to Epstein ‘torture’ email
U.S. officials have identified DP World's Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem as the recipient of a 2009 email from Jeffrey Epstein regarding a supposed "torture video."
Voter ID is an ‘existential political issue’: Rep Brandon Gill
DEK: Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, explains why he thinks the SAVE America Act is ‘common sense’ legislation on ‘The Bottom Line.’
Microsoft warns that poisoned AI buttons and links may betray your trust
: Businesses are embedding prompts that produce content they want you to read, not the stuff AI makes if left to its own devices
Barron Trump linked to beverage company based near Mar-a-Lago
Barron Trump is listed in public records as a partner in a new yerba mate beverage startup called SOLLOS, raising $1 million through private placement.
Microsoft says hackers are exploiting critical zero-day bugs to target Windows and Office users
Critical security flaws targeting Windows and Office users allow hackers to take complete control of a victim's computer by clicking a malicious link or opening a file. Patch now.
Help shape local health efforts: Share your voice on nicotine, vaping, and tobacco use
Your Douglas County Health Department wants to better understand what you know, think, and experience when it comes to nicotine, vaping, and tobacco. Whether you’ve used these products, been impacted…
Gemini Deep Think: Redefining the Future of Scientific Research
Gemini Deep Think is accelerating discovery in maths, physics, and computer science by acting as a powerful scientific companion for researchers.
'Pokémon Pokopia': Oh God, they made 'Minecraft' for Pokémon
Why didn't anyone think of this sooner?
China has planted so many trees around the Taklamakan Desert that it's turned this 'biological void' into a carbon sink
Huge-scale ecological engineering around the edges of one of the world's largest and driest deserts has turned it into a carbon sink that absorbs more CO2 than it emits, research suggests.
The Art of the Steal
How election officials are thinking about Trump’s threat to the midterms.
It's business as usual as UConn freshman Braylon Mullins prepares to return home to Indiana
UConn freshman guard Braylon Mullins, the reigning Indiana Mr. Basketball, is trying not to overthink things as he prepares to play in his home state for the first time with the Huskies. The focus for...
Thai coffee chains cut default sugar content in coffee and tea drinks in a new health push
The Thai government is urging coffee chains to cut sugar in drinks by half to combat health issues.
Thai coffee chains cut default sugar content in coffee and tea drinks in a new health push
The Thai government is urging coffee chains to cut sugar in drinks by half to combat health issues. Starting Wednesday, nine major chains will reduce sugar in some beverages.
From gifting a hat to tossing them onto the rink, a history of hat tricks in sports
Hat tricks have a rich history in hockey, but it didn't start there. For NPR's Word of the Week, we trace the term's some 150-year-history and why it's particularly special on the hockey rink.
The latest Brother Martin-Jesuit game has the winner thinking, ‘We can get to Lake Charles’
Brother Martin has experienced its share of close losses in district games this season.
The Daily’s 2026 Spring Sports Spotlight: A roundup of Northwestern’s season storylines
This time of year can be special for Northwestern. Just last season, then-junior Dianna Lee was fist-pumping on the 18th green of the North Course at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa and running to her teammates after sinking a National Championship-winning putt against No. 1 Stanford. Around the same time, lacrosse was putting...
Scientists Propose Surprising Link Between Space Weather and Earthquakes
A new theoretical study explores how activity high above Earth could subtly influence processes deep within the planet’s crust. Researchers at Kyoto University are advancing a new idea about how space weather might intersect with earthquake physics. Their model asks whether changes in the ionosph
What to watch in the Texas Senate race : The NPR Politics Podcast
Texas Sen. John Cornyn, running for his fifth term, is locked in a competitive Republican primary contest. Meanwhile, some Democrats think they can flip the seat, electing a Democrat to represent Texas in the Senate for the first time since 1988. We discuss what to watch in the heated primaries as voters begin casting their ballots next week.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and Houston Public Media senior reporter Andrew Schneider.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
‘Consistency and balance’: Nutrition, food science students share why nutrition is key to mental health
When people think of nutrition, their first thought may not always be its relationship with emotional well-being. Mental health is often left out of the food equation because it is not as visible or easily measured as physical health, according to the Food Science Club’s president, Emma Whitney, a senior majoring in food science. “Nutrition...
Sony confirms new WH-1000XM6 release in official teaser
Sony has confirmed that it will be releasing a new version of the WH-1000XM6. Coinciding with the arrival of the WF-1000XM6, the new WH-1000XM6 release will mirror an equivalent refresh of the older WH-1000XM5, too.
Windows 11 KB5077181 25H2 out with new features, direct download links for offline installers (.msu)
Windows 11 KB5077181 is now rolling out on version 25H2 with a new Cross Device Resume feature, Smart App Control changes, and more.
Move 2.0 adds Audio Tracks with clip warping, live processing; more - CDM Create Digital Music
If you’ve got an Ableton Move, you can take advantage of its public beta today, too, just by connecting Move to your computer. And this is a huge release: in addition to other new functionality, Audio Tracks support warping clips and live-processing audio. This has the power to turn Move into a serious pint-sized powerhouse, […]
UK public health system posts job ad for nurse focused on 'close-relative marriage'
UK health agency advertises nursing role for families in cousin marriages linked to higher genetic risks for children in controversial health program.
One Big Beautiful Bill Delivers More Than Payments, It May Force Farmers to Rethink Farm Business Structures
The One Big Beautiful Bill brings higher farm payments and better crop insurance, but Paul Neiffer says its most overlooked impact could be how farmers structure their operations.
Are Leeds safe?
BBC Radio Leeds' Adam Pope thinks a tally in the "late 30s" will be enough for Premier League survival. Leeds sit on 29 points in 16th place, with West Ham in the relegation places in 18th on 23 points. "I still think something in the late 30s will do it," Pope told BBC Radio Leeds' Don't Go To Bed Just Yet podcast.
Telehealth Nurse honored for lifesaving bond with Veteran | VA Central Alabama health care
For most patients, a telehealth nurse is a reassuring voice on the phone or a face on a screen, a distant guide navigating the complexities of health care. For Veteran Jacqueline, however, that voice became a lifeline that transcended the digital divide and pulled her back from the brink of death.
Last Call for 2.9.26 – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida
A digest of the day's politics and policy while the bartender refreshes your drink.
AMC Entertainment (AMC) Stock Sinks As Market Gains: What You Should Know
AMC Entertainment (AMC) closed the most recent trading day at $1.34, moving 9.45% from the previous trading session.
Soybeans Correct with Corn and Wheat Awaiting WASDE, More China Business
Risk off in the outside markets also played a role in the selling pressure according to Lane Akre, economist with Pro Farmer. However, he doesn't think all the China demand is priced into the soybean market.
Cipher Mining Announces Date of Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Business Update Conference Call
NEW YORK, Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cipher Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: CIFR) (“Cipher” or the “Company”) today announced it will provide a bu...
Denise Richards Signs With Innovative Artists Entertainment
Denise Richards has inked with Innovative for representation. She continues to be repped by Vault Entertainment, Goodman, Genow, and Jill Fritzo PR.
Afraid of getting older? A study links health worries to faster epigenetic aging
Having anxiety about aging—particularly fears about declining health—may manifest on a cellular level and contribute to accelerated aging among women, according to a study by researchers at NYU School ...
Senate candidate Michele Morrow says NC is done electing ‘party power players’
Senate candidate Michele Morrow wants to see former Gov. Roy Cooper retire and thinks she’s the Republican to make that happen.
How bad is junk food for your heart? A new Florida study has an answer.
Florida Atlantic University research links ultra-processed foods to heart issues and says reducing consumption is an urgent public health priority.
Minky Couture’s Viral Blanket Moment Is Turning Into Serious Business Growth
A Mission-Driven Model Is Winning Over Gen Z
Team Science Showcase: The People and Partnerships Moving Microplastics Research Forward
Public concern about microplastics and health has grown sharply over the past several years. Questions like “Are plastic cutting boards safe?” and “Should I drink out of plastic water bottles?” are prevalent, but...
Science and religion are not ‘polar opposites,’ Ecklund argues on Nature’s podcast
Rice sociologist Elaine Howard Ecklund joined Nature’s career podcast “Working Scientist” to share her research on religion among scientists and discuss her book “Secularity and Science: What Scientists Around the World Really Think About Religion.”
Can this team actually win the AL Central?
I truly think they can, but they’ll need a lot to break their way.
Trump has a plan to steal the midterms. It will probably fail.
The nightmare scenario for American democracy is no longer unthinkable.
Ancient Chinese medicine may hold the key to hair regrowth
A centuries-old Chinese medicinal root is getting new scientific attention as a potential game-changer for common hair loss. Polygonum multiflorum, long believed to restore dark, healthy hair, appears to work on multiple fronts at once—blocking hair-shrinking hormones, protecting follicles from damage, activating natural regrowth signals, and boosting blood flow to the scalp.
Making science more visible
As he enters a laboratory with saltwater pools full of fish, Luka Žuvić explains how climate change is affecting the feeding ecology and reproductive biology of Atlantic bluefin tuna, and how the species is adapting.It is a topic that may seem remote to many people. But in a country where fishing and aquaculture are important to the economy and national identity, Žuvić’s research is at the intersection of science and society. “In Croatia, marine and environmental science are closely connected to people’s lives because fisheries, aquaculture, tourism and coastal development are a big part of our lives,” explains Žuvić, a doctoral student working at the Croatian Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries in the Adriatic coastal city of Split. He also serves as one of Croatia’s ambassadors to Science Comes to Town (SCTT), a European Commission-funded project that aims to make scientific research more accessible, while inspiring young people to study the sciences. The project kicked off in Spilt on 20 January with a conference attended by partner institutions, community representatives, policymakers and scientists. Along with Split, Brest (in France) and Kiel (in Germany) will host a year of activities connecting scientists with the public.Žuvić, 31, is part of the Young Researchers' Career Development Project, a doctoral programme funded by the Croatian Science Foundation. His research on Atlantic bluefin tuna builds on a foundation-backed project focusing on the reproductive potential of farmed tuna, including their sexual maturation and spontaneous spawning in captivity, which has implications for the restoration of the Adriatic Sea's natural tuna populations. He also studies the tuna's feeding ecology through stomach-content analysis, using DNA metabarcoding and morphological approaches, and employs geometric morphometrics to improve the identification of juvenile tuna and related species. The research aims to enhance understanding of the tuna farming ecology, improve fish farm management and contribute to sustainable aquaculture and fisheries research.Engaging with local communitiesConnecting with the community is crucial for Žuvić’s research. Conversations with fishermen help him better understand the bluefin tuna's habits and how marine pollution affects the fish. “They are also curious about the biology and ecology of bluefin tuna,” he says of local fishermen, adding that sharing research with non-scientists benefits everyone. “Sometimes scientific research is invisible,” he explains. “That's why we as researchers need to go out from our institutions and labs to the public so that we can show them what we are working on. This helps create more trust in the scientists and their research.”Engaging the public also raises awareness about the anthropogenic changes to the marine environment resulting from human activities and pollution. Žuvić helps remove plastic and other rubbish from the Adriatic Sea that pose a direct threat to marine species. Predators, such as bluefin tuna, are especially vulnerable to ingesting waste churned up by fishing trawlers. “They are very opportunistic fish that follow trawlers and ingest everything,” he notes. To illustrate the impact, he has shown students the contents of bluefin tuna stomachs. “Finding a plastic bottle cap in the stomach of a bluefin tuna is concerning,” he says. "Science can be a powerful way to turn curiosity into practical solutions,” Žuvić adds, and sharing research outcomes “helps increase public awareness and improve understanding of human impacts on the marine environment.”The research also has implications for Croatia's economy. The Atlantic bluefin tuna’s rich, flavourful meat is highly valued for sushi and other raw fish dishes. However, overfishing nearly brought its population to collapse by the early 2000s. Although the species has made a comeback in the Atlantic and Mediterranean regions, catches continue to be managed through agreements with the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas. Croatia was a pioneer in developing commercial aquaculture as an alternative to open-sea fishing and accounts for about 10% of the EU’s farmed production of the bluefin tuna, with Japan being a key export market.A history of European collaborationCroatia has participated in Europe’s framework programmes for research and innovation since 2007, six years before officially joining the EU. Žuvić believes that EU funding and collaboration with other European researchers is vital for Croatian science. As part of the SCTT opening conference, the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries, the University of Split and other local institutions were part of a science fair to showcase research on topics, such as robotics and an EU LIFE project on the protection of sharks and rays in the Mediterranean. “I hope that Science Comes to Town will help increase scientific literacy and curiosity among citizens, particularly students, and show that science is not something that is distant or abstract, but something that directly affects everyday life,” Žuvić concludes. “Ultimately, I hope that projects like it contribute to building a society that values knowledge and critical thinking, and that we can think about long-term sustainability using knowledge from science.”Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.
Doulas County Health Department warns businesses of shutdown for unrenewed permits
The Douglas County Health Department is warning restaurants of closure for locations that have not renewed their food and drink operating permits.