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Alabama House committee approves bill to allow public health agency to inspect jails and prisons
Many groups say the kitchens and food service areas need to be inspected to help prevent illnesses from spreading.
Analyst assesses Iran politics as US launches attacks
Terrorism expert Hans-Jakob Schindler describes Iran's leadership as a "multipolar system" that will be hard to break through.
Something very strange is happening under Greenland’s ice | BBC Science Focus Magazine
The phenomenon was described by a professor as similar to "a pot of boiling pasta" – and it's happening to solid ice.
What the science says about social media addiction in minors
About 95% of teens and almost 40% of children ages 8 to 12 use social media, the director of Johns Hopkins' Center for Adolescent Health said
What the science says about social media addiction in minors
About 95% of teens and almost 40% of children ages 8 to 12 use social media, the director of Johns Hopkins' Center for Adolescent Health said
Sewage, roaches, unwashed hands: Jefferson County’s worst February 2026 restaurant health scores
These 17 food establishments scored 84 or below, with violations including roaches, sewage, expired food and unwashed hands.
Taijuan Walker Full Game Log
View Taijuan Walker's full Game Log from the null MLB season
Tiny Fish Stun Scientists With Mammal-Like Intelligence
Cleaner wrasse fish may be far more cognitively sophisticated than previously thought.
Boykoff: Dear National Science Foundation
Plans to shutter NCAR are misguided. Through this call to destruction, we effectively squander opportunities here in the U.S. for security, prosperity and positive change. Execution of this action …
Men’s Basketball takes care of business with a Senior Day win over Gardner-Webb - University of South Carolina
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Taking the court for the regular season finale, hosting Senior Day against Gardner-Webb, Upstate Men's Basketball outdueled the Runnin' B...
The first animals on Earth had no skeletons and that changes everything
Sponges may be ancient, but their timeline has been murky. New research suggests the earliest sponges were soft and skeleton-free, explaining why their fossils don’t appear until much later. By analyzing hundreds of genes and modeling how skeletons evolved, scientists found that mineralized spicules arose separately in different sponge lineages. The discovery rewrites the story of how the first reef-building animals—and possibly the first animals of all—emerged.
This N.J. school may lose sports forever, residents desperately fighting back. ‘This is gonna crush us.’
Faced with budget cuts, a tight-knit town is making a final push to save its sports legacy.
Schools, most businesses to stay shuttered Sunday amid Israel-US assault on Iran
Health system suspends all non-essential services, while courts cancel all but urgent proceedings; banks, supermarkets remain open as economy minister urges public to avoid panic buying
Textbooks challenged by new discovery about how cells divide
Scientists have uncovered a surprising new way that giant embryonic cells divide—without relying on the classic “purse-string” ring long thought essential for splitting a cell in two. Studying zebrafish embryos, researchers found that instead of forming a fully closed contractile ring, cells use a clever “mechanical ratchet” system.
A major climate hope in Antarctica just melted away
A popular climate theory suggested that melting Antarctic glaciers would release iron into the ocean, sparking algae blooms that pull carbon dioxide from the air. New field data from West Antarctica reveal that meltwater provides far less iron than scientists once believed. Instead, most of the iron comes from deep ocean water and sediments, not from the melting ice itself. The discovery raises new questions about how Antarctica influences climate change.
How the body really ages: 7 million cells mapped across 21 organs
Scientists have built a massive cellular atlas showing how aging reshapes the body across 21 organs. Studying nearly 7 million cells, they found that aging starts earlier than expected and unfolds in a coordinated way throughout the body. About a quarter of cell types change in number over time, and many of these shifts differ between males and females. The research also highlights shared genetic “hotspots” that could become targets for anti-aging therapies.
What Happens to Your Blood Pressure and Cholesterol When You Eat Eggs Every Day
Eggs are high in cholesterol, and some studies raise concerns about them for people with high blood pressure. But research shows most people can eat them as part of a heart-healthy diet.
Science news this week: 'Spiderwebs' on Mars, tigers' return to Kazakhstan, and 2,000-year-old skull with permanently blackened teeth
Feb. 28, 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.
Letters: Cori Close and UCLA women delivering excellence
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on UCLA and USC basketball teams as well as the Lakers, Dodgers and Angels.
Colorado Politics Calendar Mar. 2-9
CoPo’s weekly political calendar will help you find political and public-policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
Teeth are the key for biologists to understand the health of Vermont’s deer population
Hidden inside the microscopic structure of the roots of a deer’s front incisors is a record of that deer's life.
Annual Community Day introduces young people to science and engineering
To kick off National Engineers Week, the Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science invited hundreds of elementary, middle and high school students...
How a family fought Title IX inequity in wrestling, and created change
The Gillers' story highlights cases – in their state and elsewhere in the USA – where parents see schools violating protections. Here's their advice.
Forever Chemicals May Not Be So “Forever” After All, Scientists Say - Futura-Sciences
Known as PFAS – per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – these synthetic molecules have been used since the 1940s for their water-resistant and greaseproof properties. They can be found in clothing, upholstered furniture, nonstick pans, food packaging, and even firefighting foams. The problem? Their carbon-fluorine bond is so stable that it...
Country music stars’ recent flight nightmares: Close calls and a tragic crash
Some of country music's biggest stars have had big-time scares in the air of late.
Jeremiyah Love trolls Cowboys, mentions Steelers ties at NFL combine
Jeremiyah Love, one of the top prospects at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, touched on his family's Steelers fandom while taking a shot at the Cowboys.
Schoolcraft women's basketball achieves perfection with 28-0 regular season
Schoolcraft College women's basketball team made history with a perfect 28-0 regular season; now the Ocelots are aiming for a national title.
Schoolcraft women's basketball achieves perfection with 28-0 regular season
Schoolcraft College women's basketball team made history with a perfect 28-0 regular season; now the Ocelots are aiming for a national title.
The Deeper Politics of the Washington Square Snowball Fight
There is definitely tension between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his police department. Will it break out into the open?
T rex breath and Queen Elizabeth’s car: scientists creating ‘time machine for the nose’
Researchers are recreating ancient odours for museumgoers as interest in the archaeology of smell grows
Her husband wanted to use ChatGPT to create sustainable housing. Then it took over his life.
Kate Fox says Joe Ceccanti was the ‘most hopeful person’ before he started spending 12 hours a day with a chatbot
Fantasy analyst drops interesting Titans' rumor he heard at combine
Fantasy football analyst Matthew Berry dropped an interesting Tennessee Titans draft rumor he heard at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Pittsburgh Pests: Scurrying inside our homes, cockroaches bring more than a few health risks
This is the latest installment of Pittsburgh Pests, an occasional series examining the insects and other creatures that pose health risks in our region. They...
Flutter Entertainment Q4 Earnings Call Highlights
Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) reported a strong fourth quarter to close out what CEO Peter Jackson described as a “transformative” 2025, while management also acknowledged softer-than-expected U.S. handle trends tied to unusually high NFL betting margins and the company’s promotional timing. Fo
Premier pleads for end to ‘language of division’ in politics after WA police foil alleged mass terror attack
Roger Cook condemned ‘dog whistling under the guise of immigration policy’ after police lay charges against alleged member of white supremacist group
Labour anxiety and accusations after big shift in Muslim vote to Greens
PM criticises ‘sectarian politics’ in byelection but party may fear Greens’ nascent leftwing political machine
Avalanche’s dream, nightmare scenario for 2026 NHL Trade Deadline
With the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline less than a week away, here are the dream and nightmare scenarios for the Colorado Avalanche.
A political killing risks tearing the French left apart – and the far right is taking full advantage
The fallout from the violent death of Quentin Deranque exposes Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s flaws – and leaves the wider left facing an impossible dilemma, says UCL professor of European politics, Philippe Marlière
Supreme Court tariff ruling: a welter of new uncertainties
The decision is a vindication for the rule of law, but Donald Trump will not take the verdict lying down
"Metropolis": the future on film
"Metropolis" (1927) shaped modern sci fi: futuristic cities, AI fears, class struggle. We explore the film’s influence and why it still shapes visions of the future today.
‘Trump’s not enough. And he knows he’s not enough’: California governor Gavin Newsom on populism, ‘purity tests’ and whether he’ll run for the presidency
He’s the Democratic politician with movie-star looks and a picture-perfect family, dogged by accusations of being a smooth‑talking elitist. Can he really unite the American left and win the most powerful office in the world?
Six great reads: Gisèle Pelicot, Olympic politics and European dating tips
Need something brilliant to read this weekend? Here are six of our favourite pieces from the last seven days
From The Testament of Ann Lee to Gorillaz: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Amanda Seyfried is Shaker all over in a wild period drama, while Damon Albarn and his cartoon cohort return with a polyglot offering
Your morning coffee could one day help fight cancer
Scientists at Texas A&M are turning an everyday pick-me-up into a high-tech medical switch. By combining caffeine with CRISPR gene editing, researchers have created a system that allows cells to be programmed in advance — and then activated simply by consuming a small dose of caffeine from coffee, chocolate, or soda. The approach, known as chemogenetics, lets scientists precisely turn gene-editing activity on and off inside targeted cells, including powerful immune T cells that can fight cancer.
Appleton area high school sports results for Friday, Feb. 27
High school girls basketball teams were in action in regional semifinal contests, plus boys hockey sectional finals.
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Feb. 28, 2026, puzzle No. 523
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
‘I could see myself stepping into that void’: Gavin Newsom on fighting Trump and running in 2028
This week, Jonathan Freedland speaks to the California governor, Gavin Newsom, about why he thinks the Democratics lost so decisively to Donald Trump in 2024, why the party need to be less judgmental, and whether he intends to run for president in 2028
Yankees news: Volpe gets wisdom from an iconic Yankee shortstop
Volpe sits down for a long chat with Bucky Dent; Grichuk set to workout after physical; Schlittler set for Opening Day still; Aaron Judge’s insane consistency.
49ers' 'ideal draft haul' revealed by PFF
The 49ers need help at receiver, edge rusher and offensive line in the 2026 draft.
Bland scores 14, Saint Peter's knocks off Manhattan 75-65
JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) Brent Bland and Bryce Eaton each scored 14 points as Saint Peter's beat Manhattan 75-65 on Friday night.
Sparks' 19 help Fairfield knock off Siena 72-58
FAIRFIELD, Conn. (AP) Braden Sparks scored 19 points as Fairfield beat Siena 72-58 on Friday night.
Heli-Skiing in California Seemed Like a Pipe Dream. Then These Two Guys Showed Up.
Two ski industry mavericks believe they’ve discovered the secret of operating a heli-skiing business in the Golden State, where red tape, finicky snowfall, and plenty of danger have torpedoed past operations
CBS News Producer Exits Citing Pressure to Aim Political Reporting
Mary Walsh joined the news network in September 1982, with her departure arriving a day after Netflix backed out of the bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery, that was ultimately won by Paramount.
No. 1 St. John Bosco baseball begins season with shutout
Julian Garcia makes impressive return with four shutout innings for St. John Bosco in an 8-0 win over La Serna.
LCA scoreboard, horn malfunction pauses Pistons/Cavs game
A malfunction at Little Caesars Arena caused the buzzer to go off midway through the 3rd quarter of the Pistons' game against the Cavaliers on Friday.
Scientists Uncover the Secret Structure Behind “Nature’s Proton Highway”
By freezing a crucial phosphoric acid complex to near absolute zero, scientists uncovered a single, unexpectedly stable structure at the heart of proton transport.
Mamdani answers questions about Trump meeting
Mamdani called the conversation "productive."
The 2026 NFL salary cap has been finalized
The salary cap has gone up another 22 million leaving the Bengals with plenty of cap room to sign defensive free agents.
Waking Up at 5am Could Make You More Productive, But There's a Catch
Here's what sleep science has to say.
District 4 rematch: The candidates and their priorities
District four congressional race is guaranteed to be won by a democrat
Ontario Science Centre’s new home is smaller, worse and probably pricier
None of the Ford government’s main claims about this new facility at Ontario Place appear to be true
500 students show off work at the Riverside County Science and Engineering Fair
From a Conversation to an Economic Boom
In the Fall of 2018 Greenville native and writer, Julia Reed, called me from New Orleans. She had run into the producers of the hit Netflix food and travel show “Somebody Feed Phil”. They were interested in shooting an episode in the Delta and she was helping them location scout. In 2019 they did come […]
Ulster County starts foreclosure proceedings on 2 iPark 87 West parcels
The Ulster County Economic Development Alliance (UCEDA) board voted Friday to start foreclosure proceedings, county Executive Jen Metzger said.
Harnessing data science for health discovery and innovation in Africa (DS-I Africa)
Communications Medicine - Xiong et al. discuss the Data Science for Health Discovery and Innovation in Africa, a US-Africa partnership aiming to transform health via innovative data science....
Harnessing data science for health discovery and innovation in Africa (DS-I Africa)
Communications Medicine - Xiong et al. discuss the Data Science for Health Discovery and Innovation in Africa, a US-Africa partnership aiming to transform health via innovative data science....
Dimiterscu Wine, Tofu, and 26 More Brilliant Little Resident Evil Requiem Details
From historic Easter eggs to amazing gameplay ideas, here are 28 brilliant little details in Resident Evil Requiem.
Scientists discover microbe that breaks a fundamental rule of the genetic code
Scientists at UC Berkeley have discovered a microbe that bends one of biology’s most sacred rules. Instead of treating a specific three-letter DNA code as a clear “stop” signal, this methane-producing archaeon sometimes reads it as a green light—adding an unusual amino acid and continuing to build the protein. The result is a kind of genetic coin flip: two different proteins can emerge from the same code, influenced partly by environmental conditions.
Business Alliance reflects on year of growth, honors community leaders
The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance held its annual meeting Thursday morning, highlighting a year of economic growth and regional progress.
New York businesswoman sentenced to nine years for $30m political finance scheme
Sherry Xue Li ripped off millions from foreign investors and funnelled some stolen money into US political campaigns
Morehouse to play key role in $457M National Science Foundation project
Read Morehouse to play key role in $457M National Science Foundation project by Adrianne Murchison for SaportaReport here.
Caregiver tax credit, athlete exemption from PE: CT politics news
Plus: Proposals for a bigger Correction Ombuds office, a life jacket requirement for children and more Office of the Child Advocate staff.
Columbia University community reacts to release of student detained by ICE
According to university protocol, ICE agents must have a judicial warrant or subpoena to access nonpublic areas.
RFK Jr. visits Austin ISD to learn about healthy school meals as parents protest
The health and human services secretary visited Cunningham Elementary on Friday, less than two months after his department introduced new dietary guidelines that impact school meals across the country.
Common nighttime noise exposure may trigger heart problems, study suggests
European study of 272,000 adults finds nighttime traffic noise above 50 dB linked to higher cholesterol and increased heart disease risk. Researcher Yiyan He discusses.
Democrats push for vote on Massie's Iran resolution
House Democratic leaders say they plan to force a full vote next week on a bipartisan resolution cosponsored by Rep. Thomas Massie.
Inside Iowa Politics: What’s the reason behind new way to handle budget standoff
Iowa Republican legislators are discussing a change when a budget standoff stretches into a new budget year.
Inside Iowa Politics: What’s the reason behind new way to handle budget standoff
Iowa Republican legislators are discussing a change when a budget standoff stretches into a new budget year.
Capitol Recap: Lawmakers grapple with private equity in Vermont’s health care system
Private equity has established a much more significant footprint in Vermont's health care landscape than was previously widely known. That’s injected new urgency into the regulatory conversation in Montpelier — but also complicated it.
Online sports betting could be lucrative for Alaska if new legislation gets the taxes right
If legalization is a step Alaska decides to take, the right tax mix could result in notable fiscal advantages for the state.
CNY rally asks for budget increase for disability caretakers
More than 400 people attended a rally at the East Syracuse Doubletree to show their support for disability caretakers in the state.
Meet the MBA Class of 2027: Alek Woltjer, Harvard Business School
Meet the Harvard Business School MBA Class of 2027 through in-depth profiles on their experiences and aspirations
U.S. energy policy and what it could mean for your electric bill
Increasing demand is driving up electricity costs. Where is that extra energy going to come from?
March 2026
March’s issue focused on healthcare, with our list of the state’s top hospitals based on analysis of reports from both public and private agencies. We also featured a Q&A with Dr. Hershey Bell, founding dean of Methodist University School of Medicine, which welcomes its first cohort in July. Another feature was on a Triad nonprofit’s […]
Tre Carroll aims high as Xavier hosts Georgetown
Tre Carroll continues his drive for a conference scoring crown, as well as some school history Saturday, when Xavier hosts Georgetown in a Big East rematch in Cincinnati.
Glyphosate is driving a rift in MAHA. Here’s what the science says about its effects on health
The Trump administration wants to boost manufacturing of glyphosate, the world’s most common weed killer. Here’s what that could mean for health
Glyphosate is driving a rift in MAHA. Here’s what the science says about its effects on health
The Trump administration wants to boost manufacturing of glyphosate, the world’s most common weed killer. Here’s what that could mean for health
February 27, 2026
A new simulation shows large amounts of hydrogen in our planet’s core. Scientists report on what they found in 290-million-year-old vomit. Plus, a comedic play and a 20-year neurology study explore what we can do to prevent dementia and cognitive decline. And, a federal law aims to close the legal loophole that lets stores sell THC products from hemp.
Secretary of the Army Award for Small Business Utilization: Ms. Tracy Lawton, California National Guard, Honored for Driving Mission Impact
The Secretary of the Army Award for Small Business Utilization for Fiscal Year 2024 was awarded to Mrs. Tracv Lawton of the California National Guard. D...
Check out the LHSAA girls basketball state semifinals schedule
All games Monday through Thursday.
Report: Mike Johnson tells GOP donors that Neal Dunn may be terminally ill
The Panama City Republican has said he intends to serve out his term.
Buffalo Bills 2026 NFL Scouting Combine prospect meeting tracker
Who did the Bills conduct interviews with at Lucas Oil Stadium?
Octavia Spencer returns as executive producer for 'Lost Women of Alaska'
“The Lost Women of Alaska” is now airing on ID. “Feds” will air weekly starting March 4 on ID.
The PS5 Pro is getting upgraded upscaling tech in March
The PS5 Pro will be updated with a new version of its PSSR upscaling tech based on AMD FSR 4.
Microsoft testing Windows 11 batch file security improvements
Microsoft is rolling out new Windows 11 Insider Preview builds that improve security and performance during batch file or CMD script execution.
David Ellison Used Political Ties, Deep Pockets to Buy Warner Bros.
After the board of Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. concluded a meeting Thursday afternoon, Chief Executive Officer David Zaslav called David Ellison and Ted Sarandos to let them know the results. The board had deemed Ellison and Paramount Skydance Corp.’s latest bid superior to that of Netflix Inc. and Sarandos.
Departing CBS News producer claims political bias as Paramount poised to buy Warner Bros
Mary Walsh, leaving after 46 years, says staffers told to ‘aim our reporting at a particular part of the political spectrum’