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Lead with Love: The science of gratitude and why our moms rock
Two cool things coincided this week that I am grateful to share about. One, I just returned from a week-long retreat I hosted for some of my closest friends and our moms in Costa Rica....
Prep talk: Dylan McCord of Thousand Oaks is three-point shooting whiz
The Lancers' 6-foot-1 senior made a school-record 113 threes this season, including a record 10 in one game.
Why Dr. Oz wants you to retire later
Mehmet Oz says Americans should get healthier so they can work an extra year and boost the economy. That’s hard for the poor and less educated, who tend to retire earlier.
Killers without a cause: The rise in nihilistic violent extremism
Amid a burst of high-profile targeted violence, authorities have identified a new source of terror.
Science & Medicine: Early screening to prevent congenital heart disease
Congenital heart disease can often be detected at the mid-pregnancy ultrasound, which dramatically improves outcomes. But too many people don’t get adequate prenatal care.
Super Bowl LX pick: Seahawks will prevail over the Patriots
Sam Farmer makes his pick and prediction for Super Bowl LX, picking the Seattle Seahawks to prevail against the New England Patriots.
Trump, California and the multi-front war over the next election
Local elections administrators across California say they have been preparing for once unthinkable threats to the midterms, from their own federal government.
Hundreds of Missouri inmates need court-ordered mental health services. The waitlist is growing
Missouri Mental Health Director Valerie Huhn told state lawmakers that the department and courts need options to get defendants treatment in their communities.
Will the World Cup in Kansas City bring business 'spillover' to nearby cities? Columbia plans on it
Although Kansas City's six World Cup matches will be hosted at Arrowhead Stadium, local leaders believe Columbia, Missouri, will also benefit as visitors travel before and after games — as long as businesses are prepared.
Holiday ornaments led Jody Pritzl to the people, politics of postage
In "The December Dilemma," she explores how power and influence play out in the seemingly straightforward creation of Christmas stamps.
INTEGRIS Health could be 'out-of-network' for some Oklahomans starting March 9
If negotiations with United Healthcare fall through, Oklahomans using UnitedHealthcare would lose access to INTEGRIS Health doctors, clinics and hospitals.
Can apes play pretend? Scientists use an imaginary tea party to find out
A new experiment hints that an ape may be able to play pretend like humans do.
WVU women handle business in 87-68 win over Arizona
West Virginia took care of business Saturday, the way a top 20 team should against a struggling foe without its best player in the lineup. That the 20th-ranked Mountaineers ran away from Arizona, 87-68, inside the Hope Coliseum wasn’t exactly what caught the eye of Arizona head coach Becky Burke. It was how the Mountaineers […]
Driver injured after crashing car into Seminole County business
The crash happened at the intersection of South U.S. Highway 1792 and Plumosa Avenue in Seminole County
Commentary: Wild week in the race for mayor sets up a referendum on L.A.'s political transformation
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass won't have big-name opposition, but has she earned a second term?
Republicans rarely criticize Trump in his second term. A racist post briefly changed that
President Donald Trump is facing rare criticism from his Republican Party over a racist video
Congressional Black Caucus chair says Trump's post on the Obamas shows a 'bigoted and racist regime'
The chair of the Congressional Black Caucus says the Trump administration has a chance to change after President Donald Trump posted a racist video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as primates in the jungle
Giannis Antetokounmpo's stake in Kashi opens new door to potential sports corruption
It may be time for Big Shield 2.
Is downtown Rochester prepped for a business comeback?
Business owners have pointed to parking as one of the main issues facing downtown. One company pays around $50,000 a year in employee and client parking.
Lucky Strike Entertainment Stock Pre-Market (+5.3%): Bouncing After Post-Earnings Plunge
LUCK is gaining +5.3% pre-market, a sharp reversal from yesterday's -13.5% drop following its Q2 earnings miss. While the print was weak, management outlined a new strategic plan.
Opinion | Lincoln as you’ve never known him
Matthew Pinsker reveals how the 16th president carefully built a partisan base essential to his rise.
Letters to Sports: Dodgers visiting White House fires up usual debate
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on myriad topics, with a majority not wanting the franchise of Jackie Robinson visiting the White House.
AI’s latest 20-something billionaire got his start at L.A. garage sales
Meet the LA boy who turned a multi-millionaire starting an AI training company
This is Missouri's first Super Bowl with legal sports gambling — even though the Chiefs aren't in it
Missouri's top gambling official expects "an uptick in bets" for the first Super Bowl since the state legalized sports betting. But the state won't likely make much in revenue from the bets.
High school basketball: Boys' and girls' scores from Friday
CIF City and Southern Section boys' and girls' basketball results from Friday.
Lucky Strike Entertainment Stock Pre-Market (+5.3%): Bouncing After Post-Earnings Plunge
What Happened With LUCK Stock? Playbook On Market Open. A Multi Asset Portfolio Gives You Safer Smarter Growth. More From Trefis.
Former Herald sports editor Kevin Fee dies at 66
Fee was sports editor of the Herald from 1998 to 2009
How fights over ICE funding are playing out on the Hill and in midterm races : The NPR Politics Podcast
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are running out of time to reach an agreement over funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which includes Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection. We discuss the state of negotiations, plus how calls to “abolish ICE” are playing out in congressional races.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and political reporter Elena Moore.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.
Trump's harsh immigration tactics are taking a political hit
President Trump's popularity on one of his political strengths is in jeopardy.
A drop in CDC health alerts leaves doctors 'flying blind'
Doctors and public health officials are concerned about the drop in health alerts from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention since President Trump returned for a second term.
The political cost of America’s surging electricity bills
The cost of energy is on the rise. How is it changing US politics?
S.F. Mayor Lurie takes no position on competing business tax measures
Lurie said competing measures are product of a "broken system" and called for making it harder for measures to be put on the ballot
Amazon's AI bet on Anthropic soars to $61 billion valuation
The cloud giant holds convertible notes in Anthropic. As the AI startup raises more money, this debt converts to equity.
Opinion | The parents and coaches who have ruined youth sports
How to fix youth sports, the jobs market and the tax system, in readers’ eyes.
Commentary: Yes, Trump's video showing the Obamas as apes is racist. But it's also about the election
The video posted by Trump depicting the Obamas as apes is an escalation in the assault that is likely to come on voting rights in the midterm elections.
Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft boost AI spending, stocks react
Big Tech's capital expenditures soar with Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft at the forefront, ushering a new era of AI infrastructure spending.
Bondi dismisses concerns over Gabbard's role in FBI search of Georgia election hub
Attorney General Pam Bondi says she’s not worried about the involvement of Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard in an FBI search of a Georgia election office
Even with a Colorado marketplace insurance plan, health care is still too expensive for many
A new study found that people can get the plans, but getting affordable care isn’t a guarantee
Memory price rises have not impacted the Switch 2 yet, says Nintendo president, but warns about pressure "through the next fiscal year"
A Nintendo investor Q&A released alongside the February financial report features questions on Memory price rises, and the fiscal future of the Switch 2.
A Reprieve for the Markets, but For How Long?
Technology stocks and Bitcoin are showing signs of a rebound after a disastrous week. But investors remain on edge about whether more pain is in store.
Trump's aggressive tactics force a reckoning between local leaders and Washington
Local leaders across the U.S. describe an increasingly hostile relationship with Washington, driven by President Donald Trump’s immigration policies
Opinion | How sports are defying secularization
The Super Bowl shows how football and faith have become intertwined.
Kaiser workers launch war against AI, protesting potential job losses and patient harm
From anxiety about job loss to data privacy, mental health workers, lawmakers and labor unions are trying to mitigate AI's risks as healthcare providers double down on the technology.
Tens of thousands of Californians pay more for health insurance this year after subsidy cuts
Tens of thousands of middle-class Californians now face higher health insurance premiums after Congress let enhanced federal subsidies expire Dec. 31.
Commentary: Hate the team, love their game, the Super Bowl winner will be the New England Patriots
In this matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. I hate one of these franchises with a passion. It doesn’t matter.
Commentary: Your stocks are slumping, but you probably can't blame Trump
Stocks, bonds and cryptocurrencies have all taken a hit in recent trading. Is it politics or economics driving the downdraft?
Dog sled, ski ballet and other sports you could once see at the Winter Olympics
For many decades, Olympic Games included "demonstration sports." Some, like curling, became part of the permanent roster. But others, like skijoring, didn't stick around.
By the numbers: Amazon's rapid Louisiana expansion reaches 13 locations, over 10,000 employees
"It gives you confidence," one broker said, "'Hey look, if Jeff Bezos thinks I should build something right here, then why shouldn't I?"
I left Amazon and became angel investor: made me a better founder
After co-creating Amazon Alexa, William Tunstall-Pedoe became an angel investor. When he started his second business, he drew on the invaluable experience of his mentees.
High school basketball: Boys' and girls' scores from Thursday
CIF City and Southern Section boys' and girls' basketball results from Thursday.
SEC commissioner warns Bediako case threatens college sports ahead of Friday hearing
Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey warned that allowing former professional athletes to return to college competition would threaten the foundation of college sports, as a judge prepares to hear arguments Friday in the NCAA eligibility case involving Alabama basketball player Charles Bediako.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda, Feb. 6-13
Matteo Mancuso, Feb. 6 Italian electric jazz guitarist Matteo Mancuso will perform at 8:45 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, at the Paul JAS Center, 422 E Cooper Ave. Based in his hometown of Sicily, he’s known...
Lawsuit challenges DeSantis' authority to call special session for redistricting
A lawsuit claims Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis lacks the authority to call a special session to redraw congressional maps mid-decade
Amazon's Cloud Business Is Accelerating. Time to Buy the Stock?
Does the stock really deserve the beating it is taking following its earnings report?
Amazon projects $200 billion in capital spending this year
Amazon.com on Thursday joined its Big Tech peers in projecting massive capital expenditures in 2026, the freshest sign yet that tech companies will not be hitting the brakes on their hefty AI investments anytime soon.
Amazon.com Announces Fourth Quarter Results
Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today announced financial results for its fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025. Fourth Quarter 2025 Net sales increased 14%...
Man reportedly armed with gun shot, killed by LAPD near California Science Center
Los Angeles police shot a man after receiving reports of someone with a firearm in the parking lot of the California Science Center in Exposition Park Thursday morning. Fire officials said the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
A Homeland Security shutdown grows more likely as Republicans rebuff Democratic demands for ICE
Senate Majority Leader John Thune says Democrats’ demands for new restrictions on federal immigration officers are “unrealistic.”
A Look Back at Project 2025’s Plans for Science
Where the Trump administration has and has not stuck to the conservative policy blueprint.
January layoffs rose to the highest level for the month since 2009
Major employers including UPS and Amazon announced significant job cuts in January, with transportation and tech sectors leading the nationwide layoffs surge.
Trump to launch TrumpRx.gov, branding his push to lower prescription prices
The president has argued his drug-pricing initiative ‘should win us the midterms.’ Experts say its impact could be positive but limited.
Mike Tirico, set to call his first Super Bowl, is still in awe of Rams-Bears playoff game, miracle TD
“The whole moment just felt really, really vibrant to me,” Tirico said. “That was an all-time great moment. That was a play I will forever cherish being a part of.”
SBA to bar green card holders from applying for small business loans
The Small Business Administration said in a policy note that green card holders won't be allowed to apply for SBA loans, effective March 1.
Welcoming Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital into the Vanderbilt Health family: Photo gallery
Vanderbilt Health staff traveled from around the region for an Employee Welcome Event on Wednesday, Feb. 4, to greet new colleagues at Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital, which officially joined the enterprise Feb. 2.
Public Health Service officers deployed in detention centers suffer 'moral distress'
A special corps of health care workers have been called in to work with detained immigrants and many feel deeply conflicted about the assignment, saying they're not able to provide good care.
Mamdani endorses Hochul for reelection as New York governor
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has endorsed Gov. Kathy Hochul for reelection, offering the moderate governor some progressive heft in her campaign for a second full term
Entertainment this week: Truckee Art Walk, Mardi Gras Masquerade and more
Friday, February 6 Kanekoa – 8-11 p.m., 14 State Route 28. Kanekoa returns to the Crown Room on Friday February 6th 2026. Doors 7PM, Show 8PM $20 ADV/ $25 DOS For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1371198487770284/....
Thousands of Maryland Health Connection customers waiting for insurance coverage
WBAL-TV 11 News Investigates has learned that a few thousand customers who signed up for health insurance through the state health exchange are still waiting for their insurance.
Measles continues to spread in the US, but with some letup
As South Carolina's outbreak grows to 876 confirmed cases, vaccinations in the state surged in January. Cases have also been reported in two ICE detention facilities.
Key tax takeaways for business owners
Grand Forks tax professional breaks down new, extended provisions in One Big Beautiful Bill
The Winter Olympics gets 8 new events, including its first new sport in decades
Ski mountaineering will make its Olympic debut this year, the first winter sport to do so since 2002. Skeleton, luge, ski jumping and moguls are also getting new events.
Volcano Watch — New Hawaii citizen science tool: Is Tephra Falling?
During Kīlauea summit lava fountaining episode 41, residents and visitors shared their observations of tephra falling via email, phone calls, and on social media. A new online tool, “Is Tephra Falling?” will allow people to share their observations in a more systematic way.
Heard on Campus: Public talks focus on ‘origins’
The first lectures in the 32nd annual Ashtekar Frontiers of Science series focused on origins and included talks on the search for potentially habitable planets and the transition of animals from water to land.
The Science of Love, with Geena Davis (Episode 1)
In a culture that often reduces love to romance, we explore the science of love across the lifespan—revealing how our bonds with parents, friends, partners, and communities shape our health, happiness, and survival.
How JoySauce is building an Asian American comedy pipeline from the ground up
JoySauce launches its first ad-supported streaming channel on Amazon Prime dedicated to Asian American voices, premiering comedy series "Jokes with JoySauce" in January.
Newsom walks thin line on immigrant health as he eyes presidential bid
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who is eyeing a presidential bid, has incensed both Democrats and Republicans over immigrant healthcare in his home state, underscoring the delicate political path ahead.
Review | A famous director, a talented cast and a ‘Dracula’ that is endlessly bad
Luc Besson is the latest filmmaker to take on a horror classic and lose his way in the dark.
When patients see the line between life and death, should we believe them?
Researchers have developed a model to explain the science of near-death experiences. Others have challenged it.
When patients see the line between life and death, should we believe them?
Researchers have developed a model to explain the science of near-death experiences. Others have challenged it.
They help police with mental health calls. So why are 'mobile crisis' teams in crisis?
Interactions between police and someone in psychiatric crisis can end in violence. Communities have been sending mental health professionals instead, but paying for that service has been a struggle.
How college sports juiced Olympic development : The Indicator from Planet Money
How did the U.S. become the Olympic powerhouse it is today? Cold War competition. The Soviet Union sponsored their athletes. But America wanted its athletes to pull themselves up by their bootstraps. It birthed an unexpected accelerator of Olympic development: College football. Stay with us now.On today’s show, how college football became an Olympic development engine. And how that engine might not be running as smoothly as it once did.Related episodes: Why the Olympics cost so muchYou can't spell Olympics without IPA huge EU-India deal, Heated Rivalry, and a hefty $200k to OlympiansWhy Host The Olympics?The monetization of college sportsFor sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Fact-checking by Sierra Juarez. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter.
Jesse Jackson Jr. pitches redemption in bid for old House seat years after campaign fraud conviction
Jesse Jackson Jr. has launched a spirited primary bid for his old U.S. House seat
New Jersey Democrats pick from crowded field in special election for Sherrill's US House seat
New Jersey Democratic voters are picking their party’s candidate to fill a U.S. House seat opened up by Mikie Sherrill’s gubernatorial victory
4 living ex-Michigan governors make case for civility in politics
It was a highly unusual gathering of two Democrats and two Republicans whose gubernatorial service dates back to the 1980s.
Norman's billion-dollar entertainment district moves forward after Supreme Court ruling
The Oklahoma Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a billion-dollar entertainment district in Norman.
Alexa+ is Now Free to Amazon Prime Members
Amazon has rolled out its advanced AI-powered assistant, known as Alexa+, to all Prime members in the United States as of February 4, 2026. This marks a significant expansion following an early access phase that began nearly a year earlier and attracted tens of millions of participants. The upgraded assistant is now fully available without […]
The Washington Post Eliminates Its Sports Department
The Post is laying off or reassigning all the reporters and editors in its sports section, days before the Super Bowl and the Winter Olympics in Italy.
Justice Department released 3 million pages of Epstein files. What did we learn? : The NPR Politics Podcast
The Justice Department says it has released all of the relevant documents from its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. We discuss what we have learned from the millions of pages of documents and whether Republicans or Democrats got what they were hoping for from the release.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political reporter Stephen Fowler, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.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.
California leaders decry Trump call to 'nationalize' election, say they're ready to resist
California officials say they are ready to resist should the federal government attempt to assert control over the state’s voting system, as President Trump has suggested it should.
Southland top 20 high school girls' basketball rankings
Ontario Christian and Sierra Canyon remain No. 1 and No. 2 in high school girls' basketball rankings
Prisma Health to implement additional measures in response to measles outbreak
Prisma Health will implement additional measures in its South Carolina hospitals starting Thursday in response to the nation's largest measles outbreak.
Supreme Court, with no dissents, rejects GOP challenge to California's new election map
With newly drawn maps, California may elect five more Democrats to Congress while Texas elects five more Republicans.
Supreme Court allows new California congressional districts that favor Democrats
The Supreme Court has allowed California to use a new voter-approved congressional map that is favorable to Democrats in this year’s elections, rejecting a last-ditch plea from state Republicans and the Trump administration
Award-winning composer Adolphus Hailstork on art, politics, and social change
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 2/4/26, Rochester native Adolphus Hailstork joins us for a conversation on how he has used his music to make political statements.
Seals Are Seemingly Vanishing Off the Dutch Coast. These Scientists Are Trying to Get to the Bottom of the Mysterious Disappearances
Recent counts of the Wadden Sea’s adult harbor seal population have revealed a surprising trend of decline, prompting a consortium of researchers to investigate whether the animals are dying off, relocating or experiencing something else altogether
Alexa+ now available to everyone in the US—and free for Prime members
Alexa+ is the newest Prime benefit, giving members in the U.S. a powerful AI assistant accessible by voice, browser, and the Alexa app for no additional cost—and now anyone can try Alexa+ at Alexa.com.
Alexa+, Amazon's AI assistant, is now available to everyone in the U.S.
Amazon opens Alexa+ to everyone in the U.S. The AI feature is free for Prime members across devices, and free for everyone on mobile and web.
Amazon rolls out Alexa Plus nationwide and launches a new free tier
Alexa Plus is now available to everyone in the US
