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Dismissals: Health trusts taking 'punitive' approach to discipline, union says
A total of 1,834 healthcare workers across the six health trusts in Northern Ireland have been dismissed in the last five years due to breaches of, or actions taken under, attendance management policies.
ISC Rebrands Abacus as ISC Entertainment
LOS ANGELES, February 10, 2026--Integrated Specialty Coverages (ISC) announced today the formal rebrand of Abacus as ISC Entertainment, marking the next phase in the evolution of ISC’s entertainment practice. The rebrand reflects years of investment following ISC’s acquisition of Abacus, and signals strengthened leadership, expanded offerings, and enhanced service and technology capabilities.
NBC Sports Philadelphia fans will soon be able to save money on YouTubeTV
Phillies, Sixers, and Flyers games will be available on YouTube TV's new sports-centric package of channels for subscribers in and around Philadelphia.
Congressional Researchers Analyze Whether Denying Marijuana Business Tax Deductions Under 280E Is Unconstitutional
As a federal marijuana rescheduling decision remains pending, congressional researchers have released an analysis of tax implications for cannabis businesses under current law—including a review of the idea that depriving the industry of the ability to take federal tax deductions amounts to a constitutional violation. In a report published on Friday, the Congressional Research Service […]
Elizabeth Warren and Josh Hawley: A bipartisan Senate duo aims to break up "Big Medicine"
Warren and Hawley don't agree on much, but they've found common ground on health care and affordability.
VCs Give Solace Health $1 Billion Valuation for Patient Advocacy Tech
The demand for help navigating the famously complex US health care system has propelled a startup called Solace Health to a $1 billion valuation — offering health advocacy for people trying to schedule appointments, interpret treatment plans and understand medical bills.
Vibe coding Nothing’s apps is fun, until you try to make them useful
Nothing wants to make an ecosystem of AI-generated apps, but it has a long way to go.
Albany County legislation would limit cooperation with ICE
The county legislature says it introduced two new resolutions. However, lawmakers say this will not prevent agencies from complying with federal immigration laws.
U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II to headline Columbus Air Show
The Columbus Air Show is set for June 19-21 at Rickenbacker International Airport.
City Council to discuss creation of ‘Downtown Entertainment District’
The Jacksonville City Council will take up a few items during its regular meeting on Tuesday that could shape how downtown and other areas look and operate in the coming years. One proposal would allow later alcohol service in a new Downtown Entertainment District, and another would fill seats on a special district board for Five Points.
Trump threatens to prevent opening of bridge connecting Detroit to Canada
The president made the threat on his Truth Social platform Monday. The bridge is scheduled to open early this year.
UConn Business Student is Intern at 2026 Winter Olympics
'That’s the best thing about sports, it unites people'
US court agency pulls climate change from science advisory document
Meant to help judges handle scientific issues, document is now climate-free.
Colostrum Supplement Sales Are Booming, But the Science Is Thin
Celebrity endorsements have driven more than $22 million in US sales, a 3,000% increase from two years earlier.
UM-Flint's online bachelor's in data science ranked No. 5 by TechGuide
TechGuide.org has recognized the University of Michigan-Flint's online bachelor's degree in data science as the No. 5 program of its kind in the nation.
From the Sports Desk: Vonn has 'no regrets'
Team USA’s Evan Bates and Madison Chock secured second place with a score of 89.72 following a rousing rock medley ahead of Wednesday’s free dance.
Watch a Man Get Launched Off a Truck at 50 MPH, for Science
Relax, you're in the loving arms of physics.
Rihanna Makes a Chic Run to the Grocery Store in L.A., Plus Emma Stone, Kate Hudson, Gigi Hadid and More
Rihanna makes a chic run to the grocery store in L.A., Plus Emma Stone, Kate Hudson, Gigi Hadid and more. From Los Angeles to New York City, and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to.
A bonobo’s pretend tea party is rewriting what we know about imagination
A bonobo named Kanzi surprised scientists by successfully playing along in pretend tea party experiments, tracking imaginary juice and grapes as if they were real. He consistently pointed to the correct locations of pretend items, while still choosing real food when given the option. The results suggest that imagination may not be exclusive to humans after all.
Trump administration to cut public health funding for Colorado
The Trump administration will cut $600 million in public health funds for four Democratic-led states, including Colorado.
Innovation District hosts industry-informed life science skills course to support Virginia’s growing workforce needs
Throughout Virginia, the life sciences sector is gaining momentum as major pharmaceutical companies invest billions in new facilities and operations. As a result, employers need to find people who can step into laboratory and manufacturing roles right away. George Mason University's Innovation District is meeting the demand.
Scientists find genes that existed before all life on Earth
Life’s story may stretch further back than scientists once thought. Some genes found in nearly every organism today were already duplicated before all life shared a common ancestor. By tracking these rare genes, researchers can investigate how early cells worked and what features of life emerged first. New computational tools are now helping scientists unlock this hidden chapter of evolution.
Kennesaw State University to launch Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence in Fall 2026
Kennesaw State University (KSU) continues to be a state leader in the rapidly growing field of artificial intelligence, with the addition of a bachelor's degree in AI approved Tuesday by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. KSU becomes the first institution in Georgia to offer both bachelor’s and graduate degrees in artificial intelligence.
When immune cells stop fighting cancer and start helping it
Scientists have uncovered a surprising way tumors turn the immune system to their advantage. Researchers at the University of Geneva found that neutrophils—normally frontline defenders against infection—can be reprogrammed inside tumors to fuel cancer growth instead. Once exposed to the tumor environment, these immune cells begin producing a molecule called CCL3 that actively promotes tumor progression.
Romeo Is A Dead Man slyly parodies multiverse nonsense before playing it too straight
The sci-fi action game Romeo is a Dead Man delivers SUDA51's trademark strangeness before playing things a bit too straight.
Computer science major at UC sees declines for first time in decades
Only one UC escaped the downward trend — and it’s the only campus to have launched an AI major.
Missouri lawmakers scour for savings to shield disability, health programs from cuts
Lawmakers sought ways to minimize proposed cuts to disability and other health programs in a budget hearing on the state's health department
City Council to discuss creation of ‘Downtown Entertainment District’ where alcohol could be served until 3 a.m.
The Jacksonville City Council will take up a few items during its regular meeting on Tuesday that could shape how downtown and other areas look and operate in the coming years.
CVS tops quarterly estimates, reaffirms profit outlook as turnaround plan takes effect
The results signal steady progress in the health-care giant's aggressive turnaround plan under CEO David Joyner, who stepped into the role in late 2024.
UGK Community First partners with VCU Health on food care
Eligible VCU Health patients can now get prescriptions for meals, groceries or cooking classes.
Harvard Business School Club of Wisconsin seeks nonprofits for key program
The deadline is February 28 for the program titled “Strategic Perspectives in Nonprofit Management."
Will Commodity Sports Last?
If you wanted to bet on the Super Bowl this past weekend, you had options. You may have bet with a friend. If you live in a state where it’s legal, you could have gone to a casino or used a casino’s app. Or, starting last year, you could have entered into an event contract […]
Oscar Health Announces Financial Results for Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025
NEW YORK, February 10, 2026--Oscar Health Announces Financial Results for Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025
Democrats reject White House ICE offer as partial shutdown looms
Schumer and Jeffries says White House proposal is ‘incomplete and insufficient’ as prospect of deal recedes
New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins - Live Score
View the New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins game played on February 27, 2026. Box score, stats, play-by-play timeline, highlights, odds & more
Hillsborough Health Care Plan Sees Surge in New Applications
With ACA Subsidies expired, some Hillsborough residents are scrambling to find new, affordable health care
Asheville business owner charged with poisonings had prior fraud allegations
An Asheville business owner was indicted Jan. 28 in the murder of her daughter and in a 2007 cold case. A 2016 lawsuit alleged business fraud.
Traditional food could help reverse Nepal’s ‘diabetes epidemic’, studies suggest
With medication largely unaffordable in the country, experts hope community support and a change in diet could reduce soaring type 2 diabetes rates
‘These are people’s livelihoods’: Minnesota’s economy in crisis amid ICE surge
Local businesses across the Twin Cities are suffering and owners say ‘ Metro Surge’ could be worse than Covid-19
Pride and unease: US Winter Olympians navigate politics, patriotism and Trump attacks
Some athletes at the Milano Cortina Games speaking out on the complications of representing the US abroad are facing hostility from home
From science lab to animal sanctuary?
The Trump administration got one step closer to its goal of reducing federally funded primate testing Monday.
AMA joins effort to launch vaccine science review amid CDC turmoil
The American Medical Association and a partner group are taking on a new role in reviewing vaccine safety and effectiveness as the CDC’s review process faces criticism.
Trailblazing Atmospheric Scientist Was ‘a Titan in the Scientific World’
Harvard University researcher Michael McElroy made groundbreaking contributions to climate science and helped shape global environmental policy.
IRS updates Tax Pro Account with new digital tools for business tax practices
The new tools create a digital foundation for future enhancements aimed at tax professionals.
Riot Games downsizes 2XKO team, about 80 employees affected
Free-to-play fighting title "hasn't reached the level needed to support a team of this size long term," says executive producer
Black Myth: Zhong Kui Gets Six Minutes of In-Engine Footage
Black Myth: Zhong Kui just received six minutes of in-engine footage to celebrate the upcoming Chinese New Year, due on February 17.
Hearthstone Cataclysm Card Reveal - Ultraxion Looks Like A Must-Have For Deathwing Decks
One of Deathwing's trusty lieutenants helps to Herald your Colossal minion and reduces Deathwing's cost in one fell swoop.
New food science center to get $30M | Pine Bluff Commercial News
Federal funding legislation signed into law the week of Feb. 6 included $30 million to support the construction of a new Center of Excellence for Food Science and Innovation in Fayetteville as part of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.
Exynos 2700 To Enter Mass Production In H2 2026, According To Analyst, With Samsung Reducing Its Reliance On Qualcomm By Boosting The SoC’s Adoption In Galaxy S27
An analyst believes that the Exynos 2700 will enter full-scale mass production in the second half of 2026 and will be utilized in increased Galaxy S27 shipments
Remedy revenues continue to rise for 2025, reaching €59.5m
Fourth quarter results spike 46.3% to €17 million following increase in royalties and sales of Alan Wake 2 and Control
Students become lifeline for peers facing suspensions, mental health struggles
Antioch High School is home to one of the state's most extensive peer-to-peer support programs.
The physics of the Winter Olympics : Short Wave
Watching a ski jumper fly through the air might get you wondering, “How do they do that?” The answer is – physics!That’s why this episode, we have two physicists – Amy Pope, a physicist from Clemson University and host Regina G. Barber – break down the science at play across some of the sports at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Because what’s a sport without a little friction, lift and conservation of energy? They also get into the new sport this year, ski mountaineering - or “skimo” as many call it - and the recent scandal involving the men’s ski jump suits. Interested in more science behind Olympic sports? Check out our episodes on how extreme G-forces affect Olympic bobsledders, the physics of figure skating and the science behind Simone Biles' Olympic gold. Also, we’d love to know what science questions have you stumped. Email us your questions at shortwave@npr.org – we may solve it for you on a future episode!Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Global stocks reach record highs; BP annual profits slump 16%
Japan’s Nikkei jumps to new peak in extended rally after Sanae Takaichi’s party secures election victory; London-listed oil giant BP suspends share buyback
Four decades after we wrote Yes Minister, politics is still reduced to the pleasure of power
Our sitcom character Jim Hacker continues to cling on – as he takes to the West End stage, nothing has really changed
Air Cambodia Selects AirFi for Fleetwide Wireless In-flight Entertainment
Air Cambodia partners with AirFi to roll out fleetwide wireless streaming IFE as part of its passenger experience modernization.
Scientists Close In on Breakthrough Vaccine for a Global Health Threat
A new vaccine approach could offer protection against chikungunya by safely mimicking the virus and activating the immune system.
Williams, Wessler guide UNC Wilmington past Charleston 76-64
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) Greedy Williams scored 16 points and Patrick Wessler posted a double-double as UNC Wilmington beat Charleston 76-64 on Monday night.
OM System Launches New TG-7 Kit Made for Microscopes
OM System's new TG-7 camera gets super close to your subject.
Public faith in politics is now in the gutter. Here’s how Labour should drag it out
With Britain sliding down the index of transparency and voters angry, the looming election bill fails to confront the real issues, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee
IndiGo Selects West Entertainment to Power A321XLR In-Flight Experience
IndiGo partners with West Entertainment to deliver a curated device-based IFE program across its new A321XLR long-haul fleet.
The day Manchester United and the New York Yankees teamed up – and the missed opportunity
Two of the world's biggest sports franchises teamed up — but the relationship could have gone much further
Jeffrey Epstein and the scientists
The release of the latest batch of documents relating to the late child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has shed further light on his close relationship with the world of science. To find out why he cultivated scientists and where his interests lay, Ian Sample hears from Dan Vergano, a senior editor at Scientific American.
Why bison hunters abandoned a kill site 1,200 years ago
The animals didn’t disappear. Water did.
Mullin scores 23, Yale defeats Howard 87-81 in OT
WASHINGTON (AP) Trevor Mullin scored 23 points and Yale beat Howard 87-81 in overtime on Monday night.
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When politics are all the talk, art speaks louder than words
In light of political unrest, celebrities speak out for those who can't. But is speaking out at award shows the best way to do so?
‘A free limo is hard to turn away’: how car diplomacy turbo charges politics in the Pacific
A luxury Chinese sedan gifted to Fiji is the latest in a string of vehicles donated by foreign countries to deepen partnerships and seek influence in the region
Trump administration to cut $600 million in health funding from 4 states
The Trump administration plans to rescind $600 million in public health funds from four states led by Democrats because it finds the grants “inconsistent with agency priorities,. according to documents.
Jalen Duren and Moussa Diabate spark massive brawl, leading to multiple ejections in Pistons' win over Hornets
Miles Bridges and Isaiah Thomas got into it during the wild scrum on Monday night in Charlotte, too.
Restore Brain Highlights New Insights on How TMS Therapy Works Following Dallas Behavioral Health Summit
Restore Brain executive John Cavanagh shared neuroscience-based insights on TMS during a recent behavioral health summit held in Dallas Restore Brain Logo DALLAS, Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Restore Brain, a multi-state interventional behavioral health practice specializing in neuromodulation, today shared new clinical insights into how Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) works following a recent Behavioral Health Summit held at UT Southwestern in Dallas, where company executive John C
Guide to the reopened Castro Theatre in San Francisco
Here’s a practical guide to visiting the historic Castro Theatre in San Francisco, from transit and parking to tickets, seating and nearby dining.
Monster Hunter Wilds 'Large Scale Expansion' to Be Revealed This Summer, New Update Incoming
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Mexico state steps up health screening in schools as measles cases grow nationwide
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s most populous state said Monday it was stepping up health screening at schools and recommended the use of face masks for students and staff as the country confronts a growing measles outbreak.
Mexico state steps up health screening in schools as measles cases grow nationwide
Mexico's most populous state is increasing health screenings at schools and recommending face masks due to a growing measles outbreak.
Monster Hunter Wilds large-scale expansion in development; version 1.041 update launches February 18
A large-scale expansion for Monster Hunter Wilds is in development, and the game’s version 1.041 update will launch on February 18, Capcom announced. Details on the expansion will be announce…
Study Ties 5 Subtypes of Sleep With Distinct Health And Lifestyle Patterns
Which are you?
Political Philology: J. R. R. Tolkien Against the Leftists
If I may be permitted to so step beyond my bounds and attempt to speak for what Tolkien’s advice might be, I believe his recommendation would be this: teach, read, and write poetry, for that is the first step toward viewing language as not merely a tool for communication, but a science, an art, a he
Thomas paces American History over Newark Data Science
Head coach Otis Anderson Jr. recorded his 100th career victory at American History.
No. 14 Florida looks to extend SEC lead at Georgia
No. 14 Florida, sitting alone atop the Southeastern Conference, will try to duplicate its defensive effort from the weekend when they travel to play high-scoring Georgia on Wednesday night in Athens, Ga.
Iowa high school looks to students for help with referee shortage
"We need younger people to step up to the plate, and this class is helping get those kids interested," one Centerville teacher said.
Amazon discusses AI content marketplace with publishers, The Information reports
Amazon has signaled to publishing industry executives that it is planning to launch a marketplace where publishers can sell their content to firms offering artificial intelligence products, The Information reported on Monday.
One of Dubai’s Most Powerful Executives Discussed Sex, Business With Epstein
Emails show Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem corresponded with the disgraced financier for more than a decade after Epstein was first jailed in 2008 for procuring a minor for prostitution
USU Physicist Joins Utah Celebration of International Day of Women & Girls in Science
Maria Rodriguez was among six university and industry panelists selected for the Clark Planetarium's Feb. 6 event in Salt Lake Cit.
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.
Entertainment Look-A-Head: ‘Wuthering Heights,’ jazz, Winter Dance Concert
From February 10-15, there are various book, movie and music releases. Locally, there are events to keep all students and visitors entertained.
Deep learning for asymmetric catalysis
Nature Computational Science - A recent study develops a model for predicting stereoselectivity and absolute configurations in asymmetric hydrogenation of olefins.
A simple discovery is shaking the foundations of spintronics
A long-standing mystery in spintronics has just been shaken up. A strange electrical effect called unusual magnetoresistance shows up almost everywhere scientists look—even in systems where the leading explanation, spin Hall magnetoresistance, shouldn’t work at all. Now, new experiments reveal a far simpler origin: the way electrons scatter at material interfaces under the combined influence of magnetization and an electric field.
Young scientists from across the UK shortlisted for largest unrestricted science prize
The Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists today announced the Finalists for the 2026 Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists in the United Kingdom. The Awards recognise scientific advances by UK researchers across Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, and Physical Sciences & Engineering. Now in its ninth year, each Blavatnik Awards Laureate will receive an unrestricted £100,000 (US$135,000) prize, while the remaining six Finalists will be awarded £30,000 (US$40,400) each. This year’s Finalists include: Chemical Sciences Finalists Michael J. Booth, PhD – University College London (UCL) Mathew H. Horrocks, PhD – The University of Edinburgh Maxie M. Roessler, DPhil – Imperial College London Life Sciences Finalists Nicholas R. Casewell, PhD – Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine Thi Hoang Duong (Kelly) Nguyen, PhD – MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology Pontus Skoglund, PhD – The Francis Crick Institute Physical Sciences & Engineering Finalists Radha Boya, PhD – The University of Manchester Paola Pinilla, PhD – University College London (UCL) Iestyn Woolway, PhD – Bangor University
Life science research in extreme environments: a conversation with astronaut Jessica Meir
Communications Biology - Jessica Meir is a NASA astronaut, marine biologist, and physiologist. She flew for the first time to the International Space Station (ISS) in 2019 where she served as a...
Dallas Wings vs. Indiana Fever - Live Score
View the Dallas Wings vs. Indiana Fever game played on April 30, 2026. Box score, stats, odds, highlights, play-by-play, social & more
UC Berkeley brings data science to the field with Cal Athletics' Winning Analytics summit
The inaugural conference brought data experts from across campus together with Cal Athletics staff and student-athletes.
YouTube TV Gets Cheaper Sports, News, and Entertainment Bundles
YouTube is splitting YouTube TV into a selection of tailored YouTube TV Plans, allowing subscribers to pay less for a smaller selection of channels. "TV should be easy," reads the blog post announcing the change. There are 10+ new plans across Sports, News, Entertainment, and Family, at prices that are $11 to $28 below the $82.99 per month cost for a full YouTube TV subscription.
San Francisco teachers strike over wages and health benefits
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — About 6,000 public schoolteachers in San Francisco went on strike Monday, the city's first such walkout in nearly 50 years.
What we know about science and tech figures named in the Epstein files
Newly released government records are now giving a much clearer look at how science and tech figures like Elon Musk may have connected to Jeffrey Epstein.