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U.S.-Canada Tensions Turn Olympic Hockey Final Into a ‘Grudge Match’
Amid growing cross-border political animosity, the game meant even more than usual to Canadian fans who had flown in for one of the marquee events of the Winter Games.
This Extreme Radiation-Resistant Organism Evolved a Remarkable Ability
How is this possible?
From the sports desk: U.S. vs. Canada for hockey gold, part two
Team USA overpowers Slovakia, and the Canadians come back against Finland to advance in semifinals
How the lightning strikes of nuclear science will fill foundational radiation research gaps
One path to becoming a successful researcher is to find an under explored scientific niche and add knowledge where it didn’t exist before.
MDA Space Launches 49North, a Canadian defence business delivering multi-domain and mission-critical capabilities
MDA Space (TSX: MDA), a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, today formally launched 49North, a wholly-owned subsidiary of MDA Space exclusively focused on delivering secure, multi-domain C4ISR* and mission-critical capabilities for Canada's national defence priorities outside the space domain.
Five Berkeley Lab Scientists Receive DOE Early Career Research Awards
Five scientists from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) have received Early Career Research Program (ECRP) awards from the Department of Energy. The ECRP program, now in its 16th year, was established to bolster the nation’s scientific workforce by supporting exceptional researchers at the outset of their careers, when many scientists do their most formative work. Recipients use the funding to pursue projects that have the potential to solve scientific challenges and advance the country’s STEM capabilities. To be eligible for the program, a researcher must be an untenured, tenure-track assistant or associate professor at a U.S. academic institution, or a full-time employee at a DOE national laboratory or Office of Science user facility, who is within 10 years of having earned their doctorate. Awards to an institution of higher education will be approximately $875,000 over five years, and awards to a DOE national laboratory or Office of Science user facility will be approximately $2,750,000 over five years. This year’s Berkeley Lab awardees and their projects are listed below: Timon Heim: Better detectors for more powerful particle colliders Timon Heim is a staff scientist in the Physics Division. His ECRP project will develop a new type of detector that can track the particles generated by collisions in particle colliders with high spatial and temporal resolution. Current detectors in use at high-energy colliders, like the ATLAS detector at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN, can track the trajectory and measure momentum of particles, but they can’t track a particle’s time of arrival with sufficient precision to discern from which of the many particle interactions they originate. Heim’s proposed technology — called a 4D tracking detector, because it captures data about particles’ positions in space and time — aims to solve this challenge, allowing researchers to glean more precise data from collision experiments to uncover new insights into fundamental forces and potentially discover new particles. The enhanced capabilities of 4D detectors will be a necessity for experiments at future colliders, such as the Muon Collider or Future Circular Collider. The project will develop custom microelectronics that process the signal of a pixelated silicon sensor that can register charged particles passing through it in an extreme radiation environment that these colliders produce during operation. The goal is to measure individual particles’ position with 50-micro-meter spatial and 50 pico-second (one trillionth of a second) temporal precision, for an incoming flux of around 1 billion particles per second per square centimeter. Harrison Lisabeth: Studying underground processes to unleash abundant energy Harrison Lisabeth is a research scientist in the Energy Geoscience Division focused on combining real-world experiments and AI to guide development of geothermal energy systems. His project will explore how deep underground rock formations – where geothermal wells are dug – are stressed by chemical reactions of the minerals and mechanical strain from movements in the Earth. A better understanding of subsurface stresses is essential to engineer safe and reliable geothermal wells that access the heat of deep rocks to produce electricity. It is estimated that the U.S. could generate ten times the amount of energy needed to power the grid using geothermal sources. Lisabeth plans to simulate how minerals grow, dissolve, and influence the behavior of surrounding rock in geothermal reservoirs by tracking chemical changes in rock samples under pressure in the lab. The project will also develop machine learning models to predict geologic strain based on field measurements and refine existing models that describe how common rock types deform under stress. Combining these approaches, Lisabeth hopes to develop a framework to predict stress to improve stability and longevity of geothermal wells. Daniel Carney: Pushing the quantum boundaries of particle measurement Daniel Carney is a staff scientist in the Physics Division who uses quantum information science to study particle physics and gravity. At very small scales, “quantum noise” — random fluctuations from the act of measurement — can drown out faint signals from rare processes. Carney’s ECRP project, “Fundamental Physics at the Quantum Limits of Measurement,” aims to build a new mechanical quantum sensor that can measure extremely small particle interactions below the limits of that quantum noise. The approach uses lasers to hold a tiny bead containing radioactive atoms; when one decays, the system measures the bead’s motion and the energy of any particles emitted. The experiment’s initial goal is to search for heavy sterile neutrinos, hypothetical particles predicted by some extensions of the Standard Model. The system could also help measure the mass of the neutrino, study the way particles interact through the electromagnetic and weak forces, and hunt for low-mass dark matter — all unsolved mysteries in particle physics. Callum Wilkinson: Using machine learning to demystify neutrinos Callum Wilkinson is a staff scientist in the Physics Division and part of the international Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) hosted by Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. DUNE will create an intense beam of neutrinos that interact in detectors in Illinois and, after an 800-mile journey through the earth, in massive detectors in South Dakota. By precisely measuring neutrinos and how they change, researchers will get a better understanding of their fundamental properties and whether they are responsible for why there is so much more matter than antimatter in our universe. Wilkinson’s ECRP project will apply two machine learning techniques to improve the analysis of DUNE’s data and enhance the experiment’s precision. One approach will look for hidden patterns in how neutrinos interact and produce low-energy particles, while the other will help correct for distortions in what the detectors record. The methods will be tested on one of DUNE’s prototype detectors and could be used in other neutrino experiments, improving their measurements and helping scientists build better models. Aditi Krishnapriyan: Machine learning methods that scale as datasets grow Aditi Krishnapriyan is a faculty scientist in Berkeley Lab’s Applied Mathematics and Computational Research Division (AMCR) and assistant professor at UC Berkeley. Her project, awarded through UC Berkeley, will develop machine learning methods that scale with dataset size for modeling complex, multi-scale phenomena. The resulting tools can be applied in a wide range of research, including the study of new electrolytes for batteries or the examination of molecular interactions. ### Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) is committed to groundbreaking research focused on discovery science and solutions for abundant and reliable energy supplies. The lab’s expertise spans materials, chemistry, physics, biology, earth and environmental science, mathematics, and computing. Researchers from around the world rely on the lab’s world-class scientific facilities for their own pioneering research. Founded in 1931 on the belief that the biggest problems are best addressed by teams, Berkeley Lab and its scientists have been recognized with 17 Nobel Prizes. Berkeley Lab is a multiprogram national laboratory managed by the University of California for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science. DOE’s Office of Science is the single largest supporter of basic research in the physical sciences in the United States, and is working to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. For more information, please visit energy.gov/science.
Former athlete and Lafayette sports medicine doctor was inspired by his 'incredible father'
Dr. Christopher (CJ) Tosino is a sports medicine specialist and primary care physician in Acadiana, with expertise in sports-related injuries.
Aurora to Participate in the TD Cowen 46th Annual Health Care Conference
Aurora Cannabis Inc. (NASDAQ: ACB) (TSX: ACB), the Canadian-based leading global medical cannabis company, will participate in TD Cowen's 46th Annual Health Care Conference in Boston, MA. Simona King, Chief Financial Officer at Aurora, will take part in a fireside chat and one-on-one meetings with investors on March 2, 2026.
Canadian airlines pull back from flights to the US
Air Transat will no longer fly to the US this summer, while WestJet is also slashing several routes, as Canadian interest in visiting the US falls.
Killings cast shadow over major Canadian business visit to Mexico
Hundreds of Canadian business leaders visited Mexico on Monday, aiming to deepen commercial ties despite the recent kidnapping and killing of several employees of a Canadian mining firm.Just weeks ago...
Canadian cheating controversy clouds curling
The Canadian teams, first the men and then the women, have been accused of double touching the stone during the initial release.
Curling drama grows as Britain hit with violation
The curling controversy at the Winter Olympics has widened as increased surveillance of matches resulted in the removal of a stone thrown by the British men's team for the same alleged violation that burned the Canadians two days in a row.
Catalyst-Cascadia project divides downtown Greeley businesses
“I’m not sure either side has really stated how Catalyst and Cascadia positively or negatively impacts downtown,” Estrin said. “It seems that both sides like to use downtown as a talking point to c…
Olympic Figure Skating Is a Young Woman’s Sport. Deanna Stellato-Dudek Wants to Change That.
Deanna Stellato-Dudek, a Canadian pairs skater, is trying to make history at the Olympics — despite a training accident a week before the Games.
Sun Life helping Canada and Canadian businesses diversify trade, CEO says
CEO Kevin Strain highlighted Hong Kong and Indonesia as 'standout markets' in the company’s Asia unit
Asteroid Bennu reveals a new pathway to life’s chemistry
Dust from asteroid Bennu is revealing a surprising origin story for life’s building blocks. New research suggests some amino acids formed in frozen ice exposed to radiation, not warm liquid water as scientists long believed. Isotopic clues show Bennu’s chemistry differs sharply from well-studied meteorites, pointing to multiple pathways for creating life’s ingredients.
Bombardier fourth-quarter revenue rises on higher business jet deliveries
Bombardier on Thursday reported higher fourth-quarter revenue as the Canadian business jet maker delivered more planes during the last three months of 2025.
Canadian separatists optimistic after meetings with Trump officials
U.S. officials tamped down on the meetings with the Alberta separatists, saying no senior staffers were present and no commitments were made.
Sports/Rec calendar: Feb. 13–22, 2026
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Celebrating Women in Science Day 2026 at CERN
Every year, on 11 February, CERN celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. In an effort to amplify diverse voices in STEM, six women scientists from CERN open up about their careers and the lessons they hope to pass on to the next generation. Francesca is an Italian biomedical engineer pursuing her PhD at CERN, working in the robotics team of the Beams Department. She’s currently working on the MARCHESE project, in affiliation with Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome, focusing on contactless monitoring of physiological parameters. Despite choosing a scientific career and often volunteering in scientific outreach initiatives, Francesca continues to nurture her passion for the humanities and arts. “I firmly believe that collaboration and inclusion are the right paths to improve the world together. I’m driven by a strong curiosity about everything around me.” Berare is a Turkish experimental physicist who worked with the ATLAS experiment during her MSc and PhD on searches for physics beyond the Standard Model. During her PhD, she became a Support Scientist for the Beamline for Schools (BL4S) competition, which marked the beginning of her journey combining research with science communication. She now works for both BL4S and ELISA, the mini proton accelerator at CERN’s Science Gateway. She fondly remembers the moment when the BL4S 2022 winners arrived at the experimental zone: “I felt incredibly lucky to share my passion with young, curious and really passionate people. We spent two weeks of beam time together watching their ideas turn into reality. All the intricate details of running an experiment, we accomplished them as a team.” Mia is a Canadian research fellow in the Accelerator Systems Department, working on beam developments for fundamental physics with radioactive molecules. Mia pursued a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering before moving to Vancouver for a master’s degree in engineering physics. Her interest in radioactive ion beam production brought her to CERN, where she studied actinide beams for three years as a PhD student in the Marie Curie European Training network “LISA” (Laser Ionisation and Spectroscopy of Actinides) at ISOLDE – a facility at CERN where scientists study the properties of atomic nuclei, with further applications in fundamental studies, astrophysics, and material and life sciences. Laura is a German mechanical engineer at CERN working on research and development to produce cavities for future accelerators. She studied mechanical and aerospace engineering at the Technical University of Munich. She joined CERN four years ago as a technical student for her master’s thesis and continued as a fellow working on collimators. Laura says that “as a child, I took part in girls’ day initiatives, which sparked my fascination for astrophysics and engineering. Later, it felt natural for me to give something back by organising workshops for young students to make STEM seem less intimidating and more accessible.” She particularly enjoys being close to the CERN Main Workshop and understanding how design ideas become real components. Paraskevi is a Greek physicist working at CERN’s HiRadMat (High-Radiation to Materials) facility, designed to deliver high-intensity beams to an irradiation area where material samples, as well as accelerator component assemblies, can be tested. She studied physics at NKUA, specialising in nuclear and particle physics, and is now pursuing her PhD at HiRadMat in collaboration with the University of Liverpool, studying novel materials for high-intensity beam diagnostics. “Continuous learning is one of my biggest motivators, and I am looking forward to exploring the limits of our knowledge on beam-material interactions,” says Paraskevi. Silvia is a Spanish physicist and deputy project manager for the Muon Drift Tube of the CMS detector, a general-purpose detector at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). She started her career at CERN more than 20 years ago as a technical student, working on prototypes of the first dipoles for the LHC. “My first motivation came in high school, from my teacher,” says Silvia about what made her pursue a career in STEM. “My favourite part about my job is learning. You can learn something new every day.” In parallel to this initiative, like every year since 2017, from 2 to 6 February 66 women scientists and engineers visited schools in Geneva, Switzerland, and in the Haute-Savoie and Ain regions of France to meet with students. Organised in collaboration with CERN, the University of Geneva, EPFL, LAPP and LAPTh, this event allowed more than 4200 students between 6 and 17 years old to meet a woman scientist, discuss their profession and career path, ask questions and participate in classroom activities.
BioSyent to Acquire Oral Science Inc.
Accretive Transaction with Combined Companies’ Pro-Forma Revenue in Excess of $70.00 Million and EBITDA(1) in Excess of $15.75 Million (TTM Sept 30, 2025) MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BioSyent Inc. (“BioSyent”, TSX Venture (TSXV): RX) announced today that it has entered into a Share Purchase Agreement (“SPA”) dated February 8, 2026 to acquire Oral Science Inc. (“Oral Science”), a privately-owned Canadian distributor of specialized healthcare products for dental hygiene
New drug resets the body clock and cuts jet lag recovery nearly in half
Scientists have identified a promising new compound, Mic-628, that can reliably shift the body’s internal clock forward—something that’s notoriously hard to do. By targeting a key clock-control protein, Mic-628 jump-starts the gene that sets daily rhythms, synchronizing both the brain’s master clock and clocks throughout the body. In mice experiencing simulated jet lag, a single dose cut recovery time nearly in half.
No place for politics in F-35 cockpits as Canadian fighter jet pilots get ready to train at U.S. base
While procurement for Canada’s complete fighter jet fleet remains up in the air, advocates say politics need to be set aside as members of the Royal Canadian Air Force head to Luke Air Force Base in Arizona later this year to train on the F-35 when Canada eventually takes possession of the 16 jets it’s committed to buying.
Something supercharged Uranus when Voyager 2 flew past
Voyager 2’s flyby of Uranus in 1986 recorded radiation levels so extreme they baffled scientists for nearly 40 years. New research suggests the spacecraft caught Uranus during a rare solar wind event that flooded the planet’s radiation belts with extra energy. Similar storms have been seen near Earth, where they dramatically boost radiation levels. The discovery reshapes how scientists think about Uranus—and why it deserves another visit.
Canadian travel to the US is still low, new data shows
Statistics Canada data show fewer Canadians traveling and returning from the US, amid ongoing border fears, tariffs, and the "Buy Canadian" movement.
Tate McRae draws backlash from Canadian fans after appearing in a Winter Olympics promo for Team USA: 'Even the owl was GAGGED girl'
Kate McRae's Canadian fans were quick to question her decision to team up with Team USA, considering she's from Calgary.
Carney’s government is cutting hundreds of environment and science jobs. Here’s what that means for Canadians
Scientists and labour leaders are warning that cuts to Environment and Climate Change Canada could significantly impact the health and safety of Canada's wildlife, environment and people.
Space tourism raises ‘urgent’ fertility questions, Nasa says
As more people travel beyond Earth, scientists have warned that the risks to reproductive health from zero-gravity and radiation remain little understood
How ‘Heated Rivalry’ changed the game for Canadian TV
Creator Jacob Tierney, producing partner Brendan Brady and the executives who supported the series explain why it will remain thoroughly Canadian in Season 2.
International companies cut off business in the U.S. because of ICE
French multinational Capgemini moved to distance itself “immediately” from ICE after criticism from French officials; a Canadian company has also canceled a sale to the agency.
What's the point of going back to the moon?
Artemis II is set to blast off to the moon in early February with four astronauts, including the Canadian Space Agency's Jeremy Hansen. But we've already been to the moon, so why are we going back? Do we get any benefits here on Earth?
Commentary: Catherine O'Hara remembered in 10 indelible roles
The Canadian actor was a versatile performer whose decades-long career took her from a comedy troupe to box office and television hits.
How American Katie Uhlaender was denied Olympic bid by Canadian coach's point scheme
Sports officials say a Canadian coach manipulated the point system used by athletes to qualify for the Olympics. His move cost American sled racer Katie Uhlaender her trip to the Milan Cortina Games.
S.F. opens health clinic to tackle pollution in Bayview-Hunters Point — a long time coming
Fears of exposure to radiation from the Hunters Point Shipyard prompted the Department of Public Health to open the clinic.
Over $2.6M in work permitted for Lafayette Walmart. See more Acadiana construction.
Here's what's under construction around Acadiana.
Trump Threatens Canada Over Business Jet Dispute
The president said he would restrict the use of Canadian-built aircraft and impose a 50 percent on them until the dispute was resolved.
Why comedian Katherine Ryan won't make fun of her kids on stage: 'I don't wanna get Brooklyn Beckhamed'
The British-Canadian comedian says she steers clear of making any of her five children the punchline for fearing of stirring up Beckham-style family drama.
TELUS and RingCentral expand Business Connect with AI-powered features for Canadian businesses
TELUS (NYSE: TU), a world-leading technology company, and RingCentral, Inc. (NYSE: RNG), a global leader in AI-powered business communications, today announced they are expanding their partnership to bring advanced AI capabilities to TELUS Business Connect, a comprehensive cloud-based communication platform. With new AI capabilities that span both customer engagement and employee productivity, the platform will deliver intelligent automation that helps businesses work smarter and serve customers
Science news this week: The world's oldest rock art, giant freshwater reservoir found off the East Coast, and the biggest solar radiation storm in decades
Jan. 24, 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.
The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) receives €5 million donation for AI research
The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) has received a donation of 5 million euros from Canadian philanthropist and entrepreneur Garrett Camp to help advance AI as a trustworthy, human-centered technology that benefits society. ISTA’s commitment to responsible AI, coupled with its focus on frontier research and interdisciplinary culture, make it perfectly placed to pursue this goal.
California sticks with WHO as US exits
Click in for more news from The Hill{beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story California sticks with WHO as US exits Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-Calif.) affirmed his state’s conti…
Sound and Hearing Studies, Earth Observations Fill Science Schedule
Sound and hearing studies as well as Earth observations kept the Expedition 74 trio busy on Wednesday. The International Space Station residents also worked on cargo transfers, downloaded radiation data, and kept up lab maintenance.
Cellphone health risks in focus of new government study: 'Very concerned'
A cell phone radiation health study has been launched by the HHS to investigate whether electromagnetic radiation from phones and cell towers could harm Americans.
Life’s chemistry may begin in the cold darkness of space
New experiments reveal that protein precursors can form naturally in deep space under extreme cold and radiation. Scientists found that simple amino acids bond into peptides on interstellar dust, long before stars and planets exist. This challenges the idea that complex life chemistry only happens on planets. It also boosts the odds that life-friendly ingredients are widespread across the universe.
Google has finally killed the Stadia Bluetooth tool — but this person rescued it
Stadia is now fully dead.
Canadian league to trial Arsene Wenger's offside idea
The Canadian Premier League is given permission to trial Arsene Wenger's "daylight" offside rule.
Earth hit by biggest 'solar radiation storm' in 23 years, triggering Northern Lights as far as Southern California
Earth's magnetic field was struck by a "severe" solar storm yesterday (Jan. 19), triggering vibrant auroras in the U.S. and large parts of Europe. The storm broke a record that had stood for more than two decades.
Google has killed the Stadia Controller conversion tool, but there’s a backup
Google has officially killed the Stadia Controller conversion tool, taking the last of the cloud gaming platform with it.
Exclusive | Bansk Wraps Up $1.4 Billion Fund for Consumer-Health Business Arcadia
Coller Capital and Ares are among the investors that committed to the firm’s first continuation vehicle.
Exclusive | Bansk Wraps Up $1.4 Billion Fund for Consumer-Health Business Arcadia
Coller Capital and Ares are among the investors that committed to the firm’s first continuation vehicle.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services launching study on cellphone radiation
Study builds on Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s claims linking them to both cancer and neurological damage
Did PENN Entertainment's (PENN) Tech and Digital Shake-Up Just Reshape Its Omnichannel Investment Narrative?
PENN Entertainment, Inc. recently implemented a new corporate organizational structure that realigns its Interactive division around Canadian digital assets and its Hollywood iCasino product in the US, eliminates two senior executive roles, and consolidates enterprise technology and digital operations under Chief Technology Officer and Head of Interactive Aaron LaBerge. This reshaping of leadership and responsibilities is intended to more tightly connect PENN’s retail casinos with its...
Zverev and Hanfmann into second round of the Australian Open
Third seed Alexander Zverev overcame early trouble against Canadian Gabriel Diallo to advance to the second round of the Australian Open. The last year's finalist rebounded from a below-par performance in the first set to start the first Grand Slam of the year with a 6-7 (7-1), 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 victory after claiming six service breaks.
A surge in patriotism and fewer US trips
The first year of Donald Trump's second term has had a profound effect on Canada, from its politics and economy to the way Canadians shop and travel.
The technology that reveals what happens in 0.00000000000000000000001 second
A Canadian has been awarded for his ultra-fast pulses of light, a compass to discover the microworld
Tiny earthquakes are revealing a dangerous secret beneath California
Scientists are uncovering a hidden and surprisingly complex earthquake zone beneath Northern California by tracking swarms of tiny earthquakes that are far too weak to feel. These faint tremors are revealing what lies beneath the surface where the San Andreas fault meets the Cascadia subduction zone, one of the most dangerous seismic regions in North America.
RFK Jr. tells USA TODAY electromagnetic radiation 'a major health concern'
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told USA TODAY that “electromagnetic radiation is a major health concern."
Health department to launch study on cellphone radiation
The FDA also took down old webpages saying cellphones are not dangerous.
Trump’s Recent Outreach to Democrats Could Be a Big Deal
Plus, the president was warned an attack on Iran might not topple the regime, the race to be Fed chair and RFK Jr. shifts advice on cellphone radiation.
Radial Entertainment Completes Purchase of 'MST3K'
Radial Entertainment, the entertainment company formed from the merger of Shout! Studios and FilmRise, has obtained full ownership over the “Mystery Science Theater 3000” brand from creator Joel Hodgson’s Alternaversal. “MST3K” had been jointly owned by Alternaversal and Shout! Studios since late 2015. Radial’s purchase includes all brand assets and intellectual property and follows nearly … Continue reading "Radial Entertainment Completes Purchase of ‘MST3K’"
US Health Department to Launch Study on Cellphone Radiation
Jan 15 (Reuters) - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will launch a study on cellphone radiation, a department spokesman said on Thursday, building on Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr's criticism linking them to neurological damage and cancer. Last year, the department said 22 ...
Canada’s Mark Carney seeks reset on pivotal trip to China
Canadian leader's visit comes after nearly a decade of strained ties between Ottawa and Beijing.
Canadian Natural Resources poised to acquire Tourmaline’s natural gas business
Canadian Natural Resources is in talks to buy a $1B-plus portfolio of natural gas properties in Alberta from Tourmaline Oil, the Globe and Mail reported.
Video Colleen Hoover shares health update
The "It Ends with Us" author took to Instagram to provide an update on her battle with cancer during a recent radiation treatment.
The ozone layer is still healing…thanks to science : Short Wave
In the mid-1980s, scientists published a startling finding–a giant hole in the ozone layer over Antarctica. That’s the protective shield that blocks large amounts of harmful UV radiation. And without it, the rate of cancer, cataracts and crop failure would skyrocket. Today on the show, we dive into ozone science and examine how scientists successfully sounded the alarm and solved an Antarctic mystery.Check out our episode on an Antarctic plankton mystery. And, listen to our monthly series Nature Quest.Interested in more atmospheric science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.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.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Becky Brown.
Canadian Entrepreneur Builds $1.4 Million Business After Learning Skills On YouTube
Tuan Le, a self-taught video editor from Canada, turned his small local gig into a 1.4 million business in five years, crediting persistence and YouTube tutorials for his success.
Fire reported at Westbank business
The fire was reported near Acadian Flooring, located in Marrero in the 5100 block of Lapalco Boulevard.
Mid City Ballroom seeks rezoning to obtain alcohol license
Mid City Ballroom, the intimate concert venue on South Acadian Thruway, has submitted a rezoning application as it looks to move away from its long-running BYOB model and begin selling alcohol on … Already an INSIDER? Sign in. We are glad you enjoy reading Business Report. Continue reading this story and get ACCESS to all […]
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance comes to Nintendo Classics! – News
Play Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance and rediscover curated Nintendo classics with a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership!
Sports/Rec calendar: Jan. 9–18, 2026
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Mad Science: The Science of Air Pressure
Mad Science's Radiant Randy joins Kerrigan and Guest Host Steve Serrano to share some fun air pressure experiments.
Zelensky Taps High-Profile Canadian Politician as Economic Adviser
Ukraine’s president appointed Chrystia Freeland, a former deputy prime minister of Canada, to a role in which she would advise on postwar reconstruction, if peace talks are successful.
The LG G6 OLED TV is brighter than the G5 and blacker in ambient light – but it doesn’t support Dolby Vision 2
2026 is the year of “Hyper Radiant Colour Technology”
UW researchers tackle cannabis workplace health hazards
Team is studying facilities including Ferndale producer SubX
Canadian officials say US health institutions no longer dependable for accurate information
Misinformation from the Trump administration is cited as fuelling Canadians’ concerns over childhood vaccinations
Female leaders new to politics eager for first year in office
Elizabeth Boyle, Jessica Rienstra, Carly James joining Whatcom County Council, Port of Bellingham
The hidden timing system that shapes how you think
The brain constantly blends split-second reactions with slower, more thoughtful processing, and new research shows how it pulls this off. Scientists discovered that brain regions operate on different internal clocks and rely on white matter connections to share information across these timescales. The way this timing is organized affects how efficiently the brain switches between activity patterns tied to behavior. Differences in this system may help explain why people vary in cognitive ability.
Canadian tourists coming to Florida dips by 15%, report says
Canadian tourists are skipping their Florida vacations after several political controversies.
Why is Great Canadian Entertainment suddenly offloading most of its B.C. casino assets?
Great Canadian Entertainment, one of Canada’s largest gaming and entertainment companies, will be reduced to a presence of just two properties in B.C. after a recently announced agreement to sell its casino operation in Coquitlam to the Snuneymuxw First Nation.Founded in B.C. more than 40 year
Travelers completes $2.4B sale of Canadian insurance businesses
The insurer said it expects to use net proceeds for share repurchases and to support operations and other corporate purposes.
Why is Great Canadian Entertainment suddenly offloading most of its B.C. casino assets?
Indebted from a private-equity takeover, it's selling off most of its B.C. casinos, with a First Nation taking over the core of its assets.
Sports/Rec calendar: Jan. 2–11, 2026
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Bellingham business owners adapt to rising minimum wage, which jumps again in 2026
City's minimum wage increases to $19.13 an hour on Jan. 1
Performative Cruelty and the Politics of Fear: From Vienna to the US Border
Performative cruelty is an ancient practice, even though the phrase itself is new. Gladiatorial fights (Ancient Rome, c. 264 BCE–5th century CE) in arenas like the Colosseum were intentionally staged...
Prep basketball roundup: Rolling Hills Preps knocks off Arcadia at Damien
Nick Welch Jr. and Kawika Suter help Rolling Hills Prep advance to the Gold Division championship game at the Classic at Damien.
As seasons roll on, Western sports missing a familiar face
For decades, equipment manager Kevin Fenwick made his mark on athletic community
How did curling become a Winter Olympics sensation? Inside the sports' unique history
More than 2.3 million people — or one of every 18 Canadians — participate in the sport of curling. A look at how the quirky sport became an Olympic star.
Canadian visitors staying away from Vermont amid political tensions
Border crossings by our neighbors to the north are down significantly as rhetoric affects tourism revenue in our region. Our Calvin Cutler reports.
RFK Jr. declares public health emergency for WA flooding
Ferguson plans to ask for major disaster declaration from Trump
2025 IN REVIEW: A big year for business in Yamhill County
Craving Hawaiian food? Or maybe a glass of wine? Newberg saw a few regional staples join the restaurant scene, while wine companies merged over the spring and summer to expand […]
Sports/Rec calendar: Dec. 26–Jan. 4, 2026
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Dr. Ed Nowottnick
Ed Nowottnick serves as the program scientist for the Radiation Sciences Program for the Atmosphere within NASA’s Earth Science Division’s Research and
Mysterious, irradiated 'scar' in our galaxy points to 2 stars that almost hit the sun
Astronomers traced a mysterious 'scar' of ionized gas around the solar system to two stars that had a close flyby with our sun millions of years ago.
Trans athlete restrictions proposed again to high school sports rulemaking body
Proposal from several Whatcom districts still in conflict with state law, WIAA says
Snakes' mind-bending 'heat vision' inspires scientists to build a 4K imaging system that could one day fit into your smartphone
The human eye can only detect wavelengths in the visible light range, but a new imaging system will let us "see" infrared radiation using smartphones.
'Fallout' is bleak but funny science fission : Pop Culture Happy Hour
Fallout is based on a hugely successful video game series known for blending a sardonic, very dark comedic sensibility, and violence. The series is set in the game's post-apocalyptic world – an America divided into factions wrestling for control of an irradiated wasteland. When the hopeful Lucy (Ella Purnell) steps out of the comfortable life she's known in an underground vault, the world she's confronted with is harsh, brutal, merciless – and kinda funny. Fallout just returned for a second season on Prime Video, so today we’re revisiting our conversation about the show.
Whatcom's new health leader settles in after tumultuous year for department
Champ Thomaskutty says it’s important for the department to continue its work amid wider public health uncertainty
Science & Medicine: A breakthrough for glioblastoma patients that may lengthen lives
A new technique for delivering radiation to glioblastoma brain tumors may allow doctors to use much higher doses while preserving healthy brain tissue. UT Health San Antonio's Andrew Brenner, MD, PhD, says this may give patients more time.
These are the 2 worst pains you can feel, according to science - Futura-Sciences
Pain is a universal experience — but some types push the human body to its absolute limits. So, what are the most intense physical pains known to science? A Canadian study has pinpointed two particularly ... Read more