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Sony's New WF-1000XM6 Earbuds Just Jumped to the Top of My Best Earbuds List
They aren't cheap at $330, but Sony's new flagship noise-canceling earbuds may very well be the best out there right now. Here's why.
ChatGPT’s deep research tool adds a built-in document viewer so you can read its reports
You can also open a new table of contents that allows you to jump to specific sections of the report.
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
North Dakota State, Winner of 10 FCS titles, Jumps to FBS Mountain West
Perennial FCS power North Dakota State will move up to the FBS level this season and join the Mountain West conference for football.
Planning ahead: the political leadership campaigns that launched too soon
As ‘Rayner for leader’ site goes live, here are previous instances of politicians jumping the gun
'Quad God' Ilia Malinin and the science of figure skating's near-impossible jumps
How do figure skaters like Ilia Malinin keep landing harder and harder jumps?
US ski jumpers say 'Penisgate' isn't for them. Other Olympic teams? 'Who knows'
The three members of the men's US Olympic ski jumping team addressed rumors genital-enlarging injections are used to gain an competitive advantage.
Why Slovenia, a nation of 2 million, is one of sport’s biggest overperformers
From the ski jumping sensations at the Winter Olympics to Luka Dončić, Slovenia is punching above its weight with sports stars.
Musk jumps back into political fray with big midterm donations
Billionaire Elon Musk is back in the political fray, giving Republicans a boost in the run up to the 2026 midterm elections. The Tesla CEO had injected hundreds of millions into the 2024 elec…
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.
Milan Cortina Olympics open with a ceremonial attempt at harmony
MILAN — Four locations, one Olympic heartbeat. For the first time in Olympic Games history, Friday’s opening ceremony unfolded across multiple locations, all in northern Italy, the culmination of more than 700 hours of rehearsal and 1,200 performers from ages 10 to 70 officially enshrining a month-long sports festival that will capture worldwide attention. In the San Siro Stadium in Milan as well as the town center in Cortina d’Ampezzo, the snowboard and freestyle skiing venue in Livigno and the ski jumping stadium in Predazzo, Italy celebrated “Armonia,” a narrative designed to...
FIS aims to quash penis-enlargement sideshow, but science makes sense
World skiing's governing body has moved swiftly to quash talk of ski jumpers injecting their penises with paraffin or hyaluronic acid to gain a competitive edge, but scientists and ski jumpers at the Winter Olympics say if true it would make perfect sense.
Fastest jump in UK house prices in over a year as market ‘steadies’
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
Ski jumping: Wada responds to penis injection claims
World Anti-Doping chiefs will investigate claims male ski jumpers are injecting their penises in a bid to improve sporting performance, if a complaint is made.
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.
Google earnings: AI spending jumps, Gemini and subscriptions get boost
Alphabet's Q4 results beat estimates. Google plans to double capex in 2026, while search and cloud remained strong.
Costco outpaces broad retail sales in January as its digital business shines
Costco (COST) January sales jump: comps +7.1%, e-commerce +34.4%, total sales +9.3% to $19.5B.
Galaxy S26 pricing leaks again: France is the latest to face a steep Samsung "tax"
The latest figures suggest a massive €180 jump for some models.
Gold and silver prices jump again as markets stabilise; SpaceX buys xAI in $1.25tn deal
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
How Olympic athletes use science to win, according to an expert
Ahead of the Winter Olympics, a Virginia Tech aerodynamics expert breaks down how air resistance can determine who medals — and how some athletes try to bend the rules.
Celebrate Trndez with fire jumping, live music
BAR HARBOR — Warm up with live music from the Kotwica Band, Feb. 7, from 7-9 p.m. at the YWCA 36, Mt. Desert St., to celebrate "Trndez" — when Armenians
Despite Elon Musk's criticism, Delaware sees jump in incorporations
A handful of billionaires and prominent companies urged corporations to leave Delaware. According to the numbers, the opposite happened.
UK Chiefs’ Confidence Jumps in Latest Sign of Economic Momentum
UK business confidence leaped to its highest in eight months, adding to evidence that the economy may be gaining momentum after the budget.
NFL salary cap expected to significantly jump for 2026 season
The increase is especially good news for NFL teams like the Buffalo Bills, where cap overages will be a key factor in 2026.
AND NEW! Stevenson Dominates Lopez To Become Four-Division Champion
If there was ever any doubt as to how good Shaker Stevenson really is he put it all to rest last night (Sat., Jan. 31, 2026) in New York City against Teofimo Lopez, dominating “The Takeover” for pretty much the whole fight inside Madison Square Garden. From the jump Stevenson made it clear to Lopez […]
Melvin Council, Bryson Tiller come up big in Kansas' win vs. BYU
Kansas jumped out to a big lead vs. BYU and held on to secure an important victory in a top-15 clash at Phog Allen Fieldhouse
Whitlock leads Lehigh to 77-76 OT victory against Colgate
BETHLEHEM, Pa. (AP) Nasir Whitlock scored 32 points to lead Lehigh, including the game-winning jump shot with about a second remaining in overtime, and the Mountain Hawks knocked off Colgate 77-76 on Saturday.
Tigers take care of business at Woodland Hills
North Allegheny traveled to Woodland Hills High School on Friday night to take on the Wolverines in a Section 1-6A battle. The Tigers took care of business defeating Woodland Hills, 44-11. NA jumped all over the Wolverines defensively only allowing one field goal in the opening frame to lead 15-3 after a quarter of play…. More »
Tigers take care of business at Woodland Hills
North Allegheny traveled to Woodland Hills High School on Friday night to take on the Wolverines in a Section 1-6A battle. The Tigers took care of business defeating Woodland Hills, 44-11. NA jumped all over the Wolverines defensively only allowing one field goal in the opening frame to lead 15-3 after a quarter of play…. More »
Chicago-area retail sales rose amid tariff threats
Threats of tariffs had Chicago-area consumers spending big on clothing and appliances, retail sales tax data from the first half of 2025 shows.Retail sales in the Chicago area jumped 16.1% year over year in the first six months of 2025, rising to nearly $97.5 billion, according to a report from…
Fintech lender SoFi profit jumps on strong growth in fee‑based businesses
Consumers are shifting high-cost credit-card balances to fintech lenders to take advantage of low-interest personal loans. SoFi's financial services business, which includes credit card and investing products, saw revenue surge 78% in the quarter ended December 31 to $456.7 million. Fee-based businesses help insulate fintechs from interest-rate swings.
Lindsey Vonn airlifted from course after crash in final downhill before the Olympics
Vonn lost control when landing a jump in a World Cup race held in difficult conditions with low visibility and ended up tangled in the safety nets on the upper portion of the course.
Honeywell's business and stock are looking good — Cramer has this advice for investors
Honeywell shares jumped on Thursday after the industrial conglomerate capped off 2025 with a strong fourth quarter and moved up its aerospace spinoff.
Meta Stock Jumps After AI 'Book of Business' Hits $12.5B
META Shares Climb on Strong Advertising and AI Growth
High school roundup: Hastie’s shot lifts Pelham boys
Gavin Hastie’s jumper in the lane with 1.5 seconds remaining lifted the Pelham boys basketball team past host Lebanon, 50-48, in a Division II contest on Tuesday night.
Starbucks Says Turnaround ‘Ahead of Schedule’ as Sales Rebound
The coffee chain’s stock jumped after a better-than-expected earnings report.
Study Shows Google's Health-Focused AI Overviews Cite YouTube Over Any Medical Site
YouTube ranks 11th in traditional Google search results for health queries, but jumps to first place when it comes to AI Overview citations.
Google AI Overviews follow up questions jump you directly to AI Mode
This will result in less traffic to your site and more traffic to Google's AI Mode. Plus, Gemini 3 is now powering all AI Overviews globally by default.
Google now lets users jump from AI Overviews into AI Mode conversations
The tech giant also announced that it's making Gemini 3 the new default model for AI Overviews globally.
ZOTAC Korea warns of steep RTX 5090 and RTX 5060 price hikes, says some models may be unavailable for a while
ZOTAC Korea warns RTX 5090 and RTX 5060 prices are set to jump ZOTAC Korea has published a new notice on its official TagTag Mall account, warning that
Impeachment witness Alex Vindman runs for U.S. Senate in Florida
The retired Army officer who testified during Trump’s first impeachment is jumping into electoral politics as a Democrat in a state Republicans have recently dominated.
Chicago TV sports shakeup: Lou Canellis jumps from Fox 32 to NBC 5
The big move shifts the local landscape.
Extreme sports stars aim for world records at Mesa's Revel Surf Park
Colby Raha will attempt a 300-foot motorbike jump and record-breaking quarter pipe ride.
A strange in-between state of matter is finally observed
When materials become just one atom thick, melting no longer follows the familiar rules. Instead of jumping straight from solid to liquid, an unusual in-between state emerges, where atomic positions loosen like a liquid but still keep some solid-like order. Scientists at the University of Vienna have now captured this elusive “hexatic” phase in real time by filming an ultra-thin silver iodide crystal as it melted inside a protective graphene sandwich.
Alum braces sports business frontiers
Earlier this month, alumnus Kyle Pagan jumped from sports blog Crossing Broad to youth sports newsletter Buying Sandlot.
Bengals rookie grades feel incomplete going into critical offseason
The Bengals hope these rookie grades take a big jump in 2026.
Gov. Tina Kotek brings business leaders to the table to jump-start Oregon’s economy
The governor's push to spur economic growth comes months ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial election.
UK retail sales rebound in December as online jewellery spending jumps
Volumes rose unexpectedly in December, beating forecasts as demand for gold and silver strengthened
Kawhi Leonard embraces 3-point shooting to lift Clippers
Kawhi Leonard has built his reputation on defense and a mid-range game featuring a deadly fadeaway jumper. While the Los Angeles Clippers were losing 19 of 22 games from November through mid-December, Leonard went to coach Tyronn Lue and said he was going to try shooting 12 3-pointers a game. "You’re going to see,” Leonard replied.
550-pound Ice Age kangaroos could still hop
Just probably not as far as today’s marsupials.
Dallas Cowboys jump ahead of Packers for defensive coordinator target
Christian Parker interviewed with both the Cowboys and Packers on Wednesday, but Dallas was ready to make a decision.
Bulls need to change business of basketball or continue to get jumped
The last two years have been a reminder of the Bulls staying stagnant while other teams in the East figure out a path forward and move ahead. If executive Arturas Karnisovas isn't careful expect more teams to figure out a better future.
2026 Men's NCAA Tournament Projections: Duke Jumps to No. 1 Seed, Texas Tech Rises
FOX Sports bracket forecaster Mike DeCourcy delivers his latest men's NCAA Tournament bracket predictions.
Jimmy Butler takes No. 2 spot in updated most unflattering sports card rankings
A puzzling new patch jumps high up our rankings of memorably bad sports cards.
The playground politicking around Robert Jenrick’s jump
Letters: Madhan Street reflects on the language used to talk about Robert Jenrick’s defection and Dr Anthony Isaacs calls for cooperation to counter a Conservative/Reform alliance
I'm Not a Gamer, but This Stunningly Real 3D Tech Makes Me Want to Be
Leia's Immersity feature makes both games and movies appear to jump out, no glasses or headset needed.
ChatGPT's AI Health-Care Push Has a Fatal Flaw
OpenAI and Anthropic have both announced big plans to enter healthcare, with a consumer-focused tool called ChatGPT Health and a version of the chatbot Claude that can help clinicians figure out a diagnosis and write medical notes. Notably absent from this flurry of announcements is Google. Its Gemini chatbot is one of the most popular and capable, so why not jump into the lucrative health market too? Perhaps because Google knows from experience that such an effort can backfire spectacularly.
Why AMC Entertainment (AMC) Stock Is Trading Up Today
Shares of theater company AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) jumped 3.8% in the afternoon session after a recent surge in box office attendance, followed the successful release of "Avatar: Fire and Ash."
Free Play Days – EA Sports Takeover 2026
This week, Free Play Days brings an EA Sports takeover - jump into the latest EA Sports for free between January 15 - 18.
Business spending on OpenAI models jumps to a record, new data shows
OpenAI leads enterprise AI adoption among US businesses, outpacing Anthropic and Google. Ramp data shows rising paid usage in December 2025.
2026 Men's NCAA Tournament Projections: Nebraska Jumps to No. 1 Seed, Michigan Falls
FOX Sports bracket forecaster Mike DeCourcy delivers his latest men's NCAA tournament bracket predictions.
New Super Bowl 2026 odds entering divisional round: Patriots make big jump
Examining the latest Super Bowl odds
U.S. Small-Business Confidence Rises Amid Brighter Outlook Expectations
Small-business confidence in the U.S. rose in December, driven by a jump in those expecting better business conditions going forward.
Bracketology: Wisconsin in field of 68; Vanderbilt jumps to a No. 1 seed
Stunning weekend upsets shook up the projected NCAA Tournament bracket
BoA Parts Ways With SM Entertainment After 25 Years
Singer BoA is concluding her 25-year journey with her agency SM Entertainment. On January 12, SM Entertainment issued an official statement announcing, “After extensive and in-depth discussions with BoA, we have agreed to conclude our 25-year partnership as of December 31, 2025.” Read the full statement below: Hello, this is SM Entertainment. First, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to Jumping BoA (BoA's official fan club) and everyone who has always loved and supported artist BoA. After extensive and in-depth discussions with BoA, we have agreed to conclude our 25-year journey together as of December 31, 2025. Debuting in 2000 at the age of 13, BoA has, now past the 25th anniversary of her debut, been beloved by global music fans as an “icon of global expansion” who pioneered the Korean Wave across Asia and as the “Star of Asia,” and she has become a role model for countless junior artists driving the K-pop boom. As a trailblazer and pioneer, BoA’s journey has shone thanks to her relentless effort and passion, leaving brilliant achievements and unparalleled records. From her extraordinary debut that wrote a new chapter in Korean popular music history to her present growth as a No.1 artist and producer, we remember every moment, and it has been a true honor for our company to walk alongside her every step of the way. For 25 years, BoA has been, without question, the pride, joy, and symbol of SM. Although our exclusive contract is coming to an end, we will continue to support BoA as she fully demonstrates her capabilities in the new activities and challenges ahead, and we hope she will shine even brighter as the “Star of Asia.” We ask for your continued love and support for BoA as she embarks on this new chapter. We also support the future of Kwon BoA the person, beyond the artist, and sincerely wish her happiness. Thank you. The agency also released a tribute video commemorating BoA's 25-year long journey with SM. Watch the full video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjLQFtT3dCk Following the announcement, BoA took to her Instagram to share her feelings as below: Having given and received without holding back, I leave without regrets.I’m grateful for the time we shared and will continue to support the ever-shining SM Entertainment. Thank you. https://www.instagram.com/p/DTZxmAeEk6f/?img_index=1 Wishing BoA all the best on her new journey! Source (1)
Dr. Frederick Haynes talks about his move from pastor to politician
The longtime pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church, Dr. Frederick Haynes, surprised many when he jumped in to run in Congressional District 30, the seat based in southern Dallas County. He speaks with Lone Star Politics about why he entered the race and what happens next.
Jumpstart your year with these games under $30!
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Kari Lake's trust buys Iowa condo, renewing political speculation
The purchase has again jumpstarted speculation the Iowa native could be eyeing a future political run by establishing residency in the Hawkeye State.
Intel stock jumps after unveiling next-gen AI PC processors By Investing.com
Intel stock jumps after unveiling next-gen AI PC processors
Telehealth companies swoop in to offer Wegovy pill
In this edition of STAT's Health Tech: Telehealth jumps on the Wegovy pill bandwagon, Neuralink's grand vision collides with reality, and more
What's New And Streaming On Hulu In January
Jumpstart your new year with these titles heading to Hulu.
Dems jump on health care messaging amid disastrous premium spike
Let’s be clear about who’s getting hit the hardest: the so-called “missing middle,” who are doing everything “right” and still getting squeezed.
4 Simple Activities That Will Jumpstart Your Health This January, According to Experts
For each week in January, hone in on one aspect of your health, and create the structure you need for lasting change.
The science behind ‘new year, new me’
UCLA professor Hengchen Dai has done the research on how the “fresh-start effect” can jump-start your new year’s resolutions.
Men's College Basketball Rankings: Nebraska Jumps, While UNC, Louisville Tumble
FOX Sports' Casey Jacobsen shares the latest college basketball rankings, with several teams making moves this week.
When ski jumping came to Hampstead Heath
The story of how 100,000 Londoners flocked to Hampstead Heath to marvel at an unlikely spectacle.
Google ex-CEO Eric Schmidt jumps into the AI data center business with a failed, 150-year-old Texas railroad turned oil giant
Bolt and Texas Pacific Land aim to attract hyperscalers with bespoke land, power, and water services for data center campuses.
Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt jumps into the AI data center business with a failed, 150-year-old Texas railroad turned oil giant
Offering bespoke services for hyperscalers, on lots of empty land.
Pennsylvania business owner says her health insurance more than tripled after ACA premiums jumped
Report: Tennessee business tax revenue jumped 29% amid fewer refunds in 2025
Tennessee collected far more money from business taxes last year — but state financial records show the jump had less to do with a booming economy and more to d
25th Anniversary Log-in Unlock
All year long, we’ll be celebrating 25 years of Halo with reminiscences and retrospectives on the series that changed gaming forever. Share your favorite Halo memories on social media using hashtag #Halo25Together for a chance to be featured in our official anniversary Halobration! To start the party right, jump into Halo Infinite any time this […]
Wizards’ CJ McCollum buries Bucks with tough game-winner
CJ McCollum’s last-second jumper gives the Wizards a 114-113 win over the Bucks, closing out 2025 with a bang.
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
One Health: Can science help prevent pandemics?
Scientists are certain that it’s only a matter of time before the next pandemic strikes. Pathogens jump regularly from animals to humans. But the risks that such zoonoses pose can be reduced.
From record-tying jumps to historic championships: New Mexico's top prep sports moments in 2025.
Volcano Vista's basketball dynasty, Sandia's long-awaited baseball title, and a 55-year-old track record finally matched made 2025 unforgettable for New Mexico high school sports fans.
Entrepreneurs compete for $10,000 through Stark County business program
Five local entrepreneurs recently graduated from JumpStart’s Stark County Small Business Impact Program. One received a check for $10,000.
Intel Jaguar Shores reportedly set to use HBM4E memory
Next-Gen Gaudi successor to use HBM4E Leaker claims Intel Jaguar Shores may jump to HBM4E, not HBM4 Intel's next data center accelerator platform, Jaguar
Stock up now on these items before prices jump in early 2026, Wells Fargo says
Retail experts say now is the time to buy goods before prices rise as tariff-related costs could be passed along to consumers in the new year.
Health insurance costs spike for businesses, workers after pandemic
New data shows employer-sponsored health insurance costs in California jumped sharply from 2022 to 2025, rising twice as fast as inflation while shifting more costs onto workers and employers.
The best distraction blockers to jumpstart your focus in the new year
Whether you need to limit social media scrolling or block off time to be productive, there are different tools that can help you stay on task
AFC North Recap Week 16: Steelers jump to overwhelming favorites
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ playoff odds surged in Week 16 while the Baltimore Ravens’ plummeted.
Boston health officials urge flu shots as cases jump 114%
Officials said the surge is occurring a month earlier than last flu season, when similar levels were not reached until January.
When your student-loan payment jumps from $86 to $689
David Chatman, 51, said he's going through bankruptcy proceedings because he cannot afford his student-loan payments without the SAVE plan.
Is winter warmer in Sacramento than it was 50 years ago? What the science says
Climate change has warmed Sacramento’s winters, shrinking Sierra snowpack and threatening water supplies statewide.
College basketball power rankings: Duke, Arizona move up
The undefeated Vanderbilt Commodores made a big jump in this week's Power Rankings.
Oracle stock jumps 5% as cloud provider joins investor group to run TikTok's U.S. business
The new joint venture will prevent TikTok from shutting down in the U.S. due to national security concerns.
GOP seizes on Dem civil war as progressives jump into key 2026 Senate races: ‘They're in shambles’
Progressive Democrats enter competitive Senate primaries amid party divisions, with Rep. Jasmine Crockett's Texas campaign highlighting ideological rifts.
Tariffs take a bit out of mom-and-pop stores as small business profit growth turns negative for first time in 18 months, BofA says
The NFIB survey never saw such a big jump in small businesses raising prices as it did between October and November.
US Business Activity Growth Slows While Price Pressures Mount
US business activity expanded in December at the slowest pace in six months, while a measure of input prices jumped to a more than three-year high.