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James Rodriguez to Minnesota United: Colombian midfielder remains star passer

Coming off a stint at Leon, and looking forward towards the World Cup, the attacking midfielder still has a lot to offer Minnesota

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Feb 6 • 4:12 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Experts Warn: The Dangerous Blur Between Science and Wellness in Mental Health Bestsellers

A marketplace where labels blur In many bookstores, titles rooted in clinical science sit inches from glossy self-help guides promising instant serenity. That proximity can make rigorous research look interchangeable with lifestyle advice, especially when everything shares the same bright displays. Readers encounter a single aisle labeled “psychology,” even when the content ranges from peer-reviewed evidence to spiritual rituals. The result is a subtle but pervasive blur, turning a complex health landscape into a grab-bag of mixed claims. Why the shelves can mislead Retail categories are built for convenience, not for methodological clarity or clinical accuracy. When “development personal” or “wellness” becomes the default bin, evidence-based psychology competes with coaching manifestos and mystical manuals. The visual language of covers—calming color palettes, confident subtitles, glowing endorsements—flattens the distinction between randomized trials and anecdotal wisdom. In that aesthetic harmony, a guide on cognitive behavioral therapy may appear no more “serious” than a book on moon manifestation. The stakes for readers and patients Confusion carries real risks, including delayed care when people self-treat serious symptoms with untested routines. Vulnerable readers—facing depression, trauma, or anxiety—may be swayed by charismatic voices over careful data. Some messages frame recovery as pure willpower, which can amplify shame when symptoms persist despite effort. Others overpromise universal solutions, ignoring cultural context, diagnostic nuance, and comorbidity. “Shelving is not neutral; it shapes beliefs, expectations, and choices.” What professionals and retailers are asking Clinicians and public-health experts argue for clear, readable signage that separates science-based mental health from broader wellness. Books by licensed psychiatrists or psychologists that cite peer-reviewed studies could be grouped under “Evidence-Based Mental Health.” Adjacent space might host reflective memoirs, coaching workbooks, or contemplative philosophy—valuable in their way, but clearly labeled as non-clinical guidance. Booksellers emphasize their dual role as cultural curators and commercial actors, noting they respond to demand while striving for quality standards. How clarity could look and feel The goal is not to police ideas, but to help readers navigate with confidence. Transparent categorization respects reader autonomy while lifting the signal of credible practice. Clear tags—such as “scientific references,” “clinical overview,” or “personal narrative”—can work like map legends, turning a maze into a route. And when a book blends modes, hybrid labels can acknowledge both insight and limitation. A practical checklist for choosing wisely Check the author’s credentials: clinical license, academic affiliation, or relevant training. Scan the references: citations to peer-reviewed journals or reputable guidelines. Look for scope limits: clear statements about who the book is and isn’t for, and when to seek care. Seek methods, not miracles: approaches tested across diverse groups, with measurable outcomes. Watch the language: be wary of absolute claims, stigmatizing tones, or one-size-fits-all promises. Cross-verify with trusted bodies: national psychology associations or public-health agencies. The publisher’s responsibility Publishers can raise the bar by standardizing disclosure on methods, sample sizes, and limitations. Editorial policies could require conflict-of-interest statements, transparent citations, and plain-language summaries of evidence. Marketing should avoid medicalized framing for books that lack clinical validation, even when sales incentives press for bold claims. When a manuscript mixes reflection with research, honest jacket copy can prevent false equivalence. Coexisting without confusion Wellness writing can offer genuine comfort, perspective, and daily habits that support well-being. Scientific texts can provide structured tools, validated therapies, and realistic expectations for progress. The aim is to let these strands coexist, while giving readers the navigational cues to tell them apart. With clearer shelves, informed labels, and modest design tweaks, we can protect reader trust—and keep the aisle both inviting and intelligent.

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Feb 6 • 3:13 PM EST • Science • iowaparkleader.com
GOP Ignoring Rise in Health-Care Costs Won’t Make It Go Away

As Republicans fail to address rising Obamacare premium costs for 20 million Americans, it’s becoming a more and more potent midterms issue.

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Feb 6 • 2:35 PM EST • Health • nymag.com
Randy Groomes connects business and public service

From an early age, Randy Groomes found a connection between education and community. Groomes became active in 4-H as a sixth grader, and he’s carried

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Feb 6 • 1:14 PM EST • Business • news.uga.edu
Joby Aviation becomes newest partner of Sharks Sports & Entertainment

Sharks Sports & Entertainment (SSE) announced today a partnership that makes Joby Aviation a proud partner of the San Jose Sharks and naming partner on the new Reimagination Studio. As part of the collaboration, Sharks Sports & Entertainment will work exclusively with Joby Aviation to explore vertiport development in the

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Feb 6 • 1:00 PM EST • Sports • nhl.com
Joby Aviation becomes newest partner of Sharks Sports & Entertainment

Sharks Sports & Entertainment (SSE) announced today a partnership that makes Joby Aviation a proud partner of the San Jose Sharks and naming partner on the new Reimagination Studio. As part of the collaboration, Sharks Sports & Entertainment will work exclusively with Joby Aviation to explore vertiport development in the

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Feb 6 • 1:00 PM EST • Entertainment • nhl.com
Game On: How Betting Became the Most Powerful Player in Sports

Koo Yul Kim, a researcher at UNC, shares insights into the marketing, impacts and future of sports betting platforms.

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Feb 6 • 12:20 PM EST • Sports • unco.edu
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Headwinds in GoodRx’s (GDRX) Drug Prescription Business Draw Cautious View from Jefferies

GoodRx Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:GDRX) is one of the best stocks under $3 to invest in, although one firm had recently become neutral on the stock. On January 22, analysts at Jefferies lowered their rating on GoodRx Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:GDRX) to Hold from Buy and cut the price target to $2.75 from $5.25. According to Jefferies, […]

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Feb 6 • 11:16 AM EST • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Apple is scaling back plans for new AI-based health coach service

The initiative, code-named Mulberry, was wound down in recent weeks, according to the people, who asked not to be identified because the move wasn’t public.

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Feb 6 • 10:30 AM EST • Health • mercurynews.com
How Bad Bunny became a political icon

Ahead of his highly anticipated Super Bowl LX performance, we revisit nine key moments that led the reggaetón star to become the profoundly anti-colonial voice he is today

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Feb 6 • 8:13 AM EST • Politics • dazeddigital.com
Why colorectal cancer breaks the immune system’s rules

Colorectal cancer has long baffled scientists because, unlike most tumors, patients often do better when their cancers are packed with immune-suppressing regulatory T cells. New research finally explains why. Scientists discovered that these T cells aren’t all the same: one subtype actually helps keep tumors in check, while another shields cancer from immune attack. The balance between these “good” and “bad” cells can determine whether a tumor grows or shrinks.

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Feb 6 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
11 new researchers become Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellows

Cornell researchers interested in diverse topics ranging from peptide engineering and cellular metabolites to quantum physics and sustainable computing are among the newest cohort selected by the Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellows program.

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Feb 6 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • as.cornell.edu
How does brain rot shape our politics?

Absurdist internet slang and content dubbed “brain rot” has become increasingly prevalent online in recent years, shaping public interactions and modern politics.

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Feb 6 • 6:05 AM EST • Politics • pittnews.com
Opinion | How sports are defying secularization

The Super Bowl shows how football and faith have become intertwined.

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Feb 6 • 6:00 AM EST • Sports • washingtonpost.com
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.

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Feb 6 • 5:00 AM EST • Sports • npr.org
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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.

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Feb 6 • 3:58 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
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Matthew Stafford named NFL MVP, becomes oldest QB to win award for first time

This is the 13th straight season where a QB has won MVP

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Feb 5 • 10:48 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
11 new researchers become Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellows

The new cohort will investigate the use of AI to advance exploration in science, technology and engineering.

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Feb 5 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • news.cornell.edu
MS county business becomes shelter for winter storm victims
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Feb 5 • 4:52 PM EST • Business • yahoo.com
Inside Will Campbell's Friday morning news recaps during team meetings

Patriots rookie Will Campbell's Friday morning newsletters have become many of the players' favorite part of the day.

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Feb 5 • 4:51 PM EST • Sports • patriotswire.usatoday.com
Frozen on the ice: The brain science behind perfect Olympic timing

Olympic skiers, bobsledders and speed skaters all have to master one critical moment: when to start. As athletes prepare for the upcoming Winter Olympics, that split second is in the spotlight because ...

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Feb 5 • 4:20 PM EST • Science • medicalxpress.com
Tim Cook Teases Plans for Apple's Upcoming 50th Anniversary

Apple turns 50 this year, and its CEO Tim Cook has promised to celebrate the milestone. The big day falls on April 1, 2026. "I've been unusually reflective lately about Apple because we have been working on what do we do to mark this moment," Cook told employees today, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. "When you really stop and pause and think about the last 50 years, it makes your heart sing. It really does. I promise some celebration".

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Feb 5 • 3:54 PM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
What Catalysts Are Reframing The Narrative For First Business Financial Services (FBIZ)

First Business Financial Services has seen its modeled fair value move from $58.20 to $67.25, with a slightly lower discount rate and more measured revenue growth assumptions sitting alongside a higher view of earnings efficiency. Supportive analysts argue this updated target lines up better with what they view as solid earnings quality and more consistent performance expectations, while more cautious voices see less room for error if those assumptions are not met. As you read on, you will...

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Feb 5 • 1:11 PM EST • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Black hole outburst 'Jetty McJetface' is one of the most energetic objects in the universe — and only growing brighter

Scientists say a jet from a previously studied supermassive black hole has grown brighter, becoming one of the most energetic events in the universe.

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Feb 5 • 1:05 PM EST • Science • livescience.com
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Mobile sports betting bill passes Mississippi House

Mobile sports betting passed the House, clearing its first hurdle to becoming Mississippi law. Now, it faces an unfriendly Senate again.

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Feb 5 • 11:46 AM EST • Sports • clarionledger.com
Exploring the science of sound with the Michigan Science Center
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Feb 5 • 11:18 AM EST • Science • cbsnews.com
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The Monkees Star’s Unforgettable Solo Song Was Originally a Flop

The Monkees singer’s 1971 single didn’t chart, but it became his most remembered TV moment.

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Feb 5 • 10:27 AM EST • Entertainment • parade.com
See how this Louisiana business became the largest outdoor advertising company in America

"Our audience is the driving public. As long as people get stuck in traffic, we’re in good shape."

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Feb 5 • 5:00 AM EST • Business • nola.com
Solace, soul, survival: the point of art in life

Artists respond, because that's what artists do; that's what they're for.

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Feb 5 • 4:45 AM EST • Entertainment • tuscaloosanews.com
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.

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Feb 5 • 3:00 AM EST • Sports • npr.org
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Dissecting Illinois’ complete performance in total drubbing of Northwestern

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois dominated Northwestern at the State Farm Center in round two of what should always be a closely contested “rivalry” game. Wednesday night was a forgettable chapter in that sense, because Illinois put together its most complete performance in conference play. And it’s the largest margin of victory in conference play this […]

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Feb 5 • 12:31 AM EST • Sports • thechampaignroom.com
Analysis: The Epstein storm could topple a world leader — but it’s not Trump

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was never mixed up with Jeffrey Epstein but is in grave peril of losing his job because of him.

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Feb 5 • 12:01 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
Illinois joins WHO network to respond to disease outbreaks after Trump pulls US out of global health body

Governor JB Pritzker pledges to put ‘science, preparedness and people’ first by participating in global response network

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Feb 4 • 6:11 PM EST • Health • theguardian.com
'Becoming' media moguls? Michelle Obama, Melania Trump pursue Hollywood

"Melania," the first lady's documentary offers a differing approach to the Obamas' turn in Hollywood after they exited the White House.

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Feb 4 • 3:05 PM EST • Politics • usatoday.com
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Elisabeth Hasselbeck returning to 'The View' after slamming Joy Behar, 'sinking' show

Elisabeth Hasselbeck will return to 'The View' after publicly slamming current cohost Joy Behar's coverage of Donald Trump's inauguration performer, Carrie Underwood.

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Feb 4 • 2:12 PM EST • Entertainment • ew.com
Olympic boxer Imane Khelif wants to fight – but only in the ring. She’s prepared to take a test to do so

Imane Khelif, the Olympic Algerian boxer who became a political target following her 2024 Paris Games win speaks exclusively to CNN about private details of her troubles and her plan to fight back.

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Feb 4 • 2:00 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
Seahawks vs. Patriots Super Bowl LX Top Storylines

Super Bowl LX brings together two franchises shaped by history. The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots arrive from very different paths, meeting on the same stage with something to prove. While this Super Bowl matchup happened relatively recently in 2014 and became an instant classic, only the fanbases remain since then. Russell Wilson, Pete […] The post Seahawks vs. Patriots Super Bowl LX Top Storylines appeared first on The Lead.

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Feb 4 • 1:28 PM EST • Sports • theleadsm.com
Quebec fisherman reels in 244-pound, record-breaking Atlantic halibut — for science

Alain Hamel caught the largest Atlantic halibut ever recorded in the Saguenay Fjord on Saturday. Working with the local Fjord Museum, the ice fishing was part of a scientific project aiming to gain more information about the species.

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Feb 4 • 1:08 PM EST • Science • cbc.ca
Google Shows Off Pixel 10a Because It’s Done With Leaks
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Feb 4 • 12:35 PM EST • Technology • droid-life.com
States Join WHO Network After U.S. Withdrawal

Illinois on Tuesday followed in California’s footsteps to become the second state to join the World Health Organization’s pandemic response network after President Donald Trump withdrew the U.S. from the organization. The U.S. departure from WHO became official in late January, with the Department ...

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Feb 4 • 12:11 PM EST • Health • usnews.com
Trump admin. attorney leaves Minnesota after telling judge her job ‘sucks’ amid crush of immigration cases

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement attorney detailed to Minnesota to help handle the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities has been removed from her post after telling a judge that the job “sucks” because of the crushing workload and the government’s apparent inability to comply with court orders.

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Feb 4 • 11:04 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
‘ICE is not welcome’: urban raids, capacity and the politics of US immigration enforcement

Immigration enforcement in USA has become a highly visible, confrontational and politically charged form of policing.

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Feb 4 • 10:51 AM EST • Politics • realinstitutoelcano.org
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Trump’s Call to ‘Nationalize’ Elections Adds to State Officials’ Alarm

Some top state election officials, who run voting across the country, worry that the federal government has become hostile to them and their work.

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Feb 4 • 10:28 AM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
FBI Couldn’t Get into WaPo Reporter’s iPhone Because It Had Lockdown Mode Enabled

Lockdown Mode is a sometimes overlooked feature of Apple devices that broadly make them harder to hack. A court record indicates the feature might be effective at stopping third parties unlocking someone's device. At least for now.

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Feb 4 • 9:05 AM EST • Technology • 404media.co
Nintendo Switch becomes gaming giant's best-selling console in history

The Super Mario maker said 155 million units of the console have now been sold overall.

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Feb 4 • 6:51 AM EST • Technology • bbc.com
Chicago's quantum park lands another global player

Israel-based Quantum Machines will open a lab at Chicago’s South Works site, adding momentum to Illinois’ $500 million push to become a global hub for quantum computing.

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Feb 4 • 6:51 AM EST • Business • chicagobusiness.com
From foster care to skincare, Victorville mother finds path to healing with her business

A local businesswoman is sharing her story of how she transformed her life and became the founder of a growing Black-owned skincare brand born out of a need to treat her son's severe eczema.

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Feb 4 • 1:56 AM EST • Business • abc7.com
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Thinking About Marijuana After 65? Doctors Warn of Overlooked Health Risks

Many people are using marijuana for medical reasons, and it may provide benefits for some. However, Stanford Medicine experts warn that older adults, in particular, should be mindful of the potential health risks. Eloise Theisen had no plans to become a medical cannabis expert. Now a geriatric

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Feb 3 • 11:11 PM EST • Health • scitechdaily.com
Vikings TE Coach Brian Angelichio to Join Steelers Staff

It appears there will be another vacancy after all

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Feb 3 • 10:13 PM EST • Sports • dailynorseman.com
Kobie Turner extension should be atop Rams’ to-do list

All attention is on the Rams re-signing Puka Nacua, but we cannot forget about Kobie Turner

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Feb 3 • 10:07 PM EST • Sports • turfshowtimes.com
Bernie Sanders: ICE has become Trump’s ‘domestic army’
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Feb 3 • 9:53 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Exposure to low-credibility online health content is limited and is concentrated among older adults

Nature Aging - Concerns over health misinformation online are becoming increasingly important. Here the authors show that older adults are more likely than younger people to encounter...

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Feb 3 • 7:00 PM EST • Health • nature.com
A hidden cellular process may drive aging and disease

As we age, our cells don’t just wear down—they reorganize. Researchers found that cells actively remodel a key structure called the endoplasmic reticulum, reducing protein-producing regions while preserving fat-related ones. This process, driven by ER-phagy, is tied to lifespan and healthy aging. Because these changes happen early, they could help trigger later disease—or offer a chance to stop it.

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Feb 3 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro Launch Imminent as Reseller Stock Dwindles

New M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models are slated to launch in the near future, according to information shared with MacRumors by an Apple Premium Reseller. The third-party Apple retailer said that MacBook Pro stock is very low currently because there is an imminent new product introduction. Apple typically coordinates supply with retail stores ahead of a new model launch to avoid leaving resellers with too many outdated machines.

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Feb 3 • 3:12 PM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
This 3D Printer Just Broke My Tests, Because the Future Is Here

I've never seen a 3D printer complete my tests as well as the Bambu Lab H2C.

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Feb 3 • 2:37 PM EST • Technology • cnet.com
Political Science Alumnus develops world’s first cultivated salmon

Driven by a mission to address global food insecurity while protecting vulnerable ecosystems, UC Berkeley Political Science alum Justin Kolbeck co-founded Wildtype, the world’s first cultivated

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Feb 3 • 2:33 PM EST • Science • ls.berkeley.edu
Original Nintendo Switch passes the DS to become Nintendo's bestselling console

Switch 2 has already beaten the Wii U and is on its way to overtaking GameCube.

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Feb 3 • 1:56 PM EST • Technology • arstechnica.com
Patriots’ Stefon Diggs Finally Gets Chance To Answer Viral Question

Stefon Diggs is one of the most recognizable faces in football, but his introduction to the general public didn’t have anything to do with his on-field accomplishments. Diggs, long before becoming an enigmatic superstar for the Minnesota Vikings, Buffalo Bills, Houston Texans and New England Patriots, was just a young player looking to find his […]

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Feb 3 • 1:41 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
ECU Health Chief Nursing Executive Trish Baise named 2025 CNO to know by Becker’s Hospital Review

Recognition highlights Baise’s leadership in advancing rural health care

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Feb 3 • 1:12 PM EST • Health • ecuhealth.org
Becoming a parent pushed me to leave corporate life

Shawn Asselin explains how frustration with men's underwear led him to quit corporate life and build a fast-growing brand.

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Feb 3 • 10:07 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
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The McLaren Artura Spider just became a rolling trophy celebrating its 10th Constructors’ Championship with only 10 ultra rare cars

The McLaren Artura Spider has been revealed for a very special purpose, and only a handful of people will ever get to see it in the metal

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Feb 3 • 7:13 AM EST • Technology • supercarblondie.com
Have the politics of ICE flipped?

Immigration enforcement was supposed to be President Trump's winning issue. Instead, it's become the rare fight where Democrats are on offense.

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Feb 3 • 6:00 AM EST • Politics • ms.now
CEC Entertainment names CEO amid expansion push

CFO Scott Drake will become CEO and president of the eatertainment giant beginning Feb. 13, succeeding David McKillips, who has served in the post since 2020.

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Feb 3 • 4:40 AM EST • Entertainment • restaurantdive.com
Fearing ICE crackdown, immigrants nationally are avoiding treatment, sometimes with dire consequences

Doctors nationally are describing harrowing consequences for patients who put off medical care because of fears of ICE.

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Feb 3 • 4:30 AM EST • Health • statnews.com
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The Switch just surpassed the DS as Nintendo's best-selling console ever

The orginal Switch just became Nintendo’s best-selling console ever with 155.37 million units sold as of December 31, 2025.

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Feb 3 • 3:37 AM EST • Technology • engadget.com
Autism: myth-busting and what scientists still don't know : Short Wave

Autism has a long history of misinformation that continues to today. The Trump administration has perpetuated some of this misinformation in the last year. Among other things, officials have claimed certain groups of people don’t get the condition and that taking Tylenol while pregnant causes autism to later develop in children. Today, NPR Science Correspondent Jon Hamilton sets the record straight with host Emily Kwong on what scientists do and don’t know about autism. If you liked this episode, check out our episodes on an Autism researcher’s take on Trump’s claims about Tylenol and a Fragile X treatment that may be on the horizon.Interested in more science in the news? 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 Damian Herring.

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Feb 3 • 3:00 AM EST • Science • npr.org
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Patriots Veteran Made Predictable Choice At Super Bowl Opening Night

New England Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins didn’t wear shoes to Super Bowl Opening Night on Monday. Surprised? No, of course you aren’t! Hollins, who says that he only wears shoes when necessary and likes being barefoot because it strengthens his feet, ankles, and knees, once again let those things breathe during his media availability […]

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Feb 3 • 12:58 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Florida State Became College Sports’ Debt King in FY25

FSU saw athletics related debt balloon to $437 million in a fiscal cycle after issuing bonds to cover stadium renovations and a new football center.

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Feb 3 • 12:01 AM EST • Sports • sportico.com
Former Bengals standout Domata Peko accepts coaching job with Steelers

Domata Peko is set to become an AFC North defensive line coach…

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Feb 2 • 10:56 PM EST • Sports • cincyjungle.com
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico’s campaign roiled as he denies referring to ex-rival as ‘mediocre Black man’

With now just a month to go until Election Day, the Democratic primary for US Senate in Texas has become so fraught that a TikToker’s accusations have roiled the race and prompted a major endorsement in the backlash.

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Feb 2 • 9:34 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Barbecue restaurant hoping to bounce back after winter storm

Lexington restaurant trying to move forward after being sandwiched by winter storms.

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Feb 2 • 8:47 PM EST • Business • spectrumlocalnews.com
Patriots’ Drake Maye Gives Answer To Famous Tom Brady Question

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye was asked a familiar question during Super Bowl Opening Night on Monday. “Who is your hero?” If that sounds familiar, it’s probably because you remember when that same question was asked to Tom Brady prior to Super Bowl LI. “Who’s my hero? That’s a great question. Well, I think […]

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Feb 2 • 8:31 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Fuller: The Rule of Law is America’s way out of political violence

The Rule of Law is not an abstraction. It is the guardrail that keeps disagreement from becoming destruction.

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Feb 2 • 8:00 PM EST • Politics • detroitnews.com
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The summer I became a science journalist

Mason Wakley on being a science writer intern at the Royal Society of Chemistry

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Feb 2 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • chemistryworld.com
The U.S. Has Exited the World Health Organization. Here's What That Means for the Country

The U.S. departure from the World Health Organization became official in late January 2026, according to the Trump administration – a year after President Donald Trump signed an executive order on inauguration day of his second term declaring that he was doing so. He first stated his intention to ...

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Feb 2 • 5:13 PM EST • Health • usnews.com
Anthony Weaver leaves Miami Dolphins for Baltimore Ravens

Weaver to become defensive coordinator for Ravens.

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Feb 2 • 2:41 PM EST • Sports • thephinsider.com
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.

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Feb 2 • 2:33 PM EST • Business • washingtonpost.com
Legacy Lawns Begins With a Question: What Happens to a Great Business When the Founder Is Ready to Step Back?

National Lawn Care Platform Launches to Preserve Legacy Businesses Through People-First PartnershipsGAINESVILLE, Ga., Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For most lawn care owners, the business isn’t just a company. It’s years of early mornings, customer relationships built one yard at a time, employees who became family, and a reputation earned slowly through consistency and care. But when it’s time to retire, step back, or simply breathe again, the question becomes painfully simple: Who will pro

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Feb 2 • 1:53 PM EST • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Measles case reported in Dane County, Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services says

Wisconsin Department of Health Services and Public Health Madison-Dane County said the person became exposed to the illness during international travel.

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Feb 2 • 1:43 PM EST • Health • wmtv15news.com
I tried a Claude Code alternative that's local, open source, and completely free

I was curious if Block's Goose agent, paired with Ollama and the Qwen3-coder model, could really replace Claude Code. Here's how I got started.

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Feb 2 • 9:30 AM EST • Technology • zdnet.com
Takeaways about PFAS contamination of private drinking water wells

Because there aren’t national rules limiting PFAS in private wells, responsibility falls to the states.

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Feb 2 • 8:44 AM EST • Health • spectrumnews1.com
One of Earth’s most abundant lifeforms has a fatal flaw

SAR11 bacteria dominate the world’s oceans by being incredibly efficient, shedding genes to survive in nutrient-poor waters. But that extreme streamlining appears to backfire when conditions change. Under stress, many cells keep copying their DNA without dividing, creating abnormal cells that grow large and die. This vulnerability may explain why SAR11 populations drop during phytoplankton blooms and could become more important as oceans grow less stable.

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Feb 2 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Colorado's mental health care providers face too many administrative burdens

Colorado should address the administrative burdens associated with becoming a credentialed mental health care provider on insurance panels.

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Feb 2 • 5:30 AM EST • Health • coloradonewsline.com
Social media broke political discourse. Civil service could repair it.

It should not come as a shock that American politics has become hostile, volatile, tribal, and polarized. These are all symptoms of overuse of technology that indulges and force-feeds our worst assumptions about each other.

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Feb 2 • 4:55 AM EST • Politics • newhampshirebulletin.com
From Y’all Street to Y’allywood: Texas is becoming an entertainment power center

An entertainment industry is burgeoning in Texas.

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Feb 2 • 2:30 AM EST • Entertainment • dallasnews.com
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US can’t isolate itself from the world of science

If things continue on the current trajectory, we will soon lack the ability to understand what the advances in science developed elsewhere mean and how we might exploit them.

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Feb 2 • 2:20 AM EST • Science • bostonglobe.com
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Eugenio Suárez returns to Reds on 1-year deal

Eugenio Suárez is returning to the Cincinnati Reds on a one-year deal. Here’s what to know.

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Feb 1 • 6:30 PM EST • Sports • cincinnati.com
Broncos' unsigned practice squad players set to become free agents

The Broncos' practice squad players who have not received reserve/future contracts are set to become free agents on Monday.

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Feb 1 • 6:17 PM EST • Sports • broncoswire.usatoday.com
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President Trump endorses John E. Sununu in closely watched N.H. race for US Senate

John E. Sununu is competing with Scott Brown, a fellow former US senator, for the GOP nomination, while Chris Pappas leads in the Democratic primary to see who will succeed Jeanne Shaheen.

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Feb 1 • 2:42 PM EST • Politics • bostonglobe.com
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The Times' top 25 high school basketball rankings

A look at the top 25 high school boys' basketball teams in the Southland this week.

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Feb 1 • 2:00 PM EST • Sports • latimes.com
Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak Reportedly Intends to Become Raiders' Next Head Coach

The Raiders appear set to win the Klint Kubiak sweepstakes.

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Feb 1 • 1:41 PM EST • Sports • foxsports.com
Sunday Standings: Time to believe?

Over the summer, a respected voice like Elliotte Friedman really drove home a lot of feelings about the Pittsburgh Penguins in a podcast: “It’s really hard to make deals right now because there are 31 teams in the NHL attempting to get better….then there is Pittsburgh” Turns out the signings of players like Anthony Mantha, […]

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Feb 1 • 11:44 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
This Bears rookie was dubbed a 'secret superstar' in 2025

Chicago Bears left tackle Ozzy Trapilo became a reliable contributor on offense during his rookie season.

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Feb 1 • 11:36 AM EST • Sports • bearswire.usatoday.com
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Phil Mickelson out of first two LIV Golf events because of family health matter

Mickelson announced his decision on Sunday morning, citing the need for he and his wife, Amy, to stay in the U.S. because of a family health matter.

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Feb 1 • 11:15 AM EST • Health • golfchannel.com
Patriots’ Offensive Line Has Already Made Super Bowl History

When New England Patriots rookies Will Campbell and Jared Wilson take the field for the Pats’ first offensive series in Super Bowl LX, they’ll have made history. That’s because the Patriots are about to become the first team to start two rookies in the offensive line in a Super Bowl. Both guys have been awesome […]

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Feb 1 • 11:00 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
QB competition imminent says Florida football OC Buster Faulkner

Buster Faulkner opens Florida’s QB battle, vowing to build the offense around whoever wins the job this spring.

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Feb 1 • 10:35 AM EST • Sports • gatorswire.usatoday.com
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A locally-produced health podcast returns with a spin-off show

After a monthslong hiatus, a local women's health podcast is back — and expanding.

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Feb 1 • 7:15 AM EST • Health • postbulletin.com
60 mind-blowing stats from 2025 NFL season: From Phillip Rivers to Cam Little and more

Get ready to take some Tylenol because your head is about to explode from all of these insane stats

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Feb 1 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to win Australian Open, becomes youngest player to complete career Grand Slam

Carlos Alcaraz beat Novak Djokovic in straight sets to win the 2026 Australian Open on Sunday, dashing Djokovic's hopes of a 25th Grand Slam victory and cementing his status as the No. 1 player in the world.

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Feb 1 • 6:49 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
What We Expect Athletes to Say Now

Not long ago, taking political stands almost seemed to become part of the job. These days, in another moment of social crisis, expectations have shifted.

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Feb 1 • 6:00 AM EST • Sports • newyorker.com