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What crocodile bones teach us about dinosaurs
Paleontologists have often determined how old a dinosaur was by counting the growth rings in its bones. Just like with trees, it was thought that each ring corresponded to a single year of age. But researchers who studied crocodiles at an outdoor recreation center near Cape Town appear to have poked a hole in that approach. In the crocodiles, which are some of the closest living relatives of dinosaurs, there was more than one growth ring laid down per year. The results contribute to a growing debate over the best way to age animals.Read more of freelance science reporter Ari Daniel’s story here.Interested in more on the future of 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.
In new memoir, Gov. Gavin Newsom reflects on his political rise
As California’s governor – and a topic of discussion among some as a possible 2028 presidential candidate – Gavin Newsom is an exceedingly public figure with a busy schedule to match. His new memoir, Young Man in a Hurry, provides a glimpse into Newsom’s rise to political prominence and his ongoing goal of self-discovery. In today’s episode, Newsom sits down with NPR’s Ailsa Chang to discuss his book, the question of his own relatability, and why he uses “playground insults”’ on social media to push back against the Trump administration.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookoftheday
Phoenix Suns cool down Charlotte Hornets as postseason hunt continues
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns ended their three-game homestand with a win on Sunday night, taking down a hot Charlotte Hornets team, 111-99. Mar 8, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie (12) makes a buzzer beater over Charlotte Hornets guard Sion James (4) during the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center.
Trump’s Iran war drags the world into his tear-it-down politics
America’s attitude toward allies leading up to the Iran war was the geopolitical equivalent of a slogan on a jacket once notoriously sported by first lady Melania Trump: “I Really Don’t Care. Do U?”
Well-organized pop-up protest draws sparse crowd of science supporters to downtown Logan
LOGAN – A well-organized protest drew a sparse crowd of science supporters to downtown Logan on Mar. 7.
Integris Health to close childcare centers, citing financial losses
Integris Health will shut down its childcare centers and Fun and Fit programs in August due to financial losses, highlighting a growing childcare crisis in Oklahoma.
Local business owners to share experiences at workshop for entrepreneurs
ESCANABA — Several downtown Escanaba business owners will share their experiences starting and developing businesses during the next Project Point workshop this Wednesday in Escanaba. The event is the second session in the “Project Point: Guiding Businesses to Success” series, designed to help Delta County entrepreneurs learn from local business leaders. The free workshop is […]
US science budgets have been spared. So why is no one celebrating?
The Trump administration’s proposals to eviscerate the NIH and NSF have been overturned in Congress after a year of cancelled programmes and legal wrangling. Yet as funding continues only to dribble out of downsized and politicised agencies, few believe that US science is out of the woods yet
Quick hits | No. 11 Illinois 78, Maryland 72
Beat writer Scott Richey breaks down the Illini's Big Ten road win against the Terrapins
Travis Kelce technically hits free agency tomorrow
The first question for veteran tight end Travis Kelce is whether he'll play in 2026.
Berry leads Memphis to 96-95 OT victory over Tulane
NEW ORLEANS (AP) Quante Berry scored 22 points to lead Memphis, including the winning free throws with 2.3 seconds left in overtime, and the Tigers took down Tulane 96-95 on Sunday.
Three takeaways from Nebraska men’s basketball overtime win against Iowa
No. 9 Nebraska men’s basketball (26-5, 15-5) took down Iowa (20-11, 10-10) at home on Senior Day, 84-75, on Sunday, March 8, in the Huskers’ final home game of the season.
Who won the 2026 LA Marathon? Full results
Nathan Martin hawked down Michael Kamau down the final stretch, overtaking him just steps ahead of the finish line. See the full results from the LA Marathon.
Bracketology: Top storylines, questions, seeding scenarios with a week until NCAA Tournament selection show
Here's the full rundown of where the Bracketology picture stands with a week until the field is announced
NHS is letting women down through ‘medical misogyny’, says report
Survey by Mumsnet shows half of female patients feel they have been ignored or dismissed by medics
Energy Secretary Chris Wright pledges gas prices will come down: ‘This is a weeks… not a months thing.’
Bracketology Bubble Watch: Risers and fallers following a day of epic carnage for NCAA Tournament hopefuls
With just a week until Selection Sunday, here's a breakdown of the convoluted bubble picture
WBD Sports Announces Historic First for Downhill as Elite Women Will Race Last at the Leogang World Cup
"This change marks a powerful shift in visibility, recognition and parity for women’s racing at the highest level."
NH's Business: Common Man Roadside business model
Fred Kocher sits down with Brad Pernaw with MGN to talk about the success of the Common Man roadside and restaurants across the state.
Ask Secretary of State candidates if they’re in favor of independent election audits
This part will disappoint angry people on Twitter: Relax. Put the pitchforks down. I am not relitigating the 2020 election or mail ballots or even Tina Peters. But I am saying people don’t trust elections like they used to. And here in Colorado we can do a rather simple thing to reverse that. And progressives […]
How Trump turmoil is driving more people to the therapist’s office: ‘This is all upside down’
As ‘political depression’ enters public discourse, therapists are encouraging people to engage with their communities
How Trump turmoil is driving more people to the therapist’s office: ‘This is all upside down’
As ‘political depression’ enters public discourse, therapists are encouraging people to engage with their communities
World Baseball Classic schedule, scores: Sunday begins with big Japan-Australia showdown in Tokyo
March Madness bubble watch: Stock up, down heading into conference tournaments
With Selection Sunday a week away, teams on the bubble are running out of time to impress the NCAA tournament selection committee.
Homegrown CEO doubles down on downtown Toledo
Dan Nester, the founder, president, and CEO of Polaris Logistics Group, isn’t at all shy about where he comes from. “I’m a Toledo guy,” he said. “I’ve ...
Galaxy S26 Ultra Teardown Gives Us A Closer Look At Samsung’s Efforts To Make Battery Replacements A Breeze, And To Cool Relevant Components Effectively
One of the first teardowns of the Galaxy S26 Ultra shows how battery replacements have become simpler, not to mention properly cooling the components
Liberty takes down Sam Houston 79-72
LYNCHBURG, Va. (AP) Zach Cleveland's 19 points helped Liberty defeat Sam Houston 79-72 on Saturday.
Desert Double at Phoenix: Lead Keeps Changing Down the Stretch; Palou Wrecks
The INDYCAR circuit hits Phoenix Raceway with the Good Ranchers 250 on Saturday. Here are live updates from the desert showdown!
Pierre scores 18 to lift TCU past Cincinnati, 73-63
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) Jayden Pierre had 18 points, five rebounds and five assists, Liutauras Lelevicius added 14 points, and TCU took down Cincinnati 73-63 in a regular-season finale for both teams.
Orange County restaurants shut down by health inspectors (Feb. 26-March 5)
There were seven restaurants and food establishments ordered closed by Orange County inspectors from Feb. 26 to March 5.
Halle Berry reveals why she turned down interviews for a decade: 'I got tired of the same old story'
The actress shared how constant tabloid coverage led her to avoid interviews altogether.
Will Maxx Crosby get a new deal in Baltimore?
Current contract pays $29 million per year over next four years.
Injured Lindsey Vonn drops out of lead in season downhill standings
Lindsey Vonn had been atop the World Cup downhill standings all season, having been on the podium in every race ahead of Milano Cortina Olympics
The Senator Who Cost Kristi Noem Her Job
Trump was “mad as a murder hornet” at his former DHS secretary, according to the lawmaker who brought about her downfall.
Trump plans to revoke Biden tax rule that cracked down on big business abuses
The Biden administration said large partnerships were illegally avoiding hundreds of billions in taxes. Trump says they shouldn’t have to report the transactions.
Kristi Noem prioritized immigration over everything else in homeland security’s large portfolio. That wasn’t her downfall
During her short-lived tenure, the DHS secretary faced heavy criticism for eroding the core capabilities of a massive department that houses over 20 high-profile agencies – including the TSA, the US Coast Guard and ICE.
House lawmakers overwhelmingly reject proposal to legalize sports betting in Georgia
If you want to put your money down on your favorite sports team, you’re going to have to break state law. Sports betting is illegal in Georgia, and it’s likely to stay that way after a bill to legalize the practice went down in flames Friday in the state House, falling short ahead of a […]
Small business takes a chance on Denver's 16th Street amid revitalization effort in downtown area
Albany First Friday celebrates Women’s History Month, supports women-owned businesses
Albany’s downtown nightlife was on display during a special “First Friday” celebration tied to Women’s History Month.First Friday is a tradition in Albany where
Trump’s college sports roundtable: Two hours of talk, with few solutions
President promises an executive order to fix college sports, while the SCORE Act receives a boost. Here's a breakdown of the meeting.
President Trump plans to sign executive order to "save college sports"
At a time when there are far more important issues to address (one in particular), President Trump devoted time on Friday afternoon to a "Saving College Sports" roundtable.
Scientists discover protein that triggers diabetic blindness
A newly identified protein may hold the key to preventing diabetic blindness. Researchers discovered that LRG1 triggers the earliest damage in diabetic retinopathy by constricting tiny retinal blood vessels and reducing oxygen supply. In mice, shutting down this protein stopped the damage before it could take hold. The finding could pave the way for treatments that protect vision before symptoms ever begin.
FDA vaccine chief to leave the agency for a second time
Dr. Vinay Prasad will step down in April after a controversial year at the FDA.
Minneapolis activists, business owners and residents reflect on Kristi Noem’s departure
Minneapolis activists, business owners and residents reflect on Kristi Noem’s departure as Homeland Security secretary and explain how an immigration crackdown in Minnesota changed their lives.
How The Times Tracks Down the Connections Behind Trump’s Pardons
Reporters tapped sources, combed through public records and scrutinized social media to penetrate the web of influence and money underlying the president’s clemency grants.
A 124-year-old downtown Birmingham business is closing its doors
The company announced it is liquidating the inventory at this location on 2020 Third Avenue North.
Boys State Hockey Tournament bringing much-needed business to downtown St. Paul
Nancy Pelosi doubles down on defending Obama's strikes on Libya while attacking Trump: 'Read the law'
Nancy Pelosi defended her contrasting positions on military strikes, supporting Barack Obama's Libya attacks while condemning Donald Trump's Operation Epic Fury.
No more Noem mess. But don't pop the champagne yet
It's easy to celebrate the abrupt firing of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, whose tenure was marked by chaos and cruelty. But there's no reason to think her replacement will be better.
Drew Carey once ignored a heart attack and went back to work
Drew Carrey is looking back at the day in 2001 when he went out to dinner with his girlfriend and then taped his sitcom not knowing he’d just had a heart attack: 'I thought if you had a heart attack, you would go, "Ugh," and fall down like in a cartoon.'
Rady Children’s Health co-president and CEO steps down
The CEO and co-president of Rady Children’s Health is stepping down, the health care system announced on Thursday.
Pixel 11 Pro XL case renders may give first hint at design changes
Is the Pixel 11's camera bar slimming down? These case renders say maybe.
Ken Jennings Sets Record Straight If ‘Celebrity Jeopardy!’ Is Easier
Host addresses whether show has been 'dumbed down' for famous contestants.
Ken Jennings Sets Record Straight If ‘Celebrity Jeopardy!’ Is Easier
Host addresses whether show has been 'dumbed down' for famous contestants.
Apple iPhone 17 vs. iPhone 17e: Read This Before Spending the Extra $200
The new iPhone 17e is $200 cheaper than the iPhone 17—but does that lower price make it the better deal? We break down the key differences to find out which model delivers the best value.
Apple goes down market in its ‘big week’ of product rollouts with iPhone model that’s $200 cheaper than the base
The iPhone 17e, targeting budget-conscious shoppers, will include the same A19 chip as the one powering the base iPhone 17.
Finding Strength in Community: Heather’s Mental Health Journey
In light of new research from Special Olympics Health published in JAMA Network Open, Renee Dease, a longstanding member of the Special Olympics movement, sat down with Special Olympics Wisconsin athlete and Health Messenger, Heather Holland, to talk about mental health, stigma, and the power of community.
Is Amazon Automation a Profitable Passive Income Model — or Just an Overhyped Trend?
Let's break down the realities, risks and what investors should look for in a trustworthy, experienced operator.
Here’s What’s Impacting Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (FUN)
13D Activist Fund is a mutual fund that focuses on companies that are targeted by shareholder activists. The Fund released its Q4 2025 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. In Q4 2025, the I share (DDDIX) returned 0.40%, net of fees and expenses, versus 2.19% for the Russell 2000 Index. YTD, the […]
Scientists Are Tracking Down the Exact Location of Human Consciousness
It sounds like an oxymoron, but we could find the origin of consciousness in our brains using the brains of those who are unconscious.
Iran’s network of influence in the UK
Calls for government to clamp down on British charities accused of promoting Iranian ideology and interests
Whole Hog Politics: Reality bites Noem
[Watch Whole Hog Politics live: Join us today at 9 a.m. ET at TheHill.com as Chris Stirewalt and host Bill Sammon break down this week’s political news and answer questions from a live online audie…
US Premarket Movers: Gap, Marvell, Nutex Health, Nvidia, Samsara
S&P 500 Index futures are down 0.6% as of 7:45 a.m. in New York as oil climbs again, fanning concerns that the Middle East war is fueling inflation. Traders also await Friday’s jobs report.
Review quiz, Unclaimed Baggage finds, politics: Down in Alabama
Listen to "Down in Alabama" wherever you get your podcasts.
Pittsburgh 'Stand Up for Science' rally to bring attention to impacts of immigration crackdowns
The National “Stand Up for Science” day of action returns to Pittsburgh tomorrow for the second year in a row to protest government actions and policies affecting scientific institutions, research and researchers. This year’s rally will be at Allegheny Landing Park on the North Shore.
RAF jets could legally strike Iran’s missile bases, says David Lammy
Deputy prime minister says while jets currently only shooting down missiles, there is legal basis for them to do more
Representative Tony Gonzales Will Not Seek Re-election
Several House members had called for Mr. Gonzales, a Texas Republican, to step down after texts emerged showing his pursuit of a staff member who later killed herself.
Trump says he wants Iran's leadership structure gone and has preferences for a 'good leader'
In a phone call with NBC News, the president also downplayed the possibility of a ground invasion in Iran.
Top three free agent destinations for Tua Tagovailoa
With the NFL new league year approaching, the Miami Dolphins are moving on from their quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa. After an up-and-down tenure, he will be released at the beginning of the NFL’s new league year. While there are major questions…
Pentagon to label AI company Anthropic a supply chain risk
The Anthropic CEO refused to back down in talks with the administration over concerns its products could be used for mass surveillance of Americans
7 Things You Absolutely Shouldn't Do In Marathon
Stop doing Rook runs. Slow down. Quit shooting everything.
Live cattle futures up ahead of widespread direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were up waiting on direct business, feeders were down on profit taking. April live cattle closed $.17 higher at $238.52 and June live cattle closed $.10 higher at $235.27. April feeder cattle closed $1.75 lower at $359 and May feeder cattle closed $1.47 lower at $355.52. Direct cash […]
Every NFL offseason trade so far, graded: Breaking down the biggest deals around the league
The Bills, Rams and more teams have already made major moves. Here's how each trade grades out.
Amazon down for tens of thousands of users in apparent outage
Shoppers are reporting Amazon on Downdetector, saying the problems ranged from checkout and payment failures to incorrect or fluctuating prices.
'Everybody down!': BWC shows Austin officers stop mass shooting suspect in under a minute
Austin officers arrived within 56 seconds of the first 911 call, shooting and killing the suspect after he fired at police, Chief Lisa Davis said
Amazon down for thousands of users in US, Downdetector shows
Amazon was down for thousands of users on Thursday, according to Downdetector.com.
Trump says Kristi Noem is stepping down as homeland security secretary
The president said he would nominate Oklahoma Sen. Markwayne Mullin to replace her.
An Insurance Salesman Went Down a Wellness Rabbit Hole, and Started a Side Hustle In His Kitchen. Now It's On Track for $3M.
Brian Lizama was working as a senior vice president at a life insurance company, managing over 300 agents, when inspiration struck.
Britt hopes to negotiate end to DHS shutdown: ‘Put the safety of Americans before politics’
DHS is currently shut down after Congress failed to approve a continuing funding measure for the agency by the deadline.
Bracketology stock watch: Michigan State, Florida trending up while Kansas and SMU struggle
Here's the rundown of who is trending up and who is trending down in college basketball as conference tournaments approach
Breaking down the top 10 upcoming promotions for NC State sports
Every year, NC State’s athletics program brings out promotions that range from raising awareness on important issues to fun opportunities for kids. Correspondent Molly McCleary previews the most exciting among them.
Google starts calling out Android apps that drain your battery before you download them
Following its announcement last year, Google has started rolling out a warning in the Play Store that warns you of...
How to Build Generational Health: Family History, Habits, More
Dr. Heather Hirsch, a board-certified internist and women’s mid-life health expert, joins TODAY to explain generational health and the habits worth passing down to the next generation. She discusses why it matters, the importance of understanding your family health history and more.
Six Flags Entertainment shedding seven parks to EPR Properties
Six Flags (FUN) sells 7 parks to EPR for $331M to pay down debt and refocus on higher-growth parks after weak Q4 results.
MacBook Neo Expected to 'Reshape' Laptop Market in Major Way
Apple's new MacBook Neo could help the company grow notebook shipments by nearly 8% this year, even as the broader laptop market faces a hefty downturn, according to a new report from TrendForce. The research firm estimates global notebook shipments will fall 9.2% year-over-year in 2026, with the potential for steeper declines if demand stays weak. Rising memory and CPU costs are said to have pushed most PC makers to pare back their product lines and play it safe with inventory.
See Texas Tech pre-House settlement NIL funding by year, sport
Texas Tech athletics has released a breakdown of its annual NIL dollars by sport from July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2025.
When ICE came, Minneapolis created underground health networks. Should other cities?
The Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Minneapolis forced some families into hiding and catalyzed informal medical networks to deliver critical health care services inside homes.
Historic theater in downtown Berkley to evolve into concert venue
Glenn Wilhelm, owner of The Roxy in Rochester, has acquired the theater building on 12 Mile in an effort to bring live entertainment to downtown Berkley.
Glover scores 23 and Saint Joseph's downs Davidson 70-67
DAVIDSON, N.C. (AP) Jaiden Glover's 23 points helped Saint Joseph's defeat Davidson 70-67 on Wednesday.
Restaurant in 29 Palms says war in Iran has impacted its business
TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – As the potential for an American ground invasion of Iran remains in question, uncertainty looms in the High Desert. The City of Twentynine Palms is closely intertwined with their Marine neighbors to the north, just five miles away from downtown. Among the people who live and work in the area,
State officials join ceremony to commemorate Waterbury Hospital joining UConn Health
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Waterbury Hospital is now officially a part of the UConn Health Community Network. State leaders held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday celebrating the partnership that …
Dodgers Down Team Mexico in WBC Warmup
The Los Angeles Dodgers took down Team Mexico ahead of the World Baseball Classic on Wednesday, winning 7-5. Dalton Rushing had a great day at the plate,, going 2-for-3 with two RBIs, including an RBI triple. View this post on…
Standoff shuts down Richland business complex off George Washington Way
Police said they were looking for a wanted person.
Whiteland up, Cascade down. Takeaways from IHSAA classification numbers
Takeaways from classification numbers released by IHSAA. Cascade moving back down to 2A in football after winning state championship in 3A.
WATCH: Gov. Walz testifies that Trump's immigration crackdown hampered Minnesota's fraud fight
Rhode Island Life Science Hub CEO Mark Turco to step down
Turco’s last day will be March 11. His successor will inherit an agency with big ambitions, and a limited time to prove its worth.
Everything Apple announced: M5 chips, iPhone 17e, new displays
Apple dropped a ton of new hardware this week. Here's a breakdown.