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A surgeon performed the world's first remote robotic brain surgery
Dr. Homoud Aldahash sat three meters away from his patient as he removed a brain tumor via a robot.
World Baseball Classic: Who Is On Team USA's Roster?
The reigning AL MVP in Aaron Judge. Both Cy Young winners in Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes. Plenty of All-Stars and big names on Team USA.
Only 15 and already a PhD: this Belgian genius stunned the scientific world - Futura-Sciences
Laurent’s achievement isn’t just about age. It’s about accelerating possibilities in science — from ultracold quantum systems to ambitious visions of improving human biology and extending healthy life. His journey prompts discussion around talent, education and the pace of discovery in the 21st century. A prodigy rewrites the academic timeline...
Dodgers on 2026 World Baseball Classic rosters
Nine Dodgers players are representing countries in the WBC
The science behind some of the world’s fastest ice
Olympic ice is engineered to balance grip and glide. Here’s how physics, chemistry, and meticulous ice making shape the fastest sport on ice.
An invisible chemical rain is falling across the planet
A new study reveals that chemicals used to replace ozone-damaging CFCs are now driving a surge in a persistent “forever chemical” worldwide. The pollutant, called trifluoroacetic acid, is falling out of the atmosphere into water, land, and ice, including in remote regions like the Arctic. Even as older chemicals are phased out, their long lifetimes mean pollution is still rising.
Leylah Fernandez issues emotional message celebrating National Girls and Women in Sports Day
Leylah Fernandez has been extremely busy in 2026 so far as she looks to add more success on the court. Fernandez is a five-time champion on the WTA Tour, and once climbed as high as 13th in the world rankings.
Dodgers are World Series Favorites, Says Former GM
A former MLB general manager listed the Los Angeles Dodgers as favorites to win the World Series and complete a three-peat in 2026.
New Orleans City Council panel signs off on Steve Nelson as Public Works director
The New Orleans City Council’s Governmental Affairs Committee gave its seal of approval to Mayor Helena Moreno’s appointment of Steve Nelson as the director of the city’s Department of Public Works. The full council will still need to vote to confirm Nelson’s appointment.
LSU ousts Chancellor Steve Nelson from post atop New Orleans medical school
“We have reached a point where a change in direction is appropriate,” said LSU President Wade Rousse and the system’s chancellor, Jim Dalton, in an email to faculty and staff.
GO Battle League Now Awards Championship Points: Leaderboard Challenges Explained
How GO Battle League players can earn Championship Points and qualify for the Pokémon World Championships
BUSINESS LEADER AND NONPROFIT EXECUTIVE LAUNCHES CAMPAIGN FOR MAYOR OF LOS ANGELES
Adam Miller, a business leader, technology entrepreneur, and nonprofit executive with a record of building organizations that deliver real-world results, today announced his candidacy for Mayor of Los Angeles.
Measles outbreak in Mexico prompts health alert in World Cup host Jalisco
ZAPOPAN, Mexico (AP) — The Mexican state of Jalisco on Thursday issued a health alert and mandated the use of face masks in schools as a measles outbreak hit the state capital, a key host city for the…
Measles outbreak in Mexico prompts health alert in World Cup host Jalisco
The Mexican state of Jalisco has issued a health alert and mandated face masks in schools due to a measles outbreak in the state capital
NASA astronauts can now bring their phones with them on their mission to the moon
Get ready for some selfies that are out of this world.
New York City joins UN health network after Trump’s withdrawal from WHO
New York City has joined a United Nations health network in the wake of the United States leaving the World Health Organization (WHO). In a press release Thursday, the New York City Department of H…
Software sell-off: What smart people are saying
Jensen Huang called the sell-off "the most illogical thing in the world." He's not the only one who has qualms with Wall Street's reaction.
Bad Bunny doesn’t need the NFL as much as the NFL needs him
The National Football League is not new to global superstars nor controversy. The Puerto Rican superstar’s selection as the halftime show performer has come with both – but will also bring more eyes from around the world onto the sport in a way the league has been craving.
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.
WW2 battleship tour explores history, weaponry of USS Massachusetts
The USS Massachusetts, known for its pivotal role in World War II, is now a museum and war memorial in Massachusetts.
When Sports Meets Statecraft: Marçal Jané on Sports Diplomacy in a Divided Moment
Ahead of the Super Bowl and Winter Olympics, Marçal Jané argues that sports are diplomacy in action. Learn about the power of sports diplomacy.
Why science says ghosts do not exist: The real reasons behind a most human belief | - The Times of India
Science News: For centuries, people all over the world have told stories about ghosts. In many cultures, the dead are believed to come back in spirit form. Some bel.
International science cooperation must go on, say research leaders
Science leaders in Europe and Canada say international cooperation must go on amid geopolitical turmoil. At the same time, Europe and like-minded countries should continue to enhance and diversify international partnerships, a Science|Business conference hears. Hugh Brady, president of Imperial College London, told delegates that Europe’s response to the current geopolitical climate should be to “diversify in terms of research partnerships and build resilience and scale into our own system.”A first priority should be for the EU to sort out the scope of the upcoming European Competitiveness Fund and ensure that, together with the next iteration of Horizon Europe, it can drive the development and scale up of new technologies. The EU and the countries associated to the Horizon Europe programme represent “the world's most successful research innovation ecosystem,” Brady said. In order to mitigate the negative effects of shifting geopolitics, the EU together with the UK, Switzerland, Canada, South Korea and others should talk about “building resilience” and address their own “regional needs,” he added. Responding to TrumpUnder Donald Trump’s leadership, the US government has slashed science budgets and shut down international research programmes. Nearly 8,000 grants at the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation have been frozen or terminated. Courts have overturned most of these cancellations, but the disruption caused remains significant. While Europe may persuade a few thousand disgruntled scientists to move across the ocean to work on topics that have been de-funded in the US, it’s unclear what should happen next with transatlantic scientific cooperation more broadly.“Now is the time for us to show [US researchers] our support as much as we can,” Brady said.The European Research Council (ERC), the EU’s basic science funder, has seen a surge in applicants from the US. According its latest data, US-based researchers submitted 347 proposals to the last three big funding rounds, up from 158 in the previous set of calls. The European Commission has also launched a €22.5 million pilot call in 2025 for the Marie Skłodowska Curie Actions, the EU’s researcher training scheme. It plans to extend this support with a €51.25 million call in 2027 as part of the Choose Europe initiative, which is intended to make the continent a more attractive place to pursue a career in research. Related articlesData corner: US researchers are choosing EuropeEU-India deal highlights growing alignment on technology policyMeanwhile, in the private non-profit sector, the Volkswagen Foundation is experimenting with a new type of grant that would allow US researchers to split their time between the US and Germany. While these schemes are useful, Europe should not bet on an exodus of scientists from the US. “The idea that we might all see them flocking over to Europe is naïve and counterproductive,” said Maria Leptin, president of the ERC, also speaking at the Science|Business conference on February 5. “We need research in the US to be as healthy as possible. I really admire those who are staying there with a will to fight and an optimism that the world will turn into a better place again,” Leptin said. Preserving dataDespite political disruption, academics have found ways to continue cooperating and sharing research data. Leslie Weir, president of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions and Canada’s national librarian, said the US cuts have raised concerns about research data security, after ideologically sensitive databases were limited or deleted by the Trump administration. But international organisations teamed up to ensure that the data is not lost. “It's interesting to see that researchers and libraries across North America are collaborating to make sure that data at risk is duplicated elsewhere outside [the US],” Weir said.
Country music world heartbroken as fourth legendary performer dies to start 2026
Country music has lost four performers who lit up the stages and airwaves for decades.
A vengeful ghost inspired ‘Everlasting Faint’ at Madison Opera
A woman murdered by her husband haunts this world premiere by Madison Opera, written by Scott Gendel and Sandra Flores-Strand. It opens Feb. 13.
‘Saving Lives’: Comic book combines science & storytelling
How a collaboration between Belgian scientists and publishers put vaccination on the map at the World Expo in Japan
Software ate the world. Now AI is eating software.
What was once a stable and profitable tech business now faces an existential question: What happens if AI tools and agents replace business software?
West Palm hosts global power players as city pushes for national business hub status
It wasn’t on most people’s radar, but this week, some of the world’s most influential and wealthiest business leaders gathered in West Palm Beach.
Al Hilal: an Al Ittihad legend blasts Karim Benzema
Al Hilal: an Al Ittihad legend blasts Karim BenzemaKarim Benzema signed with Al Hilal during this winter transfer window. But the Frenchman's move is viewed poorly at Al Ittihad.Arriving this winter a...
Weekly sports quiz: Who did Liverpool agree to sign?
How much attention have you paid to what's happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?
Taiwan's ASE sees its advanced packaging business doubling to $3.2 billion in 2026
ASE Technology Holding, the world's largest chip packaging and testing provider, on Thursday said it expects its leading-edge advanced packaging business to double in size to $3.2 billion in 2026. The Taiwanese company made the comment on a conference call following its quarterly earnings, which saw it report fourth-quarter revenue of T$177.9 billion ($5.62 billion), up 9.6% from a year earlier. It booked a 58% rise in net income.
Atlanta opens small business resources ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Mayor Andre Dickens is rolling out new business resources through city programs like Showcase Atlanta and Invest Atlanta. The programs offer help to small businesses, so they can reach new customers ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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.
Canon Announces RF 7-14mm f/2.8-3.5 L Fisheye Zoom: World’s Widest 190° Zoom
Canon's wildest lens yet? The RF 7-14mm f/2.8-3.5 delivers both circular and diagonal fisheye looks in one weather-sealed zoom. Perfect for VR, astro, and creative wide-angle shots.
New York City joins UN health network after Trump withdrew US from WHO
The New York City Health Department on Wednesday said it has joined the World Health Organization's global outbreak response network following President Donald Trump's withdrawal of the U.S. from the U.N. health agency.
New York City Joins UN Health Network After Trump Withdrew US From WHO
By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Feb 4 (Reuters) - The New York City Health Department on Wednesday said it has joined the World Health Organization's global outbreak response network following President Donald Trump's withdrawal of the U.S. from the U.N. health agency. WHY'S IMPORTANT Following ...
AI to track icebergs adrift at sea in boon for science
British scientists said Thursday that a world-first AI tool to catalogue and track icebergs as they break apart into smaller chunks could fill a "major blind spot" in predicting climate change.But scientists have long struggled to keep track of these floating behemoths once they break into thousands of smaller chunks, their fate and impact on the climate largely lost to the seas.
World Cup Watch: Is This The USA's Best Starting Lineup?
FOX Sports soccer analyst Stu Holden predicts the USA's starting lineup for the World Cup.
Pitt researcher studies lingering health impacts from East Palestine train derailment
University of Pittsburgh researcher Juliane Beier is a leading authority on how colorless, sweet-smelling vinyl chloride can cause cancer and worsen liver disease. Her expertise meant she feared the worst when vinyl chloride vapors — the result of a controversial vent-and-burn operation by first responders — began billowing from derailed
Michael Strahan Announces Health Update After Confirming Decision on FOXRetirement
A recent doctor’s visit for Michael Strahan sparked immediate concern across the NFL world. With his daughter already having won a battle against cancer, many would have been anxious about the news.
United Rentals Empowers Frontline Decision-Making with Business Intelligence Agent Built on Snowflake
No-Headquarters/BOZEMAN, Mont. & STAMFORD, Conn., February 04, 2026--Snowflake (NYSE: SNOW), the AI Data Cloud company, today announced that United Rentals, widely recognized as the world’s largest equipment rental provider, has rolled out a new AI agent built on Snowflake Intelligence to operational teams working across 1,600+ branches. The Business Intelligence Agent allows branch managers, sales leaders, and regional teams to ask questions of their company data in plain language, drill down,
WHO announces restart of preventive cholera vaccinations after nearly 4-year halt
The World Health Organization has announced the restart of preventive cholera vaccination programs globally after they were halted for nearly four years due to a vaccine shortage
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 ...
Dolan thrilled by world title shot on Paul promotion
Norfolk's Emma Dolan says "it doesn't feel real" that she will have her first world title fight on Jake Paul's debut London promotion.
Dubois v Harper to headline MVP's first UK event
MVP come to the UK with a stacked card - with Caroline Dubois, Terri Harper, Chantelle Cameron and Ellie Scotney all in world title fights.
Dickens touts World Cup business help, addresses ICE concerns
Atlanta launches “Showcase Atlanta” to help small businesses prep for World Cup. Mayor Dickens responds to question about ICE presence.
Swanson Health Re-Platforms to Ordergroove and Shopify to Power World-Class Subscriber Experiences and Long-Term Customer Growth
The leading wellness brand replaces homegrown systems with innovative commerce and no-code subscription technology to deliver more personalized, engaging customer journeys.NEW YORK, Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Swanson Health, a global wellness brand known for premium quality vitamins and supplements and a long-standing reputation for customer service, today announced the successful launch of its eCommerce and subscription technology stack with Ordergroove, the leader in Relationship Commer
What is curling? Everything you need to know about this winter sport
When the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games come around every four years, there are many sports which compete to grab the attention of viewers around the world. However, there is one in particular that seems to capture the hearts and minds of many every time: curling.
Here are 12 New Orleans area prep baseball position players to watch this season
These 12 New Orleans area prep baseball players are set to turn heads this season.
Giannis Antetokounmpo's future clouds Bucks' game at Pelicans
Giannis Antetokounmpo won't play for the Milwaukee Bucks against the visiting New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night.
Deep Blue Sports + Entertainment Rings the Closing Bell
About This EventDeep Blue Sports + Entertainment, the world's first firm dedicated exclusively to driving commercial investment to women’s sports, visits the Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square to celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day.In honor of the occasion, Laura Correnti, Founder & CEO, rings the Closing Bell.
Delegation from Cleveland Clinic’s Global Network to Share Knowledge at World Health Expo Dubai
Experts from Cleveland Clinic’s international locations will share strategies for healthcare excellence and insights into innovative treatments and medical research at World Health Expo Dubai.
World record speed skier Simon Billy describes ‘crazy feeling’ of traveling over 158 mph downhill
When he squeezes into his bright red ski suit and puts on his Darth Vader-esque helmet, speed skier Simon Billy hears nothing and sees very little.
At 82, he’s as fit as a 20-year-old. His body holds clues to healthy aging.
Scientists are studying Juan López García, 82, a world-record-holding ultramarathoner, to learn how we can stay healthy as we age.
At 82, he’s as fit as a 20-year-old. His body holds clues to healthy aging.
Scientists are studying Juan López García, 82, a world-record-holding ultramarathoner, to learn how we can stay healthy as we age.
‘Things Have Not Changed’: What ‘Heated Rivalry’ Gets Right About Men’s Sports
The show, about a romance between two closeted pro hockey players, is a surprise hit. But its popularity underscores how little has changed in the hypermasculine world of men’s professional sports.
From cosmetics to the classroom: A Bronx teacher’s journey to bringing earth science to life
She traded the glamorous world of cosmetics for a classroom in the Bronx. Now she’s helping write New York state Regents exams and building ‘living labs’ for her students.
The economy is the world's most important problem, but not America's
Only the U.S. and eight other countries – out of 107 – cited politics as their top problem in a new Gallup survey.
Kansas City Urban Youth Academy celebrates National Girls and Women in Sports Day
Girls participated in a variety of sports and heard from guest speakers representing various aspects of the sporting world.
Sports Take: Can Baylor MBB turn things around? Just look at 2014
Baylor men's basketball's struggles aren't unprecedented. Twelve years ago, the Bears bounced back from a similar start to make a run to the Sweet 16.
Baylor Global Business Expo highlights study abroad, global engagement
The Baylor Hankamer School of Business hosted a Global Business Expo on Tuesday providing students with opportunities to discover international programs at Baylor, meet faculty leaders and enjoy free snacks and prizes.
Ricky Martin issues public statement to Bad Bunny after Grammys: 'I know how heavy it is'
Ricky Martin has all the feels about Bad Bunny's historic night at the Grammy Awards on Sunday — and he's letting the world know in an open letter to his fellow Puerto Rican singer.
Flirty Emails and Chummy Photos Show How Far Epstein Reached Into Business World
Los Angeles scion Casey Wasserman, celebrity doctor Peter Attia and film director Brett Ratner are facing scrutiny over new Epstein files.
From pie to profit: How this Atlanta entrepreneur is baking real-world skills into the classroom
Meet Esco, who uses his world-famous apple cobbler pie—not just to delight taste buds, but to teach middle schoolers in Decatur the essentials of business, entrepreneurship, and self-confidence.
The Daily Question: That left a mark!
The Diamondbacks don’t have as long a history as many clubs. But it feels like they have crammed quite a lot in – good and bad – as we prepare to enter their 29th season. There was the World Series in 2001, of course. But just three years later, they had the worst National League […]
Broadway's 'The Lion King' returns to New Orleans' Saenger Theater in October
Get ready for the return of "The Lion King" to the Saenger Theater in New Orleans this fall. And stay tuned for the full Broadway season lineup announcement in March.
Illinois joins World Health Organization after Trump withdraws U.S.
Pioneer heart surgeon Vinay Badhwar elected STS president
Badhwar is a longtime STS member and world leader in robotic technologies. In fact, he and his team recently launched a 40-part educational video series to help educate other clinicians about robotic-assisted cardiac surgery.
Supplemental Health Care Earns Ninth Best of Staffing Talent and Client Awards in 2026
Supplemental Health Care (SHC), a leading tech-enabled workforce solutions provider, has been named a winner of ClearlyRated's 2026 Best of Staffing Client and Talent awards, underscoring the company's commitment to world-class service in behavioral health, education, and healthcare. In addition, SHC has maintained its prestigious Gold status, reflecting a sustained track record of excellence for five or more consecutive years.
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
Shields calls out Price for blockbuster fight
Three-weight world champion Claressa Shields calls out Lauren Price for a blockbuster fight at middleweight.
College baseball USA TODAY Sports preseason poll has LSU ahead of UCLA
LSU leads the USA TODAY Sports preseason college baseball rankings after finishing at No. 1 following its national title in the College World Series.
Crime Pays in Red Dead Online with Triple Rewards on Blood Money Opportunities
Guido Martelli, right hand man to the notorious mob boss Angelo Bronte, invites you to join the dangerous ranks of the criminal underworld.
Scientists Explored an Island Cave and Found 1 Million-Year-Old Remnants of a Lost World
Up to 50 percent of species—which included 12 bird species and 4 frog species—on Aotearoa’s North Island went extinct before humans arrived
Illinois joins World Health Organization's Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network
Governor JB Pritzker announced Tuesday the State of Illinois is joining the World Health Organization's Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network.
The last US-Russia nuclear treaty is about to expire. What happens now?
Is an arms race inevitable in the post-New START world.
Top recognition awarded to 11 stroke researchers for science, brain health contributions
Embargoed until Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, 10 a.m. CT/11 a.m. ET NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 3, 2026 – Eleven top scientists in stroke and brain health will be recognized for their individual exceptional professional achievements and contributions to stroke and...
Top recognition awarded to 11 stroke researchers for science, brain health contributions
Embargoed until Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, 10 a.m. CT/11 a.m. ET NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 3, 2026 – Eleven top scientists in stroke and brain health will be recognized for their individual exceptional professional achievements and contributions to stroke and...
Illinois joins World Health Organization network, after Trump administration withdraws from group
Joining the World Health Organization’s Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network is the state’s latest move into an area that was previously the domain of the federal government, before the…
Physicists push thousands of atoms to a 'Schrödinger's cat' state — bringing the quantum world closer to reality than ever before
Researchers have demonstrated that a nanoparticle of 7,000 sodium atoms can act as a wave, creating a record-setting superposition.
In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week
A selection of some of the most striking sports photographs taken around the world over the past seven days.
In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week
A selection of some of the most striking sports photographs taken around the world over the past seven days.
Radiology among the 5 highest paid professions, US News & World Report says
Members of the specialty earned a median salary of approximately $239,200 last year, based on survey data gathered by the media company last fall.
American high school student stuns scientists by mapping 1.5 million previously unknown space objects - Futura-Sciences
A young mind builds an AI breakthrough Matteo Paz, a student at Pasadena High School, joined the Planet Finder Academy in the summer of 2022. The program immerses students in real world astronomy challenges. Under the mentorship of Caltech scientist Davy Kirkpatrick at the Infrared Processing and Analysis Center (IPAC),...
Hornets' Pat Connaughton finishes last in team fantasy football league, dyes hair blonde
The 33-year-old sported blonde hair on the Hornets bench during their 102-95 Monday win against the New Orleans Pelicans.
California Academy of Sciences team finds ocean warming reaching deeper than expected
Researchers also uncovered evidence of corral damage at lower depths during a survey in the Indian Ocean. The data is helping to drive an initiative at the Academy known as Hope for Reefs - with the goal of reversing the damage in oceans around the world.
WHO launches 2026 appeal to help millions of people in health emergencies and crisis settings
The World Health Organization (WHO) today launched its 2026 global appeal to ensure millions of people living in humanitarian crises and conflicts can access health care.
Joint statement on the renewed Quadripartite Memorandum of Understanding regarding cooperation on One Health until 2030
Through the renewal of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on One Health, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) reaffirm their shared commitment to advancing the implementation of the One Health approach.
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 ...
2-month-olds see the world in a more complex way than scientists thought, study suggests
The findings may help doctors and researchers better understand cognitive development in infancy.
Photos: Pelicans vs. Grizzlies | Fans and Entertainment 1/30/26
Check out fan and entertainment photos from the New Orleans Pelicans vs. Memphis Grizzlies game on Friday, Jan. 30 during the 2025‑26 NBA season.
New Orleans leaders on hand for opening of new Rouses Market in New Orleans East
Mayor Helena Moreno and other city leaders joined Rouses Markets executives on Monday to mark the formal opening of the regional grocery chain's new New Orleans East location, which includes
Global health systems ‘at risk’ as funding cuts bite, warns WHO
The UN World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Monday that cuts to international aid and persistent funding gaps are undermining the global health system.
A Charming Curiosity Comes to Secret Lair's Chaos Vault
Four Magic artists have brought a woodblock-inspired take on Lorwyn-Shadowmoor's ever-shifting world, and it's available now!
NFL announces 2026 game in Paris, with Saints featured
Part of the NFL's eight-game international slate in 2026 will include a New Orleans Saints game played at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis.
2-month-olds see the world in a more complex way than scientists thought, study suggests
A new study suggests that babies are able to distinguish between the different objects they see around them at 2 months old, which earlier than scientists previously thought.
Iran’s economy falters as internet shutdown hits people, businesses hard
The state-imposed blackout has disconnected Iranians from the world and choked off businesses.
Tear gas and pepper spray can have lasting health effects
The chemicals are widely used for crowd control, but their long-term health risks are poorly understood.