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Venezuela: American regime change with a Trumpian twist
Trump has added a particular layer of dementedness to the latest unprovoked US aggression.
'Ask for help' mental health resources and stress management tips for farmers
Communication can be a key piece of addressing the stressors and mental health issues that affect farmers at high rates.
How Italy’s PM Meloni sparked an economic turnaround
Giorgia Meloni transforms Italy into Europe's success story using Reagan-style policies, restoring international confidence and achieving record employment levels.
‘This is reckless': Local politicians react to U.S. attacking Venezuela, capturing president
New England politicians are reacting to Trump’s announcement that the U.S. conducted a “large-scale strike” on Venezuela, capturing Nicolás Maduro.
Gemini in Google Keep is more powerful than I initially thought
The productivity duo I didn't know I needed
Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim Struggles With Reform Politics in Unstable Coalition
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has kept Malaysia’s unity government intact since November 2022, but doing...
Nintendo has trademarked Zelda Tri Force Heroes and Mario Tennis Ultra Smash
Nintendo has recently trademarked The Legend of Zelda Tri Force Heroes and Mario Tennis Ultra Smash. It is more than likely that this is just standard trademark renewal by Nintendo, but it would be…
Week in politics: Putting the Venezuela attack in historical context
The attack is part of a long history of U.S. intervention in the region. NPR senior editor and correspondent Ron Elving joins NPR's Daniel Estrin to discuss.
US researchers reflect on how 2025’s science cuts have changed their lives
Carrie McDonough, Carnegie Mellon University; Brian G. Henning, Gonzaga University; Cara Poland, Michigan State University; Nathaniel M. Tran, University of Illinois Chicago; Rachael Sirianni, UMass Chan Medical School, and Stephanie J. Nawyn, Michigan State University From beginning to end, 2025 was a year of devastation for scientists in the United States. January saw the abrupt […]
8 Big Questions for 2026
Here are the biggest unknowns the DealBook team will be watching as we cover business and the economy this year.
Rural Colorado hospitals, health centers expected to see $1B in federal investments over next 5 years
The money, which is far more than what state officials had been anticipating to get, will come from congressional Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Congress reacts to US strikes on Venezuela, Maduro’s capture
“Today’s decisive action is this hemisphere’s equivalent to the Fall of the Berlin Wall,” House Rep. Carlos A. Gimenez said.
Embark CEO confirms that Arc Raiders' matchmaking takes your aggression into account, so behave yourself out there
Patrick Söderlund of Embark Studios confirms that Arc Raiders now uses an aggression-based matchmaking system, as players had speculated.
Swimmer who vanished at Lovers Point was wearing a shark deterrent. What science says about what they do
Studies question whether wearable shark deterrents effectively reduce risk.
Developer pays $70+M, plans huge entertainment district on blighted site near Disney
Years in the making, Ovation Orlando is to break ground in early 2026. The $1 billion deal will transform one of Osceola County’s biggest eyesores with hotels, high-end retail and restaurants…
In 2026, We Are Friction-Maxxing
In the face of technologies that sell us escapism at every turn, we need to build up tolerance for “inconvenience.”
Rams assistant connected to Steelers as potential Mike Tomlin replacement
Could the Rams lose Chris Shula to the Steelers?
This ancient fossil could rewrite the story of human origins
Scientists may have cracked the case of whether a seven-million-year-old fossil could walk upright. A new study found strong anatomical evidence that Sahelanthropus tchadensis was bipedal, including a ligament attachment seen only in human ancestors. Despite its ape-like appearance and small brain, its leg and hip structure suggest it moved confidently on two legs. The finding places bipedalism near the very root of the human family tree.
U.S. military action in Venezuela sparks political backlash, protests in California
Democratic lawmakers say U.S. military strikes in Venezuela and the reported capture of its president lacked congressional authorization and relied on questionable justifications.
5 Promising Side Businesses to Start in 2026
If you're looking for a side hustle with the potential to scale into a full-time business, consider these fast-growing industries.
The hidden timing system that shapes how you think
The brain constantly blends split-second reactions with slower, more thoughtful processing, and new research shows how it pulls this off. Scientists discovered that brain regions operate on different internal clocks and rely on white matter connections to share information across these timescales. The way this timing is organized affects how efficiently the brain switches between activity patterns tied to behavior. Differences in this system may help explain why people vary in cognitive ability.
Beyond silicon: These shape-shifting molecules could be the future of AI hardware
Scientists have developed molecular devices that can switch roles, behaving as memory, logic, or learning elements within the same structure. The breakthrough comes from precise chemical design that lets electrons and ions reorganize dynamically. Unlike conventional electronics, these devices do not just imitate intelligence but physically encode it. This approach could reshape how future AI hardware is built.
Testing grit and will power with 7 marathons, 7 continents in 7 days
Runners included an 82-year-old, a leg amputee and a survivor of the Boston Marathon bombing
Trump: U.S. will ‘run’ Venezuela until safe transition
President Trump held a press conference after the United States said it captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
Stop Using Your Keyboard and Start Using This Simple, Free Speech-to-Text App
It’s called Handy, and it uses AI models to accurately convert your speaking voice into text—all for free.
Calendar Jan. 5-11
CoPo’s weekly political calendar will help you find political and public-policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
ALR Educational Health Services opens new campus at former Buchanan elementary school
ALR Educational Health Services opened its second campus in Buchanan on Friday.They say the new location at the former Stark Elementary School will offer progra
“If your preference is PvE, you’ll get less conflict,” Arc Raiders Boss Confirms Aggression-Based Matchmaking
Embark Studios CEO Patrick Söderlund recently revealed how Arc Raiders features aggression-based matchmaking instead of typical SBMM.
Haunted downtown returns to Jacksonville
Downtown Jacksonville is getting spooky this week.
SCORE Northeast Wisconsin mentor busts 6 most common business myths
Ryan Kauth, business coach and certified SCORE mentor, is busting six business myths.
Tariffs could really sting in 2026. Unless Trump chickens out again
It’s cold comfort for Americans gloomy about the state of the US economy, but President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs didn’t dramatically raise the cost of living in 2025. That could change in 2026.
My most anticipated CES 2026 announcement is about bricks, not phones
Lego's building up to CES success
How Louisiana plans to spend $208 million in federal funds on rural health care
Louisiana will leverage an anticipated $1 billion in federal funding for rural health care over the next five years by expanding existing training programs and creating new financial incentives for medical professionals to work in rural communities.
Weekend reads: Evaluating the benefits of open science, a misconduct investigation in Korea, and what we lose in outsourcing reviews to AI
Happy 2026! We’re excited to bring you the first Weekend Reads of the new year. The week at Retraction Watch featured: The BMJ retracts clinical trial for ‘severe’ discrepancies in rand…
Jan. 3 Arts and entertainment calendar
Events coming up in the Greenville area offer music, arts, theater and family fun. Here is a sampling.
Trump tries to beat back questions about health: Key takeaways
In one of his most candid interviews about his age, President Trump disclosed the ways he manages his health, several of which go against the advice of his doctors. Speaking to The Wall Street Jou…
Governor Kemp Announces $218.8 Million Award for First Year of GREAT Health Program
Governor Brian Kemp in partnership with the Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH), announced in December that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has awarded the State of Georgia $218.8 million for the first of five years of the Georgia Rural Enhancement and Transformation of Health (GREAT Health) […]
US conducted strike on Venezuela, captured Maduro, Trump says
President Donald Trump confirmed the U.S. was behind the strike several hours after explosions shook Venezuela's capital city of Caracas.
Trump’s lies and policies make health care less affordable
Millions will lose insurance as a result of the congressional rollback, leaving people stranded between financial ruin.
Galaxy S26 Ultra color leak signals Samsung is done with Titanium
Samsung would bring the Galaxy S26 Ultra in four striking color shades. A credible leaker has just revealed the names of the phone’s potential colors. The leak isn’t just limited to revealing colors, but a major design shift. According to IceUniverse, the Galaxy S26 Ultra color palette may include four hues. With the color names […]
The Year in Neanderthal Discoveries
They drew with crayons, possibly fed on maggots and maybe even kissed us: Forty millenniums later, our ancient human cousins continued to make news.
Marble, ice sculptures and optics: Trump’s remote presidency draws scrutiny
At Mar-a-Lago, official governance, private business and personal relationships converge.
Marble, ice sculptures and optics: Trump’s remote presidency draws scrutiny
At Mar-a-Lago, official governance, private business and personal relationships converge.
Thousands in CT face higher health insurance costs under ACA in 2026
A $70 million state contribution will help minimize cost increases, but residents will still see significant hikes.
Theater stages feature murder mystery, Shakespeare spoof and more in January
Area theaters are kicking off 2026 with a few plays and musicals that all ages can come in out of the cold to enjoy. From a musical murder mystery to
New Orleans all-metro swimming teams headlined by All-Americans from Jesuit, Mandeville
New Orleans all-metro swimming selections are based on times and placements from the LHSAA state championships at SPAR Aquatic Center in Sulphur.
What will Trump do next? 13 questions for politics in 2026
The new year is shaping up to be a consequential one, from control of power in Washington to the agenda President Trump pursues.
Zork Running On 4-Bit Intel Computer
Before DOOM would run on any computing system ever produced, and indeed before it even ran on its first computer, the game that would run on any computer of the pre-DOOM era was Zork. This was a te…
I’m not sure a bakery needs a branded condom – can any business resist selling merch now?
From Trader Joe’s totes to Greggs jewellery, swag mania reveals how small businesses can promote their ‘brands’ – and how we use stuff to signal our tribe, says freelance journalist Elle Hunt
Rick Carlisle reveals Pacers’ ‘killer’ in loss to Spurs
Rick Carlisle was honest on what caused the Pacers' undoing in their loss to the Spurs on Friday night -- their 11th consecutive defeat.
Mesa business survived COVID by relocating
Frank Perla was an over-the-road truck driver. His wife, Carlotta, was a singer by trade. Both left their careers for the food industry and opened a food truck 12 years
Kim’s daughter promotes her status as heir in North Korea
SEOUL, South Korea — The teenage daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made her first known visit to a sacred family mausoleum, a step that experts say bolstered
Another power outage in SF's Richmond District has residents, businesses losing faith in PG&E
"It's not if, but when it happens again." Another power failure was reported in San Francisco's Richmond District on Friday afternoon, days after PG&E apologized for repeated outages in the neighborhood. Residents say they are losing confidence in the utility.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 3, 2026, puzzle No. 467
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
Miles Taylor on Trump’s Iran threat: ‘He thinks he doesn’t need Congress’
They cook organic, distrust science and oppose vaccines: America's 'crunchy moms' shift toward Trump
In the 1960s, the 'crunchy mom' was typically an American hippie trying to stay connected to nature. Today, she claims total freedom over health decisions, sometimes flirting with conspiracy theories.
The ‘Gutfeld!’ panel reacts to President Trump’s recent interview defending his health record
Fox News contributor Tom Shillue and the ‘Gutfeld!’ panel debate the merits of President Donald Trump’s health tips.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Jan. 3 #467
Here's today's Connections: Sports Edition answer and hints for groups. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Connections: Sports Edition, every day.
Leaders, business owners on Missouri minimum wage increase
Missouri voters approved Proposition A in 2024. The approval meant a steady increase in minimum wage over time.
Aaron Rodgers’ 2026 Return To Pittsburgh ‘Make’s Perfect Sense’
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 9-7 on the season heading into a “Sunday Night Football” game against the Baltimore Ravens. The Steelers will be crowned champions of the AFC North with a win, but will be eliminated from postseason contention with a loss. A season full of extremely high highs and very low lows fittingly comes […]
Legacy health workers sign off on first labor contract after strike
The group of nurse practitioners, physician associates and clinical nurse specialists unionized in 2023.
Dallas County sues feds over public health funding cut
Dallas is the second Texas county to sue over public health cuts after a judge ordered the Trump administration to return $20 million to Harris County last summer.
Sac Anime brings vibrant, elaborate cosplays and entertainment to downtown Sacramento
Attendees say the event is a great place to express themselves and to connect with others who have a similar creative spirit.
Good Sports: Fresno State swim ranked in top 25 for first time ever
This week, Fresno State swim is ranked in the top 25 for the first time ever. Looking ahead to the conference tournament and hopefully the big stage, the 'Dogs aren't slowing down.
Harris Health's push to condemn Hermann Park for Ben Taub goes against agency's own strategic plan
As Harris Health pushes ahead with its effort to expand Ben Taub Hospital by condemning a portion of Hermann Park, it appears that the push goes against the agency's own long-term strategic plan for serving low-income patients across Harris County.
Trump admin has moved audaciously to make America ‘business friendly,’ says economist
Panelists EJ Antoni and Michael Faulkender discuss President Donald Trump’s tariffs, minimum wage and more on ‘The Bottom Line.’
Sutter Health begins latest expansion in Santa Rosa with $10 million renovation of medical building near hospital
Sutter Health’s latest major expansion in Sonoma County is a $10 million, 10,000 square-foot project that will see Sutter completely take over the three-story medical building at 34 Mark West…
Fossilized bones are revealing secrets from a lost world
Researchers have uncovered thousands of preserved metabolic molecules inside fossilized bones millions of years old, offering a surprising new window into prehistoric life. The findings reveal animals’ diets, diseases, and even their surrounding climate, including evidence of warmer, wetter environments. One fossil even showed signs of a parasite still known today. This approach could transform how scientists reconstruct ancient ecosystems.
Dynamic tuning of Bloch modes in anisotropic phonon polaritonic crystals
Light: Science & Applications - This work demonstrates actively controlled, low-loss phonon-polaritonic Bloch modes in a graphene-gated α-MoO3 polaritonic crystal, which enables enhanced...
Nebraska Regents to consider $800M Clarkson-University of Nebraska deal
Next week, the Nebraska Regents will consider a proposal in which Clarkson Regional Health Services would give up its 50% membership in Nebraska Medicine.
Business donates jewelry to Lakeland teen recovering in hospital after being shot by stepfather
The owners of a jewelry business are showing their support and love to the victims of a murder suicide, including a 13-year-old who suffered gunshot wounds.
January 2, 2026
A look back at the biggest science stories of 2025, and a few you may have missed. Plus, over the past year, most of your body has replaced itself cell by cell. What can we learn from other animals’ dramatic feats of regeneration? And, ultramarathoners can run with what seems like superhuman stamina. But are their bodies much different than the rest of ours?
Aspiring SF congressman pitches policy, warns of Meta's new workplace protocols
U.S. House candidate Saikat Chakrabarti is pushing for four-day workweek.
Saints-Falcons Preview
ATLANTA (AP) The Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints have similar goals of trying to complete lost seasons on high notes that offer hope that the momentum can carry over into next season.
Cavs score vs Nuggets. Cavaliers live game updates, news, highlights
Coming off wins against two other Western Conference teams, the Cleveland Cavaliers will host the Denver Nuggets on Friday. Our updates will be here.
Trump Super PAC Raised More Than $100 Million in Recent Months
The haul highlights how the president’s team has continued aggressive fund-raising from donors with interests before the administration.
Ex-Grizzlies guard De'Anthony Melton states Warriors had 'no business' winning 2022 NBA championship
Then-Grizzlies guard De'Anthony Melton reflected on his old team's 2022 Western Conference semifinals series against the Golden State Warriors.
Corey O'Connor to be sworn in as Pittsburgh's 62nd mayor on Monday
SGMC Health Rings in 2026 with Its First New Year’s Baby
SGMC Health welcomed its first baby of 2026 on New Year’s Day. The new year’s baby, Landan Anderson, born to Cassandra Jones and Leon Anderson
Winter Wonder Lab at DaVinci Science Center
William Oplinger, 2,of Phoenixville, plays with inflatable penguins Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, in the Winter Wonder Lab exhibit at the Da Vinci Science Center in Allentown.
'It's very worrisome': Health officials urge vaccination amid North Carolina measles case
Polk County officials said 15 people are currently in quarantine related to a confirmed measles case linked to an ongoing outbreak in South Carolina.
NC receives $213 million from CMS for rural health care
"Thanks to Congress establishing this investment and President Trump for his leadership, states are stepping forward with bold, creative plans to expand rural access, strengthen their workforces, modernize care, and support the communities that keep our nation running."- CMS administrator, Dr. Mehmet Oz.
Residents push back on UAF’s plan to sell Bristol Bay’s Applied Science building
UAF presented to the community its intention to sell the secondary campus building at a town hall meeting last month.
Clean extension of health care subsidies likely ‘dead on arrival’ in Senate
NBC News Senior National Political Reporter Sahil Kapur discusses what’s next in the health care fight in Congress after Affordable Care Act subsidies expired.
Clicks unveils BlackBerry-style keyboard phone for work-focused users
Clicks' new Communicator phone skips social apps, adds tactile keys, and targets people who work from their phones.
Pima County confirms measles case on New Year's Eve
Pima County officials say the county's only measles case of 2025 is in an individual who crossed the border from Mexico and was hospitalized.
Berkshire Hathaway shares drop as Warren Buffett era ends after 60 years as CEO with Greg Abel taking over
Berkshire Hathaway's stock dropped Friday as Warren Buffett officially stepped down after 60 years as CEO. Greg Abel is taking over the $1 trillion conglomerate.
Claremont zoning board to review home winemaking business request
Homeowner in Claremont seeks special exception to establish a home winemaking business, offering wine production, sales, and educational experiences.
Palestine advocates praise NYC’s Mamdani for revoking pro-Israel decrees
Israeli government hits out at newly sworn-in New York City mayor, falsely calling him a 'Muslim Brotherhood Islamist'.
Elon Musk's Grok AI faces government backlash after it was used to create sexualized images of women and minors
Grok has sparked backlash after the AI image generator was used to generate nonconsensual sexualized images of real people, including minors.
Israeli tech CEO calls on US govt to 'limit' First Amendment,' take control of social media to prevent 'lies'
Tech CEO Shlomo Kramer advocated government regulation of free speech during a CNBC interview, claiming First Amendment limitations necessary to prevent polarization and "lies."
A look ahead at politics in 2026
We discuss the big political questions heading into the new year, including who will control Congress.
‘Stranger Things’: Duffer Brothers Tease Spinoff Will Unravel Season 5 Mystery
Fans will learn more about the rock Henry Creel encountered as a child.
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: Dec. 31, 2025
Dan Golabek named Paterson Business Administrator
Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh has named Daniel Golabek as the new business administrator or New Jersey’s third-largest city. "Daniel Golabek is a proven
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella calls for consensus about AI
: Exec argues we need a new metaphor focused on AI as a lever rather than a job killer
What's on the agenda for Congress as it returns in 2026
Lawmakers are facing a new government funding deadline, a decision on whether to move on health care proposals and more.