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M12's Cheng: Health Care One of The Fastest AI Adopters
Cheryl Cheng, managing partner at M12, Microsoft’s venture fund, says health care has shifted from being slow to adopt technology to becoming one of the fastest adopters of AI. She speaks with Romaine Bostick and Katie Greifeld on “The Close.” (Source: Bloomberg)
Windows 11 has hit 1 billion users just a hair faster than Windows 10 did
Windows 11 clears a milestone as Windows 10 continues its slow fade.
ICYMI: Rep. Smucker Questions Health CEOs on Rising Health Care Costs
Rep. Smucker: "You would expect if a marketplace is working properly, that perhaps under consolidation, we would see lower or at least slower growing premiums in highly concentrated markets. But that's just simply not happening today."
US ski resorts devastated as worsening crisis impacts business: 'It's been really slow'
"You lose people, employees."
'Ready to get out of the house': Businesses reopen after ice storm forces closures
As the ice over Central Texas continued to melt on Tuesday, Austin's small businesses slowly started to open back up.At Sour Duck Market in East Austin, the fre
AI made marketing faster but brands struggle to keep up
New research shows AI boosted content speed, but slow approvals and burnout keep marketing teams from seizing cultural moments.
This discovery could let bones benefit from exercise without moving
Researchers have discovered a biological switch that explains why movement keeps bones strong. The protein senses physical activity and pushes bone marrow stem cells to build bone instead of storing fat, slowing age-related bone loss. By targeting this “exercise sensor,” scientists believe they could create drugs that mimic exercise at the molecular level. The approach could protect fragile bones in people who are unable to stay active.
Philadelphia businesses slow to reopen after winter snowstorm
Businesses in the area are slowly recovering from Sunday’s snowstorm, with some reopening and others remaining closed or focused on cleanup.
Tennessee's tough task: Slow down high-octane Georgia
Tennessee, which boasts the No. 1-ranked defense in the Southeastern Conference, will try to slow down the league's top offensive team when it visits Georgia on Wednesday in Athens, Ga.
Two Crows Theatre explores the icy tundra in Lovecraftian thriller
“Before the Mountains of Madness” was inspired by an H.P. Lovecraft story, running through Feb. 1 at Slowpoke Lounge & Cabaret in Spring Green.
Australian Open 2026: Ben Shelton rallies after slow start, Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek advance
Ben Shelton needed to dig deep Monday after dropping the first set against Casper Ruud.
The magnetic secret inside steel finally explained
For years, scientists noticed that magnetic fields could improve steel, but no one knew exactly why. New simulations reveal that magnetism changes how iron atoms behave, making it harder for carbon atoms to slip through the metal. This slows diffusion at the atomic level and alters steel’s internal structure. The insight could lead to more efficient, lower-energy ways to make stronger steel.
Weekend reads: Why 500 retractions per month matter; another EOC for former Stanford president; and an argument for ‘slow science’
If your week flew by — we know ours did — catch up here with what you might have missed. The week at Retraction Watch featured: Corrections, biases, and humility in science: Q&A with Tuan V. Ng…
Dense fog slows Valley businesses and complicates travel
As dense fog blankets the Central Valley, local businesses say fewer customers are venturing out, while drivers and transit operators are adjusting to hazardous conditions.
Hugely popular KC-area doughnut business opens store. ‘Never get used to it’
Here’s when you can secure one of the famed sourdough doughnuts. Just expect to wait in quite the line.
Ancient giant kangaroos could hop after all
Giant kangaroos that lived during the Ice Age may not have been as slow and grounded as once believed. A new study finds their leg bones and tendons were likely strong enough to support hopping, despite their massive size. Rather than traveling this way all the time, these animals may have relied on short bursts of hopping. This ability could have played a key role in escaping predators.
Shingles Vaccine Appears To Slow Aging In Seniors, Study Finds
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, Jan. 23, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The shingles vaccine can do more than simply protect folks from a maddening skin disease, new research shows. Incredibly, the shingles jab also appears to slow down the aging process, contributing to slower biological ...
Heavy equipment lifting business at crucial time for Brunswick port
Auto tariffs have slowed business in Brunswick, Georgia, the nation’s busiest port for vehicles. Rising trade of farm, construction and mining machinery is offsetting losses.
Euro zone business activity expands more slowly than expected in January
Euro zone business activity expanded more slowly than expected this month as weaker growth in the dominant services industry offset milder factory contraction, according to a survey, while price pressures picked up.
Utility Stocks Beware. Politics Could Eat Into Stock Returns.
Pressure is building on utilities across the country to slow electricity rate increases. It’s likely to hurt returns for utility stocks.
Is Eating Too Fast Hurting Your Health?
Experts weigh in on how best to slow down.
Blind, slow and 500 years old – or are they? How scientists are unravelling the secrets of Greenland sharks
Described by one researcher as looking ‘already dead’, the enigmatic creatures are one of the least understood species on the planet
The New Gold Rush in Brain Science
Fueled by advances in biomarkers, brain mapping, and AI, investment in neuro and CNS innovation shows no signs of slowing, even amid costly setbacks. BioSpace spoke to investors at JPM26 to get their take on recent bets in new therapies and neurotech.
What to expect when BYU, Utah meet again Saturday
Big 12 teams have deployed a variety strategies to slow down superstar AJ Dybantsa. What will the Utes throw at him in the Marriott Center?
6 daily habits to slow aging, from a Harvard brain expert
Harvard scientist Rudolph Tanzi shares his plan for brain health and aging well, including habits for sleep, stress and social interaction.
Trump Threatens New Trade War as Court Weighs Whether to Check Him
President Trump may be on the verge of having his authority on imposing tariffs curtailed, but that hasn’t slowed down his threats.
I launched my slow fashion business at a surf camp in Bali
Gina Jaguttis shared how two solo trips to Bali led her to start her slow fashion business as a side hustle.
Yankees news: Another Slow Day of Bellinger “Rumors”
Even more Bellinger rumors; Jazz to play for Great Britain; Tyler Kepner’s HOF ballot
Raducanu overcomes slow start to sail into second round
British number one Emma Raducanu overcomes a shaky start to sail past Thailand's Mananchaya Sawangkaew in the Australian Open first round.
Dolphins and orcas may be evolving to return to life on land, according to scientists - Futura-Sciences
It’s now official: dolphins and orcas have crossed the evolutionary point of no return. Once land dwellers, these marine mammals are forever bound to the sea — and a new study reveals the hidden price ... Read more
Business slows at Palafox Market Plaza Ferdinand VII
Shoppers browse around the boothes at Palafox Market Plaza Ferdinand VII Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. Construction on Palafox has slowed down business at this location.
Small businesses say they aren’t planning to hire many recent graduates for entry-level jobs
This slowdown is happening nationwide.
Moss Landing businesses unite to recover from battery facility fire's impact
Moss Landing businesses are slowly recovering from a fire's impact, with owners supporting each other and calling for greater transparency from plant officials.
Spartanburg County measles outbreak grows by another 124 new cases
Measles infections continue to spread with no slowing down. The outbreak, centered in Spartanburg County, has grown by 382 cases since January began.
Milwaukee residents' health affected by housing, income, education
The health department will focus on five priority health concerns – chronic disease, maternal and child health, mental health, substance use disorder, and violence and injury prevention – in the coming years.
Three takeaways from Racing Santander 0-2 Barcelona
Barcelona made it through to the quarterfinals of the Copa del Rey after securing a hard-fought 2-0 win over Racing Santander away at Estadio El Sardinero.Having had a slow start to the game, the Cata...
The biggest myth about aging, according to science
"This will help people take meaningful steps to slow the rate of aging and increase what we call their health span or their kind of time of life expectancy free from disease."
China’s slowing growth, bilateral tensions top US business concerns
Survey by American Chamber of Commerce in China finds that expectations for Sino-US ties have ‘improved significantly’.
Car sales increase even with higher car prices
Car prices steadily increase each year but car sales are not slowing down.
Olive Chapel Road closure in Apex slows local business
After severe flooding in Apex on August 6, 2025, a sinkhole formed on Olive Chapel Road, closing it for repairs and significantly affecting local businesses.
Tiger Woods welcomes Brooks Koepka back to PGA Tour, gives health update
While slowly progressing in his own comeback, Tiger Woods is ecstatic as five-time major champion Brooks Koepka spurns LIV to rejoin PGA Tour.
Bernie Sanders Says 'Science-Fiction Fear Of AI Running The World Is Real' — Then Urges America To Slow 'Most Consequential Technology'
A science-fiction fear about artificial intelligence running the world is no longer theoretical, according to one U.S. senator. "The science-fiction fear of AI running the world is real," Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT.) recently told CNN, calling AI "the most consequential technology of our lifetime" and urging the U.S. to slow its development. Sanders Names Who Is Pushing AI Sanders said the AI boom is being steered by a small group of wealthy tech leaders, naming Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon
Scientists finally uncover why statins cause muscle pain
A new discovery may explain why so many people abandon cholesterol-lowering statins because of muscle pain and weakness. Researchers found that certain statins can latch onto a key muscle protein and trigger a tiny but harmful calcium leak inside muscle cells. That leak may weaken muscles directly or activate processes that slowly break them down, offering a long-sought explanation for statin-related aches.
Scientists found the brain rhythm that makes your body feel like yours
A new study reveals that alpha brain waves help the brain decide what belongs to your body. Faster rhythms allow the brain to match sight and touch more precisely, strengthening the feeling that a body part is truly yours. Slower rhythms blur that timing, making it harder to separate self from surroundings. The findings could improve prosthetic design and immersive virtual experiences.
The ocean absorbed a stunning amount of heat in 2025
Earth’s oceans reached their highest heat levels on record in 2025, absorbing vast amounts of excess energy from the atmosphere. This steady buildup has accelerated since the 1990s and is now driving stronger storms, heavier rainfall, and rising sea levels. While surface temperatures fluctuate year to year, the ocean’s long-term warming trend shows no sign of slowing.
Apple rolls out Creator Studio to boost services push, adds AI features
Apple on Tuesday unveiled Apple Creator Studio, a new subscription bundle of professional creative software priced at $12.99 a month or $129 a year, as the iPhone maker steps up its push into paid services for creators, students and professionals. The company has used its services business, which includes its Apple Music and iCloud services, to drive growth in recent years, helping counter slower hardware growth and generate recurring revenue. Apple Creator Studio bundles some of the company's best-known creative tools into a single subscription, including Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro and Pixelmator Pro across Mac and iPad.
Scientists discover how the uterus knows when to push during childbirth
Childbirth depends not just on hormones, but on the uterus’s ability to sense physical force. Scientists found that pressure and stretch sensors in uterine muscles and surrounding nerves work together to trigger coordinated contractions. When these sensors are disrupted, contractions weaken and delivery slows. The discovery helps explain stalled labor—and could one day lead to better ways to manage childbirth.
n Venezuela, Amnesty for Political Prisoners Stokes Hope and Frustration
Venezuela’s new leaders and President Trump have alluded to a major release of political prisoners, but the liberations have been slow to come.
Jailed Venezuelan politician's son criticises slow prisoner release
Ramón Guanipa's father was accused of terrorism and treason for challenging the 2024 presidential election result.
Weequahic defeats Science Park in Slow-Mo Showcase
Cherilus-Rogers leads Weequahic to victory in Slow-Mo Showcase.
Federal judge delivers Mamdani early legal setback on housing market intervention
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's bid to slow sale of rent-stabilized properties Thursday ran into trouble with a federal judge, a setback to his housing agenda.
Beef Tallow Rises to the Top of the U.S. Food Pyramid
The new dietary guidelines give federal approval to a fat that has slowly caught on with consumers, even as doctors have warned against it.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro & Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Rumored To Exclusively Use TSMC’s 2nm ‘N2P’ Process, Hinting That Qualcomm Has Yet To Enter Talks With Samsung
Samsung’s 2nm GAA process is slowly gaining traction, but a rumor claims that Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 will be retained on TSMC’s 2nm ‘N2P’ node
Three in a Row – Hurricanes 5, Ducks 2
After a slow first period, the Carolina Hurricanes sharpened up their game and went on the defeat the Anaheim Ducks, 5-2 on Thursday night at the Lenovo Center. It was the third straight win for Carolina while the Ducks have now lost eight in a row. The home team got off to a bit of […]
NH House Cuts Business Tax Rate as State Revenues Slow
With the state facing a revenue deficit this fiscal year, the House Thursday approved cutting the rate of the Business Enterprise Tax.
Popular bar in Palm Springs set to close; business owners concerned about slow season
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – PS Air Bar, a popular aviation-themed lounge in Palm Springs, is closing after more than six years. The bar was located inside Bouschet, a specialty marketplace for fine wines, which is also closing. In a statement posted to the PS Air Bar website, the owners explained their decision to close:
‘OPB Politics Now’: Oregon enters an election year with big political questions
The calendar shifted to 2026, but the political storylines have not slowed down.
The Last Mile of Interoperability Is Still Manual for Behavioral Health and Post‑Acute Care
Black Book® Q4 2025 flash survey finds behavioral health, post-acute, public health, and CBO connectivity still heavily manual, with fees (59%), immature APIs (52%), and slow onboarding (46%) cited as top barriers, more often than missing standards ...
60,000-year-old poison arrows from South Africa are the oldest poison weapons ever discovered
Five quartz arrowheads found in a South African cave were laced with a slow-acting tumbleweed poison that would have tired prey during long hunts.
Physicists built a perfect conductor from ultracold atoms
Researchers at TU Wien have discovered a quantum system where energy and mass move with perfect efficiency. In an ultracold gas of atoms confined to a single line, countless collisions occur—but nothing slows down. Instead of diffusing like heat in metal, motion travels cleanly and undiminished, much like a Newton’s cradle. The finding reveals a striking form of transport that breaks the usual rules of resistance.
Why staying focused is harder than ever and what science can tell us about it
From phone notifications and flashing alerts to crowded screens and busy workspaces, modern life is full of visual distractions competing for our attention. A Rice psychologist is investigating how irrelevant visual information interferes with our ability to stay on task and why certain distractions slow us down more than others.
Britons spending more than ever on entertainment as subscriptions surge
Britons are spending more than ever before entertaining themselves at home with streaming and gaming services as they fork out record sums amid a slowdown in the economy.
11-year-old cosmetics brand puts business up for sale amid slump
An 11-year-old established cosmetics brand looks to sell its entire business due to market struggles and slowing sales.
Longevity because a business worth billions for Silicon Valley
In the longevity industry, the goal isn't just measuring your body. It's reprogramming it to age more slowly
China's services growth hits 6-month low in December, shows private PMI
China's services activity expanded at its slowest pace in six months in December, as growth in new business softened and foreign demand declined, a private-sector survey showed on Monday.
China’s “artificial sun” just broke a fusion limit scientists thought was unbreakable
Researchers using China’s “artificial sun” fusion reactor have broken through a long-standing density barrier in fusion plasma. The experiment confirmed that plasma can remain stable even at extreme densities if its interaction with the reactor walls is carefully controlled. This finding removes a major obstacle that has slowed progress toward fusion ignition. The advance could help future fusion reactors produce more power.
Blocking One Protein Slows Cancer Growth in Mice, Scientists Discover
"Could make current immunotherapies more effective."
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.
Analyzing the Commanders 'age problem' heading into 2026
The Commanders had the oldest roster in the NFL in 2025. A deeper look shows GM Adam Peters has his hands full this offseason.
Health departments report high flu activity in the DMV
Across the DMV, more people are going to the hospital each week with flu-like symptoms, and doctors say it’s hitting the most vulnerable hardest. Health departments are working hard to slow the spread of the flu. “We’re seeing flu-related emergency department visits really tripling over the last couple of weeks,” said Dr. David Rose of the Alexandria Health Department. There’s…
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.
Alger County snowmobile stops say business was ‘slow’ in December
Grand Marais Tavern owner Jessica Flynn thinks a more widespread snow across the region led to a slower December.
Cherry Street business owner says changing shopping habits hurt sales in 2025
Magnolia Soap and Bath Company, located on Cherry Street, recently celebrated five years in business, and has grown to three locations. But owner, Scottie Lawrence, says 2025 brought unexpected challenges like slowing sales.
Sunderland Grit Denies Man City as Guardiola’s Side Drop Points
Sunderland frustrate Man City in stalemate on WearsideManchester City’s relentless pursuit of the Premier League title slowed on the north east coast, as Sunderland delivered a disciplined and defia...
‘My health is perfect’: Trump dismisses scrutiny of his age and fitness
By the end of his second term, Trump will be the oldest sitting president in US history, though he denies slowing down.
In one year, Trump pivots fentanyl response from public health to drug war
Experts say Biden's focus on addiction health care saved tens of thousands of lives and slowed fentanyl smuggling. Trump scrapped Biden's approach in favor of military strikes.
Bringing a local community approach to Colorado health policy
Health policy is not always a straightforward topic of discussion. There are many aspects to the complex health care system we’re used to. When issues arise at the national level, disagreement and dueling press conferences can slow progress and constructive results that build a better future. When you bring these subjects into communities you’ll find […]
Oil barrels toward its worst annual performance since the pandemic as Russia feels the pain
Oil prices have been on a downtrend due to rising output from non-OPEC producers and slowing demand growth.
The science of how (and when) we decide to speak out—or self-censor
The study's main takeaway: "Be bold. It is the thing that slows down authoritarian creep."
Big Ten Basketball Weekly: Slow Week, Huh?
The New Year is almost upon us… and so is Big Ten basketball!
Vinnie Pasquantino and slow starts
The Royals need their first baseman to get off to a good start.
Scientists replayed evolution and found a surprise
Environmental change doesn’t affect evolution in a single, predictable way. In large-scale computer simulations, scientists discovered that some fluctuating conditions help populations evolve higher fitness, while others slow or even derail progress. Two populations facing different kinds of change can end up on completely different evolutionary paths. The findings challenge the idea that one population’s response can represent a whole species.
Earth’s worst extinction was followed by a shockingly fast ocean comeback
A spectacular fossil trove on the Arctic island of Spitsbergen shows that marine life made a stunning comeback after Earth’s greatest extinction. Tens of thousands of fossils reveal fully aquatic reptiles and complex food chains thriving just three million years later. Some predators grew over five meters long, challenging the idea of a slow, step-by-step recovery. The find rewrites the early history of ocean ecosystems.
We may finally have a way to reverse grey hair | BBC Science Focus Magazine
The hidden trigger behind greying hair may have finally come to light. And it could hold the key to slowing ageing
Streamers like Disney+ and HBO Max have a key problem with no clear solution
Free streamers like YouTube have gained viewers, while growth at paid services like Disney+ and Netflix has slowed.
The Toyota MR2 Once Got A Sequential Manual Transmission That Made It Slower
Some Toyota MR2 models had a sequential manual transmission that was slow on upshifts. This made them slower than models equipped with a non-sequential manual.
Top Stories: iPhone Fold Mockup, Where's the New Apple TV?, and More
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from MacRumors! News in the Apple world has unsurprisingly been relatively slow over the past week, but Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone managed to make its way back into the news, while we also shared updates on current and future Apple TV news.
This Week in Science: Garlic Mouthwash, a Storm Slows Time, And More!
Our weekly science news roundup.
Luxury brands bet on mass-market sports despite shift to exclusivity
Sponsorships and collaborations soar even as industry slowdown spurs renewed focus on wealthiest customers
With slower shopping after the holidays, Tallahassee small business owner encourages local spending
As the hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping slows down after the holidays, one local company is encouraging the community to continue supporting small businesses through the winter.
Opinion: Slow walking compliance with PFAS regulations delays protection of public health
Study reveals that PFAS exposure in New Hampshire may lead to increased infant deaths. The EPA's proposed weakening of drinking water standards raises concerns.
Clean energy is surging despite political attacks. But a slowdown may be looming
Over the past year, the Trump administration and Congressional Republicans have waged a sweeping campaign against America's renewable energy industry. At least for now, though, clean energy is still booming in the United States.
The 5 weirdest science experiments in history | BBC Science Focus Magazine
Although science often advances through tried-and-tested methods, sometimes scientists have to find creative ways to test their hypotheses.
Astronomers discover one of the Universe’s largest spinning structures
Scientists have discovered a giant cosmic filament where galaxies spin in sync with the structure that holds them together. The razor-thin chain of galaxies sits inside a much larger filament that appears to be slowly rotating as a whole. This coordinated motion is far stronger than expected by chance and hints that galaxy spin may be inherited from the cosmic web itself. The finding opens a new window into how galaxies formed and how matter flows across the Universe.
Ukrainian soldiers have incredible tactical patience and are far happier moving slowly than the British military
The Ukrainians are "are very happy being slow" as they know they need to secure everything, a British military officer told BI.
We are living in a golden age of species discovery
The search for life on Earth is speeding up, not slowing down. Scientists are now identifying more than 16,000 new species each year, revealing far more biodiversity than expected across animals, plants, fungi, and beyond. Many species remain undiscovered, especially insects and microbes, and future advances could unlock millions more. Each new find also opens doors to conservation and medical breakthroughs.
"Time Is Not Broken": US Officials Work To Correct Time, After Discovering It Is 4.8 Microseconds Out
After a particularly nasty windstorm in Boulder, Colorado, official US time slowed ever so slightly.
CDT Environmental Technology Reports 2025 Unaudited Interim Financial Results and Provides Business Updates
Revenue of $7.3 million and loss per share of $0.11 impacted by reduced project activity due to a slowdown in the PRC economySHENZHEN, China, Dec. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CDT Environmental Technology Investment Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: CDTG) (“CDT”, the “Company”, or “we”), a leading provider of waste treatment systems and services throughout China, today reports its unaudited interim financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2025, and provides updates on key business development
Bus journey times being 'killed by congestion' in cities
The industry warns that traffic jams are slowing average bus speeds and are calling for more priority measures for buses.