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Eric Winter Shares Why the Fans Are to Thank for Chenford’s Romance on ‘The Rookie’ (Exclusive)
It’s actually a surprising take!
Ilia Malinin's mental health battle isn't surprising. Olympic superstars face increasing challenges
Android 17 Beta 1 reveals a surprising secret about the Pixel Launcher search bar
Android 17 Beta 1 lays the foundation for third-party search providers in the Pixel Launcher's search box. Check out the article for details!
PSG's Locker Room in Spotlight After Dembele's Comments
Dembele's frank admission of individualism and Luis Enrique's swift, sharp retort ignite a locker room firestorm after a surprising PSG defeat.
Why Teyana Taylor told Julia Roberts 'don't come an inch closer' when they first met on Golden Globes red carpet
Teyana Taylor has revealed her surprising first words to Julia Roberts when they met on the 2026 Golden Globes red carpet: 'Don't come an inch closer.'
Bryce Harper calls surprising offseason remark ‘wild'
Bryce Harper said Dave Dombrowski’s “elite” comment was “wild” and expressed what’s on his mind entering the season.
Business Lookahead: Giddy Up
STORY: From bellwether Walmart reporting earnings... to new economic data out of the UK... these are the stories to watch in business and finance in the coming week.:: The trillion dollar clubFresh off hitting $1 trillion in market value, Walmart posts quarterly results on Thursday.Walmart's report offers a glimpse into consumer spending after recent data showed December U.S. retail sales were unexpectedly flat.A surprisingly strong employment report for January eased some concerns about economic weakening.Economic reports in the coming week include the advance reading of fourth-quarter GDP, a monthly consumer sentiment survey, and the personal consumption expenditures price index, a key inflation measure.:: Heavy metalsEurope's four largest mining companies report earnings in the coming week.Copper, gold, silver and other precious metals all recently hit records - but the January rally has given way to a sharp February sell-off.Last month's rally boosted the market values of Rio Tinto, Glencore, Anglo American and Antofagasta.Their earnings will test whether the momentum can be sustained.:: UK economic data UK labor market data and inflation readings will provide fresh fodder for markets, even though investors are still digesting the fallout from the recent government instability.Labor market numbers due on Tuesday will show if a gradual cooling of wage growth has continued.Then, January inflation data comes Wednesday.The political turmoil has set a tense backdrop, leaving markets highly sensitive to data swings. Fitch is also due to review its UK rating on Friday.
Leaked Pixel 10a spec sheet reveals several subtle changes and one surprisingly big upgrade
Google's next mid-ranger is all of a sudden expected to eclipse even the Pixel 10 Pro in one key area.
Opinion: For a meaningful retirement, stay engaged by substitute teaching
Retirement sounds perfect — no meetings, no deadlines, no office politics. I first tried it at 65. That was a decade ago. I failed — repeatedly.Short-term projects were too interesting to pass up. And while my breaks between assignments were relaxing, I wasn’t ready to disengage entirely. I enjoyed the freedom retirement offered, yet I still craved structure, purpose, and a sense of contribution.Now I’ve found an option that comes surprisingly close to the best of both worlds: substitute teaching.
Weatherwatch: The surprisingly complex science of ice skating
Pressure, frictional heating and a disordered layer of molecules on top of the ice make skating possible
Monster Hunter Stories 3 Preview: Me and My Pet Rathalos
I spent half a dozen hours with Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection by that point, and got a feel for what it was shaping up to be: a gorgeous RPG that combines the traditional elements of Monster Hunter with a turn-based RPG and a surprisingly compelling cast and narrative that invited me to befriend and train monsters, not just hunt them.
Asteroid Bennu reveals a new pathway to life’s chemistry
Dust from asteroid Bennu is revealing a surprising origin story for life’s building blocks. New research suggests some amino acids formed in frozen ice exposed to radiation, not warm liquid water as scientists long believed. Isotopic clues show Bennu’s chemistry differs sharply from well-studied meteorites, pointing to multiple pathways for creating life’s ingredients.
Scientists Propose Surprising Link Between Space Weather and Earthquakes
A new theoretical study explores how activity high above Earth could subtly influence processes deep within the planet’s crust. Researchers at Kyoto University are advancing a new idea about how space weather might intersect with earthquake physics. Their model asks whether changes in the ionosph
When immune cells stop fighting cancer and start helping it
Scientists have uncovered a surprising way tumors turn the immune system to their advantage. Researchers at the University of Geneva found that neutrophils—normally frontline defenders against infection—can be reprogrammed inside tumors to fuel cancer growth instead. Once exposed to the tumor environment, these immune cells begin producing a molecule called CCL3 that actively promotes tumor progression.
7 surprising ways URochester’s Laboratory for Laser Energetics shapes science and society
The Laser Lab at URochester powers breakthroughs in fusion, national security, and technologies we use every day.
New research reveals humans could have as many as 33 senses
We don’t experience the world through neat, separate senses—everything blends together. Smell, touch, sound, sight, and balance constantly influence one another, shaping how food tastes, objects feel, and even how heavy our bodies seem. Scientists now believe humans may have more than 20 distinct senses working at once. Everyday illusions and experiences reveal just how surprisingly complex perception really is.
Scientists were wrong for decades about DNA knots
Scientists have discovered that DNA behaves in a surprising way when squeezed through tiny nanopores, overturning a long-held assumption in genetics research. What researchers once thought were knots causing messy electrical signals turn out to be something else entirely: twisted coils called plectonemes, formed as flowing ions inside the pore spin the DNA like a phone cord. These twists can linger and grow as DNA moves through, leaving clear electrical fingerprints.
Americans are being charged sneaky fees for routine health care. Here's why it's happening and what you can do about it
A visit to your family doctor may come with a surprising surcharge.
Ledecka halted in quest for snowboarding 3-peat
Ester Ledecka's quest to become the first snowboarder to win gold medals in three straight Olympics came to a surprisingly early end when she lost her quarterfinal race in parallel giant slalom by 0.06 seconds.
Gut bacteria can sense their environment and it’s key to your health
Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria that constantly “sense” their surroundings to survive and thrive. New research shows that beneficial gut microbes, especially common Clostridia bacteria, can detect a surprisingly wide range of chemical signals produced during digestion, including byproducts of fats, proteins, sugars, and even DNA. These microbes use specialized sensors to move toward valuable nutrients, with lactate and formate standing out as especially important fuel sources.
Indiana Jones and Great Circle will be full game on cartridge
Bethesda has recently revealed that surprisingly Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on the Nintendo Switch 2 will be the full game on cartridge, so no Game-Key Card malarky here.
Not-so-American football: the Super Bowl's overseas stars
The Super Bowl may be as American as apple pie, but a surprising number of this year's stars hail from overseas.That international expansion was also a key motivation behind the selection of this year's Super Bowl performer Bad Bunny, who is expected to provide the first half-time show sung entirely in Spanish. amz/bb
A Pro-Israel Group’s Move Backfires as Gaza Tensions Flare in Midterms
A surprising twist in a New Jersey primary race showed how questions about Israel continue to roil American politics in unpredictable ways.
Google Gives Android Users the Best News on AirDrop Support
AirDrop for Android will arrive on other Android phones this year, not just Pixel devices. When Google surprisingly launched AirDrop support on the Pixel 10 last year, we sort of... #AirDrop #Android
Amazfit Active Max review: The best budget smartwatch of 2026?
The Amazfit Active Max has surprisingly good specs and an unusually wide range of features for a smartwatch that costs just $169.99.
The Green surge shows UK politics has reached a turning point – and it has surprisingly little to do with Zack Polanski
At a party event in a school hall in Lewisham, people told me how disillusionment with Labour has led to this moment, says Guardian columnist Aditya Chakrabortty
Anthony Davis trade grades: Mavericks, Wizards both make questionable decisions in deadline puzzler
The Wizards and Mavericks made one of the most surprising trades in recent deadline memory
Seals Are Seemingly Vanishing Off the Dutch Coast. These Scientists Are Trying to Get to the Bottom of the Mysterious Disappearances
Recent counts of the Wadden Sea’s adult harbor seal population have revealed a surprising trend of decline, prompting a consortium of researchers to investigate whether the animals are dying off, relocating or experiencing something else altogether
Surprising Find Inside Kidney Stones Suggests We Were Wrong About How They Form
How'd we miss that?
Commanders make surprising choice in new NFL mock draft
The Commanders are betting big on potential in this new mock draft.
Android 16 February 2026 security update goes live, and you might find it surprising
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What a Democratic upset that sent ‘shockwaves’ through the Texas GOP could mean for November
Democrat Taylor Rehmet flipped a Texas Senate seat in deep-red Tarrant County over the weekend. Now, the surprising win is raising alarms for Republicans in Texas — and beyond — ahead of November's midterm elections.
We Were Wrong About How Much Your Genes Shape Your Lifespan
A surprising twist was hiding in the data.
The hottest job in tech: Writing words
The rise of slopaganda is fueling a surprising tech hiring boom.
The technical reason behind Nelly Korda's surprising driver switch
Korda's latest win came with a new driver in the bag. Only this wasn't a simple plug-and-play.
New catalyst turns carbon dioxide into clean fuel source
Researchers have found that manganese, an abundant and inexpensive metal, can be used to efficiently convert carbon dioxide into formate, a potential hydrogen source for fuel cells. The key was a clever redesign that made the catalyst last far longer than similar low-cost materials. Surprisingly, the improved manganese catalyst even beat many expensive precious-metal options. The discovery could help turn greenhouse gas into clean energy ingredients.
Anker's Cool New USB Charger Gadget Is On Sale For Only $30
In the market for a new phone charger for your iPhone?? A highly-rated and surprisingly feature-packed phone charger from Anker is currently on sale.
Broncos officially interviewed Davis Webb for their offensive coordinator position
According to the Denver Gazette’s Chris Tomasson, the Denver Broncos officially interviewed pass game coordinator/quarterbacks coach Davis Webb for their vacant offensive coordinator position. Tomasson adds that sources have told him that Webb is the leading candidate for the job. The Broncos surprisingly fired offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi last week after head coach Sean Payton […]
Country Star Makes Surprising 'Jesus' Comment During Grammys Acceptance Speech
“Jesus is for everybody," he said.
Surprising things about visiting Hawaii's friendliest island, Molokai
Although I'm a Hawaii local, many things surprised me about my first time visiting Molokai, nicknamed the Friendly Isle, on a recent trip.
750-year-old Indian poems reveal a landscape scientists got wrong
Old Indian poems and folk songs are revealing a surprising truth about the land. Scientists found that descriptions of thorny trees and open grasslands in texts written as far back as the 1200s closely match today’s savannas in western India. This suggests these landscapes are ancient and natural—not ruined forests. The discovery could reshape how conservation and tree-planting efforts are planned.
Large Hadron Collider reveals 'primordial soup' of the early universe was surprisingly soupy
Waiter, there's a quark in my soup!
Scientists use AI to crack the code of nature’s most complex patterns 1,000x faster
Order doesn’t always form perfectly—and those imperfections can be surprisingly powerful. In materials like liquid crystals, tiny “defects” emerge when symmetry breaks, shaping everything from cosmic structures to everyday technologies. Now, researchers have developed an AI-powered method that can predict how these defects will form and evolve in milliseconds instead of hours. By learning directly from data, the system accurately maps molecular alignments and complex defect behavior, even in situations where defects merge or split.
Roadkill is a surprising and untapped source for scientists
Millions of animals unfortunately die on roads each year, but the casualties hold important data.
Obituary: Ajit Pawar, the mercurial leader who stepped out of his uncle's shadow
Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash, reshaped Maharashtra's politics in surprising ways.
The surprising science behind how certain foods can make you smell more attractive
Beneath fancy perfumes and deodorants, our food choices may be quietly shaping our natural scent in unexpected ways
Max Scherzer Predicted To Surprisingly Land With New AL Team
Max Scherzer’s free agency could extend into the season, per reports, as teams weigh his veteran presence against durability concerns. Bleacher Report’s Zachary D. Rymer pointed to the Kansas City Royals as a compelling surprise option. “According to Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic, the latest on Max Scherzer is that he could […]
Bills reportedly promote OC Joe Brady to head coach following surprising Sean McDermott firing
God, Science, and Andrew Huberman
Given his influence, it's not surprising that Huberman’s remarks went viral. Not only does he believe in God, it's not merely theoretical.
Alzheimer’s may trick the brain into erasing its own memories
Alzheimer’s may destroy memory by flipping a single molecular switch that tells neurons to prune their own connections. Researchers found that both amyloid beta and inflammation converge on the same receptor, triggering synapse loss. Surprisingly, neurons aren’t passive victims—they actively respond to these signals. Targeting this receptor could offer a new way to protect memory beyond current amyloid-focused drugs.
These four common foods may be wrecking your gut health, expert warns
Common kitchen foods may be damaging your gut health without you knowing it. A nutrition expert reveals four surprising culprits harming your microbiome.
Giving your healthcare info to a chatbot is, unsurprisingly, a terrible idea
ChatGPT Health promises privacy. All you have is OpenAI’s word.
Trump’s war on Wall Street landlords could raise your rent
The surprising truth about corporate investment in housing.
Tiny doses of THC show big benefits for HIV treatment
A new study suggests that micro-doses of THC could help counter many long-term side effects of HIV treatment without causing intoxication. In animal models, low-dose THC reduced inflammation, improved gut bacteria, boosted serotonin, and lowered harmful cholesterol and bile acids. Surprisingly, it also reduced circulating levels of antiretroviral drugs while maintaining viral suppression, potentially protecting the liver. Scientists say the results point to a promising new approach for managing chronic complications of HIV.
World’s fastest-growing plant is also a surprising superfood
You might be more familiar with it as a versatile fibrous material or the staple food of giant pandas, but bamboo has now entered the health-food realm thanks to the first review into its dietary benefits. Those include aiding blood sugar regulation, fighting inflammation and improving gut health.
Scientists discover why some wounds refuse to heal
Scientists have uncovered a surprising reason why some chronic wounds refuse to heal, even when treated with antibiotics. A common bacterium found in long-lasting wounds does not just resist drugs. It actively releases damaging molecules that overwhelm skin cells and stop them from repairing tissue. Researchers discovered that neutralizing these harmful molecules with antioxidants allows skin cells to recover and restart healing.
A “dormant” brain protein turns out to be a powerful switch
Scientists at Johns Hopkins have uncovered a surprising new way to influence brain activity by targeting a long-mysterious class of proteins linked to anxiety, schizophrenia, and movement disorders. Once thought to be mostly inactive, these proteins—called GluDs—turn out to play an active role in how brain cells communicate and form connections.
Scientists found the perfect temperature for baking cookies. It could be surprisingly important.
The results could lead to far greater things than just yummier cookies.
Scientists sent viruses to space and they evolved in surprising ways
When scientists sent bacteria-infecting viruses to the International Space Station, the microbes did not behave the same way they do on Earth. In microgravity, infections still occurred, but both viruses and bacteria evolved differently over time. Genetic changes emerged that altered how viruses attach to bacteria and how bacteria defend themselves. The findings could help improve phage therapies against drug-resistant infections.
Tiny earthquakes are revealing a dangerous secret beneath California
Scientists are uncovering a hidden and surprisingly complex earthquake zone beneath Northern California by tracking swarms of tiny earthquakes that are far too weak to feel. These faint tremors are revealing what lies beneath the surface where the San Andreas fault meets the Cascadia subduction zone, one of the most dangerous seismic regions in North America.
Fibremaxxing: Trend for eating more fibre has surprising benefits
Fibre is making a comeback and this is a wellbeing trend nutritionists are getting excited about.
Earnings Show Banks Turning Transaction Banking Into a Platform Business
Some of the world’s largest banks posted their final earnings for the 2025 fiscal year this week. The most surprising narrative from firms like Citigroup,
Body fat supports your health in surprisingly complex ways
Evidence is mounting that our body fat supports everything from our bone health to our mood, and now, research suggests it also regulates blood pressure and immunity
Electrons stop acting like particles—and physics still works
Physicists have long relied on the idea that electrons behave like tiny particles zipping through materials, even though quantum physics says their exact position is fundamentally uncertain. Now, researchers at TU Wien have discovered something surprising: a material where this particle picture completely breaks down can still host exotic topological states—features once thought to depend on particle-like behavior.
Nothing will raise smartphone prices in 2026 due to RAM shortages, Carl Pei confirms
Unsurprisingly, Nothing isn't immune to current market conditions, and it's bound to mean more expensive smartphones in 2026.
Colin Cowherd Gives Patriots Surprising Spot In Playoff Power Rankings
After a crazy Wild Card Weekend, only eight teams remain in the NFL playoff field. Fortunately for the New England Patriots, they are one of them. The Patriots had the second-largest margin of victory of last weekend’s six postseason games with their 16-3 win over the Los Angeles Chargers. It wasn’t pretty, but New England […]
SMU regaining health in time for Virginia Tech visit
SMU will likely be back at full strength as it seeks to snap a two-game losing streak against surprising Virginia Tech when the teams square off on Wednesday in an Atlantic Coast Conference game in Dallas.
Pixel 10a Hitting Online Retailers With February Launch Date
The Pixel 10a could launch very soon in some new colors. After surprising us a bit with a March launch of the Pixel 9a last year, Google could be ready to bring us its successor... #Google #Pixel10a
Hubble Has Traveled Over 6 Billion Kilometers. Soon, It Will Crash Down To Earth.
Current predictions show surprisingly high odds of the telescope posing risk to people on Earth.
A new crystal makes magnetism twist in surprising ways
Florida State University scientists have engineered a new crystal that forces atomic magnets to swirl into complex, repeating patterns. The effect comes from mixing two nearly identical compounds whose mismatched structures create magnetic tension at the atomic level. These swirling “skyrmion-like” textures are prized for their low-energy behavior and stability. The discovery could help drive advances in data storage, energy-efficient electronics, and quantum computing.
49ers vs. Eagles: Brock Purdy, San Francisco dethrone Philly on late fourth-quarter TD drive
The Eagles’ season ends in a massive disappointment, but it couldn’t have been too surprising based on how inconsistent they had been.
Nature could take over an abandoned NYC surprisingly quickly
Even the Empire State Building would eventually crumble.
Superyacht broker on 3 surprising things about selling to ultrawealthy
AJ Blackmon, the CEO of Ikonic Yachts, shared three surprising things he's learned about selling superyachts to the ultrawealthy.
Drinking Coffee May Help Improve Heart Health, Lower Diabetes Risk
Recent research has shown surprising health benefits of coffee, including a reduction in AFib frequency and a decrease in the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
Unofficial Intel Arc driver includes Big Battlemage "BMG-G31" firmware, so why hasn’t Intel announced the GPU yet?
Intel Arc B770 was a no-show at CES 2026 Intel's product keynote was surprisingly more consumer-oriented than NVIDIA's and AMD's. However, the
Beloved HBO series gets surprising update after years off the air
The star of a popular HBO series has shared a promising update about the show's future
Think The World Is Getting Worse? Science Has Some Surprising Good News
It's not as bad as you think.
Surprising things about flying first class with Delta
I flew first class with Delta for the first time. I was surprised by the food, in-seat amenities, and bathroom products.
We Emit a Visible Light That Vanishes When We Die, Surprising Study Says
Then again, so does your houseplant.
What’s Next for Venezuela After Maduro? One Expert Has Some Surprising Answers.
This isn’t the next Iraq War, he says, but there’s still plenty to be concerned about.
The HP Omnibook Ultra 14 at CES 2026: Super sleek and surprisingly durable
I went hands-on with HP's new flagship consumer laptop, which pairs a superthin design with military-grade toughness.
Analysis: The surprising US plan in Venezuela comes with huge risks for Trump
The US overthrow of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro isn’t an exact copy of the haunted regime change inflicted on Iraq.
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.
Star Wars Game Resells For Hundreds For Surprising Reason
Star Wars: Racer Revenge’s PS4 port has caught the eye of resellers, collectors, and PS5 hackers
Should the NHS really use magic mushrooms to treat mental health?
Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 - with surprising results
These AA batteries charge over USB-C and genuinely impressed me.
[Media: https://www.tiktok.com/@verge/video/7587156343392374030] What if you could charge double-As with the same cord as your phone? That’s a thing, and these 1.5V lithium-ion Zepath batteries are surprisingly good! Don’t throw away your Eneloops yet, as NiMH is likely safer and can last longer in low-current applications. But these last way longer in my modded GBA.
6 pillars of a healthier lifestyle in 2026, from experts on staying young
An NFL neurosurgeon and a brain health expert reveal longevity secrets beyond typical resolutions, including the surprising benefits of not retiring early.
The Surprising Science Behind Why Cold Air Feels So Good—and Where to Breathe the World's Cleanest Air
A new study reveals why crisp winter air smells cleaner, feels fresher, and boosts wellbeing—and it's best experienced in Finland's Santa's Lapland.
Rounding up Essentia media coverage from December
Media coverage of Essentia Health in December focused — not surprisingly — on seasonal topics.
The weird and surprising Wisconsin sports stories in 2025
Some moments were uplifting, some were off-putting and some were just weird. These were the surprising and funny Wisconsin sports stories of 2025.
Novo Nordisk's 'long game' on weight loss drugs sparks hope in science, but the Street is impatient
The medicine developed by the100-year old Danish drugmaker may impact patients' brains in surprising ways
There's a Surprisingly Easy Way to Remove Microplastics in Drinking Water
You may already be doing it.
'Stop and re-check everything': Scientists discover 26 new bacterial species in NASA's cleanrooms
Scientists discover 26 new bacterial species in NASA cleanrooms, revealing surprisingly resilient microbes with potential uses in biotechnology and medicine.
Wild things we learned about Earth in 2025
With findings on Earth’s polar extremes and its innermost core, scientists shaped how we look at the planet in 2025 in surprising and fascinating ways.
Call this 49ers’ stunning, surprising season what it is, ‘Mission: Improbable’
After a dozen San Francisco 49ers wins, with Sunday’s see-saw victory over the Bears perhaps their most memorable yet, the Niners could earn a flight-free playoffs on Saturday. Whodathunkit?
Surprising Celtics look to add to Blazers' road woes
Not having Jayson Tatum was supposed to make things extremely difficult for the Boston Celtics.
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.