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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.
Saturday sports: Winter Olympics preview; NFL wraps up regular season
The new year brings
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 […]
Scientists Announce Results After Scanning 3I/ATLAS for Alien Signals
Alien technology or a natural comet?
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.
Blocking One Protein Slows Cancer Growth in Mice, Scientists Discover
"Could make current immunotherapies more effective."
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.”
Opinion | Can We Really Afford to Let Health Care Get Any Worse?
With Trump’s health care cuts, I traveled to Ohio, Mississippi and Alabama — and encountered devastated families bracing for even more difficult challenges.
AI scientist Ling Haibin, father of first plant ID app, leaves US for China
Pioneering scientist takes up new position at Westlake University to seek ‘fresh exploration’ with greater freedom and inclusivity.
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.
A weak body clock may be an early warning for dementia
Your daily rhythm may matter more for brain health than previously thought. Older adults with weaker, more disrupted activity patterns were far more likely to develop dementia than those with steady routines. A later daily energy peak was also linked to higher risk. The study points to the body clock as a possible early warning sign for cognitive decline.
LIGO observatory kicks off new year with Science Saturday
LIVINGSTON - The LIGO observatory kicked off the new year with its first Science Saturday of the year.
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.
Can a mammogram help identify heart disease?
An ongoing study spotlights the link between calcium deposits in the breast arteries and life-threatening heart risks.
Letters to Sports: Times are tough for Lincoln Riley and his Trojans
Readers of the L.A. Times Sports section share their thoughts on USC losing in the Alamo Bowl, Lincoln Riley's coaching job, college bowl games, the Lakers and Bill Plaschke.
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, […]
“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.
RADV Driver Lands Another Big Improvement For Early AMD GCN Graphics Cards
Beyond Linux 6.19 switching old AMD GCN 1.0 and 1.1 GPUs to the AMDGPU kernel driver by default for better performance, RADV out-of-the-box, and more, there are still more improvements planned for these aging AMD graphics cards
Blood Feud: Oura’s Health Panels Versus Whoop’s Advanced Labs
It’s easier than ever to order your own blood draws, but direct-access testing won’t replace a doctor.
Haunted downtown returns to Jacksonville
Downtown Jacksonville is getting spooky this week.
Panthers playoff picture: Scenarios, chances for Carolina to make postseason
This Week in Science: Reversing Alzheimer's, Solving a Tapestry Mystery, And More!
Our weekly science news roundup.
Tim Walz was a Democratic hopeful. Now, he’s a Republican punching bag.
The Minnesota governor is seeking a third term amid a welfare probe in his state that has sparked unwanted national attention.
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.
Knicks, smarting from ugly loss, pursue improvement vs. Sixers
Fresh off perhaps their most lethargic performance of the season, the New York Knicks hope to author a crisper effort Saturday when they host the Philadelphia 76ers.
Tierra Verde Marina expansion withdrawn, too late for some businesses
The owners withdrew their proposal amid community resistance, but not before forcing out local businesses.
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) […]
4 ideas we should have forgotten in Kansas politics in 2025
With inspiration from "When Harry Met Sally," these "acquaintances" in Kansas politics in 2025 should probably be forgotten.
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.
Colossal Athletes Fill These Modern Arenas
COSM, a company once focused on planetarium displays, is immersing sports fans with giant screens and desirable angles.
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.
Short-handed Warriors suffer blowout loss vs. Thunder, 131-94
Without a group of key pieces, including Steph Curry, the short-handed Warriors couldn't hang with the Thunder on the way to a 131-94 loss on Friday.
Southcoast unveils 2025 President’s Award for Excellence honorees
Portraits of the 2025 Southcoast Health President’s Award for Excellence honorees were unveiled Jan. 2.
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
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
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Ranked Battle Season 5 "Coming Soon", Includes Another Mega Stone Reward
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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
Inside Iowa Politics: Looking for compromise on health care costs
Health care insurance premiums are more expensive for millions of Americans as the new year begins.
Inside Iowa Politics: Looking for compromise on health care costs
Health care insurance premiums are more expensive for millions of Americans as the new year begins.
Commanders vs. Eagles bold predictions for Week 18 clash
With the 2025 regular season rapidly coming to an end, the Commanders and Eagles have one final chance to mix it up in an NFC East showdown.
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.
Donald Trump’s attacks on American academia hurt Europe’s scientists, says official
‘Science in the US being curtailed has an effect on all of us,’ says EU research funding chief Maria Leptin
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…
High School Sports Rally: Hopkins team bands together for coach fighting cancer
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.
Coast Guard suspends search for people who abandoned ship after US strikes on alleged drug boats
The US Coast Guard announced Friday night it has suspended its search for people in the water after US strikes on alleged drug boats in the eastern Pacific Ocean earlier this week.
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.
‘Practice Launch 90′ program aims to help open more health practices faster
Are you frustrated with how long it can take to get a doctor’s appointment? One Vermont-based company is pitching a quick fix to this region’s long-lasting problem.
Health Authorities Issue Measles Alert at Creationist Museum
In 2025, the U.S. had the most infections of the vaccine-preventable disease since 1992.
What is the mysterious humming noise in New Mexico that scientists still cannot explain | - The Times of India
Science News: Since the early 1990s, residents in and around Taos, New Mexico, have reported hearing a persistent low-frequency sound with no visible or measurable .
China’s robot sports craze could eventually put humanoids in homes
On the outskirts of Beijing, young Chinese entrepreneur Cheng Hao sits on an indoor soccer pitch – but this turf isn’t for humans. It’s where engineers working for his start-up, Booster Robotics, train human-like robots to play soccer using artificial intelligence – dribbling, passing, shooting and blocking.
Exploring Area15’s new interactive entertainment offerings
Area15 introduced us to fall’s attraction of the season, Universal Horror Unleashed, but even more experiences have rolled out since then.
Mamdani revokes Adams’ executive orders, including antisemitism definition and ban on Israel boycotts
Dance company director speaks out on canceling Kennedy center shows
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.
Packers-Vikings Preview
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Justin Jefferson has hardly been admired more by the Minnesota Vikings than during this season of frustration for their once-potent offense, despite production by the four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver that has lagged well behind his remarkable standard.
Full-length Replay: First Things First: OT
Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, Kevin Wildes and OT anchor Danny Parkins offer their opinions on the day’s biggest sports stories.
Small Business Administration bans thousands of Minnesota borrowers over suspected pandemic-era fraud
The agency’s leader said a review over the past week flagged $400 million in loans to Minnesotans with “suspected fraudulent activity.”
Texarkana, Arkansas, could finalize entertainment district changes Monday
TEXARKANA, Ark. -- Modifying the entertainment district is on the agenda for the first meeting of the year for the city's Board of Directors.
Browns-Bengals Preview
CINCINNATI (AP) Myles Garrett has sacked Joe Burrow plenty of times in the six seasons since Burrow was the top overall pick by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2020.
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.
Apple's 2026 Low-Cost A18 MacBook Pro: What We Know So Far
Apple is planning to release a low-cost MacBook in 2026, which will apparently compete with more affordable Chromebooks and Windows PCs. Apple's most affordable Mac right now is the $999 MacBook Air, and the upcoming low-cost MacBook is expected to be cheaper. Here's what we know about the low-cost MacBook so far. Size Rumors suggest the low-cost MacBook will have a display that's around 13 inches in size.
2026 is a big year for Nevada politics and elections
TMCC Political Science Professor Fred Lokken explains why 2026 is a big year in politics here in Nevada.
High-efficiency broadband active metasurfaces via reversible metal electrodeposition
Light: Science & Applications - This work presents active metasurfaces enabled by reversible metal electrodeposition with exceptional optical tunability, spanning from visible to near- and...
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.
Scientists tested intermittent fasting without eating less and found no metabolic benefit
Time-restricted eating has been widely promoted as a simple way to boost metabolic health, but new research paints a more complicated picture. When calorie intake stayed the same, an eight-hour eating window did not improve insulin sensitivity or cardiovascular markers. What did change was the body’s internal clock, which shifted based on meal timing and altered sleep patterns. The results suggest calorie reduction, not the eating window itself, may be the real driver of health benefits.
A hidden brain problem may be an early warning for Alzheimer’s
Researchers discovered that clogged brain “drains” show up early in people at risk of Alzheimer’s disease. These blockages, easily seen on standard MRI scans, are tied to toxic protein buildup linked to memory loss and cognitive decline. In some cases, they may signal Alzheimer’s earlier than other commonly used brain markers. This could help physicians detect the disease earlier, before irreversible damage sets in.
Two unstable atoms are rewriting neutron star explosions
Scientists have precisely measured two unstable atomic nuclei that play a crucial role in explosive X-ray bursts on neutron stars. The results reveal faster nuclear reactions than previously thought, reshaping how we understand element formation in extreme cosmic environments.
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...
Steubenville High School science program gains research grant
STEUBENVILLE — Steubenville High School science students will utilize a $3,400 grant to review water quality and the presence of microplastics in fish found in local tributaries. Teacher Jessie Clark received the Environmental Stewardship Research Grant from the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio and will begin the project with her class this month. Clark said the […]
How the politics of Mamdani’s parents, both longtime BDS supporters, shaped NYC’s new mayor
Mahmood Mamdani boasted of being first faculty member to address 2024 encampment at Columbia; mayor's wife has also made pro-Palestinian, anti-Israel advocacy a focal point of her art
Brad Pitt didn't believe Leonardo DiCaprio when he pointed out his parents on set
Leonardo DiCaprio is looking back on the time Brad Pitt mistook his parents for extras on the set of 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood': 'That's how they dress every day!'
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?
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.
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.
Best Of: The Science And Stories Of Time Travel : 1A
Have you ever fantasized about going back in time to relive a moment — or change it?Maybe you’re more interested in traveling to the future where cars fly and the code to immortality has been cracked.If the idea of time travel resonates with you, you’re far from alone — particularly during a year of political upheaval.Scientists moved one step closer to understanding time travel, at least hypothetically, this year. Two physicists at the University of Queensland in Australia created a model for studying the phenomenonWe’re not there yet. But when it comes to books, movies and TV shows, that’s a different story. We’ve been thinking about hurtling through history for a very, very long time.Why do we return time and time again to stories about time travel? Will it ever become a reality?Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.
Some businesses in Henrico incorrectly charging plastic bag tax after Richmond adopts ordinance
Multiple chain stores in Henrico County are incorrectly charging customers a 5-cent plastic bag tax, despite the county having no such ordinance in place.
ASUS Sparks Fears Of Potential Price Increase For The ROG Xbox Ally
Another casualty of the rising RAM costs?
Snow removal business booms amid snowy winter
While the frequent snowfall this winter has been challenging for many residents, local snow removal businesses are experiencing their busiest season in years.
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.
SBA suspends nearly 7,000 Minnesota borrowers over suspected COVID relief loan fraud
Federal officials say nearly 7,000 Minnesota borrowers are suspended from Small Business Administration programs over suspected COVID relief loan fraud tied to PPP and EIDL loans.
FNC Entertainment Stock Rises With CNBLUE Single, Stacked January Releases
K-pop agency FNC Entertainment saw its shares rise as Korean rock band CNBLUE releases new single "Still, a Flower" and the agency has a strong schedule of new music.
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.
Many states increase minimum wage for 2026
Nearly 20 states raised the minimum wage for workers starting in the new year, with three more upping theirs later in 2026.
Football gossip: Rodrygo, Baleba, Castellanos, Maamma, Rodriguez, Willock
Rodrygo is wanted by a trio of Premier League clubs as he looks to leave Real Madrid, Manchester United have reignited interest in Carlos Baleba, while West Ham are chasing Taty Castellanos.