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Krzysztof Jasiewicz Publishes Chapter in ‘The Oxford Handbook of Polish Politics’
Krzysztof Jasiewicz, William P. Ames Jr. Professor of Sociology and Anthropology Emeritus at Washington and Lee University, contributed a chapter in “The Oxford Handbook of Polish Politics,” which …
Keith Urban manager Gary Borman shutters Borman Entertainment
Gary Borman, longtime Nashville artist manager, is retiring and shuttering his company. His client list included Keith Urban.
Four questions with Tennessee Finance Commissioner Jim Bryson
With governor's proposal in hand, state's top finance official talks through it
Opinion | An arbitrary rule change is threatening America’s health care system
An ’80s-inspired student loan tweak will make it harder to enter advanced nursing roles.
New cardiology-OB-GYN continuing education to launch with $1 million gift from leading media voice on health Dr. Jennifer Ashton and husband Tom Werner
Embargoed until 1pm ET, Monday, February 23, 2026 DALLAS, Feb. 23, 2026 — The American Heart Association today announced a bold new initiative designed to transform how clinicians identify and treat cardiovascular risk in midlife women. The...
Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma pledges "no bad AI" at Xbox
Sharma says "AI has long been part of gaming and will continue to be" but that "great stories are created by humans"
Deep in Antarctic ice, these particles can answer basic questions about the universe
A dense network of sensors is looking for the fleeting footprints of neutrinos, the most mysterious in the pantheon of known particles.
The Politics of Wildlife Protection
At the latest Washington Convention meeting in Uzbekistan, countries, conservationists, NGOs and traders negotiated over the fate of the world’s endangered animals
'Beep Boop Beep Boop': New Xbox Boss Asha Sharma Hits Back at Claim Her Social Media Account Is Run by AI, and Posts Her Gamertag
Microsoft's new gaming boss Asha Sharma has begun chatting on social media with Xbox fans — and responding to comments regarding her perceived lack of gaming knowledge and background in AI.
Former F.B.I. Official, Ousted Under Trump, Will Run for Congress in Maryland
David Sundberg, who led the Washington Field Office, is joining a crowded Democratic primary for Steny H. Hoyer’s open House seat.
Biden, aides project optimism in cancer fight, but some close friends worry
The former president announced last year he has an aggressive form of prostate cancer. He and his aides say he’s doing well and has upcoming public appearances.
New research suggests some cases of autism could be preventable
Studies say avoiding environmental exposures, especially pre-conception, may help. Influencers are branding the idea “trimester zero,” but the science is in early stages.
New research suggests some cases of autism could be preventable
Studies say avoiding environmental exposures, especially pre-conception, may help. Influencers are branding the idea “trimester zero,” but the science is in early stages.
De-Extinction: Can Science Really Bring Species Back to Life?
Extinction has always been treated as the final full stop in evolutionary history. De-extinction is now challenging that assumption.
Federal funding freeze stalls growth for Western Pennsylvania small businesses
Despite a push from the Trump administration to unleash American competitiveness, Congress has failed to reauthorize the nation’s largest innovation...
Like Trump nationally, incumbent Colorado Dems lose sight of what matters to everyday people
My years as a high-level radioactive waste manager took me in and out of Washington, D.C. frequently during the 1990s. Following Newt Gingrich’s successful 1994 ouster of the Democratic majority in Congress, following their 40-year reign, I was surprised many Democratic lobbyists were willing to acknowledge privately Newt’s win was probably a good thing. There […]
A new era for Dutch politics with Rob Jetten set to be sworn in as prime minister
The Netherlands is getting a new minority government led by Rob Jetten, the country’s youngest-ever prime minister
In health care’s defining moment, AMA helps drive positive change
Building on eight major wins in the federal budget deal, doctors gather for the AMA National Advocacy Conference in Washington to reshape medicine.
Josh Shapiro, in his own words, on political violence and antisemitism
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is opening up about his Jewish faith at a pivotal moment in his political rise
From bakeries to beauty shops, Russian businesses are feeling the pain from a new wartime tax policy
Denis Maksimov’s bakery in suburban Moscow became famous overnight after he appeared on President Vladimir Putin’s annual call-in show in December. Standing in front of the bakery — called Mashenka, after his oldest daughter -– he pleaded with Putin via video to look into new tax reforms that are significantly increasing the burden on small businesses like his. As Putin's full-scale invasion of Ukraine marks four years, the mounting pressure on Russia’s economy is starting to show.
As antisemitism rises and strife over Israel continues, Josh Shapiro turns toward his Jewish faith
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro may be the nation’s most prominent Jewish politician as antisemitism surges across America
Genome Science Revolutionizes Wheat Stem Rust Battle
Key points Genome sequencing of several wheat stem rust strains shows some outbreaks arose independently, overturning assumptions and changing how
The FBI Says These Wi-Fi Routers Are Unsafe, And Here's Why
The FBI has named a series of Wi-Fi routers as being unsafe. If you're using a router from this brand, you might want to check if yours is one of the models.
No. 14 Virginia streaks into clash with NC State
No. 14 Virginia is seeking its longest winning streak since the 2018-19 national championship season when it hosts NC State in Atlantic Coast Conference action Tuesday night in Charlottesville, Va.
T’au Empire’s Twin Lance datasheet lets you perfect close-range enemy-melting
Who ever said the T’au were no good up close?
UC/UC Health Addiction Center to advance addiction research, treatment and education
The University of Cincinnati and UC Health have launched the UC/UC Health Addiction Center, a multidisciplinary initiative designed to unite research with clinical and educational expertise to improve addiction prevention and treatment outcomes in the Greater Cincinnati community and beyond.
Windows 10 is vulnerable, but upgrading to Windows 11 Pro is only $13 right now
It's usually $199.
Australia news live: health warning as measles spreads in Melbourne; flash floods cut east-west rail link
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Why keeping lawmakers in DC during shutdown may have caused more harm than good
Congress left Washington without resolving DHS funding crisis because no deal was close, avoiding potential mayhem from keeping lawmakers idle during shutdown.
Man shot and killed after entering Mar-a-Lago perimeter, Secret Service says
The Secret Service said the man was observed carrying “what appeared to be a shotgun and a fuel can.”
Netflix disappoints subscribers with adaptation of famous science-fiction saga
An unkillable sci-fi franchise just ran into the only foe it can’t outpace: the algorithm. What set off a clash between artistic ambition, canon loyalists, and the cold math of streaming?
Josh Shapiro to neighbors: Get off my lawn
The Pennsylvania governor and Democratic star is embroiled in a dispute with his neighbor that has escalated into an unlikely political saga.
What is ‘Jeffing’? This walk-run technique can help you get in shape.
The cardio workout offers significant health benefits, even for those who don’t want to run continuously.
Commentary: Eight candidates, four minutes to run for California governor. Ready, go!
Appearing before the Democratic faithful at the state party convention in San Francisco, hopefuls offered the whys and wherefores of their candidacies. There was a great deal of Trump bashing.
WTF? Is political discourse becoming coarser or par for the course?
The country's political debate is increasingly peppered with profanity but subjects such as immigration have been flashpoints for centuries.
Anti-Trump Republicans Face Divisions and an Uncertain Future
Divisions over what and who should come next were evident as G.O.P. critics of the president, weakened in their party, gathered at a summit near Washington.
A border district in Texas is flashing warning signs for Republicans in the midterms
We visited Alcazar and South Texas as part of our “All Over the Map” project, an effort to track elections and major issue debates through the eyes of experiences of everyday Americans. That there is good reason to visit speaks volumes about President Donald Trump’s midterm political troubles.
Saint Mary's defeats Washington State 83-67
PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) Joshua Dent scored 22 points as Saint Mary's beat Washington State 83-67 on Saturday.
Boise business reopens in new location after crash forced closure
60% disapprove of Trump ahead of State of the Union, Post-ABC poll finds
Democrats have made little headway in persuading Americans that they have better ideas or policies to offer.
North Hollywood Senior High School Wins 34th Annual LADWP Regional Science Bowl Competition
Winning Team to Represent Los Angeles Region in the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science National Science Bowl® Competition in Washington, D.C. LOS ANGELES (February 21, 2026) – Demonstrating an exceptional command of advanced knowledge in all areas of science and mathematics, North Hollywood Senior High School Team A claimed first place at the […]
Duke Knocks Off Top-Ranked Michigan In Neutral-Site Showdown
Duke handed No. 1 Michigan its second loss of the season in Washington D.C. on Saturday.
Entertainment Listing: Feb. 18
Wednesday Feb. 18 Hangar 9 • Carbondale Harry Potter trivia, 8 p.m. PK’s • Carbondale Trivia, 8 p.m. Project Human X • Carbondale Advertisement Open studio, 4 p.m. Little Nashville • Marion Trivia, 6 p.m. Thursday Feb. 19 Booby’s • Carbondale Karaoke, 8:30 p.m. Hangar 9 • Carbondale Mardi Gras Mayhem: The Grand Finale...
Candelino scores 16 as Lipscomb beats North Alabama 73-51
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Ross Candelino had 16 points in Lipscomb's 73-51 victory over North Alabama on Saturday.
“Could’ve been a lot worse” owner reacts after box-truck crashes into business
A truck crashed into the front of The Honey Den candy store Friday night, damaging the business’s main location while it was closed for renovations.
Jesuit two-sport athlete smashes past personal record at state track meet
Jesuit's Ja'ir Burks felt focused as he prepared to run the Division I 60-meter hurdles at the LHSAA's state indoor track and field meet on Saturday at LSU's Carl Maddox
New Microsoft gaming CEO Asha Sharma says “hear you” to complaints about a lack of Xbox exclusives.
Over the last few years, Microsoft has been bringing its big exclusive franchises to rival platforms like PlayStation and Switch. Satya Nadella even said he wanted to “get rid of” console exclusives — that might not be a great move. But the new Xbox boss seems open to the idea that the console’s identity hinges on exclusives. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-21-at-4.17.14%E2%80%AFPM.png?quality=90&strip=all]
Savannah Chrisley was guest host on 'The View.' Now what?
Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley of "Knows Best" fame filled in as "The View" host this week. Her appearance drew fan backlash and surprise praise.
Opposition activists among 379 prisoners set for release under Venezuela's amnesty
Venezuela has begun releasing hundreds of people detained for political reasons under a new amnesty law
Trump ups global tariffs to 15%, escalating clash with Supreme Court
President Donald Trump upped new tariffs he announced after the Supreme Court ruled against his emergency tariffs on Feb. 20.
Cleveland Browns 2026 NFL draft profile: Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
The Washington pass catcher will hear his name called early in April.
Global Leaders and Businesses Pore Over Fallout of More US Tariff Swoons
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean trade officials scrambled Saturday to assess the impact of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling to invalidate some Trump administration tariffs, as business and governments around the world pored over the possible fallout from moves in Washington on the global economy.
Lawmakers consider property tax cap as mayors, business owners clash over impact
Some business owners say rising tax rates are forcing them to make tough decisions about staying open.
Former Xbox president Sarah Bond bids farewell to Xbox staff
Former Xbox president Sarah Bond thanked former CEO Phil Spencer and congratulated his successor, Asha Sharma, in a let…
Star AFC receiver emerges as surprise trade target for Steelers
The Steelers could make another big splash trade at receiver.
Small businesses survive with support from their communities, Chicago's Next Voices columnist writes
A 2025 survey found a drop in future confidence among small business owners. Next Voices columnist Lashaunta Moore's response was to make a 12-month plan to buy products and services from local firms.
Week in Politics: SCOTUS shuts down Trump's tariffs; U.S.-Iran update
We look at the U.S. Supreme Court decision striking down many of President Trump's tariffs, as well as a look as the possibility of another military clash with Iran.
Wellspring Launches Treasury Management Platform for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses
The solution integrates liquidity management, payments infrastructure, and yield across banking and stablecoin rails within a governed treasury framework.Los Angeles, CA, Feb. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wellspring today announced the launch of Wellspring Institutional, a Treasury Management platform designed for small and mid-sized businesses. The solution provides finance teams with centralized cash visibility, integrated domestic and cross-border payments, and the ability to generate yield o
Scientists may have found the holy grail of quantum computing
Scientists may have spotted a long-sought triplet superconductor — a material that can transmit both electricity and electron spin with zero resistance. That ability could dramatically stabilize quantum computers while slashing their energy use. Early experiments suggest the alloy NbRe behaves unlike any conventional superconductor. If verified, it could become a cornerstone of next-generation quantum and spintronic technology.
Inside RFK Jr.’s long-running crusade against the flu vaccine
Trump’s health secretary has halted federal flu vaccine promotions, citing personal beliefs about vaccine risks.
Handing defeats to Trump, Supreme Court signals potential course change
A pair of rulings on tariffs and National Guard deployment mark the justices’ first major decisions against the president. More may be coming.
Simple, day-to-day tasks may delay Alzheimer’s and dementia, scientists say
The survey, one of the largest of its kind, promotes the idea that the texture of daily life can leave a measurable imprint on the aging brain.
Will Commanders target Packers WR in free agency?
Packers free-agent receiver could help Washington's offense.
How will Barcelona line up against Levante?
Hansi Flick’s possible XI for Sunday’s clash
Full Court Press (2/20/26)
NORTHEAST KANSAS (KSNT) – The postseason is almost here. A thrilling Friday night across Northeast Kansas as many area teams prepare for Sub-State. Girls Topeka 58, Emporia 40 Silver Lake 68, St. Marys 31 Washburn Rural 40, Hayden 38 Highland Park 62, Sumner 11 Shawnee Heights 65, Turner 14 Holton 47, Sabetha 33 Perry-Lecompton 46, […]
Speaker Johnson denies request for Jesse Jackson to lie in honor at the Capitol
The Republican-led House said Jesse Jackson cannot lie in honor in the U.S. Capitol. The NAACP criticized the decision.
The science behind exercise and why it's good for our bodies
This will come as a surprise to no one, but exercise is really good for us. But why it works and how it works are far less understood. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores that with Stanford University’s Euan Ashley. He's a professor of genomics and cardiovascular medicine and is part of a team trying to understand, at the very molecular level, how exercise changes our bodies, and why.
The science behind exercise and why it's good for our bodies
This will come as a surprise to no one, but exercise is really good for us. But why it works and how it works are far less understood. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores that with Stanford University’s Euan Ashley. He's a professor of genomics and cardiovascular medicine and is part of a team trying to understand, at the very molecular level, how exercise changes our bodies, and why.
New Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma on What Makes a ‘Great Game,’ Having ‘No Tolerance for Bad AI’ and Replacing Phil Spencer
It's the dawn of a new era for Xbox. New Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma discusses "great games," not tolerating "bad AI" and replacing Phil Spencer.
Microsoft gaming chief Phil Spencer steps down after 38 years with company
Microsoft CoreAI exec Asha Sharma will take over in surprise executive shake-up.
Cuba's health care system pushed to the brink by US fuel blockade, Cuban minister says
Cuban officials say a U.S. fuel blockade is pushing Cuba’s health system toward collapse and putting lives at risk
Rochester Museum of Science hosts National Engineers Week event
Rochester, N.Y. A day of adventure at the Rochester Museum and Science Center.
OpenAI may sell a smart speaker with facial recognition camera
Is this the Jony Ive product that will save the ChatGPT maker?
Alan Cumming details wild night with Emma Stone that got crashed by a music legend
The actor's Club Cumming was seriously entertained one night with the help of some high-profile guests.
Alan Cumming details wild night with Emma Stone that got crashed by a music legend
Alan Cumming shares details of the night that Emma Stone brought a sports icon and a music legend to his Club Cumming: 'Dreams do come true.'
Xbox head Phil Spencer is leaving Microsoft
Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming, is retiring and will be replaced by Asha Sharma, a Microsoft executive currently overseeing AI products.
Protesters say they were attacked by bodyguards for Azerbaijan president after Trump’s Board of Peace meeting
Protesters calling for the release of political prisoners in Azerbaijan told CNN they were attacked by security guards protecting the country’s President Ilham Aliyev in Washington, DC on Thursday following President Donald Trumps’s inaugural Board of Peace meeting.
Trump loses favorite negotiating tool he touted to make peace and money
President responds to Supreme Court ruling by announcing an immediate 10 percent global tariff under a different legal authority and warned that more drastic measures could follow.
WATCH: Trump 'absolutely ashamed' of 'certain' Supreme Court justices after tariff decision
Read Microsoft gaming CEO Asha Sharma’s first memo on the future of Xbox
She’s promising “The return of Xbox.”
Xbox Shake-Up: Phil Spencer Exiting as CEO of Microsoft Games Group, Asha Sharma Set as Successor
Phil Spencer is retiring as Microsoft Gaming CEO after nearly 40 years with the Xbox owner.
Flashback One35 V2 Review: This Non-Disposable Digital Camera Is Chaotic Fun
Is this the future of photography?
Trump's face is now on the Justice Department headquarters
While Trump banners have been hung outside other agencies across Washington, the decision to place one on the storied Justice Department building amounted to a striking symbol of the erosion of the department's tradition of independence from White House control.
Trump lashes out at justices, announces new 10% global tariff
Trump told reporters that his administration will impose new tariffs by using alternative legal means.
Russell Westbrook’s wife receives email wishing death upon family after Kings’ loss
The message expressed hope the Westbrooks would die in a car crash because the Kings point guard finished with fewer than 10 points.
Trump banner on Justice Dept. building draws authoritarian comparisons
Democrats criticized the appearance of the president on the headquarters of a department that has long prided itself on being independent from the White House.
Trump lashes out at Supreme Court justices who struck down his tariffs
A 6-3 majority struck down one of President Donald Trump's favored methods to impose tariffs.
Trump warns he's considering limited strikes as Iranian diplomat says proposed deal is imminent
President Donald Trump has warned that limited strikes against Iran are possible even as the country’s top diplomat says Tehran expects to have a proposed deal ready in the next few days following nuclear talks with the U.S. Trump’s remarks Friday came a few hours after Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi said on MSNOW’s “Morning Joe” show that his country was planning to finalize a draft deal in “the next two to three days” to then send to Washington
Virginia judge blocks Democrats' referendum, a blow to redistricting effort over 4 U.S. House seats
The order runs until March 18 and clashes with early voting set to begin March 6, which could doom the referendum.
Wes Rucker, longtime Knoxville sports journalist, dies at 43
Wes Rucker, who spent decades covering Tennessee Athletics, died in a car crash Thursday, according to the Knoxville Police Department.
Live updates: In rare rebuke of Trump, Supreme Court strikes down tariffs
The ruling deals a major blow to his signature economic policy and represents a stinging political setback.
Review | ‘Everybody Loses’ tallies the steep costs of sports gambling
Danny Funt’s book makes clear that addiction is just one of many problems in the new age of legalized betting
On Trump, Obama, Aliens and Washington’s Latest Bombshell
Plus, a pardoned crypto king visits Mar-a-Lago and Trump’s advisers are struggling to get him to focus on the economy.
Opinion | The sweet scientific vindication of ‘I told you so’
A new books tells the stories of scientists ‘ridiculed, exiled, and Imprisoned for being right.’
Sports reporter Wes Rucker, who covered Tennessee athletics, dies at 43
Longtime sports reporter Wes Rucker, who covered University of Tennessee athletics, died in a car crash in Knoxville on Feb. 19.
Trump’s dream is a giant slush fund Congress can’t touch
From Venezuelan oil to the Board of Peace, Trump is constantly looking for new sources of cash he can control.