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FBI picks career agent to replace Dan Bongino as deputy director
FBI Director Kash Patel has named Christopher Raia, a seasoned career agent, to replace Dan Bongino as deputy director, according to people briefed on the matter.
Kansas State Wildcat Basketball: Arizona State Preview
Kansas State basketball heads out to Tempe, Arizona in a must win early season Big 12 clash.
Trump's Minnesota focus: From the Politics Desk
Plus, a flashpoint in the immigration debate.
Week in politics: Minneapolis ICE shooting and congressional Republicans defect : The NPR Politics Podcast
This week, a fatal shooting by an immigration enforcement officer in Minneapolis inflamed tensions. Meanwhile in Washington, congressional Republicans bucked President Trump and their party leaders. We discuss what to make of it all.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, Minnesota Public Radio host Clay Masters, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Buncombe County Health and Human Service has confirmed three cases of measles in the County. - The City of Asheville
As of January 6, 2026, there have been 3 confirmed cases of measles in Buncombe County. Currently, there are no cases of measles in the City of Asheville.
DC pipe bomb suspect pleads not guilty to federal charges
The Virginian man accused of planting two bombs in Washington, DC, five years ago pleaded not guilty Friday to federal charges of transporting and attempting to use explosives.
Why Washington's Demond Williams returned after $6 million transfer gamble
The day after his audacious announcement to break his contract and transfer, Williams sobered up to the reality he may need the Supreme Court's help to actually pull the move off
Barton Health welcomes first baby of 2026
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Barton Health welcomed the first baby of the New Year on January 6 at 2:36 p.m. Murphy Vera Ross, female, weighing 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and measuring 20 inches long, was born to Ashley Brier Ross and Barret Ross of South Lake Tahoe, CA. Dr. Megan Jewell, board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist...
Healthy Returns: What to expect from pharma at the JPM conference
At the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference, drugmakers are expected to roll out key business and drug pipeline updates and splashy M&A deals.
'9-1-1: Nashville' is back. What to know about the cast, how to watch
After a brief winter break, \
Change of mind: Larian says it will not use gen-AI at all in relation to Divinity concept art after fan backlash
Change of mind: Larian says it will not use gen-AI at all in relation to Divinity concept art after fan backlash
Fanatics Sportsbook promo code CBSFAN: Up to $2,000 No Sweat Bets for Indiana-Oregon College Football Playoff
New users can get up to $2,000 in FanCash with the latest Fanatics Sportsbook promo code for Oregon vs. Indiana in the CFP semifinals
Best PS5 game deal: Grab the Silent Hill 2 remake for under $28
The critically acclaimed Bloober Team horror remake has hit a new low price.
7 science-based tips from the Well+Being team for a healthier year
We learned a lot about how to boost our nutrition, fitness and sleep last year. Here are a few things we adopted.
Bethell had cricket in his blood, says ex-teacher
Jacob Bethell, who went to Rugby School, scored his maiden Test century during the fifth Ashes Test.
A Financier’s Twist on Buying Influence: Bankrolling Ballot Measures
Brian Heywood, a Seattle-area hedge fund founder, has spent millions to put conservative initiatives in front of Washington lawmakers and voters. Next up: parental rights and transgender athletes.
Scientists find new clues to why female fertility declines with age
New studies are shedding light on one of the biggest mysteries of human reproduction: Why do chromosomal abnormalities become common in eggs?
A New Year of Working Together to Advance Health in America
Congress returned to Washington this week with a full plate of issues to contend with in the short term as it defines its legislative agenda for the remainder of 2026.
Sports quiz of the week: Ashes, Afcon, Australian Open and moving managers
Have you followed the big news in football, cricket, boxing, tennis, athletics, snooker, darts and cycling?
CES 2026: Would you spend $9K on this OLED smart purse?
Check out the handbag for the elite who want something that no one else has.
Washington QB’s Flip-Flop Previews New College Sports Legal Issue
Demond Williams Jr. and the University of Washington had been at odds before he reversed his intention to transfer from the school.
Top diplomats from Greenland and Denmark met with White House officials as Trump pushes for ownership
The top Washington-based diplomats for Greenland and Denmark met with White House officials at the National Security Council on Thursday as Greenland continues to publicly and privately insist it is not for sale.
Switzerland loads Olympic roster with NHL talent for Milano Cortina
Team Switzerland announced their roster for the upcoming 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games, headlined by Roman Josi of the Nashville Predators.
This proven diet can lower your blood pressure—within weeks
With an emphasis on whole foods, the DASH diet is clinically proven to help improve a host of health issues from diabetes to inflammation.
Trump vows to slash mortgage rates, revive 'American Dream' after Biden housing failures
Trump directs $200 billion mortgage bond purchase to lower housing costs, citing Biden's 'broken economy' as he promises to restore affordability.
House passes bill extending health care subsidies, bucking GOP leaders
Prospects for passage in the Senate are unclear. The enhanced subsidies expired at the end of 2025, driving costs up for millions.
House passes bill extending health care subsidies, bucking GOP leaders
Prospects for passage in the Senate are unclear. The enhanced subsidies expired at the end of 2025, driving costs up for millions.
EXCLUSIVE: Brad Keselowski Will Miss Clash Amid Recovery From Broken Femur
Recovery from a broken femur suffered during a ski trip will keep Brad Keselowski from driving in the Clash. Here's the latest.
New Year, Same Health Fight
Congress returned from its break facing a familiar question: whether to extend the expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act health plans that expired at the end of 2025. Meanwhile, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. broke a promise to Bill Cassidy, the chairman of Senate health committee, by overhauling the federal government’s childhood vaccine schedule to reduce the number of diseases for which vaccines will be recommended. Sarah Karlin-Smith of Pink Sheet, Alice Miranda Ollstein of Politico, and Lauren Weber of The Washington Post join KFF Health News’ Julie Rovner to discuss those stories and more.
Transforming Business Banking with US Bank’s Shruti Patel
In our latest interview from FinovateFall 2025, Beyond the Arc CEO Steven Ramirez talks with Shruti Patel, EVP and Business CPO at US Bank.
Hope For Health Care Bills to Continue on 'Bipartisan Path,' Says DelBene
Democrat Representative from Washington Suzan DelBene, who also serves as the chair of the DCCC, says that the vote on an extension of ACA subsidies in the house is an 'important step forward' to push the Senate to make a deal on health care, even if this bill never becomes law. (Source: Bloomberg)
The Emerging Business Shift From Insight to Execution: How Autonomous AI Is Reshaping Enterprise Operations at Scale
Yet, according to Tahir Warraich, CEO of Fynite, the shift unfolding now is far more foundational. He explains that organizations are beginning to recognize that reporting, dashboards, and diagnostics are only the first step
Marshon Lattimore arrested: Commanders CB faces weapons charges in Ohio
Washington is reportedly aware of the arrest of Lattimore on weapons charges
Amazon flags 'low-time' and 'zero badgers' as it cracks down on RTO
Amazon rolls out an updated dashboard for managers to track office attendance and hours, expanding strict RTO policies.
Sports trivia quiz: Test your knowledge with our weekly game
Test your knowledge with our weekly game. How many of our eight questions can you get right?
Paramount refuses to back down in Warner Bros. Discovery takeover fight against Netflix
Paramount insists its $30 per share cash offer for Warner Bros. Discovery beats Netflix's $27.75 deal, despite board rejection of the hostile takeover bid.
23 New Bikes & E-Bikes That Might Compete for Your Cash in 2026
Nearly two dozen bikes that could be due for a refresh this season.
The Last Mile of Interoperability Is Still Manual for Behavioral Health and Post‑Acute Care
Black Book® Q4 2025 flash survey finds behavioral health, post-acute, public health, and CBO connectivity still heavily manual, with fees (59%), immature APIs (52%), and slow onboarding (46%) cited as top barriers, more often than missing standards ...
Orbiting satellites could start crashing into one another in less than 3 days, theoretical new 'CRASH Clock' reveals
Researchers have proposed a theoretical timepiece, dubbed the "CRASH Clock," which tells us how quickly satellites would start colliding if they lost the ability to avoid each other, such as during a powerful solar storm. And its value is rapidly decreasing.
Heart health in the new year and how Tria Health can help
Those covered under a Marquette medical insurance plan have access to Tria Health’s condition management program, which can support heart health.
Claim a Free Hands On Car Wash Property and Get 3X Rewards on Legal Money Fronts
Start the year off right by keeping your nose clean while bagging laundered GTA$ through a sophisticated network of legit businesses. Play GTA Online anytime through January 14 to claim the Hands On Car Wash for free from Maze Bank Foreclosures — the...
House GOP’s first 2026 priority: Trump’s changes to showerheads
President Donald Trump has made no secret of his distaste for low-pressure showers.
LEGO Says Smart Brick Won't Replace Traditional Play After CES Backlash
LEGO has responded to concerns that its newly announced Smart Brick technology represents a departure from the company's foundation in physical, non-digital play, a day after the official reveal at CES drew criticism from child development advocates. Federico Begher, SVP of Product, New Business, to...
Around the MHS
The latest news from around the Military Health System for the week of Jan.5-9, 2026, includes tips for better health and well-being, a pioneering health care innovation, and the new streamlined privileging process for MHS providers.
Vaccine Policy Should Be Based on Science, Not Partisanship
The slashing of the recommended childhood vaccination schedule shows a complete lack of understanding of evidence and data.
Congress limits cuts to NASA's science budget to 1%
In a significant reversal for the nation’s space agency, NASA’s science programs have been spared from a catastrophic “train wreck” budget. According to an article on the ARS Technica website, while the White House initially proposed slashing science funding by nearly 50 percent last summer—even ordering “closeout” plans for dozens of active missions—Congress has stepped in to restore the agency’s ... Read More
‘The Pitt’ Asks: Is TV Better in Small Doses?
The hospital drama has become the champion of a return to old-fashioned weekly viewing habits. But honestly, it makes a pretty great binge watch.
Key Jaguars DB misses practice before Bills playoff game
Fans are keeping an eye on the injury report after a key defender missed practice ahead of the Jaguars' Wild Card clash with the Bills.
AC Milan vs Genoa – Match preview and team news
AC Milan and Genoa clash at the San Siro on Thursday evening for their next Serie A encounter.Milan will look to continue their 16 match unbeaten run in the league alongw ith their head-to-head record...
Full-length Replay: Big East Men's: Xavier at Marquette
Xavier (9-6) visits Marquette (5-10) for a Big East clash. Tre Carroll leads the Musketeers.
Roope Hintz with a Goal vs. Washington Capitals
Roope Hintz (Dallas Stars) with a Goal vs. Washington Capitals, 01/07/2026
Rep. Steny Hoyer to retire, ending storied career in elected office
Maryland’s longest serving member of Congress won’t seek reelection after having spent two decades as the No. 2 House Democrat.
Radek Faksa with a Shorthanded Goal vs. Washington Capitals
Shreveport student honored as top 300 scholar in Science Talent Search
Maya Trutschl of Caddo Parish Magnet High School was awarded for her project, 'Automated Pressure Injury Risk Prediction and Prevention: Clinical Validation Study,' in the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2026, which recognizes 300 scholars from 826 high schools across 46 states, Washington, D.C., Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and 16 countries.
Opinion | How the internet changed politics — and our lives — forever
Matthew Yglesias has been a disrupter his entire career. He started as an early adapter to the web, running a blog before blogs were a thing. He went on to co-found the media company Vox and has written all over the internet. He joins host Megan McArdle to discuss their career trajectories and how the internet has changed both media and politics.
Venezuelan politics are a ‘blood sport.’ The U.S. is entering the ring.
Delcy Rodríguez is Venezuela’s new president, but the country’s powerful defense and interior ministers could decide the future of Chavismo — and the nation.
'This is one of the big moments in college football': Demond Williams Jr.'s case will test if contracts can be enforced
Williams entered the transfer portal days after signing a contract to return to Washington.
Lenovo CEO addresses AI skeptics at CES: 'Nobody can avoid it.'
Mashable spoke to Yang following Lenovo's keynote CES event at The Sphere.
Politics questions? Ask Karen Tumulty.
Join our chief political correspondent for her next live chat on Jan. 15 at 12 p.m. Eastern time.
County Public Health Lab Starts Testing Local Wastewater for Diseases
For the first time, the County’s public health lab today began routine in-house wastewater testing, with the results available on an online public dashboard.
Business Aviation Safety Suffers Worst Year since 2011
143 people were killed in 35 business aircraft accidents last year
Official Best of CES 2026 Awards: Our Hand-Selected Finalists in 22 Categories
These are the most important, cutting-edge AI tech, robots, TVs and more, determined by experts from CNET, Mashable, PCMag, ZDNET and Lifehacker.
There’s new ‘toxic mom group’ drama starring Ashley Tisdale and Hilary Duff’s husband
Beef looks a little different these days for some teens stars from the early 2000s.
Game Preview: Washington at #5 Purdue
Washington 9-5 (1-2) heads into Mackey Arena to take on the #5 Purdue Boilermakers 13-1 (3-0) Wednesday night. Matt Painter didn’t take long to get to the crux of the problem trying to defend Danny Sprinkle’s Washington Huskies: Washington will and wants to get to the rim at all times. Washington is one of the […]
The good (and bad) of DoorDash's fake viral story
It had all the makings of a story that would rile people up. And it did. The only problem? It wasn't real.
Exclusive: Estée Lauder Companies Has Put Three Brands Up for Sale
The conglomerate is strategically shopping a cluster of its lines, including Too Faced, Smashbox and Dr. Jart in a package deal.
How Political Influence Shapes Agricultural Expansion in the Amazon
A new study reveals how political donations help large landowners reshape agriculture and the Amazon rainforest
Less than a trillionth of a second: Ultrafast UV light could transform communications and imaging
Researchers have built a new platform that produces ultrashort UV-C laser pulses and detects them at room temperature using atom-thin materials. The light flashes last just femtoseconds and can be used to send encoded messages through open space. The system relies on efficient laser generation and highly responsive sensors that scale well for manufacturing. Together, these advances could accelerate the development of next-generation photonic technologies.
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.
As '9-1-1: Nashville' returns, here are local spots featured so far
The ABC drama is back Jan. 8 with new episodes filmed across Music City, from the riverfront to Midtown and beyond.
The soaring price of youth sports: $50 to try out, $3,000 to play
Parents are struggling to keep up as costs and luxury options rise. Investors see an opportunity.
CDC staff ‘blindsided’ as child vaccine schedule unilaterally overhauled
The Trump administration took unprecedented steps to recommend fewer vaccines for children without extensive consultations with career scientists.
Philips Hue rolling out these upgrades in early 2026 including ‘SpatialAware’ scenes
Philips Hue is launching a few new upgrades in 2026, including new “SpatialAware” lighting scenes that more intelligently distribute color...
Digital Bank Zand and Business Banking Platform Yuze Announce Strategic Alliance
Blockchain-powered digital bank, Zand, and digital business banking platform, Yuze, have teamed up to help small businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs secure digital business accounts.
NASA just saw inside a white dwarf system for the first time, and the view surprised scientists | - The Times of India
Science News: Sometimes progress in space science does not arrive with a flash. It comes quietly, through patient observation, and then settles into place. That is .
Former Colorado wildlife director heads to Wyoming
Jeff Davis, the former director of Colorado Parks and Wildlife who oversaw the introduction of wolves in Colorado, is headed to Wyoming, where he will take on a new job as deputy director for that state’s game and fish agency. The Polis administration replaced Davis as head of Colorado Parks and Wildlife after Washington’s wildlife […]
How WA’s $181M in rural health funding stacks up with other states
Washington is set to receive $181 million in federal funding this year to boost rural health care amid drastic Medicaid cuts.
Lenovo’s new All-in-One PC can sync its lighting to your notifications
A flashy new design
Small business owners anxious to cash in on Steelers home playoff game
All of the action Monday night will be at Acrisure Stadium when the Steelers take on the Houston Texans in an AFC Wildcard matchup.
Trump administration to release dietary guidelines promoting whole foods
The recommendations will emphasize eating whole foods, such as fruits and vegetables, and caution Americans to be mindful of eating highly processed foods.
CES 2026 news: Razer AI-powered gaming headset revealed
For those who don't want smart glasses.
"Put up or shut up now": Walz unleashed after announcing political exit
The governor predicted that Republicans will "lose dramatically" in November.
Washington State PAC Pushes for Trans Sports Ban With Genital Inspections
The initiative has reportedly received enough signatures to be considered for a state ballot.
Advanced alien civilizations could be communicating 'like fireflies' in plain sight, researchers suggest
A new paper posits that advanced alien civilizations may communicate through subtle flashes, like fireflies do on Earth. The thought experiment suggests that we need to avoid human biases in our search for extraterrestrial life.
Trump Says He Will Meet With Health Insurers 'In a Few Days'
WASHINGTON, Jan 6 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would meet with representatives from every health insurance company soon, after saying last month that he wanted to talk to them about lowering their prices. "I'm going to meet with them in a few days, I'm meeting ...
How (not) to recycle those old gadgets
E-waste can be transformed into essentials if you’re willing to think outside the box.
Robot Vacuum Maker Roborock Shows Off Stair-Climbing Model With Legs
Roborock, a Chinese robotic vacuum cleaner brand, unveiled a concept device with two legs that can climb stairs in people’s homes, a flashy example of efforts to sell ordinary consumers on the idea of home robots.
100-pound concrete pig medallion returns to Washington business
The stolen medallion and outdoor chairs showed up overnight at a nearby business.
Sinnarajah named Nats President of Business Operations
The Washington Nationals on Tuesday announced the hiring of Jason Sinnarajah as the Club’s President of Business Operations. Sinnarajah will oversee all business-related aspects of the franchise. Sinnarajah’s appointment is an important milestone in building the next generation of the Nationals organization, aligning the Club’s business and baseball operations under
Man allegedly broke windows at JD Vance home due to mental health issues, not politics, lawyer says
William D. DeFoor, 26, faces federal and local charges stemming from the alleged vandalism in Cincinnati. Vance and his wife were in Washington, D.C., when the incident unfolded.
Nationals hire Jason Sinnarajah from Royals as their president of business operations
The Washington Nationals have hired Jason Sinnarajah from the Kansas City Royals to become their president of business operations.
Dell brings back XPS laptops, expands gaming PCs, reveals massive monitors at CES
Dell revives XPS laptops at CES 2026, expands Alienware, and debuts a 52-inch 6K UltraSharp monitor for pros and gamers—see what’s new.
Trump administration freezes billions in social services funding to five Democratic states
The Trump administration is slashing $10 billion in funds for social services and child care in five Democratic-led states, a Health and Human Services official confirmed to CNN, with the agency suggesting without evidence that the funding has been used fraudulently.
U.S. occupation not good for Venezuela, America or Chicago, says UChicago expert Robert Pape
Pape, an international security affairs and political violence expert, shared four key takeaways in conversation with WBEZ's Sasha-Ann Simons on 'In the Loop' Monday.
Washington County chamber appoints new director of Latino business development
Aligning with efforts to strengthen outreach and advocacy for local Latino-owned businesses, the Washington County Chamber of Commerce has named Yohana Parra as its new director of Latino business development. […]
Holland & Knight Health Dose: January 6, 2026 | Insights
U.S. Congress must pass a continuing resolution or full-year appropriations by January 30, 2026 to fund the government beyond the end of January and prevent a shutdown.