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Millions v. billions: New health funds in rural Minnesota are welcome, but they won’t offset Medicaid cuts
Minnesota’s allocation from a new federal program meant to offset significant budget cuts comes in below the average.
Trade unions reenter New Castle County politics amid a fight over data center development
The Delaware Building Trades Council, a once-dominant political force at the state level, is asserting itself into the electoral politics of New Castle County with two of its local leaders announcing last month they will run for seats on the County Council.
'If we open, we have to start over from scratch.' Businesses still stuck a year after the L.A. fires
One year after the fires, some businesses are rebuilding while others have given up.
Review: ‘The Notebook: The Musical’ isn’t transcendent, but it locates some wisdom in its transformation to the stage
The musical adaptation of "The Notebook," Nicholas Sparks' romantic novel that was turned into a 2004 film starring Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams, undergoes some transformation at the Hollywood Pantages.
The Weight-Loss Drug Revolution—From Shots to Pills and the Science behind It All
Behind the hype of GLP-1 medications lies complex science, serious side effects and a pharmaceutical arms race.
‘If we open, we have to start over from scratch.’ Businesses still stuck a year after the L.A. fires
One year after the fires, some businesses are rebuilding while others have given up.
Why Many Republican Voters Support Trump’s Use of Force in Venezuela
They don’t like nation building, but they do want to project American power.
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.
CNN’s guide to the most important elections of 2026
This year’s midterms will serve as a referendum on the first two years of President Donald Trump’s second term and will shape his final two years in office.
Mutual distrust derailed plans for a joint FBI and state criminal investigation into Minneapolis ICE shooting
Mutual distrust between federal and state authorities derailed plans for a joint FBI and state criminal investigation into Wednesday’s shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE officer, leading to the highly unusual move by the Justice Department to block state investigators from participating in the probe.
Nick Kyrgios responds after failing to receive Australian Open wildcard
The maverick Australian will not play in the men’s singles at his home Grand Slam in Melbourne
Military recruiting in jeopardy as the US teen population shrinks
The military faces a new recruiting crisis as America's teen population shrinks and outreach methods fail. The Pentagon is rethinking its playbook.
They Couldn’t Access Mental Health Care When They Needed It. Now They’re Suing Their Insurer.
A new lawsuit alleges that an insurer’s ghost network hindered New York City employees from accessing the mental health care they sought — and harmed the reputation of psychiatrists wrongly listed as being in-network.
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?
As owners retire, CT's family businesses face a succession gap
“The kids are seeing the pressure, and then they're like, ‘This is not for me,’” Matthew Kerzner said.
Trump cancels second wave of attacks on Venezuela due to cooperation
US President Donald Trump announced in a social media post that he had cancelled a “previously expected” second wave of attacks on Venezuela due to the country’s cooperation with the US.
Personnel note: Chuck Bonfiglio installed as Florida Realtors President
'Taxes, insurance, and affordability remain at the forefront, and we’re tracking them closely.'
Celebrities over 50 share their tips and tricks for staying healthy
Jennifer Aniston, 56, sticks to an 80/20 diet that leaves room for the occasional cheeseburger and fries — and Demi Moore, 63, says she still drinks Red Bull.
Android will soon let you set a calling card for yourself
Finally gaining parity with Apple's Contact Poster
Personnel note: Denise Marzullo named President-elect at Florida Coalition for Children
Marzullo is in line to succeed current Coalition leader Kurt Kelly.
Winter weather puts Bundesliga matches in doubt
The Bundesliga is set to return from a three-week winter break this weekend, but severe weather conditions in Germany has raised questions about whether all matches will go ahead as planned, with heav...
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.
Bills vs. Jaguars history: Buffalo winless against Jacksonville in playoffs
The Bills have played the Jaguars in the playoffs twice and both times Buffalo's starting quarterback was knocked out of the game with a concussion.
A galaxy cluster hotter than the surface of the sun is shocking researchers : Short Wave
Most astronomers agree that young galaxy clusters should be relatively cool compared to older ones. But researchers recently found a very young cluster that’s hotter than the surface of the sun. More on why the finding is so shocking, plus elephant’s remarkable sniffing abilities and a new discovery about butterfly migration in this episode of Short Wave. Interested in more science news? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Protect young people while respecting their data, privacy
After 40 years practicing law, first as a public defender in Los Angeles, then in private criminal defense, and serving eight years as the elected District Attorney for Colorado’s 5th Judicial District, I’ve developed a straightforward test for evaluating any proposed legislation: does it accomplish its stated goal and does it pass constitutional muster? The […]
Science history: Sophie Germain, first woman to win France's prestigious 'Grand Mathematics Prize' is snubbed when tickets to award ceremony are 'lost in the mail'
Sophie Germain was a brilliant, self-taught mathematician who won one of France's most prestigious prizes, yet she declined to attend the award ceremony because the committee members didn't respect her work.
Chargers vs. Patriots: LA sees improvement with Thursday injury report
After starting the week with a lengthy injury report ahead of its NFL wild-card bout vs. the Patriots, the Chargers see vast improvements on Thursday.
Full-length Replay: Rutgers at Illinois
The Scarlet Knights face the No. 16 Fighting Illini. Dylan Grant leads Rutgers in Champaign.
Penguins Star Shares Special Message For Pittsburgh Fans, Steelers
The Pittsburgh Penguins stayed hot on Thursday, notching their sixth straight win with a 4-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils at PPG Paints Arena. The Penguins got a boost from Evgeni Malkin, who returned from an upper-body injury after missing over a month. Malkin scored in his first game since Dec. 4, notching his […]
One UI 8.5 could finally bring Bixby’s long-awaited major AI upgrade
Bixby could get integration with DeepSeek and Perplexity with One UI 8.5. It could also have Google Gemini and Circle to Search-like features.
Three in a Row – Hurricanes 5, Ducks 2
After a slow first period, the Carolina Hurricanes sharpened up their game and went on the defeat the Anaheim Ducks, 5-2 on Thursday night at the Lenovo Center. It was the third straight win for Carolina while the Ducks have now lost eight in a row. The home team got off to a bit of […]
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Walmart’s New Better Care Digital Health Push Could Be A Game Changer For Walmart (WMT)
Earlier this month, Walmart launched Better Care Services, a digital health platform connecting customers to third-party urgent and behavioral care providers, nutrition tools, and discounted telehealth, while also expanding wellness assortments and hosting nationwide wellness events across nearly 4,600 pharmacies. At the same time, Walmart strengthened its technology focus by adding longtime tech leader Shishir Mehrotra to its board and broadening AI-powered, wellness-linked offerings that...
Analysis: What Donald Trump has learned about imposing global power
It took Donald Trump five years behind the Oval Office desk to reach an epiphany that could rock the world.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.
SEC locked out of CFP National Championship for third straight season as Ole Miss falls
No SEC team has participated in a national title game since Georgia won its second straight national title in 2022
TikTok is splitting US staff into new entities as it preps for sale
TikTok told some US staff that they will work for a new global entity that is not a part of the new joint venture run by Oracle and others.
Indian Hill High school student raises money for hospital after health journey
After years of doctor visits, Aiden Kincaid is raising awareness for kids still searching for answers
Plans for Kalamazoo County indoor youth sports complex delayed
Plans to build a state-of-the-art, $40 million youth sports complex in Kalamazoo County are on hold for now.
Exclusive video shows slot machines removed from Leesburg business
The business in Lake County is mentioned in a discovery document related to the Marcos Lopez illegal gambling case.
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.
Kneron CEO on Business Strategy and Edge AI
Albert Liu, CEO at Kneron, discusses the company's business strategy and the outlook for the edge AI market. He speaks with Shery Ahn and Annabelle Droulers from the sidelines of the CES trade show on "The Asia Trade". (Source: Bloomberg)
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.
AEW's MVP Discusses The Importance Of Body Language In Wrestling
MVP brought up a former WWE co-worker while discussing the importance of body language for performers in the pro wrestling industry.
How Iowa’s U.S. representatives voted on health care subsidies bill
The subsidies expired at the end of 2025 and were enhanced during the COVID-19 pandemic, increasing financial assistance for people already eligible and expanding eligibility for others.
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.
Rochester Hispanic business owner asks for support during difficult times
Wilber de la Rosa, who owns Tortillas La Mayzteca, wrote an open letter to the Rochester business community asking for support and understanding for local Hispanic residents and businesses.
The Moto G Power (2026) is now available in the US
You can already grab it from a handful of places. Motorola unveiled the Moto G Power (2026) back in mid-December, and today the phone has become available...
Congress seeks to reign in Trump's military power in Venezuela
The Senate voted to advance a measure that would require him to seek congressional authorization for additional military operations in Venezuela.
House passes health subsidy renewal in win for Democrats
The Republican-controlled House of Representatives on Thursday passed Democratic-backed legislation that would restore expired health insurance subsidies.
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.
Sarah Michelle Gellar stepped away from acting because of Robin Williams' death: 'That loss was so huge'
Sarah Michelle Gellar said that the death of her 'Crazy Ones' costar Robin Williams inspired her to step back from acting in 2014: 'That loss was so huge.'
Tempe salad shop, popular Phoenix gastropub receive perfect health inspection scores
While there are no restaurants on this week's Dirty Dining list, several eateries received perfect scores from Maricopa County health inspectors.
NYPD failed to disclose death connected to Taser
Using Tasers at a record-high rate, the department failed to disclose at least one Taser-related death, NY1 has learned.
US House expands healthcare subsidies, but bill faces uphill battle in Senate
Seventeen moderate Republicans defied their party leadership and sided with Democrats to help pass the bill.
What Top Climate Scientists Think of Trump’s Treaty Withdrawals
Though the abandonment of international agreements is “a damn shame,” they say science will prevail.
Utility costs, affordability messages dominate Illinois governor race
The Illinois governor’s race this year has candidates from both parties emphasizing how to make life more affordable.
Pokémon TCG Pocket: Mega Charizard Y ex Deck List Strategy
This strategy lights a fire under your opponents with Mega Charizard Y ex’s devastating Crimson Dive attack.
ADA webinar to address how to talk to patients about mental health
The ADA will host a webinar Jan. 23 to help prepare dentists and their team members to discuss mental health concerns with their patients.
2026 Pokémon TCG Standard Format Rotation Announcement
The Pokémon TCG Standard format rotation is coming soon—find out which cards are leaving your favorite decks next year.
500 Worlds: Titus – Will you brave a deadly campaign on the war-torn Vespator Front?
New rules for running large-scale narrative campaigns.
Coral reefs have a hidden daily rhythm scientists just discovered
Coral reefs appear to run a daily timetable for microscopic life in nearby waters. Scientists found that microbial populations above reefs rise and fall over the course of a single day, shaped by feeding, predation, and coral-driven processes. Some microbes peak during daylight, while others surge at night. These rhythms offer new clues about how reefs influence their surrounding environment.
Brewers, other MLB teams cancel contract with FanDuel Sports Network
Where will Brewers broadcasts appear next year? The answer is unclear again after MLB teams reportedly canceled their FanDuel contracts.
CCTA continues to transform cardiac imaging, interventional cardiology
Mirvat Alasnag, MD, spoke to Cardiovascular Business about CCTA's growing influence in cardiology.
Energy executives strategize to try and preempt Trump demands on Venezuela
Top energy executives are weighing telling President Donald Trump that the industry can increase Venezuela’s oil output by hundreds of thousands of barrels per day over the coming months, people familiar with the preparations for Friday’s White House meeting told CNN.
These 17 Republicans voted with Democrats to pass House ACA bill
They acted in rare defiance of President Trump and GOP leaders to pass the measure on a key election issue ahead of November's midterms.
2026 RodeoHouston entertainer lineup to be released tonight!
Tonight's the night! We'll find out which acts will be playing on the rotating star stage at NRG Stadium this Rodeo season.
Business, state lawmaker groups call child care subsidy bill vital to Nebraska workforce
State business and lawmaker groups call a proposed child care subsidy bill vital to stability of Nebraska's workforce.
Meet the MBA Class of 2027: Satya Sagar, London Business School
Meet the London Business School MBA Class of 2027 through in-depth profiles on their experiences and aspirations
What science says about the Trump administration’s new vaccine schedule
The federal move to no longer recommend certain vaccines for all U.S. children is not supported by new evidence and could undermine health gains.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda, Jan. 9-16
Aspen Gay Ski Week, Jan. 11-18 The 49th annual Aspen Gay Ski Week will run Jan. 11-18. As the oldest annual, weeklong gay ski event in the U.S., it offers a mix of mountain sports...
Analysis: JD Vance just sharply undercut the Trump team’s ICE shooting narrative
Mere hours after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent killed a woman Wednesday in Minneapolis, the Trump administration staked out a maximalist position.
Louisville Defeats Miami 77-68
Louisville did not look sharp in the first half and were down 2 at halftime. However in the second half a totally different showed up on the floor. The Cards turned up the heat offensively and defensively which led to them outscoring Miami 27-12 in the third quarter. In the fourth quarter Miami cut the […]
Prom King? Bills odd approach to huge playoff chance
Are the Bills under more pressure this season to win the Super Bowl?
House passes bill to extend health care subsidies in defiance of GOP leaders
In a remarkable rebuke of Republican leadership, the House passed legislation Thursday, 230-196, that would extend expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act.
Fathom Entertainment encores Lord of the Rings trilogy
To mark the 25th anniversary of the release of the first film in director Peter Jackson's
Kate Hudson reacts to 'Song Sung Blue' musician's son calling out her and the film
Kate Hudson is responding to criticism levied against her and her new biopic 'Song Sung Blue' by the son of one its subjects.
NH House Republicans pass bill targeting DEI in health services
New Hampshire House Republicans are making another push against diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI, in state government.
2026 College Football Playoff semifinals odds, prediction: Miami vs. Ole Miss picks by expert on 8-2 run
SportsLine's Tom Fornelli reveals his Miami Hurricanes vs. Ole Miss Rebels CFP best bets for their Fiesta Bowl matchup
Flu virus circulating at alarming rates, New York health officials say
John Wilson’s Enduring Art of Racial Politics and Personal Memory
“Witnessing Humanity” at the Met, with more than 100 artworks, and a gaze both inward and outward, is the artist’s first New York survey.
House Passes Doomed Bill to Restore ACA Subsidies
Approval of the bill was a triumph for Democrats, who drew backing from a small group of Republicans. But it has no path forward, and the prospects of a deal are uncertain.
UW-Parkside first in state to offer women's flag football scholarships
UW-Parkside in Kenosha will offer scholarships in women's flag football, part of a growing national trend with Olympic and NFL backing.
ChatGPT unveils new health tool for doctors
Physicians can use the new products to access medical research and patient data securely.
Packers-Bears Preview
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) The Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers have played each other more than any other two teams in the NFL. Playoff games, however, are a rarity.
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.
Trump instructs 'representatives' to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds
Trump said Thursday that he is instructing "representatives" to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds, aiming to lower interest rates and monthly payments.
‘Business as usual’: NH officials urge child care providers to remain calm amid funding threats
New Hampshire child care providers are being urged not to panic by state officials and lawmakers as news spreads that the Trump administration froze federal child care subsidies in five Democrat-run states earlier this week.
Cattle futures higher ahead of direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were higher with boxed beef up at midday, waiting on direct business to develop. February live cattle closed $.75 higher at $235.27 and April live cattle closed $1.05 higher at $236.22. March feeder cattle closed $2.22 higher at $357.72 and April feeder cattle closed $1.95 higher […]
Oregon secretary of state asks for $25M to implement historic campaign finance law, warns final price tag could be higher
A top agency official acknowledged that the agency couldn’t “provide a detailed cost estimate” or account for the law’s “ongoing costs."
This 27-Year-Old’s ‘Bulletproof’ Business Strategy Led to $1 Million in Sales in 7 Minutes
Mikayla Nogueira reveals how the tactic helps a brand "explode."
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.