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NASA's Universe of Learning Unveils Fresh Facilitator Guides Inspired by Community Feedback
The goal of NASA's Universe of Learning (UoL) is to connect the public to the data, discoveries, and experts that span NASA’s Astrophysics missions. To make this possible, the NASA's UoL team creates engaging STEM experiences that let people explore data and discoveries from NASA’s Astrophysics missions and learn from the experts behind them.
House takes step closer to referring Clintons for criminal charges with Democratic support
House Republicans vote to advance contempt votes against Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton for refusing to comply with congressional subpoenas in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
Newsom barred from public address in Switzerland by the Trump administration
Newsom's office shared texts with the press showing how it played out in real time.
Which sports offer the biggest longevity boost? | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Certain sports may provide more longevity benefits than others, according to research.
These Beaufort County businesses owe the state over $1.5 million in unpaid taxes
The South Carolina Department of Revenue published its list of top delinquent taxpayers, and 11 local businesses are on it.
Michele Tafoya Announces Senate Run in Minnesota
Ms. Tafoya, once a sideline reporter for N.F.L. games, has more recently turned her focus to Republican politics. She is seeking an open seat now held by a Democrat.
The week in politics (Jan. 21, 2026)
On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And NPR reporter Frank Langfitt talks about recent reporting he's been doing in Houston, interviewing Venezuelans living here.
AI’s growing thirst for water is becoming a public health risk
AI’s rapid expansion is placing growing pressure on water supplies and public health.
Barbara Lee Bass Announces End of Tenure as Vice President for Health Affairs and Dean of the School of Medicine and Health Sciences | GW Today | The George Washington University
GW’s leader of academic medicine reflects on six transformational years at the helm.
Ashtekar Frontiers of Science Lectures to begin Jan. 24
The Ashtekar Frontiers of Science Lectures in the Eberly College of Science, a series of free public lectures now in its 32nd year, will return to Penn State on Jan. 24. This year’s lecture series, titled “Unexpected pairings: Addressing today’s biggest societal questions using different disciplinary approaches,” will explore how researchers in the college approach some of today’s biggest societal questions using different approaches.
Cone Health Patients Can Now Fast-Track Disability Applications
Electronic record-sharing runs circles around snail mail and faxes.
In State of the State Address, Armstrong says rural health care challenges in ND demand bold action | North Dakota Office of the Governor
North Dakota’s rural health care challenges demand bold action and new approaches, Gov. Kelly Armstrong said in a State of the State Address as the 69th Legislative Assembly convened in special session to appropriate nearly $200 million in federal funding for a statewide Rural Health Transformation Program.
Home health workers, 'backbone’ of public health work, support collective bargaining legislation
While the bill broadly applies to public employees like government workers, it would also create the Virginia Home Care Authority within the state’s Department of Medical Assistance Services.
Why ‘aspirational clutter’ is some of the hardest to part with
The idea of who we are doesn’t always align with reality — and that’s often reflected in our unused stuff.
6 daily habits to slow aging, from a Harvard brain expert
Harvard scientist Rudolph Tanzi shares his plan for brain health and aging well, including habits for sleep, stress and social interaction.
AMA micro grants for community health: What doctors should know
The deadline to apply for a $50,000 micro grant from the AMA is March 1. Dive into the details on eligibility and how to make your big idea a reality.
Gossip: Fulham face summer fight for Parrott
Fulham are battling Wolfsburg and Real Betis to sign AZ Alkmaar's 23-year-old Republic of Ireland forward Troy Parrott in the summer. (Independent)
Svitolina is refreshed after a mental health break and into Australian Open's 3rd round
Elina Svitolina is through to the third round at the Australian Open and feeling rejuvenated, fresh from a mental health break at the end of last year
After Minneapolis, Democrats confront political vulnerabilities to battle Trump on immigration
Democrats are rethinking their midterm election strategy due to the controversial immigration crackdown in Minnesota
How to Change the Politics Blocking the Housing We Need
It’s important to give renters a stronger voice. And we need to make big bets on new ways to build.
Democrat heads to runoff in Republican-heavy Macon area Georgia Senate seat
A crowded state Senate special election in a Republican stronghold has again resulted in a Democratic candidate securing a spot in next month’s runoff.
Public health experts hold Q&A on vaccine science in Boston
On Tuesday, a panel of public health experts answered questions from the concerned public about vaccine science amid recent federal changes in vaccine mandates.
Public health experts hold Q&A on vaccine science in Boston
On Tuesday, a panel of public health experts answered questions from the concerned public about vaccine science amid recent federal changes in vaccine mandates.
Former sports broadcaster Michele Tafoya to enter Minnesota U.S. Senate race
Michele Tafoya filed campaign paperwork Tuesday for a U.S. Senate seat could vault Minnesota into the national picture of competitive races. She’s competing for the Republican nomination.
This Jan. 6 rioter who was pardoned by Trump is now running for Oregon governor
He has not previously held elected office and will face a Republican primary field that includes two lawmakers and a county commissioner.
Another Virginia child comes down with measles after travel abroad
The Virginia Department of Health reported Tuesday evening that another child has come down with the highly contagious illness after traveling internationally.
Michele Tafoya, a longtime sportscaster, prepares a Republican bid for US Senate in Minnesota
Michele Tafoya, a longtime sportscaster and conservative commentator, filed papers Tuesday to run for US Senate in Minnesota, giving the Republican Party a well-known candidate in a state that’s being roiled by the ongoing federal immigration crackdown.
Wes Moore targets Maryland’s only GOP congressman with redistricting, but a powerful Democrat stands in his way
A commission convened by Maryland’s Democratic Gov. Wes Moore recommended a new congressional map Tuesday that targets the state’s lone Republican in the US House.
Measles Elimination Is a Public Health Vital Sign: We Are About to Code
Measles elimination status is in jeopardy in the US. Public health as an institution and the peoples’ health as a mission are in trouble.
Trump administration admits DOGE accessed personal Social Security data
A DOGE employee signed an agreement to share Social Security data with the aim of overturning election results in certain states, according to a new court filing.
Learn more about Capitola politics and public safety
A group of people cross the street in Downtown Capitola on Sept. 23, 2025. (Amaya Edwards — Santa Cruz Local/CatchLight Local) A series of four evening workshops that offer residents an overview of the Capitola community. Dates: Feb. 11, 24,
Worcester councilor looks to loosen tobacco regulations to spur business
The Board of Public Health will have the final say in whether the restriction is changed.
Trump's (second) first year : The NPR Politics Podcast
One year ago today, Donald Trump was sworn into office as the 47th president, having already served as the 45th. We look at some of what he has done in this first year back in the White House.This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs.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.
EXCLUSIVE: Justice Department leadership presses FBI to investigate campaign contributions to Minnesota officials
Top Justice Department officials pushed the FBI to investigate political campaigns in Minnesota over whether they illegally benefited from fraud in public service organizations, according to two people familiar with the internal discussions.
Trump’s deeply unpopular presidency so far
A year after his inauguration, polls show he’s as unpopular as ever and many Americans dislike his major policies.
Ring a Republican: Payphones linking San Francisco and Texas aim to bridge US political divides
A Matter Neuroscience project lets callers in liberal San Francisco and conservative Abilene speak across party lines
TV Talk: Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson pitches city as business refuge
The Republican mayor credits Dallas’ policing and business climate for attracting companies from Democratic-run cities, a link others say oversimplifies...
KU coach Bill Self provides health update while missing Tuesday’s game at Colorado
The KU basketball coach says he’s “feeling much better” after an apparent health scare Monday.
Science for Alaska talks and events announced
The University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute will host free public science talks over the next few weeks, highlighting new climate research technology, an Alaska earthquake mystery solution, tidewater glaciers in Alaska and Greenland and a recent Bering Sea journey aboard the research
Winning Public Trust Through Better Health Communication
Join a webinar on Wednesday, February 4, at 2 pm ET about how public health leaders, state policymakers, and others can strengthen communication about evidence-based health issues. The panel will include:
2025 Fall Sports Recap E-Publication
Click here, to open the 2025 Fall Sports Recap E-Publication.
Tax committee Republicans press for Treasury crackdown on nonprofits promoting fraud, 'anti-American' hate
House Republicans demand Treasury Secretary Bessent crack down on nonprofits allegedly manipulating tax codes for anti-American activities and fraud schemes.
To restore trust in public health, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. must go
Restoring faith in public health is clearly not one of Kennedy’s goals, nor is it within his skillset.
With Trump’s backing, Rep. Julia Letlow launches a primary challenge against Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy
Republican Rep. Julia Letlow has launched a run for US Senate in Louisiana, taking advantage of President Donald Trump’s endorsement to launch a primary battle against incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, a source familiar with the matter said.
Iran on the Brink: Trump's Pressure Politics
As mass protests in Iran enter a decisive phase and are met with escalating violence from a regime fighting for survival, the country is approaching a tipping point. With US President Donald Trump publicly floating options ranging from diplomatic pressure and sanctions to the use of military force, we examine the stakes for Iran, the choices facing US policymakers, and the wider regional and global ramifications.
Science of human connection (Jan. 20, 2026)
On Tuesday's show: Houston journalist Kate Murphy discusses her latest book, "Why We Click," which explores the science behind human connection.
Former Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser Joins Hasbro Board Weeks After Retirement
Carla Vernón, CEO of The Honest Company, Inc, is also joining Hasbro's board of directors.
Summary of FY26 LHHS Bill: January 2026
Learn about the recently released FY26 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Related Agencies appropriations bill and its impact on public health funding.
Brewing Better Health at the School of Public Health
A cup of coffee sparks meaningful conversation in a new University of Nevada, Reno School of Public Health video series exploring trust, connection and the future of public health.
Cone Health Behavioral Health Hospital Earns New Award
Best Clinical Program in Signet Health’s 2025 Excellence in Advocacy Awards
Preserving Community Science in the Face of Attacks
Increasingly, the public is being cut out of decisions that impact their health, communities, and livelihoods—and, unfortunately, we are also seeing this play out at the state level.
Internet shutdown squeezes Iran's ailing businesses already hurt by crashing currency
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iranians have been struggling for nearly two weeks with the longest, most comprehensive internet shutdown in the history of the Islamic Republic — one that has not only restricted their access to information and the outside world, but is also throttling many bus...
States Expected To See More ‘Anti-Science’ Bills This Year
In 2025, more than 420 bills were introduced to weaken public health measures for vaccines, milk safety, and fluoride. What will we see in 2026?
Trump targets a familiar villain for soaring health costs
President Donald Trump and Congress are intensifying pressure on health insurance executives, responding to popular anger about high premiums and denials.
Column | ‘Ball and gun’ gamers and the plague of uninformed expertise
Sports games and shooters are often excellent. But the conversation around them is a symptom of a wider culture that treats participation as knowledge.
Column | I found the most complete protein. It’s not meat.
The most “complete” protein is probably one you’re already eating.
New family entertainment venue with ax throwing coming to Lexington
The business is also bringing bowling, arcade games and more to Hamburg.
Republicans will be hard-pressed to pass Trump’s ‘Great Healthcare Plan’
A lack of Democratic cooperation and strict Senate rules threaten the legislative viability of the White House framework.
Polis’ removal of sex ed funding endangers LGBTQ+ youth
By Shara Smith At a time when the LGBTQ+ community is attacked by public policy driven by religious extremists, I am deeply concerned by the removal of funding in the governor’s budget for Colorado’s Comprehensive Human Sexuality Education (CCHSE) grant program. I hope Gov. Jared Polis and the Joint Budget Committee will recognize the program […]
10 JAMA women’s health resources to share with patients
These JAMA Patient Pages explore common female health conditions, including how they are prevented, detected and treated.
A phone on SF's Valencia Street aims to address the political divide through conversation
A social experiment is underway on the streets of San Francisco, aimed at connecting a country that at times seems so far apart. It all starts with picking up the phone.
Foreign Experts Congratulate Science and Technology Daily on Its 40th Anniversary
As Science and Technology Daily (S&T Daily) approaches its 40th anniversary, we are humbled by the warmth and wisdom shared with us by scientists from around the world. Their words remind us why this work matters, not just reporting breakthroughs, but connecting people through science. Over the years, we have strived to make complex ideas clear, to bring research out of labs and into public conversation, and to show how innovation shapes lives. Researchers and scholars have placed their trust in us, calling our pages 'a window,' 'a bridge,' even 'a daily ritual.' We are proud to stand with those who believe knowledge should be shared and real progress is driven by collaboration across borders. This milestone is not ours alone. It belongs to everyone who reads us, writes for us, and interacts with us. Thank you for walking this path.
Texas AG Paxton issues anti-DEI opinion
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued legal guidance, declaring many DEI programs in public and private spaces unconstitutional.
Winter storm brings welcome boost to Tug Hill snowmobile business
Tamara Spies, who owns Tug Hill Adventures, rents out cabins and snowmobiles throughout the winter. Spies says heavy snow boosts her business.
Suds & Science
Ever thought that learning would be more fun with a cold drink in hand? We've got you covered! Suds & Science brings scientists face-to-face with the public at local neighborhood bars for a night of learning, drinking, and community that you won't want to miss! Highlights: - Fun and informative lectures from STEM professionals - Lively discussions between scientists and audiences - Connection with your community in a laid-back environment "Tentacle Tinder: How Cephalopods Decide When to Swipe Right" Cephalopods (the class of mollusks that includes octopuses, squids, cuttlefishes, and nautiluses) are renowned for their complex cognitive abilities and for their remarkable capacities to rapidly alter their body patterns for camouflage and communication. But behind the scenes, things get even stranger. Nearly all cephalopod females mate with multiple males and can store sperm for weeks to months. That means each female carries a tiny archive of potential fathers. So the big question becomes: when everyone is competing for a spot in that archive, how do cephalopod females decide who to mate with, and can they control whose sperm ultimately fertilizes their eggs? About the Speaker Theodora is a PhD student in Marine Biology at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. Prior to starting at SIO, Theodora researched chronic reproductive pain conditions in New York, created marine science multimedia as a science communication intern at Point Reyes National Seashore, and studied cephalopod neuroethology as a research intern at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology. Theodora currently studies the evolutionary and behavioral dynamics of female choice in cephalopods, with a focus on local California market squid. When she’s not doing research or underwater, Theodora can usually be found listening to or singing classical music. Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG — The Artsbridge calendar of community events for this week. TODAY * Art Exhibit by Savannah Schroll Guz, Parkersburg Art Center * Rinse and Repeat, an exhibit by ArtBeat Studio, Parkersburg Art Center * Homeschooler Music Class, K-2, 10-11 a.m., Parkersburg Public Library, Emerson Avenue * Box Frame Craft, ages 13+, 11 a.m., Marietta […]
Lawsuit contests RFK Jr.’s new vaccine guidance for children
Several public health organizations accused the health secretary of packing a key advisory committee with vaccine skeptics, arguing its latest guidance should be voided.
GOP calls Trump its ‘secret weapon’ — but polls show warning signs heading into midterms
Trump's approval rating average sits at 42% as Republicans face significant midterm challenges, with polling showing erosion among Independents and on key issues.
Christina Pushaw’s ‘delete everything’ text to James Fishback triggers public records concerns
The dispute highlights murky boundaries between politics and governance.
3 Hillsborough County Commissioners didn’t sign annual MLK Day leadership breakfast proclamation
Donna Cameron Cepeda, Christine Miller and Joshua Wostal, all Republicans, did not sign the recognition.
Why Germany probably won't get political at 2026 World Cup
After their very public protest at the last World Cup in Qatar, Germany's football team looks unlikely to do the same in the United States in 2026.
Elon Musk Spends $10 Million to Help Nate Morris in Kentucky Senate Race
Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, backed Nate Morris, a Republican businessman, in the primary race to succeed Senator Mitch McConnell in Kentucky.
Idaho is among top 10 states to start a business in US, study says. Here’s why
WalletHub releases its 2026 ranking of the best to worst states to establish your new business.
'Rest well Reggae Ambassador'
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Olivia 'Babsy' Grange has hailed Stephen ‘Cat’ Coore as "a unique talent who could truly be described as 'The Reggae Ambassador'". In a press release, Minister Grange said that Coore's passing...
"I'm Excited To Meet You" - Devon Pritchard Makes Her First Public Appearance As President Of NoA
Meet the new boss
The nation’s wheat belt has been wavering, but hybrid science may help bring it back
From the Dakotas to Texas, wheat acres have been on the decline, due to higher temperatures, drought and farmers shifting to more profitable crops. New innovations could rejuvenate the economy and production of the wheat state.
Ball X Pit’s First Free Update Adds New Characters, Balls, And More Next Week
The Regal update bolsters the award-winning game with a nice batch of new content.
The Power of Play!: Helping Kids Build Healthy Habits Early
Cone Health Play! welcomes children 4 months to 3 years old for parent-child classes and independent activities designed to meet kids where they are developmentally.
Rockstar North 'Open And Operational' After Fire Crews Respond To Reported Boiler Room Explosion
An apparent explosion occurred early Monday morning at the Edinburgh-based studio.
UNC Health Pardee Welcomes Dr. Amanda Van Straten to Pardee Neurology Associates
UNC Health Pardee Welcomes Dr. Amanda Van Straten to Pardee Neurology Associates
Teens Are Asking to Be Seen: The Politics of Growing Up
Teens are stepping into political and moral awareness. They seek validation and want respect and recognition, not dismissal, as they shape the future they’ll inherit.
Cone Health Names System-wide Chief Pharmacy Officer
Kristen Kruszewski brings more than 20 years of pharmacy experience to the role.
The West’s forgotten republican heritage
Economic republicanism shows us how to achieve authentic freedom: citizens require economic as well as political power
Has Trump's control over the GOP in Congress waned? It's complicated.
Recent votes have made it clear: While the hold of Trump and GOP leaders on Republican rank-and-file remains strong, it's slipping in notable ways.
What happened after the Trump administration upended childhood vaccine planning
Pediatricians say they’re fielding more questions from confused parents and finding some even more determined to vaccinate their children.
MIO: Memories in Orbit Review - Powerless Fantasy
Taking cues from the likes of Hollow Knight and Ori, this punishing platforming and exploration game is well worth your time if you're up for a big challenge.
Trial launched in Ramsey to 'help spot health risks early'
A pilot scheme is rolled out in the north of the Isle of Man by the public health directorate.
Political interference, activism a constant under Polis’ Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Colorado Parks & Wildlife can’t catch a break. If polling were used to measure public trust in agencies, it would be a dreary picture. This, however, is the result of political interference with the agency, not as a result of the professionals managing wildlife in the state. Former CPW Director Jeff Davis was a political […]
Public health lab hosting fellow in CDC program
Casey Field, PhD, entered the CDC's Laboratory Leadership Service fellowship program in 2024.
The Disconnected Present: Neoliberal Fascism and the Politics of Erasure
In this political climate, outrage is incessantly manufactured and then swiftly displaced, replaced by the next shock before the public can assemble the fragments into a coherent political picture. Each incident appears as an isolated rupture rather than as part of an unfolding structure of power, severed from the conditions that produce it and from the larger architecture of domination it sustains. This fragmentation is not accidental. It is a calculated strategy to drain meaning from public life, exhaust critical attention, and foreclose any sustained democratic reckoning or resistance. In the age of escalating fascism and a nihilistic worship of greed and raw power, American politics has devolved into a theater of violence aligned with a ceaseless stream of spectacles severed from history and emptied of systemic meaning.
A 6,000-seat immersive ‘mini-Sphere’ venue is planned for D.C. region
The company behind the Las Vegas attraction plans to expand to National Harbor, financed with $200 million in public and private tax incentives and other subsidies.
China, Chile to explore Atacama Trench with ‘tools no other country possesses’
Three-month expedition will plumb uncharted depths of eastern Pacific in quest for new life forms and insights into quakes and tsunamis.
Alabama US Senate frontrunner won’t back down after Trump endorses GOP rival
Trump weighed in as Republicans compete for the seat being vacated as Sen. Tommy Tuberville runs for governor.
Billionaires are 4,000 times more likely to hold public office
The richest people on the planet are far more likely to be in power politically than everyone else, Oxfam’s annual inequality report found.
How AI Is Reshaping Science’s Most Trusted Tool
Systematic reviews take a long time, but are the gold standard in evaluating evidence and producing medical recommendations. AI could speed that up—in theory.
Artificial intelligence for public health can harness data for healthier populations
Nature Health - By focusing on large-scale data analysis and population-wide interventions, artificial intelligence in public health offers new strategic approaches to disease surveillance, health...
Parkersburg joining other W.Va. cities in effort to remove business barriers
PARKERSBURG – Parkersburg is joining West Virginia’s other largest cities in an effort aimed at making it easier for people to start businesses. The Institute for Justice, a nonprofit public interest law firm, recently announced plans to partner with the Mountain State’s five largest cities – Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, Parkersburg and Wheeling – for West […]
Decades of suffering: Long-term mental health outcomes of Kurdish chemical gas attacks
Dr. Ibrahim Mohammed is a clinical psychologist and researcher specializing in trauma, somatic symptoms, and psychopathology in conflict-affected populations. He has worked for over a decade with survivors of massacres in the Kurdistan Region, integrating clinical practice with research. He is also a lecturer at the Institute of Psychotherapy and Psychotraumatology at the University of Duhok. His current research focuses on validating psychological instruments for Kurdish communities and exploring genetic and phenomic factors related to trauma-related disorders. In a new study in Frontiers in Psychiatry, he and colleagues showed exceptionally high levels of trauma among survivors of a notorious atrocity: the 1988 chemical attack on Halabja in Kurdistan. In this editorial, he summarizes their findings.
Republicans, Democrats try to contain Trump’s Greenland aggression
Republican lawmakers' opposition to the plan is perhaps their strongest pushback yet against the president.
Confirmed measles case on Clemson University's main campus amidst outbreak in South Carolina
In a press release published Saturday, Clemson officials were informed by the South Carolina Department of Public Health that an individual affiliated with the university was confirmed to have measles.