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Kari Lake's trust buys Iowa condo, renewing political speculation
The purchase has again jumpstarted speculation the Iowa native could be eyeing a future political run by establishing residency in the Hawkeye State.
How Sioux Falls can turn startup energy into staying power
"The world entrepreneurs are building into today looks very different from what it did even five years ago. As their needs change, the way we support them must change too."
Keir Starmer urged to rethink business rate reform to save pubs
Some Labour MPs are optimistic there could be further relief to protect the hospitality industry.
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.
Cubs finalizing trade for 3.53 ERA Marlins righty starter
This is a huge deal for the Cubs.
Samsung's low-cost Galaxy A17 5G and Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G are finally starting their US rollouts
Despite their tardy releases, these new Galaxy A-series mid-rangers look pretty compelling.
Allina says UCare owes it $70M for unpaid medical bills
Minneapolis-based health system wants to intervene in court proceedings guiding the health insurer’s wind-down.
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.
Construction for new Costco gas station, store could begin by end of year in Des Plaines
Costco could start construction for a new gas station and a store in the north suburbs by the end of 2026.
Jordan Shipley in critical but stable condition: Ex-Texas star injured in fire
Shipley sustained severe burns from an accident at his ranch
Galaxies with ‘hoop skirts’ are more common than we thought
The discovery of thousands more galaxies with stars ringing their main disks could help astronomers study galactic evolution more generally.
Prep talk: Oaks Christian girls' water polo team setting standard for excellence
The defending Southern Section champion Lions are off to 10-1 start this season in a bid to repeat as Open Division champions.
Winter Sports Teams Start Strong
The high school winter sports season is at full sail, and the Vineyard boys hockey and basketball teams are leading the way with six and five wins each.
JPMorganChase Survey: U.S. Business Leaders Signal Optimism and Growth Plans for 2026 Despite Economic Uncertainty
NEW YORK, January 07, 2026--At the start of the year, strong optimism among U.S. business leaders is setting the stage for an active 2026, according to JPMorganChase’s annual Business Leaders Outlook survey of small and midsize companies. Following a year of persistent economic and geopolitical headwinds, business leaders are charting a path forward by pursuing growth opportunities, embracing emerging technologies and, in some cases, forging new strategic partnerships.
Why sports stars who head the ball are much more likely to die of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and motor neurone disease
Professional soccer players and American football stars are at much greater risk of developing dementia. What can we do to help them?
UNLV overwhelmed early, falls 98–66 against Wyoming
The Rebels trailed from start to finish as Wyoming shot efficiently from deep Tuesday night.
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.
Mississippi State, Oklahoma put five-game winning streaks to test
Oklahoma and Mississippi State will put five-game winning streaks on the line in a Southeastern Conference showdown on Wednesday in Starkville, Miss.
Audit finds widespread problems in DHS oversight of behavioral health grants
It comes as Minnesota is under scrutiny for fraud in social services programs.
Stanford, Virginia Tech out to build off strong starts
When Virginia Tech hosts Stanford on Wednesday at Blacksburg, Va., there will be plenty in common between the teams.
New indoor venue planned for former Carraway Hospital site in Birmingham
Plans for a new indoor venue at the former Carraway Hospital site in Birmingham have been confirmed, with construction potentially starting this summer.
FSU opens the doors to its College of Business facility, a 'legacy'
The event came ahead of spring classes starting Jan. 7, where the doors of the College of Business’s new building will open to 10,000-plus students.
Leader of county Health Care Agency steps down from post
Dr. Theresa Cho, who recently returned from a leave of absence, is leaving her position as director of the Ventura County Health Care Agency.
Oasys raises $4.6M for behavioral health tech
The startup recently turned down an acquisition offer.
'Even Stevens' actor claims Universal Studios fired him, ex-coworkers call him 'menace to work with'
Disney star Steven Anthony Lawrence, who played Beans on 'Even Stevens,' claimed he was fired from Universal Studios for reporting a pedophile, but staff called him an alleged 'menace to work with.'
The sky is falling for the Thunder: Four reasons why OKC has come back to earth
The Thunder were dreaming of a 74-win season after a 24-1 start, but they are 6-6 since
Startups to watch: Baton Rouge’s entrepreneurial surge
Put researchers, incubators and investors in the same ecosystem, and you get a region where innovation can thrive. That momentum is showing up in the number of Capital Region startups now drawing attention far beyond Louisiana. CodeGig CodeGig is a Baton Rouge software firm that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to help industrial companies […]
The Capital Region’s startup support squad
Every startup needs a hype crew—and the Capital Region has a bench that’s building momentum. From investor matchmakers and campus-based incubators to statewide initiatives designed to keep good ideas from leaving Louisiana, this is the support squad helping founders turn big ideas into real companies. NexusLA A statewide initiative aimed at bolstering Louisiana’s technology and […]
Lego introduces ‘smart bricks’ with sound and light effects to new Star Wars sets
But some argue new ‘Smart Play’ technology undermines the Danish construction toy’s gift for harnessing a child’s own imagination
NBCU Sells Out Advertising Inventory for Milan Olympics Amid Sports Ad Boom
NBC will also have the Super Bowl and the NBA All Star Game as part of what it is calling 'Legendary February,' with those events also sold out.
Tracee Ellis Ross Strikes Development Deal With Fox Entertainment Studios
The Black-ish star has struck a wide-ranging deal with the studio via her Joy Mill banner. Ross previously had a scripted overall deal with ABC Signature.
What's next for Giants in the remainder of this offseason after two additions to starting rotation?
Alex Pavlovic analyzes where the San Francisco Giants might turn to next after adding two arms to the starting rotation.
Dallas Stars Players Visit Children's Health
Wyatt Johnston and his teammates visited Children's Health over the holidays
TGL expands to include women's league (WTGL) as Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy's TMRW Sports partners with LPGA
TGL will expand with a women's league next season, with plans to bring in LPGA stars
CT Mirror hires new education reporter, business team members
CT Mirror is starting 2026 with three new staff members — an education reporter, director of leadership giving and manager of membership.
RandBall: FCS title game is a reminder of why we watch sports
Even when you don’t have a rooting interest, there isn’t much better than unscripted drama.
Mysterious space object is full of dark matter
The failed star factory is nicknamed ‘Cloud-9.’
Mental health tools to start the year strong
Licensed family and marriage therapist, Cherlette McCullough, joins WESH 2 share practical ways to prioritize mental wellness.
Fuel your fresh start: 18 must-have essentials to power your healthy eating goals
18 game-changing essentials to make your healthy eating resolution stick.
Amazon MGM Studios confirms new cast for upcoming ‘Tomb Raider’ series
The Prime Video series stars Sophie Turner as Lara Croft, led by Phoebe Waller-Bridge serving as creator, writer, executive producer, and co-showrunner alongside Chad Hodge as co-showrunner and executive producer.
5 ways to improve your health in 2026 and beyond
Improving health is a common goal for many people in the new year, but where to start? Dr. Leana Wen explains five science-backed actions you can take right now.
What's New And Streaming On Hulu In January
Jumpstart your new year with these titles heading to Hulu.
Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Star Wars Outlaws, Resident Evil Village, and More
Coming soon to Xbox Game Pass: Star Wars Outlaws, Resident Evil Village, and more!
Top small business ideas for 2026: Start & succeed
Explore the best small business ideas for 2026—wellness, tech, sustainability, and more. Start with low capital and grow by solving real needs.
It Ain’t Just Sports: Special guest Faith Wilkerson, Sunday football rundown
We’re back with another episode of It Ain’t Just Sports — where the games are just the start of the conversation.
'Death by 1,000 cuts': How EPA policy changes will affect Indiana
The Environmental Protection Agency methodically deregulated and rolled back environmental protections this year under the Trump administration. Here's how Hoosiers have been affected.
Personnel note: Deirdre Finn named Executive Director at ACEC Florida, FES
Finn started the job on Jan. 1.
Game Pass Adds All These Games In January 2026
The first month of the year brings lots more games to Game Pass.
NSIC Network Will Stream on Midco Sports Plus Beginning Fall 2026
Starting in the fall of 2026, Bemidji State University Athletics, along with the other 15 institutions and 18 sports that are a part of the NSIC, will now all be streamed on Midco Sports Plus. Through a monthly subscription, the NSIC Network will broadcast all home regular-season conference and non-conference…
Trump and House Republicans are meeting to talk about their election-year agenda
President Donald Trump is meeting with House Republicans to align on their policy and political agenda at the start of a critical midterm election year
Mark Kiszla: What CU sports needs more than a bright new athletic director is a billionaire sugar daddy
BOULDER – The first thing eager new CU athletic director Fernando Lovo must learn is the massive gap between wishful thinking and what it actually takes to win the Big 12 Conference football championship. Here’s a hint: Start with a $5 million quarterback. In 2026, that’s the going rate for success in college athletics. Are […]
Why Trae Young and flawed stars like him are so difficult to build around
Most Disruptive Business School Startups Of 2025
The most promising student-founded startups created at the world's top business schools this past year
Six Big Political Questions for 2026
A wildly important midterm year is off to a chaotic start, with a raid in Venezuela, an uneasy economy and more. Here’s what we’re curious about.
Leaders announce education campaign on affordable health insurance
The multimedia campaign recommends people check a box on their state income tax form. That will start a process to determine whether people are eligible for free or low-cost health insurance. The campaign comes after Affordable Care Act tax credits expired on Jan. 1.
Former Star Tribune columnist Sid Hartman honored
Former Star Tribune columnist Sid Hartman, who died in October 2020 at age 100, is selected for National Sports Media Association Hall of Fame
Lego Smart Bricks Light Up With Jedi Magic In Coming Star Wars Set -- And I'm Obsessed
The brand-new, jaw-dropping Lego smart brick tech can recognize other bricks, activate effects and play music. They're debuting in Star Wars Lego sets this spring and we got an early look at CES 2026.
The Dreamscape effect
Written by Bret HovellSeventh grader Samuel Granado is a well-spoken and bright student at Villa de Paz Elementary School in Phoenix. But he starts out cautiously when he describes a new virtual reality-enabled science curriculum at his school called Dreamscape Learn.“I don’t want to call, like, regular science class boring,” he says. “But Dreamscape is definitely more exciting and fun than, well, a regular science class.”Even his “regular” science teachers are likely to agree.
Betelgeuse: Effect of Companion Star Wake
Scientists used NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope to look for evidence of a wake being generated by a companion star orbiting Betelgeuse. The team found a noticeable difference in light shown in the lefthand peak when the companion star was at different points in its orbit.
NASA Hubble Helps Detect 'Wake' of Betelgeuse’s Elusive Companion Star
New Hubble and ground-based observations allowed astronomers to track the influence of a recently discovered companion star around Betelgeuse.
49ers lose another linebacker for the season
All three of the 49ers starting linebackers are injured heading into their wild card game against the Eagles.
With new defense business, Electra pitches EL9 plane as Pentagon ‘Sprinter van’
The startup aims to move smaller amounts of DoD cargo and people using a hybrid-electric, fixed-wing aircraft.
LEGO just brought out a smart brick to unlcok new generation of play
Here's everything to know about LEGO's new smart brick, which will first come to its Star Wars series.
Leonardo DiCaprio Mocked For Getting Marooned On Vacation With Jeff Bezos
Critics Choice Awards host Chelsea Handler just had to joke with the “One Battle After Another” star after he was MIA at another big event.
Lego’s Smart Brick Gives the Iconic Analog Toy a New Digital Brain
The new sensor-packed Smart Play Brick will land this spring as part of a special Star Wars collection. The update adds interactive lights and sound to the Lego experience—including the Minifigs.
Lego announces Smart Brick, the ‘most significant evolution’ in 50 years
Starting with Lego Star Wars.
Lego's Making Sensor-Studded Smart Bricks, Coming Soon to a Star Wars Set Near You
The bricks can recognize other bricks, activate effects, play music and a lot more. They're debuting in Star Wars Lego sets this spring but you can get an early look at CES 2026.
UNC legend Tyler Hansbrough elected to North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame
Former North Carolina star Tyler Hansbrough has been elected as one of 11 members of the 2026 North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame class, set for induction on May 1 in Greensboro.
'Twilight' star Kristen Stewart 'would love to' direct a remake: 'I’m doing it!'
Hold on tight, spider monkey! Kristen Stewart has revealed she 'would love to' direct a 'Twilight' remake: 'I’m doing it! I’m committed!'
Tim Allen Says He Talked Trump Out of Choosing Hollywood Over Politics
The “Home Improvement” star says he talked the future president out of it.
NASA's Hubble Examines Cloud-9, First of New Type of Object
A team using Hubble uncovered a new type of astronomical object — a starless, gas-rich, dark-matter cloud, a remnant of early galaxy formation.
Cloud 9, Starless Gas Cloud Video
This annotated video shows the location of Cloud-9 on the sky. As the video zooms into the cloud, it becomes evident that there are no stars within it.
4 Simple Activities That Will Jumpstart Your Health This January, According to Experts
For each week in January, hone in on one aspect of your health, and create the structure you need for lasting change.
Wegovy obesity pill now available at pharmacies
Drugmaker Novo Nordisk said the prescription medicine can be found at a range of pharmacies, including CVS and Costco, as well as some telehealth providers.
Meet Greg Abel, the new CEO of Berkshire Hathaway—the billionaire boomer boss got his start in business selling empty soda bottles for 5 cents
Warren Buffett’s successor Greg Abel first made money dispersing fliers and redeeming empty soda bottles. Now he's the billionaire CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.
‘See no evil, hear no evil’ Starmer goes on full sycophant alert
PM tries to be as uninformed as possible about The Donald’s coup while his junior minister throws Greenland under the bus
Red Dead Redemption 2 Is Hiding One More Unsolved Mystery
Rockstar's open-world blockbuster seems to be hiding at least one more mysterious puzzle for players to solve
Hegseth Starts Proceedings Against Sen. Mark Kelly Over His Remarks
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth blasted the senator for his “seditious” remarks. Mr. Kelly said he had done nothing wrong and cited similar comments by Mr. Hegseth.
CES 2026: Anker Unveils New Qi2 Charger, Nano Power Strip, and Docking Station
Anker today announced several new charging options that are set to start rolling out to customers in January. There are three products in the Nano family, along with a new Anker multi-device charging station designed for the iPhone and Apple Watch. The $150 Anker Prime Wireless Charging Station offers 25W Qi2 fast charging for supported iPhone models, matching the speeds delivered through MagSafe. It can charge an iPhone 17 to 80 percent in 55 minutes.
Tips to Hit Your 2026 Health Goals From Diets to Workouts
The new year means new health goals for lots of people so TODAY fitness contributor Stephanie Mansour stops by Studio 1A with strategies to help you start the new year off on the right foot, including quick workouts, healthy recipe ideas, and more.
Joe Starkey: Suddenly, there is joy and hope in the Pittsburgh sports world
Savor the moment. Things change fast in pro sports. But right now? On Monday, Jan. 5, 2026? This feels about as giddy and hopeful as it’s been around...
Code Vein II ‘Walkthrough’ trailer; ‘Character Creator Demo’ launches January 23
Bandai Namco has released an eight-minute “walkthrough” trailer for Code Vein II, as well as announced that a “Character Creator Demo” will be available starting January 23.
GE Lighting’s new Matter-compatible smart shades start at just $300
GE Lighting’s new Matter-compatible smart shades are sleek looking and start at just $300.
The science behind ‘new year, new me’
UCLA professor Hengchen Dai has done the research on how the “fresh-start effect” can jump-start your new year’s resolutions.
Is Starmer’s silence on Venezuela worth it?
Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey talk about the UK’s response to Donald Trump’s actions in Venezuela. Plus, the key political moments to look out for in the next few months
It’s all mental: Science-backed tips to get you moving in 2026
Is this the year you – finally – incorporate exercise into your routine? An expert in the brain-body relationship, Assistant Professor Marcelo Bigliassi offers advice to get started and keep going.
Minister rejects claims government refusing to call Maduro extradition illegal to placate Trump
Mike Tapp says No 10 is talking to US and close allies about legal aspect after Starmer declines to criticise Venezuela operation
5⃣news: Academy shines, fallen star, nail-biting league races
This January 5th is filled with gifts, but also with news.So here are the five news stories you can't miss this Monday...Real Madrid thrashes Betis📸 PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU - AFP or licensorsReal Ma...
Venezuelans face uncertainty as the Trump administration’s plans for their country emerge. Here’s what to know
An emboldened President Donald Trump declared Sunday night that the US is “in charge” of Venezuela after detaining President Nicolas Maduro in a military raid over the weekend, as he issued stark warnings to other countries that they could be next.
CES 2026: Video shows startup's color-changing sunglasses in action
Mashable is reporting live from CES 2026, where startups from around the world show off the newest innovations.
Japanese startup Ludens AI brought two very adorable robots to CES 2026
Japanese startup Ludens AI is showing off two extremely adorable robot companions at CES 2026: Cocomo and Inu.
Brain Health Challenge: Test Your Knowledge of Healthy Habits
It’s never too early or too late to start healthy brain habits. Today, test your knowledge with a pop quiz.
UH earns top global rankings in oceanography, atmospheric science
The University of Hawaii at Manoa earned high marks across nearly 20 disciplines in the 2025 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects, with oceanography, atmospheric science and hospitality and tourism management emerging as its highest-ranked programs, according to a news release.
Starlink provides free internet to Venezuela following US arrest of Nicolás Maduro
Starlink offers free internet access to Venezuela through Feb. 3 after U.S. forces arrested President Maduro on federal narco-terrorism charges.
Ex-McKinsey consultant had to unlearn habits to build his startup
A former McKinsey consultant shares what he had to unlearn from consulting to succeed in startup life.
Scientists Discover How the Uterus “Feels” Its Way Through Childbirth
Molecular discoveries may help improve treatments for labor and pain. When labor starts, the uterus must produce steady, precisely timed contractions to allow a safe delivery. Hormones such as progesterone and oxytocin are known to drive this process, but researchers have long believed that physi