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New research suggests some cases of autism could be preventable
Studies say avoiding environmental exposures, especially pre-conception, may help. Influencers are branding the idea “trimester zero,” but the science is in early stages.
New research suggests some cases of autism could be preventable
Studies say avoiding environmental exposures, especially pre-conception, may help. Influencers are branding the idea “trimester zero,” but the science is in early stages.
Josh Shapiro, in his own words, on political violence and antisemitism
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is opening up about his Jewish faith at a pivotal moment in his political rise
As antisemitism rises and strife over Israel continues, Josh Shapiro turns toward his Jewish faith
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro may be the nation’s most prominent Jewish politician as antisemitism surges across America
Man shot and killed after entering Mar-a-Lago perimeter, Secret Service says
The Secret Service said the man was observed carrying “what appeared to be a shotgun and a fuel can.”
How loose social ties can help heal political division
Weak connections known as ‘bridge ties’ cross the boundaries that normally structure our lives. We must restore this connective tissue
Triceratops had a giant nose that may have cooled its massive head
Triceratops’ massive head may have been doing more than just showing off those famous horns. Using CT scans and 3D reconstructions of fossil skulls, researchers uncovered a surprisingly complex nasal system hidden inside its enormous snout. Instead of being just a supersized nose for smelling, it likely housed intricate networks of nerves and blood vessels—and even special structures that helped regulate heat and moisture.
60% disapprove of Trump ahead of State of the Union, Post-ABC poll finds
Democrats have made little headway in persuading Americans that they have better ideas or policies to offer.
Inside RFK Jr.’s long-running crusade against the flu vaccine
Trump’s health secretary has halted federal flu vaccine promotions, citing personal beliefs about vaccine risks.
Ruben Dominguez, Texas A&M seek scoring touch vs. Sooners
Texas A&M squares off with streaky Oklahoma in a Southeastern Conference game on Saturday in Norman, Okla.
Cuba's health care system pushed to the brink by US fuel blockade, Cuban minister says
Cuban officials say a U.S. fuel blockade is pushing Cuba’s health system toward collapse and putting lives at risk
Ocean floor expedition discovers creatures never cataloged by science
Expedition in Argentina discovers enormous reef and nearly 30 species never before recorded in the deep Atlantic.
Xbox chief Phil Spencer is leaving Microsoft
Xbox president Sarah Bond is also leaving Microsoft.
Trump warns he's considering limited strikes as Iranian diplomat says proposed deal is imminent
President Donald Trump has warned that limited strikes against Iran are possible even as the country’s top diplomat says Tehran expects to have a proposed deal ready in the next few days following nuclear talks with the U.S. Trump’s remarks Friday came a few hours after Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi said on MSNOW’s “Morning Joe” show that his country was planning to finalize a draft deal in “the next two to three days” to then send to Washington
Review | ‘Everybody Loses’ tallies the steep costs of sports gambling
Danny Funt’s book makes clear that addiction is just one of many problems in the new age of legalized betting
“Not normal”: Laura Coates reacts to the Trump banner hung at her old workplace, Main Justice
Texas' Senate primary race between Crockett and Talarico ramps up after pulled Colbert interview
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas is urging supporters to look at experience in a heated U.S. Senate primary with state Rep. James Talarico as he rides on wider attention thanks to late-night host Stephen Colbert
Democrats say citizenship question could derail census test and deter immigrants from participating
Congressional Democrats are warning that the U.S. Census Bureau risks undermining an upcoming test of the 2030 census by using a form that includes a citizenship question
Rep. Tony Gonzales had affair with aide who lit herself on fire, lawyer alleges
The congressman from Texas, who is facing a tough primary battle, has denied having an affair.
Trump’s Black supporters tout minority gains during White House ceremony
Wednesday’s Black History Month event marked a continued defense of a president who has made racial grievance a hallmark of his political ascent.
Binghamton student explores how finance drives business strategy
Akram Eisa builds unique leadership skills through the School of Management, where he also explores different ways finance and technology are drivers of busin ss strategy.
Hegseth invited Christian nationalist Doug Wilson to preach at Pentagon
The self-described “paleo-Confederate” has argued that wives should submit to their husbands, women should be denied the vote and Christian slaveowners were on “firm scriptural ground.”
What is the Rock Creek Entertainment District? Project plans, challenges
Approval of the Rock Creek Entertainment District plan has cleared a path for Norman’s upcoming development project in University North Park, a retail area in north Norman. Legal hurdles and
AIPAC accused of covert campaigning as Democratic support falters
Democrats in Illinois have accused the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, the powerful pro-Israel organization, of meddling in competitive primary races.
Caesars Entertainment repeats ‘no crisis’ theme, citing Las Vegas tourism cycle that CEO sees as normal
After all the slicing and dicing, all the macro- and the microanalysis, the top executive at Caesars Entertainment says the tourism decline that weighed so heavily on Las Vegas last year wasn’…
Reactions to the death of the Rev. Jesse Jackson
Eulogies are pouring in after the death of the Rev. Jesse L
The Latest: Partial government shutdown over DHS oversight seems poised to drag on
Lawmakers and the White House offered no signs of compromise over the holiday weekend in their battle over oversight of federal immigration officers that has led to a pause in funding for the Department of Homeland Security
Opinion | Jesse Jackson envisioned a more-inclusive politics — and made it happen
Like his mentors before him, Jackson has passed the torch. But you can still hear that stirring voice, can’t you?
Opinion | America dominates sports without government support
President Trump can’t threaten the U.S. Olympic committee’s federal funding because it doesn’t receive any.
Opinion | Even far-right foreign leaders are getting sick of Trump’s meddling
Seldom, if ever, have U.S. presidents interceded as brazenly as Trump has done in foreign politics.
Analysis: Trump’s damage is done. Democrats – and Europe – are struggling to define what’s next
Democratic presidential hopefuls descended on the Munich Security Conference over the weekend as they might normally flood Des Moines, Iowa, or Manchester, New Hampshire. They found a Europe that’s all but ignoring them – and assuming leaders like Donald Trump will define the future.
Who saw Anthony Kim's breakthrough win coming? Greg Norman
Anthony Kim won LIV Golf's Adelaide event, and the person who helped bring him back - Greg Norman - spoke of the victory with pride.
Trump's border czar says 'small' security force will remain in Minnesota after enforcement drawdown
More than 1,000 immigration agents have left Minnesota’s Twin Cities area and hundreds more will depart in the days ahead as part of the Trump administration’s drawdown of its immigration enforcement surge
Derek Dooley didn't vote for years. Now he wants Georgia voters to send him to Washington
Former football coach Derek Dooley says Georgia voters should send him to the Senate because he’s a political outsider
Analysis | Primary season has arrived. Why these races matter so much in 2026.
A 21st-century-record number of seats are opening, and races will be raucous and crowded, reflecting both parties’ ideological, stylistic and generational tensions.
Trump claims victory on affordability as public anxieties persist
Advisers had been encouraging the president to sound more empathetic toward struggling Americans. But as some bright spots emerge, the messaging has shifted.
He spent decades perfecting his voice. Now he says Google stole it.
NPR’s David Greene says he was “completely freaked out” when he heard an AI voice that sounded just like his own, and he’s suing over it.
Column | Lucas Pinheiro Braathen dared to be who he is. He won gold because of it.
Brazil’s first Winter Olympic gold medalist has a message worth listening to after his victory in the men’s giant slalom.
Tom Steyer, billionaire populist? Full interview with Inside California Politics
(Inside California Politics) — Tom Steyer is running in a unique lane in the race to be California’s next governor: a billionaire populist, a progressive businessman. “We don’t normally see candida…
Nintendo Switch Games Normally $65 on Sale for $3 for Limited Time
Nintendo Switch games that normally cost $64 on the Nintendo eShop are on sale for just $3.24 for a limited time.
Kiss-and-cry: Is figure skating's voyeuristic staple worth the mental health toll on its athletes
The kiss-and-cry area has long been a staple of figure skating, providing fans with an unvarnished look at skaters as they learn their scores
It’s not just about romance: Friendships benefit your health, too.
Love doesn’t have to be romantic to improve your life. Research shows that friendships, especially high-quality ones, are key for health and well-being.
Column | Republicans see a big opportunity in crowded Democratic primaries
In several states and swing districts, House Democrats have nomination contests that could prove harmful.
The one industry powering the U.S. labor market
Without health care, the United States would have nearly 400,000 fewer jobs than it did a year ago, according to Labor Department figures through January.
After snapping 9-game skid, Oklahoma hosts reeling Georgia
Georgia coach Mike White is counting on his team playing better from the jump Saturday than the Bulldogs did in their most recent game when they travel to Norman, Okla., to take on Oklahoma.
One year of RKF Jr.: How his MAHA agenda has reshaped US public health
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s first year in office has upended decades of public health norms. He’s touted his overhauls as major wins for his “Make America Heal…
Politics is now driving the dollar
The normal order of what influences the world’s most important reserve currency is breaking down
I'm Obsessed With 'You've Got Mail'—Minus This Enormously Problematic Plot Point
Don't get me wrong—this is one of my favorite romantic comedies. But Joe Fox, you've got some major work to do.
Commentary: Norm DeBriyn learned valuable lesson from Wilson Matthews
DeBriyn is good at deflecting credit. The Arkansas baseball coach likes it when friends jokingly refer to the records set in his 33 years as coach.
Inside the New York City Date Night for AI Lovers
EVA AI created a pop-up romantic date night at a Manhattan wine bar to help making AI-human relationships a “new normal.”
Scientists have discovered one of elephants’ most sensitive secrets
Researchers have studied rat and mouse whiskers, but these key organs for elephants have been largely overlooked.
The Business We’ve Chosen
I know this winter seems like it’s been a harsh one of extreme cold, especially, but the cold is more “normal” than what we’ve been experiencing in the past decade. […]
Are prediction markets democratizing information or gamifying war?
Betting on issues of national security, like war, introduces perverse motives like insider trading. It also risks normalizing betting on death.
Virginia Democrats quickly send proposed redistricting map to Spanberger
Democrats in the Virginia General Assembly sent proposed congressional maps that favor their party to Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) Tuesday as part of a budget package.
When immune cells stop fighting cancer and start helping it
Scientists have uncovered a surprising way tumors turn the immune system to their advantage. Researchers at the University of Geneva found that neutrophils—normally frontline defenders against infection—can be reprogrammed inside tumors to fuel cancer growth instead. Once exposed to the tumor environment, these immune cells begin producing a molecule called CCL3 that actively promotes tumor progression.
AMA joins effort to launch vaccine science review amid CDC turmoil
The American Medical Association and a partner group are taking on a new role in reviewing vaccine safety and effectiveness as the CDC’s review process faces criticism.
When conflict meets competition: Trump's immigration agenda roils opening days of Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics have become a platform for political debate in the U.S. American athletes face questions about President Donald Trump’s immigration policies
Legality of Trump’s $400M private funding for White House ballroom at issue
A federal judge weighing whether the project may proceed has focused on whether the administration can use private donations to bypass congressional approval.
Environmental science major interns as a cowboy
What cattle-rustling taught Ian Skinner about agricultural sustainability, maturity and grit
Why this rust-like mineral is one of Earth’s best carbon vaults
A common iron mineral hiding in soil turns out to be far better at trapping carbon than scientists realized. Its surface isn’t uniform — it’s a nanoscale patchwork of positive and negative charges that can grab many different organic molecules. Instead of relying on a single weak attraction, the mineral uses several bonding strategies to hold carbon tightly in place. This helps explain how soils store enormous amounts of carbon for the long term.
Why Dr. Oz wants you to retire later
Mehmet Oz says Americans should get healthier so they can work an extra year and boost the economy. That’s hard for the poor and less educated, who tend to retire earlier.
Congressional Black Caucus chair says Trump's post on the Obamas shows a 'bigoted and racist regime'
The chair of the Congressional Black Caucus says the Trump administration has a chance to change after President Donald Trump posted a racist video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as primates in the jungle
PS5 Game Normally $70 Is $5.59 for Limited Time on PlayStation Store
A PS5 game that is normally $70 on the PlayStation Store is currently on sale for just $5.59 for a limited time.
Opinion | The parents and coaches who have ruined youth sports
How to fix youth sports, the jobs market and the tax system, in readers’ eyes.
Jeep maker Stellantis announces a ‘reset’ of its business and massive charges. Shares crumble
Stellantis, the owner of Jeep and Chrysler, announced a “reset” of its business after its enormous investments in electric vehicles failed to pay off .
Opinion | How sports are defying secularization
The Super Bowl shows how football and faith have become intertwined.
Norman aims to retain high-income families with new entertainment district
Economic experts in Norman believe a billion-dollar entertainment district could help reverse the decline in high-income families, as the city faces a significant drop in such households.
PARANORMASIGHT: The Mermaid’s Curse announced for Switch, PC, iOS, and Android
Square Enix has announced PARANORMASIGHT: The Mermaid’s Curse for Switch, PC (Steam), iOS, and Android. It will launch on February 19.
Review | A famous director, a talented cast and a ‘Dracula’ that is endlessly bad
Luc Besson is the latest filmmaker to take on a horror classic and lose his way in the dark.
Norman's billion-dollar entertainment district moves forward after Supreme Court ruling
The Oklahoma Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a billion-dollar entertainment district in Norman.
Supreme Court allows new California congressional districts that favor Democrats
The Supreme Court has allowed California to use a new voter-approved congressional map that is favorable to Democrats in this year’s elections, rejecting a last-ditch plea from state Republicans and the Trump administration
Enormous Pair of Deep-Earth Hot 'Blobs' Shape Earth’s Magnetic Field, Scientists Say
Without the blobs, Earth would be “magnetically dead,” the researchers said.
Norman moving forward with $1 billion entertainment district after Oklahoma Supreme Court decision
A proposed $1 billion entertainment district that would house a new University of Oklahoma arena will move forward following a ruling from the Oklahoma Supreme Court.
Supreme Court clears way for Norman entertainment district, OU arena without public vote
The Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled Tuesday the City of Norman can move forward with a controversial tax-increment financing plan for a massive entertainment district and new University of Oklahoma ba…
Opinion | How Trump can buy some global climate sanity for less than $2 million
The IPCC’s rigor keeps a lid on alarmism. The U.S. is needed to make sure that doesn’t change.
Community rallies to help Fayetteville business owner after pipe burst during storm
As the city of Fayetteville works to return to normal after a weekend winter storm, many residents are still dealing with its aftermath.
Oklahoma Supreme Court rules Norman entertainment district project can move forward
The entertainment district project that includes a new OU basketball arena will move forward after an Oklahoma Supreme Court ruling.
Behind the Curtain: 3 historic shifts simultaneously rattling society
If you focus on only one (like many do with President Trump), you miss the enormity of change.
Column | Stop taking the elevator. Your life depends on it.
After a half-century asking us to exercise more, doctors and physiologists say we have been thinking about it the wrong way.
Column | Stop taking the elevator. Your life depends on it.
After a half-century asking us to exercise more, doctors and physiologists say we have been thinking about it the wrong way.
Football, politics and protest: This year's Super Bowl comes at a tinderbox moment in the US
The NFL faces pressure to take a stance against the Trump administration’s immigration policies ahead of the Super Bowl
Drake Maye's shoulder injury improves ahead of Super Bowl showdown
Drake Maye said the shoulder injury that limited him in practice last week has improved enough that he had a normal workout on his first full day in the Bay Area for the Super Bowl. Maye was unable to practice fully last week for the New England Patriots after injuring his throwing shoulder on a scramble in the AFC championship game win against the Denver Broncos.
Normalizing surveillance under the banner of helping lost pets
Now, surveillance doesn’t arrive announcing itself as surveillance. It shows up wagging its tail, asking for help, and hoping you won’t notice that the cameras never stop looking.
Driver license offices to return to normal business hours
ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. (WNCT) — Due to the exhaustion of federal funding, the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles said they will end the extended early-morning hours at 90 driver license offices. Officials said these offices have opened at 7am instead of the standard 8am to provide additional customer service time, but can no longer […]
Enormous 'mega-blob' under Hawaii is solid rock and iron, not gooey — and it may fuel a hotspot
A new study reveals a detailed look at what lies beneath the Hawaiian hotspot.
One of Earth’s most abundant lifeforms has a fatal flaw
SAR11 bacteria dominate the world’s oceans by being incredibly efficient, shedding genes to survive in nutrient-poor waters. But that extreme streamlining appears to backfire when conditions change. Under stress, many cells keep copying their DNA without dividing, creating abnormal cells that grow large and die. This vulnerability may explain why SAR11 populations drop during phytoplankton blooms and could become more important as oceans grow less stable.
Small Businesses in Minneapolis Serve a City in Crisis. ‘This Is Our New Normal.’
In Minneapolis and St. Paul, business owners work to lift up a community that has been roiled by the presence of thousands of immigration agents.
Small Businesses in Minneapolis Serve a City in Crisis. ‘This Is Our New Normal.’
In Minneapolis and St. Paul, business owners work to lift up a community that has been roiled by the presence of thousands of immigration agents.
Using generative AI to help scientists synthesize complex materials
Generative AI models have been used to create enormous libraries of theoretical materials that could help solve all kinds of problems. Now, scientists just have to figure out how to make them. In many ...
Fundraising hauls show RNC vastly outpacing Democrats ahead of midterm elections
The Republican National Committee vastly outpaced Democrats in 2025, according to year-end filings to the Federal Election Commission
Trump tries humor, gets silence, at black-tie dinner with ‘people I hate’
In a frenetic presidency marked by jarring contrasts, he added another Saturday night: suiting up in black-tie regalia amid mass immigration protests and telling jokes about invading Greenland.
Dodgers will play baseball this month
It’s February now, which means the Dodgers will play baseball games this very month. Sure, those games won’t count, but they will be televised nonetheless, and we will get to watch as the team gradually builds up toward the season. This will be more of a normal spring training for the Dodgers, at least in […]
Democrats narrow GOP House majority as Menefee wins Texas special election
After Menefee is sworn in, Democrats will have 214 House seats. Republicans currently hold 218, giving House Speaker Mike Johnson a razor-thin majority.
When “The Cost Of Doing Business” Stops Making Sense In Healthcare
The healthcare industry has normalized a decadent sales culture. It’s time to rethink these industry normas.
Democrats Menefee and Edwards compete for a House seat that will narrow GOP's slim majority
Democrats Christian Menefee and Amanda Edwards are competing for a vacant U.S. House seat from Houston
Judge blocks additional citizenship provisions in latest setback to Trump's election executive order
A federal judge has blocked certain federal agencies from requesting citizenship status when distributing voter registration forms
Analysis: 5 early takeaways from the DOJ’s big Epstein files drop
The Justice Department on Friday announced the long-awaited release of an enormous tranche of Jeffrey Epstein files, spanning more than 3 million pages, which it said fufilled its obligations under transparency legislation passed last year.
Health officials confirm measles case, warn of possible exposure in Norman
The Oklahoma State Department of Health has confirmed a case of measles and is warning the public about a potential exposure in Cleveland County.Health official
Oklahoma Health Department confirms measles case; possible exposure at Norman bar
The Oklahoma State Department of Health has confirmed a measles case in Cleveland County.According to OSDH, the individual visited Logie's on the Corner in Norm
New OU athletics director committed to pursuing entertainment district in Norman
Incoming University of Oklahoma Athletic Director Roger Denny reaffirmed the university’s commitment to building an entertainment district in University North Park during an introductory press conference Wednesday.