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Jeffrey Epstein and the scientists
The release of the latest batch of documents relating to the late child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has shed further light on his close relationship with the world of science. To find out why he cultivated scientists and where his interests lay, Ian Sample hears from Dan Vergano, a senior editor at Scientific American.
‘A free limo is hard to turn away’: how car diplomacy turbo charges politics in the Pacific
A luxury Chinese sedan gifted to Fiji is the latest in a string of vehicles donated by foreign countries to deepen partnerships and seek influence in the region
Mark your calendars: Weekly sports Schedule for Feb. 10-15
Tuesday, Feb. 10
Los Angeles voters are moving ever leftward, shifting election politics in America’s second-largest city
By Jim Newton, CalMatters This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. How liberal is Los Angeles? That question is very much on the minds of political insiders and observers these days as the city turns to its municipal elections and makes important decisions about its
Telehealth Nurse honored for lifesaving bond with Veteran | VA Central Alabama health care
For most patients, a telehealth nurse is a reassuring voice on the phone or a face on a screen, a distant guide navigating the complexities of health care. For Veteran Jacqueline, however, that voice became a lifeline that transcended the digital divide and pulled her back from the brink of death.
Trump Administration to Cut $600 Million in Health Funding From Four States
The states, all led by Democrats, used the grants to support a wide variety of functions, including H.I.V. prevention and surveillance.
US Medicare Agency Proposes Regulation to Reduce Fraud Across Health Insurance Programs
Feb 9 (Reuters) - Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on Monday proposed regulations to crack down on fraud and misleading practices by health insurance agents and brokers to lower health care costs. (Reporting by Sneha S K in Bengaluru; Editing by Alan Barona) Copyright 2026 ...
A moment of truth for Democrats ahead of this week's DHS shutdown deadline: From the Politics Desk
Plus, a preview of this year's big secretary of state races.
Comedian to provide Galentine's entertainment
SUTHERLAND—Prepare for loads of laughter with comedian Lisa Lane Filholm for a Galentine’s evening at the R.L. Johannsen Center in Sutherland.
Evanston’s $26 million entertainment destination set to open
A Wyoming-based business, Wyoming Horse Racing, LLC (WHR), is set to open a $26 million entertainment destination in Evanston, Wyoming, in mid-February — which will offer off-track betting, gaming, dining
Who was the best boys athlete on the Northshore for the week of Feb. 1-7? Vote Now!
Help choose the best boys athlete in St. Tammany Parish for the week of Feb. 1-7. You have until Wednesday at noon to vote!
Fertility Doctor Reveals Top 3 Nutrients If You're Trying to Get Pregnant
Research shows that eating a diet high in a few important nutrients can be beneficial for fertility and other aspects of health.
$585,100 Park Upgrades Coming to West Utica
West Utica parks are getting a major upgrade with new playground equipment, resurfaced courts and more shade for families.
Baton Rouge Rep. Dixon McMakin exits race for Julia Letlow’s House seat
A crowded field of potential candidates remains, however.
PNW-dedicated furniture chain closing all locations, going-out-of-business sale underway
A small furniture chain in the Pacific Northwest is closing its doors after nearly 40 years.
Spark STEM Fest returns to Orlando Science Center for hands-on learning
Explore STEM careers at Spark STEM Fest! Enjoy immersive exhibits and live shows that make science, technology, engineering, and math come alive.
Impossibly powerful 'ghost particle' that slammed into Earth may have come from an exploding black hole — and it could upend both particle physics and cosmology
A supercharged neutrino that smashed into our planet in 2023 may have been spit out by an exploding primordial black hole with a "dark charge." If true, this theory could lead to a definitive catalog of all subatomic particles and unveil the elusive identity of dark matter.
A couple of teas or coffees a day could lower risk of dementia, scientists say
Findings suggest smaller cognitive decline, but US study cannot prove daily caffeine hit is good for the brain
A cup (or 2 or 3) of coffee or tea a day helps keep dementia away
People who drank the most caffeinated coffee had a lower risk of dementia compared to those who drank the least, the long-term observational study found.
Planning ahead: the political leadership campaigns that launched too soon
As ‘Rayner for leader’ site goes live, here are previous instances of politicians jumping the gun
Who is Ken Kern? The Lincoln Lawyer shares touching season 4 tribute
During episode 6 of the latest instalment of the hit Netflix show, a tribute card reads 'In Memory of Ken Kern' - but who was he?
Upcoming events this week at Jervis Public Library in Rome
ROME — Jervis Public Library in Rome has announced their upcoming events for the week of Monday, Feb. 9, including two book clubs for “The List of Suspicious Things” and
Want to Eat More Fiber? Add This Many Grams Weekly to Avoid Bloating and Gas
In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a dietitian shares how to comfortably increase your fiber intake every week.
Cable UCC to hold Mardi Gras pancake supper
The public is invited to attend the Mardi Gras Pancake Supper on Tuesday, Feb. 17 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at Cable United Church of Christ.
12 New Orleans area prep softball position players to watch heading into this season
These New Orleans area prep softball players are primed for big seasons.
UK PM Starmer Tells Staff Politics Should Be Force for Good
LONDON, Feb 9 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told his staff on Monday that politics should be a force for good and emphasised the importance of moving forward, following the resignation of his chief of staff and director of communications. Starmer's top aide Morgan ...
Antitrust debate tops the college sports agenda
Despite holding a whisper-thin majority in the House of Representatives, Republican lawmakers are attempting to salvage a bill that aims to regulate the college sports business.
Louisiana Department of Health targets fraud with new internal watchdog role
The Louisiana Department of Health is creating a Chief Accountability Officer to strengthen oversight, reduce fraud and assess whether programs are working.
CMPD said officers followed policy before light rail stabbing. They didn’t.
Charlotte police were supposed to get DeCarlos Brown Jr. mental health help eight months before Iryna Zarutska’s death, CMPD policies say.
How a Southern lifestyle brand from Baton Rouge now sells more than a million pieces a year
"The first time we sourced from Asia," he explained, "we had to throw away the entire product because we had no clue what we were doing."
Federal government turns to fresher data to rein in Medicare Advantage upcoding
CMS is taking a new approach to limit one of the ways insurers are boosting profits in Medicare Advantage.
Trump calls Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance ‘absolutely terrible’
President criticises Puerto Rican musician’s half-time show as a ‘slap in the face’ in lengthy tirade on social media
Minister credits Starmer for ‘taking responsibility’ over Mandelson ahead of key meeting with Labour MPs
Jacqui Smith defends prime minister following resignation of Morgan McSweeney amid Mandelson scandal
Gordon Brown by James Macintyre review – a very different kind of politician
A new biography reveals Brown to be a man of exceptional vision and probity – what a contrast with today’s politics
Venezuela frees several opposition members after lengthy politically motivated detentions
Venezuelan-based prisoners’ rights group Foro Penal confirmed the release of at least 30 people Sunday.
Bad Bunny celebrates Puerto Rico at Super Bowl, angering Trump
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny on Sunday turned the Super Bowl into a giant street party, emphasizing unity over division in his groundbreaking Spanish-language set -- but still earning President
Jon Kudelka, much-loved Australian political cartoonist, dies aged 53
Award-winning Tasmanian artist’s work was published by The Australian, The Saturday Paper and The Hobart Mercury
Kids vote for fictional characters at Portugal’s presidential election
Super Mario and Roblox were among the candidates children could vote for in an exercise their parents hope will teach them about democracy.
Paleo-Inuit people braved icy seas to reach remote Greenland islands 4,500 years ago, archaeologists discover
Archaeological remains on the Kitsissut islands off the coast of Greenland reveal that whole communities regularly journeyed across the dangerous Arctic waters.
From the sports desk: The agony and ecstasy of the Olympics
Team USA narrowly topped Japan to win gold in the figure skating team event. Earlier, Lindsey Vonn crashed during the women's downhill ski event, while Breezy Johnson won gold.
There's a simple way to watch Super Bowl 2026 FREE in *USA*
There's an easy way to find a free Super Bowl 2026 stream in North America
Doulas County Health Department warns businesses of shutdown for unrenewed permits
The Douglas County Health Department is warning restaurants of closure for locations that have not renewed their food and drink operating permits.
NBC Sports names former Reds player Joey Votto as commentator for 2026 MLB season
It's now official: Former Reds player Joey Votto is set to join NBC Sports as a commentator for the 2026 MLB season.
Centene swings to 2025 loss on $6.7 billion goodwill hit
Company exits a "challenging year" but insists it is entering 2026 with "positive momentum"
Trump says it's 'terrible' Bill Belichick wasn't elected to the Hall of Fame on the first ballot
In an exclusive interview with NBC News, Trump said Hall of Fame voters should look past a “controversial” two-year stretch for Belichick, who won six Super Bowls as a head coach.
Trump accepts ownership of the current economy: 'I'm very proud of it'
In an exclusive interview with NBC News, the president said the country is already experiencing the "Trump economy."
Super Bowl ads try to overcome tough times with health, caring and the usual laughs
There is plenty of silliness in this year’s commercials.
JB Hook's - Live Music by Adam Powell
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Olympics Opening Ceremony Scores Record Audience for NBCUniversal
And NBC will likely get big numbers again on Sunday as the network airs both Super Bowl LX and its Olympics coverage.
Olympics Opening Ceremony Scores Record Audience for NBCUniversal
And NBC will likely get big numbers again on Sunday as the network airs both Super Bowl LX and its Olympics coverage.
'Night owls' may have worse heart health
Emerging evidence suggests that "night owls" are more likely to have poor heart health and a higher risk of heart attack or stroke than "morning larks." Why is that?
'Night owls' may have worse heart health
Emerging evidence suggests that "night owls" are more likely to have poor heart health and a higher risk of heart attack or stroke than "morning larks." Why is that?
Decent or disastrous? Starmer’s judgment and leadership divide opinion
Letters: Readers respond to a piece by Polly Toynbee in which she says she cannot understand the reason for this level of public dislike
'Overwatch' just hit its highest player base on Steam PC since launch — passing Battlefield 6 and Call of Duty
All it needed was a flying kitty. Overwatch is so back, as the kids say.
Thinking of trashing a small business on social media? Please, think again
Online pile-ons can destroy small businesses. Save the derision for big companies that can weather social media storms
Social media companies are being sued for harming their users’ mental health – but are the platforms addictive?
Experts say the term ‘addiction’ is be overused and, for social media use, could be difficult to prove
How to watch YouTube TV from anywhere (free trial)
Outside the U.S.? Here's how to watch YouTube TV from anywhere in the world
Super Bowl Ads Try to Overcome Tough Times With Health, Caring and the Usual Laughs
At a difficult time for America, Super Bowl advertisers ask viewers to take care of themselves and others — and maybe even crack a smile. Ring shows how neighbors can use their doorbell cameras to find lost pets. A Budweiser Clydesdale protects a bald eagle chick from the rain. Novartis touts a ...
Remembering Catherine O’Hara and her iconic ‘Schitt’s Creek’ character
The actor died at the end of January at the age of 71. Moira Macdonald pays tribute to her and her unforgettable persona as Moira Rose on "Schitt's Creek."
Nature is the new thrill ride: Why wildlife is the travel moment Americans are chasing
Holland America Line reports that Americans are prioritizing wildlife and outdoor experiences in travel, favoring nature encounters over theme park thrills.
Politicians ‘don’t live how we live’, voters tell me. The Mandelson scandal won’t change their minds
Whoever succeeds Keir Starmer will have an almost impossible task: convincing voters that politicians will serve the people, not themselves, says Guardian columnist John Harris
Office buzz: UK employers turn to beehives to boost workplace wellbeing
Providers report rise in demand as companies seek mental health benefits and increased sense of community
Specific is terrific: A modest idea to combat the epidemic of loneliness
Loneliness is a big problem. This is a small idea — and maybe that’s the point.
Super Bowl 2026 Performers List for National Anthem, Halftime Show Entertainment
The Super Bowl is the biggest football game of the year for the NFL but while the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will battle it out for the right to hoist the Lombardi Trophy, the pomp and circumstance surrounding the game is often as noteworthy as the play on the field.
Physicists push quantum boundaries by turning a superfluid into a supersolid — and back — for the first time
Physicists saw excitons, a type of quasiparticle, undergo a reversible phase transition from superfluid to supersolid for the first time, opening new doors for studying extreme states of matter.
Is this blood test a better predictor of heart disease than LDL cholesterol?
Recent research suggests that more people should be screened for a protein called apoB. A growing number of doctors agree.
‘It has to be amazing’: Liberty links with Bridgerton as it capitalises on maximalist trend
Department store’s retail boss reveals how it is thriving by focusing on unique items and tie-ups from Adidas to Grayson Perry
Bad Bunny to meet political moment as Maga fumes over Super Bowl show
Puerto Rican superstar promises ‘the world will dance’ in all-Spanish half-time gig that comes as Trump agents wage deadly crackdown
Warcraft, Overwatch, and Diablo studio Blizzard Entertainment hits 35 years old — marks its first milestone under Microsoft Gaming
Legendary gaming firm cut its teeth with SNES and Genesis ports in the early 90s, but its legacy was locked in by three era‑defining originals that arrived between 1994 and 98.
Move over, MacBook: The new Dell XPS 14 is now the longest-lasting laptop we’ve ever tested
Intel wasn't just boasting!
Controversial new Overwatch character design has fans seeing double
Some prefer the fan art and want Anran to be redesigned.
Nell Nolan: Azucar Ball, Ball of 1812, Delta Sigma Theta Cotillion
Dreamy Lights and Dazzling Night
Louisiana is trying to avoid a nearly $100 million penalty by fixing errors in food stamp program
With $95 million on the line, Louisiana health officials are rolling out cash bonuses, tighter reviews and new wage checks to reduce errors in SNAP, the food assistance program serving one in five households statewide.
Pool Corp. hires new exec; Jefferson Chamber, Habitat for Humanity of GBR name new boards
Take a look at some of the recent promotions and new hires announced at south Louisiana businesses.
'Maybe they're waiting for something that only happens thousands of years later': The hidden life 'sleeping' deep beneath Earth for millions of years
Deep inside Earth lies a hidden world of "intraterrestrials" that have been dormant for hundreds of thousands of years — what are they waiting to "wake up" for?
Foreign Office to review Peter Mandelson’s US ambassador payoff
Mandelson under increasing pressure to return payout after he was sacked over as US ambassador over his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein
Modern Milkman to collect unwanted electronics and toys with deliveries
Grocery delivery firm will begin picking up broken tech across the UK and charging consumers to recycle items
Science history: 'Father of modern genetics' describes his experiments with pea plants — and proves that heredity is transmitted in discrete units
Gregor Mendel described his experiments with pea plants and proved that genes are transmitted in discrete units, with certain fundamental laws of inheritance.
Business People NW Arkansas
Michael McGill, Ross Simpson and Nancy Smith have joined Little Rock-based Rose Law Firm as its newest members.
Politics: Iowa senator speaks out against bill capping school funding
Iowa Sen. Tom Townsend, D-Dubuque, last week in a statement slammed Senate File 2201, which would further restrict the amount of funding for public school districts.
I used ChatGPT to build a Moltbot and get on Moltbook — here’s exactly how I did it
I asked ChatGPT to help me code — and it actually worked
New Orleans legislative delegation comes into clearer view as Murray wins, two races head to runoff
Here are the full results from Saturday’s elections.
Why has food become another joyless way to self-optimise?
Women of my age are told we neglect protein at our peril – but you can’t cheat death with chia seeds alone. So, could we rein back on the self-optimisation – and ramp up the joy, writes Emma Beddington
Inside The Inn at Little Washington’s geese parade
Three evenings a week, the farm manager at The Inn at Little Washington, known as “Farmer Andy,” leads a small procession in the alley along Patty O’s Cafe. A line of well-trained American Buff Geese march to the tune of Thewlis’ soprano saxophone.
Annual JPS Science Fair and STEAM Expo encourages learning and new possibilities
Kids from Jackson Public Schools came out to show off their mad scientist skills for the annual JPS Science Fair and STEAM Expo.
Super Science Saturday draws over 900 families to MoWest for hands-on learning experiences
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Curiosity was on full display this weekend as Super Science Saturday returned to MoWest's campus, drawing over 900 families for a day of interactive discovery
From the Sports Desk: And the medals go to…
At the Milan Cortina Olympics, the first medals were awarded, Italian speedskater Francesca Lollobrigida stole the show, and everyone awaited Lindsey Vonn's medal run.
Photos: The Magical Krewe of Mad Hatters parades in Metairie
The Magical Krewe of Mad Hatters was founded in 2019.
Two Columbia businesses honored for creating inclusive workplaces for people with disabilities
The two Columbia businesses were honored by Boone County Family Services for creating inclusive workplaces for people with disabilities.
ENTERTAINMENT: Ailey II troupe set; actor hosts ‘Hamilton’ viewing
Contemporary dance company Ailey II, the second company to Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, performs at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Hendrix Arts Center.
Mecklenburg County health officials issue measles exposure for Lidl, Vista Auction
The notice is linked to a measles case from another jurisdiction rather than a local case, health officials said.
Trump praises Nexstar-Tegna broadcast television deal he once opposed
President Donald Trump on Saturday endorsed Nexstar Media Group’s $6.2 billion purchase of broadcast rival Tegna, an apparent reversal from earlier criticism of the deal. In November, Trump had criticized
Photos: The Knights of Nemesis parade rolls in Chalmette
The krewes mission: A social club with the intent to promote business and fellowship within St. Bernard Parish.
Dear Abby
Dear Abby: My wife of 10 years has asked for a separation. She is set on divorce. She feels that, during the last four years since we had kids (2
FULL SPECIAL: Celebrating Girls and Women in Sports
Welcome to our 2026 Women in Sports special. For the past several years, we’ve had the privilege of celebrating International Girls and Women in Sports Day with a show dedicated
Should You Drink Hot Water to Improve Digestion? GI Doctors Weigh in
Does drinking hot water really have health benefits?
Trump admin uncovers 'staggering' $8.6 billion in suspected California small business fraud
California pandemic loan fraud totals $8.6 billion as Small Business Administration suspends over 111,000 borrowers. Kelly Loeffler criticized Biden administration.
Science news this week: Anomalies inside Earth, leak on Artemis II, and how psychedelics may help treat PTSD
Feb. 7, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.