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Will Democrats win the House in 2026? Analysis shows a strong chance.
The Cook Political Report shifted 18 races in Democrats' direction.
How realistic is the Democratic plan to retake the Senate this year?
Schumer is growing bullish on his party’s odds in November — is it typical partisan optimism, or something more?
Did a Supreme Court Loss Embolden Trump on the Insurrection Act?
In refusing to let the president deploy National Guard troops in Illinois under an obscure law, the justices may have made him more apt to invoke greater powers.
From the Galápagos to the Deep Sea, Cal Academy Scientists Describe 72 New Species
Academy researchers identified 72 species new to science in 2025, including the newly recognized Galápagos lava heron, a shy deep-sea fish, and a rare sunflower relative found in a U.S. national park.
TBICoE Education Series: Performance Nutrition After TBI
This TBICoE virtual training examines the critical role of nutrition, supplementation, and gut health in optimizing recovery and performance following TBI. Participants will learn how specific diets and evidence-based supplements can help heal the brain, lower inflammation, and improve thinking and energy.
New bill aims to safeguard health care licensing in Delaware
A bill introduced in Delaware in early January aims to prevent nonhuman entities from receiving health care licenses. What this means
The inventor of the CMOS camera sensor just won the "Nobel Prize of Engineering"
The godfather of the active-pixel CMOS sensor, Eric R Fossum, PhD, has been awarded the 2026 Charles Stark Draper Prize for Engineering
DDA Sets Matt Andrée Wiltens as SVP of Entertainment & Strategy, Ryan Smith as Film & Series Director
DDA has hired Matt Andrée Wiltens as SVP of U.S. entertainment and strategy and Ryan Smith as director of U.S. film and series
These genes were thought to lead to blindness 100% of the time. They don't.
New research finds that retinal diseases thought to map one-to-one to genetic mutations are more complicated than that.
Our model of the universe is deeply flawed — unless space is actually a 'sticky fluid', new research hints
Our best models of the cosmos don't add up — but that could change if the universe is actually made of a viscous 'fluid,' a new paper suggests.
Is the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ a road trip-worthy, family EV? I drove it across the country to find out [Video]
I recently drove a 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ thousands of miles to Florida and back to conduct an in-depth review and test its capabilities.
Trump using Insurrection Act in Minneapolis would be a huge risk – even by his standards
President Donald Trump has been threatening to invoke the Insurrection Act for a very long time. Dating back to his first term, he has repeatedly floated the rarely invoked law, which gives a president extraordinary powers to dispatch the military to put down domestic unrest.
AI as a life coach: experts share what works, what doesn’t and what to look out for
It’s becoming more common for people to use AI chatbots for personal guidance – but this doesn’t come without risks
President Trump Unveils The Great Healthcare Plan to Lower Costs and Deliver Money Directly to the People
President Donald J. Trump’s Great Healthcare Plan is a broad healthcare initiative that will slash prescription drug prices, reduce insurance premiums,
ICE deputy director resigns to run for Congress in Ohio
Immigration and Customs Enforcement Deputy Director Madison Sheahan announced Thursday she is stepping away from her position to run for Congress in Ohio.
WATCH LIVE: White House news briefing may address Machado meeting, Insurrection Act threat
The Politics Of Planetary Color
Color once taught us to see and value our planet. It now records how we are altering it.
NBCUniversal strategically leans into sports as it prepares for 'Legendary February'
NBCUniversal's calling card used to be "Must See TV," but the modern media world has pushed the company in a new direction, led by live sports.
GM recalls more than 80K Chevy vehicles over serious pedestrian safety risk
Over 80,000 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles from model years 2025-2026 are being recalled due to defective pedestrian alert sound systems that may not meet federal safety requirements.
My 2026 Headphones Forecast Might Surprise You, but It's an Open Secret
CES 2026 was a little light on new headphones, but several open earbuds were announced, as companies bet that more people will transition away from noise-isolating buds to open designs.
Business Briefs: Jan. 16, 2026
National Grid hosts in-person customer assistance events WALTHAM — National Grid continues its commitment to supporting customers with a series of in-person customer assistance events this month. With colder temperatures, these events are designed to help residents manage seasonal energy bills and explore cost-saving programs. At every location, National Grid customer service specialists will be available […]
Trump threatens to use Insurrection Act to put down protests in Minneapolis
President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to invoke the rarely used federal law to deploy the U.S. military or federalize the National Guard for domestic law enforcement, over the objections of state governors.
US health officials reverse course and reinstate $1.9bn to mental health and substance use
Health department unexpectedly announced nearly $2bn in program cuts Tuesday before rolling back decision
Science is best communicated through identity and culture – how researchers are ensuring STEM serves their communities
Scientists have traditionally focused on educating the public on science or correcting misinformation. But researchers from marginalized communities often have broader goals in science communication.
One cure for sour feelings about politics − getting people to love their hometowns
Fostering a sense of pride in local communities increases citizen participation, including, at a bare minimum, voting in municipal elections.
How Altadena businesses are trying to recover from the Eaton Fire
A year after the deadly Eaton Fire, Altadena business owners aim to return while also dealing with rebuilding their homes.
Has Joe Rogan fully soured on Trump’s presidency?
With a huge audience and serving as an avatar for millions of centrist Americans, Rogan compares ICE raids to Gestapo
100% Bonus Depreciation Is Back—Here’s What Businesses Need To Know
The IRS has issued new guidance on bonus depreciation, which was made permanent under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Here’s what to know about what property qualifies and when you can benefit.
Bangladesh cricketers stage T20 league boycott
Bangladesh's players begin a boycott of all cricket after comments made by a national board director about T20 World Cup money, which have led to his removal.
Scientists watch microscopic plant 'mouths' breathing in real time with palm-sized tool
Scientists say their Stomata In-Sight tool can observe plants "breathe," which could be used to bioengineer crops that require less water, making them potentially more resilient to climate change.
NASA astronauts back on Earth after unprecedented medical emergency on ISS
The SpaceX Crew-11 Dragon spacecraft splashed down this morning as four astronauts completed an unprecedented medical evacuation of the International Space Station (ISS).
Scientists “resurrect” ancient cannabis enzymes with medical promise
Scientists have uncovered how cannabis evolved the ability to make its most famous compounds—THC, CBD, and CBC—by recreating ancient enzymes that existed millions of years ago. These early enzymes were multitaskers, capable of producing several cannabinoids at once, before evolution fine-tuned them into today’s highly specialized forms. By “resurrecting” these long-lost enzymes in the lab, researchers showed how cannabis chemistry became more precise over time—and discovered something unexpected: the ancient versions are often more robust and easier to work with.
Scientists found the soil secret that doubles forest regrowth
New research shows tropical forests can recover twice as fast after deforestation when their soils contain enough nitrogen. Scientists followed forest regrowth across Central America for decades and found that nitrogen plays a decisive role in how quickly trees return. Faster regrowth also means more carbon captured from the atmosphere. The study points to smarter reforestation strategies that work with nature rather than relying on fertilizers.
City Earns Family Friendly Business Award
The City was recognized as a Platinum Level leader for implementing family friendly policies in the workplace.
Science for Public Good: Introducing the Community Engagement Graduate Fellows
Four graduate students from the College of Sciences were recently selected for the new Community Engagement Graduate Fellowship, made possible through a gift from Google. This one-year research opportunity awards up to $5,000 for each fellow to develop a project with local partners that aims to build stronger communities.
Chuck Sullivan to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award Posthumously from College Sports Communicators
Chuck Sullivan, longtime assistant commissioner for communications of the American Conference, will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award posthumously from the College Sports Communicators, the CSC announced January 15.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT translator challenges Google Translate
ChatGPT Translate allows users to direct the style of translated text, such as ‘more fluent’ and ‘academic.’
iPhone 17e to Gain Dynamic Island But Display Still Stuck at 60Hz
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17e will feature a Dynamic Island instead of a notch at the top of the screen, but unlike the rest of the iPhone 17 lineup, the display itself will still refresh at 60Hz, according to a known Weibo leaker. Apple made major improvements to the iPhone 17's display last year, introducing ProMotion display technology with up to a 120Hz refresh rate, similar to recent iPhone Pro models.
A mother and daughter received the same cancer diagnosis. Here's what happened.
Matching multiple myeloma diagnosis shocked a mother and daughter. But they refuse to give up hope.
US sports say parity is essential for success. The Premier League proves that’s untrue
There are no salary caps, no aprons, and no luxury taxes, yet the world’s most-watched soccer league is only getting more balanced
FBI Search Journalist's Home, U.S. Greenland Talks, Mental Health Funding : Up First from NPR
The FBI searches the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of a leak investigation, raising concerns among press advocates about an escalation against press freedom.U.S. talks with Denmark and Greenland end without a deal on Greenland’s future, but a new working group forms as allies push back on President Trump’s security-driven claims.And after widespread confusion and backlash, the Trump administration reverses course and restores roughly $2 billion in funding for mental health and addiction programs nationwide.Want more analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today’s episode of Up First was edited by Emily Kopp, Rebekah Metzler, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Kaity Kline, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Neisha Heinis. And our technical director is Carleigh Strange.Our deputy Executive Producer is Kelley Dickens.
Trump to meet Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel peace laureate Maria Corina Machado later
Trump and his top advisers have previously hinted at their willingness to work with acting president Delcy Rodríguez
All major AI models risk encouraging dangerous science experiments
Researchers risk fire, explosion or poisoning by allowing AI to design experiments, warn scientists. Some 19 different AI models were tested on hundreds of questions to assess their ability to spot and avoid hazards and none recognised all issues – with some doing little better than random guessing
Business spending on OpenAI models jumps to a record, new data shows
OpenAI leads enterprise AI adoption among US businesses, outpacing Anthropic and Google. Ramp data shows rising paid usage in December 2025.
Chinese scientists unveil reliable lunar clock that accounts for Einstein's relativity
A new software package detailed by Chinese scientists promises to tell what time it is on the moon, accounting for effects of relativity.
More than 20 England council elections likely to be delayed until 2027
Third of councils affected by overhaul from two-tier to unitary authorities ask for postponement
Personnel note: Julia Canady King promoted to VP at BGR Group
She joined the firm last year as a Director for Washington and Florida.
Near-record share of Americans see big business as greatest threat to U.S.
The perceived threat of business tends to rise in recessions — although the U.S. is not currently in one.
UK economy grew by 0.3% in November despite uncertainty over Reeves’s budget
ONS says GDP expanded in news that is unlikely to deter Bank of England from making more interest rate cuts
Colorado Springs area entertainment events starting Jan. 15
THURSDAY Ricky Sweum — With Wayne Wilkinson, 5-8 p.m., Mining Exchange, 8 S. Nevada Ave.; waynewilkinson.com. Open Bar: Live Recording — With Billy D. Washington, Justin Rivera and Evan Joe, 7:30 p.m., Loonees Comedy Corner, 1305 N. Academy Blvd., $11-$64; looneescc.com. East Nash Grass, Pick & Howl — 8 p.m., Lulu’s Downtown, 32 S. Tejon St., […]
UK GDP report to show if economy returned to growth in November
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
The U-turns keep coming – but Starmer’s allies insist they’re his best hope of revival
Prime minister wants cabinet ministers to move on from policies that have tanked with voters
3SBio Sees More Business Development Deals
Tony He, CFO of the Chinese biopharmaceutical firm 3SBio, discusses his outlook for dealmaking and the progress of a record licensing deal the company struck with Pfizer last year. He speaks on “Bloomberg: The China Show” from San Francisco, where the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference is taking place. (Source: Bloomberg)
David Harbour reveals he recently started 'intense psychotherapy'
'Stranger Things' star David Harbour, who previously revealed he had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, offers an update: 'I have not had a manic flare-up since I started psychoanalysis.'
Unlocking the secrets of dreams and nightmares
Ian Sample puts listeners’ questions on dreams and nightmares to Dr Michelle Carr, director of the Dream Engineering Laboratory in Montreal’s Centre for Advanced Research in Sleep Medicine, and author of the new book Into the Dream Lab
Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 quietly rolls out a Recents menu downgrade
With the Android 16 QPR 3 Beta 2 update, users can no longer save images locally or open them directly in Lens from the Recents screen.
The Herald's weekly entertainment picks
Looking to be entertained from Thursday, Jan. 15, through Wednesday, Jan. 21? Check out the Skagit Valley Herald’s weekly recommendations.
Local independently owned pharmacy provides gender-affirming care after UW Health pause
FITCHBURG, Wis.- After UW Health, one of the state's largest hospitals, announced it's pausing its gender-affirming care citing "recent federal actions,” a local, independently owned pharmacy is stepping up to
Trump administration cuts nearly $2B in mental health services funding, impacting WA
Funding cuts will mean the abrupt end of programs for youth suicide prevention, addiction recovery services and peer support programs.
NFL Divisional Round Report: Bears Action Becoming 'Unprecedented'
All of a sudden, bettors can't get enough of Chicago — even against the favored Rams. Patrick Everson reports on that and more.
A month after launch, Bully Online mod "is shutting down forever" and being scrubbed from existence as dev assures "this was not something we wanted"
Bully Online's project lead previously dismissed concerns about legal trouble from Rockstar and Take-Two, but if this is what it looks like, he may have spoken too soon
Perceived Threat From Big Business Growing
A reduced majority of Americans view "big government" as most threatening to the future of the U.S., while a near record-high 37% say "big business" is.
Trump administration abruptly cancels grants for NH mental health providers and school districts
NAMI New Hampshire and the Concord and Manchester school districts received letters announcing the termination of grants through the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
Recovery grants available for East Side merchants who lost business after Brown shooting
Recovery grants will soon become available to help Providence East Side businesses impacted during the roughly five-day manhunt for the gunman responsible for killing two students and injuring nine others at Brown University in December.
Robot learns to lip sync by watching YouTube
Almost half of our attention during face-to-face conversation focuses on lip motion. Yet, robots still struggle to move their lips correctly. Even the most advanced humanoids make little more than muppet ...
SGMC Health Names Women's Health Patterson as Practice of the Quarter
SGMC Health recognized SGMC Women’s Health – Patterson as its latest Practice of the Quarter, celebrating the team’s exceptional patient feedback
Mary Steenburgen to headline Women United Luncheon
MILE HIGH UNITED WAY Denver News: Actress Mary Steenburgen, who received an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the 1980 film “Melvin and Howard,” will be the featured speaker at the 2026 Women United Luncheon. Table sales for the April 17 event are now open, with reservation information available by visiting unitedwaydenver.org “For 27 years, Mile High United […]
Will Final Cut Pro on Mac Get Every New Feature Without a Subscription? Here's What Apple Says
Apple has confirmed that it will continue to offer a one-time-purchase version of Final Cut Pro for Mac for $299.99, but will that version receive every new feature? Apple has confirmed that it will continue to offer a one-time-purchase version of Final Cut Pro for Mac for $299.99, but will that version receive every new feature?
Health Catalyst, Veeva Systems, 8x8, Amplitude, and DocuSign Stocks Trade Down, What You Need To Know
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after tech stocks pulled back as reports surfaced that Chinese customs authorities blocked Nvidia's H200 AI chips, effectively halting their entry despite recent U.S. export approvals.
Scientists say another hot year is a 'warning shot' of a shifting, dangerous climate
Scientists calculate that last year was one of the three hottest on record, along with 2024 and 2023.
Galaxy S26: Two Samsung flagships will charge faster, 2nm chip almost certain to come to Europe
A leaker has recently confirmed the latest rumors about an Exynos chip in the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+, which could make for an exciting change in 2026. While the Galaxy S26 Ultra will likely come with 60-watt fast charging, the Galaxy S26 is also set to benefit from faster charging.
UCR awarded $4 million for civic engagement science initiative
UCR's School of Public Policy has received a $4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to fund a four-year initiative aimed at improving civic engagement and public policy discourse with a focus on science-based policies.
‘People will die’: Trump administration cancels up to $1.9bn for substance use and mental health
Funding to end immediately for up to 2,800 grantees of US agency that serves thousands seeking help and in recovery
Scientists call another near-record hot year a 'warning shot' from a shifting climate
Scientists calculate that last year was one of the three hottest on record, along with 2024 and 2023. The trend indicates that warming could be speeding up, climate monitoring teams reported.
MIT professor joins Purdue, leads Data Science for Decision Making center
David Simchi-Levi, former MIT professor, recently joined Purdue through the Moveable Dream Hires program. Simchi-Levi will lead the Data Science for Decision Making center.
James Webb telescope saw black holes emerging from 'cocoons' near the dawn of time, new study hints
The gaseous cocoons surrounding "little red dots" hint at their true nature, a new James Webb telescope study hints.
Adult entertainment club in Fresno closes. A former employee has filed a lawsuit
Open since 1999, it operated initially as a topless bar and more recently as a fully-nude club.
Toby Kiers, World Champion of Mycorrhizal Fungus
This year’s recipient of the Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement talks about “punk science,” microbial economics and thinking like a mycorrhizal fungus.
Division I Cabinet adopts new transfer windows in several sports
The Division I Cabinet on Wednesday approved changes to the transfer windows in several sports, including men's and women's basketball, men's wrestling, men's ice hockey, and men's and women's track and field. The changes to the notification-of-transfer windows were recommended by the respective sport oversight committees.
WORLD BUSINESS CHICAGO WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS TO SUPPORT CHICAGO'S NEXT PHASE OF ECONOMIC GROWTH
World Business Chicago (WBC) today announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors, welcoming senior business leaders whose experience spans entrepreneurship, global finance, and professional services—sectors central to Chicago's economic strength and future growth. The new board members are:
Georgia Experts Applaud House Study Committee’s Public Health Report and Urge Sustained Legislative Action For a Safer, Healthier Georgia - Georgia Budget and Policy Institute
ATLANTA, GA — Georgia public health experts and advocates applaud the release of recommendations from the House Study Committee on Evaluating Funding for Public Health. Additional action is needed to ensure these recommendations are implemented and that elected leaders go further to explore innovative solutions that ensure all Georgians have a fair shot at good […]
White House Science & Tech Policy Director Testifies on U.S. AI Strategy
White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Kratsios testifies before a House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on the administration's artificial intelligence (AI) strategy.
String Theory Can Now Describe a Universe That Has Dark Energy
In an unprecedented step, researchers crafted a detailed model compatible with the universe’s accelerated expansion.
The high street: Britain’s next political battleground?
Mass closure of shops and influx of organised crime are fuelling voter anger, and offer an opening for Reform UK
Drug use disorders a growing public health concern in the Americas, PAHO study finds
Washington, D.C., 14 January 2026 (PAHO) – Drug use disorders are a major and growing public health problem in the Americas. Drug use is among the top 10 risk factors contributing to all-cause mortality and disability in the Region, according to findings published in the Pan American Journal of Public Health.In 2021, an estimated 17.7 million people in the Americas were living with a drug use disorder, resulting in nearly 78,000 deaths directly attributable to these disorders, representing a mortality rate four times higher than the global average.
Cortina mayor talks Winter Olympics challenges, costs, sliding track controversy and more
Gianluca Lorenzi has received death threats and grappled with economic controversies in the midst of Olympic planning.
How to watch 'Pole to Pole with Will Smith' — TV and streaming details as Oscar-winning actor blends adventure and scientific discovery
The actor joins seven expeditions "to discover the secrets of Earth's most extreme environments." Here's how to tune in
Samsung upgrades 2 budget Galaxy phones to January 2026 security patch
Samsung has upgraded two more Galaxy devices to the January 2026 security patch. These two devices are the Galaxy M53 and Galaxy A06 4G. The update improves system security and stability to provide a better Galaxy experience. The Galaxy A06 4G has received the January 2026 security patch based on One UI 8 in Thailand, […]
Social media time does not increase teenagers’ mental health problems
UK study comes as ministers consider Australia’s ban on social media use for under-16s
Driving Progress on the America First Global Health Strategy Through Bilateral Global Health MOU with Malawi - United States Department of State
Under the America First Global Health Strategy, the United States is advancing a new model of global health assistance—one that prioritizes the protection of the American people from infectious disease threats while empowering recipient countries to achieve self-reliance and accountability within their national healthcare systems. Today, the United States and the Government of Malawi signed a five-year, $936 million bilateral health cooperation Memorandum […]
Bernie Sanders Says 'Science-Fiction Fear Of AI Running The World Is Real' — Then Urges America To Slow 'Most Consequential Technology'
A science-fiction fear about artificial intelligence running the world is no longer theoretical, according to one U.S. senator. "The science-fiction fear of AI running the world is real," Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT.) recently told CNN, calling AI "the most consequential technology of our lifetime" and urging the U.S. to slow its development. Sanders Names Who Is Pushing AI Sanders said the AI boom is being steered by a small group of wealthy tech leaders, naming Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon
Fabio Paratici: Tottenham sporting director to leave club just three months after returning
Fabio Paratici to leave Tottenham and join Fiorentina at end of transfer window, three months after returning to north London club; Paratici saw out two-and-a-half-year ban before being named joint sporting director in October
Fabio Paratici: Tottenham sporting director to leave club just three months after returning
Fabio Paratici to leave Tottenham and join Fiorentina at end of transfer window, three months since returning to north London club; Paratici saw out two-and-a-half-year ban before being named joint sporting director in October
Warriors, Blazers set NBA record as 21 different players hit a 3-pointer
The mark eclipsed two previous games in which 20 players hit from long range as Golden State blew out Portland.
Julio Iglesias faces claims female staff were told to have sexual health tests, say reports
Spanish singer, 82, had already been accused of sexually assaulting two female former employees
How Attribution Science Can Help Inform Grid Resilience
Extreme weather events were behind all high-impact power outages in the central United States between 2014 and 2024.
Scientists finally uncover why statins cause muscle pain
A new discovery may explain why so many people abandon cholesterol-lowering statins because of muscle pain and weakness. Researchers found that certain statins can latch onto a key muscle protein and trigger a tiny but harmful calcium leak inside muscle cells. That leak may weaken muscles directly or activate processes that slowly break them down, offering a long-sought explanation for statin-related aches.