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HHS will overhaul childhood vaccine schedule to recommend fewer shots
The US Department of Health and Human Services will recommend fewer vaccines for most American children, health officials said Monday.
Trump, RFK dramatically overhaul child vaccine schedule
The move is a public health gamble that assumes children's health won't be endangered by cutting the shots they get.
Kennedy Scales Back the Number of Vaccines Recommended for Children
Federal health officials now recommend that children be routinely inoculated against 11 diseases, not 17, citing standards in other wealthy nations.
Introducing LEGO SMART Play: The Most Exciting Evolution in Screenless Play Ever
LEGO SMART Play is here, but what is it? LEGO SMART Play is a new innovation in LEGO builds, bringing light, sound, and immersion to sets.
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.
US capture of Maduro divides Latin America, thrilling Trump's allies and threatening his foes
Through a combination of tariffs, sanctions and military force, he has pressured Latin American leaders to advance his administration's goals of combating drug trafficking, halting immigration, securing strategic natural resources and countering the influence of Russia and China.
Rain doesn't deter customers from visiting Santa Cruz Mountain businesses
Despite heavy rain in the Santa Cruz Mountains, local businesses in Felton, such as Emerald Mallard and Humble Sea Tavern, continue to see steady customer traffic, thanks to strong community support.
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 The Moonfish, The World's Only Warm-Blooded Fish That’s 5°C Hotter Than Its Environment
"This is a cool innovation by these animals that gives them a competitive edge."
The AUX Wellness Collective seeks to increase visibility and business in the new year
Since opening in May, The AUX, a Black-owned wellness collective dedicated to racial equity has faced challenges of visibility and awareness from the
Maduro capture is about justice, not politics: GOP lawmaker
Congressman Darrell Issa, R-Calif., discusses transition period for Venezuela following the capture of Nicolas Maduro on 'Varney & Co.'
ECU Health Medical Center recognized as Gold Level Center of Excellence in Life Support by ELSO
Award reflects continued advancement in critical care
NI politics: DUP councillor Gareth Wilson co-opted into vacant assembly seat
Gareth Wilson has replaced William Irwin who announced in December that he was stepping down from Stormont after 20 years in elected politics.
Penguins and FNB Announce Winners of 'FNB Small Business Development Camp'
The Pittsburgh Penguins and First National Bank, the largest subsidiary of F.N.B. Corporation, have selected Street Fries as the winning Pittsburgh-based small businesses of the 2025 FNB Small Business Development Camp. At the end of the six-week development camp, each of the five participating businesses presented a pitch to an
Philosophy to the Rescue of Science
The pessimistic meta-induction—the argument that since past scientific theories have been shown to be false, we should expect that today’s will turn out false, too—makes the New York Times. . Elay Shech, professor of philosophy at Auburn University, takes up the topic in the context of current political disputes about science and our government’s seemingly increasing disregard of expertise: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the secretary of health and human services, made a version of this argument in August when defending his decision to halt hundreds of millions of dollars in mRNA vaccine development despite the objections of vaccine scientists. He said that “science is always evolving” and the experts could not always be trusted. Shech accepts that “many widely accepted [scientific] theories have been discarded” but that the question, “why should we trust the ones we have now?” is misleading. Why? It implies that the only possible attitudes toward science are naïve faith and wholesale pessimism. It assumes that science is a single global entity that rises or falls all at once, when in reality, science is an array of local domains of inquiry, each with its own standards of evidence and degrees of reliability. In place of skepticism, Shech recommends “disciplined trust.” The first step in the direction of disciplined trust is recognizing that “there is no single scientific method used in all of science.” Shech writes: Newton’s deduction from observed phenomena is very different from Darwin’s inference to the best explanation, which in turn differs radically from Einstein’s thought experiments with light beams, trains and elevators. What people call “the scientific method” is really many distinct ways of investigating the world—different strategies for representing, experimenting and classifying. Since different areas of science employ different methods and rely on different kinds of evidence, to make a case for skepticism “you need to look at the evidence and methods in a specific area of inquiry.” And that case will not be “a sweeping claim about all of science” but rather about that particular area of inquiry with, for example, what might turn out to be “well-understood methodological problems.” Shech’s piece is “Science Keeps Changing, So Why Should We Trust It?” (NYT gift link). Discussion welcome (readers are advised to keep in..
Jacksonville Jaguars updated chances of winning AFC and Super Bowl
Here is an updated look at the Jaguars chances of winning the AFC and the Super Bowl, according to one playoff simulator.
The Alexa Plus website is now available to everyone in early access
The Alexa Plus website is now available to everyone who wants to chat with Amazon’s new AI assistant.
Amazon revamps Fire TV, launches its own 'Artline' televisions with frames at CES
Fire TV's new interface focuses on your content and offers easier, speedier navigation, Amazon says.
Accesso Buys 76 Acres to Build Orlando Entertainment District
Accesso purchased over 76 acres of land located at the northeast intersection of Interstate 4 and U.S. 192 in Osceola County, within the Orlando MSA, to develop Ovation Orlando, a $1 billion master-planned mixed use entertainment district slated to break ground in Q1 2026. The site was acquired for over $70 million. It’s located about ...
Value of Things: By the Numbers
What was the great, good, and bad from the Texans 38-30 victory?
Universal Music Takes 30% Stake in India’s Excel Entertainment at $257M Valuation
Universal Music Group has taken a 30% stake in Indian film and digital content studio Excel Entertainment at a $257 million valuation.
Twelve South’s Valet is a handsome place to put your stuff
Nice-looking chargers is a nice trend.
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.
One of N.J.’s last independent hospitals to join major health chain, 3 years after failed merger with rival
The agreement still needs to go through state and regulatory approvals.
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company Completes Transition to Private Ownership
/PRNewswire/ -- Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company, the only resort, entertainment, and media company centered around the power of professional...
Washington ranks last for business survival
A new study shows Washington has the nation’s lowest business survival rate over a five‑year period.
These wireless headphones roll up to become a Bluetooth speaker
Keep your music private, or share it with friends.
Another Democrat — this one the son of Somali immigrants — is running for Utah’s new left-leaning congressional seat
Liban Mohamed joined a crowded field of candidates vying for a Democratic-leaning district in Utah's new congressional maps. Mohamed, who is the son of Somali immigrants, is young, Black and Muslim, and says he can bring new voices to the political process.
L3Harris sells 60% stake in space propulsion business for $845 million
L3Harris Technologies said on Monday it will sell an about 60% stake in its space propulsion and power systems business to private equity firm AE Industrial Partners for $845 million, including debt.
UI business professor: Motivational posters may be doing just the opposite
A University of Iowa College of Business professor says motivational posters with inspirational messages that adorn many of our workplace walls often do little to motivate or inspire employees. Ken Brown, a UI professor of management and entrepreneurship, says for a poster like that to have real impact, it has to be bundled with what […]
Scientists uncover a hidden switch that helps cancer cells thrive
A protein once thought to simply help cancer cells avoid death turns out to do much more. MCL1 actively drives cancer metabolism by controlling the powerful mTOR growth pathway, tying survival and energy use together. This insight explains why MCL1-targeting drugs can be effective—but also why they sometimes damage the heart. Researchers have now identified a way to reduce that risk, potentially unlocking safer cancer therapies.
UI wins $1.5 million to accelerate materials science research
The University of Iowa has been awarded $1.5 million to advance materials science research by leveraging various materials’ features for quantum technologies. The award also will position the university’s MATFab facility as a regional innovator.
‘To advance science, I think it’s important to blur the boundaries between the disciplines’
Stanford chemical biologist Carolyn Bertozzi studies sugars on the surface of cells to better understand their involvement in diseases, including cancer. This work aims to add to our fundamental knowledge of biology while also informing new medical treatments.
Leveraging magnons to advance quantum information science
Yi Li, Argonne physicist and 2025 Physical Sciences and Engineering Early Investigator Named Award recipient, seeks to harness magnetic excitations — or magnons — for applications in quantum and beyond.
Six Trends Reshaping Women’s Health Investing
Six trends are reshaping women’s health investing—from new funds and capital vehicles to rising demand and platform constraints shaping which innovations scale.
Digital Entertainment Market
By 2035, the Digital Entertainment Market is expected to reach a valuation of USD 1,080.5 billion, expanding at a healthy CAGR of 8.4%.
Evangeline Lilly says she has brain damage after hitting her head on rock
Evangeline Lilly says she has brain damage, months after fainting and hitting her head on a rock while at the beach.
One person in custody after incident at Vance’s Ohio residence, source says
One person is in custody and an investigation is under way following an incident at the Ohio residence of Vice President JD Vance, according to a federal law enforcement source.
Florida ponders penalties for schools that bar political clubs
A roundup of Florida education news from around the state
Universal Music acquires 30% stake in India’s Excel Entertainment, valuing Bollywood production house at $267m
As part of the deal, UMG will roll out a dedicated Excel music label with global distribution capabilities.
Aberdeen links 'don't turn' Robinson's head
Stephen Robinson says it's "nice" to be linked with the vacant Aberdeen job, but insists his sole focus is on St Mirren's Scottish Premiership trip to Livingston on Tuesday.
4Wall Entertainment Promotes Brad Hafer & Elliot Krowe To Executive Vice President Roles
4Wall Entertainment, a leading provider of entertainment equipment rentals, sales, and production, is excited to announce the promotions of Brad Hafer to Executive Vice President of Production and | These leadership advancements reflect 4Wall's focus on delivering exceptional client service and support across all aspects of the entertainment industry.
Employers, workers look to value-based care, other plans to keep 2026 costs down
Enrollment in alternative health plan designs doubled from 2025 to 2026, with most salary ranges seeking ways to control skyrocketing costs.
Total War: Strategy series pits accuracy against authenticity
Ahead of Medieval III, the makers of the strategy series say it's about balancing accuracy with fun.
The biggest health storylines to watch in 2026
Rising health care costs, Medicaid changes, vaccines and more.
In the U.S., hunger is often hidden. But it can still leave scars on body and mind
In the U.S., hunger is often hidden away. It looks nothing like the stereotype of a famine happening overseas. But the physical impacts on health and the psychological scars can last a lifetime.
Congress returns to Venezuela clash, a shutdown deadline and a health care fight
The New Year brings a new list of legislative issues to address, including a funding deadline, a fight over Obamacare, a war powers debate, a stock trading ban and rules for AI and privacy.
Longevity because a business worth billions for Silicon Valley
In the longevity industry, the goal isn't just measuring your body. It's reprogramming it to age more slowly
Public health data should be as available as the weather forecast
“Public health data should be just as available and intuitive as a weather app,” Deborah Birx writes.
Universal Music Acquires 30 Percent Stake in India’s Excel Entertainment
As part of the deal, which values Excel at $290 million, Universal Music Group will receive global rights to all future original soundtracks attached to projects produced by the fast-growing Indian company.
Trump's health issue is growing. Maybe it's JD Vance time.
Nothing snuffs out questions about a near-octogenarian president’s health quite like that president repeatedly bragging about passing a dementia test.
2026 sports calendar: A month-by-month guide to the biggest events of the year
The Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 takes centre stage in February, followed by other major events including the FIFA World Cup and Commonwealth Games
Revisiting the question of debating science deniers
Wealthy tech bro turned antivax crank Steve Kirsch attacked Paul Offit for refusing to debate antivaxxers, while Dr. Mike was "surrounded" by MAHA stans. These recent events led me to revisit the question: Is it ever a good strategy to publicly debate cranks?
Premier League LIVE reaction: Man City draw; advantage Arsenal
All the latest reaction in the Premier League title race as Manchester City's draw with Chelsea gives Arsenal a six point advantage.
New Omaha mental health center offers 24/7 support for children
Pediatric Psychiatrist says no child is beyond help: 'We are here for everyone'
BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Peachy Balloon Decor in Pittsfield
The company designs balloon displays and other elements for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, showers, and other private parties, as well as corporate conferences and public events.
Man arrested for breaking into Novant Health medical facility, stealing items
Theodore James allegedly stole items including keys, medical scrubs and decorations from employees’ desks, according to arrest records.
Universal Music Takes 30% Stake in India’s Excel Entertainment With $267 Million Deal
UMG's Indian division acquires significant minority stake in Bollywood studio Excel Entertainment for $267 million, gaining global soundtrack rights.
Thieves steal hundreds of sports and Pokémon cards from Simi Valley shop
A Simi Valley card shop was burglarized early Sunday morning costing the business thousands in damages and depleting its inventory. Officers responded to the card shop around 3:38 a.m at a shopping center on Erringer Road, according to Simi Valley police. The owner of Simi Sportscards says that burglars stole sports and Pokémon cards from the glass cases, resulting in…
❝After a year of disruption, global health needs leaders with backbone
Funding shocks, political U-turns and weakened institutions have laid bare the flaws in a global health architecture long overdue for reform – and the need for courageous leadership to stop it from unravelling, writes Priti Patnaik, global health journalist and founder of the Geneva Health Files.
❝After a year of disruption, global health needs leaders with backbone
Funding shocks, political U-turns and weakened institutions have laid bare the flaws in a global health architecture long overdue for reform – and the need for courageous leadership to stop it from unravelling, writes Priti Patnaik, global health journalist and founder of the Geneva Health Files.
LG TVs at CES 2026: A stunning Wallpaper set, glorious Micro RGB colors and a better Gallery TV
LG is pushing ahead with a variety of new TV concepts: A super-thin Wallpaper set, Micro RGB evolving Mini LED technology and a better competitor to Samsung's Frame TV.
Exclusive: Samsung to double mobile devices powered by Google's Gemini to 800 mln units this year
Samsung Electronics plans to double this year the number of its mobile devices with AI features powered by Google's Gemini, its co-CEO said, which would give the U.S. firm an edge over rivals as the global race in artificial intelligence hots up.
Sound Smart: 8 Observations from NFL Week 18
Examining the NFL postseason field, Black Monday, Super Bowl favorites and the MVP race in Sound Smart from Week 18.
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.
Farnam Winter Pop-Up showcases local businesses in Midtown Crossing
Fifteen Omaha-area small businesses come together for a seasonal shopping experience at 33rd and Farnam
Buffalo Bills at Jacksonville Jaguars playoff odds, spread, betting info
The Buffalo Bills will head back to Duval Country for a playoff rematch with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
China's services growth hits 6-month low in December, shows private PMI
China's services activity expanded at its slowest pace in six months in December, as growth in new business softened and foreign demand declined, a private-sector survey showed on Monday.
Lockin's everlasting vein-recognizing smart lock doorbell cam combo is peak CES
The Lockin V7 Max smart lock is also a doorbell cam that charges wirelessly via an infrared emitter.
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' crosses $1B
"Fire and Ash" is doing its biggest business overseas
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' crosses $1B
"Fire and Ash" is doing its biggest business overseas
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' crosses $1B
"Fire and Ash" is doing its biggest business overseas
Entertainment Calendar
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Ambitious entertainment destination in Peoria abandoned
A high-end entertainment destination that was planning to bring an elevated experience to the P83 Entertainment District in Peoria has been abandoned, the owners recently announced in a news release.
Delta Air Lines Named Official Airline Partner of Sphere
Delta Air Lines Will Entitle Sphere’s First Branded Hospitality Space – The Delta SKY360° Club At Sphere Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR ) today announced Delta Air Lines as the Official Airline of Sphere. As part of a multi-faceted partnership, the Delta SKY360° Club also becomes the first branded hospitality space in the immersive entertainment venue. “Delta and Sphere share a commitment to innovation, technology and connecting people through world-class experiences,” said Marcus Ellington, Executive Vice President, Ad Sales and Sponsorships, Sphere. “We are proud to welcome Delta as our partner on two firsts for Sphere – our first official airline and first branded hospitality space – and we look forward to building on this collaboration, offering guests an elevated experience, and showcasing the best of each of our brands.” “At Delta, our mission is to make every journey matter, and that extends beyond the flight,” said Alicia Tillman, Chief Marketing Officer at Delta Air
Celebrate store anniversaries in 2026 with an Aeldari Autarch and a Vampire Lord
Here are this year’s anniversary miniatures.
This CRISPR breakthrough turns genes on without cutting DNA
A new CRISPR breakthrough shows scientists can turn genes back on without cutting DNA, by removing chemical tags that act like molecular anchors. The work confirms these tags actively silence genes, settling a long-running scientific debate. This gentler form of gene editing could offer a safer way to treat Sickle Cell disease by reactivating a fetal blood gene. Researchers say it opens the door to powerful therapies with fewer unintended side effects.
This asteroid is spilling secrets about the origin of life on Earth
Grab-and-go missions to asteroids have provided some of the most scientifically valuable samples since the Apollo missions—and they’re shaking up the search for life beyond Earth.
Earth has been feeding the moon for billions of years
Tiny bits of Earth’s atmosphere have been drifting to the moon for billions of years, guided by Earth’s magnetic field. Rather than blocking particles, the magnetic field can funnel them along invisible lines that sometimes stretch all the way to the moon. This explains mysterious gases found in Apollo samples and suggests lunar soil may hold a long-term archive of Earth’s history. It could also become a valuable resource for future lunar explorers.
FSU Receives $65M Gift for College of Business
Florida State University has received a $65 million gift to elevate the College of Business and establish several related endowed funds.
The politics of asylum: How local exposure reshaped UK voting
The UK has seen a sharp rise in asylum applications since the Covid-19 pandemic. This column examines how exposure to asylum seekers affects voter behaviour. The authors find that increases in dispersed asylum seekers – who are provided with accommodation but cannot choose their destination – lead to a sizeable rightward shift in local election outcomes. While migration has become more salient for both of the UK’s main political parties, only Conservative MPs appear to effectively channel local discontent, helping explain why these rightward electoral shifts occur despite little observable change in public attitudes.
Oil prices slip on ample supply despite political turmoil in Venezuela
Oil prices slipped in early Asian trade on Monday on ample supply despite concerns about political upheaval in OPEC member Venezuela disrupting shipments.
Tricorder Tech For Everyone: NASA's STELLA Open Science Instrument
Keith’s note: NASA has just authored a paper on a new way for people with a wide variety of interests to use – and build – sensor technology that is a preview of the devices we will use to explore other planets. How will we develop these instruments – sensors, tricorders, scanners, smartphones – call them what you will is now underway at NASA. There is a vibrant citizen science […]
13 stats to explain Cavs 114-110 loss vs. Pistons
Cleveland’s poor second quarter did them in again.
Tricorder Tech For Everyone: NASA's STELLA Open Science Instrument
NASA has just authored apaper on a new way for people with a wide variety of interests to use - and build - sensor technology that is a preview of the devices we will use to explore other planets.
Assessing Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) Valuation After Recent Share Price Rebound
Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) has quietly climbed about 5% over the past month, even as its past 3 months performance is still down double digits, a setup that has value focused investors taking a closer look. See our latest analysis for Flutter Entertainment. That recent 4.7% 30 day share price return, at a latest share price of $218.27, comes after a tough stretch where the 1 year total shareholder return is still almost 15% lower. Sentiment looks like it is stabilizing rather than...
Govee's New Smart Ceiling Light Gives You AI Art to Look Up To
The Govee Ceiling Light Ultra sounds like a needlessly extravagant smart home light, but that's pretty on-brand for Govee.
'Today' cohost Sheinelle Jones grieves new family loss just months after husband's death
'Today' cohost Sheinelle Jones shared that her grandmother died on New Year’s Eve at 96. The sad news comes just seven months after the death of the journalist's husband, Uche Ojeh, after a cancer battle.
Search underway for monkey who damaged Morristown business, police say
Morristown police said the monkey caused damage to the business and musical instruments.
What is Delta Force? An elite special operations unit
The US's highly elite but secretive Delta Force captures and eliminates high-value targets. They reportedly helped capture Venezuela's Maduro.
Flu cases surging in northern Virginia, health officials say
Get the flu shot, wash your hands and stay home if you’re sick — that’s the message coming from Virginia’s Health Department as data shows flu cases soaring in northern Virginia.
Showbiz Leaders Take AI Deep Dive at Variety Entertainment Summit at CES 2026
Showbiz Leaders Take AI Deep Dive at Variety Entertainment Summit at CES 2026
At CES, Belkin launches a new charging case for the Switch 2 with a screen for checking battery life
The Belkin Charging Case Pro for Nintendo Switch 2 is a snazzy charging case with high-end features. It costs $100 and is available right now.
Plaud's latest AI wearable has a button for flagging key moments
The $179 AI wearable is available today.
Top science stories of 2025
Knowable Magazine reports 2025 faced turmoil in U.S. science amid job cuts and budget slashes, yet saw advances in gene therapy, quantum computing, and renewable energy.
CAA Women’s Basketball Recap
RICHMOND, Va. (January 4, 2025) – Twenty point performances all around and an overtime thriller made up a very exciting day of women’s CAA hoops.
Berlin power outage blamed on political extremists
A fire that left over 45,000 households and 2,200 businesses in southwest Berlin without electricity was a politically motivated attack by left-wing extremists, city officials have said
Top 25 And 1: Vanderbilt remains undefeated, but SEC play ramps up this week
The Commodores are No. 12 in Sunday's updated CBS Sports Top 25 And 1