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iPhone Fold: 5 Things We Learned This Week About Apple's Foldable
It's been a big week for foldable iPhone rumors. In case you missed any of them, here are five developments that we've covered over the last few days. Apple is expected to launch the iPhone Fold this September. For everything else we know, be sure to check out our dedicated roundup.
Winter Sports Wind Down
From the slopes to the squash courts, Colby athletes enjoyed a winter of record-setting sports accomplishments.
Parallels Confirms MacBook Neo Can Run Windows in a Virtual Machine
Parallels Desktop virtualization software is compatible with the new MacBook Neo, according to an update from the company – but Windows VM performance will depend on your intended use case. From Parallels' updated knowledge base article: Parallels Desktop runs on MacBook Neo in basic usability testing. The Parallels Engineering team has completed initial testing and confirmed that Parallels Desktop installs and virtual machines operate stably on MacBook Neo.
James Blake: Trying Times review – platitudes about politics and Kanye can’t detract from an excellent album
Amid the stylistic shifts of Blake’s seventh record come samples of Dusty Springfield and Dizzee Rascal: gripping distractions from some preachy sentiments
82 million can't afford health care, but Hegseth gets lobster
More than 82 million Americans are having to skip meals, borrow money or cut back on utilities so they can afford health care.
America has health alarm fatigue. I know because I treat it
“We cannot let alarm fatigue silence the response to Kennedy’s and Trump’s destruction,” writes Robert Shpiner.
Mahjong might be the most fun way to boost your brain
It blends strategy, social time and mental agility.
Eleven business students named Spears Distinguished Seniors for 2025-26 academic year
Oklahoma State University’s Spears School of Business has named 11 students Spears Distinguished Seniors for the 2025-26 academic year.
Should the U.S. be in business of assassinating foreign leaders?
In the opening strike of their war on Iran, the US and Israel killed the Islamic Republic’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It is an exceedingly rare instance of democracies killing a foreign head of state.It’s not the first time the United States has been involved in the killing of a foreign leader, but it’s something U.S. leaders and the American public have long wrestled with. NPR’s Ryan Lucas reports. For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Mallory Yu and Erika Ryan, with audio engineering by Jay Czys.It was edited by John Ketchum and Anna Yukhanov. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
Iconic video business in Louisville to close after three decades
Louisville's Video Kitchen, a local staple for video services, is closing its doors after 34 years of business. Here's what to know.
Seth Bodnar thinks Montana could send an independent to the Senate. Hear why
Italy GM Ned Colletti gets emotional over 'sports miracle' in WBC
Ned Colletti was back in his downtown Houston hotel room late Tuesday night, his voice hoarse, his eyes reddened, his heart pounding, and 250 text messages on his phone.
PWHL to reach national U.S. TV audience with Scripps Sports to broadcast neutral site game in Detroit
The Professional Women’s Hockey League is coming to a TV set near you in the United States. The league announced its neutral-site game at Detroit on March 28 between the New York Sirens and Montreal Victoire will be the first accessible to a national U.S. television audience.
Apple Says 'Hello' With New Instagram Account
Apple is already on Instagram, where it primarily shares photos and videos for its Shot on iPhone campaign, but the company is expanding its horizons. Apple today launched another Instagram account called Hello Apple (@helloapple), where it will share company news, stories, product marketing, and more. The account will showcase how Apple products inspire creativity and help to make a difference in everyday lives, and it will highlight work from Apple's creator community.
MacBook Air With OLED Display is Still Years Away
Apple is planning to launch a MacBook Air with an OLED display, but it won't come for several years after the MacBook Pro is updated with OLED screen technology. We're not going to see an OLED MacBook Air until at least 2028, according to Bloomberg. Large, high-quality OLED displays are expensive, and it will take some time for the technology to come down in price enough that it can be used in Apple's midrange devices.
State College Student Wins 1st Place, and a $250K Prize, in National Math and Science Competition
A State College Area School District student won first place on Tuesday night in a national math and science competition for high school seniors billed as
Want to hack your body with peptides? If only the science agreed
Performance-enhancing peptides are increasingly popular among fitness enthusiasts and biohackers, despite limited human testing and potential health risks.
Are we still in a shutdown? Here's how DHS disruptions impact Americans
Here's why the U.S. Department of Homeland Security is shut down and what the partial closure means for Americans.
Young Africans score higher than Americans on 'mind health,' new study finds: Wealth ‘not an indicator’ of well-being
A new Sapien Labs study found that young people in Ghana and Nigeria are much more able to function than those in the U.S.
Things to do this weekend for St. Patrick's Day, 313 Day and more
Metro Detroit is celebrating 313 Day Friday, and St. Patrick's Day all weekend leading up to the Tuesday holiday.
Intel Launches "Arrow Lake Refresh": Core Ultra 5 250K Plus and Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, New Binary Optimization Tool
Intel today announced the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus and Core Ultra 7 270K Plus desktop processors in the Socket LGA1851 package. These chips are drop-in compatible with existing Intel 800-series chipset motherboards, with some boards needing UEFI firmware updates. Both chips are based on the current "A...
Intel announces Core Ultra 270K Plus and 250K Plus, its ‘fastest gaming desktop processors ever’
Intel says they finally beat its older chips.
Husted set to testify remotely in ex-FirstEnergy executives' corruption trial
Husted is likely to be asked to corroborate details of the many meetings, emails and texts referenced over the five weeks of the trial.
Tilly music video proves AI won't be putting actors out of work soon
A year ago, AI 'actress' Tilly Norwood outraged Hollywood. The music video 'she' just released proves that AI can't replace human actors.
Regeneron Science Talent Search 2026 Recognizes America’s Top Young Scientists, Awarding More Than $1.8 Million to High School Seniors for Innovative Research in Computational Mathematics, Neural Science, and Blood Cancer Treatment
$250,000 top award goes to Connor Hill in America’s longest running and most distinguished science and math competition Top $250,000 Regeneron Science Talent Search Winner Named Regeneron and Society for Science announced that Connor Hill, 17, of State College, Pennsylvania, won the top award of $250,000 in the 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS), a program of Society for Science. TARRYTOWN, N.Y. and WASHINGTON, March 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Societ
Tariff uncertainty continues to loom over local small business
HPR speaks with local small business owner David Pang to discuss the effects of President Trump's tariffs and the recent Supreme Court ruling.
Intel announces $299 Core Ultra 7 270K and $199 Core Ultra 5 250K CPUs
Intel Arrow Lake Refresh official, but there's no 290K Plus Today Intel is announcing its Core Ultra 200S Plus desktop series, adding four new unlocked
Connect for Health Colorado offers enrollment assistance
Connect for Health Colorado is accepting applications for enrollment and referral partners across the state.
Iran’s New Leader Has Something in Common with Our President
Maybe they can reach bilateral agreements on gilded ballrooms.
Studio Display XDR White Paper Reveals New Color System and Future Calibration Feature
Apple's newly published Studio Display XDR Technology Overview white paper reveals two notable display technologies: a forthcoming Full Calibration feature and a new color measurement model called Apple CMF 2026. According to the document, a future macOS update will introduce Full Calibration, a feature that allows users to recalibrate key display characteristics using professional measurement equipment.
With U.S. at war with Iran, political upheaval could hit World Cup
Conflict between the U.S. and Iran threatens to put politics at the center of the 2026 World Cup instead of soccer's most prestigious showcase.
How many women hold elected office in Wisconsin? Here are the stats
In 2025, women held 27% of elected offices, a new state report finds. Wisconsin has made strides in the judicial branch and state Legislature.
Get to know Aaron Parnas – the liberal social media star making waves
At 26, Aaron Parnas has built a 7.5‑million‑follower audience delivering news with his catchphrase, “We have some news right now.”
Former UFC champion expected more from White House fight card
With the official announcement of the fight card for the UFC White House event, fans and fighters have been weighing in with mixed reactions. The six-bout event takes place during the America Freedom 250 celebration on June 14 on the White House lawn. It features two world fights, but former UFC ...
Trump 'disappointed' by the selection of Mojtaba Khamenei in Iran
The U.S. sanctioned Mojtaba Khamenei for representing his father to advance his \
NBA cancels Hawks' plans to celebrate Magic City adult entertainment club
Atlanta announced the plan last month, saying the team would pay tribute to an “iconic cultural institution.”
Health care's exit backlog hits critical mass
Two scoops on deals show exits are still coming in fits and starts.
Marco Rubio is the most powerful Latino U.S. politician ever. Heaven help us all
Here's a reminder that no matter how high and mighty you get in Trump's White House, a Latino is still an exotic 'other.'
Pres. Trump hopes to fix college sports
Trump holds a “College Sports Roundtable”
MacBook Neo Wallpapers Now Available for All Macs in macOS Tahoe 26.4 Beta
The colorful new wallpapers that Apple introduced with the MacBook Neo are available for all Macs in the fourth beta of macOS Tahoe 26.4 that came out for developers today. Featuring bubble-style lines with colorful gradients, the wallpapers come in Mac Purple, Mac Blue, Mac Pink, and Mac Yellow. The design and the colors spell out the word "Mac".
Shell to offload Jiffy Lube, Premium Velocity to Monomoy Capital for $1.3 billion
Shell said on Monday it will sell its subsidiaries Jiffy Lube and Premium Velocity Auto to an affiliate of private equity firm Monomoy Capital Partners for $1.3 billion, as the oil major continues to shed non-core assets under CEO Wael Sawan's strategy to focus on higher-return businesses.
USA TODAY Sports Network 2026 All-SEC men's basketball awards, player of the year
Darius Acuff Jr. and the Florida Gators took home major honors in the USA TODAY Sports Network's All-SEC awards. Check out the full selections.
Apple Studio Display Gets First Pre-Order Discounts at Up to $300 Off
Amazon today has introduced the first big pre-order discounts on the brand new Apple Studio Display lineup, with up to $300 off these monitors. The Studio Display deals join pre-order discounts on M4 iPad Air, MacBook Neo, and more on Amazon and other retailers. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
INDYCAR Freedom 250 Course Unveiled: Seven Turns, View of Capitol
INDYCAR is heading to Washington D.C. for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix. Here are the details for the unique street course.
OpenLoop faces lawsuit after alleged health data breach
The Des Moines digital health enabler raised a $15M Series A in 2023.
Pre-midterms, GOP confronts cooling support from young men over Trump
Polling suggests a softening of support among young men over Trump's policies, threatening Republicans' hopes of retaining majorities in Congress.
Commercial Appeal wins APSE awards for Jason Munz's sports writing, Chris Day's photography
Sports writer Jason Munz and photographer Chris Day were honored for their work by the Associated Press Sports Editors in its annual contest.
Stadium lights pose health risk, campaigner warns
The chair of DarkSky UK says special lights growing turf at football grounds can harm human health.
How Taiwan Is Reclaiming Its Wine Identity—Through Climate-Adaptive Science and Terroir-Driven Fermentation
Rep. John McGuire introduces 'Riley Gaines Act' on transgender athletes in women’s sports
Congressman John McGuire has introduced legislation he said would protect female athletes if transgender athletes compete in women’s sports.
Wellness to take center stage at Binghamton Health Fair
Multidimensional health and well-being is the goal at Binghamton University, and the annual Health Fair brings the community together to showcase the many programs, services, and opportunities available to students to optimize their journey to a healthier
Palmer Luckey’s retro gaming startup ModRetro reportedly seeks funding at $1B valuation
The company launched its first product, a Game Boy-style handheld device called the Chromatic, in 2024.
Hope Always Foundation provides safe entertainment devices to kids in hospitals
MacBook Neo 2 Could Feature Touchscreen
Apple's second-generation MacBook Neo will launch in 2027 and could feature a touchscreen, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Apple this week announced the MacBook Neo, an all-new entry-level Apple laptop that starts at $599, with education pricing at $499. The MacBook Neo is designed to compete with lower-cost Windows laptops and Chromebooks, while expanding the Mac lineup with a substantially more affordable option.
Apple 'HomePad' to Offer Magnetic Snap-to-Wall Feature and More
Apple's upcoming "HomePad" will offer a magnetic snap-to-wall feature and more, according to the leaker and prototype collector known as "Kosutami". In a new post on X, Kosutami said that one of the HomePad prototypes features a MagSafe-like snap-to-wall capability, along with doorbell integration. It is said to be heavily reliant on Apple Intelligence. They apparently saw this prototype in person.
Apple Still Has More New Macs Planned for 2026
Apple is planning more Mac refreshes for the rest of the year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In the latest edition of his "Power On" newsletter, Gurman said that, following the introduction of the M5 MacBook Air, M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro, and MacBook Pro, Apple is preparing for further Mac refreshes to complete the 2026 lineup. These include an upgraded Mac Studio, which Gurman expects to arrive in the middle of 2026, followed by new iMac and Mac mini models.
Time ‘sprang forward’ this weekend but you didn’t prepare. What to do now
If you didn’t prepare for Daylight Saving Time, your sleep schedule may be off. CNN wellness expert Dr. Leana Wen offers advice on how to cope with the time change.
Big-name Democratic donors boost Gov. Shapiro's war chest ahead of 2026 re-election bid
For years, Josh Shapiro has risen through the ranks of Democratic politicians to become a potential candidate for the party’s 2028 presidential nominee. The...
Why Spanish businesses fear escalating clash with Trump
When it comes to economic warfare, Washington is spoiled for choice.
Porzingis, back from illness, says he 'will be healthy now'
Kristaps Porzingis, playing in just his second game for the Warriors after recovering from another bout of illness, says he feels he's feeling healthy and ready to play consistently again.
Desert Double at Phoenix: Lead Keeps Changing Down the Stretch; Palou Wrecks
The INDYCAR circuit hits Phoenix Raceway with the Good Ranchers 250 on Saturday. Here are live updates from the desert showdown!
Canadiens Preview: Dobes Expected To Start, Playoff Race
The Montreal Canadiens (33-18-10) are set to face the Los Angeles Kings (25-22-4), with the puck drop scheduled for 7 […]
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center welcomes Cooper Jackson to practice emergency medicine
Cooper Jackson, a certified physician assistant practicing emergency medicine, is thrilled to join Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center.
Evan Ferguson’s Roma career likely over after surgery decision
Evan Ferguson’s career at Roma is likely over, as the Republic of Ireland international is expected to miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season through injury according to reports in Italy.It has be...
America at 250: How Chicago's teams influenced sports across the nation
Chicago's sports scene has endured decades of heartache offset by pockets of championship glory, and some of the most pivotal figures in American sports history.
Shakopee business on impact of ICE surge: "This is worse than the pandemic"
Justice Department releases missing Epstein files related to Trump
It was another busy week in Washington. We discuss Kristi Noem getting fired from her position as Secretary of Homeland Security and the new release of missing Epstein files related to President Trump. Note: This episode contains descriptions of sexual assault. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, immigration policy correspondent Ximena Bustillo, political reporter Stephen Fowler and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and edited by Rachel Baye. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
iPhone 17e Benchmarks Reveal A19 Chip Performance With a Tiny Catch
The first benchmarks for the iPhone 17e surfaced in the Geekbench 6 database today, offering a closer look at the A19 chip's performance. For multi-core CPU performance, the highest score the iPhone 17e achieved so far is 9,241. As expected, this is nearly identical to the standard iPhone 17 model with the A19 chip, which has an average multi-core score of 9,249. There is one tiny catch, as the iPhone 17e has a 4-core GPU, whereas the iPhone 17 has a 5-core GPU.
Apple on MacBook Neo Design: 'We're Certainly Not Making Any Compromises'
While the MacBook Neo starts at just $599, or an even lower $499 for college students, Apple has insisted that it did not make any design compromises. "It's undeniably a MacBook, we're certainly not making any compromises on the design and that's really important," said Apple's vice president of industrial design Molly Anderson, in an interview with architecture and design publication Dezeen.
Closure of Manhattan shelter raises questions about access to homeless services
According to officials, about 250 men staying at the shelter will be relocated.
Our ‘Dollywood reporter' answers your questions ahead of 2026 season
Knox News asked readers for their questions about Dollywood, and now we’ve got answers. Here's what to know before you go this season.
Boston 25 News
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the Kraft Sports and Entertainment Group will help cover the town of Foxborough’s “security-related costs.”
Kraft Sports and Entertainment to cover gap in security costs for FIFA World Cup matches
Kraft Sports and Entertainment has committed to assisting cover the costs of security for the World Cup Games in Foxborough.
First MacBook Neo Benchmarks Are In: Here's How It Compares to the M1 MacBook Air
Benchmarks for the new MacBook Neo surfaced today, and unsurprisingly, CPU performance is almost identical to the iPhone 16 Pro. The MacBook Neo uses the same 6-core A18 Pro chip that was first introduced in the iPhone 16 Pro, but it has one fewer GPU core. The MacBook Neo earned a single-core score of 3461 and a multi-core score of 8668, along with a Metal score of 31286.
Maine hospitals, health advocates debate bill that would cap hospital prices
The proposed bill would cap hospital prices at 200% of Medicare rates.
Preserving Asheville’s Black business district: A Story of Resilience
Resilience has long been part of the Amazing American story: surviving hardship, rebuilding, and thriving again against the odds.
Why is the U.S. at war with Iran?
In less than a week, the Trump administration’s justifications for the war in Iran have already changed several times, as have the administration’s goals for what it wants to accomplish. We discuss both, plus what could come next.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national security correspondent Greg Myre, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and edited by Rachel Baye. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
We're dipping into our large cash pile to buy more of this health-care stock
The stock's drop this week isn't tied to fundamentals.
MacBook Neo Expected to 'Reshape' Laptop Market in Major Way
Apple's new MacBook Neo could help the company grow notebook shipments by nearly 8% this year, even as the broader laptop market faces a hefty downturn, according to a new report from TrendForce. The research firm estimates global notebook shipments will fall 9.2% year-over-year in 2026, with the potential for steeper declines if demand stays weak. Rising memory and CPU costs are said to have pushed most PC makers to pare back their product lines and play it safe with inventory.
About 250 years ago, the nation’s Founding Fathers took on one of the nation’s first invasive species
The invasive Hessian fly spurred suspicions of biological warfare, threatened the new nation’s economy and inspired the nation’s first citizen science projects.
Expanding Access to Small Business Financing
Forward Financing is redefining small business financing, helping owners unlock capital while supporting a more inclusive economy.
Republican Sen. Steve Daines drops reelection bid
Sen. Steve Daines, 63, said that he was "thankful" to serve alongside President Donald Trump.
Poetry and the Politics of Aspirational Conservatism
More than the squabbles of party politics, conservatives ought to be concerned with defending our civilization’s way of life and the ordered liberty that sustains it.
Apple Does Not Include a Charger With All New MacBooks in UK and EU
None of the new MacBook Neo, MacBook Air, or MacBook Pro models unveiled this week come with a charger in the UK and EU countries, such as Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. This change began with the base 14-inch MacBook Pro last year. If you need a power adapter, you must purchase one separately during checkout or later. In all other countries, Apple includes a charger in the box with these Macs, at no additional cost.
Runoffs, voting mishaps and Trump endorsements in TX and NC primaries
The results are in from the first primaries of the midterm election cycle, and Senate races are starting to take shape. We discuss key takeaways from primary contests in North Carolina and Texas.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 With Support for Studio Display and Studio Display XDR
Apple today released macOS Tahoe 26.3.1, a minor update to the macOS Tahoe operating system that came out last September. macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 comes three weeks after Apple launched macOS Tahoe 26.3. Mac users can download the new software by opening up the System Settings app and navigating to the Software Update section. According to Apple's release notes for the update, it adds support for the new Studio Display and Studio Display XDR. Apple has also released a firmware update for the new displays.
Al Green, Christian Menefee head to runoff in Texas House race
Two sitting Democratic congressmen are duking it out for a redrawn district covering much of the diverse Houston metropolitan area.
Preventive health advisory panel meeting postponed for third time
The panel, which makes recommendations for cancer screenings and other guidelines, last met in March of 2025.
Apple Opens Pre-Orders for MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pro, New Studio Displays and More
Apple is now accepting pre-orders for all of the new products that it announced this week. Everything can be ordered from the online Apple Store following the debut of the new low-cost MacBook earlier this morning, with deliveries starting on Wednesday, March 11. Here's a list of what you can order now, with pricing details included. MacBook Neo - The 13-inch MacBook Neo has an A18 Pro chip and it's priced starting at $599. It comes in Silver, Indigo, Blush, and Citrus.
L.A. cannabis businesses owe $400 million. The city may get only $30 million
Based on a projection that about half of eligible cannabis businesses would take part in the program, the city would collect about $30 million in back taxes while waiving about $25 million in penalties.
Aubrey Plaza co-stars in a new animated TV series about an unhappy cat
Aubrey Plaza co-wrote and co-stars in a new animated series about an unhappy cat seeking emancipation from humans. It's coming to Prime Video.
Here's When You Can Pre-Order the iPhone 17e, New Studio Displays and More in Every Time Zone
Apple is going to be accepting pre-orders for a slew of new devices starting tomorrow, with orders set to begin at 6:15 a.m. Pacific Time. To give users around the world an idea of when pre-orders will be accepted in their time zone, we've compiled a list of time zone conversions for several countries. Our list isn't exhaustive, so if you're planning to order one of Apple's new devices, make sure to verify the exact time for your location.
Business leaders Irby, Lawhorn, McKinley to speak at 2026 CEO Day
Business executives Steve Irby, Jimmy Lawhorn and Liz McKinley will speak to students on the Spears School of Business’ 2026 CEO Day at 3 p.m. April 7 in the Student Union Theater. OSU students of all colleges are encouraged to attend free of charge.
Apple's rumored MacBook Neo, a lower-cost, colorful laptop, could launch this week
This would mark the first time Apple competes with cheaper hardware like the Chromebook.
iPhone 16e vs. iPhone 17e Buyer's Guide: All Upgrades Compared
Apple's new low-cost iPhone comes a year after its predecessor, offering over a dozen small changes. Here's how the latest model compares. ...