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Figure skater Amber Glenn balances mental and physical health for Olympics
U.S. figure skater Amber Glenn says the integration of her mental and physical health has placed her in the “prime” of her career as she prepares for her first Olympic competition in Mi…
Winter Olympics 2026: Lindsey Vonn will compete despite torn ACL. Here’s how other athletes performed with injury
UK’s Mandelson to resign from House of Lords over Epstein ties
Police are looking into allegations Peter Mandelson may have passed sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein.
Oklahoma Supreme Court rejects petition for public vote on Rock Creek Entertainment District
The Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled Tuesday the gist of Oklahomans for Responsible Economic Development’s petition to turn the Rock Creek Entertainment District to a public vote is insufficient.
CEC ENTERTAINMENT NAMES SCOTT DRAKE PRESIDENT AND CEO
CEC Entertainment, LLC ("CEC"), the parent company of Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza, today announced the appointment of Scott Drake as President and CEO, succeeding David McKillips, effective February 13, 2026.
CEC ENTERTAINMENT NAMES SCOTT DRAKE PRESIDENT AND CEO
/PRNewswire/ -- CEC Entertainment, LLC ("CEC"), the parent company of Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza, today announced the appointment of Scott Drake as...
Donald Trump set to welcome Colombian president to White House for talks
US president to meet with Gustavo Petro weeks after threatening military action in the country
Bonham Middle School claims regional science bowl title
Bonham Middle School returned to the top at the Pantex Regional Middle School Science Bowl on Jan. 31, earning a trip to the national competition.
19 Winter Olympic storylines we're watching (they're not just about sports)
The Winter Olympics promise plenty of high adrenaline, fierce competition, historic firsts and emotional moments over 2 1/2 weeks. Here are some of the names and narratives to keep an eye on.
Autism: myth-busting and what scientists still don't know : Short Wave
Autism has a long history of misinformation that continues to today. The Trump administration has perpetuated some of this misinformation in the last year. Among other things, officials have claimed certain groups of people don’t get the condition and that taking Tylenol while pregnant causes autism to later develop in children. Today, NPR Science Correspondent Jon Hamilton sets the record straight with host Emily Kwong on what scientists do and don’t know about autism. If you liked this episode, check out our episodes on an Autism researcher’s take on Trump’s claims about Tylenol and a Fragile X treatment that may be on the horizon.Interested in more science in the news? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Damian Herring.
High school sports bills would allow middle schoolers to compete; regulate name, image and likeness
On Monday, members of the public shared their thoughts on two bills that would change high school sports rules in Nebraska. The Unicameral’s Education Committee heard testimony on LB742, which would allow seventh and eighth grade students to compete on high school sports teams.
State’s biggest business groups sound off on how to make Massachusetts more competitive
"Affordability” seems to be the big watchword among the state’s business groups, and the annual meeting of the Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association was no exception.
Maryland Companies Celebrate Global Collaborations, Industry Honors and Local Partnerships
The Maryland Marketing Partnership, which helps drive Maryland's branding and marketing efforts to attract businesses, create jobs, and grow the state's economy, today shared a summary of the latest news from companies and organizations that invest in the partnership. "Maryland's marketing partners are starting the year with major investments in our state's workforce and economy," said Harry Coker Jr., Secretary for the Maryland Department of Commerce. "From clean energy to biopharma to higher education to commercial real estate, these investments are helping us build a stronger and more competitive Maryland economy." BGE , Maryland's largest natural gas and electric utility, along with the Exelon Foundation , announced a $250,000 grant for Civic Works' Baltimore Shines solar initiative to support solar installations for 30 homes in Baltimore. According to Civic Works, homeowners will receive free rooftop solar installations, adding clean energy to the grid and generating more than
Normalizing surveillance under the banner of helping lost pets
Now, surveillance doesn’t arrive announcing itself as surveillance. It shows up wagging its tail, asking for help, and hoping you won’t notice that the cameras never stop looking.
SPORTS, ENTERTAINMENT AND OLYMPIC STARS HEADLINE 2026 ANNEXUS PRO-AM
If Wednesday at the WM Phoenix Open feels a little bigger, louder, and more electric than most Pro-Am days, there’s a reason. The 2026 Annexus Pro-Am brings together an all-star mix of professional athletes, entertainers, musicians and Olympians for one of the most anticipated days of tournament week, turning TPC Scottsdale’s Stadium Course into a showcase of star power and personality before competition officially ramps up.
SPORTS, ENTERTAINMENT AND OLYMPIC STARS HEADLINE 2026 ANNEXUS PRO-AM
If Wednesday at the WM Phoenix Open feels a little bigger, louder, and more electric than most Pro-Am days, there’s a reason. The 2026 Annexus Pro-Am brings together an all-star mix of professional athletes, entertainers, musicians and Olympians for one of the most anticipated days of tournament week, turning TPC Scottsdale’s Stadium Course into a showcase of star power and personality before competition officially ramps up.
Skijoring: The wild blend of horses and skis that was the Winter Olympics’ first ever demonstration sport
On Friday, a highly-anticipated winter sporting competition with a rich history will get underway – and it’s not just the Winter Olympics in Italy.
Men's college basketball rankings after Week 13: Updated Coaches Poll, AP Top 25
Here's an updated look at the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll and AP Top 25 after Week 13 of the men's college basketball season:
Building Systems That Survive Real Life
Sara Nobrega on the transition from data science to AI engineering, using LLMs as a bridge to DevOps, and the one engineering skill junior data scientists need to stay competitive.
Can Peter Mandelson be stripped of his peerage over Epstein links?
Keir Starmer wants the Labour peer removed from the House of Lords but such a move is exceptionally complex
How music's biggest stars protested Trump's immigration crackdown at the Grammys
Entertainment’s awards season has coincided with the Trump administration’s mass deportation campaign in Minneapolis, forcing artists to decide whether and how to join the growing cultural revolt against immigration crackdowns. Pushback from music’s biggest stars was visible Sunday from the Grammys red carpet and throughout the telecast. Activists spent the week pressing celebrities to don pins protesting the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement presence in cities, working with their teams to spread the message and
Mandelson, Epstein and what Labour knew when
Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey discuss Peter Mandelson’s resignation from the Labour party over yet more details about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein
Bob Iger Acknowledges Rivalry Between Entertainment & Parks To Drive Disney Profits, Says Both Have “Ability To Grow Nicely”
The CEO noted "a healthy competition ... in terms of which of those two businesses is going to essentially prevail as the number one driver of profitability."
Bob Iger, as He Readies Exit as Disney CEO, Says There’s ‘Healthy Competition’ Between Parks and Entertainment Divisions to Be No. 1 Profit Center
Disney CEO Bob Iger hasn't left the building yet, but said there's a 'healthy competition' now between its parks and entertainment divisions.
Columbia college features new pitch competition at 7th annual B.L.A.C.K Business Expo
Columbia College, Saturday, in partnership with the James and Anelle Whitt Entrepreneurial Development Foundation, held the seventh annual B.L.A.C.K or Business
Now anyone can tap Ring doorbells to search for lost dogs
Ring says Search Party helps find more than one missing pet a day.
Galaxy S27 Ultra Could Feature Samsung’s Polar ID, A More Advanced Version Of Face ID That’s As Fast As Current Solutions While Being 50% Smaller
A proper Face ID competitor is said to be developed by Samsung called Polar ID, and best on the latest information, it could debut with the Galaxy S27 Ultra
Too old to compete? This 87-year-old triathlete has tips for staying in the game
Despite issues with her heart, this octogenarian still competes in triathlons. She's proof that preventive medicine paired with smart lifestyle choices help seniors stay active longer.
'Not just an arcade': The Black-Barn opens in Gaylord
The Black-Barn offers activities like axe throwing, archery, laser tag, arcade games and much more.
How much do you know about this year's Super Bowl?
The New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will compete for the Super Bowl title on 8 February (23:30 GMT).
Sabrina Carpenter slammed by PETA for using live bird in Grammys performance
PETA has slammed Sabrina Carpenter's Grammys 2026 performance after the 'Manchild' singer used a live white dove at the end of her set: 'Childlike behavior.'
Grammys 2026 top red carpet looks: Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, Bad Bunny and more arrive in style
What the stars are wearing on music's biggest night.
UK’s ex-ambassador Mandelson quits Labour over Epstein links, reports say
Peter Mandelson says he is stepping down to avoid causing further embarrassment to the governing party.
Grammys Newcomer Gets Real Cheeky With Red Carpet Look
Addison Rae is a first-time nominee.
San Antonio Sports announces rosters for 2026 All-Star Basketball Game
More than 100 of the top high school senior basketball players in and around the Alamo City will suit up to compete on Sunday, April 12, at Northside Sports Gym.
STEM students gather on campus to participate in annual Science Olympiad
Middle and high schoolers from around the country traveled to Purdue’s campus for the invitational competition of the Science Olympiad. Students participated in events, practicals, and exams on various STEM-related topics to prepare for further competitions and expand their scientific expertise.
MLB ALL-STARS AND ENTERTAINMENT ICONS TO PLAY IN 2026 ANNEXUS PRO-AM
Tournament Chairman Jason Eisenberg announced today that Major League Baseball standouts Cal Raleigh, Alex Bregman and Mookie Betts, along with entertainers Colin Jost and Brian Baumgartner, have committed to compete in the 2026 WM Phoenix Open Annexus Pro-Am, set to take place Wednesday, Feb. 4, on the Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale.
President Trump endorses John E. Sununu in closely watched N.H. race for US Senate
John E. Sununu is competing with Scott Brown, a fellow former US senator, for the GOP nomination, while Chris Pappas leads in the Democratic primary to see who will succeed Jeanne Shaheen.
QB competition imminent says Florida football OC Buster Faulkner
Buster Faulkner opens Florida’s QB battle, vowing to build the offense around whoever wins the job this spring.
St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates Welcomes Dr. Olufemi Akinyede
St. Peter's Health Partners Medical Associates is pleased to welcome Olufemi Akinyede, MD, to St. Peter’s Family Medicine in Latham. An experienced family medicine physician, Dr. Akinyede, provides comprehensive primary care and family health services to individuals across all stages of life.
St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates Welcomes Candice Stahl
St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates is excited to welcome Candice Stahl, FNP-BC, to its newest practice, St. Peter’s Family Medicine in Latham.
New MacBook Pro release date: Here's when M5 Pro and M5 Max might debut
In a snippet of the Power On newsletter released today, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman provided an updated release timeline for the...
Watch EW and PEOPLE's 2026 Grammys red carpet live show
We'll be chatting with your favorite stars beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT on Sunday, Feb. 1.
As politics roil the nation, Oregon students compete to make sense of the U.S. Constitution and find solutions
Nearly 200 high schoolers participated in the civic championship at Multnomah County Courthouse with federal judges among those evaluating their constitutional knowledge.
‘They ruined that for me’: How sports gambling addiction and recovery affects men’s bonds with friends, family and fandom
CNN Sports reports on the way gambling addictions prey on fandom, the convenience of online sportsbooks, and masculine culture of competitiveness to corrupt the role of sports in their lives.
Youth Sports Training: Why Some Preteens Are Turning to Private Coaches
As youth sports become increasingly competitive, more preteen athletes are working with private coaches to level up.
Dog Show 101: What to know about the 150th Westminster show
It’s go time for thousands of America’s most dogged competitors. Big or small, sleek or shaggy, they’re all trying for the top prize at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
'SNL' takes on Minneapolis as Pete Davidson plays border czar
Pete Davidson is back on "SNL," returning in the latest cold open to play White House border czar Tom Homan.
Union, Marathon meeting as strike deadline looms for US refineries
Negotiators for the United Steelworkers union (USW) and Marathon Petroleum continued to meet on Saturday, just hours ahead of a deadline for possible strikes at multiple U.S. refineries and chemical plants, the union said.
CORRECTION Westminster Dog Show
Corrests dogs breed and name - A handler stands with his dog, Gerard, a Standard Poodle, after competing in the Masters Agility Championship Finals at the 150th Westminster Kennel Club
Nevada Science Bowl to crown new champions for national competition
The 2026 Nevada Science Bowl took place on Jan. 31 at the College of Southern Nevada, North Las Vegas campus, featuring 24 teams from 20 high schools.Students
CVS Health Faces Antitrust Scrutiny As Valuation Flags Undervaluation Risk
U.S. House Judiciary Committee alleges CVS Health restricted independent pharmacies from using competing digital pharmacy hubs. The investigation cites cease and desist letters and network rule changes as potential antitrust issues. CVS Health disputes the findings and says some policies have been revised. For investors watching CVS Health (NYSE:CVS), the focus is shifting to regulatory risk around how its pharmacy network operates. The company’s shares closed at $74.52, with a return of...
How gene loss and monogamy built termite mega societies
Termites did not evolve complex societies by adding new genetic features. Instead, scientists found that they became more social by shedding genes tied to competition and independence. A shift to monogamy removed the need for sperm competition, while food sharing shaped who became workers or future kings and queens. Together, these changes helped termites build colonies that can number in the millions.
It's Your Business has Dawn Peterson, Kendra Meza, Judy Corzine, more
News about the latest hires, retirements and more in the Topeka area.
Firing coaches will not fix Commanders in 2026
Firing coaches won't fix the Commanders in 2026. GM Adam Peters needs a huge offseason.
Starbucks feels the heat as more chains compete for US coffee drinkers
Starbucks revolutionized U.S. coffee culture.
Democrats Menefee and Edwards compete for a House seat that will narrow GOP's slim majority
Democrats Christian Menefee and Amanda Edwards are competing for a vacant U.S. House seat from Houston
How PFAS harm our health — and why they’re everywhere
What do non-stick pans, firefighting foam and many of our couches, carpets and cosmetics have in common? They’re all made with PFAS. The so-called forever chemicals helped spur innovation, but they’re also insidious to human health. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores these chemicals and how we can protect ourselves with investigative journalist Mariah Blake and scientist Laurel Schaider.
How PFAS harm our health — and why they're everywhere
What do non-stick pans, firefighting foam and many of our couches, carpets and cosmetics have in common? They’re all made with PFAS. The so-called forever chemicals helped spur innovation, but they’re also insidious to human health. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores these chemicals and how we can protect ourselves with investigative journalist Mariah Blake and scientist Laurel Schaider.
Shutdown nears as lawmakers brace for next round of ICE negotiations
Over the next two weeks, Democrats and Republicans will weigh competing demands on changes to Department of Homeland Security operations.
Florida healthcare advocates protest cuts to state's AIDS Drug Assistance Program
Outside the Department of Health in St. Pete and Orlando Friday, healthcare advocates and the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) protested the proposed cuts to Florida’s AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP).
Plain Talk: 'Our business climate in North Dakota is eroded'
On this Plain Talk, Ron Ness, president of the North Dakota Petroleum Council, talks about the tough economic environment for the state's oil and gas developers.
Congestion Ahead! Super Bowl Prop Wagers Driving Major Traffic at Books
Bettors are already whetting their appetites with Super Bowl prop wagers. Find out where they're putting their money well before kick off.
Unified sports programs bring together athletes for more than wins and losses
At Minnesota schools, special needs students and those in general education bond in the arena of competition
Google releases Project Genie AI tool for creating "playable worlds" that can feature copyrighted IP
But legal expert Pete Lewin from Wiggin argues that the companies behind this kind of tech can expect to face "greater scrutiny and pushback from IP owners"
Eagles' OC candidate is now on the Giants coaching radar
ESPN's Peter Schrager reports that the New York Giants will discuss their offensive coordinator vacancy with Colts OC Jim Bob Cooter
War Department Boards Merge to Form New Science, Technology and Innova
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth approved a major overhaul of the War Department's legacy advisory boards, directing the merger of the Defense Innovation Board and the Defense Science Board into the new
Comcast sheds more broadband customers as wireless competition mounts
Comcast lost more broadband customers than expected in the fourth quarter, as rivals lured away consumers with aggressive offers, piling pressure on the company's mainstay business.
Exclusive | Spring Health to Buy Alma in Merger of Mental-Health Startups
Venture-backed digital-health startups are using mergers and acquisitions to expand offerings as AI competition intensifies.
Commentary: Farewell to Peter Duesberg, a godfather of scientific disinformation
Peter Duesberg squandered his scientific reputation by advancing a debunked theory about AIDS, but his influence on anti-vaccine activists lives on.
Bank of America supporting weVENTURE Women’s Business Center
As a Neighborhood Builder, the Florida Tech-based weVENTURE Women’s Business Center is awarded a $50,000 grant over two years.
What to know about the Melania Trump documentary
As Melania Trump prepares to walk the red carpet at the newly rebranded Kennedy Center Thursday evening, she is proving that a peek behind the curtain of her life isn’t just a historical record, but a multi-million-dollar commodity.
Analysis: Trump 2.0 sees terrorism all over the place
The Trump administration is living in a state of perpetual terror, both foreign and domestic.
Inside Maryland’s High-Stakes Bid for Trump’s $50 Billion Rural Health Fund
The White House asked states to compete for a rare pot of new money dedicated to transforming health care across rural America.
Student sport finals to come to Coventry
The major university sporting competition will see thousands of student athletes visit Coventry.
Older adults’ driving habits offer window into brain health, cognitive decline
Research Highlights: A study of over 200 adults followed for five years found that greater white matter damage in the brain was linked to decreased driving, fewer trips, repetitive routes and having more driving errors, especially in those who later ...
ASNC says PET is now the preferred nuclear imaging test for CAD
Which imaging modality is better for evaluating heart patients, PET or SPECT? After years of discussions and debates, the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology is now ready to point to PET as the No. 1 choice. “There are no clinical scenarios or patient subgroups where cardiac PET with myocardial blood flow should be excluded," the group wrote.
Pulaski County Sports and Entertainment unveils new logo for Sportsplex
Pulaski County Sports and Entertainment unveiled a new logo on Wednesday for the Pulaski County Sportsplex, a transformative new indoor sports complex that will serve as a premier destination for athletic competition.
Pulaski County Sports & Entertainment Unveils Official Sportsplex Logo
New Facility Designed to Serve the Community and Welcome the World Pulaski County, Virginia – Pulaski County Sports & Entertainment is proud to unveil the official logo for the Pulaski County Sportsplex, a transformative new indoor sports complex that will serve as a premier destination for athletic competition while providing a year-round recreational asset for […]
Economic Forecast 2026: Key Opportunities For Small Business
Small businesses face cost pressures and uncertainty in 2026, but untapped pricing power and greater agility than large competitors offer paths to stronger growth
Chia Pet Film and TV Rights Acquired by Rakia Media and Crystal City Entertainment: ‘We Can’t Wait for Audiences to Check Out the World of Chia in Theaters’ (EXCLUSIVE)
A Chia Pet movie or TV show could be on the horizon, as the media rights to the classic gift brand have been sold.
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Ohio Wesleyan Celebrates Innovation at Second Annual U.S. Entrepreneurship Competition
Davis Webb rumors reveal Raiders' competition for Broncos assistant coach
Denver Broncos passing-game coordinator and quarterbacks coach Davis Webb has drawn a lot of interest this offseason and the Las Vegas Raiders have some competition for his services.
Peter Murray Tapped as CEO of Professional Bowlers Association and Head of Media for Lucky Strike Entertainment (Exclusive)
Murray had been the founding CFO of the MMA promotion Professional Fighters League.
Lucky Strike Entertainment and PBA Appoint Peter Murray as CEO Of PBA and Head of Media for Lucky Strike Entertainment
Lucky Strike Entertainment and PBA Appoint Peter Murray as CEO Of PBA and Head of Media for Lucky Strike Entertainment
Historic $300-billion wave of business acquisitions set to reshape Canada’s economy: BDC study
Key findings: 61% of small- and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are led by owners aged 50+; nearly one in five plan to exit within five yearsCompanies that acquire other businesses earn four times the profits of non-acquirersFor every 10 buyers, only seven are sellers—competition for strong businesses is fierce MONTREAL, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canada’s business landscape is on the brink of a major transformation. A new study by the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) reveals thou
Holli Herndon takes on Rebecca Bays in Citrus County Commission race
It's another competitive Commission race in Citrus County.
Peter H. Duesberg, 89, Renowned Biologist Turned H.I.V. Denialist, Dies
His pioneering work on the origins of cancer was later overshadowed by his contrarian views, notably his rejection of the established theory that H.I.V. causes AIDS.
Pet exposed to rabid raccoon in Charleston County, health officials say
The South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed that a raccoon found in Johns Island tested positive for rabies Monday.
How I Built $700 Million in Businesses Without Outside Investors
After 20 years of building and exiting companies and completing over $700 million in transactions, I've discovered the playbook that lets independents compete and win against larger competitors.
Killing of Alex Pretti scrambles Second Amendment politics for Trump
The blowback against the administration from core Trump supporters comes as Republicans are trying to protect their threadbare majority in the U.S. House and face several competitive Senate races.
Elizabeth Lopez to Drive Outbound Business Attraction for Southern Nevada at LVGEA
The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) is pleased to announce that Elizabeth (Liz) Lopez, MBA, CEcD, will join the organization as Vice President of Business Development & Outbound Strategy, effective Feb 9, 2026. In this role, Lopez will lead LVGEA's regional business attraction and expansion initiatives, strengthen community and industry partnerships, and advance strategies that drive Southern Nevada's economic competitiveness and long-term growth.