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Trump’s ‘pay-to-play’ politics fuel a ‘new gilded age’, experts say
Major donors reap influence and material benefits, ethics experts argue, as money and governance intertwine
iPhone 18 Pro: Leaker Reveals Alleged Size of Smaller Dynamic Island
For now, rumors have settled on the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max featuring a smaller Dynamic Island, and now a leaker has revealed its alleged size. iPhone 18 Pro with a smaller Dynamic Island (mockup via Ice Universe) The account "Ice Universe" today claimed the Dynamic Island cutout on the iPhone 18 Pro models will be approximately 35% narrower than it is on the iPhone 17 Pro models.
'Just a start': Kotek, industry leaders inch closer to reforms for Oregon business climate
The 16 members of Kotek’s “Prosperity Council” represent different Oregon regions and sectors such as labor, technology and construction.
NS2 Best-Seller as Sales Top 16M LT - Worldwide Hardware Estimates for December 2025
The Nintendo Switch 2 was the best-selling console worldwide with 3,813,393 units sold for December 2025, according to [...]
Australian summer is undergoing a 'total transformation,' scientists warn
Scientists say climate change made this summer's blistering heatwave five times more likely and cities need to adapt urgently.
MPH student takes an interdisciplinary approach to climate-related health inequities
Sanchita Gera, MPH ’26, is exploring how social and environmental factors outside the hospital walls affect some patients’ health more than others.
Video: Why Climate Isn’t a Top Business Priority at Davos
The World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, was once ground zero for an unofficial climate movement in the business community. David Gelles, a climate reporter for The Times, describes why climate is no longer a key focus in Davos today.
Giannis Antetokounmpo calls out Bucks teammates after 122-102 loss to Thunder
Antetokounmpo only took 11 shots in the loss
Giannis Antetokounmpo expresses frustration with Bucks' 'selfish' play
Giannis Antetokounmpo once again questioned the Bucks' performance, this time saying that some of his teammates were being "selfish."
New York City’s climate chief tenders resignation
Aggarwala warned that the agency faces growing challenges tied to climate change.
Transfer news: Jean-Philippe Mateta, Jorgen Strand Larsen, Tammy Abraham, Joshua Zirkee - the strikers who could move in the January window
Strikers are hot property in the transfer market and Sky Sports News has identified eight forwards who could move in the final days of the window; Jean-Philippe Mateta wants to leave Crystal Palace, Tammy Abraham could return to England, while Jorgen Strand Larsen is back in the headlines
Do Incentives Matter When Politics Drive Emigration?
SURF postdoctoral fellow Emil Kamalov explains why political freedoms outweigh material benefits for many Russian emigrants considering return.
Administration Censors Climate Science, Harms Visitor Experience at Historic Fort Sumter
To censor and erase sound science at this park, where the first shots of the American Civil War rang out, is a deep insult to the Park Service’s hard work and legislative mandate.
How Playing Pokémon Became the Ultimate Test of AI’s Intelligence
Nintendo’s original Pokémon games are becoming a popular and strangely effective way to test and benchmark new artificial-intelligence models. “We’re all a whole bunch of nerds,” said the man behind the trend.
ACOG Holding Ground on Maternal Health
Join experts, ob-gyn community members, and partners on January 23 at 1 p.m. ET for ACOG’s 2026 Maternal Health Awareness Day live webinar, Holding Ground on Maternal Health, featuring keynote speaker Ndidiamaka Amutah-Onukagha, PhD, MPH, and guest speaker Keith Reisinger-Kindle, DO, MPH, MS, FACOG.
Guest post: 10 key climate science ‘insights’ from 2025
Annual “10 new insights in climate science” report offers a snapshot of key advances in the scientific understanding of the climate system
Business School Expands Professional Certification Access with CeriFi
The Cameron School of Business (CSB) at the University of St. Thomas has established a new academic partnership with CeriFi, a national provider of professional finance certification preparation materials, expanding access to industry-aligned learning resources for faculty and students. The partnership provides Cameron School of Business faculty...
The NYXI Hyperion 3 beats the official Switch 2 Joy-Con in almost every way — except for one thing
This could be the ultimate Switch 2 controller for handheld play
A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of Goodwill Entertainment Holding Limited (Catalist:GEH)
Key Insights Goodwill Entertainment Holding's estimated fair value is S$0.18 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...
Not to be outdone by OpenAI, Apple is reportedly developing an AI wearable
Should this wearable materialize, it could be released as early as 2027, according to a report on the device.
Second House committee backs Michael Owen's Hillsborough Superintendent election bill
If HB 4027 ultimately clears the Legislature, Hillsborough County voters would decide the issue.
Students Across New England Contribute to Climate Science Through NASA’s GLOBE Green Down
In fall 2025, more than 50 educators and over 1,500 young people across Maine and New Hampshire participated in NASA’s Global Learning and Observation to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) Green Down, a citizen science (also known as participatory science or community science) initiative that engages students and volunteers in tracking seasonal changes in plant life. By observing and documenting leaf color change and leaf drop, participants contributed valuable data used by scientists studying how ecosystems respond to a changing climate.
NIST’s Most Popular Reference Materials and What They Tell Us About the Science of Measurement
NIST develops and sells more than 1,300 standard reference materials that are critical to supporting American industry and conducting research.
Commentary: California is suffering truth decay. Sacramento should do something about it
A Google deal to bolster local journalism is foundering after Gov. Newsom zeroed out the program in his budget. The state's reporting ranks have been decimated.
Florida’s signature industry shows up for Tourism Day at the Capitol
Tourism spending produces an estimated $2K in tax savings per Florida family, VISIT FLORIDA says.
This new building material pulls carbon out of the air
A new building material developed by engineers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute could change how the world builds. Made using an enzyme that turns carbon dioxide into solid minerals, the material cures in hours and locks away carbon instead of releasing it. It’s strong, repairable, recyclable, and far cleaner than concrete. If adopted widely, it could slash emissions across the construction industry.
TV Talk: Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson pitches city as business refuge
The Republican mayor credits Dallas’ policing and business climate for attracting companies from Democratic-run cities, a link others say oversimplifies...
Science for Alaska talks and events announced
The University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute will host free public science talks over the next few weeks, highlighting new climate research technology, an Alaska earthquake mystery solution, tidewater glaciers in Alaska and Greenland and a recent Bering Sea journey aboard the research
AI cannot automate science: A philosopher explains the uniquely human aspects of doing research
Consistent with the general trend of incorporating artificial intelligence into nearly every field, researchers and politicians are increasingly using AI models trained on scientific data to infer answers ...
LAIKA's 'Wildwood' Sets October Theatrical Release with Fathom Entertainment
LAIKA"s sixth stop-motion animated feature 'Wildwood' will arrive in U.S. theaters on October 23 through Fathom Entertainment.
AI cannot automate science – a philosopher explains the uniquely human aspects of doing research
While AI can streamline certain parts of the scientific process, a philosopher argues that it cannot replace human expertise and collaboration.
Jaguars’ 2025 positional review: Quarterback
The 2025 Jaguars’ success ultimately hinged on their quarterback’s performance, especially when it mattered most.
Women's Health Investment Outlook
Despite women and girls making up nearly half the world’s population, women’s health has captured just 6% of private healthcare investment. More than 25 organizations from the investment community, industry, philanthropies and beyond provided insights for this report, which addresses critical gaps in understanding investment flows in women’s health, market opportunity and unmet need. To quantify private investment flows in women’s healthcare over the past five years, the report introduces the Women’s Health Investment Index. Major areas of unmet need and opportunity across high-burden, high-prevalence conditions that affect women uniquely, differently and disproportionately – such as cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, menopause and Alzheimer’s disease – have been overlooked. A recent analysis by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) estimates that effectively addressing these four therapeutic areas for women in the US could unlock a $100 billion-plus market opportunity by 2030.
The influencer racing to save Thailand’s most endangered sea mammal
Amateur conservationist and social media influencer Theerasak 'Pop' Saksritawee has a rare bond with Thailand’s critically endangered dugongs. Pop raises an urgent alarm — before Thailand’s dugongs vanish forever
World’s fastest-growing plant is also a surprising superfood
You might be more familiar with it as a versatile fibrous material or the staple food of giant pandas, but bamboo has now entered the health-food realm thanks to the first review into its dietary benefits. Those include aiding blood sugar regulation, fighting inflammation and improving gut health.
OpenAI ads could be $25B business by 2030, top tech analyst estimates
ChatGPT could provide advertisers with a valuable "high-intent" engaged audience, siphoning marketing budgets away from Google, Mahaney says
Just 28 Products That'll Transform Your Bed Into The Ultimate Hibernation Station
Alex, play "The Lazy Song" by Bruno Mars.
Women's Health Investment Outlook
Despite women and girls making up nearly half the world’s population, women’s health has captured just 6% of private healthcare investment. More than 25 organizations from the investment community, industry, philanthropies and beyond provided insights for this report, which addresses critical gaps in understanding investment flows in women’s health, market opportunity and unmet need. To quantify private investment flows in women’s healthcare over the past five years, the report introduces the Women’s Health Investment Index. Major areas of unmet need and opportunity across high-burden, high-prevalence conditions that affect women uniquely, differently and disproportionately – such as cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, menopause and Alzheimer’s disease – have been overlooked. A recent analysis by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) estimates that effectively addressing these four therapeutic areas for women in the US could unlock a $100 billion-plus market opportunity by 2030.
Suds & Science
Ever thought that learning would be more fun with a cold drink in hand? We've got you covered! Suds & Science brings scientists face-to-face with the public at local neighborhood bars for a night of learning, drinking, and community that you won't want to miss! Highlights: - Fun and informative lectures from STEM professionals - Lively discussions between scientists and audiences - Connection with your community in a laid-back environment "Tentacle Tinder: How Cephalopods Decide When to Swipe Right" Cephalopods (the class of mollusks that includes octopuses, squids, cuttlefishes, and nautiluses) are renowned for their complex cognitive abilities and for their remarkable capacities to rapidly alter their body patterns for camouflage and communication. But behind the scenes, things get even stranger. Nearly all cephalopod females mate with multiple males and can store sperm for weeks to months. That means each female carries a tiny archive of potential fathers. So the big question becomes: when everyone is competing for a spot in that archive, how do cephalopod females decide who to mate with, and can they control whose sperm ultimately fertilizes their eggs? About the Speaker Theodora is a PhD student in Marine Biology at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. Prior to starting at SIO, Theodora researched chronic reproductive pain conditions in New York, created marine science multimedia as a science communication intern at Point Reyes National Seashore, and studied cephalopod neuroethology as a research intern at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology. Theodora currently studies the evolutionary and behavioral dynamics of female choice in cephalopods, with a focus on local California market squid. When she’s not doing research or underwater, Theodora can usually be found listening to or singing classical music. Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram
‘The struggle continues’: MLK Day celebrated amid tense political climate
Trump’s crackdown in Minneapolis
How Recent Developments Are Shaping The Elevance Health (ELV) Investment Story
Elevance Health’s fair value estimate has been reset slightly higher to US$394.60 from US$387.16, while the discount rate remains effectively stable and revenue expectations are trimmed modestly in the model. This reflects Street research that is increasingly constructive on earnings potential in Medicare Advantage and exchanges, while still accounting for policy and utilization risks flagged in recent reports. Stay informed on these shifting inputs so you are not caught off guard as the...
Current political climate spurs efforts to 'reclaim' MLK holiday
Activists worry American society has taken steps backward in recent years.
Walz was also asked about foreign agent ties during Harris vetting, sources tell CNN
Josh Shapiro wasn’t the only finalist to be Kamala Harris’s running mate who was asked if he had ever been an agent of a foreign government, four sources familiar with the matter told CNN on Monday. Tim Walz was, too.
Walz was also asked about foreign agent ties during Harris vetting, sources tell CNN
Josh Shapiro wasn’t the only finalist to be Kamala Harris’s running mate who was asked if he had ever been an agent of a foreign government, four sources familiar with the matter told CNN on Monday. Tim Walz was, too.
This mirror sees your future health
Technology is impacting healthcare in a big way. Here are a few of the more notable health tech products I saw at CES 2026. First up is Eyebot, a kiosk that can do automated eye tests. The proces…
Miami eyes massive $3B sports economic boost as Trump expected to attend college football championship
South Florida's ultimate sporting events lineup for 2026 delivers billions in economic impact, positioning Miami as the premier sports tourism destination.
Building the data infrastructure for next-generation materials science
Materials research generates vast amounts of data, but the information often exists in manufacturer-specific formats and the terminology is inconsistent, making it difficult to aggregate, compare, and ...
Mental health worker charged over alleged sexual contact with inmate
The inmate at a Jackson-area prison reported the sexual relationship and said the experience has destroyed his trust in mental health professionals.
The Disconnected Present: Neoliberal Fascism and the Politics of Erasure
In this political climate, outrage is incessantly manufactured and then swiftly displaced, replaced by the next shock before the public can assemble the fragments into a coherent political picture. Each incident appears as an isolated rupture rather than as part of an unfolding structure of power, severed from the conditions that produce it and from the larger architecture of domination it sustains. This fragmentation is not accidental. It is a calculated strategy to drain meaning from public life, exhaust critical attention, and foreclose any sustained democratic reckoning or resistance. In the age of escalating fascism and a nihilistic worship of greed and raw power, American politics has devolved into a theater of violence aligned with a ceaseless stream of spectacles severed from history and emptied of systemic meaning.
The current US political climate is spurring a 'reclaim' and rallying on the MLK holiday
As communities across the country prepare Monday to host parades, panels and service projects for the 40th anniversary of when the federal government officially began observing Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the current political climate has left some feeling more fraught than festive when it comes to how to honor the slain civil rights icon.
The current US political climate is spurring a 'reclaim' and rallying on the MLK holiday
As communities across the country prepare Monday to host parades, panels and service projects for the 40th anniversary of when the federal government officially began observing Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the current political climate has left some fee...
The curse of children swearing
Only half of parents believe swearing is never okay for children. 1 in 4 parents say their child swears occasionally or frequently. 2 in 3 parents claim children learn swear words from friends or classmates. One-third of parents think their child swears to fit in with other kids.
In his new book, Gov. Josh Shapiro recalls an ‘offensive’ vetting process to be Kamala Harris’ running mate
In Shapiro’s memoir set to publish later this month, he recalls being asked by Harris’ vetting team if he had ever been “an agent of the Israeli government,” among other new details.
Shapiro says Harris’ vetting team asked whether he was ‘an agent of the Israeli government’
A number of forces on the left questioned Josh Shapiro’s ties to Israel during Kamala Harris’ rushed running mate selection process in 2024. In his new memoir out next week, the Pennsylvania governor says the former vice president and her vetting team were among them.
Josh Shapiro Writes That Harris Team Asked if He Had Ever Been an Israeli Agent
In his new memoir, the Pennsylvania governor suggests that when Kamala Harris’s team vetted him to be her running mate, aides focused on Israel to an extent he found offensive.
Football gossip: Fernandez, Gomes, Wharton, Anderson, Lucca, Mateta, Garcia
Chelsea tell Real Madrid they could sell Enzo Fernandez, Man Utd interested in Joao Gomes, and Nottingham Forest in talks for Lorenzo Lucca.
Prep talk: St. Francis standout golfer Jaden Soong meets 7-foot-4 classmate
St. Francis has two sports celebrities in golfer Jaden Soong and 7-foot-4 basketball player Cherif Millogo.
GUEST OPINION: Court saw through attack on stoves, science
When the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) filed a federal lawsuit last year challenging Colorado’s new gas stove labeling law, it exposed a troubling pattern of how climate advocacy can morph into scientific misinformation to achieve policy goals through fear rather than facts. At the heart of the court dispute is House Bill 25-1161, […]
The Disconnected Present: Neoliberal Fascism and the Politics of Erasure
In this political climate, outrage is incessantly manufactured and then swiftly displaced, replaced by the next shock before the public can assemble the fragments into a coherent political picture. Each incident appears as an isolated rupture rather than as part of an unfolding structure of power, severed from the conditions that produce it and from the larger architecture of domination it sustains. This fragmentation is not accidental. It is a calculated strategy to drain meaning from public life, exhaust critical attention, and foreclose any sustained democratic reckoning or resistance. In the age of escalating fascism and a nihilistic worship of greed and raw power, American politics has devolved into a theater of violence aligned with a ceaseless stream of spectacles severed from history and emptied of systemic meaning.
Sphere Entertainment, the State of Maryland, Prince George’s County, and Peterson Companies Announce Intent to Develop a Sphere at National Harbor
National Harbor, Maryland Would Become Second U.S. Location For Sphere And First To Utilize Smaller-Scale Venue Design Model Project Would Receive Approximately $200 Million In State, Local, And Private Incentives Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR ), the State of Maryland, Prince George’s County, and Peterson Companies announced today their intent to develop a new Sphere venue – which would be the second in the U.S. and first to utilize a smaller-scale design model – at National Harbor, a premier destination in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The addition of Sphere would create a new Maryland landmark that drives significant economic, cultural and community benefits for the County, State, and region, and provides unparalleled immersive experiences powered by advanced technologies. “Our focus has always been on creating a global network of Spheres across forward-looking cities,” said James L. Dolan, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Sphere Entertainment.
Scientists map key oceanic unknowns in climate interventions
As Earth warms due to climate change, oceans are heating up, becoming more acidic, and losing oxygen. These changes threaten marine life, food webs, and global fisheries. Scientists agree that cutting ...
Scientists Just Produced the Best Map of Antarctica's Sub-glacial Landscape, and It's Good News for Climate Change
There's a rugged world beneath the ice.
What Should Tesla Launch This Year? Here's What We'd Love to See
From a forever FSD license and a true Model 2 to native Starlink and the Roadster, here is our ultimate wishlist of features we want to see from Tesla in 2026.
ESPN ‘NFL Live’ Panel Unanimously Picks Texans To Beat Patriots
If the Patriots need bulletin-board material for Sunday’s playoff game against the Texans, they need look no further than Friday’s episode of “NFL Live.” An ESPN panel consisting of Mina Kimes, Ryan Clark, Hannah Storm, Dan Orlovsky and Marcus Spears unanimously picked Houston to beat New England in the AFC divisional-round matchup. The group made […]
Microplastics are undermining the ocean’s power to absorb carbon
Tiny plastic particles drifting through the oceans may be quietly weakening one of Earth’s most powerful climate defenses. New research suggests microplastics are disrupting marine life that helps oceans absorb carbon dioxide, while also releasing greenhouse gases as they break down. By interfering with plankton, microbes, and natural carbon cycles, these pollutants reduce the ocean’s ability to regulate global temperatures.
Alliance Entertainment and Avalon Advanced Materials Interviews to Air on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money(TM) Show on Bloomberg TV
ORLANDO, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / January 16, 2026 / RedChip Companies will air interviews with Alliance
Milwaukee residents' health affected by housing, income, education
The health department will focus on five priority health concerns – chronic disease, maternal and child health, mental health, substance use disorder, and violence and injury prevention – in the coming years.
Why is Sweetgreen's business wilting?
Sweetgreen, the Los Angeles-based salad and lunch bowl chain, reported a same-store sales decline of 9.5% in November.
'There cannot be any consideration' Carrick stays on
Manchester United should not extend caretaker manager Michael Carrick beyond this season, says former United team-mate Gary Neville. "I hope he does really well," Neville told The Overlap. "There cannot be any consideration that Michael takes the job beyond this season, for Michael and for the club.
Dodgers agree to terms with 22 International amateur free agents
LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers had themselves a busy first day of the International signing period, as they inked 22 international free agents, including four of the Top 100 international prospects in Baseball America's rankings.
QB John Mateer returns to Oklahoma next season
Oklahoma Quarterback John Mateer will return to play for the Sooners next season.
New UC Merced major teaches how to tackle questions of ethics in science, tech
In a world where artificial intelligence, climate change, epidemics and more compete for our concern, the need for people who can weigh the technical and humanistic sides of an argument is crucial. A new UC Merced major addresses this need.
Football gossip: Abraham, Baleba, Mateta, Maguire, Senesi, Mainoo, Ceballos
Tammy Abraham could reunite with Aston Villa, Manchester United hope to sign Carlos Baleba in the summer, and Jean-Philippe Mateta is a target for Juventus.
Indiana vs. Miami: Creating an Ultimate CFP National Championship Lineup
Both Indiana and Miami feature star-studded rosters. We combined both rosters to create an ultimate CFP National Championship lineup.
Apple's Google Gemini Deal Could Be Worth $5 Billion
Apple's newly announced partnership with Google to use Gemini models for Siri and Apple Intelligence could be worth as much as $5 billion, according to one analyst's estimate. The deal is structured as a cloud computing contract that will see Apple pay "several billion dollars to Google over time," according to the Financial Times (paywalled), citing a person familiar with the agreement. Gene Munster at Deepwater Asset Management puts the value at $5 billion for Google.
‘Department of War’ rebrand could cost up to $125 million, CBO estimates
Depending on how the department chooses to implement the change, costs could range from $10 million to $125 million, the CBO said in a letter to two Democratic senators.
The Ultimate Guide to Lorwyn Eclipsed Sealed
After nearly two decades of waiting, it’s finally time to go back to Lorwyn. There's a host of interesting things going on in this set, so let's make sure you can make the most of your Sealed pools.
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.
Electrons stop acting like particles—and physics still works
Physicists have long relied on the idea that electrons behave like tiny particles zipping through materials, even though quantum physics says their exact position is fundamentally uncertain. Now, researchers at TU Wien have discovered something surprising: a material where this particle picture completely breaks down can still host exotic topological states—features once thought to depend on particle-like behavior.
Betr Entertainment Limited's (ASX:BBT) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 17% Below Its Share Price
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Betr Entertainment fair value estimate is AU$0.22 Betr...
How everyday foam reveals the secret logic of artificial intelligence
Foams were once thought to behave like glass, with bubbles frozen in place at the microscopic level. But new simulations reveal that foam bubbles are always shifting, even while the foam keeps its overall shape. Remarkably, this restless motion follows the same math used to train artificial intelligence. The finding hints that learning-like behavior may be a fundamental principle shared by materials, machines, and living cells.
ENTERTAINMENT: ASO Community Orchestra offers ‘Night at the Opera’
The Arkansas Symphony Community Orchestra, area amateur musicians at various experience levels operating under the aegis of the Arkansas Symphony's Education & Community Outreach arm, presents "A Night at the Opera," 7 p.m. Sunday at Calvary Baptist Church.
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.
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.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi | North Central Bronx Expands Maternal Health Programs - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi | North Central Bronx today announced expanded maternal health programs under its new Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology,
Apple's Foldable iPhone Rumored to Be Built With Liquid Metal and Improved Titanium
Apple is planning to use advanced liquid metal and improved titanium alloys for its first foldable iPhone, according to new supply-chain information. According to the Korean Naver user known as "yeux1122," citing a material company source, the hinge used in Apple's first foldable iPhone will be made from liquid metal, an "amorphous" material Apple has been exploring for over 15 years.
Supreme Court revives GOP congressman’s absentee ballot suit that could spur more election litigation
The decision that may make it easier for other candidates to challenge voting laws – even if they ultimately win their election.
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.
As global warming melts glaciers, a novel sanctuary in Antarctica is opening to preserve ice samples
Scientists have inaugurated the first global repository of mountain ice cores in an Antarctic vault.
Reprompt attack let hackers hijack Microsoft Copilot sessions
A new attack against Microsoft Copilot Personal called 'Reprompt' allows attackers to silently exfiltrate user data after tricking the target into clicking on a legitimate Copilot link.
Computer science can help abuse and trafficking survivors regain safety
Nicola Dell, a computer scientist studying the role of technology in intimate partner violence, cofounded the Center to End Technology Abuse.
Curbing Misalignment in American Politics
A broad range of views on democracy to help break the stalemate caused by partisan conflict.
Attempt to affirm climate science fails on Senate floor
Republican Sen. Roger Marshall objected to a Democratic resolution.
What Live Nation Entertainment (LYV)'s Earnings Beat but Revenue Miss Means For Shareholders
In the past few days, Live Nation Entertainment reported quarterly results that exceeded analysts’ adjusted operating income estimates but fell short on revenue and event volume expectations, prompting a mixed reaction from the market. At the same time, analysts remained divided, with some reaffirming positive views based on continued demand for live events while others downgraded the stock amid ongoing concerns about the Ticketmaster business. We’ll now look at how this adjusted operating...
CFP expansion: Big Ten floats temporary 16-team field as stopgap amid stalemate with SEC
The Big Ten and SEC remain locked in a standoff over the future of the College Football Playoff as executives meet ahead of the national championship game
Why Businesses are Turning to Mass Timber For Office and Data Center Construction
Companies like Crow Holdings, Toyota, Microsoft, and Walmart are embracing the natural material for productivity gains, sustainability, and the bottom line.
Aging populations are redefining the value of a healthy life year
Researchers examine how considering age and regional factors to QALY estimates can improve healthcare policy decisions and resource allocation.
Climate-Resilient Health Systems for Sustained Value Chains, Healthcare Access and Services - Global Center on Adaptation
Climate-Resilient Health Systems for Sustained Value Chains, Healthcare Access and Services GCA Webinar Series on Adaptation Insights Zoom VIRTUAL 22 January 2026, 15:00 CET Register here nbs-for-infrastructure Share this post: Source: Background Climate change poses unprecedented threats to health systems globally, particularly in vulnerable regions across Africa and beyond. The cascading impacts of extreme weather events, rising temperatures, and shifting disease patterns are disrupting healthcare delivery and access, infrastructure integrity, and supply chains essential for maintaining public health. Event DescriptionThe Climate-Resilient Health Systems for Sustained Value Chains, Healthcare Access and Services webinar will convene a panel discussion on the upcoming Climate Adaptation Insights on Health report and engage key stakeholders across government, development partners, private sector, and civil society in understanding the critical intersections between climate change adaptation and health system strengthening. By sharing insights on systemic vulnerabilities, interdependencies across the health system and supporting systems, and innovative adaptation approaches, this event will catalyze dialogue and action toward building climate-resilient health systems that can sustain healthcare access and services under changing climate conditions. The webinar will bring together participants from healthcare practitioners, multilateral development banks, international health organizations, climate finance institutions, research institutions, and civil society organizations globally. nbs-for-infrastructure Share this post:
BAL welcomes Ladik Law Firm into Sports and Entertainment Practice, expanding services for professional and amateur athletes and teams
BAL, the world’s most innovative corporate immigration law firm, is proud to announce the acquisition of Ladik Law Firm.
Scientists discover what’s linking floods and droughts across the planet
Scientists tracking Earth’s water from space discovered that El Niño and La Niña are synchronizing floods and droughts across continents. When these climate cycles intensify, far-apart regions can become unusually wet or dangerously dry at the same time. The study also found a global shift about a decade ago, with dry extremes becoming more common than wet ones. Together, the results show that water crises are part of a global pattern, not isolated events.