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Bessent unhappy with criminal investigation of Fed Chair Jerome Powell
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has told people that he is unhappy with the decision to criminally investigate Fed Chair Jerome Powell, a source with knowledge of the matter told CNN.
Powell's Made This Political: Sen. Marshall
Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) shares his thoughts on the DOJ serving the Federal Reserve with subpoenas and whether or not he agrees with some of his GOP colleagues who will oppose any Federal Reserve nominations with this going on. Senator Marshall voices his support for President Trump's credit card interest rate cap proposal and discusses what's next on health care from the Senate. He speaks with Joe Mathieu and Julie Fine on the late edition of Bloomberg's "Balance of Power." (Source: Bloomberg)
WNBA, WNBPA call moratorium on league business as CBA negotiations go on
Late Friday, the WNBPA asked for the moratorium on league business and it was accepted by the league on Monday afternoon.
Arc Raiders has officially sold 12 million copies, so Embark's giving everyone a free gold hammer: "The way it took off, I think, took all of us by surprise"
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HTI 5 Proposal Signals Health IT Deregulation and FHIR-first Interoperability and Refines Information Blocking Rule
The new Health Data, Technology and Interoperability proposed rule (known as HTI-5) signals a significant deregulatory shift aimed at...
Meta changes review system with 'stronger rewards for top performers'
Meta's new Checkpoint program restructures worker ratings and incentives, rewarding top performers with up to 300% of their base bonuses.
Trump: Any country doing business with Iran to be hit with 25% tariff
President Donald Trump said he'll impose a 25% tariff on any country doing business with Iran, effective immediately.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Gets Updated Release Date
Samsung confirms "inevitable" price increases. The real concern is what this means for Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 deals.
Google removes some AI health summaries after investigation finds “dangerous” flaws
AI Overviews provided false liver test information experts called alarming.
NASCAR brings back the ‘Chase’ for its playoffs, and the sport will be better for it
NASCAR's move back to the Chase playoff format should satisfy most (though not all) fans and restore credibility to the championship.
Meta plans layoffs at Reality Labs, impacting VR, Horizon Worlds teams
Meta plans layoffs in its Reality Labs division, impacting VR headset and Horizon Worlds teams, as it shifts focus to AI.
NBA power rankings: Time for the Houston Rockets to panic?
Rockets coach Ime Udoka called out his team's effort and mental toughness after three consecutive losses against the Trail Blazers (twice) and Kings.
How Trump's 'Don-roe Doctrine' is different than Bush-era GOP foreign policy : The NPR Politics Podcast
The Republican Party’s approach to world affairs has shifted from attempting to spread democratic values during the George W. Bush administration to “America First” in President Trump’s first term and now to something else entirely. We discuss what to make of Trump’s foreign policy agenda. This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, White House correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.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.
Flu shot recommendation for kids dropped just as the illness rages
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention dropped its advice that kids get an annual flu shot at a time when flu cases and hospitalizations are surging.
THE WEEK OF JAN 12, 2026
- Fundamental research restrictions at DOD - US withdrawing from climate agreements - Congress holding multiple science hearings
Are Declining Stocking Rates Underexplored By Scientists?
A new study says researchers could be missing important climate and environmental changes associated with reduced livestock grazing.
UCSD's Math Meltdown: The Cost of Prioritizing Identity Politics Over The Basics
The University of California, San Diego is confronting an academic breakdown that would have been unthinkable a decade ago: a..
Children's, UW Health halt gender health care for minors
The decision to pause health care for minors going through gender transition comes less than a month after RFK Jr. announced new restrictions.
24-year-old founded company that made $40 million in 2025
Oscar Rachmansky, 24, was selling sneakers as a side hustle when he spotted a business opportunity that would become a multimillion-dollar company.
Why a political matchup from 2024 could be reappearing this election
Ian Phillips announced he will run for Assembly in New York’s 126th District, potentially leading to a repeat matchup of 2024’s race.
Rockstar Says 'We Stand by Our Course of Action' as Judge Rejects Fired GTA 6 Developers' Application for Interim Relief
An employment tribunal has today rejected an application for interim relief filed on behalf of the fired Grand Theft Auto 6 developers at Rockstar Games.
Autistic Barbie joins Mattel diversity and inclusion line
New autistic Barbie includes fidget spinner, noise-canceling headphones and articulated joints, and was designed with Autistic Self Advocacy Network input.
A judge orders HHS to restore children's health funding as a lawsuit continues
The judge ordered the restoration of nearly $12 million in funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics, including money for rural health care and the identification of disabilities in children.
Mayor touts 'pro-business' Dallas as financial institutions look towards Texas
Republican Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson discusses the influx of financial intuitions to the city as well as its advantages on 'Varney & Co.'
Trump to meet Thursday with Venezuela opposition leader Machado
Trump declined to back opposition leader Maria Machado in the immediate aftermath of the US attack on Venezuela and ouster of its president.
Business Insider appoints Andy Sonnenberg as vice president of ad tech
Andy Sonnenberg joins Business Insider as vice president of ad tech.
American Rheumatology and Galvanic Health Announce Strategic Partnership to Empower Independent Rheumatology Practices
American Rheumatology Network (ARN), the leading group purchasing and practice support organization dedicated to empowering independent, community-based rheumatology practices, today announced a new strategic partnership with Galvanic Health, a healthcare analytics and consulting firm that transforms practice data into actionable insights.
Scientists Solve Mars Water Mystery With a Thin Layer of Ice
New climate modeling suggests that small lakes on ancient Mars could have stayed liquid for decades, even in a generally cold environment. Small lakes on early Mars may have stayed in liquid form for many years, despite average temperatures that were far below freezing. Researchers at Rice Uni
North Dakota leaders tout plan to secure continued Rural Health Transformation funding
Sen. John Hoeven said the goal is for the state to secure $1 billion in funding by the end of the federal program.
This PVAMU alum has taught over 3,000 girls about cosmetic science and has now opened a STEM classroom
Kristen Wells-Collins ’15 ‘18 is inspiring young girls to become chemists. Wells-Collins was raised in an under-resourced community in Beaumont, TX, and said she had limited exposure to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), according to her commentary on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” However, Wells-Collins went on to pursue a degree in chemistry at Prairie View A&M University, according to her […]
Ellipsis Health expands access to Sage via Salesforce AppExchange, Transforming Care Management at Scale
Agentforce Health users can now automate patient assessments, risk evaluations, and follow-up using Sage, an autonomous, empathetic AI care managerSAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ellipsis Health today announced it has launched Sage on Salesforce AppExchange, the leading enterprise marketplace for partner apps and experts. This integration empowers Agentforce Health customer care management teams to autonomously deliver any configured assessment, such as post-hospital discharge/t
Science In The AI Age
AI supercharges discovery; Nye and Afeyan warn U.S. anti-science cuts threaten health, competitiveness, future today.
Vote for Week 6 Delaware HS Athlete of the Week, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists
Voting is free on Delaware Online. The winner will be announced on Jan. 16.
Nearly 15,000 nurses go on strike at several NYC hospitals
The New York State Nurses Association said it launched the strike at several hospitals.
Lawmakers could keep existing stocks under new GOP trading ban bill
House Speaker Mike Johnson has said that forcing lawmakers to divest their stock holdings could deter some people from running for Congress.
Commentary: It's premature to call cannabis equity journey a failure
The cannabis industry should be afforded the opportunity to mature as other industries have, writes an industry advocate.
Why now is a good time for your business to invest in dashcams, telematics systems
Businesses now a financial incentive to outfit their commercial fleets with dashboard cameras and telematics systems.
Gaming After Ghosts: Bit Bar carves unique niche in Salem’s historic entertainment scene
The arcade bar on Derby Street undergoes a transformation each evening, shifting from a family-friendly environment to an adults-only experience.
‘One Battle After Another,’ shot in El Paso, dominates Golden Globes
The Paul Thomas Anderson film was shot in El Paso for 18 days between May and June 2024 and contributed nearly $6 million in direct spending.
Texas health regulators propose major fee hikes, new rules for hemp-derived THC products
Texas health regulators are considering sweeping changes that could dramatically reshape the hemp-derived THC industry, and many small business owners say the cost alone could put them out of business.
Who is going to Super Bowl 2026? NFL Power Rankings, odds, predictions
Who is going to Super Bowl 2026? See who's left in the playoffs schedule and the NFL Power Rankings according to Super Bowl 60 odds, predictions.
This protein-packed snack is popular, but it comes with serious health risks
Ingesting ultra-processed foods has been associated with over 30 health conditions. Too much red meat is associated with adverse health outcomes, too.
Exactly What To Automate With AI In 2026 For Faster Business Growth
Stop doing tasks manually that should run on autopilot. Here’s what to automate in 2026 for faster business growth. What’s your excuse?
Republican senator vows to block all Fed nominations after DoJ investigates Powell
Thom Tillis says he would oppose any nominee, including upcoming chair vacancy, ‘until legal matter is fully resolved’
Uncorkt, a Racine wine and beer store, is for sale including inventory
“I’m looking for a person who wants to take it over and run it. It’d be best if it was a customer who had been here before,” Tony Bigonia, owner, said
Record number of Americans identify as political independents, rejecting 2 major parties, poll finds
Americans are abandoning party labels in record numbers, as a new Gallup survey shows a dramatic rise in those declaring political independence.
DePaul Athletics to Host National Girls & Women in Sports Day Networking Social Feb. 4
DePaul Athletics is set to celebrate National Girls & Women in Sports Day with a networking social prior to the DePaul women's basketball matchup against No....
Women’s Health A $360B Market Vastly Undervalued By Investors
Women’s Health Investment Opportunity reveals a $360B global market as women drive healthcare demand, capital flows, and the next wave of health innovation
Legend Biotech Highlights Recent Business Updates at 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference
Exceeded 10,000 patients treated to date with CARVYKTI® (ciltacabtagene autoleucel; cilta-cel)Increased CARVYKTI® manufacturing capacity with the physical expansion of the Raritan facility, now the largest cell therapy manufacturing facility in the U.S.Profitability expected in 2026, driven by continued CARVYKTI® revenue growth and operating margin expansion Treated first patient with in vivo pipeline candidate in investigator-initiated trial Preclinical data from primates provided early validat
Favorite US national park, from woman who's been to all 63
As someone who's been to every US national park, Grand Teton is my favorite. From the mountains to the cute towns nearby, there's so much to love.
NFL DFS picks, Steelers vs. Texans: Daily Fantasy lineups for 'Monday Night Football'
DFS multimillionaire Mike McClure reveals daily Fantasy picks for the Houston vs. Pittsburgh Wild Card matchup on 'Monday Night Football'
Fubara impeachment update: Wike-Fubara fight increase political crisis in Rivers state
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Moderna Provides Business and Pipeline Updates at 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference
Expects 2025 revenue of approximately $1.9 billion (unaudited), $100 million above midpoint communicated on 3Q25
A call to action for Sarasota's business leaders in 2026
This is the year to sharpen business strategy, expand your network, develop your team, and innovate with purpose.
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist ends bid for governor to run for secretary of state
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II is likely to become the biggest name either party has in the race to be Michigan's top election official.
Vacant Des Moines auto shop could become an ice cream parlor
Ice cream could replace gasoline as entrepreneur aims to turn former garage into frozen treats emporium for Des Moines' Lower Beaver neighborhood.
Going barefoot depends on personal health and well-being
Is it OK to go without shoes? I’ve heard conflicting information. I wear supportive shoes for exercise and in public, but I prefer bare feet at home. I stand about six hours a day, and I just find it much more comfortable without shoes. I am 65 and healthy, with no history of foot problems.
A new crystal makes magnetism twist in surprising ways
Florida State University scientists have engineered a new crystal that forces atomic magnets to swirl into complex, repeating patterns. The effect comes from mixing two nearly identical compounds whose mismatched structures create magnetic tension at the atomic level. These swirling “skyrmion-like” textures are prized for their low-energy behavior and stability. The discovery could help drive advances in data storage, energy-efficient electronics, and quantum computing.
Student health survey to launch on Jan. 19
Penn State will administer the National College Health Assessment beginning Jan. 19, inviting randomly selected University Park students to share information about their health behaviors through an online survey.
Moderna Provides Business and Pipeline Updates at 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference
Expects 2025 revenue of approximately $1.9 billion (unaudited), $100 million above midpoint communicated on 3Q25 Earnings Call Improves 2025 expected GAAP operating expenses by $200 million since 3Q25 Earnings Call Increases 2025 projected year-end ...
Dittrich Furs to close after 132 years in Detroit
The Dittrich family announced plans to close Saturday.
‘Hundreds more’ ICE agents due in Minnesota after killing of Renee Good
Kristi Noem says that more officers are being deployed amid protests in several cities
Want To Protect Your Gum Health? Eat More Tomatoes, Study Suggests
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Jan. 12, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Worried about your oral health? Eat more tomatoes, a new study suggests. Insufficient intake of lycopene — a nutrient found in tomatoes and other red fruits — is associated with a significantly higher risk of gum disease in ...
Women's health research | FOX 13 Tampa Bay
Research shows that hormone replacement therapy can help reduce brain inflammation and diseases. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports.
Funding “Rural Health Care Transformation” Without Shoring Up Failing Hospitals
The unusual policy symmetry involved in the Big Beautiful Bill’s Medicaid cuts and new rural health innovation initiative may not bode well for rural health care quality and outcomes.
Jeff Ruby restaurant group settles tip, wage lawsuit for $1.5 million
Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment is settling a class-action lawsuit from former employees who say they were not paid tips they earned.
Why the best way to understand the self is to build a robot one
In order to better understand our human nature, we must attempt to build a robot capable of robust subjective experiences
I Finally Decided to Get Botox. Then I Saw My Family, and Things Took a Turn for the Worse.
I would really like to avoid a future screaming match.
16 can't-miss Indy concerts, entertainment to kick the winter blues
Highlights include a musical about one of Indiana's own pop icons, a dance film festival and a performance by popular comedian Nate Bargatze.
4 signals to watch as Wall Street banks report 2025 earnings
From credit risks to AI, here's what experts are watching as banks, including JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs, prepare to report fourth-quarter earnings.
Gaston County students put science to the test in annual competition
Find out how a rocket can land softly enough not to break an egg after a 600-foot fall.
People put off giving CPR by unrealistic TV depictions, researchers say
Most dramas show characters searching for pulse and giving breaths but experts say chest compressions on their own can save lives
How weight loss benefits the health of your fat tissue
It is well known that obesity typically leads to inflammation and dysfunction of fat tissue that increases the risk of developing metabolic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.
‘An undoing of the scientific method’: Flagship CEO warns of government threats to US biotech industry
The Trump administration spent 2025 taking a sledgehammer to science, obliteratin | The Trump administration spent 2025 taking a sledgehammer to science, obliterating funding and reshaping agencies like the FDA and National Institutes of Health through layoffs and restrictive new policies. In a new letter, Noubar Afeyan, Ph.D., co-founder of Moderna and CEO of Flagship Pioneering, warns that these actions risk undermining the foundations of science itself to the ultimate detriment of health and biotech innovation in America.
Marrying for health insurance? The ACA cost crisis forces some drastic choices
While Congress debates bringing back Affordable Care Act subsidies , many Americans have already made life-altering decisions to afford health care.
Sarah Jessica Parker On The Business Of Saying No
Sarah Jessica Parker talks exclusively about her new global partnership, her role as producer and entrepreneur, and why restraint has defined her four-decade career.
Tech secretary to make statement over X’s sexualised AI images
Liz Kendall had previously said that Ofcom must act ‘in days, not weeks’ after Grok merely made picture service available to paid subscribers
Tesla faces key deadlines in 'prove-it' year
Elon Musk is staring down several self-imposed deadlines this year, from Cybercab volume production to a much-hyped Roadster demo.
167 developers weighed in on vibe-coding. Here's what they said.
167 software engineers responded to Business Insider's vibe-coding survey. Over 45% reported "keeping up" with AI tools. Almost 17% feel behind.
Legacy Business Models Break
“Your margin is my opportunity” was Jeff Bezos’s way of describing Amazon’s hunger for bloated profit pools. In 2026, the real question isn’t whether margins get attacked, but who gets to turn whose margin into whose opportunity as consumers, enterprises and their agents decide how they want interactions to work, what information they are willing to share and where costs ultimately land. From Bezos to agents: who owns the opportunity.
SCOTUS, let states do what's right: Defend women in sports
Supreme Court will hear West Virginia v. B.P.J. and Little v. Hecox, which raise questions about Title IX and equal protection under the Constitution.
'Big Short' investor Michael Burry's key metric to evaluate AI bubble
Michael Burry, the investor from "The Big Short," said return on invested capital is the "measure to beat all measures" when looking at AI companies.
Smart people in economics and business react to DOJ Powell probe
Powell described the move as a part of a broader effort to pressure the central bank on monetary policy.
JD Sports plans to let shoppers buy through AI platforms
Retailer to allow ‘one-click purchases’ through assistants such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, beginning in US
The Sports Bra announces WNBA player investment and Playmakers program to Honor Young Athletes — New School Beer + Cider
WNBA Champion, Executive, and Team Owner Renee Montgomery Joins The Sports Bra as Early Investor
Gossip: Everton keen on White
Everton are eyeing a move for Arsenal's English defender Ben White, 28, to solve their problematic right-back issue. (Football Insider)
The sludge in your shower drain? That could be scientists’ next big find : Short Wave
Microbes are little alchemists that perform all manner of chemical reactions. A team of microbiologists co-founded a non-profit to try to harness those abilities to solve some of the world’s big problems — from carbon capture to helping coral reefs to cleaning up waste. Recently, the team turned their attention to the microbes living in people’s homes — on and in shower heads, drip pans, and hot water heaters. These rather extreme environments may have pressured microorganisms into surviving in ways that could be advantageous to humans. Science reporter Ari Daniel takes us on a treasure hunt in miniature.This episode was produced by Hannah Chinn. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.Interested in learning more about the weird and wonderful world of microbes? 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.
The sludge in your shower drain? That could be scientists’ next big find : Short Wave
Microbes are little alchemists that perform all manner of chemical reactions. A team of microbiologists co-founded a non-profit to try to harness those abilities to solve some of the world’s big problems — from carbon capture to helping coral reefs to cleaning up waste. Recently, the team turned their attention to the microbes living in people’s homes — on and in shower heads, drip pans, and hot water heaters. These rather extreme environments may have pressured microorganisms into surviving in ways that could be advantageous to humans. Science reporter Ari Daniel takes us on a treasure hunt in miniature.This episode was produced by Hannah Chinn. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.Interested in learning more about the weird and wonderful world of microbes? 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.
Dollar weakens after US prosecutors launch criminal investigation into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
The Golden Globes ceremony ignored politics. But their big winner taps today’s unhappy turbulence
One Battle After Another engages with the tense climate of the second Trump administration unlike any other contender
Starwatch: Behold Taurus, the Babylonian bull of heaven
Recorded in cave drawings as far back as 1000BC, this is one of the oldest zodiacal constellations to be recognised in its modern form
Lending to small businesses and low-income areas must expand, say Labour backbenchers
Senior politicians have tabled bill that would force UK banks to make affordable finance more accessible
The friendship secret: why socialising could help you live longer
Neuroscientist Ben Rein is on a mission to show that being around others not only feels good, but can even improve recovery from strokes, cancer and heart attacks. So why are so many of us isolated and glued to our phones?
NFL divisional round preview: 4 marquee matchups including No. 1 seeds Broncos and Seahawks joining in
NFL playoff field, divisional round weekend schedule: Seahawks to host 49ers, Broncos to host Bills
The NFC divisional round matchups are set, and we're getting a Seahawks-49ers rematch.
Golden Globes 2026: Worst-dressed celebrities on the red carpet
There was no shortage of high-fashion looks at the 2026 Golden Globes, but some stars, such as Jennifer Lopez, missed the mark with their outfits.
The Blogs: What the Iranian Uprising Taught Us About Performative Politics
From the blog of Erris Langer Klapper at The Times of Israel
Apple’s stock can climb 35% this year — if these four scenarios play out
The biggest bull on Apple’s stock is looking for the company to address its “invisible AI strategy’ and keep Tim Cook around as CEO for this transformative period.
Juan Soto Sends Message to Mets Teammate Amid MLB Offseason
Mets superstar Juan Soto had a message for his teammate on Sunday.
3 quick takeaways from 49ers upset over Eagles: Coaching matters
The 49ers got the upset it needed on Sunday.