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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.
Western Pacific Region achieves milestone: 19 countries complete comprehensive health information system assessments
The Health Information and Digital Health (HID) unit in the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific has successfully supported 19 countries, covering 99% of the Region’s population, to conduct comprehensive health information system (HIS) assessments, surpassing the regional target of 15 set for 2025 and advancing efforts toward universal health coverage. Using SCORE, a technical package of essential interventions, recommended actions, tool and resources developed by WHO and partners to address challenges in meeting HIS needs, these assessments systematically assess health data availability and quality, enabling countries to monitor trends, identify and respond to emerging health challenges, and improve policies and programmes for healthier families, communities and societies. The first round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2019-2021 in 14 countries in the Region and over 130 countries globally. The second round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2024-2025.SCORE assessments are a key priority identified by Member States and WHO at all levels, including within WHO-Country/Multi-Country Cooperation Strategies, the Regional Vision Weaving Health for Families, Communities and Societies in the Western Pacific Region (2025–2029), and the WHO Fourteenth General Programme of Work (GPW 14, 2025–2028). Within the Regional Vision, implementing SCORE assessments is a key action for technology and innovation to advance health equity (strand 5).The SCORE for Health Data technical package is based on five key interventions, represented by the acronym SCORE. Interventions S, C and O focus on strengthening core data sources. Survey (S) covers population-based health surveys, surveillance systems and censuses, including their capacity to monitor health-related SDGs. Count (C) focuses on birth, death and cause of death registration as parts of a functional CRVS system. Optimize (O) addresses routine health service data and key health service inputs such as health financing and health workforce.Interventions R and E focus on data use for action. Review (R) examines regular analytical reviews of health sector progress and performance, together with national analytical capacity. Enable (E) looks at the policy, governance, and digital foundations needed to support effective data use.The Western Pacific Region shows relatively strong performance in the Review (R) and Count (C) interventions. Most countries in the Region demonstrate good analytical reporting and institutional capacity for analysis and learning. More than two-thirds of countries show more mature CRVS systems, driven by improvements in birth and death registration. However, medical certification of cause-of-death remains a key gap, with limited or low coverage in over half of countries in the Region.Performance under the Survey (S) intervention is mixed. While surveillance systems are generally strong, several countries in the Region continue to face challenges in implementing their surveys and censuses. Monitoring health-related SDGs is still a challenge for more than a third of countries in the Region.The greatest challenges are observed in the Optimize (O) and Enable (E) interventions. More than half of countries have lower maturity levels in routine health service and resource systems. Two-thirds of countries also face challenges with effective use of data and evidence for policy and action, largely due to gaps in digital infrastructure, governance and legislation for health data systems, and especially in data and sharing.  As part of the SCORE methodology, multi-stakeholder consultations and validation workshops were conducted in many countries to review findings and plan strategies for HIS strengthening. The HID unit continues to provide targeted support to facilitate dialogue and assist countries in developing HIS improvement plans. These plans guide governments and partners to align investments and coordinate efforts for maximum impact.WHO also assists countries with tailored technical support to address key gaps as requested by countries/national health authorities. SCORE assessments should be conducted periodically to monitor progress in HIS strengthening, although progress across addressing gaps identified in SCORE should be continually tracked as countries implement improvements.Additional countries will be supported to implement SCORE in 2026. The Regional Vision delivery-for-impact target, endorsed by Member States, is for all countries and areas to have implemented SCORE assessments and have an increased SCORE index by 2029 while WHO is aiming for 80% of Member States in the Region to conduct round two assessments. Countries yet to complete assessments are therefore encouraged to contact the HID unit at the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific for tailored support.The implementation of SCORE HIS assessments in the Western Pacific Region was supported by The Gates Family Foundation.
Awesome Games Done Quick 2026 closes with £1.8m raised for Prevent Cancer Foundation and a 70-player relay in Super Mario 64 Replay
Awesome Games Done Quick 2026 has raised $2.44 million (£1.8m) for its latest cause, Prevent Cancer Foundation.
Samsung Galaxy S26: Leaked Exynos 2600 GPU benchmark compared with OnePlus 15
Leaked Exynos 2600 benchmarks of an actual Galaxy S26 offer an early look at the performance of the world’s first 2nm chipset. This includes the Xclipse 960 GPU benchmark, which can be compared to the Adreno 840 that is part of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 found inside the OnePlus 15.
Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir dies at 78
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Bob Weir, the guitarist and singer who as an essential member of the Grateful Dead helped found the sound of the San Francisco counterculture of the
Google killed its VPN a year ago — here is the privacy tool I replaced it with
After Google pulled the plug on its VPN, I found a better option
A new theory of gravity could explain cosmic acceleration without dark energy
The accelerating expansion of the universe is usually explained by an invisible force known as dark energy. But a new study suggests this mysterious ingredient may not be necessary after all. Using an extended version of Einstein’s gravity, researchers found that cosmic acceleration can arise naturally from a more general geometry of spacetime. The result hints at a radical new way to understand why the universe keeps speeding up.
CTech's Book Review: Demystifying the "how" of running a business
Daniel Kushner is the CEO and co-founder at Oktopost, which offers a B2B social media management platform. He has joined CTech to share a review of “Traction: Get A Grip On Your Business” by Gino Wickman.
UCare CEO salary topped $1M as the health insurer foundered
Compensation for Hilary Marden-Resnik declined, but still stood out given insurer’s failure. The CEO is stepping down with the Jan. 1 sale of UCare assets to a competitor.
Minnesota finds itself in an unwelcome, divisive political spotlight
Minnesota has found itself at the epicenter of the political world, reeling from tensions sparked by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer fatally shooting a woman — an incident that…
This Dinosaur Really Knew How to Get a Grip
A fossil of Manipulonyx reshetovi, found in a Mongolian desert, shows how the dinosaur used its specialized claw to snatch eggs.
Climate change has now shrunk US salaries by 12%. And worse is to come | BBC Science Focus Magazine
No matter where you live, a new study has found warmer temperatures are picking your pocket
How AI can detect health risks — just from the way you sleep
A new artificial intelligence model in the US, SleepFM, has found that patterns in human sleep can be used to predict a person's risk for around 130 diseases, including dementia and certain cancers.
Des Moines sports bar dedicated to women's sports to host lounge launch party
Heroics Sports Lounge is found in the old Juniper Moon space at 2005 Ingersoll Avenue. It opened its doors last weekend, but the launch party is Jan. 17.
Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir dies at 78
Bob Weir, guitarist, singer and founding member of the Grateful Dead, has died at age 78. Weir’s death was announced Saturday in a statement on his Instagram page. The statement
A room full of flu patients and no one got sick
In a striking real-world experiment, flu patients spent days indoors with healthy volunteers, but the virus never spread. Researchers found that limited coughing and well-mixed indoor air kept virus levels low, even with close contact. Age may have helped too, since middle-aged adults are less likely to catch the flu than younger people. The results highlight ventilation, air movement, and masks as key defenses against infection.
Logan legend: Jim Lane left mark on Mirror, area sports
A cornerstone of the Mirror who helped lay the foundation for local sports coverage is being fondly remembered. Jim Lane passed away at Homewood at Martinsburg on Monday. He was 85. His impact on the area sports scene dates back to 1960, when his career at the Mirror began. “When growing up in the Mirror […]
Intel Core Ultra X9 388H "Panther Lake" iGPU Doubles AMD "Strix Point" Performance in Cyberpunk 2077
Intel's "Panther Lake" chips, built on the 18A node, debuted at CES 2026, featuring Arc B390 integrated graphics. This launch shows that Intel is now commited to delivering some of the best-in-class iGPU performance. Digital Foundry has reported impressive performance claims from Intel. In Cyberpunk...
Lee County health officials warn of intestinal bacteria in the water at Lynn Hall Memorial Beach
Water-quality testing in Southwest Florida occasionally reports high concentrations of enterococcus bacteria, which are found inside the intestinal tracts of humans and animals, similar to the spike in the bacteria discovered off Fort Myers Beach this week.
Intel Panther Lake: Mobile Graphics, Entry-Level Desktop Performance
2026 looks set to deliver a laptop/handheld battle royale.
WA ranks dead last in business survival
A new study found that WA is dead last in the country for its business survival rate, concluding that nearly 60% of businesses fail in their first five years.
Oddball 'platypus galaxies' spotted by James Webb telescope may challenge our understanding of galaxy formation
Astronomers spotted nine galaxies with characteristics that have never been seen as a collection before. It's possible this is a newly found type of star-forming galaxy.
Dionysus and his erect penis depicted on 2,500-year-old bone stylus found in Sicily
Archaeologists in Sicily found a unique writing implement featuring a grumpy-faced god and his erect penis.
Board finds 'reasonable cause' Ferguson violated ethics law
An ethics investigation found "reasonable cause" to believe Gov. Bob Ferguson violated ethics rules in bringing former aide Mike Webb on a state plane.
New case of measles found in Rutherford County: NC health department
NC health department recommends anyone unvaccinated age 1 year and older receive measles vaccination to protect themselves and those around them.
Man, 52, dead in machinery accident at San Antonio business, officials say
The man, 52, was "struck by a piece of machinery," officials said. He was then found trapped under the tire of the machinery, and later died from his injuries.
Toms Shoes founder unveils new project highlighting mental health
The founder of Toms Shoes, Blake Mycoskie, has unveiled a new project aimed at raising awareness around mental health struggles. Inspired by his own battle with depression, Mycoskie launched a bracelet reminding people they are "enough," with proceeds going to mental health charities. NBC News' Chloe Melas sits down with the entrepreneur to discuss the new project and how his own struggles have brought him to where he is today.
Pittsburgh Penguins jersey auction to support youth sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation will auction special green Sports Matter jerseys on Saturday, Jan. 10, during a home game against the Calgary Flames at PPG Paints Arena, with proceeds supporting The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation Sports Matter program.
The Clicks co-founder explains who its tiny Communicator phone is for
Clicks is taking a swing at entering the mobile phone market.
Science sleuths think they found Leonardo da Vinci’s DNA
Advances in genetics might help us see what set the Renaissance man apart.
We’ve finally found the mental ‘brake’ behind procrastination | BBC Science Focus Magazine
A pesky “motivation brake” may control when we can be bothered to do something, and when we’d rather put it off.
Using AI, Mathematicians Find Hidden Glitches in Fluid Equations
A $1 million prize awaits anyone who can show where the math of fluid flow breaks down. With specially trained AI systems, researchers have found a slew of new candidates in simpler versions of the problem.
SGMC Health Names Willis Executive Director of Foundation
SGMC Health announces the promotion of Hilary Willis to Executive Director of the SGMC Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the health system.
Fetty Wap released early from federal prison
Rapper Fetty Wap has been released early from a federal jail, almost three years after he was found guilty of conspiracy to distribute cocaine.
My alcohol-free social events are for everyone, not just sober people
Sam Bail, the founder of Bright Nights Social, told Business Insider that demand is booming for her alcohol-free nightlife events in New York.
Scientists Found a Way to Supercharge the Immune System Against Cancer
Researchers have developed a new class of antibodies that amplify the immune system’s ability to fight cancer. By clustering immune receptors that normally receive weak signals from tumors, these four-pronged antibodies push T cells into full attack mode. In early studies, they outperformed conventional antibodies at activating cancer-killing immune cells. The work opens the door to more effective immunotherapy treatments.
A Financier’s Twist on Buying Influence: Bankrolling Ballot Measures
Brian Heywood, a Seattle-area hedge fund founder, has spent millions to put conservative initiatives in front of Washington lawmakers and voters. Next up: parental rights and transgender athletes.
Founders Market & Co. is first business to transition to employee ownership through Chip Cargas' nonprofit
In October, the employees of Lancaster-based Founders Market & Co. were brought into a meeting and given sweat equity grants, which promise an amount of ownership shares dependent on how
A galaxy cluster hotter than the surface of the sun is shocking researchers : Short Wave
Most astronomers agree that young galaxy clusters should be relatively cool compared to older ones. But researchers recently found a very young cluster that’s hotter than the surface of the sun. More on why the finding is so shocking, plus elephant’s remarkable sniffing abilities and a new discovery about butterfly migration in this episode of Short Wave. Interested in more science 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.
Coral reefs have a hidden daily rhythm scientists just discovered
Coral reefs appear to run a daily timetable for microscopic life in nearby waters. Scientists found that microbial populations above reefs rise and fall over the course of a single day, shaped by feeding, predation, and coral-driven processes. Some microbes peak during daylight, while others surge at night. These rhythms offer new clues about how reefs influence their surrounding environment.
UT Ranks No. 1 in U.S. for Research Funded by National Science Foundation
AUSTIN, Texas — The University of Texas at Austin is ranked No. 1 among U.S. universities for conducting the most research supported by the National
I finally found smart glasses I like wearing at CES
After getting motion sickness from most smart glasses, I'm happy to report that the Even G2 feel as good as they look.
Why saving money isn't enough for small business owners
Listen and subscribe to The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find your favorite podcast.Having enough capital is critical when running a business - but saving income isn't enough to help grow wealth... This week on The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore, Howard Enterprise founder and the Wall Street Trapper Leon Howard joins the show to answer the question: How can I use a Wall Street mindset for my business? Howard, a financial educator, shares his expert advice for entrepreneurs on how they can grow their wealth and business, and set themselves up for long term success. Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore takes you on a journey with America’s entrepreneurs as they navigate the world of small business. This post was written by Lauren Pokedoff
The Emerging Business Shift From Insight to Execution: How Autonomous AI Is Reshaping Enterprise Operations at Scale
Yet, according to Tahir Warraich, CEO of Fynite, the shift unfolding now is far more foundational. He explains that organizations are beginning to recognize that reporting, dashboards, and diagnostics are only the first step
3 things Trump did in 24 hours to show that he's in control of American business
“He’s taking an extreme left-wing position which looks like state capitalism,” said Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, a longtime corporate governance scholar and the founding dean of Yale’s Chief Executive Leadership Institute.
Trump pulls US out of key climate treaty, science body
President Donald Trump is withdrawing the United States from a foundational climate treaty as part of a sweeping exit from the UN system.
Supermajority, group organizing women around politics, is shutting down
Founders of the group, which started in 2019, pointed to the legacy of women organizers responding to the Trump administration and how the country thinks about gender.
WellSpan Health Announces Comprehensive Migration of Technology Portfolio to AWS
Add to FavoritesWellSpan Health, the leading health care system serving Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland, today announced plans for a comprehensive cloud migration of its full technology infrastructure. Together with Amazon Web Services (AWS) as its preferred cloud provider, WellSpan will transition its applications, data and environments from traditional data centers to AWS. This migration will establish the foundation for delivering next-generation, AI-enabled health care solutions that reduce administrative burden and improve outcomes for patients across the region and beyond. Supercharging Innovation, Efficiency and Patient Outcomes WellSpan's migration of systems and clinical applications, which serve 1.2 million patients across nine hospitals and 250+ facilities, is expected to be complete by April 2026, one of the fastest full-scale migrations in the health care industry. This transformation enables WellSpan to unify disparate data systems for care teams and patients alike, achieving operational efficiencies and care improvements that fragmented systems are unable to deliver. “Our comprehensive migration to the cloud accelerates our ability to deploy new clinical capabilities that transform patient care while advancing our overall innovation strategy,” said Roxanna Gapstur, Ph.D., R.N., president and CEO, WellSpan Health. “When a physician can access complete patient imaging in seconds instead of hours, we're not just modernizing technology—we're improving patient outcomes. Our new cloud infrastructure also enables us to quickly implement solutions that will free our clinicians from thousands of hours of administrative work annually so they can focus on what they do best: caring for our communities.” The transition allows WellSpan to move away from a data center-based model and enables the rapid deployment and scale of AI technology. WellSpan’s strategic partner, General Catalyst’s Health Assurance Transformation Company (HATCo), facilitated the collaboration with AWS to support the migration. WellSpan’s transformation journey benefits from HATCo’s specialized technology solutions, as well as General Catalyst and AWS’s significant partnership to improve patient outcomes, which was announced in January 2025. “Our decision to go all-in on AWS will enable insights and innovations impossible in traditional siloed environments,” said Kasey Paulus, executive vice president and chief operating officer, WellSpan Health. “This is the largest health care technology transformation in our region's history, and it positions WellSpan to be a premier partner for technology leaders across the country.” “WellSpan is building a foundation with AWS that will improve care and outcomes for patients across their health system by bringing data together into standardized formats that are optimized for AI applications,” said Dan Sheeran, vice president and general manager, Healthcare and Life Science, AWS. “To do this, it is essential to have the most secure and compliant cloud when handling patient data, along with AWS’s built-in AI governance and responsible AI frameworks that follow the industry’s highest standards to protect patient information. We look forward to continuing to work alongside WellSpan as they unlock the cloud and AI’s full potential to deliver exceptional care to their patients.” Key Benefits of the AWS Collaboration Full Portfolio Migration: WellSpan will transition its applications and data from on-premises data centers to AWS, including full IT environments and specialized applications for functions such as nursing, cardiology, pharmacy and the company’s supply chain systems. This represents approximately 7.5 petabytes of clinical and non-clinical data and more than 300 applications—the most comprehensive health system cloud migration in the Mid-Atlantic region. Approved Architectures: AWS will deliver secure, WellSpan-specific architectures tailored to each build, ensuring compliance and reliability across the health system. Unified, AI-Ready Data: Migrating to AWS enables WellSpan to harmonize data across separate systems, transforming unstructured clinical notes and multi-modal datasets into standardized, AI-ready formats. Accelerated Results and Improved Outcomes: Automated data normalization and processing will enable the deployment of applications that reduce turnaround times for items such as analyzing medical imaging or patient records from days to minutes, helping clinicians get patient results faster and improving overall health outcomes. Reduced Administrative Burden: The transition to AWS will enable swift deployment of AI-powered solutions that reclaim thousands of hours for WellSpan’s clinical and corporate teams, allowing them to focus on patient care rather than paperwork. Elastic Infrastructure: Cloud architecture will enable WellSpan to scale computing resources dynamically, supporting seasonal demand fluctuations without infrastructure investments, as well as the rapid deployment of new services across multiple locations simultaneously. Most Secure, Compliant Cloud: AWS offers the highest network availability of any cloud provider, with more than 166 HIPAA-eligible services and certifications for global compliance standards, including HITRUST CSF. Built-in AI governance and responsible AI frameworks ensure that WellSpan’s data is protected under the industry’s most rigorous standards. Tags:News releaseInnovation and partnerships
World Economic Forum survey shows doing business got tougher in 2025
Companies found it harder to do business in 2025 due to a deterioration in global cooperation on issues including trade, climate, technology and security, a survey published by the World Economic Forum showed on Thursday.
LEGO Says Smart Brick Won't Replace Traditional Play After CES Backlash
LEGO has responded to concerns that its newly announced Smart Brick technology represents a departure from the company's foundation in physical, non-digital play, a day after the official reveal at CES drew criticism from child development advocates. Federico Begher, SVP of Product, New Business, to...
Scientists tried to break Einstein’s speed of light rule
Einstein’s claim that the speed of light is constant has survived more than a century of scrutiny—but scientists are still daring to test it. Some theories of quantum gravity suggest light might behave slightly differently at extreme energies. By tracking ultra-powerful gamma rays from distant cosmic sources, researchers searched for tiny timing differences that could reveal new physics. They found none, but their results tighten the limits by a huge margin.
Scientists find exercise rivals therapy for depression
A large review of studies suggests that exercise can ease depression about as effectively as psychological therapy. Compared with antidepressants, exercise showed similar benefits, though the evidence was less certain. Researchers found that light to moderate activity over multiple sessions worked best, with few side effects. While it’s not a cure-all, exercise may be a powerful and accessible tool for many people.
Mapped: America's healthiest, least healthy states
A state-by-state report card, out today from the United Health Foundation, found encouraging signs.
Just 10 minutes of exercise can trigger powerful anti-cancer effects
A brief, intense workout may do more than boost fitness—it could help fight cancer. Researchers found that just 10 minutes of hard exercise releases molecules into the bloodstream that switch on DNA repair and shut down cancer growth signals. When these molecules were applied to bowel cancer cells, hundreds of cancer-related genes changed activity. The discovery helps explain how exercise lowers cancer risk and hints at future therapies inspired by movement.
Tuya Smart COO on Business Strategy, AI, IOT
Alex Yang, Co-founder, COO and CFO at Tuya Smart, discusses the company's business strategy and the integration of AI and IoT technologies. He speaks with Annabelle Droulers on "The Asia Trade". (Source: Bloomberg)
Seven takeaways from a new audit show major shortfalls in state monitoring of behavioral health grants
An audit found extensive problems with behavioral health grants and deeper concerns at the Department of Human Services.
Less than two years after stopping obesity drugs, weight and health issues return, study finds
When patients stop taking weight-loss medications, the beneficial effects of the drugs on weight and other health issues disappear within two years, a large analysis of earlier research has found.
Opinion | How the internet changed politics — and our lives — forever
Matthew Yglesias has been a disrupter his entire career. He started as an early adapter to the web, running a blog before blogs were a thing. He went on to co-found the media company Vox and has written all over the internet. He joins host Megan McArdle to discuss their career trajectories and how the internet has changed both media and politics.
Can You Build A Profitable Small Business On Main Street In 2026? Yes.
Founder Kate Assaraf of Dip is choosing to work almost exclusively with independent retailers. She's redirected $5 million into Main Street economies across the US.
Andy Friendly, Founding Producer at 'Entertainment Tonight' and Former CNBC Exec, Dies at 74
The Emmy-nominated producer Andy Friendly was also a programming executive for King World Productions
60,000-year-old poison arrows from South Africa are the oldest poison weapons ever discovered
Five quartz arrowheads found in a South African cave were laced with a slow-acting tumbleweed poison that would have tired prey during long hunts.
Scientists Discover Oldest Poison, on 60,000-Year-Old Arrows
Residues on arrow tips found in South Africa hint at how far back in history humans have been using poison for survival.
Americans generally like wolves − except when reminded of politics
Recent studies found that attitudes toward wolves became more polarized when people's political identies were activated.
Last common ancestor of modern humans and Neanderthals possibly found in Casablanca, Morocco
A collection of bones from Casablanca holds important new clues to the origins of modern humans and Neanderthals.
Logitech Blames 'Inexcusable Mistake' After Certificate Expiry Breaks macOS Apps
Logitech users on macOS found themselves locked out of their mouse customizations yesterday after the company let a security certificate expire, breaking both its Logi Options+ and G HUB configuration apps. Logitech devices like its MX Master series mice and MX Keys keyboards stopped working properly as a result of the oversight, with users unable to access their custom scrolling setup, button mappings, and gestures.
Hidden in storage, a University of Utah research associate happened upon the only known copy of this ‘revolutionary’ software
It took careful work to recover the UNIX V4 operating system from the 9-track magnetic tape. The software is foundational for most devices used today, including iPhones.
Intel Stock Is Soaring. Is the Turnaround Gamble Finally Paying Off?
Intel stock soared on Wednesday, extending a recent run-up fueled by increasing confidence in its foundry business.
Google co-founder moving business out of California ahead of proposed billionaire tax
‘Fox News @ Night’ panelists discuss calls for investigation into alleged fraud in California and the consequences of the state’s proposed billionaire tax.
Legislative auditor: Minnesota DHS employees backdated, created documentation in behavioral health grant program
Minnesota’s Department of Human Services (DHS) commissioner said the agency is investigating after the legislative auditor found employees in the agency’s Behavioral Health Administration backdated or created documentation during an audit that focused on the management of taxpayer-funded grants.
Billionaire Larry Page moves businesses amid California tax proposal
The Google cofounder has severed ties between California and several of his business entities, including his family office.
The Capital Region’s startup support squad
Every startup needs a hype crew—and the Capital Region has a bench that’s building momentum. From investor matchmakers and campus-based incubators to statewide initiatives designed to keep good ideas from leaving Louisiana, this is the support squad helping founders turn big ideas into real companies. NexusLA A statewide initiative aimed at bolstering Louisiana’s technology and […]
Fisher Auto Parts acquires 25-location parts business
Family-owned Smyth Auto Parts was founded in 1963 and has locations in Ohio, Kentucky and Tennessee.
Virtual National Science Foundation internships aren’t just a pandemic stopgap – they can open up opportunities for more STEM students
Students who participated in the virtual Research Experience for Undergraduates at Purdue reported stronger gains in research skills than in-person summer interns.
Virtual National Science Foundation internships aren’t just a pandemic stopgap – they can open up opportunities for more STEM students
Students who participated in the virtual Research Experience for Undergraduates at Purdue reported stronger gains in research skills than in-person summer interns.
Weavers sue former Uncle Nearest CFO alleging fraud
The founders of Uncle Nearest Tennessee Whiskey have filed a civil lawsuit against the company’s former CFO Michael Senzaki.
Heart health: Should you get your B12 from diet or supplements?
Vitamin B12 is a vital nutrient that plays numerous key roles in maintaining health. It is available in different forms and can be found in both food and supplements. A recent review suggests that the natural version could be more beneficial.
Nvidia Announces DLSS 4.5 - New Transformer Model Already Live
Ambitious "Dynamic Frame Generation" coming "Spring 2026."
Most Disruptive Business School Startups Of 2025
The most promising student-founded startups created at the world's top business schools this past year
Bomb-making supplies seized from West Allis business; Milwaukee man charged
A Milwaukee man faces a felony charge after police say they found materials to assemble multiple improvised explosive devices at his workplace.
MIT scientists investigate memorization risk in the age of clinical AI
MIT Jameel Clinic scientists have designed a series of tests to ensure that foundation models trained on electronic health records don't leak sensitive patient information when prompted by a bad actor.
Betelgeuse: Effect of Companion Star Wake
Scientists used NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope to look for evidence of a wake being generated by a companion star orbiting Betelgeuse. The team found a noticeable difference in light shown in the lefthand peak when the companion star was at different points in its orbit.
Video Health insurance premiums set to soar as ACA subsidies expire
Millions of Americans who rely on the Affordable Care Act marketplace could see their premiums double or triple after subsidies end, Kaiser Family Foundation correspondent Julia Appleby explains.
Amanda Seyfried had no idea why Timothée Chalamet thanked Kylie Jenner in awards speech
Amanda Seyfried wasn't sure why Timothée Chalamet thanked his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, for their 'foundation' during his Critics Choice Awards speech: 'I was curious about that.'
Sega co-founder David Rosen dies aged 95
Rosen, who led Sega from the 1960s into the 90s and who died on Christmas Day, was a hugely important figure in the history of arcade and home gaming
Wegovy obesity pill now available at pharmacies
Drugmaker Novo Nordisk said the prescription medicine can be found at a range of pharmacies, including CVS and Costco, as well as some telehealth providers.
Supreme Court Increasingly Favors the Rich, Economists Say
A new study found that the court’s Republican appointees voted for the wealthier side in cases 70 percent of the time in 2022, up from 45 percent in 1953.
❝After a year of disruption, global health needs leaders with backbone
Funding shocks, political U-turns and weakened institutions have laid bare the flaws in a global health architecture long overdue for reform – and the need for courageous leadership to stop it from unravelling, writes Priti Patnaik, global health journalist and founder of the Geneva Health Files.
❝After a year of disruption, global health needs leaders with backbone
Funding shocks, political U-turns and weakened institutions have laid bare the flaws in a global health architecture long overdue for reform – and the need for courageous leadership to stop it from unravelling, writes Priti Patnaik, global health journalist and founder of the Geneva Health Files.
Finally, I've Found a Worthy Successor to the Iconic 90s Tamagotchi
This virtual pet grows physically bigger the more you play with it.
Collapse of ‘zombie’ UK firms forecast to fuel unemployment in 2026
Businesses being hit by rising cost of interest rates, energy costs and wages, says Resolution Foundation
Everyday chemicals are quietly damaging beneficial gut bacteria
A large study has revealed that dozens of widely used chemicals can damage beneficial gut bacteria. Many of these substances, found in pesticides and everyday industrial products, were never thought to affect living organisms at all. When gut bacteria are stressed by these chemicals, some may also become resistant to antibiotics. The research raises new questions about how chemical exposure could be influencing human health behind the scenes.
Earth has been feeding the moon for billions of years
Tiny bits of Earth’s atmosphere have been drifting to the moon for billions of years, guided by Earth’s magnetic field. Rather than blocking particles, the magnetic field can funnel them along invisible lines that sometimes stretch all the way to the moon. This explains mysterious gases found in Apollo samples and suggests lunar soil may hold a long-term archive of Earth’s history. It could also become a valuable resource for future lunar explorers.
Physicists found hidden order in violent proton collisions
Inside high-energy proton collisions, quarks and gluons briefly form a dense, boiling state before cooling into ordinary particles. Researchers expected this transition to change how disordered the system is, but LHC data tell a different story. A newly improved collision model matches experiments better than older ones and reveals that the “entropy” remains unchanged throughout the process. This unexpected result turns out to be a direct fingerprint of quantum mechanics at work.
A legendary fossil is forcing scientists to rethink human origins
One of the most complete human ancestor fossils ever found may belong to an entirely new species, according to an international research team. The famous “Little Foot” skeleton from South Africa has long been debated, but new analysis suggests it doesn’t truly match any known Australopithecus species. Instead, researchers say its unique mix of features points to a previously unidentified human relative, reshaping ideas about early human diversity.
A missing flash of light revealed a molecular secret
Scientists have found a way to see ultrafast molecular interactions inside liquids using an extreme laser technique once thought impossible for fluids. When they mixed nearly identical chemicals, one combination behaved strangely—producing less light and erasing a single harmonic signal altogether. Simulations revealed that a subtle molecular “handshake” was interfering with electron motion. The discovery shows that liquids can briefly organize in ways that dramatically change how electrons behave.
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MeatEater founder links wild game to exercise and better health: 'High-protein diet'
MeatEater's Steven Rinella of Montana reveals why he believes wild game is the "healthiest food," arguing that the physical effort of harvesting it and avoiding processed ingredients delivers benefits beyond what Americans typically consider.
New Aspen business upcycles luxury designer brands
Killeen Brettman is combating overconsumption one designer piece at a time. With her newly founded company Deja Nu, Brettmann is upcycling brands that include Dior, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, and more, transforming them into vests and jackets that blend the luxury Aspen lifestyle with a newfound sustainability.