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White House hosts roundtable on rural health
The White House hosted a roundtable on rural health Jan. 16 that included health care leaders, legislators and administration officials.
Walmart shuffles top leadership team as 'AI rapidly reshapes retail'
Walmart is promoting four execs to new roles under new CEO John Furner, including US e-commerce chief David Guggina, who will head up the US division.
The Eugene Science Center plans to open an outdoor park to expand their exhibit space
The Eugene Science Center has been operating with the same 11,000 square foot space since moving to its current building in 1980. The center is planning to double its capacity with an Outdoor Science Park expansion this summer.
The Best Hobbies for Brain Health Have These 3 Things in Common, Neurologist Says
In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a neurologist reveals how to choose a hobby with the most potential brain benefits.
Trump economist Kevin Hassett: 'We're looking at one of the best years we've ever seen'
White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to outline President Donald Trump’s sweeping affordability agenda aimed at lowering mortgage rates, cutting credit card interest and boosting economic growth.
Former ASU quarterback earns NFL promotion for Carolina Panthers
Arizona State fans are happy about Kenny Dillingham, but they are also proud of an alumnus in the National Football League. Cardinals get interview with Robert Saleh for head coaching job in 2026 Mike Bercovici, a former quarterback of the Sun Devils, received a huge promotion from the Carolina Panthers.
Three consequences from the Jenrick defection
Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage may claim victory, but the latest move has ‘all-but ended the chances of any deal to unite the British right’
Michigan officially fired Sherrone Moore for his relationship with staffer and 'untruthful statements' in interviews
This week in HS Sports: Reclassification is near, what will it look like?
The AHSAA is still set to announce reclassification next week. What will that announcement include?
Billionaire tax sparks intraparty war in California
The proposal has divided Democratic politicians and stirred discord within organized labor.
Dos Equis revives ‘Most Interesting Man’ ads as beer sales struggle
Dos Equis is reviving its famous “The Most Interesting Man” advertising campaign after a decade in an effort to turn around the beleaguered brand.
Florida Chamber poll shows support for legalizing pot crashing to 4-year low
While a bare majority favors decriminalization, support falls well shy of the needed 60% to amend Florida's Constitution by referendum.
Ant and Dec launch their first podcast, Hanging Out, as part of new Belta Box platform
The pair will host Hanging Out as part of a new entertainment channel they are launching online.
Trump threatens military action in Minneapolis. And, inside his healthcare plan
President Trump threatens to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minnesota to stop protests happening in Minneapolis. And, the president unveils what he calls a new healthcare plan.
Tensions remain high in Minnesota as ACLU files lawsuit and Trump threatens Insurrection Act
Minnesota governor Tim Walz urges president to ‘stop this campaign of retribution’ as he threatens to deploy military
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Science Quiz: Extinct Animals and Strange Illnesses
Put your science knowledge to the test with this week’s news quiz. Play now.
NCAA adds flag football to Emerging Sports for Women program
Women's flag football has been added to the NCAA Emerging Sports for Women program, effective immediately, creating a pathway toward NCAA championship status as schools work toward the 40-sponsor threshold.
St. Louis Science Center cancels MLK Day showcase, halts YES teen program
One month ago today, the Saint Louis Science Center convened a meeting of staff assigned to its Community Science program—and then informed all of them they were being let go, effective immediately. The staffers supervised the science center’s long-running Youth Exploring Science program, better known as YES, which supports local students from underserved communities with […]
Trump’s health care plan excludes those with preexisting conditions
Trump is rolling out what he’s calling the “Great Healthcare Plan,” in efforts to make health care more affordable — but not everyone is included.
Why Jenrick’s Reform Defection Fractures UK Political Right
The dramatic sacking of a senior Conservative and his defection hours later to Nigel Farage's Reform UK all-but ended the chances of any deal to unite the British right, confirming the next general election as the most widely contested in decades. Some Tories had held out hopes they could forge a pact with the insurgent Reform party that has rapidly eclipsed them in voter affections. The fallout from leader Kemi Badenoch's shock decision to fire her rival Robert Jenrick on Thursday put that further from reach. Our UK Politics Reporter James Woolcock joined Caroline Hepker and Lizzy Burden on Bloomberg Radio to discuss. (Source: Bloomberg)
Lawmakers advance bill to dismantle Wyoming Business Council despite governor’s office objections
The legislative panel proposing to defund the economic development shop wants to shuffle some programs to other state agencies.
The Richmond diner that tracked Youngkin's political career
He publicly visited it at least seven times since launching his campaign in 2021.
Public Statement to Clarify Recent Reports Regarding the ASUS GeForce RTX™ 5070 Ti and RTX™ 5060 Ti 16 GB
ASUS clarifies reports on GeForce RTX 5070 Ti & RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB: Not discontinued! Supply fluctuations due to memory constraints. ASUS will continue support.
Small Minneapolis businesses hit hard by ICE crackdown, while corporations stay silent
Up and down Lake Street in the heavily Latino area of south Minneapolis, numerous mom-and-pop restaurants have hung up signs that say "No ICE," referring to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials who have been conducting frequent raids in the area. The federal actions have also prompted thousands in the streets to protest after ICE agents killed 37-year-old Renee Good in her vehicle last week.
Are our bodies full of microplastics or not? There’s a way to resolve this debate, and scientists must hurry
This week’s furore is microplastics researchers’ ozone moment. If they fail, the powerful plastics lobby will step into the breach, says science journalist and author Debora MacKenzie
Chinese scientists unlock possible key to dark matter after almost 90 years
Researchers have made the first direct observation of a quantum phenomenon known as the Migdal effect.
Teasing Apart The Causes And Early Signs Of Parkinson’s
Some Parkinson’s patients may experience strange symptoms, like smell loss and sleep disorders, decades before diagnosis.
NFL divisional playoff picks: Broncos defeat Bills; Seahawks advance
Sam Farmer makes his picks and predictions for the NFL divisional playoffs, with the Seahawks defeating the 49ers and the Rams prevailing over the Bears.
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.
Top two executives at City & Guilds placed on leave
Pair will be absent ‘for short period’ from vocational trainer, whose charity is under investigation by Charity Commission
What Is ‘Metabolic Health,’ and Why Does It Matter?
The definition is tricky, but the effects of poor metabolic health are clear — and can wreak havoc on the body.
Top Jeff Landry aide who shaped New Orleans policies is leaving to start a consulting firm
The staffer is likely to advise Gov. Jeff Landry in a political capacity on his duties as President Donald Trump's special envoy to Greenland.
With limited political power, Minnesota Democrats navigate resistance to Trump
From public pleas to lawsuits, Minnesota's Democratic leaders are trying to stop the surge of federal agents on their streets.
Disney stock lags as Bob Iger faces challenges in streaming, parks
Disney's stock is lagging despite CEO Bob Iger's comeback tour. Analysts broke down the reasons and the potential impact his successor could have.
Shadow minister replacing Robert Jenrick says Tories ‘let down’ the country in government
The new shadow justice secretary Nick Timothy said he was ‘sorry’ for how the Conservatives ‘handled certain things in those last few years’ in power
Andy Thomson crosses $400K mark in Boca Mayor's race following Q4 haul
'This fundraising milestone reflects the deep community support behind our campaign.'
The Minneapolis mayor ‘grabbed the megaphone’ and told ICE to leave his city. Trump doubled down instead
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey delivered a stern message one week ago to federal agents following the deadly shooting of a Minnesota woman who was protesting their efforts to round up immigrants in the state. “Get the f**k out of Minneapolis,” Frey said.
Jamie Carragher makes prediction ahead of Liverpool vs Burnley
Liverpool vs Burnley: Carragher’s Prediction Reflects Expectation More Than InsightLiverpool return to Premier League action this weekend with a familiar weight of assumption pressing down on them. ...
UK health regulator approves up to 7.2 mg weekly dose of Wegovy for obesity patients
Britain's health regulator approved a maximum dose of up to 7.2 miligrams per week of Novo Nordisk's blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy for patients with obesity only, it said on Friday.
Google is finally copying this Apple Watch feature for its Pixel Watch
An upcoming Android feature may alert you if your Pixel Watch gets left behind, though its real utility will be to alert you if it's stolen.
Working to Ensure Commercial Health Insurers Do Their Part to Support Patient Care
Every year tens of millions of Americans dig deep into their pocketbooks to pay for health insurance plans that will cover both preventive and necessary care for individuals and families.
10 breakthrough technologies to expect in 2026 : Short Wave
Wanna know where tech is headed this year? MIT Technology Review has answers. They compile an annual list called "10 Breakthrough Technologies". Today, host Regina G. Barber speaks with executive editor Amy Nordrum about the list, and they get into everything from commercial space stations and base-edited babies to batteries that could make electric vehicles even more green. We also do a lightning round of honorable mentions you won't want to miss out on!Check out the full list from MIT Technology Review.Interested in more science? Check out our episode on last year’s top 10 technologies to watch and our episode on building structures in space.Email us your questions at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited and fact-checked by Rebecca Ramirez. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.
Sports quiz of the week: Michael Carrick, Masters and Morocco v Senegal
Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, snooker, tennis, cricket, motor racing and futsal?
High school basketball: Tuesday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Tuesday's games.
AI will transform the ‘human job’ and enhance skills, says science minister
Patrick Vallance says robots would take away ‘repetitive’ tasks, but Sadiq Khan warns AI will usher in ‘new era of mass unemployment’
BP accused of ‘insidious’ influence on UK education through Science Museum links
Campaigners claim firm has bought sway over the teaching of science, technology, engineering and maths
Patrick Mahomes makes feelings about Matt Nagy perfectly clear
Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs failed to make the postseason this year, and now they may be losing their offensive coordinator.
Idaho State defeats Idaho 76-68
POCATELLO, Idaho (AP) Jamison Guerra's 21 points helped Idaho State defeat Idaho 76-68 on Thursday.
Is Trump regretting his battle with the Fed?
This week, Jonathan Freedland speaks to the economist Heather Boushey about why a fight with Wall Street might be one the president regrets
ChatGPT's AI Health-Care Push Has a Fatal Flaw
OpenAI and Anthropic have both announced big plans to enter healthcare, with a consumer-focused tool called ChatGPT Health and a version of the chatbot Claude that can help clinicians figure out a diagnosis and write medical notes. Notably absent from this flurry of announcements is Google. Its Gemini chatbot is one of the most popular and capable, so why not jump into the lucrative health market too? Perhaps because Google knows from experience that such an effort can backfire spectacularly.
Casting is dead. Long live casting!
Fifteen years after laying the groundwork for casting, Netflix has pulled the plug on the technology, but there’s still life left in second-screen playback control.
Kyle Tucker joins the Dodgers: Predicting the lineup with Ohtani, Betts and Freeman
Tucker joins an impressive roster that already includes Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman
Rockford small business owners weigh in as U.S. Chamber outlines economic outlook for 2026
As national business leaders gathered in Washinton D.C Thursday for the 2026 State of American Business Address, the message says the future of American business must be growth oriented, market driven and future focused.
Thunder 111, Rockets 91: Defending champs silence Houston’s offense
In a suffocating defensive performance, the Thunder (35-7) held Houston (23-15) to just eight points in the first 10 minutes of the fourth quarter.
The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy officially a ‘1&2 Pack’
The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy is actually two games in one, publisher Aniplex and developers Too Kyo Games and Media.Vision announced. The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy depicts the fi…
AppleInsider.com
Analyst Jeff Pu has provided a short spec sheet for the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Fold due in September, which corroborates several previous rumors.
NBC aims to make Sunday nights 'Must See TV' for sports
On a TV landscape ruled by live sports, NBC wants Sunday nights to become appointment viewing, with its NBA and MLB packages joining its longstanding NFL slate this year.
China’s slowing growth, bilateral tensions top US business concerns
Survey by American Chamber of Commerce in China finds that expectations for Sino-US ties have ‘improved significantly’.
Defiant Donna Deegan says staffer's ICE warning broke social media policy, but was legal
The Jacksonville mayor was upset that the incident became 'grist for the political mill.'
49ers-Seahawks Preview
RENTON, Wash. (AP) For the Seattle Seahawks to host another playoff game and move closer to the fourth Super Bowl appearance in franchise history, they will have to dispose of a familiar foe.
Federal mental health funding restored for programs in San Antonio, across US after abrupt reversal
Federal funding for mental health and addiction services will continue after a sudden reversal by the Trump administration — ending a brief but alarming period of uncertainty for nonprofits across the country, including in San Antonio.
Federal funding package includes $17 million for projects on Long Island
The funding reflects the work of Long Island's four House members and New York's two senators, mostly in joint efforts.
Texans-Patriots Preview
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) Drake Maye made his first NFL start against the Houston Texans. The New England Patriots' second-year quarterback has come a long way in the 15 months since.
Pittsburgh working to get businesses into empty storefronts before NFL Draft
As the NFL draft in April gets closer, the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership is working to get storefronts open.
Kirk Nahra Authors an Article on "Privacy and Security Law for Business Lawyers"
WilmerHale Partner Kirk Nahra examines the expanding and increasingly complex patchwork of U.S. privacy and security regulations in his recently published article, “Privacy and Security Law for Business Lawyers.”
Meditz Students Pitch Policy Solutions to Bridgeport Regional Business Council
Working in collaboration with the Bridgeport Regional Business Council (BRBC), undergraduate students in the “State & Local Politics” course taught by Gayle Alberda, PhD, in the John Charles Meditz College of Arts and Sciences, conducted in-depth research on high-priority regional issues and developed policy briefs designed to inform real-world decision-making.
Rams-Bears Preview
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) Ben Johnson spent plenty of time studying Sean McVay's offense, though not necessarily for a moment like this.
26 people charged in sports bribery scheme involving US university basketball players
The indictment alleges that over three years individuals influenced or fixed men's basketball games.
Trump’s health plan puts the blame on industry for high costs
The president is jettisoning the GOP’s corporate allies in a bid to inoculate his party from voters stressed by the cost of living.
Patrick Mahomes hopes to be ready for Week 1 after torn ACL, wants Chiefs to get back to 'winning culture'
Venezuela opposition leader Machado says she 'presented' her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump
The White House said President Trump met with María Corina Machado to have 'frank and positive discussion about what’s taking place in Venezuela.'
Number of Businesses in New York City Plunged Last Spring, Report Says
Roughly 8,400 businesses closed in the second quarter of 2025, according to the most recent city data, creating the largest net decline in business activity since before the pandemic.
Nick Reiner Was in a Yearlong Mental Health Conservatorship in 2020: Report
Nick Reiner reportedly was under a mental health conservatorship in 2020 and recently underwent a change in his medication due to side effects.
Inside Iowa Politics: The challenge of changing your property taxes
Republican leaders in the Iowa Legislature say property tax reform will be their top priority in 2026.
Kenny Chesney says he does 'a lot of witchcraft' to his body for health benefits
Kenny Chesney reveals he "does a lot of witchcraft stuff" to his body, including plasma exchange, cold plunges, and IV treatments in his wellness routine.
Senate bipartisan health care talks on thin ice
Senators left town Thursday sounding pessimistic about any breakthroughs in negotiations to extend expired Obamacare subsidies.
Walmart’s CEO of International Business to Depart Company
Walmart Inc. said Kathryn McLay, chief executive officer of the company’s international business, is stepping down.
The 5 CES Products Everyone Won't Stop Talking About on CNET
We saw it all at CES, from laundry-folding robots to sex bots. These are the five products that topped our headlines.
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.
Exclusive | RFK Jr.’s Health Department Is Studying Health Effects of Cellphones
Government webpages saying cellphones aren’t dangerous have been quietly removed.
Gene Munster Says Apple's Move From OpenAI's ChatGPT To Google Gemini Significantly Raises Chances Of New Siri Succeeding: 'Nice Job'
On Tuesday, Deepwater Asset Management's managing partner Gene Munster said that Apple Inc.'s (NASDAQ:AAPL) switch from OpenAI's ChatGPT to Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google Gemini gives Siri a much stronger chance of success. Apple Partners With Google Gemini To Reinvent Siri Munster took to X and said, "Odds of new Siri succeeding just went up," while praising Apple CEO Tim Cook for turning long-standing Siri shortcomings into an opportunity for future device and services gro
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.
Luke Littler: World champion beats veteran Paul Lim in Bahrain
World champion Luke Littler brushes aside veteran Paul Lim 6-1 to reach the quarter-finals of the Bahrain Masters.
Big problems in a big world : The NPR Politics Podcast
Between pledging support for protesters in Iran, calling once again for the U.S. annexation of Greenland, and meeting with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, it's been a busy week for President Trump on the global stage. We look at why the White House wants to be involved in so many geopolitical issues despite the president's campaign pledges to be less invested in global affairs, and what outcomes the Trump administration wants in each location.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and national security correspondent Greg Myre.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs. 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.
Trump health care plan doesn't help people facing skyrocketing ACA premiums
President Trump announced a plan that addresses drug costs and health savings accounts, but not the health insurance premium spikes millions of Americans are facing.
‘Absolutely no detail’: experts alarmed as Trump unveils healthcare plan
Months after Trump boasted of ‘concepts of a plan’, framework offers few specifics – and could stall in Congress
WATCH: Leavitt doubts whether Gov. Walz's offer to speak with Trump is 'genuine'
Leavitt noted that, as of 30 minutes before Thursday’s White House news briefing, Trump had not spoken with Walz.
NBA All-Star 2026: Picking the Western Conference starters
Trump admin warns of 'widescale doxxing' of ICE if House Dem's new bill passes
Trump administration fires back at Bronx congressman's QR code plan for ICE agents, calling it a 'doxxing campaign' to protect 'criminal illegal aliens.'
Did a Supreme Court Loss Embolden Trump on the Insurrection Act?
In refusing to let the president deploy National Guard troops in Illinois under an obscure law, the justices may have made him more apt to invoke greater powers.
On Renee Good, ICE, Zohran Mamdani, and the Politics of Domination vs. Vulnerability
“That’s fine, dude. I’m not mad at you.” Gun shots. “Fuckin’ bitch.” By now, you have likely heard Renee Good’s last words, said with great vulnerability to ICE agent Jonathan Ross, right before h…
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.