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New research challenges the cold dark matter assumption

Dark matter, one of the Universe’s greatest mysteries, may have been born blazing hot instead of cold and sluggish as scientists long believed. New research shows that dark matter particles could have been moving near the speed of light shortly after the Big Bang, only to cool down later and still help form galaxies. By focusing on a chaotic early era known as post-inflationary reheating, researchers reveal that “red-hot” dark matter could survive long enough to become the calm, structure-building force we see today.

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Jan 14 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Retired Georgia couple hit with $39,000 health insurance bill after ACA subsidies end

Barbara Brockway and Matt Padula's monthly insurance premiums have doubled after the lapse of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies.

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Jan 14 • 6:18 PM EST • Health • cbsnews.com
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Forget the Startup Grind — Millennials Are Taking a Shortcut to Business Ownership

Buying an existing business and stepping into its leadership has become a popular way to get a foot in the door to ownership.

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Jan 14 • 6:00 PM EST • Business • entrepreneur.com
Recovery grants available for East Side merchants who lost business after Brown shooting

Recovery grants will soon become available to help Providence East Side businesses impacted during the roughly five-day manhunt for the gunman responsible for killing two students and injuring nine others at Brown University in December.

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Jan 14 • 4:59 PM EST • Business • rhodeislandcurrent.com
Asad Ayaz Named Disney’s First-Ever Chief Marketing & Brand Officer; Oversee Now Includes Studio Entertainment, Experiences & ESPN

Asad Ayaz Becomes Disney's First-Ever Chief Marketing & Brand Officer; Oversee Now Includes Studio Entertainment, Experiences & ESPN

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Jan 14 • 4:15 PM EST • Entertainment • deadline.com
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Offside and VAR: Is Arsene Wenger's daylight idea the solution?

Is the offside law about to change to Arsene Wenger's daylight idea? And should football make that change just because of VAR?

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Jan 14 • 12:00 PM EST • Sports • bbc.com
Spectator-in-chief: Trump's history with U.S. sports

He's become a somewhat expected fixture at major sporting events.

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Jan 14 • 11:59 AM EST • Sports • axios.com
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Zoe Saldaña is now the highest-grossing actor of all time

Zoe Saldaña has officially become the highest-grossing actor of all time at the worldwide box office, with her films collectively earning $15.47 billion.

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Jan 14 • 11:58 AM EST • Entertainment • scrippsnews.com
Shop for small businesses shuts after low sales

The businesses' co-owner says it is because of a lack of sales and high overheads.

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Jan 14 • 11:57 AM EST • Business • bbc.com
UW Professor’s Book Helps Academics Better Teach Students Science Writ

A University of Wyoming faculty member wants to help college students become better writers of science by giving academics the tools necessary to do so.

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Jan 14 • 11:13 AM EST • Science • uwyo.edu
How “tribology” became a new industrial science

The deep study of friction and surfaces — so crucial to industrial manufacture — emerged from a mid-century engineering conference.

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Jan 14 • 9:00 AM EST • Science • bigthink.com
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Scientists finally uncover why statins cause muscle pain

A new discovery may explain why so many people abandon cholesterol-lowering statins because of muscle pain and weakness. Researchers found that certain statins can latch onto a key muscle protein and trigger a tiny but harmful calcium leak inside muscle cells. That leak may weaken muscles directly or activate processes that slowly break them down, offering a long-sought explanation for statin-related aches.

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Jan 14 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Antrum Recognized for Shaping the Future of Patient Care

Becker’s Healthcare recognizes top nurses.

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Jan 14 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • conehealth.com
New outdoor sports complex striving to become Boston’s next social hot spot

Featuring pickleball, padel and more, Ballers is hoping to build "a wellness center for people that want to be outdoors."

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Jan 14 • 5:50 AM EST • Sports • masslive.com
Arc Raiders and Detroit: Become Human top sellers over the holiday period, say analysts

Extraction shooter sells over four million copies across Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox in December 2025, according to Video Game Insights

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Jan 14 • 5:30 AM EST • Technology • gamesindustry.biz
The long-term health impacts from the LA wildfires are just becoming clear

The fires affected millions of people in the region. It could take years to understand the health consequences, but ongoing research is helping to prepare people to weather the next fires more safely.

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Jan 14 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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Little T’s Mini Golf & More named 2025 Entertainment Venue of the Year

What started as a dream inspired by a coffee shop in North Carolina has become one of the Twin Lakes area's favorite family destinations. The Mountain Home Observer has named Little T's Mini Golf & More the 2025 Entertainment Venue of the Year for its commitment to affordable family fun, community fundraising and inclusive employment. Scott

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Jan 14 • 2:58 AM EST • Entertainment • mhobserver.com
A Step Too VAR!

“This is all a personal view, but I’m sure there are thousands of fans out there who think that with modern technology we’ve gone a step too VAR”, writes John Wilson.

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Jan 14 • 1:00 AM EST • Sports • rokerreport.sbnation.com
Royal Society president reignites Elon Musk row by defending lack of action

Society should only eject fellows for fraud or other defects in their research, says Paul Nurse

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Jan 14 • 12:00 AM EST • Science • theguardian.com
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Heat's Erik Spoelstra becomes longest-tenured active coach in major U.S. sports

Erik Spoelstra, Miami's coach since 2008, is now the longest-serving active coach in the four major U.S. sports leagues.

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Jan 13 • 10:23 PM EST • Sports • nba.com
Nikki Glaser avoided political jokes while hosting Golden Globes because they’re ‘not funny’

Nikki Glaser explains why she avoided political jokes while hosting the Golden Globes, saying politics 'isn't funny' and describing the challenge of striking the right tone.

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Jan 13 • 3:39 PM EST • Politics • foxnews.com
Lawmakers question Coast Guard official about tanker seizures, boat strikes

The “shadow fleet” of nearly 1,000 vessels poses environmental and safety risks because the boats are often poorly maintained, according to the International Maritime Organization

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Jan 13 • 3:30 PM EST • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
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Classified legal memo argues Trump wasn’t constrained by US or international law for Maduro capture operation

A new classified legal opinion produced by the Justice Department argues that President Donald Trump was not limited by domestic law when approving the US operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro because of his constitutional authority as commander-in-chief and that he is not constrained by international law when it comes to carrying out law enforcement operations overseas, according to sources who have read the memo.

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Jan 13 • 3:12 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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How John Kennedy, a G.O.P. Senator, Became a Best-Selling Book Author

Senator John Kennedy, a garrulous rank-and-file Republican from Louisiana, has struck a nerve with a new book that provides an insider account of Congress and its dysfunction.

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Jan 13 • 3:08 PM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
Prof. Dorit Reiss Wins National Award for Distinguished Service in Health Law - UC Law San Francisco (Formerly UC Hastings)

Professor Dorit Reiss, who brings legal expertise to public health debates, has received a national award for her lasting contributions to the field as a scholar, policy adviser, and mentor. Faculty Who Lead: Dorit Reiss Professor Dorit Reiss receives the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the AALS Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care. She is a leading expert on vaccine law, advising policymakers and providing expert analysis to journalists. Reiss mentors future health law scholars and combats misinformation online through evidence-based public education. Professor Dorit Reiss, a leading voice on vaccine law and policy, has won a national award recognizing her contributions to health law. She received the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care. Presented at the AALS Annual Meeting in January, the award honors sustained service to public health and the health law academy through advocacy, public education, and mentorship. In presenting the award, Professor Doron Dorfman of Seton Hall Law School, chair-elect of the AALS Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care, described Reiss as “a committed public health advocate who has used her expertise to influence vaccine policy, research, and practice at both the state and federal levels for nearly two decades.” Reiss leads a widely read vaccine law listserv that provides real-time updates on litigation, regulatory developments, advisory committee proceedings, and public comment opportunities. The resource has become an important tool for lawyers, scholars, journalists, and public health professionals tracking fast-moving developments in vaccine policy. Her service extends to policymaking as well. She has supported vaccine-related legislation in California, testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on vaccine mandates and non-medical exemptions, and serves on the Parent Advisory Board of Voices for Vaccines, a parent-led organization focused on reducing vaccine-preventable disease. Dorfman also highlighted Reiss’ active role in robust debates over vaccine safety and related laws and policies. “She directly engages misinformation by responding to anti-vaccination claims on social media with careful, evidence-based rebuttals,” Dorfman said. As federal vaccine policy undergoes significant change, Reiss has become a trusted source for major national news outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and CNN, which regularly seek her expert analysis on new policies and decisions. Dorfman noted that Reiss is widely respected for her mentorship of health law faculty and scholars. “She is consistently generous with her time—approachable, willing to provide feedback, and a mentor to many in the field, including myself,” he said. At UC Law SF, Reiss brings the spirit of public service into the classroom, helping students understand how legal frameworks translate into real-world public health outcomes. She holds the James Edgar Hervey ’50 Chair of Litigation, a position that recognizes faculty excellence in the field of litigation. The Distinguished Service Award highlights her sustained commitment to evidence-based vaccine policy, public education, and mentorship during a pivotal time for public health law.

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Jan 13 • 3:01 PM EST • Health • uclawsf.edu
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Herkimer and Dolgeville Health Survey Postcards Set to Be Sent to 300 Randomly Chosen Households

Herkimer County HealthNet and Bassett Medical Center Research Institute are inviting residents of Herkimer and Dolgeville to take part in a new community health survey.

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Jan 13 • 12:34 PM EST • Health • wktv.com
Hytale has officially opened its early access to hungry pixel MMO players today

As of 10 a.m. EST this morning, Hytale is officially back in business and playable for everyone who ponied up the early access fee, following a cancellation and comeback story that was a highlight of 2026. How many people are in there? We don’t know because the game’s early access isn’t on Steam – yet […]

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Jan 13 • 11:00 AM EST • Technology • massivelyop.com
‘Are You The One?’ Producer Lighthearted Entertainment Acquired By Blink49 Studios

The move bolsters Blink49’s expansion into the unscripted business with Rob LaPlante and Jeff Spangler becoming Co-Presidents, Formats, Blink49.

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Jan 13 • 11:00 AM EST • Entertainment • deadline.com
Tamika Catchings becomes Pacers Sports & Entertainment ambassador

Pacers Sports & Entertainment has hired former WNBA star and current ESPN broadcaster Tamika Catchings as an official ambassador, where she will accentuate business initiatives and be a public presence for the Fever, Pacers and G League Noblesville Boom.

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Jan 13 • 8:58 AM EST • Entertainment • sportsbusinessjournal.com
macOS 26 windows are hard to resize because they aren't really rounded

One of the things I noticed after upgrading to macOS 26 was that I would sometimes fail when trying to...

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Jan 13 • 8:23 AM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Ubisoft Layoffs Impact Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft Stockholm Employees

Ubisoft confirms restructuring at Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft Stockholm. 55 roles may be affected by the changes.

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Jan 13 • 8:11 AM EST • Entertainment • vice.com
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The science of support: Justin Lavner’s work to improve relationships and well-being

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”text-container first-paragraph”] Long before he became a leading voice in relationship science, Justin Lavner was simply fascinated by people. “I’ve always been interested in understanding why people are the way they are,” said Lavner, a professor and the director of clinical training in the University of Georgia’s Franklin College of Arts and Sciences’ … Continue reading “The science of support: Justin Lavner’s work to improve relationships and well-being”

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Jan 13 • 8:00 AM EST • Science • research.uga.edu
Inside Tribeca's 'dental longevity' clinic, where your mouth holds...
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Jan 13 • 8:00 AM EST • Health • nypost.com
Trump 'immediately' imposes 25% tariffs on countries that do business with Iran, including China

The announcement appears to mean goods from China, a major trading partner of both Iran and the United States, would become significantly more expensive to import.

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Jan 13 • 7:18 AM EST • Business • abc7ny.com
Trump 'immediately' imposes 25% tariffs on countries that do business with Iran, including China

The announcement appears to mean goods from China, a major trading partner of both Iran and the United States, would become significantly more expensive to import.

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Jan 13 • 7:18 AM EST • Business • abc7chicago.com
Trump 'immediately' imposes 25% tariffs on countries that do business with Iran, including China

The announcement appears to mean goods from China, a major trading partner of both Iran and the United States, would become significantly more expensive to import.

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Jan 13 • 7:18 AM EST • Business • abc7news.com
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How a meniscal transplant made me a Boston sports fan

Ashley was 10 when she became the youngest person to receive a meniscal transplant and was able to walk again.

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Jan 13 • 7:03 AM EST • Sports • answers.childrenshospital.org
Supreme Court weighs state restrictions on transgender student-athletes

The conservative-majority court hears arguments on challenges to laws in West Virginia and Idaho that bar transgender students from participating in girls' or women's sports.

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Jan 13 • 5:00 AM EST • Sports • nbcnews.com
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The ozone layer is still healing…thanks to science : Short Wave

In the mid-1980s, scientists published a startling finding–a giant hole in the ozone layer over Antarctica. That’s the protective shield that blocks large amounts of harmful UV radiation. And without it, the rate of cancer, cataracts and crop failure would skyrocket. Today on the show, we dive into ozone science and examine how scientists successfully sounded the alarm and solved an Antarctic mystery.Check out our episode on an Antarctic plankton mystery. And, listen to our monthly series Nature Quest.Interested in more atmospheric science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Becky Brown.

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Jan 13 • 3:00 AM EST • Science • npr.org
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Klarna CEO backs Trump's 10% credit card cap

Even people who don't use credit cards pay more for everyday goods because merchants raise prices to cover card fees, said Klarna's CEO.

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Jan 13 • 12:48 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Oakland community calls on city to prevent illegal dumping, citing health impacts

On the 311 Service Request Hotline, the city of Oakland reported more than 25,000 calls for service at illegal dumping sites in 2025. And so far this year, they received more than 150 calls.

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Jan 12 • 9:26 PM EST • Health • cbsnews.com
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Endocrinology — Uniting the Legacy and Future of Basic Endocrine Science

Read the inaugural editorial from Endocrinology’s new Editor-in-Chief, Manuel Tena-Sempere, MD, PhD, outlining the vision for the journal to continue its high-quality standards spanning foundational, translational, and preclinical research investigating endocrine and metabolic function in health and disease while becoming more influential and attractive for a wider array of scientists worldwide.

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Jan 12 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • endocrine.org
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.

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Jan 12 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Luis Sepúlveda named chair of state Senate Judiciary Committee

Sepúlveda, who represents the 32nd Senate District in the Bronx, becomes the first Latino to hold the position.

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Jan 12 • 4:47 PM EST • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
THE WEEK OF JAN 12, 2026

- Fundamental research restrictions at DOD - US withdrawing from climate agreements - Congress holding multiple science hearings

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Jan 12 • 3:06 PM EST • Science • aip.org
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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.

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Jan 12 • 2:21 PM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Ben Johnson’s 28-3 message changed the Bears forever

A training camp lesson sparked a mindset shift as Chicago rallied from the brink, reshaping its season through late-game poise and a historic playoff comeback

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Jan 12 • 1:45 PM EST • Sports • sportingnews.com
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 […]

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Jan 12 • 12:00 PM EST • Science • pvamu.edu
Maren Morris says she ‘lost a lot of fans’ because of her political views

Maren Morris reveals how her outspoken political views cost her fans, friends and financial standing in country music industry over the past decade.

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Jan 12 • 11:20 AM EST • Politics • foxnews.com
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How US politics is affecting international travel

As tourism to the US plunges because of perceived risks, some travellers are now second-guessing whether it's safe to visit destinations Trump has recently threatened.

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Jan 12 • 8:00 AM EST • Politics • bbc.com
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.

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Jan 12 • 7:03 AM EST • Politics • detroitnews.com
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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.

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Jan 12 • 7:02 AM EST • Business • desmoinesregister.com
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A Honda-Sony joint car project shows off 2nd EV prototype focused on entertainment

As is becoming traditional for Sony Honda Mobility, details on the car part of the car are scarce.

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Jan 12 • 5:05 AM EST • Entertainment • marketwatch.com
Fulham 3-1 Middlesbrough

A great first round win against a strong Championship side. We're still on this stunning run of form that we can hopefully bring into the Premier League and the next round of the FA Cup. Alan: Could have started with Tom Cairney because he ran the show when he came on.

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Jan 12 • 3:46 AM EST • Sports • bbc.com
BoA Parts Ways With SM Entertainment After 25 Years

Singer BoA is concluding her 25-year journey with her agency SM Entertainment. On January 12, SM Entertainment issued an official statement announcing, “After extensive and in-depth discussions with BoA, we have agreed to conclude our 25-year partnership as of December 31, 2025.” Read the full statement below: Hello, this is SM Entertainment. First, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to Jumping BoA (BoA's official fan club) and everyone who has always loved and supported artist BoA. After extensive and in-depth discussions with BoA, we have agreed to conclude our 25-year journey together as of December 31, 2025. Debuting in 2000 at the age of 13, BoA has, now past the 25th anniversary of her debut, been beloved by global music fans as an “icon of global expansion” who pioneered the Korean Wave across Asia and as the “Star of Asia,” and she has become a role model for countless junior artists driving the K-pop boom. As a trailblazer and pioneer, BoA’s journey has shone thanks to her relentless effort and passion, leaving brilliant achievements and unparalleled records. From her extraordinary debut that wrote a new chapter in Korean popular music history to her present growth as a No.1 artist and producer, we remember every moment, and it has been a true honor for our company to walk alongside her every step of the way. For 25 years, BoA has been, without question, the pride, joy, and symbol of SM. Although our exclusive contract is coming to an end, we will continue to support BoA as she fully demonstrates her capabilities in the new activities and challenges ahead, and we hope she will shine even brighter as the “Star of Asia.” We ask for your continued love and support for BoA as she embarks on this new chapter. We also support the future of Kwon BoA the person, beyond the artist, and sincerely wish her happiness. Thank you. The agency also released a tribute video commemorating BoA's 25-year long journey with SM. Watch the full video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjLQFtT3dCk Following the announcement, BoA took to her Instagram to share her feelings as below: Having given and received without holding back, I leave without regrets.I’m grateful for the time we shared and will continue to support the ever-shining SM Entertainment. Thank you. https://www.instagram.com/p/DTZxmAeEk6f/?img_index=1 Wishing BoA all the best on her new journey! Source (1)

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Jan 12 • 3:13 AM EST • Entertainment • soompi.com
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Perfectionism and competitive sport increase the risk of exercise addiction, study finds

Physical exercise is one of the main recommendations for maintaining good health. However, when practiced compulsively and without control, it can become a problem: exercise addiction.

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Jan 12 • 3:00 AM EST • Sports • medicalxpress.com
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.

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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.

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Misguided overtime law hampers Colorado agriculture

The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 sets federal standards for employees including minimum wage, child labor and overtime. Agricultural workers have been largely exempted from the overtime requirements because during key portions of the growing season, there is a small window of time that requires more hours and more labor than the majority of […]

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Jan 12 • 12:05 AM EST • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Galaxy S26 with Exynos 2600 makes first Geekbench appearance

For the first time, Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 has surfaced on Geekbench with the Exynos 2600 processor. The first listing alone revealed the phone’s graphics capabilities, backed by Samsung Xclipse 960 GPU. This listing is important because it’s the first time the company’s latest in-house AP is featured in a real device. The company has […]

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Jan 11 • 9:37 PM EST • Technology • sammyfans.com
As China’s companies expand overseas, entrepreneurs want the passports to match

Local residency is becoming an essential asset for China’s business owners as they go abroad, granting benefits and networking opportunities.

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Jan 11 • 9:00 PM EST • Business • scmp.com
The 10,000 steps a day rule is a myth science reveals the real optimal number - Futura-Sciences

For years, makers of smartwatches and fitness trackers have pushed the idea that we should all walk 10,000 steps a day. The number has become a pop-culture benchmark, yet study after study has shown that ... Read more

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Jan 11 • 9:00 PM EST • Science • futura-sciences.com
Trump Says Civil Rights Led to White People Being ‘Very Badly Treated’

President Trump’s comments were a blunt distillation of his administration’s racial politics, which rest on the belief that white people have become the real victims of discrimination in America.

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Jan 11 • 5:36 PM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
Why Ford Mustang Fans Are Still Salty The Boss 351 Beat The 429 Cobra Jet In 1971

It still burns Mustang fans that Motor Trend's 1971 comparisons say the Boss 351 was quicker than the 429 Cobra Jet because hey feel the tests weren't fair.

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Jan 11 • 5:25 PM EST • Technology • jalopnik.com
How Stranger Things could inspire a new generation of physicists

Scientists hope the Netflix hit will encourage more teenagers to study physics because it explores wormholes, string theory and parallel worlds

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Jan 11 • 2:30 PM EST • Science • thetimes.com
This Week in Missouri Politics

Scott Faughn is joined by President Pro Tem Cindy O’Laughlin, Speaker Jon Patterson, House Minority Leader Ashley Aune and Senate Minority Leader Doug Beck

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Jan 11 • 12:00 PM EST • Politics • themissouritimes.com
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5 things to know about Helena Moreno as she becomes next mayor of New Orleans

Moreno will be the first Latina mayor of New Orleans. Watch our video to learn more.

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Jan 11 • 10:44 AM EST • Politics • nola.com
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Power Supplies and CPU Coolers are Next For Price Hikes, 6-10% Increase Expected

With the cycle of DRAM and GPUs becoming more expensive just beginning, it seems the next step in the price increase trend is the most basic PC building parts like power supplies and CPU coolers. According to Guangzhou Xinhongzheng Electronic Technology Co., Ltd, a leading electronics manufacturer i...

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Jan 11 • 10:27 AM EST • Technology • techpowerup.com
Computer model locks in 49ers vs. Eagles picks, score prediction, SGP

How to bet San Francisco 49ers vs. Philadelphia Eagles in NFL Wild Card action

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Jan 11 • 9:42 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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As health insurance costs go up, El Paso families make tough choices

Texans are seeing insurance premiums rise as health care services become more expensive.

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Jan 11 • 9:00 AM EST • Health • elpasomatters.org
Transgender teen athlete in a Supreme Court fight knows the upcoming sports season could be her last

WASHINGTON (AP) — Becky Pepper-Jackson finished third in the discus throw in West Virginia last year though she was in just her first year of high school. Now a 15-year-old sophomore, Pepper-Jackson is aware that her upcoming season could be her last.

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Jan 11 • 7:33 AM EST • Sports • wral.com
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Transgender teen athlete in a Supreme Court fight knows the upcoming sports season could be her last

Becky Pepper-Jackson is a 15-year-old in West Virginia who knows the upcoming sports season could be her last

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Jan 11 • 7:28 AM EST • Sports • abcnews.go.com
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Business datebook for Dallas-Fort Worth for the week of Jan. 11

Earnings and important economic reports, and a Texas murder mystery.

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Jan 11 • 7:00 AM EST • Business • dallasnews.com
Caddo Magnet student recognized nationally for science research. 'exceptional promise' in STEM

A Caddo Parish Magnet High School senior, Maya Trutschl, received national recognition for her innovative research, becoming one of the Top 300 Regeneron Science Talent Search 2026 Scholars.

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Jan 11 • 6:00 AM EST • Science • shreveportbossieradvocate.com
Gov. Jared Polis is Rodney Dangerfield

Hang onto your wallet, it’s a Colorado legislative session. And the loneliest person under the Gold Dome is Jared Polis, a governor without a nation. This will be the last regular session of his limited two terms, and he has managed to become disliked by just about everyone. Of course, no matter how often he […]

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Jan 11 • 3:00 AM EST • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Let’s solve health care woes on Earth before eyeing space ambulances

Sending unwell people into space just because they can afford the trip is just as irresponsible as sending unfit people to climb Mount Everest.

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Jan 11 • 2:20 AM EST • Health • bostonglobe.com
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Med Center Health hosts annual Health & Wellness Expo

Med Center Health's annual Health & Wellness Expo featured dozens of vendors, free health screenings and debuted a new test kitchen demonstration focused on practical healthy cooking as the organization approaches its 100th anniversary.

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Jan 10 • 11:38 PM EST • Health • wbko.com
Alex Bregman signs with Cubs: Third baseman inks five-year, $175 million contract with Chicago, per report

Bregman opted out of the final two years of his Red Sox deal to become a free agent again this winter

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Jan 10 • 10:43 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Indian-origin mathematician Nalini Joshi named New South Wales’ Scientist of the Year | - The Times of India

Science News: Indian-origin mathematician Nalini Joshi has been named New South Wales’ Scientist of the Year, becoming the first mathematician to receive the state’.

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Jan 10 • 4:13 PM EST • Science • timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Global data gaps highlight why citizen science has now become essential for official statistics

For more than three decades, DHS provided vital demographic and health data on population, health, HIV, and nutrition in over 90 countries. Its termination leaves major gaps in tracking the UN Sustainable ...

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Jan 10 • 3:00 PM EST • Science • phys.org
‘We cannot continue to lose our women’: A community mourns as a midwife’s death highlights a crisis in Black maternal health

Janell Green Smith, a certified nurse-midwife and doctor of nursing practice in South Carolina, chose her career because of her concern about Black women’s health. Less than a week after giving birth, she died.

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Jan 10 • 8:00 AM EST • Health • cnn.com
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The under-the-radar labor market chart scaring economists right now

Is the US labor market in the calm before the storm? Economists say the Beveridge curve is the signal to watch.

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Jan 10 • 5:15 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
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Indiana vs. Miami set for CFP National Championship: Preview, odds, picks for title game

Indiana and Miami will battle it out for the national championship on Jan. 19 inside the home of the Hurricanes

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Jan 9 • 11:12 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Stop pretending Indiana football is Cinderella. Hoosiers are the CFP bully

These Hoosiers are a dadgum heavyweight. They just knocked Oregon out cold. Pinch yourself, folks, because Indiana is a football powerhouse now.

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Jan 9 • 11:09 PM EST • Sports • usatoday.com
Indiana routs Oregon in Peach Bowl to advance to national title game vs. Miami

Fernando Mendoza was on fire yet again in the College Football Playoff semifinal, and the Ducks suffered because of it. But the Indiana demolition was a total team effort yet again.

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Jan 9 • 11:07 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
BIA Business Perspective: A primer on new laws of interest to businesses in 2026

WITH A NEW YEAR comes a slate of new laws coming into effect. Of the hundreds of bills tracked by BIA during the 2025 legislative session, some 61 bills became

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Jan 9 • 8:00 PM EST • Business • unionleader.com
WATCH: Trump says Russia or China will occupy Greenland 'if we don't'

The president said that he would like to make a deal “the easy way” to acquire Greenland, because if the U.S. doesn’t own it, he claimed Russia or China will take over it, and the U.S. does not want them as neighbors.

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Jan 9 • 5:46 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Black Sports Moms is equipping, empowering parents and athletes

Andrea Odom doesn’t hesitate when asked what sparked the idea she now hopes becomes a movement. The moment arrived just before the 2023 Major League Baseball draft, as agents began recruiting her son, Dylan Campbell of the University of Texas, and it came with a hard lesson her family didn’t expect to learn. “We had […]

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Jan 9 • 12:20 PM EST • Sports • andscape.com
Treasury notifies some businesses amid Minnesota fraud probe, Bessent says

The U.S. Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has notified some businesses that they are under investigation for alleged fraud involving COVID-era tax incentives, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Friday.

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Jan 9 • 11:55 AM EST • Business • reuters.com
The best recent science fiction, fantasy and horror

Godfall by Van Jensen; The Salt Bind by Rebecca Ferrier; The Poet Empress by Shen Tao; A Hole in the Sky by Peter F Hamilton; Hello Earth, Are You There? by Brian Aldiss

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Jan 9 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • theguardian.com
Scientists find new clues to why female fertility declines with age

New studies are shedding light on one of the biggest mysteries of human reproduction: Why do chromosomal abnormalities become common in eggs?

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Jan 9 • 5:00 AM EST • Science • washingtonpost.com
4 Takeaways From Miami's CFP Semifinal Win Over Ole Miss

Carson Beck and the Miami Hurricanes delivered when it mattered most, beating Ole Miss in an instant classic at the Fiesta Bowl on Thursday night.

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Jan 9 • 2:09 AM EST • Sports • foxsports.com
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Science history: Sophie Germain, first woman to win France's prestigious 'Grand Mathematics Prize' is snubbed when tickets to award ceremony are 'lost in the mail'

Sophie Germain was a brilliant, self-taught mathematician who won one of France's most prestigious prizes, yet she declined to attend the award ceremony because the committee members didn't respect her work.

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Jan 9 • 2:00 AM EST • Science • livescience.com
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Carson Beck lifts Miami to CFP title game with late TD run to beat Ole Miss in Fiesta Bowl

Miami is in the national title game for the first time in 23 years.

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Jan 9 • 12:40 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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The 5 plays that defined Miami's Fiesta Bowl win over Ole Miss

Carson Beck rushed for his first TD since September to get Miami to the national title game.

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Jan 9 • 12:38 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Bulls-Heat postponed because of condensation on United Center court during humid, rainy winter night in Chicago

On an uncharacteristically warm January day in the Windy City, a nearly two-hour delay was followed by a postponement.

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Jan 8 • 9:58 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
The Moto G Power (2026) is now available in the US

You can already grab it from a handful of places. Motorola unveiled the Moto G Power (2026) back in mid-December, and today the phone has become available...

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Jan 8 • 7:44 PM EST • Technology • gsmarena.com
Sarah Michelle Gellar stepped away from acting because of Robin Williams' death: 'That loss was so huge'

Sarah Michelle Gellar said that the death of her 'Crazy Ones' costar Robin Williams inspired her to step back from acting in 2014: 'That loss was so huge.'

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Jan 8 • 7:27 PM EST • Entertainment • ew.com
2026 College Football Playoff semifinals odds, prediction: Miami vs. Ole Miss picks by expert on 8-2 run

SportsLine's Tom Fornelli reveals his Miami Hurricanes vs. Ole Miss Rebels CFP best bets for their Fiesta Bowl matchup

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Jan 8 • 5:36 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Americans have long been skeptical of ICE. That debate just became a lot more urgent.

One day – probably very soon – college psychology and political science lectures will be based on what happened Wednesday in Minneapolis.

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Jan 8 • 4:11 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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