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Trump’s second term: Securing borders, locker rooms and women's sports
On day one, the President declared in his inaugural speech that there are only two genders; the remarks sparking outrage from northern Virginia school boards.
AI Data Centers In Space? Implications For Business Leaders
Space-based AI data centers are moving from sci-fi to strategy. What are the possible business implications.
Rob Schneider critiques Hollywood's political shift and audience attention spans
Rob Schneider critiques Hollywood's political shift and audience attention spans
Physician assistants, others at UM Health-Sparrow form new union local
The new union local includes 213 nurse practitioners, physician assistants and certified nurse midwives, the Michigan Nurses Association said.
Steven Bartlett: most important business decision involves AI
"The Diary of a CEO" host said at the World Economic Forum in Davos that using AI to translate podcasts into Spanish broadened its reach.
Northeast Ohio sports betting scandals: What we know
Separate FBI cases connect athletes with Northeast Ohio connections to prop bet manipulation schemes spanning MLB, NBA and college basketball from 2023 to 2025.
The first commercial space station, Haven-1, is now undergoing assembly for launch
We have a very strong incentive to send a crew as quickly as we can safely do so."
Lego’s Education sets are expanding beyond the classroom.
The sets teach STEM concepts like programming, engineering, and now AI. They’re typically only sold to teachers and schools, but Lego’s Education division has created four new sets designed for learning at home. They’re launching today and are themed around space and animals [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education1.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education2.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education3.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education4.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education5.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education6.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education7.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/lego_education8.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II, Death Stranding Director’s Cut, and More
Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II, Death Stranding Director’s Cut, and more!
Discover Your Next Premier Office Space at Erie Station Business Park
Voice of Business Blog Guest post from Greater Rochester Chamber member Konar Properties Class A office space now available at the Williams Mill Office Center, located in Erie Station Business Park in West Henrietta. Home to over 15 leading companies-including Rivian, CooperVision, ADT, DDS Companies, and more-this location is a proven destination for innovative and…
Brewing Better Health at the School of Public Health
A cup of coffee sparks meaningful conversation in a new University of Nevada, Reno School of Public Health video series exploring trust, connection and the future of public health.
Personnel note: Red Hills Strategies announces promotions, additions to ‘Rockstar Roster’
'More bright minds working together will lead to more dynamic campaigns that help our clients stand out in a crowded space.'
The murky economics and politics of Venezuelan oil: podcast
The US has long been interested in the South American country’s resources. Abducting its president opens a new and turbulent chapter. In this episode of The Big View Peter Thal Larsen talks to Ed Crooks, vice chair of energy research firm Wood Mackenzie, about what happens next.
Texas AG Paxton issues anti-DEI opinion
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued legal guidance, declaring many DEI programs in public and private spaces unconstitutional.
West Virginia ranks among worst states for starting a business, new study shows
A new study analyzing business conditions across the country has some challenging news for West Virginia entrepreneurs.
'Custodes Are Not Space Marines' — Games Workshop Addresses 'The Telemon in the Room' and Explains Warhammer Lore Behind New Female Miniatures
Games Workshop has published a Warhammer lore explanation for the existence of female Custodes following a new miniature range announcement on Friday.
Delta will introduce ‘basic’ business and first class fares in 2026
Delta plans to introduce 'basic' business and first class fares to make booking seats up-front more attractive to price-sensitive travellers.
Ohio got $202 million from feds for rural health care. Is it enough?
It's still unclear where exactly the Rural Health Transformation Program money is going, a concern rural independent hospitals expressed last summer.
Lee Health: Share your voice to shape local healthcare
The survey helps identify health disparities, barriers to care, and priority areas for action.
James Webb telescope reveals sharpest-ever look at the edge of a black hole — and it could solve a major galactic mystery
The James Webb Space Telescope snapped its sharpest image of the area around a black hole, solving a long-standing galactic mystery.
Madrid to host the Laureus World Sports Awards 2026
Many of the world’s greatest athletes will converge at the historic Cibeles Palace in the Spanish capital for the third consecutive year.
5 Politicians Who Started in Finance — and Where They Are Now
From Elizabeth Warren to Mark Carney, discover some politicians who started their careers in the financial space. Plus, see where each of them is now.
How cue 'from Father Christmas' helped Wilson win Masters
How Kyren Wilson went from being close to a "mental breakdown" during a match to winning the Masters in the space of six weeks.
Experts warn Minnesota school closures after ICE shooting will harm kids for 'political points'
Minnesota schools close after ICE shooting sparks protests. Experts say political decision will harm students like COVID did. Remote learning returns.
‘Nauts Repel Buffs Stampede, 74—68
On Sunday, UCF Citronauts Women’s Basketball geared up for the Space Game, hosting the Colorado Buffaloes at Addition Financial Arena. They were able to blast off to their second conference win of the year, 74-68. Buffaloes Charge First Colorado was leading after the 1st quarter, 19-14. They took advantage of six UCF turnovers that they […]
Space Science in 2026: New lunar explorers, Mars missions, and space telescopes
With many missions on the manifest, the new year promises to be packed with space…
Viruses that evolved on the space station and were sent back to Earth were more effective at killing bacteria
Near-weightless conditions can mutate genes and alter the physical structures of bacteria and phages, disrupting their normal interactions in ways that could help us treat drug-resistant infections.
Sports calendar for Monday, Jan. 19
Check out what's happening on the local stage for MLK Jr. Day.
Huskies Fail to Build on Momentum in Loss to Spartans
The Washington Huskies gave their fans a glimmer of hope with a moral victory against Michigan earlier in the week. They did not make good on that hope in the follow-up game against the Wolverines’ in-state rivals. The Dawgs played Sparty even for the first five minutes of the contest, but a 10-0 run gave […]
Davos 2026: Rich and powerful arrive by private jet
Some of the most powerful people will be coming to Davos this week by private jet. But its closest airport is quieter due to airspace restrictions.
Why am I a vegan? I do it for my mental health
Vegan restaurants are closing, RFK Jr is sounding the drum for carnivores, and the protein cult is bigger than ever. But eschewing animal products helps me ward off a sense of impotence – and despair, writes Emma Beddington
Scientists sent viruses to space and they evolved in surprising ways
When scientists sent bacteria-infecting viruses to the International Space Station, the microbes did not behave the same way they do on Earth. In microgravity, infections still occurred, but both viruses and bacteria evolved differently over time. Genetic changes emerged that altered how viruses attach to bacteria and how bacteria defend themselves. The findings could help improve phage therapies against drug-resistant infections.
The Ring Nebula is hiding a giant structure made of iron
A huge bar of iron has been discovered lurking inside the iconic Ring Nebula. The structure is enormous, spanning hundreds of times the size of Pluto’s orbit and containing a Mars-sized amount of iron. It was detected using a new instrument that allowed astronomers to map the nebula in far greater detail than ever before. The origin of the iron bar is still a mystery, with one theory suggesting it could be the remains of a vaporized planet.
The Columbus Foundation grants $750K to health care nonprofits
The Columbus Foundation donated $750,000 in grants to 12 central Ohio nonprofits addressing health care needs.
China's Shenzhou-21 crew continues with science experiments, life in orbit
China's Shenzhou-21 astronauts have steadily advanced scientific experiments in several fields aboard China's space station over the past week.The crew consists of mission commander Zhang Lu and astronauts Wu Fei and Zhang Hongzhang. They have been in
WATCH LIVE: Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger's address to state's General Assembly
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes - Dispatch, They Are Billions, more
Listings on the eShops provide file sizes for a bunch of Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch games. These include Dispatch, They Are Billions, and more. Here’s the full roundup: Switch 2 Dispatch – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition – 28.5GB Citadelum – 2.9GB Isekai Rondo – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition – 1.8GB They Are Billions – 1.5GB The Rumble Fish 2...
Virginia’s New Governor Moves Swiftly to Overhaul State University Boards
Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat, appointed new board members at three state schools, hours after she was sworn in as Virginia’s first female governor.
Viral manta ray video sparks legislation to ban captures for entertainment in Florida
A video recorded last summer off Panama City shows anglers pulling a massive manta ray onto their boat and placing it into a kiddie pool. The manta ray, a threatened species, was later exported overseas for exhibition.
Gov. Spanberger's first executive orders target Virginia affordability in health, housing
Gov. Spanberger signed 10 executive orders on her first day in office, targeting affordability, public education, healthcare efficiency & economic protection.
Why Transparent Business Models and Human-Centered Innovation Are Central to Global Progress at Davos 2026
AffirmedRx’s Chief Information Officer, Laurel Cipriani, brings a unique clinical and technological perspective to this challenge, emphasizing that innovation with responsibility at its core leads to better protection against harm and more equitable access to care. As a scheduled speaker at Davos 20
Spanberger makes history, sworn in as Virginia's first female governor
'The history and the gravity of this moment are not lost on me,” Spanberger said in a speech that at times criticized partisan politics in Washington
Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia’s first female governor in historic inauguration
Democrat Abigail Spanberger was sworn into office Saturday as Virginia’s first female governor, amid a cold drizzle outside the state Capitol after centuries of men holding the commonwealth’s top office.
Hubble Snaps Stellar Baby Pictures
Developing stars shrouded in thick dust get their first baby pictures in these Hubble Space Telescope images.
3 Policy Moves Likely to Change Health Care for Older People
Two regulatory rollbacks, along with a new A.I. experiment in Medicare, raise some worrisome questions.
I replaced my compulsive scrolling with these apps — and my attention span actually recovered
This is the story of how I fixed my attention span
New incubator intended to foster emerging businesses in Frederick
Frederick city and business officials hope a small space can help create big opportunities for emerging local businesses.
Moss Landing businesses unite to recover from battery facility fire's impact
Moss Landing businesses are slowly recovering from a fire's impact, with owners supporting each other and calling for greater transparency from plant officials.
Hochul or Trump country? Political sparks fly at Micron groundbreaking
Central New York was flooded with elected officials and appointees Friday
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 to Discuss Space Station Science Mission
After 167 days in space, the crew members of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 mission will hold a news conference at 2:15 p.m. EST, Wednesday, Jan. 21, at the agency’s
Rackspace raises email hosting prices by as much as 706 percent
Rackspace tells Ars that hosted email is still a part of its "mission."
Dangerous bacterial outbreak in Bay Area city sparks health alert
"People may delay seeking medical care because it doesn't feel serious at first."
A "Space Marine-Killer," Custodes, pirates, and everything else revealed at the New Year Warhammer Preview 2026
Chaos Space Marines take on Prince Yriel's Aeldari, and more
Spartanburg County measles outbreak grows by another 124 new cases
Measles infections continue to spread with no slowing down. The outbreak, centered in Spartanburg County, has grown by 382 cases since January began.
Spaws Grooming named Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce business of the month
Thomas Mecham and his brother are the owners of Spaws Grooming in Rexburg. Spaws Grooming was named the Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce business of the month for January. Mecham is grateful for the recognition this will bring the business and credits the hard-working team at Spaws for the acknowledgement.
Hub: Consumer Acceptance of AI in Entertainment Depends on Usage
A new study from Hub Entertainment Research has found that, while consumers increasingly expect AI to reshape everyday life, their acceptance of its use in entertainment depends on how it is used and how transparently.
Lynchburg official on hopes for incoming Spanberger Administration for business policy
As the preparations continue, excitement is also rising for people in our area attending the festivities.
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.
Billionaire tax sparks intraparty war in California
The proposal has divided Democratic politicians and stirred discord within organized labor.
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.
The biggest myth about aging, according to science
"This will help people take meaningful steps to slow the rate of aging and increase what we call their health span or their kind of time of life expectancy free from disease."
A deadly chemical frozen in ice may have sparked life on Earth
Hydrogen cyanide, a toxic chemical, may have helped spark the chemistry that led to life. When frozen, it forms crystals with highly reactive surfaces that can drive unusual chemical reactions, even in extreme cold. These reactions could produce more reactive molecules that pave the way for life’s basic ingredients. The findings suggest frozen worlds may be more chemically active than once thought.
US Senate passes bill to boost federal science spending after White House sought major cuts
The U.S. Senate voted on Thursday to approve billions of dollars in funding for federal science agencies, rejecting deep cuts proposed by President Donald Trump in space and other areas.
Governor-elect Sherrill Nominates Dr. Raynard Washington to Serve as the Next Department of Health Commissioner
Today, Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill nominated Dr. Raynard Washington as the next Department of Health Commissioner. As Commissioner, Dr. Washington will work with the Gov.-elect to protect New Jerseyans’ access to affordable health care, bring transparency to health care pricing, and expand access to physical and mental healthcare, and lead critical public health initiatives for residents.[...]
Our model of the universe is deeply flawed — unless space is actually a 'sticky fluid', new research hints
Our best models of the cosmos don't add up — but that could change if the universe is actually made of a viscous 'fluid,' a new paper suggests.
Trump using Insurrection Act in Minneapolis would be a huge risk – even by his standards
President Donald Trump has been threatening to invoke the Insurrection Act for a very long time. Dating back to his first term, he has repeatedly floated the rarely invoked law, which gives a president extraordinary powers to dispatch the military to put down domestic unrest.
The Great Healthcare Plan
The Great Healthcare Plan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUzNupJidq4 CALLING ON CONGRESS TO LOWER HEALTHCARE COSTS Today, President Donald J. Trump is
Trump unveils health care plan aimed at lowering costs
President Donald Trump unveiled a multipart proposal on Thursday aimed at lowering prescription drug prices and reducing health insurance premiums, as well as increasing pricing transparency. He also vowed to hold big insurance companies accountable.
Key Senate staffer is “begging” NASA to get on with commercial space stations
It comes up almost every time that I see him. Continuous human presence and no gap."
Spain's polarised politics stymies government's regional funding plan
A new fiscal model proposed by Spain's finance minister for its regional governments has faced a heavy backlash from regional leaders, who accuse the central government of toying with public finances to win political favours as it struggles to hold its fragile coalition together.
‘Segregated schools’ comment sparks uproar; N.H. lawmaker says leaked message referred to politics not race
The chairperson for an education policy committee allegedly wrote “imagine the scores though if we had schools for them and some for us.”
NASA astronauts back on Earth after unprecedented medical emergency on ISS
The SpaceX Crew-11 Dragon spacecraft splashed down this morning as four astronauts completed an unprecedented medical evacuation of the International Space Station (ISS).
What Greenland Sharks Are Teaching Us About Aging Eyes
Greenland sharks' eyes never seem to get old. Plus, exactly how flawless is the greatest eye in the sky, the James Webb Space Telescope?
NASA brings astronauts home early after health issue in first-ever evacuation
NASA completed its first-ever medical evacuation from space, bringing four astronauts back to Earth early after a health issue aboard the International Space Station.
🗞️ Front pages: Madrid’s humiliation dominates the headlines
If you're a Barça fan, it's a perfect day to stop by the newsstand. If you're a Madridista, not so much (unless you need newspapers for something else). The main sports newspapers are leading with th...
Data centers in outer space emerge as solution to AI's massive energy requirements
AI data centers in space offer sustainable computing solutions, avoiding Earth's storms and cyber threats while reducing the environmental impact, experts say.
Hate symbols painted in Boca Raton business complex spark PBSO investigation
Palm Beach County deputies are investigating vandalism at a Boca Raton business complex where racist and antisemitic symbols were painted in the parking lot over the weekend.
Spain’s Esade Business School Launches Tech-First Bachelor In Business & AI
Esade's new undergraduate degree is designed to prepare students for AI-driven leadership and global careers.
Naya Connect is a modular mechanical keyboard system for the indecisive
Naya Connect is a modular mechanical keyboard ecosystem with a swappable numpad, trackball, a 6DoF spatial mouse, and more.
Suspended Ford employee who heckled Trump sparks $690K in donations
Fundraising campaigns for a Ford employee who was suspended after shouting at President Trump have raised hundreds of thousands.
Astronaut With Mystery Health Issue Forces NASA's First Medical Evacuation from Space
NASA's SpaceX Crew-11 mission is ending early to bring back a member with a medical issue. Astronauts who spend a long time in space may have brain changes, 'baby feet' and more.
The ‘bombshell’ science that casts doubt on claims about microplastics
Like tobacco and asbestos before, these particles have sparked widespread fear. But now experts say the risks may be overstated
Spain’s judiciary is caught up in a bitter political war
The government decries charges of corruption as “lawfare”
WORLD BUSINESS CHICAGO WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS TO SUPPORT CHICAGO'S NEXT PHASE OF ECONOMIC GROWTH
World Business Chicago (WBC) today announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors, welcoming senior business leaders whose experience spans entrepreneurship, global finance, and professional services—sectors central to Chicago's economic strength and future growth. The new board members are:
We need transparency in college sports
Given the explosive synergy between NIL contracts and the transfer portal, placing more restrictions on how players can transfer is a good first step to dampen the influence of NIL on college sport…
Congress Defies Trump on NASA Science Budget
The space community is breathing a sigh of relief after lawmakers rejected Trump proposed cuts.
White House Science & Tech Policy Director Testifies on U.S. AI Strategy
White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Kratsios testifies before a House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on the administration's artificial intelligence (AI) strategy.
Edgewater Neighbors, Business Owners Sue The City Over Broadway Rezoning
The plaintiffs are asking for the rezoning of Broadway to be overturned, saying the city violated property owners' rights.
JPM26 Day 2: Companies Lay Out Near-Term Revenue, Longer-Term Business Goals
Biopharma companies—including AstraZeneca, BioNTech and Agios—peered farther into the future on the second day of JPM, setting both revenue and R&D targets through the end of the decade.
Proposed Regulation Pushes for More Price Transparency in Health Plans
On December 23, 2025, three federal agencies released a proposed rule to make costs more transparent in health plans. The proposal aligns with an executive order that President Donald Trump issued in February 2025 to enforce regulations requiring hospitals and health plans to make actual prices for medical services easier for employers and patients to access.
Julio Iglesias faces claims female staff were told to have sexual health tests, say reports
Spanish singer, 82, had already been accused of sexually assaulting two female former employees
Synopsys Enters Definitive Agreement with GlobalFoundries For Sale of Processor IP Solutions Business
Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS ) today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement for the sale of its Processor IP Solutions business to GlobalFoundries (Nasdaq: GFS) (GF). Synopsys' extensive investment in IP quality, comprehensive technical support and robust IP development methodology enables designers to reduce integration risk and accelerate time-to-market. This transaction enhances the focus of Synopsys' IP business on strengthening its leadership position in interface and foundation IP while pursuing the highest-value, AI-driven opportunities from the cloud to the edge for customers spanning HPC, mobile, automotive and consumer. "We are focusing our IP resources and roadmap to further our leadership in essential interface and foundation IP while winning new, high-value opportunities that advance our position as the leading provider of engineering solutions from silicon to systems," said Sassine Ghazi, president and CEO of Synopsys. "GF will be an excellent future
Secrets Of Ancient Concrete, And... Data Centers In Space?
What can we learn from a Pompeii construction site preserved in ash? Plus, tech companies look to build solar-powered data centers in space.
France to launch Greenland consulate in ‘political signal’ to US
Washington's threats to seize the strategic island have sparked a crisis among NATO states.
School Sports Fans Are Getting Meaner. Do Hawaiʻi Laws Fall Short?
The recent assault of Moanalua High School’s assistant athletic director has sparked calls to better protect sports officials. Teachers say the DOE needs to do more to keep them safe, too.
White House Science & Tech Policy Director Testifies on U.S. AI Strategy
White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Kratsios testifies before a House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on the administration's artificial intelligence (AI) strategy.
New Degree Program Brings Together Computer, Geospatial Sciences
The University of Texas at Dallas has introduced a new interdisciplinary bachelor’s degree that will train students in both computer and geospatial sciences, broadening their career prospects across both disciplines. The Bachelor of Science in computational and geospatial science degree program began last fall in the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences (EPPS) and […]