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Minnesota judge orders acting ICE director to appear in court
Acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement Director Todd Lyons has been ordered to appear in federal court this Friday to explain why he should not be held in contempt for violating a judge’s order in the case of a man who is challenging his detention.
WhatsApp unveils high-security mode, latest tech firm to offer users stronger protection
Meta's WhatsApp messaging service is offering users an advanced security mode, joining a growing number of U.S. tech firms that are letting users opt into stronger protections against hackers in exchange for a more restrictive experience.
A rich social environment is associated with better cognitive health outcomes for older adults, study finds
Research by an interdisciplinary team from McGill University and Université Laval provides new insights into the links between social factors and cognitive health among aging adults.
This odd vine contradicts long-standing evolutionary theory
‘They don’t follow the classic ideas of how we would have imagined the species evolved.’
Data Science as Engineering: Foundations, Education, and Professional Identity
Recognize data science as an engineering practice and structure education accordingly.
How AI is transforming research: More papers, less quality, and a strained review system - Haas News
Mathijs De Vaan has long recognized the labor required to effectively communicate scientific findings. For the Netherlands native and UC Berkeley Haas associate professor of management, data and analyses are only half the battle; the rest is a time-intensive process of ensuring that complex, nuanced ideas are articulated with the precision that top-tier research demands. […]
Parents, advocates to rally in Albany for universal child care on Tuesday
They're calling on the state legislature to enact universal child care this year.
Health officials investigate cases of Legionnaires’ disease at Southern Nevada resort
The Southern Nevada Health District is investigating “travel-associated” cases of Legionnaires’ disease at a resort in Laughlin.
Autism Science Foundation Releases Request for Applications for 2026 Undergraduate Summer Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders
New York, NY — January 27, 2026 — The Autism Science Foundation (ASF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and funding innovative autism research, has released its 2026 Request for Applications for Undergraduate Summer Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, a competitive funding opportunity designed to support undergraduate students pursuing basic or clinical autism research during
Cole Palmer transfer news: Chelsea view England international as 'untouchable' amid reported links to Man Utd
Cole Palmer is contracted at Chelsea until 2033; recent reports have suggested the England international was feeling unsettled in London and was open to a move to Manchester United; Rennes centre-back Jeremy Jacquet has expressed a preference for joining Chelsea
First Las Vegas, now Maryland. What is driving the Sphere expansion?
Northeastern University professor Andrew Mall said much of the Sphere’s success has to do with the novelty factor.
Texans are tightening their budgets to pay for health insurance after subsidies expired
Many who enrolled in Affordable Care Act health plans are paying steeper premiums this year. That means cutting back in other areas.
What's the Nipah visrus? Why health officials are tracking disease
While only two people reportedly contracted the virus, health officials are concerned because of the high mortality rate if it spreads.
WSU projects draw on AI to advance medical science
AI is fueling change in how human health is studied and medical care is delivered.
The Carter Center to Host Third Annual Mental Health Parity Day Feb. 3 at Georgia State Capitol
Mental Health Parity Day will discuss how to advance implementation of the bipartisan Georgia Mental Health Parity Act of 2022.
2026 Super Bowl bold predictions for Patriots vs. Seahawks; Top UFC 325 storylines
The Super Bowl is almost here with prop bets and bold predictions. And UFC 325 is Saturday to get the action going
Protests in Iran: Ali Karimi leads sports' call for support
Former Iran and Bayern Munich footballer Ali Karimi has signed an open letter, asking FIFA to act. He is not the only athlete to be vocal.
Black women on the nightmare of seeking healthcare in the US: ‘I have to be my own doctor’
Many Black women in the US report moving through medical settings strategically as a means of survival
Fight over US healthcare subsides stuck on familiar snag: abortion
Republicans refuse to move forward without further restrictions on abortion coverage – Democrats say that’s a non-starter
Politics of the weather (Jan. 27, 2026)
On Tuesday's show: With the annual meeting of the American Meteorological Society happening this week in Houston, we discuss how the current political climate is affecting how meteorologists do their jobs and the ramifications for our region.
TELUS and RingCentral expand Business Connect with AI-powered features for Canadian businesses
TELUS (NYSE: TU), a world-leading technology company, and RingCentral, Inc. (NYSE: RNG), a global leader in AI-powered business communications, today announced they are expanding their partnership to bring advanced AI capabilities to TELUS Business Connect, a comprehensive cloud-based communication platform. With new AI capabilities that span both customer engagement and employee productivity, the platform will deliver intelligent automation that helps businesses work smarter and serve customers
Seeing yearly rise in members, Choice Health and Fitness not expected to be impacted by Altru Sports Complex
Total membership revenue at Choice has increased from $1,653,086 in 2021 to $2,205,903 in 2025.
Largest Entertainment Arena In US Partners With Cannabis Businesses To Sell THC Drinks At Concerts And Sports Games
The largest entertainment arena in the U.S. is entering into a historic partnership with two cannabis drink brands, with plans to provide adult guests with a selection of hemp-derived THC beverages to enjoy. The brands—Señorita and RYTHM—announced the years-long partnership with the United Center in Chicago on Tuesday. Adults 21 and older will have the […]
Shark attacks in Hawaii spike in October, and scientists think they know why
Sharktober is real in Hawaii — and it's down to the reproductive pattern of predatory tiger sharks, an analysis of 30 years of data reveals.
How Climate Superfund Bills Use Science to Make Polluters Pay
This week, communities across the country are asking their state legislators for a common-sense solution—using a practice that's been around for decades—to make polluters pay. In 1980, following decades of high-profile disasters from toxic pollution, Congress passed the Comprehensive Environmenta
UConn Health Postdoc a Projected Top-10 Draft Pick
Grant for Emilie Korchak as part of Uplifting Athletes’ 2026 Young Investigator Draft Class
Sorg’s calendar for next few months is packed with entertainment
In the months ahead, there’s something on the calendar at the Sorg in Middletown for everyone — from favorites like That Arena Rock Show and Signs of Life: The American Pink Floyd to tribute acts including Night Moves: The Ultimate Bob Seger Tribute and Kashmir: The Led Zeppelin Show and more.
Cuts to science and research in the U.S. over the past year
The administration cut science funding, withheld grants, and eliminated jobs in research areas that did not align. Nature, with visualization by Kim Albrecht, show the total impact so far. A treema…
Congress Should Prioritize Transparency and Accessibility in Live Entertainment Industry
January 27, 2026 The Honorable Marsha Blackburn Chairman Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Technology, and Data Privacy 357 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable John Hickenlooper Ranking Member Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Technology, and Data Privacy 316 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Chairman Blackburn, Ranking Membe, Author(s): Alexander Ciccone
Alaska Court Strikes Down Entertainment Restrictions for Breweries and Wineries | Insights
An Alaska trial court struck down portions of Senate Bill 9 that restricted breweries and wineries from hosting live music, entertainment and most non‑product‑focused activities.
This discovery could let bones benefit from exercise without moving
Researchers have discovered a biological switch that explains why movement keeps bones strong. The protein senses physical activity and pushes bone marrow stem cells to build bone instead of storing fat, slowing age-related bone loss. By targeting this “exercise sensor,” scientists believe they could create drugs that mimic exercise at the molecular level. The approach could protect fragile bones in people who are unable to stay active.
Researchers discover hundreds of cosmic anomalies with help from AI
A team of astronomers have used a new AI-assisted method to search for rare astronomical objects in the Hubble Legacy Archive. The team sifted through nearly 100 million image cutouts in just two and a half days, uncovering nearly 1400 anomalous objects, more than 800 of which had never been documented before.
SRNL Appoints Jackson to Lead Science, Energy and Innovation Directorate
Savannah River National Laboratory has appointed Roderick Jackson as associate laboratory director for the Science, Energy and Innovation Directorate. January 27, 2026
Scientists may have been wrong about what causes asthma
Asthma may not be driven by the molecules scientists have blamed for decades. Researchers have identified “pseudo leukotrienes,” inflammation-triggering compounds formed by uncontrolled free-radical reactions rather than normal enzymes. These molecules were found at much higher levels in people with asthma, closely tracking how severe their symptoms were. The finding hints at a new way to treat asthma by preventing the inflammatory spark instead of blocking its aftermath.
Here's Why Health Insurance Stocks Are Sinking Tuesday
Several health insurer stocks tumbled Tuesday following a proposal from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services that would raise payments to insurers less than expected next year.
Launch of the United Advocacy Working Group for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH)
A new United Advocacy Working Group for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) has been officially launched to strengthen coordination and collective voice across global, regional and country levels. Established as a light-touch platform, the Working Group aims to align advocacy efforts, share evidence and political intelligence, and coordinate key messages and moments in support of EWENE-CSA priorities and the broader MNCH agenda.
Penn State reminds students of mental health resources and support
With spring semester classes and cocurricular activities in full swing, Penn State is reminding students of the many resources that are available to support their mental health.
O’s prospects are continuing to get praise
Eight Orioles have been ranked as top-100 prospects in various lists so far.
UnitedHealth earnings sink as company faces pressure from US government on Medicare
Insurer has suffered from a string of bad news stretching back more than a year
Lancaster University's £11m boost for mental health research
The plan aims to make mental health research more local and more "accessible and effective".
Report: In Some Urban Districts, Science of Reading Limits ‘Robust Comprehension’
Rather than promoting deeper literacy skills, the phonics-based approach 'may unintentionally encourage teachers to focus on surface-level goals.'
Report: In Some Urban Districts, Science of Reading Limits ‘Robust Comprehension’
Four school districts in major urban areas using the science of reading found while students are grasping basic literacy skills, limitations toward deeper comprehension still exist, according to a new study. The “Robust Reading Comprehension” report, conducted by nonprofit research organization SRI, examined literacy instruction in districts in Texas, Maryland, North Carolina and Virginia that […]
Private club teams have upended youth sports. But are they good for kids?
Pay-to-play leagues dominate the landscape for young athletes. Some parents wonder if they’re steering children in the wrong direction.
How Tennessee’s Speaker of the House Helped Keep a Payday Lender’s Struggling Sports Gambling Company Alive
Cameron Sexton took steps that allowed the owners of a payday lending company, Advance Financial, to keep using their stores to boost a now-defunct online sports betting enterprise.
Impeachment witness Alex Vindman runs for U.S. Senate in Florida
The retired Army officer who testified during Trump’s first impeachment is jumping into electoral politics as a Democrat in a state Republicans have recently dominated.
Valve to face UK class action lawsuit with proposed damages of £656m
The case was filed back in 2024, but no date has been set for the trial yet
UnitedHealth Forecasts 2026 Revenue Drop on Shrinking Business
UnitedHealth Group Inc. forecast a decline in 2026 revenue, the first annual contraction in more than three decades, as the company works to rebuild confidence with investors after a stunning fall last year.
US health insurers slump after 2027 Medicare Advantage payments proposal disappoints
Shares of health insurers tumbled in premarket trading on Tuesday after the Trump administration proposed a smaller-than-expected increase to next year's Medicare Advantage plans.
Bovino’s future in doubt as White House walks back initial claims about Alex Pretti
Trump strikes conciliatory tone with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz after pair speak last night as Bovino is reportedly stripped of ‘commander at large’ title
Office zero-day exploited in the wild forces Microsoft OOB patch
: Another actively abused Office bug, another emergency patch – Office 2016 and 2019 users are left with registry tweaks instead of fixes.
How business leaders are reacting to immigration shooting, fallout
The killing of Alex Pretti, a US citizen, by Border Patrol in Minneapolis on Saturday has drawn sharp responses from business leaders.
When might Asheville's post-Helene small business program begin?
Asheville's post-Helene Small Business Support Program could take its next step with the selection of organizations to administer local grants.
HHS has new vaccine rules. They're doomed to fail.
Trying to import Denmark's vaccine schedule into the United States is like bolting a jet engine onto a toy plane.
Minneapolis sports commentator apologizes for paid protesters comment
Paul Allen’s comments came when people were demonstrating against ICE’s killing of Renee Nicole Good
Tesla FSD test reveals glaring problem with camera-only approach
My front camera had problems with condensation, especially in direct, low sunlight. Tesla cleaned it, but this could be a challenge for full autonomy.
Emails show Bank of America struggles with Nvidia AI Factory adoption
Internal emails show Bank of America having difficulties with Nvidia's AI Factory, showing the challenges of integrating AI in regulated industries.
Food policy vs. vaccine politics at the polls
Republicans are betting on an electoral boost from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again movement — especially around his healthy-food agenda.
Immigration enforcement drives health concerns in CT
CT residents who fear they or a loved one could be deported say they are facing mounting mental and physical health problems.
Many Obamacare enrollees have switched to cheaper bronze plans. Here's why that could be risky.
Bronze plans — the lowest tier of Affordable Care Act coverage — offer lower premiums but higher out-of-pocket costs.
Can the Florida Legislature keep politics off campuses
A measure would, among other things, prevent partisan political parties and fundraising at public institutions, which the sponsors say belong to the taxpayers. Some say it would restrict free speech on college campuses.
A hole new world: Former Hilton Head Panera eyed for new entertainment concept
The former Panera building may never again be a place where tourists can get smoked turkey paninis and broccoli cheddar soup. Will the new proposal be on par with previous offerings?
I was an undocumented immigrant. Now I’m a doctor watching the immigration crackdown keep my patients from seeking care
Public health and immigration enforcement cannot safely occupy the same space, a physician writes.
Google Messages on Wear OS could soon add two features you've been waiting for
Google Messages on Wear OS could soon support emoji reactions and bring along a "Mark as read" button for notifications. Here's what we know!
January 27, 2026: Workshop Materials Available From ‘Dissemination and Implementation in Embedded Pragmatic Trials: Science-Powered Strategies to Sustain and Spread Effective Interventions'
Complete materials are now available from the NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory’s recent workshop, “Dissemination and Implementation in Embedded Pragmatic Trials: Science-Powered Strategies to Sustain and Spread Effective Interventions.” The full-day […]
Bondi’s injection of voter roll demands into Minneapolis ICE tensions draws claims of ‘ransom’
Attorney General Pam Bondi’s demand that Minnesota hand over sensitive voter registration records to the federal government amid tensions over ICE and immigration enforcement underscores the importance of the administration’s nationwide data grab that is facing resistance in multiple states and has stumbled in the courts.
Online Graduate Business Programs Rank Among the Nation’s Elite
Five programs in the Naveen Jindal School of Management earned top-10 spots in their respective categories in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Online Program rankings. The Naveen Jindal School of Management at The University of Texas at Dallas strengthened its reputation as one of the nation’s leading schools for online graduate business […]
Radiology practice SimonMed Imaging launches new ‘longevity screening’ division
The elective exams have previously been delivered under the SimonONE brand and will be folded into the rest of the radiology practice for greater service integration.
Nate Adams Brings National Championship Pedigree to Redhawks Sports Performance
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Nate Adams was hired as Southeast Missouri's Director of Sports Performance Tuesday.
EU car sales grow 1.8% in 2025 with electric cars surging but Tesla loses market share
Sales at Elon Musk’s carmaker plummet nearly 38% in 2025 as it loses ground to China’s BYD; gold continues to rise
China's Anta Sports buys 29% Puma stake for $1.8 billion, rules out full takeover
China's biggest sportswear brand Anta Sports Products said on Tuesday it would buy a 29.06% stake in Puma from the Pinault family for 1.5 billion euros ($1.8 billion), making it the biggest shareholder in the German sportswear maker.
Juventus keen on extending Luciano Spalletti’s contract till 2028
Juventus have communicated their desire to extend the contract of Luciano Spalletti following the team’s commanding victory over Napoli, which has convinced the management of his long-term suitabili...
Rangers bid for Hansa Rostock striker Naderi
Rangers bid for striker as Dutch club are linked with Ibrox forward and Scottish names are mentioned in connection with Leicester City.
Syria advances a nationally led public health response to substance use through inter-ministerial action
27 January 2026, Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic: Syria is taking a significant step forward in addressing substance use as a public health priority, following a high-level inter-ministerial meeting hosted by the...
Microsoft Office Zero-Day (CVE-2026-21509) - Emergency Patch Issued for Active Exploitation
Microsoft released out-of-band patches for an actively exploited Microsoft Office zero-day, CVE-2026-21509, a security feature bypass flaw.
Richmond wedding planning business changes hands in sale to employee
It’s a match made in heaven between the founder of The Hive Wedding Collective Richmond and one of its employees-turned-owner.
When open science meets real-world cybersecurity
CISO discusses research-driven cybersecurity challenges at Fermilab, from availability-first systems to securing legacy infrastructure.
High school basketball: Monday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Monday's games.
Jaylen Brown Reacts To ‘Weird’ Reunion With Former Celtics Stars
Nineteen months after beating the Dallas Mavericks together in the 2024 NBA Finals, Jaylen Brown and Jrue Holiday shared a court as rivals rather than teammates. Brown’s Boston Celtics hosted Holiday’s Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night at TD Garden. It was Holiday’s first time facing his former team since being traded to the Trail […]
'Luke Littler effect' boosts local darts teams
The teenager's meteoric rise is inspiring more young players to join a village's league.
‘Frightening situation’: Bangladesh elections haunted by political violence
At least 16 political activists have been killed since elections were announced in December.
Finding spiritual grounding in an unstable political climate
Four out of five first-year college students now report having an interest in spirituality, as modern day politics fail to provide stability.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 27, 2026, puzzle No. 491
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
Business school teaching case study: The promise and pitfalls of biodiversity offsets
Environmental impact is difficult to quantify, while offset plans can lead to accusations of ‘greenwashing’
Has the world entered an era of ‘water bankruptcy’?
Madeleine Finlay speaks to Patrick Wintour, who has been reporting on Iran’s water crisis, while Prof Mohammad Shamsudduha of UCL explains what can be done to bring water supplies back from the brink
Industry Leaders Predict Life Science Trends for 2026
2026 will be the year that artificial intelligence accelerates multiple aspects of the drug discovery and development pipeline, industry leaders predict.
Republican Tim Pawlenty: Alex Pretti’s death is an “inflection point” for Republicans
Democrats have continuously sided with criminal illegal aliens, political strategist says
Legal and political strategist Katie Zacharia discusses President Donald Trump’s reaction to the CBP-involved Minneapolis shooting and his push to end sanctuary city policies on ‘Fox News @ Night.’
Zipps Sports Grill raided as federal authorities serve search warrants across metro Phoenix
Federal authorities say more than a dozen search warrants were served Monday in metro Phoenix in connection with an ongoing criminal investigation.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Jan. 27 #491
Here's today's Connections: Sports Edition answer and hints for groups. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Connections: Sports Edition, every day.
Cyberpunk roguelike action game ReBlade: The Death Spiral announced for PC
Publisher Spiral Up Games and Loulan: The Cursed Sand developer ChillyRoom have announced cyberpunk roguelike action game ReBlade: The Death Spiral for PC (Steam). A release date was not announced.
Marseille’s drug war reshapes France’s political battlefield
A surge in violence is dominating the mayoral contest as French politics gears up for next year’s presidential election.
Downtown Chico events boost local business visibility and community spirit
As Downtown Chico gears up for another year of signature community events, longtime business owners highlight the lasting impact these gatherings have on the lo
Video shows suspect trying to seal mail from business in Medley
Two men who police said were stealing mail in Medley with the intent of stealing checks were caught and arrested over the weekend.
Inside Google's plan to turn Gmail into a relationship-aware AI agent - and you're at the center
I spoke with Gmail VP of Product Blake Barnes to better understand Gmail's latest AI updates. Behind them lies a much larger idea.
I let ChatGPT analyze a decade of my Apple Watch data. Then I called my doctor.
ChatGPT now says it can answer personal questions about your health using data from your fitness tracker and medical records. The new ChatGPT Health claims that it can help you “understand patterns over time - not just moments of illness - so you can feel more informed.” Like many people who strap on an Apple Watch every day, I’ve long wondered what a decade of that data might reveal about me. So I joined a brief wait list and gave ChatGPT access to the 29 million steps and 6 million heartbeat m
Japan Business Lobby Warns of Tariff Impact as Wage Talks Start
The head of Japan’s biggest business lobby warned that the impact of US tariffs on the nation’s industry needs to be carefully monitored, in comments signaling caution as formal wage negotiations between employers and labor unions get underway.
‘The world is hurting right now’: politics and protest hit the Sundance film festival
A conflicted mood has lingered over Utah’s long-running film festival with premieres and parties continuing but stars speaking out against government cruelty
10+ Things to Know About the New AirTag 2
After a five year wait, Apple finally unveiled the next-generation version of the AirTag earlier today. The AirTag 2 looks exactly like the original AirTag, and the functionality is similar, but there are still some differences worth knowing about. Here's everything new. UWB 2 - The AirTag 2 adopts Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband (UWB) chip. Longer Range - UWB upgrades mean that Precision Finding works from 1.5x further away than before.
Lawmakers expect ICE tensions to punctuate N.Y. budget debate
Many things in the next two months will determine what makes the final deal.