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El Paso businesses close doors, owner looks to future with optimism

Several local businesses in El Paso, including Joe Vinny & Bronson's, are closing their doors, leaving the community to reflect on the special spaces they creat

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Jan 11 • 10:05 PM EST • Business • kfoxtv.com
Conservation’s unfinished business

Conservation often presents itself as a technical enterprise: how much land to protect, which species to prioritize, what policies deliver results. A recent paper in Nature argues that this framing misses something fundamental. Many of the field’s most persistent failures, the authors contend, cannot be understood without confronting how race, power, and historical exclusion continue […]

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Jan 11 • 7:31 PM EST • Business • news.mongabay.com
Decoding the perfect steak: The hidden DNA behind Wagyu’s legendary marbling

A groundbreaking cattle genome has given researchers their clearest look yet at what makes Wagyu beef so special. By uncovering hundreds of new genes and hidden genetic variations, scientists can now pinpoint traits linked to marbling, health, and productivity with far greater accuracy. The advance could boost profits for beef producers while improving breeding outcomes across many cattle breeds. It also sets the stage for even more comprehensive livestock genomes in the future.

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Jan 11 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Western Pacific Region achieves milestone: 19 countries complete comprehensive health information system assessments

The Health Information and Digital Health (HID) unit in the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific has successfully supported 19 countries, covering 99% of the Region’s population, to conduct comprehensive health information system (HIS) assessments, surpassing the regional target of 15 set for 2025 and advancing efforts toward universal health coverage. Using SCORE, a technical package of essential interventions, recommended actions, tool and resources developed by WHO and partners to address challenges in meeting HIS needs, these assessments systematically assess health data availability and quality, enabling countries to monitor trends, identify and respond to emerging health challenges, and improve policies and programmes for healthier families, communities and societies. The first round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2019-2021 in 14 countries in the Region and over 130 countries globally. The second round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2024-2025.SCORE assessments are a key priority identified by Member States and WHO at all levels, including within WHO-Country/Multi-Country Cooperation Strategies, the Regional Vision Weaving Health for Families, Communities and Societies in the Western Pacific Region (2025–2029), and the WHO Fourteenth General Programme of Work (GPW 14, 2025–2028). Within the Regional Vision, implementing SCORE assessments is a key action for technology and innovation to advance health equity (strand 5).The SCORE for Health Data technical package is based on five key interventions, represented by the acronym SCORE. Interventions S, C and O focus on strengthening core data sources. Survey (S) covers population-based health surveys, surveillance systems and censuses, including their capacity to monitor health-related SDGs. Count (C) focuses on birth, death and cause of death registration as parts of a functional CRVS system. Optimize (O) addresses routine health service data and key health service inputs such as health financing and health workforce.Interventions R and E focus on data use for action. Review (R) examines regular analytical reviews of health sector progress and performance, together with national analytical capacity. Enable (E) looks at the policy, governance, and digital foundations needed to support effective data use.The Western Pacific Region shows relatively strong performance in the Review (R) and Count (C) interventions. Most countries in the Region demonstrate good analytical reporting and institutional capacity for analysis and learning. More than two-thirds of countries show more mature CRVS systems, driven by improvements in birth and death registration. However, medical certification of cause-of-death remains a key gap, with limited or low coverage in over half of countries in the Region.Performance under the Survey (S) intervention is mixed. While surveillance systems are generally strong, several countries in the Region continue to face challenges in implementing their surveys and censuses. Monitoring health-related SDGs is still a challenge for more than a third of countries in the Region.The greatest challenges are observed in the Optimize (O) and Enable (E) interventions. More than half of countries have lower maturity levels in routine health service and resource systems. Two-thirds of countries also face challenges with effective use of data and evidence for policy and action, largely due to gaps in digital infrastructure, governance and legislation for health data systems, and especially in data and sharing.  As part of the SCORE methodology, multi-stakeholder consultations and validation workshops were conducted in many countries to review findings and plan strategies for HIS strengthening. The HID unit continues to provide targeted support to facilitate dialogue and assist countries in developing HIS improvement plans. These plans guide governments and partners to align investments and coordinate efforts for maximum impact.WHO also assists countries with tailored technical support to address key gaps as requested by countries/national health authorities. SCORE assessments should be conducted periodically to monitor progress in HIS strengthening, although progress across addressing gaps identified in SCORE should be continually tracked as countries implement improvements.Additional countries will be supported to implement SCORE in 2026. The Regional Vision delivery-for-impact target, endorsed by Member States, is for all countries and areas to have implemented SCORE assessments and have an increased SCORE index by 2029 while WHO is aiming for 80% of Member States in the Region to conduct round two assessments. Countries yet to complete assessments are therefore encouraged to contact the HID unit at the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific for tailored support.The implementation of SCORE HIS assessments in the Western Pacific Region was supported by The Gates Family Foundation.

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Jan 11 • 7:00 PM EST • Health • who.int
Selma expands access to specialty care with new Rural Health Medical Program Podiatry Center

Access to specialty health care is expanding in Selma following the grand opening of the new podiatry center operated by Rural Health Medical Program.

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Jan 11 • 5:01 PM EST • Health • wsfa.com
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MU Health Care ambulances earn certification to carry children of any age

All MU Health Care ambulances are now certified for pediatric transport with specialized equipment and staff training.

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Jan 11 • 4:45 PM EST • Health • komu.com
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Yankees Social Media Spotlight: A Jazzy Winter Classic

The Yankees’ second baseman was back in Miami for a special occasion.

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Jan 11 • 4:00 PM EST • Sports • pinstripealley.com
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Price Rise Has A Risky Side Effect

Samsung confirms "inevitable" price increases. The real concern is what this means for Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 deals.

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Jan 11 • 3:38 PM EST • Technology • forbes.com
Apple Confirms iPhone Attacks—No Fix For Most Users

Hundreds of millions of iPhones now at risk from new attacks. Users must upgrade now.

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Jan 11 • 3:12 PM EST • Technology • forbes.com
This Is The Year AI Agents Will Reinvent How Retailers Do Business

Retailers and tech companies are empowering AI agents to make independent decisions, with major announcements expected at the National Retail Federation show this week.

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Jan 11 • 12:00 PM EST • Business • forbes.com
Former employee of an Arabi business arrested in burglary case, sheriff says

Deputies say the alleged suspect, a former employee of the business, was identified through surveillance video and victim statements.

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Jan 11 • 11:54 AM EST • Business • wwltv.com
Los Alamos to Play Key Role in Renewed Quantum Science Center

The Department of Energy has renewed funding for the Quantum Science Center, with Los Alamos National Laboratory continuing to play a vital role along with Oak Ridge National Laboratory in the center’s mission to advance quantum science and technology. The center will be funded for $125 million over five years to focus on quantum-accelerated high-performance computing.

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Jan 11 • 10:45 AM EST • Science • newswise.com
Turbulence To Opportunity: Business Leaders Survey Sees Growth In 2026

Amid economic uncertainty, JPMorgan Chase Business Leaders Outlook shows more leaders betting on the ability of their organizations to improve growth and profitability.

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Jan 11 • 9:55 AM EST • Business • forbes.com
The Secret Behind Sweetwater’s Billion-Dollar Online Business

The company reminds us that a great customer experience isn’t complicated. And as important as anything, they don’t just chase dollars. They chase and build relationships.

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Jan 11 • 7:30 AM EST • Business • forbes.com
Laramie County health and food inspections (1/2/26–1/8/26)

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Cheyenne-Laramie County Health Department inspects restaurants, bars, convenience stores, delis, grocery stores, bed and breakfasts

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Jan 11 • 7:05 AM EST • Health • capcity.news
Natrona County health and food inspections (1/2/26–1/8/26)

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department inspects restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, mobile food units, commissaries and

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Jan 11 • 6:51 AM EST • Health • oilcity.news
How award season has evolved into a second-screen spectacle

Mecca Bingo reports that award shows like the Golden Globes have evolved into second-screen cultural events, blending live viewing with social media engagement.

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Jan 11 • 6:45 AM EST • Entertainment • wxow.com
How award season has evolved into a second-screen spectacle

Mecca Bingo reports that award shows like the Golden Globes have evolved into second-screen cultural events, blending live viewing with social media engagement.

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Jan 11 • 6:30 AM EST • Entertainment • wqow.com
Science meets art at Harvard Museum of Natural History’s Glass Flower exhibit

Visitors can wander through halls filled with dinosaur fossils, mounted mammals, minerals and global wildlife specimens.

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Jan 11 • 5:20 AM EST • Science • masslive.com
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This Dinosaur Really Knew How to Get a Grip

A fossil of Manipulonyx reshetovi, found in a Mongolian desert, shows how the dinosaur used its specialized claw to snatch eggs.

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Jan 11 • 5:02 AM EST • Science • nytimes.com
Google’s Free Offer For 2 Billion Gmail Users—Should You Upgrade?

You will now be upgraded unless you change your settings — what you need to know.

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Jan 11 • 3:43 AM EST • Technology • forbes.com
Burglary suspect detained by Rapid City business owner during early‑morning break‑in

A Rapid City man was arrested after a business owner detained him at gunpoint during a burglary on Peaceful Pines Drive.

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Jan 10 • 10:54 PM EST • Business • kotatv.com
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Healing with horses: The science behind feeling safe

The Year of the Fire Horse, according to the lunar calendar, symbolizes courage, motion, and transformation. For me, this is a catalyst for more action. Something has to change — especially when it comes to health. I am tired of not feeling well, of wanting to do ordinary things without exhaustion or pain. I spend…

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Jan 10 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • observertoday.com
Key to near-Earth object science now being created for for NASA telescope on Big Island

Spectre, an integral field spectrograph named as a nod to a connection with Olympic weightlifter and actor Harold Sakata of Kona, who played OddJob in the James Bond film ‘Goldfinger,’ after first light in 2028 will also deepen mankind’s understanding of explosive phenomena beyond our solar system.

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Jan 10 • 6:00 PM EST • Science • kauainownews.com
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STARTO ENTERTAINMENT RINGS IN 2026 WITH 'COUNTDOWN CONCERT' GLOBAL STREAMING ON NETFLIX

Following a spectacular sold-out performance at Tokyo Dome, STARTO ENTERTAINMENT’s annual New Year’s Eve extravaganza, 'COUNTDOWN CONCERT 2025–2026 STARTO to MOVE,' is now available for global audiences to stream on Netflix. Featuring a powerhouse lineup of J-pop’s most influential artists, the showcase serves as a vibrant celebration of the agency's rich musical legacy and its promising future on the world stage.

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Jan 10 • 4:44 PM EST • Entertainment • broadwayworld.com
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Release Dates, Pre-Order Offers And Reviews

Samsung is preparing to launch the Galaxy S26 Ultra at the next Galaxy Unpacked. When will this take place, when will pre-orders open and when will see the first reviews?

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Jan 10 • 4:27 PM EST • Technology • forbes.com
Students gather at Linn-Mar High School for business leadership conference

The students will be competing in presentations about specific subjects.

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Jan 10 • 1:00 PM EST • Business • kcrg.com
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Sharon Regional, Independence Health System partner to expand cardiovascular care

The release states patients will benefit from enhanced clinical capabilities, expanded specialty services, and better access to cardiologists and cardiovascular surgeons.

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Jan 10 • 12:47 PM EST • Health • wfmj.com
Orange County restaurants shut down by health inspectors (Jan. 1-8)

There were six restaurants and food establishments ordered closed by Orange County inspectors from Jan. 1 to Jan. 8.

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Jan 10 • 10:00 AM EST • Health • ocregister.com
Samsung Confirms New Options For Android Users After Gmail Issues

Decision time for Android users as Google’s AI completely takes over your smartphone.

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Jan 10 • 8:36 AM EST • Technology • forbes.com
5 ChatGPT Prompts To Change How You Run Your Business In 2026

These ChatGPT prompts will change how you run your business in 2026. Stop micromanaging, audit your team, and use AI with intention.

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Jan 10 • 8:00 AM EST • Business • forbes.com
Samsung's Galaxy S26 series release date may have just been etched in stone

It's a little later than we all expected a while ago, but mostly in line with the most recent speculation.

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Jan 10 • 6:50 AM EST • Technology • phonearena.com
Mick Mulvaney: Fatal ICE shooting tough sell to swing voters

New video surfaced Friday showing the officer’s perspective of Wednesday’s deadly incident.

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Jan 9 • 9:38 PM EST • Politics • newsnationnow.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
College Sports Commission distributes reminder about third-party NIL deals amid transfer portal movement

One week into the college football transfer portal window, the College Sports Commission issued a reminder about its rules regarding third-party NIL deals. Specifically, the guidance mentioned deals with MMR and apparel partners. The CSC said it received word of schools offering deals that go against terms of the House settlement through the first week […]

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Jan 9 • 6:59 PM EST • Sports • on3.com
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AFC Playoff Predictions: Who Win in the Wild Card Round?

The NFL season has quickly come to a close, and the playoffs are about to begin. Coaches have been fired, hearts have been broken, and first-round matchups have been determined. While the AFC may be the weaker conference this season, it has the means for a playoff spectacle not seen in years. No. 3 Jaguars […] The post AFC Playoff Predictions: Who Win in the Wild Card Round? appeared first on The Lead.

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Jan 9 • 5:29 PM EST • Sports • theleadsm.com
Six goals in this Bundesliga classic 🥵

The return went well in Germany.After a 20-day break, the Bundesliga resumed with a spectacular duel between Eintracht Frankfurt and Borussia Dortmund.The two teams ended in a completely crazy draw. D...

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Jan 9 • 4:37 PM EST • Sports • onefootball.com
Red hot submission specialist returns at UFC Seattle

Valter Walker looks to continue his hot streak against Marcin Tybura

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Jan 9 • 4:00 PM EST • Sports • mmafighting.com
DC pipe bomb suspect pleads not guilty to federal charges

The Virginian man accused of planting two bombs in Washington, DC, five years ago pleaded not guilty Friday to federal charges of transporting and attempting to use explosives.

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Jan 9 • 3:20 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
How award season has evolved into a second-screen spectacle

Mecca Bingo reports that award shows like the Golden Globes have evolved into second-screen cultural events, blending live viewing with social media engagement.

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Jan 9 • 2:30 PM EST • Entertainment • cbs19news.com
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Intelligence Entrepreneur: Tilt builds brands its own way in Baton Rouge

Celebrating 20 years, Baton Rouge–based Tilt is a branding and design agency specializing in brand strategy, logo design, web design, packaging and digital strategy.

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Jan 9 • 2:26 PM EST • Business • businessreport.com
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Pittsburgh Penguins jersey auction to support youth sports

The Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation will auction special green Sports Matter jerseys on Saturday, Jan. 10, during a home game against the Calgary Flames at PPG Paints Arena, with proceeds supporting The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation Sports Matter program.

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Jan 9 • 12:44 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Guardians News and Notes: Prospects, Prospects, Prospects

News and Notes for Friday, January 9th, 2026

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Jan 9 • 12:30 PM EST • Sports • coveringthecorner.com
Zombie fungus, ‘living stones’ among favorite botany discoveries of 2025

Scientists document thousands of new plant and fungus species every year.

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Jan 9 • 11:56 AM EST • Science • popsci.com
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Homo erectus wasn't the first human species to leave Africa 1.8 million years ago, fossils suggest

A new analysis of enigmatic skulls from the Republic of Georgia suggest that Homo erectus wasn't the only human species to leave Africa 1.8 million years ago.

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Jan 9 • 11:48 AM EST • Science • livescience.com
Apple Releases A Further Surprise iPhone Update For Millions Of Users

There’s a new test update for the iPhone which nobody saw coming.

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Jan 9 • 11:20 AM EST • Technology • forbes.com
Never-before-seen footage captures moment scientists find new, giant anaconda species in Amazon

Scientists recently discovered a new species of green anaconda in the Amazon rainforest. A new Nat Geo series shows the moment they encountered this snake in the wild.

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Jan 9 • 10:57 AM EST • Science • livescience.com
Using AI, Mathematicians Find Hidden Glitches in Fluid Equations

A $1 million prize awaits anyone who can show where the math of fluid flow breaks down. With specially trained AI systems, researchers have found a slew of new candidates in simpler versions of the problem.

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Jan 9 • 10:45 AM EST • Technology • quantamagazine.org
Larian Says It Won’t Use GenAI Art Or Writing In ‘Divinity’ Development

Larian got in trouble for saying it would employ GenAI in some capacity during its development of Divinity, but they're walking that back now.

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Jan 9 • 10:03 AM EST • Technology • forbes.com
Samsung Confirms New Options For Android Users After Gmail Issues

Decision time for Android users as Google’s AI completely takes over your smartphone.

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Jan 9 • 7:14 AM EST • Technology • forbes.com
The World’s Most Profitable Sports Teams 2026

See Forbes’ 2026 list of the world’s most profitable sports teams, which features 20 franchises from five leagues, including one club that topped $600 million in EBITDA.

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Jan 9 • 6:30 AM EST • Sports • forbes.com
Think You're Too Old to Start a Business? Science Says People in their 40s, 50s, and Even 60s Have a Distinct Advantage

Especially if your goal is to start a remarkably successful company.

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Jan 9 • 5:42 AM EST • Science • inc.com
Think You're Too Old to Start a Business? Science Says People in their 40s, 50s, and Even 60s Have a Distinct Advantage

Especially if your goal is to start a remarkably successful company.

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Jan 9 • 5:42 AM EST • Business • inc.com
A New Year of Working Together to Advance Health in America

Congress returned to Washington this week with a full plate of issues to contend with in the short term as it defines its legislative agenda for the remainder of 2026.

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Jan 9 • 3:19 AM EST • Health • aha.org
Protect young people while respecting their data, privacy

After 40 years practicing law, first as a public defender in Los Angeles, then in private criminal defense, and serving eight years as the elected District Attorney for Colorado’s 5th Judicial District, I’ve developed a straightforward test for evaluating any proposed legislation: does it accomplish its stated goal and does it pass constitutional muster? The […]

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Jan 9 • 3:00 AM EST • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
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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Penguins Star Shares Special Message For Pittsburgh Fans, Steelers

The Pittsburgh Penguins stayed hot on Thursday, notching their sixth straight win with a 4-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils at PPG Paints Arena. The Penguins got a boost from Evgeni Malkin, who returned from an upper-body injury after missing over a month. Malkin scored in his first game since Dec. 4, notching his […]

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Jan 9 • 1:15 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics

Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.

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Jan 9 • 12:00 AM EST • Politics • politico.com
From sea slugs to sunflowers, California Academy of Sciences described 72 new species in 2025

Researchers at the California Academy of Sciences kept busy throughout 2025. Along with collaborators from across the globe, they described 72 new-to-science species from six continents — creatures living in unexplored ocean depths, in plain sight on the Galápagos Islands, and in a U.S. national park. The species include a bird, two worms, two lizards, […]

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Jan 8 • 11:47 PM EST • Science • news.mongabay.com
Tempe salad shop, popular Phoenix gastropub receive perfect health inspection scores

While there are no restaurants on this week's Dirty Dining list, several eateries received perfect scores from Maricopa County health inspectors.

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Jan 8 • 7:26 PM EST • Health • azfamily.com
House Passes Doomed Bill to Restore ACA Subsidies

Approval of the bill was a triumph for Democrats, who drew backing from a small group of Republicans. But it has no path forward, and the prospects of a deal are uncertain.

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Jan 8 • 5:29 PM EST • Health • nytimes.com
House passes bill extending health care subsidies, bucking GOP leaders

Prospects for passage in the Senate are unclear. The enhanced subsidies expired at the end of 2025, driving costs up for millions.

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Jan 8 • 5:14 PM EST • Health • washingtonpost.com
House passes bill extending health care subsidies, bucking GOP leaders

Prospects for passage in the Senate are unclear. The enhanced subsidies expired at the end of 2025, driving costs up for millions.

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Jan 8 • 5:14 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Popular bar in Palm Springs set to close; business owners concerned about slow season

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – PS Air Bar, a popular aviation-themed lounge in Palm Springs, is closing after more than six years. The bar was located inside Bouschet, a specialty marketplace for fine wines, which is also closing. In a statement posted to the PS Air Bar website, the owners explained their decision to close:

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Jan 8 • 4:08 PM EST • Business • kesq.com
Sonoma County issues health warning after local resident dies in suspected mushroom poisoning

A Sonoma County resident has died of suspected mushroom poisoning, county officials said Thursday.

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Jan 8 • 3:48 PM EST • Health • pressdemocrat.com
Did 'Stranger Things' release one last episode? The 'Conformity Gate' fan theory explained amid speculation

Warning: Spoilers ahead!

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Jan 8 • 12:03 PM EST • Entertainment • yahoo.com
Nvidia’s China Chip Sales: Great Business, Even Better Foreign Policy

If Nvidia can fulfill its role as crucial supplier to a world that includes China, the United States will be safer consequently.

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Jan 8 • 10:00 AM EST • Business • forbes.com
WellSpan Health Announces Comprehensive Migration of Technology Portfolio to AWS

Add to FavoritesWellSpan Health, the leading health care system serving Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland, today announced plans for a comprehensive cloud migration of its full technology infrastructure. Together with Amazon Web Services (AWS) as its preferred cloud provider, WellSpan will transition its applications, data and environments from traditional data centers to AWS. This migration will establish the foundation for delivering next-generation, AI-enabled health care solutions that reduce administrative burden and improve outcomes for patients across the region and beyond. Supercharging Innovation, Efficiency and Patient Outcomes WellSpan's migration of systems and clinical applications, which serve 1.2 million patients across nine hospitals and 250+ facilities, is expected to be complete by April 2026, one of the fastest full-scale migrations in the health care industry. This transformation enables WellSpan to unify disparate data systems for care teams and patients alike, achieving operational efficiencies and care improvements that fragmented systems are unable to deliver. “Our comprehensive migration to the cloud accelerates our ability to deploy new clinical capabilities that transform patient care while advancing our overall innovation strategy,” said Roxanna Gapstur, Ph.D., R.N., president and CEO, WellSpan Health. “When a physician can access complete patient imaging in seconds instead of hours, we're not just modernizing technology—we're improving patient outcomes. Our new cloud infrastructure also enables us to quickly implement solutions that will free our clinicians from thousands of hours of administrative work annually so they can focus on what they do best: caring for our communities.” The transition allows WellSpan to move away from a data center-based model and enables the rapid deployment and scale of AI technology. WellSpan’s strategic partner, General Catalyst’s Health Assurance Transformation Company (HATCo), facilitated the collaboration with AWS to support the migration. WellSpan’s transformation journey benefits from HATCo’s specialized technology solutions, as well as General Catalyst and AWS’s significant partnership to improve patient outcomes, which was announced in January 2025. “Our decision to go all-in on AWS will enable insights and innovations impossible in traditional siloed environments,” said Kasey Paulus, executive vice president and chief operating officer, WellSpan Health. “This is the largest health care technology transformation in our region's history, and it positions WellSpan to be a premier partner for technology leaders across the country.” “WellSpan is building a foundation with AWS that will improve care and outcomes for patients across their health system by bringing data together into standardized formats that are optimized for AI applications,” said Dan Sheeran, vice president and general manager, Healthcare and Life Science, AWS. “To do this, it is essential to have the most secure and compliant cloud when handling patient data, along with AWS’s built-in AI governance and responsible AI frameworks that follow the industry’s highest standards to protect patient information. We look forward to continuing to work alongside WellSpan as they unlock the cloud and AI’s full potential to deliver exceptional care to their patients.” Key Benefits of the AWS Collaboration Full Portfolio Migration: WellSpan will transition its applications and data from on-premises data centers to AWS, including full IT environments and specialized applications for functions such as nursing, cardiology, pharmacy and the company’s supply chain systems. This represents approximately 7.5 petabytes of clinical and non-clinical data and more than 300 applications—the most comprehensive health system cloud migration in the Mid-Atlantic region. Approved Architectures: AWS will deliver secure, WellSpan-specific architectures tailored to each build, ensuring compliance and reliability across the health system. Unified, AI-Ready Data: Migrating to AWS enables WellSpan to harmonize data across separate systems, transforming unstructured clinical notes and multi-modal datasets into standardized, AI-ready formats. Accelerated Results and Improved Outcomes: Automated data normalization and processing will enable the deployment of applications that reduce turnaround times for items such as analyzing medical imaging or patient records from days to minutes, helping clinicians get patient results faster and improving overall health outcomes. Reduced Administrative Burden: The transition to AWS will enable swift deployment of AI-powered solutions that reclaim thousands of hours for WellSpan’s clinical and corporate teams, allowing them to focus on patient care rather than paperwork. Elastic Infrastructure: Cloud architecture will enable WellSpan to scale computing resources dynamically, supporting seasonal demand fluctuations without infrastructure investments, as well as the rapid deployment of new services across multiple locations simultaneously. Most Secure, Compliant Cloud: AWS offers the highest network availability of any cloud provider, with more than 166 HIPAA-eligible services and certifications for global compliance standards, including HITRUST CSF. Built-in AI governance and responsible AI frameworks ensure that WellSpan’s data is protected under the industry’s most rigorous standards. Tags:News releaseInnovation and partnerships

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Jan 8 • 9:25 AM EST • Health • wellspan.org
Mass. will spend $250M to lower health insurance bills after federal subsidies expired

Gov. Maura Healey said Thursday that she’ll tap a special state trust fund to help about 270,000 residents whose costs are soaring because Congress failed to renew a chunk of federal subsidies before they expired at the end of last year.

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Jan 8 • 9:03 AM EST • Health • wbur.org
Verana Health Merges with COTA to Dramatically Expand Scale, Velocity, and Depth of Real-World Data Offerings Across Oncology and Other Specialties

/PRNewswire/ -- Verana Health®, a digital health company dedicated to revolutionizing patient care and clinical research through real-world data (RWD), has...

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Jan 8 • 9:00 AM EST • Health • prnewswire.com
12 Orange County restaurants have flawless health inspections; seven marked with critical violations in December

Here's a look at the results of restaurant inspections conducted in Orange County last month.

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Jan 8 • 5:25 AM EST • Health • recordonline.com
Building Open-Source AI Models That Emphasize Generating Mental Health Advice

I discuss what open-source means in the realm of AI and LLMs. There are efforts to devise open-source LLMs for mental health guidance. An AI Insider scoop.

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Jan 8 • 3:15 AM EST • Health • forbes.com
This brain trick makes exercise feel easier

Exercise doesn’t just challenge the body; it challenges how the brain interprets effort. Scientists discovered that vibrating tendons before cycling allowed people to push harder without feeling like they were working more. Their muscles and hearts worked overtime, but their sense of strain stayed the same. This brain-body mismatch could one day help make exercise feel less intimidating, especially for people who struggle to stay active.

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Jan 8 • 2:16 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
NE Wisconsin health officials, radon experts urge home testing during Radon Action Month

Counties and radon specialists are working to educate homeowners on the importance of testing and knowing your home's levels.

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Jan 7 • 6:03 PM EST • Health • fox11online.com
Can You Build A Profitable Small Business On Main Street In 2026? Yes.

Founder Kate Assaraf of Dip is choosing to work almost exclusively with independent retailers. She's redirected $5 million into Main Street economies across the US.

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Jan 7 • 5:53 PM EST • Business • forbes.com
Edward Cabrera trade grades: Cubs ace deal for starter, Marlins return a little light

Three prospects, including Owen Caissie, are headed back to Miami

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Jan 7 • 5:09 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Tracee Ellis Ross Inks Impressive Development Deal With Fox Entertainment

Tracee Ellis Ross just expanded her professional portfolio with a multiyear first-look deal for scripted projects and an overall unscripted deal at Fox Entertainment Studios.

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Jan 7 • 5:07 PM EST • Entertainment • forbes.com
An electronic health record-integrated AI agent advances personalized prostate cancer education

Mayo Clinic researchers have developed and evaluated MedEduChat, an electronic health record (EHR) that works with a large language model to provide accurate, patient-specific prostate cancer education.

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Jan 7 • 4:30 PM EST • Health • medicalxpress.com
Astronaut snaps spectacular photo of lightning above Italy

NASA astronaut Nichole Ayers spotted the summer storm while aboard the International Space Station.

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Jan 7 • 4:26 PM EST • Science • popsci.com
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Kari Lake's trust buys Iowa condo, renewing political speculation

The purchase has again jumpstarted speculation the Iowa native could be eyeing a future political run by establishing residency in the Hawkeye State.

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Jan 7 • 3:42 PM EST • Politics • desmoinesregister.com
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FanDuel Sports Network financial woes could impact Royals

Your best source for quality Kansas City Royals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Jan 7 • 2:24 PM EST • Sports • royalsreview.com
DeSantis announces special legislative session on redistricting

The governor has discussed redistricting several times in the past few months.

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Jan 7 • 2:13 PM EST • Politics • mynews13.com
Amazon asks corporate employees: What did you accomplish last year?

Amazon updates its performance review system to require corporate employees share specific work achievements.

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Jan 7 • 1:49 PM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
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2 Pittsburgh business owners charged in EBT fraud scheme

The suspects made more than 800 transactions, involving 450 EBT cards.

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Jan 7 • 12:41 PM EST • Business • cbsnews.com
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Gov. DeSantis calls April Special Session to tackle congressional redistricting

'People deserve equal representation.'

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Jan 7 • 12:09 PM EST • Politics • floridapolitics.com
Dauphin County entertainment complex closes one restaurant but expands another

The Englewood's strategic shift aims to accommodate more special events and live music performances while maintaining popular menu items.

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Jan 7 • 10:32 AM EST • Entertainment • pennlive.com
Art and entertainment in 2025

In 2025, the pages of Compass tracked the steady hum of creativity across the Northwest Corner. Here’s a look at some of the highlights that shaped the year.ARTThe Hotchkiss School marked 50 years of co-education with The Art of Joy Brown, a sweeping retrospective honoring the internationally celebr...

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Jan 7 • 10:20 AM EST • Entertainment • lakevillejournal.com
Leaker suggests future iPhones could get multispectral cameras

Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station suggests that future iPhones may get multispectral camera sensors. While this could, in theory, provide improved color...

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Jan 7 • 8:07 AM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Apple Reportedly Exploring Multispectral Imaging for Future iPhones

Apple is exploring multispectral imaging technology for future iPhone cameras that could improve Visual Intelligence, enhance material detection, and boost image processing, according to a new supply chain rumor out of China. In a post on Weibo, leaker Digital Chat Station said Apple is currently evaluating components related to multispectral imaging within the supply chain, but cautioned that formal testing has not yet begun, suggesting the technology remains at an exploratory stage.

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Jan 7 • 6:33 AM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
The US has tried to acquire Greenland before – and failed

On the heels of the US capture of Venezuelan leader Nícolas Maduro, President Donald Trump has ramped up his rhetoric around his desire to acquire Greenland, once again raising the prospect of military intervention, sparking fears across Europe and widespread condemnation.

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Jan 7 • 6:10 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Health inspectors shut down 4 Central Florida restaurants last week

The Department of Business and Professional Regulation shut down four Central Florida restaurants for health code violations during the week from Dec. 28-Jan. 3.

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Jan 7 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • orlandosentinel.com
Business leaders are growing more optimistic, JPMorgan survey finds

Almost two in five leaders at midsize businesses expressed optimism—especially about their own company’s future performance.

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Jan 7 • 5:00 AM EST • Business • fortune.com
Tarantula with XXL genitalia, 'death ball' sponge among cool species of 2025

A spider with extraordinary genitalia, a carnivorous caterpillar that wears its prey's body parts, and a tiny opossum are among the cool new species described by science in 2025.

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Jan 7 • 4:00 AM EST • Science • cbc.ca
Google releases January Android Security Bulletin, but Pixel users are still waiting for bug fixes

Especially the ones added after the December update.

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Jan 7 • 3:18 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
Politics Friday Special: Walz gives deeper explanation about decision to abandon bid for third term

In a major political shakeup, Gov. Tim Walz took himself out of the running for a third term as governor. The next day, a fiery Walz took questions about his final year in office.

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Jan 6 • 6:33 PM EST • Politics • mprnews.org
Leaders of Louisiana legal powerhouse McGlinchey Stafford vote to dissolve firm

The New Orleans-based firm, better known as McGlinchey Stafford, was built more than 50 years ago and grew to be one of the most prestigious and respected in the region with 160 lawyers in 18 states.

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Jan 6 • 5:50 PM EST • Business • nola.com
Five years later: From the Politics Desk

Plus, previewing the year's upcoming special House elections.

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Jan 6 • 5:33 PM EST • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Back to School, Healthy and Ready: Tips for Navigating Flu Season

As we welcome students and families back for the spring semester, keeping our school community healthy remains our top priority. With flu season continuing into the winter months, it’s especially important that we work together to reduce the spread of illness and ensure students are ready to learn each day. Our campus is taking proactive steps to support the health […]

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Jan 6 • 3:20 PM EST • Health • ideapublicschools.org
Washington State PAC Pushes for Trans Sports Ban With Genital Inspections

The initiative has reportedly received enough signatures to be considered for a state ballot.

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Jan 6 • 3:13 PM EST • Sports • them.us
Seasonal Fall River bar, entertainment, event space, expected to open in May

A new Fall River spot is taking the next step to open for business later this year. In June, Kara O’Connell, with Atty Jeffrey Medeiros, was granted a Special Permit by the Zoning Board of Appeals to operate a seasonal bar, entertainment, and event space serving alcohol and providing food via foo

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Jan 6 • 3:08 PM EST • Entertainment • fallriverreporter.com