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Lombardo to lead 2026 ballot initiative to keep transgender athletes out of female sports
Gov. Joe Lombardo announced Wednesday he’s leading a petition to amend the Nevada Constitution to keep transgender athletes out of girls’ and women’s sports, even though there are already bans in place at the state and national level.
Potential health concerns with drinking water on some airlines, study finds
Broncos' (projected) depth chart going into NFL playoffs
Here's a look at the Broncos' (projected) depth chart going into the NFL playoffs.
Labour workers’ rights concessions to cut cost to business by billions, analysis shows
Updated government assessment says measures will now entail ‘no more than a modest increase’ for employers
Labour workers’ rights concessions to cut cost to business by billions, analysis shows
Updated government assessment says measures will now entail ‘no more than a modest increase’ for employers
Galaxies with ‘hoop skirts’ are more common than we thought
The discovery of thousands more galaxies with stars ringing their main disks could help astronomers study galactic evolution more generally.
Private sector added fewer-than-expected 41,000 jobs in December, ADP says
The figure reported on Wednesday is below economists’ estimates of an increase of 47,000 jobs and higher than the prior month’s revised reading of a loss of 29,000 jobs.
When Being a Family Business Becomes a Competitive Advantage
Family businesses often underestimate the strategic power of their familial identity, defaulting instead to corporate models that erode the trust and long-term relationships that set them apart. A Family-to-Family (F2F) strategy reframes customers and suppliers as multigenerational partners, strengthening loyalty, speeding decision-making, and fueling innovation in ways competitors struggle to replicate. Vitex’s transformation shows how deliberately activating “familiness” can drive resilience, growth, and market leadership—offering a blueprint for CEOs who want to turn trust into a durable competitive advantage.
Hidden in storage, a University of Utah research associate happened upon the only known copy of this ‘revolutionary’ software
It took careful work to recover the UNIX V4 operating system from the 9-track magnetic tape. The software is foundational for most devices used today, including iPhones.
Exclusive: Estée Lauder Companies Has Put Three Brands Up for Sale
The conglomerate is strategically shopping a cluster of its lines, including Too Faced, Smashbox and Dr. Jart in a package deal.
Science 37 Named Finalist in Two Categories for the 2026 SCOPE Awards
MORRISVILLE, N.C., Jan. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Science 37, the leader in expanding patient access to clinical trials, today announced it has been named a finalist for two prestigious SCOPE Awards: the Participant Engagement Award and the Site Innovation Award. This marks the first time that a single company has been named a finalist for two SCOPE Award categories in the same year. Driving Engagement Through Community Pharmacies Science 37 was recognized for the Participant Engagement Award
How to watch the RodeoHouston entertainment lineup announcement | Streaming live on KHOU 11+
You'll find out who's coming to Houston when we do!
Entertainment leaders amp up discussions about AI, creators and innovative tech at CES 2026
LAS VEGAS – The world’s largest tech showcase does not come without theatrics. Innovations and gadgets like a lollipop that sings to you as you consume it, a laundry-folding robot and a “smart” LEGO b...
Science, Resilience, and the Road Ahead
S4, E6: Jeremy Farrar, FRS, of the World Health Organization (WHO), shares personal lessons on failure, leadership under pressure, and why optimism, humility, and inclusion are essential to shaping the future of public health ...
Introducing Listening Activity and Request to Jam in Messages on Spotify
We know people use Spotify not just to listen, but to share the songs, podcasts, and audiobooks they love with their friends and family. When we launched Messages last year, we gave users a place to do that right in the app. Since then, almost 40 million users have sent nearly 340 million messages, showing...
Health Rounds: AI uses sleep study data to accurately predict dozens of health issues
Artificial intelligence can use brain recordings from a single night in a sleep lab to predict a person's risk of developing more than 100 health conditions, researchers say.
How UTA’s Expanding London Hub, Including Sports, Is Driving Its EMEA Business
"The group continues to look for complementary opportunities to grow its business," notes a U.K. filing that also highlights UTA UK's diversification via pushes into newer areas.
How UTA’s Expanding London Hub, Including Sports, Is Driving Its EMEA Business
"The group continues to look for complementary opportunities to grow its business," notes a U.K. filing that also highlights UTA UK's diversification via pushes into newer areas.
Prep talk: Oaks Christian girls' water polo team setting standard for excellence
The defending Southern Section champion Lions are off to 10-1 start this season in a bid to repeat as Open Division champions.
West Ham collapse: From Conference League winners to relegation battlers
After losing to Nottingham Forest, West Ham's relegation is looking ever more likely in an epic collapse from just two seasons ago
Manchester United: Who are Darren Fletcher's son's Tyler and Jack?
BBC Sport profiles twin brothers Tyler and Jack Fletcher, who will hope to get minutes at Manchester United under interim head coach and father Darren
How Political Influence Shapes Agricultural Expansion in the Amazon
A new study reveals how political donations help large landowners reshape agriculture and the Amazon rainforest
Intel Stock Gains as Management Teases New Gaming Chips
Intel Stock Rises After Executive Outlines Gaming Chip Plans at CES
Lux Capital Raises $1.5 billion for Fund Focused on New Science, Defense
Venture firm Lux Capital raised $1.5 billion for its ninth fund — the largest in its more than 20-year history — with plans to back more companies that focus on fields like breakthrough science and national security.
Physicists built a perfect conductor from ultracold atoms
Researchers at TU Wien have discovered a quantum system where energy and mass move with perfect efficiency. In an ultracold gas of atoms confined to a single line, countless collisions occur—but nothing slows down. Instead of diffusing like heat in metal, motion travels cleanly and undiminished, much like a Newton’s cradle. The finding reveals a striking form of transport that breaks the usual rules of resistance.
Less than a trillionth of a second: Ultrafast UV light could transform communications and imaging
Researchers have built a new platform that produces ultrashort UV-C laser pulses and detects them at room temperature using atom-thin materials. The light flashes last just femtoseconds and can be used to send encoded messages through open space. The system relies on efficient laser generation and highly responsive sensors that scale well for manufacturing. Together, these advances could accelerate the development of next-generation photonic technologies.
Intel Stock Is Soaring. Is the Turnaround Gamble Finally Paying Off?
Intel stock soared on Wednesday, extending a recent run-up fueled by increasing confidence in its foundry business.
Why staying focused is harder than ever and what science can tell us about it
From phone notifications and flashing alerts to crowded screens and busy workspaces, modern life is full of visual distractions competing for our attention. A Rice psychologist is investigating how irrelevant visual information interferes with our ability to stay on task and why certain distractions slow us down more than others.
Sports Illustrated Stadium to Host USWNT, SheBelieves Cup
HARRISON, N.J. (Jan. 7, 2026) - Sports Illustrated Stadium will host the U.S. Women’s National Team and the final round of matches of the 2026 SheBelieves Cup on Saturday, March 7, U.S. Soccer announc
Institute of Global Politics Launches American Democracy Initiative
The project is led Columbia political economist Alexander Hertel-Fernandez.
LEGO Says Smart Brick Is 'Here to Stay,' and Responds to 'Questions and Concerns' Around Abandoning Non-Digital Play
A day on from the official reveal of LEGO Smart Brick, the company has responded to concerns that its big announcement poses a risk to its core basis in physical play.
Locked Fallout TV Show Countdown Timer Coincides With Season 2 Finale — but Fans Are Hoping It Also Signals a Fallout 3 or New Vegas Remaster Shadowdrop
There is a mysterious countdown timer on Amazon’s official website for its Fallout TV series that is set to unlock when the Season 2 finale comes out — but fans think it might also signal the shadowdrop of a Fallout 3 or New Vegas remaster.
Local Business Spotlight: Cedar Grove Veterinary Clinic
For nearly a decade, Cedar Grove Veterinary Clinic has provided care for dogs, cats, lizards, guinea pigs, and other unique pets in Grand Marais. The clinic, owned by Dr. Nadder Samari, DVM, and his wife, Lee, began in 2017 and has been a staple in the small town since opening. “We fell in love with...
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.
Proposed tax district along Business Loop 70 could aid redevelopment
Some economic relief could be coming to Columbia's Business Loop through a potential tax increment financing district.
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.
Campaigning under threat: How political violence is already shaping the next Democratic primary
After a year in which the assassinations of Charlie Kirk and former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman were just among the highest-profile horrors, managing the fear of violence has become a central feature of political campaigns. That fear is part of the conversations many Democrats who could be competitors for the White House are having with each other, comparing notes and anxieties, according to several people familiar with the conversations who spoke on condition of anonymity.
Annual first quarter business reports due by end of March; can be filed at any time online
Businesses are encouraged to monitor their information online and file reports timely to remain in good standing, which might be a prerequisite to qualify for contracts, loans and other forms of assistance.
The Accelerant
Stephen Miller is turning President Trump’s most incendiary impulses into policy.
Veeam Patches Critical RCE Vulnerability with CVSS 9.0 in Backup & Replication
Veeam patched four Backup & Replication flaws, including CVE-2025-59470 (CVSS 9.0) enabling RCE; update to version 13.0.1.1071.
Movies and TV shows casting across the US
Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting across the US.
Entertainment leaders amp up discussions about AI, creators and innovative tech at CES 2026
CES 2026 is featuring extensive programming related to Hollywood, influencers and how the industry will continue to work with AI.
Entertainment leaders amp up discussions about AI, creators and innovative tech at CES 2026
CES 2026 is featuring extensive programming related to Hollywood, influencers and how the industry will continue to work with AI.
Dry January encourages reset on alcohol habits, Lowcountry health experts say
The New Year often brings resolutions focused on health; one of the most popular in recent years is Dry January, a monthlong break from alcohol.
JPMorganChase Survey: U.S. Business Leaders Signal Optimism and Growth Plans for 2026 Despite Economic Uncertainty
NEW YORK, January 07, 2026--At the start of the year, strong optimism among U.S. business leaders is setting the stage for an active 2026, according to JPMorganChase’s annual Business Leaders Outlook survey of small and midsize companies. Following a year of persistent economic and geopolitical headwinds, business leaders are charting a path forward by pursuing growth opportunities, embracing emerging technologies and, in some cases, forging new strategic partnerships.
Brother Martin-Rummel goes two OTs — and the winner’s new coach is being heard
Brother Martin basketball coach Wesley Laurendine had plenty to feel good about Tuesday night.
Personnel note: EDGE Communications promotes David Cruz Ramos to Chief of Staff
'David is the kind of leader every candidate hopes for: steady, strategic, and relentless in his pursuit of excellence.'
Tim Walz Was Brought Down by a Scandal Hiding in Plain Sight
The welfare-theft scheme was public in 2024, but Trump and Republicans didn’t realize its potency as a political attack.
Pro-Trump influencers take a victory lap amid fallout from viral video alleging fraud
The swift policy and political repercussions the video helped propel illustrate the symbiotic relationship between online content creators and the Trump administration's policy goals.
Trump’s EPA Could Limit Its Own Ability to Use New Science to Strengthen Air Pollution Rules
In government records that have flown under the radar, the EPA is questioning its legal authority to revise pollution rules more than once when new science shows unacceptable health risks.
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.
RFK Jr.’s war on antidepressants is coming — and it will cost lives
“Kennedy’s antidepressant rhetoric is not only based on bad science, it fuels distrust in mental health treatments” in the midst of a crisis for adolescents, experts write.
What’s next for closed Sarasota County icon Snook Haven? See photos
Snook Haven, a popular waterfront restaurant and park in south Sarasota County, has been closed since May. See photos of what’s next for the icon.
Six Penguins Named College Sports Communicators Academic All-District®
The Youngstown State football program had six student-athletes named to the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District team, the organization announced.
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.
2025: Another Big Year Of Change For Reading Women
Reading Women have been through another whirlwind 12 months, and although things are looking up on the pitch, concerns remain off it…
“Science on Saturday” Talks at Plasma Physics Lab Are Geared Toward Anyone Who is Curious
SCIENCE FOR EVERYONE: State Sen. Andrew Zwicker, who is also a physicist and hosts the “Science on Saturday” series at Princeton Plasma Physics Lab, is proud of its diverse array of topics. By Anne Levin As has been the custom for some four decades, the “Science on Saturday at the Princeton Plasma Physics Lab” (PPPL) […]
Philips Hue rolling out these upgrades in early 2026 including ‘SpatialAware’ scenes
Philips Hue is launching a few new upgrades in 2026, including new “SpatialAware” lighting scenes that more intelligently distribute color...
Science 2025: The bad news and the good news
Attacks on scientific agencies and research universities have thrown US science into disarray. The effects will be long-lasting and detrimental to the role of the US as a scientific leader in the world.
This is (almost) definitely Samsung's Galaxy S26 announcement date
All the confusion surrounding the next Unpacked event may have been cleared by the world's most reliable leaker.
Oil price falls after Trump says Venezuela will send supply to US
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Brent crude drops back to $60 a barrel
Digital Bank Zand and Business Banking Platform Yuze Announce Strategic Alliance
Blockchain-powered digital bank, Zand, and digital business banking platform, Yuze, have teamed up to help small businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs secure digital business accounts.
Entertainment center construction culminates this year
Construction continues on the Food, Beverage and Entertainment Center, one of two Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Directorate projects on the northeast end of Redstone expected to be finished
Cambridge Science Park sees plastic made from peas and AI robots
Why scientists in Cambridge are "optimistic" they can improve our lives and the UK economy in 2026.
NASA just saw inside a white dwarf system for the first time, and the view surprised scientists | - The Times of India
Science News: Sometimes progress in space science does not arrive with a flash. It comes quietly, through patient observation, and then settles into place. That is .
HMSA plans merger with Hawaii Pacific Health hospitals
Insurance giant HMSA and Hawaii Pacific Health, which owns several major hospitals, have agreed to join forces in one of the biggest mergers in Hawaii history.
Calendar Pick: Workhorses of the Entertainment/Recreational Industry
Composed of veteran musicians Rob Keller (The Welfare Liners), Ben Reynolds (Chickasaw Mudd Puppies), Domingo “Sunny” Ortiz (Widespread Panic) and William Tonks (MrJordanMrTonks), Workhorses of the Entertainment/Recreational Industry is an Athens-based band inspired by the sounds of acoustic rock, traditional folk, country and blues. As of late, the band has played several shows and is working on its album. In a bill presented by local promoter Aubrey Entertainment, the quartet will be performing alongside Scott Low & the Blue Bouillon. Seen sharing stages with artists like Jason Isbell, Chris Stapleton and Shovels & Rope, Low is a folk musician whose sound has been compared to Americana acts like Jamey Johnson and Ryan Bingham, but the influence of artists like Tom […]
Google co-founder moving business out of California ahead of proposed billionaire tax
‘Fox News @ Night’ panelists discuss calls for investigation into alleged fraud in California and the consequences of the state’s proposed billionaire tax.
West Virginia rallies past Cincinnati for first Big 12 win
Treysen Eaglestaff’s three with just over a minute left put West Virginia back in front and capped a late rally, as the Mountaineers earn their first Big 12 win of the season.
Awaiting proposal for St. Charles tourism restructuring, Main Street businesses express concern
The concern first captured attention in August 2025, when the plan was first announced.
Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams committed to revitalizing the city by modernizing infrastructure
Williams outlined her administration's priorities for the next four years, which include infrastructure projects such as repairing roads, bridges, and streets.
The Nikon 24-105mm f/4-7.1 Is a New Kit Zoom to Pair with the Z5 II
Nikon has announced the Nikkor Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 zoom lens for Nikon full-frame mirrorless cameras.
Hisense's 116-Inch MiniLED TV Gets Cyan Pixel for Even More Colors
The 116UXS boasts thousands of dimming zones and covers over 100% of the high-end BT.2020 color space.
Former Colorado wildlife director heads to Wyoming
Jeff Davis, the former director of Colorado Parks and Wildlife who oversaw the introduction of wolves in Colorado, is headed to Wyoming, where he will take on a new job as deputy director for that state’s game and fish agency. The Polis administration replaced Davis as head of Colorado Parks and Wildlife after Washington’s wildlife […]
FOX NFL Had Its Best Regular Season Since 2015
FOX NFL enjoyed its best season since 2015, averaging 19.6 million viewers.
After over 13 years, owners of Westport business put it up for sale
After 13+ years, owners of a local business are hoping that the public can help them find someone that will carry the torch that they lit. Mother/daughter team Marcelle Gauvin and Kelsey Jacobsen have announced that Double Bar Music at 549 American Legion Highway in Westport is up for sale. "W
Sindhu begins 2026 with win, Satwik-Chirag in action at BWF Malaysia Open; Tata Steel India begins: Indian Sports LIVE, January 7
Follow all the updates from Indian sports on January 7, 2026
Legislative auditor: Minnesota DHS employees backdated, created documentation in behavioral health grant program
Minnesota’s Department of Human Services (DHS) commissioner said the agency is investigating after the legislative auditor found employees in the agency’s Behavioral Health Administration backdated or created documentation during an audit that focused on the management of taxpayer-funded grants.
Lenovo, Nvidia unveil AI cloud gigafactory
Lenovo unveiled an artificial intelligence cloud gigafactory with NVIDIA at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on Tuesday, while also showcasing a slew of other products, including a new AI platform.
Midwife, doctor dies during childbirth, reignites Black maternal health conversations in NC
Dr. Janell Green Smith advocated for Black people giving birth and just days into the new year, she died while giving birth to her first child.
Full-length Replay: First Things First: OT
Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, Kevin Wildes and OT anchor Danny Parkins offer their opinions on the day’s biggest sports stories.
Global Blog | Motorola at Lenovo Tech World 2026
Motorola took the Lenovo Tech World 2026 stage in Las Vegas to unveil the most exciting tech yet, including a new form factor and franchise.
Global Blog | Motorola launches the first motorola signature
Motorola launches the first motorola signature, the most complete and sophisticated phone ever created, reflecting a commitment to excellence.
Lenovo Reimagines the Device Experience in the AI Era with Visionary Proofs of Concept at CES 2026
Lenovo is showcasing a series of proofs-of-concept that demonstrate bold new designs and an ecosystem of AI-enabled devices
Motorola Debuts Its First Book-Style Foldable and Wearable AI Concept
Lenovo Group Ltd.‘s Motorola unveiled its first folding phone that opens like a book or passport, a departure from the string of clamshell-style foldables that the brand has released over the last several years.
Motorola just announced a foldable phone to rival Samsung and Google at CES
Motorola just announced the Razr Fold at CES 2026. This is the company's first foldable smartphone.
Motorola reveals the Razr Fold, a book-style foldable launching this summer
Motorola is light on details but heavy on hype for its first book-style foldable.
Lenovo’s new All-in-One PC can sync its lighting to your notifications
A flashy new design
You Love Your Ultrawide Gaming Monitor. What About an Ultrawide Gaming Laptop?
Lenovo brought a Legion gaming laptop to CES this year with a rollable OLED display that expands horizontally by six inches.
The Razr Fold Adds a Book-Style Foldable to Motorola’s Lineup
At CES 2026, the company also announced a new smartwatch, stylus, Bluetooth tracker, and even a weird AI pendant.
Lenovo’s Auto Twist laptop is going from concept to real product
The auto-opening ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist is actually coming out.
This ThinkPad laptop concept has a rollable display that wraps around its lid
And that lid is partially seethrough.
Lenovo’s new concept rollable could be the ideal gaming laptop
Gamers may have a new grail laptop.
Iowa Business Council reports positive economic outlook for 2026
Results of its fourth quarter survey show members are optimistic about the economic road ahead, though challenges remain.
Brevan Howard's biggest funds trail other macro players
Last year was a big one for many macro-oriented hedge funds, including Bridgewater and Discovery.
$10M lawsuit filed against Houston business owner accused of making deepfake sexual content of influencer
A Houston business owner, already facing criminal charges after being accused of impersonating a Houston internet influencer and creating fake nude images of her, is now facing a multi-million dollar lawsuit.