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It Seems Like It Would Be Fun to Go to Mars. Well, No One Considers This Part.
Elon Musk says his obsession with the red planet is cooling.
From micro-wedding to big bash, Tacoma business will right-size your costs
Sign and Celebrate recently was awarded top business-pitch designation from local networking group.
Labour is stubborn in defeat because it knows this: we face the belated end of the political 20th century
In Gorton and Denton, I heard again and again that people wanted seismic political change – Labour and the Tories are no longer part of that conversation, says Guardian columnist John Harris
Scientists just created chocolate honey packed with surprising health perks
Scientists in Brazil have transformed cocoa waste into a functional chocolate-infused honey packed with antioxidants and natural stimulants. Using ultrasound waves, they enhanced honey’s ability to pull beneficial compounds from cocoa shells—no synthetic solvents required. The process is considered green and sustainable, and the product could find its way into gourmet foods and cosmetics.
Jupiter’s moons may have formed with the ingredients for life
Jupiter’s icy moons may have been seeded with the chemical ingredients for life from the very beginning. An international team of scientists modeled how complex organic molecules—essential building blocks for biology—could have formed in the swirling disk of gas and dust around the young Sun and later been carried into Jupiter’s own moon-forming disk. Their results suggest that up to half of the icy material that built moons like Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto may have delivered freshly made organic compounds without being chemically destroyed.
Japan: Resident Evil Requiem on Nintendo Switch 2 is sold out at three of the biggest game retailers
It seems as though Japanese gamers are lapping up the recently released Resident Evil Requiem on the Nintendo Switch 2. Reports are circulating that the latest Resident Evil game on the Nintendo…
Trump’s Iran strikes risk hitting American pocketbooks if they last
Oil supplies are vulnerable if conflict escalates.
Social media reacts to Alabama's comeback road win vs. Tennessee
Alabama won Saturday night at Tennessee, 71-69, following a huge shot late from Labaron Philon. Here is how social media reacted to the win.
Investment in AI-resistant ‘Halo’ companies helps push UK and EU markets to record highs
Investors are shifting toward physical assets that are partially insulated from disruption, says Goldman Sachs
ESPN NFL mock draft forecasts Missouri star to Detroit Lions
Mel Kiper Jr.'s latest first-round NFL mock draft has ESPN looking a different direction for the Detroit Lions.
Small business becomes latest not to renew lease with Peoria’s Twin Towers
This is the latest of a recent series of disputes between unhappy business owners leasing space at Twin Towers Mall and the mall’s new management.
Wellness peptide craze: why people are injecting drugs 'not for human consumption'
Growing numbers of people are injecting unregulated peptides for health reasons - but one expert says they are "lab rats".
Republican responds: neighbors before politics
To the editor, I read with great interest and compassion the recent letter from a neighbor, Emily Shapiro, who submitted “Is it too late to know thy neighbor?” in the Riverdale Press’s …
Q&A: How can microbiome science solve problems in agriculture?
Decades of research has shown promise for using microbiome science to solve several problems facing agriculture, but these findings have not yet been translated to practical recommendations for growers, ...
Special Edition – Turnaround of the 2026 Session
Learn which health-related bills remain after Turnaround Day and what to watch in the second half of the 2026 Kansas legislative session.
Democrats demand immediate vote to restrain Trump on Iran
Congress is expected to vote on two resolutions that seek to block further military action, the latest test of a long-shot strategy to reassert lawmakers’ war powers.
Health Policy Watch: Zambia and Zimbabwe back away from ‘prescriptive’ US health deals
Zambia is unhappy with part of the proposed health aid deal with the US; Zimbabwe halted its bilateral health negotiations with the US.
4 Costco Tablet Accessories That Will Level Up Your iPad
Top Costco iPad accessory picks include the Apple Pencil Pro, Magic Keyboard, a 20,000 mAh power bank, and the latest AirTags for tracking.
Gunflint Trail lodges see boost in winter business after latest snowfall
A stretch of snowfall in recent weeks has put winter in Cook County and the northeast region back on familiar footing. The recent snowfall, totaling over two feet in some areas, has brought a resurgence of winter visitors eager to enjoy outdoor activities. “People are really happy,” said Ruth Wagner, owner of Golden Eagle Lodge....
ENTERTAINMENT: ‘Mask’ ends SoNA season; hotel hosts paranormal deep-dive
The Basin Park Hotel hosts “Parting the Veil,” which a news release describes as “an exclusive paranormal deep-dive weekend (with) guided investigations, hands-on equipment sessions and late-night explorations (that) will take you deeper into the hotel’s storied past,” Friday and Saturday.
Colorado Republicans, Democrats clash over Iran military operation
Colorado’s congressional delegation split sharply along party lines Saturday after the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, triggering a fresh debate in America over presidential war powers. Trump announced early Saturday morning that U.S and Israeli forces had begun “Operation Epic Fury” after multiple explosions were reported around Iran. Later in the day, the president said that […]
Maggie Gyllenhaal admits to feeling 'envy' toward brother Jake Gyllenhaal early in their careers
Maggie Gyllenhaal admits to feeling a latent jealousy toward her brother Jake Gyllenhaal early in their acting careers: 'I don't think I was in touch with the envy, but it was there.'
'The View' returning star Elisabeth Hasselbeck gets 'armor of God' for protection from show
Elisabeth Hasselbeck's friend gave her real 'armor of God' for protection ahead of her return to 'The View' that includes a 'helmet of salvation' and 'breastplate of righteousness.'
Trump’s case for the Iran war makes no sense
The scary incoherence at the heart of Trump’s latest, biggest war.
ESPN's Latest Drake Maye Ranking Catches Patriots' Fans Attention
In a recent list from ESPN. Patriots' quarterback Drake Maye was ranked the fourth-best quarterback prospect since 2021.
Scientists synthesize stable N₄ radical anions under ambient conditions
A team of scientists from the University of Manchester and Oxford have synthesized stable nitrogen chain radical anions under ambient conditions. These molecules, which are normally too reactive to isolate ...
Why did the US strike Iran?
And four other questions about the latest conflict in the Middle East, answered.
The first animals on Earth had no skeletons and that changes everything
Sponges may be ancient, but their timeline has been murky. New research suggests the earliest sponges were soft and skeleton-free, explaining why their fossils don’t appear until much later. By analyzing hundreds of genes and modeling how skeletons evolved, scientists found that mineralized spicules arose separately in different sponge lineages. The discovery rewrites the story of how the first reef-building animals—and possibly the first animals of all—emerged.
Science news this week: 'Spiderwebs' on Mars, tigers' return to Kazakhstan, and 2,000-year-old skull with permanently blackened teeth
Feb. 28, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
Why Mark Zuckerberg sat front row at Prada's latest show
In this edition of BI Today, we're breaking down Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's recent fashion moment.
Jeremiyah Love mock draft: Best fits for Notre Dame RB
Jeremiyah Love is believed to be one of the best players in the 2026 NFL Draft. Here's where the latest mock draft believe he could land.
Country music stars’ recent flight nightmares: Close calls and a tragic crash
Some of country music's biggest stars have had big-time scares in the air of late.
How U.S. Businesses Are Shaving Billions Off Their Tariff Bills
A well-honed tariff-reduction playbook is giving businesses some confidence that they can deal with President Trump’s latest tariffs.
Snow business: In the city, who clears corners and who pays for snowplow damage? [Lancaster Watchdog]
After a storm in late January dumped more than a foot of snow in some spots around Lancaster County, Lancaster city resident Anthony Smart contacted the Watchdog for help clearing
Pittsburgh Pests: Scurrying inside our homes, cockroaches bring more than a few health risks
This is the latest installment of Pittsburgh Pests, an occasional series examining the insects and other creatures that pose health risks in our region. They...
OpenAI strikes a Pentagon deal, hours after Anthropic was cut
OpenAI has reached a deal with the Pentagon over the use of its AI models, CEO Sam Altman announced late Friday.
Remembering Jesse Jackson
The late Reverend Jesse Jackson was — and still is — a revered civil rights activist, political trailblazer, and pop culture icon. For his critics, he was also villainized, or at the very least, a punchline. As Jackson's home going ceremony continues, we take some time to remember how Jackson shaped American politics with journalist Adam Serwer, who warns us not to flatten Jackson into a cliche or caricature.
Nebraska Baseball Upsets #7 Auburn 9-8 in Extra Innings
Late inning heroics by Carey and Jesske were enough to outlast the Huskers’ closing woes.
Your morning coffee could one day help fight cancer
Scientists at Texas A&M are turning an everyday pick-me-up into a high-tech medical switch. By combining caffeine with CRISPR gene editing, researchers have created a system that allows cells to be programmed in advance — and then activated simply by consuming a small dose of caffeine from coffee, chocolate, or soda. The approach, known as chemogenetics, lets scientists precisely turn gene-editing activity on and off inside targeted cells, including powerful immune T cells that can fight cancer.
Texas A&M vying for season sweep of rival Texas
Texas A&M seeks a season sweep of rival Texas while it builds momentum for the NCAA Tournament on Saturday afternoon in a late-season Southeastern Conference clash in College Station, Texas.
Pursuing Sustainable Health Outcomes Under the Trump Administration’s America First Global Health Strategy in the Republic of Guatemala, the Republic of Guinea, and the Republic of El Salvador - United States Department of State
Today, the United States signed bilateral health cooperation Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with the Republic of Guatemala, the Republic of Guinea, and the Republic of El Salvador, advancing the Trump Administration’s America First Global Health Strategy across two continents. These MOUs establish frameworks for sustainable, country-led health systems while strengthening disease detection and response capabilities […]
Some slavery-related displays returned to Philadelphia landmark
Mission Health lifts flu-related visitation limits, citing decrease in cases
Mission Health has lifted all flu-related visitor restrictions across its hospitals and affiliated facilities in western North Carolina.
David Ellison Used Political Ties, Deep Pockets to Buy Warner Bros.
After the board of Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. concluded a meeting Thursday afternoon, Chief Executive Officer David Zaslav called David Ellison and Ted Sarandos to let them know the results. The board had deemed Ellison and Paramount Skydance Corp.’s latest bid superior to that of Netflix Inc. and Sarandos.
2026 College Basketball Odds: Best Bets for Michigan-Illinois, Bama-Tennessee
Sammy P is back with his best bets for this weekend's thrilling slate of men's college hoops. Find out how he's wagering on the action.
Vanderbilt Health Pets of the Day: Momo and Smokey
Today’s first Dog of the Day is Momo, submitted by Ginger DeBellis of the Vanderbilt Vaccine Center. “Momo is a sweet and super smart blue merle Australian shepard who loves learning new tricks, neighbor watching and snuggles.“ Today’s second Dog of the Day is Smokey, submitted by Haley Villacorta of Population Health. “Smokey is a Pomsky (Pomeranian and Siberian husky mix).” Pets of the Day — what you need to know The Vanderbilt Health Pets of the Day are included in regular editions of the MyVUMC News newsletter, which is posted twice a week by Vanderbilt Health News and Communications. The pets are selected from the hundreds of entries sent to the Voice Pet Photo Contest. For those who submitted a photo to that contest, watch MyVUMC News for Pets of the Day, and in addition, regular collections of pet photos are posted to the Voice site. You can see them all here: https://news.vumc.org/section/voice/pets-vumc/. If you have a pet you would like to nominate for Pet of the Day, the next Pet Photo Contest submission period is coming up later this year, and will be announced in MyVUMC News. Momo and Smokey were featured in the March 3, 2026, edition of MyVUMC News.
2026 NCAA Tournament Projections: Has UConn Locked Up the Final No. 1 Seed?
FOX Sports' bracket forecaster Mike DeCourcy offers up his latest men's NCAA Tournament projections.
Kevin Stefanski's Admission on Shedeur Sanders After Browns Decision
Kevin Stefanski praised Shedeur Sanders’ mindset and late-season improvement in 2025, even though he was fired after a 5–12 season.
Dispute Between Pentagon and Anthropic Intensifies as Deadline Looms
Defense officials criticized the A.I. firm after it rejected their latest offer. Anthropic has until 5:01 p.m. on Friday to give them unrestricted access to its model.
2026 San Francisco Worlds Key Art Revealed; PokemonXP and Worlds...
The key art for this year's World Championships was just revealed during today's Pokemon Presents! TPCi also announced that starting April 2nd at 6 PM
Bolstering Infectious Disease Outbreak Prevention and Response in Niger and the Dominican Republic Through the America First Global Health Strategy - United States Department of State
On February 26, the United States signed bilateral health cooperation Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with the Dominican Republic and the Republic of Niger, reinforcing U.S. leadership in global health while advancing country ownership under the Trump Administration’s America First Global Health Strategy. In the Dominican Republic, the United States signed a five-year bilateral health cooperation […]
Dolphins mock draft: Projecting every Miami pick during NFL combine
Here's the latest Dolphins mock draft, during the NFL combine
Watch live: Whole Hog Politics with Chris Stirewalt and Bill Sammon
The Hill’s senior vice president of editorial content, Bill Sammon, joins NewsNation’s Chris Stirewalt to discuss the latest political hot topics and national news in “Whole Hog…
Honor exec showcases Magic V6’s crease-less display
Honor seems to have cracked the "crease code". The teasers for the upcoming Honor Magic V6 keep on coming and the latest one gives us our best look at the...
Golfer William Hudson of St. John Bosco wins Servite Invitational
The latest top athlete from St. John Bosco shot a 71 at Western Hills Country Club in Chino Hills to claim the title.
The US in Brief: First Hillary, next Bill
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
Robert 'Fish' Jenkins helped Detroit students soar in sports and life
For the late Robert 'Fish' Jenkins Sr., coaching multiple sports was the perfect way to elevate the lives of young Detroiters in a variety of ways.
Denver Broncos to start offseason program later than usual
A minor bit of offseason schedule news this week with head coach Sean Payton telling Pat McAfee on his show that Phase 1 of the Denver Broncos offseason program won’t start until around May 1st. Typically, that first start date happens in mid-April so it’ll be a few weeks later than what we’ve seen in […]
SNL mocked her as a 'scary mom.' In the Senate, Katie Britt is an emerging dealmaker
Sen. Katie Britt, Republican of Alabama, is a budding bipartisan dealmaker. Her latest assignment: helping negotiate changes to immigration enforcement tactics.
Why The Narrative Around Accel Entertainment (ACEL) Is Shifting As Valuation Holds And Leadership Evolves
The fair value estimate for Accel Entertainment holds steady at $15.17, with no change to the target level in the latest update. Bullish and bearish analysts are reading this unchanged target differently, with some highlighting it as support for the current thesis and others pointing out that it leaves limited room if execution does not fully match expectations. As you read on, you will see how this stable $15.17 target fits into the evolving narrative around leadership changes, risk inputs,...
Pokémon's 30th Anniversary Celebrations Kick Off a Whole Bunch of New Deals on Games, Cards, and More
Here's the best deals and discounts you can find during Pokémon Day 2026, alongside the latest restock news on Pokémon TCG sets like Ascended Heroes.
ICE is bad for business, heat is bad for coffee, and sci-fi is bad for markets
It’s … Indicators of the Week (now on YouTube!), our weekly look at some of the most fascinating economic numbers from the news. On today’s episode: How Minnesota workers were affected by Operation Metro Surge, why coffee’s getting more expensive, and what happens when a sci-fi AI scenario meets the stock market. Related episodes:How ICE crackdowns are affecting the workforceWhy this rural town wants an ICE facility For sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Fact-checking by Julia Ritchey and Vito Emanuel. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter.
Barcelona outperform Real Madrid and Bayern in UEFA’s revenue ranking
UEFA’s latest financial study has delivered major news for Barcelona. In its annual report, as relayed by Mundo Deportivo, the European Club Finance and Investment Landscape 2025 placed Barcelona a...
Dirty Business, The Lady, Mandelson’s arrest – are they truth, ‘faction’ or just more drama?
The latest rush of docudramas seems to suggest that anyone in the public eye must expect a degree of intrusion. But where does that end, asks Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins
Resident Evil Requiem Day One Patch And amiibo Release Date Confirmed
The amiibo launch later this year
Caesars Entertainment considering takeover offers; Tilman Fertitta could bid: report
The Financial Times reported Thursday that Caesars Entertainment is weighing takeover offers, and cited a potential bid from Texas billionaire Tilman Fertitta, who currently is serving as U.S. ambassador to... Read more »
Hands-On With Nano Banana 2, the Latest Version of Google's AI Image Generator
Google’s latest image model, Nano Banana 2, is a powerful AI photo editor that punctures reality. Well, sometimes.
Vance: ‘No chance’ U.S. will be in drawn-out war in Middle East
As President Trump contemplates military action in Iran, the vice president told The Post he still sees himself as a “skeptic” of overseas military intervention.
Latest Calif. governor's poll brings 5 candidates to top of ticket
Three Democrats and two Republicans are tied in the newest governor's race poll.
Billy V Live: The latest in Hawaii Entertainment
This week on Billy V Live:
Lenovo leak reveals a foldable gaming handheld that’s also a Windows laptop
The transformer of gaming handhelds.
Warner Bros. Discovery deems Paramount\'s takeover bid superior to Netflix deal
Warner Bros. Discovery has determined that Paramount’s latest takeover offer constitues a superior deal to the streaming and studio agreement it struck with Netflix, marking a stark shift in momentum
Mamdani pitches Trump on housing with mock newspaper in latest White House visit
President Donald Trump has met with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani at the White House to talk about big federal housing investments
Warner Bros. Discovery: New Paramount Offer is 'Superior' to Netflix
The Warner Bros. Discovery board says the latest offer from Paramount is 'superior' to its deal with Netflix, which now has four days to counter.
Two unique new MacBook Pros are launching this year, starting next week
Apple will launch its newest MacBook Pro next week with M5, and there’s another distinct model coming later this year with M6.
Fostering Health Sovereignty in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Through the America First Global Health Strategy - United States Department of State
Today, the United States and the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) signed a five-year bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that advances the America First Global Health Strategy while protecting Americans and Congolese from infectious disease threats. Under the MOU, working with Congress, the Department of State intends to provide up to $900 million […]
Mortgage rates fall below 6% for first time since 2022
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 5.98%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.01%.
Hillary Clinton faces off with House lawmakers in Epstein probe
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is currently facing off with the House Oversight Committee in a closed-door interview as part of the panel’s investigation into the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
NYC, NY politics live updates: Mamdani makes secret trip to Washington
Follow the Post’s live updates for the latest politics news in New York from Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral term in NYC to state legislation in Albany and more.
'Phantom of the Opera' returns to Saenger Theatre in New Orleans for extended run
Other local stage performances include "Murder Most Meemaw" and "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory."
It's never too late for design school: Home writer goes back to class to earn a degree
Marni Jameson went back to school and became a certified interior designer.
UN World Food Programme Chief Cindy McCain to Step Down for Health Reasons
ROME, Feb 26 (Reuters) - Executive Director of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) Cindy McCain plans to step down from the role in three months to focus on her health, she said on Thursday. The 71-year-old widow of the late U.S. Republican Senator John McCain suffered a mild ...
Jody Allen to football guys amid Seahawks sale: Business as usual ‘let’s rip it’
Nothing changes this offseason into defense of the Super Bowl title, the team’s chair tells GM John Schneider and coach Mike Macdonald.
The Trump EPA’s Endangerment Finding Repeal: Wrong on Statute, Deceptive on Science, Reckless on Impacts
On February 12, the Trump Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized its repeal of the Endangerment Finding, which establishes EPA’s statutory obligation to regulate greenhouse gas emissions. Alongside, EPA also repealed the associated vehicle greenhouse gas emissions standards. This action
NVIDIA “unlaunches” its GeForce 595.59 driver after reports of fan and clock issues
NVIDIA unreleases its latest Game Ready drivers We just noted on X/Twitter that, for the first time in a long time, all three major GPU vendors released a
Lenovo Legion Go Fold concept leaks with 7.7-inch to 11.6-inch folding POLED display, Lunar Lake SoC
Legion Go Fold concept to be presented next month We have just received a tip from Windows Latest that they have just shared the first pictures of
Supply Chain Spotlight: How medical distributors and health systems stay ready for late-season flu surges
On Feb. 6, 2026, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that flu activity was "elevated" across the U.S. The CDC estimates that since the current flu season began in October...
TD Beats Estimates on Strong Results Across Its Business Lines
Toronto-Dominion Bank topped estimates on better-than-expected results in both its US and domestic retail divisions as well as its markets-related businesses.
Health Care Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Ramsay Health Care, Bangkok Dusit Medical Services and more in the latest Market Talks covering Health Care.
How The Encompass Health (EHC) Story Is Shifting With New Targets And Assumptions
The latest update around Encompass Health centers on a US$3 lift in the price target, with the fair value figure holding at US$142.73 per share. Analysts linking this change to refreshed thinking on discount rates, growth assumptions, margins and future P/E views see the new target as better aligned with their current models. Others flag the reliance on those same inputs as a key risk. As you read on, you will see how this evolving analyst narrative might shape the way you track Encompass...
Nvidia fails to impress investors with blockbuster results, as AI adoption ‘skyrockets’
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
A Look At Corteva (CTVA) Valuation After Earnings Miss And Planned Business Separation
Why Corteva’s restructuring plans are in focus Corteva (CTVA) is back on investors’ radar after its recent earnings report, where revenue came in below expectations and management outlined plans to separate the Seed and Crop Chemicals businesses. At the same time, UBS and JPMorgan downgraded the stock, pointing to execution risks around the breakup and a more cautious outlook. This is helping shape how the market is reassessing Corteva’s story right now. See our latest analysis for...
Science for Living: Can using AI risk prediction in breast cancer screening improve early detection?
Researchers at UMass Chan Medical School are studying how an AI-based risk assessment tool could improve early breast cancer detection.
Hilary Duff on feuding with Lindsay Lohan, the 'toxic' mom group drama and more: 4 things we learned from her 'Call Her Daddy' interview
Duff makes one thing abundantly clear, though: Life has certainly been life-ing, and she's grateful to her fans for sticking by her more than 20 years later.
Barrett Business Services Q4 Earnings Call Highlights
Barrett Business Services (NASDAQ:BBSI) executives said the company finished 2025 with “strong results” despite a late-year moderation in same-customer sales trends and accelerating client workforce reductions tied to macroeconomic uncertainty. Management also introduced its 2026 outlook, emphasizin
Media and Entertainment MA
Media and entertainment dealmaking in 2025 felt like a late-cycle trough in volume but not in ambition, the market took a tilt toward larger “must-do” consolidation.
Bill and Hillary Clinton gear up for another Washington fight
Bill and Hillary Clinton are slated to testify this week in a House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, part of a deal with Republicans after it became clear that Congress — with the help of some Democrats — was on track to hold them in contempt if they refused to cooperate.