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Everyday chemicals are quietly damaging beneficial gut bacteria
A large study has revealed that dozens of widely used chemicals can damage beneficial gut bacteria. Many of these substances, found in pesticides and everyday industrial products, were never thought to affect living organisms at all. When gut bacteria are stressed by these chemicals, some may also become resistant to antibiotics. The research raises new questions about how chemical exposure could be influencing human health behind the scenes.
This CRISPR breakthrough turns genes on without cutting DNA
A new CRISPR breakthrough shows scientists can turn genes back on without cutting DNA, by removing chemical tags that act like molecular anchors. The work confirms these tags actively silence genes, settling a long-running scientific debate. This gentler form of gene editing could offer a safer way to treat Sickle Cell disease by reactivating a fetal blood gene. Researchers say it opens the door to powerful therapies with fewer unintended side effects.
ASUS unveils ROG XREAL R1 AR gaming glasses offering 171-inch virtual screen for handhelds, PCs and consoles
ASUS shows ROG XREAL R1 AR gaming glasses with 240Hz micro-OLED and a 171-inch virtual screen ASUS is bringing XREAL-branded AR gaming glasses to CES with
Discovering the laws behind complex networked systems
Nature Computational Science - A recent study shows that neural symbolic regression offers a route to automated discovery of governing equations for network dynamics across high-dimensional complex...
Scientists find a safer way to make cells burn more calories
Researchers have developed experimental compounds that make cells burn more calories by subtly tweaking how mitochondria produce energy. Older versions of these chemicals were once used for weight loss—but were banned for being deadly. The new approach fine-tunes the effect, allowing cells to burn extra fuel safely. If successful, this could pave the way for new obesity treatments with added health benefits.
A missing flash of light revealed a molecular secret
Scientists have found a way to see ultrafast molecular interactions inside liquids using an extreme laser technique once thought impossible for fluids. When they mixed nearly identical chemicals, one combination behaved strangely—producing less light and erasing a single harmonic signal altogether. Simulations revealed that a subtle molecular “handshake” was interfering with electron motion. The discovery shows that liquids can briefly organize in ways that dramatically change how electrons behave.
Bringing marine microbiome research into the classroom is an essential step toward a climate literate society
npj Climate Action - Recognizing the ecological roles of microorganisms as drivers of marine biogeochemical cycles and how they are influenced by seawater pollution, warming, and acidification is...
Research on Energy and Chemical Engineering at Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology
Nature Reviews Electrical Engineering - Sang Il Seok talks to Nature Reviews Electrical Engineering about research and education at the School of Energy and Chemical Engineering at Ulsan National...
The politics of asylum: How local exposure reshaped UK voting
The UK has seen a sharp rise in asylum applications since the Covid-19 pandemic. This column examines how exposure to asylum seekers affects voter behaviour. The authors find that increases in dispersed asylum seekers – who are provided with accommodation but cannot choose their destination – lead to a sizeable rightward shift in local election outcomes. While migration has become more salient for both of the UK’s main political parties, only Conservative MPs appear to effectively channel local discontent, helping explain why these rightward electoral shifts occur despite little observable change in public attitudes.
BOOK REVIEW: Science Under Siege by Michael E. Mann and Peter J. Hotez
By Jim Heffernan Michael E. Mann, a distinguished climate scientist professor, and Peter J Hotez, a noted scientist and pediatrician, got together to produce a very good book about anti-science, which threatens…
New Era of Fermentation: SINOFN Health’s Global Health Vision
TIANJIN, TIANJIN, CHINA, January 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — In the wellness-driven era of 2025, the global beverage industry is witnessing a seismic shift from sugary sodas to functional, “alive” alternatives. As gut health becomes the cornerstone of modern vitality, one name has emerged at the intersection of biotechnology and consumer wellness: SINOFN Health Co., Ltd. […]
Garrett scores 30, Oakland downs Robert Morris 96-73
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) Isaac Garrett scored 30 points as Oakland beat Robert Morris 96-73 on Sunday.
Business 2025 Year in Review
This year Berkshire County saw many new businesses open — from restaurants to local goods — as well as new owners taking over existing companies. Pittsfield Economic...
18 Things That The Pandemic Ruined Way, Way, Way More Than We Realized
Everything from nightlife to the quality of products is now different.
Takaichi’s short term populist politics no cure for Japan’s structural malaise
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is seeking to emulate the economic policies of her mentor Shinzo Abe, but this agenda is ill-suited for Japan's current circumstances
UH Mānoa ranks top 12 in U.S. for oceanography, atmospheric science, tourism | University of Hawaiʻi System News
The rankings are based on measures such as world-class faculty, world-class research output, high-quality research, research impact and international collaboration.
The Most Anticipated Movies Of 2026 — Everything You Need To Know
From a star-studded Michael Jackson biopic to the latest cinematic MCU events, this calendar year is full of exciting releases.
Washington's tribes boost state economic activity
The scope of Washington's tribal economies is expanding its reach — and the tribes' reasoning is that's to the aid of all.
AI’s reckoning with reality represents a growing economic risk for 2026
Revenues may be rising rapidly, but not by nearly enough to cover the wild levels of investment under way
The invisible microbes that help keep us healthy
Not all microbes are villains—many are vital to keeping us healthy. Researchers have created a world-first database that tracks beneficial bacteria and natural compounds linked to immune strength, stress reduction, and resilience. The findings challenge the long-standing obsession with germs as threats and instead highlight the hidden health benefits of biodiversity. This shift could influence everything from urban design to environmental restoration.
A simple chemistry trick could end forever plastic
Seeing plastic trash while hiking inspired a Rutgers chemist to rethink why synthetic plastics last forever while natural polymers don’t. By mimicking tiny structural features used in DNA and proteins, researchers designed plastics that remain durable but can be triggered to fall apart naturally. The breakdown speed can be precisely tuned, from days to years, or switched on with light or simple chemical signals. The discovery could reshape everything from food packaging to medicine delivery.
Economic, business and technological predictions for 2026: Michael Weidokal
2026 will be another crucial year for our Northeast Ohio region, our country and the world. While there is a great deal of trepidation entering 2026 (with good reason), there are also many reasons to hope that this can be a year in which we reduce the level of political and economic risk in the world. Hopefully, our political and business leaders will work together to tackle the challenges we will inevitably face in 2026, and to take advantage of the opportunities that the new year will bring, writes guest columnist Michael Weidokal.
Introducing the 2026 ‘Beyond the Scale: Addressing Louisiana's obesity epidemic'
In 2026, Louisiana Health will launch "Beyond the Scale: Addressing Louisiana's obesity epidemic." This series will shine a spotlight on one of Louisiana’s biggest wellness issues and the efforts required
Microsoft Excel World Champ's top advice for office workers
Diarmuid Early won first place in the 2025 Microsoft Excel World Championship. He has some pointers for using Excel at work.
Pols & Politics: Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn says Mayor Wu’s pride hurt the city’s finances
Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn was caught off-guard by Mayor Michelle Wu’s plan to convene a committee to address the budgetary impacts of falling commercial values.
Type 2 diabetes physically changes the human heart, study finds
Type 2 diabetes doesn’t just raise the risk of heart disease—it physically reshapes the heart itself. Researchers studying donated human hearts found that diabetes disrupts how heart cells produce energy, weakens the muscle’s structure, and triggers a buildup of stiff, fibrous tissue that makes it harder for the heart to pump. These changes are especially severe in people with ischemic heart disease, the most common cause of heart failure.
Local business owner speaks out amid US military operation in home country
The owner, Michael Meza, left his home country of Venezuela seven years ago. He described the terrible conditions under the Maduro regime and is glad to see him go.
Japan’s politics will face further pressure in 2026
In 2026, Japan’s fragmented Diet will have less room to govern as economic pressures, demographic decline and regional uncertainties sharpen policy trade-offs
Venezuelan Academic Calls Maduro’s Capture a ‘Milestone in International Politics and in Latin America’
President Donald Trump confirmed that the United States […]
2025 PC Game Now 100% Free on Steam for Limited Time
A 2025 PC game is now 100% free for all Steam users for a limited time as the first free Steam game of 2026.
Michael Che reveals the 'most tense start to a show' he ever had on...
Asad Haider, Leftist Critic of Identity Politics, Dies at 38
In “Mistaken Identity: Race and Class in the Age of Trump,” he argued that focusing on identity obscured a more fundamental injustice: economic inequality.
Expert: There's a flood of political campaign spending flowing into Michigan in 2026
2026 is a big political year in Michigan. Voters are not only electing a new governor, attorney general and secretary of state, but also 13 representatives to the U.S. House and a U.S. senator.
Brain Game: Triangle Math & Science Academy vs. Lee Early College
Academic teams from Triangle Math & Science Academy and Lee Early College face off in the Jan. 3, 2026, edition of Brain Game.
Tens of thousands of Tennesseans face health care, SNAP benefit changes in 2026
Affordable Care Act subsidies, which were expanded during the pandemic, are expiring, meaning millions of Americans will likely have to pay more for health care or go uninsured.
"Microslop" trends — backlash to Microsoft's on-going AI obsession continues
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella penned an AI-heavy blog post to close out 2025, leading to widespread mockery and a brand new moniker for the big M.
Did a planet just vanish? Scientists witness a rare cosmic collision
What seemed like new planets around Fomalhaut were actually expanding dust clouds from violent planetary collisions seen by Hubble.
Notre Dame coach Micah Shrewsberry charges at official after controversial call
A questionable foul led to a four-point play that vaulted Cal to victory over Notre Dame.
How Italy’s PM Meloni sparked an economic turnaround
Giorgia Meloni transforms Italy into Europe's success story using Reagan-style policies, restoring international confidence and achieving record employment levels.
US researchers reflect on how 2025’s science cuts have changed their lives
Carrie McDonough, Carnegie Mellon University; Brian G. Henning, Gonzaga University; Cara Poland, Michigan State University; Nathaniel M. Tran, University of Illinois Chicago; Rachael Sirianni, UMass Chan Medical School, and Stephanie J. Nawyn, Michigan State University From beginning to end, 2025 was a year of devastation for scientists in the United States. January saw the abrupt […]
Blocking One Protein Slows Cancer Growth in Mice, Scientists Discover
"Could make current immunotherapies more effective."
This ancient fossil could rewrite the story of human origins
Scientists may have cracked the case of whether a seven-million-year-old fossil could walk upright. A new study found strong anatomical evidence that Sahelanthropus tchadensis was bipedal, including a ligament attachment seen only in human ancestors. Despite its ape-like appearance and small brain, its leg and hip structure suggest it moved confidently on two legs. The finding places bipedalism near the very root of the human family tree.
Beyond silicon: These shape-shifting molecules could be the future of AI hardware
Scientists have developed molecular devices that can switch roles, behaving as memory, logic, or learning elements within the same structure. The breakthrough comes from precise chemical design that lets electrons and ions reorganize dynamically. Unlike conventional electronics, these devices do not just imitate intelligence but physically encode it. This approach could reshape how future AI hardware is built.
Small Business Administration bans thousands of Minnesota borrowers over suspected pandemic-era fraud
The agency’s leader said a review over the past week flagged $400 million in loans to Minnesotans with “suspected fraudulent activity.”
Trump admin has moved audaciously to make America ‘business friendly,’ says economist
Panelists EJ Antoni and Michael Faulkender discuss President Donald Trump’s tariffs, minimum wage and more on ‘The Bottom Line.’
Two unstable atoms are rewriting neutron star explosions
Scientists have precisely measured two unstable atomic nuclei that play a crucial role in explosive X-ray bursts on neutron stars. The results reveal faster nuclear reactions than previously thought, reshaping how we understand element formation in extreme cosmic environments.
Dynamic tuning of Bloch modes in anisotropic phonon polaritonic crystals
Light: Science & Applications - This work demonstrates actively controlled, low-loss phonon-polaritonic Bloch modes in a graphene-gated α-MoO3 polaritonic crystal, which enables enhanced...
Steubenville High School science program gains research grant
STEUBENVILLE — Steubenville High School science students will utilize a $3,400 grant to review water quality and the presence of microplastics in fish found in local tributaries. Teacher Jessie Clark received the Environmental Stewardship Research Grant from the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio and will begin the project with her class this month. Clark said the […]
Michigan health experts say fitness goals rise at the beginning of the year
Experts said this time of year they see a real uptick in diets, gym memberships and even medical interventions to help people reach their goals.
Duolingo Used iPhone's Dynamic Island to Display Ads, Violating Apple Design Guidelines
Language learning app Duolingo has apparently been using the iPhone's Live Activity feature to display ads on the Lock Screen and the Dynamic Island, which violates Apple's design guidelines. According to multiple reports on Reddit, the Duolingo app has been displaying an ad for a "Super offer," which is Duolingo's paid subscription option. Apple's guidelines for Live Activity state that the feature cannot be used to display ads or promotions.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella calls for consensus about AI
: Exec argues we need a new metaphor focused on AI as a lever rather than a job killer
Health policy expert analyzes what he calls 'disgusting' Minnesota fraud
Brian Blase, a former White House National Economic Council staffer and president of the Paragon Health Institute, talks to Fox News Digital about Minnesota fraud, and Obamacare's structural failures and cost overruns.
Looking back on Michigan's top political stories of 2025
WDET’s Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service’s Zach Gorchow and Alethia Kasben discuss the major stories and look ahead to 2026.
Spruce Root's upcoming workshop guides business owners to lead through uncertainty
Michael Mausbach joins KCAW for the Morning Interview to discuss how the 3-day workshop can support Southeast Alaska entrepreneurs.
Dallas County sues Trump administration over public health funding cuts
Dallas County says the cuts wiped out funding for programs that extended beyond the pandemic, including immunization clinics for a variety of illnesses,...
An experimental mRNA treatment counters immune cell aging in mice
A trio of mRNA molecules could help guard against the harmful effects of aging on immune cells, a study in mice finds.
College basketball power rankings: Michigan, Arizona tight at the top
There is plenty of movement and depth in this week's Power Rankings after the dominant Wolverines and Wildcats.
Professor Michael Lenox Named Interim Dean of UVA Darden School of Business
The University of Virginia this week announced that Michael Lenox, a renowned business professor with global expertise in innovation and business strategy, has been named to serve as Interim Dean of the UVA Darden School of Business.
Scientists Find a Never-Before-Seen Animal Living in the Great Salt Lake
Utah biologists have characterized D. woaabi, the first of two nematode species recently discovered in the lake’s microbialites.
Michael Che reveals the most tense moment he's witnessed at “SNL”: 'Scary almost'
"This had to go well," the comedian recalls of one very high-pressure episode.
Tulsa’s 2025 entertainment boom puts Oklahoma in the national spotlight
From The Lowdown to major concerts and Broadway tours, Tulsa’s entertainment boom in 2025 brought national attention and economic impact to Oklahoma.
Tulsa’s entertainment boom puts Oklahoma in the national spotlight in 2025
From The Lowdown to major concerts and Broadway tours, Tulsa’s entertainment boom in 2025 brought national attention and economic impact to Oklahoma.
Top 25 And 1: Michigan enters ranked showdown with USC as massive favorite
The Wolverines' dominance amid its undefeated run is not going unnoticed
While Microsoft is obsessed with AI, Valve is stealing PC gaming away
Valve has spent the last decade tunneling into Microsoft's vault. Now, the heist is on.
‘It’s our turn’: gun-safety advocates are riding a ‘seismic’ wave to US legislatures
A once-toxic topic is helping survivors and relatives of victims get elected to enact the laws they helped draft
Microsoft's Satya Nadella wants you to stop calling AI "slop" in 2026
In closing comments of 2025, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella shared an update on the state of things going into 2026 — and it's all about ... AI!
Ômo by Jônt is helping make Central Florida a foodie travel destination
The Orlando area is drawing tourists who don't just want coasters and Mickey Mouse. They want good food too.
5 Resolutions for 2026 That Won’t Expire by February
Achieve your 2026 resolutions guided by the power of micro-goals, SMART goals, and understanding plateaus with Michael Caine of Cone Health Sagewell Health & Fitness.
A "herculean" genetic study just found a new way to treat ADHD
Attention depends on the brain’s ability to filter out distractions, but new research suggests this works best when background brain activity is quieter. Scientists found that lowering certain versions of the Homer1 gene improved focus in mice by calming neural noise. The effect was strongest during a critical developmental window. This approach could inspire new treatments for ADHD that work by reducing mental clutter instead of increasing stimulation.
Mid-Michigan entertainment for the weekend of Jan. 2-4 and beyond
Check out what’s going on in the area.
Top 10 must-see metro Detroit concerts, entertainment events in 2026
Morgan Wallen has a two-night stand at Michigan Stadium, Detroit finally lands a K-pop show and a Hunger Games" prequel is on the way.
Michigan football must attack these three positions in transfer portal
The NCAA transfer portal opens nationwide on Friday, Jan. 2. These are the three units new coach Michigan football must try to replenish first.
UK house prices ‘drop unexpectedly in December’; Lidl’s Christmas sales surpass £1bn
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
Chinese tech stocks charged into 2026 with an AI chip IPO surge and more listings lined up
Chinese AI and semiconductor stocks have rallied since the breakout of the China-made DeepSeek-R1 AI model in January 2025.
Beaumont leaders urge community to support local businesses in new year
As the new year begins, Beaumont small businesses and city leaders are encouraging the community to shop locally to boost economic growth. Trust Bistro, a downt
Full-length Replay: Michigan at Washington
The Huskies enter the New Year by facing the No. 6 Wolverines at Alaska Airlines Arena.
A One Health trial design to accelerate Lassa fever vaccines
Nature Medicine - We propose an interdisciplinary framework to address the considerable challenges that are restricting the development of vaccines for zoonotic diseases with epidemic potential.
Full-length Replay: Michigan State at Indiana
No. 24 Michigan State visits Indiana. Grace VanSlooten leads the 11-1 Spartans against Shay Ciezki.
UVA Center for Politics discusses challenges facing Spanberger
Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger is set to take office Jan. 17, making history in a moment that also occurs during economic uncertainty.
Japan business chiefs hope for stronger yen as import costs rise
Keidanren leader, others anticipate wage hikes, moderate economic growth in 2026
Can the Iranian Protesters Win?
Fed up with their country’s economic decline, Iranians have taken to the streets.
This tiny plant is helping solve crimes
Moss may look insignificant, but it can carry a hidden forensic fingerprint. Because different moss species thrive in very specific micro-environments, tiny fragments can reveal exactly where a person has been. Researchers reviewing 150 years of cases found moss has helped solve crimes across multiple countries, including one case where it led investigators directly to a buried child. The study urges law enforcement to pay closer attention to these silent witnesses.
Did an exploding comet wipe out the mammoths?
Scientists are uncovering new clues that a cosmic explosion may have rocked Earth at the end of the last ice age. At major Clovis-era sites, researchers found shocked quartz—evidence of intense heat and pressure consistent with a comet airburst rather than volcanism or human activity. The event could have sparked massive fires, blocked sunlight, and triggered a rapid return to ice-age conditions. These harsh changes may explain the sudden loss of megafauna and the disappearance of the Clovis culture.
Sussex Academy holds science honor society induction
Sussex Academy inducted 12 new members of the Science National Honor Society in a student-led school ceremony Dec. 3. The chapter, which was founded in 2023, is open to juniors, seniors and exceptional sophomores who have demonstrated academic...
11 executives and researchers who left Google in 2025
Two DeepMind cofounders are now on the opposite sides of an intensifying AI talent war, as Microsoft lures away Google employees in 2025.
The Galaxy Next Door
The Large Magellanic Cloud—one of our closest neighboring galaxies—is a hotbed of star formation that is visible to both astronauts and Earth-based stargazers.
Arch Manning totals 4 touchdowns as No. 13 Texas beats No. 18 Michigan in Citrus Bowl
Manning ran for two scores and threw for two others as the Longhorns won 41-27.
How Jewish politics are shaping the 2026 election map, from coast to coast
In New York, Maine, Michigan and more, antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment are driving high-stakes contests.
Colorado Democrats rip Trump over water bill veto: ‘Politics at its worst’
Colorado Democratic Sens. Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper on Wednesday slammed President Trump for vetoing a bill aiming to complete a water project in The Centennial State. The president issu…
Dealmakers 2025: Taylor Swift and Paramount to a Rapper’s Presidential Pardon, the Power Players Behind the Year’s Seismic Showbiz Shakeups
Dealmakers 2025: Taylor Swift and Paramount Skydance to a Rapper's Presidential Pardon, the Power Players Behind the Year’s Seismic Showbiz Shakeups
Top 25 And 1: Nebraska undefeated with clash vs. Michigan State up next
The Cornhuskers are 13-0 and No. 13 in Wednesday's CBS Sports Top 25 And 1
Iran: Economic crisis, political discontent threaten regime
Protests triggered by soaring inflation and a collapsing currency have highlighted widespread political discontent. Will Iran's deep economic woes lead to regime change?
State officials move to ban paper straws at restaurants, citing 'concerning health risks'
Florida bill would ban paper straws following Trump's executive order regarding regulations. State lawmakers say alternatives contain dangerous chemicals.
Redistricting fallout and Beau Bayh's campaign: The top political stories to watch in 2026
Will Joe Hogsett run for another term? And what happens to the grand jury investigation into Micah Beckwith's office? What we're watching in 2026
The Single Best Movie of 2025 Is…
2025 has been a big year for movies and shows, including thrillers, big blockbusters and highly-anticipated sequels. But the best movie of 2025? It has to be 'Sinners' starring Michael B. Jordan in two roles. Read more here.
Top 10 Entertainment Articles for Michiana.Life in 2025
Between sports, concerts, parades, and a variety of unique events, Michiana brings communities together for some fun activities all year long. Whether you are a resident or a visitor, these events have something for people at every age level. In 2025, we were able to capture some of the most exciting moments in our local … Continued
January stargazing: A supermoon, asteroid, and one very large planet
The Wolf Moon rises on January 3.