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Car washes see increase in business as drivers clean off winter road salt
As snow and ice continue to melt and road conditions improve across eastern North Carolina, drivers are being encouraged to check on their vehicles — especially
Get To Know a College Basketball Mid-Major: Ivy League
A look at who's who and what they are playing for in the men's and women's college basketball mid-major Ivy League.
It’s Time to Pay Our Last Respects to The Washington Post
Democracy, the Post says, dies in darkness. Nowadays, newspapers are murdered in broad daylight.
Fort Lauderdale bans drinking alcohol outdoors in entertainment districts
Drinking alcohol outdoors in Fort Lauderdale’s entertainment districts is now against the law.
Small Business Focus: The State of Black Entrepreneurial Enterprises
This article is written and sponsored by Arlington Economic Development. February is Black History Month, and this year the Small Business Coordinating Council will spotlight the State of Black Entrepreneurship with three dynamic speakers: Eric Alston and William Mitchell of WACIF, and Darin Cox, owner of The Peach Cobbler Factory in Washington, D.C. Over the
Mental health at Olympics is taken seriously, but it wasn't always
Gracie Gold knows all about the pressure of the Winter Olympics, and she's helping Olympians care for their mental health with resources she never had
Whistleblower complaint centers on sharing of classified intelligence and reporting of a potential crime, watchdog says
A complaint filed last year by a US intelligence community whistleblower that is now being scrutinized by lawmakers includes claims that the distribution of a highly classified intelligence report had been “restricted for political purposes” and that an intelligence agency lawyer had failed to report a potential crime to the Justice Department, a government watchdog told lawmakers earlier this week.
Jim Cramer on Sphere Entertainment: “It’s Really Pretty Amazing”
Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer shared his opinion on. During the lightning round, a caller asked about the stock, and Cramer replied: I think Sphere’s great. We did, you know, Ben and I did, we did a piece on Sphere, and we felt really, really good about it. We’re […]
United Rentals Empowers Frontline Decision-Making with Business Intelligence Agent Built on Snowflake
No-Headquarters/BOZEMAN, Mont. & STAMFORD, Conn., February 04, 2026--Snowflake (NYSE: SNOW), the AI Data Cloud company, today announced that United Rentals, widely recognized as the world’s largest equipment rental provider, has rolled out a new AI agent built on Snowflake Intelligence to operational teams working across 1,600+ branches. The Business Intelligence Agent allows branch managers, sales leaders, and regional teams to ask questions of their company data in plain language, drill down,
Overwatch's New Season 1 Is What the Game Was Always Meant to Be
A commitment to an ongoing story and more frequent new heroes, including five right now, move the game in the direction it always seemed to promise.
In America science-sceptics are now in charge
The Trump administration seems to want less clean energy and more preventable diseases
You can pre-order the Pixel 10a on February 18
Apart from leaks, that's about all we know so far.
'Behemoth star,' previously thought to be dying, is 'rising from the ashes' like a pheonix
A new study suggests that the red supergiant WOH G64, also known as the "behemoth star," has not transitioned into a yellow hypergiant as previous research suggested. This means it is now unlikely to imminently explode in a colossal supernova.
Overwatch 2 Is Ditching the '2' Amid Launch of 'New, Story-Driven Era' With 10 New Heroes
Overwatch 2 is officially ditching the "2" from its name. It's all just Overwatch now as the game enters a "new, story-driven era" with a year-long narrative, 10 new heroes, and a major overhaul.
Dad’s Early Bond May Affect a Child’s Health Years Later, Study Finds
By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 (HealthDay News) — For decades, researchers mostly blamed moms when children developed long-term mental or physical health problems. Now, a new study suggests someone else may play a bigger role than once thought: Dad. By age 7, children whose fathers were less attentive to ...
Small Business Owners to Missouri General Assembly: Curb Lawsuit Abuse Now
Annual small business survey finds the majority of Main Street members oppose the regulation of websites.
Philly businesses face new city taxes and higher bills this season
An exemption to the Philadelphia business income and receipts tax, known as BIRT, was eliminated in 2025, leading to new taxes for smaller operations.
January 2026 Google Play system update just turned into November 2025? You're not alone
Android users report a Google Play system update bug that downgrades them from January 2026 version to November 2025. Here is what we know!
FBI Couldn’t Get into WaPo Reporter’s iPhone Because It Had Lockdown Mode Enabled
Lockdown Mode is a sometimes overlooked feature of Apple devices that broadly make them harder to hack. A court record indicates the feature might be effective at stopping third parties unlocking someone's device. At least for now.
Alexa+ now available to everyone in the US—and free for Prime members
Alexa+ is the newest Prime benefit, giving members in the U.S. a powerful AI assistant accessible by voice, browser, and the Alexa app for no additional cost—and now anyone can try Alexa+ at Alexa.com.
Alexa+, Amazon's AI assistant, is now available to everyone in the U.S.
Amazon opens Alexa+ to everyone in the U.S. The AI feature is free for Prime members across devices, and free for everyone on mobile and web.
Amazon rolls out Alexa Plus nationwide and launches a new free tier
Alexa Plus is now available to everyone in the US
Swanson Health Re-Platforms to Ordergroove and Shopify to Power World-Class Subscriber Experiences and Long-Term Customer Growth
The leading wellness brand replaces homegrown systems with innovative commerce and no-code subscription technology to deliver more personalized, engaging customer journeys.NEW YORK, Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Swanson Health, a global wellness brand known for premium quality vitamins and supplements and a long-standing reputation for customer service, today announced the successful launch of its eCommerce and subscription technology stack with Ordergroove, the leader in Relationship Commer
5 things to know about the Broncos' new quarterbacks coach
Here are five things to know about new Broncos quarterbacks coach Logan Kilgore.
What is curling? Everything you need to know about this winter sport
When the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games come around every four years, there are many sports which compete to grab the attention of viewers around the world. However, there is one in particular that seems to capture the hearts and minds of many every time: curling.
Nintendo Switch Online adds two more classic Game Boy games, including one developed by Game Freak
Nintendo Switch Online members can now get their hands on two more classic Game Boy games.
AMD Says Valve Is 'On Track' to Ship Steam Machine Early This Year, but We Still Don't Know the Price
What’s going on with Steam Machine? Valve has been relatively quiet on the upcoming hardware since announcing it last year, and it remains without a release date or a price. But AMD, which powers Steam Machine itself so you’d like to think it’s in the know, has said Valve is “on track” to begin shipping early this year.
MAHA has reshaped health policy. Now it’s working on environmental rules
On New Year’s Eve, Lee Zeldin did something out of character for an Environmental Protection Agency leader who has been hacking away at regulations intended to protect Americans’ air and water.
Marvel Rivals - The Super Hero Team-based PVP Shooter
Play for free Now!! Get ready to Ignite the Battle with Marvel Rivals!
Delegation from Cleveland Clinic’s Global Network to Share Knowledge at World Health Expo Dubai
Experts from Cleveland Clinic’s international locations will share strategies for healthcare excellence and insights into innovative treatments and medical research at World Health Expo Dubai.
MIT's new brain tool could finally explain consciousness
Scientists still don’t know how the brain turns physical activity into thoughts, feelings, and awareness—but a powerful new tool may help crack the mystery. Researchers at MIT are exploring transcranial focused ultrasound, a noninvasive technology that can precisely stimulate deep regions of the brain that were previously off-limits. In a new “roadmap” paper, they explain how this method could finally let scientists test cause-and-effect in consciousness research, not just observe correlations.
Nintendo Switch becomes gaming giant's best-selling console in history
The Super Mario maker said 155 million units of the console have now been sold overall.
Here's what we know about the Milwaukee County health benefits lapse
What we know and don't know about the Milwaukee County health benefits lapse that's going to a County Board vote on Feb. 5.
Everything you need to know about Sunday's Super Bowl halftime show
Bad Bunny made history a few days ago after taking home the album of the year Grammy with a Spanish-language album. Next, he's taking over Sunday's Super Bowl halftime stage.
Greece Buy Now Pay Later Business and Investment Opportunity Report 2026: A $1.25+ Billion Market by 2031 from $434.7 Million Market in 2025 Featuring Viva Wallet & Klarna, PayPal, and Finloup
The BNPL market in Greece presents key opportunities in retail and e-commerce, driven by strong growth and consumer adoption. Opportunities exist across business models, sales channels, and end-use sectors like retail, travel, and healthcare. Understanding consumer behavior and leveraging KPIs offers strategic insights for market entry and expansion. Greek Buy Now Pay Later Market Greek Buy Now Pay Later Market Dublin, Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Greece Buy Now Pay Later Business and
How Colorado’s immigrant communities — and their health care providers — are bracing for impact under Trump’s budget bill
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also known as H.R. 1, will block refugees and asylees from Medicare and Medicaid, among other restrictions
The mystery Fallout Season 2 countdown on Amazon's website revealed a remaster of sorts, but it's not a remake of New Vegas
Fallout Season 2 is now over, and its mystery countdown on an interactive site revealed no new games or remasters, but fans got a nice little extra.
Mexico Buy Now Pay Later Business and Investment Report 2026: A $13.85 Billion Market by 2031 from $3.98 Billion in 2025 Featuring Kueski, Mercado Pago, Aplazo, Nelo, and Atrato
The BNPL market in Mexico and South Korea offers robust growth prospects. Key opportunities lie in diverse retail and e-commerce sectors, driven by consumer trends and innovative business models. Understanding consumer behavior and leveraging a variety of distribution channels remain critical for market expansion. Mexican Buy Now Pay Later Market Mexican Buy Now Pay Later Market Dublin, Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Mexico Buy Now Pay Later Business and Investment Opportunities Databook
When the Doctor Needs a Checkup
The physician workforce is aging fast, and some hospitals now require that older clinicians undergo testing for cognitive decline. Many have resisted.
Trump’s endorsement of Julia Letlow pushes two more candidates out of Senate race. See who.
Three candidates have now gotten out of the U.S. Senate race now that President Donald Trump has endorsed U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow.
Norway Buy Now Pay Later Business and Investment Report 2026: Market to Triple from $1.83 Billion to $6.06 Billion by 2031 Featuring Klarna, Vipps Pay Later, Walley, and Svea
The Norwegian BNPL market presents key opportunities in retail and e-commerce growth, strategic partnerships, and consumer behavior insights. Key growth areas include diverse business and distribution models, evolving consumer demographics, and innovative market strategies, supported by detailed data on market dynamics and KPIs. Norwegian Buy Now Pay Later Market Norwegian Buy Now Pay Later Market Dublin, Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Norway Buy Now Pay Later Business and Investment Opp
Google's February Android update confirms a big shift for older Pixels
Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 devices seem to be now following a quarterly update schedule instead of monthly patches.
Selected UK students invited to take 2026 Health and Wellness Kentucky Survey
Select University of Kentucky students will soon see an email inviting them to take part in the 2026 Health and Wellness Kentucky (HAWK) Student Assessment — a short, anonymous statewide survey designed to better understand student health and well-being.
A Grip on Sports: I'm no visionary but it is easy to see the path to the Seahawks' second Super Bowl win
A GRIP ON SPORTS • Where were we? Oh, yes. Making sure our insides are not outside a safe zone. Turns out, they are doing just fine. Now we can get back to doing what we do best. Getting you ready for the Super Bowl. The one the Seahawks are going to win.
From cosmetics to the classroom: A Bronx teacher’s journey to bringing earth science to life
She traded the glamorous world of cosmetics for a classroom in the Bronx. Now she’s helping write New York state Regents exams and building ‘living labs’ for her students.
Solis Mammography CEO stepping down
Grant Davies says he is retiring after 6 years leading the Addison, Texas-based breast imaging provider, with a former Carestream exec now taking his place.
Samsung starts teasing Galaxy S26’s camera capabilities
Samsung has started teasing the camera capabilities of the Galaxy S26 series. It has now published three short videos as teasers.
Coach Mike Vrabel shows healthy optimism about Drake Maye’s status
"I know that practice [Monday] was good for [Maye] … So, I think we got the week off to a great start," said the Patriots coach.
Thinking About Marijuana After 65? Doctors Warn of Overlooked Health Risks
Many people are using marijuana for medical reasons, and it may provide benefits for some. However, Stanford Medicine experts warn that older adults, in particular, should be mindful of the potential health risks. Eloise Theisen had no plans to become a medical cannabis expert. Now a geriatric
Ricky Martin issues public statement to Bad Bunny after Grammys: 'I know how heavy it is'
Ricky Martin has all the feels about Bad Bunny's historic night at the Grammy Awards on Sunday — and he's letting the world know in an open letter to his fellow Puerto Rican singer.
iOS 26.2.1 Problems Reported by iPhone Users After the Update
iOS 26.2.1 update brings bug fixes and AirTag 2 support, but some iPhone users report crashes, Face ID issues, and Maps problems.
Longevity doctor Peter Attia faces backlash over comments in Epstein files
Attia, a well-known author and influencer in the longevity space, issued an apology Monday.
Patriots' rookies ready to take on sport's biggest stage as they prepare for Super Bowl
More than half of New England's players had never played in a postseason game before last month, and they now find themselves on the biggest stage in sports.
WisdomTree CEO says crypto is now a core business, nearing profitability
WisdomTree’s Jonathan Steinberg says the firm’s tokenization push is nearing profitability, with $750 million in digital assets and long-term plans to modernize financial infrastructure.
Gemini ‘screen automation’ will place orders, book rides for you on Android [APK Insight]
It’s been clear for a while that Google is working to let Gemini control your Android phones, and we now have details on "screen automation."
Falls are serious health threats. Here’s what to know.
According to the Centers for Disease Control, falls killed more than 38,000 seniors in 2021, making it the leading cause of death from injuries in that group that year.
New Jersey special election will test the sway of Democrats' machine politics: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Democrats warn of a new precedent after House Republicans push the Clintons to testify.
NCSHP helicopter delivers critical blood platelets to ECU Health amid North Carolina snowstorm
Heavy snowfall in North Carolina blocked road deliveries of critical blood platelets, leaving ECU Health in Greenville facing an urgent supply shortage.
Measles exposure risk identified at major airport and theme park, health officials warn
Health officials warn of potential measles risk at LAX and Disneyland after international traveler's visit. Here's what to know about windows of exposure.
MAHA has reshaped health policy. Now it's working on environmental rules
MAHA activists who want to hold corporations accountable for harming Americans’ health have found an unlikely ally in a GOP-led Environmental Protection Agency.
2 men charged with health insurance fraud, 1 charged with impersonating a doctor
Two men are facing a several fraud charges after police say a primary care medical doctor knowingly hired a non-licensed person who acted as a doctor at an East Hartford medical group. Police say in doing so, they then fraudulently billed the state Medicaid system. Police say Dr. Sultan Quraishi billed the state over $3,000 worth of fraudulent health insurance claims. Police are…
BILL, American Express Global Business Travel, and DigitalOcean Shares Are Falling, What You Need To Know
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after fears of disruption from artificial intelligence spooked investors, leading to a broad-based sell-off.
Florida State Fair Guide 2026: Dates, entertainment, food and more
Here is everything you need to know about the 2026 Florida State Fair.
How should religion be involved in politics?
the role religion now plays in politics
ECU Health Chief Nursing Executive Trish Baise named 2025 CNO to know by Becker’s Hospital Review
Recognition highlights Baise’s leadership in advancing rural health care
'Win within Edinburgh's grasp but for poor kicking'
Edinburgh have played four games in the past two seasons that have been officiated by Andrea Piardi and have lost all of them. On paper, we should have had a chance against Leinster but by now we all know that the paper lies. A few decisions felt like they went against Edinburgh, least of all the chalked-off try on the 25 minute mark.
How is Susan Lucci doing? Star shares health update after near-fatal blockages.
Susan Lucci is more than her "All My Children" role; she's now a women's heart health ambassador. She gives an update on her own heart health.
Only Those Smarter Than An 8th Grader Can Pass This Two-Word Science Knowledge Test
Just two words.
The Dwarf (1978) and the Politics of Knowledge in Cold War South Korea
The Dwarf (1978) and the Politics of Knowledge in Cold War South Korea SpeakerHeeJin Lee University of PittsburghTuesday • February 3 • 4 p.m. UCI Humanities Gateway 1010
Perspectives on Politics: Gendered Perceptions of Legislative Influence -
Gendered Perceptions of Legislative Influence By Jaclyn Kaslovsky, Washington University, Tabitha Koch, Rice University, and Michael P. Olson, Washington University Women legislators face a variety of gendered barriers both outside and inside the legislature. Yet, [...]
What a Democratic upset that sent ‘shockwaves’ through the Texas GOP could mean for November
Democrat Taylor Rehmet flipped a Texas Senate seat in deep-red Tarrant County over the weekend. Now, the surprising win is raising alarms for Republicans in Texas — and beyond — ahead of November's midterm elections.
Patriots Legend Shockingly Snubbed From Controversial Super Bowl Rankings
Pro Football Focus, aka PFF, kicked off Super Bowl week by releasing a list of its eight highest-graded quarterback performances in the Super Bowl since 2006. Shockingly, Tom Brady was nowhere to be found. Brady played in seven Super Bowls over the last 20 years, winning four. He had multiple iconic performances during that time, […]
The last US-Russia nuclear treaty is about to expire. What happens now?
Is an arms race inevitable in the post-New START world.
He had shortness of breath, jitters and blamed anxiety. It was heart failure at 30.
Alex Balmes thought it was anxiety causing his symptoms, but it was heart failure at 30. Here's what this young dad wants others to know.
Have the politics of ICE flipped?
Immigration enforcement was supposed to be President Trump's winning issue. Instead, it's become the rare fight where Democrats are on offense.
CEC Entertainment names CEO amid expansion push
CFO Scott Drake will become CEO and president of the eatertainment giant beginning Feb. 13, succeeding David McKillips, who has served in the post since 2020.
American high school student stuns scientists by mapping 1.5 million previously unknown space objects - Futura-Sciences
A young mind builds an AI breakthrough Matteo Paz, a student at Pasadena High School, joined the Planet Finder Academy in the summer of 2022. The program immerses students in real world astronomy challenges. Under the mentorship of Caltech scientist Davy Kirkpatrick at the Infrared Processing and Analysis Center (IPAC),...
Top 10 Bundesliga Deadline Day Deals
After a hectic Deadline Day for several Bundesliga clubs, the winter transfer window has now officially closed.While you can find a full list of confirmed Bundesliga transfers here, we’ve highlighte...
Autism: myth-busting and what scientists still don't know : Short Wave
Autism has a long history of misinformation that continues to today. The Trump administration has perpetuated some of this misinformation in the last year. Among other things, officials have claimed certain groups of people don’t get the condition and that taking Tylenol while pregnant causes autism to later develop in children. Today, NPR Science Correspondent Jon Hamilton sets the record straight with host Emily Kwong on what scientists do and don’t know about autism. If you liked this episode, check out our episodes on an Autism researcher’s take on Trump’s claims about Tylenol and a Fragile X treatment that may be on the horizon.Interested in more science in the news? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Damian Herring.
Samsung updates One UI software rollout roadmap
Samsung today released the February 2026 patch details and software roadmap. This month’s roadmap carried out major changes, removing 2021’s flagship lineup from support and demoting the 2022’s premium phones alongside an FE. Galaxy S21 series will no longer receive software updates. The Galaxy S22 series will now get new updates on a quarterly basis. […]
MAHA has reshaped health policy. Now it's working on environmental rules
WASHINGTON (AP) — On New Year's Eve, Lee Zeldin did something out of character for an Environmental Protection Agency leader who has been hacking away at regulations intended to protect Americans' air and water.
MAHA has reshaped health policy. Now it's working on environmental rules
MAHA activists who want to hold corporations accountable for harming Americans’ health have found an unlikely ally in a Republican-led Environmental Protection Agency that has traditionally supported big businesses and less regulation.
MAHA has reshaped health policy. Now it's working on environmental rules
MAHA activists who want to hold corporations accountable for harming Americans’ health have found an unlikely ally in a Republican-led Environmental Protection Agency that has traditionally supported big businesses and less regulation
MAHA has reshaped health policy. Now it's working on environmental rules
Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s termination of protections for Haitians
A federal judge has paused for now the Trump administration’s termination of Temporary Protected Status for more than 350,000 Haitians. The status, known as TPS, allows holders to live and work in the US and was set to expire after Tuesday.
'We're going to handle it together': Some Winston-Salem businesses stayed open through winter storm
Businesses WXII spoke to say they wanted to give folks a place to go during the storm, knowing that many other businesses would be closed.
Azure Striker Gunvolt Trilogy Enhanced ‘CONNECT iX’ Copen mode update now available
Inti Creates has released an update for Azure Striker Gunvolt Trilogy Enhanced that adds the new “CONNECT iX” mode to Azure Striker Gunvolt 3, in which Copen from Gunvolt Chronicles: Lu…
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico’s campaign roiled as he denies referring to ex-rival as ‘mediocre Black man’
With now just a month to go until Election Day, the Democratic primary for US Senate in Texas has become so fraught that a TikToker’s accusations have roiled the race and prompted a major endorsement in the backlash.
LSU will not be disciplined after investigation into its NIL reporting
The first publicly known inquiry by the College Sports Commission, which did not involve football, lasted just two and a half weeks.
California Academy of Sciences team finds ocean warming reaching deeper than expected
Researchers also uncovered evidence of corral damage at lower depths during a survey in the Indian Ocean. The data is helping to drive an initiative at the Academy known as Hope for Reefs - with the goal of reversing the damage in oceans around the world.
Concord business grateful for customers after snow storm
Nearby businesses remain closed and parking lots still empty. It’s an area usually full of people, but right now it stays quiet.
Get To Know a College Basketball Mid-Major: American Conference
A look at who's who and what they are playing for in the men's and women's college basketball mid-major American Conference.
Why Texas Is the Wildest Story in U.S. Politics Right Now
First came a remarkable State Senate upset. Next up: two high-octane U.S. Senate primaries.
Entertainment in an Easter egg economy
From Taylor Swift to Stranger Things, pop culture fandom now includes sleuthing—for better or...
Opinion: Jose Aldo is still the featherweight GOAT. For now.
In this week’s mailbag, I got a question that has been a hot topic since Alexander Volkanovski defeated Diego Lopes on Saturday at UFC 325 to defend his featherweight title: Who is the featherweight GOAT? I started to answer it for the mailbag, but then it spiraled, so I figured I’d address this on its […]
Normalizing surveillance under the banner of helping lost pets
Now, surveillance doesn’t arrive announcing itself as surveillance. It shows up wagging its tail, asking for help, and hoping you won’t notice that the cameras never stop looking.
Google Releases Conductor: a context driven Gemini CLI extension that stores knowledge as Markdown and orchestrates agentic workflows
Google Releases Conductor: a context driven Gemini CLI extension that stores knowledge as Markdown and orchestrates agentic workflows
Jeff Landry’s chief of staff is moving on. See what role he’ll now play for the governor
Kyle Ruckert will stay in Landry’s orbit and help his agenda.
The next Xbox is a Windows PC — ... pros AND cons?
I've been using Windows almost daily for 30 years. I know my way around its weirdness ... But is that what the average Xbox gamer wants to have to deal with?
Google Home update finally adds support for smart buttons in automations
Google Home is finally addressing one of its biggest shortcomings in automations, with support now rolling out for smart buttons...