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Divisive crosscurrents in Crockett-Talarico Senate showdown threaten Democratic unity
Divisive online chatter in the Democratic Senate race between U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico could divide the party ahead of...
The balance of efficiency and entertainment with F1's 2026 rules
Energy saving will be a major focus of F1 in 2026, and while the challenge for drivers will be different, it could deliver drama in other ways.
Democracy, Politics And The Challenges Of Authoritarianism In South Korea
In Korea as in the United States, we need to investigate and understand what works and what does not.
Farm use of PFAS-laden sludge raises health concerns. But, some ask, where else can it go?
A resourceful solution to repurpose waste and nourish farmland, or a poisonous and permanent mistake? Depending on whom you ask, the practice of spreading treated sewage, or sludge, on New Hampshire farmland might be either.
The race to succeed McConnell showcases how the GOP has soured on him
Three GOP candidates, all former McConnell interns, are keeping their distance as they seek to align with Trump.
How a Trump Tax Break Rescued Horse Racing
Owners spent nearly $1.5 billion last year on racehorses, a big increase over 2024. A new tax provision allows them to immediately deduct the full cost of the purchase.
Winter Olympics 2026 Day 10: American speed skater looks for redemption after 2022 heartbreak
Jose Mourinho contract clause opens door to Real Madrid return
On Tuesday, Real Madrid will be reunited with former manager Jose Mourinho for the second time in a matter of weeks, as they face off against Benfica in the first leg of their Champions League play-of...
Paramount Raises Stakes in Warner Bros. Fight - Los Angeles Business Journal
The fight for Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. gained more traction Tuesday as Paramount Skydance Corp. announced a “ticking fee” of $650 million for each
From UToledo to Oxford, Political Science Major Makes the Most of Every Opportunity
Sophomore Tabitha Romer’s journey shows what’s possible when students embrace the unknown.
Why after 70-plus years of readership I won’t renew my Washington Post subscription
My brother and I read a lot growing up. Our Dad, a bomb-designing nuclear engineer with the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC), purchased our first television the day after we graduated from high school. Yes, there was a statement therein regarding his opinion of a pernicious distraction from our academic pursuits. I can’t imagine what he […]
Concerns over autocracy in the U.S. continue to grow
Is America still a democracy? Scholars tell NPR that after the last year under President Trump, the country has slid closer to autocracy or may already be there.
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: Feb. 15, 2026
University of Florida hosts interactive science fair for kids
On Saturday, families at Depot Park got to experience fun-filled activities with science at the ninth annual science fair hosted by UF’s Department of Physics.
University researchers develop interactive website to compare legal, social science concepts
Researchers and policymakers can compare how other researchers from all around the world view concepts related to social science and law after University professors and graduate students launched a new platform, according to a Feb. 5 news release. The Sartori.network platform is part of a series of tools developed by the Concept Integration in Comparative...
Parkview: COVID-19 pandemic had created new molds, standards for healthcare
While people lives their lives mostly maskless today, some practices adapted to pandemic times have integrated within daily healthcare, and others pandemic-age practices are lying in wait for the p…
First Black UNC student to receive master's and doctoral marine sciences degrees continues making waves
To counteract the lack of representation Aliyah Griffith saw in the field, she founded MahoganyMermaids, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting and promoting children of color in the aquatic sciences.
Intermittent fasting no better than typical weight loss diets, study finds
Researchers say limited eating approaches such as 5:2 diet not a ‘miracle solution’ amid surge in their popularity
Read James Talarico's Democratic platforms for Texas U.S. Senator
Read James Talarico's Democratic candidate questionnaire for the U.S. Senate race in Texas.
Ancient fingerprint found on 2,400-year-old Danish war boat
More than a century after its discovery, Scandinavia’s oldest plank boat is finally giving up new secrets. By analyzing ancient caulking and cords from the Hjortspring boat, researchers uncovered traces of pine pitch and animal fat — materials that likely came from pine-rich regions east of Denmark along the Baltic Sea. This suggests the vessel, used by a band of Iron Age warriors who attacked the island of Als over 2,000 years ago, may have sailed across open waters on a long, carefully planned mission.
University of Florida hosts interactive science fair for kids
On Saturday, families at Depot Park got to experience fun-filled activities with science at the ninth annual science fair hosted by UF’s Department of Physics.
Where Chargers' Justin Herbert ranked among all quarterbacks in 2025
Find out if Justin Herbert cracked the top 5 among all quarterbacks in the 2025 season.
This Bonobo Just Did Something Scientists Thought Only Humans Could Do
A bonobo demonstrated the ability to track imaginary objects in controlled tests, challenging the belief that imagination is uniquely human and hinting at deep evolutionary roots. In a set of carefully designed experiments modeled on children’s tea parties, researchers at Johns Hopkins University
No. 4 Duke, Syracuse both optimistic ahead of ACC clash
No. 4 Duke has plenty to be excited about entering the last few weeks of the regular season, and Syracuse might have some renewed hope heading into the final stretch.
Obama responds to Trump sharing racist AI video depicting him as an ape
"There doesn't seem to be any shame about this among people who used to feel like you had to have some sort of decorum," Obama said in an interview that was posted on YouTube Saturday.
Giants sign former Guardians outfielder Will Brennan to one-year MLB contract to bolster depth
The San Francisco Giants signed outfielder Will Brennan to a one-year MLB contract to bolster their depth.
Michael Jordan: 23XI, NASCAR Have 'Much Better Appreciation' After Lawsuit
Michael Jordan tells FOX Sports' Jamie Little he thinks the offseason lawsuit settlement will be a boon for both 23XI Racing and NASCAR moving forward.
Obama derides social media 'clown show' in first comments since Trump's racist video post
In a podcast appearance, the former president said that where there was once "decorum," there now "doesn’t seem to be any shame."
Predicting Where D.J. Reader Will Play in 2026
After finishing his contract with the Detroit Lions, D.J. Reader is set to hit free agency. Here’s why a return to the Cincinnati Bengals makes the most sense for 2026.
NASCAR DFS picks: 2026 Daytona 500 advice from daily Fantasy pro who's won $2 million
DFS Millionaire Mike McClure reveals his daily Fantasy racing picks, Daytona 500 DFS lineups for DraftKings and FanDuel
Android Find Hub trackers continue to ignore UWB
One of the key marketing points of the Apple AirTag is “Precision Finding,” which shows you the precise location of...
Daytona 500 Live Updates, Leaderboard: Who Will Win 'Great American Race?'
The biggest NASCAR race of the year has arrived, and this year's Daytona 500 is full of intriguing and exciting storylines. Stick around here for live updates from Sunday's race.
Bracketology: MArizona stays a No. 1 seed; Iowa State, Texas Tech both rise
Here is the latest NCAA Tournament projection from the CBS Sports Bracketology model
Palantir Gets Millions of Dollars From New York City’s Public Hospitals
Activist are urging New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation to cut ties with the ICE contractor.
Barack Obama Speaks Out About Racist Video Donald Trump Posted
After Trump shared a video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, the former president addressed the ‘deeply troubling’ behavior.
2026 Daytona 500 odds, predictions, time, favorites, field: Picks from proven NASCAR model
Best bets for the NASCAR Daytona 500 as the "Great American Race" unfolds on Sunday, Feb. 15
'Be practical.' Obama says Democrats need to change approach on homelessness
Obama discussed internal frictions between moderate and progressive Democrats on the issue of homelessness in an interview.
San Diego Politics Show: Episode 2
Breaking down how the races for California governor and the 48th Congressional District are shaping up, and City Hall's biggest fights.
America is on the verge of a new type of racial reckoning
The massive crowds that filled American cities during the 2020 George Floyd protests are gone. But what’s been happening in Minnesota marks the beginning of a new type of racial reckoning. It may lack the spectacle of the Floyd protests, but it could have more staying power.
In First Public Comments Since Trump’s Racist Video, Obama Laments Lost Decorum
In a podcast interview, former President Barack Obama did not directly address the video posted by Mr. Trump but denounced a “clown show” on social media.
Acer and ASUS are now banned from selling PCs and laptops in Germany following Nokia HEVC video codec patent ruling
Munich court orders Acer and ASUS to stop selling PCs in Germany over H.265 patents Even more reason to embrace open standards. A court ruling in Munich
Tracking global water circulation using atomic fingerprints
Scientists have developed a powerful new way to trace the journey of water across the planet by reading tiny atomic clues hidden inside it. Slightly heavier versions of hydrogen and oxygen, called isotopes, shift in predictable ways as water evaporates and moves through the atmosphere. By combining eight advanced climate models into a single ensemble, researchers created the most accurate large-scale simulation yet of how water circulates worldwide.
What C.E.O.s Are Worried About
Fractured politics, disruptive technologies and a distrust in institutions are making it harder to focus on the traditional tasks of growing sales and profits.
Analysis | Primary season has arrived. Why these races matter so much in 2026.
A 21st-century-record number of seats are opening, and races will be raucous and crowded, reflecting both parties’ ideological, stylistic and generational tensions.
Pittsburgh business community wants O'Connor to be 'salesman-in-chief.' Will he?
Mayor Corey O’Connor spent the drive to Harrisburg for Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget address Feb. 3 making calls to CEOs — in Pittsburgh...
Tom Steyer, billionaire populist? Full interview with Inside California Politics
(Inside California Politics) — Tom Steyer is running in a unique lane in the race to be California’s next governor: a billionaire populist, a progressive businessman. “We don’t normally see candida…
Politics Unplugged (Full Episode) February 15, 2026
This week on Politics Unplugged, former state GOP boss Gina Swoboda announces she is leaving the congressional race in CD1 to run for Secretary of State. Then, Republican consultant Marcus Dell’Artino and former Democratic lawmaker Reginald Bolding discuss Karrin Taylor Robson pulling the plug on her run for governor and Senator Mark Kelly winning his legal fights against Pete Hegseth.
How Ilia Malinin's Olympic failure is teaching moment for kid athletes
In his free skate voiceover, Ilia Malinin tells us to, "Embrace the storm." Our youth athletes do better when we do, too.
Obama compares ICE’s ‘rogue behavior’ in Minnesota to dictatorships
Former President Barack Obama said that the behavior of ICE agents in Minnesota over the past few months was “deeply concerning and dangerous.”
'Clown show': Barack Obama on Trump post depicting Obamas as apes
Former President Barack Obama said a video President Donald Trump posted depicting Obama and his wife as apes was part of a shameless "clown show."
Alaska to begin soliciting funding ideas as state races to spend $272 million on rural health care
The state must award the funding by October or risk losing it.
Earth on Track to Become Uninhabitable, Scientists Say
The planet is close to entering a death-spiral that could bring about a worst-case-scenario known as "hothouse Earth."
The Hidden 80% of Disease Scientists Are Racing to Decode
A sweeping global effort to map the environmental roots of disease could reshape the future of health and medicine.
HBO series navigates personal transformation, self-love [Unscripted column]
Many of us have given up hope of cracking the top 1%. Apart from a lottery win, billion-dollar wealth will remain forever out of reach for the mass of humanity,
5 Gadgets Sold At Home Depot That Any DIYer Would Consider A Must-Have
From work lights and multi-tools to voltage testers and digital calipers, these Home Depot gadgets are practical must-haves for serious DIYers.
Oklahoma Sen. Kristen Thompson targets health, literacy and workforce reform
The Edmond Republican says improving health outcomes, reading levels and child care access is key to strengthening Oklahoma’s economy.
Hollywood talent agent sells company after Epstein files release
In an internal memo sent to agency staff on Friday, which was obtained by CNN, Wasserman said he has “become a distraction” to the company’s “efforts.”
HBCUs face uncertain future in the new age of professionalized college sports
While historically Black institutions have a fraction of the resources of college basketball blue bloods, some have a unique draw: "Nobody's going take care of you ... more than we are."
3 tax mistakes that could trigger a business audit — plus the tools to avoid them
Whether you're worried about tracking expenses or how to report your income, these tools can help you avoid the mistakes that raise some red flags.
Ranked: The Best Countries at Science
See which countries rank highest in science literacy, based on the latest OECD PISA scores of students aged 15 to 16 worldwide.
Santa Cruz County braces for state mental health funding shift
Mental health services could see financial cuts and restrictions in the coming year due to Proposition 1. Mental health liaisons from the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office. (Sheriff's Office — Contributed) WATSONVILLE >> Santa Cruz County is expected to get about $1.4 million less in state money for mental health
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: Feb. 13, 2026
Miami Beach Adopts Major Deregulatory Policy to Attract Restaurants and Live Entertainment
Florida YIMBY says "Yes In My Backyard" to positive new development in Florida.
This breakthrough could finally unlock male birth control
Scientists at Michigan State University have uncovered the molecular “switch” that powers sperm for their final, high-speed dash toward an egg. By tracking how sperm use glucose as fuel, the team discovered how dormant cells suddenly flip into overdrive, burning energy in a carefully controlled, multi-step process. A key enzyme, aldolase, helps convert sugar into the burst of power needed for fertilization, while other enzymes act like traffic controllers directing the flow of fuel.
How to Nurture A Healthy Relationship 365 Days a Year
By Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay ReporterSATURDAY, Feb. 14, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The focus on Valentine’s Day is, as The Beatles famously crooned, "love is all you need." But staying in love and growing together requires work and commitment. "There are also some characteristics that most healthy ...
A&W Contractors navigates changes in federal diversity guidelines
Former respiratory therapist Adrian Mobley founded the company in 2014 and has since expanded the business into general contracting, flooring and joint sealant work, while still offering respiratory health services.
Halifax Panthers collapse set to hit local businesses
Business owners are bracing for a drop in takings after the liquidation of the rugby league club.
Your First 90 Days as a Data Scientist
A practical onboarding checklist for building trust, business fluency, and data intuition
A Goldman partner in tech on the skills job seekers need amid AI
Bracha Cohen said that computer science majors should learn how to ask good, incisive questions.
Weekend reads: CDC’s ‘unethical’ vaccine trial; The Lancet ‘refuses to retract’ letter; on the methods used to correct science
If your week flew by — we know ours did — catch up here with what you might have missed. The week at Retraction Watch featured: Journal tags ‘impossible’ case report with short erratum Guest post: …
How HBO's "Industry" uses vests to signal status in banking
The costume designer of HBO's "Industry" broke down how the characters' clothing, like vests and ties, are used to convey status and power.
‘Memorials are for the living’: Donatelli family business brings solace to death
Behind a collection of gravestones, Fred “Corky” Donatelli III arranges papers at his desk. His hands are big and rough, dusted with dirt...
Noah Hiles: This year won't be a fun one for Allen Greene, Pitt athletics
In the summer of 2023, I crafted an extensive profile on then-Pitt athletic director Heather Lyke. At that time, she could do no wrong. The football program...
Watch Alabama state wrestling championships final day: Live stream, schedule, tickets
The AHSAA wrestling championships continue on Thursday in Huntsville, Alabama.
Watch Texas state wrestling championships final day: Live stream, schedule, tickets
The UIL wrestling championships conclude on Saturday in Cypress.
Watch Nevada high school state wrestling championships final day: Live stream, schedule, tickets
The NIAA state wrestling championships wrap up Saturday in Winnemucca.
Bayern Munich star Manuel Neuer embraces ‘risky’ style
FC Bayern doesn’t mind Manuel Neuer’s aggressive style.
Bracketology Bubble Watch: Texas A&M can't afford too many more losses
Here's a look ahead at the weekend's biggest games involving the NCAA Tournament bubble
Exclusive | Casey Wasserman Putting His Talent Agency Up for Sale After Epstein Fallout
Wasserman has said he “never had a personal or business relationship with Jeffrey Epstein” and told staff he felt that he had “become a distraction” to the firm’s work.
Zac Gallen returning to Diamondbacks on free agent deal
Starting pitcher Zac Gallen is returning to the Diamondbacks on a free agent contract, according to Arizona Sports' John Gambadoro.
Small Business Task Force offers helping hand
Starting and running a small business is hard work. Keeping track of inventory, payroll, sales and taxes is a daunting chore. When small business owners in Fort Dodge and Webster County need some advice or help dealing with it all they have a unique resource they can turn to. The Small Business Task Force combines […]
Lake Street businesses are cautiously optimistic about a federal drawdown
Yusra Mohamud is a business advisor with the Lake Street Council. She says businesses there will believe a drawdown when they see one, but are ready for some hope.
As East Colfax BRT construction approaches Aurora, city leaders look to Denver for lessons on business impact
As construction on the East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit project moves closer to Aurora, business owners and neighbors along the corridor say they are bracing for short-term disruption while holding onto hope for long-term revival.
Trump privately lashes out at GOP lawmakers over racist video blowback, sources say
While President Donald Trump had critical words for Republicans who spoke out against him, he’s been less critical of the unnamed staffer whom the White House blamed for the debacle, telling reporters on Thursday that he has no plans to discipline the person.
Health commissioner provides details on Vermont’s first 2026 measles case
Health officials say the patient contracted the virus during international travel, and there is no current public risk.
A DHS shutdown is coming. Why travelers should brace for impact.
Another government shutdown may mess with your travel plans. What to know about what's impacted.
Incumbents brace for primary season: From the Politics Desk
Plus, what comes next after Chris Wright's meeting with Delcy Rodríguez.
Montana State researcher featured in New York Times science story
Fractured ice of Thwaites Glacier could help scientists understand the frozen sub-surface environment on Jupiter’s moon Europa.
Major shakeup underway at HHS as White House braces for midterms
Several senior officials are exiting RFK Jr.'s department amid an effort to focus on drug pricing and food issues.
DOJ sues Harvard for data as it investigates how race factors into admissions
In the lawsuit, the Justice Department said Harvard has "thwarted" efforts to investigate potential discrimination
Ukrainian racer loses DQ appeal over helmet
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych's appeal of his disqualification from the Milan Cortina Olympics has been denied by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Ukrainian athlete Heraskevych's appeal for reinstatement dismissed by sports court
The Court of Arbitration for Sport on Friday dismissed an appeal by Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych to be reinstated in the Milano Cortina Olympics after he was disqualified over his “helmet of remembrance".
Over 50 nursing students contract measles at Florida university
More than 50 nursing students at Ave Maria University in Florida have contracted measles, as state health officials report a growing threat nationwide. The university is implementing quarantine and offering free vaccinations.
Paris says 'oui' to booming business of romantic proposals
STORY: This Texan couple have been dating for one year.And Josue Perales wanted extra special celebrations with his girlfriend Kayla Balboa. On a candlelit terrace, overlooking the Eiffel Tower, she says "yes".Balboa had always wanted a Paris proposal. "She's always been mentioning how...""This is my dream place.""This is her dream... well, here we are."To make sure every detail was perfect, Perales employed the help of a local marriage proposal planning agency.And he's not the only one.Paris is seeing a surge in demand for elaborate marriage proposals like this one.Thanks to social media, TV shows and events showcasing the "City of Love", the entire industry catering to love-struck couples willing to pay thousands for unforgettable moments is booming.Les Entremetteuses, or "The Matchmakers", helped Perales get his "yes".Founder Pauline Le Tendre says Valentine's Day is her "busiest day of the year."But she says she's busy all year round - after demand started growing in 2019, with a brief lull during the pandemic."Once the borders reopened, it steadily increased. After that, there were a couple of boosts with (the TV show) 'Emily in Paris,' the Paris Olympics also. We had a lot of work after the Games."The company's proposal packages start at 590 euros, or just under $700, for a proposal on the Seine river banks.The average spend can go up to $2,400 - with some clients spending more for extras, like performers.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Artem Martynov & Anastasia KalynaFor those wanting to splurge even more, Kiss Me in Paris has them covered.The agency says its clients typically spend an average of about $12,000 on their experiences - or as much as some $118,000.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Tuan Nguyen FilmsLuxurious proposals are choreographed in high-end hotels, aboard yachts on the Seine, or in authentic French chateaux."To just be able to, in your social circles, say, 'We got engaged in Paris,' is great, right? It has prestige, it has cachet." That's Cengiz Ozelsel, who co-founded Kiss Me in Paris with his wife Chantelle Marie Streete.They say bookings have more than doubled since 2015.While the more budget-friendly Oui Love Paris agency told Reuters, its bookings have quadrupled since 2020.For many planners, though, the payoff is more than just numbers."I absolutely love it because... people are inviting you into their lives at one of the most special times in their lives."
Europe’s open-border dreams meet German politics
Brussels is preparing to scrutinize Germany’s border practices as Friedrich Merz’s government weighs whether to extend internal Schengen checks.
Giants QB Russell Wilson: Contract status, 2025 performance review
A look at New York Giants QB Russell Wilson, his contract/free agency status, and a 2025 performance review.
Live updates: Trump administration news, DHS on brink of shutdown as ICE’s Minnesota crackdown ends
MAGA vs MAGA: Georgia election exposes divisions in Trump’s base
Republican candidates vie for MAGA mantle in race to replace Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.
MSU Museum’s second annual SciCurious invites guests to fall in love with science
This Valentine’s Day, MSU Museum invites its visitors to think about the world around them with its public outreach event, SciCurious, which presents attendees with an array of scientific collections, live specimens, and interactive activities. SciCurious is set to take place in the MSU Museum’s newly renovated building from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 14th. Anyone can attend, and although registration via the museum’s website is encouraged, it’s not required.
Advancing AI for science: extracting and fusing cross-disciplinary expert knowledge with data to accelerate alloy discovery
High-entropy alloys are promising advanced materials for demanding applications, but discovering useful compositions is difficult and expensive due to the vast number of possible element combinations. Now, researchers have developed a novel AI-driven framework that integrates experimental data, computational modeling, and cross-disciplinary expert knowledge extracted from scientific literature. By combining these sources in a way that accounts for uncertainty, their approach can make reliable predictions even for poorly studied alloy compositions, outperforming conventional data-driven machine learning methods that rely on training data alone.