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YouTube TV introduces lower priced sports and news packages
YouTube TV will start offering customers lower-priced channel packages, including one aimed at sports fans.
US Medicare Agency Proposes Regulation to Reduce Fraud Across Health Insurance Programs
Feb 9 (Reuters) - Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on Monday proposed regulations to crack down on fraud and misleading practices by health insurance agents and brokers to lower health care costs. (Reporting by Sneha S K in Bengaluru; Editing by Alan Barona) Copyright 2026 ...
Super Bowl watch party raises money for mental health in Greater Cincinnati
A football watch party held at Great American Ball Park's Champions Club turned into a fundraiser for mental health resources Sunday night.
A moment of truth for Democrats ahead of this week's DHS shutdown deadline: From the Politics Desk
Plus, a preview of this year's big secretary of state races.
PSRC Multilingual Learner Program to host 2026 NC Science Festival
LUMBERTON — The Public Schools of Robeson County (PSRC) Multilingual Learner (ML) Program has been officially recognized as an event host for the 2026 North Carolina Science Festival (NCSciFest), marking a significant milestone for the district and its commitment to inclusive, high-quality science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) education.
Four Spark Plugs, Eight Pistons, One Stroke: How The INNengine E-REX Promises To Be Different
The INNengine e-Rex is described as a one-stroke engine, though it actually has two strokes. But it's not dirty like traditional two-strokes.
Bluesky finally adds Drafts
The move comes as Bluesky’s competitors, X and Threads, have long supported drafts.
The midterm map is beginning to take shape : The NPR Politics Podcast
Beginning in March, voters will start picking their preferred candidates to run for House and Senate races throughout the country. With a record number of incumbents retiring, we look at what seats are especially competitive & the issues that might play big roles in how voters make up their minds.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political reporter Stephen Fowler, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Astronomers close in on long-lost Soviet lunar lander
Luna 9 was the first humanmade object to reach the moon in 1966.
Foreign billionaires funnel $2.6B to US advocacy groups to influence policy, watchdog report claims
A new report from a watchdog says six international groups routed more than $2.65 billion into U.S. politics through nonprofit grants, a loophole the group argues needs to be fixed.
APEX Content Market 2026: Monster Entertainment Branches Out into Musicals
Monster Entertainment is showcasing a host of new content at APEX Content Market , including musicals, a new genre for the company.
Entertainment, Food & Culture Coverage Focus Groups
Join with other of your neighbors to discuss what you would like to see in local entertainment, food and culture coverage. Spotlight Delaware wants to learn where you look for information about things to do in the First State — and what would make this kind of coverage more valuable for you. Spotlight is holding […]
The Easter Eggs From Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Performance, Explained
From a light blue Puerto Rican flag to a young boy resembling a young Bad Bunny — here are some of the Easter eggs from his historic halftime show.
Ford Q4 earnings preview: EV losses, F-150 pickup business crucial for investors
Big Three automaker Ford is on deck to report fourth quarter results Tuesday after the bell, with particular focus on its EV business and the effects of an aluminum plant fire that impacted Ford’s franchise F-150 sales.
Five Spears Business students selected as OSU Outstanding Seniors
Five Spears Business Students earned Outstanding Seniors recognition by the OSU Alumni Association in 2025-26.
Israeli strikes in Lebanon kill 4, including a child, Lebanese health ministry says
Israeli forces killed four people, including a child, in southern Lebanon on Monday, Lebanon's National News Agency reported, citing the health ministry, in two separate strikes that the Israeli military said targeted members of the Shi'ite Muslim armed group Hezbollah.
Country superstar coming to central Pa. venue for concert
The singer has charted more than 50 singles on the Billboard country charts, including 19 hits reaching number 1.
NBC SPORTS ANNOUNCES COMMENTATORS FOR NBA ALL-STAR 2026 IN LOS ANGELES, FEB. 13-15, ACROSS NBC, PEACOCK, NBCSN AND TELEMUNDO
Reggie Miller, Jamal Crawford and Noah Eagle to Call All-Star Events Friday – Sunday, Including Rising Stars, All-Star Saturday and NBA All-Star Game; Zora Stephenson and Ashley ShahAhmadi to Serve as Courtside Reporters
3 measles cases confirmed in DC — possible exposures at Reagan National, March for Life
Health officials are warning about cases of the measles in people who spent time around D.C. and Virginia, including at Reagan Airport and the March for Life.
Moving beyond money to measure the true value of Earth science information
Earth science information can do more than quantify the instrumental or monetary value of nature; it can be used to measure social good, say researchers
Assessing BrightSpring Health Services (BTSG) Valuation After Recent Share Price Momentum
BrightSpring Health Services overview BrightSpring Health Services (BTSG) has drawn fresh investor interest after recent trading left the shares at $39.68. This has prompted a closer look at how its healthcare services profile aligns with its current market performance. See our latest analysis for BrightSpring Health Services. Recent trading has been mixed, with a 3.44% 1 day share price return and a 2.00% 7 day share price decline. However, the 90 day share price return of 17.02% and 1 year...
Afraid of getting older? A study links health worries to faster epigenetic aging
Having anxiety about aging—particularly fears about declining health—may manifest on a cellular level and contribute to accelerated aging among women, according to a study by researchers at NYU School ...
2026 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am odds, predictions, field: PGA picks from proven golf model
Mike McClure's model has simulated the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am 2026 10,000 times and revealed best bets for this PGA Signature Event
Apple AirPods Pro 4 may include cameras: Here's what it means - The Times of India
Wearables News: Apple is expected to release new AirPods Pro this year. Rumours suggest that upcoming models may feature built-in infrared cameras, which will be the .
NFL Alumni Health Partners with Wellgistics Health to Deploy Technology to Improve Health Outcomes for Former NFL Players and Rural Communities
Wellgistics Health to leverage EinsteinRx™ AI pharmacy hub and PharmacyChain™ smart contracts to drive healthcare
Redding-area winter sports: Top games for final week of regular season
The 2025-26 winter sports season concludes with regular season finales for basketball and soccer, plus wrestling divisional championships this week.
The 2025 Latino Entertainment Journalists Association (LEJA) Winners
The Latino Entertainment Journalists Association (LEJA) have announced their winners representing the best in film for 2025. Here are this year’s winners… Best PictureBelénBob Treviño Likes ItFrankensteinHamnetIt Was Just an AccidentMarty SupremeOne Battle After AnotherThe Secret AgentSentimental ValueSinners Best DirectorPaul Thomas Anderson, One Battle After AnotherRyan Coogler, SinnersGuillermo del Toro, FrankensteinDolores Fonzi, BelénKleber Mendonça Filho, The Secret […]
AwardsWatch - Latino Entertainment Journalists Association (LEJA) Film Awards: ‘Sinners’ Wins 6, Including Best Picture
Sinners has won six awards at the 8th Annual Latino Entertainment Journalists Association (LEJA) Film Awards, including Best Picture. Sinners writer-director Ryan Coogler also picked…
YouTube TV launching lower-cost sports-only package of channels
"Sports Plus" will be priced about $20 less than YouTube TV's existing 100-channel service.
Impossibly powerful 'ghost particle' that slammed into Earth may have come from an exploding black hole — and it could upend both particle physics and cosmology
A supercharged neutrino that smashed into our planet in 2023 may have been spit out by an exploding primordial black hole with a "dark charge." If true, this theory could lead to a definitive catalog of all subatomic particles and unveil the elusive identity of dark matter.
Market rotation: Investors are selling 21st century 'innovators' to buy 19th century businesses
The Dow's path to its first close above 50,000 on Friday illustrates this rotation story nicely.
Elementary schools turn to science of reading to combat literacy crisis
Schools are using the science of reading to help improve declining literacy rates. It includes five components: phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension.
Report: Imminent Apple hardware updates include MacBook Pro, iPads, and iPhone 17e
High-end Macs and less-expensive iPhones and iPads are all on the docket.
BeWhere and Examinetics Transform Occupational Health with Low Power 5G Asset Tracking
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 9, 2026) - BeWhere Holdings Inc. (TSXV: BEW) (OTCQB: BEWFF), a leader in low-power 5G IoT asset tracking, is pleased to announce the release of a new case study featuring Examinetics, a leading provider of mobile occupational health services in the US.The new case study highlights how Examinetics has used BeWhere's compact BeMini asset trackers to improve the management of high-value portable medical testing equipment. The deployment keeps track of...
IntelePeer Introduces SmartAgent Collections, Automated Revenue Recovery Solution for DSOs and Specialty Healthcare Providers
DANIA BEACH, Fla., February 09, 2026--IntelePeer introduces SmartAgent Collections, an automated Agentic AI solution that improves revenue recovery for DSOs and healthcare providers.
Some Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas patients lose KU Health System coverage after contract dispute
Amanda Storm is a patient who reached out to KSHB 41. She said her healthcare is caught in the crossfire after learning her insurance plan was no longer in network with her preferred providers.
Upcoming events this week at Jervis Public Library in Rome
ROME — Jervis Public Library in Rome has announced their upcoming events for the week of Monday, Feb. 9, including two book clubs for “The List of Suspicious Things” and
Ferrari releases teaser images of new Luce electric sports car
Ferrari released teaser images of its new fully electric sports car on Monday, revealing the name and interior design of the eagerly awaited first for the luxury Italian carmaker.
How — and why — to keep politics out of the office
Never assume that your work colleague shares your opinions on politics, our guest columnist writes along with seven golden rules for keeping the workplace conflict-free.
Survey: Business Owners Shoulder Rising Costs to Protect Workers
COLUMBUS, OH – A new survey of small and mid-market business owners from Nationwide finds that nearly half (49%) rate the U.S. economy as “poor” or “fair,” citing inflation, high interest rates, and fears of a potential recession as their top challenges. Even so, many business owners continue to prioritize their workforce – maintaini...
Berlinale Generation Queer Horror Pic ‘No Salgas’ Picked Up by Berlin-Based Arthood Entertainment (EXCLUSIVE)
Dominican social-issue horror drama ‘No salgas’ finds a sales agent ahead of its Berlinale Generation premiere.
Column: Knives are out for California's golden goose
Knives out for California's golden goose
Mega State of Play Confirmed for Thursday, Over 60 Mins of PS5 Announcements and Updates
PlayStation Studios included
Notebook | Could the Jets Play a 2026 Game in Spain?
CBS Sports Draft Prediction; Tyrod Taylor a Fashionista
Super Bowl: Nearly 100 private jets left within 2 hours
95 private jets departed Bay Area airports within two hours of the Super Bowl finishing, including ones owned by Kim Kardashian and Jay-Z.
Sports Coaching Platforms Market to Reach US$ 1,408.1 Million by 2031 Driven by AI-Enabled Training, Wearable Integration, and Data-Centric Performance Analytics
The sports coaching platforms market has evolved significantly, driven by digitalization and remote, AI-enabled training, these platforms enhance athlete performance tracking and scheduling. Key trends include wearable sensors, personalized apps, and rising demand for data-centric, professional, and amateur coaching tools.Chicago, Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to recent data from Astute Analytica, the global sports coaching platforms market is estimated to witness a rise in revenue
DAR GLOBAL DEBUTS NICKELODEON HOTELS & RESORTS OMAN IN AIDA, THE ICONIC BRAND OF FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
/PRNewswire/ -- Dar Global, the London-listed luxury real estate developer, has unveiled Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Oman at its landmark AIDA development....
Six Political Stories to Watch This Week
Plus, an age-old question in Congress, and how Americans feel about the economy under Trump
New research reveals humans could have as many as 33 senses
We don’t experience the world through neat, separate senses—everything blends together. Smell, touch, sound, sight, and balance constantly influence one another, shaping how food tastes, objects feel, and even how heavy our bodies seem. Scientists now believe humans may have more than 20 distinct senses working at once. Everyday illusions and experiences reveal just how surprisingly complex perception really is.
Elon alumni named 2026 Triad Business Journal ’40 Under 40′ honorees
Scott Leighty '09, assistant dean for development & alumni relations at Elon University School of Law, and Blaire David McClanahan L’14, managing attorney at Law Offices of Cheryl...
Submit an abstract for the Social Science Research Symposium | CWRU Newsroom | Case Western Reserve University
Case Western Reserve University’s Department of Anthropology will host its first Social Science Symposium, which will highlight social science resea...
Science and religion are not ‘polar opposites,’ Ecklund argues on Nature’s podcast
Rice sociologist Elaine Howard Ecklund joined Nature’s career podcast “Working Scientist” to share her research on religion among scientists and discuss her book “Secularity and Science: What Scientists Around the World Really Think About Religion.”
Legendary comedian reveals emotional conversation that changed his entire career
The comedy icon opens up about his 40+ year journey ahead of his NJPAC show on Feb. 28, including how he conquered his biggest fear.
Spending package includes limit on Trump's ability to cut health grants
The language in the bipartisan bill is specific, and in many ways, unprecedented, Baldwin told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Uber Doubles Down on Türkiye with Agreement to Acquire Getir’s Delivery Business
ISTANBUL, February 09, 2026--Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) and Mubadala Investment Company today announced an agreement for Uber to acquire Getir’s delivery portfolio in Türkiye, including food, grocery, retail, and water delivery, subject to regulatory approval and other closing conditions.
Limits on care denials in Medicare stall in Congress again
Lawmakers may have lost the chance to address a major source of aggravation before the midterms.
As a club promoter, he partied with Snoop Dogg. After taking on Ticketmaster, he sells cable door to door
Club promoter Tommy Dorfman lost everything after clashing with an entertainment giant. Fourteen years later, he's still waiting for his day in court.
EXCLUSIVE: Why Nebraskans drive to Iowa exit ramp to place sports bets
On Super Bowl Sunday, an Iowa exit ramp was busier than usual with parked cars from Nebraska.
Explore 8 health science programs at Lakeshore College’s Cleveland career showcase
CLEVELAND (WLUK) --Discover how eight health science programs can lead to an exciting career at a local college this week.Wednesday, Lakeshore College is hosti
Health care workers want ICE out of hospitals, and blue states are responding
As the Trump administration intensifies its immigration crackdown, health care workers in multiple states say ICE is increasing its presence in health care facilities, deterring people from seeking medical care and creating chaos that jeopardizes the safety of their patients.
John Stamos and Tiffani Thiessen 'audition' for Dunkin' Super Bowl ad spoofing 'Good Will Hunting'
Dunkin' tapped 'Full House' star John Stamos and 'Saved by the Bell' alum Tiffani Thiessen for fake auditions for its sitcom all-star Super Bowl 2026 commercial, spoofing 'Good Will Hunting.'
How a Southern lifestyle brand from Baton Rouge now sells more than a million pieces a year
"The first time we sourced from Asia," he explained, "we had to throw away the entire product because we had no clue what we were doing."
A 'Shark Tank' alum needed cash to pay tariffs. This shadowy lending world was ready
How about $350,000 within hours? The pitches flood small businesses: "No hidden fees, No BS." These financial lifelines are barely regulated and can turn into trip wires.
Public Health Command Europe Entomology Team Inspires Young Learners at Ramstein Elementary School
RAMSTEIN, Germany — More than 400 students at Ramstein Elementary School recently received a hands-on lesson in science thanks to volunteers from Public Health Command Europe.
Valentine's Day costs in NJ a heartbreaker amid tariffs, inflation
The cost of chocolate, jewelry, roses and wine are all up for various reasons in 2026, including President Trump's tariffs.
Want Texas toast? Gelato? Luxury jewelry? Here's what's new in NJ
Van Cleef & Arpels is open at The mall at Short Hills. Gencarelli's Bakery & Italian Market is in Wayne. Raising Cane's is now in Fairfield.
Trump calls Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance ‘absolutely terrible’
President criticises Puerto Rican musician’s half-time show as a ‘slap in the face’ in lengthy tirade on social media
How Jeffrey Epstein sought to help Steve Bannon build a global populist movement
Jeffrey Epstein’s life as a free man was about to end, but first he needed to cancel breakfast plans with a close friend: Steve Bannon, the right-wing influencer and former adviser to President Donald Trump.
Why Slovenia, a nation of 2 million, is one of sport’s biggest overperformers
From the ski jumping sensations at the Winter Olympics to Luka Dončić, Slovenia is punching above its weight with sports stars.
New Sign-Off Propels ImmunityBio - Los Angeles Business Journal
Shares of Culver City-based immunotherapy company ImmunityBio Inc. had a huge runup in January, more than tripling in value to more than $7 a share on a
The Leeds sports club that has seen huge growth in girls playing
More girls' football and rugby teams have been created at The Hunslet Club thanks to new 3G pitch.
BD Completes Combination of Biosciences & Diagnostic Solutions Business with Waters Corporation
FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX) today announced the successful completion of…...
APEX Content Market 2026: uTalk Entertainment to Showcase Short-Form Language Learning Content
uTalk Entertainment brings short in-flight language lessons to airlines, helping passengers learn useful phrases while adding practical value.
Scott McTominay expected to recover for Roma clash
Napoli snatched the three points against Genoa thanks to a late penalty from Rasmus Hojlund, but the Neapolitans were concerned about Scott McTominay’s forced substitution. At the end of the first 4...
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Feb. 9 #504
Here's today's Connections: Sports Edition answer and hints for groups. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Connections: Sports Edition, every day.
DSM-Firmenich to sell animal health business to CVC Capital
Chemicals company DSM-Firmenich has agreed to sell its Animal Nutrition & Health business to CVC Capital for an enterprise value of around 2.2 billion euros ($2.6 billion), it said on Monday.
Chinese robot makers ready for Lunar New Year entertainment spotlight
In China, humanoid robots are serving as Lunar New Year entertainment, with their manufacturers pitching their song-and-dance skills to the general public as well as potential customers, investors and government officials.
dsm-firmenich announces agreement to divest Animal Nutrition & Health to CVC Capital Partners
Press Release dsm-firmenich announces agreement to divest Animal Nutrition & Health to CVC Capital Partners Kaiseraugst (Switzerland), Maastricht (Netherlands), February 9, 2026 dsm-firmenich, innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, today announces it has entered into an agreement with CVC, a leading global private markets manager, to divest its Animal Nutrition & Health (“ANH”) business for an enterprise value of about €2.2 billion, which includes an earnout of up to €0.5 billion. dsm-firm
Radiologists call for innovative funding strategies to boost specialty’s workforce
Physicians made their plea in in the February issue of the JACR, which is focused on the “Economics of Education,” and meant to spark “dialogue around how radiology education is valued, supported and delivered.”
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Feb. 9, 2026, puzzle No. 504
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
Bad Bunny scores political and entertainment points in Super Bowl halftime show
The Puerto Rican trap icon focused on themes of unity in an electric performance that included Ricky Martin and Lady Gaga
Business school alumni survey verdict: good but could do better
Graduates show strong satisfaction but some want an overhaul of content and format
Rogers Xfinity Adds Amazon Luna Cloud Gaming to All Entertainment Devices
Rogers Xfinity Adds Amazon Luna Cloud Gaming to All Entertainment Devices
When and where will Super Bowl LXI be played in 2027?
Here's everything we know about Super Bowl LXI in 2027, including where and when it will take place and what channel it will be on.
'Chess on ice': Clinic in Ferndale lets those try curling in an adaptive way
An adaptive clinic was held at the Detroit Curling Club to give those with some limitations a chance to try the unique sport.
Trump lost the Super Bowl. Who will he take his anger out on now?
Trump was humiliated Sunday, and because he is a sore loser, that humiliation could have real consequences for the blue states and vulnerable populations he decides to target next.
10 Business Schools To Watch In 2026
New Curriculum, New Buildings, New Leadership: These Business Schools Are Worth Watching in 2026
10 Business Schools To Watch In 2026
New Curriculum, New Buildings, New Leadership: These Business Schools Are Worth Watching in 2026
Concerns grow over Nancy Guthrie’s health as search nears 9th day
Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses the search for Nancy Guthrie and how data from her pacemaker provided key timeline clues on ‘Sunday Night in America.’
Bengals’ Super Bowl LXI odds released
The oddsmakers are lukewarm on the Bengals’ 2026 Super Bowl chances.
Trump did not like Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show
President Donald Trump called Bad Bunny's halftime show "absolutely terrible."
Salinas sports bars pack in fans for Super Bowl Sunday
Salinas bars, including Stonies Taphouse and Bistro, experienced a surge of sports fans gathering to enjoy the big game atmosphere, marking the venue's first Super Bowl party.
Exclusive: MrBeast launches 'Million Dollar Puzzle' with Super Bowl ad
A Super Bowl spot starring the YouTube celebrity sets off a complex puzzle game. Someone will win $1 million at the end.
Super Bowl 2026 live updates: Jaxon Smith-Njigba evaluated for concussion as Seattle defense, Kenneth Walker III lead way over Patriots, 12-0
4 Best Uses For Your Old Audio System
You can repurpose an old audio system as a Bluetooth music setup, PC speaker upgrade, TV sound solution, or budget home theater alternative.
STZ Player Introduces 4K and 8K Media Player Platform for Digital Entertainment
STZ Player LogoCASABLANCA, Morocco, Feb. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- STZ Player, a provider of digital entertainment solutions, announces the ...
How Recent Developments Are Reframing The Story For Accel Entertainment (ACEL)
Accel Entertainment’s latest research update keeps the fair value target anchored at US$15.17 per share, even as the underlying model inputs around discount rate and long term revenue growth are refreshed. Bullish and cautious analysts alike are treating this steady target as a test of how closely the company’s actual execution will track the assumptions behind that US$15.17 figure. If you want to keep on top of how this narrative evolves from here, stay tuned for ways to follow the key...
Revealed: The new Defiler stomps onto the battlefield
Wield six legs of absolute devastation on the battlefield.
Making science more visible
As he enters a laboratory with saltwater pools full of fish, Luka Žuvić explains how climate change is affecting the feeding ecology and reproductive biology of Atlantic bluefin tuna, and how the species is adapting.It is a topic that may seem remote to many people. But in a country where fishing and aquaculture are important to the economy and national identity, Žuvić’s research is at the intersection of science and society. “In Croatia, marine and environmental science are closely connected to people’s lives because fisheries, aquaculture, tourism and coastal development are a big part of our lives,” explains Žuvić, a doctoral student working at the Croatian Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries in the Adriatic coastal city of Split. He also serves as one of Croatia’s ambassadors to Science Comes to Town (SCTT), a European Commission-funded project that aims to make scientific research more accessible, while inspiring young people to study the sciences. The project kicked off in Spilt on 20 January with a conference attended by partner institutions, community representatives, policymakers and scientists. Along with Split, Brest (in France) and Kiel (in Germany) will host a year of activities connecting scientists with the public.Žuvić, 31, is part of the Young Researchers' Career Development Project, a doctoral programme funded by the Croatian Science Foundation. His research on Atlantic bluefin tuna builds on a foundation-backed project focusing on the reproductive potential of farmed tuna, including their sexual maturation and spontaneous spawning in captivity, which has implications for the restoration of the Adriatic Sea's natural tuna populations. He also studies the tuna's feeding ecology through stomach-content analysis, using DNA metabarcoding and morphological approaches, and employs geometric morphometrics to improve the identification of juvenile tuna and related species. The research aims to enhance understanding of the tuna farming ecology, improve fish farm management and contribute to sustainable aquaculture and fisheries research.Engaging with local communitiesConnecting with the community is crucial for Žuvić’s research. Conversations with fishermen help him better understand the bluefin tuna's habits and how marine pollution affects the fish. “They are also curious about the biology and ecology of bluefin tuna,” he says of local fishermen, adding that sharing research with non-scientists benefits everyone. “Sometimes scientific research is invisible,” he explains. “That's why we as researchers need to go out from our institutions and labs to the public so that we can show them what we are working on. This helps create more trust in the scientists and their research.”Engaging the public also raises awareness about the anthropogenic changes to the marine environment resulting from human activities and pollution. Žuvić helps remove plastic and other rubbish from the Adriatic Sea that pose a direct threat to marine species. Predators, such as bluefin tuna, are especially vulnerable to ingesting waste churned up by fishing trawlers. “They are very opportunistic fish that follow trawlers and ingest everything,” he notes. To illustrate the impact, he has shown students the contents of bluefin tuna stomachs. “Finding a plastic bottle cap in the stomach of a bluefin tuna is concerning,” he says. "Science can be a powerful way to turn curiosity into practical solutions,” Žuvić adds, and sharing research outcomes “helps increase public awareness and improve understanding of human impacts on the marine environment.”The research also has implications for Croatia's economy. The Atlantic bluefin tuna’s rich, flavourful meat is highly valued for sushi and other raw fish dishes. However, overfishing nearly brought its population to collapse by the early 2000s. Although the species has made a comeback in the Atlantic and Mediterranean regions, catches continue to be managed through agreements with the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas. Croatia was a pioneer in developing commercial aquaculture as an alternative to open-sea fishing and accounts for about 10% of the EU’s farmed production of the bluefin tuna, with Japan being a key export market.A history of European collaborationCroatia has participated in Europe’s framework programmes for research and innovation since 2007, six years before officially joining the EU. Žuvić believes that EU funding and collaboration with other European researchers is vital for Croatian science. As part of the SCTT opening conference, the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries, the University of Split and other local institutions were part of a science fair to showcase research on topics, such as robotics and an EU LIFE project on the protection of sharks and rays in the Mediterranean. “I hope that Science Comes to Town will help increase scientific literacy and curiosity among citizens, particularly students, and show that science is not something that is distant or abstract, but something that directly affects everyday life,” Žuvić concludes. “Ultimately, I hope that projects like it contribute to building a society that values knowledge and critical thinking, and that we can think about long-term sustainability using knowledge from science.”Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.