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Rising fuel prices impact businesses and consumers in Greater Cincinnati
Gasoline and diesel prices are soaring due to the ongoing conflict with Iran, impacting businesses and consumers across the U.S.
Scientists recreated a dinosaur nest to solve a 70-million-year-old mystery
Scientists recreated a life-size oviraptor nest to understand how these dinosaurs hatched their eggs. Their experiments showed the parent likely couldn’t heat all the eggs directly, meaning sunlight played a key role. This uneven heating could cause eggs in the same nest to hatch at different times. The results suggest oviraptors used a hybrid incubation method unlike modern birds.
Pre-litigation meeting fails to resolve dispute between businesses and Black Mountain
An update now on a story we’ve been following for you, the ongoing dispute between Black Mountain Brewing and the Town of Black Mountain.
GOP blocks Booker-led push to curb Trump's military authority in Iran
Senate Democrats plan multiple war powers resolutions to challenge President Trump's Iran military operations in a bid to force public testimony from top administration officials.
PS5 Leads Resident Evil Requiem Sales as 'Consoles Are Dead' Chat Falls Flat
The silent majority
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for March 19 #542
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.
iOS 26.4 lets Family Sharing members use their own payment methods
With the iOS 26.4 RC released earlier today, Apple solved one of the longest-standing limitations of Family Sharing. Here’s what’s new.
How to run your 2026 March Madness pool: Play for prizes, make an NCAA Tournament game
The CBS Sports 2026 NCAA Men's and Women's Games have returned for March Madness 2026 office pools.
Pierce County resolution condemns political violence, seeks safety for public servants
The Pierce County Council has formally condemned political violence, adopting a resolution Tuesday that calls for renewed commitment to public safetyand constr
WATCH: Sen. Paul asks DHS nominee Mullin if he believes violence can resolve political differences
GOP candidate cites ‘failure’ of Newsom, Dems as new poll shows Republicans leading crowded California field
Steve Hilton, a Republican running for governor, said that the “absolute failure" by California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democrats means that the GOP has a real shot at victory this year.
Pope Leo XIV: Health cannot be a luxury for few
Pope Leo XIV reflects on situations of poverty, loneliness and isolation experienced by many people in Europe today and decries increasing ...
AlphaGraphics named a Top 100 Franchise for Women by Franchise Business Review
AlphaGraphics, a leading franchisor of printing and marketing solutions, announced today that it is one of only 100 franchise brands recognized by Franchise Business Review as a 2026 Top Franchise for Women.
A ‘Hail Mary’ for Earth, Built on Solid Science
Andy Weir discusses his science-fueled novel “Project Hail Mary,” which has been adapted into a film that opens in theaters on Friday.
Misalignment and Risk Tolerance Gaps Undermine Business Resilience, Kroll Study Finds
Kroll, the leading independent provider of global financial and risk advisory solutions, today released global cyber resilience research findings revealing a critical gap between organizations' perception of their cyber preparedness and their actual capability to defend against, and recover from, sophisticated attacks. This gap is being driven by misalignment between the C-suite and cyber decision-makers. This disconnect is costly, as organizations face a yearly average of $2.2 million in recove
Exeter City 'will start next season solvent'
Exeter City will have enough money to see out this season and start the next campaign, says interim chairman Laurence Overend.
Hollywood Brown should be a solid WR3 for the Eagles
If the WR room stays as is in Philadelphia, the offense should be electric in 2026.
Scientists create a new state of matter at room temperature using light and nanostructures
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) have created a new and unusual state of matter—known as a supersolid—by engineering how light and matter interact inside a nanoscale device. The ...
Flickering Pixel 10 Pro display glitch is driving users absolutely crazy, and it's hard to unsee
A very annoying screen glitch is causing a flickering rectangle to appear on some Pixel 10 Pro displays.
Spotify rolls out 'bit-perfect' playback in Windows app
Spotify's new Exclusive Mode feature gives the streaming app sole control over your PC's audio hardware for better music playback.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for March 18 #541
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.
Apple Studio Display XDR Hands-On: Better Than the Pro Display XDR in Almost Every Way
Apple replaced the $4,999+ Pro Display XDR with the better, more affordable Studio Display XDR, so we thought we'd pick one up to test out and compare to the now-discontinued Pro Display XDR. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. The Studio Display XDR is the same size as the Studio Display at 27 inches, and it has the same 5K resolution.
Our family had $214,000 in debt. Here's what we changed.
Our debt came from normal expenses. We sold our truck, stopped eating out, and are paying off $100,000 of our $214,000 debt this year.
Interstellar Object 3I/ATLAS May Be Far More Ancient Than We Thought
The team attempted to pin down the visitor's origins, finding it is "unlike any Solar System body" and came from a different part of our galaxy altogether.
Chelsea Handler claims RFK Jr. and Cheryl Hines sold her 'disaster' house: 'Most toxic environment'
Chelsea Handler is claiming that RFK Jr. and Cheryl Hines sold her a 'disaster' house that she still has not lived in to this day: 'The most toxic environment.'
PR firm solo operators use AI to support their strategic services
Boutique PR agency solopreneurs use AI to streamline tasks, allowing focus on client strategy and creative work.
Love retro video games? Here are our favourite consoles to play on
From Evercade and Atari to Nintendo and Playstation.
PixlPay Announces Partnership with Factor4 to Expand Gift Card Solutions for Businesses
PixlPay, an Arkansas-based payment processing and point of sale solutions provider, has announced a new partnership with Factor4 to bring advanced gift card and loyalty technology to merchants across the United States.
Samsung to Discontinue Galaxy Z TriFold After Just Three Months
Samsung is set to discontinue the Galaxy Z TriFold globally after just three months on sale (via Bloomberg). The company will start by ceasing sales of the device in Korea, where it has been on sale since December. Samsung plans to discontinue the device in the United States once it clears its inventory. Samsung's website already lists the TriFold as "sold out," but customers are still able to buy the device at Samsung stores.
Outside Lands act to play intimate Bay Area shows ahead of festival
Mariah the Scientist will be in San Francisco and Oakland for her “Hearts Sold Separately” tour, in support of her recent album of the same name.
Penny for your thoughts on how to round cash payments
As the U.S. says goodbye to pennies, Washington lawmakers have reached a solution for how local businesses should handle cents in cash transactions.
Xbox 360, PS3 And Nintendo Wii U Are "Officially Retro", Says GameStop
"They are still very cool, and anyone who owned one at launch is absolutely not old"
Philip Morris International U.S. to Launch New Business Solutions Center, Creating 180 Jobs in Tampa Bay Area
Today, Philip Morris International's U.S. businesses ("PMI U.S.") announced an investment of approximately $50 million in a new Business Solutions Center in Tampa, Florida. The Center will create approximately 180 direct and indirect high-skilled jobs and represents a pivotal expansion of PMI U.S. operations, consolidating key functions—business solutions, distribution operations, and customer service—into a single hub. This investment is designed to enhance operational efficiency across these f
Court filings shed light on McGlinchey debts, assets as firm is dissolved in bankruptcy
Documents filed in the McGlinchey Stafford bankruptcy case shed new light on the New Orleans firm’s financial situation in the wake of its surprise decision early this year to shut
Alibaba Consolidates AI Operations Under New Business Group
The new business unit, called Alibaba Token Hub, will be led by Eddie Wu, Alibaba’s chief executive.
Kane's 2 goals lead Red Wings past Flames
Patrick Kane scored twice for Detroit to move into sole possession of fourth place on the all-time goals list for NHL players born in the U.S. and lead the Red Wings to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday night. Kane has 504 career goals, trailing Mike Modano (561), Keith Tkachuk (538) and Jeremy Roenick (513).
GameStop Declares Xbox360, PS3 Retro Consoles, Millennials Are In Shambles
GameStop released a memo designating the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and Wii U retro consoles, reminding every Millennial who grew up with those systems they are now washed.
Contrasting styles on tap as Oklahoma State, Davidson open NIT
Oklahoma State will be in familiar territory as it tries to cap a solid campaign with an NIT run. The Cowboy open by hosting Davidson on Tuesday night in Stillwater, Okla.
Trump's confidence is undimmed - but all Iran options comes with risk
The odds of a quick resolution to the war appear to be dwindling by the day, and the political stakes for the president are only growing.
Volvo Construction Equipment announces closure of Rokbak business
As part of a long term strategic shift and due to the unsustainable profitability of the Rokbak business Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) will close its Rokbak business and concentrate resources on its portfolio of other hauling solutions. The business had revenues of SEK 1.0 bn in 2025 and was loss-making. The closure of the business will negatively impact operating income by about SEK 0.7 billion in the Construction Equipment segment in Q1 2026 and will be reported as an adjustment. About SEK 0.4 billion refers to non-cash items with the majority related to goodwill impairment.
GameStop declares Nintendo Wii U as a retro console, trade-in bonus offer announced
GameStop issues statement that Nintendo Wii U, PS3, and Xbox 360 are retro consoles and announces a special trade-in bonus offer.
Plagued by early deficits, Wild turn page to meet Blackhawks
A three-game winless streak has done little to compromise the Minnesota Wild's solid playoff positioning.
Hochul offers solutions for high gas and energy costs
Gas prices are up at the pump and energy prices have increased.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for March 17 #540
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.
Sony's enhanced PSSR upscaling arrives on PS5 Pro today
Sony's upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) tech is rolling out as part of the PlayStation 5 Pro system update that's available today.
Cue Biopharma Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results and Business Highlights
Advanced research and development of CUE-401 for IND (Investigational New Drug) readiness –CUE-401 is the Company’s lead asset for the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory diseasesAppointed industry veteran Lucinda Warren as Chief Financial and Business OfficerRaised net proceeds of $10.2M through an underwritten public offeringAnnounced strategic collaboration and license agreement with ImmunoScape to develop breakthrough cell therapy approach for solid tumors – Entitled to receive upfront
NASA’s Parker Solar Probe Makes 27th Swing Around the Sun
NASA’s Parker Solar Probe completed its 27th close approach to the Sun on March 11, again matching its record distance of 3.8 million miles (6.2 million kilometers) from the solar surface.
Sony Confirms PlayStation 5 Pro PSSR Upgrades for Cyberpunk 2077, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Even Former Xbox Console Exclusive Hellblade 2
Sony has confirmed an array of games set to benefit from PlayStation 5 Pro's upgraded PSSR visual boost, which launches more broadly via a new system software update available later today.
Asteroid Reveals The 5 Key Genetic Ingredients For Life on Earth
Could they be widespread in the Solar System after all?
Health officials investigate E. coli outbreak linked to raw cheese sold in Florida
Health officials are investigating an outbreak of E. coli in multiple states, including Florida, that appears to be linked to raw cheese products.
Apple Acquires Final Cut Pro Plugin Company MotionVFX
Apple today acquired the major Final Cut Pro plugin company MotionVFX. MotionVFX is a Polish company founded by Szymon Masiak in 2009. It creates high-quality plugins, transitions, templates, and visual effects (VFX) for video editors. The company specializes in tools for Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Apple Motion, such as mFilmLook, mO2, and the Design Studio extension.
Are Cellphones Harmful to My Health?
For older adults, excessive smartphone time can fuel anxiety, isolation and even physical pain
Customers accuse Whatnot of illegal gambling operation over sports card breaks, repacks
One of the largest online live-selling platforms, Whatnot sold more than 76 million sports cards last year.
Oregon's hospitals are highly consolidated, report shows
A Yale analysis finds about 72% of Oregon hospitals are concentrated under a few systems.
Partisanship and science
I recently participated in a symposium of the Denver-based Institute for Science & Policy, during which I had a “fireside chat” with Tony Mills of the American Enterprise Institute. Mills has written extensively on the politicization of science, and the two of us had a very enjoyable hour-long conversation on the topic. You can watch it below. The main questions we dealt with are why there is such a vast partisan gap in trust of science, and to what extent this is a unique moment. Mills helpfully brings a good deal of data to the discussion, as he did in this useful piece at Issues in Science & Technology. Tusk depends on reader support. To support this work, please become a paid subscriber. Subscribe Note this graph, drawing on a range of survey data to demonstrate partisan attitudes toward science since 1970s. As it demonstrates, there’s been a very sharp partisan divergence in confidence in science during the Trump Era, starting prior to the Covid pandemic. At least in part, we can attribute this to a rise in populist anti-science rhetoric embraced by Trump, his appointees, and those in his media orbit. But as the graph also shows, the partisan divide has existed in the past, and it’s not always in the same direction. The largest divergence in party views toward science prior to 2016 was in the 1970s, when liberals equated scientific achievement with the military-industrial complex and thus trusted it less. That era of scientific mistrust is often overlooked. Indeed, as Mills notes, the Moon landings (1969-72), which today are considered one of the last great moments of national unity, were experienced nothing like that at the time. There was sharp debate back then over whether the Apollo missions were worth the vast expenditures when the country had so much else to deal with. It’s outside the dataset, and we don’t have the partisanship lens for it, but the 1950s was another deeply anti-science decade, with critics of intellectuals and college professors alleging their ties to communism and their lack of commitment to basic American moral beliefs. This was the subject of Richard Hofstadter’s 1962 book Anti-Intellectualism in American Life, in which he quotes religious leaders like Franklin Graham: [In place of the Bible] we substituted reason, rationalism, mind culture, science worship, the working power of government, Freudianism, naturalism, humanism, behaviorism, positivism, materialism, and idealism. [This is the work of] so-called intellectuals. Thousands of these “intellectuals” have publicly stated that morality is relative—that there is no norm or absolute standard.… This fervor was heavily whipped up by Sen. Joe McCarthy (R-Wisconsin), although it’s clear that not all his fellow Republicans were on board with his red-baiting. What ended that era? The simple answer is the 1957 launch of Sputnik. Americans became afraid that they were losing to Soviet scientists, and suddenly university researchers and government projects were awash with funding. In our conversation, I asked Mills about the possibility of us having a Sputnik moment again that would rally the American public in favor of science today. Mills argued that the COVID-19 pandemic was essentially a Sputnik moment — a terrifying threat to all Americans that required scientific advances to address. But thanks in part to political polarization and the populist and conspiratorial leanings of Donald Trump, we got the opposite of a unifying moment. Many Americans turned against science, despite science actually stepping up in that moment. As we discussed in the chat, it’s not clear what scientists could or should be doing in this moment to increase faith in their work. As Mills notes, one of the chief complaints against scientists and professors is that they’ve become too political; scholars becoming even more political might not help them achieve their goals. This (mainly Republican-driven) anti-science era will end, of course, but it’s not clear what event will bring that about. Share
Apple Announces AirPods Max 2
Apple today unveiled AirPods Max 2, with key upgrades including the H2 chip, increased active noise cancellation, improved sound quality, and features such as Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Voice Isolation, and Live Translation. AirPods Max 2 have the same overall design as the original AirPods Max, with most of the new features coming from the upgrade to the H2 chip.
Donald Trump attacks supreme court over tariffs again in late-night social media post
President accuses court of having ‘unnecessarily RANSACKED’ the US and claims he has ‘absolute right’ to impose new tariffs
There Are 2 Types of Fiber—Here Are 4 Easy Ways to Get More of Both
Insoluble fiber and soluble fiber both have unique benefits.
Why do healthcare costs continue to rise? A policy expert weighs in. - McCourt School of Public Policy
Research Professor Emeritus Jack Hoadley explains what’s contributing to rising healthcare costs — and how policy can be part of the solution.
Resident Evil Requiem Now the Series' Fastest-Selling Game Ever, as It Passes New Sales Milestone
Resident Evil Requiem has now sold six million copies, making it the fastest-selling instalment of the horror game since it all kicked off in Raccoon City thirty years ago.
Resident Evil Requiem crosses 6 million copies sold, becoming the fastest-selling game in the survival horror series' history
Resident Evil Requiem has already sold 6 million copies and become the fastest-selling entry in the series' history, Capcom has announced.
Downtown L.A. needs retail resuscitation. San Francisco's subsidized shops offer a solution
DTLA needs S.F.’s retail resuscitation secret: subsidized pop-ups
The Galaxy S26 Ultra has a major display flaw that cheap Android phones solved years ago
Forget the Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display — I wish Samsung would finally care about PWM dimming and eye comfort features.
How Lee Health is giving advice to patients with chronic conditions
Six-week workshops build decision-making, problem-solving and confidence beyond medication so patients can improve day-to-day quality of life.
State health department warns public of premade meal recall over salmonella concerns
DOH said the recalled product is sold chilled in a black-and-clear plastic container with sell-by dates between “03/05/2026” and “03/16/2026” printed on the label.
2026 Players Championship money: Here's how much every player made
Check out our list of how much money each player in the field came away with at the 2026 Players Championship, played at TPC Sawgrass.
3 Offseason Decisions the Vikings Absolutely Got Right
The first mighty domino has fallen in the Minnesota Vikings’ offseason, as the main part of free agency is over. […]
‘It’s not a solvable problem’: Maine’s outgoing hospital lobbyist says there’s no fix for rising health care costs
As Steven Michaud leaves his long-time role with the Maine Hospital Association, he reflected on pivotal events during his tenure.
Bob on Business: UTA business professor sees uncertainty ahead for financial markets, mortgage rates
Also, energy assets sold and Compass expands at Clearfork.
The Mystery of Intense Magnetism on The Moon Is Finally Solved
A 3.5-billion-year-old anomaly.
Public health alert issued for frozen meat products sold at popular retailer
The Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert for frozen ready-to-eat meat products sold at a popular retailer.
Public health alert issued for frozen meat products sold at popular retailer
The Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert for frozen ready-to-eat meat products sold at a popular retailer.
‘Cruel hoax’ or ‘work-life balance nirvana’: whatever happened to the four-day work week?
It has been years since the four-day work week was floated as a solution to everything from traffic congestion to burnout. So why aren’t we all doing it now?
Arizona cardiology group pays $4.75M over unnecessary care allegations
Tri-City Cardiology, a Phoenix-area physician group, has agreed to pay millions to resolve allegations of unnecessary care.
THOR AI solves a 100-year-old physics problem in seconds
A new AI framework called THOR is transforming how scientists calculate the behavior of atoms inside materials. Instead of relying on slow simulations that take weeks of supercomputer time, the system uses tensor network mathematics and machine-learning models to solve the problem directly. The approach can compute key thermodynamic properties hundreds of times faster while preserving accuracy. Researchers say this could accelerate discoveries in materials science, physics, and chemistry.
Xbox One hacked, boot ROM exploit breaks into one of the most secure consoles
Xbox One boot ROM exploit shown at RE//verse 2026, Gaasedelen says work is about preservation, not piracy Security researcher Markus Gaasedelen used his
Why Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day founder sold business, retired early
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day founder Monica Nassif ignored "countless" offers to buy her company over the years.
The rise of the daycap: Gen Z prefers intentional, daytime sips
Brands from Absolut to Malibu are reorienting around Gen Z's preference for earlier social drinking occasions instead of late-night bar crawls.
Scientists Unveil Cheaper and Faster Way To Extract Lithium From Massive Untouched Reserves
A new solvent-based technique could change how lithium is extracted from brines, potentially making the process faster, cheaper, and viable in places where conventional methods fail. Few elements are as key to the clean energy transition as lithium, and global demand for it is soaring. The metal
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for March 15 #538
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.
Scientists Solve a 70-Year Mystery Behind the Universe’s Strange Magnetic Fields
Researchers have identified a potential mechanism that explains how turbulent plasma can produce the vast, ordered magnetic fields observed across the universe Cosmic magnetic fields are everywhere, but their origin has remained one of plasma astrophysics’ most persistent mysteries. Planets, star
Fund-raising Email Features Trump at Ritual for Soldiers Killed in Iran War
The email from the group Never Surrender seeks donations for President Trump from those who want access to “private national security briefings” from him.
Patrick Mahomes will absolutely love Chiefs’ latest signing
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes will likely be thrilled with the Kansas City Chiefs' latest signing in free agency.
Where to watch the top 16 women's college basketball team reveal: Time, TV, stream
In an effort to help the sites prepare and get tickets sold, the NCAA will release the top 16 teams on Saturday afternoon.
NYT Connections Sports Edition hints and answers for March 14: Tips to solve Connections #537
Everything you need to solve Connections Sports Edition #537.
New Turn-Based RPGs To Play - March 14, 2026
The new mid-March recap is here, and once again this week I’ve got plenty of interesting titles to show you, all ready to be played. Meanwhile,
Pi Day: Breakthrough 'Obliterates' The World Record For Calculating Pi
Absolutely mind-boggling!
Scientists discover giant swirling plumes hidden deep inside Greenland’s ice sheet
Scientists may have finally solved the mystery of strange plume-like structures hidden deep inside the Greenland ice sheet. New research suggests they form through thermal convection—slow, swirling motions driven by temperature differences inside the ice. This means the deep ice could be far softer than scientists once believed. Understanding this hidden movement could improve predictions about how Greenland’s ice sheet behaves in a warming world.
Opinion | The Political Cost of Trump’s War
The Republican pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson joins E.J. Dionne Jr. and Robert Siegel to discuss Trump’s falling approval rating and what it portends for November.
Video: Opinion | The Political Cost of Trump’s War
The Republican pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson joins E.J. Dionne Jr. and Robert Siegel to discuss Trump’s falling approval rating and what it portends for November.
Contributor: Federal power grabs on elections are not about fraud
Trump has called the SAVE Act his top priority. But why? His commission found no widespread problem that needed solving.
Microsoft Will Add Gaming Copilot To Xbox Series Consoles in 2026
Microsoft Gaming Copilot has been out in the open and available as a beta for PC, mobile, and the ROG Xbox Ally since October 2025, but at a recent GDC conference, Sonali Yadav, Xbox Gaming AI partner group project manager, commented that Gaming Copilot would be landing on current-gen Xbox Series X|...
Jared Kushner Solicits Funds for His Firm While Working as Mideast Envoy
President Trump’s son-in-law is trying to raise $5 billion or more from foreign governments and others for his private equity firm.
Volunteers Find Oddly High Solar Flare Rates
This study relied on inputs from NASA’s Solar Active Region Spotter citizen science project, which asked volunteers to answer a series of questions about
Is Lutheran Health Network more valuable as a long-term asset or system for sale?
It's unclear whether Lutheran Health Network is more valuable to parent company Community Health Systems as a long-term holding or an asset to be sold.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for March 14 #537
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.
Microsoft’s Copilot AI assistant is coming to current-gen Xbox consoles this year
AI is coming to your Xbox.
WATCH: Rollins says U.S. working on solutions to keep fertilizer costs down for farmers amid Iran war
Public Administration as Solution Science
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Naim KapucuMarch 13, 2026 Public administration is often described as the bridge between public goals and real results. When communities face complex problems such as public safety, health threats, climate risks, housing pressures or […]
Democratic senators file war powers resolution to check Trump on Cuba
Senate Democrats have filed legislation that would prevent the U.S. from attacking Cuba without congressional approval as they seek to force a vote on President Donald Trump's stated goal of a “takeover” of the Caribbean country.