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These 773,000-year-old fossils may reveal our shared human ancestor
Fossils from a Moroccan cave have been dated with remarkable accuracy to about 773,000 years ago, thanks to a magnetic signature locked into the surrounding sediments. The hominin remains show a blend of ancient and more modern features, placing them near a pivotal branching point in human evolution. These individuals likely represent an African population close to the last common ancestor of Homo sapiens, Neandertals, and Denisovans.
This weird deep-sea creature was named by thousands of people online
A newly discovered deep-sea creature has become an unlikely Internet star. After appearing in a popular YouTube video, a rare chiton found nearly three miles beneath the ocean surface sparked a global naming effort, drawing more than 8,000 suggestions from people around the world. Scientists ultimately chose the name Ferreiraella populi, meaning “of the people,” honoring the public that helped bring it into the scientific record.
Science news this week: Anomalies inside Earth, leak on Artemis II, and how psychedelics may help treat PTSD
Feb. 7, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
Something supercharged Uranus when Voyager 2 flew past
Voyager 2’s flyby of Uranus in 1986 recorded radiation levels so extreme they baffled scientists for nearly 40 years. New research suggests the spacecraft caught Uranus during a rare solar wind event that flooded the planet’s radiation belts with extra energy. Similar storms have been seen near Earth, where they dramatically boost radiation levels. The discovery reshapes how scientists think about Uranus—and why it deserves another visit.
KDE Linux To Provide Better Hardware Support & Better Performance
Following the September release of the KDE LInux reference distribution for the KDE desktop in alpha form, KDE Linux developers have been working toward the beta release with more improvements to this open-source desktop distro.
The Weight-Loss Price Wars Are Breaking Big Pharma’s Business Model
Prices for GLP-1s are falling fast, forcing companies to adapt.
Why do kids eat their boogers?
There may be something more than just a bad habit behind this behavior.
Arts and entertainment throughout the region
A listing of arts and entertainment events throughout the region.
Apple's redesigned MacBook Pro can't come soon enough
It's what creatives have been waiting for.
Broadcasters prepare for 850 hours of winter sports action
The majority of the International Olympic Committee’s revenues come from broadcast rights and sponsorship deals
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Feb. 7 #502
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.
Here’s Where AI Is Tearing Through Corporate America
The latest advances have companies—and the stock market—rethinking the software that handles jobs big and small.
ChatGPT's New Internet Browser Can Run 80% of a 1-Person Business — No Tech Skills Required
This is the shift from AI as a tool to AI as an operator — and it changes everything.
Integris Health and United Healthcare dispute leaves patients worried in Oklahoma City
Integris Health and United Healthcare are in a dispute that could leave many patients without in-network care, causing concern among those relying on Integris facilities.
Trump Phone Looks Different, Costs More and Won't Be Made in the US, Report Shows
The T1 looks different (again), and its specs and pricing have changed, according to a model handset shown in a video call to The Verge.
Atkins Stohr and Parker on political fallout from Trump’s call to ‘nationalize’ elections
Health Agency Refers Knockoff GLP-1 Provider Hims & Hers to Justice Department
The FDA said it would take “decisive steps” to restrict nonapproved drugs that use GLP-1 active pharmaceutical ingredients.
SpaceX Delays Mars Plans To Focus on Moon
Elon Musk’s rocket company had aimed to reach the red planet in 2026
Winter Olympics 2026: Opening Ceremony marks official start of Milan Cortina games; Andrea Bocelli, Sabrina Impacciatore stun in performances
'Invisible scaffolding of the universe' revealed in ambitious new James Webb telescope images
A team of researchers using the James Webb Space Telescope has produced the most detailed map of dark matter to date.
Why a bump to $700 could be a "death sentence" for the Steam Machine
Analysts expect Valve might be hit particularly hard by soaring RAM, storage prices.
Can apes play pretend? Scientists use an imaginary tea party to find out
For the first time, an experiment hints that an ape in captivity can have an imagination.
Scientists Reveal a Frozen Bizarro Earth Only 150 Light-Years Away
A tantalizingly unique discovery.
Anthropic’s breakout moment: how Claude won business and shook markets
Start-up’s bet on enterprise users is paying off as coding tools fuel revenue and investor frenzy
Oversight chair Comer requests wide range of business documents from Ilhan Omar’s husband
The sharp valuation of two companies owned in part by the lawmaker’s husband, Tim Mynett, has led Trump to suggest Omar has committed fraud.
Business Lookahead: Near, far, wherever markets are
STORY: From Japan's snap election to key U.S. data, these are the stories to watch in business and finance in the coming week. :: Japan votesJapan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is hoping for a stronger mandate as voters head to the polls on Sunday.The closely-watched lower house election is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable in years.A strong showing by Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party would allow her to expand stimulus.That could heighten concerns about Japan's finances and push up government bond yields further in a selloff that could ripple out overseas.:: AI winners and losersCisco Systems and Germany's Siemens Energy report earnings on Wednesday.They've benefited from the AI boom in different ways, but now Barclays says that trade is "seeing extreme dispersion."That’s been evident in sliding software and data analytics stocks, which have plunged as traders focus on the existential threat posed by increasingly powerful AI models.AI enablers, companies contributing to the global AI data center build-out, meanwhile, have fared better. :: Delayed data dumpA double dose of major U.S. economic reports should give investors a critical view of the economy, following a delay by the recently ended three-day government shutdown.The January non-farm payrolls report, now due on Wednesday, is expected to show an increase of 70,000 jobs, according to a Reuters poll. Then, on Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics is set to release the January consumer price index, one of the most closely watched measures of inflation.
Dow hits 50,000 for the first time
FOX Business correspondent Lydia Hu reports as the Dow hits an all-time high surpassing the 50,000-point milestone.
Video: How the science of saltwater-tolerating plants could protect coastlines
Rising sea levels along coastlines not only threaten populations, but also pose a danger to agricultural crops, which may be damaged by surging amounts of saltwater. Researchers have, in response, sought ...
Justice Department casts wide net on Netflix's business practices in merger probe, WSJ reports
The Justice Department is investigating whether Netflix has engaged in anticompetitive tactics as it probes the streaming giant's proposed acquisition of Warner Discovery's studios and streaming service, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday.
Justice Department casts wide net on Netflix's business practices in merger probe, WSJ reports
The Justice Department is investigating whether Netflix has engaged in anticompetitive tactics as it probes the streaming giant's proposed acquisition of Warner Discovery's studios and streaming service, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday.
Exclusive | Justice Department Casts Wide Net on Netflix’s Business Practices in Merger Probe
As it probes bids for Warner, the department is asking if the streamer has engaged in conduct that could make it a monopoly.
Timothy Busfield indicted on child sex abuse charges by New Mexico grand jury
The 68-year-old Emmy-winning actor and director was indicted on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a child, the Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office said in a statement.
Looming Epstein Deposition Plunges Clintons Into Yet Another Scandal
Unlike in the past, top Democrats aren’t lining up in defense of the former president.
Sources: Sacramento State making aggressive effort to join FBS league, proposing an eight-figure entry fee
While many FBS leagues have rebuffed the proposal — the Mountain West and the Pac-12 among them — other league executives are exploring the possibility.
Windows 11 is finally killing off legacy printer drivers in 2026 — and it’s going to shake up a lot of older hardware
The next system update for Windows 11 could break your printer. Here's what you need to know.
Apple's AI Health Coach Project May Need a Wellness Check
The company's ambitious plans to introduce a virtual health coach may be going back to the drawing board, according to a report.
Driven: The 2026 Lamborghini Temerario raises the bar for supercars
This V8 hybrid with more than 900 hp replaces the V10 Huracán.
Scientists discover 'levitating' time crystals that you can hold in your hand
Time crystals, a collection of particles that "tick"—or move back and forth in repeating cycles—were first theorized and then discovered about a decade ago. While scientists have yet to create commercial ...
Argentina and US sign major trade deal targeting tariffs and boosting political alliance
Argentina's foreign minister, Pablo Quirno, announced the deal's signing on social media on Thursday.
Mike Conley Jr. reportedly rejoining Timberwolves after being waived by Hornets
After being traded twice and waived this week, the longtime NBA veteran is planning to return to the Timberwolves as a free agent, according to ESPN.
Scientist accidentally stumbles across bizarre ancient ‘wrinkle structures’ in Morocco that shouldn't be there
Ancient fossil structures imprinted on rocks that were once deep beneath the ocean suggest the search for the first life on Earth needs to be broadened.
Taylor Swift releases ‘Opalite’ music video packed with cameos from Domhnall Gleeson, Graham Norton, Lewis Capaldi and more
Swift exclusively premiered the music video on Apple Music and Spotify Premium.
Galaxy S26 series surfaces with upgraded wireless charging spec, no Qi2 magnets
While it, sadly, looks like the Galaxy S26 series will be missing out on built-in Qi2 magnets, Samsung seems to...
Men's Basketball to Conclude Road Trip Against Elon On CBS Sports Network
The Drexel men's basketball team will conclude its two-game road trip Saturday against the Elon Phoenix. Tip-off is scheduled for 12 p.m. and will be broadca...
Trump shares a racist video that depicts the Obamas as primates
President Donald Trump used his social media account to share a video about election conspiracy theories that includes a racist depiction of former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, as primates in a jungle.
I used Xcode 26.3 to build an iOS app with my voice in just two days - and it was exhilarating
Want to see what agentic coding really feels like? Come along on my wild, wonderful, and terrifying two-day vibe coding adventure with Xcode 26.3.
The 2026 sports calendar is setting up to be an all-timer
In today's edition: Big year of sports ahead, Stafford wins MVP, Skubal's big day, Olympics watchlist, Super Bowl pregame reading, photo finish, and more.
Loyola Chicago Hosts VCU For National Girls and Women in Sports Day
The Loyola University Chicago women's basketball team hosts VCU for National Girls and Women in Sports Day this Saturday (Feb. 7) at Gentile Arena. Tip-off on ESPN+/Marquee Network is set for 2 p.m. with Sam Brief (play by play) and Karli Bell calling the action (color).
Colombia Consumer Loyalty Business Report 2026: Market Size & Forecast by Spend Value Across 100+ KPIs by Program Type, Channel Mix, Sector, Embedded Loyalty Penetration, and Platform Spend 2021-2030
Colombia's loyalty market is rapidly expanding with a focus on diverse program models such as points, cashback, and gamification. Opportunities include leveraging AI and blockchain for personalized experiences, expanding in key sectors like retail and financial services, and enhancing digital and embedded loyalty schemes. Colombian Loyalty Market Colombian Loyalty Market Dublin, Feb. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Colombia Loyalty Market Size & Forecast by Spend Value Across 100+ KPIs by Prog
Apple's iPhone 17E Is Near and It Needs More Than MagSafe
The launch of the next $600 iPhone might not follow last year's playbook.
DOJ Over-Seized Hannah Natanson's Garmin Device and Other Reporting Materials
DOJ claims it is adhering to the Privacy Protection Act, even though they didn't mention it in the affidavit to search Hannah Natanson's devices. But their search seized far more reporting materials than covered by the probable cause tied to Aurelio Perez-Lugones.
Kamala Harris relaunches 'Kamala HQ' social media account for political engagement
Fox News contributor Joe Concha weighs in after former VP Kamala Harris relaunched her 'Kamala HQ' social media account, now rebranded as 'Headquarters,' aimed at progressive youth and discusses TPUSA's alternate halftime show.
New Voices Program for Emerging STEM Leaders Announces 2026 Cohort
Twenty outstanding mid-career scientists, engineers, and medical professionals joins the National Academies’ New Voices in Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, a program that aims to expand the expertise engaged in National Academies work while developing a network of U.S. leaders to address national and global challenges. “Now more than ever, we need to nurture the next generation of talented American researchers, who are the future leaders of the U.S. science and innovation enterprise,” said NAS President Marcia McNutt.
Poland Consumer Loyalty Business Report 2026: A $2.2 Billion Market by 2030 from $1.23 Billion in 2025 - 100+ KPIs by Program Type, Channel Mix, Sector, Embedded Loyalty Penetration, Platform Spend
The Polish loyalty market is thriving, projected to grow annually at 14%. Key opportunities lie in AI and blockchain integration, diverse program models like points and cashback, and sector-specific strategies in retail, finance, and travel. Channels like in-store and mobile are vital for reaching B2B and B2C consumers. Polish Loyalty Market Polish Loyalty Market Dublin, Feb. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Poland Loyalty Market Size & Forecast by Spend Value Across 100+ KPIs by Program Type,
How many Winter Olympians played college sports? Inside the NCAA’s impact in the 2026 Milan Cortina Games
The road to the Winter Olympics runs through snow-covered mountains, frozen rinks and, for more than 240 Olympic athletes, college campuses. These athletes represent 19 nations, span 86 colleges and bring 70 national championships, showcasing that Olympians are made here, in the NCAA.
How does brain rot shape our politics?
Absurdist internet slang and content dubbed “brain rot” has become increasingly prevalent online in recent years, shaping public interactions and modern politics.
Pakistan admit politics means ‘A-game’ is a must as T20 World Cup begins
Pakistan play their first T20 World Cup game against Netherlands on Saturday, and admit group stage needs to be perfect.
What Does It Take To Prove You’re Sick Enough To Get Treatment?
Hawaiʻi must seriously consider a universal health care system that does not hinge on employment or the outcome of an adversarial hearing.
Every major galaxy is speeding away from the Milky Way, except one — and we finally know why
A vast, flat sheet of dark matter may solve the long-standing mystery of why our neighboring galaxy Andromeda is speeding toward us while our other neighbors are moving away from us.
They Came for Its Riches, but Big Business Is Souring on South Africa
The corporate exodus is accelerating, propelled by a toxic cocktail of corruption, lawlessness and poor infrastructure.
Japan's Itochu posts record 9-month profit on consumer business strength
Japan's Itochu on Friday posted a 4% rise in nine-month net profit through December 31 to 705.3 billion yen ($4.5 billion), a record for the period, boosted by strong consumer businesses, including food, textile and its convenience-store chain.
Deacon Sports Xtra: Giving Back: Antwan Scott Helping Make an Impact in his Community - Wake Forest University Athletics
Demon Deacons men's basketball alum Antwan Scott's Eight Way Center continues to assist children in New Bern.
The perilous age of quantum politics
Think of Donald Trump as an energised particle colliding with a sensitive geopolitical nucleus
The multimillion dollar business of sports ceremonies
Balich Wonder Studio is leading an event that represents a significant investment for sponsors and broadcasters
NFL news, live updates ahead of Super Bowl 2026: NFL Honors led by MVP Matthew Stafford; HOF class announced
Nancy Guthrie missing for days without vital medication needed for health ailments
Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of ‘Today’ co-host Savannah Guthrie, on ‘The Ingraham Angle.’
Muslims Move to Assert Political Power in New York City
Zohran Mamdani’s ascension to mayor has given Muslim organizers and faith leaders the impetus to insert themselves into more formal political alliances and networks.
NFL awards: Mike Vrabel of the Patriots wins his second Coach of the Year award
The NFL handed out its awards from the regular season at its NFL Honors show Thursday.
2026 NBA trade tracker: Full deal details, grades, analysis
An invisible chemical rain is falling across the planet
A new study reveals that chemicals used to replace ozone-damaging CFCs are now driving a surge in a persistent “forever chemical” worldwide. The pollutant, called trifluoroacetic acid, is falling out of the atmosphere into water, land, and ice, including in remote regions like the Arctic. Even as older chemicals are phased out, their long lifetimes mean pollution is still rising.
WATCH: Trump says he will revoke church tax exempt status if leaders 'say something bad about' him
An Inflection Point for the Entertainment Industry
The entertainment industry is shifting as movie and TV companies face fierce competition, fight for attention and cope with artificial intelligence.
The Virtual Console is (sort of) back on the Switch 2
Hamster Corp.'s new "Console Archives" does what Nintendon't.
Spotted lanternflies are invading the US. They may have gotten their evolutionary superpowers in China's cities.
The alarming spread of spotted lanternflies across the U.S. has been made possible by cities acting as evolutionary incubators, fine-tuning the insects and enabling them to thrive.
Sony confirms WF-1000XM6 release date in first official teaser
Sony has confirmed the long-awaited release date of its WF-1000XM6 earbuds. Dubbed rather grandiously as the 'next generation of earbuds', Sony has offered a peek at its design too. The successors to the WF-1000XM5 can already be viewed in two colours though, thanks to recent leaks.
Frozen on the ice: The brain science behind perfect Olympic timing
Olympic skiers, bobsledders and speed skaters all have to master one critical moment: when to start. As athletes prepare for the upcoming Winter Olympics, that split second is in the spotlight because ...
CMU Athletics Hosts National Girls & Women in Sports Brunch - Central Michigan University Athletics
MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. —Central Michigan Athletics hosted its first-ever National Girls & Women in Sports Brunch on Sunday morning at Soaring Eagle Casino & R...
Amazon.com Announces Fourth Quarter Results
Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today announced financial results for its fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025. Fourth Quarter 2025 Net sales increased 14%...
Super Bowl 2026: Picks, predictions for Patriots-Seahawks, including winner, MVP and Bad Bunny halftime show
GO Battle League Now Awards Championship Points: Leaderboard Challenges Explained
How GO Battle League players can earn Championship Points and qualify for the Pokémon World Championships
WATCH: Bessent tells Senate panel it would be president's choice of whether to sue fed chair over interest rates
Everything we know about Valve's new Steam Machine
Valve's revival of the Steam Machine is launching in 2026, but there are still unanswered questions about how the console-like PC works and how much it'll cost.
Inaugural ASU–Science Prize winners use AI to help farmers, trafficking victims
From continent-spanning satellite imagery to distributed criminal networks hiding online, some of our most intractable challenges are buried within mountains of data. Two researchers are using artificial intelligence to make sense of such complexity and turn overwhelming datasets into practical solutions.
The AirDrop-to-Android expansion is finally happening: Here is what to expect
Google confirms Quick Share with AirDrop support is coming to more devices.
Windows 11 now locks Storage settings behind admin rights — and it’s going to confuse a lot of people
If opening the Storage settings feels off, you're right. Microsoft made changes to require elevation to open these settings on Windows 11.
Google hints at big AirDrop expansion for Android "very soon"
AirDrop came to the Pixel 10 last year, and more Android phones will join the party in 2026.
New York City joins UN health network after Trump’s withdrawal from WHO
New York City has joined a United Nations health network in the wake of the United States leaving the World Health Organization (WHO). In a press release Thursday, the New York City Department of H…
Black hole outburst 'Jetty McJetface' is one of the most energetic objects in the universe — and only growing brighter
Scientists say a jet from a previously studied supermassive black hole has grown brighter, becoming one of the most energetic events in the universe.
Free PS5 Demo Out Now for Long-Awaited Capcom Action Game
A long-awaited Capcom action game is finally almost ready to come out, and is putting out a demo on the PlayStation 5 for fans to check out.
WATCH LIVE: White House briefing may address DHS funding negotiations, National Prayer Breakfast
Lunch with Trump auctioned for $2M: Inside Florida Politics
USA Today Network of Florida panelists Antonio Fins, John Kennedy and Hannah Phillips discuss it all on the Inside Florida Politics podcast.
From Silence to Success: Bronx Families Overcome Barriers with Support from Community Health Workers - NYC Health + Hospitals
Bronx, NY — Two Bronx families—one from Ecuador and one from Togo—found life-changing support for their young children with speech and developmental
This is Disappointing Qi2 Magnet News for Galaxy S26 Ultra
Leading up to today, the general consensus was that the entire Galaxy S26 lineup would feature built-in magnets, bringing the devices in line with those from competitors like... #GalaxyS26Ultra #Qi2
Guerrilla reveals Horizon Hunters Gathering, a co-op action spin-off for PS5 and PC
The first closed playtest takes place this month.
Bethesda Games Coming to Nintendo Switch™ 2
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™, Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered are all coming to the Nintendo Switch™ 2 this year!
How to watch Greater Cleveland Sports Awards on Rock Entertainment Sports Network
Rock Entertainment Sports Network (RESN) and Cleveland’s 43 WUAB are broadcasting the 26th Annual Greater Cleveland Sports Awards.
Spring Sports: Know Before You Go
HICKORY, N.C. - Despite the winter weather, Lenoir-Rhyne Spring sports are about to be in full swing. Baseball hosts Columbus State for a three-game series this weekend while Men's Lacrosse takes on No. 2 Tampa in a showdown of national powers on Saturday. Softball opens up the home portion of their schedule on Wednesday, February 11, vs. Belmont Abbey. The final Spring sport to open the home portion of the their schedule will be Women's Lacrosse, who take on Rollins in Moretz Stadium on Sunday, February 22.
NASA will finally allow astronauts to bring their iPhones to space
We are giving our crews the tools to capture special moments."
CEPI and Korea discuss future of AI-driven international health cooperation
Seminar held at Korea's National Assembly to discuss the link between AI and health ODA.