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Asus says it’s dropping the RTX 5070 Ti as the memory shortage squeezes supply
RAM shortages strike again
Resident Evil Showcase January 2026: Everything Announced
Today, Capcom is holding a Resident Evil Showcase event set to feature "brand new gameplay and news" for Resident Evil Requiem, among other things.
New UC Merced major teaches how to tackle questions of ethics in science, tech
In a world where artificial intelligence, climate change, epidemics and more compete for our concern, the need for people who can weigh the technical and humanistic sides of an argument is crucial. A new UC Merced major addresses this need.
Gmail users must make major decision regarding new AI features in their email
Several new Gmail features are driven by AI, which includes options to have the AI read your emails and offer suggestions.
Ford employee's suspension shows limits of free speech at work
The advice from five legal experts all boiled down to a blunt reality: employees should watch their mouth at work if they want to keep their job.
We have to stop freaking out about every new microplastics study
Microplastics are bad for us. But scientists are still figuring out the rest of the story.
We have to stop freaking out about every new microplastics study
Microplastics are bad for us. But scientists are still figuring out the rest of the story.
Big problems in a big world : The NPR Politics Podcast
Between pledging support for protesters in Iran, calling once again for the U.S. annexation of Greenland, and meeting with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, it's been a busy week for President Trump on the global stage. We look at why the White House wants to be involved in so many geopolitical issues despite the president's campaign pledges to be less invested in global affairs, and what outcomes the Trump administration wants in each location.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and national security correspondent Greg Myre.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.
Trump health care plan doesn't help people facing skyrocketing ACA premiums
President Trump announced a plan that addresses drug costs and health savings accounts, but not the health insurance premium spikes millions of Americans are facing.
‘Absolutely no detail’: experts alarmed as Trump unveils healthcare plan
Months after Trump boasted of ‘concepts of a plan’, framework offers few specifics – and could stall in Congress
Sherrill pick for N.J. health commissioner vows to fight ‘misinformation from Washington’
“While Washington is attacking our public health institutions, New Jersey must do everything we can to protect the public’s health and safety."
Apple’s ‘Siri 2.0’ is almost here, but it’s only the start of AI overhaul
Apple Intelligence launched in 2024, but 2026 looks to be a far more important year for the AI platform—starting with ‘Siri 2.0’ this spring.
How realistic is the Democratic plan to retake the Senate this year?
Schumer is growing bullish on his party’s odds in November — is it typical partisan optimism, or something more?
Trump admin warns of 'widescale doxxing' of ICE if House Dem's new bill passes
Trump administration fires back at Bronx congressman's QR code plan for ICE agents, calling it a 'doxxing campaign' to protect 'criminal illegal aliens.'
Federal mental health and addiction funding for Oregonians fully restored, 24 hours after Trump cut it
The funding supports a wide variety of mental health and addiction initiatives, ranging from youth suicide prevention to drug and alcohol treatment programs.
Final day to select ACA health plans in Texas
Thursday was the final day to select an Affordable Care Act health insurance plan, but lawmakers continue to debate how to address federal subsidies.
What's next for Jonathan Kuminga, Warriors after young forward demanded a trade from team?
Dalton Johnson breaks down what's next for the Golden State Warriors after Jonathan Kuminga demanded a trade from the team.
Comedian Joel Kim Booster marries video game producer Michael Sudsina: 'Never felt so certain'
'Fire Island' star Joel Kim Booster ties the knot with Riot Games producer Michael Sudsina. 'My wedding was the best day of my life, no contest,' the comedian says.
DDA Sets Matt Andrée Wiltens as SVP of Entertainment & Strategy, Ryan Smith as Film & Series Director
DDA has hired Matt Andrée Wiltens as SVP of U.S. entertainment and strategy and Ryan Smith as director of U.S. film and series
Mortgage rates fall to lowest level since 2022
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.06%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.16%.
Elden Ring: Nightreign Patch 1.03.2 Buffs All the Worst Nightfarers
Elden Ring: Nightreign just got a big balance patch, and even if you're not someone who's great at parsing patch notes, you might want to tune into this one, because basically every character that's been widely regarded as terrible for months now got a big buff.
Is the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ a road trip-worthy, family EV? I drove it across the country to find out [Video]
I recently drove a 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ thousands of miles to Florida and back to conduct an in-depth review and test its capabilities.
Avi-Go Business Aviation Data Platform Adds AI Search Bot and Expands Scope
Singapore start-up offers alternative to existing charter marketplaces
Is the U.S. Losing Ground in Science?
Concern is growing that the U.S. is losing ground in scientific achievements compared to other countries, according to a new poll from Pew Research Center. The vast majority of Americans said it is important for the U.S. to be a leader in scientific achievements, but Republicans and Democrats were ...
A Look At Barrett Business Services (BBSI) Valuation After New HR Document Repository Launch
Barrett Business Services (BBSI) has rolled out a new Employee File Cabinet HRIS module inside its client portal, built with Box technology, centralizing HR documents in a secure, integrated repository for employers and staff. See our latest analysis for Barrett Business Services. This product rollout comes as Barrett Business Services trades at US$39.20, with a 30 day share price return of 8.23% and a year to date share price return of 7.72%. The 1 year total shareholder return decline of...
Brian Kemp survived Trump’s anger. Now he wants to shape Georgia’s future
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is trying to project political influence even as his term nears its end
AI as a life coach: experts share what works, what doesn’t and what to look out for
It’s becoming more common for people to use AI chatbots for personal guidance – but this doesn’t come without risks
Trump releases health policy outline
The White House’s proposal includes many health policies the president has already publicly supported.
Pitbull to perform in central Pa. this summer
The singer and rapper is known for songs such as “Fireball,” “Time of Our Lives,” “I Know You Want Me” and “Timber.”
Samsung reportedly ‘rushing’ Galaxy S26+ that’s virtually unchanged
New reports have surfaced, indicating that the Galaxy S26+ will come with a 6.66-inch display – the mirror image of...
Back in the saddle: Nathan Fletcher returns to politics as a statehouse lobbyist
The organization advocates for access to psychedelic-assisted therapies. Fletcher is a Marine Corps veteran who has discussed his struggles with PTSD — and the benefits he experienced from psychedelic treatments.
The Earth keeps getting hotter, and Americans' trust in science is on a down trend
A Pew Research poll shows partisan split over U.S. scientific leadership, with Democrats far more concerned about losing ground than Republicans.
24 hours of chaos as mental health grants are slashed then restored
For 24 hours, it was unclear which mental health and addiction programs would survive and who would still have jobs when the dust settled.
Business Briefs: Jan. 16, 2026
National Grid hosts in-person customer assistance events WALTHAM — National Grid continues its commitment to supporting customers with a series of in-person customer assistance events this month. With colder temperatures, these events are designed to help residents manage seasonal energy bills and explore cost-saving programs. At every location, National Grid customer service specialists will be available […]
Spain's polarised politics stymies government's regional funding plan
A new fiscal model proposed by Spain's finance minister for its regional governments has faced a heavy backlash from regional leaders, who accuse the central government of toying with public finances to win political favours as it struggles to hold its fragile coalition together.
Trump threatens to use Insurrection Act to put down protests in Minneapolis
President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to invoke the rarely used federal law to deploy the U.S. military or federalize the National Guard for domestic law enforcement, over the objections of state governors.
Gemini Personal Intelligence show what we can expect from Siri
The long-awaited launch of the new AI-powered Siri now looks much closer thanks to Apple’s partnership with Google. The company...
After councilman was stomped on sidewalk, Alabama bill would make assaulting politicians a felony
The bill follows the assault of Bay Minette City Councilman Matt Franklin by attorney Harry Still.
US health officials reverse course and reinstate $1.9bn to mental health and substance use
Health department unexpectedly announced nearly $2bn in program cuts Tuesday before rolling back decision
Valerion VisionMaster Max projector review: Near-perfect image quality comes at a price
Valerian’s VisionMaster Max delivers outstanding image quality, but it will be hard for most buyers to justify the high price.
Oregon’s mental health workforce shortage is fueled by red tape and a new bill aims to fix it
State leaders say expanding mental health and addiction services isn’t just funding or facilities — it’s the workforce.
I spent a year on Linux and forgot to miss Windows
One year on Linux, two distros, a few tears, four desktop environments, and zero regrets about leaving Windows.
Science is best communicated through identity and culture – how researchers are ensuring STEM serves their communities
Scientists have traditionally focused on educating the public on science or correcting misinformation. But researchers from marginalized communities often have broader goals in science communication.
Citizen science
Citizen science, also called community science, is a common term for a wide range of participatory practices involving scientific data collection and analysis.Citizen science is important for science, research and policy, and has multiple benefits for society and for participants themselves by expanding knowledge, increasing awareness and fostering stewardship.While some scientists remain cautious about the quality of citizen science data, acceptance within the broader scientific community is steadily growing.Measures to strengthen the role and impact of citizen science include enhancing policy and funding support, continued training of educators and leveraging existing data collection technologies.
How Altadena businesses are trying to recover from the Eaton Fire
A year after the deadly Eaton Fire, Altadena business owners aim to return while also dealing with rebuilding their homes.
RSV vaccination push made a huge difference for Utah's kids, Intermountain Health says
Doctors at Intermountain Health are seeing a big difference in infant hospitalizations for RSV after pushing for Utahns to get vaccines in the last two years since they were approved in 2023.
Has Joe Rogan fully soured on Trump’s presidency?
With a huge audience and serving as an avatar for millions of centrist Americans, Rogan compares ICE raids to Gestapo
LBCC will soon offer its first bachelor’s degree, starting with library sciences
California cleared the way for community colleges to award four-year degrees, but the programs are still scarce. LBCC hopes to eventually offer more.
100% Bonus Depreciation Is Back—Here’s What Businesses Need To Know
The IRS has issued new guidance on bonus depreciation, which was made permanent under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Here’s what to know about what property qualifies and when you can benefit.
In the eyes of Trump’s EPA, human health is now literally worthless
How the agency’s new math favors polluters over people.
FBI searches WaPo reporter's home. And, Trump restores $2B to public health funds
The FBI searches the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of a leak investigation. And, the Trump administration restores $2B for mental health and addiction programs.
NVIDIA RTX 50 GPU Shortages: Green Team Realigns Production of Entire Gaming Stack, While ASUS Says RTX 5070 Ti Production Has Halted
It appears that NVIDIA is finally killing some of the GeForce RTX 50 series cards such as the RTX 5070 Ti and may cut supply for more GPUs.
Prep talk: Prepare for full-court presses all game in Redondo Union-Mira Costa matchup
South Bay rivals are set to play in a boys' basketball showdown on Friday night at Redondo Union.
Apple will pay billions for Gemini after OpenAI declined
A new report on Apple’s partnership with Google to have Gemini power the new Siri appears to confirm speculation that...
New Trump Funding Cuts to Cause ‘Catastrophic’ Effect on Mental Health Services Across Tennessee
President Trump terminates SAMSA grants, cutting $2 billion in federal funding for addiction, homelessness, and mental illness programs across the U.S.
Scientists “resurrect” ancient cannabis enzymes with medical promise
Scientists have uncovered how cannabis evolved the ability to make its most famous compounds—THC, CBD, and CBC—by recreating ancient enzymes that existed millions of years ago. These early enzymes were multitaskers, capable of producing several cannabinoids at once, before evolution fine-tuned them into today’s highly specialized forms. By “resurrecting” these long-lost enzymes in the lab, researchers showed how cannabis chemistry became more precise over time—and discovered something unexpected: the ancient versions are often more robust and easier to work with.
Governor Stein Provides NC Strong Update: Promoting Safe & Healthy Families Across North Carolina
Today Governor Josh Stein held his latest NC Strong Update to reaffirm his commitment to a healthier North Carolina, including announcing new funding for rural health care and summer meals for kids and calling on the General Assembly to pass a comprehensive state budget that fully funds Medicaid as federal Affordable Care Act tax credits expire. Governor Stein also gave an update on his successful work to keep people safe from malicious drones.
Bully Online Mod Creators Insist Shutting the Project Down 'Was Not Something We Wanted'
Cast your mind back to the end of last year, and you may remember we reported that a group of volunteer modders had united to develop an online mode for Rockstar's Bully (also known as Canis Canem Edit in some parts of the world). Fast-forward just a few short months later, however, and now the Bully online project is "shutting down forever."
Energy set to dominate state politics in runup to midterms
Electricity prices and data centers are emerging as major issues for both voters and legislators.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT translator challenges Google Translate
ChatGPT Translate allows users to direct the style of translated text, such as ‘more fluent’ and ‘academic.’
US sports say parity is essential for success. The Premier League proves that’s untrue
There are no salary caps, no aprons, and no luxury taxes, yet the world’s most-watched soccer league is only getting more balanced
A Maine Democrat gave RFK Jr.-aligned groups a win. Is it an opening for a political realignment?
Pingree's fight was a rare instance of a Democrat tapping the political coalition associated with Kennedy.
Could Catholics be the key to Trump’s opposition?
The wild card that could scramble America’s political alliances.
FBI Search Journalist's Home, U.S. Greenland Talks, Mental Health Funding : Up First from NPR
The FBI searches the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of a leak investigation, raising concerns among press advocates about an escalation against press freedom.U.S. talks with Denmark and Greenland end without a deal on Greenland’s future, but a new working group forms as allies push back on President Trump’s security-driven claims.And after widespread confusion and backlash, the Trump administration reverses course and restores roughly $2 billion in funding for mental health and addiction programs nationwide.Want more analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today’s episode of Up First was edited by Emily Kopp, Rebekah Metzler, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Kaity Kline, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Neisha Heinis. And our technical director is Carleigh Strange.Our deputy Executive Producer is Kelley Dickens.
Trump to meet Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel peace laureate Maria Corina Machado later
Trump and his top advisers have previously hinted at their willingness to work with acting president Delcy Rodríguez
Leading Prediction Firms Share a Commonality: Donald Trump Jr.
Traders in companies with ties to the president’s eldest son can bet on the outcome of events the president affects.
What Teddy Roosevelt has to do with Trump's moves in Venezuela and Greenland
Presidents James Monroe and Theodore Roosevelt helped shape a policy that rationalizes U.S. intervention in Latin America and elsewhere. But Trump has brought that idea to a whole new level.
More than 20 England council elections likely to be delayed until 2027
Third of councils affected by overhaul from two-tier to unitary authorities ask for postponement
Raducanu beaten by world number 204 in Hobart
Emma Raducanu's Australian Open preparations suffer a blow as she loses to world number 204 Taylah Preston at the Hobart International.
Belton seeks public input on entertainment, retail development in neighborhood meeting
On Thursday evening the City of Belton will host a neighborhood meeting to gather input on a major development project in the city.
Wikipedia’s 25 most popular entries of all time
A lot of people wanted to know who's dead.
UK economy grew by 0.3% in November despite uncertainty over Reeves’s budget
ONS says GDP expanded in news that is unlikely to deter Bank of England from making more interest rate cuts
High school basketball: Boys' and girls' scores from Wednesday
CIF City and Southern Section boys' and girls' basketball results from Wednesday.
Second Half Surge Leads BYU Past TCU
BYU overcame a 6-point halftime deficit and opened up its offense in the second half to beat TCU 76-70 Wednesday night in Provo. BYU looked sluggish in the first half and TCU was disciplined defensively to go into halftime up 36-30. AJ Dybantsa came alive in the second half, scoring 25 points on the game […]
UK GDP report to show if economy returned to growth in November
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
The U-turns keep coming – but Starmer’s allies insist they’re his best hope of revival
Prime minister wants cabinet ministers to move on from policies that have tanked with voters
The health care debate is back in Washington. It never really went away
The ongoing debate over health care in the U.S. remains as contentious as ever. Since President Harry Truman's failed attempt to establish a national health care program in 1945, every president has grappled with the government's role in health care.
Unlocking the secrets of dreams and nightmares
Ian Sample puts listeners’ questions on dreams and nightmares to Dr Michelle Carr, director of the Dream Engineering Laboratory in Montreal’s Centre for Advanced Research in Sleep Medicine, and author of the new book Into the Dream Lab
Without forests, mosquitoes turn to human blood
Deforestation might lead to more deadly mosquito bites.
Health advocates rally at California State Capitol for affordable healthcare
Dozens of health advocates gathered at the California State Capitol on Wednesday, led by the "Fight for Our Health Coalition."
Fresno adult entertainment club closes as lawsuit with former employee ongoing
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A decades-old Fresno adult entertainment club closed at the start of the year following a lawsuit with one of its former dancers. In a surprise Jan. 2 post, Gold Digger…
Trump administration rolls back mental health, addiction grant cuts
Sweeping cuts to mental health and addiction programs worth more than $2 billion are being reversed. After a political backlash from Republicans and Democrats, the grant money will be restored.
Canada’s Mark Carney seeks reset on pivotal trip to China
Canadian leader's visit comes after nearly a decade of strained ties between Ottawa and Beijing.
Grok stops users from making sexualized AI images after backlash
Grok will no longer be allowed to edit photos of real people to show them in sexualized or revealing clothing.
Exclusive: Trump backs Venezuela staying in OPEC
President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he believes it would be better for Venezuela to remain in the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, or OPEC, but added he was unsure if that would be a better situation for the United States.
Harold's Chicken CEO Kristen Pierce-Sherrod, founder's daughter, dies at 55, family says
Harold's Chicken CEO Kristen Pierce-Sherrod, the daughter of the iconic Chicago restaurant chain's founder, has died at age 55.
Glorioso's celebrates 80 years in business
The iconic Milwaukee Italian market is having six weeks of events and giveaways.
Sports for People and Planet
The $2.3 trillion global sports economy is experiencing robust growth, with annual revenues projected to reach $8.8 trillion by 2050. However, factors such as rising levels of physical inactivity and escalating environmental challenges could erode up to $1.6 trillion in annual revenue by mid-century. The World Economic Forum, in collaboration with Oliver Wyman, has developed this insight report to highlight the urgent social and economic imperative for coordinated public–private action to secure the sector’s long-term resilience, presenting transformative, multistakeholder pathways and innovative case studies.This approach ensures that the future of sport remains competitive and inspiring, while also being sustainable and inclusive for people and the planet alike.
Federal appeals court upholds California's Prop 50 redistricting maps
A panel of three judges in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals voted 2-1 to dismiss claims by Republicans that the maps favored Latino voters.
Hate symbols painted in Boca Raton business complex spark PBSO investigation
Palm Beach County deputies are investigating vandalism at a Boca Raton business complex where racist and antisemitic symbols were painted in the parking lot over the weekend.
Trump administration abruptly cancels grants for NH mental health providers and school districts
NAMI New Hampshire and the Concord and Manchester school districts received letters announcing the termination of grants through the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
Federal judges allow California to use new Democrat-friendly map ahead of 2026 election
A federal three-judge panel on Wednesday allowed California to use a new voter-approved US House map that is designed to boost Democrats in the 2026 midterms.
Here’s everything new in Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 [Gallery]
Android 16 QPR3 is shaping up to be a sizable release, and Beta 2 is now available for Google Pixel devices.
HHS terminates thousands of grants for substance use, mental health worth billions
The Department of Health and Human Services told grantees funding their projects was no longer aligned with agency priorities.
Naya Connect is a modular mechanical keyboard system for the indecisive
Naya Connect is a modular mechanical keyboard ecosystem with a swappable numpad, trackball, a 6DoF spatial mouse, and more.
Google rolling out Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 to Pixel
Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 is now available for Pixel devices following last month's release just before the holidays.
Google separates, raises Gemini 3 ‘Thinking’ and ‘Pro’ usage limits
Gemini 3’s Thinking and Pro models no longer have the same usage limits, with Google separating the "shared pool" while raising limits...