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Autism: myth-busting and what scientists still don't know : Short Wave
Autism has a long history of misinformation that continues to today. The Trump administration has perpetuated some of this misinformation in the last year. Among other things, officials have claimed certain groups of people don’t get the condition and that taking Tylenol while pregnant causes autism to later develop in children. Today, NPR Science Correspondent Jon Hamilton sets the record straight with host Emily Kwong on what scientists do and don’t know about autism. If you liked this episode, check out our episodes on an Autism researcher’s take on Trump’s claims about Tylenol and a Fragile X treatment that may be on the horizon.Interested in more science in the news? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Damian Herring.
Patriots Veteran Made Predictable Choice At Super Bowl Opening Night
New England Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins didn’t wear shoes to Super Bowl Opening Night on Monday. Surprised? No, of course you aren’t! Hollins, who says that he only wears shoes when necessary and likes being barefoot because it strengthens his feet, ankles, and knees, once again let those things breathe during his media availability […]
Business Image Lift and Francis Santa Reach 10-Year Milestone in Digital Reputation Protection.
Boca Raton, Florida--(Newsfile Corp. - February 3, 2026) - Business Image Lift, a leading online reputation management firm, is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. Founded in 2016 by Francis Santa, the company has spent the past decade helping businesses and individuals reclaim control over their digital footprint and restore confidence in their online identity.Francis SantaTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please...
The Vogue Business Fall/Winter 2026 Menswear Size Inclusivity Report
Following last season’s sharp decline, FW26 confirmed that the rollback in size inclusivity is not a blip, but an accelerating trend.
MAHA has reshaped health policy. Now it's working on environmental rules
WASHINGTON (AP) — On New Year's Eve, Lee Zeldin did something out of character for an Environmental Protection Agency leader who has been hacking away at regulations intended to protect Americans' air and water.
Football, politics, and protest: This year’s Super Bowl comes at a tinderbox moment in the US
The NFL faces pressure to take a stance against the Trump administration's immigration policies ahead of the Super Bowl.
Football, politics and protest: This year's Super Bowl comes at a tinderbox moment in the US
The NFL faces pressure to take a stance against the Trump administration’s immigration policies ahead of the Super Bowl
Football, politics and protest: This year's Super Bowl comes at a tinderbox moment in the US
The NFL faces pressure to take a stance against the Trump administration's immigration policies ahead of the Super Bowl
Football, politics and protest: This year's Super Bowl comes at a tinderbox moment in the US
Cracking Antarctic Sea Ice
Icebreakers play a critical role in delivering supplies to America's largest research base in Antarctica.
Analysis: When Trump makes election threats, it’s best to believe him
When President Donald Trump looks like he’s gearing up to meddle in an election, still-raw history suggests he should be believed.
Licensed clinical mental health counselor says trauma follows children for years
A father and stepmother are facing several felony charges after they reportedly locked two children in rooms, and physically abused and humiliated them as punis
Islanders Dealt Second Straight Loss; Fall 4-1 To Capitals
The Capitals rally with three unanswered goals, erasing an early Islanders lead. Missed opportunities haunt New York in their second consecutive defeat.
More than 10,000 Ph.D. science experts left U.S. government jobs last year
UCLA faces Rutgers after disappointing home loss
After a heartbreaking loss in the middle of what was thought to be a momentum-building stretch, UCLA will try to pick up the pieces Tuesday in Los Angeles with a Big Ten Conference visit from Rutgers.
Hornets' Pat Connaughton finishes last in team fantasy football league, dyes hair blonde
The 33-year-old sported blonde hair on the Hornets bench during their 102-95 Monday win against the New Orleans Pelicans.
California Academy of Sciences team finds ocean warming reaching deeper than expected
Researchers also uncovered evidence of corral damage at lower depths during a survey in the Indian Ocean. The data is helping to drive an initiative at the Academy known as Hope for Reefs - with the goal of reversing the damage in oceans around the world.
PGA Innovation Showcase Immerses Audiences In Entertainment’s Future
The Producers Guild showcased five immersive experiences vying for this year's Innovation Award, led by Sphere's immersive Wizard of Oz, showing where entertainment is headed.
Concord business grateful for customers after snow storm
Nearby businesses remain closed and parking lots still empty. It’s an area usually full of people, but right now it stays quiet.
Republican incumbents maintain fundraising leads in Alaska’s congressional races
U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan and U.S. Rep. Nick Begich had millions of dollars each in their campaign accounts heading into the election year.
DNI Gabbard put Trump on the phone with FBI agents who searched Fulton County elections office, sources say
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard put President Donald Trump on the phone with some of the FBI agents who had conducted a controversial search of an elections office in Fulton County, Georgia, last week, two sources familiar with the call told CNN.
High school sports bills would allow middle schoolers to compete; regulate name, image and likeness
On Monday, members of the public shared their thoughts on two bills that would change high school sports rules in Nebraska. The Unicameral’s Education Committee heard testimony on LB742, which would allow seventh and eighth grade students to compete on high school sports teams.
Lakers wrap up eight-game trek against woeful Nets
The Los Angeles Lakers marked the one-year anniversary of acquiring Luka Doncic by fading in the fourth quarter on Sunday.
Scientists just mapped the hidden structure holding the Universe together
Astronomers have produced the most detailed map yet of dark matter, revealing the invisible framework that shaped the Universe long before stars and galaxies formed. Using powerful new observations from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the research shows how dark matter gathered ordinary matter into dense regions, setting the stage for galaxies like the Milky Way and eventually planets like Earth.
Maryland Companies Celebrate Global Collaborations, Industry Honors and Local Partnerships
The Maryland Marketing Partnership, which helps drive Maryland's branding and marketing efforts to attract businesses, create jobs, and grow the state's economy, today shared a summary of the latest news from companies and organizations that invest in the partnership. "Maryland's marketing partners are starting the year with major investments in our state's workforce and economy," said Harry Coker Jr., Secretary for the Maryland Department of Commerce. "From clean energy to biopharma to higher education to commercial real estate, these investments are helping us build a stronger and more competitive Maryland economy." BGE , Maryland's largest natural gas and electric utility, along with the Exelon Foundation , announced a $250,000 grant for Civic Works' Baltimore Shines solar initiative to support solar installations for 30 homes in Baltimore. According to Civic Works, homeowners will receive free rooftop solar installations, adding clean energy to the grid and generating more than
New catalyst turns carbon dioxide into clean fuel source
Researchers have found that manganese, an abundant and inexpensive metal, can be used to efficiently convert carbon dioxide into formate, a potential hydrogen source for fuel cells. The key was a clever redesign that made the catalyst last far longer than similar low-cost materials. Surprisingly, the improved manganese catalyst even beat many expensive precious-metal options. The discovery could help turn greenhouse gas into clean energy ingredients.
A record breaking gravitational wave is helping test Einstein’s theory of general relativity
A newly detected gravitational wave, GW250114, is giving scientists their clearest look yet at a black hole collision—and a powerful way to test Einstein’s theory of gravity. Its clarity allowed scientists to measure multiple “tones” from the collision, all matching Einstein’s predictions. That confirmation is exciting—but so is the possibility that future signals won’t behave so neatly. Any deviation could point to new physics beyond our current understanding of gravity.
Nancy Meyers' first movie in more than 10 years is finally happening
Here's when Nancy Meyers fans can expect a new movie, her first in 10 years, from the director of romantic comedies such as 'Something's Gotta Give.'
Democrats' diverging shutdown approaches: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the 2020 election looms over a key race this year in Georgia.
Musk joins his rocket and AI businesses into a single company before an expected IPO this year
NEW YORK (AP) — Elon Musk is joining his space exploration and artificial intelligence ventures into a single company before a massive planned initial public offering for the business later this year.
Musk joins his rocket and AI businesses into a single company before an expected IPO this year
Elon Musk is joining his space exploration and artificial intelligence ventures into a single company before a massive planned initial public offering for the business later this year.
Driver license offices to return to normal business hours
ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. (WNCT) — Due to the exhaustion of federal funding, the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles said they will end the extended early-morning hours at 90 driver license offices. Officials said these offices have opened at 7am instead of the standard 8am to provide additional customer service time, but can no longer […]
Scientists release a map of the clearest picture yet of what dark matter looks like
Dark matter makes up most of the universe, yet we have very little understanding of it. Scientists recently released a map that gives the clearest picture yet of what dark matter looks like.
Children at gymnastics meet witness double shooting during violent robbery at nearby business
A violent robbery witnessed by multiple children in Jacksonville’s Lakeshore neighborhood sent two men to the hospital and forced nearby businesses — including a kids’ gymnastics meet — to shut down in the middle of the day.
The U.S. Has Exited the World Health Organization. Here's What That Means for the Country
The U.S. departure from the World Health Organization became official in late January 2026, according to the Trump administration – a year after President Donald Trump signed an executive order on inauguration day of his second term declaring that he was doing so. He first stated his intention to ...
Climate enters the overshoot era—science and policy need to react
The International Court of Justice reiterated in 2025 that the 1.5°C limit is the countries' primary agreed target under the Paris Agreement. With record-high global temperatures in recent years, the ...
12 Useful Mini Tools That Every Homeowner Should Have Around The Home
Some solid mini tools for homeowners include the Husky Stubby Ratchet and Socket Set, the Leatherman Bond multitool, and the Kobalt Portable Mini Toolbox.
Opinion | How a Conservative Texas District Rejected the Politics of Division
Many Americans are growing both exhausted and frightened by Trump’s scorched-earth, hyperpartisan, fire-ready-aim approach to the presidency.
The next Xbox is a Windows PC — ... pros AND cons?
I've been using Windows almost daily for 30 years. I know my way around its weirdness ... But is that what the average Xbox gamer wants to have to deal with?
Here are all the businesses in this year’s Chicago Black Restaurant Week
There are nearly 40 restaurants participating in this year’s Chicago Black Restaurant Week, from fast casual and BBQ joints to steakhouses and fine dining establishments.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker spends $5 million to boost his pick for Senate in his state
As early voting starts in the Democratic primary, the billionaire governor is spending big to help his lieutenant governor, Juliana Stratton, overcome a massive fundraising deficit.
Google’s new ‘Desktop Camera’ app gives us a new peek at Android on the desktop
While we all continue to speculate on the long-term convergence of ChromeOS and Android, a new piece of the puzzle has quietly appeared on the Play Store. Thanks to a cool find by 9to5 Google, we...
Palantir Q4 earnings beat Wall Street estimates on strong sales to US businesses
Palantir reported earnings after the bell Monday.
Media & Entertainment Group Of The Year: Gibson Dunn
Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP successfully defended OpenAI in the first defamation case against a chatbot, is representing Warner Bros. Television in a battle over the medical drama "The Pitt" and secured an appellate victory for Bob Dylan in a high-profile case, earning the firm a spot among the 2025 Law360 Media & Entertainment Groups of the Year.
The C-Suite Rewrites the Org Chart: How Health Systems Are Elevating Technology Leadership
Artificial intelligence, automation and advanced analytics are moving beyond pilot projects into core clinical and operational workflows, demanding clearer ownership and tighter alignment with organizational strategy.
Berna Sozen Wins Vilcek Prize for Creative Promise in Biomedical Science
Berna Sozen, PhD, was awarded the prize in recognition of her research, which has enhanced understanding of embryonic development.
Rep. James Talarico mixes faith, family story and Senate pitch in national TV appearance
The Democratic lawmaker defended his record and argued he can flip Texas Senate seat by building a broad coalition.
Expedition 74 Kicks Off Week with Dragon Preps and Science Gear Work
The Expedition 74 crew kicked off the week with SpaceX Dragon spacecraft preparations and science hardware maintenance ensuring research continues providing pristine results aboard the International Space Station.
Western North Carolina plants new STEM educator research community
Society for Science is expanding access to STEM education in Western North Carolina through a new initiative. Sponsored by Appalachian…
Republicans can’t stop doing the one thing they should fear most
The Supreme Court is the GOP’s most durable power center. It makes no sense for them to endanger that source of power.
Meet some of the winners of this year’s South Portland business awards
Winners include local restaurants, a farm and a coffee shop.
Sunspot launches 27 solar flares in 24 hours, including strongest outburst in years
The sunspot region 4366 fired off dozens of powerful solar flares in 24 hours, including the single strongest flare since 2024. Auroras are possible later this week.
Scott Drake named CEO of Chuck E. Cheese owner CEC Entertainment
David McKillips, who had led the company for six years, is stepping down. Drake had been the company’s chief financial officer.
Miami Dolphins retain defensive assistants Joe Barry, Austin Clark
The Miami Dolphins' coaching staff is nearly finalized with the retention of defensive assistants Austin Clark and Joe Barry.
Eddie Bauer stores at risk of closure as operator nears bankruptcy
The Eddie Bauer brand, best known for its durable outdoor apparel, is 106 years old. It was founded in Seattle in 1920 by outdoorsman Eddie Bauer.
Make 2026 the year veterans have more control of their health care
The Veterans’ ACCESS Act would build off the success of the VA MISSION Act, add transparency, put more control in veterans’ hands, and provide accountability for VA staff to ensure vete…
2-month-olds see the world in a more complex way than scientists thought, study suggests
The findings may help doctors and researchers better understand cognitive development in infancy.
Legacy Lawns Begins With a Question: What Happens to a Great Business When the Founder Is Ready to Step Back?
National Lawn Care Platform Launches to Preserve Legacy Businesses Through People-First PartnershipsGAINESVILLE, Ga., Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For most lawn care owners, the business isn’t just a company. It’s years of early mornings, customer relationships built one yard at a time, employees who became family, and a reputation earned slowly through consistency and care. But when it’s time to retire, step back, or simply breathe again, the question becomes painfully simple: Who will pro
State Health Secretary: Measles outbreak serves as reminder about how contagious virus is
Washington state is seeing its first measles outbreak in years.And state health leaders say it's an important reminder about just how contagious the virus can
Milwaukee County HR director fired following lapse in health insurance contract
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley announced an "employee" who let the county's health insurance contract with UnitedHealthcare lapse last year has been fired.
2026 potential NFL free agents: Ranking the top 50 players who could hit the market
An early look at the 2026 projected free agency field before franchise tag and extension decisions are made
As Democrats Press Trump on ICE, Gallego and Pritzker Preview 2028 Pitches
Speaking at a party gathering in Nevada, the two politicians urged opposition to President Trump’s deportation agenda, while appearing to lay the groundwork for potential presidential runs.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi Celebrates 100th Case Using Ion Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi today announced its 100th case using Ion robotic-assisted bronchoscopy to identify early-stage lung cancer. This technology
'Rent' and 'Star Trek' Star to Speak in Utica
A Broadway and screen star will appear for a special event in Utica.
Sony’s flagship WF-1000XM6 earbuds appear in leaked listing
Sony broke ground with the WF-1000XM4 earbuds when they launched just under six years ago. Two generations later, and Sony...
Lou Holtz's son speaks out on Notre Dame coaching legend's health...
News emerged late last week the 89-year-old coach legend had entered hospice care.
The SNL mom having second thoughts about Trump is very real. But how real?
“Saturday Night Live” this weekend featured one of its best political sketches in years. It’s about a mother who dramatically reveals to her children that she’s having sudden reservations about President Donald Trump.
Father of 5-year-old detained in Minnesota disputes claims he abandoned the boy
Adrian Conejo Arias disputed statements from the Department of Homeland Security, which alleged that Arias had left his child in a vehicle.
CARBON HEALTH IMPLEMENTS FINANCIAL RESTRUCTURING
Carbon Health Technologies, Inc., (Carbon Health) a technology-enabled healthcare provider, announced today that it has reached an agreement with its existing lenders on the terms of a comprehensive restructuring that establishes a clear path to recapitalization and new ownership.
Why Mass. is about to face a health care staffing crisis. And how that will affect your family
Haitian immigrants make up nearly 40% of home health aides in the Bay State, and a Tuesday deadline is ending their protected status.
UIL Realignment 2026: Here are the biggest moves for Texas high school sports
Monday was Realignment Day for high school sports in Texas as the University Interscholastic League released its list of division compositions that will govern matchups for the next two years.
Two GCPS Students named Regeneron Science Scholars
Two Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) students have been named 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholars.
A telling UnitedHealth chart, and the Medicare Advantage earthquake
This is the online version of STAT's Health Care Inc. newsletter
How Team USA has evolved mental health services for Olympians
U.S. Olympic and Paralympic athletes will benefit from a robust mental health program despite scrutiny it faced in past years, according to the USOPC.
Veteran political consultant Thomas Mills on the state of North Carolina politics
A special two-part conversation about the state of North Carolina politics and the upcoming election year with veteran political consultant and columnist Thomas Mills
The Green River flows ‘uphill.’ Geologists think they finally know why.
The Colorado River tributary in northeastern Utah has baffled geologists for 150 years.
Leaks Just Spoiled Sony's New WF-1000XM6 Wireless Earbuds
Spoiler alert: they look pretty nice.
Legion Y700: Lenovo officially confirms next-gen compact Android gaming tablet
Lenovo has officially confirmed the next-generation Legion Y700, with promotional images showing the tablet's rear design in two color options and an RGB ring light. A leak has separately revealed the device's key specifications and launch month.
2-month-olds see the world in a more complex way than scientists thought, study suggests
A new study suggests that babies are able to distinguish between the different objects they see around them at 2 months old, which earlier than scientists previously thought.
2027 Ferrari 849 Testarossa First Drive Review: Don’t Fear the Future
The new Ferrari Testarossa is an engineering marvel and proof that complex technology can still create an incredible driver's car.
Indirect Cost Caps: A Hidden Threat to American Science
Reductions in federal reimbursement rates for institutional research facilities and administration costs could bankrupt America’s research universities.
Ring brings its 'Search Party' feature for finding lost dogs to non-Ring camera owners
Ring's Search Party feature for finding lost dogs is now available across the U.S. — even if you don't own a Ring camera.
This global health leader praises Trump's aid plan -- and gears up to beat malaria
Bill Steiger, who served in the George H.W. Bush and first Trump administrations, reflects on the past year's changes in the U.S. role — and his new job as head of Malaria No More.
Newsmakers of the Year
Newsmakers are shaping how neighborhoods evolve, how firms navigate politics and how companies adapt to emerging technologies and economic uncertainty.
Improve Heart Health With Start TODAY's February Challenge
February is American Heart Month so TODAY fitness contributor Stephanie Mansour stops by Studio 1A with what you should know about your heart health and shares a 28-day exercise move with heart challenge for the month of February.
At a ‘Melania’ screening, cheers for Trump, snickers at Obama — and a reminder of our nation’s political divide
Having read a biography of her and learned almost nothing from it, I was looking forward to gaining insights about our First Lady. But nothing in the documentary has a true “behind the scenes” feel.
County staff seek clarity on how often sports leagues use the fields they reserve
Arlington County parks officials plan to renew efforts to determine how often sports leagues actually end up using the fields that they reserve in advance. The initiative has been ongoing for nearly two years but remains "a work in progress," said Ignacio Rodriguez, manager of sports leagues and athletic-field management for the Department of Parks
NASA’s IMAP Begins Primary Science Mission
NASA’s IMAP (Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe) began its two-year primary science mission on Feb. 1 to explore and map the boundaries of our
Here’s What to Know About the Partial Government Shutdown
A bipartisan spending deal couldn’t clear Congress in time to prevent a lapse in federal funding for some departments. The House must pass it to fully reopen the government.
Bowdoin Hosts Girls & Women in Sports Day on Sunday, February 1
BRUNSWICK, Maine - Continuing a beloved annual tradition, Bowdoin women's teams welcomed more than 150 local girls to Farley Field House on Sunday, February 1, for Girls and Women in Sports Day, featuring 17 hands-on sports stations. Thanks to all of the participants and athletes.
Blend Named a Leader in AIM Research's PeMa Quadrant: Top Data Science Service Providers 2025
/PRNewswire/ -- Blend, a leading provider of AI-powered data science and analytics services, has been named a Leader in AIM Research's PeMa Quadrant: Top Data...
PLAC Announces Entertainment Line Up
(Okoboji)– The Pearson Lakes Art Center has released their 2026 season lineup. Bob Kirschbaum, Executive Director of the Pearson Lakes Art Center, says they are looking forward to the upcoming season… “We are really excited again about a fabulous summer coming up. Last summer we sold out every show and can’t believe we won’t do […]
The Colorado River's largest tributary flows 'uphill' for over 100 miles — and geologists may finally have an explanation for it
Millions of years ago, the Green River carved a path through the Uinta Mountains instead of flowing around the formation. Now, researchers have discovered how this could have happened.
Tear gas and pepper spray can have lasting health effects
The chemicals are widely used for crowd control, but their long-term health risks are poorly understood.
Now anyone can tap Ring doorbells to search for lost dogs
Ring says Search Party helps find more than one missing pet a day.
National Survey Finds Heart Conditions Top Cost Driver for Employers and Health Plans, But Action to Contain Costs Lags
MENLO PARK, Calif., February 02, 2026--A new survey of healthcare benefit leaders shows heart conditions are a major concern, but prevention and cost containment efforts are falling behind.
Vermont man turns hobby into accordion repair business
A 74-year-old Vermont man has found his passion not just in playing the accordion, but in fixing them. Nathan Longo is one of a handful of people who work on accordions in New England.