The 2026 Oscars felt like a marathon, but it ended with a clear winner. Even after the Academy’s shift toward more diverse members, old patterns still mattered. A film called “One Battle” took Best Picture, just as it had won at the Golden Globes, BAFTAs, and critics’ circles. Its rival, “S
The first liquid‑fuel rocket, named “Nell, ” lifted only 41 feet on its debut a century ago. Though modest, it sparked the era of spaceflight that would see humans walk on the Moon decades later. Celebrating this milestone, several staff members share their most memorable launch experiences. One
The heavy snowfall that swept across Minnesota this weekend has finally stopped, leaving behind a mix of impressive and modest winter layers. In the southeastern part of the state, residents reported the heaviest drifts, with many areas receiving close to a foot of new snow. Wabasha was the ha
An 87‑year‑old woman was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Her family moved across the country to care for her during treatment and recovery, hoping she would regain independence. After about six months of remission, the cancer returned. Doctors explained that her age and overall health make fu
Peloton has stepped out of the home‑studio corner and into busy gym floors with its latest line of bikes and treadmills. The company says the new gear is built to stand up to heavy use, thanks to a partnership with Precor that began when Peloton bought the brand in 2021. The move follows years of
A new short test called the PS‑4 helps researchers see how parents raise their kids. The researchers started with a long list of questions about parenting and then trimmed it down to only four items. They tested this short version with two big groups of families: one that represents all of Ger
Infleqtion’s latest progress at the National Quantum Computing Centre has sparked a fresh interest in its stock. The company announced that it now operates the largest neutral‑atom platform housed in a national lab, a milestone that could accelerate research in materials and energy technologies. Th
The state is drafting two laws that would change how credit and debit cards work. The bills say the fee paid to card issuers should not cover taxes on purchases and that businesses would lose the ability to accept cards without negotiating new deals with banks. The result is a mess for shoppers and
Harry Styles returned to Saturday Night Live as host and musical guest, this time taking on the role of a goofy doctor in a spoof trailer for the medical drama “The Pitt. ” In the clip, Styles’ character refuses regular medicine and instead pushes a diet of steak and raw eggs. He tells a woman wh
Liverpool lost a chance to climb the table when they finished 1‑1 with Tottenham, a team that was struggling on the day. A stoppage‑time goal by Richarlison erased Dominik Szoboszlai’s early free‑kick advantage and left the crowd at Anfield with mixed feelings. The reaction was clear: boos, empty se
