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Experts cited research linking high-sugar diets to increased dementia risk and noted that sugary snacks eaten in the afternoon can cause larger blood sugar spikes and may disturb sleep.

Windows Central editor Jez Corden reported that Ninja Theory is working on a more interactive third Hellblade title and that Project Mara, an experimental concept announced in 2020, is not currently being worked on.

Stanford researchers trained an AI called SleepFM on nearly 600,000 hours of polysomnography from over 60,000 participants and reported it could predict risk for more than 100 health conditions, including dementia, cancer and stroke; the team says the tool is experimental and not yet validated for clinical use.

The article reports that open earbuds sit on the ear cartilage instead of sealing the ear canal, and it cites ENThealth.org saying typical in-ear earbuds can be up to 9 decibels louder than over-ear headphones and may carry more bacteria into the ear.

Experts say keeping about five years of income in safer assets and closely tracking spending can reduce the risk of exhausting retirement savings.

Nearly 15,000 nurses began a citywide strike at five privately run hospitals after contract talks stalled; the New York State Nurses Association says its main demands include pay raises, full health benefits, safe staffing levels and protections from workplace violence.

Two puppies, Suzy and Vernon, from Chicago rescue One Tail At a Time will take part in Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl on Super Bowl Sunday. A watch party and fundraiser for the rescue is scheduled Feb. 8 at Babe's Sports bar in Logan Square.

Kent Syverud, a Michigan Law graduate and former Syracuse president, will take office by July 1 while the law firm Jenner & Block completes a review of the university's athletic department.

A How-To Geek article by Dibakar Ghosh highlights three Cinnamon-only Linux Mint features — custom right-click Actions, gesture-to-command mapping, and GNOME/GTK theme support — that the author found useful.

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced he will not run for governor and said he will remain in his current role to continue legal actions challenging the Trump administration. He has sued the administration more than 50 times and said recent federal actions influenced his decision.

Officials report a worse-than-usual flu season linked to an H3N2 subgroup called subclade K, and about 44 percent of U.S. adults have received the flu vaccine so far.

Many organizations use free learning management systems to deliver accessible, cost‑effective training that often includes interactive content, progress tracking, collaboration, and customization.

Some bamboo species reach maturity in three to five years, making the plant more rapidly renewable than many hardwoods, but overall sustainability depends on processing, adhesives and transport emissions.

The U.S. government will invest $1 billion in a spun-off L3Harris rocket motor business via a convertible security that will convert to common equity when the unit goes public later in 2026.

The Buffalo Sabres lost 4-3 at home to the Florida Panthers after being outcompeted in net-front and defensive play; Zach Benson was moved to the top line and scored his fifth goal of the season.

Andrew Marchand said on his podcast that Travis Kelce would be a top candidate for broadcast booth roles and is expected to command a high salary; Kelce hosts the New Heights podcast and has appeared on television and in film, and he has not announced retirement.

Oprah Winfrey's new book Enough, coauthored with Dr. Ania M. Jastreboff, says she played a part in diet-culture shame and describes using GLP-1 medications to manage weight.

The Justice Department opened a criminal inquiry into Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s comments about building renovations, and former Fed chairs and some Republican lawmakers publicly defended Powell and central bank independence.

Jalen Hurts said the team needs a 'home base' to restore offensive identity after the Eagles' 23-19 wild-card loss to the San Francisco 49ers. The club's offensive coordinator situation is unresolved as the offseason begins.

Toronto defeated the Colorado Avalanche 4-3 in overtime in Denver, ending Colorado's long home unbeaten run and extending the Leafs' points streak to 10 games.

On Oct. 26 a group of Buddhist monks began a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace from Texas to Washington, D.C., accompanied by an Indian Pariah dog named Aloka; the article notes that local shelters see similar stories and provide care and rehoming services for animals with difficult pasts.

Fire departments across Southold Town logged record call volumes in 2025, with Cutchogue reporting 567 calls, Mattituck 735 and Greenport 1,221.

The article argues Jerome Powell should remain on the Federal Reserve Board as a governor after his chair term ends in May to help protect Fed independence amid Justice Department scrutiny and presidential pressure.

Portugal became the 60th signatory to the Artemis Accords, which set principles for peaceful, transparent civil exploration of the Moon, Mars and other celestial bodies.

Publisher Nexon says Arc Raiders sold 12.4 million copies in 10 weeks and developer Embark Studios is sending a limited-time Gilded Pickaxe to players' in-game inboxes on January 13.

President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on goods from countries he says have commercial ties to Iran, calling the order effective immediately; the White House provided no further details. The move was announced as anti-government protests in Iran continued into a third week.

A Justice Department probe involving the Federal Reserve was disclosed by Chair Jerome Powell, who said he faced a threat of indictment; markets reacted modestly and observers raised concerns about the Fed's independence.

Florida lawmakers from the Big Bend are requesting $438,685,000 in the state budget, including more than $190 million for school and university projects and over $63 million for water and wastewater work.

Fifteen restaurants in Okaloosa County had no violations during state health inspections for the week of Jan. 5–11, 2026. Several other establishments required follow-up inspections, with some reports listing high-priority violations.

Greene County approved a nearly $262 million 2026 budget that includes a 3% cost-of-living adjustment and a 1.5% mid-year merit step for eligible employees. The plan counts on $223.9 million in revenues plus $36.7 million in fund balances and includes the final $10.8 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds.