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Sleep hygiene tips from five doctors to fall asleep faster and stop 3 a.m. wake-ups
Five doctors shared routine-based sleep hygiene tips that prioritize consistent bed and wake times, a dark quiet bedroom, scheduled evening 'worry time,' and daytime light exposure; the article emphasizes habit changes rather than quick fixes.
Fusion researchers report a breakthrough in pursuit of nearly limitless energy
MuWave, a UK spinout from United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority research, received £450,000 to develop terahertz microwaves intended to heat fusion plasmas; the work is aimed at commercializing the technology for fusion research including the UK’s STEP prototype planned for 2040.
Chinamaxxing sparks mixed reactions in China and the U.S.
A TikTok trend called "Chinamaxxing" features non-Chinese creators adopting aspects of Chinese lifestyle and aesthetics; users on Chinese platform RedNote have responded with amusement, pride, discomfort, and criticism, and experts say the trend may reflect soft power influence.
Colorado men's basketball: takeaways from win over Kansas State
Colorado defeated Kansas State 79-70 at the CU Events Center, improving to 16-12 overall and 13-4 at home. Five Buffaloes scored in double figures and freshman Ian Inman set a career high with 17 points.
Soccer player uses CPR to revive seagull struck by ball
During an Istanbul amateur final, a cleared ball struck a seagull and the visiting team's captain performed CPR to revive the bird before handing it to medical staff.
Nancy Guthrie: Authorities prepare to return her home to family
Law enforcement in Arizona are preparing to turn Nancy Guthrie’s home back over to her family, and officials say the investigation into her disappearance remains active.
Teddi Mellencamp Celebrates Daughter Dove's 6th Birthday amid Cancer Journey
Teddi Mellencamp posted on Instagram to mark her daughter Dove's 6th birthday and called her a "miracle baby," referencing Dove's early neurosurgery and Mellencamp's own ongoing cancer treatment.
Poudre girls basketball wins first playoff game since 2017
Poudre defeated Doherty 44-30 on Feb. 25 for the program’s first home playoff victory since the 2016–17 season, and the Impalas advance to face Highlands Ranch in the 6A second round.
Carson Benge gives Mets fans another reason to like his game
Top prospect Carson Benge went 3-for-3 in a spring exhibition game, with each single coming after two-strike counts, and Mets coaches praise his bat-to-ball approach and steady makeup as assets for a potential promotion.
James Webb Telescope identifies former star that exploded into a supernova
A Northwestern University-led team used NASA's James Webb Telescope and archival Hubble images to locate the red supergiant that produced a supernova whose light reached Earth on June 29, 2025. The star appears unusually dusty, and NASA says the finding could help explain missing red supergiants.
Total sleep time isn't the key; watch deep and REM sleep
The article reports that sleep scores and how rested you feel depend more on time spent in deep and REM sleep than on total hours. Experts cited give typical stage targets (about 1.5–2 hours of deep sleep and roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes of REM) and note habits linked to better stage stability.
Denver says new Axon surveillance system adds privacy safeguards
Denver plans to replace Flock Safety cameras with Axon automated license plate readers and says the new agreement restricts access to city officers, sets a 21-day retention period, and bars use for civil immigration and abortion-related investigations.
Boston College guard Donald Hand Jr. reaches 1,000 career points.
Donald Hand Jr. scored his 1,000th career point during Boston College's 68-67 last-second win over Wake Forest after returning from a brief absence; he played nine minutes and finished with five points, one rebound and one assist.
Ex-Air Force pilot arrested for alleged training of Chinese military pilots
Federal prosecutors say Gerald Eddie Brown Jr. was arrested in Indiana and charged with providing defense services to Chinese military pilots without State Department authorization.
Sacramento's Black-owned Universoul Cafe expands food recovery and workforce training
Founded in 2019, Sacramento's Black-owned Universoul Cafe recovers surplus food and trains young people in culinary skills; last year it delivered 17,000 meals and recently received a $500,000 grant.
Nvidia's forecast points to faster growth as Vera Rubin enters market
Nvidia forecast about 77% year-over-year revenue growth to roughly $78 billion this quarter, and the company says it is ramping production of its new Vera Rubin rack-scale AI system.
AI song generator startups Suno and Udio seek closer ties with the music industry
Suno and Udio say they want closer relationships and licensing talks with labels and artists after earlier disputes over copyright; many musicians remain skeptical and have mounted campaigns calling for transparency and payment.
Toyota models that last a long time and some that may not last as long
The article lists six Toyota models frequently cited as especially long-lived — Tacoma, Land Cruiser, 4Runner, Camry, Corolla and Sequoia — and six models with more reported issues including Avalon, certain RAV4 years, Sienna, Venza, FJ Cruiser and early Prius models.
Total lunar eclipse next week will be visible in some regions and limited in others
On March 3 a total lunar eclipse will occur; totality begins about 6:04 a.m. ET and will be fully visible across the Pacific, eastern Asia, Australia and New Zealand, while eastern North America may see only part of the event as dawn approaches.
Steamboat Kids & Phones hosts Sunday discussion about Behind Their Screens
Steamboat Kids & Phones will host a community discussion about the 2022 book Behind Their Screens from 9-10 a.m. Sunday at Dusky Grouse Coffee in Steamboat Springs.
Sarah Palin shares photos of Ron Duguay during his cancer treatment
Images and video shared by Ron Duguay’s daughter show Sarah Palin at his bedside while the former New York Rangers forward undergoes treatment for Stage 4 colon cancer; his family launched a GoFundMe that has surpassed $50,000.
80-acre Mulligan Pines preserve with historic Finnish cabin permanently protected in U.P.
The Upper Peninsula Land Conservancy has permanently protected 80 acres of wetlands and old-growth forest along Mulligan Creek by combining the Saari family's 40-acre donation with an adjacent 40-acre parcel; the site includes a restored Finnish dovetail log cabin planned for use by North Country Trail hikers.
Olive oil type may affect brainpower during aging
A Spanish study reported that extra virgin olive oil — compared with refined olive oil — was associated with improved cognitive function and greater gut microbiome diversity in adults aged 55–75 with metabolic syndrome. The study was observational, involved more than 600 people over two years, and does not prove causation.
South Florida reacts to U.S. approval of Venezuelan oil sales to Cuban private businesses
Residents in South Florida expressed mixed reactions after the U.S. announced it will allow Venezuelan oil to be sold to Cuba's private businesses; Treasury and Commerce guidance bars sales to Cuba's government or military but officials have not clarified the full scope.
CrossRoads Inc. marks 20 years with Bootlegger's Ball
CrossRoads Inc., a local nonprofit that provides emergency overnight shelter for women and children and hunger relief, is marking its 20th anniversary with a Bootlegger's Ball at Green River Distillery on Saturday, March 7, beginning at 6 p.m.
Trump Accounts will launch July 5 as a new child savings program.
The federal government will deposit $1,000 into Trump Accounts for babies born from Jan. 1, 2025, to Dec. 31, 2028, and the program is scheduled to begin on July 5, 2026.
Gyppo Ale Mill hosts Saltwater & Citrus community dinner celebrating winter abundance
Gyppo Ale Mill in Shelter Cove will hold a five-course Saltwater & Citrus community dinner on Feb. 27 featuring locally sourced Lost Coast seafood and Meyer lemons; tickets are $99 with a $35 deposit and advance reservations are required.
Casey Means may become Surgeon General amid questions about her best-seller
Casey Means, a former physician and author of the book Good Energy, faced a Senate confirmation hearing where lawmakers questioned ideas from her best‑seller; the book discusses mitochondrial health, a four‑week plan for cellular energy and recommends psilocybin‑assisted therapy.
Wild to reintegrate U.S. Olympians into lineup and approach trade deadline
The Minnesota Wild say gold-medalists Matt Boldy, Brock Faber and Quinn Hughes will rejoin the lineup after returning from the Olympics, with the coaching staff managing their recovery while keeping them active. General manager Bill Guerin is also eyeing additions ahead of the March 6 trade deadline, preferably a center.
Carpinteria-Summerland's new fire chief was sworn in.
Dan Stefano, a firefighter with more than 30 years of experience, was sworn in this week as fire chief of the Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District at a ceremony attended by family, local officials and emergency personnel.
