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Certain non-motor signs — loss of smell, acting out dreams, chronic constipation and dizziness on standing — can appear years or even decades before a Parkinson's disease diagnosis.

After initial insurer resistance over its roughly $30,000 annual list price, the twice-yearly PrEP injection Yeztugo is now reported to be covered by more than 85% of U.S. insurers, though some payers still exclude it.

Dueber Elementary in Canton is operating as a volunteer-supported overnight overflow warming center during a prolonged below-zero cold spell, hosting about two dozen people nightly and coordinated largely by Mayor William V. Sherer II.

Eighteen states have adopted new SNAP restrictions that vary by state, and supermarkets report confusion over which packaged bakery and snack items qualify for purchase with food stamps.

The bilingual book Hogar/Home, featuring Curt Curtin's poems in English and Spanish with illustrations by Ezequiel Martinez and a Spanish translation by Norberto Stuart, is expected to publish in February; a longer Spanish collection is planned for February or March.

Three Coshocton County educators—Natalie Prince, Dawn Ward and Reece Brown—were nominated for the 2025–2026 LifeChanger of the Year Award from National Life Group, which recognizes K–12 school staff for positive influence and leadership. Winners will be chosen by a committee and announced upcoming.

Jordan Stolz and Erin Jackson say intense summer cycling and weight training build the endurance they need for the 2026 Winter Olympics, while injuries such as disc herniations have led some athletes to alter parts of their preparation.

Two themed community dances Feb. 13–14 at Voyager Elementary will benefit Howell High School’s Hope Squad.

Oral polio vaccines have helped drive wild poliovirus to near extinction but can rarely mutate into vaccine-derived strains; a newer, more stable oral vaccine reduces that risk though rare recombinant viruses have been detected.

Bird feeders can concentrate and spread infections among visiting wild birds; common illnesses named include salmonellosis, aspergillosis, avian pox, trichomonosis, and mycoplasmosis.

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists announced the Doomsday Clock has been set to 85 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been, and cited nuclear tensions, climate change, biological threats and artificial intelligence as drivers of the move.

Chrissy Teigen said she had been sober for just over one year, then resumed drinking to mark special occasions and is now working to be a non-drinker again.

A retiree told Dear Abby she has avoided showers for weeks and links the problem to depression; the columnist suggested talking with a licensed psychotherapist and mentioned low-cost options through county mental-health services or university programs.

Nvidia announced a $2 billion investment in CoreWeave to help build more than five gigawatts of AI data center capacity by 2030, and the article mentions Jim Cramer telling Investing Club members he favored adding Nvidia ahead of a possible earnings move.

Northern Ireland Electricity says all homes that lost power during Storm Chandra have been reconnected, and a yellow ice warning is in force until 10:00 GMT.

Live Nation announced the Dave Matthews Band will perform at The Pavilion at Star Lake on Friday, July 24, and tickets go on sale online Feb. 20 at 10 a.m.

Bomber Energy, founded in 2024 by Jerry Nash and Joe Haliti in Montgomery, sells health-conscious energy drinks in over 70 local stores and has donated $10,000 to Love Heals Youth; the company donates 10% of profits to local causes.

J. Cole released a four-track mixtape, Birthday Blizzard '26, just before his 41st birthday; its opening Bronx Zoo Freestyle revisits his apology to Kendrick Lamar and his decision to step back from the Drake–Lamar feud.

Kimberlie Glaser has joined Furry Friends Humane as Honorary Chair and will also serve as Honorary Chair of the Wags to Riches Gala on March 14, 2026. The organization plans to open the Ranch Relief Hub in 2026 to support pets and first responders during disasters.

Chrissy Teigen says she is 52 days sober and credited Carl Radke for supporting her decision; they discussed their experiences with alcohol on her Self-Conscious podcast.

Ground turmeric can be used to make tea, and using a strainer or tea ball helps keep fine sediment out of the cup.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued Executive Directive No. 2026-1 to prepare state agencies to explore and possibly commercialize geologic hydrogen, with multiple reports due by April 1. The order directs reviews of legal, technical, infrastructure, workforce and environmental issues tied to exploration, production, transportation and storage.

Gladys West, a mathematician whose modeling of the Earth's shape helped form the mathematical framework used by GPS, died Jan. 17 at her home in Fredericksburg, Va., at age 95.

The Rhode Island Foundation awarded $636,000 to more than 24 animal welfare programs to support low-cost veterinary care, adoption preparation and education programs.

India and the European Union announced a free trade deal that would remove or reduce tariffs on more than 90% of goods, with India agreeing to lower tariffs in agriculture and autos; U.S. reactions, including from President Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, remain uncertain and are being watched alongside U.S.-India negotiations and an upcoming Federal Reserve policy meeting.

Backline has launched B-LINE, a 24-hour mental health and crisis hotline for music industry workers, presented as part of the movement sparked by Chappell Roan's 2025 Grammy remarks. The service is supported by Spotify and several industry partners and follows Roan's earlier fund at Backline.

Studies report that people who stop GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy typically regain much of the lost weight within about 1.5 years, and improvements in blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol tend to reverse.

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists announced on Jan. 27 that the Doomsday Clock is set at 85 seconds to midnight, four seconds closer than last year and the nearest reading since 1947.

Archaeologists in Oaxaca uncovered a well-preserved 1,400-year-old Zapotec tomb that contains carved figures, a large owl at its entrance and ritual murals; teams from Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History are stabilizing and studying the site while surveys probe possible connected underground chambers.

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moved the Doomsday Clock forward four seconds to 85 seconds to midnight, the closest setting in its 80-year history. The board cited nuclear arms control, climate change, AI, biological risks and misinformation, and highlighted the February expiration of the U.S.-Russia New START treaty as a key factor.