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Tech Titans and Touchdowns: Silicon Valley’s Super Bowl

February 8, 2026

The biggest football game of the year will soon be set against a backdrop that feels more like a boardroom than a stadium. In Santa Clara, just south of San Francisco, the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will battle at Levi’s Stadium, a venue that sits right in the heart of Silicon Valley.

politics

Super Bowl Bets Surge to $1. 7 Billion, Sparking Debate

February 8, 2026

The biggest day of football is also the hottest day for legal betting, with experts saying this year’s Super Bowl will bring in more than $1. 7 billion from wagers across the country. This huge flow of money has put lawmakers on alert about how fast the sports‑betting industry is expanding and what

science

Topographic Tactics: How Rock Shapes Seaweed Grazing

February 8, 2026

The study shows that the layout of artificial reefs strongly influences where a common sea‑urchin grazer spends its time. Researchers built several mock reef structures with different shapes and measured how the urchins moved around them. On flat, open designs, the urchins spread out widely. They v

technology

Springfield’s New Path: Housing, Schools and a Quantum Future

February 8, 2026

The city of Springfield is moving ahead with several major projects that will shape its future. First, new housing options are being added so people at all income levels can find a place to live. This effort keeps the city’s growth balanced and inclusive. Education is getting a boost too. Plans are

opinion

Healthy Food in a Modern World

February 8, 2026

The debate about what counts as “real” food often paints everyday staples like bagels and cream cheese as villains. Yet these foods are the product of a vast, reliable industrial system that has lifted millions out of malnutrition. In the early 1900s, people suffered from anemia and thyroid problems

health

Kids Who Move More Shine Bright Even When They Watch Screens

February 8, 2026

A new study looks at how kids’ screen habits and exercise affect their overall well‑being. Researchers focused on American children after the pandemic, when many families changed how they spent time at home. The data came from a large national survey that asked parents about their children’s daily

entertainment

A Quiet Spin on Fantasy TV

February 8, 2026

Fantasy shows are usually loud and dramatic, but a new series from HBO takes a softer path. The show moves away from the shocking twists that made its predecessor famous and instead offers gentle storytelling set in the same world. The main character is a simple knight who cares for his young squ

health

Super Bowl Sunday: Watch Out for Health Hazards

February 8, 2026

Fans gearing up to cheer on the Seattle Seahawks or New England Patriots should also think about their health. The excitement of a close game can raise blood pressure and stress the heart, putting people with conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, irregular rhythms or narro

sports

Olympic Athletes Skip the Super Bowl to Focus on Their Games

February 8, 2026

During a Sunday night that millions in America will watch, the winter athletes at the Milano Cortina Games are choosing a different path. The New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks head to Santa Clara, California for the NFL title, but the Olympic competitors are all set to sleep through it. The

health

Bridging the Gap: How Shared Knowledge Can Fix Health Inequities

February 8, 2026

Global health disparities are growing as worldwide crises reveal deep flaws in how we organize care, share information, and make decisions. A new idea called Global Collaborative Evidence Networks is stepping in to help. These networks gather experts from many fields, pool data, and try to guide pol