Detroit is accelerating efforts to sign up residents for the Affordable Connectivity Program, which offers discounts on internet service and devices for eligible individuals, as the Feb. 7 deadline nears.

MIT and Brigham and Women's Hospital researchers have developed a novel microscopy technique that provides unprecedented detail of brain tissue, potentially altering brain tumor diagnosis and treatment.

The NSF awarded $15 million to the Great Lakes ReNEW consortium for developing water purification technologies, with a potential $160 million over ten years.

The University of Minnesota receives part of a potential $160 million NSF grant to develop a water-focused sustainable regional innovation engine, Great Lakes ReNEW, involving over 200 experts.

The Austin Planning Commission voted to recommend amendments to the city's telework policy, amid a debate on making remote work permanent for city employees.

Biogen ends its controversial Alzheimer's drug Aduhelm due to efficacy doubts and commercial challenges, facing a $60 million cost and shifting focus to a newer treatment, Leqembi.

Draper unveiled a replica of Mars in their atrium, symbolizing their commitment to space exploration and partnership with NASA. The model precedes their museum's March reopening for public educational tours.

Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama celebrated the International School of San Antonio's accreditation for its French immersion program, which will expand to fifth grade.

Researchers discover FEM-1689, a potential non-opioid treatment for chronic pain targeting a protein linked to neuropathic pain, with promising effects observed in animal models.

Intel forecasts a weaker Q1, causing its stock to drop post-earnings despite beating Q4 expectations. CEO Gelsinger remains optimistic on future improvement.

Boston Police seek public help to identify two individuals involved in a commercial burglary in Roxbury. The department has released surveillance images and encourages tips via CrimeStoppers for anonymity.

The Minnesota Legislature allocated over $10 million to enhance the cybersecurity of the state's law enforcement database, focusing on innovative data protection methods.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals' experimental painkiller, VX-548, shows potential to relieve acute pain effectively without addiction risks, outperforming opioids in clinical trials.