2026-27 Mid-Major Hoops Schedule by Week in West The 2026-27 men's basketball schedule by week for the 33 Mid-Major teams from the West in the Big Sky, WCC and Big West. SuperWest Sports · Oct 23
2026-27 College Hoops Schedule by Week in West 2026-27 College Basketball Schedule by Week for teams in the West. SuperWest Sports · Oct 22
'Doomsday Glacier' Could Contribute Twice as Much to Sea-Level Rise by 2100, Scientists Warn A new study estimates Thwaites Glacier could contribute up to 30 millimetres to global sea-level rise by 2100, highlighting the importance of seawater movement beneath the ice. International Business Times UK · Oct 15
Seven Surfers Grew Matching Fatty Lumps Right Where Their Boards Press Into Their Chests Liposurfomas are benign fatty lumps found on both sides of the lower chest in seven surfers. Doctors suspect years of paddling on their boards. Medical Daily · Oct 15
Each Nostril Holds About 120 Hairs, and That Odd Cadaver Count Matters for People Losing Their Nose Hair UC Irvine scientists counted nose hairs in 20 cadavers and found about 120 per nostril, a baseline that matters for people with alopecia areata. Medical Daily · Oct 14
In 2000, UC Irvine led a 2-season study of rice paddies, finding crops emit ozone-depleting gases. Years later, the research still shows rice farming contributes 5% of atmospheric methyl iodide globally today Rice paddies are known for methane emissions. But UC Irvine researchers found another atmospheric connection worth watching. Flooded rice fields also release methyl halide gases linked to ozone chemistry. The study found rice farming contributes about 1% of atmospheric methyl bromide and 5% of methyl iodide. The amounts are small… The Economic Times · Aug 26
Greenland Sharks Can Live 400 Years, and Their Retinas Showed No Obvious Signs of Aging Damage Eyes from Greenland sharks more than a century old showed no obvious retinal degeneration, an animal finding that does not yet apply to human vision. Medical Daily · Aug 25
A USB plug for humans? Electricity outlet test delivers microwatts of power, but transfers data at 16Mbps UC Irvine developed an implantable bioelectric outlet allowing needle-based charging and 16 Mbps data transfers without permanently exposing electrical connections. TechRadar · Jul 25
Baseball Players from West Taken in the 2026 MLB Draft A complete list of all 98 regional four-year collegiate selections with a breakdown by school. SuperWest Sports · Jul 13
Super Earth near our Solar System: Scientists find potentially habitable planet that receives almost the same sunlight as Earth & lies in perfect 'Goldilocks Zone' for life Super Earth Discovered: Astronomers have identified a new Earth-like exoplanet, GJ 3378b, a mere 25 light-years away. This 'super-Earth' orbits within its star's habitable zone, receiving similar energy to Earth, making liquid water a possibility. While its proximity is exciting, the crucial question remains: does it possess an atmosphere? Future… The Economic Times · Jul 6
Economists have found an answer to slowing cognitive decline: Avoid retiring early, study finds “We should really think about the potential consequences of a really large-scale decline in employment,” UC Irvine economist David Neumark told Fortune. Fortune · Jul 2
Viral volleyball star Jordan Lucas: ‘I’m celebrating like NFL players, just in a more feminine way’ The Cal State Northridge player has attracted millions of views for his hair flicks and dismissive waves. He says navigating the fallout has been a career of its own The Guardian - US · May 6
Economists have found an answer to slowing cognitive decline: avoid retiring early, study finds “We should really think about the potential consequences of a really large-scale decline in employment,” UC Irvine economist David Neumark told Fortune. Fortune · May 5
Olivier Rioux, Florida Basketball’s 7' 9" Sensation, Announces Transfer Destination Out West Rioux is heading to a mid-major with a track record of developing players such as himself. Sports Illustrated · Apr 30
Kiplinger · Mar 26 Can AI Plan a College Tour Road Trip? I Bet My Ex-Husband It Could — Here’s What Happened. This parent could use help planning a tour of colleges across the country. Is AI up for the challenge?
Tom’s Hardware · Mar 22 California scientists 'FlyTrap attack' on DJI drones demonstrated — patterned umbrellas lure autonomous drones close enough to be captured or even induced to crash Researchers at UC Irvine have demonstrated a pattered umbrella-based drone capture and crashing technique.
Sports Illustrated · Mar 14 Men’s Basketball Bracket Watch: All Eyes on San Diego State, VCU for Bubble Spots Despite Oklahoma’s recent surge the Sooners are still on the outside looking in on the field and potential bid stealers loom.
The Conversation · Mar 11 Generative AI can play a role uplifting family and community in early childhood education Use of generative artificial intelligence technology is already widespread in K-12 schools and higher education. Now, AI technologies such as conversational agents and tablet-based assessments are starting to make their way toward early childhood education.
SuperWest Sports · Feb 20 Battle for Big West NCAA Tournament Bid Remains Tight The Big West should receive just one NCAA Tournament bid, but three teams are currently within a game of each other at the top of the standings.
The Guardian - US · Nov 9, 2025 California’s drying Salton Sea harms the lungs of people living nearby, say researchers Experts suspect that dust from the sea contains endotoxic bacteria membranes caused by fertilizer runoff
The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2025 The herb linked to reduced inflammation, lower anxiety, and reduced blood sugar One of the world’s oldest herbs, use of cilantro dates back to Ancient Egypt
Sports Illustrated · Jul 17, 2025 How NCAA Tournament Expansion Would Have Changed Last Four Events The main criticism of jumping from a 68-team field to a 72- or 76-team field is that power conferences would get the new spots over mid-majors.
The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2025 Drinking Diet Coke has been tied to heart health risks. Here’s what you should know Just a couple drinks a day may increase your risk for heart disease and stroke, according to researchers.
Al Jazeera · May 29, 2025 Acclaimed Kenyan writer and dissident, Ngugi wa Thiong’o, dies at 87 Ngugi’s work critiqued both British colonialism in Kenya and postcolonial Kenyan society.
Sports Illustrated · Apr 2, 2025 How to Watch the NIT Championship Game While most eyes were on the NCAA tournament, the NIT rolled along providing some great basketball. The field began with 32 teams, but has narrowed all the way down to just two.