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David McClelland Appointed Head of the Santander US Auto Business
BOSTON & DALLAS, January 26, 2026--Santander Holdings USA, Inc. ("Santander US") announced that David McClelland has been named Head of the Santander US Auto business, effective today. McClelland will be responsible for executing on the company’s Auto growth strategy, enhancing dealer and customer experiences, and managing manufacturer (OEM) relationships. In this capacity, he succeeds Bruce Jackson, who announced his retirement from the company.
First Brands Group Commences Wind Down of North American Brake Parts Inc., Cardone, and Autolite Business Units
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., January 26, 2026--First Brands Group, LLC ("First Brands" or the "Company"), a leading global supplier of automotive parts, announced that it has commenced a wind down of certain of its North American business operations, including its Brake Parts Inc., Cardone, and Autolite brands. First Brands’ remaining business units continue to operate while the Company assesses pathways to transition these operations to new ownership.
Trump Officially Cuts Ties With WHO, Ending Decades-Long Partnership
By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Jan. 26, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The United States has officially pulled out of the World Health Organization (WHO), a year after President Donald Trump announced plans to leave the global health group. The Trump administration said the decision was based on what it called WHO’s poor ...
IBM is planning a major Baton Rouge hiring push
IBM is ramping up hiring in Baton Rouge this year, according to Charles Masters, a senior partner with the company. The announcement came during Masters’ keynote address at the Greater Baton … Already an INSIDER? Sign in. Already an INSIDER? Sign in
Apple Announces New AirTag with Longer Range, Louder Speaker
Apple Inc. unveiled an upgraded AirTag accessory, with the $29 item finder now offering longer range, a louder speaker and other improvements.
All Star Healthcare Solutions Celebrates Grand Opening of New Headquarters at Boca Raton Innovation Campus
All Star Healthcare Solutions ("All Star"), a national leader in locum tenens and healthcare workforce solutions, announced the grand opening of its new headquarters at the Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC), marking a major growth milestone for All Star.
Learfield Appoints Sal Miliotto as General Manager of Murray State Sports Properties - Murray State University Athletics
Learfield, the exclusive multimedia rightsholder for Murray State Athletics, today announced Sal Miliotto as the General Manager of its locally based team, M...
Olympic Sports Coaches Show Set for February - West Virginia University Athletics
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – The Mountaineer Sports Network from Learfield has announced the February schedule for its popular WVU Olympic Sports Coaches Show live fr...
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Nintendo Direct Announced For Thursday, 29th January
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Eaton announces plan to spin off its Mobility Group
Intelligent power management company Eaton (NYSE:ETN) today announced that it intends to pursue a separation of its Vehicle and eMobility segments (together,...
Goldgroup Announces Business Combination with Gold Resource Corporation to Create a New, Mexican-Focused Precious Metals Producer
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - January 26, 2026) - Goldgroup Mining Inc. (TSXV: GGA) (OTCQX: GGAZF) ("Goldgroup" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive arrangement agreement and plan of merger (the "Arrangement Agreement") with Gold Resource Corporation (NYSE American: GORO) ("GRC"), whereby Goldgroup has agreed to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of GRC's common stock (the "Transaction").Transaction DetailsPursuant to the..
Gold Resource Corporation Announces Business Combination With Goldgroup Mining
DENVER, January 26, 2026--Gold Resource Corporation (NYSE American: GORO) (the "Company," "we," "our," or "GRC") is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive arrangement agreement and plan of merger (the "Arrangement Agreement") with Goldgroup Mining Inc. (TSX-V: GGA; OTC: GGAZF) ("Goldgroup"), whereby Goldgroup has agreed to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of the Company’s common stock (the "Transaction").
Here are this year's inductees for the Vermont Sports Hall of Fame
The Vermont Sports Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 induction class ahead of this year's celebration dinner.
2026 Hill Prizes for Texas science, technology, health announced
The seven $500,000 awards from Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science and Technology in collaboration with Lyda Hill Philanthropies will support top researchers to drive groundbreaking innovations across the state....
Padma award 2026: 8 from Karnataka among awardees across art, science and social work | Bengaluru News - The Times of India
BENGALURU: Eight people from Karnataka figure in the Padma award list announced Sunday - a list that spans classical scholarship, grassroots social wo.
Bills announce completion of interview with Grant Udinski
Business people: James Lawrence to chair Metropolitan Airports Commission board
AIRPORTS The Metropolitan Airports Commission announced that Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has appointed James Lawrence as chair of the MAC board, which oversees Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airpor…
LIST: Businesses, churches announce closures due to major winter storm
Businesses and some schools are already announcing closures as a significant winter storm takes aim at the Cincinnati area.
Apple will reportedly unveil its Gemini-powered Siri assistant in February
We’re about to get our first real look at the results of the recently announced AI partnership between Apple and Google.
Dataminers claim Yakuza Kiwami 3's ending has been changed, with a considerable knock-on effect on the rest of the franchise
Dataminers believe they've found evidence that Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has changed the ending to Yakuza 3 in the upcoming …
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Nintendo Direct: Everything Announced
Nintendo has revealed a new trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie during this weekend's surprise Nintendo Direct, revealing Yoshi in full.
Dreary Russian shop sim I Have No Change announced
Indie developer Studio Rassvet has revealed I Have No Change, an extremely Russian and post-Soviet game where you sell things from a small street kiosk shop. I Have No Change is in development for…
Beloved Waterfront Restaurant Closing, Owners Announce With 'Heavy Hearts': CT Business News
Movie Theater Closes For Good/ Pizzeria Closing/ Celebrity's Highly Anticipated Restaurant Sets Opening Date/ Bank Building Sold & More...
Music legend announces farewell concerts in Upstate NY
He recently underwent surgery for lung cancer.
50-year SBA veteran retires; law firm doubles in size; new fellowship cohorts named
Take a look at some of the recent promotions and new hires announced at south Louisiana businesses.
Tri-state people in business: New hires, promotions, recognitions
Origin Design, of Dubuque, announced the following new hires:
2025 PFWA All-AFC team: Full roster
The PFWA announced all-NFL and all-conference teams this past week. This is the roster for the AFC.
UFC 324 post-fight press conference video
The UFC 324 post-fight press conference is the last piece of business to take care of after the action is over in the Octagon, and we have the live video above at MMAFighting.com. UFC officials will announce the winners of the “Fight of the Night” and the “Performance of the Night” bonuses, and winning fighters […]
Georgetown County announces business closures ahead of winter weather
Georgetown County has announced closures ahead of upcoming winter weather on Sunday into Monday.
Senate Democrats will block key funding package, citing aggressive tactics
The announcement from Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-New York) came hours after Border Patrol agents shot and killed a man in Minneapolis.
Schumer: Democrats will block funding unless $64.4bn for homeland security removed
Announcement comes as anger toward DHS – which oversees ICE – intensifies after Alex Pretti fatally shot
"Watch Dogs" Franchise Is 'Completely Dead'?
Ubisoft announced the other day a corporate restructure, one that led to multiple projects being cancelled, including “Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time” remake. In addition, two of its studios (Ubisoft Halifax and Ubisoft Stockholm) were being shut down, while others would be hit by smaller impacts. The reasoning was put down to a […]
Business Horizons 2026
Grand View University is proud to announce it will host the 2026 Business Horizons summer program, welcoming Iowa high school students in grades 9-12.
2027 RB Sa’Nir Brooks commits to Syracuse
Syracuse has landed a commitment from St. Frances Academy three-star running back Sa’Nir Brooks. The Aliquippa, Pa. native announced his decision on Saturday evening via social media: I”’m beyond grateful to announce that I’m committing to Syracuse University,” Brooks wrote on X. “Thank you Coach Fran and the Syracuse coaching staff for the opportunity to […]
Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition has surfaced for Nintendo Switch
A new rating has surfaced for Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition, and it’s apparently on the way to Nintendo Switch. The listing has appeared within the official Australian Classification database. As of now there has been no official announcement. The only information available is that Atari is apparently not only developing, but also publishing. The original Rayman released in 1995. We...
Artemis II’s Possible Impact on JWST Science Operations
NASA has recently begun preparations for the Artemis II mission, which will send four astronauts on a journey around the Moon
DAXFS Proposed As Newest Linux File-System
There's yet another new Linux file-system on the block: DAXFS has been announced as a new read-only open-source file-system.
‘Jersey Shore’ star shares cancer-related health scare: ‘I’m terrified’
The star made the announcement on her social media.
OpenAI Aims to Lure Businesses From Anthropic
Some of OpenAI’s most attention-grabbing efforts over the past year have involved products for consumers, from a social app to an AI-powered device it plans to announce later this year. Last week, though, the company’s CEO, Sam Altman, gathered Disney CEO Bob Iger and other corporate executives ...
Week in Politics: Trump in Davos; Longtime allies regard the U.S. with reserve
President Trump announced a framework for a deal on U.S. involvement in Greenland, without details, in Switzerland this week. He also appeared increasingly infirm in Davos.
SCSU Athletics & Recreation To Host National Girls & Women In Sports Day On Saturday, Feb. 21
NEW HAVEN, Conn. - Southern Connecticut State University Athletics has announced that the 2026 National Girls and Women in Sports Day will be held on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026 at James Moore Field House. Registration for the event will begin at 8:30 a.m. at James Moore Field House. Participants will then take part in a variety of sports at clinic stations from 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Each child in attendance will receive a free t-shirt and lunch. This year's event is supported by Official Sponsor Connecticut Orthopaedics.
Naomi Osaka withdraws from Australian Open before third-round match
Naomi Osaka withdrew from the Australian Open before her scheduled third-round match against Australian qualifier Maddison Inglis on Saturday, ending a campaign noted for fashion and friction. The two-time Australian Open champion announced it on social media without divulging her injury, posting on Instagram that she had to withdraw “to address something my body needs attention for after my last match.” “I was so excited to keep going and this run meant the most to me, so having to stop here breaks my heart," Osaka posted, “but I can't risk doing any further damage so I can get back on the court.”
China Announces Probe Into Vice Military Chair Zhang Youxia
China opened a probe into Zhang Youxia, a Politburo member and vice chairman of the Communist Party’s Central Military Commission over suspected “serious discipline and law violations,” Xinhua News Agency reported.
No. 1-ranked OT Jordan Seaton announces transfer destination
After a long and eventful recruitment, former Colorado Buffaloes OT Jordan Seaton has finally announced his commitment to the LSU Tigers.
Steelers Sign Tight End To Reserve/Future Contract
The Steelers are already taking steps toward next season, and on Friday, they announced they have signed tight end J.J. Galbreath to a Reserve/Future contract. Pittsburgh signed Galbreath as an undrafted free agent after the 2025 NFL Draft, but didn’t make the active roster. Galbreath spent some of the season on the Steelers practice squad, and […]
Moolec Science S.A. Receives Nasdaq Staff Memo Supporting Panel Exception Through June 29, 2026 to Regain Compliance with Stockholders' Equity Requirement
GEORGE TOWN, CAYMAN ISLANDS / ACCESS Newswire / January 23, 2026 / Moolec Science S.A. ("Moolec" or the "Company") today announced that Nasdaq Staff has issued a memorandum to the Nasdaq Hearings Panel (the "Panel") concluding that there is sufficient ...
Haiti officials announce plan to oust prime minister, deepening US standoff
Transitional Presidential Council says plans to remove Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aime, flouting warnings from US.
Jack Smith defends Trump investigations and Trump backs off Greenland threat : The NPR Politics Podcast
It was another busy week in politics. We discuss former special counsel Jack Smith’s appearance before the House Judiciary Committee — the first time he testified publicly about his investigations into President Trump — and Trump’s announcement of a new “framework” related to Greenland.This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Bria Suggs and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Seahawks announce captains for NFC Championship vs Rams
Each of the Seahawks' four NFC Championship captains has deep meaning to their rivalry with the Rams and/or the franchise's recent history.
TGI Group / Advent Buzz Announce Strategic Partnership as Official Business Development and Marketing Leads for Earth Week Miami 2026
/ January 23, 2026 / TGI SOLAR POWER GROUP (OTCMarkets:TSPG), a leader in sustainable technology and environmental real estate development, through its specialized digital marketing subsidiary ADVENT BUZZ, is proud to announce its official...
(Rescheduled from Jan 26) Behind the Science: Herbivores That Chewed Through Time: How Insects and Pathogens Responded to Earth’s Biggest Events
Announcing a new After-Hours series at the National Museum of Natural History: Behind the Science A monthly after-hours series featuring NMNH scientists and researchers Each month, join the National Museum of Natural History for the new series, Behind the Science, where NMNH researchers share insights into their latest discoveries and explore the fascinating questions driving their work—from the origins of life to the future of our planet. Come learn what’s happening behind the scenes and how science shapes our understanding of the natural world. Programs take place in Q?rius, the Coralyn W. Whitney Science Education Center. Topics and speakers announced on a rolling basis, but save the dates now! February 10 (RESCHEDULED FROM JAN 26): Conrad Labandeira, Paleobiology The leaves of plants are everywhere. They provide the primary documentation of insect and pathogen feeding styles – or herbivory – on plants in the modern and fossil records. Leaves also are the most abundant, macroscopic item in the fossil record during the past 400 or so million years. During the past 25 years, studies of insect and pathogen damage on fossil and modern leaves have addressed the response of herbivores to major events of the fossil record. These events include, in chronological order, the origin of herbivory itself, the appearance of seed plants, the profound ecological crisis at the end of the Paleozoic, the appearance of flowering plants, the profound ecological crisis at the end of the Mesozoic, and a major change in the global climate 56 million years ago. Let’s put damaged, fossil leaves to work in helping us to understand how insect and pathogen herbivores have historically transformed the world we live in. Upcoming Dates: Jan. 26: Feb. 10: Conrad Labandeira, Paleobiologist Mar. 10: Briana Pobiner, Anthropologist Apr. 14 May 11 Jun. 9 Jul. 14 Aug. 11 Sep. 15 Oct. 13 Nov. 10 Dec. 8
Kuvings Announces New Line of Health-Boosting Juicers to Support 2026 Wellness Goals
Illinois, United StatesJanuary is the ideal time to invest in a Kuvings juicer for your health goals. With peak
Haiti's transitional council deepens political chaos by voting to oust the prime minister
A member of Haiti’s transitional presidential council has announced that a majority of the panel has voted to fire the country’s embattled Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé as the country’s political chaos deepens
Arc Raiders devs reveal plans for "new large Arc", a fresh map, and two more Expeditions this spring
Har(c)ken to me, defenders of Speranza! Embark have just announced their plans for ARC Raiders updates over the first f…
Houston-area businesses announce closures ahead of winter storm
A winter storm in the forecast is prompting some Houston businesses to close their doors for the weekend.
AHSAA announces public, private school football split: Here’s what’s happening next year
The AHSAA's Central Board of Control voted today to separate public and private schools in athletics for the first time in the Association's 104-year history.
US completes withdrawal from World Health Organization
The U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization, one year after President Donald Trump announced America was ending its 78-year-old commitment.
Fernando Mendoza announces he's entering 2026 NFL Draft; Raiders expected to take the Indiana QB and Heisman Trophy winner No. 1 overall
Williams Named Assistant Athletic Director for Behavioral Health and Performance
Tulane's Ben Weiner Director of Athletics Chair David Harris announced on Friday that Bracely Williams, the Green Wave's Director of Clinical Behavioral Heal...
Mickey Heinecken Selected to Vermont Sports Hall of Fame
Former Middlebury football and men's tennis coach Michael "Mickey" Heinecken has been announced as an inductee for the 2026 Vermont Sports Hall of Fame. Heinecken is part of the 10-member class set to be honored on April 25.
Apple Hosting LA Event for Creators on January 27-29 That Could Coincide With MacBook Pro Announcement
Apple has sent out invites to select creators for an "Apple Experience" in Los Angeles, California, scheduled for January 27 to 29. The event has sparked speculation that Apple will also announce new MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. Creator Petr Mara shared an image of his invite on Instagram on January 7, but it appears to have only now gained significant traction on social media platforms.
US airlines issue travel waivers, announce cancellations ahead of widespread winter storm
A winter storm threatened thousands of flights heading into the weekend across two dozen states, as airlines issue travel waivers for customers impacted by the snow.
United States Completes WHO Withdrawal
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of State today announced the United States’ completion of its withdrawal from the World Health Organization
The deal to secure TikTok’s future in the US has finally closed
The joint venture acquiring TikTok’s US assets has been formally established and has announced its leadership team, according to the company, one day before the deadline set by President Donald Trump for the app’s US assets to be spun off by Chinese parent company ByteDance.
Valley Health’s Community Partnership Grant Program: Addressing Critical Health Needs
Valley Health is pleased to announce the findings of the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment and to introduce the 2026 Community Partnership Grant program.
US Completes Withdrawal From World Health Organization
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization, one year after President Donald Trump announced America was ending its 78-year-old commitment, federal officials said Thursday. But it's hardly a clean break. The U.S. owes more than $130 million to the global ...
See Flint-area school, business closings for Friday, Jan. 23
The Genesee Community Health Center and Holly Area Schools have already announced closures on Jan. 23.
HONEYWELL ANNOUNCES CFO, BUSINESS UNIT LEADERS FOR HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
/PRNewswire/ -- Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON) today announced key leadership roles for Honeywell Aerospace, which will become an independent, publicly traded company...
Mamdani Administration Announces New Youth Clinics at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull and Queens - NYC Health + Hospitals
TODAY, Mayor Zohran Mamdani joined NYC Health + Hospitals and MetroPlusHealth to announce the launch of two new clinics to provide
Intermountain Health Finalizes Acquisition of Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS – Intermountain Health today announced it has finalized its acquisition of Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging (SDMI), a leading outpatient radiology imaging company with 12 locations across the Las Vegas Valley. Intermountain Health’s addition of imaging centers to its growing availability of healthcare services in southern Nevad...
What’s in Trump’s ‘framework’ Greenland deal? Here's what we know
Trump's announcement of a 'framework of a future deal' marks a shift after weeks of threats from the United States. Here's what we know.
Team USA announces Ski & Snowboard participants for 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games
Team USA announced the names for its Ski & Snowboard teams for the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games on Wednesday.
Royal Caribbean Group Announces Inaugural Class of Port Partners Business Accelerator Program in Seward, Alaska
/PRNewswire/ --Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL), a global vacation leader that is redefining the future of vacations, has chosen 15 final candidates for its...
KMJ Entertainment UK Announces Record Year & Senior Leadership Promotions
UK live entertainment group KMJ Entertainment, a subsidiary of DEAG, has announced key senior leadership changes in 2026, as the business continues to grow
2025 NFL award finalists announced as MVP feels like two-horse race
The annual 'NFL Honors' show on Feb. 5 will announce winners of MVP, Coach of the Year, both Rookie of the Year awards and more.
AMD Announces Ryzen 7 9850X3D Pricing Of $499 USD
Back at CES AMD announced the Ryen 7 9850X3D as a faster sibling to the Ryzen 7 9800X3D
Intel Announces Discontinuation Period For 12th Generation Alder Lake And Sapphire Rapids Scalable CPUs
Intel's latest PCN notices have confirmed that the 12th gen Alder Lake and the Sapphire Rapids Xeon Scalable processors have entered EOL phase.
Will PENN Entertainment's (PENN) Leadership and Tech Shake-Up Redefine Its Integrated Gaming Narrative?
PENN Entertainment recently announced an overhaul of its corporate leadership and technology structure, aiming to cut overheads, streamline decision-making, and more tightly integrate its digital wagering and brick‑and‑mortar casino operations. The company’s focus on eliminating duplicative executive roles and tightening cost controls highlights management’s attempt to address efficiency concerns amid mixed earnings expectations and industry views. Next, we’ll examine how PENN...
A Vision Realized: The Tamer Institute for Women’s Health
UHealth announces a transformational gift from Tony and Sandra Tamer to establish the Tamer Institute for Women’s Health.
Healthier Capital Closes $220M Oversubscribed Fund 1 to Advance Transformative Health-Tech Innovation
Healthier Capital, a health-tech venture capital firm founded to deliver healthier outcomes, today announced the closing of its $220 million oversubscribed i...
Pender Growth Fund Portfolio Company, General Fusion, Announces a Proposed Business Combination
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSXV: PTF): Pender Growth Fund Inc. (the “Company” or “PTF”) is pleased to report that long-time holding General Fusion Inc. (“General Fusion”) has announced that it has entered into a definitive business combination agreement (the “Proposed Business Combination”) with Spring Valley Acquisition Corp. III (“SVAC”). Upon closing, the Proposed Business Combination is expected to result in General Fusion listing on the Nasdaq and tradin
Frank Winston Crum Launches New Commercial Package Policy to Empower Small Businesses
CLEARWATER, Fla., Jan. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Frank Winston Crum (FWC) is proud to announce the launch of its new Commercial Package Policy (CPP), a flexible solution designed to meet the evolving needs of small businesses. This innovative product combines essential coverages — General Liability, Property, Crime & Fidelity, and Inland Marine — into one customizable policy, streamlining protection and simplifying the insurance experience. General Liability is required as its foundation, and
Alarm as US mulls prioritising citizens in research funding
A senior White House official said the Trump administration is considering ways to prioritise research funding to American citizens, triggering alarm in the research community that the country could destroy its century-long status as a magnet for overseas talent.Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), said last week that it is “important for us to continue to emphasise the use of federal R&D dollars towards American scientists and technologists that are staffed by Americans in their labs.” Asked about support for Chinese students during a Congressional hearing, Kratsios went on to say that in future funding announcements, the OSTP would “emphasise” that “we're funding American students.”The precise meaning of his impromptu comments, and what they could mean in policy terms, isn’t yet clear. The OSTP did not respond to multiple requests for clarification from Science|Business.But given that US science and technology has relied on overseas talent for the past century, Kratsios’s words have alarmed former US science officials.Immigrants have made up around 30-40% of US Nobel Prize winners since the 1940s, for example. Except for some sensitive projects, countries typically grant research funding on a nationality-blind basis, lest they deter foreign scientists from immigrating. “If director Kratsios’s statements are taken literally and become official policy of the White House, [research-intensive] universities will likely have to close labs if not entire research divisions,” said David Biggs, a former science and technology official in the US State Department. In their most extreme interpretation, Kratsios’s comments would imply that foreign scientists established in the US would see access to funding curtailed. This would “result in many world-leading professors who work in the United States in fields that this administration considers a priority (like fusion energy, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing) leaving the country,” said Cole Donovan, a former US science diplomat, and now associate director at the Federation of American Scientists.CripplingHowever, given the context of the conversation, Kratsios may have been referring more narrowly to funding for doctoral or postdoctoral students. At the hearing, he said he wanted to see labs staffed by US citizens. But even this would have devastating consequences for the US science system, say former officials, because the country is so dependent on early-career foreign researchers. Recent statistics show that nearly half of those in the US with a PhD in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) are considered short-term visitors, or non-residents in the official terminology. If this included residents who are not yet citizens, the proportion would likely be even higher. “Foreign PhD students are really a significant and core part of the university STEM workforce, and postdocs is similarly large,” said Donovan. Preventing US-based academics from hiring them from overseas would be a serious blow, he said. “If it's the case that this administration intends to limit funding to labs staffed only with US citizens, the effect will be to cripple the American scientific enterprise,” said Chris Marcum, a former OSTP official. “To think that these researchers can simply be replaced is a pipe dream. The labs will close,” said Marcum. Go elsewhereAround half of US-trained postdocs are foreign-born, said Biggs. “If these top international students cannot get funding to do their research, or even if they hear that funding for foreign students has been greatly restricted and will be super competitive, they will no longer choose to study in the US and will go elsewhere.” It’s unclear for now if Kratsios’s comments will translate into a real policy shift. But they could add to turmoil in the US science system since Donald Trump took over as president one year ago. Related articlesNIH turmoil risks reciprocal EU-US access to health research fundingUS set to close office responsible for global science and technology dealsTrump halts new NIH grants to international health-research partnersSince then, nearly 8,000 grants at the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation have been frozen or terminated, Naturereports. Courts have overturned most of these cancellations, but the disruption caused remains significant. Both those agencies have also dished out around a quarter fewer grants this year than normal, the journal reported. International student enrolment is also down by 17%. The Trump administration also proposes to cut research budgets by around a third, although Congress may mollify the cuts.
Alarm over US plan to prioritise citizens in research funding
The US’s leading science official has said the country will focus its research spending on scientists with US citizenship, triggering alarm that the country could destroy its century-long status as a magnet for overseas talent.Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), said last week that it is “important for us to continue to emphasise the use of federal R&D dollars towards American scientists and technologists that are staffed by Americans in their labs.” Asked about support for Chinese students during a Congressional hearing, Kratsios went on to say that in future funding announcements, the OSTP would “emphasise” that “we're funding American students.”Kratsios’s precise meaning, and what it could mean in policy terms, isn’t yet clear. The OSTP did not respond to multiple requests for clarification from Science|Business.But given that US science and technology has relied on overseas talent for the past century, Kratsios’s words have stunned former US science officials.Immigrants have made up around 30-40% of US Nobel Prize winners since the 1940s, for example. Except for some sensitive projects, countries typically grant research funding on a nationality-blind basis, lest they deter foreign scientists from immigrating. “If director Kratsios’s statements are taken literally and become official policy of the White House, [research-intensive] universities will likely have to close labs if not entire research divisions,” said David Biggs, a former science and technology official in the US State Department. In their most extreme interpretation, Kratsios’s comments would imply that foreign scientists established in the US would see access to funding curtailed. This would “result in many world-leading professors who work in the United States in fields that this administration considers a priority (like fusion energy, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing) leaving the country,” said Cole Donovan, a former US science diplomat, and now associate director at the Federation of American Scientists.CripplingHowever, given the context of the conversation, Kratsios may have been referring more narrowly to funding for doctoral or postdoctoral students. At the hearing, he said he wanted to see labs staffed by US citizens. But even this would have devastating consequences for the US science system, say former officials, because the country is so dependent on early-career foreign researchers. Recent statistics show that nearly half of those in the US with a PhD in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) are considered short-term visitors, or non-residents in the official terminology. If this included residents who are not yet citizens, the proportion would likely be even higher. “Foreign PhD students are really a significant and core part of the university STEM workforce, and postdocs is similarly large,” said Donovan. Preventing US-based academics from hiring them from overseas would be a serious blow, he said. “If it's the case that this administration intends to limit funding to labs staffed only with US citizens, the effect will be to cripple the American scientific enterprise,” said Chris Marcum, a former OSTP official. “To think that these researchers can simply be replaced is a pipe dream. The labs will close,” said Marcum. Go elsewhereAround half of US-trained postdocs are foreign-born, said Biggs. “If these top international students cannot get funding to do their research, or even if they hear that funding for foreign students has been greatly restricted and will be super competitive, they will no longer choose to study in the US and will go elsewhere.” It’s unclear for now if Kratsios’s comments will translate into a real policy shift. But they could add to turmoil in the US science system since Donald Trump took over as president one year ago. Since then, nearly 8,000 grants at the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation have been frozen or terminated, Naturereports. Courts have overturned most of these cancellations, but the disruption caused remains significant. Both those agencies have also dished out around a quarter fewer grants this year than normal, the journal reported. International student enrolment is also down by 17%. The Trump administration also proposes to cut research budgets by around a third, although Congress may mollify the cuts.
Can a bipartisan health deal pass?
Congressional leaders announced Tuesday that they had reached a bipartisan deal to address some aspects of the health care system.
Rush Uniform hands over business to another family-owned uniform store
Cramer's Uniforms is taking over most of Rush Uniform's school customers after the New Castle business announced it was closing in December.
Ahead of re-election bid, Donna Deegan announces new slate of town hall meetings
Voters will get to ask the Mayor questions all around the city through the end of March.
Marshall Athletics Launches ‘Herd Hospitality & Entertainment’
Marshall Athletics has announced the official launch of 'Herd Hospitality & Entertainment' - a newly-structured department focused on unifying revenue genera...
Ubisoft shares tumble after 'Assassin's Creed' creator unveils restructuring, cancels games
Shares in Ubisoft plunged on Thursday after the French video game publisher announced a sweeping reorganisation and said it would cancel six games.
What You Need to Know About the New $50 Billion Rural Health Fund
The Trump administration recently announced how much money each state will receive under an ambitious 5-year initiative known as the Rural Health Transformation Program.
Seattle Mayor Wilson shakes up department leadership
The new Seattle mayor announced a slew of changes to city leadership, moving on from many department heads who were appointed by her predecessor in City Hall.
Pacific Science Center removes entrance gates, allow public to access iconic courtyard
The iconic Pacific Science Center (PacSci) courtyard will now be accessible to the public, the nonprofit announced Wednesday.
Trump revels in Davos about making the rich even richer
After it was announced that California Gov. Gavin Newsom would share his views on President Donald Trump at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, this week, MAGA influencer Katie Miller derided the Democrat for his presence at the event frequented by wealthy businessmen.