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The 45 planets most likely to host alien life, according to astronomers
'Project Hail Mary' may be fiction, but this list could still come in handy.
What Americans are giving up to afford ACA health insurance, according to a new poll
A new KFF survey shows many Americans who had Affordable Care Act marketplace health insurance last year are struggling with high health costs. The findings come three months after the expiration of enhanced tax credits that had offset most enrollees' monthly premiums.
Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves Are Fulfilling Lakers’ Expectations
Here comes the Los Angeles Lakers. Don’t look now, but the Lakers are playing some incredible basketball. Not only that, but they also look GOOD doing it. Just a few weeks ago, fans were down on what the ceiling was for this team. Another first-round exit? Maybe a possible Play-In appearance even? But now, the […] The post Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves Are Fulfilling Lakers’ Expectations appeared first on The Lead.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda: March 20-27
Consensual Improv, March 20 Roaring Fork Valley’s one-and-only improv comedy troupe is back. Consensual Improv will be hosting an upcoming show at 8 p.m. March 20 at The Arts Campus at Willits. Since 2016, they...
Will mobile sports betting ever become legal in Mississippi?
Another legislative session is set to close without legal mobile sports betting for Mississippi. See why a Jackson senator blocked bills this year.
Apple Health integrates with newly announced 'Perplexity Health' AI feature
Following yesterday’s Comet iOS browser release, Perplexity is back with another AI announcement: Perplexity Health. The new “suite of connectors”...
The West Is Roasting
This week’s record-breaking heat dome augurs badly for the months to come.
Get an Lp(a) test — and 3 other things you must do now for heart health
I’m a cardiologist. Here are the most important new guidelines that younger people need to know about when it comes to their heart health.
What to watch this week in New Orleans theater: ‘Gatsby,’ ‘Streetcar,’ ‘Little Shop,’ more
Step into the Jazz Age with a lavish musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic tale at the Saenger Theatre. Don't miss the chance to witness Jay Gatsby's larger-than-life story come alive on stage!
The White House Is Lost in the ‘Weave’
The Trump administration has a coherence problem. This issue starts at the top with a fabulist president who is increasingly unfiltered and unfocused, offering up ping-ponging thoughts with little purpose or explanation. His approach to governing and to waging a war has itself become “the weave,” his term for the random asides that pepper his speeches. For much of his political life, Trump, 79, understood the importance of a simple and repetitive story, the need to keep the main thing the main t
'The Africans' lecture, Comedy for a Cause, flamenco performance and more events this week
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German Health Minister Nina Warken and WHO Hub in Berlin highlight 2025 achievements
Germany’s Federal Minister of Health, Nina Warken, visited the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence in Berlin today to review progress and launch its 2025 Annual Report. The report highlights advances in using artificial intelligence, data science and pathogen genomics to strengthen global preparedness for future pandemics.In 2025, the WHO Hub in Berlin worked with more than 160 Member States and over 190 partners to help countries and organizations develop new systems and tools to detect and understand new public health threats as quickly as possible, whenever and wherever they occur.BMG to confirm whether they wish to contribute a quote. “Detecting outbreaks early is one of the most effective ways to save lives and prevent epidemics from becoming global crises,” said Federal Minister of Health Nina Warken. “Germany is proud to host and support the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence. Its work strengthens our safety at home and helps protect people worldwide.”Artificial intelligence is increasingly transforming the detection of outbreaks. In 2025, the Hub launched an upgraded version of the Epidemic Intelligence from Open Sources (EIOS) system, which uses enhanced AI functions to scan global online information in real time and help experts quickly identify unusual health events. The system is now used by 120 countries.To better anticipate health threats, countries need information beyond traditional health data. The Hub supports countries in implementing Collaborative Surveillance, which integrates data on climate, animals, travel, and population movement to provide a more comprehensive and real-time understanding of health threats.The Hub also expanded global access to pathogen genomics, which helps scientists detect new pathogens, such as viruses and bacteria, understand how they spread and how dangerous they may become. Through the International Pathogen Surveillance Network (IPSN), the WHO Hub in Berlin worked with 309 partners in 101 countries to expand access to these technologies.“We are in a new era of global health threats, and we need new tools to face tomorrow’s challenges,” said Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, Executive Director of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme. “The WHO Hub in Berlin helps countries use data and technology more effectively so they can identify risks earlier and respond faster. No country can address these threats alone. Strong cooperation remains our best defence.”“Berlin offers an ideal environment for our work. We collaborate closely with world-leading institutions such as the Robert Koch Institute and the Charité Center for Global Health,” said Dr Oliver Morgan, Head of the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence. “Germany has supported the WHO Hub since its establishment, and we are pleased to welcome Federal Minister Nina Warken to the Hub today. This strong partnership helps us advance innovation in pandemic and epidemic intelligence and better support countries to prepare for future health threats.”The Hub is expanding the use of advanced analytics and mathematical modelling to forecast how outbreaks may develop and to assess which response measures are most effective. Through its Collaboratory, the Hub connects modelers and analysts with governments to ensure their work addresses real public health needs. In 2025, the community grew to 1300 members from 50 countries and 200 institutions. An AI-powered pandemic simulator, currently in the prototyping phase, will help decision-makers compare outbreak scenarios and help identify effective disease control measures.
Interventional radiology breakthrough in portal vein thrombosis treatment
A UCLA Health interventional radiologist has successfully performed the first pediatric percutaneous spleno-renal shunt procedure to treat severe portal hypertension in a 6-year-old patient. This minimally invasive procedure aims to relieve complications associated with portal vein thrombosis, showing promising long-term outcomes.
Nextdoor Promotes Tony Castellanos to Executive Vice President, People as AI-Driven People Strategy Becomes Core to Business Growth
SAN FRANCISCO, March 19, 2026--Nextdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: NXDR), the essential neighborhood network, today announced the promotion of Tony Castellanos to Executive Vice President, People. Castellanos will lead Nextdoor's People organization — including talent acquisition, compensation, HR business partnering, and benefits — as the company deepens its investment in AI-enabled People operations and continues to scale its workforce strategy.
Pittsburgh premiere of 'Eureka Day' stage comedy tackles vaccine politics
Jonathan Spector’s play “Eureka Day,” making its Pittsburgh premiere at City Theatre, depicts what happens to even a group of people who might seem highly compatible when a single hot issue scorches the earth between them.
The teens hooked on sports betting apps
Underage gambling has become a popular extracurricular activity for high school and middle school kids, sometimes with dangerous consequences.
The architectural salvage business in Louisiana has been slow. Here's why
"Set decorators used to buy light fixtures and other things from us. During the pandemic, the TV series 'Interview with a Vampire' provided up 20% of our income one year, but it's not like that anymore."
Pikl Pioneers a New Category of Insurance-Enabled Business Models, Earning it 20% UK Short-Term Rental Market Share
Pikl, the company pioneering insurance-enabled business models that drive revenue whilst protecting against downside risk, today announced that it has achieved 20% market share in the UK short-term rental market – the first industry in which its insurance-enabled growth solutions have been delivered. The achievement comes just two years after Pikl launched its flagship flexible cancellation solution in 2024, which allows property management companies (PMCs) to offer guests the flexible booking o
Texas GOP lawmakers head to Washington for White House meeting
The visit comes as the Trump administration is trying to find ways to reduce costs on American families ahead of the midterms.
Rishabh Pant returns to IPL grind, chasing another India comeback
Rishabh Pant is gearing up for a crucial IPL season. He is working hard to regain his spot in India's white-ball squad. Recent practice sessions and time with Yuvraj Singh show his dedication. A strong IPL performance could secure his place for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Pant is focused on his game and mental strength.
Amazon Alexa's UK personality to change with Echo AI update
There has been criticism the Echo has stagnated, while other AI chatbots have become much easier to communicate with.
Sandhills Calving System continues to protect calf health, ranch profitability
Twenty-five years ago, a collaboration between a Sandhills ranch family, a rural veterinarian and Husker researchers led to a management innovation that transformed how cattle producers prevent calf scours. Known today as the Sandhills Calving System, the approach has become one of the most widely recommended strategies for preventing neonatal calf diarrhea.
Flyers' Trevor Zegras welcomed back in Anaheim return
Former Duck of five highlight-reel seasons, drafted No. 9 overall by Anaheim in 2019, makes his first return to Honda Center after last summer's trade to Philadelphia.
The Best Restaurants to Book in Copenhagen Right Now
The Danish capital shows off spots that make for destination dining, even as its most famous dining spot, Noma, comes under fire.
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for March 19, 2026, puzzle No. 542
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Hurricanes Hold On, Overcome Penguins in Milestone-Filled Game
Wednesday night, the Logan Stankoven line was fire. They were also score. …Please allow me the Evgeni Malkin puns, I […]
Michael Kay: 'I don't like wrapping sports in a flag and preaching patriotism'
Michael Kay may have been rooting for Team USA in the WBC, but it wasn't to prove the United States was better than every other country.
Why people are making fun of Nvidia’s DLSS 5 on social media
Video game fans are responding with criticism and comedy to Nvidia's latest version of its AI technology that boost performance and graphics.
‘Welcome Back Babe’ event supports women-owned businesses impacted by winter storm
One local business owner is holding a special fundraiser for women-owned businesses impacted by the January winter storm.
New Cyberpunk TCG becomes the most-funded TCG game in Kickstarter history
The resource for people who make and sell games.
Mullin under microscope by Senate colleagues over temperament, stolen valor and ICE in tense DHS confirmation hearing
A typically friendly setting for one of their own turned tense on Capitol Hill Wednesday with senators grilling Markwayne Mullin for roughly three hours as he vies to become President Donald Trump’s next Department of Homeland Security chief.
Snowflake Launches Project SnowWork, Bringing Outcome-Driven AI to Every Business User
MENLO PARK, Calif. – March 18, 2026 – Snowflake (NYSE: SNOW), the AI Data Cloud company, today announced the research preview of Project SnowWork, a new autonomous enterprise AI platform designed to help business users massively accelerate workflows.
Lenovo brings retro arcade cabinet gaming to high-end Android tablets with new releases
Lenovo has released a new set of accessories for its compact gaming tablets. Compatible with multiple tablet generations, the Legion Y700 Arcade Dock comes in three finishes with dedicated SNK versions too.
Seth Cohen to become new dean of UC Irvine's School of Physical Sciences
Renowned leader in advanced chemistry research will assume new role Aug. 1
Sony Interactive Marks 200 Apprentices in Career Program
Sony Interactive Entertainment and its apprentice program have welcomed more than 200 individuals, opening doors for underrepresented and non-traditional backgrounds talent.
Entertainment Industry Foundation Launches EIF Studios for Social Impact-Focused Content
“EIF Studios will allow us to shepherd important stories from around the world to reach an audience that can make a real impact on the outcome,” said EIF president and CEO Nicole Sexton.
Entertainment Industry Foundation Launches EIF Studios
“EIF Studios will allow us to shepherd important stories from around the world to reach an audience that can make a real impact on the outcome,” said EIF president and CEO Nicole Sexton.
Thymus may be critical to adult health
Research indicates the often-overlooked organ can be key predictor in longevity, disease risk, and cancer treatment outcomes.
Q&A: Is there no shame left in politics?
There is some, a UVA expert says, but the public has become accustomed to bad behavior.
Utica Comets Host Speedway Night
Racing fans and hockey fans will come together for a unique event at the Adirondack Bank Center.
City of Rochester seeking public comment as it prepares Annual Action Plan
Currently, the council is getting feedback from the public on its priorities — particularly when it comes to housing programs.
Men's health during pregnancy impacts baby health outcomes, new study says
Dr. Darien Sutton breaks down a new study.
Lisa Kudrow says early reality TV signaled 'the end of civilization'
Lisa Kudrow has called 'Survivor' winner Richard Hatch 'despicable' and admitted she was horrified by reality TV behavior in the medium's early days: 'The end of civilization.'
NASA’s Hubble Unexpectedly Catches Comet Breaking Up
NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope witnessed comet K1, whose full name is C/2025 K1 (ATLAS), in the act of breaking apart.
Fragmenting Comet C/2025 K1
This animation steps through the three Hubble images of the fragmenting comet C/2025 K1 (ATLAS), or K1, taken on Nov. 8, 9, and 10, 2025.
The Buzziest Outcomes From the Illinois Races
Here’s a rundown of the best comeback, proudest governor and most expensive water at a candidate’s watch party.
‘Stop the Steal’ delusions are back, aimed right at WA’s vote by mail
After going through a cooling off period, election denialism has come roaring back. It's fueling an attack on Washington's popular vote-by-mail system.
Local farmer says entering politics 'shouldn't be daunting'
In part 2 of NEPM's series on newcomers entering politics, Easthampton, Mass., poultry farmer Karl Prahl reflects on how losing a campaign pushed him into community service.
Local farmer says entering politics 'shouldn't be daunting'
In part 2 of NEPM's series on newcomers entering politics, Easthampton, Mass., poultry farmer Karl Prahl reflects on how losing a campaign pushed him into community service.
Local farmer says entering politics 'shouldn't be daunting'
In part 2 of NEPM's series on newcomers entering politics, Easthampton, Mass., poultry farmer Karl Prahl reflects on how losing a campaign pushed him into community service.
Republicans hope to label Democrats as party of election fraud in voter ID debate
Democrats say the bill could disenfranchise millions of Americans including women, minorities and low-income Americans.
Madison reports failing to count a ballot in February primary
The error comes as the city and former clerk face a class-action lawsuit over losing track of nearly 200 ballots in the 2024 presidential election.
Does Tencent Music Entertainment (TME)ʼs New Dividend Signal Evolving Capital Priorities or Strategic Caution?
Tencent Music Entertainment Group has reported fourth-quarter 2025 revenue of CNY 8,641 million and net income of CNY 2,203 million, and for the full year 2025 revenue of CNY 32,902 million and net income of CNY 11,056 million, alongside declaring an ordinary annual cash dividend of US$0.12 per share or US$0.24 per ADS totaling about US$368 million. Beyond the headline growth in revenue and earnings, the decision to distribute a sizeable cash dividend highlights Tencent Music Entertainment’s...
How sports traditions like March Madness can support brain health
Three experts from the University of Kentucky say the answer may be yes. Research shows that staying mentally, socially and emotionally engaged can help support long-term brain health. Activities tied to sports — like predicting tournament outcomes, reminiscing about past games or gathering with friends and family to watch — can stimulate memory, strengthen cognitive skills and foster meaningful social connections.
Tireless Advocates for Health
Three Gonzaga alumni are strengthening Washington’s community health network, supporting 28 systems and 400+ clinics that provide essential care regardless of insurance, income or circumstance.
WNBA, WNBPA Reach Tentative Verbal Agreement for New CBA
The historic deal comes after eight straight days of in-person negotiating by the two sides and is expected to take weeks to ratify.
Thunder first NBA side to clinch play-off place
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander enjoys 40-point night as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Orlando Magic and become the first NBA team to secure a play-off berth.
BrightSpring Health (BTSG) Climbs 7.8% on Double-Digit Growth Outlook
BrightSpring Health Services Inc. (NASDAQ:BTSG) is one of the 10 Stocks That Made Millionaires Today. BrightSpring rallied for a second day on Tuesday, jumping 7.81 percent to finish at $42.10 apiece, as investors welcomed the company’s reaffirmed growth outlook for this year. In a shareholders’ meeting on the same day, BrightSpring Health Services Inc. (NASDAQ:BTSG) […]
Arizona baseball loses at home to New Mexico
Though it lost two of three at Utah last weekend in its first Big 12 series, Arizona showed plenty of fight by tying or taking the lead in the 9th inning of each game. Unfortunately, that kind of effort didn’t come back with the Wildcats from Salt Lake City. The UA lost 6-3 to New […]
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for March 18, 2026, puzzle No. 541
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Daniel Biss wins Democratic primary for closely-watched Illinois House seat
Biss, the mayor of Evanston, Ill., topped political newcomer Kat Abughazaleh, a first-time candidate who ran as an unapologetic progressive in the race to succeed longtime incumbent Jan Schakowsky.
Juliana Stratton wins Democratic primary, set to become Illinois’ second Black woman senator
Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is all but certain to make history, becoming one of three Black women to serve in the Senate at the same time.
New event center comes to Wedgewood-Houston entertainment district
A new event center has opened its doors in Wedgewood-Houston’s entertainment district.
Thymic health and immunotherapy outcomes in patients with cancer
Nature - A deep-learning approach applied to routine CT scans is used to quantify the health of the thymus in a cohort of patients with cancer, and shows that thymic function is associated with...
A Massive Midterm Wave Isn’t Forming Yet. Here’s Why.
This is an era not just of hyperpartisanship, but of negative partisanship, in which partisans often hate the other side even more than they love their own. Many voters thus tend to see everything on a binary basis. Any given election outcome is seen as either a landslide victory or an unmitigated disaster. There is little appreciation, or even tolerance, for gradations between those outcomes.
California governor candidate sends scathing letter to USC
"You can't escape the detestable outcome."
Calif. governor candidate calls out 'chilling' debate format
"You can't escape the detestable outcome."
House leaders tie business tax benefits to income tax ballot question
House budget writers tucked a provision in a bill advancing this week that would potentially block benefits worth up to $400 million a year if the ballot question passes in November.
We work in an ICU — and see firsthand how Trump’s health care cuts are endangering Americans’ lives
Senate Republicans have deliberately allowed health insurance protections to expire to reduce federal spending, exposing a fragile system built upon temporary fixes — and leading to a growing number of tragic outcomes.
Attaining Optimal Gut Health: Doctor Separates Facts From Myth
Dr. Roshini Raj, gastroenterologist at New York University Langone Medical Center, joins TODAY to talk about what’s best for your digestive and gut health. She also separates facts and fiction when it comes to lemon water detoxing your stomach, whether you can have too much fiber and more.
Oregon Lays Out Core Public Health Plan Goals for Years Ahead
The plan, while largely conceptual, offers some insight into the thinking inside the state agency responsible for Oregonians’ health outcomes.
Oil prices jump as Iran warns Strait of Hormuz ‘cannot be the same’
Oil prices spiked Tuesday as Iran intensified its attacks on energy infrastructure across the Middle East and a senior regime figure suggested that the crucial Strait of Hormuz wouldn’t become safe for ships anytime soon.
US race to counter Iranian drones echoes response to roadside bombs in Iraq and Afghanistan
Facing deadly Iranian drone attacks across the Middle East, the US military has been rushing defensive systems into the region while adjusting to a threat that has come to dominates modern battlefields and carries echoes of a weapon that haunted service members during the 20 years of the war on terror.
Chelsea vs PSG – Match preview and team news
Chelsea welcome Paris Saint-Germain to Stamford Bridge tonight, needing a miracle to overturn a daunting three-goal deficit against the Champions League holders.The Blues arrive following a bruising 5...
Nvidia's Jensen Huang pitches tokens as recruitment strategy
Jensen Huang said engineers will soon be asking "how many tokens comes along with my job?" and is willing to pay them tokens worth half their salary.
Strait of Hormuz: Trump needs a coalition. Here’s how to build one
The first two weeks of the Iran crisis have demonstrated military dominance by the US and Israel, with asymmetrical responses from Iran. How this plays out over the coming weeks will determine the outcome.
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for March 17, 2026, puzzle No. 540
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Sitting down with Dr. Mary-Ann Etiebet, a leader in global health
From implementing vital HIV/AIDS service programs in Nigeria to leading a global initiative that improved maternal health outcomes for millions of women, Dr.
Fathers’ health crucial for pregnancy and child outcomes | University of Hawaiʻi System News
Investing in the wellbeing of boys and young men is a key to improving outcomes for future generations.
Trump's confidence is undimmed - but all Iran options comes with risk
The odds of a quick resolution to the war appear to be dwindling by the day, and the political stakes for the president are only growing.
Volvo Construction Equipment announces closure of Rokbak business
As part of a long term strategic shift and due to the unsustainable profitability of the Rokbak business Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) will close its Rokbak business and concentrate resources on its portfolio of other hauling solutions. The business had revenues of SEK 1.0 bn in 2025 and was loss-making. The closure of the business will negatively impact operating income by about SEK 0.7 billion in the Construction Equipment segment in Q1 2026 and will be reported as an adjustment. About SEK 0.4 billion refers to non-cash items with the majority related to goodwill impairment.
Houston businesses welcome spring break crowds despite online calls for visitors to stay away
Houston business owners say Spring Break visitors are boosting tourism and the local economy despite online calls for travelers to stay away.
Trump repeatedly suggests Newsom can’t be president because he has dyslexia
President Donald Trump has repeatedly taken aim at Democratic rival and possible 2028 presidential candidate Gavin Newsom. But lately, he’s become fixated on saying the California governor cannot be president due to his “learning disability.”
The 2026 primary could reshape Illinois politics ‘for decades to come'
The 2026 Illinois primary is not your average midterm election.
This unified approach helps put effective healthcare AI into practice
Health systems can transition from small-scale artificial intelligence pilots to high-speed, validated rollouts that meaningfully improve patient outcomes by maintaining three key guardrails, according to presenters at HIMSS26.
UEFA Champions League expert predictions, picks: Can Chelsea, Manchester City or Tottenham stage a comeback?
Elsewhere in the round of 16, Liverpool have a one-goal deficit to overturn, while Arsenal and Newcastle are tied with Leverkusen and Barcelona 1-1
Disney Entertainment New Leadership Set By Dana Walden
Debra OConnell will become chairman of Disney Entertainment Television, while Disney's gaming business, led by Sean Shoptaw, will now report to Walden.
Kennedy Center votes to shut down operations for 2 years and names a new president
The widely expected decision comes in the wake of numerous resignations and cancellations during President Donald Trump's second term, although Trump himself has cited the need for repairs as a reason for the closure.
Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson Visits NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue for Women’s History Month Program - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue welcomed Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson today for a Women’s History Month program titled “Leading the Change,”
MLB Free Agency Outlook: Arozarena, Skubal among top names
Two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal and Seattle Mariners OF Randy Arozarena could become free agents for the first time after the World Series next fall.
'The View' taps ex-presidential candidate Carly Fiorina as cohost after on-air 'demented' quip
'The View' welcomed former Republican presidential candidate Carly Fiorina as cohost years after ex-panelist Michelle Collins called her face 'demented' on the air.
Partisanship and science
I recently participated in a symposium of the Denver-based Institute for Science & Policy, during which I had a “fireside chat” with Tony Mills of the American Enterprise Institute. Mills has written extensively on the politicization of science, and the two of us had a very enjoyable hour-long conversation on the topic. You can watch it below. The main questions we dealt with are why there is such a vast partisan gap in trust of science, and to what extent this is a unique moment. Mills helpfully brings a good deal of data to the discussion, as he did in this useful piece at Issues in Science & Technology. Tusk depends on reader support. To support this work, please become a paid subscriber. Subscribe Note this graph, drawing on a range of survey data to demonstrate partisan attitudes toward science since 1970s. As it demonstrates, there’s been a very sharp partisan divergence in confidence in science during the Trump Era, starting prior to the Covid pandemic. At least in part, we can attribute this to a rise in populist anti-science rhetoric embraced by Trump, his appointees, and those in his media orbit. But as the graph also shows, the partisan divide has existed in the past, and it’s not always in the same direction. The largest divergence in party views toward science prior to 2016 was in the 1970s, when liberals equated scientific achievement with the military-industrial complex and thus trusted it less. That era of scientific mistrust is often overlooked. Indeed, as Mills notes, the Moon landings (1969-72), which today are considered one of the last great moments of national unity, were experienced nothing like that at the time. There was sharp debate back then over whether the Apollo missions were worth the vast expenditures when the country had so much else to deal with. It’s outside the dataset, and we don’t have the partisanship lens for it, but the 1950s was another deeply anti-science decade, with critics of intellectuals and college professors alleging their ties to communism and their lack of commitment to basic American moral beliefs. This was the subject of Richard Hofstadter’s 1962 book Anti-Intellectualism in American Life, in which he quotes religious leaders like Franklin Graham: [In place of the Bible] we substituted reason, rationalism, mind culture, science worship, the working power of government, Freudianism, naturalism, humanism, behaviorism, positivism, materialism, and idealism. [This is the work of] so-called intellectuals. Thousands of these “intellectuals” have publicly stated that morality is relative—that there is no norm or absolute standard.… This fervor was heavily whipped up by Sen. Joe McCarthy (R-Wisconsin), although it’s clear that not all his fellow Republicans were on board with his red-baiting. What ended that era? The simple answer is the 1957 launch of Sputnik. Americans became afraid that they were losing to Soviet scientists, and suddenly university researchers and government projects were awash with funding. In our conversation, I asked Mills about the possibility of us having a Sputnik moment again that would rally the American public in favor of science today. Mills argued that the COVID-19 pandemic was essentially a Sputnik moment — a terrifying threat to all Americans that required scientific advances to address. But thanks in part to political polarization and the populist and conspiratorial leanings of Donald Trump, we got the opposite of a unifying moment. Many Americans turned against science, despite science actually stepping up in that moment. As we discussed in the chat, it’s not clear what scientists could or should be doing in this moment to increase faith in their work. As Mills notes, one of the chief complaints against scientists and professors is that they’ve become too political; scholars becoming even more political might not help them achieve their goals. This (mainly Republican-driven) anti-science era will end, of course, but it’s not clear what event will bring that about. Share
Girls in Math and Science Day welcomes young scientists with unique STEM experiences
The Mid-Michigan Graduate Women in Science chapter and campus RSO hosted a Girls in Math and Science Day on March 14. This year’s event had the highest attendance since the pandemic, with an estimated 150 kids, 150 volunteers and 80 parents in attendance.
Resident Evil Requiem crosses 6 million copies sold, becoming the fastest-selling game in the survival horror series' history
Resident Evil Requiem has already sold 6 million copies and become the fastest-selling entry in the series' history, Capcom has announced.
Adams Named Palm Beach County Sports Commission's Coach of the Year
On Sunday evening, Keiser Women's Soccer Head Coach Alex Adams was named the Palm Beach County Sports Commission's Coach of the Year, announced during the Annual Palm Beach County Sports Hall of Fame Awards Celebration at the Palm Beach Kennel Club. The award is given based on a coaches accomplishments during the 2025 calendar year. Adams becomes the fourth Keiser head coach to win the award.
Villaraigosa's dreams for a political comeback meet reality
Villaraigosa hasn't held office since 2013. That's a problem for the former mayor, who is at the bottom of the polls.
Healthy ageing in Singapore: why health literacy matters
As Singapore becomes a “super-ageing” society, health literacy is key to helping older adults navigate care, stay healthy and remain socially connected. Explore the policies and initiatives supporting healthy ageing.
Virginia entrepreneurs on Trump’s dodgy tariffs: ‘It disrupts your business’
Refunds of the unconstitutional tariffs paid by companies across Virginia and the country will not come soon — if at all, guest columnist Jim Spencer writes.