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Cardinals Chosen As Innovative Philanthropic Company Of Year By Phoenix Business Journal
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Final weekend for Marsha's on South Street as the women's sports bar shuts down
Marsha's on South Street in Philadelphia is closing its doors for good after being open for just one year.
Oops, Apple's Website Just Hinted at iPad Mini 8
Apple has an unreleased iPad mini Smart Folio listed on its French regulatory website, hinting that a new iPad mini is coming. The case's A3632 model number doesn't match current or past iPad mini cases. Apple appears to have added the case to its website recently, and it's listed alongside iPhone 18 Pro accessories added in September. The listing doesn't include any iPad mini specs, but it does suggest design changes to the device it's meant for.
Grand Canyon flash flood relief: SBA opens disaster loans for small businesses
Small businesses and nonprofits affected by flash flooding at the Grand Canyon can now apply for low-interest federal disaster loans up to $2 million.
From labs to billboards: Behind China’s push to turn scientists into patriotic icons
Giant tributes to nuclear physicists and rocket scientists are popping up across major Chinese cities. However, academic Erik Baark observes that behind the scientific drive is a push for academic reforms.
Gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand meets with small business owners, city officials in Marshalltown
MARSHALLTOWN – Slightly more than 10 small business owners and Marshalltown city officials met with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand on Friday, Oct. 9, to talk about what was on their minds, and wages and healthcare were big topics. Alfonso Medina, the owner of La Carreta, hosted the small business roundtable discussion at his restaurant. […]
The PAIME Program: How Doctors Can Access Mental Health Care
Spain’s PAIME program offers confidential mental health and addiction care to physicians, while supporting recovery and helping to protect patient safety.
Joe Manganiello shares shocking hospital photos showing dramatic weight loss after near-death health crisis
‘Magic Mike’ star Joe Manganiello shares photos of his dramatic weight loss during the health scare he writes about in his new book, ‘Bloodlines.’
Orlando Science Center unveils new exhibit
The Orlando Science Center celebrated the opening of a brand-new exhibit, Extreme Sports: Beyond Human Limits, this September. The new exhibit at the Orlando Science Center offers visitors the chance to test themselves at a number of physical challenges. (COURTESY OF THE ORLANDO SCIENCE CENTER) The exhibit features five zones dedicated to different extreme sports,
Steph Curry Opens Up About Offseason Conversations With LeBron James
Golden State's star guard says there was talk this summer before the surprise move to Philadelphia.
Employee Retention Credit Eligibility for Healthcare Staffing Agencies: Legal Analysis of Southern Arizona Health Services v. United States
Southern Arizona Health Services Phoenix, LLC v. United States , No. 25-62T, Fed. Cl. , 2026 WL 29374 (Oct. 14, 2026) The United States Court of Federal Claims has issued a published opinion granting summary judgment to the government in Southern Arizona Health Services Phoenix, LLC v. United S
SF leaders slam video game where players shoot Tenderloin ‘zombies’
San Francisco leaders condemned a new game that turns a digital version of the Tenderloin into a shooting gallery, with targets that critics say resemble homeless residents and people with...
News Bites: Minnesota Immigrants, ICE, and Politics
A noise demonstration is scheduled in Albert Lea Sunday on behalf of a 23-year-old man with serious health issues who has been in ICE-related detention for 14 months. And Keith Ellison updates campaign volunteers on cases against ICE agents.
Berkeley Haas unveils strategic plan with new initiatives in AI, entrepreneurship, healthcare, and sustainability & social impact - Haas News
UC Berkeley Haas today unveiled a new strategic plan designed to strengthen its standing as a global business education leader, a school where analytical rigor, human judgment, and innovation work together to move business forward. The plan rests on three foundational pillars essential to the school’s mission: expanding the impact of its research; strengthening its […]
Last Call for 10.15.26 – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics
A digest of the day's politics and policy while the bartender refreshes your drink.
Billy Joel Health Update as He Auctions Off Motorcycle Collection
Billy Joel is saying goodbye to his motorcycle collection as he continues to navigate his normal pressure hydrocephalus diagnosis.
Oct. 15: Why Feds Are Investigating Rep. Ilhan Omar and Why Science Journalist Cleo Abram is Optimistic about AI
Just weeks before the midterm elections, federal agents searched the home of Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., seizing her phone and issuing around a dozen subpoenas, two people familiar with the DOJ investigation told NBC News. NBC News senior justice reporter Ryan J. Reilly explains how the move fits into a broader trend of the DOJ going after President Trump’s perceived political enemies and why it’s so unusual to launch this kind of probe right before an election. Then, Cleo Abram is a video journalist and the host of the widely popular YouTube series “HUGE* if true” and “HUGE* conversations,” where she looks at the potential and the solutions offered by science and technology. Cleo talks about why she’s still a tech optimist in light of growing AI doomerism and how her interviews with industry leaders have shaped her perspective on security and regulation. Lastly, we wade into the internet’s favorite controversy this week: singer and TV personality Kelly Clarkson’s social media fight with a Brooklyn shop over a mechanical bird. NBC News entertainment correspondent Chloe Melas spills the tea on the back-and-forth – and why the bird is now going for $15 million.
Here's why NJ consumers face double-digit Obamacare premium hikes
The five companies offering health insurance in New Jersey under the Affordable Care Cat, or Obamacare, are charging double-digit hikes.
Google reminds Android users of an overlooked scam detection tool
Circle to Search can help identify scam texts using AI Overviews, while Google Lens brings the same protection to more phones.
Columbia Mayor Barbara Buffaloe appears in political PSA on political differences
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Tom Haberstroh joins NBC Sports Philadelphia as 76ers sideline reporter
Tom Haberstroh is back covering LeBron James. Fifteen years ago, Haberstroh was one of a trio of ESPN reporters who decamped in Miami to run the Heat Index for the Worldwide Leader, a constantly running live feed of news and content around the “Big Three” era of the Miami Heat. Haberstroh chronicled LeBron James, Dwyane…
Med Center Health mammographer stresses yearly screenings after 40
Mammographer of 23 years breaks down comfort, compression and digital technology.
Happy Mexican on Winchester closed by Health Department
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Happy Mexican restaurant on Winchester has been closed by a Health Department order, according to signs posted on the front doors. One notice, from the Shelby County Health Departm…
Annual HIV summit held by Shelby County Health Dept.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Shelby County Health Department held its annual HIV summit Thursday, hoping for expansion of testing and prevention programs. Shelby County and the surrounding area, incl…
Trump’s history of deriding people who failed the bar exam
White House press secretary Katie Zacharia reportedly failed the exam.
Employees of Russellville-based Arkansas Tech University to face 14% health insurance premium hike in 2027
RUSSELLVILLE -- Faculty and staff at Arkansas Tech University are set to see double-digit increases in their health and dental insurance premiums in 2027 after the hikes were presented to the Board of Trustees on Thursday.
Sony just canceled a promised Android 17 update for one of its Xperia phones
Sony isn’t exactly known for speedy Android OS updates, but the company has now completely canceled an Android 17 update...
Suspicious materials sent to members of Congress, police say
Several other pieces of suspicious mail were sent to state officials this week, according to FBI.
Hungry for Scale, Wary of Reimbursement: The Behavioral Health M&A Dilemma
To sell or not to sell, that is the question facing private equity and behavioral health operators today. Timing the market has rarely felt this
Women’s Health Conference highlights 50th anniversary of Nurses’ Health Study | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Speakers highlighted solutions for improving women's health outcomes, and marked the 50th anniversary of the landmark Nurses' Health Study.
Grand Forks Public Health hosts annual contest to raise breast cancer awareness
For the “Paint the Patch Pink” competition, anyone can decorate a pumpkin and submit a photo for a chance to win a prize basket. The submission deadline is Oct. 25.
Ahead of the midterms, Alaskans’ phones are blowing up with political calls and texts
The messages are a cheap, easy way to fundraise, get out the vote and collect data, but some people are exhausted by the constant messaging.
IP Saves the Day On Streaming
(Welcome to my weekly streaming ratings report, the single best guide to what’s popular in streaming TV and what isn’t. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. If you were forwarded this email, please subscribe to get these insights each week.) Before we get started, I wanted to highlight a new idea I saw from Real Good AI, proposing a ratings system for AI use. (H/T to Anthony Kaufman’s article highlighting this.) It would look something like this: In general, I think that this is a solid, middle-ground solution that should appease both the pro-AI camp (who love AI) and the anti-AI camp (who wants to know if what they’re watching didn’t come from humans). Regardless of your feelings on AI/LLMs—I’ll never use it for my writing—transparency is often the best solution to many problems. In general, I think way more media outlets need to be using way more AI disclosures. My quick “Yes and...” to this idea: what about ads? In particular, I hate it when I see or hear ads that are obviously AI-generated, but a person or voice says, “I used this product”. AI doesn’t use products! Just today, I watched a YouTube ad where a “person” said they use some sort of rain wind chime...but that’s not a real person! They didn’t use this product. (Especially since the video of the wind chime itself also appeared to be AI-generated...) I believe most traditional advertising already has standards like this anyway.1 Okay, on to this week’s issue. We’re covering the week of 14-Sep, and then next issue, I’ll be fully caught up with Nielsen’s new release schedule. In the future, I plan to put out Streaming Ratings Reports each Monday after Nielsen’s Thursday releases. Overall, we had some big new shows this week, like Prime Video’s Reacher spinoff_, Neagley_, which is off to a big, big start, and Netflix’s latest in its Monster anthology, which is their largest opening since June and the second-largest since One Piece came out in March. All that, plus Slow Horses returns, the trio of returning shows (Lioness, Reacher and Ted Lasso) continue to dominate the top tens, Paramount+’s latest crime drama, a big whiff for a Netflix original film and a precipitous drop for Netflix film charts, all the flops, bombs and misses, and a whole lot more. Let’s dive right in! (Reminder: The streaming ratings report focuses on the U.S. market and compiles data from Nielsen’s weekly top ten viewership ranks, Luminate’s Top Ten Data, JustWatch and Reelgood interest data, Samba TV household viewership, company datecdotes, Netflix hours viewed data, Google Trends, and IMDb to determine the most popular content. While most data points are current, Nielsen’s data covers the weeks of September 14th to September 20th 2026. You can find a link to my terminology here.) Subscribe Television - IP For the TV Win Can I use the dirty word of entertainment journalism right now? IP. Shhh. Don’t tell anyone I said it. But IP works at the box office, and we’ve seen some evidence it works in TV too. Not as well, and not all the time—no absolutes here!—but often enough. And glancing at the Nielsen top ten…it worked this week! Take Prime Video, who has a monster hit in the crime drama Reacher. Would a spinoff work for that show? Yep! They binge-released Neagley, about a detective from the original Reacher series, and its eight episodes debuted to 29.6 million hours. Here’s how it stacks up to Reacher, one of Prime Video’s biggest shows: That’s great. Nearly as strong as Reacher’s opening! (Both shows started with eight, binge-released episodes, so this comparison is apples-to-apples.) Notably, Prime Video scheduled the debut of Neagley to overlap with Reacher’s most recent season, to help drive tune-in. Obviously, I love smart release strategies like that. And even though I wrote “obviously”, it’s not really that obvious, since streamers don’t often take advantage of natural overlaps like this_._2 Other data backs how well Neagley performed. It opened at second place on Samba TV for two weeks and got 51.7 million hours on Luminate. That’s the eleventh biggest opening on Luminate since May of 2024 and tied with Bridgerton’s third season opening. That’s a huge opening! Its IMDb is solid too, a 7.7 on 24K reviews. Netflix’s latest edition in the “Monster” series—which started with Jeffrey Dahmer and comes from Ryan Murphy—did well too, opening to 24.7 million hours. That’s the biggest opening for Netflix since I Will Find You in June, and second biggest since March. Unlike the Reacher series, this franchise is trending downward, though. The first Monster show—Dahmer - Monster—was giant. More than anything, I think this reflects that Netflix running out of extremely popular—if that’s the right word?—serial killers to feature. Still, the data says this is a very good opening. It made it to third place on Samba TV for two weeks. It also opened to 40.0 million hours on Luminate. That’s not quite as elite as Neagley, but still very, very strong. I’ll be honest: my priors coming into any given week are that IP works to help drive buzz for new shows, but TV shows need to stand on their own even more than movies, so they will succeed or fail based on their quality. But these two spinoffs definitely worked. Quick Notes on TV The top show, film or special this week? Football, again. Specifically, Prime Video’s season opener of Thursday Night Football. The games run long (three hours) but mainly a lot of people watch each game. That adds up to a lot of viewership. Paramount released the second season of MobLand on an unusual day for that service, a Friday! Often, they put their new shows out on a Sunday, as they did last year with a run of shows (Lioness, Tulsa King and Landman). MobLand didn’t make Nielsen in its first week, but on Samba TV it got to eighth and seventh place. Luminate had a smaller opening too, only 5.3 million hours. MobLand missed the Nielsen charts for its first eight weeks, so this season is off to a stronger start. (Bonus note: the first season streams on both Prime Video and The Roku Channel, but I only have it as Paramount+ on those charts.) I’ve mentioned a few times that foreign-language originals do lower numbers than English-language originals on Netflix most of the time. But I don’t usually emphasize what country those originals come from, and observationally, they tend to be from Western or Northern European countries, in general. So credit to Not a Stranger, a Turkish Netflix original, for breaking through on Luminate, getting to 7.9 million hours in its first full week on those charts. As I mentioned last issue, Crew Girl ended up making the Nielsen charts in its second week. That’s still a soft performance compared to many shows, but again this, one looks affordable. And if you’re curious, here’s how it stacks up to some other sports romance shows: We’re just getting started with this issue, but the rest is for paid subscribers of the Entertainment Strategy Guy, so if you’d like to find out… …about a new data source and how it drives streaming viewership… ...what reality show is struggling in its latest season…. ...what Netflix film bombed…. ...How Reacher, Ted Lasso, and Lioness are doing on the charts… ...what obscure sport put up great viewership numbers… …how far streaming films are falling… …all the flops, bombs and misses for the last week… …and more… ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support. If you want an idea of just how much content you’d get in a full issue, check out this older issue. Coming Soon! Next week, we’ve got a double issue, then we’ll be all caught up with Nielsen’s data. Yes! The goal is to have my report out on the Monday after I get Nielsen’s data. So next issue, I’m looking at East of Eden, The Great British Baking Show, a Willy Wonka game show (that people are upset uses AI, but viewers might not care), and a Cosby show spinoff reboot on Netflix, and Brothers on Apple TV (starring Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey). That’s about it for TV, but who’s going to win the streaming week, The Breadwinner or Backrooms on streaming? Answer: Toy Story 5. Plus Netflix has a Unabomber film and a new Tyler Perry film, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma tries to repeat The Substance’s run on MUBI, and Paramount+ has Jackass: Best and Last. Long term, Netflix is remaking Lonesome Dove. I love this choice, but man, there are a lot of westerns on TV right now. And they’re making Sega TV shows, including a Crazy Taxi TV show and Sonic show with an “edge”.
Michigan needs more behavioral health professionals
When a policy makes it harder for a student to become a social worker, the impact does not end with that student.
Reminder: Registration for JV and Varsity Winter Sports Begins this Saturday - Pine Bush Central School District
Reminder: Registration for varsity and JV winter sports will start on Saturday, October 17. The deadline is Saturday, October 31. Click here to register: Arbiter Please note that in order to participate in sports tryouts, athletes must have a completed online registration, current physical exam on file and clearance from the school nurse. Be sure to … Continue reading "Reminder: Registration for JV and Varsity Winter Sports Begins this Saturday"
Philadelphia Eagles announce Jalen Hurts out ‘indefinitely’
The Philadelphia Eagles will be without star quarterback Jalen Hurts on Sunday after the team released a statement about his health early Thursday afternoon. The Eagles released an official statement saying Hurts’ latest calf injury has progressed to a “movement in the small blood clot” on Wednesday’s most recent ultrasound. In Philly’s statement, team officials…
Federal maternal, infant health data collection system remains weak, puts health outcomes in jeopardy | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Medicaid funding cuts are jeopardizing the health of U.S. mothers and infants—and with a weak federal database to monitor maternal health outcomes, the consequences may be invisible, according to Harvard Chan School experts.
Former NFL player sues Jefferson Health, claims surgery ‘ended his career'
A former NFL player filed a lawsuit against a Pennsylvania health care system over a surgery that he claims was "unnecessary" and "ended his career."
Relive the Business Observer's 40 Under 40 issue
The latest class of honorees has a long list of accomplishments.
New Withings Users Must Pay $99/Year for Apple Health Syncing
Withings, the maker of smart scales for measuring body weight, has announced that customers who create an account on October 13, 2026 or later must have a Withings+ subscription for automatic syncing of data to third-party apps, including Apple's Health app. In the U.S., Withings+ costs $99.50 per year. If you created your account on or before October 12, 2026, automatic syncing to third-party apps remains free.
Nina Dietz to Discuss the Public Health Impacts of Wildfires at the Milken Institute
Image The Department of Global Health at George Washington University’s Milken Institute School of Public Health will host Pulitzer Center grantee and freelance journalist Nina Dietz at a Research and Practice Seminar. On Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 2:00pm-3:00pm EST, Dietz will present on her Pulitzer Center-supported project The Toxic Side of Climate Change. The project investigates the hazards left behind by urban wildfires in Los Angeles and examines the long-term risks these toxins pose to affected communities. The project also explores what remains in the ash and debris after a fire, and how those materials impact public health. Dietz is a writer, documentarian, and journalist reporting from a background rooted in both science and the humanities. Her work has appeared in New Lines Magazine, Inside Climate News, Science Friday, and at Photoville, among others.
Former Georgia Bulldog OT signs with Philadelphia Eagles
Former Georgia Bulldog offensive tackle Xavier Truss signed with the Philadelphia Eagles, according to a team announcement. Truss has bounced around
WaPo to close Springfield printing plant, cut 118 jobs
The Washington Post plans to close its Springfield printing plant and lay off 118 employees by the end of 2026 or early January
Ayotte calls on X to suspend NH Libertarian Party’s account for calling for political violence
Gov. Kelly Ayotte called for X to suspend the Libertarian Party of New Hampshire’s account after it posted the latest in a series of calls for political violence.
What Texas taxpayers say about giving $250M in school funds to arena
"Screw recapture. I'd rather them fund the construction of a $100m hot dog stand."
Billy Joel says he can't drive, perform in new health update
Billy Joel says he can't drive or perform amid his ongoing struggle with the brain condition normal pressure hydrocephalus.
Kansas Jayhawks Freshman Tyran Stokes Earns Even More Preseason Accodales
Kansas Jayhawks phenom Tyran Stokes is set to begin one of the most anticipated freshman seasons in NCAA history
Kyle Kuzma is taking his business interests to the microphone with new podcast
The Milwaukee Bucks forward will host weekly conversations with founders, investors, athletes and other leaders on “Read the Room with Kyle Kuzma,” premiering later this month.
Suspect in fatal Mason business shooting not competent for trial
He is accused of shooting and killing 29-year-old Vincent "Vinny" Stoetzel.
Six rehabilitated sea turtles return to the ocean following care at the Marine Science Center
The turtles — Frogish, Mangrove Snapper, Highland Cow, Nurse Shark, Armadillo, and Silkie Chicken — received treatment from the center's rehabilitation team before being cleared for release.
Netflix drops ‘Free Leonard Peltier’ film on Indigenous Peoples Day
The story of one of the most famous prisoners in the United States – Leonard Peltier – is on Netflix, the largest streaming platform, as of Oct. 12.
Billingsley School Unveils New Agriculture Science Building - Elmore-Autauga News
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NASA Satellites Observe Historic 2026 El Niño
A phenomenon rarer than a solar eclipse and more powerful than any single storm system is unfolding this fall, and NASA is tracking it closely.
Apple is about to kick off four weeks straight of new product launches
Next week’s iPhone Duo launch kicks off what’s shaping up to be four straight weeks of new Apple products arriving in users’ hands.
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe Says Physical AI Will Have Its 'Science Fiction' Moment by 2030
Speaking at the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, Scaringe said that transformative changes in robotics are set to happen soon.
California students post gains in math, science and English in 2025-26
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California students made gains across key academic and success measures during the 2025-26 school year, with test scores rising in English, math and science while the statewide graduation rate reached a record high of 87.9 percent. For the first time, the state released assessment results and California School Dashboard data together to give families and educators a more complete picture of student performance.English language arts scores increased 0.5 percentage points to 49.3 percent of students scoring proficient or advanced, while math scores rose 1.1 percentage points to 38.4 percent. Science showed the strongest improvement, jumping 3.3 percentage points to 36 percent of students scoring proficient or advanced.The statewide chronic absenteeism rate dropped 1.1 percentage points to 18.3 percent. The suspension rate declined to 2.8 percent, marking the third consecutive year of improvement."At a time when California continues to focus on accelerating learning and closing opportunity gaps, these results provide important evidence that our sustained investments are making a difference," Gov. Gavin Newsom said. "The continued progress we are seeing is a testament to the hard work of students, families and educators across the state—and we will continue working to build on these gains."The percentage of students prepared for college and career increased to 55.2 percent, up 2 percentage points from the previous year. More than 54 percent of graduates completed coursework required for admission to University of California and California State University systems, an increase of 0.9 percentage points."California has made important strides in expanding student supports and opportunities, but the pace of academic improvement reminds us that our work is far from finished," State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond said.Eighth grade students posted the strongest score trends in both English language arts and math. Science performance improved across all tested grades, with the strongest gains at the high school level.African American students demonstrated larger-than-average improvements across English, math and science. Hispanic or Latino students showed larger-than-average improvements in English and math, with positive math score trends across all grades.Students who were socioeconomically disadvantaged made gains across all 3 subjects, including larger-than-average improvements in English and math. Students who were homeless continued to demonstrate gains across grades, with particularly strong improvements in math."We are encouraged to see students making gains across all 3 major assessments and are especially encouraged by the progress of African American students, Hispanic or Latino students, socioeconomically disadvantaged students and homeless youth," said Linda Darling-Hammond, president of the California State Board of Education.The progress comes as California's public school system undergoes significant demographic change. Statewide school enrollment declined to approximately 5.73 million students in 2025-26, nearly 500-thousand fewer students over the past decade.The number of students with disabilities increased approximately 25 percent over the same period, from about 680-thousand to more than 850-thousand students. Graduation rates increased across nearly all student groups, including notable increases for American Indian or Alaskan Native students at 4.3 percentage points and students with disabilities at 3.7 percentage points.In Downey Unified School District, the rate of students demonstrating proficient or advanced grade-level knowledge increased by 2.1 percentage points in English, 2.8 percentage points in math and 4.7 percentage points in science. The district aligned graduation requirements with college admission expectations and invested in inclusive special education practices, expanded career technical education and expanded learning opportunities."The gains Downey Unified is seeing in student assessment results and on the Dashboard are the result of years of focused, consistent work across the district," Superintendent Roger Brossmer said.In Exeter Unified School District, proficiency rates increased by 4.6 percentage points in English, 2.3 percentage points in math and 3.6 percentage points in science. The district placed a strong focus on phonics and the science of reading, particularly in kindergarten through second grade."The gains Exeter Unified is seeing in student assessment results and on the Dashboard are the result of having great people who are focused on the right work, and great students who want to do well," Superintendent Melanie Dorough said.Union Elementary School District saw proficiency rates increase by 1.5 percentage points in English, 2 percentage points in math and 4 percentage points in science. Teachers regularly analyze state and local assessment data to guide instruction, supported by strong core instruction and early literacy strategies."Union Elementary School District's achievement gains reflect a focused, data-driven approach to meeting the needs of every student while fostering a strong sense of belonging, safety and connection," Superintendent Carrie Andrews said.The California Department of Education is examining local results to better understand strategies and conditions associated with stronger student outcomes. The state has made significant investments in recent years, including literacy and math coaching, tutoring, expanded learning opportunities, community schools and universal transitional kindergarten.
Europa League Game Time Thread: Juventus vs. Celta Vigo
Can Juventus remain atop the Europa League league phase table? Let’s find out!
Man, You’d Better Not to Break Your iPhone Duo Screen
At this point, the product is basically a walking (er, folding) advertisement for AppleCare.
Why Science Communication Is Breaking Down, and How Philanthropy Can Fix It
A Milken Institute team argues that the biomedical communication pipeline is breaking down at publication, distribution, and public engagement, and that philanthropy is uniquely positioned to repair it.
Justice Composed the Score for Grand Theft Auto VI
The French electronic duo have also tapped Tame Impala, SZA, and King Gizzard for a new song from the game’s soundtrack
Georgia RB avoids injury scare after career game vs. Alabama
Dwight Phillips Jr. returned to the game vs. Alabama after suffering what appeared to be an upper body injury. What is his injury status for Auburn
Tulane Defense More Poised for Challenge Memphsi Presents
The Tulane Green Wave have a daunting offense to face this weekend, but it's one they're certainly more used to.
Berlin Philharmonic planning to vacate Philharmonie for renovation from 2032-40
Kirill Petrenko and the Berlin Philharmonic face a big challenge. Renovations planned for their home, the Philharmonie, likely will displace the orchestra from 2032 to 2040. Petrenko, the chief conductor,
Phillies' Dave Dombrowski Sends Out Strong Message on Trea Turner
The 2026 season was one to forget for Philadelphia Phillies star Trea Turner.
Hilary Swank, 52, is pregnant, expecting third child
Oscar winner Hilary Swank, 52, and husband Philip Schneider are growing their family, now expecting their third child together.
NASA Welcomes All Ages, Experience Levels for Space Apps Challenge
Registration is open for the 2026 NASA Space Apps Challenge, a two-day global event on Saturday, Nov. 14 and Sunday, Nov. 15, where teams work to create
RWJBARNABAS HEALTH NAMES DR. ERWIN WANG, MD, MHA, SFHM, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF PHYSICIAN PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT
RWJBarnabas Health has appointed Erwin Wang, MD, MHA, SFHM, as Senior Vice President of Physician Performance Improvement. In this newly created role, Dr. Wang will lead physician-driven initiatives to enhance clinical quality, patient safety, and value-based care across the health system.
El-Sayed again denies ties to Muslim Brotherhood
“I wasn’t raised by my mother,” El-Sayed said in response to past social media posts that allege his mother was active in the Islamist movement in the 1970s.
Apple TV 4K 2022 vs. 2026 Buyer's Guide: All Differences Compared
Apple announced the fourth-generation Apple TV 4K earlier this week, introducing the A19 chip, built-in microphones for hands-free Siri, four-speaker HomePod surround sound, and an updated Siri Remote. It replaces the third-generation model introduced in 2022, bringing a number of internal changes while retaining the same basic design and most of the same entertainment features. The new model costs $299 and comes with 128GB of storage.
Apple sets preorder date for its ambitious and expensive iPhone Duo
Apple's iPhone Duo is available for preorder Friday, Oct. 16.
AMC Entertainment Continues To Score In And Out Of The Box Office
AMC stock remains a buy as box office rebounds, debt refinances to 2031–2033, and new revenue streams grow. Read the full analysis here.
International Paper entertains offers for EMEA business
The Memphis, Tennessee-based company confirmed that it has received unsolicited offers for the independent company it’s spinning off in the EMEA region.
New Intermountain Health Study Finds Escalating Treatment Earlier for Patients with Life-Threatening Septic Shock Doesn’t Improve Survival or Recovery
A new study from researchers at Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City found that starting an advanced medication earlier for critically ill patients with life-threatening septic shock does not improve their survival, shorten hospital stays, or improve their recovery compared with waiting until their condition potentially worsens.These new resea...
Essentia Health-Ada recognized by Vizient as a top performing hospital
Essentia Health-Ada is proud to announce that it has been recognized as a top performing hospital in the 2026 Bernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Ranking by Vizient.
Amazon launches new "personal AI" devices that can listen to your conversations and take notes
The products include a silicone wristband that can be clipped to clothing and a device that magnetically attaches to the back of a phone.
Phillies re-sign former Yankees, Blue Jays veteran reliever
The Phillies make their first offseason roster move.
Apple CEO John Ternus on Early Foldables: 'Kind of Cheap and Crappy'
In a recent interview with TIME, Apple CEO John Ternus described some early foldable smartphones as feeling "kind of cheap and crappy". Samsung released its first foldable in 2019, but Apple opted to take its time and has now developed the iPhone Duo with a premium design and a barely-noticeable display crease.
Roane State dedicates Knox Regional Health Science Education Center courtyard to philanthropist Natalie Haslam
Roane State and Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Knoxville leadership, Roane State Foundation board members and staff, former and current state government officials, and Haslam family members and friends
Veronica Leoni Exits Calvin Klein After Four Seasons
The Italian-born designer led the return of Calvin Klein Collection to New York Fashion Week. A successor has not yet been named.
Science History Institute Opens Permanent Alchemy Exhibit in Philadelphia
A new permanent exhibit at the Science History Institute in Philadelphia, Fire and Gold: The Art of Alchemy (1450–1850), explores alchemy as early modern chemistry and the development of experimental,…
Science History Institute Opens Permanent Alchemy Exhibit in Philadelphia
A new permanent exhibit at the Science History Institute in Philadelphia, Fire and Gold: The Art of Alchemy (1450–1850), explores alchemy as early modern chemistry and the development of experimental,…
Henrico Business Watch: Business license filings Oct. 8–14, 2026
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Clinton Policy Institute outlines maternal health solutions for states
Health Care Clinton Policy Institute outlines maternal health solutions for states It’s the first major report from the project, which launched in July to foster nonpartisan policies to improve the wellbeing of children and families. Stephanie Akin 10:00 AM, Oct 15, 2026 Dr. Jacob Lenz performs an ultrasound at the Oklahoma State University obstetrics and gynecology clinic in Tulsa, Okla., on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Mary Conlon) The Clinton Policy Institute is calling on states to lead efforts to curb maternal mortality, releasing a 61-page playbook Thursday highlighting successful policies that could be adopted nationwide. The playbook is the first major report from the Clinton Foundation’s project, which launched in July to foster nonpartisan state and local policies to improve the wellbeing of children and families. “Eighty percent of maternal deaths are preventable, and we know what works,” CPI Chair Jennifer Klein said. “The solutions are well established and evidence-based.” CPI’s mission is to convene political leaders from both parties, policy experts, state officials and other stakeholders to explore solutions to longstanding problems. “What we aim to do is bring together people who are deeply engaged, but may not be meeting together in the same room,” Klein said, noting that state policymakers might not always be aware of what their peers are doing in other states. In May, CPI brought together lawmakers from Virginia and Pennsylvania, two of the 14 states that have passed bipartisan maternal health “Momnibus” packages modeled after a comprehensive federal proposal that has repeatedly stalled, called the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act. Other participants included Dr. Mona Hanna, founder of Rx Kids, a Michigan program that provides direct cash allowances to pregnant women and infants. Pennsylvania Rep. Morgan Cephas, who was part of the group, said she learned about funding opportunities she hadn’t come across during her decade in the Legislature. “As legislators we can issue grants, we can pass legislation, we can move policy, but we want to ensure that funding opportunities and programs that are tackling this issue are sustainable,” Cephas said. The playbook outlines broad areas where state policy can make a difference, such as allowing Medicaid to pay for doulas and remote patient monitoring, and using federal and private grant funding to pay for home visits to pregnant and postpartum women. For each category, it highlights innovative programs that can serve as models, with examples of specific actions state lawmakers and governors’ offices can take. Those include the Rx Kids model, which gets funding from the Michigan state budget; Pennsylvania’s Healthy Moms Vibrant Futures strategic action plan, emphasizing equity-centered maternal care, regional collaboration, Medicaid innovation, and workforce development that was launched this year with more than 160 stakeholders; and Kansas’s Bridging Plan, which reserves three slots and provides at least $26,000 in loan forgiveness for obstetric residents who commit to practicing in rural or underserved communities for 36 months. CPI emphasizes that its work is nonpartisan. Klein, the director of the White House Gender Policy Council under former President Joe Biden, acknowledged that CPI also takes positions on abortion, Medicaid funding, and the need to address the economic and social drivers of poor health, which might rankle some conservatives. “We don’t shy away from talking about those things that we think are part and parcel of the maternal health crisis in this country,” Klein said. “That said, there are so many policies that are both evidence-based and have been tried successfully in both red and blue states, and people can see that they can have real impact.” She pointed to the federal option to extend postpartum Medicaid coverage from 60 days to 12 months that was made available during the Biden administration and has since been adopted by every state but Arkansas. Other initiatives embraced across party lines include Medicaid coverage for midwives and doulas, as well as “bundled” payments for prenatal and postpartum care. That alternative payment model, pioneered in states such as Arkansas, Colorado and Tennessee, incentivizes fixed fees to cover all healthcare services associated with pregnancy and childbirth. Advocates say it promotes more coordination among caregivers, discourages unnecessary interventions, and expands postpartum support. In addition to maternal health, the initiative is also focused on addressing family economic security, children’s well-being, and democracy and civic resilience.