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Louise Erdrich wins the Gish Prize, a top arts honor
Louise Erdrich has received the Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the arts | WBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM
Louise Erdrich wins the Gish Prize, a top arts honor
Louise Erdrich has received the Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the arts | Talk Radio 1210 WPHT
Louise Erdrich wins the Gish Prize, a top arts honor
Louise Erdrich has received the Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the arts | KNSS Radio
Louise Erdrich wins the Gish Prize, a top arts honor
Louise Erdrich has received the Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the arts. The award honors those who enhance the world's beauty and enrich human understanding.
Conflict mapping research group founded by OSU researcher wins national award for open science
The American Geophysical Union has awarded the 2026 Open Science Recognition Prize to the Decentralized Damage Mapping Group, an international research team co-founded by Oregon State University Professor Jamon Van Den Hoek and postdoctoral scholar Corey Scher.The prestigious award is in recognition of DDMG’s contributions of satellite mapping data of regions beset by war, conflict or natural disasters to the public sphere, particularly to aid in humanitarian response and provide journalists with up-to-date information.
Maine Dems hammer Collins over report of pay-to-play probe. GOP senator calls it 'completely false'
Maine Democrats on Wednesday assailed U.S. Sen. Susan Collins over a news report that the FBI investigated how much she knew about illegal campaign contributions that sent one of her donors to prison.
Billionaire's political contributions make the Epstein files a focus of Ohio's US Senate race
Cherry Hill sends $240,000 from opioid settlement to schools for mental health professional
Cherry Hill Township Council last week voted to make a $240,000 contribution to the district from the fund’s balance of about $764,000.
Billionaire's political contributions make the Epstein files a focus of Ohio's US Senate race
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Billionaire Les Wexner has long been a magnet for political campaigns seeking contributions — especially in his native Ohio, where the retail tycoon directed a generous portion of his giving to candidates from both parties. Then came the Epstein files.
Billionaire's political contributions make the Epstein files a focus of Ohio's US Senate race
Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's relationship to the rich and powerful has surfaced in congressional contests across the country. In Ohio, it’s an issue that has figured prominently in the...
Billionaire's political contributions make the Epstein files a focus of Ohio's US Senate race
Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's relationship to the rich and powerful has surfaced in congressional contests across the country. In Ohio, it’s an issue that has figured prominently in the
Billionaire's political contributions make the Epstein files a focus of Ohio's US Senate race
Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's relationship to the rich and powerful has surfaced in congressional contests across the country
Billionaire's political contributions make the Epstein files a focus of Ohio's US Senate race
Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's relationship to the rich and powerful has surfaced in congressional contests across the country.
Merck Life Science Expands Bengaluru Manufacturing with €13 Million Investment
Merck Life Science is expanding its manufacturing capabilities in Bengaluru with an investment of approximately €13 million, strengthening the company’s ability to supply critical materials to customers across India and the wider Asia-Pacific region. The expansion at Merck Life Science’s Jigani site in Bengaluru will introduce biological buffer manufacturing alongside the facility’s established chemistry capabilities. The investment is designed to enable faster and more reliable access to critical materials used by customers across research, diagnostics, biotechnology and biopharmaceutical manufacturing. The development further advances Merck Life Science’s “in-region, for-region” approach, under which the company is expanding manufacturing capabilities closer to the markets and customers it serves. By adding biological buffer production in India, the Jigani expansion will broaden the site’s manufacturing capabilities while strengthening Merck Life Science’s regional supply infrastructure for the rapidly developing life sciences sector across India and Asia-Pacific. The company said the expansion reflects both the contribution of its teams and its collaboration with government and industry stakeholders. Merck Life Science acknowledged the support of India’s Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), the German Embassy New Delhi, and Invest India in helping strengthen life science manufacturing capabilities in the region. The investment comes as India continues to expand its role across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, diagnostics and biomanufacturing value chains, increasing demand for dependable regional access to materials supporting research and manufacturing operations. The Bengaluru expansion reinforces Merck Life Science’s focus on building manufacturing capacity within Asia-Pacific and supporting customers through a more regionalised supply network.
MTA boss Lieber says agency’s targeting ‘kooky’ work rules, health insurance contributions in labor talks with transit union
In the MTA's contract negotiations with the union representing nearly 40,000 New York City Transit workers — Transport Workers Union (TWU) Local 100 — the
Michigan Ballot Proposal 2: Money out of politics
Proposal 2 on the Michigan ballot this November would prohibit utility companies and some government contractors from making political contributions
Inter Not Getting Much Contribution from EPL Signings
Inter based their summer strategy on bringing in players from the Premier League to try to get closer to those powerhouses in Europe, but the early returns have been paltry at best. Only Curtis Jones ...
Connecticut, Arizona congresswomen celebrate Hispanic-owned businesses in Fair Haven
FAIR HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Two congresswomen toured Grand Avenue in Fair Haven Monday, showcasing the contributions, hard work and impact of Hispanic-owned businesses in Connecticut. U.S. Rep. Rosa…
Introducing the 2026 Northeast Arkansas C-Suite Award winners
It is with great pride that we present to you the third annual Northeast Arkansas C-Suite Awards. The honor acknowledges regional leaders’ contributions, commitment to the community and exceptional professional...
Former Falmouth Resident Wins Grammy As Recording Engineer
Former Falmouth resident Matthew Soares recently received a Grammy Award as a recording engineer for his contribution to “I Will Not Be Moved (Live)” by The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir. The
Campaign cash from utility leaders prompts fight in governor's race
The candidates for Michigan governor vow cheaper energy bills and attack one another over utility leader and PAC campaign contributions.
Employer Health Costs Are Projected to Jump 8.2%. At 65, Moving to Medicare Means Her HSA Contributions Have to Stop
Switching from an employer plan to Medicare looks straightforward until a single enrollment rule quietly wipes out months of tax-free contributions, and most workers only discover it after the damage is done.
Employer Health Costs Are Projected to Jump 8.2%. At 65, Moving to Medicare Means Her HSA Contributions Have to Stop
Switching from an employer plan to Medicare looks straightforward until a single enrollment rule quietly wipes out months of tax-free contributions, and most workers only discover it after the damage is done.
Crossville Business Named Property of The Year - UCBJ
Grinder House Coffee Shop Named 2026 Tourism Property of the Year (UCBJ) - Grinder House Coffee Shop (GHC) in Crossville was named the 2026 Tourism Property of the Year in the Small category during the Tennessee Hospitality & Tourism Association’s Stars of the Industry Awards. The honor recognizes businesses for excellence in customer service, visitor experience and positive contributions to…
Rays Get Contributions From Entire Roster While Seeking Division Title
Richie Palacios, Cam Booser, Victor Mesa, Jr. and Cole Sulser have been enjoying productive Septembers in helping the Tampa Bay Rays' pursuit of an AL East crown.
Trump says his son told him he will pay back Russian oligarch for wedding contribution
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Trump’s Open Claims That He Directs Super PAC Spending Draw Watchdog Complaint
Federal law bars those holding federal office from directing spending decisions for a political organization with no contribution limits.
Olympic Studies Centre wins international sports management award
The Olympic Studies Centre (OSC) has received the 2026 European Association for Sport Management (EASM) Sports Organisation Award for its contribution to academic research and for strengthening ties between academia and the Olympic Movement.
MIT School of Engineering faculty and staff receive awards in spring 2026
Faculty and researchers across the MIT School of Engineering were recognized in spring 2026 with prestigious awards for their contributions to research, technology, society, and education.
Employee health plans to remain unchanged for 2027, contributions to increase
When Penn State’s 2027 benefits open enrollment period begins on Nov. 2, benefits-eligible faculty and staff will continue to have access to the same high-quality health care coverage and programs. Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, employees will see an increase in their payroll contributions to keep pace with rising health care costs.
MDI Health Celebrates Community at 2026 Annual Meeting
BAR HARBOR—MDI Health celebrated the people and partnerships strengthening local healthcare during its 2026 Annual Meeting and Community Celebration, held September 15 at the Bar Harbor Club. The gathering brought together patients, medical staff, employees, trustees, volunteers, supporters, and community partners to recognize the year’s accomplishments and honor those whose contributions make a meaningful difference across the organization and the communities it serves. “This celebration is an opportunity to recognize the extraordinary people who make our work possible,” said Chrissi Maguire, president and CEO of MDI Health. “Their compassion, dedication, and belief in strong local healthcare can be felt throughout our hospital, health centers, Birch Bay Village, and the communities we serve.” During the celebration, MDI Health presented its 2026 Impact Award to Mount Desert Nursing Association (MDNA), recognizing the organization as Community Partner of the Year for providing compassionate, skilled in-home nursing care across Mount Desert Island, Trenton, and Lamoine. “MDNA extends care beyond our walls, helping people remain safely at home, surrounded by the people and places they know and love,” Maguire said. “Its work lies at the intersection of healthcare and community and strengthens our entire healthcare system.” “For 77 years, MDNA has helped our neighbors recover and remain safely at home,” said Amy McVety, MDNA Executive Director. “Our longstanding partnership with MDI Health helps ensure a seamless transition from hospital to home and the continued care patients need. We are grateful for this recognition and especially proud of our talented, hardworking team.” The evening marked a transition in Board leadership. Martha Wagner, PhD, was recognized as she concluded her term as chair of the MDI Health Board of Trustees. Madeleine Braun, PhD, MBA, was introduced as incoming chair. “It is an honor to build on Martha’s leadership and serve an organization so deeply connected to this community,” Braun said. Individual honorees recognized during the evening’s program included Nancy D’Agostino, MDI Health Volunteer of the Year; George Rossi, Birch Bay Village Volunteer of the Year; Marc Woolfolk, Birch Bay Village Employee of the Year; and Beth Applebee, MDI Hospital Employee of the Year. “These honorees represent the very best of who we are,” Maguire said. The program also highlighted new initiatives and honors from the past year. MDI Health launched a free Screening Mammogram Scholarship Program to remove financial barriers to early detection, supported by a generous grant from the Maine Cancer Foundation. An in-hospital food pantry has been opened to meet rising community need and address the link between nutrition and health. MDI Health earned CMS five-star ratings for Patient Experience and Nurse Communication, top marks in the 2026–2027 Lown Institute Hospitals Index, recognition from the American Hospital Association and American Heart Association, and a third consecutive Best Places to Work in Maine designation. The hospital will open its new Main Entrance this fall, as work advances on the expanded Emergency Department and other patient-care spaces. The Building Our Future Campaign has raised more than $56 million in capital and programmatic support to date. “Everything we have accomplished reflects the strength of this community,” Maguire said. “We are grateful to everyone who has contributed their time, talent, leadership, and support to help MDI Health continue meeting the evolving needs of the region.” Subscribe Share Leave a comment
Dolly Parton honored posthumously, shares prerecorded video message
Singer Dolly Parton performs, January 24, 2014 in Rancho Mirage, Calif. (Valerie Macon/Getty Images)The late Dolly Parton is sharing a new video message, which was recorded before she died in August.The Americana Music Association released Parton’s video Wednesday, which was submitted as part of her acceptance of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Americana Honors & Awards.“Roots music, or what is now called Americana music, is what I grew up playing back in the Smoky Mountains,” Parton said in part in the video. “It’s that same music that drew me back to East Tennessee back in 1997 to write and record my album 'Hungry Again.' And that project really opened the door to a series of bluegrass and acoustic albums that changed the course of my career in so many ways.”“Now, new fans discovered these albums, new Americana music communities embraced them, and now looking back at it all, I see this era of my career as a musical renaissance of sorts,” Parton continued.The Americana Music Association announced in August that Parton — whose songs include “I Will Always Love You,” "Coat of Many Colors" and “Jolene” — was being recognized for her “enduring contributions as one of history’s greatest songwriters and recording artists.”Parton was in good company: Emmylou Harris, Van Morrison and Willie Nelson are among the artists who have been honored with the Americana Music Association Lifetime Achievement Award.Parton, a Tennessee native, died on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 following a private battle with cancer, according to her family.Throughout her six-decade career, Parton built a legacy that expanded beyond music into entrepreneurship and philanthropy.Copyright © 2026, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
Can researchers trust that AI models won’t leak their ideas?
Research funders are asking how they can stop confidential scientific ideas in grant proposals from leaking out through large language models (LLMs), for example if reviewers use AI to help them judge applications. Last week, a row erupted in mathematics after OpenAI announced it had solved a notoriously difficult problem, only for another mathematician to demand answers over whether the company had used ideas he had fed into its models. The spat, and the broader issue of idea leakage through AI models, was discussed by funders at an R&D policy conference held in Paris on September 14. At worst, it threatens to undermine the correct attribution of breakthroughs, one of the foundations of modern science. The mathematics dispute around OpenAI is “certainly something we're looking at” Jason Gallo, head of the newly established Office of Metascience at the US National Science Foundation (NSF), told the Blue Sky Forum, hosted by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. The controversy started on September 8, when OpenAI announced it had cracked a mathematical problem that had gone unsolved for 90 years. Using a swarm of AI agents, millions of dollars’ worth of computing power and a new internal model, the company said it had finally proved that a long-used formula for modelling fluid dynamics breaks down under certain conditions. However, Tristan Buckmaster, a New York University mathematician who had been independently working with collaborators on the same problem using OpenAI’s Codex tool, hit back with a statement questioning whether the company had snooped on his Codex sessions to gain an advantage. OpenAI has always denied it looked up the “specific user data” of Buckmaster and colleagues. However, the company initially admitted that “while unlikely, we cannot rule out that de-identified data derived from their usage of our products helped improve our models,” although its proofs “differ significantly” from Buckmaster’s. The firm later said that, following an investigation, it concluded that Buckmaster’s Codex prompts “could not have influenced the [OpenAI] system in any way, including through training.”Funder concernYet OpenAI’s initial admission that its model might have ingested Buckmaster’s ideas, then spat them out to its own mathematicians, has scientistsworriedthat their work could leak out if shared with AI. Some AI tools give users an opt-out option to stop their sessions from training the model. If such guarantees can be trusted, this gives scientists some confidence they can use an LLM to develop an idea without the risk of it leaking out.But there’s a bigger potential vulnerability. To win money to investigate ideas, scientists have to share them with funding bodies. These grant proposals are normally kept strictly confidential, to prevent other scientists from scooping them, or to protect commercially valuable intellectual property. To preserve this confidentiality, when the NSF uses AI models, “we have to be sure that it's not making server calls out to an external party, leaking that data,” said Gallo to delegates in Paris. Leaks through reviewersHowever, funders normally use external academic reviewers to assess proposals. And there are growing worries that these reviewers are feeding grant ideas into AI models to help them make a judgement. Research funders have noticed that peer review reports and funding recommendations have “suddenly become much longer, more detailed and complex,” said Diogo Machado, head of the data science unit at Technopolis, a science and technology-focused consultancy. “The sense is that reviewers are increasingly using generative AI in their review work, even where guidelines sometimes forbid it,” he told Science|Business. “This is very difficult for funders to control or prove.” Happening at scaleThis sharing of confidential proposals with AI models is “happening at scale already,” said James Wilson, executive director of the Research on Research Institute, based at University College London, during the debate in Paris. In response, Gallo said the NSF had “strict guidance” around the uploading of proposals to AI models. But he added the NSF was mulling new types of assessment to make sure applicants were truly the originators of their ideas, such as following a short-form proposal with an oral presentation, which would allow the foundation to “really interrogate the investigator on their intellectual contribution.” Related articlesHow can Europe cope with a flood of AI-assisted research grant proposals?The risks and benefits of AI in screening research grant proposals Viewpoint: AI could make scientific overload worse“For us as funders, a lot of the ways to ensure that the application remains the applicant's own intellectual contribution, those ways are quite regressive,” Peter Clifford, head of strategy at Research Ireland, told delegates. “They're maybe ten or 15 or 20 years old, and they don't scale particularly well.” Disputes over the origin of ideas are as old as modern science. Isaac Newton and Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz spent more than a decade arguing over who invented calculus, for example. And long before LLMs emerged, academics would agonise over how much of their early work to reveal at conferences, in case their colleagues scooped them, Jack Leahy, a senior metascience advisor to the UK government, told delegates. But AI was “accelerating” the “problems of the system,” he said.
Access denied! Rivals celebrate Corinthians exit, Memphis in focus
Corinthians came up short in front of the Fiel.And helped their rivals PARTY thanks to the "contribution" of Memphis Depay.The latest Libertadores disappointment sparked all kinds of reactions on soci...
HHS recognizes 2026 Behavioral Health and Children and Family Services Conference award recipients | Health and Human Services North Dakota
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) recognized five individuals and teams for their outstanding contributions to children, families and behavioral health services during the 2026 Behavioral Health & Children and Family Services Conference. The annual awards recognize providers and professionals who demonstrate exceptional service, innovation, leadership and a commitment to improving the lives of North Dakotans.
TENNESSEE VOLS FOOTBALL: VFLs make impact in NFL debuts
A trio of former Tennessee standouts made notable contributions during the opening week of the 2026 NFL season, highlighted by Josh Palmer's game-winning touchdown catch for Buffalo, while several other Vols made their NFL debuts.
Here's What Shapiro's Huge Edge Over Garrity In National Campaign Contributions Looks Like
by Charlie Wolfson, Pittsburgh's Public SourceSeptember 14, 2026 Pittsburgh's Public Source is an independent nonprofit newsroom serving the Pittsburgh region. Sign up for our free newsletters. Gov. Josh Shapiro is barrelling toward Election Day Nov. 3 with an overwhelming financial advantage over his challenger, state Treasurer Stacy Garrity. Shapiro, a…
Ranking Members Markey, Velázquez, American Small Businesses Fight Back Against Trump SBA’s Discriminatory Anti-Immigrant Lending Policies
More than 120 small businesses and organizations pen letter of support for Ranking Member Markey’s resolution striking down Trump’s ban on awarding SBA loans to green card holders Letter (PDF) (Washington, September 15) – Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today garnered additional support from Main Street small businesses for his Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to rescind the Trump administration’s discriminatory policy that bans green card holders from accessing essential Small Business Administration (SBA) loans. In a letter of support, more than 120 American small businesses and community organizations, led by Small Business Majority, applauded Ranking Member Markey’s efforts to overturn the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant lending ban and advocated for the passage of Ranking Member Markey’s CRA resolution in the Senate. House Small Business Committee Ranking Member Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY-7) is leading the resolution in the House of Representatives. The Trump administration’s green card holder ban is the most recent escalation of SBA’s draconian citizenship restrictions that are killing jobs and putting the American Dream further out of reach for entrepreneurs. In Fiscal Year 2025, Trump’s SBA made an estimated $5.5 billion in loans to green card holders, which supported more than 80,000 jobs nationwide. “The Trump administration’s continued attacks on American small businesses and jobs are anti-American, they’re discriminatory, and they’re dragging down our communities and our economy. Thanks to partners like Small Business Majority, countless small businesses, and community organizations, we are fighting back and holding them accountable,” said Ranking Member Markey. “I will not stop fighting to rescind this hateful policy that attacks American entrepreneurs and prevents them from pursuing the American Dream.” “Small businesses and organizations across the country are sending a clear message that the Trump administration's discriminatory lending rules are bad for business,” said Ranking Member Velázquez. “I want to thank Small Business Majority for leading this effort and amplifying the voices of the entrepreneurs who create jobs and strengthen our local economies. As Ranking Member of the House Small Business Committee, I will keep pushing to stop these attacks on the American Dream and ensure that every eligible entrepreneur can access the capital they need to succeed.” In the letter, the small businesses write, “Congress must reaffirm its commitment to serving those who are rightfully and legally entitled to accessing key government guaranteed loan programs in pursuit of the American Dream. Restoring access to responsible, government-guaranteed loans for such a critical segment of our economy will allow thousands of small businesses to access the capital they require to grow and invest in American communities. If Congress does not act to protect access to the very ideals that our country was founded upon by rewarding those who adhere strictly to legal immigration pathways, local economies, communities and Main Street will pay the price.” Ranking Member Markey’s CRA resolution follows his introduction of the Investing in the American Dream Act alongside Ranking Member Velázquez earlier this year. The Investing in the American Dream Act would roll back the SBA’s draconian lending restrictions and restore previous SBA lending policies for immigrant entrepreneurs lawfully in the U.S., including green card holders, refugees, and asylees. More than 100 organizations have called for the passage of the legislation and more than 60 Massachusetts state legislators have raised concerns about the impact of the citizenship restrictions in their local communities. Ranking Member Markey is fighting for small business owners and immigrants that rely on SBA loans to start and run their businesses, create jobs, and contribute to their communities. In July, Ranking Member Markey and Ranking Member Velázquez introduced a bicameral resolution to rescind the Trump administration’s policy that bans green card holders from accessing essential SBA loans to start and grow their businesses and invest in Main Streets nationwide. In May, Ranking Member Markey highlighted the significant contributions of immigrant entrepreneurs in Massachusetts and across the country and condemned the Trump administration’s repeated attacks on immigrant communities at a Small Business Committee hearing. MIRA’s Elizabeth Sweet, who participated in Ranking Member Markey’s listening session earlier in May, provided testimony at the hearing. Also in May, Ranking Member Markey hosted a listening session at the Urban College of Boston to hear directly from several Massachusetts immigrant small business owners, lenders, and chambers of commerce how President Trump’s cruel and callous anti-immigrant policies are hurting Main Streets in the Bay State. Earlier in May, Ranking Member Markey hosted a press conference alongside Ranking Member Velázquez, Democratic lawmakers, and stakeholders to condemn the Trump administration’s harmful anti-immigrant lending policies and to introduce the Investing in the American Dream Act. In March, Ranking Member Markey released a comprehensive report detailing the harms to small business owners, workers, and consumers caused by the Trump administration’s ICE raids in communities across the country. In February, Ranking Member Markey introduced the Small Business ICE Disruption Fund Act, which would provide grants to small businesses that have been impacted by the Trump administration’s violent immigration enforcement actions on Main Streets across the United States. Earlier in February, Ranking Member Markey, Ranking Member Velázquez, Congressional Black Caucus Chair Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Adriano Espaillat (D-N.Y.), and Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Chair Grace Meng (D-N.Y.) sent a letter urging the SBA to rescind their lending rule change that bars legal permanent residents from receiving SBA loans. Previously, Ranking Members Markey and Velázquez released a statement condemning the actions of the SBA after it announced that small businesses with legal permanent residents will be barred from receiving SBA loans. In December 2025, Ranking Member Markey and all Democratic members of the Senate Small Business Committee sent a letter to the SBA reiterating concerns with the SBA’s citizenship requirements and highlighting a drop in SBA lending volume. In September 2025, Ranking Member Markey heard directly from SBA lenders about the issues with the citizenship verification requirements. In July 2025, Ranking Members Markey and Velázquez sent a letter to the SBA expressing serious concerns with the agency’s new, draconian citizenship verification requirements that require small businesses seeking SBA loans to be 100% owned by U.S. citizens, nationals, and legal permanent residents. ###
TXCPA Fort Worth Recognizes 2025-26 Award Recipients
FORT WORTH, Texas (Sept. 14, 2026) — TXCPA Fort Worth recognized six members for their leadership, service and contributions to the accounting profession and
Michael J. Fox receives Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at Emmy Awards
LOS ANGELES — At the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards on Monday, Michael J. Fox was honored with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award for his contributions to Parkinson’s disease research and
Michael J. Fox receives Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at Emmy Awards
LOS ANGELES — At the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards on Monday, Michael J. Fox was honored with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award for his contributions to Parkinson’s disease research and
Newly approved campaign contribution limits could be challenged, attorneys say
If passed, Ballot Measure 2 would delete a newly amended state law specifically limiting contributions to joint campaigns for governor and lieutenant governor.
NMSU alum inducted into Indigenous Athletics Hall of Fame
Cuyler Frank was inducted into the North American Indigenous Athletics Hall of Fame in May 2026 for his historical contributions to preserving the Navajo language through sports broadcasting.
Daniel R. Brooks Achieves Recognition for Expertise and Contributions to the Field of Biological Sciences and Academia
September 14, 2026 -- Daniel R. Brooks is recognized for his expertise in evolutionary biology, emerging diseases and climate change
Wyman Duggan committee picks up six-figure check from Aubrey Edge ahead of potential Jax mayoral run
Rep. Wyman Duggan is expected to run for Jacksonville Mayor, and he just got a big contribution from the company of a local CEO who would like to see
Arsenal analysis: Raya proves worth with crucial contribution
Arsenal's first-half frustration was encapsulated in manager Mikel Arteta being booked shortly before the break for leaving his technical area too many times. Greece winger Christos Tzolis continued his inconsistent start to the season, more reminiscent here of his toothless showing against Aston Villa rather than the productive display at home to Chelsea. Konsa, even before giving away the penalty, struggled to deal with Sunderland's direct attacking approach and the physicality of striker Brian Brobbey.
World Congress on Nursing and Health Care
The World Congress on Nursing and Health Care is a premier international gathering dedicated to advancing the science, practice, and future direction of nursing and healthcare. Scheduled for April 05-06, 2027, in Singapore, this distinguished event will convene a global community of nursing professionals, healthcare specialists, researchers, educators, clinicians, policymakers, and industry experts to exchange knowledge, share groundbreaking insights, and foster collaborations that shape the future of healthcare.Driven by the theme “Navigating the Future of Nursing through Research, Resilience, and Innovation,” the congress will explore the evolving landscape of nursing and its critical contribution to transforming healthcare delivery. The event will highlight pioneering research, evidence-based practices, innovative care models, and resilient approaches that empower nurses to address emerging healthcare challenges and enhance patient outcomes across diverse populations.
Activists push Oregon constitutional ban on dark money campaign contributions
The proposed measure would eliminate independent expenditures from powerful groups, commonly referred to as dark money.
Oregon 2028 ballot measure aims to ban corporate campaign contributions
A 2010 U.S. Supreme Court ruling cleared the way for corporations, unions and other groups to spend unlimited money on politics.
Peter Katzenstein receives triennial James Madison Award
The APSA James Madison Award recognizes professor Peter Katzenstein for distinguished contributions to political science.
GameSquare Enters Definitive Contribution Agreement to Acquire Sports, Music and Entertainment IP Assets from FanEngine
("FanEngine"), a technology and media asset consolidator that collectively enables sports, music and entertainment IP owners to build direct relationships with fans and monetize those relationships through gamification, brand integration, events, content, commerce, and experiences.The Transaction is expected to be immediately accretive to profitability and represents the next step in GameSquare's strategy to build a differentiated, end-to-end platform spanning audience analytics, creators, agenc
GameSquare Enters Definitive Contribution Agreement to Acquire Sports, Music and Entertainment IP Assets from FanEngine
Highly profitable transaction expected to be immediately accretive to earnings and support multiple recurring revenue opportunitiesFanEngine's assets add well-known global IP assets Peaky Blinders, Simon's Cat, The Two Robbies and Friends, 4Cast Media Platform featuring Former England Captain Ben S…
Marlins' Brian Navarreto Finding Value Beyond Bat
Miami’s veteran backstop has endured a difficult offensive year while continuing to provide the Marlins with dependable work behind the plate and timely contributions.
Colts Part Ways With 29-Game Starter
Jaylon Jones did well to turn himself from a seventh-round pick into a consistent contributor the Indianapolis Colts. Those contributions didn’t end up being big enough, though. The Colts waived Jones on Tuesday. It was part of a three-pronged roster move that the Colts announced in an official press release like this: “The Indianapolis Colts […] The post Colts Part Ways With 29-Game Starter appeared first on HEAVY.
Ohio politicians keep promise to rebuke Les Wexner by donating $200K in campaign contributions
Freedom a la Cart, a downtown Columbus cafe that employs sex trafficking survivors, was one of several organizations that politicians donated to this year.
Scotland defender Souttar may leave Rangers soon
John Souttar may yet leave Rangers in the short term, even though the transfer window has closed in Scotland. The Scotland defender, 29, is under contract until next summer. "I think he still can [make a contribution]," said Rangers manager Derek McInnes.
Xiaohong Chen named the Koopmans Professor of Economics
Chen, who has made fundamental contributions to econometric methods, joined the Yale faculty in 2007.
Kerry Yu Achieves Recognition for Expertise and Contributions to the Field of Fashion, Modeling, and Entertainment Production
September 8, 2026 -- Kerry Yu recognized for 30 years in fashion design and apparel management
Theresa Porcaro Celebrated for Leadership in Healthcare Marketing and Women's Health Advocacy
September 8, 2026 -- Theresa Marie Porcaro is lauded for her contributions as a leading executive at Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine
David Andrew Goodman is Celebrated for Decades of Continued Success in the Entertainment Sector
September 8, 2026 -- David Andrew Goodman is lauded for his contributions in production lighting at Goodman Grip & Light
Sherrill, State Employee Unions Reach Deal to Hold Health Benefit Contributions Steady in 2027
New Jersey state employees will not face an increase in their health benefit contribution rates in 2027 under an agreement announced by Gov. Mikie
Padres Trade Deadline Pickups Not Helping Playoff Quest
The San Diego Padres are on the outside looking in regarding the NL wild card picture and haven't gotten great contributions from their trade deadline acquisitions.
Cavan Sullivan Scores In 3rd Straight Match, Does LeBron James Chalk Celebration
Cavan Sullivan scored in a third straight match to become the first teenager with a goal contribution in five straight MLS matches.
Research on cockroach milk and nose-blowing wins Ig Nobel prizes
Researchers are honored for their quirky, imaginative contributions to science at the 36th annual Ig Nobel Prizes. The ceremony was moved from the U.S., whose travel restrictions had made the country 'unsafe for our guests,' a top official said.
Trump delivers $10 million to Ken Paxton in first major contribution of midterms
3 Stocks Tied To Rising HSA Use Including CVS Health Stock
Health Savings Accounts are quietly becoming a core part of how Americans pay for care, with more employers auto enrolling workers and pairing HSAs with high deductible health plans. That shift channels more money through platforms that handle contributions, custody, and investments. For investors, the question is which stocks may benefit most from this structural change. This article walks through three HSA exposed stocks from our screener and what the news could mean for each. The three...
Chamber breakfast salutes business, community leaders
Staff report Four Mahoning Valley business and community leaders were honored for their contributions to the area during the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber’s annual Salute to Business breakfast Thursday at Eastwood Event Centre in Niles. “Salute to Business gives us an opportunity each year to recognize people who are doing great work in the Mahoning Valley,” […]
Xianfeng Gu Named Fellow of the Solid Modeling Association
Xianfeng Gu, SUNY Empire Innovation Professor in the Department of Computer Science, has been named a Fellow of the Solid Modeling Association (SMA) in recognition of his fundamental contributions to the theory and practice of solid modeling. The recognition was announced at the 2026 Symposium on Solid and Physical Modeling and honors Gu’s work bridging
'Money Out of Politics' proposal survives legal challenge
The proposal would make major changes to campaign finance in Michigan, banning major utility companies from making political contributions.
'Money Out of Politics' proposal survives legal challenge
The proposal would make major changes to campaign finance in Michigan, banning major utility companies from making political contributions.
SEC proposes reforms to political contribution rule for investment advisers
Wall Street's top regulator on Thursday proposed reforms to "pay-to-play" regulations intended to prevent investment advisers from winning business from public pension funds by making political contributions.
SEC Proposes Reforms to Political Contribution Rule for Investment Advisers
Sept 3 (Reuters) - Wall Street's top regulator on Thursday proposed reforms to "pay-to-play" regulations intended to prevent investment advisers from winning business from public pension funds by making political contributions. Under President Donald Trump, the U.S. Securities and ...
Scientists studying cockroach milk and nose-blowing win Ig Nobel prizes for quirky science
Researchers have been honored for their quirky, imaginative contributions to science at the 36th annual Ig Nobel Prizes
Annual quirky science prize is held outside the US for the first time
Researchers have been honored for their quirky, imaginative contributions to science at the 36th annual Ig Nobel Prizes.
2 York Computer Science Students Featured in CUNY Research in Focus
Two of our Computer Science students were recently highlighted in the August edition of CUNY Research in Focus for their contributions to an interdisciplinary project that explores “The World Through Hip Hop.”
Gov. Sherrill, 17 state employee unions reach deal to freeze health benefit contribution increases in 2027
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Mikie Sherrill and 17 unions representing New Jersey state employees have reached an agreement that will waive increases in employee health benefit contribution rates in 2027 …
Sherrill, 17 state employee unions agree to waive 2027 health contribution increases
Gov. Mikie Sherrill and 17 unions representing state employees have agreed to waive higher health benefit contribution rates in 2027 while launching a
Governor Sherrill and 17 State Employee Unions Reach Agreement to Launch Comprehensive State Health Benefits Program Reform Effort
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 2, 2026 Governor Sherrill and 17 State Employee Unions Reach Agreement to Launch Comprehensive State Health Benefits Program Reform Effort Agreement waives higher health benefits contributions in 2027 for State employees and launches a joint effort to make benefits more affordable and sustainable TRENTON – Governor Mikie Sherrill and 17 unions representing state employees today[...]
How New York Times Reporters Traced Dark Money in Politics
About $1 billion in anonymous contributions is coursing through midterm races across the country. Figuring out where the funds are coming from is no easy task.
Colorado Sues EarnIn For “Immoral, Unethical, Oppressive and Unscrupulous” Business Practices
Hey all, Jason here. When this hits your inbox, I should be en route to the airport — not to go anywhere myself, just to pick up my better half. I must admit, it’s been strange to be home alone (well, with two dogs) for two weeks! Really lets me “optimize” to spending more time on reading/writing/working, whether that’s healthy or not! Looking forward to getting back into a (somewhat) more balance routine. Subscribe or Support by Upgrading Compare Notes With the People Who Built Modern Fintech Partner content: Remitly CEO Sebastian Gunningham. Increase founder Darragh Buckley. Linda Du, Co-founder & President at Valon. They’ll unpack the decisions behind building and scaling major financial products: what they got right, what broke, what they would do differently, and how AI and new infrastructure are changing the operator playbook. Most events tell you where fintech is going. NerdCon puts the people who built the present in the room and asks them what comes next. Expect an operator-led conversation grounded in real products, real trade-offs and lessons earned the hard way. Fintech Business Weekly readers save 20% on Regular tickets with code FBW20 before standard pricing ends September 11. Meet the Builders Things To Know & Other Good Reads Advent and Stripe Abandon $50 Billion Pursuit of PayPal (Bloomberg) Trump Family’s New Crypto Bank Is Backed by Abu Dhabi Sheikh (Wall Street Journal) The multiplying risks of financing data centres (FT) Let the Bond Market Speak (Wall Street Journal) Did we waste a crisis? Modest proposals to reform deposit insurance. (Fintech Takes Banking) Untangling Guggenheim: How Private Credit Built Its Own Universe (Net Interest) The Hater’s Guide To Circular Financing — Part One (Ed Zitron) Fiat Ventures Rebrands to FGV Capital, Announces $35M Oversubscribed Fund II (BusinessWire) Socure Announces Strategic Growth Investment at $5.2B Valuation and Acquires Agentic Operations Platform Fravity (Socure) Listen: When Consumer Protection Disclosures Work Too Well (Consumer Finance Monitor Podcast) Colorado Sues EarnIn For “Immoral, Unethical, Oppressive and Unscrupulous” Business Practices When Andreessen Horowitz led EarnIn’s $39 million Series B in 2017, Alex Rampell, a partner at the storied venture capital firm, described EarnIn’s small-dollar advance product as “free,” relying on “entirely on voluntary contributions instead of fees.” Rampell favorably compared EarnIn’s approach to typical payday loans, writing, “Payday loans historically have had the potential to be a slippery slope for consumers into financial distress: opaque systems and steep fees that are hard to repay and set individuals back further than where they started. For many Americans living paycheck to paycheck, that kind of slide into debt can be extremely difficult to recover from.” But EarnIn’s product — which, the company says, isn’t a “loan,” legally speaking — ends up being anything but free for most users. While it is technically possible to take a no-fee advance from the company, most users incur “Lightning Speed” (instant funding) fees and/or ostensibly optional tips that combined can equate to annualized percent rates that can reach over 1,000%. With an average term of 9.77 days, even fees and tips that are small on an absolute dollar basis are equivalent to high APRs on an annualized basis. A lawsuit filed last week by Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser against EarnIn describes the company and its product and business practices quite differently than Andreessen’s Rampell; “EarnIn’s business practices are unfair because they are immoral, unethical, oppressive and unscrupulous,” the complaint, filed in District Court in Denver, Colorado, says. EarnIn’s marquee product, Cash Out, isn’t a loan, the company says, as Cash Out is not “[f]orward [l]ooking” because “[t]he money is transferred based on earnings to date,” does not carry a mandatory fee to access funds, and is “non-recourse,” meaning EarnIn cannot pursue recovery from users who don’t repay advanced funds. EarnIn is sometimes referred to as an “Earned Wage Advance” service. Though, unlike some others in the broader category, EarnIn does not integrate with employers’ payroll or time and attendance systems. Rather, EarnIn attempts to verify a user’s income and employment, by examining direct deposit transaction data in their linked external bank account, by using GPS location and Bluetooth data to estimate a user’s time spent at work, if they work in a fixed location, and/or by having a user provided a work email address. While repayment is theoretically optional, as EarnIn would have no recourse, such as reporting non-payment to the credit bureaus or a collections agency, this is anything but clear to users of the EarnIn app, Colorado’s complaint argues. During the process of taking a Cash Out, users must agree to a preauthorized debit of the amount advanced, plus any expedited funding fee and/or tips. Though users technically can revoke this ACH authorization, the fact that they have this right isn’t presented to users during the Cash Out process, but rather is included in linked terms and conditions few users are likely to actually read. And users who do wish to revoke their ACH authorization must do so three or more days before the scheduled transaction date by emailing EarnIn’s customer support. Similarly, EarnIn’s marketing claims that it carries “no interest” and “no mandatory fees” is technically true, but is not the reality for many of the app’s users, the Colorado complaint argues. Further, EarnIn has extensively marketed to users the ability to “access your pay today,” to get “instant” funds, and to get funds “the same day you work” — when, in reality, this speed of access was only possible by paying the additional, undisclosed Lightning Speed fee. The Colorado complaint highlights this contradiction specifically, noting: EarnIn tells consumers that they can ‘Make any day payday with EarnIn’ and that there no ‘hidden’ or ‘mandatory fees.’ For a consumer to access their pay on the same day requested, they would have to pay the Lightning Speed fee. In the fine print of the advertisement EarnIn discloses that ‘[f]ees apply to use Lightning Speed,’ a direct contradiction to the larger text of the advertisement, and a fact that would not be immediately understood by a consumer as ‘Lightning Speed’ is not defined nor explained. Like other small-dollar lending services, rather than explicitly charge interest, EarnIn collects a markup on the optional Lighting Speed fee, which, given the nature of the transactions, many users opt for, as well as offering users the option to leave “tips.” EarnIn leverages either Real-Time Payments (RTP) rails or push-to-card via debit rails if a user opts for the optional Lightning Speed. But while these capabilities cost EarnIn, on average, $0.075 or $0.20 per transaction, respectively, EarnIn charges users significantly more. Initially, EarnIn charged as little as $1.99 for Cash Outs up to $24. But EarnIn has hiked these fees multiple times, and now charges $4.99 for Cash Outs up to $75 and $6.99 for those over $75. According to the Colorado complaint, EarnIn leverages “dark patterns” to manipulate users and to make it more difficult to avoid tipping. Examples of these “road blocks” highlighted in the complaint include: As of 2023, in the EarnIn app, a consumer attempting to get a loan under the default settings had to make at least eighteen separate taps to complete the transaction and reduce the tip to $0. There is an alternative method to leave a $0 tip, via the “Custom tip” feature, but EarnIn made this option difficult to access by visually deemphasizing it and positioning it near devices’ “home” button. Using language and imagery such as “Tip to pay it forward,” “Your generosity supports the service + helps,” “Your tips make a difference,” and “[t]he APR for this cash out is 0%. Your tips help support us.” While Lightning Speed and tipping are, in theory, both optional, in practice, users nearly always ended up paying something. According to the Colorado suit, users were charged either a tip or an expedite fee for more than 92% of transactions, with an average APR of nearly 388%. And, although the advances are “non-recourse,” EarnIn successfully collects on nearly all transactions — 99.18%, according to the complaint, which, Colorado argues, “demonstrat[es] that EarnIn’s advances function as high cost loans, not voluntary payments.” The share of EarnIn users incurring fees — despite the product being marketed as 0% APR — is hard to reconcile with Andreessen investor Rampell’s favorable description of EarnIn vs. “opaque systems and steep fees” associated with payday loans, which, Rampell says, can be “extremely difficult” for borrowers to extricate themselves from. According to Colorado’s suit, EarnIn’s Cash Out product “trapped many consumers in extreme cycles of high-cost reborrowing.” The suit gives an example of one consumer in the state, who took out a whopping 1,151 loans, paying a total of $4,038.50 in Lightning Speed expedited funding fees on loans that averaged the equivalent of 1,421% APR. Another Colorado user, the suit says, took out 1,033 loans, paying $8,561.22 in tips and fees at an average APR of 1,539% . These types of usage patterns demonstrate “the severe and repeated financial harm caused by EarnIn’s illegal lending model,” the Colorado complaint argues. In aggregate, from January 2023 through July 2025, EarnIn extended 3.1 million loans to 56,778 users in Colorado — an average of nearly 55 transactions per person during the time period. EarnIn lent more than $300 million and collected more than $16 million from Colorado users in Lightning Speed fees and in tips. Ultimately, the Colorado complaint argues that “EarnIn’s Cash Outs are loans under Colorado law, and EarnIn’s contention that its product is not a loan based on its disclaimer of any legal repayment obligation lacks any real-world significance given how the Cash Out transactions actually operate in practice.” Colorado further argues that “EarnIn was not working with companies here in providing consumers with funds but acted as a third-party lender and charged illegally high rates, used deceptive design strategies to extract some charges, and trapped consumers in repeat borrowing. Colorado will continue to stand up for consumers and hold companies accountable when they violate our credit laws or attempt to evade them through misleading practices.” Colorado’s suit alleges EarnIn assesses finance charge in excess of that permitted by Colorado law, that EarnIn failed to make legally required disclosures to Colorado borrowers, that EarnIn made supervised loans to consumers without obtaining the requisite license, that EarnIn violated the state’s Deferred Deposit Loan Act, that EarnIn engage in unfair and deceptive trade practices, and that EarnIn made false or misleading statements concerning price. The suit seeks a court order enjoining EarnIn from violating relevant Colorado laws, for EarnIn to refund amounts charged in excess of state law, fees, costs, and penalties, and other relief the court deems to be just. 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Learn more about sponsor opportunities or request a media kit by dropping me an email. Q2 Quarterly Banking Profile: Five Quick Takeaways The FDIC released its quarterly banking profile, which is always worth a read, for the second quarter. The profile provides an aggregate snapshot about the overall health of the 4,238 institutions whose deposits are insured by the FDIC, who, collectively, hold more than $26 trillion in assets and saw a total net income of more than $90 billion in the second quarter. Net income was up 12% vs. Q1 2026, with lower provisions and realized gains on securities helping to drive the improvement, somewhat offset by increases in non-interest expense and applicable income taxes. Overall net interest margin was basically flat quarter over quarter (up 1 basis point vs. Q1 2026), though community banks saw NIM grow by 10 basis points, to 3.81%. Unsurprisingly, given that interest rates haven’t changed, unrealized losses on securities changed little, edging up slightly to $326.7 billion vs. $325.1 billion in Q1 2026. Aggregate credit quality has remained benign, with asset quality actually improving slightly in Q2. Overall, institutions reported a 9 basis point decline in their past-due and non-accrual rate, to 1.44%. Net charge off rate also declined by 2 basis points, to 0.57%. And finally, the FDIC’s deposit insurance fund stands at $161.1 billion, making the DIF reserve ratio 1.48% — above the statutory minimum of 1.35%, but still below the designated target reserve ratio of 2%. [Paid Subscriber Exclusive] Nissan Withdraws ILC App, State Associations Plan BankChain Alliance, FDIC Defines “Unsafe or Unsound Practice” For First Time Automaker Nissan withdrew its application to charter a Utah industrial loan company and its corresponding application to the FDIC for deposit insurance last week, on August 19th. Nissan’s application had been outstanding for more than a year, as it originally applied in June 2025. Recent applications to the OCC to form national banks have been decisioned, one way or the other, substantially more quickly than has historically been the case.
Seahawks news: Mike Macdonald 'really impressed' by Trevon Diggs contributions
Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald came away extremely pleased with how quickly former Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs has acclimated to the defense, following Friday night’s 9-9 preseason tie against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Diggs, who signed with Seattle on Aug. 19 after past stints with the Dallas Cowboys and Green […] The post Seahawks news: Mike Macdonald 'really impressed' by Trevon Diggs contributions appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Healthcare Costs Are Squeezing Montana’s State Workforce
Some employees will see their insurance contributions double and individual deductibles triple as the state confronts dwindling reserves in its employee health plan.
Anthony Dotson creates a foundation for students to soar in imaging sciences
As an associate professor of imaging sciences at Morehead State University, Anthony Dotson provides students with personal instruction that not only helps them become certified medical professionals but also enables them to make an impactful contribution to the field of imaging sciences. Between his teaching and previous work as an imaging sciences technician and hospital administrator, Dotson has gained a great deal of knowledge, experience and passion that he is intent on passing on to every student he teaches. Anthony Dotson can be reached at a.dotson@moreheadstate.edu or 606-783-2646. For more information about imaging sciences programs at Morehead State, contact the Department of Health, Kinesiology, Imaging & Psychological Sciences, email kh@moreheadstate.edu or call 606-783-2180.
Medical Society recognizes public health, business leaders with annual awards
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Michigan voters to weigh utility political spending
The November proposal would limit contributions and require more ad disclosure.
Campaign finance reform proposal heads to Michigan voters after Senate declines to act
A proposal to ban utility and contractor political contributions will go to Michigan voters in November after the Senate declines to act.
Brinks says Senate won’t vote on Money Out of Politics measure, leaving voters to decide
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Anthony Kuhn Receives the 2026 Carey McWilliams Award -
The Carey McWilliams Award is presented annually by the American Political Science Association (APSA) to honor major journalistic contributions to society’s understanding of politics. Citation from the Award Committee: Since 2004, Anthony Kuhn has been a correspondent [...]
Top US firms that backed Voting Rights Act donate to groups working to undermine it
Watchdog data shared with Guardian shows contributions to Republican Attorneys General Association and others
Missouri doctors group jumps into state politics with $1.5M PAC investment
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Business leaders speak on barriers and opportunities for growth in an uncertain future
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Michiganders for Money Out Of Politics faces final hurdles: Lawsuit, Legislature
This article first appeared on Planet Detroit and is republished here under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. The days and weeks ahead are crucial to the outcome of a ballot drive to ban campaign contributions by Michigan’s monopoly utilities. The Michiganders for Money Out of Politics ballot proposal has received needed approvals for ballot language and petition […]
UCO Recognizes Faculty and Staff at the 2026 Fall Convocation
The University of Central Oklahoma recently recognized faculty and staff for their contributions to the Central community at its annual Faculty and Staff Convocation.
Mark Johnson Receives the 2026 APSA Community College Faculty Award -
The APSA Community College Faculty Award is presented annually by the American Political Science Association (APSA) to honor exemplary contributions that advance the multi-faceted goals of community college faculty. Citation from the Award Committee: Mark Johnson has been [...]
Anthea Coster awarded International Union of Radio Science Appleton Prize
MIT scientist Anthea J. Coster was awarded the prestigious Appleton Prize at the URSI General Assembly and Science Symposium in Krakow, Poland. The prize recognizes career achievements and outstanding contributions to studies in ionospheric physics.
The Science Behind the Fleet: Eleven Naval Research Lab Experts Earn Etter Awards
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Randy Picker on Competition Law, Copyright, and Entertainment
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"Michiganders for Money out of Politics" ballot question language finalized
The language of a ballot question asking Michiganders whether large utilities and state contractors should be barred from making political contributions was finalized Monday.
Board of State Canvassers approves ballot language for money out of politics proposal
An effort to bar certain utilities and government contractors from making political contributions cleared its final major hurdle Monday, finalizing its language for the November ballot.