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Partisan politics split urban and rural communities
[Kaitlyn Hughes | editor-in-chief] Greenawalt farm has retired from selling eggs and has swtiched to selling plants, canned goods and other produce. Kaitlyn Hughes | editor-in-chief Bryan Greenawal…
List of DVD release dates for Oct. 27 and beyond
Following is a partial schedule of coming movies on DVD. Release dates are subject to change: OCTOBER 27: Frankenstein 27: She's Making a List 27: Sword of the Demon Hunter:
Newcastle appoint Tomas Amaral as new head of first-team recruitment
The 35-year-old was most recently sporting director at Spartak Moscow after scouting roles at Benfica, Real Valladolid, Eibar and Granada.
Community Health Programme – Continental Acceleration Plan 2026–2030
Towards 2 Million Community Health Workers by 2030. Executive Summary This Continental Acceleration Plan translates the African Union’s commitment to 2 million Community Health Workers by 2030 into a costed, differentiated and accountable roadmap for Member States, Africa Union Commission, Africa CDC, Regional Economic Communities and partners. Every Community Health Worker recruited, trained, deployed, remunerated […]
Kos Biotechnology Partners Funds Golden Age Health for Asia Rare Disease Access
Kos Biotechnology Partners funds Golden Age Health to accelerate rare disease access in Asia, closing treatment delays for patients in Greater China and Southea
High-level dialogue on One Health
On One Health Day, observed every year on 3 November, WHO/Europe will convene a high-level dialogue in Brussels with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, United Nations Environment Programme and World Organisation for Animal Health, alongside European institutions, technical agencies and strategic partners.
‘They wanted my voice gone’: A swing-seat, pro-Israel Democrat is fending off criticism from both parties
Jared Moskowitz’s race in Florida is a referendum on whether a loudly pro-Israel and adamant denouncer of antisemitism fits anymore in the Democratic Party.
Election Day: A complete guide to Israel’s political parties and what they stand for
The Jerusalem Post has prepared a series of explainers breaking down the platforms, leaders, and main positions of the main parties running in the election.
Danville resident appointed to state political practices commission
Danville resident Judy Lloyd has been appointed to the California Fair Political Practices Commission, a nonpartisan watchdog agency that oversees campaign financing, lobbying activities and conflicts of interest for public officials.
Coonrad, Johnson seeks to represent Manchester, Cascade in Iowa House
Democrat Michael Coonrad and Republican Craig Johnson will face off in November’s general election for Iowa House District 67, encompassing Delaware County and parts of Dubuque and Buchanan counties.
R.I. Brain Health Collaboratory launches new partnership for Alzheimer’s research, treatment
The partnership is a collaboration between R.I. Life Science Hub and Cognito Therapeutics.
George Pickens finds the end zone in Week 7
George Pickens turned four receptions into 57 yards and a score as part of Dallas' Week 7 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Why Jasiah Jervis Could Be Crucial to Michigan State’s Success
The sharpshooting freshman’s explosive exhibition performances offer Tom Izzo a dynamic solution to the Spartans' backcourt woes, potentially forcing the veteran coach to lean on elite youth.
The midterms look good for Democrats — but it’s too early to call a blue wave
The United States may be within a week of momentous political change in midterm elections that could destroy the Republican Party’s monopoly on Washington and hand Democrats power to check President Donald Trump.
Downtown business owners showcase winning floral designs
Embracing a patriotic theme in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, downtown Scranton business owners recently participated in Scranton Tomorrow’s fourth annual Downtown Scranton Business Class Floral Competition, in partnership with…
Bluff businesses begin cleanup after San Juan River flooding
Residents and business owners in Bluff began clearing mud and water from their homes and businesses Monday after the San Juan River flooded parts of the town an
CDC’s deputy director to leave Trump administration after six months
Jennifer Shuford, who had been Texas’s health commissioner, was part of a team hired to restore confidence in the agency.
Plans for a Hilo Business Park could include East Hawaii Island’s first Costco
The Department of Hawaiian Homelands has confirmed plans to build a business park on 146 acres in Hilo to fund its first East Hawaii residential development in over 20 years, potentially bringing the ...
West Des Moines schools to offer in-person mental health services
The West Des Moines Community School Board is moving forward with a plan to provide in-person mental health services to students through a partnership with Lighthouse Counseling.
Lexington Mexican restaurant reopens after health department closure
The South Broadway location of Jalapeno’s was shut down on Oct. 14 after an inspector found evidence of live roaches and rodents.
Stacy Garrity visits West Lebanon Township to promote small business growth
State Treasurer and Republican gubernatorial nominee Stacy Garrity visited West Lebanon Township Monday afternoon as part of her ongoing campaign efforts.
Is There Hope for Mike McDaniel’s Offense?
With Joe Alt and Ladd McConkey potentially returning after the bye, Mike McDaniel’s offense could finally begin to show its potential. However, getting healthy is only part of the equation. McDaniel must make adjustments and turn improvement into points and wins.
TWICE's Jihyo Announces Departure from JYP Entertainment
The group's leader is the third member to end her individual contract with JYP while staying in TWICE.
Appeals court declines to block California from counting 20,000 disputed ballots
An appeals court has declined to rule on whether California elections officials can count roughly 20,000 ballots that the Justice Department alleges belong to noncitizen voters. Monday's decision sets the
Trump campaigns in Mississippi, highlighting Republicans\' challenges
President Donald Trump is campaigning in Mississippi as both parties make their closing arguments ahead of midterm elections in eight days. And the Mississippi Democrat that Trump wants defeated stopped
Bernie Taupin shares how he dealt with songwriting partner Elton John being ‘horrible and difficult’ on tour
Bernie Taupin is explaining how he dealt with his songwriting partner, Elton John, when the singer was acting ‘horrible and difficult’ on tour.
New York’s minor parties fight to maintain ballot access
As early voting gets underway in New York, the race for governor is also testing the political strength of two of the state’s most influential minor parties.
More voters are leaving party labels behind, as national politics reshape West Virginia
MORGANTOWN – Christine Riley spent most of her life as a Democrat, following a political affiliation that had been part of her family for generations. But after the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, the 63-year-old retired 911 dispatcher decided she no longer wanted to belong to either major political party. Riley, a […]
NASA and USDA sign agreement to expand Earth science and agriculture collaboration
NASA and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to expand cooperation in Earth observation, geospatial analytics, and advanced data technologies, as part of USDA’s data modernisation plan for U.S. agriculture.
Twitter ERUPTS after Harry Kane wins the Ballon d’Or
The FC Bayern striker divided opinions and tore the internet apart after his win.
Reds Pitching Coach Search: 3 Candidates to Replace Derek Johnson
Following a mysterious coaching departure, Cincinnati must find the right mentor to harness a rotation featuring Hunter Greene and Chase Burns. Meet the three top contenders.
Trump campaigns Mississippi, highlighting Republicans\' challenges
President Donald Trump is campaigning in Mississippi as both parties make their closing arguments ahead of midterm elections in eight days. And the Mississippi Democrat that Trump wants defeated stopped
Court declines to rule on bid to set aside ballots of alleged noncitizens
The decision sets the federal government and state officials up for another legal showdown on the matter on Tuesday
Ashland officer shoots man after police respond to business alarm
A police officer shot a man early Monday near downtown after responding to a business alarm, according to the Ashland Police Department.
Billy Evans' 'You Can See Everything' shower scene was his idea
Billy Evans — the partner of Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes — asked the 'You Can See Everything' team: 'Want to film me showering?'
‘Man’s Search For Meaning’ Adaptation Sparks Lawsuit Over Film Rights
Marisa Polvino accuses her former partners of cutting her out of the project.
South Dakota health department reminds hunters of gun safety rules
The South Dakota Department of Health urges hunters to follow firearm safety rules after state gun deaths rose 38% from 2016 to 2025, with many injuries accidental.
Former FBI director faces new attempt at prosecution from Trump administration
It would be the third criminal case that the Justice Department has brought against the longtime critic and foe of President Donald Trump.
Pennsylvania Department of Health reports 73 new measles cases last week
There have been 73 new cases reported in the last week bringing the state's total to 1,360 cases reported so far this year.
Flu activity higher than usual for October in Chicago, prompting plans for some to get vaccine
Flu activity in Chicago is running higher than usual for this time of year, according to new data from the Chicago Department of Public Health.
Cook County Public Health Reminds Families to Get Their Children Tested for Lead - Cook County Department of Public Health
In recognition of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Oct. 25-31, Cook County Department of Public Health is bringing increased attention to Illinois’ new universal childhood blood lead testing law and lead dangers. The new state lead testing requirements, which took effect July 1, 2026, require all children to receive blood lead tests at ages 12 months and 24 months, regardless of where they live. Also, children 6 years old and younger must receive a lead exposure risk assessment through a questionnaire administered by a healthcare provider.
Drexel proposes relocating Academy of Natural Sciences as part of long-term plan
The shuttered Academy of Natural Sciences could one day reopen at a new location in Philadelphia as part of a long-term plan for the museum.
Annual Kansas Speaks survey shows distrust in politics but support for Gov. Laura Kelly
Gov. Laura Kelly remains the most-liked politician in Kansas, as public support crumbles for U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall, President Donald Trump, the Republican and Democratic parties, and politics at large, according to an annual survey.
The Science Behind Your Reaction to Art
The Honolulu Museum of Art is showing how art can influence thinking, perspective and mood, in an exhibition that is part of a trend by museums to mix science and art.
Jalen Coker listed as limited Monday
Panthers WR Jalen Coker a limited participant during Monday walkthrough
What Is the Relationship Between Doing Good History and Entertainment?
[Cross-posted from The Tattooed Historian’s Dispatch] What exactly are we doing when we communicate history to the public? Most of us would agree that accuracy matters, evidence matters, context matters, historical rigor matters. But we also live in a world where attention matters (and attention spans are dropping at an alarming rate). Subscribe Whether we’re posting on social media, producing videos, hosting podcasts, giving public talks, or designing museum programs, we’re all competing with countless other demands on people’s time. The public doesn’t simply stumble into history anymore. Now, good history has to find people where they already are. This raises a difficult question: Is making history entertaining part of good historical practice, or is it simply what we must do to remain relevant? “Entertainment” is often treated as the opposite of seriousness. But what do we mean when we use the term itself? Does entertainment mean simplifying the historical record? Does it mean telling compelling stories in a lively manner? Is there a difference between being engaging and being entertaining? And who gets to decide where that line is? Share These questions become even more complicated online. Social media platforms reward attention. Algorithms reward engagement (the positive and the negative). Visibility often depends on producing content that people are willing to click, watch, share, and discuss. What happens when those incentives shape the way history is presented? Can historians work within those systems without letting those systems define the work? Are public audiences being served better than ever before, or are platform incentives changing what kinds of history rise to the surface? These are just a few of the issues that I discuss with John R. Heckman in our latest installment of “Historians Off the Cuff.” Feel free to suggest future topics for us to discuss in the comments section below. Hope you are entertained. LOL Civil War Memory is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe
Anthropic IPO Discloses Plans for Life Sciences Growth
Anthropic plans to expand its growing presence in life sciences by investing further in knowledge, talent, partnerships, and additional acquisitions, the AI giant disclosed in its long-awaited initial public offering (IPO) filing.
Billy Evans suggested the shower scene in 'You Can See Everything'
"You Can See Everything" director Lance Oppenheim said that Elizabeth Holmes' partner, Billy Evans, suggested he be filmed in the shower.
Health Research Agency Head on Administrative Leave, HHS Says
The director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, Alicia Jackson, is on administrative leave, according to a Department of Health and Human Services spokesperson.
UT Health Sciences and UW-Madison Researchers Partner to Advance Potential Alphavirus Treatment
UT Health Sciences Researcher part of team studying antiviral drug for alphaviruses.
UT Health Sciences and UW-Madison Researchers Partner to Advance Potential Alphavirus Treatment
UT Health Sciences Researcher part of team studying antiviral drug for alphaviruses.
HHS finalizes health IT rule cutting certification criteria
The HTI-5 final rule reduces requirements for developers participating in the ONC Health IT Certification Program.
Mayor Sarno meets with DHHS Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris and Health and Racial Equity Coordinator and Former Mayoral Aide Shenell Ford for an Update and Review
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Molly Shea met with Department of Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris and Racial Equity Coordinator and former Mayoral Aide Shenell Ford for an update on the Youth Commission. Mayor Sarno stated, “It was great to be with DHHS Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris and Health and Racial Equity Coordinator, my former Aide Shenell Ford as they shared updates and review in regards to the youth commission. I look forward to continuing to work with them both, and all partners on the youth commission for the betterment of our City. I commend both Commissioner Caulton-Harris and Shenell on their steadfast work to bring back this commission.”
Florida’s political campaigns continue despite Tallahassee shooting that injured 12
The shooting near Florida A&M University’s campus is now also part of the campaign discourse just eight days before the election.
First 48 hours: What ransomware attack taught family business about cybersecurity, trusted partnerships
"There was never a question of who I was going to call." When this family business got hit with a cyberattack, it put key steps in motion.
UH Mānoa launches new Center for Ocean Policy, bridging science and law
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is launching a new Center for Ocean Policy, partnering its law school and oceanography department with support from The Healy Foundation to address pressing marine and climate challenges through interdisciplinary education, research, and policy advocacy.
Cisco IQ Is the Engine. Partners Are the Business.
Cisco IQ Partner Support – Standard is now GA. Partners can now deliver Cisco IQ as their own managed service and unlock new recurring revenue.
Keith Ellison sues businesses accused of stealing millions from child nutrition programs
The suit claims Nasib Bakery Food Distribution, LLC, and East African Health Network submitted millions of dollars in false claims to the Minnesota Department of Education.
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‘JUSTIN OPPA AND HAILEY UNNIE’🫰🤣 South Korean digital entertainment media outlet Dispatch shared photos of Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber captured during their departure from Incheon International...
Lexington Mexican restaurant reopens after 2 weeks. Why health department shut it down
What it means when a red notice goes on a restaurant door.
The science of fear: Why some love to be scared, while others hate it
Do you enjoy the thrill of scary movies, haunted houses, and Halloween decorations that jump out at you? Why do some people love to be scared and others simply hate it? Experts say part of the answer begins deep in our brain.
As Hochul mails energy rebate checks, Mamdani officials push back on one-time relief
Mayor Zohran Mamdani spent parts of Friday and Sunday campaigning alongside Gov. Kathy Hochul for her reelection. On Monday, two leading figures in his
DASSH and Natural England Partner to Advance Marine Citizen Science Network
DASSH and Natural England have launched a partnership to develop a Marine Citizen Science Hub and bursary scheme, strengthening community-led ocean monitoring and connecting citizen science data to marine conservation and environmental management priorities across England.
New Heart Hub opens in Grundy County, expanding access to healthcare
The American Heart Association is expanding access to heart health resources in rural Tennessee through a new Heart Hub at the Littell-Partin Center in Grundy C
Halide’s Duo update just knocked an item off my camera wish list.
Halide III just got its iPhone Duo update with re-worked controls for the new screen formats and a feature that Apple’s native camera app left out: a waist-level viewfinder. When you use the phone in its L-shaped pose the image preview will appear on the top portion of the screen. I was hoping I’d be able to move the preview to the lower half of the screen and use it like a classic Hasselblad camera. It’s a nerdy little detail, but Halide is made by nerds, for nerds, and I appreciate that. [Link: Halide for Duo: Electric Boogaluo | https://www.lux.camera/halide-for-duo/ | Lux — iPhone camera apps, camera reviews and more]
Pennsylvania measles cases rise to 1,360, state health department says
Oct 26 () - The Pennsylvania Health Department on Monday reported 1,360 measles cases in the state, up 22 cases from its previous update.
Lancaster Twp. nursing and rehab center sold for $10.7M
The Hamilton Arms Center nursing and rehabilitation center in Lancaster Township has been sold for $10.7 million to a partnership affiliated with its operating company.
Wilmington Health facility sells for $9.4M
Wilmington Health’s main facility recently sold for more than $9 million. The 66,000-square-foot facility located at 1202 Medical Center Drive was purchased by Charlotte-based real estate investment firm Cedar Square in a $9.4 million sale-leaseback transaction, according to a deed recorded Oct. 21. Wilmington Health will continue leasing the facility, CEO Jeff James told the Business Journal in September. James said the lease term would likely be five years, with most services eventually transferring to a new medical office building under construction in the Midtown Park office area near The Pointe at Barclay. The Wilmington Health facility was originally listed earlier this year at $11.85 million. A Wilmington Health representative did not respond to a request for comment by press time. Steve Hall, vice president of BlueCoast Commercial, represented Wilmington Health in the transaction. “Wilmington Health wanted to unlock the value in its real estate without disrupting a single patient visit, and a sale-leaseback let them do exactly that,” said Hall in a text to the Business Journal Monday. “Cedar Square gets a long-term, absolute net investment anchored by one of the region’s leading physician groups, and Wilmington Health keeps its home on Medical Center Drive while redeploying that capital into care.” The sale marks Cedar Square’s first entry into the Wilmington market, according to Jon Dixon, the firm's managing partner and founder. “We are attracted to Wilmington's growth and what we see as strong long-term fundamentals,” said Dixon in an email Monday. “Population growth, relative affordability, and quality of life make it a compelling market for us. The climate and proximity to the coast are a big part of that appeal.” He added, “We hope to pursue additional opportunities across retail, industrial, medical office and multifamily in Wilmington. We will evaluate opportunities individually and remain disciplined about the properties we pursue. We would like this acquisition to be the beginning of a broader investment presence in Wilmington.” Given the facility’s age, Dixon said the site could eventually be redeveloped, potentially for medical office space or housing. Dixon said recent announcements from UNC Health and Atrium were among the factors behind the firm’s growing interest in Wilmington’s medical-office market. The announcements involve competing proposals for hospital expansion in New Hanover County, which are subject to the state’s Certificate of Need process. “Medical office remains one of the most sought-after asset classes in commercial real estate,” said Hall, “and well-located (medical office buildings) with strong operators are scarce in Southeastern North Carolina.” According to Dixon, Cedar Square describes itself as a boutique, hands-on real estate investment firm that values direct relationships with tenants and the communities where it owns property. “We’re very hands-on, and we like to be in direct contact with all of our tenants and the communities in which we own,” Dixon said. He added, “We’re definitely interested in building a presence with local owners, brokers and businesses or tenants.”
Heidi Klum, Queen of Halloween, teases this year’s ‘bloody’ costume
Each year, Klum unveils her full costume at her star-studded costume party on Oct. 31 in New York City.
A neglected particle from the dawn of time could explain why everything in the universe exists
A hypothetical particle could have briefly held more energy than everything else in the infant universe combined, which could help explain how matter won out over antimatter.
Dolly Parton’s niece ‘figured out’ singer had cancer after sharing her own diagnosis
Danielle Parton was recently named the brand ambassador for the late country star’s estate.
Pacers Sports & Entertainment announces departure of Amber Cox, Indiana Fever COO and GM
Pacers Sports & Entertainment announced the departure of Amber Cox, the Indiana Fever’s chief operating officer and general manager, effective immediately.
What Do the Midterm Election Results Mean for Health Care?
On November 5 at Noon ET, join KFF for a special post-election discussion and live podcast taping on these topics and more. KFF experts and journalists will provide analysis and insights about what the election results could mean for health policy and take audience questions. Part of the discussion will focus on public opinion survey data on how voters weighed health care as they went to the polls nationally and in the four states with abortion-related ballot initiatives.
The science of being scared: What happens to your brain, body when fear strikes?
Screams, chainsaws and terrifying characters are all part of the experience at Halloween haunted attractions, but what actually happens inside our bodies when we get scared? Sister station KETV’s reporter Connor Schmidt put that question to the
Why Bexar County's DA candidates are avoiding partisan politics
DA candidates Luz Elena Chapa, Ashley Foster and Jason Wolff say party labels don’t define them. Their plans for the felony backlog and diversion show where they differ.
Indiana webinar targets small business succession planning
INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana small-business owners can learn about ways to plan for the future of their companies during a free webinar Nov. 2, thanks to a partnership between the Indiana Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation and the Indiana Chamber of Commerce. The one-hour virtual event will examine three exit strategies: family office, employee ownership and […]
As Halloweekend kicks off the holidays, the first thing a good party host should do is read this
(CNN) — Party-hosting vets and newbies, the high season is officially here: This Halloweekend kicks off the most wonderful time of the year, with many other holidays and festivities to
Reproductive health and cystic fibrosis: New guidance offers options and hope
For much of the history of cystic fibrosis (CF) care, reproductive health was not a major part of the conversation. Fertility challenges were the norm for men and women with this genetic disorder, and ...
Judge: Maurene Comey was illegally fired from Justice Department
A federal judge on Monday found the Justice Department’s firing of Maurene Comey, a former federal prosecutor who presided over several high-profile cases including those of Jeffrey Epstein and Sean “Diddy” Combs, was unconstitutional.
HKSTP Partners with Leading Science and Technology Company Merck to Open a New Chapter in I&T Collaboration
EQS Newswire / 26/10/2026 / 17:15 CET/CEST New Merck Hong Kong Centre to Connect Global Expertise with Local Innovators and Accelerate R&D Commercialisation HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and Merck, a leading…
Spooky Science Carnival Ticket Giveaway
Win a Family (4) Four Pack of Tickets to the Spooky Science Carnival at the Science Spectrum. This “spooky, not scary event” will be held on Friday, October 30th, from 5:00pm-9:00pm all throughout the museum. This event is perfect for those looking for a safe Halloween alternative and a fun, educational party all rolled into one!
Is Anton Bonke Already Falling Out of Michigan State's Rotation?
After a sudden benching and dwindling minutes in exhibition play, the 7-foot-2 transfer faces an uncertain future as Tom Izzo reshuffles the Spartans’ frontcourt before tip-off.
Mid-Columbia Ballet prepares for 50th anniversary of "The Nutcracker"
RICHLAND, WA. — For 50 years, the Mid-Columbia Ballet has brought the holiday classic The Nutcracker to audiences in the Tri-Cities. This year, the organization is celebrating that milestone with 144 dancers, new costumes and months of preparation to bring the beloved production to life. The annual performance is a major undertaking for the dancers, instructors and volunteers who work behind the scenes to make the show possible. Rehearsals span 13 weeks, with dancers practicing four days a week for multiple hours at a time.This year’s production will feature new costumes for the Waltz of the Flowers, including a sequence with as many as 25 dancers on stage at once. The show also brings together performers across generations, including adults who have been part of the production for more than 20 years. For Artistic Director Debra Rogo, the preparation begins long before the curtains open.Rogo has been involved with the Mid-Columbia Ballet for 40 years and says planning for The Nutcracker takes place throughout the year. While organizing a production of this size requires significant time and effort, she says watching young dancers grow and develop a passion for ballet makes it all worthwhile. “It’s why I do this,” Rogo said. “It is overwhelming ina good way. To be able to share into their lives and watch them develop a love of this art form and the hard work … it makes me very proud.”Rogo’s decades of involvement reflect the lasting impact the production has had on the local dance community. For many performers, The Nutcracker is more than a seasonal performance. It is an opportunity to build skills, create relationships and become part of a tradition that continues year after year.While the dancers spend weeks rehearsing their routines, a large team of volunteers works behind the scenes to support the production.More than 100 volunteers are involved this year, helping make the performance possible. Their contributions reflect the range of people who come together to support the arts in the Tri-Cities.Randy Haven, a longtime volunteer, says the sense of community is one of the things that makes the experience so special.“The people that you hear volunteering, it’s incredible,” Haven said. He described seeing people from different backgrounds working together backstage, from employees at Hanford to parents raising large families.Haven says that shared commitment creates a family-like atmosphere among the people involved in the production. For Rebecca and Torrie, the Mid-Columbia Ballet has been part of their lives since childhood. Both began dancing with the organization at age seven and have since returned as teachers, helping introduce the next generation to the art form.Their connection to the ballet has continued into their adult lives, creating an opportunity to share their love of dance with younger performers.Torrie now has three daughters performing in The Nutcracker, giving her the chance to watch them experience a tradition that was also part of her own childhood.Being able to see her daughters participate in the production has made the experience especially meaningful, she said.Although audiences can see productions of The Nutcracker in major cities such as New York and Seattle, those involved with the Mid-Columbia Ballet say the local performance offers something distinctive.The community atmosphere allows audiences to experience the production while supporting local performers and the people who dedicate their time to the arts.Rebecca says experiencing a live performance alongside other people is particularly meaningful in a world where so much time is spent looking at screens.She believes live art gives people an opportunity to connect with one another through a shared experience.The ballet’s production also gives local dancers the chance to perform for their community while continuing a tradition that has been part of the Tri-Cities for five decades. When to see ‘The Nutcracker’ in RichlandThe Mid-Columbia Ballet will present its 50th-anniversary production of The Nutcracker Dec. 10 through Dec. 13 in Richland.Tickets go on sale Nov. 1. Audiences can look forward to seeing 144 dancers, new costumes and the work of more than 100 volunteers come together for the holiday production.COPYRIGHT 2026 BY APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED.
Earth’s first fully-marine amphibian stalked the seafloor with a chunky, bony body
‘Gerrothorax maritimus’ lived about 237 million years ago, when parts of China were covered by an ocean.
EMT training program opens new path to healthcare careers
MSU Denver, Denver Health partnership makes it easier to turn emergency medical training into college credit
Regal Care nursing home conditions are ‘unacceptable,’ says Mass. public health chief
Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health Robbie Goldstein joined GBH’s Morning Edition to discuss a recent report exposing a pattern of declining care at some nursing homes in the state.
Penn State Health reports measles exposure at Lancaster Medical Center
Penn State Health is warning individuals who visited the emergency department at Lancaster Medical Center Oct. 18 and 19 of a possible measles exposure.
Henrico Business in Brief: Oct. 26, 2026
Weekly news and notes from the Henrico business community Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reported that First Access Support Services LLC expanded its retail space at Brookhill Azalea, 5300 Chamberlayne Road, to a total of 7,078 square feet. A Party 4 U leased 4,050 square feet at the same center.
Utah House District 68: Sonya Ray and Scott Chew
Constitution Party candidate Sonya Ray answered Utah Public Radio's questionnaire on why she's running for State House District 68 and what issues matter the most for her.
Bon Secours Mercy Health to acquire majority stake in Surgery Partners in $5.7B deal
Bon Secours Mercy Health is acquiring a majority share in healthcare services company Surgery Partners in a take-private deal valuing the acquiree at $5.7 billion, the organizations announced Monda | The pending deal values the short-stay surgical platform at $5.7 billion, and is the latest example of large health systems' push to build out their ambulatory networks.
Christian County Health Department Seeks Tobacco Enforcement Volunteers
The Christian County Health Department is looking for more volunteers to assist with their tobacco enforcement efforts. The agency works with law enforcement to ensure local businesses that sell tobacco products ask customers to show their ID when needed. Speaking on the WTIM Morning Show, […]
📈 Monday data: The bottleneck isn’t intelligence
In the AI Investment Brief today: CapEx updates and lease commitment breakdowns Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark recently said in a speech at the IMF that the singularity has begun: For many years, researchers and science fiction authors have forecast a future in which AI systems drastically increase the pace of overall scientific and technical progress, making things move so quickly that it is hard for humans to keep up. They call this the singularity. I believe that this year we have gained convincing evidence that it has now begun. This follows Anthropic’s claim that in August, 26% of its AI R&D was led by Claude, with a human supervising its work. In October, OpenAI posted 719 math manuscripts1 made by its internal model. Math and coding are two fields where a research loop can close without leaving the desk. But can the loop close in the rest of science? Subscribe The loop is real The idea is not new. Mathematician Irving John Good, who had worked with Alan Turing at Bletchley Park, argued that a machine smarter than us “could design even better machines; there would then unquestionably be an ‘intelligence explosion,’ and the intelligence of man would be left far behind.” The Gödel machine, a self-improving computer that can rewrite its own code better than its prior, was first proposed in 2003. In 2025, researchers at Sakana AI and the University of British Columbia set out to show that this was possible. Their agents iteratively improved their own code through a feedback loop, resulting in gains of 30 pp on SWE-bench and more than 15 pp on Polyglot, testing coding skills beyond Python. The idea has since been tested in other labs. A Gemini-powered agent called AlphaEvolve found a faster matrix multiplication kernel used for training Gemini, speeding up the kernel by 23% and cutting Gemini’s training time by 1%. In China, MiniMax reported that its M2.7 model worked on improving its own agent’s harness, skills, sampling and memory. Over 100 rounds of rewriting led to a 30% gain, per its internal evaluations. In each case, what was being rewritten was not the model itself but everything around it. Is it better than human work? In September this year, in what seemed like a milestone, an AI-built agent proved as good at improving other AI agents as a human-built one. It did that in what appeared to be half the steps. But the result was inconclusive: the differences between runs were greater than the difference between the AI- and human-built agent results. Nonetheless, this is increasing the chatter around recursive self-improvement (RSI) in AI. Google’s Sundar Pichai said that “you have RSI loops along with AI researchers in various aspects of model development.” Sakana AI published a paper on RSI through multi-agent collaboration, finding that after two cycles its system scored 1.2–1.6x better per output token than the base model across four research benchmarks. Ramez Naam challenges that view. He splits AI self-improvement into five overlapping types. The first four describe how autonomous the AI is; so far, only types 1 and 2 have been observed. The fifth type describes accelerating returns, and he notes that greater autonomy doesn’t guarantee a takeoff scenario. Instead, each round of self-improvement would need to deliver at least as much as the last. The results from Sakana, AlphaEvolve and MiniMax above might look like type 3 or type 4 autonomy. But in each case, the AI wasn’t updating its own weights directly, only the ancillary parts — the harness, the memory. And where Claude leads its own R&D, for now a human still supervises.
IDF responds to Zamir, Netanyahu clash over Iran strike, stops short of denial
"The operational activities and factors considered by the IDF are based solely on security, professional, substantive, and nonpartisan considerations," the military said.
Part of Antarctica named after former BBC science correspondent
A stretch of water in the west of the continent is now called the Amos Channel after the ex-BBC journalist.
Part of Antarctica named after former BBC reporter Jonathan Amos
A stretch of water in the west of the continent is now called the Amos Channel after the ex-BBC journalist.
Stuckeman School to host expert in psychological and brain sciences for talk
The Stuckeman School in Penn State’s College of Arts and Architecture will host John Gero, research professor in psychological and brain sciences at Drexel University, for a lecture at 4 p.m. on Nov. 4 in the Stuckeman Family Jury Space. Co-hosted by the Department of Architecture, the talk will also be live-streamed via Zoom.