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Johnson County cancer survivor's business helping others got her two tickets to the World Cup
The Balm Box include items like blankets, underarm pillows, cuticle oil, and lip balm — products designed to address the real side effects of cancer treatment.
United Nations: business can’t build economic resilience from the sidelines
As geopolitical risk rises and the $4 trillion SDG financing gap widens, blended finance will only scale if companies help design systems.
Small Business Resource Fair in Covington connects entrepreneurs with free support and training
By Abigail Wright NKyTribune staff writer Local entrepreneurs, aspiring business owners and students gathered on Monday at the Kenton County Public Library’s Covington branch for the 2026 Small Business Resource Fair, an event designed to connect the region’s business community with free resources, training and networking opportunities. Hosted by the Economic & Community Development Institute...
Former Lucid COO described robotaxi plan before cuts
Lucid's now-former COO, Marc Winterhoff, told Business Insider that the company's robotaxi strategy was designed to be capital-efficient.
Scientists design a clay that can prevent fruits and vegetables from rotting too quickly
Avocados from Chile, bananas from Costa Rica, tomatoes from southern Spain, mangoes from Brazil. A large share of the fruit and vegetables we eat have traveled across the globe before they reach store ...
Longtime Georgia radio host, political commentator Martha Zoller has died
Martha Zoller, a longtime Georgia radio host, political commentator, and conservative activist whose voice became a fixture in state politics for more than three decades, has died.
Hideo Kojima Says Upcoming Xbox Horror Game OD Has a Special System for People Who Are Too Scared to Keep Playing
Hideo Kojima has teased his upcoming Xbox horror game, OD, revealing it includes a special system designed for people who are too scared to keep playing.
This May Be The Most Infuriatingly Located Oil Filter In Automotive History
The Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe was designed around a 3.8-liter V6. In adding more displacement, Ford plopped the oil filter halfway up its block.
Health inspections in first half of 2026 lead to restaurant closures, warnings in Champaign Co.
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — In the first half of the year, more than two dozen businesses in Champaign County have received less than satisfactory health inspections. These businesses hav…
RedMagic shows its next gaming tablet with water cooling, reveals its launch date
It's finally coming this month. Back in May, RedMagic announced that it would be unveiling its next gaming tablet in June, and today we finally have an...
Aerial begins in Fort Bend County after mosquito population grows to become public health emergency
Planes will drop pesticides over designated areas around Fort Bend County each evening through Thursday, officials said.
Maltby Cafe, known for giant cinnamon rolls, to get new home
The iconic Maltby Cafe, which is known for its massive cinnamon rolls made from scratch, will expand into a designed community of retail space called "Maltby Village."
Mackenzie McMahon Earns "Best of Division III" Honor in College Sports Communicators Creative and Digital Design Contest
She had three entries place in the annual contest.
California is getting ready to increase a health insurance tax. Will it affect your premium?
Legislators approved a redesigned health tax that shifts more cost onto privately insured Californians to help preserve billions in federal Medi-Cal funding.
Scientists have designed a clay that can prevent fruits and vegetables from rotting too quickly
The gas ethylene causes fruit and vegetables to ripen faster and is responsible for millions of tons of food being lost annually during transport and storage. Now researchers from the University of Copenhagen, among others, have succeeded in getting clay to collect the gas and hope that the material can help reduce food waste in the long term.
AI in Mental Healthcare Presents Both Opportunities and Challenges
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology and its applications are reshaping many domains of modern life, including how individuals seek support for mental health needs and how they receive that care. Healthcare professionals are rapidly adopting AI-based applications designed to support workflow and care delivery, streamline processes, and help expand access to services.
KSU master’s graduates benefit from NIH-funded bridge program
Recent Kennesaw State University graduate April Ford engaged in a program designed to help master’s students in the College of Science and Mathematics gain the experience they needed to pursue doctoral degrees elsewhere. She’ll stand as an example of the Peach State Bridges to the Doctorate program’s effectiveness, having earned her Master of Science in Integrative Biology (MSIB) and acceptance into a Ph.D. program. Ford, Jojo Croffie, and Lindsey Knight all earned their MSIB degrees, and thanks to enrichment through the Peach State Bridges to the Doctorate program, each will start a Ph.D. in the fall.
Why shadows on a tennis court cause headaches for players and fans
Every year at some tournaments, stadium design and the sun combine to dazzling effect — in a bad way.
Juneteenth Fashion Show Highlights Design, Entertainment, and Culture
The runway told the story of African achievement, from the entertainment to the fashions displayed.
The John Ternus Era at Apple Will Reportedly Revive Apple’s Focus on Bold Design
Apple products used to be huggable toys. Are those days coming back?
2026 NBA Mock Draft: Giannis Antetokounmpo trade would create chaos; Wizards select Darryn Peterson at No. 1
There is bound to be drama on draft night and in this mock draft, we project trades that could happen -- including the Giannis blockbuster
John Ternus set to re-establish importance of Apple's design team when he takes over as CEO: report
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman today posted the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, recapping the last ten years of Apple’s...
Vermont’s Governor Scott vetoes Legislature’s attempt at healthcare reform
The bill was designed to fast-track premium savings for public school employees and people buying plans on Vermont’s Affordable Care Act marketplace.
A Big Change Is Coming to Roku TVs
A big transformations are underway across the Roku TVs home screen as leading manufacturers, including TCL, begin implementing standardized home screen interfaces on their devices. This shift replaces the previous customized designs that each brand had developed independently with the uniform Roku platform experience. The result is a more consistent visual presentation that emphasizes the […]
Chinese sodium battery surprised scientists by matching key Tesla benchmarks
Researchers found that a Chinese sodium-ion battery performs far better than expected, with production quality and design features comparable to Tesla’s batteries. If engineers can improve cold-weather charging and energy density, sodium could become a cheaper and more abundant alternative to lithium for EVs and large-scale energy storage.
Science & Medicine: A San Antonio researcher is studying magnets and money to treat alcohol use disorder
Alcohol use disorder affects millions of Americans, but treatment options remain limited, and relapse is common. A UT Health San Antonio researcher is studying two unconventional approaches that he hopes could one day be combined into a single, more effective treatment.
6-woman team celebrates opening of expanded Tazewell County business
A design shop opened an expanded storefront in Morton on Saturday, hosting an open house to showcase the new space and its six-woman team.
Students turn local fishing culture into hands-on science, business project
Crawford School students built crawler harnesses and perch rigs, designed packaging and sold products at local craft fair
Fort Smith Metro News Briefs: USA Truck military support, Baptist Health to hold ‘MASH’ events
Following are recent news brief items from the Fort Smith metro. Military Support Van Buren-based USA Truck recently announced its Military Apprenticeship Program designed to provide career paths for those...
XAPP Design Expands Charleston Digital Marketing Services As CEO Earns Honor
XAPP Design, Inc. (304-610-7406) has announced expanded digital marketing services for Charleston businesses seeking stronger online visibility,...
How to Switch To The New Roku Home Screen on Roku TVs & Roku Players
Roku has introduced a way for owners of its streaming devices and televisions to switch to the company’s newly redesigned home screen ahead of the automatic rollout. The new interface represents the most significant overhaul to the platform’s main screen in more than a decade, bringing enhanced personalization, quicker content discovery, and a more dynamic […]
KFC's strategy shifts focus to timeless relevance, not just Gen Z
KFC's strategy focuses on staying relevant across generations with new menu items, drinks, and designs, not just targeting Gen Z.
District leaders celebrate strides in local and minority business contracting
Through the D.C. Community Anchor Partnership, 17 major institutions have spent more than $1.5 billion with D.C.-based businesses, including nearly $1 billion with minority-owned firms. The initiative’s leaders say it is reshaping how large institutions approach contracting by connecting them with local businesses and building capacity for long-term growth.
Buffalo Science Museum hosts annual Community Health Day event
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Juneteenth was a busy day at the Buffalo Museum of Science, where families attended a free health and wellness fair on Friday. Community Health Day is designed to conne…
UAM lands $500,000 grant for Weevil Wellness Center, with funding through March 2027
The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) received a $500,000 grant to construct an integrated health facility designed to serve students, faculty, and sta
Clemson Athletics Introduces Multi-Sport “Paw Pass” Ticket
Clemson Athletics is launching a new ticket platform, Paw Pass, designed to give fans more flexibility and access to a wide range of athletic events throughout the year.
Figma CEO says creative people shouldn't worry about AI
Figma CEO Dylan Field encouraged designers to push creative boundaries beyond AI's "average" design capabilities.
Alogic Debuts New Touchscreen Monitors and Portable Displays With Mac Support
Alogic this week unveiled a new lineup of touchscreen displays that bring touch and stylus functionality to Macs, including the FOKUS interactive touchscreen series, the Aspekt Touch 27" monitor, and new Folio portable touchscreen displays. Aspekt Touch 27" While Apple has yet to release a touchscreen Mac, Alogic has established itself as one of the few display makers offering touch-enabled monitors designed to work with macOS.
2026 NBA Draft Roundtable: Who goes No. 1 overall? Experts favor AJ Dybantsa over Darryn Peterson
Our experts weigh in on the No. 1 overall pick, the Cameron Boozer or Caleb Wilson debate and which late-round sleeper has a chance to be an NBA All-Star
“Clunky” Epic Games Launcher is getting a “Ground-up rebuild” that promises to be at least 5x faster
The company has confirmed that a major overhaul of the Epic Games Store with several improvements and changes is currently in development.
Ilitch Sports + Entertainment and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Detroit Create New Pathways for Detroit’s Young Innovators
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Researchers found a Wordle strategy that wins 99% of the time
Researchers developed a Wordle-solving strategy that succeeds 99% of the time by focusing on information gain rather than likely answers. The method uses Shannon entropy to identify guesses that reveal the most about the hidden word. Each guess is designed to slash uncertainty and narrow the possibilities faster. The result significantly outperformed more traditional Wordle tactics.
New workshop trains Catholic scientists to fight myth of faith-science conflict
This year at its annual conference, the Society of Catholic Scientists offered a new workshop designed to prepare Catholic scientists to speak on science and faith topics in the public square.
K-Stage Festival to give Hong Kong a dose of Korean culture beyond BTS
Starting June 25, the festival will mix new and old in stage shows designed to show a different side of South Korea’s eclectic culture.
Checking out Indiana's revamped health price platform
Indiana recently updated its healthcare transparency website with an AI chatbot, a sleek design and companion sites to help Hoosiers
‘If it doesn’t work out, I’m blaming JD’: Vance’s risky gambit on Iran peace efforts
As the Trump administration neared a breakthrough in its negotiations with Iran, Vice President JD Vance jumped at the chance to be the face of a peace agreement designed to end months of unpopular war.
Unique drill shows Brian Daboll's creative approach with Titans
A video from Titans practice showcased Brian Daboll's creative drill designed to improve the Titans' offensive playmaker's awareness.
Gemini Live can now access your past chats Memory, Connected Apps info
Following the big Neural Expressive redesign and new voices last month, Google has updated Gemini Live with Memory access.
Philips Hue Adds Play Table Lamp, Floor Lamp, and New Candle Bulbs
Signify today announced two new Philips Hue devices to expand its Hue Entertainment lineup, debuting the Philips Hue Play Table Lamp and the Philips Hue Play Floor Lamp Large. There are also new candle bulbs. The two lamps are similar to the existing Signe Hue table and floor lamps, featuring a tall, linear design that casts light on a wall or surface behind the light.
Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority funds terminal
Commissioners approved an additional $2.6 million for design of a new baggage system and administration building.
Advanced Tech on Station Informing Space-Designed Health Treatments
The Expedition 74 crew explored how weightlessness affects cartilage growth and the digestive system on Thursday to protect crew health and improve patient care on Earth. The orbital residents are also gearing up for a robotics maintenance spacewalk at the end of the month on the International Space Station.
Advanced Tech on Station Informing Space-Designed Health Treatments
The Expedition 74 crew explored how weightlessness affects cartilage growth and the digestive system on Thursday to protect crew health and improve patient care on Earth. The orbital residents are also gearing up for a robotics maintenance spacewalk at the end of the month on the International Space Station.
Epic Games Launcher V2 promises 5x faster launch and 6.5x faster library restore
Launcher V2 public release appears on the 12-month roadmap. Epic Games is preparing a major redesign of the Epic Games Store and Launcher.
Exclusive: Rama Duwaji Sports Cult NYC Label at New York Knicks Championship Parade
"I could not be more proud of our city and everyone representing it right now," said designer Miss Claire Sullivan, who made the upcycled dress entirely from bootleg Knicks merch.
Google Health 5.02 rolling out with return of naps, Hourly activity, & more
Google Health’s work to address issues and make improvements to the redesigned Android and iOS app continues today with version 5.02.
“Underestimated” premieres July 16 on Palmetto Sports & Entertainment
WIS 10 announced today to be the exclusive broadcast partner for Underestimated: A Lower Richland Football Story, a six-part, one-hour cinematic docuseries produced by Kendall Projects Media and Design Company.
“Underestimated” premieres July 16 on Palmetto Sports & Entertainment
WIS 10 announced today to be the exclusive broadcast partner for Underestimated: A Lower Richland Football Story, a six-part, one-hour cinematic docuseries produced by Kendall Projects Media and Design Company.
Advancing Brain Health & Caregiving with Healthy Aging Practices
Learn how to advance brain health and caregiving through healthy aging practices and policies, including paid family leave, healthy community design, and more.
City launched $2.4M small business loan program in partnership with Business Impact NW -
Fourth Plain Commons The City has launched a new citywide $2.4 million Revolving Loan Fund designed to expand access to capital for small businesses.
Clarinda Business Park Earns Iowa Certified Site Designation
The Hugh and Maxine Loudon Business Park in Clarinda has earned an Iowa Certified Site designation through IEDA's Certified Sites program.
Leaked iPhone Ultra renders suggest Apple has been closely watching Samsung
Apple's rumored iPhone Ultra could debut in September with a wider design, slim build, and a price tag exceeding $2000.
READ IT: The full text of the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding:
Trump releases memorandum of understanding with Iran designed to permanently block Tehran's path to nuclear weapons in exchange for sanctions relief.
Elanco to launch $25M VC program focused on animal health innovation
The fund will target investments in animal-health therapeutics and technologies designed to improve care, Elanco said.
Architect Labs raises $24 million to take on Broadcom, Marvell custom chip business
Architect Labs said on Thursday it had raised $24 million in seed funding to build a company that will use artificial intelligence to speed and ease the design of custom chips.
Adobe adds its AI assistant to Premiere, Illustrator and InDesign
Adobe is updating its Firefly AI assistant with new chops, and adding it to Premiere, Illustrator, InDesign and Frame.io.
YouTube is testing another Android redesign, and your muscle memory might hate it
YouTube is testing new changes to its player UI on the Android app, less than a year after its last redesign.
Penn State Health names vice president, Primary Care Service Line
Penn State Health has named Naomi Shreiner vice president, Primary Care Service Line, a newly established leadership role designed to strengthen and coordinate primary care across the health system.
Vampire Survivors studio Poncle is "reviewing" its Fortnite collaboration after the State of Unreal show and Epic's focus on generative AI
Poncle is seemingly reconsidering its Vampire Survivors Fortnite collaboration after seeing how Epic is using generative AI to help design assets.
Ilitch Companies Announces Formation of Ilitch Gaming, a National Gaming, Hospitality, and Entertainment Platform
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Austin Transit Partnership reviews light rail design as business stresses about relocation
Austin’s long-debated light rail project moved into another phase as the Austin Transit Partnership met to discuss design and preconstruction work, while some b
Discovery Supercomputer’s first applications selected for Day-One Science
Scientific computing experts at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have selected the first nine research projects that will run on Discovery, the nation’s next flagship supercomputer, slated for deployment in 2028. The projects will be developed through the Discovery Center for Accelerated Application Readiness program at ORNL’s Oak Ridge Leadership Computing Facility. The program is designed to ensure that a suite of leading-edge scientific applications is optimized and ready to deliver results as soon as Discovery becomes operational.
iPhone Air With Dual Lens Camera Coming in Spring 2027
Apple is working on a new iPhone Air that's expected to launch in spring 2027, reports Bloomberg. The updated iPhone Air could get an Ultra Wide lens in addition to the Wide lens to make it a better value for the money. An iPhone Air with two camera lenses has reached the advanced testing phase. The device has the same design as the current model with the exception of the extra lens.
Ready for some vegetable-based entertainment this Father’s Day? | Los Gatan
Who’s ready for a day at the races? The legendary Annual Zucchini Car Races are making a comeback. They’re scheduled to return to the Los Gatos Farmers’ Market Sunday, June 21. Landing on Father’s Day, this will be a fun way to bond with the family and work together to design the perfect race car—out […]
iPhone Ultra final design shared by Apple’s nemesis
Despite the ongoing legal battle, leaker Jon Prosser has been active in sharing leaks and renders for upcoming iPhone models. His latest could very well be the final version of the iPhone Ultra.
MU Health care lays off 74 employees, closing Hy-Vee Quick Care locations
MU Health Care said an "organizational redesign" includes the removal of 74 employee positions and the closure of Hy-Vee Quick Care clinics.
Anthropic Is Bringing Together AI Design and Coding in Claude
New updates mean you should be able to go back and forth between coding and designing without interruptions.
Anthropic ships major Claude Design overhaul with design system imports, code round-trips, and a fix for its token-burning problem
Anthropic has overhauled Claude Design with brand-compliance controls, Claude Code integration, lower token usage and new enterprise app exports, positioning the AI tool as a serious platform for design-to-code workflows.
You won't be able to buy iPhone 19 as Apple reportedly plans jump to iPhone 20 next year
To celebrate 20 years of iPhone, Apple plans a radical design change for 2027.
Vanderbilt Health advances nursing innovation and workforce well-being in ‘Strong by Design’ State of Nursing address
She highlighted several systemic and financial programs designed to improve departmental collaboration between frontline staff and operational teams, and better support workforce well-being and professional growth.
Naomi Shreiner named Penn State Health’s first vice president, Primary Care Service Line
Penn State Health has named Naomi Shreiner vice president, Primary Care Service Line, a newly established leadership role designed to strengthen and coordinate primary care across the health system.
Google’s first smart speaker in six years arrives next week
The Google Home Speaker is designed for Gemini for Home and its more conversational smart home assistant.
Reid Sigmon Named Senior Deputy Director of Athletics/ Chief Business and Revenue Officer
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Naval Academy Director of Athletics Michael Kelly has named Reid Sigmon senior deputy director of athletics/chief business and revenue officer, a newly created leadership position designed to accelerate revenue growth, expand business operations and enhance the long-term strategic positioning of Navy Athletics.
Albertsons launches branded entertainment series with P&G
Albertsons launches branded entertainment series with P&G
Business Record recognized nationally for journalism and design excellence
On behalf of Business Publications Corp., I am proud to share that the Business Record received national recognition in two categories at the 2026 Alliance of Area Business Publishers Editorial Excellence Awards. While awards are never the goal, recognition from industry peers is always meaningful. These honors place the Business Record alongside some of the…
Soccer is a ‘poorly designed experiment.’ And that makes it great.
Look no further than Cape Verde tying Spain in the World Cup and embrace the unpredictability.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: The Foldable We’ve Been Waiting For
Recent FCC filings confirm the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 lineup, highlighting a new Wide model and more.
Montana Board of Investments closes deal on Laurel land for proposed forensic mental health facility
The state has closed on its purchase of 114 acres in west Laurel proposed for a forensic mental health facility and is now asking Yellowstone County to rezone the property.
WHO Step-by-Step programme recognized as a promising innovation for mental health in humanitarian settings
WHO, in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and Lebanon’s National Mental Health Programme, showcased Step-by-Step at the World Bank Group’s biennial Fragility Forum in Washington, DC. The forum convened more than 1500 representatives from governments, international organizations and civil society to advance the development agenda in the world’s most fragile and crisis-affected communities. WHO was invited to demonstrate Step-by-Step – a digital self-help intervention for depression, alongside innovations presented by Stanford University and Google. The World Bank Group selected Step-by-Step from among more than 50 innovations that they reviewed in the lead up to the Forum.About Step-by-StepStep-by-Step is a free digital tool developed by WHO in collaboration with Lebanon’s National Mental Health Programme and other partners, that helps people manage depression and anxiety on their own, with light guidance from a trained supporter. It uses a picture-based story to walk users through evidence-based techniques for managing common mental health conditions. Users complete five modules, with weekly contacts – of around 15 minutes each – from a trained non-specialist helper, such as a community health worker.Evidence-basedClinical trials in Lebanon involving nearly 1250 participants – including 680 Lebanese participants and 569 Syrian participants – showed that Step-by-Step significantly reduced depression, anxiety and stress, and improved daily functioning. By the end of the programme, a reduction in depressive symptoms of more than 50% was reported by almost half (46%) of Lebanese participants and more than one third (37%) of Syrian participants compared to approximately 14% of those who did not use the programme. Cost-effectiveness analyses further suggest that Step-by-Step may offer a cost-saving response to depression in humanitarian emergencies in low- and middle-income countries.Used globallyStep-by-Step is already in use nationwide in Lebanon and Thailand, as part of each country’s mental health system. In India, the NGO – Kaya Guides – has adapted Step-by-Step for delivery through a widely used messaging app. Together, these programmes have provided thousands of people with evidence-based support for depression. The content is freely available from the WHO website for any organization or country to adapt for their own context.A new implementation guideThe Fragility Forum coincided with the recent launch of WHO’s new practical guide: Psychological self-help interventions: delivering self-help for individuals, featuring Step-by-Step and Doing What Matters in Times of Stress (WHO, 2026). The guide is designed to help governments, health workers, organizations and planners bring evidence-based mental health support to more people, particularly in low-resource and crisis-affected settings.
Superconductivity breakthrough could unlock ultra-efficient electronics
A clever nanoscale redesign may have solved one of superconductivity’s biggest problems. Researchers in Sweden discovered that by subtly sculpting the surface beneath an ultrathin superconducting material, they could make it stay superconducting at higher temperatures and under much stronger magnetic fields.
NFL, NBA unions applaud efforts on bill designed to fix college sports in letter obtained by the AP
The NFL Players Association and National Basketball Players Association teamed up on letter to leaders of the Senate Commerce Committee, applauding their efforts on a recently introduced Senate bill designed to fix college sports. The unions wrote that they support the bill for provisions that guarantee NIL rights and provide medical and healthcare benefits. “We encourage continued meaningful stakeholder engagement and negotiations to further strengthen the bill as it moves through Congress to ensure college athletes are protected and empowered,” read the letter addressed to Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash.
Malicious JetBrains Marketplace plugins steal AI API keys from developers
At least 15 malicious plugins found on the JetBrains Marketplace were designed to steal AI API keys from developers.
Dodgers activate Tommy Edman, designate Santiago Espinal for assignment
LOS ANGELES — Tommy Edman was activated off the 60-day injured list on Tuesday after missing the first 73 games of the season following right ankle surgery in November. They get back a multi-positional player who started 32 of 33 postseason games in his first two years with Los Angeles. To make room on both […]
Merchants of Doubt and the attacks on Extreme Event Attribution science
Last week, I attended a meeting at Columbia University on attribution science and climate law, hosted by the Sabin Center. It was a fantastic event, bringing together scientists and legal experts working at the intersection of extreme event attribution and climate law. Subscribe For those unfamiliar with it, extreme event attribution attempts to quantify the contribution of climate change to an extreme event. For example, several groups analyzed the impact of climate change on Hurricane Harvey’s enormous rainfall totals over Houston, Texas and they found that climate change increased rainfall by 15 to 38%. One thing that came up again and again was how terrified fossil-fuel interests are of extreme event attribution science. They are acutely aware that this research could land them in court. And losing those cases would leave them legally liable for billions of dollars in climate damages. Because the legal stakes are so high, the blowback has turned ugly. I spoke with several scientists at the meeting who are facing ongoing harassment over their work. This blowback is a coordinated campaign to make the entire field look suspect. The goal is to create the impression that attribution science is too uncertain, too political, or too conflicted to be useful in court or in public policy. The strategy is not based on actual science or evidence of misconduct, but on the generation of doubt. The new Merchants of Doubt We’ve seen this before. In fact, not that long ago: We only have to go back a year to the Department of Energy (DOE) Climate Working Group (CWG) report to see an example of using doubt as the tool to push back against well-established science. This strategy is laid out in an email from a member of the CWG, Dr. Roy Spencer, that was released during litigation over the Climate Working Group process. The key quote is: About all I can hope is that what we write will provide sufficient “reasonable scientific doubt” regarding the science claims in the 2009 TSD [technical support document], based upon almost 2 decades of new science, to call into question the original reasoning for the EPA Administrator’s decision that CO2 presents a threat to human health and welfare. This statement is strong evidence that at least some members of the committee were working to support a particular policy outcome: revoking the Endangerment Finding. The email also explains how they planned to do it: by attempting to generate “reasonable doubt”. This is going to be hard, Spencer implies. Despite falsely claiming that “2 decades of new science” weakens the case, Spencer explicitly acknowledges that the actual peer-reviewed science of climate change overwhelmingly rejects his position: But if the science argument is decided upon by a vote, or by the number of published citations, we lose the science argument. We can go back even further: This CWG email shares unmistakable DNA with the infamous 1969 tobacco memo that declared: “Doubt is our product, since it is the best means of competing with the ‘body of fact’ that exists in the mind of the general public. It is also the means of establishing a controversy.” The tobacco memo also acknowledges the limit of this strategy: Like the CWG, they knew the science was not on their side. Share The new new Merchants of Doubt The people attacking the IPCC chapter on extreme event attribution are the newest iteration of the Merchants of Doubt. Their goal, like all Merchants before them, is to introduce doubt into the process. Because the report is not even out yet, they cannot attack its conclusions. So they are attacking the authors instead. Here is a press release from the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee: In the letter, the Chairmen express concerns about potential conflicts of interest involving members of the Attribution Committee, stating that “publicly available information suggests a troubling pattern” in which committee members are affiliated with nonprofits that support climate accountability lawsuits, “raising the appearance of impropriety and member bias.” To be clear, this is just innuendo. There is no actual evidence of bias. And given the robust process that these reports go through, including multiple lines of peer review, it seems very unlikely that significant bias can survive into the report. When the report comes out, critics will have the opportunity to make legitimate criticisms of the report — if any exist. If none do, however, they’ll still make criticisms, but they’ll be bogus, simply designed to generate doubt. We’ll see. A note to the press: Fix your frame To any journalists reading this: The public debate over extreme event attribution science is not going away. The science is simply too dangerous to fossil-fuel interests for them to stop fighting it. You very well might be assigned to write an article about this area of research in the future. When you do, do not automatically adopt the framing that climate misinformers want you to use. They want you to frame the story around questions like: Are climate scientists trying to put their thumb on the scale to achieve a predetermined, politically motivated result? Are climate scientists improperly letting their politics invade the science of the IPCC? That frame is a trap. Instead, you need to view this through the historical lens of the Merchants of Doubt. How does the ecosystem of doubt operate? Who funds it? What methods do they use to misrepresent science and slime researchers? What scientific results are they trying to keep people from understanding are legitimate? Ultimately, you instead need to focus your article on the generation of doubt as a way to maintain the fossil fuel industry’s social and legal license to keep burning oil, gas, and coal. If you treat the misinformers’ frame as a legitimate, good-faith scientific critique, you are helping them produce doubt. Don’t do it. Don’t be a Merchant of Doubt. Thanks for reading The Climate Brink! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. Subscribe other stuff The Staying Curious Substack has an interesting post about the different flavors of climate sensitivity. This is crucial information if you want to understand how scientists think about how much warming the Earth will experience. I’d be grateful if you could hit the like button ❤️ below! 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Claro USA and reVolver Podcasts Unveil Claro Música Pulso, a Reimagined Entertainment Platform Featuring Podcasts, Music, Video, Radio and More
Claro Música Pulso launches with more than 500,000 subscribers and expands through a strategic partnership with reVolver PodcastsDALLAS, June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Claro USA and reVolver Podcasts today announced the evolution of its entertainment platform with the launch of Claro Música Pulso, a redesigned and enhanced digital destination that brings together music, podcasts, radio, video, and future multimedia experiences within a single, intuitive ecosystem. Building on the success of C
Ohio State students showcase creativity, business sense at fashion show
The Ohio State University students who participated in the Fashion Production Association’s (FPA) recent runway show at the Ohio Union not only put their creativity into practice – they gained professional experience that can benefit them in the workplace, organizers say. The runway show gives students in the fashion and retail studies progr...
Siri AI may have confirmed a major iPhone 18 design change
Apple may have hidden a crucial iPhone 18 design detail in plain sight.
Opinion | Social Security’s Political Design and Peril
Readers discuss the trust fund’s deceptive history and dangerous future.
Qualcomm wants to be the chip inside whatever replaces your smartphone, and it just announced two products toward that end
Qualcomm's CEO said today that the company is working on over 40 new AI hardware designs