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Nebraska football adds two more coaches to staff
Nebraska added two more coaches to the staff. Lonnie Teasley is now the running game coordinator and Roy Manning is the defensive edge rushers coach.
Washington Commanders make roster move for Week 16 vs. Eagles
The Commanders were down to two tight ends after injuries to Zach Ertz and Colson Yankoff.
Massachusetts Department of Health report 13 adult flu deaths this season
Flu-like symptoms are increasingly prevalent across Massachusetts as the holiday season approaches, with the Massachusetts Department of Health reporting 13 adult deaths attributed to influenza thi…
Syracuse swears 'nothing wrong' with offense ahead of Northeastern game
Although Syracuse coach Adrian Autry insists there's nothing wrong with his team's offense, the Orange will enter Saturday's nonconference game against visiting Northeastern ranked last among ACC teams in free-throw percentage.
Alabama vs. Oklahoma score, live updates: Follow College Football Playoff first-round action
College Football Playoff first-round preview and how to watch
We give a quick breakdown of each first-round game, including how you can watch the College Football Playoff.
News4JAGs predictions: Jaguars have a tough test at Mile High against Broncos
Jaguars season is back and our News4JAX sports staff is back with its predictions as well. Each week, we’ll unveil our predictions for the week’s game. Jacksonville (10-4) visits Denver to face the 12-2 Broncos who currently lead the AFC. A win by the Jaguars would bolster their case to win the AFC South.
Roundup: Congress skips town without ACA vote, Trump reclassifies cannabis : The NPR Politics Podcast
It was another busy week in Washington. We discuss President Trump’s decision to reclassify cannabis as a schedule 3 drug, a revealing news story about the inner workings of the White House, and Congress’s decision to leave town without voting to extend expiring healthcare subsidies.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, and White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Netflix shows Political Science professor What’s in the Box?
From thinking outside the box while teaching Political Science to guessing What’s in the Box? on the Netflix game show released in December — Leona Pallansch, Ph.D., has done it all.
Long Beach Sports News, Sports Scores: Long Beach Press-Telegram
Sports News and Sports Scores in Long Beach, including Dodgers, Lakers, Angels Baseball, USC, UCLA and California State University Long Beach
Henry Ford Health reaches contract with Rochester hospital nurses, radiology techs
Zack Scrivner granted mental health diversion amid felony abuse and weapon charges
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Bruce Pearl makes network debut, previews CBS Sports Classic between UK vs. St. John's, UNC vs. Ohio State
The former Auburn coach will be on the call for both of Saturday's CBS Sports Classic games.
Accelerating AI-Powered Chemistry and Materials Science Simulations with NVIDIA ALCHEMI Toolkit-Ops
Machine learning interatomic potentials (MLIPs) are transforming the landscape of computational chemistry and materials science. MLIPs enable atomistic simulations that combine the fidelity of…
2025 Pinkbike Awards: Mountain Bike of the Year Nominees
This year's contenders include everything from a World Cup winning DH machine to a fast and friendly trail bike.
Gordon Ramsay Entering Scripted TV Game With Cutthroat Cooking School Drama Starring Rachel Bilson For Fox Entertainment Studios
Rachel Bilson and Gordon Ramsay are teaming on a Fox TV series adaptation of Kathleen Flinn's 'The Sharper Your Knife, the Less You Cry'.
College Football Playoff storylines: Double-duty coaches stretched thin
Plus, does Alabama's Kalen DeBoer face a must-win against Oklahoma?
SpaceX Loses Starlink Satellite, This Space Stock Initiated Overweight
SpaceX loses contact with Starlink satellite in mishap. Intuitive Machines angles toward buy point. EchoStar rally continues.
TrueAchievements Game of the Year Awards 2025 voting now open
It's time to celebrate your favorite Xbox games and achievements of the year. Voting is now open for the TrueAchievements Game of the Year Awards 2025.
For a prime minister struggling in the wake of Bondi terror, standing up to the gun lobby is smart politics
Restoring a feeling of safety for Australian Jews will take extraordinary effort. As well as stamping out antisemitism, the work should start with a national approach to managing guns
A total League of Legends revamp is coming in 2027
Riot Games has confirmed that it’s working on a massive update for League of Legends.
I tried on coats at Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy. The experience reminded me that a great piece is worth investing in.
I tried on winter coats at Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic, and compared each option based on the design, fabric, price, and overall quality.
Entering an Important Window of Time - Kansas State University Athletics
Kansas State head coach Jeff Mittie said that he loves this time of year. The university is on winter break, meaning academics aren't a part of the equation,...
Evaluation of WHO’s coordination in health emergencies helps guide humanitarian reforms
The recent evaluation of the Global Health Cluster sheds new light on how WHO, in its unique role as the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) Cluster Lead Agency (CLA) for health, coordinates life-saving health responses in humanitarian crises. It highlights how WHO works through partnerships to reach the most vulnerable crisis-affected populations and strengthen collective action in increasingly complex emergencies. Serving both learning and accountability purposes, the evaluation provided timely and actionable recommendations that are helping to strategically position WHO during the ongoing IASC Humanitarian Reset and the broader UN 2.0 reforms, where prioritization and new ways of working are taking shape. The evaluation was conducted between 2024 and 2025, at a time when humanitarian action funding was plummeting by more than 50%, triggering the launch of the IASC Humanitarian Reset. While restructuring and prioritization across the humanitarian landscape were underway, the evaluation, through iterative feedback loops, shared emerging findings that helped identify the most crucial coordination functions needed. This was especially important at a time when humanitarian needs and health risks due to armed conflict and natural hazards were increasing, while the capacity of health partners to support Member States to equitably reach all populations affected by crises and deliver response was at risk. The evaluation found that the Global Health Cluster (GHC) remains a highly relevant mechanism for strengthening health coordination in crises and has delivered efficiently despite limited resources. It noted strong collaboration with partners and highlighted opportunities to deepen integration within WHO structures and further enhance inter-cluster cooperation. The evaluation also identified areas where greater emphasis on transition planning, national coordination capacity and linkages between humanitarian response and health system strengthening would bring added value. While the GHC has achieved many of its strategic objectives, improvements in monitoring systems would help better demonstrate collective impact. The recommendations will help strengthen the IASC CLA coordination function across WHO, at all levels, and with all partners. It is noted that going forward WHO needs to continue to support capacity to fulfil coordination functions, in line with the IASC Humanitarian Reset whilst ensuring collective prioritization of health cluster action and quality coverage of the health response. The evaluation will help WHO strengthen locally-led action, national ownership and leadership of the sector, and linkages between health system strengthening activities. Additionally, the evaluation evidence will be used to optimize resource mobilization for the GHC and strengthen WHO’s capacity to deliver, plan for and monitor and evaluate results across the Organization. Read the evaluation Global Health Cluster https://healthcluster.who.int/ WHO’s work in health emergencies https://www.who.int/emergencies/overview
Why Astronomers Are Excited About Comet 3I/Atlas’ Close Approach
Comet 3I/Atlas is just the third known object to visit us from outside our solar system. So yes... we'll be talking about aliens.
Guns marketed for personal safety fuel public health crisis in Black communities
KFF Health News undertook an examination of gun violence during the pandemic, a period when firearm deaths reached an all-time high.
Rams vs. Seahawks: Seahawks pull off a comeback for the ages, beat Rams with walk-off 2-point conversion in OT
The Rams looked like they were running away with a win until the Seahawks had a wild comeback.
Rams vs. Seahawks:
The Rams looked like they were running away with a win until the Seahawks had a wild comeback.
Appalachian State secures 67-49 win against Coastal Carolina
BOONE, N.C. (AP) Alonzo Dodd had 21 points in Appalachian State's 67-49 victory over Coastal Carolina on Thursday.
Nutcracker entertainment
The Hilltop Montessori Singers entertained the crowd gathered for the unveiling of the five new nutcrackers that were added to the Nutcracker Village on Nov. 25. The 11 children performed a selection of Christmas songs, receiving a round of applause after each holiday favorite. — Julie Stenger
Fort Smith business leader John Taylor has died - Talk Business & Politics
John Taylor, who built a successful career in accounting and investments and had a key role in the creation of the Fort Smith-based Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE), has...
Bills-Browns Preview
Josh Allen will attempt to reach a couple of milestones on Sunday while also not becoming part of what Myles Garrett hopes is a record-setting day.
TikTok reaches deal with investors on its US business
The deal comes more than a year after Congress passed a law that forced the Chinese company to divest its US operations or face a ban.
Steam Winter Sale discounts Clair Obscur, Silent Hill f and more
Valve is running a Steam Winter Sale from December 18, 2025, through January 5, 2026, with discounts on hit games.
Comet 3I/ATLAS reaches its closest point to Earth tonight: How to see it in the sky and online
Comet 3I/ATLAS, the third interstellar object ever detected, will swing closest to Earth overnight from Thursday to Friday (Dec. 18 to 19). Here’s how to see it.
Trump uses prime-time speech to blame Biden, immigrants for economy woes : The NPR Politics Podcast
President Trump used his prime-time speech Wednesday night to blame the country’s ongoing economic challenges on the Biden administration. We discuss what we learned from the speech and whether it is likely to sway Americans who don’t already support Trump. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Doctor explains health symptoms to watch for this holiday season
ABC7 was joined by Dr. Tiffany Hackett, who talked with us about symptoms not to ignore this holiday season - from heart and stomach concerns to colds, flu, and even mental health.
Matt Siemer, head of nonprofit that provides free health care in underserved communities, dies at 43
Mr. Siemer helped expand the reach of Mobile Care Chicago, which currently operates four medical clinics on wheels.
Texas brings back former Florida and South Carolina coach Will Muschamp as defensive coordinator
The Displace Hub can make your normal TV wireless
Displace is introducing a wall-mounting system at CES that can make the TV you already own wireless.
Trump Mobile's T1 still doesn't exist, but the company is now selling refurbished phones
The T1 smartphone from Trump Mobile remains non-existent vaporware, but the company is still finding new ways to take people's money.
Engaging Diversity: An Inclusive Approach to Undergraduate Mentorship in Mobilization and Political Economy -
Engaging Diversity: An Inclusive Approach to Undergraduate Mentorship in Mobilization and Political Economy By Valentina González-Rostani, University of Southern California and Princeton University, Chie Togami, State University of New York, Tania Ramírez-Farias, University of Pittsburgh, Mariely [...]
'Cincinnati may be out of the mix, but pride still counts for fantasy football' — Tale of the Take, Week 16
FOX Sports radio host Doug Gottlieb stepping away from show to focus on college coaching duties for Green Bay
Nationally syndicated sports radio host Doug Gottlieb is stepping away from his job with FOX Sports to focus on his head coaching gig with the Green Bay Phoenix.
Entertainment: 6 Ways To Have Last-Minute Holiday Fun
Haunted Holidays at The Rave, city lights tours, The Nutcracker and multiple charity events fill the days leading up to Christmas in Milwaukee.
Photo gallery: North Marion defeats East Fairmont, 86-77 in 2OT
RACHEL, W.Va. — Photo gallery from North Marion’s 86-77, double overtime win over East Fairmont. (Photo gallery courtesy of Teran Malone/Malone Sports Media) Full gallery available here North Marion (1-0): Eli Ramsey – 29 points Conner Balwanz – 20 points Maddox Batson – 13 points East Fairmont (1-1): Cayden Cooper – 21 points Hudson Brand
Chargers-Cowboys Preview
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Justin Herbert has managed well enough while playing with a broken non-throwing hand to help the Los Angeles Chargers win three consecutive games and close in on a second trip to the playoffs in two seasons under coach Jim Harbaugh.
Could the Bears move to... Northwest Indiana?
In today's edition: The Bears could move to Indiana, Alcaraz splits with his coach, Anthony Joshua's "license to kill," the World Cup's record $50 million prize, baseball behind bars, and more.
AJ McCarron named head coach of Birmingham Stallions, steps back from politics
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — Former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback and NFL veteran AJ McCarron has officially been named the new head coach of the Birmingham Sta
Entertainment this week: Handel’s Messiah, Tahoe Philharmonic, Curtis Woodman’s Wayfinder Tour and more!
Friday, December 19 Friday Night Music at Cottonwood Restaurant – 6:30-8:30 p.m., Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar, 10142 Rue Hilltop. Join us each Friday at Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar in Truckee for a fun night of...
Tom Durkin | The journey: People over politics
“Everyone’s on a journey,” Dianna Hill used to remind me gently whenever I got upset with what someone did or didn’t do. Maybe 5’2” in heels and just barely topping 100 pounds, Dianna had the look and soft voice of the perfect kindergarten teacher. She taught 8th-grade algebra. Dianna was empathy personified. She could feel […]
STEM Center launches free, open-source science curriculum for Missouri middle schools
The Kummer Center for STEM Education at Missouri S&T is now offering a free, open-source science curriculum for sixth- through eighth-grade educators across Missouri. The curriculum project began with the STEM Center’s first Rigorous Curriculum Cohort in 2022, when middle school teachers from
Here’s What’s In Each ‘Fortnite’ Winterfest Cabin Present
Want to grab some free gifts from the Fortnite Winterfest cabin? Here is what is in each present so you can make some informed decisions
Sony settles with Tencent over 'slavish' Horizon clone
Sony and Tencent have reached a "confidential settlement" over Tencent's Light of Motiram, which Sony called a 'slavish clone' of Horizon Zero Dawn.
We Watch Movies For A Living. These Were The 17 Films That Blew Us Away This Year.
"Sinners," "One Battle After Another" and "Hamnet" weren’t the only movies we loved this year.
Advancing health equity for people on the move
On International Migrants Day, WHO celebrates the contributions of 304 million international migrants and calls for health equity for people on the move. This year’s theme, “My Great Story: Cultures and Development”, underscores that refugee and migrant health is a right, essential for resilience and thriving communities. WHO works with Member States and partners to build inclusive, culturally sensitive health systems, guided by its Global Action Plan on Refugee and Migrant Health. Recent initiatives include the WHO Dashboard on global experiences, leadership training through the Health and Migration School, and free competency courses for health workers. WHO urges continued action to remove barriers, invest in migrant-sensitive systems, and achieve health for all.
WHO validates Brazil for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV
The World Health Organization (WHO) has validated Brazil for the elimination of mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV, making it the most populous country in the Americas to achieve this historic milestone.
A Filmmaker Made a Sam Altman Deepfake—and Got Unexpectedly Attached
The director of “Deepfaking Sam Altman” created a “Sam Bot” when he couldn’t get an interview with the OpenAI CEO. Watch an exclusive trailer for the documentary, which comes out in January.
Katherine Ho, esteemed health economist and ‘true role model,’ dies at 53
Ho, the John L. Weinberg Professor of Economics and Business Policy, was “a brilliant scholar, a charismatic teacher and a devoted adviser,” said department chair Wolfgang Pesendorfer. A memorial will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 27, at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York.
10 Ohio colleges and universities were not in alignment with the science of reading, audit shows
Ten Ohio colleges and universities’s educator training programs were found to not be in alignment with teaching the science of reading, according to an audit from the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
Starbucks is doubling down on its free bachelor's degree program as enrollment surges 60%
Starbucks' Chief People Officer Sara Kelly spoke to Business Insider about the company's increasingly popular free college program.
Trump Supporters Distrust Science. We Need Ways to Reach Them.
Opinion | Funding cuts are devastating for U.S. science. Regaining support will require cleaning house and bipartisan messaging.
BBC Sports Personality of the Year: why each shortlisted contender should win
From Hannah Hampton to Lando Norris, our experts give their views on what each of the six nominees
Four Verts: Give Rams edge in showdown vs. Seahawks; expect Bills-Patriots fight for AFC East to go down to wire
Trump talks lower prices, health care costs, military bonuses in year-end address
Watch full coverage as President Donald Trump addressed the nation from the White House, highlighting his achievements and outlining future objectives. He announced a “warrior dividend,” stating that more than 1 million military service members will receive a bonus payment. NBC News' Tom Llamas and Peter Alexander provide analysis of Trump’s remarks.
Louisville Beats EKU 76-51
If all you saw was the final score you might think this game was a cake-walk but if you actually watched the game you probably want to forget the first half. However as Coach Walz said, “This was probably the first game all year that I’ve seen us look as bad as we did in […]
Sacramento Restaurants Pay Less After Entertainment Permit Changes
Changes made to the city’s entertainment permits will raise prices for some, while lowering the difficulty and cost enough for others to finally become aboveboard
Trump attempts domestic reset with White House address Wednesday evening
The president’s approval ratings reached their lowest numbers in late November. Even some supporters say he has done too little to improve their lives.
'Silver tsunami' of retiring business owners leaves Main Streets at a crossroads
Michigan still adds more businesses than it loses, but business is slowing down as nearly 1 in 4 proprietors reach retirement age.
Americans give Trump low marks on the economy in new poll : The NPR Politics Podcast
Only 36% of Americans approve of President Trump’s handling of the economy in a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. We discuss what might be driving that discontent and how much Trump’s tariff policies are to blame. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Pumas in Patagonia started feasting on penguins — but now they're behaving strangely, a new study finds
Pumas in Patagonia, Argentina are eating penguins in a national park — and it's changing how the big cats are interacting with each other.
Exclusive: Liverpool considering January move to sign La Liga defender
Exclusive: Liverpool Eyeing January Move to Sign 26-year-old DefenderWith the January transfer window fast approaching, Liverpool fans will be hoping to see some movement in terms of incomings.It has ...
Coachella Valley Invitational match schedule released
KC Current, Denver Summit FC and Utah Royals join NWSL field in Coachella Valley Invitational
Report: Fenway Sports Group reaches deal to sell Penguins to Chicago-based firm
Fenway Sports Group has reached an agreement to sell the Pittsburgh Penguins to the Hoffmann Family of Companies, a Chicago-based investment group.
Apple Releases First iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 Public Betas
Apple today provided beta testers with the first releases of upcoming iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2, and watchOS 26.2 updates for testing purposes. The public betas come a couple of days after Apple provided the betas to developers. Anyone can download and install public betas, and all that's required is to sign up on Apple's beta site. Once you've opted in, the software can be downloaded through the Software Update section in the Settings app on each device.
Ohio head coach Brian Smith fired for cause after administrative review revealed 'serious professional misconduct'
Brian Smith was placed on indefinite leave from Ohio on Dec. 1.
Google's Gemini 3 Flash model outperforms GPT-5.2 in some benchmarks
Almost exactly a month after the debut of Gemini 3 Pro in November, Google has begun rolling out the more efficient Flash version of its latest AI model.
A new era for sports communication at UNC Hussman | UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media
As director of UNC Hussman’s Sports Communication Focus Program, Distinguished Associate Professor of Sports Communication Livis Freeman is building on the work of the school’s legendary Distinguished Professor for Sports Communication John Sweeney. Sweeney, who retired last year, developed one of the most respected sports communication programs in the country. Freeman, now in his 12th year at the school, is launching an ambitious expansion of the program that is transforming how UNC prepares students for careers in sports media. The most visible change came this fall with a reimagining of “MEJO 377: Sports Communication.” Previously offered as two sections with 30 students each, the course expanded to 96 students and welcomed former UNC basketball star and NBA veteran Tyler Hansbrough as the co-instructor with Freeman, bringing real world professional experience directly into the classroom every week. The course has been a huge success. Students have participated in recording a podcast with Hansbrough and learned from an impressive lineup of guest speakers. Steve Kirschner, UNC’s senior associate director of athletics for communications, was the first in the course’s guest speaker series, followed by UNC Hussman alumni including Kaitlyn Schmidt ’23 from Bleacher Report, Deaton Bell ’90 from Turner Sports and Becca Royer ’19 from the Philadelphia 76ers. Travis Tygart, CEO of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, also shared his insights with the class. The highlight of the semester came when Roy Williams, who coached Hansbrough and the Tar Heels to a national championship in 2009, visited the classroom. Former UNC men’s basketball players Luke Maye and Marcus Ginyard showed up to support their former coach and Hansbrough, creating an unforgettable experience as Williams entertained students with stories and insights that captivated the room. Student demand has been overwhelming. The course reached capacity within two days of registration opening, with more than 40 students on the waitlist. “Students want to learn from people who have actually lived these experiences,” Freeman said. “Tyler shares insights into media relations, broadcast production and athlete communications that you simply can’t get from a textbook.” The model proved so successful that the school secured funding to continue it for the next five years, with a different former professional athlete co-teaching each fall. The school’s curriculum committee approved a proposal to expand the course to 150 to 200 students starting in fall 2026. This change will make it an introductory course accessible to students from across the University, transforming it into a showcase course for the entire campus. The course redesign represents just one piece of a broader sports communication program overhaul. This fall, the curriculum committee approved “MEJO 390: Sports Play by Play,” the first course of its kind at UNC. Limited to 10 advanced students, the course will be taught by Matt Krause, the current voice of UNC women’s basketball and an ACC Network broadcaster. Students will call actual games across multiple sports including women’s softball, soccer, volleyball, field hockey and lacrosse, as well as men’s soccer and lacrosse. They will also shadow broadcasts of men’s and women’s basketball games. “The sports broadcasting industry is exploding with streaming platforms and conference networks creating unprecedented demand,” Freeman said. The course emerged directly from student advocacy, led by Anna Laible ’26 and others who pushed for hands-on broadcasting experience. Professional equipment has been acquired, partnerships with UNC Athletics are in place and a soft launch began this semester with three experienced students calling games to test the system. The program’s growth extends into other specialized areas as well. Last spring, Stembler Professor Charlie Tuggle launched a new sports event management and hospitality course in partnership with On Location, a company that manages major sporting event experiences. The course provided students with opportunities to travel to the Super Bowl and NFL Draft, and Tuggle plans to take a group to the 2026 Milan Olympics this spring. Looking ahead to spring 2026, Associate Professor Ryan Thornburg will debut a sports data visualization course, adding another dimension to the program’s skill-building offerings. The curriculum expansion reflects the increasingly diverse career paths available in sports media, from traditional journalism and broadcasting to digital analytics and strategic communication. The program is also diving into one of college athletics’ most transformative developments: Name, Image and Likeness rights. Freeman’s “MEJO 466: Sports Marketing” class collaborated last spring with Associate Professor Gary Kayye’s “MEJO 371: Advertising Creative” class on a project with UNC’s Carolina NIL group to help rebrand their organization. That same semester, Kayye’s class envisioned Chapel Thrill, UNC football’s new pregame concert and entertainment experience. And Shaun Anderson, the school’s Knight Chair in Sports, Race and Media, continues to explore the broader implications of NIL through his research and teaching. These NIL-focused initiatives give students direct exposure to the business side of college athletics at a moment when the landscape is rapidly evolving. “Our students aren’t just learning about these changes,” Freeman said. “They’re actively helping shape how schools and athletes navigate them.” The transformation of UNC Hussman’s sports communication program reflects a broader philosophy about how to prepare students for careers in a rapidly changing industry. By bringing in professional practitioners like Hansbrough and Krause, partnering with industry leaders like On Location and ACC Network, and engaging with current issues like NIL, the program ensures students graduate with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. For alumni who remember the foundations John Sweeney built, the expansion represents an evolution rather than a departure. The program still emphasizes strong reporting, strategic communication, ethical communication and critical thinking. But now it also offers students the chance to call live games, work on real NIL campaigns and learn directly from former professional athletes. “We’re not just teaching students about sports media,” Freeman said. “We’re giving them the tools, experiences and connections to actually build careers in it.” With new courses launching, professional partnerships deepening and enrollment expanding, UNC Hussman’s sports communication program is positioning itself as a national leader in preparing the next generation of sports media professionals. For current students, the message is clear: if you’re interested in sports communication, there’s never been a better time to be at UNC Hussman. And for the hundreds of students trying to get off waitlists and into these new courses, the school is working to create more opportunities. The program John Sweeney built is growing in ways that honor his legacy while meeting the demands of a new era in sports media.
Why Being a Black, Female Science Teachers Matters So Much to Students Like Me
Educator's view: Diversity in teaching and STEM is not just about who stands at the front of the classroom, but about who kids believe they can become
Stars, hype on the rise as the NCAA volleyball tournament reaches the Final Four
The championship tournament semifinals are Thursday, with Texas A&M facing Pittsburgh and Wisconsin against Kentucky.
Employer health insurance costs reach record highs in Oregon
In Oregon, the average annual premium for employer-sponsored family health insurance climbed to $24,688 last year.
SC calls for 2026 Small Business award nominations
As we approach the new year, The South Carolina District Office is seeking nminations for 2026 National Small Business Week Awards.
Bitdefender Achieves Exceptional Results in Latest AV-Comparatives Business Security Test
BUCHAREST, Romania & SAN ANTONIO, December 17, 2025--Bitdefender announced outstanding results in the AV-Comparatives Business Security Test.
Amid extremist attacks, Senate must stop playing politics with Walker nomination
Each delay sends a message — not only to victims, but to their persecutors — that religious freedom is negotiable.
Children’s Miracle Network reaches historic fundraising milestone
Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) has reached a historic milestone, surpassing $100 million raised to support lifesaving care at Golisano Children’s Hospital at Penn State Health Milton S.
The Best TV Shows Of 2025
"The Pitt," "Paradise," “The Four Seasons,” “Forever” and more TV series that we couldn't get enough of this year.
New Public Science Center Opens at Kitt Peak National Observatory - Visitors celebrated the opening of the Windows on the Universe Center for Astronomy Outreach, the first science center located inside a telescope
Windows on the Universe Center for Astronomy Outreach is a new science education and astronomy outreach center that has just opened at U.S. National Science Foundation Kitt Peak National Observatory, a Program of NSF NOIRLab.
As ACA cliff approaches, Wisconsin small business owners, employees struggle to find affordable health care
With the loss of key Affordable Care Act tax credits on the horizon, some Wisconsin small business owners and their employees are scrambling to find health care as the final open enrollment deadline approaches.
NYC ‘science of reading’ initiative: How a Staten Island school is leading the way
A 10-hour course for educators creates a common language for teaching phonemic awareness across all grade levels.
Musk’s doubts about DOGE spotlight political risks for U.S. Rep. Jen Kiggans
Republican U.S. Rep. Jen Kiggans of Virginia Beach is heading into the 2026 election cycle with one of the most precarious political balancing acts in the country, as her strong support for the Department of Government Efficiency collides with new doubts about the program — and the realities of representing a district heavily reliant on federal jobs.The challenge sharpened last week when Elon Musk, the billionaire tech executive who helped architect DOGE, told GOP podcaster Katie Miller that the initiative had been only “somewhat successful” and said bluntly that he would not do it again. In the interview, Musk acknowledged the political and practical blowback from DOGE, which was launched early in President Donald Trump’s second term with the stated goal of slashing government spending and reshaping the federal workforce.
Beachy Head Woman may be ‘local girl from Eastbourne’, say scientists
Exclusive: DNA advances show Roman-era skeleton, once hailed as first black Briton, came from southern England
RedHawks Add More Synapse Sports National Awards
To go along with Iñako Puzo's National Coach of the Year and Malena Sabez's Rookie of the Year awards, the Miami University field hockey team captured...
Wright State, Central State not compliant with Ohio ‘science of reading’ standards, state audit finds
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced this week that Wright State and Central State are two of 10 Ohio universities not fully compliant with a new state law requiring Ohio’s teaching institutions to ban literacy approaches other than the “science of reading” from their curriculum.
Winner of Lifetime Achievement Award at BBC Sports Personality of the Year revealed
Thierry Henry, Arsenal’s record goalscorer and Premier League legend, to be recognised at Sports Personality of the Year
Henry to be honoured with Lifetime Achievement award
Thierry Henry will be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement award at BBC Sports Personality of the Year on Thursday.
Thierry Henry wins 2025 Sports Personality of the Year Lifetime Achievement award
Thierry Henry will be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement award at BBC Sports Personality of the Year on Thursday.
Russia's wartime economic relationship with China is critical, but an 'embarrassing reversal': think tank
China buys Russian oil and gas at steep discounts while supplying Moscow with machinery and electronics as Western sanctions tighten.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Dec. 17, 2025, puzzle No. 450
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
Grants boost 4 Eastern Oregon business programs
Four Eastern Oregon organizations that help grow businesses each received financial boosts those efforts from the Oregon Community Foundation’s Thriving Entrepreneurs program.