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Penguins finalize roster ahead of this week’s season opener
The Pittsburgh Penguins have finalized the team’s opening night roster before this week’s season-opener against the Philadelphia Flyers. The Penguins’ roster for the opening game against Philadelphia will consist of 13 forwards, 7 defensemen and 2 goalies. The opening night roster consists of Egor Chinakhov, Sidney Crosby, Connor Dewar, David Gustafsson, Filip Hallander, Ville Koivunen, […]
SLV community foundation receives major grant from Colorado Health Foundation
Three-year grant award to help connect nonprofits and residents, develop leadership programs in San Luis Valley, Colorado.
Stony Brook University Professor Daniel Klein Receives a 2027 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Psychological Science (APS)
STONY BROOK, NY—September 28, 2026—The State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook (Stony Brook University) Distinguished Professor in the Department of Psychology Daniel Klein has been awarded a 2027 Association for Psychological Science (APS). “Mentor Award.” This award recognizes APS members who have significantly helped foster the careers of others, honoring those who
Zhen Xu Receives Golden Goose Award from the American Association for the Advancement of Science
This award recognizes transformative work enabled by federal funding, which was crucial to advancing the tumor-destroying soundwaves until they were ready for the clinic.
State awards nearly $170 million to rural healthcare providers
Colorado is awarding nearly $170 million in federal grants to rural healthcare providers across 52 counties to expand telehealth, strengthen the workforce and improve access to care.
Community Futures Challenge offers $250,000 to turn local ideas into scalable solutions
A national competition launched by Philip Morris International’s U.S. is offering $250,000 to help locally developed ideas grow into scalable solutions for communities across the country. The Community Futures Challenge will award $250,000 across five grants of $50,000 each to eligible nonprofit organizations. Applications are open through Nov. 30. Arizona State University is serving as […]
Stewardship Snippets: Entertainment and Media Studies
Stewardship Snippets spotlights a different Grady major or initiative. This installment features Jenny Turner (ABJ '00) and Skye Holloway.
ICE awards CACI up to $150M task order
ICE has awarded CACI International a task order worth up to $149.6 million to support its nationwide tactical communications infrastructure.
Warriors’ Kristaps Porziņģis has ‘health issue,’ will miss start of camp
"This came as a surprise," Warriors coach Steve Kerr said. "But we'll deal with it and move forward."
Cam Edwards Out for the Season, Fitzgerald Says
Pat Fitzgerald gave his verdict Monday on Cam Edwards, carted off in the first quarter against Nebraska. #GoGreen
U.S. Bank Launches New Credit Cards for Small Business Owners with Jessica Alba as Spokesperson
MINNEAPOLIS, September 28, 2026--U.S. Bank doubles down on its commitment to support small business owners with the launch of its U.S. Bank Business EssentialsTM Visa® Card and U.S. Bank Business EssentialsTM Plus Visa Signature® Card. The cards are designed for small business owners looking for straight-forward rewards on their everyday business purchases. Both offer unlimited 2% cash back on eligible purchases, plus the ability to earn higher cash back when paired with qualifying balances in a
Syracuse football: areas for some optimism moving forward
Is there hope for a turnaround?
Harvard launches $150 million research initiative
University plans range of awards in basic and applied science, seeking to meet "moment of remarkable opportunity."
Reward Passes: our new progression mechanic, explained
Frozen Trail arrives October 8, and with it, a new progression mechanic we call the Reward Pass. Here’s everything you need to know about the system, and what to expect from the two Passes coming with Frozen Trail.
Michigan State Ranks Last in Big Ten in Scoring
A stagnant offense and critical injuries to key starters have the Spartans reeling, leaving a struggling young quarterback to salvage a season spiraling toward the conference basement.
Google says Chromebook updates end in 2034, ‘many’ models move to Googlebook OS
As Googlebook arrives, Google is offering a bit more information on what Chromebook owners can expect going forward. Google has...
Bayern's training ground continues to be developed despite slight delays
Sports BILD understands that construction work is ongoing at Bayern Munich's Säbener Straße during the international break.The first-team section has been expanded towards the training pitches. A su...
ETSU aging data dashboard team earns statewide public health award
An ETSU team earned statewide recognition for a dashboard combining data and community perspectives to support healthy aging across Tennessee.
‘Sláinte, Baby’: Conway couple’s love story earns Song of the Year at independent music awards
Paul and Jessica Reeves, both of Conway, own and operate Diamond Dogs Pet Salon at 4270 Highway 501 in Conway, but they are also the musical duo behind Sláinte, Baby — a band that is making a big splash in the independent music scene.
Mayor Sarno joins Health Commissioner Caulton Harris to bring greetings at Department of Elder Affairs Hispanic Heritage Month Luncheon at the Ray Jordan Senior Center
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno was honored to join Health & Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton Harris and the Springfield Department of Elder Affairs team on Friday to bring greetings at a special Hispanic Heritage Month Luncheon celebration with our seniors at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center. This special luncheon is a collaboration between the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center and the North End Senior Center and celebrated Hispanic heritage and the valued contributions of our senior community. Members of the senior centers were invited for a vibrant day of music, dance, food, and culture. El Morro bakery provided lunch to members by our kind and dedicated Elder Affairs staff. Grupo Erupxion performed live music. Special thanks to host/emcee Joanna, the Springfield Department of Elder Affairs and the Council on Aging team for bringing us together to celebrate the beautiful mosaic of our Springfield. Mayor Sarno states, “We are always proud to celebrate the vibrancy and beautiful mosaic that is our Springfield community. On behalf of the City of Springfield, we celebrate and welcome the continued contributions of Hispanic Americans toward our community, including their cultural heritage, public service, and entrepreneurial spirit. I commend and appreciate this collaboration between the North End Senior Center and the Ray Jordan Senior Center to host this special luncheon in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month for all our seniors to enjoy. ‘Que tenga buena salud y Dios te bendiga’ – Good health and God Bless.”
Dakota State University awarded $1M to strengthen rural healthcare cybersecurity
DSU’s new CyberRx SD will help South Dakota healthcare providers modernize technology, protect patient data and build long-term digital resilience.
Koch and the Chase Koch Foundation donate $1 million to The Pinnacle
The $1 million donation will go toward completing renovations to the state-of-the-art facility, offering local first responders comprehensive health and wellness services.
Inter Move Ahead of Milan for Cagliari Forward Paul Mendy
Inter have reportedly moved ahead of Milan in the race to sign Cagliari forward Paul Mendy, with the 2007-born attacker attracting interest from both sides of the city. No terms with Cagliari have bee...
Award-Winning Advisor Shaping UCF’s Brightest Engineering Minds
After decades of supporting student success at UCF, College of Engineering and Computer Science special instructor and alum Michael Ferrante ’15MSEM is recognized as Florida Engineering Society's 2026 Engineering Faculty Member of the Year.
SpaceX’s supersized Starship launches toward orbit for the first time
SpaceX has launched its enormous Starship toward orbit for the first time, aiming for six full laps around Earth to prove its readiness for NASA's Artemis moon program.
American Airlines and Taiwan-Based Starlux in Codeshare Agreement
First steps are taken toward loyalty program integration
September 28 Playbook: Vaccination Regulations Rescinded
Reignited public outrage toward restrictive pandemic-era policies. This is the PoliticsPA Playbook. ☕ Good Morning. 36 days until the midterms. Let’s go. 🎶 Your Morning Pick Me Up. I Love It. Icona Pop featuring Charli XCX PA Weather☁️ Pittsburgh | Cloudy, 68☁️ Harrisburg | Cloudy, 70☁️ Philadelphia | Cloudy, 67…
Jimmy Kimmel Returns to 'The Howard Stern Show'
This week, Jimmy Kimmel Live! is broadcasting from the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) in New York City.
A New Age of Montana Politics
When Finley Warden talks to voters, his age is “an elephant in the room.” The 20-year-old Republican (he’ll turn 21 in October) and fifth-generation Polson resident is mounting a run for his local legislative seat in House District 13, which contains parts of Lake and Sanders counties. The Liberty University student, who attends school virtually […]
Biggest VMAs moments, from Madonna's performance to Taylor Swift's new record
Whether honoring the past with an accolade for Nirvana or christening the vocal spitfire Raye, the MTV Video Music Awards crisscrossed demographics and genres while sparking a few notable moments.
Lee Beebe Jr. saved the day against Northwestern. What’s next?
Beebe Jr. stepped up in a major way last Friday. What does his role look like moving forward given the room’s health?
They led protests against Netanyahu. Can they turn outrage into political power?
As Israel heads toward elections, protest leaders are running for parliament — and finding that bringing people into the streets is different from winning their votes
Neal Milner: Cowardice Isn’t Limited To Trump Sycophants
A new book details the spineless power players in the Trump world. But Hawaiʻi has its own cowardly behavior, rooted in a culture of avoidance.
High Tide Named to Report on Business Ranking of Canada's Top Growing Companies for Sixth Consecutive Year
High Tide Inc. ("High Tide" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: HITI) (TSXV: HITI) (FSE: 2LYA), the high-impact, retail-forward enterprise built to deliver real-world value across every component of cannabis, announced today that it placed No. 315 out of 375 companies listed on the 2026 Report on Business ranking of Canada's Top Growing Companies, with a verified three-year revenue growth rate of 66% over the 2022 to 2025 measurement period. Highlighting the Company's increasing profitability profile, Ad
Health Tech Keeps Choosing Violence
Last week was an absolute dump of health tech litigation mayhem, with enough new filings to make my wife seriously question my bedtime reading. Here’s what’s inside: OpenEvidence v. Doximity: Doximity didn’t wait for the deadline. It wants OpenEvidence’s case thrown out entirely, and its motion adds some awkward details about vanished Slack data and borrowed NPIs. Plus, Epic v. Apple offers a look at what a normal discovery fight looks like. Texas v. Epic: Epic took another shot at the State’s antitrust pleadings, asking the court to make Texas spell out how its employment restrictions harm competition and why Texas law reaches a Wisconsin company’s noncompetes. Veeva v. Epic: The two Wisconsin law professors finally weighed in on whether a would-be employer can challenge someone else’s noncompete. Audacious Inquiry v. CRISP: Our sleepy patent case just evolved into a much more interesting form, with CRISP firing back with attempted monopolization and information blocking counterclaims. Cognizant v. Infosys: After weeks of emails and phone calls, I finally have Judge Starr’s sealed ruling on Infosys’s antitrust counterclaims. Some survived, offering clues about where the Epic (and other system of record) antitrust cases stand their best chance OpenEvidence v. Doximity
Jude Bellingham’s World Cup haul earns second England award
Jude Bellingham has been voted England’s Player of the Year for the 2025-26 season, according to Mundo Deportivo, with the Real Madrid midfielder recognised by fans for a second consecutive campaign...
Can Oracle's longtime board oversee its radically changing business?
The company is shifting aggressively toward AI and cloud infrastructure, but six of its 13 nominees are over 70.
General Counsel Awards 2026
Meet the 40 nominees who will be honored at the 2026 Orange County Business Journal's General Counsel Awards. The awards dinner will be Oct. 29th at the Irvine Marriott.
Steelers’ Mike McCarthy Makes ‘Stupid’ Admission After Bengals Win
Mike McCarthy had a specific scoring target in mind before the Steelers faced Cincinnati. He immediately regretted revealing it afterward. The post Steelers’ Mike McCarthy Makes ‘Stupid’ Admission After Bengals Win appeared first on HEAVY.
New Huaka‘i Benefits Go the Distance for Locals
Hawaiian Airlines’ free kama‘āina travel benefits program expands, making local travel even more rewarding.
Baxter Health physician honored with Heroes with Halos Award
Dr. Jacob Carter has received a Heroes with Halos Award from Baxter Health after a patient nominated him for the care he provided during two hospital stays. Members of the intensive care unit staff presented the award. "Dr. Carter continued the legacy of exceptional care, listening attentively to my specific health challenges, explaining procedures clearly and
Taylor Swift sets new record at MTV VMAs
Taylor Swift is having another good year — just months after her lavish wedding to Travis Kelce, the pop superstar on Sunday made history by becoming the most awarded artist at the MTV Video Music Awards.
Navigating the American Dream: How Integrated Financial Tools, Credit and Rewards Can Help Small Businesses Succeed
(Feature Impact) Owning a small business has been a cornerstone of the “American Dream” for generations. It represents the chance to transform a passion into a livelihood and legacy. However, turning dreams into reality is rarely a smooth or easy process and requires more than ambition alone. Today’s business owners need support and access to tools that enable them to overcome challenges and keep growing.#placement_678081_0_i{width:100%;margin:0 auto;}var rnd = window.rnd || Math.floor(Math.random()*10e6);var pid678081 = window.pid678081 || rnd;var plc678081 = window.plc678081 || 0;var abkw = window.abkw || '';var absrc = 'https://ads.empowerlocal.co/adserve/;ID=181918;size=0x0;setID=678081;type=js;sw='+screen.width+';sh='+screen.height+';spr='+window.devicePixelRatio+';kw='+abkw+';pid='+pid678081+';place='+(plc678081++)+';rnd='+rnd+';click=CLICK_MACRO_PLACEHOLDER';var _absrc = absrc.split("type=js"); absrc = _absrc[0] + 'type=js;referrer=' + encodeURIComponent(document.location.href) + _absrc[1];document.write('');Recent research conducted by the Capital One Insights Center shows 75% of more than 1,000 surveyed small business owners with more than one employee and annual revenues of up to $20 million are confident about the future, and 69% believe their business is actively primed for growth.While this optimism is promising, 47% of business owners still said their operations either stayed the same or became less efficient over the past year, citing issues like back-office friction and fragmented financial systems that make it difficult to get a clear picture of the health of their businesses.If you’re a small business owner eager to grow but not sure how to get there, start with this advice from real small business owners and experts at Capital One.Identify Sources of FrictionBefore you can pour effort into growth, you must understand what barriers are holding you back. Take time to look under the hood of your business to identify where time and energy is being lost.For example, you may be among the 78% of small business owners who feel stressed and uncertain about expense management – think hours spent hunting for receipts, manually entering numbers into software and reconciling accounts. Operational challenges aren’t just a hassle; they also pull attention away from important priorities like serving your customers and planning for growth. “We were focused on making as many candles as possible, especially during the busy season,” said Katie Roering, co-owner of Fontana Candle Co. “A lot of the back-office tasks like procurement, raw material purchasing, forecasting – all the really important things – were done at 3 a.m., 8 p.m. or on Saturday and Sunday, and there really just was not enough time in the day to get everything done that we needed to. We just knew as we continued to grow, we needed to streamline our processes, build out our team and keep moving forward.”Use Integrated Tools to Manage FinancesInstead of balancing 10 different tracking and analysis tools, you can turn to one-stop solutions to improve efficiency. Time gets lost when you’re forced to manually gather and interpret relevant data before you’re able to act. You need a platform that handles the busywork for you.Integrated, or “all-in-one,” financial tools – like accounting and bookkeeping platforms with automation capabilities or business credit cards featuring built-in analytical tools – allow you to easily stay on top of cash flow and day-to-day operations. For small businesses where every hour and dollar makes a difference, consolidating and automating systems can have an immediate impact. In fact, 51% of survey respondents said integrated tools have already fueled their growth.Leverage Credit Access and Rewards WiselyGrowth requires capital, so access to credit is a game-changer for many business owners, with 77% describing it as a key factor in achieving business resilience. Having funds accessible when you need them makes your business more capable of weathering storms such as equipment failures and seasonal slowdowns. It also puts the power in your hands to act when an exciting opportunity presents itself, like an inventory flash sale or the chance to advertise in a new market.Access to credit comes with another advantage: rewards. By using credit cards for your daily business expenses, you can earn cash back, points or travel rewards. Whether you redeem these to cover everyday expenses, book business trips or reinvest in the business, they can act as a bonus source of income. Learn to maximize rewards like the 84% of small business cardholders surveyed so you aren’t leaving money on the table.To learn more about how small business owners can identify obstacles, employ integrated financial tools and use credit as a tool for growth, read the full report at capitalone.com/about/insights-center.Photos courtesy of Shutterstock
Progressive politics the only credible path to revive Democratic Party
The center has fallen. As Republican Party has veered toward authoritarianism under Donald Trump, Democrats need to head in a new direction.
AP Entertainment SummaryBrief at 12:25 a.m. EDT
Taylor Swift becomes most-awarded artist in MTV VMAs history, dedicates top prize to Dolly Parton
Fellow coastal scientists, advocates reflect on Joe Ramus' life
The respected professor, prolific researcher, former Duke University Marine Laboratory director, and environmental steward died Tuesday.
AP Entertainment SummaryBrief at 11:28 p.m. EDT
Taylor Swift becomes most-awarded artist in MTV VMAs history, dedicates top prize to Dolly Parton
Taylor Swift broke Beyoncé's VMAs record, bringing home 3 new awards
Swift also received the first MTV VMA Artist Director Honors.
MTV Video Music Awards 2026 winners list including Taylor Swift
More than 40 years after her iconic "Like a Virgin" performance rocked the very first MTV Video Music Awards, Madonna is back in a big way.
MTV VMAs 2026 Winners List: Madonna Dominates, Taylor Swift Wins Special Honor
It was like 1998 all over again. Madonna won six Video Music Awards that year for Ray of Light. Flash forward to tonight, and the pop icon won seven awards, including Artist of the Year, for Confessio...
Best and Worst Moments of the 2026 MTV VMAs: Madonna Slays Opening Performance and More
Snoop Dogg hosted the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday, September 27, where Madonna, Taylor Swift and more stars were honored
Here’s what Sabrina Carpenter said in bleeped MTV VMAs speech
The singer accepted Best Collaboration alongside Madonna during Sunday’s awards show.
Scientists Watched a Deadly Cancer Physically Reshape The Brain as It Grew
"A major step forward in studying neuro-oncological processes."
Scientists Watched a Deadly Cancer Physically Reshape The Brain as It Grew
"A major step forward in studying neuro-oncological processes."
The Deadlock Between Beyoncé And Taylor Swift Is Officially Over
Sunday’s ceremony marked the introduction of the MTV Video Music Awards’ Artist Director Honors.
The best and worst moments from the 2026 MTV VMAs
The iconic MTV awards show brought out music’s biggest names for its 42nd annual ceremony.
Taylor Swift Receives Inaugural Artist Director Honors at 2026 MTV VMAs as She Thanks Fans for Making Directing ‘So Rewarding’
Swift went on to premiere her new music video for “Patient Zero”
Taylor Swift becomes the most-awarded artist in VMA history. How she broke the record
Taylor Swift made MTV Video Music Awards history at the 2026 ceremony, becoming the most-awarded artist in the show's history.
Brutally honest reviews of every VMAs performance, including Madonna and Raye
The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards tapped one of the most legendary stars – Madonna – to open its 2026 soiree, but plenty of upstarts were on the performance docket.
Nirvana is awarded the 2026 Video Vanguard Award: What to know about the MTV VMAs
Nirvana was awarded the 2026 Video Vanguard Award at the starry 2026 MTV Video Music Awards. Madonna opened the show and was joined by her recent collaborators Sabrina Carpenter and
China's space diplomacy lifts Pakistani astronaut toward orbit
Two Pakistani pilots are memorising Mandarin, spinning in centrifuge drills and learning to eat, sleep and repair equipment while weightless as a decision nears on which one will become the first foreign astronaut aboard China's Tiangong space station.
Barbour Community Health psychologist wins statewide award for school-based mental health work
The West Virginia Psychological Association named Dr. Casey Jo Cottrill of Barbour Community Health Association its 2026 Early Career Citizen Psychologist for her work expanding behavioral health care in rural schools.
A Dolly Parton tribute, Madonna performs, LISA wins: What to know about the 2026 MTV VMAs
Madonna opened the starry 2026 MTV Video Music Awards and was joined by her recent collaborators Sabrina Carpenter and Charli xcx. LISA won the first award for best pop. Kacey
Madonna opens MTV VMAs with provocative performance and celebrity cameos
The woman responsible for two of the most indelible moments in MTV Video Music Awards history returned with her usual grandiose flair.
Madonna opens starry 2026 MTV VMAs, LISA wins first award: What to know about the show
Madonna opened the starry 2026 MTV Video Music Awards. She was joined by her recent collaborators Sabrina Carpenter and Charli xcx. LISA won the first award for best pop. Later
Madonna opens starry 2026 MTV VMAs, LISA wins first award: What to know about the show
Madonna opened the starry 2026 MTV Video Music Awards. She was joined by her recent collaborators Sabrina Carpenter and Charli xcx. LISA won the first award for best pop. Later
WHO recognizes healthy, innovative cities across the Western Pacific Region
Nine Healthy City champions from across the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region received special recognition at an awarding ceremony during the 11th Global Conference of the Alliance for Healthy Cities in Sydney, Australia.The WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific has presented the Healthy Cities Recognition Awards every two years since 2004 to celebrate innovative and impactful city-led initiatives that improve the health and well-being of urban populations.Eight cities received awards for their best practices, and one National Forum received the WHO Regional Director’s Special Award in recognition of its long-standing leadership in advancing the Healthy Cities movement.Awardees were selected through a rigorous evaluation process and recognized for demonstrating measurable, innovative and sustainable approaches to health challenges faced by cities.Remarking on the significance of the awards, Dr Huong Tran, Director of the Division of Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Control at the Regional Office, said that, “There is no single blueprint for a healthy city. What works in one context may need to be adapted to another. But by sharing our experiences, including what worked, what was challenging, and what we learnt along the way, we can help one another move faster and further.”Award-winning cities and initiativesThis year's awards recognize outstanding city-led initiatives that have demonstrated measurable impact, innovation and sustainability in advancing health initiatives for urban populations.Baguio City (Philippines) – Data for equity: informing action, improving healthDr Donnabel Tubera-Panes, City Epidemiologist – Medical Officer IV of the Health Services Office accepted the award on behalf of Baguio City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisBaguio City was recognized for developing a pioneering Livability Index that provides village-level data across all 128 barangays (villages), enabling evidence-based planning and more equitable allocation of resources. By integrating community participation and institutionalizing the index within city planning and budgeting processes, the city has demonstrated how data can drive action to reduce health and social inequities.Eunpyeong-gu (Seoul, Republic of Korea) – Communities living in vulnerable situations: advancing health equity through community engagementVice Mayor Honourable Ahn Hyoung Jun accepted the award on behalf of Eunpyeong-gu. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisEunpyeong-gu was recognized for its inclusive health equity programme supporting vulnerable populations, including isolated older adults and LGBTQI+ communities. Through peer-led community networks, social cooperatives and inclusive service design, the district has strengthened access to care, promoted social inclusion and advanced community ownership of health initiatives.Madiun City (Indonesia) – Adapting and mitigating climate-related crises: building heat resilience and preventing flood-related health risksMs Yuni Dwi Purwani, Secretary General of the National Forum for Indonesian Healthy Cities/Regencies, accepted the award on behalf of Madiun City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisMadiun City was recognized for its SUPERMIE (Sustainable Public Environmental Management Initiative) – a community-based environmental governance model that addresses urban flooding, climate resilience and environmental sustainability. The initiative contributed to reductions in flood-prone areas, greenhouse gas emissions, diarrhoeal disease and dengue fever, while at the same time improving food security through neighbourhood food gardens. The programme has already been replicated in 15 cities and regencies across Indonesia.Macao Special Administrative Region (China) – Protecting communities from tobacco and alcohol-related harms: tackling commercial drivers of riskDr LO Iek Long, Director of the Health Bureau, Macao SAR, China accepted the award on behalf of Macao. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisMacao SAR was recognized for implementing a comprehensive and integrated approach to tobacco and alcohol control. Through legislation, monitoring systems, enforcement, public awareness campaigns and multisectoral partnerships, the programme has strengthened protection against major risk factors for noncommunicable diseases and established a model that is highly transferable to other urban settings.Phnom Penh Capital City (Cambodia) – Safe, active and health-enabling transport: advancing health and reducing inequities in urban mobilityH.E. Khoung Sreng, Governor of Phnom Penh Capital City accepted the award on behalf of Phnom Penh Capital City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisPhnom Penh received the award for its Safe School Zone Project, which combines infrastructure improvements, speed management, enforcement, education and stakeholder engagement to protect children and communities. The initiative has demonstrated measurable reductions in crashes and vehicle speeds while providing a scalable model for safer urban mobility across the country.Quezon City (Philippines) – Transforming food environments: addressing policy, market and urban design drivers of health and nutritionMs Jirah Asa M. Sideco, Chief of the Nutrition Section of the Quezon City Health Department accepted the award on behalf of Quezon City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisQuezon City was recognized for its public food procurement policy that promotes healthier diets through government-run institutions and feeding programmes. Supported by strong policy frameworks and monitoring systems, the initiative improves access to nutritious food for vulnerable populations while serving as a benchmark for other local governments.Samarinda City (Indonesia) – Preventing violence and promoting gender equality: transforming urban systems, norms and spaces Mrs Rinda Wahyuni, Chairperson of Samarinda Healthy City Forum accepted the award on behalf of Samarinda City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisSamarinda City was recognized for its multisectoral approach to preventing violence and advancing gender equality. Responding to local evidence on violence against women and children, the city has positioned violence prevention as a public health priority, bringing together health services, schools, social welfare institutions, law enforcement, civil society and community leaders to strengthen prevention, reporting, survivor-centred support and legal protection. Through inclusive policies, community engagement and sustainable city financing, Samarinda has developed a locally owned and scalable model for creating safer, more equitable and inclusive urban communities.Singapore – Age-friendly cities: transforming systems to bridge generations for a healthier tomorrowDr Tan Weng Mooi, Director, Integrated Health Promotion, accepted the award on behalf of Singapore. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisSingapore received recognition for its Healthy Precinct Framework, which translates national healthy ageing priorities into neighbourhood-level action. The initiative integrates preventive care, social support, service coordination and age-friendly environments while actively engaging older persons, caregivers and community organizations. Its expansion across multiple precincts demonstrates its scalability and long-term sustainability.WHO Regional Director’s Special AwardNational Forum for Indonesian Healthy Cities/Regencies (Indonesia)Ms Yuni Dwi Purwani, Secretary General of the National Forum for Indonesian Healthy Cities/Regencies, accepted the award on behalf of the National Forum. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisThe WHO Regional Director's Special Award was presented to the National Forum for Indonesian Healthy Cities/Regencies (FKKSI) in recognition of its long-standing leadership in advancing the Healthy Cities movement across Indonesia. As a national platform bringing together local governments, communities, academia and civil society, FKKSI has played a critical role in promoting collaboration, capacity-building, knowledge exchange and advocacy. Its efforts have strengthened and institutionalized healthy urban development nationwide and established a model for multisectoral engagement in the Region. Healthy Cities for allThe 2026 Healthy Cities Recognition Awards highlight how cities can lead transformative action on health by addressing climate change, inequity, ageing, nutrition, mobility, social inclusion, violence prevention and the commercial determinants of health. The recognized initiatives demonstrate that local governments, communities and partners can work together to create healthier, safer and more resilient urban environments for everyone. As urban populations continue to grow across the Western Pacific Region, WHO remains committed to supporting cities in advancing health, equity and sustainable development through the Healthy Cities approach and the Alliance for Healthy Cities. ###Note to editorsSince 2004, the WHO Healthy Cities Recognition Awards have provided a platform for cities to share innovative and effective approaches to improving health and well-being. The awards recognize achievements in areas including climate resilience, healthy ageing, health equity, gender equality, tobacco and alcohol control, urban mobility, nutrition and data-driven governance. In 2026, more than 150 submissions were received from cities and local governments across the Western Pacific Region. The titles and affiliations of awardees are presented as they were at the time the photo was taken.______________For more information, or to arrange media interviews, contact: WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific: wprocom@who.int
Here’s why the 2026 MTV VMAs were delayed
The annual awards show was set to start at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT with a performance by Madonna.
Here’s why the 2026 MTV VMAs were delayed
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Art that serves others: How a Harnett County muralist is making a lasting mark in her community
Van Goat Studios, which has been operating since 2019, has allowed Johnson to express herself and reflect the spirit of local communities through murals. Photo provided by Elyse Johnson.Elyse Johnson of Van Goat Studios in Dunn wants to spread her artistry and make a lasting mark in her community. Van Goat, which has been operating since 2019, has allowed Johnson to express herself through murals and decorating electrical boxes in the urban landscapes of North Carolina. On top of traditional mural painting, Johnson offers what she calls “portable murals,” an option tailor-made for structure owners who do not want to commit to a design for their wall.“A contractor builds a framed piece of wood, and then they can frame the ‘mural’ onto the wood, whether it’s into their building, whether it’s interior or exterior,” Johnson said. The beginnings of Johnson’s journey into establishing Van Goat Studios reflect the teachings she wants artists to take away today: everything is a learning opportunity. When she started Van Goat, she shared it was a joint venture with a business partner. “I mainly did that because I didn’t feel like I was ready to go and do this on my own,” Johnson said. Her business partner eventually dropped out of the project, deciding she wanted to pursue other forms of art. That is when Johnson was thrust into growing her business on her own during and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. “I had built up my confidence enough to go out and reach new heights,” she said. “And I was probably one of the few that benefited from COVID.”The moment presented a silver lining for Johnson. One of her first projects was a Farmers Day mural for the town of Coats. “When COVID-19 hit, Coats was not able to hold their annual festival, so they had a little bit of savings. They decided they wanted to do something for their community without getting anyone sick,” Johnson said.From there, word of mouth spread. Now, Johnson has an organic way of approaching projects. “Like a lot of muralists, if I feel inspired by a building, I will just go up and talk to that building owner and tell them a mural is something they should consider,” Johnson said. But above all, Johnson says she wants art to be accessible to everyone. Johnson said she is trying to stick to projects that benefit “the little guys.” “I’m not trying to go for a project in downtown Raleigh to get the eight-foot-tall building,” Johnson said. “I’m not trying to go to those major cities and get those huge buildings for two reasons: one, I don’t want to go that high; two, my passion really lies with the small guys.” But due to financial constraints and the material reality of art commerce, that requires open communication, she added. “I don’t want to just snowball you with this huge price, and then you just shut me down because it wasn’t what you were thinking,” Johnson said. “At the same time, I am an advocate for the arts, so I’m not going to give you a $10,000 mural when you’re only going to pay $5,000.” There is a healthy balance in explaining the artistic process and working with clients and the surrounding community, Johnson said.“Your municipality invested this, and this is why they invested this, and this is how it’s going to help and improve your community,” she noted. “Same thing when I’m talking to a small business. You asked for me to come at you with this that is outside your budget. How do we make this still your same exact goal, but within your budget lines?” Johnson also provides lessons to aspiring artists. She does so with a mission: how do you master the balance between being a great artist and a competent business owner? “We still do art lessons, but I’m also going to give you business scenarios,” she noted.One of the scenarios she has come up with for her students is a T-shirt competition. “The kids have to think about ‘okay, I can’t just draw whatever I want on a T-shirt. I need to think about what colors Miss Elyse likes. What does Miss Elyse’s logo look like? What would Miss Elyse like?’” Johnson said. “So the design needs to be around that kind of concept.” As Johnson looks toward the future of Van Goat Studios, she is thinking of time, longevity and succession. Johnson is a new mom, which she said has shaped how she sees the future of the studio.“I still want my name and my business out there continuing, so that when my daughter is of age and she can be more independent, then I can be out there doing more and more,” Johnson said. “I would love to get a student to pass this on to, or an intern. I would love for this business to be passed on to the next generation and let them go.”
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