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Top overall recruit sets official visit to UNC Basketball
The UNC basketball program will get a visit from top overall recruit Beckham Black.
Majority of Fort Worth Council supports data center pause. Will it happen?
The majority of Fort Worth City Council wants a temporary moratorium on data centers. A supermajority is needed. This comes after the Fort Worth Zoning Commission voted not to recommend new rules for data centers within the city. Lone Star Politics speaks with Councilwoman Elizabeth Beck, one of the leaders of the effort.
Five RWJBarnabas Health Hospitals Recognized Among “100 Great Community Hospitals" for 2026 by Becker’s Hospital Review
RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health system in New Jersey, today announced that five of its hospitals have been recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review and included in its list of “100 Great Community Hospitals" for 2026.
The policy gaps in behavioral health coverage — and what it’ll take to close them, per 1 exec
Nearly four years after the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline launched, states, payers and county systems still define behavioral health crisis care inconsistently, and Medicare offers limited coverage for community-based crisis stabilization services — leaving safety-net funding, Medicaid, federal block grants, and state and local dollars to carry the cost for nearly 200 million Americans. […]
‘The end of American science as we know it.’ White House funding plan sparks alarm
A Trump administration proposal would vastly expand political oversight of federal grants. Critics say it threatens “science as we know it.”
EA SPORTS™ presents Beckham, Zidane and Zlatan together for the first time.
EA SPORTS™ Presents Icons of Football brings together David Beckham, Zinédine Zidane and Zlatan Ibrahimović for a first-ever football conversation, premiering July 18.
Soaring costs and end of tax credit leads 17,000 Minnesotans to drop MNSure health coverage
This year, 17,000 Minnesotans have dropped the health insurance they had purchased in the Affordable Care Act marketplace known as MNSure, as insurance premiums soar and a tax credit that many people use to help defray the cost of ACA insurance expired.
Wes Anderson's needle-drop genius gets its due at his Hollywood Bowl tribute
Anderson’s score work is planned to exacting detail. But this three-night stand with Bill Murray, Beck, Jackson Browne and more was played in the spirit of the way fans revisit his beloved films.
Virginia's Eric Becker drafted No. 58 overall by Cincinnati Reds
Following AJ Gracia, shortstop Eric Becker became the second Virginia Cavalier to be selected in the 2026 MLB Draft. Becker is heading to the Cincinnati Reds with the No. 58 overall pick
Celebrities flock to 2026 FIFA World Cup matches worldwide
Tom Cruise and David Beckham were among the celebrities seen at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Mike Beck appointed to California Ocean Science Trust's board of trustees
State Secretary for Natural Resources named Beck and Cal Poly Humboldt's Eric Riggs to serve on the unique science-policy bridging organization's board, citing their distinguished leadership and deep expertise in coastal climate resilience and marine STEM education.
The Magnus effect: The science that allows soccer players to ‘bend it like Beckham’
Want to know how to curl a soccer ball? Understanding the physics behind the Magnus effect can give your corner kicks a serious leg up.
Danielle DiBari, Senior Vice President of Business Operations, Chief Pharmacy Officer and Chief Procurement Officer named to Becker's 2026 "101 Hospital and Health system Chief Pharmacy Officers to Know" List
NYC Health + Hospitals announced that Danielle DiBari, Senior Vice President of Business Operations, Chief Pharmacy Officer and Chief Procurement Officer,
Sports Help Shape Young Lives. Trans Kids Deserve That Chance.
By Lambda Legal Senior Content Manager Lake Geslani When Becky Pepper-Jackson laced up her running shoes, she wasn’t thinking about court cases or political debates. Like countless young athletes across the country, she simply wanted to be part of a team, compete alongside her friends, and proudly represent her school. Instead, Becky found herself at...
Wimbledon 2026: The watches that A-listers are wearing
Wimbledon 2026 is underway, and its audience is filled with celebrities wearing coveted watches. Serena Williams and David Beckham are among them.
Supreme Court rules against trans athletes in case over sports participation
The court ruled Tuesday that Idaho and Virginia did not discriminate against runner Lindsay Hecox or high school shot-putter Becky Pepper-Jackson in barring them from playing on teams that align with their gender identity.
Supreme Court upholds state transgender sports bans
In the latest of a string of losses for LGBTQ rights, the high court allowed states to bar transgender athletes from girls’ and women’s sports.
Maui business wins bronze medal in 2026 Artisan International Flavor Awards
Pāʻia Spice Company received a bronze metal in the 2026 International Flavor Awards for its Big Haole’s Original Blend. The award came in the savory rub category. “I’m blown away,” owner Brad Beck said. “We started this company almost five years ago selling hand labeled bottles to people barbecuing at Hoʻokipa. Now, 40,000 bottles later […]
State Sen. Josh Becker unveils "Wartime Price Gouging Prevention Act"
California Sen. Josh Becker has introduced a bill to empower the state attorney general to investigate price gouging during wartime emergencies, addressing what he says is a significant financial burden on Californians.
Standing Committee recommends adoption of four new business items, discusses relationship of the Church of the Brethren and Eder Financial
The Standing Committee of district delegates to the Church of the Brethren Annual Conference held meetings from Thursday evening, June 25, through Saturday afternoon, June 27, in Fort Wayne, Ind. Annual Conference moderator Don Fitzkee presided, assisted by moderator-elect Dennis Beckner and Conference secretary David Shumate.
After 80 Years, Mathematicians Give Famed ‘Erdős Method’ an Upgrade
Decades ago, Paul Erdős used randomness to illuminate the vast and weird world of networks. Now mathematicians are making his technique even more powerful.
Priscilla Chan on science, disease prevention and the future of medicine
CNBC's Becky Quick sits down for a conversation with Dr. Priscilla Chan, co-founder of Biohub, at Aspen Ideas: Health.
FlashPoint: How a Christian political media network became a platform for Indiana’s Lt. Gov.
By Sydney Byerly The Indiana Citizen June 25, 2026 When Indiana Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith called Islam a “demonic death cult” during an appearance on the Christian political program FlashPoint in May, the remarks drew swift backlash from faith leaders across Indiana. It also highlighted the growing influence of the Christian media network that amplified
5 states targeting Medicaid behavioral health enrollment amid fraud concerns
At least five states have taken steps in 2026 to restrict new Medicaid behavioral health provider enrollments as stakeholders seek to curb fraud, waste and abuse while strengthening oversight of high-risk services. The developments come as the Trump administration aims to crack down on healthcare fraud. On June 25, the Justice Department charged 455 people, […]
Merck KGaA bolsters life sciences business with $11.3B Bio-Techne buy
The deal comes a matter of weeks after Kai Beckmann was promoted to CEO at Merck and signalled his intent to broaden the company's scope for M&A.
Becky Hammon Refuses To Apologize For 'Disrespecting' Jalen Brunson
Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon made it clear that she isn't interested in apologizing to New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson. Back in 2023, Hammon said the Knicks were stuck in the middle of the Eastern Conference because they don’t have a "dude" who can lead them in the playoffs. When Brunson's ...
Hackensack Meridian to upgrade pediatric behavioral health tech
Edison, N.J.-based Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation has received nearly $150,000 from the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation to support new technology at Hackensack Meridian K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital in Neptune, N.J. The funding will support the installation of five interactive media walls in the Pediatric Emergency Department’s Behavioral Health Unit, according to a June 22 […]
Optum Behavioral Health names chief medical officer
James Polo, MD, will serve as chief medical officer for Optum Behavioral Health, according to a June 22 LinkedIn post. In his role, Dr. Polo focuses on clinical quality and policy, member experience, regulatory strategy, utilization management, affordability, innovation, and population health for various health plans. He will work with UnitedHealthcare, the rest of Optum, […]
Nico Schlotterbeck’s World Cup is over through injury
Germany defender Nico Schlotterbeck has been ruled out of the rest of the World Cup through injury, Sky Germany confirms. The Borussia Dortmund defender sustained an ankle injury during the first hal...
Morning Sports: June 22, 2026
Beck Haswell of Sheridan HS Wins 2026 Boys Milward Simpson Award: A recent Sheridan HS grad and 2-sport athlete has been named the top overall male athlete from the graduating class of 2026. Beck Haswell was named the boys winner of the 2026 Milward Simpson Award, becoming the 6th Bronc to do so. Haswell was […]
2025-26 Anaheim Ducks: By the Numbers, Part 5
Recapping the 2025-26 season for Nathan Gaucher, Tim Washe, Nik Brouillard, Ross Johnston, Beckett Sennecke, Eric Nilson, Noah Warren, Nico Myatovic and Stian Solberg.
Rosie O’Donnell reveals if she’d return to 'The View,' takes shot at Elisabeth Hasselbeck
Rosie O'Donnell reveals whether she would ever return to 'The View.' The comedian also threw shade at former cohost Elisabeth Hasselbeck.
NE10 Announces Sport Excellence for 2026 Spring
NORTH ATTLEBORO, Mass. – The Northeast 10 Conference recognized seven student-athletes from the spring season as Sport Excellence Award winners on Friday afternoon, honoring their outstanding athletic and academic achievements.
Interesting note on Odell Beckham's New York Giants contract emerges
There was more than meets the eye in the contract given to New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr.
OPINION: Politics, AI, and human dignity
Whether we are building technology, running campaigns, serving in government, or participating in our local political party, the measure of success is not simply whether we win. It is whether we remember that every person has dignity and value independent of their usefulness to our cause.
Congressman Rob Wittman talks war and politics on 'Untold' podcast
From Virginia Tech to Capitol Square to the Halls of the United States Congress, Rob Wittman has made his career in public service. Rep. Wittman sat down with Catie Beck on the latest episode of 'Untold - A WTVR Podcast' to talk politics and war, and he provided details about one
Tornado destroys Urbana business, owner says they plan to rebuild
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down Thursday evening in front of Becks Country Shoppe in Urbana. The main building was destroyed. Winds r…
Kate Beckinsale Signs With Strand Entertainment (EXCLUSIVE)
Actress Kate Beckinsale has inked with Strand Entertainment for management. She continues to be represented by Kleinberg Lange.
Mercy's Kerry Bommarito Earns "Top Women in Health IT" Recognition Again
Behind every breakthrough in healthcare technology is a leader helping move care forward — like Mercy’s own Kerry Bommarito. Mercy’s vice president of enterprise AI and decision intelligence has again been recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review, this time as part of its 2026 list of “Women in Health IT to Know.”
Faith, political leaders celebrate religious freedom after Indiana LG's Islam comments
Prominent Republican leaders joined Democrats, religious leaders and devout Hoosiers at the Indiana Statehouse on Thursday to condemn faith-based discrimination — a response to anti-Islam comments Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith made last month, including calling the religion a "demonic death cult."
The Week in Business: Christophe Beck's Call to Kickstart Minnesota's Economy
This week's top stories from Twin Cities Business.
Elisabeth Hasselbeck jumps from 'The View' to rival daytime talk show
Elisabeth Hasselbeck has landed a new daytime TV hosting gig after returning to 'The View' earlier this year, as she heads to 'CBS Mornings' under the controversial leadership of Bari Weiss.
Yankees news: Benny Backstop? Don’t count on it
Ben Rice won’t catch anytime soon; Brendan Beck hurls a no-no; Spencer Jones is back; Schlittler named for a Boston legend
UT Health San Antonio named among Becker’s Top 50 ACOs to Know
UT Health San Antonio was recently named as one of the “Top 50 ACOs to Know” by Becker’s Hospital Review, a national recognition of its commitment to improving outcomes for traditional Medicare patients in the community.
Beckwith defends Islam comments, gas tax suspension| Crossroads Politics
Amy Cotton, RWJBarnabas Health Senior Vice President of Quality and Safety, Honored by Becker’s Hospital Review
Amy Cotton, DNP, APRN, CPHQ, FAAN, Senior Vice President of Quality and Safety at RWJBarnabas Health, was honored as one of just 145 patient safety experts to know nationwide by Becker’s Hospital Review.
Experience the Excitement of The World’s Game in EA SPORTS FC™, Where History Is Playable
Fans worldwide can experience The World’s Game like never before with the latest international football update, available at no additional cost* in EA SPORTS FC™ 26 and EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile. Plus, fans yet to jump into the action in EA SPORTS FC™ 26 can pick up The World’s Game Edition to receive a Gold Starting XI Pack and three untradeable Player Picks. As the summer of international football begins, EA SPORTS FC™ brings fans closer to the drama, intensity, and passion of global competition with The World’s Game Update, available now at no additional cost in EA SPORTS FC™ 26 and EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile. History is playable in EA SPORTS FC™, as fans can play, celebrate, and engage with football culture across multiple modes in an experience inspired by the global game. EA SPORTS FC The World's Game Edition - Play Now WATCH THE WORLD’S GAME TRAILER FEATURING JUDE BELLINGHAM, ENDRICK, PEDRI, WESTON MCKENNIE, ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIĆ, AND DAVID BECKHAM With 53 fully licensed national teams,
Health insurer Cigna will stop covering GLP-1 weight loss drugs in its employee health plan
CNBC's Becky Quick reports on the latest news.
Caryn Seidman Becker Bought Clear Out Of Bankruptcy. Now She’s A Billionaire.
After conquering airport security checkpoints, Clear’s billionaire CEO Caryn Seidman Becker wants to use your biometrics to unlock doctors’ appointments, baseball games and the rest of your life.
HOLLYWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO HONOR DAVID BECKHAM WITH STAR ON THE HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME - Hollywood Walk of Fame
David Beckham will be honored with the 2,849th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on June 12th at 10:00 am PT at 6819 Hollywood Boulevard. Beckham will receive his star in the category of Sports Entertainment.
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Serena Williams is out of retirement, Odell Beckham Jr. is back with the Giants, plus more
Grading the Myles Garrett, A.J. Brown blockbuster NFL trades; Stanley Cup Final preview
Plus Serena Williams returns and Odell Beckham Jr. is back with Giants
Wide receiver Beckham Jr returns to New York Giants
Wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr rejoins the New York Giants after signing with the NFL team where he first made his name 12 years ago.
New York Giants working out JuJu Smith-Schuster, Braxton Berrios
In addition to Odell Beckham Jr., the New York Giants will work out wide receivers JuJu Smith-Schuster and Braxton Berrios on Monday.
Liverpool star keen on move to Serie A giants
Alisson to Juventus? Liverpool Goalkeeper Future Back Under SpotlightReports emerging from Gazzetta Italia suggest that Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker could once again be a target for Juventus fo...
Odell Beckham Jr. Drops Big Hint About Potential NFL Comeback
Former New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. seems to think he could be making an NFL comeback sometime soon.
Liverpool admit summer signing just isn't good enough
Liverpool’s Alisson Becker succession plan began back in 2024. Sporting director Richard Hughes agreed a deal worth an initial £24m to sign Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia following a strong Eur...
Bridgeport’s Becky Pepper-Jackson wins state shot put title, fueling trans sports debate
David Beckham To Speak At Forbes Iconoclast 2026 Summit, Convening The World’s Most Influential Business Leaders
Sir David Beckham, Partner, Authentic and Co-Owner, Inter Miami CF, will be a featured keynote speaker at the 2026 Forbes Iconoclast Summit, to be held on June 3 in New York City and virtually.
‘The patient is a VIP’: Inside Jeffrey Epstein’s close ties to Mount Sinai Hospital
Epstein’s special treatment from the hospital included doctors being at his beck-and-call, including for house calls, and giving preferential treatment to his friends for medical care and job prospects.
Indiana official touts the state’s low tax rates, business benefits amid NYC exodus
Indiana Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith promotes the state’s low corporate tax rates, ‘Hoosier hospitality’ and contrasts it to New York City’s tax-the-rich agenda on ‘Fox & Friends Weekend.’
Berthoud Sports Hall of Fame inducts Becky and Rudy Hemmann
The Berthoud Sports Hall of Fame is inducting Becky and Rudy Hemmann at its annual awards banquet on Thursday, May 21.
£52m Bundesliga star still an option for Liverpool
Nico Schlotterbeck Emerges as Ideal Long-Term Liverpool OptionLiverpool’s search for defensive stability may yet lead them back towards Liverpool FC target Nico Schlotterbeck, with the Borussia Dort...
Kudos to Cheer Club, College of Business faculty, Cybersecurity team and more
Becky Cottrell, Ph.D., Department of Social Work, and Bridget Arend, Ph.D., School of Education Becky Cottrell from the Department of Social Work and Bridget Arend, Ph.D., from the School of Education co-authored an article recently published in an international journal. Read the article. Biff Baker, Ph.D., College of Business Biff Baker, Ph.D., received a Best in Track award from the Society for Advancement of Management for research examining bureaucratic inefficiencies within Section 8 subsidized housing programs. The study focuses on how administrative delays and communication breakdowns can create housing instability for families and discourage landlord participation. It also offers recommendations to improve accountability and trust in public housing systems. Brendan Fry, Ph.D., Department of Mathematics and Statistics Brendan Fry, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, co-authored the article “Modeling the Impact of Venous Collapsibility on Retinal Oxygenation,” published in the Journal of Theoretical Biology. The interdisciplinary research brought together scholars from the University of Delaware, Indiana University Indianapolis, McGill University and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital. Access the article. Bridget Arend, Ph.D., School of Education Bridget Arend, Ph.D., professor in the School of Education, co-published the book “Facilitating Seven Ways of Learning: A Resource for More Purposeful, Effective, and Enjoyable College Teaching, Second Edition” with James R. Davis. The book explores practical approaches to improving college teaching and student learning experiences. Buy the book. College of Business Faculty At the 2026 Western Decision Sciences Institute international conference, Sally Baalbaki-Yassine, Ph.D., Debora Gilliard, Ph.D., and David Lynn Hoffman, Ph.D., from the College of Business received the Best Case Study Paper Award for “Oreo: A Global Success Story in Brand Evolution and Market Leadership.” Lisa McVicker, Ph.D., and Apryl Brodersen, Ph.D., also had their paper, “Electronic Performance Monitoring: Employer Panacea or Legal Quagmire?” accepted for publication in the Journal of Business Leadership. Community Engagement Exchange Program Metropolitan State University of Denver was selected to host international Fellow Aleja Henao Espitia of Bogotá, Colombia through the Community Engagement Exchange program funded by the U.S. Department of State. View Espitia's LinkedIn profile. David Varel, Ph.D., College of Letters, Arts and Sciences MSU Denver historian David Varel, Ph.D., has been awarded a 2026 ACLS Fellowship by the American Council of Learned Societies. The fellowship program supports outstanding scholarship in the humanities and social sciences, and selected just 63 scholars from more than 2,000 applicants this year. Varel’s project, “The Black Chicago School: Academic Activism in the Age of American Apartheid,” explores the work of Black scholars who challenged scientific racism, built alternative institutions and helped lay the foundation for the modern civil rights movement. The fellowship provides up to $60,000 to support full-time research and writing. Learn more about the fellowship. MSU Denver Office of Financial Aid Team Several MSU Denver employees were recognized for leadership and service during the Colorado Association of Financial Aid Administrators (CAFAA) conference held in May in Crested Butte. Don Holtzen, interim associate director of systems, chaired the conference and was recognized for his service as CAFAA conference chair and technology chair during the 2025-26 term. Holtzen also received the Postsecondary Institution Professional of the Year award, which recognizes financial-aid professionals who have made significant contributions to their institutions and to CAFAA. Tori Pacheco, associate director of Student Services, helped design décor and facilitate the conference and was recognized for her service as CAFAA secretary during the 2025-26 term. Destiny Candelaria, call center coordinator, served on the conference planning committee and presented on One Stops during the event. Michael Nguyen, executive director of Financial Aid and Scholarships, assisted as a CAFAA board member and was recognized for serving as president-elect during the 2025-26 term. Richard Balbag, program assistant I, received the Distinguished Support Staff Member of the Year award, honoring staff members who have made exceptional contributions to their financial-aid offices. Military Friendly Recognition Military Friendly has awarded MSU Denver Gold Status as a military-friendly university and ranked the University No. 7 nationally for military spouses. The recognition reflects MSU Denver’s strong support systems for veterans and military spouses, including transfer credit assistance and retention-focused resources. As of 2026, 1,050 military-connected students are enrolled at the University, advancing institutional priorities around serving veterans and supporting student retention. MSU Denver Cheer Club The MSU Denver Cheer Club earned third place in the 4-Year College Small Coed Intermediate division at the USA Spirit Nationals. Celebrate the win on Instagram. MSU Denver Cybersecurity Team An MSU Denver cybersecurity team earned first place in the Strategist category at the 2026 CYBER RECon National Competition hosted at Fort Meade, Maryland, by U.S. Cyber Command. Led by Jeffrey London, Ph.D., and undergraduate student Matthew Bopp, the team competed against universities and law schools nationwide with its 30-page legal analysis on cybersecurity and free speech titled “Freedom of Speech and MDM: Misinformation, Disinformation, and Malinformation.” The paper also earned Bopp a personal invitation to apply to the University of Maryland School of Law. MSU Denver Debate Team MSU Denver Debate won the 2026 Sierra Sustainability Summit hosted at Yosemite National Park in April. Students Kat Conte and Simon Bernhard bested teams from George Washington University, Gallaudet University, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, the University of San Francisco and Tennessee Tech in the modified present-and-defend style competition. Their proposal recommended adapting Colorado’s Keep Colorado Wild Pass model to support California state parks facing budget constraints. Learn about the summit. MSU Denver Women’s Golf MSU Denver Women’s Golf was represented on the national stage this month as junior Neige Dunn competed as an individual at the NCAA West Regional. She became the first Roadrunner in 10 years to qualify for NCAA Regionals as an individual. Get the details.
Talking Business with Becky Bradley: Quiet fixes, big results across the Lehigh Valley
These projects in Lehigh Valley’s transportation plan may have smaller price tags, but will have huge impacts.
ESPN's Tim Hasselbeck slams Bengals' organization, Joe Burrow's health
ESPN NFL analyst Tim Hasselbeck blasted the Bengals for underachieving during quarterback Joe Burrow's injury-plagued career.
Becky Nelson
BSI Engineering welcomes Becky Nelson as Business Development Director, supporting growth and client engagement in the Chicago market.
7 On Your Side: Sports fan gets stolen rent money back
When TV sports marketer Courtney Becker couldn't get her money back, she contacted a totally different kind of housing authority -- 7 On Your Side.
Giants coach John Harbaugh addresses potential Odell Beckham Jr. signing
New Giants head coach John Harbaugh addressed a potential reunion with 33-year-old WR Odell Beckham Jr. during Giants' rookie minicamp this weekend.
Giants' John Harbaugh on potential reunion with Odell Beckham Jr.: 'It's got to be right for both parties'
Victoria Beckham’s Teen Daughter Turned Her Skin Issues Into Business Idea
Victoria Beckham’s teen daughter turned her skin problem into a business idea. During an episode of the “Aspire with Emma Grede” podcast, the fashion designer made an appearance. She spoke about how h...
Science diplomacy lessons from a North Korean volcano
Mount Paektu, a mythic, active volcano on the border between North Korea and China, is almost the epitome of a scientific challenge that crosses political lines. In 946 CE, it erupted in one of the five biggest volcanic events of the past 10,000 years, kicking up huge quantities of ash and sending destructive mud flows down river channels for hundreds of kilometres. Should this happen again, the entire region, including easternmost Russia, South Korea and even Japan could be hit. “It’s definitely got the potential to be big,” said James Hammond, a professor of geophysics at Birkbeck, University of London. An eruption on the scale of 946 would have “huge regional impact.” For the past 15 years, Hammond has helped lead a groundbreaking collaboration with North Korean scientists to study the volcano, navigating scientific sanctions, tough export controls on scientific equipment and a long, pandemic-enforced exodus from the country. Although he seems more at home on far-flung research expeditions – before speaking to Science|Business, Hammond was camping out on a Greenland ice sheet – he has also advised the European Commission on its changing science diplomacy strategy. His long experience with North Korea has made Hammond sceptical of blanket bans on science collaboration, no matter the country.This is a live question in Europe, where in the wake of Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, institutional ties with Russian universities were almost entirely severed, although some scientists fear this could undermine our understanding of climate change’s impact on the Arctic. Here, Hammond tells the story of the Mount Paektu mission and the policy lessons he takes from it. Ominous rumblingsThe genesis of Hammond’s collaboration came in 2002, when Mount Paektu began to rumble ominously. Earthquake activity picked up and the volcano began to emit unusual gases. North Korean scientists took notice. “People felt we need to know more about this volcano,” said Hammond. In 2011, North Korean vulcanologists put out a request for international expertise to help them learn more. At the time, Hammond and his collaborator, Clive Oppenheimer, were working on a vulcanology project in another sanctioned country, Eritrea, and so decided to answer the call. Within a month, they had flown into Pyongyang. “It was pretty incredible,” recalls Hammond (left). “We were made to feel like honoured guests, and invited to official celebrations.” The scientific opportunity was huge. Paektu is unusually positioned, a thousand kilometres from where tectonic plates rub against each other in the Pacific. “It was an incredibly interesting volcano, but not much research had been done, at least not in the international community,” he said. “There was so much we felt we could do. And we had these partners that were super keen to engage.”The mission received an unusual visitor in the form of volcano-obsessed filmmaker Werner Herzog, who accompanied Hammond and Oppenheimer while directing his 2016 film Into the Inferno about volcanos across the world. Four days into the trip, the German director delivered a long speech about reunification to his North Korean hosts, recalls Hammond. “He got to the heart of the Koreans and how they felt, and how they thought, in a way that I'm not sure I ever will,” he said. UN sanctionsHowever, Hammond realised he’d been “naïve” about how difficult it would be to collaborate with North Korea, which was sanctioned far more heavily than Eritrea. “We didn’t fully appreciate the all-encompassing nature of restrictions,” he said. In 2016, as tensions escalated over Pyongyang’s nuclear tests, a United Nations resolution banned all joint scientific work with North Korea. However, the UN sanctions did allow countries to request carve outs, and the UK successfully requested an exemption for Hammond’s work. Related articlesEU pushes for joint science diplomacy, but care needed to avoid gridlock, experts sayRussia severs its last ties with German scienceAnchor Greenlanders in Arctic climate research, experts tell EU ahead of policy updateExport controls have also delayed Hammond’s work. In one case, it took 18 months to get approval from the UK government to take seismometers, which measure earthquakes, to North Korea. “It was frustrating,” he said. “But they didn’t just say no.” However, one instrument, called an induction coil, used to measure how the earth conducts electricity, was blocked entirely because it can in theory be used to detect submarines. Karaoke bondingSince the collaboration started in 2011, Hammond has visited the country around 15 times, although the pandemic closed off North Korea for more than five years. A trip last November was Hammond’s first since the outbreak. Despite this lengthy interlude, Hammond has deep bonds in the country. The North Korean scientists Hammond works with are somewhat isolated, as they struggle to access the latest research papers and travel to international conferences. That said, they are “excellent geophysicists” and are “very well trained in the field,” he said. Over karaoke and chats about their families, “we’ve made friendships, for sure,” he said. The authorities have to sign-off things like the placement of seismometers, for example, but Hammond said these requests have been approved. “Everything that we've asked for within a scientific context has been delivered.”Scientific backchannels? These kind of personal links between scientists across political lines are one purported benefit of science diplomacy. During the Cold War, some historians argue, scientific contact between the US and Soviet Union laid a groundwork of trust for other cooperation, such as on arms control. Hammond agrees that backchannel contacts to North Korean geophysicists are hardly likely to defuse a military crisis on the Korean peninsula, but the simple fact of the scientific collaboration makes contacts between diplomats that little bit easier. “It creates opportunities to understand each other a little bit better,” he said. “When maybe you have those more difficult discussions as diplomats, it's coming from a slightly better place.” Cutting tiesDrawing lessons from the Mount Paektu mission for today’s links with Russian science isn’t simple. The analogy is far from exact, Hammond said, “because one is essentially a Cold War, versus a pretty hot war in the case of Russia.” But Hammond’s broader argument is that the challenges we face, such as climate change, pandemics, biodiversity loss, pollution and so on, have globalised in an unprecedented way, making blanket shutdowns in collaboration with any country unwise.He’s somewhat critical of the UN scientific sanctions imposed on North Korea in 2016, even though they did allow for exceptions. “I think a blanket halt to some of these things, when we face big global challenges [. . .] that’s quite a risky thing to do,” he said.Institutional endorsement?European academics are still by and large free to work individually with Russian counterparts. However, official, institutional partnerships have largely ended. Shortly following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Russian university rectors wrote a public letter endorsing the war, meaning European universities fear official collaboration could also be seen as a kind of endorsement. Hammond acknowledges there is a risk of legitimising regimes, and state-controlled universities, through scientific cooperation. “That’s the trade off you have to make,” he said. Strategic projectsWith Russia, instead of giving a green light to restart all Arctic science, a middle ground might be firing up a few carefully selected “strategic” projects, said Hammond. After all, European countries are still collaborating with Russia on the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor, an experimental nuclear fusion plant in the south of France. However, even if Europe did try to revive Arctic science with Russia, there’s no guarantee Russian scientists would play ball. A series of high-profile arrests of physicists in Russia accused of sharing their findings with the outside world has made collaboration fraught. Even before the invasion of 2022, “the Russian regime made it increasingly difficult, and this sort of discouraged people,” Dag Rune Olsen, rector of the Arctic University of Norway, told Science|Business last year.
Exclusive: VA conducted internal investigations into employees who attended vigil for Alex Pretti
Becky Halioua, who was investigated after attending a vigil for Pretti shortly after his death, feels the VA probe is a “scare tactic” and an attempt to silence those “with the loudest voices.”
Vanderbilt Health highlights physician-led innovation and analytics startups at Becker's 16th Annual Meeting
Representing Vanderbilt Health were two subsidiaries — Vanderbilt Health Purchasing Collaborative (VHPC) and the Center for Patient and Professional Advocacy (CPPA) — alongside innovation partners Brim Analytics and ImageAssist.
Alisson Becker transfer news: Juventus make Liverpool goalkeeper a top target this summer
Baseball Drops Finale to Rhode Island
Kingston, R.I. – (May 3, 2026) – The pitching duo of Evan Maloney and Joe Sabbath combined to allow just one run on four hits, as Rhode Island took the Atlantic 10 baseball series finale from Fordham, 5-1, at Bill Beck Field on Sunday
Coty's perfume business takes another knock with David Beckham fragrance lawsuit
Beauty brand Coty is facing a lawsuit from DB Ventures, the company behind former football star David Beckham’s eponymous fragrance, for what the lawsuit describes as flagrant material breaches of the license agreement, court documents show.
From deep space to democracy: Trio of UCLA professors elected to National Academy of Sciences
Bruin scholars Eric Becklin, Martin Gilens and Craig Manning exemplify how UCLA research continues to power progress across disciplines.
Beck’s and MFA make moves to grow business in Missouri
Major investments have been announced in seed processing, grain storage and fertilizer distribution for Missouri farmers.
Gavin Beck applies business knowledge as a student entrepreneur
A Slippery Rock University student is well on his way to building his own business as a resilient…
New QB1 in AZ? Why Cardinals should give Carson Beck chance to start
Jeremiyah Love is the best player the Cardinals drafted, but Carson Beck is the most intriguing. Arizona should give him a chance to earn the starting spot.
The applicability of Hungary’s election to our politics
American conservatives, largely synonymous these days with MAGA save for a few lonely voices of courage and dissent, have plenty to lament. Their domination of the political landscape is waning. Various special elections hither and yon have presented bright, flashing caution signs. A very difficult, perhaps devastating, off-year election beckons. Major fractures have surfaced within […]
I shopped Gap's Victoria Beckham collection. It's good, but flawed.
The Gap x Victoria Beckham line is full of high-quality basics and chic designs. Unfortunately, many of the items seemed too tight or too long on me.
Carson Beck drafted by Cardinals at No. 65
The Arizona Cardinals drafted Miami Hurricanes quarterback Carson Beck with the No. 65 overall pick (third round).
Will Tommy Thompson return with a run for governor?
Political reporters Molly Beck and Jessie Opoien answer frequently asked questions on Wisconsin's political scene.
2026 NFL Day 2 mock draft: When do Carson Beck, Garrett Nussmeier come off the board?
Projecting Day 2 picks as teams attack needs and top prospects slide into Rounds 2-3.
Mercy CEO Makes List of Great Leaders in Healthcare
Mercy President and CEO Steve Mackin was named to the Becker’s Hospital Review Great Leaders in Healthcare 2026 list. According to Becker’s, the leaders on the list are proactive changemakers, always looking ahead and striving to be better. They are building the future rather than passively waiting for it to arrive.
How will inflation impact business this Mother’s Day?
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – With Mother’s Day is just around the corner, some have expressed concern about whether inflation will impact the way business owners approach the holidays. Many noted spikes in co...
Bismarck nurse uses fellowship to improve patient care
As the latest recipient of the Becky Nelson Fellowship, Ashley Herauf uses her experience as clinic director to help lead change at Sanford.
'Show me the money'
What happens when a former senator, a prior governor, a previous representative, and a political advocate talk about corporate money in politics? The exact scenario played out at the MSU-hosted discussion titled “Money, Transparent Elections and the Montana Experience,” at the end of last week. Audience members experienced a bipartisan glimpse into corporate influence, how it is built, spent on campaigns and challenged by voters. A candid conversation emerged between guest speakers former Montana U.S. Senator Jon Tester, former Attorney General and Governor Marc Racicot, previous state senator and representative Jeff Mangan, and political advocate Michel Beckel. The conversation between the four guests circled back to Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, a landmark 2010 Supreme Court ruling allowing corporations, unions, and associations to spend unlimited amounts of money influencing elections. The decision concluded independent political spending is a form of free speech protected by the First Amendment, directly leading to the rise of massive political action committees and ‘dark money’ in U.S. elections spending. Tester was the first to address the ‘black elephant’ in the room. Responses to moderator questions are edited for clarity and brevity. “We are seeing unbelievable sums of money being put out trying to influence people on how to vote,” Tester said. “Oftentimes the truth goes out the window before the campaigning even starts.”
Sanford Health leaders to discuss AI, digital innovation
Workforce also top of mind for nation’s health systems at Becker’s Annual Meeting
After falling during hurdles, Beckham Borquez shall rise again
Sherman Oaks Notre Dame hurdler Beckham Borquez fell while competing in hurdles at the Arcadia Invitational, but he is planning an immediate comeback.
Michigan football's new 'circle of trust' for wide receivers
Michigan football's new offensive coordinator Jason Beck is implementing a 'circle of trust' for players to earn playing time.
NFL draft profile 2026: Carson Beck (Quarterback, Miami)
Is Beck on of the 2026 draft’s top quarterbacks?
Illinois Agronomist Drew Beckman Talks Science, Service, and Supporting Growers
Drew Beckman stays busy as an agronomist in the Corn Belt, but that’s only one piece of the picture. When he’s not working with growers in northwestern Illinois, he’s supporting his family and community in other ways — all with a good sense of humor.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Takes Stake in Beckham’s Health Firm IM8
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is taking an equity stake in IM8, co-founded by health-sciences firm Prenetics and former footballer David Beckham.
Odell Beckham Jr., Giants appear to share mutual interest: How sides can make reunion happen
The New York Giants and Odell Beckham Jr. have a chance to reunite under John Harbaugh.
Future Forward Business Summit to be held at Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — If you want to find out more about the candidates vying for your vote before the primary elections, you are in luck. The Future Forward Business Summit is offering you a chance to...
Becker's Hospital Review lists 22 strong health systems, St. Elizabeth is only Kentucky hospital included
Staff report Becker’s Hospital Review has listed 22 health systems with strong operational metrics and solid financial positions, according to reports from credit rating agencies, Fitch Ratings and Moody’s Investors Service released in 2026. Included in the list is St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood which has an “AA” rating and stable outlook with Fitch....