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Why do Tottenham Hotspur not have a stadium sponsor?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why after more than seven years, Tottenham Hotspur are yet to agree a stadium sponsorship deal
Exodus Narrative Director Explains Romance, Relationships, and Mass Effect Comparisons in New Sci-fi RPG
The upcoming space opera RPG Exodus has drawn a lot Mass Effect comparisons, and its narrative director worked on both. He explains their differences and more.
Nearly impossible? How Fairphone built the ethical, repairable Fairphone Gen 6+.
Fairphone's CTO explains how and why the Dutch company builds a different kind of smartphone.
"The plan was different" – Freund explains Bayern’s stance on Boey
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The Real-Life Medicine and Science Behind Oppenheimer’s Demon
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The science behind giant bubbles at Discovery Lab
Discovery Lab explains the science behind giant bubbles and shares what makes its special bubble mixture stronger and more flexible.
Berkshire Hathaway AI strategy: Greg Abel bets on data-center power
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Why health equity is now a business imperative in cardiology
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Andy Reid explains left tackle Josh Simmons’ back ‘flared up’
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Heliophysics Education Community meeting presentation
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Monaco's CEO said Folarin Balogun felt mistreated by Everton after the Premier League club found issues in his medical.
WCU political expert explains Rep. Edwards' censure, breaks down overwhelming vote
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Are you a 'mosquito magnet'? Science explains why
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Ask the expert: Building a journal on workplace science
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Are sex-specific thresholds needed for coronary CT?
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Could humans ever communicate with whales?
Ever since the earliest known recording of whale song was made in 1949, researchers have been captivated by the wails, rumbles, clicks, grunts and squeals of their communication. As technology improves, scientists are decoding the intricate patterns that make different species’ vocalisations distinctive. Madeleine Finlay hears from Emma Bryce, a journalist who has spent months investigating human efforts to understand whale song. She explains how this knowledge could help us better protect whales from human-made harms.Credits:1. Valeria Vergara/Raincoast Conservation Foundation2. Footage courtesy of Raincoast Conservation Foundation - Obtained for research under SARA permit XMMS 4 20263. Video by Amanda Cotton/Project CETI4. Footage courtesy of Valeria Vergara and GREMM. Obtained for research under SARA permits QUE-MM02-2016 and QUE-LEP-001-20185. Project CETI6. Project CETI
Are Grapefruits Good for You?
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Analyst explains why 2026 season will be Sean McVay's toughest
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Can this unlikely pair reshape Israeli politics?
In Israel’s divided politics, an Islamist leader is teaming up with a former Israeli police officer. CNN’s Tal Shalev explains that the unlikely pairing hopes to break new ground as they reshape what’s possible and address the everyday issues that affect the country’s Arab population.
Q&A: building a radiology team for small-town Tennessee
Behind every scan at a Regional Hospital is a radiologist who also holds a professorship at Main Campus. Eric Wallace, MD, explains why that matters.
‘Ebenezer’ director Ti West explains how Johnny Depp makes Scrooge ‘an unlikable guy’ with ‘humor and charm’
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How Aetna Is Making Healthcare Simpler With AI
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Fiona Ma explains why she should be California's next Lieutenant Governor
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Science 4 Everyone: What are the lunar phases and why do they happen?
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Kuminga Agent Reveals Why Defense Won Over Lakers Money
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Jelly Roll explains political beliefs after Trump roasts: I’m ‘down the middle’
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Measles Outbreak In Pennsylvania— A Case Study In The Challenges Of Public Health
A public health expert explains how the measles outbreak in Pennsylvania exemplifies the challenges facing public health in America.
Adult congenital heart programs growing more important as time goes on
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C.T.E. Risks and Youth Sports: How to Keep Child Athletes Safe
A study found C.T.E. in 25% of deceased NFL players, but Orlando Health pediatric sports specialist Dr. Elizabeth Davis explains how safety measures allow children to play contact sports safely. Learn practical ways to reduce concussion risks in youth athletics.
Oglethorpe business dean: The real challenge isn't tariffs. It's uncertainty.
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Limbic Entertainment on life after Bandai Namco
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The Literacy Crisis Reaches Dog-Bear Science
“New analysis of more than 300 bear encounters suggests our canine companions often increase odds of conflict and rarely serve as early warning systems many recreationists assume,” reads a subhead in Mountain Journal. The thing is, that study reaches no such conclusion. But you have to read beyond the abstract to understand that. Mountain Journal is not alone. Let’s look at a brief list of takeaways published elsewhere just to establish that none of them seem to know how to read science. Wes Siler’s Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe Here’s CBC: “A new peer-reviewed study, The Canine Conundrum: Is a Dog a Help or Hindrance in Bear Country?, dug into conflicts similar to what the video depicts, by analyzing 326 reported human-bear conflicts from 1901 to 2023 involving dogs.” “The study found 54 per cent of conflicts were started by dogs. In the encounters researchers included in the study, five people and 56 dogs were killed, and 170 people were injured.” “Lana Ciarniello, an independent researcher who co-authored the study, said researchers found when a person goes hiking with at least one other person, the odds of a negative bear encounter decrease by 50 per cent.” “However, when a dog is involved, the chances of a negative bear encounter increase because ‘a dog really adds a chaotic factor into the mix of recreation,’ said Ciarniello.” Again, the study finds no data supporting that conclusion. “Hiking with your pet dog may make you feel safer in bear country—but a hiker’s recent encounter and a new study prove that the numbers don’t add up,” writes Backpacker, which is now part of Outside. The numbers don’t add up to support this take. There’s plenty more examples, but all are equally dumb, so I’ll stop there. How did so many people get this so wrong? Three reasons: 1) the study is published behind a paywall, with only the abstract freely available. 2) the methodology sets out to create work relevant to a hyper-specific audience, not the public. And 3) the dataset studied is almost absurdly limited and doesn’t bear (get it?!) comparison to wider information. Let’s work through all three. The Problem is Money I understand the irony, since I’m writing about this on a subscription-model newsletter, but information wants to be free. The study is published by The Wildlife Society and costs $16 to access. Reprinting it is specifically prohibited by the terms of use, so I can only share snippets and my conclusions with you here. Having worked as a journalist for 24 years, I can report with some authority that journalists are both lazy and cheap. I don’t think it’s a stretch to say that much of the material you’re seeing written about this study is drawn from the freely-available abstract (above) only, and not a deep dive into its methodology or data. And that’s a problem, because abstracts are where researchers are able to break from their numbers and editorialize their opinions about conclusions. So what’s getting reported isn’t based on numbers, it’s based on an opinion designed for a specific audience, not the general public. Hell yeah ladies, kick that bear’s ass. The Methodology is Designed to Support a Predetermined Conclusion One of the biggest issues with the science that everyone likes to cite about bear spray’s efficacy is that no one understands that study was designed for a specific audience, looking for a specific answer. And since that audience is not the public, and our safety was not the question being asked, its conclusion is rendered irrelevant to our needs. Yes, I’m talking about Efficacy of Bear Deterrent Spray in Alaska, which was created by Tom Smith and Stephen Herrero, two of the same scientists who put together this dog-bear conflict analysis. In the spray study, the purpose was to present relevant agencies with the information they needed to issue their field workers with bear spray. As such, incidents where people were unable to access the spray or similarly failed to get it deployed in time were excluded from the results, and only incidents they deemed successful were included. Could a ranger roll down their vehicle’s window and scare a bear away from a dumpster by spraying it? Turns out the answer was yes, and that was good enough for the purposes of that study. The sample size of actual bear attacks—the thing you and I would want bear spray to provide a solution to, was too small to draw conclusions from, and didn’t indicate success in that role. Is a Dog a Help or Hindrance in Bear Country? has similar limitations. “Insights provided here are intended to help wildlife managers create effective guidelines regarding the presence of domestic dogs in bear habitat,” is explained clearly by the study’s text. To conduct the study, Smith and Herrero went looking for publicly available reports of dog-bear conflicts: “All incidents included in our analysis involved at least one bear, one dog, and one person who was at immediate risk of injury (e.g., not in a protective structure such as a cabin or vehicle), injured, or killed,” explains the report’s methodology. Why is that a problem? “We recognize that data used in this study are biased in that people generally only report adverse interactions with bears, not benign ones. Consequently, we assume that for the most part, people and their dogs pass through bear country without incident.” As was the problem with the bear spray study, people are drawing conclusions here from a study that was never intended to be relevant to the general public. The Smith-Herrero database famously excludes Alaska’s Defense of Life and Property records, which are elsewhere considered the largest and most authoritative source on human-bear conflict. The Dataset is Absurdly Limited A 2009 study conducted by the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife estimates that each year there are at least 43,000 documented complaints of human-bear conflict across North America. Is a Dog a Help or Hindrance in Bear Country? Examined those reports for years ranging from 1901 to 2023, and only managed to find 326 such incidents that met the criteria explained above. Let’s do some quick math, poorly. 43,000 incidents x 122 years = 5,246,000 total incidents of documented human-bear conflict. Smith and Herrero were only able to find 326 incidents that met their criteria for dog+human+bear+risk or occurrence of injury. That means there’s a 0.006 percent chance that the study’s conclusion—that dogs make bear encounters more dangerous—even gets a chance of occurring. And remember, that’s only in documented conflicts. There’s no way to know how many people across North America run into a bear in any given year without any conflict, but it’s probably safe to assume that the total number is well in excess of 43,000. And, dig deeper into the study and you can find further restrictions that skew its conclusions even more. “While the people involved in these incidents did not report the level of training their dogs had received, it is our assumption that most were untrained companion dogs as opposed to well-trained bear dogs, such as Karelians and livestock guardian breeds that have proven to be significant aids in bear country,” the study’s methodology explains. And that’s a problem, because an ongoing study here in Montana is finding that the simple presence of a Kangal like our youngest dog Teddy can reduce visits to private property from grizzly bears by 87.8 percent. In addition to being a badass, Teddy is also a companion animal. And in my admittedly limited sample size of the three dogs currently present in our living room, she’s no more effective than her mutt brothers. Plenty of people own a dog capable of deterring bears, even if they didn’t set out to own a bear dog. The real purpose of this study appears to be a recommendation that leashes are mandated and recreationists pursue training in their deterrent of choice. But that doesn’t make for sensational headlines. Are There Any Real Takeaways Here? Let’s throw some numbers around, just to try and get our hands around what the larger picture might look like for bears and dogs here. The American Veterinary Medical Association estimates that 42.6 percent of American households own a dog. The Canadian Animal Health Institute says roughly 35 percent of households in Canuckistan own a dog. In an attempt to create the worst possible result for dogs, let’s run with that 35 percent number. And given that outdoorsy and rural people are more likely to both own a dog, and have bear encounters, let’s just make a giant assumption and apply that number to those 43,000 conflicts documented annually. If 35 percent of 43,000 human-bear encounters involve a dog, then we can assume that at least 15,050 dog-bear conflicts are occurring annually in North America. 15,050 x 122 = 1,836,100. Smith and Herrero were only able to find 326 incidents that met their human, dog, chance or occurrence of injury criteria across 122 years. And only 170 documented human injuries. So, with all the obvious caveats about these numbers in no way describing reality beyond narrow study parameters, what they actually found is that your risk of injury if your dog tangles with a bear is only 0.009 percent. I’ll take those odds next time I’m hiking my dogs in bear country. Top photo: “Superintendent Horace Albright, eating pancakes with bears, at Lake Lodge, Yellowstone National Park.” NPS. A journalist with more than two decades of experience working around the world, Wes Siler is here to cut through the outrage and disinformation to bring you the factual, insightful, actionable reporting you need to understand what’s going on. Upgrading to a paid subscription supports this reporting, and buys personal access to Wes, who will help you save money on gear, plan outdoor adventures, and prepare for real life, and who promises he’s less salty in real life than he sometimes comes across as on the Internet. Wes Siler’s Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. 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‘It’s a Big Map, a Very Big Map’ – GTA 6 Is Rockstar’s Most Complex World Yet
Rockstar explains how it has pushed current-gen technology to ensure GTA 6’s massive map is a step beyond Red Dead Redemption 2’s world.
Former Apple employee worked 13-hour days building her startup
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Dolly Parton struggled with kidney stones for years. Here are the warning signs to know
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Jill Lepore on why Silicon Valley gets science fiction wrong
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Cardiac CT's expanding role gives radiologists new opportunities
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Rewriting the Vaccine Schedule Without Science at the Table
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Sandra Bullock explains how she talked to her kids about her late partner’s ALS
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CCTA programs need a strategic C-suite case to drive growth and efficiency
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The Women's Health Diagnostics Gap Isn't Missing Tests, It's Missing Answers
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A deep dive into climate change
Some policymakers continue to question the science of climate change, despite the growing evidence of significant damage to life on land and in the ocean.Katja Matthes, director of the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel in Germany, believes the ongoing attempts to politicise climate science and discredit researchers are hindering international cooperation and public understanding. The ocean provides clear evidence of the extent to which changes are occurring, she says.“We are seeing severe, unprecedented and accelerating changes in the ocean — warming ocean temperatures, acidification and oxygen depletion — that are destabilising the most important system that makes life on this planet possible,” Matthes explains. Visible signs of these changes include the melting of ice sheets in the Arctic and Greenland. Deeper down, the growing frequency of hypoxia — or oxygen-deprived “dead zones”, where marine life can no longer survive — in the Baltic and record-high Mediterranean surface temperatures are indicators of the “dramatic warming” of the ocean, she adds.The ocean, which covers around 70% of the Earth’s surface, acts as a vital carbon sink, absorbing around 30% of the planet’s carbon dioxide (CO2) and 90% of the excess heat. However, the global ocean surface temperature has risen by an average of half a degree Celsius since 1982, according to the EU Copernicus observatory. More significant rises have been recorded in the Mediterranean, Black, Baltic and other shallower seas.Some ocean temperature increases do occur naturally, such as during El Niño events. But sustained rises can trigger extreme weather on land — including droughts, floods and catastrophic storms — while also harming marine ecosystems. Only 10% of marine species have been studied, Matthes notes, “so the consequences might be even more severe than we know.”Fostering European cooperation amid uncertaintyMatthes, who holds a doctorate in meteorology, is a professor of atmospheric physics as well as director of GEOMAR. She serves as one of Kiel’s ambassadors to Science Comes to Town (SCTT), an EU-funded programme that aims to promote science’s role in society and strengthen cross-border collaboration in research, innovation and sustainability. SCTT is hosted by the coastal cities of Kiel, Brest (in France) and Split (in Croatia).The SCTT project also provides a platform for raising awareness and understanding between scientists and the public about major issues, such as climate change. Having worked on both sides of the Atlantic, Matthes is frustrated by recent attempts to erode decades of international climate collaboration and question the credibility of research. Earlier this year, the US administration delivered a major blow to global cooperation by withdrawing from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and other global climate organisations, claiming they were “contrary to the interests of the United States.”In addition, a US Department of Energy (DOE) report cast doubt on the latest IPCC climate assessment, which was published in 2024. As a contributing author to the IPCC study, Matthes says the DOE sought to discredit scientists like herself. “Climate change is not a matter of opinion, it really exists and we are witnessing dramatic changes,” she notes. “It’s not climate change as a whole that is being targeted, but scientists and their research.”Other US actions have also hit home for Matthes, who spent three years at the US National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder, Colorado. The White House has announced plans to close the facility, a move that was “pretty tough” due to the German scientist’s personal connections with the staff and their reputation for excellence.Changing the narrative on climate changeEurope’s scientific community remains a driving force on climate research and collaboration. As one of the world’s leading marine research institutions, GEOMAR attracts students from more than 50 countries and plays an important role in global observation initiatives that contribute to understanding and protecting the ocean basins. At a European level, GEOMAR works closely with other top marine research facilities, including France’s Ifremer, an SCTT partner in Brest. GEOMAR has also developed innovative and safe strategies for removing unexploded wartime munitions from the seabed, which release toxic substances that pose a danger to humans and the marine environment. Through the Horizon Europe MMinE-SwEEPER project, this knowledge has been transferred to the European level.These initiatives are examples of how local action can have a global impact, Matthes says, and how Europe can strengthen climate research and partnerships. “This is a chance for Europe to step up and work on climate cooperation and agreements,” she notes. “Climate change is an international problem and a real threat, and we need more speed on climate action than we have now.”Matthes believes her fellow scientists need to communicate that climate change is not only a threat, but an opportunity to find solutions. “We need to change our narrative and expand our strategic alliances with those who are willing,” she says, “and luckily there are a lot of willing people and countries.”Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.
A deep dive into climate change
Some policymakers continue to question the science of climate change, despite the growing evidence of significant damage to life on land and in the ocean.Katja Matthes, director of the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel in Germany, believes the ongoing attempts to politicise climate science and discredit researchers are hindering international cooperation and public understanding. The ocean provides clear evidence of the extent to which changes are occurring, she says.“We are seeing severe, unprecedented and accelerating changes in the ocean — warming ocean temperatures, acidification and oxygen depletion — that are destabilising the most important system that makes life on this planet possible,” Matthes explains. Visible signs of these changes include the melting of ice sheets in the Arctic and Greenland. Deeper down, the growing frequency of hypoxia — or oxygen-deprived “dead zones”, where marine life can no longer survive — in the Baltic and record-high Mediterranean surface temperatures are indicators of the “dramatic warming” of the ocean, she adds.The ocean, which covers around 70% of the Earth’s surface, acts as a vital carbon sink, absorbing around 30% of the planet’s carbon dioxide (CO2) and 90% of the excess heat. However, the global ocean surface temperature has risen by an average of half a degree Celsius since 1982, according to the EU Copernicus observatory. More significant rises have been recorded in the Mediterranean, Black, Baltic and other shallower seas.Some ocean temperature increases do occur naturally, such as during El Niño events. But sustained rises can trigger extreme weather on land — including droughts, floods and catastrophic storms — while also harming marine ecosystems. Only 10% of marine species have been studied, Matthes notes, “so the consequences might be even more severe than we know.”Fostering European cooperation amid uncertaintyMatthes, who holds a doctorate in meteorology, is a professor of atmospheric physics as well as director of GEOMAR. She serves as one of Kiel’s ambassadors to Science Comes to Town (SCTT), an EU-funded programme that aims to promote science’s role in society and strengthen cross-border collaboration in research, innovation and sustainability. SCTT is hosted by the coastal cities of Kiel, Brest (in France) and Split (in Croatia).The SCTT project also provides a platform for raising awareness and understanding between scientists and the public about major issues, such as climate change. Having worked on both sides of the Atlantic, Matthes is frustrated by recent attempts to erode decades of international climate collaboration and question the credibility of research. Earlier this year, the US administration delivered a major blow to global cooperation by withdrawing from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and other global climate organisations, claiming they were “contrary to the interests of the United States.”In addition, a US Department of Energy (DOE) report cast doubt on the latest IPCC climate assessment, which was published in 2024. As a contributing author to the IPCC study, Matthes says the DOE sought to discredit scientists like herself. “Climate change is not a matter of opinion, it really exists and we are witnessing dramatic changes,” she notes. “It’s not climate change as a whole that is being targeted, but scientists and their research.”Other US actions have also hit home for Matthes, who spent three years at the US National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder, Colorado. The White House has announced plans to close the facility, a move that was “pretty tough” due to the German scientist’s personal connections with the staff and their reputation for excellence.Changing the narrative on climate changeEurope’s scientific community remains a driving force on climate research and collaboration. As one of the world’s leading marine research institutions, GEOMAR attracts students from more than 50 countries and plays an important role in global observation initiatives that contribute to understanding and protecting the ocean basins. At a European level, GEOMAR works closely with other top marine research facilities, including France’s Ifremer, an SCTT partner in Brest. GEOMAR has also developed innovative and safe strategies for removing unexploded wartime munitions from the seabed, which release toxic substances that pose a danger to humans and the marine environment. Through the Horizon Europe MMinE-SwEEPER project, this knowledge has been transferred to the European level.These initiatives are examples of how local action can have a global impact, Matthes says, and how Europe can strengthen climate research and partnerships. “This is a chance for Europe to step up and work on climate cooperation and agreements,” she notes. “Climate change is an international problem and a real threat, and we need more speed on climate action than we have now.”Matthes believes her fellow scientists need to communicate that climate change is not only a threat, but an opportunity to find solutions. “We need to change our narrative and expand our strategic alliances with those who are willing,” she says, “and luckily there are a lot of willing people and countries.”Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni explains why he values joint practices
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Rafaela details two-strike approach at the plate
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How Trump’s Republican Takeover Changed The Shape Of Politics
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The Science Behind ‘Brain Rot’: How Online Slop Is Quietly Rewiring Your Brain
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With The Duskbloods, Hidetaka Miyazaki is stepping into the unknown
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The Science And Lingering Human Toll Of A Recent Midwest Derecho
Two weeks later, many communities in the Midwest are without power. An expert explains the science and human toll of a late-summer derecho.
'There's not a lot of Iowa nice': Breaking down politics at the Iowa State Fair
KCCI's political analyst explains how emboldened protestors, demonstrations, and banners at the iowa State Fair are playing into a contentious election year.
Sean Mannion’s play-calling philosophy starts with the quarterback
Sean Mannion explains how finding the right play is only part of the job and understanding who's taking the snap may actually matter more.
HCM drug advances have been a breakthrough—but more invasive treatments are still vital
Some HCM experts are concerned about the potential loss of surgical and interventional expertise as procedural volumes decline.
Google built a camera-based tool to estimate body fat more accurately than wearables
Google explains how its new photo-based tool can do a body composition analysis more accurately than your smartwatch.
MU Health Care physician explains risks with rising raw-milk trend
In recent years, raw milk has climbed in popularity as more people lean away from filtered, pasterized milk.
Plant Breeding's Future Depends on More Than Science
The future of plant breeding needs more than technical skill. Ana Maria Heilman-Morales explains why mentorship, service and courage matter.
'India is an early tech adopter': Proofpoint CEO on why the cybersecurity firm is expanding in India
Sumit Dhawan, CEO of Proofpoint, explains why the cybersecurity firm is continuing to expand its operations in India by setting up two Centres of Excellence. He also assesses sovereign efforts to ensure governments and critical sectors are protected.
Noah Centineo explains why his He-Man film fell through, praises Nicholas Galitzine
Noah Centineo discussed losing the role of He-Man in ‘Masters of the Universe,’ which ultimately went to Nicholas Galitzine.
Concierge business owner explains services wealthy clients request
From unpacking groceries to driving a Bentley from England to Italy, a luxury concierge business owner explains what services clients request and why.
Why workflow accountability may define healthcare AI's next phase
Oracle Health chief architect Manu Agrawal explains why healthcare-specific AI must be grounded, auditable and tailored to the risk of each workflow.
Not every elite sports innovation belongs in your routine
Adam Annaccone, clinical associate professor of kinesiology, explains why not every cutting-edge athletic innovation belongs in a daily health routine
How Brookhaven National Laboratory’s CFO finances big science
Dr. Susan McKeon explains why the financial decisions behind some of the world's most ambitious scientific research requires a different type of CFO approach.
Bronze explains out-of-character contract extension
England defender Lucy Bronze says she has found a "really good role" at a club she is "comfortable" with, after signing a rare contract extension with Chelsea.
Gloria Romero explains why she should be California's next Lieutenant Governor
Gloria Romero, a former Democratic state senator turned Republican, shared her vision for education reform, combating anti-Semitism, and addressing waste and fraud as she campaigns for California lieutenant governor.
Mark Few explains evolution of Gonzaga's expectations
Coach Few talked about his early days with the Bulldogs on the eve of his Hall of Fame induction.
Killing PlayStation discs could make PS Store games cheaper, according to a former Square Enix exec
A former Square Enix business development director explains why axing PlayStation discs could make PS Store games cheaper.
Blue Jays Coaching Staff Explains Incredible Season Turanround
The coaching staff for the Toronto Blue Jays explained why the team has made such a surprising season turnaround.Don’t look now, but the Blue Jays are just 1 GB from the third and final American League Wild Card spot, which is currently held by the Detroit Tigers. Considering the team seemed completely dead in the […] The post Blue Jays Coaching Staff Explains Incredible Season Turanround appeared first on HEAVY.
Chiefs heiress Gracie Hunt reveals why she lifts heavy weights
Gracie Hunt reveals her farmer's litmus test for clean eating and explains why heavy strength training replaced marathon running in her fitness routine.
‘Big Brother’ star Chuk Anyanwu responds to Taylor trashing his game
‘Big Brother’ star Chuk Anyanwu responds to Taylor trashing his game, and explains why he thought he had the votes to stay.
Seahawks news: Insider explains Terrion Arnold's complicated suspension status
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport broke down the complicated suspension status for Seahawks CB Terrion Arnold on Friday.
Rashford, Mainoo & transfers - Carrick calls for more signings
Before his first full season as Manchester United head coach, Michael Carrick explains why the club need more players, discusses why he is in a privileged position and talks Marcus Rashford and Kobbie Mainoo.
‘X-Men 2’ star behind Lady Deathstrike has a role in ‘Marvel’s Wolverine’
‘Marvel’s Wolverine’ adds ‘X-Men 2’ star Kelly Hu as Tyger Tiger. The team explains why they didn’t cast her to reprise Lady Deathstrike.
How money actually works in American elections
The midterms are flooded with cash, but donors don’t always get what they want. A political scientist explains where the money matters most.
Paris Jackson explains why she had ‘no expectations’ when meeting mom for the first time at 15
Michael Jackson gained full custody of Paris and her brother Prince when he divorced wife Debbie Rowe in 2000.
Paris Jackson explains why she had ‘no expectations’ when meeting mom for the first time at 15
Michael Jackson’s daughter, Paris Jackson, explains why she had ‘no expectations’ when meeting her mother, Debbie Rowe, for the first time at 15 after over a decade apart.
The Politics of the Fire Service
Dennis Compton explains why maintaining close relationships with federal officials and fire service partners is critical for the fire service to sustain success in addressing ...
CNBC Sport: Pro Padel League CEO explains business of rapidly growing sport
CNBC's Alex Sherman sits down with Michael Dorfman, CEO of the Professional Padel League.