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Bonham students notch another win before National Science Bowl
Bonham MS students have had a big year, with a regional science bowl win in January and a robotics title in April. Now, they're heading to nationals.
There Is Optimism Around Micron Technology’s HBM Business, Here Is What You Should Know?
Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MU) has a five year forward EPS growth rate of approximately 130%, making it one of the best long-term tech stocks to buy according to hedge fund. Wall Street sees an upside of almost 10% as of April 27, with the stock soaring over 540% in one year. The highest analyst price […]
Dear Abby: I haven't spoken to my family in five years, my heart is broken
Dear Abby advises a reader on how to deal with the heartbreak of a broken family.
Protect patient access to life-saving drugs
By Leslie Herod Since its inception, Colorado’s Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB) created fear among patients around effects to life-saving medicines and the negative ramifications price controls have on affordability. Five years on, those fears persist. Patients and advocates continue to push for protections for those facing the very likely scenario drugs whose price is […]
Owner of Prohibition THCafé said his business has been burglarized 3 times in 2 years
Latest Attack Threatening President Trump Reflects Rising Political Violence in US
For the third time in three years, Donald Trump has come under threat by an attacker. Many facts remain unclear after a gunman stormed the Washington Hilton on April 25, 2026, during the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.As the investigation into the shooting continues, Alfonso Serrano,...
Top Michigan State commit opting for another year in juniors
One of the top commits in the Michigan State pipeline is opting to play another year in juniors.
Sinbad announces return to comedy stage 5 years after stroke: ‘I'm gonna be talking more trash than I ever talked’
Within hours, both shows scheduled at the Comedy Ice House in Pasadena, Calif., sold out.
Business leader reacts, police search for suspect after teen shot in Champaign
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Champaign Police are still investigating on Wednesday after an 18-year-old was shot outside of a grocery store Tuesday night. It happened in the Schnucks parking lot …
How Ivy Tech Indy is building community through intramural sports
The group hosted an end-of-year kickball tournament April 25.
AMC Nabs U.S. Streaming Rights to Hudson Williams’ ‘Yaga’ Series
New series to debut later this year on AMC+.
Is Caesars Entertainment (CZR) Offering A Chance After Mixed Long Term Returns?
If you are wondering whether Caesars Entertainment at around US$27.38 is a bargain or a value trap, the starting point is understanding what the current price actually reflects. The stock has returned 7.4% over the past month and 16.2% year to date, although the 1 year return is 1.2% and the 3 and 5 year returns are negative at 37.8% and 73.4% respectively, which can change how investors think about both upside potential and risk. Recent headlines have focused on Caesars Entertainment's...
Student Science Researchers Are on Point | The East Hampton Star
At East Hampton High School’s annual Science Research Symposium last Thursday, 25 seniors shared their findings from three years of scientific research under the guidance of mentors in their chosen field, while sophomores and juniors offered a glimpse of their inquiries so far.
UNM Health Sciences Library & Informatics Center Partners with Department of Neurosciences to Promote Greater Rigor and Reproducibility in Research
The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center has won a three-year $2.6 million federally funded grant intended to bolster the transparency, rigor and reproducibility of HSC research. The initiative, funded by the National Institute of...
UNM Health Sciences Library & Informatics Center Partners with Department of Neurosciences to Promote Greater Rigor and Reproducibility in Research
The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center has won a three-year $2.6 million federally funded grant intended to bolster the transparency, rigor and reproducibility of HSC research. The initiative, funded by the National Institute of...
Cardinal Health Reports Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Results and Raises Outlook
Revenue increased 11% to $60.9 billion GAAP1 operating earnings decreased 30% to $509 million; GAAP diluted EPS decreased 20% to $1.69 Non-GAAP operating earnings increased 18% to $956 million;...
Health Care Affordability in the United States, From Crisis to Action
U.S. health care costs exceed $5T yearly, driving delayed care and debt. Experts urge reforms to improve affordability, access, and health outcomes. delivery of health care; financial stress; health care costs; health policy; patient advocacy
Viewpoint: A career in science is possible, and worth it
Starting a career in science is exciting, but also demanding, with researchers often faced with intense competition, long working hours and high levels of stress. A pioneer in the field of mass spectrometry, Carol Robinson has been there. She speaks with Science|Business on the importance of creating a supportive environment, particularly for women.Robinson did not wake up one day thinking that she would become a scientist. It was only late in school that she developed an interest in chemistry. “The more you work at something, the more you think, actually, this is fascinating. So, I went much further and deeper than I ever needed to pass the exam. And then I loved it,” she says. “I thought, I’m going to give it my all. I’m going to enjoy it while I’m here. But I didn’t think this would be my career for 50 odd years.”She left school at 16 to become a lab technician with the drug company Pfizer, which is where she first worked with mass spectrometry. Fascinated, she was encouraged to take a part-time degree and then a PhD. She went on to do pioneering work in native mass spectrometry, a technique that is used to study protein structures in their natural state, paving the way for breakthroughs in drug discovery. She also broke new ground by becoming the first female professor of chemistry at the University of Cambridge, and then the first female professor of chemistry at the University of Oxford, her current home.She now wants to show young researchers that a career in science is worth it. “Sometimes, I believe the culture isn’t very encouraging, and that’s something I have worked on,” Robinson says.In 2021, she launched the Kavli Institute for Nanoscience Discovery at Oxford, whose acronym gives a sense of what she hopes it will achieve. “Maybe it is corny,” she says. “It’s just a reminder that I would like it if we could all be kind to each other and supportive, especially for early-career researchers of either gender, because there’s quite a big attrition rate in science, and maybe it just doesn’t feel like a very friendly place to work.”And yet, a career in science comes with a lot of flexibility. “There are few careers where you have that amount of freedom, to go to conferences, to the library. Just because you didn’t see me didn’t mean I wasn’t working,” she says. “And I’m excited to come in every day. So, I don’t want people to think it’s a terrible place.”Gender equality is also important when it comes to the quality of science as a career. “The more women we have, the better it becomes,” Robinson adds.Imposter syndromeAccording to EU data, women outnumber men in university education but account for just about a third of graduates in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (Stem). And while the number of women working as scientists and engineers in the 27-member bloc is on the rise, their representation remains below that of men, at 41%. This discrepancy is even more pronounced in top-tier functions across these fields, where women fill just 20% of positions.Having supervised many young scientists, Robinson sees that women continue to have a greater propensity than men to doubt their abilities, a feeling she once shared. “When I was doing my PhD at the University at Cambridge, I really felt like an imposter,” she says. “I don’t think I ever felt I deserved to be there or owned it and was proud. I just thought I was lucky.” Later on, she adds, “I was always that person who said, I can’t apply yet because my CV is not strong enough.”She has now made it her job to encourage women to break with this imposter syndrome. For example, rather than calling for volunteers to give a lecture in the groups that she mentors or teaches, which nearly always results in men stepping forward, she goes straight to the women, “because I know they won’t push themselves forward.”But the gender gap in science is not just down to imposter syndrome. The “obvious” reason, Robinson says, and the reason that is on everybody’s mind when discussing workplace gender equality, is the balance between work and raising a family. Her own path was to choose between the two, taking an eight-year break after completing a postdoctoral training fellowship to bring up three children. And she continues to advise women not to work part-time while they raise a family. “You’ll just get half the pay and continue to work full-time because you are not able to fit everything in,” she says. “You should be able to have a family and come back to have the career that you want.”The solution is for men to also take career breaks. “That kind of evens it up, so that it’s not such a big thing for women,” Robinson says. “I always encourage men in my groups to do that. I think it’s important to take your share of the duties.”Support produces resultsAccording to the Women in Stem Network, a UK advocacy group, countries with strong childcare systems and equal pay policies retain more women in technical careers. In Europe, these are primarily found in the Nordic region and parts of central Europe.At the EU level, the European Commission asks all Horizon Europe applicant organisations to have a gender action plan in place. Since this criterion was introduced in 2021, the share of women leading consortia has increased to 31%, against 23% in Horizon 2020. Their overall participation, however, has risen just 1%, to 38%. After trying to weaken the requirement for gender action plans in 2025, the Commission now intends to adopt a plan for supporting women in research and innovation.Related articlesCommission scraps plan to water down gender requirements in HorizonHow gender balance can swing who wins Horizon Europe fundingRobinson herself has benefited from three Advanced Grants from the European Research Council. “I was extremely honoured and privileged to get those, because they really allowed me to fuel my passion,” she says. “Without that, it would have been a much harder slog.”Beyond applying gender rules, she says that more work is needed on translational enterprise, where women are, once again, largely underrepresented. The European Patent Office found that only 13.8% of applications were filed by women in 2022. “We have so many more women doing amazing science; why do they feel it’s not a thing to have a company?” she asks.She founded her own spin-out company, OMass Technologies, in 2016, and remains chair of its scientific advisory board now that it trades as OMass Therapeutics. As for research, Robinson is now studying how changes in the brain may be linked to depression, using port-mortem tissue. “We’re hoping to publish soon,” she says. “We had to consult with a lot of people who knew a lot more about the brain than we did. So, we’ve learnt a lot, and that’s always a lot of fun to learn a new thing. That’s what keeps you going.”
2026 Kentucky Derby picks, odds, predictions, favorites: Best bets by expert who had $1,045 win last year
Gene Menez revealed his Kentucky Derby 2026 picks for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 2 at Churchill Downs
Mamdani: City Hall volunteers will be independent in outreach about RBG hearings
Last year, only 400 New Yorkers gave public testimony for a decision impacting more than 2 million New Yorkers.
Strip casino giant posts steady revenue but lower earnings in Las Vegas
Net revenues were essentially flat and adjusted earnings were down to start the year for the Strip’s largest casino operator.
Takeaways from the Supreme Court’s historic Voting Rights Act opinion and what’s next
The Supreme Court kicked yet another leg out from under the Voting Rights Act on Wednesday, the landmark 1965 civil rights law that Chief Justice John Roberts’ court has repeatedly undermined over the years.
Kacey Musgraves and Miranda Lambert once had ‘grass-fed, grade A’ beef. Now, they’re releasing a song together.
So, how did the Musgraves and Lambert feud start, and what prompted them to make up after all these years? Ahead of the “Horses and Divorces” release, Yahoo is taking a closer look at their years of b...
Report: LIV Golf to notify players that Saudi funding is officially coming to an end
LIV will reportedly notify its players on Thursday that the Saudi Public Investment Fund, which has poured billions into the tour over its four-plus years of existence, will end its funding as of the end of this season.
Utica's Independence Day Celebration Moves to Harbor Point This Year
The City of Utica is getting ready for its Independence Day celebration with a big change in location.
Simone Biles on mental health advocacy: "We're making progress, we're making change"
The 11-time Olympic medallist on how she sees mental health in sports five years after her conversation-sparking Olympics at Tokyo 2020.
Supreme Court ruling will reshape American politics. The only question is when
The U.S. Supreme Court's conservative majority on Wednesday handed Republicans their biggest victory yet in the perpetual battle to control the House of Representatives and statehouses across the country — but it may have come too late to have much of an effect on this year's midterm elections.
Microsoft tops Q3 estimates, says AI business up 123% year over year
Microsoft reported its third quarter earnings after the bell Wednesday.
Black business honored with historical marker
A historical marker is unveiled at the HJ Russel Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs building where prominent African American construction businessman, HJ Russell started his business 75 years ago. The community gathers to honor what the family has done for Atlanta.
FCC orders ABC stations, including Houston’s KTRK, to re-apply for broadcast license amid political squabble
The Federal Communications Commission ordered KTRK and seven other television stations owned by Disney to file for renewing its license by May 28 — years earlier than anticipated.
A. Duda and Sons marks 100 years of success
A. Duda and Sons celebrates 100 years! Discover how this Seminole County celery farm grew into an international produce giant.
Supreme Court ruling not expected to affect House maps this year: experts
Supreme Court overturning Louisiana's congressional map shouldn't mean redrawing maps in other states this year because primaries have already passed.
Florida legislature approves new congressional map intended to boost Republicans in midterms
The Florida Legislature approved a new congressional map intended to maximize Republicans’ advantage in the state as part of the national redistricting battle that President Donald Trump launched ahead of this year’s midterms.
2026 Kentucky Derby picks, odds, predictions, favorites: Best bets from expert who had $1,045 win last year
Gene Menez revealed his Kentucky Derby 2026 picks for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 2 at Churchill Downs
Kirkwood to launch Business Analytics Technician program in fall 2026
Kirkwood Community College will introduce a new Business Analytics Technician program beginning in the fall 2026 semester, the college announced Wednesday, April 29. The online, two-year program prepares students for careers in data analysis and business intelligence. According to Lightcast labor market data, demand for business analytics technicians — classified as a subset of data […]
Apple Has Likely Abandoned 'iPad Ultra' Plans
Apple has reportedly abandoned plans for a foldable "iPad Ultra" following years of disappointing sales performance for the iPad Pro. The claim predominantly comes from the Weibo leaker known as "Instant Digital," who posted the remark in response to a question about whether the iPad would join a rumored "Ultra" series of Apple devices.
Comey appears in court in Trump threat case that's likely to pose a challenge for Justice Department
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — Former FBI Director James Comey appeared in court on Wednesday, kick-starting a criminal case against him that legal experts say presents significant hurdles for the prosecution and will likely be a challenge for the Justice Department to win. Comey was indicted in North Carolina on Tuesday on charges of making threats against President Donald Trump related to a photograph he posted on social media last year of seashells arranged in the
SIFF 2026: What to see and expect at this year’s festival
The 52nd annual festival, though smaller in scale than previous years, still has everything from up-to-the-minute documentaries to restored classics.
Key Business Trends for US Contractors in 2026: Navigating Uncertainty in This Year and Beyond
Contractors are under pressure from every direction. Softening demand, rising competition, workforce shortages, and policy uncertainty are all hitting at once. Our latest SmartMarket Brief with CMiC documents how 262 US contractors are responding, and what separates those holding their ground from those falling behind.
A Scientist Says Humans Will Go Backwards in Time Within Just 3 Years
Computer scientist and futurist Ray Kurzweil believes humanity will achieve “longevity escape velocity” in just three years.
Can NASA and SpaceX really build a moon base in the next 10 years?
Experts say building a lunar colony within the next decade, as NASA and Elon Musk want to, will require finding solutions to problems we don't yet fully understand.
Dollywood surprises on this year’s 10BEST lists for theme parks
Dollywood is No. 1 to us, but where does it rank among other top theme parks in the country? The answer in one category for 2026 is rather shocking.
Silver Dollar City named Best Theme Park for 4th year in a row
USA TODAY readers have voted Silver Dollar City as the nation's best theme park once again. Its Time Traveler roller coaster also moved up the list.
Oregon State NIL Collective Dam Nation Sues Blueprint Sports
Dam Nation accuses Blueprint Sports of defaulting on a purchase agreement after OSU preempted its partnership with the NIL consulting firm last year.
AHA and West Health launch national accelerator to scale technology-enabled patient care solutions
The AHA and the West Health Institute April 29 announced a new three-year initiative to help hospitals and health systems operationalize and scale proven technologies across care environments to improve patient outcomes and support care teams.
Lawmakers urged by AHA to support key health initiatives in FY 2027 appropriations bill
The AHA April 29 urged House and Senate appropriations committee leaders to fund health care programs that have been successful in improving access to care for patients and communities nationwide, as the committee begins drafting the fiscal year 2027 appropriations bills. The AHA encouraged Congress to support various programs focusing on the health care workforce, maternal and child health, rural health, disaster preparedness, medical research and behavioral health. Additionally, the AHA urged legislators to include specific bill language that would bar the use of funds for the implementation of a 340B Rebate Model Program at the Department of Health and Human Services.
HACC reverses course, will continue sports programs for next school year
HACC has reversed course on previously announced sports cutbacks, restoring several programs through the next academic year. On Wednesday, the Harrisburg-based community college stated that it will continue men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s soccer and women’s volleyball through the 2026-27 school year. Last week, HACC stated that it […]
Northwood University Celebrates 2026 Class of Outstanding Business Leaders
Gala honors achievement, raises scholarship funds, and inspires students to pursue lives of meaning, leadership, and earned success Northwood University celebrated five honorees whose vision and leadership have transformed industries and communities on Saturday, April 18, during the 46th Outstanding Business Leader Awards Gala at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. The gala brought together honorees, alumni, students, donors, and university leaders for a signature event rooted in Northwood’s mission to develop free-enterprise leaders who drive global economic and social progress. This year’s honorees represented an array of industries, including entertainment, entrepreneurship, construction, manufacturing, motorsports, and automotive retail. “Outstanding Business Leader Awards is one of the most meaningful traditions at Northwood University,” said Dr. Kent MacDonald. “It gives our students the opportunity to learn directly from leaders who have built exceptional careers through vision, perseverance, personal responsibility, and service to others. What makes these honorees special is that their impact reaches far beyond business success. They create jobs, strengthen communities, open doors for others, and lead with purpose. They remind our students that free enterprise, when guided by character and integrity, can be a powerful force for good.” Since 1981, the Outstanding Business Leader Awards have recognized exceptional business leadership while supporting student opportunity through the Outstanding Business Leader Endowed Scholarship Fund. Prior to the gala, honorees met with Northwood students during a roundtable conversation designed to give students direct access to first-hand mentorship and career insight. The student-centered experience continued that evening, as each honoree was formally introduced by a Northwood student selected through a competitive process that drew more than 50 applicants this year. The experience reflects Northwood’s emphasis on learning through experience and providing students with meaningful opportunities to build confidence, connections, and professional momentum before graduation. The following honorees and presenters were featured at this year’s Outstanding Business Leader Awards Gala: Paul A. Glantz, chairman and CEO, EH Real Estate LLC; chairman emeritus, Emagine Entertainment Inc., was introduced by Kennedy Williams, a marketing communications and automotive aftermarket management student from Farmington Hills, Michigan. They are pictured with Gala Emcee Steve Madincea (far left) and Northwood University President Kent MacDonald. Jennifer Tenaglia Panning ’92, president, Artisan Tile Inc., was introduced by Karley Baker, a finance and marketing student from Washington Township who is enrolled in Northwood’s four-year bachelor/MBA track. Danny Sullivan, 1985 Indianapolis 500 champion, 1988 IndyCar World champion, and 1994 Rolex 24 at Daytona champion, was introduced by Max Hart, an automotive marketing and management student from Cheboygan, Michigan. Reagan Cordes, a sales management student from Davison, Michigan, is pictured introducing Linzie Venegas, chief operating officer of Ideal Group, who was unable to attend the gala. Larry Zinn, executive general manager of Warren Henry Auto Group and a 2008 Northwood alumnus, was honored to accept the Outstanding Business Leader Award on behalf of his father, Warren Henry Zinn ‘77, who was unable to attend Saturday’s gala. Larry Zinn was introduced by Bella Smylie, a data analytics student from Clare, Michigan. “This gala is about more than recognizing business excellence; it’s also about investing in students and reinforcing the relationships that make Northwood special,” said Advancement Vice President Murray Kyte. “We celebrate leaders whose lives reflect The Northwood Idea while raising scholarship funds to invest in students whose ambition, character, and entrepreneurial spirit reflect the values Northwood seeks to advance.” “During my time at Northwood, I’ve been fortunate to experience things I never could have imagined,” said Baker, who added she was honored to form a meaningful connection with her Outstanding Business Leader honoree. “…Northwood builds a network that stretches far beyond these walls, one shaped by shared values, a belief in free enterprise, and a conviction that business, done right, can change lives.” To learn more about this year’s honorees and gala sponsors, visit the Outstanding Business Leaders Awards webpage at www.northwood.edu/advancement/signature-events/outstanding-business-leader-awards/. Share this page
Augusta Days reveals entertainment lineup for next month’s event
AUGUSTA, Ark. — Augusta Days has announced its entertainment lineup for this year’s event, which is scheduled for Friday, May 22, and Saturday, May 23, in downtown Augusta. There will be a free street dance on Friday, May 22, with the Beale Street All Stars. It will begin at 8 p.m. Saturday’s lineup will include […]
Political parties in Texas choose how to run their primaries. Here’s how that causes headaches for voters.
Even after this year’s chaos, lawmakers are unlikely to curb parties’ sway over primary elections.
CBC's Barb Williams to Keynote THR Women in Entertainment Canada
The veteran broadcast exec wrapped a 40-year career by retiring from the CBC, the country’s public broadcaster.
Longtime sports anchor Pete Gilbert named WBAL-TV 11 Sports Director
WBAL-TV 11 today announced that longtime sports anchor Pete Gilbert has been named Sports Director, succeeding Gerry Sandusky, who retired after an extraordinary 37-year career with the station.
Watch live: King Charles at 9/11 Memorial ceremony, trade and business event, and more
King Charles and Queen Camilla are spending the third day of their historic state visit celebrating 250 years of American independence in New York City, where they will meet with President Trump and...
Popular Milwaukee restaurant closes after 17 years in business
Centro Cafe in Milwaukee’s Riverwest closes, no reason given
Spring Sports Wrapped
As classes come to an end, Villanova Athletics wraps up their spring season. Here are some of each team’s highlights from the 2026 spring season. Basketball This spring, men’s basketball returned to the NCAA tournament for the first time in four years. The team traveled to San Diego, CA, facing Utah State in the first...
Alphabet earnings are just around the corner. These are the key numbers for Google.
For the first quarter, Alphabet is expected to generate $76 billion of revenue from Google Ads, a 13.6% increase relative to a year before. In a note earlier this month, Bank of America analyst Justin Post wrote that AI allows for better targeting and query interpretation. Google's AI Max product,
Amid financial struggles, COSI reaches beyond its walls
COSI is kicking off a 20-city, two-year program that will bring hands-on learning to students across the country.
Report: iPhone Memory Costs Set to Quadruple by 2027
Memory could account for as much as 45 percent of an iPhone's component costs by 2027, up from around 10 percent today, according to a JPMorgan analysis cited by the Financial Times ($). Apple buys memory for roughly 250 million iPhones a year and has historically been one of the largest customers in the category. But Apple has reportedly now gone from a position where it could set terms to one where it now has to compete with rivals for supply.
Get down with KC and the Sunshine Band at Bally's
Harry Wayne Casey has been performing as a musician for more than 50 years, and he has no plans to stop “anytime soon. I’m in it for the long run.”
The 20 Netflix Is a Joke shows we're most excited for this year
The 20 Netflix Is a Joke shows we're most excited to see this year, from Ralph Barbosa to Seinfeld to Atsuko Okatsuka and Flight of the Conchords.
In ‘the Year of the Bible,’ Evangelicals Debate Politics, Civil Disobedience
CT emphasized diverse views in ongoing discussions in 1983.
German cabinet approves health insurance reform to curb costs
Germany's cabinet approved a draft bill to reform the statutory health insurance system on Wednesday, aiming to save 16.3 billion euros ($19.08 billion) next year amid mounting costs.
As South Carolina sees measles outbreak in the rearview, some lessons learned
It was the worst measles outbreak in the U.S. in 35 years, but South Carolina’s seven-month ordeal is over. The state learned some things that worked — and at least
Comey and Kimmel cases drive home Trump’s dim view of foes’ free speech
Three weeks into President Donald Trump’s second term last year, Vice President JD Vance infamously lectured Europe about its free speech abuses. He also made a promise.
High school baseball notebook: A year after winning WPIAL and PIAA titles, Indiana believes it can do it again
Indiana achieved all of its goals last season. Section championship? Check. WPIAL championship? Check. PIAA championship? Check. A season later, coach...
Finland’s Kone to buy German rival TK Elevator in blockbuster $34.4 billion deal
The combination would create the world’s largest elevator maker and marks one of Europe's biggest takeovers in recent years.
A City Hall Reporter Reveals Where the Scoops Come From
Sally Goldenberg covers New York City politics and government for The Times, attending to a network of sources more than 20 years in the making.
A Look At Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) Valuation After Recent Share Price Volatility
Context for Flutter Entertainment stock after recent moves Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) has been on many investors’ radars after recent share price volatility, with the stock showing a gain over the past month but a decline across the past 3 months. At a last close of US$109.09 and a market value near US$19.3b, the company sits at an interesting point for readers comparing shorter term performance with longer term total returns, which currently reflect multi year pressure. See our latest...
Sacramento County names Dr. Phuong Luu as new health officer
Luu has 10 years of experience in the public health field. For the past six years, she has served as the health officer for both Yuba and Sutter counties, guiding both counties through the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Blazers have their most promising outlook in years... as long as their new owner is willing to pay for it
After being eliminated by the Spurs on Tuesday, Portland faces a series of questions and Tom Dundon holds the key
KPMG exits US federal audit business after losing Pentagon contract, FT reports
Big Four firm KPMG is shutting its federal government audit business and will redeploy more than 450 U.S. staff after losing a $60 million-a-year contract with the Pentagon, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday, citing sources.
Business briefs, April 29
Ventas expects 2026 senior living investments will total $3B by year’s end … RFK Jr.’s recent comments on paid family caregivers ‘deeply concerning,’ advocates say … DHS interim final rule codifying immigration fees goes into effect May 29 … Assisted living provider groups back new HCBS quality measures, with caveats … Fitch rates Lebanon Valley Brethren Home at BBB
Scientists push back against stricter European Research Council grant application rules
In an open letter, scientists call the ERC’s suggestion to block grant reapplications for an additional year “at odds with scientific excellence.”…
Incumbent Democrat resigns, leaving a vacancy in one of the Triangle's most competitive NC Senate districts
Democratic N.C. Sen. Terence Everitt announced Tuesday night that he's resigning his seat and dropping out of one of this year's most hotly contested legislative races.
6 things the hospital-at-home model needs to scale up nationally
Earlier this year Congress extended CMS’s hospital-at-home waiver for five years via the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026. With that bold stroke, ‘HaH’ services became eligible for Medicare reimbursement through September of 2030.
Springfield awards accounting firm small business improvement grant
413 Multi Service has been operating in Indian Orchard for 13 years.
Google Tensor G6 Chip Likely To Launch With An Ancient GPU That Debuted Around 5 Years Back
Google's penchant for hobbling its mobile SoCs continues with the Tensor G6 chip, which is likely to sport a GPU that launched back in 2021!
‘Still a family business’
NEW ULM – For over 10 years, Lakes on 1st has been owned and operated by the Bode family. Starting Friday, the Bode clan will continue to work at the restaurant, but with a new owner, Brandon Roiger. “It’s a little bittersweet, but it is a good feeling too,” said Mike Bode, the founder and […]
A one-in-a-million supernova seen five times could reveal the Universe’s true speed
A spectacular cosmic event nicknamed “SN Winny” could help solve one of astronomy’s biggest mysteries: how fast the universe is expanding. This rare superluminous supernova, located 10 billion light-years away, appears five times in the sky thanks to gravitational lensing, creating a dazzling “cosmic fireworks” effect. By measuring the slight delays between each appearance—caused by light taking different paths around two foreground galaxies—scientists can directly calculate the universe’s expansion rate.
50-foot ancient snake discovered in India may be one of the largest ever
A massive prehistoric snake discovered in India may rank among the largest ever to slither across Earth. Named Vasuki indicus, this ancient giant lived around 47 million years ago and is estimated to have stretched an astonishing 11 to 15 meters long—rivaling the legendary Titanoboa. Fossilized vertebrae unearthed from a lignite mine in Gujarat reveal a thick-bodied, powerful snake likely built for slow, stealthy ambush attacks, similar to modern anacondas.
Scientists just found the Milky Way’s edge and it’s closer than expected
Scientists have uncovered the true boundary of the Milky Way’s star-forming region using stellar “age mapping.” They found a telltale U-shaped pattern showing that star formation drops sharply around 35,000–40,000 light-years from the center. Beyond that, stars are mostly migrants, slowly drifting outward rather than forming in place. The discovery gives a long-sought answer to where our galaxy’s stellar nursery really ends.
Australia becomes the 30th country to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem
The World Health Organization (WHO) has validated Australia for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem, marking a significant milestone in the health of indigenous peoples and in global efforts to combat neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). Trachoma, the world’s leading infectious cause of blindness, no longer represents a public health problem in the country.Australia is among a growing number of countries that have successfully eliminated trachoma, contributing to global progress towards the targets set out in the WHO road map for NTDs 2021–2030.Trachoma is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis and spreads through close contact with infected individuals, contaminated surfaces, and flies that carry eye and nose discharge. Repeated infections can lead to scarring of the eyelids, turning eyelashes inward, and ultimately causing blindness if untreated.“WHO congratulates Australia on this important achievement,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. “This success reflects sustained commitment, strong partnerships, and a focus on reaching populations most affected by health inequities. It brings us closer to a world free from the suffering caused by trachoma.”Australia’s journey to eliminationAustralia’s achievement reflects decades of targeted public health action, particularly in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, where trachoma persisted despite its earlier disappearance from the rest of the country.National efforts intensified with the establishment of the National Trachoma Management Programme in 2006, which implemented the WHO-recommended SAFE strategy: surgery for trichiasis, antibiotics to treat infection, promotion of facial cleanliness, and environmental improvement. Regular screening of all communities classified as at-risk of trachoma by teams of qualified health workers formed an important part of the Programme. Interventions were delivered through coordinated partnerships between federal and state governments, Aboriginal community-controlled health services, and local communities.Over time, sustained screening, treatment, and prevention activities, including improvements in housing, water, sanitation and hygiene, led to a steady decline in trachoma prevalence. Australia’s approach included adaptations to reflect its context, such as targeted treatment based on community-level data rather than mass drug administration, and strong integration with environmental health programmes.“Elimination of trachoma is a win for the eye health of communities across Australia, particularly those whose lives have been impacted by a disease that is entirely preventable,” said Mark Butler, Minister for Health and Ageing, Australia. “This major milestone is thanks to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership, community commitment and sustained investment over many decades.“The lessons from this work will inform how we approach other preventable health conditions in remote and regional Australia. Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations and local health workers have been central to this success, delivering culturally safe care and community-led solutions.”“This recognition from the World Health Organization reflects decades of work led by Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations, alongside local health workers in remote First Nations communities,” said Malarndirri McCarthy, Minister for Indigenous Australians. “Their work has been critical to eliminating trachoma as a public health problem in Australia.”Advancing global efforts against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs)Trachoma is one of 21 diseases and disease groups that are regarded by WHO as NTDs. Together, NTDs affect more than 1 billion people worldwide, primarily in underserved populations with limited access to essential services such as clean water, sanitation, and health care.Australia’s elimination of trachoma as a public health problem highlights the importance of sustained political commitment and cross-sectoral collaboration in addressing the underlying determinants of health. It also underscores the feasibility of eliminating trachoma even in geographically challenging settings.In addition to trachoma, Australia has several endemic NTDs, including Buruli ulcer, leprosy and scabies. Validation of elimination of trachoma as a public health problem marks the first time that WHO has confirmed the elimination of an NTD in Australia, which becomes the 63rd country globally and 16th in the Western Pacific Region to have eliminated at least one NTD.“Tackling neglected tropical diseases in the Western Pacific Region has long been a challenge for countries across the socioeconomic spectrum, given the complexities in reaching the most vulnerable communities, including in remote areas,” said Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific. “As a doctor from Tonga, I’ve experienced these challenges for myself. But I also know that with strategic commitment underpinned by optimal resources and partnerships in health, success is possible as other countries in our region have also demonstrated. I commend Australia on eliminating trachoma as a public health problem and urge all involved to remain vigilant to ensure this status is maintained.”WHO continues to support countries working to eliminate trachoma and other NTDs, ensuring that progress reaches those most in need and that gains are sustained through strong surveillance, appropriately integrated into national health systems, and mainstreamed within the wider health sector and beyond.Editor’s notesNeglected tropical diseases and trachoma elimination effortsNeglected tropical diseases are associated with devastating health, social and economic consequences. Their burden is mainly felt among impoverished communities in tropical areas.Public health targets for the control, elimination and eradication of these conditions were set in the road map for neglected tropical diseases 2021–2030 (https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240010352).In 1996, WHO launched the WHO Alliance for the Global Elimination of Trachoma by 2020 (GET2020), creating a network of governments, non-governmental organizations and academic institutions dedicated to the fight against trachoma. WHO continues to support endemic countries to accelerate progress towards the global target of eliminating trachoma as a public health problem worldwide; 2030 is the new target date.Elimination of trachoma as a public health problem is defined as: (i) a prevalence of trachomatous trichiasis (TT) “unknown to the health system” of < 0.2% in ≥15-year-olds; and (ii) a prevalence of trachomatous inflammation—follicular (TF) in children aged 1–9 years of < 5%, in each formerly endemic district, plus (iii) the existence of a system to identify and manage incident cases of TT.Other countries validated by WHO as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem are: Algeria, Benin, Burundi, Cambodia, China, Egypt, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, India, Iraq, Islamic Republic of Iran, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Libya, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Togo, Vanuatu and Viet Nam.
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