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I’m skeptical, but that’s certainly the impression being given by a group of longtime community activists waging a high-profile battle against City Hall.
NC raids rural health fund for children’s hospital, setting up debate over future healthcare dollars
A new state budget deal to boost funding for a children’s hospital in Apex will siphon money from a rural health initiative that was supposed to build rural health centers, including in Wilson, but which has stalled for several years.
Louisiana Senate passes new congressional map amid controversial redistricting push
The map, which has provoked intense debates over race and partisanship, now heads to the House.
Ford stock pops nearly 20% in two days as investors bet on AI adjacent energy storage business
Ford stock surged on Wednesday after Morgan Stanley said its new energy business could be a winner for the automaker, citing the automaker's significant competitive advantage in battery tech.
CA governor candidates to face off in what may be last debate before June primary
Steyer’s billions, Hilton’s Trump endorsement, and Becerra’s baggage are all in play — but one new development could dominate the night.
Scientists Discover “Hidden” Materials That Could Transform Clean Energy and Batteries
Researchers have uncovered a hidden side of material formation by tracking what happens as specially designed molecules are heated.
Community Celebrations During Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global
Pokémon GO’s 10th anniversary brings with it the debut of the Genetic Pokémon, Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y, in Super Mega Raid Battles. Trainers will need as many fellow Trainers as possible to successfully face these powerful Raid Bosses. To celebrate 10 years of Pokémon GO, for the first time, Pokémon GO Fest […]
Pair Of Aggie Receivers Named Among Nation’s Top Returners By Hero Sports
Hero Sports has named a pair of UC Davis football wide outs to its top 25 list of returning Football Championship Subdivision wide receivers with Samuel Gbatu, Jr., being named the third-best returning receiver and Stacy Dobbins being tagged as the nation's 18th-best returning wide receiver, giving the Aggies a pair of nationally ranked offensive threats heading into the 2026 season. The Aggies are just one of three programs to have more than one member named to the list and they are one of four Big Sky teams to have at least one receiver named to the top 25.
WATCH LIVE: Vance speaks about efforts to combat fraud in Bangor, Maine
Thursday Morning Links
Morning, all! Adam and I were at the game last night, though Adam left in the sixth and missed the theatrics. That was something. Chris Martin made a rehab appearance for Round Rock on Tuesday and batters teed off on his splitter. Martin doesn’t know if it’s a mechanical issue or execution and described the […]
Xbox Elite Controller 3 Leaked, Includes Removable Battery And Extra Buttons
The controller also appears to include new scroll wheels.
Red Sox Pitchers Silencing Phillies' Phenomenal Offense
Boston's arms have gotten the better of Philadelphia's bats this week.
Twins with Batten disease benefit from UNC Health drug trial
Therapy designed to mask the girls’ affected genes helps Amelia and Makenzie Kahn deal with the rare neurological condition.
Relic Entertainment Launches <em>Company of Heroes 3: Dare & Destroy</em> Battlegroup DLC
'Dare & Destroy' Battlegroup DLC now launched on Steam, each faction gets one.
TRACY McGRADY’S ONES BASKETBALL LEAGUE JOINS FUBO SPORTS NETWORK PROGRAMMING LINEUP IN FIRST STREAMING AGREEMENT
“OBL: Battle of The Cities” one-on-one competition to stream summer season from Orlando, Florida starting on Friday, May 15 NEW YORK – MAY 14, 2026 – Tracy McGrady’s Ones Basketball League and FuboTV Inc. (NYSE: FUBO) today announced an agreement to stream this summer’s “OBL:
GOP candidates for governor align on energy, housing — and against Bobby Charles
All seven Republican gubernatorial candidates shared a stage for the first time in a televised debate ahead of the June 9 primary election.
America's productivity boom may have an unlikely hero: WFH
America has been experiencing a productivity boom for the past five years, and economists are debating what's driving it.
Gotta catch an MP! Players ‘debate’ UK politicians in Pokémon-style game
Creator of Politidex hopes free online app will help humanise politics and act as a way of ‘flipping the narrative’
UNC System Turns Attention to Math Instruction After ‘Science of Reading’ Battle
It took years for UNC system’s educator programs to adopt the method of teaching literacy. Now they’re looking at math “proactively.”
Seven years after Biden predicted a GOP ‘epiphany’ over Trump, Democrats are moving on
After they bought into a prophecy that failed to materialize, Democratic voters are now demanding less compromise and more combat against the GOP as they lose hope for a gentler politics.
Philippine politician wanted by ICC flees Senate
Senate president says Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa 'no longer in the building' where he had taken refuge.
Winston-Salem lawn care business owner combats rising gas prices
A Winston-Salem lawn care company owner shares how surging gas prices are affecting his business, leading to fewer customers and higher operating costs.
Ford Takes On Elon Musk's Tesla Energy Business With New Battery Storage Push
Ford Motor Co. has unveiled a new, wholly owned subsidiary, Ford Energy, aimed at manufacturing Energy Storage systems at its Kentucky facility, targeting the manufacturing of deployments worth 20GWh annually. Ford Energy To Commence Deliveries In 2027 The company will...
Mets’ Brett Baty loses challenge in ABS umpire controversy
Brett Baty was involved in a puzzling moment for the Mets on Wednesday night as he charged with a phantom ABS challenge.
Miami-Dade commissioners discuss long-delayed mental health facility, but still not on agenda for a vote
More than two decades after voters approved funding for a mental health facility, Miami-Dade County leaders are still debating when — or how — it will finally open.
Cavaliers vs. Pistons score, live updates, how to watch Game 5: Cade Cunningham, Donovan Mitchell battle for series lead in Detroit
House launches bipartisan push to combat sexual misconduct in Congress
House Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are announcing a task force “to make Congress a safer work environment” following several high-profile cases.
Redistricting raises the stakes in battles for statehouse control: From the Politics Desk
Plus, what to expect from Trump’s summit with Xi.
Ford stock surges 13% on investor optimism for new energy storage business
Investor support for Ford Motor's energy storage business sent its stock soaring 13% Wednesday, the biggest single-day increase in about six years, following a note from Morgan Stanley highlighting details released by the company on Monday. Ford announced its wholly-owned energy subsidiary late last year, and it is being directed by Lisa Drake, who has been a key leader in the company's efforts around electric vehicles. • After a $19.5 billion writedown on its EV programs in December, Ford announced it would launch an energy storage business, utilizing plant space in Kentucky that was previously meant to produce batteries for electric vehicles.
British scientists among winners of top Spanish award
British chemists David Klenerman and Shankar Balasubramanian joined French biophysicist Pascal Mayer in winning Spain's top science award on Wednesday for DNA sequencing research that helped combat coronavirus.
How FMOL Health has positioned Baton Rouge at the forefront of sepsis diagnostics
FMOL Health has become the first health system in the world to deploy a breakthrough sepsis diagnostic technology across its entire network of hospitals. Executives say the Baton Rouge-developed i… Already an INSIDER? Sign in. Already an INSIDER? Sign in
Kohli hits unbeaten century as RCB move top
Virat Kohli hit a brilliant unbeaten 105 as Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Kolkata Knight Riders by six wickets to move top of the Indian Premier League table. Opening the batting, the 37-year-old struck 11 fours and three sixes in his 60-ball innings as RCB chased down their target of 193 with five balls to spare. Kohli, who was dismissed for ducks in his two previous innings but is still averaging over 50 for the fourth consecutive year, lost opening partner Jacob Bethell for 15 when he was caught and bowled by Kartik Tyagi.
Trump admin places moratorium on new hospice home health
The Trump administration is placing a moratorium on new Medicare enrollments from home health care and hospice providers as part of efforts to combat alleged fraud in the system.
Ford Stock Surges on Support for Energy Storage Business
Ford Motor’s stock soared Wednesday as Wall Street cheered the automaker’s increased focus on using batteries once meant for electric vehicles as stationary energy storage systems. Shares were up 14% in afternoon trading, putting the stock on pace for its biggest one-day gain since March 2020. Morg
Hospitals are silencing doctors online, and it’s fueling the health misinformation crisis
Hospitals and health systems need to loosen the reins and let physicians combat social media misinformation, writes Adam Goodcoff.
Ford stock surges as Morgan Stanley gets bullish on energy storage business
Ford shares surged on Wednesday after Morgan Stanley said Ford's new energy business could be a winner for the automaker, based on a big competitive advantage it has with battery tech.
Attorney General threatens 8 New Orleans leaders with removal from office in court clerk battle
The AG warned Mayor Helena Moreno, District Attorney Jason Williams and five City Council members they were at risk of violating state "usurper" statutes.
Demi Moore on AI in Entertainment: ‘Really Isn’t Anything To Fear’
The debate over artificial intelligence in Hollywood is not slowing down anytime soon, and Demi Moore is now adding her voice to the conversation. Speaking during the opening days of the 2026 Cannes F...
Trump administration pauses new hospice and home health providers’ enrollment in Medicare
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced Wednesday that it is placing a six-month moratorium on new enrollment of health providers in Medicare — its latest effort to combat what it says is widespread fraud among hospice and home health providers.
Trump administration pauses new hospice and home health providers’ enrollment in Medicare
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced Wednesday that it is placing a six-month moratorium on new enrollment of health providers in Medicare — its latest effort to combat what it says is widespread fraud among hospice and home health providers.
Dish Soap and Flip-Flops Turn Political in Polarized Brazil
Five months before a presidential election, Brazil’s most heated political debate is a fight over dish soap.
What's in the billion dollar paragraph behind the White House ballroom debate
The $1 billion request is tied directly to the transformation of the East Wing into a massive ballroom, though limited to “security”-related needs. Here's what we know.
At Cannes 2026, Gaza Becomes a Political Flashpoint
The event’s leaders immediately jumped into the debate over whether festival participants should speak out on issues like Israel and Gaza.
Scientists and Virginia aquaculture industry unite to prepare for ocean acidification
Research by William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS is bringing together scientists, shellfish farmers and community planners to prepare for environmental challenges related to ocean and coastal acidification in the Chesapeake Bay.
What Lil Nas X has to do with a debate over CA mental health law
Supporters of a California mental health law are pointing to singer Lil Nas X as an example of someone who benefited from treatment rather than incarceration.
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Halley’s comet may be named after the wrong person
A medieval monk may have beaten Edmond Halley to one of astronomy’s greatest discoveries by nearly 700 years. Researchers say Eilmer of Malmesbury recognized that the blazing comet seen in 1066 was the same one he had witnessed in 989. At the time, comets were viewed as terrifying omens tied to war and royal deaths, adding even more drama to the famous celestial event shown in the Bayeux Tapestry. The discovery is sparking debate over whether Halley’s Comet deserves a different name.
UC Irvine researchers invent a wearable sweat sensor for long-term health monitoring
Wireless, battery-free device restores its own sensing surface for continuous use
PS Plus Extra, Premium May 2026 games revealed as Star Wars Outlaws tops line-up
Fans will be hoping Sony unleashes the big guns to combat Microsoft and its Xbox Game Pass line-up for May.
What would top GOP candidates for Oregon governor do to grow business?
Four leading Republican candidates for Oregon governor all listed the economy or affordability as a top priority. Here's what they said they would do.
The class politics of modern outbreaks
The MV Hondius hantavirus scare revived debates about luxury travel, public health and unequal vulnerability to disease.
The class politics of modern outbreaks
The MV Hondius hantavirus scare revived debates about luxury travel, public health and unequal vulnerability to disease.
Plan your weekend with Brevard's best entertainment events for May 15-21
Find your weekend adventure: Burger Battle, Bulls & Barrels top our list of Brevard's best weekend entertainment events.
After watching his brother battle for a state title, a St. Charles shortstop gets his chance
Dax Pregeant watched from the bleachers when older brother Cade Pregeant played his final game in a St. Charles Catholic uniform while competing for a state championship.
Celtic's belief has never wavered in title battle
Benjamin Nygren insists belief and confidence is high at resurgent Celtic as they look to come out of the final two Premiership fixtures as champions. Sweden midfielder Nygren, who has scored 20 goals for Celtic this season, claimed belief is "very strong" among his team-mates.
New on NAB’s AirTime Podcast: Keeping Sports on Free Broadcast TV
AirTime, the new podcast from NAB, brings you brief advocacy updates each Wednesday. In this week’s episode, we share the latest on the debate in Washington about keeping marquee sports available on free broadcast TV. Recently, reporter Sharyl Attkisson asked President Donald Trump about a range of issues, including whether leagues are “price gouging” by
Louisiana senators unveil proposed voting map for Congress. See what it looks like here.
See the first draft of a plan to redraw districts that has stirred a ferocious battle over voting rights in Louisiana.
Shohei Ohtani breaks homer-less streak, right after Dodgers say they will give him break from batter's box
Dodgers giving slumping Shohei Ohtani a break from batter's box
Thousands of Scientists Sign Letter to Combat Science Board’s Firing
Thousands of Scientists Sign Letter to Combat Science Board’s Firing: The signatories, including more than 35 Nobel laureates, decry the “alarming attack on the ability of the US to engage in basic and applied research”
Colorado legislators abandon proposal targeting natural gas initiative
Colorado lawmakers pulled back plans to counter a proposed constitutional amendment guaranteeing the right of consumers to use natural gas. The bill’s backers said the legislation would not have significantly affected the initiative’s impact, even as debate intensifies among environmental groups, the oil and gas industry and policymakers. The bill — initially planned by House […]
Baton Rouge entrepreneur rebuilds life one loaf at a time
After surviving three heart attacks and open-heart surgery, Baton Rouge entrepreneur Matt Bolton traded the industrial construction business for a slower—but no less demanding—second act in artisan breadmaking, 225 writes. What began as a sourdough hobby in retirement has grown into BlueRabbit Bakehouse, a Jefferson Highway bakery drawing weekend lines for its small-batch loaves, spreads […]
Colorado Politics’ 8th CD primary debate canceled after Democrat Shannon Bird withdraws
Organizers on Tuesday canceled next week’s Democratic primary debate in Colorado’s toss-up 8th Congressional District after former state Rep. Shannon Bird withdrew, leaving just one candidate planning to take the stage. Three Democrats are seeking the nomination in the state’s June 30 primary for the chance to face first-term Republican U.S. Rep. Gabe Evans in […]
AgriSafe Network Offers 'Total Farmer Health Tools' To Support Mental Well-Being
New resources and peer-to-peer support networks are available to help combat rising rates of anxiety and depression in rural America.
Lenovo releases new 15-inch laptop globally with 64 GB RAM and 1,100 nit OLED display
Lenovo has released a new 15-inch laptop globally featuring the Intel Panther Lake platform. Also equipped with a 1,100 nit OLED display and up to 64 GB of RAM, the ThinkPad X9 15p Aura Edition also packs an 88 Wh battery inside a chassis that weighs a mere 1.5 kg.
Will Politics Take Over Cannes This Year?
Debate over the war in Gaza overshadowed the movies at the Berlin Film Festival. Will polemics — over Gaza, Iran and Trump — do the same in Cannes?
AI chatbot shows promise in combating health misinformation
Can AI help people resist misinformation? Initial research findings suggest that artificial intelligence-driven conversations can strengthen people's resilience to health misinformation, outperforming ...
Cannes: Demi Moore Decries Self-Censorship, Park Chan-wook on Politics
The pointed remarks at a respectful jury press conference landed three months after an embattled Berlin Film Festival, where the jury led by Wim Wenders, became subsumed by political acrimony.
You can now buy Moto Tag 2 with UWB in Android Find Hub, longer battery life
Announced earlier this year, Moto Tag 2 has quietly gone on sale in recent weeks with UWB support in Android...
Panicked California Democrats are pushing a risky strategy: Wait 'til the last minute to vote
Liberal California activists are urging Democrats to wait until the last minute to vote in the race for governor, then support the frontrunner in the polls.
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Forza Horizon 6 Dev Bans Pirate Who Leaked Gameplay Footage Until the Year 10,000 — but Faces Uphill Battle Plugging the Leak
Forza Horizon 6 developer Playground Games is following through on its threat after the game was leaked online ahead of the official release date, with one pirate reporting a hardware ban until the year 10,000.
California's Democratic incumbents face primary challenges from political newcomers
The challenges are part of a national wave reshaping the debate over generational power and the direction of the Democratic Party ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Who won 'American Idol' 2026? Season 24 champion crowned after standout viral audition.
Keyla Richardson, Jordan McCullough and Hannah Harper are battling to win the long-running singing contest.
Nebraska Senate race hinges on accusations of trying to 'trick' voters
The Democratic primary is an unusual proxy battle due to the general election between GOP Sen. Pete Ricketts and independent populist Dan Osborn.
The rural voice missing from the Nexstar debate
By Donald Valdez As a former state representative for District 62, in the southern part of the state, I spent years fighting to make sure the voices of rural Coloradans were heard in state decision-making. As a lifelong farmer, I know firsthand what comes with living in a rural community — and the unique needs […]
Louisiana senators address heated exchanges during tense redistricting debate
Tensions are high in the State Capitol as Republicans push to redraw the congressional map to eliminate one or both majority-Black districts.
Crucial vote on Louisiana’s controversial redistricting push scheduled for Tuesday afternoon
It’s an important development in the ferocious battle over whether Louisiana will get rid of one or both of its majority-Black congressional districts.
City of Evanston seeks input via survey from business owners for new retail initiative
The City of Evanston and Retail Activation Strategist Claire Seizovic are inviting Evanston business owners to help shape a new Pop-Up and Incubator Pilot
Lane Kiffin cites 'diversity' at LSU, 'adult money' in his decision to leave Mississippi for Baton Rouge
Kiffin told Vanity Fair that he heard from some recruits that their grandparents wouldn't let them move to Oxford, Mississippi.
City Council panel backs tax incentives for United Center entertainment district
A plan to provide nearly $55 million in tax rebates for the $7 billion project that’s meant to be “transformative” for the West Side sailed through the council’s economic development committee.
KCCI hosts US Senate Democratic debate Thursday, May 14
KCCI will host a U.S. Senate primary debate on May 14 featuring two Democrats — state Rep. Josh Turek of Council Bluffs and state Sen. Zach Wahls of Coralville
KCCI hosts Iowa Republican gubernatorial debate Tuesday, May 19
KCCI will host a Republican Gubernatorial debate as part of its Commitment 2026 political coverage ahead of the June 2 primary.
City Council panel backs tax incentives for United Center entertainment district
A plan to provide nearly $55 million in tax rebates for the $7 billion project that’s meant to be “transformative” for the West Side sailed through the council’s economic development committee.
In Trump administration battle over AI, U.S. spy agencies seek more power
As the White House grapples with cybersecurity threats from artificial intelligence models, intelligence officials want sway in AI policy overseen by Commerce.
‘Battle on the Beach’ Sets HGTV Return After Reported Cancellation: Details
Find out which stars will compete on the previously canceled show's new season.
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes review - an iffy take on the sci-fi series that had me contending with Cylons, sabotage, and STDs
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes is an engaging roguelike that quickly shows itself to be a bit robotic
The Electric: China's Biggest Battery Maker Is Quickly Expanding Its Rental Business
As they attempt to lower the cost of their electric vehicles, major Western automakers have mostly struggled with a single component: the battery, which can be up to 40% of an EV’s cost.
Cirque du Soleil: LUZIA Tickets are Selling Fast - Here’s How to See the Spectacular Show in Oaks
Weekend performances are filling up fast for the Cirque du Soleil production featuring water effects, cumbia music, and stunning acrobatics under the Big Top.
Prepare to fight in a Battle from Beyond the Stars
A StarCraft crossover invades Sanctuary with Zerg-infested gameplay, new bosses, and faction warfare alongside powerful rewards.
The New Lego Batman Game Has Reportedly Been Made Playable Early By Accident
One lucky fan preloaded the game, only to find out they could play it.
With more money than ever, California’s biggest pension funds are a political battleground
Should California pension funds invest in fossil fuels? How about Tesla and Palantir? Those debates are playing out at CalPERS and CalSTRS.
As Colorado debates sports betting reform, Kalshi operates outside state rules
One of the largest prediction market platforms operates in Colorado essentially as a sportsbook outside the regulated system.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight goes live early for some Xbox players as the PC version gets Denuvo DRM
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight has gone live early on Xbox for some pre-orders. Meanwhile, Denuvo DRM has been added to the PC version.
Next Apple Watch Models Unlikely to Add Touch ID, Focus on Battery Life
Apple is prioritizing larger batteries and more advanced health sensors over fingerprint authentication for the Apple Watch, according to a new claim from a prominent Chinese leaker. In a new Weibo post, Instant Digital pushed back on recent speculation about biometric recognition coming to Apple's wearable lineup, claiming instead that the company remains content to let users unlock their devices via their paired iPhone.
Who are the 'American Idol' finalists? These 3 will compete for the Season 24 crown tonight.
Keyla Richardson, Jordan McCullough and Hannah Harper are battling to win the long-running singing contest.
Apple’s 2nm Powerhouse: Why the A20 Pro Chip Makes the iPhone 18 Pro a Literal Pocket Computer
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro launches this September with 5G satellite messaging, four new colors, and improved battery life via the A20 Pro chip.
UK PM Starmer battles for political survival in pivotal speech as gilt yields rise
Starmer is expected to say that key issues of growth, defense, the U.K.'s relationship with Europe and energy must be urgently addressed.
Apple’s Foldable Shock: The iPhone Ultra Fold Leak Reveals a Feature No One Saw Coming
Apple is preparing to launch the iPhone Fold this September, featuring a 7.8-inch inner display, a titanium frame, and a 5,800 mAh battery.
Science Reveals the Ideal Age Gap for a Couple That Actually Lasts
You have probably scrolled past at least one debate about age gaps this week. Maybe it was a celebrity couple sparking hot takes, or a friend defending their relationship math over brunch. We all seem to have an opinion on how many years between partners is too many – or just right. But what if...