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Knicks' Miles McBride: Listed as out for Thursday
Knicks' Miles McBride: Listed as out for Thursday
Stars will be out in force when Lakers, Rockets meet
Stars will be out in force when Lakers, Rockets meet
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Raiders place TE Brock Bowers on IR with knee injury
Bower is shut down after a knee injury continues to create problems for the Raiders tight end
Gibbon awarded $500K grant for downtown revitalization, business upgrades
Gibbon has been awarded nearly $500,000 in Community Block Grant Funding to revitalize its downtown area and develop a new comprehensive plan with assistance fr
'What the heck is this?' James Webb telescope spots inexplicable planet with diamonds and soot in its atmosphere
Scientists using the James Webb telescope observed a distant exoplanet with an atmosphere of soot and diamonds, challenging all explanations.
Cowboys vs. Commanders prediction, pick, odds, where to watch, live stream, kickoff time
Dallas and Washington kick off the NFL's Christmas Day action playing for pride.
Cowboys-Commanders Preview
This is not exactly what the NFL and Netflix had in mind when they thought they would be getting big-name quarterbacks Jayden Daniels vs. Dak Prescott and a high-stakes matchup of NFC East rivals Washington Commanders and Dallas Cowboys in the Christmas Day spotlight.
Expert shares top NFL money line parlays for favorites and underdogs in Week 17
SportsLine expert Jeff Hochman breaks down his top money line parlays for favorites and underdogs for Week 17 of the NFL season
Dak Prescott Christmas wish list: How more say could shape Cowboys' offseason
Prescott wants more say with the front office as Dallas looks to avoid another lost season in 2026.
Waymo is testing Gemini as an in-car AI assistant in its robotaxis
Waymo is testing a Gemini-powered in-car AI assistant, per findings from a 1,200-line system prompt. The assistant can answer general knowledge questions, control certain in-cabin features, and more.
Week 17 NFL QB Power Rankings: Purdy back in top 10, Christmas QBs underwhelming
Evaluating the NFL's 32 starting signal-callers entering the penultimate week of the 2025 season.
NFL facing possible nightmare playoff scenario in Week 17 that could kill the drama in final week of season
The NFL definitely doesn't want this to happen
Top 25 And 1: Kentucky wins fourth straight, but injury questions remain
Lowe, the team's best point guard, left the Wildcats' win vs. Bellarmine on Tuesday with a shoulder injury
Prisco's Week 17 NFL picks: Bills vs. Eagles prediction and more best bets
Pete Prisco reveals all of his Week 17 picks, including key wins by the Chargers, Jaguars and 49ers.
College Football Playoff odds, picks, predictions for remaining bowl games
CBS Sports experts Brad Crawford and Chris Hummer reveal their picks for the playoff quarterfinals and the rest of bowl season
NFL Week 17 odds, betting lines, spreads: Picks, predictions, best bets today
SportsLine's model simulates every game 10,000 times and reveals its NFL picks today
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NFL picks for Week 17, score predictions, best bets today from self-learning AI
SportsLine's self-learning AI reveals betting advice for each game on the Week 17 NFL schedule
College football bowl game odds, 2025-26 CFP picks, bets, predictions from proven model
SportsLine's model has revealed best bets for bowl games and College Football Playoff quarterfinal matchups
California vs. Hawaii prediction, odds, spread, time: 2025 Hawaii Bowl picks from proven model
SportsLine's model reveals its Hawaii Rainbow Warriors vs. Cal Golden Bears best bets for the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl on Wednesday
Golden Knights' Braeden Bowman: Registers two assists in win
Golden Knights' Braeden Bowman: Registers two assists in win
Mavericks' Anthony Davis: Drops 31 in win
Mavericks' Anthony Davis: Drops 31 in win
Hawaii vs. Cal prediction, odds, time: 2025 Hawaii Bowl picks from proven model
SportsLine's model reveals its Hawaii Rainbow Warriors vs. Cal Golden Bears best bets for the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl on Wednesday
Redacted Material in Some Epstein Files Is Easily Recovered
The ease of recovering information that was not properly redacted digitally suggests that at least some of the documents released by the Justice Department were hastily censored.
Heat's Terry Rozier files motion to dismiss charges in federal sports betting case
Rozier previously pleaded not guilty to wire fraud and money laundering charges
Editorial: Greece, Israel and the Politics of Alignment
The shift is unmistakable. A country that once kept Israel at arm’s length now stands closer to it than almost any European nation.
How not to misread science fiction
Focusing on the futuristic tech that appears in sci-fi without paying attention to the actual point of the story is a big mistake, says Annalee Newitz
College football bowl and CFP picks, predictions: Legendary Vegas expert reveals best bets
SportsLine CFB expert Bruce Marshall reveals best bets for every College Football Playoff and bowl game
The Thunder's chance at the NBA wins record appears to be slipping away
OKC (26-3) has lost two of three and has the hardest schedule remaining in the league
Christal Jordan gives the latest in entertainment headlines
Celebs are getting into the reality TV business, but it's all about helping others, and telling stories.
A national grant expands faith and health education - News
A new grant is helping Missouri State faculty teach students how to recognize and respond to the influences of faith and spirituality in care settings.
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College football transfer portal: Georgia's Kirby Smart sounds off ahead of CFP
Georgia coach Kirby Smart is no fan of college football's new 'announcement' era
NFL Week 17 odds, lines, spreads: Picks, predictions, best bets today
SportsLine's model simulates every game 10,000 times and reveals its NFL picks today
Nine mental-health tips for a happier 2026
Regardless of any resolutions you may have for 2026, one thing is for sure: Everyone wants to have a happy new year.While losing weight or saving money may be great goals, the most straightforward path to happiness is caring for your mental and emotional health. A robust body of research shows that simple cognitive and behavioral strategies can reliably boost happiness and reduce stress – and they’re generally free and accessible to all.These strategies don’t have to be super time-consuming, but they do require intention: They only work if you do them.Here, psychologist Valentina Ogaryan, PhD, clinical director of the Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology, shares her top tips for cultivating more calm, centeredness and happiness in the new year (or anytime):Make time for playPlay isn’t just for kids, and it’s far from frivolous. The National Institute for Play says engaging in silliness, fun and just-for-pleasure activities reduces stress and increases optimism and resilience. A recent review also found that play improves mental health.“Adults can benefit from play as much as children,” Dr. Ogaryan says, “not just as a reward, but something that helps regulate.”So go ahead and dance with your dog, build something with Legos, tell a joke, sing karaoke or do anything else that feels like fun. Don’t worry about being productive, just enjoy yourself. And, if you can, opt for more analog play, Dr. Ogaryan suggests, as a respite from our ever-more-digital world. Move your bodyWhether you dance, ski, do yoga, play pickleball, ride a bike, roller-skate, hike or lift weights, physical movement benefits overall happiness and well-being. A 2018 review study of more than 1.2 million adults in the U.S. found that doing any kind of exercise was “significantly and meaningfully associated” with better self-reported mental health.The sweet spot was 45 minutes of movement three to five times a week, but even short bursts of physical activity can boost brain health, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.“Movement helps support mood and regulate the nervous system,” Dr. Ogaryan says.Plus: exercise can improve sleep quality, and sleep is essential for mental health.Prioritize sleep“Sleep plays a major role in managing stress,” Dr. Ogaryan says. Research shows that lack of sufficient sleep increases the risk of various diseases, including depression.While stress can interfere with sleep, practicing good sleep hygiene can make logging ZZ’s easier. That means maintaining a consistent bedtime; keeping the bedroom cool, dark and quiet; and avoiding social media, news and stimulating shows before bed.Consume lessWe live in a consumer culture, inundated by endless streams of content and advertising everywhere we go, which makes it easy to get overstimulated.“Something really helpful for stress reduction is to simply consume less,” Dr. Ogaryan says – less news, less social media, less information, less noise, less screen time. “It’s about reducing the input,” she says.Consider setting a maximum number of news articles per day, for example, or a time limit on scrolling. Maybe even go device free for an afternoon or a whole day.Practice present-moment awarenessWith so much coming at us all the time, focusing on the here and now can make life feel more manageable, Dr. Ogaryan says: “When everything feels super overwhelming, when everything feels larger than life, let’s make our world a little bit smaller for that moment in time.”She suggests taking things one day, or even one hour, at a time. Ask yourself: What’s my next right action? Release the need to know how everything turns out and liberate yourself from having to handle everything right now. Let the future take care of itself and just focus on the current moment. Then the next one. Have a daily anchorFrom work to the daily commute to family and life responsibilities, our days can feel jam-packed. Dr. Ogaryan recommends creating a centering daily anchor that can fit into even the busiest day.Maybe it’s a 10-minute walk during your lunch break or mindfully enjoying your coffee in the morning. Let your anchor adapt to your needs each day, she says, but be intentional about using that time to ground yourself and calm your nervous system. You might even say to yourself, “I choose this walk to help me become centered,” or “My day already feels stressful, so I’m going to take the next 10 minutes to enjoy this cup of coffee, feel the warm mug in my hand and just be present.” Having an anchor won’t erase the busy-ness from your day, but it will allow you to approach it more calmly.Be kind to yourselfMost of us have a harsh inner critic in our heads who works overtime. But that critical voice only increases our stress, triggering the same fight-or-flight response as caustic words from another person.To feel happier, we need to replace that inner critic with a kinder, more compassionate voice, Dr. Ogaryan says. Studies show that self-compassion is a source of eudaimonic happiness – the kind of happiness associated with purpose and meaning in life.While our knee-jerk reaction may be to self-criticize – “How could you let it get to this point? You didn’t manage your time well and now the project is going to be late. You’re so inept.” – we fare better mentally by treating ourselves with kindness, like we would a friend. That might sound like, “You’ve got a lot on your plate, but you are capable and you’ll get it done. I believe in you.”We may think that speaking kindly to ourselves means letting ourselves off the hook, so we end up becoming lazy do-nothings. But research shows the opposite: People who are self-compassionate are more likely to try harder in the face of failure and ultimately reach their goals.You can thank your inner critic for its good intentions, but resolve to talk to yourself in a kind, compassionate voice.Connect with othersHumans are social animals built for connection. Stress can be isolating and cause us to withdraw, but connecting with others is a salve for the psyche, Dr. Ogaryan says.“We know that not all relationships are always easy, but if we can think about intentional, nourishing connection – even in really small doses – it could really help center us,” she says.Take a moment to laugh with your colleagues, hug your pet, have a conversation with a friend or smile at the barista making your coffee. A study found that even tiny interactions with casual acquaintances and strangers decreases loneliness and improves happiness and well-being.Seek supportIf you try these practices and happiness remains elusive, or if you can’t access the wherewithal to follow these tips, seek support from your physician or a therapist. Mental health conditions are among the most common health issues in the U.S. and around the world – more prevalent than diabetes or heart disease. One in five people in the U.S. experiences a mental illness each year, with depression and anxiety the most common, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.“We can all think about these tips,” Dr. Ogaryan says. “But it’s important to recognize if you’ve done everything you can and you’re still really struggling, it’s really important to seek help.”
The disunity of science is a feature, not a bug
Mathematical models wield miraculous power, but mistaking them for reality has trapped science in a destructive quest for a “Theory of Everything.” Physicist and philosopher Ragner Fjelland argues that this leads to bloated, Frankenstein theories kept alive by clumsy, ad-hoc amendments, which reduce rather than boost science’s power. Fjelland calls for a radical shift in our attitude: we must reorientate towards creating entirely new theories, celebrating rather than lamenting disunity and diversity in science. Science, from the scientific revolution in the seventeenth century to the present day, has more or less developed in a “reductionist” way. The fundamental assumption is that all sciences may be ordered in a hierarchy that can be represented as an upside-down pyramid. At the top we find the human sciences, and at the bottom physics. Strong (or “ontological”) reductionism maintains that all theories at one level can be completely reduced to the lower level, all the way down to theories of atoms and elementary particles, or whatever is “at the bottom.” In the end, all diversity in the world can be unified in one fundamental theory. Hence it is called a final theory, or a Theory of Everything.One of the central figures in developing the idea of a Theory of Everything is the Dutch theoretical physicist Gerard 't Hooft, who received a Nobel Prize in physics in 1999 for his work. He emphasizes the non-empirical status of the theory:There exists no closely resembling alternative theory. This means that any slight change brought about in the rules would make the theory unlikely or inelegant. The theory will be a "package deal": take it, or leave it. This should hold both for the local laws and for the boundary conditions.This endeavor is not new. On the contrary, it goes all the way back to the birth of Western philosophy 2,500 years ago. The Babylonians made regular astronomical observations during a period of 600 years, from 747 BCE until 150 ACE. They developed mathematical techniques to predict astronomical phenomena, but they made no attempts at explaining them. However, the Greeks developed models, both material and theoretical, to explain the observed phenomena.The best example is Plato’s late dialogue Timaeus. Here he introduces a divine craftsman, the Demiurge, who has constructed the universe according to an original plan. Plato seems to have thought that the original plan is what is actually real, while the material world is merely an imperfect realization of it. He therefore does not, in the Timaeus, reconstruct the material universe, but the original plan, which can then be used to explain the material universe.Plato’s aim in producing a theoretical model is to reconstruct the original plan. That is what he carries out in Timaeus—and some modern physicists have embarked on the same project. For example, Einstein’s basic attitude is reflected in the title of Abraham Pais’ biography: “Subtle is the Lord...,” echoing Einstein’s comment, “Subtle is the Lord, but malicious He is not.” In an interview Einstein compared our situation to a child who enters a huge library. The child knows that someone has written the books, but he does not know the languages in which they are written. He suspects that there is a mysterious order, but he does not know what it is.___“We have all been working in what Husserl called the Galilean style; that is, we have all been making abstract mathematical models of the universe to which at least the physicists give a higher degree of reality than they accord the ordinary world of sensation.”Steven Weinberg, Nobel Prize in Physics (1979)___This Platonist view is contrary to a widespread impression of science, symbolized by the picture of the “father” of modern science, Galileo Galilei, with his telescope. According to this impression, Galileo liberated himself from the dominating metaphysics of his day—basically Aristotelian philosophy—and constructed a telescope that he directed towards the sky, showing that Jupiter has four moons. He also performed experiments with bronze balls rolling down inclined planes and found the law of freely falling bodies.However, in other cases Galileo emphasized the unreliability of our senses. It is easy to see why. He defended Copernicus’ heliocentric hypothesis. According to this hypothesis, we are not at rest at the center of the universe, but moving at a tremendous speed through space. Why don’t we observe this motion? Galileo praises Copernicus because “with reason as his guide he resolutely continued to affirm what sensible experience seemed to contradict.” In other places he directly refers to Plato. SUGGESTED VIEWING The quest for a final theory With Michio Kaku Galileo’s Platonism goes back to his early writings. In The Assayer, published as early as 1623, Galileo compared the universe to a grand book that is written in the language of mathematics, and “its characters are triangles, circles, and other geometric figures without which it is humanly impossible to understand a single word of it.” Therefore, things that cannot be described by mathematics—for example, colors, smells and odors—are not real. They are merely subjective.This division into subjective and objective, advocated by Galileo and his younger contemporary René Descartes, is normally associated with a mechanistic world view, which is regarded as the opposite of Platonism. When we reduce something to, for example, molecules and atoms, we move “downwards.” In contrast, the Platonist moves “upwards,” to abstract entities. However, it only shows that when we address fundamental questions, we should be careful in applying everyday spatial metaphors like “up” and “down.”___Nature is complex, and we cannot in general construct mathematical models that adequately describe the world.___The endeavor of finding a Theory of Everything has been heavily criticized. In 2006, the theoretical physicist Lee Smolin published “The Crisis in Fundamental Physics.” He argued that one of the most fundamental principles of science is that we should only regard theories as scientific if we have the possibility to show that they are false by experiments. Although he did not refer to Karl Popper, other critics have referred to Popper and argued that a theory is not scientific if it cannot be falsified (see for example Ellis & Silk 2014).These were not the first physicists to be anti-reductionists. In 1972, the journal Science published an article by the physicist Philip Anderson with the title “More Is Different.” This is the kind of article a scientist would normally write only after he has won a Nobel Prize. However, Anderson won the Nobel Prize for physics five years later, in 1977. The article is amazing, not primarily because it argues in favor of anti-reductionism in general, but because it argues for anti-reductionism within physics itself. Anderson’s conclusion was:At each stage entirely new laws, concepts, and generalizations are necessary, requiring inspiration and creativity to just as great a degree as in the previous one. Psychology is not applied biology, nor is biology applied chemistry.We may say that Plato started the “unity of science movement,” based on Euclidean geometry as the model of all knowledge. A distinguishing mark of geometry is that all possible constructions can be reduced to a few fundamental principles. We have to acknowledge that this approach has limitations. In general, we can easily model technological systems. In addition, we may construct simplified and idealized models that capture important aspects of systems, from various perspectives and for various purposes. But nature is complex, and we cannot in general construct mathematical models that adequately describe the world. In a complex system, each level has its distinct, emergent, properties that are characteristic of this level. Therefore, a complex system should be investigated at different levels and from different perspectives. Instead of exclusively pursuing a scientific ideal based on the unity of science, we should acknowledge the diversity—or even the disunity—of science.
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Wright State earns 70-64 win against Eastern Michigan
FAIRBORN, Ohio (AP) Michael Cooper's 18 points helped Wright State defeat Eastern Michigan 70-64 on Monday night.
High Point wins 93-47 against Bryant
HIGH POINT, N.C. (AP) Braden Hausen had 18 points in High Point's 93-47 victory over Bryant on Monday night.
Sabol scores 31, Buffalo defeats Penn State-Behrend 92-63
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) Ryan Sabol's 31 points led Buffalo over Penn State-Behrend 92-63 on Monday.
UC Santa Barbara defeats Portland 79-61
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (AP) Aidan Mahaney had 15 points in UC Santa Barbara's 79-61 win against Portland on Monday.
Montana State defeats Northwest 93-54
BOZEMAN, Mont. (AP) Jeremiah Davis' 12 points and 11 rebounds helped Montana State defeat Northwest 93-54 on Monday.
John Harbaugh addresses job security as Ravens' playoff hopes dwindle
Questions about Harbaugh's future in Baltimore are as loud as ever
Indiana's Curt Cignetti credits Nick Saban with showing him the ropes before CFP
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Sandra Martinez & Line Kemeyou
Line Kemeyou, a cardiologist at University of Utah Health, says it’s executive assistants (EAs) like Sandra Martinez who help keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes and who really deserve the spotlight. “She’s my brain,” Line says of Sandra. “I wouldn’t know how to function without her.”
North College Hill police seeking assistance in business, vehicle break-in investigation
North College Hill police are seeking the public's help in an investigation into multiple break-ins of businesses and vehicles early Monday morning.
Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith jabs Miami over 2002 national title ahead of CFP meeting
Ohio State can improve to 2-0 against the Hurricanes in postseason matchups with a victory in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals
AP Top 25: Duke drops after first loss in updated college basketball rankings
Arizona held the No. 1 spot in the poll for the third consecutive week
College football bowl and CFP picks, predictions: Legendary Vegas expert reveals best bets
SportsLine CFB expert Bruce Marshall reveals best bets for every College Football Playoff and bowl game
Top 25 And 1: Undefeated Michigan remains No. 1
Michigan has won eight straight contests by double-digits
Ukraine said it sneaked into a guarded Russian airbase and destroyed 2 jets worth up to $100 million combined
Ukraine said a resistance agent was able to sneak into a Russian hangar and destroy two Russian fighter jets.
Samsung Camera Assistant update adds multiple Pro mode features and more
Samsung has added several useful features, such as Pro mode presets, to One UI 8.5 with an updated Camera Assistant app.
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Re-seeding the CFP bracket: Miami over Alabama, shift in New Year's Day bowl games
Reshuffling the eight remaining teams in the CFP bracket as we enter the quarterfinals
Washington State vs. Utah State prediction, odds, spread: 2025 Potato Bowl picks from proven model
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Need for Food Assistance Continues as Austin Public Health Serves More than 101,800 Austinites for Basic Needs and Food Services
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Colorado governor accuses Trump of playing "political games" after disaster request denials
Abigail Jackson, a White House spokesperson, said Trump responds to each request for federal disaster assistance “with great care and consideration, ensuring American tax dollars are used appropriately and efficiently"
Willson Contreras trade grades: Red Sox finally get their big bat, Cardinals continue clearing out veterans
Boston and St. Louis have made their second big trade of the offseason
NFL DFS picks, Ravens vs. Patriots: Daily Fantasy lineup advice for 'Sunday Night Football'
Daily Fantasy multimillionaire Mike McClure reveals his daily Fantasy football picks for Baltimore vs. New England on 'SNF'
Bengals take advantage of mistakes in blowout win at Miami
For at least one game, the Cincinnati Bengals looked like the team fans were expecting this season.
NFL Week 16 grades: Bills earn 'C' for ugly win over Browns
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Monmouth wins 76-62 over Lehigh
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. (AP) Justin Ray's 17 points helped Monmouth defeat Lehigh 76-62 on Sunday.
Winthrop beats Clinton College 107-41
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) Daylen Berry's 22 points helped Winthrop defeat Clinton College 107-41 on Sunday.
College Football Playoff grades: Alabama earns 'A-' for rally on CFP report card
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NPB slugger Munetaka Murakami signing with White Sox on two-year deal, per report
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The College Football Playoff isn't broken -- it's college football as a whole that needs to be completely revamped
Rockets seek more road success against Kings
Rockets seek more road success against Kings
Spurs picking up steam ahead of rematch vs. Wizards
The San Antonio Spurs look to build on their success on the road when they visit the improving Washington Wizards on Sunday in the second game between the teams in a four-day period.
Top 25 And 1: UNC moves to 11-1 after dramatic CBS Sports Classic victory
The Tar Heels now have one nonconference game remaining before opening ACC play
College Football Playoff: Oregon, Dan Lanning displeased with defense against JMU
Dan Lanning had a lot to say after beating James Madison, and it wasn't all positive for the Oregon coach
Oregon threatens deep CFP run as star playmakers return at perfect time
A full complement of wide receivers could give Oregon the ammunition it needs to make a national championship push
Strengthening U.S.-Nigerian Health Cooperation under the America First Global Health Strategy - U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria
Strengthening U.S.-Nigerian Health Cooperation under the America First Global Health Strategy The United States signed a five-year, $5.1 billion bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Federal Republic of Nigeria December 19 to advance the America First Global Health Strategy, supporting resilient, self-reliant, and durable health systems while promoting accountability and shared responsibility. Under the five-year MOU, the United States intends to commit nearly $2.1 billion in health assistance, with nearly $3.0 billion in new domestic health expenditures by the Government of Nigeria over the same five-year period. This represents the largest co-investment any country has made to date under the America First Global Health Strategy and underscore Nigeria’s commitment to greater national ownership of its health system. Under the MOU, the United States will continue to support surveillance and outbreak response, laboratory systems, health commodities; frontline healthcare workers, and data systems. Nigeria faces significant health challenges, including one of the highest maternal and child mortality rates globally and approximately30 percent of the global malaria burden. U.S. assistance under the MOU will expand access to affordable, preventive and curative services for HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB), malaria, polio, and maternal and child health, strengthening health outcomes across Nigeria. The MOU places a strong emphasis on Christian faith-based healthcare providers, recognizing their indispensable role in delivering care to communities in need. Nigeria’s more than 900 faith-based clinics and hospitals serve more than 30 percent of the country’s 230 million people, often in areas where healthcare facilities are limited or absent. The MOU provides approximately $200 million in dedicated support to strengthen and support these Christian facilities, enhance workforce capacity, and expand access to integrated HIV, TB, malaria, and maternal child health services. Investments in Christian faith-based health institutions are uniquely positioned to complement public-sector facilities and reinforce Nigeria’s overall health infrastructure. The MOU was negotiated in connection with reforms undertaken by the Government of Nigeria to prioritize the protection of Christian populations from extremist violence. As with all U.S. foreign assistance, the President and Secretary of State retain the right to pause or terminate programs that do not align with U.S. national interests, and the United States expects Nigeria to continue making measurable progress in combating religiously motivated violence against Christian communities. This five-year MOU is the latest of several health cooperation MOUs signed in Africa this month. The United States will continue to sign multi-year Bilateral Agreements on Global Health Cooperation with countries receiving U.S. health assistance to advance the America First Global Health Strategy.
Taiwan political clash puts global support at risk, foreign officials warn
Opposition resistance to Lai's defense buildup, impeachment threats raise eyebrows
Graves scores 17 as Creighton takes down Marquette 84-63
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) Nik Graves scored 17 points off of the bench to help lead Creighton past Marquette 84-63 on Saturday.
Carroll's 22 lead Xavier past Georgetown 80-77
WASHINGTON (AP) Tre Carroll scored 22 points as Xavier beat Georgetown 80-77 on Saturday.
Oregon State, Arizona State eager for Pac-12 reunion success
Former Pac-12 foes Oregon State and Arizona State meet Sunday in Tempe, Ariz., to close out their nonconference slates and recover from losses on Wednesday.
Jordan Love injury: Packers QB being evaluated for concussion after hard hit
Love was drilled by Austin Booker on the goal line and his return was deemed questionable
Prisco's Week 16 NFL picks: Patriots vs. Ravens prediction and best bets
Pete Prisco reveals all of his Week 16 picks, including New England losing its second straight game.
Saint Bonaventure defeats Le Moyne 92-81
OLEAN, N.Y. (AP) Frank Mitchell scored 14 of his 21 points in the second half and Saint Bonaventure beat Le Moyne 92-81 on Saturday.
What's next for Texas A&M after CFP loss? Promising offense leads 2026 outlook for Aggies
The Aggies lost a heartbreaker against Miami on the heels of one of the most memorable seasons in program history
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Computer model locks in Falcons vs. Cardinals picks, score prediction
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Top 25 And 1: Stakes high for Kentucky vs. St. John's in CBS Sports Classic
The Wildcats face the Red Storm in Atlanta to get a busy Saturday started
Mets poach top international prospect from Yankees, per report
Dominican shortstop Wandy Asigen, 16, will sign with the Mets after backing out of a verbal agreement with the Yankees.
Chair of leading Turkish sports club Fenerbahce questioned in a drugs probe
ISTANBUL (AP) — The chair of Fenerbahce, one of Turkey’s leading sports clubs, was called to give testimony Saturday as part of an ongoing drug investigation involving high-profile entertainment and media figures.
Conference play looms as Florida takes on Colgate
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Google Assistant will stick around a bit longer than expected for some Android users
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Protective teams Georgetown and Xavier meet in Big East clash
Two of the better teams in the nation at avoiding self-inflicted mistakes will square off Saturday night when Georgetown meets Xavier in a Big East Conference game at Washington, D.C.
Reeling Rutgers eager to make right decisions vs. Penn
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A.J. Brown key to Eagles vs. Commanders same-game parlay
The NFC East rivals meet on Saturday, and we've put together a three-leg parlay at DraftKings for the game
Alabama crashes Oklahoma's playoff party with historic CFP comeback win
Oklahoma donned 'Hard to Kill' hoodies, but it was the Crimson Tide who lived the mantra in a first-round College Football Playoff win