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Meet D. rex, the newly crowned giant fungus ‘king’ that measures almost 2 feet tall
Origins of a towering fungus identified in China traces back about 65 million years ago right after the mass extinction that killed the dinosaurs.
Disaster recovery efforts temporarily boosted health for some men, Northwestern study finds
New Northwestern University research aims to shed light on what drives inequalities among men in the aftermath of mega disasters. In such situations, men are often depicted as heroic leaders, and this study finds that many of them experience improved mental and physical health while assisting with recovery efforts. However, for some men, the boost is short lived once recovery activities are completed, leading to emotional lows and potentially increasing the risk of suicide.
How Governments Worldwide Are Shaping What AI Can Say About Politics
California and Hawai‘i, for example, are two states that have banned sharing deceptive AI content about candidates in the months around an election.
What a Health Care Crisis Looks Like on the Ground
In South Los Angeles, ER patients are cared for in a gift shop, in tents, and even outdoors. And that’s before the crushing Medicaid cuts.
Downtown Sacramento businesses prepare for crowds ahead of Kings home opener
A new team store, Kings-themed drinks and game-day discounts are among the offerings available to fans near Golden 1 Center.
Faces cut out of Las Vegas campaign signs in political vandalism
Campaign signs for three Las Vegas candidates were vandalized near Cactus and Jones with faces cut out, as Metro Police report no incident was filed.
Feds charge 15 in California health care fraud cases, $2 billion in claims
DOJ, state launch separate health care fraud crackdowns, arresting over 100 people across California
Federal authorities arrested 15 people, including a doctor, in Los Angeles, while California officials announced the arrests of 103 people statewide in separate health care fraud investigations.
Employer Political Activity During the 2026 Midterms: Key FAQs
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, employers may have questions about whether (and how) they can support candidates or political positions. This FAQ addresses common questions about company political activity, communications with employees, mandatory political meetings, and political contributions.
Climate change is literally altering the shape of our planet
The melting of the poles is increasingly shifting Earth's shape at a faster rate, with the planet becoming more and more round.
Five Women Shaping Hawai‘i’s Tech Future
From telecommunications and artificial intelligence, five women are challenging and reshaping how technology is built, used and taught in Hawai‘i.
Panelist says immigration enforcement campaign adds challenges for Hispanic businesses
SPRINGDALE -- While any business can be affected by rising operating costs or tax burdens, Hispanic business owners in Northwest Arkansas are facing added challenges related to enhanced immigration enforcement efforts, according to Geovanny Sarmiento, constituent relations manager for the city of Rogers.
Meta's Mark Zuckerberg weighed leaving California over billionaire tax
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg considered leaving California. He's staying on after Meta offered him a new class of shares.
James Webb telescope discovers surprising trove of metals around the Milky Way's supermassive black hole
New observations from the James Webb Space Telescope reveal a concentration of heavy metals near the Milky Way's central black hole. The discovery deepens a mystery about why our black hole behaves the way it does.
Extremely rare Viking Age coin from the reign of 'Olaf the Holy' may have been 'held in the king's own hand'
A massive Viking Age hoard that was discovered in Norway contains a rare silver coin featuring "Olaf the Holy," one of the country's first Christian kings.
AI-generated political ads have appeared in Pennsylvania. Are these kind of ads allowed?
‘Borders on the absurd.’ California fights Trump lawsuit to set aside 20,000 ballots
California is trying to block the Trump administration's voter lawsuit. Here’s what the attorney general said in a court filing.
Mental health support available for San Diego service members and their families
After USS Abraham Lincoln's return to San Diego, service members and families can access mental health resources through Veterans Village San Diego.
Nearly $1 million worth of Pokémon and sports trading cards stolen in FedEx truck theft
The truck was broken into on Oct. 13 outside a company called Professonal Sports Authenticator that verifies memorabilia.
Commerce man says federal agents disregarded health conditions during arrest
For the first time, a Commerce man accused of illegally registering to vote is detailing his arrest and what he experienced during a 10-hour detention.
Athletics, CBA and everything MLB in between
Cardinals on My Time is back for the winter in a little different capacity! With the offseason and winter looking questionable at best and the Cardinals sitting in an awkward spot, I decided to take the opportunity to expand my podcast a little bit. Since writing all things St. Louis Cardinals for the past few […]
Looking at 2026 season report card for Padres players
News to know about your San Diego Padres and MLB for October 20, 2026.
The Human Fingerprint on Earth’s Water Cycle
Human activities have become intertwined with how water is distributed across the continents. A new study brings their effects into sharper focus.
Danaher and NVIDIA Partner to Accelerate Autonomous Science
Danaher CEO Julie Sawyer Montgomery says the company's partnership with AI giant NVIDIA will help “researchers move faster to advance discoveries”
AI-assisted pricing tools increase US consumer apprehension
It’s unclear how widely retailers use AI to help set prices, but research suggests businesses across industries are adopting it.
'No Kings' movement returns to Stockton to bring 'a little bit of light' before the election
“The event today is about voting, and especially right now in American history and the present politics,” said Dawn Griep, a local organizer.
Heat reduces photosynthesis in California redwoods
California redwoods reduce photosynthesis at high temperatures, which may affect their long-term survival and forests’ capacity to store atmospheric carbon.
Week in Politics: Trump's Russian diesel deal update; why the DOJ is suing California
We look at where things are in the deal President Trump says he made to import Russian diesel, plus the reason why the Justice Department is suing California.
Schmooze: WV natives return to Charleston area for film shoot 20 years in the making
West Virginia natives Chad Smith, Ryan Dorsey, Dustin Kerns and others came together to film a short film, "Schmooze," in Charleston from Oct. 15-19, 2026. The film is a thriller inspired by the movies they used to make together as students at Riverside High School.
Schmooze: WV natives return to Charleston area for film shoot 20 years in the making
West Virginia natives Chad Smith, Ryan Dorsey, Dustin Kerns and others came together to film a short film, "Schmooze," in Charleston from Oct. 15-19, 2026. The film is a thriller inspired by the movies they used to make together as students at Riverside High School.
Meta updates business terms, sparking AI training fears among news outlets
Tech giant’s revised rules could allow automated scraping across entire websites, legal experts warn
Wildfires, heat waves and access to care among health-related problems facing Californians
The latest annual California Health Interview Survey (CHIS) offers a more precise look at how the 2025 wildfires affected Californians’ health and well-being. The data also reveal trends in the health of immigrants, low-income individuals, and transgender and gender-expansive communities. The 2025 CHIS data show: 500,000 more California adults said their mental health was harmed...
NASA’s Hubble Spies Spiral’s Edge
This Hubble image features the edge-on, intermediate spiral galaxy NGC 1827, located roughly 37 million light-years away.
Bills aim to avoid letdown in Las Vegas as Raiders seek rebound
Buffalo will come into its game against Las Vegas trying to maintain momentum. The Bills could learn a lesson on what not to do from the Raiders.
East Bay man pleads guilty to robbing business with AR-style paintball gun
Prosecutors say the defendant also admitted to possessing a fully automatic handgun and ammunition in a separate incident.
'We’re here for a business trip' | The Bills practice on the West Coast ahead of Week 6
The perks of staying out on the West Coast, what challenges Maxx Crosby brings, and Wednesday's injury report
Tesla unveils what it says is a flying car
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Thursday unveiled a car that he said will be able to fly, a feature long relegated to science fiction and Saturday morning cartoons.
New White House press secretary Katie Zacharia defends her legal background
She said the results of the bar exam, which she did not pass, were “somewhat inconsequential”
Dodgers make surprising decision on Shohei Ohtani
The Los Angeles Dodgers are on the brink of elimination in the National League Championship Series, trailing the Milwaukee Brewers 3-0, and Shohei Ohtani has been one of the biggest reasons why their offense has gone cold. But rather than dropping Ohtani further down the order or benching him completely, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts went…
Exclusive | Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Archewell cuts staff as business faces mounting turbulence
Business thrives in giving industrial products new life
Although he’s run Repurposed Materials for 16 years, Damon Carson can still vividly recall the “Reese’s moment” that led to
Wholesale inflation jumped in September by most in four years
US wholesale inflation shot higher in September, soaring to its highest level in more than four years, Bureau of Labor Statistics data showed Thursday.
MyChart and a major hospital said I could opt out of sharing my health data. But they didn’t make it easy
My journey with MyChart and a major hospital included a notary, the hospital not honoring its own policies and employees that gave me wrong information.
CPD investigating more than 20 overnight business burglaries, most on NW Side
Three Mistakes the Dodgers Must Avoid for an NLCS Comeback
The Milwaukee Brewers are no pushover, and they are proving it by putting the Los Angeles Dodgers in an 0-2 hole in the National League Championship Series. Now as the series swings to Dodger Stadium, the back-to-back World Series Champions must take stock and regroup if they want to have any chance of rebounding to …
Warriors Could Trade For Draymond Green’s Longtime Rival
The Golden State Warriors will be looking for ways to improve via the trade market, and Rudy Gobert could emerge as an option. A new report claims that the Minnesota Timberwolves will look to trade Gobert due to his contract ending soon. Paying big money to an aging NBA player can hurt the franchise, especially […] The post Warriors Could Trade For Draymond Green’s Longtime Rival appeared first on HEAVY.
Former Beach Boy Al Jardine on Mike Love Health: Speechless, Depressed
Jardine, who's not in regular contact with Love, found himself "speechless" and "really depressed" when he saw the recent footage of Love onstage but knows the Beach Boys frontman doesn't want to stop performing: "He wants to be onstage, but he just doesn’t know how not to do it."
CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER TO OPEN ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ON OCTOBER 21, 2026 FOR THE SAMUEL OSCHIN AIR AND SPACE CENTER, HOME OF SPACE SHUTTLE ENDEAVOUR
/PRNewswire/ -- The California Science Center announced today that advance reservations for the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, the permanent home of Space...
Justice Department threatens California with legal action over claim of noncitizens on voter rolls
The U.S. Department of Justice has threatened California with possible legal action over what it says are noncitizens believed to have received mail ballots for next month’s midterm elections.
Whose Jesus? The left and right fight over faith in the midterms.
The latest episode of "Stress Test": God is on the ballot in November.
Sacramento’s Harvest and Health Festival returns for its 15th year
The 15th annual Harvest and Health Festival returns to Sacramento on Saturday.
Netflix is laying off 6% of its workforce, in biggest round of job cuts in years
Co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos said the company's product, tech, legal and human resources teams would be the most impacted
Rush University System and Endeavor Health announce merger, would create largest health system in Ch
Brenda Lucas: Community news for Wednesday, Oct. 14
Click for community news in the Huntington, West Virginia, and Tri-State area.
Offseason Acquisition Targets to Complete the Padres Lineup
The San Diego Padres lineup provided unprecedented production in the second half of the 2026 campaign. With a red-hot team entering October, the Padres proved they could compete with the best in the league despite falling short to the Milwaukee Brewers. Despite stellar offensive performances prior to the NLDS, an offseason acquisition seems to be …
Commission approves live entertainment permit for one-man science and music show downtown ⋆ The Palm Springs Post
Planning commissioners on Tuesday signed off on a conditional use permit for a building that will house Patrick Olson’s “The Art of Science,” which is expected to open in December or January.
‘Pharma Bro’ Martin Shkreli has caught the attention of federal and state authorities again
“Pharma Bro” Martin Shkreli has caught the attention of federal and state authorities again.
DISCOVER THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE STORIES: PHILLIP AND PATRICIA FROST MUSEUM OF SCIENCE BRINGS THE SCIENCE BEHIND PIXAR TO SOUTH FLORIDA
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Interactive Exhibition Opens Saturday, October 10, 2026 The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science is excited to bring The Science Behind Pixar to South Florida on Saturday, October 10, inviting guests to step behind the scenes of some of Pixar’s most beloved films and discover the science, technology, […]
NASA Science, Cargo Launch on 35th SpaceX Resupply Mission to Station
NASA’s SpaceX 35th commercial resupply mission lifted off at 6:33 a.m. EDT Tuesday aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral
Brenda Lucas: Community news for Tuesday, Oct. 13
Click for community news in the Huntington, West Virginia, and Tri-State area.
Josh Allen, Bills win OT ‘MNF’ thriller against Rams
Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills proved to be unstoppable late in action against the Los Angeles Rams during Monday Night Football
It’s Time for the Aaron Boone Era to End
The dust has settled on yet another empty October run by the New York Yankees. Despite an easy victory over the Boston Red Sox in the Wild Card Series, they had no answer for the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League Division Series, suffering a three-game sweep. The Yankees’ elimination extends their World Series …
Science, health research bond to appear on March 2028 ballot - Healthcare
Science, health research bond to appear on March 2028 ballot - The Black Chronicle
Beyond Buzzwords: How Sutter Leaders Create Healthcare’s Blueprint
By Matthew Murphy, Vitals contributor What does meaningful transformation look like inside a healthcare system, and what lessons can it offer the rest of the industry? In a series of recent podcast conversations, Sutter Health leaders shared how they’re tackling some of healthcare’s biggest challenges, turning new ideas into action and creating a blueprint for […]
Corporations doing business in California must now investigate and disclose historical slavery ties
Policy and campaign manager for the Black Power Network Kristin Nimmers touts major step in reparations movement.
Alysa Liu honored at Asian Health Service's Annual Gala in Oakland
The Bay Area’s golden girl Alysa Liu was honored at Asian Health Service’s Annual Gala in Oakland Saturday night.
NASA may already have proof life once existed on another planet. Scientists might never get to find out
US officials canceled NASA’s ambitious Mars Sample Return program, leaving potential evidence of ancient life sitting on Mars. Could China beat them to it?
Ben Affleck says political 'hypocrisy, corruption and failure' left him 'disillusioned'
The actor, who once campaigned for Al Gore and Barack Obama, says he's now 'averse' to politics due to corruption.
Californians are ‘really losing sleep’ over this financial burden
Medical bills have become Californians’ top financial worry, a new survey finds, with many saying health care costs are forcing them to delay care and make painful tradeoffs.
AP source: Trump, Rubio weigh firing US envoy to Greece after mounting reports of improper conduct
President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are considering firing U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle after a series of reports alleging she has engaged in improper and
Rob Bonta explains why he should be reelected Attorney General
As California Attorney General Rob Bonta seeks reelection, he emphasized his effort to protecting Californians’ rights, address affordability, and improve public safety during his time in office in an interview on California Politics 360.
Assemblymember Maggy Krell on new sex abuse law impacting college campuses amid Cornell case
Assemblymember Maggy Krell, a former sex crimes prosecutor for the California Department of Justice, spoke about the alleged sexual assault at Cornell University, calling it a "moment of reckoning" and emphasizing the need for stronger enforcement and prevention measures.
California Politics 360 full episode | New calls for high-speed rail CEO to step down
The leader of the California High-Speed Rail Authority is facing new questions and calls to resign.
Political mailer sparks Vermont disclosure complaint
The attorney general is reviewing allegations that a PAC failed to disclose donors and file a required report.
My favorite California hidden gem has great wine without Napa prices
Paso Robles, on California's central coast, has delicious food, incredible wine, and the sweetest locals. It's also much more affordable than Napa.
Scientists Found a Starfish That Looks Like Patrick. Yes, That Patrick.
Scientists identified 57 new marine species from expedition samples, while a familiar starfish drew comparisons to SpongeBob’s Patrick.
PD Editorial: Texts about Sonoma County business belong to the public, not the trash folder
Supervisors wave away concerns, insisting the texts are mostly trivial. They should aspire to be better.
The 6 Best Science Fantasy Books Released Since 1990, Ranked
From The Fifth Season to Gideon the Ninth, these science fantasy novels blend magic, technology, and unforgettable worlds.
SF mayor admits city ‘lost its way’ by embracing ultra-left ideology
Sept. 2026 Emeryville Newswire: Women-Owned Businesses Make List, New Leads in Hillyard Search, Javi’s Employee Attacked
Sept Emeryville news: Women-owned businesses make the list, Japanese retailers boosting Bay Street, and new leads in Amy Hillyard search.
Smart Money Picks For A Stormy College Football Saturday
My college football predictions for today! Picks and analysis for Alabama vs. Georgia, OU vs. Texas, and Indiana vs. Nebraska. Who wins the biggest matchups?
STEMsters gives younger learners hands-on science experience
This school year, seniors Mohashin Tasfiya, Raisa Kamal, Amber Liu, and Saniha Jasrah, brought a new chapter of the STEMsters, a non-profit organization originally created in California, to Townsend Harris High School. The association aims to expose STEM topics to younger students through hands-on-projects, inspiring them for their future careers. STEMsters meets after school with...
Vegas-level entertainment brings limitless excitement to Central California
Your next night out starts at Tachi Palace Casino Resort!
Dr. Oz defends rural health care spending amid Medicaid cut questions
Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, sat down with reporter Molly Martinez, and the conversation grew heated over spending cuts.
Dr. Oz defends rural health care spending amid Medicaid cut questions
Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, sat down with reporter Molly Martinez, and the conversation grew heated over spending cuts.
Gavin Newsom backs measure to kill the billionaire tax and ban future wealth taxes
Gov. Gavin Newsom isn't just fighting the billionaire tax. He's backing Prop. 42, which would ban future wealth taxes in California, too.
Land O’Lakes Bulks Up Its Protein Capacity
The cooperative is expanding its processing facilities to capitalize on consumer demand for more protein products.
Political Deepfakes and the Limits of Regulation
At least 31 states have laws against AI-generated deepfake ads and campaign calls. As the laws in two of them demonstrate, there’s not much that can be done to guarantee voters that what they’re seeing or hearing is real.
Byron Young’s elite season without Myles Garrett
Rams’ Byron Young is having his best career season even while Myles Garrett is out
Zuckerberg's image is in trouble - but Meta's business is booming
A new film paints the Meta founder as a villain. But the tech firm seems immune to bad publicity, writes our North America tech correspondent.
Fermilab to lead two new Genesis Mission awards to accelerate development of microelectronics and quantum
Two new awards will expand Fermilab’s critical role in the Genesis Mission by developing custom microelectronics and advancing quantum information science.
Padres see season come to disappointing end at Petco Park
News to know about your San Diego Padres and MLB for October 8, 2026.
Oil prices jump amid record tanker attacks in Hormuz
Oil prices climbed Thursday on continued worries about global supply and as record tanker attacks in the Middle East sent crossings through the Strait of Hormuz to a two-month low.
The California colleges where popular majors deliver top pay
These are the five most popular majors at California colleges: business administration, psychology, sociology, communications and registered nursing. And where you go to college to pursue those majors can make
Sutter Health tests sleep-friendly hospital room innovations
Hospital rooms often make it difficult for patients to sleep due to bright lights and loud noises, but Sutter Health is working to change that at its Innovation Center in San Francisco.
California sees early flu spike as health officials urge residents to get vaccinated
Hawaii Business Magazine features women leaders in Hawaiʻi's tech industry
Hawaii Business Magazine’s Jennifer Ablan and Grant Nakasone talk about their 2026 Wahine Issue focusing on women in the workforce.
Allina Health, Graco, and More Have 2026's Most Outstanding Directors
Honoring Minnesota's leaders in corporate governance
Shriners Children's to host free sports injury prevention forum Wednesday in Sacramento
Student-athletes, coaches, athletic trainers and families are invited to learn more about preventing sports injuries and what recovery looks like during a free community forum hosted by Shriners Children's Northern California.