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Gamer banned for 7,000 years for leaking Xbox game mocks devs
A Forza Horizon 6 modder known as DVS Squad quickly overcame a ban that was supposed to last multiple lifetimes
New poll finds big shift in Michigan governor's race
The new polling numbers represented a stark shift from a similar poll the Detroit Regional Chamber commissioned in late January and early February.
Birth tourism: a key part of Trump’s anti-immigration platform
The practice may be a major factor in an upcoming Supreme Court ruling
North Memorial Health Maple Grove Hospital nurses vote to approve unfair labor practice strike
Blue Jackets Sign Veteran Center to Long-Term Contract Extension
After being picked up last off-season, the Blue Jackets have announced a long-term deal for their 34-year-old veteran.
Peekskill Sports Roundup
Covering May 5-11, 2026 > Flag Football, Softball, Baseball, Track and Field, College Watch
Jen Kiggans, Virginia Republican, Faces Uproar Over Radio Host’s Racist Remark About Jeffries
Representative Jen Kiggans, a Republican in a tough re-election fight, faced criticism after she agreed with comments by a local radio host that included a racist line about Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic minority leader.
GOP Rep. Jen Kiggans faces backlash for agreeing with ‘cotton-picking’ comment about Hakeem Jeffries
Kiggans, one of Democrats’ top targets in November, later said she did not condone that racist phrase. One top Democrat has called on her to resign.
2026 Preakness Stakes horses, odds, predictions, post draw: Expert who nailed 11 winners reveals picks
Jody Demling, who has called 11 Preakness winners, reveals his 2026 Preakness Stakes picks with Golden Tempo not running
New Toolkit: Engaging Business Leaders in Public Health
A research-based, practical roadmap to initiate and deepen engagement with private sector leaders in ways that feel relevant, effective, and aligned.
New Toolkit: Engaging Business Leaders in Public Health
A research-based, practical roadmap to initiate and deepen engagement with private sector leaders in ways that feel relevant, effective, and aligned.
Can The Jumper Be Hacked? Inside Basketball's Next Arms Race
In the summer of 2024, during the WNBA’s Olympic break, several Atlanta Dream players who weren’t competing in Paris had gathered for a midseason training camp of sorts. Anyone watching would have seen what looked like a typical 3-on-3 scrimmage. In reality, it was anything but. The Dream weren’t playing in any ordinary gym, but…
How AI Is Reshaping Entrepreneurship for Gen Z and Small Business Owners
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming entrepreneurship by lowering barriers like cost, connections, and expertise. As a result, 77% of founders say it’s now accessible to start and grow a business regardless of background. Gen Z is driving this shift, with 73% managing multiple income streams and using AI to start and grow businesses. The result is a rise in flexible “portfolio careers,” where networks, personal branding, and digital tools are key to success. Key findings from LinkedIn’s research: 77% of founders say entrepreneurship is accessible regardless of background 73% of Gen Z entrepreneurs have multiple income streams 69% of founders say entrepreneurship is more achievable than ever 75% of entrepreneurs say networks are critical to success 68% of Gen Z entrepreneurs say AI is important to their business How are Gen Z entrepreneurs reshaping business? New research from LinkedIn shows how the use of AI, shifting career priorities, and evolving definitions of success are reshaping how businesses are started and grown. Gen Z is leading a shift toward more flexible ways of working, with nearly three-quarters (73%) of Gen Z entrepreneurs reporting multiple income streams, compared to 56% of Gen X. This highlights growth in “portfolio careers” designed to build resilience and create greater control over work and income. How is AI making entrepreneurship more accessible? AI and digital tools are making entrepreneurship more accessible, lowering traditional barriers such as cost, connections, and expertise. More than three-quarters (77%) of founders say entrepreneurship is accessible regardless of background, while 69% say it is more achievable today than ever before. Younger entrepreneurs are driving this change, with more than two-thirds (68%) of Gen Z entrepreneurs reporting that AI and digital tools are important to their business, more than twice the rate of Baby Boomers (27%). Nearly one in five (18%) Gen Z entrepreneurs say AI made starting their business feel possible. AI is also helping small business owners compete for talent: 57% of US entrepreneurs say that AI can help them compete with larger companies to find and attract better candidates. Related: The AI Edge for Entrepreneurs
Southwest Airlines suffers cracked windshield and forced to divert
As scary as a cracked windshield might sound, passengers are in little danger on the rare occasions such incidents occur.
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.
Scientists make old blood stem cells young again in major anti-aging breakthrough
As blood stem cells age, their lysosomes become overactive and damaged, triggering inflammation and weakening the body’s ability to regenerate healthy blood and immune cells. By calming this cellular “overdrive,” researchers restored the stem cells’ youthful function, dramatically boosting their ability to regenerate and produce balanced blood cells.
Sport helping displaced Lebanese living in stadium to cope
More than a million people have been forced to flee their homes in southern Lebanon due to fighting between Israeli forces and Hezbollah. As many shelter in Beirut stadiums, sport is sometimes a welcome distraction.
Bid to ban utility, state contractor giving plans to submit petitions
Michiganders for Money Out of Politics needs 356,958 valid petition signatures from Michigan voters to qualify for the Nov. 3 ballot
The Wildfire-Fighting Union Leader Who Could Change Montana Politics
Sam Forstag made a career of parachuting into forest fires. As Democrats fight to win races in solidly red districts, could a man who has dedicated his life to the most dangerous kind of public service signal a new way forward?
There's a New AP Business Course. College Board's CEO Explains Why (Opinion)
David Coleman talks financial literacy, workforce readiness, and engaging Gen Z.
3 things to know about Akron City Series sports this week
The Akron City Series is set to have its softball and baseball finals, and track and field championship meet this week. Check out the details.
Bengals schedule release news: Tracking reports and rumors
A live-updating tracker of the latest NFL schedule release news and rumors for the Bengals.
Flying the unfriendly skies: A business ethicist says goodbye to Spirit Airlines
'This will be the enduring legacy of Spirit Airlines. It set off a race to the bottom.'
Readers dismayed by Tennessee politics, urge reform
Concerns about gerrymandering and racial and political oppression spark calls for reform.
Detroit Osborn's Delila Gooden setting standard, records on the track
Detroit Osborn junior Delila Gooden is setting track school records in her second year. Her leadership is an asset for a growing Osborn program.
How the Working Families Party Can Promote Black Political Independence
In many state and local races, the WFP ballot line has helped Black candidates win office without falling in line with the Democratic political establishment.
Tuesday’s primaries will set up midterm matchups for Nebraska, West Virginia
Retiring Rep. Don Bacon’s 2nd District is a top target for Democrats, while Democratic drama in the Senate primary could shake up GOP Sen. Pete Ricketts’ re-election race.
UToledo Health Recognizes Outstanding Nurses
Fourteen UTMC nurses were honored last week for their commitment to excellence in patient care and professional practice.
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.
Garmin Forerunner 70: Everything That’s New & Changed!
Everything you need to know about the Garmin Forerunner 70, from the new features to accuracy, and plenty more!
Medina business owner bound for France to compete in four-wheeler race
While local business owner Jessica Elioff has enjoyed four-wheelers most of her life, she didn’t start racing them until 2019. And after seven years of success competing stateside, Elioff will travel to France in August with a team of two other women to compete in the international endurance race, Pont-de-Vaux.
What to know about states' efforts to limit corporate donations in politics
HONOLULU (AP) — Two states could try a new way to reduce the influence of corporations and hard-to-track “dark money” groups that have been able to spend unlimited amounts on politics since the Supreme Court's 2010 Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission ruling.
First Signatures of a Future Tectonic Split Are Bubbling Up In Zambia
The world has not stopped changing.
High school sports results, playoff schedule for Monday, May 11, 2026
MONDAY’S RESULTS Baseball CITY LEAGUE PLAYOFFS Championship Obama Academy 10, Brashear 0 WPIAL CLASS 4A PLAYOFFS First Round Derry 2, Beaver 1 Hampton...
CSC wins arbitration denying NIL deals to Nebraska players, but bigger fight looms in court
An arbitrator upheld the rejection of Nebraska football NIL contracts, but a looming California court date threatens to unravel the enforcement system
James Webb telescope reveals the clearest map ever of the Universe’s cosmic web
Astronomers using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have created the clearest map yet of the universe’s “cosmic web” — the enormous hidden structure that connects galaxies across space. By analyzing more than 164,000 galaxies through the massive COSMOS-Web survey, researchers were able to trace this vast network back to when the universe was just a billion years old.
This strange giant dinosaur may change what we know about Jurassic titans
A bizarre new giant dinosaur discovered in Argentina is giving paleontologists a fresh look at how Jurassic titans evolved in the Southern Hemisphere. Bicharracosaurus dionidei stretched about 20 meters long and carried a strange mix of features seen in both Diplodocus and Brachiosaurus relatives. Scientists believe it could represent the first known Jurassic brachiosaurid from South America, helping fill a major gap in the dinosaur fossil record.
DeepAFM: A deep learning method to decode protein motion
Proteins change shape as they function, and these changes are essential for processes such as drug interactions and cellular activity. Researchers from the Tokyo University of Science developed an AI-based method called DeepAFM that is trained on millions of simulated images representing different protein states, accurately identifying transitions between closed and open states in a protein called SecA. This approach highlights the growing potential of AI to solve complex challenges in biology and medicine.
MIT to Close Long-Running Business Journal
After a 67-year run, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology will no longer publish the MIT Sloan Management Review, officials announced late last month, citing broad changes to communications practices.
Racial gerrymandering may be here to stay
The Supreme Court has barred considering race when crafting legislative districts. But race could remain embedded in political gerrymandering, despite vehement claims to the contrary.
Driving Business Performance and Circular Water Practices at Moeve’s San Roque Energy Park
Optimizing water use through circular solutions is a key goal for Moeve as well as a strategic priority for Spain, due to growing pressure on the country’s water resources.
Scientists learn how mosquitoes are able to track and bite humans
Researchers found that infrared radiation from a source at roughly the temperature of human skin doubles mosquitoes’ host-seeking behavior.
Businesses offer events, special deals ahead of Preakness
Anne Arundel County businesses are embracing the Preakness Stakes with themed events and specials as Laurel Park prepares to host the race.
RFK Jr. Says Men in the '70s Had Twice as Much Sperm as Teenage Boys Today: 'Existential Crisis'
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. characterized the United States' declining birth rate as an "existential crisis," claiming that men in the 1970s had "twice the sperm count" as teenagers today during a White House event on maternal health on Monday, May 11.
Here’s what Mira Murati’s AI company is up to
Thinking Machines is showing off something called “interaction models.”
2026 College Football Odds: Can Indiana Repeat as Big Ten Champions?
Here's a first look at the 2026 Big Ten Championship odds as Ohio State, Indiana and Oregon headline the loaded title race.
How Democratic Divisions Are Playing Out in NYC’s Primary Races
Establishment and left-wing leaders are clashing over House seats scattered across the city.
Trump nominates David Cummins to head the TSA after a rocky period for the agency
Cummins worked as a senior vice president at Serco, a government contractor.
NASA’s C-20A Flights Advance Understanding of Earthquake Dynamics
NASA’s C-20A aircraft completed a series of flights on April 29 over Central California to contribute new data to improve the accuracy of the region’s
Pope Leo says ‘honest science’ is essential, warns truth itself is under attack
The pope said the church’s embrace of rigorous and “honest science” is now not merely valuable, but “essential.”
It’s Only a Matter of Time Until the Supreme Court Cracks on the 14th Amendment
The president has upped the pressure on conservative Justices. Something tells me they won’t be able to handle it.
Unions, businesses urge legislators in opposite directions on independent contractor rules
Business groups and freelances urged lawmakers to undo recently adopted rules on worker classification. Unions said they should persist.
Native American businesses have diversified beyond casinos to become a rural economic force. Trump is cutting off a lifeline that goes beyond tribes
Tribal enterprises are a lifeline for rural America, but a crackdown on federal contracting initiatives might upend their business model.
Pope to Vatican Observatory: Church Embraces Science To Find God in Creation
As he met with the Vatican Observatory Foundation, Pope Leo XIV upheld the Catholic Church's desire to seek God in His Creation through rigorous, honest science.
CRIME WATCH FOLLOWUP: Woman arrested, charged in three West Seattle business burglaries, and others
By Tracy Record West Seattle Blog editor A suspect has been arrested and charged in three West Seattle business burglaries - in addition to four others around the city. All but one were burglaries at pet-supply shops. The suspect is 27-year-old Teresa R. Scavotto, seen here in a photo from the charging documents: The seven counts of ...
Roundup: Home resales sluggish / Restaurants squeezed / Beef imports
Barely budging: Sales of previously owned U.S. homes barely rose in April from a nine-month low, underscoring a sluggish housing market at the start of the spring selling season. Contract closings edged up 0.2% to a 4.02 million annualized rate, according to National Association of Realtors data out Monday. That was slightly slower than the […]
THE WEEK OF MAY 11, 2026
- Agencies propose DEI prohibitions for contractors - Academies members call for NSB reinstatement - House to reveal DOE budget proposal
PAHO urges countries to expand the role of nursing to strengthen health systems in the Americas
Washington, D.C., May 11, 2026 (PAHO) — For International Nurses Day (May 12), the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is calling on countries in the Americas to take decisive action to strengthen and expand the area of advanced practice nursing, which is a key strategy to improve access to health services and build stronger, more people-centered health systems.
Digital Dividends: How Maryland’s Entertainment Scene is Embracing New Currencies
Maryland has always been a hub for high-stakes excitement, from the historic tracks at Pimlico to the modern floors of the state’s six major land-based gaming destinations. However, a quiet shift i…
Finmile boosts Net Zero Logistics with AI for route efficiency
Net Zero Logistics uses AI tool Finmile to enhance delivery efficiency, cutting costs and optimizing routes with real-time data tracking.
Scientists Thought Ravens Followed Wolves for Food. They Were Wrong. Ravens Predict Them
New GPS tracking suggests ravens navigate Yellowstone using a mental map of wolf kills.
'Unfinished business' top of mind for Arrow McLaren at Indy 500
The Arrow McLaren team has chosen “Unfinished Business” as the theme to describe the liveries of its four Indianapolis 500 entries, which speak to the organization’s ongoing efforts to capture its first win at the big event.The team that started life as Sam Schmidt Motorsports in 2001 has come close...
Government Contracts Insights
For all its controversy, complications, successes, and failures, the Small Business Administration’s 8(a) Business Development...
Economists warn of downturn as US businesses face rising costs
Costs are piling up for businesses during the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran — and many economists see a bleak outlook, with some bracing for a downturn in hiring and investment in the coming months.
Why political gerrymandering in the South will likely continue to consider voters’ race despite Supreme Court ruling
The Supreme Court has barred considering race when crafting legislative districts. But race could remain embedded in political gerrymandering, despite vehement claims to the contrary.
iRacing for Apple Vision Pro Now Available
iRacing is thrilled to announce the iRacing Connect app for Apple Vision Pro is now available on the App Store. The app facilitates connections between the world’s premier motorsport simulation and Apple Vision Pro, bringing the thrill of sim racing to an exciting new platform. iRacing for Apple Vision Pro utilizes foveated streaming to render … Read the Rest »
New method sharpens the search for alien biology
New UCR research shows that the search for life beyond Earth could benefit from a statistical approach that prioritizes patterns rather than searching for individual chemical or molecular traces.
Thailand study abroad enhances education through experience, perspective
Students discovered new perspectives during "eye-opening" Texas A&M Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology study abroad in Thailand.
Nurses at North Memorial Health Maple Grove Hospital take unfair labor practice strike vote
Pirates are already playing Forza Horizon 6 days before its launch
Crackers take advantage of unencrypted files that briefly appeared on Steam...
The Crossword, May 11: She's A Rainbow
Set the tone for your week and solve our Monday crossword. This week’s puzzle was constructed by Kelsey Dixon, and edited by Hoang-Kim Vu. Kelsey is a southerner by birth, a Mariah Carey fan by choice, and a Chicagoan by the grace of god. When she’s not busy working as the crossword editor for the Atlantic, she can…
Where scientists watch the forest breathe, findings uproot how people think about forest-atmosphere interactions
Photosynthesis is the oldest carbon-capture technology on Earth. For eons, plants have pulled carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and locked carbon—the building block of life on our planet—into their bodies ...
How Flo Health’s Research is Bridging the Knowledge Gap in Women’s Health
Flo’s research efforts are shaped by this reality: focusing on areas where lived, day-to-day health experiences are underrepresented in clinical literature, but deeply consequential in practice.
UNC Health plans Wilmington hospital
UNC Health plans to create a community hospital on a 62-acre proposed site in New Hanover County, pending regulatory approvals, according to an announcement Monday morning. “Planned for the southeast corner of South 17th Street and Shipyard Boulevard, the site was selected for its accessibility and its geographic infill capacity in serving a rapidly growing region,” according to the release. “This project marks a significant step forward in UNC Health’s commitment to improving access to primary care and specialty care closer to home.” Officials said the proposed hospital would offer a range of specialties, including emergency care, cardiology, oncology, OBGYN and more. While the not-for-profit, state-owned health system’s officials are planning the hospital, the proposal still requires state approval through North Carolina’s certificate of need (CON) process before it can become a reality. UNC Health is targeting an opening date of 2030, the release stated, and “will continue to engage openly with local community leaders and residents and share updates as plans evolve and progress is made towards achieving CON approval.” The state’s CON law requires healthcare providers to obtain a CON from the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services before developing or offering what the department’s website dubs “a new institutional health service.” The term encompasses a wide range of facilities, including hospitals. The news of UNC Health’s Wilmington plans follows the recent addition of Ernie Bovio to UNC Health. Bovio, who had served as president of the Novant Health Coastal Region since 2024, became regional president of UNC Health’s Southeast Coastal Region in April. “This is an important first step in our commitment to ensuring that families in Wilmington and the surrounding areas have access to the high-quality, compassionate care they deserve – right here at home,” Bovio stated in the release. “As I’ve listened to my own neighbors and community members across the region, I’ve heard a clear message: Wilmington is ready for more choice in healthcare – and UNC Health is ready to deliver it.” According to the release, Wilmington Health – one of the largest independent, physician-owned practices in Southeastern North Carolina – also supports the project, and its providers are expected to participate on the medical staff of the new facility. “Wilmington Health has served this community for more than 50 years, and we know firsthand that our patients are interested in choice,” stated Jeff James, CEO of Wilmington Health, in the release. “We strongly support UNC Health’s plan to bring a new community hospital to our region – closing critical gaps in specialty care and ensuring families across our region have options to access the services they need, right here at home.”
From Goddard to the stars: Roman telescope readies to widen science’s view
NASA is preparing to launch their newest telescope into space, The Nancy Grace Roman Telescope.(7News)
Hubble Survey Sets Up Roman’s Future Look Near Milky Way’s Center
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will be the first to make studying the galactic bulge a part of its core science objectives.
From agenda setting to policy adoption: Why some ideas succeed while others fail
Landry Signé explores the evolution of the agenda-setting literature and provides policymakers with a practical framework for policy agenda management.
Google says hackers used AI to create zero day security flaw for the first time
The findings make clear that the race to use AI to find network vulnerabilities has “already begun,” said researchers.
Democrat James Talarico, running for Senate to get money out of politics, attracts ultra-wealthy backers
Talarico says he’d like to get rid of political action committees like the one supporting him.
Malaysia’s Umno marks 80th anniversary with show of Malay political power
The party held its celebrations in the Johor palace where it was founded, signalling it is back on track ahead of coming state polls.
Indy 500 dates, 2026 schedule, Indianapolis weather, UK race start time for IndyCar's biggest event and how to watch or stream on Sky Sports
Interactive Mental Health Resource Finder Launched
In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. today launched the SUNY Mental Health Resource Finder to help support students, faculty, and staff, as well as...
NCAA debuts ‘Tomorrow’s Leaders, Today’ campaign to celebrate the lessons learned beyond competition
The NCAA's newest brand campaign, "Tomorrow's Leaders, Today," showcases how college sports develop life skills and character traits that extend far beyond the game, leading to student-athletes' success later in life. The ad debuted over the weekend and will run throughout the NCAA spring championship season.
KFF Health Tracking Poll: Public Views on Foreign Aid and Global Health Spending
This poll finds that less than half of the public now wants the U.S. to play at least a major role in improving the health of people in developing countries. When asked about the administration’s changes to foreign aid and global health, more people perceive a negative impact than a positive one.
Sports Daily: Royals get set for week on road after series win; Did KU add missing piece?
The Royals take the weekend series against Detroit and reset the division race.
Scientists Question Trust in AI Over Colleagues
The Conversation publishes an article by researchers at the Institute for Basic Science arguing that rapid adoption of AI in laboratories risks eroding scientific culture and human relationships. The article cites **AlphaFold** as an example of an AI tool that dramatically sped protein-structure prediction, and it notes a broader boom in national initiatives to integrate AI into science, per The Conversation. The authors warn that early-career researchers may outsource troubleshooting and critical evaluation to AI, which could weaken independent thinking and collegial critique. Editorial analysis: For practitioners, the piece highlights trade offs between productivity gains and the social practices that sustain reproducible research.
Bar, motel, farmland, towers: See 30 latest business, apartment, land sales ($151 to $39.8M)
See a list of property sales in Onondaga County other than residential homes.
Science of reading for all: Proposal would require Denver schools to use research-backed literacy lessons
A policy being considered by the Denver school board would require the district to ensure students with dyslexia are identified early and that all students have access to “high-quality digital apps” to practice reading at home.
Forza Horizon 6 files were accidentally released on Steam early, though would-be pirates are getting their accounts slammed with bans
Forza Horizon 6 files were accidentally uploaded to Steam, leading to the game getting cracked. Early players are getting accounts banned.
Pope to Vatican Observatory: Church embraces science to find God in Creation
As he meets with the Vatican Observatory Foundation, Pope Leo XIV upholds the Catholic Church’s desire to seek God in His Creation through rigorous, ...
Safe, Healthy, and Happy: Practical Tips To Help Kids Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing Make the Most of Summer
Swimming, playing outside, and traveling are central parts of the summer experience for many children. For families with children who are deaf and hard of hearing, taking some additional precautions can help kids stay safe without sacrificing any of the fun.
Democrats’ internal fights sway the race to succeed Nancy Pelosi in San Francisco
With just weeks to go in the first round of the race to replace Nancy Pelosi in her San Francisco-based district, an iconic center of liberalism is trying to figure out what comes next. As the Democratic Party churns over what makes a progressive and what kind of fighters its base wants, how to tackle affordability, or even whether to use the word “genocide” about Gaza, those fights are coming to a head on in the streets of the city Pelosi has represented since 1987.
Antitrust suit seeks better prices for farmers
A stack of papers is keeping eastern Colorado and western Kansas farmers out of the lucrative west-coast market and bringing a group together to levy an antitrust suit against the railroads. Stefan Soloviev was an unlikely farmer with his full-sleeve tattoos, big-city upbringing, and a last name that looked very different from the primarily German surnames […]
Hear Congress candidates Nunn, Trone Garriott on immigration, tariffs
An uncontested primary election will set the stage for Iowa's highly targeted 3rd Congressional District race. Meet the candidates.
Forza Horizon 6 has been leaked and cracked a week before its release
The source of the leak appears to be an unencrypted Steam preload.
Black Michiganders face wide health disparities
A new report shows racial health gaps persist across Michigan.
The missing cybersecurity leader in small business
With the average cyberattack costing SMBs over $250,000, Georgianna Shea and Cason Smith argue that virtual and fractional CISOs are no longer optional. Discover why federal support for high-level security leadership is critical to protecting the backbone of the American economy.
Logitech’s tiny folding mouse improves upon the laptop trackpad
The design looks like a flip phone.
Trump-Xi summit comes with high stakes for Taiwan, the island democracy that China claims as its own
President Donald Trump has demonstrated greater ambivalence toward Taiwan in his second term