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Kendall Qualls’ lieutenant governor pick misstates age, is opaque about business background
Kendall Qualls — the Army veteran and former health care executive running for the Republicans nomination for Minnesota governor — announced Tuesday that Brian Nicholson will be his running mate, though he offered scant biographical details about the man who would be a heartbeat from the governor’s office. Qualls finished second in the precinct caucus […]
WATCH: Sen. Tillis calls for Noem's resignation as DHS head at oversight hearing
The Republican senator blasted Noem for her leadership decisions in the immigration enforcement ramp-up in Minneapolis.
The Supreme Court’s Republicans just seized the most dangerous power in constitutional law
The Court’s latest ruling invokes a power that corrupts every court that wields it.
Scientists, Engineers and Legal Experts Condemn Partisan Attack on Scientific Reference Manual for Judges
Last month, a government agency erased climate change from a manual that helps federal and state judges understand complex science in court. The political attack on the nonpartisan publication “should concern us all,” its co-authors warn.
$50 million in funding approved for Norman Rock Creek Entertainment District
The $50 million loan supports the proposed Rock Creek Entertainment District, including a new arena for the University of Oklahoma, with completion planned by 2029.
When ICE Sweeps a Community, Public Health Pays a Price
The Trump administration announced on Feb. 12, 2026, that it is ending Operation Metro Surge, its deployment of more than 3,000 federal immigration enforcement agents in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the surrounding metro area. Federal officials say some agents will remain in the area and have vowed ...
Tillis threatens to hijack Senate business amid frustrations with Noem
The retiring North Carolina Republican lashed the embattled DHS chief during her testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee.
How an FBI probe has upended Kansas City politics — and what we still don’t know
The outlines of a widening federal investigation have come into view.
Who's running in the Texas Republican primary? Here are the candidates
Voting ends on March 3 in Texas Congressional primary race. Here's what to know about the Republican race.
New signs Costco’s business center is coming. Here’s what midtown KC loses
Community, that’s what longtime Midtown Marketplace anchor Costco on Linwood Boulevard has brought as it faces renovation. From David Hudnall:
Check your pantry. Public health alert issued for beef jerky snacks.
In a notice shared online March 1, the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service said the three products may contain an allergen.
Texas Senate Primary Election 2026 Live Results
See live results from the 2026 Texas Senate primary election as Republican and Democratic votes are counted by candidate and county.
Scientists create autism panel, citing RFK Jr.’s politicization of research
The scientists launched the independent autism advisory panel to counter what they see as the politicization of research by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Assessing the Impacts of Foreign Pollution on U.S. Public Health and Manufacturing
Foreign pollution carried by global winds harms U.S. air quality, public health, and manufacturing. This brief examines impacts and outlines policy solutions to address pollution at its source.
Brewing Better Health Episode 3: What Respect Makes Possible with Karla Wagner
Karla Wagner, Ph.D., joins Dean Muge Akpinar-Elci, M.D., MPH, to discuss harm reduction, trust and respect in public health.
Crenshaw says political enemies came out 'with their knives' as Texas GOP primary looms
Texas GOP primary heats up as Rep. Dan Crenshaw faces Republican challenger Steve Toth, despite lacking key endorsements from Sen. Ted Cruz.
World Baseball Classic Power Rankings: Team USA boasts loaded squad; Dominican Republic, Japan bulk up
Let's dive into the 10 best WBC entrants
Metformin treated diabetes for 60 years. Now scientists find it works in the brain too - Futura-Sciences
Doctors have prescribed metformin for type 2 diabetes since the 1950s. It works: reliably, cheaply, and with a safety record few drugs can match. What nobody fully understood, until now, was how. A study published in Science Advances on July 30, 2025, by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and...
Noem will testify in the Senate in her first appearance since 2 Minneapolis protesters' deaths
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testifies in the Senate as backlash grows over deadly immigration enforcement actions tied to President Donald Trump’s deportation push
‘Scientific Thinking Belongs to Everyone’: Rush Holt on Science and Politics
Physicist and former Congressman Rush Holt spoke about science, democracy and returning scientific research to the public.
‘Scientific Thinking Belongs to Everyone’: Rush Holt on Science and Politics
Physicist and former Congressman Rush Holt spoke about science, democracy and returning scientific research to the public.
AHCA/NCAL Submits Comments on Health Information Interoperability Proposed Rule
AHCA/NCAL submitted comments recently to the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ASTP/ONC) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in response to ...
Data Drives Public Health From Clinic to Community
Public health agencies need data to keep people healthy but getting that information depends on the cooperation of many people and organizations across health care and government.
Charlotte Stone Named Leader of the Quarter for UNC Health Pardee
Charlotte Stone Named Leader of the Quarter for UNC Health Pardee
How the IRC supports women’s health amidst crisis in remote regions of the DRC
In times of conflict, women and girls face the greatest risks—violence, exploitation and limited access to essential care. This International Women’s Day, discover how the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is supporting survivors of gender-based violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
The cost of chaos at the CDC
Confusion at the federal level and funding cuts are devastating local health departments.
There were 13 full-service public health clinics in L.A. County. Now there are 6
On Feb. 27, the L.A. County Department of Public Health eliminated services at six of its 13 free clinics, citing funding cuts at the federal, state and local levels.
Vulnerable Republicans in California's redrawn congressional districts back war in Iran
Republicans facing tough reelection fights in this year's midterms are backing President Trump's attacks on Iran, which are unpopular, according to recent polling.
GOP, Democrats both face political risks from fast-moving Iran war
Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill are scrambling to respond to the fast-developing conflict with Iran that has embroiled several U.S. allies in the Middle East and caused energy prices to s…
Mabel the dog and the sports radio talk show host in Charlotte she rescued
Travis “T-Bone” Hancock, who co-hosts a morning sports radio show on Charlotte’s WFNZ, recently had to face the day every pet owner dreads.
Tennessee GOP standards disqualify three Knox County candidates
These three people running in the Republican primary can't be on the ballot, party leaders say. But their appeals are pending.
What Tuesday’s big midterm contests will reveal about Trump and Democrats
New congressional maps will debut in Texas and North Carolina as Republicans try to defend their majorities and Democrats hope they can flip both chambers.
How Trump assassination attempts played into his decision to attack Iran
President Donald Trump acknowledged for the first time a personal rationale for attacking Iran: “I got him before he got me.”
World Birth Defects Day: “Behind every diagnosis is a story that deserves to be supported through strong public policies and strengthened health systems”
Interview with Pablo Durán, Regional Advisor on Perinatal and Neonatal Health at PAHOWashington, D.C., March 3, 2026 (PAHO) – Today marks World Birth Defects Day, an opportunity to raise awareness about a group of conditions that remain one of the leading causes of neonatal mortality and childhood disability in the Region of the Americas. Although many can be prevented or treated, thousands of families each year face diagnoses that require specialized care, continuous follow-up, and comprehensive support.
Pollution and mental health: current scientific evidence
This briefing discusses the evidence that is currently available on the associations between environmental pollution and mental health. It is based on a review of the scientific literature, and it supports the zero pollution action plan (ZPAP) and the European Union’s (EU’s) Eighth Environment Action Programme (8 th EAP). Related content can be found here: Climate change impacts on mental health in Europe ; Impact of air pollution on mental health (signal) .
Small Business
This brand-new documentary series takes viewers inside small businesses to break down what they earn, what they spend, how they grow, and what it takes to stay profitable. We explore everything from payroll to marketing—all told through the voice of the business owner, as they show us the systems, challenges, and decisions that shape their bottom line.
GOP congressman enters Texas primary fighting to keep his job after allegations of an affair
Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas is seeking to fend off a primary challenge that comes as he faces calls to resign over allegations of having an affair with an aide
North Carolina primary could mean Roy Cooper vs Michael Whatley in pivotal fall Senate race
North Carolina’s U.S. Senate primary will set up a high-stakes race in the fall that could decide control of the chamber
A mess in Texas? What to watch in Tuesday's primaries
The 2026 midterm season begins in earnest on Tuesday with two of the nation’s most consequential Senate primaries playing out in Texas
Investigation finds ‘secretly’ added chemicals of unknown safety in US food supply
Over 100 chemicals of unknown safety were secretly added to foods and supplements without notifying the public or the FDA, a new investigation found.
PHOTOS: Mount Tabor at Charlotte Catholic
Mount Tabor played at Charlotte Catholic in the NCHSAA 6A state quarterfinals Monday. Photos by Tracy Kimball, Charlotte Observer
Detroit Mayor Sheffield appoints Ali Abazeed as city's new chief public health officer
Foxboro select board set to meet for first time since delaying FIFA’s entertainment license
Foxboro’s select board will convene Tuesday night for their first public meeting after denying FIFA and the host city of Boston an entertainment license for seven World Cup matches to begin this June at Gillette Stadium.
War in Iran jolts final day of campaigning in Texas primary
Candidates in Texas’ tightly competitive U.S. Senate primary were treading carefully in response to news of U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran
Mayor Lurie to S.F. public health department: Cut $40 million more
Mayor Daniel Lurie last week asked the S.F. public health department to cut an additional $40 million from its budget over the next two years.
Second unvaccinated Broomfield High School student contracts measles, Colorado health officials say
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and Adams County Health Department confirmed a new case of measles on Monday and are warning Broomfield and Westminster residents about possible exposure.
Supreme Court preserves only GOP-held congressional district in NYC for 2026 elections
The Supreme Court on Monday sided with Republicans in ruling that the boundaries of the only GOP-held congressional district in New York City do not not need to be redrawn for the 2026 elections, despite a court ruling that the district is unfair to Black and Hispanic residents.
Supreme Court blocks redrawing of Republican’s district in New York
A state trial court ordered the state to redraw the district to include a greater number of Black and Latino voters.
Are mental health apps like doctors, yogis, drugs or supplements?
Cornell researchers are recommending new guidelines for developing safe and responsible large language model-based mental well-being apps by consulting relevant experts and reviewing existing state and federal regulations.
Entertainment Tuesday: Test your movie knowledge
Every Tuesday, our Good Day Northern Michigan team wants to know just how much you know about movies, music and television shows!
In Miami campaign stop, Byron Donalds gives first glimpse into policy plans
Congressman Byron Donalds has not yet rolled out a detailed policy platform in his pitch to become Florida’s next governor.
In win for GOP, Supreme Court blocks NY map change before midterms
Republicans, including the Trump administration, asked the Supreme Court to intervene in a redistricting dispute in New York.
Supreme Court blocks redrawing of Republican-held congressional district in New York
The US Supreme Court on Monday approved an emergency appeal from a Republican congresswoman in New York who asked the justices to block a state court ruling that ordered her Staten Island-based district to be redrawn ahead of the midterm election.
Democrats’ newfound unity faces a test after US and Israeli strikes on Iran
Democrats stay mostly united against President Donald Trump, but the strikes on Iran are starting to reveal some splits in the party
How Adderall affects the heart when you don’t have ADHD: a cardiologist’s warning
Students sometimes take unprescribed Adderall to stay up late and study. According to new research out of Mayo Clinic, however, that may do more to the heart than those students realize.
In Their Words: How Trump's and his administration's statements on Iran evolved and conflicted
President Donald Trump and his team have given shifting and sometimes conflicting reasons for striking Iran, even as they claim the mission a total success
House panel releases videos of Clinton depositions in Epstein investigation
Former president Bill Clinton and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton appeared last week before the Republican-led House Oversight Committee.
Trump pushes back on mounting criticism about his Iran war battle plan as conflict spreads
President Donald Trump is pushing back on criticism that he hasn’t done enough to explain why it was necessary to start a war with Iran now or to articulate his vision for an endgame to the escalating conflict
Former Trump Cabinet secretary Ryan Zinke won't seek reelection to a Montana US House seat
A Republican lawmaker from Montana who served as interior secretary during President Donald Trump’s first administration says he will not seek reelection to a fifth term
Western Montana U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke said he won’t seek reelection citing health problems
Dr. Al Olszewski said he plans to run as a Republican in the Western District
The Harvard Square Business Association CelebratesWomen’s History Monthand Invites You to a Special Reception - Havard Square Business Association
Across the US, the UK and Australia, the month of March is celebrated as Women’s History Month. To commemorate this occassion, the Harvard Square Business Association annually publishes a list […]
Mayor Sheffield taps Dearborn exec as Detroit's chief health officer
Mayor Mary Sheffield announced that Dearborn's former chief public health officer will lead Detroit's health department.
How bipartisan health policy is made | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
A Dr. Lawrence H. and Roberta Cohn Forum.
Cuba's president pushes for 'urgent' changes to island's economic and business model
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel says his government should “immediately” focus on implementing urgent transformations to the island’s economic and social model as oil reserves in the Caribbean country dwindle
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield appoints public health officer
Opinion: Venture capital totals don’t tell Chicago’s full story
Chicago raised $2.6 billion in venture funding last year, but deeper investments in quantum, AI and advanced manufacturing may better signal its long-term economic trajectory, Christy George and Brad Henderson argue.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur Rings In Lunar New Year with Celebration for Patients and Residents - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur Skilled Nursing Facility partnered with NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health, Gouverneur, part of the public health
Sheffield names Dearborn official to become city's new Chief Public Health Officer
Ali Abazeed replaces Denise Fair Razo. After working with the U.S Department of Health and Human Services, he helped establish Dearborn's health department.
TL;DW: Ranked, Shyvana & More Dev Update
A short rundown of changes from today’s Dev Update.
Box Turtles Are Vanishing. Can Science Help Bring Them Back?
Smithsonian researcher Maxwell Earle explains how tracking tech can help protect struggling Eastern box turtle populations in Virginia.
Ruben Gallego backs Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner
Maine Democrat Graham Platner has picked up another Senate endorsement in his bid to flip a key Senate seat blue
The Cost of Measles and Public Health Implications
Understand the cost of measles, from a financial, health, and societal standpoint. Also, learn the best preventative measures while planning for impact.
U.S. Senate candidates in Texas make final pitches ahead of Tuesday primary
Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn is trying to avoid being the first Republican senator from Texas to lose a primary, and Democrats are hungry to win a Senate race.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in North Carolina's state primaries
North Carolina voters will narrow down the field of candidates Tuesday in a competitive U.S. Senate race that could decide control of the closely divided chamber in November
SOM Team Wins National Business-School Soccer Tournament
Hosted by the McCombs School of Business at UT Austin, the Texas Winter Classic MBA Invitational Soccer Tournament invites teams from top business programs to compete for the title.
Science of Fitting In: Do Best Friends or Popular Peers Shape Teen Behavior?
As kids enter adolescence, peer influence splits in two—often in ways adults miss. Following 543 middle schoolers for one semester, researchers found that best friends shape teens’ inner lives, from emotional struggles to academic challenges, while popular peers influence public, status-driven behaviors like social media use and weight concerns.
Caltrans to Host Contracting and Partnership Fresno Summit to Connect Businesses with State Contracting Opportunities
State of California
A priest helped her see her drinking problem. Talks with Jesus kept her sober. She’s not the only one
New research suggests that kind of connection may help others, too. A study published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry in February found that a person’s spiritual belief or a steady religious practice had a protective effect from addiction.
URI Political Science Professor Skip Mark discusses the definition and measurement of atrocities
Professor Mark recently published a peice in The Conversation titled, “Atrocities take place in democratic nations as well as autocratic ones – our database has logged them all.” The engaging and accessible story discusses how to define, measure, track, and address atrocities around the world and in the US. Link to the story: https://theconversation.com/atrocities-take-place-in-democratic-nations-as-well-as-autocratic-ones-our-database-has-logged-them-all-272879
The $2.8 trillion tax shelter hiding in plain sight
Ending tax-exempt status of business-like nonprofits can improve nation’s dire fiscal outlook.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Arkansas' state primaries
Arkansas voters will choose nominees for a full slate of federal, state and local offices in primary elections Tuesday
D-FW Business datebook for the week of March 1
A big week for earnings from national companies and a topical Dallas Fed conference on AI.
Call Of Duty Announces Black Ops Royale, A New Warzone Battle-Royale Mode Inspired By Blackout
We learned about Call of Duty's new approach to the battle royale genre.
America’s Protein Obsession, Explained | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Most Americans get plenty of protein—but under-consume other important nutrients.
Celebrate STEAM to Launch 2026 Atlanta Science Festival
To kick off the 13th annual Atlanta Science Festival, Georgia Tech will host its Celebrate STEAM event on March 7. Free and open to all, the event invites visitors to campus for hands-on demonstrations and experiences showcasing the innovation and excitement at the intersection of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Submission Period Now Open for the 2026 Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications; $640,000 To Be Awarded
Submissions are now being accepted for the 2026 Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications. The awards honor exceptional science communicators, science journalists, and research scientists who have developed creative, original work that addresses issues and advances in science, engineering, and medicine for the general public.
Can Science Explain Consciousness?
From plant sentience to AI feelings, Michael Pollan's new book explores the terrain of awareness.
Milken Institute School of Public Health, Social Mission Alliance Announce 2026 Awards for Excellence in Social Mission in Health Professions Education | Milken Institute School of Public Health | The George Washington University
The Social Mission Alliance announced the sixth cohort of Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation Awards for Excellence in Social Mission in Health Professions Education.
Science of fitting in: Do best friends or popular peers shape teen behavior?
As kids enter adolescence, peer influence splits in two—often in ways adults miss. Following 543 middle schoolers for one semester, researchers found that best friends shape teens’ inner lives, from emotional struggles to academic challenges, while popular peers influence public, status-driven behaviors like social media use and weight concerns. Far from being easily swayed, adolescents navigate peer influence strategically—an insight frequently overlooked by parents and educators.
Illinois cannabis shops warn of existential threat from vague rule change
Small cannabis companies fear a possible rule change by the state could empower wealthy competitors to set up shop near them, which could be a death knell.
Gwyneth Paltrow’s Business Partner Moj Mahdara Blasts Dems Over Iran
Kinship Ventures co-founder Moj Mahdara called on Dems to "wake up" and support Trump over his controversial military action against the Islamic Republic.
Trump presses ahead with Iran war despite warnings of political risk for midterms
U.S. President Donald Trump pressed ahead with military strikes against Iran despite private warnings from senior aides that the escalation could be difficult to contain and carry political risks for Republicans in November's midterm elections, according to two senior White House officials and a Republican close to the administration.
Graham Platner picks up second U.S. senator endorsement in crucial Maine race
Platner faced early controversy over social media posts and a tattoo. His Democratic opponent, Gov. Janet Mills, has the support of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-New York).
How 10-minute procedures and routine scans become five-figure medical bills
Health care prices are on the rise, and patients are flummoxed that even insurance companies aren’t doing more to control costs.
Tiny Public Assembly Theatre stages 3 new 12-minute plays a month
The tiny Public Assembly theater company is taking community theater to the next level by developing and performing three one-act plays per month. Seeing a show is the only prerequisite to submitting, and you might be surprised by the Hollywood star power that shows up.
Virginia’s new public health leaders take the helm as state agencies weather uncharted waters
Two men with deep experience in health care policy and practice have recently been tapped to oversee Virginia’s public health agencies, as health care remains a top concern for residents and an ongoing challenge for state and federal lawmakers.
Five Testy Moments From the Acrimonious Texas Senate Primaries
Ahead of Tuesday’s vote, the Democratic and Republican races have become increasingly personal and contentious.
Why John Cornyn, a Senate GOP stalwart, could lose his Texas primary
The four-term senator is determined to prevail Tuesday against two challengers who view him as a relic of the George W. Bush era. The race could go to a runoff in May.
What cost foreign prestige? China says no to some Western science journal fees
Chinese researchers will no longer be reimbursed for paper publication charges in Nature Communications, among others.
Blow after blow to the power of Iran and its proxy militias set the stage for US-Israel attacks
As Israel unleashed a sweeping military response to the brutal assault by Hamas on October 7, 2023, it aimed punch after punch at Iran, the militant group’s longtime sponsor, and its proxies