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Penobscot Community Health Care announces consolidation and layoffs amid financial challenges
Penobscot Community Health Care says it's closing its Adult Wellness Center in Bangor in November and will transition patients to other locations. It's also eliminating 16 administrative positions, though 11 employees will transfer to new roles.
AP Was There: In 1970, Gloria Steinem was a journalist, a feminist and a member of the glitterati
In April 1970, Gloria Steinem invited Lynn Sherr, who was then an Associated Press feature writer, into her Manhattan home.
Petersburg Medical Center to receive federal grants to expand telehealth, maternal health, and behavioral health programs
The Petersburg Medical Center is positioned to receive more than a million dollars between three Rural Health Transformation Program grants. Administrators say they are projects that are ready to hit the ground running.
Gloria Steinem in Her Own Words on Women's Rights, Abortion Politics and Being Called the B-Word
In interviews and emails, Gloria Steinem shared with Associated Press reporters over the years her thoughts on social changes she had witnessed as a leading voice for women, the importance of abortion rights and the correct way to respond when being called the B-word. The author and feminist icon ...
Coins, cards and buildings: Where the government has Trump’s name and face
President Donald Trump’s administration has put his name on more than a dozen buildings, documents, government items and programs during his second term.
Why we’re suing to release small business funds Congress already approved
Two small business support organization leaders filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to compel the release of hundreds of millions of dollars in congressional appropriations for the Com…
Florida wants colleges out of politics, but its plan has a loophole
Florida wants public colleges out of politics. But a loophole in its neutrality plan could give administrators a new license to speak out.
Trump administration ratchets up fight to get more oil flowing from California
California has some working offshore rigs
Judge rejects Trump administration's plan to break up Google's ad business
Punishing a company for building the best product doesn't serve the businesses or users antitrust enforcers claim to protect.
Feminist icon Gloria Steinem dies at 92
Steinem was a celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women’s movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes throughout her life.
My unsung hero of science: Harriet Taylor Mill, the radical feminist philosopher who lived in the shadow of her husband
Taylor Mill cut to the heart of issues in political thought such as patriarchy, socio-economic justice and freedom.
Trump administration says agencies may stop working with the Smithsonian
The Trump administration has suggested federal agencies may stop working with the Smithsonian Institution if its leadership does not change, ramping up a monthslong pressure campaign to align the world’s largest museum complex with its views.
Nuclear power drive boosts southwestern uranium mills — and tribal health concerns
The Havasupai, Ute Mountain Ute tribes worry that a Utah uranium mill may foul groundwater as Trump administration boosts nuclear energy.
Beyond Finger Pointing: The Fight to Lower Health Care Costs
In a live conversation recorded at Aspen Ideas: Health, executives from a hospital, insurer and pharmacy join a top Trump administration official and leading health economist to discuss how to collectively bring down health care costs.
Can Andy Burnham transform British politics?
The new British prime minister promises a more interventionist and decentralized state, but there are forces at play that could prevent a fundamental reset.
As election looms, Netanyahu turns his focus to his divided base
As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeks reelection, his main concern these days isn’t his political rivals. It’s some of his biggest supporters.
With his eye on reelection, Israel's Netanyahu turns his focus to his divided base
As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeks reelection, his main concern these days isn’t his political rivals | WBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM
Letter to the Editor
The University of Alabama continues to invite political interference into the work of UA. After the passage of House Bill 580 in April, University administration has rolled out voluntary compliance to this bill. It is voluntary because UA was explicitly exempt from this bill. The new policies require redundant and more time-intensive post-tenure reviews. New...
Burnham to tackle 'mega-donors' in UK politics, minister says
Some MPs have pressed for the government to introduce a cap on UK-based donors.
Trump administration threatens to cut off agencies’ ties to Smithsonian
Echoing White House attacks, an Interior Department letter threatened the institution “under current leadership” with loss of support for sourcing artifacts and more.
Judge Rejects DOJ Request to Break Up Google’s Ad Business | What’s News for Sept. 2
Plus, the Trump administration backs OpenAI in a copyright suit and our inside look at an uber rich divorce
Trump Administration Launches Blitz to Find Elusive Voter Fraud Ahead of Midterms
The practice is exceedingly rare, but President Trump has fixated on rooting it out this year, claiming without evidence that tens of thousands of noncitizens are registered to vote.
Top U.S. doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion
Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines — and highlight the science behind them — saying they hope to ease confusion caused by the Trump administration's changing advice.
Court dismisses Trump administration's sanctuary city lawsuit against Rochester
This is the second time a DOJ lawsuit against Rochester's sanctuary city policies has been thrown out.
A Staggering Fish Could Have Been Alive Before the United States Existed—and May Still Be Swimming Today, Research Suggests
The fish’s extreme lifespan could reshape how conservationists protect it.
US medical groups urge people to get flu and Covid shots in counter to Trump guidance
Top medical groups band together to ease confusion from Trump administration’s changing immunization advice
Farewell Keir Starmer, a terrible politician whom we desperately wanted to be something more
‘U-turn’ doesn’t do justice to the myriad ways he found to break a pledge. Now the former PM is resigning as an MP, why did I have such high hopes? asks Guardian columnist Zoe Williams
Canadian PM tells Trump to 'stop trying to be tough' in trade fight
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told Americans to "stop trying to be tough" and called U.S. Cabinet secretaries' mockery "beneath their office."
The Latest: Canadian Prime Minister Carney tells Trump: ‘Stop trying to be tough’
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is pushing back against a fresh wave of hostility from Washington, telling the Trump administration Tuesday to “stop doing memes, stop throwing shade and stop trying to be tough.”.
This environment is antagonistic to local business
Last week, The News-Gazette reported on a real estate covenant gumming things up for a potential locally owned and operated pharmacy in Urbana. As you may recall, both the Walgreens and CVS on Philo Road ...
More than 900 killed in Gaza this year despite ceasefire, Hamas-run health ministry says
The ministry says the total number of people killed in the Strip since 10 October is now more than 1,300, including 301 children.
FIA wrong to lift Russia ban
The FIA was wrong to lift the ban on Russian competitors because nothing has changed since it was imposed, the Ukrainian Minister for Youth and Sport says.
New evidence shows Boulder climate lab was dismantled in act of political reprisal, lawsuit alleges
New evidence shows pure politics was behind the Trump administration's threat to dismantle Boulder's NCAR climate lab, a lawsuit says
Not enough money, people or paper: Election officials say they can’t comply with Trump’s proposed mail ballot rules
Trump administration efforts to force change in the handling of election ballots may be facing a bigger hurdle than the cross-country court challenges and resistance: Election officials insist it is simply too late for them to even try to comply with the proposed rules.
Trump takes aim at American science as China pulls ahead
NEWS ANALYSIS. For US President Donald Trump, science is plagued by 'woke ideology.' His administration announced that, starting in October, research projects eligible for funding must align with 'government priorities.'
South Korea science ministry seeks record $21.6 billion budget
S. Korea's science ministry proposed a record 29.6 trillion won budget for 2027, with major increases for AI models and computing infrastructure.
Creighton Index shows a slight gain in Arkansas business confidence
Economic activity improved in the mid-America region thanks to growth in the manufacturing sector. Negative impacts of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration and inflation were a drag on the...
Johnson’s starring role in World Business Chicago videos draws ethics hearing
The videos feature Johnson narrating investments his administration has made in city neighborhoods.
Johnson’s starring role in World Business Chicago videos draws ethics hearing
The videos feature Johnson narrating investments his administration has made in city neighborhoods.
The US trade war strategy is to troll Canada
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who walked away from US trade talks last week due to what he said was American intransigence, now wants to get negotiations started again.
Israel’s politics pivot to shared good health
A prominent Zionist politician will run in the next election with an Israeli Arab party, perhaps making it a political kingmaker. His vision: an Israel that can heal its many divides in a way similar to how institutions of healing provide universal care based on equal dignity.
Stanford Health Care, John Muir Health to cut 173 Bay Area jobs
Stanford Health Care is eliminating 95 technology and administrative jobs in Palo Alto, while John Muir Health plans to cut 78 positions across several East Bay locations.
Nicki Minaj joins Trump administration’s small business pitch competition as judge
The rapper will serve on the panel for the SBA’s “Million Dollar Pitch Competition” alongside business executives and other celebrities.
Should California backfill science funding Trump cut? Voters could decide in 2028
Last year the Trump administration cut more than 1,000 California science research grants. A bond measure would restore some of that funding.
Should California backfill science funding Trump cut? Voters could decide in 2028
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A California science bond measure to counter the Trump administration’s research cuts is back from the dead after state lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom reached a deal last week to place the $7.5 billion request to voters on the March 2028 ballot. Senate […]
As Carney takes stand against Trump, Canadian voters reward his party with sweep of 3 special elections
Prime Minister Mark Carney said the results amounted to an endorsement of his government’s approach.
Small Business Administration to provide relief in Randolph, Saline County following severe weather
Low-interest federal disaster loans will be available to those affected by severe weather in Randolph and Saline Counties last spring.
Trump names pastor to advise administration on tobacco health
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Pastor Darrell Scott will serve his administration as an adviser for tobacco health issues on a committee that advises the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Trump Names Pastor to Advise Administration on Tobacco Health
WASHINGTON, Sept 1 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Pastor Darrell Scott will serve his administration as an adviser for tobacco health issues on a committee that advises the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "For far too long,
How SBGA Helps Small Businesses Build Operations That Keep Up With Growth
. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, small businesses account for the vast majority of American companies and employ nearly half the private-sector workforce.
Keir Starmer announces he is standing down as MP
The move will trigger a by-election to replace the former prime minister in his London constituency.
Sanford Health, North Memorial Health complete partnership
The combined health system will keep essential services at Robbinsdale Hospital while building stronger rural-urban care across Minnesota.
Alabama Rural Health Transformation Advisory Group digs into $144 million in grants
The administrators behind the Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program provided grant updates to lawmakers who oversee the initiative.
The Trump Administration Is Dismantling One of America's Greatest Strategic Assets: Its Scientific Workforce
The loss of US scientific expertise will be measured in discoveries and medical advances never made, and lives that might have been saved.
Healthcare Heroes 2026
Celebrating the 2026 Healthcare Heroes in Nevada—honoring outstanding administrators, doctors, educators, and volunteers shaping Silver State healthcare.
The Trump administration is burying science and health care in paperwork
This White House has become the paperwork administration, write Brandon Marshall and Abdullah Shihipar.
The Trump administration is burying science and health care in paperwork
This White House has become the paperwork administration, write Brandon Marshall and Abdullah Shihipar.
Burnham to say he wants to unlock ‘positivity’ in first statement to MPs since becoming PM
Prime minister will bring upbeat message to adversarial Commons after a summer of policy announcements and improved poll ratings
How the Pentagon Is Getting Into the Venezuelan Oil Business Under Trump
The Defense Department’s Office of Strategic Capital, founded by the Biden administration to give loans to bolster the U.S. defense industry, is helping lead President Trump’s oil deal.
US Small Business Administration to offer low-interest loans to Indiana homeowners, entrepreneurs impacted by flooding
INDIANAPOLIS — The U.S. Small Business Administration is planning to offer low-interest loans to Indiana homeowners and entrepreneurs who were impacted by flooding earlier this month. Hoosiers in t…
The IDA Health Window Is Gaining Traction: Four Responses to the Proposal
I recently proposed an IDA Health Window as the future of multilateral global health financing. The proposal is beginning to gain traction. It has received interest (mostly positive, but always with good, constructive challenges) from colleagues associated with the Accra Reset; Africa CDC and the African High-Level Ministerial Committee on Global Health Architecture Reform; low- and middle-income country health and finance officials; key high-income donors including the UK, France, Germany, and Norway; the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank; the World Health Organization, Wellcome Trust, and civil society.
Texas hospitals to lose $27 million in Medicaid funding daily
Starting Sept. 1, the Trump administration will withhold about $9.8 billion in extra annual funding that helps hospitals cover the difference between Medicaid payments and the actual cost of services.
Health Brief: More drugmakers cut pricing deals
Plus: Nonprofits break down foreign aid cuts amid Trump administration shift to global health strategy
C.D.C. Director Challenges Pennsylvania’s Report of Two Measles Deaths
Questioning a state’s investigation is highly unusual for the public health agency, but reflects tensions between the Trump administration and many states over health issues.
Defense Dept., SBA aim to revamp US defense industrial pipeline
SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler discusses how small businesses are working with the US government to replenish defense supplies amid the Iran conflict on 'The Claman Countdown.'
Jennifer Aniston’s boyfriend Jim Curtis reveals how the couple resolves fights in the ‘honeymoon phase’ stage
Jennifer Aniston’s boyfriend, hypnotherapist Jim Curtis, is revealing how the couple resolves conflicts while navigating the ‘honeymoon phase’ of their relationship.
Bessent on trade war with Canada: Carney ‘chose to walk away’ from a deal
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday took aim at Prime Minister Mark Carney, claiming that the Canadian leader “chose to walk away” from a trade deal. “And then he started this. And it’s unfo…
Florida grand jury finds DeSantis administration misused $10 million, but no charges have been filed
Despite the lack of charges, the report ignited a new round of criticism aimed at Gov. Ron DeSantis and other top state Republicans over the charity receiving $10 million from a state Medicaid settlement intended to help poor children get health insurance.
Republicans ask Supreme Court to let them air TV ads for less
Republican campaign groups – supported by the Trump administration – asked the Supreme Court on Monday to let them purchase television advertising at discounted rates
Trump admin shuts down 270 driving schools in fraud crackdown
President Donald Trump's administration continued its nationwide campaign against fraud with new announcements targeting trucking fraud in Detroit.
Bessent heads to G20 to rally allies on Iran as tariffs strain ties
The Group of 20 finance ministers is meeting in Asheville, North Carolina, on Monday and Tuesday.
CT’s Community Health Centers Earn National Recognition
The federal Health Resources and Services Administration recently awarded Community Health Quality Recognition badges to community health centers across the country, including Connecticut’s 17 health centers.
U.S. Special Envoy for Global Partnerships Paolo Zampolli’s Meeting with Uzbekistan's Minister of Sports and National Olympic Committee
U.S. Special Envoy for Global Partnerships Paolo Zampolli’s Meeting with Uzbekistan’s Minister of Sports and National Olympic Committee Tashkent, Uzbekistan – August 31, 2026 – U.S. Special Envoy for Global Partnerships Paolo Zampolli met with the leadership of the Ministry of Sports and the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Uzbekistan to discuss the current state of the U.S.-Uzbekistan sports cooperation and prospects for its continued growth. Discussions focused on strengthening international sports cooperation, advancing the Olympic movement, and identifying promising joint projects. Special Envoy Zampolli congratulated Uzbekistan on its selection as the host of the 2027 World Fencing Championships and welcomed Uzbekistan’s possible participation in a planned World Robotics Organization. Special Envoy Zampolli also congratulated the people of Uzbekistan on the 35th anniversary of the country’s independence. “Sport brings people together like nothing else,” said Special Envoy Zampolli. This engagement builds on Special Envoy Zampolli’s prior meetings with Uzbekistan’s national sports leaders and teams and reflects the United States’ sustained commitment to sports diplomacy as a bridge for cultural exchange and international cooperation.
Treasury Department blocks certain journalists from covering G20 meeting
The New York Times said in a statement that denying American journalists access to an event in the U.S. is “not just another disturbing effort by the administration to undermine independent journalism, but a blatant attempt to evade public scrutiny.”
Clashing Convictions Of Taliban And The West Is Costing Afghan Lives
Two sets of dogmas contend in Afghanistan: those of the Taliban and the West. Neither side pays the real price for their beliefs. Ordinary Afghans do with
Live updates: U.S. and Iran trade strikes after monthlong lull
Live updates and the latest news as the U.S. and Iran trade strikes after monthlong lull and Trump voters express frustrations with the administration in interviews with NBC News.
RFK Jr. packs health agencies with political appointees
Eighteen months into Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s tenure leading the Health Department, he’s stacked his agencies with more political appointees than any other recent administration, while reducing staffing to a 20-year low.
RFK Jr. packs health agencies with political appointees
Eighteen months into Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s tenure leading the Health Department, he’s stacked his agencies with more political appointees than any other recent administration, while reducing staffing to a 20-year low.
Trump’s deals in Africa could cut U.S. health aid by more than half, analysis shows
The planned reductions — targeting programs that combat the spread of deadly diseases — coincide with an administration push to make developing nations spend more.
How Guthrie plans to help PA Medicaid patients
The health system is expanding its volunteer program to keep patients insured when the Trump administration’s stricter Medicaid rules go into effect.
South Korea court finds Unification Church leader Han guilty
A South Korean court on Monday found Unification Church leader Han Hak-ja guilty in a case concerning political funds law violations and bribery tied to alleged efforts to cultivate influence with former President Yoon Suk Yeol's administration.
UK science breakthroughs are being exploited overseas, minister says
Chris McDonald says British discoveries are being developed abroad because start-ups cannot find enough investment or laboratory space at home
Recruiter places ‘phoenix’ firm into liquidation just months after repurchase erased millions in debt
New company reportedly quickly fell behind with promised repayments to administrator
Trump administration cuts health care coverage for some transgender youth in California
Newsom’s 2026-27 budget already includes $10 million for “capacity grants to gender-affirming care services providers,” plus $8 million each in the next two budget years.
Rest for a priest not a luxury but a necessity for mental health, Nigerian Vatican official says
As part of a formation program, the secretary of the Vatican Dicastery for Evangelization urged priests to take time away from ministry to sustain their physical and mental health.
Trump administration deports relative of Afghans who helped US military to Central African Republic
His family in Afghanistan had received threats from the Taliban because of the work performed by his brothers in support of the U.S. military.
Trump administration faces pushback after looking to privatize land on Yosemite National Park
A plan being considered by the Trump administration to allow a developer to use a portion of Yosemite National Park land is facing strong opposition from elected officials and conservationists, reflecting broader concerns about privatizing some of the country’s most cherished landmarks.
Former Edmonton mayor lobbying for Oilers Entertainment Group
OEG seeking funding from federal housing ministry, DND for Village at Ice District housing
Oil deal with US is denounced by both sides of Venezuelan politics
Opposition said agreement with Trump administration was potentially illegal while government hardliners cast it as a betrayal
Central Colorado Humanists September 6 Sunday Science Program Focuses on Wolves - by Ark Valley Voice Staff
“The Truth About Wolves” is the title of the Central Colorado Humanists Sunday Science Program for September 6. Rebecca Burkhalter of Colorado Wild will
Letters: Golden anniversary suits Eric Sondheimer well
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on Times prep columnist Eric Sondheimer, the Dodgers, Rams and USC.
Williamson College of Business Administration to Honor 4 Alumni
YSU's Williamson College of Business Administration will celebrate its 30th annual Outstanding Alumni Awards on Oct. 16.
Was Dolly Parton a feminist? She wouldn’t say it, but fans heard it — in her life and her lyrics
Dolly Parton never embraced the feminist label, but her actions and lyrics spoke volumes.
Judge rules Trump unlawfully targeted foreign students who criticized Israel
The ruling was a win for Stanford’s student newspaper, The Stanford Daily, and it followed another court victory for students targeted by the Trump administration last year.
Trump says U.S. has entered deal with Venezuela to take control of 65 billion barrels of oil reserves
President Trump says his administration has entered a sweeping agreement with Venezuela that could give the U.S. access to vast amounts of the South American country's untapped oil reserves, at cost.
RFK Jr. questions measles deaths in Pennsylvania
Click in for more news from The Hill{beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story RFK Jr. seizes on Shapiro’s measles statements Top Trump administration health officials are seiz…
Trump says he will observe the 25th anniversary of 9/11 at the Pentagon
Vice President JD Vance will attend the New York observance and other administration officials will go to the ceremony in Shanksville, Pennsylvania
Trump says he will observe the 25th anniversary of 9/11 at the Pentagon
Vice President JD Vance will attend the New York observance and other administration officials will go to the ceremony in Shanksville, Pennsylvania