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Bettors Backing Favored Patriots, Seahawks Heading into Conference Championships
There has been some recent action on the underdogs, but sportsbooks still need the Broncos and Rams to cover.
Floor Trader Outlet: Carson City’s newest business for DIYers and contractors, with a focus on local partnerships
Floor Trader Outlet, located at 2290 E. William Street is Carson City’s newest one stop shop for all things flooring specifically for DIYers, small contractors, property managers, and those who […]
Patriots reveal uniforms for AFC Championship Game against Broncos
The Patriots will be wearing their all-white uniforms for their showdown in the AFC Championship Game against the Denver Broncos.
Seahawks announce captains for NFC Championship vs Rams
Each of the Seahawks' four NFC Championship captains has deep meaning to their rivalry with the Rams and/or the franchise's recent history.
OHSU board contemplates closure of primate research center; its scientists plead for support
Scientists at the Oregon National Primate Research Center say their work is driving critical medical advances. But leadership at the federal level has questioned the value of the research model, and committed to ending animal experiments.
This ‘small’ leadership slip is secretly killing morale
A growing body of research suggests that what feels like a “small” management oversight can quietly drain morale—and productivity—across an entire organization, Inc. writes. A new study from Wharton finds that even minor interpersonal slights, such as forgetting to acknowledge an employee’s birthday or overlooking simple gestures of recognition, can trigger measurable declines in engagement. […]
2 weeks ago, Drake Maye and Broncos D's season told one story about the turnover battle. Entering AFC championship game, another one lurks
TGI Group / Advent Buzz Announce Strategic Partnership as Official Business Development and Marketing Leads for Earth Week Miami 2026
/ January 23, 2026 / TGI SOLAR POWER GROUP (OTCMarkets:TSPG), a leader in sustainable technology and environmental real estate development, through its specialized digital marketing subsidiary ADVENT BUZZ, is proud to announce its official...
This week in HS Sports: Was public, private ‘restructuring’ the right move for all student-athletes?
Plenty of questions as the AHSAA's Central Board decides to split private schools away from their public school counterparts in championship play beginning in the fall.
Florida mayors, businesses and anglers to Trump: We don’t want offshore oil drilling
As a public comment period comes to a close, Florida leaders are pushing back against a new plan for offshore oil drilling.
2 pediatric patients treated for measles at Baptist Health emergency room, hospital says
Baptist Health said it treated two young patients from the same household for measles last Friday at its main campus in downtown Jacksonville.
Broncos and Patriots name honorary captains for AFC title game
The Broncos and Patriots have named their honorary captains for the AFC Championship game.
How Macron's Davos sunglasses spoke to the politics of friction with Trump
French President Emmanuel Macron’s sunglasses became a sensation at the Davos gathering of world leaders
Seminary dean explains how churches become centers of politics
Dean of Bethel Seminary explains why churches and houses of worship are entering the political conversation more than usual.
For Patriots fans: Confidence is OK — dismissing Broncos is not
As we head into Championship Sunday, it’s important to remember to walk before you run.
'The ultimate insult': Trump diminishing NATO's Afghanistan involvement causes distress in UK
Trump said in an interview in Davos on Thursday that he wasn't sure NATO would support the United States if and when requested. He said that troops "stayed a little back a little off the front lines."
Pardoned Binance founder Zhao says his business relationship with the Trumps was 'misconstrued'
Binance founder and former CEO Changpeng "CZ" Zhao said that he has "no business relationships whatsoever" with the Trump family.
Vegas-Style Sphere Planned for Maryland Entertainment Complex
No contractor has been named for the estimated $1-billion Sphere project outside Washington, D.C.
David Beckham explains why his Bank of America sports deal isn't your traditional sponsorship
From East London to global success, David Beckham teams up with Bank of America to give children opportunities that he says he was "lucky" to have had.
US Withdraws from World Health Organization
The Trump administration terminated the United States' membership in the World Health Organization on January 22, 2026.
UK's Starmer Names Business Adviser Chandra as Special Envoy to US, Source Says
WASHINGTON, Jan 23 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed his top business adviser, Varun Chandra, as a new special envoy to the United States, with a focus on trade and private sector investment, a source familiar with the matter said on Friday. The move comes amid ...
WA initiative to bar trans girls from school sports will likely go to voters
If approved by voters, the initiative would prohibit transgender girls in Washington from participating in girls’ K-12 school athletic programs.
Fernando Mendoza declares for 2026 NFL Draft: Indiana QB projects as No. 1 pick
Mendoza is off to the NFL after leading Indiana to a historic national championship
The liberal Western Mass. city where the left is eating its young — and old
The personal has always been political in Northampton, but rarely has local politics seemed so intensely personal.
How to Find CBS Sports Network
The Gonzaga men's basketball game at Washington State will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network. CBS Sports Network, the 24-hour home of CBS Sports, is widely available through all major cable, satellite and several streaming service providers; YouTube TV, fuboTV, DirecTV and Hulu. For more information, including a full programming schedule, go to www.cbssportsnetwork.com
SF Mayor Lurie leans into City Hall’s business partnerships with hire
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie’s new aide will be at the center of his plans to supplement his work at City Hall by pulling in large sums from charities, businesses and wealthy donors.
Pedro Allende Confirmed as New Under Secretary of Science and Technology
Pedro Allende has been confirmed as the new Under Secretary for Science and Technology, assuming leadership of the office responsible for advancing research, development, and innovation in support of national security priorities.
Efficiency And Intention Defined Business Travel In 2025, Report Says
One of the key trends highlighted in the Business Travel 2025 Year-in-Review was a shift toward more intentional and efficient travel as trips were shorter in duration.
Shingles Vaccine Appears To Slow Aging In Seniors, Study Finds
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, Jan. 23, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The shingles vaccine can do more than simply protect folks from a maddening skin disease, new research shows. Incredibly, the shingles jab also appears to slow down the aging process, contributing to slower biological ...
Women in Business: Riverstone Wellness
Founders Kristina Schafer and Christina Holliday take a personal approach to wellness that builds a partnership between provider and patient.
5 arrested in burglary ring that targeted area business owners, police say
Officers said that they gathered information that a home was a potential target.
The Problem With That ‘Great Healthcare Plan’
This month, as Americans who rely on Affordable Care Act plans opened their first bills of 2026 and experienced sticker shock, President Donald Trump began pitching them on an alternative: his “Great Healthcare Plan,” which would shift government support away from subsidizing insurance coverage toward putting money directly into accounts that consumers can use to pay for care.
How party politics divided Colorado in 1876 — and eased its path to statehood
The headline in the Jan. 23, 1876, edition of the Rocky Mountain News was a calculated provocation: “Jeff Davis Elected President.” The column that followed, which purported to be a dispatch from “Nov. —, 188–,” told the fictional history of a future presidential campaign won by the “arch-traitor” Jefferson Davis. “The ‘On to Washington’ that […]
Patriots defense ready for anything against Broncos’ new-look offense
The Broncos will enter the AFC Championship Game without their starting quarterback.
Dream Garden | Happy Panda indoor entertainment Osorno
New destination in Chile offers a multi-zone fun for the whole family
Morgan Stanley says buy these 14 stocks to play 4 top themes in 2026
Morgan Stanley identifies AI adoption, energy trends, societal shifts, and deglobalization as key market drivers in 2026.
Business Activity Picks Up In Parts Of Europe and Asia
Signs of a rebound in export orders were flashing as the global economy adjusts to the increase in U.S. tariffs.
Wrestlers Jayden Larkin and Emily Welborn share sportsmanship mission
Jayden Larkin of Fountain Central and Emily Welborn showcase culture of sportsmanship developed in Lafayette area girls wrestling.
‘Mr. President, it’s now time’: Social conservatives beg Trump for abortion pill crackdown
As thousands of protestors demonstrate in Washington, DC, at Friday’s annual March for Life, the Trump administration faces a deadline to explain why it opposes a lawsuit that could end the availability of abortion pills by mail.
NFL: Last Super Bowl appearance of conference champ teams
The last Super Bowl appearance of each conference champion offers a snapshot of how recently these franchises have competed on the NFL’s biggest stage. Whether ending in a championship or a narrow defeat, each appearance reflects a defining moment in…
'There's a gaping hole without Featherstone Rovers'
The financially-troubled rugby league club will not be in the Championship this year after they were denied RFL membership.
Barcelona complete signing of highly-rated African talent talent
Barcelona can finally relax after securing the signing of Hamza Abdelkarim, a move that had required patience, calm negotiation and, above all, the player’s desire to wear the Blaugrana shirt. Acco...
Commanders' jerseys on clearance could mean good news for 2026
Specific Washington Commanders' jerseys are on clearance, which means the old look could become the permanent new look.
Portland State defeats Eastern Washington 65-61
CHENEY, Wash. (AP) Terri Miller Jr.'s 22 points helped Portland State defeat Eastern Washington 65-61 on Thursday night.
Prather scores 23, Robert Morris beats Milwaukee 88-76
MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (AP) Ryan Prather Jr. had 23 points in Robert Morris' 88-76 victory over Milwaukee on Thursday night.
New Hampshire defeats Binghamton 88-82 in triple OT
DURHAM, N.H. (AP) Tyler Bike scored 19 points as New Hampshire beat Binghamton 88-82 in triple overtime on Thursday.
Joint Statement by Secretary of State Rubio and Secretary of Health and Human Services Kennedy on the Termination of U.S. Membership in the World Health Organization (WHO)
Joint Statement by Secretary of State Rubio and Secretary of Health and Human Services Kennedy on the Termination of U.S. Membership in the World Health Organization (WHO)
Spotlight on Bills general manager Beane as team overhaul begins
The sports world is still buzzing over the press conference held by Bills leadership Tuesday.
The deal to secure TikTok’s future in the US has finally closed
The joint venture acquiring TikTok’s US assets has been formally established and has announced its leadership team, according to the company, one day before the deadline set by President Donald Trump for the app’s US assets to be spun off by Chinese parent company ByteDance.
Valley Health’s Community Partnership Grant Program: Addressing Critical Health Needs
Valley Health is pleased to announce the findings of the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment and to introduce the 2026 Community Partnership Grant program.
Boston Health Care for the Homeless CEO resigns amid staff layoffs, internal discord
The city’s largest homeless services provider is under pressure from looming Medicaid cuts and staff dissent.
Big Insurers Try to Shift Blame for High Health Costs to Hospitals and Drug Makers
At two congressional hearings, lawmakers slammed executives of major companies, saying they were failing to rein in the cost of medical care for consumers.
Trinity Rodman signs 3-year deal with Washington Spirit, becomes highest-paid women's soccer player in the world
White House and China finalize deal to sell control of U.S. TikTok business to investors backed by Trump administration
The popular short-form video platform has been subject to years of scrutiny across the political aisle in the U.S. over its Chinese ownership.
US officially leaves World Health Organization
After nearly 80 years of membership, the U.S. is officially no longer part of the World Health Organization (WHO). President Trump initiated the removal process in an executive order on Jan. …
Record Holiday Attendance and New Tech Partnerships Might Change The Case For Investing In Madison Square Garden Entertainment (MSGE)
Madison Square Garden Entertainment recently reported record-breaking attendance of around 1.2 million tickets sold for its 2025 Christmas Spectacular, unveiled a Cisco partnership to upgrade venue infrastructure, and rolled out Sphere Immersive Sound technology at Radio City Music Hall. Together with ongoing share repurchases and plans for new Sphere venues in Maryland and Abu Dhabi, these moves highlight how the company is leaning into premium live experiences and technology-enabled venues...
Rodman contract saga ends with record Spirit deal
United States forward Trinity Rodman has signed a new three-year contract with the Washington Spirit to remain at the club, ending months-long uncertainty over the star's future.
Fight for Air Climb challenges Angelenos to scale tallest building west of the Mississippi
Think you can go the distance? American Lung Association invites the community to summit the tallest building west of the Mississippi, the Wilshire Grand Center, in Los Angeles.
Frustration over U.S. health costs erupts at congressional hearing
Democrats and Republicans are divided on many things, but they joined in pillorying health care executives at a committee hearing on Thursday.
Rams-Seahawks Preview
RENTON, Wash. (AP) To some extent, Seahawks defensive lineman Leonard Williams was anticipating that the NFC championship game would shake out this way, with Seattle facing the division-rival Los Angeles Rams for a third time this season.
WATCH: Rep. Nehls blames U.S. Capitol leadership, not Trump, for Jan. 6 attack
How Patriots’ Josh McDaniels Appraised Broncos QB Jarrett Stidham
The New England Patriots will encounter a familiar face when opposing Jarrett Stidham in an unexpected AFC Championship Game showdown. With a Super Bowl spot on the line, Stidham will make his first NFL start since the 2023 season. New England’s former fourth-round pick replaces Bo Nix, who broke his ankle at the end of […]
HONEYWELL ANNOUNCES CFO, BUSINESS UNIT LEADERS FOR HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
/PRNewswire/ -- Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON) today announced key leadership roles for Honeywell Aerospace, which will become an independent, publicly traded company...
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Tucson business leader Jim Click selling auto dealerships
The 16 dealerships owned by Jim Click Automotive Team and Tuttle-Click Automotive Corp. are being sold to Gee Automotive Companies in Spokane, Wash.
Nationals reportedly deal All-Star LHP MacKenzie Gore to Rangers in first big move under new leadership
It looks like the Nationals are starting another rebuild.
Basha star repeats as Gatorade Girls Cross Country Player of the Year
For the second consecutive year, Chandler Basha's Taylor Drewry is the Arizona Gatorade Girls Cross Country Player of the Year for 2025-26.
Pallone Delivers Health Care Wins for New Jersey in Government Funding Agreement
Pallone Delivers Health Care Wins for New Jersey in Government Funding Agreement WASHINGTON – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) touted the inclusion of important health care provisions in the final set of government funding bills, which passed in the House today. The package of health care initiatives was rejected by the House Republican leadership in[...]
LeClerc, UNH men's hockey team thirsty for more goals
As Cy LeClerc skated toward the University of New Hampshire men’s hockey team’s bench, he yanked an imaginary monkey off his back.
NIH says it will stop funding research using human fetal tissue
Scientists denounced the move, arguing that fetal tissue is crucial for understanding human development and diseases.
Beast of Reincarnation Game Director Answers All Our Burning Questions About the Pokemon Developer's Upcoming Action Game
Today, Game Freak's upcoming action game Beast of Reincarnation reemerged at the Xbox Developer Direct. So I sat down with Kota Furushima, game director of Beast of Reincarnation, to chat about what we saw, as well as get some further details on what exactly the game will be.
Expect 'Rock Fight' When Rams, Seahawks Face off for Third Time
Sammy P breaks down the betting action ahead of Conference Championship Weekend, including Part III of Seahawks-Rams.
What’s in Trump’s ‘framework’ Greenland deal? Here's what we know
Trump's announcement of a 'framework of a future deal' marks a shift after weeks of threats from the United States. Here's what we know.
Why do onions and chips keep washing up on England’s south coast? Here’s the science
When cargo falls into the sea, it becomes an accidental ocean currents experiment.
The Science That You Buy
Fashion, beauty, and food companies are using nonsensical jargon to make a sale.
NCAA Tournament resume grades: Good, bad, ugly for 2026 March Madness contenders
An early look into some fascinating resumes for some of the college basketball teams hoping to shine in March
How Stephen Vogt’s leadership landed him among sports’ most admired figures
Here's why Guardians skipper Stephen Vogt ranks alongside established sports icons despite his brief managerial career, highlighting his remarkable ability to connect with players.
KMJ Entertainment UK Announces Record Year & Senior Leadership Promotions
UK live entertainment group KMJ Entertainment, a subsidiary of DEAG, has announced key senior leadership changes in 2026, as the business continues to grow
Vonn, Shiffrin and Kim headline US ski and snowboard team for 2026 Olympics
Lindsey Vonn, Mikaela Shiffrin and Chloe Kim lead a 97-athlete US Ski & Snowboard roster for the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics
Westchester students named Regeneron Science Talent Search finalists
Westchester students among 40 students nationwide recognized for their original science research, achievement and leadership.
NFL conference championship picks: Our experts face off on Patriots-Broncos, Rams-Seahawks
CBS Sports writers Jordan Dajani and Jared Dubin predict this weekend's games
Will PENN Entertainment's (PENN) Leadership and Tech Shake-Up Redefine Its Integrated Gaming Narrative?
PENN Entertainment recently announced an overhaul of its corporate leadership and technology structure, aiming to cut overheads, streamline decision-making, and more tightly integrate its digital wagering and brick‑and‑mortar casino operations. The company’s focus on eliminating duplicative executive roles and tightening cost controls highlights management’s attempt to address efficiency concerns amid mixed earnings expectations and industry views. Next, we’ll examine how PENN...
Oregon’s elk show genetic fortitude against a fast-moving and deadly disease
natural Chronic wasting disease arrived in the Pacific Northwest
1Password adds an extra layer of phishing protection
The browser extension now warns you if you're about to paste credentials into a bogus site.
1Password is introducing a new phishing prevention feature
An ounce of online prevention.
NFC Championship expert predictions: Seahawks vs. Rams final score, picks, odds
All 12 of our CBS Sports panel of experts see Round 3 between the Rams and Seahawks as another exciting one-possession game
AFC Championship expert predictions: Broncos vs. Patriots final score, picks, odds
CBS Sports has weighed in on who'll win the AFC Championship and advance to Super Bowl LX
Mass. public health department will be latest state agency to move out of Downtown Crossing
DPH confirmed it will be leaving 112,000 square feet at 250 Washington St. this fall to move into 51,000 square feet at 100 Cambridge St., a privately owned tower.
This Democratic Socialist running for Congress wants to abolish ICE and help Utah workers
Luis Villarreal, a self-described Democratic Socialist and son of immigrants, brings the field of Democrats running for Congress to seven.
Why Utahns are losing trust in the health care system — even when they have insurance
A recent survey shows most Utahns generally trust their health care providers, but less than half believe health care costs are transparent and fair.
Panthers season in review: The rushing offense
With the 2025 season in the rearview, it’s time to reflect on what exactly happened in all of the phases in the game and look at what can and should be done with them going into 2026. We start with my personal favorite part of the game, running the football. How It Went Chuba Hubbard […]
FTC Revives Overlooked Law to Police College Sports Agents
The Federal Trade Commission's move to enforce SPARTA, a law that has been largely inconsequential, could be a major shift in American sports law.
Europe’s Leaders Scramble to Find a Path Forward With Trump
Top officials from across the European Union will meet in Brussels on Thursday to discuss Greenland and, more broadly, their dire relationship with America.
The Jeff Boals Show Returns Tonight at The Gem Sports Bar
ATHENS, Ohio — The Jeff Boals Show returns this Thursday, January 22, on the Ohio Sports Network from Learfield, presented by Holzer Health System. This week, the live broadcast will take place from 6pm-7pm at The Gem Sports Bar. The event is open to the public and free to attend. Join the "Voice of Bobcat Basketball," Jason Toy, and the seventh year head coach of the Ohio Bobcats, Jeff Boals, for a weekly recap and a look ahead at upcoming matchups. This week's special guests include redshirt senior guard Dior Conners (Columbus, Ohio) and Ohio Softball head coach Jenna Hall.
Scientists ranked monogamy across mammals and humans stand out
A new study suggests humans belong in an elite “league of monogamy,” ranking closer to beavers and meerkats than to chimpanzees. By comparing full and half siblings across species and human cultures, researchers found that long-term pair bonding is unusually common in our species. Even societies that permit polygamy show far more monogamy than most mammals. This rare evolutionary shift may have played a key role in human social success.
Alarm as US mulls prioritising citizens in research funding
A senior White House official said the Trump administration is considering ways to prioritise research funding to American citizens, triggering alarm in the research community that the country could destroy its century-long status as a magnet for overseas talent.Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), said last week that it is “important for us to continue to emphasise the use of federal R&D dollars towards American scientists and technologists that are staffed by Americans in their labs.” Asked about support for Chinese students during a Congressional hearing, Kratsios went on to say that in future funding announcements, the OSTP would “emphasise” that “we're funding American students.”The precise meaning of his impromptu comments, and what they could mean in policy terms, isn’t yet clear. The OSTP did not respond to multiple requests for clarification from Science|Business.But given that US science and technology has relied on overseas talent for the past century, Kratsios’s words have alarmed former US science officials.Immigrants have made up around 30-40% of US Nobel Prize winners since the 1940s, for example. Except for some sensitive projects, countries typically grant research funding on a nationality-blind basis, lest they deter foreign scientists from immigrating. “If director Kratsios’s statements are taken literally and become official policy of the White House, [research-intensive] universities will likely have to close labs if not entire research divisions,” said David Biggs, a former science and technology official in the US State Department. In their most extreme interpretation, Kratsios’s comments would imply that foreign scientists established in the US would see access to funding curtailed. This would “result in many world-leading professors who work in the United States in fields that this administration considers a priority (like fusion energy, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing) leaving the country,” said Cole Donovan, a former US science diplomat, and now associate director at the Federation of American Scientists.CripplingHowever, given the context of the conversation, Kratsios may have been referring more narrowly to funding for doctoral or postdoctoral students. At the hearing, he said he wanted to see labs staffed by US citizens. But even this would have devastating consequences for the US science system, say former officials, because the country is so dependent on early-career foreign researchers. Recent statistics show that nearly half of those in the US with a PhD in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) are considered short-term visitors, or non-residents in the official terminology. If this included residents who are not yet citizens, the proportion would likely be even higher. “Foreign PhD students are really a significant and core part of the university STEM workforce, and postdocs is similarly large,” said Donovan. Preventing US-based academics from hiring them from overseas would be a serious blow, he said. “If it's the case that this administration intends to limit funding to labs staffed only with US citizens, the effect will be to cripple the American scientific enterprise,” said Chris Marcum, a former OSTP official. “To think that these researchers can simply be replaced is a pipe dream. The labs will close,” said Marcum. Go elsewhereAround half of US-trained postdocs are foreign-born, said Biggs. “If these top international students cannot get funding to do their research, or even if they hear that funding for foreign students has been greatly restricted and will be super competitive, they will no longer choose to study in the US and will go elsewhere.” It’s unclear for now if Kratsios’s comments will translate into a real policy shift. But they could add to turmoil in the US science system since Donald Trump took over as president one year ago. Related articlesNIH turmoil risks reciprocal EU-US access to health research fundingUS set to close office responsible for global science and technology dealsTrump halts new NIH grants to international health-research partnersSince then, nearly 8,000 grants at the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation have been frozen or terminated, Naturereports. Courts have overturned most of these cancellations, but the disruption caused remains significant. Both those agencies have also dished out around a quarter fewer grants this year than normal, the journal reported. International student enrolment is also down by 17%. The Trump administration also proposes to cut research budgets by around a third, although Congress may mollify the cuts.
MetroHealth, Ohio Department of Health Partner to Offer No Cost Diabetes Prevention Program to Employer Partners
Employers and health plans across Northeast Ohio can offer their employees and members a proven program to reduce the risk of developing diabetes at no cost, thanks to a new partnership between The MetroHealth System and the Ohio Department of Health.
Alarm over US plan to prioritise citizens in research funding
The US’s leading science official has said the country will focus its research spending on scientists with US citizenship, triggering alarm that the country could destroy its century-long status as a magnet for overseas talent.Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), said last week that it is “important for us to continue to emphasise the use of federal R&D dollars towards American scientists and technologists that are staffed by Americans in their labs.” Asked about support for Chinese students during a Congressional hearing, Kratsios went on to say that in future funding announcements, the OSTP would “emphasise” that “we're funding American students.”Kratsios’s precise meaning, and what it could mean in policy terms, isn’t yet clear. The OSTP did not respond to multiple requests for clarification from Science|Business.But given that US science and technology has relied on overseas talent for the past century, Kratsios’s words have stunned former US science officials.Immigrants have made up around 30-40% of US Nobel Prize winners since the 1940s, for example. Except for some sensitive projects, countries typically grant research funding on a nationality-blind basis, lest they deter foreign scientists from immigrating. “If director Kratsios’s statements are taken literally and become official policy of the White House, [research-intensive] universities will likely have to close labs if not entire research divisions,” said David Biggs, a former science and technology official in the US State Department. In their most extreme interpretation, Kratsios’s comments would imply that foreign scientists established in the US would see access to funding curtailed. This would “result in many world-leading professors who work in the United States in fields that this administration considers a priority (like fusion energy, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing) leaving the country,” said Cole Donovan, a former US science diplomat, and now associate director at the Federation of American Scientists.CripplingHowever, given the context of the conversation, Kratsios may have been referring more narrowly to funding for doctoral or postdoctoral students. At the hearing, he said he wanted to see labs staffed by US citizens. But even this would have devastating consequences for the US science system, say former officials, because the country is so dependent on early-career foreign researchers. Recent statistics show that nearly half of those in the US with a PhD in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) are considered short-term visitors, or non-residents in the official terminology. If this included residents who are not yet citizens, the proportion would likely be even higher. “Foreign PhD students are really a significant and core part of the university STEM workforce, and postdocs is similarly large,” said Donovan. Preventing US-based academics from hiring them from overseas would be a serious blow, he said. “If it's the case that this administration intends to limit funding to labs staffed only with US citizens, the effect will be to cripple the American scientific enterprise,” said Chris Marcum, a former OSTP official. “To think that these researchers can simply be replaced is a pipe dream. The labs will close,” said Marcum. Go elsewhereAround half of US-trained postdocs are foreign-born, said Biggs. “If these top international students cannot get funding to do their research, or even if they hear that funding for foreign students has been greatly restricted and will be super competitive, they will no longer choose to study in the US and will go elsewhere.” It’s unclear for now if Kratsios’s comments will translate into a real policy shift. But they could add to turmoil in the US science system since Donald Trump took over as president one year ago. Since then, nearly 8,000 grants at the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation have been frozen or terminated, Naturereports. Courts have overturned most of these cancellations, but the disruption caused remains significant. Both those agencies have also dished out around a quarter fewer grants this year than normal, the journal reported. International student enrolment is also down by 17%. The Trump administration also proposes to cut research budgets by around a third, although Congress may mollify the cuts.
Business builds community through decade-long support of Kennesaw State athletics
For Jay Cunningham, owner of Superior Plumbing in Kennesaw, providing sponsorship of school athletics programs is a fundamental part of building the community. The way he sees it, the gifts he and Superior Plumbing have given to Kennesaw State University for more than a decade are a key part of his business.