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Hostage families became a political prize. But not for the party that championed their cause
The largely anti-Netanyahu campaign to bring captives home turned hostage relatives into some of Israel's most recognizable public figures. When election season came, many found the opposition had little room for them
TSTC’s online Business Management program incorporating AI into some of its accounting classes
Texas State Technical College: Employers want graduates equipped with technical capabilities alongside critical thinking.
Former Canucks Captain Will Wear The "C" For The Islanders
McCuskey agrees to resign as LIG - Illinois Times, the capital city's source of news, politics, arts, entertainment, culture
You may know that embattled Legislative Inspector General Michael McCuskey has agreed to resign his post by the end of September. But this sorry saga shouldn’t end there. The Legislative Ethics Commission should immediately launch an investigation into why so many women over the years have said they believed they were mistreated and even belittled […]
Capacity without new beds: Inside VHC Health’s approach to earlier discharge decisions
Every patient recovering in an inpatient bed who could safely recover at home is a patient in the wrong setting. Meanwhile, a patient in need of acute
Scientists find a hidden cause of high blood pressure that routine tests can miss
A wearable device has revealed nighttime hormone surges that may expose a frequently missed cause of high blood pressure. The discovery could help explain why primary aldosteronism often escapes standard blood tests and point toward a more accurate way to diagnose it.
Democrats adopting the socialist term may distract voters from the issues these candidates support
The growing focus on adopting socialism terminology could hurt Democrats in the upcoming midterm election cycle
ZS named a Leader in 2026 IDC MarketScape for Life Science R&D RWD and RWE
/PRNewswire/ -- ZS, a global management consulting and technology firm, has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Life Science R&D...
Íñigo Aznar Named Chief Revenue Officer of Inter Miami CF and Nu Stadium as Club Continues Rapid and Ambitious Growth
Appointment brings 25 years of global commercial experience across fútbol, sports and entertainment properties
Íñigo Aznar Named Chief Revenue Officer of Inter Miami CF and Nu Stadium as Club Continues Rapid and Ambitious Growth
Appointment brings 25 years of global commercial experience across fútbol, sports and entertainment properties
Stop Automating Old Processes. Design New Ones Instead.
Companies are pouring money into AI but often failing to generate enterprise-wide returns because they automate individual tasks rather than redesign the workflows that produce business value. This typically results in one or more of four failures: accelerating tasks rather than value, ignoring unhappy outcomes, overlooking the end-to-end flow of work, or optimizing the wrong metric. To capture AI’s potential, managers need to make three decisions. First, determine what to redesign by identifying the outcome customers value, the constraints AI can remove, and opportunities for learning that compounds over time. Second, decide where human authority should remain, choosing among four modes—Assist, Approve, Audit, and Automate—according to the stakes and reversibility of potential errors. Third, design for the “unhappy path”: specify how the system will recognize uncertainty, escalate exceptions, stop or reverse actions, and learn from corrections. Together, these choices turn isolated AI experiments into reliable, value-producing operating processes.
What to know about recent dire AI predictions and calls for safeguards
New warnings from within the artificial intelligence industry have revived a long-running debate over whether advanced AI could escape human control and ultimately threaten humanity’s survival, and whether the companies developing the technology are doing enough to prevent such a scenario.
UK unions split over party donations cap as TUC chief says ‘super-rich’ corrupting politics
Sources say there are ‘significant differences’ in opinion as debate inflamed by crypto billionaires’ £72m donations to Reform
WTW appoints Owens to lead Irish captive business
Willis, a WTW business, appoints Gerard Owens as head of captive and insurance management solutions for Ireland, effective 1 November.
NLR Names Bill Tumas Deputy Laboratory Director of Science & Technology
Tumas will provide strategic leadership for NLR’s research and development portfolio and strengthen capabilities.
Freya Industries raises SEK 6M to expand drone detection business
Swedish drone detection company Freya Industries has closed a SEK 6 million (approx. EUR 500k) round that will fund orders and expansion through Europe. Foundry ventures, Longswan Ventures, Propel Capital, Saminvest AB (via Annexstruktur), Schyssta Änglar, Sting and a small group of private investors contributed to the round. Freya’s sensors are designed to detect drones
Forward Theater's ‘Steady She Goes’ sets sail in the Playhouse
Madison company Forward Theater Co. presents this world premiere about the first woman to captain an American merchant vessel through Sept. 27.
See how Delaware's maternal health landscape compares with other states
In the wake of the Lindsay Clancy case, many parents have shared their mental health struggles. See how Delaware supports maternal mental health.
He turned a childhood lawn-mowing gig into a $4.5 million business
Cody Kuebler began by cutting his neighbors' grass for about $25 a lawn. Now, at 25 years old, he oversees a $4.5 million landscaping business.
Pandemic-born Wichita business expands to two new states and debuts new product
After expanding across Kansas, Troy Brooks now has expanded his Greatness Vodka into Oklahoma and Missouri.
Dire warnings about AI shock Congress, but action is unlikely before the election
Democrats and Republicans are proposing new regulations for artificial intelligence. But there’s no consensus, and the House has only one more workweek before Election Day.
NASA rover captures weird 'spiderwebs' on Mars, giving scientists fresh hope of finding ancient life on the Red Planet | BBC Sky at Night Magazine
NASA’s Curiosity rover captured detailed images of spiderweb-like formations on Mars. New evidence groundwater shaped the Red Planet surface.
Crisis calls and cow stress balls: A look at suicide prevention in Pennsylvania
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and more Pennsylvanians than ever are calling 988 for mental health services.
Forget lunar metropolises: Water limits could cap moon's population, scientists say
Grand lunar ambitions may need to be tempered.
Forget lunar metropolises: Water limits could cap moon's population, scientists say
"There's been so much talk and enthusiasm about a future in which the moon is a part of our civilization."
Husted political committee got nearly $500K from a bank he worked for while in office
Then-Lt. Gov. Jon Husted said he was joining a bank's board for the experience, not money. It gave his political committee nearly $500,000.
Lowering Medicare eligibility age would be a lifeline for Ohioans
Commentary: Especially with Ohio's rapidly aging population, Ohio’s congressional delegation owes its constituents an open debate on healthcare and Medicare eligibility. Voters should be asking candidates to state their positions.
Hackman Loses Culver City Office Campus
Troubled studio owner Hackman Capital Partners has lost control of the former Sony Pictures Animation campus in Culver City. The 198,000-square-foot
The rising power of American Muslims
Is this a new era for American Muslims?American Muslims are building their own cultural institutions – New York Magazine and The Guardian have reported on flourishing ecosystems of cafes, magazines, dance nights, meetups and readings for Muslims and/or people with heritage from the SWANA region. And on a political level, Muslims like Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar and New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani have become prominent faces of the left. On the one hand, this swell of Muslims coming up in politics and building cultural institutions is not surprising – there are over 4 million Muslims in America. On the other hand, this shift is pretty significant given how deeply Islamophobia and racism are rooted in our culture. So what's changed for American Muslims in recent years, and what’s stayed the same? What does it mean that Muslims are accruing a little more political and cultural capital now, and that non-Muslims are noticing?To get deeper into it, Brittany is joined by Dr. Donna Auston, cultural anthropologist, and Dr. Tazeen Ali, scholar of Islam in America and associate professor of religion and politics at Washington University in St. Louis.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
New warnings about the risks of AI to humanity revive a long-running debate
New warnings from the artificial-intelligence industry have revived debate over whether advanced AI models could escape human control and threaten humanity.
An Early Look at Fall Color in Canada
Reds, yellows, and oranges are already sweeping across tundra landscapes in Nunavut.
Steve Ballmer announces Clippers complying with penalties assessed by NBA over Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention
Steve Ballmer announces Clippers complying with penalties assessed by NBA over Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention
Between The Lines: Vikings 39, Packers 22
Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett was joined by Ben Leber to break down the Minnesota Vikings 39-22 win over the Green Bay Packer during Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.
Clippers owner Steve Ballmer accepting NBA's punishment after Kawhi Leonard scandal, not pursuing legal battle
The NBA determined last week that the Clippers did circumvent the salary cap in deals with Kawhi Leonard.
High school cross country: Week 6 weekend recap
High school cross country: Week 6 weekend recap
Neighbors say dead dogs dumped in Atlanta neighborhood, raising health and safety concerns
Home security was able to capture the car accused of dumping the dogs, but not the license plate.
Yankee Stadium cooling tower positive for Legionnaires' disease, city health department says
The city health department advised anyone who has been in or around Yankee Stadium since late August to get tested for Legionnaires' disease.
WATCH: Top Plays of Week 4 around the Valley
View the Top 5 Plays of the Week as captured by WKBN Sports during Week 4.
Sunday Sports: NNY Hall of Fame Soccer Tournament and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Zverev caps transformational year with US Open triumph
Alexander Zverev lands his second Grand Slam title after ending Ben Shelton's hopes of becoming a rare home US Open men's champion.
India’s regional politics continue to evade central capture
India's 2026 state elections contradict the story of the BJP building a national political order, with electoral results shaped by distinct regional identities and traditions
Tech CEO worries about AI development spur political reaction
Top U.S. lawmakers are calling for talks to begin on Capitol Hill about a regulatory framework for artificial intelligence, after the heads of some of the most prominent tech companies called for a slowdown of their own industry’s development of AI. Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org. This episode was produced by Daniel Ofman. It was edited by Brett Neely, Michael Levitt and Sarah Robbins. Our director is Jordan-Marie Smith. And our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning.
Blue Jays stomp Orioles 8-1 to win series
The hitters couldn’t capitalize, the pitchers couldn’t stop giving up runs
Scientists Discovered a Bizarre 'Devil Flower' That Doesn't Need Sunlight
It looks like it escaped from a horror movie.
Scientists Discovered a Bizarre 'Devil Flower' That Doesn't Need Sunlight
It looks like it escaped from a horror movie.
House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump's $5,000 'dividend' needs congressional approval
Trump made the unusual pitch at the party's midterm convention in Dallas last week, promising a “Trump Dividend” if voters keep the GOP in power on Capitol Hill.
3 Plano restaurants closed for serious health violations, roaches seen at others
Three Plano restaurants were temporarily closed for serious health violations, according to the latest city health inspections.
Wisconsin congressman survives emergency plane landing, swims to safety
Wisconsin Congressman Tom Tiffany escaped a sinking plane and swam to shallow water after an emergency landing in a lake. Tiffany and the pilot called 911 from on top of the plane.
Ranked: The World’s Richest Celebrity Billionaires
Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, and Michael Jordan lead the ranking of the world’s richest celebrity billionaires in 2026, with fortunes built across film, sports, music, and entertainment businesses.
2026 Mountain West Football Week 2 Recap
CFP dreams fading, a dominant debut W and an inexplicable coaching decision highlighted the MW slate of games in Week 2.
Somalis rethink trade routes as Houthis disrupt established shipping channels
Somali businesses are seeking alternative shipping routes due to disruptions and security concerns around the Bab al-Mandab Strait and the Strait of Hormuz after Iran-backed Houthis captured a key port city and an island, sending thousands of Yemenis fleeing to...
Laramie County health and food inspections (9/4/26–9/10/26)
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Cheyenne-Laramie County Health Department inspects restaurants, bars, convenience stores, delis, grocery stores, bed and breakfasts
NFL Insider Puts Detroit on an Maxx Crosby Watch List
The Detroit Lions created more than $35 million in cap space, immediately sparking fresh speculation about a possible Maxx Crosby trade.
Faith-based film productions are thriving in Sacramento. It’s part of a trend
The Sacramento region has long sought to attract film productions. One genre that is thriving in the region: Faith-based films.
'I hope for a decent period in politics': views of voters as Sweden goes to the polls
The Guardian's Europe reporter and live blogger Jakub Krupa speaks to voters outside a polling station in the Swedish capital, Stockholm
The end times fascists are plotting their escape from our world. Our mission is clear
An unholy alliance is working toward an apocalyptic future from which only a chosen few will emerge unscathed. It’s becoming clear how we stop them
Little Mercury may be shrinking faster than scientists expected
This composite image provided by NASA/Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory/Carnegie Institution of Washington on Oct. 22, 2013, shows Mercury as it appeared to the Messenger spacecraft following a flyby of the planet. (NASA/Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory/Carnegie Institution of Washington via AP)By MARCIA DUNN CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A new study shows that little, wrinkly Mercury may be shrinking faster...
Josh Heupel recaps Tennessee's win at Georgia Tech
Josh Heupel discusses Tennessee's win at Georgia Tech in Week 2.
Hawkeye Football: The Morning After Iowa State vs Iowa
Iowa’s passing game helps the Hawks cement the victory as they escape with a 16-13 win over ISU
Mental health is health
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) - The stigma is slowly going away when the subject is mental health. "Being able to talk more openly about these topics, I think, is really important. I think that is a huge piece of suicide prevention," says Lauren Yoggerst, mobile crisis unit manager at Memorial Behavioral Health. "Making sure
Arsenal analysis: Raya proves worth with crucial contribution
Arsenal's first-half frustration was encapsulated in manager Mikel Arteta being booked shortly before the break for leaving his technical area too many times. Greece winger Christos Tzolis continued his inconsistent start to the season, more reminiscent here of his toothless showing against Aston Villa rather than the productive display at home to Chelsea. Konsa, even before giving away the penalty, struggled to deal with Sunderland's direct attacking approach and the physicality of striker Brian Brobbey.
Dortmund's Gregor Kobel reportedly offered to Real Madrid
According to a report in Spanish sports daily AS, Borussia Dortmund's Gregor Kobel has seemingly been offered to Real Madrid.Speculation suggests that the 28-year-old's agents are looking to capitaliz...
Here's When iOS 27 Rolls Out in Every Time Zone
Apple is about to release iOS 27, which will finally deliver more advanced Siri AI capabilities as well as a variety of other refinements, improvements, and new features to iPhones. It's Apple's biggest software update of the year, and Apple announced at Wednesday's iPhone event that it will be releasing iOS 27 sometime tomorrow – Monday, September 14.
I visited the Capital One lounge at LaGuardia. Here's what it's like.
Business Insider's editor visited the Capital One Landing at LaGuardia Airport. She enjoyed the shrimp and steak, but there's one thing she'd change.
Hard Times Come To An End For 3 Zodiac Signs When The Sun Aligns With Mars On Monday, September 14
Hard times come to an end for three zodiac signs on September 14, 2026, when the Sun aligns with Mars. They are: Scorpio, Capricorn, and Aries.
Mullins delighted for Doidge after first County goal
Newport County boss Hayden Mullins was pleased for Christian Doidge after the striker scored his first Exiles goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Fleetwood. Doidge, one of many summer signings at Rodney Parade, opened his Newport account with a close-range finish, capping off a fine team move. The 34-year-old's goal followed a big miss in the first half, when he failed to sort his feet quickly enough to convert Harrison Biggins' cross.
GPT-6 Astra: The next generation in intelligence for work
Meet GPT-6 Astra, OpenAI’s most capable model for business, with advanced reasoning, computer use, and stronger writing and design judgment.
Tj Regional Health to host capes and crowns
T.J. Regional Health will host its "Capes & Crowns" family fundraiser on Sunday, Sept. 27, at the T.J. Health Pavilion in Glasgow.
Steelers Drop Week 1 Hype Video Amid Concerning Field Conditions
The Pittsburgh Steelers are getting fans excited ahead of Sunday’s season opener against the Atlanta Falcons. Fans are expecting a home win now that Cooper Rush is starting for the Falcons.The team has dropped several hype videos Saturday, including one captioned: “See yinz soon.”The “yinzers” are pumped and Sunday should be a party in the […] The post Steelers Drop Week 1 Hype Video Amid Concerning Field Conditions appeared first on HEAVY.
Harrisburg beats O’Gorman by one in 48th Dakota Bowl
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A missed extra point was the difference between #3 O’Gorman and #5 Harrisburg in the 48th annual Bob Burns Dakota Bowl, and this year the visiting Tigers will head back home with the win, 21-20. O’Gorman scored on their first drive of the ballgame, a long sustained push capped off […]
Recap: Tennessee defeats Georgia Tech 45-24
The Tennessee Volunteers went to Atlanta and had its way with the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on Saturday night, winning 45-24. The Vols ran for a staggering 299 yards, with DeSean Bishop leading the way with 20 carries for 147 yards and two touchdowns. Radarius Jackson led all pass catchers with three grabs for 63 […]
Science Snapshots: September 13, 2026
Explore groundbreaking discoveries in human drug use, sleep regulation, and the surprising effects of charged water on Teflon.
Iowa, national politicians court voters at CyHawk tailgates
Iowa political candidates for state and congressional offices took to Iowa City Saturday to engage with voters.
Several HBCU alumni start 2026 season as NFL Cheerleaders
As the 2026 NFL season kicks off, several HBCU graduates are taking the field in a different capacity, representing their alma maters as cheerleaders for teams across the league. From the sidelines of Atlanta to Baltimore to Washington, these women bring the pride and polish of their HBCU experience into one of the most visible roles in […] The post Several HBCU alumni start 2026 season as NFL Cheerleaders appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Elena Rybakina completes achievement only Steffi Graf can match in WTA history as she wins the US Open
Elena Rybakina captured her first US Open title and third Grand Slam overall after defeating Aryna Sabalenka in the final. Days after taking her spot...
T.J. Regional Health to host ‘Capes & Crowns’ Fundraiser for WHAS Crusade for Children
Superheroes and princesses are invited to suit up for a good cause this month as T.J. Regional Health’s Rehabilitation Services department hosts Capes & Crowns, a family fundraiser benefiting the WHAS Crusade for Children.
Alabama Football vs Kentucky: Second Half Open Thread
The Wildcats capitalize on 3 turnovers and 7 penalties to take a 17-13 lead at the half.
Rushworth can challenge for England spot
Boss Frank Lampard believes Carl Rushworth can make an England breakthrough at Coventry. After failing to make it at Brighton, Lampard feels Rushworth, who spoke about his international ambitions last season, has a chance to compete for an England spot now. Rushworth won Euro 2023 with England Under-21s, although did not play, and earned one cap for the Young Lions.
Letter | Crowley's healthcare proposal good for small businesses
Dear Editor: I launched an affordable interior design company in November 2023, a year after leaving a corporate job due to burnout. That year, I paid $300 a month for
Immigration reporting measure fuels debate over Colorado’s role with ICE
A coalition of advocacy groups and several district attorneys rallied outside the Colorado Capitol on Thursday to oppose a ballot measure that, if approved by voters in November, would require state and local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. Backed by Advance Colorado, Proposition 81 would require local law enforcement agencies to notify […]
Do Texas Rangers Have Enough Talent?
The Texas Rangers have some nice roster pieces, but is the team good enough to escape an average cycle of play?
Revealed: Pep Guardiola Wanted Marcus Rashford For Surprise Position
The Manchester City boss reportedly moved for the forward following his thirty-goal explosion, viewing the pacy attacker as an elite talent capable of transforming the Blue side.
South Florida family adds their love of tea to growing side-hustle ranks in U.S.
A survey found 28% of Americans have other gigs.
Botpool Create Launches AI Website Builder Backed by Human SEO Experts for Small Businesses
The AI website builder lets small business owners describe their business in plain language, publish a live site the same day, and start capturi...
Level-5 Boss Addresses AI Backlash After Fans Hit Out at Game Reveal Showcase
Developer Level-5 has apologized for and explained its use of generative AI after fans spotted 'AI slop' in footage of games like Professor Layton and the Curious Village, DecaPolice, and more.
PJ Tucker Defends Nets’ Chemistry During 2021 Playoffs
PJ Tucker was on the other side of the 2021 playoff matchup, and he saw firsthand what the Nets’ star trio was capable of. Years later, his take on Brooklyn’s chemistry adds another layer to one of the NBA’s biggest what-ifs.
College football Saturday open thread
A much better slate of games on tap today, capped by Ohio State/Texas tonight. Some games I’ll be keeping an eye on: NoonOklahoma vs. MichiganWake Forest vs. PurdueOregon vs. Oklahoma StateArizona State vs. Texas A&MApp State vs. ECU 3:30Alabama vs. KentuckyUCF vs. PittArizona vs. BYUCal vs. Syracuse 6 p.m. or laterMemphis vs. Boise StateTennessee vs. […]
William Shatner recalls original “Star Trek” pilot being scrapped and completely recast: ‘That’s really different’
In the original pitch, actor Jeffrey Hunter manned the USS Enterprise as Captain Pike.
LG responds to TV spying allegations
The company claims reports about its capturing and uploading audio are misleading.
England in better place than start of summer
Captain Joe Root says England are in a better place at the end of their tumultuous summer and is impressed by how they have handled the chaos.
😅 Too much TikTok?! Bundesliga captain’s words backfire
Just last week, Gladbach captain Tim Kleindienst made plenty of headlines when he launched a broadside after the defeat against promoted side Elversberg — and it was aimed at his own teammates. He e...
How burnt coconut helped discover new to science endemic species in Sri Lanka
COLOMBO — As dusk settled over the paddy fields at Puwakpitiya, a village on the northern edge of Knuckles Mountain Range locally known as Dumbara mountains in Central Sri Lanka, researchers began laying traps along the uneasy boundary between farmland and forest. They were targeting small terrestrial mammals moving through the landscape. On the ground, […]
Live Science reviewed the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ telescope
Live Science reviewed the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ, a 130 mm Newtonian reflector with smartphone-guided pointing, outlining its optics, observing capabilities and limitations.
Game thread: Iowa State football versus No. 21 Iowa
Date: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 Time: 6:30 or 6:36 p.m. CDT Location: Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City Capacity: 61,500 Line: Iowa -14 Television: NBC Play-by-Play: Paul Burmeister Analyst: Todd Blackledge Sideline: Kathryn Tappen Radio: Cyclone Radio Network Play-by-Play: John Walters Analyst: Eric Heft Sideline: Ryan Harklau Head coach Jimmy Rogers makes his Cy-Hawk Series debut as […]
Qualcomm Lost Apple’s Modem Business. Amazon Just Offered a $60 Billion Escape Route.
Qualcomm is watching Apple walk out the door with its modem business, but a surprise Amazon partnership promises a $60 billion lifeline built on unproven silicon in a market already owned by rivals. Whether that door holds the weight is the real question.
World Congress on Nursing and Health Care
The World Congress on Nursing and Health Care is a premier international gathering dedicated to advancing the science, practice, and future direction of nursing and healthcare. Scheduled for April 05-06, 2027, in Singapore, this distinguished event will convene a global community of nursing professionals, healthcare specialists, researchers, educators, clinicians, policymakers, and industry experts to exchange knowledge, share groundbreaking insights, and foster collaborations that shape the future of healthcare.Driven by the theme “Navigating the Future of Nursing through Research, Resilience, and Innovation,” the congress will explore the evolving landscape of nursing and its critical contribution to transforming healthcare delivery. The event will highlight pioneering research, evidence-based practices, innovative care models, and resilient approaches that empower nurses to address emerging healthcare challenges and enhance patient outcomes across diverse populations.
Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Rays walk off Astros in series opener
Recapping how the Yankees’ top AL opponents fared on September 11th.
Detroit Lions create massive cap space with 2 contract restrucutres
The Detroit Lions made MASSIVE contract restructures and now have the second-most cap space in the NFL.
Colts’ biggest strength entering their Week 1 matchup against Baltimore
Jonathan Taylor gives Indianapolis a running game capable of controlling Week 1.
Stand-up comic Ali Saddiq talks storytelling and return to Tower District in Fresno
The stand-up comic was on the phone with The Bee in advance two performances, 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday at the Tower Theatre.