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Marlins vs Mets Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
Watch the best highlights between the Miami Marlins and the New York Mets.
Vikings Running Back Got to Camp in Terrific Shape
Vikings running back Jordan Mason is a hulking, rugged guy. Quite possibly, he’s in better shape than last year. Minnesota […]
Musikfest Photos: Sunday, August 2nd, 2026
Did we see you or your friends at Musikfest 2026 in Bethlehem, Pa.? Check out our daily photo galleries from the largest free music festival in the nation!
RFK Jr. says Trump ‘certainly’ wants him to investigate any link between autism and vaccines
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Sunday said President Trump “certainly” wants him to investigate perceived links between autism and vaccines. Kennedy …
Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra: Weird camera designs and higher prices tipped
We’re halfway between the Galaxy S26 launch and the next big Galaxy Unpacked event and the rumors surrounding the Galaxy S27 series expected in January or February 2027 are starting to heat up. For the first time, four Galaxy S27 phones are set to hit the market at the same time, the top-of-the-line Galaxy S27 Ultra might not only get more expensive, it may also feature a weird camera design if you ask the wrong people.
Laboratory exposure and poor diet linked to health symptoms in young scientists
A research team has found that frequent exposure to laboratory chemicals and low consumption of antioxidant-rich foods are jointly associated with a greater likelihood of self-reported health symptoms among young scientists. Survey participants who frequently handled chemicals and consumed few antioxidant-rich foods had nearly three times the odds of reporting fatigue, headaches, pallor, or easy bruising compared with their less-exposed, better-nourished peers. The study also showed that stronge
He was homeless at 16. Now, he sits on the board of David Beckham’s wellness company and his business is about to hit $1 billion in revenue
Hudson Leogrande, the founder of popular hoodie brand Comfrt, bounced between car sales and chimney telemarketing before hitting his stride as an entrepreneur.
Melatonin vs. magnesium: Which is better for your sleep?
What to know about the supplements people often use to help with falling asleep, jet lag, muscle tension and more.
Mississippi startup brings military-tested tech to footwear made in state
Paul Thomas returned to Mississippi to launch Numadx, a startup using air-pressure technology for better insoles.
Want to feel better? Go for a walk in a forest, NC State study says
Spending time in a forest or greenspace, especially if birds are present, has significant mental health benefits -- especially for urban residents.
METR, led by Beth Barnes, confront AI safety research talent shortage
METR, a Berkeley lab started by an ex-OpenAI researcher, has become a prominent AI umpire. CEO Beth Barnes says AI safety research needs more people.
Vikings Get Strong Baker Mayfield Take Amid Contract Drama
The Minnesota Vikings are holding a quarterback competition between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy to decide who will start in the 2026 season. The hope is that one of them seizes the job and gives Minnesota a long-term answer at the position.Still, there’s also a chance neither quarterback proves to be the solution. If that […] The post Vikings Get Strong Baker Mayfield Take Amid Contract Drama appeared first on HEAVY.
Everyone is using ChatGPT Memory wrong — 5 tweaks to make it a true assistant
Making these simple changes can boost productivity in seconds
Tigers vs Athletics Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
Watch the best highlights between the Detroit Tigers and the Athletics.
Here’s when One UI 9.0 Beta 5 update could release
Official One UI 9.0 will begin rolling out next week, but Samsung plans to release the Galaxy S26 Beta 5 update as well. Internal testing is reportedly underway, and users are expected to welcome the next Beta this August. On July 22, Samsung showcased One UI 9 full experience at the Unpacked event. It comes […]
Brewers vs Angels Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
Watch the best highlights between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.
Giants vs Padres Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
Watch the best highlights between the San Francisco Giants and the San Diego Padres.
Red Sox vs Dodgers Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
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Royals vs Rockies Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
Watch the best highlights between the Kansas City Royals and the Colorado Rockies.
Pirates vs Reds Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
Watch the best highlights between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Cincinnati Reds.
Diamondbacks vs Guardians Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
Watch the best highlights between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Cleveland Guardians.
Brown, Acton bet voters want change as Democrats keep Ohio close
Ohio Democrats are banking on voters wanting a change from President Donald Trump, unaffordable living and Republican rule in the Buckeye State.
BET to make huge HBCU move this Fall
BET President Louis Carr says HBCU basketball will become a major programming focus this fall as the network expands its sports coverage.
Rangers vs Astros Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
Check out the best moments from the matchup between the Texas Rangers and the Houston Astros.
Phillies vs Orioles Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
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Yankees vs Cubs Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
Check out the best moments in the matchup between the New York Yankees and the Chicago Cubs.
AMC Entertainment (AMC) Is Up 24.2% After S&P Credit Upgrade On Improved Operations And Lower Debt - Has The Bull Case Changed?
In the second quarter of 2026, AMC Entertainment Holdings reported revenue of US$1,596.7 million versus US$1,397.9 million a year earlier, while net loss widened to US$11.4 million and basic loss per share from continuing operations was US$0.02. Alongside these results, S&P Global Ratings upgraded AMC’s credit rating to B- from CCC+, citing improved operating performance, lower debt, record quarterly sales and adjusted EBITDA, and better free cash flow despite ongoing losses and shareholder...
Free dental screenings, backpacks offered at local health clinics in Allentown, Bethlehem
Saturday's clinics were for children - hosted at both their downtown Allentown and north side Bethlehem locations.
Dodgers vs. Red Sox game chat
It’s Yoshinobu Yamamoto time at Dodger Stadium. Days off for Kyle Tucker and Mookie Betts. Saturday game info
Chicago Cubs Announce Seiya Suzuki Decision Before Yankees Game
The Chicago Cubs are currently taking on the New York Yankees in an interleague showdown between two of MLB’s most historic franchises. Chicago dropped the first game of its series with the Yankees, and on Saturday, David Peterson (6-7, 5.80 ERA, 77 SO) will get the nod against the Yankees’ starter Max Fried. In the […] The post Chicago Cubs Announce Seiya Suzuki Decision Before Yankees Game appeared first on HEAVY.
Twins vs Mariners Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
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Cardinals vs Blue Jays Highlights ⚾️ MLB on FOX
Check out the highlights in the matchup between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Toronto Blue Jays.
Will Levis '100 percent' believes he can still be an NFL starter: 'There are not 32 quarterbacks in this league better than me'
Dodgers' Mookie Betts: Getting rest Saturday
Dodgers' Mookie Betts: Getting rest Saturday
Musikfest Photos: Saturday, August 1st, 2026
Did we see you or your friends at Musikfest 2026 in Bethlehem, Pa.? Check out our daily photo galleries from the largest free music festival in the nation!
‘It’s unacceptable’: Cleveland Browns owner says fans ‘deserve better’
The Cleveland Browns have not performed well the past two seasons, and team owner Jimmy Haslam knows it. However, despite the recent struggles, it sounds like Haslam is optimistic about this season. During a recent interview, Haslam acknowledged the team’s frustrating record the past two years, but he made it clear that he thinks the…
2026 New England Patriots: 2 Interesting Storylines To Follow
The 2026 New England Patriots are looking to duplicate their success from a season ago. There are two things I’m looking for in this upcoming season. Let’s dive deep into what they are. Drake Maye’s Play Against Better Competition The 2026 Patriots hope their young quarterback, Drake Maye, can pick up where he left off […] The post 2026 New England Patriots: 2 Interesting Storylines To Follow appeared first on Stadium Rant.
George Santos got busted for manipulating political betting markets—and seems to have little remorse
"Touché bitches lets see who wins!"
Beware of spoilers as some fans have reported that Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has broken its street date in some areas
The Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Open Beta came to its conclusion last week. The game is now set to be officially launched on August 6, 2026.Marvel Tokon is set to feature a base roster made up of 20 characters ...
Should the Pirates flip to sellers at the trade deadline? Here's why Paul Skenes thinks they should still buy
CINCINNATI — Last Sunday, Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said he wasn’t expecting results between then and the trade deadline to shift...
Zack Wheeler knows deadline uncertainty better than most: ‘an anxious time'
Zack Wheeler has been traded, nearly moved and left in deadline limbo. Those experiences shaped how he views this time of year.
Big Ten believes its reputation as a top-heavy league is unfair
The balance of power between college football’s heavyweight conferences has been a major talking point at the leagues’ media days.
Flutter Entertainment (FLUT) Stock Still Looks Cheap On Its 65% Slump
Flutter Entertainment stock is down 65.1% over the past year. Yet the broader valuation checks still lean toward the shares looking cheap rather than fully priced. With sentiment starting to shift after recent research pointing to easing concerns around prediction markets, the gap between weak past returns and a supportive valuation read is back in focus for investors. Over the last 12 months, Flutter Entertainment has declined 65.1%, which means the market has already priced in a...
Science Inquiry Comes Alive for Jacket Middle Schoolers
Snails, sidewalks and Double Stuff Oreos... At Partnership Middle School, instructors are finding innovative ways to help students connect the classroom to what they see in the real world every day. By integrating hands-on experiences and scientific investigations into weekly lessons, 6th and 7th grade science teachers push their classes to explore the curriculum standards through the lens of critical thinking, communication with their peers, experimentation, and scientific inquiry. Last week, two different approaches for two different grade levels saw Jacket teachers ignite the same spark for learning. On Tuesday, 6th graders in Lydia Jones' science class took their lessons outside as they explored the school grounds to identify living and non-living things. Despite the warm temperatures, they engaged in discovering unexpected objects on the campus and connecting that to what they learned in class about the criteria for what qualifies a thing as "living". Ms. Jones tasked students with walking the grounds and listing as many living and non-living things they could find in just a few minutes. Students spotted a fire hydrant, construction vehicles, grass, trees, soccer equipment, rocks, sidewalks, and even a snail hidden in the plants. After they finished the exploration, students returned to the regular classroom to discuss their results and whether their objects were classified correctly. On Thursday, 7th graders in Omini Parks' science class participated in their first lab of the semester as they explored and identified the physical properties of a favorite snack -- Oreos. Ms. Parks identified the class objective before the lab activity began by writing the academic standard on the dry erase board in a declarative statement: "I can collect and evaluate qualitative data to describe substances using physical properties." Students watched a video about how Oreo sandwich cookies are made, and then engaged in a question and answer discussion to give observations on the manufacturing process, review various types of physical properties and their scientific terminology, and talk generally about how the lab inquiry would work. The Q&A ended with a predictable question from students... "Will we be able to eat the Oreos?" The hands-on lab exercise required the 7th grade scientists to observe and record the differences between regular Oreos and the Double Stuff variety based on their physical properties. They followed the instructions in their lab brief to chart a comparison between the two types of cookies by observing properties with their magnifying lenses, measuring the height and diameter of both, and weighing the cookies with and without their filling. The activity let students put their lessons about physical properties into practice with real objects while also practicing vocabulary and writing skills to record their observations and using math skills from the last school year like taking measurements and calculating averages. Of course, they ended the lab by charting the taste of the cookies as well! These types of activities allow students to see the science standards they are learning come to life in the real world and engage with the content in new ways. Beyond that, they serve as a foundation for encouraging and growing scientific inquiry. Later in the school year, students will use the scientific method they are learning to complete science projects that require real research and the ability to explain and answer questions about their process and results. At the school-level competitive Science Fair last year, 41 Partnership students earned a place in the 2026 regional Science Fair held at MSU. From there, 14 advanced to the State Science Fair conducted at Northeast Mississippi Community College in April.
13 things pet owners should clean regularly to keep everyone healthy and happy
Veterinary experts share tips on how to care for the items that come into contact with our furry companions to promote good health and stave off odors.
UFC Belgrade Start Time, Full Fight Card Details
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is headed to Belgrade, Serbia, for the first time ever TODAY (Sat., Aug. 1, 2026), staging UFC Belgrade from inside Belgrade Arena, streaming live on Paramount+. Headlining the event will be a Welterweight fight between Uros Medic vs. Daniel Rodriguez. In the Light Heavyweight co-main event, former division champion, Jan Błachowicz, […]
Lamont Roach vs William Zepeda: Live streaming results and highlights!
We’ve got a world title doubleheader tonight on DAZN and TNT, with Lamont Roach Jr and William Zepeda fighting for the vacant WBC lightweight title in the main event. That will follow the IBF lightweight title bout between Raymond Muratalla and Robson Conceicao, plus two more bouts on the main card this evening! We’ll have […]
Israel Adesanya Predicts Jan Blachowicz vs. Navajo Stirling
UFC legend Israel Adesanya shared his prediction for the UFC Belgrade co-main event between Jan Blachowicz and Navajo Stirling.Adesanya fought Blachowicz for the UFC light heavyweight title at UFC 259 in March 2021, losing by unanimous decision. He was also a former longtime training partner of Stirling at City Kickboxing, the gym he trained at […] The post Israel Adesanya Predicts Jan Blachowicz vs. Navajo Stirling appeared first on HEAVY.
Bethesda Makes Huge Fallout 76 Change To Please Players
Fallout 76 changes have been made to the Infestations circuit to appease players who aren't enjoying the content online.
Thousands turn out in Bethlehem for opening night of Musikfest 2026
The country's largest free music festival is back in Bethlehem for 10 days.
Diabetes Drug Used For More Than 60 Years Found to Unexpectedly Affect The Brain
A hidden pathway is emerging.
Scientists left water inside a battery and nearly doubled its power
A surprisingly simple change could make sodium-ion batteries far more powerful while opening the door to turning seawater into drinking water. Researchers at the University of Surrey found that sodium vanadium oxide performs much better when its naturally occurring water is left inside instead of being removed during manufacturing.
UNCW Business School Students Travel to Prague for Real-Life Consulting Experience by Robert Burrus
This article was contributed by Kestrel Smoot, International Programs Coordinator for UNCW’s Cameron School of Business. During the most recent spring semester, 33 upper-level finance and marketing students from the UNCW’s Cameron School of Business traveled to Prague, Czechia, to participate in an intensive international consulting project. Unlike traditional study-abroad programs, the Prague consultancy project focuses on real client engagement. Each year’s project is entirely new, designed through collaboration between faculty and industry partners to identify a current business challenge that students will address. This year, students worked with MAMS-Champi, a Czech non-alcoholic beverage company that is seeking to expand into other global markets. Throughout the first half of the semester, students attend class at UNCW and prepare for their time abroad by conducting preliminary research, developing analytical frameworks, and organizing themselves into specialized teams responsible for tasks such as marketing strategy, industry analysis, consumer segmentation, and competitive evaluation. The course emphasizes independence and teamwork, requiring students to take ownership of their work, manage deadlines, and collaborate across functional groups. Additionally, faculty serve as advisors, allowing students to navigate the complexities of the project much as they would in a professional consulting environment. Once in Prague, students met with company leadership, toured facilities, and refined their recommendations based on real-time feedback. The in-person component is widely regarded as the most transformative aspect of the program because students must synthesize weeks of work into a cohesive presentation and deliver it to the client, demonstrating professionalism, strategic thinking, and adaptability. Beyond the consulting work, students participated in cultural and educational activities that broadened their understanding of global business environments. They explored Prague’s historic districts, learned about Czech culture, and engaged with local professionals. These experiences helped students understand how economic, regulatory, and social factors shape market opportunities. The Prague consultancy project stands as a defining example of the Cameron School of Business’s commitment to experiential learning, consistently strengthening students’ confidence, enhancing their resumes, and serving as a focal point in job interviews. Employers recognize the value of the hands-on experience and transferable skills students gain, underscoring the program’s role in preparing industry-ready graduates for today’s fast-moving business landscape.
Alphabet rolls back AI image generation in Google Earth over policy violations
Alphabet's Google said on Friday it was rolling back an AI image-generation feature it had introduced in Google Earth just a day ago, after users shared images that appeared to violate the company's policies.
Microsoft Promises Better Windows 11 Memory Efficiency
Following large-scale dissatisfaction with the overall Windows experience, Microsoft in March 2026 issued a statement explaining that it would be working to deliver "smoother navigation and more reliable performance for everyday tasks." Now, over four months later, Pavan Davaluri, President of...
Microsoft wants to make Windows work better with 8GB of RAM.
And that’s a good thing, because its own 8GB Surface Laptop 13 struggles so much that it’s a tough buy. Microsoft’s other new areas of “focus” include making Windows onboarding and family controls easier to set up and making “voice [control] more natural and fluid” across apps. [Link: Windows quality: an update on the commitment we made in March | https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2026/07/31/windows-quality-an-update-on-the-commitment-we-made-in-march/ | Windows Insider Blog]
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 just landed with all of Google's latest fixes
Just what you asked for: a new Android 17 QPR1 Beta release to play around with on your Pixel all weekend long.
Google rolling out Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 for Pixel
Following the last release over two weeks ago, Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 is rolling out today for Pixel devices....
St. Louis nonprofit seeks consultant to model city re-entering county
A St. Louis nonprofit commissioned a study examining costs of city-county consolidation, with support from business leaders and labor groups.
State approves Salem Health-Santiam merger
The Oregon Health Authority has granted a proposed merger between Salem Health and Santiam Hospital & Clinics, state officials said Friday. But the deal can’t close until Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield gives his sign off.
Restaurant Scorecard: Homewood restaurant scores 2nd-lowest health inspection grade in county since mid-2025
A Homewood restaurant was forced to close after scoring a 48 on a Jefferson County health inspection, the second-lowest score in the county since mid-2025, while eight other area food establishments also failed inspections between July 20 and July 28 and now require reinspection.
Louis Carr outlines his fall vision for BET as focus on HBCU, storytelling take center stage
Seven months into his tenure as BET President, Carr has already revived ‘ComicView’ and had the highest-rated BET Awards since
Memphis-based company on track for major business segment spinout
International Paper CEO Andy Silvernail says the EMEA spinout remains on track for completion between January and April 2027.
The Streaming Bubble Keeps Popping
(Welcome to the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a newsletter on the entertainment industry and business strategy. I write a weekly Streaming Ratings Report and a bi-weekly strategy column, along with occasional deep dives into other topics, like today’s article. Please subscribe.) One of my rules is “never bet against PE [private equity]”. This isn’t to say that I agree with their methods or tactics or strategies or financial innovations (aka shenanigans). Just that in the long arc of financial history, they’ve tended to return very good returns to their shareholders. That said, their forays into entertainment have left me...skeptical. I’ve written before about PE’s production company/celebrity production company roll ups, and those haven’t really worked out. Some PE groups tried to “roll up” an industry that isn’t “roll-up-able” for lack of a better term—since the barrier to entry for starting a production company is very low—often paying top dollar for celebrity production companies at the height of streaming valuations. So yeah maybe we can bet against PE when they venture into filmed entertainment. I’ve also noted that studio lots seemed to be a bubble back in 2022. Sure enough… Yikes! That sure sounds like some private equity guys lost some money. The only caveat being that holding a lot of land in Los Angeles is always valuable. But that wasn’t the pitch and likely real estate investment companies overpaid for said land. I mean, Goldman Sachs had to repossess it after all. (Technically, I’m not sure these buyers were traditional private equity, but PE was buying LA studio lots earlier this decade.) All to say: I call out bubbles when I see them, and they often pop. Anywho, my most famous bubble call was the “streaming bubble”, specifically that the major streamers were making too many shows and films. And that it could all come crashing down. Notably, I made this call before the strikes of 2023, but those strikes potentially accelerated the popping. And now it has indeed popped. One of my most popular articles of last year made that exact case. A year later, it’s time to update that analysis. The bottom line is that the streaming contraction continues. Credit where credit is due, Luminate—an analytics company whose data I use weekly in my streaming ratings report—called this out in a recent report I saw highlighted in both Bloomberg and The Hollywood Reporter. But I’m adding my data to their look, including streaming films and kids TV shows. I’ll also provide some other data that all tells the same picture. Let’s dive in! Subscribe The Number of Streaming TV Shows, Films and Specials Is Declining AGAIN in 2026 Let’s get right to the data, starting with my dataset. Specifically, each week I track every “notable” title to come out on streaming. I try to grab every title on every major streamer, meaning if it’s a first run or original or exclusive, I track it. This helps me call out the “dogs not barking” and the misses/flops each week. So that will be our first series of charts, my weekly collection data. Let’s start with the raw TV show, film and special data, by week. Note: As the years have gone by, I have actually added more sources (going from just one source to five sources) to find new titles, meaning that this data collection is, likely, more accurate now than in the past. Which means my team and I are more likely to have undercounted titles in the past rather than today. I like to cut the data several different ways. Here’s that same look, by quarter, to more sharply show the trends: And here’s the data just looking at the first half of each year. That’s the same data, just cut three different ways with three different time periods. Note that films, TV shows, and specials are all down by 25%, 42% and 17%, respectively, from 2022. The good news is that the number of films and specials actually increased year-over-year from 2025 to 2026, but not enough to offset the 25% decline in TV shows. Now, I also look at kids shows, and here they are pulled out on their own: And here’s that by quarter: This really seems to be a notable area of pullback by the streamers. Kids shows are down 80% from 2022. This reflects some formerly Disney+ shows going to cable TV first, but also pullbacks from HBO Max, Prime Video and Netflix. I also categorize the TV shows by English language and non-English language, and that also reveals a lot of where the drop comes from: And here is by the half-year: In this look, the good news is the drop for English language shows seems to have stabilized in the last year. But the bad news is the long term decline from the 2022 peak. Other Data So I wasn’t the only person to notice this decline in the number of shows. I have a few other data sources for this, though most only go through the end of 2025. As I said, Luminate beat me to the punch, so let’s look at their data. We’re just getting started with this issue, but the rest is for paid subscribers of the Entertainment Strategy Guy, so if you’d like to find out… What TV loss streaming didn’t make up for... How Netflix has changed their programming slate over time… Ten more images charting the decline of production... What type of films aren’t being made anymore... 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Innovation Politics at the FDA - Petrie-Flom Center
The relationship between innovation and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has become a central topic of concern for a whole host of parties: academics, members of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, and several former FDA commissioners.
Beyond 'healthy' obesity: New framework weighs organ damage and daily limitations
A new approach to defining obesity could help physicians better determine which patients need more intensive treatment by focusing on the effects of excess adiposity on organs and tissues rather than ...
Microsoft confirms it will make Windows 11 run better on PCs with 8GB RAM: Promises continued focus on fixing Windows' biggest issues
Microsoft's Windows chief Pavan Davuluri has provided an update on the work it's been doing to fix Windows 11's biggest problems.
Researchers connect with the public at Summer Science Day
There’s a different energy in the Eccles Health Science Education Building on Summer Science Day. On Saturday, July 11, 2026, 700 people engaged with 70 science learning opportunities presented by researchers from across the University of Utah. The encounter changed both presenters and attendees for the better.
Google’s Pixel 11 Glow might be called ‘HiLight’
The “Pixel Glow” name first appeared during the Android 17 Beta, but Google might actually launch it as “HiLight” on the Pixel 11 Pro.
Mistfall Hunter's Best Class Just Got Even Better
The Withered Knight's second weapon, the polearm and shield, got a bit sharper to do more damage in the July 30 update.
Flutter Entertainment Announce Management Participation in Upcoming Event
DUBLIN & TORONTO, July 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flutter Entertainment (“Flutter”) (NYSE:FLUT, LSE:FLTR), the leading online sports betting and...
WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' debate who will pay the political price for rising energy costs
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss which party has a better message on energy costs facing voters in the 2026 midterm election. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
ESPN’s 2026-27 college football anthem is here
It’s the most dependable tradition in sports media, more reliable than any preseason poll: ESPN picks a song, plays it about 4,000 times between kickoff and the College Football Playoff, and by Halloween you’ll be able to hum it in your sleep, whether you wanted to learn it or not. ESPN announced Friday that “High…
A bitter pill: are you wasting your money on supplements?
Will collagen make you look younger? Could magnesium help you sleep better? Or are the benefits overstated? A dietitian reveals which are worth taking
The Government's Earthquake Warning System Has a 30% Accuracy Rate. Scientists Found Something Better
Researchers tested a new technique that uses fiber optic cables to detect earthquakes. It’s twice as precise as what the government currently uses.
Nevada Sportsbooks See Significant Handle, Revenue Increases in June
Sportsbooks snapped a four-month streak of year-over-year handle declines as the World Cup and NBA Finals fueled strong June betting activity.
Few signs of talks between US and Iran as Trump hears from different corners on path forward
Despite President Donald Trump’s claims Iran is “begging” for a deal, some US officials fear regime figures appear more committed than ever to wielding leverage over the Strait of Hormuz and firing missiles toward American troops.
Survey: Small business optimism picks up in Iowa, nation
Many small businesses around Iowa and the nation are seeing “encouraging developments” while also experiencing challenging times, according to a recent survey. The NFIB (National Federation of Independent Business ) Small Business Optimism Index rose 2.1 points in June to 97.4, nearing its 52-year average of 98. Expectations for better business conditions and real sales […]
Emmy Rossum and Elizabeth Meriwether weigh in on 'Furious's taboo but tender crime tale
Co-star Lola Petticrew also sounds off.
AI Cognitive Health Startup Mantis Biotech Rethinks How Women Are Diagnosed
The AI Catching Brain Fog, ADHD, And Dementia Between Doctor Visits
What your walking speed may reveal about your brain health
A new study of adults 80 and older found a striking link between walking pace and later cognitive decline — but the takeaway isn’t simply to speed up.
Does public health *need* MAHA?
Last week, our friend Dr. Craig Spencer sparked an ongoing volatile discussion with his Atlantic article “Public Health Needs MAHA.” Some have come out in strong dissent, others are cheering, and others are simply lamenting that we find ourselves in such a divided world to begin with. We will dare to dip our toes in these controversial waters, too. Does public health need MAHA? We think in some ways yes, and in other ways, no. MAHA leaders versus the everyday MAHA supporter The vitriol in this debate mostly comes from one collapsed distinction: the leadership of MAHA is not necessarily the same as the people who support it. Say “MAHA” and most people picture RFK Jr. Fair enough, as he coined the term and holds most of the power. And, yes, some MAHA followers treat Kennedy as something close to a saint. But talk to the grassroots, and it’s not a monolith. They’re Republicans, Democrats, and Independents. People who distrust vaccines and vaccine supporters. It’s a wide, eclectic coalition. The data backs this too: 4 in 10 Americans support the movement—that’s a lot of people! But according to polls, vaccines and medical choice (the issues most tied to Kennedy personally) are cited by only 4% as their reason for supporting the movement. For many, the motivations are much broader. Many MAHA supporters are signing up for the idea that “something needs to change” with health in this country. They’re asking good-faith questions about corporate influence on our health systems, health care costs, nutrition, chemicals, and clean air and water. These are all questions that plenty of public health professionals recognize as legitimate and also care about very deeply. Blurring the lines between the leadership and grassroots does real damage in two important ways: It hands the 4 in 10 exactly the narrative already fed—that the health ecosystem doesn’t listen, doesn’t care, and paints every critic with the same brush. It gives the actual bad actor more power. RFK Jr. has done irreparable damage and can’t be trusted. What the MAHA movement gets right A healthy population is something the public health field was literally built on, and many of these topics are things we have dedicated our lives to. Yet the MAHA movement has captivated nearly half the country in a way the public health establishment has failed to achieve. So that means MAHA is doing something right. Some of it may be timing (after a Covid-19 pandemic and deep frustration and mistrust with institutions). The movement also does three other things really well: 1. It gives a new, louder voice to system failures. While MAHA is not a monolith, one theme stays consistent across their stories: the system failed them. For some, it was the system that flooded their communities with opioids and then walked away. For others, it was the system that let their business collapse during Covid with no safety net in sight. For others still, it was the system that failed to help them manage a complex chronic illness, bouncing them from physician to physician without any real answers. And in many ways, our health ecosystems are failing Americans. Why are medical bills so incomprehensible? Why do some kids get a healthy school lunch and others don’t? Why do an epidemiologist and a MD/PhD student have to start newsletters in the middle of the biggest public health emergency in a century, just so people can get straight information? Because the systems failed. This deep-seated frustration driving many Americans to search for solutions elsewhere needs to be recognized. 2. MAHA has brilliant comms central to their efforts. MAHA figured out something most health institutions still have not: the information landscape changed. It’s participatory now, not top-down; influence runs through many nodes in a community, not one institution; and storytelling and telling audiences “what you really think” moves people more than data dumps do. MAHA goes where audiences are listening, using podcasts, social media, and memes in ways most health institutions would scoff at—but it works. 3. They are very good at organizing. A MAHA meeting feels like a rally: energy, speakers, music, and most importantly, an action for everyone. Someone’s writing the next policy brief, someone’s seeding a narrative, someone knows the next legislative deadline, someone’s sending the text messages for a campaign. None of this is new (ask the civil rights movement), but MAHA knows it works and has capitalized on it. What MAHA gets wrong This list could be much longer, and this newsletter has spent a lot of time covering it, but here are a few things: Poor use of scientific evidence. This is the fundamental problem with many MAHA policies: the hype outpaces the science, and experts are often villainized for pointing this out. MAHA leadership has traded real solutions for cheap wins. For example, instead of taking on the powerful food industry and passing real reforms, it has celebrated french fries made of beef tallow and taken out artificial dyes from still very sugary children’s cereal. These changes won’t move the needle on America’s diet. MAHA leadership has tried to dismantle vaccine access in the U.S. While many MAHA supporters emphasize other issues, the effort to change vaccine policy has become MAHA’s signature effort. This is not surprising given RFK Jr.’s extensive track record campaigning against vaccines. It has rallied behind the wrong leader. RFK Jr. has a decades-long track record of villifying doctors, scientists, and public health workers, well before he became HHS secretary. He is known for his decades-long work sowing distrust in vaccines as well as life-saving treatments like antiretroviral therapy for HIV. This is not a serious person who can move the needle on health in the U.S, and he has already done serious damage. Public health needs more than defense Defending the evidence is absolutely necessary so health in the U.S. doesn’t move further backward. The public health establishment is very good at defense. The problem is this defense often sounds like defending the status quo, which has failed many people. Public health needs to offer an alternative to RFK Jr.’s MAHA—one that is rooted in evidence, truly listens to and addresses people’s frustrations, and has innovative solutions and the courage to change the systems. How do we get there? Find common ground. Do you know what most people care most about? The abysmal cost of healthcare. Start there. Fight for the human loudly. Too often, communications and engagement center on science with a capital S, funding mechanisms, or the CDC/FDA/NIH. Not the person. So the public doesn’t see themselves in it. Instead, they see people fighting for the very powerful systems that they feel negatively impact their health and well-being. Let the public feel and hear that you see their frustrations, you get it, and you’re fighting for them within the system. Recognize when pro-science messages are alienating people. Facts absolutely matter, but angrily venting only alienates people further. Our friend Elisabeth Marnik recently wrote a New York Times article about her experience growing up unvaccinated and how listening and empathetic conversation are the only ways to reach people that really work (a position backed by communication science). Her comments section was full of hateful comments from pro-vaccine individuals attacking her for daring to suggest we approach vaccine-hesitant individuals with empathy. It is possible to both stand firm behind scientific evidence and empathize with people who don’t trust it. Lean into politics smartly. Often, public health has shied away from politics: Don’t touch it, lest you get burned. But this fails to recognize that the third rail is what fuels the train: who is elected determines our budgets, our priorities, and our authority. Being political means being very savvy in strategy on both sides of the aisle, knowing your audience, and recognizing that political capital is as scarce as financial resources and needs to be allocated accordingly. Bottom line So does public health need MAHA? That’s not really the right question. Public health has a responsibility not to dismiss 40% of the country who feel heard by this movement and are frustrated that the system has failed them. And it has a responsibility to stick to the evidence and recognize MAHA leadership for what it is: a danger to our nation’s health. Both can, and should, be done. Love, YLE and KP A big thanks to Craig Spencer, who had the courage to put his neck out there to start a much-needed discussion at such a critical moment—one that is determining the identity of an entire field. Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD is completing an emergency medicine residency and research fellowship focusing on health literacy and communication. In her free time, she writes the newsletters You Can Know Things debunking health myths and rumors and The Public Health Roundup. Views expressed belong to KP, not her employer. Your Local Epidemiologist (YLE) comprises a team of experts, ranging from physicians to immunologists to epidemiologists to nutritionists, working together with one goal: to “translate” ever-evolving public health science so that people are well-equipped to make evidence-based decisions. The YLE suite of newsletters reaches over 475,000 people across more than 132 countries. 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