SCROLL NEWS / DISCOVERY
Search headlines
Find the stories shaping the conversation.
Results for " YEARS " 10,147 found 🔀 AI-powered Shuffle
UNC Health plans Wilmington hospital
UNC Health plans to create a community hospital on a 62-acre proposed site in New Hanover County, pending regulatory approvals, according to an announcement Monday morning. “Planned for the southeast corner of South 17th Street and Shipyard Boulevard, the site was selected for its accessibility and its geographic infill capacity in serving a rapidly growing region,” according to the release. “This project marks a significant step forward in UNC Health’s commitment to improving access to primary care and specialty care closer to home.” Officials said the proposed hospital would offer a range of specialties, including emergency care, cardiology, oncology, OBGYN and more. While the not-for-profit, state-owned health system’s officials are planning the hospital, the proposal still requires state approval through North Carolina’s certificate of need (CON) process before it can become a reality. UNC Health is targeting an opening date of 2030, the release stated, and “will continue to engage openly with local community leaders and residents and share updates as plans evolve and progress is made towards achieving CON approval.” The state’s CON law requires healthcare providers to obtain a CON from the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services before developing or offering what the department’s website dubs “a new institutional health service.” The term encompasses a wide range of facilities, including hospitals. The news of UNC Health’s Wilmington plans follows the recent addition of Ernie Bovio to UNC Health. Bovio, who had served as president of the Novant Health Coastal Region since 2024, became regional president of UNC Health’s Southeast Coastal Region in April. “This is an important first step in our commitment to ensuring that families in Wilmington and the surrounding areas have access to the high-quality, compassionate care they deserve – right here at home,” Bovio stated in the release. “As I’ve listened to my own neighbors and community members across the region, I’ve heard a clear message: Wilmington is ready for more choice in healthcare – and UNC Health is ready to deliver it.” According to the release, Wilmington Health – one of the largest independent, physician-owned practices in Southeastern North Carolina – also supports the project, and its providers are expected to participate on the medical staff of the new facility. “Wilmington Health has served this community for more than 50 years, and we know firsthand that our patients are interested in choice,” stated Jeff James, CEO of Wilmington Health, in the release. “We strongly support UNC Health’s plan to bring a new community hospital to our region – closing critical gaps in specialty care and ensuring families across our region have options to access the services they need, right here at home.”
The sugar intake – oral diseases nexus: Leveraging food environments for better population nutrition and health
Across the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region, our diets are changing rapidly. Globalization has made processed foods, which often do not align with healthy diets, easier to find, more affordable, and more heavily marketed than ever before. Unfortunately, many of these products are often high in saturated fat, trans-fatty acids, salts and free sugars, contributing to the burden of all forms of malnutrition, including diet-related noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). The impact of these dietary changes is staggering. Sugars, in particular, are empty calories and are often hidden in processed foods and beverages. Over the last 20 years, the health burden linked to sugary drinks has nearly tripled, reaching 52.3 disability-adjusted life years per 100 000 in 2023. Excessive sugar is a leading cause of obesity, diabetes, and—most notably—oral diseases. Today, oral diseases affect over 960 million individuals in the Western Pacific Region. Tooth decay is the most common issue, especially for childre
The Future is Now: The Roy Blunt Health Science Building Nears Completion
Beginning in April of 2024, both MSSU’s faculty and students have closely observed the construction of the Roy Blunt Health Science building. Over the course of two years, the building has quickly taken shape, signifying the beginning of a new future for MSSU’s health students. Linda Eis, MSSU’s Chief Financial Officer, and Dr. Dean Van Galen, president of the university, share insight on the building’s...
John Isner, Venus Williams take on expanded roles as TNT Sports reveals 2026 Roland-Garros broadcast team
TNT Sports is giving John Isner and Venus Williams significantly more to do at this year’s Roland-Garros, the network announced Thursday. Isner and Williams are both taking on expanded roles for the 2026 tournament, which kicks off May 24 across TNT, truTV, and HBO Max. Williams, a seven-time Grand Slam singles champion who spent years…
The Business Of “Summer”—How Summer Fridays Built Beauty’s Most Aspirational Feeling
Summer Fridays didn’t just build a beauty brand: it built a feeling. Eight years after launching with Jet Lag Mask, Marianna Hewitt and Lauren Ireland own "summer."
Springfield school board to consider new elementary-school science curriculum
Lookout Eugene-Springfield reviewed Springfield’s elementary science curriculum, which has been in process for three years. The curriculum is a mix of teacher-created lesson plans, a science curriculum called Mystery Science and science-themed segments of the district’s English Language Arts curriculum that align with state standards.
Inside Business Power List 2026: Emeritus
All the people on this Emeritus List are engaged in the community and have been for years, if not decades.
Is 'Citizen Kane' really the greatest film of all time?
LOS ANGELES — In May 1941, it premiered in a New York cinema, only to become an initial flop. Today, 85 years later, "Citizen Kane" is considered by many to
'Probably best Celtic performance in this tumultuous season'
Sinclair: Where did that performance come from? Fir Park is a massive massive game now, hopefully we can take Sunday into Wednesday. Topped off with a piece of individual brilliance - a goal Celtic fans will play back over and over for years to come.
"We currently only support Steam and EGS stores for PC": A major upcoming sequel ditches Xbox PC and Xbox Play Anywhere — is this an emerging trend?
Aliens: Fireteam Elite was a surprise win for Xbox PC and Play Anywhere a few years ago. The sequel has not only ditched Play Anywhere, but Xbox PC all up.
Biggest VAR call ever?
The most consequential decision in the history of the video assistant referee in the Premier League was played out over four minutes 11 seconds of nerve-shredding drama inside London Stadium. Darren England had to pore over the most significant domestic VAR decision since its inception in 2019 before sending referee Chris Kavanagh to the screen. VAR decisions have been important before - but none have been quite so heavy, with the consequences potentially giving Arsenal a decisive push towards their first Premier League title in 22 years, while at the same time sending West Ham towards the Championship.
Jared Wolff Plots Banc of Cal's Next Chapter - Los Angeles Business Journal
Sitting at the helm of the $34 billion Banc of California, Jared Wolff is too busy to think about legacy. In seven years as the Brentwood-based regional
Science Reveals the Ideal Age Gap for a Couple That Actually Lasts
You have probably scrolled past at least one debate about age gaps this week. Maybe it was a celebrity couple sparking hot takes, or a friend defending their relationship math over brunch. We all seem to have an opinion on how many years between partners is too many – or just right. But what if...
Ravens GM recalls early days working beside Ozzie Newsome
Ravens GM Eric DeCosta reflects on his humble beginnings, starting in a tiny scouting department nearly 30 years ago.
Birmingham restaurant expands its business while others fight to stay open amid string of closures
O’ Taste and See expanded its space and added a new dine-in experience after years of operating primarily as a to-go business. It celebrated its expansion on Mother’s Day.
Caring Beyond the Bedside: Carolyn Glover's Story from Nurse to Educator to Volunteer
Carolyn Glover spent years in nursing before transitioning to nursing education at Gaston College, where she shaped the careers of hundreds of nurses. Now a CaroMont Health volunteer, Glover continues to give back to the community she has always called home.
HIV i-Base: Transgender health in Australia: HIV drops by 94% as PrEP increases over 10 years
A ten year retrospective database study in Australia reported a 94% drop in HIV incidence among over 7,000 transgender and non-binary people.
Johns Hopkins' Carey Business School Receives $50M Gift From Namesake Foundation
W. P. Carey Foundation has gifted the Hopkins B-school a total of $125M over the years; latest to boost entrepreneurship programming.
Analysis: Anderson sends a reminder to Newcastle
Newcastle did not need any reminder of what they had allowed to leave the club - but Anderson delivered one anyway. The midfielder cost Forest £35m when he joined two years ago and, despite some debatable recent recruitment at the City Ground, he has been a stunning success.
Rifle Finally Unlocked In Bully 20 Years Later Thanks To Wild Glitch
It's imperative that we not let this news reach Jack Thompson
UVM Health must cut expenses by $300 million in three years, independent liaison finds
University of Vermont Health faces $300 million expense cuts and improved efficiency in outpatient clinics to meet financial goals.
Former Space Coast Congressman Bill Posey passes away Saturday
'His legacy will endure through the countless lives he touched, the communities he strengthened, and the values he championed throughout his years of service.'
Chicago Teachers Union wants $8.5 million dues hike to fund politics
“Has your brand become toxic?” This was a pointed question from WGN Political Editor Tahman Bradley, posed to Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates in a recent interview. Her immediate response: “I don’t understand the question.” When pressed, Gates added, “The Chicago Teachers Union is not a political party, it is a labor union.” But internal union documents show CTU leadership is trying to skim $8.5 million more from teacher paychecks explicitly for politics, while trying to silence union members critical of Gates’ leadership. Under the proposed dues hike, Chicago teachers would see up to $800 more per year flow from their paychecks to union coffers. The union already takes in more than $40 million a year, mostly from dues. And it spends less than 18 cents of every dollar on teacher representation. The No. 1 reason for the proposed dues hike? Politics. “We must win a majority of the first 21 person fully elected school board in November,” reads the first point in CTU’s member FAQ document.1 This directly contradicts CTU’s promise to members about how leadership uses dues money. The official CTU handbook tells members that the union does not use dues money for politics, so if they are interested in funding political activity, they should consider voluntary donations to CTU’s political action committee. “Our dues are not used for political purposes,” according to the handbook. “So our PAC relies on extra contributions from our members to support progressive candidates and to impact elected officials at the city, county and state levels.” This kind of double-speak is one reason members are concerned about another constitutional change slipped into the dues hike vote, which will take place on May 20-21: an attempt to stop members from holding the union accountable. A proposed amendment to the union constitution tries to place limits on when members may bring a lawsuit against the union for violating members’ rights.2 This provision is clearly a response to members’ lawsuit against union leadership regarding Gates’ years-long refusal to publish audited financial statements. The judge in that case has repeatedly denied the union’s attempts to dismiss it. Teachers opposed to these changes have been circulating this flier, urging members to vote no. What will CTU members get in return for millions of dollars in additional dues? If the 2024 school board elections are any indication—not much. CTU leadership’s record on school board races may not inspire confidence among members. A Chicago Policy Center analysis of a dozen affiliated PACs found CTU spent nearly $2.9 million on school board races in 2024. Of that spending, more than $2.1 million (75%) went to losing candidates. And while CTU-backed candidates lost six of the nine competitive seats overall, they fared worse in their biggest-spending races, losing five of six contests in which the union and its affiliates put up more than $250,000 for their candidate. The Chicago school board elections take place Nov. 3.3 Is another $8.5 million enough to clean up a toxic reputation? Not likely. Update on federal tax credit scholarship: Last week, Democratic New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said she plans to opt into the federal tax credit scholarship program. If Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker follows suit, Illinois could unlock $1 billion in donor money statewide for both public- and private-school students. If Illinois does not opt in, that money will flow to other states. The Last Ward reported in February on how Illinois Democrats could unlock at least $100 million in new resources for Chicago public-school students by opting in. Update on the investigation into how Chicagoans learned about a meeting to hike their property taxes: The Last Ward reported in January on an absurd, taxpayer-funded investigation into how local media learned of a planned Chicago school board meeting to hike the district’s property tax levy. That investigation is now complete. Lawyers interviewed two dozen witnesses, and found nothing. Update on Illinois’ muni debt crisis: My colleague Joe Tabor last week published a must-read piece in Crain’s Chicago Business about how Illinois recently rejected south suburban Harvey’s request to be designated a “distressed city.” The saga shows why the state must implement a better structure to assist insolvent local governments, including allowing for the option to pursue debt relief via Chapter 9 bankruptcy. The Last Ward reported in October on how Harvey is tipping the first domino in Illinois’ municipal debt crisis. Mincing Rascals: I joined the Mincing Rascals podcast to discuss the SAFE-T Act, the millionaires tax, and more. My “green light” recommendation: Force Majeure (2014). 1 Notably, the No. 2 reason cited is “resources to fund a state-wide millionaires tax campaign in order to fully fund the state’s school funding formula.” The constitutional amendment necessary to implement a progressive income tax in Illinois recently died in the Illinois House, meaning this question would not appear on the ballot until 2028 at the earliest. 2 There is seemingly no single-subject rule for CTU constitutional amendments. So members only get one vote on the full package. One cannot vote “yes” on the dues hike and “no” on the restriction of members’ rights, for example. 3 Illinois law grants far too much power over local government to unelected officials like Gates. State lawmakers should fix that.
College grad: I landed my first full-time job and mostly feel guilty
After college, I was unemployed for years. I landed my first full-time job, but I feel like I'm leaving my fellow Gen Zers who are struggling behind.
Miller Center event discusses the state of journalism and politics in the US
The first topic that Antholis and Dickerson discussed was how the field of journalism has changed over the years, specifically since the era of investigative journalism that uncovered the Watergate scandal in 1972.
From young blades to business trailblazers, Josh and Kelly are bringing the 'Made in America' marque back to San Francisco
Irish immigrant Hugh McConnell was the last person to make knives in San Francisco — 160 years ago. But now a cutting-edge company, with its own co...
Favorite things to do in Egypt, according to a local of 30 years
As a woman who lives in Egypt, some of my favorite things to do include hiking Mount Sinai, hot-air ballooning in Luxor, and visiting the Djara Cave.
How a pill approved 25 years ago transformed cancer treatment
When the Food and Drug Administration approved Gleevec to treat a form of leukemia in 2001, it ushered in a new era in cancer care.
UK politics descends into chaos: Is there a lesson for Democrats?
Two years after the British Labour Party’s “landslide” win, a crushing defeat threatens its future
Why family businesses that built Hollywood are closing
Dozens of family businesses that serve Hollywood have closed down in recent years, squeezed by a historic falloff in local production activity.
Meet Goldman’s athlete whisperer: the woman who stands guard against $1 billion of fraud targeting sports fortunes
Nicole Pullen Ross has advised the ultrawealthy for 26 years at Goldman Sachs. She talked to Fortune about working in sports and seeing a number get retired.
Jennie takes home 20 billion won from self-founded OA Entertainment over two years
K-pop star Jennie has received more than 20 billion won ($13.68 million) in earnings distributions from her own entertainment company in just two years, according to filings with the Financial Supervisory Service on Sunday.
‘Unfinished business’: Former Georgia gymnast Ariel Posen returns after medical retirement
After nearly three years of medical retirement, former Georgia gymnast Ariel Posen entered the transfer portal to compete with her remaining eligibility. Due to an ongoing valgus knee issue, which
Doctor says: Close the doors, buckle up and put phones away to encourage car safety
"Parents must engage their brains. Put your kids in appropriate car seats," Dr. Scott Hamilton writes. "Teach children early, before the eye-rolling years, to buckle up before the car moves."
Letter: Science corrects itself, but doesn’t issue an apology
For 20 years, climate scientists fed the public a steady diet of apocalyptic projections — flooded cities, mass extinctions, a planet on the verge of collapse. What they didn’t prominently disclose was that most of those projections w…
New Evidence Supports the New The Witcher 3 DLC
CD Projekt RED’s The Witcher 3 released 11 years ago now and had two major story expansions: Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine. For over a year now there have been rumors about CDPR developing a third one to bridge the gap between The Witcher 3 and The Witcher 4. Now we may haveContinue reading
Lincoln University share progress on new Health & Security Insitute
After nearly two years of construction, Lincoln University's new Health and Security Institute is almost complete.The institute will become a community hub for
GM's Rare Quadrasteer System For Pickup Trucks Was Innovative (And A Massive Failure)
The Quadrasteer system from GM drew plenty of praise when it debuted, but only lasted a few years. Here's why it never caught on.
Is Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) Pricing Reflect A 54% Year To Date Share Price Slide
If you are wondering whether Flutter Entertainment's current share price really reflects what you are getting for your money, this article breaks down how the stock looks on several valuation yardsticks. After closing at US$101.20, the stock has seen a 6.2% decline over the past week, a 2.3% decline over the last month, and a 53.6% decline year to date. It has also declined 58.0% over the last year and 49.0% and 43.1% over the past 3 and 5 years respectively. Recent coverage has focused on...
Politics And Redistricting Shake Virginia: Abigail Spanberger Faces Backlash As Court Overturns Controversial New Map In Major Political Redistricting Battle
olitics and redistricting have once again collided in Virginia, creating one of the most closely watched political battles in the state in recent years. The
Sponsors heed business and utilities' pleas, make changes to PUC reauthorization bill | The Sum and Substance
The bill extends the life of the Colorado Public Utilities Commission by seven years and makes several changes to its operations.
BLACKPINK's Jennie Receives 23.8 Billion Won Settlement From OA Entertainment
BLACKPINKs Jennie Receives 23.8 Billion Won Settlement From OA Entertainment Singers Personal Label Paid Total Over Two Years After Establishing One-Person Agency in 2023
‘Portland is ready’: Sports Bra hosts event for Portland Fire fans as WNBA team returns
The Portland Fire is returning to the WNBA after over 20 years, and the Sports Bra bar is hosting an event for fans to make posters, enter an exclusive raffle, and celebrate the Fire's debut season against the Chicago Sky.
A look at the past: Citrus Heights' oldest business celebrates 90 years
By Sara Beth Williams-- One of the oldest businesses in the Citrus Heights, Harris Industrial Gases, is set to celebrate its 90th anniversary next week
Top of the Class for 2026 UMW Darden Award Honorees
byEach spring the University of Mary Washington Commencement sets the scene for years’ worth of accomplishments by students, with numerous credit hours in classrooms, labs, internships and extracurricular activities.Eight University of Mary Washington graduates in 2026 marked the moment with a perfect 4.0 GPA, earning the Colgate W. Darden Jr. Award for Academic Achievement for […]
Business Lookahead: Trump on Tour
STORY: From Trump's trip to China, to a slew of new U.S. data releases, these are the stories to watch in business and finance in the coming week. :: Trump goes to Beijing U.S. President Donald Trump visits Beijing on Thursday and Friday.It will be his first visit to China in eight years.He'll try to lock in the trade truce agreed to in October in South Korea, and avoid a rerun of the tit-for-tat tariff battle that he set off a year ago.Fresh trade data should offer a reality check on whether a protectionist White House has managed to dent Americans' appetite for Chinese-made goods.:: Saudi Aramco posts resultsThe world's biggest exporter of crude oil, Saudi Aramco, reports first-quarter results on Sunday.The numbers are expected to show the pain from the more than two-month-old Iran war.This comes as efforts to end the conflict appeared to stall after the U.S. and Iran traded fire in recent days, with some of the biggest flare-ups in fighting in and around the Strait of Hormuz since a ceasefire began a month ago.:: U.S. economic dataA bunch of new data should give a clearer view of inflation in the U.S.Tuesday's April consumer price index is expected to rise 0.6% according to a Reuters poll.Prices at the pump are likely to loom large in the numbers.Producer price data for April on Wednesday is another inflation checkpoint after the Fed’s last meeting exposed a more hawkish tilt among some policymakers who are increasingly uneasy about price pressures.And retail sales figures on Thursday should show whether higher gas prices and other costs are starting to bite into household spending.
Brewers star pitcher makes MLB history Friday night against Yankees
Jacob Misiorowski didn’t just dominate the New York Yankees on Friday night. He made MLB history doing it. The young Milwaukee Brewers star delivered one of the most electric pitching performances baseball has seen in years during Milwaukee’s 6-0 shutout…
Nick Cannon’s business accountant accused of embezzling $2 million, reportedly leaves US
If convicted, Frank Musoke faces up to 20 years in federal prison for each wire fraud charge and up to
Dear Abby | Man wishes good friendship was something more
Dear Abby: I'm a 60-year-old man. I have a close female friend who is 20 years younger. We see each other just about every day and call each other to
West Ham United v Arsenal: Key stats and talking points
In what is a crucial match for both sides, Champions League final-bound Arsenal continue their bid for a first top-flight title for 22 years against a West Ham United side who dropped into the bottom three after last weekend's results. BBC Sport takes a look at the key themes ahead of Sunday's game (16:30 BST). The equation for Arsenal is simple on paper; win all four of their remaining matches and it will be the greatest season in the club's 139-year history.
Ice age humans in China crafted surprisingly advanced stone tools 146,000 years ago
Scientists in China discovered that ancient humans were making surprisingly advanced stone tools during a harsh ice age 146,000 years ago. The tools, created by Homo juluensis, show careful planning and complex thinking rather than simple stone-chipping. Researchers dated the site using tiny calcite crystals inside animal bones, revealing the tools are much older than expected. The discovery challenges the idea that human creativity only thrives in easy, prosperous times.
After 45 years, Susquehanna Chorale leader to take a bow [video]
In 1981, Linda Tedford met with 11 other singers for their first performance as a budding chorale. They filled the historic St. Peter’s Kierch in Middletown with harmony, performing songs
Whisky business: Investors pin hopes on Trump’s Scotch tariff reversal after dire three years
President Trump's decision to ditch the 10% tariff on Scotch whisky could boost the market for premium cask collecting.
‘Not Available For All’—Apple Changes iPhone Messaging Next Week
Apple changes iPhone after 15 years — here's what you need to know.
Review: FRANKLINLAND Holds the Key to Entertainment at B St. Theatre
Forty years celebrating the iconic B St. Theatre continues with Franklinland, an engaging exploration of power, legacy, and the bonds between father and son. Lloyd Suh’s play about the complexities of Benjamin Franklin has an emotional core that centers on the volatile relationship between the founding father and his son, William. Director Sean Patrick Nill approaches the show with a balance of comedy and sincerity, wasting no time establishing the imbalance between icon and son.
Progress remains slow for NC State softball
NC State’s softball season came to an unpleasant end in the ACC tournament earlier this week—the Wolfpack gave up a pair of runs in the bottom of the seventh to lose in walk-off fashion to Louisville. Thus concluded a 27-26 (7-16) campaign, and the third year for head coach Lindsay Leftwich. It’s been 11 years […]
After 3 decades of splendid scientific communication, this one’s for you, Ned
With a style that was both accurate to the work and approachable to the reader, Ned Rozell authored the Alaska Science Forum for 31 years.
Johnny Manziel pivots to boxing
Twelve years to the month after Johnny Manziel became a first-round pick in the NFL draft, he'll step into a boxing ring for the first time.
Arisa Health to exit Arkansas CMHC contract, citing $4.4M funding cut
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – After more than 55 years serving Arkansas as the designated Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) in 41 counties, officials with Arisa Health announced Friday that the company h…
Justin Simmons despises Chiefs, celebrated Eagles winning Super Bowl LIX
The Denver Broncos won the AFC West for the first time since 2015, ending the Kansas City Chiefs and superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes’s nine-year run of dominance over the division. Former Broncos safety Justin Simmons was a thorn in Kansas City’s side over the years, intercepting Mahomes six times in his career. Still, Denver struggled…
GM will pay California $12.75M for selling driver location and behavior data
The settlement requires the Detroit automaker to stop selling driver data to consumer reporting agencies for five years
UWL breaks ground on phase two of Prairie Springs Science Center project
A local university is beginning the next step of a major science facility that's been years in the making.
From The Sports Desk: All Aces
As the WNBA season tips off, Las Vegas is looking to win its fourth title in five years.
Op/Ed: Small Businesses Deserve Better Health Coverage Choices in N.C.
For years, one of the most consistent concerns heard from North Carolina small businesses is the rising cost of health coverage. Small businesses want to do right by their employees and offer competitive benefits. But unlike large employers, they often lack the size and purchasing power needed to negotiate better rates and manage risk, leaving them more exposed to premium increases.
East Africa Might Break Off From the Continent Sooner Than Scientists Thought—and a New Ocean May Fill the Gap
A new study suggests that a rift in Kenya and Ethiopia has reached a critical stage in the split-up process, and that water may flood it in a few million years
2026 National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship Award
First year Materials and Nanoscience graduate student Stéphane Miaule (Tolbert group) has been awarded the 2026 National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship, one of the country’s most prestigious honors for graduate students in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). The program, jointly sponsored by the U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force, supports doctoral students across a broad range of scientific and technological fields of strategic importance. This highly competitive fellowship provides full tuition, fees, and a monthly stipend for three years. In 2026, only 102 fellowships were awarded nationwide, and Stéphane is the sole recipient from UCLA. Before transferring from Santa Monica College to UCLA, Stéphane interned at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center and Marshall Space Flight Center, where he researched the mechanical and thermodynamic properties of lunar regolith, as well as radiation shielding materials for lunar habitation development. At UCLA, he joined the Soft Materials Research Laboratory under Professor Qibing Pei, focusing on the synthesis and characterization of hafnium oxide nanocomposite scintillators. After earning his bachelor’s degree in chemistry, he remained in the Soft Materials Research Laboratory as a post-baccalaureate researcher for one year before joining Professor Sarah Tolbert’s group as a Ph.D. student. Stéphane’s Ph.D. research is focused on improving the properties of conjugated polymers, which are a family of plastic materials that can conduct electricity. Stéphane is specifically looking at self-assembling polymers that can be processed in water to create light-weight, flexible, high-conductivity polymer devices without the need for toxic or volatile organic solvents. After completing his Ph.D., Stéphane hopes to work in a national laboratory, researching semiconducting polymers for applications in new electronic devices. “The Graduate (1967) featured a memorable scene in which the protagonist was told that ‘there’s a great future in plastics.’ We know this still holds true today, as polymer research has expanded rapidly due to the wide variety of applications these materials enable. Through my work on semiconducting polymers, I hope to contribute to the continued development of plastic electronics,” Stéphane said. Penny Jennings, UCLA Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, penjen@g.ucla.edu.
NFF Chapter Leader Mickey Heinecken Inducted into the Vermont Sports Hall of Fame
Mickey Heinecken, a record-setting coach at Middlebury College for 28 years and the founder of the Vermont Chapter of the National Football Foundation, was one of 13 recent inductees into the Vermont Sports Hall of Fame. The hall inducted its 13th class on April 25, 2026 in South Burlington, Vermont.
Mozilla says Anthropic's Mythos found hundreds of flaws
Mozilla says Anthropic's unreleased Claude Mythos AI found security flaws that automated testing systems missed for years.
Alabama college receives $1.8 million grant to improve maternal and child health
UAB’s School of Public Health will receive $1.8 million over the next five years from the Health Resources and Services Administration as a Center of Excellence in Maternal and Health Education.
North Memorial and South Dakota-based Sanford Health merging
Three years after a deal with Fairview was called off, South Dakota-based Sanford Health is planning to merge with North Memorial.
Funding crisis in Argentina sparks new wave of protests
Two years after the country’s research funding collapsed, scientists are demonstrating against the government’s failure to restore previously cut scholarships and increase salaries as required by a 2025 law.
American living Spain shares biggest differences in social life, meals
As an American, the biggest life differences I've noticed after moving to and living in Spain for years focus on vacation, socializing, and meals.
Rochester Mayor Malik Evans presents 2026-2027 proposed budget
It includes a $7.5 million increase to the property tax levy — the first increase of its kind here in nearly five years.
Staff Ride: Dario's Santa Cruz Tallboy, 3 Years Later
Dig into the long-term details on Dario's short travel workhorse.
Business Office Leader Improved Financial Systems and Oversight at Chico State
Over 35 years in Chico State’s business office, George Wellman transformed how the University manages its finances through a steadfast commitment to accuracy and efficiency.
Chico State Professor Expanded Adaptive Sports and Recreation Therapy Programs
For 35 years at Chico State, Laura McLachlin advocated for people of all ages and abilities to push past perceived limitations and achieve more than they thought possible.
Inside a family-owned Brooklyn bakery with 50 years of tradition
Biagio Fortunato manages Fortunato Brothers Bakery, balancing family tradition with modern business challenges in Brooklyn's Italian bakery scene.
How One Bad Business Partner Cost Me Years of Business Growth — and How You Can Avoid the Same Fate
If it's clear that the partner fails to add value, they cannot hold the decision-vote. It's a dangerous red flag as a partner. Here's what you need to do.
How Dante's Inferno modeled a planetary impact 500 years before modern science
New research reveals that Dante Alighieri's Inferno wasn't just a masterpiece of literature: it was a gedankenexperiment in impact physics. From multi-ring craters to shockwaves that reshaped the globe, ...
A couple lives in 527-square-foot tiny house; it saves them money
Jessica Rust and her husband bought a tiny home outside New Orleans for $37,500. Thirteen years later, they love the financial freedom it gives them.
Sony forecasts lower gaming business sales amid memory price surge
STORY: Sony forecast lower sales in its gaming business due to a memory chip price surge.The tech giant said Friday annual sales in the segment would fall 6% to $28 billion.It also blamed lower hardware sales as its PlayStation 5 ages.Although the Japanese company said it expects gaming profit to rise 30%.That's due to higher first-party software sales and no repeat of the impairment loss it recorded a year earlier.Sony has been praised by analysts in recent years for its transformation into an entertainment powerhouse.But markets have grown concerned about the impact of AI on its business, while Sony also faces a perceived lack of growth catalysts.Both factors have weighed on shares in recent months.Investors are also concerned about the impact of a memory-chip price surge.As well as disruption to supply chains from the Iran war on margins at electronics manufacturers.The firm said it sold 1.5 million PS5 consoles in the fourth quarter, which was a 46% drop on the same period a year earlier.Looking ahead, the PS5 is expected to receive a major boost from the launch of the delayed "Grand Theft Auto VI."The game is due to release in November.Sony said in February it had secured the minimum quantity of memory needed to manage the year-end shopping season. Sony also said it sees higher profits at its pictures and chips units but a lower profit at its music business.The group reported operating profit for the year ended March rose 13.4% to $9.2 billion - below analyst forecasts. Meanwhile, rival Nintendo said it expects to sell 16.5 million units of its Switch 2 console in the financial year ending March 2027.It also projects profit to rise 2.7% to $2.36 billion.But, like with Sony, investors are concerned about the possible impact of a memory price surge on margins.
UVM Health must cut expenses by $300 million in three years, independent liaison finds
It’s a goal that the hospital network agrees it needs to meet, in a marked shift toward cooperation.
Science, music, and stream bugs: Sierra Streams celebrates 30 years at Pioneer Park
Sierra Streams Institute will celebrate its 30th anniversary with a free community event on Saturday, May 16 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Pioneer Park in Nevada City, bringing together
Bill Cassidy has taken political risks to get funding for Louisiana. Will voters care?
Cassidy coasted to reelection six years ago but is fighting for his political life against two other Republicans, U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow of Baton Rouge and State Treasurer John Fleming of Minden, in the upcoming May 16 party primary election.
MARY BRUNKOW
A chance discovery made around 80 years ago paved the way for Mary Brunkow’s painstaking work, which contributed to redefining how the immune system functions. From investigating an obscure gene dismissed as ‘junk’ by other scientists, to choosing to opt out of academia and conduct her research at a biotech startup, Brunkow has embraced the unexpected throughout her career.
🗞️ Madrid in meltdown, Friday's back pages look like this
What should have been a week of preparation for Sunday’s Clásico has turned into Real Madrid’s biggest internal crisis in years. This Friday’s front pages all agree on a devastating diagnosis:...
In Dallas County, 17 years of lifespan can be a matter of ZIP code
Health disparities in Dallas County are complex, but the data shows where we must improve.
Patrick Mahomes' Wife, Brittany, Lands Prestigious Award
Patrick Mahomes has a bunch of awards nine years into his NFL career. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback has three Super Bowl trophies, two league MVP trophies, an NFL Offensive Player of the Year Award, six Pro Bowl selections and three All-Pro selections. His wife, Brittany, is now adding ...
Sir David Attenborough Is 100 Years Old Today! This Could Be The Secret of His Longevity.
Happy birthday, sir!
Trends in Female First Authorship in Anatomical Science International: A 24-Year Analysis (2002-2025)
In recent years, the promotion of gender equity and diversity in academic research has attracted increasing international attention. However, studies examining gender differences in authorship w...
Is It Time To Reassess Six Flags Entertainment (FUN) After Its Recent Share Price Rebound?
If you are wondering whether Six Flags Entertainment is attractively priced today or a potential value trap in disguise, this article breaks down what the current share price is really offering you. The stock last closed at US$19.69, with returns of 9.3% over the past week, 10.1% over the past month, 27.1% year to date, and a 45.5% decline over the past year as well as 52.2% and 54.1% declines over the last 3 and 5 years. Recent headlines around Six Flags Entertainment have focused on its...
Stranger Than Heaven Uses Likeness Of Actor Who Died 12 Years Ago
Bunta Sugawara, whose likeness is used in the upcoming prequel game Stranger than Heaven, died in 2014
Queen City Running Company celebrates 10 years in business with annual run
This weekend the annual Dead Carp run will run 10 miles instead of its normal distance, to celebrate the anniversary of Queen City Running Company.
Pyxis Oncology Appoints Nelson Azoulay as Chief Business Officer
BOSTON, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pyxis Oncology, Inc. (Nasdaq: PYXS), a clinical-stage company developing next-generation therapeutics for difficult-to-treat cancers, today announced the appointment of Nelson Azoulay as Chief Business Officer. Mr. Azoulay joins Pyxis Oncology with more than 15 years of experience in corporate strategy, business development, and value-creating transactions across the biopharma industry, including deep antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) experience. In his role,
Colorado Senate honors journalism icon Fred Brown
The Colorado Senate on Thursday honored longtime Denver Post bureau chief Fred Brown with a ceremony as distinctive as the journalist himself, donning masks bearing his likeness and celebrating his five decades of shaping political reporting and ethical standards in the state. The tribute, offered by Sen. Mark Baisley, R-Woodland Park, noted Brown’s 50 years […]
Analysis: GOP politics — and Little — have changed since 2018. This election proves it.
Gov. Brad Little faces no prominent hardline opponent in the May 19 GOP primary, and it's no accident. For eight years, Little has sought to neutralize opposition from the right — while stepping away from the centrist coalition that helped elect him in the first place.
Hops Downtown Grill to close Saturday after 18 years in business
Hops Downtown Grill in Kalispell announced it will permanently close after 18 years in business.In a social media post, the restaurant said its final day of se
CEC ENTERTAINMENT NAMES CHRIS MONROE AS EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
A seasoned finance executive with deep roots in restaurant and large-scale enterprise operations, Monroe brings a 30-year track record of capital markets leadership, transformational growth, and financial discipline. CEC Entertainment names Chris Monroe as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer Monroe brings more than 30 years of financial leadership experience across the restaurant, aviation, and defense sectors, and joins CEC at a moment of continued momentum and ambitious forward g
Get tickets to Business Report’s Women’s Leadership Symposium for revealing conversations about what transformation really looks like
If there’s one thing the past few years have made clear, it’s that the ability to adapt isn’t just an advantage—it’s survival. Business Report‘s 2026 Women’s Leadership Symposium is built around exactly that reality. Get tickets and additional details about the Women’s Leadership Symposium and the Influential Women in Business celebration here. Themed “The Power of […]