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UCLA's Cori Close says Bruins' success has taken a toll on her
UCLA coach Cori Close is calling for reforms that allow players to be paid and transfer while also supporting worn out coaching staffs.
City launches app, grant program and business guide to help navigate events around 250th anniversary
The 2026 Access Philly app will feature a scavenger hunt to find the 20 bells installed around the city for the semiquincentennial.
Giant golden spiders could spread this summer, experts downplay health risk
Joro spiders, which have 4-inch leg spans, are spreading across the eastern U.S., and Penn State says they could reach Pennsylvania. Experts say not to panic, as they're shy and rarely bite.
High school softball top 20 rankings for the Southland
Unbeaten Murrieta Mesa tops high school softball rankings
IDF fatally shoots two Palestinians in East Jerusalem, Palestinian Health Ministry says
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California and a voting rights group filed legal challenges to stop GOP sheriff's ballot seizure
The California attorney general and a voting right groups have launched two legal challenges to halt a ballot seizure by a Republican sheriff in Riverside County
Three to give art talks at UC Davis
Three visionaries share their insight into their art at UC Davis this April. The California Studio: Manetti Shrem Artist Residencies at UC Davis explores the world of art through two
Pro-Iranian group claims credit for hack of FBI director's personal account
The group Handala posted online what appear to be years-old photographs of Patel, along with a work resume and other personal documents
The two Taylor Lautners are expecting a baby Lautner soon
Taylor Lautner and his wife, Tay, are expecting their first baby. The 'Twilight' actor married the former Taylor Dome in 2022 after a one-year engagement.
Big tech spends more than ever to shape California politics
Tech giants involved in AI and cryptocurrency spent $39 million last year to influence lawmakers and policy. It’s the start of what could be a spending blitz in the upcoming election.
Argentina vs. Mauritania: Time, date, TV channel and how to watch today
Argentina prepares to defend its World Cup title with a hastily-scheduled friendly against Mauritania on Friday.
California’s good government dream has a nightmare flaw for state Democrats
Voters in the biggest blue state could theoretically be choosing between two Republican candidates for governor in in November — a wacky but not impossible outcome of the state’s nonpartisan primary system.
Iran-linked hackers have breached FBI Director Kash Patel’s personal emails
Hackers connected to the Iranian government accessed FBI Director Kash Patel’s personal email and posted materials — including photos and documents — taken from his account, a person familiar with the hack confirmed to CNN.
VA Department of Health investigating male remains; seeking public’s help to identify
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY)– The Virginia Department of Health is seeking the assistance of the public in identifying a man whose remains were found in Virginia Beach. The Office of the Chief …
This April election could shake up the balance of power in Washington
Virginia's April 21 special election will influence power dynamics in Washington for the rest of President Trump's term.
50 Years of Environmental Data Can Predict Health and Strandings of Sea Lions Pups in California
For more than 50 years, NOAA Fisheries has conducted vital research on seal and sea lion populations at a remote research station on San Miguel Island, California. The long-term data set provides clues to help us understand what environmental conditions lead to malnourished California sea lion pups and increased stranding levels. This information is important for managing their populations and helping rehabilitation centers prepare for periods when sea lion pup strandings may be elevated.
Governor Stein Outlines Priorities to Support Rural North Carolinians at NC Rural Summit
Today Governor Josh Stein joined the NC Rural Center’s 2026 Rural Summit to highlight his commitment to investing in the infrastructure and resources North…
Tech giants are spending more than ever to shape California politics. See how much
Tech giants involved in AI and cryptocurrency spent $39 million last year to influence lawmakers and policy. It's the start of what could be a spending blitz in the upcoming election.
Health Rounds: Researchers find biomarker that could lead to improved schizophrenia treatments
Researchers have identified a biomarker linked to schizophrenia that could lead to new treatments to tackle symptoms of the debilitating mental disorder not addressed by current medicines.
Prep talk: Troy Randall of Corona Santiago is becoming a baseball standout
The junior third baseman and pitcher has made major improvement.
Column: The TSA is too important to be turned into a political pawn
Agents' pay should be reinstated, and also significantly higher to reflect their role in keeping the nation safe.
'Kim's Convenience' review: Back onstage with sitcom warmth intact
Ins Choi's 'Kim Convenience,' the Toronto hit play that inspired a TV show, opens at the Ahmanson Theatre, refreshes a familiar immigrant family drama with warmth and gentle humor.
Apple, Ikea, Labubu: Why Culver City is a growing hot spot for business
Culver City has emerged as a magnet for companies and consumers.
Dovbyk’s season might not be over after all
A cursed season for Artem Dovbyk. The Ukrainian striker required surgery in Finland at the end of January for a myotendinous tear in his left thigh, and his return remains a huge unknown. However, con...
2026 World Cup playoffs live updates, scores: New Caledonia faces Jamaica as DR Congo awaits winner
Iran forbids sports teams from travel to 'hostile' countries
Iran has banned its sports teams from traveling to countries it considers "hostile," Iranian state TV reported Thursday ahead of Tractor FC's scheduled soccer game in Saudi Arabia.
Oil prices fall as Trump pauses attacks on Iranian energy plants
Oil prices fell in early trade on Friday and were down over a volatile week after U.S. President Donald Trump said talks with Iran to end the war were going "very well" and announced he would pause attacks on the country's energy plants for 10 days.
Judge rejects Green Party candidate’s bid to appear on California governor ballots
California Green Party candidate Butch Ware failed to submit correct tax returns in time to appear on the June ballot for governor, a judge ruled Thursday.
Iran forbids its sports teams from traveling to 'hostile' countries
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran has banned its sports teams from traveling to countries it considers “hostile," Iranian state TV reported Thursday ahead of Tractor FC's scheduled soccer game in Saudi Arabia.
Can pesticide exposure before pregnancy affect babies’ health?
A new study suggests a correlation between certain chemical compounds and lower newborn health scores.
Ryan Gosling to star in 'Everything Everywhere All at Once' directors' film
Ryan Gosling will star in a new movie from 'Everything Everywhere All at Once' directors Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert.
Trump says he wants to send federalized troops to L.A., San Francisco
Trump called on the mayors and governors of several blue cities and states to allow troops to 'come in and stop the crime,' and specifically called out Los Angeles and San Francisco.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Lots of events across southwest and central Virginia this weekend
Grandin Chillage returns Friday to Roanoke with live music and food, along with the long tradition of the MDA Car Show in Salem
Virginia Department of Health Honors Virginia Medical Reserve Corps Program - Virginia Department of Health
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 25, 2026 Media Contact: Brookie Crawford, brookie.crawford@vdh.virginia.gov Virginia Department of Health Honors Virginia Medical Reserve Corps Program Awards for Volunteers, Partners for E.P.I.C Work RICHMOND, Va. – The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) presented four E.P.I.C. (Engage, Partner, Innovate & Champion) Awards to recognize Virginia health districts and partners for […]
Iran bans sports teams from travelling to countries it deems 'hostile'
Iran has banned national and club sports teams from travelling to countries it considers hostile until further notice, Iranian media reported on Thursday citing the Sports Ministry, which said the move was due to concerns over the safety of Iranian athletes.
Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center opens regional health training simulation lab
The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center hosted a ribbon-cutting for its new regional simulation lab.
Oscars to leave Hollywood's Dolby Theatre in 2029
In addition to the physical relocation, the Oscars will shift to YouTube, a major reset as the show looks to expand its reach after years of declining TV audiences.
upus Unveiled: Bridging the Gap Between Science, Policy, and Patient Advocacy
Official website of Senator Akilah Weber Pierson, M.D., representing California Senate District 39.
Victus Sports, which makes several Phillies' baseball bats, is ready for all the big moments to come in 2026
Security sources: 'Toppling a regime is an art, not a science'
The 2021 AI revolution at Mossad could eventually 'open the gates,' help Iranian people get to the streets.
2027 Pennsylvania offensive lineman names Tennessee in top schools
A 2027 four-star interior offensive lineman from Pennsylvania names Tennessee football in his top five schools.
Exclusive: Kamala Harris to appear at Democratic events through the South in April
As speculation continues about what Kamala Harris will do next, she has at least the first part of an answer: a swing through four Southern state Democratic Party events in April.
Reality TV is now a cultural powerhouse. There's no stopping it
The television genre is showing no signs of loosening its grip on viewers, who have helped propel series into sprawling universes.
From Trump to Dr. Oz: 10 reality TV personalities who went into politics
These reality stars either began their careers on TV or dipped into it later, but they all also tried their hand at politics — some more successfully than others.
Ron Conway is worried that California's proposed wealth tax could pass
"Our job is to get Gavin to negotiate this so that it doesn't get to the ballot," Tech investor Ron Conway said.
US seeks Hamas ‘political surrender’ in new Gaza plan
Analysts say a new US disarmament proposal exploits the regional war to enforce inequitable plan for Gaza.
Costly auto mandate amounts to needless overkill
HB26-1199 is currently in the legislature, and let me explain how this affects you. Currently in the state of Colorado, your vehicle’s emissions have to meet California standards even though you do not live in California. Though we all can agree we want clean air for all of us, meeting the California specifications further harms you, the […]
All-League Greyhounds in winter sports named | Healdsburg Tribune | Local News Healdsburg, California
“What’s impactful about these selections is that they are decided on by all of the peer head coaches in the girls league. Each girl is talked about; some advocated for stat by stat, others in a speech-like cadence. These girls selected are getting head nods from all these other coaches. It’s a special recognition.”
Capital & Main Wins Five Best in Business Awards from SABEW
An investigation into California’s failure to protect underage farmworkers was among the five entries that won awards from the Society for Advancing Business Editing and Writing.
Howard Stern says 'George' magazine cover with JFK Jr. was his worst
Howard Stern is dishing on being JFK Jr.'s cover model for 'George' magazine and his friendship with Carolyn Bessette Kennedy.
Obstacles to ending war come into focus as US and Iran outline starkly different demands
Almost exactly one month ago, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met indirectly with the Iranians in Geneva as the Trump administration continued to claim diplomacy was its preferred option. Two days later, the US and Israel launched their war against Iran.
Ukraine's unique role in the Iran war: From the Politics Desk
Plus, congressional Republicans plot a new reconciliation push.
Multiple family centers in N.Y. could close after funding cuts
Opened about two and a half years ago, EPIC’s Niagara County Family Opportunity Center has served more than 700 families.
Melania Trump shares the spotlight with a robot at an education and technology event
Melania Trump and the humanoid walked slowly side by side along the red carpet from the opposite end of a White House hallway.
Concern over Health Care Affordability Is Widespread
A majority of Californians are pessimistic about their future health care costs. These worries are fueling broad opposition to federal health care rollbacks.
Iran dismisses Trump's peace plan as 'deceptive,' as U.S. deploys more troops to Mideast
The Trump administration reportedly presented a 15-point peace deal to Iranian leaders. Iran rejected the proposal, according to its state media.
Melania Trump’s very robotic White House guest
The storied White House East Room has welcomed politicians, foreign dignitaries, war heroes, celebrities and elite athletes, but on Wednesday, it was the setting for an extremely robotic speech introducing first lady Melania Trump.
Meta and YouTube found liable in social media addiction trial
A California jury has found Meta and YouTube liable on all counts in a landmark case that accused the tech giants of intentionally addicting a young woman and injuring her
Urban forests improve the health of city residents — that's partly why new trees are planted in Philly every spring
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society is seeking volunteers to help plant 650 saplings throughout the region in April.
Kootenai Health Breaks Ground on Prairie Medical Campus
Kootenai Health Breaks Ground on Prairie Medical Campus, Expanding Access to Care for a Growing Region Post Falls, Idaho — Kootenai Health, in partnership with MultiCare Health System, marked a major milestone in regional health care with the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Prairie Medical Campus, a transformative, multiphase medical development designed to expand access to […]
Bodybuilding legend Lee Haney seeks living kidney donor as family goes public with health struggles
Eight-time Mr. Olympia champion Lee Haney is urgently seeking a living kidney donor after his son revealed the bodybuilding legend's kidney is failing.
The politics of California’s surging gas prices
Gas prices continue to spike amid oil market disruptions caused by the war in Iran — and both Republicans and Democrats are working to capitalize on the issue.
Glyphosate: A story of science, risk, and nuance
In the summer of 2014, a California groundskeeper named Dewayne Johnson started noticing patches of raw, weeping skin spreading across his body. He had spent years applying Roundup, Monsanto’s glyphosate-based herbicide, for a school district, sometimes drenched in it when equipment malfunctioned. By 2014, he had a diagnosis: non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. In 2018, a jury awarded him $289 million in damages, later reduced on appeal. Tens of thousands of lawsuits followed. The story hasn’t quieted down. It’s all over the internet, swinging between “this will kill you, buy organic” and “relax, you’re fear-mongering.” Some of that recent chatter stems from an Executive Order protecting glyphosate and its production, which set off intense infighting within the MAHA movement. Some of it reflects a deeper truth: Americans genuinely care about harmful chemicals in their environment (see poll below). And the conversation isn’t going anywhere, with a Supreme Court case involving Monsanto set for this April. Glyphosate (the active ingredient in Roundup) is one of the most widely used herbicides in the world. But does glyphosate cause cancer? And how much exposure is actually risky? With so much mistrust in institutions and corporations (and some genuine conflicts of interest), making sense of the actual scientific evidence is genuinely hard. Here is a translation of what the scientific evidence actually says. Does glyphosate cause harm? Glyphosate is an herbicide that kills most plants it contacts rather than targeting specific species. It works by blocking an enzyme pathway (EPSPS) that plants and many microorganisms need to produce essential amino acids. Without those amino acids, the plant can’t grow and dies. Glyphosate was first developed by Monsanto in the 1970s and became ubiquitous after the company introduced “Roundup Ready” crops in the 1990s. In 2024, Bayer removed glyphosate from residential Roundup-branded products due to litigation pressure. But today it is still the most widely used herbicide in the world. Farmers also discovered they could spray it directly on crops like oats, lentils, beans, and peas just before harvest to dry them out faster and make harvesting easier. Because of its widespread use, it’s obviously really important to understand if it’s harmful to humans. The key principle: The dose makes the poison The most important concept in toxicology is that “the dose makes the poison.” Sixteenth-century physician Paracelsus articulated what remains the foundational principle of toxicology: sola dosis facit venenum. Water will kill you if you drink enough of it. Aspirin saves lives at 81 milligrams and causes internal bleeding at higher chronic doses. So, at what dose is glyphosate poisonous? The LD50 in rats (the dose that kills half the test animals) is around 5,600 mg/kg body weight. Table salt is roughly 3,000 mg/kg. By that classic measure, glyphosate is less acutely toxic than salt. But some people are exposed to a lot of glyphosate through their work. And among the general public, there are many questions about low-dose, cumulative exposure from multiple sources over long periods. Does glyphosate cause health problems? Cancer Correlation maps are striking, with one analysis finding that 60% of counties that spray the most glyphosate have non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma rates above the national average. But correlation alone doesn’t establish cause, which is why animal and human studies matter. In animals: Rat studies are typically what most fear is rooted in, but most people don’t know the study details on the dosage given to rats. A pooled analysis of the 13 most rigorous rat studies found evidence that very high doses, around 55,000 times greater than typical food residue exposure, can cause certain cancers. In humans: One of the strongest studies followed 55,000 herbicide users over 20 years and found no overall increased cancer risk. There was one signal: among those with the highest use, rates of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) appeared elevated. A broader meta-analysis of 18 human studies also found no overall cancer risk, though a separate meta-analysis focused specifically on non-Hodgkin lymphoma found that people with high cumulative glyphosate exposure faced a 41% higher relative risk compared to those with low or no exposure. These human studies are observational studies (randomized controlled trials would be unethical), and meta-analyses are only as reliable as the studies they pool. But the story seems consistent: at very high exposure levels, there may be some cancer risk. But that’s about as far as the science currently takes us. Emerging research: gut and reproductive health Gut: Because glyphosate targets a pathway that exists in some gut bacteria, scientists have questioned whether it could affect the microbiome. In mice, a 2023 University of Iowa study found that glyphosate altered gut bacterial composition and raised markers of intestinal inflammation. A 2024 systematic review found similar patterns: disrupted gut bacteria and problems with the mucus layer that protects the intestinal wall in mice. Whether this translates to humans is an open question. The human gut is highly variable and resistant, and we don't yet have strong studies confirming the same effects in people. Reproductive health: Animal studies have found that glyphosate-based herbicides can interfere with reproductive hormones, including disrupting egg cell development in mice and reducing the number of eggs available in sheep’s ovaries. However, the doses used in these experiments were high, so it’s not yet clear whether the same effects would occur in humans. On the human side, a 2021 pilot study led by Mount Sinai researchers tested urine samples from pregnant women across the U.S. and found glyphosate in 95% of them. The study also found a possible connection between higher glyphosate exposure during pregnancy and a subtle physical difference measured in female newborns. That said, some connections weren’t statistically reliable and this was a small study. The researchers themselves said more and larger studies are needed before drawing firm conclusions. What do regulators say about glyphosate safety? In 2015, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), part of the World Health Organization, classified glyphosate as "probably carcinogenic to humans" (Group 2A). The classification is worth taking seriously. But, there’s an important distinction: IARC classifies hazard, meaning the potential to cause harm under some conditions. It does not assess risk, which accounts for actual exposure levels and the real-world probability of harm. The U.S. EPA, the European Food Safety Authority, Health Canada, and regulatory agencies in Australia and Japan have all concluded that glyphosate is “unlikely to be carcinogenic to humans” at realistic exposure levels. They’re asking a different question: given how much of this people actually encounter, what is the probability of harm? Your actual exposure is what determines your actual risk. What does glyphosate mean for your daily life? At the grocery store: Food residues are small. The EPA’s acceptable daily intake is 1.75 mg/kg of body weight per day. To hit that threshold from oatmeal alone, a 150-pound adult would need to eat roughly 50 pounds of oats every day. But this calculation addresses only one pathway (food), and we don’t yet have robust tools to measure people’s actual total exposure. If reducing exposure matters to you, organic certification prohibits synthetic herbicides, and organic oat products generally test at lower or undetectable levels. Either way, a diet rich in whole grains, conventional or organic, is far better for your health than one that omits them out of fear of residues. On the farm: Occupational exposure is orders of magnitude higher than consumer exposure. Farmers and farm workers who mix, load, and apply glyphosate-based herbicides, especially without protective equipment, face meaningfully different risk profiles. Proper PPE isn’t optional. Integrated weed management strategies that rotate chemical modes of action are also worth taking seriously, both for health and for long-term effectiveness. If you live near a farm: Spray drift is real. Concentrations near field edges can spike during and after application, particularly on windy days. This is an area where I think public health could really step up and empower rural communities with buffer zones, rather than placing the onus on individuals. But for now, knowing your local agricultural calendar and keeping windows closed during application are the first steps. Bottom line Dewayne Johnson was exposed to glyphosate at levels most people will never encounter, and a jury decided he deserved compensation. That outcome is not evidence that the oatmeal in your pantry is dangerous. But it is a reminder that the dose, the context, and the person doing the exposing all matter enormously. Glyphosate is a chemical tool with benefits, trade-offs, and genuine open scientific questions. Learning to hold that complexity without collapsing into panic or dismissal is, honestly, one of the most useful and hardest things to do in navigating modern health science. 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Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Kaiser Health Care Professionals Ratify New Contracts, Winning Vital Patient Safety Protections
Health care professionals, members of United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals (UNAC/UHCP, AFSCME), voted to ratify new contracts with Kaiser Permanente, winning critical protections that will directly improve patient care.
New Free FIFA Game Pits Greek God Zeus Against Argentinian Icon Diego Maradona, Will Come to PS5
Ready for the World Cup
Garlic recalled in NY for health risks or even death
NEW YORK (PIX11) — You may want to check your kitchen. Tops Friendly Markets is recalling garlic sold at stores across New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont. 6-ounce bags of Christopher Ranch P…
Effectiveness of politicians’ public denials amid corruption accusations examined in new study
A new article investigates how public denials by politicians accused of corruption influence electoral accountability and why positive and negative partisanship shapes voter reactions.
Jair Bolsonaro granted temporary house arrest in Brazil for poor health
Former President Jair Bolsonaro was moved from his cell to hospital earlier this month with pneumonia.
California's Ro Khanna was riding high, then came the billionaires
As he lays the groundwork for a presidential bid, Ro Khanna couldn’t ask for a more perfect opportunity to burnish his credentials than a fight with billionaires.
Upset winner Gray Davis on California's last wide-open governor's race
Gray Davis was a huge underdog who prevailed in a wide-open 1998 contest. The Democrat urges trailing hopefuls to ignore pressure to quit and 'follow your heart.'
Bergamot Comedy Festival creates space for comedians to fail, grow and belong
The Bergamot Comedy Festival returns to the Crow in Santa Monica with a mission to nurture not just comedians but the surrounding community.
Pulitzer winner 'Fairview' is a little cloudy in its L.A. premiere
Jackie Sibblies Drury's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama "Fairview" receives its L.A. premiere at the Matrix in a Rogue Machine production directed by Oz Scott.
Partisan brawl in Virginia muddles Spanberger’s message of moderation
The congressional redistricting fight is tainting the governor’s image, one Democrat said: “This should be a flashing red light for Democrats everywhere.”
The labor leader behind California’s billionaire tax showdown
For decades, Dave Regan has used California’s direct democracy system in a relentless campaign to shore up union power — and his own. But his newest mission is on an entirely different scale.
Plans for forum to replace scrapped USC governor's debate fall apart
A proposed forum cobbled together after USC canceled its gubernatorial debate fell apart as candidates of color excluded from the previous event were unable to show up in person, sources said.
Virginia Tech football: James Franklin reveals big position change
One young quarterback is now a receiver.
'13 Going On 30' is getting a Netflix reboot: The details
Netflix is rebooting the classic rom-com '13 Going On 30,' and the new iteration will star Emily Bader and Logan Lerman.
Prep baseball: ECR wins first game of series against Birmingham
A five-run first inning propels El Camino Real past Birmingham for first place in West Valley League baseball.
Jay-Z felt 'uncontrollable anger' amid sexual assault, rape lawsuit
Jay-Z has broken his silence about the lawsuit that accused him and fellow music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping a teenage girl more than two decades ago.
Women's game needs more respect
Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor says the women's game needs "more respect" after her side have a goal controversially disallowed in their Women's Champions League quarter-final first leg against Arsenal.
Defiant Democratic candidates in California governors race dig in
State Democratic Party leaders, including Gov. Gavin Newsom, appear unwilling to force lower-polling Democrats out of the race.
WATCH: Kushner, Witkoff, Rubio and Vance are 'in negotiations' with Iran, Trump says
Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf denied on Monday that Iran was negotiating with the U.S. to end the war.
Court ruling reverses denial of Sunland Park entertainment venue
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A recent court ruling is reversing the City of Sunland Park’s denial of a project that would create an entertainment venue and hospitality project, the developer…
Divided Supreme Court weighs the right to seek asylum at the southern border
The case posed a fundamental clash between the government's need to manage surges at the border and the moral and historic right to offer asylum to those fleeing persecution.
Brazil’s former president Bolsonaro allowed to serve 27-year sentence at home due to poor health
The decision follows Bolsonaro’s hospitalization for pneumonia, one of several health problems he has faced since he was stabbed by a man in 2018 before he was elected president.
Bolsonaro allowed to serve 27-year sentence at home due to ill health
The decision by Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes follows Bolsonaro’s hospitalization since March 13 for pneumonia.
Newsom says he regrets earlier comments likening Israel to an ‘apartheid state’
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said that he regretted using the word “apartheid” to describe the Israeli government’s treatment of Palestinians, though he warned “that’s a word you may hear others use” if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pushes for territorial gains.
Melania Trump hosts world counterparts and tech reps to discuss children, education and technology
Melania Trump is calling on nations to work together to improve access to education and technology for children
Melania Trump convenes first Fostering the Future Together summit
At the summit, 45 countries and 28 technology companies are discussing ways to empower children through education and technology, including AI
UC Berkeley’s Lawrence Hall of Science to host Earth Day celebration, month of events
The Lawrence Hall of Science, University of California, Berkeley’s public science center, will host its third annual Earth Day Celebration on April 26,
Iranian IRGC’s ties to Hezbollah deepen tensions in Lebanese politics
Lebanon's prime minister said the IRGC is commanding Hezbollah and analysts agree the Iranian group is calling the shots
A $25 minimum wage in D.C. could shift business to N. Va., restaurant association says
A $25 minimum wage proposal in D.C. could push some restaurant workers into Northern Virginia in the short term and, in the long term, potentially drive businesses to relocate as well, the head of the region's restaurant association says. The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington -- an outspoken opponent of D.C.'s Initiative 82, which sought to phase
Health alert issued for ground beef sold in Pennsylvania
(WHTM) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for a ground beef product because it may be contaminated by a fo…
Crowded Democratic race for California governor could open door for Republicans
The candidates will clash on Tuesday at a debate.
Arlington's Westover Taco Will Be Home to Northern Virginia's First Women’s Sports Bar
Restaurateur Sarah White is converting Arlington's Westover Taco into Northern Virginia's first ever women's sports bar.
Crowded Democratic Race for California Governor Could Open Door for Republicans
By Joseph Ax and Costas Pitas March 24 (Reuters) - By many measures, California is the center of the Democratic Party's political universe. The most populous U.S. state, it is home to both the party's last presidential nominee, Kamala Harris, and possibly its future one, Governor Gavin Newsom. But ...
Opinion | Nothing against California-based Sutter Health, but Allina’s local governance matters
Allina is built on a "model of care that puts patients and families at the center of everything. That is not something that transfers automatically with a transaction. It has to be protected deliberately, by people who understand what it is and why it matters," the writer says.
On 16th anniversary of Affordable Care Act, Va.'s federal lawmakers and health leaders weigh risks
Virginia's Democratic federal lawmakers and health care providers met in Hampton Roads to discuss lapsed parts of the ACA program and steep cuts to Medicaid funding.
Women's NCAA Tournament Round 2 winners, losers: Virginia make history, Iowa fizzles
USA TODAY has followed every upset, buzzer-beater and game from the 2026 Women's NCAA Tournament and rounded up our winners and losers from round two:
'I Don't Use AI Much': Apple Co-Founder Expresses Skepticism AI Can Replace Humans
"I'm disappointed a lot," Steve Wozniak said of AI.