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Opinion: Celebrity Artists Should Engage More With Politics
Celebrity artists have become increasingly involved in political and social action in the past several months. Perspectives Staff Writer Alyssa Hunnicutt argues celebrities should continue to engage more with social and political activism with the intention to benefit their audiences.
House Ethics Panel Holds Rare Public Hearing on Democrat’s Conduct
Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida is charged with stealing $5 million in FEMA money for her campaign.
Trump defends his use of mail voting
Trump voted by mail in a special election in Florida this week, despite previously saying that mail-in voting amounted to “cheating.”
Video: Super Mario Bros. Wonder Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch graphics comparison
Super Mario Bros. Wonder Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch graphics comparison video is now available - see the improvement here.
Challenges for downtown Buffalo businesses continue
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Business in downtown Buffalo continues to be a big topic. On Wednesday, Public Espresso announced it is closing its cafes — including a Washington Street location…
Colorado Springs business groups launch new networking initiative to help local business owners succeed
Local organizations are teaming up to host "4-Business After Hours," a series of events designed to connect business owners and provide resources for success in the Pikes Peak region.
PS5 FPS Alien Deathstorm Is Not to Be Confused with Ridley Scott Movie, Despite Its Dev
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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.
City Council holds entertainment zone study session
Music lovers at this year’s CreekWalk Concert Series may find more options to quench their thirst, as the Vacaville City Council held a study session regarding Entertainment Zones on Tuesday. Associate Planner Damiere Powell provided the…
Poets&Quants’ Best Undergraduate Business Schools Of 2026
Wharton claims the top prize for the eighth time since we've ranked undergraduate business programs; UVA McIntire jumps to No. 2.
Texas Youth Sports Leagues: A world with little oversight - what families can do
After KPRC 2’s investigation into Katy American Little League, families across the Houston area are raising similar concerns, highlighting a lack of oversight in youth sports — and what parents can do to protect their money and their kids.
Political Connections Florida March 26 2026
Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.
Measles case confirmed in Multnomah County linked to Gresham WinCo exposure
Multnomah County health officials are investigating one confirmed case of measles linked to a known exposure site at a WinCo grocery store in Gresham.
Analyst issues Texans caution over C.J Stroud contract
How the Texans approach this will be fascinating to watch.
Idaho Senate passes rewritten health and welfare budget with additional budget cuts
Overall, Senate Bill 1435 reduces total Idaho health and human services funding by $351.7 million, or 5.8% in fiscal year 2027.
Devil May Cry 5 seemingly coming to Nintendo Switch 2, getting new Devil Hunter Edition
Devil May Cry 5 has apparently been leaked for Nintendo Switch 2 with the console getting a new Devil Hunter Edition.
Inside Iowa Politics: Three tax increases Iowa Republicans are considering
Iowa Republicans are considering a series of tax increase, while they also look at property tax reform.
Inside Iowa Politics: Three tax increases Iowa Republicans are considering
Iowa Republicans are considering a series of tax increase, while they also look at property tax reform.
Javier Bosch-Lluis
Javier Bosch-Lluis earned his B.Sc. and M.S. degrees in Telecommunications Engineering from the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), where he also
Where is money from Sonoma County’s voter-approved tax for mental health, drug addiction, homeless services going?
Sonoma County’s Measure O, which funds mental health, drug abuse and homeless services, generated $33 million in fiscal year 2024-25, according to latest annual report.
Reweaving the Rainbow
Welcome to The Overview newsletter, a weekly meditation on nature from Editor-in-Chief Willow Defebaugh.
Transcript: How Democrats Can Defeat Trump’s Identity Politics
Author Justin Gest says that economic policy alone won’t defeat the far-right in the United States and Europe.
How Democrats Can Defeat Trump’s Identity Politics
Author Justin Gest says that appealing to voters’ sense of belonging and identity is essential and can’t be done with economic policy alone.
How to improve mental health safety on social media – not just for young people
With social media companies losing or settling court cases about their products' impact on young peoples' mental health, experts offer tips for reducing impacts for those who use the platforms.
IRS offers a rare tax do-over on key business interest limitation elections
Section 163(j) elections may warrant a second look as IRS relief creates new opportunities to revisit interest and depreciation strategies.
Cornel West speaks about ‘grim’ moment at panel on Black politics
As a part of a symposium on a new book about how accounts of the civil rights era often romanticize the movement, Cornel West, a prominent academic who ran for president in 2024, spoke at a panel with the author.
Mexican hotspot ‘Canta Corazon’ brings entertainment, unique drinks to Wynwood - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports
Deco people are the kind of people looking to turn a regular night out into something way more fun. Good thing Wynwood’s got a newRead More
Android 17 Beta 3 starts adding more blur to system UI [Gallery]
Android 16 introduced translucency to the notification shade and Quick Settings. As rumored, Android 17 Beta 3 continues that blur trend...
You can now transfer your chats and personal information from other chatbots directly into Gemini
Google is launching "switching tools" that, just as it sounds, will make it easier for users of other chatbots to switch to Gemini.
Google Translate Gets Gemini AI for Smarter Translations and Real-Time Headphone Translation
Google is improving its translation features with Gemini integration, adding AI in search and the Google Translate app. Users can expect smarter and more natural text translations, with improvements to phrases with nuanced meanings. Idioms, local expressions, and slang will be translated with Gemini for improved accuracy, and Gemini will parse context instead of giving a literal word-for-word translation.
Zendaya Reveals Why She’ll ‘Disappear’ For A 'Little Bit' After 2026
The actor made the confession amid rumors she secretly tied the knot with her fiancé, Tom Holland.
Oregon business leaders urge Gov. Kotek to think bigger with prosperity council effort
In a letter, the business leaders ended up laying out several priority areas but offered few specific proposals.
Intramural sports coordinator dedicates her work to sports, student development
Emilee Howard picked up a basketball as a small 2-year-old and never put it down. Now, 30-year-old Howard is traveling across the country to officiate national sports tournaments.
Rays squander Opening Day lead, fall to Cardinals
The Opening Day contest was tied at 1-1 in the sixth inning before the teams combined for the 14 runs.
Rajendra: In sports, there's more to winning than the scoreboard
Sports fans can transform their experience from passive consumption to mindful engagement, even amid the rise of sports betting.
‘A bad day’: Providence police navigate a record level of mental health calls
There has been a 238 percent increase in mental health incident calls to Providence police in the last decade.
D.H.S. Funding Lapse Leads to Longest Partial Shutdown in History
If the shutdown continues after this weekend, it will be longer than any previous shutdown, partial or full.
Dr. Terri Yarbrough Green launches Congressional campaign - Talk Business & Politics
U.S. Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Jonesboro, will have an opponent in the general election this fall. Democratic candidate Dr. Terri Yarbrough Green officially launched her campaign in Northeast Arkansas. The Paragould...
KY chief justice warns drug, mental health courts would be wiped out by budget proposals
Kentucky’s Administrative Office of the Courts said the two-year budget, as it is written now, would underfund its operations by $33 million.
Democratic US Sen. John Hickenlooper qualifies for Colorado primary by petition, will skip assembly
U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper has qualified for Colorado’s Democratic primary after the first-term incumbent submitted enough valid petition signatures to make the ballot, state officials said. Hickenlooper is facing primary challenges from state Sen. Julie Gonzales, D-Denver, and university professor Karen Breslin, who are both vying for spots in the June 30 primary at the […]
One type of alcoholic drink linked to lower death risk, study finds
While experts advise avoiding alcohol altogether, a new study says that, among those who imbibe a low or moderate amount, there is a decrease in serious health risks and one type of alcoholic drink…
Local youth sports programming finds new home at AIC
American International College is now the official home for all Western Mass Youth Sports programming.
Windows 11 KB5079391 out with features, direct download links for offline installers (.msu)
Windows 11 KB5079391 is available as an optional update, and there are several notable improvements. One change that stands out is support for 1000 Hz refresh rate monitors; another is the ability to turn Smart App Control (SAC) on or off without reinstalling the OS. Microsoft has also posted direct download links for KB5079391 offline […]
House Ethics panel declines delay for Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick's Ethics trial
The Miramar Democrat also faces criminal charges and asked Congress hold off on a verdict until her criminal trial.
Omnibus elections bill upping political donation limits passes Kentucky Senate
An “elections cleanup bill” that morphed into omnibus legislation is nearing final passage in the GOP-controlled Kentucky General Assembly.
2026 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament Highlights: Sweet 16 Action
Here are the top moments from Thursday’s Sweet 16 action in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament!
American Airlines in talks with Starlink, Amazon for Wi-Fi upgrade, weighs return of seatback screens
American Airlines is considering a big upgrade to its in-flight entertainment and internet providers, including potentially bringing back seatback screens.
Kennedy, Oz announce new health care advisory committee
The Health and Human Services Department (HHS) and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on Thursday announced the formation of a new expert advisory panel that will make recommendations…
Christian Ulvert, EDGE Communications nab national award for Eileen Higgins’ Miami Mayor campaign
The win highlights a campaign operation that blended field, messaging and media into a cohesive strategy that resonated across Miami’s diverse electorate.
Anthropic tweaks timed usage limits to discourage Claude demand during peak hours
: AI biz makes some Claude conversations more costly to manage capacity
United Healthcare, ECU Health pause contract talks as price dispute puts coverage in focus
Discussions around healthcare could impact people across Eastern North Carolina,United Healthcare and ECU Health have paused negotiations on a new contract and
Charlie Crist leads Ken Welch, everyone else in poll of St. Pete mayoral race
Deep pockets and elbow grease could play a big role as candidates work to secure support from undecided voters.
UConn's Geno Auriemma says Title IX 'pretty much out the window'
UConn women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma on Thursday said Title IX legislation, in practice, is "pretty much out the window."
Sensitive patient health information leaked in Texas third-party software breach
Multiple Texas home health care providers are notifying patients of a data breach at Doctor Alliance, a third-party software platform, that exposed sensitive medical and personal information.
Why voters should follow Wisconsin's 2026 Supreme Court race
The 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court race has a lower profile than previous contests.
Marina and bar owner remains hopeful after Key Bridge collapse impacted business
It was two years ago that the Key Bridge collapsed in seconds after being slammed into by the Dali cargo ship.It was one of those moments those in Maryland reme
UABTeach Program Achieves Record Retention and Largest Math & Science Teaching Cohort - Alabama Department of Labor
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 26, 2026 BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The UABTeach program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, supported by The Alabama STEM Council via the Alabama Department of Workforce, is reporting strong student retention with a record number of STEM majors progressing toward graduation with the additional bonus of earning their teacher certifications. […]
Sports betting boom raises mental health concerns
ABC News' investigative unit is looking at how the evolution of online gambling and sports betting has triggered a potential public health crisis.
UVA Health study raises concerns about kratom use in the United States
A new UVA Health study is raising concerns about a substance that is widely available in stores across the country.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for March 27 #550
Here's today's Connections: Sports Edition answer and hints for groups. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Connections: Sports Edition, every day.
Motorola’s next Razr Ultra is even thicker in first leak, and it makes me want to scream
Motorola is making its next Razr Ultra even thicker than the last one, despite the trend of slimmer and slimmer foldables.
Google is making it easier to import another AI’s memory into Gemini
Prompt your AI to copy-paste its memory into Gemini.
Winning teams bring business boost to Seattle’s Pioneer Square
Seattle business owners near the city’s sports stadiums are expecting a significant economic boost as the Mariners season begins and the region prepares for the upcoming World Cup.
Winning teams bring business boost to Seattle’s Pioneer Square
Seattle business owners near the city’s sports stadiums are expecting a significant economic boost as the Mariners season begins and the region prepares for the upcoming World Cup.
DHS internal watchdog launches investigation into handling of contracts under Noem, Lewandowski
The Department of Homeland Security inspector general has launched a sprawling investigation into how contracts have been solicited and handled, including the involvement of former Secretary Kristi Noem and her de facto chief of staff Corey Lewandowski, according to two sources familiar with the probe.
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Pediatric units close at Fountain Valley hospital after UCI Health layoffs, union says
UCI Health laid off 25 registered nurses at the hospital, leading to the closure of its pediatric and pediatric intensive care units, CNA said.
CU Boulder Leeds Launches 9-Month Master’s In Sustainable Business Built With Engineers
Leeds School of Business' new Master of Science in Sustainable Business is designed with engineers and natural sciences to fast-track graduates into climate and sustainability careers.
Scoop: Cabinet to huddle to talk midterms, economy
The meeting comes as the Iran war has sent gas prices soaring, and after the stock market's worst day since Trump launched the war.
Apple will reportedly allow other AI chatbots to plug into Siri
Other AI chatbots, like Gemini or Claude, could help Siri fetch answers.
Why Trump needs Congress on Iran in more ways than one: From the Politics Desk
Plus, stocks tumble and oil prices spike amid doubts over U.S.-Iran talks/
Apple Discontinues Mac Pro Desktop in Favor of the Mac Studio
Apple Inc. on Thursday discontinued the Mac Pro desktop, its highest-end computer aimed at video editors, photographers and other advanced users.
ECU Health patients with UnitedHealthcare worried amid contract negotiations
Multiple ECU Health patients with UnitedHealthcare said they’re receiving messages indicating the two sides are in negotiations, and ECU Health may become out of network for United patients.
March Madness fuels debate on legal sports gambling
ATLANTA – March Madness is shining a spotlight on sports betting across the United States. The practice is already legal in a majority of states and Washington, D.C., leaving about a dozen, includi…
Democratic lawmaker asks judge to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center
In a motion filed Wednesday, Rep. Joyce Beatty of Ohio argues that Congress was clear in its intent that the Kennedy Center is named for the late President John F. Kennedy — and no one else.
Two Salk scientists elected as 2025 AAAS Fellows - Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Highlights Salk scientists Gerald Shadel and Tatyana Sharpee elected as American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) 2025 Fellows AAAS Fellows are distinguished scientists, engineers, and innovators who have made significant contributions to their fields LA JOLLA—Salk molecular biologist Gerald Shadel, PhD, and neuroscientist Tatyana Sharpee, PhD, have been elected as American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) 2025 Fellows. The honor recognizes scientists with distinguished scientific and social accomplishments, and AAAS Fellows become national and global science spokespersons for the rest of their lives.
Legacy and community: How Detroit small businesses are thriving with city support
In Round 3 of the Detroit Legacy Business Project, 30 local businesses are being honored with grants totaling $310,000, helping them modernize and continue serving their communities.
Barnes & Noble will open store at Toco Hills shopping center
Barnes & Noble will open in the former Westside Market space. Developer EDENS owns the Toco Hills shopping center and is also currently redeveloping the former North DeKalb Mall space into a mixed-use project.
Apple Discontinues Mac Pro
Apple has discontinued the Mac Pro and will soon be removing the machine from its website, reports 9to5Mac. Apple does not plan to design a new version of the Mac Pro, and no new model will be coming in the future. The Mac Pro was last updated in 2023, which was when Apple added an M2 Ultra Apple silicon chip, but the chassis has not been refreshed since 2019.
Bennedict Mathurin returns as surging Clippers visit Pacers
Looking to take advantage of a golden opportunity to bolster their play-in tournament status, the Los Angeles Clippers begin a two-game Eastern Conference road trip on Friday against the fading Indiana Pacers at Indianapolis.
Apple discontinues the Mac Pro with no plans for future hardware
It’s the end of an era: Apple has confirmed to 9to5Mac that the Mac Pro is being discontinued. It is...
Anker’s wireless charging pad offers Qi2 speeds for $15
You can leave your phone’s case on while you recharge.
North Carolina’s photo voter ID mandate can continue as a judge upholds the law
A federal judge has upheld North Carolina's photo voter ID law, rejecting claims by civil rights groups that discrimination against Black and Latino voters warrants striking it down.
KDE, Kentucky Science Center to host Day of Science for Community-Based Educators in May
The Kentucky Department of Education is hosting a Day of Science Learning for Community Based Educators on May 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET at the Kentucky Science Center in Louisville. The event is mainly for organizations who provide science learning experiences for students outside the classroom. Attendees will learn about high-quality instructional resources
Google Translate’s live headphone translation feature lands on iOS
iPhone users wearing headphones can now instantly translate conversations across more than 70 languages using Google Translate.
Reno looking at easing late-night music permit for downtown businesses
The Reno City Council discusses ways to encourage a vibrant downtown while addressing residents' noise concerns.
Multitasking ‘Bubbles’ now live in Android 17 Beta 3 update
It might be unfair to say that Android 17 Beta 3’s Bubbles are a new feature, but the premise has...
Google Gemini Adds Tool to Make It Easier to Switch from ChatGPT
Google released new tools for its Gemini artificial intelligence assistant that will let users upload chat history and context from other AI apps, a move to lure users from rivals like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Anthropic PBC’s Claude.
Expedition 74 Works Health Research and Cargo Operations on Thursday
Expedition 74 Works Health Research and Cargo Operations on Thursday
Weir's Furniture to close after 78 years in business
The Dallas-based furniture business will close its doors for good once all of its current merchandise has sold.
More concussions equal worse brain health 5 years after college sports
New concussion study deviates from the norm; most research in this space examines people in their 50s or 60s — decades after sport participation. Instead, this U-M study looks at college athletes in their 20s, and researchers already see the impact of concussion, which enables early intervention.
NCAA’s SCORE Act comes with constitutional and moral traps
If you watched college football last season, you saw a lot of TV ads asking fans to call Congress to support SCORE Act. Expect more in March Madness.
Grothman Opens Roundtable on Examining Mental Health in the MAHA Age - United States House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
United States House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
Google rolling out Android 17 Beta 3 for Pixel
Just under three weeks after the last release, Google is rolling out Android 17 Beta 3 for Pixel devices. This update features...
Seattle Public Theater’s ‘Hurricane Diane’ is a funny, pointed parody
Seattle Public Theater’s production of “Hurricane Diane” provides five of the best comic performances you are likely to see in Seattle.
12 things to do around the Seattle area this weekend
From exploring the Skagit Valley tulip fields to free art galleries, here are the latest local things to do around the Seattle area.