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Douglas County ballot: Questions 200, 201 and 1A
Douglas County ballot: Questions 200, 201 and 1A
Michael Douglas confirms Charlie Sheen put ‘c---’ sign on Sean Young during “Wall Street” shoot
Young has recalled her rocky experience filming Oliver Stone’s 1987 hit.
Michael Douglas says he sold almost 200 pounds of weed to pay for his college tuition
“I’m not recommending this approach. It clearly would have been more responsible (and legal) to apply for a student loan.”
The midterm strategy driving Democrats deep into Trump country
By Leah Douglas, Joseph Ax and Tim Reid WASHINGTON, Oct 10 (Reuters) - On paper, Democrat Justin Pearson, a 31-year-old Tennessee state legislator, has little chance of winning the state's
Michael Douglas reacts to wife Catherine Zeta-Jones saying she has ‘no intention’ of reading his memoir
The “Wall Street” actor had a brilliant response.
Catherine Zeta-Jones reveals whether she’s read Michael Douglas’ explosive memoir
“One Helluva Ride” is available for purchase wherever books are sold.
The Math Singularity Is Here, and Science May Be Next
OpenAI has released an extraordinary body of mathematical work produced by an unreleased frontier model: 722 manuscripts spanning 372 research families across fields including number theory, complexity theory, and mathematical physics. Each result required, on average, the equivalent of roughly three hours of ChatGPT Pro reasoning. A New Era of Discovery We may be witnessing the beginnings of a “math singularity”: a point at which machine-generated discovery accelerates beyond humanity’s ability to independently reproduce, verify, or fully absorb it. If frontier models can generate hundreds of meaningful results in the time it takes a human researcher to investigate one, the constraint will no longer be producing new mathematics. It will be our capacity to validate, interpret, and integrate it. This does not make mathematicians obsolete. It changes their role. They may increasingly serve as guides, critics, and meaning-makers. Increasingly, they will decide which questions matter, determining which results can be trusted, and explaining why they are important. Mathematical insight may become abundant, while human judgment becomes more valuable than ever. Mathematics May Be Only the Beginning Every scientific discipline could eventually experience a similar acceleration. AI systems could generate and test hypotheses, connect findings across specialized fields, and explore possibilities at a scale no human research community could match. In medicine, imagine models identifying overlooked disease mechanisms, designing drugs and clinical trials, personalizing treatments, or discovering cures in months rather than decades. In materials science, AI could help create better batteries and cleaner industrial processes. In climate science, it could accelerate advances in energy, forecasting, and carbon removal. In biology, it could uncover relationships hidden across enormous genomic and molecular datasets. The result would not simply be faster research. It could expand the frontier of what is scientifically possible. The New Bottleneck Scientific discovery, however, is not the same as scientific progress. A medical breakthrough must still survive laboratory testing, clinical trials, regulatory scrutiny, manufacturing constraints, and real-world deployment. As machine-generated ideas multiply, the bottleneck may shift from producing breakthroughs to validating them safely and translating them into practice. We may soon have more hypotheses than laboratories can test, more drugs than clinical trials can evaluate, and more mathematical results than experts can review. That imbalance will require better systems for automated verification, reproducible research, prioritization, peer review, and collaboration between AI and domain experts. The importance of OpenAI’s work is not merely the number of manuscripts produced. It offers a glimpse of a world in which intelligence can explore thousands of intellectual paths in parallel. If ideas cease to be scarce, humanity’s defining challenge will be deciding which are true, which matter, and how to turn them into progress. The math singularity is not the end of human inquiry. It is the beginning of a new kind—one in which machines expand the frontier of knowledge and humans decide where it should lead. Subscribe Share Leave a comment
Dolphins Injury Report: Caleb Douglas Remains Out
The initial injury report for the Miami Dolphins' Week 5 matchup is out, and wide receiver Caleb Douglas is among those who did not practice.
Why are there so many vape shops in Lawrence? Health department wants them to butt out
The director of the Lawrence-Douglas County health department says the answer to the age-old question — why are there so many vape shops here? — has a simple answer. It's easy to open one.
Kings Coach Christie Believes Sharp Will Become a Fan Favorite
Emanuel Sharp impressed Doug Christie with relentless hustle and grit, signaling a potential breakout as Sacramento’s next shutdown perimeter threat.
Greenwood considers updates to development fees, property codes
Greenwood officials are working to update the city’s rules governing development, property maintenance and code enforcement, an effort Mayor Doug Kinslow said is needed after years without some regulations being...
Michael Douglas Corners Ana Navarro Over Her Politics on 'The View'
After fielding questions from the panel, the actor posed one of his own to the co-host.
Michael Douglas Corners Ana Navarro Over Her Politics on ‘The View’
After fielding questions from the panel, the actor posed one of his own to the co-host.
Michael Douglas recalls conversations with Rob Reiner about having sons with ‘serious drug issues’
The “Basic Instinct” star’s son Cameron Douglas previously served a seven-year sentence in federal prison for drug possession.
Michael Douglas recalls conversations with Rob Reiner about having sons with ‘serious drug issues’
In his new memoir, Michael Douglas recalled conversations with Rob Reiner about having sons with ‘serious drug issues.’ Douglas’ son Cameron previously served a seven-year prison sentence for drug possession. Reiner’s son Nick wrote a semi-autobiographical film about his addiction.
Ask Pete Dougherty your questions about the Green Bay Packers
Pete Dougherty is taking questions as the Green Bay Packers head into a Week 5 matchup against the rival Chicago Bears.
Michael Douglas denies rumor he punched “Basic Instinct” director Paul Verhoeven
The Oscar winner recounts an on-set confrontation the two had over Sharon Stone in his new memoir.
Kings HC Christie 'Really Enjoying' FA Signing Simmons
The Sacramento Kings are hoping free agent pickup Ben Simmons can get back to a semblance of his old self, while giving the team a much-needed boost on the defensive end. Head coach Doug Christie has been extremely positive regarding Simmons, calling him a "special" player.
Michael Douglas recalls shocking response from friends after cancer diagnosis
Michael Douglas says his cancer diagnosis revealed how few people in his life would check in.
Michael Douglas recalls painful response from friends after cancer diagnosis
Michael Douglas says his cancer diagnosis revealed how few people in his life would check in.
Michael Douglas on 'immortality,' Kirk Douglas and the memories he once avoided
Michael Douglas, the award-winning actor and producer, recently turned 82 and has released a memoir titled “One Helluva Ride.” | 830 WCCO
Michael Douglas on 'immortality,' Kirk Douglas and the memories he once avoided
Michael Douglas, the award-winning actor and producer, recently turned 82 and has released a memoir titled “One Helluva Ride.” | WWJ Newsradio 950
Inside Michael Douglas’s new memoir: Secret affairs, on-set battles and family secrets
In 'One Helluva Ride,' Michael Douglas opens up about firing his dad, affairs on set, his son’s imprisonment and a lifetime lived under the spotlight.
BridgeBio taps Hip Hop Public Health and others up to put a new beat on ATTR-CM awareness
Attruby maker BridgeBio is re-upping its “Don’t Pass on Your Heart Health” campaign with a fresh new beat. | BridgeBio's YouTube awareness push to lead up to World Amyloidosis Day features a conversation with Hip Hop Public Health's Doug E. Fresh and more.
Kathleen Turner Has An Iconic Response As Michael Douglas Admits To Past Affair
“What a fuss...”
Saturday Scoreboard
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Here’s a look at scores from around the area: College Football:Northern St. 16 Bemidji St. 9 FSDSU 31 Illinois St. 14 FUSD 44 Indiana St. 14 FAugustana 37 USF 20 F Boys Soccer:Hot Springs 4 Douglas-New Underwood 0 FSt. Thomas More-Rapid City Christian 3 Belle Fourche 0 Girls Soccer:St. Thomas […]
Michael Douglas reveals secret Kathleen Turner affair after 40 years
Michael Douglas has dropped a bombshell revelation about his history with Kathleen Turner.
Michael Douglas reveals secret Kathleen Turner romance after lying for 40 years
Michael Douglas reveals in his new memoir that he and ‘Romancing the Stone’ costar Kathleen Turner had a romantic relationship but lied about it for 40 years.
L.L. Bean, Super G Mart lead wave of Upstate business growth
Here's a round-up of Upstate business news, including when to expect L.L. Bean, Super G Mart, Tractor Supply, Scout's Doughnuts and more to open.
Widow turns tragedy into triumph with new Blawnox-based baking business
A Blawnox widow is turning personal tragedy into personal triumph with a new baking business inspired by her late husband. Lisa Collins was devastated when she lost her husband of 27 years, David Collins, suddenly from cardiac arrest in 2023. The couple’s three adult children were grown, so Collins was
Douglas County should increase number of commissioners
As three former Douglas County commissioners, we endorse the citizen-led initiative to expand Douglas County’s Board of County Commissioners from three members to five. Three ballot questions on the Douglas County ballot address the board’s expansion. Together, we endorse these positions: Our terms as Douglas County commissioners spanned most of the past 30 years. We […]
High School Sports Scores
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Take a look at the various scores from all the high school sports across South Dakota. Volleyball Aberdeen Central 3, Tea Area 0 Mitchell 3, Pierre 0 Lincoln 3, Brookings 2 Sioux Falls Christian 3, Yankton 0 Harrisburg 3, Huron 0 Washington 3, Roosevelt 2 Sturgis Brown 3, Douglas 1 […]
Business expert says AI literacy will become as essential as knowing basic word processing
Retail Prophet founder and CEO Doug Stephens explains why the competitive edge in artificial intelligence may come down not to he technology itself, but how leaders use it.
Caleb Douglas does not practice Thursday
Dolphins WR Caleb Douglas misses second straight practice because of injury
SDSC Helps Improve AI-Ready Geospatial Data Through GeoCroissant
Oct. 1, 2026 — Researchers working with Earth science data often face a basic but time-consuming challenge: Determining what datasets exist, what they contain and whether they can be used together. Doug Fils, with the University of California San Diego Halıcıoğlu School of Data Science and Computing’s San Diego Supercomputer Center (SDSC), is helping advance a […]
Man fatally shoots 2 co-workers at a Virginia business before killing himself, police say
A shooting at a northern Virginia business has left two workers dead. Police in Manassas say the suspect later took his own life during a standoff on Interstate 81. Manassas Police Chief Doug Keen says 37-year-old Marvin Grant opened fire at an equipment rental business Wednesday morning. Two wor...
Ex-Eagles DT Blames The Trenches For Struggles vs Bears
This week, there will be plenty of focus on the struggles of the Philadelphia Eagles‘ safety duo, rightfully so. But in the eyes of former Eagles defender Hugh Douglas, the real struggles on the Eagles’ defense start with the defensive line play. Following the Eagles’ 27-7 loss against the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football, […] The post Ex-Eagles DT Blames The Trenches For Struggles vs Bears appeared first on HEAVY.
DeMario Douglas going deep
New England Patriots WR DeMario Douglas was targeted an average of 24.3 yards down field over five targets, which was the deepest of any receiver in Week 3.
Business Council of Douglas County announces business spotlight and lifetime achievement awards
STATELINE, Nev. – The Business Council of Douglas County honored businesses and people that have made a positive mark on Douglas County with the Business Spotlight Awards and the Lifetime Achievement Awards at its 34th...
Ask Pete Dougherty your questions about the Green Bay Packers
Pete Dougherty is taking questions as the Green Bay Packers head into a Week 4 road matchup against the 0-3 Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Alex ‘Big Red’ Dougherty prepares for the Baton Rouge stop of his Day Made DJing tour
Making people’s day is nothing new for Alex ‘Big Red’ Dougherty. Now, he’ll get the chance to do it in person as his Day Made Tour makes its stop in Baton Rouge. The tour will stop in Baton Rouge on Sept. 30 at Chelsea’s Live, bringing Dougherty to LSU for a night he said will...
Health director recommends moving Douglas County Sheriff’s staff after fecal contamination worsens
Tests show liquid from the ceiling drained into buckets contains fecal matter, so sheriff’s staff worry about the effect on their health.
AG hopefuls Savit, Lloyd spar over Line 5, AI regulation in first debate
Republican Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd and Democratic Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit are running to succeed Attorney General Dana Nessel
New Business: Lithermans Limited Brewery adds pinball; NH Doughnuts coming to Londonderry
A brewery in Concord has a new offering for those of all ages: pinball machines. For those 21-plus, the machines are equipped with cup holders for a pint of favorites
Illinois measles cases hit 23 in 2026, most from Douglas, Moultrie counties outbreak
Celebrating National Lobster Day with coastal flavors and weekend entertainment at Confab Kitchen and Bar
Confab Kitchen & Bar owner Doug Gross and Chef Jason Hall visit WANF’s ATL Live Show to demonstrate how to assemble a fresh lobster roll for National Lobster Day and share details on Friday live patio music and fall game-day viewing.
Caleb Douglas misses practice on Thursday
Caleb Douglas misses practice a second straight day ahead of Week 3.
Dominican immigrant builds NC construction business from the ground up
Ada Esther Gil Jimenez, an immigrant from the Dominican Republic and owner of AEGJ Construction, is currently completing a multi-phase renovation project at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Patriots’ Mike Vrabel Names 3 Contenders to Replace Mike Onwenu
The New England Patriots aren’t automatically handing one veteran the right guard job after losing Mike Onwenu.Head coach Mike Vrabel said Greg Van Roten, Walter Rouse and Ben Brown are among the players who will work at guard this week, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reported on X on Sept. 23. Patriots HC Mike […] The post Patriots’ Mike Vrabel Names 3 Contenders to Replace Mike Onwenu appeared first on HEAVY.
Marlon James and Douglas Stuart have chance to become 5th multiple winner of Booker Prize book award
Marlon James and Douglas Stuart can become the fifth author to win the Booker Prize twice after both were shortlisted for arguably the U.K.’s most prestigious fiction accolade | WBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM
Governor Gianforte Announces Transition at the Department of Public Health and Human Services
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced that Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Director Charlie Brereton will transition out of his role on October 30 to pursue an opportunity in the private sector. The governor has named Dr. Doug Harrington, the department’s State Medical Officer, as Director of DPHHS.
Montana Health Department Director Stepping Down for Private-Sector Job
The director of Montana’s largest state agency, the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS), is stepping down from his position at the end of October for a job in the private sector. Charlie Brereton, 31, has led DPHHS since 2022, after serving as the agency’s chief of staff and as Gov. Greg Gianforte’s […]
Gov. announces Doug Harringon to lead MT Department of Public Health and Human Services
The Governor’s Office on Tuesday announced that Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services Director Charlie Brereton will step down on Oct. 30.
Marlon James and Douglas Stuart have chance to become 5th multiple winner of Booker Prize book award
Marlon James and Douglas Stuart can become the fifth author to win the Booker Prize twice after both were shortlisted for arguably the U.K.’s most prestigious fiction accolade | WBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM
Ask Pete Dougherty your questions about the Green Bay Packers
Pete Dougherty is taking questions as the Green Bay Packers head into a Week 3 Thursday night matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.
Samuel leaves Spartans after investigation
Head coach Douglas Samuel leaves Spartans "following an independent investigation into allegations of misconduct".
Drew Doughty Has Waited Long Enough to Be Kings Captain
Drew Doughty got a long-overdue honor, placing him among the franchise's all-time icons as he potentially rides off into the sunset. The post Drew Doughty Has Waited Long Enough to Be Kings Captain appeared first on HEAVY.
Local health officials urge measles vaccination amid exposures
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — More measles exposures are being reported across the region. Exposures are now being tracked at the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport, as well as a fe...
Iowa Clinic relocates plastic surgery departments in West Des Moines
The Iowa Clinic has relocated its Plastic Surgery and Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery departments to 1121 Jordan Creek Parkway, Suite 180, in West Des Moines. The move follows growth in both specialties, including the July launch of Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery with the addition of Drs. Audrey Ko and Douglas Casady. The new…
To read 2,000-year-old burned scrolls, scientists burn their own
Douglas Seiler painstakingly sourced papyrus and reed pens from Egypt and traditional lampblack ink from Japan, then paid some high school students to inscribe the papyrus with lines from Star Wars and ...
Brad Rateike: The rising anxiety from an annual physical exam
Many of us have those moments regretting the blueberry cake doughnut at the office.
Drew Doughty fulfilling longtime desire as new Kings captain
One day after being announced as Kings captain, Drew Doughty got to reflect on his new role at an introductory press conference.
Monroe County Public Health reports potential measles exposure at Rochester Airport
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Monroe County Department of Public Health says two people who traveled through the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport have tested positive for measles. The county says the two traveled through the airport on Sept. 8 and Sept. 13, and may have exposed others to the disease. The two don’t live […]
Drew Doughty named captain of the Kings, succeeding Anze Kopitar
Drew Doughty is the 15th captain in team history. He served as an alternate captain since 2016-17, when Anze Kopitar replaced Dustin Brown as captain.
Open AI and the million dollar maths problem
In early September, OpenAI announced it had solved a major mathematics problem that has stumped humans for nearly a century. The news left mathematicians reeling, and many expressed concern over what will be left for humans as AI becomes ever more adept at unravelling complex problems. Now 25 recipients of the Fields medal – often called the Nobel prize for maths – have signed an open letter expressing their fears of a ‘severe misalignment’ between AI companies and their field. To find out how AI is likely to upend maths – and how mathematicians might respond – Ian Sample speaks to Colva Roney-Dougal, professor of pure mathematics at the University of St Andrews
The Strange New Politics of AI. Plus. . .
It’s Thursday, September 17. This is The Front Page, your daily window into the world of The Free Press—and our take on the world at large. Today: Douglas Murray asks, why do we allow terrorists to die of old age? The American nonprofits backing Hamas. A conversation with Dara Horn and Coleman Hughes. And much more. But first: inside the unlikely coalition warning that AI may kill us all. Last week, an AI researcher named Jacob Coxon made headlines around the world after saying that he had resigned from Anthropic because he believes AI might cause human extinction—and his co-workers do, too. Unlike the rest of us, potentially, the story just won’t die. The Pro-Human Assembly, a conference held Tuesday in Washington, D.C., about the existential dangers of artificial intelligence, couldn’t have come at a better time—or with a more eclectic coalition. The Archbishop of San Francisco was there. So was Steve Bannon, screaming about the Chinese. Bernie Sanders did a quasi-dramatic reading of messages posted to an online forum by rogue AI agents. Ashley Judd paraphrased a graphic Andrea Dworkin quote for reasons that remain a mystery to me still. It was odd. People in the AI industry have talked openly about the possibility of this technology causing human extinction for years, but it hits differently in the wake of the Hugging Face incident. If you don’t know what that is, all the more reason to read my dispatch today. As the doomers see it, the best-case scenario is a future in which humans are basically kept as pets: well cared for, but with zero autonomy. The worst-case scenario, obviously, is the everyone dies thing. What should be done? I heard lots of ideas but no easy answers. There are currently zero federal regulations on AI, which is sort of strange even to think about. After all, we regulate microwaves, and the people running the microwave industry have never once refused to rule out the possibility that their products will end all human life on Earth. What I saw in D.C. left me even more convinced that you would be hard-pressed to find anyone who believes nothing should be done. You know, except for President Trump. — River Page River Page • Tech and Business [ The AI Doomers Have a Plan to Save Us. I Went to Find Out What It Is. ](https://www.thefp.com/p/the-ai-doomers-have-plan-save-bernie-sanders-bannon) Read story How Robert Kraft Made Macklemore a Martyr—and How to Better Fight Antisemitism On Monday, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and a group of other NFL owners banned Macklemore from performing at their stadiums after the rapper delivered a “Free Palestine” speech while opening for Ed Sheeran. Kraft cited the rapper’s “broader history of antisemitic rhetoric and imagery.” Once multiple venues refused to host shows with Macklemore on the lineup, the tour’s promoter officially dropped him. Today, Josh Kaplan says that the move was counterproductive, arguing that though well-intentioned, Kraft’s decision turned an irrelevant footnote into a martyr. “You cannot cancel people into liking you,” Josh writes. Read his column on what a better response to Macklemore would have looked like. Read [ Robert Kraft Made Macklemore a Martyr ](https://www.thefp.com/p/robert-kraft-made-macklemore-martyr-antisemitism-palestine) This raises the question: What actually works against antisemitism? On the latest episode of Conversations with Coleman, recorded in front of a live audience in New York, Dara Horn joins Coleman Hughes to talk about her new book The Final Solution to the Jewish Question. She argues that antisemitism is a script that has repeated itself across countries and ideologies, and that most people don’t understand that well enough to fight it. Don’t miss their conversation. Watch [ The Lie at the Center of Antisemitism, with Dara Horn ](https://www.thefp.com/p/the-lie-at-the-center-of-antisemitism-coleman-hughes-dana-horn) Listen now Douglas Murray • U.S. Politics [ Douglas Murray: The 9/11 Failure That Still Haunts America ](https://www.thefp.com/p/douglas-murray-911-failure-justice-terrorist-guantanamo-bay) Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, the men who planned them have still not faced trial. Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and most of the accused have been locked up in Guantanamo Bay since 2002. Judges have retired, and plea deals have collapsed. Today, Douglas Murray examines how this happened and argues that a justice system that allows terrorists to die of old age in an interminable pretrial process is one that has failed. Read his latest column on what that failure says about our unpreparedness for the era we are now living in. Read story The Editors • U.S. Politics [ When Nonprofits Support Terrorists ](https://www.thefp.com/p/when-nonprofits-support-terrorists) A newly declassified CIA brief from 1998 found that Osama bin Laden used nonprofit shell organizations—including U.S.-based Islamic groups—to fund his terror plots. Today, a similar story is unfolding as multiple organizations on American soil present themselves as nonprofits, taking advantage of tax-exempt status while seeking to advance the ideological mission of terrorist groups like Hamas. Read our editorial on the latest evidence of this dangerous trend—and why there’s no excuse for making the same mistake the CIA revealed 28 years ago. Read story Simon Sebag Montefiore and Bari Weiss Live in New York For decades, the Middle East has shaped American foreign policy and loomed large in the public consciousness. Few understand its influence on our politics better than Simon Sebag Montefiore, who argues that America’s quagmires in the Middle East stem from a deep misunderstanding of the region—on both the left and the right. Join him October 1 as he sits down with Bari Weiss live in New York City to kick off his U.S. book tour for The Cauldron: The Making of the Modern Middle East. Get Tickets Now MORE FROM THE FREE PRESS [ Sydney Sweeney’s Naked Truth ](https://www.thefp.com/p/sydney-sweeneys-naked-truth-caitlin-flanagan) Caitlin Flanagan Read story [ I Thought Ukraine Was Losing. Then I Was Almost Hit by a Russian Drone. ](https://www.thefp.com/p/elliot-ackerman-ukraine-drone-gas-station-train) Elliot Ackerman Read story [ The Dangerous Ideology Behind the AI Warnings ](https://www.thefp.com/p/dangerous-ideology-effective-altruism-artificial-intelligence) Shyam Sankar Read story [ Amanda Knox: Patrick Clancy Can’t Win ](https://www.thefp.com/p/amanda-knox-patrick-clancy-grief-internet-crime) Amanda Knox Read story THE NEWS The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter point, its first hike since 2023, signaling that another increase could follow as the central bank tries to bring inflation under control. President Donald Trump fired back by demanding that rates be cut sharply, though he stopped short of criticizing Fed Chair Kevin Warsh by name. The Houthis fired drones and missiles at Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, including a major oil port on the Red Sea, and Saudi jets struck back with air strikes across Yemen in an escalating front of the Middle East war. (For more on the Houthis, read Zineb Riboua’s column from earlier this week.) A sweeping Russia and Iran sanctions bill passed the House in a 262–159 vote and is now heading to Trump for his signature. Named after the late senator Lindsey Graham, the legislation would hit countries that purchase large volumes of Russian oil and gas with tariffs of up to 100 percent, and is aimed at cutting off revenue that funds Russia’s war in Ukraine. European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the European Union’s first-ever “associate member,” drawing a standing ovation from European lawmakers. The proposal, framed as a response to a world grown more hostile, faces an uncertain path as EU member states would have to approve it, and one diplomat said that “nobody really knows what it means.” The House voted unanimously to send billionaire Leon Black a criminal contempt referral after he defied a congressional subpoena to testify and hand over documents related to his connections to Jeffrey Epstein. Black chose to fight the subpoena in court rather than comply. Charlie Kirk’s family filed a wrongful death notice Wednesday against Utah Valley University, alleging that a series of security failures left him exposed to a rooftop sniper. The notice is a required legal step before the family can sue. Merriam-Webster added 1,400 words and definitions to its dictionary, including looksmaxxing, vibe coding, and cuffing season. The publisher said the new entries offer “a window into the world today.” The Free Press earns a commission from any purchases made through all book links in this article.
Phony online car dealership uses real Douglas County business address
When scammers steal an identity, it’s not always personal information. They often post a phony business online but use a real address.
Kings name Drew Doughty as next captain
The Los Angeles Kings announced on Wednesday that 18-year veteran defenseman Drew Doughty will be the next captain following the retirement of Anze Kopitar.
Drew Doughty named captain of the Kings, succeeding Anze Kopitar
Drew Doughty was named captain of the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday, inheriting the leadership position left vacant by Anze Kopitar's retirement. The 36-year-old Doughty is the franchise leader among defensemen in numerous categories, including goals, assists, points and games played and was a key piece in their Stanley Cup victories in 2012 and 2014. “Being named captain of an NHL team is something I’m truly honored by, and it’s something I take great pride in,” Doughty said in a statement released by the team.
IMAGine That!: Celebrating National Play-Doh Day
IMAG History and Science Center is honoring National Play-Doh Day with a look at its origins and the science behind the iconic dough.
Reading 1-2 Brentord
Ian: The Bees seem to be scraping results at the moment (three Premier League leads ending in draws and a 2-1 win over Reading), however, it is easy to be critical. Douglas: Every Brentford supporter expects them to win by a hatful of goals, but that can't always happen. A professional performance which shows their class.
Schmear We Go Again, as New York BagelFest Rolls Out Its 2026 Judges, Industry Talks and Entertainment
/PRNewswire/ -- The dough is rising, and so is demand for New York BagelFest, Presented by King Arthur Baking Company. The ultimate celebration of bagel...
Chatagnier Market, Wild Rise scale up together
Chatagnier Community Market is already preparing to more than double its retail space less than three months after opening, while partnering with Wild Rise Sourdough Co. to add a commercial kitchen that could help other local food vendors bring their products to market. Lexus Chatagnier, one of the owners of Chatagnier Community Market, says the […]
Downtown’s Project Scarlet taps chef Doug Katz for new Italian restaurant
The famous local chef will develop a Northern-Italian-themed restaurant and menu for the large project.
Ask Pete Dougherty your questions about the Green Bay Packers
Pete Dougherty is taking questions as the Green Bay Packers head into a Week 2 road matchup against the New York Jets.
Ask Pete Dougherty your questions about the Green Bay Packers
Pete Dougherty is taking questions as the Green Bay Packers head into a Week 2 road matchup against the New York Jets.
Coventry 0-5 Brighton
Put the kids out for the Aston Villa cup game, a win at Nottingham Forest on Saturday has to be what we focus on. Stephen: Worst performance I have seen in ten years. Doug King has a big decision to make if the next couple of games don't end with some points.
CSU researcher delivers talk on science of sourdough, research into starter bacteria
On Sept. 9, Charlene Van Buiten, director of the Food Structure and Function Lab and associate professor in the department of food science and human nutrition at Colorado State University, kicked off the 2026-27 Ram Talks series. The lecture focused on how wild bacteria affects the flavor profile and health benefits of sourdough. Allison Pine,...
Business Monday: Hilo Pizza Co. serving up New York-style pies and slices that patrons can customize
Hilo Pizza Company has become a small staple of the Puainako Center since 2023, offering Hilo residents a taste of thin-crust pizza with a menu that features dough made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients.
Public health event to continue discussion of racial disparities in Douglas County birth outcomes
The health department is inviting the Douglas County community to continue an April conversation focused on racial disparities in local birth outcomes.
How to watch Cody vs Douglas high school football
You can watch Cody football all season long with NFHS Network, including this week’s game against Douglas.
Political analyst on parties' strategies ahead of midterm elections
FOX Carolina's Justin Dougherty speaks with Dr. Brent Nelsen on what the Republican and Democrat strategies are going into midterm elections.
Methodist Health System Undergoes Wave of C-Suite Moves
Plus: Dude Perfect CEO steps away, new CFOs join Weitzman and Mission Critical Group, the Economic Club of Dallas finds a new executive director, and more.
Ask Pete Dougherty your questions about the Green Bay Packers
Pete Dougherty is taking questions as the Green Bay Packers head into the Week 1 season opener against the Minnesota Vikings in Minneapolis.
The business of educating black parents, teachers and kids
Bolanle Ambonisye knew she had stumbled onto something when parents began using her name to get their children to behave. “Lil’ Johnny was acting up last night. I told him I’m going to tell Mama Bolanle and he straightened right up,” she recalled parents telling her when she was a teacher at the Frederick Douglass […]
Trump’s latest clemency grants aid a union boss and a Jay-Z associate
President Donald Trump issued 30 clemency grants on Thursday, including for a drug dealer-turned-executive of Roc Nation, Jay-Z’s sprawling company.
Trump administration plows ahead with groundbreaking for the president’s ‘triumphal arch’
The Trump administration plans to break ground on the president’s “triumphal arch” in the next two weeks, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum announced on Thursday.
Illinois heath officials responding to measles outbreak in Douglas County
There have been at least four confirmed, linked cases of measles in Douglas County, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, The Bread Board
Read the release on Sen. Ernst's website HERE. Throughout this Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. RED OAK, Iowa – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: The Bread Board of Marion County. Throughout the 119th Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in each of Iowa's 99 counties. “The Bread Board has risen to the occasion, growing from Heidi’s passion for baking into a thriving Pella bakery that brings people together,” said Chair Ernst. “From serving fresh sourdough and homemade meals to supporting local businesses, schools, and community events, Heidi and her team have proven they have the perfect recipe for success.” Heidi Rozenboom grew up baking fresh bread alongside her grandmother, always using the same bread board that would eventually inspire her business’ name. Years later, Heidi started selling fresh bread to local coffee shops and cafes. As demand grew, she opened her storefront in downtown Pella in 2021 and named her bakery the Bread Board. Today, the Bread Board serves fresh sourdough bread, pastries, homemade meals, and other baked goods. Stay tuned as Chair Ernst continues to recognize outstanding Iowa small businesses with her Small Business of the Week award. ###
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