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New Sistersville General Hospital marks milestone with final beam signing
Memorial Health System celebrated a milestone for the new Sistersville General Hospital with a final beam signing ahead of its 2027 opening, marking progress on expanded rural health care.
Tampa technical institute expands bilingual health care career training
Aguilas International Technical Institute has opened a larger Tampa facility, expanding bilingual career training as health care demand grows locally.
DOE expands tribal energy funding to $125M, selects 63 projects
The Department of Energy expanded a $50 million tribal energy funding opportunity to more than $125 million after tribal applications sought roughly 10 times the initial amount. The agency selected 63 tribe-led projects across 16 states for what it described as the largest single investment in the Office of Indian Energy’s history. The projects include […]
Local breakfast chain plans Derby expansion
The Easy Egg, a Wichita-based breakfast and lunch restaurant, recently announced plans to expand into Derby. Reports indicate the local chain will take over the space at 317 N. Rock
Names in the News: People shaping the future of Lake Area business
The Sculptry promotes staff The Sculptry, Southwest Louisiana’s premier medical aesthetics clinic, has expanded its leadership team with the announcement of new positions for key staff members. Amber Pauley, RN, […]
UCLA Health expansion raises costs and concerns
UCLA Health has fast expanded its number of hospitals and number of clinics in recent years. Critics say the expansion is raising healthcare costs and question why it hasn’t included lower-income neighborhoods.
UCLA Health expansion raises costs and concerns
UCLA Health has fast expanded its number of hospitals and number of clinics in recent years. Critics say the expansion is raising healthcare costs and question why it hasn’t included lower-income neighborhoods.
With 52 Businesses Waiting, Charles County Weighs Expanding LaunchPad
LA PLATA, Md. — For dozens of Charles County entrepreneurs, getting a business off the ground includes another hurdle: waiting for a spot in a county training program. Economic development officials told the Charles County commissioners on Tuesday, Oct. 20, that 52 businesses remained on the waiting list for LaunchPad, a pilot program designed to […]
VT Science Corner: Expanding eating disorder care to rural areas
The great Taylor Swift proclaimed “I’m the problem, it’s me” in her 2022 song, "Anti-Hero." This lyric reflects something many people can recognize: the belief that something is fundamentally wrong
Netflix’s Leadership Shake Up…Explained
(Welcome to the “Most Important Story of the Week”, my bi-weekly strategy column analyzing the most important (but often not buzziest) news story of the last two weeks. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. Please subscribe.) Well, I had a simple article planned for this week. Called “Whoa, I Missed It!”, I’d take a gander at a few important-but-under-the-radar stories I didn’t cover while I wrote about all things “Skydance. (Formerly known as “the saga of Netflix trying to buy Warner Bros., but not Discovery, then Paramount-Skydance bought all of Warner Bros. Discovery”.) Alas, that article will have to wait. Netflix made news. Ironically, my “Whoa, I Missed It!” article would have mostly been about “content” strategy decisions, which is also what today’s article is about. But instead of the entire industry, this article will only cover Netflix’s decision to upend their film and TV content teams. Just that! So that’s the full topic of the day. I’m going to tackle the issue in the opposite direction of the way “stuff” flows: uphill. We’ll start at film, then move onto TV, and then onto the CEOs themselves, and the strategy questions that still remain. But we start with the numbers driving this. Let’s dive in. Subscribe Most Important Story of the Week - Netflix Upends Their Corporate Hierarchy I’ve got a lot of thoughts, but we’ll start with the most common response to yesterday’s article. Let’s Talk Stock Price More than one person, responding to what I published two days ago, pointed out that, well, actually, the thing driving Netflix’s actions is this: In short, stock price! Even if Netflix isn’t obsessed with their own share price—they probably are, but, for the record, my strategic advice to every CEO is to absolutely ignore stock prices, which will, ironically, probably help the stock price long-term—most everyone thinks they are. By the way, I prefer market capitalization to stock prices, because it’s a more apples-to-apples way to compare companies: But there’s an even better way to look at it, and it kinda casts some doubt on the entire push here: price-to-earnings. I have a long list of articles that I wish I had written, and chief among them is an article titled, “Am I Still a Netflix ‘Bear’?” meaning someone who thinks Netflix’s stock is overvalued. As of last summer, Netflix had solved their biggest problem—which for me (circa 2019) was the lack of free cash flow—but their stock was CRAZY overvalued. That’s this chart here: Why did Netflix’s stock price increase to a price-to-earnings ratio of 50 last summer? What financial metric changed so quickly? Nothing. Given that, historically, mature entertainment companies average 10 to 20, with 16 being the average, that increase made little sense. Netflix’s stock swoon these last eight or so months wasn’t irrational; the stock price rise last year was. So if you want a really hot Netflix take, here it is: Netflix’s stock price has been going down because the financial industry recovered its senses, not because of any strategic mistake. Yes, that would imply that cleaning house may have been a mistake. That’s why the charts yesterday are so important, because they show that Netflix did have a strategic problem (a lack of hits) and that’s what they moved to address. (One could also argue the industry drastically overrated Netflix’s growth prospects, but that’s a financial industry problem, not a Netflix strategy problem per se. Some growth estimates are just crazy. *cough* AI *cough*) Now, the last time Netflix’s stock price crashed—circa 2022—it gave them an opening. I’d argue Netflix insiders knew they needed to expand post-COVID-19 crisis, adding advertising, cracking down on password sharing, and dabbling in sports. But if they had done that when their stock price was high, it would give folks a reason to second guess their strategy. (Arguably, last year, when Netflix pursued the Warner Bros. merger, it gave the industry a chance to review their business.) Instead, after the 2022 fall, they had the opening to make strategic changes. We may see Netflix pivot again following this latest slide. For example, the “binge versus weekly” conversation is alive and well again. Same for expanding into theaters even more. And adding both linear channels and streaming bundles. And maybe more either social, user-generated, vertical, or creator content. But the first shift came with who is making the content calls. A Message from Our Sponsor Last winter Pulp Fiction was on Netflix. For those same 90 days, it was also free, with ads, on Pluto TV and the Roku Channel. That is not a glitch, and it is not rare. The title has run on 20 different US streaming services since 2019, across 80 separate windows, and for more than 600 of those days it sat on a paid subscription service and a free ad-supported one at the same time. Almost nobody can see this, because when a title leaves a service, the record that it was ever there tends to leave with it. Reelgood keeps that record, dated to the day rather than the month: 4MM+ movie, show and episode titles across 300+ services globally, with timestamped arrivals, departures and moves across SVOD, AVOD, TVOD and vMVPD. Licensing teams price against every prior window. Rights teams check what a licensee actually delivered, and when. Pick a title you think you know: data.reelgood.com/title-availability Film - Dan Lin Want to know why I don’t opine on individual film or TV executives, especially new hires? Dan Lin. As I always caution, it’s really, really, really tough to predict which executives will succeed in new roles and which won’t. The successful head of co-production/finance partner, Rideback, Lin was considered for the head of DC Studios job before taking the job as the head of Netflix. By all accounts at the time, this was a smart hire. (That’s my read of the news coverage anyways.) But now that Netflix has fired Dan Lin, we got a slew of news stories about how he was doing a terrible job. In sports media, Bryan Curtis, new Substack writer/podcaster from The Ringer, calls this the “now you tell us” story, when you only hear the bad news after a star athlete leaves a sports team. In this case, now they tell us that Dan Lin was bad with talent after he got kicked out the door. So was Dan Lin a flop? It’s actually tough to say. While film moves faster than TV, even two years isn’t really enough time to evaluate a person’s output. The new head hasn’t really taken control. As Emily Horgan noted, it takes much longer than two years to produce animated films, so yeah, it’s definitely too early to judge in that domain. As for live-action films, I just published an article by Brandon Katz called “Netflix’s Summer of Bummer”, but I’d point out Netflix had a bad summer two years ago too. Arguably, their best summer came from KPop Demon Hunters last year and Happy Gilmore 2, the latter of which I saw credited to Lin. Then, the stories came out that Dan Lin clashed with talent, both Ben Affleck and Greta Gerwig, classic “now they tell us” factoids to explain his firing. This may have been true, but also should have been expected given that he was given the mandate to bring budgets back in check, especially after Rebel Moon. So if he made folks upset, well, that’s what he was hired to do! But also, he was described as “well-liked” at his hiring! In that case, I’m a bit sympathetic to Lin, since he may have been undercut by senior leadership, as often happens. Basically, a CEO hires a subordinate to be their “bad cop” and keep budgets in check, but then when talent complains, the CEO ends up undercutting them. That’s how I think you end up with a Narnia movie as expensive as any of the other flops, along with a film executive the town no longer likes. As a result, I think that Netflix is now executing a classic “hire the opposite” move by hiring Peter Rice. This phrase comes from my experience following football and basketball coaching decisions, where teams generally hire the opposite of who they just had. If you have an offense-minded head coach, hire the defensive guy. Or in college football, if you have a strong recruiter, then you pivot to an “X’s and Os” type of guy. Or in pro basketball, if you have a very analytically minded coach, you hire the player-friendly guy. I see that here. After dropping Scott Stuber—arguably a talent-friendly executive with lax budget control—Netflix hired the business guy to keep costs in check. Now Netflix is pivoting back to Peter Rice and presumably a more talent-friendly regime. (Disney, by the way, has done this twice: hiring business guys to succeed talent-friendly Bob Iger. It didn’t work out last time.) When it comes to Peter Rice…we’ll see! Maybe he works out, but maybe he doesn’t. I’d actually say the biggest problem is that Netflix still hasn’t solved its “IP Problem”, in that they don’t own much IP, so they just have a lower hit rate. The new executive won’t solve that. (Though buying Lionsgate would help.) Share “Content” - Bela Bajaria I almost published yesterday’s article after this column, but ended up flipping the order, because it told the story so well. So if you want the data for why Netflix is looking at TV to fix their problems, it’s in that article, this graph in particular: I know I just wrote that it’s often hard to judge executives, but Bajaria ran TV for six years and film for three and a half more. That’s more than enough to judge hit rates, and Netflix needs more hits. That’s the story. Since 2023, Netflix hasn’t had as many hit shows as it used to, and many of its previous power house TV shows have ended their runs (Stranger Things most of all). Also, many shows from 2020 to 2022 probably pre-dated Bajaria’s tenure. (That said, one thing may have been outside of Bajaria’s control, which I explain below.) Let’s lump some content strategy thoughts about Netflix and TV into one place: We’re just getting started with this issue, but the rest is for paid subscribers of the Entertainment Strategy Guy, so if you’d like to find out… Why I partially blame Squid Game for Netflix’s latest troubles… What is “the football trap”... Why it might not be the TV shows or films’ fault at all… What change I don’t think Netflix will make... How Bela Bajaria evolved Netflix’s TV strategy in smart ways… Whose departure likely submarined Bajaria’s final few years… One sneaky explanation for Netflix’s content struggles... And a whole lot more... ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support.
IDF, Defense Ministry struggle with amount of reservists seeking mental health care, experts say
The IDF Spokesperson's Unit said the military places the utmost importance on providing mental health care and has expanded the capacity and quality of its services since the war's beginning.
LANL’s Bradbury Science Museum Expands Annual High-Tech Halloween Event To Adult Crowd
Bradbury Science Museum Director Patrick Moore welcomes Halloween-goers. Courtesy/BSM
Tampa General Hospital and Health Care District of Palm Beach County to Open Lakeside Cancer Center in September 2027, Expanding Access to Academic-Based Cancer Care in Florida’s Rural Communities - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Lakeside Cancer Center will connect cancer patients in the Glades with world-class treatment, complex care coordination and access to oncology specialists. October Tampa General Hospital and Health Care District of […]
Iran, Kyrgyzstan seek to expand science and technology cooperation
TEHRAN – Iranian and Kyrgyz officials have called for expanded cooperation in science and technology during a meeting on the sidelines of the 5th World Creative Economy Conference in Jakarta.
CSUB business enrollment jumps nearly 25% as college builds pathways to Kern County careers
CSUB's College of Business and Public Administration says enrollment has grown nearly 25% in three years as the college expands community outreach, regional programs and connections with local employers.
Aspen Science Center works to bring more science education to the region for all ages
Carbondale-based nonprofit the Aspen Science Center has expanded programming throughout local valleys, for residents of all ages, over the past 20 years. This story is part of our “On the Ground” radio series that highlights solutions to local and global issues from Roaring Fork and Colorado River valley organizations.
Lee Health Foundation Announces Board of Trustees - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Oct. 23, 2026 – Lee Health Foundation has announced its 2027 Board of Trustees, a distinguished group of community leaders, healthcare advocates, and business professionals dedicated to advancing philanthropy and expanding […]
Saint Francis, SEMO Establish Pinnacle Corporate Partnership
Southeast Missouri State University and Saint Francis are expanding their longstanding relationship with a new Pinnacle Corporate Partnership.
LANL’s Bradbury Science Museum Expands Annual High-Tech Halloween Event To Adult Crowd
Kids and families enjoy trick-or-treating and spooky science Oct. 30; adults dance the night away after dark Oct. 31. Photo Courtesy LANL Bradbury Science Museum Director Patrick Moore welcomes Hal…
Google Health 5.11 rolling out expanded 100+ activity detection to Fitbit Air, Pixel Watch
Google Health previewed improved automatic activity tracking, and it’s now beginning to roll out with version 5.11 of the app.
Google Health 5.11 rolling out expanded 100+ activity detection to Fitbit Air, Pixel Watch
Google Health previewed improved automatic activity tracking, and it’s now beginning to roll out with version 5.11 of the app.
Progressive Community Health Centers expands services with new pharmacy
Looking to fill a void in pharmacy access on Milwaukee’s north side, Progressive Community Health Centers will open a full-service retail pharmacy Monday
Dover schools expand mental health support, plan healing forums
Dover City Schools plans to hold small-group forums for families as the district focuses on safety, support and long-term healing after what Superintendent Karie McCrate described as six weeks of "overwhelming loss."
Drake University expands full-tuition Bulldog Promise program to transfer students
Drake University will provide full-tuition coverage for qualifying Iowa transfer students through its Bulldog Promise program beginning in fall 2027. To qualify, transfer students must be Iowa residents, have a cumulative college GPA of at least 3.0, be eligible for the maximum federal Pell Grant and be pursuing their first bachelor’s degree. Originally launched in…
LingSter Games founder honored by Small Business Development Center
John Ling of LingSter Games was honored as Veteran Small Business Owner of the Year by Finger Lakes SBDC after expanding to a Stoneridge Plaza storefront.
Business activity expands, prices surge by most since 2022
Supplier delivery times lengthened the most since 2022, with S&P Global citing material and labor shortages as well as overloaded suppliers and shipping delays.
Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science Celebrates 10 Years of Leadership, Expands into Engineering
The Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science at Stony Brook University is celebrating 10 years under the leadership of Executive Director Laura Lindenfeld. Since its launch in 2009, the Center has spent more than 15 years helping experts in the sciences communicate their work. Now three years out from its 20th anniversary, the Center, under
Banijay's Frederic Balmary on Expanding English-Language Drama Output
Banijay's chief business officer Frederic Balmary on scaling up english-language drama output: 'It's clear that Netflix is looking for more U.S. hits'
UK Board of Trustees approves joint venture with Signature HealthCARE
The University of Kentucky Board of Trustees today approved a joint venture between UK and Louisville-based Signature HealthCARE to develop and operate a 105-bed skilled nursing facility on UK’s Hamburg East campus in Lexington. The facility will expand access to skilled nursing care and help patients move from the hospital to the next stage of their recovery sooner.
National Maternal Mental Health Accelerator Hosts Inaugural Member Convening - Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health
This week marked a watershed moment for maternal mental health as the National Maternal Mental Health (MMH) Accelerator held its inaugural member convening. Led by Founder Joy Burkhard, CEO of the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health, the Accelerator has united over 140 organizations to drive systemic change and expanded access to appropriate care by 2030.
Jetmaker Bombardier doubles down on US investment in deal touted by Trump
Jetmaker Bombardier said it is "expanding its presence" in the United States as part of a $270 million investment deal praised by President Donald Trump.
Dismas Home of New Hampshire names Angel Colarusso philanthropy director
Colarusso will lead fundraising as the organization expands its residential capacity and completes its $2.5 million capital campaign
Nintendo Expands Switch Online's Game Boy Library With Three More Titles
Avenging Spirit, Mole Mania & Revenge of the 'Gator are back
The business case for pro bono: indirect benefits with social impact
Pro bono work has evolved into a driving force within Argentina’s legal profession, expanding access to justice while strengthening law firms, lawyers and civil society organisations. Through collaboration and institutional commitment, it has become a powerful tool for talent development, reputation building and long-term impact.
Arizona healthcare job growth faces staffing challenges
Health care drives much of Arizona’s job growth, but employers struggle to find workers. Training limits and funding pressures could shape how much the industry can expand.
Aetherion Expands Houston Industrial Water Treatment Business
Aetherion expands its Houston water treatment operations. Workforce growth and added services support its strategy to acquire regional providers.
Cone Health to acquire three Reidsville pharmacies
Cone Health is acquiring three pharmacies in Reidsville with the hopes of expanding affordable access, onsite vaccinations and continuing community-based care.
Gemini app expands Google Maps Personal Intelligence, replacing Deep Think
Besides coming to Android Auto this week, Personal Intelligence in the Gemini app is also expanding its Google Maps integration.
County BZA approvals permit poultry, business expansions
Wayne County Board of Zoning Appeals approved five petitions — two requesting additions for ag businesses, another seeking acreage reduction for poultry, a mining business expanding its property and a chiropractor moving his operations locally — at its Oct. 8 meeting. Hally Jordan and James Spears’ petition to reduce minimum lot acreage to accommodate 14 […]
Beehive Science and Technology Academy expanding to Saratoga Springs in 2027
Beehive Science and Technology Academy is expanding with a new campus in Saratoga Springs, Utah, set to open for the 2027–2028 school year.Located at 10 S. Sara
Amazon renames Kindle Unlimited to Kindle Plus and expands access to audiobooks
Kindle Unlimited is now Kindle Plus.
Henry Dorrbaker’s will expand Beloit entertainment complex with new indoor golf
Henry Dorrbaker's is expanding its downtown Beloit entertainment complex with a new 6,000-square-foot indoor golf attraction called The Range, which is scheduled to open in December.
Indoor golf facilities a booming business across the state
Indoor golf is booming in Delaware as Flight Indoor Golf and Back Nine Golf open, expand, and draw year-round players.
Goldman Sachs spends big to give small businesses an AI boost
The Wall Street giant is committing $500 million to expand its 10,000 Small Businesses program and launch an AI institute, partnering with Google, Meta, OpenAI and Anthropic to bring AI know-how to Main Street. NBC's Christine Romans spoke exclusively with Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon and with small businesses figuring out how to make AI work for them.
Huntington startup creates landmark-inspired pajamas and gifts
Huntington-based Oyster and Arrow creates hand-illustrated pajamas and gifts inspired by Long Island landmarks. Founded by Emily Greany, the company emphasizes local coastal motifs and has grown to 25 retail partners, with wholesale driving most of its revenue. The brand aims to expand along the East Coast while maintaining personal connections.
Monument Health expands diabetes, endocrine care in Rapid City
Monument Health opened a new 26,000-square-foot Endocrinology and Diabetes Education clinic at 855 Omaha St. in Rapid City with 35 exam rooms.
Nasdaq Revenue Rises 14% as Financial Technology Business Expands
Nasdaq reported higher third-quarter revenue and earnings Thursday (Oct. 22), supported by growth in its financial technology and capital markets
Munich Re expands CEO Blunck’s leadership role
Germany-based Munich Reinsurance Company has appointed Thomas Blunck to lead its property and casualty reinsurance business in Europe and Latin America, effective Nov. 1, while retaining his role as…
Accounting firms grow advisory services for growing clients
New York accounting firms like Geller & Company and Grassi Advisors expand advisory services to meet growing client demands for strategic financial guidance.
Metamora, Creve Coeur look to expand business development
East Peoria has already purchased the land on Route 24 and Centennial Drive to expand housing development, while Metamora is developing housing, and possible business development, on 135 acres on Route 116.
Navvis Introduces New Solution to Help Health Systems Build the Operating Capabilities Required to Achieve High Performance in CJR-X
ST. LOUIS, October 22, 2026--Navvis, the leading value-based care enablement company, today announced a new CJR-X solution built to help health systems achieve high performance in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) mandatory and newly finalized Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement Expanded (CJR-X) model. Joint replacement is one of the most profitable service lines for health systems across the U.S. today, and CJR-X gives health systems a mandatory new way to protect and grow
Talkiatry takes therapy nationwide as it builds out behavioral health platform
Talkiatry is expanding virtual therapy services nationwide as part of a broader push to provide comprehensive behavioral health services across the acuity spectrum, from low to high. | Talkiatry is expanding virtual therapy services nationwide as part of a broader push to provide comprehensive behavioral health services across the acuity spectrum, from low to high.
Replit Expands Government Business Worldwide, Taps Former Amazon Executive to Lead Corporate Affairs
Replit, the agentic software creation platform used by builders in 85% of the Fortune 500 companies, today announced the expansion of its government business and the appointment of former U.S. Treasury diplomat and Amazon Web Services (AWS) executive Michael Greenwald as President of Corporate Affairs.
Polymarket, Kalshi expand political donations as firms face state, federal scrutiny
By Douglas Gillison WASHINGTON, Oct 22 (Reuters) - Prediction market operators Kalshi, Polymarket and their founders have given at least $5 million combined to Republican and Democratic political
Istios Health Expands Clinical Research Network into Texas Through Kidney Care Associates Partnership
Partnership strengthens Istios’s growing nephrology research network and expands community-based research capabilities across cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic diseasesPHOENIX, Oct. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Istios Health, a healthcare technology and clinical research company, today announced a partnership with Kidney Care Associates, marking its expansion into Texas and strengthening its national network for cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) disease research. The partnership builds o
Roma looking to make two signings in January
Roma is already looking ahead to the January transfer window with the goal of expanding Gian Piero Gasperini’s options. The Giallorossi intend to make the squad more competitive and equipped to tack...
New Spokane alliance drives life science growth
Spokane-based organizations Greater Spokane Incorporated, LaunchPad Inland Northwest Foundation, and Health Sciences & Services Authority of Spokane County are partnering with Seattle-based Life Science Washington to expand access to resources and support for life science entrepreneurs in the…
National Color Graphics purchases new press
Spokane-based National Color Graphics Inc. has become the first commercial printer in the U.S. to install the Fujifilm Revoria Press PC2120, an advanced digital printing system designed to expand color capabilities, automate production, and improve efficiency.
New Spokane alliance drives life science growth
Spokane-based organizations Greater Spokane Incorporated, LaunchPad Inland Northwest Foundation, and Health Sciences & Services Authority of Spokane County are partnering with Seattle-based Life Science Washington to expand access to resources and support for life science entrepreneurs in the…
What International Business Machines (IBM) Said on Its Q3 Earnings Call
International Business Machines (NYSE:IBM) reported third-quarter 2026 revenue growth of 6% at constant currency, led by accelerating software sales, infrastructure demand and modest consulting growth. The company said operating pre-tax margin expanded 70 basis points and diluted operating earnings
Commission announces plan for polar hub to step up research coordination
The European Commission plans to develop an EU polar research hub to strengthen coordination and improve the alignment between science and policy. The objective, according to a Commission official, is to “better connect research, observation and scientific infrastructure, improve access to research resources and strengthen coordination with stakeholders, including Indigenous people.”Announced in a new EU Arctic strategy on October 20, there is little detail yet on how the hub will be implemented, only that it will “reinforce and expand” the European Polar Coordination Office (EPCO), which is hosted and managed by the European Polar Board (EPB) at Umeå University in Sweden. EPCO was born from the EU-PolarNet projects funded through Horizon 2020 and currently coordinates the EU Polar Cluster, a network of EU-funded collaborative polar projects.While the practical details remain to be defined, the decision sends “a clear and positive signal,” said Maria Grigoratou, head of EPCO and executive secretary of EPB. “By reinforcing EPCO, the Commission has an opportunity to build on the legacy of EU-PolarNet 2, strengthen European polar research coordination and expand cooperation with a broader range of Arctic stakeholders,” she told Science|Business.The move has been welcomed by the polar research community. “The polar research hub could play an important role in connecting existing research communities, observation systems and infrastructure, and in bringing scientific knowledge closer to policymaking, in cooperation with local communities and Indigenous people,” said Katrine Moland Hansen, director of operations at Norway’s Nansen Environmental and Remote Sensing Center.But money will be an issue. “It is clear that EPCO will need more resources and structure to function well and to make research reach policymakers,” said Kati Lindström, vice-chair of the Polar Research Committee of the Estonian Academy of Sciences. “European polar research is big if we pool the resources, and it should not only be left to enthusiastic scientists to develop networks of strategic importance in their free time.”The Arctic strategy makes a point of saying that local communities should have a greater involvement in Arctic science. “All EU Arctic research consortia are mandated to invite Indigenous people representatives to participate in projects,” it reads. “The EU also supports research that is directly led by Indigenous communities and address their challenges.”It also underlines the importance of reinforcing collaboration with like-minded partners such as Norway, Iceland, Canada, the UK, Japan and South Korea, as well as deepening its engagement with NATO. This includes the US, with which “the EU is committed to continuing a pragmatic transatlantic engagement based on shared interests and values.”Related articlesViewpoint: Does Europe dare to invest in the Arctic?Anchor Greenlanders in Arctic climate research, experts tell EU ahead of policy updateFor Moland Hansen, this open and inclusive approach to cooperation is encouraging. “The Arctic is also a strong example of why equal participation of associated countries in EU funding instruments matters.”Overall, she finds the new Arctic strategy to be ambitious, timely and comprehensive. “We particularly welcome the recognition that climate change, environmental protection, security, resilience and competitiveness are closely interconnected,” she said. “Research, observations and forecasting capabilities are essential to understanding the rapid changes taking place in the Arctic and addressing these challenges together.”Security focusWhile the Arctic strategy foregrounds security, with pledges to protect undersea cables, boost satellite monitoring, deploy more icebreakers and improve military mobility, the polar community is satisfied that environmental concerns have not been forgotten.“It is inevitable that there is a strong security angle to the EU Arctic strategy, but the impact of climate change and need for climate mitigation and resilience is also strongly recognised and includes a pledge to stay the course on climate commitments,” said Sian Prior, lead advisor to the Clean Arctic Alliance, a coalition of campaigning non-profit organisations.“We need to remember that by the time the next Multiannual Financial Framework comes to an end, in 2034, the polar regions, especially the Arctic region, will be living under a new reality when it comes to ecosystem processes, when it comes to the climate,” Grigoratou went on. “And that will affect any ambition that humans may have in the region.”Lindström agreed. “All aspects of European security are dependent on climate change in the Arctic and consequently, on climate science,” she said. “We cannot close our eyes to issues like energy security, critical minerals, northern shipping routes, dual-use technologies and others. However, it remains to be seen how well the promises to protect the environment and Indigenous rights will hold when faced with critical mineral extraction under the Critical Minerals Act.”
Keeping the trust between patients and health experts as AI tech expands
How do you make decisions when it comes to your health? New research from the Yale School of Public Health and the Edelman Trust Institute points to a widening challenge for health leaders and clinicians.
Leading Employers Back Expansion of Electronic Prior Authorization to Self-Funded Health Plans
More patients and doctors could spend less time navigating faxes, phone calls, and paperwork as leading employers work to expand electronic prior authorization
Siletz Tribe receives $11.7M USDA grant for rural broadband
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded $11.7 million to the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians to expand high‑speed internet access in rural Lincoln County, Ore., the agency announced. The funding comes through USDA Rural Development’s ReConnect Program, which supports broadband deployment in areas that lack reliable service. The project will build a fiber network […]
Chickasaw-owned gaming company expands into Wyoming with racing acquisition
Chickasaw Nation-owned Global Gaming Solutions has expanded into Wyoming with the acquisition of Wyoming Horse Racing. The deal adds 13 Horse Palace gaming and off-track betting venues, more than 1,500 historic horse racing machines and live racing operations at Sweetwater Downs in Rock Springs, Wyo. The company announced the completed acquisition Oct. 20, following Wyoming […]
BTA Sports Expands into Prediction Markets With AI-Powered Analytics
The fourth quarter rollout pairs independent probability modeling with “Ask BTA” to help users assess sports event contractsHORSHAM, Pa., Oct. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BTA Sports, a subscription-based sports analytics and decision-intelligence platform, today announced its expansion into sports prediction markets, bringing the data and insights used by its sports betting subscribers to users evaluating sports event contracts. The offering, available in the fourth quarter as part of Version 2
Integris Health to join national network backed by Kaiser Permanente
Integris Health has signed an agreement to join Risant Health, expanding access to value-based care and resources for Oklahoma patients.
Coushatta Tribe to open second Feather Fuel travel plaza Oct. 30
The Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana will open its second Feather Fuel Travel Plaza Oct. 30 in Iowa, La., expanding its fuel and retail operations. The 14,000‑square‑foot plaza sits on an 11‑acre property at the intersection of Interstate 10 and U.S. Highway 165. In a news release, the tribe said the location is intended to serve […]
Brookshire Brothers opening new location with premier outdoor entertainment venue Nov. 11
Brookshire Brothers will open the doors to its newest Lufkin location at 6 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, bringing an enhanced grocery shopping experience, expanded services and a premier outdoor entertainment
Choctaw Nation opens third small business center in McAlester
The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma has opened a small business center inside the renovated McAlester Public Library, expanding access to workspace, business advising and connections to lenders. The Chahtapreneur Business Center’s 3,500-square-foot McAlester location is the tribe’s third center under the tribe’s purview, joining existing locations in Durant and Idabel, according to a tribal news […]
Arkansas State Fair expands on entertainment
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.- It’s day 6 of the Arkansas State Fair being open, and tonight is ladies’ night. There will be live performances. The sea lions will have two live performances, along with the lumberjacks. After Dj Deja Blue will hit the stage to get everyone warmed up for a night of line dancing. For […]
Arkansas State Fair expands on entertainment
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.- It’s day 6 of the Arkansas State Fair being open, and tonight is ladies’ night. There will be live performances. The sea lions will have two live performances, along …
Arkansas State Fair expands on entertainment
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.- It’s day 6 of the Arkansas State Fair being open, and tonight is ladies’ night. There will be live performances. The sea lions will have two live performances, along with the lumber...
Reno + Sparks Chamber announces Latino Business Council launching in 2027
The Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce announced plans to establish a Latino Business Council on Jan. 4, 2027, to expand services, advocacy and networking opportunities for Latino business owners in Northern Nevada. The new council will work to increase chamber membership among Latino business owners and operators while developing programs that address their business […]
Canada wants to expand its LNG business. Critics raise red flags
As Canada’s LNG exports grow, critics raise concerns over human rights abuses linked to major corporate investors.
Town of Truckee, Tahoe Institute for Natural Science celebrate Bee City USA Designation
TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Town of Truckee has officially earned designation as a Bee City USA affiliate, joining communities across the country working to support pollinators and expand healthy habitat. The designation is the result...
Baidu (BIDU) Expands Its AI Business, but the Core Revenue Recovery Remains Uncertain
Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ:BIDU) is expanding autonomous driving and AI services while its traditional business stays under pressure. That raises a hard valuation question: can the new activities grow fast enough, and profitably enough, to replace what the established business is losing? At roughly 19 times forward earnings, investors pay for that transition to work. They […]
Rural hospital independence depends on making technology count
At Nemaha County Hospital, careful IT spending, faster revenue processes and expanded access to care are central to staying viable without joining a larger health system.
UNC Health CEO Dr. Cristy Page Receives National Leadership Award
Page is recognized for expanding access to care, growing rural residency programs and advancing health system transformation across North Carolina.
OpenAI acquired biotech startup Orchestra Bio to expand its life sciences AI tools
OpenAI will fold Orchestra's team and technology into Rosalind, its AI models and tools for life sciences researchers
National Business Capital Expands to West Coast, Appoints Veteran Investment Banker Eric D. Coonrod to Lead Institutional Partnerships
New California office marks a major milestone in National Business Capital’s continued expansion and investment in
Kansas City’s sports scene is expanding into entertainment with a new film festival and the Chiefs getting behind the camera
Kansas City’s sports scene is expanding into entertainment with a new film festival and the Chiefs getting behind the camera with Full Tilt.
TreviPay Expands Pay by Invoice Availability for Walmart Business Customers
OVERLAND PARK, Kan., October 21, 2026--TreviPay announces the general availability of Pay By Invoice for eligible Walmart Business customers.
Rochester colleges expand mental health workforce training amid shortages
Rochester colleges like Nazareth and St. John Fisher expand mental health training programs to address workforce shortages and improve community access.
APEX FTE EXPO 2026: Stellar Entertainment Brings Cosmo AI and New Digital Tools to Singapore
Stellar Entertainment will showcase Cosmo AI, new digital tools, and expanded media and audio capabilities at APEX FTE EXPO.
Arkansas awards $16 million for trails, sidewalks and pedestrian improvements
The Arkansas Department of Transportation has awarded more than $16.1 million in federal funding for 47 projects across the state, including improvements to sidewalks, walking trails, bicycle routes and recreational...
How Small Pharmacy Expansion Will Impact CVS Health (CVS) Investors
CVS Health has been rolling out smaller pharmacy focused stores, expanding MinuteClinic sites and raising its 2026 revenue and earnings outlook, alongside new efforts in benefit transparency and women’s midlife health research. The push into underserved neighborhoods with compact pharmacies and clinics points to a tighter focus on access, operating efficiency and aligning physical sites with where prescription demand actually shows up. This article examines how CVS Health’s investment...
Carolina Hurricanes Dealt Major Dylan Larkin Trade News Amid Rumors
Per reports from The Detroit Free Press, Dylam Larkin has extended his trade list to 10 NHL teams, expanding on what was a group of three teams. The Dylan Larkin trade saga has been in full swing since the Detroit Red Wings star requested a trade from the organization amid several different rumors. Now, it […] The post Carolina Hurricanes Dealt Major Dylan Larkin Trade News Amid Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.
Jen torches GOP’s ‘vile brand of politics’
MS NOW's Jen Psaki breaks down how Democrats are looking to expand the map while Republicans are falling back on personal attacks.
Healthcare and Life Sciences Leaders Build on NVIDIA to Advance Drug Discovery and Expand Patient Care
NVIDIA today announced collaborations with leading global healthcare and research organizations to advance protein design — including through a newly released open model, RFD4-Proteina — accelerate drug discovery and bring greater precision to cancer care.
UW Health East Madison Hospital expands surgical capacity
MADISON, Wis. — UW Health East Madison Hospital is expanding its facilities to meet growing health care demand in Dane County.
Museum of Science and Industry Begins South Portico Renovation as North Entrance Plans Draw Scrutiny
The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (MSI) on October 13 broke ground on a $22 million renovation to reopen its historic south entrance. The project is part of a broader effort to expand access to the Jackson Park landmark, even as preservation advocates criticize a separate proposal for a massive new north entrance. The...
TTUHSC School of Nursing Expands Access to Maternal and Child Healthcare in Lubbock
The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Nursing celebrated the opening of Grand Expectations Health Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house today.
Augusta gets $305K grant for firefighter mental health, cancer screening
The Augusta Fire Department has secured more than $305,000 to expand mental health support and launch advanced cancer screening for its firefighters.
The Senate map expands (again): From the Politics Desk
Plus, the secretary of state races to watch.
University of Maryland expands key reproductive health program
The school is using more than $16 million in state grant funds over five years to build on previous work that already trained more than 100 clinicians, students and other health professionals in abortion care.
Grounded 2: 100 Reasons to Run in the Rot and Ruin Update
The Rot and Ruin Update expands Grounded 2 with a new area to explore, dangerous creatures to face, another Buggy to saddle up on, and more:
Groundbreaking to expand healthcare options in Folsom
Golden shovels and a lighted Folsom sign highlighted the ceremonial groundbreaking of a new comprehensive care center under construction in Folsom.
Walbridge seals deal to remain downtown and expand into a much larger office
It’s official: Walbridge Group is moving its headquarters — and they’re staying downtown.