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RWJBarnabas Health’s Monmouth Medical Center and Seaview Orthopaedics Partner with Operation Walk USA
Monmouth Medical Center (MMC), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, and Seaview Orthopaedics, a partner practice of RWJBarnabas Health, teamed up to give the gift of mobility to two Jersey Shore residents this holiday season through Operation Walk USA, a nationwide initiative that provides free joint replacement surgeries to uninsured patients in need.
Tala Health Launches With $100M to Transform Patient Care Through AI Collaboration
The funding, led by Sofreh Capital, ranks among the largest early-stage rounds for a healthtech startup this year.
Christmas card for all those who brought us sports in 2025
l'd like to use a column to say Merry Christmas to a ton of folks and save money on all the nice cards and stamps.
Sustained Impact for Pre-Health Students: Fall Semester Highlights
Through advising, programming and hands-on experiences, PPAC continued to support pre-health students with the tools and guidance needed to thrive this fall.
Nintendo News: Spread Nintendo Cheer with the Hits for the Holidays Sale!
’Tis the season, and Nintendo is offering more ways to liven up the celebration with the Hits for the Holidays Sale! From now through 11:59 p.m. PT on Januar...
Certified Incubator Success Stories: Meridian Technology Center North | Small Business University - Oklahoma Department of Commerce
The Small Business University is designed to empower existing small business owners with the skills needed to thrive through classes, workshops and resources.
iPhone Fold’s key display breakthrough may still be in flux, per leak
A new leak indicates a key feature of the iPhone Fold’s display—its crease-free design—is still very much in flux within Apple.
Apple Clings to Samsung as RAM Prices Soar
Apple is significantly increasing its reliance on Samsung for iPhone memory as component prices surge, according to The Korea Economic Daily. Apple is said to be expanding the share of iPhone memory it sources from Samsung due to rapidly rising memory prices. The shift is expected to result in Samsung supplying roughly 60% to 70% of the low-power DRAM used in the iPhone 17, compared with a more even split with SK Hynix in previous generations, with Micron also participating as a smaller supplier.
2025 was a tumultuous year in New Orleans politics
2025 was full of historic events, including a deadly terrorist attack, a snowstorm and hosting Super Bowl LIX. But ironically enough, it was the inability of city government to perform seemingly simple duties, like following through on deals and staying on budget, that revealed the true dysfunction at City Hall.
AMC Entertainment Scores Its Biggest Pre-Christmas Holiday Weekend Since 2021, as More Than 4 Million Moviegoers Visited an AMC or ODEON Cinemas Location From Thursday Through Sunday
LEAWOOD, Kan., December 22, 2025--AMC Entertainment (NYSE: AMC), the largest theatrical exhibitor in the United States and the world, today announced a strong opening-weekend performance for AVATAR: FIRE & ASH at AMC’s U.S. theatres and internationally at ODEON Cinemas. Combined with solid performances from several other new releases and holdover films, AMC enjoyed its best pre-Christmas holiday weekend since 2021, based on attendance and admissions revenue.
My family's holiday budget is smaller than I'd like. Here's how I'm making sure the season is still magical for us.
My family's holiday budget is smaller this year. I'm making sure the season still feels magical through decorations, free events, and homemade gifts.
Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. could reshape entertainment industry
Netflix is making one of the biggest moves in entertainment history. On Dec. 5, the company announced plans to acquire the film and television businesses of Warner Brothers Discovery in a deal valued at roughly $72 billion in equity. If approved, the acquisition would bring together two of the most powerful forces in modern entertainment....
Five big global health wins in 2025 that will save millions of lives
From HIV to TB, scientists and doctors made breakthroughs in treatment and prevention of some of the world’s deadliest diseases
2025 Health Care Delivery Snapshot
In 2025, MSMS advanced physician interests through advocacy, collaboration, and direct support on payer, legal, and regulatory issues. MSMS submitted letters, individually or jointly, to federal and state legislators and regulators on issues including Medicare payment, Medicaid funding, telehealth, physician-owned hospitals, downcoding policies, out-of-network care, substance use disorder home health, ACA premium tax credits, immunizations, and medical student loans. MSMS met...
This cancer-fighting molecule took 50 years to build
MIT scientists have achieved the first-ever lab synthesis of verticillin A, a complex fungal compound discovered in 1970. Its delicate structure stalled chemists for decades, despite differing from related molecules by only two atoms. With the synthesis finally complete, researchers created new variants that showed strong activity against a rare pediatric brain cancer. The breakthrough could unlock an entire class of previously unreachable cancer-fighting molecules.
These 5 Oklahoma politics stories were popular in 2025
Each story we brought you in 2025 is important. However, these five are among the most popular of the year and display the rich breadth of what KOSU offers in Oklahoma political news.
Sports brands and AI: A winning combination
Millions of sports fans are being brought ever closer to the live action from their home screens through the power of agentic and generative AI.
Balancing Water and Wildlife: How Science Guides the State Water Project
As a series of atmospheric rivers bring rain and high elevation snow to communities throughout California, the winter storms are crucial for the State Water Project, helping fill reservoirs and support water deliveries.
I was laid off by Oracle 2 years ago and still can't find a job. I've blown through my savings and now sell antiques to stay afloat.
After being laid off by Oracle, Clair Todd has spent about two years job hunting, reselling antiques, and rethinking her pivot to the tech industry.
Christmas Candlelight Tour in Kirkwood celebrates magical holiday season [photos]
The Christmas season was celebrated in a magical way at the Gnome Countryside's Christmas Candlelight Tour in Kirkwood on Friday through Sunday evenings. Tours featured a bonfire, storytelling, songs, a
The Times' high school sports athletes of the week for Dec. 14-20
Cast your vote for the Beaver County Times' fall high school sports athletes of the week for Dec. 14-20. The poll is open through noon Friday.
December 22, 2025: Rural Health Symposium Opens Registration, Announces Call for Abstracts
The Duke University School of Nursing will convene healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, community leaders, and policymakers for a 1-day symposium dedicated to reducing rural health disparities across North Carolina through […]
Sudanese bloc declares Nairobi roadmap, but is it a civilian breakthrough?
The new bloc's roadmap echoes the Quad plan, but observers say this only splinters civilian forces in Sudan.
One Protein Is a Better Predictor of Heart Disease Than Cholesterol
It's always more complicated.
Colorado businesses push through power outages during holiday season
Many Colorado businesses tried to keep the doors open during the recent power shutoffs despite the drop in foot traffic. Now, they're hoping customers will return in greater numbers ahead of the coming Christmas holiday.
Book examines life purpose, from ancient wisdom to emerging science
In a new book, “Purpose in Life as Ancient but Nascent,” psychology professor Anthony Burrow and colleagues explore purpose through the lens of psychology, philosophy and human development to help readers cultivate a sense of purpose.
Parkinson’s breakthrough changes what we know about dopamine
A new study shows dopamine isn’t the brain’s movement “gas pedal” after all. Instead of setting speed or strength, it quietly enables movement in the background, much like oil in an engine. When scientists manipulated dopamine during movement, nothing changed—but restoring baseline dopamine levels made a big difference. The finding could reshape how Parkinson’s disease is treated.
‘Reason for the Season’ light show this weekend
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — This weekend, Dec. 20 and 21, the Encore Lights Christmas light show located at 806 Hickory Street, (Oak Park) in Vicksburg, will present a new show called “Reason for the Season”. Through the magic of computers, lights, sound, music, and props, you and your family will experience the events that surround […]
Google and Apple are warning some visa employees not to leave the US due to 'significant' return delays of up to a year
The US State Department said it was "prioritizing thoroughly vetting" each visa case, which could cause delays.
Best DFS picks for Ravens vs Patriots in Week 16
Chet Gresham takes us through his favorite picks for FanDuel’s Week 16 DFS matchup between the Ravens and Patriots
Caltech pulls off a trick that scientists thought was impossible
Engineers manage to intertwine several qubits at once, taking the biggest leap yet toward a functional quantum internet.
Campbell County health and food inspections (12/12/25–12/18/25)
GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Consumer Health Services Division of the Wyoming Department of Agriculture conducts inspections of retail food establishments throughout Wyoming (where there is not a local health department that does inspections) to help ensure safety of Wyoming residents. Campbell County establishments are inspected at least once a year by the WDA. All of […]
How AIM taught the internet to chat
On Version History: LOLing, BRBing, and JKing through the early internet.
ASUS GPU Tweak III stable released, fixes NVIDIA driver issues and adds 1% low and 0.1% low metrics
GPU Tweak 3 stable released ASUS GPU Tweak III hit a rough patch in early December, after some users reported the app would not launch once they installed
Science says we’ve been nurturing “gifted” kids all wrong
A major international review has upended long-held ideas about how top performers are made. By analyzing nearly 35,000 elite achievers across science, music, chess, and sports, researchers found that early stars rarely become adult superstars. Most world-class performers developed slowly and explored multiple fields before specializing. The message is clear: talent grows through variety, not narrow focus.
Voice of business: Healthcare shift for businesses in region
I’ve been watching closely as a growing number of our region’s small businesses are making a strategic pivot this December, moving from traditional small-group or individual health insurance plans to health coverage through business associations.
3 markers of health could help with weight-loss strategies, obesity expert reveals
Obesity medicine specialist Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, M.D., author of the new book "Weightless," shared that the best way to determine the suitability of a GLP-1 is through body composition testing.
Georgia Southern alumnus lives on through posthumous work
The December 2025 issue of "Freshwater Science" will feature a special publication dedicated to the late José Sánchez-Ruiz, a former graduate student from Georgia Southern University's Department of Biology. His research on leaf decomposition in the Ogeechee River will be published posthumously, honoring his legacy.
Health officials warn of "toilet rats" following Washington flooding
According to an advisory, floodwaters can displace rodents, sweeping them through sewer systems and occasionally into homes.
Expanding Faith-based Healthcare in Nigeria through the America First Global Health Strategy - United States Department of State
Today, the United States Department of State signed a five-year bilateral health Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Federal Republic of Nigeria to strengthen Nigeria’s health system, with a strong emphasis on promoting Christian faith-based health care providers. Under this MOU, the Department of State, working with Congress, intends to commit nearly $2.1 billion to […]
New street vendor reforms will dramatically increase available licenses
Up to 2,200 new mobile food vending licenses will be made available each year through 2031.
UH: $2M Moore Foundation grant backs new postdoctoral science fellowship
Eleven emerging scientists will soon take on some of Hawaiʻi’s most urgent environmental and scientific challenges through a new University of Hawaiʻi systemwide postdoctoral fellowship program, funded by a $2 million grant from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation.
Jets vs Saints: Five Questions with Canal Street Chronicles
The Jets seek to halt a rough stretch when the visit the New Orleans Saints on Sunday
WCNY's David Lombardo recaps 2025 New York politics
With the calendar year wrapping up and Governor Kathy Hochul filtering through hundreds of bills, let’s take a look back at some of the biggest issues that New York State politics faced this year.
MSU faculty, students earn international honor for wood science innovation
A Mississippi State University research project born in the classroom and expanded through hands-on collaboration is earning international recognition for advancing wood science.
In Cambridge and beyond, scientific community is shaken by MIT professor killing
News of Nuno Loureiro's shocking death has rippled through the ranks of academia, where colleagues say he made strides to advance the field of plasma physics.
The Postman works to survive slower-than-expected holiday season
In its first holiday season without a USPS contract, The Postman post office remains open for business and is able to ship through USPS.
The Best Shooter Games Of 2025 According To Metacritic
Locked and loaded for action, shooter games brought the heat to PC and consoles in 2025.
When your student-loan payment jumps from $86 to $689
David Chatman, 51, said he's going through bankruptcy proceedings because he cannot afford his student-loan payments without the SAVE plan.
Arts and entertainment throughout the region
A listing of local arts and entertainment events.
Arts and entertainment throughout the region
A listing of local arts and entertainment events.
Medtronic announces filing of IPO registration statement for Diabetes business, MiniMed
Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced that its Diabetes business, which as previously announced will operate under the name MiniMed, has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a proposed initial public offering (IPO) of newly issued common stock. The separation is expected to be completed through a series of capital markets transactions, with a preferred path of an IPO and subsequent spl
Titans Sports Network and Overnght Announce Multiyear Partnership
Overnght Media Group and Titans Sports Network have entered a multiyear partnership that will provide Cal State Fullerton students with hands-on experience in live sports production across a wide range of sports, including water polo, football and more. Through this partnership, students will have the opportunity to work alongside Overnght’s production teams, gaining real-world experience […]
The Ten Most Significant Science Stories of 2025, From Medical Breakthroughs to an Interstellar Visitor
All year long, these moments captivated the public, demonstrated dangerous trends, and pushed research and innovation forward
Best Missouri sports betting apps: Top MO sportsbook apps to earn $3,000 in bonus offers, promos
Missouri betting apps are now accepting real-money bets, and this page will guide you through the best sports betting apps currently available in Missouri.
A Somber Mood at Science Meeting as Trump Budget Cuts Continue
News of the breakup of a leading science institution rippled through an annual gathering of Earth, ocean and space scientists. Many say American science is suffering under the Trump administration.
PNW College of Business Alumni Week Strengthens Career Connections and Celebrates Student Confidence
The Purdue Northwest College of Business brought alumni back to classrooms across campus for its annual College of Business Alumni Week, creating opportunities for students to learn directly from business professionals who once sat in their seats.
These Bexar County businesses were affected by layoffs in 2025
Layoffs affected numerous companies in Bexar County throughout 2025, with hundreds of people losing their jobs.
Business Networking That Pays Off Takes A Commitment
Trying to create business contacts cold can be done — but it's tough. Creating connections through business networking is the easier way.
Why quantum computers have memory problems over time
A team of Australian and international scientists has, for the first time, created a full picture of how errors unfold over time inside a quantum computer—a breakthrough that could help make future ...
Students test their own STEM questions at the Windom Science Fair
The Southwest High School Robotics Team mentored 3rd through 5th graders on original science projects.
Student found community, and a future in research through hockey and science
Hockey immersed Essix Moser in Kennesaw State University’s community. Neuroscience research showed him his future.
Evaluation of WHO’s coordination in health emergencies helps guide humanitarian reforms
The recent evaluation of the Global Health Cluster sheds new light on how WHO, in its unique role as the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) Cluster Lead Agency (CLA) for health, coordinates life-saving health responses in humanitarian crises. It highlights how WHO works through partnerships to reach the most vulnerable crisis-affected populations and strengthen collective action in increasingly complex emergencies. Serving both learning and accountability purposes, the evaluation provided timely and actionable recommendations that are helping to strategically position WHO during the ongoing IASC Humanitarian Reset and the broader UN 2.0 reforms, where prioritization and new ways of working are taking shape. The evaluation was conducted between 2024 and 2025, at a time when humanitarian action funding was plummeting by more than 50%, triggering the launch of the IASC Humanitarian Reset. While restructuring and prioritization across the humanitarian landscape were underway, the evaluation, through iterative feedback loops, shared emerging findings that helped identify the most crucial coordination functions needed. This was especially important at a time when humanitarian needs and health risks due to armed conflict and natural hazards were increasing, while the capacity of health partners to support Member States to equitably reach all populations affected by crises and deliver response was at risk. The evaluation found that the Global Health Cluster (GHC) remains a highly relevant mechanism for strengthening health coordination in crises and has delivered efficiently despite limited resources. It noted strong collaboration with partners and highlighted opportunities to deepen integration within WHO structures and further enhance inter-cluster cooperation. The evaluation also identified areas where greater emphasis on transition planning, national coordination capacity and linkages between humanitarian response and health system strengthening would bring added value. While the GHC has achieved many of its strategic objectives, improvements in monitoring systems would help better demonstrate collective impact. The recommendations will help strengthen the IASC CLA coordination function across WHO, at all levels, and with all partners. It is noted that going forward WHO needs to continue to support capacity to fulfil coordination functions, in line with the IASC Humanitarian Reset whilst ensuring collective prioritization of health cluster action and quality coverage of the health response. The evaluation will help WHO strengthen locally-led action, national ownership and leadership of the sector, and linkages between health system strengthening activities. Additionally, the evaluation evidence will be used to optimize resource mobilization for the GHC and strengthen WHO’s capacity to deliver, plan for and monitor and evaluate results across the Organization. Read the evaluation Global Health Cluster https://healthcluster.who.int/ WHO’s work in health emergencies https://www.who.int/emergencies/overview
Google's new invite-only AI tool emails you morning briefings based on your Gmail, Calendar, and Drive. I tried it.
Google Labs debuted its new productivity tool, CC, which generates morning briefings using AI. It was great for sifting through my spam folder.
Delaware small businesses saw $14M through this federal program
Mum Mum Meka’s Training Academy owner Tameka Stanford-Daniels received a loan through the program that allowed her to sustain her child care center.
Trump in the White House: is it time to call it corruption?
Jonathan Freedland is joined by the anthropologist Prof Janine Wedel, as they wade through the most egregious allegations of corruption from Trump’s first year in office
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.
Jets-Saints Preview
NEW ORLEANS (AP) The New Orleans Saints and New York Jets have gone through major staff and roster changes in the past year, the result being seven victories between them 15 weeks into the season.
The Burning Landscape That Explains India’s Coal Addiction
A journey through Jharkhand reveals why coal remains embedded in the nation’s economy, politics and daily life — and what it would take to break free.
Rotary Lights expanded entertainment schedule may become permanent
For the first time, Rotary Lights is offering live entertainment throughout the weekend inside their Ice Castle.
Steam Winter Sale discounts Clair Obscur, Silent Hill f and more
Valve is running a Steam Winter Sale from December 18, 2025, through January 5, 2026, with discounts on hit games.
NBAA PDP Course: SMS for Business Aviation
This one-day course, held in partnership with the Northern California Business Aviation Association and hosted by Atlantic Aviation, will provide a thorough review of safety management systems.
Cornerstone University Launches Two In-Demand Business Degrees Through SOAR™
Cornerstone University launches two SOAR™ business degrees with flexible learning and 50% less tuition to help adults and employers grow workforce-ready talent.
Amazon Expands Business Prime With New Benefits For Small Businesses
(RTTNews) - Amazon (AMZN) on Thursday said that Amazon Business has enhanced its Business Prime membership by adding new benefits through partnerships with Intuit QuickBooks, CrowdStrike, and Gusto, aimed at helping small and midsize businesses save time and money.
STEM Center launches free, open-source science curriculum for Missouri middle schools
The Kummer Center for STEM Education at Missouri S&T is now offering a free, open-source science curriculum for sixth- through eighth-grade educators across Missouri. The curriculum project began with the STEM Center’s first Rigorous Curriculum Cohort in 2022, when middle school teachers from
Say Goodbye To These 17 Products Apple Discontinued In 2025
As you'd expect, Apple's had a handful of new devices throughout 2025. Here's everything it stopped selling this year, and what the company replaced it with.
Advancing health equity for people on the move
On International Migrants Day, WHO celebrates the contributions of 304 million international migrants and calls for health equity for people on the move. This year’s theme, “My Great Story: Cultures and Development”, underscores that refugee and migrant health is a right, essential for resilience and thriving communities. WHO works with Member States and partners to build inclusive, culturally sensitive health systems, guided by its Global Action Plan on Refugee and Migrant Health. Recent initiatives include the WHO Dashboard on global experiences, leadership training through the Health and Migration School, and free competency courses for health workers. WHO urges continued action to remove barriers, invest in migrant-sensitive systems, and achieve health for all.
Americans Facing Soaring Health Insurance Costs May Get a Lifeline in 2026, Experts Say
By Amina Niasse and Ahmed Aboulenein NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, Dec 18 (Reuters) - Americans facing skyrocketing Obamacare health insurance premiums could still get a break from expanded government subsidies in 2026 through retroactive legislation and possibly a special enrollment period, investors,
NYC’s viral grocery store founder breaks silence: ‘I’m an active target’ — and it’s good for business
From $27 beef salads to $700 caviar, this New York City grocery store became a cultural flashpoint through social media buzz, proving controversy boosts business.
My husband's stress around saving for retirement is exhausting. I know we'll be fine — how do I get through to him?
"For Love & Money" answers your relationship and money questions. This week, a reader struggles with her husband's stress about saving for retirement.
Trump tests the First Amendment: A timeline
Within weeks of retaking the White House, President Donald Trump boasted that he had “brought free speech back to America.” But since then, he has tested the limits of the First Amendment time and again.
Millions of Californians to see health care premiums soar as federal subsidies set to expire
If the enhanced health care tax credits do expire as expected, insurance costs are expected to double, on average, for about 22 million people who get their coverage through the Affordable Care Act.
JWST Confirms: First Runaway Supermassive Black Hole Tearing Through Space
At a jaw-dropping 954 kilometers per second.
Science Hill senior gains real-world engineering experience through work-based program
A Science Hill High School senior, Julia Fulk, is gaining invaluable hands-on experience in a STEM career before even graduating.
LinkedIn ‘Wrapped’ is reminding people just how crummy the job market is
It’s been a rough year for job seekers.
Scientists spent 10 years chasing a particle that wasn’t there
After a decade of painstaking measurements, scientists have delivered a major plot twist in particle physics: a long-hypothesized “mystery particle” likely doesn’t exist. Using the MicroBooNE experiment at Fermilab, researchers analyzed neutrinos from two powerful beams and found no evidence for a sterile neutrino, ruling it out with 95% certainty.
ChatGPT's Apple Music Integration Is Now Live
There's now a dedicated Apple Music app for ChatGPT, which allows ChatGPT to make music recommendations and build playlists based on your Apple Music listening history. Apple Music can be added to ChatGPT through the Settings section in the Mac app, website, or iOS app. Apple Music is listed under the apps option, and connecting to it requires signing in with your Apple Account for authorization purposes.
How Eliott Rodriguez brought South Florida's biggest sports moments to local viewers
From championship parades and late-night title celebrations, Eliott Rodriguez has long been a hyperlocal presence at the center of South Florida sports history.
House passes GOP health bill without subsidies
The vote all but assures that out-of-pocket premiums will more than double for roughly 20 million ACA enrollees.
Midlands families face healthcare uncertainty as Cigna, Lexington Health split
Midlands families insured through Cigna are facing new uncertainty about their healthcare after an announcement that Cigna will no longer cover care at Lexington Health the same way.
Advocates cheer Hochul's support for 'Medical Aid in Dying Act'
Scott Barraco's fight began when he saw the horror that his partner went through while she battled cancer.
Specialties Honor Roll: Entertainment Law
From Hollywood to Madison Avenue to the ballpark, entertainment, media and sports law requires a mix of creativity, business sense, and legal skill. These 10 law schools prepare students for careers in the field through hands-on clinics, industry-focused coursework and strong professional networks, earning an A+, A and A- in our annual honor roll. (A+) […]
From Television Host To Media Mogul: How Scott Evans Is Expanding His Entertainment Empire
After years of dominating within the entertainment industry as an in-demand, beloved, and lauded Emmy-nominated television host, he has made shockwaves with his own brand and Webby-award-winning and self-funded show, ‘House Guest’ hosted on YouTube. His success lies in his infectious, warm personality and effortless ability to connect deeply with people, especially celebrities, through his show, ‘House Guest.’ The show filmed at his home with a small but mighty production crew, and curates an intimate environment that fosters authentic, genuine conversations, which typically go viral.
Schmidt Gives Keynote Address for Political Trust Conference
Professor Vivien Ann Schmidt gave the opening keynote address, titled Political Trust and Legitimacy in the Age of Populism, for the Political Trust conference, organized by CEVIPOF at the French Political Science School at Sciences Po in Paris on December 5, 2025. This year’s conference, named Political Trust: A Challenge for Democracies, brought together researchers from…
Apple Releases First iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 Public Betas
Apple today provided beta testers with the first releases of upcoming iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2, and watchOS 26.2 updates for testing purposes. The public betas come a couple of days after Apple provided the betas to developers. Anyone can download and install public betas, and all that's required is to sign up on Apple's beta site. Once you've opted in, the software can be downloaded through the Software Update section in the Settings app on each device.
WATCH: Doctor-lawmaker blames Obamacare for driving health costs higher
House Republicans unveil healthcare bill promising to cut premiums by 11-12% through association health plans and transparency measures for all Americans, among other initiatives.
MIT-Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub convenes leaders to advance pediatric health
At the 2025 MIT-Hood Pediatric Innovation event, more than 100 leaders from academia, hospitals, and industry gathered at Boston’s Museum of Science to confront the challenges facing pediatric medicine — and to explore new, collaborative models for turning breakthroughs into better care for children.
Chicago Bears announce Stewarts’ Cheesecakes as final 2025 Small Business All-Pros Winner, presented by PNC
The Chicago Bears are proud to announce Stewarts’ Cheesecakes as the fourth and final recipient of the 2025 Small Business All-Pros presented by PNC. From Dec. 17 through Jan. 12, the family-owned bakery will receive Chicago Bears led promotion across the
A new era for sports communication at UNC Hussman | UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media
As director of UNC Hussman’s Sports Communication Focus Program, Distinguished Associate Professor of Sports Communication Livis Freeman is building on the work of the school’s legendary Distinguished Professor for Sports Communication John Sweeney. Sweeney, who retired last year, developed one of the most respected sports communication programs in the country. Freeman, now in his 12th year at the school, is launching an ambitious expansion of the program that is transforming how UNC prepares students for careers in sports media. The most visible change came this fall with a reimagining of “MEJO 377: Sports Communication.” Previously offered as two sections with 30 students each, the course expanded to 96 students and welcomed former UNC basketball star and NBA veteran Tyler Hansbrough as the co-instructor with Freeman, bringing real world professional experience directly into the classroom every week. The course has been a huge success. Students have participated in recording a podcast with Hansbrough and learned from an impressive lineup of guest speakers. Steve Kirschner, UNC’s senior associate director of athletics for communications, was the first in the course’s guest speaker series, followed by UNC Hussman alumni including Kaitlyn Schmidt ’23 from Bleacher Report, Deaton Bell ’90 from Turner Sports and Becca Royer ’19 from the Philadelphia 76ers. Travis Tygart, CEO of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, also shared his insights with the class. The highlight of the semester came when Roy Williams, who coached Hansbrough and the Tar Heels to a national championship in 2009, visited the classroom. Former UNC men’s basketball players Luke Maye and Marcus Ginyard showed up to support their former coach and Hansbrough, creating an unforgettable experience as Williams entertained students with stories and insights that captivated the room. Student demand has been overwhelming. The course reached capacity within two days of registration opening, with more than 40 students on the waitlist. “Students want to learn from people who have actually lived these experiences,” Freeman said. “Tyler shares insights into media relations, broadcast production and athlete communications that you simply can’t get from a textbook.” The model proved so successful that the school secured funding to continue it for the next five years, with a different former professional athlete co-teaching each fall. The school’s curriculum committee approved a proposal to expand the course to 150 to 200 students starting in fall 2026. This change will make it an introductory course accessible to students from across the University, transforming it into a showcase course for the entire campus. The course redesign represents just one piece of a broader sports communication program overhaul. This fall, the curriculum committee approved “MEJO 390: Sports Play by Play,” the first course of its kind at UNC. Limited to 10 advanced students, the course will be taught by Matt Krause, the current voice of UNC women’s basketball and an ACC Network broadcaster. Students will call actual games across multiple sports including women’s softball, soccer, volleyball, field hockey and lacrosse, as well as men’s soccer and lacrosse. They will also shadow broadcasts of men’s and women’s basketball games. “The sports broadcasting industry is exploding with streaming platforms and conference networks creating unprecedented demand,” Freeman said. The course emerged directly from student advocacy, led by Anna Laible ’26 and others who pushed for hands-on broadcasting experience. Professional equipment has been acquired, partnerships with UNC Athletics are in place and a soft launch began this semester with three experienced students calling games to test the system. The program’s growth extends into other specialized areas as well. Last spring, Stembler Professor Charlie Tuggle launched a new sports event management and hospitality course in partnership with On Location, a company that manages major sporting event experiences. The course provided students with opportunities to travel to the Super Bowl and NFL Draft, and Tuggle plans to take a group to the 2026 Milan Olympics this spring. Looking ahead to spring 2026, Associate Professor Ryan Thornburg will debut a sports data visualization course, adding another dimension to the program’s skill-building offerings. The curriculum expansion reflects the increasingly diverse career paths available in sports media, from traditional journalism and broadcasting to digital analytics and strategic communication. The program is also diving into one of college athletics’ most transformative developments: Name, Image and Likeness rights. Freeman’s “MEJO 466: Sports Marketing” class collaborated last spring with Associate Professor Gary Kayye’s “MEJO 371: Advertising Creative” class on a project with UNC’s Carolina NIL group to help rebrand their organization. That same semester, Kayye’s class envisioned Chapel Thrill, UNC football’s new pregame concert and entertainment experience. And Shaun Anderson, the school’s Knight Chair in Sports, Race and Media, continues to explore the broader implications of NIL through his research and teaching. These NIL-focused initiatives give students direct exposure to the business side of college athletics at a moment when the landscape is rapidly evolving. “Our students aren’t just learning about these changes,” Freeman said. “They’re actively helping shape how schools and athletes navigate them.” The transformation of UNC Hussman’s sports communication program reflects a broader philosophy about how to prepare students for careers in a rapidly changing industry. By bringing in professional practitioners like Hansbrough and Krause, partnering with industry leaders like On Location and ACC Network, and engaging with current issues like NIL, the program ensures students graduate with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. For alumni who remember the foundations John Sweeney built, the expansion represents an evolution rather than a departure. The program still emphasizes strong reporting, strategic communication, ethical communication and critical thinking. But now it also offers students the chance to call live games, work on real NIL campaigns and learn directly from former professional athletes. “We’re not just teaching students about sports media,” Freeman said. “We’re giving them the tools, experiences and connections to actually build careers in it.” With new courses launching, professional partnerships deepening and enrollment expanding, UNC Hussman’s sports communication program is positioning itself as a national leader in preparing the next generation of sports media professionals. For current students, the message is clear: if you’re interested in sports communication, there’s never been a better time to be at UNC Hussman. And for the hundreds of students trying to get off waitlists and into these new courses, the school is working to create more opportunities. The program John Sweeney built is growing in ways that honor his legacy while meeting the demands of a new era in sports media.