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School IB business management class: European alternatives to Visa and Mastercard ‘urgently’ needed, says banking chief
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Spurs Sports & Entertainment hires James Suh as CFO.
The Toronto native formerly worked for the NHL's Florida Panthers and Toronto Maple Leafs.
Micah Bob Finds His Foundation in Materials Science
UC Davis materials science and engineering student Micah Bob studies sustainable cement alternatives to reduce carbon emissions. As graduation approaches, he reflects on the transformative course, research experiences and campus life — including MASC and Video Game Orchestra — that shaped his journey.
Scientists Just Figured Out How to Make Aluminum More Valuable Than Gold
Precious metals like palladium and platinum are often used as chemical catalysts, but true to their name, they’re expensive to source. Scientists may have just found a cheaper alternative.
Drop Zone entertainment complex with golf bays, pickleball courts to open April 1
Kearney residents who have long driven to Lincoln or Omaha for certain entertainment options will soon have a new local alternative.Drop Zone, a new entertainme
Pennsylvania researchers, parents help shape autism science as founders of new independent committee
Founders of the new Independent Autism Coordinating Committee say they will act as an alternative body to a federal advisory group under RFK Jr.
RFK Jr.’s department is revealing its thoughts about women's health
A conference in Washington this week showcases mainstream and alternative health practices, a teen beauty queen and scientists.
NH's Harvey among top-3 finalists for Patty Kazmaier award
New Hampshire native and University of Wisconsin defenseman Caroline Harvey was announced on Wednesday as a top-three finalist for the Patty Kazmaier Memorial Award.
WSU inspires native youth to see themselves in health careers
Little Birds program introduces elementary schoolers to healthcare fields to encourage early interest in becoming doctors, nurses and pharmacists.
Scientists may have found a pill for sleep apnea
A European clinical trial found that the drug sulthiame significantly reduced breathing interruptions in people with moderate to severe sleep apnea. Patients taking higher doses experienced up to 47% fewer pauses in breathing and improved oxygen levels during sleep. The drug helps stabilize breathing signals in the brain, reducing airway collapse. Scientists say the findings could pave the way for a pill-based alternative to CPAP machines.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Roanoke native shares experience as executive producer of “Comics Unleashed”
Roanoke native Dylan King is an executive producer of CBS late-night comedy show Comics Unleashed.
Mental health solutions for the digital age
Ask the digital natives of Gen Z about the source of their biggest mental health challenges, and most will say social media and AI.Several of the nearly 400 guests at the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit, presented by the Friends of Semel Teen Advisory Council at UCLA on March 8, explicitly named the endless stream of content on their phones as serious stressors. “Everybody is addicted to (Tik Tok) as if they were addicted to substances,” said Jantin Asmar, 17, a senior at Virtual Academy in Antelope Valley. “We’re always chasing that dopamine. We’re expecting that dopamine rush and it’s really decaying our interactions with others.” High school student Jantin Asmar was among nearly 400 people who attended the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) Even young teens feel pressure to be on social media constantly, both to consume content and collect “likes,” said 13-year-olds Chloe and Sophia, both students at Brentwood School. “Everyone’s always on, and you miss stuff if you’re not on it,” Chloe said, adding that social media’s emphasis on appearances is leading to eating disorders: “That’s a big thing for our generation.”The incessant influx of images and updates creates expectations that “weigh teenagers down,” said Linda Kou, 16, a junior at San Gabriel High School.Even though digital spaces allow people to connect with others beyond their immediate surroundings, it doesn’t always translate to real-life community, said Kelah Morgan, 17, a senior at Animo South Los Angeles Charter High School. High school students Kelah Morgan, left, and Linda Kou, shared about the challenges presented by social media. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) “Even if you see people saying that they relate to you online, it might be hard to find people in your personal life who you see every day who you feel comfortable enough to say, ‘You see me online, but this is me in real life and what I’m actually going through,’” she said.Solutions for our digital timesThe Gen Z Wellness Summit was intentionally designed as a free, in-person gathering where young people interested in mental health from across the southland could meet in person. “Peer support is the most important element of maintaining our mental health in community,” said Helena Hansen, MD, PhD, director of UCLA’s Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior.Keynote speakers at the summit addressed AI, social connection and self-empowerment, while breakout sessions included discussions about eating disorders, dating, substance use, phone detox and breathwork. Here are some of the day’s top takeaways:Beware of FOPO: Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD, a psychology professor at Columbia University, said that rather than FOMO, or fear of missing out, we ought to be more aware of FOPO: fear of people’s opinions. “Just think about how much your FOPO might be holding you back in your life,” Dr. Kaufman said. “And just that inner contemplation should be enough for you to change your life, because there’s so many things we don’t go after because we have debilitating FOPO.”We don’t need to feel like we’re the best – or what he called “narcissistic self-esteem” – but it’s helpful to acknowledge our own worth, recognize our good qualities and develop self-belief in the skills and talents we’ve cultivated. When we have that – dignity and self-respect, without needing everyone to like us – FOPO is less of a concern.Self-reflection is most effective in community: “When we try to self-reflect alone, we sometimes ruminate,” said Ira Bedzow, PhD, executive director of the Emory University Purpose Project. “But when we self-reflect with people that we trust … (it) allows us to hold ourselves accountable to different ways of seeing and different ways of hearing and different ways of being.”Opening up about our experiences and listening to others are skills we can develop, Dr. Bedzow said.He invited students to participate in what he called a “fishbowl exercise,” where four students sat in a small circle, surrounded by a dozen or so students forming a larger circle. Those in the inner circle answered such questions as: “What stops you from being you today?” and “What helps you feel most like you?”Within minutes, the group in the small circle (the fishbowl), were sharing intimately about their life challenges as those in the outer circle nodded in understanding.After the exercise, one participant said, “I felt like I wasn’t alone, that it wasn’t just me who feels that way.”Another remarked on how “personal” it felt to share face-to-face with others, even strangers.Don’t let AI crush your creativity: Theoretical neuroscientist Vivienne Ming, PhD, has been studying artificial intelligence for more than 20 years. And while she said “it’s reasonable to be concerned” about the fast-growing technology, it can also help humans become better problem-solvers when used strategically.“The smartest thing on the planet today are humans and machines working together creatively,” Dr. Ming said. “What gets more valuable in humans as machines get smarter? Our ability to explore the unknown.“Your unique voice is literally your value to the world … but most of us for most of our lives have been taught to not be unique,” she continued. “Be your own person. Celebrate being different. It is genuinely, measurably, truly valuable.”In a breakout session called “Phone Detox? IYKYK: Living Your Story IRL” led by Don Grant, PhD, students shared their frustrations with AI compromising academic work, art and creativity.“Art is a translation of human experience,” one participant said. “When people use AI, they diminish their own human experience.”Dr. Grant urged them, as “the last generation to remember a world before AI,” to remember the power of imagination and creativity – and to act on it.Remember that social media distorts perceptions: Stuart B. Murray, PhD, PsyD, who directs the Eating Disorders Program and Translational Research in Eating Disorders Program at UCLA, asked the students in his breakout session to take a spontaneous selfie and edit it to conform with society’s beauty standards. All 20 girls in the room immediately got to work, thickening their hair, slimming their faces, plumping their lips.“The pressure to look like what we present on social media can be crippling,” Dr. Murray said. “We now know that social media use is part of a causal pathway into an eating disorder.”Adolescents and young adults are most at risk of developing an eating disorder, he said, with one in three students on college campuses exhibiting clinically meaningful eating-disorder symptoms. More than 4 million people in California will have an eating disorder in their lifetime.Even for those who don’t develop anorexia or bulimia, the ubiquity of modified images online distorts what we consider normal, making us feel worse about ourselves. Remembering that, he and other speakers said, might inspire us to log off occasionally and spend time in the real world with people who love us as we are.
Traditional Pacific navigators bring the intricate science of wayfinding to the Bay Area
Organized by Sophia Perez, Indigenous Technology Coordinator for the Berkeley Center for New Media, a weeklong series of public workshops beginning March 9 will feature master navigators teaching everything from traditional canoe technology to ancient star-mapping.
Travis Etienne signing with Saints: New Orleans acquires former Jaguars first-round pick
A Louisiana native, Etienne will get a chance to play for his hometown team
Taylor Kinney sells Providence Township home for $755K
Neffsville native and “Chicago Fire” star Taylor Kinney has sold his home in southern Lancaster County.
R&B star singer drops off concert tour due to serious health condition
This Chicago native and R&B crooner will not join B2K and other artists on 28 city tour.
Sports energy drink debuts at the Arnold after family’s loss
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A Columbus native and Air Force veteran is turning his grief into grit. He created a performance-focused energy drink that he debuted this weekend at the Arnold Sports…
'It was a deal': Bellingham native buys Pacific Science Center's stegosaurus head for thousands
A Bellingham native invests in the Pacific Science Center's stegosaurus head as the dinosaur exhibit faces closure and disrepair.
Fresh Faces on the Forty: Freshman S Yahiem Riley
Yahiem Riley, Austin native, leads this edition of "Fresh Faces on the Forty". The developmental safety following in former Longhorn's footsteps.
Ready to cut the cord on cable? Discover entertainment alternatives to traditional cable TV, March 16 and 18
At one time, cable TV was king.
Sen. Markwayne Mullin is a member of which Native American tribe?
Sen. Markwayne Mullin is set to be the next DHS secretary, replacing Kristi Noem. He would be the first Native American to lead that federal agency.
Native-led health research company bridges medical gaps
Missouri Breaks Industries Research is changing the narrative on reservations in South Dakota and North Dakota.
El Paso's Julian Kalel hits 'American Idol' top 30, sings up mental health awareness
Julian Kalel is having a big moment on “American Idol” — and he’s making sure it’s about more than just hitting the right notes.The El Paso native has officiall
Is spring training becoming too expensive?
This was originally going to be an article titled, “Why spring training is dead to me”. I was going to discuss the reasons why I’ve basically given up on attending spring training games. One of the main factors was simply the cost, and there’s the general perception that it’s no longer a cheap alternative to […]
I flew to Dubai for my birthday, got stranded after US strikes on Iran
Shanice Day, a Houston native, faces challenges returning from Dubai after a US-Israel strike on Iran disrupted her birthday trip plans.
The iPad Pro Has Its First Worthy Android Replacement
Honor’s brand-new MagicPad 4 may turn out to be the best alternative to Apple’s M5 iPad Pro: Here’s what this Android flagship tablet can offer.
Burcum: Target Medicaid fraud, not innocent people’s health care
"Medicaid serves a highly vulnerable population with few alternatives for coverage," columnist Jill Burcum writes.
10 Years of Building Business Dreams for Indigenous Women
Women travel from tribal communities across Arizona and the Southwest carrying business plans, lived experience and ambition. Project DreamCatcher is a free, culturally grounded business education pro...
From a Conversation to an Economic Boom
In the Fall of 2018 Greenville native and writer, Julia Reed, called me from New Orleans. She had run into the producers of the hit Netflix food and travel show “Somebody Feed Phil”. They were interested in shooting an episode in the Delta and she was helping them location scout. In 2019 they did come […]
Ireland’s native goats date back to Bronze Age
With their massive horns and furry bodies, old Irish goats are the real GOAT.
MasterClass Launches MasterClass Executive, the First AI-Native Business School Experience
MasterClass, the personalized learning platform unlocking human potential with the world's best, today launched MasterClass Executive, the first business school experience for the AI era, built with the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and with collaboration from OpenAI.
Melvin Robert Shines in KTLA Spotlight as Morning News Entertainment Anchor
Ever since Melvin Robert joined KTLA’s “Morning Show,” he has lit up the show with an incandescent smile and effervescent charm as he delivers entertainment hot topics. The Inglewood native replaced Sam Rubin last year when the iconic news personality suddenly died.
Windows 11 KB5077241 update improves BitLocker, adds Sysmon tool
Microsoft has released the KB5077241 optional cumulative update for Windows 11, which comes with 29 changes, including improvements to BitLocker, a new network speed test tool, and native System Monitor (Sysmon) functionality.
Ex-Apple team launches Acme Weather, a new take on weather forecasting
The team that sold their last app Dark Sky to Apple are back with Acme Weather, which offers alternative forecasts, rainbow and sunset alerts, and more.
New off-Broadway show stars Elizabethtown native, viral TikTok husband-and-wife dancers
Perhaps you're not in love with your job, or your relationship is feeling a little rocky.
AI bolsters breast radiologists’ cancer detection rate, real world study finds
The study spanned fourt sites and included 9 highly experienced breast radiologists reading over 100,000 DBT exams.
Pecans found to improve cholesterol and boost heart health
A sweeping new scientific review suggests that pecans — America’s native nut — may pack more heart power than many people realize. After analyzing over 20 years of research, scientists found consistent evidence that eating pecans can improve key markers of cardiovascular health, including total cholesterol and “bad” LDL cholesterol, while also supporting antioxidant defenses.
Pecans found to improve cholesterol and boost heart health
A sweeping new scientific review suggests that pecans — America’s native nut — may pack more heart power than many people realize. After analyzing over 20 years of research, scientists found consistent evidence that eating pecans can improve key markers of cardiovascular health, including total cholesterol and “bad” LDL cholesterol, while also supporting antioxidant defenses.
LCMC Health’s Heart Valve Program is advancing a new era of cardiac innovation for the region
Open-heart surgery has long been the primary approach for heart valve replacement. Today, however, breakthrough catheter-based technologies offer patients minimally invasive alternatives to traditional surgery. LCMC Health’s Heart Valve Program
Creve Coeur Science Center conducts controlled fire to prairie
A controlled fire on Saturday afternoon shows how it can restore the native habitat of a prairie.
Suspended Napa County deputy who shared nude images of wife taken without her knowledge requests mental health diversion
Napa County sheriff’s Deputy James Fotherby is requesting mental health treatment as an alternative to potential jail time.
Trump lashes out at justices, announces new 10% global tariff
Trump told reporters that his administration will impose new tariffs by using alternative legal means.
Kavanaugh rips Supreme Court majority's ‘illogical’ line on tariffs
Justice Kavanaugh calls Supreme Court's decision striking down Trump's emergency tariffs "illogical" and offers roadmap for alternative approaches.
Inside Binghamton native's vision for new downtown entertainment venue
A new entertainment venue is planned for downtown Binghamton. Here's how the owner hopes to promote all types of art forms.
Cherokee Film to host industry panel at South by Southwest 2026
Cherokee Film is amplifying Native voices on one of the entertainment industry’s most influential stages by hosting a featured panel at South by Southwest 2026, focused on Indigenous storytelling, representation
Singapore Alternative Lending Business Market Report 2026-2029: BNPL and Embedded Finance Market Intensifies as Atome, Grab PayLater and Shopee SPayLater Compete with Bank-Led Instalment Expansion
Key market opportunities in Singapore's alternative lending include BNPL standardization favoring accredited providers, embedding SME credit within digital ecosystems, tightening digital acquisition standards, and expanding private credit funding pathways. These shifts could enhance regulatory compliance, market reach, and investment potential. Singaporean Alternative Lending Market Singaporean Alternative Lending Market Dublin, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Singapore Alternative Lendin
Care home for seniors brings alternative to home health care while tackling loneliness
Vermont has a housing crisis for seniors trying to age in place.
A startup called Germ becomes the first private messenger that launches directly from Bluesky's app
Social network Bluesky now offers private messaging by integrating the startup Germ's E2E encrypted messenger natively in its app.
Top science convention catches heat over dancing routines and ‘woke’ workshops
The ‘Outnumbered’ panel discusses the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and its recent convention that ignited controversy over its ‘woke’ workshops, pronoun stickers and Native American dance routines.
Mastodon, a decentralized alternative to X, plans to target creators with new features
Mastodon is looking to grow its open source, decentralized social network with new features aimed at creators.
Vanderbilt Health remembers C. Leon Partain, former chair of Radiology
Clarence Leon Partain, MD, PhD, professor emeritus of Radiology and Radiological Sciences, whose work in nuclear medicine and magnetic resonance imaging helped shape the field of academic radiology, died Jan. 28 in Brentwood, Tennessee. He was 85. After beginning his career as a nuclear engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and as faculty at the University of Missouri and the University of North Carolina, Dr. Partain joined the ranks at Vanderbilt Radiology in 1980 and was promoted to professor in 1984. He later became the first Carol D. and Henry P. Pendergrass Professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences and chair of the department (1992-2000), and subsequently the director of the Center for Imaging Research. Shortly after arriving in Nashville, Dr. Partain began to lead Vanderbilt Radiology’s nuclear medicine division. He remained in this role until he was named the department chair. Dr. Partain specialized in multiple fields, including nuclear medicine, magnetic resonance imaging and positron emission tomography. Following his time as chair, Dr. Partain shifted his focus to research and spent time working clinically with radiology’s chest imaging section. In 2015, he retired and was honored for his years of service and named as emeritus faculty. Dr. Partain also held an appointment as professor of Biomedical Engineering. A Tennessee native, Dr. Partain was born in Memphis and later graduated from high school in Clarksville. He then received his BS in nuclear engineering from the University of Tennessee, his MS and PhD in nuclear engineering from Purdue University and his MD from Washington University. He completed his residency training in diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine at the University of North Carolina. Dr. Partain was clinically trained and certified in diagnostic radiology and nuclear radiology by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) and the American Board of Nuclear Medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Partain contributed to the growth of Vanderbilt Radiology and received many academic and research accolades across the specialty through various associations. During his time leading the department, clinical studies increased from 180,000 to 260,000 cases per year, emerging technological imaging equipment expanded the department’s capabilities, and units for angiography and fluoroscopy were added to the tool kit. The department also expanded its footprint with outpatient imaging in Nashville, Bedford County and more. Research continued to expand with continued growth in scientific findings and millions in grant funding for radiopharmaceuticals, functional MRI, nuclear medicine, X-ray, ultrasound and more. Dr. Partain is celebrated for being instrumental in bringing the first MRI and PET/CT machines to the Medical Center. His efforts helped build Vanderbilt Radiology’s prestige in the world of academics and research both nationally and internationally. His society affiliations included the American College of Radiology, the American College of Nuclear Medicine, and the International Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM). He served as president of the Radiological Research Alliance of the Association of Academic Radiologists and has held executive roles as a member of many radiological society boards. Dr. Partain was editor-in-chief of the Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging from 2000 to 2013 and a member of the editorial boards of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, the American Journal of Roentgenology, Academic Radiology, the Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Investigative Radiology. He has authored/co-authored/edited six textbooks, including one of the first comprehensive textbooks on MRI, “Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Imaging.” Dr. Partain has also authored/co-authored/edited approximately 100-plus book chapters and 200-plus journal articles. In 2000, Dr. Partain received the Distinguished Service Award from the ABR. In 2014, he received the Distinguished Service Award from the ISMRM. In 2016, he received the Alumni Achievement Award from Washington University for his “contributions to advance the fields of nuclear medicine and medical imaging.” Dr. Partain served the ABR as an examiner for 20 years, the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education as a member of the Nuclear Medicine Residency Review Committee, and Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in multiple capacities. A devout Baptist deacon and man of committed faith, he is survived by his wife of 62 years, Judy; children, David (Rebecca), Teri (Bland), and Amy; brother, Larry (Deb); brother-in-law, Tom (Cathy); grandchildren, Sarah (Brandon), Amy, Luke, Tucker, Alex, Ryan and Jake; cousins and a host of nieces and nephews. Vanderbilt Health is grateful to Dr. Partain for his decades of service and major contributions to clinical and research imaging.
RÜFÜS DU SOL announces biggest North American headline tour ever for 2026
The popular Grammy Award-winning alternative group RÜFÜS DU SOL just announced their largest North American headlining tour to date with shows scheduled from June through to September.
End of enhanced Obamacare subsidies puts tribal health lifeline at risk
One estimates that 125,000 Native Americans will become uninsured in 2026 due to the higher costs.
Dee Snider says he’s ‘not dying’ after leaving Twisted Sister for health reasons
The 70-year-old Queens native is clearing up rumors that he was at death’s door amid the announcement of his retirement.
JMU business student owns and operates junk removal service
Colin Wright, a northern Virginia native, spends his free time away from school helping people get rid of their unwanted junk through his business, Colin’s Haul’n.
Microplastics have reached Antarctica’s only native insect
Even Antarctica’s toughest native insect can’t escape the reach of plastic pollution. Scientists have discovered that Belgica antarctica — a tiny, rice-sized midge and the southernmost insect on Earth — is already ingesting microplastics in the wild. While lab tests showed the hardy larvae can survive short-term exposure without obvious harm, those exposed to higher plastic levels had reduced fat reserves, hinting at hidden energy costs.
Indian Health Service to phase out use of dental fillings containing mercury by 2027
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The federal agency that provides health care to Native Americans and Alaska Natives has announced it will phase out the use of dental fillings containing mercury.
Indian Health Service to phase out use of dental fillings containing mercury by 2027
The federal agency that provides health care to Native Americans will no longer treat tooth decay with dental fillings containing mercury.
Democrats seek to reassure Europe about post-Trump America
Opposition politicians flocked to a summit in Munich to offer an alternative to America First - and stake a claim as future party leaders.
UNM Medical Student Wins Inaugural Award for Native American Health Research
The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center (HSLIC) is pleased to present the inaugural winner of the Patricia V. Bradley Native American Health Research Award to Taylor Russell, a third-year student at the UNM School of...
Opinion | DEI Is a Threat to Americans’ Health
The Trump administration should seek to establish an alternative accreditor for medical schools.
YouTube launches native app for Apple Vision Pro
YouTube was one of the biggest apps missing from the Vision Pro platform at launch in February 2024. That changes...
Arizona men’s basketball unveils alternative uniforms for ‘Galaxy Slam’
If men’s basketball is the University of Arizona’s most well-known export, space science isn’t far behind. The university is celebrating its acclaimed space program through ‘Galaxy Slam,’ a week-long series of community activities and on-campus events running from Feb. 14-21. Arizona men’s basketball is taking part by wearing special uniforms for the Feb. 18 game […]
Tucson musicians perform alongside Bad Bunny at Super Bowl LX
Three Tucson-natives took part in the opportunity to play alongside viral musician sensation and vocal immigrant-advocate Bad Bunny.
Flavio Bolsonaro Courts Investors With Vague Pro-Business Pitch
Brazilian presidential hopeful Flavio Bolsonaro pitched himself as a market-friendly alternative to Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva at an event packed with investors Wednesday, but offered few specifics about his plans or how he’d achieve them.
Mental health advocate for California tribes dies in murder-suicide
Celinda Gonzales of the Yurok Tribe worked to prevent suicides among Native Americans after experiencing loss in her family. She "was a friend to many”.
Wolfe Mountain Entertainment hosts Valentine’s haunted house weekend
Wolfe Mountain Entertainment will host a two-day haunted house event this weekend as an alternative to traditional Valentine’s Day activities.
Movie Review: In 'Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die,' a man from the future fights an AI apocalypse
It’s been argued that with the onset of AI, storytellers need to get weirder, more imaginative, more human. Gore Verbinski’s absurdist AI satire “Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die” is a stab in...
How many people watched TPUSA halftime show? How 2026 Super Bowl alternative compared to Bad Bunny
Here's a look at how many people tuned into the TPUSA show.
I tried a Claude Code rival that's local, open source, and completely free
I was curious if Block's Goose agent, paired with Ollama and the Qwen3-coder model, could really replace Claude Code. Here's how it worked.
4 Best Uses For Your Old Audio System
You can repurpose an old audio system as a Bluetooth music setup, PC speaker upgrade, TV sound solution, or budget home theater alternative.
Making science more visible
As he enters a laboratory with saltwater pools full of fish, Luka Žuvić explains how climate change is affecting the feeding ecology and reproductive biology of Atlantic bluefin tuna, and how the species is adapting.It is a topic that may seem remote to many people. But in a country where fishing and aquaculture are important to the economy and national identity, Žuvić’s research is at the intersection of science and society. “In Croatia, marine and environmental science are closely connected to people’s lives because fisheries, aquaculture, tourism and coastal development are a big part of our lives,” explains Žuvić, a doctoral student working at the Croatian Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries in the Adriatic coastal city of Split. He also serves as one of Croatia’s ambassadors to Science Comes to Town (SCTT), a European Commission-funded project that aims to make scientific research more accessible, while inspiring young people to study the sciences. The project kicked off in Spilt on 20 January with a conference attended by partner institutions, community representatives, policymakers and scientists. Along with Split, Brest (in France) and Kiel (in Germany) will host a year of activities connecting scientists with the public.Žuvić, 31, is part of the Young Researchers' Career Development Project, a doctoral programme funded by the Croatian Science Foundation. His research on Atlantic bluefin tuna builds on a foundation-backed project focusing on the reproductive potential of farmed tuna, including their sexual maturation and spontaneous spawning in captivity, which has implications for the restoration of the Adriatic Sea's natural tuna populations. He also studies the tuna's feeding ecology through stomach-content analysis, using DNA metabarcoding and morphological approaches, and employs geometric morphometrics to improve the identification of juvenile tuna and related species. The research aims to enhance understanding of the tuna farming ecology, improve fish farm management and contribute to sustainable aquaculture and fisheries research.Engaging with local communitiesConnecting with the community is crucial for Žuvić’s research. Conversations with fishermen help him better understand the bluefin tuna's habits and how marine pollution affects the fish. “They are also curious about the biology and ecology of bluefin tuna,” he says of local fishermen, adding that sharing research with non-scientists benefits everyone. “Sometimes scientific research is invisible,” he explains. “That's why we as researchers need to go out from our institutions and labs to the public so that we can show them what we are working on. This helps create more trust in the scientists and their research.”Engaging the public also raises awareness about the anthropogenic changes to the marine environment resulting from human activities and pollution. Žuvić helps remove plastic and other rubbish from the Adriatic Sea that pose a direct threat to marine species. Predators, such as bluefin tuna, are especially vulnerable to ingesting waste churned up by fishing trawlers. “They are very opportunistic fish that follow trawlers and ingest everything,” he notes. To illustrate the impact, he has shown students the contents of bluefin tuna stomachs. “Finding a plastic bottle cap in the stomach of a bluefin tuna is concerning,” he says. "Science can be a powerful way to turn curiosity into practical solutions,” Žuvić adds, and sharing research outcomes “helps increase public awareness and improve understanding of human impacts on the marine environment.”The research also has implications for Croatia's economy. The Atlantic bluefin tuna’s rich, flavourful meat is highly valued for sushi and other raw fish dishes. However, overfishing nearly brought its population to collapse by the early 2000s. Although the species has made a comeback in the Atlantic and Mediterranean regions, catches continue to be managed through agreements with the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas. Croatia was a pioneer in developing commercial aquaculture as an alternative to open-sea fishing and accounts for about 10% of the EU’s farmed production of the bluefin tuna, with Japan being a key export market.A history of European collaborationCroatia has participated in Europe’s framework programmes for research and innovation since 2007, six years before officially joining the EU. Žuvić believes that EU funding and collaboration with other European researchers is vital for Croatian science. As part of the SCTT opening conference, the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries, the University of Split and other local institutions were part of a science fair to showcase research on topics, such as robotics and an EU LIFE project on the protection of sharks and rays in the Mediterranean. “I hope that Science Comes to Town will help increase scientific literacy and curiosity among citizens, particularly students, and show that science is not something that is distant or abstract, but something that directly affects everyday life,” Žuvić concludes. “Ultimately, I hope that projects like it contribute to building a society that values knowledge and critical thinking, and that we can think about long-term sustainability using knowledge from science.”Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.
Turning Point Halftime Show set to go head to head with Bad Bunny
The alternative halftime show produced by Turning Point USA is set counter to the Super Bowl halftime show with Bad Bunny.
Minnesota physician groups call for health care protections as condition of DHS funding
Minnesota physician advocacy groups are raising concerns over reports of unsanitary conditions and a lack of medical care for detainees at ICE facilities.
Turning Point's alternative halftime show – How to watch, what to know
Turning Point USA is holding its own Super Bowl halftime show headlined by Kid Rock to compete with Bad Bunny's. Here's what to know.
Here's how to watch Turning Point USA's alternative halftime show
Here's how to watch Turning Point USA's alternative halftime show if you don't want to watch Bad Bunny during the Super Bowl.
Country star Gavin Adcock backs Kid Rock's patriotic alternative to Super Bowl halftime show
Country singer Gavin Adcock backs Kid Rock's alternative Super Bowl halftime show event with Turning Point USA for conservative fans.
Kid Rock to host alternative Super Bowl halftime show against Bad Bunny
Turning Point USA is staging an alternative Super Bowl halftime show with Kid Rock, counter-programming the NFL's choice of Bad Bunny.
Second House panel warms to Chase Tramont bill on heated tobacco regulatory change
The measure would establish a different taxing structure for heated tobacco products, which are considered a less harmful alternative to cigarettes.
NFL athletes help students celebrate new sports field in East Palo Alto
NFL player Mekhi Blackmon of the Colts and brothers Rejzohn and Nahshon Wright of the Saints and Bears, all played on the field as kids and were at the celebration. "This is where I learned to be a teammate," Bears CB and East Palo Alto native Nahshon Wright said. "This is how I learned to be selfless."
Ethics Opinion 1291: Participation in an Alternative Business Structure (ABS) - New York State Bar Association
Opinion 1291 (01/30/2026) Topic: Participation in an Alternative Business Structure (ABS) Digest: A New York lawyer may hold a financial interest in an ABS which renders legal services in a jurisdiction where such provision of legal services is permitted. A New York lawyer may have a contractual relationship with such an entity pursuant to which
Plans Being Developed for a New Live Music Venue In Downtown Binghamton
A city native hopes to build a new entertainment complex in downtown Binghamton.
Microsoft Introduces System Monitor (Sysmon) Support In Windows 11
Microsoft has begun rolling out native System Monitor (Sysmon) capabilities directly within Windows 11, marking a notable shift in how advanced system telemetry and threat detection can be deployed across Windows environments. The feature is currently being tested on select systems enrolled in the W
New Hampshire native manages bar in San Francisco dedicated to New England sports fans
There’s a bar in San Francisco dedicated to Boston sports fandom.
‘Are you still involved in your community?’: Open or closed, here’s how Portland businesses fared during the nationwide strike
Those who couldn’t close for the day found alternative ways to pitch in, from selling out taco trucks to donating sales.
Award-winning composer Adolphus Hailstork on art, politics, and social change
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 2/4/26, Rochester native Adolphus Hailstork joins us for a conversation on how he has used his music to make political statements.
Microsoft rolls out native Sysmon monitoring in Windows 11
Microsoft has started rolling out built-in Sysmon functionality to some Windows 11 systems enrolled in the Windows Insider program.
The Collectiv launches AI native, dual-use sports, health, wellness & accelerator in Rice’s Ion District
The Collectiv Foundation, in collaboration with Rice, today announced the creation of the AI Native Dual-Use Sports, Health & Wellness Accelerator powered by The Collectiv in Houston’s Ion District, a 16-acre innovation hub in Houston’s Midtown developed by Rice. The accelerator platform is designed to support early-stage founders building artificial intelligence technologies validated in sports and scaled across health, enterprise and consumer markets.
See the players, coaches representing Ohio in Super Bowl 60
From Buckeye State natives to former Ohio State stars, see which players and coaches will rep Ohio in Super Bowl 60 this weekend.
Port Chester native uses NASA moon plans to spark a love for science
NASA Solar System ambassador Charles Fulco, of Rye Brook, teaches elementary school students about the science behind space travel.
CA Democrats blast spending plan without health insurance subsidies as Trump pushes alternative
The spending package approved this week keeps the federal government funded, but it does not address the expiration of key Affordable Care Act health care subsidies.
India Walton Will Return to Politics to Oppose Hochul as Delgado’s No. 2
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado’s choice of Ms. Walton may strengthen his bid to position himself as a left-leaning alternative to Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York.
Turning Point USA unveils alternative Super Bowl halftime show lineup with Kid Rock
Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert and Lee Brice will headline Turning Point USA's alternative halftime show, airing as Bad Bunny takes the Super Bowl stage.
I tried a Claude Code alternative that's local, open source, and completely free
I was curious if Block's Goose agent, paired with Ollama and the Qwen3-coder model, could really replace Claude Code. Here's how I got started.
UF Health patients left confused, frustrated after gender-affirming care ban
The SHCC encouraged students utilizing gender-affirming care to seek alternative health care providers. It offered assistance in finding alternative providers and transferring medical records.
After Sowing Distrust in Fluoridated Water, Kennedy and Skeptics Turn to Obstructing Other Fluoride Sources
Florida and Utah have banned fluoridation, with multiple other states looking to do the same. Critics of fluoride in drinking water point to supplements as an alternative, but many are creating barriers to these very products.
Good Sports: Reedley native now with Chivas at just 18 years old
Kevin Garcia was transferred to one of the most popular pro soccer clubs in Mexico, and for the Reedley native, it's still a "pinch me" moment.
10 Questions With... Randall Milstein, who teaches about science, astronomy and the role of science fiction in popular culture
10 Questions with… Randall Milstein, professor of teaching. He teaches astronomy and energy alternatives classes in the physics department, and also teaches in the Honors College. He represents OSU as its affiliate representative for the Oregon Space Grant Consortium. He enjoys engaging with the public on topics of science, astronomy and the role of science fiction in popular culture.