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Election 2026 Roundtable: The impact on health policy
15-Minute Lesson Plan: 100 Unanswered Questions in Science
What questions about ourselves, our world and our universe would you most like to have answered? Why?
‘Gold factory’ relic, Chinese plant cuts 60% energy use: 7 science highlights
From an artificial pancreas to a cancer trial with 84 per cent efficacy, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.
UK approves new gas field in the North Sea amid concerns about energy security
The UK government has approved the development of a major new gas field in the North Sea amid rising concerns globally about energy security and the effect of climate policies on energy bills.
Billionaire Mark Cuban’s 5-step plan to make healthcare affordable targets drug middlemen’s ‘contractual terrorism’
The Cost Plus Drugs cofounder told Texas lawmakers that insured patients are often better off paying cash—and laid out five fixes built around price transparency.
Tea has benefits for heart health — but not if it’s scalding hot
The way you prepare and drink your tea could influence your cardiovascular health, according to a new study.
Partners, not family: How 3 college buddies built dairy business
Austin Copenhaver and his partners turned a shared dream into three dairy operations, and a model for the next generation of farmers.
Can the UAE stay ahead in the Gulf’s tourism race?
Thunder remind Spurs of their championship pedigree in statement-making opening win
‘Anyone behind it should be ashamed’: Political commentator slams new ad from Vivek Ramaswamy
Erik ten Hag interview: Man United’s use of data, impact of legends’ criticism, and ‘special’ Mainoo
In part two of our interview, the ex-United manager reveals more about his time at the club and discusses his three-game reign in Germany
Boy George joins Eretz Nehederet as election satire exposes 'monkey business' in Israeli politics
Boy George joins Eretz Nehederet for its final episode before Israel's elections, as the comedy show takes aim at Netanyahu, Eisenkot, campaign scandals, and political rivalries.
How Investors May Respond To PENN Entertainment (PENN) Massachusetts Slot Debate
PENN Entertainment has opposed proposed legislation in Massachusetts that would permit historical horse racing devices that function like slot machines. The company argues these terminals could shift up to US$216 million in annual gaming revenue and affect an estimated 1,074 casino jobs across the state. The company has recently reported earnings that exceeded consensus estimates, with an average surprise of 72.86% over the last two quarters. This highlights an operating profile where...
Villegas, advocates slam Valadao voting record at Bakersfield health care roundtable
Healthcare affordability and reproductive rights took center stage at a roundtable in Bakersfield on Tuesday, as Democratic congressional candidate Randy Villeg
Why Albania's political crisis is deepening
Albania's capital, Tirana, has experienced several days of violent confrontations. Student-led protests against PM Edi Rama have become a focal point for wider frustrations over corruption and economic hardship.
Congo’s Ebola outbreak leaves grieving families struggling with fear and stigma
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is taking a psychological toll on families dealing with loss, fear and stigma.
Gracie’s Beauty Salon honored with Texas Treasure Business Award
Gracie Arguijo celebrated a special milestone on Friday, Oct. 9, when she was presented with the Texas Treasure Business Award from the Texas Historical Commission.
Eagle Scout nominated for Service Award
Eagle Scout John Casper of Round Rock Troop 157 has been nominated for a Distinguished Conservation Service Award by the Capitol Area Council. DCSA is Scouting America’s highest conservation honor.
A 1960 Science Paper Set Doomsday for Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, and Its Population Math Held Up for Three Decades
A 1960 Science paper predicted doomsday on Nov. 13, 2026. There is no threat, but its population equation beat most forecasts until about 1993.
NFLPA calls for investigation into Eagles’ handling of Jalen Hurts’ health
The players union isn’t happy with the NFL’s defense of the Eagles regarding Jalen Hurts.
Extratropical Cyclone Whips Past Iceland
The powerful low-pressure system formed over the North Atlantic out of the remnants of Hurricane Isaias.
China builds the world’s smallest wearable brain monitor with a cortex-wide view
The Airscope offers a window on the simultaneous activity of thousands of individual neurons in untethered lab animals.
The big business of personal shopping
From sourcing rare Hermès bags to organising last-minute gifts, independent personal shoppers will go to extraordinary lengths to keep wealthy clients happy
Painting meets mystery at fall-inspired Paint n' Sip events
Paint your way through a whodunnit with two Murder Mystery Paint Parties, which combine murder mystery stories with paint n’ sips. As you paint, clues will be revealed, suspects questioned,
Prepare to be scared at Maggie Valley's ScreamFest
Ready for a frightfully fun Halloween weekend? Maggie Valley is turning up the scares with ScreamFest Friday and Saturday, Oct. 30 and 31, from noon-midnight both days, at Maggie Valley
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Some flashes of ARIES ire might erupt as you confront an unusually bewildering situation. But you should be able to keep your temper under
Dem underdog Chris Jones builds momentum in Arkansas House race
Montana voters to decide limits on corporate political spending under I-194
Montana voters will be asked to weigh in on several ballot measures this November, including Initiative 194.The proposal would restrict how corporations and oth
Republicans demand answers on Ukraine Starlink disruptions
Twice’s Jihyo officially leaves JYP Entertainment after 21 years
The 29-year-old singer announced on Wednesday (Oct 21) that she will be departing her longtime agency, JYP Entertainment, making her the latest Twice member to do so.
Trump, in North Carolina, says Republicans will defy midterm odds
By Jacob Bogage GREENVILLE, North Carolina, Oct 20 (Reuters) - With his approval rating at record lows, President Donald Trump attempted to defy political gravity in a pep rally in
Ken Paxton hits campaign trail as political expert weighs in on strategy of avoiding debate
Paxton's Richmond appearance was part of a two-week bus tour across Texas, giving supporters an opportunity to hear directly from the state's attorney general.
Man arrested, dirt bike rider wanted after theft from Monroe County business leading to pursuit
Polling places open for General Election, but some voter confusion remains
While the polls for the General Election are open, what is not so clear are some ballot items. For those voting in District 43 for the state representative seat, there
Jason Rantz on Ramaswamy’s attack ad: ‘This is unbelievably disgusting… it’s a shame’
UC Davis Health introduces five-day accelerated treatment for severe depression
UC Davis Health has added an accelerated treatment approach for depression at its Advanced Psychiatric Therapeutics (APT) clinic in East Sacramento.
Suspects wanted for string of business burglaries in Fairfax County
Police are searching for suspects accused in a string of Fairfax County business burglaries.
Hundreds of graves buried beneath a Clearwater business despite a $7.5M settlement
A $7.5 million settlement is bringing a three-year legal battle over a historic Black cemetery in Clearwater closer to an end, while questions remain about hundreds of graves buried beneath a local business.
Venomous primate thought lost to science for nearly a century turns up in gardens and on roads across Indonesia
Local wildlife rescue center publishes data in a new paper revealing the critically endangered Bangka slow loris still survives across the Indonesian island of Bangka
Tyler Cameron fiancée Tate Madden reveals pregnancy on 'DWTS' Dedication Night
Tyler Cameron and fiancée Tate Madden are expecting their first child together!
How 'DWTS' Dedication Night addressed Val Chmerkovskiy's suspension
For the first time in "Dancing with the Stars" history, a pro was not allowed to dance with their celebrity partner.
Supreme Court’s conservatives have let down democracy, Justice Kagan says
Two weeks before the midterm elections, liberal Justice Elena Kagan bluntly sized up the Supreme Court handling of election and voting-related cases, saying, “The court has kind of blinded itself to the very deleterious effects of their rulings on how the political system works.”
Tyler Cameron reveals fiancée Tate Madden is pregnant during 'DWTS' dance
Tyler Cameron and fiancée Tate Madden are expecting their first child together!
49ers overreactions: Are Eddy Piñeiro's misses creating another kicker problem?
NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco responds to the latest 49ers overreactions from San Francisco's Week 6 win over the Washington Commanders.
Van Jones: Attack ad in Ohio governor’s race a ‘tragedy’
Critical PHP Security Release Coming Tomorrow (October 21)
The PHP security team will ship a release on October 21, 2026 at 14:00 UTC that fixes two critical vulnerabilities, both rated CVSS 9.2. Plan your upgrade now.
Justice Kagan warns Supreme Court rulings are fueling polarization and undermining democracy
WASHINGTON (AP) — Justice Elena Kagan on Tuesday said voting and elections decisions from her conservative Supreme Court colleagues have helped make the country more politically polarized and less democratic.
Republican lawmaker vows ‘consequences’ for Musk over Ukraine’s Starlink access
UAB opens Shelby Biosciences Research Building to advance health
UAB has opened the Shelby Biosciences Research Building, an eight-story facility named after former U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, aimed at supporting health research and creating new jobs.
How a photo of a person’s face could help predict whether they’ll survive cancer treatment
A simple selfie could hold surprising clues to your overall health and longevity, especially among people with cancer.
Popular supplement combinations may carry unexpected risks, health expert warns
Clinical pharmacist Jim LaValle discusses why taking excessive amounts of vitamins and minerals can pose health risks, and how identifying nutritional deficiencies can help guide safer supplementation.
Ohio governor’s race roiled by new viral video featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother
Trump pushes to evict the press from the White House
While moving the media out of the White House may be a relatively small debate considering Trump’s broader attacks on journalists, it would be highly symbolic.
Twin County Regional Healthcare responding to increased volume of patients related to community incident Tuesday night
Twin County Regional Healthcare announced on its Facebook page Tuesday evening that it is currently responding to an increased volume of patients related to what it called a “community incident”.
Trump Promises Cash and Bailouts to Woo Midterm Voters Worried About High Prices
Fight for the Black vote intensifies in Michigan, a voting bloc El-Sayed can’t afford to lose
Ahead of Midterms, Justice Kagan Says Rulings Have Intensified Polarization
The justice said during a discussion that recent Supreme Court decisions on voting rights, gerrymandering and campaign finance have deepened America’s divides.
Political newcomers De La Cruz and Garcia battle for redrawn Texas 35th Congressional District
On Nov. 3, Texas voters will choose a new U.S. representative for the newly redrawn 35th Congressional District. On the ballot are Republican Carlos De La Cruz and Democrat Johnny Garcia.
AMC Entertainment vs. Roblox: Which Media Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?
AMC generates negative free cash flow, while Roblox is experiencing monetization headwinds.
Matthew McConaughney urges voters to ditch two-party system
Matthew McConaughey is making a case for Americans to break up the two-party system.
November ballot includes five government efficiency questions
There are five questions for city voters aimed at making government more efficient.
'High Potential' star Matthew Lamb, 14, reveals his mom has died
"High Potential" star Matthew Lamb is coping with the death of his mom. The 14-year-old actor wrote in an Oct. 19 Instagram post that his mother died on Saturday, Oct.
NFLPA calls for NFL to conduct full investigation into medical care provided to Jalen Hurts
Michigan set to start Tommy Carr vs. Indiana after he took over for Bryce Underwood in second half of win over Penn State
GOP leans on anti-Trans attacks as economy & corruption are top issues
A massive asteroid slammed into the North Sea and unleashed a 330-foot tsunami
A decades-long mystery beneath the North Sea has finally been solved. Scientists have confirmed that the Silverpit Crater, buried 700 meters below the seabed, was created when a 160-meter-wide asteroid struck Earth roughly 43 to 46 million years ago. The violent collision blasted a towering curtain of rock and water 1.5 kilometers into the air and triggered a tsunami more than 100 meters high.
The SUEZ Foundation and the Institut Pasteur join forces to promote women's access to scientific careers
The Institut Pasteur and the SUEZ Foundation have announced a three-year partnership designed to inspire young women to pursue scientific careers, support female scientists in their professional development, and foster the emergence of a new generation of women in the fields of health and the environment.
Area school business managers recognized
BISMARCK – The North Dakota School Boards Association (NDSBA) recognized Velva School District Business Manager Skyler Helseth and Powers Lake School District Business Manager Shayna Johnson as graduates of the North Dakota School Business Managers Certification Program (NDSBMCP) during its annual convention on Oct. 8 in Bismarck. The certification program offers 20 college level courses […]
White House officials fear a post-midterms Trump rampage
President Donald Trump still has two weeks to salvage his Republican congressional majorities and defy expectations of a midterm wipeout. But all around him, aides and allies are bracing for what happens if he fails. CNN’s Kristen Holmes reports.
Officials Work to Improve Boardman River Health
The Traverse City Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and City of TC are working on multiple fronts to improve the Lower Boardman River – including habitat and shoreline improvements, repairs to a deteriorating retaining wall, and public placemaking projects. However, one of the main challenges to the urban river’s health – its proximity to so many …
Vivek Ramaswamy ad features opponent’s estranged mother
Ohio Republican gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy backs controversial political campaign featuring his Democratic opponent Amy Acton’s estranged mother.
UCLA experts give warnings about declining vaccination rates
Amid the Trump administration’s efforts to overhaul childhood immunization policy, UCLA experts cautioned that declining vaccination rates could increase the risk of disease outbreaks on campus.
Top forecaster shifts two Senate races in the deep South towards Democrats
Bryce Young sets franchise record, champions mental health through Young 9 Foundation event
Justice Elena Kagan accuses Supreme Court’s conservative majority of undermining democracy
The liberal justice took aim at various recent rulings, including one that paved the way for rampant partisan gerrymandering of legislative districts.
Florida health department issues water quality advisory for Palm Beach County parks
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County has issued a water quality advisory for several parks due to high levels of Enterococcus bacteria found in recent water tests.
New Richland Lab Could Transform How Scientists Study Microbes and Boost Regional Jobs
The BriefGroundbreaking held Tuesday: PNNL officially began construction on the M2PC lab, a 30,800-square-foot facility funded by the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science that will study soil microbes to improve crop productivity and develop new biotechnology applications. The facility will be open to researchers from around the nation and the world.Research timelines could shrink dramatically: The facility's automation and AI capabilities could reduce experiments that currently take six months to just 72 hours, allowing scientists to explore more possibilities faster than ever before.New jobs coming to the Tri-Cities: The project is expected to create positions for automation engineers, AI experts, roboticists, technicians, and skilled craftspeople, with the facility opening in 2029.RICHLAND, Wash. — Pacific Northwest National Laboratory broke ground Tuesday on a first-of-its-kind facility that could accelerate scientific discoveries about the microscopic organisms living in soil—organisms that may hold the key to growing more food and developing new energy technologies.The Microbial Molecular Phenotyping Capability, or M2PC, represents a significant investment in automation and artificial intelligence to speed up research that traditionally takes years to complete. The 30,800-square-foot facility will house more than 100 connected automated instruments designed to study microbes at a pace and scale never before possible.Reshaping Agriculture's FutureThe M2PC facility will not put a new tool directly into a farmer's hands tomorrow morning, but it is actively reshaping the commercial pipeline to solve agriculture's biggest headache with biologicals: inconsistent field performance. For years, PNNL researchers have explored how microbes work and how they might help produce useful materials, advance energy technologies, and address challenges involving critical materials and minerals. But those experiments have been limited by what researchers could accomplish by hand."They can be used to provide nutrients to a plant so that the plant would grow more. So, like increasing your crop productivity, for example," said Douglas Mans, PNNL's Associate Laboratory Director for Integrated Discovery Sciences.PNNL's own research shows soil microbes can help plants access nutrients and withstand drought—benefits that could prove crucial as farmers face growing environmental pressures. The M2PC facility will allow scientists to identify and optimize useful microbes faster than ever before, accelerating the development of biological solutions that actually work consistently in the field.What Makes M2PC UniqueThe Microbial Molecular Phenotyping Capability differs from traditional research labs because it operates as a first-of-its-kind, AI-enabled autonomous laboratory designed to shrink experimental timelines from years down to months or weeks. The M2PC lab will connect more than 100 automated instruments to grow microbes, prepare samples, measure their behavior, and link observations to the molecular processes behind them. Artificial intelligence will help analyze results and guide the next experiments, allowing scientists to explore more questions faster.Deb Gracio, PNNL Director, emphasized the transformative potential during Tuesday's groundbreaking ceremony: "Research that has taken years will become possible in months and hopefully in weeks."That acceleration is already being demonstrated. PNNL's smaller automated lab, called the Anaerobic Microbial Phenotyping Platform or AMP2, completed three experimental cycles in just 72 hours—a process that normally would have taken about six months."That normally would have taken us about six months … and we were able to do that in 72 hours," Mans said.The AMP2 laboratory is not being closed or replaced. Instead, the current 1,800-square-foot laboratory serves as an active prototype and precursor for the much larger M2PC facility. AMP2 will continue operating as a separate lab designed to run anaerobic experiments—those conducted in the absence of oxygen—while M2PC will focus on aerobic research.Broader Applications Beyond AgricultureWhile improving crop productivity is one important application, the M2PC facility is designed to support research into multiple areas critical to national priorities. The lab will advance research into biofuels, manufacturing materials, and energy technologies. It will also help researchers understand how microbes respond to environmental changes and how to design biological systems for biotechnology applications.As a flagship component of the Department of Energy's Genesis Mission, M2PC represents a significant investment in using artificial intelligence and automation to accelerate U.S. scientific discovery. Dorothy Koch, Associate Director of the DOE Office of Science Biological and Environmental Research program, highlighted the facility's importance during the groundbreaking."M2PC will accelerate biological discovery and design," Koch said, noting that the facility is expected to conduct a minimum of 500 strain experiments per week, 100 microbiome experiments per week, and take a million measurements per month.Economic Opportunity for the RegionBeyond the scientific breakthroughs, the M2PC project represents significant economic opportunity for the Tri-Cities region. The facility will require hiring automation engineers, AI experts, technicians skilled in operating robotics, and specialized craftspeople to build and maintain the sophisticated equipment."We're anticipating that type of hiring," Mans said when asked about job creation.PNNL has already begun recruiting talent nationally and internationally for positions related to the smaller AMP2 lab, bringing automation engineers from cities like Boston and San Francisco to work in the region. The M2PC facility is expected to accelerate that trend."This capability won't really exist anywhere else in the world," Mans said, suggesting the facility could become a draw for scientific talent seeking to work on cutting-edge biotechnology research.Timeline and Next StepsThe M2PC facility is expected to open in 2029. Between now and then, construction crews will level and prepare the ground, while the building takes shape. Simultaneously, Ginkgo Bio Works, the automation contractor, will build the facility's automation components off-site so they can be installed as the building is completed.In the interim, PNNL researchers and the broader scientific community will begin planning the first experiments to be conducted in the facility, ensuring research is lined up and ready to begin as soon as the doors open.The groundbreaking ceremony included representatives from the Department of Energy, PNNL leadership, and elected officials at the federal, state, and local levels, underscoring the project's significance to the region and the nation's biotechnology future. 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Gubernatorial candidates come out swinging over energy costs
With two weeks to go before Election Day, the candidates for governor were swinging away at each other on the campaign trail.
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Christina Applegate says her doctor told her she was misdiagnosed with MS
Natasha Lyonne sparks controversy with 'prefer Trump' social media post
Natasha Lyonne's recent social media activity has upset some fans, who are accusing her of supporting President Donald Trump.
Sen Slotkin committed a 'cardinal sin' in this era of politics: Ben Domenech
A 'Kudlow' panel breaks down Sen. Elissa Slotkin's, D-Mich., controversial comments about targeting Trump administration officials.
Woodside Health adds Phoenix-area medical office building to its portfolio
Healthcare real estate firm purchases Grand Professional Plaza in Surprise, Arizona
First iPhone Duo Unboxing Video Appears Ahead of Friday Launch
Commerce man says federal agents disregarded health conditions during arrest
For the first time, a Commerce man accused of illegally registering to vote is detailing his arrest and what he experienced during a 10-hour detention.
Brewers President of Business Operations sides with Timeless Ticket holders: 'We did not live up to the spirit of the program'
Lack of debates in 1st Congressional District race on Long Island exposes new political reality
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.