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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.
Ephrata theater celebrates 45 years with Sondheim, ‘1776,’ ‘Spider Woman,’ ‘Cinderella’
Whether you’re interested in classic or contemporary musicals from the American theater canon, edgy plays that seek to come to terms with uncomfortable parts of American history or theatrical revues,
Pennsylvania's role in ACA subsidies debate crystalized health care as a dominating political force in 2026 midterms
WASHINGTON — Lynn Weidner, a 42-year-old home care worker from Allentown, had already spent much of this year frustrated with her congressman...
Pennsylvania's role in ACA subsidies debate crystalized health care as a dominating political force in 2026 midterms
WASHINGTON — Lynn Weidner, a 42-year-old home care worker from Allentown, had already spent much of this year frustrated with her congressman...
Top Strategies for Businesses to Gain AI Recommendations
How to Improve Your Business’s AI Search Visibility Washington, United States – December 17, 2025 / Monic AI Systems / How Businesses Can Improve Visibility in AI Search Tools Like ChatGPT As artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT increasingly influence how people find information and evaluate products and services, businesses are adjusting how they present […]
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.
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 […]
10 greats set for enshrinement to Beaver County Sports Hall of Fame
Penn State interim head coach Terry Smith, an Aliquippa native, and professional wrestling champion and New Brighton native “The Franchise” Shane Douglas are two of a group of 10 athletic greats who will be celebrated with enshrinement into the Beaver County Sports Hall of Fame on June 13 at The Club at Shadow Lakes in Aliquippa.
Small businesses finally get their moment after Small Business Saturday delayed twice
Small Business Saturday was celebrated in Peoria, IL after two weather postponements, with local small businesses reporting steady foot traffic and strong customer support.
Scientists build a device that pulls electricity directly from Earth's rotation
Physicists at NASA and Princeton generate electricity from the Earth's rotation: could wind energy be our energy source of the future?
Do it for Trump: Treasury pushes businesses, wealthy people to contribute to 'Trump Accounts'
A pair of major contributions from business titans recently is part of a strategy to pump money into the new savings plans for children.
The 15-inch Surface Laptop 7 with 32GB RAM and a 1TB SSD is 30% discounted — a rare deal as memory prices keep climbing
One of the best laptops we've ever rated for its sublime performance, battery life, and perfect form factor is 30% off for Amazon's Super Saturday sale.
This “mushroom” is not a fungus, it’s a bizarre plant that breaks all the rules
Balanophora is a plant that abandoned photosynthesis long ago and now lives entirely as a parasite on tree roots, hidden in dark forest undergrowth. Scientists surveying rare populations across East Asian islands uncovered how its cellular machinery shrank but didn’t disappear, revealing unexpected similarities to parasites like malaria. Some island species even reproduce without sex, cloning themselves to colonize new habitats. This strange survival strategy comes with risks, leaving the plant highly vulnerable to habitat loss.
Scientists build 'most accurate' quantum computing chip ever thanks to new silicon-based computing architecture
Researchers say they have created the world's first scalable atomic quantum processor that achieves record-breaking 99.99% fidelity.
Whoop vs Oura Ring: Which wearable is right for you? I found out
Both Whoop and Oura have created first-rate trackers, but they have some important distinctions
How to Watch Ole Miss vs. Tulane: CFP First Round Time, TV Channel, Live Stream
Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the Ole Miss Rebels vs. Tulane Green Wave CFP first round game, Saturday, Dec. 20.
Health and Health Care for American Indian or Alaska Native People: Key Issues
Due to a combination of lower coverage rates, additional access barriers, and historical and ongoing discrimination, AIAN people continue to face significant disparities in health and health care.
Cal Raleigh adds Sports Illustrated's 'Breakout Star of the Year' to year of accolades
"Big Dumper" has been named the "Breakout Star of the Year" by Sports Illustrated.
East Lyme business owner sentenced to probation for tax fraud
An East Lyme woman who operated a cleaning business was sentenced to three years of probation for tax fraud after underreporting her income by hundreds of thousands of dollars.
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
News | Strategic Property Partners unveils Water Street Tampa's new entertainment district
Developer to partner with Vinik Sports Group to enhance programming across downtown
Dive into 2025's most stunning deep-sea wildlife encounters
Celebrate sea sponges, translucent squid, and more in a new year-end video.
Crystal City Restaurant sold to adult entertainment chain after 62 years in business
An institution in the D.C. area adult entertainment scene is changing hands to a regional chain. Crystal City Restaurant and Gentlemen's Club (422 23rd Street S.) has been sold to Paper Moon, which operates other gentlemen's clubs in Richmond, Northern Virginia and D.C. It's only the second time the family-owned business has transferred ownership in
PR Veteran Jeff Tobler Joins Universal TV Entertainment as Senior VP of Awards and Integrated Communications (EXCLUSIVE)
Warner Bros., Array and Expedia PR vet Jeff Tobler has joined Universal TV Entertainment as senior VP of awards and integrated communications.
5 Trust-Building Strategies From Industries That Fight Consumer Skepticism Daily
These five trust-building tips turn skeptics into loyal advocates and give any business a durable competitive advantage.
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
Water Droplet Science
NASA astronaut Don Pettit demonstrates electrostatic forces using charged water droplets and a knitting needle made of Teflon. This series of overlapping
Integrated Business Program Students Turn Classroom Experience into Community Impact
Students in the College of Business Integrated Business Program worked together to support charities. (ULV Photo/Sasha Chavez) Students Translate Entrepreneurial Skills into Charitable Contributions Students in the College of Business Integrated Business Program presented nearly $15,000 in donations to local and national charities during a ceremony at the Sara and Michael Abraham Campus Center. The […]
12 Days of Mercenary Day
Celebrate the season with a series of festive Borderlands 4 freebies on our social channels!
UN agencies welcome news that famine has been pushed back in the Gaza Strip, but warn fragile gains could be reversed without increased and sustained support
The latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) analysis for Gaza confirms that no areas of the Strip are currently classified in famine following the October ceasefire and improved humanitarian and commercial access.
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.
Jets defense needs to prioritize pass rushers this offseason
The New York Jets defense desperately needs to prioritize acquiring pass rushers this coming offseason.
Ancient oceans were ruled by super predators unlike anything today
Long before whales and sharks, enormous marine reptiles dominated the oceans with unmatched power. Scientists have reconstructed a 130-million-year-old marine ecosystem from Colombia and found predators operating at a food-chain level higher than any seen today. The ancient seas were bursting with life, from giant reptiles to rich invertebrate communities. This extreme complexity reveals how intense competition helped drive the evolution of modern marine ecosystems.
TrueAchievements Game of the Year Awards 2025 voting now open
It's time to celebrate your favorite Xbox games and achievements of the year. Voting is now open for the TrueAchievements Game of the Year Awards 2025.
New on Java Realms: Celebrate Java Realms Day, C’mon!
The latest batch of featured maps is here! Grab your Realms-nog, kick-back, and enjoy the December 2025 edition of New on Java Realms!
Vertex Forward: Our animated video series
Watch the animated video series “Vertex Forward” to see the Vertex Pharmaceuticals philosophy and strategy explained.
CTSI to host three-part virtual mini-series on team science
Penn State Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) will host a three-part virtual mini-series focused on team science, led by Susan Simkins, director of Team Science with Penn State CTSI. Designed for researchers, staff and leaders working in collaborative environments, the series will provide practical, evidence-based strategies to help teams function more effectively and avoid the misalignment that often can slow down good science.
Choose New Jersey Celebrates Historic Gains in International Business Attraction During the Murphy Administration
Expanded global presence, international missions, and more than 80 MOUs strengthened economic, academic, and cultural partnerships, elevating New Jersey’s reputation as a destination for business growth. Newark, New Jersey — Choose New Jersey, the state’s leading nonprofit business attraction organization, is celebrating New Jersey’s enhanced reputation as a global destination for business growth. Since Governor Murphy[...]
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
Remembering Michele Reiner: Photographer, activist and ‘irate citizen’
Before her tragic death, Michele Reiner built a life based on service, love and devotion to a better world.
Kansas City spent decades healing a racial divide. Redistricting could reopen it
A recently enacted US House map would again make Troost Avenue a dividing line in the community, part of a plan to have Democratic-leaning Kansas City represented by three separate Republican lawmakers.
Youth Sports Was 2025’s Breakout M&A Theme. Here’s What’s Next
What had long been a fragmented, passion-driven corner of the sports economy became an active segment for investors and strategic acquirers.
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.
Where you give birth matters. Search our map to see C-section rates at hospitals near you.
C-section rates at individual hospitals are hard to find. Search our map by hospital name, city, state, or ZIP code to compare facilities near you.
Trump debuted a new affordability script. It’s unclear to advisers whether he’ll stick to it
The White House is heading into a critical midterm year beset by economic challenges, as it tries to manage stubbornly high prices, a frustrated electorate and a commander-in-chief who struggles to show sympathy toward voters’ pain.
The Trump administration pauses the green card lottery program
The diversity visa entry program offers 55,000 visas a year to people from countries with low rates of immigration to the US.
AI gives scientists a boost, but at the cost of too many mediocre papers
A new study shows that using large language models like ChatGPT boosts paper production, especially for non-native English speakers, but the overall increase in AI-written papers is making it harder to separate the valuable contributions from the AI slop.
AEW and AEW Stars Win 10 Best of 2025 Awards From Sports Illustrated, Including Wrestlers of the Year and Promotion of the Year
This week, All Elite Wrestling and its Stars took home 10 awards from Sports Illustrated's 2025 Pro Wrestling Awards, including both the Female and Male Wrestler of the Year, as well as Promotion of the Year and many more.
Mental health ratings hit new low, 5 years after pandemic turning point
A new Gallup survey showed just 29% of people rated their mental health or emotional well-being as "excellent," a new low in Gallup tracking.
Lausanne 1-0 Fiorentina: Match report
The Viola do exactly what they always do: disintegrate.
Nick Saban: Group of 5 should have separate College Football Playoff
Tulane, James Madison part of this year’s CFP
Matt Siemer, head of nonprofit that provides free health care in underserved communities, dies at 43
Mr. Siemer helped expand the reach of Mobile Care Chicago, which currently operates four medical clinics on wheels.
Google’s Gemini app can check videos to see if they were made with Google AI
Incremental deepfake detection.
Isaac Chotiner Sums Up Politics in 2025
The idea that Donald Trump is acting from a governing strategy or a conception of national interest “seems completely disconnected from reality,” Chotiner says.
Large Minnesota study underscores disproportionate rates of health problems among recently incarcerated and unhoused people
In a study of more than 4.3 million people in Minnesota, researchers found widespread disparities in health conditions between the general population and people who ...
The Trevor Project Condemns Federal Government Efforts to Restrict Health Care for Transgender Youth
Your Support Saves LGBTQ+Youth's Lives Every DayDonateResearch shows that access to transition-related care is associated with significantly lower rates of […]
McNeese’s Small Business Center to Help Entrepreneurs Win 2026
The Louisiana Small Business Development Center (LSBDC) at McNeese State University is inviting entrepreneurs in southwest Louisiana to a free training in January titled “Winning 2026: Strategic…
Pokémon TCG: Pokémon Day 2026 Collection
Celebrate this festive occasion with the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon Day 2026 Collection.
Marshall Scholar examines the intersection of books, literature and politics
Jack Wallace, UVA’s 18th recipient of the scholarship, says critical thinking and literacy are antidotes for mistrust generated by technology.
OSHA fines Universal after employee gets electrical shock at Epic Universe ride
A Universal employee was hospitalized with a dislocated shoulder, broken ribs and a fractured arm.
New 3,500-seat venue announced in plans for entertainment district in Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A new entertainment district was announced for downtown Tampa by Strategic Property Partners on Thursday. The new district will feature: A 3,500-seat music and performance venu…
Capital Region commercial developers eye 2026 as momentum returns
The local commercial real estate market has picked up and is expected to strengthen in 2026 as interest rates fall, insurance costs ease and construction prices stabilize, according to Capital Region experts. Charlie Colvin of Momentum Commercial Real Estate says activity has noticeably increased, with many deals moving toward completion before year’s end. “We’re starting […]
Inflation remained elevated in November as Fed considers pausing interest rate cuts
The Bureau of Labor Statistics released the November consumer price index which showed that CPI inflation remained well above the Federal Reserve's 2% target rate.
3,500-Seat Entertainment District Planned in Downtown Tampa
Strategic Property Partners plans a new entertainment district in downtown Tampa featuring a 3,500-seat venue, hotel, retail and parking near Benchmark International Arena.
Factorial and Cartesian Growth Corporation III (Nasdaq: CGCT) Announce Business Combination Agreement to Accelerate Commercialization of Solid-State Battery Technology
Factorial Inc. (“Factorial”), a leader in solid-state battery technology, and Cartesian Growth Corporation III (“Cartesian III”), a special purpose acquisiti...
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.
This new beer celebrates Philly as hub of women's sports
The limited-edition brew is available online and at participating bars and breweries.
How climate goals create business value
Atlassian, Cox, Workday and 6 other companies reflect on how sustainability strategy drives new revenue, attracts talent and closes deals.
In Memoriam 2025: Business
In the Business section of our In Memoriam issue, we commemorate Kathleen Cotter, ‘Santa’ Irwin, Jim Ayers and many others.
In Memoriam 2025: Politics
In the Politics section of our In Memoriam issue, we commemorate John Carney Jr., state Sen. Frank Niceley, Judge Randall Wyatt and more.
Potential lack of funding for plan to prevent violence against women ‘deeply concerning’, says victims’ commissioner
Claire Waxman warns government’s delayed strategy to halve violence against women and girls could end up ‘less than the sum of its parts’
Bank of England expected to announce pre-Christmas interest rate cut today
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
Poll: The affordability crisis is disrupting politics in 1 country after another
The international poll illustrates the uphill battle many leaders face in trying to contain the intertwined economic and political backlash.
Rethinking Business Education: Kristin Skogen Lund, Chair, INSEAD Board of Directors
INSEAD Board of Directors Chair Kristin Skogen Lund MBA'92J explains why business education must evolve to equip leaders with the skills to navigate AI-driven change and embed AI into strategic decision-making.
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Announces Minority Investor Updates to Accelerate Growth and Innovation
/PRNewswire/ -- Monumental Sports & Entertainment ("MSE"), one of the nation's leading integrated sports, media, and entertainment companies, today announced...
‘14 strong.’ Gritty Kentucky volleyball faces program’s second-ever Final Four
No. 1 seed Kentucky volleyball is two wins away from becoming the most-decorated team in program history.
Trump tariffs: Small businesses take on high-interest rate loans to cover new costs
Even if the Supreme Court rules Trump tariffs are illegal, high interest rates and fees on predatory loans are leaving some businesses facing years of debt.
A moderate mutiny adds to the GOP’s Obamacare woes
By now, it’s become conventional wisdom about Congress: “Moderates always cave.” The more extreme elements sometimes force leadership’s hand, but those near the political center have a tendency to lose their nerve.
Insmed Provides Clinical and Business Update
/PRNewswire/ -- Insmed Incorporated (Nasdaq:INSM), a people-first global biopharmaceutical company striving to deliver first- and best-in-class therapies to...
Insmed Provides Clinical and Business Update
Insmed Incorporated (Nasdaq:INSM), a people-first global biopharmaceutical company striving to deliver first- and best-in-class therapies to transform the lives of patients facing serious diseases, announced today that the Phase 2b BiRCh study of brensocatib in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis without nasal polyps (CRSsNP) did not meet its primary or secondary efficacy endpoints in either the 10 mg or 40 mg treatment arms. Brensocatib was well tolerated, with no new safety signals identified
SSM Health St. Mary's celebrates Christmas with annual Joy Day
KRCG offers coverage of news, sports, weather and local events in the Columbia and Jefferson City, Missouri area, including the communities of New Bloomfield, Shaw, Boonville, Ashland, Hallsville, Sturgeon, Centralia, Mexico, Auxvasse, Fulton, California, Tipton, Eldon, Wardsville, Westphalia and Sedalia, Missouri.
Meet the 4 Republicans who defied House Speaker Mike Johnson on ACA subsidies
Four moderate House Republicans have broken ranks with Speaker Mike Johnson by supporting a Democratic petition to extend health care subsidies set to expire at the end of the year.
Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate in Texas look to expand the electorate
State Rep. James Talarico and U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett are looking to turn out voters who sat at home in past elections.
New Year’s Sale 2025
2025 is coming to an end, and what better way to commemorate this year than with a massive sale!
The Biggest Lie in Texas Politics
Ahead of the midterm elections, the state Democratic party is leaning on an old message.
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.
Moderate Republicans force House vote on expiring healthcare subsidies
The vote is a last-ditch effort by some Republicans to show support for extending healthcare subsidies in some form.
House advances GOP health care package that doesn’t include ObamaCare subsidy extension
The House advanced a GOP health care bill Wednesday, even as moderate Republicans signed a Democratic discharge petition to extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies in an act of defiance against le…
Hawaii's minimum wage increases to $16 per hour in 2026
A $2 boost from the current rate
Berkeley Lab’s Big Science Stories of 2025
To celebrate the end of the year, here’s a roundup of some of our biggest stories, which highlight how Berkeley Lab is delivering solutions.
RELEASE: DELAWARE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSORTIUM HIRES ADMINISTRATOR - State of Delaware News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | Wednesday, December 17, 2025 Media Contact: Alexis Wrease Email: alexis.wrease@delaware.gov Phone: (302) 622-2677 Delaware Behavioral Health Consortium Hires Administrator Wilmington — The Delaware Behavioral Health Consortium (BHC) is excited to welcome Katie Leibel-Marin as its Administrator. With extensive experience in strategic development, budget management, community engagement, and board management, Leibel-Marin […]
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.
Apple Tested a MacBook With the A15 Chip
An internal Apple kernel debug kit suggests Apple has tested a MacBook with the A15 chip, alongside a separate A18 Pro-based MacBook that appears to be closer to a shippable product. The information comes from internal kernel debug kit files used by Apple engineers. The kit was accidentally released on Apple's website earlier this year, but it was quickly pulled after information started leaking out of it.
Korea’s long-term strategy for 2D materials: fundamental science is the secret of success
An interview with Moon-Ho Jo, director of the IBS Center for Van der Waals Quantum Solids in Korea
OnePlus 15R Hands-on: If only battery and refresh rate were the name of the game
If you stuff a bigger battery and faster display into a device that copies its more expensive counterpart, does that...
US Game Console Sales Crater in Worst November in Two Decades
US spending on video game consoles fell 27% last month, marking the worst November in two decades as tariffs and rising component costs pushed prices to record highs.
'False hope': Why families who celebrated California's new mental health court feel let down by it
Ronda Deplazes thought Gov. Newsom's CARE Court could save her son as he struggled with mental illness. Almost three years later, she and other families say little has changed for them.
New Public Science Center Opens at Kitt Peak National Observatory - Visitors celebrated the opening of the Windows on the Universe Center for Astronomy Outreach, the first science center located inside a telescope
Windows on the Universe Center for Astronomy Outreach is a new science education and astronomy outreach center that has just opened at U.S. National Science Foundation Kitt Peak National Observatory, a Program of NSF NOIRLab.