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Nuclear Science Committee Bureau reflects on achievements and future directions
The meeting took place on 14-16 January 2026 in Paris, France.
Inequality and unease are rising as elite Davos event opens with pro-business Trump set to attend
The Swiss town of Davos hosts the annual meeting of elites from business, government and culture this week.
Inequality and Unease Are Rising as Elite Davos Event Opens With Pro-Business Trump Set to Attend
DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — Corporate chiefs and government leaders including U.S. President Donald Trump swarm into Davos, Switzerland this week, joining an elite annual meeting that promotes dialogue and economic progress — even as a domineering tone from Washington has upended the global order and ...
OBSERVER CORPS: Marblehead LWV reports on Board of Health meeting
BOARD OF HEALTH – 1-13-26Hybrid Meeting, RecordedLWVM Observer: Tom KruegerMembers in Attendance: Andrew Petty, Tom McMahon, Tom Massaro,Amanda RitvoChair’s reportExpanded BOH -Dr. Massaro opened the meeting by saying he hadreceived a letter from state representative, Jenny Armeni, that the MAhouse had signed a bill on 12/15 and the MA senate on 12/18 permittingthe BOH to
Germany: A push to reduce the number of federal states
Bavaria's State Premier Markus Söder wants to change Germany's political map, but his proposal to merge federal states is meeting with resistance.
Northampton bar faces restricted entertainment license due to noise and safety issues
NORTHAMPTON — Noise complaints and safety concerns at a downtown bar regularly featuring live music and DJs is prompting the License Commission to temporarily restrict the days the business can have entertainment. The commission at its Jan. 7 meeting voted 3-0 to limit the entertainment license for Haze, 24 Main St., to Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays […]
If Business Travel Costs Are Eating into Your Bottom Line Then This AI Tool Could Save You Thousands
Cut overhead expenses while maintaining quality travel for client meetings and conferences with OneAir.
Colorado Politics Calendar Jan. 19-25
CoPo’s weekly political calendar will help you find political and public-policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
NL elementary students show off their science skills
A select group of Slatington Elementary students have been celebrated for putting their scientific skills to the test. Superintendent Dr. Matthew J. Link said at Monday’s school board meeting that he ...
Westfield’s third cannabis business granted provisional licenses by CCC
With a host community agreement from the city in hand, Canna Ultra Premium Westfield, which is planning to open in the former Heka facility, was granted three provisional licenses by the Cannabis Control Commission during its meeting in Worcester Thursday.
Grand Island business owner questions city support after Mayor Steele's town hall meeting
On Monday, Helzer attended Mayor Roger Steele's town hall, hoping to hear how the city plans to support small businesses and improve public transportation.
How Harmony Health's Yuba-Sutter street medicine team is making a difference
The Harmony Health Street Medicine team spends their days visiting encampments and connecting with vulnerable people, meeting them where they are and offering care outside of a clinic and without barriers.
Bills at Broncos: Final scores of their last five meetings
A look back at the last five Bills and Broncos games.
Know a business hiring for summer? Check out the BCHS Summer Job & Hiring Fair - Bethlehem Central School District
Bethlehem Central School District invites local businesses to participate in our High School Summer Job & Hiring Fair, connecting employers with students seeking summer, part-time, and entry-level work. The fair is a great way for local companies to support student career readiness while meeting potential future employees. BCHS Summer Job & Hiring Fair is March … Continue reading "Know a business hiring for summer? Check out the BCHS Summer Job & Hiring Fair"
St. Louis Science Center cancels MLK Day showcase, halts YES teen program
One month ago today, the Saint Louis Science Center convened a meeting of staff assigned to its Community Science program—and then informed all of them they were being let go, effective immediately. The staffers supervised the science center’s long-running Youth Exploring Science program, better known as YES, which supports local students from underserved communities with […]
Baltimore meeting focuses on police response to mental health crises
New speaker takes over council at first meeting
Menin announced leadership team and committee assignments.
Baltimore meeting focuses on police response to mental health crises
Venezuela's Machado says she presented Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she presented President Donald Trump her Nobel Peace Prize medal during their Jan. 15 meeting.
Big problems in a big world : The NPR Politics Podcast
Between pledging support for protesters in Iran, calling once again for the U.S. annexation of Greenland, and meeting with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, it's been a busy week for President Trump on the global stage. We look at why the White House wants to be involved in so many geopolitical issues despite the president's campaign pledges to be less invested in global affairs, and what outcomes the Trump administration wants in each location.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and national security correspondent Greg Myre.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
WATCH LIVE: White House news briefing may address Machado meeting, Insurrection Act threat
New York officials push back on Trump's sanctuary city funding threat
Gov. Kathy Hochul warned the state would take legal action.
Patriots’ playoff history vs. Texans has been lopsided
On Sunday, the Patriots will host the Texans for a third playoff meeting in the last 14 years.
Belton seeks public input on entertainment, retail development in neighborhood meeting
On Thursday evening the City of Belton will host a neighborhood meeting to gather input on a major development project in the city.
Energy affordability takes center stage at Florida GOP annual meeting
Republican leaders say voters want lower power bills, grid security, and an all-of-the-above energy strategy.
Small Business Focus: A seat at the table — why BizLaunch’s Small Business Coordinating Council is a must for local entrepreneurs
This article is written and sponsored by Arlington Economic Development. Since 2003, Arlington’s Small Business Coordinating Council (SBCC) has convened business leaders from across the D.C. region to exchange insights, tackle shared challenges and stay ahead of the trends shaping today’s entrepreneurial landscape. More than a meeting, SBCC serves as a collaborative forum where ideas
Sunday early voting curtailed for some counties in March primaries
At a meeting Tuesday, Jan. 13, the N.C. State Board of Elections adopted early voting plans for 12 counties, but not without public opposition.
‘Expansionism is on his mind’: The ‘Inside Politics’ panel explores Trump’s mindset ahead of a key WH meeting on Greenland
Zohran Mamdani’s Head of NYC Media and Entertainment Office on Meeting With SAG-AFTRA, Bringing Projects Back From Europe: ‘We Are Prioritizing the Workers Who Run These Productions’
Zohran Mamdani's newly appointed commissioner of the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment, Rafael Espinal, discusses unions, productions, more.
Live updates: Vance and Rubio to hold meeting on Greenland as Trump faces Venezuela war powers vote
Malvern Council Adopts New City Camping Fees, Introduces Ordinance for Downtown Entertainment District
The Malvern City Council met for their first regular monthly meeting of 2026 on Monday night, approving ordinances for camping regulations and city insurance purchases, tabling discussion on the city's
Prof. Dorit Reiss Wins National Award for Distinguished Service in Health Law - UC Law San Francisco (Formerly UC Hastings)
Professor Dorit Reiss, who brings legal expertise to public health debates, has received a national award for her lasting contributions to the field as a scholar, policy adviser, and mentor. Faculty Who Lead: Dorit Reiss Professor Dorit Reiss receives the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the AALS Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care. She is a leading expert on vaccine law, advising policymakers and providing expert analysis to journalists. Reiss mentors future health law scholars and combats misinformation online through evidence-based public education. Professor Dorit Reiss, a leading voice on vaccine law and policy, has won a national award recognizing her contributions to health law. She received the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care. Presented at the AALS Annual Meeting in January, the award honors sustained service to public health and the health law academy through advocacy, public education, and mentorship. In presenting the award, Professor Doron Dorfman of Seton Hall Law School, chair-elect of the AALS Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care, described Reiss as “a committed public health advocate who has used her expertise to influence vaccine policy, research, and practice at both the state and federal levels for nearly two decades.” Reiss leads a widely read vaccine law listserv that provides real-time updates on litigation, regulatory developments, advisory committee proceedings, and public comment opportunities. The resource has become an important tool for lawyers, scholars, journalists, and public health professionals tracking fast-moving developments in vaccine policy. Her service extends to policymaking as well. She has supported vaccine-related legislation in California, testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on vaccine mandates and non-medical exemptions, and serves on the Parent Advisory Board of Voices for Vaccines, a parent-led organization focused on reducing vaccine-preventable disease. Dorfman also highlighted Reiss’ active role in robust debates over vaccine safety and related laws and policies. “She directly engages misinformation by responding to anti-vaccination claims on social media with careful, evidence-based rebuttals,” Dorfman said. As federal vaccine policy undergoes significant change, Reiss has become a trusted source for major national news outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and CNN, which regularly seek her expert analysis on new policies and decisions. Dorfman noted that Reiss is widely respected for her mentorship of health law faculty and scholars. “She is consistently generous with her time—approachable, willing to provide feedback, and a mentor to many in the field, including myself,” he said. At UC Law SF, Reiss brings the spirit of public service into the classroom, helping students understand how legal frameworks translate into real-world public health outcomes. She holds the James Edgar Hervey ’50 Chair of Litigation, a position that recognizes faculty excellence in the field of litigation. The Distinguished Service Award highlights her sustained commitment to evidence-based vaccine policy, public education, and mentorship during a pivotal time for public health law.
Despite concerns, Oakland Co. health says Legionella response adequate
Oakland County health and facilities officials argue their timeline for testing county facilities for bacteria that causes Legionnaires' Disease was adequate in response concerns from a commissioner who put them under the microscope at a Tuesday committee meeting.
Small Town Politics: City concerns on display in the city of Quitman
The city of Quitman is under the microscope after a recent special called city meeting sparked concerns about the council’s decisions to hire, fire, and re-interview city employees. WALB’s Investigative Reporter Brittanye Blake explains what’s next for the city.
Livermore Falls weighs possible moratorium on cannabis businesses
At its Jan. 6 meeting, the Select Board said current fees will stay the same while it reviews the cannabis ordinance.
Western Pacific Region achieves milestone: 19 countries complete comprehensive health information system assessments
The Health Information and Digital Health (HID) unit in the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific has successfully supported 19 countries, covering 99% of the Region’s population, to conduct comprehensive health information system (HIS) assessments, surpassing the regional target of 15 set for 2025 and advancing efforts toward universal health coverage. Using SCORE, a technical package of essential interventions, recommended actions, tool and resources developed by WHO and partners to address challenges in meeting HIS needs, these assessments systematically assess health data availability and quality, enabling countries to monitor trends, identify and respond to emerging health challenges, and improve policies and programmes for healthier families, communities and societies. The first round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2019-2021 in 14 countries in the Region and over 130 countries globally. The second round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2024-2025.SCORE assessments are a key priority identified by Member States and WHO at all levels, including within WHO-Country/Multi-Country Cooperation Strategies, the Regional Vision Weaving Health for Families, Communities and Societies in the Western Pacific Region (2025–2029), and the WHO Fourteenth General Programme of Work (GPW 14, 2025–2028). Within the Regional Vision, implementing SCORE assessments is a key action for technology and innovation to advance health equity (strand 5).The SCORE for Health Data technical package is based on five key interventions, represented by the acronym SCORE. Interventions S, C and O focus on strengthening core data sources. Survey (S) covers population-based health surveys, surveillance systems and censuses, including their capacity to monitor health-related SDGs. Count (C) focuses on birth, death and cause of death registration as parts of a functional CRVS system. Optimize (O) addresses routine health service data and key health service inputs such as health financing and health workforce.Interventions R and E focus on data use for action. Review (R) examines regular analytical reviews of health sector progress and performance, together with national analytical capacity. Enable (E) looks at the policy, governance, and digital foundations needed to support effective data use.The Western Pacific Region shows relatively strong performance in the Review (R) and Count (C) interventions. Most countries in the Region demonstrate good analytical reporting and institutional capacity for analysis and learning. More than two-thirds of countries show more mature CRVS systems, driven by improvements in birth and death registration. However, medical certification of cause-of-death remains a key gap, with limited or low coverage in over half of countries in the Region.Performance under the Survey (S) intervention is mixed. While surveillance systems are generally strong, several countries in the Region continue to face challenges in implementing their surveys and censuses. Monitoring health-related SDGs is still a challenge for more than a third of countries in the Region.The greatest challenges are observed in the Optimize (O) and Enable (E) interventions. More than half of countries have lower maturity levels in routine health service and resource systems. Two-thirds of countries also face challenges with effective use of data and evidence for policy and action, largely due to gaps in digital infrastructure, governance and legislation for health data systems, and especially in data and sharing.  As part of the SCORE methodology, multi-stakeholder consultations and validation workshops were conducted in many countries to review findings and plan strategies for HIS strengthening. The HID unit continues to provide targeted support to facilitate dialogue and assist countries in developing HIS improvement plans. These plans guide governments and partners to align investments and coordinate efforts for maximum impact.WHO also assists countries with tailored technical support to address key gaps as requested by countries/national health authorities. SCORE assessments should be conducted periodically to monitor progress in HIS strengthening, although progress across addressing gaps identified in SCORE should be continually tracked as countries implement improvements.Additional countries will be supported to implement SCORE in 2026. The Regional Vision delivery-for-impact target, endorsed by Member States, is for all countries and areas to have implemented SCORE assessments and have an increased SCORE index by 2029 while WHO is aiming for 80% of Member States in the Region to conduct round two assessments. Countries yet to complete assessments are therefore encouraged to contact the HID unit at the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific for tailored support.The implementation of SCORE HIS assessments in the Western Pacific Region was supported by The Gates Family Foundation.
Vacaville council to discuss establishing entertainment zones
VACAVILLE — The City Council will talk entertainment zones at Tuesday's meeting.
Behind the scenes of who is attending Trump's oil executive meeting after Maduro operation
President Donald Trump meets with major oil companies after successful military operation captured Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and wife Cilia Flores on narcotics charges.
Founders Market & Co. is first business to transition to employee ownership through Chip Cargas' nonprofit
In October, the employees of Lancaster-based Founders Market & Co. were brought into a meeting and given sweat equity grants, which promise an amount of ownership shares dependent on how
Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth calls crucial Reality Labs all-hands meeting
Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth calls key all-hands meeting at Reality Labs as the division faces budget cuts, strategic shifts to AI, and layoffs last year.
Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth calls crucial Reality Labs all-hands meeting
Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth calls key all-hands meeting at Reality Labs as the division faces budget cuts, strategic shifts to AI, and layoffs last year.
Energy executives strategize to try and preempt Trump demands on Venezuela
Top energy executives are weighing telling President Donald Trump that the industry can increase Venezuela’s oil output by hundreds of thousands of barrels per day over the coming months, people familiar with the preparations for Friday’s White House meeting told CNN.
Replit boss: CEOs can vibe code ideas themselves without engineers
Replit CEO Amjad Masad says CEOs are showing up to meetings with prototypes, and product managers may just be "some of the best vibe coders."
Texarkana Entertainment District implements new hours, alcohol rules
Changes are coming to the Entertainment District in downtown Texarkana, Ark. after Monday night’s (Jan. 5) Board of Director’s meeting.
2031 Super Bowl bid headlines potential windfall for New Orleans sports from New York summit meeting
Pro sports in New Orleans received a major boost this week, including another potential Super Bowl.
Trump Says He Will Meet With Health Insurers 'In a Few Days'
WASHINGTON, Jan 6 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would meet with representatives from every health insurance company soon, after saying last month that he wanted to talk to them about lowering their prices. "I'm going to meet with them in a few days, I'm meeting ...
Trump and House Republicans are meeting to talk about their election-year agenda
President Donald Trump is meeting with House Republicans to align on their policy and political agenda at the start of a critical midterm election year
Full-length Replay: Big Ten Men's: Nebraska at Ohio St.
The Buckeyes host the No. 13 Cornhuskers. Nebraska won their last meeting in February 2025.
Harris Health hosts town hall meeting to discuss Ben Taub expansion involving Hermann Park
Harris Health is hosting a town hall meeting Monday night in Harris County Precinct 2 to discuss plans to use eminent domain to acquire a portion of Hermann Park for the expansion of Ben Taub Hospital.
UN Security Council held an emergency meeting Monday after Venezuela raid
The top United Nations official warns America may have violated international law with its unilateral action
Full-length Replay: Washington at Indiana
The Hoosiers host the Huskies. Indiana won the last meeting in this series in March 2025.
The subtle independence at the heart of Ben Nighthorse Campbell’s shrewd politics
To have known Ben Nighthorse Campbell was to like him. He had a knack for putting people at ease, making them look forward to another meeting. I certainly felt that way. It wasn’t just his humor or his mesmerizing intensity, but his lack of pretense. Ben decided to be himself long before he became a […]
French far right courts business leaders as it prepares for power
Rassemblement National leader Jordan Bardella holds once-taboo meetings with CEOs and investors
First meeting of new Troy City Council set for Monday
It comes after Democrats swept the entire council in this past November's elections.
Plaud launches a new AI pin and a desktop meeting notetaker
Plaud is going after the likes of Granola to launch a desktop app that records online meetings
Calendar Jan. 5-11
CoPo’s weekly political calendar will help you find political and public-policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
Texarkana, Arkansas, could finalize entertainment district changes Monday
TEXARKANA, Ark. -- Modifying the entertainment district is on the agenda for the first meeting of the year for the city's Board of Directors.
Residents push back on UAF’s plan to sell Bristol Bay’s Applied Science building
UAF presented to the community its intention to sell the secondary campus building at a town hall meeting last month.
Trump news at a glance: president denies falling asleep in public meetings as he defends ‘perfect’ health
In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Trump robustly defended his health after the first year of his second term in office raised growing questions. Key US politics stories from 1 January 2026
Redistricting fallout and Beau Bayh's campaign: The top political stories to watch in 2026
Will Joe Hogsett run for another term? And what happens to the grand jury investigation into Micah Beckwith's office? What we're watching in 2026
Previewing Louisville at Cal
Louisville Cardinals (10-2, 0-0) at California Golden Bears (12-1, 0-0) Game Time: 9 p.m. Location: Haas Pavilion: Berkeley, Calif. Television: ACC Network Announcers: Chris Sylvester (play-by-play) and Ben Braun (analysis) Favorite: Louisville by 8.5 Series: Tied, 1-1 Last Meeting: Louisville won, 85-68, on March 5, 2025 in Louisville Series History: Louisville Cal Injury Reports: Statistics: Relevant Videos: Cal’s Season to Date: […]
Nottingham Forest v Everton: Key stats and talking points
Nottingham Forest ended 2024 by beating Everton away but they have only earned one point from the past five Premier League meetings between the sides at the City Ground. BBC Sport explores some of the talking points for Tuesday's game. Sean Dyche has switched clubs in 2025 but otherwise ends the year the way he began it, in a relegation scrap.
Takeaways from Trump and Netanyahu’s meeting in Florida
President Donald Trump’s Monday meeting in Florida at Mar-a-Lago with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu generated plenty of warm words — but no clear progress in their peace plan for Gaza.
Zelensky works yet again to break Putin's hold on Trump
Few signs of progress toward a peace agreement materialize from the meeting at Mar-a-Lago.
Silver and other precious metals hit new peaks before falling back; oil price rises after Trump-Zelenskyy meeting
Rally in precious metals triggered by US interest rate cut hopes, hedging against geopolitical uncertainty
Takeaways from Trump’s meeting with Zelensky in Florida
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky traded freezing, missile-tormented Kyiv on Sunday for the frescoed dining room at Mar-a-Lago, where he hoped to gain President Donald Trump’s sign-off on a revised 20-point peace plan to end the war in his country.
Snowflake's CEO shares his 4 rules for effective meetings
Sridhar Ramaswamy told Business Insider that while "meetings are like bureaucracies," he depends on them to make decisions.
Politics chat: Trump meets Zelenskyy; American heritage creates GOP rift
President Trump is meeting with Ukrainian Pres. Volodymyr Zelenskyy today and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tomorrow.
Magic lack energy, effort in loss to visiting Hornets
ORLANDO, Fla. — Before the Magic took to the Kia Center court against the Hornets on Friday night, coach Jamahl Mosley said Charlotte‘s 10-20 record wasn’t indicative of what the team was capable of accomplishing. Mosley made it clear Orlando needed to focus on taking care of the little things in order to secure the desired outcome during their second meeting of the season against the ...
John Harbaugh rejects claim that Lamar Jackson has slept in Ravens meetings, says relationship with QB is A+
Resident shares concerns over possible entertainment district for downtown Oxford
OXFORD — There was a light agenda for the Oxford City Council meeting Tuesday night.
Bucks County nursing home in fatal explosion has history of violations
The new owners of a Bristol nursing home where 2 died in an explosion is attempting to correct "longstanding" issues with meeting state standards.
RWJBarnabas Health Welcomes Rutgers Faculty to Harvest
We were proud to welcome leadership and faculty from Rutgers University-Newark and Rutgers Business School for a meeting of the minds and a tour of Harvest: an RWJBarnabas Health Farm to Community Center, slated to open early next year.
Football gossip: Guehi, Rashford, Strand Larsen, Dragusin, Tavares, Gila, Guilherme
Barcelona cool their interest in Marc Guehi after meeting his agents, but Marcus Rashford wants to remain at the Spanish club, and Crystal Palace rival West Ham for Wolves' Jorgen Strand Larsen, plus more.
Caleb Tiernan Set for ‘Poetic’ Send-off at GameAbove Sports Bowl
Offensive line coach Bill O'Boyle saw a common thread emerge in his one-on-one player meetings at the regular season's conclusion.
Business power broker departs Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
Gale Castillo will remain board chair through the end of December and attend board meetings in an advisory role for another three months, she said.
Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. Announces Filing and Mailing of Information Circular and Receipt of Interim Order in Connection With Plan of Arrangement With Blue Ant Media Corporation
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, December 22, 2025--Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (TSXV: TBRD, OTCQX: THBRF), ("Thunderbird" or the "Company") a global award-winning, full-service multiplatform production, distribution and rights management company, is pleased to announce that it has filed its management information circular (the "Information Circular") in connection with Thunderbird’s upcoming special meeting (the "Meeting") of the holders (the "Shareholders") of Thunderbird’s common shares
Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith jabs Miami over 2002 national title ahead of CFP meeting
Ohio State can improve to 2-0 against the Hurricanes in postseason matchups with a victory in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals
CfA Science in the Press at AAS 247 | Center for Astrophysics
Cambridge, Mass. (December 22, 2025)— New scientific results from across the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian (CfA) will be revealed at multiple press conferences and presentations during the 247th meeting of the American Astronomical Society (AAS) from January 5-8, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona.Presentations will highlight new research, including a deeper look into little red dots, a more complete census of active galactic nuclei, and uncovering properties of early universe dwarf galaxies, a look at Betelgeuse’s binary companion.
Editorial: Legal opinion needed on partial sale of MSU sports
Before Michigan State University moves further long with a partial privatization of its athletic department, an essential question must be answered.
Clair Obscur Is Having Its Indie Game Game Of The Year Award Stripped Away Due To AI Use
The Indie Game Awards presented the award last night, only to strip it hours later.
‘Better than the hallway.’ Science students thrive in new, expansive Saline STEAM center
The center has a large, flexible space, an open classroom outfitted with small group meetings rooms and a robotics workshop and practice field.
Board approves budget modification to backfill $2.4 million in CareOregon behavioral health cuts
On Thursday, Dec. 11, the Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a $2.4 million budget adjustment to fill part of a $4.6 million gap in behavioral health services.
Trump seeks meeting with health insurers, eyes price cuts
U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said he wants to meet with health insurers in coming weeks in a bid for lower prices, saying that could be another way to lower healthcare costs as millions of Americans face a potential spike in premiums.
Trump to Summon Health Insurers to Ask for Premium Cuts
“I’m going to call a meeting of the insurance companies,” Trump told reporters on Friday at the White House. AHIP, a trade group representing health insurers, said premiums reflect the cost of medical care and that insurers’ margins and administrative costs are regulated.
A Somber Mood at Science Meeting as Trump Budget Cuts Continue
News of the breakup of a leading science institution rippled through an annual gathering of Earth, ocean and space scientists. Many say American science is suffering under the Trump administration.
Five Takeaways From the World’s Biggest Earth Science Meeting
The world’s biggest Earth science conference had a shocking backdrop this year, with the Trump administration announcing that it plans to close an iconic climate research lab. Suffice to say, that changed the tone of the gathering.
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[...]
Frustrations mount among survivors about House Democrats’ selective releases of Epstein files and photos
A number of Jeffrey Epstein survivors voiced their concern in a private meeting with female Democratic lawmakers earlier this week about the intermittent disclosure of Epstein-related documents and photos by Democrats on the House Oversight Committee, sharing that the selective publication of materials was distressing, four sources familiar with the call told CNN.
100 Years Ago, the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters Changed Black
The fact that the meeting was even happening was enough to produce an air of subversive excitement. One hundred years ago on August 25, 1925, Black sleeping car porters, hoping to form a union at the
Finley: MSU's sports IPO may cost it control of teams
Selling shares in athletic program raises questions about who's in charge
Council to hold last stated meeting of term
As many as 70 bills could be voted, with some already facing opposition.
Inside xAI's all-hands: Elon Musk says if the company can survive the next 2 to 3 years, it will come out on top
At a companywide meeting at xAI's San Francisco headquarters, Musk discussed the company's future, its finances, and data centers in space.
NU administration addresses employee concerns about health care shift at special Faculty Senate meeting
Following Northwestern’s announcement that UnitedHealthcare will replace Blue Cross Blue Shield as the University’s employee health care administrator, human resources representatives fielded faculty concerns at a special Faculty Senate meeting Thursday. The University announced June 12 that all medical plans for NU faculty and staff will be administered by UnitedHealthcare starting Jan. 1, 2026. Faculty...
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.
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