SCROLL NEWS / DISCOVERY
Search headlines
Find the stories shaping the conversation.
Results for " pit " 13,054 found 🔀 AI-powered Shuffle
Scientists discover a surprising secret behind the human brain’s wrinkles
Scientists have discovered why common marmosets have unusually small, smooth brains despite starting development much like other primates. The secret lies in subtle changes to brain-building cells that slow neuron production, revealing new clues about how the large, folded human brain evolved.
'Hamilton' dance workshop celebrates importance of art in politics
On Sunday, the Rutgers Democracy Lab and Livingston Theatre Company hosted "Hamilton: Arts, Democracy & Dance" to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States as well as the Eagleton Institute of Politics' 70th anniversary. Held at the College Avenue Student Center, this event was an opportunity to showcase the intersection of arts and democracy, to discuss this serendipitous connection and to learn some choreography from the Broadway hit musical.
Health Secretary RFK Jr. visited JPS, Fort Worth. Here’s what he said
The health and human services secretary was at the hospital to announce a national plan for kidney health.
Reeves awards $32 million in federal funds to develop healthcare workforce and psychiatric services
Gov. Tate Reeves on Wednesday awarded $32 million for healthcare workforce development and psychiatric emergency services as a part of a federal program to improve rural healthcare.
Dallas business owner pistol whipped during robbery, police search for suspect
Dallas Police are searching for a robbery suspect who they say pistol whipped a Cedar Crest business owner and sent him to the hospital.
Paul George Makes Celtics History With Record Breaking Debut
Paul George wasted little time making history with the Boston Celtics, delivering a spectacular performance in his first game with the franchise. Despite Boston suffering a 121-113 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night, George gave Celtics fans plenty of reasons to be excited about what he could bring to the team this season.…
Capitol Hill Lutheran Church receives $500,000 grant for historic restoration
Capitol Hill Lutheran Church in Des Moines was given a $500,000 matching grant from the National Fund for Sacred Places to support restoration of its historic tower and steeple. The church, established in 1886, is one of 30 congregations nationwide selected to share more than $9.1 million in funding this year. The National Fund for…
White River Health leaving UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage network in 2027
White River Health announced Wednesday that its hospitals and facility-based services will leave the UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage network effective Jan. 1, 2027.
Billy Porter launches Audacity Project to get Black Pittsburgh teens into entertainment jobs
Billy Porter found his way into the entertainment industry thanks in part to an afterschool theater program in sixth grade — and a high school theater...
Integris Health to join Kaiser Permanente's Risant Health
Kaiser Permanente’s Risant Health has tapped Oklahoma’s largest nonprofit provider as the next to join its growing cadre of regional health systems. | Pending approvals, Oklahoma's largest nonprofit health system will follow in the footsteps of Geisinger Health and Cone Health in seeking outside investment and tech-enabled value-based care know-how from the Kaiser subsidiary.
Apogem Capital Leads Minority Investment in Family Care Center
Revelstoke-backed Family Care Center announced it closed a minority equity sale led by Apogem Capital and additional investors. The provider said the new
Apogem Capital Leads Minority Investment in Family Care Center
Revelstoke-backed Family Care Center announced it closed a minority equity sale led by Apogem Capital and additional investors. The provider said the new
How Integris Health became OKC's largest hospital network
Integris Health grew from a single hospital to Oklahoma City's largest hospital network. Here is a look at its 67-year history in photos.
Constitutional Amendments Bring Polarizing Politics to The State
Partisan clashes have spawned votes on three proposed amendments to the Wisconsin constitution, prompting much debate over GOP and Democratic policies.
CentraCare healthcare system to acquire Stellis Health in merger of central Minnesota providers
The two organizations already have a history of collaboration, including at CentraCare-Monticello hospital, where Stellis physicians provide care. The move comes as Minnesota’s healthcare systems face increasing financial pressures.
Johnson pitches election-year budget with focus on ‘fair share’ taxes on businesses
Johnson’s proposal doubles as his re-election message as he campaigns not only against a crowded mayoral field, but a majority of the City Council he has battled.
Populous and Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment Debut Phase Three of Barclays Center Transformation
Brooklyn-inspired hospitality spaces and a reimagined fan arrival experience advance a long-term vision for the arena.——–A reimagined 9,000-square-foot hospitality destination was also debuted and inspired by the layered evolution of Brooklyn’s Dumbo neighborhood and Barclays Center’s tradition of celebrating the borough through thoughtfully designed spaces. Steel trusses span the high ceilings, while brick and concrete finishes […]
Populous and Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment Debut Phase Three of Barclays Center Transformation
Brooklyn-inspired hospitality spaces and a reimagined fan arrival experience advance a long-term vision for the arena.——–A reimagined 9,000-square-foot hospitality destination was also debuted and inspired by the layered evolution of Brooklyn’s Dumbo neighborhood and Barclays Center’s tradition of celebrating the borough through thoughtfully designed spaces. Steel trusses span the high ceilings, while brick and concrete finishes […]
Hackensack Meridian Health moves to add New Jersey hospital
Hackensack has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Hunterdon Health and has pledged to invest $230 million in upgrades.
BioWare Becomes First Major Casualty Of Saudi Arabia's EA Takeover
When news came out that Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund had taken a majority stake in Electronic Arts last September, it was clear to anyone familiar with Saudi Arabia, EA, private equity, or capitalism that the move would make an already terrible gaming company even worse. I wrote as much at the time, and though…
Seneca begins $8.9M sports lounge project at Niagara casino
The Seneca Nation’s gaming enterprise, Seneca Resorts & Casinos, has begun construction on an $8.9 million Seneca Sports Lounge at its Niagara location, adding another major project to a growing list of capital investments across its properties. The venue is being built on the west concourse near the Bear’s Den Showroom, in the former Blues […]
Film and TV shoots in L.A. continue to drop despite state tax credit
L.A. logged 4,171 on-location shoot days last quarter, down 4.8% from a year earlier, but tax-credit projects made up a growing share of TV and film work.
As Ohio attack ad backfires, Vivek Ramaswamy doubles down
The Republican candidate for governor is airing an ad featuring his opponent’s estranged mother despite bipartisan pushback.
CentraCare to Partner with Stellis Health
(KNSI) - CentraCare and Stellis Health have announced plans for Stellis to become part of CentraCare. Together...
Maryland artist creates Black maternal health flag out of hospital baby blankets
“Black maternal health deserved a symbol and something to bring awareness,” Prince George’s County artist Lex Marie said.
Trump shuffles key federal panel ahead of vote on his arch
Four Trump political appointees were added to the National Capital Planning Commission, which could approve the president’s project on Nov. 5.
Baba nabs $40M series A, backed by FirstMark Capital and CVS Health Ventures, for AI-powered Medicare patient navigation
Applied artificial intelligence company Baba
Dodgers Free Agent Skubal Revealed He Rejected Traditional Starter Rituals
Ditching the isolation of pitchers like Los Angeles Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw, Tarik Skubal embraced a mentally freeing pre-game routine without silent superstitions.
First-person Soulslike Valor Mortis is already making a profit after seven days, despite launching against some stiff competition
Ghostrunner studio One More Level is wall-running toward another success with Valor Mortis, which has already broken even after a week on sale.
Should the pulpit be political? 2819 Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell shares his view.
AJC producer Najja Parker asks Philip Anthony Mitchell about pastors’ role in politics and what could be lost if the Black church label disappears.
Race To Uncover Travel Path Of Nigeria's First Ebola Patient
Nigeria's lone Ebola patient was only diagnosed almost two weeks after showing symptoms – and is reported to have travelled to the capital, Abuja, from Uganda
Integris Health sold to Kaiser Permanente Division
Kaiser Permanente’s Risant Health would add the 16-hospital Oklahoma system to its growing nonprofit network
Christina Applegate’s Health Journey, From Early MS Symptoms to Learning She was Misdiagnosed
After years of treatment, hospitalizations and pain, the actor says her misdiagnosis isn’t welcome news.
How to save money on sports without giving up the games
Current reports on saving money while enjoying sports despite rising costs.
Kennedy, Bean to meet Florida health leaders in Orange Park on national nutrition pledges
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean will meet with higher education and hospital leaders Wednesday for a closed roundtable in Orange Park about Florida institutions joining two federal nutrition initiatives.
Your 2026 NFL Week 7 announcing schedule
The NFL will have its first-ever regular-season game in Paris in Week 7, even amid the civil unrest in France. Dave Pasch, Jason Kelce, and Kurt Warner will return to their international booth duties (after Bob Wischusen and Louis Riddick stepped in for Week 7) to call the Pittsburgh Steelers-New Orleans Saints game for NFL…
Steelers vs Saints: 4 big causes for concern this week
The Steelers and Saints square off in Paris this week and there are some serious concerns for this week's game.
Why Brewers Must Put May on World Series Roster
Despite recent struggles, the veteran reliever brings the only championship ring to the Milwaukee Brewers clubhouse.
Florida State University computer scientist wins $100,000 grand prize at Discovery Days event
A Florida State University computer scientist won a $100,000 grand prize from cybersecurity company ReliaQuest after delivering a winning pitch for Sage,
Pulpit Politics: Johnson Amendment Rarely Enforced
The Johnson Amendment prohibits tax-exempt religious and charitable organizations from endorsing or opposing political candidates. Some Oklahoma churches have found a loophole: partnerships with other organizations let them reveal political alignments.
Thune makes bold prediction about Republicans' Senate chances as GOP pulls millions from key races
John Thune says Republicans will outperform the polls in toss-up senate races despite shifting campaign cash away from Georgia and into Kansas.
NEAR Rebounds After Launching A Business Wallet That’s ‘Confidential From The Market’, With XRP, Bitcoin And Solana Support
NEAR Business allowed teams to pay staff and vendors, swap assets, and allocate capital across more than 35 chains, including BTC, ETH, and SOL.
Wednesday Morning Links
Morning, all! A palatial home in Montserrat that used to belong to Bob Simpson is going back on the market, so if you have $2-$4 million laying around make sure to jump in on the bidding. So what are the Rangers going to do to address a pitching staff that went from one of the […]
Rural hospital independence depends on making technology count
At Nemaha County Hospital, careful IT spending, faster revenue processes and expanded access to care are central to staying viable without joining a larger health system.
Health Foundation of South Florida Opens Nominations for 2027 Inspiring Women of Health Awards - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Health Foundation of South Florida’s 2026 Inspiring Women of Health honorees and board members The Foundation celebrates seven years of honoring exceptional women advancing health equity in Broward, Miami-Dade, and […]
HCA Healthcare to Host Eighth Annual “Crush the Crisis” National Prescription Drug Take Back Day - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 21, 2026 – HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, today announced it will host its eighth annual “Crush the Crisis” national prescription drug take […]
Sarah Talebagha, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 19, 2026 – Vascular surgeon Sarah Talebagha, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, part of Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care. Dr. Talebagha specializes in […]
Franciscan Health receives stuffed animals for pediatric patients across Northwest Indiana
Pediatric patients in Franciscan Health emergency rooms, pediatric inpatient units and outpatient surgery centers in Michigan City, Chesterton, LaPorte, Dyer and Munster will now have stuffed animals to help make their hospital experience a little more comfortable, thanks to a donation by The Eva Martin Project. Representatives from The Eva Martin Project recently donated more … Continued
WA hospitals face $6B threat, new report says
Hospitals in WA could lose nearly $6 billion by 2033 due to HR 1 cuts to Medicaid, according to a new report from Sen. Maria Cantwell’s office.
Vikings Handed Worrying Packers Message Despite 5-0 Start
The Minnesota Vikings are 5-0 and sit atop the NFC North division heading into Week 7. Nonetheless, the Vikings do have teams on their tail, as both the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers are 4-2. Moreover, the Packers are building positive momentum to get themselves back in the race for the division as they […] The post Vikings Handed Worrying Packers Message Despite 5-0 Start appeared first on HEAVY.
Despite catches, Trey McBride is being woefully underused by Cardinals
While Trey McBride is tied for the NFL lead in catches, he isn't having that great a season.
National Business Capital Expands to West Coast, Appoints Veteran Investment Banker Eric D. Coonrod to Lead Institutional Partnerships
New California office marks a major milestone in National Business Capital’s continued expansion and investment in
Ob Hospitalist Group Named Newsweek AI Impact Health Award Winner for Best Health System AI Transformation
/PRNewswire/ -- Ob Hospitalist Group (OBHG), the nation's largest and only dedicated provider of OB/GYN hospitalist services and a leader in comprehensive...
Mass casualty drill to test San Antonio-area hospitals, EMS response
Handy Youth Develop Smart Fidget Device to Support Mental Health Awareness, Win National Innovation Award - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Handy Fidgibeat team South Florida teens develop Fidgibeat, a prototype that combines fidgeting with real-time heart rate and usage tracking to help inform conversations about stress and emotional well-being October […]
Tuberville blasts Alabama pastors for not speaking out on politics: ‘Quit trying to keep your jobs’
“We are not winning in the pulpit and getting up and saying ‘this is what we stand for.’"
Pulpit Politics: Johnson Amendment Rarely Enforced
Oklahoma religious leaders are navigating a murky legal landscape around the Johnson Amendment, which bars tax-exempt churches from endorsing candidates but is rarely enforced. With a recent Texas lawsuit failing and Congress considering changes, some pastors endorse candidates without consequences while others see political neutrality as a theological obligation, not just a legal one.
Steelers’ Mike McCarthy named one of best new coaches
Despite a strong start, McCarthy still ranked the lowest of the three new head coaching hires in the AFC North.
Becerra's time in Washington: Steady rise with a bumpy final ascent
In his more than 25 years in Washington, Xavier Becerra built important alliances and amassed power on Capitol Hill, but had some stumbles along the way.
Pirates have another offseason trade idea with Astros
The Pittsburgh Pirates should be busy on the trade market this offseason.
The Quiet Deadline Addition for the Rockies
The Colorado Rockies made several moves at the trade deadline as their rebuild continues. The pitching prospects the Rockies received in return rightfully got most of the headlines, as several of them landed in the Rockies' top 30. But a quiet addition to the Victor Vodnik trade with the Miami Marlins, infielder Connor Norby, became …
States Are Forcing Hospitals To Offer More People Financial Aid. In Oregon, It’s Working.
Oregon passed a law to require hospitals to proactively screen patients to see if they qualify for financial aid. Patients got immediate relief. Hospitals pushed to roll back the law following federal cuts to Medicaid and Affordable Care Act subsidies.
Duke Endowment makes big investment in NC Children’s hospital
By Anne Blythe Key Takeaways: On a heavily wooded tract near the intersection of U.S. 1 and N.C. 540 — a 220-acre spot in southern Apex so void of infrastructure it shows up only as GPS coordinates on a map, the Duke Endowment announced a transformative $100 million grant Tuesday morning. The investment will help […]
PSG licking their wounds, despite Barcelona win
Paris Saint-Germain’s win over Barcelona came at a cost. Once again, the reigning European champions put on a spectacle as they look to defend their UEFA Champions League crown. The 4-2 win will lik...
Commentary: What a new fight over chemical safety reveals about our changing politics
A new movement for human health is giving people from different backgrounds a reason to stand together.
Commentary: What a new fight over chemical safety reveals about our changing politics
For years, the politics of chemical safety seemed trapped in the same old argument. Environmental advocates called for stronger regulations. Industry warned about costs and government overreach. Democ...
States Are Forcing Hospitals To Offer More People Financial Aid. In Oregon, It’s Working.
Oregon passed a law to require hospitals to proactively screen patients to see if they qualify for financial aid. Patients got immediate relief. Hospitals pushed to roll back the law following federal cuts to Medicaid and Affordable Care Act subsidies.
Jalen Duren Has Message After Pistons Comeback Win vs. Celtics
Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren had a clear message to send after the Pistons came back and beat the Boston Celtics on opening day.Despite going down by 22 points in the game, the Pistons clawed their way back into the game against Boston and ended up winning it 121-113.It was an incredible comeback by a […] The post Jalen Duren Has Message After Pistons Comeback Win vs. Celtics appeared first on HEAVY.
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.
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.
Duke-UNC children’s hospital receives $100 million award from The Duke Endowment
The project is a collaboration between Duke Health and UNC Health to develop North Carolina’s first standalone children’s hospital, known as NC Children's Hospital. The $100 million grant marks one more step toward the planned facility’s $1 billion private fundraising goal.
A 'golden age' vs. 'we're working on it': Trump and Vance give different pitches on the economy
When Vice President JD Vance speaks on the campaign trail about the high costs Americans are facing, he often says he understands that people are hurting
Analyst predicts when the Browns may bench Deshaun Watson
Could the Browns bench Deshaun Watson at some point despite early season success.
Yankees Predicted to Steal ‘Outstanding’ World Series Pitcher This Offseason
The New York Yankees could target World Series pitcher JoJo Romero in the coming offseason, an MLB insider suggests. The post Yankees Predicted to Steal ‘Outstanding’ World Series Pitcher This Offseason appeared first on HEAVY.
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.
Lamont praises UConn health purchase of Waterbury Hospital, Fazio says ‘Nothing was done about it’
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — On the doorstep of Waterbury Hospital, Gov. Ned Lamont and a set of local political allies hailed UConn Health’s purchase of the Brass City’s largest healthcar…
Anthony Black Gets Brutally Honest About Contract With Orlando Magic
The former first-round pick reveals his mindset after missing the rookie extension deadline, addressing a mysterious injury and his commitment to winning despite looming free agency questions.
UW Health announces $140 million expansion at East Madison Hospital will open on Nov. 2
UW Health announced the East Madison Hospital will open a $140 million expansion on Nov. 2.
Hospitals: Federal changes will worsen Minnesota healthcare crisis
Minnesota hospitals had a record high of over 2 million emergency department visits in 2024. That year, more than a quarter of hospitals lost money on operations. The Minnesota Hospital Association painted a bleak picture of Minnesota healthcare Tuesday in a new report titled “A Statewide Crisis of Care.” The hospitals are gearing up for […]
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.
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.
Private contractors are set to cash in as millions of Americans lose health care
Implementing Trump’s "big, beautiful" Medicaid cuts will be a windfall for firms like Deloitte.
AFC Team Shows Interest in Former Steelers Wide Receiver
A former wide receiver of the Pittsburgh Steelers could soon have a new home in the NFL.
Could Steelers Snatch Pro Bowl WR From Latest Opponent?
The Pittsburgh Steelers could acquire another playmaker from one of their recent opponents. The Pittsburgh Steelers are once again in […]
Commentary: The slime machine in Ohio politics has reached a despicable new low in the 2026 election
I knew 11 years ago that our public discourse would be degraded down into unfathomable levels. The 2026 campaign in Ohio has now confirmed it beyond anything I could've imagined.
Alberta's decision to stay in Canada gives Carney backing to take on Trump
The overwhelming vote by Alberta to stay in Canada gives Mark Carney political capital to focus on remaking the country's economy, writes the BBC's Lyse Doucet.
30 residents of Massachusetts assisted living facility hospitalized in weeks after woman's death, health director says
Hopkinton's health director says 30 residents of Golden Pond Assisted Living Facility have been transported to the hospital in recent weeks as an investigation is ongoing at the facility.
Detroit Lions and Henry Ford Health surprise cancer patients with a tailgate celebration of their fight
On Tuesday, the Detroit Lions and Henry Ford Health brought the tailgate experience to cancer patients and their families at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.
Michigan Senate Candidates Make Dueling Pitches to Business Leaders in Detroit
Mike Rogers and Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, the candidates in the tight race, defended their economic policies at the Detroit Economic Club.
Athens High School students pitch business ideas in Shark Tank competition
Students are putting their sales skills to the test with Athens High School’s annual Shark Tank competition.
Cam Heyward Once Again Elected to Esteemed Post for Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers have elected Cam Heyward as their NFL Players Association player representative, per source. Outside linebacker Alex Highsmith, […]
Gov. Rhoden Supports Rural Health through New Hospital
News - Gov. Rhoden Supports Rural Health through New Hospital - Today, Governor Larry Rhoden supported rural health care by breaking ground on Freeman Regional Health Services' new hospital and clinic.
What happened to Ben Kindel? NHL player suffers 'medical episode' on plane
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Ben Kindel was taken to a Utah hospital Tuesday after suffering a "medical episode" on the team plane.
A community health initiative in low-income areas may reduce hospital admission rates
In this longitudinal cross-sectional RCT, 30 low-income apartment buildings in Ontario received visits from the community paramedicine clinic, resulting in…
Chandler family acquires specialty truck manufacturer
Springdale business owners Chris and Morgan Chandler recently acquired Stephenson Specialty Trucks LLC, a Parsons, Kan.-based manufacturer of vacuum, grapple, roll-off and hook lift trucks. Financial terms of the deal...
Chandler family acquires specialty truck manufacturer
Springdale business owners Chris and Morgan Chandler recently acquired Stephenson Specialty Trucks LLC, a Parsons, Kan.-based manufacturer of vacuum, grapple, roll-off and hook lift trucks. Financial terms of the deal...
Steelers Week 7 power rankings roundup: Starting to believe yet?
Pittsburgh Steelers Week 7 power rankings roundup.
Hackensack Meridian Health signs definitive agreement to acquire Hunterdon Health, commits $230M
Hackensack Meridian Health has signed a definitive agreement to pick up Central New Jersey’s Hunterdon Health, a $230 million deal that would grow the state’s largest health system to 19 total hosp | The announcement did not outline a potential timeline for the merger, which would add a nineteenth hospital to New Jersey's largest health system.