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Have scientists finally found a way to save the banana from disaster?

With the climate crisis and diseases threatening one of the world’s most popular fruits, researchers are hoping a breakthrough in breeding techniques could give the Cavendish banana a certain future

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Oct 22 • 9:00 AM EDT • Science • theguardian.com
Jelly and Ori’s flirtmance hits a rough patch in exclusive “Survivor 51” unaired scene

“The date seems pretty exhausting to me.”

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Oct 22 • 9:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • yahoo.com
Qlik Brings Governed Business Context and Analytics Workflows to Claude

Qlik’s MCP Server is now available through Anthropic’s Claude Directory, giving Claude users a simpler way to connect governed Qlik® data, analytical logic, and selected analytics and data workflows, so they can work with trusted business context instead of raw data alone. Key takeaways: Makes Qlik easier to discover and use inside Claude: Availability through Anthropic’s Claude Directory gives Claude users a more direct path to connect Qlik through MCP.Brings governed business context into Clau

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Oct 22 • 8:30 AM EDT • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Introspection required if EU Inc fails, says start-up lobbyist

European start-ups have a new voice in Brussels. Startups for Europe, created from the merger of lobby groups Allied for Startups and the European Startup Network, is hoping to harness the momentum behind EU-Inc, a campaign that united start-ups and investors behind demands for a new pan-European company regime.At a launch event for the new association in Brussels on October 1, the mood was remarkably upbeat compared to a typical Eurobubble gathering, more Silicon Valley than Schuman roundabout.When asked whether this reflects a feeling that Europe is on the right track, chief executive Serena Borbotti-Frison said it’s a “scary” moment as the continent looks to boost its competitiveness amid a new technological arms race.“What is at stake is quite intense, and the way we can answer is by delivering, but also with hope,” she told Science|Business. “It’s what our industry does. It’s not about identifying a pain point and then saying it’s too hard.”For many in the start-up community, that sense of hope is dwindling. In March, the European Commission presented its proposal for EU Inc, naming its initiative after the grassroots campaign.EU Inc was meant to be a gamechanger: the ability to incorporate within 48 hours for less than €100 and scale up across Europe; a harmonised stock option regime enabling start-ups to compete for talent; and simplified insolvency procedures for innovative start-ups to reduce the cost of failure.However, haggling by EU governments has raised concerns that EU Inc will be stripped of the very features, including stock option harmonisation, that are meant to make it attractive for companies.“I fear we are proving to ourselves that the model doesn’t work,” Borbotti-Frison said of the policymaking process. “Everyone agrees we should have EU Inc. Everyone agrees it’s hard to scale and we need to scale to answer the competitiveness [challenge], and still we cannot deliver? [. . .] What does that say about ourselves?”The Commission has made EU Inc a cornerstone of its single market reform, and has agreed with the European Parliament and the Council of the EU to target an agreement by the end of 2026. However, several points are currently holding up an agreement, including national rules around employee participation in management decisions, and the provision that employee stock options always be taxed at the point of sale. Some EU governments have reportedly pushed back on the Commission’s choice of legal basis, contending that anything related to taxation requires unanimity in the Council.Trade unions have also protested against EU Inc, fearing it will be exploited by companies looking to undermine workers’ rights.“If this doesn’t work, it’s introspection time, on the way our institutions work, maybe the way our lobbies work, and maybe the way the cooperation between them works,” Borbotti-Frison said.“Is it in the national interest? Is it a gap between political will and technical ability to operate? Is it speed? I don't know, but something needs to be fixed.”Ahead of last week’s European Council meeting, EU-Inc campaigners tried a new strategy: appealing directly to EU presidents and prime ministers. In an open letter, they urged EU leaders to “step in and give your negotiating teams a clear mandate to change course and reverse their objections to the Commission’s original proposal.”Lessons from EU-IncLike its predecessors, Startups for Europe will represent national start-up associations, but it is also targeting investors. The founding sponsors are venture capital firm Atomico and EQT, the investor selected earlier this year to manage the €5 billion Scaleup Europe Fund.It also wants to harness the knowledge and cross-border experience of European success stories. “Take the list of the 100 biggest unicorns in Europe. We are speaking to all of them,” Borbotti-Frison said. The association plans to publish a full list of supporters following the Slush tech conference in Helsinki in November.Andreas Klinger and Simon Schaefer, two key figures in the EU-Inc campaign, are both on the board of the new association, and Startups for Europe wants to take the lessons from their campaign.What was unprecedented about EU-Inc was “how rooted it was, and how strong it was in bringing everyone on board behind one clear pain point and solution to fix it,” Borbotti-Frison said. “This is an inspiration for us, and then we need to turn it into something more systematic, more bridged in Brussels, more connected to the policymaking game, and to scale it.”If it’s possible to unite such a broad coalition, it’s because the European start-up ecosystem is now mature, she said. “Maybe it was not ten years ago. Maybe it was not five years ago. But now, it’s mature to speak with one voice.”Open and liberal EuropeThe association plans to campaign on files related to three “pain points,” Borbotti-Frison said: “start and scale in Europe, fundraise and invest in Europe, and making Europe the most innovative continent.”As well as EU Inc, she cited public procurement, the EU’s simplification push, the Savings and Investments Union, and files related to AI adoption and technological sovereignty as priorities for the coming months.What these files have in common is that they relate not to subsidies but to the framework conditions influencing the availability of mostly private, or in the case of procurement, public, funding.Related articlesEmployee participation disagreement delays MEPs’ vote on EU IncCommission urges EU governments not to water down EU IncEU’s ‘ultra-fast’ €5B scale-up fund is set up to win, says its fund managerThe budget dispute over the next Horizon Europe programme will also impact start-ups, which are supported notably through the European Innovation Council. But EU innovation funding is a drop in the ocean compared to venture capital and public procurement budgets.“If competitiveness and innovation are a priority, then the [EU budget] should reflect it,” Borbotti-Frison said. However, she added that the main question is not how much public money is invested, but “how do we create the right conditions for the market to solve the problem?”The Scaleup Europe Fund mixes both approaches, using €1 billion in EU funding to crowd in private investors and address Europe’s lack of large-scale, late-stage growth funds. “It’s a proof of concept. Ideally, then the market will do it itself,” Borbotti-Frison said.Startups for Europe is also focused on bringing an alternative political narrative. Amid competing visions for open, global markets on the one side and a protectionist Europe on the other, it wants to offer “a third voice, to say we can be proudly European and build a strong continent in a liberal economy, open to the world, and global.”It can be tempting, when thinking about how Europe can better support innovation, to look across the Atlantic. But while it’s important to compare statistics to see where Europe needs to catch up, that’s where the comparison should stop, Borbotti-Frison said. “On everything else, we need to do it our own way. We don't have the same history. We don't have the same political model. We don't have the same way of life.”Many of the key files that could benefit the start-up community, including EU Inc and the Savings and Investments Union, rely on closer integration within Europe, making it easier to operate across borders.While the Commission has made deepening the single market a political priority, support at national level is more precarious. The coming months will see pivotal elections in Spain and France, while the German government has also been coming under pressure domestically. In each country, far-right parties have been gaining ground.When asked if she was concerned the political situation could jeopardise this progress, Borbotti-Frison responded: “Of course. I would be lying if I said I wasn’t.” However, she continues to believe that cooperation is the only way forward. “Doing it alone is not the solution. It’s also not who we are, it’s not the model we are building, and it’s not the scale we need.”

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Oct 22 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • sciencebusiness.net
Hans Kluge: 'WHO's Biggest Advocate, Most Candid Critic' - And An Inside Reformer?

Nominated by Belgium, Dr Hans H. Kluge enters the contest for WHO Director-General after a career spanning frontline missions to leading WHO’s 53-nation European region through COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine. Re-elected as regional director in 2024, the Belgian physician brings a quarter-century of WHO insider experience to an election defined by severe financial contraction and geopolitical strain.

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Oct 22 • 7:15 AM EDT • Health • healthpolicy-watch.news
The Daily Mauling: 10/22/26

Kansas Jayhawks News Kansas hosted Louisville for an exhibition last night. The KC Star has a write up on how it went 247’s Michael Swain takes you through everything Bill Self and the players said at media day Tre White made it very clear exactly why he came back to Kansas. He wants to win […]

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Oct 22 • 7:03 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Health insurance through work is under strain. What comes next?

Employers are struggling with rising premiums. Some are looking for a different model.

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Oct 22 • 7:00 AM EDT • Health • washingtonpost.com
Drought conditions spur early harvest for most Arkansas crops

Hot and dry weather has caused drought like conditions throughout the state and it has aided harvest efforts. The state’s top crop at more than 3 million acres, soybeans, is...

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Oct 22 • 6:48 AM EDT • Business • talkbusiness.net
National bus tour brings healthcare affordability fight to Michigan

A new poll from the health policy research organization KFF found more than six in 10 Americans are worried about affording healthcare. The issue took center stage in Kalamazoo this week as the advocacy group Protect Our Care brought its national "Sick of It! Fix Health Care Now" bus tour to the city.

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Oct 22 • 6:18 AM EDT • Health • michiganadvance.com
Community Health Center of the North Country, NAHEC to host event focusing on needs of older adults

POTSDAM — Community Health Center of the North Country and The Northern Area Health Education Center (NAHEC), through the Older Adult Rural Support (OARS) program, will host a community roundtable …

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Oct 22 • 6:14 AM EDT • Health • northcountrynow.com
Istios Health Expands Clinical Research Network into Texas Through Kidney Care Associates Partnership

Partnership strengthens Istios’s growing nephrology research network and expands community-based research capabilities across cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic diseasesPHOENIX, Oct. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Istios Health, a healthcare technology and clinical research company, today announced a partnership with Kidney Care Associates, marking its expansion into Texas and strengthening its national network for cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) disease research. The partnership builds o

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Oct 22 • 6:00 AM EDT • Health • finance.yahoo.com
‘Constitution’ at the Rep mingles the personal and political

Heidi Schreck’s 2017 play “What the Constitution Means to Me” mixes constitutional debate with personal revelation. It plays at the Rep through Nov. 15.

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Oct 22 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • stlpr.org
With 10 cats and a cowboy hat, Alfred Robles is building his comedy career

Los Angeles comedian Alfred Robles looks back on a breakthrough year that included opening for Gabriel Iglesias and Jo Koy at SoFi Stadium and releasing his first hourlong special, “El Cowboy.”

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Oct 22 • 6:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • latimes.com
Surprising new pattern of groundwater loss may signal a turning point for the Colorado River Basin

During an intense drought from 2020 to 2022, the Upper Colorado River Basin lost far more groundwater than the Lower Basin did, despite having much higher natural recharge.

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Oct 22 • 5:18 AM EDT • Science • livescience.com
Here's why a family health insurance plan costs more than $28,000

The average family health insurance plan offered through an employer cost $28,303 this year, an increase of 5% from a year ago, according to KFF.

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Oct 22 • 5:10 AM EDT • Health • usatoday.com
Entertainment

Cumberland Theatre will present “The Pillowman,” an award-winning psychological thriller by Martin McDonagh, through Oct. 25. Directed by Nick Hrutkey, the production features Pierce Bunch, Aaron Civello, Brian Records, and

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Oct 22 • 5:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • bedfordgazette.com
High health costs squeeze workers, even if you have good insurance through a job

About 157 million Americans get their health insurance through work. A survey of employers shows a moderate price uptick this year, but workers still say health costs are a top concern.

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Oct 22 • 5:00 AM EDT • Health • npr.org
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The iPhone Duo’s crease gets a lot more visible after 10,000 folds.

YouTuber Tim Pan put the new Apple foldable through a total of 11,500 folds, a thousand of which were in freezing conditions. Like Joanna Stern, he found the hinge holds up well, but like any other foldable, the crease gets a lot more visible (and a bit more even after only 500), matte display or not. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/Screen-Shot-2026-10-22-at-09.09.47-AM.png?quality=90&strip=all]

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Oct 22 • 4:18 AM EDT • Technology • theverge.com
Burning through Türkiye's GDP: The high cost of fossil fuel PM2.5 pollution on public health – Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air

Türkiye’s reliance on fossil fuels is generating massive air pollution health costs both within the country and throughout the region. This report finds that fossil fuels account for more than half (52%) of Türkiye’s population exposure to PM2.5 air pollution. The cumulative health impacts are estimated to cost the Turkish economy approximately USD 55 billion each year, equivalent to 4.1% of national GDP in 2024. The pollution is also responsible for roughly 26,500 deaths per year in the country, including deaths from cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, lung cancer, stroke, and diabetes.The impacts begin at the very start of life, with fossil-fuel-derived PM2.5 pollution contributing to an estimated 8,000 preterm births, 8,200 low-birthweight infants, 5,100 new cases of childhood asthma, and 6,500 emergency-room visits for asthma each year in Türkiye.Beyond the estimated deaths each year in Türkiye, air pollution from the country’s fossil fuel emissions also contributes to deaths and economic losses in neighbouring countries. In 2024, these emissions were estimated to cause: 32,000 deaths and USD 2.1 billion in economic burden in Egypt; 1,700 deaths and USD 0.2 billion in economic burden in Syria; 800 deaths and USD 0.8 billion in economic burden in Iraq; 500 deaths and USD 4.5 billion in economic burden in Israel; and 400 deaths and USD 1.5 billion in economic burden in Greece.Türkiye currently has no national ambient air-quality standard for PM2.5, despite the substantial health burden associated with exposure to the pollutant. Figure — The percentage of annual PM2.5 emissions in Türkiye’s fossil fuel emissions, using the EMEP emission inventory and EMEP MSC-W chemical transport model Key findings Türkiye’s fossil fuel emissions (from domestic sources as well as international aviation and shipping) account for 52% of population exposure to PM₂.₅ nationwide. PM2.5 pollution attributable to Türkiye’s fossil fuel use is responsible for approximately 26,500 deaths in the country every year, including deaths from cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, lung cancer, stroke, and diabetes. Children are among the most affected, with fossil fuel-derived PM2.5 pollution contributing to an estimated 8,000 preterm births, 8,200 low-birth-weight infants, 5,100 new cases of childhood asthma and 6,500 emergency room visits for asthma each year. The cumulative health impacts of fossil fuel-derived PM2.5 pollution are estimated to cost the Turkish economy approximately USD 55 billion each year, equivalent to 4.1% of national GDP in 2024. Transboundary pollution attributable to Türkiye’s land-based fossil fuel emissions also leads to thousands of deaths in five neighbouring countries, with estimated economic burden per year (as of 2024) reaching USD 2.1 billion in Egypt (3,200 deaths), USD 0.2 billion in Syria (1,700 deaths), USD 0.8 billion in Iraq (800 deaths), USD 4.5 billion in Israel (500 deaths), and USD 1.5 billion in Greece (400 deaths). Türkiye currently has no national ambient air quality standard for PM2.5, despite the substantial health burden associated with exposure to the pollutant. Reducing fossil fuel use and emissions across Türkiye’s energy, transport and industrial systems would deliver substantial air quality and public health benefits by reducing exposure to PM2.5 and preventing associated illness and deaths. Figure — Annual deaths attributable to Türkiye’s land-based fossil fuel emissions in the five most affected countries, based on 2024 emissions

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Oct 22 • 3:00 AM EDT • Health • energyandcleanair.org
Fires Char New Guinea

Emissions on both sides of the island are unusually high as human-set fires spread in a landscape parched by drought.

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Oct 22 • 12:01 AM EDT • Science • science.nasa.gov
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The Herald's weekly entertainment picks

Looking to be entertained from Thursday, Oct. 22, through Wednesday, Oct. 28? Check out the Skagit Valley Herald’s weekly recommendations.

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New York invests $32.5M for health care workforce training

The five-year awards run Oct. 1, 2026, through Sept. 30, 2031, and aim to help develop a stronger health care workforce.

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Oct 21 • 9:24 PM EDT • Health • wbng.com
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New Virginia program could help residents save on health insurance

VIRGINIA (CBS19 NEWS) -- Thousands of Virginians could soon see significant savings on their health insurance premiums through a new $150 million state program.

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Oct 21 • 9:18 PM EDT • Health • cbs19news.com
Reviewing Rockies Season: Hunter Goodman

Once Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman solidified his position as the team's top home run threat, he really thrived throughout a tough season.

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Oct 21 • 9:09 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Jameis Winston reacts to losing job to J.J. McCarthy

The New York Giants have had a revolving door at the quarterback position this season. Jaxson Dart opened the season as the starter, but lost his season to a brutal knee injury. A veteran journeyman was inserted into the roll to replace Dart, but after he struggled with interceptions, a common theme throughout his career,…

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Oct 21 • 8:56 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Health fair brings together 60 vendors for community education in Beckley

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The staffs of Beckley ARH Hospital and Raleigh General Hospital teamed up to present the annual Coalfields Community Health Fair. This event brought together 60 vendors from acros...

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Oct 21 • 8:29 PM EDT • Health • yahoo.com
Commission announces plan for polar hub to step up research coordination

The European Commission plans to develop an EU polar research hub to strengthen coordination and improve the alignment between science and policy. The objective, according to a Commission official, is to “better connect research, observation and scientific infrastructure, improve access to research resources and strengthen coordination with stakeholders, including Indigenous people.”Announced in a new EU Arctic strategy on October 20, there is little detail yet on how the hub will be implemented, only that it will “reinforce and expand” the European Polar Coordination Office (EPCO), which is hosted and managed by the European Polar Board (EPB) at Umeå University in Sweden. EPCO was born from the EU-PolarNet projects funded through Horizon 2020 and currently coordinates the EU Polar Cluster, a network of EU-funded collaborative polar projects.While the practical details remain to be defined, the decision sends “a clear and positive signal,” said Maria Grigoratou, head of EPCO and executive secretary of EPB. “By reinforcing EPCO, the Commission has an opportunity to build on the legacy of EU-PolarNet 2, strengthen European polar research coordination and expand cooperation with a broader range of Arctic stakeholders,” she told Science|Business.The move has been welcomed by the polar research community. “The polar research hub could play an important role in connecting existing research communities, observation systems and infrastructure, and in bringing scientific knowledge closer to policymaking, in cooperation with local communities and Indigenous people,” said Katrine Moland Hansen, director of operations at Norway’s Nansen Environmental and Remote Sensing Center.But money will be an issue. “It is clear that EPCO will need more resources and structure to function well and to make research reach policymakers,” said Kati Lindström, vice-chair of the Polar Research Committee of the Estonian Academy of Sciences. “European polar research is big if we pool the resources, and it should not only be left to enthusiastic scientists to develop networks of strategic importance in their free time.”The Arctic strategy makes a point of saying that local communities should have a greater involvement in Arctic science. “All EU Arctic research consortia are mandated to invite Indigenous people representatives to participate in projects,” it reads. “The EU also supports research that is directly led by Indigenous communities and address their challenges.”It also underlines the importance of reinforcing collaboration with like-minded partners such as Norway, Iceland, Canada, the UK, Japan and South Korea, as well as deepening its engagement with NATO. This includes the US, with which “the EU is committed to continuing a pragmatic transatlantic engagement based on shared interests and values.”Related articlesViewpoint: Does Europe dare to invest in the Arctic?Anchor Greenlanders in Arctic climate research, experts tell EU ahead of policy updateFor Moland Hansen, this open and inclusive approach to cooperation is encouraging. “The Arctic is also a strong example of why equal participation of associated countries in EU funding instruments matters.”Overall, she finds the new Arctic strategy to be ambitious, timely and comprehensive. “We particularly welcome the recognition that climate change, environmental protection, security, resilience and competitiveness are closely interconnected,” she said. “Research, observations and forecasting capabilities are essential to understanding the rapid changes taking place in the Arctic and addressing these challenges together.”Security focusWhile the Arctic strategy foregrounds security, with pledges to protect undersea cables, boost satellite monitoring, deploy more icebreakers and improve military mobility, the polar community is satisfied that environmental concerns have not been forgotten.“It is inevitable that there is a strong security angle to the EU Arctic strategy, but the impact of climate change and need for climate mitigation and resilience is also strongly recognised and includes a pledge to stay the course on climate commitments,” said Sian Prior, lead advisor to the Clean Arctic Alliance, a coalition of campaigning non-profit organisations.“We need to remember that by the time the next Multiannual Financial Framework comes to an end, in 2034, the polar regions, especially the Arctic region, will be living under a new reality when it comes to ecosystem processes, when it comes to the climate,” Grigoratou went on. “And that will affect any ambition that humans may have in the region.”Lindström agreed. “All aspects of European security are dependent on climate change in the Arctic and consequently, on climate science,” she said. “We cannot close our eyes to issues like energy security, critical minerals, northern shipping routes, dual-use technologies and others. However, it remains to be seen how well the promises to protect the environment and Indigenous rights will hold when faced with critical mineral extraction under the Critical Minerals Act.”

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Oct 21 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • sciencebusiness.net
Tracking tsunamis triggered by extreme weather

As much of Western Europe faced record-breaking temperatures and extended drought this summer, Croatia experienced another weather event that could also set a worrisome precedent.Over the course of two weeks, a series of meteorological tsunamis (meteotsunamis) struck Croatia’s Adriatic coast, alarming both residents and tourists. Social media posts showed flooded seaside promenades and people walking through knee-deep water. Fortunately, no deaths or major damage were reported.In a world where natural disasters seem to be increasing, meteotsunamis — tsunamis caused by rapid weather changes – rarely make headline news. But warming sea temperatures and changing atmospheric conditions may help explain why these phenomena could become more common, especially in shallower seas and inland lakes with wide coastal shelves.“We have definitely become more aware of them, and there have been a lot more reports of these events in the last 10 years,” says Jadranka Šepić, an associate professor of environmental physics at the University of Split whose research focuses on efforts to track meteotsunamis in real time. She is also one of Croatia’s ambassadors for Science Comes to Town (SCTT), a European Commission-funded programme aimed at making research more accessible to the public.Šepić sees two possible reasons for the apparent increase in meteotsunamis. One is that photos and videos shared on social media are providing more empirical evidence, while rising air and sea temperatures could also play a role. The geophysicist “cannot say with certainty” that warming is a contributing factor because research is still ongoing. “But I can say that previously in Croatia we might have had one exceptionally strong event every 10 or 15 years, and one strong event every five years, and within 15 days this summer we had five strong events,” Šepić notes. “This is not typical.”‘A fist against the sea surface’Unlike tsunamis that are triggered by underwater earthquakes or volcanoes, meteotsunamis are caused by sudden changes in atmospheric pressure combined with other rapidly developing weather events, such as thunderstorms. The effect “is like pushing a fist against the sea surface,” Šepić explains. The resulting oscillation intensifies as it reaches shallower water, and “can be far more destructive than a wind-driven wave because meteotsunamis are accompanied by very strong currents than can penetrate much deeper inland.” The meteotsunami, she continues, “then behaves the same as a tsunami — they slow down and grow as the sea shallows, and then grow further in places like harbours due to further shallowing and narrowing. When they come ashore, they can be very destructive — taking everything with them out to sea and then taking it back.”Croatian research institutions have tracked such sea oscillations since the 1930s because the relatively shallow Adriatic Sea is prone to meteotsunamis. The strongest recorded so far was in June 1978, according to the Adriatic Meteotsunami Catalogue, which is supported by the European Research Council (ERC), Croatian Science Foundation and the country’s leading research institutions. During that event, six-metre-high waves flooded the coastal town of Vela Luka on Korčula Island, causing major damage.Other meteotsunami “hotspots” in Europe include the Mediterranean Sea as well the Atlantic coastal shelves off France, Portugal and Spain. In June 2006, a meteotsunami with five-metre-high waves swept through the harbour of Ciutadella in Spain’s Balearic Islands, causing widespread damage to boats. Several less powerful events were reported in the Balearics and off the coast of Spain this summer, leading to some beach closures.Forecasting is challenging because of how quickly meteotsunamis can develop and their uncertain trajectory. Šepić is involved in two ERC-funded research projects — SHExtreme and MeD-Track — aimed in part at strengthening monitoring and real-time data collection. Access to accurate and immediate information is essential for early-warning systems.Early exposure to meteotsunamisŠepić first learned about meteotsunamis from her parents while growing up in Croatia. She later had the opportunity to investigate these events during her master and doctoral studies in geophysics at the University of Zagreb. The geophysicist has also conducted research at the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries in Split, the University of the Balearic Islands in Palma de Mallorca and the Institute of Ocean Science in the Canadian province of British Columbia.Projects like SCTT are important to raise awareness about research and inspiring young people to pursue studies and careers in science, notes Šepić. She credits her colleagues at the University of Split and the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries for their community outreach and engagement in the European project, which includes partner universities and institutions in Brest (France) and Kiel (Germany). As an example of town-gown collaboration, Šepić highlights her own university’s ‘Oceanographers on the Island’ programme. This initiative offers workshops and hands-on learning for children living on numerous Croatian islands.“It is a great privilege for Split to be involved in a project like Science Comes to Town, which is the first of its kind in the European Union," Šepić says. As for encouraging new generations of scientists, “This is a great effort, and I hope that we will see an effect in a few years.”Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.

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Oct 21 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • sciencebusiness.net
Emergency medicine responders meet with Becca Balint to talk rural health bottlenecks

So many of the problems EMTs deal with, providers said, catch people where they fall through the cracks of other social services.

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Oct 21 • 7:42 PM EDT • Health • vtdigger.org
Lake Explorer II Research Vessel scientists show off operations and equipment

Wednesday brought in a once in a lifetime opportunity for science lovers. They got to board the Lake Explorer II, a Great Lakes research vessel and learn about their operations

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Oct 21 • 7:33 PM EDT • Science • fox21online.com
Cirque du Soleil to bring Mexico-inspired show to Houston

Cirque du Soleil will bring its production LUZIA to Sam Houston Race Park from March 20 through May 9, featuring acrobatics and visual storytelling.

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Oct 21 • 5:33 PM EDT • Entertainment • communityimpact.com
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Gov. Reeves announces 60 awards totaling over $32 million through rural health transformation program

Gov. Tate Reeves announced 60 awards totaling over $32 million through the Mississippi Rural Health Transformation Program Wednesday.

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Oct 21 • 4:42 PM EDT • Health • wlbt.com
Built to Rise - Notre Dame Business Mendoza College of Business

From Heisman glory to business success — and through devastating loss — alum John Huarte’s life has been defined by resilience.

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Oct 21 • 4:29 PM EDT • Business • mendoza.nd.edu
$32M awarded through Mississippi Rural Health Transformation Program

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Gov. Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) announced 60 awards totaling $32,606,496.32 through the Mississippi Rural Health Transformation Program. He said the awards will help modern…

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Siletz Tribe receives $11.7M USDA grant for rural broadband

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded $11.7 million to the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians to expand high‑speed internet access in rural Lincoln County, Ore., the agency announced. The funding comes through USDA Rural Development’s ReConnect Program, which supports broadband deployment in areas that lack reliable service. The project will build a fiber network […]

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Oct 21 • 4:01 PM EDT • Business • tribalbusinessnews.com
Arizona Science Center brings back Science Skele-bration for Halloween

Arizona Science Center will explore the science behind Halloween with the return of Science Skele-bration from Saturday, Oct. 24, through Saturday, Oct. 31.

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Oct 21 • 4:00 PM EDT • Science • arizonadigitalfreepress.com
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 […]

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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 […]

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A.J. Brown on Sunday's rough outing: I'm moving forward
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Court rejects Pawnee Nation challenge to Oklahoma environmental authority

A federal appeals court has upheld the Environmental Protection Agency’s authority to let Oklahoma administer federal environmental programs in parts of Indian Country, rejecting a challenge brought by the Pawnee Nation in a 2-1 ruling Oct. 16. The case, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma v. Zeldin, turns on a provision known as the “Midnight Rider,” a […]

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Oct 21 • 3:26 PM EDT • Business • tribalbusinessnews.com
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Political ads can be confusing for kids. Here's how to talk through the emotions

Political ads can be scary or confusing for kids, but experts say parents shouldn't shy away from talking about politics with their children.

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Oct 21 • 3:11 PM EDT • Politics • ideastream.org
Alleged mice infestation at Albuquerque middle school raises health concerns, staff & parent outrage

Staff and parents at James Monroe Middle School in Albuquerque report a recurring mice infestation, with droppings, urine, and dead rodents found throughout the campus, prompting health concerns and grievances against Albuquerque Public Schools.

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The Daily Roundup: Kalispell Business Improvement District Looks to Replace Street Furniture Downtown

On Friday, we officially published our 2026 Election Guide, linked here, at the bottom of this newsletter and in the “Editor’s Picks” section of our website, where it will live throughout the rest of the election cycle.

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Detroit Tigers' Division Finishes Since 1998

From decade-long droughts and four consecutive titles to eight last-place finishes, uncover how the Motor City’s inconsistencies stack up against their rivals in the competitive AL Central.

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Women’s Health Wednesday: Protecting against the measles

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – As New York has declared a statewide emergency with measles spreading through rural parts of the state, we are taking a closer look at this latest outbreak as part of …

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Six Flags Sinks 10%, United Parks & Resorts Drops 5%: Is the Goliath Accident Still Weighing on Theme Park Stocks?

A fatal roller coaster accident cast a shadow over one theme park operator, but now a second company with no connection to the ride is getting pulled down alongside it, raising questions about how far the damage spreads through the sector.

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Middle School students explore watershed science through activities the Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative

More than 200 Copper Country middle school students explored watershed concepts on Michigan Tech's campus duri...

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“It: Welcome to Derry” season 2 will be ‘a Warner Bros. gangster picture through the lens of Pennywise’ (exclusive)

Brad Caleb Kane teased what new horrors are coming for the 1930s Bradley Gang plot.

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‘You’re no longer an influencer…you’re a cofounder’: MrBeast’s business resembles a Fortune 500 holding company, investor Steven Bartlett says

MrBeast creator Jimmy Donaldson has evolved from uploading Minecraft walkthroughs on YouTube to growing his net worth to an estimated $2.6 billion.

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Preparing for cascading climate risks

Arizona communities already understand that climate hazards rarely occur in isolation. Extreme heat can drive up electricity demand, drought can increase wildfire risk, and flooding can disrupt transportation, water systems, housing and local economies. Because these systems are connected, a disruption in one can quickly threaten public health and safety.

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Oct 21 • 12:25 PM EDT • Science • news.asu.edu
Mixing Politics and Perceptions of AI and Data Centers: Results from the Gardner Food & Agricultural Policy Survey

With an eye towards the rapidly approaching 2026 midterm elections, this article further reviews survey results from the Gardner Food and Agricultural Policy Survey, but through the lens of political…

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Through A-list connections, Jaka Bizilj became a prominent humanitarian. His Ukrainian employees tell a different story.

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Healthy rapport with doctor builds healthy habits for life

Rigley Bowar has been participating in Special Olympics since he was a youngster. Through it all, he has had the same primary care doctor.

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Bank of America (BAC): Is Its Wealth Business More Valuable Than the Headline Bank Suggests?

Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC) has a wealth franchise that deserves attention beyond lending spreads. Second-quarter 2026 Global Wealth and Investment Management net income reached $1.41 billion, roughly 16% of group earnings. That contribution matters when comparing bank stocks favored by billionaires: advisory fees diversify revenue, although rising markets still influence their value. Bank of […]

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Oct 21 • 10:57 AM EDT • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Xbox's Official Shakeup Continues Through 2027 with New Rounds of Layoffs

Xbox is continuing its major "reset"

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Get Covered Illinois offering health coverage to 9,300 residents affected by Medicaid cuts

Approximately 9,300 Illinois residents who lost Medicaid coverage due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act can now enroll in health insurance plans through Get Covered Illinois until December 31, 2026…

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Baidu (BIDU) Expands Its AI Business, but the Core Revenue Recovery Remains Uncertain

Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ:BIDU) is expanding autonomous driving and AI services while its traditional business stays under pressure. That raises a hard valuation question: can the new activities grow fast enough, and profitably enough, to replace what the established business is losing? At roughly 19 times forward earnings, investors pay for that transition to work. They […]

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Nikon’s Small World photomicrography competition winners

The 52nd annual Nikon Small World competition honours the world’s most remarkable images captured through a microscope

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What makes Troy Aikman such an appealing option for CBS?

ProShooter/Depositphotos Troy Aikman’s ESPN deal ends in 2027 Troy Kenneth Aikman works as an NFL analyst for ESPN after playing quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys. His current broadcasting agreement runs through Super Bowl LXI, scheduled for February 2027. During an October 15 radio interview in Dallas, Aikman said he expected to become a free agent.…

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The Town of Truckee and Tahoe Institute for Natural Science Celebrate Bee City USA Designation

Truckee earns Bee City USA status through a student-led effort, partnering with TINS to boost pollinator habitat, and community conservation initiatives.

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How The New York Times Reports on A.I. Images

A Times reporter and editors discuss the challenges of sifting through what’s real and what’s not in pursuit of the news.

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Fantasy Fest 2026 continues through the weekend

Fantasy Fest welcomes partygoers from near and far to experience Key West in a living celebration of musical and artistic spectacle during this year’s extravaganza which runs through Sunday, Oct.

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Integrating working equids into one health and disaster risk management in Senegal

Analysis in English on Senegal about Agriculture, Drought and Flood; published on 21 Oct 2026 by the Brooke

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Celebrating Scholars for Mental Health

SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. today celebrated five Scholars for Mental Health who have demonstrated leadership and a steadfast commitment to bolstering the mental health field. Through funding...

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The past, present, and future share a show floor at Pinball Expo 2026

Flipping through the highlights in and around Pinball Expo 2026.

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NDSCS Science of Leadership program helps students build leadership skills

Students receive $4,000 scholarships and gain experience through mentoring, interactive sessions and community service.

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How Alzheimer’s and dementia patients teach Wisconsin’s next generation of health care workers

Through the New Friends program, students get experience connecting with people living with cognitive changes, and mentors get social connection during a particularly lonely time.

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Is Elon Musk the October Surprise? | WSJ Politics Newsletter for Oct. 20

Plus, President Trump offers cash to woo midterm voters, and oil is surging through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Chiefs News: Mecole Hardman signs with Colts practice squad

The latest Chiefs news, brought fresh to you every morning!

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Opinion: Public service, not politics: why I’m running for Boone County Commissioner

Written by John Schickel, candidate for Boone County Commissioner Public service has been the thread running through every chapter of my life. It is also the reason I am seeking to represent you as your county commissioner. People often ask why I got into politics. My answer has always been the same: my job is […]

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Local nonprofit empowers individuals with disabilities through pet treat business

The Ella and Bella Pet Company, a nonprofit founded by Kristine Flora, creates unique opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This innovative initiative not …

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Miami-Dade Small Business Program: New opportunities

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... For a small business owner, winning a government contract can be a significant milestone — obtaining steady revenue, scaling up your business, and achieving long-term growth. In Miami-Dade County, an important first step for many businesses is becoming certified through the county’s Small Business Development programs. Today, Miami-Dade County […]

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Victor Wembanyama says ‘this is not the sport I like’ after rough loss to OKC

The Spurs' star had the worst shooting game of his career on opening night, as the Thunder beat the Spurs.

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NATO Boosts Black Sea Military Presence after Deadly Drone Attacks

For Romania and Bulgaria, drone attacks have brought the consequences of the Ukraine war close to their territorial waters.

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'I've waited 34 years for this'

When Viking FK ended a 34-year Norwegian title drought last year, it was days like these they were dreaming of - preparing to visit Aston Villa in the Champions League.

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Painting meets mystery at fall-inspired Paint n' Sip events

Paint your way through a whodunnit with two Murder Mystery Paint Parties, which combine murder mystery stories with paint n’ sips. As you paint, clues will be revealed, suspects questioned,

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TWICE’s Jihyo Departs JYP Entertainment After 21 Years + Launches New Agency EMITHAUS

Jihyo is beginning a journey with a new company! On October 21, the TWICE member took to her Instagram to share the following handwritten letter: Hello, this is Jihyo. I’m writing today because there’s something I’d like to share with you. After 21 years, my journey with JYP Entertainment, which began when I was just a child, has come to an end. Trying to put 21 years into just a few words is harder than I thought it would be.From childhood through my teenage years and into adulthood, I’ve spent most of my life at JYP.There were good days and difficult ones, but one thing I know for certain is that every one of those moments has shaped who I am today.I want to express my sincere gratitude to everyone at JYP who has been by my side and helped me grow over the years.I will always cherish the time we shared and the memories we made together. To me, independence is not so much a conclusion about the time that has passed, but a choice about how I want to live going forward.As the first step in this new chapter, I have established my own company, EMITHAUS.Just as “EMIT” means to “express or release,” I hope this will be a place where I can freely explore and bring to life even the possibilities within me that I have yet to discover.As I step away from a familiar environment and begin working in new ways, I will approach every decision and every endeavor with even greater thoughtfulness and responsibility. I also want to make it clear that this decision does not mean saying goodbye to the team I’ve been part of for so long.TWICE is an irreplaceable part of my life.Just as I cherish all the years we’ve shared, I look forward to all the moments still ahead of us.I will continue to stand on stage with my members and keep building more memories together for many years to come. Above all, I want to thank ONCE for believing in me and standing by my side for the past 11 years.I know that watching someone grow and change through so many stages of life and continuing to support them along the way is never something to be taken for granted.Thank you for giving me the courage to keep moving forward through your unwavering trust, love, and support.I will continue to fill the years ahead with choices and efforts that stay true to who I am and keep growing as an artist who lives up to all the love and support you’ve given me. Thank you. https://www.instagram.com/p/DevZGTkmTD2/ Jihyo is the third TWICE member to officially leave JYP Entertainment following Jeongyeon and Chaeyoung. Wishing Jihyo all the best on her new start!

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Student-produced film captures Ireland sports experience | UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media

The documentary created by a UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media team premieres on campus Oct. 22 and Oct. 23. — This story, written by UNC Hussman alumnus Michael Lananna ’14, was originally published at unc.edu. — Carolina senior Anna Laible came up with the idea about a year ago. At the annual UNC Sports and Entertainment Summit, the journalism student walked up to then-athletic director Bubba Cunningham and took a chance. “Hi, Bubba, I’m not sure if you remember me, but I’m part of the student broadcast team from the Olympics,” Laible told him. “I have this idea to do an Ireland documentary on the football team.” Encouraged by the enthusiastic response to the proposal, Laible and a team of students from the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media worked diligently to turn that vision into reality. In August, Laible and seven peers traveled to Dublin, Ireland, with the Carolina football team and women’s soccer team. Equipped with video cameras, the student journalists covered both teams during their international games — both wins — and filmed scenes throughout Dublin, interviewing Irish locals, Tar Heel fans and key Carolina figures who helped make the trip possible. Back home, Laible’s team put the finishing touches on the documentary, with its first screening at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 22-23 in Carroll Hall room 111. The project is the latest in a long line of sports documentaries produced under the guidance of C.A. Tuggle, John H. Stembler Jr. Distinguished Professor. Since the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Tuggle and the Hussman school have sent journalism students to cover each of the Summer Games, and Tuggle’s students have also produced documentaries on Carolina teams that win national championships. But this Ireland excursion presented a new kind of opportunity. “This trip is really unique,” Tuggle said. “Bubba liked the idea, so we started working on it, and it’s all because Anna was forward-thinking and assertive.” Laible’s team worked to create a holistic depiction of the Dublin trip, billed as “Much More Than a Game.” The documentary’s 12 chapters cover Irish culture, music, trips to the Guiness Storehouse and the myriad connections between Tar Heels and Ireland. “Our main focus was to make sure we gave a whole encompassing idea of what this experience was like,” Laible said. “We wanted to show not just the student-athletes, but other students, other Carolina fans, Carolina alumni, the music and really incorporate that all in the documentary.” Joining Laible in Dublin were juniors Emily Brietz, Cooper Hall, Eliza Jennings and Katherine McCullough and seniors Molly Malek, May Proctor and Merrily Tew. Those students also traveled to Milan for the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in February. Those kinds of opportunities wouldn’t be possible without the support of UNC Hussman and, in the case of the Ireland trip, the Carolina athletic department. UNC Hussman students create Ireland trip documentary. (Submitted photo) “Never in a million years did I think I would have the opportunity to go to the Olympics or to the Aer Lingus College Football Classic, and now I’m even being presented with potential opportunities go to the Super Bowl,” said Malek, who served in a leadership role with Laible in Dublin. “I think that Carolina does a terrific job of connecting us to these opportunities that almost no other university does. This is a university where you have the opportunity to have an interdisciplinary education and to learn and experience a lot of things all at once.” With the support of UNC Hussman, Tuggle and fellow students like Malek, Laible turned a spur-of-the-moment idea into a documentary. When the film screens, Laible said she’s not quite sure what emotions to expect. “I’m a little worried that I might cry — not that crying is a bad thing,” Laible said, laughing. “But I’m really grateful for so many people helping, and I’m excited for everyone to see it.”

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Charli xcx Cancels Arizona Concert, Says ‘It Breaks Me’ to Miss It

"I have been fighting sickness throughout this run of shows and have now completely lost my voice," she tells her fans ahead of Wednesday show.

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Kawhi Leonard Shining as Teammate and Leader Through Preseason

The newly acquired superstar is making a big impact on his new teammates ahead of the regular season opener.

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Oct 20 • 8:51 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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.

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Healthcare and Life Sciences Leaders Build on NVIDIA to Advance Drug Discovery and Expand Patient Care

NVIDIA today announced collaborations with leading global healthcare and research organizations to advance protein design — including through a newly released open model, RFD4-Proteina — accelerate drug discovery and bring greater precision to cancer care.

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Bryce Young sets franchise record, champions mental health through Young 9 Foundation event
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New Richland Lab Could Transform How Scientists Study Microbes and Boost Regional Jobs

The BriefGroundbreaking held Tuesday: PNNL officially began construction on the M2PC lab, a 30,800-square-foot facility funded by the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science that will study soil microbes to improve crop productivity and develop new biotechnology applications. The facility will be open to researchers from around the nation and the world.Research timelines could shrink dramatically: The facility's automation and AI capabilities could reduce experiments that currently take six months to just 72 hours, allowing scientists to explore more possibilities faster than ever before.New jobs coming to the Tri-Cities: The project is expected to create positions for automation engineers, AI experts, roboticists, technicians, and skilled craftspeople, with the facility opening in 2029.RICHLAND, Wash. — Pacific Northwest National Laboratory broke ground Tuesday on a first-of-its-kind facility that could accelerate scientific discoveries about the microscopic organisms living in soil—organisms that may hold the key to growing more food and developing new energy technologies.The Microbial Molecular Phenotyping Capability, or M2PC, represents a significant investment in automation and artificial intelligence to speed up research that traditionally takes years to complete. The 30,800-square-foot facility will house more than 100 connected automated instruments designed to study microbes at a pace and scale never before possible.Reshaping Agriculture's FutureThe M2PC facility will not put a new tool directly into a farmer's hands tomorrow morning, but it is actively reshaping the commercial pipeline to solve agriculture's biggest headache with biologicals: inconsistent field performance. For years, PNNL researchers have explored how microbes work and how they might help produce useful materials, advance energy technologies, and address challenges involving critical materials and minerals. But those experiments have been limited by what researchers could accomplish by hand."They can be used to provide nutrients to a plant so that the plant would grow more. So, like increasing your crop productivity, for example," said Douglas Mans, PNNL's Associate Laboratory Director for Integrated Discovery Sciences.PNNL's own research shows soil microbes can help plants access nutrients and withstand drought—benefits that could prove crucial as farmers face growing environmental pressures. The M2PC facility will allow scientists to identify and optimize useful microbes faster than ever before, accelerating the development of biological solutions that actually work consistently in the field.What Makes M2PC UniqueThe Microbial Molecular Phenotyping Capability differs from traditional research labs because it operates as a first-of-its-kind, AI-enabled autonomous laboratory designed to shrink experimental timelines from years down to months or weeks. The M2PC lab will connect more than 100 automated instruments to grow microbes, prepare samples, measure their behavior, and link observations to the molecular processes behind them. Artificial intelligence will help analyze results and guide the next experiments, allowing scientists to explore more questions faster.Deb Gracio, PNNL Director, emphasized the transformative potential during Tuesday's groundbreaking ceremony: "Research that has taken years will become possible in months and hopefully in weeks."That acceleration is already being demonstrated. PNNL's smaller automated lab, called the Anaerobic Microbial Phenotyping Platform or AMP2, completed three experimental cycles in just 72 hours—a process that normally would have taken about six months."That normally would have taken us about six months … and we were able to do that in 72 hours," Mans said.The AMP2 laboratory is not being closed or replaced. Instead, the current 1,800-square-foot laboratory serves as an active prototype and precursor for the much larger M2PC facility. AMP2 will continue operating as a separate lab designed to run anaerobic experiments—those conducted in the absence of oxygen—while M2PC will focus on aerobic research.Broader Applications Beyond AgricultureWhile improving crop productivity is one important application, the M2PC facility is designed to support research into multiple areas critical to national priorities. The lab will advance research into biofuels, manufacturing materials, and energy technologies. It will also help researchers understand how microbes respond to environmental changes and how to design biological systems for biotechnology applications.As a flagship component of the Department of Energy's Genesis Mission, M2PC represents a significant investment in using artificial intelligence and automation to accelerate U.S. scientific discovery. Dorothy Koch, Associate Director of the DOE Office of Science Biological and Environmental Research program, highlighted the facility's importance during the groundbreaking."M2PC will accelerate biological discovery and design," Koch said, noting that the facility is expected to conduct a minimum of 500 strain experiments per week, 100 microbiome experiments per week, and take a million measurements per month.Economic Opportunity for the RegionBeyond the scientific breakthroughs, the M2PC project represents significant economic opportunity for the Tri-Cities region. The facility will require hiring automation engineers, AI experts, technicians skilled in operating robotics, and specialized craftspeople to build and maintain the sophisticated equipment."We're anticipating that type of hiring," Mans said when asked about job creation.PNNL has already begun recruiting talent nationally and internationally for positions related to the smaller AMP2 lab, bringing automation engineers from cities like Boston and San Francisco to work in the region. The M2PC facility is expected to accelerate that trend."This capability won't really exist anywhere else in the world," Mans said, suggesting the facility could become a draw for scientific talent seeking to work on cutting-edge biotechnology research.Timeline and Next StepsThe M2PC facility is expected to open in 2029. Between now and then, construction crews will level and prepare the ground, while the building takes shape. Simultaneously, Ginkgo Bio Works, the automation contractor, will build the facility's automation components off-site so they can be installed as the building is completed.In the interim, PNNL researchers and the broader scientific community will begin planning the first experiments to be conducted in the facility, ensuring research is lined up and ready to begin as soon as the doors open.The groundbreaking ceremony included representatives from the Department of Energy, PNNL leadership, and elected officials at the federal, state, and local levels, underscoring the project's significance to the region and the nation's biotechnology future. 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Mental health support available for San Diego service members and their families

After USS Abraham Lincoln's return to San Diego, service members and families can access mental health resources through Veterans Village San Diego.

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How a walk in the woods can be good for mental health

Ever wonder why a walk through the woods can be such a mood booster? Research from the University of New Hampshire shows that it can be as simple as the sounds people experience in nature, people's awareness ...

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Nancy Wyman remembered as Connecticut political pioneer

"Do you want to tell the story of why there are still millions of people in this country who have insurance?" asked U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy. "That story runs through Nancy Wyman."

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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.

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Early voting ongoing

Registered Monroe County voters can cast ballots from Monday, Oct. 19, through Saturday, Oct. 31, during early voting for the November general election, county elections officials said.

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Tree Fresno offers free trees to South Central Fresno businesses

Tree Fresno offers free shade trees to eligible South Central Fresno businesses through a $3 million grant. Learn about the Oct. 21 meeting.

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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.

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Older breast cancer survivors fall through Medicare home health gap

Among the increasing number of women who survive breast cancer, many older, long-term survivors remain frail. A new study out today in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute shows that in a given ...

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Billy Napier and JMU's formula for success

JMU is the only 7-0 squad in the FBS through seven weeks.

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Android 17 QPR3 Beta 2 Released for Pixel Phones

Google released Android 17 QPR3 Beta 2 to all of its still-supported Pixel devices today. If you own a Pixel 6a up through the new Pixel 11 series, you can get an update with fresh software. This latest update has at least 20 fixes and improvements, which is welcome to see. The first QPR3 Beta...

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Political science, history student connects hometown roots to DC policy work

Dawson Glogau gained hands-on experience in policy research and advocacy during a summer internship in Washington, D.C., through the Liberal Arts Semester in Washington Program.

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Political science, history student connects hometown roots to DC policy work

Dawson Glogau gained hands-on experience in policy research and advocacy during a summer internship in Washington, D.C., through the Liberal Arts Semester in Washington Program.

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NC State’s Agroecology Education Farm: Where Agriculture, Ecology and People Connect

Walking through rows of leafy greens, ripe, red tomatoes or rich-smelling rosemary at the Agroecology Education Farm, it’s easy to feel more connected to where your food comes from. And with a mission rooted in community outreach, that's the point.

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How Is Imanol Alguacil Improving Olympiacos

Imanol Alguacil has revitalised Olympiacos through tactical ball retention and defensive stability, securing vital victories while maximising squad depth to narrow the gap at the summit.

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Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi invites Maui students to explore health care careers

Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi is helping inspire the next generation of health care professionals through its upcoming Career Exploration Day on Saturday, Nov. 14, in partnership with Maui Economic Development Board’s STEMworks program.

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Oct 20 • 4:00 PM EDT • Health • mauinow.com
October 22 Vallejo/Vacaville Arts-Entertainment Sources: Activities

The Broadway musical Little Shop of Horrors plays through the weekend at the Bay Area Stage Theatre.

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Oct 20 • 3:58 PM EDT • Entertainment • timesheraldonline.com