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Twelve 33 Distillery in Little River offers a taste of local history
Husband-and-wife team Kevin and Rebecca Osborn, founders of the Grand Strand’s first — and only — craft production distillery, named their establishment “Twelve 33.” It is open in Little River.
Oil prices rise anew after a US-Iran standoff in the Strait of Hormuz strands tankers
Oil prices are rising in early trading as a standoff between Iran and the U.S. prevented tankers from using the Strait of Hormuz.
Grand Strand leaders tout new SC development, business & tourism enterprise
Grand Strand leaders say a new organizational structure will cut costs, streamline work & hear residents. Here’s what will change.
War Exposes Gaps in India’s Clean Energy Push
The country’s creaking electricity grid is lagging behind its push for renewable sources — just as its growing economy hungers for oil stranded by war.
This RNA Almost Self-Replicates, Which Could Explain Life's Origins
We're so close to understanding.
Hidden weak spots in HIV and Ebola revealed with breakthrough nanodisc technology
A new nanodisc-based platform lets scientists study viral proteins in a form that closely mimics real viruses, revealing how antibodies truly recognize them. This approach uncovered hidden interactions in viruses like HIV and Ebola that traditional methods missed. By recreating the virus’s membrane environment, researchers can better understand how immune defenses work. The technique could speed up the development of more effective vaccines.
Sol Rodriguez Signs With Strand Entertainment (EXCLUSIVE)
Actress Sol Rodriguez has signed with Strand Entertainment for management, Deadline can report exclusively.
Grand Strand chef becomes a Masters chef every spring
Ervin Abbott is one of the few people at the Masters in Augusta this week that hopes everything he does is above par. For a week or so before and during the storied event, Abbott moves from his position as a culinary director for La Vida Hospitality which operates the Crooked Hammock Brewery and the Big Chill Restaurant in Barefoot Landing to executive chef at Augusta National, a position he has filled for the last three years.
Houston East End underpass floods again, drivers stranded and businesses impacted
A flood-prone underpass in Houston’s East End is once again causing problems for drivers and businesses, with neighbors saying even light rain can make the road impassable.
The Insight Series: AI & Digital Health
“The Insight Series: AI & Digital Health” features industry experts answering key questions to help inform policymakers and the public about how AI is shaping the future of care delivery. Our latest edition features Julia Strandberg, Executive Vice President, Chief Business Leader, Connected Care at Philips.
Ashley Benson Signs With Strand Entertainment (EXCLUSIVE)
Ashley Benson has inked with Strand Entertainment for management. She continues to be repped by IAG and Hansen, Jacobson, Teller.
Ashley Benson Signs With Strand Entertainment
EXCLUSIVE: Strand Entertainment has signed Ashley Benson, an actress and producer whose work spans studio features, independent film, and television, for management. Benson was most recently seen star...
50 Years of Environmental Data Can Predict Health and Strandings of Sea Lions Pups in California
For more than 50 years, NOAA Fisheries has conducted vital research on seal and sea lion populations at a remote research station on San Miguel Island, California. The long-term data set provides clues to help us understand what environmental conditions lead to malnourished California sea lion pups and increased stranding levels. This information is important for managing their populations and helping rehabilitation centers prepare for periods when sea lion pup strandings may be elevated.
Strand Entertainment Promotes Aileen Lewis To Manager (EXCLUSIVE)
Strand Entertainment has elevated Aileen Lewis to Manager, Deadline can tell you first.
N.C. man charged in catalytic converter theft at Grand Strand business
A North Carolina man was arrested in connection with catalytic converter thefts in the Grand Strand.
Spring Break business starts slow on Galveston’s Strand after overnight flooding
Spring Break is getting underway on Galveston Island, but some businesses along The Strand say rough weather overnight slowed what is usually the start of a busy week.
Iran war looms large over Berlin's global tourism fair
Closed airspace, stranded cruise ships, uncertainty for hundreds of thousands of travellers: The war in the Gulf is a shock to the tourism industry. Travel warnings are in place for around a dozen countries in the region.
Finalissima, F1 races: Middle East conflict disrupts global sports events
With tournaments postponed and players stranded away from home, major sport events have been struck by crisis and chaos.
Trump administration under fire as thousands of Americans are stranded in war zone
U.S. officials — and the president himself — have struggled to explain why the government wasn't better prepared for the consequences of Iranian retaliation.
Oxfordshire pupil with health needs left stranded in classrooms
Parents complain the health part of an EHCP plan for schools cant be challenged in court.
I flew to Dubai for my birthday, got stranded after US strikes on Iran
Shanice Day, a Houston native, faces challenges returning from Dubai after a US-Israel strike on Iran disrupted her birthday trip plans.
Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, Answers: Sunday, March 1 (Dressing Down)
Looking for help with today's NYT Strands puzzle? Here's an extra hint to help you uncover the right words, as well as all of today's answers and Spangram.
NYT Strands hints, answers for March 1, 2026
Every hint, nudge and outright answer you need to complete today's NYT Strands puzzle.
Home Office denies ‘absurd’ criticism over rule change that could leave dual nationals stranded
MPs raise cases of honeymooners and other Britons caught out by new passport requirements as minister rejects calls for a grace period
Sony reveals the Death Stranding 2 required PC specs
Designer Hideo Kojima might be known for spectacle in his projects, but the minimum specs for Death Stranding 2 on PC are quite reasonable.
Here are the PC specs for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
Kojima Productions has shared the PC specs for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.
600 people forced to sleep on grounded planes after heavy snow
Six flights were unable to take off before Munich Airport's curfew. Staffing issues then meant passengers were stranded on the planes.
A ghost rises in Madison Opera’s splendid ‘Everlasting Faint’
Running again Sunday in Capitol Theater, Scott Gendel and Sandra Flores-Strand’s opera revives a notorious murder with beautiful staging and music.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach coming to PC on March 19
Publisher Sony Interactive Entertainment and developer Kojima Productions will release Death Stranding 2: On the Beach for PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on March 19, the companies announced.
Experts Warn: The Dangerous Blur Between Science and Wellness in Mental Health Bestsellers
A marketplace where labels blur In many bookstores, titles rooted in clinical science sit inches from glossy self-help guides promising instant serenity. That proximity can make rigorous research look interchangeable with lifestyle advice, especially when everything shares the same bright displays. Readers encounter a single aisle labeled “psychology,” even when the content ranges from peer-reviewed evidence to spiritual rituals. The result is a subtle but pervasive blur, turning a complex health landscape into a grab-bag of mixed claims. Why the shelves can mislead Retail categories are built for convenience, not for methodological clarity or clinical accuracy. When “development personal” or “wellness” becomes the default bin, evidence-based psychology competes with coaching manifestos and mystical manuals. The visual language of covers—calming color palettes, confident subtitles, glowing endorsements—flattens the distinction between randomized trials and anecdotal wisdom. In that aesthetic harmony, a guide on cognitive behavioral therapy may appear no more “serious” than a book on moon manifestation. The stakes for readers and patients Confusion carries real risks, including delayed care when people self-treat serious symptoms with untested routines. Vulnerable readers—facing depression, trauma, or anxiety—may be swayed by charismatic voices over careful data. Some messages frame recovery as pure willpower, which can amplify shame when symptoms persist despite effort. Others overpromise universal solutions, ignoring cultural context, diagnostic nuance, and comorbidity. “Shelving is not neutral; it shapes beliefs, expectations, and choices.” What professionals and retailers are asking Clinicians and public-health experts argue for clear, readable signage that separates science-based mental health from broader wellness. Books by licensed psychiatrists or psychologists that cite peer-reviewed studies could be grouped under “Evidence-Based Mental Health.” Adjacent space might host reflective memoirs, coaching workbooks, or contemplative philosophy—valuable in their way, but clearly labeled as non-clinical guidance. Booksellers emphasize their dual role as cultural curators and commercial actors, noting they respond to demand while striving for quality standards. How clarity could look and feel The goal is not to police ideas, but to help readers navigate with confidence. Transparent categorization respects reader autonomy while lifting the signal of credible practice. Clear tags—such as “scientific references,” “clinical overview,” or “personal narrative”—can work like map legends, turning a maze into a route. And when a book blends modes, hybrid labels can acknowledge both insight and limitation. A practical checklist for choosing wisely Check the author’s credentials: clinical license, academic affiliation, or relevant training. Scan the references: citations to peer-reviewed journals or reputable guidelines. Look for scope limits: clear statements about who the book is and isn’t for, and when to seek care. Seek methods, not miracles: approaches tested across diverse groups, with measurable outcomes. Watch the language: be wary of absolute claims, stigmatizing tones, or one-size-fits-all promises. Cross-verify with trusted bodies: national psychology associations or public-health agencies. The publisher’s responsibility Publishers can raise the bar by standardizing disclosure on methods, sample sizes, and limitations. Editorial policies could require conflict-of-interest statements, transparent citations, and plain-language summaries of evidence. Marketing should avoid medicalized framing for books that lack clinical validation, even when sales incentives press for bold claims. When a manuscript mixes reflection with research, honest jacket copy can prevent false equivalence. Coexisting without confusion Wellness writing can offer genuine comfort, perspective, and daily habits that support well-being. Scientific texts can provide structured tools, validated therapies, and realistic expectations for progress. The aim is to let these strands coexist, while giving readers the navigational cues to tell them apart. With clearer shelves, informed labels, and modest design tweaks, we can protect reader trust—and keep the aisle both inviting and intelligent.
A vengeful ghost inspired ‘Everlasting Faint’ at Madison Opera
A woman murdered by her husband haunts this world premiere by Madison Opera, written by Scott Gendel and Sandra Flores-Strand. It opens Feb. 13.
Strand Larsen future to dominate talk again
Rob Edwards' news conference on Friday is likely to be the latest instalment of the mini Strand Larsen saga, with his move to Crystal Palace in serious doubt. Nothing was ever officially agreed for the Norwegian, even if a £50m deal was struck in principle, and there remains a chance he will stay beyond the deadline - something Wolves would still be happy and comfortable with. Wolves host Bournemouth on Saturday as Edwards tries to maintain momentum, despite last week's defeat by Manchester City, and he will be quizzed about Strand Larsen's future at Compton later.
Jets part ways with offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand
Engstrand struggled amid poor conditions in New York
Montana State invites community to Science Night on Feb. 5
Science Night will feature hands-on demonstrations from MSU researchers and students in the Strand Union Building ballrooms.
Grand Strand man accused of operating business without a retail license
State agents say a man has been charged with operating a business without a retail license.
Transfer news: Jean-Philippe Mateta, Jorgen Strand Larsen, Tammy Abraham, Joshua Zirkee - the strikers who could move in the January window
Strikers are hot property in the transfer market and Sky Sports News has identified eight forwards who could move in the final days of the window; Jean-Philippe Mateta wants to leave Crystal Palace, Tammy Abraham could return to England, while Jorgen Strand Larsen is back in the headlines
Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II, Death Stranding Director’s Cut, and More
Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II, Death Stranding Director’s Cut, and more!
Western Pacific Region achieves milestone: 19 countries complete comprehensive health information system assessments
The Health Information and Digital Health (HID) unit in the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific has successfully supported 19 countries, covering 99% of the Region’s population, to conduct comprehensive health information system (HIS) assessments, surpassing the regional target of 15 set for 2025 and advancing efforts toward universal health coverage. Using SCORE, a technical package of essential interventions, recommended actions, tool and resources developed by WHO and partners to address challenges in meeting HIS needs, these assessments systematically assess health data availability and quality, enabling countries to monitor trends, identify and respond to emerging health challenges, and improve policies and programmes for healthier families, communities and societies. The first round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2019-2021 in 14 countries in the Region and over 130 countries globally. The second round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2024-2025.SCORE assessments are a key priority identified by Member States and WHO at all levels, including within WHO-Country/Multi-Country Cooperation Strategies, the Regional Vision Weaving Health for Families, Communities and Societies in the Western Pacific Region (2025–2029), and the WHO Fourteenth General Programme of Work (GPW 14, 2025–2028). Within the Regional Vision, implementing SCORE assessments is a key action for technology and innovation to advance health equity (strand 5).The SCORE for Health Data technical package is based on five key interventions, represented by the acronym SCORE. Interventions S, C and O focus on strengthening core data sources. Survey (S) covers population-based health surveys, surveillance systems and censuses, including their capacity to monitor health-related SDGs. Count (C) focuses on birth, death and cause of death registration as parts of a functional CRVS system. Optimize (O) addresses routine health service data and key health service inputs such as health financing and health workforce.Interventions R and E focus on data use for action. Review (R) examines regular analytical reviews of health sector progress and performance, together with national analytical capacity. Enable (E) looks at the policy, governance, and digital foundations needed to support effective data use.The Western Pacific Region shows relatively strong performance in the Review (R) and Count (C) interventions. Most countries in the Region demonstrate good analytical reporting and institutional capacity for analysis and learning. More than two-thirds of countries show more mature CRVS systems, driven by improvements in birth and death registration. However, medical certification of cause-of-death remains a key gap, with limited or low coverage in over half of countries in the Region.Performance under the Survey (S) intervention is mixed. While surveillance systems are generally strong, several countries in the Region continue to face challenges in implementing their surveys and censuses. Monitoring health-related SDGs is still a challenge for more than a third of countries in the Region.The greatest challenges are observed in the Optimize (O) and Enable (E) interventions. More than half of countries have lower maturity levels in routine health service and resource systems. Two-thirds of countries also face challenges with effective use of data and evidence for policy and action, largely due to gaps in digital infrastructure, governance and legislation for health data systems, and especially in data and sharing.  As part of the SCORE methodology, multi-stakeholder consultations and validation workshops were conducted in many countries to review findings and plan strategies for HIS strengthening. The HID unit continues to provide targeted support to facilitate dialogue and assist countries in developing HIS improvement plans. These plans guide governments and partners to align investments and coordinate efforts for maximum impact.WHO also assists countries with tailored technical support to address key gaps as requested by countries/national health authorities. SCORE assessments should be conducted periodically to monitor progress in HIS strengthening, although progress across addressing gaps identified in SCORE should be continually tracked as countries implement improvements.Additional countries will be supported to implement SCORE in 2026. The Regional Vision delivery-for-impact target, endorsed by Member States, is for all countries and areas to have implemented SCORE assessments and have an increased SCORE index by 2029 while WHO is aiming for 80% of Member States in the Region to conduct round two assessments. Countries yet to complete assessments are therefore encouraged to contact the HID unit at the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific for tailored support.The implementation of SCORE HIS assessments in the Western Pacific Region was supported by The Gates Family Foundation.
My family has been stuck in the Caribbean for days; expensive, chaotic
Canceled flights following airspace closures have left my family stranded in the Caribbean for a week. It's been expensive, but we've made it work.
Despite Little Research, Companies Race to Market Autism Tests
Backers claim the tests can predict a child’s risk of autism using a strand of hair or a mother’s blood, but critics say they are not ready for the market.
Best of Rochester 2025: Arts & Entertainment
And the winners are… Best Movie Theater: The Little Theatre Vintage Drive-in Theatre | Roc Cinema | Dryden Theater | The Strand Best Film Festival: Rochester International Film Fest ImageOUT | Witness Palestine Film Festival | Anomaly Best Podcast: The InnerLoop The Crime Dawg Podcast | Your Authentic Life | Getting Real with BOSSY Best […]
Trump’s lies and policies make health care less affordable
Millions will lose insurance as a result of the congressional rollback, leaving people stranded between financial ruin.
Amazon allows visa workers stranded in India to work remotely with restrictions. Here's what they can't do.
Amazon allows India-based employees affected by H-1B visa delays to work remotely until March, with strict restrictions on coding.
Football gossip: Guehi, Rashford, Strand Larsen, Dragusin, Tavares, Gila, Guilherme
Barcelona cool their interest in Marc Guehi after meeting his agents, but Marcus Rashford wants to remain at the Spanish club, and Crystal Palace rival West Ham for Wolves' Jorgen Strand Larsen, plus more.
NYT Strands Hints for Dec. 24, 2025
Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025.
Football gossip: Strand Larsen, Isak, Fullkrug, Karetsas, Bouaddi, Jacquet, Wolfe
West Ham express interest in Jorgen Strand Larsen, Alexander Isak's injury could force Liverpool to buy Antoine Semenyo, Aston Villa join race to sign David Moller Wolfe, plus more.
Hideo Kojima credits Super Mario Bros. for getting him to the industry, felt games "would one day surpass movies" because of it
Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding creator Hideo Kojima speaks about his appreciation for Super Mario Bros.
15 must-watch British crime drama series
Whether with an old-fashioned one-case-per-episode or a more sprawling multistrand story, quaint or violent, historic or modern, the birthplace of Agatha Christie understands that we all need stories that make sense of seemingly senseless acts.
‘You won’t understand unless you chew on it’: Hideo Kojima wants you to remember his games for decades
With narrative storytelling, multimillion-dollar budgets and A-list casts, Hideo Kojima’s arthouse games — including the critically acclaimed “Metal Gear Solid” and “Death Stranding” franchises — are as cinematic as, well, cinema.
PlayStation's 2025 Wrap-Up is here, so you can see how many hours you've sunk into Death Stranding 2
Sony just unveiled the PlayStation 2025 Wrap-Up. This provides players with a digital card that chronicles their favorite games and genres from the year.