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I’m riding to Peloton’s rescue, says the boss who’s ‘bad’ on a bike
The exercise brand was a huge hit in lockdown but its stock has slid since. Peter Stern has got it back into shape — but board meeting spin classes are a grind
Yankees Rivalry Roundup: AL West madness reaches new low
Recapping how the Yankees’ top AL opponents fared on September 25th.
Quantum computer simulates matter “popping into existence”
Scientists recreated a particle-forming process linked to the extreme physics of the early universe using a 13-ion quantum simulator. The breakthrough suggests quantum computers could eventually help researchers investigate how matter formed and evolved after the Big Bang.
OPINION: The importance of critical political media analysis
OPINION: I spent the back-half of my summer watching as young Wisconsinites fell victim to deceptive political information. Now, I caution others not to do the same.
Xiaomi 18 Pro series available globally: Free shipping on all imports for a limited time only
Both the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are already available outside China albeit not officially: Customers in Europe and many other parts of the world can order the new Leica camera flagships by importing them from Xiaomi`s home market. Here is a brief overview of the costs, your options and what to look out for.
Week in Politics: Trump faces Republican defections; U.S.-China summit; press feud
Some GOP candidates are stepping back from unpopular Trump administration policies. Meanwhile, a U.S.-China summit at the White House and tensions with the press corps.
U.S. Presidents Cup Team Gets Steamrolled In Stunning Friday Sweep
The International Team flipped the Presidents Cup on Friday, sweeping all five Foursomes matches to seize a 7-3 lead over the United States at Medinah.
The one thing that is making Arkansas fans feel better
Arkansas football is awful, but one thing is keeping Hog fans sane
Opinion: Prop. 40 will make California’s health care challenges even worse
A one-time tax on top earners creates a funding cliff, leaving the safety net with deep fiscal holes.
Opinion | ‘The MAGA Flag Is in Tatters’
This week in politics: Midwest realignment and what’s next for conservatives.
Video: Opinion | Will the Midterms Bring a Political Realignment?
This week in politics: Midwest realignment and what’s next for conservatives.
Opinion: Prop. 40 is the key to preserving health care access and saving lives
Passing this ballot measure forces the super-rich to fund emergency rooms, preventing disastrous statewide closures.
Republicans fear two key Senate races are slipping from their grasp
Some Republicans are growing worried that two key Senate races once considered critical to holding their majority are slipping from their grasp.
VoteVets Spends Millions to Elect Democrats, Shaping Midterms
The organization, founded in 2006 to back Democratic veterans opposing the Iraq war, is pouring huge sums into this year’s elections amid intense voter antipathy for another conflict in the Middle East.
The 2011 Japan Tsunami Created Hybrid Fish, But They Almost Completely Disappeared
A changing world is pushing species boundaries in unusual ways, and the tsunami gave marine biologists a view of the process vastly sped up
The Senate map is looking even better for Democrats. Here are races to watch.
The goal of keeping Democratic Senate seats and flipping four GOP seats once felt like a long shot. Now it's feasible.
Pellegrini hoping to make first season appearance vs Como
Lorenzo Pellegrini is working to return to the spotlight with Roma. The Giallorossi midfielder is using the international break to regain top form and focus on the match against Como on October 11th a...
Furious Fury Blames Eddie Hearn’s Ego For Joshua Collapse
Boxing fans can’t have nice things. Less than two days after Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua was finally announced for Dec. 11 in Cardiff, Wales, the bout is already in jeopardy. This potential cancellation, of course, comes after many years of fans hoping and wishing Fury vs. Joshua would fight. Sadly, the snake-bitten matchup is […]
The MMA fighter helping Brighton
From helping Brighton with set pieces to fighting in front of nearly 60,000 people - meet MMA star Christian Eckerlin, who competes at Oktagon 94 in Frankfurt on Saturday.
Ken San Jose set for Broadway debut in ‘Evita’ revival
Ken San Jose will star in the upcoming Broadway revival of "Evita" via Instagram/@ kensanjose Filipino American performer Ken San Jose will make his Broadway debut in the 2027 revival of Evita, joining the ensemble of director Jamie Lloyd’s production starring Rachel Zegler as Eva Perón. Previews begin Feb. 27 at the Winter Garden Theatre in New York,…
Lakers Insider Reveals Biggest Problem Entering This Season
The Los Angeles Lakers are hoping that the risky offseason of controversial moves will work out behind Luka Doncic as the top star. Losing talents like LeBron James, Rui Hachimura, and Luke Kennard is not a good thing for any NBA team. However, the Lakers decided to invest in younger talents that they believe fit […] The post Lakers Insider Reveals Biggest Problem Entering This Season appeared first on HEAVY.
NFL Power Rankings: ESPN Ranks Worst Team After Two Weeks
The Miami Dolphins have endured a difficult opening to the 2026 NFL season, with their 0-2 record putting them at the bottom of ESPN’s Week 3 power rankings. The early results have exposed major concerns for a team that entered the season hoping to compete in a challenging AFC landscape. Miami’s struggles have affected nearly […] The post NFL Power Rankings: ESPN Ranks Worst Team After Two Weeks appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
Clovis East floral design students gain real-world wedding industry experience
While many high school students are learning in a classroom, some Clovis East High School students are also running a business and helping create wedding memories for local families.
NYK Expands Offshore Wind Business with SOV Newbuild
Japanese shipping major NYK is moving to strengthen its business in the offshore wind power segment. The group, best known for its operations in dry b...
Yankees change roster for doubleheader; Red Sox showdown finally official
The Yankees are wrapping up the regular-season this weekend against the Orioles with a Friday doubleheader and a single game Sunday.
New Business: Lithermans Limited Brewery adds pinball; NH Doughnuts coming to Londonderry
A brewery in Concord has a new offering for those of all ages: pinball machines. For those 21-plus, the machines are equipped with cup holders for a pint of favorites
A grand display for Xi reveals the limits of Trump’s summitry
WASHINGTON — Expectations were low entering President Donald Trump’s meetings with China’s leader, Xi Jinping, this week, after officials on both sides tempered hopes for a breakthrough. Yet the summit’s
Trump’s disruption to TV coverage during Xi visit frustrates Chinese officials
President Donald Trump spent months plotting ways to impress Xi Jinping.
Trump’s disruption to TV coverage during Xi visit frustrates Chinese officials
(CNN) — President Donald Trump spent months plotting ways to impress Xi Jinping.
Tyrese Haliburton Excited to Bring Back Pacers Pinstripes
Tyrese Haliburton told Reggie Miller he is excited about Indiana bringing back its pinstriped look and wants Pacers fans wearing gold on the road.
Saudi Arabia Open to Possibly Developing Nuclear Weapons
An intelligence assessment examined Saudi Arabia’s military ambitions as Congress reviews a new civilian nuclear deal between the U.S. and the kingdom.
Inside Elysium Health’s New Longevity Institute
A decade after helping take NAD+ mainstream, Elysium Health opens a physician-led Longevity Clinic called TELI
Behind the Scenes with Kaitlan Collins: Trump welcomes Xi Jinping amid White House press restrictions
Cotton candy catering: Kiffany Bosserman refined her taste for business (and the value of her time)
After nearly a decade in business, Cottontale KC is still spinning sugar into a confection for success, shared founder Kiffany Bosserman — pivoting her business to say “yes” less and reprioritize the balance of family and life and profitability.
As Xi Leaves Washington, Divisions Still Simmer Beneath the Surface
President Trump welcomed Xi Jinping of China for a state visit that was heavy on pomp and ceremony. But surprisingly little time was spent on the issues that most divide the two superpowers.
Mid-sized shopping center to include Thai restaurant. Here's what we know.
Renderings show the 9,660-square-foot development will be built at 101 Gerald Drive and would house Bangkok Thai restaurant, currently housed at 3904 Johnston St.
Flagg’s height, Irving’s return, Lively’s health and more from Mavericks media day
Kyrie Irving is back while Dereck Lively II is hoping to join him.
Missing 'Widow's Bay'? Consider the Matthew Rhys pipeline.
To be obsessed with "Widow's Bay" is to be obsessed with Rhys, the man of the hour and — in my humble opinion — the "it" man of television.
ProTributeBands.com Clarifies Direct Booking Model for Corporate Event Entertainment Planners
SAN RAMON, CA - September 25, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE -ProTributeBands.com, the curated booking and lead generation platform for high-end tribute bands, has outlined how its direct-booking structure works for event planners seeking corporate event entertainment. Under the model, bands featured on the platform negotiate terms and close each booking directly with the client, while ProTributeBands follows up to keep the transaction moving smoothly.The structure separates ProTributeBands.com from traditional booking agencies that insert themselves into every contract. Rather than acting as an intermediary that controls the final agreement, the platform connects event planners, performing arts centers, festivals, wedding clients, and private party hosts with pre-screened, national-act-caliber tribute acts, then steps back so the parties can settle details themselves. The platform maintains contact with both sides to ensure momentum is not lost during the process.Founded by David Victor, former guitarist and co-lead vocalist of the multiplatinum band BOSTON, ProTributeBands.com features tribute acts covering artists such as Queen, The Beatles, ABBA, Journey, The Eagles, and Pink Floyd. Selected bands receive optimized profile pages and booking leads generated through the platform."Event planners often assume a booking platform means another layer of negotiation and markup," said David Victor, Founder of ProTributeBands.com. "The approach here is different. The bands negotiate terms and close each booking directly, which keeps the conversation honest and the details accurate. The platform stays involved by following up so nothing stalls between the first inquiry and the signed agreement."The direct-booking method reflects how corporate and private event planning typically operates. Planners frequently need to confirm technical requirements, stage dimensions, scheduling, and performance specifics with the people who will actually be on stage. By allowing those conversations to happen between the client and the band, the model aims to reduce miscommunication that can occur when information passes through a third party.ProTributeBands.com applies a screening process before an act appears on the platform, focusing on production quality, musicianship, and readiness for larger venues. The company ranks tribute bands across categories including Queen, The Beatles, The Eagles, Journey, Pink Floyd, and BOSTON tributes, drawing on performance quality and audience response.The ProTributeBands guide to hiring a tribute band offers additional context for planners weighing these decisions, covering topics such as understanding the audience and event, assessing entertainment value, viewing an act in person before hiring, and reviewing rider and insurance requirements. The guide addresses the practical considerations planners face when selecting an act for a corporate function, festival, or private celebration."A tribute production for a corporate audience has to hold the room the same way a headline act would," Victor said. "The vetting exists so planners can trust that the act they see listed can deliver at that level, and the direct-booking structure lets them confirm every detail with the band before committing."ProTributeBands.com serves clients across the United States and abroad, working with tribute acts that perform at performing arts centers, summer concert series, product launches, corporate parties, private parties, and wedding receptions. The platform also accepts artist submissions from tribute bands seeking consideration for inclusion. The company operates online at protributebands.com.###For more information about ProTributeBands.com, contact the company here:ProTributeBands.comDavid Victor(925) 236-0217hello@protributebands.com11040 Bollinger Canyon Road Suite E-938, San Ramon, CA 94582
Wrapping up a dominant regular season against losing teams
Guaranteed with the most wins against losing teams, the Dodgers finish their regular season in San Francisco
Oregon mental health providers, hospitals challenge mandate to treat criminal defendants first
The providers say the Oregon Health Authority is overstepping its authority in making them prioritize patients discharged from the Oregon State Hospital, but the state argues the requirement is needed to help it satisfy court orders.
Downtown Marion celebrates Dolly Parton on 9/25 day
MARION — Cowboy hats and the color pink were not hard to find in downtown Marion Friday, as folks celebrated the day in honor of a country music icon.
NeuroSense Provides Business Update and Progress for the First Half of 2026
/PRNewswire/ -- Therapeutics Ltd. (NASDAQ: NRSN) ("NeuroSense" or the "Company"), a late-stage clinical biotechnology company focused on developing...
Massachusetts State Police Celebrate National Forensic Science Week
September 25, 2026MARLBOROUGH – Today, at the conclusion of National Forensic Science Week, the Massachusetts State Police celebrated the “topping off” of its new four-story Crime Lab. The event included state officials from the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM), and the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS), as well as members of the project team from Greatland Realty Partners, Consigli Construction Co., Inc. and Ci Design, Inc. With the final structu
Packers Film Room: Long snapping on kicks in Week 3
Looking at Matt Orzech’s Week 3 snaps
Beyond Big Ten sports, the conference plans ‘what’s next’
The Big Ten’s Community & Impact team is helping student-athletes prepare for life beyond sports through career development, leadership retreats and immersive cultural experiences, reinforcing the conference’s commitment to holistic success on and off the field.
MDOT: Political signs prohibited on state right-of-ways
Midterm voting season is right around the corner in Mississippi, which means political roadside signs are popping up all over the Magnolia State. In response,
Kalispell Chamber Backs Ballot Issue to Keep Courts Nonpartisan
The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce has endorsed a ballot initiative aimed at keeping Montana’s courts nonpartisan, the nonprofit behind the initiative, Montanans for Nonpartisan Courts, announced in a Thursday press release.
Murray, Baldwin Lead Colleagues in Demanding Vought Abandon Any and All Plans to Exert Political Control Over NIH Funding
Lawmakers emphasize need for Republicans to join Democrats and support new guardrails in law to protect the integrity of NIH’s grantmaking process following long line of politically motivated attacks on NIH ICYMI: Senator Murray on Trump’s Latest Plan to Politicize Lifesaving NIH Research ICYMI: Murray on Trump Admin Scrapping Plans for Executive Order to Empower […]
Stunned scientists discover new wild cat species after a century—see the photos - Futura-Sciences
A Mysterious Cat in the Clouds High in the Andean forests—almost always wrapped in mist—a pint-sized cat was living its life unnoticed by the scientific community, although locals might have crossed its path many times. The story kicked off in 2016, when a Bolivian animal shelter contacted biologist Paola Nogales-Ascarrunz...
The eruption that destroyed Pompeii is helping scientists date Earth's history
Historical accounts of the eruption nearly 2,000 years ago provide a precise timeline that allowed recalibration of one of the most versatile dating methods.
‘Other so-called improvements might even backfire’
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Non-Conference Preview: UAPB
Our friends from Arkansas Pine Bluff return after a brief hiatus from games at Mizzou Arena.
Tennessee-based company CoreCivic names new CEO, leadership steps down for health reasons
Leadership is changing at CoreCivic after the company announced Friday Patrick D. Swindle, previous president and CEO, is stepping down for health reasons.
Join us for community science power hours this fall
With the leaves changing and temperatures dropping, it’s a great time of year to get out and explore nature! As we move through fall, we can watch many seasonal changes unfold. Earlier in the season, you can still find many flowers blooming and attracting pollinators. But as the weeks go by, many of these birds […]
Trump’s newest rebranding project: The technology formerly known as AI
He’s trying to label the technology as “superintelligence” and says he pitched the term to Xi Jinping.
Another new poll shows close Maine Senate race
Other UNH results show Democrat Hannah Pingree continuing to lead the pack for governor ahead of Republican Bobby Charles and independent Rick Bennett.
More than a diagnosis: How one young man's strength is helping shine a light on sickle cell disease
Twenty-one-year-old Jalen Boston has spent his life navigating sickle cell disease, including pain crises, hospital stays and a stroke that affected his vision. With support from his family and team at Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital, Jalen is proving that while sickle cell disease may be part of his story, it does not define who he is.
Trump welcomes Xi to White House for state dinner
President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the White House for a lavish state dinner Thursday evening attended by top tech and industry leaders, capping a day of
iPad Mini With A20 Pro, New HomePod Mini Colors, and New Apple TV 4K All Just Leaked
MacRumors has just leaked the next iPad mini, HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K models, all of which are likely to be announced this October. The most notable iPad mini details revealed in the leaks include an A20 Pro chip, a new speaker design, and a landscape front camera, while images have revealed that the next HomePod mini will be available in new colors like green and pink.
Exclusive: First Look at HomePod Mini 2 in Three New Colors
Apple's new HomePod mini will share the same design as the original model and come in five colors, MacRumors has found. The information originates from Apple's own code (spotted by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris) and shows clear product images of the new models in all of their colors. The above image contains Apple's own icons, which specifically refer to a "HomePod mini 2". The new HomePod mini will come in green, pink, blue, white, and black.
Fall 2026 Collaboratorium Connects Midwest Researchers with Business Expertise - Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Bringing together scientific innovation and business talent from four leading Midwestern universities, the Fall 2026 Collaboratorium will feature 18 teams developing technologies in health care, energy storage, quantum computing, semiconductors, advanced materials, robotics, and more. Founded at the University of Chicago, the Collaboratorium now also features researchers from Northwestern University, Purdue University, and the University
New Military Science Chair Focuses on Developing Future Leaders | News
Growing up in Ghana, Lt. Col. Afua O. Boahema, Hofstra’s new chair of military science, was surrounded by examples of public service. Her parents served
Raul Rosas Jr. developing game plan to finish Raoni Barcelos
Raul Rosas Jr. has been developing a game plan and plans to finish Raoni Barcelos this weekend.
It’s officially Dolly Parton Day, with parades, pink lights and book drives
Parton died of cancer last month at age 80
Xi’s visit will fuel more scrutiny over his health
China’s Communist Party does not have clear rules of succession if a leader becomes incapacitated or dies, and Xi Jinping magnified the uncertainties by overturning retirement norms.
Forsaken or forgiven? Slumping fantasy QBs entering Sunday Week 3
Several high-value fantasy quarterbacks have disappointed after two games. Was this a warning sign, or should managers confidently stick with them?
Alabama is taking TikTok to trial over teen mental health claims in a U.S. first
The trial, beginning Monday in Montgomery, is the first case against TikTok to reach a jury in sweeping social media litigation
Xi is wrapping his visit to Washington with a peek at the Constitution
They are visiting the National Archives on Friday
Xi is wrapping his visit to Washington with a peek at the Constitution
They are visiting the National Archives on Friday
LISTEN: The Delicate Art of Releasing a Hit Streaming Series
If you’re a streaming service lucky enough to have a hit series on your hands, congratulations — now the hard part begins. Keeping that series on the air, let alone growing its audience over time, can...
Xi is wrapping his visit to Washington with a peek at the Constitution
They are visiting the National Archives on Friday
Xi is wrapping his visit to Washington with a peek at the Constitution
They are visiting the National Archives on Friday
Coding a Community for Women in Computer Science
For Colgate University students interested in computer science, finding a community can be just as helpful as developing technical skills. Women in Computer Science (WCS) provides students with opportunities to create meaningful connections, develop professional skills and support other women in the computer science department. For senior and WCS co-president Frankie Williams, being a computer...
‘I’m not sleeping easy’: Uncertainty and unknowns prevail as candidates head into Portland’s second ranked choice council election
Two years after Portland's first ranked choice election, half of the council seats are back on the ballot. This time, candidates have a recent election to study – but they still can’t be sure what the lessons are.
Pioneer of China NewCo model sued in US over trade secret misuse, double-dealing
A legal feud unfolding in New York is putting a spotlight on the work of a business development veteran who is credited for pioneering one of biopharma’s hottest dealmaking mechanism: the China “NewCo” model. In a lawsuit originally filed in New York state court and recently moved to federal court, China’s Lepu Medical Technology has alleged that biopharma business development consultant Su Zhang, who was hired to help shop its GLP-1 weight-loss candidates to Western partners, engaged in corporate double-dealing and trade secret leaks. According to the complaint, while acting as Lepu’s primary dealmaking liaison for a group of obesity and metabolic disease drug candidates, Zhang was secretly double-dipping as the acting chief business officer for a direct competitor, BrightGene Pharmaceutical. “She never adequately disclosed the role, never sought Lepu’s consent, and never proposed any safeguard,” Lepu alleged in its complaint, which was filed in July after Zhang’s consulting firm, CoDevCo, sought certain transaction-based success fees from its angry customer through an arbitration process in Singapore. Lepu, the parent company of Lepu Biopharma, has asked Zhang to pay back its $500,000 retainer and disgorge all benefits she received during the alleged breaches of fiduciary duty, plus other damages and relief. The company has also requested the court grant injunctions to protect Lepu’s trade secrets. The ill-fated partnership officially kicked off in December 2024, when Lepu tapped CoDevCo as its “exclusive business development mechanism” to identify collaborators for the company’s drug candidates. According to Lepu’s complaint, Zhang personally negotiated and signed the agreement as managing director for CoDevCo, which used her home address. Before the Lepu deal, Zhang made a name following a short stint as the global head of business development for Hengrui Pharmaceuticals. It was during her tenure that Hengrui signed a landmark deal granting exclusive rights for a portfolio of GLP-1 assets to Hercules, which was at that time newly established by a group of private equity and venture capital firms. In addition to the regular upfront and milestone payments, Hengrui also gained an equity stake in Hercules, which later became Kailera Therapeutics. The Hengrui-Hercules deal opened a new paradigm, where a Chinese biopharma company spins off certain early-stage assets to investors for further development through the creation of a new company abroad. The “NewCo” model quickly came into vogue as it allows Western investors to access high-potential assets originating from China at an early stage while giving the Chinese licensors an opportunity to reap long-term benefits through equity stakes in the new firms. The NewCo model proved its value when Kailera staged a record-breaking $625 million IPO on Nasdaq this April, merely two years into the Hengrui deal. Related Kailera CEO 'knew we were in a good spot' before obesity biotech's record-breaking $625M IPO On her LinkedIn page, Zhang described her work at Hengrui as “[b]uilding team and capability from the ground up,” forming NewCo and major pharma partnerships worth billions of dollars. Lepu clearly wanted that kind of track record to help boost its own cardiometabolic portfolio, which includes a range of assets for obesity, Type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and muscle preservation during weight loss treatment. “Lepu’s pipeline is very valuable, but only if Lepu could secure the right international partner to expand into the overseas market during the available commercial window,” the company argued in its complaint. The Chinese biotech said it had little knowledge of U.S. laws, customs or business practices in the business development field, and therefore “needed to rely entirely” on the expertise of Zhang and her team as the firm’s first engagement of a U.S.-based BD consultant. “Zhang’s dominating influence on the business development strategy is further evidenced by the fact that she personally controlled the business-development communications on behalf of Lepu with potential partners,” Lepu said in its complaint. After entering the deal, Zhang introduced Lepu to her four associates. According to Lepu’s version of events, all of them were allegedly employed at different time points to perform similar jobs at other Chinese companies that Lepu described as its competitors, while having access to Lepu’s confidential information. As such, Lepu described Zhang’s team as “a roster of individuals whose primary professional loyalty, by virtue of their concurrent full-time employment, ran to Lepu’s competitors.” As well as the specific examples set out in the case, a look at Lepu’s deals over the period suggests Zhang may have been involved in at least one transaction. During their partnership, Lepu, through its subsidiary Shanghai Minwei Biotechnology, also out-licensed its GLP-1/GIP/FGF21 agonist MWN105 to a NewCo called Sidera Bio in the fall of 2025. The deal included an upfront and near-term payment of $35 million, up to $1.01 billion in milestones, and a 9.99% stake in the Danish startup. It seems likely that Zhang facilitated the Minwei deal given that Lepu is on record as having used CoDevCo as its “exclusive business development mechanism.” The big shock for Lepu came in the form of a news article on June 25, 2025. The article, reporting on phase 2 data for BrightGene’s GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist BGM0504, identified Zhang as acting chief business officer of the Lepu rival. Blindsided by her association with BrightGene, Lepu confronted Zhang in July 2025. “Lepu was given assurances that there was nothing to be concerned about and told that Zhang would explain the matter to Lepu,” Lepu alleged in its complaint. “Zhang never did.” Lepu claimed that Zhang had the motive and opportunity to steer potential prospective partners toward BrightGene or other competitors. Later, in February 2026, one of Zhang’s associates joined BrightGene as the vice president for global business development, according to the complaint. Around the same time, Lepu sent written demand letters asking Zhang to account for her BrightGene role, identify what confidential data were shared with the rival firm, and provide any conflict-of-interest or firewall policies during the engagement. According to Lepu, neither CoDevCo nor Zhang answered the questions in their responses. Related Novo vs. KBP: How a $1.3B deal turned into a fraud accusation and an international legal fight In a motion to dismiss filed with the U.S. District Court in the Eastern District of New York on Sept. 4, Zhang’s legal team argued that Lepu’s agreement was signed with CoDevCo, and that an employee of the contractor does not owe fiduciary duties to the client. In its complaint, Lepu said: “That CoDevCo was the contracting entity does not insulate Zhang from personal liability for duties she personally undertook and personally breached.” Taking the argument one step further, the defending party argued that the consulting agreement “does not create a fiduciary relationship even between CoDevCo and Lepu; instead, it identifies CoDevCo as an independent contractor retained to market Lepu’s business to potential western partners.” Although CoDevCo was Lepu’s exclusive business-development contractor, there were no terms stipulating that the consulting firm should serve only Lepu, Zhang’s lawyer noted. As to Lepu’s claims that Zhang misappropriated trade secrets, the defendant argued that Lepu authorized the use of the information so Zhang’s team could perform their service per the agreement. In a rebuttal filed on Sept. 11, Lepu’s lawyer set out why they believe the Chinese biotech satisfied New York law’s misappropriation definition by alleging that the defendant used a trade secret “in breach of a duty or through improper means.” As an alternative to dismissing the suit, the defendant suggested the action should be stayed pending outcomes from the arbitration of a separate case in Singapore. While NewCo pioneer Zhang is defending her business arrangements, momentum behind the NewCo trend has continued unabated into 2026. Through August, Chinese biotech assets have spurred 15 NewCo deals this year, according to local trade publication PharmaDJ.
Can the Left Make America Fun Again?
Hi friends, I’ve got a piece in The New York Times today about how collective joy — participatory, youthful, anti-corporate — can defeat Trumpism and transform our lives. The basic argument is that politics used to be embedded in communal life: dances, sports leagues, union halls. As that infrastructure disappeared — and more of everyday life was atomized and privatized — politics became something broadcast at people rather than something they did together. NYC-DSA and Zohran provide another model, where socials and face-to-face organizing are tied to a fight vs the corporations that fenced off so much of the good life. Rebuilding that kind of collective fun, I argue, could help bring young people back into politics and, by redistributing America’s wealth, make everyday life more joyful. I would super appreciate it if you’d read the piece, share it, or post comments on it. Thank you! p.s. FYI, Opinion writers don’t get any say over their headlines! More Take action to support the fight of licensed deck officers at Alaska Tanker Company and Overseas Shipholding Group to win a first union contract. This is one of the most important, and underreported, unionization campaigns in America: these workers have a huge amount of power over domestic energy distribution and maritime supply chains, and they’re still without a contract two years after having voted overwhelmingly to unionize. Please sign the public petition here, and if you’re an academic you can sign this support letter.
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Xi caps Trump state visit with symbolic final stop before leaving Washington
Trump and Xi Jinping cap their United States summit with a National Archives visit to view historic documents before the Chinese leader departs.
Ranieri: ‘Luckily’ young Italian footballers get playing outside Serie A
Italy technical director Claudio Ranieri is focused on developing young players, but insists youth coaches must be paid more and notes that, ‘luckily’, many youngsters are gaining valuable playing...
Xi Jinping Didn’t Bring a CEO Entourage. What That Says About China-US Relations.
American chief executives turned out in force to see Xi Jinping, while their Chinese counterparts were absent, a sign of how drastically business ties have changed.
First wireless eGPU with RTX 5060 Ti set to ship this year, Cyberpunk 2077 demo shown
WiCi One wants to make the eGPU cable optional. The RTX 5060 Ti box uses Wi-Fi 7 and a virtual GPU driver, with shipping planned this year.
Focus: Americans navigate 'wild West' of health insurance options after dropping Obamacare plans
When Stacy Cox, a self-employed photographer in Kanab, Utah, dropped her Obamacare health insurance plan this year, routine preventive care became a financial dilemma. Now she finds herself weighing $1,200 for a mammogram against survival of her business.
First US trial against TikTok to test claims platform fueled teen mental health crisis
An Alabama jury will hear the state's claims that TikTok and its Chinese parent company ByteDance made the platform addictive to young users and misled consumers about its safety, in the first case against the company to reach trial in the sweeping litigation over social media's impact on teen wellbeing.
Opinion: New Hampshire deserves science on kratom
Jenn Mercier argues against New Hampshire's potential kratom ban, highlighting existing studies and the need for botanical vs synthetic distinction.
As Health Insurance Costs Soar, Healthcare Workers Also Feel The Pinch
By Hayat Norimine and KFF Health News HealthDay ReportersFRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Joshua and Ashley Durham run a family medicine practice, and for the first time in their lives, they have no health insurance. When the Durhams began their practice in Boise, Idaho, at the end of 2023 ...
Opinion | Young Democrats Are Putting the Party Back in Politics. It’s Working.
Fun, free events communicate a larger goal: that everyday people should be able to afford a joyful life.
Filippo Bernardini Scammed the Book Business for Years. Is He Back?
The man who admitted to stealing hundreds of manuscripts swore he’d never do it again. New online skulduggery resembles his old tricks, and then some.
This Everyday Habit Can Cost You 5 Healthy Years, and It Isn't Smoking or Skipping the Gym
We all know that poor choices about diet and exercise can shave years off your life. But so can this less known lifestyle factor.
AI Presents Science with a ‘Ship of Theseus’ Problem
Opinion | AI can replace each part of the scientific process, leaving the enterprise recognizable but devoid of human judgment.
Packers booed during 'butt-whooping' at home to Falcons
The Green Bay Packers' head coach Matt LaFleur says his team got a "butt-whooping" as they lost 35-14 at home to the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday.
Jersey aiming to improve T20 World Cup qualifier record
Jersey's women are hoping to improve their record in T20 World Cup qualifying.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.
Matt LaFleur on ugly loss to Falcons: "It was a butt-whooping"
Scattering neutrinos to probe the fundamental laws of the universe
As part of Ricochet, an international collaboration that studies neutrinos, MIT PhD student Faith Reyes progressed from learning the basics of the experiment to helping guide the work of other scientists.
Trump and Xi Exchange Symbolic Gifts Ahead of State Dinner
President Trump gave a statue of a bald eagle to President Xi Jinping before a state dinner at the White House.
Hopping mad: New health warning stirs up Belgian brewers
In a country famed worldwide for its beer, a proposed tweak to health warnings on adverts for alcoholic drinks...