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A hidden Alzheimer’s tipping point may decide who gets dementia
Scientists have identified a possible tipping point that helps determine whether Alzheimer’s-related brain changes lead to dementia. The key may lie in how the brain’s immune cells respond to plaques and tau, offering a promising new target for treatments designed to extend cognitive resilience.
RIGHT MU Health Care hosts annual screening and education event at Farmer's Market
MU Health Care's third annual screening event offered free health screenings, CPR and Stop the Bleed training, vision screenings and child safety education.
MU Health Care hosts annual screening and education event at Farmer's Market
MU Health Care's third annual screening event offered free health screenings, CPR and Stop the Bleed training, vision screenings and child safety education.
A program helps Hill Country businesses rebuild all over again
After another round of destructive flooding, LiftFund is offering grants of up to $10,000 to affected small businesses and nonprofits.
ENTERTAINMENT: 24 Hour Plays on tap; local theaters to offer ‘Les Mis’
More than 70 Central Arkansas playwrights, directors, actors, stage managers, musicians, designers and technicians create six brand-new short plays for the fourth annual edition of The 24 Hour Plays: Little Rock, 7 p.m. Monday at Argenta Contemporary Theatre.
Liverpool reject chance to sign Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has been offered to Liverpool, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.Vinicius could leave Madrid this summer as he is in the final months of his contract and the Spani...
New England Patriots Offered Christian Gonzalez Record-Setting Extension
Christian Gonzalez has to sign this, right?
Business Briefcase: Chamber boosts efforts with PSU Schuylkill
POTTSVILLE — The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce has announced an “exclusive chamber benefit discount on cultural intelligence and grant writing courses.” The offer is via a “Developing a Cultural Intelligence” initiative with Penn State Sch…
Dean Conway's Return to the Faculty: Politics at Work?
Austen Parrish offered a wonderful post on Dean Danielle Conway’s legacy as dean at Penn State Dickinson Law. A true visionary and dear friend to many, Dean Conway is returning to faculty as a Distinguished Professor of Law after a tremendously impactful seven years as dean at Penn State Dickinson Law. She is the current President of […]
Sky: Manchester City "verbally indicate" willingness to bid for Diomande
According to Sky Sports, Manchester City have verbally indicated their willingness to bid for RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande. The Bundesliga club have already rejected €100m offers from Liverpool and R...
Ronald Reagan center director: How to talk politics with family, friends and neighbors, without losing them
A new civility handbook offers a simple framework for disagreeing without destroying the relationships that matter most.
Once an adventurer, Dr. Anne Zink offers health and safety tips for travelers
While the crisis of COVID-19 is mostly behind us, new health-related issues are causing travelers to pay attention to how and where they travel.
UC Davis Health pilot program offers at-home cervical cancer screenings
New business numbers should be source of optimism
We know and share in the pain that fluctuating energy costs and gas prices and a decade of rising prices for groceries and other costs of living have inflicted on our nation and region. A Center Square article in Tuesday’s edition of the Williamsport Sun-Gazette offered some good news: The United States has seen nearly […]
“Graphic Talk About Science: Adventures in Science Engagement”
Mount Wilson Observatory (MWO), Southern California’s esteemed home to several of the most groundbreaking astronomical discoveries in history, welcomes the public to the third Saturday Evening Talks & Telescopes of the season on Saturday, July 25, 2026. MWO is honored to present “Graphic Talk About Science: Adventures in Science Engagement,” a lecture by Clifford V. Johnson, from UCSB. This lecture explores how graphic storytelling can make cutting-edge physics more accessible, as Johnson discusses the science and creative process behind his illustrated book, “The Dialogues: Conversations About the Nature of the Universe.” Tickets are available here: www.mtwilson.edu/events/lecture072526 During the six-month season, each Talks & Telescopes event runs from 5:30pm to 11:30pm with the “talk” portion of the evening beginning in the Observatory’s Auditorium. The 60+ minute presentation is followed by picnic dining—bring your own, or purchase from a food truck or caterer—and then, after the sun goes down, stargazing through Mount Wilson’s immense telescopes, the largest in the world made available to the public. Additional stargazing around the grounds will be available thanks to members of the Los Angeles Astronomical Society. Both the 60-inch telescope and the 100-inch—the latter famously used by Edwin Hubble to discover the expanding universe—will be available for viewing the night sky. Priced at $50, this event series offers the most economical stargazing event option on the mountain. Tickets and more information are available on Mount Wilson Observatory’s website here: www.mtwilson.edu/lectures. Advance purchases are highly recommended. UPCOMING SATURDAY EVENING TALKS & TELESCOPES OF THE 2026 SEASON August 22: “Towards a Functional Cosmology” www.mtwilson.edu/events/lecture082226 Join artist Lita Albuquerque for a lecture on her multidisciplinary practice at the intersection of art, science, and cosmology. Drawing on decades of work across painting, land art, performance, and installation, she reflects on projects created in remote, astronomy-linked environments and how they shape her exploration of time, space, and human perception. September 19: “The Brightness of Stars: Henrietta Leavitt and the Transformative Nature of Attention in Art and Science” www.mtwilson.edu/events/lecture091926 Visual artist and author Anna Von Mertens explores the life and legacy of Henrietta Leavitt, whose study of variable stars enabled the first reliable measurements of cosmic distances. Working among the Harvard Computers, Leavitt laid the foundation for breakthroughs at Mount Wilson, including Harlow Shapley’s mapping of the Milky Way and Edwin Hubble’s discovery of an expanding universe. Drawing from her book “Attention Is Discovery: The Life and Legacy of Astronomer Henrietta Leavitt,” Von Mertens shares archival materials alongside her own artwork inspired by Leavitt’s life, to celebrate how careful attention leads to both scientific discovery and a meaningful life. October 17: “The Duality of Genius and Struggle: G.E. Hale” www.mtwilson.edu/events/lecture101726 This talk, presented by Sam Hale, explores the extraordinary life and legacy of his grandfather, George Ellery Hale—the visionary behind some of the world’s most important astronomical institutions. Drawing on both history and personal connection, Sam Hale offers insight into a legacy that continues to shape science and culture today. VISITING MWO The gate to Mount Wilson’s campus opens at 10:00am daily and closes at 5:00pm from early April through November. Entrance to the grounds is free. Visitors can hike, gaze at the telescope domes and towers that dot the landscape, and take a look at historic Mount Wilson photos and letters in the Museum. The Cosmic Cafe (www.mtwilson.edu/cosmic-cafe), located above the main parking lot at the Observatory entrance, is open on weekends in the spring, summer, and fall. In addition to traditional menu items such as hot dogs, drinks, and snacks, the Cafe offers wraps, salads, and sweet treats from Little Flower. PARKING A U.S. Forest Service Adventure Pass is required to park at the Observatory. A $5 day pass or a $30 dollar annual pass may be purchased at the Cosmic Cafe on weekends between 10:00am and 5:00pm. During the week, passes are available at locations around Los Angeles. The most convenient location before heading up is at the Shell station in La Canada Flintridge at the bottom of the Angeles Crest Highway (https://find.shell.com/us/fuel/10007957-4530-angeles-crest-hwy/en_US). Visit the U.S. Forest Service website for more information about Passes and other locations to buy them: www.fs.usda.gov/r05/passes/adventure-pass For more information about Visiting Mount Wilson Observatory, please visit: www.mtwilson.edu/visiting NOT ADA-COMPLIANT Please be advised that access to the 100-inch dome is via an open-air, 53-step staircase inside the building. There is no ADA-compliant access.
UWGB helping to meet employers needs with accelerated computer science degree
UWGB is helping to meet the needs of local businesses by offering a reduced credit computer science degree.
UVA Health among first in U.S. to offer new thumb joint replacement procedure
For years, patients who needed surgery for severe thumb arthritis could face months of recovery.
Local book clubs provide page-turning entertainment for readers of all ages
Toledo Lucas County Public Library offers a variety of clubs: from fiction, to horror and everything in between.
Rich Paul offers insight on LeBron James’ decision, what worked against Heat
Agent Rich Paul offers insight on LeBron James’ decision.
Real Madrid enter race to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leizpig
PSG have not yet shown a willingness to offer a level of fee that would convince Leipzig to consider a sale this summer.
Using Excel to Track and Grow Business - New York State Bar Association
Lawyers may excel in learning case law, but a working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and other bookkeeping tasks can be daunting. A recent program sponsored by the New York State Bar Association offered tips and tricks to better navigate spreadsheet programs. The webinar was presented by Jordan Turk, a family law attorney in Texas and
Primary voters rejected big money in politics
While we’re in an election campaign lull between now and Labor Day, we have time to consider the impact of $102 million in campaign contributions in the primary. In the general election, more money will fill candidate campaign coffers, and from the looks of things, ballot initiatives will get plenty of attention as well. The […]
WV Superintendent of Schools Launches First AI and Digital Science Framework in the Nation
Charleston, W.Va. - West Virginia Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt will share the state’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Science Framework with educators during professional development sessions at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center, Monday through Wednesday, July 27-29, 2026. The Framework, the first of its kind in the country, outlines an approach for digital science and AI literacy education that equips students with the knowledge, skills and credentials to succeed in this rapidly evolving workforce. It also offers educators a way to increase efficiencies in their work and better personalize learning for students.Earlier this year, Superintendent Blatt appeared before a U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee to share the state’s strategy on addressing the use of AI while also protecting students, their data and educational integrity. The Framework is the result of years of planning, collaboration and development. Digital science encompasses the evolving fields of computer science, AI literacy, data reasoning, cybersecurity awareness, media literacy and the practical application of digital technologies. The framework equips educators to prepare students with the AI and digital science knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the workforce of the future.The West Virginia AI and Digital Science Framework establishes a statewide structure for sustained success. From policy to educator development and student learning, it defines how the state will implement digital science and AI readiness at scale. It serves two priority goals:Respond to the rapidly changing technology landscapeEstablish best practices as a leader for rural models of AI readiness, workforce development and digital science educationWith three statewide commitments, educators will be equipped with understanding and the tools to support implementation. These commitments are:Student Access - Every student will have access to AI literacy learning experiences and digital science instruction before graduationEducator Capacity - All counties will sustain local AI training capacity through a train-the-trainer modelWorkforce Alignment - Every approved pathway will connect to employer demand, postsecondary alignment, and portable or verified credentialsNext week, the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) will launch the framework during three educator and staff development sessions. These sessions include unique opportunities for new county central office hires, the Support, Appreciate, Invest, and Learn (SAIL) Conference, and the West Virginia Middle Schools: Bridging the Future Initiative launch. Each session is designed to meet the needs of K-12 educators, professionals, paraprofessionals, service personnel and others who serve in the education community.West Virginia is a national leader in developing a framework for AI and digital science education. We are determined to elevate our model because it prepares students and educators for the future. Our partners at Prodigy Learning and Microsoft understand this commitment and believe, as do we, that our work has national implications for accessibility and scalability because we are building systems that address learning at all levels that lead to post-graduation success.Michele L. Blatt, State Superintendent of SchoolsAs part of the partnership, Prodigy Learning is providing West Virginia educators, at no additional cost, their in-person and virtual training on all products and the materials required for license renewal.
Anthropic's new AI model rivals Fable 5 and is cheaper as businesses fret about costs
Anthropic said Claude Opus 5 is its best performing and its most cost-effective offering.
9 Fruits Highest In Plant-Based Omega-3 That Dietitians Love
An unexpected fruit is one of the richest plant sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Other options can offer a small boost of the famously heart-healthy fats.
Annual STEM Day offers hands-on science and tech activities for families
Families looking for something fun and educational this weekend can check out the Lexington Children's Museum annual STEM Day on Saturday.
Apple Wallet driver’s licenses coming to two more states soon: report
Apple Wallet offers digital IDs and driver’s licenses in a variety of US states, and two new states could add support soon.
NFL insider offers optimistic update on health of Giants owner John Mara
A long-time NFL reporter recently sat down with New York Giants co-owner John Mara and shared an optimistic update on his health.
White House offers its science blueprint: More AI, less life sciences
The Trump administration released its blueprint for U.S. science, calling for shifting hundreds of billions of research dollars from universities to industry.
Radiology artificial intelligence marketplace CARPL.ai raises $10M
Founded in 2021, CARPL bills itself as the “world’s largest AI marketplace,” offering over 300 applications across 100-plus AI partners.
Good for the Neighborhood events offer school supplies, free health screenings
Good for the Neighborhood events offer school supplies, free health screenings
Should Scientists Have Research "Reserves" on the Moon?
The worlds of the Solar System offer up exciting and (so far) mostly pristine places for planetary scientists to study. As space missions continue to travel to Mars, Europa, asteroids, and other worlds, questions keep coming up about keeping them safe for continued exploration and observations.
Beatdown roundtable: favorite almost-signing in Ravens history
Baltimore Beatdown’s staff offers their favorite almost-signing in Ravens franchise history.
iPhone Driver's Licenses May Soon Expand to New State
Driver's licenses and IDs may soon be available in Apple Wallet for iPhone and Apple Watch users who live in Utah. MacRumors discovered signs of a Utah ID in Apple's backend, suggesting Apple is moving forward on implementing support. Utah already offers a mobile driver's license option through a standalone app, but there is no Apple Wallet integration.
In Israel, a strong challenger for political change
Israel’s longest-serving prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, is facing a major political test this fall. After three years of war and growing public frustration, a former military chief is emerging as an unlikely challenger, offering voters a different vision for the country’s leadership. We look at how an outsider with deep security credentials is tapping into a desire for change — and what his rise could mean for Netanyahu’s political future.
Garmin's Whoop Killer Will Offer Free Heart Rate Monitoring After Backlash
Anyone who owns a Garmin Cirqa will be able to view live heart rate data for free as part of an upcoming change to the company's subscription plan.
Bidder emerges for bankrupt Triangle startup
Apani Systems, a Raleigh textile recycler, offers $250,000 for Keel Labs' assets in bankruptcy auction, potentially acquiring seaweed fiber technology.
ECU vocal program offers oft-missing science to singing
ECU vocal pedagogy professors teach the science and anatomy behind singing, benefiting their students and offering a workshop for teachers.
Sabrina Ionescu denies report that she turned down WNBA 3-point contest: 'I can't decline an offer I never got officially invited to'
Amazon Prime Video Adds Video Games to Bundle Through Luna
The Amazon Luna gaming platform, which had been included in the larger Prime offering, will now be baked into Prime Video too.
Booking.com for Business Offers Business Travel Jet Lag Calculator
Tool aims to minimize syndrome
Teladoc Health unveils new virtual care model for employers, health plans that ties payment to results
Teladoc Health unveiled a new virtual care model for employers and health plans designed to offer a more coordinated, personalized approach for members, while tying payment to clinical and financia | Teladoc Health unveiled a new virtual care model for employers and health plans designed to offer a more coordinated, personalized approach for members, while tying payment to clinical and financial outcomes.
Schiff calls out Trump's corruption, warns against complacency
In a floor speech, California's senator plans to assay the president's conflicts of interest and offer a prescription for cleansing once Trump leaves office. He warns against numbness or complacency.
Braves’ perfect trade offer for Angels’ Zach Neto
A look at the Braves' trade offer for Zach Neto, Atlanta’s best potential move before the upcoming 2026 MLB trade deadline on August 3.
Health department to hold free flood-recovery vaccine clinic Friday at Wesleyan
The Upshur-Buckhannon Health Department will offer free Tdap and hepatitis A vaccines beginning at 10 a.m. Friday, July 24, at West Virginia Wesleyan College for anyone who was in floodwater or is helping with cleanup.
Beatdown roundtable: favorite almost-trade in Ravens history
Baltimore Beatdown’s staff offers their favorite trade in Ravens franchise history.
UT Martin offers public health concentration at regional centers
UT Martin's six regional centers now offer a concentration in public health as part of the health and human performance degree.
Feed-A-Palooza returns bringing free health and wellness resources, family fun to Lake Eola
One Heart for Women and Children, in partnership with AdventHealth, is hosting the Feed-A-Palooza Community Health & Resource Fair Saturday, July 25, offering free community resources, family activities, and more.
Samsung Says Smart Glasses Privacy Concerns Need Industrywide Fix
Samsung Electronics Co. showcased the smart glasses it developed in partnership with Alphabet Inc.’s Google, Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, offering new details around battery life and durability ahead of a release this fall.
Pirates reportedly listening to offers for Oneil Cruz
The Bucs are reportedly thinking of dealing Cruz.
The greenest goodbye: Human composting and the science of becoming soil
In 2020, Recompose was the first U.S. company to develop the technology needed for the commercial composting of human bodies, disrupting a funeral industry that had been largely unchanged for decades. Now 14 states have legalized the climate-friendly practice and more than a dozen others are considering it. Additional startups have launched to offer a greener goodbye and all are looking to scale.
Lakehouse Business Data Models for Manufacturing & Industrial
Production-ready, governed Silver-layer data models for travel & logistics that deploy directly into Unity Catalog on Databricks.
First steps forward for the implementation of the Health Action Plan
ENISA is the EU agency dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity in Europe. They offer guidance, tools, and resources to safeguard citizens and businesses from cyber threats.
Dynasty Financial Partners's Latest Innovations
Houston-based registered investment advisor Americana Partners has stepped into a new avenue, having established a division catering to wealthy clients in the sports and entertainment industries. The new unit will serve athletes, entertainers, creators, agents, and coaches with support from former athletes, entertainment executives, and financial professionals. The division will offer wealth management services and other offerings, including income diversification, brand protection, intellectual property strategies, tax planning, and investment management. For clients in the entertainment sector, ...
As Maui recovers from devastating fires, a study offers vision for new rural health model
A study of the long-term health impact of the Lahaina wildfires is inspiring a new model for disaster recovery and support.
Arte Moreno Breaks Silence On Selling Zach Neto
The Angels are finally listening to offers for Zach Neto as interim GM John Mozeliak shifts the team's strategy ahead of the trade deadline.
Cubs BCB After Dark: Would you drink the Hader-ade?
The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if the Cubs should make an offer for Josh Hader.
Manhattan University Launches Bachelor of Science in Data Science
New degree program debuts in fall 2026, building on the University's offerings in computer science, business analytics and computer engineering
Stephenson County Fair opens in Freeport with daily activities and entertainment
The Stephenson County Fair opened Tuesday at the Freeport fairgrounds, offering daily admission for $10.
New Polls Show Americans Angsting Over Politics and Healthcare Affordability
Two new surveys are offering insight into issues that are increasingly worrying Americans. According to polling firm Gallup, politics is not only dividing the public but it is seen by many as a top safety concern, while the fear of losing health insurance is leading a substantial number of people to ...
New Polls Show Americans Angsting Over Politics and Healthcare Affordability
Two new surveys are offering insight into issues that are increasingly worrying Americans. According to polling firm Gallup, politics is not only dividing the public but it is seen by many as a top safety concern, while the fear of losing health insurance is leading a substantial number of people to ...
Clovis Janitorial Outlet celebrates 45 years in business
Clovis Janitorial Outlet is celebrating its 45th anniversary. To commemorate the occasion, the owners are offering customers 15% off in-store purchases through July 31.
Katie Porter ‘done for now’ with politics, will become book influencer
The former Democratic congresswoman plans to offer "book recommendations, book ideas and author content.”
Ramp Opens Stablecoin Accounts and Payments to Business Clients
Financial operations platform Ramp says it has begun offering customers stablecoin accounts and payments. The new offering, announced Tuesday (July 21),
Lakehouse Business Data Models for Travel & Logistics
Production-ready, governed Silver-layer data models for travel & logistics that deploy directly into Unity Catalog on Databricks.
Splash Lab offering free science activity at Main Street Square
Splash Lab, a free science program offered by Main Street Square and Visit Rapid City, is in its final two weeks.
Madisonville Community College partners with Google to offer free business workshops
This partnership offers a series of free workshops designed to help local entrepreneurs, small business owners and community members strengthen their online presence
Philadelphia offers forgivable $50,000 loans to help small businesses expand
Philadelphia's Boost Your Business program provides funding and other resources for selected companies each year.
These 5 Side Hustle Businesses Keep Costs Low and Profits High
With minimal startup expenses, strong demand, and room to scale, these side hustle ideas offer a path from extra cash to a full-time business.
NVIDIA Shows DLSS 5 Progress and Technical Details at SIGGRAPH 2026
NVIDIA has once again showcased its DLSS 5 neural rendering at the SIGGRAPH 2026 event, currently taking place in Los Angeles. Despite the initial negative reaction from gamers, NVIDIA is continuing to develop the technology, offering improvements and a new demonstration of how DLSS 5 is intended...
UF Health researchers uncover biological clues behind childhood scoliosis
A study identifies gene activity differences in spinal tissue, offering insight into a condition whose causes remain largely unknown.
Nintendo says it has no legal duty to pass its U.S. tariff refunds on to consumers
Nintendo is asking a court to dismiss a proposed class action suit that was filed this past spring by gamers who say the Mario maker is breaking the law if it doesn’t pass on its U.S. tariff refunds to consumers. Those consumers “received exactly what they bargained and paid for” when buying price-hiked Nintendo goods last year, the company said in a filing on Monday in the case of Hoffert et al v. Nintendo. “Plaintiffs are not entitled to a rebate simply because of intervening legal developments related to tariffs.” Nintendo increased the price of Switch 2 controllers and the original Switch last year, following the imposition of globe-spanning U.S. tariffs (tariffs described by Nintendo’s lawyers on Monday as “sweeping” and “constantly changing”). This past February, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the tariffs were illegal. A month later, Nintendo sued the U.S. government to get a refund. And in April, gamers filed the class action claim against Nintendo in Washington, saying it would be illegally double-dipping if it made money from tariff-hiked sales and then from a refund. The gamers sought relief for anyone in the U.S. who bought price-hiked Nintendo items between February 2025 and February 2026. “The common thread among Plaintiffs’ claims is that it is somehow ‘unfair; that Nintendo has not retroactively adjusted its prices for completed sales in response to the outcome of the tariff litigation,” the company’s lawyers wrote in today’s motion to dismiss. “But that is now how commercial transactions work.
Augusta Health Among First in Virginia to Offer Volt™ Pulsed Field Ablation Technology
FISHERSVILLE, VIRGINIA — Glenn Brammer, MD, a cardiac electrophysiologist and cardiologist at Augusta Health, is now offering the Abbott Volt™ Pulsed Field Ablation System, an advanced treatment option for patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib). “Atrial fibrillation and cardiac arrhythmias negatively impact the lives of millions in the United States and around the world. Beyond the […]
Intel Xeon 6 Leaps To 8000 MT/s Memory Now, But The Real Payoff Waits For 8800 MT/s MRDIMM In 2027
Intel introduces 8000 MT/s DDR5 RDIMMs for Xeon 6 CPUs, boosting memory speed by 25% and offering a 20% increase in total memory bandwidth.
FDA’s Home as a Health Care Hub Initiative and the READI-Home Innovation Challenge: Key Takeaways for Device Sponsors
Key Takeaways The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) opened its READI-Home Innovation Challenge, offering up to nine device sponsors early,…
Columbus Bars to Visit for Live Music, Duckpin Bowling and More
These nine bars offer great drinks and better entertainment, from music to arcade games and more.
The one East Coast coastal town I visit every year: Bethany Beach
Bethany Beach, Delaware, is my family's favorite beach town along the East Coast that offers a quaint atmosphere, stunning boardwalk, and great food.
Your LG TV Remote Can Control Your PlayStation 5 - Here's How
Sony offers a media remote for the PlayStation 5, but you don't need it if you own an LG TV remote. You can set it up via the Simplink function.
Science can serve dark as well as light
I’m not sure how many of you are watching “Star City,” Apple TV’s spin-off of its “For All Mankind” program (2019-present), but it’s one of the better sci-fi series I’ve seen in a while, with an impressively dark political message. (Some light spoilers below.) For the uninitiated, “For All Mankind” presented a slightly tweaked history of the U.S. space program in which it was the USSR that landed on the Moon first in 1969, and shortly thereafter put a woman cosmonaut on the lunar surface. This sparks an ongoing space race that, in the original series, yields a lot of benefits for humanity. President Nixon’s insistence on a female astronaut corps to compete with the Soviets boosts the feminist movement of the 1970s and the ERA passes. New fuels generated for the space program create clean and cheap energy around Earth. There are also some darker changes — the USSR is thriving well into the 2000s, there are terrorist counter-technology movements around the globe, laborers on Mars work in nightmarish conditions and organize strikes and riots, etc. the @smotus report is a reader-supported publication. To support this work, please become a paid subscriber. Subscribe That show offers glimpses into the subtle ways this Earth is different. Teddy Kennedy never went to Chappaquidick because he was racing back to Washington to deal with the space program crisis; he gets elected President in 1972. John Lennon survives his early 1980s shooting but Pope John Paul II does not. The Apple Newton succeeded. Pretty much the whole of season 4 is a setup for an Al Gore joke. Again, mostly, the vision that “For All Mankind” presents is a positive one, with technology advancing many human interests. “Star City” goes in a very different direction. This spin-off show is about the same set of events but from the Soviet perspective. As we meet them, the team of scientists and cosmonauts responsible for the lunar landing are still basking in their hero status, but their program is embedded deep in the Soviet security state of the late 1960s. Everyone’s apartment is bugged. Whole teams of clerical staff spend their days transcribing recordings of people’s lives. People in the program, including respected cosmonauts, are regularly arrested. An incredibly menacing Colonel Lyudmilla Raskova (Anna Maxwell Martin) forces confessions and tortures and kills, expressing little more than annoyance in the process. Meanwhile, the space program’s highly respected Chief Designer (Rhys Ifans) has a vision for the program that he knows the government will not approve. He insists that they need to think past the Moon to focus on colonizing the solar system, starting with Venus. (This is a rough parallel to the Americans’ pivot to Mars in the original show.) He essentially builds a secret space program within the space program, calculating that the government will embrace the mission after it has succeeded. (As an aside, I’m not sure why the Venus obsession, as a successful mission can’t produce the biggest public relations payoff: a cosmonaut standing on the surface holding the Soviet flag. Anyone standing on Venus would be immediately crushed by the 92-bar atmosphere and then cremated in the 900°F temperatures. But in a country with no free press perhaps the visual payoff was less valued.) But the overall vision is that the technological advances have only amplified the most fearsome aspects of the Soviet system. The state is paranoid (but not incorrect) about American spies and does monstrous things to protect its secrets. People are terrified to trust each other. Classic banality-of-evil figures order people to harm those they care about; those people comply rather than get shot. Others are forced into criminal behavior to protect loved ones. We’re reminded all the time these days of what happens when a government despises science. It manifests in the defunding of schools, the elevation of fossil fuels as the rest of the world pivots to solar, outbreaks of measles and diarrhea, etc. But “Star City” offers a vision of a bad government that likes science. It’s not encouraging. It’s not yet clear if there will be a season two of this show. But I strongly recommend season one. It’s both thoughtful and gripping. Share
George Deek’s Story Offers a Rebuttal to Politics of Blame and Hatred
In a sharply argued opinion piece, Felice Friedson […]
Celtic revive chase for striker Hogh
Celtic have resurrected their interest in Bodo/Glimt striker Kasper Hogh after missing out on the 25-year-old Dane in January. Celtic have submitted a second "huge" offer for Oviedo and Egypt winger Haissem Hassan. Tottenham Hotspur have set their sights on Celtic midfielder Arne Engels.
How Jefferson Health eases the wait for cancer care
Jefferson Health’s unique program sees patients within 48 hours, fast tracking care and intervention, and offering emotional and social support.
Pellegrini’s contract renewal, agreement worth €3 million
Lorenzo Pellegrini is waiting to renew his contract with Roma. The Giallorossi midfielder is in the capital and rejected Juventus’s offer to convince him to join Spalletti’s project, as they did w...
BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Berkshire Mountain Distillers in Sheffield
After nearly two decades, the local business is expanding its scope with Two Lanterns Brewing Co., as well as more seating and culinary offerings.
What Trump's Election Address Means for Local Officials
MIT’s Charles Stewart, one of the nation’s leading experts on election administration, offers his take on the president’s speech and how local election officials should proceed into midterm season.
Free science program for middle-school students, offered by NSHS students
Through the Newton Summer Science Program (NSSP), Newton South HS students offer free, high-school-level, summer STEM classes for students entering Grades 7-9 in September. Classes are held for...
Andy Biggs and David Schweikert offer competing visions for Republican Party in Arizona governor primary
After decades coexisting in the fractious Arizona Republican Party, Biggs and Schweikert are on a collision course in Tuesday's primary for governor.
Apple Reportedly Worked on Two 'Extreme' Chips
Apple once developed "M2 Extreme" and "M3 Extreme" chips for the Mac Pro, but it decided not to release them, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. He first reported on this topic in 2022, and he touched on it again in his Power On newsletter today. "Extreme" chips would have had twice as many CPU and GPU cores as Apple's "Ultra" chips. "The idea was to offer twice as many graphics and main processing cores as that chip," he said.
Mavericks match Knicks' offer sheet to restricted free agent C Moussa Cisse for 2-year, $4.7 million deal
Andy Biggs and David Schweikert offer competing visions for Republican Party in Arizona primary
Rep. Andy Biggs and Rep. David Schweikert are clashing in the Republican primary for Arizona governor
Andy Biggs and David Schweikert offer competing visions for Republican Party in Arizona primary
Rep. Andy Biggs and Rep. David Schweikert are clashing in the Republican primary for Arizona governor.
5 Powerful Laptops Cheaper Than MacBook Air After The Price Hike
With the MacBook Air getting more expensive, a few options from Lenovo, Microsoft Surface, HP, and Asus can offer good power and value for money.
US Sen. Lindsey Graham’s papers being curated at USC one document at a time
The late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s political papers could offer a deeper look at his career. Here’s where the collection is going and why it may take years for the public to see.
Mavs Block Knicks, Match Offer To Keep Promising Young Center
Dallas secured frontcourt depth by matching a $4.7 million offer sheet for Moussa Cissé, preventing the New York Knicks from poaching the defensive specialist after his standout rookie season.
Mavs match Knicks' two-year, $4.7M offer to Moussa Cisse
The Dallas Mavericks have matched the New York Knicks' two-year, $4.7 million offer sheet on restricted free agent Moussa Cisse, Yann Balikouzou and Kevin Bradbury of LIFT Sports Management tell ESPN.
Amarillo Public Library, city health department to offer free summer vaccination clinics
The Amarillo Public Library is partnering with the City of Amarillo’s Department of Public Health to offer vaccination clinics at library locations throughout the summer.
Bill Montevecchi, seabird ornithologist and science communicator
The North Atlantic can look empty until someone begins paying attention. A stretch of gray water off Newfoundland may appear to hold little more than waves and scattered birds. To Bill Montevecchi, those birds were evidence. Their breeding success, feeding trips, and changing numbers revealed what was happening beneath the surface, offering clues about fish [Continue reading]
Phoebe Sumter to Host Free Children’s Health Fair in Americus - Americus Times-Recorder
Phoebe Sumter Medical Center will host an upcoming Children’s Health Fair, a community-focused event offering free health screenings and family-friendly activities, on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 11 a.m. to […]
Japanese business culture focus of new study abroad offering at MSU
BOZEMAN — This summer, the inaugural faculty-led trip to Japan was jam-packed with new experiences for Montana State University students, helping instill valuable business and cultural knowledge about a unique