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Minneapolis mental health crisis response program ‘thrown into chaos’
The program that sends unarmed mental health professionals to some 911 calls is in limbo after the council rejected a new vendor to do the work.
National Science Foundation leader Brian Stone to retire with no clear replacement in sight
President Donald Trump's nominee to replace Stone, James O'Neill, has yet to have a confirmation hearing in the senate, leaving the future leadership of the NSF unclear
Seneca begins $8.9M sports lounge project at Niagara casino
The Seneca Nation’s gaming enterprise, Seneca Resorts & Casinos, has begun construction on an $8.9 million Seneca Sports Lounge at its Niagara location, adding another major project to a growing list of capital investments across its properties. The venue is being built on the west concourse near the Bear’s Den Showroom, in the former Blues […]
Ray Archuleta, Barry Fisher, Jim Moseley and more soil health presenters
By Randall Reeder, Ohio No-Till Council Ray Archuleta will present two days: Nov. 10 in Columbiana and Carroll Counties, and Nov. 11 at the Brandt Farm in Fairfield County. Other key presenters will also be on those programs. Ray Archuleta, an internationally known soil scientist (retired from
LIVE: Heavy police presence at Academy Sports + Outdoors in Humble as crime scene investigated
Humble police are investigating a crime scene at an Academy Sports and Outdoors on Wednesday, according to the Police Department.
Collectors sent rare Pokémon and sports cards to get graded. Then thieves stole nearly $1 million worth of them from the FedEx truck taking them home
A YouTuber who lost 104 cards says PSA’s payout may be capped at $1,500 a card, even for cards PSA valued higher.
Augusta business owner gets prison for failing to pay payroll tax
An Augusta business owner was sentenced to a year and a day in jail for failing to turn over employee payroll taxes to the IRS.
Native gardening to be featured at UUVA annual banquet
The Upper Unadilla Valley Association will host a Nov. 6 banquet in Leonardsville featuring a presentation on native plants and gardening.
Bush clan members back Democrat James Talarico in Texas Senate race
The Bushes could potentially influence some disaffected Republicans when it comes to next month's vote.
Manchin calls Schumer 'crazy' for trying to oust GOP senator in crucial Senate showdown
Joe Manchin called Chuck Schumer "crazy" for trying to unseat Susan Collins as he joined the Maine senator on the campaign trail in Lewiston.
Making sense of America: Alumnus Astead Herndon's approach to political journalism
Nationally recognized journalist Astead Herndon, Comm ’15, discusses the values, experiences and reporting philosophy that guide his efforts to help Americans make sense of an increasingly complex political landscape.
Vivian Wilson, Model and Elon Musk's Daughter, Signs With Echo Lake
Vivian Jenna Wilson, model and estranged daughter of Elon Musk, has signed with Echo Lake Entertainment for representation.
Augusta business owner sentenced after failing to forward payroll taxes to IRS
An Augusta business owner was sentenced to just over 12 months in prison for failing to forward payroll taxes paid by his employees to the Internal Revenue Service, according to
The Latino Theater Company presents 'Yamel Cucuy,' about ICE
'Yamel Cucuy' — at the Latino Theater Company, inside the Los Angeles Theatre Center in downtown L.A. — follows a 13-year-old girl hunted by ICE agents.
I On Politics
HUNDREDS ATTEND ADDABBO’S AUTUMN E-WASTE EVENT: State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. hosted his free bi-annual electronic waste recycling event on October 4, 2026, at the Forest Park Bandshell Parking Lot. The Lower East Side Ecology Center collected electronic waste including new, outdated, and broken devices. A partnership with PaintCare allowed Addabbo’s Office to
What U.S. Senate candidates Rogers, El-Sayed said about lowering health care costs in Michigan
With Election Day less than three weeks away, Michigan U.S. Senate candidates answered a series of questions in Detroit, including one on health care.
Summit in Samarkand, a boon for child wellbeing and health
Representatives from across the international community are meeting in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, to ensure that children everywhere can thrive in a world marred by war, climate chaos and other fundamental challenges.
Take a break from opinion-page politics next week
Sometimes I think I’d take tornado season over election season. And that strikes me as an apt comparison as I imagine sheltering beneath a hinged cellar door until the storm has blown over — physically in one sense, mentally in the other. As an example of the debris flying around this season, my inbox was
United Automobile, Aerospace & Agricultural Implement Workers of America
The labor union representing workers in auto, aircraft and agricultural implement manufacturing and other industries in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico.
From PMS to Menopause: Two new clinical studies strengthen the science behind one saffron extract
PMS and menopause represent distinct stages of a woman’s life, with different hormonal patterns and symptoms. Yet both are characterised by significant hormonal fluctuations that can influence interconnected biological pathways involved in emotional well-being, sleep, stress response and overall quality of life
David Krumholtz explains absence from “10 Things I Hate About You” reunion, Heath Ledger tribute on“ DWTS”
“Everyone looked so amazing.”
IDWeek 2026: Viral Hemorrhagic Fever Exposure and Infection Risk in Health Care Workers
A poster presented at IDWeek was a systematic review of 35 studies that found rare transmission of viral hemorrhagic fever to health care personnel in high-income countries and highlighted the need for standardized exposure definitions to guide response.
Your 2026 NFL Week 7 announcing schedule
The NFL will have its first-ever regular-season game in Paris in Week 7, even amid the civil unrest in France. Dave Pasch, Jason Kelce, and Kurt Warner will return to their international booth duties (after Bob Wischusen and Louis Riddick stepped in for Week 7) to call the Pittsburgh Steelers-New Orleans Saints game for NFL…
Op-ed: Making sense—and dollars—of resilience
Investments in resilience can strengthen our neighborhoods while creating durable career pathways for the next generation of New Yorkers.
Three Six Zero Launches Entertainment & New Media Division Led by Rebecca Dowell
Three Six Zero announced a new Entertainment & New Media division led by Rebecca Dowell, who will represent digital creators and emerging talent including…
Packers Named Trade Fit for $22 Receiver at Deadline
The Green Bay Packers are thinner than they would like at wide receiver. Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are sitting at 1-5 with Chris Godwin at wide receiver. It would make sense for the Packers and the Bucs to work out a potential trade, according to Matt Verderame of Sports Illustrated. Verderame notes that the […] The post Packers Named Trade Fit for $22 Receiver at Deadline appeared first on HEAVY.
Why political texts keep coming even after you block them
George Weiner built PACspam.org to trace who sends nonstop political fundraising texts after blocking numbers repeatedly failed to stop the messages.
Thune makes bold prediction about Republicans' Senate chances as GOP pulls millions from key races
John Thune says Republicans will outperform the polls in toss-up senate races despite shifting campaign cash away from Georgia and into Kansas.
RayNeo Announces Canadian Retail Rollout for Its Next-Generation AR Entertainment and AI Glasses
GT MAX brings a virtual screen of up to 307 inches, while RayNeo iO Smart Glasses puts everyday AI in view, as part of a full Canadian lineup with glasses starting at $429 RayNeo GT MAX RayNeo GT MAX AR glasses pair a 59° field of view with virtual screens of up to 307 inches. Built-in audio is co-tuned by Bang & Olufsen, and Dolby Vision is supported when paired with the separately sold Pocket TV Pro.* MSRP $629 CAD. Screen image simulated. Photo: RayNeo RayNeo iO RayNeo iO AI glasses put live
Stranger Than Heaven: The Final Preview of the Yakuza Team’s Ambitious, Decades-Spanning Action-Adventure
in a new three-hour demo, I got to play Stranger Than Heaven from the start, see a bit of its decade-spanning story in action, and explore the different towns that represent each time period. That also meant getting real familiar with how to throw hands in the re-tuned combat, and it feels like I've done a complete 180-degree turn on RGG Studio's next game. Meaning, I’m now all-in on the Yakuza team’s latest.
Misericordia University Announces New Partnership with Northeast College of Health Sciences
Misericordia University recently announced a new educational partnership with Northeast College of Health Sciences designed to provide students with a streamlined pathway toward earning a Doctor of Chiropractic degree.
Political Pulse: Anthony Kathol hopes to flip historically Democratic Senate seat in District 27
Republican candidate Anthony Kathol is running to flip a historically Democratic seat in District 27.
Franciscan Health receives stuffed animals for pediatric patients across Northwest Indiana
Pediatric patients in Franciscan Health emergency rooms, pediatric inpatient units and outpatient surgery centers in Michigan City, Chesterton, LaPorte, Dyer and Munster will now have stuffed animals to help make their hospital experience a little more comfortable, thanks to a donation by The Eva Martin Project. Representatives from The Eva Martin Project recently donated more … Continued
Science News unveils its list of 10 scientists making an impact on our world
As a teenager, Gabriela Farfan became fascinated by the shapes and colors of minerals. Now, as curator of gems and minerals at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, she studies what they can reveal about our planet.From corals that preserve chemical signatures of changing oceans to sparkling gemstones, Farfan uses crystal structures, chemistry and spectroscopy to uncover the information trapped inside minerals and show why they’re an essential part of natural history. WASHINGTON, O
Shingles vax: A cash cow? | Investors Lab
Nobody had to twist my arm to convince me to get the shingles vaccine. A few scary anecdotes about the horrors of contracting herpes zoster (pain, unsightliness and potentially permanent nerve damage, for starters) were good enough reasons for me. Turns out the two little jabs I received a few years back may offer big returns: unexpected multiyear protection for the ticker. Science News’s Meghan Rosen delivers the good news.
WA hospitals face $6B threat, new report says
Hospitals in WA could lose nearly $6 billion by 2033 due to HR 1 cuts to Medicaid, according to a new report from Sen. Maria Cantwell’s office.
Vinícius Júnior’s Agents Admit He 'Seriously Considered' Arsenal
Vinícius Júnior’s representatives have revealed the Brazilian genuinely weighed up a move to Arsenal this summer before committing his future to Real Madrid.
Integrating working equids into one health and disaster risk management in Senegal
Analysis in English on Senegal about Agriculture, Drought and Flood; published on 21 Oct 2026 by the Brooke
Taking a closer look at the political landscape in Minnesota
Republicans see hope in former sports broadcaster Michele Tafoya. Can a Republican win a Senate seat in Minnesota for the first time since 2002?
Too much RNA can starve cells of energy, scientists discover
Scientists have uncovered an unexpected danger lurking inside cells: too much RNA can damage the structures responsible for producing energy. A new study found that excess RNA, including the normally essential messenger RNA (mRNA), can directly disrupt mitochondria without relying on the immune system. The discovery could help explain how viral infections and certain aging-related diseases damage cells.
Musk-backed PACs have spent over $400 million on advertising
The Senate Leadership Fund, the GOP’s super PAC dedicated to electing Republicans to the Senate, received Musk’s top donation of $168 million.
Live updates: Trump to rally for Sen. Darline Graham in South Carolina
Live updates and the latest news as Trump rallies for Darline Graham in South Carolina and the candidates for Senate in Michigan and Kansas and governor in Wisconsin debate.
Senate District 8 Candidates Weigh Health Care Costs and Natural Resources
Seasoned legislator Tyson Running Wolf, a Democrat, and health care professional Christopher Paul Buckles, a Republican, are competing to represent Senate District 8. The district covers the Blackfeet Reservation and the east side of the Rocky Mountains, crossing the range into parts of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) Reservation. Running Wolf, 52, grew […]
Marshall faces final debate in fight for political life
In today’s issue: Marshall, Hamilton meeting in final debate Trump unveils fraud whistleblower program Big midterm spending in final weeks Backlash to controversial Ramaswamy ad Sen. Roge…
The past, present, and future share a show floor at Pinball Expo 2026
Flipping through the highlights in and around Pinball Expo 2026.
Medicare for All, Medicaid cuts and rising costs: Where Flanagan and Tafoya stand on health care
The U.S. Senate candidates differ over Medicare for All, Medicaid funding and the federal government’s role in making health care more affordable.
Has Susan Collins’s political luck finally run out?
Anti-Trump voters could decide Maine’s crucial Senate race.
How Ameresco built a GEO strategy to boost AI brand visibility
AI answer engines were presenting an outdated version of what Ameresco actually does. An audit revealed a 47 areas for improvement.
2 Central Florida restaurants shut down after health inspections last week
The Department of Business and Professional Regulation shut down two Central Florida restaurants during the week from Oct. 12-18 after conducting health inspections.
Reggie Burrows Hodges remixes the Old Masters for an L.A. homecoming
Reggie Burrows Hodges is the subject of three concurrent L.A. exhibitions at the Getty, the California African American Museum and Art + Practice. These will mark his first-ever solo presentations in his hometown.
John Turturro on Hollywood, Oscars and getting better with age
Stealing the spotlight in his latest movie, ‘The Only Living Pickpocket in New York.’ the quintessential indie actor reflects on a career spent following his instincts.
Ramstad: With DFL nearing trifecta, business hopes Klobuchar keeps excesses in check
A moderate governor will have to rein in the big-spending DFLers in the House and Senate.
Opinion: Public service, not politics: why I’m running for Boone County Commissioner
Written by John Schickel, candidate for Boone County Commissioner Public service has been the thread running through every chapter of my life. It is also the reason I am seeking to represent you as your county commissioner. People often ask why I got into politics. My answer has always been the same: my job is […]
Can James Carville Please Just Be Quietly Wrong Somewhere Else?
The omnipresent consultant-cum-tantrum-thrower has long outlived whatever relevance he once had, but cable producers, podcast hosts, and Democratic campaigns haven’t got the memo.
Stumpf is making people notice at Bordentown
Bordentown senior Carter Stumpf established himself as a leader last fall and has taken it to a new level during the Scotties' 6-1 start
Turner trying to stave off challenge from Lesko in senate campaign
Frank Lesko defeated a popular incumbent in 2024, but to do it again, he will have to navigate state political waters.
Soft-spoken David Pocock has big ambitions – but first he wants politicians to ‘double down’ on kindness
Independent senator’s goals ‘much bigger’ than prime ministership, he reveals in first speech to national press club
Swiss group agrees $390 million deal for medicines business with operations in North Africa
DKSH agrees to acquire NewBridge Pharmaceuticals in a $390 million deal, gaining a medicines platform with an established North African presence
NATO Boosts Black Sea Military Presence after Deadly Drone Attacks
For Romania and Bulgaria, drone attacks have brought the consequences of the Ukraine war close to their territorial waters.
Beyond the ballot, block walking brings politics to the doorstep
“What makes a difference is neighbors showing up at their neighbors' doorstep and telling them why this election is so important,” Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico said.
FEATURE | The Bundesliga’s best 5 players
Bundesliga Matchday 6 produced another entertaining weekend of German football, with Bayern Munich’s emphatic 6-1 victory over RB Leipzig, Bayer Leverkusen ending Freiburg’s unbeaten start and new...
You are who you vote for: Identity politics in Texas midterms
While the campaigns in Texas have been focused fundamentally on the affordability crisis, the Texas Senate race between Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico remains highly contested due to the engagement of identity politics from both candidates.
Jalen Duren Has Message After Pistons Comeback Win vs. Celtics
Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren had a clear message to send after the Pistons came back and beat the Boston Celtics on opening day.Despite going down by 22 points in the game, the Pistons clawed their way back into the game against Boston and ended up winning it 121-113.It was an incredible comeback by a […] The post Jalen Duren Has Message After Pistons Comeback Win vs. Celtics appeared first on HEAVY.
Boy George joins Eretz Nehederet as election satire exposes 'monkey business' in Israeli politics
Boy George joins Eretz Nehederet for its final episode before Israel's elections, as the comedy show takes aim at Netanyahu, Eisenkot, campaign scandals, and political rivalries.
Kirill Marchenko Sends Message to Blue Jackets Fans Booing Him
Toronto Maple Leafs winger Kirill Marchenko sent a clear message to the Columbus Blue Jackets fans for booing him.For the first time since he was traded the day before the season began, Marchenko played in Nationwide Arena in Columbus as a member of the Maple Leafs. Marchenko was traded to Toronto in exchange for Matthew […] The post Kirill Marchenko Sends Message to Blue Jackets Fans Booing Him appeared first on HEAVY.
Research report: Digital Science and Sunmedia partner to bring research impact reporting to Japan’s medical affairs teams
Sunmedia will use Dimensions and Altmetric data in customized reports intended to assess attention, sentiment and real-world connections for Japanese medical affairs teams.
How Investors May Respond To PENN Entertainment (PENN) Massachusetts Slot Debate
PENN Entertainment has opposed proposed legislation in Massachusetts that would permit historical horse racing devices that function like slot machines. The company argues these terminals could shift up to US$216 million in annual gaming revenue and affect an estimated 1,074 casino jobs across the state. The company has recently reported earnings that exceeded consensus estimates, with an average surprise of 72.86% over the last two quarters. This highlights an operating profile where...
Rochester Grange #86 Presents "The 4 P’s of Honeybee Health" on 10/24
A message from Rochester Grange #86: Rochester Grange #86 presents a no-cost community lecture in conjunction with the Seacoast Beekeeper’s Association. The 4 P’s of Honeybee Health With a focus on Pesticides Neonicotinoid pesticides are all the buzz, but what are they? How can we help our six-legged friends? Date: October 24 at 3 p.m....
The humble one-celled alga that helped scientists win the Nobel prize
Chlamydomonas and its light-sensing protein help show how memories, feelings and behaviour form in our brains
Gracie’s Beauty Salon honored with Texas Treasure Business Award
Gracie Arguijo celebrated a special milestone on Friday, Oct. 9, when she was presented with the Texas Treasure Business Award from the Texas Historical Commission.
SLR Business Credit Provides $9MM Senior Secured Factoring Facility to Bedding Company
SLR Business Credit (SLRBC) funded a $9 million recourse factoring facility, supported by accounts receivable and inventory, to Purecare, a 25-year-old,
Exploring tactile senses with the Orlando Science Center
Watch to see if meteorologist Victoria Wisniewski can guess what is in these stereognostic boxes
Polling places open for General Election, but some voter confusion remains
While the polls for the General Election are open, what is not so clear are some ballot items. For those voting in District 43 for the state representative seat, there
Eagles' Saquon Barkley Trade Proposal Might Make Too Much Sense
It wouldn't be easy, but it could be smart.
Student-produced film captures Ireland sports experience | UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media
The documentary created by a UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media team premieres on campus Oct. 22 and Oct. 23. — This story, written by UNC Hussman alumnus Michael Lananna ’14, was originally published at unc.edu. — Carolina senior Anna Laible came up with the idea about a year ago. At the annual UNC Sports and Entertainment Summit, the journalism student walked up to then-athletic director Bubba Cunningham and took a chance. “Hi, Bubba, I’m not sure if you remember me, but I’m part of the student broadcast team from the Olympics,” Laible told him. “I have this idea to do an Ireland documentary on the football team.” Encouraged by the enthusiastic response to the proposal, Laible and a team of students from the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media worked diligently to turn that vision into reality. In August, Laible and seven peers traveled to Dublin, Ireland, with the Carolina football team and women’s soccer team. Equipped with video cameras, the student journalists covered both teams during their international games — both wins — and filmed scenes throughout Dublin, interviewing Irish locals, Tar Heel fans and key Carolina figures who helped make the trip possible. Back home, Laible’s team put the finishing touches on the documentary, with its first screening at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 22-23 in Carroll Hall room 111. The project is the latest in a long line of sports documentaries produced under the guidance of C.A. Tuggle, John H. Stembler Jr. Distinguished Professor. Since the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Tuggle and the Hussman school have sent journalism students to cover each of the Summer Games, and Tuggle’s students have also produced documentaries on Carolina teams that win national championships. But this Ireland excursion presented a new kind of opportunity. “This trip is really unique,” Tuggle said. “Bubba liked the idea, so we started working on it, and it’s all because Anna was forward-thinking and assertive.” Laible’s team worked to create a holistic depiction of the Dublin trip, billed as “Much More Than a Game.” The documentary’s 12 chapters cover Irish culture, music, trips to the Guiness Storehouse and the myriad connections between Tar Heels and Ireland. “Our main focus was to make sure we gave a whole encompassing idea of what this experience was like,” Laible said. “We wanted to show not just the student-athletes, but other students, other Carolina fans, Carolina alumni, the music and really incorporate that all in the documentary.” Joining Laible in Dublin were juniors Emily Brietz, Cooper Hall, Eliza Jennings and Katherine McCullough and seniors Molly Malek, May Proctor and Merrily Tew. Those students also traveled to Milan for the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in February. Those kinds of opportunities wouldn’t be possible without the support of UNC Hussman and, in the case of the Ireland trip, the Carolina athletic department. UNC Hussman students create Ireland trip documentary. (Submitted photo) “Never in a million years did I think I would have the opportunity to go to the Olympics or to the Aer Lingus College Football Classic, and now I’m even being presented with potential opportunities go to the Super Bowl,” said Malek, who served in a leadership role with Laible in Dublin. “I think that Carolina does a terrific job of connecting us to these opportunities that almost no other university does. This is a university where you have the opportunity to have an interdisciplinary education and to learn and experience a lot of things all at once.” With the support of UNC Hussman, Tuggle and fellow students like Malek, Laible turned a spur-of-the-moment idea into a documentary. When the film screens, Laible said she’s not quite sure what emotions to expect. “I’m a little worried that I might cry — not that crying is a bad thing,” Laible said, laughing. “But I’m really grateful for so many people helping, and I’m excited for everyone to see it.”
UAB opens Shelby Biosciences Research Building to advance health
UAB has opened the Shelby Biosciences Research Building, an eight-story facility named after former U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, aimed at supporting health research and creating new jobs.
25% Of Middle Schoolers Proficient In ELA, Science; 18% In Math
According to a recent presentation by district leaders, who described those numbers as “steady progress” and a small improvement from previous years.
Political newcomers De La Cruz and Garcia battle for redrawn Texas 35th Congressional District
On Nov. 3, Texas voters will choose a new U.S. representative for the newly redrawn 35th Congressional District. On the ballot are Republican Carlos De La Cruz and Democrat Johnny Garcia.
Ohio State faces a major test without Julian Sayin
Who will be the Buckeyes' next signal caller in Sayin's absence?
Hospitals: Federal changes will worsen Minnesota healthcare crisis
Minnesota hospitals had a record high of over 2 million emergency department visits in 2024. That year, more than a quarter of hospitals lost money on operations. The Minnesota Hospital Association painted a bleak picture of Minnesota healthcare Tuesday in a new report titled “A Statewide Crisis of Care.” The hospitals are gearing up for […]
Famous Dems campaign for Pappas as NH's crucial Senate race hits final stretch
Two weeks until Election Day and New Hampshire's U.S. Senate race is at a boiling point.
New Richland Lab Could Transform How Scientists Study Microbes and Boost Regional Jobs
The BriefGroundbreaking held Tuesday: PNNL officially began construction on the M2PC lab, a 30,800-square-foot facility funded by the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science that will study soil microbes to improve crop productivity and develop new biotechnology applications. The facility will be open to researchers from around the nation and the world.Research timelines could shrink dramatically: The facility's automation and AI capabilities could reduce experiments that currently take six months to just 72 hours, allowing scientists to explore more possibilities faster than ever before.New jobs coming to the Tri-Cities: The project is expected to create positions for automation engineers, AI experts, roboticists, technicians, and skilled craftspeople, with the facility opening in 2029.RICHLAND, Wash. — Pacific Northwest National Laboratory broke ground Tuesday on a first-of-its-kind facility that could accelerate scientific discoveries about the microscopic organisms living in soil—organisms that may hold the key to growing more food and developing new energy technologies.The Microbial Molecular Phenotyping Capability, or M2PC, represents a significant investment in automation and artificial intelligence to speed up research that traditionally takes years to complete. The 30,800-square-foot facility will house more than 100 connected automated instruments designed to study microbes at a pace and scale never before possible.Reshaping Agriculture's FutureThe M2PC facility will not put a new tool directly into a farmer's hands tomorrow morning, but it is actively reshaping the commercial pipeline to solve agriculture's biggest headache with biologicals: inconsistent field performance. For years, PNNL researchers have explored how microbes work and how they might help produce useful materials, advance energy technologies, and address challenges involving critical materials and minerals. But those experiments have been limited by what researchers could accomplish by hand."They can be used to provide nutrients to a plant so that the plant would grow more. So, like increasing your crop productivity, for example," said Douglas Mans, PNNL's Associate Laboratory Director for Integrated Discovery Sciences.PNNL's own research shows soil microbes can help plants access nutrients and withstand drought—benefits that could prove crucial as farmers face growing environmental pressures. The M2PC facility will allow scientists to identify and optimize useful microbes faster than ever before, accelerating the development of biological solutions that actually work consistently in the field.What Makes M2PC UniqueThe Microbial Molecular Phenotyping Capability differs from traditional research labs because it operates as a first-of-its-kind, AI-enabled autonomous laboratory designed to shrink experimental timelines from years down to months or weeks. The M2PC lab will connect more than 100 automated instruments to grow microbes, prepare samples, measure their behavior, and link observations to the molecular processes behind them. Artificial intelligence will help analyze results and guide the next experiments, allowing scientists to explore more questions faster.Deb Gracio, PNNL Director, emphasized the transformative potential during Tuesday's groundbreaking ceremony: "Research that has taken years will become possible in months and hopefully in weeks."That acceleration is already being demonstrated. PNNL's smaller automated lab, called the Anaerobic Microbial Phenotyping Platform or AMP2, completed three experimental cycles in just 72 hours—a process that normally would have taken about six months."That normally would have taken us about six months … and we were able to do that in 72 hours," Mans said.The AMP2 laboratory is not being closed or replaced. Instead, the current 1,800-square-foot laboratory serves as an active prototype and precursor for the much larger M2PC facility. AMP2 will continue operating as a separate lab designed to run anaerobic experiments—those conducted in the absence of oxygen—while M2PC will focus on aerobic research.Broader Applications Beyond AgricultureWhile improving crop productivity is one important application, the M2PC facility is designed to support research into multiple areas critical to national priorities. The lab will advance research into biofuels, manufacturing materials, and energy technologies. It will also help researchers understand how microbes respond to environmental changes and how to design biological systems for biotechnology applications.As a flagship component of the Department of Energy's Genesis Mission, M2PC represents a significant investment in using artificial intelligence and automation to accelerate U.S. scientific discovery. Dorothy Koch, Associate Director of the DOE Office of Science Biological and Environmental Research program, highlighted the facility's importance during the groundbreaking."M2PC will accelerate biological discovery and design," Koch said, noting that the facility is expected to conduct a minimum of 500 strain experiments per week, 100 microbiome experiments per week, and take a million measurements per month.Economic Opportunity for the RegionBeyond the scientific breakthroughs, the M2PC project represents significant economic opportunity for the Tri-Cities region. The facility will require hiring automation engineers, AI experts, technicians skilled in operating robotics, and specialized craftspeople to build and maintain the sophisticated equipment."We're anticipating that type of hiring," Mans said when asked about job creation.PNNL has already begun recruiting talent nationally and internationally for positions related to the smaller AMP2 lab, bringing automation engineers from cities like Boston and San Francisco to work in the region. The M2PC facility is expected to accelerate that trend."This capability won't really exist anywhere else in the world," Mans said, suggesting the facility could become a draw for scientific talent seeking to work on cutting-edge biotechnology research.Timeline and Next StepsThe M2PC facility is expected to open in 2029. Between now and then, construction crews will level and prepare the ground, while the building takes shape. Simultaneously, Ginkgo Bio Works, the automation contractor, will build the facility's automation components off-site so they can be installed as the building is completed.In the interim, PNNL researchers and the broader scientific community will begin planning the first experiments to be conducted in the facility, ensuring research is lined up and ready to begin as soon as the doors open.The groundbreaking ceremony included representatives from the Department of Energy, PNNL leadership, and elected officials at the federal, state, and local levels, underscoring the project's significance to the region and the nation's biotechnology future. 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Sen Slotkin committed a 'cardinal sin' in this era of politics: Ben Domenech
A 'Kudlow' panel breaks down Sen. Elissa Slotkin's, D-Mich., controversial comments about targeting Trump administration officials.
Ryan Day Reveals Concerning Julian Sayin Injury Update
Ohio State coach Ryan Day announces Julian Sayin is out indefinitely and reveals the Buckeyes are preparing for a potentially season-long absence.
Nancy Wyman remembered as Connecticut political pioneer
"Do you want to tell the story of why there are still millions of people in this country who have insurance?" asked U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy. "That story runs through Nancy Wyman."
Earlville Opera House plans paranormal investigations, Halloween concert
Earlville Opera House will host paranormal investigations Oct. 23-24 and a Grateful Dead tribute concert Oct. 30. Find ticket and registration details.
Toy Story 5, Backrooms and The Breadwinner Vie to Become the Second Biggest Film This Year...
(Welcome to my weekly streaming ratings report, the single best guide to what’s popular in streaming TV and what isn’t. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. If you were forwarded this email, please subscribe to get these insights each week.) Often, people blame “data” for ruining Hollywood, when I’d argue that hype (which can often be debunked by data) is often worse, as you can see in these two headlines. To use a common meme, here’s how it started: and how it’s going: Earlier this year, I read countless (and I mean countless) articles (in almost every mainstream media outlet) about how Heated Rivalry was a huge hit and that it “heated” interest in hockey. But Heated Rivalry wasn’t a huge viewership hit compared to the hype: [ ](https://entertainment.substack.com/p/you-cant-eat-buzzdid-heated-rivalrys) [ You Can’t Eat Buzz…Did Heated Rivalry’s Buzz Translate into Actual Viewership? ](https://entertainment.substack.com/p/you-cant-eat-buzzdid-heated-rivalrys) Entertainment Strategy Guy · Jan 22 [ Read full story ](https://entertainment.substack.com/p/you-cant-eat-buzzdid-heated-rivalrys) In this case, the hype (Heated Rivalry is really popular) belied the data (It didn’t make the top ten charts, meaning it wasn’t a huge hit.1) Even worse, every time I write about this, I get a lot of negative feedback, hence why I only sparingly mention the show these days or add lots of caveats when I write about it, but this just further cements the hype. But companies, and the executives leading them, have to determine strategy based on reality, not media coverage. The NHL committed real marketing dollars to a campaign that didn’t work. Sure enough, the latest NHL season opened to under a million viewers. At some point, you have to focus on what the data says, because real dollars are at stake. And that’s why we have the Streaming Ratings Report! To provide and analyze cold, hard data. Luckily, this week, I can be positive and take a look at a huge opening on streaming, along with a very buzzy horror film that customers kind of like, but don’t really love. And a comedy that tried to rebound on streaming. Today, I’m covering two weeks—21-Sep and 28-Sep—so we have a lot to discuss (nearly 5,000 words worth), including a series of film misses for Netflix, another argument for weekly-released TV shows on streaming, another sitcom tries to avoid the comedy curse, Netflix has two new game shows (one powered by AI), Reacher falling off the charts after a huge run, Prime Video tries its hands at the romcom game**,** a look at the WNBA’s big season, a big night for the VMAs on CBS and MTV, all the flops, bombs and misses, and a whole lot more. (Reminder: The streaming ratings report focuses on the U.S. market and compiles data from Nielsen’s weekly top ten viewership ranks, Luminate’s Top Ten Data, JustWatch and Reelgood interest data, Samba TV household viewership, company datecdotes, Netflix hours viewed data, Google Trends, and IMDb to determine the most popular content. While most data points are current, Nielsen’s data covers the weeks of September 14th to October 4th, 2026. You can find a link to my terminology here.) Subscribe Film - Two Hits and a Miss Come to Streaming… Three very interesting films came to streaming in one week, and I like comparing them since they show the range of theatrical films. One was a huge blockbuster, one was popular, and one was neither. One is a horror film, a buzzy genre; one is a comedy, a struggling genre; and one is an animated family film, the king of the box office. One went to a tiny streamer (HBO Max), one went to a second-tier streamer (Disney+), and one went to the biggest (Netflix). So… If you just went by box office, you’d expect Backrooms—the $197 million grosser, and partner of Obsession for “YouTube Horror Summer”—to dominate on streaming. If you read this report, though, you know that horror films don’t do great on streaming, and that’s the case again. Backrooms opened at 3.8 million hours according to Nielsen, and had 3.9 million hours in its second week. Here’s how that stacks up to other HBO Max films: We’re just getting started with this issue, but the rest is for paid subscribers of the Entertainment Strategy Guy, so if you’d like to find out… ...why I don’t buy Backrooms budget… …two new games shows arrive on streaming… …another sitcom struggles… ...another argument for putting out shows weekly on Netflix... ...and a whole lot more, nearly 5,000 words more... ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support. If you want an idea of just how much content you’d get in a full issue, check out this older issue. Coming Soon! Next week, I’ll be taking a look at the eighth season of Hulu’s The Kardashians, answering the question: will this show ever make the charts? If Mormon wives can make it, surely one of social media’s most popular families can as well. Also, Prime Video has a new horror show based on popular IP, Carrie, Netflix has a horror show starring Josh Hartnett, Below, and Apple TV has a UK import, Small Prophets. Plus a bunch of movies like Disclosure Day heading to Peacock, The Housemaid coming to HBO Max, Ben Affleck’s latest on Apple TV, Animals, and Matchbox the Movie on Apple TV, a John Cena action comedy inspired by Hasbro’s toy cars. The week after is even busier! I’ll look at another IP-based horror show, Crystal Lake, a new MCU show on Disney+, VisionQuest, season two of The Lowdown on FX/Hulu, the fourth seasons of The Diplomat on Netflix and Tulsa King on Paramount+, another season of Love is Blind, and four straight-to-streaming films: Netflix’s Sacrifice (starring Chris Evens, Anya-Taylor-Joy, Vincent Cassel, John Malkovich, Salma Hayek. Charlie XCX), Apple TV’s Tenzing (starring Tom Hiddleston and Willem Defoe), Prime Video’s Love of Your Life (Margaret Qualley) and Masterplan (Stanley Tucci) and a whole lot more, somehow. Long term, here’s some huge IP news: a Game of Thrones movie is coming to theaters, Game of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest in 2029, while Jon Watts (who helmed three of the most recent Spider-Man movies) is directing the next Star Wars trilogy, to be written by Simon Kinberg. I’m cautiously optimistic for both. It feels obvious to say that making good movies matters, but for bets this big (Star Wars is on a swoon, Game of Thrones hasn’t been to theaters yet), the quality has to be there.
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