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Business Monday: Hawaiʻi Island resident creates a new app to streamline hiring process nationwide
Jessica Cockrell of Hilo has launched ShiftPass, an innovative app that aims to ease the hiring process in the short-term and improve career possibilities for Hawaiʻi residents in the long-term.
Kansas City continues to prove it's a superior sports city as Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce could welcome a new superstar to town soon
The Kansas City Chiefs have Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce as international superstars in their own sport. The city could soon have Mo Salah.
New Graduate Certificate Program in Health Informatics Launches This Fall
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will launch a new graduate certificate in health informatics this fall, equipping students with the skills needed to improve healthcare delivery through data, ... New Graduate Certificate Program in Health Informatics Launches This Fall
What You Need to Know About Aortic Tears and Bone Health
Dr. Ian Smith, physician and other of “The Last 15: Say Goodbye to Those Most Stubborn Pounds,” joins TODAY to share the warning signs of an aortic tear and breaks down how to improve your bone health.
Gray unveils new and improved online business directory
The town hopes the directory will improve the relationship between town government and local businesses.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Performance Benchmark Review
Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced breathes new life into the classic with modern graphics, gameplay improvements and full ray tracing support. In our performance review, we examine its graphical fidelity, VRAM usage, upscaling options, and how well it runs across a wide range of modern GPUs.
DC Sports Reality Check: The struggle of convenience for sports fans
In Part 1 of a five-day series on how the D.C. area actually follows its teams, Rob Woodfork explores how sports fans are leaving the proverbial buffet of coverage still hungry.
New report finds health of Snake River has improved, recommends further intervention
Idaho Conservation League study found the concentration of phosphorus, historically the river’s main pollutant, has declined substantially.
Knoxville team behind Dollywood projects joins new NERF, Peppa Pig attraction
Developers of the new Play District in Pigeon Forge have joined forces with the Knoxville architecture firm behind several Dollywood projects.
Waze is rolling out new and improved features right now for its iOS and Android apps
Waze adds some new and improved features that might make driving less of a chore.
Energy efficiency that delivers measurable business results
Lower costs, improve reliability and boost productivity with DTE Energy rebates, financing and customized energy efficiency solutions.
How businesses can improve service animal access and ADA compliance
Learn how businesses can support service dog access, meet ADA requirements and create more inclusive customer experiences.
Handover of Health Commodities
Joint Handover of Health Commodities Speech of Chargé d’Affaires Steve Bremner (…) Thank you for joining us. I am here today to demonstrate how U.S. foreign assistance under President Trump’s America First Global Health Strategy and our bilateral health MOU makes America safer and stronger while helping Madagascar build a more self-reliant health system. Through our bilateral Global Health Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed in December 2025 with the Ministry of Public Health, our two governments outlined shared priorities and responsibilities, including a strong focus on infectious disease threats and Madagascar’s increasing ownership and co-investment in its own health system. The MOU outlines the structure and terms of U.S. support to Madagascar’s health sector from 2026 through 2030, with a total commitment of $134,305,000 from the U.S. government and $41,216,252 from the Government of Madagascar to work jointly to address malaria, maternal and child health, polio and global health security issues. Stronger health systems help prevent instability and reduce the risk that infectious diseases reach the United States, making both our countries safer. America First foreign assistance is clear and disciplined: It is a tool of strategic engagement, not global charity. Every U.S. taxpayer dollar must show measurable results, reduce long-term dependence on U.S. taxpayer resources, and support greater self-reliance in recipient countries. Support must be efficient and targeted, with zero tolerance for fraud, waste, or abuse. This year, through the U.S.-funded Global Health Supply Chain Program – Procurement and Supply Management project, we are distributing: 989,250 long-lasting insecticide-treated nets, worth $2,000,000 to 63 districts and 1,661 Community Health Centers across Madagascar, with the third and final delivery of these nets having arrived in late June. Through the U.S.-funded Momentum Country and Global Leadership (MCGL) project, we are funding: The full cost of Starlink internet connectivity equipment procurement, installation, and one-year subscription for 31 priority District and Regional Health Offices. Through the U.S.-funded Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems project, we are supplying: 908,523 pieces of critical medical equipment and a modernized digital surveillance system to the Ministry of Public Health. These materials will strengthen health systems, improve response capabilities, and help those most in need of protection from mosquito-borne diseases — particularly malaria, which continues to claim the lives of children and women at an unacceptable rate. Deployed effectively, they will contribute to reducing maternal and newborn mortality in rural and hard-to-reach communities where the need is greatest. In these same underserved areas, Starlink connectivity will play a critical role in enabling the rapid transmission of health data and information to central levels, ensuring that decision-makers receive timely, actionable intelligence and can mount swift, coordinated responses to protect populations. For Americans, this support delivers concrete benefits. Stronger health systems in Madagascar help detect and contain infectious diseases before they spread across borders, protecting American and Malagasy families. More stable, healthier countries can expand trade and economic cooperation with the United States. Our goal is not permanent support; it is temporary, targeted assistance that helps Madagascar save lives while achieving greater self-reliance and independence from foreign assistance. To the health workers and community health agents here that will use the products we’re delivering today: your dedication and skills save lives. Your work exemplifies the kind of local ownership that will enable Madagascar to reduce dependence on foreign assistance and manage the country’s health challenges. This targeted support delivers results today while helping Madagascar build toward a future where it can sustain and expand those health gains independently, ensuring that today’s U.S. support leads to Madagascar’s self-sufficiency. Thank you, Misaotra.
Danville Field Notes: BWXT employees earn data science certifications through Danville workforce development program
Plus: A local relief center plans for capital improvements, Pittsylvania pushes against an effort to minimize tree removal at anticipated micro-resort, and a music series begins in Danville’s River…
NMU receives state funding for business building
MARQUETTE — As part of Michigan’s 2027 fiscal year budget that was approved by the Legislature July 3, Northern Michigan University received construction authorization for the Northern Enterprise Center, which will house the NMU College of Business. The total cost of the project is estimated to be $22.98 million, according to a university press release. […]
5 4-Cylinder Engines That Deliver V6 Power
Powerful vehicles used to require powerful engines, but thanks to newer technology and improved efficiency, a 4-cylinder can perform just as well as a v6.
Inside the Record-Setting Business of the Los Angeles Dodgers with President & CEO Stan Kasten
Stan Kasten, Los Angeles Dodgers President, CEO and Part Owner, joins Sports Business Radio to discuss the record-setting business of the Dodgers. From superstar Shohei Ohtani's impact on attendance, sponsor sales and merchandise sales, to improvements to the fan experience at Dodger Stadium, to the Dodgers surpassing 4 million fans last season and being on track to draw that many fans again this season, we discuss how in many regards, the Dodgers are maximizing revenues better than any other pr
Inside the Record-Setting Business of the Los Angeles Dodgers with President & CEO Stan Kasten
Stan Kasten, Los Angeles Dodgers President, CEO and Part Owner, joins Sports Business Radio to discuss the record-setting business of the Dodgers. From superstar Shohei Ohtani's impact on attendance, sponsor sales and merchandise sales, to improvements to the fan experience at Dodger Stadium, to the Dodgers surpassing 4 million fans last season and being on track to draw that many fans again this season, we discuss how in many regards, the Dodgers are maximizing revenues better than any other pr
Microsoft may make big changes to bring Android and Windows 11 closer together
Microsoft is reportedly working on several major changes to improve and expand upon Phone Link, deepening Android integration.
Why Women's Intuition Is a Competitive Advantage in Business
Research suggests women's intuition is a measurable cognitive skill that can strengthen leadership, improve decisions, and enhance success.
Meet the Floating Robot Companion Designed for Safe, Friendly Human Interaction
Robotics researchers are trying to prove that lighter-than-air robots could excel at emotional connection.
Ohio officials approve co-responder program for behavioral health calls
A MetroHealth social worker will respond with Parma and Parma Heights police and firefighters to mental health, substance use, homelessness and other crisis calls
Delaware launches $4.5M initiative to help small businesses improve commercial corridors
Delaware has launched a new $4.5 million grant program to help small businesses improve their properties and revitalize commercial corridors through a partnership with private lenders.
Don’t know where to start with strength training? This expert-approved formula is the simplest way to build muscle at home
If you get bored working out, this sports scientist’s home workout formula could be a game changer
Max Holloway defeats Conor McGregor in minute with injury stoppage at UFC 329
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The First Test of Bar Harbor's New Entertainment Rules.
The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Bar Harbor Historical Society. BAR HARBOR—The Finback Alehouse was the first real test of the town’s new special amusement permit process, July 7 while eight other permits sailed through the process last week. The permit allows music in places where liquor is served. The town’s ordinance which was recently tweaked for a new process allows for the regulation of noise and hours of activity. The only discussion at the July Town Council meeting was about the Finback Alehouse on Cottage Street, in the heart of Bar Harbor’s downtown district. The Finback’s distinctive design—a front wall that is like a garage door that can be opened and closed—was a key to that discussion. The restaurant, which often hosts live bands, singers, and karaoke, at night, has had one substantiated noise complaint this season, which is documented on its application. According to Bar Harbor Police Chief David Kerns, most complaints about noise happen after 10 p.m., and if the Finback had two more violations within a year, they’d have to stop having music. One town councilor said that he’d have no problem reissuing the permit if the door was down. The permit passed through the process with no conditions. Vice Chair Earl Brechlin moved the motion with two time changes for two holiday weekend dates. It passed unanimously. The council asked the Finback why they’d chosen an indoor license with a wall that can be opened to the street. Dale Stockburger, representing the Finback, said he’d applied for an indoor permit rather than an outdoor structure or partial structure (which is usually applied to tents or pavilions). The restaurant has traditionally had an indoor license. Stockburger said that whether the door is open or closed is immaterial because he now stands outside with a decibel reader to make sure that the music isn’t too loud. OTHER SPECIAL AMUSEMENT PERMITS New Councilor Deborah Vickers worried that she had potential conflicts of interests on two other renewals due to the location of her employee housing. Vickers co-owns the Black Friar Inn. They have employee housing directly behind the Finback, which is also 300 yards from the Bar Harbor Inn, she explained. The Bar Harbor Inn also had a permit up for renewal. The councilors unanimously voted she did not have a conflict of interest. The councilors approved permits at The Bluenose Inn, 90 Eden St, Class A; Acadia Hotel Downtown, 20 Mount Desert St, Class A and C; the Bar Harbor Inn, 8 Newport Dr, Class A, B, C and D; C-Ray Lobster, 882 State Hwy 3, Class D; Holiday Inn Bar Harbor Regency, 123 Eden Street, Class B; Finback Alehouse, 30 Cottage St, Class B; Project Social, 278 Main St, Class C and D; Bar Harbor Beer Works, 119 Main St, Class B and D; and Mainely Meat BBQ Dreamwood Hill, 369 State Hwy 3, Class D. That process is laid out in the Special Amusement Ordinance of the Bar Harbor Town Code which is Chapter 14 of the town code. Special amusement permits have class codes. These are the meanings: Number - how many musicians are allowed by the permit. Class A - Indoor non-amplified entertainment. Class B - Indoor amplified entertainment or dancing. Class C - Outdoor non-amplified entertainment. Class D - Outdoor amplified entertainment. RESIDENCE LICENSES RENEWED AND A TAXI LICENSE The councilors also renewed the licenses for three specific sorts of residences that require that yearly renewal per the town code. The employee living quarters at Atlantic Oceanside Hotel, 119 Eden St and another at 278 Main Street were renewed. The shared accommodations license renewal at 39 Kebo Street also occurred. These are annual renewals. Bernard Taxi Services’ license was also renewed. This license had been added to the agenda at the meeting. Bar Harbor Update on Leaf and Grass Clipping Disposal BAR HARBOR — Bar Harbor residents will still have a place to throw away their leaf and grass clippings this summer. The town’s agreement with EMR in Southwest Harbor for disposing of those items will continue through November 30. The agreement, according to a town press release, will continue “while the Town continues evaluating long term composting solutions and the required state permitting process.” As of July 1, residents bringing their grass and leaves across the island to the facility in Southwest Harbor will have to fill out a property registration card. Each property can throw out up to 85 pounds of the grass and leaves. “Any disposal exceeding the 85 pound allowance during this period will be the responsibility of the property owner at the applicable disposal rate,” the press release explains. 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CCTV: Public Safety Tool or Entertainment Trend
CCTV systems have long been positioned across towns and cities, acting as enforcement tools to improve safety, monitor traffic, and serve as crime prevention. A clear example of the camera's
Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation 'Significantly' Improves Depression in Just 10 Days, Trial Finds
Short-term relief.
30 Most Important Bears of 2026: Kyler Gordon (No. 18)
Our Most Important Bears of 2026 series continues with Kyler Gordon, who has plenty to prove by staying healthy for this defense.
8 Cool Consumer Reports Approved Gadgets Under $50
Score top-tier, Consumer Reports-endorsed tech like streaming sticks and headphones from Roku, Amazon, JBL, and more — all for under $50.
Michigan Democrats are angry at their party. Abdul El-Sayed thinks he knows why
Key Democratic establishment figures believe Abdul El-Sayed will blow the party’s chances of holding onto a critical Senate seat this fall. He is out to prove them wrong — and to show that they misunderstand what voters really crave.
iOS 27: What's New With the Mail App
Apple's Mail app is getting some useful updates in iOS 27, with Apple making big improvements to search and introducing new AI features. Search iOS 27 has an overhauled search system that extends to the Mail app. Instead of surfacing results based on keywords and recency, Mail app search ranks results by relevance and intent. Search results that come up in Mail are more relevant than before, so you find exactly what you're looking for.
SC agency considers entering the carbon business to improve state forests
SC natural resources agency wants to get into the business of selling credits to environmentally friendly and carbon neutral companies.
Vanderbilt Health celebrates 100 years of membership in the American Hospital Association
Presented as part of the AHA Membership Milestone Awards, this recognition celebrates organizations whose longstanding partnership has helped strengthen hospitals and improve the health of communities across the nation.
New Mexico behavioral health committee signs off on $8M plan for northern region
The committee tasked with overseeing the repair of New Mexico's behavioral health system approved the second of 13 regional plans.
These are my favorite new Messages features in iOS 27 [Video]
iOS 27 makes Messages smarter than ever with Apple Intelligence, Siri, Genmoji, and quality-of-life improvements.
NC State Health Plan approves new premium hikes, picks preferred network hospitals
It’s the latest round of changes for the plan.
She Studied Ways to Make People Smarter. Then Her Grant Was Cut.
Jessica Cantlon had a grant with the U.S. Navy to explore whether people could improve spatial problem-solving skills through training. Then the program was cut.
Deal with developer could lead to new sports stadium in Rochester
Rochester’s city council unanimously approved an exclusive agreement with Wisconsin-based Landmark Development. It gives the company six months to decide if it wants to build a facility on a piece of city-owned land downtown.
FCC Approves Reflect Orbital's Space Mirror Satellite That Astronomers Hate
The FCC says the most controversial aspect of Reflect Orbital's Earendil-1 satellite, its giant mirror, falls outside its authority since the regulator mainly focuses on radio spectrum.
Mamdani’s preening arrogance will ultimately prove his downfall
The democratic socialist balloon deflated this week.
Germany's lower house of parliament passes healthcare reform
Germany's lower house of parliament on Friday approved a bill to overhaul the creaking health insurance system that has drawn fierce opposition from drugs companies which fear tougher pricing measures will harm profitability and reduce investment.
Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald Gets Blunt on Potential Super Bowl Repeat
The Seattle Seahawks aren’t getting much attention despite being the reigning Super Bowl champions. Seattle hasn’t made any blockbuster moves this offseason to put themselves in the spotlight, while their NFC West rival, the Los Angeles Rams, has. Los Angeles made trades for Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie this offseason to improve their defense and […] The post Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald Gets Blunt on Potential Super Bowl Repeat appeared first on HEAVY.
Bayer Secures 3.0 Billion Euros to Improve Capital Structure
Apollo to invest equity capital into an entity holding Bayer’s long-acting reversible contraceptives business Bayer to retain majority stake in and…...
Dr. Jeff Bird: New Endeavors in Youth Sports
By Dr. Jeff Bird— MUNCIE, IN—Participation in youth sports improves outcomes for children in multiple important parameters. The data is convincing. Youth sports participation is linked to significant improvements in physical health, cognitive function, and social-emotional development. I ha
Seattle business owners hope Club World Cup improvements become permanent
Business owners say downtown looked better than ever during the tournament, but they'd like to see long-term solutions to keep it that way.
iOS 27: 8+ New CarPlay Features
With iOS 27, Apple is introducing several CarPlay features that will improve your in-car experience, both when you're driving and when you're idle in the car. From new video experiences to Siri AI, there are multiple new options to look forward to. Video Apps CarPlay apps can incorporate video browsing capabilities, so you can browse for and watch videos on your in-car display while parked.
FCC Approves Reflect Orbital's Space Mirror Satellite That Astronomers Hate
The FCC says the most controversial aspect of Reflect Orbital's Earendil-1 satellite, the giant mirror, falls out of its authority since the regulator mainly focuses on radio spectrum.
Annual report on Cedar Hill hospital shows some improvements, leaves out some complaints
10 tips to improve your health while aging
Decline in old age isn’t inevitable. Here’s what older adults can do to prevent it.
Topaz vs. Evoque: New head-to-head study for TTVR devices now underway
Researchers are comparing the new-look Topaz TTVR system from TRiCares with the FDA-approved Evoque TTVR system from Edwards Lifesciences.
OpenAI Just Can’t Beat This TikToker
The dunks on OpenAI's Voice Mode will continue until the model improves.
ASU's efforts to improve health outcomes for Arizonans lauded by US congresswoman
As the Arizona State University Congressional Dialogue Series with Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari began Wednesday morning, David Schwartz used three words to describe the health care system:Chaotic. Complex. Confusing.But then Schwartz, vice president of strategy and business development for ASU Health, explained in one sentence how those three Cs could turn into As, so to speak.
America's Top States for Business 2026: Arkansas comes in as most improved
CNBC's Scott Cohn reports on 2026's Top States for Business.
Indiana: Stop playing politics with kids' food.
In Indiana, over 650,000 kids are without consistent meals this summer because the state opted out of an important federal food program. I just introduced a bill to change that.The Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) program is designed to fill a gap for kids who typically rely on free meals at school. It’s a win-win program: the federal government covers the cost of the food benefits. Congress has already approved it, and it’s set to go — signed, sealed, and ready to be delivered to 650,000 Hoosier kids in need. That’s how the program works in other states.
How to Embrace the 'Science of Math' Without Abandoning Your Existing Curriculum (Opinion)
Teachers can improve mathematics instruction with these straightforward changes.
Google Messages Adds Sweet New Sharing Feature
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How all 50 U.S. states performed over 20 years of Top States for Business
Across 20 years of CNBC's America's Top States for Business rankings, some states have proven to be consistent winners, and others to be perennial dogs.
OHSU awarded $6.5 million to improve rural health
Six projects are among $97.1 million distributed by the Oregon Health Authority this week.
The weirdest things that mess up WiFi - and how to improve your signal
The world runs on WiFi, but strange things can stand in its way – including your lunch.
Lane Johnson’s longevity remains crucial to Eagles’ title hopes
At 36 years old, Lane Johnson continues to prove that elite offensive linemen don't always follow the NFL's aging curve.
How HCA Healthcare uses scale to improve patient care
The health system’s expansive network is designed for testing new ideas, measuring results and implementing proven solutions across all sites.
Ozone science lab development set to be approved
The Pioneer Group and Firoka Group have resubmitted plans for the Ozone Leisure Park in Oxford.
Bringing the data to every sideline
MIT PhD student Henry Wang studies how data and technology can improve the way sports are played, analyzed, and refereed. Working in the MIT Sports Lab in collaboration with FIFA, he develops systems with the goals of helping referees make faster, more accurate decisions and expanding access to performance analytics across the globe.
Anchorage behavioral health center funding approved despite Fairview representatives’ opposition
The $750,000 federal funding award follows two months of public discourse.
A vitamin A discovery is changing what scientists know about vision
A surprising discovery is reshaping scientists' understanding of how humans develop sharp central vision before birth. Instead of blue cone cells migrating away from the retina's center, the study found they transform into red and green cones under the influence of vitamin A-related signals and thyroid hormones. The findings could improve lab-grown retinal tissue and lay the groundwork for future cell therapies to restore vision lost to age-related eye diseases.
The Ozempic and Wegovy mistake sending thousands to poison control
Poison control calls involving semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy) soared after the drug was approved for weight management, with researchers linking the increase to accidental dosing mistakes rather than intentional misuse. Simple education about proper weekly dosing and gradual dose increases could help prevent many of these avoidable incidents.
Cherington talks offensive improvements, Griffin's health, Trade Deadline and more
The Pirates have been bitten by the injury bug. Oneil Cruz and Spencer Horwitz are rehabbing in Florida. Konnor Griffin will be out until September with a torn sagittal band in his left ring finger. But as general manager Ben Cherington sees it, none of that changes the Pirates’ goals
Acquisition of Caesars takes a step forward as Fertitta Entertainment execs approved
Two leaders of Tilman Fertitta’s company received unanimous approvals from Nevada regulators on Wednesday, a step forward in acquiring Caesars Entertainment in a nearly $18 billion transactio…
Oregon data centers face sharp electricity rate hike under new law
Oregon's PUC approved a 29% rate hike on data centers under the POWER Act, while residential customers will see bills drop by an average of 1.3%.
New Google Health App Update 5.03: More Metrics, Sleep Improvements
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Google Home app update makes automation easier, improves cameras, more
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2026 Emmy nominations – See the full list of nominees
The doctor – we mean Emmy nominations – are in. HBO Max’s medical drama “The Pitt,” helmed by star and executive producer Noah Wyle, proved to be just what the
UAMS, ACH Present School-Based Mental Health Symposium on July 29-30
LITTLE ROCK — The 2026 School-Based Mental Health Symposium will be presented July 29 and 30 by the Arkansas Mental Health Access for Pediatric Primary Care, a program developed by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and Arkansas Children’s Hospital (ACH) to improve mental health access for children…
Greenland is being swarmed by autonomous drones and underwater robots as scientists race to answer one question: How close is Earth to a climate tipping point?
Self-driving drones, robotic boats, and underwater vessels will be sent to Greenland to find the answer to one of the most important questions in the realm of climate science: how far are we from crossing the climate tipping point on our planet? In this expedition, scientists hope to collect data from some of the world's most difficult glaciers, improve sea-level projections and assess whether major ocean circulation systems are changing irreversibly.
VisualDx Partners with Sun River Health to Expand Access to Clinical Decision Support for Underserved Patients
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What to know about Nigel Farage's dramatic resignation and political gambit
LONDON (AP) — Nigel Farage says the political establishment is out to stop him. But the Reform UK leader’s attempt to prove it has not gone to plan.
Scientists finally crack nature's secret for building better cancer drugs
Researchers have cracked the code behind bacteria's ability to naturally manufacture multiple versions of powerful anti-cancer drugs. The discovery could make it much easier to engineer new cancer treatments inspired by nature, including improved versions of existing medicines.
Cancer cases worldwide will soar in the coming decades, a report finds. Here’s why.
The World Health Organization tempered optimism about improvements in cancer treatment and said global health care inequities are driving more cases and deaths.
Washington Commanders Training Camp Primer: Tight Ends
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Hungary moves to overhaul university models banned from Horizon Europe
Hungary’s new government is aiming to overhaul the governance model of the institutions and universities that lost access to Horizon Europe and Erasmus+ funds “in a short timeframe,” according to Péter Horváth, the new state secretary for science policy and innovation. “As of today, the two non-university foundation-controlled institutions under my remit have been transformed,” he told Science|Business. “We hope the universities will follow and that this will be enough to satisfy the EU’s demands.”Under the previous government, led by Viktor Orbán and his Fidesz party, many academic and scientific institutions were restructured and made into special public trust foundations, with members strongly linked to the government given lifelong mandates and significant decision-making powers with little oversight. The European Commission deemed that this undermined academic freedom and transparency in the country, leading to a ban on 34 institutions in 2022, including 21 universities, which saw academics in Hungary lose access to Horizon Europe grants. The new Hungarian government, elected in May and led by Péter Magyar and his Tisza Party, has promised to dismantle this governance model and restore the institutions to EU programmes. As a result, the European Commission has promised to return access to the Erasmus+ education mobility programme, but so far no concrete agreement has been made on the Horizon Europe programme for research and innovation. Hungary has already made legislative changes in June to allow the institutions to be reformed and set a timeline for the implementation.The non-university foundations, which are mainly cultural centres such as the Foundation for Hungarian Culture or the Makovecz Campus Foundation, will all be dissolved by August 31 this year, a date tied to EU-set milestones that Hungary must meet to unlock frozen funds, with control transferred to relevant ministries. Meanwhile, the universities will have until 31 August 2027. For each university foundation, the government will set the dissolution date and the body to take over operations. There is no final decision on a permanent new model for the universities, according to Hungarian MEP Eszter Lakos, who is shadow rapporteur for the Horizon Europe specific programme, a separate piece of legislation detailing implementation rules for the EU’s next research programme, due to start in 2028. “The aim of the transition year is to settle this with [the universities], not to impose a model, and not to put them under state control,” she told Science|Business. “The goal is to give academic independence back to universities.”There are three models that are most likely to be implemented. One would be a return to a traditional, state-run model. Another could be a newer, more self-standing public institution. A third option would be a reformed version of the foundation models that meet EU standards. According to Lakos, the dismantling of the system put in place by the Orbán government is well underway and if all goes according to plan, Hungary could regain access to EU research money by the start of the next academic year in 2027. “I believe that the Hungarian government is doing the necessary changes so the universities could return as beneficiaries to Horizon from the next school year,” she said. In the meantime, “the universities, institutes and cultural assets carry on under proper public stewardship rather than a handful of unaccountable trustees,” said Lakos. The laws passed in June impose new safeguards: board terms are capped at four years and renewable only once, appointments are made through open competitions and sitting politicians cannot join joining these boards.It remains unclear whether a domestic science funding programme set up as a back-up scheme by the former government following the EU funding ban, called HU-rizon, could be continued. “This programme should never have had to have been established in the first place, but it has proven to be quite popular,” he said. “I am considering continuing this programme with a refined focus on helping international collaborations.”Re-organising the research network One of the first priorities for Horváth and his cabinet is to resolve questions over the future of the Hungarian Research Network, Hun-Ren. The network of academic institutes was taken away from the Hungarian Academy of Sciences in 2019 and turned into a quasi-private organisation, with similarities in its governance to the public trust foundations.Horváth and his team have consulted over 5,000 representatives from the network and the conclusion is broad unhappiness with the directors of all the institutes involved. “We have presented the results to the president and the chief executive of the network and this is currently being discussed,” Horváth said. The plan is to re-integrate the network back into the Academy of Sciences but in an improved way, “learning from mistakes of the past,” he added. The government also wants to reintegrate four humanities and social science research centres into the network that the previous government had transferred to Eötvös Loránd University. The transfer brought sharp criticism from the academic community, with a group of Hungarian research heads, including European Research Council grant recipients, sending an open letter to Orbán warning that the transfer would “cause historically significant harm to the entirety of Hungarian scientific life.” The transfer was “one of the biggest shames in Hungarian research in the past 20 years,” Horváth said. “We want to immediately re-integrate them back into the research network and to regain the trust of these institutions, because the way they were treated was really unfair.”Another pressing issue is the Élvonal Excellence Research and Talent Development Foundation, led by Nobel laureate Ferenc Krausz. The foundation signed a financing agreement with the former government earlier this year for a budget of over €730 million over the next five years. The goal is to create a world-class centre to attract top talent from abroad and to develop local researchers. But there was little transparency about this foundation, and news of its huge budget, which is nearly as much as Hungary’s entire research budget, caused a stir in the media following the recent elections. Another issue is that, as with the foundation boards of the institutes banned from Horizon Europe, there was little-to-no oversight of decisions led by Krausz. “It was an excellent idea but an unacceptable execution,” Horváth said of the foundation. “The fact that this is out of the Hungarian funding scheme, mostly concentrating on one person who decides on the budget is unacceptable for us.”The government plans to merge the centre with the National Research, Development and Innovation Office, the country’s R&D funding agency, with a reduced budget. Horváth is hopeful that Krausz will still be involved. The new government’s R&D goalsA phrase that crops up regularly during the discussion with Horváth is “democratic process.” The new state secretary is determined to involve Hungary’s research community in shaping future policies. This marks a departure from the previous government’s approach, and several people in Hungary’s research community have commented on the openness of the new government. In terms of concrete goals, Horváth and his team already have plans. He wants to create a new science fund in Hungary, based on the best practices of other European countries. The fund would not be tied to annual government budgets and would provide long-term, stable financing. “If we were to succeed in creating this fund, then I think it would be one of the biggest achievements for me in this period of government,” Horváth said. On the innovation side, he is looking into how best to bring in the private sector. “We want to make sure that we are working with the private sector to support innovation,” Horváth said. One of his big aims is to introduce entrepreneurship teaching into high schools. Hungary already has a reputable national academy offering research and innovation training in the field of natural sciences, and Horváth wants to expand this to all disciplines and across the whole country. “One of the main ways to elevate our innovative businesses is to teach our children to be innovative,” he said. “This will probably need ten years to pay off, but this is what we should do. Our aim is to make Hungary strong in our region, and this is what is needed.” Related articlesHungary’s Horizon Europe performance in numbersCommission unlocks Erasmus+ cash for Hungary, Horizon could be next‘Academic Huxit.’ Hungarian researchers speak out on impact of EU ban A more difficult task will be funding. The new government is aiming to increase research spending to 2% of the GDP by 2030, and then increase it to 3% in line with EU objectives. Currently, spending sits around 1.3%. But according to Horváth, the current budget, inherited from the previous government, is “heavily in the negative,” so any plans to increase research spending will have to start next year. Achieving 2% by 2030 already needs a big push, almost doubling the research budget. “This is something we’d definitely like to reach, and something I can see us achieving,” he said. “From the 2030s, I’d like to see an innovative generation growing up that can help us reach the 3% target.” Positivity in the new governmentDespite the many challenges facing Horváth and his team, the mood is positive. “It feels a bit like a start-up right now. Everyone is working 24/7, day and night, trying to do as much as they can. There is a lot of energy,” he said. It is a big change for the state secretary who, like many in his cabinet, is coming from a background in research or business, and not in politics. “Six weeks ago, I was sitting with my microscope and my research PhDs, so it’s been a big change for me,” said the computer scientist, who was previously the director of the Institute of Biochemistry at the Hun-Ren Biological Research Centre in Hungary and worked at the Institute for AI for Health at Helmholtz Munich. But he is relishing the task to transform the country’s R&D landscape. “We feel enormous support from the Hungarian people, but also from Europe,” he said. “We’ve received a lot of letters of support from around Europe. There is big trust there, and huge responsibility on our side. We want to get everything back on track, and there’s a lot to do.”
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