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Hegseth appears out of step in criticisms of NATO allies
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has criticized NATO allies and announced a Pentagon review of their performance. But Hegseth is mostly telling them things they already know.
2026 NBA Draft Roundtable: Who goes No. 1 overall? Experts favor AJ Dybantsa over Darryn Peterson
Our experts weigh in on the No. 1 overall pick, the Cameron Boozer or Caleb Wilson debate and which late-round sleeper has a chance to be an NBA All-Star
Britain Politics
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, right, gestures as he speaks with local residents as he visits a housing development in north London, Friday, June 19, 2026. (Peter Macdiarmid/Pool Photo via
Three computer science students gain national recognition for AI-based homebuilding platform
The project, called Vision, helped the UT San Antonio team land a spot as a one of 15 national finalists in the 2026 Red Bull Basement competition.
Pingree and Charles will compete for Maine governor and Dunlap gets Democratic nod for US House
Democrat Hannah Pingree and Republican Bobby Charles will compete to become Maine’s next governor | 830 WCCO
Matt Dunlap Wins Democratic House Primary in Maine’s Swing District
Mr. Dunlap, a progressive Democrat, is set to face former Gov. Paul LePage, a Republican, in a competitive general election in November.
Turkish competition board approves Uber acquisition of Getir delivery business
The Turkish Competition Board said on Friday it had approved Uber Technologies Inc.'s acquisition of the delivery arm of Turkey's Getir from Emirati controlling shareholder Mubadala.
Raiders’ Klint Kubiak shuts down Kirk Cousins-Fernando Mendoza narrative
Las Vegas Raiders coach Klint Kubiak made his stance clear on the quarterback competition between Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza.
Microsoft (MSFT) Is Building A Billion Dollar AI Business In China
Microsoft (NasdaqGS:MSFT) is building a large AI and cloud business in China, supplying OpenAI models through Azure to major local technology companies. ByteDance is reported to spend over US$1b annually on Microsoft AI and cloud services, with Ant Group, Meituan, and Tencent also using Microsoft models. Microsoft has emerged as a key provider of OpenAI technology in China at a time when several US competitors are not active in the region. For investors watching Microsoft, this growing AI...
SNP concedes Aberdeen South with Scottish Conservatives set to win
Byelection loss suggests voters rebelled against SNP over Peter Murrell’s theft of £400,000 in party funds
Real Data, Real Stakes at the 11th Business Analytics Competition
The O'Malley School of Business hosted the 11th annual Business Analytics Competition (BAC@MU), welcoming 21 teams and nearly 100 participants worldwide.
Lessons Learned: Travel sports
In this week’s episode, Chelsea and Jay discuss travel sports. While it can be a great experience for the kids competing, it comes with quite the expense.
Senators seek to block Hegseth travel funds until Pentagon releases report on Iran school strike
Senators are seeking to block Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s travel funds until the Pentagon submits its investigation into a strike on an elementary school in Iran that killed more than 165 people | WWJ Newsradio 950
Better Sports Club awards banquet celebrates Arlington students, coaches
The 70th annual Better Sports Club of Arlington awards banquet honored high school student-athletes, along with their coaches and boosters, for successes during the 2025-26 school year. More than 30 high school seniors received awards for their overall excellence during competition, in the classroom and in the community. The June 9 event was held at
Entertainment: Juneteenth, Summerfest and a Weekend of Fun
Plus: Don't miss the pet walk.
Opinion: Why employers want business education back in high school
If we want our region to remain competitive, we must invest in pathways that equip students with practical knowledge. AP Business with Personal Finance does that.
Are Counterfeit, Scam SD Memory Cards Really a Problem?
A recent video claims fake, scam SD cards are so prevalent, everyone probably owns one. But is that really true?
House lawmakers tuck into budget a $36K raise for longtime Boston politician
Ways and Means Committee Chair Aaron Michlewitz says it's to keep the $156,000 pay "competitive" for Suffolk register of deeds. But the Legislature also wants to consider consolidating registries across the state.
New GTA 6 Gameplay Footage Reveals Stunning Vice City Details
Rockstar Games have just released a new look at GTA 6. Alongside the GTA 6 cover art reveal and pre-order date confirmation, Rockstar Games have provided fans with just snippet of in-game footage.…
Sunderland aim to compete with world's best
Bay Collective have completed their takeover of Sunderland AFC Women and have ambitions for the club to compete with the world's best.
The quiet end of identity politics
California’s primary election showed that voters are prioritizing competence, results, and accountability over identity politics, and that candidates of all backgrounds should be judged on th…
Sports is driving a large part of the entertainment economy, says Activate CEO Michael Wolf
Michael Wolf, Activate Consulting CEO and co-founder, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss Versant's media rights agreement with the WNBA, appetite for live sports, Fox's $22B acquisition of Roku, Paramount-WBD merger, and more.
Sports is driving a large part of the entertainment economy, says Activate CEO Michael Wolf
Michael Wolf, Activate Consulting CEO and co-founder, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss Versant's media rights agreement with the WNBA, appetite for live sports, Fox's $22B acquisition of Roku, Paramount-WBD merger, and more.
Pokémon News Weekly Roundup: Champions Free Gifts, Worlds Promos and PokémonXP Reveals
Welcome to your ‘other’ Pokémon News Weekly Round Up, volume 1! Each week I’ll round up the best Pokémon news (that isn’t Pokémon GO related) from around the globe and other games, and share it here. Pokémon Champions kicks off the Monthly Challenge Series starting with June 2026! This competition takes place Friday, June 26, […]
Hegseth announces 6-month review of American forces in Europe, blasts NATO allies for putting troops 'at risk'
War Secretary Pete Hegseth announces six-month review of U.S. force deployment in Europe, pressing NATO allies to take primary responsibility for defense.
Six from Lacrosse and Hockey Named to CSC Academic All-District Teams
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. – Six members of the Union College men's hockey and men's lacrosse teams were recognized for their work in competition and in the classroom with spots on the 2026 CSC Academic All-District Men's At-Large Team, selected by College Sports Communicators and announced on Tuesday.
Hegseth announces review of US forces in Europe and again criticizes NATO allies
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth doubled down on the Trump administration’s combative posture towards NATO on Thursday, announcing a six-month review of US forces in Europe and lambasting Washington’s allies for limiting their involvement in the war in Iran.
Exclusive | Connie Health Grabs $40 Million to Give Local Medicare Advantage Brokers an AI Lift
HealthQuest Capital led the financing for Connie, which helps local brokers compete with national players.
Goldman Sachs: Buy these 16 tech stocks as AI-capex juices earnings
"A capex supercycle is taking hold," Peter Oppenheimer, the bank's chief global equity strategist, said in a client note on Tuesday.
AI’s growing appetite for power is a public health issue. Here’s a fix
“AI is creating a new and largely overlooked strain on something fundamental to health,” write Sten H. Vermund and Patricia J. Kissinger.
OhioHealth agrees to void contracts that allegedly punished payers for including competitors in-network
The U.S. Department of Justice said the settlement will save citizens of the state money and open up the market to competition.
Serena Williams leaves door open for playing singles at Wimbledon
Serena Williams and Venus Williams will compete in doubles together for the first time in four years at Wimbledon.
“Dancing With the Stars ”announces beloved late-night personality as newest competitor
The comedian joins Maura Higgins, Ciara Miller, and Jackson Olson in the season 35 cast.
'Dancing With the Stars' announces beloved late-night personality as newest competitor
'Dancing With the Stars' is dipping into the late-night pool for season 35, as the show announced this talk-show mainstay as the newest competitor to join Maura Higgins, Ciara Miller, and more.
'Relief' for small businesses after St. Petersburg city council rejects parking changes
Parking continues to be a problem in St. Petersburg, especially in neighborhoods with popular restaurants and businesses. City leaders voted down a proposal that would have allowed specific neighborhoods outside of downtown to establish resident-only parking zones.
Katie Couric (@katiecouric)
3,068 likes, 268 comments - katiecouric on June 17, 2026: "Rahm Emanuel has been a major force in Democratic politics for decades—from congressman and White House chief of staff to mayor of Chicago and U.S. ambassador to Japan. As the 2026 midterms approach, he joined me on Next Question to discuss President Trump's second term, why Democrats "lost the plot," why he believes the U.S. should end taxpayer-funded military aid to Israel, and what it will take for the party to reconnect with voters and regain lost ground. 🎧 Watch the full interview on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.".
Hoy, business leaders pull out of effort to make it easier to sweep homeless encampments
A statewide petition led by Salem Mayor Julie Hoy sought to repeal a state law that requires cities and counties to be “objectively reasonable as to time, place and manner,” when clearing a homeless encampment from a public place. After state officials required the petition’s backers to change the ballot's title and description, they dropped the effort. To comment on this story, use the form at the end of the report.
Is SEO Dead? Here's What I'm Telling Every Client Who Asks Me in 2026
The version of SEO your competitors are selling is dying. The version that actually drives revenue isn't.
Trump targets hospital prices in 'anticompetitive' contracts
White House officials detailed potential savings for families by targeting 'anticompetitive' hospital contracts.
French Quarter business owners press S&WB to wrap up Decatur, St. Peter construction
Gathered at the Original French Market Restaurant and Bar, they complained of inconsistent contractor hours, confusing communications with the S&WB and seemingly unnecessary street closures. They also echoed Mayor Helena Moreno’s criticism of the S&WB’s decision to tear up several blocks at once, as opposed to moving block by block.
Spider-Man faces off against the Hulk in “Brand New Day ”trailer: 'Didn't know you could get that big'
Run, Peter, run!
Spider-Man faces off against the Hulk in 'Brand New Day' trailer: 'Didn't know you could get that big'
Is your Peter tingle activated? Spider-Man finds himself going up against the Hulk in the newest 'Brand New Day' trailer.
Samsung phones are getting a new feature for checking the health of your pets.
During the VivaTech 2026 conference in Paris, Samsung announced a new feature for its mobile devices created through a collaboration with the pet health management platform, Lifet. You’ll be able to snap a photo of your dog or cat which will be analyzed by AI to alert you to conditions like periodontal disease and obesity. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/06/samsung.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
USA Lacrosse Docuseries Wins Cynopsis Sports Award
Behind the Shield, a seven-part docuseries following the 2025 U.S. Men’s Lacrosse U20 team, won the 2026 Cynopsis Sports Award in the Best Sports Team/Event/Competition Documentary or Docuseries category.Watch Behind the ShieldThere were more than 30 categories in this year’s Cynopsis Sports Awards, recognizing an exceptional group of organizations, teams and individuals driving innovation, creativity and impact across the sports industry.
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CB 6 AND CB 9 BLOOD DRIVES: Community Boards 6 and 9 come together in a friendly competition to help save lives. Queens Blood Center (107-10 Queens Blvd., Forest Hills) schedule: Monday, June 22 through Sunday, June 28. Monday and Thursday: 1:15 pm to 8:15 pm; Tuesday and Sunday: 8:15 am to 3:15 pm;
Philippe Pouletty: Turning Europe’s Life Science Startups Into World Leaders
The French investor and entrepreneur reveals how he is building biotech and medtech giants to compete with China and the U.S.
Science, Public Health, and the Politics of Truth
Presented as part of the McCloskey Speaker Series.Peter Hotez, M.D., Ph.D., professor and dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, joins the Aspen Institute for a keynote lecture on the intersection of science, medicine, and public trust. A leading authority on vaccines and neglected tropical diseases, Hotez reflects on the challenges facing public health today, the growing politicization of science, and what it will take to rebuild trust in scientific institutions in the years ahead.Paepcke Auditorium, doors at 5:00 pmRegistrationThis event is free and open to the public, but registration is required, and capacity is established on a first-come, first-served basis. Once an event is at capacity, we will have an in-person waitlist at the door.Public registration is now open for summer 2026. Please click here to register.ParkingParking is very limited. Please carpool, walk, bike, or ride RFTA.Book signing will immediately follow the event. To learn more about his book or to order a copy, please click here.
Science, Public Health, and the Politics of Truth
Presented as part of the McCloskey Speaker Series.Peter Hotez, M.D., Ph.D., professor and dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, joins the Aspen Institute for a keynote lecture on the intersection of science, medicine, and public trust. A leading authority on vaccines and neglected tropical diseases, Hotez reflects on the challenges facing public health today, the growing politicization of science, and what it will take to rebuild trust in scientific institutions in the years ahead.Paepcke Auditorium, doors at 5:00 pmRegistrationThis event is free and open to the public, but registration is required, and capacity is established on a first-come, first-served basis. Once an event is at capacity, we will have an in-person waitlist at the door.Public registration is now open for summer 2026. Please click here to register.ParkingParking is very limited. Please carpool, walk, bike, or ride RFTA.Book signing will immediately follow the event. To learn more about his book or to order a copy, please click here.
Six Named to CSC Academic All-District Women's At-Large Teams
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. – Six Union College student-athletes spanning three sports were recognized for their work in competition and in the classroom with spots on the 2026 CSC Academic All-District Women's At-Large Team, selected by College Sports Communicators and announced on Tuesday.
Extreme weather comes for youth sports
Dangerous heat, smoky air, and heavy rain cause canceled practices and competitions.
How Launcher Dover helps build Delaware’s downstate small business ecosystem
By prioritizing collaboration over competition, local leaders are building a more cohesive ecosystem for Kent County’s growing business class.
AI token Hunger Games are coming for software engineers at work
AI token spending soared from companies pushing unlimited use. Now tech workers are competing for compute as companies rethink budgets.
Austria make World Cup return with win over debutants Jordan
Veteran Marko Arnautović scored in his World Cup debut as Austria made their return to the big stage with a 3-1 victory in their tournament opener on Tuesday. The Austrians are making their first World Cup appearance since 1998, while Jordan have qualified for the competition for the first time in their history.
USF marine science research destroyed in St. Pete lab fire caused by lightning strike
A lightning strike sparked a devastating fire at the USF College of Marine Science Lab last month, destroying decades of critical research and tens of millions of dollars in equipment in St. Petersburg.
Texas: 3 games that will define 2026 season
The Texas Longhorns have three challenging games in the regular season that will decide if the team competes for the CFP.
Latvia pilots citizen engagement in research grant evaluations
Latvia has introduced an element of citizen engagement to the evaluation of nationally funded research grants. The aim is to both create more connections between science and society, and to improve the quality of its evaluations. The move comes as research funders across Europe are experimenting with ways to improve evaluation processes in the face of a sharpened focus on science’s impact on society. Evaluators of grant applications submitted to Latvia’s Fundamental and Applied Research Programme (FLPP), the country’s main research funder, will this year have the option of consulting citizen feedback on challenges the public thinks science should focus on to inform their decisions. “In recent years, both public discussions and policy-level debates in Latvia have highlighted the importance of demonstrating how publicly funded research contributes to society, the economy and the resolution of real-world challenges,” said a source at the Latvian Council of Science (LCS), which manages the FLPP. “At the same time, research institutions themselves expressed interest in improving the project evaluation framework while continuing to ensure that funding is awarded to the highest-quality projects,” the source added. The citizen input comes from a survey that was conducted between 25 February and 16 March 2025, to which 1,737 people responded. It gathered information on what the public views as problem areas for Latvia, and the role of science and technology in providing solutions to these problems. A summary of these responses has been included as an annex to the FLPP 2026 call for proposals that evaluators can refer to, purely in an advisory manner, when judging proposals. Results from the survey show that the main problem areas identified by the public were in healthcare and public health, followed by the development of new treatment methods and medicines, and then digital technology, data security and cyber security. At the bottom of the list was research aimed at acquiring new knowledge about the universe, matter and the laws of nature. Further analysis looked at the public view of the possible role of science in solving these problems. The survey charted 4,167 individual responses based on open-ended questions that were derived from the participants’ answers. The analysis again found that medical and health sciences topped the scoring, with 788 responses referring to the field. Humanities and the arts were bottom of the list, with 625. Digging further into the details, the survey suggests citizens are aware of and concerned about a number of research areas. This includes technologies and innovation to improve the environment or reduce pollution, the development of modern military technologies and cybersecurity tools, and the development and application of artificial intelligence, among others. “We hope this initiative will help strengthen public trust in science and create a more meaningful dialogue between researchers and society,” the LCS source said, adding that it offers benefits to researchers, evaluators and to the general public. More space for citizen engagement in evaluationsThere is a gradual but increasing use of citizen engagement in research evaluation processes around Europe, especially in healthcare, but it remains relatively rare, said Henry Sauermann, a professor at the European School of Management and Technology in Berlin and an expert in citizen science.“Given that we are at a point where citizen involvement is extremely limited, there is presumably space for more, but it's not that we should do it just because we want to do it,” he told Science|Business. He said some research lends itself better to having citizen input, and this usually tends to be on the applied end of the science spectrum where the public can offer useful feedback based on their experiences. He added that advising scientists on certain topics to study is also a useful approach, in the way that Latvia is doing. “The public does fund a lot of science, there's a lot of tax money going into this. We of course do want to preserve academic freedom, but it's also not unreasonable to incorporate more feedback or input from citizens where possible,” he said. Related articlesCitizen science: where, when, and how to let the public contribute to researchHow can Europe cope with a flood of AI-assisted research grant proposals?Data Corner: Horizon Europe’s AI, digital and data call success rate is 5.2%There are several ways of involving citizens in science funding. The most minimal way is having a few representatives on a panel, such as members of a patient group or union. The most direct way is crowdsourcing funding for specific projects. There is an increasing number of online platforms that allow the public to chip in to support scientific proposals.Sauermann studied this in a recent paper and found that it can have its uses, but it still is not clear if there are benefits to it. There are various assumptions linked to citizen engagement, for example that it increases public trust in science, or that it provides a representative view of what the public thinks about science. These are not necessarily true, Sauermann found. People who participate in engagement activities tend to already be very trusting of science, and, on the whole, it is generally the well-off and well educated who contribute, giving a narrow view of public opinion. On whether citizen input can help manage the increasing number of proposals that are being submitted due to assistance from AI, Sauermann is more sceptical. “The obvious answer to the flood of AI-written proposals is AI-driven evaluation,” he said, adding that it doesn’t mean citizen engagement shouldn’t be a part of evaluations in a well thought-out manner. Southern Denmark’s successful approachOne successful example of citizen engagement in science evaluations was implemented in southern Denmark. Between 2019 and 2025, citizens in the region were invited to vote to fund one of five pre-selected projects in the field of healthcare. The project, called A Healthier Southern Denmark, was a collaboration between regional authorities, the University of Southern Denmark, and two media partners. Over the seven years, there were 75,000 votes and significant public engagement online and on social media. “It was a bit of a wild project, we’d never done something like that before and we were a bit nervous about what would be said in the media about it. But actually, people were very positive,” said Anne Kathrine Overgaard, one of the main organisers of the project from the University of Southern Denmark. The university and its researchers have learned a lot from the experience, particularly about engaging with society and shaping their research to match real-world needs. This is important with Europe’s increasing focus on competitiveness and bringing innovations to market faster, Overgaard said. She hopes to see more citizen engagement in evaluation processes and in science more broadly. “For many years, citizen engagement has been a bit of an add-on to proposals, just to check a box. But I think things are changing,” she said. It’s less about citizens just gathering data and more “about the dialogue between the public and the scientists,” she said. The initiative ended last year as the team wanted to regroup to find fresh momentum. The development of AI and AI-written proposals has made Overgaard reflect on how the project could be reworked to help evaluators. She hopes to bring it back in the future. “It could be a good idea to try this initiative again in a slightly re-worked format,” she said.
War, sports collide as Iran's World Cup kicks off in Los Angeles
CBC News reported on the unchartered territory FIFA World Cup 2026 is finding itself in as members of Team Iran arrive in Los Angeles, inviting a divisive collision of geopolitics and sports in an area with a large Iranian diaspora. "You've never had two countries engaged in active military conflict matching up against each other, competing in the same tournament," said Salma Mousa, an assistant professor of political science and affiliated faculty with the Bedari Kindness Institute. Mousa, who studies the intersection of sports and conflicts, worries that a potential July 3 face-off between Iran and the U.S. in Texas might “increase tensions to kind of a cataclysmic degree.” Read more about UCLA in today’s Washington Times.
Ole Miss infielder Brayden Randle enters NCAA transfer portal
Ole Miss infielder Brayden Randle has entered the NCAA transfer portal, On3’s Pete Nakos has learned. Randle spent three seasons in Oxford, stepping into a big-time role during the 2026 season. But Randle will be looking to spend his final year of eligibility elsewhere. Certainly a name to watch moving forward. Randle appeared in 51 […]
She Was Trusted to File a Business Owner’s Taxes. The Case Ended With $47,484 in Restitution
A Wisconsin business owner thought a friend was handling personal and business taxes. The case ended in Manitowoc County court with theft and forgery convictions, ... Read More
Hillary Clinton Says Biden’s Re-Election Bid Was a ‘Terrible Mistake’
If the former president had “passed the torch” and allowed a competitive Democratic primary in 2024, she said in a new interview, the winner “would have beaten Donald Trump.”
Palmetto Sports Daily: Kevin Schnall talks competing in SEC, wrestling returns to USS Yorktown
Kevin Schnall talks about competing in the SEC, and the crew discusses The Citadel hosting the 3rd wrestling event on the USS Yorktown.
A graduated tax plan could undercut Colorado’s business competitiveness, analysis warns
A proposal to move Colorado to a graduated income tax — taxing individuals and businesses at different rates based on their earnings — could generate more than $2 billion in its first year, but it may also weaken the state’s business climate, according to a new analysis from the Common Sense Institute. Initiative No. 195, […]
Merchants of Doubt and the attacks on Extreme Event Attribution science
Last week, I attended a meeting at Columbia University on attribution science and climate law, hosted by the Sabin Center. It was a fantastic event, bringing together scientists and legal experts working at the intersection of extreme event attribution and climate law. Subscribe For those unfamiliar with it, extreme event attribution attempts to quantify the contribution of climate change to an extreme event. For example, several groups analyzed the impact of climate change on Hurricane Harvey’s enormous rainfall totals over Houston, Texas and they found that climate change increased rainfall by 15 to 38%. One thing that came up again and again was how terrified fossil-fuel interests are of extreme event attribution science. They are acutely aware that this research could land them in court. And losing those cases would leave them legally liable for billions of dollars in climate damages. Because the legal stakes are so high, the blowback has turned ugly. I spoke with several scientists at the meeting who are facing ongoing harassment over their work. This blowback is a coordinated campaign to make the entire field look suspect. The goal is to create the impression that attribution science is too uncertain, too political, or too conflicted to be useful in court or in public policy. The strategy is not based on actual science or evidence of misconduct, but on the generation of doubt. The new Merchants of Doubt We’ve seen this before. In fact, not that long ago: We only have to go back a year to the Department of Energy (DOE) Climate Working Group (CWG) report to see an example of using doubt as the tool to push back against well-established science. This strategy is laid out in an email from a member of the CWG, Dr. Roy Spencer, that was released during litigation over the Climate Working Group process. The key quote is: About all I can hope is that what we write will provide sufficient “reasonable scientific doubt” regarding the science claims in the 2009 TSD [technical support document], based upon almost 2 decades of new science, to call into question the original reasoning for the EPA Administrator’s decision that CO2 presents a threat to human health and welfare. This statement is strong evidence that at least some members of the committee were working to support a particular policy outcome: revoking the Endangerment Finding. The email also explains how they planned to do it: by attempting to generate “reasonable doubt”. This is going to be hard, Spencer implies. Despite falsely claiming that “2 decades of new science” weakens the case, Spencer explicitly acknowledges that the actual peer-reviewed science of climate change overwhelmingly rejects his position: But if the science argument is decided upon by a vote, or by the number of published citations, we lose the science argument. We can go back even further: This CWG email shares unmistakable DNA with the infamous 1969 tobacco memo that declared: “Doubt is our product, since it is the best means of competing with the ‘body of fact’ that exists in the mind of the general public. It is also the means of establishing a controversy.” The tobacco memo also acknowledges the limit of this strategy: Like the CWG, they knew the science was not on their side. Share The new new Merchants of Doubt The people attacking the IPCC chapter on extreme event attribution are the newest iteration of the Merchants of Doubt. Their goal, like all Merchants before them, is to introduce doubt into the process. Because the report is not even out yet, they cannot attack its conclusions. So they are attacking the authors instead. Here is a press release from the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee: In the letter, the Chairmen express concerns about potential conflicts of interest involving members of the Attribution Committee, stating that “publicly available information suggests a troubling pattern” in which committee members are affiliated with nonprofits that support climate accountability lawsuits, “raising the appearance of impropriety and member bias.” To be clear, this is just innuendo. There is no actual evidence of bias. And given the robust process that these reports go through, including multiple lines of peer review, it seems very unlikely that significant bias can survive into the report. When the report comes out, critics will have the opportunity to make legitimate criticisms of the report — if any exist. If none do, however, they’ll still make criticisms, but they’ll be bogus, simply designed to generate doubt. We’ll see. A note to the press: Fix your frame To any journalists reading this: The public debate over extreme event attribution science is not going away. The science is simply too dangerous to fossil-fuel interests for them to stop fighting it. You very well might be assigned to write an article about this area of research in the future. When you do, do not automatically adopt the framing that climate misinformers want you to use. They want you to frame the story around questions like: Are climate scientists trying to put their thumb on the scale to achieve a predetermined, politically motivated result? Are climate scientists improperly letting their politics invade the science of the IPCC? That frame is a trap. Instead, you need to view this through the historical lens of the Merchants of Doubt. How does the ecosystem of doubt operate? Who funds it? What methods do they use to misrepresent science and slime researchers? What scientific results are they trying to keep people from understanding are legitimate? Ultimately, you instead need to focus your article on the generation of doubt as a way to maintain the fossil fuel industry’s social and legal license to keep burning oil, gas, and coal. If you treat the misinformers’ frame as a legitimate, good-faith scientific critique, you are helping them produce doubt. Don’t do it. Don’t be a Merchant of Doubt. Thanks for reading The Climate Brink! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. Subscribe other stuff The Staying Curious Substack has an interesting post about the different flavors of climate sensitivity. This is crucial information if you want to understand how scientists think about how much warming the Earth will experience. I’d be grateful if you could hit the like button ❤️ below! 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Joe Morrissey announces run for office, three years after saying he was done with politics
Joe Morrissey announces a run for Petersburg City Council's Ward 5, three years after saying he was done with politics.
Why the Vikings Quarterback Competition Could Backfire
The Minnesota Vikings concluded their mandatory minicamp last week, but Kevin O’Connell said the starting quarterback competition between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy would continue into training camp. Just how long into training camp it would continue was a little vague. Equally ambiguous was O’Connell’s explanation about how snaps may be divided between the two […]
Great Canadian Entertainment Completes Sale of River Rock Casino Resort
Musqueam Traditional Territory (Richmond, B.C.), June 16, 2026--Great Canadian Entertainment ("Great Canadian") announced today the successful closing of the sale of River Rock Casino Resort ("River Rock"), located in Richmond, B.C. on Musqueam lands, to a partnership formed by Petroglyph Development Group ("PDG"), a wholly owned corporation of Snuneymuxw First Nation, and Musqueam Capital Corp ("MCC"), the economic development arm of Musqueam Indian Band. The closing completes the previously an
In Michigan visit, RFK Jr. hammers processed foods
Kennedy spoke at an event with U.S. Rep. Tom Barrett, a Charlotte Republican who faces a reelection campaign expected to be competitive this fall.
Play Chaos Cubed Today
Chaos Cubed has landed in Minecraft! Explore a striking cave biome filled with bubbling sulfur pools, build with sulfur and cinnabar, and discover the sulfur cube’s curious appetite for blocks! From bouncing and sliding to explosive surprises, this unpredictable mob unlocks exciting new ways to build, compete, and survive. Play Chaos Cubed today in Minecraft!
From The Sports Desk: Four World Cup games, four tightly contested draws on Monday
It was the first time since 1958 that four World Cup games on the same day all ended in ties. Also, Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and Lionel Messi all begin competition today.
U of A food science students advance to IFTSA College Bowl, a national trivia competition in Chicago
University of Arkansas students are putting local food science talent on the map, recently winning a high-stakes regional trivia showdown and advancing to the national stage next month, a press rel…
Fund honoring late meteorologist to assist in global student experience
Jenni Evans, a world-renowned meteorologist whose research transformed the scientific understanding of tropical cyclones and strengthened storm forecasting worldwide, considered her students’ success her proudest accomplishment. The newly established Jenni Evans Fund in the Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science will ensure that those successes continue in perpetuity.
Novig wins CFTC approval as competition intensifies in sports prediction markets
Novig is building a peer-to-peer sports trading platform that allows users to trade directly against one another rather than bet against the house.
Sabres announce details for NHL Draft Fan Fest on June 26 and 27
Fan Fest will include a red carpet arrival prior to Round 1 along with entertainment and hockey-themed activities.
Darryn Peterson wants the Wizards to know he's all-in. Will it change the NBA Draft?
Darryn Peterson's message to the Wizards is clear: He wants to be No. 1
Hong Kong Science Park, SenseTime partner to build home-grown AI data centre
Project to be built in three stages, targeting 40,000 petaflops of computing power by 2030 to drive sector’s industrialisation.
Three Lehigh University materials science students awarded 2026 NSF Graduate Research Fellowships
Three students from Lehigh University's Department of Materials Science and Engineering have received National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, one of the nation's most competitive honors for emerging STEM researchers. Their success highlights the impact of a course designed to strengthen scientific communication, proposal writing, and fellowship preparation.
Orkin Invites Students to Imagine Life in 2151 Through National Virtual Insect Science Fair
As Orkin marks 125 years of helping people better understand and manage pests, the company is launching the Orkin Insect 2151 Science Fair. The national virtual competition challenges students ages 14-18 to explore entomology and imagine how insect-inspired ideas could help solve real-world challenges over the next 125 years. Born out of Orkin's 125th anniversary and vision for the future, the competition encourages students to explore how insect science can inspire tomorrow's innovations in way
The Commodore Callback 8020 Is a Digital Detox Phone That Isn’t Dumb
With a retro look and T9 texting, the Commodore Callback 8020 smart flip phone taps into the nostalgic yearning for simpler days. It can run Spotify and Uber, but Instagram is blocked.
Ted Budd
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Pete Crow-Armstrong hits for cycle, Cubs get ninth walk-off victory of season
Pete Crow-Armstrong became the 13th Cub to hit for the cycle, completing the feat with a seventh-inning single.
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Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong hits for cycle
Pete Crow-Armstrong became the 13th Cub to hit for the cycle, completing the feat with a seventh-inning single.
With 2 New Sports, Special Olympics To Get Underway
For the first time in years, thousands of athletes with disabilities are preparing to come together from across the country for a week of competition and much of it will be broadcast.
A competency framework for digital public health in Europe: an updated scoping review
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Siri AI in iOS 27: Features, Requirements, and How It Works
The biggest change in iOS 27 is Apple's total overhaul of Siri, with Siri turning into Siri AI. Apple delivered on the features originally promised at WWDC 2024 and added new capabilities that turn Siri into a viable competitor to chatbots like Claude and ChatGPT. Siri AI is available in the iOS 27 beta, but everyone will get access this fall. Below, we walk through everything new you can expect from Siri.
Chicago teen entrepreneur to have pet treats sold at Obama Presidential Center gift shop
Hungarian MPs approve PM limits to block potential return of Orban
The reform is one of the first introduced by PM Peter Magyar as he seeks to return Hungary to the EU mainstream.
Dial in for a day to support business founders, celebrate big Startup Sioux Falls win
Sioux Falls won a big startup competition -- and now it's time to celebrate, with a day for founders and fun coming up this month.
Alaska boots second Dan Sullivan from Senate race
Republicans alleged he entered the competitive race to syphon votes away from the incumbent, Sen. Dan Sullivan.
“Love Island USA” is bringing Casa Amor to movie theaters
Peacock's popular dating competition will soon offer one of its most drama-packed episodes, Casa Amor, in 28 theaters.
US emergency oil stockpile tumbles to lowest since the Reagan administration
The amount of oil in the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve plunged last week to the lowest level since 1983 as the Trump administration continues to deploy emergency oil to minimize the damage from the war with Iran.
Yankees Birthday of the Day: Andy Pettitte
The southpaw was a steady, consistent member of the ‘Core Four’ that brought the Yankees their last five World Series rings.
Major Shedeur Sanders development emerges amid Browns QB competition
Shedeur Sanders has reportedly closed the gap between himself and Deshaun Watson during the Cleveland Browns offseason program.
NBA Draft Intel: Why Darryn Peterson isn't visiting Jazz
A significant shake-up appears to be brewing at the top of the lottery involving the Darryn Peterson and AJ Dybantsa
South Side Pitch Business Competition Open for Applications
CHICAGO—The application period is now open for the 13th Annual South Side Pitch, the annual business pitch competition where entrepreneurs and small businesses compete for […]
90% of Global Businesses Expect to Electrify Operations by 2035
Global business leaders overwhelmingly expect to electrify their operations by 2035, citing energy security, competitiveness, and growing concerns about fossil fuel supply disruptions.
Patriots scouting report: Dell Pettus has shown some staying power
Previewing the Patriots safety heading into his third NFL season.
G5 Entertainment Appoints Petter Nylander As Chairman Of Board
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Twin aims of Welsh boxers Garan and Ioan Croft
The fiercely competitive 24-year-old identical twin brothers from west Wales are pushing each other to achieve titles after signing with Matchroom.