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The next business advantage isn’t AI. It’s thriving workers
Research shows companies that invest in employee well-being, purpose and growth outperform those focused only on short-term gains.
Madison County considers rezoning along scenic byway near Marshall
Lonesome Mountain Market owner Johnny Moore purchased the building in 2022 with the purpose of operating a general/convenience store, he said.
RepRisk report reveals banks exposed to more frequent, complex, and costly business conduct risk incidents and surge in AI-driven issues
The Business Conduct Risk Intelligence Report 2026, published by RepRisk, distils the views of global C-suite leaders in banks, asset managers, asset owners,...
City budget plan would boost potential business improvement district for Carytown
The proposed budget includes $125,000 to help establish the assessment district, which would charge businesses in Carytown an additional fee, above taxes, for enhanced city services.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker to face Republican Darren Bailey as the Democrat seeks a third term
Pritzker won the Democratic nomination unopposed as he gears up for another statewide test before a potential 2028 presidential run.
Your daily coffee may be protecting your brain, 43-year study finds
Your morning coffee or tea could be quietly supporting your brain health. A long-term study found that moderate consumption of caffeinated coffee or tea was linked to an 18% lower risk of dementia and better cognitive performance over time. The benefits appeared strongest at 2–3 cups of coffee or 1–2 cups of tea daily—and even held true for people genetically predisposed to dementia.
Labrinth Slams Music Industry for Turning ‘Gods Noise Into Business Transactions’
The composer behind Euphoria‘s soundtrack previously denounced the HBO show in a cryptic social media post
Allina Health to join Sutter Health in $26B proposed merger
Sutter Health and Minneapolis-based Allina Health unveiled plans to join and form a 39-hospital, $26 billion revenue nonprofit health system. | The cross-regional proposed deal would create a 39-hospital nonprofit system and is expected to close before the end of the year, pending a definitive agreement and regulatory approvals.
TSA official said some US airports may close amid the shutdown
The TSA warned some airports may close if the shutdown drags on, which would impose higher costs and longer travel times for airlines and travelers.
Sutter Health to combine with Midwest provider Allina
The Northern California health giant aims to grow its footprint with a proposed deal bringing Allina’s hospitals in Minnesota and Wisconsin under its umbrella.
AGU and Content With Purpose announce new digital series exploring science in action
“Our World, Our Future” will connect scientific discovery with lived experience and demonstrate how research directly affects people and communities everywhere.
WATCH: Johnson refutes outgoing counterterrorism official's claim that Iran posed no imminent threat
Joe Kent, top counterterrorism official, says Iran posed no imminent threat as he resigns over Trump's war
Kent, a former political candidate with connections to right-wing extremists, said he “cannot in good conscience” back the Trump administration’s war.
Joe Kent resigns, says Iran posed ‘no imminent threat’
Joe Kent resigned as director of the National Counterterrorism Center, saying that he cannot in "good conscience" support the Trump administration's war in Iran.
Top counterterrorism official Kent resigns over Trump's Iran war, says Iran posed no imminent threat
The director of the National Counterterrorism Center has announced his resignation, saying he “cannot in good conscience” back the Trump administration’s war in Iran
Geffen Playhouse 2026-27 season: world and L.A. premieres
Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director Tarell Alvin McCraney aims to deliver 'world-class theater at your friendly neighborhood playhouse.'
Senate expected to take up voter ID bill opposed by Democrats
Donald Trump has vowed not to sign any other legislation until the passage of Save America act, which would create more barriers for voting
How a Madison maestro composed his life, career in American music
John DeMain will soon retire from the Madison Symphony Orchestra and Madison Opera. In a Cap Times interview, he talks about his career and his published memoirs.
Why Colorado businesses should oppose SB26-134
By Liliana Soto My family has spent the last 30 years building a small piece of Colorado’s food culture. My father founded Las Dos Americas Tortilleria three decades ago with a simple idea to make authentic flour and corn tortillas from scratch and serve our community with pride. What started as a small tortilleria has […]
Talking Tactics: Brighton Defeat Exposes Sunderland’s Mounting Injury Crisis
Sunderland suffered their third home defeat against Brighton despite an encouraging performance - let’s look at the data…
This massive crater could expose the heart of a lost planet
A mysterious metal-rich asteroid called Psyche has been baffling scientists for over two centuries, and its true origin remains one of the biggest unanswered questions in planetary science. Is it the exposed core of a failed planet, or a chaotic mix of rock and metal forged through countless violent collisions? To find out, researchers simulated how a massive crater near Psyche’s north pole formed, revealing that the asteroid’s internal “porosity” — how much empty space it contains — may hold the key to its secrets.
Smith: politics and big oil slow nationwide year-round E15 push
A U.S. Senator from Minnesota says politics have made nationwide, year-round E15 an interesting topic of discussion in the Senate. “It’s hard to find someone who opposes it, yet you really can’t get it done.” Tina Smith tells Brownfield “let’s be honest. I think there are U.S. Senators who have big oil interests in their […]
Hochul says she'll announce proposed changes to 2019 climate law this week
The CLCPA will likely be the key sticking point as state budget talks begin among the governor and the Democratic-led Legislature.
Epic Southern California heat wave poses deadly health threat
"This is effectively a full-on summer heatwave in March," a climate scientist wrote on X.
Donald Trump attacks supreme court over tariffs again in late-night social media post
President accuses court of having ‘unnecessarily RANSACKED’ the US and claims he has ‘absolute right’ to impose new tariffs
Sports gambling was supposed to create new revenue. Instead it's damaging college scholarships
Tennessee's sports gambling tax revenue exceeds $100 million but the state's Lottery-funded scholarship program faces an $80 million deficit.
SKF announces new business segments and releases restated figures
SKF today announces the introduction of a new segment reporting structure, effective from Q1 2026. The purpose of these changes is to reflect the Group's strategic focus and to provide increased transparency ahead of the planned separation of the Automotive business. SKF is also publishing restated financial information for the new segments for 2024 and 2025.
Farage Mega Donor Exposes Vulnerability in UK Politics
Britain’s biggest political donor is a crypto investor and aviation entrepreneur who has lived in Thailand for more than two decades. The £12 million ($16 million) that Christopher Harborne gave to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK last year wouldn’t be permitted in France, Canada or Ireland. If you’re sensing something askew with the UK’s rules for campaign finance contributions, you’re not alone.
Galaxy A37 and A57 unboxing and hands-on leak ahead of launch
Samsung hasn’t unveiled the Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57 yet, but someone has already unboxed the phone and had hands-on experience. Galaxy A37 and A57 unboxing and hands-on videos leak on TikTok (via @VerdeSelvans/X). The clips expose the design of both phones and first look at the software. The retail box features the model name […]
Politics chat: Trump's war priorities, FCC on war coverage, Save America Act
We look at President Trump's shifting objectives in the war with Iran, as well as the last front on his fight to impose global tariffs on dozens of countries.
10 projects from Newsom’s mental health bond were supposed to open in 2025. That didn’t happen
No project expected in 2025 under Gov. Gavin Newsom’s mental health ballot measure have opened. He says the bond is exceeding its goals.
This Week in Gaming (Week 12)
Welcome to week 12 and a jam cram packed week of rather big new releases. We kick off this week with a AAA release which is an open-world action-adventure that supposedly takes place in a desert, yet apparently not at all. This is followed by a very blocky looking RPG, several deadly sins, a cube of...
How Paris Hilton turned a persona into a global business empire
Paris Hilton, often called the “original influencer,” takes Tania Bryer to a New York hotel steeped in history and shares how she turned personal pain into purpose — building a brand that has generated billions in sales.
Lone Star Lake may pose health risk as oil spill cleanup begins
Some areas of Lone Star Lake may pose a health risk as officials begin cleaning up an oil spill detected Friday, according to Morris County Judge Doug Reeder.
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Apart from promoting creative thinking, to dey waka dey improves mood and reduce stress. Here na eight ogbonge reasons to increase your daily step count.
Linux Finally Catches Up to Windows with a Game-Changing Performance Feature
For years, the Linux kernel’s scheduler has been world‑class at balancing loads, yet it missed a crucial, cache‑aware instinct. In modern multi‑core systems, that gap can turn into measurable latency, especially when threads bounce between cores that don’t share the same cache. A new upstream feature, often called Cache Aware Scheduling, is now set to change that equation. A cache‑savvy scheduler arrives At the heart of any OS, the scheduler decides which thread runs where and for how long. In modern CPUs, small private caches (L1 and L2) sit beside each core, while a larger Last Level Cache (LLC, typically L3) is shared among groups of cores. When a task migrates across LLC boundaries, its warm data may vanish from the cache, forcing slower trips to main memory. Cache Aware Scheduling keeps related tasks close to their shared LLC, reducing destructive migrations. By respecting cache topology, the kernel minimizes cold‑start penalties and preserves locality that many workloads desperately need. The result is less thrashing, fewer memory stalls, and more consistent throughput. "Keep tasks close to their data, and the system will keep performance close to its peak." Why this narrows the Windows gap Windows has long leaned on topology‑aware, cache‑sensitive heuristics, especially since the Windows 10 era. That advantage helped Microsoft handle hybrid designs with P‑cores and E‑cores, plus complex cluster and NUMA layouts. With cache awareness integrated upstream, Linux brings parity to this vital dimension, without sacrificing its trademark flexibility. The Linux approach remains deeply configurable, reflecting the ecosystem’s breadth across servers, desktops, and embedded devices. It layers atop existing NUMA‑balancing and energy‑aware logic, refining placement rather than reinventing the wheel. Crucially, it aligns scheduling with the hardware’s real shape, not just with abstract CPU counts. Real‑world gains and who benefits Early tests on Intel Sapphire Rapids platforms point to gains in the 30–45% range for select workloads. Those wins appear in cache‑sensitive tasks like in‑memory analytics, high‑thread compilation, and microservices with tight working‑sets. Games and latency‑bound engines can also feel steadier frame‑times, especially when threads share hot assets. The benefits extend to AMD’s 3D V‑Cache parts, where keeping threads near enlarged cache slices prevents needless misses. Hybrid x86 designs with performance and efficiency cores further profit when cache and core roles are scheduled in concert. Even handhelds running SteamOS can squeeze more out of limited power, translating cache locality into smoother play. Key advantages include: Lower end‑to‑end latency Fewer expensive misses to RAM Better multi‑socket and NUMA behavior Improved energy efficiency More predictable QoS under mixed loads Stronger scaling on dense servers Caveats, tuning, and rollout No scheduler change is purely free, and trade‑offs still exist. Favoring locality can reduce cross‑cluster balance if limits are set too tight. Likewise, fairness and utilization must remain healthy, especially under heterogeneous, bursty workloads. Linux’s implementation is designed to be measured and tunable, not a blunt instrument. It cooperates with energy‑aware scheduling for mobile efficiency, and with NUMA‑balancers on big iron. Expect architecture‑specific refinements as vendors surface richer topology hints and cache‑sharing maps. Upstream integration has begun, with broad distribution adoption likely over the next cycles. Many users will encounter the change through standard kernel updates in 2025–2026, depending on distro cadence. Server‑class kernels may enable or tune it sooner for targeted fleets where cache locality is money in the bank. How to think about performance impact Cache Aware Scheduling amplifies gains when your workload is both CPU‑bound and cache‑sensitive. Think tight inner loops, hot code paths, and datasets that fit snugly in shared LLC. It’s less dramatic for I/O‑bound services or memory‑hungry tasks that blow past cache capacity. Still, even modest locality improvements often translate into smoother tail‑latency, which is where user experience and SLAs typically break. Developers can further help by pinning related threads, batching work, and aligning data to reduce cross‑cluster chatter. The scheduler’s new awareness works best when applications expose good hints. The bottom line By understanding and honoring cache topology, Linux removes a subtle yet costly bottleneck. The kernel’s smarter placement keeps hot data hot and work near where it belongs. That narrows a long‑standing gap with Windows, while preserving the openness and tunability Linux champions. For gamers, creators, and operators, the payoff is practical: more consistent frames, faster builds, and snappier services. For the ecosystem, it’s another step toward hardware‑savvy scheduling that turns transistor complexity into real‑world speed. And for Linux itself, it’s a timely upgrade that matches today’s silicon with tomorrow’s expectations.
Confidential health records from UK BioBank project exposed online
Exclusive: Guardian investigation finds data from flagship medical research leaked dozens of times
'Cater to those who want to express themselves': UNO student balances course work and business ownership
Lydia Okuku's business, Crazy Unicorn, focuses on bright, bold and repurposed pieces.
Virginia Dems send sweeping gun ban to Spanberger as West Virginia weighs expanding machine-gun access
Virginia Democrats advance sweeping assault weapons ban while West Virginia Republicans propose allowing machine gun ownership, highlighting sharp divide.
Guns in schools, rent increases, ICE: CT politics news
Plus: Proposed hospital provider tax changes, a pitch for three-year bachelor's degrees, and a family caregiver tax credit bill advances.
DEP study finds 'no risk to human health' from radiation in wastewater from Pa. landfills
A two-year study of radium in wastewater from Pennsylvania landfills by the Department of Environmental Protection did not find levels that would pose...
Judge quashes Justice Department subpoena of Federal Reserve
Judge James Boasberg said that a "mountain of evidence suggests" that the purpose of the subpoenas was simply to pressure the Fed to cut its key interest rate
Labrinth blasts entertainment industry, 'Euphoria' in cryptic post
Singer and record producer Labrinth, who composed the score for \
"People were just not ready for" Starfield, says game's composer as he talks "visionary" Todd Howard
Starfield composer Inon Zur has been discussing working with Bethesda, saying he believes "people were just not ready for" 2023's divisive space adventure.
Galaxy S26 Ultra display causing eye strain and headache; Samsung is apparently investigating
Are Galaxy S26 Ultra eye strain and headache reports real or just noise? Privacy Display is the headline feature of the new Ultra phone; it’s a great invention, but hit with a slew of complaints that almost every Samsung flagship does. The new Privacy Display is supposed to be the hero feature on the S26 […]
Safer space travel: Scientists create a cosmic ray simulator
Cosmic rays are one of the greatest challenges for space travel and pose a considerable risk to humans and materials. For the first time on European soil, an international research team in collaboration ...
U.S. Sanctions Pause Adds Political Win to Russia’s Economic Gain From Iran War
Kremlin officials said the American move, which Europe opposes, showed that Moscow could not be dislodged from the center of global energy markets.
Mills proposes permanent funds for crime victims
The money through the Victims of Crime Act, which Mills says will help cover a federal funding shortfall, pays for domestic violence and sexual assault services, civil legal representation for victims and services for elder abuse victims.
Oregon Health Authority identifies Gresham grocery store as latest measles exposure site
People who visited Gresham’s WinCo Foods, located on 2511 SE 1st St., on Saturday, March 7 between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. may have been exposed to measles.
Under pressure from Trump, Republicans plan long talkathon on voting bill
Senate Republicans plan to launch a full debate next week on legislation to impose strict new proof-of-citizenship requirements
High insurance costs are putting child care programs out of business — but bill proposes solution
Under state licensing rules, child care programs are required to have liability insurance or disclose to parents that they are uninsured. Having a liability policy protects high-risk businesses, but expensive and hard-to-find plans are hurting an industry already facing thin financial margins and availability issues.
High insurance costs are putting child care programs out of business — but bill proposes solution
No one likes to deal with or pay for insurance, and child care providers are no exception. Under state licensing rules, early care and education programs are required to have liability insurance or di...
2nd Washtenaw County measles case exposed others at mall, gym
Health officials say there's a new suspected case of measles in Washtenaw County with exposures at a mall and fitness center. What you need to know.
10 projects from Newsom’s mental health bond were supposed to open in 2025. That didn’t happen
CalMatters reports that California’s $6.4 billion mental health bond has not opened any of its first projects, even as Gov. Gavin Newsom says it is beating its goals. The state has missed its target...
Colorado committee recommends rejecting alcohol, marijuana tax hike to fund mental health care
In a rare move, Colorado’s Capital Development Committee unanimously recommended that another legislative committee reject a bill asking voters to approve higher excise taxes on alcohol and marijuana to fund a new mental health hospital in Aurora. Sponsored by Rep. Bob Marshall, D-Highlands Ranch, and Sen. Judy Amabile, D-Boulder, House Bill 1301 proposes that all […]
Tech billionaires reportedly plotting $500M fund to reshape California politics
(KRON) — Apparently stung by efforts to bring a proposed “billionaire tax” to the ballot next fall, tech billionaires are reportedly plotting an effort to reshape California polit…
Ultrawealthy Consider $500 Million Fund to Influence California Politics
Silicon Valley billionaires have been seething over the threat of more taxes and regulations at home. Now, a proposed nine-figure fund aims to give wealthy Californians an unprecedented tool to reshape the state’s politics in their favor.
Scientists Discover Where Drug Residues End Up Inside Crops
Scientists discovered that crops exposed to trace pharmaceuticals in recycled water mostly stash the compounds in their leaves—not the parts we usually eat.
10 projects from Newsom's mental health bond were supposed to open in 2025. That didn't happen
Projects supposed to offer mental health and substance use care to foster youth, new mothers, unhoused people and others have been delayed or cancelled.
Epstein's longtime accountant testifies on his wealth and business ties
House lawmakers were digging into Jeffrey Epstein's sprawling financial portfolio Wednesday as a committee deposed his former accountant.
Epstein's longtime accountant testifies on his wealth and business ties
House lawmakers were digging into Jeffrey Epstein's sprawling financial portfolio Wednesday as a committee deposed his former accountant and tried to understand his connections to some of the world's ...
Michigan reports 1st measles case of 2026: What you need to know
Health officials say an adult with measles exposed others to the virus between March 4-8 at multiple locations across two Michigan counties.
Could Bees and ChatGPT Be Conscious? Scientists Are Seriously Asking
Researchers propose that the key to identifying consciousness in animals and AI lies in understanding how their information processing systems work.
Health plans with no providers may reshape Obamacare
The plans could bring long-sought innovation into health care pricing. But they also could expose patients to more surprise bills.
Trump to visit Ohio and Kentucky to discuss the war's impact on the economy
This trip marks the first time this primary cycle that Trump has sought to keep promises to punish members of his own party who oppose him on key issues.
Oil prices retreat, Asian shares rise after report of planned IEA oil reserve release
International Energy Agency reportedly proposed argest release of oil reserves in its history to bring down crude prices
Opinion: When immigration enforcement reaches Alaska’s children, the question isn’t politics
The detention of a Soldotna mother and her kids exposes a gap in safeguards for minors held in Alaska.
Do Middle-earth and Westeros make sense? Climate scientists modelled them to find out
It’s a seemingly whimsical exercise, but it serves serious purposes.
Microsoft backs Anthropic in fight against the Pentagon
Microsoft said the effective blacklisting of Anthropic "imposes substantial and wide-ranging costs and risks" on the company.
Thune says Senate to consider voting bill but pushes back on demands for 'talking filibuster'
Majority Leader John Thune says that the Senate will consider a bill to impose strict new proof-of-citizenship requirements in elections
Proposed fee increases in Asheville spark worries among residents and businesses
The City of Asheville is considering increasing fees for several services, including water, solid waste and parking.
ICE is keeping tabs on American citizens
Immigration and Customs Enforcement has been using a variety of tools to keep tabs on not just immigrants the agency intends to deport but also U.S. citizens who publicly oppose the agency’s tactics. We discuss what that surveillance looks like and what the impact is for people whose activity the agency has tracked. This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, reporter Kat Lonsdorf, and power and influence reporter Jude Joffe-Block.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Senate Democrats introduce bill to shield small businesses from Trump’s new tariffs
Bill is in response to president’s latest push to impose tariffs, but it’s likely to stall in Republican-majority Senate
Lancaster County Health Advisory Council suggests \'trust your health care provider\' campaign
The Lancaster County Health Advisory Council will in the next 30 days compose a recommendation that the county undertake a public-messaging “trust your health care provider” campaign as a step
Proposed CT limits on grocery self-checkout lanes draw business pushback, union support
Connecticut lawmakers are considering a proposal that would limit the use of self-checkout lanes at grocery stores, a measure that has drawn sharp opposition from retailers and business groups.
Gwinnett Regional Science, Engineering + Innovation Fair showcases Gwinnett’s emerging STEM leaders
The 48th Annual Gwinnett Regional Science, Engineering + Innovation Fair brought together students from across Gwinnett County to present their talented and purposeful work.
Mental health solutions for the digital age
Ask the digital natives of Gen Z about the source of their biggest mental health challenges, and most will say social media and AI.Several of the nearly 400 guests at the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit, presented by the Friends of Semel Teen Advisory Council at UCLA on March 8, explicitly named the endless stream of content on their phones as serious stressors. “Everybody is addicted to (Tik Tok) as if they were addicted to substances,” said Jantin Asmar, 17, a senior at Virtual Academy in Antelope Valley. “We’re always chasing that dopamine. We’re expecting that dopamine rush and it’s really decaying our interactions with others.” High school student Jantin Asmar was among nearly 400 people who attended the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) Even young teens feel pressure to be on social media constantly, both to consume content and collect “likes,” said 13-year-olds Chloe and Sophia, both students at Brentwood School. “Everyone’s always on, and you miss stuff if you’re not on it,” Chloe said, adding that social media’s emphasis on appearances is leading to eating disorders: “That’s a big thing for our generation.”The incessant influx of images and updates creates expectations that “weigh teenagers down,” said Linda Kou, 16, a junior at San Gabriel High School.Even though digital spaces allow people to connect with others beyond their immediate surroundings, it doesn’t always translate to real-life community, said Kelah Morgan, 17, a senior at Animo South Los Angeles Charter High School. High school students Kelah Morgan, left, and Linda Kou, shared about the challenges presented by social media. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) “Even if you see people saying that they relate to you online, it might be hard to find people in your personal life who you see every day who you feel comfortable enough to say, ‘You see me online, but this is me in real life and what I’m actually going through,’” she said.Solutions for our digital timesThe Gen Z Wellness Summit was intentionally designed as a free, in-person gathering where young people interested in mental health from across the southland could meet in person. “Peer support is the most important element of maintaining our mental health in community,” said Helena Hansen, MD, PhD, director of UCLA’s Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior.Keynote speakers at the summit addressed AI, social connection and self-empowerment, while breakout sessions included discussions about eating disorders, dating, substance use, phone detox and breathwork. Here are some of the day’s top takeaways:Beware of FOPO: Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD, a psychology professor at Columbia University, said that rather than FOMO, or fear of missing out, we ought to be more aware of FOPO: fear of people’s opinions. “Just think about how much your FOPO might be holding you back in your life,” Dr. Kaufman said. “And just that inner contemplation should be enough for you to change your life, because there’s so many things we don’t go after because we have debilitating FOPO.”We don’t need to feel like we’re the best – or what he called “narcissistic self-esteem” – but it’s helpful to acknowledge our own worth, recognize our good qualities and develop self-belief in the skills and talents we’ve cultivated. When we have that – dignity and self-respect, without needing everyone to like us – FOPO is less of a concern.Self-reflection is most effective in community: “When we try to self-reflect alone, we sometimes ruminate,” said Ira Bedzow, PhD, executive director of the Emory University Purpose Project. “But when we self-reflect with people that we trust … (it) allows us to hold ourselves accountable to different ways of seeing and different ways of hearing and different ways of being.”Opening up about our experiences and listening to others are skills we can develop, Dr. Bedzow said.He invited students to participate in what he called a “fishbowl exercise,” where four students sat in a small circle, surrounded by a dozen or so students forming a larger circle. Those in the inner circle answered such questions as: “What stops you from being you today?” and “What helps you feel most like you?”Within minutes, the group in the small circle (the fishbowl), were sharing intimately about their life challenges as those in the outer circle nodded in understanding.After the exercise, one participant said, “I felt like I wasn’t alone, that it wasn’t just me who feels that way.”Another remarked on how “personal” it felt to share face-to-face with others, even strangers.Don’t let AI crush your creativity: Theoretical neuroscientist Vivienne Ming, PhD, has been studying artificial intelligence for more than 20 years. And while she said “it’s reasonable to be concerned” about the fast-growing technology, it can also help humans become better problem-solvers when used strategically.“The smartest thing on the planet today are humans and machines working together creatively,” Dr. Ming said. “What gets more valuable in humans as machines get smarter? Our ability to explore the unknown.“Your unique voice is literally your value to the world … but most of us for most of our lives have been taught to not be unique,” she continued. “Be your own person. Celebrate being different. It is genuinely, measurably, truly valuable.”In a breakout session called “Phone Detox? IYKYK: Living Your Story IRL” led by Don Grant, PhD, students shared their frustrations with AI compromising academic work, art and creativity.“Art is a translation of human experience,” one participant said. “When people use AI, they diminish their own human experience.”Dr. Grant urged them, as “the last generation to remember a world before AI,” to remember the power of imagination and creativity – and to act on it.Remember that social media distorts perceptions: Stuart B. Murray, PhD, PsyD, who directs the Eating Disorders Program and Translational Research in Eating Disorders Program at UCLA, asked the students in his breakout session to take a spontaneous selfie and edit it to conform with society’s beauty standards. All 20 girls in the room immediately got to work, thickening their hair, slimming their faces, plumping their lips.“The pressure to look like what we present on social media can be crippling,” Dr. Murray said. “We now know that social media use is part of a causal pathway into an eating disorder.”Adolescents and young adults are most at risk of developing an eating disorder, he said, with one in three students on college campuses exhibiting clinically meaningful eating-disorder symptoms. More than 4 million people in California will have an eating disorder in their lifetime.Even for those who don’t develop anorexia or bulimia, the ubiquity of modified images online distorts what we consider normal, making us feel worse about ourselves. Remembering that, he and other speakers said, might inspire us to log off occasionally and spend time in the real world with people who love us as we are.
Poison-pill effort to cancel proposed billionaire tax hits voters' mailboxes
California voters are being urged to put a poison-pill effort on the November ballot that would nullify a controversial proposed tax on the state’s billionaires.
Opinion: Youth Incarceration is a Public Health Crisis
Instead of receiving care, incarcerated youth are exposed to violence, isolation, chronic stress and medical neglect, write José Perez and Reggie Chatman.
Unlike in Past Conflicts, Most Americans Oppose Iran Attacks
While the public has historically backed military intervention initially in international conflicts, deep polarization has left the latest strikes against Iran with record-low support.
Parkinson urges Wrexham to reel in Hull
Phil Parkinson has urged his Wrexham players to close the gap to the sides above them in the Championship as opposed to looking over their shoulders at the chasing pack over the remainder of their play-off run-in. The Red Dragons currently sit sixth but will move above Hull City into fifth if they can beat the Tigers at Stok Cae Ras tonight (19:45 GMT). "With Hull, they've had some strange games," Parkinson said.
Dubai, oasis for business and partying, confronts war
Iranian airstrikes have shaken Persian Gulf countries, undermining their reputations as havens of wealth and stability and forcing them to take sides in a war they opposed.
Evolution Keeps Reinventing The Appendix. Here's Why It May Be Important.
It's no spare part.
California lawmakers, advocates decry cuts to undocumented immigrant health care
Newsom’s budget imposes work requirements on Medi-Cal for undocumented immigrants.
Democrats seek to impose political pain of Iran war on Trump
Democrats are pouncing on a spike in gas prices and expected soaring airline fares, blaming President Trump’s handling of the war in Iran for deepening economic pain on Americans. In intervie…
Poll: Most Americans oppose war in Iran, but most Republicans support it
A majority of Americans oppose the United States' military action in Iran, according to a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. However, that opposition breaks down along party lines, with a majority of Republicans saying they support the war. We discuss whether the lack of public support could alter President Trump's next steps and how the war could affect this year's midterm elections.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Business groups send letter to Hochul opposing packaging bill
More than 100 business groups that oppose New York packaging bill contend it “imposes unreasonable mandatory reductions” and would hurt consumers.
IRS unveils proposed regulations for new Trump Accounts savings program
The IRS and Treasury proposed new rules for Trump Accounts, including details for make the elections to open an account and take the federal seed money if eligible to do so.
Live Nation: Bipartisan Group of State AGs Vows to Fight on Despite DOJ’s Proposed Settlement with Entertainment Giant
Democratic and Republican state attorneys general said the proposed settlement between DOJ and Live Nation Entertainment (LYV) to resolve the company’s alleged antitrust violations is insufficient and they’ll continue the monopoly suit.
Purpose, dignity, and joy through supported employment: connecting Vermonters experiencing mental health and substance use challenges with meaningful employment in their communities
Clara Martin Center’s IPS-supported employment program helps Vermonters with mental health or substance use challenges return to meaningful work by integrating clinical care, partnering with local employers, and restoring purpose, confidence, and community connection through individualized, community‑based support.
Business for Good 2026
Maine companies are increasingly recognizing that success is measured by more than profit alone. Research shows that people value businesses that operate responsibly by protecting the environment, supporting their communities, and fostering workplaces built on shared purpose. Business for Good spotlights the Maine organizations, large and small, that are driving positive change through community involvement, responsible growth, and purpose-driven leadership.
Stadium lights pose health risk, campaigner warns
The chair of DarkSky UK says special lights growing turf at football grounds can harm human health.
Labour in ‘deep trouble’ with Black voters, Operation Black Vote chair warns
David Weaver says proposed jury reforms and slow progress on equality risk eroding support in marginal seats
Tigers' Tarik Skubal having second thoughts about leaving WBC early
After what was supposed to be his only start at the World Baseball Classic, Tigers lefty Tarik Skubal admits it's "hard to walk away" from Team USA.
Passkeys were supposed to replace passwords, but they're failing for the most predictable reason
It was meant to make things easier.
Redistricting plan to give Colorado Dems 7 members of the U.S. House will split El Paso County
A proposed redistricting plan, which would give Colorado seven Democratic members of the U.S. House of Representatives and only one Republican, will split El Paso County into two parts and thereby weaken the county’s influence in Congress. El Paso County, which contains all of the city of Colorado Springs, currently is mainly in U.S. House […]
What Live Nation Entertainment (LYV)'s Antitrust Trial Over Ticketmaster Dominance Means For Shareholders
The U.S. Department of Justice and 30 states have taken Live Nation Entertainment and Ticketmaster to a jury trial in New York, alleging that they abused their dominance in live music ticketing, promotions, and venue contracts to harm fans, artists, and competitors. Because the case raises the possibility of forced divestiture of Ticketmaster or sweeping changes to venue contracts, it poses material uncertainty for Live Nation’s business model and future industry structure. We’ll now examine...
In Russia’s Former Capital, Restoring the Past to Survive the Present
With political activism off-limits, residents of St. Petersburg are finding purpose and community in the “politics of small deeds,” repairing and cleaning architectural treasures.