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Former Arizona mental health counselor arrested by ICE for producing of CSAM, officials say
A former Tucson mental health counselor was arrested by ICE Homeland Security Investigations agents for allegedly producing child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
D‑day’s secret weapon: How wetland science stopped Normandy landings from getting bogged down
Beneath the roar of gunfire and the chaos of D-day, an unlikely hero played a vital role — wetland science. Often overlooked amid military strategies and troop movements, the study of mud proved critical to the success of the largest amphibious invasion in history.
The Good (and Concerning) from Bucs Minicamp
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are showing some encouraging signs during offseason minicamp, but it's not all good news as they prepare for the 2026 NFL season.
In the chase for stadium dollars, Tampa Sports Authority wants to prioritize Bucs over Rays
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Tampa Bay Rays are hoping to strike stadium deals.
The Trump Administration Has Launched Its Biggest Threat Yet to Scientific Research. We Can Stop Them.
Last week, the White House released draft regulations that—if enacted—will upend US science as we know it. Under the rule proposed by the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB), political appointees would have the final say over who gets billions of dollars of federal funding for res
Tampa Sports Authority says Bucs should trump Rays in cash requests
With talks ongoing about an MLB ballpark and renovations to Raymond James Stadium on the horizon, TSA wants to prioritize the NFL team’s request.
EPA Leadership Strip the Agency of Its Ability to Protect Us from Toxic Chemicals
Over the last year and a half, the Trump administration has recklessly dismantled the democratic institutions that keep us safe, including the systems that rely on the best available science to inform government decision-making. This campaign has resulted in more than 560 attacks on science to date.
Arizona lands commitment of Texas DB Jaylen Oliver
Arizona hosted a slew of recruits over the weekend, and some of them liked the visit enough to decide Tucson is where they want to play college football. Jaylen Oliver, a defensive back from Texas, was the first to announce his commitment from this weekend’s official visits. Oliver is a 6-foot, 170-pound safety that plays […]
Why Are Politicians Swearing More?
In American In American politics, cursing and “four-letter words” are no longer confined to hot mics or hidden behind closed doors. Politicians and pundits are increasingly using so-called “bad words.
Science is Rising: Finding our Power to Protect Science and Democracy
What can scientists do in the face of assaults on our democracy? RISE UP!
Way-too-early 2026 Bucs game preview: New Orleans Saints
We look ahead to the season finale for the Bucs in Week 18 when they face the New Orleans Saints.
A Scientific Method of Resisting
This post originally appeared on If You Can Keep It, a publication of Protect Democracy. The second Trump administration has set about dismantling the institutions of American science. Over the past 16 months, the administration has eliminated thousands of federal scientific positions, imposed
California advances $12 billion bond for science research in rebuke to Trump cuts
UCSF researchers say the bond could help protect studies, jobs and clinical trials from delays in federal NIH funding
Jays Beat Marlins, 2-1
Well, after a one day only engagement, the offence has gone back on hiatus. It didn’t end up mattering, though, as a combination of solid work from Kevin Gausman and the bullpen and questionable Marlins base running held them to only one run in spite of racking up 11 hits. The Jays are back within […]
A Not So Happy Anniversary: A Year of Deceptive Science “Standards”
Saturday, May 23rd marked a year since President Trump signed an executive order (EO) to “restore” so-called “gold standard science.” On the surface, the language and title of the order sounded promising. But to science policy nerds like me, the EO—and the actions the administration has taken to imp
President Trump Abandoned Environmental Justice Communities. Scientists Can Fill the Void.
Scientists have a duty to support communities with their unique set of tools and expertise.
Tucson FREEdge receives Health Department warning over free food distribution
The nonprofit argues that their community refrigerator model doesn't fall under the Health Department's food codes.
Tucson Roadrunners Set Franchise Business Records During 2025-26 Season
While the Tucson Roadrunners celebrated their 10th anniversary on the ice during the 2025-26 season, the organization also delivered one of the most successful business campaigns in franchise history off it.
Philip Glass, turning 90, gets tribute from Taylor Mac, Lucinda Childs
Taylor Mac and Lucinda Childs honored Philip Glass and his work with poets during a special performance, one of several celebrations ahead of the composer's upcoming 90th birthday.
Nobel Laureate and UC San Diego Alum to Discuss the Future of American Science at Public Forum
On June 11, Nobel Laureate Ramsdell will join School of Biological Sciences Dean Kit Pogliano for a discussion on the nation’s scientific enterprise and its foundation that has delivered bold breakthroughs and transformed lives through research and innovation.
Why Is Space So Fascinating?
We all tuned in when the Artemis II crew splashed down off the San Diego coast. Planetary scientist and academic leader Meenakshi Wadhwa shares her thoughts on why space captures our imaginations so well.
Science and Immigration Are Interconnected: On Higher Education, ICE, and the Assault on DEI
One day in graduate school, I confessed to my fellow students that I had never been outside of the United States. They hailed from all over the world, so I was embarrassed to admit it. “You don’t need to leave the country,” one of them replied, “Here, the world comes to you!” In many ways, he was ri
SimonMed hopes to drum up whole-body MRI business
The Tucson, Arizona-based radiology practice announced it will offer 20% discounts on its longevity scans to the military, veterans and first responders.
Nicole Wertheim, Philanthropist and Champion for Public Health, Dies at 82
Join us in remembering Nicole Wertheim, a visionary whose transformative gift ignited a movement at UC San Diego. From founding our school of public health to receiving the Chancellor’s Medal, her legacy of spirit and generosity will inspire students and shape a healthier world for generations.
In the Digital Health Era, Can We Do Better Than a Consent Form?
UC San Diego researchers argue that informed consent in digital health needs a reboot. Their studies show people want clarity, dialogue and real control over their data — proving consent should be a relationship, not just a form.
Intel’s NUCs Live On… as an Excessive Asus Mini Gaming PC
The Asus ROG NUC 16 seems like an excellent console-like PC until you see its supposed price.
Bucs Brass Impressed With UDFA QB Jalon Daniels
The Kansas standout is turning heads in rookie minicamp, utilizing his dual-threat ability and leadership to challenge for the backup role behind starter Baker Mayfield this season.
The 2026 Science Division Distinguished Alumni Award recipients
Gregory Reyes (Kresge ’76, biology), Larry de Ghetaldi (Merrill ’76, biology and chemistry), and Nicholas Suntzeff (Ph.D. ’80, astronomy) are recognized for careers of exceptional distinction in biomedical research, healthcare policy, and observational cosmology.
Amid US-Israel war on Iran, Arizona awaits Iranian team before World Cup
Sports facility and football fans in the city of Tucson want Iran's players to feel 'safe and welcome'.
Science, Scrutiny and Humility
When investigative journalist and former Synapse staff writer Charles Piller addressed UCSF students during this year’s Science Speaker Series, he delivered more than a warning about scientific misconduct.
Tucson Now: Science is cool this summer at Flandrau
The Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium will have a packed summer full of science activities.
Reddit Starts Blocking Mobile Website, Pushing Users to App Instead
Social network Reddit recently began blocking mobile visitors to its website while pushing them to download the official Reddit app, and it's fair to say that the move is not going down well with users. If you visit reddit.com on your iPhone today, you may see a new popup that can't be dismissed, asking you to "get the app to keep using Reddit".
UCSC researcher aims to fill gaps in Pajaro Valley air monitoring data, help farmworkers deal with pollution health impacts
Javier González-Rocha, an assistant professor of mathematics at UC Santa Cruz, has been working to identify air monitoring data gaps in the Pajaro Valley to better inform farmworkers and the local community.
UFC 328 live blog: Joshua Van vs. Tatsuro Taira
Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira face off for the flyweight championship at UFC 328
Can blockbuster GLP-1 weight-loss drugs also protect brain health?
UCSF experts share their research on medications’ potential to slow or reduce risk of dementia and to treat the triggers that drive addiction.
Demise of Crypto MAGA Sponsor in Poland Sparks Political Furor
The downfall of Poland’s biggest digital asset trading platform is causing trouble for Donald Trump’s ally in the presidential palace.
National Institutes of Health Grant Terminations Disproportionately Impact Minority Scientists
Survey of nearly 1,000 researchers whose grants were cut shows BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and women investigators faced higher odds of targeted equity-related terminations, raising concerns about long-term impacts on the U.S. scientific workforce
Which Bucs UDFA wide receiver could make the roster?
Bleacher Report highlights a UDFA with a real shot to stick in Tampa Bay for the 2026 season.
‘The Public’s Science’ initiative seeks to reimagine the science research ecosystem
The new effort will bring together a broad range of voices to create scholarship and policy recommendations for reorienting science research toward excellence, justice, transparency, and democratic participation.
Study: In Arizona, party politics play outsized role in passing bills
Arizona's Democrats have been nearly shut out of getting their legislation into law — much more so than the minority party in other states, a study says.
Tucson businesses prepare for May Day closures
Stores across Tucson have signs in their windows telling customers they will be closed for May Day.
Probing Science: Misconduct, Incentives and Trust
On April 27, Synapse: UCSF Student Voices presented the eighth annual Science Speaker Series with Charles Piller, a former staff writer for Synapse, now an investigative journalist for Science magazine.
Congress must hold RFK Jr. accountable after hearings
Michael Burgess and Larry Bucshon, former Republican congressmen and doctors, weigh in on RFK Jr.’s recent congressional hearings.
$125 Million in Combined Giving Establishes the Halıcıoğlu School of Data Science and Computing
The University of California San Diego has established the Halıcıoğlu School of Data Science and Computing thanks to $125 million in support from alumnus Taner Halıcıoğlu ’96. The school positions UC San Diego at the forefront of data science, AI and advanced computing education and research.
The Science Behind the Headlines: Understanding Attribution Science
When devastating weather events make headlines, a question increasingly follows: Did climate change play a role? Where did the emissions driving that risk come from? And what harms result when those risks materialize? This isn't just casual curiosity. Communities facing floods, families displace
UC San Diego Health Performs First West Coast AI Robotic Spine Surgery
First West Coast AI-driven robotic spine surgery performed at UC San Diego Health, improving precision and recovery for patients.
Cutting Science Out: Trump Administration Fires National Science Board Members
This is an attempt to silence independent scientists, shut down evidence-based decision making, and keep the public in the dark.
ASUS Announces Availability of ROG Strix and TUF Gaming Dual Mode Monitors
ASUS today announced the availability of the ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen 2 (XG27UCGR), the ROG Strix XG27UCS Gen 2 (XG27UCSR), and the TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A gaming monitors. These gaming monitors feature 27-inch 4K Fast IPS panels with a 0.3 ms response time (minimum) for crisp visuals and smooth high...
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Macaques hold food while an infant sits between them at the Rock in the British overseas territory of Gibraltar, July 27, 2019.
The Bailey Buzz, April 23, 2026
The Bailey Buzz this week has a country singer coming to the Fischer Theatre, an AMBUCS Amtryke delivery in Oakwood, a National Junior College Athletic Association award, a Danville Public
Bucs Cook named SoCon Track Athlete of the Week
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WJHL) — Whatever one might define as a sophomore slump, Micailah Cook has done the complete opposite. The second-year sprinter took home SoCon Women’s Track Athlete of the Week for the week ending on April 21, as announced by the league office on Wednesday. This is the second outdoor weekly award for Cook […]
Six New Projects Are Empowering Early-Career Engineering and Computer Science Faculty
Six teams from the UC San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering have been awarded funding to accelerate interdisciplinary research collaborations that include an early-career faculty member.
Politics of the Past, Politics of the Future
M. Gessen encourages the audience to embrace their freedom in a UCSB Arts & Lectures series talk.
Maya Tea steeps into the mocktail business
The longtime Tucson tea company just released a line of zero-alcohol spirits, joining a growing trend that's found popularity among Gen Z'ers.
Joe Starkey: Thankfully, Pittsburgh sports in much better shape as NFL Draft spotlight falls upon city
We’re not quite the City of Champions again, but we’re not the City of Chumps, either. Not anymore, and thankfully not this coming week, as the eyes of the sports world descend upon Pittsburgh for the NFL Draft. It’s easier to be a good host when you’re not wearing a
Acclaimed astrophysicist and electric slam poet blend science and storytelling in upcoming UCSC lecture
The second annual Landesman Lecture features UC Santa Cruz professor Enrico Ramirez Ruiz in conversation with slam poet Jasmine Schlafke—blending science, poetry and storytelling to explore our deepest origins and shared humanity. The lecture series is made possible by UC Santa Cruz faculty retirees, Edward (Ed) and Miriam Landesman.
The fight to protect California science starts now
UC is co-sponsoring Senate Bill 895, a critical effort to sustain world-changing research that fuels the fourth-largest economy in the world and supports the quality of life for all Californians.
NFL Reporter Dianna Russini Resigns Amid Mike Vrabel Photos
Dianna Russini has resigned from The Athletic following a wave of controversy tied to photos of her with Mike Vrabel. The NFL Reporter Dianna Russini Resigns Amid Mike Vrabel Photos first appeared on The Blast
How information disorder shapes global politics
UC Santa Barbara political scientist Julia Morse studies how information disorder — a media environment where it’s easy to create content and spread false or misleading material — shapes international politics.
Pirates made a mistake signing Marcell Ozuna over Andrew McCutchen
The Bucs made a bad decision.
Google introduces AI-generated avatars to YouTube Shorts
The new feature was teased earlier this year and is now rolling out gradually.
The Slow Dismantling of American Science (and What We Can Do about It)
A rallying call to scientists: you have more power than you think to resist the politicization of your work.
Buccaneers' OTAs Kick Off April 20
Buccaneers' offseason workouts begin April 20. Dive into the phased program, from conditioning to team drills, as the Bucs prepare for the season.
Bucs to talk with Tampa Sports Authority about Raymond James Stadium renovations
Discussions about needs and costs come as the NFL team nears a 2027 decision on extending its lease, and the Rays are seeking about $1.15 billion in public money for a new ballpark across the street.
Nancy Guthrie Update: FBI’s ‘Best Lead,’ According to a Cybersecurity Expert
'Today' co-anchor Savannah Guthrie's mom, 84, remains missing more than two months after her Tucson, Arizona, kidnapping.
Nancy Guthrie Update: FBI’s ‘Best Lead,’ According to a Cybersecurity Expert
'Today' co-anchor Savannah Guthrie's mom, 84, remains missing more than two months after her Tucson, Arizona, kidnapping.
Nancy Guthrie Update: FBI’s ‘Best Lead,’ According to a Cybersecurity Expert
'Today' co-anchor Savannah Guthrie's mom, 84, remains missing more than two months after her Tucson, Arizona, kidnapping.
UCSD part of team granted $15.8M to study Latino brain health
UC San Diego and UC Davis have received a $15.85 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to fund an extensive study on how the brain ages among Hispanic and Latino communities, it was announced Wednesday.
OMRON Healthcare and UCSF Launch AFib Trial
Study Will Explore Early Detection of Atrial Fibrillation to Reduce Stroke and Heart Failure Risk Through Home Blood Pressure Monitoring KYOTO, JAPAN - April 3, 2026 (NEWMEDIAWIRE) - OMRON Healthcare Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of a randomiz...
UC San Diego School of Medicine Ranked No. 4 Nationally for NIH Funding Among Public Institutions
The University of California San Diego School of Medicine ranked No. 4 among public institutions and No. 14 overall nationwide for NIH funding in 2025 as reported by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research (BRIMR).
Fiesta Sports Foundation Completes Sixth Annual Kindness Arizona Week, Recognized with Official Proclamation from Gov. Katie Hobbs
In honor of the sixth annual Fiesta Sports Foundation Kindness Arizona initiative, Governor Katie Hobbs officially proclaimed the week of March 23-27, 2026 "Kindness Arizona Week," recognizing the Foundation's sixth year of statewide community service. Over five days, Fiesta Sports Foundation Board of Directors, Yellow Jackets, Ambassadors, staff and volunteers completed eight service projects and events, delivering acts of kindness and community impact across the Valley, Tucson and Rio Verde.
One Year in, the Anti-Science Agenda of the Trump Administration Is Evident
We are now more than a year into President Trump’s second stint in the White House, establishing a grim and undeniable record of attacks on science. Every month that has passed since his inauguration day, there have been multiple actions that target science, scientists, and science-based policies. T
Which Bucs player is considered he most overpaid?
Who did Bleacher Report designate as the Bucs most overpaid player?
RFK Jr. makes food sound like a miracle drug, but researchers say he often overstates the science
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has claimed diet can "cure" schizophrenia and diabetes and allow people to rid themselves of bipolar disorder. Researchers say the comments overstate current evidence.
UCSB professors honored by the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Professors Shelly Gable, David Morrison, Javier Read de Alaniz and Kelly Caylor have joined the esteemed ranks of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
Democracy Depends on Science—So Scientists Need to Show Up for Democracy
A shared commitment to facts and knowledge, produced independently from political interference, is critical to democracy—and worth fighting to protect.
VOTE: Did the Pirates make the right call with Konnor Griffin?
Did the Bucs make the right call?
Ten Pieces of Non-Technical Career Advice for Engineering and Computer Science Students
At a new event focused on student success and career readiness at the Jacobs School of Engineering, alumni and faculty shared non-technical career advice with current students.
Communicating Across Disciplines in Climate Change Litigation
Climate change litigation must climb many mountains to advance justice and reshape human behaviors for the well-being of people and our planet. On this long, arduous journey, litigants, lawyers, scientific witnesses, and judges face challenges of communicating across disciplines. UCS’s new resourc
Scientists Must Speak Clearly, Especially in Court: Five Tips for Clear Communication
As climate impacts intensify, so does the legal push to hold polluters accountable, protect vulnerable communities, and enforce environmental laws. And in these legal cases, science is key. Because science can’t present itself on the stand, scientists are essential to give scientific results a voice
We’re Suing the Trump Administration for Removing Science, History from Our National Parks
We cannot fully understand our country and climate without publicly accessible and accurate historical and scientific information.
As President Trump’s Attacks on Science Escalate, Big Oil Moves to Avoid Legal Accountability
This piece was originally published in Climate Home News. The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) recently agreed to hear arguments in Boulder v. Exxon and Suncor a case that could decide whether communities harmed by climate change can hold polluters accountable in state court. Origin
Bucs facing a tough decision with Baker Mayfield in 2026
The Bucs have to get the contract situation with Baker Mayfield solved sooner rather than later.
What a Recent Court Win Reveals About the Trump Administration’s Unlawful Attacks on Climate Science
This article was originally published by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists. The second Trump administration is taking its hostility to climate science to new levels. In addition to its rhetoric dismissing climate change as a con or scam, recently released government documents show how the adm
We (Still) Have the Science on Cumulative Impacts
That’s why we need cumulative impacts policies, which require the evaluation of multiple stressors and burdens so the decisions that get made are more comprehensive, effective, and equitable.
UCS vs Anti-Science Actions
We're suing the Trump administration on a wide range of issues—and winning.
25 Years of Courage and Curiosity: Sally Ride Science at UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies
Celebrating 25 years, Sally Ride Science at UC San Diego inspires students, educators, and families with hands-on STEAM programs that spark curiosity and confidence.
Trump’s Nominee to Run NSF is Unqualified, Conflicted, and a Threat to Science
If O’Neill is confirmed as NSF’s director, the Trump administration will further tighten its control over an agency created by Congress to be independent in its work to advance science.
Integrated Crisis Stabilization Services supports individuals experiencing substance use and mental health crises at United Counseling Service’s Battelle House in Bennington, VT
As part of a State of Vermont request, United Counseling Service (UCS) created an Integrated Crisis Stabilization Program (ICSS) this year to expand its services for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use crises in Bennington County. ICSS provides therapeutic groups, skill-building, and a safe place to recover.
'Underrated' Matt Vierling shines in spring, looks like himself again
Matt Vierling isn't playing third base, but he is doing everything else for the Detroit Tigers in spring training in preparation for the 2026 season.
First UCSF Health patient to move from total artificial heart to transplant
Milestone procedure gives young father with advanced heart failure a new heart and new future with his family.
Edge rusher remains the Bucs biggest need in free agency
ESPN has the Bucs biggest need remaining to be and edge rusher ahead of 2026.
New AI Agent Could Transform How Scientists Study Weather and Climate
Computer scientists and weather scientists have taken the first steps toward creating an AI agent capable of analyzing and answering questions in natural language, such as English, about data from AI-driven weather and climate forecasting models.
NFL free agency bold predictions: Steelers add new QB after Aaron Rodgers retires, Mike Evans leaves Bucs
What madness will unfold as free agency opens up across the NFL?
Governor Newsom, Be the Man Science Needs
How will his final legislative season pan out?
Scripps Oceanography at UCSD granted $15M for deep sea, glacier science
The Fund for Science and Technology, a new private foundation, granted Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego $15 million for ocean science Tuesday.
Reds manager Terry Francona attends Iowa State-Arizona basketball game
Reds manager Terry Francona was in attendance at McKale Center in Tucson for the No. 2 Arizona Wildcats' game against No. 6 Iowa State.
Fund for Science and Technology Awards $15 Million to Scripps Oceanography
Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego has received a $15 million grant from the Fund for Science and Technology. This support will expand observational capabilities into parts of the ocean where data has historically been sparse or nonexistent.
UC San Diego knocks off Cal Poly 80-64
SAN DIEGO (AP) Alex Chaikin scored 17 points as UCSD beat Cal Poly 80-64 on Saturday night.