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Learner spotlight: Vivian’s path to rights based mental health advocacy
For Vivian Anyango Aola, mental health is deeply personal. Growing up she witnessed people around her struggling with emotional distress without access to support, understanding or solutions. Those early experiences laid the foundations for her work today as a mental health advocate at St. Daniel Comboni mission in Nairobi, Kenya.“Mental health is about feelings – something we all experience every day,” Vivian explains. “Ensuring people are supported in those feelings is what drives my work.” Creating safe spaces and challenging stigmaIn her role, Vivian works closely with people living with mental health conditions and psychosocial, intellectual and cognitive disabilities. Through dialogue, listening and shared learning, she helps create safe spaces where people feel seen, heard and respected. However, stigma and discrimination remain significant barriers.“Witnessing stigma only strengthens my resolve to fight for inclusion, acceptance and equal treatment for all,” she says. Vivian enrolled in the WHO ‘QualityRights in Mental Health’ online, self-paced course available on the WHO Academy learning platform to strengthen her knowledge and advocacy skills. The six-module course provides the foundation for challenging stigma and discrimination and for promoting person-centred, rights-based approaches in mental health.“The course gave me a new perspective,” she says. “It showed me how to support people in ways that respect autonomy and promote recovery, rather than focusing only on treatment.”The importance of language and cultureSince its launch, more than 141 000 people have enrolled in the course globally, and it is now available in 17 languages on the learning platform – the highest number of languages of any WHO course. For Vivian, accessibility is key to transforming mental health systems. “Language is a bridge between professionals and communities,” she explains. “When mental health resources are available in local languages, they reduce misunderstanding, build trust and encourage people to seek help. It also empowers health workers to deliver care in ways that are culturally sensitive and relevant.”In a global evaluation of the course, which analysed data from over 3000 learners, attitudes toward people with mental health conditions improved by 22.78% overall after completing the course, with even greater shifts in low- and middle-income countries (29.18%) compared to high-income countries (20.58%)[1].“The course equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to transform mental health into a more rights-based, inclusive and recovery-oriented system,” explains Vivian. “It reinforces that change is possible. When people understand rights, dignity and recovery, the entire system can begin to shift.”Mental Health, Brain Health and Substance Use[1] Breaking stigma, discrimination and promoting rights: global evaluation of the World Health Organization QualityRights e-training on mental health, recovery and community inclusion
"I used to think Philly was a sports town" - Josh Hart takes shot at Sixers fans after Knicks dominate their crowd
Josh Hart believes Philadelphia no longer feels like a true sports city.
Knicks, fans feel right at home with sweep of 76ers in Philly
Droves of Knicks fans took over Xfnity Mobile Arena yet again Sunday, watching their team sweep its way into the NBA's final four with a resounding, record-setting 144-114 win over the 76ers on Sunday.
Embiid feeling 'confident' about knee, health going forward
Joel Embiid, who was limited to just 38 games this season, said he is as "confident as I've ever been" with his health and isn't thinking about his injured knee anymore.
Embiid feeling 'confident' about knee, health going forward
Joel Embiid, who was limited to just 38 games this season, said he's as "confident as I've ever been" with his health and that he's not thinking about his injured knee anymore.
Eric DeCosta details emotional NFL Draft phone calls
Ravens GM Eric DeCosta describes the 'special feeling' of calling NFL Draft picks and hearing their families erupt.
Is Q1 2026 Legal Accrual-Driven Loss Altering The Investment Case For Live Nation (LYV)?
In the first quarter of 2026, Live Nation Entertainment reported sales of US$3,793.03 million, but a net loss of US$389.1 million as a US$450 million legal accrual tied to investigations and litigation pushed the company into an operating loss. At the same time, the long-running Popp v. Live Nation and Ticketmaster nationwide class action over allegedly supracompetitive ticketing fees advanced, while management emphasized double-digit adjusted operating income growth expectations and record...
GameThread: Tigers vs. Royals, 7:20 p.m.
Detroit Tigers (18-22) vs. Kansas City Royals (19-21) Time/Place: 7:20 p.m., Kauffman StadiumSB Nation Site: Royals ReviewMedia: NBC Sports Network/Peacock, Tigers Radio NetworkPitching Matchup: RHP Brenan Hanifee (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs. LHP Noah Cameron (2-2, 5.40 ERA)
Oakland County businesses scramble to adjust amid water main break
Cricut’s $99 craft cutting machine helped me feel creative again
You’ll make things quickly, eventually.
6 Android apps I keep on my phone specifically because they ignore AI
Android apps that do their jobs without AI getting in the way
My family and I spend Mother's Day at my son's grave
When my son died, my understanding of motherhood changed. Now, I spend Mother's Day at his grave. It's the only place I feel like a whole family.
Chicago Teachers Union wants $8.5 million dues hike to fund politics
“Has your brand become toxic?” This was a pointed question from WGN Political Editor Tahman Bradley, posed to Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates in a recent interview. Her immediate response: “I don’t understand the question.” When pressed, Gates added, “The Chicago Teachers Union is not a political party, it is a labor union.” But internal union documents show CTU leadership is trying to skim $8.5 million more from teacher paychecks explicitly for politics, while trying to silence union members critical of Gates’ leadership. Under the proposed dues hike, Chicago teachers would see up to $800 more per year flow from their paychecks to union coffers. The union already takes in more than $40 million a year, mostly from dues. And it spends less than 18 cents of every dollar on teacher representation. The No. 1 reason for the proposed dues hike? Politics. “We must win a majority of the first 21 person fully elected school board in November,” reads the first point in CTU’s member FAQ document.1 This directly contradicts CTU’s promise to members about how leadership uses dues money. The official CTU handbook tells members that the union does not use dues money for politics, so if they are interested in funding political activity, they should consider voluntary donations to CTU’s political action committee. “Our dues are not used for political purposes,” according to the handbook. “So our PAC relies on extra contributions from our members to support progressive candidates and to impact elected officials at the city, county and state levels.” This kind of double-speak is one reason members are concerned about another constitutional change slipped into the dues hike vote, which will take place on May 20-21: an attempt to stop members from holding the union accountable. A proposed amendment to the union constitution tries to place limits on when members may bring a lawsuit against the union for violating members’ rights.2 This provision is clearly a response to members’ lawsuit against union leadership regarding Gates’ years-long refusal to publish audited financial statements. The judge in that case has repeatedly denied the union’s attempts to dismiss it. Teachers opposed to these changes have been circulating this flier, urging members to vote no. What will CTU members get in return for millions of dollars in additional dues? If the 2024 school board elections are any indication—not much. CTU leadership’s record on school board races may not inspire confidence among members. A Chicago Policy Center analysis of a dozen affiliated PACs found CTU spent nearly $2.9 million on school board races in 2024. Of that spending, more than $2.1 million (75%) went to losing candidates. And while CTU-backed candidates lost six of the nine competitive seats overall, they fared worse in their biggest-spending races, losing five of six contests in which the union and its affiliates put up more than $250,000 for their candidate. The Chicago school board elections take place Nov. 3.3 Is another $8.5 million enough to clean up a toxic reputation? Not likely. Update on federal tax credit scholarship: Last week, Democratic New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said she plans to opt into the federal tax credit scholarship program. If Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker follows suit, Illinois could unlock $1 billion in donor money statewide for both public- and private-school students. If Illinois does not opt in, that money will flow to other states. The Last Ward reported in February on how Illinois Democrats could unlock at least $100 million in new resources for Chicago public-school students by opting in. Update on the investigation into how Chicagoans learned about a meeting to hike their property taxes: The Last Ward reported in January on an absurd, taxpayer-funded investigation into how local media learned of a planned Chicago school board meeting to hike the district’s property tax levy. That investigation is now complete. Lawyers interviewed two dozen witnesses, and found nothing. Update on Illinois’ muni debt crisis: My colleague Joe Tabor last week published a must-read piece in Crain’s Chicago Business about how Illinois recently rejected south suburban Harvey’s request to be designated a “distressed city.” The saga shows why the state must implement a better structure to assist insolvent local governments, including allowing for the option to pursue debt relief via Chapter 9 bankruptcy. The Last Ward reported in October on how Harvey is tipping the first domino in Illinois’ municipal debt crisis. Mincing Rascals: I joined the Mincing Rascals podcast to discuss the SAFE-T Act, the millionaires tax, and more. My “green light” recommendation: Force Majeure (2014). 1 Notably, the No. 2 reason cited is “resources to fund a state-wide millionaires tax campaign in order to fully fund the state’s school funding formula.” The constitutional amendment necessary to implement a progressive income tax in Illinois recently died in the Illinois House, meaning this question would not appear on the ballot until 2028 at the earliest. 2 There is seemingly no single-subject rule for CTU constitutional amendments. So members only get one vote on the full package. One cannot vote “yes” on the dues hike and “no” on the restriction of members’ rights, for example. 3 Illinois law grants far too much power over local government to unelected officials like Gates. State lawmakers should fix that.
College grad: I landed my first full-time job and mostly feel guilty
After college, I was unemployed for years. I landed my first full-time job, but I feel like I'm leaving my fellow Gen Zers who are struggling behind.
LIVE FEED | Ligue 1 Multiplex
Ligue 1, Round 33, 10/05/24Welcome to GFFN’s live coverage of the 33rd and penultimate game week of the 2025-2026 Ligue 1 season! On Friday, RC Lens secured their place in the Champions League in se...
Health insurance marketplace feels growing tremors from GOP cuts
State ObamaCare marketplaces are starting to feel tremors from the GOP-controlled Congress’s ending of enhanced subsidies, as millions of Americans are dropping coverage. Experts and st…
17 Good Things Ruined By Popularity
"Going to the movies isn't the same. I only go a couple of times a year now and will never buy snacks from the concession stand again."
OPEN THREAD
The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to discuss all things football. Do not be alarmed by the overt RMCF bias. It’s in the name! Shoutout to the mods who do a fantastic job Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, Ezek Ix and yours truly, Valyrian Steel. El-Clasico – Real Madrid return to […]
☕️ Laporta's latest stunt, Spalletti show and today's 5️⃣ stories
A Clásico Sunday deserves a proper start to the day. So make some coffee and toast, sit back, and enjoy the five stories shaping the football conversation first thing this morning.🥊 I don’t beli...
Scientists say a critical Atlantic ocean current is weakening and the world could feel the impact
Scientists have uncovered strong evidence that a major Atlantic Ocean current system tied to global climate is weakening. The slowdown has been detected across a vast region of the North Atlantic over nearly two decades. Since this ocean circulation helps regulate weather and temperatures, changes could affect storms, rainfall, sea levels, and even winter conditions in parts of Europe and North America.
Game 40: Twins at Guardians
First Pitch: 1:10 pm CDTTV: Twins.TVRadio: TIBN / WCCO 830 / The Wolf 102.9 FM / Audacy Forty games of baseball is probably “enough” games of baseball to feel like you have a sense of the team you’re watching. After 40 games, my sense is roughly the same as it was after 34 games, when I remarked that […]
Manchester City 3-0 Brentford: What Guardiola and Doku said
Man City's Jeremy Doku, speaking to BBC's Match of the day on his goal: "Looks a bit like the one against Everton, we wanted to take short, the corner, I go past my man and then I look for the pass in between, the ball comes back and I'm inside the box and I feel I have space to shoot and I do it without thinking and I'm happy that it went in." Did you know?
Fifa announces three World Cup opening ceremonies
Katy Perry, Michael Buble and Alanis Morissette are among the artists who will perform at three World Cup opening ceremonies this summer.
Steelers sign lightning-fast draft pick at rookie minicamp
At NFL rookie minicamp, the Pittsburgh Steelers have signed Robert Spears-Jennings to his rookie contract.
ESPN analyst misses mark in recent Jets roster dissection
The Jets may not have an elite receiving corps on paper, but calling wide receiver their biggest weakness feels inaccurate.
Scientists say this simple music trick can boost workout endurance by 20%
A new study shows that listening to your own favorite workout music can dramatically boost endurance. Cyclists exercising with self-selected songs lasted nearly 20% longer than when riding in silence, yet they didn’t feel more exhausted at the end. Researchers say music may help people stay in the “pain zone” longer without increasing perceived strain.
What’s Working: Swipe fees, AI and other legislation Colorado businesses are cheering or fearing
A more collaborative year for businesses. Plus: A new moon rover, drought tech and new law could help CenturyLink end copper wire theft
Is Autodesk (ADSK) Using Small-Business Flex Pricing To Quietly Redefine Its Competitive Moat?
Earlier this month, Autodesk Inc. launched “Autodesk for Small Business,” introducing a Small Business Hub, product refinements across AutoCAD, Revit, Fusion, and Flow Studio, plus more flexible Autodesk Flex token and pricing options in the US and UK. The initiative materially lowers onboarding complexity and upfront commitment for small firms, potentially broadening Autodesk’s customer base while giving these users a clearer feedback channel into future product development. Next, we’ll...
White Sox fall to Mariners in 12-8 slugfest
A supposed pitcher’s duel went off the tracks in a hurry
Small businesses in N.C. feeling support amidst economic uncertainty
Small businesses are seeing higher costs from global conflict, but many say local community support is helping them see growth.
FOX54 Sports Recap: From the CSRA to the big leagues
From the CSRA to the big leagues, FOX54's David Joaqui has a full sports recap.
Colorado lawmakers eye 5% fee on online gaming ‘skins,’ other game features
Colorado lawmakers are seeking to impose a new fee on online game purchases, in particular targeting “add-on transactions,” referring to features or enhancements that players can buy. Sponsors said they want to earmark the new revenue toward youth mental health services. The sponsors are pushing the new revenue source amid a budget deficit and at […]
Breece Hall’s $45.75 million Jets payday ‘really hit different’
Breece Hall was in his feels after inking a $45 million extension with the Jets on Friday, which allowed him to avoid playing on the franchise tag.
[Form 4] Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. Insider Trading Activity
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[8-K] Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. Reports Material Event
Stock Titan provides an ultra-fast stock market news feed and multiple tools for traders and investors.
Prime Video follows Netflix and Disney by adding a TikTok-like 'Clips' feed in its app
The Clips feed aims to enable discovery by offering users a scrollable feed with short snippets of shows and movies.
AATS helps heart surgeons diagnose and manage heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia after heart surgery is a major concern, but prior guidelines were developed without much feedback from actual cardiac surgeons.
Colorado House advances 5% gaming fee bill to support youth mental health services
Colorado lawmakers on Thursday approved a bill that would place a 5% fee on certain in‑game purchases in children’s online games, aiming to create a funding stream for youth mental health services. Supporters say the measure would hold gaming platforms accountable for design features that can contribute to anxiety, depression, and compulsive spending in kids, […]
ISU trustees approve $84 million for new science complex facilities
With a combination of state funding and repayment from student fees, the ISU Board of Trustees approved $84 million in funds for three new STEM facilities. These include a new teaching building, an annex and a greenhouse.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Musician William Seymour to host “Songwriters of Roanoke” event
Enjoy live music and storytelling Friday night at 8 at The Spot on Kirk.
2026 National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship Award
First year Materials and Nanoscience graduate student Stéphane Miaule (Tolbert group) has been awarded the 2026 National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship, one of the country’s most prestigious honors for graduate students in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). The program, jointly sponsored by the U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force, supports doctoral students across a broad range of scientific and technological fields of strategic importance. This highly competitive fellowship provides full tuition, fees, and a monthly stipend for three years. In 2026, only 102 fellowships were awarded nationwide, and Stéphane is the sole recipient from UCLA. Before transferring from Santa Monica College to UCLA, Stéphane interned at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center and Marshall Space Flight Center, where he researched the mechanical and thermodynamic properties of lunar regolith, as well as radiation shielding materials for lunar habitation development. At UCLA, he joined the Soft Materials Research Laboratory under Professor Qibing Pei, focusing on the synthesis and characterization of hafnium oxide nanocomposite scintillators. After earning his bachelor’s degree in chemistry, he remained in the Soft Materials Research Laboratory as a post-baccalaureate researcher for one year before joining Professor Sarah Tolbert’s group as a Ph.D. student. Stéphane’s Ph.D. research is focused on improving the properties of conjugated polymers, which are a family of plastic materials that can conduct electricity. Stéphane is specifically looking at self-assembling polymers that can be processed in water to create light-weight, flexible, high-conductivity polymer devices without the need for toxic or volatile organic solvents. After completing his Ph.D., Stéphane hopes to work in a national laboratory, researching semiconducting polymers for applications in new electronic devices. “The Graduate (1967) featured a memorable scene in which the protagonist was told that ‘there’s a great future in plastics.’ We know this still holds true today, as polymer research has expanded rapidly due to the wide variety of applications these materials enable. Through my work on semiconducting polymers, I hope to contribute to the continued development of plastic electronics,” Stéphane said. Penny Jennings, UCLA Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, penjen@g.ucla.edu.
Diablo II: Resurrected Ladder Season 14 Coming Soon
Ladder Season 14 begins on May 22. Glean the differences coming with Patch 3.2 based off your feedback from our recent PTR.
Diablo II: Resurrected Ladder Season 14 Coming Soon
Ladder Season 14 begins on May 22. Glean the differences coming with Patch 3.2 based off your feedback from our recent PTR.
The Hidden Challenge of Seasonal Hiring — and How Smart Businesses Solve It
Hiring for seasonal demand is just the first step. But small businesses can go the extra mile to speed up onboarding, make new hires feel welcome and keep pace with demand in real-time.
Ryan Bergara & Kevin Kreider To Lead ‘Trüebadour’; Avatar Entertainment Debuting Jennifer Zhang Pic At Cannes Market
EXCLUSIVE: Ryan Bergara (BuzzFeed Unsolved, Ghost Files) and Kevin Kreider (Bling Empire, The Traitors) will star in Jennifer Zhang’s Cannes-bound feature Trüebadour. Avatar Entertainment will introdu...
Coffee May Protect Against Aging, And Caffeine Isn't The Main Reason
Scientists have found a new clue.
Military spouses want government to waive up to $1 million business loan fees
"...one of the biggest barriers to entrepreneurship is access to funding."
How do Taiwanese feel about the Cheng-Xi meeting?
Lev Nachman and Wei-Ting Yen present original survey data evaluating how Taiwanese voters saw the Cheng-Xi meeting.
‘Blue Heron’ Filmmaker Sophy Romvari Signs With Fusion Entertainment (EXCLUSIVE)
Fusion Entertainment has signed Toronto-based filmmaker Sophy Romvari for management. Romvari is currently earning acclaim for her feature directorial debut, “Blue Heron,” which was released theatrica...
ORNL names Kate Evans associate lab director for biological, environmental systems science
The Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory has named Katherine (Kate) Evans as associate laboratory director for the Biological and Environmental Systems Science Directorate (BESSD). Evans will lead the directorate as it advances the science and technology needed to strengthen energy security, safeguard infrastructure and accelerate biotechnology innovation.
The science behind social media’s peptide obsession
As peptide “stacking” takes over social media feeds, we separate the science from the hype of the Internet’s latest wellness obsession
Protecting the integrity of Colorado’s legal profession
By Jason Wesoky and Loren Furman Private-equity profits should not influence legal decisions between Coloradans and their attorneys. This principle is the driving force behind House Bill 1421, a piece of bipartisan legislation designed to protect Coloradans and maintain trust in our justice system. Colorado has long prohibited non-lawyer ownership of law firms and fee-sharing […]
Restaurant owner says road construction is hurting business
Koffee Kup in Stoughton is losing business during what is usually their busiest time of the year, according to the owner.
Colorado Gov. Polis faces intense lobbying blitz from DC-based groups over credit card ‘swipe-fee’ bill
Colorado’s long‑running fight over credit‑card swipe fees entered its final round Tuesday, when lawmakers sent a proposal to Gov. Jared Polis and rival industry coalitions immediately launched competing campaigns to sway his decision. The clash pits groups urging Polis to sign the bill — restaurants, hotels, breweries, liquor stores, small businesses, and big‑box retailers — […]
New Arizona State coach Randy Bennett ‘catching my stride’ after health issue arose in March
Arizona State hired Bennett on March 23, but the 63-year-old coach started feeling ill shortly after his arrival to the Phoenix area.
Amid NIL tumult, Florida mulls regulating college sports agents
The possibilities in Florida include capping the cut agents can take from athletes, adding new registration requirements and even charging them a fee to prove they’re legitimate business representation.
From Lab to Video Feed: A Biologist Distills Science in 60 Seconds
Julia Bauman creates engaging short-form TikTok videos that make science topics accessible to a broad audience.
OpenClaw and Claude can put your AI-generated podcasts in Spotify
Your own personal AI podcast feed.
Money Happens: Tips for dealing with student loan debt when it affects your mental health
Debt can make you feel isolated, so sharing your experiences can be helpful.
Small business owners feeling overwhelmed by scam calls
A number of small business owners in Wisconsin are reporting more scam texts and calls.
Massive Orlando entertainment district takes major step forward
A massive entertainment complex in downtown Orlando is taking a big step toward reality.
Grit & Wisdom: Focus on your customers
For Paige DeAngelo, founder of Aer Cosmetics, listening to her customers has helped her build her small business brick by brick. As one of this year’s Grit & Wisdom award winners, she shares her advice with other small businesses on how they use feedback to act fast. To learn more from Paige and the rest of this year's Grit & Wisdom winners, visit ADP.com/GritAndWisdom
Science diplomacy lessons from a North Korean volcano
Mount Paektu, a mythic, active volcano on the border between North Korea and China, is almost the epitome of a scientific challenge that crosses political lines. In 946 CE, it erupted in one of the five biggest volcanic events of the past 10,000 years, kicking up huge quantities of ash and sending destructive mud flows down river channels for hundreds of kilometres. Should this happen again, the entire region, including easternmost Russia, South Korea and even Japan could be hit. “It’s definitely got the potential to be big,” said James Hammond, a professor of geophysics at Birkbeck, University of London. An eruption on the scale of 946 would have “huge regional impact.” For the past 15 years, Hammond has helped lead a groundbreaking collaboration with North Korean scientists to study the volcano, navigating scientific sanctions, tough export controls on scientific equipment and a long, pandemic-enforced exodus from the country. Although he seems more at home on far-flung research expeditions – before speaking to Science|Business, Hammond was camping out on a Greenland ice sheet – he has also advised the European Commission on its changing science diplomacy strategy. His long experience with North Korea has made Hammond sceptical of blanket bans on science collaboration, no matter the country.This is a live question in Europe, where in the wake of Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, institutional ties with Russian universities were almost entirely severed, although some scientists fear this could undermine our understanding of climate change’s impact on the Arctic. Here, Hammond tells the story of the Mount Paektu mission and the policy lessons he takes from it. Ominous rumblingsThe genesis of Hammond’s collaboration came in 2002, when Mount Paektu began to rumble ominously. Earthquake activity picked up and the volcano began to emit unusual gases. North Korean scientists took notice. “People felt we need to know more about this volcano,” said Hammond. In 2011, North Korean vulcanologists put out a request for international expertise to help them learn more. At the time, Hammond and his collaborator, Clive Oppenheimer, were working on a vulcanology project in another sanctioned country, Eritrea, and so decided to answer the call. Within a month, they had flown into Pyongyang. “It was pretty incredible,” recalls Hammond (left). “We were made to feel like honoured guests, and invited to official celebrations.” The scientific opportunity was huge. Paektu is unusually positioned, a thousand kilometres from where tectonic plates rub against each other in the Pacific. “It was an incredibly interesting volcano, but not much research had been done, at least not in the international community,” he said. “There was so much we felt we could do. And we had these partners that were super keen to engage.”The mission received an unusual visitor in the form of volcano-obsessed filmmaker Werner Herzog, who accompanied Hammond and Oppenheimer while directing his 2016 film Into the Inferno about volcanos across the world. Four days into the trip, the German director delivered a long speech about reunification to his North Korean hosts, recalls Hammond. “He got to the heart of the Koreans and how they felt, and how they thought, in a way that I'm not sure I ever will,” he said. UN sanctionsHowever, Hammond realised he’d been “naïve” about how difficult it would be to collaborate with North Korea, which was sanctioned far more heavily than Eritrea. “We didn’t fully appreciate the all-encompassing nature of restrictions,” he said. In 2016, as tensions escalated over Pyongyang’s nuclear tests, a United Nations resolution banned all joint scientific work with North Korea. However, the UN sanctions did allow countries to request carve outs, and the UK successfully requested an exemption for Hammond’s work. Related articlesEU pushes for joint science diplomacy, but care needed to avoid gridlock, experts sayRussia severs its last ties with German scienceAnchor Greenlanders in Arctic climate research, experts tell EU ahead of policy updateExport controls have also delayed Hammond’s work. In one case, it took 18 months to get approval from the UK government to take seismometers, which measure earthquakes, to North Korea. “It was frustrating,” he said. “But they didn’t just say no.” However, one instrument, called an induction coil, used to measure how the earth conducts electricity, was blocked entirely because it can in theory be used to detect submarines. Karaoke bondingSince the collaboration started in 2011, Hammond has visited the country around 15 times, although the pandemic closed off North Korea for more than five years. A trip last November was Hammond’s first since the outbreak. Despite this lengthy interlude, Hammond has deep bonds in the country. The North Korean scientists Hammond works with are somewhat isolated, as they struggle to access the latest research papers and travel to international conferences. That said, they are “excellent geophysicists” and are “very well trained in the field,” he said. Over karaoke and chats about their families, “we’ve made friendships, for sure,” he said. The authorities have to sign-off things like the placement of seismometers, for example, but Hammond said these requests have been approved. “Everything that we've asked for within a scientific context has been delivered.”Scientific backchannels? These kind of personal links between scientists across political lines are one purported benefit of science diplomacy. During the Cold War, some historians argue, scientific contact between the US and Soviet Union laid a groundwork of trust for other cooperation, such as on arms control. Hammond agrees that backchannel contacts to North Korean geophysicists are hardly likely to defuse a military crisis on the Korean peninsula, but the simple fact of the scientific collaboration makes contacts between diplomats that little bit easier. “It creates opportunities to understand each other a little bit better,” he said. “When maybe you have those more difficult discussions as diplomats, it's coming from a slightly better place.” Cutting tiesDrawing lessons from the Mount Paektu mission for today’s links with Russian science isn’t simple. The analogy is far from exact, Hammond said, “because one is essentially a Cold War, versus a pretty hot war in the case of Russia.” But Hammond’s broader argument is that the challenges we face, such as climate change, pandemics, biodiversity loss, pollution and so on, have globalised in an unprecedented way, making blanket shutdowns in collaboration with any country unwise.He’s somewhat critical of the UN scientific sanctions imposed on North Korea in 2016, even though they did allow for exceptions. “I think a blanket halt to some of these things, when we face big global challenges [. . .] that’s quite a risky thing to do,” he said.Institutional endorsement?European academics are still by and large free to work individually with Russian counterparts. However, official, institutional partnerships have largely ended. Shortly following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Russian university rectors wrote a public letter endorsing the war, meaning European universities fear official collaboration could also be seen as a kind of endorsement. Hammond acknowledges there is a risk of legitimising regimes, and state-controlled universities, through scientific cooperation. “That’s the trade off you have to make,” he said. Strategic projectsWith Russia, instead of giving a green light to restart all Arctic science, a middle ground might be firing up a few carefully selected “strategic” projects, said Hammond. After all, European countries are still collaborating with Russia on the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor, an experimental nuclear fusion plant in the south of France. However, even if Europe did try to revive Arctic science with Russia, there’s no guarantee Russian scientists would play ball. A series of high-profile arrests of physicists in Russia accused of sharing their findings with the outside world has made collaboration fraught. Even before the invasion of 2022, “the Russian regime made it increasingly difficult, and this sort of discouraged people,” Dag Rune Olsen, rector of the Arctic University of Norway, told Science|Business last year.
[8-K] Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Reports Material Event
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Rep. Morelle to meet with House subcommittee on Lake Ontario water levels
The International Joint Commission says lake levels hit 247 feet last week.
Business Owners Everywhere Can’t Escape Iran War’s Ripple Effects
From lost income to worsening inflation, small and midsize operators around the globe are feeling the pain.
🗞️ Scandal in Munich and Parisian ecstasy, Thursday's front pages
The morning breaks over two radically opposing footballing Europes. While in Paris the heroic resistance of Luis Enrique’s men is being celebrated, in Bavaria the feeling is one of absolute outrage ...
Fake rumors, real killings: Inside Congo's deadly health misinformation crisis
In Tshopo, a northeastern Congolese province blanketed in rainforest, rumours rippled through villages late last year claiming a mysterious illness had caused men's genitals to atrophy.
MONTY'S SPORTS CORNER: Running for roses is just beginning
There’s a certain buzz in the air this time of year, a feeling that something big is about to happen. For sports fans, it’s the signal the calendar is flipping
Want a Better Brain? New Science Says Coffee Has a Big Benefit You Didn't Know About
New research suggests that both regular and decaf coffee may support gut health, mood, and cognition through changes in the gut microbiome.
Lankas turns multi-disciplinary drive at Nebraska Into Hudl career
“I’ve always been super passionate about dance, sports, academics, entrepreneurship and keeping my social life interesting. When searching for colleges, it can sometimes feel like you’re having to settle for less in one area to get more in another. However, as an overly ambitious person, those weren’t really tradeoffs I wanted to make, and I’ve been able to do so much at such a high level all at Nebraska.” — Lena Lankas, May 2026 graduate
ASU's Randy Bennett 'feeling great,' ready for Big 12 challenge
Arizona State head basketball coach Randy Bennett's early stages in his new role weren't what he drew up.
Gas prices spike: Medical transport business feels added cost
Prices have risen 10 cents since yesterday and more than 30 cents over the past week. Compared to this time last year, gas prices are up by more than a dollar per gallon.
Portland leaders review report on vacancy fees as property owners push back
Portland city leaders are reviewing a report on what implementing a so-called vacancy fee could look in Portland, as property owners cite the effort as a waste
Portland leaders review report on vacancy fees as property owners push back
Portland city leaders are reviewing a report on what implementing a so-called vacancy fee could look in Portland, as property owners cite the effort as a waste
Sun Life quarterly profit jumps on Asia business strength
Sun Life reported a jump in first-quarter profit on Wednesday, as the Canadian insurer benefited from strong gains in its Asia business.
Cowboys 'feel really good' about Micah Parsons trade, but re-signing him still would have been the better move
The Cowboys traded Micah Parsons instead of extending him. Here's a full breakdown of the move, what Dallas gained and whether their rebuilt defense can succeed in 2026.
Trump, 79, Debuts Swollen Hands as Health Concerns Mount
Both of the president’s hands were caked in two different shades of concealer—neither one was the right match for his skin tone.
Miller-Meeks: Celebrating Iowa Small Businesses
In a newly released op-ed, Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks is highlighting recent wins for Iowa small businesses that support their growth and success.
Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs Relaunches State Retirement Program for Small Businesses with Lower Fees and New Name
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today announced lower fees and technology improvements for employers and savers of the Illinois Secure Choice Savings Program, which will take effect in June 2026.
Less nostalgia, more pain: scientists study 1763 Eurovision songs
Feedback discovers that the prevailing themes of Eurovision songs may come and go, but the urge to win stays the same.
UC Irvine's Paul Merage School of Business reduces MBA tuition
Decrease in fees expands access for working professionals
AI May be Driving a Renaissance of That “Gut Feeling” in Business
As AI takes on mundane work tasks, and AI slop floods leaders’ input signals, people may be trying more human approaches.
Small business relief has come, but more is needed, Sen. Marshall says
Kansas Sen. Roger Marshall calls attention to tax breaks and reduced regulation; advocates for competition on credit card swipe fees.
Gossip: Napoli set to make Hojlund deal permanent
Napoli say they will sign on-loan Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund on a permanent deal. The Serie A side are close to securing a Champions League spot, which would trigger a £38m fee for the forward. Mirror) Major League Soccer sides LA Galaxy and Inter Miami are leading the race to sign Casemiro, when his Old Trafford contract expires, despite interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia and Turkey.
Match Group's CEO explains why dating apps intimidate Gen Z
Spencer Rascoff said traditional dating apps are "highly structured," and Gen Z don't want dating to "feel like a job interview."
Short vacations made her feel worse; monthlong working holidays helped
Maria Laposata discovered that two-week vacations were not for her. Before she would even get home, she'd start dreading opening her work laptop.
Marina business owner arrested in alleged sexual assault during spiritual cleansing
Marina police said a business owner was arrested in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a woman who went to the business for a spiritual cleansing.
Assembly Studios building bandshell designed for world-class live entertainment
Designed for community access and world-class live experiences, a bandshell will host live music, film screenings, cultural events and community gatherings.
Braga cannot believe 'crazy feeling' after Rangers win
Claudio Braga cannot believe the "crazy" position Hearts have put themselves in after Monday's magnificent fightback win against Rangers put them one step closer to a stunning title triumph. Derek McInnes' side are three points clear of Celtic and seven clear of Rangers with three matches to play, starting with a trip to Motherwell on Saturday. "It's hard, I'm not going to lie, but we try to be as professional as we can," Braga said, when asked about containing excitement levels.
Science communication as feedback loop explored at annual ethics symposium
The annual Ethics and Compliance Symposium brought renowned vaccinologist Peter Hotez, senior fellow in disease and humanity at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy, to share his research and discuss the ethics of academic public engagement.
Americans Say They're Feeling Prosperous, Defying Economic, Market, and Political Pessimism - According to Northwestern Mutual's Inaugural Personal Prosperity Index
Northwestern Mutual launches the Personal Prosperity Index: First-ever score is 68 out of 100, with Americans feeling good about the health of their mind, body, relationships, and money – and...
Denver Broncos roster review: Kicker Wil Lutz
We’re, uh, kicking off our annual Denver Broncos roster reviews with none other than placekicker Wil Lutz. We will run through the 90+ man roster from today on through the end of July, so we should be wrapping things up right after training camp starts. It’s a good way to get a feel for new […]
Methane-infused cow burps meet climate science
A synthetic compound added to cattle feed is shown to reduce methane emissions.
GUEST OPINION: What if politics practiced the spirit of aloha?
In today’s political climate, public discourse often feels more like combat than conversation. Citizens are divided, leaders trade insults instead of ideas, and the tone of our national, state and local dialogue grows increasingly harsh. It seems to me that many Americans are unconcerned with the vitriolic and polarizing behavior of our government leaders and […]
Exclusive: VA conducted internal investigations into employees who attended vigil for Alex Pretti
Becky Halioua, who was investigated after attending a vigil for Pretti shortly after his death, feels the VA probe is a “scare tactic” and an attempt to silence those “with the loudest voices.”
North Dakota small business owners lament rising healthcare costs, credit card swipe fees
Small business owners expressed concerns about rising healthcare costs and credit card transaction fees during a roundtable discussion Monday with North Dakota Rep. Julie Fedorchak and Sen. John Hoeven.