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Aerospace engineer who worked on Artemis II thanks middle school science teachers
A little more than a decade ago, Nate Eller was an standout student at Twin Hills Middle School in Sebastopol. Today, he’s an aerospace engineer at NASA who played a role in the Artemis II mission.
College football's most experienced players in 2026: Penn State's Rocco Becht leads among QBs
As eligibility stretches careers, snap counts provide a clearer look at which players have truly logged the most time on the field
Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme, Tested: Big 18-Core Energy for Laptops, Incoming!
Debuting in Asus’ exciting 16-inch Zenbook A16, Qualcomm's 2026 flagship processor looks like a benchmark bombshell ready to shake up the laptop CPU field. We have the receipts.
Who's in 2026 NHL playoffs? Latest bracket, standings, clinching scenarios
The NHL playoff field could grow from nine to 14 during the league's 15-game schedule Saturday. Here's a look at the latest playoff bracket:
Knox County Board of Education District 9 primary election voter's guide
Three candidates are vying to represent District 9: Brandy Jenkins, Kristi Kristy and William Sofield.
Barcelona face major setback in race for teenage midfield sensation
According to SPORT, Barcelona are closely monitoring Kennet Eichhorn, a highly-rated 16-year-old currently developing at Hertha Berlin. The youngster has emerged as one of the most promising midfield...
Gavin Sheets Interview: Hectic Left Field Night Discussed
Gavin Sheets has been named the team's starting first baseman. san-diego-padres | 103.7 KSON
Game 13 Game Day Thread – Texas Rangers @ Los Angeles Dodgers
Venturing to the storied UNIQLO Field in LA
"Girls in Science Day" provides Thomas College students with hands-on experience in the field of science.
Ontario’s big play: Building a sports empire in the Inland Empire
The Inland Empire city is experiencing rapid changes — the latest addition being a mega sports complex. Here's what residents and visitors can expect.
URI’s Biomechanics Day event exposes younger students to high-tech science, promotes STEM fields
KINGSTON, R.I. — April 10, 2026 — High school and middle school students from around the state got a hands-on experience with the high-tech equipment used by the University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences during URI’s annual celebration of National Biomechanics Day in Mackal Field House on April 8. More than 500 students […]
Broncos owners buy 40 percent stake in Rockies, providing financial boost to MLB team
Penner Sports Group will be the largest minority partner in the Rockies organization.
‘He crushed it.’ Rummel senior’s home run against Jesuit creates 3-way tie for district lead.
Joel Morange didn’t have much reason to think his fly ball to left field would leave the park.
Neuroscientist To Lead Engineering-Driven Brain Health Research
Dr. Matthew Walker joined UT Dallas in January to build the future of sleep science. His research spans fundamental neuroscience and the development of innovative engineering tools to improve the quality of life. Dr. Matthew Walker is helping to transform sleep research from an observational field into one in which engineered solutions can measure and […]
Neuroscientist To Lead Engineering-Driven Brain Health Research
Dr. Matthew Walker joined UT Dallas in January to build the future of sleep science. His research spans fundamental neuroscience and the development of innovative engineering tools to improve the quality of life. Dr. Matthew Walker is helping to transform sleep research from an observational field into one in which engineered solutions can measure and […]
Boston 25 News
Spring sports season is here, and for millions of kids, that means teammates, competition, and time on the field, and the benefits can last a lifetime.
This superconductivity dies then comes back to life
A strange new kind of superconductivity has been uncovered in uranium ditelluride (UTe2), where electricity flows with zero resistance—but only under extremely strong magnetic fields that should normally destroy it. Even more surprising, the superconductivity disappears at first and then dramatically reappears at even higher fields, earning it the nickname the “Lazarus phase.”
Mainz midfielder ruled out for multiple weeks
1. FSV Mainz 05 will have to manage without Jae-sung Lee in the coming weeks.After the midfielder missed Thursday’s 2–0 win over Racing Strasbourg in the Conference League, sporting director Niko ...
Pittsfield Health Shuts Down North Street Eatery for 'Pests'
Closed sign on Iztac's front door. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Iztac Mexican Restaurant is currently shut down by the Health Department. A hearing at the Board of...
New Business Licenses: 4.10.26
Over 100 licenses this week from Chesterfield and Henrico including towing, edibles, restaurants and more. (BizSense Pro required)
Green Bay area high school sports results for Thursday, April 9
High school baseball, softball, soccer, and track and field teams were in action.
Drip Bros founders giving back to the community through growing business
At a Little League game in San Luis Obispo, two young entrepreneurs are stepping up to the plate, both on the field and in the business world.
Fact-checking Trump and Hegseth's claims of U.S. 'victory' in the Iran war
Based on available information, the U.S. and its military partner, Israel, achieved significant battlefield wins, experts said. However, they said that calling it a "total victory" overlooks significant strategic setbacks for the U.S.
SANE-SART’s Keiran Swift named to North Bay Business Journal’s Forty Under 40 of 2026
The advocate for families and human trafficking victims “balances empathy with professionalism, demonstrating resilience in a high-stress field while maintaining a solution-oriented mindset.”
New sports business major taps into Portland sports culture
For those dreaming of careers in fields like sports marketing or working with the Portland Trail Blazers, Adidas or Nike, declaring the new sports business major can unlock opportunity, according to Michael DeVaughn, dean of the School of Business. Beginning in spring 2026, the Bachelor of Business Administration in Sports Business will be available for underclassmen to declare at UP.
New sports business major taps into Portland sports culture
For those dreaming of careers in fields like sports marketing or working with the Portland Trail Blazers, Adidas or Nike, declaring the new sports business major can unlock opportunity, according to Michael DeVaughn, dean of the School of Business. Beginning in spring 2026, the Bachelor of Business Administration in Sports Business will be available for underclassmen to declare at UP.
A record-breaking field: What to expect from Peru’s presidential election?
Crime and corruption are top issues for voters as the country struggles to cope with persistent political instability.
Rare, violent rift discovered in Ngogo chimpanzee group from 'Chimp Empire'
The largest group of wild chimpanzees known to scientists has permanently split in two — something that is extremely rare.Scientists with Arizona State University and The University of Texas at Austin are the first to clearly document the permanent divide and the intergroup violence that followed. The study draws on three decades of field observations of the Ngogo chimpanzees of Kibale National Park, Uganda, a population featured in the Netflix documentary series "Chimp Empire."
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Masters 2026 10,000 times and revealed golf picks for Augusta National
Bartholomew’s heroics save Cyclones in rivalry game
IOWA CITY — While the rain appeared heavy at times on the Big Ten Network stream it was a case of “when it rains, it pours” as Iowa State (23-15, 4-8 Big 12) and Iowa (21-17, 5-10 Big Ten) combined for five home runs, punctuated by Reagan Bartholomew’s game-winning two-run homer to deep center field […]
Village Caregiving Lewisburg recognized as “New Business of the Year” for 2025
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – Village Caregiving Lewisburg was awarded “New Business of the Year” by the Greater Greenbrier Chamber of Commerce for 2025. Village Caregiving serves all 55 counties in West Vir...
Rays announce country singers for summer concert series at Trop
The Tampa Bay Rays have announced three country music performers as part of the Rays Concert Series at Tropicana Field.
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Masters 2026 10,000 times and revealed golf picks for Augusta National
How Sisters in Public Health is changing who gets to lead
Angela Frazier had a vision. As a master’s student in public health, she looked around at the women in her program and saw something that troubled her. Talented, committed women were navigating a demanding field largely on their own, without mentors who looked like them, without spaces to process the weight of the work, and … Continue reading How Sisters in Public Health is changing who gets to lead
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue to feature WNBA stars Napheesa Collier, Sophie Cunningham
The 2026 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue will feature WNBA stars Napheesa Collier, Sophie Cunningham, and USA Track and Field sprinter Melissa Jefferson-Wooden.
Dunlap fields questions from voters during Bangor town hall
In a wide-ranging town hall conversation in Bangor Tuesday night, Democratic 2nd Congressional District Candidate Matt Dunlap said he will not be accepting money from Political Action Committees and will prioritize issues that matter to Mainers.
County supervisors fielding complaints about controversial Winneshiek County Fair entertainment
The Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors is receiving complaints from the public regarding a musical group scheduled to perform at this year’s Winneshiek County Fair. The fair announced late last month the southern country-rock band Confederate Railroad would be part of this year’s musical lineup, along with Kayley Green and headliner Travis Denning. Online responses
Masters 2026 odds, picks, predictions, favorites: Expert fading Rory McIlroy at Augusta National
SportsLine golf expert David Bearman just locked in his predictions for the 2026 Masters at Augusta National Golf Club with Tiger Woods (personal) not in the field
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Masters 2026 10,000 times and revealed golf picks for Augusta National
Hatfield's marine science day Saturday kicks off series of family, youth education programs
Hatfield's marine science day Saturday kicks off series of family, youth education programs
Iowa State wrestler-turned-football player who didn't know tackle from guard
Gabe Greenlee devoted his life to wrestling. When he'd had enough, he moved over to football. Now he's got a chance to see the field.
Lieutenant Gov. Kim Driscoll boosts economy at Springfield business roundtable
A small business roundtable convened Tuesday in Springfield, bringing together local business owners and state leaders to discuss the challenges facing the region’s economy.
Way too early 2027 Women’s NCAA Tournament bracketology: USC leads field
A returning JuJu Watkins and a loaded roster put USC atop USA TODAY Sports’ early 2027 NCAA Tournament projections.
Liverpool receive sensational Yan Diomande transfer boost
Barcelona drop out of Diomande raceA report from Spain via Sport Witness now suggests that Liverpool will have one less rival bid to worry about this summer. Barcelona did their due diligence on Dioma...
🤔 Last season plagued by injuries: VfB star's future still unclear
His contract with VfB Stuttgart only runs until the summer. For many, it was surprising anyway that midfielder Nikolas Nartey had been given another contract by the Swabians last year. Above all, num...
High school sports results for Tuesday, April 7, 2026
TUESDAY’S RESULTS Baseball WPIAL CLASS 6A Section 1 Central Catholic 14, North Hills 0 (5) Section 2 Hempfield 5, Mt. Lebanon 2 WPIAL CLASS 5A Section...
Hickman infielder Kai Stubbs (10) waits to field ball
Hickman infielder Kai Stubbs (10) waits to field ball in a game against Camdenton on Tuesday at Hickman High School in Columbia. The Kewpies will play the Lakers again at
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Masters 2026 10,000 times and revealed golf picks for Augusta National
Viewpoint: FP10 should remain open, excellent and secure
Europe is right to worry about research security. Foreign interference is real. So is the misuse of sensitive knowledge. Universities working in sensitive areas such as AI, quantum, semiconductors and advanced materials cannot afford to ignore the geopolitical environment around them.But Europe is in danger of drawing the wrong conclusion, one that would increase, not reduce, its strategic vulnerabilities.If the EU applies an “EU preference” logic to the next Framework Programme for research and innovation (FP10), it will weaken one of its greatest strategic assets: a research system built on openness, excellence and international collaboration. In the name of security, Europe could end up advancing science more slowly, innovating less effectively and making itself less attractive to global talent and partners in advanced science and technology.That would be a serious mistake.The EU preference included in Article 10 of the proposed European Competitiveness Fund may make sense in some industrial or deployment contexts, but is far harder to justify when applied to collaborative research in advanced science and technology, where excellence and global connectivity are crucial. Research is not procurement. It does not thrive when isolated. It advances through access to the best ideas, the best people, the best facilities and the best data, wherever they are found. This is why FP10 should not simply absorb industrial policy logic by default. Doing so would risk importing instruments that are ill-suited to research and that ultimately increase vulnerability rather than resilience.For universities of science and technology, the issue is especially acute. These institutions sit at the frontier of knowledge and technology creation in the very fields Europe sees as critical for its future competitiveness and resilience. They know better than most that security risks are real. But they also know that openness and security are not opposites. In practice, they have to be made to work together. Research security is not about closing doors. It is about building resilience through collective responsibility, trust, proportionate safeguards and better governance. That is a fundamentally different approach from default restriction.The risks of non-collaborationThe real danger in the current debate is that Europe talks too much about the risks of collaboration and not enough about the risks of non-collaboration. Those risks are strategic too. Cut researchers off from international networks and Europe loses access to knowledge, data, infrastructures and talent. Slow down global collaboration in critical technologies and Europe slows down its own progress on cutting-edge science. Make participation rules unpredictable and Europe weakens its attractiveness to researchers and investors alike.In other words, over-restricting collaboration will create strategic vulnerabilities, particularly in advanced science and technologies.This point is often underestimated in policy discussions that frame openness mainly as a value to be defended. Europe’s scientific strength, technological development and long-term competitiveness depend on remaining connected to the best research ecosystems in the world. For a continent that wants to accelerate deep tech, strengthen industrial capacity and reduce strategic dependencies, weakening the excellence base would be self-defeating. That does not mean ignoring risk. Quite the opposite. Universities are already strengthening due diligence, internal governance, awareness-raising, screening procedures and compliance support. Across Europe, institutions are working to manage risks linked to foreign interference, sanctions, export controls and the misuse of research. The right response is not complacency. It is better risk management. But that means targeted, evidence-based and proportionate measures, not blunt top-down restrictions with wide spillover effects. In the daily reality of universities, openness and restriction often coexist. The real challenge is how to apply safeguards without sliding into securitisation that damages academic freedom, open science and international cooperation. Restrict partners, not nationsMore restrictive treatment of collaborators from European Economic Area members Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, or from Switzerland and the UK, is strategically very difficult to justify. These are deeply embedded partners in Europe’s research and innovation ecosystem. Beyond that, Europe should still resist default exclusion and instead rely on case-by-case assessment. The relevant question is not nationality in the abstract. It is the actual risk profile of a collaboration: the institution, the affiliations, the field, the knowledge involved, the intended use and the safeguards available. Screening should focus on institutions and affiliations rather than nationality alone. Related articlesParliament ‘misreads’ link between Horizon Europe and ECF, Commission official saysFrustration grows at governance gap in next Horizon EuropeIf EU preference logic is imported into research without careful calibration, the likely result is a chilling effect. Researchers may step back from legitimate and beneficial collaboration, even where risks are manageable. International partners may see Europe as less predictable. And Europe may end up undermining the very excellence base it needs to compete, scale up and lead in strategic technologies, thereby increasing its dependence on others.FP10 should do the opposite. It should remain open by default, with restrictions used only exceptionally, and then on the basis of clear evidence. It should integrate research security into open science and research integrity frameworks, not set them against each other. And it should recognise that academic freedom, scientific excellence and responsible international collaboration are not obstacles to Europe’s security, they are part of it. Europe needs stronger tools to protect itself. But it also needs the discipline to avoid measures that would weaken it and increase its strategic vulnerabilities in the process. In FP10, that means staying open, excellent and secure.Louise Drogoul is senior advisor for innovation and sustainability at the Cesaer university association.
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Masters 2026 10,000 times and revealed golf picks for Augusta National
Mike Trout Returns to Angels Lineup After Injury Scare
The Los Angeles Angels returned outfielder Mike Trout to the lineup for Tuesday's game after he missed the first game of the series.
Cattle futures lower ahead of direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were lower waiting on the week’s direct business to develop. June live cattle closed $1.22 lower at $245.80 and August live cattle closed $.50 lower at $242.37. May feeder cattle closed $3.72 lower at $366.62 and August feeder cattle closed $3.77 lower at $366.05. Direct cash […]
Masters 2026 odds, picks, predictions, favorites: Expert fading Rory McIlroy at Augusta National
SportsLine golf expert David Bearman just locked in his predictions for the 2026 Masters at Augusta National Golf Club with Tiger Woods (personal) not in the field
Starfield Update 1.16.236 Patch Notes Detail the 'Biggest Update Yet'
Bethesda has published Starfield update 1.16.236 patch notes as it attempts to pull players back in with the Free Lanes update, Terran Armada DLC, and a PS5 version.
Marine Science Day returns to Hatfield
Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center will host its annual Marine Science Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 11, in Newport.
S.F. Supervisor Jackie Fielder extends leave of absence to June 30
Fielder had already missed two weeks’ worth of board and committee meetings before news broke on March 27 that she was in the hospital amid an “acute personal health crisis.”
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Masters 2026 10,000 times and revealed golf picks for Augusta National
The First Reviews Are Going Live For Starfield's Terran Armada Expansion
Is it worth grabbing the new DLC?
See the top high school sports performances from March 29 to April 4
See the top baseball, softball, boys volleyball and track and field performances from March 29 to April 4.
2026 Masters field: Ranking the invited players from 1-91 at Augusta National
Why are neither Scottie Scheffler nor Rory McIlroy sitting at No. 1? Is this the year for Justin Rose or Tommy Fleetwood? Will Jordan Spieth have a resurgence?
UT Health San Antonio researchers report breakthrough findings significantly reducing symptoms for combat PTSD victims - UT Health San Antonio
Adding navigated TMS to psychotherapy can ‘greatly improve’ quality of life Contact: Steven Lee, (210) 450-3823, lees22@uthscsa.edu SAN ANTONIO, April 7, 2026 – An advanced version of a procedure using magnetic fields to stimulate brain nerve cells in treating depression was significantly effective for 85% of active military and veterans suffering from combat post-traumatic stress […]
Orioles-Cardinals Trade Brings Relief To An Injured O's Bullpen
The Baltimore Orioles added bullpen depth on Tuesday by acquiring left-hander Nick Raquet from the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for infielder/outfielder Brayden Smith. According to the Orioles X account, Raquet has not yet reported to the team; Raquet was designated for assignment by the Cardinals on Sunday. On Monday, the Orioles placed left-hander Dietrich Enns on the 15-day injured list with a left foot infection and called up right-hander Brandon Young to start Monday against the Chicago White Sox.
Masters 2026 odds, picks, predictions, favorites: Expert fading Rory McIlroy at Augusta National
SportsLine golf expert David Bearman just locked in his predictions for the 2026 Masters at Augusta National Golf Club with Tiger Woods (personal) not in the field
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Masters 2026 10,000 times and revealed golf picks for Augusta National
UNE and Maine Public Health Association announce innovative workforce training partnership
Starting in spring 2026, students across multiple programs, including public health, nutrition, marine science, climate change leadership, medicine, and business, will work together with MPHA to solve real-world problems, learn how to advocate for change, and connect with mentors already working in the field. With UNE's Institute of Public and Planetary Health now MPHA’s largest academic member, the partnership will leverage UNE’s new Institute of Public and Planetary Health to provide critical transdisciplinary public health workforce training for UNE students.
🚨 Aaron Ramsey announces his retirement!
A standout name in the Premier League.Aaron Ramsey announced his retirement this Tuesday at noon!The Welsh midfielder is hanging up his boots at 35, six months after the end of his final spell, in Mex...
2025-26 Milwaukee High School Sports Awards: see all winter nominees
The Milwaukee High School Sports Awards are back on June 15 at Brookfield Conference Center. Here are all the winter player of the year nominees.
Springfield's March business recap: Openings, closings, and more
Aside from openings and closings in March, it was a busy month for business and restaurant news. Here's a recap of anything you may have missed.
Well, they did it.
The Big Ten now holds the national championships in men’s and women’s basketball, as well as football and probably all of hockey, too. In a whistle-marred game, Michigan shot 21/55 from the field and 2/15 from deep, but did just enough as UConn hit just 9 of their 33 threes, part of a putrid 31% […]
Melissa Gilbert says her, Timothy Busfield are ‘grieving’
Melissa Gilbert has spoken out about the allegations of sexual assault of a minor.against her husband Timothy Busfield.
Guardians add 24-year old infielder, signaling injury concern
Cleveland might need a replacement.
Club sports athletes report minimal damage after Morning on the Green festival
Women's Ultimate Frisbee and Rugby Team Captains share their thoughts on the impact of the Morning on The Green Festival on the Lower Sports Complex fields.
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Masters 2026 10,000 times and revealed golf picks for Augusta National
STAT 4000 introduces students across Auburn to data science foundations
STAT 4000: Introduction to Data Science gives students across Auburn a hands-on foundation in data analysis, AI literacy and statistical reasoning. Taught by instructors in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, the course equips students to work confidently and critically with data in a wide range of fields.
Local businesses face demolition as NCDOT continues Carolina Beach Road widening
The most recent business to announce they’re being affected is the Greenfield Lake Yacht Club.
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Masters 2026 10,000 times and revealed golf picks for Augusta National
Nebraska’s Berlyn Schutz breaks school record at Stanford invitational
On Friday, April 3 and Saturday, April 4, seven Nebraska Track and Field athletes traveled to Palo Alto, California, for the Stanford Invitational. The Huskers joined 304 other teams for the event.
With the Easter Bunny at his side, Trump won’t stop talking about Iran
The White House Easter Egg Roll has evolved with the times, weathering wars and pandemics. And on Monday, it became the site of multiple presidential gaggles as President Donald Trump fielded questions about the war with Iran.
Jane Castor cheers Rays return to Tropicana Field while negotiations for Tampa relocation loom
Castor made clear this week that the city remains interested in a new ballpark so long as taxpayers do not strike out on the deal.
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Masters 2026 10,000 times and revealed golf picks for Augusta National
Melissa Gilbert says child abuse allegations ruined her life with Timothy Busfield: 'He's canceled'
Melissa Gilbert defended husband Timothy Busfield against child abuse allegations in her first TV interview on 'Good Morning America,' saying the 'traumatic' experience ruined their future: 'It's done. He's canceled.'
‘GMA’: Melissa Gilbert Fiercely Defends Timothy Busfield Through Tears
Busfield awaits trial on charges of sexual abuse against minors.
‘GMA’: Melissa Gilbert Fiercely Defends Timothy Busfield Through Tears
Busfield awaits trial on charges of sexual abuse against minors.
‘GMA’: Melissa Gilbert Fiercely Defends Timothy Busfield Through Tears
Busfield awaits trial on charges of sexual abuse against minors.
Female DJ from Omaha breaks down barriers in entertainment space once reserved for men
An Omaha native has followed her adventurous spirit to become a pioneering, enterprising DJ and hype girl in Miami and beyond. Branding herself DJ ReRe, this vivacious, visionary millennial thrives in a male-dominated field through her for-profit ReMixed Events that supply DJ and concierge services for elite weddings, corporate events, parties, fashion shows, cruises and […]
CAA Baseball Weekly Awards
Towson senior catcher Brian Heckelman and Charleston sophomore first baseman Alex LaCoste shared CAA baseball Player of the Week honors, while Northeastern senior Ryan Griffin was chosen as the CAA Pitcher of the Week. Stony Brook freshman outfielder Nicholas Dromboski was selected as the CAA Rookie of the Week.
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Masters 2026 10,000 times and revealed golf picks for Augusta National
Starfield's Huge Update Arrives On Xbox This Week, And Here Are The Release Times
For both the Free Lanes and Terran Armada content
Real Madrid open to Eduardo Camavinga sale
Real Madrid are open to selling French midfielder Eduardo Camavinga (23), according to a report from L’Équipe. Camavinga’s place in the France squad is being called into question ahead of the W...
Pellegrini: “We must get back on track ASAP.”
At San Siro, Roma swept Inter 5-2, complicating their race for fourth place. Mancini and Pellegrini scored the goals that softened the Giallorossi’s defeat. After the match, the midfielder spoke to ...
Key milestone hit in ending Broomfield measles outbreak, health department says
On plant health and embracing new plant-breeding techniques in South Africa
The major challenge currently confronting South Africa’s agriculture is the spread of foot-and-mouth disease. For many farmers across the country, the most urgent tasks are both securing sufficient vaccines and rolling them out quickly in the coming months, particularly as the beef and dairy industries continue to suffer big losses. There is also pressure on sheep, goats, and other livestock to prevent the disease from spreading. As efforts to get the country through this monumental challenge continue, I believe it is important to sharpen our focus on the broader task at hand: strengthening biosecurity. This covers both animal and plant health. In recent years, we haven’t focused much on plant health, except a few times, such as when we had a goss’s wilt scare in the maize industry, a few cases of citrus black spot, or cases of sclerotinia in sunflower seeds. But the fact that South Africa managed to control the outbreaks of these particular diseases when they occurred a few years ago was due to organized agricultural and government scientific capabilities, and, most importantly, the availability of crop protection or agrochemicals necessary to address some of them. Therefore, as the animal health division in the Department of Agriculture focuses on the pressing challenge of the day, the foot-and-mouth disease, there is an opportunity for the plant health division to assess if they have all the requirements to tackle any outbreak that may occur on fruits, vegetables or crops in future. The challenge with crop diseases is that they can spread quickly and cause much more rapid damage in the field than we typically see with livestock. Therefore, speed is everything in ensuring the appropriate controls are available. I raise this as an important area, particularly given the drastic climate variation we observe across the country. The production conditions in some areas have changed noticeably over time, which may introduce new risks. The other essential part is ensuring that South Africa has access to the best crop protection technology available in the market. Many technology developers worldwide have operations in South Africa. Therefore, the Department of Agriculture, along with the Agricultural Research Council, must continuously interact with technology developers to assess the various crop protection technologies they are releasing globally and determine their suitability and need in South Africa. This will require a proactive approach from the government, unlike the current approach, in which technology developers typically approach regulators with new technologies. The government, recognising the food security risks, must take a proactive approach to ensure that South African farmers have access to the latest crop protection technologies, thereby safeguarding the country’s food security. Beyond crop protection, we must never forget that South Africa’s agriculture is key to ensuring that the country is the most food-secure country at the national level in sub-Saharan Africa. South Africa is also the only African country in the top-40 global agricultural exporters, having more than doubled since 1994 on the back of the adoption of high-yielding seed cultivars. South Africa has been the only African country to adopt a bold approach to embracing science and adopting genetically engineered seeds for grains and oilseeds in the early 2000s. Since then, we have seen crop yields improve noticeably, contributing to the gains we mentioned above. But ensuring that South Africa improves further is not a given. The key lies in South African regulators’ attitudes towards new technologies. We have to maintain a progressive approach and not give in to the politics of non-food and non-scientific voices that shout on the sidelines. Food security is national security, and the government must ensure we progress, leaning on science. Therefore, the registration of high-yielding new genomic techniques is required. South Africa cannot afford to fall behind the EU, the USA, South America, and many of its competitors in global agriculture. The Department of Agriculture’s crop science division must adopt a progress-and-science-embracing approach for the good of the country. Thanks for reading AgriView! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Subscribe Share
A Look At Brookfield Business Partners (TSX:BBUC) Valuation After Its Recent 3.6% One Day Move
What Brookfield Business Partners’ Numbers Tell You Right Now Brookfield Business Partners (TSX:BBUC) is getting attention after a recent move in its units, with a 1 day return of 3.6% and a last close of CA$48.00 catching many investors’ eye. The partnership runs a private equity model through business services, infrastructure services, construction, energy, and industrials. It reported CA$27,457.0 million in revenue and a net loss of $26.0 million in its latest figures. For investors...
Heartwarming scenes: youngster gets hero’s welcome after debut
The professional debut of 19-year-old Ibai Aguirre for Real Sociedad would probably have gone unnoticed in the news... If it weren’t for his friends.The 19-year-old midfielder played only the final ...
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions by golf model that's called 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Masters 2026 10,000 times and revealed golf picks for Augusta National
Surprising links between autism, Alzheimer’s could change how we treat both
The idea that two conditions at opposite ends of life might be biologically linked is beginning to upend long-standing assumptions in brain science, blurring a divide that has shaped the field.
Surprising links between autism, Alzheimer’s could change how we treat both
The idea that two conditions at opposite ends of life might be biologically linked is beginning to upend long-standing assumptions in brain science, blurring a divide that has shaped the field.
No experience needed? Novices, newcomers dominate field in SC’s open coastal seat in US Congress.
SC’s 1st Congressional District race is packed with outsiders — just five candidates have ever held elected office. Mark Sanford’s surprise entry is reshaping an already crowded primary and making the path tougher for lesser-known hopefuls.
Manuel's El Burrito in Clearfield marks 50 years in business; operators hope for 50 more
Manuel's El Burrito in Clearfield held a small celebration on Tuesday to mark 50 years in business, making it among Utah's longest-lasting Mexican restaurants.
WOMEN'S TRACK AND FIELD CAPS PACESETTER SPORTS INVITATIONAL
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. - The IU Indianapolis women's track and field squad closed out the two-day Pacesetter Sports Invitational, hosted by Indiana State on Saturday (Apr. 4). Freshman Sarah Madi-Bouabre earned a runner-up finish in the long jump while Paige Schulte finished fifth in the 200m event and sixth in the 400m.