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Wisconsin lawmakers take a shot at joining the ranks of states allowing online sports betting
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — As sports fans wager billions of dollars on the NCAA basketball tournaments, Wisconsin lawmakers are taking a shot at an expanded sports betting plan that could bank big bucks for…
Watch: Episode 4 of Patriots’ ‘Forged in Foxborough’ documentary
The Patriots released a 90-minute episode to recap their 2025 season.
Wisconsin Senate passes online sports betting bill
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsinites are one step closer to being able to place sports wagers online.
Colorado voters will decide whether to ban trans kids from gendered sports, outlaw gender-affirming surgery for children
Voters will also be asked whether to make child sex trafficking punishable by life in prison without the possibility of parole
Legislation legalizing online sports betting passes Wisconsin Senate
Online sports betting could soon be legal in Wisconsin under a bipartisan bill on its way to Gov. Tony Evers' desk.
The race for a safe Democratic House seat offers clues about the party’s future
It’s Primary Day in Illinois, where 15 Democrats, spanning three generations, are vying to succeed longtime Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky in the state's 9th Congressional District. We discuss what the race tells us about the future of the Democratic Party.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political reporter Elena Moore, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Machine learning analysis of CT scans
An AI-powered tool can interpret 3D images from CT scans and diagnose certain disorders.
President of Summa Health Medical Group pleads guilty in revenge porn case, avoids prison
The President of Summa Health Medical Group pleaded guilty to one count of nonconsensual dissemination of private sexual images in connection with a revenge porn investigation.
After serving prison time, Andrea James became a leading criminal justice advocate. Now she's running for governor.
"It's time we start using the tremendous wealth in this state to invest in people's needs."
Business listings: See 42 new businesses in Central NY (Mar. 17, 2026)
See a list of filings in Onondaga, Madison and Cayuga counties.
How a Madison maestro composed his life, career in American music
John DeMain will soon retire from the Madison Symphony Orchestra and Madison Opera. In a Cap Times interview, he talks about his career and his published memoirs.
Mark Travis Joins the IBG Business Leadership Team
Today, IBG Business, an award-winning M&A advisory firm, announces that Mark Travis has joined the firm's leadership team as its newest Principal and Managing Partner. Mr. Travis is the founder of Skylight Intermediaries, a Certified Merger & Acquisition (M&A) Advisor, and manages IBG's New York office.
Good vibes only? The science behind optimism and manifestation
Psychologist Deepika Chopra says that optimism isn’t about being positive all the time. It’s about staying open, curious and resilient. In her new book, The Power of Real Optimism, she explains the science behind optimism and evidence-based manifestation, and how affirmations done the right way can lead to success. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.orgSupport the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekit
Judge blocks US government from cutting vaccine recommendations for children
The judge said Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. likely violated federal procedures in revamping a key vaccine advisory committee.
When Indigenous Knowledge and Climate Science Meet, Good Things Happen
Tribal leaders and climate coordinators are working together to protect lands and waterways
Federal judge extends order blocking Trump admin's cuts to Illinois public health funding
The loss in grant funding would have wiped out some HIV tracking programs, family planning initiatives and lead poisoning prevention.
Cannabis is not an effective treatment for common mental health conditions, says review
International researchers find ‘very little evidence’ medical form of the drug can treat anxiety, anorexia and other disorders
Judge blocks RFK Jr. from scaling back childhood vaccine recommendations
A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked federal health officials from cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every child, and said U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. likely violated federal procedures in revamping a key vaccine advisory committee.
Alabama High School Sports Hall of Famer returning as Maplesville’s head football coach
Including his three seasons at Jemison from 2001-2003, the coach has a 241-59 overall record and 47-20 postseason mark across 24 seasons as a head coach.
Nvidia Wants to Slop-ify Your PC Games With Its New AI Upscaler
You'll love DLSS 5 if you can't get enough of ugly, uncanny, and overly textured AI slop.
Federal judge puts RFK Jr.’s new vaccine schedule, advisers on ice
While the judge stayed the Health Secretary's appointments to a key advisory panel, he did not block its meeting this month.
ISO Ian Hyland, president, Ireland INC
Ian Hyland, president of Ireland INC, discusses Irish business, investment, and the role Irish companies play in the U.S. economy.
Are Cellphones Harmful to My Health?
For older adults, excessive smartphone time can fuel anxiety, isolation and even physical pain
The weed habit that makes you more likely to develop horrible ‘scromiting’ disorder
Apple Announces AirPods Max 2
Apple today unveiled AirPods Max 2, with key upgrades including the H2 chip, increased active noise cancellation, improved sound quality, and features such as Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Voice Isolation, and Live Translation. AirPods Max 2 have the same overall design as the original AirPods Max, with most of the new features coming from the upgrade to the H2 chip.
Akin, an Elite Global Law Firm
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Akin announced today that Molly (Brimmer) Lolli has joined the firm as a senior policy advisor in Washington, D.C., further strengthening the firm’s market leading health policy…
Iran's Political Prisoners Are in Danger From U.S.-Israeli Strikes
Thousands of detainees are in danger from U.S. and Israeli strikes and Tehran’s vengeance.
They didn’t want to have C-sections. A judge would decide how they gave birth
On the afternoon of Sept. 9, 2024, Cherise Doyley was in her 12th hour of contractions at University of Florida Health in downtown Jacksonville when a nurse came in with a bedsheet and told her to cover up. A supervisor brought a tablet to Doyley’s bedside. Gathered on the screen were a judge in a black robe and several lawyers, doctors and hospital staff.
Alto Neuroscience Reports Full Year 2025 Financial Results and Recent Business Highlights
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., March 16, 2026--Alto Neuroscience, Inc. ("Alto") (NYSE: ANRO), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel precision medicines for neuropsychiatric disorders, today reported financial results for the full year ended December 31, 2025, and highlighted recent progress across its pipeline of clinical-stage product candidates.
What's being built on Route 13 south of Smyrna, near Garrisons Lake?
A 9,100-square-foot building is under construction between Economy Inn and the Spring Meadow neighborhood.
How to recover after a workout
It's normal to feel some pain or soreness after a workout. But how much is too much, and more importantly, how do you get relief? This episode, build out your post-workout recovery routine. A sports medicine doctor, nutritionist and professional athlete break down everything you can do from the moment your last workout finishes to right before your next one begins – to feel better in your body, minimize your injury risk and get the most out of that gym session. This episode was originally published on Jan. 30, 2025Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.orgSupport the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekit
This is your brain on pleasure (even the guilty kind)
It’s likely you have at least one “guilty pleasure.” Maybe it’s romance novels. Or reality TV… Playing video games… or getting swept into obscure corners of TikTok. Neuroscientists say the pleasure response helps us survive as a species. So why do we feel embarrassed by some of the things we love the most? Even if you don't have these negative emotions, experiencing – and studying – pleasure is not as straightforward as it might seem. For a long time, neuroscientists thought the concept of "pleasure" referred to a singular system in the brain. But as research into the subject grew, scientists realized that pleasure is really a cycle of "wanting" and "liking" – each with separate neural mechanisms. Today on the show, producer Rachel Carlson explores this cycle with researchers, who weigh in on the science of pleasure. Even the kind that makes us feel guilty. Read more of Rachel’s story on guilty pleasures. Interested in more brain science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
I heart this media.
This weekend’s Saturday Night Live episode hosted by Harry Styles had multiple bangers and I’ve been really impressed by the writing team over the past couple seasons. But this latest bit on Weekend Update about the social status of emojis felt exceptional. I don’t want to spoil it, but… “RBF: right before the flags” is some of the smartest writing on the show in a long time. This skit took the aerial tramway directly to my own heart. [Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59CpJqCbxXs]
As S.F. House hopefuls campaign, one is on more voters’ minds
Supervisor Connie Chan and former tech engineer Saikat Chakrabarti face a challenge in overcoming state Sen. Scott Wiener’s years of engaging local voters, columnist Joe Garofoli writes.
Inside our swing voter project (Politics+)
Swing voters will play a pivotal role in this year's midterms, and we wanted to hear directly from them. So NPR has partnered with Engagious (a messaging group led by Rich Thau) and Sago (a market research firm) to run focus groups — once a month in a different swing state. How do these focus groups work? And what have we learned from them so far? In today's bonus episode, Mara Liasson and Ashley Lopez pull back the curtain on the project. To unlock this and other bonus content, and get sponsor-free listening, sign up for NPR Politics Podcast+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Regular episodes haven't changed and remain available every weekday!
Emotional Abuse in College Sports
March Madness is here. The high-stakes, sudden-death college basketball tournament is a beloved tradition in American sports. For the players, it’s a chance to showcase the skills they’ve developed through years of hard training of the body and mind. In many cases, that push produces incredible feats of athletic performance. But an investigation by reporters Julia Haney and Elizabeth Santos has found instances in which athletes allege that the push from coaches goes too far. Emotional abuse by coaches, some athletes maintain, can cause lasting, even irreparable damage. On this episode of The Sunday Story, we hear from athletes who fought back.*A warning that today’s story includes mentions of sexual and emotional abuse, suicide, bullying and includes explicit language.
One Knoxville hosts Forward Madison for 2026 season home opener
One Knoxville SC hosts Forward Madison FC at Covenant Health Park for the home opener in Old City on March 14, 2026.
2026 Big East Tournament scores, results, bracket: St. John's outlasts UConn for second straight title
Relive the 2026 Big East Tournament, which ended with St. John's standing tall at Madison Square Garden once again
Politics Unplugged (Full Episode) March 15, 2026
This week on Politics Unplugged, Amy Edwards Holmes, the woman tasked with finding wasteful spending in the state government, explains how the process will work. Then, consultants Dawn Penich and Marcus Dell’Artino discuss the federal government collecting data from Arizona’s 2020 election and the fight over school construction funding in Arizona.
Teenagers Have Easy Access to Weed. Science Says It’s Bad for Them.
New research shows even infrequent cannabis use during adolescence is linked to increased risk of mental-health disorders and poor academic performance.
Teenagers Have Easy Access to Weed. Science Says It’s Bad for Them.
New research shows even infrequent cannabis use during adolescence is linked to increased risk of mental-health disorders and poor academic performance.
Microsoft Updates Windows 11 ISO Tool, How To Install It Without A Microsoft Account Or Internet Connection
You can still set up Windows 11 without its onerous requirements if you do it the right way.
White House advisor calls for food pyramid reform to lower healthcare costs
White House senior advisor Calley Means discusses diseases stemming from ultra-processed foods, such as diabetes and heart disease, costing the healthcare system trillions.
Cuba's announcement of 51 prisoners released doesn't exactly mean political prisoners, South Florida expert says
Exclusive | RFK Jr.’s HHS Is Under Tighter White House Leash After MAHA Setbacks
Aides close to the president grew worried that perceived disorganization and an antivaccine focus could prove damaging in the midterms.
Escalating war in Middle East, Georgia special election, World Cup
This week's episode is on the impacts of the war, the special U.S. House election in Georgia and the geopolitics of the FIFA World Cup.
Health advisory issued: NYC reports first case of Mpox Clade I
NEW YORK (PIX11) – The first case of Mpox, an infectious disease causing a painful rash, has been reported in New York City, according to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. …
Secret to USA sled hockey's dynasty at Paralympics? This pyramid approach
Dan Brennan, GM of USA sled hockey, revolutionized the way the the program develops talent in the sport, by building a robust grassroots program.
NBC Abruptly Axes Decades-Old Shows in Cancelation Bloodbath
Access Hollywood’s 30-year run is coming to an end. The flagship entertainment news program NBC created in 1996 to compete with CBS’s Entertainment Tonight will stop producing new episodes in Septembe...
Centennial Students Earn 3rd Place at Iowa Regional Science Bowl
Michael Stevens, Ian Anderson, Anna Bruns, Jared Bond, Alice Baghdasaryan and teacher Madison Greif. (Not pictured: Team Manager Vivian Zhang.) Congratulations to our outstanding team for earning 3rd place at the 2026 Iowa Regional High School Science Bowl, held on the campus of Iowa State University on March 7! We’re proud of these students for representing our school with excellence in this challenging academic competition that tests knowledge in science, mathematics, and teamwork.
Passenger’s mental health episode turns ferry around - The Martha's Vineyard Times
A Vineyard Haven man’s mental health episode forced a Steamship Authority ferry to turn around and head back to Woods Hole shortly after departing this week. On Tuesday morning, Falmouth Police responded to the ferry terminal in Woods Hole for what was described as a “disruptive passenger” aboard the passenger ferry M/V Woods Hole shortly […]
The Try Guys are in New Orleans for a season testing out jazz, burlesque, voodoo and more
The popular video series’ most recent episode focused on voodoo and featured Priest Robi.
SGMC Health Earns ISO 9001 Quality Management System Certification from DNV
SGMC Health announced that its teams have earned ISO 9001 Quality Management System certification through DNV Healthcare Inc., an internationally recognized standard that validates strong quality, safety, and performance systems across the health system. […]
Roush Review: In Woeful ‘Madison,’ Michelle Pfeiffer Gives Emmy-Worthy Performance
Michelle Pfeiffer stars as an elegant city mouse who ventures into a gorgeous Montana river valley to heal after a tragedy in Taylor Sheridan's cathartic and elegiac drama.
Air quality health advisory issued in multiple counties over wildfire smoke
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued a health advisory for multiple counties Friday morning, due to wildfire smoke.
Pasqual's in Verona closing, Easter treats, and a new NBA record
The Cap Times' new Food & Culture newsletter shares Madison area restaurant news, with recommendations for what to read, watch, listen and eat.
Microsoft updates official Windows 11 ISO tool with the latest system updates
A new version of the Media Creation Tool app is here, offering you the latest Windows 11 release with all available updates.
Thrivent bucks the AI layoff trend and plans to add 600 financial advisors this year: This is ‘how we grow our business’
The Fortune 500 company is ramping up a training pipeline to staff the next generation of advisors.
The best recent science fiction, fantasy and horror
The Library of Traumatic Memory by Neil Jordan; The Red Winter by Cameron Sullivan; Travel Light by Naomi Mitchison; Between Two Fires by Christopher Buehlman; Spoiled Milk by Avery Curran
Experts Weigh in on Digital Health Wearables for Neurological Health
By Deanna Neff HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, March 13, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The fitness tracker on your wrist or the smart ring on your finger can do more than just count your steps. These fast-evolving gadgets are becoming valuable tools for managing complex brain and nerve disorders, according to ...
Could the US military turn on Trump?
Jonathan Freedland speaks to Janessa Goldbeck, a former Marine and the chief executive of Vet Voice Foundation, to understand what the people who serve think of their commander-in-chief. If they wanted to, could they disobey his orders?
Steve Carell improvising 1 line on 'The Office' made Craig Robinson realize he's a 'genius'
Craig Robinson recalls the exact moment he knew his 'Office' costar Steve Carell was a genius: When he improvised a now widely quoted Michael Scott line on the season 3 episode 'The Negotiation.'
Should the U.S. be in business of assassinating foreign leaders?
In the opening strike of their war on Iran, the US and Israel killed the Islamic Republic’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It is an exceedingly rare instance of democracies killing a foreign head of state.It’s not the first time the United States has been involved in the killing of a foreign leader, but it’s something U.S. leaders and the American public have long wrestled with. NPR’s Ryan Lucas reports. For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Mallory Yu and Erika Ryan, with audio engineering by Jay Czys.It was edited by John Ketchum and Anna Yukhanov. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
These swing voters don’t like or understand the reason for the war in Iran
NPR reporters observed focus groups of 12 swing voters from Michigan. We discuss their thoughts on the war in Iran and what they wish President Trump would focus on.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
City says no more Old Joliet Haunted Prison, but entertainment company wants to return
The Old Joliet Haunted Prison run by Thirteenth Floor Entertainment since 2020 during the Halloween season will not return this year.
CFTC Issues New Guidance on Sports Prediction Markets
An advisory letter is the regulator’s first comprehensive guidance to prediction markets on sports-related trades.
Famitsu sales (3/2/26 - 3/8/26) - first week sales revealed for Pokemon Pokopia
The latest Japanese hardware sales from Famitsu are as follows: Switch 2 – 127,508 Switch OLED – 10,245 PS5 Digital Edition – 9,569 Switch Lite – 7,136 Switch – 6,389 PS5 Pro – 3,803 PS5 – 3,447 Xbox Series X – 235 Xbox Series X Digital Edition – 159 Xbox Series S – 92 PS4 – 29 For comparison’s sake,...
Jeff Probst explains why he started rapping on 'Survivor 50'
'Survivor 50' host Jeff Probst explains why he started rapping on this week's episode: 'Me rapping is really just me having skin in the game.'
Wall St whisperers help financial firms navigate Iran conflict risks
The day before U.S.-Israeli air strikes killed Iran's Supreme Leader on Saturday February 28, many Wall Street firms were expecting military action thanks to a growing industry of ex-military and national security advisors who were warning the signs were clear.
Pennsylvania researchers, parents help shape autism science as founders of new independent committee
Founders of the new Independent Autism Coordinating Committee say they will act as an alternative body to a federal advisory group under RFK Jr.
'One of Us' is a British political drama based on the Boris Johnson era
In today’s episode, Elizabeth Day describes the protagonist in her new novel One of Us as the “quintessential outsider.” Martin Gilmour came from a difficult background, but won a scholarship to an elite boarding school in England. There, he befriends an aristocratic boy named Ben who will later ask Martin to keep an important secret. One of Us follows the implosion of their friendship – and Martin’s discretion – as Ben strives for political power. In today’s episode, Day and NPR’s Scott Simon discuss the novel’s central rivalry and Day’s interest in the Boris Johnson era of British politics.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookoftheday
Depression may start with an energy problem in brain cells
Researchers have discovered a surprising change in how cells produce energy in people with depression. Brain and blood cells in young adults with major depressive disorder produced more energy molecules at rest but had trouble increasing energy production when needed. Scientists believe this imbalance may contribute to symptoms such as fatigue and low motivation. The finding could help pave the way for earlier diagnosis and more personalized treatments.
Cierra Harrison shines as Mizzou Softball run-rules UT-Martin
Mizzou Softball secures run-rule victory backed by stellar performance from Cierra Harrison in the circle.
‘Back to the Future’ musical tour is all spark, no substance
Adapted from the 1985 sci-fi hit, “Back to the Future” has fun visual stunts and self-mocking moments. The tour runs in Madison through March 15.
M5 Max’s Fusion Architecture Allows For Better Sustained Performance While Running 8 Degrees Celsius Cooler Than M4 Max; Still Gets Uncomfortably Hot
The Fusion Architecture allows the M5 Max to maintain better thermals than the M4 Max while delivering better performance, as shown in the latest comparison
The toll the war in Iran has on the U.S. economy
The United States’ war in Iran is roiling global oil markets. We discuss how that affects the American economy — not just at the gas pump — and how those economic challenges are playing in this year’s elections.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, chief economics correspondent Scott Horsley, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Elections 2026 Press Kit
Northwestern University faculty are available to discuss 2026 election topics including redistricting, voter behavior, campaign strategy, election law, misinformation, polarization and political history.
Joseph L. Moore on Why Minority-Owned Businesses Need Trusted Risk Advisors as Growth Expands Across the U.S. Middle Market
His firm specializes in commercial property and casualty insurance consulting, along with safety strategy and loss control advisory for businesses operating in the middle market.
Behind the Crown & Anchor – Delivering Royal Caribbean’s Next-Level Entertainment
Royal Caribbean delivers the ultimate entertainment at sea – from Broadway-caliber productions and original shows to high-diving AquaTheater performances, Olympic-level ice skating shows and immersive live music across the fleet. In the episode of Behind the Crown & Anchor, go behind the curtain of Royal Caribbean’s entertainment innovation - spotlighting the creatives, performers, production teams and technology that power these next-generation experiences.
Behind the Crown & Anchor Short – Delivering Royal Caribbean’s Next-Level Entertainment
Royal Caribbean delivers the ultimate entertainment at sea – from Broadway-caliber productions and original shows to high-diving AquaTheater performances, Olympic-level ice skating shows and immersive live music across the fleet. In the episode of Behind the Crown & Anchor, go behind the curtain of Royal Caribbean’s entertainment innovation - spotlighting the creatives, performers, production teams and technology that power these next-generation experiences.
Minerva Neurosciences Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results and Business Updates
Initiation of confirmatory Phase 3 trial with roluperidone for negative symptoms of schizophrenia is planned for Q2 2026, with topline data anticipated in 2H 2027BURLINGTON, Mass., March 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Minerva Neurosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: NERV), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of therapies to treat central nervous system (CNS) disorders, today provided business updates and reported financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended Decembe
RFK Jr.’s vaccine advisers drop proposal to revisit covid-19 shot
Some members of the CDC’s vaccine advisory panel have publicly questioned the safety and manufacturing of the shots, including raising a debunked theory that DNA contaminants in the vaccines are harmful.
Can this Georgia fruit stand rebound after roadwork killed its business?
A legendarily misspelled fruit stand in the Georgia countryside south of Madison and I-20 is primed for a comeback after highway construction made stopping there a chore.
Georgia Independent Wrestling’s Empire of Entertainment
“I remember just standing there that night, and I could feel this connection between the fans and the performers in a way that I hadn’t really ever felt before, which makes sense now that I know more about wrestling, because fans really have agency over the action in the ring. The louder they cheer, the more the wrestler is going to labor to his feet. Wrestling doesn’t really work without an audience,” says Athens journalist Alison Lyn Miller, who published the nonfiction book Rough House: A Father, a Son, and the Pursuit of Pro Wrestling Glory earlier this year. Miller wasn’t a wrestling fan when she attended the now-defunct Southern Violence And Wrestling match back in 2019, but her passion […]
LA County sees drop in homeless deaths, the first in 10 years
While the news was welcomed by Los Angeles County supervisors and public health officials, they agreed that the mortality rate was still too high.
ICE is keeping tabs on American citizens
Immigration and Customs Enforcement has been using a variety of tools to keep tabs on not just immigrants the agency intends to deport but also U.S. citizens who publicly oppose the agency’s tactics. We discuss what that surveillance looks like and what the impact is for people whose activity the agency has tracked. This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, reporter Kat Lonsdorf, and power and influence reporter Jude Joffe-Block.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
What signing Romeo Doubs means for the Patriots
The Patriots have agreed to terms with a wide receiver during the NFL legal tampering period.
Chalkboard Politics: Are international organizations losing authority? 🎧
Chalkboard Politics: Are international organizations losing authority? In this podcast episode, three experts weigh in on how these organizations are tackling the big challenges of 2026.
Simulation Training Featured in New Episode of NYC Health + Hospitals Podcast The Remedy - NYC Health + Hospitals
New York, NY – NYC Health + Hospitals today released a new episode of its podcast, The Remedy, featuring leaders and health care providers from the
Lancaster County Health Advisory Council suggests \'trust your health care provider\' campaign
The Lancaster County Health Advisory Council will in the next 30 days compose a recommendation that the county undertake a public-messaging “trust your health care provider” campaign as a step
NWSL ESTABLISHES HEALTH ADVISORY COUNCIL TO ADVANCE HOLISTIC PLAYER HEALTH AND WELLBEING | News
All the latest NWSL news, scores, stats, standings and highlights.
Skyhawk Sports Talk: Season 3, Episode 26
"Skyhawk Sports Talk" provides the most complete in-depth coverage of all Skyhawk athletic teams, including live weekly interviews with coaches and student-a...
WHO warns of health risks from 'black rain' in Iran
The World Health Organization warned on Tuesday that the "black rain" falling in Iran after strikes on oil facilities could cause respiratory problems, and it backed Iran’s advisory urging people to remain indoors.
Mental health solutions for the digital age
Ask the digital natives of Gen Z about the source of their biggest mental health challenges, and most will say social media and AI.Several of the nearly 400 guests at the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit, presented by the Friends of Semel Teen Advisory Council at UCLA on March 8, explicitly named the endless stream of content on their phones as serious stressors. “Everybody is addicted to (Tik Tok) as if they were addicted to substances,” said Jantin Asmar, 17, a senior at Virtual Academy in Antelope Valley. “We’re always chasing that dopamine. We’re expecting that dopamine rush and it’s really decaying our interactions with others.” High school student Jantin Asmar was among nearly 400 people who attended the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) Even young teens feel pressure to be on social media constantly, both to consume content and collect “likes,” said 13-year-olds Chloe and Sophia, both students at Brentwood School. “Everyone’s always on, and you miss stuff if you’re not on it,” Chloe said, adding that social media’s emphasis on appearances is leading to eating disorders: “That’s a big thing for our generation.”The incessant influx of images and updates creates expectations that “weigh teenagers down,” said Linda Kou, 16, a junior at San Gabriel High School.Even though digital spaces allow people to connect with others beyond their immediate surroundings, it doesn’t always translate to real-life community, said Kelah Morgan, 17, a senior at Animo South Los Angeles Charter High School. High school students Kelah Morgan, left, and Linda Kou, shared about the challenges presented by social media. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) “Even if you see people saying that they relate to you online, it might be hard to find people in your personal life who you see every day who you feel comfortable enough to say, ‘You see me online, but this is me in real life and what I’m actually going through,’” she said.Solutions for our digital timesThe Gen Z Wellness Summit was intentionally designed as a free, in-person gathering where young people interested in mental health from across the southland could meet in person. “Peer support is the most important element of maintaining our mental health in community,” said Helena Hansen, MD, PhD, director of UCLA’s Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior.Keynote speakers at the summit addressed AI, social connection and self-empowerment, while breakout sessions included discussions about eating disorders, dating, substance use, phone detox and breathwork. Here are some of the day’s top takeaways:Beware of FOPO: Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD, a psychology professor at Columbia University, said that rather than FOMO, or fear of missing out, we ought to be more aware of FOPO: fear of people’s opinions. “Just think about how much your FOPO might be holding you back in your life,” Dr. Kaufman said. “And just that inner contemplation should be enough for you to change your life, because there’s so many things we don’t go after because we have debilitating FOPO.”We don’t need to feel like we’re the best – or what he called “narcissistic self-esteem” – but it’s helpful to acknowledge our own worth, recognize our good qualities and develop self-belief in the skills and talents we’ve cultivated. When we have that – dignity and self-respect, without needing everyone to like us – FOPO is less of a concern.Self-reflection is most effective in community: “When we try to self-reflect alone, we sometimes ruminate,” said Ira Bedzow, PhD, executive director of the Emory University Purpose Project. “But when we self-reflect with people that we trust … (it) allows us to hold ourselves accountable to different ways of seeing and different ways of hearing and different ways of being.”Opening up about our experiences and listening to others are skills we can develop, Dr. Bedzow said.He invited students to participate in what he called a “fishbowl exercise,” where four students sat in a small circle, surrounded by a dozen or so students forming a larger circle. Those in the inner circle answered such questions as: “What stops you from being you today?” and “What helps you feel most like you?”Within minutes, the group in the small circle (the fishbowl), were sharing intimately about their life challenges as those in the outer circle nodded in understanding.After the exercise, one participant said, “I felt like I wasn’t alone, that it wasn’t just me who feels that way.”Another remarked on how “personal” it felt to share face-to-face with others, even strangers.Don’t let AI crush your creativity: Theoretical neuroscientist Vivienne Ming, PhD, has been studying artificial intelligence for more than 20 years. And while she said “it’s reasonable to be concerned” about the fast-growing technology, it can also help humans become better problem-solvers when used strategically.“The smartest thing on the planet today are humans and machines working together creatively,” Dr. Ming said. “What gets more valuable in humans as machines get smarter? Our ability to explore the unknown.“Your unique voice is literally your value to the world … but most of us for most of our lives have been taught to not be unique,” she continued. “Be your own person. Celebrate being different. It is genuinely, measurably, truly valuable.”In a breakout session called “Phone Detox? IYKYK: Living Your Story IRL” led by Don Grant, PhD, students shared their frustrations with AI compromising academic work, art and creativity.“Art is a translation of human experience,” one participant said. “When people use AI, they diminish their own human experience.”Dr. Grant urged them, as “the last generation to remember a world before AI,” to remember the power of imagination and creativity – and to act on it.Remember that social media distorts perceptions: Stuart B. Murray, PhD, PsyD, who directs the Eating Disorders Program and Translational Research in Eating Disorders Program at UCLA, asked the students in his breakout session to take a spontaneous selfie and edit it to conform with society’s beauty standards. All 20 girls in the room immediately got to work, thickening their hair, slimming their faces, plumping their lips.“The pressure to look like what we present on social media can be crippling,” Dr. Murray said. “We now know that social media use is part of a causal pathway into an eating disorder.”Adolescents and young adults are most at risk of developing an eating disorder, he said, with one in three students on college campuses exhibiting clinically meaningful eating-disorder symptoms. More than 4 million people in California will have an eating disorder in their lifetime.Even for those who don’t develop anorexia or bulimia, the ubiquity of modified images online distorts what we consider normal, making us feel worse about ourselves. Remembering that, he and other speakers said, might inspire us to log off occasionally and spend time in the real world with people who love us as we are.
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