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By Director Mr. Sakurai, Kirby Air Riders: Development Insights — Part 4 - News
Join Kirby Air Riders director Masahiro Sakurai as he shares insights into the development and details behind some of the game's modes and features. Check out the rest of the interview Part 1: Air Ride and Top Ride Part 2: Cramming everything into S…
Gastonia business feels squeeze as gas prices rise
A Gastonia business owner says that rising gas prices are having a direct impact on his business and may cause him to raise his prices.
Cattle futures higher waiting on direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were higher, getting ready for the week’s direct business and Friday’s On Feed report. April live cattle closed $1.97 higher at $235.22 and June live cattle closed $1.82 higher at $233.70. April feeder cattle closed $4.95 higher at $354.80 and May feeder cattle closed $5.07 higher at […]
‘Worst-case scenario’: Middle East nuclear concerns haunt top health officials
The WHO is remaining “vigilant” for any kind of atomic threat.
Exclusive: Small publishers hit hardest by search traffic declines
Larger publishers with better brand recognition and stronger direct-to-consumer products are more insulated from declines in traditional search traffic.
Inside SMU’s Strategy for NIL, Revenue Sharing, and the New College Sports Business Model
SMU Athletic Director Damon Evans and Deputy AD Brian Ullmann explain the new financial models, private equity conversations, and renovations needed at Ford Stadium.
NEWS CENTER Maine
Through in-depth storytelling, through direct contact on digital on social platforms, through long-standing community service programs like Coats & Toys for Kids, Project Heat and Buddy to Buddy, NEWS CENTER Maine is dedicated to keeping Mainers connected. We can't do it alone, though. Only by listening and interacting with YOU can we continue to connect ALL Mainers.
AGU and Content With Purpose announce new digital series exploring science in action
“Our World, Our Future” will connect scientific discovery with lived experience and demonstrate how research directly affects people and communities everywhere.
Joe Kent resigns, says Iran posed ‘no imminent threat’
Joe Kent resigned as director of the National Counterterrorism Center, saying that he cannot in "good conscience" support the Trump administration's war in Iran.
Top counterterrorism official Kent resigns over Trump's Iran war, says Iran posed no imminent threat
The director of the National Counterterrorism Center has announced his resignation, saying he “cannot in good conscience” back the Trump administration’s war in Iran
The Promptory Launches First Curated AI Marketplace with Built-In AI Strategy Director for Small Business and Enterprises
FRISCO, Texas, March 17, 2026--The Promptory, a privately held technology company, today announced the official launch of its AI tools marketplace — the first curated platform built specifically to help small, medium, and enterprise businesses find, evaluate, and implement the right AI tools for their specific needs.
Philip Morris International U.S. to Launch New Business Solutions Center, Creating 180 Jobs in Tampa Bay Area
Today, Philip Morris International's U.S. businesses ("PMI U.S.") announced an investment of approximately $50 million in a new Business Solutions Center in Tampa, Florida. The Center will create approximately 180 direct and indirect high-skilled jobs and represents a pivotal expansion of PMI U.S. operations, consolidating key functions—business solutions, distribution operations, and customer service—into a single hub. This investment is designed to enhance operational efficiency across these f
National Eye Institute director speaks during Vision Science Research Center retreat
National Eye Institute director speaks during Vision Science Research Center retreat
Geffen Playhouse 2026-27 season: world and L.A. premieres
Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director Tarell Alvin McCraney aims to deliver 'world-class theater at your friendly neighborhood playhouse.'
Trump’s Nominee to Run NSF is Unqualified, Conflicted, and a Threat to Science
If O’Neill is confirmed as NSF’s director, the Trump administration will further tighten its control over an agency created by Congress to be independent in its work to advance science.
Deadline Hollywood
Debra OConnell, Chairman of Disney Entertainment Television, has unveiled her direct reports, including Craig Erwich, who adds 20th TV Oversight. Read more below.
Devils Rally Past Bruins in OT
It’s nights like these that make you wonder, what could have been. The New Jersey Devils certainly didn’t look like the hapless, directionless mess of a hockey team that spent the past three-plus months struggling to get out of its own way while plummeting to the darkest depths of the Eastern Conference standings. Well, maybe […]
‘Room for improvement’: EU sports czar warns FIFA over leadership before World Cup
Glenn Micallef tells POLITICO that Gianni Infantino has not provided safety assurances for European fans heading to the U.S. this summer.
YouTuber upgrades MacBook Neo to 1TB in new ASMR video
YouTube creator DirectorFeng is back with another ASMR-themed video in which they attempt to upgrade the storage on a new Apple device.
Coal Ridge athletic director named best in state after landmark year of Titans prep sports
Ben Kirk did not dedicate his life to the art of sports for recognition or praise. He did it because he knows how much sports can shape a young kid, and how much impact a...
Men’s Health 2026 Grooming Awards: Shave Kit, Hair Serum, More
Men’s Health editorial director Richard Dorment joins TODAY to share some of the winners from the 2026 Grooming Awards. Products include hydrating pillow pads, mouthwash packets and more!
A Life in Science: The role of data in advancing medicines
New in our A Life in Science series, we hear from Audrey Clapéron, Translational Biology Director, about the essential role of data in
Partisanship and science
I recently participated in a symposium of the Denver-based Institute for Science & Policy, during which I had a “fireside chat” with Tony Mills of the American Enterprise Institute. Mills has written extensively on the politicization of science, and the two of us had a very enjoyable hour-long conversation on the topic. You can watch it below. The main questions we dealt with are why there is such a vast partisan gap in trust of science, and to what extent this is a unique moment. Mills helpfully brings a good deal of data to the discussion, as he did in this useful piece at Issues in Science & Technology. Tusk depends on reader support. To support this work, please become a paid subscriber. Subscribe Note this graph, drawing on a range of survey data to demonstrate partisan attitudes toward science since 1970s. As it demonstrates, there’s been a very sharp partisan divergence in confidence in science during the Trump Era, starting prior to the Covid pandemic. At least in part, we can attribute this to a rise in populist anti-science rhetoric embraced by Trump, his appointees, and those in his media orbit. But as the graph also shows, the partisan divide has existed in the past, and it’s not always in the same direction. The largest divergence in party views toward science prior to 2016 was in the 1970s, when liberals equated scientific achievement with the military-industrial complex and thus trusted it less. That era of scientific mistrust is often overlooked. Indeed, as Mills notes, the Moon landings (1969-72), which today are considered one of the last great moments of national unity, were experienced nothing like that at the time. There was sharp debate back then over whether the Apollo missions were worth the vast expenditures when the country had so much else to deal with. It’s outside the dataset, and we don’t have the partisanship lens for it, but the 1950s was another deeply anti-science decade, with critics of intellectuals and college professors alleging their ties to communism and their lack of commitment to basic American moral beliefs. This was the subject of Richard Hofstadter’s 1962 book Anti-Intellectualism in American Life, in which he quotes religious leaders like Franklin Graham: [In place of the Bible] we substituted reason, rationalism, mind culture, science worship, the working power of government, Freudianism, naturalism, humanism, behaviorism, positivism, materialism, and idealism. [This is the work of] so-called intellectuals. Thousands of these “intellectuals” have publicly stated that morality is relative—that there is no norm or absolute standard.… This fervor was heavily whipped up by Sen. Joe McCarthy (R-Wisconsin), although it’s clear that not all his fellow Republicans were on board with his red-baiting. What ended that era? The simple answer is the 1957 launch of Sputnik. Americans became afraid that they were losing to Soviet scientists, and suddenly university researchers and government projects were awash with funding. In our conversation, I asked Mills about the possibility of us having a Sputnik moment again that would rally the American public in favor of science today. Mills argued that the COVID-19 pandemic was essentially a Sputnik moment — a terrifying threat to all Americans that required scientific advances to address. But thanks in part to political polarization and the populist and conspiratorial leanings of Donald Trump, we got the opposite of a unifying moment. Many Americans turned against science, despite science actually stepping up in that moment. As we discussed in the chat, it’s not clear what scientists could or should be doing in this moment to increase faith in their work. As Mills notes, one of the chief complaints against scientists and professors is that they’ve become too political; scholars becoming even more political might not help them achieve their goals. This (mainly Republican-driven) anti-science era will end, of course, but it’s not clear what event will bring that about. Share
Blind dates and guessing games: Reel8 creates entertainment, community through videos
Reel8 Productions creates social media videos featuring content that speaks to the interests, lifestyles and commonalities of Northwestern students, according to Co-Founder and Executive Director of reel8 and Medill senior Judy Zeng. Inspired by channels like Jubilee and Cut, the founding members of the unscripted video production club wanted to create similar videos with a...
Complete list of 2026 Academy Awards winners
“One Battle After Another” won several awards at Sunday's Oscars, including best picture, director and the first-ever casting award. “Sinners” star Michael B. Jordan, won best actor, earning his first
Norwegian family drama ‘Sentimental Value’ wins Oscar for best international film
“Sentimental Value” has won the Oscar for best international film. The family drama by Joachim Trier explores an estranged family’s wounds in when a director father, who repeatedly prioritized career
Hungarian opposition picks top business executives to dismantle Orbán’s rule
Péter Magyar reckons boardroom veterans will have the experience needed to secure frozen EU funds and release Fidesz’s grip on state bodies.
The Latest: ‘One Battle After Another’ takes best picture
The 98th Academy Awards on Sunday saw “One Battle After Another” win big with six awards, including best picture, director, supporting actor and casting. “Sinners” followed with four awards, including
Norway\'s \"Sentimental Value\' wins at Oscars and \'Sinners’ cinematographer makes history
"Sinners” cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw has made Oscar history, becoming the first female director of photography to win the award in the 98 year history of the Academy Awards. Paul
Billy Crystal Delivers Emotional Tribute To Rob Reiner At The Oscars: The ‘Loss Is Immeasurable’
The “When Harry Met Sally” star was later joined by a slate of actors paying respects to the legendary director at the 98th Academy Awards.
Strengthening One Health Field Epidemiology Capacity in the WHO South-East Asia Region
Recent public health emergencies—including the COVID-19 pandemic, recurrent zoonotic disease outbreaks, and the high level of antimicrobial resistance—have underscored the urgent need for strong, multisectoral field epidemiology capacities. This reinforces the importance of a workforce equipped with One Health field epidemiology competencies. To address this need, WHO works with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), as part of Quadripartite Alliance for One Health, to strengthen field epidemiology training programmes using a One Health approach.These efforts are aligned with WHO SEARO’s Strategic Framework for Action for Strengthening Surveillance, Risk Assessment and Field Epidemiology and the Regional Roadmap to Advance Field Epidemiology Capacities 2025–2029 emphasize workforce development, multisectoral collaboration, and enhanced preparedness for health emergencies. With funding from the Pandemic Fund, The Competency for One Health Field Epidemiology (COHFE) integration within Field Epidemiology Training Programmes (FETPs) or similar initiatives has been initiated in Bangladesh and India and is planned in Sri Lanka.BangladeshIn Bangladesh, COHFE is being adapted to strengthen the Field Epidemiology Training Programme, Bangladesh (FETP-B) Advanced programme. Initiated in July 2025 and led by the Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research (IEDCR), the process brought together stakeholders from human, animal, and environmental health sectors, academia, and laboratories.A Multisectoral Working Group (MWG) was established to guide implementation, conduct readiness assessments, and identify opportunities to institutionalize One Health collaboration. Through national multisectoral consultations and a competency prioritization workshop held in Dhaka in November 2025, stakeholders identified priority technical competencies for surveillance, outbreak investigation, data analysis, and risk assessment, alongside functional competencies related to leadership, coordination, and the laboratory–epidemiology interface. The process also surfaced systemic barriers—such as challenges in data sharing and limited joint investigations—enabling targeted recommendations. These outcomes are guiding curriculum revision, the introduction of One Health simulations and joint field exercises, and the development of a national multisectoral mentorship pool, with updated training materials expected to be implemented in the upcoming cohort.Figure 1. Competency prioritization involving multisectoral stakeholders“COHFE represents a significant step forward in operationalizing the One Health approach. The collaboration between national institutions and the Quadripartite partners is critical for building resilient systems to address complex health challenges in the region.”, Prof. (Dr) Tahmina Sirin, Director, Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research (IEDCR), Bangladesh.Aligning India’s One Health Training with COHFEIn India, the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has strengthened One Health workforce development through its SectorConnect initiative. WHO supported a comprehensive competency mapping and curriculum review to align the Field Epidemiology Programme in One Health (FEP-OH) with all 14 COHFE domains. The review identified strong foundations while generating actionable recommendations to strengthen One Health learning outcomes, expand joint field-based learning, and enhance competency-based assessment. These improvements are informing programme refinement and phased scale-up across additional states.Figure 2. Strengthening learning outcomes for the SectorConnect FEP OH CurriculumThrough these efforts, WHO SEARO will continue to support countries to move from separate sector-based training toward an integrated, impact-driven One Health field epidemiology workforce capable of addressing complex health threats at human-animal-environment interface.ReferencesFood and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, World Health Organization, & World Organisation for Animal Health. (2024). Competencies for One Health field epidemiology (COHFE) framework. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240080058World Health Organization. (2023). Strategic framework for action for strengthening surveillance, risk assessment and field epidemiology for health security threats in the WHO South-East Asia Region. WHO Regional Office for South-East Asia. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789290210030World Health Organization. (2024). Regional roadmap to advance field epidemiology capacities in the WHO South-East Asia Region 2025–2029. WHO Regional Office for South-East Asia. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789290229544
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]
What are WSJ’s entertainment reporters watching for?
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'Sinners' and 'One Battle After Another' poised for an all-Warner Bros. showdown at Academy Awards
The Academy Awards promises a thrilling showdown between Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” and Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners,” with both directors vying for their first Oscar.
Betterleaks, a new open-source secrets scanner to replace Gitleaks
A new open-source tool called Betterleaks can scan directories, files, and git repositories and identify valid secrets using default or customized rules.
THOR AI solves a 100-year-old physics problem in seconds
A new AI framework called THOR is transforming how scientists calculate the behavior of atoms inside materials. Instead of relying on slow simulations that take weeks of supercomputer time, the system uses tensor network mathematics and machine-learning models to solve the problem directly. The approach can compute key thermodynamic properties hundreds of times faster while preserving accuracy. Researchers say this could accelerate discoveries in materials science, physics, and chemistry.
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!
Macron urges Israel to hold 'direct talks' with Lebanon
"France is ready to facilitate these talks by hosting them in Paris," he said
Inside the mind, flair and ambition of Syracuse’s new AD: ‘Give me the idea that will get me fired’
Syracuse's new athletic director helped lure future No. 1 NFL Draft pick Cam Ward to Washington State and installed a dunk tank in his old school's end zone.
How to use the new ChatGPT app integrations, including DoorDash, Spotify, Uber, and others
Learn how to use Spotify, Canva, Figma, Expedia, and other apps directly in ChatGPT.
Science says Okeechobee the dirtiest lake in U.S.
Letters to the editor for Saturday, March 14, 2026
Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews out for season after 'dirty' hit, Ducks' Radko Gudas gets 5-game suspension
Leaked audio appears to reveal Rebel Wilson's PR team plotting smear campaign against 'The Deb' producer
In court filings, Rebel Wilson's PR team is being accused by Ghost’s attorneys of plotting a smear campaign amid an ongoing legal battle connected to the actress' directorial debut, 'The Deb.'
Direct-to-consumer health gets a jolt
DTC plays are being revitalized by investor demands for credible margins.
ASU AD: Basketball job drumming up head-coach candidates
ASU athletic director Graham Rossini said the men's basketball head-coaching vacancy is getting plenty of interest since moving on from Bobby Hurley.
Scientists confirm existence of molecule long believed to occur in oxidation
In the journal Science Advances, scientists in Sweden and the U.S. report the first-ever direct observation of a type of short-lived molecule that has shaped decades of thinking in atmospheric chemistry, ...
Microsoft just fixed my BIGGEST gripe about the Windows 11 setup experience
The latest Windows 11 preview build introduces the ability to specify a custom user directory for your account, something both macOS and Linux have supported for decades.
Republicans release AI deepfake of James Talarico as phony videos proliferate in midterm races
Senate Republicans released an online ad this week in which a real-looking but fake version of a Democratic candidate, fabricated with artificial intelligence, appears to speak directly into the camera for more than a minute.
Without NIL bill, Wisconsin AD Chris McIntosh says ‘everything is on the table’
Wisconsin athletic director Chris McIntosh said 'everything is on the table' and did not rule out cutting sports.
Samsung lists apps that work directly via satellite on Galaxy phones
Samsung has started listing apps that work directly via a satellite connection on compatible Galaxy phones in select countries and markets.
Google Maps Is Getting A Huge Update With Immersive 3D Maps And AI
The new “Immersive Navigation” mode is billed as the most significant update to driving directions in Maps in over a decade.
Microsoft DirectX Gears Up For ML Era On Windows, Advanced Shader Delivery Solves Game Stutter & Load Times, DXR 2.0 Teased
Microsoft has announced two new updates at GDC 2026: ML-Powered DirectX & Advanced Shader Delivery for the next chapter in gaming.
Kirby Air Riders almost brought back the old City Trial map, Sakurai explains why it didn't happen
Director Masahiro Sakurai reveals that the original City Trial map was considered for Kirby Air Riders and talks about why it didn't work.
The surprising new ways bacteria spread without propellers
Scientists at Arizona State University have uncovered surprising new ways bacteria move, even without their usual whip-like propellers called flagella. In one study, E. coli and salmonella were found to spread across moist surfaces by fermenting sugars and creating tiny fluid currents that carry them forward — a newly identified behavior researchers call “swashing.” In another study, a different group of bacteria was shown to control its movement using a microscopic molecular “gearbox” that can reverse direction like a biological snowmobile.
How AI‑Driven ELNs Are Becoming the Center of Scientific Reasoning
Embedding AI agents in ELNs and LIMS brings reasoning directly into research. Using validated tools and clear audit trails, scientists accelerate discovery while maintaining governance, transparency, and accountability.
Anthropic's Claude Can Now Create Interactive Visuals Directly in Conversations
Anthropic's Claude chatbot has been updated with support for inline visual content that will help it provide clearer answers. Claude can now create custom visuals like charts, graphs, and diagrams. Visual content will be used when it better conveys an answer than plain text, and visual aids can also include real-world data like weather and recipes as long as web search is enabled. The visuals that Claude creates are distinct from Artifacts, and use HTML and SVG rather than image generation.
Hampton & Peninsula Health Dirstricts Urge You to Plan Ahead For Spring Severe Weather
From 1980 to 2024, Virginia experienced more than 100 severe weather events, each with losses exceeding $1 billion. (Adobe Stock)
Undergrad Business Roundup: A 3-Year Business Degree In Hawaii + Rotman's New Student-Led Investment Fund
Plus Gies College of Business gets $5 million commitment from Morningstar Direct and Spain's IE Business School teams up with Cambridge for A-level entrepreneurship.
New Syracuse AD Bryan Blair is ‘the rising star’ in college sports (what they’re saying)
Syracuse's new athletic director recently made Sports Business Journal's '40 under 40' list
Gemini Is Now Your Permanent Passenger in Google Maps
Hopefully it doesn't hallucinate directions.
Davids Visits Merriam Manufacturer to Highlight Small Businesses Challenges
MERRIAM, KS – Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited K.C. Strings, the largest instrument string manufacturer in the state of Kansas, to see the company’s manufacturing operations and hear directly from the owners about their new ventures and the challenges they face due to chaotic federal policies set by the administration.
Altman, Amodei and Musk fight dirty for the biggest prize in business
OpenAI, Anthropic and SpaceX plan initial public offerings that could raise sums equivalent to a decade of American IPOs, as artificial intelligence labs seek funding.
Google Maps brings a 3D map to your driving directions
Maps is now the latest Google service to receive a Gemini makeover, with a redesign of the driving experience headlining the update.
ExxonMobil to move its legal home from New Jersey to Texas, citing business friendly environment
ExxonMobil is poised to move its legal headquarters from New Jersey to Texas in search of a more friendly business environment, the company announced Tuesday morning. The board of directors for the largest U.S.-based oil producing company, which already runs its operations from the Houston suburb of Spring, unanimously recommended to its shareholders that they vote to redomicile the company…
Former Overwatch Lead claims he was given a horrid ultimatum: meet revenue goals or 1,000 developers would lose jobs
In at interview with Lex Fridman, former Overwatch lead Jeff Kaplan claims he was told to hit revenue targets or 1,000 developers would lose their jobs.
Former Overwatch Director Breaks Silence About Sudden Departure From Blizzard
"I literally thought I'd retire from the place"
Overwatch Director Jeff Kaplan Explains Why He Left Blizzard
He says the pressure kept ratcheting up to deliver more and more profits
Dr. Scolese speaks at AAS Goddard Space Science Symposium; discusses a
The National Reconnaissance Office is working to advance cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence and quantum sensing, to better meet the demands of its customers, NRO Director
AOiA positioned as early leader as CMS elevates digital health evaluation nationwide
CHICAGO, IL — The American Osteopathic Information Association (AOiA) applauds the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for launching the Medicare App Library, a new national directory of rigorously evaluated digital health applications for Medicare beneficiaries. The initiative represents a major federal commitment to ensuring that patients have access to safe, evidence‑based digital health … Read More
AHA podcast: Better Teams, Better Mental Health Care
Jeremy Fish, M.D., director of the Family Medicine Residency Program at John Muir Health, and Pilar Corcoran-Lozano, behavioral health corps faculty and supervising psychologist of the co-training program at John Muir Health, discuss how training physicians and behavioral health professionals as a team is improving patient care, strengthening teamwork and expanding access to these vital mental health services.
Tracie Thoms Joins Pamela Anderson, Billy Bob Thornton & Ariana Greenblatt In Brian Klugman Drama ‘Somedays’
EXCLUSIVE: Tracie Thoms (upcoming The Devil Wears Prada 2) has landed a role alongside Pamela Anderson, Billy Bob Thornton, and Ariana Greenblatt in Somedays, the new indie drama from writer-director ...
Special Entertainment Offer for Nonprofits
DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS® is the only national TV provider offering a programming discount to nonprofits.
Harris Reed Exits Nina Ricci
The London-based designer is stepping down as creative director after more than three years at the helm.
For Patients Behind on Rent, L.A. Health Center Provides a Lifeline
St. John’s Community Health Center is tackling Los Angeles’ housing crisis by connecting patients to vital rental assistance.
Democrats Warn of ‘No Endgame’ after Classified Iran War Briefing
Several Democratic lawmakers in the United States Senate say they are increasingly concerned about the direction of the war with Iran.
New Chambersburg director brings business and nonprofit experience
Angie Allaire begins her role as Downtown Chambersburg’s director, emphasizing collaboration, local stories and community connection.
India-China reset? Relaxed rules allow Beijing to invest in India after about six years of friction
The Indian cabinet has approved changes to its foreign direct investment policy, allowing investments from "Land Bordering Countries."
The dangerous politics of US oil-driven redistribution
U.S. stock market indexes have weathered this month's oil shock well so far because investors expect only a glancing overall GDP hit from higher energy costs. But that resilience masks a potentially toxic shift of income from households to "Big Energy" - and packs big risks in an election year.
Rising gas prices affect San Joaquin County small businesses, gig workers
Gas prices are soaring in California. This is directly impacting small business food trucks and delivery drivers in San Joaquin County.
Smart Plants in a Changing World Science
The Salk Institute is teaming up with the Del Mar Foundation for a three-part webinar series to highlight Salk's foundational research in brain health, cancer, and agriculture. Join us on Wednesday, March 11, at 10 a.m. to learn directly from Salk scientist Lucia Strader about how plants sense and respond to their environments, and how understanding these natural survival strategies can help us develop crops that thrive in a changing world. The Del Mar Foundation is offering a 1:1 Challenge Match through June. Gifts made during the webinar series will be matched dollar-for-dollar, doubling your impact on critical research. Donors who give $1,000 or more to an area of greatest need will also join the Discovery Society, with special access to Salk news and events. Salk Institute on Facebook / Instagram
St. Clair County public health gets ‘MAGA’ makeover, from fluoride to vaccines
The medical director of a health department on Michigan’s Thumb is bucking a decades-long trend in public health leadership. Not all are thrilled.
Scientists control 'free-flowing' electric currents with light
By controlling magnetic fields using light, a team of researchers led by NTU scientists has solved a long-standing challenge to precisely direct electric currents produced by quantum materials. Their ...
Windows 11 KB5079473 released with features, direct download links for offline installers (.msu)
Windows 11 KB5079473 is now rolling out as part of Microsoft’s March 2026 Patch Tuesday, and it has up to nine new features, including Emoji 16, Internet Speed Test, Extract all options in Explorer, and more. You can download it via Windows Update or use one of the direct download links for KB5079473 offline installers […]
Justice Department’s brewing case against former CIA chief tests its efforts to prosecute Trump foes
Justice Department prosecutors leading an investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan are facing increasing pressure from top Justice officials to bring criminal charges against him after the department has flailed in trying to punish President Donald Trump’s perceived enemies, people briefed on the matter told CNN in recent days.
Belmont Hires Logan Sanders as Assistant Director of Sports Performance
Newest Hire Brings Experience From Several NCAA Division I Programs
Thomas Rhett, Niall Horan to perform in Hershey this summer
Country star Thomas Rhett and One Direction alum Niall Horan will join forces for a tour that includes a Hershey stop this summer.
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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