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Redistricting war accelerates winner-take-all political combat in US
The U.S. Supreme Court has escalated a nationwide redistricting war by removing one of the few remaining limits on partisan gerrymandering.
Redistricting war accelerates winner-take-all political combat that's straining American democracy
The U.S. Supreme Court has escalated a nationwide redistricting war by removing one of the few remaining limits on partisan gerrymandering.
Redistricting war accelerates winner-take-all political combat that's straining American democracy
The U.S. Supreme Court has escalated a nationwide redistricting war by removing one of the few remaining limits on partisan gerrymandering.
Alabama and Tennessee move to draw new congressional districts in wake of Supreme Court ruling
Republican governors in Alabama and Tennessee have called lawmakers into special sessions seeking new congressional districts.
Met Gala guests from Beyoncé to Nicole Kidman set to flaunt fashion as art
Fashion biggest night is making a statement this year with its dress code, “Fashion is art."
Investigation into fire at USF St. Pete Marine Science Lab | FOX 13 Tampa Bay
Investigators are still trying to determine the cause of the 2-alarm fire Saturday evening at the USF St. Pete campus. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.
A family affair: Hammer Museum Gala pays tribute to Betye Saar and Darren Star
The annual Gala in the Garden celebrated the Los Angeles artists' community while honoring Betye Saar and Darren Star.
Man Utd beat Liverpool, Spurs climb out of relegation zone
Manchester United beat Liverpool 3-2 to seal a return to the Champions League next season, while Tottenham climbed out of the Premier League relegation zone with a 2-1 win at Aston Villa on Sunday.Villa should still secure Champions League qualification, but Bournemouth closed the gap on the top five to six points with a 3-0 win over Crystal Palace.
Richard Hughes has €100m answer to Mohamed Salah replacement
Julian Alvarez would be a perfect deal for Liverpool to try and get over the lineJulian Alvarez has been one of La Liga's most in-form players this season.Even though the 26-year-old doesn't play in a...
Four-star defensive lineman Alifeleti Tuihalamaka commits to USC
The Trojans added another high-profile player to their 2027 recruiting class over the weekend
The Los Angeles Times' top 25 high school baseball rankings
A look at the top 25 high school baseball teams in the Southland after the 11th week of the season.
Class Act: Great Falls CMR's Eli Crist balances two sports with leading club, 4.0 GPA, national competitions
Eli Crist balances the two sports with serving as president of CMR's Business Professionals of America club, maintaining a 4.0 GPA and competing in national conferences.
10 Young Musicians Win 2026 Music Competition Honors
1st place winners are Chloe Emma Silva, left, Lydia Plaut, Nikki Seppala Kurnik. (Monie photograph) The Performing Arts Scholarship Foundation (PASF) has
Bournemouth 3-0 Crystal Palace: What Iraola and Tavernier said
Bournemouth have extended their Premier League unbeaten run to 15 games (W7 D8), the longest active streak of any side in the division, and the Cherries' longest ever in the top flight of English football. In Junior Kroupi and Rayan, Bournemouth are the first side ever to have two teenagers score a goal in back-to-back Premier League games.
Analysis: A day to forget for Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace's team news against Bournemouth hinted that their priority had shifted from the Premier League to the Conference League.
Flames tear through roof of USF Marine Science Laboratory in St. Petersburg
A large two-alarm fire broke out Saturday at a building on the University of South Florida’s St. Petersburg campus, sending plumes of smoke into the sky.
Bournemouth 3-0 Crystal Palace: What Glasner said
It was just really overwhelming for us, this match and the win against Shakhtar Donetsk. Overall, Bournemouth were much better. Against a team that presses like Bournemouth, playing square passes around their box doesn't make sense - but that's what we did.
Sixers fans crash Celtics postgame show, upsetting Brian Scalabrine
The Philadelphia 76ers finally got one over on the Boston Celtics by winning Game 7 at the Garden, and Sixers fans weren’t going to let anyone forget about it, especially Brian Scalabrine. The Sixers came back from a 3-1 series deficit in surprising circumstances to win their first series against their Eastern Conference rivals since…
National Championship sports in Gulf Shores on Sunday
The 2026 NC beach volleyball championship concludes
Google Pixel 10A vs. Samsung Galaxy A57: Which midranger should you buy?
One is eerily similar to its predecessor, while the other is $50 more expensive than before.
Malaria didn’t just kill early humans, it shaped who we became
Long before humans spread across the globe, a deadly disease may have quietly shaped where our ancestors lived—and even how we evolved. New research reveals that malaria didn’t just threaten early human survival; it actively pushed populations away from high-risk regions across Africa, fragmenting groups over tens of thousands of years. This separation influenced how different populations met, mixed, and exchanged genes, helping shape the genetic diversity we see today.
Follow Sunday's Premier League games live
There are three games in the Premier League on Sunday and BBC Sport will bring you every moment. Bournemouth v Crystal Palace (14:00) - listen on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra Manchester United v Liverpool (15:30) - listen on BBC Radio 5 Live Aston Villa v Tottenham (19:00) Kick-off times BST You can also listen to today's 5 Live Premier League commentaries on most smart speakers. Just say "ask BBC Sounds to play Bournemouth v Crystal Palace" or "ask BBC Sounds to play Man Utd v Liverpool".
Premier League: Bournemouth host Crystal Palace as both eye Europe
Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from AFC Bournemouth vs Crystal Palace in the Premier League
How The Tencent Music Entertainment Group (TME) Narrative Is Shifting With Mixed Analyst Signals
Tencent Music Entertainment Group’s fair value estimate has been trimmed slightly to US$17.59 from US$17.98, a small reset that keeps the overall framework intact while adjusting assumptions. That move sits against a mixed wave of analyst calls, where several downgrades and price target cuts are balanced by an upgrade to Buy with a US$17.40 target. This reflects competing views around competition, earnings visibility and the recent share pullback. Read on to see what is driving this split...
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide: The "Passport" Design That Makes Other Folds Look Ancient
Forget everything you know about foldables. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide leaks reveal a radical 4.3mm ultra-thin frame and a 4:3 "Passport" ratio.
The Bezos of it all: The Met Gala’s billionaire moment
The annual Met Gala, which takes place this year on Monday, May 4, is always a lightning rod for controversy.
The Bezos of it all: The Met Gala’s billionaire moment
The annual Met Gala, which takes place this year on Monday, May 4, is always a lightning rod for controversy.
Scientists detect an enormous halo around the iconic Sombrero Galaxy — Space photo of the week
The 570-megapixel Dark Energy Camera in Chile has captured an extended halo and a dust-filled disk around the hat-shaped Sombrero Galaxy.
A California Dream? Some Democrats Fear Harris Picked the Wrong Race.
Some wish Kamala Harris had decided to run for governor in California, where Democrats are struggling to break through, rather than weigh another White House run.
A California Dream? Some Democrats Fear Harris Picked the Wrong Race.
Some wish Kamala Harris had decided to run for governor in California, where Democrats are struggling to break through, rather than weigh another White House run.
Richard Hughes offered incredible £43m deal for Portugal star forward
Big changes are coming to Liverpool’s attack this summer. Mohamed Salah will be leaving the club after nine glorious years - with the Premier League champions agreeing to tear up his £400k per week...
Is Palantir fit for UK consumption?
Supervillain or scapegoat? Controversial software firm’s inroads into British state systems are alarming to some
Bournemouth vs Crystal Palace – Match preview and team news
Bournemouth welcome Crystal Palace to the south coast on Sunday as they chase a historic European qualification spot.Andoni Iraola’s side are currently enjoying a club-record 14-match unbeaten run i...
Lawsuit filed after family says man was shot and killed by LAPD during 2024 mental health crisis
The family of a man shot and killed by LAPD in 2024 has filed a federal lawsuit, alleging police could have used less-than-lethal options to de-escalate the situation.
Fire Damages USF Marine Science Lab; Hazmat Evaluation Planned Overnight
A multiple-alarm structure fire significantly damaged a marine science laboratory, with officials indicating the building is likely a total loss due to extensive water and fire damage. The fire was reported at approximately 5:12 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Fire crews reported that the structure was already heavily involved in the attic upon arrival. […]
Caitlin Clark stats, highlights tonight for Indiana Fever vs. Nigeria
Caitlin Clark scores 12 points in the first half for the Indiana Fever against Nigeria in WNBA preseason action: Stats, highlights, salary.
Two-alarm fire strikes USF Marine Science Laboratory on St. Petersburg campus
Emergency calls came in sometime after 5:30 p.m. Saturday. No injuries have been reported, and the building was evacuated, officials say. No cause has been determined.
Rep. Greg Casar pushes 'accountability and affordability message for Democrats in Austin
The Austin-area Democrat promised to hold Republicans accountable and tackle affordability, but danced around the thorny issue of state Rep. James Talarico's credibility with Black voters.
2-alarm fire reported on USF St. Petersburg campus
The scene is active and a cause is under investigation.
Knoxville McKay’s offering 75% off everything on final weekend of business
The last day of business will be Sunday, May 3.
Rep. Michael McCaul warns Texas Republicans not to nominate Ken Paxton for Senate
The outgoing Austin congressman believes that Paxton could lose the race to Democrat James Talarico.
Photos: Sold out second Saturday of Jazz Fest sees lots of sun and music
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival continued with regular programming after 2 days of schedule scrambles due to weather. The tickets for the second Saturday sold out. Headlines included the Eagles, Alabama Shakes and T-Pain.
Nintendo explains why The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is so fast-paced
Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto has shared some insight into why The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is so fast-paced. One of the complaints surrounding the film is that it doesn’t give viewers much of a chance to breathe. There’s a lot that happens in the roughly 90 minutes of screen time that it can be a lot to take in. Having said...
Cup spot secured? Brazilian joins Europe’s top 4 scorers
Igor Thiago scored another goal for Brentford this Saturday (2) and strengthened his case for a spot at the World Cup.The striker has now reached 22 GOALS this season, closing in on Haaland (Mancheste...
Anna Nicole Smith's daughter, Dannielynn Birkhead, debuts bold new look at Kentucky Derby: 'I feel like a vampire'
Dannielynn Birkhead, the daughter of Anna Nicole Smith, debuted a bold, gothy new look at a Kentucky Derby gala this weekend: 'I feel like a vampire.'
ONBOOKS | OPINION: Forensic science, uncertainty, and ‘classical mistakes’
New biography of Alan R. Moritz traces how forensic science learned to define what it can — and cannot — know.
Michigan football lands in-state four-star lineman
Four-star offensive tackle Jakari Lipsey from Loy Norrix High in Kalamazoo has committed to Michigan.
Report raises alarm about widespread tanning myths ahead of summer
That “healthy-looking glow” might actually be skin damage. A new report highlights common misunderstandings about tanning and skin cancer.
2026 Best & Brightest MBA: Federico E. Alatorre, IESE Business School
Federico E. Alatorre, who is graduating from IESE Business School, has been named a Poets&Quants Best & Brightest MBA for 2026
The politics of Trump's ballroom
WEST PALM BEACH, Florida — President Trump was about a half-hour into his second speech of the day, musing about the danger he faced last week at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. “Saturday night, it was good for one thing. People are loving my ballroom now,” Trump told a crowd last night. “That’s the only thing. They love my ballroom.” Ever since he was hustled off stage at the Washington Hilton last week, after an attempted shooter breached the dinner’s security perimeter and sent guests diving to the floor, the president has argued that the incident is proof for why his White House ballroom is needed. Only his planned $400 million, 90,000-square-foot project, Trump has reasoned, can keep a president truly safe at major events. It’s true that a bunch of GOP lawmakers have jumped on board with new legislation and words of support for Trump’s project. House Speaker Mike Johnson, Sen. Rand Paul and other prominent Republicans went on TV to talk about the need for a ballroom. But as we reported at The Washington Post this week, “people” aren’t really changing their minds on Trump’s ballroom. A new Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll found that most Americans still oppose the ballroom project: 56 percent against it versus 28 percent in favor. The numbers are the same as a poll from last year, the Post’s polling whiz Scott Clement found. Other new polls have found similar margins, too. “I’m just not a giant fan, especially of extravagance,” one independent voter told me. “I mean, in the era we’re in right now, given how much people are struggling, it just doesn’t make a lot of sense to me to spend $400 million on a ballroom.” How we got here The Washington Post has followed Trump’s ballroom project very closely. (My colleague Jonathan Edwards may have written the most total words of any reporter about the project; I may be second.) The project exploded as a national issue after Trump tore down the White House’s East Wing after initially promising not to touch it.1 Historic preservationists sued, and about a month ago, a federal judge ordered a halt to ballroom construction.2 The only way the ballroom could proceed, U.S. District Judge Richard Leon ruled, was if Congress explicitly authorized Trump’s plans. (An appeals court has stayed Leon’s order for now.) The judge’s ruling raised an obvious question: would Congress authorize the project? Keep in mind, “authorization” doesn’t mean that Congress needs to necessarily fund the planned $400 million project; they could just sign off on the private donations that Trump has solicited to pay for the ballroom.3 But GOP lawmakers really didn’t want to talk about the ballroom, we reported at The Post just a few weeks ago. One major reason was the ballroom’s bad polling — not a small detail with many of their own midterm elections looming. The White House Correspondents’ Dinner incident, and Trump’s advocacy, may have changed the political conversation around the ballroom. As this week’s polling shows, it doesn’t seem to have affected the fundamental questions surrounding the project. To put it another way, voters still say that cost-of-living concerns are top-of-mind heading into the midterms. Some Republican and independent voters have told me that they see the ballroom as a vanity project that will help Trump but do nothing for their own lives. It might not help Republicans that Trump has dismissed some of the cost-of-living concerns. He’s described “affordability” as a buzzword manufactured by Democrats whose policies helped cause inflation. “They’ve got one good line of bullshit,” Trump said in his first speech yesterday, delivered at a Florida retirement community known as The Villages. Thanks for reading Dan Diamond's newsletter! Subscribe for free to stay up-to-date on my work. Subscribe Speaking of Trump’s speeches… I’m down in Florida because it’s my “duty week” as a White House reporter — basically, I follow the president wherever he goes. (And then hand the baton off to one of my Washington Post colleagues next week.) As part of my duty week, I’ve spent a few days covering the White House’s reaction to Saturday’s attempted shooting, including officials’ review of the security protocols to protect the president. Trump was restrained in the wake of the incident, addressing the nation from the White House briefing room about the need for peaceful dialogue and trying to lower the temperature. But he’s clearly been itching to get back out of the White House, and I was curious to hear how his Florida speeches would go. And — to my ears — it was an unburdened Trump. Not the one we saw Saturday night in the White House briefing room, but the one we witnessed on the campaign trail in 2024. Loose, dropping profanities, mocking everyone, including members of his team. “We have a man here who knows more about Medicaid, Medicare, medical crap than any human being. Where’s Dr. Oz? Where the hell are you, stand up,” Trump said, referring to Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. “It’s the most boring trip I’ve ever made. He’s telling me about Medicare, Medicaid. All I want to do is take care of you, I don’t care. I said, ‘You work out the details.’” I wrote up the speech, as Trump headed to West Palm Beach to deliver more remarks a few hours later. The White House didn’t like my story. Their rapid-response team called it the work of a “total loser”4 and “a miserable TDS-ridden moron.” You can be the judge of whether it’s a fair story or the product of someone afflicted with “TDS.” (The White House’s shorthand for “Trump Derangement Syndrome.”) I’ve pasted the story below with a gift link, meaning that you don’t need to be a Washington Post subscriber to read it. It might prompt you for an email address, though. Meanwhile, I’ll be down in Florida for the rest of the weekend, covering the president. It’s TBD whether those stories will be deemed TDS-afflicted, too. 1 Jonathan details the past six months of ballroom fallout, reactions and the implications for executive authority here. I also had a great time talking about Trump’s ballroom and other projects with Australia’s ABC News Daily on a podcast this week. 2 The judge allowed underground construction and national security-related work to continue. But that hasn’t been enough for Trump, who says the ballroom itself is essential for his protection. 3 The ballroom donors include companies like Palantir, Google and Amazon. For transparency, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos owns The Washington Post, where I work. No one has ever interfered with our team’s coverage of the ballroom or our mentions of Amazon or Bezos, and if that changed, I’d speak out. 4 To be fair, I’ve spent the morning working on stories and writing this Substack post rather than enjoying the beautiful Florida weather. So they may be onto something about who’s winning and who’s losing.
Bournemouth v Crystal Palace: Key stats and talking points
Bournemouth and Crystal Palace, two teams with Europe on their minds, meet at Vitality Stadium on Sunday. The Andoni Iraola farewell party continues with the Cherries seeking to go unbeaten for a 15th consecutive Premier League match, the longest current such run in the top flight. Only two teams have had a 14-plus game unbeaten run within a season and finished outside the top six: that was Wimbledon in 1996-97 and Chelsea – who have been linked with a move for Iraola - in 2015-16.
First malaria drug for babies is approved in ‘major public health milestone’
WHO prequalification of Coartem Baby means newborns can be safely treated rather than using medication for older children
Pentagon orders withdrawal of 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany as Trump escalates feud with Merz
The Pentagon confirmed the withdrawal of approximately 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany as tensions between Trump and Chancellor Merz intensify.
NOLA.com's Live from Jazz Fest: Picking between Eagles, Alabama Shakes, T-Pain, more
See Keith Spera’s strategy for the Saturday cubes—tune in to find out! Today's live show is presented by Explore Louisiana and New Orleans and Company.
Scientists sound alarm as dangerous amoebas spread globally
Free-living amoebae are emerging as a global health concern, fueled by warming temperatures and outdated water systems. While many are harmless, some can cause deadly infections and even protect other dangerous microbes. Their ability to survive heat and disinfectants makes them especially hard to control. Scientists say improved surveillance and water treatment are urgently needed.
University of Montevallo cuts several sports team, merges departments
The University of Montevallo are cutting several sports teams and merging two departments in one of "many other difficult decisions" to balance their budget.
Alabama becomes second state to move to redraw maps after Supreme Court ruling
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday announced the Republican-controlled state legislature will hold a special session next week to pave the way for redistricting – becoming the second state to take action following the Supreme Court’s decision further weakening the Voting Rights Act.
Maine nurses demand Maine Health cancel its contract with Palantir Technologies
Maine Medical Center Nurses are demanding that Maine Health cancel its contract with Palantir Technologies, the tech company powering ICE surveillance.
Alabama governor calls special session to move primaries for redistricting, while Georgia passes
Following a seismic Supreme Court ruling on race and redistricting, Alabama lawmakers are planning to reschedule their primary to redraw state maps, if the court allows.
Entertainment: Kamehameha Song Contest, Met Gala
Don't miss out on the 106th Annual Kamehameha Schools Song Contest tonight. Preshow is at 6:30 on K5. With the live competition at 7:30 pm.
May Day protests across Europe and Asia turn into anti-American, anti-Israel political battlegrounds
May Day demonstrations across multiple continents escalated into clashes as traditional labor protests increasingly became vehicles for anti-war and anti-Israel political movements.
Oscar is lost then found after director forced to check it on flight out of JFK
He co-directed "Mr. Nobody Against Putin"
Oscar is lost then found after director forced to check it on flight out of JFK
He co-directed "Mr. Nobody Against Putin"
Rice students bring health care to rural regions through new app
Three Rice University students spent their spring break piloting a mobile health platform designed to support community health workers in underserved regions, including Guatemala, Kenya and Colombia.
Cincinnati's Charter Committee must get louder or get lost
Opinion: Cincinnati's one-party dominance is weakening debate and accountability. The Charter Committee must evolve to restore balance.
JAKKS Pacific Balances Q1 Headwinds, Builds Toward Entertainment-Driven Year
Retail caution lingers as Mario, Disney, and licensing fuel the pipeline.
Ecovyst Announces Agreement to Acquire Calabrian Sulfur Dioxide & Sulfur Derivatives Business
/PRNewswire/ -- Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT), a leading provider of virgin sulfuric acid and regenerated sulfuric acid products and services ("Ecovyst"),...
Appreciating science teacher Noor Jubeh
Teacher appreciation week: Noor Jubeh teachers her middle school and high school science students at Salam High School on February 16, 2026.
Lubbock business news includes Miranda Lambert, Quext, ice cream
Business Reporter Alana Edgin reviews recent Lubbock area business news and hints at upcoming articles in the weekly Around the Hub column.
What’s changed about the 2028 Democratic presidential field? Kamala Harris
It’s too early to start really handicapping the 2028 presidential race, but some would-be candidates are already making serious moves.
Today’s Papers: Forza Calcio, Malagò progress, Gervasoni deposition
La Gazzetta dello SportOnly Milan Modric has decidedDoesn’t want to finish on an injury, another year in Rossonero to play in the Champions League with Allegri, or it’s goodbye to footballThe Scu...
Pleasant Valley runner balances record-breaking relay with national science competition
Dillon Krause ran on the Pleasant Valley boys 4x400 relay team that set a school record at the Drake Relays while preparing for a national science competition.
Universal health-care event featuring mayor set for West Seattle in May
A statewide organization campaigning for universal health care is coming to West Seattle for its next major event. The organization Whole Washington will gather supporters for a gala at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center on Saturday, May 16. Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is scheduled to be one of the guest speakers, as is State Rep. Shaun Scott. ...
Mobile Sports Hall of Fame announces class of 2026
The Mobile Sports Hall of Fame announced the names of the four newest inductees to the class of 2026.
Press gala shooter / Political violence / Iran war price tag
Saturday’s attack at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner was the third assassination attempt on President Trump.Host Mary Louise Kelly speaks with NPR National Security Correspondent Greg Myre and NPR Justice Correspondent Ryan Lucas about what the attack says about the state of political violence in the U.S. and the debate over whether the Secret Service was ready to protect Trump and those around him. Email the show at sourcesandmethods@npr.orgNPR+ supporters hear every episode without sponsor messages and unlock access to our complete archive. Sign up at plus.npr.org.
Premier League predictions and best bets: Another 1-0 to the Arsenal?
Watch Leeds vs Burnley, Arsenal vs Fulham, Bournemouth vs Crystal Palace, Man Utd vs Liverpool, Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest and Everton vs Manchester City live on Sky Sports; play Super 6 for a chance to win £250,000!
Disney cuts some tech employees' stock-based compensation
Disney is cutting some employees' maximum stock awards to 25% of their base salaries, from 35%.
Holmes Convocation Center creates a ‘Holme’ for arts, entertainment in Boone
For many years, Boone has been well known for its music scene. From bluegrass legend Doc Watson to High-Country-formed Rainbow Kitten Surprise, music has always been an important staple for the town. With this comes the absolute cruciality of a versatile venue for all kinds of entertainment. In 2020, App State Athletics invited Luke Combs...
Roundtable reactions to the Ravens reuniting with Calais Campbell
Baltimore Beatdown’s staff reacts to the Ravens’ reunion with Calais Campbell.
Registered nurses, allies to demand Maine Health cancel contract with Palantir Technologies
Maine Medical Center registered nurses will hold a press conference on Friday, May 1 in Portland to demand Maine Health cancel its contract with Palantir Technologies. Joined by their allies in the Purge Palantir campaign, nurses will detail why leaders of Maine’s public institutions and health care organizations should refuse collaborations with the surveillance software giant.
Where CBS Sports has Alabama football in post-spring top 25 rankings
CBS Sports cites 'reduced confidence' in Alabama football as part of its post-spring ranking of the Crimson Tide entering Year 3 under Kalen DeBoer.
Throwing 85 mph, Brandon Woodruff leaves start in second inning
Brandon Woodruff's velocity was alarmingly low, leading to the Brewers taking him out early on April 30
Samsung reportedly prepares Galaxy Book laptops running Android with One UI 9 skin
As Google’s “Aluminium” OS slowly makes it way to launch, a new report reveals that Samsung is preparing new Galaxy...
RWJBarnabas Health Mental Wellness Challenge
Are YOU ready to hit the reset button for a healthier, more balanced life? The 31-Day RWJBarnabas Health Mental Wellness Challenge starts May 1st!
Surprising obesity discovery rewrites decades of fat metabolism science
A key protein involved in fat metabolism has been found to do more than scientists once thought. Instead of just releasing fat, it helps maintain healthy fat tissue and balance in the body. When it’s missing or disrupted, the results can be surprisingly harmful. This finding reshapes how researchers think about obesity and metabolic disease.
What Does the National Science Board Do? Experts Warn Board’s Firing Could Endanger NSF Independence, U.S. Scientific Leadership
The recent news that President Trump notified all 22 members of the National Science Board that they were being dismissed, effective immediately, has caused alarm in the scientific community because of the body’s unique role in leading the National Science Foundation – one of the world’s premiere research-funding agencies.
The best new science fiction books of May 2026
New science fiction from big names including Ann Leckie, Alan Moore and Martha Wells are just some of the exciting crop of titles out this month
A bitter political race turns Alabama Muslims into a target: ‘We are proud Americans’
Jay Mitchell and Katherine Robertson have both referred to Muslims in campaign ads.
In 1987, a Student Set Out to Fix a Mac Problem. The Code Spiraled Out of Control, and He Ended up Creating "Photoshop"
A routine display fix on a 1987 Macintosh mutated into an unwieldy codebase. Industry doors shut. Then a single meeting at Adobe altered software history.
Better Business Bureau: Protect bank account information
BBB of the Mid-South President and CEO Randy Hutchinson discusses weekly how consumers can protect assets and avoid scams.
Alarm over Trump’s dismissal of entire science advisory board
Leaders dismayed as 22-member panel advising on National Science Foundation abruptly let go
Super Mario Galaxy 2 1.4.0 update out now, patch notes - includes new story in storybook
Patch notes now available for new version 1.4.0 update for Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Nintendo Switch, including new story in the storybook.
Linux cryptographic code flaw offers fast route to root
: Patches land for authencesn flaw enabling local privilege escalation
Viewpoint: A career in science is possible, and worth it
Starting a career in science is exciting, but also demanding, with researchers often faced with intense competition, long working hours and high levels of stress. A pioneer in the field of mass spectrometry, Carol Robinson has been there. She speaks with Science|Business on the importance of creating a supportive environment, particularly for women.Robinson did not wake up one day thinking that she would become a scientist. It was only late in school that she developed an interest in chemistry. “The more you work at something, the more you think, actually, this is fascinating. So, I went much further and deeper than I ever needed to pass the exam. And then I loved it,” she says. “I thought, I’m going to give it my all. I’m going to enjoy it while I’m here. But I didn’t think this would be my career for 50 odd years.”She left school at 16 to become a lab technician with the drug company Pfizer, which is where she first worked with mass spectrometry. Fascinated, she was encouraged to take a part-time degree and then a PhD. She went on to do pioneering work in native mass spectrometry, a technique that is used to study protein structures in their natural state, paving the way for breakthroughs in drug discovery. She also broke new ground by becoming the first female professor of chemistry at the University of Cambridge, and then the first female professor of chemistry at the University of Oxford, her current home.She now wants to show young researchers that a career in science is worth it. “Sometimes, I believe the culture isn’t very encouraging, and that’s something I have worked on,” Robinson says.In 2021, she launched the Kavli Institute for Nanoscience Discovery at Oxford, whose acronym gives a sense of what she hopes it will achieve. “Maybe it is corny,” she says. “It’s just a reminder that I would like it if we could all be kind to each other and supportive, especially for early-career researchers of either gender, because there’s quite a big attrition rate in science, and maybe it just doesn’t feel like a very friendly place to work.”And yet, a career in science comes with a lot of flexibility. “There are few careers where you have that amount of freedom, to go to conferences, to the library. Just because you didn’t see me didn’t mean I wasn’t working,” she says. “And I’m excited to come in every day. So, I don’t want people to think it’s a terrible place.”Gender equality is also important when it comes to the quality of science as a career. “The more women we have, the better it becomes,” Robinson adds.Imposter syndromeAccording to EU data, women outnumber men in university education but account for just about a third of graduates in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (Stem). And while the number of women working as scientists and engineers in the 27-member bloc is on the rise, their representation remains below that of men, at 41%. This discrepancy is even more pronounced in top-tier functions across these fields, where women fill just 20% of positions.Having supervised many young scientists, Robinson sees that women continue to have a greater propensity than men to doubt their abilities, a feeling she once shared. “When I was doing my PhD at the University at Cambridge, I really felt like an imposter,” she says. “I don’t think I ever felt I deserved to be there or owned it and was proud. I just thought I was lucky.” Later on, she adds, “I was always that person who said, I can’t apply yet because my CV is not strong enough.”She has now made it her job to encourage women to break with this imposter syndrome. For example, rather than calling for volunteers to give a lecture in the groups that she mentors or teaches, which nearly always results in men stepping forward, she goes straight to the women, “because I know they won’t push themselves forward.”But the gender gap in science is not just down to imposter syndrome. The “obvious” reason, Robinson says, and the reason that is on everybody’s mind when discussing workplace gender equality, is the balance between work and raising a family. Her own path was to choose between the two, taking an eight-year break after completing a postdoctoral training fellowship to bring up three children. And she continues to advise women not to work part-time while they raise a family. “You’ll just get half the pay and continue to work full-time because you are not able to fit everything in,” she says. “You should be able to have a family and come back to have the career that you want.”The solution is for men to also take career breaks. “That kind of evens it up, so that it’s not such a big thing for women,” Robinson says. “I always encourage men in my groups to do that. I think it’s important to take your share of the duties.”Support produces resultsAccording to the Women in Stem Network, a UK advocacy group, countries with strong childcare systems and equal pay policies retain more women in technical careers. In Europe, these are primarily found in the Nordic region and parts of central Europe.At the EU level, the European Commission asks all Horizon Europe applicant organisations to have a gender action plan in place. Since this criterion was introduced in 2021, the share of women leading consortia has increased to 31%, against 23% in Horizon 2020. Their overall participation, however, has risen just 1%, to 38%. After trying to weaken the requirement for gender action plans in 2025, the Commission now intends to adopt a plan for supporting women in research and innovation.Related articlesCommission scraps plan to water down gender requirements in HorizonHow gender balance can swing who wins Horizon Europe fundingRobinson herself has benefited from three Advanced Grants from the European Research Council. “I was extremely honoured and privileged to get those, because they really allowed me to fuel my passion,” she says. “Without that, it would have been a much harder slog.”Beyond applying gender rules, she says that more work is needed on translational enterprise, where women are, once again, largely underrepresented. The European Patent Office found that only 13.8% of applications were filed by women in 2022. “We have so many more women doing amazing science; why do they feel it’s not a thing to have a company?” she asks.She founded her own spin-out company, OMass Technologies, in 2016, and remains chair of its scientific advisory board now that it trades as OMass Therapeutics. As for research, Robinson is now studying how changes in the brain may be linked to depression, using port-mortem tissue. “We’re hoping to publish soon,” she says. “We had to consult with a lot of people who knew a lot more about the brain than we did. So, we’ve learnt a lot, and that’s always a lot of fun to learn a new thing. That’s what keeps you going.”
Undermanned Wolves try to eliminate balanced Nuggets in Game 6
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Downtown eatery owners purchase Santa Fe landmark El Farol
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Sony clarifies recent PlayStation DRM update
PlayStation fans and gaming preservations have been alarmed since late last week that a new 30-day timer attached attached to newly-purchased digital games for PlayStation 4 and 5 might render those games unplayable if the system they’re on is offline for longer than a month. But a rep from Sony told Game File today that new system will require only a single online check before it functions as a perpetual license for the digitally purchased game. That is consistent with a newer theory that emerged by gamers testing the 30-day timer over the last two days. “Players can continue to access and play their purchased games as usual,” a rep for PlayStation told me over email. “A one-time online check is required after purchase to confirm the game’s license, after which no further check-ins are needed.” The rep’s explanation squares with the current understanding among players about what’s happening. A multi-day mystery A post last Friday by YouTuber Lance MacDonald spread awareness over the 30-day timer. Quickly, players began stress-testing the system, removing a battery within their PlayStations and checking what would happen if their systems were offline past the timer window. They noticed that setting a PS4 or PS5 to be the “primary” console—a common Sony-authorized method to retain rights to a digital game—wasn’t overriding the 30-day limit. On Tuesday came the breakthrough: A gamer called Andshrew on the Resetera forums posted the results of some tasting. They found that digital games purchased on PS4/PS5 after some time in mid-April would get a 30-day timer that could then be removed and replaced with a perpetual license that would allow the game to be played offline. The transition to the perpetual license occurred some number of days after the digital game was purchased and the system was connected to the internet. They believed that a PlayStation’s online check-in would trigger the license change no sooner than 15 days after the user had purchased the game. This synced with the theory that Sony’s new system is related to the 14-day window that PlayStation users have to request a refund for digitally purchased games. The new timer/check-in system could be a way to defeat some exploit in that refund system, some users theorized. Game File is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe In a follow-up, I asked the Sony rep if the 15-day timeline is accurate or if the perpetual license can be activated sooner after purchase. If they share more, I’ll update this post. Sony has not said why they’ve introduced the timer and whether it is designed to stop people from exploiting the refund system. But their explanation suggests that this new DRM method should not result in long-term loss of access to digitally purchased games, just because a PlayStation is offline for a month or Sony’s servers are down. Xbox flashback For many some gamers, the initial reporting of the 30-day timer conjured memories of Microsoft’s disastrous May 2013 announcement of the Xbox One, which was going to require an internet-connected check-in once a day, lest your games become unplayable.1 After widespread backlash, Microsoft abandoned that plan, ahead of the Xbox One’s launch. 1 Fun fact: That 24-hour check-in detail was my scoop from an interview I had that day with then-Xbox exec Phil Harrison. I was EiC of Kotaku at the time and rushing from one Xbox One preview appointment on Microsoft’s campus to another. I phoned the news in to reporter Jason Schreier, who wrote it up for the site.
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Meta Deal Reversal Deepens Split Between China and Silicon Valley
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