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Rock Health Founder Pens Playbook for Healthcare Entrepreneurs
Halle Tecco wanted to see tech used for better medical services and getting people engaged in their own health. Now, she’s written a book on how she went about it.
Metro district legislation provides pragmatic, meaningful solution
By Sam Nizam Colorado needs more transparency and accountability in government… at all levels. And during the 2025 legislative session, one such bill made it through the process, improving transparency at the closest local level: metro districts. House Bill 25-1219, sponsored by Reps. Jacque Phillips and Carlos Barron and Sens. Kyle Mullica and Lisa Frizell, […]
United States and Madagascar to Implement $175 Million Five-Year Health MOU - U.S. Embassy in Madagascar
United States and Madagascar to Implement $175 Million Five-Year Health MOU U.S. and Malagasy health officials are convening in Antananarivo for a two-day joint review process, marking the first major step in implementing the strategic health cooperation framework established in the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two countries in December 2025. The MoU outlines the structure and terms of U.S. support to Madagascar’s health sector from 2026 through 2030, with a total commitment of $134,305,000 from the U.S. Government and $41,216,252 from the Government of Madagascar working jointly to address malaria, maternal and child health, polio and global health security issues. This approach reflects the America First Global Health Strategy by prioritizing effective, results-driven cooperation that advances mutual health security and supports Madagascar’s progress toward self-reliance and independence from foreign assistance. The events bring together U.S. Government health experts and Madagascar’s Ministry of Public Health leadership to conduct a comprehensive review of seven major health programs currently supported by United States funding, discussing current activities, and developing recommendations for programs to align with the signed Memorandum of Understanding, which advances both the America First Global Health Strategy and the Government of Madagascar’s goals. “This memorandum sets the course for U.S. strategic cooperation and support to Madagascar’s health sector over the next five years,” said Chargé d’Affaires Stephanie Arnold at the workshop’s opening. This review will help determine how to maximize the effectiveness and impact of these programs, ensuring resources provided by U.S. taxpayer dollars are used wisely,” she added. “By working together to address global health challenges, we demonstrate America’s leadership and commitment to a safer, healthier world, making both the United States and Madagascar healthier and stronger.” Under President Trump’s leadership, the United States is implementing a Global Health Strategy for foreign assistance that emphasizes increased host country ownership, resilient health systems and human resource capacity to reduce dependency, maintaining frontline support to reduce infectious disease threats, and strong performance monitoring systems for accountability and service delivery. “Diseases do not respect borders, and when we support Madagascar’s capacity to detect, prevent, and respond to infectious disease threats, we are contributing to global health security that benefits communities both here and in the United States,” Arnold emphasized, noting that “The MoU represents a commitment to transparency, accountability, and results.” The United States recognizes the commitment of Malagasy leadership in prioritizing investment of time and significant resources on the healthcare of their own citizens. With recent changes in leadership, Madagascar has an opportunity to strengthen governance, improve performance, and move forward toward greater self-reliance, particularly in the healthcare sector. Through strategic focus and thoughtful collaboration under this MoU, U.S. health programs in Madagascar will deliver meaningful results that advance both countries’ interests while supporting Madagascar’s journey toward greater self-reliance and a healthy future.
Houston Rockets vs. Charlotte Hornets game preview
Since the last time these teams met, the Houston Rockets actually won a couple of games and looked like a real basketball team before the All-Star break came and, well…you know. The Charlotte Hornets finally lost a game while getting into a big fight with the Detroit Pistons. Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabate are suspended […]
Excess of ultra-processed foods is a ‘public health crisis,’ senior MAHA advisor says
Senior ‘Make America Healthy Again’ advisor Calley Means discusses the Trump administration’s push to combat ultra-processed and unsafe foods on ‘Jesse Watters Primetime.’
From the sports desk: Three overtimes, three thrilling men’s hockey finishes
Quinn Hughes’ goal beats Sweden and sends Team USA to the semifinals.
From the sports desk: Three overtimes, three thrilling men’s hockey finishes
Quinn Hughes’ goal beats Sweden and sends Team USA to the semifinals.
Trump faces a major Iran decision: From the Politics Desk
Plus, another state joins the national redistricting fight.
U2's New Music Honors Renee Good and Draws Inspiration From World Events
LOS ANGELES (AP) — U2 is returning with its first collection of new songs in nearly a decade, opening with a tribute to Renee Good, the Minnesota mom fatally shot by a federal agent during this winter's massive immigration crackdown. The Irish rock band released the six-song EP “U2 - Days of Ash” on ...
Kevin Durant asked directly about burner account at Rockets practice
What did Kevin Durant say about allegations he used burner phone to post critical comments against Devin Booker, others? Video from Rockets practice.
What is the Rock Creek Entertainment District? Project plans, challenges
Approval of the Rock Creek Entertainment District plan has cleared a path for Norman’s upcoming development project in University North Park, a retail area in north Norman. Legal hurdles and
What’s Causing Antarctica’s Strange “Gravity Hole”? Scientists Finally Solve the Mystery
A mysterious dip in Earth’s gravity beneath Antarctica traces back to slow-moving rocks deep underground.
NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya will take over leadership of CDC temporarily
The transition is the latest in a monthslong series of leadership shakeups across federal health agencies.
After hitting bottom twice following Olympic glory, Nick Goepper finds joy once again
The halfpipe skier experienced addiction, depression and legal troubles after he medaled at the 2014 Olympics.
UAE president met U.S. senator Lindsay Graham in Abu Dhabi after health concerns
Graham, writing on X, said he met the UAE president for an hour and a half and dismissed those “perpetuating false narratives against the United Arab Emirates and President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed.”
Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines still processing unprecedented success
A year after accidentally revealing his biggest personal secret on the Broyles Award stage, Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines returned and won the trophy as college football's top assistant
Colorado group pursues ballot measure to pave the way for a new congressional map
The group is aiming to bypass Colorado's independent redistricting commission to put a Democratic-friendly map in place for the 2028 and 2030 elections.
Five Berkeley Lab Scientists Receive DOE Early Career Research Awards
Five scientists from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) have received Early Career Research Program (ECRP) awards from the Department of Energy. The ECRP program, now in its 16th year, was established to bolster the nation’s scientific workforce by supporting exceptional researchers at the outset of their careers, when many scientists do their most formative work. Recipients use the funding to pursue projects that have the potential to solve scientific challenges and advance the country’s STEM capabilities. To be eligible for the program, a researcher must be an untenured, tenure-track assistant or associate professor at a U.S. academic institution, or a full-time employee at a DOE national laboratory or Office of Science user facility, who is within 10 years of having earned their doctorate. Awards to an institution of higher education will be approximately $875,000 over five years, and awards to a DOE national laboratory or Office of Science user facility will be approximately $2,750,000 over five years. This year’s Berkeley Lab awardees and their projects are listed below: Timon Heim: Better detectors for more powerful particle colliders Timon Heim is a staff scientist in the Physics Division. His ECRP project will develop a new type of detector that can track the particles generated by collisions in particle colliders with high spatial and temporal resolution. Current detectors in use at high-energy colliders, like the ATLAS detector at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN, can track the trajectory and measure momentum of particles, but they can’t track a particle’s time of arrival with sufficient precision to discern from which of the many particle interactions they originate. Heim’s proposed technology — called a 4D tracking detector, because it captures data about particles’ positions in space and time — aims to solve this challenge, allowing researchers to glean more precise data from collision experiments to uncover new insights into fundamental forces and potentially discover new particles. The enhanced capabilities of 4D detectors will be a necessity for experiments at future colliders, such as the Muon Collider or Future Circular Collider. The project will develop custom microelectronics that process the signal of a pixelated silicon sensor that can register charged particles passing through it in an extreme radiation environment that these colliders produce during operation. The goal is to measure individual particles’ position with 50-micro-meter spatial and 50 pico-second (one trillionth of a second) temporal precision, for an incoming flux of around 1 billion particles per second per square centimeter. Harrison Lisabeth: Studying underground processes to unleash abundant energy Harrison Lisabeth is a research scientist in the Energy Geoscience Division focused on combining real-world experiments and AI to guide development of geothermal energy systems. His project will explore how deep underground rock formations – where geothermal wells are dug – are stressed by chemical reactions of the minerals and mechanical strain from movements in the Earth. A better understanding of subsurface stresses is essential to engineer safe and reliable geothermal wells that access the heat of deep rocks to produce electricity. It is estimated that the U.S. could generate ten times the amount of energy needed to power the grid using geothermal sources. Lisabeth plans to simulate how minerals grow, dissolve, and influence the behavior of surrounding rock in geothermal reservoirs by tracking chemical changes in rock samples under pressure in the lab. The project will also develop machine learning models to predict geologic strain based on field measurements and refine existing models that describe how common rock types deform under stress. Combining these approaches, Lisabeth hopes to develop a framework to predict stress to improve stability and longevity of geothermal wells. Daniel Carney: Pushing the quantum boundaries of particle measurement Daniel Carney is a staff scientist in the Physics Division who uses quantum information science to study particle physics and gravity. At very small scales, “quantum noise” — random fluctuations from the act of measurement — can drown out faint signals from rare processes. Carney’s ECRP project, “Fundamental Physics at the Quantum Limits of Measurement,” aims to build a new mechanical quantum sensor that can measure extremely small particle interactions below the limits of that quantum noise. The approach uses lasers to hold a tiny bead containing radioactive atoms; when one decays, the system measures the bead’s motion and the energy of any particles emitted. The experiment’s initial goal is to search for heavy sterile neutrinos, hypothetical particles predicted by some extensions of the Standard Model. The system could also help measure the mass of the neutrino, study the way particles interact through the electromagnetic and weak forces, and hunt for low-mass dark matter — all unsolved mysteries in particle physics. Callum Wilkinson: Using machine learning to demystify neutrinos Callum Wilkinson is a staff scientist in the Physics Division and part of the international Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) hosted by Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. DUNE will create an intense beam of neutrinos that interact in detectors in Illinois and, after an 800-mile journey through the earth, in massive detectors in South Dakota. By precisely measuring neutrinos and how they change, researchers will get a better understanding of their fundamental properties and whether they are responsible for why there is so much more matter than antimatter in our universe. Wilkinson’s ECRP project will apply two machine learning techniques to improve the analysis of DUNE’s data and enhance the experiment’s precision. One approach will look for hidden patterns in how neutrinos interact and produce low-energy particles, while the other will help correct for distortions in what the detectors record. The methods will be tested on one of DUNE’s prototype detectors and could be used in other neutrino experiments, improving their measurements and helping scientists build better models. Aditi Krishnapriyan: Machine learning methods that scale as datasets grow Aditi Krishnapriyan is a faculty scientist in Berkeley Lab’s Applied Mathematics and Computational Research Division (AMCR) and assistant professor at UC Berkeley. Her project, awarded through UC Berkeley, will develop machine learning methods that scale with dataset size for modeling complex, multi-scale phenomena. The resulting tools can be applied in a wide range of research, including the study of new electrolytes for batteries or the examination of molecular interactions. ### Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) is committed to groundbreaking research focused on discovery science and solutions for abundant and reliable energy supplies. The lab’s expertise spans materials, chemistry, physics, biology, earth and environmental science, mathematics, and computing. Researchers from around the world rely on the lab’s world-class scientific facilities for their own pioneering research. Founded in 1931 on the belief that the biggest problems are best addressed by teams, Berkeley Lab and its scientists have been recognized with 17 Nobel Prizes. Berkeley Lab is a multiprogram national laboratory managed by the University of California for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science. DOE’s Office of Science is the single largest supporter of basic research in the physical sciences in the United States, and is working to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. For more information, please visit energy.gov/science.
Public health, green groups sue EPA over repeal of rule supporting climate protections
The Obama-era finding underpins nearly all climate regulations under the Clean Air Act.
Want To Grow Revenue In A Small Business? This Study Suggests That Adopting AI Can Help.
Research by payroll provider Gusto indicates that small businesses that integrate AI into their processes and work flows see improvements in revenue—and hire more.
Two summer hopefuls find their Olympic debuts on snow and ice
Anna Gibson and Jadin O’Brien had hoped to make Team USA for the Paris Games, but will make their Olympic debuts this week in Milan Cortina.
A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock Hall
The exhibit opens May 15 at the Cleveland home of the Hall, where McCartney has been inducted twice.
Business Restructuring Review
In This Issue: The Year in Bankruptcy: 2025 A brief chronicle of the year's notable developments in corporate bankruptcy and restructuring, including business bankruptcy filings, significant court rulings, and legislative developments. [read more …] U.S. Bankruptcy Court Denies Chapter 15 Recognition of Maltese Liquidation Absent Evidence of Meaningful Activities Supporting Finding of COMI or Establishment in Malta In In re Geden Holdings, Ltd., No. 25-90138, 2025 WL 2484883 (Bankr. S.D. Tex. Aug. 28, 2025), stay pending appeal denied, No. 25-90138, 2026 WL 97993 (Bankr. S.D. Tex. Jan. 13, 2026), the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas ruled that, for purposes of recognition under chapter 15 of the Bankruptcy Code, although a foreign debtor may have had its center of main interests ("COMI") or an establishment in Malta when a liquidation proceeding was commenced for it in a Maltese court in 2017, the absence of any meaningful activity by the debtor's liquidator from that time until the liquidator filed a chapter 15 petition in the United States more than five years later meant that the debtor had neither a COMI nor an establishment in Malta on the chapter 15 petition date. The court accordingly denied the petition for recognition. [read more …] The Ninth Circuit's Expansive Reading of "Financial Accommodations" that Cannot Be Assumed or Assigned in Bankruptcy It is generally well understood that agreements to extend credit or provide financing to a debtor cannot be assumed or assigned in bankruptcy. Even so, the provision of the Bankruptcy Code that precludes assumption or assignment—section 365(c)(2)—also extends to "financial accommodations," a term that is not defined in the Bankruptcy Code and has been the subject of relatively few bankruptcy and appellate court rulings. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit examined the meaning of the term in In re Svenhard's Swedish Bakery, 154 F.4th 1100 (9th Cir. 2025). The court of appeals ruled that a deeply discounted settlement of pension plan withdrawal liability is a "financial accommodation" that cannot be assumed or assigned, thereby extending the reach of section 365(c)(2) well beyond conventional lending arrangements. [read more …] Pennsylvania District Court Applies "Hypothetical Test" in Determining that Patent License Agreement Is Assignable in Bankruptcy In Crivella Holdings Ltd. v. Mesearch Media Technologies Ltd., No. 2:25-cv-333, 2025 WL 2443400 (W.D. Pa. Aug. 25, 2025), the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania affirmed a bankruptcy court ruling denying a software licensor's motion for relief from the automatic stay to terminate the license agreement. The court found the license was assumable in bankruptcy under the Third Circuit's hypothetical test as a result of language in the agreement stating that it could be assigned to a "successor in interest" of the debtor without the licensor's further consent, thereby overriding federal patent law's general prohibition against the assignment of patents. [read more …] New York Bankruptcy Court Denies Motion to Terminate Chapter 15 Recognition and Dismiss Chapter 15 Case In In re Oi S.A., No. 23-10193 (LGB), 2025 WL 2806591 (Bankr. S.D.N.Y. Oct. 1, 2025), the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York considered whether chapter 15 recognition of a debtor's Brazilian restructuring proceeding should be terminated and the case dismissed due to the debtors' financial deterioration and inability to satisfy its restructuring plan obligations after entry of the recognition order. The court denied the motion, concluding that recognition of the Brazilian proceeding and a court-approved restructuring plan for the debtors should not be terminated under section 1519(d) of the Bankruptcy Code—according to the court, the sole authority for revocation of chapter 15 recognition—because, among other things, the restructuring proceeding was still pending, the debtors might still need relief authorized under chapter 15, and the debtors' prospects for reorganizing under a hypothetical chapter 11 case were uncertain at best. It also found that no provision of the Bankruptcy Code authorizes the dismissal of a chapter 15 case. [read more …] Newsworthy Effective January 1, 2026, Jones Day welcomed Isel M. Perez (Miami), Andrew M. Butler (New York), Sid Pepels (Amsterdam), and Anna C. Bretting (Munich) to the partnership in the Business Restructuring & Reorganization Practice. Sid Pepels (Amsterdam) has been nominated for the Future Leader Award by the Global Restructuring Review, an organization that acknowledges and honors excellence within the global restructuring and insolvency sector. This award is designed to recognize exceptional contributions made by both individuals and firms in the field. The 2026 edition of Chambers UK recognized Ben Larkin (London) in the practice area Restructuring/Insolvency and Adam R. Brown (London) in the practice area Restructuring/Insolvency: Litigation. The 2026 edition of Chambers Asia-Pacific ranked Roger Dobson (Sydney) in the practice area Restructuring/Insolvency. An article written by Corinne Ball (New York) titled "Backstop Fees for Lenders in Chapter 11 Plans: Absent Market Test, Equality of Treatment Now Required in Fifth Circuit After 'ConvergeOne'" was published on November 12, 2025, in the New York Law Journal. An article written by Oliver S. Zeltner (Houston) titled "Delaware Bankruptcy Court: No Legal Authority for Chapter 11 Plan Gatekeeping Provision" was published on November 20, 2025, by Lexis Practical Guidance. An article written by Daniel J. Merrett (Atlanta) titled "First Impressions: Eleventh Circuit Rules that Annulment of Automatic Stay Does Not Violate U.S. Supreme Court's Prohibition of Nunc Pro Tunc Orders" was published on November 21, 2025, by Lexis Practical Guidance. An article written by Genna Ghaul (New York) titled "Iowa District Court: Avoidance Claims Cannot Be Encumbered by Pre-Bankruptcy Liens" was published on November 20, 2025, by Lexis Practical Guidance. An article written by Dan T. Moss (Washington/New York), Corinne Ball (New York), David S. Torborg (Washington), and Ben Rosenblum (New York) titled "New York Bankruptcy Court Rejects Challenge to Barnet Rule Permitting Foreign Debtors to Obtain Chapter 15 Recognition With Only Minimal U.S. Assets" was published on November 21, 2025, by Lexis Practical Guidance. The M&A Advisor has recognized the Silvergate Capital Corporation Bankruptcy case as the Chapter 11 Reorganization of the Year (over $5 billion) during its 20th Annual Turnaround Awards. Jones Day is listed among the professionals for the representation of Exploration Capital, which was led by Joshua M. Mester (Los Angeles). Lawyer Spotlight: Sid Pepels Sid Pepels, a partner in Jones Day's Amsterdam Office, litigates and advises clients on commercial and international insolvency matters, with a focus on complex restructurings and insolvencies. He has advised and litigated high-profile cases, including: the cross-border WHOA (Wet Homologatie Onderhands Akkoord) proceedings concerning Vroon Group and Diebold Nixdorf; proceedings on behalf of expropriated SNS Reaal bond holders against the Dutch State; the bankruptcy of Intertoys, the leading Dutch toys retailer; the restructuring of Oi, the Dutch finance vehicle of the Brazilian telecom giant; and Blokker, the leading Dutch home appliances retailer. Sid holds a Ph.D. in European insolvency law and regularly publishes in academic journals on topics of cross-border insolvency. He has been recognized in The Legal 500 Netherlands and was noted by his peers for being client-minded and a creative thinker with a "strong grasp of the law and strong interpersonal skills." Sid was also nominated for the "Future Leader" award at the Global Restructuring Review Awards 2025. He is a board member for the Netherlands Association for Comparative and International Insolvency Law and a NextGen member of the International Insolvency Institute.
Why voters hate Trump’s (pretty decent) economy
The data is solid. The vibes are atrocious. What gives?
Scientists may have just solved one of the strangest mysteries of Greenland’s ice sheet
Below the surface, Greenland’s ice appears to be churning up, a process one scientist described as akin to a “boiling pot of pasta”
After days of disappointment, Mikaela Shiffrin storms to slalom lead after first run
The American superstar skier holds a lead of nearly a second after the first of her two runs Wednesday.
From the sports desk: The ‘Blade Angels’ take the ice
Alysa Liu floats to third place, and Amber Glenn makes a costly mistake.
Trump administration backs Kalshi and Polymarket as states move to ban prediction markets
The Trump administration is throwing its support behind the prediction market operators Kalshi and Polymarket in a critical legal battle between the growing prediction market industry and states that wish to ban these platforms.
John Cornyn fights for political survival as early voting kicks off in Texas: From the Politics Desk
Plus, GOP support for a Trump-backed election bill grows in the Senate.
HMAC announces closure, forced by dispute with city over unpaid entertainment taxes
Harrisburg Midtown Art Center announced its closure on Tuesday, stating it couldn’t procure essential operating licenses from the city after failing to pay its entertainment taxes. “We acknowledge that entertainment tax is owed,” HMAC, which initially opened in 2009, wrote on Facebook. The venue has already been effectively closed for the past two weeks, according […]
Main Street begins legal process toward winddown
Main Street Sports Group has initiated its legal pathway to a winddown on Tuesday by issuing WARN notices to all employees, alerting them that, as of now their jobs will end in approximately 60 days when the NBA and NHL regular seasons conclude in mid-April.
Taking Magnesium? Avoid These 5 Drugs and Other Supplements, Expert Says
Magnesium is an increasingly popular supplement to help with sleep and more. Here's how to take it as effectively as possible.
Why couldn't Ilia Malinin handle the pressure? Sports psychologists offer their thoughts
The concept of pressure or high expectations is not unique to Malinin, though Olympic athletes vary with their mechanisms for dealing with it.
Now Pixel 9 phones can transfer files with AirDrop, too
Another win for cross-platform sharing.
Son of rock superstar to bring legacy act to Hershey
The performance pays tribute to the beloved classic rock group.
How to AirDrop on Android
We’re still processing the fact that Google randomly announced that it had figured out a solution to AirDrop to and from Pixel 10 and Pixel 9 phones with all of Apple’s devices... #AirDrop #Android
Sports tourism generates $42 million in economic impact last year
Nearly 43,000 room nights were booked, and a record number of 37 different sports played throughout 12 communities.
What Rev. Jesse Jackson's Family Shared About His Illness and Other Health Challenges Before His Death
The civil rights activist had been battling PSP, a rare neurodegenerative condition, for over a decade before his death.
Two legendary rock groups are coming to central Pa. for a concert
A double act of classic rock is coming to Hershey, with one group known for their roots inspiration and the other for their Latin rock influence.
Ilia Malinin admits he was not 'ready to handle' Olympic pressure
Malinin entered the 2026 Winter Games under an intense spotlight. He was heavily expected to win a gold medal but a shocking performance left him off the podium entirely.
NASA fired three rockets into the northern lights and the results are stunning
NASA has pulled off a high-flying aurora investigation, launching three rockets into the glowing northern lights over Alaska. One mission targeted mysterious dark patches called black auroras, while the twin GNEISS rockets created a 3D scan of the aurora’s electrical currents. All rockets reached their planned altitudes and returned strong data. The result: an unprecedented look at how these dazzling light shows are wired from space to sky.
This doctor is training AI to do her job. And it’s a booming business
AI models are trained on massive amounts of data. But that training doesn’t do much good without what’s known as “reinforcement learning,” a process that involves human experts teaching models the differences between good and bad responses.
Trump says Venezuela's acting leader 'has to say' Nicolás Maduro is the legitimate president
The U.S. captured Maduro in a stunning surprise raid last month.
Senate sends Small Business Growth Act to Gov. Morrisey’s desk
CHARLESTON – A bipartisan bill supported by both the West Virginia House of Delegates and state Senate meant to help small businesses gain access to investment dollars will now be the first bill to complete the legislative process. The Senate voted Monday to concur with changes made by the House to Senate Bill 1, the […]
West Virginia Senate sends Small Business Growth Act to Morrisey
CHARLESTON — A bipartisan bill supported by both the West Virginia House of Delegates and Senate meant to help small businesses gain access to investment dollars will now be the first to complete the legislative process. The Senate voted Monday to concur with changes made by the House to Senate Bill 1, the Small Business […]
RFK Jr. targets ultra-processed foods ‘loophole’
Click in for more news from The Hill{beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story RFK Jr. targets ultra-processed foods ‘loophole’ In a new “60 Minutes” i…
Republican congressman's anti-Muslim remark prompts calls for his resignation
Rep. Randy Fine's post on X drew fire from Democrats and a major Islamic civil rights group.
From the Sports Desk: Worth its wait in gold
Team USA won the women's hockey semifinal 5-0, Elana Meyers Taylor won her first gold and Japan made figure skating history.
Dee Snider tells fans he’s ‘not dying’ after leaving band amid health issues
(NEXSTAR) – Rock vocalist Dee Snider took a moment during his recent radio broadcast to explain that he’s “not dying” following news that he left Twisted Sister due to health issues. Twisted Sister…
Obama calls Los Angeles homelessness an ‘atrocity,’ criticizes 'losing' political strategy
Obama called Los Angeles homelessness an "atrocity" despite billions spent, warns current approach is "losing political strategy" for addressing crisis.
Penn State Health becomes sole owner of Lancaster County outpatient surgery center
Penn State Health has become the sole owner of a Lancaster County outpatient surgical center practice that completed more than 4,200 procedures last year.
The Dark Science History Series That Ties Elon Musk’s Rocketry To The Occult
The only thing stranger than science fiction is science fact. Dark Matters: Twisted But True, a short-lived documentary series hosted by genre legend John Noble, took this to the extreme in 2011. Ev...
Al Roker Drops Into 1 of His Favorite Bodyweight Exercises On Air
Wall squats are an isometric exercise that Al incorporates regularly into his at-home strength routine — and they have some impressive health benefits.
Divisive crosscurrents in Crockett-Talarico Senate showdown threaten Democratic unity
Meantime, Republicans have been locked in a bruising Senate fight for months, with little sign of a truce.
Leesburg residents, business owners skeptical of outdoor music permitting concept
The Leesburg Town Council is looking at a new individualized permitting process for outdoor music downtown, but business representatives and downtown residents alike were concerned about the potential changes at
Al Roker Offers Words of Encouragement After a Tough Week in Calming Instagram Videos
“It’s going to be another week, and we just have to get in there and get it done,” Al said.
Divisive crosscurrents in Crockett-Talarico Senate showdown threaten Democratic unity
Divisive online chatter in the Democratic Senate race between U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico could divide the party ahead of...
Rockville Science Center in search of $1 million for new home
Rockville Science Center is planning to vacate its property by May 1 as it seeks $1 million for a new home while continuing to host workshops for high school engineering students building drones, robots and more.
Is that carb ultra-processed? Here's a test even a kid can do
The latest nutrition guidelines urge Americans to avoid highly-processed food. But, when it comes to carbs, many people don't know which ones are ultra-processed. Here's an easy way to find out.
Kennedy says FDA "will act on" ultra-processed foods petition, but indicates no new rules
Kennedy warned of ultra-processed food dangers on "60 Minutes," but added: "I'm not saying that we're going to regulate" it.
Health regulators to review safety of processed ingredients, RFK Jr. says
The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke The safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe.
US health regulators to consider safety status of processed ingredients, RFK Jr. says
The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke the safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe and not contributing to health issues and obesity, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in remarks that aired on Sunday.
US Health Regulators to Consider Safety Status of Processed Ingredients, RFK Jr. Says
By Michelle Conlin NEW YORK, Feb 15 (Reuters) - The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke the safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe and not contributing to health issues and obesity, U.S. Health and ...
Kennedy Promises Action, Though Not Regulation, on Ultraprocessed Foods
The health secretary said the Food and Drug Administration would “act on” a request from a former F.D.A. commissioner to close a loophole on food safety.
Kennedy says he'll act on legal challenge to ultra-processed foods
Kennedy and his MAHA allies are increasingly focused on food issues as the midterms approach.
Human "biology was never intended to handle" ultraprocessed foods, former FDA head David Kessler warns
From the sports desk: The new Winter Olympics king
Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo, the Norwegian cross-country skier, won his ninth gold medal, giving him the most in Winter Olympics history.
A year of upheaval: RFK Jr. in Trump's Cabinet
The health secretary turned his agencies toward skepticism of processed food and vaccines, but he’s faced pushback at every turn — including from Republicans.
Obama derides social media 'clown show' in first comments since Trump's racist video post
In a podcast appearance, the former president said that where there was once "decorum," there now "doesn’t seem to be any shame."
Natrona County health and food inspections (2/6/26–2/12/26)
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department inspects restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, mobile food units, commissaries and
National Institutes of Health faces leadership vacuum as director positions sit open
More than half of the NIH's institutes and centers don’t have permanent directors, giving the Trump administration an unusual opportunity to reshape the agency. The latest departure came on Friday.
'First feline' Larry marks 15 years as Britain's political top cat
Downing Street's official rodent-catcher has served under six prime ministers, though reports of his mousing skills vary.
Valentine's Day rush boosts business at Rochester's Stever's Candies
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Valentine’s Day brings love and a flurry of activity to local businesses in Rochester. Stever’s Candies on Park Avenue is no exception. News10NBC’s Declan Stablow visited the shop to see how the holiday impacts business. Kevin Brocht, manager of Stever’s Candies, shared that Valentine’s Day is one of their busiest times of […]
2026 SuperMotocross Round 6 450 Updates from Seattle
Hunter Lawrence looks to hold onto the red plate as Ken Roczen and Eli Tomac hope to take it away from the Australian.
The New York Times
Casey Wasserman, an entertainment executive and chair of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics whose name recently surfaced in the Epstein files, said on Friday he has started the process of selling his...
Psychedelics may work by shutting down reality and unlocking memory
Psychedelics can quiet the brain’s visual input system, pushing it to replace missing details with vivid fragments from memory. Scientists found that slow, rhythmic brain waves help shift perception away from the outside world and toward internal recall — almost like dreaming while awake. By imaging glowing brain cells in mice, researchers watched this process unfold in real time.
From the sports desk: South America breaks 102-year drought
Brazil’s Lucas Pinheiro Braathen won gold in the men’s giant slalom, and Team USA's Jordan Stolz continued his run of dominance in speedskating.
When AI meets physics: Unlocking complex protein structures to accelerate biomedical breakthroughs
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how scientists understand proteins—these are working molecules that drive nearly every process in the human body, from cell growth and immune defense to ...
Ty Cobb rips Trump admin over political attacks: ‘All those people should be impeached’
Former White House lawyer Ty Cobb warned Friday that the Trump administration’s attacks on its perceived political enemies could lead to impeachment proceedings against top Cabinet officials …
HBCUs face uncertain future in the new age of professionalized college sports
While historically Black institutions have a fraction of the resources of college basketball blue bloods, some have a unique draw: "Nobody's going take care of you ... more than we are."
Casey Wasserman to sell entertainment agency amid backlash from Epstein ties
Casey Wasserman, the entertainment executive tapped by President Trump to chair the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, said late Friday that he is in the process of selling off his talent agency. The move,…
This breakthrough could finally unlock male birth control
Scientists at Michigan State University have uncovered the molecular “switch” that powers sperm for their final, high-speed dash toward an egg. By tracking how sperm use glucose as fuel, the team discovered how dormant cells suddenly flip into overdrive, burning energy in a carefully controlled, multi-step process. A key enzyme, aldolase, helps convert sugar into the burst of power needed for fertilization, while other enzymes act like traffic controllers directing the flow of fuel.
Trump vows voter ID requirements for the midterms, 'whether approved by Congress or not'
In social media posts on Friday, the president said that if Congress failed to approve legislation mandating voter ID, he would issue an executive order.
From the sports desk: The 'Quad God' is mortal
Ilia Malinin, expected to win figure skating gold, crashes to 8th place. ‘I blew it,’ he says.
Rocky planet discovered in outer orbit challenges planet formation theory
Astronomers have uncovered a distant planetary system that flips a long-standing rule of planet formation on its head. Around the small red dwarf star LHS 1903, scientists expected to find rocky planets close in and gas giants farther out — the same pattern seen in our own Solar System and hundreds of others. And at first, that’s exactly what they saw. But new observations revealed a surprise: the outermost planet appears to be rocky, not gaseous.
Incumbents brace for primary season: From the Politics Desk
Plus, what comes next after Chris Wright's meeting with Delcy Rodríguez.
Sam Rockwell Stars as a Time-Traveling Hero in Sci-Fi Comedy ‘Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die’
A time-travelling hero (Sam Rockwell) arrives at a diner on a quest to save the world from the excesses of artificial intelligence. He’s seen the future, when machines are in charge and humans are ens...
Scientists Think Asteroids May Have Provided the Ingredients for Life on Earth
A new study analyzes three asteroid and two meteorite samples to see if space rocks smacking into Earth could’ve helped kickstart life.
Judge blocks planned Trump administration health cuts to Democratic states
The Trump administration cannot proceed with plans to rescind $602 million in public health grants from four Democratic-led states, a federal judge in Illinois ruled Thursday. U.S. District Judge M…
'Not entertainment content:' Tennessee bill would ban livestreams of eviction proceedings
A Tennessee lawmaker is proposing legislation that would prohibit private individuals from livestreaming eviction proceedings in real time.House Bill 2041, spon
Virginia Supreme Court allows redistricting special election to move forward
Democrats placed a voter referendum on the ballot in April that could pave the way for a new congressional map that heavily favors their party.
Go time: A line-dance, live-entertainment hoedown at Gilley’s
“Urban Cowboy” Kirk Johnson, Las Vegas lounge favorite Ronnie Rose and classic country rock performer Michael Braun keep it kickin’ at Gilley’s at Treasure Island.
The No. 1 Morning Habit a Healthy Aging Expert Swears By
In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a longevity researcher reveals the first thing she does every morning to extend her healthspan.
Valentine’s 2026: How Galentine’s And Friendship Spending Are Expanding The Business Of Love
Valentine’s 2026 shows Galentine’s and friendship spending reshaping February, as shared wellbeing, dining and reciprocal gifting expand the modern relationship economy.
Epstein Revelations Rock Norway’s Political Elite
The Nordic country is undergoing a reckoning after leading political figures were revealed to have ties to the sex offender.
Members of Congress prepare to face angry, dissatisfied primary voters in 2026
The first round of primaries on March 3 includes examples of the type of incumbent challenges both parties will be dealing with all midterm year.
WEBTOON Entertainment (WBTN) Is Up 7.0% After Securities Fraud Case Proceeds Past Dismissal - Has The Bull Case Changed?
WEBTOON Entertainment is now facing an active securities fraud class action after a U.S. District Court in November 2025 denied its motion to dismiss allegations that it misled investors about Monthly Active Users at the time of its June 27, 2024 IPO. The court’s decision has prompted law firms to investigate potential breaches of fiduciary duty by WEBTOON’s officers and directors, raising fresh questions about its disclosure practices and governance controls. We’ll now examine how the...
Trump boasts of over $1.5b in political funds. How he chooses to spend it could rock the midterms.
President Trump says he's amassed a collection of campaign funds exceeding $1.5 billion, an unprecedented sum for a lame-duck president.
Trump boasts of over $1.5B in political funds. How he chooses to spend it could rock the midterms
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has bragged about building a political war chest exceeding $1.5 billion — a staggering sum that he can wield at his whim to shape November’s midterms and the…
Trump nominee stalls after GOP senator challenges him on remarks about Jews and Israel
Sen. John Curtis of Utah said he opposes Jeremy Carl for a State Department post in part because of his "anti-Israel views and insensitive remarks about the Jewish people."