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Is Germany benefitting yet from the crisis in US research?
Science|Business - Table.Media partnershipScience|Business has partnered with Table.Media, a leading source of news about higher education and research in Germany. Each week, we are publishing one of each other’s stories to give readers an even broader range of insight into R&D policy across Europe.Drawing over 500 participants, the German Academic International Network conference in San Francisco brings together researchers, universities, scientific organisations and policymakers in the US as part of an attempt to recruit international talent for Germany. It also serves as an annual barometer for the uncertainty triggered by the Trump administration’s science policies. As was the case last year, Germany’s political presence was unusually strong: federal lawmakers, nine state ministers of science and research, and federal research state secretary Marcus Pleyer all attended. Joybrato Mukherjee, president of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), has observed a marked shift at US universities a year after the Trump administration began sweeping interventions: the initial state of "shock and paralysis" has given way to a strategic approach to the situation. Universities are seeking new funding sources, mounting legal challenges against interventions and opening themselves up more to international collaborations, including with Germany, he said. Early-career international researchers with expiring visas are considered particularly vulnerable. Germany is benefiting from increased demand among this pool of young talent; the country’s 1,000 Minds Plus programme, designed in part to lure German academics back home, has already filled up around one-third of its capacity. Meanwhile, Markus Blume, Bavaria’s science minister and current chair of the federal Conference of Science Ministers, sees an "enormous outflow of talent from the US." An increasing number of international researchers want to leave. Applications to Canada have risen by 42% January, and those to Europe by 32%. Meanwhile, the number of people drawn to the US is plummeting. "In this context, Germany must position itself as a prime destination offering reliable conditions, institutional stability and academic freedom, including through smart collaborations," Blume told Table.Briefings.“Darkest hour”At the get-together in San Francisco, the former president of the US National Academy of Sciences, Marcia McNutt, highlighted the gravity of the situation on the ground in a keynote address. She described the present moment as the "darkest hour for the US scientific system." At the same time, she said that cooperation should be maintained, especially during a crisis. Established researchers in the US are less likely to leave. Ulrike Malmendier, a former member of the German Council of Economic Experts and an economist at Berkeley, explained why established researchers are not packing their bags and leaving the US in droves: working conditions and the concentration of talent at places like Berkeley and Stanford remain unparalleled. According to Peter-André Alt, managing director of the Wübben Foundation, which helps Germany attract international academics, political restrictions are not the only grievance voiced by US-based researchers. "There are evidently still many areas where, fortunately, unfettered research is possible," Alt told Table.Briefings. Instead, the primary complaint concerns the cost of living, which has "skyrocketed” to absurd levels. "Runaway inflation, like that currently seen in the US, is certainly no draw for young scientific talent,” he said. Return homeA growing number of early-career researchers from Germany appear to be considering a return home. Jörn Benzinger, who is responsible for recruiting early-career researchers from abroad at Ruhr University Bochum, reports numerous conversations with researchers who are taking a closer look at the German academic landscape."Germany has definitely moved more into the spotlight,” he said. States, university alliances and research organisations joined forces to recruit talent. Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg and North Rhine-Westphalia were prominently represented, as were alliances such as the Berlin University Alliance and the University Alliance Ruhr. Benzinger sums up Germany’s approach with a new formula: "collaboration is the new competition." He notes that it is becoming increasingly difficult for individual universities to gain international visibility, while regional research ecosystems and collaborations are growing in importance. Afraid to leaveThe crisis in the US academic sector is also straining transatlantic research relations. Benzinger reports that some US-based researchers had to decline brief invitations to Germany because they could not be certain of being allowed to re-enter the US afterward.He considers the simple poaching of researchers to be the wrong approach; what is needed, he says, are "reliable offers and long-term partnerships."However, Green Party politician Ayşe Asar, who also attended the conference, sees a significant need for improvement, particularly regarding career paths in Germany.While lifetime professorships and academic freedom certainly make Germany attractive, young researchers also require predictable career paths, tenure-track positions and flatter hierarchies.
Lamar Jackson has one goal for his 2026 rushing workload
Lamar Jackson addressed questions about his rushing workload and made it clear individual statistics aren't driving his approach.
UT San Antonio launches new undergraduate degree to address healthcare workforce needs in Texas
Students in the new Health Sciences program will be able to choose from six specialized tracks aligned with pre-professional pathways.
Stroke rehab should start early and address physical, cognitive and mental health
Guideline Highlights: Rehabilitation after a stroke should begin as soon as the individual is medically stable, ideally within 48 hours of the stroke, and should be personalized to address the person’s physical, cognitive, language and mental health...
Scam alert: Fake online listing uses Tanner business address to steal thousands
The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be on high alert for a vehicle sales scam operating online and falsely claiming to be located in North Alabama.
Food industry’s next challenge: Building a future-ready science workforce
The future of the food system may depend on more than scientific breakthroughs and technological innovation. According to a new white paper from the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), the industry must also address a growing workforce challenge: ensuring food professionals have the skills needed to apply those innovations effectively.
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan has business-as-usual approach to Jed York situation
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan addressed the situation surrounding Jed York's arrest.
COCC opens applications for 2026-27 Small Business Management Program
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) --- Central Oregon Community College's Small Business Development Center is accepting applications for its 2026-27 Small Business Management Program. The nine-month program is designed for established business owners looking to address challenges and develop strategies for growth. The program combines business coaching, peer learning and real-world case studies with individual advising from
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Pushes Unplanned Update to Address Fan Feedback
Infinity Ward has pushed an unplanned update for the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta in order to quickly address fan feedback.
Big Ten plans to address eligibility after TE waived by NFL team intends to join LSU, AP source says
A person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press that Big Ten administrators will discuss player eligibility a day after the agent for a player waived by the Cleveland Browns announced his client planned to go to LSU to use his fifth season of eligibility
How Trump's trade war with Canada could rattle states with key Senate races
President Donald Trump’s trade war with Canada is escalating as the midterm elections approach, threatening Republican efforts to address voters' economic concerns in a year when control of the U.S. Senate hinges on states along the border between the United States and its northern neighbor.
On Demand: Removing Structural and Financial Barriers ─ Region 7 Maternal Health ECHO® Session 3
Watch Session 3 of the Region 7 Maternal Health ECHO series to explore structural and financial barriers affecting maternal health and strategies to address them.
Parents can monitor teen Uber rides with new live-stream tool
Uber launches a live-stream feature, letting guardians view trips, as the company addresses safety concerns.
Scientists made edible cookies out of plastic
This innovation could help address both pollution and hunger. But would you eat one?
Lenovo Addresses Legion Go BIOS Update Bricking Gaming Handhelds
It was recently revealed in a handful of Reddit posts that an official Lenovo Legion Go BIOS update (N3CN42WW) was apparently causing the handheld gaming PCs to become unresponsive, with users claiming Lenovo told them they would be on the hook for repair costs. Now, nearly three weeks after the...
Catholic priest's new study Bible brings faith and science together for a doubting generation
Jesuit Father Robert Spitzer has created a new study Bible to address the questions of many young Catholics abandoning their faith in the name of science.
Kean Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Fund Mental Health Support for First Responders
(August 24, 2026) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) introduced the Lifeline for First Responders Act with Representatives Andrea Salinas (OR-06), Gabe Evans (CO-08), and Sharice Davids (KS-03). The bipartisan bill would create the first federal grant program dedicated to mental health care for firefighters, paramedics, and dispatchers, addressing a gap in support that EMS workers have faced for years.
‘We can’t accept falling behind’: Roger Denny addresses OU’s ‘Palace Project,’ stadium seat reduction
After OU announced plans last November to reduce Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium’s capacity by roughly 7,000 seats, athletic director Roger Denny provided new details on Aug. 20 on the
Top Mass. health official: Gender-affirming care for minors remains ‘legal’ and ‘available’
Massachusetts Commissioner for the Department of Public Health Dr. Robbie Goldstein addresses the state's protections for gender affirming care and weigh's in on the Trump Administration's latest vaccine order.
Mozambique strengthens regulation of medicines and imported vaccines, boosting health protection
Mozambique has reached a major milestone in strengthening the regulation of medicines and imported vaccines, with its national regulatory authority recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) as having a stable, well-functioning and integrated regulatory system.The Autoridade Nacional Reguladora de Medicamentos de Moçambique (ANARME) has achieved Maturity Level 3 (ML3) for the regulation of medicines and imported vaccines under WHO’s global classification of national regulatory authorities.Mozambique becomes the 10th country in Africa to reach ML3, joining Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania and Zimbabwe and marking further momentum in strengthening regulatory systems across the region.For people in Mozambique, stronger regulation means greater assurance that medicines and vaccines are appropriately evaluated for quality, safety and efficacy and monitored throughout their lifecycle. It also strengthens the country’s ability to identify and respond to safety concerns and substandard or falsified products, while supporting timely access to quality-assured health products.“Mozambique’s achievement is the result of sustained investment in regulatory capacity that will deliver crucial benefits for public health,” said Dr Sylvie Briand, WHO Chief Scientist and Assistant Director-General a.i. for Health Systems, Access and Data. “Strong regulatory systems protect people, build confidence in health products and help countries respond more effectively to evolving public health needs and challenges. Mozambique’s progress also contributes to advancing regulatory capacity across Africa and promoting more equitable access to safe and quality-assured medicines and vaccines.”Building a stronger regulatory systemMozambique’s achievement follows years of sustained efforts to build the institutions and capabilities needed for effective regulation.WHO worked closely with ANARME throughout this process, assessing the national regulatory system and supporting the authority in addressing identified gaps and strengthening priority areas.WHO evaluates national regulatory systems using its Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT), which assesses the regulatory functions required to ensure the quality, safety and efficacy of medical products. These include registration and marketing authorization, licensing, market surveillance and control, pharmacovigilance, regulatory inspection, laboratory testing and oversight of clinical trials, as applicable. WHO’s maturity levels range from 1 to 4. Reaching ML3 confirms a stable, well-functioning and integrated regulatory system, while ML4 represents an advanced system focused on continuous improvement.Benefits for Mozambique and the African continentAn ML3 regulatory system can support more timely and predictable regulatory decisions, reinforce safety monitoring and help ensure that health products entering and remaining on the market meet appropriate standards.It also creates greater opportunities for regulatory cooperation and reliance – approaches that help authorities make use of the work and decisions of trusted regulators, reduce unnecessary duplication and allocate limited resources more efficiently, while maintaining rigorous standards for quality, safety and efficacy.As the first Portuguese-speaking country in Africa to reach ML3, Mozambique’s experience can also contribute to strengthening regulatory systems and fostering greater cooperation, knowledge sharing and reliance among Portuguese-speaking countries and across the African continent. Its achievement further reinforces a more connected African regulatory ecosystem, providing a solid foundation on which the newly established African Medicines Agency can build to advance regulatory convergence and cooperation across the region.Strengthening confidence in regulatory recognitionMozambique’s achievement comes as WHO strengthens the process through which the performance of national regulatory systems is recognized.The newly established Technical Advisory Group on Regulatory Systems Strengthening (TAG-RSS) brings together independent international experts to advise WHO on whether recommendations concerning regulatory authorities reaching ML3 and ML4 and WHO-Listed Authorities, are supported by the findings of WHO evaluation processes. Its recommendations provide an additional level of independent assurance, strengthening the impartiality, transparency and credibility of WHO’s recognition process.Mozambique is among the first countries to achieve ML3 following consideration and recommendation by the TAG-RSS. As part of the same TAG-RSS process, South Africa was recommended to retain its ML3 status for the regulation of vaccines manufactured, imported or distributed in the country, following an additional WHO assessment. This extends the recognition first granted in 2022 and underscores the sustained performance of the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA).The two recognitions highlight continued progress in strengthening regulatory systems across Africa, as well as the importance of continued performance, improvement and assessment in sustaining regulatory maturity.WHO will continue working with ANARME and SAHPRA to sustain these gains and support continuous improvement as science, technologies and public health needs evolve.
Trump's frustrations drove vaccine order, but MAHA wants more
President Donald Trump's frustration that his administration was not doing enough to address what he considers a likely contributor to autism drove a U.S. executive order this month that cut back the number of childhood vaccinations, administration officials told Reuters.
Patriots Executive Breaks Silence on Christian Gonzalez’s Contract Standoff
The New England Patriots have had a summer of trying to find common ground with Christian Gonzalez.With the regular season approaching and no extension in place, one of the Patriots’ top decision-makers gave a fresh perspective on the stalemate.Executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf addressed Gonzalez’s contract situation during his halftime interview with […] The post Patriots Executive Breaks Silence on Christian Gonzalez’s Contract Standoff appeared first on HEAVY.
Eastlake science students make district history
Three Eastlake High School students made Sweetwater Union High School District history this year when they became the first students from the district to qualify for the International Science and Engineering Fair, an international competition that brings together some of the top high school researchers from around the world. Ronald Wyatt, Giles Del Priore and Ihan Sung advanced to the competition after successful runs at regional and state science fairs. Sung went a step further, placing fourth in the chemistry category at ISEF. The students were recognized on Aug. 10 during a Sweetwater Union High School District board meeting at the district office in Chula Vista.For Wyatt and Del Priore, recent Eastlake graduates, the journey began with a shared concern about dementia and the challenges faced by families caring for loved ones with memory impairment. Their engineering project, “Design and Evaluation of a Behaviorally Grounded Caregiver-Governed AI Companion for Individuals with Memory Impairment,” earned the Sweepstakes Award at the Sweetwater District STEM Fair and first place in its division at the Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair. The project explored whether Artificial Intelligence could provide companionship and support while helping reduce stress for people with dementia and their caregivers. “Our inspiration came from personal experience. Both of us have seen family members and loved ones affected by dementia, and we’ve witnessed how overwhelming the caregiving process can be,” Wyatt said. Del Priore said the students also wanted to address the high cost of third-party health care services while creating something that could potentially help their own families as well as people elsewhere. The students developed an AI system designed with safeguards intended to prevent misinformation reinforcement, emotional escalation and unsafe responses. In 240 controlled trials involving memory, identity, agitation and neutral scenarios, they said the system consistently prevented harmful incorrect reinforcement while using context-aware silence, de-escalation and caregiver verification. The project required the students to combine Artificial Intelligence, psychology, neuroscience and human-computer interaction. For Del Priore, one of the biggest technical challenges was getting the AI companion to communicate verbally with a patient. Hardware limitations required the students to collaborate with multiple Python libraries for speech-to-text and text-to-speech functions while keeping the cost of the companion low. “For us, the biggest challenge was translating complex behavioral and cognitive care principles into a functioning AI system,” Wyatt said.Qualifying for ISEF was a milestone that student expected. The international competition proved to be another milestone. “Competing at ISEF was an incredible experience and unlike anything we’ve ever done before,” Del Priore said. “Being surrounded by some of the most talented young researchers from around the world was both inspiring and motivating.” He said the experience stood out because of the emphasis on collaboration, innovation and scientific discovery. “The most memorable part was seeing how people from completely different backgrounds and disciplines approached solving real-world problems with creativity and passion,” he said. The students also credited teachers and mentors who supported their work. Del Priore said his sophomore-year AP Physics teacher, Dr. Price, was particularly influential. “Through all of my personal and academic struggles, Dr. Price always believed in me,” Del Priore said. “All of his faith in me really molded me into the person I am today and helped create my love for science even through tough times.” Wyatt is continuing his education at UC Santa Cruz, where he plans to study biomolecular engineering and bioinformatics, with an interest in research involving Artificial Intelligence, biology and health care. Del Priore plans to double major in chemistry and accounting. Sung, a rising Eastlake senior, qualified for ISEF after winning first place in the Engineering: Energy, Materials & Transport category at the Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair and first place in chemistry at the California Science and Engineering Fair. His project, “Renewable Ammonia Electrochemical Synthesis by Glow Discharge with an Iron-Based Catalyst,” involved a device he designed and engineered to produce renewable ammonia, with potential applications in fertilizer production and energy storage. Sung became interested in the project after considering the relationship between food insecurity and fertilizer costs. His system uses plasma to break apart nitrogen molecules so they can interact with hydrogen and form ammonia. At ISEF, Sung competed against more than 1,700 students from 65 countries and earned fourth place in chemistry. “I am proud to become one of te first students in the district to qualify for ISEF because this milestone can inspire others in the district to attain similar goals,” Sung said.
Letter: Apply science, aloha to solve cat problem
Hawaii must address the impact of free-roaming cats on native wildlife, but it must be done humanely and based on science. Simply restricting feeding is not a viable solution; it risks increasing predation on endangered species and ignores the root causes of the problem. Hungry cats do not disappear — they might hunt more, further threatening native wildlife (“Enact law to curb feral cat colonies,” Star-Advertiser, Our View, Aug. 19). That is not a responsible outcome.
Mike Vrabel addresses Drake Maye, starters’ preseason finale status
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel was asked if he had a plan in place for Drake Maye and the other starters for the preseason finale.
1 problem Yankees must address before MLB playoffs
The New York Yankees have been battling to stay within reach of the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League East all season. It has largely been an uphill battle because they have had to struggle to find something of a reliable offense this season because of injuries to superstar Aaron Judge and slugger Giancarlo Stanton. While those two have been […] The post 1 problem Yankees must address before MLB playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Modern Warfare 4 beta's first update is live, adding a new map, mode, and toned-down footsteps
Infinity Ward has deployed the first proper update to the Warfare 4 beta, addressing much of the feedback from the beta's opening day.
Jaafar Jackson says sequel will tell Michael Jackson's story from his point of view
Jaafar Jackson says a sequel to the biopic "Michael" will tell Michael Jackson's story from his point of view, as producers and the estate weigh how to address past controversies.
Mental health coordinator addresses 5 people found dead in Minneapolis in less than a week
‘Big Brother’ star Kamu Kirk addresses his anti-drag comments made in the house
‘Big Brother’ star Kamu Kirk addresses his anti-drag comments made in the house and if he will go see Jason perform as Salina.
Lions’ Dan Campbell Speaks out on Rookie Undrafted Free Agent
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell addressed what undrafted rookie defensive end Eric O'Neill has brought at training camp this summer. The post Lions’ Dan Campbell Speaks out on Rookie Undrafted Free Agent appeared first on HEAVY.
‘My Guardian and Protector’: Natalie Harp letters express her devotion to Trump
President Donald Trump’s close aide Natalie Harp expressed her utmost loyalty to him in at least two letters addressed to the president, which were published by The Daily Beast on Thursday amid increased scrutiny of the close aide’s relationship to Trump.
‘Woke’ by any other name: Stop erasing the terms of our survival
Author Andrea D. Pringle argues that while the term “woke” may be evolving in political discourse, the underlying spirit of Black vigilance and awareness remains essential for addressin…
Saline Memorial Hospital launches 'Food is Medicine' pantry to help food-insecure patients
A new food pantry at Saline Memorial Hospital is now open in an effort to address health outcomes by aiding patients in navigating through food insecruity and a
Google Home update lets you set light color temperature to your favorite kelvin using voice commands
Google Home is rolling out an update that addresses some of the most overlooked pain points for the voice assistant,...
Roundup: ExxonMobil / SBA workforce initiative / New HoganTaylor CEO
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Customer Service Is Declining. It's Time to Take a Closer Look at What's Happening Inside Your Business.
What's causing the decline in customer service levels, and what can you do to address it in your business?
CHI St. Alexius Health Williston launches behavioral health program for older adults
CHI St. Alexius Health Williston's new outpatient program addresses the growing mental health needs of older adults in northwestern North Dakota.
BioVivo Science launches VeriPalmetto with fully traceable saw palmetto supply chain
The ingredient addresses growing demand for authenticated, US-sourced saw palmetto — with direct harvester relationships, standardised fatty acid profiles and rigorous batch testing to counter adulteration risks in the category
Alessi-Miceli: Workforce development is everybody’s business
HIA-LI and partners launched LongIslandJobs.org to connect businesses, educators, and job seekers, addressing workforce development challenges on Long Island.
How wealthy families can prepare for aging parents and avoid a succession crisis
Relatively few wealthy families are addressing the question of when an aging parent should give up control, advisors and lawyers told CNBC.
Project ECHO Nevada prepares school-based professionals to support student mental health
Project ECHO Nevada's School-Based Mental Health Program is preparing school-based professionals for addressing mental health in schools
The Apophis encounter in 2029: A rare opportunity for planetary science and defense
The near-Earth asteroid Apophis will make an extremely close flyby of Earth on April 13, 2029, at a distance of approximately 38,000 km—an event that occurs on average only once every 7,500 years, offering an unprecedented opportunity for planetary science and planetary defense. However, significant uncertainties remain regarding the physical parameters of Apophis, such as its shape, spin state, internal structure, and material composition, and predictions of tidal effects—including potential orbital changes, spin acceleration, surface material displacement, and dust ejection during the flyby—are highly dependent on model assumptions. Although multiple nations have planned exploration missions, how to coordinate global observational resources within the limited time window, optimize rapid-response mission architectures, and translate scientific understanding into effective planetary defense strategies remain critical challenges to be addressed.
The next battle over healthcare costs is happening in the states
Connecticut is moving beyond tracking healthcare spending and beginning to enforce cost-growth targets, a strategy that could influence how states address rising medical costs and healthcare affordability nationwide.
Applyrs addresses Albany mid-year report laying out deficits
Albany’s mid-year report puts the city’s financial challenge at $55 million over the next 16 months.
New CDC director pledges to ‘speak truth’ about science
Dr. Erica Schwartz addressed CDC employees Wednesday in her first agency-wide meeting.
Yankees prospect Core Jackson addresses past mistakes
Somerset infielder Core Jackson addressed past incidents that drew national attention and said growth, accountability and baseball define him today.
Cowboys Coach Brian Schottenheimer Addresses Ezeiruaku's Punch During Practice Brawl
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Addressing the 'valleys of despair' caused by the growing sports betting industry
The sports betting industry has seen explosive growth in revenue in the past six years, but how is it affecting society?
Governors’ races are being increasingly buffeted by the toxic politics of data centers
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is just one of several governors across the country trying to address the hot button issue of residents not wanting data centers near them.
Pennycuick Introduces Measure to Stem Fraud in State Health Insurance Program
Today, Senator Tracy Pennycuick (R-24th) introduced legislation to address improper enrollment, waste, and fraud in Pennsylvania’s Health Insurance Exchange Authority called Pennie.
The best Nordic Naturals supplements to boost your health
Nordic Naturals is family-owned and prides itself on focusing on science-backed supplements that address the areas of health that impact all human beings.
San Francisco 49ers Address Christian McCaffrey Contract Holdout Rumors
Just as training camps were getting underway earlier this month, the NFL saw a sudden trend of elite running backs […]
Sen. Durbin Highlights Medicaid Cuts, Small Business Struggles
Sen. Durbin addresses Illinois healthcare costs and small business struggles during state tour. See his stance on Medicaid cuts and economic pressures.
UIC students earn Schweitzer fellowships to make lasting community health impact
Fellows will lead community health projects across Chicago addressing issues from chronic pain to food insecurity.
Truth Initiative Advances Health Equity with Breath of Freedom Summit
The Breath of Freedom Summit underscores the urgent need to address the toll of tobacco use and nicotine addiction on Black communities.
Alia Shawkat addresses those Brad Pitt dating rumors 6 years later
‘The Wrong Girls’ actress Alia Shawkat is unpacking those Brad Pitt dating rumors, more than six years after they were spotted together on several occasions: ‘This is my favorite question.’
Why women with ADHD feel overwhelmingly 'controlled' by their hormones
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Seton Hall Professor Earns National Grant for Interprofessional Resear
An athletic training professor is using virtual reality to prepare students to address the social factors that shape patient health, backed by $26,000 in new funding.
US commander calls mental health a priority after he visits USS Lincoln
The senior U.S. officer overseeing the war in Iran said addressing mental health concerns was a high priority for the military.
Centcom commander addresses mental health concerns for troops on USS Abraham Lincoln
U.S. Central Command (Centcom) commander Adm. Brad Cooper on Sunday addressed concerns over the mental health of service members aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln as it returns home after 265 days in …
Scientists led by UCLA found that permanently shaded parts of pits on the Moon stay near a constant 17°C while the exposed surface swings between 127°C and −173°C — meaning humanity's first permanent lunar address may be underground.
LRO thermal data and UCLA-led modelling show why permanent shade in certain lunar pits can remain near 17°C, while cave habitability still depends on access, structure, air and power.
Cowboys’ Caleb Downs Sends Clear Message on Preseason Debut
Dallas Cowboys first-round pick Caleb Downs addressed his preseason debut Saturday night. The post Cowboys’ Caleb Downs Sends Clear Message on Preseason Debut appeared first on HEAVY.
Eagles’ Tanner McKee Speaks out on Philadelphia’s QB Competition
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Tanner McKee addressed his place in the team's quarterback competition after Week 1 in the preseason. The post Eagles’ Tanner McKee Speaks out on Philadelphia’s QB Competition appeared first on HEAVY.
Jalen Milroe Opens Up on Seahawks Signing CB Terrion Arnold
Quarterback Jalen Milroe addressed the Seattle Seahawks signing his former college teammate Terrion Arnold. The post Jalen Milroe Opens Up on Seahawks Signing CB Terrion Arnold appeared first on HEAVY.
Health expert breaks down impact of daylight saving bill
Physician Dr. Robert Lahita joins 'Fox Report' to discuss the proposed daylight saving time legislation, addressing the possible health impacts if passed.
Gloria Romero explains why she should be California's next Lieutenant Governor
Gloria Romero, a former Democratic state senator turned Republican, shared her vision for education reform, combating anti-Semitism, and addressing waste and fraud as she campaigns for California lieutenant governor.
California could soon limit social media for kids
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New Solutions Emerge as Health Care Organizations Confront Workforce Shortages
Healthcare organizations are turning to innovative staffing models, technology and employee support strategies to address persistent workforce shortages and strengthen operational resilience.
After a year of upheaval, Minnesota business organizations regroup to address economic slide
The abrupt departure of the Minnesota Business Partnership’s CEO and a merger vote between two key chambers of commerce are among moves different groups are making.
Democrats reckon with ‘Woke 1’ as the party seeks to define an era — and distance themselves from it
Recent remarks from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez opened a Democratic debate over how to address rhetoric that peaked in 2020.
Pittsfield Health Board Votes to Demolish Blighted Properties
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Mississippi health officer addresses Trump order on childhood vaccines
Mississippi State Health Officer Dr. Dan Edney said the order does not change vaccine requirements for children attending school in Mississippi.
Lahn talks agriculture, water quality at Edgewood forum
EDGEWOOD, Iowa — On Wednesday, Republican gubernatorial nominee Zach Lahn made his campaign pitch to voters in Edgewood, where he addressed topics such as Iowa’s water quality and cancer crises,
Hollywood Scrambles to Address California’s Business Tax Credit Law
A new bill, signed into law on June 29, could persuade film and TV projects to take their business elsewhere. Legislators with ties to entertainment are scrambling for a solution.
Dolly Parton Misses Dollywood Ride Opening, Citing Dehydration
Dolly Parton appeared on video to open a new Dollywood ride, and addressed fans about her health issues, including being dizzy and dehydrated.
Addressing child care to build a more business-friendly NH
Businesses invest heavily in recruiting talented employees. Increasingly, employers are recognizing child care as a key component of a business-friendly New Hampshire, alongside housing, energy infrastructure and broadband.
Perez Hilton Felt ‘Empty’ and ‘Hopeless’ Days Before Mental Health Crisis
Perez Hilton‘s behavior started to change weeks before his “suicide attempt.” The gossip blogger’s sister Barbara Lavandeira has finally broken her silence and addressed “one of the darkest days my fa...
More than 80% of Georgia parents want more school-based mental health screening, treatment
Georgia parents overwhelmingly support school-based mental health services to help address the nation’s youth mental health crisis.
The cruelty of turning Jewish children’s pain into political theater (Opinion)
Parents are justifiably frustrated that it took this long for the Boulder Valley School District to address antisemitism in schools. But Superintendent Anderson has acknowledged the problem and proposed concrete action. The district now has…
Microsoft patches LegacyHive Windows zero-day vulnerability
Microsoft has released security patches to address a Windows zero-day vulnerability known as "LegacyHive," disclosed after the July 2026 Patch Tuesday.
Todd Blanche makes plea for unity at Justice Department
In his inaugural address to the Justice Department workforce on Thursday, Attorney General Todd Blanche pledged to make the department “more faithful to its highest ideals than when I found it.”
Ricketts Supports the Protect College Sports Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Recently, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) joined the Protect College Sports Act. This legislation would end the disorder facing college athletics by establishing nationwide standards for name, image, and likeness (NIL), transfers, eligibility, and enforcement. “The Protect College Sports Act is a good step forward for athletics,” said Senator Ricketts. “This bipartisan bill addresses issues that were […]
As North Florida's need for healthcare providers grows, FSU Health is responding
As North Florida faces a growing shortage of healthcare providers, Florida State University is helping address the challenge through FSU Health, the
Maine shifts focus to mental health as PFAS crisis deepens
State policymakers will use emotional aid and peer mentoring to address the stress of impacted farmers.
Emergency Medicine Residency Program strengthens South Texas healthcare workforce
For more than a decade, the UT Health San Antonio program has trained doctors to address shortages in care across the region.
Downtown Portland is gaining an unsavory reputation. Businesses say safety concerns must be addressed.
People nodding off in doorways. Aggressive panhandling along Congress Street. Needles and other waste on sidewalks. What more can be done?
Ahead of Bears Clash, Shedeur Sanders Addresses Possible Injury Concern
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders has been steadily ramping up his preparations for his second NFL season. Sanders was drafted with the 144th overall pick in the fifth round of the 2025 Draft.
The Politics of the Fire Service
Dennis Compton explains why maintaining close relationships with federal officials and fire service partners is critical for the fire service to sustain success in addressing ...
Asia-Pacific parliamentarians urge bolder action for universal health coverage, climate resilience and responsible AI
Parliamentarians representing 16 countries from across the Asia-Pacific region concluded the Ninth Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health (APPFGH) today, reaffirming their key role in advancing universal health coverage (UHC) amid the risks and opportunities posed by AI and climate change. In adopting the Phnom Penh Communiqué, parliamentarians urged fellow legislators regionwide to strengthen sustainable financing for UHC to widen access to health for all, including the most vulnerable populations; promote responsible governance of AI amid ethical concerns over this fast-evolving technology; and build climate-resilient health systems to anticipate and respond to mounting pressures ranging from rising sea levels in coastal areas to air pollution and other environmental degradation.The National Assembly of Cambodia, with support from Cambodia’s Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization (WHO), hosted the Forum in Phnom Penh from 11 to 13 August 2026 – the first time the Forum has convened in a Mekong country.Parliamentarians urge action to close gaps in accessIn the Communiqué, parliamentarians recognized that at-risk and marginalized groups are the ones most severely affected by gaps in access to health services. These groups include people living in poverty, women and children, persons with disabilities, older people, migrants, refugees, and those in rural, remote or island communities. The Communiqué urges fellow parliamentarians and policy-makers to advocate for laws and policies that support sustainable financing to protect people from financial hardship, with a focus on primary health care, prevention and equity. "The Communiqué is a call to action. It sets out ambitious, concrete measures that deliver meaningful impact on the ground. We are all accountable for advancing universal health coverage and translating our commitments into tangible results. Cambodia is fully committed to advancing UHC, including the promotion of ‘healthy people, prosperous country’ campaign,” said Samdech Maha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary, President of the National Assembly of the Kingdom of Cambodia.His Excellency Professor Chheang Ra, Minister of Health of the Kingdom of Cambodia, highlighted the need for collaboration beyond the health sector. “Universal health coverage cannot be achieved by the Ministry of Health alone. It requires support, particularly from parliamentarians, across political, legislative, financial, social protection, education, infrastructure, and environmental domains. While each country follows its own path, one factor is universally critical for success: strong governance and leadership. We all believe in this principle, and in our respective political roles, we remain committed to strengthening these key success factors to ensure that no one is left behind.”Promoting responsible AI adoption Parliamentarians acknowledged that, while AI has already demonstrated its ability to improve access to health services and support delivery, careful and ethical governance is necessary to safeguard quality, safety, privacy and public trust. This underscores the importance of parliamentarians in promoting legal and regulatory frameworks addressing liability, records ownership and data governance, while embracing innovation that protects ethical practice.“Without strong governance, safeguards for privacy and data security, sustainable financing, and attention to those most at risk of exclusion, new technologies may widen existing gaps instead of closing them. This is why parliamentarians matter. We pass laws. We approve budgets. We scrutinize government action. We represent communities. We can ask whether health services are reaching rural, remote, ageing, poor, and marginalized populations. We can ask whether innovation is being guided by equity, evidence, and ethics,” said Hon. Man Hee Lee, President of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health.Building climate-resilient health systemsParliamentarians also reiterated that the climate crisis is a direct threat to people’s health and to achieving UHC more broadly, deepening the same gaps in access already faced by at-risk and marginalized communities. They recognized the need for WHO Member States to ensure sufficient national appropriations and oversight, and for parliamentarians to raise awareness in their constituencies and mobilize local action in building climate-resilient and sustainable health systems.“Universal health coverage, climate change and AI cannot be addressed in isolation. The same communities struggling to access health services today are often the ones most exposed to climate shocks, and most in need of the opportunities AI can offer if this technology is governed responsibly,” said Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific. “Having served previously in this Forum myself as a parliamentarian from Tonga, I recognize how the Phnom Penh Communiqué reflects the shared resolve of legislators across the Asia-Pacific region: the laws parliamentarians pass and the budgets they approve help ensure this progress reaches the people who need it most.”As the Forum drew to a close, delegates reflected on what they would carry back to their own parliaments and constituencies.“I wish to share three points here worth carrying home from Phnom Penh: we need to invest in primary health care as the foundation of coverage; we need to remove the barriers that keep people from care, whether financial, geographic or social; and we need to build systems that are inclusive by design, protecting those most at risk of being left behind,” added Hon. Ouch Borith, First Vice-President of the Senate of the Kingdom of Cambodia.###Notes for editors:The Asia-Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health (APPFGH) is a platform for parliamentarians to exchange ideas, build political will, strengthen capacity and foster collaboration towards sustainable health action. This was the ninth meeting of the APPFGH, with the theme “Universal Health Coverage in the era of Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence”. Target 3.8 of the Sustainable Development Goals calls on countries to achieve universal health coverage, including financial risk protection, access to quality essential health services, and access to safe, effective, quality and affordable essential medicines and vaccines for all. In the Western Pacific, UHC service coverage index (SDG 3.8.1) rose from 63 in 2000 to 81 in 2023 (figures include Indonesia), and roughly one in four people in the Western Pacific have experienced financial hardship (SDG 3.8.2). Progress towards UHC in the Asia-Pacific region remains uneven, with hundreds of millions of people still lacking access to essential health services or facing financial hardship due to health-related expenses. Strengthening the role of parliaments – through legislation, financing and oversight – is central to closing this gap and accelerating progress towards UHC across the region.Parliamentarians participating in APPFGH in Cambodia this week include: Hon. Pehin Dato Adanan YUSOF, Brunei Darussalam; Hon. Rosmawatty ABDUL MUMIN, Brunei Darussalam; Hon. LORK Kheng, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. YOS Phanita, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. KHOUN Khundy, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. HENG Halim, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. KHOENG Noupheap, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. SENG Nhak, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. LY Sukry, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. NHOEURN Raden, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. Dr Ratu Atonio LALABALAVU, Republic of Fiji; Hon. Vijay NATH, Republic of Fiji; Hon. Man Hee LEE, Republic of Korea; Hon. Dr Jiho CHA, Republic of Korea; Hon. Jonghun BAEK, Republic of Korea; Hon. Youngsuk SEO, Republic of Korea; Hon. Dr Phayvanh KEOPASEUTH, Lao People’s Democratic Republic; Hon. Suhaizan Bin KAIAT, Malaysia; Hon. Dr Perpetua KONMAN, Federated States of Micronesia; Hon. Ganmaa DAVAASAMBUU, Mongolia; Hon. Charmaine SCOTTY, Republic of Naoero; Hon. Vincent Ambance KUMURA, Papua New Guinea; Hon. Dr Edwin CRUZADO, Republic of the Philippines; Hon. AUUAPAAU Mulipola Aloitafua Mulipola, Samoa; Hon. ASIATA TAVUI Tafu Salevao, Samoa; Hon. Dr Alani Petelo TANGITAU, Tonga; Hon. Paul PAOLO, Republic of Vanuatu; Hon. Franklyn Ezra WILLIAM, Republic of Vanuatu.For more information, contact: WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific: wprocom@who.int National Assembly of the Kingdom of Cambodia (International Relations Department): ir.nacambodia@gmail.com
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