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Osaka has the science. Now it needs the business
Osaka is striving to turn world-class life sciences research into a global healthcare industry - testing whether Japan's pharma and biotech sector can finally scale internationally.
Osaka has the science. Now it needs the business
Osaka is striving to turn world-class life sciences research into a global healthcare industry - testing whether Japan's pharma and biotech sector can finally scale internationally.
Will Lampard change the way Coventry play this season?
Coventry City's style of play has been the subject of several questions sent in via our Sky Blues Ask Me Anything form, with some of you wondering whether Frank Lampard will adjust it this season as a result of facing higher-level opposition. Coventry's shape under Lampard is never fixed and that tactical flexibility is going to be a major theme of their Premier League return. The Premier League is unforgiving, stacked with world‑class players, and there will be times where a more conservative approach is simply the smartest route.
Browns' rookie will dictate success of the 2026 season
The Browns will be leaning heavily on their 2026 NFL Draft class.
Greeneville girls, Science Hill boys shine at Carter County Bank Classic
STAR CORRESPONDENT The Elizabethton Golf Club provided the setting for the 2026 Carter County Bank Classic, as some of Northeast Tennessee’s top high school golfers battled for team and individual […]
Final Fantasy Resonance Mod Brings Back Classic FF Character Ariana Grande
If you were upset to hear that pop star Ariana Grande wouldn't return in Final Fantasy Resonance, a new mod is here to save the day.
Seattle theater for September, October: A Shakespeare classic and more
Seattle’s fall theater season arrives with a bumper crop of exciting shows, from a Shakespeare classic to a Sara Porkalob-helmed world premiere.
Acclaimed pianist Danny Holt offers free concert
Renowned pianist Danny Holt will perform a concert of contemporary classical music at the Northeast Harbor Library on Monday, Sept. 14, at 5:30 p.m.
Top classical music events to attend this fall
Seattle’s classical calendar has an adventurous streak this fall. Here's what to put on your calendars.
Hims & Hers Health (NYSE: HIMS) Faces Securities Class Action After FTC Lawsuit Reveal Drives Stock Sharply Lower -- HBSS
/PRNewswire/ -- Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (NYSE: HIMS) and certain company executives now face a securities class action lawsuit stemming from the FTC's...
Back with a bang! Sony has resurrected a classic pair of wireless headphones by launching the WH-1000XM4C
Welcome back, old friend...
Tucker Kraft named NFL’s #3 player on an expiring contract
NFL.com listed Packers TE Tucker Kraft as a top-three free agent in the 2027 class
For Labor Day: Alfred Russel Wallace, Scientist and Working Man
Unlike Darwin, Wallace grew up among the middle class and had to work for a living. This dictated the contours of his life and research.
13th Annual Women on the MOVE Summit in Atlanta brings business executives and entrepreneurs
One-day leadership and business summit will feature powerful conversations, masterclasses, strategic connections, and resources for growth Business Women Empowerment Project, Inc. will host the Women on the MOVE Summit 2026 on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, at the Microsoft Atlantic Yards at Atlantic Station in Midtown Atlanta. Created and produced by entrepreneur, author, and business leader […]
“DWTS ”judge Carrie Ann Inaba addresses dance backgrounds of season 35 standouts Julia Stiles and Jenna Dewan
Stiles starred in the 2001 classic “Save the Last Dance,” while Dewan toured with Janet Jackson and appeared in “Step Up.”
Bardella-Farage immigration deal faces backlash across French political spectrum
The agreement was blasted as a capitulation to British interests by much of the political class in France.
Finland to brief political parties on classified defence shortcomings
The government is preparing a significant number of security-related bills for Parliament this year
A16z partner says fears of AI 'permanent underclass' is 'dark fantasy'
He said the AI tech boom is a lot less centralized than previous tech cycles, and many players stand to win.
🗞️ Monday’s front pages, Barça masterclass, crisis at Valencia...
This Monday’s sports press places FC Barcelona’s emphatic thrashing at Mestalla (0-5) at the center of attention, a commanding win that cements the Blaugrana as the sole leaders of LaLiga. In cont...
New album from the ‘Ole Gangalee’ Louie Culture
Give Louie Culture a mic and a stage and he will perform from now until next year, pulling out hit on top of hits from his tried, tested and proven catalogue of rich reggae and dancehall classics. Louie Culture, known as the ‘Ole Gangalee’, a line from one of his hit songs, is old school. The Rastafarian singer is part of the tribe that continued the building of the musical foundation and he’s a troubadour who can be depended on to “nice up” any dance or stage show and is guaranteed to entertain from the youngest to the oldest.
'Coyote vs. Acme' made stronger by corporate conflict
I want you to imagine that you are in an art class. You’ve spent all year working on your project; you and your friends are really proud of the end
SEERS’ AI-powered wearable ECG monitor wins Health Canada approval
SEERS, a wearable AI diagnostic monitoring company, said Monday that its AI-powered wearable electrocardiogram analysis solution mobiCARE has received a Class II Medical Device Licence (MDL) from Health Canada.Health Canada granted the licence last Thursday (local time), following an application sub
Bacteria found in classroom dust may affect children’s respiratory health
Common bacteria found in classroom dust are associated with reduced lung function in children according to research presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress in Barcelona, Spain.
Dallas-area high school football rankings after Week 2
Class 6A, Class 5A, Class 4A and private school rankings for the best teams in The Dallas Morning News ' coverage area.
Chivas and a show of class in San Luis Potosí
Guadalajara defeated Atlético de San Luis 0-3 on Matchday 7 of the 2026 Apertura, in a display of ruthlessness, pressure, and adaptability that once again highlighted the wealth of resources in Gabri...
Gascoine transforms a pottery hobby into thriving Monson business
MONSON — More than a quarter century ago Jemma Gascoine noticed an ad for an evening pottery class when she flipped through a copy of “Time Out London” magazine someone had left on a seat of the London train back in her native United Kingdom. Gascoine soon stopped by a class offered by Barry Guppy and attended his workshop classes for two years.
Barbara Eden abruptly cancels festival appearance after falling ill
Barbara Eden, who was scheduled to appear at the Cinecon Classic Film Festival, pulled out of the event due to a "sudden illness."
Everyone wants to win working-class voters. But have they realized many are women?
This story was originally reported by Chabeli Carrazana of The 19th. Meet Chabeli and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Congressional candidate JoAnna Mendoza can quickly rattle off prices from the grocery store in the small town of Eloy, Arizona, where she grew up. A couple of months ago, a pound […]
Barbara Eden, 95, drops out of Cinecon Classic Film Festival due to ‘sudden illness’
The TV icon was scheduled to introduce a screening and receive an award at the Los Angeles event.
Barbara Eden, 95, drops out of Cinecon Film Festical due to ‘sudden illness’
95-year-old ‘I Dream of Jeannie’ star Barbara Eden canceled a scheduled appearance at the Cinecon Classic Film Festival due to a ‘sudden illness.’
Utah woman becomes teacher amid health crisis; community rallies to keep her in the classroom
Alisha Raymond has long faced health challenges, but amid it all, has wanted to help children with special needs.
MSU expanding AI curriculum with new minor and course additions
Artificial intelligence has taken the world by storm, and Michigan State University is responding. The university introduced an AI minor, added topics to existing courses and created two brand-new AI classes.
‘The Cardinal Countdown: 0 Days Until Kickoff’
TRE RICHARDSON #0 Height: 5’10” Weight: 175lb Position: WR Class: Senior Hometown: Topeka, KS Summary: In nearly every single Jeff Brohm season since he began his coaching career I believe there has been a player who has been identified preseason as a guy who will “excel in the Brohm offense”, and for those keeping tabs, […]
Fall arts and entertainment: A packed fall for classical music in Twin Cities
Twin Cities’ classical music organizations are bringing top tier guests from all across the country and beyond this fall.
Arkansas Colleges of Health Education brings hands-on learning to area classrooms through hydroponic gardens
FORT SMITH -- The Arkansas Colleges of Health Education Research Institute Health & Wellness Center expanded its hydroponic gardening efforts this summer by equipping area teachers with the tools and knowledge to bring hydroponics directly into their classrooms.
49ers Prepare Educators to Build Positive Sports Culture Through Mental Wellness
49ers Flag presented by Visa, Positive Coaching Alliance, and USA Football hosted a coaches clinic with classroom learning and on-field instruction.
Kenosha car show brings thousands to downtown businesses
Organizers said this year's Kenosha Classic Cruise-In saw record attendance and participants.
Tennessee football news: Faizon Brandon turns heads in Volunteers debut
The Tennessee Volunteers took on the Furman Paladins at Neyland Stadium on Saturday in a clash between the FBS and FCS teams. The Paladins came in 1-0 but were quickly outclassed by the Volunteers and their true freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon, who thrilled the Neyland Stadium crowd with stellar play in his college football debut. The game came […] The post Tennessee football news: Faizon Brandon turns heads in Volunteers debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Yankees at Risk of Losing Key Pitcher
The New York Yankees have plenty to worry about before considering this offseason’s free agent class. When it arrives, though, the Yanks will be at risk of losing at least one key pitcher from their current roster. It’s a reality that’s at least worth analyzing right now, because free agency will arrive, and it’s always […] The post Yankees at Risk of Losing Key Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.
3 Things To Learn From Newcastle 2-2 AFC Bournemouth
Late defensive lapses haunt the Cherries despite Alex Scott’s midfield masterclass and a defensive clinic from Adrien Truffert. Marco Rose must solve the squad's costly inability to close out games when the going gets tough.
DLSS 5 was launched in Medal of Honor European Assault using the PCSX2 emulator on an RTX 4070 Super.
On Reddit, enthusiasts demonstrated the DLSS 5 upscaling technology in the classic shooter Medal of Honor: European Assault,...
INVESTOR DEADLINE ALERT: Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (HIMS) Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit
Did you buy HIMS securities between August 4, 2025 and July 29, 2026? Affected HIMS Investor Summary Who: Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (NYSE: HIMS) What:...
Report: Kalieb Osborne named starting QB
ESPN’s Pete Thamel reports that UConn’s starting quarterback will be Kalieb Osborne, a transfer from Toledo who played his high school ball in Waterford, Michigan, where he was a three-star recruit out of the Class of 2024. If the report is true, Osborne beat out returnee Tucker Mcdonald and Tennessee transfer Jake Merklinger, who was […]
Video Airlines battle it out for business
As Southwest Airlines announces its first ever lounges, JetBlue Airlines now adds First class seats to your travel options.
‘The Cardinal Countdown: 1 Day Until Kickoff’
ISAAC BROWN #1 Height: 5’9” Weight: 190lb Position: RB Class: Junior Hometown: Miami, FL Summary: This is another one of those posts that should be easy to write, but can actually pose a challenge as to where to even start. The injuries from last year created a situation where we got to see the real […]
Rutgers Women’s Basketball Adds First Commitment of 2027 Class
Coach Redus gets to work on future recruiting classes
New Entertainment Venue Featuring Restaurant, Bar Opens In Stratford
The venue is a "restaurant, arcade, and bar experience built around classic games that defined generations," according to its owners.
CB South edged by Downingtown West in Week 2 football
Central Bucks South, with co-coaches, falls to Downingtown West in rematch of 2023 PIAA Class 6A District One championship game.
Indiana County Chamber inducts 2026 Business Hall of Fame Class
The Indiana County Chamber of Commerce honored its 2026 Class of Business Hall of Fame Inductees at its award ceremony and dinner Thursday at the Indiana Country Club.
UChicago Social Sciences Took a Stand Against AI and Devices. Why?
By banning artificial intelligence and digital devices in core classes, the University of Chicago's social sciences division aims to limit distractions and maximize participation in small, discussion-based courses.
Get free personal training while helping Exercise Science students build skills
Key takeaways: For Exercise and Sport Sciences students, working with someone they don’t already know provides an important opportunity to translate classroom learning into practical experience. All Exercise Science students have the opportunity to serve as student trainers during their senior year, said Jason Casey, Ph.D., associate professor of Exercise Science. “We greatly value these […]
A marvelous autumn ahead for classical music and opera
September is here and that means the fall season for classical music and opera is just around the corner. Here’s a preview of just a brief selection of the great
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Classic rock supergroup The Players bringing decades of hits to Wytheville
The Players bring decades of rock hits to the Millwald Theatre September 17.
The year in review: Influential people who have died in 2026
Country music icon Dolly Parton was the rare celebrity whose popularity transcended generations and politics. Writing hundreds of songs including classics “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You,” she was
The year in review: Influential people who have died in 2026
Country music icon Dolly Parton was the rare celebrity whose popularity transcended generations and politics. Writing hundreds of songs including classics “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You,” she was
The year in review: Influential people who have died in 2026
Country music icon Dolly Parton was the rare celebrity whose popularity transcended generations and politics. Writing hundreds of songs including classics “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You,” she was
The Year in Review: Influential People Who Have Died in 2026
Country music icon Dolly Parton was the rare celebrity whose popularity transcended generations and politics. Writing hundreds of songs including classics “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You,” she was one of music's most beloved personalities when she died last month. In addition to her musical ...
US Naval Academy midshipmen take 'driver's ed' on training boats
Midshipmen at the US Naval Academy put their classroom knowledge into practice on training vessels like YP 700. Take a look.
Critical Public Health: Fiscal Reform Under the “One Big Beautiful Bill” and It’s Public Health Implications
The ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ is framed by its proponents as the largest middle-class tax cut in U.S. history and a catalyst for economic growth. Yet, beneath the marketing of ‘jobs, tax cuts, and American prosperity’, the legislation conceals sweeping rollbacks of Medicaid, food assistance, education, reproductive care, and expanded immigration enforcement, alongside tax windfalls for venture capital and immigration enforcement.
Greystar Announces BMW Lease at Mid85 Logistics Park Near Spartanburg
Greystar, a global leader in rental housing, investment management, development, and property management, today announced a long-term lease with BMW North America at Mid85, its Class A logistics park in the Greenville-Spartanburg...
Photos show American's old and new Boeing 777 Flagship business class
American is overhauling its Flagship business class with new perks, like sliding doors and companion suites. See how the old and new versions compare.
Astrophysics smallsat begins science mission
The first in a new class of small NASA astrophysics spacecraft has started operations, providing both science data and lessons for future missions.
Texas A&M Reveals Classic Uniform for Missouri State Opener
No. 8 Texas A&M will open 2026 in its traditional maroon-and-white look as Marcel Reed and the Aggies begin a season loaded with playoff expectations.
Trails over textbooks
UD initiative inspires environmental lessons to take high schoolers beyond the classroom
‘The Cardinal Countdown: 2 Days Until Kickoff’
DEMECO KENNEDY #2 Height: 6’3” Weight: 305lb Position: DL Class: Junior Hometown: Lexington, KY Summary: The Cards needed some beef in the middle of the defensive line, but instead of calling Kroger’s Alex The Butcher, they rang ‘Kennedy, the Boilermaker’. Hailing from Lexington, Kennedy correctly averted the mess in the army of Stoops Troops and […]
Florida TODAY: Political dating, hurricane season, AI surveillance
Florida TODAY statewide newsletter delivers a mix of news, culture and classic \
Classical music and dance shows to see this fall in L.A., O.C.
Gustavo Dudamel returns to conduct Beethoven at Walt Disney Concert Hall, his replacement, Daniel Harding, makes his first appearance, Domingo Hindoyan leads LA Opera for the first time and Los Angeles Ballet debuts at the Hollywood Bowl, among other highlights.
Alabama State football vs Lane College predictions, what to watch
Here's our breakdown of Alabama State football's matchup against Lane College in the Labor Day Classic, including a scouting report and a score prediction.
Arteta’s Gamble Has Created a Striker Problem for Arsenal
Before his next press conference, Mikel Arteta will no doubt tell the media that the recruitment policy at Arsenal is to only target world-class talent who can make his squad better, that we attempted...
New Jensen Interceptor GTX breaks cover as a track-focused V8 beast to mark a new era
The Jensen Interceptor is underrated classic, and the Britain's first muscle car as some people call it, and now there's a new one with a V8
What's the 411?
We remember actor Tim Curry who died last week. He’s known for his rolls in “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” “Clue,” Christmas classic “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York,”
Srikanth loses in China Masters quarters; Anahat Singh in London Squash Classic QF: Indian Sports LIVE, September 4
Here are all the updates from Indian sports on September 4, 2026.
Lincoln Public Schools breaks down mental health resources across schools
As students get back into the swing of things in the classroom, mental health remains one of the top priorities for Lincoln Public Schools.
LPS breaks down mental health resources across schools
As students get back into the swing of things in the classroom, mental health remains one of the top priorities for Lincoln Public Schools.
2026 NH Democratic CD1 Debate: Health care plan
Carleigh Beriont, Sarah Chadzynski, Stefany Shaheen, Maura Sullivan and Christian Urrutia, the Democratic candidates to represent New Hampshire's 1st District in Congress, share the plan they would implement to tackle high health care costs, and whether that would mean higher taxes for the middle class.
KeikiCo Business Plan Competition offers Hawaiʻi students a chance to win $25,000 for their school
With Hawaiʻi students back in the classroom, American Savings Bank is calling on the state’s next generation of entrepreneurs to put their biggest ideas to the test through the 2026 KeikiCo Business Plan Competition.
FDA finalizes recall due to heart devices sending delayed alerts—software update on the way
Boston Scientific is warning clinicians about an ongoing safety concern with its LUX-Dx family of insertable cardiac monitors. No devices need to be returned or replaced, but the FDA did finalize a Class II recall.
Fitness for Hope classes raising awareness for mental health, suicide prevention
Fitness for Hope is bringing together exercise communities across the country in a weekend of movement, remembrance and hope.
Luminis Health Cyberattack Reported; Investigation Ongoing
Suspect your information could have been exposed in the Luminis Health cyberattack? Learn more about the incident.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda, Sept. 4 to 10
JAS Labor Day Experience, Sept. 4 to 6 The JAS Labor Day Experience 2026 will take place Sept. 4 to 6 at Snowmass Town Park. Jazz Aspen Snowmass presents the open-air festival, bringing world-class music...
Bernaola named to 2026 class of Kika De La Garza Science Fellows
Texas A&M AgriLife entomologist in Beaumont recognized for leadership in rice pest management, research and outreach.
Lego's Near 1:1 PlayStation Set Launches On October 1
The detailed Lego replica of the first PlayStation console also features two miniature dioramas of classic PlayStation games.
Scientists to Classrooms: A thriving Science News Learning outreach program
For three years, classrooms participating in Science News Learning have welcomed scientists to share their research and career journeys, giving…
Business Briefs: Sept. 4, 2026
Garden Cinemas plans special events for ‘Practical Magic 2’ release GREENFELD — The Garden Cinemas is bringing “Practical Magic 2,” the long-awaited PG 13 sequel to the 1998 classic starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, to the city not only through a themed float in the Franklin County Fair Parade, but with two events. “Practical […]
Entertainment around the area
Justin Hayward, the last surviving member of the classic Moody Blues lineup, leads the entertainment highlights coming to local and regional venues over the next couple of weeks. The singer/guitarist,...
Creator Economy class talks social media business amid expansion
The Center for Creator Economy, SU’s program that teaches students social media, sets itself apart by teaching behind-the-scenes strategy.
"Mayday" an action comedy, but scarce on both
“Top Gun” is a prerequisite for “Mayday.” It’s rare for a new film to be written around a retro classic, and its effect on the cinema zeitgeist. In the case
Sony and Microsoft say they’re not obligated to pass U.S. tariff refunds to consumers, echoing Nintendo
Back in July, Sony executives told investors that the company expected to receive $508 million in refunds from the U.S. government, after tariffs that the PlayStation-maker paid were ruled mostly in 2025 were found to be illegal. “Most” of the refund would by recouped by Sony’s gaming division, its chief financial officer said. This week, Sony’s lawyers are arguing that the company is not legally obligated to pass those proceeds on to consumers who paid for recently price-hiked PlayStation consoles. That’s in the face of a lawsuit from gamers calling on them to do exactly that. “Paying fair market price for voluntarily purchased consumer goods is not a legally cognizable injury in fact,” the lawyers wrote in a legal motion filed on Monday, as they asked a judge in California’s Northern District to dismiss a potential class action lawsuit over the tariff refunds. Microsoft made a similar argument two weeks ahead of Sony’s lawyers, in a similar lawsuit brought by a gamer in federal court in Washington State. As Microsoft’s legal team put it on August 21, in their request for a dismissal of that lawsuit: “There is nothing unjust about Plaintiff purchasing an Xbox at an advertised price and getting exactly what he paid for—regardless of whatever theory he devised months later about Microsoft’s cost structure.” Both legal fights are set to go on for some time. How things got to this point U.S. tariffs impacting a wide range of imported goods, including game consoles, had kicked off in early 2025. In May 2025, Microsoft raised the price of its Xbox consoles, citing “market conditions and the rising cost of development.” They raised them again that September. In August of that year, Sony raised the price of PlayStation 5 consoles, citing “a challenging economic environment.” Sony later told investors that its tariff fees for the fall quarter were nearly $200 million. in February of this year, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled the 2025 tariffs illegal, prompting impacted companies to begin to request refunds. In turn, consumers began suing the likes of Sony and Microsoft to get what they said was their share. The gamers in the Microsoft and Sony lawsuits argue that the 2025 price hikes of PlayStation and Xbox consoles, which added $50 or more to their sticker price, were due to illegal tariffs and should now be returned to consumers. The Sony suit started in May, when a group of gamers sued in federal court in California, saying Sony Interactive Entertainment (PlayStation) would be unjustly enriching itself if it did not pass tariff refunds to its PS5 buyers. “Sony is poised to be paid twice for the same unlawful tariff burden: once by its customers (through elevated prices) and once by the U.S. government (through tariff refunds),” the gamers’ lawyers wrote at the time. They called for Sony to partially reimburse anyone who bought a PlayStation in the U.S. since August 1, 2025. The Microsoft suit, filed by gamer Trevor Hastings against the Xbox giant in July, made similar claims. The console makers push back In late July, Nintendo’s lawyers, facing a similar suit accusing them of double-dipping on tariffs and refunds, replied with arguments that previewed Microsoft’s and Sony’s: “Nintendo or one of its retailers set a price for each product, and consumers decided whether that price was worth paying,” they wrote. Sony has buttressed that Nintendo-style argument this week by saying that the gamers have failed to prove that tariffs were the reason for its August 2025 PS5 price hike. They call thatclaim “speculative and illogical.” Other factors, including “inflation, currency fluctuations, component costs, logistics, competitive dynamics, or demand,” could have played a role. (No, the Sony lawyers do not break down the costs and factors that officially triggered the price increases). Microsoft has also argued that there’s no proof in these lawsuits that tariffs drove all or some of the price increase, as it seeks to dismiss the tariff refund suit it’s facing: “Plaintiff provides no specific allegations that would establish any pricing differential attributable to tariffs or suggest any possibility that Microsoft applied then or could recreate now any dollar-for-dollar calculation of tariff-related pricing—any more than it could any other market factor that affects pricing.” To further skewer the gamer side’s argument in its case, Sony’s lawyers have pointed to what might be a surprising defense: yet another PlayStation 5 price hike from this past spring, after the tariffs were ruled illegal. “If the original price increase were attributable to tariffs, SIE [Sony Interactive Entertainment, aka PlayStation] would have had no reason to raise prices again after the Supreme Court invalidated the IEEPA tariffs.” … “If tariffs were the cause of the price increases, one would expect SIE to lower prices once the tariffs were eliminated—not raise them again. Instead, the timeline confirms that the pricing of PlayStation consoles includes a diverse and dynamic set of input costs.” Judges have not yet ruled on the arguments made by Sony, Microsoft or Nintendo. Last week, Panic, the company behind the small, yellow Playdate handheld said it would be passing its tariff refunds on to consumers. It is the only gaming hardware maker to have made such a pledge. Game File is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my reporting, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe Item 2: A reporter’s second Second Life Wagner James Au, who from 2003-2006 was paid by San Francisco-based tech company Linden Lab to be a full-time journalist embedded in their virtual world Second Life, is returning to the company. This time, he’ll be an editorial advisor and business development specialist, he tells Game File. The new role will involve trying to share the stories of people inhabiting Second Life’s ongoing online world with reporters and by extension the public. Au plans to continue to also chronicle some of that through his long-running blog New World Notes. I’ve known Au since the mid-2000s and featured him in a 2007 article for the Columbia Journalism Review about reporters like him opening up virtual news outlets within Second Life. As I wrote at the time: On April 22, 2003, writing as Hamlet Linden for the New World Notes blog on Second Life’s Web site, Au introduced himself. “For the next few months, Linden Lab has invited me to set aside my journalist cap, and instead, don the digital beanie of their in-house virtual correspondent.” He wasn’t paid to keep it positive. He wrote about builders and eccentrics, but then in August of that year, he reported on a tax revolt against Linden Lab (a complaint about the fees it charges users who build stuff) led by a resident whose avatar was a big cat. Second Life has always been less of a video game and more of a virtual world where people can live, hang out, make art, sell virtual items and flirt. Back in 2007, Au described touring it as “sort of like underwater lucid dreaming.” For the past two decades, Au has maintained New World Notes as an independent publication. But he said he’s been drawn back to Second Life and Linden Lab as a place to directly work. The virtual world has around 650,000 monthly active users, he said, “which is actually about what it was during the hype wave.” Au says he’s still finding rich stories in Second Life, the kind that keep him interested 20 years into the beat: “Over the last few months for instance, I wrote about an SL creator in Venezuela whose apartment was destroyed by the earthquakes, so the global SL community rallied to get him back on his feet,” he told me. “Then there’s the woman from a Middle Eastern country who explored her lesbian sexuality in SL, then earned enough from her virtual jewelry to escape her abusive family situation and country.” Au wants to beckon more reporters to give Second Life another look. He argues that it is often ahead of internet trends, noting, for example, an early backlash in the community against AI-made art. Now the platform is drawing curiosity from more of the user-generated content community who’ve grown up with the likes of Roblox, according to Au. “Second Life was too early during its hype wave in 2005-2010, but it now feels right for a new wave of interest,” he told me.
Visa limits may cause dip in international students in N.Y.
Class is back in session for most college campuses across the country. As studies begin, there may be a noticeable change to some universities’ international student population.
Experts redefine heart attack to improve care for women, get clinicians on the same page
Representatives from ACC, AHA, ESC and WHF worked together to update the universal definition of myocardial infarction. This includes a new classification system that separates events into three categories: primary MI, secondary MI and procedure-related MI.
Measles concerns rise as Rochester-area students head back to school
As students return to classrooms across the Rochester and Finger Lakes region, health experts are urging families to be aware of measles amid a recent rise in cases.
Lunch and Learn Perspectives: A look at Manhattan courts and entertainment law
A class of NYS Supreme Court interns at the Manhattan Supreme Court has been getting firsthand legal education and lessons this summer.
Students take advantage of experiential learning opportunities
This summer was a time for travel, research, internships and expanding classroom lessons for many students in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences.
Public health in practice: Faith, community and student partnership across NC - UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health
September 2, 2026 This summer, students from the Gillings School took their learning beyond the classroom through Practice-in-Place, a community-engaged practicum experience of the Gillings Public Health and Faith Communities Initiative.
Mental health advocate: New state standards will give students language to ask for help
Beginning this fall, the state requires Minnesota schools to provide mental health instruction for students, from fourth grade through senior year.
Teacher Research Academy connects educators to LLNL science
For nearly 30 years, LLNL has offered Teacher Research Academy (TRA) to middle school, high school and community college teachers looking for unique professional development experiences. At no cost to educators, TRA workshops offer classroom-focused applications of LLNL's groundbreaking science and technology. Over two weeks this summer, four different TRAs were offered as two-day workshops: Understanding Energy Technology, Drone Design & Application, Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the Classroom and Data Analytics for STEM Labs using AI. Understanding energy technology This session
Future Leader: Emily Roy, UR Team Supervisor, Hansei Solutions
Emily Roy, UR Team Supervisor at Hansei Solutions, has been named to the Future Leaders Class of 2026 by Behavioral Health Business. To become a Future
Future Leader: Emily Roy, UR Team Supervisor, Hansei Solutions
Emily Roy, UR Team Supervisor at Hansei Solutions, has been named to the Future Leaders Class of 2026 by Behavioral Health Business. To become a Future
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis’s gamescom Demo Shows a Classic Reimagined with a Scanner, a Grapple, and a Skill Tree
At gamescom 2026, the developers of Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis demonstrated the Greece level with brand new features and tools.