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4 NYU faculty honored for STEM research by American Association for the Advancement of Science
Four NYU faculty members were recognized for their research in areas of biology, neuroscience and chemical and biomolecular engineering as fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. The AAAS — which aims to shape science policy and build a community for STEM researchers — elected 449 researchers across the United States for...
MAGA Is Winning Its War Against U.S. Science
Source: NBER With all the other terrible news right now, you may not have noticed that Donald Trump is in the process of killing American science. OK, that’s an exaggeration — but not that much of an exaggeration. The Trump administration’s latest budget proposal calls for a gigantic increase in military spending combined with severe cuts to social programs. But as the chart above shows, it also calls for debilitating reductions in research funding. Furthermore, Trump appointees have already been strangling science by sharply reducing the rate at which research grants are approved. Here, for example, is the number of new grants approved by the National Science Foundation: Source: Nature Large numbers of existing grants have also been frozen or terminated, especially in the study of infectious diseases. Add to this a sharp drop in visas issued to foreign students, who often play a direct role in research and who help support academic departments that do research: Put all of this together, and much U.S. scientific research is set to come to a screeching halt — not a few years from now, but over the course of the next year or two. This new assault on U.S. science is taking place at a time when the role of American science in the world has already been greatly eroded. The chart below, based on research recently reported by the National Bureau of Economic Research, measures national strength in science by the share of publications in highly ranked journals. In the 1990s the United States had more such publications than the rest of the world combined. Since then we’ve dropped into third place — well behind China and slightly below the European Union. And this was before the Trump administration’s attack on science had time to take its full effect. Source Some erosion in U.S. scientific preeminence was inevitable given China’s growing sophistication and wealth. But we’ve also fallen behind Europe, even though everyone says that Europe is lagging economically and technologically. Claims about Europe’s underperformance are, in fact, dubious if one looks hard at the data. But it’s still striking to see America lagging. What’s going on? There are presumably multiple factors behind America’s scientific lag. But even before Trump II the growing hostility of the U.S. right to science surely had some negative effect. And since the rise of MAGA G.O.P. attitudes toward science in general have become overwhelmingly hostile. This is true even for the Republican rank and file: And while I haven’t been able to find good survey data, it’s obvious that the anti-science turn has been even more pronounced — and began earlier — among the Republican political elite. Chris Mooney published The Republican War on Science in 2005, and even then was describing a longstanding trend. Why have Republicans turned so anti-science? Part of the answer is that they believe that scientists don’t support them. And they’re right! A study of who scientists give money to shows that only a small percentage gave money to Republicans even 20 years ago, and that almost none of them donate to Republicans now: Social scientists have always been strongly pro-Democratic, while there used to be a significant number of physical, “hard” scientists supporting the GOP. But these days physicists are almost as uniformly Democratic, or at least non-Republican, as sociologists. Why are there almost no Republican scientists? It’s not a mystery. GOP political orthodoxy includes positions that are at odds with the scientific consensus on multiple issues, ranging from the validity of the theory of evolution, to the reality of climate change, to the efficacy and safety of vaccines. In each case the scientific consensus is solidly grounded in evidence. But even before the rise of MAGA the U.S. right was increasingly hostile to evidence-based policymaking — especially, of course, where the evidence is unfavorable to fossil fuel interests or quack medicine, both financial mainstays of right-wing politics. So scientists don’t support Republicans, and the feeling is mutual. Today’s Republican Party doesn’t like science or scientists. It doesn’t like having its preconceived views challenged by appeals to evidence. It knows that very few scientists are on its side electorally. In general, it sees scientific research as a threat to its grasp on political power. Add in MAGA’s combination of rabid anti-intellectualism and allergy to any hint of criticism, and one has the makings of a drastic anti-science turn in policy. “Ignorance is strength” might was well be an official MAGA motto. And as I said, we aren’t talking about something that will happen over the course of multiple years: The U.S. scientific enterprise is threatened with severe damage, even collapse, over just the next year. There are many reasons to find this prospect horrifying: Think of all the beneficial advances, affecting almost every part of life, that won’t happen because U.S. science — still crucial to the world — has been eviscerated. But think, also, of America’s international standing. Can a nation that has forfeited its role as a leader, or even a contender, in global science, still be a Great Power? No. MUSICAL CODA
Bourbon demand is down and tariffs aren't helping. But distillers keep building.
Like many whiskey distillers, Heaven Hill Brands is rolling back bourbon production this year, as demand lags. Yet, as the American spirit faced a tumultuous market in 2025, the Kentucky company built a new, $200 million distillery in the heart of bourbon country, adding 155,000 barrels of capacity.
Georgia Runoff Puts Trump Influence to the Test in MAGA Stronghold
By Nathan Layne April 7 (Reuters) - Voters in northwest Georgia go to the polls on Tuesday in a congressional race between a moderate Democrat and a Republican backed by President Donald Trump, in a test of Trump's sway over his base and a possible barometer for the November midterms. The two-way ...
Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd reunite for 'Charlie's Angels' 50th anniversary
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Health insurers rise after US lifts 2027 Medicare Advantage payment rates
Shares of U.S. health insurers climbed in premarket trading on Tuesday after the government said it plans a larger-than-expected increase in 2027 payment rates for Medicare Advantage plans.
How to navigate running a business with your spouse; copreneur advice
Susie Moore and her husband, Heath, have been running her life coaching business together since Heath quit his job in investment banking in 2017.
Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd reunite for 'Charlie's Angels' 50th anniversary
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ING terminates sale agreement for Russian business
Dutch lender ING said on Tuesday it had terminated the agreement to sell its Russian business to Moscow-based Global Development JSC, announced in January 2025.
Look: Alaska Airlines unveils new business class for long-haul flights
Alaska Airlines will debut lie-flat suites on its Europe and Asia flights this spring. Here's what passengers can expect.
The Business of Euphoria
From Nate Jacobs in Bottega to a Balenciaga fashion show collab, luxury is front and center in Euphoria season three.
Sporting CP’s Rui Borges: From amateur coaching to historic match against Arsenal
The Sporting coach is on the brink of taking the club to the Champions League quarter-finals - it has been a rapid rise for the 44-year-old
Copying Farage and Polanski Is the Road to Political Oblivion
As John Major came to the lectern to deliver the annual Attlee Foundation Lecture in London recently, he acknowledged the incongruity of a Conservative ex-prime minister offering up a paean to the man whose legacy is honored at the event. Clement Attlee is considered Labour’s greatest occupant of 10 Downing Street.
Michigan wins its first national title since 1989 with 69-63 win over UConn
The Wolverines won the first men's basketball title for the Big Ten since 2000.
Samsung updates One UI software rollout roadmap
On March 6, Samsung shared its April 2026 software rollout roadmap. It’s important information for every Galaxy device user. The company has made some notable changes in this month’s roadmap, compared to March 2026. Current Models for Monthly Security Updates Samsung offers new security updates to premium Galaxy phones and foldables on a monthly basis. […]
Apple's foldable iPhone encounters engineering snags, faces potential shipment delays, Nikkei Asia reports
Apple has been encountering setbacks in the engineering test phase of its first foldable iPhone, which could lead to delays in its mass production and product shipment schedule, Nikkei Asia reported on Monday, citing sources.
Exclusive: SpaceX lays out IPO details, targets early June roadshow, sources say
SpaceX outlined details of its highly anticipated IPO at a meeting with its team of bankers Monday night, telling them it plans to earmark a large portion of shares for retail investors and will host 1,500 of them at an event in June following the IPO roadshow launch, according to two people familiar with the matter.
PREVIEW | Sporting Cristal vs Cerro Porteño - team news, lineups, predictions
Sporting Cristal and Cerro Porteño face each other this Thursday at the of the Copa Libertadores. Sporting Cristal mark their 41st participation in the competition, whilst Cerro Porteño go into the...
Scientists solve 30-year mystery of a hidden nutrient that protects the brain and fights cancer
Scientists have finally uncovered the missing link in how our bodies absorb queuosine, a rare micronutrient crucial for brain health, memory, stress response, and cancer defense. For decades, researchers suspected a transporter had to exist, but it remained elusive—until now. By identifying the gene SLC35F2 as the gateway into cells, this breakthrough opens new possibilities for therapies and highlights how diet and gut microbes profoundly shape human health.
Nintendo are reportedly deleting Super Mario Maker 2 courses because of hashtags
Content creators are being contacted by Nintendo, informing them that their creations are being deleted.
Construction on Rockrose Sports Complex ‘ahead of schedule’
Over six months since the initial groundbreaking of Kids Inc.’s Rockrose Sports Complex, progress continues to be made on the project.
Spanberger signs bipartisan bills tied to billions in business investment across Virginia
Gov. Abigail Spanberger on Monday signed a package of economic development bills aimed at securing billions of dollars in private investment and creating thousands of jobs across Virginia, highlighting projects in Southside and Central Virginia tied to manufacturing, energy infrastructure and pharmaceuticals.The legislation supports several major projects announced by the administration in February, including a more than $500 million investment in Pittsylvania County by Avio USA Inc. The company plans to build an 860,000-square-foot manufacturing facility at the Southern Virginia Multimodal Park in the town of Hurt.
World champion magician to perform at science museum
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A world champion magician held a special dress rehearsal at the Buffalo Museum of Science on Monday ahead of a week of performances in Buffalo. Jason Latimer is the man…
Science Museum of Virginia hosting free beetle pinning for seniors
The Science Museum of Virginia is hosting a free “Senior Science: Beetle Pinning” to show the art and science of beetle pinning for senior citizens.
Stafford Businessman Seeks to Build Massive Sports Complex at Buc-ee’s Site
The Colosseum is looking to build a state-of-the-art 300,000-square-foot sports and recreation complex at the Stafford County Buc-ee's site.
Sesame Workshop on What’s Shaping Children’s Entertainment
Gabriela Arenas, SVP, global consumer products, Sesame Workshop, discusses the company’s successful mission-driven licensing approach.
Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Replacement Revealed by CBS
The network has confirmed its new late-night lineup plans.
Scientists identify ‘neural fingerprint’ of psychedelic drugs in the brain
Analysis of more than 500 brain scans finds LSD, psilocybin and other psychedelics increase cross-talk between brain systems
Will Lauren Conrad Revisit ‘The Hills’ After Laguna Beach Reunion?
The former MTV star reveals her future reality television plans.
Will Lauren Conrad Revisit ‘The Hills’ After Laguna Beach Reunion?
The former MTV star reveals her future reality television plans.
Opening Doors to Opportunity: How Governors are Supporting Entrepreneurship
New businesses – including small businesses – are the backbone of the economy. They drive job growth, reduce poverty and strengthen GDP. Yet, the rate of new business formation in America has fallen by nearly half over 40+ years. It’s far more expensive to start a business in the U.S. than the U.K., China, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Sweden, […]
Samsung's Music Studio speakers and two of its 2026 soundbars are available now
Samsung's home theater lineup this year includes two new speakers and four new soundbars.
Apple's 2026 MacBook Pro Hits All-Time Low Prices on Amazon With Up to $199 Off
Amazon is offering a few all-time low prices on Apple's M5 Pro/M5 Max MacBook Pro, with up to $199 off select models without the need of a membership or clipping a coupon. These deals join Amazon's discounts on the M5 MacBook Air from over the weekend, which are seeing up to $200 in savings. MacBook Pro Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
Children’s Museum of Wilmington hosting Science at Play event
The Children’s Museum of Wilmington will host its annual “Science at Play” event as part of the North Carolina Science Festival.
Centene Latest Health Insurer To Shakeup Management Ranks
Centene is bolstering its management team by creating two new senior executive positions as health insurers battle higher costs and new policies at the federal level.
SK Life Science, Inc. to Present New Data and Epilepsy Insights at the 2026 American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting
Key Facts: SK Life Science, Inc. will present multiple posters at the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Annual Meeting (April 18–22, 2026, Chicago, Illinois)...
West Virginia renovation projects emblematic of college sports’ sudden pivot to fan-facing venue investment
WVU Athletics officials talk with Sports Business Journal about upcoming renovations to Milan Puskar Stadium and the Hope Coliseum.
Scientists discover hidden brain switch that tells you to stop eating
Your brain’s “stop eating” signal may come from an unexpected source. Researchers found that astrocytes—once thought to just support neurons—actually play a key role in controlling appetite. After a meal, glucose triggers tanycytes, which send signals to astrocytes that then activate fullness neurons. This newly discovered pathway could lead to innovative treatments for obesity and eating disorders.
“Why water is special” mystery finally solved.
POSTECH and Stockholm University observe water’s liquid-liquid critical point, published in Science, following the team’s 2017 and 2020 papers in the same journal. Ten years of persistent research leads to a discovery that could rewrite textbooks
The brain might not create consciousness after all
Is consciousness something the brain produces, or is it woven into the fabric of reality itself? Renowned neuroscientist Christof Koch is challenging long-held scientific assumptions by confronting the “hard problem” of consciousness — why and how subjective experience exists at all. He highlights growing tensions between neuroscience, physics, and unexplained phenomena like near-death experiences and sudden moments of clarity before death.
Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo and George Mason University scientists mine past air temperature forecasts, lower cost with greater subseasonal prediction accuracy
Researchers at Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo and George Mason University‘s College of Science have developed a new method that improves air temperature forecasts one to five weeks in advance—without requiring additional model simulations.
What Canada’s Euthanasia Surge Reveals About Single-Payer Health Care
For patients facing severe illness and suffering, the option is framed as an act of compassion. But its rapid expansion raises uncomfortable questions.
Burcum: In walking away from a tanning ban for minors, FDA misses a chance to prevent melanoma
"How seriously are we supposed to take Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the guy who’s supposed to be making America healthy again, when he’s abandoning an opportunity to prevent a common, potentially deadly cancer for generations to come?" columnist Jill Burcum writes.
FCC eyes changes to live sports broadcast rules amid fan frustration
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is opening the door to a rewrite of its rules for local blackout restrictions on live sports, a move that could be the first step in a potential shakeup …
Voters in Georgia have moved on from Marjorie Taylor Greene. On Tuesday, they finally fill her seat
Three months after Marjorie Taylor Greene abruptly left Washington in the midst of a remarkably bitter feud with President Donald Trump, voters in northwest Georgia on Tuesday are poised to cast their ballots – again – in a runoff election to replace her.
UConn coach Dan Hurley is the most complicated man in American sports
He’s the guy who plugs lemongrass and eucalyptus oil infusers into his office walls, right next to the gladiator mask he keeps on hand.
How a family succession feud positioned 2 New Orleans politicians to benefit
“We feel the system has failed us and our estate was used to benefit others."
What farmers can learn from other family business owners
Family farm businesses can adopt strategies learned from enterprises of all sizes to strengthen governance, leadership and succession planning.
Microsoft Labels Copilot “Entertainment Only” While Selling It as a Business Tool
Microsoft is currently facing criticism on social media over the wording in Copilot's terms of service. The company heavily markets its AI services to
Orban fuels anti-Ukraine mood ahead of Hungarian vote
Orbán has sought to portray his chief rival Magyar as the "puppet" of the EU and Ukraine
Iran deputy FM says US threats to hit civilian sites could be war crimes
Under Article 8(2)(b) of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC)
The Business of KAWS: What Data and a Museum Show Reveal About His Market
It's time for another look at the global craze for KAWS and what keeps it going strong as his museum shows break new ground.
Citigroup pushes back Fed rate cut timeline after strong job numbers
Citigroup has pushed back its Fed rate-cut timeline, citing unexpectedly strong U.S. job gains and persistent inflation risks.
India's Wipro rises after deal to acquire Olam Group’s IT business
Shares of Wipro rose as much as 3.2% on Monday after the Indian IT services firm agreed to buy the IT services business of Singapore-based Olam Group for an enterprise value of $375 million.
On plant health and embracing new plant-breeding techniques in South Africa
The major challenge currently confronting South Africa’s agriculture is the spread of foot-and-mouth disease. For many farmers across the country, the most urgent tasks are both securing sufficient vaccines and rolling them out quickly in the coming months, particularly as the beef and dairy industries continue to suffer big losses. There is also pressure on sheep, goats, and other livestock to prevent the disease from spreading. As efforts to get the country through this monumental challenge continue, I believe it is important to sharpen our focus on the broader task at hand: strengthening biosecurity. This covers both animal and plant health. In recent years, we haven’t focused much on plant health, except a few times, such as when we had a goss’s wilt scare in the maize industry, a few cases of citrus black spot, or cases of sclerotinia in sunflower seeds. But the fact that South Africa managed to control the outbreaks of these particular diseases when they occurred a few years ago was due to organized agricultural and government scientific capabilities, and, most importantly, the availability of crop protection or agrochemicals necessary to address some of them. Therefore, as the animal health division in the Department of Agriculture focuses on the pressing challenge of the day, the foot-and-mouth disease, there is an opportunity for the plant health division to assess if they have all the requirements to tackle any outbreak that may occur on fruits, vegetables or crops in future. The challenge with crop diseases is that they can spread quickly and cause much more rapid damage in the field than we typically see with livestock. Therefore, speed is everything in ensuring the appropriate controls are available. I raise this as an important area, particularly given the drastic climate variation we observe across the country. The production conditions in some areas have changed noticeably over time, which may introduce new risks. The other essential part is ensuring that South Africa has access to the best crop protection technology available in the market. Many technology developers worldwide have operations in South Africa. Therefore, the Department of Agriculture, along with the Agricultural Research Council, must continuously interact with technology developers to assess the various crop protection technologies they are releasing globally and determine their suitability and need in South Africa. This will require a proactive approach from the government, unlike the current approach, in which technology developers typically approach regulators with new technologies. The government, recognising the food security risks, must take a proactive approach to ensure that South African farmers have access to the latest crop protection technologies, thereby safeguarding the country’s food security. Beyond crop protection, we must never forget that South Africa’s agriculture is key to ensuring that the country is the most food-secure country at the national level in sub-Saharan Africa. South Africa is also the only African country in the top-40 global agricultural exporters, having more than doubled since 1994 on the back of the adoption of high-yielding seed cultivars. South Africa has been the only African country to adopt a bold approach to embracing science and adopting genetically engineered seeds for grains and oilseeds in the early 2000s. Since then, we have seen crop yields improve noticeably, contributing to the gains we mentioned above. But ensuring that South Africa improves further is not a given. The key lies in South African regulators’ attitudes towards new technologies. We have to maintain a progressive approach and not give in to the politics of non-food and non-scientific voices that shout on the sidelines. Food security is national security, and the government must ensure we progress, leaning on science. Therefore, the registration of high-yielding new genomic techniques is required. South Africa cannot afford to fall behind the EU, the USA, South America, and many of its competitors in global agriculture. The Department of Agriculture’s crop science division must adopt a progress-and-science-embracing approach for the good of the country. Thanks for reading AgriView! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Subscribe Share
Thailand plans reforms to boost growth and cut business costs, PM draft statement says
Thailand will pursue broad economic and administrative reforms, aim for faster growth and cut business costs through the use of technology, according to a draft policy statement set to be delivered by the prime minister later this week.
Ukraine beats Russia at world’s top sports court
The chess ruling in Kyiv’s favor sends signal that “aggression cannot be normalized through sporting institutions,” top Ukrainian official tells POLITICO.
The GoDaddy App Streamlines Business on the Go
Entrepreneurs can now bring their business with them everywhere they go using the reimagined GoDaddy app, a mobile-first experience designed to help owners create, manage and grow their businesses.
AI breakthrough cuts energy use by 100x while boosting accuracy
AI is consuming staggering amounts of energy—already over 10% of U.S. electricity—and the demand is only accelerating. Now, researchers have unveiled a radically more efficient approach that could slash AI energy use by up to 100× while actually improving accuracy. By combining neural networks with human-like symbolic reasoning, their system helps robots think more logically instead of relying on brute-force trial and error.
New study reveals hidden ocean chemistry
Scientists have found a new way to detect subtle chemical signatures in seawater—revealing previously invisible details about the ocean’s chemistry from data continuously collected by thousands of autonomous robotic floats drifting across the seas.
Train transfer hub linked to reduced healthcare spending
Researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University and Japan System Techniques Co., Ltd. evaluated the 2019 Osaka-Higashi Line station openings using a natural experiment and health insurance claims. While the overall rail-line effect was not significant, Shigino Station, a well-connected transfer hub, showed an estimated cumulative reduction of about JPY 62,500 per medically treated person over four years, highlighting that station connectivity and local context may determinewhether new stations deliver healthcare cost benefits.
Denton small business conference FlintConf returns with focus on values-driven entrepreneurship
Denton coworking space Stoke, in partnership with the Denton Office of Economic Development, recently announced the return of its small business and creative entrepreneur conference FlintConf.
Penguins/Panthers Recap: Pens take care of business, beat Florida 5-2, close in on playoff spot
Pregame The Penguins use the same lineup from yesterday — including in net with Arturs Silovs playing. Taylor Gauthier got the quick call up from Wheeling last minute to serve as backup, Stuart Skinner was unavailable with an upper body injury. The visiting Panthers are using this lineup, including starting Daniil Tarasov after he mopped […]
Art and politics … intersecting again
The stunning ”Resistance” Mexican art exhibit at the New Bedford Art Museum is unpredictable and necessary.
Neal Schon and bandmate Jonathan Cain battle lawsuits and politics as Journey's farewell tour rolls on
Journey bandmates Neal Schon and Jonathan Cain are feuding over politics, religion and lawsuits even as their farewell world tour moves forward.
Suffrage & Science Week to explore connections between women’s rights and science
Seneca Falls, N.Y. — The Women’s Rights National Historical Park and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park are hosting Suffrage & Science Week.This program wi
Birthplace Museum hosts speaker on old-fashioned recording
BRISTOL — The Birthplace of Country Music Museum invites the public to its April Speaker Session for a one-of-a-kind experience with musician and historian Martin Fisher on Tuesday, April 14
Washington Nationals vs Los Angeles Dodgers Game Thread
Follow along as the Nats try to snap their losing streak and solve the puzzle that is the Dodgers lineup
Vivo X300 Ultra vs Sony Alpha A7 full-frame camera: Who wins?
200MP photos from what is currently probably the best camera flagship phone on the market go up against 24MP shots from a Sony Alpha A7 III setup with a Sony 24-70 lens. Which one comes out ahead in which areas can be judged by anyone based on the available original images.
Linux 7.1 Expected To Begin Removing i486 CPU Support
It's finally time: a patch queued into one of the development branches ahead of the upcoming Linux 7.1 merge window is set to finally begin the process of phasing out and ultimately removing Intel 486 CPU support from the Linux kernel
Nvidia shows neural compression can cut VRAM usage from 6.5GB to 970MB
Consider Nvidia's work on Neural Texture Compression (NTC). In its "Tuscan Wheels" demo, the company showed VRAM usage dropping from roughly 6.5GB with traditional BCN-compressed textures to...
Trump says 'good chance' of deal with Iran on Monday
"I'm considering blowing everything up and taking over the oil" he added
The Man Holding MAHA Together
Can RFK Jr.’s book publisher keep the movement alive?
Intel shows Texture Set Neural Compression, claims up to 18x smaller texture sets
TSNC Variant A delivers 9x texture compression, lower-quality B variant up to 18x Intel has shared new details on Texture Set Neural Compression, or TSNC,
FULL SHOW: Inside INdiana Business 4/5/26
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Eulogy for the CIA Factbook: The free standard for world facts, long an educational staple, is gone
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Senate staffer joins law firm; coffee company names new CCO; reunion for banker
Take a look at some of the recent promotions and new hires announced at south Louisiana businesses.
Trump says US airman rescued in Iran in 'miraculous' operation
"He sustained injuries, but he will be just fine."
Saudi Arabia's non-oil business activity shrinks in March amid conflict, PMI shows
Saudi Arabia's non-oil private sector activity contracted in March for the first time since August 2020, as the war in the Middle East snarled up supply chains, a business survey showed on Sunday.
Why Fenerbahce turned to Europe’s youngest sporting director to break their title drought
Devin Ozek is only 30 but, having played his part in Bayer Leverkusen's rise, swapped Germany for the pressure-cooker of Istanbul football
University of Nebraska State Museum hosts monthly science lab on climate change
The University of Nebraska State Museum in Morrill Hall hosted its monthly Investigate Saturday Science Lab, with this month’s topic focused on climate change.
Striking JBS workers to return to Colorado plant on promise of talks
Workers of the world's largest meat company, JBS , agreed to return to work at a beef plant in Greely, Colorado after it agreed to resume negotiations, bringing a three-week picket to an end, their union said in a statement on Saturday.
Every Alabama player drafted by the Golden State Warriors
Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Warriors out of Alabama.
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science reopens
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After eight months of the New Mexico Natural History Museum being closed for renovations, residents finally got to see what the wait was for. The museum closed last summe…
Chinese Scientists Bioengineering Plants With Firefly Genes to Glow, in Effort to Light Cities at Night
Night lighting may be due for a plant-based glow-up.
University of Nebraska State Museum hosts monthly science lab on climate change
The University of Nebraska State Museum in Morrill Hall hosted its monthly Investigate Saturday Science Lab, with this month’s topic focused on climate change.
Egypt raises electricity prices for higher-use households, businesses from April
Egypt raised electricity prices for higher-use residential consumers and commercial users starting in April, the electricity ministry said in a statement on Saturday, citing a severe global energy crisis linked to the war in the Gulf region.
Natural disasters and political instability hampered U.S. museum attendance in 2025
The Art Newspaper's latest annual study of "the world's 100 most visited art museums" also reveals signs of modest growth.
NASA Disappoints Artemis II Astronauts By Cutting Off Chappell Roan Wakeup Song
This is a lot cooler than Katy Perry going into space: NASA played Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club” to wake up the astronauts on Artemis II this morning. However, mission control abruptly cut the audio after Roan sang “heels.” “We were all eagerly awaiting the chorus,” Commander Reid Wiseman joked. Artemis II launched on Wednesday…
Italian PM in United Arab Emirates on final leg of Gulf trip
She also visited Qatar and Saudi Arabia
NVIDIA's Neural Texture Compression Cuts VRAM Use From 6.5 GB to 970 MB
NVIDIA has released more details about its Neural Texture Compression (NTC) technology, which significantly reduces GPU VRAM usage by up to seven times. In a technology demo presented during one of the GTC 2026 sessions, NVIDIA revealed that its Neural Texture Compression can reduce VRAM usage from ...
The Band Really is Back Together
It’s been a loooong hiatus, but the prolonged pause is over: the original lineup of Triumph, has reunited for its first tour in 30 years.
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
It's back, Albuquerque! The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science reopens today, April 4th after eight months of renovations! Expect a revamped lobby, the brand-new Animal Armor traveling...
‘Bob’s Burgers’ Star Eugene Mirman Shares Health Update After Fiery Crash
The governor of New Hampshire and a member of her security detail swung into action at the scene after Mirman became trapped in the burning car.
1000 new African genomes added to global science
Wits-led AGenDA project sequenced 1,000+ African genomes, uncovering vast genetic diversity and novel variants. This helps correct Eurocentric bias in global datasets, improving disease prediction, treatment design, and ensuring African populations benefit from genomic medicine.
Nationals have hands full with menacing Dodgers lineup
After putting together their best offensive performance of the new season in the series opener, the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers will look to take the weekend set against the Washington Nationals on Saturday.
Astros New Approach Is Sustainable
For the first couple of games, the Astros offense looked like it was trying to force everything. The swings came early, the contact was weak, and too many innings ended before the opposing starter ever felt uncomfortable. It had that familiar early-season look of a lineup still searching for rhythm. But the last few games […]