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This AI Wearable From Ex-Apple Engineers Looks Like an iPod Shuffle
Two former Apple Vision Pro developers made an AI wearable that only listens when you tap it. They hope to win where other AI gadgets have fumbled: privacy.
Longtime Bloomington landmark Laserlite has closed. Here’s what’s coming.
The former Laserlite property is at 4505 E. Third St., just west of Bruster’s ice cream shop.
MHSAA girls basketball: Free Press 2026 All-North teams
Here are the Free Press nominees for the All-North metro teams for the 2025-26 high school girls basketball season.
Dyson's First-Ever Handheld Fan Is Here in Time for Summer Heat Waves
The 55-mph HushJet Mini Cool can help you beat the heat, even when you're on the move.
Mercedes reports drop in Q1 sales during 'transition year' for China market
Mercedes-Benz reported another drop in sales in its core car business in the first quarter of 2026 as the German premium carmaker lost further ground in the tough Chinese market amid an overhaul of its lineup there.
How to make a high-deductible health plan and HSA work for you
If you chose a cheaper health plan, you may be stuck with some hefty medical bills until you meet your deductible. Here's how to get the most out of your plan and health savings account.
Chicken coop-making business in Norwalk hopes to relocate
“You have families with younger kids that really want to have chickens and show their kids where their food comes from,” said Tori Pond.
US Highway 50 Business to see closures starting April 9 in Pueblo
Parts of U.S. Highway 50 Business will be closed from April 9 through April 11. Here's what to know.
2026 NFL draft: Top 12 of Top 100 prospects
NFL.com's Eric Edholm updated his top 100 prospects. Here are the top 12.
Scientists thought there was a black hole at the centre of our Galaxy. It turns out it may be something even stranger | BBC Sky at Night Magazine
Could Sagittarius A* at the centre of our Milky Way galaxy be not a black hole, but dark matter instead? A new study suggests so.
Tulane A.B. Freeman School of Business soars in new U.S. News rankings
Tulane's School of Business climbed significantly in this year’s U.S. News rankings. Here’s how much they went up by.
Which U.S. metros have the highest health spending? The answer might surprise you
There's not a consistent theme among the 10 highest and lowest spending metros, which highlights the “irrationality” of U.S. health care spending, experts say.
Sindhu faces tough test in badminton Asia C'ships; medal matches in boxing, Shooting WC, Candidates continue: Indian Sports LIVE, April 9
Here are all the updates from Indian sports on April 9, 2026.
Sindhu faces tough test in badminton Asia C'ships; medal matches in boxing, Shooting WC, Candidates continue: Indian Sports LIVE, April 9
Here are all the updates from Indian sports on April 9, 2026.
No Charges for Wisconsin Mayor Who Removed Ballot Drop Box in 2024
A special prosecutor said a review of the incident found there was not sufficient evidence to charge Doug Diny, the mayor of Wausau.
Republican tells Trump to stop ‘nursing grudges’ as he complains NATO ‘wasn’t there when we needed them’
Trump suggested the U.S. may consider leaving the trans-Atlantic alliance.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for April 9 #563
Here's today's Connections: Sports Edition answer and hints for groups. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Connections: Sports Edition, every day.
Steelers pre-draft visits and meetings tracker: News and updates
Here is a look at the Pittsburgh Steelers' top-30 visits and pre-draft meetings ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Scientists Discovered a 'Yellow Brick Road' at The Bottom of The Ocean
Where does it lead?
Apple Warns All iPhone Users—Do Not Answer These Calls And Texts
You will probably be targeted by this new attack — here's what you need to do.
Ishbia family taking swing at youth sports facility for vacant Office Depot
(Editor’s Note: Alex Harrison Perry reported this story for Evanston RoundTable, a neighboring independent newsroom. It was shared with The Record as part of an ongoing collaborative effort.) The vacant Office Depot building at 2722 Green Bay Road — just a block south of Wilmette — could become a year-round site for youth sports, as a North Shore family […]
Is Collin Morikawa healthy enough to play 2026 Masters after injury?
Collin Morikawa wants to play hurt at the 2026 Masters after a back injury that has sidelined him since The Players. Here's the latest on his status.
Lima Festival and Amphitheater Alliance plans busy season of entertainment
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Lots of Social Science Won’t Replicate. Does That Mean It’s Bunk?
Scholars are debating the results of an effort to assess hundreds of papers’ credibility. Where some see failure and cause for urgent reform, others see reason for hope.
UNITE HERE shakes up NC politics: A conversation with Maria Hernandez
This spring, UNITE HERE Local 23 played a key role in unseating conservative Democrats and replacing them with progressive candidates in North Carolina's primary elections. An active member of Local 23 in Charlotte spoke with Facing South about how they mobilized voters amid a climate of fear.
iOS 26.4.1 Released: Apple’s New iPhone Update Is An Unexpected, Urgent Bug Fix
Here it is, an iPhone update that has landed just over two weeks since the last iPhone release, unexpectedly landing midweek. Here’s all you need to know.
Natch Greyes | Business & Industry Association
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Essentia Health-Fosston breaks ground on new emergency department
Essentia Health leaders, staff and project partners gathered Wednesday, April 8, to break ground on a new emergency department at Essentia Health-Fosston, marking the start of construction on a $12 million project that will improve the patient experience and strengthen care for the Fosston community.
18 new features coming to Windows 11 in 2026, confirmed by Microsoft
Windows 11 is getting major upgrades with faster performance, improved File Explorer, better updates, native apps, etc. Here is the full list.
Where to watch ABC programming preempted by KSAT-12’s SA Sports All-Star Basketball Game coverage
Local and national sports coverage, including Sunday’s San Antonio Sports All-Star Basketball Game, will impact the weekend programming schedule on KSAT-12.
The Metro: Trust in elections is declining. A Michigan Republican clerk blames politics
Ottawa County Clerk Justin Roebuck spoke with Robyn Vincent about election security, how he sees the SAVE act and more.
Insta360's Nifty New Selfie Screen for Phones Is Now Available Everywhere
Front-facing camera? No thanks!
Oil is crashing, but don’t expect $3 gas anytime soon. Here’s why
Oil futures are plunging – but it could still take weeks or months before gas prices are dramatically lower.
iPhone Air 2 and iPhone 18e Reportedly Launching Early Next Year
Apple plans to release an updated iPhone Air and a lower-end iPhone 18e early next year, according to the latest word from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In a report this week, he said Apple plans to unveil the two devices in spring 2027, alongside a standard iPhone 18. If so, Apple will likely announce the trio of devices in March or April next year. It is unclear if there will be a live-streamed event.
‘Stop Texting’—Apple Changes iPhone After 15 Years
The FBI warned smartphone users to stop sending texts — here's what happens now.
NOLA.com to debut live shows at Jazz Fest, French Quarter Fest in new partnership
Keep up with two of the most iconic festivals in New Orleans from your living room this year! Here’s how.
Astronaut’s Science Blast empowers kids to reach for their own stars
Students across San Joaquin County recently participated in the annual Science Blast program at University of the Pacific. Here's what to know.
Science happens here! Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology invites public to free Open House Saturday, May 2, 2026
Dive into the world of marine science and explore cool tech at this open house you won't want to miss! Have you ever wondered what happens in that unique
The surprising science behind why travel makes you happier
Researchers found a link between new experiences and better moods—here's how it works.
Databricks co-founder wins prestigious ACM award, says 'AGI is here already'
Matei Zaharia has won the top honor from the Association for Computing Machinery. Now he's working on AI for research and says AGI is simply misunderstood.
Kirk Cousins declares the Raiders' uniforms the 'best jerseys in pro sports'
New Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins calls Las Vegas jerseys the "best in pro sports," though there may be an epic debate to be had about his declaration.
Access, AI and an aging population: ‘Business Report’ examines the state of Capital Region health care
Louisiana’s health care industry is contending with a convergence of pressures—an aging population, workforce shortages, access gaps and rapid technological change—and Business Report’s annual Trends in Health Care edition examines how Capital Region providers are responding. Here’s what you’ll find: AI is reshaping how care is delivered across the Capital Region. Area health care organizations […]
Iran reveals 10-point plan for peace with the US – here's what's in it
The U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire as Iran shares a 10-point plan demanding sanctions relief and the right to enrich uranium.
Five to watch: Here are our top contenders to win the green jacket at the 2026 Masters
Who will win the Masters’ green jacket in 2026? Here are five players to watch:
RPS Verdict: In its best moments, Samson is like a goon-battering GTA 4 roleplay mod, but in its worst it's horribly broken
Liquid Swords' Samson, a GTA-ish driveabrawler about a debt-ridded criminal is out, here's our verdict.
No Man's Sky Xeno Arena Update Channels Pokémon, Lets You Raise, Train and Battle the Alien Creatures Found Across the Universe
No Man’s Sky’s latest update, Xeno Arena, is doing its best Pokémon impression by letting you raise, train and battle the alien creatures found across the universe. Here's everything you need to know.
Entire Human Populations Vanished 3,000 Years Ago. Scientists Figured Out Where They Went.
The population drop opened the door for outsiders to repopulate with new demographics and cultures.
What Is Tmrw Longevity Powder? Here's what to know about the blue scoop
Tmrw Longevity Powder combines blue spirulina with a focused blend designed to support energy, clarity, digestion and healthy aging pathways.
Where stories meet science - College of Arts and Sciences
A North Carolina-focused digital humanities project is using storytelling to inform a major science and public health issue — the impact of PFAS exposure on people’s lives.
Scientists say we’ve been wrong about what makes sprinters fast
A new international study is shaking up how we think about elite sprinting, arguing there’s no single “perfect” running style behind the world’s fastest athletes. Instead, speed emerges from a complex mix of an individual’s body, coordination, strength, and training—meaning every top sprinter moves differently. Using examples like rising Australian star Gout Gout, researchers show that unique physical traits can produce world-class speed without copying anyone else’s technique.
UNE faculty, business executive board mentor high schoolers in regional workforce development challenge
Students from multiple high schools in southern Maine gathered on April 2 to compete at the University of New England in the Junior Achievement of Maine’s (JA Maine) Titan Challenge, and several teams were mentored by faculty in UNE's College of Business — including the winning team in the southern Maine region.
Why climate action is one of today’s biggest business opportunities
As federal policy shifts, the economics of clean energy are becoming harder to ignore. Jeff York, an expert on environmental entrepreneurship, explains where
Brawl breaks out between Braves pitcher Reynaldo López and Angels slugger Jorge Soler
“I asked him if everything was OK and the answer he gave me, I didn’t like it,” Soler said through a translator, according to MLB.com. “That’s why I went out there.”
What Oregonians told Gov. Tina Kotek's council to make business better
More than 1,000 people completed a survey for Gov. Tina Kotek's Prosperity Council. Here's what they said about building business in Oregon.
'I'm Still Beyond Confused Why They Didn't Go the Cyberpunk Route' — Crimson Desert Female Character Creator Mod Lets Players Unshackle Themselves From Premade Kliff
One of the major criticisms of Crimson Desert I’ve seen since launch is that it does not let you create your own character. Instead, you’re locked into playing as Kliff, who himself has been criticized for a lack of personality, and two other even less fleshed out playable characters. Well, now, like so many other things with Pearl Abyss’ open world action adventure, there’s a mod for that.
‘The Beast’ is here, plus a base-brawl
The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! I hope you have a favorite fact about yourself ready. Inside: 📘 600 pages of NFL Draft 🥊 Base-brawl 🐘 Behold the Zammoth I come to you this morning with a confession. I find most pre-draft content, for any sport, exhausting. Not because of the specific article or mock draft or report, but because of the cycle itself. We are yammering about the infinite possibilities of something that has not happened yet. At a certain point,...
Where's the business exodus from NYC Mamdani critics promised?
New data offers a promising sign for Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist who proposed various tax hikes during his New York City mayoral campaign.
Steelers 2026 NFL Draft scouting report: WR Elijah Sarratt
As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for the 2026 NFL Draft, here is a scouting report for wide receiver Elijah Sarratt of Indiana.
The Southern Group rides Southwest Florida wave with Fort Myers expansion
'There’s no better team to lead that effort than Nick and Eddie.'
NASA chose an old DSLR as its primary Artemis II camera
It still beats the best mirrorless cameras where it matters most
Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics
Sunburn: Where Florida politics gets properly burned
Scientist leaves Yale for China, chip researcher’s death: 7 science highlights
From China closer to detecting US nuclear submarines to its jam-proof satellite network, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.
Health care transparency, a win in new federal law
A new federal legislation requires providers to identify where care occurred, improving billing transparency and reducing costs
PSA: You Can Now Download Pokémon Champions On Switch
There's also a free update for Switch 2
Indians in action at badminton, boxing, wrestling Asian C'ships; shooting WC, chess Candidates continue: Indian Sports LIVE, April 8
Here are all the updates from Indian sports on April 8, 2026.
Indians in action at badminton, boxing, wrestling Asian C'ships; shooting WC, chess Candidates continue: Indian Sports LIVE, April 8
Here are all the updates from Indian sports on April 8, 2026.
Abby Phillip asks NewsNight panel ‘where do we go from here’ in Iran?
The East Baton Rouge Parish Library: Where entrepreneurs go to grow
Sponsored by East Baton Rouge Parish Library When it comes to powering local entrepreneurship, the East Baton Rouge Parish Library and The Alliance are building one of the region’s most dynamic engines for small business growth. Their collaborative Small Business Engine Series has evolved into a practical, boots-on-the-ground resource for aspiring and established business owners alike, blending […]
ASU DE Clayton Smith's spring run at WR ends
Clayton Smith, who spent the majority of ASU's spring camp working as a WR, returned to the DE group on Tuesday, where he's played the last three seasons.
Washington County high school sports scores for April 6-11
Here's a list of Washington County high school sports scores for the week of April 6-11, to be updated as the week progresses.
Brad Stevens embraces Celtics role, shuts down college coaching rumors
Boston Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens made it clear that he's not going anywhere, despite the rumors.
Viewpoint: FP10 should remain open, excellent and secure
Europe is right to worry about research security. Foreign interference is real. So is the misuse of sensitive knowledge. Universities working in sensitive areas such as AI, quantum, semiconductors and advanced materials cannot afford to ignore the geopolitical environment around them.But Europe is in danger of drawing the wrong conclusion, one that would increase, not reduce, its strategic vulnerabilities.If the EU applies an “EU preference” logic to the next Framework Programme for research and innovation (FP10), it will weaken one of its greatest strategic assets: a research system built on openness, excellence and international collaboration. In the name of security, Europe could end up advancing science more slowly, innovating less effectively and making itself less attractive to global talent and partners in advanced science and technology.That would be a serious mistake.The EU preference included in Article 10 of the proposed European Competitiveness Fund may make sense in some industrial or deployment contexts, but is far harder to justify when applied to collaborative research in advanced science and technology, where excellence and global connectivity are crucial. Research is not procurement. It does not thrive when isolated. It advances through access to the best ideas, the best people, the best facilities and the best data, wherever they are found. This is why FP10 should not simply absorb industrial policy logic by default. Doing so would risk importing instruments that are ill-suited to research and that ultimately increase vulnerability rather than resilience.For universities of science and technology, the issue is especially acute. These institutions sit at the frontier of knowledge and technology creation in the very fields Europe sees as critical for its future competitiveness and resilience. They know better than most that security risks are real. But they also know that openness and security are not opposites. In practice, they have to be made to work together. Research security is not about closing doors. It is about building resilience through collective responsibility, trust, proportionate safeguards and better governance. That is a fundamentally different approach from default restriction.The risks of non-collaborationThe real danger in the current debate is that Europe talks too much about the risks of collaboration and not enough about the risks of non-collaboration. Those risks are strategic too. Cut researchers off from international networks and Europe loses access to knowledge, data, infrastructures and talent. Slow down global collaboration in critical technologies and Europe slows down its own progress on cutting-edge science. Make participation rules unpredictable and Europe weakens its attractiveness to researchers and investors alike.In other words, over-restricting collaboration will create strategic vulnerabilities, particularly in advanced science and technologies.This point is often underestimated in policy discussions that frame openness mainly as a value to be defended. Europe’s scientific strength, technological development and long-term competitiveness depend on remaining connected to the best research ecosystems in the world. For a continent that wants to accelerate deep tech, strengthen industrial capacity and reduce strategic dependencies, weakening the excellence base would be self-defeating. That does not mean ignoring risk. Quite the opposite. Universities are already strengthening due diligence, internal governance, awareness-raising, screening procedures and compliance support. Across Europe, institutions are working to manage risks linked to foreign interference, sanctions, export controls and the misuse of research. The right response is not complacency. It is better risk management. But that means targeted, evidence-based and proportionate measures, not blunt top-down restrictions with wide spillover effects. In the daily reality of universities, openness and restriction often coexist. The real challenge is how to apply safeguards without sliding into securitisation that damages academic freedom, open science and international cooperation. Restrict partners, not nationsMore restrictive treatment of collaborators from European Economic Area members Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, or from Switzerland and the UK, is strategically very difficult to justify. These are deeply embedded partners in Europe’s research and innovation ecosystem. Beyond that, Europe should still resist default exclusion and instead rely on case-by-case assessment. The relevant question is not nationality in the abstract. It is the actual risk profile of a collaboration: the institution, the affiliations, the field, the knowledge involved, the intended use and the safeguards available. Screening should focus on institutions and affiliations rather than nationality alone. Related articlesParliament ‘misreads’ link between Horizon Europe and ECF, Commission official saysFrustration grows at governance gap in next Horizon EuropeIf EU preference logic is imported into research without careful calibration, the likely result is a chilling effect. Researchers may step back from legitimate and beneficial collaboration, even where risks are manageable. International partners may see Europe as less predictable. And Europe may end up undermining the very excellence base it needs to compete, scale up and lead in strategic technologies, thereby increasing its dependence on others.FP10 should do the opposite. It should remain open by default, with restrictions used only exceptionally, and then on the basis of clear evidence. It should integrate research security into open science and research integrity frameworks, not set them against each other. And it should recognise that academic freedom, scientific excellence and responsible international collaboration are not obstacles to Europe’s security, they are part of it. Europe needs stronger tools to protect itself. But it also needs the discipline to avoid measures that would weaken it and increase its strategic vulnerabilities in the process. In FP10, that means staying open, excellent and secure.Louise Drogoul is senior advisor for innovation and sustainability at the Cesaer university association.
L.A. election shadow hearing: Democrats, experts defend voting systems
House Democrats gathered in Los Angeles on Tuesday for a "shadow hearing" on midterm election security, where experts echoed their arguments that state-run elections are safe and secure.
MedTech Entrepreneurs Secure a Leg Up with PLASMA Health at Aggie Square
There’s a new educational arm to PLASMA, the flagship entrepreneurship program of the Student Startup Center. The 12-week accelerator, which helps undergraduates launch a startup business, now features a track for students interested in medtech.
4 '80s Inspired Retro Gadgets You Can Find On Amazon
There are many retro-inspired gadgets on Amazon, such as typewriter-style keyboards, '80s-style mics, and even CD players styled as record players.
Dimensity 9600 Pro To Bring Desktop-Level Performance To Smartphones With New Architecture & 5GHz Target Speed, At A Significant Trade-Off
A tipster states that MediaTek is bringing incredible performance gains with its Dimensity 9600 Pro, but there will be one major drawback to this move
Billionaire Bill Ackman Thinks This Entertainment Giant Is "Dramatically Underperforming." Here's His $64 Billion Plan to Fix It This Year
This is the latest move by the hedge fund manager to be the modern-day Warren Buffett.
Protect Girls Sports in Maine files motion to intervene in lawsuit over signatures
The lawsuit alleges there were problems with the signature-gathering process.
How to watch men's NCAA ice hockey championship on ESPN
It's time for the men's NCAA ice hockey championship! Here's how to catch the action on the ESPN App.
Official RPCS3 system requirements are here
RPCS3 developers release a simplified set of 2026 system requirements, broken into "Minimum", "Recommended", "Optimal", and "Max Performance" tiers.
500 Million Windows PCs Are About to Become Unsafe—Now There's a Free Upgrade to Keep Them Running
Microsoft left Windows 10 users with older hardware behind. Google has a free and convenient fix.
Is MSG Entertainment's Tokyo Sphere Plan Shifting Its Concentration Risk Story (MSGE)?
Madison Square Garden Entertainment recently received fresh analyst attention with BTIG initiating coverage and the company advancing talks to bring its large-scale immersive Sphere venue concept to Tokyo, alongside appointing Allen Lo as Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer in late March. Together, the analyst endorsement and potential Tokyo Sphere highlight how MSG Entertainment is pushing its immersive live-event format beyond its core U.S. venues, which could gradually reduce...
‘Les Misérables’ and more Seattle theater highlights in April, May 2026
There's lots to see on Seattle stages in April and May, from "Les Misérables" to three new adaptations of Chekhov comedies and more.
Packers Discussion: Favorite draft fits for Green Bay
Here are some players I would really like to see in green and gold
'They are literally everywhere': The shocking story of how forever chemicals polluted the world
Live Science spoke with Mariah Blake, an investigative journalist and author of the book "They Poisoned The World," about one of the greatest corporate scandals in history.
Climate Change Is Altering a Key Greenhouse Gas in a Way Scientists Didn’t Expect
The lifetime of nitrous oxide is decreasing more quickly than expected, which is changing climate projections.
2026 NASCAR Odds: Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin Top Early Board
Who will get into Victory Lane when the NASCAR Cup series goes to Bristol this weekend? Here are the early odds.
Jay Collins blames 'lobby corps' for fundraising woes, but says there's a 'great chance' Ron DeSantis endorses him
'They don't want the people to choose.'
NFL mock draft roundup: Experts predict first round weeks before draft
The 2026 NFL Draft begins on April 23. Here are the latest expert projections for the first round from around the web.
High school sports top performers from a busy Monday put up huge stats
No cases of the Mondays here. These 17 high school athletes showed they're in midweek form already. Here's who stood out from action April 6.
PSSR Games List for PS5 Pro: Native 2.0 and Upgradeable 1.0 Titles
Here's the full list of PS5 Pro games that support PSSR: native PSSR 2.0 titles and original 1.0 games upgradeable via the system toggle.
D. Wayne Lukas, Louis Cella To Be Inducted Into Arkansas Sports Hall Of Fame
For decades, Oaklawn Park’s Arkansas Derby has served as one of Thoroughbred racing’s most important proving grounds, where champions sharpen their form before heading to Churchill Downs. Today, the Arkansas track hosts one of the richest racing meets in the country, drawing many of the sport’s ...
Direct mail company to eliminate 106 Portland jobs
Direct Marketing Solutions said it’s expanding elsewhere. It also has operations in Illinois and Pennsylvania.
Giants' John Harbaugh not surprised by Dexter Lawrence's trade request: 'There’s business involved'
Dexter Lawrence’s trade request upended the opening of the New York Giants' voluntary offseason program under John Harbaugh, but the coach isn’t closing the door on Big Blue reconciling things with the star defensive tackle.
Where Kansas basketball ranks in final USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
Kansas basketball’s season ended early on in the NCAA tournament, but what is its final ranking in the top 25 of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll?
Is sports betting legal in Alabama? Here's what to know
Sports betting is booming nationwide, but is it still off limits in Alabama? Here's what we know about sports betting laws in AL.
Vision Pro is about to get Steam Link app for gaming, download beta here
Apple Vision Pro will soon offer access to a lot more games than ever before, as visionOS is gaining a native Steam Link app.
16 offensive tackle prospects who fit Packers experience benchmarks
Green Bay has coveted experience, ideally on the left side in their draft picks at offensive tackle. Here are 16 prospects who fit the bill in 2026.
Ohio State competition prompts students to put business skills to work
Students from across the country gathered at The Ohio State University’s Columbus campus recently to participate in the annual Fisher Invitational Case Competition.The Fisher College of Business hosted the competition with Battelle, a Columbus-based nonprofit, private company that applies science and technology to solve challenges in the envir...