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Why Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death could impact Texas politics
Following the death of longtime Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), political leaders across the country, including in Texas, are reflecting on the senator’s legacy and what his death could mean for the political landscape ahead of the midterm elections. READ MORE: https://www.kxan.com/news/texas-politics/why-sen-lindsey-grahams-death-could-impact-texas-politics/
Avondale’s only grocery store closes after a year in business
Rising costs, theft and violence cited as factors in Country Meat Co Marketplace shutdown
18th annual Neutrino Day brings free science activities and researchers to Lead
10 PM KOTA Territory News - Saturday
Albuquerque’s Book Fest highlights local authors and small businesses
A two-day event celebrating Albuquerque’s small business community with local authors, vendors, and book-themed activities.
The real Daeron speaks: ‘House of the Dragon’ star unpacks the Ormund relationship
‘House of the Dragon’ star behind Daeron Targaryen (the real one) speaks. The actor talks the ‘uncontrollable, chaotic’ Ormund and the ‘inherent conflict of power.’
Why Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death could impact Texas politics
Political experts say Lindsey Graham’s death introduces uncertainty into the fight for control of the U.S. Senate, creating ripple effects that could reach far beyond South Carolina — includi…
Light Can Act as a Quantum Brake to Slow Movement in The Nanoworld, Scientists Discover
"This discovery of light-induced quantum friction fundamentally changes our understanding... "
Denver unveils $100 million to create jobs, attract businesses
Stockton-con brings pop culture celebration to Adventist Health Arena
Stockton-con returned this weekend, uniting fans of gaming, comics, and shows for two days of activities and special guests in Stockton.
Japan’s pet care industry booms as ‘fur babies’ outnumber infants
Japanese baby product manufacturers are turning their attention to the pet market amid collapsing birthrate.
Why AI is driving a record boom in new US startups
Artificial intelligence is acting as a force multiplier for entrepreneurs, sparking a record wave of new businesses.
Opening weekend at North Dakota Horse Park brings action, family-friendly entertainment
Park staff say they've moved more of the races to Friday evenings to beat extreme heat and to catch folks before they go on weekend summer getaways.
Where you live could shape your dementia risk, massive study finds
Researchers analyzing data from more than 214,000 people found that dementia risk factors differ widely across countries, challenging the idea of a one-size-fits-all prevention strategy. At the same time, they uncovered surprisingly consistent patterns that could help shape smarter, more targeted public health efforts.
Scientists discover a hidden heart valve risk linked to gum disease
Researchers found that bacteria linked to gum disease may help drive the development of calcific aortic valve stenosis by triggering inflammation and calcium buildup in the heart valve. The early findings suggest that keeping gums healthy could play a role in reducing the risk of this serious heart condition.
Entertainment Stocks Anticipate Rebound on Second-Half Artist Activities
Entertainment Stocks Anticipate Rebound on Second-Half Artist Activities HYBE, SM, JYP, YG eye recovery via BTS tours, Big Bang comebacks, MD sales in second half
How Small Actions Can Build Health and Happiness - New York State Bar Association
There's a myth in the legal profession that success and personal well-being are a trade-off and that to build a thriving practice you have to sacrifice everything else. Attorney Jennifer Gillman knows this tension firsthand. Before building her own legal recruiting and strategy business, she was an AMLaw 100 lawyer working crazy hours that left
“Moana” capsizes with bumpy $43 million U.S. debut, while “Michael” breaks record with $1 billion at global box office
Disney’s live-action remake of the 2016 blockbuster failed to launch, marking a severe downturn after the success of “Toy Story 5.”
Europeans Have 'Changed' Their Opinion Of America During World Cup
It's official: Europeans have changed their opinion of America during the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup. Thousands of Europeans, from countries like England, Norway, Switzerland, Spain, etc. flocked to North America for the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup. While the United States, Mexico and Canada acted as ...
Matt Damon says Christopher Nolan looked ‘like a drowned rat’ while filming intense scene for “The” “Odyssey”
The actor praised Nolan for “never complaining” throughout the grueling shoot.
McConnell says he was hospitalized due to a fall and contracted pneumonia
The update comes after weeks of silence about his condition and growing questions over the 84-year-old Kentucky Republican’s health.
McConnell says he was hospitalized due to a fall and contracted pneumonia
The update comes after weeks of silence about his condition and growing questions over the 84-year-old Kentucky Republican’s health.
Broncos' 2026 offense considered average under poor reasoning
The Denver Broncos have a chance to be much better on offense in 2026 for exactly the opposite reason that one analyst feels they won't be.
Hundreds of Vt. healthcare workers rally against UVM Health layoffs
Hundreds of unionized nurses and support staff took to Church Street Sunday, calling for a fair contract and an end to layoffs at UVM Health.
New polling shows Talarico leads Paxton among Hispanic business owners
Among the reasons are the Trump administration’s increasingly unpopular deportation practices and the rising cost of living.
Former Lions Star Linked To Matthew Stafford And The Rams
Taylor Decker’s time with the Detroit Lions has officially come to an end after the veteran left tackle and the organization failed to resolve a contract impasse.Following unsuccessful negotiations on a new deal earlier this offseason, Decker asked to be released, and the team ultimately granted his request. However, Decker remains a free agent and […] The post Former Lions Star Linked To Matthew Stafford And The Rams appeared first on HEAVY.
'Moana' loses its way at the box office with a $43-million domestic opening
Walt Disney Co.'s "Moana" lost its way at the box office this weekend as the company's latest live-action remake opened to a sluggish $43 million in the U.S. and Canada.
Police: speculation during Widdecombe murder investigation is ‘unhelpful and distressing’
Politicians should not comment before facts are established, says former chief constable, after Farage describes killing as ‘premeditated murder’
Best in class creasefree display: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra hands-on video leaked
A Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, apparently straight out of the factory, is being examined from multiple angles including, for the first time, while actually turned on. A leaked hands-on video suggests an almost completely crease-free display in Samsungs upcoming foldable, according to another leaker, this can also be expected from its more compact iPhone Ultra competitor.
World Sailing measures the environmental impact of the sport's Olympic equipment for the first time
The governing body for sailing is looking at how the sport’s Olympic-class equipment is made, used and discarded, to eventually make changes that will reduce its environmental impact. The director of sustainability at World Sailing said this first-of-a-kind life cycle assessment project will give...
Packers make surprising contract extension decision despite defensive coordinator change
Off-ball linebacker Isaiah McDuffie reached a new one-year deal, and now he's under contract with Green Bay through 2027.
Don Iwerks, special effects pioneer, dies at 96
The Academy Award-winner created special effects used in Disney films and attractions around the world.
Inside the Record-Setting Business of the Los Angeles Dodgers with President & CEO Stan Kasten
Stan Kasten, Los Angeles Dodgers President, CEO and Part Owner, joins Sports Business Radio to discuss the record-setting business of the Dodgers. From superstar Shohei Ohtani's impact on attendance, sponsor sales and merchandise sales, to improvements to the fan experience at Dodger Stadium, to the Dodgers surpassing 4 million fans last season and being on track to draw that many fans again this season, we discuss how in many regards, the Dodgers are maximizing revenues better than any other pr
Inside the Record-Setting Business of the Los Angeles Dodgers with President & CEO Stan Kasten
Stan Kasten, Los Angeles Dodgers President, CEO and Part Owner, joins Sports Business Radio to discuss the record-setting business of the Dodgers. From superstar Shohei Ohtani's impact on attendance, sponsor sales and merchandise sales, to improvements to the fan experience at Dodger Stadium, to the Dodgers surpassing 4 million fans last season and being on track to draw that many fans again this season, we discuss how in many regards, the Dodgers are maximizing revenues better than any other pr
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 Support Crossplay Between PS4 and PS5, Activision Confirms
Activision has clarified that its recently released Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 ports do in fact support crossplay between PS4 and PS5, following confusion from players online.
Exclusive | 'Sopranos' mob heavy Vito reveals new health kick: 'I don't actually like baby carrots'
How Sen. Lindsey Graham's death impacts U.S. politics
Zoey Deutch says working with Jennifer Aniston was ‘surreal’: ‘Every take was just so brilliant’
Zoey Deutch shared her awed reaction to working with Jennifer Aniston on ‘Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass.’
'Moana' loses its way at the box office with a $43-million domestic opening
Disney's live-action remake of 'Moana' came in first at the box office this weekend, but underperformed expectations.
8 Cool New Gadgets to Keep on Your Radar
Catching you up on the past week’s most notable product releases.
Warframe Dev Reacts To The Sudden Death Of Rival Destiny 2
Business realities remain an existential threat to live service art
Scientists decipher how a psychedelic substance is created, then engineer a plant to produce several at once
Long before scientists began studying them in the lab, mind-altering substances were already being gathered from plants, fungi and even animals for use in rituals, healing practices and mental health ...
Here's What The R/T Badge On A Dodge Charger Actually Means
The R/T label on Dodge Chargers means Road and Track, not Rapid Transit, Racing Technology, Rally Touring, or Racing Team, as some fans have thought.
Supporting Science Is An Act Of Patriotism
As America turns 250, a look at why curiosity, evidence and discovery have always been at the heart of the American experiment.
League of Women Voters to host New York Health Act presentation in Waverly
A presentation about the New York Health Act will take place at the Waverly High School Auditorium on Wednesday, July 15, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
New Ranking Finds Happiest Cities in the World. They Could Be a Game-Changer for Your Productivity
Happiness is a strategic factor for digital nomads and business travelers seeking cities that support productivity, balance, and success.
In Focus: Mental health impact of social media on kids
We look at how popular platforms can impact a child’s development, and explore some new legislative proposals in Madison that would enact restrictions for some users.
Local politicians secure $5m for youth mental health centers
Mental health funding Two local state Assembly members have secured $5 million in the 2026-27 budget for youth mental health centers. “Youth in California are facing a serious mental health crisis, and resources like the allcove youth m…
Speak Silently With An Ultrasound Probe
Speaking is much faster than typing, and while it’s an increasingly convenient way to interact with computers, it’s hardly private. Providing speech privacy in a way we haven’t se…
Scientists finally know why gold never tarnishes, and the secret lies in its self-protecting surface
For thousands of years, humans have valued pure gold because it stays bright and shiny without becoming dull. Now, scientists have discovered that gold has a tiny self-protection system that actively stops oxygen from damaging its surface.
Trump says he spoke with Sen. Lindsey Graham hours before his death
President Donald Trump said Sen. Lindsey Graham called him to discuss the SAVE America Act on Saturday.
World Sailing measures the environmental impact of the sport's Olympic equipment for the first time
The governing body for sailing is looking at how the sport’s Olympic-class equipment is made, used and discarded, to eventually make changes that will reduce its environmental impact.
Republican Lindsey Graham dies at 71: World leaders, US politicians react
The longtime US senator, an ally of President Trump, was an advocate for using US military force overseas.
The global business behind World Cup jerseys, from $180 authentic shirts to $4 counterfeits
We went inside Bangladesh's garment factories to find out why authentic World Cup jerseys sell for as much as $180.
Willie Colon's Aaron Rodgers Prediction Could Change Steelers' 2026 Outlook
Despite the Steelers making several significant moves this offseason, some believe bringing back Aaron Rodgers won't be enough to elevate the team. In fact, one former Steelers Super Bowl champion believes Pittsburgh still has a few surprises in store. Willie Colon appeared on Good Morning Football, where he urged the crew not to overlook the Steelers in 2026.
Watch cockroaches race at the Academy of Natural Sciences during Bug Fest
The Aug. 8-9 event features Bug Walks, hands-on activities, live scientists and family-friendly fun, all included with museum admission.
City Club of Eugene: Minor League Sports in the Community
In this forum, we talk about the impact minor league sports have on the communities in which they operate.
At Family Science Night, Wonder Comes Before Answers.
BAR HARBOR—Family Science Night isn’t really about science. It’s about wonder. It’s about watching a five-year-old realize that the tiny creature under a microscope is a real living thing. It’s about a teenager discovering that the scientist explaining genetics or regeneration isn’t much older than they are. It’s about parents seeing curiosity spread across a child’s face the way excitement spreads across a crowd at a Fourth of July parade. For one evening, families realize that the laboratory isn’t some secretive place where knowledge is hidden behind white coats and closed doors. They learn that the lab is a place their neighbors work, their friends’ parents work, and it becomes a place where questions matter more than answers. It’s a place where wonder is the origin for knowledge. At the lab, children learn that it’s okay not to know. Adults remember that they once asked “Why?” about everything. Scientists are reminded why they fell in love with discovery in the first place. There are experiments, games, obstacle courses, and demonstrations, of course. But those are really just invitations—to touch, to explore, to laugh, to make mistakes, and to ask one more question. In a world that often rewards certainty, Family Science Night celebrates curiosity. And perhaps that’s its greatest gift. Long after the microscopes are packed away and the experiments are over, what families take home isn’t just a few new facts about biology. They take home the feeling that discovery belongs to everyone—that science isn’t something happening somewhere else by someone else. It’s simply what happens when people are given permission to wonder. A Family Science Night at the Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory is one of those rare community events where children and adults can experience science as something they do, not just something they read about. Hands on discovery allows hands-on learning and joy. Real scientists, some local, some scientist-interns (but still scientists) just in college make science real, approachable, and exciting. And there, complex ideas like forever chemical-filtration, DNA and so much more become not complex. Instead, they become fun. Summer fellows are challenged to explain cutting-edge biomedical research in ways a first-grader—and their grandparent—can understand. Past activities have explored gene expression, kidney function, axolotl regeneration, worms, microplastics, and phytoplankton through games and creative demonstrations. Though it’s called family night, you can also see adults going from station to station, exploring, learning together across ages. Family Science Night reflects the laboratory’s broader mission of breaking down barriers between researchers and the public, helping people understand how scientific discoveries relate to everyday life and the health of Maine’s environment. Family Science Night transforms a world-class research laboratory into a giant interactive classroom, where curiosity is encouraged, questions are celebrated, and families discover that science isn’t just something that happens in a lab—it’s an adventure anyone can join. About MDI Biological Laboratory For more than 125 years, MDI Bio Lab has been a center for training and research in comparative biology. In the last two decades its biomedical research has focused on aging, regeneration, and environmental toxins. The Laboratory houses 11 research groups staffed by an international team of world-class scientists and graduate students. It also leads a statewide network of colleges, universities and research institutions that collaborate to provide training, research experiences and financial support to help young Mainers play a bigger role in today’s biomedical revolution. Located on Maine’s rugged coast, the Laboratory’s 100+ acre campus houses research facilities, cottages and dorms that house visiting scientists and students. It is also home to MDI Bioscience, a subsidiary working to design innovative techniques to speed the drug discovery process. LINKS TO LEARN MORE NIH INBRE MDI BIOLOGICAL LABORATORY Photos: Carrie Jones and Shaun Farrar/Bar Harbor Story HELP SUPPORT THE BAR HARBOR STORY When we started The Bar Harbor Story, we didn’t know if anyone would read it. But you showed up. You shared. You sent tips. Now—over 400,000 views every month later—it’s clear: people here care about their community and each other. We’ve kept everything free because news should never be out of reach, but every one of our stories takes time to write, and your support keeps The Bar Harbor Story going. If you value our work, please consider a paid subscription, a founding membership, or a sponsorship. 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Fosterpalooza to raise awareness, encourage foster care support
Fosterpalooza will offer family activities, entertainment and information on supporting foster care and adoption from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, at Grove Park.
Meet the Floating Robot Companion Designed for Safe, Friendly Human Interaction
Robotics researchers are trying to prove that lighter-than-air robots could excel at emotional connection.
We tested 42 sun shirts to find ones that stay cool and dry on active summer days
I tested 42 sun shirts with the help of my landscaper husband to find lightweight, UPF-rated designs that wick sweat and stay cool in the summer heat.
Memorial Health receives national honor for nursing excellence
The designation recognizes hospitals that demonstrate outstanding patient care, nursing leadership and professional practice.
Physicists recreate black hole energy extraction in the lab
Researchers have recreated the physics of extracting energy from a spinning black hole using a stationary device that produces synthetic ultrafast rotation. The achievement transforms a long-standing theoretical idea into a practical experiment and could inspire new advances in optics, wireless communications, and quantum science.
Soaring costs and end of tax credit leads 17,000 Minnesotans to drop MNSure health coverage
This year, 17,000 Minnesotans have dropped the health insurance they had purchased in the Affordable Care Act marketplace known as MNSure, as insurance premiums soar and a tax credit that many people use to help defray the cost of ACA insurance expired.
FULL SHOW: Inside INdiana Business 7/12/26
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ESPN picks Detroit Lions' 2026 X-factor
NFL games and seasons are won in the margins. ESPN shared its X-factor for the Detroit Lions' 2026 campaign.
The cost of ignoring climate science (Letters)
Fire officials say this fire was human-caused. In the narrowest sense, that means a person or human activity started the spark. But the larger truth is harder to look away from: scientists wrote this script more than thirty years ago.
Orlando Magic's D.J. Bakker Reacts to Summer League Win
Orlando Magic Summer League head coach D.J. Bakker talked with the media after his team defeated the Miami Heat.
Small Business Technology News Roundup: Microsoft Makes A Major AI U-Turn
Microsoft gives users more AI control in Teams as AI coding, dictation and actors reshape business, while rising Google Ads costs push SMBs toward new marketing strategies.
Activist, 84, is still in SF's political mix
Hene Kelly has been a crusader for more than 50 years.
It was supposed to be Trump’s big legislative achievement. It could be a weapon for Democrats to win in the midterms
One year after passing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, it no longer seems like the easy win for Republicans to run on in November.
Other voices: The Fed’s independence is unfinished business
“The evidence is overwhelming that central bank independence in the conduct of monetary policy is indispensable — so overwhelming, in fact, that few politicians any longer challenge the idea.”
Back in court: St. Luke’s sues private Idaho prison health contractor
Corizon, now called Tehum, faces a $31 million lawsuit from St. Luke’s, which stems from the settlement of a previous suit.
Potter Center announces 2026-27 entertainment lineup with country, rock and circus acts
Jackson College's Potter Center has unveiled its 2026-27 entertainment season, featuring 11 shows spanning country music, rock tributes, circus performances and wildlife education.
Big Medicine threatens your wallet and your health. But there is a solution.
The Break Up Big Medicine Act has bipartisan support, and builds on new laws restricting pharmacy benefit managers.
Xbox just released a PlayStation console "exclusive" and it's beating GTA 6 on the charts — here's why it actually sucks for fans
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 are already available on Xbox One and above via Xbox 360 back compat ... but there's a problem. Well, several problems.
Tommy Robinson’s Musk-funded Russia trip spurs call to defend UK democracy
Ed Davey voices concern about the Musk family foundation taking the far-right activist on a visit to Moscow
Poll: Home Run Derby or All-Star Game?
Editor's note: Welcome to Athlon Sports' poll of the day, where we ask readers to weigh in on the biggest topic of the day. Thanks for voting, and be sure to sound off in the comment section. We've got one more day of baseball action before most of the MLB's players get to relax during the all-star break.
Lindsey Graham, Longtime Republican Senator, Dies of ‘Brief and Sudden Illness’
The Republican stalwart had backed tough action against Iran and been a strong supporter of Israel.
They're Building Half A Bridge to Save Science...
Today’s post is about science: what you can do now to protect it from unprecedented threats, and how your action is the first half of a long-term program that Congress must take up next. Let me start with describing the embryonic state of science advocacy. There are many well-meaning organizations: the American Association for the Advancement of Science, Research!America, and subject-specific organizations such as the Society for Neuroscience and the American Physical Society. Their general approach is to emphasize the common good: the remarkable value that science and innovation have provided to all Americans. However, these organizations are offering an incomplete solution. Before I start, a preliminary: If you already know about the threat, go ahead and weigh in with OMB at this link. Ideas about what to say come from Research!America and the American Physical Society. You have until Monday, July 13 at 11:59pm Eastern. Then come back here and read the rest of this post. Finally, get in touch with whoever is likely to be your next member of Congress in 2027. The threat: An end to merit-based science… The onslaught of attacks on science is accelerating. It’s not just cuts to grants, which was the last battle. That battle is not done yet, but there is a new and worse threat. Now comes a proposed public rule from the Office of Management and Budget. The rule would take decision-making power over grants away from experts and put it into the hands of political appointees. Former NIH official Elizabeth Ginexi wrote an excellent summary of what OMB is trying to do, which is codify the executive branch’s ability to award or terminate grants, for arbitrary cause or no stated cause. Since World War II, a necessary step in scientific grant-making has been consideration of scientific merit. This approach has made America into a dominant scientific superpower, the envy of the world. Of course, political considerations do come into the mix. The proposed rule tilts the balance dramatically away from merit. …but why? Many people have difficulty comprehending why Russell Vought and OMB would want to damage science in this way. If you’re a working scientist, you are likely to be particularly uncomprehending. Who would hurt an activity so self-evidently good? The answer is: this is part of the program to replace the rule of law with a personalist regime. OMB Director Russell Vought, a Christian nationalist, would like to implement what legal scholars call a “unitary executive,” and what I would call a dictatorship. Or if you like, a personalist authoritarian regime. I am a working scientist. This rule will debilitate my research. It may chill the speech of scientists for speaking freely in the public sphere. It is a form of personalizing power and decision-making within the executive branch. In short, it sacrifices science in the service of tyranny. To Russell Vought, a decrease in the quality of science might be an acceptable cost. He might even consider it an added benefit to weaken a pillar of soft U.S. power based on knowledge and skepticism. The professional societies are building half a bridge The nonprofits are asking you to make public comment. Public comment is like building the first half of a bridge. Before implementation, OMB is compelled by law to have a period of public comment. Rules have to be consistent with the law and the Constitution. They express the federal government’s stance toward how those laws will be implemented. When a presidential administration works in good faith, these public comments are used to inform their eventual action, and sometimes mitigate it. The comment period reflects our First Amendment right to petition our government. The executive branch is then supposed to take those comments into account - completing the bridge between us, the people, and our government. Project 2025 seeks to take away the second half of the bridge. We have to replace it. The first half of the bridge Organizations like AAAS, Research!America, and SfN are partly right. You should certainly comment. Their core model is earnest: if enough of us make noise, then we will achieve change. This idealistic point of view is offered in good faith. That point of view is also currently bullshit. The fundamental reason is that the federal rulemaking process has two parts: There has to be a period of public comment. OMB makes the final rule…but is free to disregard public comment. Oops. That’s a loophole. However, not all is lost. Congress can complete the bridge Congress has enormous power. That power suggests a roadmap for how to proceed. This lawless administration is still going to issue that rule. Nonetheless, your comments still play an essential role. Here are two steps you can take. Step 1: Send your comment to your Representative and Senator. Whether they are Democrats or Republicans, many of them support science. Whatever you wrote as public comment in the Federal Register, also send it to your member of Congress. You can include information about jobs in your district or state by looking at Joshua Weitz’s ScienceMatters interactive map. Call the U.S. Capitol switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and give your town, zip code, or state, then deliver your message. Step 2: Politicize the hell out of science. You heard me, politicize it as an issue. We hear a lot from the old scientific establishment about science being nonpartisan. This is obsolete, sentimental thinking. Under normal conditions, it was true. But we can no longer make that assumption. We can keep on pretending, but we’re putting science at risk. There is a way forward. Rules are subordinate to the law…and Congress makes laws. Therefore Congress can step in. In this fall’s election, it is likely that Democrats will retake the House of Representatives. That puts at least one chamber of Congress in the hands of Democrats. They are far more inclined than the current Congress to investigate and legislate. This opens a path to undoing the damage. It also creates a permission structure for pro-science Republicans to find a way back from the brink. We have to encourage them. In the House, every district is up every two years. In your district, contact both of the major party candidates. If your state has a Senate race, contact those candidates too. Specifically mention the proposed OMB rule. Ask for two things: For this year’s appropriations process in August and September, ask that amendments be added to stop the implementation of the new rule. Those amendments should support peer-reviewed science and stop political interference. Looking ahead to next year, ask the Congressman/Congresswoman/Senator to work to hold hearings in 2027 on the importance and benefits of peer-reviewed science for health and prosperity. What hearings and amendments will accomplish Congress can use its investigatory power to summon heads of agencies and the director of the OMB. That will allow fact-finding regarding the consequences of this rule. Congress can override the rule through the appropriations process. They can write into statute a requirement to follow peer review and best scientific practices. In this way, Congress can stop the attacks on science. Postscript: Moving forward Now I have a request for you, to help me. As many of you know, I ran for Congress in order to save democracy and science. Although I did not win, that battle continues by other means. I met and heard from thousands of supporters both here in New Jersey and nationally. I learned that pro-science, pro-democracy activists have the potential to become a much greater force. In the weeks and months ahead, I will be building ways to harness that energy. I will be announcing those plans soon. In the meantime, an important step is to wind down the Congressional campaign, which has a few remaining bills to pay. Please help me retire that last debt.
MLB World Reacts To San Francisco Giants Drafting Intriguing Pitcher
On Saturday, the San Francisco Giants played the third game of their series with the Colorado Rockies at Oracle Park.They won by a score of 4-2.MLB World Reacts To SF Giants Drafting PitcherAlso on Saturday, the Giants selected Carson Bolemon in the first round of the 2026 MLB Draft.SFGProspects wrote: “With the 29th pick in […] The post MLB World Reacts To San Francisco Giants Drafting Intriguing Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.
The surprising science behind the “dog days” of summer
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The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Bar Harbor Historical Society. BAR HARBOR—The Finback Alehouse was the first real test of the town’s new special amusement permit process, July 7 while eight other permits sailed through the process last week. The permit allows music in places where liquor is served. The town’s ordinance which was recently tweaked for a new process allows for the regulation of noise and hours of activity. The only discussion at the July Town Council meeting was about the Finback Alehouse on Cottage Street, in the heart of Bar Harbor’s downtown district. The Finback’s distinctive design—a front wall that is like a garage door that can be opened and closed—was a key to that discussion. The restaurant, which often hosts live bands, singers, and karaoke, at night, has had one substantiated noise complaint this season, which is documented on its application. According to Bar Harbor Police Chief David Kerns, most complaints about noise happen after 10 p.m., and if the Finback had two more violations within a year, they’d have to stop having music. One town councilor said that he’d have no problem reissuing the permit if the door was down. The permit passed through the process with no conditions. Vice Chair Earl Brechlin moved the motion with two time changes for two holiday weekend dates. It passed unanimously. The council asked the Finback why they’d chosen an indoor license with a wall that can be opened to the street. Dale Stockburger, representing the Finback, said he’d applied for an indoor permit rather than an outdoor structure or partial structure (which is usually applied to tents or pavilions). The restaurant has traditionally had an indoor license. Stockburger said that whether the door is open or closed is immaterial because he now stands outside with a decibel reader to make sure that the music isn’t too loud. OTHER SPECIAL AMUSEMENT PERMITS New Councilor Deborah Vickers worried that she had potential conflicts of interests on two other renewals due to the location of her employee housing. Vickers co-owns the Black Friar Inn. They have employee housing directly behind the Finback, which is also 300 yards from the Bar Harbor Inn, she explained. The Bar Harbor Inn also had a permit up for renewal. The councilors unanimously voted she did not have a conflict of interest. The councilors approved permits at The Bluenose Inn, 90 Eden St, Class A; Acadia Hotel Downtown, 20 Mount Desert St, Class A and C; the Bar Harbor Inn, 8 Newport Dr, Class A, B, C and D; C-Ray Lobster, 882 State Hwy 3, Class D; Holiday Inn Bar Harbor Regency, 123 Eden Street, Class B; Finback Alehouse, 30 Cottage St, Class B; Project Social, 278 Main St, Class C and D; Bar Harbor Beer Works, 119 Main St, Class B and D; and Mainely Meat BBQ Dreamwood Hill, 369 State Hwy 3, Class D. That process is laid out in the Special Amusement Ordinance of the Bar Harbor Town Code which is Chapter 14 of the town code. Special amusement permits have class codes. These are the meanings: Number - how many musicians are allowed by the permit. Class A - Indoor non-amplified entertainment. Class B - Indoor amplified entertainment or dancing. Class C - Outdoor non-amplified entertainment. Class D - Outdoor amplified entertainment. RESIDENCE LICENSES RENEWED AND A TAXI LICENSE The councilors also renewed the licenses for three specific sorts of residences that require that yearly renewal per the town code. The employee living quarters at Atlantic Oceanside Hotel, 119 Eden St and another at 278 Main Street were renewed. The shared accommodations license renewal at 39 Kebo Street also occurred. These are annual renewals. Bernard Taxi Services’ license was also renewed. This license had been added to the agenda at the meeting. Bar Harbor Update on Leaf and Grass Clipping Disposal BAR HARBOR — Bar Harbor residents will still have a place to throw away their leaf and grass clippings this summer. The town’s agreement with EMR in Southwest Harbor for disposing of those items will continue through November 30. The agreement, according to a town press release, will continue “while the Town continues evaluating long term composting solutions and the required state permitting process.” As of July 1, residents bringing their grass and leaves across the island to the facility in Southwest Harbor will have to fill out a property registration card. Each property can throw out up to 85 pounds of the grass and leaves. “Any disposal exceeding the 85 pound allowance during this period will be the responsibility of the property owner at the applicable disposal rate,” the press release explains. 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