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Overwatch Spotlight: The Reign of Talon Begins
Welcome to a new era. Follow the first fully-connected narrative arc in Overwatch history, play five new Heroes in Season 1, and enjoy expansive gameplay updates when Vendetta’s reign begins on Feb. 10.
‘ICE is not welcome’: urban raids, capacity and the politics of US immigration enforcement
Immigration enforcement in USA has become a highly visible, confrontational and politically charged form of policing.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Feb. 4, 2026, puzzle No. 499
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The Review of Politics is pleased to welcome Thom Brooks to our editorial advisory board.
Professor Brooks serves as Principal of Collingwood College and holds a personal Chair in Law, Ethics and Government at Durham University, whe...
Essentia Health-Hayward Clinic welcomes cardiology specialist Dr. Christina Fanola
Dr. Christina Fanola, a cardiologist, is thrilled to join the Essentia Health-Hayward Clinic.
Donald Trump set to welcome Colombian president to White House for talks
US president to meet with Gustavo Petro weeks after threatening military action in the country
CHCF Board of Directors Welcomes Health Policy Leader Jim Wood - California Health Care Foundation
The health policy leader has deep expertise in rural health. He chaired the California Assembly Health Committee for eight years.
Bowdoin Hosts Girls & Women in Sports Day on Sunday, February 1
BRUNSWICK, Maine - Continuing a beloved annual tradition, Bowdoin women's teams welcomed more than 150 local girls to Farley Field House on Sunday, February 1, for Girls and Women in Sports Day, featuring 17 hands-on sports stations. Thanks to all of the participants and athletes.
Vanderbilt Health acquires Tennova’s Clarksville hospital and related physician clinics from Community Health Systems
Leaders with Vanderbilt Health announced today completion of the acquisition of Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville Hospital and freestanding emergency room Tennova ER-Sango, along with the hospital’s related businesses, including physician clinics and outpatient services, from Community Health Systems Inc. (CHS). Vanderbilt Health has held a 20% minority interest in these operations since 2021. Under Vanderbilt Health’s ownership, the 270-bed hospital will be named Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital (VCH) while the freestanding Sango ER will be named Vanderbilt Emergency Sango. Also joining the Vanderbilt Health system through the acquisition are physician practice locations in Clarksville, Dover, Pleasant View and Tiny Town offering, depending on location, orthopaedics, primary care, wound care, digestive health, urology and surgical services. Acquisition of the hospital and its related physician practices expands Vanderbilt Health’s ability to serve patients across the region, supporting its ability to provide high-quality care in more convenient, community settings that are also more cost-effective. “We are thrilled to welcome Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital into our health system. Providing exceptional care close to home is invaluable, and we are eager to serve the citizens of Clarksville and Montgomery County by expanding the hospital’s programs and services,” said Jeff Balser, MD, PhD, President and CEO of Vanderbilt Health and Dean of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. This acquisition marks Vanderbilt Health’s fourth regional hospital expansion, further strengthening its presence across Middle Tennessee beyond its already extensive inpatient and ambulatory services in Nashville. VCH joins Vanderbilt Health’s network of regional medical centers that now include Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital in Lebanon, Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital in Coffee County, and Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital in Shelbyville. With a strong record of growth and investment in people, programs and services for its regional hospitals, residents of Clarksville, Montgomery County and the surrounding region can expect that Vanderbilt Health will bring a host of adult and pediatric services to the area. Initial plans for VCH over the upcoming year include increased staffing for the hospital’s emergency services, including the addition of pediatric emergency medicine specialists with Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, along with increased surgical specialty offerings. Longer term, physicians and staff will be recruited to bring a broader array of adult and pediatric specialty services to the community. “I am delighted to welcome the physicians, nurses and staff of Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital into the Vanderbilt Health family and look forward to working closely with the hospital’s medical staff and members of the local health care community to ensure we excel at meeting their needs as caregivers as we pursue the goal of improving the health and wellbeing of the patients we serve,” said Jane Freedman, MD, Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Chief Health System Officer for Vanderbilt Health. Currently, VCH employs approximately 1,100 staff and more than 30 physicians. Through this acquisition Vanderbilt Health has committed to hire substantially all current employees who are in good standing. Services already established by Vanderbilt Health at VCH include an OB-GYN hospitalist program, an array of oncology services provided by a multidisciplinary team with Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, and neonatal care in the hospital’s Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit provided by specialists with Monroe Carell. VCH has been designated as an Accredited Chest Pain Center and a Wound Care Center of Distinction and has earned the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission. More information about Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital is available at: vanderbilthealth.com/hospital/vanderbilt-clarksville-hospital
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Feb. 2: HHS students gear up for Science and Engineering Fair on Wednesday
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo
New year, new perspectives: Greater Manchester Chamber welcomes 2026 board leadership
The Greater Manchester Chamber announces its 2026 Board of Directors, welcoming new leadership and fresh perspectives while maintaining strong continuity at the helm. Together, the officers and board members will
St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates Welcomes Dr. Olufemi Akinyede
St. Peter's Health Partners Medical Associates is pleased to welcome Olufemi Akinyede, MD, to St. Peter’s Family Medicine in Latham. An experienced family medicine physician, Dr. Akinyede, provides comprehensive primary care and family health services to individuals across all stages of life.
St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates Welcomes Candice Stahl
St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates is excited to welcome Candice Stahl, FNP-BC, to its newest practice, St. Peter’s Family Medicine in Latham.
'Hollywood welcome' - Inside a Wrexham transfer window
With the potential for deadline day deals, BBC Sport looks at how Wrexham's recruitment works under the ownership of Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Feb. 1, 2026, puzzle No. 496
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Could Giannis Antetokounmpo avoid a trade to the Warriors?
Would Giannis Antetokounmpo welcome a trade to the Golden State Warriors or prefer to be sent elsewhere?
Today in History - Jan. 31: Nebraska football player inducted into Omaha Sports Hall of Fame
On this day in 2013, a man who helped Nebraska football win its first national championship was welcomed into the Omaha Sports Hall of Fame.
Canon Fodder: Parasite’s Cake
Welcome back to ye ol’ Canon Fodder in 2026, a year of rather significant proportions as Halo will be celebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary. A whole quarter of a century—our very own and very first quadranscentennial! Indeed, it has already been over a month since Halo: Edge of Dawn released, and the latest novel from Kelly […]
Grading the Dolphins quarterbacks – The Splash Zone 1/30/26
Welcome to the Splash Zone, the quickest way to get your day started off right. We bring you a rundown of Miami Dolphins news from the last 24 hours.
Illinois overscomes clunky start, extends winning streak to 10
CHAMPAIGN — Illinois freshman sensation Keaton Wagler was welcomed with an especially loud cheer from the State Farm Center crowd as he was introduced on Thursday night. And for a microscopic moment, it appeared history could continue to follow him as he was the only Illini to score points through the first six-plus minutes of […]
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 29, 2026, puzzle No. 493
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Grammy Nominee Laura Veltz on Writing Songs in Nashville: ‘Hate Not Welcome’
Laura Veltz explains how she is able to write songs in Nashville with artists who may not share her political views, on 'Nashville Now' podcast.
The Alliance for Primary Health Care in the Americas marks two years and formally welcomes Bolivia and Uruguay as members
PAHO, the World Bank, and the IDB initiative has driven health system transformation and aligned more than one billion dollars in investments across five countries. Brazil expressed its support, signing a letter of intent.Rio de Janeiro, 28 January 2026 — The Alliance for Primary Health Care (PHC) in the Americas, a joint initiative of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), the World Bank (WB), and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), is celebrating its second anniversary with achievements in transforming health systems across the region.
Madina Ismail joins Essentia Health-Fargo to provide hospitalist care
Essentia Health-Fargo is proud to welcome Madina Ismail, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner who will provide hospitalist care.
Pulaski County Sports & Entertainment Unveils Official Sportsplex Logo
New Facility Designed to Serve the Community and Welcome the World Pulaski County, Virginia – Pulaski County Sports & Entertainment is proud to unveil the official logo for the Pulaski County Sportsplex, a transformative new indoor sports complex that will serve as a premier destination for athletic competition while providing a year-round recreational asset for […]
Social Sciences in the News: Political Science Professor Omar Wasow
Political Science Professor Omar Wasow authored an op-ed in The New York Times titled "We’re Seeing the Weakness of a Strong State." I study the political consequences of protest and state violence.
Football Announces New Sports Performance Staff Hires - University of Tennessee Athletics
Tennessee football has finalized its sports performance staff with the addition of six new hires under the direction of Derek Owings , head coach Josh Heupel...
New Jacksonville health center to bring expanded services, welcome patients regardless of insurance
A Jacksonville health center is expanding its reach to treat more people, especially those who do not have insurance.
Thousands of Californians move to Idaho every year. Who are they?
They’ve faced, at times, a chilly welcome from Idahoans. What the data tell us about the state’s largest group of newcomers.
‘AI is the future’: UK launches state’s 1st Bachelor of Science in AI
From smartphones to self-driving cars, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how the world works — and now, Kentucky students can be trained at the forefront of that transformation. The Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering at the University of Kentucky has launched the Commonwealth’s first Bachelor of Science in AI. The undergraduate degree program, housed in the Department of Computer Science, will welcome its first class in Fall 2026.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 28, 2026, puzzle No. 492
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Orthopedic and sports medicine specialist Dr. Temitayo Olabisi joins Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic
The Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic is excited to welcome orthopedic and sports medicine specialist Dr. Temitayo Olabisi.
Broncos Welcome Dons Wednesday For Late Night Hoops on CBS Sports
Broncos Welcome Dons Wednesday For Late Night Hoops on CBS Sports
Oakland Comes to the Gates Sports Center on Wednesday - Purdue Fort Wayne Athletics
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Purdue Fort Wayne welcomes Oakland to campus on Wednesday. The 'Dons have a 9-1 record at home this season and have won five straight game...
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 27, 2026, puzzle No. 491
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The Sports Rapport
Welcome to The Sports Rapport. We explore the teams, athletes, and stories that shape sports across Vermont, from major matchups to niche, local pursuits. Guided by host Mitch Wertlieb and fueled by many voices, we dig into what sports mean to Vermonters in a way that feels accessible, human, and alive.Whether you’re a diehard fan or just sports-curious, this is a place to pull up a chair and join the conversation! Join us live on YouTube every Monday at 2 p.m. for lively conversation and thoughtful storytelling, all with the depth and curiosity you expect from Vermont Public. Subscribe on YouTube, listen wherever you get your podcasts or tune in on the radio Monday nights at 8.
Birdbrained Science: Aw, nuts!
Welcome back to Birdbrained Science! I’m sure many of us are probably still shaking off the unstructured bed-rotting of winter break and trying to remember how to get back into the routine of being…
I Don’t Wanna Gatekeep, So I’m Putting These 27 Cool Things On Your Radar
This is me being nice, so...you're welcome or whatever.
UK politicians welcome Trump’s retreat over British troops’ role in Afghanistan
Home secretary says climbdown was ‘as good as it gets’ from US president despite failure to apologise for remarks
This Week in Gaming (Week 5)
Welcome to the last week of January and we're finally back to a more normal release schedule. We have a rather unique looking major release this week, which involves camping, climbing and trying not to die. First out this week we have a rather odd looking PvP raid shooter, which is followed by a WW2...
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 25, 2026, puzzle No. 489
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Welcome to post-Darwinism: AI fires silver bullet for creating new life
In a breakthrough experiment, molecular biologists and tech entrepreneurs have teamed up to write the genetic code of a virus that destroys killer bacteria
The Tua Tagovailoa decision – The Splash Zone 1/24/26
Welcome to the Splash Zone, the quickest way to get your day started off right. We bring you a rundown of Miami Dolphins news from the last 24 hours.
Business Travel Is Back—United Airlines Says Demand Is 'Amazing'
Growth in the lucrative business travel segment is welcome news for airlines that have struggled with weak main cabin sales.
Merz welcomes Trump’s climbdown but warns of ‘great power politics’ era
The new world based on raw power and use of force “is not a cozy place,” German chancellor said as he called on Europe to get stronger to survive.
Tougher stance on Trump is 'very good for business', says JP Morgan's Europe boss as CEOs welcome tariff U-turn
Market watches breathed sigh of relief on President Donald Trump's tariff U-turn, but keep focused on corporate resilience.
Lobbyists and lawmakers mingle over luxury tequila, shrimp and cigars at capital party
Cigars, bourbon, free food and drinks. Welcome to the glitzy annual “back to session bash,” where special interests wine and dine lawmakers.
Southern California seeks Big Ten momentum against reeling Northwestern
Southern California welcomes Big Ten Conference counterpart Northwestern to Los Angeles on Wednesday as both teams look to get on track in league play.
RWJBarnabas Health Welcomes U.S. Senator Andy Kim and Lt. Governor Dr. Dale Caldwell for Visit
RWJBarnabas Health was honored to host U.S. Senator Andy Kim and Lieutenant Governor Dr. Dale Caldwell to share how the health system is advancing robust, community-based efforts to combat food insecurity across New Jersey.
Missouri sportsbook promos: Obtain close to $3,000 in welcome bonuses with Missouri sports betting promo codes
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We’re all friends really? Trump’s not so useful idiot Mike Johnson drops in on MPs
Everyone was trying not to mention the one thing on everyone’s mind as they welcomed the US House speaker
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 20, 2026, puzzle No. 484
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Winter storm brings welcome boost to Tug Hill snowmobile business
Tamara Spies, who owns Tug Hill Adventures, rents out cabins and snowmobiles throughout the winter. Spies says heavy snow boosts her business.
Business air travel is back, and that’s good news for this airline
United is seen reporting higher revenue in a quarter marred by the U.S. government shutdown. An uptick in business travel is a welcome boost for the year ahead.
Global Citizen Appoints Industry Leaders in Entertainment, Business, Technology and Sports to Board of Directors
NEW YORK, January 19, 2026--Global Board Welcomes John Legend, Avie Glazer, Mariam Almheiri, Omar Al-joulani, and Ankur Jain to Board of Directors
The Power of Play!: Helping Kids Build Healthy Habits Early
Cone Health Play! welcomes children 4 months to 3 years old for parent-child classes and independent activities designed to meet kids where they are developmentally.
UNC Health Pardee Welcomes Dr. Amanda Van Straten to Pardee Neurology Associates
UNC Health Pardee Welcomes Dr. Amanda Van Straten to Pardee Neurology Associates
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 19, 2026, puzzle No. 483
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Mountain Hawks Host Loyola Maryland On CBS Sports Network
Lehigh men's basketball will welcome Loyola Maryland to Stabler Arena on Monday at 7 p.m. for a nationally televised contest on CBS Sports Network.
Tableside magician brings different kind of entertainment to Fratello’s
Magic took center stage in Hernando as Fratello’s Prime Steakhouse welcomed an internationally recognized magician to perform tableside for diners.
Welcome Stitchery is 2025 Business of the Year
The owner of the business being honored by the Blue Earth Chamber of Commerce with the Business of the Year Award continues to see her dreams coming true. When Justine Hougen opened Welcome Stitchery in the summer of 2021, the store was located on Highway 169. However, she shares she had always wanted to be […]
Lamont Takes Questions, Plans to Tackle 'Unfinished Business'
HARTFORD – Democratic Gov. Ned Lamont sat down on Thursday for a chance to talk one on one about his run for a third term, telling CT Examiner he welcomed […]
I'm not sure Animal Crossing: New Horizons' busted megaphone and other Switch 2 bits are worth £4.19, but 3.0's a welcome nudge back into Nintendo's lovely world
I cannot begin to tell you how much I was looking forward to hoisting megaphone and bellowing insults at Chops from hal…
How to be a great mentor in business and life
Welcome to The Nightcrawler — a weekly newsletter from Eric Markowitz covering tech, innovation, and long-term thinking.
Shreveport welcomes state-backed 50 Cent entertainment project downtown
The City of Shreveport congratulates Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and G-Unit on their state-supported entertainment investment in downtown.
WORLD BUSINESS CHICAGO WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS TO SUPPORT CHICAGO'S NEXT PHASE OF ECONOMIC GROWTH
World Business Chicago (WBC) today announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors, welcoming senior business leaders whose experience spans entrepreneurship, global finance, and professional services—sectors central to Chicago's economic strength and future growth. The new board members are:
Tiger Woods welcomes Brooks Koepka back to PGA Tour, gives health update
While slowly progressing in his own comeback, Tiger Woods is ecstatic as five-time major champion Brooks Koepka spurns LIV to rejoin PGA Tour.
SGMC Health Welcomes Pediatric Hospitalist John Thompson, MD
SGMC Health is pleased to welcome John Thompson, MD, a board-certified Pediatric Hospitalist, to its team at SGMC Health Main.
Missouri sportsbook promos: Land close to $3,000 in welcome bonuses with Missouri sports betting promo codes
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2026 Concerts and Shows in Hershey, Pennsylvania
2025 was an exciting year for live entertainment in Hershey, Pa.! We welcomed iconic artists to GIANT Center along with Hershey Bears hockey games, and hosted more shows than ever before at Hersheypark Stadium, featuring popular talent like Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone and Twenty One Pilots.As we look ahead to 2026, both venues will continue to h...
BAL welcomes Ladik Law Firm into Sports and Entertainment Practice, expanding services for professional and amateur athletes and teams
BAL, the world’s most innovative corporate immigration law firm, is proud to announce the acquisition of Ladik Law Firm.
Schenectady sports club undergoes rebranding, renovations
After a $5 million renovation project at the SPORTIME Schenectady facility, owners have decided to welcome new management and rebrand the club. SPORTIME Clubs will unveil SPORTIME Capital Region at…
Adirondack Loon Center welcomes new director of science and conservation
Comings and goings highlights organizations across the Adirondacks as they welcome a new team member and post job opportunities.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 12, 2026, puzzle No. 476
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Minnesota finds itself in an unwelcome, divisive political spotlight
Minnesota has found itself at the epicenter of the political world, reeling from tensions sparked by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer fatally shooting a woman — an incident that…
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 11, 2026, puzzle No. 475
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Steelers expected to welcome back Aaron Rodgers next season if he decides to play
Steelers expected to welcome back Aaron Rodgers next year if he decides to play
The Pittsburgh Steelers will welcome back quarterback Aaron Rodgers if he decides to play next season.
Fox News Politics Newsletter: AOC accuses Vance of believing ‘American people should be assassinated’
Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content.
Barton Health welcomes first baby of 2026
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Barton Health welcomed the first baby of the New Year on January 6 at 2:36 p.m. Murphy Vera Ross, female, weighing 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and measuring 20 inches long, was born to Ashley Brier Ross and Barret Ross of South Lake Tahoe, CA. Dr. Megan Jewell, board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist...
Millions v. billions: New health funds in rural Minnesota are welcome, but they won’t offset Medicaid cuts
Minnesota’s allocation from a new federal program meant to offset significant budget cuts comes in below the average.
Fox News Politics Newsletter: Jeffries slams Noem over Minneapolis shooting response
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Polsky Center Welcomes Newest Cohort of the Small Business Financial Fundamentals Program - Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
The Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation is welcoming a new cohort of entrepreneurs to the Polsky Exchange Small Business Financial Fundamentals program. The 10-week program is designed to support business owners who are actively seeking bank loans or alternative forms of financing, providing them with the tools and guidance needed to refine financial reporting,
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Kidnapping and chaos: welcome to Trump’s world
John Harris and Kiran Stacey are joined by the Guardian’s defence and security editor, Dan Sabbagh, to talk about the oil tanker seizures, Greenland and the UK’s role in Ukraine
Tax hikes coming to some Southeast DC businesses — and they welcome what it means
The Soul of the City Business Improvement District, which plans to transform Congress Heights and nearby neighborhoods, will fund local business growth, workforce development and community revitalization.
Fox News Politics Newsletter: Frey tells ICE to 'get the f--- out of Minneapolis'
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Kick off the year with new rewards
Whether you’re new to Minecraft or you’ve been digging straight down since the beginning, the entire community have officially been challenged to mine 4.25 billion stone blocks!
Hornets look to build on win over champs, welcome Raptors
Feeling refreshed and revived from their recent travels, the Charlotte Hornets return home to face the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday.
Back to School, Healthy and Ready: Tips for Navigating Flu Season
As we welcome students and families back for the spring semester, keeping our school community healthy remains our top priority. With flu season continuing into the winter months, it’s especially important that we work together to reduce the spread of illness and ensure students are ready to learn each day. Our campus is taking proactive steps to support the health […]
Dell’s XPS revival is a welcome reprieve from the “AI PC” fad
Dell moves from pushing "AI PCs" and back to what matters in laptops.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 6, 2026, puzzle No. 470
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The silence of CMS
Welcome BACK. So glad you’re here. I kicked off my 2026 by running a 5k with a friend, and now I’m wondering whether running continues to be a hobby or an
Fox News Politics Newsletter: 3 key takeaways from Trump's push to put US oil firms back in Venezuela
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Essentia Health-Virginia Clinic welcomes family medicine specialist Dr. Nicholas Vidor
Growing up in International Falls and living and practicing in Cook for the last 11 years, he’s excited to continue working with patients in a rural community.
Philosophy to the Rescue of Science
The pessimistic meta-induction—the argument that since past scientific theories have been shown to be false, we should expect that today’s will turn out false, too—makes the New York Times. . Elay Shech, professor of philosophy at Auburn University, takes up the topic in the context of current political disputes about science and our government’s seemingly increasing disregard of expertise: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the secretary of health and human services, made a version of this argument in August when defending his decision to halt hundreds of millions of dollars in mRNA vaccine development despite the objections of vaccine scientists. He said that “science is always evolving” and the experts could not always be trusted. Shech accepts that “many widely accepted [scientific] theories have been discarded” but that the question, “why should we trust the ones we have now?” is misleading. Why? It implies that the only possible attitudes toward science are naïve faith and wholesale pessimism. It assumes that science is a single global entity that rises or falls all at once, when in reality, science is an array of local domains of inquiry, each with its own standards of evidence and degrees of reliability. In place of skepticism, Shech recommends “disciplined trust.” The first step in the direction of disciplined trust is recognizing that “there is no single scientific method used in all of science.” Shech writes: Newton’s deduction from observed phenomena is very different from Darwin’s inference to the best explanation, which in turn differs radically from Einstein’s thought experiments with light beams, trains and elevators. What people call “the scientific method” is really many distinct ways of investigating the world—different strategies for representing, experimenting and classifying. Since different areas of science employ different methods and rely on different kinds of evidence, to make a case for skepticism “you need to look at the evidence and methods in a specific area of inquiry.” And that case will not be “a sweeping claim about all of science” but rather about that particular area of inquiry with, for example, what might turn out to be “well-understood methodological problems.” Shech’s piece is “Science Keeps Changing, So Why Should We Trust It?” (NYT gift link). Discussion welcome (readers are advised to keep in..
Welcome to the new, sorta socialist era of American capitalism
Trump is having the government buy stakes directly in companies — and it's going to change the way we all do business and reshape the economy.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 5, 2026, puzzle No. 469
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Delta Air Lines Named Official Airline Partner of Sphere
Delta Air Lines Will Entitle Sphere’s First Branded Hospitality Space – The Delta SKY360° Club At Sphere Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR ) today announced Delta Air Lines as the Official Airline of Sphere. As part of a multi-faceted partnership, the Delta SKY360° Club also becomes the first branded hospitality space in the immersive entertainment venue. “Delta and Sphere share a commitment to innovation, technology and connecting people through world-class experiences,” said Marcus Ellington, Executive Vice President, Ad Sales and Sponsorships, Sphere. “We are proud to welcome Delta as our partner on two firsts for Sphere – our first official airline and first branded hospitality space – and we look forward to building on this collaboration, offering guests an elevated experience, and showcasing the best of each of our brands.” “At Delta, our mission is to make every journey matter, and that extends beyond the flight,” said Alicia Tillman, Chief Marketing Officer at Delta Air