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Jay Collins blames campaign woes on 'suppression polling'
He also says Byron Donalds isn't leading the race.
Experts set 2030 nutrition science goals for resilient food systems
As the second quarter of the 21st century unfolds, experts are examining the state of nutrition as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) deadline looms with five years remaining. To achieve these targets, a new paper outlines key goals for nutrition science from 2025 to 2030. The Frontiers in Nutrition publication discusses the interconnectedness between nutrition, food security, and sustainability in complex food systems affected by shocks, policies, and environmental limits. The researchers reveal how these modern factors impact nutrition science and shape research agendas.
Women in Business club holds first annual symposium
BuzzBallz founder Merrilee Kick gave a keynote speech on starting a business at the first-ever University of Montana Women in Business symposium on March 27.
In Nebraska, wildfires are turning cattle ranching into a tricky business
Nearly a million acres in the state have burned this year. One expert calls it ‘a new kind of wildfire era.’
NASA’s Artemis II mission holds special meaning for Alabama ‘rocket science’ Episcopalians
[Episcopal News Service] NASA’s successful April 1 launch of Artemis II, the first crewed mission to the moon since 1972, drew more than 18 million viewers and nearly 400,000 spectators to Florida’…
Oregonians tell Governor Kotek high costs, taxes are holding back business growth
A new statewide survey of Oregonians sends a clear and message: high costs, taxes and regulations are making it harder for businesses.
Oregonians tell Governor Kotek high costs, taxes are holding back business growth
A new statewide survey of Oregonians sends a clear and message: high costs, taxes and regulations are making it harder for businesses.
Kettering Health Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Xenia Health Center
Kettering Health hosted a groundbreaking to celebrate the start of construction at the new Xenia Health Center.
WATCH LIVE: White House holds briefing as Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire in Iran war
Dunlap fields questions from voters during Bangor town hall
In a wide-ranging town hall conversation in Bangor Tuesday night, Democratic 2nd Congressional District Candidate Matt Dunlap said he will not be accepting money from Political Action Committees and will prioritize issues that matter to Mainers.
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.
Mass. food insecurity surging; Doctor warns of growing health impacts
More than one-third of households struggled to access enough food in 2024.
WSP-RC holds population health, wellness fair
Wasco State Prison-Reception Center (WSP-RC) held a health and wellness fair for the incarcerated population during the week of March 9-13.
UT Health San Antonio researchers report breakthrough findings significantly reducing symptoms for combat PTSD victims - UT Health San Antonio
Adding navigated TMS to psychotherapy can ‘greatly improve’ quality of life Contact: Steven Lee, (210) 450-3823, lees22@uthscsa.edu SAN ANTONIO, April 7, 2026 – An advanced version of a procedure using magnetic fields to stimulate brain nerve cells in treating depression was significantly effective for 85% of active military and veterans suffering from combat post-traumatic stress […]
UC Berkeley Haas climbs to No. 10 as the top public business school; evening & weekend MBA holds No. 1 ranking in U.S. News - Haas News
UC Berkeley Haas is the top-ranked public business school in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Business Schools 2026, with the Full-time MBA Program rising to No. 10, the MBA for Executives climbing to No. 4; and the Evening & Weekend MBA Program continuing its reign at No. 1. The Haas Undergraduate Program was previously ranked No. 3 in U.S. News' 2026 Best Undergraduate Business Programs, released last September.
Is David Jolly riding an off-shore blue wave? His Q1 fundraising suggests momentum is building
Jolly still trails Republican Byron Donalds — by a lot — but he has upped his game since 2 surprise Special Election victories.
Stable One UI 8.5 release dates leak for Galaxy S25 series
Galaxy S25 users are mentally prepared to receive the Stable One UI 8.5 update after two more Beta builds. Now, we’re hearing the potential release dates from a credible source who has a solid track record of Samsung leaks. According to TarunVats, Samsung may start Stable One UI 8.5 release on April 30. It is […]
Well, they did it.
The Big Ten now holds the national championships in men’s and women’s basketball, as well as football and probably all of hockey, too. In a whistle-marred game, Michigan shot 21/55 from the field and 2/15 from deep, but did just enough as UConn hit just 9 of their 33 threes, part of a putrid 31% […]
Club sports athletes report minimal damage after Morning on the Green festival
Women's Ultimate Frisbee and Rugby Team Captains share their thoughts on the impact of the Morning on The Green Festival on the Lower Sports Complex fields.
STAT 4000 introduces students across Auburn to data science foundations
STAT 4000: Introduction to Data Science gives students across Auburn a hands-on foundation in data analysis, AI literacy and statistical reasoning. Taught by instructors in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, the course equips students to work confidently and critically with data in a wide range of fields.
Trump holds fast to Tuesday deadline, threatening Iran's bridges and power plants
Trump said he was optimistic about the prospects of working with a newly installed Iranian government. But Tehran dismissed the diplomatic overtures as “unrealistic."
Human echolocation step echo by step
Experts in echolocation use multiple clicks and echoes to sense objects, offering insight into how the brain builds perception.
WATCH LIVE: Trump holds news conference after unleashing latest threat against Iran
'Your doctor, your price': Byron Donalds rolls out health care plan
'We're going to make sure that there is transparency in health care.'
‘GMA’: Melissa Gilbert Fiercely Defends Timothy Busfield Through Tears
Busfield awaits trial on charges of sexual abuse against minors.
Bay Area immersive theater company revives fan-favorite ‘Psychopomp’
Immersive theater returns to Golden Gate Park as We Players restage “Psychopomp,” guiding audiences through mythic worlds in the San Francisco Botanical Garden.
On plant health and embracing new plant-breeding techniques in South Africa
The major challenge currently confronting South Africa’s agriculture is the spread of foot-and-mouth disease. For many farmers across the country, the most urgent tasks are both securing sufficient vaccines and rolling them out quickly in the coming months, particularly as the beef and dairy industries continue to suffer big losses. There is also pressure on sheep, goats, and other livestock to prevent the disease from spreading. As efforts to get the country through this monumental challenge continue, I believe it is important to sharpen our focus on the broader task at hand: strengthening biosecurity. This covers both animal and plant health. In recent years, we haven’t focused much on plant health, except a few times, such as when we had a goss’s wilt scare in the maize industry, a few cases of citrus black spot, or cases of sclerotinia in sunflower seeds. But the fact that South Africa managed to control the outbreaks of these particular diseases when they occurred a few years ago was due to organized agricultural and government scientific capabilities, and, most importantly, the availability of crop protection or agrochemicals necessary to address some of them. Therefore, as the animal health division in the Department of Agriculture focuses on the pressing challenge of the day, the foot-and-mouth disease, there is an opportunity for the plant health division to assess if they have all the requirements to tackle any outbreak that may occur on fruits, vegetables or crops in future. The challenge with crop diseases is that they can spread quickly and cause much more rapid damage in the field than we typically see with livestock. Therefore, speed is everything in ensuring the appropriate controls are available. I raise this as an important area, particularly given the drastic climate variation we observe across the country. The production conditions in some areas have changed noticeably over time, which may introduce new risks. The other essential part is ensuring that South Africa has access to the best crop protection technology available in the market. Many technology developers worldwide have operations in South Africa. Therefore, the Department of Agriculture, along with the Agricultural Research Council, must continuously interact with technology developers to assess the various crop protection technologies they are releasing globally and determine their suitability and need in South Africa. This will require a proactive approach from the government, unlike the current approach, in which technology developers typically approach regulators with new technologies. The government, recognising the food security risks, must take a proactive approach to ensure that South African farmers have access to the latest crop protection technologies, thereby safeguarding the country’s food security. Beyond crop protection, we must never forget that South Africa’s agriculture is key to ensuring that the country is the most food-secure country at the national level in sub-Saharan Africa. South Africa is also the only African country in the top-40 global agricultural exporters, having more than doubled since 1994 on the back of the adoption of high-yielding seed cultivars. South Africa has been the only African country to adopt a bold approach to embracing science and adopting genetically engineered seeds for grains and oilseeds in the early 2000s. Since then, we have seen crop yields improve noticeably, contributing to the gains we mentioned above. But ensuring that South Africa improves further is not a given. The key lies in South African regulators’ attitudes towards new technologies. We have to maintain a progressive approach and not give in to the politics of non-food and non-scientific voices that shout on the sidelines. Food security is national security, and the government must ensure we progress, leaning on science. Therefore, the registration of high-yielding new genomic techniques is required. South Africa cannot afford to fall behind the EU, the USA, South America, and many of its competitors in global agriculture. The Department of Agriculture’s crop science division must adopt a progress-and-science-embracing approach for the good of the country. Thanks for reading AgriView! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Subscribe Share
All That Jazz at the Elms With Julia Reynolds
With a grand piano, a loyal following, and a deep love for the Elms Hotel, Julia Reynolds has found the perfect stage for the music that has shaped her life since childhood.
Warriors' Draymond Green reveals 'ideal' outcome for upcoming free agency
It remains to be seen what the future holds from Draymond Green beyond the current campaign, but the veteran forward has an idea of how he would like it to go. Green recently laid out his “ideal” scenario for his NBA future, which would entail him declining his $27 million player option for the 2026-27 season in favor of a new extension to close out his career in Golden State. “Rich [Paul] and I discussed it a couple months ago briefly,” Green said.
Move Over Anbernic, the GAMEMT E5 ModX Might Be The Weirdest Handheld of the Year
The GAMEMT E5 ModX may be one of the strangest handhelds we’ve seen in a while, blending controller, vertical, and horizontal gaming in one device.
Byron Donalds to kick off 'Defending The Florida Dream' tour in The Villages
The first in a series of policy-driven events will focus of the rising cost of health care.
Politics: Iowa Senate Republicans release FY2027 budget proposal
Iowa Senate Republicans last week announced their proposed budget for the coming fiscal year; it comes in at about $100 million below Gov. Kim Reynolds’ budget, which was released at
Your Odin 3 Might Not Actually Use the Snapdragon 8 Elite, but There’s More to the Story
The Odin 3’s chip story just got messier, as AYN replaces Snapdragon 8 Elite branding with Dragonwing Q8 across its official landing page.
Egypt raises electricity prices for higher-use households, businesses from April
Egypt raised electricity prices for higher-use residential consumers and commercial users starting in April, the electricity ministry said in a statement on Saturday, citing a severe global energy crisis linked to the war in the Gulf region.
Fossil site in China reveals bevy of complex creatures lived prior to the Cambrian explosion, including a 'Dune'-like sandworm
A site in southwestern China holds a wide array of strange life-forms that emerged prior to the Cambrian explosion, and it pushes back the origin of complex life by millions of years.
Nancy Guthrie Update: FBI’s ‘Best Lead,’ According to a Cybersecurity Expert
'Today' co-anchor Savannah Guthrie's mom, 84, remains missing more than two months after her Tucson, Arizona, kidnapping.
When legal sports betting surges, so do Americans' financial problems
As online betting has grown in popularity, a new report from the New York Federal Reserve builds on the troubling link between legal sports wagering and financial health.
MacIntyre holds four-shot lead at Texas Open
Scotland's Robert MacIntyre maintains his strong form with a round of 64 for a four-shot halfway lead at the Texas Open in San Antonio.
Meteor impacts may have sparked life on Earth, scientists say
Asteroid impacts may have helped kick-start life on Earth by creating hot, chemical-rich environments ideal for early biology. These impact-generated hydrothermal systems could have lasted thousands of years—long enough for life’s building blocks to form. Scientists now think these environments may have been common on early Earth, making them a strong candidate for where life began. The idea could also guide the search for life on other worlds.
Pope Leo's political voice and how much influence he holds
Pope Leo XIV is the first American to lead the Catholic Church, and after nearly a year of advocating for the poor and cautiously opposing controversial U.S. policies, Leo is offering a more public contrast with Trump. Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses the pope's first year and what his recent criticism says with Joseph Capizzi, Father Thomas Reese, Annie Selak and Stephen White.
Season on the brink: State of Luka Dončić's hamstring holds fate of Lakers' hopes, NBA honors
OpenAI isn’t just buying a podcast
OpenAI’s out-of-the-blue acquisition of TBPN, the buzzy online talk show, stunned the worlds of media and technology. But it’s a continuation of a pattern that dates back a hundred years, to 1926, when RCA created NBC in part to sell radios.
Exclusive | ServiceNow CEO Builds New Business Model Around AI
Bill McDermott envisions a ‘control tower’ for companies as AI moves beyond intelligence to execution.
A Badgers basketball team builds a foundation for success
The University of Wisconsin-Madison women's basketball program piled up its most wins since 2011.
Combining creativity and science
Science and creativity often seem like completely separate worlds, but it doesn’t have to be that way.
Materials Science and Engineering Weekly Seminar with Dr. Mathias Kläui
Combining The Best Of All Worlds: Altermagnets – A New Class Of MagnetsAbstract While known for a long time, antiferromagnetically ordered systems have previously been considered as “interesting but useless”.
Jim Bob Duggar scolds son Joseph for ‘terrible decisions’ in jailhouse email: ‘Pray that God would have mercy on you’
'19 Kids and Counting' star Jim Bob Duggar had some advice for Joseph, his second son to be charged with a sexual crime related to children: "You have made some terrible decisions, but God has already forgiven you if you have asked him.'
San Diego's 1st women's sports bar opening in North Park
One of Us opens in North Park, giving fans a dedicated space to watch women's sports.
Ravens set to lean on Derrick Henry in revamped offense
Ravens coach Jesse Minter highlights Derrick Henry’s role as Baltimore builds a run-heavy offensive identity.
McDonald's goes all-in on affordability: Full menu revealed for new under $3 and $4 deals
Starting April 21, McDonald's rolls out a new nationwide McValue menu featuring predictable, everyday low prices to compete in the fast-food value wars.
New weight-loss pill hits the market, promising 'greater flexibility'
FDA approves Foundayo, a once-daily weight loss pill by Lilly. Clinical trials showed adults lost an average of 27.3 pounds on the highest dose, although there are side effects.
2026 NFL seven-round mock draft: Steelers, Jets, Cardinals among teams targeting QBs as 11 come off the board
From the No. 1 overall pick to Mr. Irrelevant, here's how every team builds its 2026 class.
Poll: Byron Donalds dominates GOP field, favored to win General Election for Governor
Older voters who reliably turn out in Primaries are among Donalds' strongest supporters.
Earth’s magnetic field went wild 600 million years ago and scientists finally know why
Hundreds of millions of years ago, Earth’s magnetic field behaved in a way that has long baffled scientists, showing wild and seemingly chaotic shifts unlike anything seen before or since. A new study suggests this chaos may actually hide a deeper pattern: instead of random fluctuations, the magnetic field may have followed a global, organized structure.
Zimbabweans fear planned constitutional change will kill political choice
Heated debate as Zimbabwe holds four days of public hearings about a bill seeking to amend the country’s constitution.
Central banks' inflation mood puzzle: more judgment than science
The world's central bankers may be attempting the impossible: to get into the psyche of business executives, labour unions and ordinary households in real time to understand how they are navigating their finances through yet another energy shock.
Business Ownership in Europe: The McDonald’s Model
Discover how franchising with McDonald’s helps entrepreneurs in Europe achieve business ownership, drive growth and support local communities.
Byron Donalds backs Ron DeSantis' congressional redistricting push
Other states have pushed Democratic advantages.
Teen glow-getter balances school and business
While most 17-year-olds are focused on senior-year milestones, Brianna Costanzo is doing that — plus running her own business.
TROY SBDC builds partnerships and offers resources for Butler County small businesses
Following National SBDC Day, Troy University hosted a community-focused meeting in Georgiana to continue building partnerships and increasing awareness of resources available to small business owners across Butler County.
Business Group Fighting Tax Hikes Shields Information About Funders
Using an exemption to a 2012 law, the Partnership for New York City has revealed the names of donors to its political arm, but not the amount each gave.
Byron Donalds posts record $22M quarter to kick off 2026 Governor's race
That's more than any non-incumbent running for Governor raised in the first quarter of an election year.
Energy crisis: why ‘keep calm but cut down’ may be a better message for Labour
Government keen to avoid panic as oil price surges, but perhaps households need advice on reducing consumption
'Burned beyond recognition' | Leander business owner rebuilds after fire devastates bookstore ahead of opening
Andy Reid: Justin Fields is "more than a gadget guy"
With Patrick Mahomes on the mend from a torn ACL suffered late in the 2025 season, there's certainly a chance he won't be ready for the start of the regular season.
Snap Stock Surges After Activist Investor Builds Stake; Says Business is ‘Not Working’
Activist investor Irenic Capital Management is pushing for change at Snap amid a sharp drop in the social media company’s share price this year.
Using advanced statistics and AI to improve health | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Matlin Gilman, PhD ‘26, studies the real-world health effects of policy decisions and builds artificial intelligence tools to advance health care.
Using advanced statistics and AI to improve health | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Matlin Gilman, PhD ‘26, studies the real-world health effects of policy decisions and builds artificial intelligence tools to advance health care.
Psychological Science Grad Student on Path to PhD and Inspiring Other First-Generation Students
From working in agricultural fields to earning the prestigious Rawlins Award, first-generation college student Jennifer Trujillo is on the path to earning a PhD and inspiring others like her to pursue higher education.
Goldman is betting Nvidia will get a boost from health care as industry builds out AI capabilities
Nvidia is looking to increase the adoption of AI by biotechnology companies, which could boost its shares, per Goldman Sachs.
The Lakers aren't expected to take that $50 million …
The Lakers aren't expected to take that $50 million …
MDW Communications cleans up at 2026 Pollie Awards
MDW brought home 4 awards, including 3 Golds.
Trump’s Hunt for Undocumented Medicaid Enrollees Yields Few Violators
Federal health officials have ordered states to reverify the immigration status of hundreds of thousands of Medicaid enrollees. After seven months, findings from five states show the reviews have uncovered few immigrants without legal status who are improperly receiving benefits.
‘Memory of a Killer’: Who Dies in Season 1’s Penultimate Episode?
Angelo's worlds collide as he tries to save his loved ones.
‘Memory of a Killer’: Who Dies in Season 1’s Penultimate Episode?
Angelo's worlds collide as he tries to save his loved ones.
‘Memory of a Killer’: Who Dies in Season 1’s Penultimate Episode?
Angelo's worlds collide as he tries to save his loved ones.
Charts show how the highest and lowest earners spend their money
Households with the highest income spend more on housing, but the lowest-income quintile spends a higher share of its spending on that category.
Announcing Riftbound's First Bans
Effective March 31, 2026, four cards and three battlefields will be banned in constructed.
Pitt commits $5M in new investments to city parks, neighborhood business corridors and public safety
The University’s most recent commitment builds on decades of collaboration and support between the City of Pittsburgh and its premier anchor institution.
Trump officials cite white supremacists in bid to end birthright citizenship
The administration builds its arguments on an 1800s campaign, led in part by a Confederate officer, that scholars say was steeped in anti-Black and anti-Chinese racism.
Weizmann Institute rebuilds after Iranian missile strike, but lost science may be gone for good
Most buildings damaged in the June 2025 attack have been repaired, but destroyed research and data cannot be recovered.
Butterfat, Bots, and Bureaucrats: The Limits of Optimization
Across various fields, we constantly attempt to refine, control, and optimize complex systems. But whether it’s chatbots reshaping beliefs, cows engineered for more nutritious milk, drugs that suppress desire, or regulators chasing vanishingly small risks, each effort reveals the same tension: control involves tradeoffs. The issue isn’t whether optimization works—it’s what it costs and whether we notice it in time.
Scientists Stunned: Colossal Eggs Discovered 3,500 Meters Beneath an Active Volcano
Beneath an active seafloor volcano off Vancouver Island, researchers have documented a congregation of giant eggs at roughly 3,500 meters, a discovery that reframes how life can flourish under extreme conditions. The eggs belong to the Pacific white skate, an elusive deep‑sea species adapted to cold, crushing pressure and perpetual darkness. What seemed an unlikely nursery is actually a geothermally warmed refuge, where subtle heat helps embryos survive a marathon incubation. The finding links volcanic energy to a quiet engine of biodiversity, turning a hostile landscape into an incubator. A living volcano, a hidden nursery The seamount long assumed dormant now exhales mineral‑rich, shimmering plumes, proof of hydrothermal life at depth. Expedition cameras swept across black basalt and pale bacterial mats, revealing vents that pulse with warmth. That warmth, though modest by human standards, alters the physics of development for cold‑adapted embryos. In a realm where metabolism creeps, even a few degrees can mean faster growth and higher survival. The volcano is not only active; it is ecologically formative, drafting a blueprint for a thriving oasis. Giant eggs and a skate built for the abyss The Pacific white skate, Bathyraja spinosissima, is built for the abyss: broad wings, armored spines, and a life history that trades speed for endurance. Females lay outsized, rectangular “mermaid’s purses,” often 46–50 centimeters long, packed with rich yolk to fuel years of growth. In the frigid deep, embryos can require around four years to hatch, a timeline that magnifies every energetic advantage. The scale is striking—large eggs, large adults, and a textbook case of deep‑sea gigantism. The volcano’s gentle heat may literally shave months or years from the wait. Why heat matters at the bottom of the sea Hydrothermal circulation delivers low‑level warmth without the turbulence that would scatter fragile egg‑cases. Slightly elevated temperatures accelerate enzyme kinetics, nudging development along while keeping embryos within a safe range. Mineral‑laden fluids likely shape local microbiomes, which, in turn, can influence biofilms on egg surfaces. The environment acts like a slow, steady incubator, countering the deep sea’s tyrannies of cold and scarcity. For a species with long maturation and few offspring, every incremental boost compounds across generations. An ecosystem sculpted by fire and water Seafloor volcanoes create steep environmental gradients, stitching together hot vents, cool eddies, and mineral gardens into mosaic habitats. Microbes harvest chemical energy, seeding food webs that support crustaceans, fishes, and skates. Cameras documented egg‑cases nestled among rocky ledges, near communities nourished by vent‑driven chemistry. These islands of productivity behave like deep‑sea oases, sustaining life far beyond the vent orifice’s flickering light. The nursery’s success underscores how geological forces engineer biological opportunity. “Finding a cradle of life tucked beneath a breathing volcano reminds us that the planet’s harshest places can be profoundly generous.” What the discovery could change The nursery reframes conservation priorities in regions where volcanism quietly underwrites reproduction. Protecting hydrothermal corridors could safeguard entire lifecycles, not just charismatic adults spotted during occasional surveys. It also sharpens questions about how climate‑driven shifts in ocean circulation might influence vent activity, temperature fields, and embryo survival. With methodical mapping, time‑series cameras, and environmental DNA, scientists can track whether nurseries remain stable or drift with geologic rhythms. Key implications include: Enhanced understanding of deep‑sea reproduction at hydrothermal sites. New conservation targets centered on geothermal nurseries. Comparative studies with other volcanic regions, from the Galápagos to rift zones. Biotechnological insights from organisms adapted to long, cold development. Better models of how seafloor heat shapes regional biodiversity. Methods behind the revelation Remotely operated vehicles threaded through chimney fields, gathering video, temperatures, and mineral signatures. High‑definition imagery captured the distinctive, horned egg cases, their edges dusted with fine volcanic silt. Geochemical profiles mapped how heat and chemicals disperse, outlining the “thermal lanes” where eggs most cluster. Combined, these datasets reveal a nursery organized by geothermal topography, with egg‑cases concentrated in pockets of gentle, sustained warmth. A fragile boon in a changing ocean Deep‑sea environments feel remote, yet they intersect with global pressures: mining proposals, cable routes, and shifting oxygen levels. The nursery’s resilience hinges on stable heat flow, intact substrates, and minimal disturbance from noise or sediment. Safeguarding such places is not just about protecting novelty; it preserves a slow, ancient strategy that lets large, long‑lived animals endure in the coldest reaches of the Pacific. Where geology and biology meet, the planet’s deep time still writes living stories. This volcano‑warmed nursery adds a vital chapter to that story, revealing how subtle thermal gifts can tip the scales toward life in the abyss. With each dive, researchers trace the contours of an unseen world, where fire feeds water, and water—against all odds—feeds the future.
Why do men sexually harass women at work? Science offers two explanations – but only one of them holds up
There are two ways to understand sexual harassment in the workplace, but one of them is more scientific than the other.
Warner farm’s lavender business flourishes, enabled by USDA value-added grant program
Growth is at the top of Missy Biagiotti’s mind. Already, she counts on the help of more than 20 employees during the busiest months of the year at Lavender Fields at Pumpkin Blossom Farm in Warner, while new horizons lie ahead for the business she co-owns with her husband, Mike. The couple is adding three […]
Trump’s hunt for undocumented Medicaid enrollees yields few violators
The Trump administration sent states the names of hundreds of thousands of Medicaid enrollees with orders to determine whether they were ineligible based on immigration status.
The longest boxing match on record took place in New Orleans in 1893. It ended with no winner.
“The New Orleans of today holds no more fame than the New Orleans of yesteryear. For it was here that some of the world’s sport celebrities have performed.”
2026 Cook Out 400 predictions, odds, start time: NASCAR at Martinsville picks, best bets by proven model
Best bets for NASCAR at Martinsville as the 2026 Cook Out 400 unfolds on Sunday with Tyler Reddick atop the Cup Series standings
Spark Curiosity This Summer at Brooklyn Preschool of Science (sponsored) | Brooklyn Bridge Parents - News, Events and Family Services
Brooklyn Preschool of Science’s beloved Summer Science Program is back, offering six weeks of hands-on STEAM fun for curious 1–5-year-olds, with the flexibility to enroll for just one week or the entire summer. Each week features a different thematic unit of study, so children might be exploring oceans one week and insects or dinosaurs the
Vingegaard holds on for Volta a Catalunya victory
Danish two-time Tour de France winner Jonas Vingegaard continues his good start to 2026 with Volta a Catalunya win.
Market Square momentum builds as crews work to push project over goal line before NFL Draft
In the middle of 2010, the owners of Costanzo’s restaurant — then a mainstay in Downtown Pittsburgh — faced a choice: pay their electric...
Politics: Iowa governor signs tax hike on HMOs into law
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds on Thursday signed into law House File 2739, which will increase taxes on health maintenance organizations — both those under the state’s Managed Care Organizations and
Science, mapping and art collide at ArtReach
A river story unfolds at ArtReach St. Croix with the opening of two exhibitions, Deep Mapping and Valley Pottery: 2,000 Years. Both exhibitions show a deep love for the valley
Choose 2 Stay holds suicide prevention and mental health rally
A local suicide prevention group held a rally to remind people that help is available.
World's smallest QR code, smaller than bacteria, could store data for centuries
Scientists have created a microscopic QR code so tiny it can only be seen with an electron microscope—smaller than most bacteria and now officially a world record. But this isn’t just about size; it’s about durability. By engraving data into ultra-stable ceramic materials, the team has opened the door to storing information that could last for centuries or even millennia without needing power or maintenance.
Scientists detect magnetic waves deep within the sun, helping predict solar activity
Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have discovered new large-scale waves moving deep inside the sun, driven by magnetic fields far below the surface. These waves provide a window into parts of the sun that ...
Big League Chew Builds 2026 Ambassador Roster Around Baseball, Softball, and Entertainment Culture
Key Takeaways Big League Chew names five brand ambassadors for 2026, spanning youth baseball, professional softball, women's baseball, and entertainment Mo'ne Davis, the first girl to win and pitch a shutout in the Little League World Series, headlines the class Jocelyn Alo, the NCAA Divis
'The best of both worlds': New prostate cancer treatment arrives in Pittsburgh
When George Dorkhom found out that his prostate cancer had advanced, he researched his best option for treatment. He was drawn to a new ultrasound procedure...
Scientists discover why your appetite suddenly disappears when you’re sick
Scientists have uncovered how your body actually tells your brain to stop eating when you’re sick. In a new study, researchers found that specialized cells in the gut detect parasites and send signals that ultimately trigger the brain to suppress appetite. This process builds over time, explaining why you may feel fine at first but then suddenly lose interest in food as an infection takes hold.