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Roma welcome ‘a new phase’ after stadium project approved
Roma have released a statement after their stadium project in the Pietralata area finally got the go-ahead to begin building. ‘A new phase now begins.’The Giallorossi are joint top of the Serie A ...
iOS 26.7.1 available now for iPhone with security fixes
Apple released a variety of software updates today focused on bug fixes and security updates, including iOS 26.7.1 for iPhone.
Dan McGrath: In the playoff arms race, Cubs and Sox are behind on the count
Gone are the days of Don Cooper trusting his starters to get through the order a third time. Now, both teams put their hopes in a collection of journeymen.
Jeffery Simmons Tired of Excuses After Another Frustrating Titans Loss
A dominant defensive performance couldn't save Tennessee from self-inflicted wounds and late-game collapses. Now sitting at 0-3, the star lineman demands his teammates stop talking and start winning.
Sutter Opens New Urgent Care in San Francisco's Mission Bay
New clinic brings same-day care to one of San Francisco’s fastest-growing neighborhoods SAN FRANCISCO – Residents, workers and visitors in Mission Bay now have a new option for same-day medical care with the opening of Sutter Health’s newest urgent care clinic near Oracle Park. Located at 240 King St., the 2,156-square-foot clinic has four exam […]
What to know ahead of Open Enrollment to avoid health insurance scams
Health insurance scams happen year-round, but they pick up during Open Enrollment for Medicare and the Marketplace. If you’re looking to find a new plan, you might search online. But before you click on a search result, remember: scammers and dishonest businesses sometimes pay to appear at the top.
In Ohio, a Humbling Question For Senator Jon Husted: Are You the Incumbent?
Even some devoted conservatives know more about Sherrod Brown, the Democratic challenger, than the Republican incumbent, who needs the MAGA base to turn out.
Hats Off to Stephanie Armour and KFF Health News: Food Safety Is on the Ballot. Now Let’s Talk About What Isn’t in the Recall Count.
This morning KFF Health News and CBS News published Stephanie Armour’s Food safety becomes an election issue as major outbreaks and recalls
Pixel Buds app update lets Gemini control audio and settings
We’re now starting to see Gemini audio controls with the latest Pixel Buds companion app update. This is part of...
Community Health, A Capella Choir, Countybank & Flywheel News - 9-27 In The Know
Bon Secours Launches Community Health Plan
Reward Passes: our new progression mechanic, explained
Frozen Trail arrives October 8, and with it, a new progression mechanic we call the Reward Pass. Here’s everything you need to know about the system, and what to expect from the two Passes coming with Frozen Trail.
'Taken a long time to get to this result'
Former Manchester City midfielder Nigel Gleghorn told BBC Radio Manchester that Enzo Maresca "must think he has jumped into a fire" after the club were found guilty of the vast majority of 115 breaches of financial rules. "The rules put in place, I know why they're put in place to protect clubs, but I will still go to Man City and still watch them as I do," added Gleghorn.
Dawg Sports on the Radio
There’s a lot to talk about regarding Georgia’s 41-13 win over Oklahoma. It should be a pretty fun conversation. That’s why I’ll be listening to the glockenspiel player from MaconDawg’s favorite U2 cover band (UAndYourMama2) on WFOY in St. Augustine(102.1 FM/1240 AM) this evening around 6:45 pm Eastern to talk Georgia Bulldog football on SportsNow with […]
Is Coastal Flooding Now Predictable?
Flooding has long been an unpredictable event, as poorly understood as hurricanes or any weather. That may no longer be the case.
Northern Ireland v Hungary
Let us know how you rate the performances of the players on both sides and we'll bring you the results at the end of the game.
Every Upgrade In ‘The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered' is out Sept. 29, and now we have the full patch notes for everything that has changed in the game.
ONE WEEK AWAY: Protect Our Care’s “Sick of It! Fix Health Care Now” Bus Tour Hits the Road to Take the Fight for Affordable Health Care Across the Country
Washington, D.C. — One week from today, Protect Our Care’s “Sick of It! Fix Health Care Now” campaign will hit the road with Care Force One, kicking off in Bangor,...
The “Family Stone” sequel: Everything we know about the cast, plot, and more
The gang’s all here, along with an Emmy-winning newcomer.
After a deepfake voice fooled her grandfather, this founder sprang into action
After her grandfather was scammed by a deepfake of his brother's voice, Tarini Padmanabhuni founded DetectifAI, a San Francisco startup building AI models small enough to run directly on smartphones and flag fake voices in real time, and it's now one of the companies competing in Startup Battlefield at TechCrunch Disrupt.
Business Monday: Natural disasters devastated some Big Island business, while boosting income for others
Hawai‘i County Mayor Kimo Alameda said it’s an “unbelievable yin-yang story” as some businesses have been forced to shutter while others are thriving.
PS5-exclusive Marvel’s Wolverine now boots on PC, Demon’s Souls reaches 40–50 FPS
KyTyPS5 development has produced two new demonstrations covering both compatibility and performance. Marvel's Wolverine can already reach its menu, while Demon's Souls now runs at up to around 50 FPS.
Candace Cameron Bure’s son Lev welcomes first child with wife Elliott: ‘Our miracle baby boy’
Now that’s a full house!
Mario Nintendo Switch Games Now Available for 85 to 90% Off on eShop
Mario Nintendo Switch games are now available for 85 to 90% off, until October 8, courtesy of the Nintendo eShop.
As Congress debates college sports, athletes-turned-senators like Eric Schmitt get in the game
The Protect College Sports Act is on the brink of passing in the Senate, where a handful of former college athletes who are now senators on both sides of the aisle have an extra say in the debate. Sen. Eric Schmitt, a Republican from Missouri, is determined to get it passed.
Atlanta's new NWSL team unveils Atlanta City FC name, logo and colors
Atlanta's newest professional sports team now has a name, a phoenix and a date to take the field.
Shapiro Administration's Controversial Health Regulations Dropped, For Now
(The Center Square) – New regulations that critics said would give the state Department of Health power to enter private homes without a warrant were withdrawn late Friday. The news comes just days after the Independent Regulatory Review Commission’s public comment period for the 502-page proposal ended. In a letter…
Wild Salmon vs. Farmed Salmon: Which One Is Better for Your Health?
Here’s exactly what you need to know next time you’re standing in the seafood aisle.
Caleb Williams’ Injury Just Got More Concerning for the Bears
The Chicago Bears hoped Caleb Williams had escaped with a minor hamstring injury. That optimism has now taken a hit. […]
Google is officially killing Gemini Gems
The Gems manager in Gemini is now showing a banner officially announcing that Gems will be migrated to Skills starting November 17.
Two Position Battles to Watch for in Bucks Training Camp
An interesting 2026-27 season awaits the Milwaukee Bucks, likely with more lineup unknowns than knowns.
Newcastle Creates New Senior Role After Major Recruiting Changes
Newcastle United’s football operation has undergone significant change over the past year, with Ross Wilson overseeing another stage of the club’s restructuring following the departures of experienced figures including Steve Nickson and Andy Howe. Jack Ross has now confirmed that he has become Newcastle’s Assistant Sporting Director, effectively placing him directly beneath Wilson in the […]
Can Steelers End Thursday Night Woes in Cleveland?
Since 2019, the Cleveland Browns are 6-1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers at home. Three of those wins have come on […]
First known AI agent breach: What happens when it starts acting independently?
OpenAI agent gained unauthorized access to Australian health portal after encountering restrictions, says Prime Minister Anthony Albanese | Anadolu
New UMSOM Research Shows Promising Results for Health Care Professionals Using Ketogenic Diet Therapy to Treat Mental Illness
Specialized high-fat, low carbohydrate diets, known as ketogenic metabolic therapy, are showing promising therapeutic benefits for certain mental illnesses in emerging research. Now, a new study from researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s Maryland Psychiatric Research Center (MPRC) shows that an immersive training program can improve health care provider confidence in using a ketogenic dietary treatment plan for their patients.
The Aral Sea, Once the World's Fourth-Largest Inland Lake, Was Drained Dry. Now It's a Ticking Carbon Bomb
Most of this inland sea is a dry lakebed the size of Ireland, and it has already released 748 million metric tons of CO2. But scientists say there's still time to reverse course.
Do Red Sox fans still hate the Yankees?
Good morning! There is no baseball today. Normally that’s a sad phrase to read and write. But when you’re gearing up for the playoffs, a day of rest isn’t the worst thing in the world. Especially when you’re gearing up to face the Yankees in the playoffs. Having said that, we can all acknowledge that […]
What do the numbers tell us about Hogh's Celtic start?
It is fair to say Kasper Hogh has not had the start he or Celtic would have wanted after the club spent a club-record fee to sign the Denmark striker from Bodo/Glimt. Having bagged 53 goals in 102 appearances for his previous team, a handful of which came in the Champions League against top-level opposition, the 25-year-old arrived to fanfare following the signing of fellow big-money capture Camilo Duran. Now, with Martin O'Neill's men on a three-game losing run, serious questions are starting to be asked after Hogh's underwhelming introduction.
Snow is critical for Arizona's water, this study found that measurements can vary wildly
A new study from the University of Washington found that snow measurement tools can produce very different estimates for water availability.
Dominique Lewis, Spotlighted By Influential Women, Connects Life Science Expertise With Holistic Wellness
A Career Rooted in Scientific Knowledge, Personal Growth, and Meaningful Transformation Washington, DC – Dominique Lewis has developed a distinctive
Vice Presidency for Science and Technology, INN to develop nanotech cooperation
TEHRAN – The Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy and the Inter-Islamic Network on Nanotechnology (INN) have agreed to bolster collaborative efforts through implementing joint research projects in nanotechnology and advanced materials.
3-foot claws, tons of teeth: ‘Anatomically bizarre’ giant dinosaur found by scientists
Paleontologists described Kayrasaurus changliensis, the largest known therizinosaur from the region, despite its fearsome claws and teeth.
New rates for state Health Department’s deposit beverage container program take effect Oct. 1
The most significant change is the adoption of a new single rate for plastic.
I had a simple meal-prep idea. My company now makes millions.
David Rabie grew up in an Iranian immigrant family full of entrepreneurs. Their experience shaped his tolerance for risk as he built Tovala.
Why scientists are now revisiting this fatty acid for healthy aging
Scientists are studying C15:0, a fatty acid found in full-fat dairy that may help support cellular health and healthy aging. Here's what to know.
VMI Worldwide Partners With Empire Studios, Rascal Entertainment & Green 13 On Survival Thriller ‘Snow Predator’
EXCLUSIVE: Empire Studios, Rascal Entertainment, Green 13 Films and VMI Worldwide have partnered on Snow Predator, a survival thriller directed by Coz Greenop. The film has been written by Charley McD...
VMI Worldwide Boards Survival Thriller ‘Snow Predator’
VMI Worldwide is handling worldwide sales.
The Xbox Series X Can Now Play PlayStation 5 Games - Here's How
A modder named Devran Cosmo Uenal has created a special port of the KytyPS5 emulator for Xbox Series X, allowing some PS5 games to be played on the console.
Mexico’s journalists have long faced bullets. Now lawsuits against them are rising
Politicians and judges are increasingly attempting to shut down press freedoms in Mexico, raising concerns among journalism watchdog groups
Citizens admonish Sangamon Co mental health board
Citizens call for evening meetings and remind the board to remember the community's problems with race.
Jess McKenna and Zach Reino are a force to be toured with
Known for their work on an improvised musical podcast and Dropout TV, this duo brings “Off Book” to the Barrymore in Madison on Oct. 17.
As a sports medicine doctor, here’s what I want you to know about peptides
Patients often ask me if peptides can help improve their physical health and increase longevity. This is what I tell them.
As a sports medicine doctor, here’s what I want you to know about peptides
Patients often ask me if peptides can help improve their physical health and increase longevity. This is what I tell them.
Live Science crossword puzzle #62: Ancient capital of the Aztec Empire
Test your knowledge on all things science with our weekly, free crossword puzzle!
78-Year-Old Fortnite Streaming Grandmother Now Holds a World Record
Cath Bowie, a 78-year-old grandmother, now holds a world record for Fortnite streaming.
Vote now for the Thibodaux Regional Health Systems Athlete of the Week (Sept. 21- 27)
The poll is back open voting for the Houma Today/ Daily Comet Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Thibodaux Regional Health Systems. Vote now!
Vote now for the Thibodaux Regional Health Systems Athlete of the Week (Sept. 21- 27)
The poll is back open voting for the Houma Today/ Daily Comet Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Thibodaux Regional Health Systems. Vote now!
What to know about the $810 million in spending canceled by President Trump
President Trump announced plans to cancel $810 million in Congressionally approved spending, a move that some in his own party are calling illegal.
Long-Time Columbus Blue Jackets Goaltender Lists House For Sale
Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins’ future has been in doubt for quite a while, and now there’s another piece to the complicated puzzle.Earlier this week, Brian Hedger of the Columbus Dispatch reported that the 32-year-old goaltender had listed his home in New Albany, Ohio for sale. The 6,026 square foot, 5 bedroom home was […] The post Long-Time Columbus Blue Jackets Goaltender Lists House For Sale appeared first on HEAVY.
The Boyz's New signs with Only New Entertainment
New debuted as a member of The Boyz, which now operates under 78 Records following a contract dispute with its previous agency.
Flu shots now available for the UK campus community
UK students, employees and community members can now schedule their seasonal flu shots at convenient campus locations.
What Sarah makes before Burundi wakes: the business of cassava leaves | D+C
Every morning before dawn, Sarah is already carrying into Bujumbura cassava leaves she can process and sell. Her small business shows how informal work provides women with not only income they can control themselves, but also greater independence.
Adexo Advertising Surpasses 500 Active Businesses and $20 Million in Managed Ad Spend
MINNEAPOLIS, MN / ACCESS Newswire / September 28, 2026 / , a Minneapolis-based AI advertising platform that builds and optimizes Facebook and Google Ads for local and service-based businesses, today announced that it now serves more than 500 active businesses and has managed more than $20 million in advertising spend since launching in 2022.The milestone reflects growing demand among small and mid-sized businesses for advertising measured by qualified leads and booked jobs rather than clicks.
Don’t take hazards home
Workers need to know that wearing the right PPE the right way will help protect them from hazards on the job.
Officials praise Jim Ukrop, local business legend, who died Friday at 89
Perhaps best known for helping grow his family’s Ukrop’s Supermarkets grocery store chain into a beloved Richmond institution, Ukrop also made his mark in philanthropy, banking, venture capital and as a civic booster.
Oscar Health (OSCR) Shares Moved, What Is Catching Investors' Attention?
Why Oscar Health’s latest product push matters now Fresh commentary around Oscar Health (OSCR) centers on management’s push for higher earnings per share through tighter medical loss ratios, new offerings such as the Lucy Healthcare Marketplace, and wider use of AI tools. At a share price of $29.60, Oscar Health has pulled back over the past week with a 7 day share price return of down 5.4% and a 30 day share price return of down 2.9%. However, the 90 day share price return of 3.8% and year...
TVXQ's Max Changmin and 2NE1's Minzy announce solo music releases
The TVXQ member will release the track “All of My Life,” while the 2NE1 singer is returning with “Calling,” both coming some five years after their last solo works.
The Sun And Moon Can Trigger Earthquakes, And Scientists May Finally Know How
A ground-shaking orbital dance.
Xsight Group Featured in Harvard Business Review on AI Agent Orchestration Across Silos
HONG KONG, Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Xsight Group (known as Xsight), a Hong Kong–headquartered cross-border technology group founded in 2004, has been featured as a research case in "How AI Agents Orchestrate Work Across Silos," a special report published in the September–October 2026 issue of Harvard Business Review. The article examines how a new generation of AI systems can connect functions and reduce the coordination friction that slows companies down, citing Xsight's practice of decomposing complex cross-departmental decisions into modular tasks and building a layered agentic AI orchestration system as a valuable model for cross-border organizational coordination.
“Avengers: Endgame Encore” bows at No. 1, Robert Pattinson’s “Primetime” catches $20 million at global box office
With the Marvel superhero film’s reissue, “Avengers: Endgame” has now surpassed $2.885 billion internationally.
Nirvana is awarded the 2026 Video Vanguard Award: What to know about the MTV VMAs
Nirvana was awarded the 2026 Video Vanguard Award at the starry 2026 MTV Video Music Awards. Madonna opened the show and was joined by her recent collaborators Sabrina Carpenter and
A Dolly Parton tribute, Madonna performs, LISA wins: What to know about the 2026 MTV VMAs
Madonna opened the starry 2026 MTV Video Music Awards and was joined by her recent collaborators Sabrina Carpenter and Charli xcx. LISA won the first award for best pop. Kacey
Madonna opens starry 2026 MTV VMAs, LISA wins first award: What to know about the show
Madonna opened the starry 2026 MTV Video Music Awards. She was joined by her recent collaborators Sabrina Carpenter and Charli xcx. LISA won the first award for best pop. Later
Madonna opens starry 2026 MTV VMAs, LISA wins first award: What to know about the show
Madonna opened the starry 2026 MTV Video Music Awards. She was joined by her recent collaborators Sabrina Carpenter and Charli xcx. LISA won the first award for best pop. Later
12-year-old entrepreneur starts seed business
MARQUETTE — Ondine Bonk, a 12-year-old resident of Marquette, has started a business selling native clover seeds. Her business, Clover Lover, was started both as a way of making some money and as a way of helping the environment. “Clover has a ton of benefits for the earth, and people already know what it is,” […]
WHO recognizes healthy, innovative cities across the Western Pacific Region
Nine Healthy City champions from across the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region received special recognition at an awarding ceremony during the 11th Global Conference of the Alliance for Healthy Cities in Sydney, Australia.The WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific has presented the Healthy Cities Recognition Awards every two years since 2004 to celebrate innovative and impactful city-led initiatives that improve the health and well-being of urban populations.Eight cities received awards for their best practices, and one National Forum received the WHO Regional Director’s Special Award in recognition of its long-standing leadership in advancing the Healthy Cities movement.Awardees were selected through a rigorous evaluation process and recognized for demonstrating measurable, innovative and sustainable approaches to health challenges faced by cities.Remarking on the significance of the awards, Dr Huong Tran, Director of the Division of Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Control at the Regional Office, said that, “There is no single blueprint for a healthy city. What works in one context may need to be adapted to another. But by sharing our experiences, including what worked, what was challenging, and what we learnt along the way, we can help one another move faster and further.”Award-winning cities and initiativesThis year's awards recognize outstanding city-led initiatives that have demonstrated measurable impact, innovation and sustainability in advancing health initiatives for urban populations.Baguio City (Philippines) – Data for equity: informing action, improving healthDr Donnabel Tubera-Panes, City Epidemiologist – Medical Officer IV of the Health Services Office accepted the award on behalf of Baguio City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisBaguio City was recognized for developing a pioneering Livability Index that provides village-level data across all 128 barangays (villages), enabling evidence-based planning and more equitable allocation of resources. By integrating community participation and institutionalizing the index within city planning and budgeting processes, the city has demonstrated how data can drive action to reduce health and social inequities.Eunpyeong-gu (Seoul, Republic of Korea) – Communities living in vulnerable situations: advancing health equity through community engagementVice Mayor Honourable Ahn Hyoung Jun accepted the award on behalf of Eunpyeong-gu. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisEunpyeong-gu was recognized for its inclusive health equity programme supporting vulnerable populations, including isolated older adults and LGBTQI+ communities. Through peer-led community networks, social cooperatives and inclusive service design, the district has strengthened access to care, promoted social inclusion and advanced community ownership of health initiatives.Madiun City (Indonesia) – Adapting and mitigating climate-related crises: building heat resilience and preventing flood-related health risksMs Yuni Dwi Purwani, Secretary General of the National Forum for Indonesian Healthy Cities/Regencies, accepted the award on behalf of Madiun City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisMadiun City was recognized for its SUPERMIE (Sustainable Public Environmental Management Initiative) – a community-based environmental governance model that addresses urban flooding, climate resilience and environmental sustainability. The initiative contributed to reductions in flood-prone areas, greenhouse gas emissions, diarrhoeal disease and dengue fever, while at the same time improving food security through neighbourhood food gardens. The programme has already been replicated in 15 cities and regencies across Indonesia.Macao Special Administrative Region (China) – Protecting communities from tobacco and alcohol-related harms: tackling commercial drivers of riskDr LO Iek Long, Director of the Health Bureau, Macao SAR, China accepted the award on behalf of Macao. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisMacao SAR was recognized for implementing a comprehensive and integrated approach to tobacco and alcohol control. Through legislation, monitoring systems, enforcement, public awareness campaigns and multisectoral partnerships, the programme has strengthened protection against major risk factors for noncommunicable diseases and established a model that is highly transferable to other urban settings.Phnom Penh Capital City (Cambodia) – Safe, active and health-enabling transport: advancing health and reducing inequities in urban mobilityH.E. Khoung Sreng, Governor of Phnom Penh Capital City accepted the award on behalf of Phnom Penh Capital City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisPhnom Penh received the award for its Safe School Zone Project, which combines infrastructure improvements, speed management, enforcement, education and stakeholder engagement to protect children and communities. The initiative has demonstrated measurable reductions in crashes and vehicle speeds while providing a scalable model for safer urban mobility across the country.Quezon City (Philippines) – Transforming food environments: addressing policy, market and urban design drivers of health and nutritionMs Jirah Asa M. Sideco, Chief of the Nutrition Section of the Quezon City Health Department accepted the award on behalf of Quezon City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisQuezon City was recognized for its public food procurement policy that promotes healthier diets through government-run institutions and feeding programmes. Supported by strong policy frameworks and monitoring systems, the initiative improves access to nutritious food for vulnerable populations while serving as a benchmark for other local governments.Samarinda City (Indonesia) – Preventing violence and promoting gender equality: transforming urban systems, norms and spaces Mrs Rinda Wahyuni, Chairperson of Samarinda Healthy City Forum accepted the award on behalf of Samarinda City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisSamarinda City was recognized for its multisectoral approach to preventing violence and advancing gender equality. Responding to local evidence on violence against women and children, the city has positioned violence prevention as a public health priority, bringing together health services, schools, social welfare institutions, law enforcement, civil society and community leaders to strengthen prevention, reporting, survivor-centred support and legal protection. Through inclusive policies, community engagement and sustainable city financing, Samarinda has developed a locally owned and scalable model for creating safer, more equitable and inclusive urban communities.Singapore – Age-friendly cities: transforming systems to bridge generations for a healthier tomorrowDr Tan Weng Mooi, Director, Integrated Health Promotion, accepted the award on behalf of Singapore. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisSingapore received recognition for its Healthy Precinct Framework, which translates national healthy ageing priorities into neighbourhood-level action. The initiative integrates preventive care, social support, service coordination and age-friendly environments while actively engaging older persons, caregivers and community organizations. Its expansion across multiple precincts demonstrates its scalability and long-term sustainability.WHO Regional Director’s Special AwardNational Forum for Indonesian Healthy Cities/Regencies (Indonesia)Ms Yuni Dwi Purwani, Secretary General of the National Forum for Indonesian Healthy Cities/Regencies, accepted the award on behalf of the National Forum. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisThe WHO Regional Director's Special Award was presented to the National Forum for Indonesian Healthy Cities/Regencies (FKKSI) in recognition of its long-standing leadership in advancing the Healthy Cities movement across Indonesia. As a national platform bringing together local governments, communities, academia and civil society, FKKSI has played a critical role in promoting collaboration, capacity-building, knowledge exchange and advocacy. Its efforts have strengthened and institutionalized healthy urban development nationwide and established a model for multisectoral engagement in the Region. Healthy Cities for allThe 2026 Healthy Cities Recognition Awards highlight how cities can lead transformative action on health by addressing climate change, inequity, ageing, nutrition, mobility, social inclusion, violence prevention and the commercial determinants of health. The recognized initiatives demonstrate that local governments, communities and partners can work together to create healthier, safer and more resilient urban environments for everyone. As urban populations continue to grow across the Western Pacific Region, WHO remains committed to supporting cities in advancing health, equity and sustainable development through the Healthy Cities approach and the Alliance for Healthy Cities. ###Note to editorsSince 2004, the WHO Healthy Cities Recognition Awards have provided a platform for cities to share innovative and effective approaches to improving health and well-being. The awards recognize achievements in areas including climate resilience, healthy ageing, health equity, gender equality, tobacco and alcohol control, urban mobility, nutrition and data-driven governance. In 2026, more than 150 submissions were received from cities and local governments across the Western Pacific Region. The titles and affiliations of awardees are presented as they were at the time the photo was taken.______________For more information, or to arrange media interviews, contact: WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific: wprocom@who.int
Art that serves others: How a Harnett County muralist is making a lasting mark in her community
Van Goat Studios, which has been operating since 2019, has allowed Johnson to express herself and reflect the spirit of local communities through murals. Photo provided by Elyse Johnson.Elyse Johnson of Van Goat Studios in Dunn wants to spread her artistry and make a lasting mark in her community. Van Goat, which has been operating since 2019, has allowed Johnson to express herself through murals and decorating electrical boxes in the urban landscapes of North Carolina. On top of traditional mural painting, Johnson offers what she calls “portable murals,” an option tailor-made for structure owners who do not want to commit to a design for their wall.“A contractor builds a framed piece of wood, and then they can frame the ‘mural’ onto the wood, whether it’s into their building, whether it’s interior or exterior,” Johnson said. The beginnings of Johnson’s journey into establishing Van Goat Studios reflect the teachings she wants artists to take away today: everything is a learning opportunity. When she started Van Goat, she shared it was a joint venture with a business partner. “I mainly did that because I didn’t feel like I was ready to go and do this on my own,” Johnson said. Her business partner eventually dropped out of the project, deciding she wanted to pursue other forms of art. That is when Johnson was thrust into growing her business on her own during and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. “I had built up my confidence enough to go out and reach new heights,” she said. “And I was probably one of the few that benefited from COVID.”The moment presented a silver lining for Johnson. One of her first projects was a Farmers Day mural for the town of Coats. “When COVID-19 hit, Coats was not able to hold their annual festival, so they had a little bit of savings. They decided they wanted to do something for their community without getting anyone sick,” Johnson said.From there, word of mouth spread. Now, Johnson has an organic way of approaching projects. “Like a lot of muralists, if I feel inspired by a building, I will just go up and talk to that building owner and tell them a mural is something they should consider,” Johnson said. But above all, Johnson says she wants art to be accessible to everyone. Johnson said she is trying to stick to projects that benefit “the little guys.” “I’m not trying to go for a project in downtown Raleigh to get the eight-foot-tall building,” Johnson said. “I’m not trying to go to those major cities and get those huge buildings for two reasons: one, I don’t want to go that high; two, my passion really lies with the small guys.” But due to financial constraints and the material reality of art commerce, that requires open communication, she added. “I don’t want to just snowball you with this huge price, and then you just shut me down because it wasn’t what you were thinking,” Johnson said. “At the same time, I am an advocate for the arts, so I’m not going to give you a $10,000 mural when you’re only going to pay $5,000.” There is a healthy balance in explaining the artistic process and working with clients and the surrounding community, Johnson said.“Your municipality invested this, and this is why they invested this, and this is how it’s going to help and improve your community,” she noted. “Same thing when I’m talking to a small business. You asked for me to come at you with this that is outside your budget. How do we make this still your same exact goal, but within your budget lines?” Johnson also provides lessons to aspiring artists. She does so with a mission: how do you master the balance between being a great artist and a competent business owner? “We still do art lessons, but I’m also going to give you business scenarios,” she noted.One of the scenarios she has come up with for her students is a T-shirt competition. “The kids have to think about ‘okay, I can’t just draw whatever I want on a T-shirt. I need to think about what colors Miss Elyse likes. What does Miss Elyse’s logo look like? What would Miss Elyse like?’” Johnson said. “So the design needs to be around that kind of concept.” As Johnson looks toward the future of Van Goat Studios, she is thinking of time, longevity and succession. Johnson is a new mom, which she said has shaped how she sees the future of the studio.“I still want my name and my business out there continuing, so that when my daughter is of age and she can be more independent, then I can be out there doing more and more,” Johnson said. “I would love to get a student to pass this on to, or an intern. I would love for this business to be passed on to the next generation and let them go.”
Deserves more chances? Moisés is now last in Santos attack
Moisés arrived at Santos backed by Vojvoda and by the €2 million fee (R$12.3 million at the February exchange rate).And today he is struggling for space after a first half of the year in which he w...
Clinic owner stole millions from military health program to buy luxuries like gold-plated Cybertruck, DOJ says
A Texas man is accused of stealing millions of taxpayer dollars from a military health care program.
Our bodies react to microplastics in a way scientists never expected - Futura-Sciences
When Microplastics Go Straight to the Lungs Microplastics: the word alone might send your mind racing through images of floating trash islands or bottles bobbing in rivers. It’s now a scientific fact that microplastics are omnipresent in our environment. But while their presence is undeniable, much remains to be understood—especially...
Calypso icon Slinger Francisco, dubbed 'The Mighty Sparrow,' dies at 91, his family says
Calypso music has lost one of its most emblematic voices with the death of Slinger Francisco, who was known on stage as the Mighty Sparrow and dubbed the “Calypso King of the World.” | Newsradio 1140 WRVA
Calypso icon Slinger Francisco, dubbed 'The Mighty Sparrow,' dies at 91, his family says
Calypso music has lost one of its most emblematic voices with the death of Slinger Francisco, who was known on stage as the Mighty Sparrow and dubbed the “Calypso King of the World.” | Talk Radio 1210 WPHT
How to turn your old MacBook into a home NAS server
Just because you upgraded your MacBook does not mean that the old one is now useless. Give it new life by turning it into a home NAS server.
New-Look MLB Playoff Field Is Now Set
A wild and wet Sunday completed the 2026 regular season.
Johua Kimmich admits Germany ‘way off’ the top
Germany needs to find itself again. But it has not done so in over a decade now.
Fantasy football players are furious over Trevor Lawrence’s selfless act
Any fantasy owners with Lawrence will know who to blame in Week 3 if they suffer defeat.
Braves learn Wild Card series opponent
The Atlanta Braves now know who they will face in the Wild Card series.
AEW's Brian Cage Defends PED Use
AEW star Brian Cage has acknowledged using performance-enhancing drugs, but maintains that it's quite possible to use them safely.
Nightly drone shows, four days of live entertainment to be showcased at 99th Maui County Fair
The 99th Maui County Fair will bring four days of live entertainment to the main stage, featuring a mix of Hawaiian music, hula, local favorites and island contemporary performers. The much-anticipated fair is set for Oct. 1–4 at the County’s War Memorial Complex. This year, every night of the fair at 8:30 p.m., fairgoers can […]
Nations League, the 3 standout men of the night
The heroes of the night.A star, an “unknown,” and CR7’s replacement: discover the three standout men from this new Nations League night.🥉 Konstantínos Karétsas - GreeceHe may not have been ...
Manchin says ‘if character means anything, you can’t vote for Ken Paxton’
“I don’t know that young man and things he’s said I’m discouraged about, but I can tell you, if character means anything, you can’t vote for Ken Paxton, if character means a…
Couple opens second health-focused franchise in Virginia Beach
Orangetheory fitness franchisees are now bringing Pure Green to the Marketplace at Hilltop.
Couple opens second health-focused franchise in Virginia Beach
Orangetheory fitness franchisees are now bringing Pure Green to the Marketplace at Hilltop.
Winners and losers as Chargers lose despite five Bills turnovers
Josh Allen and the Bills overcame a blistering start from the Chargers defense and five turnovers to win at home. What now for the 0-3 Chargers?
A Trump 2024 Campaign Ad Returns, Now Brought to You by The Government
The ad, which ethics experts said could violate federal law, shows Mr. Trump vowing to “expel warmongers” from the government and fight the “deep state,” even as he wages a war with Iran.
Experimental Emulator Brings Nintendo Switch Games to Jailbroken PS5 Consoles
An unofficial port of the Eden Nintendo Switch emulator is now running natively on jailbroken PlayStation 5 consoles. Developer BlackBearReloaded released ProsperoEden, which adapts Eden, itself a fork of the now-defunct Yuzu project, to run directly on Sony's hardware as homebrew rather than...
Top Workplaces 2026: Skills vs. behavior: Find balance in hiring
Skills alone don’t guarantee success. Candidates might have plenty of technical know-how, but if they can’t collaborate, adapt or communicate effectively, they may not be the right fit.