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Lone Star Politics: March 29, 2026
Lone Star Politics is reporting from the Conservative Political Action Conference in Grapevine. NBC 5’s Phil Prazan and Gromer Jeffers with the Dallas Morning News discuss how President Trump has changed CPAC and new school vouchers excluding Islamic Schools. Plus, interviews with the candidates running for Texas Attorney General.
Rep. Eric Swalwell sends cease-and-desist letter to FBI director
The Democratic lawmaker’s move comes after report in The Post that Kash Patel was preparing to release investigative files related to the congressman.
‘August has what it takes’: Lois Frankel, Emily Gregory back August Mangeney for HD 93
‘I know what it takes to flip a seat from Republican to Democrat, and August has what it takes.’
Trump's disconnect in DHS stalemate fuels Republican infighting: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the Iran war stretches into its second month.
Gov. DeSantis signs legislation naming Palm Beach airport after Donald Trump
Democrats denounced the name change, but Republicans held the line.
Coatue Projected $1.995 Trillion Valuation for Anthropic in 2030
In a presentation to prospective investors in January, Coatue offered a rare look at how it justifies Anthropic’s heady valuations. An anonymous source sent me the slides, which give a unique look at how a top investment firm values Anthropic’s business. This is a moment in time when some of America’s most valuable, growing technology companies remain private. In the January presentation, Coatue estimated that Anthropic would lose $14 billion in EBITDA on $18 billion in revenue in 2026, ending the year with $30 billion in annualized run-rate revenue. Most recently, it’s been reported that Anthropic is at $19 billion in ARR, which could suggest Anthropic is already running ahead of Coatue’s expectations. By 2031, Coatue projected that Anthropic would be generating $48 billion in EBITDA profits on $200 billion in revenue, with $224 billion of ARR. That would give Anthropic a 41x forward EBITDA multiple at a projected $1.995 trillion valuation in 2030. Coatue told the investors it was pitching that Anthropic could be worth $2.413 trillion in 2031. In February, Coatue co-led a $30 billion Series G investment in Anthropic that valued it at $380 billion. Coatue declined to comment on this story. I first shared this slide and talked about the presentation on my new podcast, the Cerebral Valley Show, which I host with my CVAI co-hosts Max Child and James Wilsterman. I’ve got a few other slides from the Coatue presentation for Newcomer subscribers.
Brandi Gabbard looks for fundraising surge to close Q1
Next month's finance reports will be telling as the cycle starts to heat up.
Report Milan frustrated by Corinthians and abandon Andre pursuit
In a sudden turnaround, Italian reports suggest Milan have abandoned negotiations with Corinthians for midfielder André after a new offer was rejected.The situation has been confusing even for the Ro...
Apple Intelligence Accidentally Goes Live in China Before Regulatory Approval
Apple accidentally started rolling out Apple Intelligence features in China before receiving regulatory approval, reports Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Some Chinese users began seeing Apple Intelligence features listed as available and active in the Settings app on their iPhones, but Apple made no formal announcement. Gurman says that Apple is not planning to launch the feature imminently, and that its availability was a mistake. Apple has since removed the Apple Intelligence features.
Quilty Launches as the Entertainment's Intelligence Platform
Today, Quilty launches as the first unified intelligence platform for the entertainment industry, a new tool set that consolidates creative analysis, writer development, packaging, market forecasting, production planning, industry introductions and legal intelligence. Founded by Simon Horsman, a technology and entertainment lawyer and film, television, and theatre producer, alongside technology entrepreneur and film producer, Daniel Wood, Quilty was created to address the global entertainment in
Head of Colorado’s Medicaid program resigns as state Senate was preparing to take “no confidence” vote
Kim Bimestefer’s resignation comes as the state Medicaid program has dealt with billing mistakes and scrutiny over past spending
Which Bucs player is considered he most overpaid?
Who did Bleacher Report designate as the Bucs most overpaid player?
Economic Check-In: Greendale business owner's dreams have gotten smaller this year
Ryan Faurie is the owner of Handmade MKE, based in Greendale, Wisconsin. She shares how the economy is impacting her right now and how she’s preparing for the future.
Here’s who is getting paid at DHS and who isn’t
Thousands of DHS staffers — including FEMA workers, civilians in the US Coast Guard and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency employees — are still reporting for work without being compensated.
White House Open to Kicking 300,000 People Off Health Care to Fund War
Karoline Leavitt refused to rule out slashing health care funding to keep Donald Trump’s Iran war going.
Under fire from legislators and critics, Colorado’s top Medicaid official resigns
Kim Bimestefer resigned Monday as Colorado’s top Medicaid official, stepping down just as a bipartisan bloc of state senators prepared to formally urge Gov. Jared Polis to remove her over what they called years of mismanagement, waste and costly errors inside the state’s largest agency. In her resignation statement released by the governor’s office, Bimestefer […]
Roundup: LNG milestone / Final investment decision / TSA funding
Production begins: A major LNG project on the Texas-Louisiana border has begun production, marking a key milestone for U.S. energy exports as global supplies tighten. The QatarEnergy–ExxonMobil joint venture is preparing to ship its first cargo in the coming months, positioning the facility as a critical new supply source amid geopolitical disruptions impacting global gas […]
TROY Small Business Development Center director shares 'platform for doing business with the United States' at Inc. Festival
Troy University’s commitment to advancing entrepreneurship and economic opportunity across borders was recently represented on an international stage as Juliana Bolivar, Center Director of the Alabama Small Business Development Center Network at Troy University, participated as a speaker at INC Monterrey, one of Latin America’s leading gatherings focused on innovation, business development and economic growth.
PENN Entertainment to Report First Quarter Results and Host Conference Call and Webcast on April 23
PENN Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: PENN) announced today that it will release its 2026 first quarter financial results at 7:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, April 23, ...
Apple Intelligence rolling out now in China, per user reports
Apple Intelligence launched in 2024, but now after a nearly 18-month wait, Apple’s first AI features appear to be rolling out in China too.
How to improve the chances of a healthy pregnancy as more women are having babies later in life
More and more women are having babies later in life. A federal report showed that 21% of all births in the U.S. were to women 35 and older in 2023, up from 8.8% in 1990.
Are insurance premiums tax-deductible? How to write off business insurance
ERGO NEXT reports that business insurance premiums can be tax-deductible, depending on their classification by the IRS.
Steelers 2026 NFL Draft scouting report: WR Chris Brazzell II
As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for the 2026 NFL Draft, here is a scouting report for wide receiver Chris Brazzell of Tennessee.
Naked man breaks into Bend business, faces multiple charges
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- A 43-year-old man was arrested Saturday night after police say he broke into a business and smeared feces in two areas of the building. Jajay Allen Findley was identified as the suspect and was taken into custody. Officers responded to the location after a caller reported a naked man had forced
Leadership Training Academy 2026 Recap
PRH’s 2026 Leadership Training Academy brought together physician advocates to advance reproductive justice through policy, care, and community.
More Countries Refer To Refugees In Health Policies, But Access And Data Gaps Persist
More than 60 countries now include refugees and migrants in their national health policies, according to a new World Health Organization (WHO) report.
iOS 27 could add one of Apple’s most popular iPhone apps yet
iOS 27 will reportedly add a brand new Siri app that I think could quickly become one of Apple’s most popular iPhone apps.
Republicans Flirt With Health Care Cuts to Fund Iran War
Republicans are considering health care cuts to pay for the Trump administration's $200 billion funding request for the Iran war.
NFL authorized to hire replacement referees as threat of NFLRA lockout intensifies, per report
Replacement referees are on the way for the first time since 2012
A Democratic Electrician Nabs a State Senate Seat in Republican Florida
With Brian Nathan’s victory certified, Democrats won two of three state legislative races in this month’s special elections, all in Republican-leaning districts.
A Democratic Electrician Nabs a State Senate Seat in Republican Florida
With Brian Nathan’s victory certified, Democrats won two of three state legislative races in this month’s special elections, all in Republican-leaning districts.
Usha Vance on stepping into Republican political world
Second lady Usha Vance shares what stepping into the Republican political world has been like with NBC News' Kate Snow after previously being a registered Democrat.
iPhone 18 Pro's Smaller Dynamic Island Revealed
New images of an alleged iPhone 18 Pro prototype and screen protectors have emerged from multiple sources, adding weight to earlier reports that Apple plans to significantly shrink the Dynamic Island later this year. An X user called @earlyappleleaks recently shared an image purportedly showing a prototype iPhone 18 Pro with a noticeably smaller Dynamic Island.
Could a Democrat really win Marjorie Taylor Greene's conservative district? This retired Army general is trying
Harris is facing Republican candidate Clay Fuller, a district attorney.
Report: Series Entertainment subsidiary Pixelberry lays off staff
Series Entertainment-owned mobile dev Pixelberry Studios, known for Choices, has reportedly laid off staff for the second time in two years.
Internet erupts over 'disqualifying' leaked audio from Democrat in key Senate race discussing Khamenei's death
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed faces backlash after leaked audio reportedly shows him avoiding comment on Khamenei's death over Dearborn voters.
Mark Sanford launches his comeback bid to Congress
The former GOP representative wants to retake his House seat in South Carolina’s Charleston area after losing to a Trump-backed challenger in 2018.
Phantom science
There’s a new specter haunting environmental governance, and it doesn’t rattle ghostly chains, it’s its generating phantom science. Recently, I was reading a government report trying to find scient…
Mantis Biotech is making 'digital twins' of humans to help solve medicine's data availability problem
Mantis takes disparate sources of data to make synthetic datasets that can be used to build so-called "digital twins" of the human body, representing anatomy, physiology and behavior.
'We are getting very, very close': NASA makes final Artemis II preparations as expectation grows for Wednesday launch
NASA's Artemis II crew is ready to fly around the moon, with promising weather forecasts for a Wednesday launch.
Republicans Plot Gutting Health Care to Pay for Trump’s Iran War
Republicans continue to find new ways to make you pay more for the sake of Donald Trump’s vanity projects.
Tapping, twirling and "T" signs: Sports replays have a language all their own
Every moment of pretty much any major sporting event can be dissected in high-definition these days, and officials and umpires are spending more and more time staring at a TV screen to review close calls.
Tapping, twirling and “T” signs: Sports replays have a language all their own
Every moment of pretty much any major sporting event can be dissected in high-definition these days, and officials and umpires are spending more and more time staring at a TV screen to review close…
Tapping, twirling and "T" signs: Sports replays have a language all their own
Every moment of pretty much any major sporting event can be dissected in high-definition these days, and officials and umpires are spending more and more time staring at a TV screen to review close calls. It's also led to a type of sign language unique to the sports world. There's the twirling motion with a finger that's ubiquitous during NBA games when anyone believes their team has been wronged.
No Tax on Tips: A Financial Boost for America’s Workers and Support for Small Businesses - Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council
This “Working Families Tax Cuts Act” provision helps workers and gig-economy entrepreneurs keep more of what they earn while supporting Main Street businesses. By Karen Kerrigan – The “Working Families Tax Cuts Act” (One Big Beautiful Bill) is making a positive difference for small business owners and their employees. Signed into law by President Trump […]
watchOS 27 to reportedly offer two main Apple Watch upgrades
watchOS 27 is the next major Apple Watch software update, and ahead of its unveiling at WWDC, Mark Gurman reveals what to expect.
Governor’s race accusations roil an already tense legislative session
Two House Republicans backing billionaire Rick Jackson are now openly accusing Lt. Gov. Burt Jones of bottling up their bills in retaliation for endorsing his rival.
Column: The time has come to discard California's top-two open primary
We should consider returning to a primary system that produces party nominees — one Democrat and one Republican — to give voters a more varied selection in November.
This week on The V: Faith, politics and unfinished business
Panel examines faith in campaigns, Tuberville lawsuit, IVF debate and legislative priorities as Alabama's legislative session nears its end.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Arkansas' primary runoff elections
Two Arkansas Republicans with competing visions on how best to implement President Donald Trump’s agenda to overhaul elections and voting will vie for their party’s nomination for the state’s top elections job on Tuesday
Sport NI CEO leaves role after two-year absence
Antoinette McKeown has left the post of Sport NI chief executive after a two-year absence from the role. Chair Gavin Boyd confirmed to employees in a message seen by BBC Sport NI that Ms McKeown had left the post on 24 November 2025 to "take up new opportunities" and the recruitment process to replace her was "progressing". Sport NI, the leading public body for the development of sport in Northern Ireland, has come in for criticism in recent years.
Better Business Bureau warns of spring and summer scams targeting homeowners
The BBB's scam tracker shows some New Yorkers have lost nearly $12,000.
Schreyer Scholar explores entrepreneurship through computer science
Schreyer Scholar Aryan Sabnekar first learned coding from an online course during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, he has continued to explore all of his interests in coding and entrepreneurship both inside and outside the classroom at Penn State, most recently placing at HackPSU.
Small businesses cautious on hiring amid economic uncertainty
While overall job numbers have stayed pretty flat in the past year, private payroll processor ADP reported a substantial uptick in job creation by small businesses in February.
Fulghum prepares for her next role after UNM — and passing the ADVANCE torch
Julia Fulghum has held a variety of positions at The University of New Mexico during her over 20-year tenure here. A professor in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, she has been a faculty member in two separate colleges. She served as an...
Princeton’s Science Outreach enters a new phase under the Program in Teacher Preparation
Princeton’s Science Outreach initiative recently began a new chapter after transitioning to the Program in Teacher Preparation (Teacher Prep), part of the Office of the Dean of the College. The move represents a strategic collaboration designed to enhance STEM education for K-12 students, support educators and strengthen the impact of both programs
PAVmed Provides Business Update and Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results
/PRNewswire/ -- PAVmed Inc. (NASDAQ: PAVM) ("PAVmed" or the "Company"), a diversified commercial-stage medical technology company, operating in the medical...
5 Founders Who Built Businesses From Their Hardest Moments
These 5 founders started with a repossession, a rejection, or a diagnosis. What they built next is worth knowing about.
Apple Reportedly Planning to Launch iMac With OLED Display
Apple is preparing to launch an iMac featuring an OLED panel with higher brightness, according to ZDNet Korea. Apple has apparently requested that Samsung Display, LG Display, and other suppliers produce 24-inch OLED panel samples suitable for a future iMac model using their mass-production facilities. This would be the biggest ever OLED display offered on an Apple device.
2026 Flathead Valley Spring Sports Preview
As the madness of March comes to a close, Flathead Valley athletes are dusting off their cleats and spikes and preparing for the final months of high school competition. The 2026 spring sports season will feature four area teams looking to defend state titles, while several other valley teams hope to rise above the pack […]
Ruby Ridge Book Explores Roots of American Conspiracy Politics at Vroman’s Tonight
Author Chris Jennings will discuss his critically acclaimed book “End of Days: Ruby Ridge, the Apocalypse, and the Unmaking of America” at Vroman’s Bookstore on Monday, March 30, in a 7 p.m. conversation with journalist and author Jim Newton, a Pasadena resident. The book, published in February by Little, Brown and Company, examines the 1992 Ruby Ridge standoff — in which federal agents surveilled a cabin in Boundary County, Idaho, as part of an operation to arrest white separatist Randy Weaver — and traces a line from that 11-day siege to the conspiratorial politics that now mark American public life. By the time Weaver surrendered, his wife, his son, and a U.S. Marshal were dead. Jennings, a former editorial staffer at The New Yorker and the author of “Paradise Now: The Story of American Utopianism,” argues that the strain of apocalyptic Christianity that gripped the Weaver family can be traced to biblical prophecy readings dating to the 1870s and through the rise of 20th-century fundamentalism, according to the publisher’s description. The events at Ruby Ridge, Jennings contends, acted as an accelerant for this worldview. The New York Times Book Review called the book a thoroughly researched chronicle written with precision, according to a review published in February. Kirkus Reviews described it as a vivid reconstruction of a pivotal moment in the history of right-wing extremism. Newton, who will lead the conversation, spent 25 years at the Los Angeles Times as a reporter, editor, bureau chief, and columnist, including a stint as editor of the editorial pages from 2007 through 2010. He is the author of four books, including biographies of Chief Justice Earl Warren and Gov. Jerry Brown. Newton teaches at UCLA, where he founded Blueprint magazine, and is a columnist for CalMatters. He received the American Political Science Association’s
New Zelda Limited Edition Switch 2 Console Rumored to Launch with Ocarina of Time Remake
According to a rumor, Nintendo might be preparing a new Zelda limited edition Switch 2 console to launch alongside the Ocarina of Time remake
New ad blitz targets tariffs on small businesses
A small business organization is using posters to highlight tariff challenges for entrepreneurs.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: Mental Health in College and East Lansing
Reporter Dustin DuFort Petty speaks with Michigan State University student Andelina Storm Grossi who recently published her first book, Sanity in the Storm: Faith, Healing, and Hope for the Anxious Soul.
How big a miss could Araujo be for Celtic?
With reports suggesting Julian Araujo has been ruled out for up to eight weeks with a thigh injury, Celtic fans are fearing their season could unravel. Martin O'Neill's side currently sit third in the Scottish Premiership after a defeat at Dundee United, with Rangers two points ahead and leaders Hearts five points clear. News of the severity of the injury to Araujo, who has not played since the recent Scottish Cup win at Ibrox, has served as another blow during the international break.
Mark Sanford files to run for his old congressional seat by sounding alarm on national debt
Former U.S. Rep. Mark Sanford has filed to run for his old seat in South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District, returning to politics to press his long-standing focus on the national debt and deficit.
Send us a question about Wisconsin’s men’s, women’s basketball teams
Wisconsin basketball beat reporter John Steppe will answer your questions about the teams in our UW mailbag this week. Ask a question here.
House GOP seeks to cut voucher expansion by 5K: week in politics
Republicans seek to scale back the number of new EFS vouchers TN can fund this year. But they also want to expand ESA vouchers to 18 new counties.
How local GOP officials are embracing Trump’s tactics to hunt for voter fraud
Local Republican officials across the country are taking aggressive steps to probe prior elections — from seizing ballots to making sweeping claims of non-citizens on the voter rolls — that mimic actions from the Trump administration’s hunt for 2020 voter fraud.
The health care fight in the Tar Heel State
Both Republicans and Democrats look to capitalize on President Donald Trump’s and the Congressional GOP’s changes to health policy.
“Don’t take me to the hospital”: Undocumented immigrants in Texas are delaying medical care
Since Gov. Greg Abbott ordered Texas hospitals to start asking patients for their citizenship status in November 2024, reported visits by undocumented immigrants have dropped.
How the New CEO of Tony Roma’s is Using Brain Science to Sell Ribs
Mina Haque went from attorney to entrepreneur to CEO of Tony Roma's.
How Michigan leaders should rethink strategy amid uncertainty
Experts say leaders must shift from prediction to preparation, embedding foresight and crisis readiness to navigate constant uncertainty effectively.
Philanthropy in science has little oversight. Jeffrey Epstein exploited that
A large share of science funding comes through philanthropy, with little legal or public scrutiny. This lack of oversight allowed Jeffrey Epstein to cultivate scientists and launder his reputation.
How a new report determined Knox County needs a shocking $5B in updates
It's pretty obvious some Knox County roads and buildings need TLC. You might be shocked how much it will cost.
Rep. Carringer blocks testimony on maternal health bill
A Planned Parenthood organizer writes: I was blocked from testifying on how pregnant women in Tennessee are being denied care.
The Trump-voting pastor Democrats think could cost them a chance at a Nebraska Senate seat
In Nebraska’s Senate race, a Trump-supporting, anti-abortion pastor is running as a Democrat. The state’s Democratic Party — which is backing an independent candidate — says he’s a Republican plant. And another Democratic primary candidate says she’s running just to stop him.
Improved Assessment of Health Care Worker Attitudes about Prenatal Alcohol Exposure and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders May Improve Prevention and Treatment
The authors of a recent study have recommended improvements to commonly used assessments of health care and social service providers’ attitudes about prenatal alcohol exposure and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. The recommendations follow a thorough evaluation of assessments that had not previously been psychometrically validated and represent a first step toward establishing reliable and valid measures to assess attitudes toward these conditions. More accurately understanding providers’ a
10 Danbury eateries cited for serious health violations in Feb. 2026
Of the 24 Health Department inspections in February, six food-serving establishments and four public schools received serious violations, according to reports.
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.
From strength training to crepes, check out these new NJ businesses
Mr. Waffles is open in Hackensack. Discover Strength is in Parsippany. Columbia Bank has a new branch in Rutherford.
“Self-Determination is the Pathway to Liberation”
The 66-page report, “‘Self-Determination is the Pathway to Liberation’: Alternative Mental Health Crisis Response in the United States,” identifies key elements of rights-respecting responses to mental health crises and explores how alternative mental health crisis response programs have carried out these approaches in practice. Many of these models share core elements, including promoting individual autonomy, providing voluntary support rather than mandating compliance, and avoiding unnecessary law enforcement involvement.
'Rangers far down line on signing Dundee's Graham'
Rangers are reportedly close to securing Dundee's Luke Graham for next season, while injury places doubts over the future of Celtic's Julian Araujo and Dundee United's Kristijan Trapanovski.
All-Pro defender named Dallas Cowboys' most overpaid player
It looked like sky was the limit for Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland following the 2023 NFL season. In just his second season in the NFL, Bland led the league in interceptions and was named a Pro Bowler and First-team All-Pro. As a result, he was recently named Dallas’ most overpaid player by Brad Gagnon of Blecher Report.
Alaska politics + Winston College of Law + Blotter ++
In Alaska, when politicians talk about the NPR, it’s not National Public Radio. It’s the National Petroleum Reserve. And on March 18, 2026, Alaska’s Republican senators, Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, issued a press release taking credit for the “most successful oil and gas lease sale ever held in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPR-A).” It […]
Cleveland Browns ownership taps former Cuyahoga County executive candidate Lee Weingart to lobby Congress
A Republican former county commissioner, Weingart is the founder and chair of government relations shop LNE Group.
Michigan GOP sobers up with 'tough' election challenge ahead
The Michigan Republican Party's nomination of experienced candidates in winning electoral battlegrounds "shows maturity," one GOP consultant said.
Will a Fragmented Electorate Undermine Black Political Strength?
Crowded primaries could signal a weakening of African American political power, but a more open and competitive political environment could also be a sign of democratic health.
Epic Games layoffs: developer with terminal brain cancer loses life insurance
Epic Games’ latest round of layoffs, which cut roughly 1,000 roles, has drawn renewed scrutiny after reports that a longtime programmer with terminal brain cancer lost his employer-sponsored life insurance immediately upon termination. While the company offered severance and six months of continued health coverage, the employee’s family says a pre-existing condition prevents obtaining new coverage, prompting outreach to Epic executives and an update that discussions are now underway.
Star Entertainment Group secures $550m refinancing deal with WhiteHawk Capital
The casino giant had been working on overhauling its borrowing facilities, and will replace a syndicate of lenders that includes Soul Patts and Macquarie.
President Trump says he has 'no problem' with allowing oil into Cuba
Trump told reporters he would allow a Russian oil tanker to resupply Cuba, which suffers an energy crisis after the U.S. halt of Venezuelan supplies.
Placekicker Graham Gano finally released by Giants, per report
A move that has seemed obvious for months has finally been made.
Multiple Chinese vessels retreat at Strait of Hormuz after Iran warnings in rare ally move
At least three Chinese-linked vessels reportedly turned back at the Strait of Hormuz after IRGC warnings, signaling an unusual development in China-Iran relations.
Shaping effective leaders in women’s health: New FIGO Leadership Empowerment Series
FIGO is pleased to launch the Leadership Empowerment Series, a 15-module foundational leadership series designed to equip early career OBGYNs and other women’s health professionals with key skills, confidence and strategic insight needed to drive meaningful, lasting change at local, national and global levels. This series represents a meaningful step forward in FIGO’s commitment to strengthening leadership capacity across our member societies.
Navigating the social media minefield
Scientists and researchers seeking to announce promising findings, exchange ideas or contribute to policy discussions outside of academic circles may find social media an expedient tool.But increasingly, scientists and other professionals are discovering that online platforms can be a double-edged sword: while sharing their work and expertise is crucial for visibility and meeting funder expectations, it also exposes them to baseless criticism and even accusations of spreading false information."It is getting harder and harder for scientists, and researchers in general, to convey their findings without facing attacks on their legitimacy and accuracy of their research," says Valère Ndior, a professor of public law at the University of Western Brittany in Brest, France, who has spent more than a decade studying misinformation on social media. Researchers attempting to challenge deceptive online information may themselves be accused of political bias or not being objective in their research, he explains, adding that some scientists disengage because they feel overwhelmed and unable to sustain meaningful dialogue. "It is quite sad to see in some instances that researchers end up leaving social media altogether because they feel like the pressure is getting too intense or feel threatened," he says.Ndior, a past president of the Francophone Network of International Law, is also involved in European efforts to make science and research findings more accessible to the public. As an ambassador for the Science Comes to Town (SCTT) project, he has participated in recent discussions on public perceptions of science and online misinformation. The European Commission-funded initiative connects Brest and two other cities — Kiel in Germany and Split in Croatia — and aims to strengthen ties between communities, universities and research institutions to promote science awareness and cooperation across Europe.Coordinated campaigns around contentious topicsNdior draws a clear distinction between critical thinking and thoughtless criticism. Yet he sees online discussions being increasingly shaped by suspicious behaviour and coordinated information campaigns — including "raids" aimed at dominating discussions and "astroturfing," where small groups act as larger movements to sway debates. Tracking these patterns has become harder because some platforms have restricted data or charge for it, despite provisions of the European Union's Digital Securities Act aimed at ensuring researchers can have access to such data. According to Ndior, "platforms became more reluctant from the moment access to data became a legal requirement rather than a voluntary initiative."Unfounded claims and scepticism about science existed long before Internet chat groups. But the noticeable rise in online hostility has intensified around contentious topics, such as the coronavirus pandemic and climate change, alongside the weakening of gatekeepers to moderate content.For Ndior, dubious claims about pandemic countermeasures and vaccine safety highlighted the struggle between "balancing freedom of expression and the protection of public health and order." Efforts to remove social media content deemed false or risky for public health triggered accusations of censorship and the silencing of legitimate discussion, and in some cases, legal challenges.Concerns about attacks on the credibility of scientists and researchers have generated a flurry of academic papers in recent years and prompted professional communities to address ways to counter online attacks. Such unease extends to the generation that has grown up with digital media. Ndior points out that his students, some of whom research artificial intelligence regulation, hate speech, online surveillance and other controversial topics, hesitate to share their work or viewpoints online. "Many of them don't want to expose themselves too much because they don't feel ready to be faced with the backlash of other people criticising their research," he explains.Safer harbours for engagementLegal challenges against false or defamatory posts are not necessarily a solution — especially given the trans-jurisdictional nature of the Internet. Lawsuits also take time and money, and if they fail, can be counterproductive. Instead, Ndior advises scientists and researchers to be selective in how and where they communicate. Professional online platforms and moderated discussion spaces offer a better environment for engagement. He also highlights the value of more traditional formats, such as radio interviews and in-person discussions at schools, libraries and science fairs, which encourage dialogue with the public. "Personal contact makes a big difference," he says, while acknowledging that these approaches lack the global reach of social media.Ndior’s interest in digital law and online misinformation stems from his time as a doctoral student in international law in the early days of social media. He began analysing posts from governments and heads of state to determine if they could be considered official and thus used as evidence in litigation. His work attracted media attention and led to conference and speaking invitations. "This was not part of my plan," he says, "but this is what happens as a researcher — your interest is sparked by a certain event or phenomenon, and it suddenly becomes your focus."Ndior believes SCTT provides "a double benefit" for researchers, enabling them to connect with peers and interact with the public. "There is a wide community of people who are not in academia who are critical thinkers looking for opportunities to ask questions, to get information and contribute their ideas,” he says. "I really value that kind of feedback."Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.
Navigating the social media minefield
Scientists and researchers seeking to announce promising findings, exchange ideas or contribute to policy discussions outside of academic circles may find social media an expedient tool.But increasingly, scientists and other professionals are discovering that online platforms can be a double-edged sword: while sharing their work and expertise is crucial for visibility and meeting funder expectations, it also exposes them to baseless criticism and even accusations of spreading false information."It is getting harder and harder for scientists, and researchers in general, to convey their findings without facing attacks on their legitimacy and accuracy of their research," says Valère Ndior, a professor of public law at the University of Western Brittany in Brest, France, who has spent more than a decade studying misinformation on social media. Researchers attempting to challenge deceptive online information may themselves be accused of political bias or not being objective in their research, he explains, adding that some scientists disengage because they feel overwhelmed and unable to sustain meaningful dialogue. "It is quite sad to see in some instances that researchers end up leaving social media altogether because they feel like the pressure is getting too intense or feel threatened," he says.Ndior, a past president of the Francophone Network of International Law, is also involved in European efforts to make science and research findings more accessible to the public. As an ambassador for the Science Comes to Town (SCTT) project, he has participated in recent discussions on public perceptions of science and online misinformation. The European Commission-funded initiative connects Brest and two other cities — Kiel in Germany and Split in Croatia — and aims to strengthen ties between communities, universities and research institutions to promote science awareness and cooperation across Europe.Coordinated campaigns around contentious topicsNdior draws a clear distinction between critical thinking and thoughtless criticism. Yet he sees online discussions being increasingly shaped by suspicious behaviour and coordinated information campaigns — including "raids" aimed at dominating discussions and "astroturfing," where small groups act as larger movements to sway debates. Tracking these patterns has become harder because some platforms have restricted data or charge for it, despite provisions of the European Union's Digital Securities Act aimed at ensuring researchers can have access to such data. According to Ndior, "platforms became more reluctant from the moment access to data became a legal requirement rather than a voluntary initiative."Unfounded claims and scepticism about science existed long before Internet chat groups. But the noticeable rise in online hostility has intensified around contentious topics, such as the coronavirus pandemic and climate change, alongside the weakening of gatekeepers to moderate content.For Ndior, dubious claims about pandemic countermeasures and vaccine safety highlighted the struggle between "balancing freedom of expression and the protection of public health and order." Efforts to remove social media content deemed false or risky for public health triggered accusations of censorship and the silencing of legitimate discussion, and in some cases, legal challenges.Concerns about attacks on the credibility of scientists and researchers have generated a flurry of academic papers in recent years and prompted professional communities to address ways to counter online attacks. Such unease extends to the generation that has grown up with digital media. Ndior points out that his students, some of whom research artificial intelligence regulation, hate speech, online surveillance and other controversial topics, hesitate to share their work or viewpoints online. "Many of them don't want to expose themselves too much because they don't feel ready to be faced with the backlash of other people criticising their research," he explains.Safer harbours for engagementLegal challenges against false or defamatory posts are not necessarily a solution — especially given the trans-jurisdictional nature of the Internet. Lawsuits also take time and money, and if they fail, can be counterproductive. Instead, Ndior advises scientists and researchers to be selective in how and where they communicate. Professional online platforms and moderated discussion spaces offer a better environment for engagement. He also highlights the value of more traditional formats, such as radio interviews and in-person discussions at schools, libraries and science fairs, which encourage dialogue with the public. "Personal contact makes a big difference," he says, while acknowledging that these approaches lack the global reach of social media.Ndior’s interest in digital law and online misinformation stems from his time as a doctoral student in international law in the early days of social media. He began analysing posts from governments and heads of state to determine if they could be considered official and thus used as evidence in litigation. His work attracted media attention and led to conference and speaking invitations. "This was not part of my plan," he says, "but this is what happens as a researcher — your interest is sparked by a certain event or phenomenon, and it suddenly becomes your focus."Ndior believes SCTT provides "a double benefit" for researchers, enabling them to connect with peers and interact with the public. "There is a wide community of people who are not in academia who are critical thinkers looking for opportunities to ask questions, to get information and contribute their ideas,” he says. "I really value that kind of feedback."Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.
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