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Steelers cancel final day of training camp because of thunderstorms
There's severe weather in in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, today, and as a result, the Steelers' 2026 training camp has come to an end.
Globalinx to purchase Virginia Beach land for colocation data center
The Virginia Beach Development Authority on Tuesday agreed to sell 9 acres of land in Corporate Landing Business Park to Globalinx.
California couple in legal battle with surrogate who fled to Texas to give birth
The case involving parental rights and competing state laws is raising new questions for legal scholars.
Saint Paul, Virginia, is a year-round playground
Southwest Virginia is considered by some to be the heart of Appalachia. The area is filled with natural beauty and really is an outdoor wonderland. When you visit, you have
Southern right whales have bumpy ‘fingerprints’ on their heads
Photographs from citizen scientists and whale watchers help identify the cetaceans off the coast of Patagonia.
Column: Xavier Becerra won't deliver the home runs — or strikeouts — racked up by Newsom, Schwarzenegger
California’s next governor, Xavier Becerra, is a “small ball” player, to borrow a baseball term.
Mark Cuban and Other Founders Wade Into Wealth Tax Debate
Some entrepreneurs, including Mark Cuban, are publicly worried about the potential fallout from California’s proposal to impose a special billionaire tax.
Professional tools, real-world science: Bug Camp inspires future STEM leaders
Defense Health Agency-Public Health hosted its second annual Bug Camp, held from June 29 to July 2, at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. This science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, or STEM, program is supported by the Army STEM Education Consortium. The camp puts high-tech tools in the hands of local students from Maryland and Pennsylvania. By studying how U.S. military scientists defend against insect-borne diseases, these young researchers get a first-hand look at military public health.
Caltech breakthrough brings fiber-optic performance to silicon chips
Caltech scientists have created ultra-low-loss optical pathways on silicon chips that approach the efficiency of fiber optics and dramatically outperform existing technology at visible wavelengths. The breakthrough could unlock more powerful lasers, miniature atomic sensors and clocks, quantum systems, and more energy-efficient data centers.
Blue Shield of California Renews NCQA Health Plan Accreditation, Advancing Commitment to Quality
"NCQA accreditation is a widely recognized benchmark of healthcare quality,"
‘There is nothing else’: Californians face eviction as insurer cancels assisted living benefit
Thousands of California families are facing abrupt cancellations of coverage for assisted living as insurer Health Net adjusts the benefits it provides.
Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 337: Marc Bookman Examines the Death Penalty’s Politics, Failures and Enduring Appeal
Marc Bookman, legal director of the Atlantic Center for Capital Representation, recently discussed capital punishment on Episode 337 of 'Everyday Injustice.' Bookman challenged the perception of a national death penalty resurgence, asserting its continued application is increasingly confined to a limited number of states. He also critiqued public opinion polling on capital punishment, specifically a Pew poll, for failing to present alternatives such as life without parole. Additionally, Bookman previewed his forthcoming novel, 'Albert's Time,' which explores the ethical dimensions of capital punishment by confronting the execution of an undeniably guilty individual.
Whisker’s AI-powered litter robot thinks my cats swapped bodies
$900 for an AI-powered litter box and I can’t even watch my cat poop?
Northern California casinos bring music, comedy and summer fun
Trombone Shorty, Marcello Hernández and Nate Smith headline a busy stretch of Northern California entertainment from Aug. 17-30.
A school for political education in Argentina – Offering hope for the future of democracy
Amid an increasingly polarized and divided world, Argentinian Jesuits envisioned an institute dedicated to training politicians inspired by Gospel values, intercultural understanding, and democracy.
Kennedy’s split-screen week: Talk of vaccines in D.C., fraud and addiction out West
The California trip shows how Kennedy likes to focus on key MAHA themes, while avoiding some divisive topics.
Is hormone therapy the cheat code to perimenopause?
Perimenopause can be overwhelming. Mood swings, insomnia and hot flashes can make you feel like a completely different person. Hormone therapy is one way a lot of women are treating the symptoms. Life Kit’s Marielle Segarra talks with Dr. Mara Gordon of NPR’s Real Talk with a Doc column about the risks and benefits.Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.orgSupport the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekit
Ukraine takes aim at Russia’s economy and morale by attacking online retailer
Day after day over recent weeks, Ukrainian drones have pummeled giant depots belonging to Wildberries, the country’s biggest online retailer, burning estimated billions of dollars’ worth of merchandise and bringing the war home to the broad public.
Hayden Panettiere dead: Star of 'Heroes,' 'Nashville' was 36
Actor Hayden Panettiere, who starred in TV dramas and movies, died Sunday, her representative said. She was 36.
Over 10,500 Central Virginia homes, businesses without power amid severe thunderstorms
Over 10,500 Central Virginia homes and businesses are without power Sunday evening amid severe storms.
Akon Rates His Biggest Fails and Finesses for Complex
The R&B singer called the African prince story an undeniable finesse and admitted he and French Montana both got burned by a fake Rolex.
Virginia health officials say Trump vaccine order does not change state requirements
Senator Ron Wyden hears from rural Oregon, health care concerns - KOBI-TV NBC5 / KOTI-TV NBC2
MEDFORD, Ore.- Senator Ron Wyden is hosting a field hearing with Oregonians to talk about health care and what he can do to help. Senator Wyden was at the Rogue Valley Times, where he live-streamed on YouTube and took questions from rural Oregonians. Some gave their testimonials about having to pay anywhere from 900 to […]
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Front Mission remakes, New Super Lucky's Tale, more
A bunch of new sales are up and running on the North American Nintendo Switch eShop. These include the lowest prices ever for the Front Mission remakes, New Super Lucky’s Tale, and more. Here’s the full roundup: – A Memoir Blue – $2.79 (was $7.99) – AEW: Fight Forever – $15.99 (was $39.99) – Arcade Archives Bosconian – $5.59 (was...
Ralph C Wilson Jr Centennial Parks promotes youth sports
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy and Project Play hosted dozens of sports organizations
West Virginia State Fair grandstand market features local vendors, health screenings
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These investors and CEOs left California and New York for Dallas
Finance and tech CEOs from California and New York are making their mark on Dallas' business community. Here's why they moved.
Story (sports hernia) kicks off rehab assignment in Triple-A
PITTSBURGH -- Minor League rehab week officially commenced for the Red Sox on Sunday with Triple-A Worcester, as veteran shortstop Trevor Story became the first of three Boston position players to begin an assignment with an affiliate in the coming days. Roman Anthony will report to Double-A Portland and play
Insomniac Staff Pins Overnight Wolverine Hate On Twitter
The studio’s marketing director blows off some steam on the sudden surge of scrutiny, believing this kind of culture can’t possibly be good for anyone’s mental health
Republicans won the redistricting competition. Don't tell that to this California congressman
President Donald Trump last year told GOP-controlled states to redraw their maps before this year's midterm elections to increase the number of winnable seats for Republicans in order to help the party hold onto the U.S. House.
How 'A Very Laufey Day,' exploded — and where to catch it in L.A.
What began as a way to encourage her fans to get outside has transformed into a global fan event. Here's what to know about 'A Very Laufey Day' and how to celebrate in Los Angeles and beyond.
Gov. Newsom reignites debate over how much electric companies should pay for causing a wildfire
Governor Gavin Newsom is pushing California lawmakers to limit how much private utility companies pay when their equipment causes catastrophic wildfires, as the state's wildfire liability fund nears depletion.
Gloria Romero explains why she should be California's next Lieutenant Governor
Gloria Romero, a former Democratic state senator turned Republican, shared her vision for education reform, combating anti-Semitism, and addressing waste and fraud as she campaigns for California lieutenant governor.
California could soon limit social media for kids
California lawmakers are moving forward with proposed laws that address the harmful effects of social media on children, including restrictions on addictive features and the ability for parents and children to sue platforms for damages.
California Politics 360 full episode | Governor sparks debate on wildfire recovery
He is asking lawmakers to consider limiting who and how much utility companies pay using the state’s wildfire liability fund.
Political cartoons for August 16
Sunday’s political cartoons include Iranian hackers, thorny issues, and more
ChatGPT’s Computer History tracks your clicks and keystrokes
It’s like Windows Recall, but without all the creepy screenshots.
Inside California Politics: Newsom campaigns for midterms, state Republicans pick new senate minorty leader
(Inside California Politics) — This week on Inside California Politics, Eytan Wallace walks viewers through the packed week of news, including Gov. Gavin Newsom’s trip to Michigan, the select…
Business Briefcase: Labor and employment law summit set by MAEA
POTTSVILLE — The locally based Northeast Pennsylvania Manufacturers and Employers Association will have the 18th annual Labor & Employment Law Summit 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sept. 24 at Mountain Valley Clubhouse, 1021 Brockton Mountain D…
As Trump blocks Medicaid funds, one trans teen's mom asks: What's next?
A longtime Republican living in California says the Trump administration's continuing actions to target transgender youth take a personal toll.
Republicans won the redistricting competition. Don't tell that to this California congressman
The national redistricting competition between the parties means California’s conservative voters are going through the same thing as Democratic voters in Republican strongholds
Republicans won the redistricting competition. Don't tell that to this California congressman
The national redistricting competition between the parties means California's conservative voters are going through the same thing as Democratic voters in Republican strongholds.
New West's training for Ukraine troops not teaching drone pilot skills
Ukrainian troops are getting trained in Norway-led Operation Legio, and Ukraine didn't request pilot skills as it already has such good education.
Trump turns to containing the fallout from setbacks in Iran
The current approach — an economic choke hold on Iran — is being led by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Perez Hilton created the internet culture that watched his mental health crisis unfold
The celebrity gossip blogger became as famous as the stars he covered before social media upended his business model.
What's at stake for Dodgers' owner Mark Walter as authorities probe his businesses
With the Department of Justice, the SEC and state insurance regulators probing Mark Walter's businesses, the Dodgers owner has a lot on the line.
How McKinsey employees started a popular backpacking retreat
Alex Harman organizes hiking retreats for McKinsey colleagues to places such as Kilimanjaro and Patagonia. The latest filled 100 spots in three hours.
Sooo ... About Last Night
Last night (Sat., Aug. 15, 2026), Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) ventured forth to Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for UFC 330. Though the pair of title fights atop the card understandably garnered most of the attention ahead of time, the rest of the card proved a little underrated. Some of the veterans exceeded expectations, […]
Mark Cuban tells Ro Khanna 'you don't understand business,' threatens investment shift over billionaire tax
Mark Cuban warned Rep. Ro Khanna that California's proposed billionaire tax could drive startup founders out of the state, vowing to avoid investing there.
Crestwood students excel at PA Junior Academy of Science
The Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science held its annual state meeting May 17-19 at Penn State Main Campus, State College. The Crestwood Secondary Campus was well represented and its participating STEM students were quite successful, with…
Waymo gets regulatory approval to scale up robotaxi service across California, enter 2 new markets
Waymo's robotaxi service expands across Northern and Southern California after CPUC approval, adding Sacramento and San Diego as new markets.
State health officials confirm rare swine flu case in Ionia County resident
A rare human case of Swine Flu has been confirmed in a west Michigan resident who was reportedly a swine exhibitor at the Kent County Youth Fair at the start of August.
D23: Marvel hypes 'X-Men' cast but Disney nostalgia reigns
The biggest announcements and takeaways from Disney's D23 showcase on upcoming film and TV projects from Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar and more.
Bernie-backed California House candidate called DEI a ‘social justice-driven duty,’ embraced activist role
Bernie Sanders-backed California candidate Randy Villegas promoted DEI as a "social justice-driven duty" in his academic writings on community colleges.
Armenian Genocide survivors' grandson says 'political motives' block recognition
In 1915, the Ottoman Empire began the systematic deportation and massacre of its Armenian population. As many as 1.5 million Armenians were killed – widely regarded by historians as the twentieth century's…
Sports Mania gears up for Jags fans as the start of football season arrives
The countdown to football season has started, and Jags fans are already getting geared up for the new season.
Businesses continue expanding in Atlanta’s new Centennial Yards
Shake Shack is the newest business to open in the district.
Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon kill 11 people, Health Ministry says
Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon have killed at least 11 people, marking the deadliest attacks since a truce with Hezbollah was announced in June.
Zelensky regains control after a month of political crisis
After dismissing his popular defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, and sparking anger in the streets and within the opposition, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appears to have contained the unrest, but has emerged weakened.
California lawmakers must reject bills that would raise healthcare premiums
“Healthcare needs to be more affordable. But the message isn’t resonating among legislators in Sacramento.”
LARC uplifts communities through education on heat safety
Sources: California Environmental Protection Agency CalHeatScore data and Los Angeles County ZIP Codes. Graphic reporting by Charlie Hamilton, Science and Health editor. Interactive by Bianca Peralta, Data editor.
Radiation vest tested on NASA moonshot can quell effects of solar storms, study suggests
A new study suggests a protective vest tested on a manikin during NASA's first Artemis moonshot could slash the radiation exposure of lunar astronauts during severe solar storms.
Letters: Lakers sale to Iger and Kushner is talk of L.A.
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section share their thoughts on the Lakers' sale to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner, the WNBA, Dodgers and more.
Parents' dilemma in spacing out kids: Childcare costs vs. fertility
A 3- or 4- year age gap between kids can help parents cut back on childcare costs. But as millennials have kids later, they're feeling time pressure.
UFC 330 Final Face-Offs
During the UFC 330 Ceremonial Weigh-In, the fighters faced off with their opponents for a final time.
Ionia County resident has swine flu after exhibiting at youth fair
An Ionia County resident who exhibited pigs at the Kent County Youth Fair now has a confirmed case of swine flu, Michigan health leaders said Aug. 14.
Niagara County radiation investigation collides with governor’s race
Some affected homeowners have spent weeks asking Gov. Kathy Hochul to visit their neighborhood and hear their concerns firsthand.
U.S. District Judge denies hemp business' plea for pause on new regulations
United States Western District of Virginia Judge Robert Ballou Friday ruled against a cohort of Virginia hemp businesses, denying their motions for a preliminary injunction and temporary restraining order to prevent new hemp restrictions from taking place.
Hollywood Scrambles to Address California’s Business Tax Credit Law
A new bill, signed into law on June 29, could persuade film and TV projects to take their business elsewhere. Legislators with ties to entertainment are scrambling for a solution.
Scientists Are Building a 'Noah’s Ark' of California’s Tide Pools
It will help better track the effects of climate change on the ecosystem.
Health department confirms case of measles in Seneca County
The patient was unvaccinated and had recently traveled to Pennsylvania, where there have been 296 total cases of measles so far this year.
‘Coordination, not subordination’: Sheinbaum attacks U.S. 'meddling' in Mexico’s politics
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum let long-mounting frustrations with the Trump administration rise to the surface.
Trump says USS Abraham Lincoln deployment 'not nearly long enough'
Lawmakers are pressing for answers amid reports that sailors aboard the San Diego-based carrier have endured food shortages, plumbing failures and severe fatigue.
For politicians from Ohio to Texas, Virginia to California, red to blue, data centers are the new ‘us vs. them’ fight
California moves away from paraquat weed killer due to health and environmental concerns
California is moving away from paraquat, a weed killer that health officials say can be highly toxic.
California's biggest political split is where people live
A new PPIC report finds California's political divide is largely geographic, with a sharp coastal-inland split.
Netflix plans to close two gaming studios, including one in Hollywood
Netflix said has closed Hollywood-based Night School and plans to close Helsinki-based Moonloot.
Tri Ta, Paula Swift, and the superficial state of California politics
That Tri Ta and Paula Swift hold superficial positions on housing policy was unsurprising given how the rest of their interviews went.
Super PACs try to game Alaska’s open primary for U.S. Senate by elevating political unknowns
Groups have spent $2 million to promote fringe or perennial candidates. It’s a false-flag strategy to help the major candidates but ranked choice voting blunts its impact.
D23 Expo 2026 Entertainment Showcase: Every Disney Movie & TV Show Announcement (Live Updates)
Disney's D23 Expo is happening in Anaheim, California, and we have all the movie and TV show details from the Disney Entertainment Showcase, updated live.
Y! Sports Biz: The Moat Around the Field
Why investors covet the undeniable moat around sports.
💸 Y! Sports Biz: Cross the drawbridge
Why investors covet the undeniable moat around sports.
Get informed, Get Protected: Catch Up on HPV Vaccination
by Lucia Gutierrez, VDH Summer Intern Academy Becoming a young adult brings new routines and responsibilities, from managing school and work commitments to taking a more active role in your […]
'Call Her Daddy' host shuts down Unwell beverage line after short, buzzy run
Top podcaster Alex Cooper’s beverage business is shutting down, demonstrating the challenges online creators often have in diversifying their work away from content.
Health policy must be driven by data, not political grandstanding
'The administration’s anti-vaccine rhetoric will only sow widespread confusion, ultimately driving up rates of entirely preventable childhood diseases,' writes an L.A. Times reader.
Home-Field Advantage: Why the World’s Biggest Sporting Events Are Coming to the US
The United States is on a streak landing more international events than ever. What’s driving the good fortune for sports fans living in the country?
Netflix leans into young adult dramas as YouTube threat grows
Netflix is making it easier for fans to find hundreds of YA films and TV shows, including supernatural mystery "Sid & Zoey" and coming of age tale "Sunshine Girls."
Data centers are good business but bad politics. Josh Shapiro tries to thread the needle.
Plus: Challengers line up to take on Councilmember Jeffery “Jay” Young Jr., and SEPTA police officers get ready for their close-up.
California's political map is more complicated than red versus blue
New research challenges assumptions about California voters.
Your Business Loan Was Denied. The Most Important Answer Isn't in the Rejection
Banks won’t volunteer the reason for a denial, but there’s a way to get that information from them, and all it takes is one letter.
Beat the clock: The politics of daylight saving time in New Hampshire
The perennial debate over daylight saving time in the U.S. is coming around again, but for one New Hampshire state representative, it's never gone away.
'The Game Feels Super Smooth': Wolverine Will Run at 60fps with Ray Tracing on Base PS5
Insomniac wizardry
Louisianians more interested in politics, less polarized than most Americans, survey finds
A new survey on civic life in Louisiana has found that while Louisianians are more interested in politics than the rest of the country, they are less politically polarized.
Kennedy in Bakersfield: States will get best science as Kern reports measles cases
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) As millions of Californians begin heading back to the classroom from summer vacation, President Trump has signed an executive or
Effort to ban genetically modified animals dies in California Legislature
A bill that would have banned the sale of genetically-modified pets for cosmetic reasons died in committee Thursday.
West Virginia math and English scores top pre-COVID levels as science slips
West Virginia’s 2026 student assessments show math and ELA proficiency above pre-COVID levels, with math rising to 39% and ELA holding at 48%. Science slipped to 29%, while chronic absenteeism remained strongly linked to lower scores.
Healthcare horror stories punctuate Wyden town hall in Salem
For two hours, dozens of Oregonians told Sen. Ron Wyden and Rep. Andrea Salinas stories about the horrors they face accessing proper care.
Hochul warns Washington is gutting New York healthcare
Gov. Hochul was in Fredonia Thursday to highlight $124 million in state funding for the new Northern Chautauqua Hospital.
$5 billion science research bond clears California Assembly committee
The California Assembly Appropriations Committee voted Thursday to advance a UC-sponsored bond measure that would fund scientific research across the state. The California Science and Health Research Bond Act – or Senate Bill 895 – would create the California Foundation for Science and Health Research to award $5 billion in grants and loans to public and private research institutions, including UC campuses.