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Mizzou infielder Kam Durnin (27) swings for the ball
Mizzou infielder Kam Durnin (27) swings for the ball on Sunday at Taylor Stadium in Columbia. Mizzou lost to Texas A&M every game during their three-game series.
Mizzou pitcher Trey Lawrence (10) prepares to pitch
Mizzou pitcher Trey Lawrence (10) prepares to pitch on Sunday at Taylor Stadium in Columbia. Mizzou’s loss brings their season record to 17-12.
Mizzou pitcher Brady Kehlenbrink (40) pitches against Texas A&M
Mizzou pitcher Brady Kehlenbrink (40) pitches against Texas A&M on Saturday at Taylor Stadium in Columbia. The Tigers fell to the Aggies 14-6.
Mizzou infielder Blaize Ward (19) swings for the ball
Mizzou infielder Blaize Ward (19) swings for the ball on Saturday at Taylor Stadium in Columbia. Mizzou’s loss brings their season record to 17-11.
Mizzou swim and dive success continues
Mizzou swim and dive continued its success in the final day of the NCAA Championships, and other college action from Saturday.
Mizzou softball defeats Auburn again for first SEC series win
The Tigers got their first SEC weekend series win after beating Auburn with some strong early offense and effective pitching.
Caleb Foster steadies Duke as Blue Devils beat St. John's
Caleb Foster returned from a broken foot and rescued Duke’s national title hopes, helping the top-seeded Blue Devils rally from a 10-point second-half deficit to beat St. John’s 80-75 on
Mizzou right hand pitcher Josh McDevitt pitches a ball
Mizzou right hand pitcher Josh McDevitt pitches a ball during the baseball game against Texas A&M on Friday at Taylor Stadium in Columbia. Mizzou's loss brings their season record to
Satellite Spots a Spawn
The activity of herring around Vancouver Island in British Columbia brightened coastal waters enough to be detectable from space.
Treating Myths as Science
Indigenous “Ways of Knowing” have no place in British Columbia’s school science curriculum.
Lindenwood knocks off Mizzou for first time ever
The Tigers dropped a midweek game to in-state foe Lindenwood on Wednesday in St. Charles. But the real bad news was how poorly the Tigers executed in virtually every category.
Could Mizzou football's 2015 boycott be replicated today in college sports?
With the landscape of college sports shifting dramatically since 2015, it might make the possibility of a boycott difficult.
Health alert issued for ground beef sold in 5 states and DC
Federal regulators are asking consumers in five states and the District of Columbia to check their freezers for possibly contaminated ground beef.
B.C. recruits 400 healthcare workers, most from Washington and Oregon
A successful targeted campaign recruited more than 400 U.S.-trained healthcare professionals to British Columbia, many of whom are from Oregon and Washington.
Federal judge sides with Washington in case over transgender youth health care
A federal judge said Thursday he will rule in favor of Washington state and a coalition of 20 other states and the District of Columbia, blocking what they call
Columbia residents give feedback at Business Loop 70 open house
The city of Columbia held a open house on prospective improvements for Business Loop 70 on Thursday.
The right time to sign a child up for sports and why you should do it
Younger kids can learn no-contact, low-structure sports, while it takes more maturity to handle physical, structured sports.
Canadian province poaches over 400 U.S. health workers, eyes Oregon for more
Portland ranked among the top U.S. cities for the number of people visiting the British Columbia’s health careers website.
Hundreds of health care workers from Washington, Oregon have immigrated to B.C. for jobs
More than 400 U.S.-trained health-care professionals have accepted jobs across British Columbia, nearly tripling the number reported in September 2025, provinci
Power slowly being restored to residents, businesses
First Energy estimates power restoration for most Mahoning and Columbiana customers by 11 p.m. Sunday. Trumbull County may not be restored until 11 p.m. Monday.
How Israeli domestic politics affect the Iran war
NPR's Scott Simon asks former Israeli deputy national security adviser Chuck Freilich, now at Columbia University, about Israeli domestic politics and their effect on the Iran war.
Mental health solutions for the digital age
Ask the digital natives of Gen Z about the source of their biggest mental health challenges, and most will say social media and AI.Several of the nearly 400 guests at the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit, presented by the Friends of Semel Teen Advisory Council at UCLA on March 8, explicitly named the endless stream of content on their phones as serious stressors. “Everybody is addicted to (Tik Tok) as if they were addicted to substances,” said Jantin Asmar, 17, a senior at Virtual Academy in Antelope Valley. “We’re always chasing that dopamine. We’re expecting that dopamine rush and it’s really decaying our interactions with others.” High school student Jantin Asmar was among nearly 400 people who attended the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) Even young teens feel pressure to be on social media constantly, both to consume content and collect “likes,” said 13-year-olds Chloe and Sophia, both students at Brentwood School. “Everyone’s always on, and you miss stuff if you’re not on it,” Chloe said, adding that social media’s emphasis on appearances is leading to eating disorders: “That’s a big thing for our generation.”The incessant influx of images and updates creates expectations that “weigh teenagers down,” said Linda Kou, 16, a junior at San Gabriel High School.Even though digital spaces allow people to connect with others beyond their immediate surroundings, it doesn’t always translate to real-life community, said Kelah Morgan, 17, a senior at Animo South Los Angeles Charter High School. High school students Kelah Morgan, left, and Linda Kou, shared about the challenges presented by social media. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) “Even if you see people saying that they relate to you online, it might be hard to find people in your personal life who you see every day who you feel comfortable enough to say, ‘You see me online, but this is me in real life and what I’m actually going through,’” she said.Solutions for our digital timesThe Gen Z Wellness Summit was intentionally designed as a free, in-person gathering where young people interested in mental health from across the southland could meet in person. “Peer support is the most important element of maintaining our mental health in community,” said Helena Hansen, MD, PhD, director of UCLA’s Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior.Keynote speakers at the summit addressed AI, social connection and self-empowerment, while breakout sessions included discussions about eating disorders, dating, substance use, phone detox and breathwork. Here are some of the day’s top takeaways:Beware of FOPO: Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD, a psychology professor at Columbia University, said that rather than FOMO, or fear of missing out, we ought to be more aware of FOPO: fear of people’s opinions. “Just think about how much your FOPO might be holding you back in your life,” Dr. Kaufman said. “And just that inner contemplation should be enough for you to change your life, because there’s so many things we don’t go after because we have debilitating FOPO.”We don’t need to feel like we’re the best – or what he called “narcissistic self-esteem” – but it’s helpful to acknowledge our own worth, recognize our good qualities and develop self-belief in the skills and talents we’ve cultivated. When we have that – dignity and self-respect, without needing everyone to like us – FOPO is less of a concern.Self-reflection is most effective in community: “When we try to self-reflect alone, we sometimes ruminate,” said Ira Bedzow, PhD, executive director of the Emory University Purpose Project. “But when we self-reflect with people that we trust … (it) allows us to hold ourselves accountable to different ways of seeing and different ways of hearing and different ways of being.”Opening up about our experiences and listening to others are skills we can develop, Dr. Bedzow said.He invited students to participate in what he called a “fishbowl exercise,” where four students sat in a small circle, surrounded by a dozen or so students forming a larger circle. Those in the inner circle answered such questions as: “What stops you from being you today?” and “What helps you feel most like you?”Within minutes, the group in the small circle (the fishbowl), were sharing intimately about their life challenges as those in the outer circle nodded in understanding.After the exercise, one participant said, “I felt like I wasn’t alone, that it wasn’t just me who feels that way.”Another remarked on how “personal” it felt to share face-to-face with others, even strangers.Don’t let AI crush your creativity: Theoretical neuroscientist Vivienne Ming, PhD, has been studying artificial intelligence for more than 20 years. And while she said “it’s reasonable to be concerned” about the fast-growing technology, it can also help humans become better problem-solvers when used strategically.“The smartest thing on the planet today are humans and machines working together creatively,” Dr. Ming said. “What gets more valuable in humans as machines get smarter? Our ability to explore the unknown.“Your unique voice is literally your value to the world … but most of us for most of our lives have been taught to not be unique,” she continued. “Be your own person. Celebrate being different. It is genuinely, measurably, truly valuable.”In a breakout session called “Phone Detox? IYKYK: Living Your Story IRL” led by Don Grant, PhD, students shared their frustrations with AI compromising academic work, art and creativity.“Art is a translation of human experience,” one participant said. “When people use AI, they diminish their own human experience.”Dr. Grant urged them, as “the last generation to remember a world before AI,” to remember the power of imagination and creativity – and to act on it.Remember that social media distorts perceptions: Stuart B. Murray, PhD, PsyD, who directs the Eating Disorders Program and Translational Research in Eating Disorders Program at UCLA, asked the students in his breakout session to take a spontaneous selfie and edit it to conform with society’s beauty standards. All 20 girls in the room immediately got to work, thickening their hair, slimming their faces, plumping their lips.“The pressure to look like what we present on social media can be crippling,” Dr. Murray said. “We now know that social media use is part of a causal pathway into an eating disorder.”Adolescents and young adults are most at risk of developing an eating disorder, he said, with one in three students on college campuses exhibiting clinically meaningful eating-disorder symptoms. More than 4 million people in California will have an eating disorder in their lifetime.Even for those who don’t develop anorexia or bulimia, the ubiquity of modified images online distorts what we consider normal, making us feel worse about ourselves. Remembering that, he and other speakers said, might inspire us to log off occasionally and spend time in the real world with people who love us as we are.
Star-Studded Puck Drop for Women in Sports Night
Olympian Kacey Bellamy, actress Marguerite Moreau, Kim Davis of the NHL and Olympian Courtney Kennedy took part in the ceremonial puck drop for Women in Sports Night presented by Columbia Bank
CPS to evaluate business services program, policy and finance updates
The Columbia School Board will meet Monday to evaluate its business services program and other various updates.
North Carolina Duke Basketball
Duke's Dame Sarr (7) dunks during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against North Carolina in Durham, N.C., Saturday, March 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Ben McKeown)
CPS to evaluate business services program, policy and finance updates
The Columbia School Board will meet Monday to evaluate its business services program and other various updates.
Mizzou Baseball Director of Recruiting and Operations Jose Carballo cheers
Mizzou Baseball Director of Recruiting and Operations Jose Carballo cheers on the Tigers during the first inning of the game against UIC on Thursday at Taylor Stadium in Columbia. Carballo
Daylight Saving Time Is Bad For Your Health. This Canadian Province Just Made It Permanent
The Canadian province of British Columba is making the switch to permanent Daylight Saving Time.
Meet the MBA Class of 2027: Thomas von Lippe, Columbia Business School
Meet the Columbia Business School MBA Class of 2027 through in-depth profiles on their experiences and aspirations
USC student accused of Shandon stabbing released, receiving mental health care, attorney says
An 18-year-old University of South Carolina student accused of stabbing a man walking his dog in Columbia’s Shandon neighborhood has been released from jail and is receiving care at a mental health facility, according to his attorney.
Meet the MBA Class of 2027: Christopher Peer, Columbia Business School
Meet the Columbia Business School MBA Class of 2027 through in-depth profiles on their experiences and aspirations
Kids learn and explore at annual Columbia Youth Science Expo
The Connector hosted the expo at Mizzou's Memorial Union, where there were two floors of booths for kids to explore.
Columbia University community reacts to release of student detained by ICE
According to university protocol, ICE agents must have a judicial warrant or subpoena to access nonpublic areas.
AbCellera Reports Full Year 2025 Business Results
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, February 24, 2026--AbCellera Reports Full Year 2025 Business Results
‘Inside the Situation Room’ Bridges the Gap Between Politics and Academia
Columbia SIPA Dean Keren Yarhi-Milo and Secretary Hillary Clinton co-edited a book that brings readers into the room where leaders make decisions in times of crisis.
Rural Health Transformation Program targets structural barriers across Missouri
Under the initiative, Missouri will receive more than $216 million aimed at modernizing care in rural communities.
I went back to my alma mater and saw how women’s sports have changed
There’s a basketball renaissance emerging at Columbia, and Megan Griffith’s women are leading it
Air Quality Health Advisory expanded into Upper Hudson Valley
The advisory will be in effect until 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, February 18. The Upper Hudson Valley Region includes Albany, Columbia, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Scho…
Columbia SIPA's Institute of Global Politics and Center on Global Energy Policy Announce New Task Force on Economic Statecraft - Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University SIPA
The Institute of Global Politics (IGP) and Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) at Columbia...
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Mizzou fans file out of the stands during the last minutes
Mizzou fans file out of the stands during the last minutes of the men’s basketball game on Saturday at Mizzou Arena in Columbia. The Tiger’s next matchup will be against
Proposals for exploring viruses and skin as the next experimental quantum frontiers share US$30,000 science award
Viruses exist at the boundary between living and non-living matter, while skin is a living interface between physics and biology, making them perfect—but until now overlooked—arenas for testing the interplay between quantum physics, biology and life. That’s according to arguments made by Connor Thompson, a PhD student in microbiology and immunology at the University of British Columbia, in Canada, and Samuel Morriss, a medical doctor based in Melbourne, Australia, whose two essays share the US$30,000 first prize in FQxI’s latest essay competition, presented in partnership with the Paradox Science Institute. The eight winners of the $53,000 competition—which asked “How Quantum is Life?”—were announced on 14th February, 2026.
Roberts scores 21, Pennsylvania beats Columbia 76-67
PHILADELPHIA (AP) Ethan Roberts had 21 points in Pennsylvania's 76-67 win against Columbia on Friday.
Women in Science: Climate Scientist Gisela Winckler
Winckler focuses on the history and causes of past, present and future climate variability, as well as the ocean’s role in the climate system and the carbon cycle.
Columbia protester alleges 'inhumane' conditions in ICE detention
She said she was hospitalized for three days and shackled the entire time.
Women in Science: Paleoceanographer Apollonia Arellano
Arellano uses geochemical analyses to reconstruct deep ocean circulation in the North Atlantic Ocean.
Women in Science: Geochemist Terry Plank
Award-winning geochemist and volcanologist Terry Plank studies the phenomena shaping the Earth’s crust and how they affect the world’s volcanoes.
Suspect in Canada school shooting is identified as 18-year-old who had prior mental health calls
Authorities shared Jesse Van Rootselaar's name at a news conference Wednesday, a day after six people were killed at a school in remote British Columbia and two others were killed at a nearby home in one of the country’s deadliest mass shootings.
Women in Science: Climate Impact Researcher Sanketa Kadam
In honor of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we’re featuring Kadam, who researches compound extreme events in India and their impacts on crops and farmland.
Celebrating the 2026 International Day of Women and Girls in Science
In honor of this year’s theme, “Synergizing AI, Social Science, STEM and Finance: Building Inclusive Futures for Women and Girls,” we're highlighting just some of the exceptional women researchers from the Columbia Climate School.
2025 US ACT on Health Equity Community Investments Recipients
Author: Kennesha VanBurch, Director, Health Equity and Community Investment Partnerships 2025 marks the fifth year of the US Accelerate Change Together (ACT) on Health Equity: Community Solutions Challenge (CSC) and National Strategic Collaborations (NSC). This year, we received more than 250 applications from organizations across the country dedicated to prioritizing the social, cultural and linguistic needs of communities that have experienced barriers to care and opportunity. The overwhelming response underscores the vital role these organizations play in advancing health equity at the local level and across the nation. Since the launch of ACT on Health Equity in 2021, the initiative has invested more than $18 million in nonprofit organizations and their health equity programming through CSC and NSC. This year, $3.4 million in funding has been provided to 47 nonprofit organizations that focus on healthcare access, nutrition and lung health. Together, we are making meaningful progress toward health equity across the US. Supporting Organizations Advancing Community Well-being and Health Equity The awarded organizations address critical needs across health, education, and social support through initiatives aligned with AstraZeneca’s areas of expertise, including lung disease, lung and breast cancer, and cardiology. Their work spans across culturally competent senior care, equitable healthcare access, cancer and chronic disease support, and preventive health education, as well as hunger relief, community gardening, dental and transportation services, and resources for underserved families. Together, they are working to remove barriers to care, reduce preventable conditions, and empower individuals and communities of all ages and backgrounds to achieve better health outcomes. Photo courtesy of Medical Motor Service of Rochester and Monroe County, Inc. Description: MMS driver speaking to a Wegmans shopper. GGWNY staff; Lincoln Memorial Church Community Garden and lead gardener Diane Learn more about our recipients and the impact they make within their communities below. Community Solutions Challenge Advocates for Women’s Health, Inc. Advocates for Women's Health exists to provide access to high quality prenatal care and gynecology care to lower-income communities in and around Fresno, CA. They operate a nonprofit OB/GYN clinic located in Fresno. American Rescue Workers (ARW) ARW is a faith-based, non-profit organization providing homelessness and hunger prevention services in Central PA since 1934. ARW cares holistically for men, women, and children who find themselves facing food insecurity, and emergency situations that may lead to homelessness, or an actual homeless crisis, by providing shelter and social services. ARW serves people no matter their faith, regardless of faith. Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California (AJSOCAL) AJSOCAL is a social justice organization that protects and strengthens the rights and dignity of AAPI communities, especially those that are most disadvantaged. Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy (BCEA) BCEA’s mission is to effectively assist individuals battling cancer by connecting them to vital support and resources. BCEA ensures that all relevant information reaches those in need, guiding them towards the resources necessary to fight their battle against cancer. Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa creates access to opportunities for self-sufficiency by providing innovative and compassionate services to people of all backgrounds, beliefs and cultures. Chosen Hearts Chosen Hearts’ mission is to rebuild lives and restore hope by fostering a sense of community and creating lasting, positive change. Columbia Student Medical Outreach The Columbia Student Medical Outreach Program (CoSMO) Clinic is the oldest and largest student-run free clinic at the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons at Columbia University. At its core, CoSMO is guided by the belief that all people—regardless of immigration or insurance status—deserve access to high-quality, equitable medical care. Eagle’s Nest Community Kitchen and Resource Center and Mobile Pantry Eagle’s Nest Community Kitchen, Resource Center and Mobile Pantry’s mission is to empower underserved and rural communities through hands-on STEM education grounded in sustainable agriculture. By combining mobile workshops, community gardens, and mentorship, they deliver accessible training in science, technology, engineering, and math that builds practical skills, advances food security, and fosters environmental stewardship. Through collaborative partnerships and by honoring local knowledge, they cultivate resilient communities and inspire the next generation of agricultural innovators. eClose Institute eClose Institute’s mission is to make medically relevant scientific discoveries using an education platform that embraces equality and empowers participants to contribute ideas, life experience and experimental data to improve disease treatment. Equal Hope Equal Hope is an organization dedicated to saving lives and improving quality of life by eliminating health inequities. This organization challenges the status quo in striving to understand the context of people’s lives and the barriers they experience to help them achieve better health outcomes for their lives. Through research, quality assessment and improvements, advocacy, education, and patient navigation, they approach health holistically to achieve sustainable outcomes and true health equity. Food For Free Committee Food For Free improves access to healthy food through establishing innovative programming and partnerships to overcome barriers and strengthen the community food system. They believe that access to healthy food is a fundamental right. Grassroots Gardens of Western New York (GGRWNY) The missions of GGRWNY is to share knowledge, powers, and resources to grow health food, heal systemic harm, and strengthen neighborhood connections through community gardens. Greater Providence YMCA (GPYMCA) GPYMCA builds healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, through inclusive programs and relationships grounded in core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Programs are intentionally designed to close equity gaps in health, education, and wellness. GPYMCA serves individuals and families across all life stages and income levels, including medically vulnerable and underserved populations. Hearts of Valor INC Hearts of Valor’s missions it to keep the heart pumping through advocacy, collaboration, education, and support. Ibn Sina Foundation Ibn Sina Foundation ensures the health of the community by providing integrated, preventive, and primary care in a clinical setting through the dissemination and application of health-related knowledge, thereby enhancing the quality of life for future generations. India Home India Home is a non-profit organization dedicated to addressing the needs of and empowering the South Asian and Indo-Caribbean senior immigrant community in New York City through culturally competent services. At India Home’s centers, seniors find community and resources through a diverse range of programs and activities. Programs include congregate meals, creative aging programs, case management programs, and educational talks on health, nutrition, financial safeguards and elder law. La Colaborativa La Colaborativa empowers the Latinx community, enhancing social and economic health, and holding institutional decision-makers accountable. Lancaster County Food Hub At the heart of the Lancaster County Food Hub’s (LCFH) work is a strong commitment to meeting basic human needs, fostering respectful relationships, and connecting neighbors with supportive services in a nurturing and welcoming environment. Guided by their vision of a Lancaster County where every individual is supported and empowered to live with dignity and stability, they strive to not only provide immediate relief but also to create pathways to lasting self-sufficiency. Maryland Foundation of Dentistry (MFD) MFD is dedicated to improving oral health outcomes and preserving dental function for one of the state’s most vulnerable populations: adults with intellectual, physical, and/or developmental disabilities who are unable to afford the cost of dental care. Maternity Care Coalition (MCC) The missions of MCC is to improve the health and well-being of pregnant women and parenting families and enhance school readiness for children 0-3. MCC achieves this through direct service, advocacy, and research, in collaboration with individuals, families, providers, and communities. Medical Motor Service of Rochester and Monroe County, Inc. Medical Motor Service of Rochester and Monroe County’s mission is to provide specialized transportation for community organizations, as well as individuals with disabilities and special needs to improve their independence and quality of life. Milwaukee Consortium for Hmong Health (MCHH) MCHH’s mission is to create a thriving and healthy Southeast Asian and Hispanic community by empowering families through education and screenings. MCHH utilizes established community health workers and focuses on addressing health disparities related to cancer and chronic disease among the Hmong, Bumese, Karen, Karenni, Lao, and Hispanic populations living in Milwaukee, WI and other areas if needed. Mission Hospice and Home Care Mission Hospice and Home Care is delivering compassionate support and exceptional care in the home for individuals and communities, guiding them with choice and dignity to navigate significant care decisions. North Alabama AHEC (NAAHEC) The mission of the NAAHEC is to improve healthcare access, quality, and equity in rural and underserved communities across North Alabama. They strengthen the health workforce - particularly through the development of community health workers by providing comprehensive training, resources, and advocacy. By fostering strong community partnerships and promoting healthcare literacy, NAAHEC aims to address disparities, improve outcomes, and cultivate a healthier future for North Alabama. Our Neighbors’ Table Hunger comes in many forms. Our Neighbors’ Table is committed to establishing a community that provides for the whole person with nourishing food, kindness and dignity. Panhandle Breast Health Panhandle Breast Health works to decrease breast cancer deaths by providing education and reducing financial barriers to increase screening rates. Pitney Meadows Community Farm Founded in 2026, Pitney Meadows Community Farm’s mission is to celebrate and explore agricultural education, healthy food production, and recreation. Located on 166 acres in the heart of the city of Saratoga Springs and preserved in perpetuity as a working farm, Pitney Meadows is a unique resource. Prince William County Community Foundation (PWCCF) PWCCF’s mission is to create a stronger, healthier, and more connected community by addressing critical needs in food insecurity, health & wellness, scholarship, and philanthropy. PWCCF is committed to empowering individuals and families through equitable access to nutritious food, comprehensive healthcare, educational opportunities, and community-driven support. By fostering partnerships and promoting sustainable solutions, PWCCF aims to enhance the quality of life for all, ensuring a brighter future for every member of their community. Raytown Christian Church (Raytown Summer Lunch Ministry) Raytown Summer Lunch Ministry’s mission is to provide nutritious and kid-friendly meals to children during the summer months when they are not in school and receiving school meals. Regents of the University of California, Davis UC Davis Health is improving lives and transforming health care by providing excellent patient care, conducting groundbreaking research, fostering innovative, interprofessional education, and creating dynamic, productive partnerships with the community. RSVP Volunteers RSVP Volunteers creates and runs unique community programs powered by skilled volunteers to advance education and wellness for all ages and strengthen nonprofits through capacity-building and volunteer services. Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, in collaboration with partners, provides dignified, equitable and consistent access to nutritious food, creating a foundation for community health. The Icla da Silva Foundation The mission of the Icla da Silva Foundation is to save the lives of patients whose only cure is a bone marrow transplant by providing financial, emotional, and logistical support to remove barriers to treatment. There With Care of the Bay Area Founded in 2012, the mission of There With Care of the Bay Area is to provide a wide range of meaningful and fundamental services to children and families during the critical phase of a medical crisis. Universal Community Health Center Universal Community Health Center’s mission is to provide quality and accessible healthcare to under-served communities and to provide a patient centered model of care to empower communities towards wellness. West Cancer Foundation West Cancer Foundation breaks through barriers to cancer care and improves patient outcomes by providing accessible patient resources, early detection and education, and community-based research. Westside Family Healthcare Westside Family Healthcare’s mission is to improve the health of communities by providing equal access to quality healthcare, regardless of ability to pay. National Strategic Collaborations Foundation of Asthma and Allergy Impact Rescue (AAIR) The mission of The Foundation for Asthma and Allergy Impact and Rescue (AAIR) is to make sure that every child is rescued at school, healthy at home, and connected to care. Family Reach Foundation Family Reach is a nonprofit that provides non-medical financial support to families facing cancer. Cancer treatment requires more than medicine — families need a roof over their heads and food on their tables to survive. If a family can’t meet these basic needs, cancer treatment takes a back seat. They work with patients, providers, and community organizations to challenge the systems that force families to choose between their health and their home. LUNGevity Foundation LUNGevity Foundation is transforming what it means to be diagnosed and live with lung cancer through research, advocacy, and community. This mission brings them closer to their vision: a world where no one dies of lung cancer. Association of Black Cardiologists The Association of Black Cardiologists is dedicated to preventing and treating cardiovascular disease, including stroke, through education, research, advocacy, and community engagement, striving for optimal health for all by eliminating disparities. Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF) The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation’s (CCF) mission is to find a cure and improve the quality of life for those affected by cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer). Founded in 2006, in Salt Lake City, UT, by a family who lost a loved one to cholangiocarcinoma, CCF has grown to become the leading global resource in research, education, and public awareness. ZERO Prostate Cancer Zero Prostate Cancer’s mission is to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, awareness, education, and support. GO2 for Lung Cancer GO2 for Lung Cancer relentlessly confronts lung cancer on every front, every day, for everyone. As the nation’s leading lung cancer advocacy organization that was founded by patients and survivors, they are dedicated to increasing survival and quality of life for those at risk, diagnosed, and living with lung cancer. National Minority Quality Forum The National Minority Quality Forum (NMQF) is a national 501(c)(3) with a mission to reduce patient risk for all. Young Survival Coalition (Breast) Young Survival Coalition supports the young breast cancer community and ignites global collaboration to improve quality of life worldwide. Black Women’s Health Imperative Black Women’s Health Imperative’s mission is to solve the most critical health issues that Black women and girls face through innovative programs, transformative research, and lifesaving policies.
Entertainment Update Feb. 11-18
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Will the World Cup in Kansas City bring business 'spillover' to nearby cities? Columbia plans on it
Although Kansas City's six World Cup matches will be hosted at Arrowhead Stadium, local leaders believe Columbia, Missouri, will also benefit as visitors travel before and after games — as long as businesses are prepared.
Two Columbia businesses honored for creating inclusive workplaces for people with disabilities
The two Columbia businesses were honored by Boone County Family Services for creating inclusive workplaces for people with disabilities.
Following advocacy from Columbia affiliates, Trump reverses course on effort to ‘strangle’ science research funding
Following recent advocacy efforts by Columbia affiliates, President Donald Trump signed a spending deal Tuesday that includes billions more in funding for the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention than his 2026 budget proposal. The increase marks a major break from the president’s previous efforts to gut science agencies that fund research at Columbia and universities across the nation.
The No. 1 Heart Disease Symptom a Cardiologist Never Ignores in Her Own Body
A cardiologist at the Columbia Women's Heart Center shares the heart disease warning signs she looks for in her own body, including the most alarming symptoms besides chest pain.
Mizzou Athletics, Missouri Orthopedic Institute, MU Health Care Form Advanced Medical Partnership to Care for Student-Athletes - University of Missouri Athletics
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Mizzou Athletics, Missouri Orthopedic Institute, and MU Health Care have announced a landmark collaboration that will significantly enhance m...
Columbia college features new pitch competition at 7th annual B.L.A.C.K Business Expo
Columbia College, Saturday, in partnership with the James and Anelle Whitt Entrepreneurial Development Foundation, held the seventh annual B.L.A.C.K or Business
Columbia city, business leaders send relief supplies to help North Mississippi
About one dozen full pallets of water was loaded on a National Guard transport truck Saturday, for delivery to families displaced by the winter storm.
Black Business Expo creates welcoming environment for businesses to grow
At the Columbia College expo, many buisness owners noted the uniquely welcoming setting and collaborative opportunities.
Minority-owned businesses showcased in seventh annual expo at Columbia College
The seventh annual Business Leaders Alliance Cultivating Knowledge expo showcased a variety of local minority-owned small businesses.
Nwoko's 21 helps LSU survive South Carolina 92-87
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) Mike Nwoko scored 21 points as LSU outlasted South Carolina 92-87 in overtime on Saturday.
Delivra Health Brands Announces Appointment of New Director
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - January 30, 2026) - Delivra Health Brands Inc. (TSXV: DHB) (OTCQB: DHBUF) ("Delivra Health", "Delivra" or the "Company"), a consumer packaged goods company uniquely positioned in the health and wellness sector, is pleased to announce the appointment today of John Barrett as a director of the board of directors of the Company (the "Board"). Mr. Barrett was previously a senior executive with Frito Lay and PepsiCo, and served as Chief Commercial...
Business Insider wins first duPont-Columbia Award
Columbia Journalism School has named Business Insider a 2026 duPont-Columbia Silver Baton winner.
WSOC-TV & KFF Health News Win Prestigious duPont-Columbia Award
The SSA's practice left millions of Americans, including some in the Carolinas, facing unexpected financial hardship and prompted sweeping policy changes in the nation’s capital.
Thunderbird Entertainment Receives Final Order Approving Arrangement With Blue Ant
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, January 26, 2026--Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. ("Thunderbird" or the "Company") (TSXV: TBRD) (OTCQX: THBRF), a global award-winning, full-service multiplatform production, distribution and rights management company, announces that the Supreme Court of British Columbia issued a final order today in connection with the previously announced plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia) (the "Arrangement") pursuant to which Blue Ant M
Thunderbird Entertainment Awards Moose Toys as Global Master Toy Partner for JAM Media’s BeddyByes
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Goldgroup Announces Business Combination with Gold Resource Corporation to Create a New, Mexican-Focused Precious Metals Producer
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - January 26, 2026) - Goldgroup Mining Inc. (TSXV: GGA) (OTCQX: GGAZF) ("Goldgroup" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive arrangement agreement and plan of merger (the "Arrangement Agreement") with Gold Resource Corporation (NYSE American: GORO) ("GRC"), whereby Goldgroup has agreed to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of GRC's common stock (the "Transaction").Transaction DetailsPursuant to the..
Longtime DC Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton is ending her reelection campaign for Congress
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Pender Growth Fund Portfolio Company, General Fusion, Announces a Proposed Business Combination
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Saturday Science: Building Community Through STEM Exploration Uptown
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Johnson, Knox lead balanced South Carolina past Oklahoma 85-76
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The Trump administration has pushed universities all over the country to act against student protesters.
Teaching About Schooling: Integrating Education Politics into Political Science Curricula -
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Institute of Global Politics Launches American Democracy Initiative
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MU Health Care welcomes first babies of 2026 in Jefferson City and Columbia
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Columbia wins 90-82 over North Florida
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) Kenny Noland had 27 points in Columbia's 90-82 victory over North Florida on Sunday.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan Hosts Columbia University Students for Discussion on Public Health Leadership - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan announced today that it hosted 40 Master of Public Health students from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public
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Eighteen Democratic-led states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit Tuesday challenging a new Trump administration policy seeking to bar transgender care for minors at federally-funded hospitals.
Maine among 19 states suing HHS over youth gender-affirming care
Nineteen states and the District of Columbia have sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, its Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and its inspector general over a declaration that could complicate access to gender-affirming care for young people.
More than a third of states sue HHS over a move that could curtail youth gender-affirming care
Nineteen states and the District of Columbia have sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, its Secretary, Robert F.
Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. Announces Filing and Mailing of Information Circular and Receipt of Interim Order in Connection With Plan of Arrangement With Blue Ant Media Corporation
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, December 22, 2025--Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (TSXV: TBRD, OTCQX: THBRF), ("Thunderbird" or the "Company") a global award-winning, full-service multiplatform production, distribution and rights management company, is pleased to announce that it has filed its management information circular (the "Information Circular") in connection with Thunderbird’s upcoming special meeting (the "Meeting") of the holders (the "Shareholders") of Thunderbird’s common shares
Mahmood Mamdani’s 'Slow Poison' centers politics of belonging in postcolonial Uganda : NPR's Book of the Day
Mahmood Mamdani — a professor of government at Columbia University and the father of Zohran Mamdani, NYC’s next mayor — has spent decades researching colonialism and its effects on the African continent. His work is both political and personal, influenced by his own experience in Uganda as an exiled citizen deemed nonindigenous by colonial structures. In today’s episode, Mamdani talks to NPR’s Leila Fadel about his newest book, Slow Poison, an account of colonial legacy in Uganda, the rise of the country’s modern autocrats, and the politics of belonging that surround it all.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookoftheday
SSM Health St. Mary's celebrates Christmas with annual Joy Day
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Jackpot Digital to Deploy Electronic Poker Tables at Two PENN Entertainment Properties in Mississippi
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - December 16, 2025) - Jackpot Digital Inc. (TSXV: JJ) (OTCQB: JPOTF) (Frankfurt Stock Exchange: LVH3) (the "Company" or "Jackpot Digital")Jackpot Digital, the world's leading provider of innovative dealerless electronic poker gaming solutions, is pleased to announce that it has finalized installation agreements to deploy its Jackpot Blitz® dealerless poker electronic table games ("ETGs") at Boomtown Casino Biloxi and Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast in...
These orcas have dolphin sidekicks. Scientists have untangled why
Scientists say dolphins and orcas have teamed up to hunt salmon off British Columbia. It’s the first time such behavior has been documented between the two mammals.
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Columbia Borough police arrest the Grinch, say he threatened to ruin Christmas
This Grinch has been caught in Lancaster County trying to steal Christmas.
Oregon Says It’s ‘Open for Business’; Let’s Hope This Time It’s Real — Columbia Community Connection News Mid-Columbia Region
Governor Kotek is saying the right things. She’s acknowledging real problems. Now comes the hard part: steady, practical, bipartisan work to restore predictability, rebuild trust, and confront the housing, addiction, and mental-health challenges that touch every corner of the state.
Research finds nontraditional benefits may help retain young public health workers
New research from Columbia University suggests that nontraditional benefits, including flexible schedules and access to child care, may help keep public health workers under 35 on the job.
'Silence is not an option': Kat Cammack sides with constituent who obtained restraining order against Cory Mills
Lindsey Langston of Columbia County said the troubled Congressman threatened to release intimate videos post-breakup.
Commentary: What WA’s elections say about Oregon politics
Oregon political observers hoping to extract lessons of some kind from the votes of Nov. 4 aren’t completely out of luck thanks to their neighbor on the north side of the Columbia River Elections in various states this month drew national attention and pundits read them closely for longer-term implications, but not in Oregon, where […]