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Voting rights groups sue over USPS mail-in ballot rule
In just a matter of months before midterms and weeks before mail-in ballots are set to go out, a new federal rule is allowing the United States Postal Service to intercept and reject some mail-in ballots.
Bickley: How Arizona sports find their way out of the yuck
Arizona's sports landscape is in need of some big jolts amid all the bad luck that's hovered around the Valley's franchises in recent memory.
Health workers in Congo receive Ebola vaccine amid outbreak
Congo has started vaccinating people against Ebola to combat its worst outbreak on record. The campaign launched Thursday in Kisangani, Tshopo province.
The GOP’s underlying midterm problem: From the Politics Desk
Plus, MTV for Trump’s MAGA base?
The long afterlife of QAnon conspiracy theories haunting American politics
Ideas from QAnon’s conspiracy theory have appeared on government social media sites during Trump’s second term and continue to divide America amid social and economic crises.
Progressives Condemn Pick of Pro-Israel Democrat Atop House Panel
Outrage over making Representative Jared Moskowitz, who is vocally pro-Israel, the top Democrat on a Middle East policy subcommittee reflected the party’s rift over Israel.
Data center controversies have transformed midterms. Here's where different groups stand
Snowballing opposition to data centers in communities across the U.S. has transformed the midterm election landscape, thrown a wrench into the plans of the world’s richest companies and brought President Donald Trump to its defense.
As Oceans Warm, Children Face Growing Malnutrition Risk
In low- and middle-income countries, marine heat waves threaten children’s growth rates and lives, new research shows.
GTA 6's driving and car-jacking will be "more challenging", Rockstar says, amid a seemingly big push for realism
Rockstar has apparently revamped the series' pick-up-and-play systems for something much more involved - but will it get in the way of the fun?
Enbridge to buy Houston pipeline co.'s crude oil business in $600M Permian deal
Enbridge is buying Houston-based Salt Creek Midstream's crude oil business in the Permian Basin.
Trump directs federal government to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America
President Trump signed an executive order on Thursday directing the federal government to rename Lake Ontario amid an escalating trade dispute with Canada .
Lake Lure business given eviction date as legal dispute with town continues
The owners of a Lake Lure business said they have received an eviction date amid an ongoing dispute with the town.
Trump signs order renaming Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' in the U.S.
The move comes amid a trade fight with Canada
Carlos Alcaraz favored at US Open with Jannik Sinner injured
The return of Carlos Alcaraz and the absence of Jannik Sinner has had a significant influence on US Open betting futures. Alcaraz, the reigning champion, is +250 to retain his title according to DraftKings odds as of midday Thursday.
Trump is preparing to blame the GOP for the midterms
President Donald Trump has never taken kindly to losing elections. He’s often tried to explain it away by citing bogus claims of mass voter fraud. But now he’s lining up a new scapegoat.
As data center criticism grows, focus turns to NC Senate race
The construction of massive data centers around the country has become a significant issue in the midterm elections with a growing number of political candidates taking a stand against them.
What does it mean to be a Texas Republican in 2026? It depends who you ask
As Republicans prepare for the party's first national midterm convention in Dallas, we asked Texas Republicans what — and who — defines the Lone Star State's GOP in 2026.
Sony finally has a cheaper OLED to compete with midrange Samsung and LG TVs
The Bravia 6 is Sony’s first OLED TV with four HDMI 2.1 ports.
Phillies news: Philadelphia may get big pitching boost before playoffs
The Philadelphia Phillies are competing for a National League Wild Card spot. Left-handed relief pitcher Tanner Banks is currently out with a left forearm strain , however. Banks has not pitched since early July because of the injury but is expected to return in “mid-to-late September” according to MLB.com. Banks began his rehab assignment on […] The post Phillies news: Philadelphia may get big pitching boost before playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Supporting State and Local Health Policy Leaders Through High-Stakes Change
News article: Welcoming 2026-27 Milbank State Leadership Program Cohorts Improving health outcomes through gubernatorial transitions and amid significant federal
Driver provides priceless service to mental health patients
Blue Olson is a driver for Sanford behavioral health, and it’s his job to bring patients to their appointments in Bemidji.
I tried the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE early. It’s best feature just might be the price
Our tech reviewer just got to try Samsung’s latest mid-range phone, and he thinks the Galaxy S26 FE offers a solid set of features and specs for its price.
Greenland research institutions halt new US collaborations citing mistrust
Although US President Donald Trump still harbours ambitions to take over Greenland, for US researchers his actions seem to have had the opposite effect. Over the summer, Greenland’s two largest research institutions, the Greenland Institute of Natural Resources and the University of Greenland, both announced policies of not starting new research projects with US researchers.Both institutions cite a mistrust of the US as a motivation for the decision. At the University of Greenland, the change of policy has already led to the rejection of specific proposals for new collaborations, rector Mari Kleist told Science|Business. “The reason is the changed political situation between the US and Kalaallit Nunaat [Greenland], and the uncertainty that the American interest in Kalaallit Nunaat has created,” she said.For the Greenland Institute of Natural Resources, a partially state-funded environmental research institution, the decision was also prompted by a lack of trust in US intentions. In a July interview with local broadcaster KNR, director Josephine Nymand cited concerns about data ownership, US “influence operatives” and social media monitoring of researchers entering the US.The Greenland Institute of Natural Resources has long collaborated with the US National Science Foundation (NSF). The policy change will not affect these existing partnerships but will apply to collaborations with new, “unknown” partners, Nymand said. At the University of Greenland, the policy is the same.The changes come amid proposals of severe cuts to the NSF, which would likely also see the US research presence in Greenland reduced. In spite of this, when asked about the Greenlandic policy change, the NSF remained optimistic of its continued presence in Greenland.“We are grateful to our partners in Greenland for their collaboration in advancing scientific knowledge and training the next generation of researchers. NSF remains committed to the long-term collaborations with Greenland that enable scientific research near communities and on Greenland’s ice sheet,” an NSF spokesperson told Science|Business.Fewer US researchers in GreenlandMost research published on Greenland is on natural science topics such as the cryosphere, ice dynamics, permafrost and climate change. In recent years, US researchers have been the most prolific publishers on Greenland.The US research presence in Greenland goes far beyond the capital of Nuuk, where the two research institutions are located. It includes the Pituffik Space Base in northwest Greenland, various projects in settlements and research stations along the coast, as well as research stations on the Greenland ice sheet itself.The largest of these sites, Summit Station, is located at the highest point of the Greenland ice sheet, about 3,200 metres above sea level, and since the 1980s it has been used for drilling cores out of the ice sheet. These ice cores provide valuable information on the global climate going back at least 100,000 years. About 30 kilometres from Summit Station, the Danish-led Greenland Ice-core Project (Grip), funded by the European Research Council, is also drilling ice cores. Although they initially competed, the relationship between the two research teams has “long been amiable,” Jørgen Peder Steffensen, a Danish researcher who has been part of Grip for more than 40 years, told Science|Business.However, since Trump took office in early 2025, Steffensen has noticed a reduction in US research in the country. “Several of our American partners did not make it into the field this year. Their field seasons were cancelled because they lacked the budget,” he said.He ascribed part of the reduction in US researchers to a renovation of Summit Station. “A very large share of NSF funding has gone into renewing the station. Money has been taken from research and allocated to rebuilding it,” he said.A report published in August by Arctic Hub confirms Steffensen's observations of fewer US researchers. It shows that US research publications on Greenland took a dip towards the end of the period spanning 2015 to 2024. In 2024, before Trump took office, the number of publications had fallen from an average of about 250 articles a year, to just 164, second behind Canada at 169.Data from the NSF logistics provider Battelle also shows a reduction in US research presence in Greenland in recent years. In 2023, Battelle counted 48 projects across 78 locations, but in 2025 that number had fallen to 40 projects across 38 locations. And while relations with US personnel in Greenland have remained strong, some tensions have arisen since Trump took office. “On a personal level, there is nothing. But it’s hanging in the air. It hangs unspoken,” Steffensen said.Cutting ties with US researchers entirely would come at a higher cost for the ice core researchers than the Nuuk-based institutions. To get cargo to and from their bases, both Grip and Summit Station rely on unique, ski-equipped Hercules LC-130 aircraft operated by the New York Air National Guard. Without these, maintaining a research base on the Greenland ice sheet would not be viable on current budgets, Steffensen said. “[If the Hercules planes were not available], we would have to think outside of the box. We would have to use smaller planes, and we would have to build a base closer to the coast. But staying in our current location would be too expensive and it would create a huge carbon footprint,” he said.Suspicious people in NuukIn her explanation of the severed US ties, Greenland Institute of Natural Resources director Josephine Nymand compared the decision to past situations when the institute had to cut ties with China and Russia, the latter due to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. And although the current situation is less severe, the comparison reflects the seriousness with which Nuuk sees the US threats. “From Greenland’s perspective, the US may not look so different from Russia right now: a much larger neighbouring power threatening to invade,” Lin Alexandra Mortensgaard, a researcher of international politics in the Arctic at the Danish Institute for International Studies, told Science|Business. “From a European perspective, it is not a comparable situation, because we are entangled with the US on all possible fronts and do not want to destroy more than is absolutely necessary. But from Greenland’s side, there may well be a need to send a clear signal to the US,” she went on. Suspicions have been fuelled by instances of Trump-affiliated people in Greenland trying to persuade Greenlandic citizens to support a US takeover. The most prolific among them is Tom Dans, a former venture capitalist and pecan farmer who was appointed by Trump as the chair of the United States Arctic Research Commission. Observers fear that he is now using research to achieve a US takeover.“Greenland is a small society with a small population, so when Americans with unclear affiliations wander around, trying to be good friends with people, and you don't know what they want, that creates mistrust. This probably played into the research institutions taking these drastic steps,” Mortensgaard said.Related articles:The US ‘golden age’ science strategy: what Europeans need to knowEU polar research melts into the backgroundAnchor Greenlanders in Arctic climate research, experts tell EU ahead of policy updateAnd although Greenland’s population is small at just 57,000, for Mortensgaard, it serves as a microcosm for the geopolitical situation as a whole: global powers fighting for their interests to the detriment of the common interest. Arctic research already suffered when collaborations with Russia broke down in 2022, she said, so a split with the US would be a serious hit to climate science.“The Arctic climate system does not respect borders or geopolitical divides. When collaboration across those lines suddenly becomes impossible, it is a huge problem for knowledge production,” she said. European alternatives?The Greenland Institute of Natural Resources is funded partly by research grants from external sources like the NSF. To replace the US funding, the institute will have to look for alternative revenue sources, and Nymand said that she is looking to Europe for those. Aside from Denmark, of which Greenland is formally a part, she also noted increased interest in research collaborations from the UK, France and Switzerland. Kleist of the University of Greenland told Science|Business that it was too early to say if the severed US ties would lead to more collaborations with Europe. Meanwhile, Mortensgaard believed that the tensions in Arctic research could well leave room for closer European partnerships, or stronger links with Canada. “I spoke to Canadian researchers who had long-standing relationships with American colleagues and who collaborated with the US Navy, but who had gotten worried that their data on sea ice could be used if Trump suddenly decided to follow through on his threats of invading,” she said. “Like Canada, I think Greenland is considering creating closer ties to Europe and I think European capitals will be open to this,” she said.
Arts and entertainment events happening August 27th-29th across the Mid-Ohio Valley
Here is a look at all the arts and entertainment events happening this weekend across the Mid-Ohio Valley.
FDA pick could reheat abortion politics before midterms
Republicans could dodge backlash over abortion rights by delaying.
Trump’s Strength in Primaries is Clear. The Midterms Pose a Different Test.
The president’s pull with the party base has been clear and his resources are vast. But his low approval ratings make him a liability with swing voters.
Utility investment analysts ding Indiana amid 'political intervention,' potential profit cuts
Energy companies warn of the potential impacts of investor distrust as Gov. Mike Braun calls on them to "deliver" to earn higher profits.
Republicans worry Trump’s midterms convention will flop
President Donald Trump has touted his one-of-a-kind midterm convention as the spectacle his party needs to reenergize voters and alter its political fortunes ahead of the midterms.
Qantas shares jump after earnings as airline unveils new business-class seats
Qantas shares jumped 4% after the airline reported full-year earnings and introduced new business-class seats amid strong demand for premium travel.
Vikings’ Carson Wentz Doesn’t Hold Back on J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings are in the middle of another QB battle to determine who is their backup behind Kyler Murray. After losing the battle to Murray, J.J. McCarthy was given the QB2 status, but after two preseason games and training camp practices, that might be at risk.Veteran QB Carson Wentz could be looking to take […] The post Vikings’ Carson Wentz Doesn’t Hold Back on J.J. McCarthy appeared first on HEAVY.
Shenandoah County Fair offers nine days of entertainment, competition and community
The Shenandoah County Fair returns Friday for nine days of music, midway rides, livestock shows, agricultural exhibits, food, family activities and grandstand entertainment.
FBI searches Quality Behavioral Health facilities in Detroit, Troy, amid federal investigation
Midlands business leaders gather for first Columbia Area Development Partnership Breakfast
The first annual Columbia Area Development Partnership Breakfast was held on Wednesday.
FBI searches Quality Behavioral Health facilities in Detroit, Troy, amid federal investigation
The FBI searched several locations connected to Quality Behavioral Health on Tuesday, including facilities in Troy and Detroit, as part of an active federal investigation, officials said.
Idaho high schoolers learn to lead campus mental health efforts at Boise State summit
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Vikings Announce JJ McCarthy Plans Amid Big Questions on Future
The Minnesota Vikings made clear the immediate program for quarterback JJ McCarthy who is currently the subject of considerable rumors. The post Vikings Announce JJ McCarthy Plans Amid Big Questions on Future appeared first on HEAVY.
I launched a Buy Canadian marketplace amid US tariffs; traffic surged
Toronto entrepreneur Valerie Crisp built a Buy Canadian marketplace amid US trade tensions. When things heated up, daily traffic nearly tripled.
Yankees sign All-Star reliever amid Fernando Cruz injury news
The Yankees made a few notable roster moves before tonight's game.
Chicago Bears Receive New Darnell Wright Update Amid Injury Concerns
The Chicago Bears have received a new update on All-Pro right tackle Darnell Wright amid new injury concerns ahead of the 2026 NFL season. The post Chicago Bears Receive New Darnell Wright Update Amid Injury Concerns appeared first on HEAVY.
Buc-ee’s says it will prioritize ‘conservative, business-friendly’ states amid pushback over logo lawsuits
Gas station and travel center chain Buc-ee’s said it will seek out “conservative, business friendly” states for new locations after receiving pushback over its decision to go after small busi…
The Don’t-Mention-the-War Midterms Strategy
The shift to an economic pressure campaign could also push the conflict out of the minds of voters.
Christian Gonzalez Frustrated With Patriots Amid Contract Talks
Christian Gonzalez is not happy with the New England Patriots.
Feel-good factor important for impressive Sarmiento
Jeremy Sarmiento's goal and assist for Middlesbrough in their win over Doncaster, has brought praise from former Boro midfielder Neil Maddison.
Monaco have enquired about Tottenham Hotspur target Pape Matar Sarr
AS Monaco have made an enquiry about Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Pape Matar Sarr (23), as per a report from Fabrizio Romano. Monaco are preparing potentially for a departure in midfield before the en...
Boston Scientific hit by cyberattack causing ‘disruptions’ to parts of its business
This year has seen a growing number of medtechs hit by cyberattacks, and now Boston Scientific has become the latest victim. In an SEC filing posted Aug. 26, the medtech giant said it had detected a “cybersecurity incident” the day before. The incident has affected certain parts of its information technology systems, something that “has resulted in a global disruption to the company’s operations.” The incident has hit not just its information systems but also its business applications, which “support aspects of the Company’s operations,” it said in the filing. This includes its ability to process and ship customer orders. Boston Scientific said it is working to restore the systems, but the timeline remains unknown. Related Baylor Genetics hit by cybersecurity attack targeting patient, staff information As the company investigates the incident, it remains unclear how significantly its business will be affected. “Accordingly, the Company has not yet determined whether the incident is reasonably likely to have a material impact.” The company’s shares were down 3.5% in premarket trading as the news broke. This adds another layer of pressure for the medtech, which last month revealed a new global restructuring program that starts this year and is slated to be completed by 2029. The company said at the time that it “does expect some headcount reductions to result from these restructuring activities,” but did not provide any numbers or specify areas where the cuts may be made. It added, however, that new jobs are also set to be “created in areas of growth.” It was also forced to cut its sales guidance in Q2, saying in late July that it now expects full-year 2026 organic revenue growth of 5% to 6%, down from its previous guidance of 6.5% to 8%. Boston Scientific is one of a growing number of life sciences companies, notably medtechs, that have been hit by cyberattacks this year. These include Abbott, iRhythm, Medtronic and Stryker, as well as Big Pharmas Amgen and Novo Nordisk.
What Darline Graham’s Republican Runoff Win Means for November Elections | WSJ Politics Newsletter for Aug. 26
Plus, Canada hits back at U.S. with new tariffs amid growing trade war, and CIA director makes a surprise visit to Moscow.
A bike ride across the Gordie Howe bridge gave me hope for civility
Free Press Contributing Columnist Randy Essex describes a bike ride across the Gordie Howe bridge amid acrimony between the two nations.
“Beginning of the End”: Fans React as SEC Statement Clears Eligibility Rules Amid Dae’Quan Wright’s Return
The SEC has laid down a huge marker when it comes to the eligibility of players returning to college, finally putting out a statement that seemingly makes it clear that players who have been a part of professional leagues like the NFL and NBA will not be able to return to college for another year of eligibility. The statement reads as follows and is an attempt to clamp down on players who have been seeking extra eligibility via the legal route.
Barry Manilow taking 'quick break' from touring amid health issues
Barry Manilow was "pushing a little too hard" during recent gigs and is taking some time out to recuperate.
Six Humboldt Middle Schoolers Get a Week of Hands-On Science at Tech Trek Camp
Local students dusted for fingerprints, built circuits, and studied exoplanets during a STEM camp sponsored by the Humboldt branch of AAUW, with a couple of them already eyeing future careers in…
Trump admin pauses visa appointments worldwide amid heightened screening for applicants
The State Department paused all visa interviews at embassies and consulates worldwide as officers undergo training on new public charge guidance.
Liverpool's midfield is fragile - will they act in the window?
Liverpool's draw at Newcastle emphasised once again their midfield fragility but will they act in the market and bring in a defensive-minded player?
Holy Waldschmidt! Dbacks 5, Cubs 4
Mark Grace perhaps said it best in the postgame show when he said, “Im not sure we have seen a more unlikely Dbacks win the season” The almost Dback Clay Holmes shut this Dbacks offense down for 7 innings. The Dbacks had a deal in place for Holmes per multiple reports but the deal fell […]
Canadians Unveil Major Change At Bell Centre
The Montreal Canadiens have routinely been regarded as enjoying arguably the top home ice advantage not only in the National Hockey League, but in North American professional sports.Bell Centre has routinely been described by Canadiens players and opponents alike as an intimidating and special atmosphere to play in thanks not only to the history forever […] The post Canadians Unveil Major Change At Bell Centre appeared first on HEAVY.
British Business Bank’s small business loans hit £4bn
Executive pay jumps at the state-owned bank amid questions over its underwriting of commercial banks’ lending
3 Secret Service officials put on leave amid investigation into "potential misconduct"
The Psychology of Tribalism Is Damaging Politics
Since he first walked this earth, man has organized himself into tribes. There is safety in numbers and, along with physical and practical advantages, comes the most appealing benefit: belonging.Politics is no different. With the midterm election looming, examining the psychological forces and incentives that drive tribal behavior can help us understand political movements and electoral outcomes.For most of the human species, the feeling of belonging isn’t just a desire; it is a biological and psychological necessity. We are, after all, social creatures.
Paranormal Activity: Nightmare Entertainment
More of a Broadway scream machine than a drama, Paranormal Activity opened Tuesday in its New York premiere at the August Wilson Theatre, where the title burns in blazing letters across a midnight-blue show curtain. The screaming starts even before the performance begins because extremely loud rock music continuously blasts through the already twilit auditorium...
trump midterm ads MAGA own record
Some Republicans welcome his involvement but whether voters will is another question.
Funding cuts 'devastating' N.Y. victim assistance programs
Senate Republicans are speaking out amid the cuts, urging Gov. Kathy Hochul in a letter to increase funding for these assistance programs.
3 Secret Service officials placed on leave amid misconduct investigation
Three Secret Service officials, including the agency’s director of communications, have been placed on leave as an investigation into potential misconduct unfolds, a source familiar with the decision told CNN. The nature of the alleged misconduct was not immediately clear.
Column: Why I loved Dolly Parton and her Dollywood
CHICAGO — In the middle of Dollywood — a theme park in the Smoky Mountains that I have visited 50 times or more — there’s a replica of the one-bedroom
Business owners squeezed as costs rise, profits fall, Minneapolis Fed survey finds
Most businesses in the Upper Midwest report that their profits are down from last year, according to a new survey from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis.
Election Live Updates: South Carolina and Oklahoma Primary Runoffs Will Test Trump's Influence
Darline Graham, the sister of the late Lindsey Graham, has President Trump’s backing in her bid for the South Carolina seat. Oklahoma is also holding primary runoffs.
EV registrations up 42% through first half of 2026
The number of electric vehicles (EVs) registered in Arkansas spiked 42% in the first half of this year compared with the same period in 2025 amid rising gas prices. By...
Manchester United sign Carlos Baleba from Brighton for $88.6M
Manchester United signed former Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba to a five-year contract, with a one-year option, the Red Devils announced Tuesday.
MTSU actuarial science program earns international attention while expanding student opportunities
Middle Tennessee State University’s Actuarial Science Program is strengthening its national reputation while expanding opportunities for students to prepare for careers in one of the nation’s most specialized and in-demand professions.
‘This is obviously a very, very lucrative business for them’: Somali pirates are back—the Iran war is keeping the US too busy to stop them
Brett Erickson, a managing principal at Obsidian Risk Advisors, says Somali pirates have a lower risk of American retaliation because of resources in the Middle East.
How Trump's trade war with Canada could rattle states with key Senate races
President Donald Trump’s trade war with Canada is escalating as the midterm elections approach, threatening Republican efforts to address voters' economic concerns in a year when control of the U.S. Senate hinges on states along the border between the United States and its northern neighbor.
Midfielder Danny Colaprico signs new contract with the Houston Dash
The Houston Dash are bringing back the NWSL legend.
Politics & Power: Congress in flux — New faces, high stakes, shifting power
Rick Mullaney, head of the Jacksonville University Haskell Public Policy Institute, joins News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton on this week’s episode of Politics & Power to discuss the November midterms. How new faces, new fault lines, and turnover and turnout could decide the Congressional balance of power.
Dick’s Sporting Goods’ Stock Sinks 16% Toward Worst Day In 3 Years—Here’s Why
The sports retailer cut its profit outlook amid a “challenging” market.
Dallas to pay nearly $2 million on security for Republican midterm convention
Dallas will pay nearly $2 million on police to provide security for a midterm Republican convention in September, officials said Monday.
Trump floats renaming Lake Ontario amid dispute with Canada
Canada and the United States share one of the world’s largest trading relationships, with deeply integrated supply chains.
Trump floats renaming Lake Ontario amid dispute with Canada
Canada and the United States share one of the world’s largest trading relationships, with deeply integrated supply chains.
Florida, hard-hit by Obamacare drop-off, feels the squeeze of rising healthcare costs
ST. CLOUD, Fla. (AP) — Florida chef Elijah Button was chopping onions in June when his knife slipped and sliced his middle finger to the bone.
A look inside Iran: Professor outlines sentiment, cost pressures & politics
Seyed Emamian from Tehran Polytechnic University and co-founder of Iran's Governance & Policy Think Tank discusses daily life in Tehran amid the war, and why he thinks Iranians now see no chance of a peaceful deal with President Trump.
Mojtaba Khamenei seen, heard in rare video amid health concerns
A new video of Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has surfaced amid growing mystery over his health, appearance and whereabouts.
‘You certainly hate to hear it,’ says Soulard business owner amid recent violence in area
St. Louis police investigate possible link between two Soulard deaths from Monday morning while business owners are frustrated over crime
Salute Our Heroes: Topeka teacher brings ocean science lessons back from NOAA program
Jardine Middle School educator Amelia Black spent 12 days aboard a ship in the Gulf as part of a NOAA Teacher at Sea program
Paraguayan doctors launch a five-day national strike amid a collapsed health system
Paraguayan doctors started a five-day national strike on Monday to demand better working conditions, pay adjustments, and more medical supplies amid a worsening health crisis in the South American country, where seven out of ten people rely on public healthcare.
California voters divided over election integrity ahead of midterms
California voters are deeply divided along party lines about whether they believe the vote will be conducted fairly
California voters divided over election integrity ahead of midterms
California voters are deeply divided along party lines about whether they believe the vote will be conducted fairly
Police investigating deadly fight at Hayward business
Just before midnight Saturday, police were called and alerted to a fight happening at a business on the 300 block of Winton Avenue.
Kevin Byard praises Christian Gonzalez’s character amid contract talks
Patriots safety Kevin Byard has been impressed with the way that Christian Gonzalez has handled his ongoing contract negotiations.
Live Results: Oklahoma's midterm primary runoff
Oklahoma Republicans will return to the polls Tuesday to settle an expensive nomination fight for governor, while Democrats will pick a nominee for U.S. Senate.
Opinion | Forcing women to drink at business dinners has no place in modern China
The alleged assault of a female employee in Hangzhou exposes how such unsavoury practices persist amid Beijing’s anti-extravagance campaign.
Supreme Court clears the way for Trump mail voting order
It is unclear how much his administration can implement before the fast-approaching midterm elections
Mizzou Meat Market opens at new meat science lab, expands retail offerings
The Mizzou Meat Market on the University of Missouri campus opened in mid-August. Bryon Weigand, the director of the Michael L. Parson Meat Science Education and Training Lab, tells Brownfield the new market is larger than the previous location in Columbia. “It’s located South of the Trowbridge Livestock Center, a pretty big footprint, but it […]
Supreme Court clears the way for Trump mail voting order ahead of midterms
The U.S. Postal Service laid out how it would implement the order last week, but time is running short to impose major changes with some states beginning to send mail ballots to voters in just a few weeks.
Trump scores Supreme Court win on mail-in voting restrictions before midterms
The Supreme Court’s order clears the Trump administration to immediately enforce revised mail-ballot restrictions in 23 states ahead of November’s midterms.
Supreme Court backs Trump’s order to curb mail ballots
The Supreme Court on Monday said that President Donald Trump could begin carrying out parts of an executive order intended to restrict mail voting, but additional legal challenges could hinder implementation of his plan before the November midterm election.
Supreme Court backs Trump’s order to curb mail ballots
The Supreme Court on Monday said that President Donald Trump could begin carrying out parts of an executive order intended to restrict mail voting, but additional legal challenges could hinder implementation of his plan before the November midterm election.
Disney Tightens Spousal Health Benefits as Industry Costs Surge
The entertainment giant joins a growing list of major employers scaling back coverage amid a projected 11 percent rise in 2027 healthcare costs.
‘The Gentlemen’ renewed for season 3 amid Meghan Markle casting rumors
Guy Ritchie’s ‘The Gentlemen’ has been renewed for a third season at Netflix amid rumors that Meghan Markle has been cast in the series.
Walter’s TWG taps Goldman lawyer Markowitz amid federal probe
The former co-head of litigation and regulatory proceedings at Goldman, Markowitz joins Mark Walter's holding company as the firm faces a U.S. Department of Justice investigation.
Why politicians are punchlines at the Edinburgh Fringe
There was a time when satire had an easier gig. Politicians said something ridiculous, comedians made fun of them, audiences laughed, and everyone went home. Subscribe Now the joke is often the headline. In a world where the unbelievable regularly makes the news, where politics can veer into parody before the comedians have had time to write the punchline, you might reasonably wonder: is satire running out of material? Not in Edinburgh. At the Fringe, I can confirm satire has a pulse, even in a relentless and rapid news cycle. Politicians as punchlines Take NewsRevue, the world’s longest-running live sketch show, where politicians are turned into punchlines at industrial speed. Its latest target? Andy Burnham - or, more accurately, his doppelganger, pictured below in the middle. The joke, he tells us, is that there have been so many politicians coming and going that even satire risks suffering from political fatigue. But perhaps that revolving door is precisely why comedy matters. When the news cycle moves faster than our ability to process it, comedians can hold up a mirror - and make us think twice. Small talk Take Ayoade Bamgboye, the Saturday Night Live UK star who won the Best Newcomer prize at last year’s Edinburgh Comedy Awards. Her Fringe debut was critically acclaimed; this year she is turning her attention to one of Britain’s most baffling social rituals: small talk. Share It’s a reminder that satire doesn’t always need a politician in its sights. Sometimes the target is simply us civilians - the strange little rules and rituals we have collectively agreed to pretend are normal. Politics and Palestinian identity For British-Palestinian comedian Sami Abu Wardeh, pictured below, comedy has a more urgent job. His new show, Sami Abu Wardeh Hates You, asks who gets to hate, and whether anger belongs to everyone, not just the far right. His comedy confronts politics and Palestinian identity while refusing to surrender the simple business of making people laugh. Shakespeare meets climate crisis And then there is HAM: an “eco-hijacking” of Hamlet, which its creators describe as “a sordid wrestle between a vegan and a sausage-lover”. Shakespeare meets the climate crisis. Meat meets moral panic. The end result? You’ll leave promising to become vegan and swiftly bulk buying Linda McCartney sausages. HAM was created by theatre company Hotter Project, aka Ell Potter and Mary Higgins, pictured below. They say comedy helped them avoid the preachiness sometimes associated with climate activism - using Shakespeare as a vessel for uncomfortable questions about the planet, politics and the way we live. Perhaps that is satire’s secret weapon. It doesn’t necessarily make the world less absurd. It makes the absurdity crystal clear. And at a moment when reality increasingly feels like it has been written by a sketch writer, the Fringe is proving there is still plenty to laugh and cry at. Satire isn’t dead. It’s alive, subletting and having the time of its life at the Fringe. Subscribe Share Channel 4 News Leave a comment
This Week: SF Politics, Bike East Bay Volunteer Night, SFMTA Photo Archive
Here is a list of events this week. Tuesday SF Politics 101 with Joel Engardio. SF Politics 101 is a look at how local politics work and the history that shaped San Francisco—brought to life with visuals and narrative storytelling. Tuesday, August 25, 6-7:15 p.m. SPUR Urban Center, 654 Mission Street, S.F. Register to attend. Tuesday Bike East Bay Volunteer Night. Tackle projects while socializing with fellow advocates. Snacks provided. Tuesday, August 25, 6-8 p.m. Bike East Bay Office, 466 Water Street, Oakland. Wednesday SFMTA Photo Archive and Peter Hartlaub. Go back in time for an evening of photos, stories and conversation with the Chronicle, Mayor Art Agnos, and S.F. Muni. Wednesday, August 26, 5:30 p.m. Gray Area Foundation / Grand Theatre, 2667 Mission Street, S.F. Get tickets. Wednesday Smart City Cycling. Join the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition for a presentation for people interested in biking but intimidated by urban traffic plus anyone already riding who wants to hone their skills. Wednesday, August 26, 6-7:30 p.m. Anza Branch Public Library, 550 37th Avenue, S.F. Thursday Member Repair Party. Join the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition and learn how to repair your bike. Thursday, August 27, 5-7 p.m. San Francisco Bicycle Coalition, 1720 Market Street, S.F. RSVP required. Saturday The Bay Ride. Circumnavigate the San Francisco Bay while raising funds for cycling infrastructure that makes streets safer for everyone. Saturday, August 29, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Starts at Sports Basement Presidio, 610 Old Mason Street, S.F. Saturday Flat Fix Clinic for Students and Families. Join the Safe Routes to School team at the Marina Branch Branch Library for a hands-on flat fix clinic. Saturday, August 29, 2-3:30 p.m. Marina Branch Public Library, 1890 Chestnut Street, S.F. Got an event we should know about? Drop us a line.
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