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NBA Screwed Timberwolves Out of 4-0 Start vs Cavs
The Minnesota Timberwolves lost to Cleveland in overtime, and referees got real weide late, especially on the Mitchell vs Kuminga no-call.
Steelers disrespected in new NFL power rankings from ESPN
A new NFL power ranking from ESPN doesn't do the Pittsburgh Steelers' 5-2 start to the season justice.
Gina Hinojosa wins court order to review Abbott-Musk emails, Gov. Abbott appeals
A judge has ordered the governor to let his Democratic opponent inspect unredacted communications with billionaire Elon Musk.
Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 restock signals good news for launch day buyers
📅 The Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 releases on Thursday, October 27 🚨 Our Zelda Switch 2 restock tracker @mattswider on X will send out an alert when stock appears 😲 Nintendo Store held a surprise restock yesterday, which is good news for other retailers 🙏 It suggests other retailers may be holding back launch day stock, too Walmart: Zelda Switch 2 console Best Buy: Zelda Switch 2 console GameStop: Zelda Switch 2 console Target: Zelda Switch 2 console Nintendo: Zelda Switch 2 console 🚨 We’re tracking Zelda Switch 2 stock updates. If you’d like to know when more stock arrives, follow Matt Swider on X and turn on notifications. You can also become a free or paid subscriber to The Shortcut to help support our work. 🚨 🚨 Want the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2? Drop your email for restock alerts before it sells out. ⤵️ Subscribe We predicted that a Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 restock would happen on launch day, October 29, and we’re now even more confident after the Nintendo Store’s surprise restock yesterday. Our followers were the first to know that the Zelda Switch 2 was back in stock at the Nintendo Store, and the console even promised to arrive on launch day if you managed to secure one. [ Matt Swider (The Shortcut)@mattswider ](https://x.com/mattswider/status/2114758291322757239?s=20) Zelda Switch 2 console in stock at the Nintendo Store nintendo.com/us/store/produ… 4:37 PM · Oct 26, 2026 · 67K Views 18 Replies · 4 Reposts · 75 Likes It strongly suggests that other retailers such as Walmart, Target, GameStop, Amazon and Best Buy will have more units – albeit in limited quantities – on launch day for those who currently don’t have a pre-order. Retailers often hold back stock for launch day buyers who haven’t pre-ordered. Cancellations can also occur in the run up to release, meaning more stock is made available that was previously snapped up. Zelda Switch 2 restock – why Walmart will have stock Walmart historically holds back extra stock for launch day, and we’re expecting the same to happen on October 29. As the largest retailer in the US, it usually has the biggest stock allocation, and Thursday and Friday mornings is when the retailer tends to offer restocks online. As we mentioned previously, Nintendo was also a retailer to watch – and it went live with a restock earlier than we thought. It had previously promised the Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 would be “replenished”, and it offered a limited amount of stock for those who were lucky enough to snag one. (Hint: Followers of Matt Swider on X and our restock tracker were first in line.) We’re expecting other retailers like Target, GameStop and Amazon to get a new wave consoles on launch day, and we’ll notify you if and when any Zelda Switch 2 restocks appear. Why you should follow our Zelda Switch 2 restock tracker Remember when you couldn’t find a PS5 for nearly two years? Not our followers. We helped over 400,000 people buy Sony’s console when it was in and out of stock, and we’ve since made it our goal to help our subscribers bag hard-to-find times. We’ve done the same with the PS5 30th anniversary edition, Nintendo Switch 2, and many more in-demand products. With up-to-the-second US store inventory checks, The Shortcut and Matt Swider on X offers exclusive Zelda 40th anniversary Switch restock updates. You’ll also receive an instant notification on X (if set to on) as soon as new stock arrives. Up next: Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock looks increasingly likely at Nintendo Store Subscribe Adam Vjestica is The Shortcut’s Senior Editor. Formerly TechRadar’s Gaming Hardware Editor, Adam has also worked at Nintendo of Europe as a Content Marketing Editor, where he helped launch the Nintendo Switch. He also runs a retro gaming YouTube channel called Game on, boy! Follow him on X @ItsMrProducts.
Scientists are using sharks to forecast hurricanes. The secret lies in what they track beneath the waves.
Researchers at the University of Delaware are using specialized telemetry tags on sharks to measure ocean heat and improve hurricane intensity forecasts along the East Coast.
Trump-Appointed CDC Deputy Director Jennifer Shuford Resigns After 4 Months
Dr. Jennifer Shuford, a respected former Texas health official, had been appointed by President Trump to help steady the agency.
Not even an MBA can save Gen Z and they know it—now U.S. business school applications have plunged 25% as job prospects dim
Business school is becoming a tougher sell for Gen Z, even as graduates of top MBA programs land jobs with median base salaries of at least $175,000.
Susan Saint James
FILE - Susan Saint James attends the SNL50: The Anniversary Special in New York on Feb. 16, 2025. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)
On Demand: Reflecting and Moving Forward Together ─ Region 7 Maternal Health ECHO® Session 5
Watch Session 5 of the Region 7 Maternal Health ECHO series to explore how to sustain momentum, strengthen partnerships and continue advancing maternal health efforts.
Named after Tolkien's Balrog, this cave cricket unknown to science turned up in a man-made tunnel on a tiny Greek island - Futura-Sciences
Scientists exploring an artificial underground tunnel on a small Greek island have discovered a new species of cave cricket, revealing that even human-made structures can shelter wildlife previously unknown to science. The newly identified insect has been named Dolichopoda balrogi, a reference to the fearsome Balrog, the subterranean demon featured...
Pirates Shouldn't Disrespect Brandon Lowe With Qualifying Offer
It would be bad business.
Encompass Health Corporation (EHC) Helped Drive Madison Small Cap Fund’s Healthcare Outperformance in Q3 2026
Madison Investments, an investment advisor, released its “Madison Small Cap Fund” Q3 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The Fund outperformed its small-cap benchmarks during the third quarter of 2026, despite a challenging environment for quality-focused investors as speculative AI-related stocks retreated, inflation remained persistent, and rising bond yields […]
Star Gazing: Inside ESSENCE’s 2026 Black Women In Business Celebration
Sponsored by L’Oréal Groupe, the annual luncheon welcomed leading entrepreneurs to Madam C.J. Walker’s historic estate in New York to celebrate four accomplished women making an impact in their respective industries.
Police seek suspect in armed robbery of west Asheville business
Asheville police are asking the public to help identify a suspect who robbed a business at gunpoint Saturday, Oct. 24.
Business Badger Beat: How studying abroad changed my global perspective
Wisconsin School of Business senior Azuri Lawson talks about fulfilling her goal of studying abroad in college while staying involved on campus.
Business, Society, and Seven Flights: Reflections from My First Recruitment Tour Across India
Michael R. Myers, SOM’s director of admissions for strategic priorities and community engagement, traveled to five cities to meet prospective MBA students and explore the country’s vibrant economy and culture.
Ancient fish, modern science: Rice researchers go fishing in Houston’s backyard
A few dozen miles from the Gulf of Mexico, in a river winding through the Houston area, a fish with a lineage stretching back tens of millions of years was waiting beneath the surface. When it took the bait, Rice University researchers got the chance to bring the specimen back to the lab.
The secret to slower aging may be hiding in your gut
The secret to aging more slowly may be hiding in your gut. Scientists discovered that certain gut bacteria are strongly linked to how quickly the body ages, with microbial differences accounting for about 15% of the variation in biological aging rates. Some bacterial species were associated with slower aging, while others were linked to accelerated aging.
Arthur Street Elementary School learns about the magic of science
Arthur Street Elementary School recently delighted second-grade students and their parents with a special magic show that brought the wonder of science to life. Under the direction of interventionists Angela Hoffman and Tara Masias, Joe…
Anthropic's IPO is risky business
Anthropic's much-anticipated IPO is giving potential investors some perspective on the risky business of artificial intelligence.
Lisa Demuth’s ‘Somali gangs’ campaign ad draws accusations of racism
A campaign ad by Minnesota gubernatorial candidate Lisa Demuth faces accusations of exploiting racial bias, while a Somali Republican says it addresses specific crimes.
‘More than just math and science’: LeTourneau University hosts prospective engineering, aviation students - Longview News-Journal
Aspiring engineers and pilots from 18 states traveled to Longview this past weekend to learn about LeTourneau University’s engineering and aviation programs. On Saturday, high school seniors from across the […]
RB Anthony Tyus III all smiles after Panthers' defensive debacle
Carolina's rookie running back/special-teams player is making splash plays despite limited NFL opportunities.
Notre Dame Opponent Preview: Navy Midshipmen
Tradition and respect take center stage at Gillette Stadium as the Fighting Irish face a struggling Midshipmen squad fighting for bowl eligibility in this historic 99th meeting.
That bag of frozen berries may be healthier than you think
Whether it’s fresh or frozen, fruit always offers a range of important nutrients – though the specifics depend on which fruit you're choosing.
Anangu traditional owners and scientists join forces to understand mass plant dieback at Uluru
A new collaborative research project between Anangu, the traditional owners of Uluru, and plant scientists has uncovered the physiological traits that helped some species of desert plants survive a mass ...
Amid 2028 speculation, Wes Moore urges Marylanders to back him on redistricting
Maryland’s Democratic governor is fighting a tough campaign in his state — and it’s not his re-election effort.
Lions, Cowboys Get Trade Deadline Take on Raiders’ Maxx Crosby
With the Las Vegas Raiders having lost four straight games and now at 3-4, the trade speculation regarding Maxx Crosby is heating up as the Nov. 10 trade deadline approaches. Now, the Raiders could quiet that speculation down with a win over the New York Jets in Week 8 to move to 4-4. Nonetheless, losing […] The post Lions, Cowboys Get Trade Deadline Take on Raiders’ Maxx Crosby appeared first on HEAVY.
Nebraska announces blackout theme against Washington
Nebraska football announced a blackout theme and special uniforms for this Saturday's game against Washington.
Bad spatula contributed to low rating at Athens bistro
Find out why two Athens restaurants received scores of 80 on recent health inspections.
NOV NIBJ: Gratitude: The business of giving back
As leaders in the business sector, we often find ourselves focused on future prospects. However, it is crucial to occasionally pause and reflect on what we already have ― and acknowledge those who have helped make it possible.
Celtics’ Payton Pritchard gives Mike Conley Jr. ultimate veteran praise
Payton Pritchard has played alongside plenty of talented teammates with the Boston Celtics, but Mike Conley Jr. has quickly earned a special place in his eyes. After powering Boston to a 134-99 rout of the Chicago Bulls on Monday night at TD Garden , Pritchard went out of his way to praise the 20-year veteran, who saw some late action in his home […] The post Celtics’ Payton Pritchard gives Mike Conley Jr. ultimate veteran praise appeared first on ClutchPoints.
GlobalServiceLinker Announces Strategic Consortium for Next-Generation Hospitality and Entertainment Concept
The company brings together international investment expertise, experienced developers and engineering specialists to advance an ambitious destination concept.
I’m a brain expert. Here’s why we must treat Alzheimer’s like cancer
Our series The Expert View brings you specialist health advice from professionals. Here, Dr Emer MacSweeney, a consultant neuroradiologist and co-founder of Re Health, explains why early diagnosis and access to new treatments could transform Alzheimer’s care.
Fujifilm Instax Mini EVO 2 Announced – the X100 of the Instax World
Fujifilm has just announced the Fujifilm Instax Mini EVO 2 hybrid Instant camera, a camera definitely inspired by the X100 design with some neat features like a print lever, film filter and more. In my eyes, this makes it the aesthetically best looking camera in the Instax World. You can check out specs and price…
Anthropic IPO: AI catastrophe could exceed insurance capacity
The Claude maker’s prospectus also reveals an FTC investigative demand, uncapped indemnities and a $1.5bn copyright settlement its insurance didn’t fully pay for
Scientists video REM-like sleep in Australian jumping spider species
The most comprehensive study of its kind confirms that jumping spiders go through two phases of sleep, including a REM-like state that is associated with human dreaming.
Payton Pritchard Leads Celtics to Dominant Win Over Bulls
The Boston Celtics delivered one of their most impressive performances of the young season Monday night, defeating the Chicago Bulls 134-99 at TD Garden. Behind a spectacular performance from Payton Pritchard and another strong showing from Jayson Tatum, Boston pulled away in the second half to secure a convincing 35 point victory. The win improved…
Principal’s small business benefits arm posts 10% sales growth in a softening market
Specialty benefits loss ratio holds below target range as Beam Benefits adds its first customers
Lexington Mexican restaurant reopens after health department closure
The South Broadway location of Jalapeno’s was shut down on Oct. 14 after an inspector found evidence of live roaches and rodents.
Autauga County Sheriff’s Office bolstering mental health staffing by creating new position
The Autauga County Sheriff’s Office is expanding its response to mental health emergencies with a new, specially trained position.
Dallas' Colossal raises $200 million to genetically engineer military dogs
The hunter gatherers who first selectively bred wolves for specific tasks 11,000 years ago could never have seen this coming. Last Thursday, a joint venture between Dallas’ Colossal Biosciences and
Rancho Cordova city council to hold public hearing on proposed sports and entertainment complex
Rancho Cordova residents can attend a special city council meeting tonight to learn more and share their opinions on the proposed Downtown Dova sports and entertainment complex.
Rancho Cordova city council to hold public hearing on proposed sports and entertainment complex
Rancho Cordova residents can attend a special city council meeting tonight to learn more and share their opinions on the proposed Downtown Dova sports and entertainment complex.
The Science Behind Your Reaction to Art
The Honolulu Museum of Art is showing how art can influence thinking, perspective and mood, in an exhibition that is part of a trend by museums to mix science and art.
CopperPoint completes $84 million General Indemnity Group deal to build national surety business
The Arizona workers’ comp specialist now owns a surety carrier and a digital bond platform licensed in all 50 states, and says it is adding capital to grow the business.
Former Padres Prospect Is Now A World Series Starter
The San Diego Padres got beat by a former prospect in the playoffs, and Robert Gasser is starting in the World Series.
Dozens of Los Angeles County restaurants temporarily closed due to vermin, other health violations
Dozens of restaurants and markets across Los Angeles County were forced to temporarily close their doors this month after inspectors discovered health code violations. The violations ranged from in…
NEO Surveyor’s Sunshade Gets Inspected
The large sunshade of NASA’s Near-Earth Object (NEO) Surveyor is mounted on an assembly ring during inspections in a clean room at BAE Systems Space &
Solar Cells Inspected on NASA’s NEO Surveyor
The large sunshade of NASA’s Near-Earth Object (NEO) Surveyor mission is inspected by a technician at BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems in Boulder,
Blue Frog founder John Campbell named group CEO of Avidly
Avidly, a global technology services company specializing in customer relationship management and go-to-market solutions, appointed Blue Frog Founder John Campbell as group CEO, effective Oct. 7. Campbell leads the company, which has nearly 300 employees across nine countries, from its North American offices in Waukee. He will continue serving as CEO of Blue Frog. Campbell…
Fearless Podcast: Special episode: Power of Fearless
Earlier in 2026, Jenna Feeney wrote an essay for Fearless about how she’s counteracting the risks she faces because of adverse childhood experiences. She had learned about ACEs from a previous essay published in Fearless in 2023, written by Krista Tedrow. It wasn’t planned, but on the day Jenna’s column ran in Fearless this past…
Paul Pfeiffer on the Spectacle of Politics
“Perhaps the stadium is actually the replacement for the UN as a symbolic gathering point to conduct world politics,” the artist told Hyperallergic in an interview.
The Monday Perspective can get used to that.
What a fun season and what a remaining schedule for Minnesota
LuminoCity Expands Its B2B Entertainment Business, Showcasing Immersive Experience Solutions at IAAPA Expo 2026
/PRNewswire/ -- LuminoCity Festival (LuminoCity Inc.), an immersive entertainment company specializing in large-scale light shows, animatronic attractions, and...
A Game Saving Block Earns Blake Herold an Award
Blake Herold Earns Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week
What Do the Midterm Election Results Mean for Health Care?
On November 5 at Noon ET, join KFF for a special post-election discussion and live podcast taping on these topics and more. KFF experts and journalists will provide analysis and insights about what the election results could mean for health policy and take audience questions. Part of the discussion will focus on public opinion survey data on how voters weighed health care as they went to the polls nationally and in the four states with abortion-related ballot initiatives.
Top 100 Lawyers
2027 April Top 100 Lawyers DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2027 Now in its sixth year, this program honors the firm attorneys shaping business in Los Angeles. From navigating complex deals and high-stakes matters to championing mentorship and community service, these professionals exemplify legal excellence. Specialty awards offer additional opportunities to recognize outstanding […]
Guide to the classics: Machiavelli’s ‘audaciously honest’ The Prince reveals how politics works
In an era when political campaigns are a mix of strategy, spectacle and survival, Machiavelli’s The Prince is a straight-talking classic.
Last week’s Springfield restaurant health code violations, Oct. 19-23
Health inspectors conducted routine inspections of various restaurants in Springfield and Republic between October 19 and October 23, identifying several priority and nonpriority violations.
Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock tracker: we’re watching these retailers
🎮 Nintendo will release a Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller on October 29 💰 It costs $99.99, the same as other limited editions 📅 A restock could occur on launch day at Walmart and Best Buy 🚨 Our Zelda Switch 2 Pro Controller restock tracker @mattswider on X will send out an alert when stock appears Walmart: Zelda Pro Controller Best Buy: Zelda Pro Controller Amazon: Zelda Pro Controller Target: Zelda Pro Controller GameStop: Zelda Pro Controller Nintendo is releasing a special limited edition Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller to celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda series. It releases on October 29, 2026, which is when we expect to see a long-awaited restock of the hard-to-find controller. 🚨 We’re tracking Zelda Switch 2 Pro Controller stock updates. If you’d like to know when more stock arrives, follow Matt Swider on X and turn on notifications. You can also become a free or paid subscriber to The Shortcut to help support our work. 🚨 The Switch 2 Pro Controller features the same striking gold and royal emerald color scheme of the Nintendo Switch 2 The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary edition, and also includes a fun little easter egg on the back: an 8-Bit Link. 🚨 Want the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller? Drop your email for restock alerts before it sells out. ⤵️ Subscribe This is the same Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller we’re used to, aside from the intricate design, but it means you’ll have to pay more as a result. It costs $99.99 instead of the standard $89.99. However, the Pro Controller is the easiest way to play the best Switch 2 games in TV mode. If you’ve been searching for a Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock, here’s everything you need to know. Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller should restock at these retailers We’ve seen retailers such as Walmart and Best Buy restock items on release day, even when pre-orders have sold out. It’s likely that the Zelda Switch 2 Pro Controller will be up for grabs on October 29, 2026, when the controller and console launches. Demand will be high, and stock could sell out fast. However, we’ll be keeping a close eye on every major retailer, including Target, Amazon, GameStop, and the Nintendo Store and will alert our followers as soon as stock goes live. Why you can trust our Zelda Switch 2 Pro Controller restock tracker We’ve already helped over 400,000 people buy a PS5 when it was in and out of stock during Covid, and we’ve helped our subscribers continue to secure hard-to-find items. The Shortcut followers were some of the first to secure the Switch 2 when it went on sale, and we’ve also helped countless others snag limited edition consoles like the PS5 30th anniversary edition. The Shortcut and Matt Swider on X offer exclusive Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock updates with up-to-the-second US store inventory checks at the biggest retailers. You’ll receive an instant notification on X (if set to on) as soon as new stock arrives. Up next: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 review roundup: ‘a strong return to form’ Subscribe Adam Vjestica is The Shortcut’s Senior Editor. Formerly TechRadar’s Gaming Hardware Editor, Adam has also worked at Nintendo of Europe as a Content Marketing Editor, where he helped launch the Nintendo Switch. He also runs a retro gaming YouTube channel called Game on, boy! Follow him on X @ItsMrProducts.
Mac DeMarco review – glowing melodies and shirtless antics at Carnegie Hall
After winning over gen Z, the cult indie rocker makes the historic venue swoon with introspective anthems and a Michael Jackson cover
Spooky Science Carnival Ticket Giveaway
Win a Family (4) Four Pack of Tickets to the Spooky Science Carnival at the Science Spectrum. This “spooky, not scary event” will be held on Friday, October 30th, from 5:00pm-9:00pm all throughout the museum. This event is perfect for those looking for a safe Halloween alternative and a fun, educational party all rolled into one!
Mid-Columbia Ballet prepares for 50th anniversary of "The Nutcracker"
RICHLAND, WA. — For 50 years, the Mid-Columbia Ballet has brought the holiday classic The Nutcracker to audiences in the Tri-Cities. This year, the organization is celebrating that milestone with 144 dancers, new costumes and months of preparation to bring the beloved production to life. The annual performance is a major undertaking for the dancers, instructors and volunteers who work behind the scenes to make the show possible. Rehearsals span 13 weeks, with dancers practicing four days a week for multiple hours at a time.This year’s production will feature new costumes for the Waltz of the Flowers, including a sequence with as many as 25 dancers on stage at once. The show also brings together performers across generations, including adults who have been part of the production for more than 20 years. For Artistic Director Debra Rogo, the preparation begins long before the curtains open.Rogo has been involved with the Mid-Columbia Ballet for 40 years and says planning for The Nutcracker takes place throughout the year. While organizing a production of this size requires significant time and effort, she says watching young dancers grow and develop a passion for ballet makes it all worthwhile. “It’s why I do this,” Rogo said. “It is overwhelming ina good way. To be able to share into their lives and watch them develop a love of this art form and the hard work … it makes me very proud.”Rogo’s decades of involvement reflect the lasting impact the production has had on the local dance community. For many performers, The Nutcracker is more than a seasonal performance. It is an opportunity to build skills, create relationships and become part of a tradition that continues year after year.While the dancers spend weeks rehearsing their routines, a large team of volunteers works behind the scenes to support the production.More than 100 volunteers are involved this year, helping make the performance possible. Their contributions reflect the range of people who come together to support the arts in the Tri-Cities.Randy Haven, a longtime volunteer, says the sense of community is one of the things that makes the experience so special.“The people that you hear volunteering, it’s incredible,” Haven said. He described seeing people from different backgrounds working together backstage, from employees at Hanford to parents raising large families.Haven says that shared commitment creates a family-like atmosphere among the people involved in the production. For Rebecca and Torrie, the Mid-Columbia Ballet has been part of their lives since childhood. Both began dancing with the organization at age seven and have since returned as teachers, helping introduce the next generation to the art form.Their connection to the ballet has continued into their adult lives, creating an opportunity to share their love of dance with younger performers.Torrie now has three daughters performing in The Nutcracker, giving her the chance to watch them experience a tradition that was also part of her own childhood.Being able to see her daughters participate in the production has made the experience especially meaningful, she said.Although audiences can see productions of The Nutcracker in major cities such as New York and Seattle, those involved with the Mid-Columbia Ballet say the local performance offers something distinctive.The community atmosphere allows audiences to experience the production while supporting local performers and the people who dedicate their time to the arts.Rebecca says experiencing a live performance alongside other people is particularly meaningful in a world where so much time is spent looking at screens.She believes live art gives people an opportunity to connect with one another through a shared experience.The ballet’s production also gives local dancers the chance to perform for their community while continuing a tradition that has been part of the Tri-Cities for five decades. When to see ‘The Nutcracker’ in RichlandThe Mid-Columbia Ballet will present its 50th-anniversary production of The Nutcracker Dec. 10 through Dec. 13 in Richland.Tickets go on sale Nov. 1. Audiences can look forward to seeing 144 dancers, new costumes and the work of more than 100 volunteers come together for the holiday production.COPYRIGHT 2026 BY APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED.
PAHO and Special Olympics International sign framework agreement to advance inclusive health for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Washington, D.C., 26 October 2026 (PAHO) — The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and Special Olympics International (SOI) have signed a Framework Agreement to strengthen cooperation on health systems that are inclusive of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across the Region of the Americas.
House Democrats call on DOJ to name special counsel in Epstein case
The White House said it was “nothing more than a desperate attempt by crazed Democrats to distract Americans.”
📈 Monday data: The bottleneck isn’t intelligence
In the AI Investment Brief today: CapEx updates and lease commitment breakdowns Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark recently said in a speech at the IMF that the singularity has begun: For many years, researchers and science fiction authors have forecast a future in which AI systems drastically increase the pace of overall scientific and technical progress, making things move so quickly that it is hard for humans to keep up. They call this the singularity. I believe that this year we have gained convincing evidence that it has now begun. This follows Anthropic’s claim that in August, 26% of its AI R&D was led by Claude, with a human supervising its work. In October, OpenAI posted 719 math manuscripts1 made by its internal model. Math and coding are two fields where a research loop can close without leaving the desk. But can the loop close in the rest of science? Subscribe The loop is real The idea is not new. Mathematician Irving John Good, who had worked with Alan Turing at Bletchley Park, argued that a machine smarter than us “could design even better machines; there would then unquestionably be an ‘intelligence explosion,’ and the intelligence of man would be left far behind.” The Gödel machine, a self-improving computer that can rewrite its own code better than its prior, was first proposed in 2003. In 2025, researchers at Sakana AI and the University of British Columbia set out to show that this was possible. Their agents iteratively improved their own code through a feedback loop, resulting in gains of 30 pp on SWE-bench and more than 15 pp on Polyglot, testing coding skills beyond Python. The idea has since been tested in other labs. A Gemini-powered agent called AlphaEvolve found a faster matrix multiplication kernel used for training Gemini, speeding up the kernel by 23% and cutting Gemini’s training time by 1%. In China, MiniMax reported that its M2.7 model worked on improving its own agent’s harness, skills, sampling and memory. Over 100 rounds of rewriting led to a 30% gain, per its internal evaluations. In each case, what was being rewritten was not the model itself but everything around it. Is it better than human work? In September this year, in what seemed like a milestone, an AI-built agent proved as good at improving other AI agents as a human-built one. It did that in what appeared to be half the steps. But the result was inconclusive: the differences between runs were greater than the difference between the AI- and human-built agent results. Nonetheless, this is increasing the chatter around recursive self-improvement (RSI) in AI. Google’s Sundar Pichai said that “you have RSI loops along with AI researchers in various aspects of model development.” Sakana AI published a paper on RSI through multi-agent collaboration, finding that after two cycles its system scored 1.2–1.6x better per output token than the base model across four research benchmarks. Ramez Naam challenges that view. He splits AI self-improvement into five overlapping types. The first four describe how autonomous the AI is; so far, only types 1 and 2 have been observed. The fifth type describes accelerating returns, and he notes that greater autonomy doesn’t guarantee a takeoff scenario. Instead, each round of self-improvement would need to deliver at least as much as the last. The results from Sakana, AlphaEvolve and MiniMax above might look like type 3 or type 4 autonomy. But in each case, the AI wasn’t updating its own weights directly, only the ancillary parts — the harness, the memory. And where Claude leads its own R&D, for now a human still supervises.
Clemson NFL Draft Prospect Could Return to School in Stunner
This Clemson Tigers NFL Draft prospect could ultimately decide to return to school in 2027.
Cardiovascular Health in Girls and Women Compendium
Prevention and management of cardiovascular disease in women needs a new organizing framework. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in women and accounts for 1 in 3 deaths, yet women’s cardiovascular care has been fragmented across specialties, life stages, and clinical guidelines, leaving female-specific risk under-recognized and inconsistently managed.
Suspect shot after reports of break-in at Ashland businesses, police say
Ashland Police shot someone early Monday morning after responding to reports of a break-in alarm at a business.The person, who has not yet been identified, was
THE WEEK OF OCT 26, 2026
- FCC to discuss spectrum proposals - NOAA satellites under House Science scrutiny - NASA Science changes mission selection
A Collaborative Approach to Cancer Care at UVA Health
UVA Health highlights how breast specialists can help women assess risk, pursue screening and navigate personalized care before and after a breast cancer diagno...
Intuition pushed mom to keep checking for breast cancer
Michigan mom had no reason to suspect cancer. But instinct nudged her to find out for sure — and carried her through challenging treatments to remission.
Chautauqua County Encourages Residents to Step Up and Step Out for Lead Poisoning Prevention
MAYVILLE, NY – Lead can cause serious health problems, especially in young children. In Chautauqua County, lead paint in older homes is the number one source of lead exposure.
Fox Sports To Honor U.S. Military and Veterans During Special Broadcas
FOX Sports will honor the nation’s servicemembers and veterans during a special Veterans Day initiative Nov. 7–8, bringing two of its signature sports broadcasts to the U.S. Naval Academy
Health reports - The Daily Reporter
Hancock County Health Department inspects restaurants and public food establishments four times annually. The following inspections are based on information obtained from Retail Food Inspection reports and are routine inspections, unless otherwise noted. “R” denotes violations repeated from a previous inspection.
Augusta Mall coffeeshop barely makes a B grade: Health Scores
A coffeeshop in the Augusta Mall just barely scored a B on recent restaurant inspections. Find out why.
Augusta Mall coffeeshop barely makes a B grade: Health Scores
The following is a list of restaurants in Richmond and Columbia counties that were inspected Oct. 16-23, accompanied by their scores and, in some cases, the health infractions that lowered those scores. Scores below 70 are considered failing.
LLMs Recommend Far More Care Than Doctors
Sometimes a serendipitous study is just what the doctor ordered, especially when you need evidence to support your case on AI alignment.
Graphic Medicine: How Comics Are Transforming Healthcare
Graphic medicine pioneer Ian Williams highlights how comics can communicate medical experiences, build empathy, and offer perspectives beyond textbooks.
Amynta completes agribusiness push with Southern States acquisition
The deal adds a more than 70-year-old MGU and an exclusive reciprocal distribution arrangement to Amynta’s growing specialty platform
Emad Shash: Beyond Science, It’s the People Who Make ESMO Special
Emad Shash: Beyond Science, It’s the People Who Make ESMO Special / Amalya Sargsyan, Arpi Asminian, cancer, Emad Shash, ESMO, esmo 2026, ESMO 26, Mona
Pocatello business owner helps families impacted by Extreme Rush closure still get their night of fun
POCATELLO — When Extreme Rush suddenly closed and families were left holding gift cards meant for birthdays and special nights out, it didn’t sit right with Sloan Dalley.
Google appoints Anne Claire Grammer to Gemini mental health role | ETIH EdTech News
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BCM hosting special Nov. 13 show for America 250
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ESMO: Roche touts ‘convincing’ phase 3 KRAS data after win over rivals
Roche has shed more light on its investigational KRAS G12C inhibitor's phase 3 victory over Amgen’s Lumakras and Bristol Myers Squibb’s Krazati. The open-label Krascendo 1 trial enrolled 338 people with previously treated KRAS G12C-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Patients who had already received a KRAS G12C inhibitor or pan-KRAS/RAS inhibitor were excluded from the trial. Participants received either divarasib once daily, Lumakras once daily or Krazati twice daily. Roche announced back in July that divarasib had demonstrated statistically significant improvements in progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS), meeting the trial’s primary and key secondary endpoints. But the Swiss pharma had been holding back the detailed data until now. At the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress in Madrid, Roche revealed that median OS for the 167 patients who received divarasib was 17.7 months, compared to 12 months for the 171 patients who received Lumakras or Krazati. The benefit was similarly clear when it came to median PFS, which stood at 9.8 months versus 5.7 months, respectively. A total of 44% of patients receiving divarasib were alive without disease progression at one year, compared to 24% of the control group, according to Roche’s presentation. It was a similar story for the objective response rate, which came in at 58% for divarasib versus 32% for the control group, while median duration of response was 11.9 months versus 6.9 months. Stefan Frings, M.D., Ph.D., deputy chief medical officer at Roche Pharma, told Fierce that the data made for a “very comprehensive, strong package, which should be convincing to health authorities.” “It’s an important advance for patients with lung cancer,” Frings said in an interview at a Madrid hotel during the conference. “It's a second-line setting, and patients who receive divarasib benefit compared to the current first-generation KRAS G12C inhibitors by having far longer overall survival,” he continued. “They live longer. They have better progression-free survival, better response rates, and with a safety profile which is—if [anything]—even better,” he said. According to Roche, 4.8% of patients receiving divarasib discontinued treatment due to treatment-related adverse events, compared to 11.7% in the control group. Serious treatment-related adverse events were also less common with divarasib, at 7.8% versus 15.2%. Roche’s confidence in divarasib had been building even before this phase 3 success. The candidate had already shown better potency and selectivity than the incumbent KRAS G12C inhibitors Krazati and Lumakras in preclinical tests. After cross-trial comparisons suggested that the edge translated into better clinical outcomes, Roche axed a study comparing divarasib to the chemotherapy docetaxel and went toe-to-toe with Lumakras and Krazati. “We designed the drug on purpose with higher potency and better selectivity,” Frings explained. “So, based on preclinical models, we clearly knew it would be superior to the first generation.” “It’s honestly not so frequent that pharma companies go head-to-head,” he added. “But if you want to make a point, if you want to convince payers, prescribers and patients … then a head-to-head win is rather rewarding.” While Amgen and BMS reached the regulatory finish line first for KRAS G12C-mutated, locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC in 2021 and 2022, respectively, they have struggled to capitalize on their head start. Krazati brought in $55 million for BMS in the second quarter, while Lumakras delivered $111 million to Amgen. For its part, Roche is aiming for peak divarasib sales of 1 billion to 2 billion Swiss francs ($1.2 billion to $2.5 billion), according to Frings. The Big Pharma is currently recruiting patients into a phase 3 trial comparing divarasib plus Keytruda against Keytruda plus chemotherapy in previously untreated advanced or metastatic nonsquamous KRAS G12C-mutated NSCLC. Roche has previously suggested that sales in metastatic disease would account for most of the forecast. Frings was tight-lipped on the exact timeline for a regulatory filing but said the Swiss pharma is “certainly keen to get this to as many patients as possible around the world.” Roche has more RAS drugs coming up behind divarasib. The pharma has already launched phase 1 trials of a pan-RAS inhibitor called RG6505 and a KRAS G12D inhibitor dubbed RG6620 in solid tumors. Roche’s partner Chugai Pharmaceutical is also testing a pan-KRAS inhibitor called AUBE00. Roche has made a “deliberate effort” to test a range of RAS drugs, Frings said. “If you have many rare mutations and you are scrambling to find sufficient patients, a pan-RAS inhibitor makes a lot of sense,” he explained.
Campbell County health and food inspections (10/16/26–10/22/26)
GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Consumer Health Services Division of the Wyoming Department of Agriculture conducts inspections of retail food establishments throughout Wyoming (where there is not a local health department that does inspections) to help ensure safety of Wyoming residents. Campbell County establishments are inspected at least once a year by the WDA. All of […]
Laramie County health and food inspections (10/16/26–10/22/26)
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Cheyenne-Laramie County Health Department inspects restaurants, bars, convenience stores, delis, grocery stores, bed and breakfasts