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To win over working class voters, Democrats need to stop talking about democracy
Working class voters have moved away from the Democratic Party. Winning them back is key to the party's future, a new reports shows. But first, the messaging has to change.
The Science Behind the AI Panic Is Shakier Than You Think
A column by Sascha Lobo Is AI making us dumb? So asked DER SPIEGEL on its cover a while ago. After a few weeks of recovery and a therapeutic intervention with the help of my AI, I feel able to respond. That’s a bit unfair, of course; the article itself is more nuanced than the loud cover, the image of a schoolkid with dull prompt questions, or the subtitle: “AI is conquering the schools, and educators fear a disaster.” The short answer to “Is AI making us dumb?” is: no. The long answer is more interesting, and even carries a preliminary glimmer of the spectacular. Unfortunately, it requires a detour into the sphere of artificial intelligence, into the mogul-field terrain of technology assessment, the attention economy, and the destructive virus of cultural pessimism. Along with narrowing the scope to AI’s effects on education and work rather than on intelligence. Because the honest version of the question would be: Does AI help us learn and work, or not? Generative AI, which set off the still-ongoing hype with ChatGPT, has only existed in relevant distribution since late 2022, early 2023. For a technology-driven transformation of people and society, that is extremely short. For that reason alone, research is still in its infancy. And technology assessment is not a fast discipline anyway. Prominent voices from Elizabeth Eisenstein to RAND to Tom Wheeler say we still cannot conclusively judge the consequences of the printing press. Its invention is a mere 580 years back, and some scholars would rather not circulate assessments that might have to be retracted in two or three hundred years. We’re Going Through Growing Pains A phenomenon that already caused upheaval in social media research makes serious assessment of AI’s consequences even harder: the “moving target” problem of LLM-ology, as the linguist Sean Trott called it in 2025. AI develops so quickly and so unpredictably that researchers often end up studying snapshots of the past. There are concepts, from morphological analysis to anticipatory governance, for keeping research, planning, and regulation halfway meaningful anyway. But even with those, universally valid statements are rare. DER SPIEGEL - The German View is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe We should therefore treat findings about the interplay between humans and AI as far more procedural and situational. Unfortunately, this challenge comes at the worst possible time. We are going through growing pains: AI’s everyday impact has grown very large very fast, and with it the longing for guidance. Annoyingly, the body of solid knowledge has not exploded along with it. Experts cannot be moved to broad consensus on even banal statements about AI. Sascha Lobo, born in 1975, is an author and strategy consultant focusing on the internet and digital technologies. Together with Jule Lobo, he explores the debates of the day in the podcast “Feel the News – Was Deutschland bewegt” (”What Moves Germany”). Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says software developers are dying out. Bill Gates considers coders one of only three professions that will survive the AI tsunami. Top tech economists find virtually irrefutable arguments both for and against an AI bubble. The same naturally applies to the structurally youth-hostile debate over whether AI is good or bad for young people. The gap between the demand for insight and the supply of solid knowledge creates an orientation vacuum. This vacuum of AI cluelessness is filled, as the attention economy described by Georg Franck in 1998 would have it, with half-knowledge (funnily enough, often AI-generated), marketing, and self-marketing. After all, infinite money is at stake, along with academia’s best current shot at global fame. But this iridescent froth of interpretation operates more by the algorithmic principles of the digital public sphere than by seriously earned insight. That is why dramatized, fear-feeding claims about AI are so promising. It tempts parts of academia into distorted drivel, and parts of the media then sensationalize the published drivel once more. Was the Research Aimed at a Desired Result? How badly this can influence academia and public perception is demonstrated by one of the most-discussed studies on AI’s effects: “Your Brain on ChatGPT.” The MIT study by Nataliya Kosmyna also gets plenty of space in the SPIEGEL cover story. What was measured and interpreted: lower brain activity in people who write with AI assistance, compared to people who only google or write without any tools. As is common with preprints, the study has not yet been peer-reviewed, and it contains substantial weaknesses that experts have sharply criticized. The first round had 54 participants in three groups, the second only 18, who reportedly also came from MIT’s own orbit. There was no preregistration (committing in advance to what you want to find out with which data). In their analysis, Stanković et al. even discovered an opposite effect that the study does not further explain. Some measurement data has not (yet) been published. And the EEG analysis method used is considered too imprecise to support such far-reaching conclusions. The biggest criticism, though, is the suspicion of an activism-driven study. In an interview with Time, lead author Kosmyna said she published the study immediately, rather than after full peer review, because she feared politicians might otherwise decide to put ChatGPT in kindergartens. She considers that absolutely harmful. It is legitimate to hold such a view. It just seems unscientific to approach a study with it, and then to design the setup so that the chance of a fitting desired result remains as high as possible. Ideologies Collide It is not easy to separate genuine AI insights from studies that trivialize and weaken well-founded AI criticism. The same goes for the opposing, AI-enthusiastic narratives, because the pro-AI side works against it with billions in resources. Ideologies collide, fed by egos, PR strategies, moral posturing, and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. Doomsday marketing makes the search even harder: AI companies can profit from warnings about the dangers of AI, whether through the notoriety of apocalypse narratives or because, in some target groups, danger translates into power. Some seemingly negative findings are therefore quite welcome in the AI industry. If you try to get at the findings presumably less influenced by interest groups, the picture in education seems relatively clear: AI can improve educational outcomes when the right AI is used the right way, namely pedagogically. Simply dumping an AI chatbot into a classroom, by contrast, accomplishes little. Huge surprise. But something else is also obvious: whether they are allowed to or not, kids use AI for school, which is why the controlled integration of AI tools into education is, in the medium term, entirely without alternative. In the world of work, the landscape of findings is more complex and requires more differentiation. A series of serious studies points to an AI effect that suits neither the alarmists, regulation fetishists, and AI opponents, nor the trillion-dollar corporations with their armada of paid scientists, PR professionals, and ecosystems: working with AI helps the inexperienced (at least for now) considerably more than it helps the pros, in certain fields of work, and provided they know how to use it correctly. Missing Domain Knowledge Among the experienced, the professionals, and the high flyers, by contrast, despite frequent time savings, partially negative effects and new problems are emerging. Take the jagged frontier problem: AI solves task A brilliantly and fails completely at task B, even though both look similar even to professionals. Or the verification-cost problem, in which AI’s greater productivity gets eaten up by the enormous effort of checking its output. Or the illusion of competence, because AI makes new domains seem easily penetrable, until you painfully discover that deep domain knowledge is missing. Taken as a whole, the effects of working with AI do lean positive. But the promise that AI works as a turbocharger for everyone and boosts practically everything simply refuses to materialize. The AI magic the world has been feeling since ChatGPT arrived in late 2022 has so far barely shown up in most companies’ numbers. The consulting firm McKinsey has coined a term for this, the “gen AI paradox,” and believes that work processes and corporate structures would have to be rebuilt quite fundamentally to realize AI’s benefits at scale. Reuters just reported that only 3.3 percent of Microsoft’s customers have subscribed to the AI package Copilot. That may be down to the product; in other areas we continue to see soaring successes and new AI triumphs. But after the first quarter of 2026, disillusionment is the word for all too many AI projects at traditional companies: because the promised revolution of AI agents has so far failed to arrive or been postponed, and because of the leveling effect that many of the studies cited here suggest. Against Inequality The societal effects, on the other hand, appear rather encouraging. Many previous technologies operated on the Matthew principle, named for the Gospel verse about giving to those who already have: they tended to reward the more competent and more privileged. AI, however, seems more often to have an equalizing effect once a threshold of access and education is crossed. Some anecdotal insights point in this direction, for example, how an unemployed man in Leipzig successfully defended himself in court in 2025 against fraud accusations from Germany’s federal employment agency — without a lawyer, armed only with ChatGPT. The AI made mistakes and cited invented court rulings, but in the end the man walked away unpunished. And a key capability of artificial intelligence is its capacity to learn: set up correctly and fed with data, it can keep getting better. It is a question of time, or more precisely of AI innovations and training data, until even free AI chatbots write better legal briefs than law graduates with perfect exam scores. Whether that will make anyone dumb is something the world’s press will surely inform us of in due time. Subscribe Leave a comment
Babies in space; China’s first Fields Medal winners: 7 science highlights
From China’s plans on its Great Green Wall to having babies in space, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.
Glencore Increases Copper Production and Maintains 2026 Guidance as Trading Business Performs Strongly
Glencore (LSE:GLEN) delivered a solid operational performance during the first half of 2026, with own-sourced copper production increasing 15% year over year to 397,000 tonnes. The improvement was driven by stronger mining rates and higher ore grades at its African Copper operations, together with improved grades at the Antamina mine in Peru.
Commanders Give Injury Update on $25 Million Special Teams Ace
Washington Commanders GM Adam Peters announced NFL All-Pro punter Tress Way is starting training camp sidelined with a pectoral injury. The post Commanders Give Injury Update on $25 Million Special Teams Ace appeared first on HEAVY.
The First Settings to Adjust After Installing iOS 26.6
Update to iOS 26.6 today to get critical security fixes and prepare your iPhone for iOS 27. You must also check carrier settings to ensure top performance.
Raiders’ Fernando Mendoza Receives Blunt Reality Check
Kirk Cousins is the Las Vegas Raiders‘ starting QB for right now, and it will likely stay that way for the early part of the 2026 NFL season. Nonetheless, the question will be when the Silver and Black will turn to No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza. Las Vegas seems keen on bringing Mendoza along slowly […] The post Raiders’ Fernando Mendoza Receives Blunt Reality Check appeared first on HEAVY.
Banijay Entertainment Revenues Dip In First Post-All3Media Deal Update
Banijay Entertainment's first financials since its merger with All3Media showed half-year revenues down slightly at €1.37B as production volume fell.
Baker Mayfield Floated as Browns QB Solution Amid Contract Dispute
Baker Mayfield is in the midst of a contract dispute with the Tampa Buccaneers, which could open the door for a reunion with the Cleveland Browns. The post Baker Mayfield Floated as Browns QB Solution Amid Contract Dispute appeared first on HEAVY.
San Francisco Giants Get Jonah Cox News During Brewers Series
On Tuesday night, the San Francisco Giants are back at Oracle Park for the second game of their series with the Milwaukee Brewers.They are coming off a 3-0 win on Monday night.San Francisco Giants Announce Jonah Cox NewsDuring their series with the Brewers, the Giants announced an update on Jonah Cox.He has been out since […] The post San Francisco Giants Get Jonah Cox News During Brewers Series appeared first on HEAVY.
Dodgers’ Dave Roberts Provides Telling Will Smith Injury Update
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts provided a positive injury update on catcher Will Smith (neck) on Tuesday. The post Dodgers’ Dave Roberts Provides Telling Will Smith Injury Update appeared first on HEAVY.
Why ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ director turned down film twice
As the first trailer for ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ drops, director Gina Prince-Bythewood shares why it took three offers to get her on board.
Mike Malott Set to Headline UFC Edmonton
Canadian UFC star Mike Malott is set to headline the upcoming UFC Edmonton card when he takes on Joaquin Buckley. Malott vs. Buckley will be the main event for UFC Edmonton, which takes place on October 17 at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The UFC made the bout official on Tuesday via its Canadian […] The post Mike Malott Set to Headline UFC Edmonton appeared first on HEAVY.
Cardinals’ Demote Promising Starter, Recall Veteran Reliever Before Cubs Game
The St. Louis Cardinals are demoting right-handed pitcher Hunter Dobbins to Triple-A Memphis. In a corresponding move, the team has selected the contract of Peter Strzlecki. Dobbins, 26, was acquired from the Boston Red Sox this past offseason. As it stands, he has a 3.74 ERA through his first 33.2 innings for the Cardinals. This season, Dobbins […] The post Cardinals’ Demote Promising Starter, Recall Veteran Reliever Before Cubs Game appeared first on HEAVY.
OpenAI's First Devices: Speaker, Smartphone, and More
OpenAI's hardware roadmap has sharpened considerably in recent months, with its first device now identified, a smartphone said to be arriving as soon as next year, and a wider lineup taking shape behind them. AI Smart Speaker OpenAI's first product is a portable, screenless smart speaker developed with former Apple design chief Jony Ive, designed to act as a personal companion in the home rather than a conventional voice assistant.
Naz Reid Among Summer's Stock Risers After Trade to Hornets
Naz Reid made NBC Sports' summer stock risers list. The former Sixth Man of the Year is set to start for the first time in his eighth NBA season.
Browns WR Jerry Jeudy Hit With Harsh Reality After Controversy
Cleveland Browns receiver Jerry Jeudy was hit with a harsh reality after finding himself embroiled in the team's QB controversy. The post Browns WR Jerry Jeudy Hit With Harsh Reality After Controversy appeared first on HEAVY.
GOP governor survives challenge from Bitcoin evangelist in gubernatorial runoff
South Dakota's first gubernatorial primary runoff pitted incumbent Larry Rhoden against outsider Toby Doeden after neither cleared the 35% threshold to win outright.
Taylor Sheridan returns to movies after five years with NASA thriller, political drama
Taylor Sheridan's "Capture the Flag" follows a NASA engineer racing to build the first reusable spacecraft for a moon mission.
76ers Lineup Projected to Cost Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey
The Philadelphia 76ers assembled enough scoring talent to pursue a championship, but their new lineup presents a numbers problem. LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and V.J. Edgecombe all require shots, and a new projection identifies Brown and Maxey as the players facing the largest sacrifices. Casino.org Canada estimates that Brown and Maxey […] The post 76ers Lineup Projected to Cost Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey appeared first on HEAVY.
Caesars Entertainment Narrows Loss Ahead of Fertitta Acquisition
The hotel and casino company reported a loss of $62 million in its first earnings report since agreeing to be acquired by billionaire Tilman Fertitta in a $5.7 billion deal.
SEC’s New Targeting Rule A Win For Common Sense
SEC Media Days 2026 was, as usual, a lot of sizzle and very little steak. But one announcement was significant enough that it merits further consideration. The league announced that beginning in 2026 a player’s first targeting ejection of the season will no longer carry an automatic suspension into the next game. The player is […]
Ozlo's Sleepbuds 2 build on Bose's sleep earbud legacy
Ozlo’s first major update to its sleep earbuds introduces longer battery life, improved connectivity, enhanced audio, and new sleep features as the startup continues the product line once abandoned by Bose.
Energy Management: A Perspective From Sports And Entertainment
Energy Management: A Perspective From Sports And Entertainment By John Marler, Vice President, Energy and Environment, AEG - Live sporting events or concerts are probably not the first things that come to mind when someone thinks of energy management....
Xbox announces Gamescom 2026 plans
Xbox has announced its plans for Gamescom 2026, which will run from August 26 to 30 at Koelenmesse in Cologne, Germany, including first-party and third-party titles playable at its booth, and live …
44 states are aligned on one thing in their fight against prediction markets. It's about sports wagering
The letter is part of the commission’s public comment period for the first draft of its proposed rule on regulating prediction markets.
Moments from Nancy Pelosi's four-decade career in politics
Nancy Pelosi is the first woman to serve as the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives with a four-decade career as a progressive Democratic icon.
Moments from Nancy Pelosi's four-decade career in politics
Nancy Pelosi is the first woman to serve as the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives with a four-decade career as a progressive Democratic icon.
4 Fargo businesses fail alcohol compliance checks
It was the first failure in one year for all four businesses.
Pokemon Pokopia DLC - Part 1, Bubbly Basin release date announced
The release date is now in for the first part of the Pokemon Pokopia Expansion Pass DLC, known as Bubbly Basin. Look for it on August 5, 2026. As previously mentioned, Bubbly Basin introduces an underwater town. Players will be able to encounter Pokemon living beneath the sea, discover ocean floor-themed furniture, and find new outfits for Ditto. Part 2...
Leaders gather in Washington to pay their final tributes to Lindsey Graham
Lawmakers, foreign leaders and President Trump are gathering Tuesday for the first of two days of funeral services for the late South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham.
Seattle’s Michelle Barboza-Ramirez a host on PBS’ new ‘Eon’ series
Seattle educator Michelle Barboza-Ramirez is one of four hosts on PBS’ “Eons: Life and Death on Pangea,” streaming its first episode Wednesday.
Seattle educator used cosplay to help explain science. Then PBS called
Seattle educator Michelle Barboza-Ramirez is one of four hosts on PBS’ “Eons: Life and Death on Pangea,” streaming its first episode Wednesday.
AMD reveals the Radeon RX 9050—and 4GB graphics cards are back
AMD's first new graphics card in a year is the Radeon RX 9050. It'll be sold to consumers with 8GB of GDDR6, but some variants in pre-built desktops will have just 4GB.
Sonny Styles Highlights Commanders' Three ESPN Top 50 Offseason Additions
Hours before training camp kicks off around the league, ESPN's Matt Bowen ranked the 50 most impactful moves of the offseason. Washington earned three entries on the list: the drafting of Sonny Styles and the free-agent signings of Odafe Oweh and Chig Okonkwo. As fans eagerly await comments from coaches and players during the first week of training camp, it won't feel the same until the team is on the field in Week 1.
How Trump’s political director came to Congress
Brian Jack wanted to snag Newt Gingrich’s old House office during the 119th Congress’ freshman room lottery. But as the 28th pick, he lost his first choice and pivoted to another historic room: President Lyndon B. Johnson’s office in Longworth, which the Democrat occupied from 1939 to 1942. A Republican from Georgia, Jack served as […]
Scientists look to shark DNA for the genetic signature of time
Aging leaves telltale marks on DNA, and for the first time, scientists have used those molecular signatures to create a model that predicts the age of sharks. This tool, known as an epigenetic clock, was developed for the zebra shark (Stegostoma tigrinum) and could soon be expanded to more species,
Yankees Birthday of the Day: Elmer Miller
Miller became the first player in franchise history to bat, record a hit, and score a run in the World Series.
Bryce Harper's old glove hints at Phillies trade hopes
Harper has been playing first base for the Phillies.
Cowboys’ 1st-Round Pick Called NFL’s ‘Most Impactful’ Offseason Move
ESPN's Matt Bowen called the Cowboys selecting Ohio State safety Caleb Downs at No. 11 overall the NFL's 'Most Impactful' Offseason Move. The post Cowboys’ 1st-Round Pick Called NFL’s ‘Most Impactful’ Offseason Move appeared first on HEAVY.
Steelers Get Good News on Health of OT Broderick Jones
Broderick Jones, the team’s first-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, suffered a season-ending neck injury that required surgery last October
Waffle House looking to move forward with Prairieville project
Restaurant chain Waffle House has filed for a new construction permit to begin work on the company’s first Prairieville location. According to the permit, the building will comprise 1,840 square … Already an INSIDER? Sign in. Already an INSIDER? Sign in
Blockbuster Broncos Trade Called NFL’s ‘Most Impactful’ Offseason Move
ESPN's Matt Bowen called the Denver Broncos trading for Miami Dolphins WR Jaylen Waddle the NFL's "Most Impactful" offseason move. The post Blockbuster Broncos Trade Called NFL’s ‘Most Impactful’ Offseason Move appeared first on HEAVY.
Replay Sports Cards Returns to Chicago for the National Sports Collectors Convention with a Full Week of Giving Back
Replay Sports Cards ("Replay"), America's first national franchise dedicated exclusively to the hobby, is spending the days leading up to the 2026 National Sports Collectors Convention (July 29-Aug. 2) at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, giving back to the Chicagoland community that will host the industry's biggest show. Between hosting trivia night before a Chicago White Sox game, donating cards to patients and families at La Rabida Children's Hospital, and placing donation
Cowboys Defender Subtly Threw Former Coach Under the Bus
Last year was a nightmare for the Dallas Cowboys and their defense, which never got going under defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus.The unit was one of the NFL‘s worst, finishing last in points allowed per game and passing yards per game. Their total and run defense stats were no better, proving to be the thing holding […] The post Cowboys Defender Subtly Threw Former Coach Under the Bus appeared first on HEAVY.
Meredith Poll Assesses Public Opinion on Legalized Sports Betting
A Meredith Poll conducted in July 2026 provides one of the first comprehensive statewide assessments of public opinion regarding legalized mobile sports betting in North Carolina.
New data suggests layoffs will affect 14,259 people by the end of 2026, up 78% from first forecast of the year
"The pace of layoffs is accelerating faster than our models initially predicted"
Cowboys’ $90 Million Starter Sends Clear Warning Ahead of Camp
Entering training camp, the vibes feel different for the Dallas Cowboys, as this feels like a Super Bowl-contending team.The Cowboys’ offense is about as elite as it gets, and the defense dramatically improved in the offseason. Even with the additions on defense, there is still some concern about how this unit will look.Last year, the […] The post Cowboys’ $90 Million Starter Sends Clear Warning Ahead of Camp appeared first on HEAVY.
Dolphin Entertainment Subsidiaries Powered High-Profile Campaigns at San Diego Comic-Con 2026
The Agency Collective Executed Publicity, Experiential Marketing and Digital Campaigns for Major Film Releases, Television Franchises and Leading Fan-First Consumer Brands MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / July 28, 2026 / Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:DLPN) ...
Microsoft is launching its first cybersecurity AI model at half the cost of rivals
MAI-Cyber-1-Flash, paired with GPT-5.4 inside Microsoft's MDASH harness, outperforms models from Anthropic, Google, and OpenAI on a key benchmark
GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham remembered in first day of funeral services
President Donald Trump will speak this afternoon at the funeral of the late GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham. Follow for live news updates.
[Galaxy Unpacked July 2026] A First Look at Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8
At Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 in London, Samsung Electronics unveiled the eighth-generation Galaxy Z series. Combining agentic AI that understands users with
[Galaxy Unpacked July 2026] A First Look at Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9
At Galaxy Unpacked 2026 in London, Samsung Electronics unveiled Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9, expanding the digital health experience on the wrist.
Detroit Lions 2026 Player Profile: Tyleik Williams
It could be a big second year for Tyleik Williams, down 50 pounds and ready to show why he was drafted in the first round in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Poll: Who Gets Into Hall of Fame Next Year?
The Pro Football Hall of Fame will enshrine its Class of 2026 one week from Saturday, on August 8. The five players being inducted are modern-era candidates Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, Luke Kuechly and Adam Vinatieri, and senior committee choice Roger Craig. For Brees and Fitzgerald, this was their first year on the ballot.
Former Red Wings Player to Give it One Last Go
The post Former Red Wings Player to Give it One Last Go appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now. Jan Mursak has finally made up his mind, and the former Detroit Red Wings forward is of a mind to […] The post Former Red Wings Player to Give it One Last Go appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now.
Hawk Ridge Capital Management LP Sells 171,072 Shares of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation $FUN
Hawk Ridge Capital Management LP decreased its holdings in shares of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE:FUN - Free Report) by 11.1% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owne
Facing financial headwinds, rural Arkansas hospitals turn to partnerships
There were 40 hospital mergers and acquisitions nationwide in the first half of 2026, one of the highest numbers in the same time span so far this decade.
How Trump’s ‘America first’ administration could shut US scientists out of the next Nobel-worthy discovery
A proposed White House rule would give political appointees unprecedented control over scientific funding. One physicist, who helped discover the Higgs boson, explains how the rule would’ve stifled that breakthrough.
Data shows veterans can wait months to see a therapist for the first time. The VA secretary has his own numbers
For decades after serving in the US Air Force, Dennis suffered from sporadic back pain, which he believes stemmed from frequently moving heavy equipment during overseas tours.
Season predictions: Top-six achievable & progress expected
If Jim Goodwin can effectively solve the defensive issues of last season then the top six simply has to be the target, and it feels achievable. Going out on a limb here, I'll say that Idjessie Metsoko will be our best signing. First season back up Goodwin had us finishing in fourth.
An entirely new kind of drug will help us treat the untreatable
The first of a new generation of drugs that works in a completely different way to existing ones has been approved. Columnist Michael Le Page says this approach could transform treatments for all kinds of conditions
Spider Man: Brand New Day First Reactions Praise Tom Holland's Return
Tom Holland is earning rave first reactions for his fourth "Spider-Man" movie, which opens the door to his next era in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Casey Schmitt Exits Giants Game With Apparent Injury
The San Francisco Giants are facing the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday to start a three-game series.The Giants got bad news when super utility man Casey Schmitt exited the game with an apparent injury. The 27-year-old came out of the game after rounding first base on a leadoff single in the second inning.“Casey Schmitt is coming […] The post Casey Schmitt Exits Giants Game With Apparent Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
Former Lions Defender Lands With NFC North Rival
When the Detroit Lions released veteran safety Jamal Adams near the end of the 2024 season it looked like his career was nearly over. However, Adams not only played the entire 2025 season, but he is also now signing for the 2026 season. The division rival Minnesota Vikings will now be seeing if Adams can […] The post Former Lions Defender Lands With NFC North Rival appeared first on HEAVY.
Packers Viewed as Ideal Landing Spot for $71M Star
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea has requested a trade if he cannot get a deal done with his team. This has led many fans and media to suggest that the Green Bay Packers trade for Vea. JP Acosta of CBS Sports listed the Packers as one of the few teams that make the […] The post Packers Viewed as Ideal Landing Spot for $71M Star appeared first on HEAVY.
UFC Belgrade Loses Debuting Heavyweight Veteran
UFC Belgrade will not see the heavyweight debut of Johnny Walker, as he is now officially off this Saturday’s fight card. Walker, who has been a UFC light heavyweight fighter since 2018, was set to make his heavyweight debut at UFC Belgrade, the promotion’s first-ever trip to Serbia. But after his opponent, Ante Delija, fell […] The post UFC Belgrade Loses Debuting Heavyweight Veteran appeared first on HEAVY.
Small businesses getting big boost as LeBron James signs with 76ers
Monkey's Uncle Retro Philly Tee Shirts in Doylestown has been pressing LeBron-themed shirts since the news first broke on Friday.
MVP Matthew Stafford says star-studded Rams have "a high ceiling" for climb toward a Super Bowl run
Matthew Stafford is back at work in his 18th NFL training camp and his first since winning his first league MVP award
Chicago Cubs’ Dansby Swanson Breaks Silence on Jameson Taillon Decision
On Monday, the Chicago Cubs designated starter Jameson Taillon for assignment.Hours after the decision, fan-favorite Dansby Swanson commented on the Cubs’ decision.Cubs’ Dansby Swanson Weighs In on Taillon DecisionAs reported by Patrick Mooney of The Athletic (via X), Swanson had nothing but warm words for Taillon.“[He’s] definitely on my Mount Rushmore of teammates,” he said, […] The post Chicago Cubs’ Dansby Swanson Breaks Silence on Jameson Taillon Decision appeared first on HEAVY.
Former Cowboys 81-Tackle Starter Flirts With NFC East Rival
As the Dallas Cowboys prepare for training camp, one of their former players is trying to return to the NFL.Most teams start their training camps this week, with some hosting workouts. One of the Cowboys’ biggest rivals, the New York Giants, has been hosting multiple workouts.They had an interesting one on Monday that will have […] The post Former Cowboys 81-Tackle Starter Flirts With NFC East Rival appeared first on HEAVY.
Browns QB Trade Imminent as Training Camp Kicks Off: Report
The Cleveland Browns are highly likely to trade a QB this summer. The post Browns QB Trade Imminent as Training Camp Kicks Off: Report appeared first on HEAVY.
Pitch Black Set Review
Pitch Black has just released and it will be showcased for the first time at the upcoming World Championships. Personally, I think this set is one of the
Hidden charcoal reveals the true age of ancient cave paintings
A new analysis has precisely dated paintings in France’s Font-de-Gaume cave for the first time. Scientists discovered charcoal inside black pigments once thought to contain only minerals, allowing them to use radiocarbon dating. The results show that a bison was painted about 13,000 years ago, while sections of a mask-like figure were added during several widely separated periods.
Fight over anti-corporate spending initiative brings in big money
The filings came three days after the Board of State Canvassers certified the measure, which means it will appear on the November ballot unless the Legislature adopts the bill first.
St. Louis Cardinals Game Discussion vs Chicago Cubs Monday
The St. Louis Cardinals begin a crucial 4-game series versus their arch rivals the Chicago Cubs at Busch Stadium Monday night. According to MLB.com, the Cubs will start LHP David Peterson. The Cardinals starter is Matthew Liberatore according to MLB.com. First pitch set for 6:45pm Monday night at Busch Stadium with the TV broadcast available […]
Mets Could Implement Bold Blueprint for Potential Sean Manaea Blockbuster
New York Mets veteran left-hander Sean Manaea does not seem like a valuable trade chip. Buried in the rotation due to a youth push and his own rough season, the southpaw still could command a decent yield in a trade. Is it considered a smart move by general manager David Stearns or a salary dump […] The post Mets Could Implement Bold Blueprint for Potential Sean Manaea Blockbuster appeared first on HEAVY.
Former Florida QB joins Dallas Cowboys coaching staff
Will Grier, who spent the first two years of his college career at Florida, is joining the Dallas Cowboys' coaching staff.
Palmetto Sports Daily: Panthers wrap first week of training camp, ‘It Just Means More’ turns 10
On today’s episode of Palmetto Sports Daily, the crew discusses Panthers EDGE Nic Scourton going down with a knee injury, and Stephen Garcia speaks to WIS on his progress during SEC Media Days.
D-FW Business Datebook: Tattoos, indie books and cinema earnings
Key North Texas companies reporting earnings include Cinemark, Wingstop, Builders FirstSource, HF Sinclair and office giant CBRE.
Free Press Opinion: Where politics are concerned, churches should keep first things first
If the mission of a Christian church is to proclaim the lordship of Jesus Christ and ask those who would follow him to lead a similar life, why would it use part of its primary Sunday service to promote political candidates the leader of the church believes should be elected?
'They're selling us out quickly': Fans take to Latrobe ahead of Steelers training camp
The first practice that's open to the public starts at 11:20 a.m. Wednesday morning.
Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Winn’s Pizza & Steakhouse and Winn & Sara’s Kitchen
Read the release on Sen. Ernst's website HERE. Throughout this Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. RED OAK, Iowa – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: Winn’s Pizza & Steakhouse and Winn & Sara’s Kitchen of Warren County. Throughout the 119th Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in each of Iowa's 99 counties. "Winn’s Pizza & Steakhouse has been an outstanding addition to the Indianola community," said Chair Ernst. "For 23 years, the Nguyen family has proudly served Iowans with their signature thin-crust pizzas and hand-cut steaks, building a loyal following through exceptional food and service. The Nguyen family’s dedication to their customers and community embodies the very best of Iowa’s entrepreneurial spirit." Founded in 2003 by Winn Nguyen, Winn’s Pizza & Steakhouse has become a beloved fixture in the Indianola community. In 2015, Winn expanded to Norwalk, bringing the business’ssignature hospitality and comfort food to even more Iowans. Most recently, the launch of Winn & Sara’s Kitchen in 2024 further strengthened the family’s connection to the community, earning widespread praise during its first three appearances at the Iowa State Fair. For over two decades, the Nguyen family has worked tirelessly to serve classic comfort food with a creative twist. Stay tuned as Chair Ernst continues to recognize outstanding Iowa small businesses with her Small Business of the Week award. ###
Swallowed needle leads to serious heart damage—persistent care saves the day
The patient, it turned out, had a habit of holding sewing needles in his mouth while he worked as a tailor. He did not mention this at first, however, creating quite a challenge for his care team.
Felony Theft Charges Filed Against Landscaping Business Owner, Investigators Seek Additional Information - Colorado First Judicial District Attorney's Office
GOLDEN, Colo. (July 27, 2026) --The First Judicial District Attorney's Office has filed two felony theft charges against Ulises Tajonar Diaz, 32, alleging he received more than $32,000 in deposits from two Jefferson County homeowners for landscaping projects that were never started. Diaz advertised and operated landscaping businesses across the metro area under the names My Son’s Landscape and My Son’s Landscape Group LLC.
$90 Million All-Pro Called Weakest Link for Cowboys
Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox singled out the Dallas Cowboys cornerbacks as team's "Biggest Weakness" before training camp. The post $90 Million All-Pro Called Weakest Link for Cowboys appeared first on HEAVY.
Amtrak roomette vs. first class: Which train ticket is better?
I took a 15-hour Amtrak trip in a roomette for $400. Then I took a three-hour trip in first class on the Amtrak NextGen Acela train for $450.
Scientists Discover The Fourth Transmissible Cancer Known To Science
Scientists found the fourth type of transmissible cancer, and the first in a fish: a melanoma whose tumor cells spread between catfish in a Vermont lake.
Chicago Cubs Quietly Announced Shelby Miller Update Before Cardinals Series
On Monday, the Chicago Cubs will open up a series with the St. Louis Cardinals in Missouri.They are coming off a series where they won two out of three games over the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.Most recently, the Cubs lost by a score of 8-7 on Sunday.Chicago Cubs Quietly Announced Shelby Miller UpdateDuring their […] The post Chicago Cubs Quietly Announced Shelby Miller Update Before Cardinals Series appeared first on HEAVY.
Xbox is down: Major outages stop sign-in, game launches
First the PlayStation network goes down, now this.
Microsoft launches its first cyber model and a new agentic cybersecurity system
Microsoft bolstered its AI cybersecurity offerings this week with the launch of its first AI security model and a new security platform.
Kathleen Madonna-Emmerling and Alex Rose: Allegheny County has a public health crisis. Paid parental leave can change that.
Since the Allegheny County Board of Health first introduced the paid parental leave proposal on May 13, there’s been an outpouring of public engagement on the topic. People from across the county have packed public hearings, sharing some of the most intensely personal stories you could imagine about their experiences
Javier Hernández To Sign With USL Championship Side Atlético Dallas
Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández has reportedly agreed to join Atlético Dallas, he becomes the first player signed in the history of the new USL Championship franchise.
Scientists pinpoint where cells first begin copying DNA
Researchers at the MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences (LMS) and collaborators have uncovered one of the earliest steps in DNA replication: the moment a cell first opens its DNA to begin making a copy ...
Alfonzo Williams publicly declares innocence, blames politics, racism for federal indictment
Burke County Sheriff Alfonzo Williams used a Sunday night appearance on the First Steps radio program on WGAC to publicly declare for the first time that he is innocent of the federal charges against him, while claiming the case is politically motivated, rooted in racism and jealousy, and outlining how he is paying for his legal defense.
Huge PS5 sale lets you stock up on physical discs before they disappear forever
The sale includes a ton of PS5 first-party bangers
Mitch McConnell's office releases new photo of senator amid health questions
The 84-year-old lawmaker was first hospitalized on June 14 after a fall and subsequently treated for pneumonia.
Hobby Lobby to anchor major new east-side retail development
Hobby Lobby will open its second Sioux Falls store on the east side next year, anchoring the first new major retail development there in nearly 20 years.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County Successfully Performs Its First Breast Tumor Cryoablation Procedure
NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County has successfully performed its first breast tumor cryoablation procedure, marking a significant milestone in advancing