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What’s happening in Vegas arts entertainment this spring
Festivals, concerts, sporting events and more: Make plans with our entertainment calendar.
Apple’s busy March continues with three notable arrivals this week
Apple has had a jam-packed March so far after launching seven new products and surprisingly announcing an eighth. Looking ahead,...
Fitchburg Public Library hosts Wisconsin Film Festival preview
FITCHBURG, Wis. — The 28th Wisconsin Film Festival is coming up in just a few short weeks, and a local library is helping get the word out.
‘The Comeback’ took on Hollywood long before ‘The Studio.’ Now, Valerie Cherish will have her curtain call
“The Comeback” was by no means the first series to hold a funhouse mirror up to the entertainment industry, but the comedy starring co-creator Lisa Kudrow, which returns for its final season on Sunday, has certainly always done it in its own navel-gazing yet endearing way.
Neighbors say Indian Springs revival could do KCK ‘more good than that stadium’
Area businesses said they want to see the project revitalize the State Avenue business corridor near I-635.
‘We can create hype’: H&M’s UK boss on its commitment to the high street
As the chain marks 50th anniversary in Britain, Karen O’Rourke explains what makes it stand out against cut-price rivals
Prior authorization can delay needed health care. A new 'Gold Card' targets that bottleneck.
Getting approval for a medical procedure scan or medicine has become a frustrating hurdle in health care as insurers try to ensure that every test is appropriate...
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Things to do in Cincinnati this week, March 23-29
If you're looking for the best events happening in Cincinnati, you're at the right place. Find your next concert, game, festival or family event.
Las Vegas wellness festival shares mental health resources through arts
A yearly festival connected people with mental health resources via the arts in Downtown Las Vegas on Saturday.
Clemson's Mia Moore and USC's Kara Dunn renew rivalry in overtime thriller
Moore and Dunn both grew up near Atlanta, and first matched up in middle school. They also played AAU together in high school.
Franklin Templeton CEO Jenny Johnson on the values needed to keep a billion-dollar business in the family
Jenny Johnson is CEO of $12 billion family-run asset management business Franklin Templeton, which oversees nearly $2 trillion in assets. Growing the company and succeeding in the role took everyone in the family, including herself, putting their egos aside.
Skin therapy business opening with celebration next month in the Poconos
The new location will offer customized skin rejuvenation treatments, including advanced exfoliation, LED light therapy, and modern facial technologies.
Skin therapy business opening with celebration next month in the Poconos
The new location will offer customized skin rejuvenation treatments, including advanced exfoliation, LED light therapy, and modern facial technologies.
1 person hurt, multiple detained after overnight shooting in Surprise
An overnight shooting has left one person in the hospital in the West Valley on Saturday morning.
OpenAI to double workforce as business push intensifies
The $730bn start-up plans to increase staff to 8,000 by end of 2026 in bid to close gap with rival Anthropic
Ancient DNA reveals a farming shift that pushed a society to the brink
A new study reveals that farming in Argentina’s Uspallata Valley was adopted by local hunter-gatherers rather than introduced by outside populations. Centuries later, a stressed group of maize-heavy farmers migrated into the region, facing climate instability, disease, and declining numbers. Despite these pressures, there’s no sign of violence—instead, families stayed connected across generations, using kinship networks to survive. The research shows how cooperation, not conflict, helped communities navigate crisis.
Mira Costa boys' volleyball defeats rival Loyola in thriller
Mira Costa, the top-ranked boys' volleyball team in the nation, defeats No. 2 Loyola in five sets behind Mateo Fuerbringer's 37-kill effort.
Democrats excluded from USC governor debate urge rivals to boycott
Four Democrats running for California governor who were excluded from an upcoming debate at USC urged their rivals to boycott the event because it excludes every candidate of color.
Downtown Chico business owner voices concerns over street closures for events
A DOWNTOWN CHICO MERCHANT IS EXPRESSING CONCERN OVER THE IMPACT OF STREET CLOSURES FOR EVENTS -- ON THEIR BUSINESS. ACTION NEWS NOW REPORTER BELLA BARBOSA REPORTS FROM DOWNTOWN CHICO { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "VideoObject", "name": "Downtown Road Closure Dilemma", "description": "A DOWNTOWN CHICO MERCHANT IS EXPRESSING CONCERN OVER THE IMPACT OF STREET CLOSURES FOR EVENTS -- ON THEIR BUSINESS. ACTION NEWS NOW REPORTER BELLA BARBOSA REPORTS FROM DOWNTOWN CHICO", "thumbnailUrl": "https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/actionnewsnow.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/c/47/c47e26d6-03c3-5f35-bf49-37925ab603d7/69bdedc4eb57d.image.jpg", "uploadDate": "2026-03-20T17:45:00-07:00", "contentUrl": "https://cdn.field59.com/KHSL/1774053903-6e1ef36dd09fbebf020833aee86b60da3b3cca3f_fl9-720p.mp4" } CHICO, Calif. - A downtown Chico business owner is voicing concerns about the impact of street closures for events on local shops. Leann Powell, owner of The Peddler’s Closet, expressed concern about events closing down streets downtown and bringing in food trucks and other shops’ products that directly compete with the brick-and-mortar stores in downtown Chico.Powell said an upcoming event held on a Saturday has brought up concerns for her and other business owners downtown, due to it being a busy day for businesses. "We're already struggling, and then to bring in more businesses on top of our businesses and shut our streets down is absolutely devastating," said Powell.Powell noted a decline in business during events like the Thursday Night Market, where street closures allow outside vendors to set up shop. She shared that while organizers for these types of events often offer booths to local businesses, it does not alleviate the burden."I don't really feel like that's a solution because you're bringing in other businesses, you're shutting the streets down. Yes, we can go down and set up a space, but then you've gotta pay somebody to run that space, plus run your own business for the day, and it's really not, it's really not helpful for us," said Powell.Applying for a street closure permit in Chico involves approval from the Public Works Department, the Chief of Police, and the Fire Chief. Permits can be denied only under a handful of circumstances, such as interference with first responders, previously scheduled construction, or existing permits for the same space.Mayor Kasey Reynolds addressed the issue, saying the city council has tasked staff with reviewing the municipal code for street closure permits with the goal of finding ways to minimize negative impacts on local businesses during events.Reynolds mentioned that any recommended changes might require further direction from the city council, depending on the extent of any changes recommended. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('ad-1514992'); });
The biggest medieval march in English history never actually happened
A famous detail in the Battle of Hastings is based on a major misunderstanding.
Value investors see mispriced opportunities from sports to fertilizer
Value investors pitched a mix of stock ideas in disparate corners of the market at the Value Invest conference in New York on Thursday.
Excess Heat Raises Tijuana River Valley Hydrogen Sulfide Emissions, Health Precautions Recommended
People in the South Bay, especially those living near the Tijuana River Valley (TJRV), are experiencing elevated hydrogen sulfide (H2S) emissions, often recognized by a strong rotten egg smell.
Rival ‘shadow’ group to RFK, Jr.’s autism science committee meets in D.C.
Autism researchers are working to counter a federal autism advisory panel that has vaccine skeptic members and, they say, a “striking absence of scientific expertise”
Scammer is trying to defraud Norwalk Oyster Festival vendors, Better Business Bureau says
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning people about a scam involving the Norwalk Oyster Festival. Jerry Toni, the executive director of the Norwalk Seaport Association, which runs the festival, told the BBB that a scammer is posing as his business and trying to defraud vendors. The scammer contacted previous Norwalk Oyster Festival vendors and appeared credible, the BBB said….
Unilever Has $40 Billion in Tasty M&A Options
Options have value. And it’s become clear this week that Fernando Fernandez has more than one when it comes to setting a new course for Unilever Plc’s food business, owner of Hellmann’s mayo and Knorr stock cubes. How the consumer giant’s still relatively new chief executive officer plays his hand will likely define his tenure.
Unilever in talks to sell food business to smaller rival McCormick
Unilever, which owns Hellmann's mayonnaise and Knorr stock cubes, seeks to focus on higher-growth businesses.
Tilman Fertitta Bid Puts Caesars Entertainment Value And Future In Focus
Tilman Fertitta is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire Caesars Entertainment, ahead of a rival bid from investor Carl Icahn. The potential deal would combine Fertitta's Golden Nugget casino interests and sports assets with Caesars Entertainment's Las Vegas Strip footprint. This development is attracting attention from shareholders as a possible turning point for NasdaqGS:CZR. Caesars Entertainment, trading as NasdaqGS:CZR, last closed at $27.44. The share price return is up 44.8% over...
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Employees stay because they feel trusted, supported and connected to meaningful work.
Evaluating the science behind nutrition
Evidence Center director touts multidisciplinary focus for new discoveries at national food policy conference.
xAI Sends Engineers to Client Sites to Win Business from OpenAI
Elon Musk’s xAI is sending engineers directly into the offices of prospective corporate clients in an attempt to claw business customers away from rivals OpenAI and Anthropic PBC.
Valve releases SteamOS 3.8 preview with Steam Machine support and wider handheld compatibility
Valve SteamOS 3.8 preview is here Valve has released SteamOS 3.8.0 Preview, codenamed "Second Clutch," for the Steam Deck Preview channel. The update adds
Inside a case of ‘shill bidding,’ a long-standing concern in the sports collectibles world
Collectors have long suspected others of manipulating auctions in order to influence the value of items.
Laid off from Morgan Stanley, struggling to find work, pay bills
After being laid off from Morgan Stanley, Valerie Lockhart applied to 500 jobs but is still searching. She turned to a GoFundMe as savings ran low.
Santa Fe small businesses awarded microgrants to pursue new opportunities
A total of 40 Santa Fe business owners received the microgrants, which were valued at between $3,000 and $5,000.
Valve’s huge SteamOS 3.8 update adds long-awaited features — and supports Steam Machine
Xbox Ally gets SteamOS improvements too.
Beyond Water: Why WASH Matters for Dignity, Health and Survival
Discover how Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) are vital to supporting and empowering refugees this World Water Day.
Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission hosts training session on film production
The Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission brought together film enthusiasts for a film crew training event at Marietta College on Sunday. The event sought to promote creativity and inspire filmmakers in the region. The event was originally scheduled for the entirety of the weekend but due to weather, the session was condensed to Sunday only. MOV […]
Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission hosts training session on film production
MARIETTA – The Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission brought together film enthusiasts for a film crew training event at Marietta College on Sunday. The event sought to promote creativity and inspire filmmakers in the region. The event was originally scheduled for the entirety of the weekend but due to weather, the session was condensed to Sunday […]
New dispute emerges around Subnautica 2’s early access release
Lawyers for the ousted—and now partially reinstated—leadership team of Unknown Worlds, the studio behind Subnautica 2, are crying foul over news that the game will be released into early access in May. The release announcement earlier this week was made improperly, potentially “damaging the game and sowing additional confusion among the Subnautica community,” the lawyers said in a letter sent on Tuesday to Vice Chancellor Lori Will of Delaware’s Court of Chancery. In their letter, the lawyers also floated the idea of asking Will to find Krafton in contempt of the court’s ruling. The letter was sent just one day after Will’s bombshell ruling that publisher Krafton had breached its contract with Unknown Worlds’ executive team, when it fired them last June. The new issue isn’t necessarily the May early access timeframe, but how the news was announced. The letter and Krafton’s response have not been previously reported. A quick recap of prior events: Subnautica 2 is an unreleased, underwater survival adventure and the most-wishlisted game on Steam. Last year, longtime Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill, along with studio co-founders Charlie Cleveland and Max McGuire, were fired by Krafton. They swiftly sued, saying the publisher had terminated them to avoid paying out up to $250 million in potential performance-based bonuses. The studio leaders had hoped to earn that with an early access release of the game, which Krafton had blocked. The publisher argued in court that Subnautica 2 wasn’t ready, which the ousted execs disputed. On Monday, Will ruled that Krafton had violated its contract, firing the execs to avoid the performance payouts, and that it had to reinstate Gill and give him full authority over any early access release for Subnautica 2. On Tuesday, IGN reported on a new memo issued that day to Unknown Worlds staff by Steve Papoutsis, the executive Krafton had put in charge of Unknown Worlds after the 2025 firings. In the note, Papoutsis said that Subnautica 2 had passed a key development milestone “last week” and that he and Krafton had determined the game “is ready for Early Access release in May.” This news appeared to catch the lawyers for Gill, Cleveland and McGuire by surprise. On Tuesday night, they sent a letter to Will expressing “serious concerns” about whether it would be possible to forge an agreement with Krafton consistent with the judge’s order. Papoutsis’ memo was a problem, they wrote. He didn’t have the authority to declare anything about Subnautica 2’s release. As of 9am ET on Monday, March 16, the effective date of Will’s order, Papoutsis wasn’t CEO of Unknown Worlds. Gill was. And, per Will’s order, only Gill could make Subnautica 2 release decisions. They continued: Krafton self-servingly announced the launch without any regard to its impact on the game, the team, or the community—let alone this Court’s Opinion. Announcing the release of a game is momentous, and it is typically accompanied by significant marketing activity, fanfare, and community coordination. And most importantly, the announcement is carefully designed to maximize excitement for the game. That entire process was supposed to be driven by Mr. Gill. However, in defiance of the Court’s Opinion, Krafton has now taken that away, further damaging the game and sowing additional confusion among the Subnautica community. The lawyers speculated that Krafton had “intentionally leaked” Papoutsis’ memo and then issued an official statement to confirm the leak. Game File is a reader-supported publication. My reporting is only possible through support from readers like you. To support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe On Wednesday, lawyers for Krafton defended their client in their own letter to vice chancellor Will, saying nothing they did violated her order nor showed contempt: Papoutsis’s message was simply celebrating the UW employees’ efforts toward a past event: Krafton’s pre-Opinion determination that Subnautica 2 was ready for Early Access release. There was nothing improper about conveying the results of the milestone review or thanking the development team for their dedication and talent. They added that Gill could still make his own call about Subnautica 2’s release: In his role as CEO, Gill will be able to assess independently his views on the state of Subnautica 2 and the appropriate release schedule; nothing in Papoutsis’s message alters Gill’s authority or discretion. Vice chancellor Will has not responded to the letters and doesn’t necessarily have to. Both parties were previously ordered by Will to confer this week and submit a proposed judgment consistent with her ruling. The letter from Gill’s attorney’s this week doesn’t indicate whether he would or would not support a May release for Subnautica 2. But it could limit his options. And, if Gill’s lawyers are right, the lack of marketing fanfare around the leak of the May date could dull the launch of the game. Any harm to Subnautica 2’s launch is an extra sensitive issue given the context of the legal dispute: millions of dollars of payouts are on the line, tethered to the scale of the game’s initial performance. In her ruling on Monday, Will noted that there was obvious “bad blood” between Gill’s side and Krafton but that the two would need to work together: “They can—and must—act in good faith to navigate their remaining contractual relationship.” Item 2: A new kind of couch co-op game A highlight of GDC each year is the Alt.Ctrl showcase that features games played with extremely experimental controllers. Perusing this year’s offerings last Friday, I found a game controlled with giant scissors, another with big toothbrushes and one that amounted to dumpster diving. My favorite was Pivot, a co-op game about collectively maneuvering a couch. It was developed by students at the University of Utah’s masters of arts and engineering games program. Players lift and tilt the physical couch in order to control the position of a virtual one. That virtual one is moving through an obstacle course on-screen, while being pursued by a giant skull. Developer Nishant Verma told me at GDC that the couch is made of styrofoam (this became more evident as I watched!) and that the name was a riff on an episode of the sitcom Friends. Item 3: In brief… 🚫 Ubisoft is laying off more than 100 workers at its Red Storm studio, as the North Carolina location known for decades for its Tom Clancy games, ceases in-house game development, VGC reports. 👀 On Monday, Nvidia’s revealed its DLSS 5 AI-driven graphics technology that purports to improve game graphics… and it has been roasted about it by the media and the online gaming public for the remainder of the week. The tech changed the faces of characters in footage from Resident Evil Requiem, Hogwarts Legacy and EA Sports FC, drawing accusations of giving carefully art-directed games the generic look of AI “slop.” Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang had said on Monday that “DLSS 5 is the GPT moment for graphics—blending handcrafted rendering with generative AI to deliver a dramatic leap in visual realism while preserving the control artists need for creative expression.” By mid-week, Huang was telling Tom’s Hardware that the new tech’s critics were “completely wrong” because game-makers could still “fine-tune the generative AI” to suit their game’s aesthetics.
New Business Moving into Former Cavallo's Restaurant
A new business will now breathe new life into the former Cavallo's restaurant.
Douglas County Health Department clears Holiday Inn to reopen water park
The Douglas County Health Department is issuing a public warning about the downtown Holiday Inn on Cuming Street, saying the hotel’s water park is operating without valid permits.
Business Briefs: Funding available for Rockwood storefronts
Rockwood storefront improvement grants Funds are available to freshen businesses across the Rockwood Urban Renewal Area. The storefront improvement grants aim to boost property values, improve perceptions of safety, increase […]
Arts and Entertainment Agenda: March 20-27
Consensual Improv, March 20 Roaring Fork Valley’s one-and-only improv comedy troupe is back. Consensual Improv will be hosting an upcoming show at 8 p.m. March 20 at The Arts Campus at Willits. Since 2016, they...
Trump Jokes About Pearl Harbor in Meeting With Japan’s Leader
Breaking a taboo, President Trump needled Japan’s prime minister about the World War II attack, as she widened her eyes and appeared to take a deep breath in the Oval Office.
Illinois: Penn Entertainment's Hollywood Casino Aurora scheduled to open June 24
Penn Entertainment announced on Thursday that Hollywood Casino Aurora will open to the public on June 24, pending customary regulatory approvals. This will be the second new Penn property to... Read more »
CEO of $5B startup took 'shortcuts' to grow business—until 'alarm bells' went off: Without change, we wouldn't 'have a company'
Faire risked never turning its sky-high valuation into sustainable business — until a moment that caused CEO Max Rhodes to change his approach, he says.
Tariffs and Mitigating Actions: Focus on the Business Law Section Report with Participation of the International Section and Real Property Law Section - New York State Bar Association
The Business Law Section presents this report on tariff policy developments since February 2025. IEEPA-based tariffs have imposed rates of 10% to 50% on nearly all trading partners. Litigants have challenged the asserted authority for these tariffs in federal court, with an appellate decision invalidating that authority now on appeal before the U.S. Supreme Court.
NVIDIA DLSS 5 Gets 84% Dislikes on YouTube as Backlash Grows
NVIDIA's latest DLSS 5 technology has faced a significant community backlash, with its approval rating dropping considerably. On the published YouTube video, NVIDIA's official DLSS 5 announcement has received an overwhelming 83.7% dislikes, with only 16.3% likes. This is a substantial negative ratin...
PENN Entertainment Sets June 24 as Grand Opening Date for New Hollywood Casino Aurora in Illinois
WYOMISSING, Penn. & AURORA, Ill., March 19, 2026--PENN Entertainment, Inc. ("PENN" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: PENN) announced today that it expects to open the new land-based Hollywood Casino Aurora to the public on Wednesday, June 24, pending customary regulatory approvals. This will be the second all-new PENN property to open in the Chicagoland region following the grand opening of the land-based Hollywood Casino Joliet in August 2025.
University of Montevallo’s Stephens College of Business Sales Team Earns Top Finish at National “Selling with the Bulls” Competition
The University of Montevallo’s Stephens College of Business Sales Team earned a fourth-place overall finish in Flight 2 at the prestigious Selling with the Bulls Intercollegiate Sales Competition, hosted by the University of South Florida Muma College of Business. Widely regarded as the “toughest test in sales education,” the competition featured 168 student competitors representing… Continue reading University of Montevallo’s Stephens College of Business Sales Team Earns Top Finish at National “Selling with the Bulls” Competition
In Business, Why Creating Value Wins
Businesses that create superior value—delivering customer benefits exceeding costs, driving loyalty and retention—consistently outperform those chasing short-term profits
Uber strikes deal with Rivian to buy thousands of robotaxis
The two companies announced a deal that will see Uber buy 10,000 fully autonomous Rivian robotaxis and invest up to $1.25 billion in the Tesla rival.
Marvel Rivals - The Super Hero Team-based PVP Shooter
Play for free Now!! Get ready to Ignite the Battle with Marvel Rivals!
Valve has thrown a curveball at Counter Strike 2 with a massive reloading change, forcing players to shake off old habits
Valve has added a bold change to reloading in Counter Strike 2, which is shaking up old habits for players.
We (Still) Have the Science on Cumulative Impacts
That’s why we need cumulative impacts policies, which require the evaluation of multiple stressors and burdens so the decisions that get made are more comprehensive, effective, and equitable.
Trump started a war with no clear end in sight. They rarely end well for presidents
President Trump started a war with no clear end in sight. If his predecessors' experiences are an indication, conflicts don't bode well for presidential approval ratings.
Google Shakes Up Its Browser Agent Team Amid OpenClaw Craze
As Silicon Valley obsesses over a new wave of AI coding agents, Google and other AI labs are shifting their bets.
Recap: Stars top Avalanche 2-1 in third shootout
Some day one of these teams will win in regulation.
Forum on harnessing Artificial Intelligence for health equity
Register to this forumOver the past decade, artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly evolved in complexity, performance, and utility. Its integration across a wide range of industrial sectors has accelerated, with healthcare emerging as one of the most transformative sectors. In this sector, AI has enabled high-impact applications – from enhancing the speed and accuracy of disease diagnosis and supporting clinical decision-making, to strengthening public health initiatives such as disease surveillance and workforce optimization. Moreover, AI holds immense potential to empower individuals, enabling them to take greater control of their personal health and well-being. Yet the central question remains: Who benefits, who is at risk, and do these innovations close or widen health inequities? While the potential of AI-enabled applications is substantial, many countries have approached their adoption with caution. This hesitancy stems from concerns about risks and benefits, including model bias, data breaches, privacy violations, and the erosion of professional skills due to over-reliance on AI. Additional barriers include inadequate data infrastructure and a lack of robust evidence on the most effective forms and interfaces of AI to enhance service delivery and system performance. Moreover, the rapid rise of Generative AI has introduced a heightened urgency for the development of comprehensive governance and ethical frameworks. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) Health Practice Team and Digital Sector, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for the Western Pacific, are convening the Forum on Harnessing AI for Health Equity on 25–26 March at ADB Headquarters. Senior health officials from 16 developing member countries (DMCs), alongside leading researchers, innovators, and policymakers from across Asia and the Pacific, will engage in discussions on how AI can be governed, financed, and scaled to deliver healthier lives for all. The forum is funded through the High-Level Technology Fund with support from the Government of Japan. Objectives The two-day forum aims to:Identify high-impact, evidence-based health AI use cases suitable for resource-constrained settings and map out a pipeline for potential supportIntroduce and validate the WHO's policy guidance on minimum necessary ecosystem for countries and institutions to self-assess readiness for AI adoptionObtain initial commitment from participating stakeholders to join a pilot regional initiative focused on data/model sharing for a priority health challengeEndorse a prioritized set of actionable policy recommendations focusing on governance, regulation, and sustainable financing necessary to scale high-impact health AI use cases in resource-constrained settings Target participants The forum will convene participants from 16 ADB DMCs including Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Indonesia, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Mongolia, Nepal, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Uzbekistan, and Viet Nam. In addition, health system leaders and practitioners, private sector technologists, academic experts, representatives from civil society organizations, development partners, and philanthropic institutions engaged in AI for Health from Australia, the People’s Republic of China, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the Republic of Korea will also be invited. SessionsDay 1 (25 March)Session 1: AI Use Cases for the Care Continuum: Improving Access and QualitySession 2: Adopting a risk-based approach for AI use case prioritizationSession 3: Establishing the Minimum Ecosystem for Implementation Risk ManagementSession 4: Future-Ready Health Workforce: Building Competency for Human-AI CollaborationDay 2 (26 March)Session 5: The Political Economy of AI in Health: Understanding Stakeholder Interests and their Impact on EquitySession 6: AI and Health Financing: Supporting Fair Coverage and ProtectionSession 7: AI Regulation and Oversight: Pathways for Different RealitiesSession 8: The Way Forward – Building Alliances and Regional Partnership How to registerThe forum will be held in a hybrid format. In-person attendance is by invitation only, while livestreaming of the forum will be available to the public. To register, please complete this form on or before 24 March 2026.Event organizers / partnersAsian Development Bank (ADB)WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific High-Level Technology Fund (HLTF)ContactAkihito WatabeHealth Specialist, SD3-HSDawatabe@adb.org Jae Kyoun KimHealth Specialist, SD3-HSDjkkim@adb.org
Opinion: The Barrier to ALS Precision Drugs Isn’t Science. It’s the ‘Valley of Death’
As Congress debates renewing the Act for ALS, it must prepare for the coming era of precision ALS medicine by prioritizing early-stage research to more quickly bring effective treatments to the market.
In debate over sugary drinks, Colorado weighs health benefits and personal choice
Colorado received a waiver from the USDA to restrict the use of SNAP benefits to buy those sweetened beverages. But it needs the approval of the state human services board.
The Herald's weekly entertainment picks
Looking to be entertained from Thursday, March 19, through Wednesday, March 25? Check out the Skagit Valley Herald’s weekly recommendations.
NHL 26 Predicts Stars vs. Avalanche
Let's see what real life has in store for us.
Messi scores 900th career goal in Inter Miami cup clash
Argentine superstar Lionel Messi bagged the 900th goal of his glittering career on Wednesday, scoring for Inter Miami in their CONCACAF Champions Cup clash with Nashville.- Clinical finish - The Argentine World Cup winner's 900th goal came early in Miami's last-16 second leg tie with MLS rivals Nashville.
Grand Central Mall announces multi-million dollar renovation plans, entertainment center
VIENNA — A multi-million-dollar renovation project is set to transform Grand Central Mall, with officials and community leaders announcing sweeping upgrades and new attractions during a Wednesday morning event. Joe Bell, director of corporate communications, said the planned changes will significantly modernize the longtime shopping center and bring new energy to the Mid-Ohio Valley. “There […]
What’s New in Vegas: Attractions, Shows, Nightlife, and Entertainment Values
The latest captivating experiences to debut in Sin City.
Cavs at Bulls: How to watch, odds, and injury report
The Cavaliers will look to pick up their second win on this three-game road trip.
Ever Joint Claims Evaluated: What the Science Says About EverJoint Joint Support Ingredients
A 2026 company-issued informational report outlining how Ever Joint positions its joint support formula, ingredient-level research context, oxidative stress claims, pricing structure, and what consumers should verify before purchasingTallmadge, Ohio, March 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This release is based on information provided by Ever Joint and reflects how the company describes its product, ingredients, and related scientific context. It is not an independent product review or third-party ev
Thai Leader Anutin Set to Extend Rule in Vote After Election Win
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is poised to win lawmaker approval for a new term less than six weeks after elections, potentially bringing stability to the country’s often volatile political landscape and allowing him to manage the fallout from the war in the Middle East.
Oura health AI lead sees ring maker as a health care company
Oura, which has raised more than $2 billion at an $11 billion valuation, does not yet offer any medical-grade services.
Nvidia is quietly building a multibillion-dollar behemoth to rival its chips business
Nvidia's networking business raked in $11 billion last quarter despite getting significantly less fanfare than chips and gaming.
Mullin under microscope by Senate colleagues over temperament, stolen valor and ICE in tense DHS confirmation hearing
A typically friendly setting for one of their own turned tense on Capitol Hill Wednesday with senators grilling Markwayne Mullin for roughly three hours as he vies to become President Donald Trump’s next Department of Homeland Security chief.
100 Years of Documentary, Funding Cuts, Politics in CPH:DOX Focus
A panel at the Copenhagen doc festival's industry conference also discussed a key reason for the documentary Oscar win for 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' on Sunday.
Small Business Focus: Does AI keep you up at night?
Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming one of the most valuable tools available to small businesses and entrepreneurs — and BizLaunch is bringing that opportunity to the local business community with an upcoming in‑person workshop, “AI Advantage: Creating Winning Proposals With Smart Tools.” Led by the expert consultants at Revby, the program will explore how AI
General Mills offloads Brazil business as sales dip
The Golden Valley-based food company posted profit lower than Wall Street’s expectations, and this latest divestiture will help it focus on pet food and other growing segments.
WNBA, players union reach agreement; season to start on time, reports say
In the early hours of Wednesday, the WNBA and its players union came together to reach a verbal agreement in the CBA, it will now be passed to the players and the league's Board of Governors for approval.
'The Adding Machine' review: Elmer Rice's play gets a sluggish revival
Elmer Rice's "The Adding Machine," an expressionist classic on automation and worker insecurity, speaks directly to an age in which livelihoods are threatened by AI innovation.
Grassroots Climate Justice in Lebanon: Money, Power, and the Politics of Survival
Lebanon is caught in a cycle of financial meltdown, political instability, and climate change.
EU Inc proposal seeks to rival US in innovation by easing startup creation
The European Commission proposed on Wednesday allowing firms to set up in as little as 48 hours and operate according to a single set of rules across the 27-nation EU in a bid to narrow the gap with the United States in innovative startups.
7 events in Lancaster County this weekend, from a plant shop reopening to Zenkaikon
Spring starts this Friday, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate its arrival through the arts scene in Lancaster County this week.
Nell Nolan: Children's Carnival Club, Arthurians
Children’s Carnival Club
Swatch Warns Political, Economic Challenges to Continue in 2026
Swatch Group AG is bracing for economic and political upheaval to persist this year, as the Swiss watchmaker hit out at tariffs and trade disruption that have upended the luxury industry.
Scientists race to decode data from Europe’s vanishing glaciers
Glacier ice contains valuable information about the climates of the past. Researchers are scrambling to study it before it's too late.
A Look At Tencent Music Entertainment Group (TME) Valuation After Optimism Around Earnings And Analyst Upgrades
Tencent Music Entertainment Group (TME) has been in focus after a recent upswing in its share price, driven by optimism ahead of earnings, recent analyst upgrades, and Apple’s lower App Store commissions in China. See our latest analysis for Tencent Music Entertainment Group. That recent pre earnings optimism now sits against a sharp pullback, with a 1 day share price return of a 24.65% decline and a 30 day share price return of a 28.27% decline. At the same time, the 3 year total shareholder...
Gilgeous-Alexander scores 40 as Thunder clinch playoff berth
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a 40-point scoring performance as the Oklahoma City Thunder became the first team to punch their ticket to the NBA playoffs with a 113-108 defeat of the Orlando Magic on Tuesday.Reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Gilgeous-Alexander saluted the Thunder's resilience after a mixed first-half performance.
Nigeria’s old guard still holds the cards in a young nation
Many younger voters backed Bola Tinubu’s rival in the 2023 election but the president retains a firm grip on power
MacBook Neo rivalis cloud servers in database workload test
DuckDB compared the MacBook Neo with a range of cloud servers to see how Apple’s new entry-level laptop performs on heavy database workloads.
Judge mocks White House East Wing ‘alteration’ as a ‘brazen interpretation of the laws of vocabulary’
The Trump administration’s arguments in defense of the massive White House ballroom project on Tuesday found virtually no purchase before a federal judge, who appears ready to rule that the president skirted the law by undertaking construction without congressional approval.
Cibus Reports Fourth Quarter Financial Results and Provides Business Update
SAN DIEGO, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cibus, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBUS) (the "Company"), a leading agricultural technology company that develops and licenses plant traits to seed companies, today announced its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, and provided a business update. Management will host a conference call and webcast today at 4:30 p.m. ET. Management Commentary Peter Beetham, Interim Chief Executive Officer of Cibus, commented, "2025 was a landmark year that val
2026 Valspar Championship odds, picks: Surprising predictions from model that's called 16 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the Valspar Championship 2026 10,000 times and revealed PGA best bets
Allina Health to join Sutter Health in $26B proposed merger
Sutter Health and Minneapolis-based Allina Health unveiled plans to join and form a 39-hospital, $26 billion revenue nonprofit health system. | The cross-regional proposed deal would create a 39-hospital nonprofit system and is expected to close before the end of the year, pending a definitive agreement and regulatory approvals.
'Mystery Science Theater 3000' Revival Raises Nearly $2.7 Million
RiffTrax and Shout! Studios' "Mystery Science Theater 3000" revival Kickstarter campaign has closed with some big numbers.
The 2026 Lollapalooza lineup just dropped: Everything to know about dates, headliners, tickets and more
The annual four-day music festival officially returns to Grant Park in Chicago, Illinois July 30-Aug. 2 with over 150 musicians including this year's headliners Charli XCX, Tate McRae, Lorde, Olivia Dean, John Summit, Jennie, The Smashing Pumpkins and The xx.
The economic value of policies and programs to support children’s mental health
Richard Frank and Chloe Zilkha explore the economic payoff of early childhood and school-based health care policies related to mental health.
The Promptory Launches First Curated AI Marketplace with Built-In AI Strategy Director for Small Business and Enterprises
FRISCO, Texas, March 17, 2026--The Promptory, a privately held technology company, today announced the official launch of its AI tools marketplace — the first curated platform built specifically to help small, medium, and enterprise businesses find, evaluate, and implement the right AI tools for their specific needs.
Outside Lands act to play intimate Bay Area shows ahead of festival
Mariah the Scientist will be in San Francisco and Oakland for her “Hearts Sold Separately” tour, in support of her recent album of the same name.
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