Mosquito Olfactory Receptor Discovery Leads to Potential New Repellents
University of Washington and Baylor University researchers identify key receptor that triggers mosquito avoidance response to plant-based compound.
Federal Cuts Pose Budget Challenges for Many States
States Brace for Perfect Storm of Budget Challenges
Health
Mental Health Association Seeks Award Nominees
Honors recognize individuals and businesses supporting mental health in Washington County

US Healthcare Spending Yields Mixed Results, Study Finds
Increased costs lead to health gains for some conditions but not others, highlighting need for better resource allocation
Parental Weight Before Pregnancy Linked to Child's Fatty Liver Risk
Study finds parental obesity significantly increases likelihood of children developing metabolic associated fatty liver disease.
Lifestyle
Howard University Celebrates 159 Years Since Founding
The historically Black university was established in Washington, D.C. in 1867 to educate newly freed African Americans.

Education Department Transfers More Programs to Other Agencies
Agreements with HHS and State Department shift responsibilities away from the Education Department.
Education Department Shifts More Responsibilities to Other Agencies
Agreements with HHS and State Department mark further steps in Trump administration's goal of downsizing the Education Department.
Sports
Celtics Cruise Past Wizards for Series Sweep
Boston dominates Washington for third straight victory in playoff push

Washington Commanders Unveil $4 Billion Stadium Renderings
New domed stadium set to open in 2030 after demolition of old RFK Stadium site.
Commanders Sign Former College Teammate of QB Jayden Daniels
The move reunites the quarterback with his former Arizona State backfield mate Rachaad White.
Business
Swiss National Bank Reduces Stake in Expeditors International of Washington
Institutional investor sells 22,200 shares of transportation company's stock

Expeditors International Shares Sold by Intech Investment Management
Institutional investor decreases holdings in transportation company
Hanford Nuclear Site Contractor Agrees to $3.45M Labor Fraud Settlement
Hanford Mission Integration Solutions admitted to overcharging the DOE for labor hours at the Hanford Nuclear Site cleanup.
Science
Astronomers Witness Rare Planetary Collision, Offering Clues on Moon's Formation
The dramatic cosmic crash could provide insights into how Earth and its moon were created.

Ancient Crocodile Ancestor Walked on Two Legs as Adult
Newly discovered fossil reveals fascinating details about a 200-million-year-old reptile's changing gait.
The Age of Animal Experiments is Waning: Where Will Science Go Next?
Advancements in technology and growing ethical concerns are driving a global movement to phase out animal testing in favor of more accurate, human-relevant methods.