Science
Sen. Moran Hosts NASA Administrator in Kansas to Tour Suppliers
Moran and NASA chief visit aerospace manufacturers in the state.
Mosquitoes Drawn to Specific Cues, Not Coordinated Attacks
Georgia Tech study reveals mosquitoes act independently, not as a disciplined swarm, in response to visual and chemical signals.
Mosquitoes Detect Plant Repellent Through Specific Sensory Receptor
New research reveals Aedes aegypti mosquitoes use OR49 receptor to avoid borneol, a compound found in aromatic plants.
Lifestyle
GW Receives $3M Gift to Boost Civil Discourse and Elite Athletics
Donation from Alumni Couple Ted and Meredith Segal to Fund Sesno Series and Basketball Programs
Crookston Preschool Closure Sparks Debate on Early Education's Impact
Community weighs benefits of 3-year-old program for child development and local prosperity
GW Unveils New Mission to Shape Future of Education
The renowned university in Washington, D.C. redefines its purpose with a focus on global impact and civic engagement.
Health
New 'Cicada' COVID Variant Appears to Affect Kids More
Scientists say the BA.3.2 variant, nicknamed 'Cicada,' is not causing more severe disease but is breaking the pattern of primarily affecting older adults.
Public Health Experts Call for Stricter Glyphosate Regulation
Researchers cite 'compelling evidence' that widely used herbicide can cause cancer
Researcher Guest-Edits Journal on Indigenous Health
Rachel Wilbur is guest editing a special issue of the journal SSM - Mental Health, focused on Indigenous self-determination and mental health.
Economics
Gas Prices Could Hit $5/Gallon: Strait of Hormuz Crisis Explained
Ongoing Middle East conflict sends shockwaves through global energy markets
US Imposes 100% Tariffs on Patented Drugs, Sparking Pharma Deals
The Trump administration's move aims to boost US drug manufacturing, but raises questions about healthcare costs and regulation.
Federal Cuts Pose Budget Challenges for Many States
Expiring pandemic aid and new federal policies create fiscal pressures for state governments
Business
Prominent PhRMA CEO Departs Amid Shifting Pharmaceutical Lobbying Landscape
The exit of Steve Ubl signals a power shift as the White House takes a more direct approach to drug pricing negotiations.
Newburgh Plans Major Mixed-Use Development
Over 290 new apartments and retail spaces proposed across four buildings in downtown Newburgh
Dakota Wealth Management Acquires 16,221 Shares in Expeditors International of Washington
The firm purchased a new stake in the transportation company's stock in the fourth quarter.
