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John Phelan, the US Navy Secretary, has been ousted from his position, with reports citing a clash with Pentagon leadership and the ongoing naval blockade of Iran as contributing factors. Hung Cao has been named as the interim US Navy Secretary following Phelan's departure.
Online interactive gaming platform Roblox has agreed to a $36 million settlement with West Virginia, Alabama, and Nevada. The settlement addresses allegations that the company endangered children through its platform.
Authorities are searching for multiple suspects after a mother, a pregnant 17-year-old, and a 12-year-old boy were found brutally murdered in a Wilmer, Alabama home.
An 86-year-old French widow, Marie-Thérèse, has returned to France after being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Her detention sparked international attention and concern amidst various controversies surrounding the agency.
An ex-Alabama defensive lineman is alleged to have impersonated three NFL players, including former Browns TE David Njoku, using makeup and wigs to orchestrate a $20 million loan scam.
A former Alabama football player has pleaded guilty in a fraud case that also involves NFL players. The individual could face prison time as a result of the charges.
R&B superstars Usher and Chris Brown have announced dates for their upcoming co-headlining 'R&B Tour' across North America. The tour will bring together the two artists for a series of performances.
An elderly woman robbed a bank in Alabama and subsequently handed the stolen money over to police, with charges currently pending as authorities investigate the unusual incident.
Country singer Ella Langley recounted a "very scary" haunted house experience at an Alabama church that led to her feeling "saved again," reflecting on her Southern Baptist upbringing.
Billboard highlights Miranda Lambert, Brooks & Dunn, George Strait, Alabama, and Garth Brooks as some of the artists holding records at the ACM Awards.
Viral clips show Alabama Barker and N3on discussing their internet personas, with Barker notably having N3on sign an NDA, sparking online interest.
A collection of photographs by Gordon Parks documents black family life in postwar Alabama, highlighting the dignity and resilience of people living under discriminatory Jim Crow laws in the US South.
A 16-year-old has been charged following a midday shooting incident in a busy Walmart parking lot in Alabama.
An ABC affiliate in Alabama issued an apology after one of its anchors concluded a newscast by quoting the founder of the Muslim Brotherhood, a group with terror links.
Rapper Megan Thee Stallion was rushed to a New York City hospital after falling 'very ill' mid-way through a performance of 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical' on Broadway, forcing her to exit the show. Her symptoms are currently being evaluated, with reports from German and Norwegian media confirming her hospitalization.
A rare fossil discovery in Alabama, USA, provides a dramatic glimpse into a battle between two ancient marine predators from the Cretaceous period, highlighting the dangers of prehistoric oceans.
Despite long-standing desegregation efforts, outdated court orders from the 1960s continue to force Alabama schools to implement racial quotas, leading to ongoing discrimination concerns.
A guide provides details on how to watch the March Madness game between the No. 4 Crimson Tide and the No. 1 Wolverines, with Alabama player Aden Holloway receiving judicial permission to leave the state to participate.
March 7 is remembered as 'Bloody Sunday,' a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement when peaceful marchers in Selma, Alabama, were brutally attacked by state troopers in 1965.
A brush fire broke out at Gulf Shores State Park in Alabama, prompting road closures and requiring the Fire Department to respond. Chilling visuals of the fire have emerged from the city.
Hamdija Alukić, a 70-year-old Bosnian citizen, was arrested in Alabama last week and is awaiting an extradition hearing to Bosnia and Herzegovina. He is accused of war crimes, including arson of a house and car in Kozarac, during the 1992 conflict in the Prijedor region.
The United States is experiencing a striking mix of weather extremes this March, including severe flooding in Hawaii, described as the worst in 20 years on Oahu, a record-breaking heatwave across the West, and rare snow in Alabama, with experts suggesting these events bear the 'fingerprint' of the climate crisis.
Alabama meets Texas Tech for a shootout in Tampa with a spot in the Sweet Sixteen on the line
Prosecutors allege that Alabama guard Aden Holloway was found with 2.1 pounds of marijuana and had drug transaction texts on his phone following his arrest, according to a report.
An Alabama student reportedly fell to his death accidentally in the waters of Barcelona, Spain.
Philon scores 29 points, Alabama wipes out early deficit to oust Hofstra 90-70 in Midwest Region AP News
Die Atomreaktoren sollen in den US-Staaten Tennessee und Alabama gebaut werden. Auch Investitionen in Erdgas-Kraftwerksanlagen wurden vereinbart
Spanish police have announced the discovery of the body of an American student who had been reported missing in Barcelona.
Police searching for missing Alabama student James Gracey in Spain have found his wallet in the sea, while his phone was reportedly found in the possession of a stranger, as the investigation continues.
The Alabama-born guitarist recorded with Bob Marley and the Wailers on Catch a Fire and Joni Mitchell on Court and Spark
The Alabama Supreme Court has ruled that police can demand to see identification, a decision stemming from the arrest of a Black pastor.
Law enforcement responded to reports of shots fired at a VA clinic in Jasper, Alabama, resulting in at least one victim being flown to the hospital.
The Alabama Supreme Court has issued a ruling stating that police officers can demand identification, specifically in a case involving a pastor who was arrested while watering flowers.
The ESPN college basketball analyst has named Alabama guard Labaron Philon Jr. as part of his 2025-26 All-America team.
Images circulating online appear to show American military personnel transporting a Russian Buk-M3 air defense system in Alabama, leading to speculation about its presence in the US.
Principal Financial Group, Inc. (PFG) announced its plan to acquire DentaNet, an Alabama Dental Network, expanding its presence in the dental insurance market.
An Alabama woman allegedly touched passengers' faces and then punched elderly travelers during a flight to the Caribbean, forcing an emergency landing in Miami.
What to know about the Alabama man granted clemency two days before his execution AP News
An Oscar-nominated documentary reveals a rotten and inhumane prison system in Alabama that warehouses rather than rehabilitates inmates, writes Lise Ring in this column.
Thousands gathered in Selma, Alabama, to commemorate the 61st anniversary of the Civil Rights march on the Edmund Pettus Bridge, amid renewed concerns about the Voting Rights Act.
HD Hyundai Electric has held a groundbreaking ceremony for its second North American production plant in Montgomery, Alabama, scheduled for completion in April.
Alabama is preparing to execute a 75-year-old man, sparking controversy as he maintains his innocence and did not directly commit the murder for which he was convicted.
This year's Oscar-nominated documentaries include a tale of terminal cancer, dispatches from behind bars in Alabama, and stories from Iran and Russia.
Principal Financial Group plans to acquire a dental benefits network based in Alabama.
A family-owned carrier based in Alabama has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, indicating financial distress.
Country star Riley Green chooses Alabama farm over Nashville career move, saying his roots provide song inspiration and a much slower pace of life.
After visiting an Alabama center, Carmen Felisa Ramírez Boscán, a representative of Colombians abroad, asked President Petro to expedite proceedings to bring ailing detainees back home: ‘They prefer to die in their own country’
We were the architects of our own demise
Federal energy officials say they will loan a record $27 billion federal loan to Georgia Power and Alabama Power to expand electricity supply
An Alabama cat that's up for adoption is getting a lot of buzz, thanks in part to its extra set of ears.
A car crash in Baldwin County, Alabama, resulted in one fatality and one injury.
Sairaalalaivojen tehtävänä on tukea Yhdysvaltojen joukkoja operaatioiden aikana. Lisäksi niitä on käytetty katastrofiavussa ja humanitaarisissa operaatioissa.
Huey Magoo's has signed a 12-unit deal to expand its presence, entering the Texas market and further growing its footprint in Alabama.
Which US States Are Seeing Incomes Rise The Fastest (And Slowest) Since 2019, U.S. household incomes have surged - rising from $68,700 to $83,730 nationally, a 21.9% increase in just five years. But where you live matters a lot. While some states tracked close to the national average, others saw incomes climb at nearly double the pace, driven by booming local industries and major investment. States like Colorado posted outsized gains, while Georgia’s expanding EV industry brought billions in investment and rising paychecks. The map, via Visual Capitalist's Dorothy Neufeld, shows which states saw the fastest growth in median household income from 2019 to 2024, using data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Trends in Median Income by State Below, we show the change in median household income for all 50 U.S. states and D.C. between 2019 and 2024 using nominal figures (not adjusted for inflation): Rank State Change in Median Household Income Median Household Income 2019 Median Household Income 2024 1 Colorado 46.9% $72,500 $106,500 2 Georgia 43.4% $56,630 $81,210 3 Maine 36.3% $66,550 $90,730 4 Montana 36.1% $60,190 $81,920 5 Tennessee 34.0% $56,630 $75,860 6 Rhode Island 31.6% $70,150 $92,290 7 Massachusetts 29.9% $87,710 $113,900 8 Florida 29.6% $58,370 $75,630 9 Iowa 29.4% $66,050 $85,480 10 Missouri 29.4% $60,600 $78,390 11 California 28.8% $78,100 $100,600 12 New Hampshire 28.7% $86,900 $111,800 13 North Dakota 25.8% $70,030 $88,080 14 Mississippi 25.0% $44,790 $55,980 15 Ohio 24.5% $64,660 $80,520 16 South Dakota 24.3% $64,260 $79,850 17 Michigan 23.9% $64,120 $79,460 18 South Carolina 23.8% $62,030 $76,780 19 Idaho 23.7% $65,990 $81,650 20 Utah 23.0% $84,520 $104,000 21 Wisconsin 22.6% $67,350 $82,560 22 New York 20.8% $71,850 $86,830 23 Texas 20.8% $67,440 $81,490 24 Wyoming 20.8% $65,130 $78,680 25 New Mexico 20.8% $53,110 $64,140 26 Oregon 20.5% $74,410 $89,700 27 Virginia 20.2% $81,310 $97,720 28 Kansas 19.9% $73,150 $87,690 29 Arizona 19.9% $70,670 $84,700 30 Arkansas 18.9% $54,540 $64,840 31 Washington 18.3% $82,450 $97,500 32 New Jersey 18.0% $87,730 $103,500 33 Nebraska 17.9% $73,070 $86,140 34 West Virginia 17.6% $53,710 $63,150 35 Louisiana 17.5% $51,710 $60,740 36 Alabama 16.7% $56,200 $65,560 37 Alaska 16.4% $78,390 $91,260 38 Kentucky 16.4% $55,660 $64,790 39 Delaware 15.7% $74,190 $85,860 40 Indiana 15.0% $66,690 $76,710 41 Maryland 14.8% $95,570 $109,700 42 Vermont 14.7% $74,310 $85,260 43 Connecticut 13.7% $87,290 $99,240 44 Nevada 13.7% $70,910 $80,590 45 Pennsylvania 13.4% $70,580 $80,060 46 Minnesota 13.4% $81,430 $92,350 47 Illinois 13.2% $74,400 $84,210 48 District of Columbia 12.6% $93,110 $104,800 49 Hawaii 11.6% $88,010 $98,240 50 Oklahoma 9.9% $59,400 $65,310 51 North Carolina 9.9% $61,160 $67,220 Colorado’s thriving tech industry helped push median income up 46.9%, the fastest rise across states. With $165,606 in average earnings across the sector in 2023, Colorado ranked sixth-highest nationally. From software to renewable energy, employment growth has expanded by double- or even triple-digit percentages across various roles since 2018. Georgia ranks in a close second, with median incomes climbing 43.4%. In particular, the EV and aerospace sectors are playing a key role in job creation. Since 2018, the state has seen $27.3 billion in investment across EV, aerospace, and battery manufacturers including Rivian and SK Battery America. Maine, meanwhile, saw wages rise 36.3%. In 2024, wages across the tech sector saw the steepest jump of 11.4% while those in the construction sector saw strong gains of 8.5%. Other factors, such as its older population and tight labor market, have further boosted wages. Falling near the middle of the pack were New York and Texas, each with wage gains of 20.8% between 2019 and 2024. By contrast, North Carolina and Oklahoma saw only 9.9% cumulative wage growth, the weakest performance nationwide. Median household income in both states remains well below the U.S. average and still trails pre-pandemic levels. To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on average hourly earnings by state in 2025. Tyler Durden Sat, 02/14/2026 - 22:45
After entering the portal earlier this month, Alabama transfer Taylor Bol Bowen has reportedly announced where he will play next season.
Singer D4vd has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, to which he has pleaded not guilty. Authorities allege he sexually abused and dismembered the victim, with reports indicating he feared career ruin.
The Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team is reportedly interested in a 6-foot-6 guard who played his freshman season at Alabama.
The Alabama Supreme Court has ruled that police officers are permitted to compel a pastor who is watering flowers to show his identification. This decision addresses the extent of police authority in requiring identification from individuals in public spaces.
Ahead of their three-game series in Austin, three bold predictions have been made for the Alabama Crimson Tide baseball team's matchup against the Texas Longhorns.
Alabama has scheduled an execution by nitrogen gas for a man convicted of killing two people during a robbery, marking a new method of capital punishment in the state.
Ishmael Jaffree, an Alabama parent who won a significant Supreme Court case rejecting school prayer, has passed away at the age of 80, marking a high point in the push for strict separation of church and state.
An iconic bridge located on a popular scenic route that traverses Alabama is scheduled to close for a year. The closure will impact travel along this significant pathway.
From California to Alabama, people of color are building communal spaces rooted in care and tradition Zappa Montag steps outside his home to a thicket of redwoods, Pacific madrones and oak trees.
An individual recounts their weekend experience at an astronaut training camp located in Alabama, detailing the activities and insights gained. The article also notes that this unique experience is accessible to the public.
Alabama songwriter Ella Langley is making waves as Nashville's latest crossover star, achieving chart success through a combination of hit songs, a willingness to take risks, and a unique artistic approach.
Alabama Barker was seen in Los Angeles wearing a provocative, sheer-paneled outfit that left little to the imagination.
An Alabama Democrat experienced an unexpected reaction from a town hall crowd when he inquired about voter ID requirements, an exchange that has since garnered significant attention online.
The first hearing for Hamdija Alukić, a Bosnian citizen accused of war crimes near Prijedor in 1992, was held in Alabama, where he stated he does not wish to be extradited to Bosnia and Herzegovina, with his lawyer claiming political persecution.
One year after President Trump announced high import tariffs, assessments reveal their impact on global trade and consumer costs. Mercedes-Benz is now investing $4 billion into its Alabama plant, a move directly influenced by these tariffs and their reshaping of US auto strategy, alongside challenges faced by small businesses.
More than 140 spring breakers were arrested at two parties in Gulf Shores, Alabama, with one incident involving a person allegedly pouring beer on an officer's head.
Two vicious crashes occurred during practice for the NTT IndyCar Series' Children's Of Alabama Indy Grand Prix at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama.
An Alabama couple faces a significant debt of $40,000 on a car valued at only $27,000, prompting financial experts on The Ramsey Show to advise them to rework their loan.
Pinnacle Financial (PNFP) is growing its Jacksonville team and has opened a new office in Alabama, indicating business expansion.
L3Harris has commenced high-volume production of its advanced counter-drone system at its facility in Alabama.
Police have arrested a man's ex-girlfriend and three other suspects across California, Georgia, and Alabama in connection with an alleged murder-for-hire plot that led to his death in an 'unusual' case.
The death of University of Alabama student Jimmy Gracey in Barcelona's Port Olímpic waters, where drugging has not been ruled out, prompted an ex-detective to detail how investigators handle such cases.
Broadcast information and TV schedules have been released for the March Madness Round 2 game between Texas Tech and Alabama.
The death of University of Alabama student Jimmy Gracey is being investigated as potentially accidental, with officials considering drug or alcohol impairment.
A University of Alabama student, James ‘Jimmy’ Gracey, was found dead in Barcelona after going missing. An autopsy revealed his injuries were consistent with repeatedly hitting the rocks of a breakwater, suggesting an accidental fall.
Policija u američkoj saveznoj državi Alabama uhapsila je 70-godišnjeg Hamdiju Alukića zbog optužbi za ratne zločine u BiH tokom 1992. godine.
The United States and Japan have announced a $40 billion joint project to develop small modular nuclear reactors in Tennessee and Alabama, aiming to strengthen their alliance.
A man has been convicted of murder for the 2019 death of Alabama college student Aniah Blanchard.
Police in Spain now suspect foul play in the case of a University of Alabama student who went missing during a night out, after his wallet was found floating in the sea.
James Paul Gracey who goes by Jimmy is a University of Alabama student who went missing in Barcelona, Spain, prompting his parents to issue an urgent plea.
In Black pastor's arrest, Alabama Supreme Court rules police can demand to see identification AP News
Not the kind of March Madness Alabama was hoping for -- star Crimson Tide player Aden Holloway was arrested and charged with first-degree possession of marijuana ahead of the NCAA Tournament ...
The crash brings US death toll from Operation Epic Fury to at least 13 service members
Former Alabama defensive lineman Jonathan Allen has reportedly found a new NFL home a week after being released by the Minnesota Vikings.
Charles Burton, who participated in a 1991 store robbery where a customer was killed by another thief, had his execution annulled in Alabama just two days before it was scheduled. He escaped death row after the ruling.
A 13-year-old boy knocked out his stepfather after he allegedly attempted to strangle his mother during a domestic violence incident in south Alabama.
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has commuted the death sentence of Charles 'Sonny' Burton, who was set for nitrogen gas execution, after it was determined he was not present at the site of the murder when the fatal shot occurred.
Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama has commuted Charles Burton's death sentence to life imprisonment due to public outcry.
Mercedes-Benz has reached a settlement in a National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) case concerning a unionization effort at its Alabama plant.
Charles Burton will be executed by nitrogen gas, a method the state began using in 2024
An Alabama woman has been charged with embezzling $10 million from her employer in Shelby County.
The Alabama Crimson Tide baseball team defeated Jacksonville State 6-5 on Tuesday night at Sewell-Thomas Stadium. The Tide improved to 10-3 on the season and the Gamecocks fell to 10-3. Bama started graduate student Bobby Alcock on the mound against sophomore Fisher Cantrell for the visitors. Alcock had a perfect first inning with a strikeout […]
"The Traitors" season 4 winner, Rob Rausch, appears to have used some of his reality show money to buy some property ... TMZ has learned.According to official records obtained by TMZ ...
An illegal hunting complaint in Limestone County, Alabama, led to the arrest of individuals on drug trafficking charges.
Sen. Katie Britt, Republican of Alabama, is a budding bipartisan dealmaker. Her latest assignment: helping negotiate changes to immigration enforcement tactics.
Alabama Sen. Katie Britt came to national prominence in 2024 with an image as a firebrand on the right but has developed a reputation as a bipartisan deal maker in the Senate.
Principal photography has concluded for a documentary feature film chronicling the eight-decade-long journey of the veteran musical group The Blind Boys of Alabama, directed by Nick Nanton.
US President Donald Trump offered to deploy a hospital ship to Greenland, alleging widespread illness, but Greenland rejected the plan, noting both US Navy hospital ships were docked in Alabama.
The US Army held its inaugural Best Drone Warfighter competition in Huntsville, Alabama, bringing together drone operators from across the service to test their skills.
How Bhattacharya's NIH Is Rethinking China, DEI, And High‑Risk Labs Authored by Jeff Louderback, Jan Jekielek via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), For decades, scientists have looked at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) as an agency that publishes papers, according to Dr. Jay Bhattacharya. Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health, in Washington, on Feb. 8, 2026. Irene Luo/The Epoch Times Under President Donald Trump’s second term, the emphasis for NIH funding has shifted to “provable, testable hypotheses, not ideological narratives,” he said, which is resulting in widespread reforms to the agency. Bhattacharya, who obtained both a doctorate in economics and a medical degree from Stanford University within three years of each other, outlined changes that the NIH has implemented in his first year as the agency’s director and talked about his vision for the next three years in an interview with Epoch Times Senior Editor Jan Jekielek. The NIH has been instrumental in medical advances for decades, Bhattacharya said, but in the 21st century, it became “much more of a staid institution, not willing to take intellectual risks.” During the same time, the agency “was willing to take risks on dangerous gain-of-function and other social agendas, like DEI, that it had no business really engaging in.” “I think the NIH now, under my leadership, under President Trump’s leadership, and under what Secretary [Robert F.] Kennedy is looking over … is focused on actually addressing the chronic health problems of this country, reversing the flatlining of life expectancy, and making good on its mission ... research that improves the health and longevity of the American people, and the whole world,” he said. One of the 13 agencies managed by the Department of Health and Human Services, the NIH is the largest supporter of biomedical research globally, providing 85 percent of all biomedical research funding worldwide, according to Bhattacharya. It funds about $50 billion in scientific research via grants to hundreds of thousands of researchers at academic institutions and hospitals, he said. The NIH is not an agency that makes decisions or policies about public health directly, Bhattacharya said, noting that he intends to “remove the politicization of science that has existed for decades.” The National Institutes of Health Gateway Center in Bethesda, Md., on June 8, 2025. During President Donald Trump’s second term, National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya said the agency “is focused on actually addressing the chronic health problems of this country.” Elizabeth Frantz/Reuters/File Photo Political Agendas Over the past 15 to 20 years, the NIH has incorporated political rather than scientific agendas, Bhattacharya told The Epoch Times. “Probably the most prominent example of this is DEI—diversity, equity and inclusion,” he said. “If you were a researcher outside the NIH, the ticket to getting sort of extra, relatively easy funds was to promise to do DEI research. Looking into it, much of that research had no real scientific basis at all. I don’t even characterize this as science.” As an example, Bhattacharya used a project that studied the question: “Is structural racism the root reason why African Americans have worse hypertension results than other races?” “The problem with that hypothesis is that there’s no way to test it,” he said. “If structural racism is the cause, then what control group can you have to test the idea that that is true? ... None of that actually translated over to better health for anybody, much less for African Americans. “Scientists of the country understand that if they want NIH support, they need to propose projects that have the chance of improving the health of people rather than achieving some ideology that should not belong at the NIH.” The NIH has redirected its funding since Trump took office for his second term. That includes allocating funds for “early career scientists,” Bhattacharya said. President Donald Trump (C) speaks as National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya (2nd L) looks on during a press conference at the White House on May 12, 2025. The NIH redirected its funding priorities after Trump began his second term. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images Funding Changes There should be “fundamental changes” with the way the NIH funds educational institutions, Bhattacharya said, and he intends to work with Congress “to make [this] happen.” On Jan. 5, a federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration cannot reduce the amount of money the NIH pays grant recipients for indirect costs, including administration and facility maintenance. The ruling applies to three lawsuits filed by the attorneys general of Massachusetts and 21 other states, as well as hospitals, schools, and the associations that represent them. The NIH published a guidance document in February 2025 to limit how much grant funding could flow to research institutions to cover their indirect costs. These are costs that cannot be directly attributed to an individual research project and include expenses related to funding equipment, facilities, and research staff. The guidance document states that these indirect costs could not exceed 15 percent of funding for direct research costs, regardless of the costs incurred at universities. The NIH stated that Johns Hopkins, Yale, and Harvard charged in excess of 60 percent for indirect costs, even though they had billions of dollars in endowments. Attorneys for those who filed suit said small universities don’t have such large endowments and that if the guidance took effect, there would be many layoffs, stalled clinical trials, and laboratory closures. “If you don’t have amazing scientists who can win the grants, you’re not going to get the facility support. But in order to attract excellent scientists to your institution, you have to have excellent facilities. It’s the kind of Catch-22 that guarantees that our funding from the NIH is going to be concentrated in relatively few institutions,” Bhattacharya said. Scientists at schools such as the University of Alabama, the University of Oklahoma, and the University of Kansas deserve access to funding like Stanford and Harvard, he said. A researcher studies skin wound healing in a lab at the University of Illinois Chicago in Chicago on March 5, 2025. On Jan. 5, a federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration could not limit the percentage amount the National Institutes of Health pays grant recipients for indirect costs, including administrative expenses and facility maintenance. Scott Olson/Getty Images Dealing With China The NIH must be “very careful about how we fund research relationships with China, especially post-pandemic,” Bhattacharya said. “The U.S. invested in the Chinese biomedical research enterprise. Almost every single top Chinese biomedical research scientist of note was funded in some part by the NIH. Many were trained in the United States, so we invested heavily in that,” he said. “Post-pandemic, and especially given the geopolitical circumstances we are in now, it looks, in retrospect, like it wasn’t all that wise an investment.” The NIH must implement more secure measures with foreign research, he said, referencing the collaboration with the Wuhan Institute of Virology. “In the case of Wuhan, what happened was that the NIH funded … Eco Health Alliance, which had a sub-award relationship with the Wuhan Institute of Virology,” Bhattacharya said. “When the pandemic happened, and the NIH had an interest in getting the lab notebooks of what exactly was studied in Wuhan, the Eco Health Alliance essentially delayed reporting at all about what it knew had happened,” Bhattacharya said. “They ultimately said, ‘Oh, well, we don’t control Wuhan Institute of Virology. We can’t get the lab notebooks.’” He noted that the NIH “funded research in collaboration with China that was actually quite dangerous and may indeed have led to the pandemic.” Under Bhattacharya, the NIH now has more stringent auditing processes with domestic and foreign institutions. “If it is NIH-funded, then [the domestic and the foreign institutions] have to have direct auditing relationships united with the NIH,“ he said. ”Then the NIH can shut off money to the foreign institution, if it’s not cooperating. ... It’s called a sub-project system. It’s one of the first things that I did.” Read the rest here... Tyler Durden Thu, 02/19/2026 - 21:45
A NASA nuclear engineer, who had been missing since last year from his Alabama home, was found dead inside a burned Tesla vehicle. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
Tim Cook is stepping down from his role as CEO of Apple, with John Ternus, the company's senior vice president of hardware engineering, announced as his successor. This leadership change prompts discussions about Apple's future direction and challenges.
An Alabama native cautioned against relocating to low-cost states, advising that individuals without degrees in engineering, tech, or nursing might find themselves permanently stuck.
Luther Davis, who won an NCAA title with Alabama in 2009, sometimes wore wigs and makeup to disguise himself as NFL players in a scheme to obtain fraudulent loans, federal court documents state.
A 70-year-old patient in Alabama died during a routine surgical procedure after a surgeon reportedly removed his liver instead of his spleen, leading to a fatal outcome.
Bob Labbe, a veteran broadcaster with 53 years in the industry and host on WLRH-FM, has been honored as the Large-Market Radio Personality of the Year in Alabama.
An article details how a nonprofit organization successfully achieved its goals in Alabama by forming strategic partnerships with unexpected allies.
A well-known restaurant chain in Alabama has announced the closure of one of its locations, expressing gratitude to its customers for their ongoing support.
Alabama Shakes have released their second new track, 'American Dream,' since reuniting, ahead of the trio's North American spring tour.
Travis Barker's daughter, Alabama Barker, was seen getting cozy with French basketball player Diamant Blazi, fueling speculation about their relationship status.
An unlikely coalition successfully campaigned against the execution of Charles 'Sonny' Burton in Alabama, who was sentenced to death despite not being the trigger-man, saving his life after all appeals were exhausted.
An Alabama couple reports owing $40,000 on a car that is only valued at $27,000, highlighting a significant financial burden. The situation raises questions about car financing and consumer debt.
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has been discharged from the hospital following a minor medical procedure.
Mercedes-Benz USA's CEO has announced a $4 billion investment in its Alabama plant through 2030 to boost production and target a 28% increase in U.S. car sales, a move also driven by tariffs that will result in the transfer of 500 jobs to the United States.
German automaker Mercedes-Benz plans to invest $4 billion into its SUV manufacturing plant located in Alabama, signaling a significant expansion of its U.S. operations.
The University of Alabama is being accused of censorship in a lawsuit filed after the institution ended its student magazines.
Five defendants have each been sentenced to five years in prison as part of a plea deal related to a fatal birthday party shooting in Alabama.
A new report suggests that US developments, including a joint Japanese-American project for small modular reactors in Tennessee and Alabama, could offer a solution to Germany's energy challenges.
University of Alabama students held multiple memorials for beloved student Jimmy Gracey, while Barcelona police are awaiting autopsy results in his likely accidental death case.
Jimmy Gracey, an Alabama student, tragically vanished and died in Spain, with those who knew him remembering him as someone who 'pulled you into his soul'.
Spanish authorities are not pursuing criminal charges in the death of Alabama student Jimmy Gracey, as a preliminary autopsy suggests an accident in Barcelona and they await toxicology reports.
The NCAA Tournament is progressing, with only four perfect brackets remaining after the first three days, as teams compete for the final spots in the Sweet 16, including matchups like Alabama vs. Texas Tech.
James Gracey’s younger brother paid a heart-wrenching tribute to him after his body was found floating in the Mediterranean Sea outside a club in Barcelona.
Prosecutors claim that the phone of Alabama guard Aden Holloway contained evidence of drug transactions, leading to further investigation.
Alabama pitcher Tyler Fay achieved a no-hitter against Florida, marking the Tide's first complete game no-hitter since 1942.
Police confirm that security footage shows Alabama student James Gracey accidentally falling into the water while in Spain.
Leaders from the United States and Japan announced a comprehensive agreement involving significant Japanese investment in US energy infrastructure and industry, including a $40 billion deal for nuclear reactor construction in Tennessee and Alabama.
A massive search operation was launched for James ‘Jimmy’ Gracey, a 20-year-old University of Alabama student, missing in Barcelona
A US student, Jimmy Gracey has gone missing in Barcelona and police now suspect foul play after CCTV showed something.
Aden Holloway, Alabama's No. 2 scorer, had 2.1 pounds of marijuana when arrested, authorities say AP News
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey orders flags at half-staff to honor three fallen Air National Guard members from Birmingham who died in an Iraq KC-135 incident.
A local campaign against the small school reflects growing Islamophobia in conservative enclaves in America and among G.O.P. officials.
Alabamans Jimmy and Jim Rush waited 54 years for the restaurant's promised free oysters.
Obviously we’re not anywhere near high school football season right now, but plenty of people of dreaming for the moment toe hits leather once again this fall. As other sports take center stage all over the country, we’re going to begin a high school football stadium series and rank the Top 5 venues in every […]
An Alabama teenager came to his mother's aid, knocking out his stepfather during an alleged strangulation attempt, according to reports.
A man on death row in Alabama, who was convicted of a murder he did not personally commit, has been spared execution following an intervention by the state's governor.
NewEdge Advisors has expanded its employee channel by adding a $6 billion team from Alabama, signaling growth in the financial advisory sector.
Charles Burton, 75, is set to be executed in Alabama by nitrogen gas for a murder he did not commit, having left the store before the customer was killed during a robbery he participated in.
At least two dead after private plane crashes near Gulf Shores, Alabama airport Saturday night. Multiple agencies launch rescue effort in the area.
Bernard LaFayette, a key figure in the Selma, Alabama voting rights campaign and a Freedom Rider, has died at the age of 85. He was instrumental in laying the groundwork for the movement that led to the Voting Rights Act.
TikToker Riziki Ilenre's death has been ruled as a suicide, TMZ has learned. The Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences has determined the 27-year-old died by hanging herself from a ceiling fan ... and was found during a welfare check. She…
Grambling faces Alabama State, looking to end a 4-game road skid.
Andrew Jarecki and Charlotte Kaufman also share how viewers can become even more educated about America's prison systems after watching the documentary.
A 78-year-old inmate in Alabama, who was serving a life sentence for drug-related offenses, has died while in prison.
Severe storms, including a tornado and strong winds, have hit Alabama, causing damage to dozens of homes and bringing hail to the region.
An opinion piece argues that Canada is stagnating by many metrics but maintains a sense of moral superiority over the United States, particularly Alabama, despite its own issues.
Federal authorities have announced a substantial $26.5 billion loan to support the expansion of electric power infrastructure in Georgia and Alabama.
A driver previously involved in a crash that killed 10 people in Alabama is reportedly back on the road and has been involved in further incidents.
Each state has its own signature sandwich, from grilled cheese to a burger known as the Jucy Lucy. LauriPatterson/Getty Images Each state has its own signature sandwich, from a grilled cheese to something called a Jucy Lucy. Indiana claims to have the best pork tenderloin sandwich in the nation. Illinois is known for the Horseshoe, an open-face sandwich topped with fries and cheese sauce. Every state, from Alabama to Wyoming, has its own signature sandwich that locals can't get enough of. F...
Freshman Vic Moten delivered a dominant performance, both pitching and hitting, to lead Alabama softball to an 8-0 shutout victory over No. 7 Florida State.
An Alabama man has been accused of randomly killing a Florida driver on I-65 in Tennessee.