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Once Anti-Abortion, Now a Progressive: The Evolution of a Maine Democrat
Troy Jackson, who is expected to become his party’s nominee in the state’s marquee Senate race, has long been an economic populist, but his positions on social issues have changed markedly over time.
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The U.S. Is Pulling Back on Energy Efficiency
The Trump administration is undoing fuel-saving efforts even as war in Iran, data centers and heat waves are pushing up gasoline and electricity costs.
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The Ordeal of a 42-Day Hantavirus Quarantine: ‘I Felt Like a Prisoner’
Eighteen Americans were isolated for weeks in a Nebraska quarantine facility after being exposed to the deadly virus on a cruise ship. Many found the experience traumatic.
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Trump Rejected Nearly 6,000 Clemency Applications Amid Hope of Pardon Wave
Expectations were raised for a raft of pardons in connection with the country’s 250th birthday but the president granted fewer than 20 on July 3.
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How Music Shapes Our Emotions: The Science Behind the Sound
There’s something undeniably magical about the way music can instantly alter our mood. We’ve all experienced those moments when a song comes on the radio and suddenly, we’re transported to a different time or place. Maybe it’s a track that reminds us of a summer road trip or a melody that brings back the bittersweet…
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The Surprising Science Shift That Changed His Career — A Conversation with Richard J. Fehir, Ph.D.
This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with my new colleague, Richard J. Fehir, Ph.D., Senior Chemist/Regulatory Scientist, at B&C and its consulting affiliate, The Acta Group (Acta®), to discuss his career at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and how he is now deploying his considerable scientific chops at B&C and Acta. Rick…
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AI Issues Every Human Resources Team Should Be Thinking About Right Now
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of everyday Human Resources and People operations—from recruiting and onboarding to performance management and employee relations. But as AI becomes more integrated into these functions, it also creates significant legal and compliance risks….By: Coblentz Patch Duffy & Bass
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The Surprising Science Shift That Changed His Career — A Conversation with Richard J. Fehir, Ph.D.
This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with my new colleague, Richard J. Fehir, Ph.D., Senior Chemist/Regulatory Scientist, at B&C and its consulting affiliate, The Acta Group (Acta®), to discuss his career at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and how he is now deploying his considerable scientific chops at B&C and Acta. Rick…
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The White House’s “Gold Eagle” Cybersecurity Initiative: More Branding Than Breakthrough?
On July 14, the White House announced the launch of “Gold Eagle,” a new federal government-industry clearinghouse for coordinating cybersecurity vulnerability detection and remediation across critical infrastructure. Established under Executive Order 14409, “Promoting Advanced Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Security” (signed June 2, 2026), the initiative brings together CISA, the Department of the Treasury, the Department…
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AI Issues Every Human Resources Team Should Be Thinking About Right Now
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of everyday Human Resources and People operations—from recruiting and onboarding to performance management and employee relations. But as AI becomes more integrated into these functions, it also creates significant legal and compliance risks….By: Coblentz Patch Duffy & Bass
