USDA Plans $1 Billion for 2027 Regenerative Farming Pilot: How to Apply
USDA plans $1 billion in fiscal 2027 assistance for its regenerative farming pilot. Farmers can apply through local NRCS offices by state ranking dates.
WHO Discussion Asks Who Controls Traditional Medicine Knowledge in the AI Era
WHO and partners examined consent, attribution and benefit-sharing as AI research uses traditional medicine knowledge. The discussion did not create a new global rule.
NASA Adds New Glenn 9×4 to Launch Contract, With No Mission Assigned Yet
NASA added Blue Origin’s New Glenn 9×4 to its launch-services contract. The vehicle can now be considered for future work, but no specific mission was announced.
NASA Targets Thursday Launch for Crew-13: Time, Crew and How to Watch
NASA is targeting 11:10 a.m. Eastern Thursday for Crew-13. Here are the crew, planned docking time and live coverage details, with launch timing subject to change.
What the Corteva Pesticide Settlement Could Change for Farmers
A proposed FTC and state settlement would end Corteva’s distributor loyalty program, limit similar restrictions for 10 years and require a $35 million state payment. Court approval is still needed.
South-Central Texas Flood Watch Begins Wednesday Evening
A flood watch covers much of South-Central Texas from Wednesday evening through Friday. Here is the latest NWS timing, rainfall range and alert guidance.
South Africa summons U.S. ambassador for third time in nine months
South Africa issued a third formal diplomatic protest to U.S. Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell III, citing undisclosed “undiplomatic conduct” amid strained bilateral ties.
South Africa orders safety audits and case reviews after killings of women
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced 60-day safety audits and 90-day reviews of unresolved gender-based violence cases after at least 11 women were killed in Ekurhuleni.
Golden Knights open season with 5–2 win over Blackhawks
Jack Eichel recorded a goal and two assists as Vegas began its Western Conference title defense with a 5–2 victory over Chicago.
Backpack wins 2026 Fat Bear Week at Alaska’s Katmai National Park
Bear 89, known as Backpack, narrowly defeated Bear 910 after a record-setting week of public voting focused on brown bears’ preparation for hibernation.