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On Morning Edition, NPR Music announced the winner of the 10th edition of the Tiny Desk Contest: The Philharmonik, a producer, singer, rapper and multi-instrumentalist from Sacramento, Calif. The band will perform at the iconic Tiny Desk at NPR headquarters in Washington, D.C., before embarking on the Tiny Desk Contest On The Road tour. The Philharmonik group members are: Christian Gates (The Philharmonik) (vocals and keys); Moriah Wenzel (background vocals); Alicia Huff (background vo...

Join the thrilling showdown as players vie for the top prize during a week-long slots competition at Juicy Stakes Casino . The $2000 Slots Contest is running from May 6-13th and players will earn contest points automatically while spinning the reels at four treasure-packed slots from Betsoft: Rise of Triton, Wish Granted, 72 Fortune, and Coins of Ra. $2000 in prizes will be awarded to sixteen players with the most points. Video version of this story with previews of games , ...

Ceres joins businesses with major operations in Ohio to urge the state House of Representatives to approve HB 79 to launch new energy efficiency programs that will restore jobs and utility bill savings. The bipartisan legislation would allow utilities to implement voluntary energy efficiency programs that reduce energy waste, save customers money, support grid reliability, cut pollution, and create jobs. It has the strong support of a coalition of Midwest manufacturers, employers, and tra...

Chevron Pipe Line Company (CPL), a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation, and American Aerospace Technologies, Inc. (AATI) received a first-of-its-kind waiver from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to conduct unmanned aircraft surveillance in the San Joaquin Valley. The AiRanger Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) was designed by AATI a leader in intelligent airborne sensing and surveillance services for energy and other critical infrastructure to support Beyond Visual Line of Sight (B...

National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction is an annual event to raise fall hazard awareness in New York City and across the country in an effort to stop fall fatalities and injuries. For 2024, the event takes place from May 6th through the 10th., , , , The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is partnering with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the National Occupational Research Agenda (NORA), OSHA approved State Plans, the....

When there is an unpleasant mystery odor in a home, school, office or other type of building, it could cause everything from a nuisance to something that signals potential short- or long-term health concerns for building occupants. These types of odors could even lower property values. In commercial and institutional settings, odors may result in decreased productivity, increased absenteeism and higher employee turnover rates., , , , Mystery odors could be coming from mold, bacteria, sewer ga....

IKEA U.S. opened an in-store model of a permanent supportive housing unit (Small Home) at IKEA Live Oak, built with sustainable materials and using the principles of trauma-informed design. Trauma-informed design is an empathy-based approach to creating spaces that consider the needs of individuals who have experienced trauma and aims to create environments that support healing and promote overall well-being. IKEA worked with collaborators, including WestEast Design Group and Towne Twin Vi...

Motorcycles are designed to accommodate the average-sized rider, leaving taller and shorter riders vulnerable to discomfort. A new study from the University of Waterloo used software that predicted realistic motorcycle riding behaviours, considering human factors and ergonomic trade-offs. It found that shorter and taller statures require joint adjustments to achieve their preferred riding posture. Taller riders are required to flex their ankles, knees, hips and elbows more to interact wi...

Nicole L. Angarella, currently the general counsel to the inspector general for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has been appointed inspector general of the Smithsonian. Angarella will join the Smithsonian. Angarella most recently served for 18 months as the acting inspector general at USAID where she led a team of more than 275 auditors, investigators, mission support staff and attorneys located in Washington, D.C., and 11 offices overseas. Angarella previously serv...

Capri Med Spa, the premier medical spa in Glendale, CA, the destination for luxury skincare services, is delighted to announce its expanded range of treatments designed to enhance beauty and confidence., , , , Located in the heart of Glendale, Capri Med Spa offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clientele. From advanced laser treatments including laser hair removal and IPL treatments targeting acne, age spots, and more, to injectables such as BOT....