**Former Raider Criticizes Team** — Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has voiced his frustration over his time with the Las Vegas Raiders, citing frequent coaching and front office changes as a source of deep dissatisfaction. Despite leading the NFL in rushing in 2022 and posting three 1,000-yard seasons since being drafted in 2019, Jacobs said he felt repeatedly disrespected by the organization. Speaking on the "Bussin’ With the Boys" podcast, he highlighted a lack of continuity and a perception that he constantly had to re-prove himself. Though he expressed appreciation for Raiders owner Mark Davis, Jacobs said he was hurt by how the team handled his contributions, including using the franchise tag after relying heavily on his production. The Miami Marlins snapped their losing streak with a dramatic walk-off win over the MLB-leading Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday, as Jesus Sanchez delivered a bases-loaded single in extra innings to seal the victory, overcoming a home run by Shohei Ohtani. The Denver Broncos have invited Desmond Ridder, the University of Cincinnati’s all-time leader in passing touchdowns, to their rookie minicamp as they look to improve depth and experience in their quarterback room. A former third-round NFL draft pick, Ridder brings with him notable collegiate achievements, including 87 career touchdown passes and a flawless 26-0 home record at Nippert Stadium. Though his professional career has been marked by inconsistency across stints with the Falcons, Cardinals, and Raiders, the Broncos see potential value in his veteran presence as he competes for a roster spot alongside second-year quarterback Bo Nix under head coach Sean Payton. The endangered little tern has experienced one of its best breeding seasons in decades, marking an incredible comeback for the threatened shorebird. In Australia, scientists recorded the highest-ever number of fledglings, signaling a significant boost for the species' recovery. A new Republican proposal seeks to reduce the National Institutes of Health (NIH) budget, raising concerns among researchers and healthcare advocates about the future of medical research funding. Insiders at the NIH suggest that internal changes may be strategically aligning with anticipated budget cuts, potentially impacting development of treatments and cures. The proposal is expected to face intense scrutiny as it progresses through Congress. House Republicans have removed key Medicaid cuts from their reconciliation plan after moderates pushed back during a meeting with Speaker Mike Johnson. GOP leaders ruled out reducing the federal government’s 90% funding match for Medicaid expansion and scrapped a proposal to implement per capita spending caps for enrollees in expansion states. While work requirements for healthy adults remain part of the plan, these changes leave Republicans far short of their $880 billion, 10-year savings goal set for the Energy and Commerce Committee. The decision has sparked concern among conservatives seeking deeper cuts, while party leaders continue searching for alternative savings to fund a major tax package, including extensions of 2017 tax cuts. The Trump administration has initiated a federal review into recent antisemitic incidents at the University of Washington and its affiliated institutions. Announced Tuesday evening by the Departments of Education, Health and Human Services, and the General Services Administration, the investigation follows the arrest of approximately 30 pro-Palestinian protesters earlier in the week.
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