Advanced Nuclear in Virginia: NANO Nuclear Energy joined the Virginia Nuclear Energy Consortium, aiming to boost collaboration and workforce efforts as the state’s power demand grows—especially from data centers. Data Center Power Fight: A new report highlights how AI data centers can drive electricity bills, with Virginia cited as a standout case where demand and cost-allocation choices shape household impacts. Water Safety & Microbes: Virginia Tech research warns nanoplastics may help harmful bacteria survive disinfectants, potentially complicating drinking-water treatment. Cancer Spread Clue: UVA researchers link unhealthy gut bile-acid changes to hormone-receptor breast cancer metastasis, pointing to new prevention angles. Workplace AI Training: Virginia Tech researchers are testing CommCoach.org, an AI role-play tool to help people practice better workplace conversations. Public Health Watch: Virginia reported no evidence of a cyclosporiasis outbreak despite rising cases nationwide, urging thorough washing of produce. Local Governance: Northampton County adopted a resolution opposing offshore mineral leasing without extensive environmental and economic study. Space STEM: NASA’s RockOn workshop at Wallops Flight Facility brought students to build sounding rockets, including a Virginia-based aerospace student. Security & Tech: Fairfax County police are using new translation tech, while broader surveillance debates continue around automated monitoring. Marine Science Loss: The killing of American marine biologist Kent Carpenter has led to arrests in the Philippines, with Virginia ties noted through his Old Dominion role.