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Jayson Tatum Odds: Will Celtics' Superstar Return This Season?

Is JT close to returning for Boston? The sportsbooks appear to believe so. See the latest Tatum market.

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Feb 24 • 12:35 PM EST • Sports • foxsports.com
Uber Health Launches Self-Booking Feature to Empower Riders and Streamline Operations

Industry-first capability reduces administrative burden for providers, health systems, and I/DD organizations while boosting rider independenceSAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uber Health today announced the launch of its rider self-booking feature, a new platform capability that enables healthcare and disability service organizations to offer their riders the ability to book their own organization-funded trips directly in the Uber app. The launch marks the latest milestone in Ub

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Feb 24 • 12:00 PM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
Your next Mac Mini might be made in the US

It's the latest example of Tim Cook leaning into the made-in-America theme as Apple navigates tariffs during Trump's second term.

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Feb 24 • 11:29 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Sofia Vergara on How Her Mom Inspired Her Heart Health Mission

Sofia Vergara joins TODAY to talk about “America’s Got Talent” as it begins its 21st season, appearing in three Super Bowl commercials during one game, and how her mom’s experience with high blood pressure inspired her heart health mission to spread awareness about uACR tests that detect early kidney damage. (Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim)

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Feb 24 • 11:04 AM EST • Health • today.com
Octavia Spencer Talks New Film 'Tow,' Prioritizing Her Health, More

Actor Octavia Spencer joins TODAY to talk about her new movie, “Tow,” with a star-studded cast, including Rose Byrne, Ariana DeBose and more. She also reflects on 14 years since winning an Oscar for her role in “The Help.” Then, she discusses living with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure and how she's raising awareness about the related risks and the importance of testing for early signs of kidney damage. (Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim)

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Feb 24 • 9:40 AM EST • Health • today.com
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Daily Prowl: Parker Washington is a Contested-Catch Maestro

Jacksonville Jaguars news and links for 2/24/2026.

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Feb 24 • 8:00 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Trump aims to flex political muscle in State of the Union

President Trump will deliver his State of the Union address tonight, with Democrats planning counterrallies and protests, while the U.S. Women’s Hockey Team declined an invitation to attend d…

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Feb 24 • 6:54 AM EST • Politics • thehill.com
Live updates: Trump to give State of the Union speech after Supreme Court tariffs ruling

Get the latest news and live updates on Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address as he speaks before Congress on the current U.S. state of affairs.

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Feb 24 • 6:00 AM EST • Politics • nbcnews.com
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If you think politics shaped these Winter Olympics, just wait until LA 2028

In Milan, athletes showed that patriotism can be generous. In Los Angeles, that definition will be tested on the biggest, loudest stage sport can offer

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Feb 24 • 6:00 AM EST • Politics • theguardian.com
What others can learn from how Minnesota helped its most vulnerable residents during the ICE surge

The surge of federal immigration agents in Minnesota over the past few months left many people not only traumatized but financially hard up.

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Feb 24 • 5:30 AM EST • Business • cnn.com
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Evaluating PENN Entertainment (PENN) After Prolonged Share Price Weakness And A Widely Followed Undervaluation View

Stock performance snapshot and why PENN Entertainment is on the radar PENN Entertainment (PENN) is catching investor attention after recent trading left the stock at $12.17, with returns of 3.5% over the past week but double digit declines over the past month and past 3 months. See our latest analysis for PENN Entertainment. The recent 1 day share price return of 6.5% decline and 7 day share price return of 3.5% sit against a weaker backdrop, with a 30 day share price return of 14.7% decline,...

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Feb 24 • 5:19 AM EST • Entertainment • simplywall.st
Every basket from Jayson Tatum scoring 52 vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

By the time the final buzzer had sounded on that historic contest, Tatum had put up the second most points he had ever logged in his career, and one of the best scoring nights had by any Celtic.

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Feb 24 • 4:00 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Ranji Trophy final: Padikkal, Dogra look to carve their legacy

Devdutt Padikkal captains Karnataka in the Ranji Trophy final after overcoming illness and earning an India Test cap. He faces Jammu and Kashmir, led by veteran Paras Dogra, who aims for a maiden title. Both teams emphasize composure and focusing on basics, with J&K's coach urging players to disregard reputations.

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Feb 24 • 3:47 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Trump’s new global tariffs kick in at 10%

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news

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Feb 24 • 2:30 AM EST • Business • theguardian.com
Sound science should drive Colorado’s pesticide policy

By Paul Schlagel As a Coloradan and fourth-generation sugar beet farmer, my relationship with the land and my livelihood depend on balancing healthy soil, vibrant crops, and clean water. Achieving this balance — and providing food to my neighbors here in Longmont — requires essential tools such as scientifically researched and tested pesticides. That’s why […]

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Feb 24 • 2:15 AM EST • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Cubs BCB After Dark: Who is the dark horse outfielder?

The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks which NRI outfielder has the brightest future in Chicago?

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Feb 23 • 10:20 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Monday Morning Politics: Tariffs; Polls and More | The Brian Lehrer Show

Jonathan Lemire talks about the latest national political news, including the tariffs ruling and this week's SOTU address.

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Feb 23 • 10:00 PM EST • Politics • wnyc.org
How Trump will use his State of the Union address to appeal to skeptical midterm voters

President Donald Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday is likely to be a test run of the message Republicans will give to voters in November's elections for control of the House and the Senate.

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Feb 23 • 8:10 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Apple kicks off production testing of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max

There are less than seven months from now before Apple introduces the 2026 iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.

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Feb 23 • 8:07 PM EST • Technology • phonearena.com
Apple Launches New 'Sales Coach' App

Apple today debuted a new Sales Coach app for the iPhone and the iPad, replacing the former SEED app. Designed for Apple Store and Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP) employees, Sales Coach provides training resources and information useful for Apple device sales. Sales Coach is available for Apple Store and AASP employees worldwide, and Apple has released it as an update to the former SEED app. Those who have the SEED app will see it change to Sales Coach when installing the latest update.

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Feb 23 • 6:45 PM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Neopets TTRPG Playtest Material Pulled for Controversial Material

The owners of the Neopets franchise recently pulled Neopets TTRPG playtest material due to it containing controversial material by developer Geekify.

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Feb 23 • 5:51 PM EST • Technology • techraptor.net
KEA asks for lawmaker pledge against rising health insurance costs

The KEA and state retirement groups are the latest to sound the alarm over a state budget proposal that Republicans maintain is still a work in progress that needs more information.

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Feb 23 • 5:22 PM EST • Health • wkyt.com
WA Democrats drop push for business tax to cover Medicaid costs

Washington Democrats are likely abandoning plans for a tax on employers like Walmart, whose workers get health care through Medicaid.

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Feb 23 • 4:40 PM EST • Business • washingtonstatestandard.com
Did Kansas basketball drop in latest USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll?

Kansas basketball split its games during the past week of play, beating Oklahoma State and losing vs Cincinnati. Here’s where it is now in the top 25.

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Feb 23 • 3:52 PM EST • Sports • cjonline.com
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Mandelson’s downfall is one of fastest ever seen in British public life

Epstein links have taken political operator from a vaunted position in British diplomacy to arrest in under six months

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Feb 23 • 3:47 PM EST • Politics • theguardian.com
IBM stock price sinks after latest Anthropic AI update

IBM shares tumbled after Anthropic unveiled a tool aimed at business that use a decades-old programming language

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Feb 23 • 3:45 PM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
7 Samsung flagships getting February 2026 security patch

Samsung has begun rolling out its February 2026 security update for seven of its flagship Galaxy devices. These devices are Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, Galaxy Z TriFold, Galaxy Z Flip 6, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy S24 FE. The latest update improves security, stability, and […]

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Feb 23 • 3:31 PM EST • Technology • sammyfans.com
Federal court rejects GOP-led effot to block House map that helps Democrats in Utah

A federal court ruling means the new Utah voting districts that give Democrats an improved shot at winning a U.S. House seat can be used in this year’s election.

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Feb 23 • 2:41 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Magnesium is trending, offers many health benefits.

Experts say if you're considering a supplement, talk with your doctor and choose a trusted brand that's been third-party tested.

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Feb 23 • 12:44 PM EST • Health • wral.com
Health Care Roundup: Market Talk

Find insight on Gilead Sciences, Arcellx, Eli Lilly and more in the latest Market Talks covering Health Care.

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Feb 23 • 12:44 PM EST • Health • wsj.com
Camms’ latest gift to Clemson School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences recognizes the importance of faculty excellence

The gift establishes the Jeff '84 and Karen '82 Camm Endowed Professorship in Data Science and Decision Intelligence. The gift establishes the Jeff '84 and Karen '82 Camm Endowed Professorship in Data Science and Decision Intelligence.

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Feb 23 • 11:23 AM EST • Science • news.clemson.edu
Mz. Shyneka gives the latest in entertainment headlines

Reality TV is making headlines as Snookie revealed a new diagnosis, and former America's Next Top Model want reality TV laws. Plus, "Sinners" makes history at the Bafta awards

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Feb 23 • 11:09 AM EST • Entertainment • fox5atlanta.com
Centering children's voices in health research

Across much of modern health research, children are measured—but not always heard. For much of the past half-century, health research has prioritized the quantitative—numbers, test results, trial ...

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Feb 23 • 10:06 AM EST • Health • medicalxpress.com
Which full-body MRI scan should I get? Compare major companies like Preunvo.

Full-body MRIs are all the rage. We take a look at three major companies offering such testing.

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Feb 23 • 8:00 AM EST • Health • usatoday.com
iPhone 18 Pro Reportedly Enters Trial Production Stage

Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro has entered production testing ahead of a launch later this year, a Chinese leaker reported today. In a Weibo post, the leaker account known as "Fixed Focus Digital" said the Pro models had already entered "mass-production testing," likely referring to late-stage manufacturing validation for the devices ahead of a September launch.

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Feb 23 • 7:45 AM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Cowboys news: Scouting combine prospects and mock drafts

The latest Cowboys news.

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Feb 23 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
How Jasmine Crockett’s unconventional Senate campaign is testing Texas politics

Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett is quick to admit she’s not running a traditional Senate campaign, a strategy that will soon be put to the test in next month’s Democratic primary.

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Feb 23 • 6:00 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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The Politics of Wildlife Protection

At the latest Washington Convention meeting in Uzbekistan, countries, conservationists, NGOs and traders negotiated over the fate of the world’s endangered animals

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Feb 23 • 6:00 AM EST • Politics • newlinesmag.com
What happened in Iowa politics the week of Feb. 16-20

Listen as Morning Edition Host Meghan McKinney and IPR's State Government Reporter Katarina Sostaric review the latest in Iowa politics.

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Feb 23 • 6:00 AM EST • Politics • iowapublicradio.org
Checks and balances aren’t working under Trump, growing majority says

On the eve of President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address, two-thirds of Americans say the system of checks and balances that divides power between the White House, Congress and the courts is not working well, according to the latest PBS News/NPR/Marist Poll.

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Feb 23 • 5:00 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Influencers are promoting peptides for better health. What's the science say?

The latest wellness craze involves injecting these molecules for athletic performance, longevity and more. Scientists say the research isn't keeping pace with the health claims.

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Feb 23 • 5:00 AM EST • Science • wesa.fm
Influencers are promoting peptides for better health. What's the science say?

The latest wellness craze involves injecting these molecules for athletic performance, longevity and more. Scientists say the research isn't keeping pace with the health claims.

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Feb 23 • 5:00 AM EST • Science • npr.org
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Influencers are promoting peptides for better health. What's the science say?

The latest wellness craze involves injecting these molecules for athletic performance, longevity and more. Scientists say the research isn't keeping pace with the health claims.

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Feb 23 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye Sporting CP defender, Ben White future uncertain

Ben White could leave Arsenal this summer, while Luka Modric is reportedly open to returning home to Croatia. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Feb 23 • 3:46 AM EST • Sports • espn.com
US dollar drops and stock markets face losses after Trump announces 15% global tariff

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news

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Feb 23 • 2:16 AM EST • Business • theguardian.com
Looks like Samsung's Privacy Display trick won't remain exclusive for long

According to a new leak, Chinese smartphone brands are testing hardware-level privacy displays similar to Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra feature.

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Feb 23 • 1:36 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
Ways to save liberal democracy — the pick of the latest political books

A welcome shot of serious thought about populism, a bold argument for citizen rule, Gordon Brown revisited — and a work by Cass Sunstein that all politicians should digest

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Feb 23 • 12:00 AM EST • Politics • ft.com
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Pessimism Widespread Among Local Businesses

The latest BOSS Survey reveals widespread pessimism about Hawaii's economy, with 51% of business leaders expecting conditions to worsen in 2026. Though tourism companies remain notably more optimistic than other sectors.

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Feb 22 • 11:00 PM EST • Business • hawaiibusiness.com
iOS 26.3.1 Update for iPhones Coming Soon as 'Apple Experience' Nears

Apple's software engineers are testing iOS 26.3.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs, which have been a reliable indicator of upcoming iOS versions. iOS 26.3.1 should be a minor update that fixes bugs and/or security vulnerabilities, and it will likely be released within the next two weeks. Last month, Apple released iOS 26.2.1 with bug fixes and support for the second-generation AirTag.

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Feb 22 • 8:29 PM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Simple blood test can forecast Alzheimer’s years before memory loss

Scientists have created a blood test that can estimate when Alzheimer’s symptoms are likely to begin. By measuring a protein called p-tau217, the model predicts symptom onset within roughly three to four years. The protein mirrors the silent buildup of amyloid and tau in the brain long before memory loss appears. This advance could speed up preventive drug trials and eventually guide personalized care.

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Feb 22 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
PRET for impact: Advancing pandemic preparedness in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea

IN THE SPOTLIGHT PRET for impact: Advancing pandemic preparedness in the Democratic People’s Republic of KoreaThe Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPR Korea) is making significant progress in strengthening pandemic preparedness, with dedicated support from the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Office (SEARO) and the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC).Aligned with the WHO Global Influenza Strategy and the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Framework Partnership Contribution High‑Level Implementation Plan III (2024–2030), the country is strengthening its capacity to prepare for and respond to influenza and other respiratory threats. In early 2025, a core team from the Ministry of Public Health of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) participated in a two‑day virtual workshop, which included a mini‑simulation exercise. The workshop was organized by WHO SEARO in collaboration with the Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) Secretariat at WHO headquarters and the WHO Country Office for the DPRK. Read more A REGIONAL CONSULTATION GUIDES WHO SEARO IN DEVELOPING A ROADMAP FOR IMPLEMENTING THE PREPPAREDNESS AND RESILIENCE FOR EMERGING THREATS (PRET) INITIATIVE BASED RESPIRATORY PATHOGEN PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESSInfluenza and other respiratory pathogens with pandemic potential continue to pose major public health risks globally. To strengthen regional preparedness and response, Member States of the WHO South‑East Asia Region (SEAR) convened in Colombo, Sri Lanka, to review and provide input on the draft Roadmap and Action Framework for Broad Respiratory Pathogen Pandemic Planning (2026–2031). Supported through the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC) funds, the proposed roadmap aims to advance robust, integrated preparedness and response capacities for influenza and other respiratory threats across SEAR. This work is aligned with the Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) initiative and the SEAR Strategic Roadmap on Health Security and Health System Resilience for Emergencies Read moreSRI LANKA’S USE OF ANTIVIRALS TO REDUCE THE SEASONAL INFLUENZA BURDEN Sri Lanka is strengthening its influenza response by placing greater emphasis on rapid testing, timely treatment, and integration with maternal health services. With support from WHO, the country is building a stronger evidence base on the burden of influenza and the value of vaccination, advancing a holistic approach to protect vulnerable populations and enhance pandemic preparedness. To reduce hospitalizations and deaths from seasonal influenza, Sri Lanka is taking proactive steps to expand access to rapid diagnostic testing and ensure prompt initiation of treatment. National clinical guidelines recommend the use of oseltamivir for individuals at high risk of complications, helping prevent severe illness and shorten the duration of infection. This strategy not only saves lives but also supports local pharmaceutical production, contributing to a reliable supply of antivirals for both seasonal outbreaks and future pandemics.Read moreBHUTAN BOOSTS PANDEMIC INFLUENZA READINESS WITH PANDEMIC INFLUENZA PREPAREDNESS FRAMEWORK PARTNERSHIP CONTRIBUTION SUPPORTED TRAINING AND SIMULATIONSOriginally developed in 2012, the National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NIPPRP) has long served as Bhutan’s central framework for managing influenza threats. In 2024, the plan underwent a comprehensive update to reflect evolving global and regional guidance, lessons learned from the COVID‑19 pandemic, and new capacities developed under the PIP Framework. The revised NIPPRP is now more clearly aligned with Bhutan’s broader emergency and disaster risk management structures, ensuring a coordinated, whole‑of‑government approach to pandemic response. As part of efforts to strengthen national pandemic preparedness, Bhutan conducted three national‑level training sessions followed by simulation exercises on influenza pandemic preparedness and response at five sentinel hospitals between April and May 2025, with support from the PIP Partnership Contribution (PC). These activities brought together more than 140 health professionals and key partners from across the country, with a focus on operationalizing the updated NIPPRP and enhancing readiness at key frontline facilities. Read moreSTRENGTHENING INFLUENZA SURVEILLANCE: WHO BRINGS TOGETHER INFLUENZA EXPERTS FROM SOUTH-EAST ASIA AND WESTERN PACIFIC REGIONSThe World Health Organization (WHO) convened the 18th Bi‑regional Meeting of National Influenza Centres (NICs) and Influenza Surveillance for the WHO South‑East Asia and Western Pacific Regions from 9–11 September 2025. Hosted by the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Office (SEARO), the meeting brought together representatives from Member States, Territories, and Areas across both regions, alongside experts from the WHO Collaborating Centres for Reference and Research on Influenza in Australia and Japan, the WHO Collaborating Centre for Studies on the Ecology of Influenza in Animals in the United States, quadripartite partners (WOAH and FAO), and other technical counterparts. The consultation provided a platform to review progress, share experiences, and outline priorities for strengthening influenza and respiratory pathogen surveillance across the two WHO regions.Read moreNETWORKS AND TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIPSSTRENGTHENING PANDEMIC READINES: SOUTH-EAST ASIA ADVANCES UNITY STUDIES UNDER THE PANDEMIC INFLUENZA PREPAREDNESS INITIATIVEThe WHO Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System (GISRS) Investigations & Studies initiative, also known as Unity Studies, provides a standardized, globally coordinated framework to support these efforts. Originally developed for influenza and adapted during COVID-19, Unity Studies enable countries to conduct rapid, nationally led investigations and studies to assess transmissibility, severity, susceptibility, and intervention effectiveness. To better prepare for future influenza pandemics, WHO has recently launched a network of sites which will be ready to conduct these investigations and studies rapidly in the event of a pandemic, or epidemic of an emerging or re-emerging respiratory pathogen. The WHO South-East Asia Region now hosts six sites of WHO GISRS Unity Studies across the five countries including Sri Lanka, strengthening regional capacity for early pandemic investigations. From 13–16 July 2025 in Colombo, the Global Public Health Summit offered an opportunity to advance this agenda. Read moreSTRENGTHENING PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESS THROUGH UNITY STUDIES: REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS FROM INDIA IN WHO’S SOUTH-EAST ASIA REGION As countries continue to strengthen their pandemic preparedness through investments in resilient health systems during the interpandemic period, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System (GISRS) Investigations & Studies Global Initiative, Global Initiative, commonly known as Unity Studies, remains a vital framework for respiratory pathogen pandemic preparedness. These standardized epidemiological protocols enable countries to rapidly generate high‑quality data on transmissibility, infection severity, population immunity, and the effectiveness of public health interventions. To highlight how Unity Studies protocols are being adapted and applied in national settings, WHO Headquarters, together with WHO Regional Offices, including the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Office (SEARO), hosted a global webinar. The session showcased case studies from India and the United Kingdom (UK), demonstrating innovative approaches to respiratory virus surveillance and pandemic readiness. Read moreSTRENGTHENING REGIONAL INFLUENZA SURVEILLANCE AND PREPAREDNESS: WHO SEARO HOSTS HIGH-LEVEL WEBINAR AMID RISING H5 THREATS In response to the increasing detection of avian influenza A(H5) cases in humans globally and within the WHO South‑East Asia Region, the WHO Regional Office for South‑East Asia (SEARO) convened a regional webinar on 25 July 2025 to review preparedness mechanisms, strengthen surveillance pathways, and promote timely reporting of unusual respiratory events. The virtual session brought together more than 50 participants from Ministries of Health, National Influenza Centres (NICs), National IHR Focal Points (NFPs), WHO Headquarters, WHO Country Offices across the Region, and WHO Collaborating Centres (CCs) for influenza. The webinar provided an opportunity to share situational updates, discuss surveillance gaps, and reinforce coordination mechanisms critical for early detection and rapid response to avian influenza threats. Read moreOther Key PIP Updates (July-December 2025)MEMBER STATES:Bangladesh drafted and conducted a series of Core Group Meetings in 2025 to review and update the National Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan for Respiratory Pathogens. In addition, the country carried out Rapid Response Team (RRT) trainings on seasonal and avian influenza and other re‑emerging infectious diseases. Bangladesh also updated its epidemiological data‑training programme for physicians at sentinel surveillance sites, using a revised epidemiological data‑collection tool.Bhutan revised and updated its National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NIPPRP) in 2025 and developed a national Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for influenza outbreak management. DPR Korea conducted a nationwide simulation exercise in July 2025 to support the update of its National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Plan (2019). This followed a PRET‑based virtual orientation and mini‑simulation exercise held in May 2025 by SEARO and the WHO PRET Secretariat. The comprehensive exercise, conducted across central and provincial levels, assessed strengths and gaps in pandemic influenza preparedness and response. The feedback gathered has been incorporated into the revised draft plan to address identified weaknesses and strengthen overall readiness.India conducted a targeted nationwide online re‑orientation training on review and updates to the influenza portal for all State Surveillance Officers (SSOs) and relevant officials using the Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP). The training emphasized correct marking and reporting of influenza samples as “unsubtypable” or “not subtyped” where applicable, to ensure accurate national surveillance.Maldives conducted simulation exercises in three atolls based on its existing National Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NPPRP). The country plans to conduct similar exercises in three additional atolls after updating the NPPRP in 2026. In addition, Maldives conducted training on FluID and FluMart as part of a broader data‑management training package for Ministry of Health and Health Protection Agency officials, aimed at improving routine reporting to WHO platforms and the DHIS2 system.In Myanmar, technical support was provided to the National Influenza Centre (NIC) through dedicated human‑resource support (January–December 2025) to sustain data management and laboratory detection capacity for influenza and other emerging and re‑emerging respiratory viruses. This support also included strengthening genomic sequencing capacity.Nepal conducted a consultative workshop on the National Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NPPRP) in July 2025. The workshop engaged key stakeholders from multiple sectors to review lessons from past pandemic responses, assess current mechanisms, and gather critical inputs for strengthening national preparedness. Key recommendations included revising the 2019 NPPRP and developing an updated Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Plan aligned with emerging risks, national priorities, and relevant international frameworks. Nepal also held a two day workshop dedicated to advancing the National Action Plan for Genomic Surveillance, aimed at reinforcing the country’s capacities for early detection and monitoring of emerging respiratory pathogens.Sri Lanka received the final report from WHO on the feasibility assessment for conducting an Influenza Burden of Disease (BoD) study in the country. The assessment, conducted from 28 April to 9 May 2025, included a desk review of existing data sources, document review, visits to sentinel surveillance sites, and key informant interviews. The study identified critical data sources required for a future BoD assessment, as well as their availability and quality. Officials from the Epidemiology Unit, the National Influenza Centre (NIC), and SARI/ILI sentinel hospitals across the country participated in the assessment.Timor Leste conducted on‑the‑job training and monitoring activities at two sentinel surveillance sites to strengthen surveillance and laboratory capacity for the detection of SARI, ILI, ARI, and other respiratory infections. REGIONAL OFFICE:SEARO conducted a Member States Consultation on the first draft of the Regional Roadmap and Strategic Action Framework for implementing WHO’s PRET‑based broad respiratory pathogen pandemic planning for 2026–2031. The consultation took place on 29–30 October 2025 during the final two days of the Regional PIP PC Annual Review and PRET Meeting in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Participants included representatives from Member States, WHO Country Offices, WHO SEARO, WHO Headquarters, partner agencies, and invited multidisciplinary technical experts. They reviewed the draft and provided detailed feedback, which has since been incorporated into a revised version. The consultation helped shape a shared regional vision for robust, PRET‑aligned pandemic preparedness, building on country‑level progress, addressing existing gaps and challenges, and aligning with global and regional health security frameworks. The publication is planned for release during the SEAR regional committee in 2026.SEARO documented the evolution of the National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Planning process in the Region, tracing its development from its origins as a planning tool for responding to avian influenza outbreaks in 2006, through the experiences of the 2009 and 2019 pandemics, to the current status. The document outlines the way forward for respiratory pathogen pandemic planning across all 10 SEAR countries, aligning future national plans with WHO’s PRET Framework for broad respiratory pathogen pandemic preparedness.The Infectious Hazard Management (IHM) Unit has drafted the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Guidance on Influenza Prevention and Control, aligned with the Global Influenza Strategy and other regional initiatives. The draft is currently under review. Although this technical product was developed in response to a request from the Ministry of Public Health of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (MoPH‑DPRK), SEARO is finalizing it for use not only in DPRK but also across all Member States in the Region.The Immunization and Vaccine Development (IVD) Unit, in collaboration with WHE/SEARO, completed a regional landscape analysis on key barriers, challenges, and opportunities for the introduction of seasonal influenza vaccination in WHO South‑East Asia Regional (SEAR) countries.Additionally, the Immunization and Vaccine Development (IVD) Unit has completed a regional landscape analysis of influenza vaccine procurement systems across the WHO South‑East Asia Region (SEAR).KEY MEETINGS AND PUBLICATIONSMEETINGS:Six-month progress review of the implementation of the PIP-PC workplans in SEAR, focusing on Outputs 1 and 2 for the period January to June 2025, and held virtually across three sessions on 4, 8, and 10 July 2025. Read moreAnnual Regional Meeting (Hybrid) on Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC) and WHO’s Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) Implementation in SEAR in Colombo, Sri Lanka, 27 to 30 October 2025. Read more18th Bi-regional Meeting (Virtual) of National Influenza Centres (NICs) and influenza surveillance in WHO South-East Asia and Western Pacific Regions from 9 to 11 September 2025. Read morePUBLICATIONSImplications of influenza A virus surveillance in Southeast Asian Region countries: a scoping review of approaches for the surveillance of swine influenza viruses at human-swine interfaces. Read moreAnnual South-East Asia regional meeting on operational planning for implementation of global influenza strategy and preparedness for respiratory viruses in 2025 Report on annual review meeting of implementation of pandemic influenza preparedness (PIP) partnership Contribution (PC) Fund in South-East Asia Region and the simulation exercise on PRET Status of influenza in who south-East Asia Region

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Feb 22 • 7:00 PM EST • Health • who.int
Men's College Basketball Rankings: Duke, Michigan Lead the Way; Houston Falls

FOX Sports' Casey Jacobsen shares his latest men's college hoops rankings with Duke taking over the top spot after its big win over Michigan.

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Feb 22 • 4:37 PM EST • Sports • foxsports.com
Study identifies long-term health risks in testicular cancer survivors treated with contemporary chemotherapy

A large, multi-center study published online in the Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (JNCCN) provides new insight into the long-term health effects of contemporary chemotherapy regimens ...

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Feb 22 • 4:30 PM EST • Health • medicalxpress.com
Michigan football's 2026 season hinges on early test vs. Oklahoma

Michigan football's 2026 season legitimacy will be tested early in Week 2 against Oklahoma.

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Feb 22 • 2:28 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Here’s your first real look at Galaxy S26 Ultra Privacy Display

Privacy Display is the signature feature of Galaxy S26 Ultra, which has just revealed in real life. A retail store in Dubai is already selling the latest flagships, opening a door to massive leaks days before the official unveiling. This is not a concept demo, nor a press render. It is a retail unit, running […]

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Feb 22 • 12:49 PM EST • Technology • sammyfans.com
'Some of them have accuracy that's close to zero': Experts unpack the promise and pitfalls of genetic tests aimed at consumers

Live Science spoke with a bioethicist and sociologist about emerging genomic technologies, including those that enable parents to "score" and "select" IVF embryos.

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Feb 22 • 12:00 PM EST • Science • livescience.com
Report: Apple is Testing These iPhone 18 Pro and Foldable iPhone Colors

The special new color that Apple is considering for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max this year is red, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Specifically, he said that Apple is testing a "deep red" finish for the two devices. If this rumor materializes, it would be the first time that the Pro and Pro Max models ever come in red, and the iPhone 18 Pro models would be the first iPhone models to be available in red since the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus in (PRODUCT)RED.

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Feb 22 • 11:41 AM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Remembering Bill Mazeroski, the latest from spring training, and Olympic hockey
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Feb 22 • 8:59 AM EST • Sports • cbsnews.com
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Apple testing new 'deep red' color for iPhone 18 Pro, no 'fun colors' for iPhone Fold: report

iPhone 18 Pro is still well over half a year away. Nonetheless, we have some interesting new color rumors for...

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Feb 22 • 8:52 AM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
2026 Winter Olympics

Follow the latest updates from the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, including news, schedules and results.

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Feb 22 • 6:52 AM EST • Sports • apnews.com
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Cleveland Browns news (2/22): The Scouting Combine is calling

The latest Cleveland Browns news and notes from around the NFL in the Sunday Dawg Chow.

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Feb 22 • 6:30 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Matchday 1: New York City vs LA Galaxy at Dignity Health Sports Park

New York City FC begin their 2026 season with a Justin Haak reunion and a tough test in primetime against a retooled LA Galaxy.

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Feb 22 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • hudsonriverblue.com
Business owner was targeted, shot at his Macomb County mansion. Now he’s testifying about it

A Macomb County business owner who was targeted and shot at his mansion spoke on the record about the longtime employee who’s accused in the case.

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Feb 22 • 5:00 AM EST • Business • clickondetroit.com
Photos: An inside look at Chicago Cubs spring training

An inside look at the Chicago Cubs from spring training in Mesa, Ariz. Want the latest Cubs news? Subscribe to the Chicago Tribune to read it all — and sign up for our Cubs Insider newsletter. ©2026 Chicago Tribune. Visit chicagotribune.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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Feb 21 • 10:07 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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AMD Seemingly Stops Driver Updates for Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor

AMD has reportedly stopped driver updates for its Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU solution for handheld consoles, according to the latest Lenovo Korea update. This means that only after 2 and a half years, AMD is pulling support for its SoC, leaving many enthusiasts in a difficult spot. Confirmation from multi...

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Feb 21 • 4:53 PM EST • Technology • techpowerup.com
Ravens TE Isaiah Likely on impending free agency: Baltimore is home but business is business

After four years in Baltimore, Isaiah Likely is potentially a few weeks away from testing free agency for the first time in his NFL career. While Likely recently noted his affinity for the Ravens, he also recognizes the other opportunities out there.

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Feb 21 • 3:19 PM EST • Business • nfl.com
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Could you get a big tariff rebate check? Here's the latest.

President Donald Trump has floated the idea of sending checks to Americans as a rebate from tariff revenue. Now Democrats have suggested another idea.

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Feb 21 • 12:43 PM EST • Politics • usatoday.com
iPhone Fold And iPhone 18 Pro Mass Production Timeline Mentioned In Latest Rumor, With Apple Launching Both Flagships Simultaneously To Avoid Launch Hiccups

Apple is rumored to commence the mass production of both the iPhone Fold and iPhone 18 Pro in July as it prepares for a September launch

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Feb 21 • 11:54 AM EST • Technology • wccftech.com
Divide Among Supreme Court’s Conservatives Could Test Trump’s Agenda

In rejecting President Trump’s tariffs, the court’s six conservative justices displayed subtle differences in their views of executive power.

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Feb 21 • 9:41 AM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
Country music icon’s jet aborts takeoff due to mechanical failure. Here’s the latest

The country music legend had a frightening flight.

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Feb 21 • 8:15 AM EST • Entertainment • pennlive.com
Why Winter Olympic medals broke and what the failure revealed

A small design flaw in the medals for the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina turned a durability promise into a very public stress test

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Feb 21 • 8:00 AM EST • Science • scientificamerican.com
Murky outlook for businesses after tariff ruling prompts countermoves by Trump

With Trump's unyielding position on tariffs, many business are braced for years of court battles.

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Feb 21 • 7:57 AM EST • Business • 6abc.com
Science news this week: China's AI kung fu robots, physicists' re-creation of the Big Bang soup, and a teenager buried with her father's bones on her chest

Feb. 21, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.

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Feb 21 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • livescience.com
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Beats The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max In The Latest Geekbench 6 Tests

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra smokes the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max in single-core and multi-core Geekbench 6 tests.

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Feb 21 • 6:17 AM EST • Technology • wccftech.com
Medical tourism: US family went to Turkey for healthcare, saved money

Amid rising US healthcare costs, Cara West found relief in medical tourism. Her family saved thousands getting tests and scans done in Turkey.

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Feb 21 • 5:43 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Medical tourism: US family went to Turkey for healthcare, saved money

Amid rising US healthcare costs, Cara West found relief in medical tourism. Her family saved thousands getting tests and scans done in Turkey.

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Feb 21 • 5:43 AM EST • Health • businessinsider.com
FC Barcelona News: 21 February 2026

A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors

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Feb 21 • 5:00 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Latest Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra benchmarks reveal just how powerful Snapdragon can be

It's happened once again, the Snapdragon chips perform a lot better on Samsung's phones than the competition.

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Feb 21 • 12:55 AM EST • Technology • phonearena.com
PHOTOS: South Meck vs. Hough in Greater Charlotte finals

South Mecklenburg played Hough in the Greater Charlotte 7A/8A conference tournament championship game Friday at Hopewell High School. Photos by Bill Kiser, correspondent

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Feb 20 • 9:11 PM EST • Sports • charlotteobserver.com
Stage 32, Evoke Entertainment Team To Fast-Track Emerging Rom-Com Writers With Contest

Stage 32 is teaming up with Evoke Entertainment to scout the next great romantic-comedy writer with a new screenwriting contest.

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Feb 20 • 8:57 PM EST • Entertainment • deadline.com
Science Hill High School students protest ICE during walkout

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – On Friday afternoon, students at Science Hill High School participated in a walkout in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Parents, community me…

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Feb 20 • 8:06 PM EST • Science • wjhl.com
Player Availability Report: #SJvSKC | Feb. 21, 2026

Player Availability Report is SportingKC.com’s look at the latest status updates around the team ahead of upcoming matches and is presented by Saint Luke’s. All details listed are from the league’s official Player Status Report that is submitted the day prior to the match. Sporting Kansas City opens the 2026

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Feb 20 • 6:16 PM EST • Sports • sportingkc.com
Discord and Persona end partnership after shady UK age test sparks outcry

Persona confirmed all age check data from Discord's UK test was deleted.

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Feb 20 • 5:41 PM EST • Technology • arstechnica.com
Protesters say they were attacked by bodyguards for Azerbaijan president after Trump’s Board of Peace meeting

Protesters calling for the release of political prisoners in Azerbaijan told CNN they were attacked by security guards protecting the country’s President Ilham Aliyev in Washington, DC on Thursday following President Donald Trumps’s inaugural Board of Peace meeting.

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Feb 20 • 4:12 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Cowboys release linebacker Logan Wilson with latest offseason move

The Dallas Cowboys are releasing veteran linebacker Logan Wilson from the roster in their latest offseason move.

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Feb 20 • 3:59 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
USF Health Morsani College of Medicine claims two national Top 10 rankings in NIH funding

Two USF Health Morsani College of Medicine departments now rank among the Top 10 nationally for NIH funding, with nine programs among the Top 50 in the latest Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings.

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Feb 20 • 2:41 PM EST • Health • usf.edu
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Business Badger Beat: Lessons From A Career Trek To North Carolina

In our latest Business Badger Beat, junior Lauren Downham takes us along on her recent Career Trek to Raleigh, N.C.

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Feb 20 • 2:14 PM EST • Business • poetsandquantsforundergrads.com
Motorola's latest foldables are finally getting Android 16 in the US

Better late than never, as they say. Motorola's Razr 2025 and Razr Ultra 2025, also known as the Razr 60 and Razr 60 Ultra outside of North America, are...

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Feb 20 • 1:41 PM EST • Technology • gsmarena.com
Texas Primary Election Turmoil: Jesse Jackson’s Legacy, GOP Divisions, and Media Controversies

Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics

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Feb 20 • 1:03 PM EST • Politics • houstonpublicmedia.org
Xbox Drops 5 Limited-Time Free Games, Includes 2025 AAA Hit

Microsoft has launched the latest Free Play Days event on Xbox, dropping 5 free games with the line-up, including a AAA 2025 hit.

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Feb 20 • 9:55 AM EST • Technology • gamingbible.com
Watch live: Whole Hog Politics with Chris Stirewalt and Bill Sammon

The Hill’s senior vice president of editorial content, Bill Sammon, joins NewsNation’s Chris Stirewalt to discuss the latest political hot topics and national news in “Whole Hog…

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Feb 20 • 8:27 AM EST • Politics • thehill.com
The Politics Hour: Potomac River sewage spill latest

NBC 4's Mark Segraves updates us on the Potomac River sewage spill. Plus, Montgomery County Council's Marilyn Balcombe talks data centers and VA Del. Adele McClure on what will move forward as the General Assembly hits its midpoint.

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Feb 20 • 8:08 AM EST • Politics • wamu.org
On Trump, Obama, Aliens and Washington’s Latest Bombshell

Plus, a pardoned crypto king visits Mar-a-Lago and Trump’s advisers are struggling to get him to focus on the economy.

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Feb 20 • 6:49 AM EST • Politics • wsj.com
Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talk

Find insight on Air Liquide, BRC Asia, palm oil and more in the latest Market Talks covering Basic Materials.

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Feb 20 • 5:50 AM EST • Business • wsj.com
Patients feel strain of Florida Blue fallout with Broward hospitals: ‘Just lunacy’

Broward residents say they’ve struggled to find new in-network doctors to continue treatment for cancer and other conditions.

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Feb 20 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • miamiherald.com
How CVS Health test-drives better care experiences using generative agents

CVS Health uses generative agent simulations to test customer experiences, uncover behavioral insights, and design better care journeys before real patients feel the impact.

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Feb 20 • 3:00 AM EST • Health • cvshealth.com
'I think that massively plays into Leeds' hands'

On the latest episode of Don't Go To Bed Just Yet, Jonny Buchan, Adam Pope and Simon Rix discussed the recent managerial changes at Nottingham Forest and Tottenham and how that could affect Leeds United in the battle for survival. "I think that massively plays into Leeds' hands and everybody else down the bottom, because suddenly I think Forest seem the most vulnerable."

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Feb 20 • 2:59 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Retail sales and public finances data to show state of British economy

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news

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Feb 20 • 1:40 AM EST • Business • theguardian.com
Greenville woman vaccinated at birth receives negative measles immunity test, SCDPH responds

State health officials say people born between 1957 and 1968 may need additional protection from the measles, even if you were vaccinated at birth.

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Feb 19 • 8:29 PM EST • Health • wyff4.com
Doctors implant dopamine-producing stem cells in Parkinson’s patients

A groundbreaking clinical trial is testing whether specially engineered stem cells can help the brain restore its own dopamine production in people with Parkinson’s disease. Because the condition is driven by the gradual loss of dopamine-producing cells—leading to tremors, stiffness, and slowed movement—researchers are implanting lab-grown cells directly into the brain’s movement center to replace what’s been lost.

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Feb 19 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com