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Peru Economy Shook Off Political Turmoil to Expand 3.4% in 2025
Peru posted growth of better than 3% for a second straight year in 2025, as the economy continues to power through the political chaos that’s seen the Andean nation cycle through seven presidents in the past decade.
NFL Films to premiere ‘The Football Town,’ a doc on the sport’s legacy in Western Pa.
Ahead of the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh this April, a new NFL Films documentary will tell the story of how Pittsburgh’s gritty, blue-collar culture...
CDC Leadership Disarray Deepens as Second-in-Command Departs
Leadership turmoil at the top US public health agency intensified Monday, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s second-in-command stepped down less than a week after its third new director in the past year took the helm.
McClaren Institute for Health and Quality of Life prepares for reopening by summer 2026
The McClaren Institute for Health and Quality of Life honors the life and legacy of Dr. Edward E. McClaren.
CDC deputy director abruptly departs agency
Dr. Ralph Abraham has stepped down as principal deputy director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the agency said Monday.
US orders non-emergency personnel to leave Beirut embassy amid tensions
US official says Washington determined it was 'prudent to reduce our footprint to essential personnel' in Lebanon.
Broncos' offseason needs for free agency and 2026 NFL draft
What are the Broncos' biggest needs going into the 2026 NFL offseason?
3 quarterback targets for the Patriots in NFL free agency
Previewing this year’s quarterback class ahead of free agency.
Snow Shovel Politics - Petrie-Flom Center
Boston is slowly waking from its snowy slumber. Weeks after one of the snowiest storms in the city’s history, drifts still rise several feet along streets and sidewalks as residents pick their way through narrowed passages and over icy curbs.
10 Of The Least Aerodynamic Cars Ever Made
Some cars slice the air. These legendary bricks fight it, from vintage icons to modern track monsters, proving style and downforce sometimes beat efficiency.
Carline ’26 delivers W&M’s first Churchill Scholarship
Kate Carline '26 is the first William & Mary student to win a Churchill Scholarship. She will enroll at Cambridge University this fall. Eighteen scholarships in total were awarded but Carline is one of only two American students to receive the Kanders Churchill scholarship, devoted specifically to those who want to pursue the public policy implications of scientific research and discovery.
Another health system is coming to Onondaga County soon, with room for 2,000 new primary patients
The new providers will see patients ages 5 and older.
PENN Entertainment Reaches Cooperation Deal, Adds New Directors
PENN Entertainment ( ($PENN) ) has issued an update. On February 22 and 23, 2026, PENN Entertainment entered into a cooperation agreement with investment firm HG Vo...
Three Myths Fueling Companies’ Icy Silence on Politics | Andrew Winston | MIT Sloan Management Review
In turbulent times, leaders must question their assumptions about the role of business in society and politics.
Digital health tools do not always build confidence for dementia caregivers
As more care and coordination moves online, nearly half of caregivers report low confidence in their digital health literacy, with implications for their own health and burnout.
Downtown restaurant founder makes urgent plea to business community
Hell’s Kitchen’s Cynthia Gerdes calls on CEOs to save local restaurants.
Dentsu Entertainment, Iconic Arts partner to create brand-oriented IP
The companies will help brands develop original IP tied to culture, with a focus on anime and serialized entertainment.
PBM reforms promise relief for NC’s independent pharmacies
Federal and state actions seek transparency and fair reimbursements from pharmacy benefit managers, as rural communities lose local drugstores.
In health care’s defining moment, AMA helps drive positive change
Building on eight major wins in the federal budget deal, doctors gather for the AMA National Advocacy Conference in Washington to reshape medicine.
Call for Jersey politicians to prioritise future generations
Deputy says some current policy decisions are stacking up problems for the future.
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.
Which EU country is best at digital health records?
Most European countries have made progress in access to electronic health records. Despite this progress, there is still room for improvement. Low levels of digital health literacy in some countries remain another key challenge.
NFL analyst's 'bold prediction' sees Chargers bolstering guard spot
Sports Illustrated's Connor Orr predicts the Chargers will sign a veteran guard in free agency.
From bakeries to beauty shops, Russian businesses are feeling the pain from a new wartime tax policy
Denis Maksimov’s bakery in suburban Moscow became famous overnight after he appeared on President Vladimir Putin’s annual call-in show in December.
From bakeries to beauty shops, Russian businesses are feeling the pain from a new wartime tax policy
As Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine marks four years, the pressure on Russia’s economy is starting to show.
From bakeries to beauty shops, Russian businesses are feeling the pain from a new wartime tax policy
Denis Maksimov’s bakery in suburban Moscow became famous overnight after he appeared on President Vladimir Putin’s annual call-in show in December. Standing in front of the bakery — called Mashenka, after his oldest daughter -– he pleaded with Putin via video to look into new tax reforms that are significantly increasing the burden on small businesses like his. As Putin's full-scale invasion of Ukraine marks four years, the mounting pressure on Russia’s economy is starting to show.
Analysis: Trump won’t blink on tariffs — because he can’t
It was always unthinkable that President Donald Trump would choose a new “most beautiful word” in the dictionary after the Supreme Court knocked back his emergency tariff powers.
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
Why Steelers Should Bring Back Criminally Underrated Super Bowl Champion
The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the midst of a crucial offseason. After overhauling their coaching staff, it’s nearly time to address their roster via free agency, trades and the NFL Draft. While the Steelers are expected to focus on wide receiver, one area they shouldn’t overlook is running back. While Jaylen Warren is still under […]
NFL not expecting any tush push ban proposal this offseason after years of criticism, controversy
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
Uniting to respond to mental health impacts of digital violence
Technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV), from doxxing and cyberstalking to cyberbullying and online harassment, is reshaping how women and girls navigate digital spaces. Globally, an estimated 23% of women have experienced digital violence. In Indonesia, reported cases of TFGBV reached 1,791 in 2024, a 40.8% increase from the previous year. Yet very few survivors seek help, leaving lasting effects on their mental health and wellbeing. As part of the multi-UN agencies UNiTE campaign for the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Ministry of Health (MoH) co-hosted a talk show on 6 December 2025 to spotlight this urgent issue. The event brought together voices from Meta, the Indonesian Clinical Psychologist Association and Dr Vivi Syarif, a WHO Fides content creator, creating a cross-sectoral dialogue on the magnitude and mental health impact of digital violence. The talk show introduced psychological first aid as a vital initial intervention that communities can provide to survivors. This intervention aligns with the Psychological First Aid: Guide for Field Workers, a framework that has been standardized for over a decade. The "look, listen, link" approach focuses on ensuring safety and urgent needs, reassuring survivors and connecting them to appropriate services. In addition to this public health approach, Meta also outlined mechanisms to respond to digital violence and reaffirmed its commitment to building safer digital spaces by continuously updating community guidelines based on user feedback. Such collaborative discussions help connect community engagement initiatives with daily digital life. They empower audiences not only to understand how the health sector and industry are responding, but also to educate others, promote first-line support and encourage referrals to appropriate help. By fostering awareness and engagement, these dialogues strengthen collective resilience against digital violence. Written by Jessie O. Yunus, National Professional Officer (Gender, Equity, Rights and Disability Inclusion), WHO Indonesia
Someone bought a Galaxy S26 Ultra early, showing Privacy Display in action, more [Gallery]
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 launch is just days away but, somehow, one YouTuber managed to buy a Galaxy S26 Ultra early...
Trump Administration Ending Humanitarian Aid to Seven African Countries
The State Department will let lifesaving projects expire because “there is no strong nexus between the humanitarian response and U.S. national interests,” according to an internal email.
Lovejoy's 33 lead Detroit Mercy past Green Bay 74-70
DETROIT (AP) Orlando Lovejoy scored 33 points as Detroit Mercy beat Green Bay 74-70 on Sunday.
5 Cool Cars That Use Motorcycle Engine Power
Five cool cars that use motorcycle engines are the Morgan 3-Wheeler, the Ariel Atom V8, the Radical SR1 XXR/SR3 XXR, the Caterham Seven, and the Honda N600.
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.
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 […]
'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.
Bhattacharya’s growing power in Trump’s HHS worries health experts
Public health experts and former federal staffers are uneasy over National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Jay Bhattacharya’s rising influence over U.S. health policy as he temporarily takes on…
Samsung Galaxy S26 will change the mobile display you ever knew
Samsung has been a leader in mobile display for over a decade, and the Galaxy S26 series will renew this leadership with a new technology. The company will introduce this new smartphone lineup on February 25 with a feature called privacy display. This tech will make the user experience more secure thanks to its pixel-level […]
Politics chat: Trump says he'll raise tariffs despite Supreme Court ruling
President Trump says he will raise global tariffs by 15% days after the Supreme Court ruled he doesn't have the emergency power to raise tariffs. And the world waits to see if Trump will strike Iran.
‘We want to rebuild trust’: fired CDC workers form group to combat Trump’s war on science
Former employees stepped up to create the National Public Health Coalition to advocate for public health after Trump’s cuts to the agency
Curling faces identity crisis as cheating controversy forces rethink of regulations
After being shaken by claims of cheating at the Winter Olympics, curling finds itself between a rock and a hard place as it looks to regulate an increasingly competitive sport while keeping alive the long-standing honour-based system it so cherishes.
Dallas-Fort Worth business datebook for the week of Feb. 22
Keurig Dr. Pepper, Vistra and Nvidia are among market movers that will give imporant updates this week.
Despite NIL approval for Michigan high schoolers, businesses seeing early investment risks
Only a handful of Michigan student-athletes have capitalized on the new opportunities in the first three weeks of the policy.
Modern parenting means apps for sports, school and more. What this means for data privacy
For every aspect of a student's life, there's a tech company trying to digitize it.
Modern parenting means apps for sports, school and more. What this means for data privacy
For every aspect of a student’s life, there’s a tech company trying to digitize it.
Atrium Health's too-suburban ER
Atrium Health plans were revealed this past week for a new freestanding emergency room at North Davidson Street and Belmont Avenue.
Will China be able to poach scientists from the West?
It’s too early to call it a brain drain. But researchers who have made the move say the China offered them opportunities to take their work in new directions.
What we learned about Texas politics this primary cycle
Texas is changing politically. Our time in the political trenches showed how.
Chorlton traders say cycle path digging is damaging business
Business owners say the road is being dug up for the third time in less than two years.
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.
Team Gaither outlasts Team Robinson to win HBCU Legacy Bowl
Team Gaither beat Team Robinson, 27-23, in the fifth annual Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl on Saturday at Tulane's Yulman Stadium
Sarah Ferguson checked into mental health clinic after Epstein emails surfaced
Ex-wife of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor stayed at £13,000-a-day wellness centre in Zurich, say reports
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.
Nonprofit hosting event to bring hope to people facing mental health challenges
A nonprofit is hosting an event to raise awareness about mental health and bring hope to people facing mental health challenges.
Analysis: Supreme Court gives Trump — and the rest of the GOP — a gift in disguise
The Supreme Court on Friday dealt President Donald Trump perhaps the most significant rebuke of his second term. The justices, including two Trump appointees, struck down Trump’s signature economic policy: his global tariffs.
Fact-checking DHS Secretary Kristi Noem on her agency's role in elections
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem made comments that could lead people to misinterpret her agency’s role in elections as she lobbied for legislation that would require photo ID to vote and documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration.
Jesse Jackson transformed the study of Black politics
Jesse Jackson transformed the study of Black politics. Beyond his legacy as a civil rights leader, Jackson inspired empirical research on Black opinion and political behavior.
Trump ups global tariffs to 15%, escalating clash with Supreme Court
President Donald Trump upped new tariffs he announced after the Supreme Court ruled against his emergency tariffs on Feb. 20.
O’Leary says Supreme Court ’caused a nightmare’ with tariff decision
Millionaire investor Kevin O’Leary warned of a “major compliance cost” for business owners in the wake of the Supreme Court’s Friday ruling that blocks President Trump from using emergency powers t…
Murky outlook for businesses after tariff ruling prompts countermoves by Trump
Businesses face a new wave of uncertainty after the Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under an emergency powers law and...
8 Players Who Could Spark the Vikings’ Next Big Trade
With general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah no longer attached to the Minnesota Vikings, the frequency of trades may screech to a […]
Epstein files: Truth, accountability and a million new conspiracy theories
The Epstein files were supposed to be an exercise in government transparency, but they have also spawned their own opaque subgenre of conspiracy theories.
Colorado Politics Calendar Feb. 23-Mar. 1
CoPo’s weekly political calendar helps you find political and public policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
5 Tips To Pick a Perfectly Fresh, Ripe Lemon Every Time
To choose a ripe, juicy lemon, look for one with a bright yellow peel that feels firm and heavy. The fruit is an excellent source of vitamin C.
Titans land two top five edge rushers in bold prediction
The Tennessee Titans land two of the top five edge rushers in free agency in one analyst's bold prediction.
How Jesse Jackson freed dozens of Americans held captive overseas
Jesse Jackson's "citizen diplomacy" freed hundreds of people held prisoner abroad.
VOS Selections owner Victor Schwartz risked his business to challenge Trump’s tariffs
When President Donald Trump announced plans to raise the nation’s effective tariff rate to levels not seen since 1930 on April 2, 2025, most CEOs were silent. They’d seen how voicing opposition to any of the president’s ambitions – let alone his signature economic policy – could quickly prove even more costly than the policies he enacted.
As McGlinchey Stafford prepares for shutdown, the Louisiana firm files for bankruptcy
The decision hastens the demise of a once-powerhouse law firm that rapidly expanded across the south in the 1980s and 1990s.
Health and Climate Consequences of EPA’s Endangerment Finding Repeal ‘Cannot Be Overstated’
In short: the agency will no longer be able to regulate carbon pollution or greenhouse gases—though a couple of scenarios might prevent President Trump from getting his way.
Will Commanders target Packers WR in free agency?
Packers free-agent receiver could help Washington's offense.
Murky outlook for businesses after tariff ruling prompts countermoves by Trump
NEW YORK (AP) — Businesses face a new wave of uncertainty after the Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under an emergency powers law and Trump vowed to work around the ruling to keep his tariffs in place.
Murky outlook for businesses after tariff ruling prompts countermoves by Trump
Businesses face a new wave of uncertainty after the Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under an emergency powers law and Trump vowed to work around the ruling to keep his tariffs in place.
Northern Colorado business park calls on Xcel Energy to revise outage policies; "We are at their mercy"
Trump’s New Trade Agenda Is on a Collision Course With Midterms
After the Supreme Court ruling, the president said he would push ahead with his tariff policy. Republicans running for re-election are anxious.
Catholic Medical Center ending outpatient mental health services
The hospital will continue to offer emergency services through the emergency department
CIA retracts intel reports that agency says failed to meet standards for political bias
CIA Director John Ratcliffe has ordered the retraction or “substantive revision” of 19 of the agency’s intelligence products after a review determined they failed to meet standards for analytic tradecraft and political independence, the Central Intelligence Agency said on Friday.
Trump's administration is loaded with people who backed his false 2020 election claims
President Donald Trump has long spread conspiracy theories designed to explain away his 2020 election loss. Now that he's president again, Trump has stocked his administration with those who have promoted his falsehoods and in some cases helped him try to overturn his loss.
Business Lookahead: Nvidia earnings take center stage
STORY: As global markets react to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on President Trump's tariffs, Nvidia earnings head for center stage. These are the stories to watch in business and finance in the coming week. :: Nvidia's momentMarkets will be watching for Nvidia's quarterly results Wednesday...as investors worry about returns on AI spending and industry disruptions caused by the emerging tech.Nvidia shares have soared following the launch of ChatGPT in late 2022.But shares of the company and others in the "Magnificent Seven" have stalled so far in 2026.:: Anniversary angstTuesday marks the four-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.While the push for a ceasefire continues, getting one over the line remains difficult.Ukraine has faced sustained pressure to agree to a deal that could mean painful concessions, as Russian forces pound its power grid and slowly advance on the battlefield.The International Monetary Fund looks set to rubberstamp extended support, meaning Kyiv's bonds are flying high.:: Key Australia dataAustralia's consumer price reading Wednesday will be closely watched by investors, who are betting the central bank will hike rates at least once more this year.Earlier this month, Australia's central bank became the only one in the G10 outside Japan to tighten policy, as it struggles to bring inflation under control in a supply-constrained economy.:: British uneaseBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a reckoning Thursday in a Manchester special election.Investors will be watching the results closely. Friday could be another volatile day for British markets and Westminster.British gilts and the pound wobbled earlier this month as a crisis engulfed Starmer over what he knew of Peter Mandelson's links to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein when he appointed the former as U.S. ambassador.
Roanoke business reacts to Supreme Court tariff ruling
Though the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that most of Trump's tariff policy is not permitted, it will take another year for a Roanoke business to see rising cost subside.
Impacted Northeast Wisconsin business reacts to Supreme Court's tariff strikedown
SHEBOYGAN (WLUK) -- Friday, in a 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump's emergency tariffs are illegal. For area small business
Louisiana reaches $45 million settlement with CVS Health, ending lawsuits
The state had accused CVS Health of “unfair, deceptive and unlawful” business practices for using customer information to conduct a text message campaign last year against proposed legislation for pharmacy benefits managers.
Companies Are Choosing Efficiency Over Bold Climate Goals
Sustainability executives are wrestling with what their role should be amid continued challenges.
The Supreme Court just blew up Trump’s foreign policy
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February 20, 2026
Autism has long been thought of as a condition that mostly affects boys, but data suggest that’s not true. Plus, an update on the first state-run psilocybin therapy programs, and why the American Medical Association is joining an effort to launch an independent vaccine review panel. And, what record-low snowpack in Utah and Colorado means for the region's water supply.
Takeaways: Supreme Court stands up to Donald Trump on emergency tariffs
The Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s sweeping emergency tariffs on Friday, a significant decision that could redirect the course of the administration’s economic and foreign policy agenda.
What to know about the Supreme Court ruling on Trump's tariffs
In its 6-3 opinion on Friday, the court ruled Trump’s attempt to use an emergency powers law to enact the levies was not valid.
Phaedra Solutions Announces New Rapid AI Services for Accelerated Business Outcomes
Phaedra Solutions, a leading AI development and consultancy firm, has unveiled its new rapid AI development model designed to help startups and enterprises implement AI systems more quickly and efficiently.Dubai, United Arab Emirates--(Newsfile Corp. - February 20, 2026) - Phaedra Solutions, a leading AI development and consultancy firm, has unveiled its new rapid AI development model designed to help startups and enterprises implement AI systems more quickly and efficiently. The company's new..
Kavanaugh rips Supreme Court majority's ‘illogical’ line on tariffs
Justice Kavanaugh calls Supreme Court's decision striking down Trump's emergency tariffs "illogical" and offers roadmap for alternative approaches.
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
Trump Plans to Impose Tariffs a Different Way After Supreme Court Loss
The administration has been preparing for months for the possibility that the court would rule against the president and developed contingency plans.
RWJBarnabas Health’s Nancy Holecek Named Chief Nursing Officer of the Year
Nancy E. Holecek, MAS, MHA, BSN, RN, FNAP, Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer, RWJBarnabas Health, has been named by Press Ganey as Chief Nursing Officer of the Year. The award recognizes a leader who has empowered their nurses to shine, provided safe, compassionate, and high-quality care, and prioritized staff education and development.
MAHA activists warn Trump could lose their support over glyphosate order
Members of the U.S. Make America Healthy Again movement that backs Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. say an executive order this week to boost domestic production of the weedkiller glyphosate risks their support in November's midterm elections.
Trump administration plan could indefinity restrict work permits for asylum seekers
A government agency says that, under the plan, new work permit applications for asylum seekers “would be paused for an extended period, possibly many years.”
Business celebrates win over Trump tariffs, but refunds will take time
Thousands of businesses won a hard-fought victory when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled to overturn the White House's emergency tariffs. The process of getting refunds has only just begun.
Sporting KC signs defender Ethan Bartlow as a free agent
Sporting Kansas City has signed 26-year-old defender Ethan Bartlow via free agency, the club announced today. Bartlow spent preseason on trial with Sporting KC and has signed a one-year MLS contract through the 2026 season with club options through June 2027 and the 2027-2028 season. Bartlow spent the first five
Community Health Systems Q4 Earnings Call Highlights
Community Health Systems (NYSE:CYH) executives said the hospital operator’s fourth-quarter results came in line with updated expectations, citing sequential margin expansion, a modest improvement in payer mix, and continued cost controls. On the company’s fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 earnings c