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Aveeno® announces research collaboration to advance skin health science and education as skin care brand celebrates 80 years of innovation
Collaboration to focus on preclinical and clinical research, professional education, and innovative strategies to amplify advancements in skin science
I tried the new Studio Display XDR and it’s Apple’s most impressive (and brightest) monitor yet — but there’s a catch
Almost the upgrade we were waiting for
Another popular downtown business prepares to shut down, raising vacancy, development concerns about the city’s core
Two well-known restaurants in downtown Jacksonville are preparing to close, renewing concerns about vacancies and foot traffic in the city’s urban core as local leaders push for more downtown development.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly confidently retells one hell of a ghost story
Thanks to its oppressive atmosphere and skilled storytelling, Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly's remake lives up to its predecessor.
The FBI Warns Americans To Replace These Wi-Fi Routers
According to the FBI, if you have certain older Wi-Fi routers from Linksys or Cisco, consider replacing them to avoid known vulnerabilities to malware.
NV-UV brings one-click undervolting to GeForce RTX 50 GPUs
NV-UV is a new GeForce RTX 50 undervolting tool built on MSI Afterburner A new utility called NV-UV has surfaced for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series graphics
Space Force Makes the Obvious Choice, Halts Rocket Launches at Boeing's and Lockheed's Space Business
Boeing and Lockheed investors can't count on revenue contributions from ULA for awhile. How big a problem is that?
Millions of jobs vulnerable as ‘silver tsunami’ looms over US small businesses, experts warn
Nearly half of U.S. small-business owners are 55 or older, and with many lacking succession plans, jobs and local economies could face disruptions in the coming decade, experts warn.
Satellites are exposing weak bridges in America and around the world
Satellites are giving scientists a powerful new way to watch over the world’s bridges. Using radar imaging, researchers can detect millimeter-scale movements that may signal early structural problems long before inspectors notice them. The study found many bridges—especially in North America—are aging and increasingly vulnerable, but satellite monitoring could sharply reduce the number classified as high-risk. The approach could be especially valuable in regions where traditional monitoring barely exists.
Satellites are exposing weak bridges in America and around the world
Satellites are giving scientists a powerful new way to watch over the world’s bridges. Using radar imaging, researchers can detect millimeter-scale movements that may signal early structural problems long before inspectors notice them. The study found many bridges—especially in North America—are aging and increasingly vulnerable, but satellite monitoring could sharply reduce the number classified as high-risk. The approach could be especially valuable in regions where traditional monitoring barely exists.
In Jayson Tatum's return, Celtics lose Nikola Vučević to a hand injury for at least a month
Vučević, who came to Boston at the trade deadline, had surgery Saturday
Bruce Pearl celebrates Miami RedHawks' undefeated regular season
College hoops analyst Bruce Pearl, who had suggested the RedHawks' weren't worthy of an at-large bid, celebrated Miami's 31st win with a tweet.
VTA taking local trucking business to court after eminent domain dispute
VTA and a local truck dealership are headed to trial over VTA's use of eminent domain and a question of fair compensation. The agency has been acquiring land for its six-mile BART extension project, slated to open in 2036.
Anthropic's Claude found 22 vulnerabilities in Firefox over two weeks
In a recent security partnership with Mozilla, Anthropic found 22 separate vulnerabilities in Firefox — fourteen of them classified as "high-severity."
A’s reveal ‘Athletic Club’ dining experience for new Las Vegas ballpark
The Athletics announced plans for the all-new “Athletic Club” on Friday.
Building climate-ready healthcare facilities across Indonesia
The World Health Organization (WHO), working with the Ministry of Health and partners, developed the Climate-Resilient and Environmentally Sustainable Health Care Facilities assessment tools. These were adapted from WHO's global framework and integrated into the SIKELIM platform, a digital system that maps disaster-affected facilities in real time. The tools help facilities assess vulnerabilities across systems including workforce capacity, water and sanitation WASH and waste, energy, infrastructure and technology.
LG just released the pricing of its latest OLED models – and it's good news
Both models should be available this month
Patriots parting ways with another veteran after Stefon Diggs release
The Patriots will reportedly not tender restricted free agent cornerback Alex Austin, allowing him to become an unrestricted free agent.
Headkrack of Fox Soul's Side Dish gives the latest in entertainment headlines
Mathew Knowles walks out of an interview, and Jim Carrey is making headlines for a bizarre reason.
Scholars application open to health professions students
The WVU Institute for Community and Rural Health and the West Virginia Area Health Education Centers are accepting applications for the WV AHEC Rural Community Health Scholars program. The deadline to apply for early admission is March 31.
Arizona Cardinals LS Aaron Brewer 2026 offseason profile
A look at long snapper Aaron Brewer's season, his contract and what to expect in the offseason.
Caesars Entertainment opens first sportsbook inside Summerlin resort
Caesars Entertainment has officially opened Caesars Race & Sportsbook at The Resort at Summerlin.
Scientists have been underestimating sea levels
Our coasts are more vulnerable than we realized.
Experts warn of 'mysterious' leaked US government tool that breaks into iPhones
The "powerful" software kit, dubbed Coruna, uses 23 different vulnerabilities to exploit iPhones and break into the device, Google warned in a PSA.
Olympic Sports Coaches Show Set for February - West Virginia University Athletics
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – The Mountaineer Sports Network from Learfield has announced the March schedule for its WVU Olympic Sports Coaches Show live from the Moun...
Where Trump Appears Vulnerable on the Iran War | WSJ Politics Newsletter for March 4
Plus, Cornyn and Paxton are headed to runoff in their heated Republican Senate primary in Texas as Democrat Talarico beats Crockett
Government-grade iPhone exploit kit spreading to hackers: reports
Google and iVerify have shared details about Coruna, an exploit kit that chains multiple vulnerabilities to target iPhones running older iOS versions.
Hospitals add body cameras in Kansas City health system deployment
Deal equips 68 FirstVu Pro cameras and 9 docks at a Kansas City health system within a 24-hospital, $12B network, opening a three-year cloud subscription.
Vulnerable Republicans in California's redrawn congressional districts back war in Iran
Republicans facing tough reelection fights in this year's midterms are backing President Trump's attacks on Iran, which are unpopular, according to recent polling.
Developer breaks ground on entertainment hub in Las Vegas’ historic Westside
A developer has broken ground on a new entertainment and community space in Las Vegas’ historic Westside, with a focus on local vendors and small business growth.
Opinion: Venture capital totals don’t tell Chicago’s full story
Chicago raised $2.6 billion in venture funding last year, but deeper investments in quantum, AI and advanced manufacturing may better signal its long-term economic trajectory, Christy George and Brad Henderson argue.
New Chrome Vulnerability Let Malicious Extensions Escalate Privileges via Gemini Panel
Chrome CVE-2026-0628 let malicious extensions hijack Gemini panel for privilege escalation, local file access, and surveillance.
The long history of shootings in Austin's 6th Street entertainment district
WVU drives health care in Mountain State
The University’s impact on health care statewide is highlighted in the latest issue of West Virginia Executive.
Illinois cannabis shops warn of existential threat from vague rule change
Small cannabis companies fear a possible rule change by the state could empower wealthy competitors to set up shop near them, which could be a death knell.
What to watch for in Western Pa. sports for March 2, 2026: Seneca Valley begins title defense
A new month gets the ball, err … the puck rolling on the start of another winter sports postseason.
Val Chmerkovskiy hospitalized during 'Dancing With the Stars' tour
Val Chmerkovskiy ended up in a hospital in Peoria, Ill., while on tour with his fellow 'Dancing With the Stars' pros and contestant alums like Andy Richter and Elaine Hendrix.
How the left punishes small business
Raising the top tax rate would affect a lot of unsuspecting middle-class workers.
How a WA man turned his mental health pain into a life's purpose
Bellevue's Jay Michael Martin Jr. shares his hard-earned wisdom through his Talks With Jay on social media and Cooking with Jay live presentations.
If Iran Strikes Backfire, Voters Will Know Who’s to Blame
President Donald Trump begins his conflict with Iran on a narrow ledge in public opinion. So long as the mission’s costs to America remain small, he’s unlikely to face insurmountable political pressure to end it. But he starts the war extraordinarily vulnerable to backlash if things go wrong.
Trump’s Iran strikes risk hitting American pocketbooks if they last
Oil supplies are vulnerable if conflict escalates.
How Davis Webb earned Sean Payton’s trust to call plays
Payton’s quotes reveal trust, continuity, and long-term vision behind Webb’s rise to calling plays for the Broncos.
Emanuel Navarrete dominates Eduardo “Sugar” Nunez to unify two belts
Emanuel Navarrete was dominant in a win over warrior Eduardo “Sugar” Nunez in Arizona.
Reusse: File this under ‘You never know what will happen in sports’
An old drinking companion once used to bellow that unexpected outcomes were part of what made sports great. This reporter couldn’t help but recall that fellow while watching hockey Friday night.
Maggie Gyllenhaal admits to feeling 'envy' toward brother Jake Gyllenhaal early in their careers
Maggie Gyllenhaal admits to feeling a latent jealousy toward her brother Jake Gyllenhaal early in their acting careers: 'I don't think I was in touch with the envy, but it was there.'
Burcum: Target Medicaid fraud, not innocent people’s health care
"Medicaid serves a highly vulnerable population with few alternatives for coverage," columnist Jill Burcum writes.
Photos: Seattle welcomes home gold medal Torrent Olympians with record-breaking attendance
KOMO 4 TV provides news, sports, weather and local event coverage in the Seattle, Washington area including Bellevue, Redmond, Renton, Kent, Tacoma, Bremerton, SeaTac, Auburn, Mercer Island, Bothell, Shoreline, Lynnwood, Mill Creek and Everett.
How Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic sees the world
As antigovernment protests in Serbia continue into their second year, who is the man maintaining a grip on power?
Nebraska Baseball Upsets #7 Auburn 9-8 in Extra Innings
Late inning heroics by Carey and Jesske were enough to outlast the Huskers’ closing woes.
San Mateo County Health warns of potential measles exposure at Panda Express
San Mateo County Health on Friday announced a potential measles exposure in Burlingame.
Small Business AI Jam: Bellevue
The Small Business AI Jam is a free, hands-on workshop on March 6 in Bellevue where small business owners learn to use ChatGPT and build a practical AI tool for their business with mentor support.
Vanderbilt Health Pets of the Day: Momo and Smokey
Today’s first Dog of the Day is Momo, submitted by Ginger DeBellis of the Vanderbilt Vaccine Center. “Momo is a sweet and super smart blue merle Australian shepard who loves learning new tricks, neighbor watching and snuggles.“ Today’s second Dog of the Day is Smokey, submitted by Haley Villacorta of Population Health. “Smokey is a Pomsky (Pomeranian and Siberian husky mix).” Pets of the Day — what you need to know The Vanderbilt Health Pets of the Day are included in regular editions of the MyVUMC News newsletter, which is posted twice a week by Vanderbilt Health News and Communications. The pets are selected from the hundreds of entries sent to the Voice Pet Photo Contest. For those who submitted a photo to that contest, watch MyVUMC News for Pets of the Day, and in addition, regular collections of pet photos are posted to the Voice site. You can see them all here: https://news.vumc.org/section/voice/pets-vumc/. If you have a pet you would like to nominate for Pet of the Day, the next Pet Photo Contest submission period is coming up later this year, and will be announced in MyVUMC News. Momo and Smokey were featured in the March 3, 2026, edition of MyVUMC News.
Health Rounds: Researchers find cellular clues to explain faster pain recovery in men
The immune systems of men appear to be better equipped to shut down pain, which could explain why chronic pain is more common in women, research in mice and humans suggests.
Santiago de Chile Declaration launched to advance clean air and environmental justice in Latin America
The Santiago de Chile Declaration calls for urgent, coordinated action to reduce air pollution and advance environmental justice across Latin America and the Caribbean. Launched with support from World Health Organization and Pan American Health Organization, the Declaration frames clean air as a human right and sets out concrete regional and national priorities to protect public health—especially for vulnerable communities.
New QB hitting the trade market should interest Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins are looking for a new starting quarterback and a new candidate from the AFC South hit the trade market on Thursday.
States Sue to Block Trump’s ‘Anti-Science’ Vaccine Policy
Climate change helps spread vaccine-preventable diseases. But the Trump administration’s reduced vaccine schedule “throws science out the window,” and makes Americans more vulnerable to infections, state attorneys general charge in a new lawsuit.
Boulter secures seventh consecutive WTA win
Britain's Katie Boulter reaches the quarter-finals of the Merida Open in Mexico as Camila Osorio retires with injury.
Sausalito looking for business to fill vacancies on Bridgeway
The city of Sausalito, deeply concerned about maintaining its world-class tourist image and warding off sea level rise, is planning to lure bigger retailers and restaurants without making it like every other place.
Cavs at Bucks open gamethread
We’ll see if the shorthanded Cavs can defeat a struggling Bucks team.
25th Navajo Nation Council
Delegate Johnson applauds Navajo Pine students’ innovation at science fair NAVAJO, N.M. –Council Delegate Casey Allen Johnson recently demonstrated his support for science, technology, engineering,...
3 more questions Tampa Sports Authority has for Rays stadium deal
Board members asked about possible property tax reform, funding shortfalls and affordable housing.
After stints at Nike and Kohl’s, Elevance Health’s CDIO pivots to using tech to bring more ‘delight’ to healthcare
Ratnakar Lavu spent most of his career working at major retailers. Here's why Lavu thinks his experience can bring 'delight' to the healthcare sector.
Hall among leaders honored with West Virginia Leadership Business awards
Joshua Hall, Milan Puskar Dean of the John Chambers College of Business and Economics, is the recipient of The State Journal’s inaugural West Virginia Business Leadership award for Chief Operating Officer of a Medium-Sized Business.
'A place of extremes': Scientists unveil the largest-ever map of the galaxy's chaotic center
Scientists using the ALMA telescope have created the most-detailed-ever map of the Milky Way's chaotic center. The observations could open a window to the ancient universe as it appeared shortly after the Big Bang.
Invisibility Is No Longer Harmless: Why Public Health Must Make Its Value Seen
Public health once prized invisibility, but amid workforce shortages and unstable funding, unseen impact becomes vulnerability. Value must be visible to be sustained.
After a harrowing start, Resident Evil: Requiem settles into the overly familiar
Resident Evil: Requiem begins with survival horror brilliance before a fan service-oriented back half diminishes those highs.
UK HealthCare launches Food as Health initiative across Kentucky
UK HealthCare is expanding its Food as Health Alliance, a new initiative embedded within UK HealthCare that delivers “food is medicine” services to improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations across Kentucky.
Singapore's OCBC bank explores physical gold custody business for institutional, wealthy clients
Singapore's Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp is exploring setting up a custody business for physical gold geared toward institutional and high-net-worth clients, as demand for its app-based trading product accelerates, senior executives said on Wednesday.
Apple’s Touch-Screen MacBook Pro to Have Dynamic Island, New Interface
Apple Inc.’s long-awaited foray into touch-screen laptops will bring major changes to the Mac interface, including the addition of the iPhone’s Dynamic Island feature, according to people familiar with the matter.
Engaging Science Websites For Kids That Your Children Will Love
If you have a science loving kid or want to help your child learn about various science-based subjects, use these science websites for kids.
Dear Annie: Do I set a boundary with a friend and ask that we never talk about politics?
Do I try to have an honest conversation and risk blowing it up? Or do I accept that this is the cost of friendship in a divided world
Celebrating excellence: Make a point to thank Vanderbilt Health residents and fellows this week
At Vanderbilt Health, there are currently more than 1,200 residents and fellows in more than 180 programs, contributing significantly to patient care.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue Appoints Christopher Wilson as Chief Nursing Officer - NYC Health + Hospitals
New York, NY – NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue today announced the appointment of Christopher G. Wilson, MSN, RN, CNML, CENP, NEA-BC, FACHE as Chief
Study identifies medical conditions that could predict future Alzheimer’s disease
The findings could suggest ways to intervene before clinical symptoms of Alzheimer's disease become apparent.
Is politics ruining sports? Partisanship simmers over post-Olympic gold in men’s hockey
Outrage thrashed online with Kash Patel chugging beer in locker room, President Trump joking about women’s team.
Is politics ruining sports? Partisanship simmers over post-Olympic gold in men’s hockey
Outrage thrashed online with Kash Patel chugging beer in locker room, President Trump joking about women’s team.
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.
GOL Selects Anuvu to Elevate In-flight Entertainment
GOL Linhas Aéreas has selected Anuvu to upgrade GOL Online with premium global content and enhanced in-flight entertainment.
San Antonio Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Detroit Pistons
San Antonio Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Detroit Pistons
Team USA gold medal hockey victory could help grow the sport for both fans and players
Team USA Gold Medal hockey victory could help grow the sport in America, both in terms of fans and future players.
Victor Wembanyama has blocks against every other team in league
Victor Wembanyama has blocks against every other team in league
Backing VENU’s Disruptive Vision for Future of Live Entertainment
Niall Horan and Dierks Bentley coming on as shareholders of VENU
The Crossword, Feb. 23: It's An Art, Not A Science (Themeless)
It’s time to wrap up the month with a challenging themeless. Keep an eye out for tricky clues and fun wordplay. This week’s puzzle was constructed by Kelsey Dixon and Alex Boisvert, and edited by Hoang-Kim Vu. Alex is a crossword constructor from California who is so uncomfortable writing anything positive about himself that he wanted to do…
Rams reporter says team is 'overdue' to invest in CB
The Los Angeles Rams need to figure out their cornerback room for 2026.
Meta Director of AI Safety Allows AI Agent to Accidentally Delete Her Inbox
Meta Superintelligence Labs’ director of alignment called it a “rookie mistake.”
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.
New Jersey regulators take first step to reform electric utility business model
Performance-based ratemaking, multi-year rate plans and lower utility returns are all options to be considered, according to the Board of Public Utilities, which approved hiring a consultant to assist a potential overhaul.
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.
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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