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More than 30,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers to end strike in California and Hawaii

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — An estimated 31,000 registered nurses and other front-line Kaiser Permanente health care workers will return to work on Tuesday after a four-week strike in California and Hawaii…

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Feb 23 • 3:34 PM EST • Health • wtop.com
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Billions of dollars later and still nobody knows what an Xbox is

Maybe we’ll never know.

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Feb 23 • 3:30 PM EST • Technology • theverge.com
Central Minnesota man accused of running fake business, committing SNAP, medical assistance fraud
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Feb 23 • 3:13 PM EST • Business • cbsnews.com
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House speaker tells GOP Rep. Gonzales to promptly address affair allegations

House Speaker Mike Johnson on Monday said he’s spoken with Rep. Tony Gonzales about the “very serious” allegations against him and told the Texas Republican to address the claims.

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Feb 23 • 3:01 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
Political Backlash After Pro-Palestine Comments at Berlin Awards Ceremony

A German cabinet minister walked out during one acceptance speech, and Berlin's conservative mayor said the ceremony was “misused for political destruction.”

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Feb 23 • 1:38 PM EST • Politics • hollywoodreporter.com
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Prior authorization is a top health care burden, KFF poll finds

About 32% of Americans say prior authorization requirements are a major burden, more than billing confusion or finding appointments, according to the January 2026 survey.

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Feb 23 • 12:49 PM EST • Health • cleveland.com
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
THE WEEK OF FEB 23, 2026

- NSF director nominee announced - Confusion over NIST foreign researcher policies - Science Republicans reviewing AI laws

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Feb 23 • 12:41 PM EST • Science • aip.org
Citi nears Banamex stake sale to investor group including Blackstone, Bloomberg News reports

Citigroup is nearing a deal to sell a 24% stake in its Mexican retail bank Grupo Financiero Banamex to a group of investors that includes Blackstone , Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter.

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Feb 23 • 12:30 PM EST • Business • reuters.com
Women's college volleyball teams head to Bahamas for historic showcase

USA TODAY has the exclusive details on four college volleyball teams, including Kentucky and Purdue, competing in a new showcase in the Bahamas.

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Feb 23 • 12:00 PM EST • Sports • usatoday.com
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Apple Could Launch at Least Five New Products, Including iPhone 17E, Next Week

A Bloomberg report suggests a potential one-two-three punch of product launches over consecutive days from Apple, including three new MacBooks and an iPad with M4 chip.

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Feb 23 • 11:58 AM EST • Technology • cnet.com
3 Amazon AI data centers planned for north Louisiana: ‘Something unlike we have ever seen’

“The massive amount of development that will result in this is something unlike anything that we've ever seen.” Here’s what we know.

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Feb 23 • 11:41 AM EST • Business • nola.com
Matt Maiocco's NFL mock draft 1.0: 49ers select Missouri defensive end Zion Young with pick No. 27

Here is who NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco has the San Francisco 49ers selecting in the first edition of his 2026 NFL mock draft.

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Feb 23 • 11:29 AM EST • Sports • nbcsportsbayarea.com
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…

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Feb 23 • 10:58 AM EST • Science • defector.com
5 NFL players who will define the fantasy football offseason
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Feb 23 • 10:55 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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This Gen Zer skipped university and built a six-figure dog walking business

As AI threatens entry-level jobs, some young people are starting their own businesses.

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Feb 23 • 10:53 AM EST • Business • reuters.com
Met Gala 2026 dress code revealed

The 2026 Met Gala, which will mark Beyoncé's return, at last has its dress code.

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Feb 23 • 10:37 AM EST • Entertainment • usatoday.com
Meta Director of AI Safety Allows AI Agent to Accidentally Delete Her Inbox

Meta Superintelligence Labs’ director of alignment called it a “rookie mistake.”

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Feb 23 • 10:20 AM EST • Technology • 404media.co
Inside Microsoft’s big Xbox leadership shake-up

Microsoft has a new gaming CEO

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Feb 23 • 9:54 AM EST • Technology • theverge.com
How to Regulate Your Hormones With Gut Health, Movement, More

Millions of women struggle with the frustrating and often dismissed symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, so Dr. Amy Shah joins TODAY to help women reclaim their health with evidence-based advice from her new book “Hormone Havoc: A Science-Backed Protocol for Perimenopause & Menopause.” Tips include taking control of gut health, strength training and more.

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Feb 23 • 9:09 AM EST • Health • today.com
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Amazon's King Of Meat Is Shutting Down, Less Than A Year After Launch

Amazon's big-budgeted cooperative multiplayer gamble did not become gaming royalty.

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Feb 23 • 9:07 AM EST • Technology • gamespot.com
Oregon’s Behavioral Health Talent Council releases final report

Many parts of Oregon lack mental health care providers, especially in rural counties.

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Feb 23 • 9:00 AM EST • Health • opb.org
Column: Some Democratic candidates for California governor need to drop out

The jig is up for Democrats lagging in the race for governor

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Feb 23 • 9:00 AM EST • Politics • latimes.com
New off-Broadway show stars Elizabethtown native, viral TikTok husband-and-wife dancers

Perhaps you're not in love with your job, or your relationship is feeling a little rocky.

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Feb 23 • 8:55 AM EST • Entertainment • lancasteronline.com
OpenAI deepens partnerships with consulting giants to push enterprise AI beyond pilot

OpenAI is expanding its push into the enterprise market by teaming up with four of the world’s largest consulting firms, betting that a more hands-on approach will help corporate clients move beyond pilot projects to full-scale AI deployments.

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Feb 23 • 8:35 AM EST • Business • reuters.com
Kings vs. Grizzlies prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 NBA picks for Monday, Feb. 23

SportsLine's proven model has revealed its Sacramento Kings vs. Memphis Grizzlies NBA picks today

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Feb 23 • 7:34 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
2026 NFL mock draft: Eagles go to the trenches

Here’s our first mock draft of 2026 as we figure out what the Eagles will do at No. 23.

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Feb 23 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • nbcsportsphiladelphia.com
Zach Harber is balancing a growing business with his MBA studies - Notre Dame Business Mendoza College of Business

A new year is a new beginning, and Australia welcomes each new year before almost anywhere on Earth. Zach Harber (MBA ’27) had long dreamed of taking in the spectacle […]

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Feb 23 • 7:00 AM EST • Business • mendoza.nd.edu
House Science Committee takes on data center permitting

The panel will discuss barriers that may slow the development of infrastructure for artificial intelligence.

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Feb 23 • 6:33 AM EST • Science • eenews.net
Business license fees increased this year, some by as high as 400%

Some advocates contend higher business license fees are yet another burden for small businesses facing economic headwinds.

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Feb 23 • 6:30 AM EST • Business • chicago.suntimes.com
Ecology’s war on ‘invasive’ species isn’t science

Ecology is pervaded by a nativist dogma against invasive species that distorts the science and undermines wildness

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Feb 23 • 6:00 AM EST • Science • aeon.co
Sports betting drives jump in calls to Florida problem gambling helpline

Calls over online gambling have increased by 138% since 2023.

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Feb 23 • 6:00 AM EST • Sports • tampabay.com
Exclusive | Merck Creates Separate Cancer Business as Sales Pressure Looms

The drugmaker is splitting its pharmaceuticals unit to bolster product launches before a crucial patent loss.

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Feb 23 • 6:00 AM EST • Business • wsj.com
YouTube Gold: Mountaineer Payback

An under-appreciated classic

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Feb 23 • 5:57 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
‘Progressive membership’: Ukraine’s economic resilience shows future for EU business tie-ups

Joint ventures on defence, green energy and telecoms suggest how country could join bloc in stages rather than wait for full status

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Feb 23 • 5:36 AM EST • Business • theguardian.com
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Country music singer battling incurable disease still performing despite rough 2025

The 56-year-old has been open with fans about his battle with the disease.

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Feb 23 • 5:35 AM EST • Entertainment • pennlive.com
How Utah evolved into a sports boomtown — and MLB expansion frontrunner

The population of the Salt Lake City-Provo-Orem corridor, now nearly 3 million, has roughly doubled since MLB last expanded in 1998.

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Feb 23 • 5:30 AM EST • Sports • nytimes.com
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Trump’s approval rating with independents hits a new low ahead of the State of the Union

When President Donald Trump gives his State of the Union address Tuesday, he will face a public that increasingly questions his priorities and expresses broad doubts about whether his proposed policies are helping the nation, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS.

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Feb 23 • 5:00 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Mike Wampold has developed properties across the region. He's bullish on Baton Rouge.

Developer Mike Wampold has a vast portfolio that includes hotels, apartments, office buildings and an 1800-acre planned community. His focus these days is on Baton Rouge, where he sees untapped potential.

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Feb 23 • 5:00 AM EST • Business • nola.com
Poll: Most say the state of the union is not strong and the U.S. is worse off

Ahead of the State of the Union address on Tuesday, evidence continues to mount that President Trump is facing political headwinds.

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Feb 23 • 5:00 AM EST • Politics • npr.org
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German business sentiment rose more than expected in February, Ifo survey finds

German business morale rose more than expected in February, a survey showed on Monday, as both current conditions and expectations increased.

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Feb 23 • 4:14 AM EST • Business • reuters.com
Shields beats Crews-Dezurn to retain title

Claressa Shields defends her undisputed heavyweight crown by beating fellow American Franchon Crews-Dezurn by unanimous points decision in Detroit.

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Feb 23 • 2:21 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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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
A new era for Dutch politics with Rob Jetten set to be sworn in as prime minister

The Netherlands is getting a new minority government led by Rob Jetten, the country’s youngest-ever prime minister.

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Feb 23 • 2:09 AM EST • Politics • apnews.com
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Teton Science School, Indian Springs Ranch plan for tunnel to ease left turns onto Highway 22

Left turns out of the Teton Science Schools’ Jackson campus onto Highway 22 are harrowing.

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Feb 23 • 2:00 AM EST • Science • jhnewsandguide.com
Nantwich sports photographer calls job 'ridiculous at times'

Photographer Simon Stacpoole has been capturing key moments in sport for 20 years.

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Feb 23 • 1:27 AM EST • Sports • bbc.com
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The Packaging People Reveals 5 Signs It’s Time to Upgrade to Custom Packaging

As competition intensifies across consumer and industrial markets, packaging is positioned as a strategic component of business performance rath...

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Feb 23 • 12:15 AM EST • Business • markets.businessinsider.com
Highlights! Shields Pummels Crews-Dezurn In Wild Brawl

The No. 1 pound-for-pound female boxer in the world, and self-proclaimed GWOAT, Claressa Shields, was back in action last night (Sun., Feb, 22, 2026) against Franchon Crews-Dezurn in Detroit, Michigan in a rematch 10 years in the making. From the jump, the two ladies wasted no times getting acquainted once again as they each channeled […]

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Feb 23 • 12:14 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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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.

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Feb 23 • 12:00 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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#1 Cochran Sports Showdown: Feb. 22, 2026
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Feb 22 • 11:52 PM EST • Sports • cbsnews.com
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Breaking down USA's win vs. Canada in the Olympics | Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call (2/21)
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Feb 22 • 11:49 PM EST • Sports • cbsnews.com
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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 […]

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Feb 22 • 11:24 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Feb. 23 #518

Here's today's Connections: Sports Edition answer and hints for groups. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Connections: Sports Edition, every day.

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Feb 22 • 10:49 PM EST • Sports • cnet.com
Understanding the science of sports tape

That kinesiology tape you see on elite athletes is more than a joint stabilizer. It plays a much bigger role

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Feb 22 • 10:30 PM EST • Science • deseret.com
Med City Sports Card Show collects big crowd on Saturday

More than 70 vendors attended the show, selling and trading from cheap trading cards to expensive collectibles worth big money.

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Feb 22 • 9:49 PM EST • Sports • kttc.com
Players around NFL mourn Rondale Moore, urge mental-health awareness

Players around the league express grief over death of Moore, 25.

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Feb 22 • 9:22 PM EST • Health • nytimes.com
Green, Popoola guide Tulsa to 100-74 romp over UTSA

TULSA, Okla. (AP) David Green had 27 points, Ade Popoola scored 26 with 10 rebounds and Tulsa beat UTSA 100-74 on Sunday.

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Feb 22 • 8:36 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Michael Jordan celebrates Tyler Reddick's NASCAR Atlanta win

23XI co-owner Michael Jordan has opened the 2026 NASCAR season with back-to-back wins.

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Feb 22 • 7:53 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Small business owner Liam Stanton announces run for Chicago mayor
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Feb 22 • 7:21 PM EST • Business • cbsnews.com
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Zimbabwe rolls out long-acting HIV drug, among first countries to do so

Zimbabwe, where HIV has led to tens of thousands of deaths over the past two decades, is one of the first countries to roll out lenacapavir, a long-acting drug that authorities hope will slow new infections.

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UNM Researchers Link Heavy Wildfire Smoke Exposure to Poorer Mental Health Measures

University of New Mexico researchers report that acute exposure to wildfire smoke filled with ultrafine PM 2.5 particles is associated with poorer outcomes on mental health measures.

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Feb 22 • 7:00 PM EST • Health • hscnews.unm.edu
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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Bausch Health Weighs China Aesthetics Push Against ARESTIN Milestone And Debt

Bausch Health Companies (NYSE:BHC) agreed to acquire Shibo's aesthetics distribution business in China, expanding its presence in that market. The company marked the 25th anniversary of its ARESTIN® product, highlighting its long-running role in the portfolio. ARESTIN® has been introduced into additional markets, including Canada and Puerto Rico, alongside adjustments to Bausch Health's capital structure. Bausch Health Companies, listed as NYSE:BHC, operates across eye health,...

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From the sports desk: ‘That’s American hockey right there’

U.S. men's hockey topples Canada in overtime, claims first Olympic gold since 1980.

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Unpacking Future Packers: No. 65, Oklahoma DT Gracen Halton

Up next in the Unpacking Future Packers Countdown is Oklahoma defensive tackle Gracen Halton.

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Fred Loya Sr. remembered for business success, holiday spirit

El Paso business leader Fred Loya Sr., known for his insurance business and Christmas displays, has died.

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Cavs comeback falls short to hot shooting Thunder

The Thunder snapped the Cavs seven-game winning streak.

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The Times' top 25 high school baseball rankings

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1.3K views | NBCUniversal Entertainment chairman Dame Donna Langley...

NBCUniversal Entertainment chairman Dame Donna Langley teases ‘Mamma Mia 3’ on the #BAFTAs red carpet and says “If Meryl Streep would like to come back, we’ll find a way to bring her back.” Langley...

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What to know about protein in your diet, according to dietitians

From popcorn to Pop-Tarts, protein-packed food is everywhere, and politicians want you to eat more of it. What’s the right amount for you?

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Eagles News: Saquon Barkley says Sean Mannion’s offense is “refreshing”

Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 2/22/26.

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Business People: Minnesota Black Chamber names Yoland Pierson president and CEO

OF NOTE The Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce, St. Paul, announced the appointment of Yoland Pierson as president and chief executive officer. Pierson is a principle in family-owned and Minneapol…

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Suspect found dead after shooting that killed woman in UI Health parking garage
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Dana Bash presses Secretary Bessent on Congress’ role in enacting tariffs
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This magazine plays Tetris

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Prep talk: JSerra's Godschoice Eboigbodin is impressing in two sports

The 6-foot-5, 260-pound junior defensive lineman in football also is impacting basketball games for the Lions.

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How loose social ties can help heal political division

Weak connections known as ‘bridge ties’ cross the boundaries that normally structure our lives. We must restore this connective tissue

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In Roob's Observations, just how young is the Eagles' offensive coaching staff?

We take a look at the nearly unprecedented youth of the Eagles’ offensive coaching staff, what Lane Johnson’s return means for this year’s draft.

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Which team do you hate the most?

For me this is an easy question. Anyone who has a vested interest in the Tampa Bay Rays success knows there’s one team whose presence looms over the franchise, and soon the new owners will seek to undo decades of damage when they build a stadium that shadows over big brother. Yes, I’m talking about […]

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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.

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‘GRWM’ to meet the governor: How Mass. politicians are turning to friendly influencers to spread their messages

Massachusetts politicians are increasingly embracing online creators to expand their reach beyond traditional press, including offering them one-on-one interviews or inviting them to events.

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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.

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Commentary: Eight candidates, four minutes to run for California governor. Ready, go!

Appearing before the Democratic faithful at the state party convention in San Francisco, hopefuls offered the whys and wherefores of their candidacies. There was a great deal of Trump bashing.

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Leaders in seasonal businesses must prepare for abundance, scarcity

Leadership is a craft. And in seasonal economies, it’s a craft shaped by tides, timing, and tenacity.

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A border district in Texas is flashing warning signs for Republicans in the midterms

We visited Alcazar and South Texas as part of our “All Over the Map” project, an effort to track elections and major issue debates through the eyes of experiences of everyday Americans. That there is good reason to visit speaks volumes about President Donald Trump’s midterm political troubles.

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LIVE: WSK Super Master Series - Round 3 in Viterbo

Follow live action from the third round of the Super Master Series in Viterbo

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‘Eye-watering numbers’: food producers sound alarm on rise in energy charges

Indoor growers warn April price jump will hinder sector’s competitiveness and drive up costs for consumers

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Brother Martin senior with meniscus tear makes sliding save that cliches title-game berth

Brother Martin defender Mateo Tuzzato has played the entire soccer season with a brace on his right knee because of a preseason meniscus tear that will require surgery.

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What To Expect From Hims & Hers Health’s (HIMS) Q4 Earnings

Telehealth company Hims & Hers Health (NYSE:HIMS) will be announcing earnings results this Monday after market close. Here’s what to look for.

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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

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Giles, Okorafor guide Wichita State past Temple 69-57

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) Kenyon Giles scored 27 points and Emmanuel Okorafor added a double-double to help Wichita State defeat Temple 69-57 on Saturday night.

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The Biggest New Fans of 401(k)s Are Small Businesses

Millions more small-business employees gained access to 401(k)-style retirement plans in recent years, a result in part of new types of plans like the pooled employer plan, or PEP.

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Creve Coeur Science Center conducts controlled fire to prairie

A controlled fire on Saturday afternoon shows how it can restore the native habitat of a prairie.

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Aurora sees low participation numbers for girls sports, Colorado city makes big move to change that

Aurora Parks Recreation and Open Space thinks getting girls into sports will strengthen the community.

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Trump withdraws endorsement of Colorado Rep. Jeff Hurd, cites 'lack of support' on tariffs

The president pulled his support from the Republican congressman after Hurd voted against Trump's tariffs on Canada.

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New Microsoft gaming CEO Asha Sharma says “hear you” to complaints about a lack of Xbox exclusives.

Over the last few years, Microsoft has been bringing its big exclusive franchises to rival platforms like PlayStation and Switch. Satya Nadella even said he wanted to “get rid of” console exclusives — that might not be a great move. But the new Xbox boss seems open to the idea that the console’s identity hinges on exclusives. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-21-at-4.17.14%E2%80%AFPM.png?quality=90&strip=all]

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ESPN NFL analyst has wild idea for Raiders/Cowboys trade

NFL analyst suggests huge Cowboys/Raiders trade.

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Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Feb. 22 #517

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Resilience Defined: The 49ers’ Most Valuable Contributors
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