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"Metropolis": the future on film
"Metropolis" (1927) shaped modern sci fi: futuristic cities, AI fears, class struggle. We explore the film’s influence and why it still shapes visions of the future today.
Ugandan torture survivor and UVM Health Network nurse faces uncertain future in Vermont
We’re digging deeper into the story of Steven Tendo, an asylum seeker living in Vermont who was detained by ICE, but has been released.
‘They transform spaces of care into instruments of state violence’
Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
Eagles met with Oklahoma standout WR at the NFL Combine
The Eagles face uncertainty at wide receiver with A.J. Brown's future unclear. They're scouting new talent at the NFL Combine.
Pioneering AI for Science: Why UT is a Digital Twin Powerhouse
After more than a decade of advances in AI, mathematics and supercomputing, UT is shaping the future of digital twins — bringing together researchers across campus to deploy physics‑informed, AI‑powered models for energy, healthcare, national security and natural hazard mitigation.
Hillary Clinton testifies she didn’t know Epstein
The former secretary of state said that she never met Epstein and was being used as a prop in ‘partisan political theater’
The Thrill of Science in 2042
The Thrill of Science in 2042: A science historian explains how science got its groove back. A fictional dispatch from the future.
President Donald Trump to host White House roundtable on future of college athletics
At least 35 prominent figures across college and professional sports have been invited to the March 6 meeting
Inherited diseases don't work like we thought they did
"Monogenic" diseases, triggered by mutations in just one gene, may actually be more complex than scientists thought.
AIPAC faces test of its power in Illinois primary as Democrats debate future of Israel relationship
The aggressive spending comes after AIPAC put $2 million into a recent Democratic primary for a special election in New Jersey, an effort that's widely considered to have backfired.
Engadget Podcast: Xbox's leadership shakeup and Samsung's Galaxy S26
This week, we're diving into the big changes at Xbox and what it all means for Microsoft's gaming future.
Between the Rock and a hard place: Gibraltar’s new post-Brexit rules
The UK government will hope that relaxing the land border between Gibraltar and Spain will clear up the ‘last major unresolved issue from Brexit’
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro vs Sony WF-1000XM6: how do the two flagship wireless earbuds compare?
Has Samsung closed the gap on the class leaders?
VENU President of Growth and Strategy Terri Liebler Featured on Billboard Finance 50 Panel Discussing the Future of Live Entertainment
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., February 27, 2026--Venu Holding Corporation ("VENU" or the "Company") (NYSE American: VENU), owner, operator, and developer of premium entertainment and hospitality destinations, today highlighted its participation in Billboard’s Finance 50 | Music & Money Dinner, held on January 27, 2026, in Los Angeles during the biggest week in music.
Are the Greens the real threat to Labour now?
Gorton and Denton by-election victory shows that ‘a Green vote is no longer a wasted vote’
Elon Musk warns Tesla employees over future of German megafactory
Elon Musk said that Tesla would "ideally" expand its only European gigafactory — with one condition.
Brilliance at Sector 6: Philip Ryan helps lead X-ray scattering for quantum science
Physicist Philip Ryan and his colleagues at Argonne National Laboratory utilize X-ray scattering and the upgraded Advanced Photon Source to shape the future of quantum science.
Jesse Jackson obituary: charismatic civil rights leader who ran for president
Jackson was a protégé of Martin Luther King Jr. before carving out his own place in the African-American struggle
Jalen Hurts' Eagles future: Is his job safe past 2026?
Jalen Hurts' Eagles future is under scrutiny after a recent ESPN article questioned his long-term job security
The question Joe Biden keeps asking: ‘You think we can actually come back from this?’
The line Joe Biden used to put into nearly every big speech — “I’ve never been more optimistic about America’s future” — is a long way from what he says in private now.
BMW Mistakenly Publishes The Names Of All 2027 Cars
The M2 xDrive and M350 are among them.
Science history: Carbon-14 is discovered, opening a window into past civilizations
Martin Kamen and Samuel Ruben's discovery of the radioactive isotope carbon-14 in 1940 helped usher in a new era of dating artifacts from past civilizations.
Sir John Curtice: Greens' win means future of British politics is more uncertain than ever
Not only did Hannah Spencer become the first Green to win a by-election, she won it well.
AIPAC faces test of its power in Illinois primary as Democrats debate future of Israel relationship
A crowded Democratic primary in Illinois is shaping up as the next test for the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, a powerful advocacy organization that has stirred anger and frustration while exacerbating tensions over the war in Gaza
The politics of no sympathy for ‘IS families’ | Back to Back Barries podcast
Tony Barry and Barrie Cassidy discuss the debate over the Australian women and children in a Syrian detention camp, One Nation's rising poll numbers and the future of the capital gains tax
President Trump to convene panel focused on future of college sports: Sources
The roundtable, scheduled for March 6, includes an invite list with dozens of important figures and sports celebrities.
Sources: Trump, college leaders to tackle issues at roundtable
Conference commissioners are expected to join sports celebrities and dignitaries on March 6 in a roundtable discussion with President Donald Trump about the future of college athletics, sources said.
How Dan Crenshaw’s feuds with Ted Cruz and MAGA threaten his political future
As GOP Rep. Dan Crenshaw and Sen. Ted Cruz prepared to board the same flight from Houston to Washington in recent months, the two famously brash Republicans had a tense exchange that now looms large over Crenshaw’s battle for political survival.
Android 17 beta 2 brings a new multitasking trick and cross-device handoff
Users can now turn any app into a floating bubble and manage them from a new taskbar bubble bar on large-screen devices.
Copilot just launched a to‑do list that completes itself, finally giving all of us professional procrastinators the productivity upgrade we absolutely did not earn but will gladly take
Copilot Tasks is a new AI feature that breaks down your task, creates a step by step process to complete that task on your behalf, and checks in when it needs your go‑ahead.
R.I. legislators take aim at private equity in health care
The legislation would create a “transparency and early warning” system that could potentially prevent private equity from buying up R.I. hospitals in the future.
Humans and Neanderthals interbred — but it was mostly male Neanderthals and female humans who coupled up, study finds
A preference for pairings between male Neanderthals and female Homo sapiens may answer the question of why there are "Neanderthal deserts" in human chromosomes.
Colts give QB Anthony Richardson permission to seek trade: 2023 top-five pick faces uncertain future
Richardson was drafted No. 4 overall by the Colts in 2023
Rubin Observatory alerts scientists to 800,000 new asteroids, exploding stars and other cosmic phenomena in just one night
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory sent scientists nearly 1 million astronomy alerts in one night, showing off changes in the sky. Eventually, the telescope is expected to reach 7 million alerts per night.
Partnership Leads to New Model for Building the Future of Themed Entertainment
UCF and AOA are launching a new scholars program to provide hands-on professional practice to themed experience graduate students.
The more you fear aging, the faster your body may age
Worrying about getting older—especially fearing future health problems—may actually speed up aging at the cellular level, according to new research from NYU. In a study of more than 700 women, those who felt more anxious about aging showed signs of faster biological aging in their blood, measured using cutting-edge “epigenetic clocks.” Fears about declining health had the strongest link, while concerns about beauty or fertility didn’t appear to have the same biological impact.
FAU’s College of Business Launches New MBA in Artificial Intelligence
Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business is launching a new MBA in Artificial Intelligence that will focus on preparing future business leaders to thrive in an economy transformed by AI.
How The Encompass Health (EHC) Story Is Shifting With New Targets And Assumptions
The latest update around Encompass Health centers on a US$3 lift in the price target, with the fair value figure holding at US$142.73 per share. Analysts linking this change to refreshed thinking on discount rates, growth assumptions, margins and future P/E views see the new target as better aligned with their current models. Others flag the reliance on those same inputs as a key risk. As you read on, you will see how this evolving analyst narrative might shape the way you track Encompass...
'Get back to integrity': Oklahoma's Kevin Stitt on Republicans after Trump
NPR's Steve Inskeep asks Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt about his spat with President Trump, immigration and the future of the Republican Party.
'Back to the Future' star Crispin Glover accused of battery and fraud in new lawsuit
A newly filed complaint accuses Crispin Glover of battery, fraud, malicious prosecution, and more, for allegedly pressuring a British model to 'serve him as a live in girlfriend/sex slave.'
Central Iowa families demand answers after sudden closure of Grimes sports facility
Families are left in shock after the sudden closure of Ignit Sports Facility in Grimes, raising concerns over lost payments and the future of their children's sports activities.
DLSS upscaling is coming to Fallout 4 on Nintendo Switch 2 in the future
Bethesda has confirmed that the Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition which launched yesterday on the Nintendo Switch 2 will eventually get DLSS. DLSS is a form of upscaling which should come in handy for…
11 Apple deals you can grab before Apple’s March event — iPads, AirPods and MacBooks
Upgrade your Apple tech for less
Kazakhstan plants tens of thousands of trees in giant effort to reintroduce tigers
Kazakhstan planted 37,000 seedlings and cuttings in South Balkhash last year to prepare for the return of its tigers, which disappeared more than 70 years ago.
FCC Launches Inquiry Into Broadcast Sports Rights
The Media Bureau is seeking comments on such issues as the shift of rights away from free-to-air broadcasts
House votes down Senate air safety legislation
The aviation safety bill would have required aircraft to carry advanced location tracking technology, which could have prevented last year’s deadly midair collision
Steelers now know when to expect Aaron Rodgers’ decision
The Steelers are one step closer to finding out Aaron Rodgers’ future.
Why your next AI investment depends on proving returns
Boards are demanding real AI results and ROI. Here's how leaders can prove value, secure future funding, and avoid getting stuck in pilot mode.
The Next Gen Of Scientists Can’t Save The World If We Don’t Train Them
NASA’s Artemis missions highlight a bigger challenge: Are U.S. schools preparing students with the scientific thinking skills needed for an AI-driven future?
Samsung Galaxy S26 launch live: S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra specs, Galaxy Buds 4, price, release date, and what is expected
Samsung is going to be launching its new devices today and we are closely following it all!
EU Nordic expansion: why would Iceland and Norway want in?
Trump’s tariffs and threats to seize Nato ally Greenland are fuelling support for joining the bloc, with its implied security as well as economic benefits
The brutal business of the NFL: Martin Emerson Jr. and J.O.K. face uncertain futures after Browns’ combine re
Andrew Berry's carefully worded comments at the NFL Combine cast serious doubt on whether either beloved Browns player will suit up for Cleveland again.
'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.
North Carolina businesses fall short in defense contracts
Last Thursday, I was at RTI International in RTP to hear Peter Singer talk about “The Story of the Future: What Trends Most Challenge National Security Leaders?” Singer, who grew up in Charlotte, has a doctorate from Harvard. He is Strategist and Senior Fellow at New America. He has been named by Defense News as […]
NASA study finds ancient life could survive 50 million years in Martian ice
Mars’ frozen ice caps may be time capsules for ancient life. Lab experiments show that key building blocks of proteins can survive tens of millions of years in pure ice, even under relentless cosmic radiation. Ice mixed with Martian-like soil, however, destroys organic material far more quickly. The findings point future missions toward drilling into clean, buried ice rather than studying rocks or dirt.
Chain Word: Can you crack our science word of the day puzzle?
You have six chances to guess our five letter word of the day. Can you figure it out and top the leaderboard?
Biohacking To Business Travel: Hospitality As Longevity Laboratory
Why hospitality may be the real longevity laboratory—how everyday business travel is redefining healthspan, wellbeing, and the future of the longevity economy.
Reproductive health providers targeted by Trump ask for additional state funding
In order to protect Maine’s reproductive health care system, which has lost millions in federal funding over the last year, lawmakers are considering legislation to provide additional state support to protect against future changes. The bill, LD 335, sponsored by Rep. Amy Kuhn (D-Falmouth), would provide an annual $5 million allocation. Maine Family Planning and […]
Commanders LB Bobby Wagner makes decision on his future
What will Bobby Wagner do in 2026? Does he have a future in Washington?
Chris Ballard addresses Michael Pittman's future with Colts
Indianapolis Colts' GM Chris Ballard addressed Michael Pittman's future with the team at the NFL combine.
Exclusive: Talking to new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and CCO Matt Booty — "This team has brought it back before, and I'm here to help us do it again."
As former Xbox CEO Phil Spencer prepares to exit, we caught up with incoming CEO Asha Sharma and newly promoted CCO Matt Booty to learn about what the future holds for Microsoft's gaming operation.
Trump’s detention empire
As reports mount of abuse and neglect in ICE detention centers, vast new facilities are in the works.
Greeley voters decide future of proposed entertainment district in special election
Greeley voters are weighing in on a proposed entertainment district that could significantly shape the city’s future.
Trump administration considers forcing banks to verify customers’ citizenship
The Trump administration is weighing a new requirement for US banks to verify citizenship information of current and future customers as part of the president’s aggressive immigration crackdown, sources told CNN.
Owners seek new future for popular Windham eatery
It could be the warmth of the company kept, or the small table in the corner that’s a favorite.
The future of Xbox is vague and contradictory, with just a glimmer of hope
What to make of new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma? What is Phil Spencer's legacy? And is there hope for Xbox's future under Microsoft?
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.
2026 NFL mock draft: Broncos make surprising 1st-round pick
The Broncos begin planning for the future in this 2026 NFL mock draft.
Obesity is linked to 1 in 10 deaths from infection worldwide — and scientists are still learning why
A new study finds that people with obesity are more likely to be hospitalized with or die from severe infections.
Could pro hockey anchor Phoenix's entertainment district?
At a panel discussion hosted by the Urban Land Institute, sports and real estate leaders discussed the future of downtown Phoenix.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 live: Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26, Galaxy Buds 4 and more
We're hoping for a couple of special surprises
Cubs BCB After Dark: Who is the dark horse outfielder?
The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks which NRI outfielder has the brightest future in Chicago?
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.
Shrouded Sky - Patch Notes 1.17.0
ARC Raiders is a multiplayer extraction adventure, set in a lethal future earth, ravaged by a mysterious mechanized threat known as ARC.
2,800-year-old mass grave of women and children discovered in Serbia reveals 'brutal, deliberate and efficient' violence
An analysis of a mass grave found in northern Serbia is revealing new information about violence in Early Iron Age Europe.
Letter: Missouri’s ‘business climate’ and the future of our communities
A Springfield business owner recently received a "business climate survey." He writes that businesses depend on strong public services and communities.
Backing VENU’s Disruptive Vision for Future of Live Entertainment
Niall Horan and Dierks Bentley coming on as shareholders of VENU
Backing VENU’s Disruptive Vision for Future of Live Entertainment
Niall Horan and Dierks Bentley Joining Venu as Shareholders
Winter sports' future hinges on the climate
Expert says winter sports' growth will rely on climate change.
‘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
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye Sporting CP defender, Ben White future uncertain
Ben White could leave Arsenal this summer, while Luka Modric is reportedly open to returning home to Croatia. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Call for Jersey politicians to prioritise future generations
Deputy says some current policy decisions are stacking up problems for the future.
Chiefs Kingdom gets worrying future update on star RB
This is what most people thought would happen.
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
Once believed impossible, scientists manage to transform lead into gold
For a trillionth of a second, lead became gold in CERN’s collider. The fleeting transformation may shape the future of high-energy physics.
Unpacking Future Packers: No. 65, Oklahoma DT Gracen Halton
Up next in the Unpacking Future Packers Countdown is Oklahoma defensive tackle Gracen Halton.
Apple's rumored new MacBook sounds like a nightmare for budget Windows laptops
A cheaper entry point into the Apple ecosystem
'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.
Jodi's Journal: Smithfield story sets stage for Sioux Falls' future
In this week's column, Jodi breaks down the biggest business news story in recent Sioux Falls history.
Ultrafast quantum chemistry engine could speed up the development of new medicines and materials
The powerful software can reduce the time needed to simulate reactions with large molecules from weeks to just minutes.
Supreme Court conservatives were united against Biden. Here’s why they split against Trump.
The spirited back-and-forth may explain why the tariffs case took months for the court to resolve, and it exposed rifts that could prove meaningful for Trump as well as future presidents.
Rare 'planetary parade' will return to the evening sky this week — but you'll have to look at exactly the right time
Six planets will shine together in the evening sky on Feb. 28. Here's how to get the best view before they disappear.
Anti-Trump Republicans Face Divisions and an Uncertain Future
Divisions over what and who should come next were evident as G.O.P. critics of the president, weakened in their party, gathered at a summit near Washington.
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