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Will Google Become Our AI-Powered Central Planner?
Google may monopolize the market for AI consumer services. And now it is now rolling out a service to help businesses set prices, based on what it knows about us. The failure of antitrust was costly.
A woman and her husband saved $20,000 living in her parents' basement
Caroline Navarrete's parents bought a home and transformed the finished basement into an apartment for their daughter and her husband.
Tensions remain high in Minnesota as ACLU files lawsuit and Trump threatens Insurrection Act
Minnesota governor Tim Walz urges president to ‘stop this campaign of retribution’ as he threatens to deploy military
Duncan Lutz Named Director Of Sports Performance - University of Georgia Athletics
ATHENS, Ga.------ Duncan Lutz has been named director of sports performance for the Georgia Bulldog baseball program, Ike Cousins head coach Wes Johnson anno...
Are our bodies full of microplastics or not? There’s a way to resolve this debate, and scientists must hurry
This week’s furore is microplastics researchers’ ozone moment. If they fail, the powerful plastics lobby will step into the breach, says science journalist and author Debora MacKenzie
Why is Sweetgreen's business wilting?
Sweetgreen, the Los Angeles-based salad and lunch bowl chain, reported a same-store sales decline of 9.5% in November.
Top two executives at City & Guilds placed on leave
Pair will be absent ‘for short period’ from vocational trainer, whose charity is under investigation by Charity Commission
Shadow minister replacing Robert Jenrick says Tories ‘let down’ the country in government
The new shadow justice secretary Nick Timothy said he was ‘sorry’ for how the Conservatives ‘handled certain things in those last few years’ in power
10 breakthrough technologies to expect in 2026 : Short Wave
Wanna know where tech is headed this year? MIT Technology Review has answers. They compile an annual list called "10 Breakthrough Technologies". Today, host Regina G. Barber speaks with executive editor Amy Nordrum about the list, and they get into everything from commercial space stations and base-edited babies to batteries that could make electric vehicles even more green. We also do a lightning round of honorable mentions you won't want to miss out on!Check out the full list from MIT Technology Review.Interested in more science? Check out our episode on last year’s top 10 technologies to watch and our episode on building structures in space.Email us your questions at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited and fact-checked by Rebecca Ramirez. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.
Bon Secours expands East End small-business grant program to Shockoe Bottom
The health system's Supporting East End Entrepreneurship Development (SEED) program, which provides grants to East End-based small businesses, was recently expanded to include the Shockoe Bottom area and also includes the Nine Mile Road and 25th Street corridor in Church Hill and the Fulton area.
Sports quiz of the week: Michael Carrick, Masters and Morocco v Senegal
Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, snooker, tennis, cricket, motor racing and futsal?
AI will transform the ‘human job’ and enhance skills, says science minister
Patrick Vallance says robots would take away ‘repetitive’ tasks, but Sadiq Khan warns AI will usher in ‘new era of mass unemployment’
BP accused of ‘insidious’ influence on UK education through Science Museum links
Campaigners claim firm has bought sway over the teaching of science, technology, engineering and maths
Is Trump regretting his battle with the Fed?
This week, Jonathan Freedland speaks to the economist Heather Boushey about why a fight with Wall Street might be one the president regrets
Dodgers agree to terms with 22 International amateur free agents
LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers had themselves a busy first day of the International signing period, as they inked 22 international free agents, including four of the Top 100 international prospects in Baseball America's rankings.
‘Absolutely no detail’: experts alarmed as Trump unveils healthcare plan
Months after Trump boasted of ‘concepts of a plan’, framework offers few specifics – and could stall in Congress
2026 World Baseball Classic Caps Unveiled for All 20 Countries
The hats for all 20 countries in the 2026 World Baseball Classic were unveiled on Thursday. Take a look!
TBICoE Education Series: Performance Nutrition After TBI
This TBICoE virtual training examines the critical role of nutrition, supplementation, and gut health in optimizing recovery and performance following TBI. Participants will learn how specific diets and evidence-based supplements can help heal the brain, lower inflammation, and improve thinking and energy.
Official | France schedule two friendly games before 2026 World Cup
France have scheduled two games before flying to their 2026 World Cup base camp in Boston, Massachusetts, the French FA has confirmed. The games will take place on Thursday, June 4 and Monday, June 8....
AI as a life coach: experts share what works, what doesn’t and what to look out for
It’s becoming more common for people to use AI chatbots for personal guidance – but this doesn’t come without risks
Redefine Breaking and Entering in GTA Online’s New Mansion Raid
Flex your combat skills in one of Los Santos' bougiest zip codes in Mansion Raid. Use heavy-duty weaponry and explosives to infiltrate a luxury property and make a multi-stage descent to the basement vault to extract the gold — or fend off the would-be...
CineBlock Launches Entertainment Investment Marketplace, Opening Film and Media Ownership to Everyday Fans
LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 15, 2026 / CineBlock, a U.S.-based financial technology company, has launched CineBlock Films™, its SEC-approved investment marketplace, this month. The platform will allow fans and retail investors to take ...
US health officials reverse course and reinstate $1.9bn to mental health and substance use
Health department unexpectedly announced nearly $2bn in program cuts Tuesday before rolling back decision
Has Joe Rogan fully soured on Trump’s presidency?
With a huge audience and serving as an avatar for millions of centrist Americans, Rogan compares ICE raids to Gestapo
Are refs behind the NBA's sudden scoring decline?
In today's edition: Harbaugh to the Giants, the NBA's sudden scoring decline, the 100th Grand Slam of the century, highest-paid athletes of 2025, Yahoo Fantasy Baseball is here, and more.
US sports say parity is essential for success. The Premier League proves that’s untrue
There are no salary caps, no aprons, and no luxury taxes, yet the world’s most-watched soccer league is only getting more balanced
Trump to meet Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel peace laureate Maria Corina Machado later
Trump and his top advisers have previously hinted at their willingness to work with acting president Delcy Rodríguez
More than 20 England council elections likely to be delayed until 2027
Third of councils affected by overhaul from two-tier to unitary authorities ask for postponement
UK economy grew by 0.3% in November despite uncertainty over Reeves’s budget
ONS says GDP expanded in news that is unlikely to deter Bank of England from making more interest rate cuts
UK GDP report to show if economy returned to growth in November
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
The U-turns keep coming – but Starmer’s allies insist they’re his best hope of revival
Prime minister wants cabinet ministers to move on from policies that have tanked with voters
Unlocking the secrets of dreams and nightmares
Ian Sample puts listeners’ questions on dreams and nightmares to Dr Michelle Carr, director of the Dream Engineering Laboratory in Montreal’s Centre for Advanced Research in Sleep Medicine, and author of the new book Into the Dream Lab
BSD YouTube Show: Grading The Roster Reset
While there are still some more moves to come, a large portion of Penn State’s roster is set that we have a decent idea of who will be making up much of the depth chart in 2026. We grade Penn State based on how it did retaining the holdovers, getting Iowa State players, and getting […]
The Ricoh GR IV Monochrome Will Cost an Extra $700
The GR IV Monochrome costs $2,199.95. That’s $700 more than the base model, which represents a 46% price increase.
Good Business Still There For Saks: Singer
Saks Global has filed for bankruptcy, in an effort to restructure its debt and stabilize the business after mounting losses. Mortimer Singer, managing partner at Traub Capital Partners, believes Saks still has valuable assets, including a loyal high-net-worth customer base, strong flagship New York stores and the e-commerce business. He speaks with Scarlet Fu "Bloomberg Markets." (Source: Bloomberg)
UCR awarded $4 million for civic engagement science initiative
UCR's School of Public Policy has received a $4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to fund a four-year initiative aimed at improving civic engagement and public policy discourse with a focus on science-based policies.
Why $100 million in endorsements says Shohei Ohtani is the global face of sport
In 2025, the athlete making the most money from sponsorships and endorsements is a baseball player: the Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani, of course.
‘People will die’: Trump administration cancels up to $1.9bn for substance use and mental health
Funding to end immediately for up to 2,800 grantees of US agency that serves thousands seeking help and in recovery
What a Wolf Pup’s Stomach Revealed About the Woolly Rhino’s Extinction
Scientists prepared a high-quality sequence of the giant mammal’s genome based on a specimen preserved in Siberian permafrost.
Gemini's new beta feature provides proactive responses based on your photos, emails, and more
Personal Intelligence is off by default, as users have the option to choose if and when they want to connect their Google apps to Gemini.
How Prediction-Based Apps Are Blending Entertainment and Technology
Entertainment habits continue to evolve as audiences look for experiences that feel more interactive and connected. Prediction-based apps sit at the center of that shift, combining live entertainment with responsive technology to keep users involved in real time rather than on the sidelines. These platforms fit naturally into everyday media routines. They blend live events, […]
CyrusOne Announces Robert Johnson as New Chief Business Officer
DALLAS, January 14, 2026--Dallas-based CyrusOne, a leading global data center developer and operator, today announced that Robert Johnson has joined the company as Chief Business Officer.
Samsung upgrades 2 budget Galaxy phones to January 2026 security patch
Samsung has upgraded two more Galaxy devices to the January 2026 security patch. These two devices are the Galaxy M53 and Galaxy A06 4G. The update improves system security and stability to provide a better Galaxy experience. The Galaxy A06 4G has received the January 2026 security patch based on One UI 8 in Thailand, […]
Social media time does not increase teenagers’ mental health problems
UK study comes as ministers consider Australia’s ban on social media use for under-16s
NFL Playoffs QB Rankings: Who Do You Trust Most?
Just two QBs still playing have reached a Super Bowl. Two others are seeking their first playoff win. We rank all eight based on how much we trust them.
Julio Iglesias faces claims female staff were told to have sexual health tests, say reports
Spanish singer, 82, had already been accused of sexually assaulting two female former employees
Marvel Rivals - The Super Hero Team-based PVP Shooter
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Supreme court could issue ruling on legal challenge to Trump’s tariffs today
A supreme court ruling is expected later today, though it is unclear what it will be
Signal’s founder is taking on ChatGPT — here’s why the ‘truly private AI’ can’t leak your chats
Built on hardware-based encryption, Confer ensures your words stay yours
States Race To Launch Rural Health Transformation Plans
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on how the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services judged the “quality” of their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing "Make America Healthy Again" initiatives.
Tories and Lib Dems criticise Starmer’s ‘spinelessness’ after U-turn on digital ID
Ministers have rolled back central element of digital ID plans, possibly allowing people to use other forms of identification to prove their right to work
New Galaxy S26 series rumor brings some much-needed good news for Samsung's 'base' flagship
Previously expected to match its predecessor in a key department, the "vanilla" Galaxy S26 is now tipped for a major upgrade.
What Live Nation Entertainment (LYV)'s Earnings Beat but Revenue Miss Means For Shareholders
In the past few days, Live Nation Entertainment reported quarterly results that exceeded analysts’ adjusted operating income estimates but fell short on revenue and event volume expectations, prompting a mixed reaction from the market. At the same time, analysts remained divided, with some reaffirming positive views based on continued demand for live events while others downgraded the stock amid ongoing concerns about the Ticketmaster business. We’ll now look at how this adjusted operating...
Trump says JP Morgan boss ‘wrong’ over Fed defence; Miliband hails record windfarm auction
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
Royal Society president reignites Elon Musk row by defending lack of action
Society should only eject fellows for fraud or other defects in their research, says Paul Nurse
Trinity Health to cut 10% of billing jobs
The Livonia-based health system is outsourcing billing and coding positions to an external partner as it faces low reimbursement rates and rising costs for underinsured patients.
The five new gadgets I tried and loved at CES 2026 (that you can buy right now)
From smartglasses to nano phone chargers, these futuristic products from the Consumer Electronics Show are available right away
Prof. Dorit Reiss Wins National Award for Distinguished Service in Health Law - UC Law San Francisco (Formerly UC Hastings)
Professor Dorit Reiss, who brings legal expertise to public health debates, has received a national award for her lasting contributions to the field as a scholar, policy adviser, and mentor. Faculty Who Lead: Dorit Reiss Professor Dorit Reiss receives the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the AALS Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care. She is a leading expert on vaccine law, advising policymakers and providing expert analysis to journalists. Reiss mentors future health law scholars and combats misinformation online through evidence-based public education. Professor Dorit Reiss, a leading voice on vaccine law and policy, has won a national award recognizing her contributions to health law. She received the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care. Presented at the AALS Annual Meeting in January, the award honors sustained service to public health and the health law academy through advocacy, public education, and mentorship. In presenting the award, Professor Doron Dorfman of Seton Hall Law School, chair-elect of the AALS Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care, described Reiss as “a committed public health advocate who has used her expertise to influence vaccine policy, research, and practice at both the state and federal levels for nearly two decades.” Reiss leads a widely read vaccine law listserv that provides real-time updates on litigation, regulatory developments, advisory committee proceedings, and public comment opportunities. The resource has become an important tool for lawyers, scholars, journalists, and public health professionals tracking fast-moving developments in vaccine policy. Her service extends to policymaking as well. She has supported vaccine-related legislation in California, testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on vaccine mandates and non-medical exemptions, and serves on the Parent Advisory Board of Voices for Vaccines, a parent-led organization focused on reducing vaccine-preventable disease. Dorfman also highlighted Reiss’ active role in robust debates over vaccine safety and related laws and policies. “She directly engages misinformation by responding to anti-vaccination claims on social media with careful, evidence-based rebuttals,” Dorfman said. As federal vaccine policy undergoes significant change, Reiss has become a trusted source for major national news outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and CNN, which regularly seek her expert analysis on new policies and decisions. Dorfman noted that Reiss is widely respected for her mentorship of health law faculty and scholars. “She is consistently generous with her time—approachable, willing to provide feedback, and a mentor to many in the field, including myself,” he said. At UC Law SF, Reiss brings the spirit of public service into the classroom, helping students understand how legal frameworks translate into real-world public health outcomes. She holds the James Edgar Hervey ’50 Chair of Litigation, a position that recognizes faculty excellence in the field of litigation. The Distinguished Service Award highlights her sustained commitment to evidence-based vaccine policy, public education, and mentorship during a pivotal time for public health law.
Northwestern baseball 2026 position previews: newcomers
Ben Greenspan’s overhaul that may alter the trajectory of the program in the coming years.
Unpacking All the Samsung Galaxy S26 Rumors: Cameras, Pricing, Specs, More
S26 leaks include Samsung potentially ditching the Edge, Perplexity AI integration, and better Qi2 wireless charging compatibility. Based on our experience, here's what we expect in early 2026.
FortiOS and FortiSwitchManager Vulnerability Allows Remote Arbitrary Code Execution
Fortinet has disclosed a critical heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability (CWE-122) in the cw_acd daemon of FortiOS and FortiSwitchManager.
UK announces ‘full and further sanctions’ amid Iran killings and arrests
Sanctions to target finance, energy, transport, software and other significant industries, Yvette Cooper tells MPs
Medical Groups Will Try to Block Childhood Vaccine Recommendations
The groups, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, say the C.D.C.’s revised vaccine schedule is not based on scientific evidence and will harm the public.
An icy swim and luscious lupins– readers’ best photographs
A selection of Guardian readers’ photographs from around the world
10 high-paying jobs where job seekers can 'get hired and thrive'
Several healthcare jobs were among the top on Indeed's new list of the best jobs, which is based on postings and wage growth, and other factors.
US supreme court considers state bans on transgender athletes in school sports
Court to hear oral arguments in two cases brought by trans students challenging laws in West Virginia and Idaho, in major LGBTQ+ rights battle
World Baseball Classic: Predicting the Team USA lineup
How will Mark DeRosa organize his star-studded roster?
Home Office TikTok account posting deportation footage accused of turning ‘brutality into clickbait’
Video of raids and migrant arrests shared by profile with slogan ‘restoring order and control to our borders’
‘A perfect, wild storm’: widely loathed datacenters see little US political opposition
Issue dubbed ‘great unifier’ but Republicans and Democrats are instead jockeying for big tech’s financial favor
Donald Trump says ‘we’re screwed’ if supreme court rejects global trade tariffs
President says ‘it would be a complete mess’ if the supreme court rules against tariffs, with decision expected as soon as Wednesday
40 years on, did Proposition 48 protect US college sports – or punish Black athletes?
When the NCAA tied eligibility to standardized test scores in 1986, hundreds of recruits were barred from competition. But its legacy is still a subject of debate
Circinus Galaxy Zoom
This zoom-in video shows the location of the Circinus galaxy on the sky. It begins with a ground-based photo of the constellation Circinus by the late astrophotographer Akira Fujii. The video closes in on the Circinus galaxy, using views from the Digitized Sky Survey and the Dark...
Home Office says illegal-working raids and arrests at record level
Almost 9,000 people arrested and over 1,000 deported in 2025, Home Office says
Oil hits two-month high as Trump threatens Iran’s trading partners, and warns ‘we’re screwed’ if supreme court blocks tariffs
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Trump says countries doing business with Iran face 25% tariff on US trade
How to sleep well in 2026
Ian Sample puts listener questions on sleep to Dr Allie Hare, consultant physician in respiratory and sleep medicine at Guy’s and St Thomas’ hospitals and president of the British Sleep Society
Trump says countries doing business with Iran face 25% tariff on US trade
President posts online as US weighs response to situation in Iran, which is major facing anti-government protests
Supreme Court weighs states' power to set sex-based rules in school sports
Supreme Court hears oral arguments Tuesday in cases that could determine whether states can ban transgender athletes from girls' and women's sports teams.
Meta changes review system with 'stronger rewards for top performers'
Meta's new Checkpoint program restructures worker ratings and incentives, rewarding top performers with up to 300% of their base bonuses.
How to watch ‘Off Campus,’ coming soon to Prime Video
Dive into the world of college hockey romance as this new series based on the best-selling books follows an elite team and the complex relationships that shape their lives.
American Rheumatology and Galvanic Health Announce Strategic Partnership to Empower Independent Rheumatology Practices
American Rheumatology Network (ARN), the leading group purchasing and practice support organization dedicated to empowering independent, community-based rheumatology practices, today announced a new strategic partnership with Galvanic Health, a healthcare analytics and consulting firm that transforms practice data into actionable insights.
F.D.A. Decisions on Abortion Pill Were Based on Science, New Analysis Finds
A study of more than 5,000 pages of agency documents on mifepristone over 12 years found that agency leaders almost always followed the evidence-based recommendations of scientists.
Republican senator vows to block all Fed nominations after DoJ investigates Powell
Thom Tillis says he would oppose any nominee, including upcoming chair vacancy, ‘until legal matter is fully resolved’
The first political storm of 2026: Trump’s misadventure in Venezuela
The Trump administration’s invasion of Venezuela was based on false pretenses, and could lead to another costly and disastrous “forever” war.
Industrial parks: The County’s massive business park offers ‘promising’ outlook
Loring, which is on a former Air Force base, is Maine’s largest business park by size, with 8,700 acres, and is a key piece of Aroostook County’s place in the region’s larger economy.
Legislative Session preview: Shevrin Jones prioritizes fleet of people-focused proposals
His priorities range from ensuring continuity in health care and banning discrimination based on hairstyles to protecting schoolchildren from violence.
Palworld is getting an official card game this summer
Pocketpair has announced Palworld Official Card Game, which is, yes, an official card game based on the developer's monster catching survival game, Palworld.
‘Hundreds more’ ICE agents due in Minnesota after killing of Renee Good
Kristi Noem says that more officers are being deployed amid protests in several cities
People put off giving CPR by unrealistic TV depictions, researchers say
Most dramas show characters searching for pulse and giving breaths but experts say chest compressions on their own can save lives
Tech secretary to make statement over X’s sexualised AI images
Liz Kendall had previously said that Ofcom must act ‘in days, not weeks’ after Grok merely made picture service available to paid subscribers
JD Sports plans to let shoppers buy through AI platforms
Retailer to allow ‘one-click purchases’ through assistants such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, beginning in US
Dollar weakens after US prosecutors launch criminal investigation into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
The Golden Globes ceremony ignored politics. But their big winner taps today’s unhappy turbulence
One Battle After Another engages with the tense climate of the second Trump administration unlike any other contender
Starwatch: Behold Taurus, the Babylonian bull of heaven
Recorded in cave drawings as far back as 1000BC, this is one of the oldest zodiacal constellations to be recognised in its modern form
Lending to small businesses and low-income areas must expand, say Labour backbenchers
Senior politicians have tabled bill that would force UK banks to make affordable finance more accessible
The friendship secret: why socialising could help you live longer
Neuroscientist Ben Rein is on a mission to show that being around others not only feels good, but can even improve recovery from strokes, cancer and heart attacks. So why are so many of us isolated and glued to our phones?
Powell says the Fed received DOJ subpoenas
"This is about whether the Fed will be able to continue to set interest rates based on evidence and economic conditions," Powell said on Sunday.
49ers vs. Eagles: Brock Purdy, San Francisco dethrone Philly on late fourth-quarter TD drive
The Eagles’ season ends in a massive disappointment, but it couldn’t have been too surprising based on how inconsistent they had been.
SNHU Launches Innovative 3-Year Business Degree as Part of New Campus-Based Program Expansion
Your future. Your terms. See why thousands choose SNHU.
Western Pacific Region achieves milestone: 19 countries complete comprehensive health information system assessments
The Health Information and Digital Health (HID) unit in the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific has successfully supported 19 countries, covering 99% of the Region’s population, to conduct comprehensive health information system (HIS) assessments, surpassing the regional target of 15 set for 2025 and advancing efforts toward universal health coverage. Using SCORE, a technical package of essential interventions, recommended actions, tool and resources developed by WHO and partners to address challenges in meeting HIS needs, these assessments systematically assess health data availability and quality, enabling countries to monitor trends, identify and respond to emerging health challenges, and improve policies and programmes for healthier families, communities and societies. The first round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2019-2021 in 14 countries in the Region and over 130 countries globally. The second round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2024-2025.SCORE assessments are a key priority identified by Member States and WHO at all levels, including within WHO-Country/Multi-Country Cooperation Strategies, the Regional Vision Weaving Health for Families, Communities and Societies in the Western Pacific Region (2025–2029), and the WHO Fourteenth General Programme of Work (GPW 14, 2025–2028). Within the Regional Vision, implementing SCORE assessments is a key action for technology and innovation to advance health equity (strand 5).The SCORE for Health Data technical package is based on five key interventions, represented by the acronym SCORE. Interventions S, C and O focus on strengthening core data sources. Survey (S) covers population-based health surveys, surveillance systems and censuses, including their capacity to monitor health-related SDGs. Count (C) focuses on birth, death and cause of death registration as parts of a functional CRVS system. Optimize (O) addresses routine health service data and key health service inputs such as health financing and health workforce.Interventions R and E focus on data use for action. Review (R) examines regular analytical reviews of health sector progress and performance, together with national analytical capacity. Enable (E) looks at the policy, governance, and digital foundations needed to support effective data use.The Western Pacific Region shows relatively strong performance in the Review (R) and Count (C) interventions. Most countries in the Region demonstrate good analytical reporting and institutional capacity for analysis and learning. More than two-thirds of countries show more mature CRVS systems, driven by improvements in birth and death registration. However, medical certification of cause-of-death remains a key gap, with limited or low coverage in over half of countries in the Region.Performance under the Survey (S) intervention is mixed. While surveillance systems are generally strong, several countries in the Region continue to face challenges in implementing their surveys and censuses. Monitoring health-related SDGs is still a challenge for more than a third of countries in the Region.The greatest challenges are observed in the Optimize (O) and Enable (E) interventions. More than half of countries have lower maturity levels in routine health service and resource systems. Two-thirds of countries also face challenges with effective use of data and evidence for policy and action, largely due to gaps in digital infrastructure, governance and legislation for health data systems, and especially in data and sharing.  As part of the SCORE methodology, multi-stakeholder consultations and validation workshops were conducted in many countries to review findings and plan strategies for HIS strengthening. The HID unit continues to provide targeted support to facilitate dialogue and assist countries in developing HIS improvement plans. These plans guide governments and partners to align investments and coordinate efforts for maximum impact.WHO also assists countries with tailored technical support to address key gaps as requested by countries/national health authorities. SCORE assessments should be conducted periodically to monitor progress in HIS strengthening, although progress across addressing gaps identified in SCORE should be continually tracked as countries implement improvements.Additional countries will be supported to implement SCORE in 2026. The Regional Vision delivery-for-impact target, endorsed by Member States, is for all countries and areas to have implemented SCORE assessments and have an increased SCORE index by 2029 while WHO is aiming for 80% of Member States in the Region to conduct round two assessments. Countries yet to complete assessments are therefore encouraged to contact the HID unit at the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific for tailored support.The implementation of SCORE HIS assessments in the Western Pacific Region was supported by The Gates Family Foundation.