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Encompass Health recognized for corporate excellence on Fortune and Forbes 2026 lists
Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC), the nation's largest owner and operator of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, today announced it has been named to the Fortune 2026 World's Most Admired Companies list and the Forbes 2026 America's Best Companies list. These distinctions underscore the Company's continued excellence in patient care, corporate culture and long-term performance.
Ideal Power Business Update Webcast Call on February 26, 2026
/PRNewswire/ -- Ideal Power Inc. (Nasdaq: IPWR) ("Ideal Power," the "Company," "we," "us" or "our"), developer and provider of its innovative and widely...
Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro Coming in 2026 With Dynamic Island and Redesigned macOS Controls
The rumored touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro that Apple has in development will adopt the iPhone's Dynamic Island and a hole-punch camera, reports Bloomberg. The Dynamic Island will replace the notch, leaving more available screen space for content. As with the iPhone's Dynamic Island, the Mac Dynamic Island will be interactive and it will contextually expand based on the app or Mac feature in use. Apple is updating macOS to make it more touch friendly.
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.
Buss: When 'health education' expands to sex, lines blur
The real issue isn’t whether Michigan has separated sex education from general health ed on paper — it has.
How one AI company is helping businesses navigate Trump’s new tariff chaos following the Supreme Court ruling
Plus Anthropic accuses Chinese AI rivals of using Claude's answers to train their own models
Abigail Spanberger to Give Democratic Response to Trump’s Address
Abigail Spanberger, the newly elected governor of Virginia, was chosen to deliver her party’s response to President Trump’s State of the Union address.
Tommy Nelson announces new fiction series from Global Entertainment Stars Dude Perfect
NASHVILLE, Tenn., February 24, 2026--Tommy Nelson, an imprint of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, announced today a new middle grade fiction series from internet icons and leading sports entertainment company, Dude Perfect, known for their viral trick shots, epic battles, and wide-ranging family entertainment. Aimed at readers ages 8-12, the Dude Perfect + Panda series brings the beloved Dude Perfect personalities to middle school for new adventures featuring tricks, flips, fist bumps, and mo
Paramount bets that politics, price will win it Warner Bros.
David Ellison’s new bid puts the media scion back in the running for a company that should have been his from the start.
Opioid Overdose Deaths: National Trends and Variation by Demographics and States
Opioid overdose deaths fell sharply from 2023 to 2024 (79,358 to 54,045), driven largely by decreases in fentanyl-involved deaths. Even after these declines, deaths remained above 2019, the year before opioid deaths increased sharply during the pandemic.
Tepper Sports & Entertainment unveils plans for immersive experience center ahead of Bank of America Stadium renovations
Lowe’s Becomes the Official Stadium Renovation Partner of Bank of America Stadium
Tepper Sports & Entertainment unveils plans for immersive experience center ahead of Bank of America Stadium renovations
Lowe’s Becomes the Official Stadium Renovation Partner of Bank of America Stadium
Statewide alert: Unlicensed company selling health coverage in Tennessee
Tennesseans shopping for health coverage are being urged to pause before signing up.State officials are warning consumers that LifeX Research Corporation is not
Who is Abigail Spanberger? New governor giving the SOTU rebuttal
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger is giving the Democratic response to Trump's State of the Union. Learn more about her background.
FedEx joins other U.S. companies, seeks a full refund after Trump tariffs are ruled illegal
FedEx said in a filing with the U.S. Court of International Trade that they have "suffered injury" from having to pay the tariffs
Self-defense company finds major benefits after moving manufacturing from overseas to US
Byrna Technologies CEO Bryan Ganz moved manufacturing from South Africa to Indiana before President Donald Trump's tariffs, saying the company "correctly surmised" onshoring benefits.
The big market rotation may lead to gains in this health care name. Trading it with options
Nishant Pant breaks down this bull call spread.
Oura launches a proprietary AI model focused on women's health
The model supports questions spanning the full reproductive health spectrum, from early menstrual cycles through menopause.
Oura launches a proprietary AI model focused on women's health
The model supports questions spanning the full reproductive health spectrum, from early menstrual cycles through menopause.
‘I considered starting over as a farmer’: Masao Adachi on political cinema, revolution and Japan today
The director and ex-Japanese Red Army militant discusses his new film Escape, about the anarchist fugitive Satoshi Kirishima, the frustrations of radical film-making and progressive politics
Ambitious Des Moines company cuts goals as it misses jobs benchmarks
OpenLoop Health started with big goals. Now it's backing down on incentive contracts with city, state as it falls short on local job creation.
Anthropic touts new AI tools weeks after legal plug-in spurred market rout
Artificial intelligence lab Anthropic on Tuesday unveiled 10 new ways for business customers to plug in its technology to key areas of their work, weeks after other releases sparked an aggressive selloff of traditional software company shares.
Speaker Mike Johnson invites Louisiana business leader to State of Union
Trott Hunt said President Trump's policies advanced by the Republican Congress have driven expansion for his company and clients.
Why Savannah Bananas Are Expanding Their ESPN Deal
The Savannah Bananas will have 25 games air on ESPN platforms in 2026, including the baseball entertainment team's ABC debut.
Story Health by Innovaccer Partners with Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute To Launch Virtual Heart Failure Management Program
SAN FRANCISCO, February 24, 2026--Innovaccer Inc., a leading healthcare AI company, today announced a strategic partnership with Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute’s Center for Healthcare Delivery Innovation to expand access to guideline-directed heart failure management across Minnesota and western Wisconsin. By using Story Health, Innovaccer’s virtual specialty care and patient monitoring platform, Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute will extend continuous Guideline-Directed Medic
Clemson Data Science Students Help Ohio Energy Company Tackle Environmental Risk and Workforce Gaps
The need aligned with the applied learning mission of Clemson’s M.S. DSA program. The program, housed in the Department of Management within the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business, is an online degree developed cooperatively by Clemson’s School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences and Department of Management.
Raymond James double upgrades this auto parts distribution ahead of planned business separation
Raymond James sees shares of Genuine Parts Company rallying 25% from here.
Meta and AMD agree to blockbuster chip deal
Meta has agreed to buy 6 gigawatts' worth of AMD's artificial intelligence chips, the companies said on Tuesday.
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.
Japanese Comedy Hit 'You Laugh You Lose' Goes Global With Banijay
Banijay Entertainment acquires global format rights to Yoshimoto's Japanese no-laughing endurance comedy 'You Laugh You Lose.'
AMC Entertainment Holdings (AMC) Posts Q4 Loss That Challenges Bullish Margin Narratives
AMC Entertainment Holdings (AMC) just posted its FY 2025 numbers with Q4 revenue of US$1,288.3 million, a basic EPS loss of US$0.25, and net income excluding extra items showing a loss of US$127.4 million, while trailing 12 month figures sit at US$4.8 billion of revenue, a basic EPS loss of US$1.34, and a net loss of US$632.4 million. Over recent quarters, the company has seen quarterly revenue move from US$862.5 million in Q1 2025 to between roughly US$1.3 billion and US$1.4 billion through...
POLITICO Expands to Australia
Expansion to Indo-Pacific is part of POLITICO’s commitment to linking global power centers
Exclusive: Handl Health raises $14.2M for health plan AI
As self-insured employers navigate price increases, the company is aiming to offer customers more customization.
Guala Closures buys Vinventions’ screwcap production business
The move enhances the company’s supply capabilities for the US wine and spirits’ sector.
What to expect from Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s State of the Union response
Abigail Spanberger is less known for her oratory than for drilling down into the work of government.
Robert Carradine, actor in ‘Revenge of the Nerds’ and ‘Lizzie McGuire,’ dies at 71
Robert Carradine, the actor known for his roles in “The Long Riders,” “Revenge of the Nerds” and the television series “Lizzie McGuire,” has died at 71, according to his management company.
Gossip: Reds consider Szoboszlai-Rodrygo swap deal
Liverpool could consider a swap deal with Real Madrid which would bring Brazil winger Rodrygo, 25, to Anfield and allow midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai to join the Spanish giants. Fichajes - in Spanish) Aston Villa, Crystal Palace and Wolves are among the clubs interested in signing Andy Robertson, should the left-back leave Anfield this summer. (Caught Offside)
FedEx sues Trump administration for full tariff refunds after Supreme Court ruling on IEEPA
FedEx sues U.S. government for tariff refunds after Supreme Court ruled Trump's emergency trade duties on imports were unlawful.
Panasonic turns off US TV business with handover to Chinese rival
Skyworth to take over most of Japanese electronics group’s foreign television operations
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Spanberger delivers Democratic response to Trump's State of the Union
Special election could delay large Greeley entertainment district development
Voters in Greeley will decide Tuesday whether to repeal already-approved zoning for a massive entertainment district and housing development on the city’s western edge. The proposed development spans...
Meddling with private business need not spiral after Trump
Susan Rice wants Democrats to go after companies that supposedly played nice with the president.
Understanding human behaviour for pandemic preparedness with epigames
Nature Health - Understanding human behaviour for pandemic preparedness with epigames
Local Aerospace Manufacturer Expanding Business, Seeking Employees
Aerospace manufacturer, Turbo Machined Products, is expanding its product line. That means more jobs in Frankfort.
Google cuts access to Antigravity for some OpenClaw users citing malicious usage
What this does highlight is the disconnect between companies like Google and OpenClaw users. OpenClaw offered many interesting possibilities for creating workflows with agents.
This is Trump 2.0, bro. What do you bench?
Their policies divide the country, but on social media the president’s men are crushing it as influencers, bro.
Burke County reports first measles case, exposure sites span 3 counties
Burke County has experienced its first measles case, Burke County Public Health confirmed in a Feb. 23 press release.
SGMC Health Expands Orthopedic Care with New Valdosta Location
SGMC Health has relocated SGMC Orthopedics to a brand new, expanded location at 2310 N. Patterson St., Suite B, in Valdosta
POKÉMON Gave Every Single Pokémon Their Own Logo to Celebrate 30 Years
Celebrating 30 years, The Pokemon Company gave every single Pokemon their own individual logo. Take a look at the 1000+ designs!
AMC Entertainment’s (NYSE:AMC) Q4 CY2025 Sales Top Estimates
Theater company AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 1.4% year on year to $1.29 billion. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.18 per share was 28% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Google Antigravity falls to Earth under OpenClaw-fueled compute load
: Company tries to curb strain by banning customer accounts for 'malicious' usage
San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering brings industry leaders to Petco Park
Exhibitors include Ballet Folklorico Moncayo, Children’s Museum of Discovery and the U.S. Navy, plus major pharmaceutical companies like Bristol Myers Squibb and Genentech among others.
2026 Business Leaders of the Year
Central Massachusetts is full of amazing professionals, each with their own unique skills, talents, and dedication to their companies, industries, and communities. You could make a strong case for hundreds of them to be considered as WBJ’s Business Leader of the Year. Yet, to actually win the award, you need to have that little something extra: a magic spark, an insight no one else sees, years of knowledge that pay off with the right decision at the right time, a leadership style inspiring people to follow, a push for a paradigm shift at a stagnant organization. Business Leader of the Year is WBJ’s oldest award, launched in 1982 when Herb Dunnington of First Safety Fund Bank won the sole award. In the decades since, BLOY has expanded to honor winners from different corners of the economy: small businesses, large businesses, nonprofits, innovation, families. Each of the six winners this year has that something special setting them apart as true leaders in our Central Massachusetts business community: Neelu Mohaghegh’s creativity, Nick Haritos’ compassion, Nicolette Sacco’s adaptability, Julie Bowditch’s energy, Sean Rose’s steadiness, the Vaccaro family’s culture. You can read more about each of them through the links below.
Enhabit’s stock soars as home health firm gets buyout offer worth $1.1 billion
The Dallas-based company is part of a growing demand story for home-based health care.
Peru Economy Shook Off Political Turmoil to Expand 3.4% in 2025
Peru posted growth of better than 3% for a second straight year in 2025, as the economy continues to power through the political chaos that’s seen the Andean nation cycle through seven presidents in the past decade.
AbbVie to invest $380 million to expand US manufacturing in Illinois
AbbVie on Monday said it would invest $380 million to build two new active pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturing facilities at its Illinois campus, expanding its domestic production capacity for its neuroscience and obesity medicines.
Alex Padilla Plans Spanish Rebuttal to Trump’s State of the Union
Senator Alex Padilla, a Democrat from California, offered a preview of his remarks, which he expects to focus on the economy, immigration and fair elections.
ALFA Insurance teams with Sorrell College of Business to create a business innovation lab to spur student success and develop the next generation of business leaders
Alfa Insurance and Troy University’s Sorrell College of Business are teaming up to expand educational capabilities through the creation of the Alfa Insurance Business Innovation Lab in John Robert Lewis Hall.
Health Savings Accounts Can Be a Bad Deal for Low-Income Marketplace Enrollees
In the wake of their actions that have worsened health care affordability, President Trump and Republicans in Congress have pushed to expand health savings accounts (HSAs). But this doubles down on an inequitable coverage model.
Girding against Keytruda cliff, Merck splits oncology into standalone business unit
The patent cliff for Keytruda is fast approaching in the U.S. Now, as Merck & Co. | The patent cliff for Keytruda is fast approaching in the U.S. Now, as Merck & Co. increasingly looks to life after its oncology megablockbuster, the company is honing its focus on new and upcoming medicines by splitting its core pharmaceutical business in two.
Penn Entertainment appoints three independent directors
Ahead of Thursday’s investors call, Penn Entertainment on Monday appointed three independent directors – Heather Ace, Jeffrey Fox and Fabio Schiavolin. In connection with these appointments, the company has entered... Read more »
AMC Entertainment Shares Tumble To New Low On 10% Drop In Attendance During Fourth Quarter
Attendance at AMC Entertainment movie theaters dropped 10% in the fourth quarter compared with the prior year, dragging down the company's results.
Supreme Court to decide if Colorado city can sue oil companies for climate change
The Supreme Court agreed Monday to take up a major environmental appeal from fossil fuel producers who are hoping to shake off a lawsuit from a Colorado city that wants to hold them responsible for climate change.
AMC Entertainment beats revenue estimates as box office recovers
AMC Entertainment beat Wall Street expectations for fourth-quarter revenue on Monday, offering a sign of confidence in the slow recovery of cinema traffic from pandemic-era lows.
Keith Urban manager Gary Borman shutters Borman Entertainment
Gary Borman, longtime Nashville artist manager, is retiring and shuttering his company. His client list included Keith Urban.
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.
Which full-body MRI scan should I get? Compare major companies like Preunvo.
Full-body MRIs are all the rage. We take a look at three major companies offering such testing.
Bausch Health's Aesthetics Business, Solta Medical, Announces the Launch of Clear + Brilliant® Touch Laser in Canada
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC), a global, diversified pharmaceutical company, and Solta Medical, a global leader in medical aesthetics, today announced the launch of the Clear + Brilliant® Touch laser in Canada. The device was approved by Health Canada on May 20, 2025, marking an important milestone as demand for non‑invasive skin rejuvenation treatments continues to grow across Canada. With this approval, Canadian physicians are able to offer one of the most advanced dual-wave
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results
LEAWOOD, Kan., February 23, 2026--AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AMC) ("AMC" or "the Company") today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, which have been posted to the Investor Relations section of AMC’s website at https://investor.amctheatres.com/.
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AMC) (“AMC” or “the Company”) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, wh...
Netflix boss responds to Trump's demand to fire Susan Rice from board
Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of Netflix, has responded to Trump's calls for the company to fire Susan Rice from its board as it bids for Warner Bros.
Three Myths Fueling Companies’ Icy Silence on Politics | Andrew Winston | MIT Sloan Management Review
In turbulent times, leaders must question their assumptions about the role of business in society and politics.
Hims & Hers Health, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results
Revenue of approximately $2.35 billion, up 59% year-over-year in 2025 Net income of $128 million; Adjusted EBITDA of $318 million in 2025 Subscribers grew to over 2.5 million, up 13% year-over-year in 2025 Provides Q1 and full year 2026 guidance1, with full year 2026 revenue in the range of $2.7 billion to $2.9 billion and Adjusted EBITDA in the range of $300 million to $375 million Hims Hers Health, Inc. (“Hims Hers” or the “Company”, NYSE: HIMS), the leading health and wellness platform, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025 in a shareholder letter that is posted at investors.hims.com. “More than 2.5 million subscribers now rely on us for a healthcare experience that is both accessible and deeply personal – and we believe we’re well on our way to becoming the global leader in consumer health,” said Andrew Dudum, co-founder and CEO. “In 2025, we made it possible for more customers across the world to depend on us
PENN Entertainment Appoints Three New Independent Directors to Board
PENN Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: PENN) (“PENN” or the “Company”) today announced the appointment of three new independent directors, Heather Ace, Jeffrey Fo...
House Science Committee takes on data center permitting
The panel will discuss barriers that may slow the development of infrastructure for artificial intelligence.
Dentsu Entertainment, Iconic Arts partner to create brand-oriented IP
The companies will help brands develop original IP tied to culture, with a focus on anime and serialized entertainment.
Deep in Antarctic ice, these particles can answer basic questions about the universe
A dense network of sensors is looking for the fleeting footprints of neutrinos, the most mysterious in the pantheon of known particles.
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.
AI bolsters breast radiologists’ cancer detection rate, real world study finds
The study spanned fourt sites and included 9 highly experienced breast radiologists reading over 100,000 DBT exams.
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results
LEAWOOD, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AMC) (“AMC” or “the Company”) today reported results for the…...
Media Buying Briefing: Dentsu’s new CEO on how he’s going to grow the business again
Takeshi Sano takes over as global CEO, and brings with him a more outgoing and worldly approach to running the Japanese-owned holding company.
Pessimism Widespread Among Local Businesses
The latest BOSS Survey reveals widespread pessimism about Hawaii's economy, with 51% of business leaders expecting conditions to worsen in 2026. Though tourism companies remain notably more optimistic than other sectors.
Evolent Health (EVH) Reports Q4: Everything You Need To Know Ahead Of Earnings
Healthcare solutions company Evolent Health (NYSE:EVH) will be announcing earnings results this Tuesday after market close. Here’s what to expect.
Gary Borman, Keith Urban’s Longtime Manager, Announces Retirement & Closure of Borman Entertainment After 50 Years
Artist manager Gary Borman is retiring and closing down his namesake management company, Borman Entertainment, after a 50-year run.
Your Personal Free Netflix and other Top 5 Tech you Absolutely Need in 2026
Last year I put together a list of products everyone absolutely needed to own in 2025. It included basic stuff, AirTags, GaN chargers, and even some slightly complex gadgets like NAS devices to help you cut the cord on cloud storage subscriptions. This year's list expands on the same philosophy from last year - make
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. 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