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Fight Your Fight: EA SPORTS™ UFC® 6 Arrives June 19, Delivering Next-Level Fighter Individuality and Gameplay Depth
Powered by Fighters, UFC ® 6 Features Alex Pereira and Max Holloway Stepping onto the Cover Watch the Reveal Trailer HERE Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today unveiled EA SPORTS™ UFC® 6 , launching June 19, 2026 on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. Powered by fighters, UFC 6 brings unparalleled fighter authenticity to players with true-to-life fighter movement and striking. Former UFC middleweight and light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira and former UFC featherweight and BMF champion Max Holloway headline the Standard and Ultimate Edition covers, ushering in a new era of fighter individuality appearing in gameplay, allowing players to fight their fight like never before. UFC 6 Standard Edition EA SPORTS™ UFC® 6 delivers the most realistic and authentic fighting experience yet. Athletes move, strike, and react like their real-life counterparts thanks to Markerless Capture and the next generation of Sapien Technology, setting a new standard for authenticity in the Octagon and a
Redistricting battles back on midterm political map as Ohio, Indiana vote in primaries
Alabama and Tennessee move into redistricting fights while midterm voters in Indiana and Ohio head to the polls, spotlighting election maps, primaries and 2026 political stakes.
Missouri budget earmarks fight becomes part of St. Louis County political battle
Two small community agencies with personal ties to state Sen. Angela Mosley face questions about their Missouri budget earmarks.
Pittsburgh's pro sports teams unite to fight food insecurity with Burgh Proud Challenge
U.S. Warns China Over Iranian Oil as Sanctions Fight Intensifies
China told its independent refineries to disregard U.S. sanctions over their purchases of Iranian crude.
Dave Eggers, Kathleen Peters back ‘independent thinker’ Sam Wilson for Clearwater City Council
'Sam Wilson is an independent thinker who Clearwater residents can trust to fight for their interests on the City Council.'
Pittsburgh’s pro sports teams unite to fight food insecurity with Burgh Proud Challenge
Is it gambling? Massachusetts, Kalshi clash heads to Supreme Judicial Court
Is it gambling? Massachusetts’ highest court will hear arguments Monday in a fight over whether Kalshi can offer sports-related prediction contracts without a state sports wagering license.
Politics just got even more partisan in the US
The gutting of the Voting Rights Act by the Supreme Court will intensify the fight over redistricting
The New Smoking Section: The Politics of Vaccine Denialism
Fueled by social media propaganda, an administration that undermines scientific consensus is amplifying vaccine denialism and framing it as a fight for individual choice.
Should a California union dictate how clinics spend money? Employers sue to block ballot measure
California’s billionaires are not the only ones fighting back against the state’s largest health workers union this election season.
This simple amino acid supplement greatly reduces Alzheimer’s damage
A new study suggests a surprisingly simple compound could help fight Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found that arginine—an inexpensive amino acid already considered safe—can reduce the buildup of toxic amyloid proteins in the brain, a hallmark of the disease. In animal models, oral arginine not only lowered harmful protein deposits but also improved behavior and reduced brain inflammation.
California Republicans who flipped seats in 2024 are fighting to keep them
California Republicans made gains in the state Legislature two years. Now Democrats are trying to tie them to Trump's unpopularity in 2026
The Idea That Reshaped Identity Politics Has a Complicated Backstory
Kimberlé Crenshaw gave us the terms “intersectionality” and “critical race theory.” Her new memoir shows that she isn’t done fighting over what they mean.
Labour MPs say ‘endless drama’ of leadership speculation must stop
Downing Street begins fightback against predictions of imminent challenge to Keir Starmer
Denis Leary’s ‘crazy idea’ puts civilians through FDNY training to raise funds for fire departments
Actor-comedian Denis Leary has found a unique way to raise funds for his Leary Firefighters Foundation.
After Voting Rights Act setback, Black Americans brace for new fight
A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting.
Wharton & Root help Yorkshire fight back at Somerset
Half-centuries from James Wharton and Joe Root keep Yorkshire in with a fighting chance on the third day of the County Championship Division One match at Taunton.
Scenes from the USF St. Petersburg fire show billowing smoke, roof ablaze
St. Petersburg Fire District Chief Michael Lewis said more than 60 units with about 200 firefighters were summoned to the scene.
Lightning may have sparked fire destroying top US marine science lab, officials say
About 200 firefighters responded to devastating blaze at University of South Florida’s lab on Saturday
"This Is Fine" Dog Fights For Therapy In Official Metroidvania
In This Is Fine: Maximum Cope, help Question Hound overcome his anxieties in this nightmare-inspired video game debut
Savannah Bananas pack 102,000 fans into Texas A&M's Kyle Field for biggest game ever
Barnstorming baseball circus that is the Savannah Bananas pack stadiums across the U.S. But they've never seen anything like what they saw Saturday.
Burcum: The race to rescue HCMC
The fight to save Minnesota’s most essential hospital is urgent, unfinished, and only going to get harder, columnist Jill Burcum writes.
UFC Perth ‘Fight of the Night’ loser transported to hospital
Better to be safe than sorry … No. 14-ranked Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Heavyweight Shamil Gaziev suffered a second-round knockout loss to surging Australian slugger Brando Pericic on the UFC Perth main card yesterday (Sat., May 2, 2026) inside RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia (watch highlights). Despite the setback, both Heavyweights walked away with […]
He spent 60 years building Black political power. He sees a wipeout coming.
Press Robinson, who years ago mounted a legal fight to become the first Black person elected to a Louisiana school board, was on the losing side of the Supreme Court case weakening the Voting Rights Act.
Sooo ... About Last Night
Yesterday (Sat., May 2, 2026), Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) ventured forth to RAC Arena in Perth, Australia for UFC Perth. For the second time in as many weeks, the “Prelims” were bloody miserable! Fortunately, the action did pick up for the main card, which featured some truly impressive knockouts and strong showings. In fact, the […]
Mike Perry wants Jake Paul in an MMA fight
Former UFC fighter and Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship's "King of Violence" Mike Perry lost to Jake Paul in a boxing match in July 2024. "Platinum" wants a rematch but under mixed martial arts rules. "I think things come full circle all the time. I've continued to work hard before getting the ...
Beyond the Politics:The Human Cost Behind the Israel–Iran Conflict
TEL AVIV — The conflict between Iran, the U.S., and Israel remains volatile as Iran submits a new 14‑point peace proposal through Pakistan while warning that fighting may soon resume, with Iranian military officials saying the U.S. is not committed to agreements. President Donald Trump has expressed...
‘Water‑sowing’: When science and ancestral knowledge join forces to fight drought in the Venezuelan Andes
This ancestral practice combines reforestation, soil conservation, and the protection of frailejones — the tall, fuzzy Andean plants that harvest water — to capture fog and rain, recharge aquifers, and ensure the flow of rivers
🚨 Atlas vs Cruz Azul line-ups confirmed
The Clausura 2026 playoffs continue with Atlas vs. Cruz Azul at Estadio Jalisco. The red-and-blacks host the sky-blues in the quarterfinals and will look to strike first as they fight for a place in t...
Facing permanent ban, Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby hires Jeffrey Kessler to fight NCAA gambling investigation
Kessler was the lead attorney in the House v. NCAA case last summer that led to revenue-sharing with players.
Dragon Boat Festival raises $500,000 supporting cancer research
The Prisma Health Dragon Boat Festival celebrated 20 years of raising money to fight cancer on Saturday.
Firefighters battle blaze at Chesterfield business
Chesterfield Fire and EMS is investigating the cause of a fire after a business was damaged Saturday morning.
New in-game animation for Ingrid shown off by Street Fighter 6 Director
Ingrid is the final character coming to Season 3 of Street Fighter 6. She'll become available for players to use starting on May 28, 2026.The Street Fighter 6 developers recently treated fans to Ingrid's pre-fight animations. Evidently ...
We Need Fighters, Not Polite Politics: Why Everton Blair Is Our Choice in Georgia’s 13th
The Black Wall Street Times endorses Everton Blair after Georgia 13 debate highlighted leadership under pressure.
Fight over online access to abortion pill reaches Supreme Court in emergency appeal
The makers of the abortion pill mifepristone filed an emergency appeal at the Supreme Court on Saturday urging the justices to pause a lower-court ruling that temporarily blocked Americans from accessing the drug through the mail.
Black Americans face a new fight for racial representation after justices' Voting Rights Act ruling
A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting
Black Americans face a new fight for racial representation after justices' Voting Rights Act ruling
A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting.
Black Americans face a new fight for racial representation after justices' Voting Rights Act ruling
A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting.
Black Americans face a new fight for racial representation after justices' Voting Rights Act ruling
A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting.
🚨 PSG v Lorient XIs: Luis Enrique rings the changes!
PSG and Lorient meet on Matchday 32 of Ligue 1, with the Parisians fighting for the title and the visitors sitting comfortably in ninth place with nothing left to play for. For the match, this is how ...
UFC Perth Post-Fight Press Conference
Following today's fights at RAC Arena in Perth, Australia, the winners will answer questions from the media during the post-fight press conference. The event was headlined by a welterweight bout between former champion Jack Della Maddalena takes on No. 5 ranked Carlos.
Can the US Democrats beat Trump by becoming more like him?
Fighting fire with fire may deliver electoral wins, but risks hurting the party’s brand eventually, Chinese academic argues.
Crimson Desert Patch 1.5 Lets You Refight All 69 Bosses, as Pearl Abyss Doubles Down After 5M Sales
Crimson Desert's biggest patch yet adds a boss rematch system, re-blockades, legendary creature pets, and NVIDIA DLSS MFG support.
Boosting one protein helps the brain fight Alzheimer’s
Scientists have discovered a way to help the brain clean itself of harmful Alzheimer’s plaques by activating its own support cells. By increasing a protein called Sox9, researchers were able to boost the activity of astrocytes, star shaped cells that help maintain brain health. In mice that already showed memory problems, this approach reduced plaque buildup and preserved cognitive function over time.
Thirteen killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, health ministry says
Four women and a child are among the dead, as fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah continues despite a ceasefire.
Naoya Inoue Vs. Junto Nakatani Full Card: Ringwalk Times
Inoue vs. Nakatani ringwalk times, full fight card, DAZN broadcast details, and everything you need for the all-Japanese undisputed super bantamweight title showdown.
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves DLC character Mr. Karate announced
SNK has announced Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Season 2 downloadable content character Mr. Karate from Art of Fighting. He will launch in May.
Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina announced for PS5, Switch 2, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC
Publisher Aniplex and developer French-Bread have announced fighting game Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC (Steam). It will launch in ear…
The RAMpocalypse has bought Microsoft valuable time in the fight against SteamOS
Op-ed: Valve has made a dent in Windows' gaming share, but can it keep going?
Science news: Return of the river-herring run, Musk vs. Altman and new pancreatic cancer drugs
Under the Radar breaks down the latest science and technology headlines, including communities fighting back against data centers, overheated sharks and more
Florida Yacht Charter Business Fights $1.5 Million Tax Bill
A Florida yachting venture that participated in high-stakes offshore fishing tournaments before unforeseen setbacks forced a pivot to luxury charters told the US Tax Court the IRS wrongly defined its business as a hobby and assessed more than $1.5 million in tax liabilities.
Trump just replaced his surgeon general pick and it could change what you’re told about your health
After a year of delays, a new nominee is stepping in as fights over vaccines and public health intensify.
Naoya Inoue is the greatest show in sports today. Now comes the fight of his life
The Japanese wrecking ball known as the Monster takes center stage at the Tokyo Dome on Saturday, facing unbeaten rival Junto Nakatani in a matchup for the ages
UFC Perth preview, ‘Jack Della vs. Prates’ predictions
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is just one day away from the upcoming UFC Perth mixed martial arts (MMA) event, set to go down tomorrow afternoon (Sat., May 2, 2026) on Paramount+ from inside RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia. UFC Perth features a welterweight main event between former 170-pound champion, Jack Della Maddalena, and No. […]
Brighton used MMA fighter to cope with Premier League’s set-pieces: Why new trends prompted the move
Hurzeler said the side "love getting ideas from other sports" and wanted to find "different ways of using your body" against taller teams.
Who’s running for Congress in California? These races could determine the majority
Ballots are in the mail for California’s primary election. These are the congressional races CalMatters is watching closely — and the candidates fighting for their political lives.
Exiles have 'easier game' as five clubs fight for survival
Iwan Roberts says Newport County have the kindest fixture of all the sides in the League Two relegation scrap as they prepare for Saturday's season-defining trip to Barrow (15:00 BST). Newport, in 21st, and 20th-placed Tranmere are a point better off than Harrogate and Crawley.
Janet Mills stood up to Trump. Democratic voters shrugged.
Liberals say they want a fighter. But a popular governor who clashed with the president failed to catch fire in Maine’s Senate race.
Pimblett Vs. ‘BSD’ Official For UFC 329
After lots of rumor and speculation, Paddy Pimblett vs. Benoit Saint Denis is officially booked for International Fight Week at UFC 329. The new was first reported by Alvaro Colmenero, and sources have confirmed the matchup with MMAmania.com as well. No. 6-ranked Pimblett (23-4) has competed once already this year, coming up short in his […]
Knicks eliminate Hawks with a 140-89 Game 6 blowout
OG Anunoby scored 29 points in 27 minutes, Karl-Anthony Towns had his second triple-double of the series and the New York Knicks had their biggest playoff victory in franchise history, overwhelming and eliminating the Atlanta Hawks 140-89 in Game 6 on Thursday night. The Knicks broke several NBA records by halftime. Dyson Daniels and Mitchell Robinson were ejected after fighting following a pair of free throws from Anunoby that gave the Knicks a 50-point lead in the second quarter.
DEAD OR ALIVE 6 Last Round ‘The King of Fighters XIV Collaboration’ trailer
Publisher Koei Tecmo and developer Team NINJA have released a new trailer for DEAD OR ALIVE 6 Last Round introducing the game’s collaboration downloadable content characters Mai Shiranui and …
World Heroes Perfect ‘NEO GEO Premium Selection’ edition announced for PC
SNK has announced a new version of 1995-released fighting game World Heroes Perfect for PC (Steam) as part of its “NEO GEO Premium Selection”—a selection of NEO GEO titles upgrade…
Mitchell Robinson and Dyson Daniels ejected as Knicks break record for largest NBA playoff halftime lead in Game 6 beatdown of Hawks
Dyson Daniels showed more fight than the rest of the Hawks. Which isn't saying much.
How to watch UFC Perth ‘Della Maddalena vs. Prates’
The Ultimate Fighting Championship on Saturday returns to “The Land Down Under” for href="https://www.sherdog.com/events/UFC-Fight-Night-275-Della-Maddalena-vs-Prates-111890">UFC Perth. A brief rundown for those who intend to catch the show
Canelo Alvarez next fight: Christian Mbilli reportedly ‘done deal’
Canelo Alvarez is expected to face Christian Mbilli in September
Mark Sanford quits House race after one month, says fighting national debt is better done outside politics
Mark Sanford abandons his run to reclaim his old South Carolina congressional seat, announcing plans to launch a nonprofit focused on reducing U.S. debt.
The Guardian view on Trump’s war on science: politicising a generation of researchers
Editorial: By attacking the basic settlement between scientists and the state, the US president has proved that experts can’t avoid these fights
Trump says surgeon general nominee will continue to fight for MAHA health movement
U.S. President Donald Trump said his nominee to become surgeon general, Casey Means, will continue to fight for the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement despite opposition from Republican Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana to the nomination.
‘Weed City’ pushback: New Buffalo crackdown sparks legal fight
New Buffalo, a popular vacation destination — and a draw for Chicagoans seeking lower-cost cannabis products — and is trying to rein in that trade, but dispensaries are fighting back in court.
IGN goes hands-on with 007 First Light in final preview
The lucky folk at IGN have managed to spend some hands-on time with the soon-to-be-released 007: First Light and it looks like the perfect blend of stealth and fist fighting action that earlier…
DOJ Launches New West Coast Health-Fraud Strike Force
As part of a push to combat Medicare and Medicaid fraud, the department will field more prosecutors to fight an increase in fraud in Western states.
UFC Perth: Della Maddalena vs. Prates Pre-Fight Press Conference
The UFC Perth: Della Maddalena Pre-Fight Press Conference took place on Thursday ahead of this weekend's event in Australia. The fight card is headlined why a welterweight bout between former champion Jack Della Maddalena and No. 5 ranked Carlos Prates. The event will mark the fight promotion's ...
Mauricio Pochettino feels 'really sad' seeing Tottenham fight against Premier League relegation
Live: UFC Perth media day video | Della Maddalena vs. Prates
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is holding a special pre-fight media day this morning (Thurs., April 29, 2026) for the upcoming UFC Perth: “Della Maddalena vs. Prates” mixed martial arts (MMA) event on Paramount+, scheduled for this Sat. night (May 2) inside the RAC Arena in Perth Australia The LIVE video stream gets underway promptly at […]
Linux cryptographic code flaw offers fast route to root
: Patches land for authencesn flaw enabling local privilege escalation
Sony clarifies recent PlayStation DRM update
PlayStation fans and gaming preservations have been alarmed since late last week that a new 30-day timer attached attached to newly-purchased digital games for PlayStation 4 and 5 might render those games unplayable if the system they’re on is offline for longer than a month. But a rep from Sony told Game File today that new system will require only a single online check before it functions as a perpetual license for the digitally purchased game. That is consistent with a newer theory that emerged by gamers testing the 30-day timer over the last two days. “Players can continue to access and play their purchased games as usual,” a rep for PlayStation told me over email. “A one-time online check is required after purchase to confirm the game’s license, after which no further check-ins are needed.” The rep’s explanation squares with the current understanding among players about what’s happening. A multi-day mystery A post last Friday by YouTuber Lance MacDonald spread awareness over the 30-day timer. Quickly, players began stress-testing the system, removing a battery within their PlayStations and checking what would happen if their systems were offline past the timer window. They noticed that setting a PS4 or PS5 to be the “primary” console—a common Sony-authorized method to retain rights to a digital game—wasn’t overriding the 30-day limit. On Tuesday came the breakthrough: A gamer called Andshrew on the Resetera forums posted the results of some tasting. They found that digital games purchased on PS4/PS5 after some time in mid-April would get a 30-day timer that could then be removed and replaced with a perpetual license that would allow the game to be played offline. The transition to the perpetual license occurred some number of days after the digital game was purchased and the system was connected to the internet. They believed that a PlayStation’s online check-in would trigger the license change no sooner than 15 days after the user had purchased the game. This synced with the theory that Sony’s new system is related to the 14-day window that PlayStation users have to request a refund for digitally purchased games. The new timer/check-in system could be a way to defeat some exploit in that refund system, some users theorized. Game File is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe In a follow-up, I asked the Sony rep if the 15-day timeline is accurate or if the perpetual license can be activated sooner after purchase. If they share more, I’ll update this post. Sony has not said why they’ve introduced the timer and whether it is designed to stop people from exploiting the refund system. But their explanation suggests that this new DRM method should not result in long-term loss of access to digitally purchased games, just because a PlayStation is offline for a month or Sony’s servers are down. Xbox flashback For many some gamers, the initial reporting of the 30-day timer conjured memories of Microsoft’s disastrous May 2013 announcement of the Xbox One, which was going to require an internet-connected check-in once a day, lest your games become unplayable.1 After widespread backlash, Microsoft abandoned that plan, ahead of the Xbox One’s launch. 1 Fun fact: That 24-hour check-in detail was my scoop from an interview I had that day with then-Xbox exec Phil Harrison. I was EiC of Kotaku at the time and rushing from one Xbox One preview appointment on Microsoft’s campus to another. I phoned the news in to reporter Jason Schreier, who wrote it up for the site.
Meta Deal Reversal Deepens Split Between China and Silicon Valley
Beijing’s insistence that Meta unwind its deal with a Chinese A.I. start-up escalates the geopolitical fight over advanced tech.
Upcoming Indie Game Forces You Fight Your Steam Backlog
Game Quest: The Backlog Battler even lets you judge you Steam friends by battling against their library of unplayed games
Trump cracks down on women’s retreats, putting ‘new girls’ clubs’ at risk
The administration claims these retreats perpetuate the discrimination they purport to fight
California dreaming is a political reality for all Americans
California’s political landscape is heating up with the race for governor, the fight for control of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the potential presidential race in 2028, with Gov. G…
Allie Kuntz pursues blend of business and firefighting during time at Montana State
Allie Kuntz will graduate from Montana State with a degree in business management on May 8.
Chelsea’s Mykhailo Mudryk to fight FA doping ban at Court of Arbitration for Sport
Chelsea winger Mudryk has not played professional football since November 2024.
Supreme Court lets faith-based pregnancy centers fight subpoena on First Amendment grounds
The US Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed a group of faith-based “crisis pregnancy centers” in New Jersey to fight a subpoena from the state’s Democratic attorney general.
Australia becomes the 30th country to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem
The World Health Organization (WHO) has validated Australia for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem, marking a significant milestone in the health of indigenous peoples and in global efforts to combat neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). Trachoma, the world’s leading infectious cause of blindness, no longer represents a public health problem in the country.Australia is among a growing number of countries that have successfully eliminated trachoma, contributing to global progress towards the targets set out in the WHO road map for NTDs 2021–2030.Trachoma is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis and spreads through close contact with infected individuals, contaminated surfaces, and flies that carry eye and nose discharge. Repeated infections can lead to scarring of the eyelids, turning eyelashes inward, and ultimately causing blindness if untreated.“WHO congratulates Australia on this important achievement,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. “This success reflects sustained commitment, strong partnerships, and a focus on reaching populations most affected by health inequities. It brings us closer to a world free from the suffering caused by trachoma.”Australia’s journey to eliminationAustralia’s achievement reflects decades of targeted public health action, particularly in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, where trachoma persisted despite its earlier disappearance from the rest of the country.National efforts intensified with the establishment of the National Trachoma Management Programme in 2006, which implemented the WHO-recommended SAFE strategy: surgery for trichiasis, antibiotics to treat infection, promotion of facial cleanliness, and environmental improvement. Regular screening of all communities classified as at-risk of trachoma by teams of qualified health workers formed an important part of the Programme. Interventions were delivered through coordinated partnerships between federal and state governments, Aboriginal community-controlled health services, and local communities.Over time, sustained screening, treatment, and prevention activities, including improvements in housing, water, sanitation and hygiene, led to a steady decline in trachoma prevalence. Australia’s approach included adaptations to reflect its context, such as targeted treatment based on community-level data rather than mass drug administration, and strong integration with environmental health programmes.“Elimination of trachoma is a win for the eye health of communities across Australia, particularly those whose lives have been impacted by a disease that is entirely preventable,” said Mark Butler, Minister for Health and Ageing, Australia. “This major milestone is thanks to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership, community commitment and sustained investment over many decades.“The lessons from this work will inform how we approach other preventable health conditions in remote and regional Australia. Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations and local health workers have been central to this success, delivering culturally safe care and community-led solutions.”“This recognition from the World Health Organization reflects decades of work led by Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations, alongside local health workers in remote First Nations communities,” said Malarndirri McCarthy, Minister for Indigenous Australians. “Their work has been critical to eliminating trachoma as a public health problem in Australia.”Advancing global efforts against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs)Trachoma is one of 21 diseases and disease groups that are regarded by WHO as NTDs. Together, NTDs affect more than 1 billion people worldwide, primarily in underserved populations with limited access to essential services such as clean water, sanitation, and health care.Australia’s elimination of trachoma as a public health problem highlights the importance of sustained political commitment and cross-sectoral collaboration in addressing the underlying determinants of health. It also underscores the feasibility of eliminating trachoma even in geographically challenging settings.In addition to trachoma, Australia has several endemic NTDs, including Buruli ulcer, leprosy and scabies. Validation of elimination of trachoma as a public health problem marks the first time that WHO has confirmed the elimination of an NTD in Australia, which becomes the 63rd country globally and 16th in the Western Pacific Region to have eliminated at least one NTD.“Tackling neglected tropical diseases in the Western Pacific Region has long been a challenge for countries across the socioeconomic spectrum, given the complexities in reaching the most vulnerable communities, including in remote areas,” said Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific. “As a doctor from Tonga, I’ve experienced these challenges for myself. But I also know that with strategic commitment underpinned by optimal resources and partnerships in health, success is possible as other countries in our region have also demonstrated. I commend Australia on eliminating trachoma as a public health problem and urge all involved to remain vigilant to ensure this status is maintained.”WHO continues to support countries working to eliminate trachoma and other NTDs, ensuring that progress reaches those most in need and that gains are sustained through strong surveillance, appropriately integrated into national health systems, and mainstreamed within the wider health sector and beyond.Editor’s notesNeglected tropical diseases and trachoma elimination effortsNeglected tropical diseases are associated with devastating health, social and economic consequences. Their burden is mainly felt among impoverished communities in tropical areas.Public health targets for the control, elimination and eradication of these conditions were set in the road map for neglected tropical diseases 2021–2030 (https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240010352).In 1996, WHO launched the WHO Alliance for the Global Elimination of Trachoma by 2020 (GET2020), creating a network of governments, non-governmental organizations and academic institutions dedicated to the fight against trachoma. WHO continues to support endemic countries to accelerate progress towards the global target of eliminating trachoma as a public health problem worldwide; 2030 is the new target date.Elimination of trachoma as a public health problem is defined as: (i) a prevalence of trachomatous trichiasis (TT) “unknown to the health system” of < 0.2% in ≥15-year-olds; and (ii) a prevalence of trachomatous inflammation—follicular (TF) in children aged 1–9 years of < 5%, in each formerly endemic district, plus (iii) the existence of a system to identify and manage incident cases of TT.Other countries validated by WHO as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem are: Algeria, Benin, Burundi, Cambodia, China, Egypt, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, India, Iraq, Islamic Republic of Iran, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Libya, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Togo, Vanuatu and Viet Nam.
Teamfight Tactics patch 17.2
Opening Encounters & new God Blessings make 17.2 a celestial encounter you won’t want to miss.
Denuvo Has Been Fully Cracked And 2K Is Fighting Back
Using a relatively new bypass technique, hackers claim to have effectively cracked all games using Denuvo protection software
Denuvo is finally dead: every PC game protected by the DRM can now be cracked or bypassed
A decade-long fight comes to an end.
Why it’s a mistake for the Trumps to invest political capital in a fight against Kimmel
If the White House is looking at the landscape and concluding that a comedian is a serious problem in need of immediate attention, it’s mistaken.
Zhao lets early lead slip as Murphy fights back
Reigning world champion Zhao Xintong lets a 3-0 lead slip as Shaun Murphy fights back to claim a 5-3 lead in the opening session of their World Championship quarter-final.
If it feels like the world is rejecting science and truth, here are five ways to fight back
All of us can choose to consider facts, not vibes, in our next decision. One simple hack is go and look up some easily accessible peer-reviewed studies, says science journalist and author Helen Pearson
Wild Foxes review – animal-obsessed fighter at elite sports academy wonders if more to life than boxing
Valéry Carnoy’s striking film brims with unsynchronised ideas and images, but the physicality and performances of the young cast are undeniable
Dumas Teases Welterweight Move After Latest Loss
Sedriques Dumas continued to struggle at UFC Vegas 116. The Floridian “Reaper” started off his UFC career well enough, winning three of his first five bouts in addition to his Contender Series success. Unfortunately, it’s been off the rails ever since, as he’s winless in his last four fights. He was stopped in all three […]
Businesses impacted after Mifflin Street Block Party crowds move to State Street
Thousands of people moved from the Mifflin Street Block Party to State Street around 5 p.m. Saturday night, with police recovering multiple guns and responding to large physical fights.
A fight for transgender inclusion in high school sports comes to Oakland
The California Interscholastic Federation’s gender inclusion policy has drawn a federal lawsuit. Bay Area families asked its leaders to push back.
Disney's political fight with Ron DeSantis cost company years of theme park expansion, court records reveal
Disney's political statement on Florida's Parental Rights in Education Act led to costly lawsuits, legal battles, and years of theme park delays.
Delap wants to stay at Chelsea
Liam Delap wants to stay and fight for his Chelsea career, Barcelona contact Atletico Madrid over a possible Julian Alvarez transfer, Steven Gerrard could be in contention to replace Scott Parker as manager of Burnley, plus more.
Subramanyam Talks Mental Health with Loudoun’s Firefighters
In a small-town hall Saturday morning, Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA-10) heard concerns surrounding available resources to address mental health injuries from Loudoun firefighters and shared legislation that he is working
Bounce into Summer with Party Hats Entertainment!
Evan leads Abby, Rachel, Cesar and Maurissa in an obstacle course and nerf gun fight to be enjoyed by kids and adults alike.