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UTA appoints Lal to lead precision health, informatics

Dennis Lal, a renowned neurogenetics expert, succeeds Marion Ball at the Center for Innovation in Health Informatics

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Feb 25 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • uta.edu
Republicans stare down epic voter enthusiasm gap ahead of 2026 midterms

The 14-percentage point advantage is the Democrats’ largest in decades.

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Feb 25 • 6:00 AM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Akron takes down Buffalo 99-85

AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Tavari Johnson's 23 points helped Akron defeat Buffalo 99-85 on Tuesday.

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Feb 25 • 1:13 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Duke hands Notre Dame basketball historic 44-point loss

Notre Dame basketball was obliterated in an embarrassing loss to the Duke Blue Devils Tuesday night in South Bend.

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Feb 25 • 12:40 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Robinson, Edmonds lead TCU over Arizona State 90-78

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) Micah Robinson scored 20 points, Xavier Edmonds added 17 and TCU rolled to a 90-78 victory over Arizona State on Tuesday night.

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Feb 25 • 12:09 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Hill, Ball State beat UMass 74-73 in OT

MUNCIE, Ind. (AP) Davion Hill scored 26 points and Armoni Zeigler made the game-winning layup with 16 seconds left in overtime and Ball State beat UMass 74-73 on Tuesday.

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Feb 24 • 10:04 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Wilson's 17 help Toledo defeat Northern Illinois 79-69

TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) Sonny Wilson scored 17 points as Toledo beat Northern Illinois 79-69 on Tuesday night.

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Feb 24 • 9:53 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Evolent Health (NYSE:EVH) Reports Q4 CY2025 In Line With Expectations

Healthcare solutions company Evolent Health (NYSE:EVH) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales fell by 27.5% year on year to $468.7 million. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $2.5 billion at the midpoint came in 4.9% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.08 per share was 62.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

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Feb 24 • 4:46 PM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
Celebrating excellence: Make a point to thank Vanderbilt Health residents and fellows this week

At Vanderbilt Health, there are currently more than 1,200 residents and fellows in more than 180 programs, contributing significantly to patient care.

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Feb 24 • 11:16 AM EST • Health • news.vumc.org
NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue Appoints Christopher Wilson as Chief Nursing Officer - NYC Health + Hospitals

New York, NY – NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue today announced the appointment of Christopher G. Wilson, MSN, RN, CNML, CENP, NEA-BC, FACHE as Chief

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Feb 24 • 10:20 AM EST • Health • nychealthandhospitals.org
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START Appoints Dr. Frank Smith President of its XenoSTART Preclinical Research Business Unit

/PRNewswire/ -- The START Center for Cancer Research ("START") today announced the appointment of Frank Smith, PhD, MBA, as President of XenoSTART, its...

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Feb 24 • 8:01 AM EST • Business • prnewswire.com
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Don't bet on lower prices, businesses say, even after emergency Trump tariffs were shot down

Consumers expecting a drop in prices after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the White House's emergency tariffs are likely to be disappointed, as businesses plan to use any relief to offset elevated costs and gird themselves to chase refunds.

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Feb 24 • 6:08 AM EST • Business • reuters.com
Carrie Ask appointed President and CEO of Wilson

Effective March 1, 2026, Carrie Ask has been appointed President & CEO of Wilson Sporting Goods, and a member of the Amer Sports Executive Committee.

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Feb 24 • 6:02 AM EST • Sports • amersports.com
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Every basket from Jayson Tatum scoring 52 vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

By the time the final buzzer had sounded on that historic contest, Tatum had put up the second most points he had ever logged in his career, and one of the best scoring nights had by any Celtic.

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Feb 24 • 4:00 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Minister signals government won’t stop MPs voting to publish Andrew trade envoy documents

MPs to debate the release of documents relating to the appointment of ex-prince Andrew as UK trade envoy

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Feb 24 • 3:38 AM EST • Politics • theguardian.com
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The Phillies’ player with most to prove in spring training

The Phillies rolled to the division title a year ago, but it's not about winning the NL East as they need to fight for NL superiority

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Feb 24 • 2:08 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
1 player Senators must trade before 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

The Ottawa Senators need to cut their losses with this winger before the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline on March 6th.

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Feb 24 • 1:35 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Houston’s Kelvin Sampson reacts to getting humbled by tough schedule

Houston coach Kelvin Sampson gave proper credit to Kansas after their much-anticipated matchup at Allen Fieldhouse on Monday.

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Feb 24 • 1:35 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Senne Lammens: David Moyes makes bold claim about United goalkeeper

Manchester United registered a hard-fought win away to Everton, opening up a three-point lead over Chelsea and Liverpool.Benjamin Sesko came off the bench to score United’s winner with a first-time ...

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Feb 24 • 1:10 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Justin Verlander, Miggy Tigers reunion prompts ‘unbelievable’ reaction

The Tigers brought in two franchise greats this past offseason in Justin Verlander and Miguel Cabrera, and the early returns have been great.

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Feb 24 • 12:24 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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COUNTERPOINT: Don’t Let Politics Destroy Honest Delivery Businesses - Streetsblog New York City

The Delivery Protection Act could destroy my small business.

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Feb 24 • 12:02 AM EST • Business • nyc.streetsblog.org
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COUNTERPOINT: Don’t Let Politics Destroy Honest Delivery Businesses - Streetsblog New York City

The Delivery Protection Act could destroy my small business.

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Feb 24 • 12:02 AM EST • Politics • nyc.streetsblog.org
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Chad Johnson speculates on Floyd Mayweather’s motives for coming back

Chad Johnson can not seem to understand why Floyd Mayweather would come out of retirement to fight Manny Pacquiao.

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Feb 23 • 10:43 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
The Willow-Carver girls winner is a step closer to state after pulling away in the 2nd half

No. 13-seeded Willow trailed by just four points at halftime, but a strong second-half scoring effort from No. 4-seeded Carver resulted in a 56-40 win for the Rams on Monday

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Feb 23 • 9:50 PM EST • Sports • nola.com
Girona loses three points at Mendizorrotza.

Girona earned a point at Mendizorrotza after drawing 2-2 against Deportivo Alavés in an intense match that was decided in the final moments. Míchel's team managed to respond to the initial blow from...

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Feb 23 • 6:15 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Former Chuck E. Cheese Entertainment CEO Takes Same Post With Topgolf

Plus: Former Topgolf CEO named to same role with Oh YAAS, Vista Bank appoints new south Dallas president and more.

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Feb 23 • 3:05 PM EST • Entertainment • dmagazine.com
Microsoft says bug in classic Outlook hides the mouse pointer

Microsoft is investigating a known issue that causes the mouse pointer to disappear in the classic Outlook desktop email client for some users.

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Feb 23 • 2:40 PM EST • Technology • bleepingcomputer.com
Economist: China’s politics, not prices, driving U.S. ag purchases

The chief commodities economist with StoneX Group says he’s recently become more optimistic about China buying more ag products from the United States. Arlan Suderman tells Brownfield President Xi Jinping is dealing with internal Chinese politics and he needs U.S. support. “My bias at this point is he will survive it, but in the meantime, […]

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Feb 23 • 2:30 PM EST • Politics • brownfieldagnews.com
Delroy Lindo calls out BAFTA response to N-word controversy at awards show

Delroy Lindo said he was disappointed that nobody from BAFTA spoke to him or Michael B. Jordan after a racial slur was yelled while the 'Sinnners' stars were on stage at Sunday's ceremony.

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Feb 23 • 1:02 PM EST • Entertainment • ew.com
Prior authorization is a top health care burden, KFF poll finds

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

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Feb 23 • 12:49 PM EST • Health • cleveland.com
PS Plus Essential March Games Leak May Disappoint PS5 Owners

A new leak regarding the upcoming PS Plus Essential March 2026 games has appeared online, and may leave some fans a bit disappointed.

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Feb 23 • 12:48 PM EST • Technology • playstationlifestyle.net
New Leadership Team Set to Shape the Next Era of Assassin’s Creed

Today, Vantage Studios, a Ubisoft subsidiary, announced the appointment of three seasoned leaders who will play a pivotal role in driving the Assassin’s Creed brand’s long-term vision.

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Feb 23 • 11:00 AM EST • Technology • news.ubisoft.com
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 »

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Feb 23 • 10:04 AM EST • Entertainment • cdcgaming.com
Serena Williams brings athlete discipline to business leadership in ‘The CEO Club’ series

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Serena Williams may have traded match points for meetings, but the hustle doesn’t stop — even during interviews. When Williams logged onto Zoom for an interview with The Associated…

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Feb 23 • 9:47 AM EST • Business • wtop.com
Serena Williams brings athlete discipline to business leadership in 'The CEO Club' series

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Serena Williams may have traded match points for meetings, but the hustle doesn’t stop — even during interviews.

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Feb 23 • 9:43 AM EST • Business • wral.com
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The challenge of the current generation of Black politicians

Black political power has reached a high point, with record numbers of Black members in the House and Senate, but Black voters are still asking what Black political power has done for them, as they…

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Feb 23 • 9:30 AM EST • Politics • thehill.com
How I booked my first business-class flight with points

These are the steps I took to book my first business-class flight with Virgin Atlantic for a trip to London, including how I transferred Amex points for the redemption.

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Feb 23 • 9:00 AM EST • Business • thepointsguy.com
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California Democrats back establishment candidates despite progressive pushback

California Democrats endorsed aging incumbents and party insiders over grassroots challengers, disappointing progressives.

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Feb 23 • 8:30 AM EST • Politics • calmatters.org
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PENN Entertainment Appoints Heather Ace, Jeffrey Fox and Fabio Schiavolin To Board

PENN Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: PENN) today announced the appointment of three new independent directors, Heather Ace, Jeffrey Fox and Fabio... Read More

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Feb 23 • 7:07 AM EST • Entertainment • citybiz.co
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...

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Feb 23 • 7:00 AM EST • Entertainment • businesswire.com
With billions on the line, Chicago faces turning point on publicly funded stadiums

Chicago's professional sports teams have shaped its global identity for decades. Now they're at the heart of a rare, generational choice for local officials: Should taxpayers foot the bill?

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Feb 23 • 6:51 AM EST • Business • chicagobusiness.com
GO Pass: Road to Kalos

The GO Pass is a free, limited-time progression track where you earn rewards by collecting GO Points. All Trainers will receive GO Pass: Road to Kalos for free on Monday, February 23, at 10:00 a.m. local time. You can earn GO Points and rank up through Sunday, March 1, at 6:00 p.m. local time. From […]

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Feb 23 • 5:46 AM EST • Technology • pokemongohub.net
Android's Weather 'app' is going away, and what's left behind is disappointing

It is being replaced by generic web results.

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Feb 23 • 5:44 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
'Milestone' 40 points hit - can Addicks reach 50?

Addicks' draw with Southampton "deeply satisfying" after Pompey loss, says fan writer Paul Sullivan.

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Feb 23 • 4:54 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Rachel Grage says Q4 haul shows 'energy' behind bid to upset John Rutherford in CD 5

Longshot candidate points to early fundraising.

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Feb 23 • 4:45 AM EST • Politics • floridapolitics.com
Shields beats Crews-Dezurn to retain title

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

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Feb 23 • 2:21 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Jacob Bridgeman reveals Tiger Woods’ message after winning Genesis Invitational

Jacob Bridgeman proudly revealed the conversation he had with Tiger Woods after winning The Genesis Invitational.

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Feb 23 • 2:12 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Watch Clippers fan win $10,000 after making half-court shot

A fan of the Los Angeles Clippers had an unforgettable time on Sunday after taking home $10,000 during halftime.

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Feb 23 • 1:11 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
With Pat Riley watching, Lakers lose rivalry game to Celtics

Luka Doncic had 25 points for the Lakers, but they can't stop the Celtics from the three-point line and lose.

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Feb 22 • 9:24 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Genome Science Revolutionizes Wheat Stem Rust Battle

Key points Genome sequencing of several wheat stem rust strains shows some outbreaks arose independently, overturning assumptions and changing how

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Green, Popoola guide Tulsa to 100-74 romp over UTSA

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

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PRET for impact: Advancing pandemic preparedness in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea

IN THE SPOTLIGHT PRET for impact: Advancing pandemic preparedness in the Democratic People’s Republic of KoreaThe Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPR Korea) is making significant progress in strengthening pandemic preparedness, with dedicated support from the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Office (SEARO) and the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC).Aligned with the WHO Global Influenza Strategy and the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Framework Partnership Contribution High‑Level Implementation Plan III (2024–2030), the country is strengthening its capacity to prepare for and respond to influenza and other respiratory threats. In early 2025, a core team from the Ministry of Public Health of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) participated in a two‑day virtual workshop, which included a mini‑simulation exercise. The workshop was organized by WHO SEARO in collaboration with the Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) Secretariat at WHO headquarters and the WHO Country Office for the DPRK. Read more A REGIONAL CONSULTATION GUIDES WHO SEARO IN DEVELOPING A ROADMAP FOR IMPLEMENTING THE PREPPAREDNESS AND RESILIENCE FOR EMERGING THREATS (PRET) INITIATIVE BASED RESPIRATORY PATHOGEN PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESSInfluenza and other respiratory pathogens with pandemic potential continue to pose major public health risks globally. To strengthen regional preparedness and response, Member States of the WHO South‑East Asia Region (SEAR) convened in Colombo, Sri Lanka, to review and provide input on the draft Roadmap and Action Framework for Broad Respiratory Pathogen Pandemic Planning (2026–2031). Supported through the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC) funds, the proposed roadmap aims to advance robust, integrated preparedness and response capacities for influenza and other respiratory threats across SEAR. This work is aligned with the Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) initiative and the SEAR Strategic Roadmap on Health Security and Health System Resilience for Emergencies Read moreSRI LANKA’S USE OF ANTIVIRALS TO REDUCE THE SEASONAL INFLUENZA BURDEN Sri Lanka is strengthening its influenza response by placing greater emphasis on rapid testing, timely treatment, and integration with maternal health services. With support from WHO, the country is building a stronger evidence base on the burden of influenza and the value of vaccination, advancing a holistic approach to protect vulnerable populations and enhance pandemic preparedness. To reduce hospitalizations and deaths from seasonal influenza, Sri Lanka is taking proactive steps to expand access to rapid diagnostic testing and ensure prompt initiation of treatment. National clinical guidelines recommend the use of oseltamivir for individuals at high risk of complications, helping prevent severe illness and shorten the duration of infection. This strategy not only saves lives but also supports local pharmaceutical production, contributing to a reliable supply of antivirals for both seasonal outbreaks and future pandemics.Read moreBHUTAN BOOSTS PANDEMIC INFLUENZA READINESS WITH PANDEMIC INFLUENZA PREPAREDNESS FRAMEWORK PARTNERSHIP CONTRIBUTION SUPPORTED TRAINING AND SIMULATIONSOriginally developed in 2012, the National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NIPPRP) has long served as Bhutan’s central framework for managing influenza threats. In 2024, the plan underwent a comprehensive update to reflect evolving global and regional guidance, lessons learned from the COVID‑19 pandemic, and new capacities developed under the PIP Framework. The revised NIPPRP is now more clearly aligned with Bhutan’s broader emergency and disaster risk management structures, ensuring a coordinated, whole‑of‑government approach to pandemic response. As part of efforts to strengthen national pandemic preparedness, Bhutan conducted three national‑level training sessions followed by simulation exercises on influenza pandemic preparedness and response at five sentinel hospitals between April and May 2025, with support from the PIP Partnership Contribution (PC). These activities brought together more than 140 health professionals and key partners from across the country, with a focus on operationalizing the updated NIPPRP and enhancing readiness at key frontline facilities. Read moreSTRENGTHENING INFLUENZA SURVEILLANCE: WHO BRINGS TOGETHER INFLUENZA EXPERTS FROM SOUTH-EAST ASIA AND WESTERN PACIFIC REGIONSThe World Health Organization (WHO) convened the 18th Bi‑regional Meeting of National Influenza Centres (NICs) and Influenza Surveillance for the WHO South‑East Asia and Western Pacific Regions from 9–11 September 2025. Hosted by the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Office (SEARO), the meeting brought together representatives from Member States, Territories, and Areas across both regions, alongside experts from the WHO Collaborating Centres for Reference and Research on Influenza in Australia and Japan, the WHO Collaborating Centre for Studies on the Ecology of Influenza in Animals in the United States, quadripartite partners (WOAH and FAO), and other technical counterparts. The consultation provided a platform to review progress, share experiences, and outline priorities for strengthening influenza and respiratory pathogen surveillance across the two WHO regions.Read moreNETWORKS AND TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIPSSTRENGTHENING PANDEMIC READINES: SOUTH-EAST ASIA ADVANCES UNITY STUDIES UNDER THE PANDEMIC INFLUENZA PREPAREDNESS INITIATIVEThe WHO Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System (GISRS) Investigations & Studies initiative, also known as Unity Studies, provides a standardized, globally coordinated framework to support these efforts. Originally developed for influenza and adapted during COVID-19, Unity Studies enable countries to conduct rapid, nationally led investigations and studies to assess transmissibility, severity, susceptibility, and intervention effectiveness. To better prepare for future influenza pandemics, WHO has recently launched a network of sites which will be ready to conduct these investigations and studies rapidly in the event of a pandemic, or epidemic of an emerging or re-emerging respiratory pathogen. The WHO South-East Asia Region now hosts six sites of WHO GISRS Unity Studies across the five countries including Sri Lanka, strengthening regional capacity for early pandemic investigations. From 13–16 July 2025 in Colombo, the Global Public Health Summit offered an opportunity to advance this agenda. Read moreSTRENGTHENING PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESS THROUGH UNITY STUDIES: REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS FROM INDIA IN WHO’S SOUTH-EAST ASIA REGION As countries continue to strengthen their pandemic preparedness through investments in resilient health systems during the interpandemic period, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System (GISRS) Investigations & Studies Global Initiative, Global Initiative, commonly known as Unity Studies, remains a vital framework for respiratory pathogen pandemic preparedness. These standardized epidemiological protocols enable countries to rapidly generate high‑quality data on transmissibility, infection severity, population immunity, and the effectiveness of public health interventions. To highlight how Unity Studies protocols are being adapted and applied in national settings, WHO Headquarters, together with WHO Regional Offices, including the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Office (SEARO), hosted a global webinar. The session showcased case studies from India and the United Kingdom (UK), demonstrating innovative approaches to respiratory virus surveillance and pandemic readiness. Read moreSTRENGTHENING REGIONAL INFLUENZA SURVEILLANCE AND PREPAREDNESS: WHO SEARO HOSTS HIGH-LEVEL WEBINAR AMID RISING H5 THREATS In response to the increasing detection of avian influenza A(H5) cases in humans globally and within the WHO South‑East Asia Region, the WHO Regional Office for South‑East Asia (SEARO) convened a regional webinar on 25 July 2025 to review preparedness mechanisms, strengthen surveillance pathways, and promote timely reporting of unusual respiratory events. The virtual session brought together more than 50 participants from Ministries of Health, National Influenza Centres (NICs), National IHR Focal Points (NFPs), WHO Headquarters, WHO Country Offices across the Region, and WHO Collaborating Centres (CCs) for influenza. The webinar provided an opportunity to share situational updates, discuss surveillance gaps, and reinforce coordination mechanisms critical for early detection and rapid response to avian influenza threats. Read moreOther Key PIP Updates (July-December 2025)MEMBER STATES:Bangladesh drafted and conducted a series of Core Group Meetings in 2025 to review and update the National Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan for Respiratory Pathogens. In addition, the country carried out Rapid Response Team (RRT) trainings on seasonal and avian influenza and other re‑emerging infectious diseases. Bangladesh also updated its epidemiological data‑training programme for physicians at sentinel surveillance sites, using a revised epidemiological data‑collection tool.Bhutan revised and updated its National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NIPPRP) in 2025 and developed a national Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for influenza outbreak management. DPR Korea conducted a nationwide simulation exercise in July 2025 to support the update of its National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Plan (2019). This followed a PRET‑based virtual orientation and mini‑simulation exercise held in May 2025 by SEARO and the WHO PRET Secretariat. The comprehensive exercise, conducted across central and provincial levels, assessed strengths and gaps in pandemic influenza preparedness and response. The feedback gathered has been incorporated into the revised draft plan to address identified weaknesses and strengthen overall readiness.India conducted a targeted nationwide online re‑orientation training on review and updates to the influenza portal for all State Surveillance Officers (SSOs) and relevant officials using the Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP). The training emphasized correct marking and reporting of influenza samples as “unsubtypable” or “not subtyped” where applicable, to ensure accurate national surveillance.Maldives conducted simulation exercises in three atolls based on its existing National Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NPPRP). The country plans to conduct similar exercises in three additional atolls after updating the NPPRP in 2026. In addition, Maldives conducted training on FluID and FluMart as part of a broader data‑management training package for Ministry of Health and Health Protection Agency officials, aimed at improving routine reporting to WHO platforms and the DHIS2 system.In Myanmar, technical support was provided to the National Influenza Centre (NIC) through dedicated human‑resource support (January–December 2025) to sustain data management and laboratory detection capacity for influenza and other emerging and re‑emerging respiratory viruses. This support also included strengthening genomic sequencing capacity.Nepal conducted a consultative workshop on the National Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NPPRP) in July 2025. The workshop engaged key stakeholders from multiple sectors to review lessons from past pandemic responses, assess current mechanisms, and gather critical inputs for strengthening national preparedness. Key recommendations included revising the 2019 NPPRP and developing an updated Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Plan aligned with emerging risks, national priorities, and relevant international frameworks. Nepal also held a two day workshop dedicated to advancing the National Action Plan for Genomic Surveillance, aimed at reinforcing the country’s capacities for early detection and monitoring of emerging respiratory pathogens.Sri Lanka received the final report from WHO on the feasibility assessment for conducting an Influenza Burden of Disease (BoD) study in the country. The assessment, conducted from 28 April to 9 May 2025, included a desk review of existing data sources, document review, visits to sentinel surveillance sites, and key informant interviews. The study identified critical data sources required for a future BoD assessment, as well as their availability and quality. Officials from the Epidemiology Unit, the National Influenza Centre (NIC), and SARI/ILI sentinel hospitals across the country participated in the assessment.Timor Leste conducted on‑the‑job training and monitoring activities at two sentinel surveillance sites to strengthen surveillance and laboratory capacity for the detection of SARI, ILI, ARI, and other respiratory infections. REGIONAL OFFICE:SEARO conducted a Member States Consultation on the first draft of the Regional Roadmap and Strategic Action Framework for implementing WHO’s PRET‑based broad respiratory pathogen pandemic planning for 2026–2031. The consultation took place on 29–30 October 2025 during the final two days of the Regional PIP PC Annual Review and PRET Meeting in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Participants included representatives from Member States, WHO Country Offices, WHO SEARO, WHO Headquarters, partner agencies, and invited multidisciplinary technical experts. They reviewed the draft and provided detailed feedback, which has since been incorporated into a revised version. The consultation helped shape a shared regional vision for robust, PRET‑aligned pandemic preparedness, building on country‑level progress, addressing existing gaps and challenges, and aligning with global and regional health security frameworks. The publication is planned for release during the SEAR regional committee in 2026.SEARO documented the evolution of the National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Planning process in the Region, tracing its development from its origins as a planning tool for responding to avian influenza outbreaks in 2006, through the experiences of the 2009 and 2019 pandemics, to the current status. The document outlines the way forward for respiratory pathogen pandemic planning across all 10 SEAR countries, aligning future national plans with WHO’s PRET Framework for broad respiratory pathogen pandemic preparedness.The Infectious Hazard Management (IHM) Unit has drafted the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Guidance on Influenza Prevention and Control, aligned with the Global Influenza Strategy and other regional initiatives. The draft is currently under review. Although this technical product was developed in response to a request from the Ministry of Public Health of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (MoPH‑DPRK), SEARO is finalizing it for use not only in DPRK but also across all Member States in the Region.The Immunization and Vaccine Development (IVD) Unit, in collaboration with WHE/SEARO, completed a regional landscape analysis on key barriers, challenges, and opportunities for the introduction of seasonal influenza vaccination in WHO South‑East Asia Regional (SEAR) countries.Additionally, the Immunization and Vaccine Development (IVD) Unit has completed a regional landscape analysis of influenza vaccine procurement systems across the WHO South‑East Asia Region (SEAR).KEY MEETINGS AND PUBLICATIONSMEETINGS:Six-month progress review of the implementation of the PIP-PC workplans in SEAR, focusing on Outputs 1 and 2 for the period January to June 2025, and held virtually across three sessions on 4, 8, and 10 July 2025. Read moreAnnual Regional Meeting (Hybrid) on Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC) and WHO’s Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) Implementation in SEAR in Colombo, Sri Lanka, 27 to 30 October 2025. Read more18th Bi-regional Meeting (Virtual) of National Influenza Centres (NICs) and influenza surveillance in WHO South-East Asia and Western Pacific Regions from 9 to 11 September 2025. Read morePUBLICATIONSImplications of influenza A virus surveillance in Southeast Asian Region countries: a scoping review of approaches for the surveillance of swine influenza viruses at human-swine interfaces. Read moreAnnual South-East Asia regional meeting on operational planning for implementation of global influenza strategy and preparedness for respiratory viruses in 2025 Report on annual review meeting of implementation of pandemic influenza preparedness (PIP) partnership Contribution (PC) Fund in South-East Asia Region and the simulation exercise on PRET Status of influenza in who south-East Asia Region

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Feb 22 • 7:00 PM EST • Health • who.int
Dawkins' 22 help Youngstown State down Northern Kentucky 64-58

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (AP) Bryson Dawkins had 22 points in Youngstown State's 64-58 win against Northern Kentucky on Sunday.

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Feb 22 • 5:13 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Braden Sparks scores 21 and Fairfield beats Quinnipiac 85-79

HAMDEN, Conn. (AP) Braden Sparks had 21 points in Fairfield's 85-79 victory against Quinnipiac on Sunday.

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Feb 22 • 5:09 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Lovejoy's 33 lead Detroit Mercy past Green Bay 74-70

DETROIT (AP) Orlando Lovejoy scored 33 points as Detroit Mercy beat Green Bay 74-70 on Sunday.

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Feb 22 • 4:05 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Apple's rumored new MacBook sounds like a nightmare for budget Windows laptops

A cheaper entry point into the Apple ecosystem

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Feb 22 • 3:24 PM EST • Technology • tomsguide.com
Geoff Sprouse scores 28, American defeats Lafayette 75-61

EASTON, Pa. (AP) Geoff Sprouse's 28 points helped American defeat Lafayette 75-61 on Sunday.

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Feb 22 • 2:42 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Business People: Minnesota Black Chamber names Yoland Pierson president and CEO

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

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Feb 22 • 1:01 PM EST • Business • twincities.com
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CAA Men’s Basketball Recap

A 24-point performance from Shane Blakeney helped Drexel pick up its first win over Towson since 2023 with a 68-62 victory at home on Sunday.

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Feb 22 • 11:15 AM EST • Sports • caasports.com
Netflix disappoints subscribers with adaptation of famous science-fiction saga

An unkillable sci-fi franchise just ran into the only foe it can’t outpace: the algorithm. What set off a clash between artistic ambition, canon loyalists, and the cold math of streaming?

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Feb 22 • 9:21 AM EST • Science • 3dvf.com
Nintendo offering refunds for poor Xenoblade Chronicles X Switch 2 upgrade

Nintendo has apparently started refunding those who have asked for their money back for the disappointing Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade. There have been numerous…

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Feb 22 • 6:37 AM EST • Technology • mynintendonews.com
WTF? Is political discourse becoming coarser or par for the course?

The country's political debate is increasingly peppered with profanity but subjects such as immigration have been flashpoints for centuries.

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Feb 22 • 5:03 AM EST • Politics • usatoday.com
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Sellers' 21 help Providence beat DePaul 71-68

CHICAGO (AP) Jaylin Sellers' 21 points helped Providence defeat DePaul 71-68 on Saturday night.

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Feb 22 • 1:09 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Saint Mary's defeats Washington State 83-67

PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) Joshua Dent scored 22 points as Saint Mary's beat Washington State 83-67 on Saturday.

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Feb 22 • 12:59 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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UCSD earns 71-69 victory against UC Irvine

IRVINE, Calif. (AP) Hudson Mayes scored 17 points as UCSD beat UC Irvine 71-69 on Saturday.

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Feb 22 • 12:41 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Idaho wins 86-80 over Sacramento State

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) Biko Johnson scored 25 points as Idaho beat Sacramento State 86-80 on Saturday.

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Feb 22 • 12:39 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Harper's 29 lead Oral Roberts past South Dakota 67-62

TULSA, Okla. (AP) Ty Harper scored 29 points as Oral Roberts beat South Dakota 67-62 on Saturday.

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Feb 22 • 12:21 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Fulks' late foul shots help UCF sink Utah 73-71

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) Themus Fulks scored 24 points and made his only two foul shots of the night with three seconds left and UCF beat Utah 73-71 on Saturday night.

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Feb 22 • 12:04 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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3 takeaways from Utah’s loss to UCF

Utes had their chances, but the Knights made the plays to earn a 2-point win.

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Feb 22 • 12:01 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Fitzpatrick's 32 lead New Haven over Fairleigh Dickinson 84-77

TEANECK, N.J. (AP) Jabri Fitzpatrick's 32 points led New Haven over Fairleigh Dickinson 84-77 on Saturday.

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Feb 21 • 11:33 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Eastern Kentucky defeats Bellarmine 95-92

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) MJ Williams had 19 points, nine assists and six rebounds in Eastern Kentucky's 95-92 victory over Bellarmine on Saturday.

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Feb 21 • 10:40 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Giles, Okorafor guide Wichita State past Temple 69-57

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

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Feb 21 • 8:52 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Bethune-Cookman defeats Alabama A&M 85-76

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) Jakobi Heady had 19 points in Bethune-Cookman's 85-76 win over Alabama A&M on Saturday.

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Feb 21 • 8:22 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Candelino scores 16 as Lipscomb beats North Alabama 73-51

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Ross Candelino had 16 points in Lipscomb's 73-51 victory over North Alabama on Saturday.

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Feb 21 • 7:50 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Thomas' 23 lead Northwestern State over Houston Christian 71-53

NATCHITOCHES, La. (AP) Micah Thomas scored 23 points as Northwestern State beat Houston Christian 71-53 on Saturday.

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Feb 21 • 7:33 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
South Alabama defeats Troy 65-54

MOBILE, Ala. (AP) Chaze Harris scored 17 points, Jayden Cooper also scored 17, and South Alabama beat Troy 65-54 on Saturday.

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Feb 21 • 6:34 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Barbour's 30 lead Harvard past Cornell 73-54

ITHACA, N.Y. (AP) Tey Barbour scored 30 points as Harvard beat Cornell 73-54 on Saturday.

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Feb 21 • 4:50 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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CIA retracts and revises reports for 'bias' after review by Trump-appointed board

CIA Director John Ratcliffe said the changes would affect 19 reports from the last decade and highlighted three from the Biden and Obama administrations.

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Feb 21 • 1:50 PM EST • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Analysis: Supreme Court gives Trump — and the rest of the GOP — a gift in disguise

The Supreme Court on Friday dealt President Donald Trump perhaps the most significant rebuke of his second term. The justices, including two Trump appointees, struck down Trump’s signature economic policy: his global tariffs.

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Feb 21 • 1:00 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Trump reveals his 'new hero' Supreme Court justice after tariffs ruling

President Donald Trump called one Supreme Court justice his "new hero" after the high court blocked his presidential tariff powers in a 6-3 ruling.

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Feb 21 • 11:45 AM EST • Politics • foxnews.com
At the World’s Largest General Science Meeting, Surviving Trump Is the Topic

“This is really a turning point and we’re in a historical transition at present.”

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Feb 21 • 9:00 AM EST • Science • 404media.co
Woman killed in UIC lot was on way to appointment with infant; suspect found dead: investigators

The person accused of fatally shooting a woman with a baby in a West Side hospital parking garage earlier this month was found dead, officials said.

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Feb 21 • 8:42 AM EST • Health • abc7chicago.com
In tariff case, Supreme Court justices bicker over treating Trump and Biden differently

Justice Neil Gorsuch, who was appointed by President Donald Trump, was unusually direct in suggesting some of his colleagues were treating presidents of opposing parties differently.

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Feb 21 • 5:00 AM EST • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Feb. 20 Sports Caravan

Smith Valley's Luke Lannom had 26 points as the Bulldogs beat Spring Mountain 81-53 to advance to the 1A state championship

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Feb 21 • 3:17 AM EST • Sports • kolotv.com
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Xenoblade Chronicles X's new Nintendo Switch 2 Edition has some issues

Some fans are disappointed with the new Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition over visual issues - here's what's going on.

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Feb 21 • 12:00 AM EST • Technology • nintendoeverything.com
Timberwolves ace Edwards sends Mavericks to worst slump in decades

Anthony Edwards condemned the Dallas Mavericks to a 10th consecutive loss -- their worst slump since 1998 -- scoring 40 points in an ultimately convincing win Friday for the Minnesota Timberwolves.For Dallas, a 10th straight loss leaves the Mavericks marooned in 12th in the Western Conference, and outside of playoff contention.

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Feb 20 • 11:36 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Kennedy's 32 lead Merrimack past Siena 79-72 in OT

NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. (AP) Kevair Kennedy scored 32 points to lead Merrimack over Siena 79-72 in overtime on Friday night.

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Feb 20 • 11:15 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Angel Reese score 13 points in Unrivaled season debut

Reese scored 13 points and grabbed 8 rebounds in her season debut.

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Feb 20 • 10:37 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Fairfield defeats Sacred Heart 78-68

FAIRFIELD, Conn. (AP) Braden Sparks scored 21 points as Fairfield beat Sacred Heart 78-68 on Friday night.

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Feb 20 • 9:26 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Menard scores 30, Marist downs Manhattan 84-70

RIVERDALE, N.Y. (AP) Justin Menard put up 30 points as Marist beat Manhattan 84-70 on Friday night.

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Feb 20 • 9:24 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Justice Department says interim US attorney is fired hours after Virginia judges appoint him to replace Trump loyalist

Just hours after the federal judges in the Eastern District of Virginia appointed a new interim US attorney to replace Trump loyalist Lindsey Halligan, the administration said he is fired.

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Feb 20 • 9:18 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Lyles scores 26, Akron defeats Ball State 78-65

MUNCIE, Ind. (AP) Amani Lyles scored 26 points to help Akron defeat Ball State 78-65 on Friday.

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Feb 20 • 9:12 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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N.Y. health commissioner highlights key points of state budget proposal

The New York state budget is constitutionally mandated to be passed by April 1.

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Feb 20 • 8:19 PM EST • Health • spectrumlocalnews.com
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Business Lookahead: Nvidia earnings take center stage

STORY: As global markets react to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on President Trump's tariffs, Nvidia earnings head for center stage. These are the stories to watch in business and finance in the coming week. :: Nvidia's momentMarkets will be watching for Nvidia's quarterly results Wednesday...as investors worry about returns on AI spending and industry disruptions caused by the emerging tech.Nvidia shares have soared following the launch of ChatGPT in late 2022.But shares of the company and others in the "Magnificent Seven" have stalled so far in 2026.:: Anniversary angstTuesday marks the four-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.While the push for a ceasefire continues, getting one over the line remains difficult.Ukraine has faced sustained pressure to agree to a deal that could mean painful concessions, as Russian forces pound its power grid and slowly advance on the battlefield.The International Monetary Fund looks set to rubberstamp extended support, meaning Kyiv's bonds are flying high.:: Key Australia dataAustralia's consumer price reading Wednesday will be closely watched by investors, who are betting the central bank will hike rates at least once more this year.Earlier this month, Australia's central bank became the only one in the G10 outside Japan to tighten policy, as it struggles to bring inflation under control in a supply-constrained economy.:: British uneaseBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a reckoning Thursday in a Manchester special election.Investors will be watching the results closely. Friday could be another volatile day for British markets and Westminster.British gilts and the pound wobbled earlier this month as a crisis engulfed Starmer over what he knew of Peter Mandelson's links to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein when he appointed the former as U.S. ambassador.

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Feb 20 • 6:27 PM EST • Business • finance.yahoo.com
NC mental health overhaul: Coastal Horizons sees high demand as state releases year-one progress report

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services said it is working to meet growing demand. Secretary Dev Sangvai said the state has reached a turning point.

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Feb 20 • 6:08 PM EST • Health • wect.com
Cowboys release linebacker Logan Wilson with latest offseason move

The Dallas Cowboys are releasing veteran linebacker Logan Wilson from the roster in their latest offseason move.

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Feb 20 • 3:59 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
How to watch Trump's 2026 State of the Union

With midterm elections on the horizon, a number of pain points threaten to overshadow the list of accomplishments Trump is sure to tout during his big, primetime speech.

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Feb 20 • 3:05 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Russell Westbrook’s wife receives email wishing death upon family after Kings’ loss

The message expressed hope the Westbrooks would die in a car crash because the Kings point guard finished with fewer than 10 points.

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Feb 20 • 1:57 PM EST • Sports • nytimes.com
Ubisoft confirms a lot of new Far Cry and Assassin's Creed games are in development

Ubisoft has not one, but two Far Cry games currently in development.

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Feb 20 • 11:57 AM EST • Technology • eurogamer.net
Where Does Politics Take Place?

The starkest, most disquieting scene from the film was printed on postcards and handed out at the door. We picked up our postcards as we […]

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Feb 20 • 9:00 AM EST • Politics • thepointmag.com