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What a day at a gas station in Pennsylvania reveals about the midterms: From the Politics Desk
Plus, an update on the talks to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
Credit Acceptance Appoints Steffen Schumann as Chief Business Officer
New Role Strengthens Enterprise Business Planning, Pricing Strategy, and Performance Management to Support Disciplined GrowthSouthfield, Michigan, March 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Credit Acceptance Corporation (Nasdaq: CACC) (referred to as the “Company”, “Credit Acceptance”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) today announced that Steffen Schumann has joined the Company as Chief Business Officer, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Vinayak Hegde. In this newly created role, Schumann will help drive growth
Curis Provides Fourth Quarter 2025 Business Update
Curis, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRIS), a biotechnology company focused on the development of emavusertib (CA-4948), an orally available, small molecule IRAK4 and FLT3 inhibitor, today reported its business update and financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
Curis Provides Fourth Quarter 2025 Business Update
/PRNewswire/ -- Curis, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRIS), a biotechnology company focused on the development of emavusertib (CA-4948), an orally available, small molecule...
Google introduces a new way for users to sideload Android apps that still protects against scams
Google is making Android sideloading easier with a new advanced setting that lets users disable app verification after a multi-step security process.
Accenture Collaborates with Microsoft to Bring Agentic Security and Business Resilience to the Front Lines of Cyber Defense
NEW YORK, March 19, 2026--Accenture today announced new assets and capabilities for its Adaptive Managed Extended Detection and Response (MxDR).
Implementing the Trump Administration’s America First Global Health Strategy in Angola - United States Department of State
Today, the United States and the Republic of Angola signed a five-year bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), advancing the Trump Administration’s America First Global Health Strategy in Africa. Working with Congress, the Department of State intends to provide $71 million to support HIV, malaria, and global health security programming, while Angola will invest […]
Babson Taps Multigenerational Business Leaders for 2026 Commencement Addresses
CEO and Executive Chairman of Metropoulos & Co. C. Dean Metropoulos '67, MBA'68, will give the undergraduate Commencement address, with Cisneros CEO Adriana Cisneros speaking at the graduate Commencement ceremony.Wellesley, Massachusetts--(Newsfile Corp. - March 19, 2026) - Babson College will honor the achievements of more than 740 undergraduate and 540 graduate members of the Class of 2026 before thousands of family members, faculty, friends, colleagues, and peers in separate on-campus...
True Bill Talk: Prosecution & Politics
The March 14 episode of True Bill Talk shifts the podcast’s focus from its typically local level to a national one. Nelson Bunn is the Executive Director of the National District Attorneys Association (NDAA), an organization that influences the policies of thousands of prosecutors across the country. In a conversation with host Alissa Marque Heydari, […]
WATCH: Senate Homeland Security advances Markwayne Mullin's nomination for DHS
Keypoint Intelligence Launches Keypoint Engage, Delivering AI-Powered Business Execution as a Service
Keypoint Intelligence today announced the launch of Keypoint Intelligence Keypoint Engage, a new suite of AI-powered execution services designed to help organizations turn trusted industry operations intelligence into measurable business results across sales, marketing, and customer service.
WATCH LIVE: Gabbard, Patel, Ratcliffe testify in House hearing on national security threats
German Health Minister Nina Warken and WHO Hub in Berlin highlight 2025 achievements
Germany’s Federal Minister of Health, Nina Warken, visited the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence in Berlin today to review progress and launch its 2025 Annual Report. The report highlights advances in using artificial intelligence, data science and pathogen genomics to strengthen global preparedness for future pandemics.In 2025, the WHO Hub in Berlin worked with more than 160 Member States and over 190 partners to help countries and organizations develop new systems and tools to detect and understand new public health threats as quickly as possible, whenever and wherever they occur.BMG to confirm whether they wish to contribute a quote. “Detecting outbreaks early is one of the most effective ways to save lives and prevent epidemics from becoming global crises,” said Federal Minister of Health Nina Warken. “Germany is proud to host and support the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence. Its work strengthens our safety at home and helps protect people worldwide.”Artificial intelligence is increasingly transforming the detection of outbreaks. In 2025, the Hub launched an upgraded version of the Epidemic Intelligence from Open Sources (EIOS) system, which uses enhanced AI functions to scan global online information in real time and help experts quickly identify unusual health events. The system is now used by 120 countries.To better anticipate health threats, countries need information beyond traditional health data. The Hub supports countries in implementing Collaborative Surveillance, which integrates data on climate, animals, travel, and population movement to provide a more comprehensive and real-time understanding of health threats.The Hub also expanded global access to pathogen genomics, which helps scientists detect new pathogens, such as viruses and bacteria, understand how they spread and how dangerous they may become. Through the International Pathogen Surveillance Network (IPSN), the WHO Hub in Berlin worked with 309 partners in 101 countries to expand access to these technologies.“We are in a new era of global health threats, and we need new tools to face tomorrow’s challenges,” said Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, Executive Director of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme. “The WHO Hub in Berlin helps countries use data and technology more effectively so they can identify risks earlier and respond faster. No country can address these threats alone. Strong cooperation remains our best defence.”“Berlin offers an ideal environment for our work. We collaborate closely with world-leading institutions such as the Robert Koch Institute and the Charité Center for Global Health,” said Dr Oliver Morgan, Head of the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence. “Germany has supported the WHO Hub since its establishment, and we are pleased to welcome Federal Minister Nina Warken to the Hub today. This strong partnership helps us advance innovation in pandemic and epidemic intelligence and better support countries to prepare for future health threats.”The Hub is expanding the use of advanced analytics and mathematical modelling to forecast how outbreaks may develop and to assess which response measures are most effective. Through its Collaboratory, the Hub connects modelers and analysts with governments to ensure their work addresses real public health needs. In 2025, the community grew to 1300 members from 50 countries and 200 institutions. An AI-powered pandemic simulator, currently in the prototyping phase, will help decision-makers compare outbreak scenarios and help identify effective disease control measures.
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Nextdoor Promotes Tony Castellanos to Executive Vice President, People as AI-Driven People Strategy Becomes Core to Business Growth
SAN FRANCISCO, March 19, 2026--Nextdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: NXDR), the essential neighborhood network, today announced the promotion of Tony Castellanos to Executive Vice President, People. Castellanos will lead Nextdoor's People organization — including talent acquisition, compensation, HR business partnering, and benefits — as the company deepens its investment in AI-enabled People operations and continues to scale its workforce strategy.
Denounce 'abject' Afcon decision
Caf executive committee member Augustin Senghor says the decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 Afcon title is "unacceptable, abject and we have to denounce it".
Molecule in python blood could pave way for new obesity drugs, scientists say
Researchers find snake metabolite that suppresses appetite of obese mice ‘without some of side-effects’ of GLP-1 drugs
Political operatives with Trump ties raked in millions of dollars in commissions from DHS ad campaign
The ads became a sore spot within the White House over Kristi Noem.
Inside The Business of Beauty and Amazon Beauty’s Paris Dinner With Industry Leaders
Founders, C-Suite executives and creative leaders from brands including Augustinus Bader, L’Oréal, Louis Vuitton Beauty, Caudalie, Prada Beauty, Hermès, Sisley Paris and Vyrao Beauty joined The Business of Beauty and Amazon Beauty for dinner in the French capital.
TSA officers are the latest aviation workers to be used as ‘political pawns.’ Now, they just want the shutdown to end
For over a month, Transportation Security Administration employees have been showing up to work at US airports without getting paid.
SK pharmteco Reaffirms Three-Business-Unit Strategy, Strengthens Global Gene Therapy Business Unit with Funding Commitment
RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif., March 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SK pharmteco today announced a significant funding commitment to support strategic initiatives within its viral vector business, while reaffirming its long-term growth strategy across three business units: small molecule, peptides, and viral vectors. SK pharmteco is sharpening its strategy to provide pharmaceutical and biotechnology partners with the financial strength, technical rigor, and operational infrastructure needed for long-term
Rishabh Pant returns to IPL grind, chasing another India comeback
Rishabh Pant is gearing up for a crucial IPL season. He is working hard to regain his spot in India's white-ball squad. Recent practice sessions and time with Yuvraj Singh show his dedication. A strong IPL performance could secure his place for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Pant is focused on his game and mental strength.
Politics of Indigenous peoples in the West
Indigenous communities increasingly influence energy, security and electoral dynamics across the Americas.
Leading Chinese remote-sensing scientist Zhang Jinshui dies at 47
Beijing Normal professor led major R&D programmes and was instrumental in enhancing the country’s food security with satellite technologies.
Galaxy S25 series starts getting a new software update
Samsung has started rolling out the March 2026 security update to the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Drones over base where Rubio, Hegseth live raise security concerns
Lockdowns at U.S. bases and a global security alert underscore concerns that Iranian retaliation could extend to officials on American soil.
One 'freaking snake' and no apologies: How the Mullin hearing went off the rails
Senator Rand Paul has made it clear he has little regard for President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Department of Homeland Security, fellow Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin. So the...
A new iPhone hacking tool puts some iOS 18 users at risk
Google and its cybersecurity research partners have discovered a new hack called "DarkSword" that can instantly access data from iPhones running iOS 18.
NN, Inc. Provides Update on Business Growth in the Data Center, AI Reasoning, and Cloud Computing Markets
CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NN, Inc. (“NN” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NNBR), a global diversified industrial company that engineers and manufactures high-precision components and assemblies with six sigma quality, today provided an update on its growing presence in the data center market, a key targeted growth market for the Company. NN has secured multiple new awards with a leading global provider of AI infrastructure and data center computing equipment. As this industry
Chicago Booth Partners with MasterClass on AI-Era Business Education
MasterClass Executive, developed in collaboration with OpenAI, brings a new business school experience to working professionals.
Analysis | What to know about Trump’s Homeland Security pick
Sen. Markwayne Mullin isn’t backing down from mass deportations.
Mullin under microscope by Senate colleagues over temperament, stolen valor and ICE in tense DHS confirmation hearing
A typically friendly setting for one of their own turned tense on Capitol Hill Wednesday with senators grilling Markwayne Mullin for roughly three hours as he vies to become President Donald Trump’s next Department of Homeland Security chief.
Bill on foreign influence in Georgia politics returns to Senate
The Georgia House passed a bill requiring disclosure of political spending from countries designated as hostile foreign adversaries, with a 98-65 vote largely along party lines.
Delta CEO slams Washington over unpaid TSA agents, says front-line workers are being used as ‘political chips’
More than 300 agents have quit since the partial shutdown began Feb. 14, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Gavin Adcock ‘The Day I Hang It Up Tour’ includes two Alabama shows: Act fast and secure your tickets
Fans can catch Adcock at popular venues in Orange Beach and Birmingham later this year.
MSG Entertainment and Sphere Entertainment Name Allen Lo Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer
NEW YORK, March 18, 2026--Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) ("MSG Entertainment") and Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) today announced that Allen Lo, a leader with more than 30 years of broad legal experience in the technology and media industries, has been named Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer for both companies, effective March 30.
Rand Paul confronts Markwayne Mullin over past rhetoric at Senate hearing
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., confronted Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., for his past comments saying he "completely understood" why Paul had been physically assaulted and questioned if "someone who applauds violence against their political opponents" is the right person to lead the Department of Homeland Security.
Hundreds of Millions of iPhones Can Be Hacked With a New Tool Found in the Wild
A powerful iPhone-hacking technique known as DarkSword has been discovered in use by Russian hackers. It can take over devices running iOS 18 that simply visit infected websites.
Different uniform, same mission
Tim Barnes, the clinical manager for radiation oncology, has spent 17 years with ECU Health, but started his career in law enforcement.
'The Adding Machine' review: Elmer Rice's play gets a sluggish revival
Elmer Rice's "The Adding Machine," an expressionist classic on automation and worker insecurity, speaks directly to an age in which livelihoods are threatened by AI innovation.
Deep Ellum Foundation calls for new extensive security network to keep entertainment district safe
ICF International Flags 2026 Growth Rebound as Federal Headwinds Ease, Energy Business Accelerates
ICF International (NASDAQ:ICFI) executives outlined the company’s business mix, recent federal headwinds, and growth priorities during a discussion hosted by Canaccord Genuity Senior Research Analyst Jason Tilchin. Anne Choate, president, and Kyle Wiggins, senior vice president for Energy, Environme
SoCal's defense startups secure vital funding boost
A bill to reauthorize Small Business Administration programs that fund defense startups in Southern California and elsewhere passed Congress on Tuesday.
That major MediaTek security flaw may have affected more Android phones than initially reported
Security firm Trustonic has pushed back on claims that its software is vulnerable on MediaTek chips.
Doctor, business owner sentenced to federal prison in tax fraud case
Federal prosecutors say Dr. Nitesh Ratnakar cheated the system and tried to cover it up.
Number of meningitis cases investigated in Kent rises to 20
Figure up from 15, says UK Health Security Agency, as thousands of students to be offered vaccines in coming days
Five new cases of meningitis in Kent, UK Health Security Agency confirms
Two people have died in the outbreak - a 21-year-old university student and Juliette, a sixth form pupil at Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School in Faversham.
Thunder first NBA side to clinch play-off place
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander enjoys 40-point night as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Orlando Magic and become the first NBA team to secure a play-off berth.
Deputy AG Blanche defends DOJ’s work on Epstein case ahead of closed-door Hill briefing
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, ahead of his appearance on Capitol Hill Wednesday, defended the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files and asserted it does not have new evidence to prosecute anyone for crimes related to Jeffrey Epstein, in an interview released Tuesday that forced him to face theories plaguing the department.
Iran puts Trumpism to the test
Oil and gas prices are soaring after Iran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz. And Trump faces a political revolt highlighted Tuesday when a national security official quit.
Kristin Cabot, woman caught on Coldplay kiss cam, blasts ‘hypocritical’ Gwyneth Paltrow and ‘astounding’ Ryan Reynolds for mocking scandal
Woman caught on Coldplay kiss cam blasts ‘hypocritical’ Gwyneth Paltrow and 'astounding' Ryan Reynolds for mocking scandal.
Nintendo Expands Switch 2's GameCube Library This Week
Pokémon XD: Gale Of Darkness is here
NJGOP Calls on Congressional Democrats to End DHS Shutdown, Stop Playing Politics with National Security
NJGOP Calls on Congressional Democrats to End DHS Shutdown, Stop Playing Politics with National Security COLTS NECK — NJGOP Chairwoman Christine Hanlon is calling on Congressional Democrats to end the partial government shutdown keeping the Department of Homeland Security closed and unfunded. A month into the shutdown, TSA wait times are growing at airports across[...]
Ali Larijani, a Top Iranian Politician and Emissary, Is Dead at 67
Mr. Larijani, the top national security official and a confidante of the former supreme leader, expertly navigated Iran’s internal politics and led the brutal crackdown on protests this year.
Apple releases its first Background Security Improvement for macOS, iOS and iPadOS
Apple has started providing small security updates to iOS, iPadOS and macOS devices.
White House offers 5 DHS reforms to Democrats
Funding for the Department of Homeland Security lapsed more than a month ago.
Pappas Statement on Passage of Legislation to Fund Critical Small Business R&D Programs
Today, Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) helped pass the bipartisan Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act to reauthorize the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program for five years. The SBIR and STTR programs provide competitive awards to American small businesses to conduct research and development projects that have the potential for commercialization.
The race for a safe Democratic House seat offers clues about the party’s future
It’s Primary Day in Illinois, where 15 Democrats, spanning three generations, are vying to succeed longtime Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky in the state's 9th Congressional District. We discuss what the race tells us about the future of the Democratic Party.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political reporter Elena Moore, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Cibus Reports Fourth Quarter Financial Results and Provides Business Update
SAN DIEGO, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cibus, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBUS) (the "Company"), a leading agricultural technology company that develops and licenses plant traits to seed companies, today announced its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, and provided a business update. Management will host a conference call and webcast today at 4:30 p.m. ET. Management Commentary Peter Beetham, Interim Chief Executive Officer of Cibus, commented, "2025 was a landmark year that val
Trump's security pick Mullin poised to inherit a DHS beset by challenges
Immigration enforcement is at a crossroads. Disaster-hit states and their lawmakers are angry at delayed federal assistance. Frustrated travelers face long airport security lines due to a monthlong funding battle in Congress.
Joe Kent, top counterterrorism official, says Iran posed no imminent threat as he resigns over Trump's war
Kent, a former political candidate with connections to right-wing extremists, said he “cannot in good conscience” back the Trump administration’s war.
Microsoft combines Copilot teams and moves Mustafa Suleyman to focus on frontier AI models
It's the latest leadership change in a shakeup after a key Microsoft executive announced plans to retire.
Trump’s Gutting of Election Security Fuels Worries for Midterms
Officials say the crippling of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, which the president himself created, could open elections to cyberattacks and foreign influence.
DETROIT PISTONS PARTNERING WITH SCRIPPS SPORTS, TV-20 DETROIT TO BROADCAST FIVE GAMES OVER REMAINDER OF SEASON
The Detroit Pistons announced today that the organization will partner with Scripps Sports and FanDuel Sports Network Detroit for a third consecutive season
Dr. Adia Ross Named President of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist High Point Medical Center
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist has appointed David W. Zaas, M.D., M.B.A., as chief executive officer of the health system, effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Alibaba Consolidates AI Operations Under New Business Group
The new business unit, called Alibaba Token Hub, will be led by Eddie Wu, Alibaba’s chief executive.
Jasmine Crockett confirms member of her security team killed by Dallas police
She said the man, Diamon Robinson, had gone by a different name during his employment. Police said he had "multiple felony warrants" and a parole violation warrant.
NH Executive Council approves $640M in federal funds for GO-NORTH rural health initiative
The funding is aimed at improving access to care for rural patients, developing the rural health care workforce, and boosting technology and innovation.
Sharks' late-game execution in spotlight vs. Oilers
San Jose has had no problem scoring goals and taking leads against Edmonton this season.
OpenAI to cut back on side projects to focus on core business, WSJ reports
ChatGPT-maker OpenAI's top executives are finalizing plans for a major strategy shift to refocus the company around coding and business users, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday.
Get a fuller picture with Fitbit's personal health coach
Learn how Fitbit is helping people take control of their health by linking medical records, improving sleep tracking accuracy and advancing metabolic research. Discover how the Personal Health Coach uses your health history to provide more relevant wellness information while keeping your data private and secure.
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG — Events and programs for the week from Artsbridge: TODAY * Geppetto Woodcarver’s Wood Quilt display, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg * Homeschoolers Music Class, grades K-2 and 3-5, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Parkersburg Public Library * Art is Life/Life is Art, ages 55+, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., […]
CEO Matt Upshaw Takes Ownership of Major Entertainment Marketing Agency Serino Coyne
The CEO of Serino Coyne, Matt Upshaw, has acquired ownership of the agency from its parent company. The agency will retain 100% of its executives, staff, and associates — and move into a new midtown office space.
'Empty refrigerators and eviction notices': TSA union leaders demand end to DHS shutdown
TSA workers in Atlanta face a mounting financial crisis as the Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues, with agents dealing with evictions and hardships.
Trump criticizes allies who aren’t helping secure the Strait of Hormuz
What has been the 49ers’ worst free agency move?
Looking at each move the 49ers made to determine which has been the most peculiar
Fired DHS chief Kristi Noem faces criminal referral from congressional Democrats
Democrats accuse Kristi Noem of making "demonstrably false" statements to Congress regarding DHS contracts and Corey Lewandowski, weeks after her ousting by President Trump.
Republican in Congress resist calls for Iran war hearings, creating a new standoff with Democrats
Some Democrats are threatening this week to force a series of votes on the war, hoping that the efforts to gum up the Senate's voting schedule will prod Republicans to action.
Dem senators call to fund DHS after voting to block it 4 times amid shutdown fight
Government shutdown continues over Department of Homeland Security funding as Democrats seek immigration enforcement reforms amid terror attacks.
ECU Health seeks sustainable contract during UnitedHealthcare renewal, emphasizes commitment to protecting rural health care access
ECU Health remains steadfast in its mission to improve the health and well-being of eastern North Carolina.
Sen. Schmitt accuses Democrats of playing ‘petty politics’ as DHS funding fight continues
Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., discusses the mounting national security concerns amid the DHS shutdown, responds to Democratic criticism of ICE and more on ‘America’s Newsroom.’
The Health Management Academy Featured Among Herald-Tribune’s Notable Healthcare Networking Events in 2026
Herald-Tribune highlights THMA's Executive Convening forums in its roundup of upcoming healthcare events for the
Alibaba CEO takes helm of new AI-focused business group
Alibaba Group Chief Executive Eddie Wu will head the newly formed Alibaba Token Hub (ATH) Business Group, the firm said in a statement on Monday. The new group will comprise existing Alibaba units Tongyi Laboratory, MaaS Business Line, Qwen Business Unit, Wukong Business Unit, and AI Innovation Business Unit. Alibaba said its mission would be to "create, deliver, and apply tokens," and it would focus on building AI-native work platforms for enterprises.
Sports Business Awards nominees revealed
Explore the 2026 Sports Business Awards nominees across 15 categories, including AD and Executive of the Year, with honors for John Henry and Soccer Without Borders announced May 20 in New York.
Sports Business Awards nominees revealed
Explore the 2026 Sports Business Awards nominees across 15 categories, including AD and Executive of the Year, with honors for John Henry and Soccer Without Borders announced May 20 in New York.
Robot dogs are protecting data centers. Operators are seeing payoffs.
Boston Dynamics and Ghost Robotics are selling robot dogs to data center operators, providing perimeter security and inspection capabilities.
UCLA secures No. 7 seed in Regional Bracket, faces UCF
The Bruins take on the UCF Knights in the first round.
School politics class: Government overcomes backbench rebellion to pass jury plan
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Blind dates and guessing games: Reel8 creates entertainment, community through videos
Reel8 Productions creates social media videos featuring content that speaks to the interests, lifestyles and commonalities of Northwestern students, according to Co-Founder and Executive Director of reel8 and Medill senior Judy Zeng. Inspired by channels like Jubilee and Cut, the founding members of the unscripted video production club wanted to create similar videos with a...
Hungarian opposition picks top business executives to dismantle Orbán’s rule
Péter Magyar reckons boardroom veterans will have the experience needed to secure frozen EU funds and release Fidesz’s grip on state bodies.
Africa’s Business Aviation Rebirth
Africa's business aviation sector has lived under the weight of a stubborn global stereotype: a continent defined by ageing aircraft, fragmented regulation and limited economic prosperity.
Strengthening One Health Field Epidemiology Capacity in the WHO South-East Asia Region
Recent public health emergencies—including the COVID-19 pandemic, recurrent zoonotic disease outbreaks, and the high level of antimicrobial resistance—have underscored the urgent need for strong, multisectoral field epidemiology capacities. This reinforces the importance of a workforce equipped with One Health field epidemiology competencies. To address this need, WHO works with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), as part of Quadripartite Alliance for One Health, to strengthen field epidemiology training programmes using a One Health approach.These efforts are aligned with WHO SEARO’s Strategic Framework for Action for Strengthening Surveillance, Risk Assessment and Field Epidemiology and the Regional Roadmap to Advance Field Epidemiology Capacities 2025–2029 emphasize workforce development, multisectoral collaboration, and enhanced preparedness for health emergencies. With funding from the Pandemic Fund, The Competency for One Health Field Epidemiology (COHFE) integration within Field Epidemiology Training Programmes (FETPs) or similar initiatives has been initiated in Bangladesh and India and is planned in Sri Lanka.BangladeshIn Bangladesh, COHFE is being adapted to strengthen the Field Epidemiology Training Programme, Bangladesh (FETP-B) Advanced programme. Initiated in July 2025 and led by the Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research (IEDCR), the process brought together stakeholders from human, animal, and environmental health sectors, academia, and laboratories.A Multisectoral Working Group (MWG) was established to guide implementation, conduct readiness assessments, and identify opportunities to institutionalize One Health collaboration. Through national multisectoral consultations and a competency prioritization workshop held in Dhaka in November 2025, stakeholders identified priority technical competencies for surveillance, outbreak investigation, data analysis, and risk assessment, alongside functional competencies related to leadership, coordination, and the laboratory–epidemiology interface. The process also surfaced systemic barriers—such as challenges in data sharing and limited joint investigations—enabling targeted recommendations. These outcomes are guiding curriculum revision, the introduction of One Health simulations and joint field exercises, and the development of a national multisectoral mentorship pool, with updated training materials expected to be implemented in the upcoming cohort.Figure 1. Competency prioritization involving multisectoral stakeholders“COHFE represents a significant step forward in operationalizing the One Health approach. The collaboration between national institutions and the Quadripartite partners is critical for building resilient systems to address complex health challenges in the region.”, Prof. (Dr) Tahmina Sirin, Director, Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research (IEDCR), Bangladesh.Aligning India’s One Health Training with COHFEIn India, the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has strengthened One Health workforce development through its SectorConnect initiative. WHO supported a comprehensive competency mapping and curriculum review to align the Field Epidemiology Programme in One Health (FEP-OH) with all 14 COHFE domains. The review identified strong foundations while generating actionable recommendations to strengthen One Health learning outcomes, expand joint field-based learning, and enhance competency-based assessment. These improvements are informing programme refinement and phased scale-up across additional states.Figure 2. Strengthening learning outcomes for the SectorConnect FEP OH CurriculumThrough these efforts, WHO SEARO will continue to support countries to move from separate sector-based training toward an integrated, impact-driven One Health field epidemiology workforce capable of addressing complex health threats at human-animal-environment interface.ReferencesFood and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, World Health Organization, & World Organisation for Animal Health. (2024). Competencies for One Health field epidemiology (COHFE) framework. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240080058World Health Organization. (2023). Strategic framework for action for strengthening surveillance, risk assessment and field epidemiology for health security threats in the WHO South-East Asia Region. WHO Regional Office for South-East Asia. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789290210030World Health Organization. (2024). Regional roadmap to advance field epidemiology capacities in the WHO South-East Asia Region 2025–2029. WHO Regional Office for South-East Asia. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789290229544
March Madness 2026: NCAA tournament watch times, bracket news, first-round schedule, how to watch as Duke, Arizona, Michigan, Florida secure No. 1 seeds
Selection Sunday 2026: Live updates on March Madness, bracketology for men's NCAA tournament as Duke, Arizona, Michigan, Florida secure No. 1 seeds
Duke earns top overall seed in 2026 NCAA Tournament
The Blue Devils won their second consecutive ACC championship on Saturday night under head coach Jon Scheyer.
Exclusive | Oil Industry Warns Trump Administration Energy Crisis Will Likely Worsen
Oil executives told officials in White House meetings that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz might push up oil prices further.
Yampa Valley Regional Airport awarded $3 million grant for Aviation Business Park
Routt County has secured a $3 million federal grant to advance infrastructure work at the Yampa Valley Regional Airport’s Aviation Business Park, a project expected to boost economic growth and create jobs across Northwest Colorado, according...
Army veterans Jessica Killin, Joe Reagan qualify for Democratic primary ballot in Colorado’s 5th CD
Democratic congressional candidates Jessica Killin and Joe Reagan secured spots Saturday in Colorado’s June primary to decide who will run against Republican U.S. Rep. Jeff Crank in a district that’s only ever sent GOP lawmakers to Congress. The two Democrats, however, told delegates at the party’s nominating assembly in Colorado Springs that the 5th Congressional […]
Markwayne Mullin, Trump’s Homeland Security Pick, Got Wealthier Stock Trading in Congress
Markwayne Mullin’s financial dealings take on new importance as the Senate considers his nomination to lead an agency whose budget has vastly expanded.
Asia-Pacific allies ink $57 billion in deals with US companies, Burgum says
Asia-Pacific allies agreed to $57 billion in 22 deals with American companies during this weekend's Indo-Pacific Energy Security Forum in Tokyo, U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said on Sunday.