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Alissia Di Maria, S.M. '26: Diving into the data of wearable tech
Data science student analyzes stroke recovery data in Harvard Biodesign Lab
Traditional Medicine Innovation for Health Impact: Financing, Collaboration, and Future Pathways
This session brings together WHO, Member States, innovators, regulators and private sector partners to explore the role of integrating and advancing traditional medicine to improve health outcomes, while accelerating innovation, partnerships and collaboration. Discussions will focus on translating evidence and innovation into implementation, addressing financing and policy barriers, and identifying practical pathways to scale credible, community-rooted traditional medicine approaches to expand access, equity and health impact.Watch live on YouTube
UC faculty and staff rally for state investment in science
UC President James B. Milliken and other leaders urged state lawmakers to pass SB 895, bipartisan legislation that would place a $12 billion bond to fund scientific research across California on the November 2026 ballot.
Yes, Trump Might Really Attack Cuba
The shift comes as administration officials struggle to convince the Cuban regime to make major economic and political changes.
Boston Scientific invests $1.5B in MiRus with option to buy its TAVR business
Boston Scientific has invested heavily in Georgia-based MiRus, a rising name in the competitive TAVR landscape.
Trucking insurance: How to make underwriters fight for your business
An Overdrive 2025 Small Fleet Champ's flatbed biz makes good on growth goals with a transparent promise to owner-operators: 15% of the gross for costs, no insurance chargebacks. "We had companies fighting over our business" this year, he said, with similarly transparent ELD data engagement.
This Ebola outbreak raises questions about when it all began -- and the U.S. response
The sheer number of cases and deaths are a sign that the outbreak might have been smoldering before the virus was identified.
New Exhibit at International Museum of Surgical Science Highlights Role of Filipino Nurses in Healthcare
“Unheard Voices of Care: Filipino Nurses in America” runs until Aug. 2 at the International Museum of Surgical Science. The exhibit highlights stories of Filipino nurses from the 1940s to present day.
Illinois resident suspected of hantavirus infection tested negative for illness
The risk for hantavirus to spread in Illinois remains very low, state health officials emphasized.
HHS Announces Restructuring of its Office for Civil Rights
HHS announced a reorganization of its Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
The minister of health of the Dominican Republic assumed the presidency of the 79th World Health Assembly
Geneva, May 18, 2026 (PAHO) – Dr. Víctor Atallah, Minister of Health of the Dominican Republic, assumed the presidency of the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79) this Monday, as the World Health Organization’s (WHO) highest decision-making body opened in Geneva.According to WHO rules of procedure, the presidency rotates among the Organization’s six regions. This year, the Region of the Americas is responsible for leading the Assembly. It is the first time that the Dominican Republic has assumed the presidency of the World Health Assembly.
THE WEEK OF MAY 18, 2026
- House releases Energy Water bill - Republicans highlight research security concerns - Golden Dome cost estimated at over $1 trillion
KC Concepcion switches to No. 1
Browns rookie receiver KC Concepcion sported No. 17 when at his introductory press conference and during rookie minicamp.
Microsoft admits faulty drivers were killing Windows 11 battery life for years
Microsoft is changing how Windows evaluates third-party drivers as bad ones were silently draining batteries and tanking performance for years.
WHO declares public health emergency for Ebola
The World Health Organization yesterday declared a public health emergency of international concern due to an Ebola outbreak. The WHO said that as of May 16, there have been eight confirmed cases, 246 suspected cases and 80 suspected deaths from an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Two cases have also been confirmed in Uganda.
The Adventures of Elliot’s development team has quietly been mastering the modern minigame, and its latest action-RPG once again shows us how it’s done
Coming from Square Enix's Team Asano, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales carries on a trend we saw in Bravely Default, Octopath Traveler, and beyond
Bahamian public health leader Dr. Merceline Dahl-Regis receives WHO Global Health Leaders Award at 79th World Health Assembly
Geneva, Switzerland, 18 May 2026 (PAHO) — Dr. Merceline Dahl-Regis of The Bahamas was recognized today with the World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General’s Global Health Leaders Award during the High-Level Welcome of the Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly (WHA79), honoring her lifelong contribution to public health in the Americas and globally.
Carson aims for hotel, entertainment, and housing in Civic Center revamp
Earlier this year, the City of Carson adopted a new specific plan aiming to guide the redevelopment of its 1970s era Civic Center. Now the City begins the hunt for a development team to execute that vision.
Column: Jack up taxes on California's rich? Popular liberal mantra, but bad idea
Sticking it to the rich sounds nice, but doesn't fix the problem
World Health Assembly opens with focus on equity, resilience, and global health cooperation; Region of the Americas plays active role
Geneva, Switzerland, 18 May 2026 (PAHO) — The Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly (WHA79) opened today at the Palais des Nations, bringing together delegations from more than 190 countries to define global health priorities and advance discussions on some of the world’s most pressing health challenges.
Director-General presents Award for Global Health to four distinguished leaders
At the Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly in Geneva, WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has presented four distinguished leaders with the Award for Global Health, recognizing their lifetime achievements and exceptional contributions to improving the health and well-being of communities worldwide.
Apple's faulty chips are big business for the company
Apple has for years been using a procedure known as chip binning to reuse faulty chips in other models of...
Pop star Shakira is acquitted in a Spanish tax fraud case
A Spanish court acquitted Shakira in a tax fraud case, ordering the government to return more than $64 million in wrongly imposed fines.
Eric André just dropped an insane classical album — and it's actually pretty brilliant
Eric André, host of the prank-filled "Eric Andre Show," conducted the Colburn Orchestra at a surreal concert blending genuine musicianship with comedy, promoting his new album "Film Scores for Films That Don't Exist."
LGBTQ+ comedians are redefining roasts as an art form in West Hollywood
Gay comedian Andrew Stier wanted to foster a community of queer comics when he moved to L.A., so he made a comedy show. What he got was a growing production revealing queer people are meant to roast.
Sutter Health strengthens maternal care through innovation and connection
Sutter Health is taking a proactive, systemwide approach to maternal care — supporting a range of birth experiences while reinforcing the consistent use of evidence-based practices and clinical protocols.
Montana tribes combine traditional knowledge and Western science in climate plan
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes are moving forward with their climate plan despite the loss of state support and federal funding.
Montana tribes combine traditional knowledge and Western science in climate plan
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes are moving forward with their climate plan despite the loss of state support and federal funding.
The 'fibermaxxing' trend has health benefits worth the hype
There are a lot of wellness trends that make health experts roll their eyes in skepticism. But there is one big trend that many experts can get behind – with a few caveats: fibermaxxing.
Media Mention: Triangle Business Journal Features Emily Massey Profile in Inaugural Triangle Law Awards.
The Triangle Business Journal recently spotlighted attorneys who earned recognition in its inaugural Triangle Law Awards, including Ward and Smith Labor and Emp
Need faucets, PT, eyelash extensions? Try these new NJ businesses
Porcelanosa sells kitchen flooring and faucets in Ramsey. JAG Physical Therapy has a new location in Belleville. Bonded Lash Bar is in Fair Lawn.
Scientists discovered nature’s own “brakes” deep beneath the Pacific Ocean that may have prevented massive megaquakes
For decades, a strange patch of the Pacific Ocean has quietly puzzled earthquake scientists around the world. Deep beneath the seafloor, near the coast of Ecuador, a massive underwater fault has been producing almost identical earthquakes every five to six years.
Public Health Situation Analysis (PHSA) on Hostilities in the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt) - 11 May 2026
Analysis in English on occupied Palestinian territory about Food and Nutrition, Health, Epidemic and more; published on 18 May 2026 by Health Cluster and WHO
Rare earth breakthrough in China’s icy northeast
A new type of deposit in Heilongjiang and Jilin promises easier, cheaper mining than in southern clay-rich areas, say scientists.
Montana tribes combine traditional knowledge and Western science in climate plan
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes are moving forward with their climate plan despite the loss of state support and federal funding.
Oklahoma Ford Sports Blitz: May 17, 2026
Watch the Oklahoma Ford Sports Blitz here.
Promoting engagement and privacy in teen healthcare
2 in 3 parents agree it’s important for providers to talk privately with teens during healthcare visits. Only 1 in 3 parents say their teen had private time with the provider at their last check-up. Only 1 in 5 parents recall healthcare providers talking with them about confidential services for teens. 9 in 10 parents think they should see all of their teen’s medical records up to age 18.
ROI research: Community health workers are an unsung bargain
U.S. healthcare gets plenty of bang for its buck out of community health workers (CHWs), according to a systematic review of the relevant published research.
UCLA softball pummels South Carolina, advances to super regional
UCLA senior Megan Grant hit a grand slam and three other Bruins hit home runs during a 15-1 win over South Carolina Sunday to win their NCAA regional.
Pedro Pascal goes undercover for 'Star Wars' surprise at Disneyland
Pedro Pascal surprised fans with an undercover appearance as "The Mandalorian" at Disneyland on Saturday.
High school boys volleyball: SoCal Regional playoffs schedule
The SoCal Regional playoffs schedule for high school boys volleyball.
IRC to World Health Assembly: Close the Global Health Equity Gap — for the World’s Benefit
As the world faces the largest Ebola outbreak in more than a decade in a region with chronic violence and instability, and as infectious diseases such as the hantavirus command global attention, the International Rescue Committee is urging delegates gathering for the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79) to make sustained investments into fragile and conflict-affected states.
New WHO tool supports countries to improve quality of child and youth mental health services
A new practical tool released by WHO/Europe aims to help countries strengthen the quality of mental health services for children and young people across the WHO European Region, addressing persistent gaps in access, consistency and accountability.
Shifting Landscape Creates Uncertainty in Entertainment Market
By Andrea Wells The overall landscape of the entertainment world is changing. Increasing cost pressures, labor challenges, the emergence of AI, and the
A prayer festival calls for more religion in politics, not less
A prayer festival on the National Mall in Washington, DC was partially organized and funded by the federal government. Its evangelical Christian messaging and call for more religion in politics not less, aligns with the Trump administration's fusion of faith and governance. NPR's Emily Feng went to the event to understand the audience for this approach, and she spoke with author Eric Metaxas, a speaker at the Rededicate 250 festival.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Henry Larson, with audio engineering by It was edited by Sarah Robbins and Daniel Burke.Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
How Cassidy’s loss could turn into an even bigger win for RFK Jr.
Sen. Roger Marshall, a Make America Healthy Again devotee, is angling to replace the defeated Louisiana senator atop the Health Committee.
How Cassidy’s loss could turn into an even bigger win for RFK Jr.
Sen. Roger Marshall, a Make America Healthy Again devotee, is angling to replace the defeated Louisiana senator atop the Health Committee.
Canadian national health agency confirms positive hantavirus test
Canada's national health agency confirms that one of four Canadians returning from a cruise ship with a hantavirus outbreak has tested positive.
With Sen. Cassidy's primary defeat, Trump's revenge campaign continues
President Trump succeeded in his effort to defeat Sen. Bill Cassidy in Louisiana’s Republican primary, a signal of the enduring strength of the president’s hold on his party despite his unpopularity with the wider American public.
Hospitals are taking the fall for high health care costs
On right and left and among industry rivals, everyone is pointing the finger at the caregivers.
County health officials confirm fifth measles case in Los Angeles
The resident was traveling internationally and arrived at LAX Thursday, May 14.
Business People: General Mills veteran Dana McNabb named COO
General Mills, Golden Valley, announced that Dana McNabb has been promoted to chief operating officer, effective June 1. MONO, a Minneapolis- based ad agency, announced the return of Jeffrey Gorder as CEO. Pope Design Group, St. Paul, announced the addition of Sara Rapp as northern Minnesota market lead, based in Duluth.
Understanding the political push against NFL streaming
How it got to this point, and where it possibly goes from here.
Pro-Israel groups are spending big to sink Thomas Massie in the most expensive House primary in history
“AIPAC’s views on Thomas Massie are no secret,” the group's spokesman said. “We use different tactics in different districts. Our goal is to win.”
Trailhead Cannabis dispensary is open for business
Trailhead Cannabis is a family-owned dispensary that opened in late April next to Highway 371 by Brainerd and is looking to break the stigma of cannabis use.
Did Chinese scientists simulate what could be the ‘end of the universe’?
Tsinghua University team’s tackles one of most unsettling ideas in theoretical physics to possibly open a new pathway in quantum computing.
Harvard-Westlake rises to top in Southern Section Division 1 tennis
The Wolverines win the Southern Section tennis title, knocking off Orange County power Irvine University.
One clinic tracks the heavy toll Trump's immigration crackdown takes on mental health
Zocalo Health, a clinic in Los Angeles, screens all its patients for depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. It documented a marked increase in those conditions since ICE enforcement actions began.
Toronto Tempo say UCLA star Kiki Rice has not disappointed
The Toronto Tempo used the first pick in franchise history to select UCLA star Kiki Rice and has no regrets as the rookie has immediately contributed.
Trump Says he’s a Builder. His Peace Deals are Far from Sturdy.
Arab officials worry Trump will leave them in a lurch with Iran.
L.A. mayor candidates seek Latino vote. Bass is ahead of Raman, Pratt
Latinos make up about 37% of the L.A. electorate. Mayoral candidates are putting out ads in Spanish, rallying endorsements and canvassing Latino neighborhoods.
Voter voices from the San Gabriel Valley on California governor's race
Becerra and Hilton have emerged as the candidates to beat. But dozens of interviews across the San Gabriel Valley, a prime campaign battleground, find many voters still undecided. And discouraged.
News Analysis: Trump spent two days with Xi in Beijing. Was he outplayed?
The Trump administration argues the trip was a success, having secured the display of conciliation and partnership the president had sought after years of increasingly dangerous acrimony.
World Health Organization declares Ebola outbreak in Congo a global health emergency
Health officials are working to contain a new Ebola outbreak in the DRC of a virus strain with no known vaccine.
Southern Section track and field roundup: Braelyn Combe three-peats
The Southern Section track and field championships featured a slew of record-setting performances on Saturday at Moorpark High.
Why Arizona Democrats are building a Project 2025-style policy blueprint
U.S. Reps. Yassamin Ansari and Adelita Grijalva are taking a lesson from President Donald Trump and Project 2025.
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreaks in Congo and Uganda
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has declared the Ebola disease outbreaks in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern after more than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths.
China launches new war on deserts with technology tested on far side of the moon
Projects meant to help Xinjiang region build ecological barrier to protect its arable land from erosion and desertification.
High school baseball: City Section playoff results, schedules
City Section high school baseball Saturday playoff results and upcoming schedules.
L.A. County health officials confirm fifth measles case this year
Officials have confirmed a measles case in a Los Angeles County resident who recently traveled internationally.
Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy loses in Republican primary, does not advance to runoff
Sen. Bill Cassidy is one of few remaining Republican senators who voted for President Trump's impeachment after the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. Trump endorsed his opponent, Rep. Julia Letlow.
Chatsworth wins City Section Open Division volleyball championship
Chatsworth wins City Section Open Division volleyball championship. In softball, La Habra eliminates top-seeded Murriet Mesa in Division I playoffs.
Virginia Beach Neptune Wine Festival gives small businesses a chance to grow their reach
Small businesses at the Virginia Beach Neptune Wine Festival say the event offers visibility, new customers, and growth in a tough economy.
In Montgomery, thousands rally to defend voting rights
Thousands of people gathered in Montgomery, Ala., to mobilize support for voting rights amid outrage over racial gerrymandering.
Is China becoming Europe’s top science partner amid an American brain drain?
‘Massive changes in the global flow of talent’ are creating opportunities, according to the head of Germany’s Max Planck Society.
Colorado governor commutes election denier Tina Peters' sentence after Trump pressure
Colorado's Democratic Gov. Jared Polis is commuting the sentence of Tina Peters, an election conspiracy theorist and former county clerk, following pressure from President Trump.
Mysterious fault's quake brakes may hold secret to stopping tremors: Study
Who's fault is it?
Climate change is a health crisis – and fixing it is a health opportunity
Independent Commission of former heads of government, international bodies, ministers and civil society leaders delivers 17 recommendations for what WHO and countries should do next.
A new Ebola outbreak has already killed 87 people
Health officials are working to contain a new Ebola outbreak in the DRC of a virus strain with no known vaccine.
North Dakota Rural Health Awards recipients named
Dr. Erika Stein of Northwood Deaconess Health Center and Shawnda Schroeder of the UND Department of Indigenous Health are among the awardees.
PGA Championship: Wyndham Clark nearly takes someone's head off ... and it wasn't his fault
Does Rochester need a new entertainment venue?
A feasibility study is underway for a performing arts center, but what does Rochester already have and what does the city need?
This Republican voted to convict Trump. Now he's up for reelection. Can he survive?
Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy was one of seven Republican senators who voted to impeach President Trump. Now he's running for reelection in a race that will test Trump's hold on the GOP.
Mira Costa defeats Loyola for the Southern Section boys' volleyball title
Mira Costa sweeps rival Loyola to win its second straight Southern Section Division 1 boys' volleyball championship.
Maryland Science Center celebrates sci-fi with family-friendly event
From Star Wars to Star Trek, the Maryland Science Center is hosting a sci-fi-themed event Saturday with hands-on activities for the whole family.
North Dakota launches initiative focused on suicide prevention support and training for rural healthcare providers | Health and Human Services North Dakota
North Dakota is launching a new rural healthcare suicide prevention initiative aimed at strengthening follow-up care and closing critical gaps after suicide risk is identified. The effort follows recommendations from the North Dakota Suicide Fatality Review Commission and supports the Zero Suicide framework across rural and tribal healthcare systems.The initiative will support rural and tribal healthcare providers in implementing standardized suicide risk screening, follow-up care after suicide attempts and improved referral pathways into mental health and behavioral healthcare services.
Scientists discover hidden “brakes” that stop massive earthquakes
A mysterious underwater fault near Ecuador has been producing nearly identical magnitude 6 earthquakes every five to six years, baffling scientists for decades. Researchers now believe the fault contains hidden “brake zones” where seawater and unusual rock structures work together to stop quakes from becoming even larger. The discovery came from ultra-detailed seafloor recordings that captured how the fault behaves before and after major earthquakes.
Digital Health Technologies for Parental Education in Neonatal Intensive Care Units: Current Evidence and Implications for Nursing Practice
The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is a highly complex and emotionally challenging clinical environment, and this situation can make it difficult for parents to interact with their infants ...
Supreme Court turns away Virginia Democrats seeking to reinstate new voting map
The new election map blocked the Virginia Supreme Court would have favored Democrats in 10 of its 11 congressional districts.
US eyes Guyana's bauxite for new business opportunities
The U.S. is turning its attention to Guyana's bauxite for business opportunities. Jacob Helberg, U.S.
Heartflow reports significant revenue growth as CCTA sees wider adoption
The company keeps gaining momentum thanks to the success of its AI-powered imaging software.
Trump and his CEOs want China’s business – but has Asia moved on?
The US delegation went to Beijing looking for deals, but a ‘super cycle’ of capital expenditures across Asia is already fuelling enormous growth.
Dems say SBA left businesses vulnerable to 'predatory' financing
Sens. Ed Markey and Ron Wyden argue that the Small Business Administration neglected to warn small firms of the risks of merchant cash advances and closed off a key "escape route" from the resulting debts.
2026 KPAX-Scheels Sports Awards: Hellgate's Elly Reed and Parker Link
It's Day 3 of the KPAX-Scheels Sports Awards, and today we introduce you to the finalists from Hellgate High School in Elly Reed and Parker Link.
Microsoft Stock (NASDAQ:MSFT) Jumps as Microsoft Plans to Roll Back Faulty Drivers
Tech giant Microsoft ($MSFT) has recently come under fire for releasing software updates that actually do more harm than good. But Microsoft may also have a plan to...
The Steyer campaign pays influencers. Their posts don't always make that clear
Tom Steyer's campaign appears to have relied on paid influencers more than any candidate for governor, according to the most recent campaign finance filings.
PFA has been a game-changer for heart patients—but there are still risks
Devi Nair, MD, reviewed some of the rare complications clinicians are seeing with PFA.
Nevada District to Buy Science Textbooks; New Jersey District Looks for Instructional Management System
A Nevada district is looking for science textbooks, while a New Jersey school system seeks an instructional management system.
Thousands of reprocessed EP catheters recalled
Stryker Sustainability Solutions is recalling more than 8,000 reprocessed medical devices. This is a Class II recall, according to the FDA, and these devices should no longer be used to treat patients.
Craig Bacon to lead U of A Department of Food Science
Having worked for Simmons Foods, Tyson Foods and Oscar Mayer, he brings an industry perspective to the university.