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Mobile Sports Hall of Fame announces class of 2026
The Mobile Sports Hall of Fame announced the names of the four newest inductees to the class of 2026.
Video: ‘Mexican Monster’ Stares Down Zurdo In ‘Sin City’
David Benavidez (31-0) will make his much-anticipated return to the ring this Saturday (May 2, 2026) to face off against one of the biggest challenges of his career when he goes toe-to-toe against WBA (Super) and WBO Cruiserweight champion, Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez (48-1), inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. For Benavidez, it’s his chance […]
Mobican expands entertainment line and product mix for U.S market
Mobican broadens its product portfolio with new entertainment units and adjusts designs to capture more u.s. retail buyers from its new Montreal facility.
UNCG Introduces Minerva's Health Chariot to Bring More Healthcare Services to the Triad
A new mobile health unit, funded by UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of North Carolina, is bringing healthcare to eight counties in the Triad.
April Xbox Update: Customize Your Console, Manually Add Your Favorite Games on PC, and More.
The April Xbox Update is rolling out today featuring an array of improvements for console, PC, mobile, and more.
Apex Legends Season 29 patch notes: New Legend Axle, Deathbox Respawns, buffs and nerfs
Here’s everything coming to Season 29 of Apex Legends, including a new hypermobile legend, changes to respawns, and tweaks to existing legends.
Fine chandeliers are a specialty for New Orleans business | Home/Garden
Michael Melesurgo and Ricardo “Rico” Mencia purchased Classic Chandelier from the business’s founder, Peter Sather, in 2023, when he decided to retire. The business partners rebranded the company as Vintage Chandelier and relocated it to 455 Philip St. in the Irish Channel in December 2025.The company offers a variety of services including cleaning, moving, restoration, installation, pick-up, delivery and general maintenance of light fixtures, with a specialty in fine antique chandeliers.Additional specialties include the installation and restoration of mirrors and artwork, with pick-up and delivery included. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-breakout-mobile-1'); }); googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-breakout-tablet-1'); }); “We mainly focus on older fixtures, but we have also worked on newer ones, especially with installation,” Melesurgo said. “We aim to be able to work on almost anything within reason. But chandeliers are the meat and potatoes of the business.” googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-sticky-rail-1'); }); googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-breakout-desktop-1'); }); The team at Vintage Chandelier has worked on some of the best-known chandeliers in New Orleans, at hotels including the Ritz-Carlton and the Hyatt Regency, the Milton H. Latter Memorial branch of the New Orleans Public Library and several prominent homes.Inside Out sat down with the duo to discuss the identification and care of fine chandeliers. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-breakout-mobile-2'); }); googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-breakout-tablet-2'); }); What are some of the hallmarks of a fine chandelier?Melesurgo: Some of the finer points of elegant chandeliers are pristine crystal, clean craftsmanship, original pieces and parts and stamped pieces to ensure authenticity. Everything should be clean and working.How should you clean a fine chandelier?Melesurgo: The material in question determines the methodology for cleaning. Crystal chandeliers should be cleaned by hand, crystal by crystal, to ensure the best outcome, and to avoid deterioration of metal wiring typically used in connecting pieces together. Spraying cleaners can, over time, sit on the metal and end up rusting connections that compromise the connections. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-breakout-mobile-3'); }); googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-breakout-tablet-3'); }); googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-sticky-rail-2'); }); googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-breakout-desktop-2'); }); What in your backgrounds led you to this business?Melesurgo: I have an electrical background. I started as an electrical apprentice in the local union (IBEW 130) in 2005. Then Katrina hit. I ended up going back to school and getting a degree in Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism and graduating in 2011. I started working for Peter (Sather) at Classic Chandelier & Mirror in 2012, which was supposed to only be temporary, but I ended up staying for a lot longer. I have always enjoyed working with my hands and being creative. This allows me to be creative and keep a lot of beautiful history alive. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-breakout-mobile-4'); }); googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-breakout-tablet-4'); }); Rico, you worked as a draftsman alongside an engineer at YKM Consulting. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-sticky-rail-3'); }); googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-breakout-desktop-3'); }); Mencia: The job was interesting, especially working on the Ochsner expansion, but staring at two monitors all day became unbearable. I went to work for Peter (Sather), which opened a new world to antiques and chandeliers that I find fascinating. Vintage Chandelier, 455 Philip St., (504) 309-8983, @vintagechandelier.504 on Instagram googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('fixed-sticky-rail-4'); });
Inseego to acquire Nokia's Fixed Wireless Access business to create a global wireless broadband leader
· The acquisition is expected to approximately double Inseego’s revenue and strengthen it as a global leader in wireless broadband across fixed wireless and mobile connectivity, with a broader portfolio for carriers, enterprises, and consumers.· The two companies plan to collaborate on joint go-to-market and innovation initiative...
Elie Honig prosecuted mob families. He ‘never’ heard of Trump’s claim that ‘86’ was a ‘mob term’
Nvidia fixes the 8GB RAM problem with one of its GPUs—if you can pay for it
Framework charges nearly double for the 12GB version of the mobile RTX 5070.
MER 318: Campus Politics–Palestine and the New University Order
Dear Friends and Comrades, Today, we published our spring 2026 issue of Middle East Report, “Campus Politics—Palestine and the New University Order.” Its publication comes on the second anniversary of the university encampments, the high point of campus mobilizations against the Gaza genocide that ignited faculty, student and labor
UNR's StreetReach program receives mobile health clinic from Washoe County
Unr and washoe county... Coming together on Tuesday to announce a new partnership... Through which the region's homeless population receives essential care.The
Google Tensor G6 Chip Likely To Launch With An Ancient GPU That Debuted Around 5 Years Back
Google's penchant for hobbling its mobile SoCs continues with the Tensor G6 chip, which is likely to sport a GPU that launched back in 2021!
Galaxy S26, S25, Z Fold 5, Flip 5 get second April 2026 update
Samsung is rolling out a second software update to the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S25, Galaxy Z Fold 5 and the Galaxy Z Flip 5 in the US.
Ex-NBA player Damon Jones 1st to plead guilty in gambling case
Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones has become the first person to plead guilty in a gambling sweep that led to the arrests of more than 30 people, including reputed mobsters and other basketball figures.
San Francisco State University Partners with UC Law San Francisco to Expand Downtown Presence - UC Law San Francisco (Formerly UC Hastings)
SFSU’s Lam Family College of Business will use classroom and office space at 198 McAllister Street to establish a new downtown campus. San Francisco State University (SFSU) and UC Law San Francisco have reached an agreement that establishes a new downtown home for SFSU’s Lam Family College of Business at UC Law SF’s Academic Village. The agreement places SFSU business students in close proximity to leading employers, industry partners and transit hubs, enhancing opportunities for internships, networking and career advancement. The UC Law SF Academic Village is a shared-campus model designed to foster collaboration among higher education institutions and contribute to San Francisco’s ongoing revitalization. San Francisco State University (SFSU) and UC Law San Francisco have reached an agreement that establishes a new downtown home for graduate business programs from SFSU’s Lam Family College of Business at UC Law SF’s Academic Village. The agreement creates a new downtown campus location for SFSU, giving students direct access to San Francisco’s thriving business environment. Beginning in Fall 2026, graduate business students will take classes at the UC Law SF building at 198 McAllister Street, at the nexus of the Civic Center, Mid-Market and Tenderloin communities. Under the agreement, SFSU will occupy 3,200 square feet of exclusive teaching and office space and will share additional classrooms with UC Law. The move positions students in close proximity to leading employers, industry partners and transit hubs, enhancing opportunities for internships, networking and career advancement. “This partnership is an example of the growing strategic collaborations that expand opportunities for our students,” said SFSU President Lynn Mahoney. “By situating graduate business programs in the city’s urban core, we will help students build connections, gain experience and achieve their goals for meaningful careers and upward mobility.” Students enrolled in select Lam Family College of Business graduate programs will have access to the Academic Village’s modern classrooms, conference facilities, library, study spaces and resident and event support services. The site also includes lounges, on-site dining and newly built, fully furnished, apartment-style housing for students and professionals. As institutional partners, SFSU College of Business students and alumni are eligible for tuition discounts if they enroll in the UC Law SF Master of Legal Studies program, designed for professionals whose work intersects with the law. “San Francisco State University is an excellent addition to our Academic Village, and we are excited to have the Lam Family College of Business join us in the fall,” said UC Law SF Chancellor & Dean David Faigman. “The partnership advances UC Law SF’s commitment to collaborate with California’s other great public schools and adds vibrancy and energy to the heart of the city. Our students and programs will benefit from the interdisciplinary opportunities that will arise.” The UC Law SF Academic Village is a shared-campus model designed to foster collaboration among higher education institutions and contribute to San Francisco’s ongoing revitalization. The Lam Family College of Business will begin occupying its new space there in July 2026, with classes beginning in August. The move continues SFSU’s longstanding presence in downtown San Francisco and reflects a broader effort to align academic programs with the needs of both career-minded students and the region’s expanding and evolving workforce. For more than 60 years, the Lam Family College of Business has delivered high-quality, AACSB-accredited business education across the San Francisco–Silicon Valley region. Its graduate programs — including the MBAand the STEM-designated Master of Science in Business Analytics and Master of Science in Accounting and Analytics — are designed to help students develop the skills they need to navigate the complex challenges of a global, data-driven economy. About San Francisco State University San Francisco State University is a public university serving students from the San Francisco Bay Area, across California and around the world, with nationally acclaimed programs that span a broad range of disciplines. More than 20,000 students enroll at the University each year, and its more than 304,000 graduates have contributed to the economic, cultural and civic fabric of San Francisco and beyond. Through them — and more than 1,300 world-class faculty members — SFSU proudly embraces its legacy of academic excellence, community engagement and commitment to social justice. For more information, visit sfsu.edu. About UC Law SF UC Law San Francisco is a public law school of the University of California, founded in 1878 as the first law school in the UC system. Located in San Francisco’s Civic Center, it offers a comprehensive legal education with a strong emphasis on experiential learning, public service and professional preparation. Through its Academic Village, UC Law SF brings together students, faculty and partner institutions in a collaborative campus environment in the heart of the city. Other Academic Village partners include UC San Francisco, UC Davis, the University of San Francisco and the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry. For more information, visit www.uclawsf.edu.
United Automobile, Aerospace & Agricultural Implement Workers of America
The labor union representing workers in auto, aircraft and agricultural implement manufacturing and other industries in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico.
T-Mobile launches SuperBroadband for business customers
The service combines T-Mobile's 5G network with SpaceX's Starlink satellites and claims to reach every ZIP code in the U.S.
T-Mobile launches SuperBroadband for business customers
The service combines T-Mobile's 5G network with SpaceX's Starlink satellites and claims to reach every ZIP code in the U.S.
Bellevue-based T-Mobile ties up with Musk's Starlink
T-Mobile is teaming up with controversial billionaire Elon Musk's Starlink to launch a new business broadband network.
T-Mobile rolls out broadband with Starlink backup to expand business customer base
T-Mobile on Tuesday launched a new internet offering for businesses, combining its 5G network with Starlink's satellite backup to serve companies operating in remote locations.
WVU Health System names Richard Dabruzzo vice president of business development
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Richard Dabruzzo will become vice president of business development for the WVU Health System effective May 1. Richard Dabruzzo Dabruzzo brings more than 20 years of healthcare leadership experience in physician...
WVU Health System names Richard Dabruzzo vice president of business development
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Richard Dabruzzo will become vice president of business development for the WVU Health System effective May 1. Richard Dabruzzo Dabruzzo brings more than 20 years of healthcare leadership experience in physician...
Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro are getting their first software update
Samsung has started rolling out the first software update for the Galaxy Buds 4 and the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro to improve their stability.
Theodore's OT winner helps Knights even series with Mammoth
The 5-4 win by Vegas gets its home-ice advantage back with Game 5 Wednesday at T-Mobile Arena
Durant sidelined again as Rockets extend series
Udoka said Durant has a bone bruise on his ankle that is painful and he has limited his mobility, but didn’t rule out his return this season.
Mobilizing parliamentary leadership to protect women’s, children’s and adolescents’ health in times of crisis: PMNCH at the 152nd IPU Assembly
At the 152nd Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in Istanbul, Türkiye (15–19 April 2026), PMNCH called on global parliamentary leaders to prioritize women’s, children’s and adolescents’ health (WCAH) as a cornerstone of peace, justice and sustainable development. Bringing together over 1,500 delegates from 126 countries, the Assembly underscored the urgent need for coordinated parliamentary action to protect essential health services, strengthen financing and advance accountability in the face of growing global crises.
8 winners and losers from the Patriots’ 2026 draft
New England selected nine players in the NFL Draft.
Sergey Brin confronted Gavin Newsom at a treehouse party — then launched a political war
Brin has spent more than $58 million in the last four months, but more importantly has helped mobilize a network of fellow tech titans in a push to sway state issues.
Texas Health brings emergency medical simulation training to Johnson County EMS
Texas Health Fort Worth began deploying the new mobile education unit in January.
Natrona County health and food inspections (4/17/26–4/23/26)
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department inspects restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, mobile food units, commissaries and
Liverpool v West Ham United
Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from Liverpool vs West Ham United in the Women's Super League
A US company is suing to ban all of Samsung’s foldable phones
Samsung has been sued by a US company that claims patent infringement and wants a ban on its foldable phones.
Everton v Chelsea
Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from Everton vs Chelsea in the Women's Super League
Stagecoach re-opens its doors after brief wind-related shutdown
Because of high winds at Stagecoach, the festival promoter Goldenvoice postponed the festival Saturday night and crowds were evacuated. As of 8:42 p.m., the festival advised via its mobile app
Galaxy Book 6 Edge design, features, and price leak
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Book 6 Edge has been leaked, revealing its design, key specifications, and price.
As state, Maui Health decide future of damaged Kula Hospital, another long-term care facility nears capacity
Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said the options for the damaged Upcountry hospital could include a mobile unit designed for disasters or a temporary modular clinic like the one Kaiser built in Lahaina after the 2023 wildfires.
Top 5: UFC Vegas 116 ‘Fight of the Night’ candidates
Expectations continue to mobilize behind Youssef Zalal in the court of public opinion. Aljamain Sterling now stands in his way.
Broward Health Breaks Ground on New Medical Office Building at Broward Health North
Broward Health breaks ground on a new medical office building at Broward Health North in Deerfield Beach, expanding specialty care and outpatient services.
Penny-pinching leaves NH businesses, customers short on change
A customer gets handed ice cream at Hayward's Ice Cream in Nashua on Thursday. The business has signs posted requesting customers use credit/mobile payment because of a national penny shortage.
Montclair Athletics Blue & White Club Mobilize to Save Freshman Sports
The club also has an overall fundraising goal of $350,000, aimed at fully funding the athletics department to support every athletics team at Montclair High School.
'MobLand' EP Jez Butterworth Signs TV, Movie Deal With Universal
The 'MobLand' and 'The Agency' EP will create new projects for NBCUniversal under the five-year pact.
Jez Butterworth Inks Overall TV and Film Deal With Universal Entertainment
The 'MobLand' and 'The Agency' EP will create new projects for NBCUniversal under the five-year pact.
Universal Entertainment Secures Five-Year Deal With Jez Butterworth
Ford v. Ferrari scribe and The Agency and MobLand series EP, Jez Butterworth, has inked an overall five-year deal with Universal Entertainment across TV, streaming and film.
Mobile Health and Recovery Services Expand
Orange County Health Services will kick off a new initiative that will increase access to critical medical and addiction recovery resources in east Orange County.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide dimensions, aspect ratios of displays leak
A popular tipster has shared the dimensions and the aspect ratios of both the displays of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide.
Are You Overdue for a Doctor's Visit? We'll Come to You!
Cone Health’s mobile medicine program brings primary care, heart health, women’s services, and cancer screenings directly to neighborhoods, removing barriers to care.
Michigan auto stakeholders sound alarm ahead of governor election
MichAuto is holding roundtables across the state to develop an automobility policy roadmap expected to be released ahead of the November election.
IKS Health Announces Agreement to Acquire TruBridge to Strengthen Access to Rural and Community-Based Healthcare
DALLAS & MOBILE, Ala., April 23, 2026--Inventurus Knowledge Solutions, Inc. ("IKS"), the U.S. subsidiary of Inventurus Knowledge Solutions Limited (NSE: IKS) ("IKS Health"), a global leader in care enablement solutions, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire TruBridge, Inc. (NASDAQ: TBRG) ("TruBridge"), a prominent provider of healthcare technology solutions for rural and community hospitals. This proposed strategic acquisition underscores a commitment to broaden a
HRC Launches ‘100 Days of Healthcare’ Campaign to Demand Congress…
As Federal Lawmakers Work on New Appropriations Bills, HRC Will Mobilize LGBTQ+ Community and Allies to Push for Transgender Health Care Access, PrEP…
YouTube TV’s fully customizable multiview finally starts rolling out
YouTube TV begins rolling out its fully customizable multiview feature, allowing users to pick their own channel grids on TV and mobile.
Galaxy S25 stable One UI 8.5 update changelog is here
The changelog of the software update for the Galaxy S25 series bringing the stable version of One UI 8.5 (Android 16 QPR2) has been leaked.
Benavidez vs. Ramirez Start Time, Full Fight Card
Event: David Benavidez vs. Zurdo RamirezDate: Sat., May 2, 2026Location: T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NevadaStart Time: DAZN PPV main card start time at 8 p.m. ET Benavidez vs. Ramirez Main Event on DAZN PPV: 200 lbs.: David Benavidez (31-0) vs. Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez (48-1) for WBA and WBO Cruiserweight titles Benavidez vs. Ramirez Main […]
'The Idea Is Not Dead' - Xbox Boss Explains Why She's Still Keen On A Mobile Store
It seemed to have been killed off, but apparently not!
Samsung is increasingly worried about first-ever mobile division loss in RAM crisis, report
As AI continues to eat up the market’s RAM output, smartphones are in crisis as costs continue to skyrocket. A...
BankNewport, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan join Salve's Health and Wellness Community Outreach program
Local organizations provide financial support that enables on-site health care education across Rhode Island.
Did Asha Sharma kill another ill-fated Xbox project? The "Xbox Mobile Store" seems to be dead.
Previously announced for launch in July 2024, the ill-fated Xbox Mobile Store seems to be dead, with all test URLs relating to it hitting a 404 error.
From politics to portfolios: the market impact of rising populism
Populism has become part of the global landscape, rooted in frustrations over inequality, stagnant mobility, and a sense that mainstream policymakers have failed to adapt to shifting economic realities.
Vodafone offers small businesses cybersecurity, AI capability with Google tie-up
European mobile and broadband operator Vodafone said it would offer its small business customers advanced cybersecurity and agentic AI through its $1 billion strategic tie-up with Google Cloud agreed in October 2024.
Try This 1 Movement To Predict How Mobile You'll Be as You Age
In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a trainer reveals how to assess your mobility and shares tips for staying mobile and strong as you age.
They Built a Legendary Privacy Tool. Now They’re Sworn Enemies
There’s a lot of love all over the world for GrapheneOS, the gold standard of mobile security. There’s very little love between the two guys at the center of its history.
NBA Playoffs: Atlanta Hawks stun New York Knicks to level series as Minnesota Timberwolves end Denver Nuggets' win streak
Cleveland Cavaliers trio of stars Donovan Mitchell, James Harden and Evan Mobley stepped up in 115-105 win over Toronto Raptors that secured a 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series; watch the 2026 NBA playoffs live on Sky Sports
Announcement Regarding the Future Business Direction of Sony Honda Mobility
Sony Group Corporation (“Sony”), Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (“Honda”), and Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (“SHM”), the joint venture formed by Sony and Honda, today announced they have reached an agreement regarding the future business direction and positioning of SHM.
Mobility equipment repairs, health services available at Caldwell Health and Resource Fair
Seniors and other Idaho residents are encouraged to attend a health resources and social services fair on Wednesday in Caldwell.
All Samsung smartphones that are getting Galaxy S26 AI features with One UI 8.5
Samsung introduced several new Galaxy AI features with the Galaxy S26 series and is bringing them to older devices with One UI 8.5.
Carlos Alcaraz wins Laureus World Sports Award while wearing a cast
Carlos Alcaraz is more injured than we realized. How long it will sideline him remains to be seen, but it is not a good sign that his right wrist is in an immobilized splint at the 2026 Laureus World Sports…
Xfinity Kicks Off Member Celebration with Three Weeks of Exclusive Entertainment, Sports, Live Experiences and Savings from Comcast NBCUniversal
PHILADELPHIA, April 20, 2026--Comcast’s Xfinity today launched its Xfinity Member Celebration, a limited-time event running through May 10 that delivers three weeks of bonus benefits, sweepstakes, and exclusive experiences for Xfinity members. Members can also unlock special Xfinity product offers, featuring savings on mobile devices, smartwatches, and smart home technology, with even more value available at higher membership tiers. The celebration spotlights the unmatched power of Xfinity membe
[TUY8S1.1] Cherry Blossom Event, Creator Collaboration & Updates
Cherry blossoms are falling across D.C., and something new has come with them. A Creator Collaboration with Otsuichi, Rezina, and Mobilmobil adds its own activities and rewards to the update.
Galaxy S24 and Fold 7 get Galaxy S26 AI features with latest One UI 8.5 beta
Samsung is making good on its promise to bring new Galaxy AI features from the Galaxy S26 lineup to existing devices. It has released new One UI 8.5 beta updates today that include these features for several devices, including the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Galaxy S24 series. The Galaxy S25 series has also […]
RWJBarnabas Health, Essex County debut mobile pediatric unit and launch community health clinics
RWJBarnabas Health and Essex County have rolled out their mobile pediatric clinic, which provides children with health screenings and more.
To protest rising taxes, Russia’s small businesses take their ‘flash mobs’ online
With the costs of the war in Ukraine growing, the Kremlin has been raising taxes on and rolling back exemptions for Russian small businesses.
Galaxy S25’s ninth One UI 8.5 beta update now available in India
Samsung has released the One UI 8.5 Beta 9 update for the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and the Galaxy S25 Ultra in India.
Galaxy Glasses make an appearance in Samsung’s latest firmware
A Galaxy Glasses icon has been spotted in both One UI 8.5 and One UI 9 ahead of their expected launch this year.
Alabama forward Amari Allen reveals official NBA draft decision
Alabama forward Amari Allen has revealed his decision surrounding entering the 2026 NBA draft or not.
Advancing epidemic and pandemic preparedness through research readiness: SEAR Unity Studies Network Sites chart the way forward in 2026
On 25 March 2026, WHO Regional Office for the South‑East Asia Region (SEARO) convened the first meeting of the SEAR Chapter of the Unity Studies Network Meeting in 2026 to take stock of progress and plan next steps for strengthening epidemic and pandemic preparedness across the Region. The meeting focused on reviewing the ongoing adaptation of selected, standard Unity Study methodologies, sharing field implementation experiences from 2025, and identifying key priorities to guide collaborative work in 2026.Held virtually, the meeting brought together representatives from six Unity Studies network sites across five countries (Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand) as well as participants from all three levels of WHO.The meeting took place against the backdrop of ongoing regional efforts in South‑East Asia to strengthen early investigations and studies for epidemic and pandemic preparedness, with a focus on pandemic influenza and other emerging respiratory pathogens with epidemic and pandemic potential. In this context, and as part of preparedness for the rapid generation of evidence, the WHO Health Emergencies Programme in SEAR (WHE/SEAR) encourages Unity Studies sites to adapt prioritized, standardized Unity Study protocols to their national contexts. This approach supports the generation of timely and reliable evidence to inform public health decision‑making during epidemics and pandemics.These efforts are supported through a combination of experience sharing, participation in the global Unity Studies network webinars, capacity‑building of the national public health workforce, and regional collaboration that promotes inter‑country, inter‑agency, and inter‑ministerial action. In parallel, sites are encouraged to explore diversified funding sources to help sustain research preparedness over the long term.Discussions highlighted the importance of WHO’s catalytic financial support through the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contributions (PIP‑PC). When combined with national and institutional resources, this support enables countries and sites to maintain continuity of activities at a core level and remain prepared to respond rapidly and effectively to future epidemics and pandemics.Regional and Global Updates: Opening the session, Dr Pushpa Ranjan Wijesinghe, Programme Area Manager, Pandemic and Epidemic Management (PEM) Unit, WHO Health Emergencies Programme, highlighted the progress made in operationalizing the Unity Studies Network across the Region and acknowledged the collaborative efforts of WHO at all three levels, together with country unity studies sites. He emphasized the availability of limited but catalytic funding through the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PIP‑PC) workplan at SEARO to sustain network activities in 2026, while encouraging sites to leverage additional funding sources to expand implementation.Representing SEARO, Dr Ashok Basnet, consultant, Pandemic Influenza Preparedness reported that, at the regional level, the Unity Studies Network currently includes six sites across five countries: Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. He noted that in 2025, catalytic funding supported protocol adaptation, training, and pilot implementation. In addition, a regional Unity Studies symposium held during the Global Public Health Summit in Sri Lanka strengthened and advocated collaboration between the Unity Studies site, national decision‑making forum, relevant technical units of the ministry of health, WHO and other partners.The symposium also highlighted the role of early investigations and studies as a key component of a multi‑source surveillance system needed at country level to generate a broad range of evidence. It underscored the critical role of country Unity Studies sites and similar research entities in generating evidence to support public health decision‑making during epidemics and pandemics.Participants of the WHO GISRS Unity Studies Sites Network- SEAR Chapter Meeting 2026 (Photo credit- PEM/WHE/SEARO). SEARO also updated participants on ongoing efforts to develop a regional Unity Studies webpage and to promote participation in global knowledge‑sharing platforms, including webinars and the WHO Community of Practice. Priorities for 2026 include supporting the implementation of Unity protocols, strengthening collaboration and experience sharing across sites, documenting and publishing findings, integrating Unity Studies activities as a component of multi-source national surveillance systems, and building workforce capacity.Dr Nickle Boddington of the Global Influenza Programme (GIP) at WHO Headquarters, which coordinates the Unity Studies Network globally, provided updates on global Unity Studies activities, noting that the network has expanded to 16 sites worldwide. New and updated protocols, including rapid clinical severity assessment tools and standardized data platforms, are being developed to support implementation. The global Community of Practice has also been launched to facilitate technical exchange, and continued support will be provided to sites for protocol adaptation, ethical approvals, and readiness for early investigation during outbreaks. Updates from Unity Studies sites in SEAR in 2025Unity Studies sites shared progress and experiences in implementing protocols across diverse country contexts. Sites initiated activities in 2025 using catalytic funding from SEARO, complemented by the mobilization of internal national resources. The Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research (IEDCR), Bangladesh, reported the adoption and piloting of investigation protocols on non‑seasonal influenza and emerging respiratory diseases during recent avian influenza outbreaks, demonstrating a multi‑source funding approach involving government, WHO and One Health partners.The Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (HIMSR), New Delhi, India, highlighted the piloting of household transmission investigation studies, the expansion of the national Unity Studies network, and the contribution of study findings to global evidence through published outputs. The All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India, shared experiences from large‑scale seroprevalence studies conducted during the COVID‑19 pandemic, recent efforts to strengthen national Unity network sites through training activities, and plans to initiate multi‑centre studies on respiratory viruses.Similarly, Prince of Songkla University, Thailand, highlighted its experience in developing integrated surveillance and diagnostic protocols for multiple respiratory pathogens, enhancing readiness for targeted investigations of emerging threats. The University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka, reported ongoing engagement with the Ministry of Health and exploration of additional funding sources to initiate studies. Meanwhile, the National Public Health Laboratory, Nepal, provided updates on continued coordination with national stakeholders to initiate implementation, despite delays related to the country context.Across sites, shared experiences underscored the importance of protocol adaptation, multisectoral collaboration, and sustainable funding to operationalize Unity Studies and generate evidence for public health action.Discussions and Way ForwardThe meeting reinforced key priorities for 2026, including strengthening unity studies protocol implementation, enhancing collaboration, knowledge sharing, integrating research as a component of national multi-source surveillance systems, and ensuring that generated evidence informs public health decision‑making. Participants also emphasized the importance of documentation, visibility, and leveraging multiple funding sources, and agreed on the following action points.Unity Studies Sites and WHO Country Offices:Advance adoption and implementation of at least one Unity protocol, continuing activities initiated in 2025 with catalytic funding, supplemented with other sources of funding where feasible.Document site-specific experiences, outcomes, and lessons learned; participate in regional and global knowledge-sharing platforms including WHO webinars and the Community of Practice.Work closely with ministries of health to establish unified national platforms for translating generated evidence into national public health decision-making. WHO Country Offices may facilitate technical support and complementary, synergistic funding opportunities where feasible. WHO Regional OfficeCoordinate with WHO Country Offices to support implementation of core unity studies activities by network sites through catalytic funding and provide technical guidance and virtual engagement opportunities throughout 2026.Facilitate the participation of all Unity Studies sites in the regional meeting on Unity Studies implementation in October 2026, to be held back‑to‑back with the Annual SEAR Regional PIP‑PC Meeting; develop and host a SEAR Unity Studies website; and mobilize support from academic institutions within the SEAR Unity Studies Network to support the development of regional manuscripts that showcase Unity Studies activities to scientific audiences and promote knowledge‑sharing.Explore complementary funding opportunities and partnerships to sustain and expand network activities across the Region.WHO HeadquartersProvide global technical guidance, updated protocols, and toolkits to support the implementation of Unity Studies in SEAR.Facilitate engagement of SEAR sites in global webinars, the Community of Practice, and opportunities to showcase their work.Support joint publications, inclusion of SEAR experiences in global outputs, and identification of additional funding and collaborative opportunities to strengthen Unity Studies activities.
Natrona County health and food inspections (4/10/26–4/16/26)
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Event also marked 110th of the chamber’s presence in Oswego [caption id=attachment_10469 align=alignright width=450] Abby Waever and Keara Patterson (in the middle) receive the Community Leadership & Legacy Award, presented to The Alberts Group.[/caption] The Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GOFCC) on March 4 hosted its 2026 Annual Meeting, presented by Constellation, at the Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center in Oswego. The event’s theme, Rooted in Community. The meeting celebrated the GOFCC’s 110th anniversary in the Oswego community and 10th anniversary of integration with CenterState CEO. The chamber also unveiled a new logo. “I am proud to say the GOFCC has been a force for business success, growth and opportunity, supporting organizations of every size, connecting neighbors and entrepreneurs and ensuring that every voice in Oswego County is heard,” said GOFCC Executive Director Sara Broadwell. The event featured keynote remarks from Novelis’s Kevin Schutt, vice president, manufacturing and production support at Novelis North America. [caption id=attachment_10454 align=alignright width=450] Maria Hudson of Constellation, holding the award, receives the Nancy L. Premo Woman of Distinction Award.[/caption] The GOFCC recognized the following organizations and individuals with achievement awards: • Oswego County Impact & Excellence Award, presented to Oswego County Office of Mobility Management. This award Honors a small business or nonprofit organization that demonstrates outstanding achievement through innovation, growth and measurable positive impact on Oswego County’s economy or quality of life. • Community Leadership & Legacy Award, presented to The Alberts Group. This award recognizes an individual, business or organization whose long-term leadership, investment or philanthropy has significantly advanced the vitality, resilience and future of Oswego County’s communities. • Nancy L. Premo Woman of Distinction Award, presented to Maria Hudson of Constellation. This award honors a woman in business who has made a meaningful impact on her community, inspired others through her leadership, and exemplified the values of service, integrity and empowerment. This award is presented in tribute to the late Nancy Premo, CenterState CEO’s former vice president of Human Resources.