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Why Jenrick’s Reform Defection Fractures UK Political Right
The dramatic sacking of a senior Conservative and his defection hours later to Nigel Farage's Reform UK all-but ended the chances of any deal to unite the British right, confirming the next general election as the most widely contested in decades. Some Tories had held out hopes they could forge a pact with the insurgent Reform party that has rapidly eclipsed them in voter affections. The fallout from leader Kemi Badenoch's shock decision to fire her rival Robert Jenrick on Thursday put that further from reach. Our UK Politics Reporter James Woolcock joined Caroline Hepker and Lizzy Burden on Bloomberg Radio to discuss. (Source: Bloomberg)
Top Jeff Landry aide who shaped New Orleans policies is leaving to start a consulting firm
The staffer is likely to advise Gov. Jeff Landry in a political capacity on his duties as President Donald Trump's special envoy to Greenland.
Disney stock lags as Bob Iger faces challenges in streaming, parks
Disney's stock is lagging despite CEO Bob Iger's comeback tour. Analysts broke down the reasons and the potential impact his successor could have.
10 breakthrough technologies to expect in 2026 : Short Wave
Wanna know where tech is headed this year? MIT Technology Review has answers. They compile an annual list called "10 Breakthrough Technologies". Today, host Regina G. Barber speaks with executive editor Amy Nordrum about the list, and they get into everything from commercial space stations and base-edited babies to batteries that could make electric vehicles even more green. We also do a lightning round of honorable mentions you won't want to miss out on!Check out the full list from MIT Technology Review.Interested in more science? Check out our episode on last year’s top 10 technologies to watch and our episode on building structures in space.Email us your questions at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited and fact-checked by Rebecca Ramirez. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.
San Antonio, Spurs to purchase $30M in Sports and Entertainment District
In a move to take the Sports and Entertainment District from a vision to a reality, the San Antonio City Council voted unanimously to authorize the city manager to execute a a $30 million private acquisition and escrow agreement between the city, the San Antonio Spurs Holdings, LLC and Chicago Title, who will act as the escrow agent for the federal government Jan. 15.
The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy officially a ‘1&2 Pack’
The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy is actually two games in one, publisher Aniplex and developers Too Kyo Games and Media.Vision announced. The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy depicts the fi…
NBC aims to make Sunday nights 'Must See TV' for sports
On a TV landscape ruled by live sports, NBC wants Sunday nights to become appointment viewing, with its NBA and MLB packages joining its longstanding NFL slate this year.
Riney: Better health should be Michigan’s next big investment
Did you know life expectancy in Detroit is lower than in parts of Mexico — even though the U.S. spends more than twice as much per person on healthcare?
Federal funding package includes $17 million for projects on Long Island
The funding reflects the work of Long Island's four House members and New York's two senators, mostly in joint efforts.
US Senate passes bill to boost federal science spending after White House sought major cuts
The U.S. Senate voted on Thursday to approve billions of dollars in funding for federal science agencies, rejecting deep cuts proposed by President Donald Trump in space and other areas.
Three business leaders to be inducted into Dothan Business Hall of Fame
Pat Thomas, William E. Stickler and Mark Saliba are earning recognition for their positive community impact through their businesses and practices.
Our model of the universe is deeply flawed — unless space is actually a 'sticky fluid', new research hints
Our best models of the cosmos don't add up — but that could change if the universe is actually made of a viscous 'fluid,' a new paper suggests.
Del Monte Foods to sell core businesses
Fresh Del Monte Produce, B&G Foods, Pacific Coast Producers ink asset purchase deals.
Key Senate staffer is “begging” NASA to get on with commercial space stations
It comes up almost every time that I see him. Continuous human presence and no gap."
Americans’ views on the impact of science on society
Democrats continue to be more likely than Republicans to say science has had a mostly positive effect on society.
Entertainment in Tahoe: BoomBox & The Polish Ambassador, Mad Caddies and more!
Friday, January 16 BoomBox & The Polish Ambassador – 9 p.m., 14 State Route 28. We are very excited to announce a 2 Night Run with BoomBox & The Polish Ambassador “Tahoe Vacation” on Jan....
Citizen science
Citizen science, also called community science, is a common term for a wide range of participatory practices involving scientific data collection and analysis.Citizen science is important for science, research and policy, and has multiple benefits for society and for participants themselves by expanding knowledge, increasing awareness and fostering stewardship.While some scientists remain cautious about the quality of citizen science data, acceptance within the broader scientific community is steadily growing.Measures to strengthen the role and impact of citizen science include enhancing policy and funding support, continued training of educators and leveraging existing data collection technologies.
NASA astronauts back on Earth after unprecedented medical emergency on ISS
The SpaceX Crew-11 Dragon spacecraft splashed down this morning as four astronauts completed an unprecedented medical evacuation of the International Space Station (ISS).
Endorsements show Trump’s impact on both sides of Georgia’s governor’s race
Sally Quillian Yates, famous for her rebuke of the president, is backing Democrat Jason Esteves. Turning Point Action favors Republican Burt Jones.
What Greenland Sharks Are Teaching Us About Aging Eyes
Greenland sharks' eyes never seem to get old. Plus, exactly how flawless is the greatest eye in the sky, the James Webb Space Telescope?
Business spending on OpenAI models jumps to a record, new data shows
OpenAI leads enterprise AI adoption among US businesses, outpacing Anthropic and Google. Ramp data shows rising paid usage in December 2025.
Chinese scientists unveil reliable lunar clock that accounts for Einstein's relativity
A new software package detailed by Chinese scientists promises to tell what time it is on the moon, accounting for effects of relativity.
NASA brings astronauts home early after health issue in first-ever evacuation
NASA completed its first-ever medical evacuation from space, bringing four astronauts back to Earth early after a health issue aboard the International Space Station.
Trump administration cuts nearly $2B in mental health services funding, impacting WA
Funding cuts will mean the abrupt end of programs for youth suicide prevention, addiction recovery services and peer support programs.
Data centers in outer space emerge as solution to AI's massive energy requirements
AI data centers in space offer sustainable computing solutions, avoiding Earth's storms and cyber threats while reducing the environmental impact, experts say.
Oklahoma businesses anticipate economic boost from 2028 Olympics
Oklahoma state leaders are preparing for the economic impact of the 2028 Olympic Games with a proposed bill to support local businesses.
Packers Discussion: Rank The Packers Playoff Heartbreakers
Let’s open some old wounds for fun!
Recovery grants available for East Side merchants who lost business after Brown shooting
Recovery grants will soon become available to help Providence East Side businesses impacted during the roughly five-day manhunt for the gunman responsible for killing two students and injuring nine others at Brown University in December.
Astronaut With Mystery Health Issue Forces NASA's First Medical Evacuation from Space
NASA's SpaceX Crew-11 mission is ending early to bring back a member with a medical issue. Astronauts who spend a long time in space may have brain changes, 'baby feet' and more.
International Day of Sports for Development and Peace | Division for Inclusive Social Development (DISD)
The Department of Economic and Social Affairs is pleased to announce that the 2026 International Day of Sport for Development and Peace will spotlight the theme “Sport: Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers,” underscoring sport’s unique capacity to foster connection, inclusion, and peace in an increasingly fragmented world. As a universal language that transcends cultural, social, and boundaries, sport serves as a powerful catalyst for social transformation.
Doctor on challenges in public health and impact: "The biggest problem is the confusion"
Congress Defies Trump on NASA Science Budget
The space community is breathing a sigh of relief after lawmakers rejected Trump proposed cuts.
White House Science & Tech Policy Director Testifies on U.S. AI Strategy
White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Kratsios testifies before a House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on the administration's artificial intelligence (AI) strategy.
String Theory Can Now Describe a Universe That Has Dark Energy
In an unprecedented step, researchers crafted a detailed model compatible with the universe’s accelerated expansion.
Edgewater Neighbors, Business Owners Sue The City Over Broadway Rezoning
The plaintiffs are asking for the rezoning of Broadway to be overturned, saying the city violated property owners' rights.
JPM26 Day 2: Companies Lay Out Near-Term Revenue, Longer-Term Business Goals
Biopharma companies—including AstraZeneca, BioNTech and Agios—peered farther into the future on the second day of JPM, setting both revenue and R&D targets through the end of the decade.
How Attribution Science Can Help Inform Grid Resilience
Extreme weather events were behind all high-impact power outages in the central United States between 2014 and 2024.
Mars Veterinary Health publishes 2025 Science Impact Report highlighting global advances in pet health
Mars Veterinary Health has published its 2025 Science Impact Report – Pets, Purpose, Progress: Clinical Excellence through Scientific Innovation.
Rachel Reeves 'particularly concerned' about pub business rates
Chancellor hints there will not be more support for other hospitality businesses to soften the impact of rate rises.
Secrets Of Ancient Concrete, And... Data Centers In Space?
What can we learn from a Pompeii construction site preserved in ash? Plus, tech companies look to build solar-powered data centers in space.
Bipartisan health package still in play despite Obamacare rancor
Leadership and health committees in both parties have quietly swapped offers on a package over the past week.
The long-term health impacts from the LA wildfires are just becoming clear
The fires affected millions of people in the region. It could take years to understand the health consequences, but ongoing research is helping to prepare people to weather the next fires more safely.
The first Windows 11 OS update for 2026 is now rolling out with important fixes — including one that impacts battery life on PCs with an NPU
Microsoft has issued its first Patch Tuesday security updates for Windows 11 in 2026, and this round includes some important fixes for battery life and networking.
White House Science & Tech Policy Director Testifies on U.S. AI Strategy
White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Kratsios testifies before a House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on the administration's artificial intelligence (AI) strategy.
Analysis: South Dakotans, power and national politics
SDPB's Dakota Political Junkies discuss how polarization impacts the ability to craft effective policy
Free program aims to help small business owners, entrepreneurs
Fresno Pacific University's Center for Community Transformation is gearing up to give small business owners expert training on a variety of targeted topics.
Immigrant corridors in both Minneapolis and St. Paul nearly shut down by intensifying ICE actions
Revenue is down between 50% and 100% at immigrant-run businesses along Lake Street and on St. Paul’s East Side. Businesses say the impact is worse than COVID’s.
Artificial intelligence tools expand scientists’ impact but contract science’s focus
Nature - Artificial intelligence boosts individual scientists’ output, citations and career progression, but collectively narrows research diversity and reduces collaboration, concentrating...
Supreme Court considers cases on transgender athletes in women's sports
The Supreme Court is reviewing two cases from Idaho and West Virginia that will impact transgender athletes in women's sports.
Push for ICE reforms could impact government funding effort
The Congressional Progressive Caucus announced it would oppose any proposed funding for immigration enforcement in the DHS spending bill until reforms are enacted.
‘Flawed,’ ‘inaccurate,’ ‘biased’: Influential Oregonians say state’s lawyers wrote shoddy explanations for proposed ballot measure
The biggest flaw, they say, is that the draft explanations completely omit the proposed measures' biggest impact: 1.1 million more Oregonians would be able to take part in government funded primary elections for the most important offices.
Tamika Catchings rejoins Pacers Sports & Entertainment as ambassador
Pacers Sports & Entertainment announced Tuesday that Indiana Fever legend Tamika Catchings will rejoin the organization in a newly created role as an ambassador.
Tamika Catchings back with Pacers Sports & Entertainment in newly created role
The Hall of Famer, former Indiana Fever star, and community leader is returning to Pacers Sports & Entertainment as organization ambassador.
Unpacking All the Samsung Galaxy S26 Rumors: Cameras, Pricing, Specs, More
S26 leaks include Samsung potentially ditching the Edge, Perplexity AI integration, and better Qi2 wireless charging compatibility. Based on our experience, here's what we expect in early 2026.
Review & Giveaway: Designer Science
C.W. Howell’s book documents what transpired, unpacks the broader meaning, and illuminates the effects of the “Intelligent Design” movement that sought to shake the foundations of the scientific establishment.
What most caused Packers' playoff demise? Here's what readers said
We polled readers to find out what they primarily blamed for the Packers' early exit, and here's what they told us.
Senators punt release of health package to end of January
A bipartisan group of senators had originally hoped to release a framework this week.
The Metro: Learned helplessness in politics can be unlearned
Dr. Julia Felton, associate professor of psychology at Wayne State University, unpacked learned helplessness in our society today.
The moon has been stealing Earth’s atmosphere for billions of years
Particles from Earth’s atmosphere have been carried into space by solar wind and landing on the moon for billions of years, mixing into the lunar soil, according to a new study.
Alcohol too cheap in Europe as health impact mounts, WHO warns
World Health Organization official says “More affordable alcohol drives violence, injuries and disease.”
Rubio says US does not know whereabouts of 137 Venezuelans deported under the Alien Enemies Act
The Trump administration does not know the whereabouts of 137 Venezuelans it unlawfully deported last year, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, adding that attempting to offer them due process would impact US foreign policy interests in the country.
Fever legend Tamika Catchings an ambassador for Pacers Sports & Entertainment
The Fever's lone MVP who delivered the franchise a WNBA championship is continuing her service to Indiana in this new role.
Fever legend Tamika Catchings reunites with Pacers Sports & Entertainment in new role as ambassador
Tamika Catchings becomes Pacers Sports & Entertainment ambassador
Pacers Sports & Entertainment has hired former WNBA star and current ESPN broadcaster Tamika Catchings as an official ambassador, where she will accentuate business initiatives and be a public presence for the Fever, Pacers and G League Noblesville Boom.
Rural areas have darker skies but fewer resources for students interested in astronomy – telescopes in schools can help
Stargazing can stimulate an interest in space in kids and lead to a passion for science. But rural schools often lack the resources to nurture these interests.
Ubisoft Layoffs Impact Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft Stockholm Employees
Ubisoft confirms restructuring at Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft Stockholm. 55 roles may be affected by the changes.
Climate-Resilient Health Systems for Sustained Value Chains, Healthcare Access and Services - Global Center on Adaptation
Climate-Resilient Health Systems for Sustained Value Chains, Healthcare Access and Services GCA Webinar Series on Adaptation Insights Zoom VIRTUAL 22 January 2026, 15:00 CET Register here nbs-for-infrastructure Share this post: Source: Background Climate change poses unprecedented threats to health systems globally, particularly in vulnerable regions across Africa and beyond. The cascading impacts of extreme weather events, rising temperatures, and shifting disease patterns are disrupting healthcare delivery and access, infrastructure integrity, and supply chains essential for maintaining public health. Event DescriptionThe Climate-Resilient Health Systems for Sustained Value Chains, Healthcare Access and Services webinar will convene a panel discussion on the upcoming Climate Adaptation Insights on Health report and engage key stakeholders across government, development partners, private sector, and civil society in understanding the critical intersections between climate change adaptation and health system strengthening. By sharing insights on systemic vulnerabilities, interdependencies across the health system and supporting systems, and innovative adaptation approaches, this event will catalyze dialogue and action toward building climate-resilient health systems that can sustain healthcare access and services under changing climate conditions. The webinar will bring together participants from healthcare practitioners, multilateral development banks, international health organizations, climate finance institutions, research institutions, and civil society organizations globally. nbs-for-infrastructure Share this post:
Fanatics and OBB Media Launch Joint Venture, Fanatics Studios, a New, Transformative Global Sports and Entertainment Studio
Fanatics, a leading global sports platform, and OBB Media, the award-winning next-gen entertainment studio, have announced the launch of Fanatics Studios, a transformative new joint venture poised to be the premier global studio for sports entertainment. Built to independently create, finance, produ
New study finds astronauts' brains change after space travel
Following spaceflight, the brain shifts "upward and backward within the skull", with sensory and motor regions showing the largest shift, the study found.
Circinus Galaxy (Hubble and Webb Compass Image)
This image shows two views of the Circinus galaxy, one captured by the Hubble Space Telescope and the other by the James Webb Space Telescope’s NIRISS (Near-Infrared Imager and Slitless Spectrograph. It shows compass arrows, scale bar, and color key for reference.
Clovis South High will launch Aviation and Aerospace Science Pathway next year
As buildings are still being constructed at the future home of Clovis South High School, so are the programs that will be offered to students.
Oakland community calls on city to prevent illegal dumping, citing health impacts
On the 311 Service Request Hotline, the city of Oakland reported more than 25,000 calls for service at illegal dumping sites in 2025. And so far this year, they received more than 150 calls.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Release Dates, Pre-Order Offers And Pricing
Samsung is preparing to launch the Galaxy S26 Ultra at the next Galaxy Unpacked. When will this take place, when will pre-orders open and when will see the first reviews?
This new sugar tastes like the real thing without the usual downsides
Scientists at Tufts have found a way to turn common glucose into a rare sugar that tastes almost exactly like table sugar—but with far fewer downsides. Using engineered bacteria as microscopic factories, the team can now produce tagatose efficiently and cheaply, achieving yields far higher than current methods. Tagatose delivers nearly the same sweetness as sugar with significantly fewer calories, minimal impact on blood sugar, and even potential benefits for oral and gut health.
Scientists discover what’s linking floods and droughts across the planet
Scientists tracking Earth’s water from space discovered that El Niño and La Niña are synchronizing floods and droughts across continents. When these climate cycles intensify, far-apart regions can become unusually wet or dangerously dry at the same time. The study also found a global shift about a decade ago, with dry extremes becoming more common than wet ones. Together, the results show that water crises are part of a global pattern, not isolated events.
EPA says it will no longer consider health costs in pollution regulations
The EPA weakened emissions standards for new power plants and said it would no longer consider the economic impacts of public health in rule making.
A Quarter Century in Orbit: Science Shaping Life on Earth and Beyond
For more than 25 years, humans have lived and worked continuously aboard the International Space Station, conducting research that is transforming life on
DOJ's Fed probe sparks GOP backlash: From the Politics Desk
Plus, meet the new Trump super PAC megadonors.
Meta plans layoffs at Reality Labs, impacting VR, Horizon Worlds teams
Meta plans layoffs in its Reality Labs division, impacting VR headset and Horizon Worlds teams, as it shifts focus to AI.
Ken Welch campaign in turmoil after $200K-plus stolen from PAC, stagnant fundraising
Committee officials plan to have conversations with local and federal law enforcement on next steps.
Family of Robert Brooks heads to Albany to continue push for prison reforms
Even though the governor signed a package of bills last month targeting changes at prisons, Brooks' family members say several critical provisions were weakened or removed from the final product.
Hubble Has Traveled Over 6 Billion Kilometers. Soon, It Will Crash Down To Earth.
Current predictions show surprisingly high odds of the telescope posing risk to people on Earth.
This protein-packed snack is popular, but it comes with serious health risks
Ingesting ultra-processed foods has been associated with over 30 health conditions. Too much red meat is associated with adverse health outcomes, too.
Nutrition Strategies to Improve Health With Protein, Fiber, Carbs
Following the release of a new food pyramid and dietary guidelines for Americans, nutrition expert and author of "The Whole Body Reset," Heidi Skolnick joins TODAY with what the recommendations mean for you, how to pace protein intake, how to get more fiber in your diet through foods, what people on GLP-1s should keep in mind about the new guidelines and more.
Legend Biotech Highlights Recent Business Updates at 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference
Exceeded 10,000 patients treated to date with CARVYKTI® (ciltacabtagene autoleucel; cilta-cel)Increased CARVYKTI® manufacturing capacity with the physical expansion of the Raritan facility, now the largest cell therapy manufacturing facility in the U.S.Profitability expected in 2026, driven by continued CARVYKTI® revenue growth and operating margin expansion Treated first patient with in vivo pipeline candidate in investigator-initiated trial Preclinical data from primates provided early validat
Willgress hopes accident will not hamper title bid
Wayne Willgress fractured his shoulder and right hand in a work accident last year but hopes it will not stop him making an impact at the World Indoor Bowls event in his home county of Norfolk.
Doseology Engages McKinney Regulatory Science Advisors to Advance Innovative Oral Pouch Product Development through Science and Regulatory Expertise
Doseology Sciences Inc. (CSE: MOOD) (PINK: DOSEF) (FSE: VU70) ("Doseology" or the "Company") a leader in biotechnology-driven consumer products, today announced a strategic partnership with McKinney Regulatory Science Advisors ("McKinney"), a premier FDA regulatory consulting firm specializing in nicotine and reduced-risk consumer products, to spearhead its regulatory submission strategy and solidify its commitment to scientific leadership in the oral pouch technology space.
New to state politics or need a refresher? Here’s our Idaho legislative session 101 guidebook.
The workings in the Idaho Capitol may seem confusing or removed from everyday life, but decisions made there have a real impact on Idahoans.
How Healthy Is Olive Oil?
This star of the Mediterranean diet is packed with nutritional benefits.
Ozone infusions, lasers, plasma: How clinics want to sell you a longer life
Longevity medicine has exploded into the mainstream, but the fervor has outpaced rigorous scientific evidence and federal regulations.
Flagship CEO Calls Out Attacks on Science, Warns of China Dominance
In his annual letter, Flagship Pioneering’s Noubar Afeyan lays out a choice between near-term “human-made miracles” and a reversion to the pain and suffering of past diseases due to “growing contempt” in the U.S. for the scientific method.
New megadonors with major business before the government back Trump's super PAC
Business leaders affiliated with AI companies and TikTok and family members of people accused of federal crimes were among those who made big donations to MAGA Inc.
New megadonors with major business before the government back Trump's super PAC
Business leaders affiliated with AI companies and TikTok and family members of people accused of federal crimes were among those who made big donations to MAGA Inc.
The Sports Bra announces WNBA player investment and Playmakers program to Honor Young Athletes — New School Beer + Cider
WNBA Champion, Executive, and Team Owner Renee Montgomery Joins The Sports Bra as Early Investor
Sustainability teams need to speak the language of business
Sustainability professionals have created their own ‘professional language’ that does not help drive impact. Learning the language of business can help.
El Paso businesses close doors, owner looks to future with optimism
Several local businesses in El Paso, including Joe Vinny & Bronson's, are closing their doors, leaving the community to reflect on the special spaces they creat
Western Pacific Region achieves milestone: 19 countries complete comprehensive health information system assessments
The Health Information and Digital Health (HID) unit in the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific has successfully supported 19 countries, covering 99% of the Region’s population, to conduct comprehensive health information system (HIS) assessments, surpassing the regional target of 15 set for 2025 and advancing efforts toward universal health coverage. Using SCORE, a technical package of essential interventions, recommended actions, tool and resources developed by WHO and partners to address challenges in meeting HIS needs, these assessments systematically assess health data availability and quality, enabling countries to monitor trends, identify and respond to emerging health challenges, and improve policies and programmes for healthier families, communities and societies. The first round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2019-2021 in 14 countries in the Region and over 130 countries globally. The second round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2024-2025.SCORE assessments are a key priority identified by Member States and WHO at all levels, including within WHO-Country/Multi-Country Cooperation Strategies, the Regional Vision Weaving Health for Families, Communities and Societies in the Western Pacific Region (2025–2029), and the WHO Fourteenth General Programme of Work (GPW 14, 2025–2028). Within the Regional Vision, implementing SCORE assessments is a key action for technology and innovation to advance health equity (strand 5).The SCORE for Health Data technical package is based on five key interventions, represented by the acronym SCORE. Interventions S, C and O focus on strengthening core data sources. Survey (S) covers population-based health surveys, surveillance systems and censuses, including their capacity to monitor health-related SDGs. Count (C) focuses on birth, death and cause of death registration as parts of a functional CRVS system. Optimize (O) addresses routine health service data and key health service inputs such as health financing and health workforce.Interventions R and E focus on data use for action. Review (R) examines regular analytical reviews of health sector progress and performance, together with national analytical capacity. Enable (E) looks at the policy, governance, and digital foundations needed to support effective data use.The Western Pacific Region shows relatively strong performance in the Review (R) and Count (C) interventions. Most countries in the Region demonstrate good analytical reporting and institutional capacity for analysis and learning. More than two-thirds of countries show more mature CRVS systems, driven by improvements in birth and death registration. However, medical certification of cause-of-death remains a key gap, with limited or low coverage in over half of countries in the Region.Performance under the Survey (S) intervention is mixed. While surveillance systems are generally strong, several countries in the Region continue to face challenges in implementing their surveys and censuses. Monitoring health-related SDGs is still a challenge for more than a third of countries in the Region.The greatest challenges are observed in the Optimize (O) and Enable (E) interventions. More than half of countries have lower maturity levels in routine health service and resource systems. Two-thirds of countries also face challenges with effective use of data and evidence for policy and action, largely due to gaps in digital infrastructure, governance and legislation for health data systems, and especially in data and sharing.  As part of the SCORE methodology, multi-stakeholder consultations and validation workshops were conducted in many countries to review findings and plan strategies for HIS strengthening. The HID unit continues to provide targeted support to facilitate dialogue and assist countries in developing HIS improvement plans. These plans guide governments and partners to align investments and coordinate efforts for maximum impact.WHO also assists countries with tailored technical support to address key gaps as requested by countries/national health authorities. SCORE assessments should be conducted periodically to monitor progress in HIS strengthening, although progress across addressing gaps identified in SCORE should be continually tracked as countries implement improvements.Additional countries will be supported to implement SCORE in 2026. The Regional Vision delivery-for-impact target, endorsed by Member States, is for all countries and areas to have implemented SCORE assessments and have an increased SCORE index by 2029 while WHO is aiming for 80% of Member States in the Region to conduct round two assessments. Countries yet to complete assessments are therefore encouraged to contact the HID unit at the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific for tailored support.The implementation of SCORE HIS assessments in the Western Pacific Region was supported by The Gates Family Foundation.
Say Goodbye To Ugly Power Strips With This Sleek Solution
Say goodbye to messy wires. The D-Line Cable Management Box is the stylish, safe solution for hiding power strips and reclaiming your space.