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I can text Claude like a personal assistant now — this iPhone shortcut made it possible
Now I keep my most important chats in my text messages so I can access them faster
How America’s nursing shortage impacts health care
Demand for nurses expected to continue through 2038
Death of North Kingstown police officer highlights mental health strains
Police departments across the region are mourning the loss of a North Kingstown officer whose career was cut short by tragedy just months after it began.
NVIDIA’s Answer to the GPU Shortage Has Samsung Resurrecting the GeForce RTX 3060, and It Might Just Work
NVIDIA now plans to bring older GPUs back to life, and Samsung Foundry is preparing to restart production lines for the GeForce RTX 3060.
Report Says More High-End ‘Ultra’ Apple Products Are On Their Way
Apple's wallet-friendly era will be short-lived, reporting suggests.
How springing forward to daylight saving time could affect your health
Most of the U.S. springs forward Sunday losing one hour of sleep that can disrupt circadian rhythm and raise short term risks of crashes and heart attacks.
AI Can Cut Months Off Your Business Launch and Boost Your Profits Faster
AI is dramatically shortening the time it takes to launch and monetize an online business. Here's how entrepreneurs are using AI to move faster without sacrificing long-term viability.
Valve Says New Steam Machine, Controller, and Frame Will Still Land in 2026
Despite a pessimistic sounding now-deleted blog post highlighting challenges caused by the current memory shortage, Valve later said it still plans to ship the Steam Machine, Steam Controller, and Steam Frame in 2026.
Arizona governor vetoes Charlie Kirk memorial license plate sparking GOP outrage: ‘This bill falls short’
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs is facing Republican backlash after vetoing a Charlie Kirk memorial license plate bill, citing political concerns over the proposal.
Review: Resident Evil 7 Shines On Switch 2, But Village Falls Short
DLSS is once again the console's best friend.
China warns of global chip shortages as Nexperia dispute escalates again
China's commerce ministry on Saturday raised the possibility of another global semiconductor supply chain crisis due to "new conflicts" between Dutch chipmaker Nexperia and its Chinese subsidiary.
As WA grocery stores shutter, lawmakers struggle to respond
Four of five bills in the Legislature meant to prevent grocery closures stalled out under industry pressure, in a short session dominated by a wealth tax debate.
Kristi Noem prioritized immigration over everything else in homeland security’s large portfolio. That wasn’t her downfall
During her short-lived tenure, the DHS secretary faced heavy criticism for eroding the core capabilities of a massive department that houses over 20 high-profile agencies – including the TSA, the US Coast Guard and ICE.
House lawmakers overwhelmingly reject proposal to legalize sports betting in Georgia
If you want to put your money down on your favorite sports team, you’re going to have to break state law. Sports betting is illegal in Georgia, and it’s likely to stay that way after a bill to legalize the practice went down in flames Friday in the state House, falling short ahead of a […]
ComfortDelGro’s Diversified Business Can Withstand Middle East Conflict, CEO Says
The conflict in the Middle East may affect transport operators through fuel costs and consumer demand, but it will likely be short-lived, the chief executive of ComfortDelGro said.
Short-handed Warriors edge Rockets 115-113 in overtime thriller
Brandon Podziemski had 26 points, De'Anthony Melton added 23 and the short-handed Golden State Warriors outlasted the Houston Rockets 115-113 in overtime Thursday night. The Warriors were up three with about 30 seconds left in overtime when Kevin Durant was fouled on a 3-point attempt and made the first two before a miss. Golden State got the rebound and Melton made a tip-in layup with 5.3 seconds left to push the lead to 115-112.
Jefferson Township schools may lose sports programs, extracurriculars due to budget shortfall
Students and parents in New Jersey are outraged after their school district said that they may be forced to eliminate its sports program because of a massive budget shortfall.
Montana Republican U.S. Sen. Steve Daines drops reelection bid minutes before filing deadline
Montana U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme, who is also a Republican, entered the race shortly before the deadline.
‘OPB Politics Now’: Oregon education report card - grading the 2026 session
What did state lawmakers accomplish in the short session on the education front?
Mac Studio 512GB RAM Option Disappears Amid Global DRAM Shortage
Apple quietly updated Mac Studio configuration options this week, removing the 512GB memory upgrade. As of yesterday, there is no option to purchase a Mac Studio with 512GB RAM, with the machine now maxing out at 256GB. The Mac Studio starts with 36GB RAM, but there were upgrades ranging from 48GB to 512GB, with the higher tier upgrades limited to the M3 Ultra chip. Now there are options ranging from 48GB to 256GB, with wait times into May for the 256GB upgrade.
Cuba’s economy on edge: Fuel shortages and rising hardship
Havana's streets have changed as a US fuel blockade restricts the movements of vehicles and people and hits businesses.
Arsenal, 'The Intolerables': Why no one wants Mikel Arteta's side to win the Premier League title
The Gunners find themselves seven points clear of City and potentially a short time away from winning their first Premier League crown in over 20 years,
Is CVS Health (CVS) Still Attractive After A 27% One Year Share Price Gain
Some investors may be asking whether CVS Health offers good value at around its recent price, or whether much of the potential upside in the stock has already been realized. Over the past year, CVS Health has recorded a 26.8% return, with shorter term moves of 5.7% over 7 days and 6.8% over 30 days. These changes may have influenced how investors view its risk and reward profile. Recent coverage around CVS Health has focused on the company as a large, integrated healthcare player, with...
Should you take a supplement for heart health? Here’s what the science says.
A lot of supplements claim to help your heart. But the list of those that actually may be beneficial is short, experts say.
Should you take a supplement for heart health? Here’s what the science says.
A lot of supplements claim to help your heart. But the list of those that actually may be beneficial is short, experts say.
Huskies Dispatch Fading Trojans
The Washington Huskies have made a habit this year of coming up short against good opponents due to limited offensive options. Zoom Diallo and Hannes Steinbach have been excellent, but haven’t received enough support from the rest of the roster. On Wednesday night, Diallo and Steinbach were so good that they didn’t need much support. […]
Apple unveils lower cost iPhone 17e, raises prices on MacBooks
The price increases for the company's laptops come amid a global memory shortage dubbed "RAMageddon" that is being fueled by the rise in demand for artificial intelligence.
Trump’s and Hegseth’s awkward comments about US troop deaths in Iran war
From the start of his war with Iran, President Donald Trump took care to acknowledge the ugly headlines that could result. This was to be a much more significant operation than his previous military strikes, he said in a video posted shortly after the military action began, and that meant likely US deaths.
John Fleming says Ralph Abraham offered him CDC job if he dropped out of Senate race
Shortly after leaving the CDC job, Abraham was named chair of Rep. Julia Letlow’s Senate campaign against Fleming.
A Look At Flutter Entertainment’s (NYSE:FLUT) Valuation After Q4 2025 Loss And Softer 2026 Outlook
Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) has come under scrutiny after Q4 2025 results combined strong revenue growth with a net loss, softer profitability metrics, and a 2026 outlook that fell short of investor expectations. See our latest analysis for Flutter Entertainment. Flutter’s share price reaction to the Q4 2025 loss and softer 2026 outlook has been severe, with a 30 day share price return of 32.6% decline and a year to date share price return of 49.0% decline. The 1 year total shareholder...
Yaël Ossowski: The (short) history of kratom policy in the United States
When authorities moved to schedule kratom, they triggered a public health scare, not a safety fix.
The global fallout of RFK Jr's vaccine policies
In his role as Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is changing how the United States approaches vaccines. But those changes aren’t limited to the United States. NPR global health correspondent Gabrielle Emanuel joins Short Wave to talk about two examples of how the global public health landscape may be shifting. First, the United States’ ultimatum to an international vaccine group. Second, the uncertain fate of a vaccine trial. Some researchers are calling the trial a “unique” opportunity, and others are calling it “unethical.” Read more of global health correspondent Gabrielle Emanuel’s work here.Interested in more global health? Email us your question 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.
Hinge Health, Inc. (HNGE) Delivers Strong Q4 Results and Optimistic 2026 Guidance, Truist Reaffirms Buy Rating
Hinge Health, Inc. (NYSE:HNGE) ranks among the most shorted stocks to buy according to analysts. On February 11, following the company’s fourth-quarter 2025 results, Truist Securities reaffirmed its Buy rating on Hinge Health, Inc. (NYSE:HNGE) and set a price target of $63 on the company’s shares. Analyst Jailendra Singh retained an upbeat assessment after a […]
College sports’ best current DI dynasties, plus Rueben Bain’s short arms
Until Saturday is The Athletic's free college football newsletter.
Mysterious 'little red dots' discovered by James Webb telescope may be the first stars in the universe on the verge of collapse
A new study suggests that "little red dots" spied by the James Webb Space Telescope could be the universe's short-lived first generation of gigantic stars, challenging an existing theory.
Apple raises prices of new MacBooks as memory shortage continues
Apple didn't raise the price of its budget iPhone and iPad Air — but it is increasing its MacBook Air and MacBook Pro prices by at least $100.
AI And The Workforce Reset In Healthcare
AI is restructuring healthcare delivery as workforce shortages intensify. From ambient scribes to AI-enabled imaging, leaders redesign care around capacity.
Is PENN Entertainment (PENN) Now Attractively Priced After Recent Share Price Rebound?
This article examines whether PENN Entertainment at around US$14.85 appears attractively priced or potentially a value trap, by reviewing what the available numbers indicate about the stock. The share price has moved sharply in the short term, with a 22% return over the last 7 days and 15.7% over the last 30 days. This contrasts with a 28.5% decline over 1 year and a 51% decline over 3 years. Recent headlines have focused on PENN Entertainment's position in the US gaming and entertainment...
Everton v Burnley: Key stats and talking points
Everton will be looking to arrest a sharp decline in their home form when Burnley make the relatively short trip to Hill Dickinson Stadium on Tuesday (19:30 GMT). The Toffees, who sit eighth, won five of the first nine league games at their new ground on the banks of the River Mersey, but they are winless in their past seven, their worst run at home since going nine without a victory at Goodison Park between April and October 1998. Back-to-back losses at home to Bournemouth and Manchester United were followed up by an impressive 3-2 win over Newcastle United in a lively game at St James' Park on Saturday.
Gossip: Man Utd keen on Guimaraes as Casemiro replacement
Manchester United want Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes, 28, to replace Casemiro this summer - with the 34-year-old midfielder endorsing his Brazil team-mate. AS) Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund boss Niko Kovac has been added to the shortlist for the next manager at Old Trafford. Football Insider) Finally, Barcelona are ready to pay United the fee they want to turn Marcus Rashford's loan move into a permanent one.
TL;DW: Ranked, Shyvana & More Dev Update
A short rundown of changes from today’s Dev Update.
The First Fascist Was French, Antisemitic, and … Neighbors With Teddy Roosevelt?
Marquis de Morès had a wild life—and a short one. That’s probably for the best.
States Move to Limit Access to H.I.V. Treatment
Citing shortfalls in federal support, about 20 states are toughening eligibility requirements for patients in drug assistance programs.
Reports of Iranian Supreme Leader’s death raise questions about what comes next
Reports of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s death have sparked questions about Iran's future leadership and potential regime change. While some view this as a historic moment with the possibility of reform, experts like Dr. Kelsey P. Norman warn of potential chaos and instability in the short to medium term. Former Tehran resident Arshia Kian expresses concern over a possible 'nightmare scenario' where power shifts without meaningful change, and he emphasizes the uncertainty and fear that persist in Iran. The situation remains fluid, with the timeline for any political transition unpredictable.
Apple’s Touch MacBook Will Stop Well Short of a Mac-iPad Hybrid
Apple’s upcoming touch-screen MacBook Pro will show the company is still far from combining the Mac and iPad. Also: Apple is preparing its retail stores for significant interest in this coming week’s new products, and it’s readying a new artificial intelligence framework for developers.
Jeff Duncan: UNO’s upset bid falls short again McNeese, but Privateers headed in right direction under Stacy Hollowell
UNO settled for a moral victory instead of an actual victory against the Southland Conference’s best.
Is PENN Entertainment (PENN) Attractively Priced After Recent 20% Weekly Share Price Jump?
Wondering whether PENN Entertainment at around US$15.64 is a bargain or a value trap? This article walks through what the current price might be implying. The share price has moved sharply in the short term, with a 20.1% return over the last 7 days and 18.0% over the last 30 days. However, the 1 year return of 27.3% and 3 year return of 49.8% show a very different picture. These swings come as investors continue to reassess PENN Entertainment's position in the US gaming and entertainment...
Yankees news: Volpe gets wisdom from an iconic Yankee shortstop
Volpe sits down for a long chat with Bucky Dent; Grichuk set to workout after physical; Schlittler set for Opening Day still; Aaron Judge’s insane consistency.
Winners and Losers: Cleveland Cavaliers at Detroit Pistons
The Cavs came up short on the road.
Ramadan in Yemen’s Aden: Optimism dimmed by tensions and shortages
Yemeni government makes strides stabilising Aden, yet shortages and clashes reveal continued fragility during Ramadan.
Column | New dietary guidelines promise science over bias — but come up short
The Trump administration says it wants evidence driving nutrition conclusions, but bias keeps getting in the way.
Skidding, short-handed teams clash as Grizzlies face Mavericks
With a little more than a month left in the season, the Memphis Grizzlies are doing their best to persevere as their best players remain on the mend and the losses mount.
Seahawks’ NFLPA report card is sparkling, with one surprising exception
The Super Bowl champs fell short in one category of the yearly survey.
Medicare spending set to nearly double in 10 years and Medicaid and ACA spending up a third, CBO says, just as Trump’s tax cut shortens its lifespan
Medicare spending alone will nearly double over the next decade, but the CBO projects its underlying trust fund will run dry by 2040.
'Big Short' Michael Burry warns Nvidia risk could be 'catastrophic'
Michael Burry of "The Big Short" fame warned of a "troubling" surge in Nvidia's purchase obligations to $95 billion, labeling it a "risky position."
Apple Teases 'A Big Week Ahead' With Announcements Starting Monday
Apple CEO Tim Cook today teased "a big week ahead," with announcements starting Monday. His post included an #AppleLaunch hashtag with a colorful Apple logo, along with a short video that ultimately shows an Apple logo on the lid of a Mac. Apple is reportedly planning a three-day stretch of product announcements from Monday, March 2 through Wednesday, March 4, with up to five new products expected to be unveiled, including a lower-cost MacBook, an iPhone 17e, and more.
Popular brain supplement linked to shorter lifespan in men
A massive study of more than 270,000 people has uncovered a surprising link between a common amino acid and how long men live. Researchers found that higher levels of tyrosine—an amino acid found in protein-rich foods and often marketed as a focus-boosting supplement—were associated with shorter life expectancy in men, potentially trimming nearly a year off lifespan.
Duren, Cunningham lead Pistons past short-handed Thunder, 124-116
Jalen Duren had 29 points and 15 rebounds, Cade Cunningham added 29 points and 13 assists and the Detroit Pistons beat the short-handed Oklahoma City Thunder 124-116 on Wednesday night in a matchup of conference leaders. The Thunder started the game without five of their six leading scorers — Shai Alexander-Gilgeous (abdomen), Isaiah Hartenstein (calf), Chet Holmgren (back), Ajay Mitchell (abdomen) and Jalen Williams (hamstring). The only one of the top six to start was Isaiah Joe, and he left at halftime because of a bruised hip.
Cause of death confirmed for Martin Short's daughter Katherine
Officials have confirmed the cause of death for Katherine Short, the daughter of comedian Martin Short, who died Monday at age 42.
Cavs at Bucks open gamethread
We’ll see if the shorthanded Cavs can defeat a struggling Bucks team.
Injury Update: Draymond Green (back) out vs. Grizzlies on Wednesday
The Warriors will be short-handed again on the second leg of their back-to-back on Wednesday in Memphis.
How prison staffing shortages are driving away mental health staff
Correctional officers are leaving their jobs at federal prisons. And when these prisons are understaffed – psychologists and other staff are asked to act as guards. Recent reporting from The Marshall Project says it’s pushing mental health professionals out of prisons. 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 Jason Fuller and Karen Zamora, with audio engineering by Ted Mebane.It was edited by Jeanette Woods and Courtney Dorning.Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
Salesforce issues soft outlook amid concerns about AI’s threat to software
San Francisco group projects revenue could be short of Wall Street’s expectations
Cavs at Bucks: How to watch, odds, and injury report
The Cavs will be short handed on the road tonight.
Why Simple Daily Habits Matter More Than Big Health Resolutions
NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (Feature Impact) Most people don’t set out to ignore their health. It usually slips down the list somewhere between the morning alarm and the last email of the day. Breakfast gets rushed or skipped. Exercise is postponed until tomorrow. Sleep is cut short to catch up on everything else. By the end of the week, healthy intentions are still there, but the follow-through feels harder than expected. For many, the challenge is not motivation but finding hab
3 more questions Tampa Sports Authority has for Rays stadium deal
Board members asked about possible property tax reform, funding shortfalls and affordable housing.
'A place of extremes': Scientists unveil the largest-ever map of the galaxy's chaotic center
Scientists using the ALMA telescope have created the most-detailed-ever map of the Milky Way's chaotic center. The observations could open a window to the ancient universe as it appeared shortly after the Big Bang.
North Carolina businesses fall short in defense contracts
Last Thursday, I was at RTI International in RTP to hear Peter Singer talk about “The Story of the Future: What Trends Most Challenge National Security Leaders?” Singer, who grew up in Charlotte, has a doctorate from Harvard. He is Strategist and Senior Fellow at New America. He has been named by Defense News as […]
6 things to do in Iowa City this weekend to bring February to a close
February might be the shortest month of the year, but Iowa City has a busy weekend planned with these six events.
Invisibility Is No Longer Harmless: Why Public Health Must Make Its Value Seen
Public health once prized invisibility, but amid workforce shortages and unstable funding, unseen impact becomes vulnerability. Value must be visible to be sustained.
What Taking Short Stretch Breaks During the Day May Do for Your Blood Sugar and Joint Health
Stretching throughout the day could support blood sugar regulation and joint health. Here's what to know.
Colorado is turning its back on agriculture
Colorado’s farmers and ranchers already face significant challenges, including volatile commodity prices, rising input costs, labor shortages and unpredictable weather. They should not also have to contend with a state legislature that increasingly seeks to regulate how they protect crops and livestock. Yet that is precisely what Senate Bills 26-062 and 26-065 represent: a top-down […]
Rubio Was Looking at His Phone After Trump Praised Him in State of the Union Speech
Shortly after Secretary of State Marco Rubio was singled out for praise, a New York Times photographer captured him reading messages from Mr. Trump’s special envoy to Venezuela.
LeBron James' buzzer beater misses as Lakers fall to Magic
The Lakers come up short when LeBron James misses a last-second shot that sends L.A. to a 110-109 loss to the Magic.
Warnock invites South Georgia hospital CEO to State of the Union amid rural health care funding concerns
Evans Memorial Hospital CEO Bill Lee will attend as Sen. Raphael Warnock's guest, as the Claxton hospital faces a $1 million shortfall and potential cuts to ICU services tied to federal healthcare changes.
Ambitious Des Moines company cuts goals as it misses jobs benchmarks
OpenLoop Health started with big goals. Now it's backing down on incentive contracts with city, state as it falls short on local job creation.
Can trash be good for the environment? The science of artificial reefs
Helicopters. Cargo containers. Old washing machines. For years, fishermen dumped this waste into the Gulf of Mexico. But they weren’t just trying to get rid of junk; they were trying to create artificial reefs that would help attract fish. For this month’s Nature Quest, WWNO coastal reporter Eva Tesfaye takes a (metaphorical) dive into the gulf to find out if Alabama’s ocean junkyard is an economic – and environmental – solution.This episode is part of Nature Quest, our monthly segment that brings you a question from a Short Waver who is noticing a change in the world around them.Send a voice memo to shortwave@npr.org telling us your name, location and a question about a change you're seeing in nature – it could be our next Nature Quest episode!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.
NYC mayor threatens property tax hike, raising concerns for businesses
Partnership for New York City president and CEO Steve Fulop discusses the city’s budget shortfall and Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s proposed property tax hike on ‘The Claman Countdown.’
Approved but unfunded study on universal health care in Colorado finds financial support
With the state’s budget gaps, Colorado School of Public Health was $750,000 short, but can now begin its research.
Jaxson Hayes won't return to Sunday's game versus Celtics
The Lakers will be short-handed in their frontcourt for the second half of Sunday's game versus the Celtics.
WBB Loses a Heartbreaker to Nebraska
Dawgs come up short at home, 66-65
8 Takeaways from Cavs failed comeback attempt against shorthanded Thunder
The Cavaliers aren’t far off. They just need more time to figure things out.
PRET for impact: Advancing pandemic preparedness in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
IN THE SPOTLIGHT PRET for impact: Advancing pandemic preparedness in the Democratic People’s Republic of KoreaThe Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPR Korea) is making significant progress in strengthening pandemic preparedness, with dedicated support from the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Office (SEARO) and the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC).Aligned with the WHO Global Influenza Strategy and the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Framework Partnership Contribution High‑Level Implementation Plan III (2024–2030), the country is strengthening its capacity to prepare for and respond to influenza and other respiratory threats. In early 2025, a core team from the Ministry of Public Health of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) participated in a two‑day virtual workshop, which included a mini‑simulation exercise. The workshop was organized by WHO SEARO in collaboration with the Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) Secretariat at WHO headquarters and the WHO Country Office for the DPRK. Read more A REGIONAL CONSULTATION GUIDES WHO SEARO IN DEVELOPING A ROADMAP FOR IMPLEMENTING THE PREPPAREDNESS AND RESILIENCE FOR EMERGING THREATS (PRET) INITIATIVE BASED RESPIRATORY PATHOGEN PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESSInfluenza and other respiratory pathogens with pandemic potential continue to pose major public health risks globally. To strengthen regional preparedness and response, Member States of the WHO South‑East Asia Region (SEAR) convened in Colombo, Sri Lanka, to review and provide input on the draft Roadmap and Action Framework for Broad Respiratory Pathogen Pandemic Planning (2026–2031). Supported through the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC) funds, the proposed roadmap aims to advance robust, integrated preparedness and response capacities for influenza and other respiratory threats across SEAR. This work is aligned with the Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) initiative and the SEAR Strategic Roadmap on Health Security and Health System Resilience for Emergencies Read moreSRI LANKA’S USE OF ANTIVIRALS TO REDUCE THE SEASONAL INFLUENZA BURDEN Sri Lanka is strengthening its influenza response by placing greater emphasis on rapid testing, timely treatment, and integration with maternal health services. With support from WHO, the country is building a stronger evidence base on the burden of influenza and the value of vaccination, advancing a holistic approach to protect vulnerable populations and enhance pandemic preparedness. To reduce hospitalizations and deaths from seasonal influenza, Sri Lanka is taking proactive steps to expand access to rapid diagnostic testing and ensure prompt initiation of treatment. National clinical guidelines recommend the use of oseltamivir for individuals at high risk of complications, helping prevent severe illness and shorten the duration of infection. This strategy not only saves lives but also supports local pharmaceutical production, contributing to a reliable supply of antivirals for both seasonal outbreaks and future pandemics.Read moreBHUTAN BOOSTS PANDEMIC INFLUENZA READINESS WITH PANDEMIC INFLUENZA PREPAREDNESS FRAMEWORK PARTNERSHIP CONTRIBUTION SUPPORTED TRAINING AND SIMULATIONSOriginally developed in 2012, the National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NIPPRP) has long served as Bhutan’s central framework for managing influenza threats. In 2024, the plan underwent a comprehensive update to reflect evolving global and regional guidance, lessons learned from the COVID‑19 pandemic, and new capacities developed under the PIP Framework. The revised NIPPRP is now more clearly aligned with Bhutan’s broader emergency and disaster risk management structures, ensuring a coordinated, whole‑of‑government approach to pandemic response. As part of efforts to strengthen national pandemic preparedness, Bhutan conducted three national‑level training sessions followed by simulation exercises on influenza pandemic preparedness and response at five sentinel hospitals between April and May 2025, with support from the PIP Partnership Contribution (PC). These activities brought together more than 140 health professionals and key partners from across the country, with a focus on operationalizing the updated NIPPRP and enhancing readiness at key frontline facilities. Read moreSTRENGTHENING INFLUENZA SURVEILLANCE: WHO BRINGS TOGETHER INFLUENZA EXPERTS FROM SOUTH-EAST ASIA AND WESTERN PACIFIC REGIONSThe World Health Organization (WHO) convened the 18th Bi‑regional Meeting of National Influenza Centres (NICs) and Influenza Surveillance for the WHO South‑East Asia and Western Pacific Regions from 9–11 September 2025. Hosted by the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Office (SEARO), the meeting brought together representatives from Member States, Territories, and Areas across both regions, alongside experts from the WHO Collaborating Centres for Reference and Research on Influenza in Australia and Japan, the WHO Collaborating Centre for Studies on the Ecology of Influenza in Animals in the United States, quadripartite partners (WOAH and FAO), and other technical counterparts. The consultation provided a platform to review progress, share experiences, and outline priorities for strengthening influenza and respiratory pathogen surveillance across the two WHO regions.Read moreNETWORKS AND TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIPSSTRENGTHENING PANDEMIC READINES: SOUTH-EAST ASIA ADVANCES UNITY STUDIES UNDER THE PANDEMIC INFLUENZA PREPAREDNESS INITIATIVEThe WHO Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System (GISRS) Investigations & Studies initiative, also known as Unity Studies, provides a standardized, globally coordinated framework to support these efforts. Originally developed for influenza and adapted during COVID-19, Unity Studies enable countries to conduct rapid, nationally led investigations and studies to assess transmissibility, severity, susceptibility, and intervention effectiveness. To better prepare for future influenza pandemics, WHO has recently launched a network of sites which will be ready to conduct these investigations and studies rapidly in the event of a pandemic, or epidemic of an emerging or re-emerging respiratory pathogen. The WHO South-East Asia Region now hosts six sites of WHO GISRS Unity Studies across the five countries including Sri Lanka, strengthening regional capacity for early pandemic investigations. From 13–16 July 2025 in Colombo, the Global Public Health Summit offered an opportunity to advance this agenda. Read moreSTRENGTHENING PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESS THROUGH UNITY STUDIES: REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS FROM INDIA IN WHO’S SOUTH-EAST ASIA REGION As countries continue to strengthen their pandemic preparedness through investments in resilient health systems during the interpandemic period, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System (GISRS) Investigations & Studies Global Initiative, Global Initiative, commonly known as Unity Studies, remains a vital framework for respiratory pathogen pandemic preparedness. These standardized epidemiological protocols enable countries to rapidly generate high‑quality data on transmissibility, infection severity, population immunity, and the effectiveness of public health interventions. To highlight how Unity Studies protocols are being adapted and applied in national settings, WHO Headquarters, together with WHO Regional Offices, including the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Office (SEARO), hosted a global webinar. The session showcased case studies from India and the United Kingdom (UK), demonstrating innovative approaches to respiratory virus surveillance and pandemic readiness. Read moreSTRENGTHENING REGIONAL INFLUENZA SURVEILLANCE AND PREPAREDNESS: WHO SEARO HOSTS HIGH-LEVEL WEBINAR AMID RISING H5 THREATS In response to the increasing detection of avian influenza A(H5) cases in humans globally and within the WHO South‑East Asia Region, the WHO Regional Office for South‑East Asia (SEARO) convened a regional webinar on 25 July 2025 to review preparedness mechanisms, strengthen surveillance pathways, and promote timely reporting of unusual respiratory events. The virtual session brought together more than 50 participants from Ministries of Health, National Influenza Centres (NICs), National IHR Focal Points (NFPs), WHO Headquarters, WHO Country Offices across the Region, and WHO Collaborating Centres (CCs) for influenza. The webinar provided an opportunity to share situational updates, discuss surveillance gaps, and reinforce coordination mechanisms critical for early detection and rapid response to avian influenza threats. Read moreOther Key PIP Updates (July-December 2025)MEMBER STATES:Bangladesh drafted and conducted a series of Core Group Meetings in 2025 to review and update the National Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan for Respiratory Pathogens. In addition, the country carried out Rapid Response Team (RRT) trainings on seasonal and avian influenza and other re‑emerging infectious diseases. Bangladesh also updated its epidemiological data‑training programme for physicians at sentinel surveillance sites, using a revised epidemiological data‑collection tool.Bhutan revised and updated its National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NIPPRP) in 2025 and developed a national Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for influenza outbreak management. DPR Korea conducted a nationwide simulation exercise in July 2025 to support the update of its National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Plan (2019). This followed a PRET‑based virtual orientation and mini‑simulation exercise held in May 2025 by SEARO and the WHO PRET Secretariat. The comprehensive exercise, conducted across central and provincial levels, assessed strengths and gaps in pandemic influenza preparedness and response. The feedback gathered has been incorporated into the revised draft plan to address identified weaknesses and strengthen overall readiness.India conducted a targeted nationwide online re‑orientation training on review and updates to the influenza portal for all State Surveillance Officers (SSOs) and relevant officials using the Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP). The training emphasized correct marking and reporting of influenza samples as “unsubtypable” or “not subtyped” where applicable, to ensure accurate national surveillance.Maldives conducted simulation exercises in three atolls based on its existing National Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NPPRP). The country plans to conduct similar exercises in three additional atolls after updating the NPPRP in 2026. In addition, Maldives conducted training on FluID and FluMart as part of a broader data‑management training package for Ministry of Health and Health Protection Agency officials, aimed at improving routine reporting to WHO platforms and the DHIS2 system.In Myanmar, technical support was provided to the National Influenza Centre (NIC) through dedicated human‑resource support (January–December 2025) to sustain data management and laboratory detection capacity for influenza and other emerging and re‑emerging respiratory viruses. This support also included strengthening genomic sequencing capacity.Nepal conducted a consultative workshop on the National Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NPPRP) in July 2025. The workshop engaged key stakeholders from multiple sectors to review lessons from past pandemic responses, assess current mechanisms, and gather critical inputs for strengthening national preparedness. Key recommendations included revising the 2019 NPPRP and developing an updated Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Plan aligned with emerging risks, national priorities, and relevant international frameworks. Nepal also held a two day workshop dedicated to advancing the National Action Plan for Genomic Surveillance, aimed at reinforcing the country’s capacities for early detection and monitoring of emerging respiratory pathogens.Sri Lanka received the final report from WHO on the feasibility assessment for conducting an Influenza Burden of Disease (BoD) study in the country. The assessment, conducted from 28 April to 9 May 2025, included a desk review of existing data sources, document review, visits to sentinel surveillance sites, and key informant interviews. The study identified critical data sources required for a future BoD assessment, as well as their availability and quality. Officials from the Epidemiology Unit, the National Influenza Centre (NIC), and SARI/ILI sentinel hospitals across the country participated in the assessment.Timor Leste conducted on‑the‑job training and monitoring activities at two sentinel surveillance sites to strengthen surveillance and laboratory capacity for the detection of SARI, ILI, ARI, and other respiratory infections. REGIONAL OFFICE:SEARO conducted a Member States Consultation on the first draft of the Regional Roadmap and Strategic Action Framework for implementing WHO’s PRET‑based broad respiratory pathogen pandemic planning for 2026–2031. The consultation took place on 29–30 October 2025 during the final two days of the Regional PIP PC Annual Review and PRET Meeting in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Participants included representatives from Member States, WHO Country Offices, WHO SEARO, WHO Headquarters, partner agencies, and invited multidisciplinary technical experts. They reviewed the draft and provided detailed feedback, which has since been incorporated into a revised version. The consultation helped shape a shared regional vision for robust, PRET‑aligned pandemic preparedness, building on country‑level progress, addressing existing gaps and challenges, and aligning with global and regional health security frameworks. The publication is planned for release during the SEAR regional committee in 2026.SEARO documented the evolution of the National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Planning process in the Region, tracing its development from its origins as a planning tool for responding to avian influenza outbreaks in 2006, through the experiences of the 2009 and 2019 pandemics, to the current status. The document outlines the way forward for respiratory pathogen pandemic planning across all 10 SEAR countries, aligning future national plans with WHO’s PRET Framework for broad respiratory pathogen pandemic preparedness.The Infectious Hazard Management (IHM) Unit has drafted the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Guidance on Influenza Prevention and Control, aligned with the Global Influenza Strategy and other regional initiatives. The draft is currently under review. Although this technical product was developed in response to a request from the Ministry of Public Health of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (MoPH‑DPRK), SEARO is finalizing it for use not only in DPRK but also across all Member States in the Region.The Immunization and Vaccine Development (IVD) Unit, in collaboration with WHE/SEARO, completed a regional landscape analysis on key barriers, challenges, and opportunities for the introduction of seasonal influenza vaccination in WHO South‑East Asia Regional (SEAR) countries.Additionally, the Immunization and Vaccine Development (IVD) Unit has completed a regional landscape analysis of influenza vaccine procurement systems across the WHO South‑East Asia Region (SEAR).KEY MEETINGS AND PUBLICATIONSMEETINGS:Six-month progress review of the implementation of the PIP-PC workplans in SEAR, focusing on Outputs 1 and 2 for the period January to June 2025, and held virtually across three sessions on 4, 8, and 10 July 2025. Read moreAnnual Regional Meeting (Hybrid) on Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC) and WHO’s Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) Implementation in SEAR in Colombo, Sri Lanka, 27 to 30 October 2025. Read more18th Bi-regional Meeting (Virtual) of National Influenza Centres (NICs) and influenza surveillance in WHO South-East Asia and Western Pacific Regions from 9 to 11 September 2025. Read morePUBLICATIONSImplications of influenza A virus surveillance in Southeast Asian Region countries: a scoping review of approaches for the surveillance of swine influenza viruses at human-swine interfaces. Read moreAnnual South-East Asia regional meeting on operational planning for implementation of global influenza strategy and preparedness for respiratory viruses in 2025 Report on annual review meeting of implementation of pandemic influenza preparedness (PIP) partnership Contribution (PC) Fund in South-East Asia Region and the simulation exercise on PRET Status of influenza in who south-East Asia Region
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