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Where Germany's economy still excels
German industry is being lapped in key sectors like solar panels, semiconductors and even cars — but the country's midsize businesses suggest the economy isn't losing its edge.
Despite blowing 3-1 lead after standout regular season, the Celtics remain unfazed: 'We stick to the process'
Intestinal infection linked to animal yoga, health officials warn
Nevada health officials are investigating reported cases of an intestinal infection they say has been linked to animal yoga.
Intestinal infection linked to animal yoga, health officials warn
Nevada health officials are investigating reported cases of an intestinal infection they say has been linked to animal yoga.
Intestinal infection linked to animal yoga, health officials warn
Nevada health officials are investigating reported cases of an intestinal infection they say has been linked to animal yoga.
Intestinal infection linked to animal yoga, health officials warn
Nevada health officials are investigating reported cases of an intestinal infection they say has been linked to animal yoga.
Intestinal infection linked to animal yoga, health officials warn
Nevada health officials are investigating reported cases of an intestinal infection they say has been linked to animal yoga.
Intestinal infection linked to animal yoga, health officials warn
Nevada health officials are investigating reported cases of an intestinal infection they say has been linked to animal yoga.
Experts: Midwives are the solution to Black maternal health disparities
Midwives do more than birth babies, and their role in pregnancy and childbirth is being re-evaluated as a way to reduce the high rate of maternal mortality ...
Console Archives could get pre-Famicom Nintendo hardware games
Console Archives developer has discussed the possibility of some older Nintendo hardware games that have not been re-released.
LIVE! Watch ‘Benavidez vs. Zurdo’ Prelims For Free
Before David Benavidez challenges WBO and WBA Cruiserweight champion, Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez, for his WBA title later TONIGHT (Sat., May 2, 2026) inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on DAZN PPV, you can check out some of the early “prelims” for free on YouTube. “The Mexican Monster” and “Zurdo” will also be competing for […]
Edwards' Health, Dosunmu's Status, TSJ's Breakout Top 3 Questions For Spurs-Wolves
Does Minnesota have enough to knock off San Antonio?
Penybont win Play-Off final to earn European spot
Chris Venables and Mael Davies score as Penybont beat Haverfordwest County 2-0 in the Cymru Premier Play-off final to qualify for the Uefa Conference League.
This Vampire Musical Is My Favorite New Show on Broadway—It's Scary Good
I just took in a showing of 'The Lost Boys' on Broadway in NYC, and it was a fabulous and scary musical based on the original film. My review? I'd call 'The Lost Boys' the best new musical of the year.
The politics of Trump's ballroom
WEST PALM BEACH, Florida — President Trump was about a half-hour into his second speech of the day, musing about the danger he faced last week at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. “Saturday night, it was good for one thing. People are loving my ballroom now,” Trump told a crowd last night. “That’s the only thing. They love my ballroom.” Ever since he was hustled off stage at the Washington Hilton last week, after an attempted shooter breached the dinner’s security perimeter and sent guests diving to the floor, the president has argued that the incident is proof for why his White House ballroom is needed. Only his planned $400 million, 90,000-square-foot project, Trump has reasoned, can keep a president truly safe at major events. It’s true that a bunch of GOP lawmakers have jumped on board with new legislation and words of support for Trump’s project. House Speaker Mike Johnson, Sen. Rand Paul and other prominent Republicans went on TV to talk about the need for a ballroom. But as we reported at The Washington Post this week, “people” aren’t really changing their minds on Trump’s ballroom. A new Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll found that most Americans still oppose the ballroom project: 56 percent against it versus 28 percent in favor. The numbers are the same as a poll from last year, the Post’s polling whiz Scott Clement found. Other new polls have found similar margins, too. “I’m just not a giant fan, especially of extravagance,” one independent voter told me. “I mean, in the era we’re in right now, given how much people are struggling, it just doesn’t make a lot of sense to me to spend $400 million on a ballroom.” How we got here The Washington Post has followed Trump’s ballroom project very closely. (My colleague Jonathan Edwards may have written the most total words of any reporter about the project; I may be second.) The project exploded as a national issue after Trump tore down the White House’s East Wing after initially promising not to touch it.1 Historic preservationists sued, and about a month ago, a federal judge ordered a halt to ballroom construction.2 The only way the ballroom could proceed, U.S. District Judge Richard Leon ruled, was if Congress explicitly authorized Trump’s plans. (An appeals court has stayed Leon’s order for now.) The judge’s ruling raised an obvious question: would Congress authorize the project? Keep in mind, “authorization” doesn’t mean that Congress needs to necessarily fund the planned $400 million project; they could just sign off on the private donations that Trump has solicited to pay for the ballroom.3 But GOP lawmakers really didn’t want to talk about the ballroom, we reported at The Post just a few weeks ago. One major reason was the ballroom’s bad polling — not a small detail with many of their own midterm elections looming. The White House Correspondents’ Dinner incident, and Trump’s advocacy, may have changed the political conversation around the ballroom. As this week’s polling shows, it doesn’t seem to have affected the fundamental questions surrounding the project. To put it another way, voters still say that cost-of-living concerns are top-of-mind heading into the midterms. Some Republican and independent voters have told me that they see the ballroom as a vanity project that will help Trump but do nothing for their own lives. It might not help Republicans that Trump has dismissed some of the cost-of-living concerns. He’s described “affordability” as a buzzword manufactured by Democrats whose policies helped cause inflation. “They’ve got one good line of bullshit,” Trump said in his first speech yesterday, delivered at a Florida retirement community known as The Villages. Thanks for reading Dan Diamond's newsletter! Subscribe for free to stay up-to-date on my work. Subscribe Speaking of Trump’s speeches… I’m down in Florida because it’s my “duty week” as a White House reporter — basically, I follow the president wherever he goes. (And then hand the baton off to one of my Washington Post colleagues next week.) As part of my duty week, I’ve spent a few days covering the White House’s reaction to Saturday’s attempted shooting, including officials’ review of the security protocols to protect the president. Trump was restrained in the wake of the incident, addressing the nation from the White House briefing room about the need for peaceful dialogue and trying to lower the temperature. But he’s clearly been itching to get back out of the White House, and I was curious to hear how his Florida speeches would go. And — to my ears — it was an unburdened Trump. Not the one we saw Saturday night in the White House briefing room, but the one we witnessed on the campaign trail in 2024. Loose, dropping profanities, mocking everyone, including members of his team. “We have a man here who knows more about Medicaid, Medicare, medical crap than any human being. Where’s Dr. Oz? Where the hell are you, stand up,” Trump said, referring to Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. “It’s the most boring trip I’ve ever made. He’s telling me about Medicare, Medicaid. All I want to do is take care of you, I don’t care. I said, ‘You work out the details.’” I wrote up the speech, as Trump headed to West Palm Beach to deliver more remarks a few hours later. The White House didn’t like my story. Their rapid-response team called it the work of a “total loser”4 and “a miserable TDS-ridden moron.” You can be the judge of whether it’s a fair story or the product of someone afflicted with “TDS.” (The White House’s shorthand for “Trump Derangement Syndrome.”) I’ve pasted the story below with a gift link, meaning that you don’t need to be a Washington Post subscriber to read it. It might prompt you for an email address, though. Meanwhile, I’ll be down in Florida for the rest of the weekend, covering the president. It’s TBD whether those stories will be deemed TDS-afflicted, too. 1 Jonathan details the past six months of ballroom fallout, reactions and the implications for executive authority here. I also had a great time talking about Trump’s ballroom and other projects with Australia’s ABC News Daily on a podcast this week. 2 The judge allowed underground construction and national security-related work to continue. But that hasn’t been enough for Trump, who says the ballroom itself is essential for his protection. 3 The ballroom donors include companies like Palantir, Google and Amazon. For transparency, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos owns The Washington Post, where I work. No one has ever interfered with our team’s coverage of the ballroom or our mentions of Amazon or Bezos, and if that changed, I’d speak out. 4 To be fair, I’ve spent the morning working on stories and writing this Substack post rather than enjoying the beautiful Florida weather. So they may be onto something about who’s winning and who’s losing.
Building Something: The Cardinals’ Most Encouraging Month-One Developments
Alright, the Cardinals are back on top of the world following a road sweep of the Pirates and a game one win against the Dodgers on Friday. Today my main objective is to keep the good vibes rolling and focus on what has gone well across the organization so far in 2026! I will sprinkle […]
Bournemouth v Crystal Palace: Key stats and talking points
Bournemouth and Crystal Palace, two teams with Europe on their minds, meet at Vitality Stadium on Sunday. The Andoni Iraola farewell party continues with the Cherries seeking to go unbeaten for a 15th consecutive Premier League match, the longest current such run in the top flight. Only two teams have had a 14-plus game unbeaten run within a season and finished outside the top six: that was Wimbledon in 1996-97 and Chelsea – who have been linked with a move for Iraola - in 2015-16.
Letters: The ups, downs and in-betweens of Dodgers baseball
Readers of the Los Angeles Times give their thoughts on the Dodgers, the Angels, the retiring Anze Kopitar and the Bills (Shoemaker and Dwyre).
Theater companies offer Shakespeare, Elvis, Broadway, burlesque in May
Before Memorial Day ushers in the summer season, theater companies around Lancaster County are offering a variety of plays, musicals and cabarets for all ages to enjoy this month.
Spirit Airlines appears closer to a shutdown as time dwindles for a government bailout
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Cash-strapped Spirit Airlines appeared closer to a shutdown after Friday came and went without a needed government bailout.
West Hancock’s Lucy Woodworth signs to play two sports at Culver Stockton College
West Hancock's Lucy Woodworth will continue her basketball and golf career at Culver Stockton College next year
Spring sports scores and highlights: May 1, 2026
Highlights feature the baseball and softball games between Turner Ashby at Broadway and East Rockingham at Spotswood
Audrey Beth Davis Dies: Retired Entertainment Publicist Was 82
Audrey Beth Davis, a retired entertainment publicist who worked with The Lippin Group, has died. She was 82. Davis’ colleagues from Lippin announced that she died of natural causes on Friday in Pennsy...
Third annual 'Swing Fore Cesar' event in Chico raises officer mental health awareness
The third annual 'Swing Fore Cesar' Golf Tournament at the Bidwell Park Golf Course took place in Chico on Friday, raising awareness for the mental health of fi
US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months
The Pentagon says the United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany in the next 6-12 months
Player Availability Report: #SKCvSEA
Player Availability Report is SportingKC.com’s look at the latest status updates around the team ahead of upcoming matches and is presented by Saint Luke’s. All details listed are from the league’s official Player Status Report that is submitted the day prior to the match. Sporting Kansas City returns home this
Apple Stops Offering Mac Mini With 256GB of Storage, Starting Price Rises to $799
Apple this week stopped offering a 256GB storage option for the Mac mini worldwide. As a result, the desktop computer now has a higher starting price. In the U.S., for example, the Mac mini now starts at $799 with the M4 chip, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage, whereas it previously started at $599 with the M4 chip, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. Mac mini models with the M4 Pro chip already had a minimum of 512GB of storage, so there is no change to pricing for those configurations.
The Department of Justice might be the big loser in the Comey charges
Trump’s revenge prosecutions are impairing its credibility
'One of the most rapid transitions that I've seen': NOAA forecaster on how this year's El Niño could shatter records
Nathaniel Johnson, a member of NOAA's El Niño forecasting team, says that this year's transition to El Niño could be the fastest on record.
Miller: UND in unique position with sports offerings
As UND searches for ways to pay three expensive sports in today's NCAA, tennis was low-hanging fruit
Charleston Sweeps 2026 CAA Women’s Golf Awards
RICHMOND, Va. – Charleston swept the 2026 CAA Women’s Golf awards as Molly Hardwick (Player of the Year), Carys Fennessy (Rookie of the Year) and Jamie Futrell (Coach of the Year) earned recognition as voted on by the league’s coaches.
Immersive and magical retail experiences at Broadway at the Beach for summer 2026
The Cloak and Wand is expected to open June 1, welcoming customers into a whimsical world of witchcraft and wizardry.
Chris Dudley was on Oregon’s political sidelines, but he’s back and wants another shot
Dudley is trailing the other top two contenders, state Sen. Christine Drazan and state Rep. Ed Diehl in recent polling. And Drazan just nabbed an endorsement from the state’s largest newspaper.
Michael Phelps, Bill Gurley And Other GOATs’ Advice For Business And Life
More from the Under 30 Summit—from Dwyane Wade, Bill Gurley and young changemakers "hijacking" their industries.
JAKKS Pacific Balances Q1 Headwinds, Builds Toward Entertainment-Driven Year
Retail caution lingers as Mario, Disney, and licensing fuel the pipeline.
Big Pharma throws support behind Ashley Moody in US Senate race
A number of pharmaceutical companies had their drugs removed from a list slated for price reduction negotiations with Medicare officials, thanks to legislation that Moody supported.
Companies Are Talking More About Renewables, But Policy Headwinds Still Bite
As interest in non-fossil fuel sources has surged amid the energy crisis, some businesses are being more vocal in their support for green power
5 cruise lines with the best onboard entertainment in 2026
From Broadway musicals to immersive parties, these cruise lines deliver the best onboard entertainment at sea
Which questions do peatland scientists want to answer most?
Peatlands are poorly understood worldwide, but have important implications for the climate. Nevada scientists compiled the 50 most urgent questions about them.
Short-handed Timberwolves finish off Nuggets, will face Spurs in Western Conference semifinals
The Timberwolves didn't have Anthony Edwards. But they did have Jaden McDaniels.
As Tim Cook steps down, Apple hit record sales — but a chip shortage looms
Cook warned that Apple is facing supply chain headwinds from RAMaggedon that could impact its business.
House Ethics Committee investigating allegations of sexual harassment against GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards
The House Ethics Committee is investigating allegations of sexual harassment against GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
SAROS Launches Worldwide Exclusively on PlayStation®5
San Mateo, Calif. — April 30, 2026 — Sony Interactive Entertainment today announced the worldwide launch of SAROS, Housemarque’s next gameplay-first, single-player action game. Available now on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), SAROS follows Arjun Devraj (played by Rahul Kohli, star of The Haunting of Bly Manor and Midnight Mass) as a Soltari enforcer who will stop at […]
Spire completes sale of gas marketing business to Boardwalk Pipelines for $215 million
/PRNewswire/ -- Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) today announced it has completed the sale of its gas marketing business, Spire Marketing Inc. (Spire Marketing), to...
Mercer Health’s Play Hospital Continues Tradition of Hands‑On Learning for Kindergarteners
Mercer Health’s annual Play Hospital, held April 24-30, hosted nearly 800 kindergarteners who stepped into the world of healthcare through hands‑on exploration and imaginative learning. For over 30 years, this beloved program has welcomed students from Mercer County elementary schools—including St. Henry, Celina, Marion Local, Coldwater, Parkway, Fort Recovery, and Immaculate Conception—along with Versailles Elementary […]
Registered nurses, allies to demand Maine Health cancel contract with Palantir Technologies
Maine Medical Center registered nurses will hold a press conference on Friday, May 1 in Portland to demand Maine Health cancel its contract with Palantir Technologies. Joined by their allies in the Purge Palantir campaign, nurses will detail why leaders of Maine’s public institutions and health care organizations should refuse collaborations with the surveillance software giant.
LaunchPad Student Start-Ups Win in the New York Business Plan Competition
Three Syracuse University Libraries’ LaunchPad student start-up teams won prizes in the finals of the New York Business Plan Competition (NYBPC), powered by Upstate Capital Association of NY, held in Albany on April 22. Celes Buffard ’27 (School of Information Studies), founder of SecondWave, won the $10,000 first prize in the learn, work and live category. SecondWave combines financial liter...
UWS Trader Joe’s at West 72nd Street to Temporarily Close for ‘Major Renovations’
Courtesy photo. By Gus Saltonstall The Upper West Side Trader Joe's at West 72nd Street and Broadway is set to
Thursday Morning Links
Morning, all! Wyatt Langford is gearing up for a return this weekend, but weather and other externalities are making it hard for him to get live at bats in either a rehab start or simulated game. Josh Smith is getting a chance to “reset,” and Ezequiel Duran will be starting at second base for multiple […]
YouTube's Picture-In-Picture Mode Is Rolling Out To All Users Worldwide
YouTube picture-in-picture available globally.
SAROS Launches Worldwide Exclusively on PlayStation®5
Sony Interactive Entertainment today announced the worldwide launch of SAROS, Housemarque’s next gameplay-first, single-player action game. Available now on ...
Unwell man stabbed stranger after Kent NHS mental health failings
Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust apologises after it is found the attack was preventable.
Science needs student advocates now more than ever
Trainee voices are essential to the future of research and patient care.
Science needs student advocates now more than ever
Trainee voices are essential to the future of research and patient care.
YouTube Bringing Free Picture-in-Picture to iPhone Users Outside the U.S.
YouTube's picture-in-picture mode on the iPhone and iPad is expanding to more users worldwide, YouTube said today. Picture-in-picture (PiP) will be rolling out globally, so it will no longer be limited to those in the U.S. and Premium subscribers. Non-Premium users worldwide will be able to use PiP for longform, non-music content on iOS and Android. This has already been available in the U.S. and to Premium subscribers globally, so there will be no change for those users.
Popular Science: Orleans Elementary School Celebrates STEM education
ORLEANS – Who says learning can’t be fun? Parents and family members were invited to take part in STEM Night at Orleans Elementary School on April...
Apple Has Given Up on the Vision Pro After M5 Refresh Flop
Apple has all but given up on the Vision Pro after the M5 model failed to revitalize interest in the device, MacRumors has learned. Apple updated the Vision Pro with a faster M5 chip and a more comfortable band in October 2025, but there were no other hardware changes, and consumers still weren't interested. The Vision Pro has been criticized for its high price tag and its uncomfortable weight.
Trump sees blockade extension as best option for forcing Iran back to the negotiating table
President Donald Trump has told his top advisers in recent days he wants the US naval blockade of Iranian ports to continue, sources familiar with the talks said, and his team has begun laying the groundwork for such an extension, including a longer-term closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Mayor Bass Directs Permitting Reforms to Streamline Housing and Business Development Across Los Angeles
*This news release was originally published and distributed by the Office of Mayor Karen Bass. LOS ANGELES (April 27, 2026) – Today, Mayor Karen Bass announced a sweeping set of changes designed to make it faster and easier to build housing and open businesses in Los Angeles. The reforms will reduce delays in City approval […]
What critics are saying about “The Devil Wears Prada 2”
Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep reunite for the nostalgia-fueled comedy.
Electrical fire forces Buckhead business evacuation
Crews battled an electrical fire at a business in Buckhead late Tuesday night, forcing an evacuation and temporarily shutting down a busy roadway.
Germany: Merz hails 'historic' health care reform
The Cabinet has greenlit a health care draft law designed to lower insurance rates. The bill heads to parliament next, but doctors' associations and patient protection advocates say it amounts to austerity measures.
Reliable Connectivity From Spectrum Business Helps NRG Reach Esports Fans Worldwide
Since 2024, NRG has relied on Spectrum Business to grow LA’s gaming scene, launch a nationwide tour and redefine fan experiences.
Why Pediatric Health is a National Security Imperative
Utilizing longitudinal data and a network of physicians, USU researchers identify links between pediatric health and force readiness.
Family Enterprise Center supports businesses across generations
Business owners turn to Kennesaw State University’s Family Enterprise Center, an institution that provides specialized support to family businesses in Georgia and beyond.
'Rose' and the piece of fabric that embodies gender politics
As the film starring Sandra Hüller is released in Germany, DW talked to director Markus Schleinzer about why women passing as men inspired his historical drama, and why it's a current topic.
Portal Season Is Settling Down. Here Are Some Highlight Moves.
A look at some of the more interesting portal moves so far.
Adrien Brody, Nathan Lane, John Lithgow and more take to the stage
Broadway reviews of Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson in “The Fear of 13,” Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf in “Death of a Salesman,” Jon Bernthal and Ebon-Moss Bachrach in “Dog Day Afternoon” and John Lithgow in “'Giant.”
MUSC Health, Cigna contract set to expire as negotiations continue
MUSC Health said its current agreement with Cigna Healthcare is scheduled to expire and discussions between the two organizations are ongoing.
‘Make me miss California’: In deleted tweets, Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow disparaged Middle America
As Democrats brace for a bruising primary in Michigan’s US Senate race, Mallory McMorrow, one of the party’s top contenders, has quietly deleted thousands of old tweets — including posts in which she took jabs at the rural Midwest, lamented ever leaving California, and said she continued to vote there after she said she’d moved permanently to Michigan.
Edgewater Bridge Reopens, Reconnecting People and Business
More than just a roadway, the Edgewater Bridge stands as a reminder that infrastructure shapes how people live, work, and connect. With its reopening, Mukilteo and Everett aren’t just linked by pavement, they’re brought closer together as one community.
Australia becomes the 30th country to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem
The World Health Organization (WHO) has validated Australia for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem, marking a significant milestone in the health of indigenous peoples and in global efforts to combat neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). Trachoma, the world’s leading infectious cause of blindness, no longer represents a public health problem in the country.Australia is among a growing number of countries that have successfully eliminated trachoma, contributing to global progress towards the targets set out in the WHO road map for NTDs 2021–2030.Trachoma is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis and spreads through close contact with infected individuals, contaminated surfaces, and flies that carry eye and nose discharge. Repeated infections can lead to scarring of the eyelids, turning eyelashes inward, and ultimately causing blindness if untreated.“WHO congratulates Australia on this important achievement,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. “This success reflects sustained commitment, strong partnerships, and a focus on reaching populations most affected by health inequities. It brings us closer to a world free from the suffering caused by trachoma.”Australia’s journey to eliminationAustralia’s achievement reflects decades of targeted public health action, particularly in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, where trachoma persisted despite its earlier disappearance from the rest of the country.National efforts intensified with the establishment of the National Trachoma Management Programme in 2006, which implemented the WHO-recommended SAFE strategy: surgery for trichiasis, antibiotics to treat infection, promotion of facial cleanliness, and environmental improvement. Regular screening of all communities classified as at-risk of trachoma by teams of qualified health workers formed an important part of the Programme. Interventions were delivered through coordinated partnerships between federal and state governments, Aboriginal community-controlled health services, and local communities.Over time, sustained screening, treatment, and prevention activities, including improvements in housing, water, sanitation and hygiene, led to a steady decline in trachoma prevalence. Australia’s approach included adaptations to reflect its context, such as targeted treatment based on community-level data rather than mass drug administration, and strong integration with environmental health programmes.“Elimination of trachoma is a win for the eye health of communities across Australia, particularly those whose lives have been impacted by a disease that is entirely preventable,” said Mark Butler, Minister for Health and Ageing, Australia. “This major milestone is thanks to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership, community commitment and sustained investment over many decades.“The lessons from this work will inform how we approach other preventable health conditions in remote and regional Australia. Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations and local health workers have been central to this success, delivering culturally safe care and community-led solutions.”“This recognition from the World Health Organization reflects decades of work led by Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations, alongside local health workers in remote First Nations communities,” said Malarndirri McCarthy, Minister for Indigenous Australians. “Their work has been critical to eliminating trachoma as a public health problem in Australia.”Advancing global efforts against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs)Trachoma is one of 21 diseases and disease groups that are regarded by WHO as NTDs. Together, NTDs affect more than 1 billion people worldwide, primarily in underserved populations with limited access to essential services such as clean water, sanitation, and health care.Australia’s elimination of trachoma as a public health problem highlights the importance of sustained political commitment and cross-sectoral collaboration in addressing the underlying determinants of health. It also underscores the feasibility of eliminating trachoma even in geographically challenging settings.In addition to trachoma, Australia has several endemic NTDs, including Buruli ulcer, leprosy and scabies. Validation of elimination of trachoma as a public health problem marks the first time that WHO has confirmed the elimination of an NTD in Australia, which becomes the 63rd country globally and 16th in the Western Pacific Region to have eliminated at least one NTD.“Tackling neglected tropical diseases in the Western Pacific Region has long been a challenge for countries across the socioeconomic spectrum, given the complexities in reaching the most vulnerable communities, including in remote areas,” said Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific. “As a doctor from Tonga, I’ve experienced these challenges for myself. But I also know that with strategic commitment underpinned by optimal resources and partnerships in health, success is possible as other countries in our region have also demonstrated. I commend Australia on eliminating trachoma as a public health problem and urge all involved to remain vigilant to ensure this status is maintained.”WHO continues to support countries working to eliminate trachoma and other NTDs, ensuring that progress reaches those most in need and that gains are sustained through strong surveillance, appropriately integrated into national health systems, and mainstreamed within the wider health sector and beyond.Editor’s notesNeglected tropical diseases and trachoma elimination effortsNeglected tropical diseases are associated with devastating health, social and economic consequences. Their burden is mainly felt among impoverished communities in tropical areas.Public health targets for the control, elimination and eradication of these conditions were set in the road map for neglected tropical diseases 2021–2030 (https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240010352).In 1996, WHO launched the WHO Alliance for the Global Elimination of Trachoma by 2020 (GET2020), creating a network of governments, non-governmental organizations and academic institutions dedicated to the fight against trachoma. WHO continues to support endemic countries to accelerate progress towards the global target of eliminating trachoma as a public health problem worldwide; 2030 is the new target date.Elimination of trachoma as a public health problem is defined as: (i) a prevalence of trachomatous trichiasis (TT) “unknown to the health system” of < 0.2% in ≥15-year-olds; and (ii) a prevalence of trachomatous inflammation—follicular (TF) in children aged 1–9 years of < 5%, in each formerly endemic district, plus (iii) the existence of a system to identify and manage incident cases of TT.Other countries validated by WHO as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem are: Algeria, Benin, Burundi, Cambodia, China, Egypt, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, India, Iraq, Islamic Republic of Iran, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Libya, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Togo, Vanuatu and Viet Nam.
Writing By Hand Is Good For Business
Amidst all the digital noise, something as simple as a handwritten note captures attention like little else. In a business environment, it's a clear win.
Venezuela: German entrepreneurs bet on business boom
Venezuela was once a key destination for German industry. However, after nearly 30 years of socialism, only a handful of German companies remain active there. That could change if the nation opens up to foreign firms.
German economy under pressure
Competitiveness is waning, exports are weakening, costs are rising: More and more companies in Germany are moving production abroad. Does structural decline loom?
Megan Thee Stallion to leave Broadway show early
Megan Thee Stallion was scheduled to appear from March 24 to May 17, but her splashy Broadway debut hit a rough patch early on. After a week of performances, she fell ill midway through a show.
Why China is surging its nuclear forces
For decades China kept a minimal nuclear force. Now it’s rapidly expanding under Xi Jinping. DW explores why Beijing is building a vast arsenal of missiles and warheads. What conflicts may China be preparing for?
BMG and Concord confirm merger, with Bertelsmann as majority-owner; Bob Valentine named CEO of combined
The combined company will be owned approximately 67% by Bertelsmann, and 33% by affiliates of Great Mountain Partners, a long-time investor in Concord…
Midwestern University Showcases Health Sciences Innovation at Annual Kenneth A. Suarez Research Day
Student-led research projects on display for peers and community members
Entertainment Tuesday, April 28: Test your film knowledge
Test your film knowledge this Tuesday!
Playoff chances already dwindling, hard decisions nearing for Phillies
The Phillies are already in a dangerous hole, and history suggests their path back could force major decisions soon.
Business owners concerned about proposed pause in S.C. liquor liability law
South Carolina lawmakers voted last week to pause the state’s liquor liability law that took effect last year.
Microsoft asks iPhone users to reauthenticate after Outlook outage
After addressing a widespread outage that affected Outlook.com users worldwide on Monday, Microsoft has asked iPhone users to re-enter their credentials to regain access to their Outlook and Hotmail accounts via the default Mail app.
Microsoft Patches Entra ID Role Flaw That Enabled Service Principal Takeover
Agent ID Administrator enabled service principal takeover before April 9, 2026 patch, exposing privilege escalation risk in Entra ID tenants.
Mac wants to 'earn' place in Wrexham history
Staff at the new Football Museum of Wales looked on proudly as Rob Mac came to check on progress ahead of the grand opening later this year.
Nuggets rule out Aaron Gordon for elimination Game 5 vs. Timberwolves, who will be without Anthony Edwards, Donte DiVincenzo
Both teams will be shorthanded Monday as the Timberwolves will play without injured starters Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo.
Thunder vs. Suns odds, prediction, time: 2026 NBA playoff picks, April 27 best bets by proven model
SportsLine's proven model has revealed its Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns best bets for the 2026 NBA playoffs
Stage set for ‘Hedwig’ will include auction of local queer and punk art
Cryptid Entertainment will auction the artworks during performances with all proceeds going to the artists.
Google co-founder Sergey Brin confronted Gavin Newsom — then launched a political war
In a treehouse nestled in redwoods north of San Francisco, Gov.
'Millimeters matter:' Making the Steam Controller 'just work'
Valve's 'it just works' approach to hardware design makes the Steam Controller a fantastic device to use. Here's what it took to make it that way.
Hershey Theatre announces this season’s Broadway Series
Subscribers will have the first option to buy tickets for the series performances.
Familiar sports bar replacing shuttered uptown Hooters. It’s ‘something special’
Expect classic bar bites like chicken wings, burgers and signature sandwiches coming into a space that’s long been vacant.
Great Entertainment
Broadway on Main's production of "School of Rock: The Musical" runs through May 10th, with producer Billy DiCrosta and actor Tyler Gay sharing details.
Providence Mayor Smiley to launch reelection campaign, facing challenger with momentum
No incumbent mayor has ever lost a primary in Providence, but state Representative David Morales has run a more visible campaign to date.
Huawei Mate XT2 tipped to debut in October with these upgrades
It is said to offer camera hardware similar to the Mate X7. New details about the true successor to Huawei’s Mate XT Ultimate Edition tri-fold smartphone...
Thunder vs. Suns odds, prediction, time: 2026 NBA playoff picks, April 27 best bets by proven model
SportsLine's proven model has revealed its Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns best bets for the 2026 NBA playoffs
Prison or treatment? Thousands participate in mental health courts. Half graduate — and millions are left out
This story is a collaboration between Illinois Answers and the Chicago bureau of MindSite News; sign up to receive their newsletter here. Bloomington native Shayla Woodworth had struggled with mental illness and […]
Supporting Students in STEM
Three Smith College students have been named 2026 Goldwater Scholars for research excellence.
LIA Expands Entertainment & Content Jury to Reflect Culture as Creative Force
Little Black Book, Geoff Edwards, managing director, creative at GALE, will serve as jury president for the newly expanded Entertainment & Content and Cultural Catalyst categories, as LIA introduces a broader focus on work shaping culture