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Warren Buffett sold stocks, stacked cash in last weeks as Berkshire CEO
Warren Buffett once again sold stocks, refrained from buybacks, and built up cash in his final quarter as Berkshire Hathaway CEO.
Berkshire Hathaway reports drop in quarterly profit on insurance operations weakness
Berkshire Hathaway, which wrapped up its final year under Warren Buffett’s leadership, reported Saturday that operating earnings for the fourth quarter totaled $10.2 billion, down 29.8% from last year, on weakness from its insurance business.
Xiaomi Pad 8 now official globally with 144 Hz display and mid-range pricing
Xiaomi has finally released the Pad 8 outside China. Initially available at over 10% off, the Xiaomi Pad 8 surpasses its predecessor with a much faster chipset to complement a 144 Hz display, a large battery and 45 W charging.
Business Victories in the 2026 Legislative Session - Indiana Chamber of Commerce
Indiana State Capitol Building in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. Our president and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders says the 2026 Indiana General Assembly, which adjourned last evening, was "successful in advancing key Indiana Chamber priorities and building on the state’s momentum to keep Indiana on a
Four Conditions Make Cash Transfers Save Lives
The success of other countries shows how cash-transfer programs can work in the United States.
Men’s Basketball takes care of business with a Senior Day win over Gardner-Webb - University of South Carolina
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Taking the court for the regular season finale, hosting Senior Day against Gardner-Webb, Upstate Men's Basketball outdueled the Runnin' B...
This N.J. school may lose sports forever, residents desperately fighting back. ‘This is gonna crush us.’
Faced with budget cuts, a tight-knit town is making a final push to save its sports legacy.
Paolini ends Boulter's winning run at Merida Open
British number three Katie Boulter fails to build on a brilliant start against Jasmine Paolini in the Merida Open quarter-finals.
Stitt says politics get 'disgusting,' calls himself 'more free' in final year
At a National Governors Association meeting Feb. 20, 2026, Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt said he's more free to speak his mind in his final year.
Appleton area high school sports results for Friday, Feb. 27
High school girls basketball teams were in action in regional semifinal contests, plus boys hockey sectional finals.
Detroit Edison drops UPrep in district final despite brawl in stands
A fan fight spilled on to the court during the 4th quarter of the boys basketball district final between Detroit Edison and Detroit University Prep.
Louisville at Clemson preview
Louisville Cardinals (20-8, 9-6) at Clemson Tigers (20-8, 10-5) Game Time: 2 p.m. Location: Littlejohn Coliseum: Clemson, S.C. Television: ESPN2 Announcers: Kevin Brown (play-by-play) and Randolph Childress (analysis) Favorite: Louisville by 1.5 Series: Louisville leads, 11-6 Last Meeting: Louisville won 76-73 on March 14, 2025 in the ACC Tournament semifinals in Charlotte Series History: Projected Starting Lineups: Louisville Clemson Injury Reports: Statistics: Clemson’s […]
The 2026 NFL salary cap has been finalized
The salary cap has gone up another 22 million leaving the Bengals with plenty of cap room to sign defensive free agents.
Streaking Reed Sheppard leads Rockets into matchup with Heat
The Houston Rockets were on the verge of completing a stunning rally from a 19-point deficit against the Orlando Magic on Thursday but needed one final push to get over the hump.
Check out the LHSAA girls basketball state semifinals schedule
All games Monday through Thursday.
Seattle Mariners GM: Cole Young showing 'he's ready'
"I'm really proud of what he did in the offseason," Seattle Mariners general manager Justin Hollander said of second-year second baseman Cole Young.
Business Insider named as a 2026 ASME Award finalist
Business Insider has been named a finalist for the acclaimed ASME awards, one of the most prestigious journalism awards in the United States.
2026 NCAA Tournament Projections: Has UConn Locked Up the Final No. 1 Seed?
FOX Sports' bracket forecaster Mike DeCourcy offers up his latest men's NCAA Tournament projections.
Samsung confirms satellite connectivity for Galaxy S26 and older Galaxy devices
As satellite connectivity has started to become a more standard offering in smartphones, Samsung is finally adding proper support with...
Report: Caesars Entertainment considering takeover offers
Caesars Entertainment is reportedly considering takeover offers.
Sony's Upscaler Could Make PS5 Pro the Console It Should Have Been at Launch
The PSSR update finally fulfills PlayStation's promise of getting ray tracing on consoles at 60 fps.
Tense Buckeye-Carver quarterfinal ends with show of sportsmanship. ‘It’s about advancing the game.’
“We all play a small part in this gigantic puzzle.”
This week in HS Sports: Scarbo knows high school basketball
Kevin Scarbinsky, Mr. Basketball in the state of Alabama, previews next week's AHSAA state finals and describes his love for the game.
How a teen’s AI model could help stop poaching in rainforests
A 17-year-old’s breakthrough AI may finally give wildlife rangers the real-time edge they need to stop poachers
March Madness bracketology: NCAA Tournament field projection has new look
As the dawn of March is nearly here, the final bracketology predicting the NCAA men's tournament has a new No. 1 seed after a week full of results.
Magic: The Gathering’s TMNT Unique Pizza Bundle Is Finally Back In Stock Online - Here’s What It Includes
The Magic x TMNT Pizza Bundle is finally back in stock, but is it worth the investment? We dig in.
US Olympic hockey player distances himself from White House video trashing Canadians
While the Trump administration has shown no hesitation to bash Canada – especially after the US men’s Olympic hockey team won gold in overtime – one of the players took issue with a recent AI-generated TikTok posted by the White House that made it sound like he was trash-talking Canadians.
Cavaliers look to keep up with East-leading Pistons
The Cleveland Cavaliers hold the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference, but according to oddsmakers and bettors, they're the current favorite to represent the conference in the NBA Finals.
Copilot just launched a to‑do list that completes itself, finally giving all of us professional procrastinators the productivity upgrade we absolutely did not earn but will gladly take
Copilot Tasks is a new AI feature that breaks down your task, creates a step by step process to complete that task on your behalf, and checks in when it needs your go‑ahead.
'K-Pops!' review: Anderson .Paak's cultural duet is a solo act
Grammy-laden musician Anderson .Paak makes his directing debut in an East-meets-West movie about a K-pop competition show on which his son is a contestant.
The First Couple of a Dysfunctional DHS
A forthcoming book reveals new details about Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski.
Murfreesboro Entertainment Landmark Lanes, Trains and Automobiles to Close After 15 Years
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — A long-standing pillar of the Rutherford County family entertainment scene is preparing to take its final bow. Lanes, Trains and Automobiles (LTA Depot) has officially announced it will shutter its Murfreesboro operations this spring, marking the end of an era that spanned more than a decade and a half. The decision to close follows a shift in the ownership of the property where the facility is located. According to a statement from the business, the current l ...
The Trump EPA’s Endangerment Finding Repeal: Wrong on Statute, Deceptive on Science, Reckless on Impacts
On February 12, the Trump Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized its repeal of the Endangerment Finding, which establishes EPA’s statutory obligation to regulate greenhouse gas emissions. Alongside, EPA also repealed the associated vehicle greenhouse gas emissions standards. This action
British politics gets religion
In Reform, socially conservative Christianity has finally found a UK vehicle for its agenda on traditional families
“All this about money is bul****t”- Entertainment executive spills beans on years of hard work for Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao rematch
MMA News: The Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao rematch is finally arriving. A decade after their 2015 super-fight, the two legends are set to meet again on S.
‘Bridgerton’s Victor Alli Unpacks John’s Devastating Season 4 Death
The Season 4 star 'started crying' after wrapping his final scene.
Apollo rocks reveal the Moon had brief bursts of super-strong magnetism
Scientists at the University of Oxford have finally settled a decades-long mystery about the Moon’s magnetic field — and it turns out both sides were right. By reanalyzing Apollo mission rocks, they discovered that the Moon did occasionally generate an incredibly powerful magnetic field, even stronger than Earth’s — but only for fleeting bursts lasting thousands of years or less. Most of the time, the Moon’s magnetic field was weak.
Supply Chain Spotlight: How medical distributors and health systems stay ready for late-season flu surges
On Feb. 6, 2026, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that flu activity was "elevated" across the U.S. The CDC estimates that since the current flu season began in October...
Galaxy Entertainment Group Reports Q4 & Annual 2025 Results
Leading Macau’s Non-Gaming Diversification Through Mice, Entertainment Events and Live Sports Q4 2025 Group Adjusted EBITDAUp 33% YoY and Up 29% QoQ to $4.3 Billion FY2025 Group Adjusted EBITDA Up 19% YoY to $14.5 Billion FY2025 Group NPAS Up 22% YoY to $10.7 Billion Recommends a Final Dividend of $0.80 Per Share Capella at Galaxy Macau Grand Opened on February 10 HONG KONG, Feb. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Galaxy Entertainment Group (“GEG”, “Company” or the “Group”) (HKEx stock code: 27) today
Journal names 2026 Business of the Year Awards finalists
The Journal has selected the finalists for its second annual Business of the Year Awards. All finalists will be recognized — and the winners will be disclosed — at an event scheduled for Wednesday, March 25.
Boulter secures seventh consecutive WTA win
Britain's Katie Boulter reaches the quarter-finals of the Merida Open in Mexico as Camila Osorio retires with injury.
Prep baseball roundup: Oaks Christian, Calabasas advance to Easton tournament final
Oaks Christian defeats Bishop Alemany 2-1 and Calabasas beats St. Francis 4-2 in semifinal games on Wednesday.
‘Grown a lot’: Illinois enters final stretch on winning streak
Two more games before the tourney.
Olympic star Jack Hughes earns huge ovation during NHL return
The 2026 Winter Olympics might be over, but Jack Hughes is still living his best life as he prepares for the final stretch of the NHL season. The New Jersey Devils standout returned to his NHL team Wednesday after visiting…
Richmond Council President meets with Shockoe business owners days after deadly shooting
Richmond city council president Cynthia Newbille finally met with business owners after the deadly mass shooting in Shockoe Bottom.
UK entertainment district near Kroger Field moves toward final plan
The University of Kentucky is developing plans for an entertainment district near Kroger Field, with four concept designs currently under review.
Lakota West stays atop the final boys basketball power rankings.
Here are The Enquirer's top 10 boys basketball teams in Greater Cincinnati entering the postseason.
Samsung Unveils All New Galaxy Buds4 Series With Ultimate Sound
Samsung audio innovation delivers original sound as intended and intelligent adaptive controls for every environment
Balancing act: Top general tries to avoid conflict with Trump while preparing for possible war with Iran
As Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine has been drafting military options for potentially striking Iran, a steady stream of top officials from the Army, Navy and Air Force have been quietly summoned directly to his office.
McClure Health Science High School student named Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education Student of the Year
Jasmine Osorio-Antonio of McClure Health Science High School has been named the Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) 2026 Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) Student of the Year.
OG Final Fantasy 7 Re-Release Sends Steam User Review Rating Plummeting to 'Mostly Negative'
Final Fantasy 7 — and by that, I mean the original, not the three-part remake — is clocking up negative reviews after developer Square Enix re-released the game on Steam with quality of life improvements that seem to have had the opposite intended effect.
Two of NBA's heavyweights finally meet as Pistons host Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Detroit Pistons have led their respective conferences most of the season, but they haven't measured up against each other. That changes on Wednesday night when the defending champions visit the Motor City.
Notre Dame Men’s Lacrosse Dominates Georgetown 15-9
Unless you were at the Loftus Center on Sunday, you were not able to see the Notre Dame Men’s Lacrosse team defeat Georgetown by a final score of 15-9. It was the rare occurrence where a top 10 matchup was nowhere to be found on any sort of TV or streaming platform. That’s rough and […]
Basketball box scores, other sports results for Tuesday, February 24, 2026; Playoff basketball schedule
TUESDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball WPIAL CLASS 5A PLAYOFFS Semifinals Chartiers Valley 39, Moon 37 Moon 4 13 12 8 — 37 Chartiers Valley 12 7...
Wisconsin works toward Big Ten triple bye at Oregon
Though Wisconsin fell out of the AP Top 25 this week, the Badgers still have an opportunity to grab a top-four seed in the Big Ten tournament that delivers a bye all the way to the March 13 quarterfinals in Chicago.
Scientists finally solve the mystery of the horse whinny
Horses have a vocal trick no one fully understood until now. Scientists have discovered that when a horse whinnies, it produces two completely different sounds at the same time. One is a deep tone created by vibrating the vocal folds, similar to how humans sing. The other is a high-pitched whistle generated inside the larynx, something never before confirmed in a large mammal. This rare ability, known as biphonation, likely helps horses send multiple emotional signals in a single call.
Opinion: More than the Game: The rise of sports betting culture
It’s Sunday night, and anticipation hangs in the air as people gather around their TVs, hoping their parlay finally hits. But what drives this obsession with sports betting? Is it the adrenaline of watching your favorite player execute a seamless play, the conversation and community that form around the game, or something else — because...
Darryn Peterson's camp breaks silence on controversial minutes limitations as Kansas handles Houston
Darryn Peterson's dad, Darryl, finally addressed the situation in an exclusive interview with CBS Sports
Country music icon to play final show in 2026; retiring with $150 million fortune
The 66-year-old star has been planning on this day for a while.
Join live: Watch IndyStar politics team breaks down final week of legislative session
Join IndyStar's politics team for some live analysis as Indiana's lawmakers convene for the final week of the 2026 legislative session.
What to watch for in WPIAL sports on Feb. 24, 2026: Chartiers Valley, Moon to settle season-long dispute
Welcome to the final day of the final four in the WPIAL basketball playoffs with teams in boys Class 5A and 3A and girls Class 6A and 2A owning the bright semifinals spotlight.
‘Something special for the city’: Four New Orleans schools in Division I finals doubleheader
Seated in the stands at Strawberry Stadium in Hammond, Stella Junius dreamed of playing in this kind of matchup.
Every basket from Jayson Tatum scoring 52 vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
By the time the final buzzer had sounded on that historic contest, Tatum had put up the second most points he had ever logged in his career, and one of the best scoring nights had by any Celtic.
Ranji Trophy final: Padikkal, Dogra look to carve their legacy
Devdutt Padikkal captains Karnataka in the Ranji Trophy final after overcoming illness and earning an India Test cap. He faces Jammu and Kashmir, led by veteran Paras Dogra, who aims for a maiden title. Both teams emphasize composure and focusing on basics, with J&K's coach urging players to disregard reputations.
Basketball box scores, other sports results for Monday, February 23, 2026; Playoff basketball schedule
MONDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball WPIAL CLASS 6A PLAYOFFS Semifinals New Castle 52, Central Catholic 49 Central Catholic 14 18 6 11 — 49 New...
Finally off the schneid, Mavericks face struggling Nets
In the month that passed between their last two wins, the Dallas Mavericks tweaked their roster by dealing Anthony Davis and lost Cooper Flagg to a foot injury, but still finished games with the same frustrating result until Sunday night.
Girona loses three points at Mendizorrotza.
Girona earned a point at Mendizorrotza after drawing 2-2 against Deportivo Alavés in an intense match that was decided in the final moments. Míchel's team managed to respond to the initial blow from...
Eccles Health Sciences Library gets an upgrade
After almost three years of construction, the retrofit was finally completed on Feb. 10, allowing visitors to see the updated library for themselves.
Ravenscroft Non-Varsity Winter Sports Wrap-Up
Ravenscroft’s Middle School and JV winter sports teams wrapped up a competitive season filled with growth, effort, and strong performances. From basketball to wrestling to swimming, these non-varsity programs demonstrated skill, teamwork, and dedication on the court and mat.
Arabella Solomon ’33 Earns First Place in Regional Science Fair
Arabella Solomon ’33 took home top honors at the regional science fair on Saturday, Feb. 14, for her project, titled "Using Sound Frequencies to Clear Microplastics from NC Waterways.”
WhatsApp is finally working on scheduled messages
Meta is at last bringing scheduled messages to WhatsApp, delivering on one of the app’s most-requested features.
Farage kicks things off before 30 minutes of hate – and has the final word
Reform’s ‘shadow home secretary’, Zia Yusuf, launches tirade of misery that sounded more hardline and deranged as it went
Ted Sarandos Responds to Trump Telling Netflix to Fire Susan Rice: “It’s Not a Political Deal”
The Netflix co-CEO also touted his deal for Warner Bros. ahead of a Monday deadline for rival bidder Paramount to submit a "best and final" offer for the Hollywood studio.
Bracketology Bubble Watch: Ohio State struggling to secure NCAA Tournament bid
The Buckeyes are among several Big Ten teams hanging out around the cut line entering the final week of February
Oregon’s Behavioral Health Talent Council releases final report
Many parts of Oregon lack mental health care providers, especially in rural counties.
Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitching preparation takes different forms
Before the Dodgers played the Padres on Sunday in Peoria, morning work at Camelback Ranch included both Shohei Ohtani and Edwin Díaz pitching to hitters. Ohtani did not make the trip to play in Peoria and be the designated hitter in part because he pitched two simulated innings against Dodgers hitters in his final day […]
RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group Raises the Final Steel Beam for New Multi-Specialty Center in Howell
RWJBarnabas Health raised the final steel beam of its new three-story, 67,000-square-foot Multi-Specialty Center on January 21, alongside joint venture partners New Jersey Imaging Network, Seaview Orthopaedics, and Family First Urgent Care.
Ecology’s war on ‘invasive’ species isn’t science
Ecology is pervaded by a nativist dogma against invasive species that distorts the science and undermines wildness
De-Extinction: Can Science Really Bring Species Back to Life?
Extinction has always been treated as the final full stop in evolutionary history. De-extinction is now challenging that assumption.
'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' finale ending 'will be addressed,' co-creator says
'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' season finale ending 'will be addressed,' co-creator Ira Parker promises.
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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