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Wood County Health Department confirms measles case; multiple possible exposure sites in Bowling Green
The individual was infectious while visiting several sites in Bowling Green on specific days and times, according to the health department.
Mike Johnson, Bernie Sanders to campaign in Central Valley for 22nd District race
The dueling visits come as Rep. David Valadao and challenger Randy Villegas face off in one of the country’s most competitive congressional races.
Patriots QB’s Biggest Problem Revealed by NFL Coaching Legend
Former NFL head coach Bruce Arians broke down what he thinks is the problem with New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye. He spoke on the ‘Up And Adams’ show on Tuesday, and made his case.Drake Maye has had a difficult start to the 2026 campaign. He has started for 585 yards, one touchdown, and six […] The post Patriots QB’s Biggest Problem Revealed by NFL Coaching Legend appeared first on HEAVY.
Greektown business owner says weekend fencing is keeping customers away
Greektown business owner says construction fencing is keeping customers away
Illinois high school flag football playoff scores, schedule
Here are the latest Illinois flag football scores and schedules for the 2026 postseason.
The Family Business Advantage: Third Quarterly Power Breakfast of 2026 explores how family businesses balance legacy and innovation
Photo by GFBJAnother successful Power Breakfast is in the books. The Greater Fayetteville Business Journal hosted its third quarterly Power Breakfast of 2026 on Tuesday, Sept. 29. Local leaders and decision-makers gathered to network and learn from the panel about how established principles drive long-term stability while allowing for operational evolution. The panel featured Managing Partner of Luigi’s Italian Chophouse & Bar, Nate Ernst; Inside Sales at Hubbard Supplyhouse, Mary Grace Hurley; Chief Operations Officer for Copiers Plus, Drew Smith; and CEO of Holmes Security Systems, Stephen Wheeler. The panel was moderated by Lauren Willets, director of the Family Enterprise Center at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School. Throughout the discussion, the panelists returned to a common idea: family businesses thrive when they preserve the relationships and values at their core while remaining open to change.Each panelist shared personal stories that carried practical lessons. Stephen Wheeler emphasized the role of relationships with customers and employees, saying, “What makes a family business successful today is relationships.” Mary Grace Hurley echoed Wheeler’s sentiment, describing relationships as a lasting inheritance, including a customer connection that began when she was young and continued into her working life. “If something’s given to you, that’s going to cost you too,” added Nate Ernst. He explained this philosophy by sharing that, in his view, earning responsibility builds credibility and confidence.Another hot topic was the idea of tradition versus change. For these businesses that have been around for a century or even more, it can be difficult to escape the “we’ve always done it this way” caveat, but these speakers emphasized how change has been an integral part of their growth and longevity. A family business can honor its history without being bound by it.“Innovation and tradition–they don’t have to be competing with one another,” shared Hurley. She pointed to changes in how businesses operate, including the adoption of computers and new management practices. Ernst stressed that adaptation is essential, while Wheeler described how his family’s electrical contracting business had evolved into a security-focused company. The details of the work may change, but identifying and upholding core values is key to embracing change while maintaining the character of a business. “I think it’s just important to remember why you started in the first place. What was your mission? What are your core values? And to reevaluate those,” shared Drew Smith.In addition to the first-hand accounts and wisdom shared by panelists, Moderator Lauren Willets recommended two novels during the panel for those seeking additional educational resources. Those two novels are “Hug of War: How to Lead a Family Business with both Love and Logic”by Cathy Carroll and “In the Company of Family: How to Thrive When Business Is Personal” by Melissa Mitchell-Blitch. Preparing the next generation requires more than handing over a title or company. Wheeler argued that future leaders need genuine passion and a vested interest in the business. The panelists were in agreement that succession is a process, and there is not one clear answer for how to perfectly prepare for it. Leaders must cultivate readiness, keep communication open and make room for the next generation to earn responsibility while being sure not to neglect the business in the here and now. “Today’s Power Breakfast was one of our best events yet! Between the passion and in-depth knowledge of the panelists, the great audience questions and the guidance and expertise of Mrs. Willets, the conversation was both engaging and informative,” shared GFBJ Publisher Faith Hatton. “A lot of small businesses in Fayetteville are family-owned and grown, and it’s great to be able to spotlight some of the businesses that have stood the test of time by strengthening the next generation of leadership and preparing them for ownership. I hope everyone received some inspiration and ideas that they can bring back to their own businesses and organizations!”We thank everyone who attended this Power Breakfast and hope you’ll all join us for the next Power Breakfast on Dec. 8. Details about the event will be shared on our social media and in future email updates. To learn about becoming a Power Breakfast sponsor, contact the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal at 910.240.9697 or marketing@bizfayetteville.com.
Homeland Security spending $20M in taxpayer funds for pro-Trump ads
The Department of Homeland Security has tapped $20 million to pay for the campaign-style ads glorifying President Donald Trump that have drawn widespread criticism from Republicans and Democrats as a blatant misuse of taxpayer dollars that likely runs afoul of anti-propaganda law.
Forgotten PvPvE Mecha Game Ending Service After Just Two Years, But An Offline Mode Could Save It
Synduality: Echo of Ada will replace its PvPvE online mode with a new offline PvE mode some players think will fix many of the game's issues
US drivers are finally getting the adaptive headlights Europe has had for years
Rather than switching between high and low beams, ADBs can dim or shut off only the parts of the beam that would reach another driver's eyes while...
“Primetime:” The Tragedy of Ethics vs. Entertainment
A review of the newest A24 film, “Primetime” which follows Chris Hansen on his search for ratings and fame during his docu-series “To Catch A Predator” in the early 2000s. Starring the star of 2026, Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen.
Xbox’s Mythic Achievements are here and they’re just like PlayStation Platinum trophies
Xbox testers can try out the new Mythic Achievements today.
USADA Celebrates 25th Science Symposium by Advancing Detection of Peptides
USADA’s Annual Symposium on Anti-Doping Science marked its 25th anniversary with a focus on peptides and protein therapeutics.
A day in the life of Fishwife CEO Becca Millstein
Fishwife co-founder and CEO Becca Millstein adapts to her fast-growing business by keeping her personal routine as simple and stree-free as possible.
Todd Rundgren says Taylor Swift ‘ruined music,’ calls her the ‘apotheosis of mediocrity’
The “Bang the Drum All Day” rocker also claimed the rise of female artists in music was due to video games.
Creator Economy Meets Business Reality at NAB Show New York 2026
Creators and brands looking to better understand the creator economy should have NAB Show New York 2026 on their radar.
‘The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered’ Hits A Metacritic Review Score Record
‘The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered’ has arrived with such good reviews it has actually tied a 2026 record. Here's the score and what critics are saying.
Lesbian Bar Project Co-Founder: Purity Politics Could Destroy Our Remaining Spaces
Subscribe As a professional lesbian and Massachusetts native, I’ve recently been asked by a lot of folks what I think about the saga unfolding at Last Ditch. The now-viral story, first reported by The Boston Globe, centers on a Western Massachusetts lesbian bar that lifted its mask requirement for one night a week to help drum up business. The decision ignited an intra-queer controversy that has been feasted on by media outlets across the political spectrum—from the New York Post to LGBTQ Nation—and is even reportedly being eyed for a Hollywood adaptation. Apparently nothing is more entertaining than a bunch of lesbians and queers fighting with each other over KN-95s. What has been lost in all of the chatter and media coverage is the very real possibility that Last Ditch, which just opened in April 2025, will have to close its doors. The venue’s one remaining founder, Jackie Matellian, revealed in a community Zoom meeting that she’s working four jobs, is now solely responsible for the bar’s $50,000 business loan and is struggling to keep up with the bills. So as we laugh about the controversy’s similarity to a “Portlandia” skit and how one of the bar’s founders left to enroll in clown school, we forget that yet another lesbian bar is facing an existential crisis—and this time the call is coming from inside the house. In 2020, my friend Elina Street and I created The Lesbian Bar Project, an Emmy-, Webby- and GLAAD Media Award-winning docuseries and initiative that tells the stories of lesbian queer bars around the world. We were moved to act because at the time there were only an estimated 16 lesbian bars in the United States, and the pandemic threatened to bring that number down even further. There are now more sapphic bars than there were just before the pandemic—about 36 of them in total—but this is down from approximately 200 in 1980. Maybe that doesn’t mean much to you, but for the millions of sapphics living in the U.S., this number is calamitous. As the world laughs at lesbians and sapphics, I want to take a second and tell you what I feel when I walk into one of these bars, which are all unique and irreplaceable in their own way: I feel seen. Sometimes I think Cubbyhole in New York City’s West Village neighborhood knew I was gay before I did. When I walked in there for the first time, before I was even out, I was transfixed by the colorful array of tchotchkes hanging from the ceiling and how the women standing next to me were completely unafraid to express their desire for one another. I knew the minute I was ready to come out, I had a home. I also felt the joy of a new couple falling in love at Seattle’s Wildrose, the quiet confidence of a short king lining up her shot at the pool table at Ginger’s in Brooklyn and the kick of cayenne pepper in Julie Mabry’s crawfish at Houston’s Pearl Bar. Subscribe Lesbian bars don’t just serve lesbians; they serve queer folks across the spectrum, including bisexual, pansexual and trans people. As Elina and I traveled across the U.S. and Europe and to parts of Latin America to document the bar owners, staff and patrons that make up the ecosystems of these spaces, we also became uniquely acquainted with the factors that threaten their existence: gentrification, wage gaps, sexism, environmental disasters, gun violence, rising insurance premiums and political administrations working to annihilate queer people and their families. Lesbian bar owners, like all leaders and entrepreneurs, are imperfect. There have been significant issues over the years at lesbian bars: employee harassment, racism, lack of accessibility, sexual assault and transphobia. All bar owners should be held accountable and should listen to their communities to evolve into safer and more equitable spaces. I also acknowledge my privilege: I am able-bodied, white, cis and from a family system that loves me for who I am. Not everyone has that. Queer people, especially trans and bisexual people, are suffering from disproportionately high levels of depression, and our mental health system isn’t equipped to support them. Immunocompromised people and long COVID are real, and many of my friends are suffering to this day. The people with the least safety net are often the ones for whom a bar closing costs the most. And yet, as we’re seeing with Last Ditch, the queer community often lashes out at each other. It’s also the mainstream media taking the internal conflict and making a mockery out of it, distracting from the real possibility that this bar could close due to financial pressures. A bar that many people loved and needed is facing extinction. Perhaps it’s safer to dissent with one another than with the larger forces trying to eradicate us, but in doing so, we risk destroying the few spaces we have left. Due to the constraints of purity politics—some in good faith, some not so much—lesbian bar owners, almost all of whom are queer women themselves, are forced to be everything for everyone, similarly to how women are forced to be everything for everyone. By asking these bars to uphold impossible standards—standards very few other third spaces are asked to consider—we all end up losing. I want to move as a community toward dialogue, compassionate dissent and collaboration to make our spaces better with the goal of keeping them OPEN and thriving, rather than destroying them from the inside with expectations that are arguably unattainable. Subscribe While I have your attention—for this fleeting second of the news cycle—may I urge us to spearhead a way to keep these small businesses afloat without attacking our own community along the way? Bar owners are left with an impasse: They want to be community-centered, but they also have to make money to keep their doors open. Sometimes they might make business decisions that don’t work for everyone—and that’s partly because different patrons have different priorities and want different things—but these owners deserve the opportunity for productive dialogue**.** We have to work with them and with each other to keep our spaces open, to keep them growing. Lesbian bars raised me into the queer woman I am today. One thing I think about as I reflect on the six years of work we’ve done to document these spaces is that shared, unspoken language I have with a stranger the moment we both walk into one of these bars: the nod, the ease, the not having to explain ourselves. I don’t want to lose that, and neither should you. If objective, nonpartisan, rigorous, LGBTQ-focused journalism is important to you, please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor, Resource Impact, by clicking this button: Donate
MORNING BUSINESS REPORT: Parents say they're overwhelmed with school-based apps
Jane King has this story and more from the New York Stock Exchange for your Tuesday Morning Business Report.
Subpoena records offer clues about federal probe of L.A. County voters
Federal investigators have sent L.A. County election officials multiple grand jury subpoenas as part of a criminal investigation into illegal voting, according to records reviewed by The Times.
Pirates get first winning season since 2018
It was a winning season despite no playoffs for the Bucs.
How to watch 'Hokum': Where and when to stream one of the best horror films of 2026
Adam Scott is truly in his horror era.
Opinion | Kansas Hasn’t Elected a Democrat to the Senate Since 1932. Adam Hamilton Could Change That.
This campaign could be a compelling model for Democrats.
Adam Greenman on how he’s preparing to be the next mayor of Pawtucket
The former nonprofit executive defeated a longtime incumbent in the Democratic primary
Canada Goose Teams Up with Elixir Films and Lief Entertainment on Documentary Series Starring Ewan McGregor
The performance brand brings its legacy in exploration to the open ocean, setting sail with Ewan McGregor and his crew on their journey across the Atlantic Ocean
Metal Gear Solid Moves From PlayStation To ESP32
If you haven’t heard of Metal Gear, you probably haven’t played video games these last few decades. The original Metal Gear dates back to 1987 and launched on the MSX, but the real rise…
Opinion: Well-being of Coloradans is strengthened by a commitment to arts and creativity
Public health conversations across the state need to be more than just the number of hospitals or the frequency of doctor visits.
Alfa Romeo Strips Paint Off 33 Stradale. The Result Is Stunning
Matte exposed carbon, hand-laid fiber patterns, and black wheels turn the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale Perla Nera into a one-off design statement.
Health director recommends moving staff
Tests show liquid from the ceiling drained into buckets contains fecal matter, so sheriff’s staff worry about the effect on their health.
Chinese Academy of Sciences sets sci-tech progress priorities in 5-year plan
The Chinese Academy of Sciences has released its development plan for the 15th Five-Year Plan period, setting priority directions for sci-tech breakthroughs in three major fields: basic research, strategic high technologies and sustainable development.
East Colfax businesses look toward revitalization with completion of BRT stretch
Kings’ Ben Simmons addresses critics, mental health; says he is in top form
The three-time All-Star is back after physical and mental health struggles nearly derailed his career.
Ethics Watchdogs To Investigate Whether Troubled Multnomah County Health Board Got Dubious Legal Advice
A Washington state attorney has been advising a Portland-area governance board on Oregon Public Meetings Law.
Julian Love, Ty Okada might practice soon
Seahawks safeties Julian Love and Ty Okada might be able to return to practice soon
Black businesses caught in limbo as lawsuit challenges Trump administration over $289M in funding
Freedom Economy says community lenders have received award notices but not the actual funds as a Sept. 30 deadline approaches.
What If the Coffee Grounds We Throw Away Could Help Insulate Our Homes?
The grounds left behind from your daily cup of coffee could one day help insulate buildings. Scientists transformed spent coffee grounds into biodegradable biochar insulation that performs about as well as commercial foam. The material could give mountains of coffee waste a useful second life while helping reduce energy use. Now, researchers are working to determine how well it holds up over time.
Raoni Barcelos’s Team Provides Latest Health Update on Fighter
UFC bantamweight Raoni Barcelos’s team has provided the latest health update for their fighter after he was stopped at UFC Vegas 121.Barcelos suffered an unknown medical emergency in the main event of UFC Vegas 121, a five-round war against Raul Rosas Jr. that Barcelos was winning up until he went unconscious in the fifth round.We […] The post Raoni Barcelos’s Team Provides Latest Health Update on Fighter appeared first on HEAVY.
Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart extension talks create uncomfortable situation for Knicks title defense
Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart extension talk turning Knicks vibes from immaculate to ominous
MediaDailyNews: Meta Forms Business-Facing AI Product Platform
Meta will begin selling its AI tools to businesses and developers with its newly founded "Meta Enterprise Platform."
Doval Wants Giants Reunion to Extend Beyond This Season
After a whirlwind journey, Camilo Doval returns to the Bay Area determined to reclaim his command and anchor the San Francisco Giants’ bullpen next year.
How Did the Cantera Rojiblanca Fare This Weekend?
Another weekend of action came and went across Guadalajara’s youth divisions. The Cantera Rojiblanca picked up a pair of important wins and played several matches in which the teams fought for a res...
Three January vesting dates: AMC Entertainment (AMC) grants CEO Adam Aron share rights tied to service.
Awarded September 24 under AMC's 2024 Equity Incentive Plan, each unit carries a right to one Class A share within 30 days after vesting.
Sanford Health Welcomes New Pediatrician to Rapid City Clinic
Elizabeth Farnsworth, M.D., has joined Sanford Black Hills and is providing care to patients at the Sanford Health Jordan Drive Clinic in Rapid City, offering pediatric primary care services for infants, children and adolescents in the Black Hills region.
The Athletic Predicts Red Wings Bottom Out This Season
The Athletic predicts Detroit bottoms out and picks top five in the 2027 draft. #RedWings
Scientists Squeezed a Leg Bone and Somehow Helped the Brain Heal
Controlled shinbone compression triggered bone cells to release neuroprotective signals, improving brain injury recovery in animal studies, per Nature Neuroscience.
Netflix on Building Products as Artifacts of Fandom
Netflix's Filippo Zuffada explains how the streamer is building year-round licensing momentum and why partners need to start with fandom, not format
🚨XIs ready: Italy seek a revival against Turkey
Bursa’s Timsah Arena stages a heavyweight clash in UEFA Nations League Group 1, as Türkiye host Italy. The home side arrive with defensive concerns after conceding the opening goal in each of their...
How will Chivas Femenil beat FC Juárez?
Chivas Femenil will resume training this week after securing their second straight win against Cruz Azul, a result that allowed them to add three more points to their Apertura 2026 campaign and streng...
How Nevada swim's Maddy Banic overcame mental-health struggles to become national champion
Fetal surgeon Payam Saadai, MD, to join Rady Children’s Health Orange County
Fetal surgeon Payam Saadai, MD, to join Rady Children’s Health Orange County. Recruitment will advance specialized fetal care for families across Southern California.
Xbox is releasing a Gears of War pizza cutter.
Xbox has teamed up with Prince St. Pizza to launch a pizza cutter to mark the launch of Gears of War: E-Day. The $60 cutter is built in the shape of the Prototype Lancer weapon from the game, and also includes an in-game pizza emblem. Price St. Pizza will also be selling an “Emergence Pie” pizza with a spicy vodka sauce in stores across the US and Canada through November 1st. [Image: The $60 Prototype Lancer cutter. https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/CutterImage-a1fcb5295fc994e46da8.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
Florida RB Jadan Baugh Makes Heisman Trophy Declaration
Dominating the ground with eleven touchdowns, the Gators' breakout star embraces his teammates' challenge to chase college football’s ultimate individual honor while fueling Florida’s unexpected playoff surge.
Man Utd Learn Conditions To Appoint Breakout Premier League Manager
As Michael Carrick’s tenure falters, the Red Devils eye Brighton’s tactical prodigy Fabian Hürzeler, though a massive compensation fee stands between the German and Old Trafford.
COTTON IN BEAUTY: A Sustainable, Sensorial & Science Backed Solution
This eBook examines how brands can leverage cotton's hypoallergenic, biodegradable and sensorial properties to create differentiated products, from facial wipes and reusable rounds to period care and adult incontinence.
Hockey Night in Canada reveals plan for 2026-27 season
Hockey Night in Canada enters a new era with the PWHL.
PWHL Detroit sets date for inaugural home opener
PWHL Detroit will host its inaugural home opener at Little Caesars Arena on December 12 against the New York Sirens.
5 ‘trailblazing’ caribou return to Canada’s wilderness
The animals were raised in North America's first conservation breeding program for Caribou.
Beloved TV personality dies at 58: ‘She was a sweet soul’
Angela Stribling, a pioneering BET personality and popular radio host, has died at age 58.
Citizens Bank of Edmond Partners with Parlay to Power Small Business Lending at ROGER, Its Digital Bank for the Military Community
EDMOND, Okla. & ALEXANDRIA, Va., September 28, 2026--Citizens Bank of Edmond partners with Parlay to power small business lending at ROGER, opening a faster path to capital for the military community.
Greens Leader Larissa Waters quits amid health battle, sparking race to replace her
Waters took the leadership after Adam Bandt's shock defeat at the 2025 election.
Teladoc Health (TDOC), Why Is It Back In The Spotlight?
Teladoc Health (TDOC) just announced a change in its legal leadership. Longtime Chief Legal Officer Adam Vandervoort plans to step down in early November, and current senior legal executive Jonathan Dorfman is set to take over. At around US$6.09 per share, Teladoc Health has seen its 90 day share price return fall about 28%, and the 1 year total shareholder return decline roughly 26%. This suggests momentum has been fading even as management refreshes its legal leadership and continues to...
High Tide Named to Report on Business Ranking of Canada's Top Growing Companies for Sixth Consecutive Year
High Tide Inc. ("High Tide" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: HITI) (TSXV: HITI) (FSE: 2LYA), the high-impact, retail-forward enterprise built to deliver real-world value across every component of cannabis, announced today that it placed No. 315 out of 375 companies listed on the 2026 Report on Business ranking of Canada's Top Growing Companies, with a verified three-year revenue growth rate of 66% over the 2022 to 2025 measurement period. Highlighting the Company's increasing profitability profile, Ad
Facianas bet big on Downtown Akron rebound with pair of office high-rises
Barbara and Gino Faciana are the city's largest landlords, thanks to their recent purchases. They say they are keeping their buildings dedicated to office use as the sector and city show signs of strength.
Offensive Line is Buccaneers' Biggest Disappointment
Almost everything has gone wrong for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers so far this season, but no position has been more disappointing than the offensive line.
After five years of war, how do Ukrainian small businesses survive?
In this interview, writer and journalist Victoria Belim-Frolova shares her observations about Russia’s war on Ukraine and how it forces “a constant process of adaptation,” especially in women-led small businesses.
Davante Adams shreds Denver's secondary on Sunday night
In a high-profile matchup with Patrick Surtain II, Davante Adams turned 13 targets into seven catches fir 137 yards in Week 3.
Around the Big Ten: Dylan Raiola shines after vicious hit on Dante Moore
Sports writer Connor Krumme looks at each Big Ten school after most of them made their yearly football conference debut. He looks at Ohio State, Oregon, USC, Washington, Maryland and more as they prepare for the full conference slate and the College Football Playoffs.
Studs and duds from Rams' 30-26 loss to Broncos
Kyren Williams and Davante Adams showed up in a big way, while Emmanuel Forbes Jr. had a rough night for the Rams.
Clippers Should Have Recently Waived Point Guard on Their Radar
The Clippers need point guards.
Sunday Night Football: Broncos complete comeback, defeat Rams 30-26
Los Angeles was in it until the last play, but Denver was able to hang on for the team's second victory of the season.
What to Stream: Quavo album, 'East of Eden' series and 'Minecraft Dungeons II'
A limited series adaptation of “East of Eden” and a new album from Quavo are among streaming releases coming in October. “Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma” premieres Friday
Faraday Future Announces This Week’s Investor Weekly Report From YT Jia Has Been Rescheduled to September 28; FF EAI “Built in USA” Upstream & Downstream Business Partner Conference Part Two to Be Held September 29
FF Founder and Global CEO YT Jia’s Investor Weekly Report has been rescheduled for the afternoon of September 28 and will be released at its usual time. FF has invited 10 global partners to share insights on the EAI robotics industry, FF’s “Built in USA” strategy and related topics, highlighting the potential for collaboration between […]
Taylor Swift debuts ‘Patient Zero’ music video at VMAs starring Dakota Johnson and Colin Farrell
The pop star and actress play women who have dated the same man — who secretly poisoned both of them the whole time.
WHO recognizes healthy, innovative cities across the Western Pacific Region
Nine Healthy City champions from across the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region received special recognition at an awarding ceremony during the 11th Global Conference of the Alliance for Healthy Cities in Sydney, Australia.The WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific has presented the Healthy Cities Recognition Awards every two years since 2004 to celebrate innovative and impactful city-led initiatives that improve the health and well-being of urban populations.Eight cities received awards for their best practices, and one National Forum received the WHO Regional Director’s Special Award in recognition of its long-standing leadership in advancing the Healthy Cities movement.Awardees were selected through a rigorous evaluation process and recognized for demonstrating measurable, innovative and sustainable approaches to health challenges faced by cities.Remarking on the significance of the awards, Dr Huong Tran, Director of the Division of Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Control at the Regional Office, said that, “There is no single blueprint for a healthy city. What works in one context may need to be adapted to another. But by sharing our experiences, including what worked, what was challenging, and what we learnt along the way, we can help one another move faster and further.”Award-winning cities and initiativesThis year's awards recognize outstanding city-led initiatives that have demonstrated measurable impact, innovation and sustainability in advancing health initiatives for urban populations.Baguio City (Philippines) – Data for equity: informing action, improving healthDr Donnabel Tubera-Panes, City Epidemiologist – Medical Officer IV of the Health Services Office accepted the award on behalf of Baguio City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisBaguio City was recognized for developing a pioneering Livability Index that provides village-level data across all 128 barangays (villages), enabling evidence-based planning and more equitable allocation of resources. By integrating community participation and institutionalizing the index within city planning and budgeting processes, the city has demonstrated how data can drive action to reduce health and social inequities.Eunpyeong-gu (Seoul, Republic of Korea) – Communities living in vulnerable situations: advancing health equity through community engagementVice Mayor Honourable Ahn Hyoung Jun accepted the award on behalf of Eunpyeong-gu. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisEunpyeong-gu was recognized for its inclusive health equity programme supporting vulnerable populations, including isolated older adults and LGBTQI+ communities. Through peer-led community networks, social cooperatives and inclusive service design, the district has strengthened access to care, promoted social inclusion and advanced community ownership of health initiatives.Madiun City (Indonesia) – Adapting and mitigating climate-related crises: building heat resilience and preventing flood-related health risksMs Yuni Dwi Purwani, Secretary General of the National Forum for Indonesian Healthy Cities/Regencies, accepted the award on behalf of Madiun City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisMadiun City was recognized for its SUPERMIE (Sustainable Public Environmental Management Initiative) – a community-based environmental governance model that addresses urban flooding, climate resilience and environmental sustainability. The initiative contributed to reductions in flood-prone areas, greenhouse gas emissions, diarrhoeal disease and dengue fever, while at the same time improving food security through neighbourhood food gardens. The programme has already been replicated in 15 cities and regencies across Indonesia.Macao Special Administrative Region (China) – Protecting communities from tobacco and alcohol-related harms: tackling commercial drivers of riskDr LO Iek Long, Director of the Health Bureau, Macao SAR, China accepted the award on behalf of Macao. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisMacao SAR was recognized for implementing a comprehensive and integrated approach to tobacco and alcohol control. Through legislation, monitoring systems, enforcement, public awareness campaigns and multisectoral partnerships, the programme has strengthened protection against major risk factors for noncommunicable diseases and established a model that is highly transferable to other urban settings.Phnom Penh Capital City (Cambodia) – Safe, active and health-enabling transport: advancing health and reducing inequities in urban mobilityH.E. Khoung Sreng, Governor of Phnom Penh Capital City accepted the award on behalf of Phnom Penh Capital City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisPhnom Penh received the award for its Safe School Zone Project, which combines infrastructure improvements, speed management, enforcement, education and stakeholder engagement to protect children and communities. The initiative has demonstrated measurable reductions in crashes and vehicle speeds while providing a scalable model for safer urban mobility across the country.Quezon City (Philippines) – Transforming food environments: addressing policy, market and urban design drivers of health and nutritionMs Jirah Asa M. Sideco, Chief of the Nutrition Section of the Quezon City Health Department accepted the award on behalf of Quezon City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisQuezon City was recognized for its public food procurement policy that promotes healthier diets through government-run institutions and feeding programmes. Supported by strong policy frameworks and monitoring systems, the initiative improves access to nutritious food for vulnerable populations while serving as a benchmark for other local governments.Samarinda City (Indonesia) – Preventing violence and promoting gender equality: transforming urban systems, norms and spaces Mrs Rinda Wahyuni, Chairperson of Samarinda Healthy City Forum accepted the award on behalf of Samarinda City. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisSamarinda City was recognized for its multisectoral approach to preventing violence and advancing gender equality. Responding to local evidence on violence against women and children, the city has positioned violence prevention as a public health priority, bringing together health services, schools, social welfare institutions, law enforcement, civil society and community leaders to strengthen prevention, reporting, survivor-centred support and legal protection. Through inclusive policies, community engagement and sustainable city financing, Samarinda has developed a locally owned and scalable model for creating safer, more equitable and inclusive urban communities.Singapore – Age-friendly cities: transforming systems to bridge generations for a healthier tomorrowDr Tan Weng Mooi, Director, Integrated Health Promotion, accepted the award on behalf of Singapore. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisSingapore received recognition for its Healthy Precinct Framework, which translates national healthy ageing priorities into neighbourhood-level action. The initiative integrates preventive care, social support, service coordination and age-friendly environments while actively engaging older persons, caregivers and community organizations. Its expansion across multiple precincts demonstrates its scalability and long-term sustainability.WHO Regional Director’s Special AwardNational Forum for Indonesian Healthy Cities/Regencies (Indonesia)Ms Yuni Dwi Purwani, Secretary General of the National Forum for Indonesian Healthy Cities/Regencies, accepted the award on behalf of the National Forum. Photo credit: Maria BoyadgisThe WHO Regional Director's Special Award was presented to the National Forum for Indonesian Healthy Cities/Regencies (FKKSI) in recognition of its long-standing leadership in advancing the Healthy Cities movement across Indonesia. As a national platform bringing together local governments, communities, academia and civil society, FKKSI has played a critical role in promoting collaboration, capacity-building, knowledge exchange and advocacy. Its efforts have strengthened and institutionalized healthy urban development nationwide and established a model for multisectoral engagement in the Region. Healthy Cities for allThe 2026 Healthy Cities Recognition Awards highlight how cities can lead transformative action on health by addressing climate change, inequity, ageing, nutrition, mobility, social inclusion, violence prevention and the commercial determinants of health. The recognized initiatives demonstrate that local governments, communities and partners can work together to create healthier, safer and more resilient urban environments for everyone. As urban populations continue to grow across the Western Pacific Region, WHO remains committed to supporting cities in advancing health, equity and sustainable development through the Healthy Cities approach and the Alliance for Healthy Cities. ###Note to editorsSince 2004, the WHO Healthy Cities Recognition Awards have provided a platform for cities to share innovative and effective approaches to improving health and well-being. The awards recognize achievements in areas including climate resilience, healthy ageing, health equity, gender equality, tobacco and alcohol control, urban mobility, nutrition and data-driven governance. In 2026, more than 150 submissions were received from cities and local governments across the Western Pacific Region. The titles and affiliations of awardees are presented as they were at the time the photo was taken.______________For more information, or to arrange media interviews, contact: WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific: wprocom@who.int
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