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CU-Lock Haven undergraduate’s research bridges gap between student science and large-scale conservation
LOCK HAVEN — In a lab where streams run indoors and ecosystems are built by hand, Emily Gonzalez, of Wilkes-Barre, is doing more than collecting data. She’s helping answer questions that could shape the future of Pennsylvania’s waterways — and directly support large-scale restoration efforts already underway in the West Branch of the Susquehanna River. […]
Punk Politics/Camp Costume is a fashion exhibition curated by (some of my) brilliant Parsons students!
I have the most amazing students. I teach Fashion Journalism at Parsons, as part of its MA Fashion Studies degree, though I have students of all different disciplines throughout the New School in my class — from fine-art photographers to investigative journalists to textile designers. And I learn about all sorts of fascinating things from them, like that designers are adding faux sweat stains to their garments now (part of a trend piece about “anatomy core”) and that real “French girl style” is actually about being “cunti cunta” (aka loud, rude, too much, liberated). So when I found out that some of my students were curating a fashion exhibition opening tonight(!!!), I just knew that it would be brilliant too. Wearable Art is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe It’s called Punk Politics/Camp Costuming1, and it’s up through May 10 at La Sudestada, the wonderful gallery and concept store in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. I asked the exhibit’s lead curator, Ella Birney (a talented costume and knitwear designer from Belfast who also happens to be in my class), all about it. This conversation has been edited for length and clarity. Tell me about the idea of this exhibition and how it came about. Ella Birney: For our Fashion Curation class, we had to pitch [exhibition] proposals to our professor, Jessica [Glasscock], and I really wanted to continue on the themes that I was exploring in my BA when I was studying in London a couple of years ago. My BA was very punk-inspired and very political. Everything I do, as you know from my writing, always has a slight Irish, political twist to it2. So in my BA project, it was looking at knitwear as a conveyor for exploring political identity in somewhere like Ireland, where identity is such a point of contention. And looking at the images that I generated from that project, there was something so camp about the whole thing. Like, it’s so playful and in bad taste to do a political message — like a knitted Union Jack — out of mohair. There’s something very camp about that. So that’s where it kind of became punk politics/camp costuming — looking at how from the 1970s to now there’s been protest through costume and clothing. What was your BA in? It was fashion textiles, knitwear. Very craft heavy, which — craft is never taken seriously either. That’s also a kind of spin [on the punk/camp thing]. The Union Jack knit that you made is included in the show — what is camp about knitting a Union Jack out of mohair? The whole ethos of camp is kind of bad taste, doing things that are tongue in cheek and a bit wink, wink, nudge, nudge. Like, this is a bit silly. Everything I do is like, this is a bit silly. Like, being from the North of Ireland, everything you do is political. So it’s like, everything is going to be looked at in a certain lens anyway, so we may as well lean into it. So the Union Jack was because I come from a mixed marriage — Protestant-Catholic. And in the North of Ireland, that’s still a big deal. And even though I’m a Catholic and brought up in a very like Catholic Nationalist family, there [were] Union Jacks [the symbol of the United Kingdom] on my street. So I was like, then I’m gonna make your Union Jack out of knitwear. And then that kind of all linked back to the punk movement that Vivian Westwood forefronted in the late 70s, [with her stores] Let It Rock and Seditionaries. How did you source your items? Once we decided on this exhibition idea, everyone in the class was put to [think about] what do you think can fit into punk politics/camp costuming and finding designers that fit that brief. Me and my co-curators, Dulcinea Flores and Allison Gramando, made a brief to send out — with a mood board and color stories, stuff like that — and then everyone kind of got to work emailing people. We reached out to other Parsons grads. Even through Instagram stories we’ve been able to reach so many people who were like, Yeah, of course, I’ll write something for this, or Please — let me submit stuff. It actually was quite easy sourcing things. … The Parsons thing gets you quite far. What were some great pieces you got? There’s a Brooklyn-based, nonbinary artist called Buzz Slutsky. I can’t even remember how I found them, but I came across this crazy, shoe thing — they had made all these different shoes out of papier-mâché, and the story behind them is so fantastic, so interesting. They were just so obliging, like, Of course, you can have these for a few weeks. I was really happy about that. And then we have art from a collective here called Art Comes First. And they lent loads of really amazing pieces that just tied everything together. You have your Union Jack knit in the show too. Any other pieces that you made? There’s three of my BA mohair knits. There’s the Union Jack. There’s a mohair with the word “No” — which is based on an old political campaign in Ireland that was “Ulster says no to sodomy.” And then there’s another one that is red, white and blue, like the Union Jack, but has the word “Catholic” on it and lots of holy medals. I’m so happy I got to include those. How many pieces are in the show? Between 49 and 52, something like that. A load of clothing and accessories, shoes. There’s a Brooklyn-based Irish photographer who’s given us photos. There’s also a shopping cart that is an art piece by Art Comes First that has gold knuckle dusters as the handles. There’s also lots of T-shirts, original pins from the 70s and 80s that were from people’s dads. I also brought my record player, and all of [co-curator] Allison’s dad’s original albums so everyone could play records. Oh my gosh! Yeah, it’s cool. Anything else you would like to add? If we get to do an exhibition, why would we not make it political in this day and age? I hope that people come. There’s a lot of history, because it starts back in the 70s. It’s not like chronological or anything, but there are historical objects. I hope people come out of it thinking, out of all the really horrendous decades of the 70s and 80s and 90s, all these amazing subcultures happened. There are horrible political times, but there’s art that comes out of it that lasts. Punk Politics/Camp Costume is on view May 1-10 at La Sudestada, 67 West St. Suite 513, Greenpoint, Brooklyn. RSVP for the opening Friday May 1 6pm-8pm here. There’s also a button-making and patch-making workshop and artist talk May 9. Follow the show’s Instagram page @punkxcamp.parsons. Special shout out to all the students who put on this show: Ella Birney (lead curator), Dulcinea Flores (curator), Allison Gramando (curator), Pierre Sanon (lead exhibition designer), Eliana Daneshvari (exhibition designer), Reilly Lowell (editor), Jess Gayo (researcher/writer), Joyce Gayo (researcher/writer), Maria Magdalena Ugarte Montero (researcher/writer), Cassidy Colarik (exhibition press officer), Shelby Shovein (educator), Sarah Mahnke-Baum (educator), Trinidy Coleman (graphic designer), and Leonie Soravia (project manager). Jessica Glasscock was the faculty advisor. 1 The website is definitely worth checking out. 2 This is true!
PNNL Researchers to Speak About Genesis Mission at National Science Bowl
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory’s Robert Rallo and Nathan Hodas speak to students about the future of AI RICHLAND, Wash., May 1, 2026 — Student winners of this year’s regional National Science Bowl competitions will hear about the future of AI from two researchers from the Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory this spring. The […]
Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi hospitalized after a health crisis in prison
BEIRUT (AP) — Iran’s imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi has been urgently transferred from prison to a hospital in northwestern Iran after a “catastrophic deterioration” of her health, her foundation said Friday.
Lower Burrell nets air conditioning and heating business at former Hillcrest Volkswagen
Mark Williamson is in the business of heating and cooling, but he says his company’s ethos is a bit more than that. MW Mechanical Services, which Williamson founded in New Kensington in 2022, installs and repairs residential and commercial air conditioning and heating systems across Soutwestern Pennsylvania. It also services
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
Commitment to Physical Fitness Leads Alumna to College of Public Health
Jennifer Wessel J.D., MPH, works to improve health outcomes, and her love for health and wellness paved the way for her to become a public health professional. “We tackle a multitude of issues to have a broader lens on ways to improve Arkansas’ health status. Therefore, I’m learning something new…
'Workers Over Billionaires' protests taking place in Western New York
In New York, the movement is what organizers say is a call to action with the message "workers over billionaires."
'Workers Over Billionaires' protests taking place in Western New York
In New York, the movement is what organizers say is a call to action with the message "workers over billionaires."
Commencement 2026: Graduating students ready to lead, heal, and transform the future of health and science: Center Times Plus, UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX
Commencement Advance 2026--Spring commencement 2026 celebrates the achievements and dreams of graduating students at the Peter O’Donnell Jr. School of Public Health, UT Southwestern Medical School, and UT Southwestern Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.
Commencement 2026: Graduating students ready to lead, heal, and transform the future of health and science: Center Times Plus, UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX
Commencement Advance 2026--Spring commencement 2026 celebrates the achievements and dreams of graduating students at the Peter O’Donnell Jr. School of Public Health, UT Southwestern Medical School, and UT Southwestern Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.
Plain Talk: 'I don't bring my politics to work, and I would not bring them to the Supreme Court'
On this Plain Talk, North Dakota Supreme Court candidate Ariston Johnson takes questions about his candidacy with former Gov. Ed Schafer serving as guest co-host.
Vikings Seemingly Have a Shadow GM
Since January, the Minnesota Vikings have lacked a clear leader in the building. GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah was fired after four […]
UFC Perth preview, ‘Jack Della vs. Prates’ predictions
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is just one day away from the upcoming UFC Perth mixed martial arts (MMA) event, set to go down tomorrow afternoon (Sat., May 2, 2026) on Paramount+ from inside RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia. UFC Perth features a welterweight main event between former 170-pound champion, Jack Della Maddalena, and No. […]
Every Bird Counts – Delivering Gold Standard Science for North America’s Birds
Each spring, as migratory birds span continents, our ability to protect them depends on one simple but powerful force: people paying attention. This World Migratory Bird Day, the theme “Every Bird Counts – Your Observations Matter!” underscores how everyday observers and community scientists provide the essential data that drives bird conservation.
Former Hart star Trevor Brown trying to coach West Ranch to title
The former major leaguer has his team in position to win the Foothill League baseball title with a win over alma mater.
Oilers' season comes to screeching halt against Ducks
The reigning back-to-back Western Conference champions fall in six games to the Ducks and they leave with questions heading into the summer.
UK house prices in surprise increase; NatWest braces for slowing economy
Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets as average house price rose 0.4% in April and NatWest sets aside £140m
Timberwolves eliminate Jokic's Nuggets from NBA playoffs
The Minnesota Timberwolves knocked Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets out of the NBA playoffs with a 110-98 win Thursday to claim their first-round series 4-2.Sixth-seeded Minnesota will play the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference semi-finals after completing an upset defeat of third-seeded Denver, who won the 2023 NBA championship.
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.
New Lithium-Plasma Engine Passes Key Mars Propulsion Test
You’re on the fourth human mission to Mars, and you’re told the Odyssey spacecraft designed to take you there will be the smoothest ride you’ll ever take. It features a newly christened electric propulsion engine which was in the late stages of testing during the first three missions. The mission starts and the spacecraft travels at a crawl, and you wonder if it’s broken. A week goes by and you’re now traveling at more than 400,000 kilometers (250,000 miles) per hour, and your mind is blown as to how fast you’re going, how quickly that happened, and that this mission might be more awesome than you thought.
Health officials monitor West Valley neighborhood for possible Parkinson's disease cases
A neighborhood has been monitored by Utah health officials for possible cases of Parkinson's disease.The officials emphasized that the effort is in an early dat
Universal health-care event featuring mayor set for West Seattle in May
A statewide organization campaigning for universal health care is coming to West Seattle for its next major event. The organization Whole Washington will gather supporters for a gala at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center on Saturday, May 16. Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is scheduled to be one of the guest speakers, as is State Rep. Shaun Scott. ...
National Academy of Sciences elects six Berkeley researchers to its
The National Academy of Sciences announced its newest members this week, among them six eminent UC Berkeley faculty members, including former U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen. Membership
Mobile Sports Hall of Fame announces class of 2026
The Mobile Sports Hall of Fame announced the names of the four newest inductees to the class of 2026.
Xbox's new April Update brings awesome improvements to Xbox and PC, including one I've wanted Microsoft to add for years
Xbox consoles and Xbox on PC just got upgraded with huge customization features and gameplay options.
West Coast tech firm eyes big Chicago office expansion
San Francisco-based Databricks is poised to lease about 50,000 square feet in the Franklin office building at 227 W. Monroe St., expanding from its current co-working space.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City Review
This empty shell of an adventure falls short of realizing the awesome potential of being the turtle bros in VR.
DOJ Launches New West Coast Health-Fraud Strike Force
As part of a push to combat Medicare and Medicaid fraud, the department will field more prosecutors to fight an increase in fraud in Western states.
The hills of Samaria: The northern West Bank between politics and daily life
Reporter's Notebook: The hills of Samaria: The northern West Bank between politics and daily life
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
West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem awards more than $100,000 to prospective business owners
Pitch competition held in Morgantown.
Home Entertainment Guide April 2026: Send Help, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, Highest 2 Lowest, More
The latest physical media releases include Send Help, The Bone Temple, Highest 2 Lowest, Die My Love, and Criterion editions of Point Blank and The Life of Brian.
From busy to billable: Time management strategies for business-generating lawyers
The Daily Journal has more journalists covering the California legal profession than any other publication. Comprehensive coverage of litigation, arbitration, and mediation results from California state and federal trial courts for attorneys and legal professionals.
EU business investment rate hit 21.8% low in Q4 2025
In the fourth quarter of 2025, the EU business investment rate reached 21.8%, the lowest point since the third quarter of 2015. Since 2014, the EU’s non-financial corporation investment rate has shown 2 clear trends, with notable spikes. Between 2014 and 2018, the investment rate rose steadily from 22% to nearly...
Annual breakfast marks National Day of Prayer with business and community voices
The 37th annual Northwest Ohio Prayer Breakfast will bring the nation’s largest Coca‑Cola bottler to Toledo — and his focus is less on profits than on ...
Alarm over Trump’s dismissal of entire science advisory board
Leaders dismayed as 22-member panel advising on National Science Foundation abruptly let go
FBI raids Northwest Indiana homes, restaurants in connection to alleged illegal sports gambling operation
‘Incredibly difficult decision’: Ammon sisters shut down massage business amid financial strain
Do you want to know what’s happening in the eastern Idaho business scene? We’ve got you covered. Here is a rundown of this week’s business news across the valley. BIZ BUZZ AMMON Ammon massage clinic closes as costs rise Sign on storefront of Modern Mindbody Massage in Ammon. | Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com AMMON – Customers […]
Murphy Honored as Distinguished Leader in Global Health
Robert Murphy, MD, executive director of the Robert J. Havey, MD Institute for Global Health, has been honored with the 2026 Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH) Distinguished Leadership in Global Health Award.
Legendary West Hollywood restaurant temporarily closed for health violations
Even the most revered restaurants in Los Angeles can’t escape the invasion of pests, or the scrutiny of health inspectors. Dan Tana’s, which has been serving gourmet Italian fare on Santa Monica Bo…
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 […]
Report: Bob Ferguson’s Office accused of delaying Public Health alerts, controlling critical information to Washingtonians
A new report from Axios alleged Washington Governor Bob Ferguson’s office has been tightly controlling what information reaches the public and the media.
Roundtable: North Carolina businesses discuss recovery 18 months after Helene
News 13 sat down with other small business owners across western North Carolina to for a roundtable discussion about their recovery experiences.
AHA and West Health launch national accelerator to scale technology-enabled patient care solutions
The AHA and the West Health Institute April 29 announced a new three-year initiative to help hospitals and health systems operationalize and scale proven technologies across care environments to improve patient outcomes and support care teams.
Country music star Blake Shelton announces newest Ole Red restaurant, music venue to open in Indianapolis
Curiosity to Commencement - College of Arts and Sciences
As Carolina’s newest graduates prepare to cross the stage, three seniors show how research propelled their growth and shaped their next steps.
Hispanic population experiences worst health care outcomes, access in Texas, report finds
A new report from the Commonwealth Fund found Texas has worse racial and ethnic health disparities than other states in the Southwest.
Small Colorado business claims state owes more than $300K in outstanding E-bike tax credit
Photo of hair being done inside Georgia IHOP goes viral; No health code violations found
A photo showing someone getting their hair done inside a northwest Georgia IHOP is drawing attention online.The image, shared in a public Facebook group, shows
Blackstone Forms New Unit to Oversee AI, High-Growth Tech Bets
Blackstone Inc. is folding its growth business into a new West Coast-based division that will focus solely on the alternative investment giant’s artificial intelligence portfolio, which includes OpenAI and Anthropic PBC.
Small Colorado business claims state owes more than $300K in outstanding E-bike tax credit
Popular Milwaukee restaurant closes after 17 years in business
Centro Cafe in Milwaukee’s Riverwest closes, no reason given
Earth is splitting open beneath the Pacific Northwest, scientists say
For the first time, scientists have watched a subduction zone literally fall apart beneath the ocean floor. Using advanced seismic imaging, they found the Juan de Fuca plate splitting into fragments as it sinks beneath North America. Rather than collapsing all at once, the plate is tearing piece by piece, like a train slowly derailing. The finding helps explain ancient plate fragments and could refine how scientists understand earthquake behavior.
Smash-and-grab thieves hit business on Chicago's SW Side
Chicago police are investigating after a group of offenders crashed a Jeep into a check cashing business early Wednesday on the Southwest Side.
Prep baseball: Jaxson Neckien is coming through for Westlake
The junior outfielder has hit six home runs for the Warriors, who are tied for first place in the Marmonte League.
Ibogaine Hype Is Outpacing the Science
The hype surrounding the psychedelic drug ibogaine reached a fever pitch earlier this month, when President Donald Trump talked up its potential at a White House event promoting increased access to psychedelics. Ibogaine, which comes from the root of a West African shrub, has long been used for ceremonial and spiritual purposes. Now, for the first time, the Food and Drug Administration will allow a clinical trial of the drug.
Latino businesses on St. Paul’s West Side look to Cinco de Mayo for post-Metro Surge boost
Latino businesses in St. Paul and Minneapolis hard-hit by Operation Metro Surge are hoping that Cinco de Mayo and other summer festivals will help them regain their footing.
Ukraine's war startups are pushing to meet NATO standards, win deals
Ukraine's wartime startups are racing to meet NATO standards and ready for exports and Western defense deals as global demand for their tech surges.
‘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.
Don’t upend Colorado’s ‘healthy balance’ on stream access
By Ashley House “The horizon is a perfect line between sky and water.” I heard this line of dialogue waft through my parents’ living room recently as they tuned into one of the newest Taylor Sheridan TV dramas, “The Madison.” As I lingered to admire the cinematographic qualities of the show (shot within the Madison River […]
Why We Need to Ease the Path to Post-Prison Health Care
Medicaid is a lifeline for people returning from incarceration but there are too many hurdles, and new work requirements will make things worse. Governments need to take some important steps now.
Injury-depleted Rockets, Lakers both feeling urgency about Game 5
In a series that has been devoid of impact players, the Los Angeles Lakers will get another chance to advance into the Western Conference semifinals when they play host to the Houston Rockets in Game 5 of their first-round series on Wednesday.
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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.
Palestinian football body appeals to sports court over FIFA Israel ruling
The Palestinian Football Association has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport against FIFA's decision not to sanction Israel over clubs based in West Bank settlements, a senior PFA official said on Tuesday, as visa issues affecting several delegations added to tensions ahead of the FIFA Congress.
Volunteer Hospital Named Chamber's Large Business of the Year
We're trusted with the health and wellbeing of more than half a million people living across 9,000 square miles of West Tennessee.
ICYMI: During NFL Draft Weekend, Governor Shapiro and Administration Leaders Work to Boost Economic Development and Bring New Business to Pennsylvania - PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The Shapiro Administration and the Allegheny Conference on Community Development hosted national site selectors for major companies in Western Pennsylvania during the NFL Draft, pitching them on bringing business to […]
Peters, Slotkin, Walberg, and Huizenga Call on Small Business Administration to Approve Disaster Declaration to Assist Communities Impacted by Southwest Michigan Tornadoes
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), alongside U.S. Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI-05) and Bill Huizenga (R-MI-04), are urging the Small Business Administration (SBA) to support Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s request for an administrative disaster declaration following the devastating tornadoes in Southwest Michigan this […]
After Another Attempt on Trump’s Life, Is Political Violence on the Rise in the U.S.?
A conversation with Sean Westwood, a professor at Dartmouth who tracks political violence and Americans’ perceptions of it.
Thousands of Appalachian voters flip from Democrat to Republican, narrowing registration lead
A wave of party switching in West Virginia has reshaped voter rolls, with over 68,000 voters changing affiliation ahead of the state's 2024 primary.
OCESA and GNP Seguros Reinvent the Live Entertainment Experience with the New Coliseo GNP Seguros
With 55 years of history and a cultural and sporting legacy that has shaped generations, the newly renovated Coliseo GNP Seguros —formerly Estadio 3 de Marzo— will reopen its doors this August, ushering in a new era for live entertainment in Jalisco and western Mexico. This evolution reflects the commitment…
Baystate Health, Trinity Health sign Mercy transition deal
Baystate Health and Trinity Health of New England sign agreement to transition Mercy Medical Center, ensuring high-quality care in Western Massachusetts.
Meet the 2 Shasta Family YMCA Athletes of the Week for April 19-25
Meet the two Shasta Family YMCA Athletes of the Week for April 19-25 from Anderson and West Valley high schools.
Washington renews legal push for health inspections at Tacoma ICE detention center
A renewed legal push is underway to allow health inspections at the Northwest ICE Processing Center in Tacoma, after months of court battles over whether state
NOAA’s Satellites Detect Blowing Dust Events that Impact Human Health and Safety
Scientists and forecasters are gaining better insights into how hazardous dust storms occur across southwestern North America thanks to NOAA satellites.
Golden Grove Elementary awarded grant to improve student health
West Palm Beach, Fla. April 28, 2026 — The American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for everyone everywhere, and the National Football League (NFL) recently awarded Golden Grove Elementary an NFL PLAY 60 Active Recess...
Midwestern University Showcases Health Sciences Innovation at Annual Kenneth A. Suarez Research Day
Student-led research projects on display for peers and community members
Hickman girls soccer goes 1-2 in Southwest Missouri Shootout
The Hickman girls soccer team suffered two losses in penalty kicks during its 1-2 trip to Webb City, along with other Kewpies results from the past week.
The Case for ‘Pothole Politics’ in Local Government
It’s about competence. To build residents’ trust, cities need to focus on delivering core services efficiently, setting measurable standards and meeting them consistently.
Man Boards Southwest Flight To Tampa. Then One Couple Delays The Entire Plane Over Shocking Demand: ‘I Blame The Captain’
A frequent flyer cozied up in his window seat on a Southwest flight to Tampa, Fla. He opened his eyes when he overheard a couple arguing with flight
Three UT Southwestern faculty members elected to National Academy of Sciences
The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) today elected three UT Southwestern Medical Center scientists into its membership. Election to the NAS is one of the highest honors in the United States for American scientists.
The M5 MacBook Air Has Never Been Cheaper
Despite launching less than two months ago, the M5 MacBook Air has dropped back down to its lowest price since launching.
Family estrangement explored in collection featuring Northwest writers
Tacoma editor and writer Jenny Bartoy poses the question "Who are we without our families?" in the introduction of “No Contact: Writers on Estrangement."
The Moth Mainstage returns to The Fargo Theatre
The popular storytelling show was last here in 2024.
UAE Employment and Social Reforms 2026: Modernization or Business as Usual?
A flurry of employment law reforms in the United Arab Emirates—a business-friendly area that remains firmly rooted in traditional values and national identity—in recent years has caught the attention of multinational employers and expatriates alike, but do these changes represent a genuine shift toward Western-style liberalization, or are they pragmatic adjustments designed to maintain competitiveness while preserving the status quo? Below are some of the key developments and what they mean for employers operating in the region.
Tom Hanks rocks out to son Chet's band Something Out West at Stagecoach Festival
The proud dad could be seen bopping his head and singing along to Something Out West's song, "You Better Run."
Preparing for the Unleashed Pre-Rift
Get ready to play Riftbound’s newest set at your local Pre-Rift.
Informal educators get a powerful new way to speak their mind and boost their skills
Few elements of our culture are as firmly established in the 21st century western zeitgeist as the fact that teachers are underappreciated and poorly paid. That goes double for informal educators — those who work outside the confines of diploma or degree-granting institutions. In the realm of scienc
EA SPORTS Signs Elijah Haven, Alabama’s Newest Quarterback
Top 2027 QB Elijah Haven joins GEN / EA SPORTS and announces his college commitment
Central Florida mental health expert shares tips to help navigate testing season stress
Licensed mental health counselor and owner of Enriched Life Counseling & Consulting, Treshonda Baucom, joins WESH 2 to discuss how students, parents and educators can overcome standardized testing stressors
See drone photos of Taylor Swift's Westerly mansion as wedding rumors fly
Will she get married in RI, or will she get married in NYC? See why Taylor Swift's Watch Hill mansion would be a dream location for most brides.
UC San Diego Health Performs First West Coast AI Robotic Spine Surgery
First West Coast AI-driven robotic spine surgery performed at UC San Diego Health, improving precision and recovery for patients.
W Sports Bar's Uncertain Future, Cavs Lose Game 4: CLE Daily
Also in our daily news roundup for April 27, a shooting at a Strongsville Costco and Southwest Airlines launches a new winter nonstop.
Dakota State University student creates software for direct-to-consumer beef business
Austin Kaiser, a senior at Dakota State University, has spend several months creating an inventory management software to help Hadrick Ranch keep a detailed inventory and market their beef products.
Lawmaker calls for special session on marijuana: week in politics
As the feds officially declassified marijuana as a less dangerous drug, Nashville lawmaker calls for a special session to legalize medical cannabis.
Can lacrosse take hold in Indiana? Plan to leverage youth lacrosse for long‑term success
The Indiana High School Lacrosse Association (IHSLA) is focused on supporting the youth level to help build the high school ranks.
Meet The Oklahoman's 2026 Super 5 boys basketball first team
The Super 5 boys basketball first team Millwood's Isaiah Wilks, Norman's Beau Billingsley, Midwest City's Deshawn Denson II, Dale's Denton Forsythe and Owasso's Jalen Montonati. Norman's Cory Cole is the Coach of the Year.
River City Saga: Journey to the West launches June 4
Roguelite action game River City Saga: Journey to the West will launch for PlayStation 5, Switch, and PC via Steam on June 4 for $19.99 / 2,970 yen, publisher Arc System Works and developer UnitePl…
How ‘Tracker’ Just Set up Jensen Ackles’ Finale Return as Russell
Colter tracks down someone who gives more insight into what his dad was up to before his death.