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    A powerful El Niño is here: What it could mean for your weather, region by region

    A strong El Niño has been promoted to Super El Niño status, bringing significant changes to winter weather. Certain regions may experience heavier rainfall, while others are expected to enjoy warmer temperatures with fewer snow days. California and the Southwest could undergo atmospheric rivers and flooding, alleviating drought conditions. Conversely, the Midwest and Northeast might encounter milder winters along with fluctuating precipitation.

    Why did the US lose its measles elimination status? Know more about the symptoms and what to do if you contact the virus

    The US has lost its measles elimination status after 26 years, with outbreaks leading to 10 deaths recently. Vaccination numbers have been declining, contributing to increased cases across the country. In 2026 alone, there have been 5,412 reported infections, the highest number since 1991. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention urges vaccination as the best protection against measles.

    Miss Universe visa controversy: Zambia, Republic of Congo crown winners fail to secure visa, contestants from other countries wait for Puerto Rico pageant event

    United States has imposed sweeping travel restrictions affecting dozens of countries, many of them in Africa, under proclamations issued during Donald Trump’s second administration.

    But those efforts could conflict with another growing priority for many lawmakers on the left: nurturing areas of common ground with Kennedy's Make America Healthy Again followers with the aim of securing their political support.

    Health experts to assess US and Mexico measles elimination status as outbreaks surge

    The Pan American Health Organization will evaluate the continuity of measles transmission in the United States and Mexico. Recent outbreaks have sparked concerns as infections and deaths sharply increased in both countries. Public health experts emphasise the importance of vaccination campaigns to combat rising cases while criticising past health policies. The Center for Disease Control insists vaccination remains crucial despite potential changes in health designations.

    India records 38% drop in TB deaths since 2015, outpaces global decline: WHO report

    India has recorded a 38 percent reduction in tuberculosis mortality since 2015, surpassing the global decline rate. The treatment success rate of drug-susceptible TB patients stands at an impressive 94 percent. Key interventions include early detection, timely treatment, and community support through various initiatives. Technological innovations such as AI-enabled diagnostics have significantly strengthened the TB elimination efforts.

    The Economic Times
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