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Economic uncertainty looms large over the manufacturing landscape as tariffs, interest rates, and geopolitical tensions reshape global supply chains. The slight contraction in Q1 economic growth masks an underlying reality - demand remains relatively stable, but manufacturers face difficult decisions about where and when to invest in new capacity. I unpack this and so much more with IPC Chief Economist, Shawn Dubravac.Tariff uncertainty has become a permanent feature rather than a temporary disruption. What began as a negotiation tactic appears to be transforming into a long-term strategic tool, with 10% tariffs likely representing the floor rather than a temporary measure. This new normal is driving dramatic shifts in manufacturing locations, with smartphone imports from India to the US jumping from 12% to 28% in just one year as companies diversify away from China. According to IPC sentiment data, 17% of electronics firms are actively seeking new manufacturing capacity in the US, with others looking toward Mexico, Europe, and Southeast Asia.Two sectors stand out as bright spots amid the uncertainty. Defense spending in Europe has surged in response to ongoing geopolitical tensions, creating substantial opportunities for manufacturers serving this market. Simultaneously, we're witnessing unprecedented investments in AI infrastructure, particularly in the Gulf region, where massive data center projects are being announced. These twin forces of defense and AI are creating pockets of high growth even as traditional electronics sectors face headwinds.Companies that can build agility into their global operations while positioning themselves in these growth sectors will find themselves well equipped to navigate the challenging landscape. Rather than waiting for clarity that may never arrive, successful manufacturers are developing strategies to thrive amid ongoing uncertainty. Listen now to gain crucial insights into where the electronics manufacturing industry is headed for the remainder of 2025 and beyond.EMS@C-Level is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com) You can see video versions of all of the EMS@C-Level pods on our YouTube playlist.

Llega un momento en el que ya te haces lío. Con jamón, jamón, jamón. Bueno, jueves, es 15 de mayo. Estás escuchando Cadena 100. Buenos días, Mar Amate. Buenos días, Javi Nieves. ¿Y con qué nos despertamos hoy? José Real, buenos días. Hola Javi, hola Mar, ¿qué tal? Buenos días. Si estás de alquiler, ya sabes que a partir de ahora lo que te pueden subir viene determinado por un nuevo índice. En resumen, si estás de alquiler y renuevas ahora te puede subir como máximo un 2,09%. ¿Cómo se calcula esto? Bueno, pues se tiene en cuenta el IPC, pero también la inflación subyacente y la que se espera a ...

Lo que sabemos es que todo empezó, el apagón digo, en Badajoz, Sevilla y Granada y que todo apunta a una sobretensión, dice, en estas tres provincias casi a la vez. Hablando de luz, el precio ha bajado y la gasolina no hace falta que te diga que también. Por eso el IPC del mes pasado se moderó un poquito, se quedó en el 2,2%. También baja el aceite, pero el chocolate, oye, sigue subiendo. Como dato, mirando ahora las vacaciones de verano, comparados con los precios de hace un año, comprarte un billete de avión para viajar dentro de España nos sale hoy más caro. ¿Qué sabemos del incendio en ...

si le echas un vistazo y renuevas ahora te pueden subir como máximo un 2,09%, ya se ha sabido, cómo se calcula esto, bueno pues se tiene en cuenta el IPC pero también la inflación subyacente y la que se espera a medio plazo, se hace para evitar subidas desproporcionadas. Hablando del IPC ya sabemos que la gasolina ha estado más barata en abril, pero también la luz y eso ha hecho que los precios se hayan moderado un poquito, en concreto nos hemos quedado en el 2,2% que es el mejor dato desde octubre. Eso sí, comprarte un billete de avión para viajar por España es hoy más caro que hace un año y ...

En el capítulo 857 de este jueves, 15 de mayo, @franaldaya te cuenta sobre el IPC del Indec, cómo les fue en el primer trimestre a $TEO y $ALUA y qué están viendo los grandes inversores en materia de volatilidad internacional. Además, @EspinaMariano habló con el gobernador de Chubut, Ignacio Torres, en #RecintosDelPoder.

Nearly half a million people in Gaza now face starvation, according to a new report from the IPC, the international panel of famine experts who advise the United Nations.For more than ten weeks, Israel has halted the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza, to pressure Hamas to release Israeli hostages. Israel accuses Hamas of seizing aid, selling it on the black market and using aid distribution to reinforce its control of Gaza.The UN says hundreds of truckloads of lifesaving supplies are waiting at the border. Meanwhile, inside Gaza, food is scarce. Humanitarian groups like the UN World Food Programme (WFP) exhausted supplies of basic staples weeks ago, forcing them to shut down their kitchens and bakeries, and everyday Palestinians are grinding up pasta and lentils to make flour for bread. Antoine Renard of the WFP says when he was in Gaza last week, wheat flour was selling for $10 a pound. Juana Summers talks with Renard about what he's seen in Gaza, and what's next for the people there.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Legal reporter Jeremy Sharon and news editor Amy Spiro join host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. Yesterday, the United Nations-linked Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) organization said in a “Special Snapshot” briefing that “the Gaza Strip is still confronted with a critical risk of famine,” and that “the entire population is facing high levels of acute food insecurity, with half a million people [one in five] facing starvation.” Israel has accused IPC of a “lack of transparency” with regards to the source of its data, and it said the IPC’s Special Snapshot failed to take into account “the massive volume of aid, especially food, that entered Gaza during the ceasefire.” Sharon weighs in. Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara on Tuesday ordered the military to begin sending conscription orders to all draft-age members of the ultra-Orthodox community at the start of the next recruitment cycle in July. How much authority does she have and will anything change? President Isaac Herzog on Monday became the first foreign leader to be hosted by new German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, just six days after he took the helm of Germany’s government, with Berlin and Jerusalem marking 60 years of strong diplomatic ties. Spiro was there and reports back. Singers from 37 countries are now in Basel, Switzerland, for the annual Eurovision Song Contest this week. We learn about Israel's candidate Yuval Raphael and some of the challenges she faces. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: Food security NGO warns of ‘critical’ famine risk in Gaza; Israel says study ‘flawed’ Attorney general urges conscription of all draft-age Haredim starting this summer In Berlin, Herzog lauds 60 years of German-Israel ties, even as Gaza war casts shadow Eurovision kicking off in Basel with glitz, schmaltz and little love for Israel Israel’s Yuval Raphael and her team met by protests, threat as Eurovision week kicks off After surviving Nova, Israel’s Eurovision hopeful is ready to ‘give my dreams a chance’ Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves and video edited by Thomas Girsch. IMAGE: Palestinians line up to get a ration of hot food from a charity kitchen set up at the Islamic University campus in Gaza City on May 12, 2025. (Omar AL-QATTAA / AFP)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

En el episodio de hoy comentamos el dato de IPC (inflación al consumidor) de EEUU de ayer, que fue mejor de lo esperado: 2.3% frente al 2.4%.Únete al canal GRATUITO de WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaTrH1L72WTwHEGtyr0mSígueme en instagram: ⁠https://instagram.com/arnau_invertirbolsa⁠Todo lo que hacemos en Boring Capital: ⁠https://boringcapital.net/⁠Consulta nuestras rentabilidades pasadas en Boring Capital: ⁠https://boringcapital.net/informes-rentabilidad⁠Sígueme en Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/ajnogues⁠Suscríbete a nuestra newsletter: ⁠https://mailchi.mp/1a1f327fc3d5/ideas-de-swing

Lola Jaquotot, responsable de renta variable en Finaccess Value Agencia de Valores, nos presenta la estrategia Finaccess Compromiso Social Europa. Sobre el estado del mercado, después de todas las políticas de Trump y los acuerdos ahora alcanzados, la invitada piensa que “después de la volatilidad volvemos al punto de partida”. Además añade que “los índices europeos otra vez superando máximos anuales y en Wall Street con el Nasdaq recuperando un 20%. Otro de los temas que condicionan al mercado es la decisión de tipos de la Reserva Federal. Sobre esto, Lola Jaquotot opina que “ese mantenimiento de tipos y sobre todo la decisión de decir que no hay urgencia para reanudar con los recortes de tipos se vio reforzado por el dato de IPC”. Asegura que “en Estados Unidos no hay mayor presión para bajar tipos”. Desde Finaccess Value Agencia de Valores piensan que el mercado se va a centrar en los datos macro y en los resultados empresariales. ¿Cómo es la estrategia Finaccess Compromiso Social Europa? Es un fondo que tiene como objetivo inversiones sostenibles que buscan contribuir al desarrollo sostenible, inclusivo e igualitario, invirtiendo en compañías que hacen grandes apuestas por el compromiso social. Lola Jaquotot nos explica que “es un fondo que es de renta variable pura europea, que tiene que pasar unos criterios exigentes con compañías que tienen un gran impacto social”.

In this episode, we explore the crucial disconnect between national infection prevention and control (IPC) guidelines and the local policies implemented in residential aged care (RAC) facilities. Brett and Martin talk to Dr Sanne Peters and Dr Kirsty Buising about their recent paper that reports on their recent analysis using the AACTT (Action, Actor, Context, Target, Time) behavioural framework, which reveals a lack of alignment and specificity in many local IPC documents. We discuss: Why well-intentioned policies often fail to drive behaviour The implications of vague IPC statements in high-risk environments How local RAC settings can better translate national guidelines into actionable, behaviourally specific practices The role of co-design, leadership, and implementation science in bridging the gap The paper we discuss: Peters S, Lim LL, Francis JJ, Bennett N, Fetherstonhaugh D, Buising K, et al. Analysis of infection prevention and control documentation in residential aged care based on a behaviour specification framework. Infect Dis Health 2025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.idh.2025.03.002.

In this episode, we explore the crucial disconnect between national infection prevention and control (IPC) guidelines and the local policies implemented in residential aged care (RAC) facilities. Brett and Martin talk to Dr Sanne Peters and Dr Kirsty Buising about their recent paper that reports on their recent analysis using the AACTT (Action, Actor, Context, Target, Time) behavioural framework, which reveals a lack of alignment and specificity in many local IPC documents. We discuss: Why well-intentioned policies often fail to drive behaviour The implications of vague IPC statements in high-risk environments How local RAC settings can better translate national guidelines into actionable, behaviourally specific practices The role of co-design, leadership, and implementation science in bridging the gap The paper we discuss: Peters S, Lim LL, Francis JJ, Bennett N, Fetherstonhaugh D, Buising K, et al. Analysis of infection prevention and control documentation in residential aged care based on a behaviour specification framework. Infect Dis Health 2025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.idh.2025.03.002.

Aquest dimarts va tenir lloc una vista als jutjats de Balaguer entre la Paeria i els regants de la Séquia del Cup pel conflicte del subministrament d’aigua. La ciutat continua captan aigua de la sèquia després que la paera en cap, Lorena González signes un decret a l’abril del l’any passat per retirar la pala instal•lada pels regants per evitar que la ciutat es quedes sense aigua. Els regants continuen exigint que la Paeria pagui els 40 mil euros que li correspon pel manteniment de la infraestructura. La Paeria va avançar que està treballant en una nova captació d’aigua al riu Del 14 al 17 de maig Balaguer acull la 8a edició de Jazz al Pati, la Mostra Internacional per a joves intèrprets. Durant aquest dies es faran diferents audicions per als centres educatius a més del concerts al vespre al pati de l’Escola Municipal de Música. La programació començarà aquest dimecres a les vuit del vespre amb la proposta de Cine fòrum ‘Posa una big band a la teva vida La inflació a Catalunya es modera una dècima a l’abril i se situa en el 2,1%. Al conjunt de l’Estat, l’IPC va ser del 2,2% pel descens dels preus del gas i de l’electricitat Ros preveu un increment de la conflictivitat laboral a Catalunya si no es tramita la reducció de jornada. El líder d’UGT es reunirà amb Turull per acostar posicions després que Junts anunciés una esmena a la totalitat El Patronat de Turisme defensa la feina del sector per fer de Lleida el millor lloc per viure-hi i per tenir “pobles plens de vida”. En una jornada a la seu del Col•legi d’Economistes de Catalunya que ha permès debatre sobre els reptes de futur del turisme a la demarcació Unió de Pagesos amenaça amb mobilitzacions si el Govern no destina més recursos a combatre els danys de la fauna. El sindicat agrari es queixa d’inactivitat des que va finalitzar l’emergència cinegètica per la sobrepoblació de conills Alumnat de primària de la Noguera, l’Urgell i el Pla d’Urgell exposen els seu projectes de recerca als Encontres de Petits Talents Científics. Hi han participat 13 docents i 325 alumnes de 6 centres educatius que exposaran els proyectes aquest dimecres 14 de maig a CaixaForum Lleida Foradada organitza unes jornades de memòria històrica amb la presentació d’un llibre i la inauguració de la senyalització de les fortificacions de la Serra del Munt Photonit tornarà a posar en valor el cel de la Noguera amb comunicacions, tallers i visites guiades del 30 de maig a l’1 de juny. L’objectiu és potenciar l’astronomia com un recurs cultural i turístic d’una comarca que compta amb un cel certificat Starlight i amb equipaments com el Parc Astronòmic del Montsec La companyia lleidatana Campi Qui Pugui comença la gira internacional d’enguany, que inclou actuacions a la Expo Universal que es celebra a Osaka, Japó i altres novetats Esports Ivan Menchon i Montserrat Inglavaga, guanyadors absoluts de la 7a Cursa de la Serp a La Sentiu de SióDescarregar àudio (35:48 min / 16 MB)

Prime Minister Mark Carney's new cabinet is sworn in at Rideau Hall. Honda postponing a $15 billion electric vehicle project in Canada due in part to US tariffs. US President Donald Trump has landed in Saudi Arabia for day one of 3 day trip to Middle East. Half a million people Gaza in danger of starvation, according to global authority on hunger, IPC. Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte appears to have been elected mayor in his home city. Lawyers for Eric and Lyle Menendez will ask a Los Angeles court for their sentences to be reduced. 

In this episode, our hosts chat with Dr. Rebecca Crapanzano-Sigafoos and Frankie Catalfumo about APIC's updated CAUTI Implementation Guide and the collaborative efforts behind it. They share the guide's origins and what inspired the guide, highlight key prevention strategies, and debunk some common misconceptions about CAUTI in healthcare. Tune in to hear the discussion about real-world implementation challenges, the distinction between essential and additional practices, and how the new tools were designed to enhance process improvement. Get inspired to “partner harder” and strengthen your IP practice! Hosted by: Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPIC and Lerenza L. Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB About our Guests: Rebecca (Becca) Crapanzano-Sigafoos, DrPH, CIC, FAPIC (previously Bartles) Rebecca (Becca) Crapanzano-Sigafoos, DrPH, CIC, FAPIC is the Executive Director of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Prevention (APIC)'s Center for Research, Practice, and Innovation (CRPI). Becca has practiced Infection Prevention and Infectious Disease Epidemiology for the last 20 years in a variety of healthcare settings and has numerous publications focused on infection prevention staffing and endoscope safety. She received both her BS in Public Health, Health Education and her MPH in Epidemiology from East TN State University. She completed her Doctorate in Public Health in 2021 with a dissertation topic of “Assessing efficacy of an evidence-based Clostridiodes difficile screening tool using electronic medical record data.” She has been CIC certified since 2008 and is an APIC fellow. Most notably, though, Becca is the mother of six amazing daughters, ages 10-27. Frankie Catalfumo, MPH, CIC, CRCS Frankie Catalfumo, MPH, CIC, CRCST is the Director of Practice Guidance and Health Equity at APIC in their Center for Research, Practice, and Innovation (CRPI). Frankie is an infection preventionist with more than 10 years of experience leading collaborative initiatives within acute healthcare and the federal government. In his current role, he oversees the development of practice guidance tools that are meaningful to the association's membership. He also leads investigative work regarding the relationship between health equity and infection prevention. Prior to joining APIC, Frankie led infection prevention initiatives at Inova Health System, the Johns Hopkins Hospital, the Department of Defense, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. From the global HIV epidemic to the threat of multi-drug resistant bacteria, all infectious agents prompt the need for effective prevention and control measures. Frankie is board-certified in infection control (CIC) and in sterile processing (CRCST). Resource: CAUTI Implementation Guide

En este episodio analizamos los movimientos clave tras la apertura de Wall Street: • Wall Street toma ganancias tras el rally: Futuros en rojo: $SPX -0.2%, $US100 -0.3%, $INDU -0.4%. El mercado modera su impulso tras la euforia del lunes por la tregua arancelaria. Los inversionistas se enfocan en el IPC de abril, con expectativas de inflación estable cerca de 2.4% anual. La Fed tendría espacio para recortar tasas si los precios siguen contenidos. • Amazon reconfigura su logística: $AMZN firmó acuerdo con $FDX para asumir entregas dejadas por $UPS. FedEx ofrecerá soporte a la red de paquetes XL desde 2025. UPS recortará 20,000 empleos, cerrará 73 centros y busca ahorrar $3.5B. FedEx subió 1% en after-hours. • Trump prepara megaacuerdos militares en Medio Oriente: EE.UU. aprobó venta de armas por $1.45B a EAU. El paquete incluye helicópteros de $BA y equipos de $LMT y $HON. Trump viajará a Arabia Saudita, Qatar y EAU para cerrar acuerdos por hasta $1T e inversiones en EE.UU. por $2B. Un episodio con el foco en logística, defensa y señales clave para inflación y tasas. ¡No te lo pierdas!

Julián Coca, gestor del fondo Alinea Global, da su opinión sobre el dato de IPC en Estados Unidos y analiza la cotización de UnitedHealth, Boeing, Coinbase y Under Armour.

IPC en EEUU, ZEW en Alemania y vistazo al dólar y a los últimos pasos del Banco de Japón. Con Olivia Álvarez, de Afi.

Hoy hemos tenido nueva colocación de letras por parte del tesoro de EE.UU., con la vista precisamente n el IPC del mes de abril del país. Con Cristina Gavín, responsable de renta fija de Ibercaja Gestión.

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En el capítulo 855 de este martes, 13 de mayo, @franaldaya te cuenta sobre el upgrade que informó este lunes Fitch, cómo podría ser la estrategia para acumular reservas y el alivio global en los mercados, Además, Belén Escobar con el #DatoEconómico de la semana, hoy anticipando el IPC de abril.

Análisis con Renta 4 Banco en Cierre de Mercados en el que preguntamos a Alvaro Arístegui cómo está viendo el mercado en un momento de gran actividad en la diplomacia comercial. A las buenas noticias de ayer en el frente geopolítico "hoy se ha unido el buen dato de inflación en Estados Unidos", según Arístegui. El dato de IPC de abril, que repuntado menos de lo esperado por tercer mes consecutivo, devuelve al índice S&P 500 a terreno positivo en lo que va de 2025. ACS Y GRIFOLS En el Análisis con Renta 4 Banco, comentamos con el experto los resultados de ACS, que "han superado nuestras expectativas... a nivel de ingresos y Ebitda". Arístegui destaca la buena evolución de la filial estadounidense Turner. Su beneficio mejoró un 72,2%, hasta los 100 millones de euros y se consolidó como el segmento de actividad que más creció y más aportó a las cuentas del grupo. Renta 4 mantiene la recomendaci´n de "mantener" en cartera las acciones de ACS. Asimismo, comentamos con Renta 4 Banco, los resutlados de Grifols, presentados ayer al cierre. La compañía al igual que el resto del sector farmacéutico español ha presentado "unos resultados muy positivos", a pesar de la nueva regulación en Estados Unidos. Los ingresos ascendieron a 1.786 millones de euros, con un crecimiento del 7,4% reportado y del 10,0% en términos comparables sin incluir el impacto de la Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) de Estados Unidos. CARTERA DE LOS CINCO GRANDES Por último, en la cartera de los Cinco Grandes, Renta 4 Banco decidido sacar a Indra sustituyéndola por un ETF del Ibex. "Nuestra cartera de los Cinco Grandes nos está incluso sorprendiendo a nosotros mismos. Llevamos una revalorización en cuatro meses de aproximadamente el 38%, que son 20 puntos porcentuales por encima de la revalorización del Ibex". La cartera la completan Iberdrola, Almiral, Cellnex y Unicaja.

Episode Summary Afreenish Amir, Ph.D., Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Project Director at the National Institute of Health in Pakistan, highlights significant increases in extensively drug-resistant typhoid and cholera cases in Pakistan and discusses local factors driving AMR in Asia. She describes the development and implementation of a National Action Plan to combat AMR in a developing country, emphasizing the importance of rational antimicrobial use, surveillance and infection control practice. Ashley's Biggest Takeaways AMR is a global and One Health issue. Pakistan has a huge disease burden of AMR. Contributing factors include, but are not limited to, overcrowding, lack of infection control practices, poor waste management practices and over-the-counter prescription practices. Promoting the rational use of antimicrobials is imperative at all levels—from tertiary care to primary care practitioners. Typhoid and cholera are high-burden infections in Pakistan, with typhoid being a year-round issue and cholera being seasonal. A holistic approach, involving various sectors and disciplines, is necessary in order to address the global AMR threat. Amir highlights the need for better communication and collaboration to bridge gaps and build trust between different organizations. Featured Quotes: I've been working at the National Institutes of Health for the last 7 years now. So, I've been engaged in the development and the implementation of the national action plan on AMR, and that gave me the opportunity to explore the work in the field of antimicrobial resistance. Reality of AMR in Pakistan [Pakistan] is an LMIC, and we have a huge disease burden of antimicrobial resistance in the country right now. A few years back, there was a situational analysis conducted, and that has shown that there is presence of a large number of resistant pathogens within the country. And National Institutes of Health, they have started a very standardized surveillance program based upon the global antimicrobial use and surveillance system back in 2017. And [those datasets have] generated good evidence about the basic statistics of AMR within the country. So, for example, if I talk about the extensively drug-resistant typhoid, typhoid is very much prevalent in the country. Our data shows that in 2017 there were 18% MDR typhoid cases through the surveillance data. And in 2021 it was like 60%. So that has shown that how the resistance has increased a lot. A number of challenges are associated with this kind of a thing, overcrowded hospitals, poor infection prevention and control (IPC) measures. So, there is AMR within the country—there's a huge burden—and we are trying to look for the better solutions.  Local Factors Driving AMR Bacteria, they do not know the borders. We have a close connection with the other Asian countries, and we have a long border connected with the 2 big countries, which are Afghanistan and India and Bangladesh and China. So, we see that it's not limited to 1 area. It's not regional. It's also a history of travel. When the people travel from one area to the other, they carry the pathogen as a colonizer or as a carrier, and they can infect [other] people. So, it's really connected, and it's really alarming as well. You never know how the disease is transmitted, and we have the biggest example of COVID—how things have spread from 1 country to the other, and how it has resulted in a massive pandemic. AMR is similar. We have seen that it's not limited to 1 region. We are part of this global community, and we are contributing somehow to the problem. First, I'll talk about the health care infrastructure. We do have the capacities in the hospitals, but still, there's a huge population. Pakistan is a thickly populated country. It's a population of around 241 million. And with the increasing population, we see that the infrastructure has not developed this much. So now the existing hospitals are overcrowded, and this has led to poor infection control practices within the hospitals. The staff is not there. In fact, ID consultants are not available in all the hospitals. Infection control nurses are not available in all the hospitals. So, this is one of the main areas that we see, that there is a big challenge. The other thing that can contribute is the poor waste management practices. Some of the hospitals—private and public sectors—they are following the waste management guidelines—even the laboratories. But many of the hospitals are not following the guidelines. And you know that AMR is under one health. So, whatever waste comes from the hospital eventually goes to the environment, and then from there to the animal sector and to the human sector. [Another big] problem that we are seeing is the over-the-counter prescription of antimicrobials. There is no regulation available in the country right now to control the over-the-counter prescription of antibiotics. They are easily available. People are taking the antibiotics without a prescription from the doctors, and the pharmacist is giving the patients any kind of medicine. And either it is effective/not effective, it's a falsified, low-quality antibiotic for how long in duration antibiotic should be taken. So, there are multiple of things or reasons that we see behind this issue of AMR. Rational Use of Antimicrobials It is a complex process how we manage this thing, but what we are closely looking at in the country right now is that we promote the rational use of antimicrobials at all levels—not only at the tertiary care levels, but also at the general practitioner level. They are the first point of contact for the patients, with the doctors, with the clinicians. So, at this point, I think the empirical treatment needs to be defined, and they need to understand the importance of this, their local antibiograms, what are the local trends? What are the patterns? And they need to prescribe according to those patterns. And very recently, the AWaRE classification of WHO, that is a big, big support in identifying the rational use of antimicrobials—Access, Watch and Reserve list—that should be propagated and that should be understood by all the general practitioners. And again, I must say that it's all connected with the regulations. There should be close monitoring of all the antibiotic prescriptions, and that can help to control the issue of AMR. National Action Plan on AMR So, when I joined NIH, the National Election plan had already been developed. It was back in 2017, and we have a good senior hierarchy who has been working on it very closely for a long period of time. So, the Global Action Plan on AMR, that has been our guiding document for the development of the national action plan on AMR, and we are following the 5 strategic objectives proposed in the global action plan. The five areas included: The promotion of advocacy and awareness in the community and health care professionals. To generate evidence through the data, through the surveillance systems. Generation of support toward infection prevention and control services IPC. Promoting the use of antimicrobials both in the human sector and the animal sector, but under the concept of stewardship, antimicrobial consumption and utilization. Invest in the research and vaccine and development. So, these are some of the guiding principles for us to develop the National Action Plan, and it has already been developed. And it's a very comprehensive approach, I must say. And our institute has started working on it, basically towards recreating awareness and advocacy. And we have been successful in creating advocacy and awareness at a mass level. Surveillance We have a network of Sentinel surveillance laboratories engaged with us, and they are sharing the data with NIH on a regular basis, and this is helping NIH to understand the basic trends on AMR and what is happening. And eventually we plan to go towards this case-based surveillance as well, but this is definitely going to take some time because to make people understand the importance of surveillance, this is the first thing. And very recently, the Institute and country has started working towards the hospital acquired infection surveillance as well. So, this is a much-needed approach, because the lab and the hospital go hand in hand, like whatever is happening in the lab, they eventually reach the patients who are in the hospitals. Wastewater surveillance is the key. You are very right. Our institute has done some of the work toward typhoid and cholera wastewater surveillance, and we were trying to identify the sources where we are getting these kinds of pathogens. These are all enteric pathogens. They are the key source for the infection. And for the wastewater surveillance mechanism, we can say that we have to engage multiple stakeholders in this development process. It's not only the laboratory people at NIH, but we need to have a good epidemiologist. We need to have all the water agencies, like the public health engineering departments, the PCRWR, the environmental protection agencies who are working with all these wastewater sites. So, we need to connect with them to make a good platform and to make this program in a more robust fashion. Pathogens and Disease Burdon For cholera and typhoid within Pakistan, I must say these are the high burden infections or diseases that we are seeing. For typhoid, the burden is quite high. We have seen a transition from the multidrug-resistant pathogens to the extensively drug-resistant pathogens, which now we are left with only azithromycin and the carbapenems. So, the burden is high. And when we talk about cholera, it is present in the country, but many of the times it is seasonal. It comes in during the time of the small zone rains and during the time of floods. So, every year, during this time, there are certain outbreaks that we have seen in different areas of the country. So, both diseases are there, but typhoid is like all year long—we see number of cases coming up—and for cholera, it's mainly seasonal. Capacity Building and ASM's Global Public Health Programs Capacity building is a key to everything, I must say, [whether] you talk about the training or development of materials. I've been engaged with ASM for quite some time. I worked to develop a [One Health] poster in the local language to create awareness about zoonotic diseases. So, we have targeted the 6 zoonotic diseases, including the anthrax, including the Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever and influenza. And we have generated a very user-friendly kind of layout in the local language, trying to teach people about the source of transmission. What are the routes of transmission, if we talk about the CCHF? And then how this can be prevented. So, this was one approach. And then I was engaged with the development of the Learnamr.com. This is online platform with 15 different e-modules within it, and we have covered different aspects—talking about the basic bacteriology toward the advanced, standardized methods, and we have talked about the national and global strategies [to combat] AMR, One Health aspects of AMR, vaccines. So, it's a huge platform, and I'm really thankful to ASM for supporting the program for development. And it's an online module. I have seen that there are around more than 500 subscribers to this program right now, and people are learning, and they are giving good feedback to the program as well. We keep on improving ourselves, but the good thing is that people are learning, and they are able to understand the basic concepts on AMR. Links for This Episode: Experts Discuss One Health in Pakistan: Biosafety Education Inside and Outside the Lab.  Explore ASM's Global Public Health Programs.  Download poster about zoonotic disease in English or Urdu.  Progress on the national action plan of Pakistan on antimicrobial resistance (AMR): A narrative review and the implications.  Global diversity and antimicrobial resistance of typhoid fever pathogens: insights from 13,000 Salmonella Typhi genomes.  Wastewater based environmental surveillance of toxigenic Vibrio cholerae in Pakistan.  Point Prevalence Survey of Antimicrobial Use in Selected Tertiary Care Hospitals of Pakistan Using WHO Methodology: Results and Inferences.  Overcoming the challenges of antimicrobial resistance in developing countries.  Take the MTM listener survey! 

Sovereignty won against Journalism in the 2025 Kentucky Derby this week! Pundits in Israel and all over the world are reading into this historic win.  On today's show, we explore the widely reported famine in Gaza and question whether or not there is any starvation there. The media and USAID has been claiming a famine in Gaza since the early days of the war, despite the UN-affiliated IPC not backing up their claims. Meanwhile, a real famine in Sudan, confirmed in August 2024, has received little to no coverage. We also examine reports of aid mismanagement by Hamas, disputed death tolls, and compare Gaza's hunger data to US malnutrition stats. From pallets of food spotted in Gaza to media trust in Hamas-released numbers, on today's show, we ask: what's real, and what's narrative warfare? Plus, we dive into Trump's upcoming trip to Saudi Arabia, major regional investments, and escalating tensions with Iran. Stay tuned as we cut through the noise to get to the truth. Follow The Israel Guys on Telegram: https://t.me/theisraelguys  Follow Us On X: https://x.com/theisraelguys  Follow Us On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theisraelguys Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theisraelguys

Reaksie word ontvang op die aankondiging dat die nuwe distrikshospitaal wat vir Havana in die hoofstad beplan word, nou 3,2 miljard Namibiese dollar sal beloop, ongeveer 300 miljoen dollar meer as wat aanvanklik verwag is. Die parlementêre leier van die opposisie IPC, Imms Nashinge sê die regering moet uiters versigtig wees dat dit nie ‘n projek is waar almal iets vir homself kan vat nie.

Take 10 with Tim – May 2, 2025 – 7:00/6:00 amMicrosoft Teams:PodcastFriday, May 2, 20257:00 AM - 8:30 AMhttps://teams.live.com/meet/9344301938391?p=FbWCGwzXFMz4LKSw4a1.Closers have once again been the bane of many fantasy managers' existence. I know I'm struggling. I have excellent teams in a couple of leagues, but my closers suck or are hurt. Last Sunday, I spent a fortune on Will Vest in Detroit as it looked like he had the job. Now, maybe he doesn't.a.What's your advice for me and others who are struggling?b.Should managers go for the hot potential closer like Vest or instead spend less on setup guys?2.Potential young breakout pitchers. Who are you buying? We will talk about each and then I'll have you order them in how you like them for the rest of the season and then their careers?a.Brandon Pfaadt (AZ, age=26, rank=18) – 6 GS, 5 wins, 2.78 ERA, 1.12 WHIP, 29Ks/4BB in 35.2 IPb.Jesus Luzardo (PHI, 27, 15) – 6 GS, 3 wins, 1.73 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, 41K/10BB in 36.1 IPc.McKenzie Gore (Was, 26, 26) – 7 GS, 2 wins, 3.51 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, 59K/9BB in 41 IPd.Max Meyer (Mia, 26, 37) – 6 GS, 2 wins, 3.18 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, 47K/11BB in 34 IPe.Casey Mize (Det, 28, 42) – 5 GS, 4 wins, 2.12 ERA, 1.05 WHIP, 23K/7BB in 29.2 IP3.Potential young breakout pitchers. Who are you buying? We will talk about each and then I'll have you order them in how you like them for the rest of the season and then their careers?a.Pete Crow Armstrong (CHC, 23, 10) - 6 HR, 12 SB, 23 runs, 21 RBI, .315 BAb.Tyler Soderstrom (ATH, 23, 50) – 9 HR, 1 SB, 20 runs, 24 RBI, .349 BAc.Spencer Torkelson (Det, 25, 65) – 8 HR, 1 SB, 20 runs, 24 RBI, .359 BAd.Wilyer Abreu (Bos, 25, 78) – 6 HR, 4 SB, 18 runs, 21 RBI, .295 BAe.Ben Rice (NYY, 26, 113) – 8 HR, 2 SB, 22 runs, 13 RBI, .266 BA4.In doing the research for the potential breakouts, two players caught my eye. What do you think about these two:a.JP Sears (ATH, 29, 33) – 6 GS, 4 wins, 2.94 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, 30K/6BB in 33.2 IPb.Griffin Canning (NYM, 28, 40) – 6 GS, 4 wins, 2.61 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, 31K/14BB in 31 IP5.Lance McCullers Jr (Remember him?) will make his 2025 debut on Sunday against the White Sox. I'm assuming you have to start him, but is there anything there with this kid or is it impossible to tell?a.Ranger Suarez also makes his debut on Sunday against the Diamondbacks. Are you starting him?b.ROS – McCullers or Suarez?6.Over/Under gamea.Aaron Judge: AL MVP – more yes or nob.Oneil Cruz: 1st round pick in 2026 – more yes or noc.Corbin Carroll: 25-25 seasond.Kyle Manzardo: 30 HRse.MacKenzie Gore: 200 strikeouts – 11 were over 200 in 20247.What hitter are you targeting for this week's FAAB?8.What pitcher are you targeting for this week's FAAB?

ha descartado red eléctrica que dice que tenemos que reforzar nuestras conexiones con Francia, veremos. El ocio sube de precio y la cultura también, son algunas de las cosas que sabemos de los datos del IPC de marzo que se cerró en el 2,2%, eso es una décima menos que el anterior, es decir, los precios bajan un pelín en general, sobre todo porque ha bajado la electricidad y la gasolina en este tiempo. A lo mejor con suerte lo has notado. Anoche vimos la catedral de la Almudena en Madrid llena de fieles y de representantes públicos por la misa funeral que ofició el Cardenal Arzobispo de Madrid, ...

Lo analizamos con Joaquín Robles, director de Ventas de banco BIG. Hablamos del PIB del primer trimestre en EE.UU y de la eurozona, el IPC de Alemania y el Banco Popular de China.

Lo analizamos con Joaquín Robles, director de Ventas de banco BIG. Hablamos del PIB del primer trimestre en EE.UU y de la eurozona, el IPC de Alemania y el Banco Popular de China.

Lo analizamos con Joaquín Robles, director de Ventas de banco BIG. Hablamos del PIB del primer trimestre en EE.UU y de la eurozona, el IPC de Alemania y el Banco Popular de China.

Arce Catacora establece incremento del salario mínimo del 10% y al salario base del 5%. Nunca ha quedado claro si estos incrementos -así como el doble aguinaldo- son porque la economía ha crecido o para que crezca, pero si acaso este incremento estimulara la economía, ¿por qué no lo incrementaron entonces en 25%, 57%? El incremento va a provocar mayor presión sobre el tipo de cambio, mayor subida de precios del IPC, más escasez y desabastecimiento, más déficit fiscal, mayor desempleo, mayor informalidad, menores márgenes empresariales, mayor cierre de empresas, sobre todo de mipymes, precipitando la economía y haciendo todavía más urgente el cambio de gobierno y de política económica. ________________ Encuéntrame en más redes: Web: http://riosmauricio.com​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/riosmauricio​​​​ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/riosmauricio​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/riosmauriciocom​ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/riosmauricio

Meer inligting is bekend oor die standpunt van die IPC se skadu geslagsminister Lilian Lutuhezi oor die aanstelling van oud-landbouminister Mac Hengari. In ‘n verklaring sê sy die skandaal is bewys dat die regering versuim om vroueregte te beskerm. Lilian Lutuhezi Maandag Een

Die Independent Patriots for Change maak alarm oor wat hy as 'n grondwetlike krisis in die parlement bestempel. Hy beskuldig Swapo daarvan dat hy toesig monopoliseer deur agt uit nege Nasionale Vergadering-komiteevoorsitterskappe te beklee wat slegs die Openbare Rekeninge-komitee onder opposisiebeheer laat. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het met die IPC-hoofsweep, Rodney Cloete, gepraat.

Verskeie nuwe parlementslede het in hul nooienstoesprake die voorgestelde begroting gekritiseer. John-Louw Mouton, die IPC se skaduminister van inligting- en kommunikasietegnologie, sê daar word nie genoeg voorsiening gemaak vir sagteware infrastruktuur nie. Mouton het ook die inligtingministerie se S&T-toewysing bevraagteken.

Die leier van die opposisie in die parlement, die IPC se Imms Nashinge, het sy nooienstoespraak in die Nasionale Vergadering gelewer. Hy sê daar sal nie botsings tussen hom en IPC-leier Panduleni Itula wees nie. Volgens hom sal die party eerder botsings met korrupsie en armoede hê.

IPC APEX 2025 is bringing unprecedented opportunities for electronics industry professionals to shape the future of manufacturing. In this exclusive interview, IPC President & CEO Dr. John Mitchell reveals how this event combines standards development, technical innovation, and powerful networking opportunities under one roof. Learn why both seasoned professionals and emerging engineers should attend this transformative industry gathering.   From evolving workforce development initiatives to cutting-edge technical sessions on AI, advanced packaging, and EV power electronics, discover how IPC APEX 2025 is addressing the industry's most pressing challenges. Dr. Mitchell shares insights on new features like the Learning Lounge and explains how attendees can maximize their experience across standards meetings, professional development courses, and the exhibition floor.  

In this episode, an IPC analysis reveals the highest number ever recorded of acutely food insecure populations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo due to conflict, economic instability and surging food prices; sustainable water management is essential to feed Europe and Central Asia and build resilience against climate change, shows a UN report co-authored by FAO; and the Food Price Index remains stable in March.  Producer: Heriberto Araujo, Ruki Inoshita, Flora Trouilloud Presenter: Ruki Inoshita Sound: Eric Deleu Editorial supervision: Ho Tszmei ©FAO/ Alessandra Benedetti

What happens when women bring their authentic selves to male-dominated technical fields? Transformative leadership emerges.At APEX 2025, I spoke with Jody Urquhart, the standup comedian and motivation speaker giving the keynote at IPC's Women in Electronics Reception, about her provocatively titled message, "This Would Be Funny If It Wasn't Happening to Me". Rather than adapting to traditional expectations, Jody advocates for women to leverage their natural strengths—empathy, emotional intelligence, and deep understanding—as competitive advantages in technical environments.The conversation unpacks a remarkable success story: a junior female engineer who rose to lead a major automotive facility simply by connecting authentically with her boss while male colleagues missed opportunities by prioritizing social dynamics over meaningful connection. This illustrates Jody's central thesis that belonging isn't about fitting in but about showing up as your complete self.We explore the business case for diversity beyond quotas or representation. As one design leader pointedly asked, "How could you design a product where 50% of the consumers are female without women on your team?" The answer lies in recognizing that diverse perspectives directly impact product quality and market success.Drawing from her background in stand-up comedy, Jody creates transformative experiences for organizations by helping teams recognize unconscious patterns—poor listening, disregarding others, procrastination—without triggering defensiveness. Her most profound insight may be that "the way you lead yourself is the same way you lead others," suggesting that self-compassion directly influences leadership effectiveness.Ready to discover how bringing your authentic self to work can transform your organization? Listen now and share your thoughts on how empathy becomes a superpower in technical fields.EMS@C-Level Live at APEX is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com)EMS@C-Level is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com) You can see video versions of all of the EMS@C-Level pods on our YouTube playlist.

NOTE: This show was recorded on April 8th, days after President Trump's "Liberation Day" Tariffs had been announced, but before a 90 day pause was applied to those same reciprocal tariffs, apart from those on China. The comments and opinions reflect this point in time.Sweeping tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical tensions have manufacturers worldwide questioning their next move. What happens when no one can predict tomorrow's trade landscape? In this premiere episode of MADE IN EUROPE, an IPC Podcast, host Philip Stoten dives deep with Bo Lybaek of GPV Group A/S and Markus Aschenbrenner of Zollner Elektronik AG into the challenges facing EMS companies and their customers as they navigate the unpredictable waters of global trade tensions. Far from just reacting to headlines, these industry leaders reveal their strategic approaches to uncertainty."Most important thing is to stay calm, follow what is happening, and be agile when needed," shares Bo Lybaek, capturing the measured response many manufacturers are taking while awaiting clarity. Yet beneath this wait-and-see approach lies sophisticated preparation – from comprehensive supply chain data modeling to strategic global footprint development that has been years in the making and continues to be an imperative.The conversation reveals how current disruptions are accelerating an existing trend toward "region for region" manufacturing – a localized approach that provides greater resilience against cross-border complications. Both Bo and Markus offer fascinating insights into how they've built truly global operations that maintain agility through shared equipment platforms, standardized processes, and most importantly, consistent corporate culture.Perhaps most compelling is their perspective on Europe's position in this changing landscape. As Markus Aschenbrenner notes, "We need a strong European Union with real value for others to negotiate with." This includes not just the recently announced infrastructure investments, but critically, reducing bureaucracy that hinders competitiveness.Join us for this thought-provoking discussion that goes beyond tariff headlines to explore how leading manufacturers are building resilience in uncertain times. Subscribe to MADE IN EUROPE now to hear more insights from European manufacturing leaders in future episodes.MADE IN EUROPE is an IPC podcast, produced by SCOOP and hosted by Philip Stoten. Learn more about the IPC and their activities in Europe at https://www.ipc.org/europeEMS@C-Level is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com)EMS@C-Level is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com) You can see video versions of all of the EMS@C-Level pods on our YouTube playlist.

En este episodio, repasamos los temas más críticos del día: • Wall Street pierde impulso: Tras el rally histórico del miércoles ($SPX +9.52%, $US100 +12.16%), los futuros vuelven al rojo: $SPX -2.2%, $US100 -2.4%, $INDU -1.6%. Trump pausó aranceles para 75 países, pero subió al 125% los de China. Hoy se esperan el IPC de marzo y jobless claims. • Trump reactiva la industria naval: Orden ejecutiva impulsa construcción naval con incentivos fiscales y aranceles a barcos chinos. Elon Musk liderará equipo de eficiencia para revisar fragatas, submarinos y puertos. Se auditarán planes clave como los rompehielos árticos. • UE negociará GNL para evitar aranceles: La Unión Europea podría aumentar compras de gas natural licuado a EE.UU. para calmar tensiones con Trump. Se busca balancear el comercio sin comprometer la transición verde. Bruselas acelerará permisos para proyectos energéticos. • Waymo se expande a Tokio: $GOOGL inicia pruebas con 25 vehículos manuales para mapear calles japonesas. Se alía con Nihon Kotsu y la app GO. Es su primera exploración internacional, sumándose a sus operaciones en EE.UU. Un episodio para entender la fragilidad de los mercados y los nuevos frentes tecnológicos, geopolíticos y energéticos que se están abriendo. ¡No te lo pierdas!

A fascinating glimpse into the rapidly shifting landscape of global electronics manufacturing reveals dramatic contrasts between regional approaches and priorities. From India's emergence as the "poster child" for end-to-end electronics ecosystems to Europe's struggles with cohesive industrial policies, this conversation with IPC's Sanjay Huprikar, filmed on location at APEX 2025, illuminates the complex challenges and opportunities facing our industry.India stands at the precipice of transformational growth, with major semiconductor investments, a flourishing EMS sector, and revitalized PCB fabrication capabilities potentially creating a market of a billion consumers. Meanwhile, European electronics companies face a mixed landscape – dwindling PCB manufacturers but relatively robust EMS providers, increased defense spending, but a critical missing element: "a cohesive policy around how electronics manufacturing fits in the industrial base."The conversation highlights IPC's impact and influence across the world and Europe in particular, growing from a team of two to ten professionals driving unprecedented engagement with executives, engineers, and workforce development initiatives. European leaders are increasingly recognized within IPC, earning President's Awards and Board positions while strengthening the organization's truly global perspective. The UK's strong aerospace and defense focus has made it second only to the US in IPC certifications, demonstrating the critical importance of standards and training in high-reliability applications.Looking forward, IPC's ambitious agenda includes aerospace-focused events with Airbus and the European Space Agency, EMS Leadership Summits in the UK and Paris, and continued advocacy for comprehensive industrial policies that integrate electronics manufacturing strategies with workforce development, regulatory frameworks, and economic initiatives. These efforts address the universal concerns we all share – from responsible AI implementation to talent development and navigating political uncertainty. As Sanjay  notes, IPC is fundamentally about "interconnection" – bringing diverse stakeholders together to solve our industry's most pressing challenges.EMS@C-Level Live at APEX is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com)EMS@C-Level is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com) You can see video versions of all of the EMS@C-Level pods on our YouTube playlist.

How do infection prevention strategies vary across the globe? In this episode, Kelly Holmes and Lerenza Howard talk with infection control experts Dr. Filippo Medioli from Italy and Dr. Tatiana Izakovic from Slovakia. They explore how cultural attitudes, institutional policies, and limited resources shape infection control efforts worldwide. The conversation also compares how hospitals in different countries train and staff their infection prevention teams. Key topics include antimicrobial stewardship, the lasting impact of COVID-19 on protocols, and how innovations like AI and diagnostic stewardship are transforming the fight against healthcare-associated infections. Don't miss this vital conversation! Hosted by: Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPIC and Lerenza L. Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB About our Guests: Filippo Medioli, MD Born in Milan, Dr. Filippo Medioli is an Infectious Diseases Specialist at Humanitas Research Hospital in Italy and a PhD Candidate at the same institution. His expertise extends to antimicrobial stewardship and clinical infectious diseases, reflected in his role as an ad hoc member of the ESGAP Executive Committee. Dr. Medioli has broadened his international experience through a clinical observership at Hospital Universitario Virgen del Rocío (HUVM) in Seville, Spain, from May to July 2024. Additionally, he serves as the Network Officer for the Trainee Association of European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases or ESCMID, beginning in April 2024, fostering collaboration among early-career infectious disease specialists. In his free time, he enjoys expressing his creativity through painting and drawing. Tatiana Izakovic, MD, MHA, CIC Tatiana Izakovic, MD, MHA, CIC is an experienced hospital epidemiologist and infection control specialist. She is currently a PhD candidate at Comenius University School of Medicine, where she also serves as an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Hygiene. Dr. Izakovic has held leadership roles in infection prevention and hospital epidemiology, including serving as a hospital epidemiologist at Hospital Bory and as an infection control consultant. She is an active member of international professional organizations, including ESCMID and APIC, where she sits on the Communications Committee. Her research and presentations focus on hospital-associated infections, patient safety, and epidemiological strategies. Dr. Izakovic holds an MD from Comenius University, an MHA from the University of Iowa, and a CIC certification from CBIC.

The economic landscape once again shifted dramatically with the White House's "Liberation Day" announcements, and Shawn DuBravac, Chief Economist of IPC, brings clarity to the chaos. His analysis reveals how the newly announced tariffs - including a surprising 46% on Vietnamese goods and 34% on Chinese imports - are already causing companies to pause production, announce layoffs, and rethink their supply chains.What makes these tariffs particularly disruptive is their timing and scope. Vietnam had emerged as a key alternative to China for electronics manufacturing, capturing 27% of US laptop imports compared to China's 66%. Now, those diversification efforts face severe headwinds. Shawn estimates laptop prices could surge by as much as 48%, a cost neither manufacturers with their tight margins nor financially-strained consumers seem prepared to absorb.The conversation takes a concerning turn when discussing recession probability. While the US economy was on solid footing before these announcements, Shawn notes the probability of a 2025 recession continues to rise with these policy announcement. Consumer sentiment was already weakening with Americans "spending everything available to them." The timing creates a potential economic storm: short-term panic buying followed by significant demand contraction as prices rise.Mexico and Canada emerge as potential winners due to USMCA exemptions, while European manufacturers face difficult decisions about their US export strategies. Companies are responding with various approaches - 31% investing in automation, nearly 30% switching suppliers, and 60% attempting to push costs upstream through renegotiated contracts. Meanwhile, 18% have already announced hiring freezes with another 36% considering similar measures.Join us for this critical and timely conversation about global trade realignment, manufacturing strategies, and how organizations like IPC are evolving to provide both global and region-specific insights during this period of economic uncertainty. The landscape is changing daily - understanding these shifts has never been more important for anyone involved in global manufacturing and supply chains.EMS@C-Level is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com) You can see video versions of all of the EMS@C-Level pods on our YouTube playlist.

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma.Today is the 4th of April and here are the headlines.The Trump administration's new tariffs on global trade partners, including a 27% duty on imports from India, will affect sectors like diamonds, smartphones, solar PV modules, and apparel. While certain products like critical minerals, energy products, and pharmaceuticals may be exempt, most of India's top exports, including pharmaceuticals worth $8 billion, are not. Petroleum oils derived from bituminous minerals could benefit, but tariffs on steel, aluminum, and automobiles remain unchanged. These measures could reshape trade relations with India, despite limited relief for some sectors.After nearly 12 hours of debate in the Lok Sabha, the Waqf (Amendment) Bill moved to the Rajya Sabha for further discussion yesterday. BJP MPs accused the Opposition of spreading misinformation, while TMC MP Mohammad Nadimul Islam criticized the Bill as cultural vandalism, accusing the Centre of seeking excessive control over Waqf. The Lok Sabha passed the Bill with 288 votes in favor and 232 votes against. The amendment now awaits a decision in the Rajya Sabha after being tabled by Kiren Rijiju.The Indian Army accused Pakistan of violating the ceasefire along the Line of Control in Poonch's Krishna Ghati sector. According to Army PRO Lt Colonel Suneel Bartwal, Pakistani forces intruded across the LoC and triggered a mine blast on April 1, followed by unprovoked firing. Indian forces responded in a "controlled and calibrated manner," keeping the situation under close watch. Tensions have risen despite the ceasefire agreement, with the Army asserting that India's borders remain secure and that further developments are being monitored.Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma strongly condemned the statement by Bangladesh interim government advisor Muhammad Yunus, who claimed that Bangladesh is "the only guardian of the ocean" for Northeast India. Yunus had stated that Bangladesh holds a unique position to benefit from the economic possibilities of the region. Sarma called the remark offensive, highlighting its connection to India's vulnerable "Chicken Neck" corridor, which connects the Northeast with the rest of India, emphasizing India's territorial integrity and strategic concerns.Bajinder Singh, a self-proclaimed Christian pastor, was sentenced to life imprisonment in a rape case dating back to 2018 by a Mohali court. Singh had been convicted for luring a woman under the pretext of helping her settle abroad, only to rape her and threaten to post a video of the act online. The court convicted him under IPC sections related to rape, voluntary hurt, and criminal intimidation. Singh had been arrested at Delhi airport in 2018 and released on bail until his recent conviction.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express

A remarkable transformation is sweeping through European defense policy, creating new opportunities and challenges for the electronics industry. In this revealing conversation with Alison James, Senior Director Europe, Government Relations at IPC, we explore the European Union's dramatic shift in defense strategy, which she describes as a genuine "sea change" in approach.The EU has moved with unprecedented speed to modify debt ceiling rules, creating essential "fiscal space" for member states to increase defense investments. This comes alongside proposals for simplification and joint procurement programs expected by June - lightning fast by European standards. What's driving this urgency? Growing recognition of critical vulnerabilities in Europe's electronics supply chain at a time when technology increasingly determines military capability.IPC's timely new report reveals that electronics will comprise around 25% of defense systems' value by 2035. This data-rich study highlights why Europe must strengthen its electronics industrial base to achieve even modest autonomy in defense production. The goal isn't complete manufacturing independence but establishing what Alison calls a "minimum autonomy threshold" to address the most critical vulnerabilities.For electronics manufacturers, particularly EMS companies, many deriving 10-30% of business from defense contracts, these developments present significant opportunities alongside challenges. While European companies maintain strong relationships with American partners, uncertainty around tariffs creates planning anxiety. As Alison astutely notes, "Businesses need certainty," something in short supply during this geopolitical realignment.Looking ahead, IPC continues building coalitions across the European electronics ecosystem to advocate with one voice for policies supporting technological sovereignty. Understanding the "silicon system" beneath emerging technologies like AI becomes increasingly crucial as Europe reconsiders its place in the global technology landscape. Join us for this illuminating discussion on how defense priorities are reshaping the electronics industry's future.EMS@C-Level Live at APEX is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com)You can see video versions of all of the EMS@C-Level pods on our YouTube playlist.

The global electronics industry stands at a crossroads of political uncertainty and economic volatility. Few understand this challenging landscape better than Chris Mitchell, Vice President of Government Relations at IPC, who shared valuable insights with me during this candid conversation recorded at APEX 2025.Chris, who oversees both government relations and industry intelligence programs, reveals how IPC has strategically expanded its global footprint to better serve members navigating complexity. With dedicated representatives now covering North America, Europe, and soon Asia, the organization provides crucial intelligence that helps companies make confident decisions despite market turbulence. As Chris observes, "Companies are looking for clarity," which explains why many have temporarily paused investments and expansion while awaiting greater certainty.The political dimension looms large throughout our discussion. Chris offers a sobering assessment that volatility will likely continue for six to nine months as the US administration reshapes its approach to domestic governance and international relationships. Yet he remains optimistic that opportunities will emerge once the situation stabilizes. Meanwhile, in Europe, IPC focuses on revitalizing weak industry segments by helping policymakers recognize and address fundamental challenges.What truly distinguishes IPC is its evolution into a respected global authority through strategic investment in expertise. The organization has assembled an impressive internal team including chief economist Shawn Dubravac, sustainability leader Kelly Scanlon, and engineering specialist Matt Kelly. Together, they transform overwhelming amounts of data into actionable insights, particularly valuable for companies evaluating supply chain diversification or new investment locations. As Chris notes, the challenge isn't just having data—it's having quality data delivered with meaningful context.EMS@C-Level Live at APEX is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com)You can see video versions of all of the EMS@C-Level pods on our YouTube playlist.

Trade policy turbulence is creating unprecedented challenges for electronics manufacturers as they navigate a rapidly shifting landscape of tariffs, material cost increases, and regulatory uncertainty. Speaking from the final day of APEX 2025, Richard Cappetto, Senior Director North American Government Relations for IPC, reveals the behind-the-scenes advocacy work happening in Washington to represent the industry's interests during this critical period.At the heart of the conversation lies a fundamental tension: while the administration aims to spark a manufacturing renaissance in America, the policy tools being deployed—particularly aggressive tariffs—may inadvertently undermine that very goal by destabilizing established supply chains. Rich shares how IPC submits formal comments and participates in closed-door meetings to educate policymakers about electronics manufacturing realities, emphasizing that the global networks built over decades cannot be reset overnight without significant disruption.The interview illuminates the complex interconnectedness of modern manufacturing, where a single Silverado pickup truck crosses borders between the US, Mexico, and Canada numerous times during production. This example powerfully demonstrates why stability is crucial—manufacturers need predictability to plan investments, hire workers, and commit to long-term strategies. With copper tariffs potentially impacting every electronic device produced and tax policy changes looming on the horizon, IPC is gathering crucial data through industry surveys to strengthen their advocacy position. Rich's work extends beyond Washington, coordinating with counterparts in Europe and Asia to ensure a globally coherent approach that reflects the international nature of electronics manufacturing.Ready to have your voice heard on these critical issues? Complete the IPC survey that was distributed to APEX 2025 attendees and help shape the policies that will determine the future of electronics manufacturing.EMS@C-Level Live at APEX is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com)You can see video versions of all of the EMS@C-Level pods on our YouTube playlist.

WHAT YEAR IS IT!? It's been a very long time, but we're back- for a one-time engagement! Jeff and I dusted off the old mics to reunite and record like old times. We're mainly here to let you all know how we've been, but also to tell you all about a new project I've been working on that's coming out soon! Strap in for a long one, we've got three years' worth of nonsense to catch up on! Question(s) discussed: 1. Hey Gabe and Jeff, what have you been up to for the past three years? 2. How Is the recording and editing process for the actual play different from IPC? 3. Have you guys been guests on any other podcasts? 4. During the last few episodes of the podcast you mentioned playing Pathfinder: are you still playing that (privately)? And how do you like it? 5. What systems have you been playing? Has the "main system" shifted (as in, "used to play mostly 5e, and a little of 2e, now it's mostly 2e" or something like that)? 6. Are you still as passionate about TTRPGs? Why / why not? 7. Did you play Baldur's Gate 3 and how did you like it? 8. Dinner-Party Conflict time. What have you been cooking? 9. How has your (turkey) smoking journey been going Gabe? 10. Any new and exciting RC Cola flavours / stories you want to tell us about? 11. Is RC still the greatest? 12. Are you all interested in maybe hitting up some conventions like gencon in the future? 13. How are the dogs doing? 14. Gabe, how's your brother doing? 15. Will the new show be on the IPC main stream? 16. Are there any new game systems you're interested in trying out soon? 17. Will there be a return to Cloudstralia in the future? 18. If you absolutely had to do it, what do you both think would be the best starting point to making a Final Fantasy-themed campaign setting? 19. Are y'all following Daggerheart at all? What do you think of it? Think it has any real staying power? With Critical Role campaign 3 wrapped up, do you think they'll give a shot moving to it as their main game? 20. Do you feel obligated to throw out the old edition the moment a new one comes out or do you wait until they work the bugs out? 21. Will we finally find out what Gabe's mystery metric was for the episode titles?

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain.Today is the 1st of April and here are the headlines.Domestic Stock Market Crashes Ahead of Trump's Tariff AnnouncementOn Tuesday, Indian stock markets experienced a sharp decline due to massive selling, driven by uncertainty over the upcoming US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs set to be implemented on April 2. The BSE Sensex plunged by 1.69%, losing 1,313 points, while the Nifty fell by 1.41%, down 332 points. Investors are awaiting details on how these tariffs will impact various sectors globally, with market reactions likely hinging on the specifics of the tariff announcement tomorrow, said VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Investments.Assam CM Condemns Bangladesh Official's Statement on Northeast IndiaAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma strongly condemned the statement by Bangladesh interim government advisor Muhammad Yunus, who claimed that Bangladesh is "the only guardian of the ocean" for Northeast India. Yunus had stated that Bangladesh holds a unique position to benefit from the economic possibilities of the region. Sarma called the remark offensive, highlighting its connection to India's vulnerable "Chicken Neck" corridor, which connects the Northeast with the rest of India, emphasizing India's territorial integrity and strategic concerns.Ruckus in Lok Sabha Over Question Hour AdjournmentA heated scene unfolded in the Lok Sabha after the Question Hour concluded, with Samajwadi Party MPs protesting the decision and demanding that Akhilesh Yadav be allowed to speak. Despite Speaker Om Birla assuring that Yadav would get time during Zero Hour, the MPs continued with slogans and placards, leading to the adjournment of the House until 2 pm. In the Rajya Sabha, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge called for an immediate decadal census and caste census, highlighting the delay's impact on welfare schemes. The Waqf (Amendment) Bill is scheduled for discussion tomorrow.Mohali Court Sentences Pastor to Life for 2018 Rape CaseBajinder Singh, a self-proclaimed Christian pastor, was sentenced to life imprisonment in a rape case dating back to 2018 by a Mohali court. Singh had been convicted for luring a woman under the pretext of helping her settle abroad, only to rape her and threaten to post a video of the act online. The court convicted him under IPC sections related to rape, voluntary hurt, and criminal intimidation. Singh had been arrested at Delhi airport in 2018 and released on bail until his recent conviction.Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs Could Lead to Uncertainty in Global TradeAs trade tensions escalate, all eyes are on the US President's announcement of reciprocal tariffs scheduled for April 2. Trump's plan to impose tariffs matching those charged by other countries has raised concerns about how the levies will be rolled out. With over 200 trading partners and thousands of tariff categories, the US could face an administrative nightmare. The initial focus is likely on the 20 countries the US has trade agreements with, with some speculating a blanket tariff could simplify the process but complicate global trade relations.That's all for the today. This was the CatchuUp on 3 Things by The Indian Express

The electronics manufacturing world stands at a critical intersection of talent challenges, AI transformation, and global trade uncertainties. This fascinating conversation with IPC CEO John Mitchell, recorded on the final day of APEX 2025, dives deep into how industry leaders are navigating these complex waters.Talent acquisition and development remains the industry's perennial challenge. John offers a fresh perspective, suggesting that finding the mythical "pink unicorn" candidate with perfect qualifications is less effective than growing talent from within. "You hire somebody because they're the right fit, but if you don't keep investing in that person, they're no longer the right fit because technology keeps moving," he explains. This approach resonates with many manufacturers who've established internal training programs that attract candidates seeking alternatives to traditional university education and its associated debt.Artificial intelligence implementation has emerged as both an opportunity and a concern. While electronics manufacturers are eager to harness AI's power, they're cautious about intellectual property protection. John delivers another memorable quotes: "AI is not going to take your job. The person next to you who knows how to use AI is going to take your job." The discussion explores how IPC is working to promote industry-specific AI solutions that protect proprietary information while leveraging investments in technologies like CFX that provide the quality data AI systems require.Against the backdrop of what John and I both diplomatically call a "curious" global trade environment, electronics manufacturers crave stability more than specific political outcomes. The industry has always operated amid disruption, but consistent policy frameworks are essential for capital investments and expansion planning. As we navigate these uncertain waters, industry collaboration through organizations like IPC becomes increasingly vital. Join John and I for this thought-provoking exploration of electronics manufacturing's present challenges and future opportunities – and discover how industry leaders are designing for agility in an ever-changing landscape.EMS@C-Level Live at APEX is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com)You can see video versions of all of the EMS@C-Level pods on our YouTube playlist.