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Spain named Gavi in their 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, with the Barcelona midfielder posting an emotional message about overcoming injuries and vowing to give everything to bring the trophy home, as eight Barcelona players are included in the squad.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente defends calling up Gavi and Eric Garcia to the World Cup, citing Gavi’s return from injury and Garcia’s strong season with Barcelona, with eight Barcelona players in the squad and an emotional reaction from Gavi to the news.
RFK Jr. has paused $600 million in U.S. vaccine funding for Gavi to press the charity on data transparency and vaccine safety claims. Gavi says the money is crucial for vaccines across more than 50 low‑income countries and warns that withholding funds could cost lives, while Kennedy argues some vaccines used by Gavi are obsolete or contain thimerosal. A Boston federal judge recently ruled that many of Kennedy’s vaccine‑policy changes were invalid for procedural reasons, complicating the dispute and leaving the funding in limbo as lawmakers and officials push for a resolution.
Barça name Gavi in midfield with Pedri, while Dani Olmo and Fermin Lopez join the four-man midfield and Rashford is dropped. Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres keep their places in attack. In defense, Eric Garcia starts at centre-back for the suspended Pau Cubarsi, Cancelo returns at left-back and Jules Kounde is on the right; Joan Garcia remains in goal as Barca seek to overturn a 0-2 first-leg deficit in the second leg at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.
Global oral cholera vaccine stockpile has surged to about 70 million doses in 2025, allowing preventive vaccination campaigns to resume after more than three years. Mozambique has received 3.6 million doses, the Democratic Republic of the Congo 6.1 million, and Bangladesh 10.3 million are planned as part of a first allocation of 20 million. Vaccines are safe for people over 1 year old, with a one-dose approach used for outbreaks and two doses for longer protection. The effort is financed by Gavi and delivered by UNICEF; sustained cholera control will require investments in water, sanitation and health systems in addition to vaccination.
In 2024, Gavi's vaccination efforts saved a record 1.7 million lives in poor countries, with significant improvements in vaccine coverage against diseases like polio and measles, highlighting remarkable progress in global health despite declining funding.
Barcelona concluded their Asia preseason tour with a 5-0 victory over Daegu FC, showcasing strong team performance, impressive youth players, and standout moments from Gavi, as they prepare for the upcoming season, despite a minor injury to Pau Cubarsí.
Robert F Kennedy Jr's decision to halt US funding for Gavi, a global vaccine alliance, has been criticized by health experts who warn it could result in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of children due to reduced immunizations, amid claims of misinformation about vaccine safety.
RFK Jr. announced that the U.S. will stop funding Gavi, a global vaccine alliance, a decision that experts warn could have deadly consequences for children in poor countries.
The US is withdrawing support from Gavi, citing concerns over scientific integrity and public trust, amid debates over vaccine recommendations and partnerships during the COVID-19 pandemic, while Gavi defends its science-based decisions and the importance of immunization programs.
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the U.S. will halt funding to Gavi, the global vaccine alliance, citing concerns over vaccine safety and scientific integrity, prompting concerns about potential impacts on global vaccination efforts and disease control.
The US will cease funding Gavi, a global vaccine alliance, citing concerns over vaccine safety and questionable COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, despite Gavi's assurances of safety and adherence to WHO guidelines. The decision follows US skepticism about vaccine safety, with other donors pledging continued support.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the U.S. will withdraw funding from Gavi, accusing the organization of ignoring science and mishandling vaccine safety, which has sparked controversy amid debates on vaccine policies and global health efforts.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the United States will stop funding Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, until it re-establishes public trust, criticizing the organization for alleged neglect of vaccine safety and questionable COVID-19 vaccine recommendations. Gavi responded by emphasizing its commitment to vaccine safety and scientific review. The dispute highlights ongoing debates over vaccine policies and trust in global health organizations.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the US will stop funding Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, until it re-establishes public trust, criticizing the organization for neglecting vaccine safety and making questionable COVID-19 vaccine recommendations. Gavi responded by emphasizing its commitment to safety and independent review processes. The dispute occurs amid Gavi's efforts to raise funds for global vaccination initiatives.