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906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, WHO says

The World Health Organization said on Friday that there are 906 suspected cases of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including 223 suspected

906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, WHO says
Africa|Health|Science|World

WHO reports 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo strain of Ebola

The World Health Organization said on Friday that there were 906 suspected cases of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including 223 suspected

WHO reports 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo strain of Ebola
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CMAT calls out body shamers following BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend set

CMAT calls out body shamers following BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend set

CMAT calls out body shamers following BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend set
Health|Science|Travel|World

Hantavirus-exposed cruise passengers may soon be allowed to return home but must remain under 24/7 watch

Hantavirus-exposed cruise passengers may soon be allowed to return home but must remain under 24/7 watch

Hantavirus-exposed cruise passengers may soon be allowed to return home but must remain under 24/7 watch
Business|Economy|Health|Technology

Honda recalls nearly 99,000 US vehicles over airbag issues

Honda Motor is recalling 98,892 vehicles in the United States over a defect involving unintentional deployment of air bags, the U.S.

Honda recalls nearly 99,000 US vehicles over airbag issues
Africa|Crime|Health|Political|World

Sudanese medical group accuses paramilitary force of killing 27 in attack targeting civilians

A Sudanese medical group says attacks in central Sudan have killed 27 people, including elderly individuals

Sudanese medical group accuses paramilitary force of killing 27 in attack targeting civilians
Africa|Health|Political|World

Kenyan court orders suspension of US plan for Ebola quarantine facility

A Kenyan court has ordered the temporary suspension of a plan for the United States to set up an Ebola quarantine facility in the country after a lawsuit

Kenyan court orders suspension of US plan for Ebola quarantine facility
Health|Technology|World

UN rights office says children need better protection online

The United Nations' Human Rights Office on Friday called for more robust regulation and oversight by governments to make online platforms safer for children.

UN rights office says children need better protection online
Business|Environment|Health|Travel|World

They were trapped looking for gold in a flooded cave. How were they found and will they be rescued?

They were trapped looking for gold in a flooded cave. How were they found and will they be rescued?

They were trapped looking for gold in a flooded cave. How were they found and will they be rescued?
Crime|Health|Political|World

6 protesters arrested after clash with ICE officers outside a New Jersey detention center

Protesters have clashed with armed federal immigration officers in front of a New Jersey detention center where advocates have asserted detainees are staging a hunger strike

6 protesters arrested after clash with ICE officers outside a New Jersey detention center
Crime|Education|Health

Federal judge upholds constitutionality of nitrogen gas executions

A federal judge has ruled Alabama's use of nitrogen gas to carry out executions does not violate the U.S. Constitution

Federal judge upholds constitutionality of nitrogen gas executions
Crime|Health|Travel|World

Ghanaian mother and child detained at airport for days after arriving on valid visas, lawyers say

A pregnant woman from Ghana who entered the U.S. on a valid visa with her son so he could get medical attention has been held for more than a week in a windowless detention room at a Washington airport, her lawyers said in court documents

Ghanaian mother and child detained at airport for days after arriving on valid visas, lawyers say
Entertainment|Health|Sports

Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has a broken right pinkie finger, AP source says

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has a broken right pinkie finger and there is no timetable for his return, a person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press

Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has a broken right pinkie finger, AP source says
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In new memoir, Jill Biden wonders whether acknowledging Joe's poor debate would have been better

In her new memoir, Jill Biden reflects on Joe Biden's poor 2024 presidential debate performance against Donald Trump

In new memoir, Jill Biden wonders whether acknowledging Joe's poor debate would have been better
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health

Chemical tank fatally implodes at a paper and packaging plant in Washington state

At least one person has died, nine people were injured and nine others remain unaccounted for after a large vat of chemical treatment product, including hazardous materials, imploded at a paper and packaging facility in Washington state, fire officials said.

Chemical tank fatally implodes at a paper and packaging plant in Washington state
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How a tank rupture disrupted life in a tight-knit Washington town that has lived with pulp mills for generations

How a tank rupture disrupted life in a tight-knit Washington town that has lived with pulp mills for generations

How a tank rupture disrupted life in a tight-knit Washington town that has lived with pulp mills for generations
Health|World

Proposed US Ebola facility in Kenya sparks backlash at home and abroad

Proposed US Ebola facility in Kenya sparks backlash at home and abroad

Proposed US Ebola facility in Kenya sparks backlash at home and abroad
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Mississippi seniors walk for wellness, including 101-year-old woman

Mississippi seniors walk for wellness, including 101-year-old woman

Mississippi seniors walk for wellness, including 101-year-old woman
Entertainment|Health|Sports|US

Patrick Mahomes takes a big step forward on his repaired knee, joining Chiefs for voluntary workouts

Patrick Mahomes is still targeting Week 1 for his return from a serious knee injury with the Kansas City Chiefs

Patrick Mahomes takes a big step forward on his repaired knee, joining Chiefs for voluntary workouts
Business|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

San Joaquin County warns of invasive pest threat to Northern California wine industry

San Joaquin County warns of invasive pest threat to Northern California wine industry

San Joaquin County warns of invasive pest threat to Northern California wine industry
Health|Science|World

WHO identifies Ebola treatments, vaccines be tested in trials amid outbreak

The World Health Organization recommended prioritizing three experimental treatments for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, including Mapp Biopharmaceutical's MBP134, Regeneron's

WHO identifies Ebola treatments, vaccines be tested in trials amid outbreak
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California sues 23andMe over large 2023 data breach

The genetics testing company 23andMe was sued on Thursday by California Attorney General Rob Bonta, over a 2023 data breach that exposed genetic and other

California sues 23andMe over large 2023 data breach
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Camp Mystic health officer may practice nursing again under limited Texas license, board says

Camp Mystic health officer may practice nursing again under limited Texas license, board says

Camp Mystic health officer may practice nursing again under limited Texas license, board says
Business|Health|Science|Technology

Small biotech firms quicker to 'latch onto' AI than big ones, says Tencent Healthcare President  

Small biotech firms "latch onto" AI more quickly than bigger firms, the head of Chinese tech giant Tencent's healthcare division said on Thursday, as more businesses

Small biotech firms quicker to 'latch onto' AI than big ones, says Tencent Healthcare President  
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Americans are dropping out of Obamacare, especially in Kentucky

More Americans are dropping out or being kicked off Obamacare health insurance for non-payment than in past years, according to data

Americans are dropping out of Obamacare, especially in Kentucky
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

CVS brings back coverage for Lilly's obesity drug Zepbound

CVS Health will restore Eli Lilly's weight-loss injection Zepbound to its list of covered drugs and add the drugmaker's newly approved obesity pill, Foundayo, it

CVS brings back coverage for Lilly's obesity drug Zepbound
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FDA advisers to weigh composition of COVID vaccines for 2026-2027

The U.S.

FDA advisers to weigh composition of COVID vaccines for 2026-2027
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|World

France becomes first EU country to reimburse anti-obesity drugs, minister says

France will reimburse the cost of weight-loss drugs prescribed to severely obese patients from mid-June in a first for a European Union

France becomes first EU country to reimburse anti-obesity drugs, minister says
Health|Science|World

WHO chief heads to Congo amid surging Ebola cases

The World Health Organization chief said on Thursday he was on his way to the Democratic Republic of Congo where an Ebola outbreak is outpacing the world's ability to

WHO chief heads to Congo amid surging Ebola cases
Health|Science|Technology

Is my brain wired to never see a ghost? A psychologist on three factors that make a paranormal experience more likely

The human mind is always searching for meaning in ambiguity. Could misinterpretations of the external world create the experience of the supernatural?

Is my brain wired to never see a ghost? A psychologist on three factors that make a paranormal experience more likely
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Why your co-worker might be listening to music tuned to 432 hertz

Music recorded in 432 hertz is taking off on social media platforms and music streaming services

Why your co-worker might be listening to music tuned to 432 hertz
Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports|Technology

Young men seek muscle in the ‘Wild West’ of alternative PEDs

Young men seek muscle in the ‘Wild West’ of alternative PEDs

Young men seek muscle in the ‘Wild West’ of alternative PEDs
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Bat in the house? Here’s how to remove it safely

A bat biologist walks through the steps for persuading a bat to leave your home, and what to do when a whole family decides to roost in your attic.

Bat in the house? Here’s how to remove it safely
Africa|Health|Political|Science|World

Aid supplies reach heart of Congo's Ebola outbreak as WHO head travels to Kinshasa

Aid supplies have been rushed in to the center of Congo's Ebola outbreak where medical workers are struggling with equipment shortages, distrustful locals and armed groups

Aid supplies reach heart of Congo's Ebola outbreak as WHO head travels to Kinshasa
Health|Opinion|Science

Should you get a second medical opinion? A surgeon explains why doing so can make you a more confident patient

Seeking a second opinion is a patient’s right. Knowing how empowering another perspective can be may make it less awkward to ask for one.

Should you get a second medical opinion? A surgeon explains why doing so can make you a more confident patient
Health|Political|Science|World

US to quarantine citizens exposed to Ebola in Kenya, not bring them home

The U.S. is setting up a facility in Kenya to quarantine U.S. citizens who have been exposed to Ebola, and will not bring them home

US to quarantine citizens exposed to Ebola in Kenya, not bring them home
Health|Science|World

EU secures emergency deliveries of potential treatment against hantavirus

The first doses of an experimental antiviral for hantavirus treatment are being dispatched to France, Spain and the Netherlands, the European Commission said on Thursday. 

EU secures emergency deliveries of potential treatment against hantavirus
Health|Science|World

WHO chief says Ebola testing being scaled up in Congo

The World Health Organization said on Thursday on X that, in partnership with the national medical research organization of the Democratic Republic of Congo, it is scaling

WHO chief says Ebola testing being scaled up in Congo
Health|Travel|World

US, Mexico, Canada announce Ebola-related travel measures ahead of World Cup

The United States, Mexico and Canada on Thursday announced aligned public health travel measures for people coming from African regions at the greatest risk from Ebola,

US, Mexico, Canada announce Ebola-related travel measures ahead of World Cup
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Tennis-Sinner struggles with illness, low energy as Cerundolo shocks French Open favourite in second round

Jannik Sinner's bid for a maiden French Open title and career Grand Slam went up in smoke on a scorching Thursday as the world number one struggled with

Tennis-Sinner struggles with illness, low energy as Cerundolo shocks French Open favourite in second round
Africa|Health|World

Kenya approves US plan to open Ebola quarantine facility, US officials say

Kenya has provided written approval for the U.S. to open a quarantine facility in the East African nation for Americans exposed to the Ebola outbreak centred in the

Kenya approves US plan to open Ebola quarantine facility, US officials say
Health|Political|World

Palestinians mourn 10 killed in Eid strikes as Netanyahu vows wider control of the strip

Dozens of Palestinians in Gaza City gathered for funeral prayers for 10 people killed in Israeli strikes

Palestinians mourn 10 killed in Eid strikes as Netanyahu vows wider control of the strip
Health|Science|Technology

Vaping is often touted as less toxic than smoking. But new research raises concerns about cancer risk

Vaping is often touted as less toxic than smoking. But new research raises concerns about cancer risk

Vaping is often touted as less toxic than smoking. But new research raises concerns about cancer risk
Africa|Health|Science|World

Kenya approves US Ebola quarantine request as WHO chief heads to Congo

Kenya has approved a request from the U.S. to open a quarantine facility in the East African nation for Americans exposed to Ebola, U.S. officials told Reuters on

Kenya approves US Ebola quarantine request as WHO chief heads to Congo
Education|Health|Lifestyle

'I never actually imagined giving birth in a car': New mom searching for firefighter who helped deliver baby

'I never actually imagined giving birth in a car': New mom searching for firefighter who helped deliver baby

'I never actually imagined giving birth in a car': New mom searching for firefighter who helped deliver baby
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

He spent decades thinking he never graduated high school. But his diploma was there all along

He spent decades thinking he never graduated high school. But his diploma was there all along

He spent decades thinking he never graduated high school. But his diploma was there all along
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Pennsylvania moms can get free support from other moms through text message service

Pennsylvania moms can get free support from other moms through text message service

Pennsylvania moms can get free support from other moms through text message service
Education|Health|Technology

School counselors start turning to AI chatbots to help students with their mental health

School counselors start turning to AI chatbots to help students with their mental health

School counselors start turning to AI chatbots to help students with their mental health
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Man creates game of blind billiards for his community

Man creates game of blind billiards for his community

Man creates game of blind billiards for his community
Health|Lifestyle|Sports

90-year-old man prepares to run his first-ever marathon

90-year-old man prepares to run his first-ever marathon

90-year-old man prepares to run his first-ever marathon
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Pigeons may be navigating with their liver, study suggests

A study details a surprising new way into how pigeons find their way home

Pigeons may be navigating with their liver, study suggests
Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Pebble Ranch Senior Living hosts volleyball tournament for East Valley communities

Pebble Ranch Senior Living hosts volleyball tournament for East Valley communities

Pebble Ranch Senior Living hosts volleyball tournament for East Valley communities
Health|Lifestyle|Sports

'Transplant Games' teammates become family through kidney donation

'Transplant Games' teammates become family through kidney donation

'Transplant Games' teammates become family through kidney donation
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Bryce Harper bristles at blowback from toothbrushing technique. Just a squeeze, from tube to tongue

Bryce Harper's unique toothbrushing technique has sparked a viral sensation

Bryce Harper bristles at blowback from toothbrushing technique. Just a squeeze, from tube to tongue
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Experimental hepatitis B drug may offer 'functional cure' for some patients

New research suggests a first-of-its-kind drug for hepatitis B may let some patients stop treatment without showing signs of the dangerous liver virus

Experimental hepatitis B drug may offer 'functional cure' for some patients
Environment|Health|Science

Happy, who taught researchers that elephants can recognize themselves, is euthanized at Bronx Zoo

A Bronx Zoo elephant who gave researchers new insights and became the crux of a closely watched animal rights case has died

Happy, who taught researchers that elephants can recognize themselves, is euthanized at Bronx Zoo
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Australia sues 3M for $1.4 billion over PFAS 'forever chemicals' contamination

The Australian government said on Thursday it had launched legal action against 3M over contamination from firefighting foam supplied by the U.S. company

Australia sues 3M for $1.4 billion over PFAS 'forever chemicals' contamination
Economy|Education|Health|Science

About 8% of the country lacked health insurance in 2025, new data shows. That could rise next year

The proportion of Americans without health insurance held steady at around 8% of the population in 2025, according to new findings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

About 8% of the country lacked health insurance in 2025, new data shows. That could rise next year
Entertainment|Health|Political|US

Jill Biden reignites the Democrats’ age argument by questioning if Joe Biden had a stroke during 2024 debate

Jill Biden reignites the Democrats’ age argument by questioning if Joe Biden had a stroke during 2024 debate

Jill Biden reignites the Democrats’ age argument by questioning if Joe Biden had a stroke during 2024 debate
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Eleven feared dead in Washington state chemical vat rupture, operation moves to recovery effort

The search for nine people missing after a chemical tank imploded and ruptured a day earlier in Washington state has moved from a rescue to a

Eleven feared dead in Washington state chemical vat rupture, operation moves to recovery effort
Business|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

West Coast chemical emergencies raise questions about the safety of massive industrial tanks

There are millions of chemical tanks around the U.S., and experts say it is exceedingly rare for them to fail

West Coast chemical emergencies raise questions about the safety of massive industrial tanks
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9 missing after Washington paper mill tank rupture and officials say there's no hope of survivors

Crews are resuming the search for nine people presumed killed at a Washington state paper mill where a chemical tank ruptured

9 missing after Washington paper mill tank rupture and officials say there's no hope of survivors
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|Science|US|World

Fair housing groups file lawsuit arguing a federal rule change removes protections

Fair housing groups have filed a lawsuit over a rule change by the Trump administration that they allege reverses decades of lending protections and opens the door to discrimination against Black people, Latinos and other minorities

Fair housing groups file lawsuit arguing a federal rule change removes protections
Entertainment|Health|Sports

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton takes a key recovery step, running outside as club awaits his return

Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton has started running outside after imaging on his right calf left the team feeling optimistic about his recovery

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton takes a key recovery step, running outside as club awaits his return
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Technology

Amazon puts Amwell co-founder in charge of healthcare unit; longtime executive to depart

Amazon is putting a doctor in charge of its growing healthcare business. The firm on Wednesday announced Dr.

Amazon puts Amwell co-founder in charge of healthcare unit; longtime executive to depart
Election|Health|Political|US

Jill Biden says she feared Joe Biden was having a stroke during disastrous 2024 debate

Former first lady Jill Biden feared her husband was having a stroke as she watched him stumble through his disastrous June 2024 debate performance

Jill Biden says she feared Joe Biden was having a stroke during disastrous 2024 debate
Business|Crime|Environment|Health

11 presumed dead as recovery efforts resume in Washington chemical tank rupture that sent contamination into Columbia River

11 presumed dead as recovery efforts resume in Washington chemical tank rupture that sent contamination into Columbia River

11 presumed dead as recovery efforts resume in Washington chemical tank rupture that sent contamination into Columbia River
Business|Economy|Environment|Health

California residents evacuated due to chemical tank threat return home but fears remain

Residents were back in their homes near a chemical tank that overheated in Southern California

California residents evacuated due to chemical tank threat return home but fears remain
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Matthew Perry's assistant sentenced to 41 months in prison

The personal assistant who injected "Friends" star Matthew Perry with a fatal dose of the hallucinogenic drug ketamine was

Matthew Perry's assistant sentenced to 41 months in prison
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Matthew Perry's assistant gets more than 3 years in prison for central role in his ketamine death

Matthew Perry's personal assistant has been sentenced to three years and five months in prison for his role in the drug death of the “Friends” star

Matthew Perry's assistant gets more than 3 years in prison for central role in his ketamine death
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle

A new specialty license plate will help pay off school lunch debt across Utah

A new specialty license plate will help pay off school lunch debt across Utah

A new specialty license plate will help pay off school lunch debt across Utah
Health|Travel|World

Hajj pilgrims perform rituals in soaring heat as Eid al-Adha celebrations begin

Pilgrims in Saudi Arabia have been performing the symbolic stoning of the devil during the Hajj, enduring temperatures over 107 degrees Fahrenheit

Hajj pilgrims perform rituals in soaring heat as Eid al-Adha celebrations begin
Health|Science|Travel|World

US puts its focus on keeping Ebola cases out of the country

The United States on Wednesday said it must prevent any cases of Ebola from entering the country from the Democratic Republic of

US puts its focus on keeping Ebola cases out of the country
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel declares new swathe of Lebanon 'a combat zone,' warns residents to leave

Israel's military on Wednesday declared a new swathe of southern Lebanon as a combat zone and said residents in the area should move north, warning it would act "with great

Israel declares new swathe of Lebanon 'a combat zone,' warns residents to leave