The Congo Ebola outbreak began in February, months before authorities officially declared it in May, according to the World Health Organization. The revelation has raised concerns about how long the virus circulated undetected in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. WHO officials say early cases may have been mistaken for other illnesses, including malaria and… Continue reading Congo Ebola Outbreak Started Months Before Official Declaration
Lawyer and activist Jibran Nasir has raised fresh questions about the Mir Raza murder probe, alleging that abductors held and tortured Mir Raza Ali for around 12 hours before killing him. Nasir said Mir Raza remained alive until the evening of July 28. He alleged that the abductors then subjected him to severe torture. Nasir… Continue reading Mir Raza Murder Probe Faces Fresh Questions
Kuwait school regulations are set for a major update as the Ministry of Education reviews proposed rules for government schools. The framework covers staff appearance, student uniforms, behavior, academic integrity and professional responsibilities. The ministry has circulated the preliminary regulations among education-sector employees and is collecting feedback before deciding whether to implement them formally. The… Continue reading Kuwait Plans New School Rules
Italy water shortage is worsening as drought, extreme heat and falling water levels put pressure on northern Italy. Lake Maggiore is among the areas facing serious water stress, while the Po River basin is also experiencing extremely low flows. Recent reporting has highlighted severe drought conditions across Italy’s rice-growing regions. Switzerland is now providing temporary… Continue reading Italy Water Shortage Deepens as Lake Maggiore Runs Low
Big Bear Eagle Jackie Dies at 14, Leaving Wildlife Fans Heartbroken The Big Bear eagle Jackie has died at the age of 14, leaving millions of wildlife fans mourning the loss of one of California’s best-known bald eagles. Jackie became a global internet sensation through a livestream that allowed viewers to follow her life in… Continue reading Big Bear Eagle Jackie Dies at 14
The UK high street revival plan will target vape shops, betting outlets and rogue businesses as the government seeks to transform struggling town centres. Prime Minister Andy Burnham is expected to announce the measures on Tuesday. The proposals would give local communities greater influence over which businesses can operate in their areas. The government also… Continue reading UK High Street Revival Targets Vape and Betting Shops
A Colombia earthquake kills 169 people after a powerful 7.4-magnitude quake struck the country’s western region on Monday morning. More than 600 people suffered injuries, while rescuers and volunteers searched collapsed buildings for survivors. The earthquake struck shortly after 7:30 a.m. local time. Strong tremors sent frightened residents into the streets across several Colombian cities.… Continue reading Colombia Earthquake Kills 169 as Rescuers Search for Survivors
Ten people were arrested after Bristol anti-immigration protests and counter-demonstrations brought hundreds of people onto the streets of the city centre. The demonstrations began at Queen Square at around 10:30 BST before groups moved through Bristol Bridge, Bridewell Police Station and the Cenotaph. Avon and Somerset Police estimated that approximately 150 anti-immigration protesters and 300… Continue reading Bristol Anti-Immigration Protests Lead to 10 Arrests
Car Bomb Attack Hits Southwest Colombia A Colombia car bomb attack struck a toll plaza in the country’s southwest on Saturday, just one day after conservative President Abelardo de la Espriella took office. The Colombian army said the blast happened along the Pan-American Highway, a major route linking the southwestern departments of Cauca and Valle… Continue reading Colombia Car Bomb Attack Hits Southwest
DRC Census Offers Millions a Chance to Be Counted The DRC census is preparing to count the population for the first time since 1984. For many Congolese, however, the exercise means far more than establishing a population figure. In Bunia, Ituri province, 28-year-old Heritier Ramazani has never appeared in a national census. He also lacks… Continue reading DRC Census: First Population Count in 42 Years Begins
