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We don’t know how the Ebola outbreak started. That’s a problem.
In just 10 days over the summer of 1854, 500 people died of cholera in the Soho neighborhood of London. The city’s population had more than doubled to 2.3 million people in the first half of the 1800s, and its sewage system could not keep up...
Due to Ebola, Saudi Arabia suspends travel and entry from 3 countries
WHO workers in Kenya pack essential medical supplies and emergency kits to support the affected regions in the Democratic Republic of Congo on May 18, 2026. World Health Organization/Handout/Reuters Saudi authorities on Thursday announced the suspension of travel and entry from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan as a precautionary measure to
Amid Ebola, Hantavirus Outbreaks, Democrats Decry Trump’s Health Cuts
The Trump administration’s deep cuts to federal health agencies have become a political liability after a deadly outbreak of hantavirus aboard a cruise ship and the spread of an even more fearsome disease, Ebola, in Africa. At least that’s the way many Democrats see it. They have seized on the situation to charge that the
Ebola, hantavirus, diphtheria: how distrust in health care is fuelling multiple outbreaks across the globe
The first half of 2026 has been marked by three different disease outbreaks: Ebola, hantavirus and, in Australia, diphtheria. Each has exposed vulnerabilities in how we detect, communicate and respond to infectious disease outbreaks. Each of these outbreaks has its unique challenges. But a common thread has been distrust in health care or a lack
Congo says 782 Ebola cases confirmed, two new health zones affected
KINSHASA, June 14 - The number of confirmed Ebola cases in Democratic Republic of Congo has increased to 782 after 72 new cases were documented in 24 hours, one of the biggest single-day jumps during the ongoing outbreak, government data showed on Sunday. The confirmed Ebola cases include 181 deaths, according to the government's latest
Ebola fears: Nigerian scientists want emergency border surveillance
*Ask FG to activate rapid response system By Chioma Obinna Nigeria’s medical scientists yesterday raised fresh alarm over the risk of Ebola slipping into the country, warning that the deadly virus spreading across the Democratic Republic of Congo, DRC, and Uganda could trigger a major public health emergency if urgent preventive measures were not activated immediately.
Ebola outbreak sparks US travel curbs, Visa suspension for Africa regions
Washington, The United States said Monday it is bolstering precautions to prevent the spread of Ebola, including screening air travelers from outbreak-hit areas and temporarily suspending visa services. The measures shared by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) come as the World Health Organization has declared the deadly Ebola outbreak in the
WHO declares Ebola outbreak global health emergency, says no approved vaccine
World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the ongoing Ebola outbreak linked to the rare Bundibugyo virus strain a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), warning that there is currently no approved vaccine or specific treatment for the variant spreading across parts of Central Africa. This was contained in a detailed statement released by the
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Madison Square Garden Sues Wired for Defamation Over Coverage of Leaked Celebrity Database
Photo Credit: Andrew Nyr / CC by 4.0 Madison Square Garden is filing a defamation suit against Wired for alleged defamation over the outlet’s coverage of the leaked MSG celebrity database. Madison Square Garden Entertainment is suing Advance Magazine Publishers, the publisher of Wired, over the outlet’s coverage of a leaked MSG database containing the
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RugOne Xlink 7 review: A sophisticated rugged 4G walkie-talkie for populated wilderness, but not truly remote regions
TechRadar Verdict I can’t fault the execution of the RugOne Xlink 7, because the device ticks all the boxes for toughness and reliable communications. My issue is with 4G comms, which, by definition, make this device unsuitable for remote locations. Pros + Rugged and compact + Global 4G group calling + Impressive accessory bundle +
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Interview: Dan Cherowbrier, CTO, Formula E
Lots of digital leaders must keep multiple plates spinning. After all, being a successful technology chief in the modern era means ensuring nothing falls crashing to the floor. Yet for Dan Cherowbrier, chief technology officer (CTO) at Formula E, the number of plates is bewildering. “It’s the most unique job you could ever imagine, because
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NatWest signs up to quantum trial for fraud detection
The retail bank is one of 11 organisations testing quantum technologies as part of Digital Catapult’s quantum technology access programme By Cliff Saran, Managing Editor Published: 17 Jul 2026 12:05 Eleven organisations, including NatWest, have joined Digital Catapult’s Quantum Technology Access Programme (QTAP), delivered in collaboration with the National Quantum Computing Centre’s (NQCC) SparQ programme.
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Bitcoin reclaiming its $69,000 holder cost basis could open XRP’s path to $1.26
Bitcoin’s move toward $69,000 would put XRP near $1.20, with renewed strength against BTC opening a path toward $1.26. Jul. 17, 2026 at 11:35 am GMT 3 min read Glassnode says Bitcoin’s $69,000 short-term holder cost basis is the next recovery test for the market and XRP. If Bitcoin reclaims it, XRP could hold near