'Ebola has tortured us': Fear grips eastern DR Congo as deadly virus spreads - The health minister has acknowledged that medics are playing catch-up with the virus after being slow to detect it. 10 hrs ago - Africa

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Ebola outbreak may be spreading faster than first thought, WHO doctor warns -- Hundreds of cases are suspected in central Africa but experts fear the actual number may be much higher.

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Son of Mango boss arrested over father's fatal fall from cliff -- Isak, 71, died in December 2024 after falling from a ravine while walking in the Montserrat mountains near Barcelona.

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Thailand cuts visa-free stay period for more than 90 countries including UK -- Many visitors who have been exempt for 60 days will soon have to apply for a visa after 30 days.

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Key people smuggler arrested after BBC uncovered identity -- The 28-year-old's network is thought to have transported thousands of illegal migrants into the UK.

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Father-of-eight killed in San Diego mosque shooting hailed as hero -- Security guard Amin Abdullah, one of three killed in the attack, was described as "a shining light".

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Estonia says Nato jet shot down drone over its territory -- Estonia suspects the drone was a Ukrainian projectile knocked off course by Russian electronic jamming.

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Selling children to survive: Afghan fathers forced to make impossible choices -- In Afghanistan today, a staggering three in four people cannot meet their basic needs.

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Singer Patrick Bruel denies wave of sexual assault allegations in France -- Among Bruel's latest accusers is well-known TV and radio presenter Flavie Flament, who alleges he raped her in 1991.

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Two bodies of missing Italians recovered from inside Maldives cave -- The two were among four divers located in the furthest chamber in the cave and their bodies were recovered by specialist divers.

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Uncontrolled California wildfires seen from space -- Some 750 firefighters are tackling the uncontrolled blazes supported by water-dropping helicopters.

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Jackson Pollock painting sells for record $181m at auction -- The Abstract Expressionist's Number 7A, 1948 painting is now his most expensive artwork ever sold at auction.

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Victim or enabler? Epstein girlfriend who could face questions despite plea deal -- Nadia Marcinko is relatively unknown but may soon be called before US legislators.

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What really holds China and Russia together -- The relationship endures despite a power imbalance, with both sides recognising that it is too important to fail.

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The Republican who stood up to Trump is hoping for a big win against president -- Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie, who has crossed Trump on federal spending and the Epstein files, faces Republican voters.

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'FedEx says your parcel has drugs': The scam that trapped an Indian comedian -- Ankita Shrivastav is among millions of Indians who fall prey to cybercrimes every year.

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Trump told Taiwan not to 'go independent' - but does it want to? -- Taiwan independence is the reddest of red lines for China, which claims the island as its own.

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Anti-government demonstrators and police clash in Bolivia -- Protesters have been calling for the president to resign after weeks-long unrest.

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'I sold it for over £1k': Swatch launch sparks 'chaotic' scenes -- Some shoppers have been trying to resell a new line of watches priced at £335 each for up to £16,000.

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Moment two fighter jets collide mid-air at US air show -- Four crew members safely ejected from US Navy jets and are in a stable condition after the collision.

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Eurovision winner Dara arrives to screaming fans in Bulgaria -- The 27-year-old's tune Bangaranga won Bulgaria its first ever title in the song contest.

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Lights, camera, Bangaranga: Highlights from Eurovision -- Bulgarian singer Dara stormed to victory in the contest, while Ukraine broke the record for the longest note ever sung at Eurovision.

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Deputy British ambassador to US abruptly leaves post -- Until his sudden departure, James Roscoe held one the most senior, high-profile roles in the British diplomatic service

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Man who murdered teen TikTok star in Pakistan gets death sentence -- Sana Yousaf's murder highlights a pattern of violence against women in Pakistan, activists say.

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Trump-backed challenger defeats Republican rebel Massie in primary -- The Kentucky race has been viewed as a key test of President Trump's grip on the Republican Party.

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Woman dies after falling into uncovered New York City manhole -- It's believed the manhole cover on the city's Fifth Avenue was dislodged by a truck minutes before incident.

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Trump endorses Paxton in Texas, gambling on a challenger with baggage in a crucial race -- Trump's move dismayed Senate Republicans, many of whom have served with the Texan for decades.

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Lebanon says 19 killed in Israeli air strikes -- Ten people were killed in a single strike on a house, including three children and three women, Lebanon's health ministry says.

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'Not a big fan' - Top Republican breaks with Trump on $1.8bn compensation fund -- The justice department also expanded the settlement to block the IRS from pursuing past or pending tax audits on Trump.

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Body of a man discovered in Donegal residence -- The body currently remains at the scene, as Garda forensic and technical examinations are carried out.

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