DR Congo Ebola outbreak set to become deadliest on record, WHO warns
The Democratic Republic of the Congo faces a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak that could become the deadliest on record, according to the World Health Organization.
Iraq says September 30 withdrawal deadline for US-led coalition ‘final’
Iraq’s Prime Minister states the September 30 deadline for US-led coalition withdrawal is final, marking the end of foreign military presence in the country following decades of involvement.
Brazil orders Discord to suspend livestreams after teen’s death
Brazil ordered Discord to suspend its livestreaming feature after a 13-year-old girl died by suicide following a livestream where authorities say she was encouraged to harm herself.
Trump says Press Secretary Leavitt to leave post
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down at the end of the month to focus on her family, President Trump announced, calling her one of his most trusted aides.
Native birds in captivity to be vaccinated against H5 bird flu as Australia prepares for more mass mortalities
Australia will begin vaccinating native bird species in captivity against H5 bird flu as the virus spreads across the country, with state governments managing the rollout of the program.
US says it fired missiles to disable ship breaking Iran blockade
The US military says it fired missiles to disable a Panama-flagged cargo ship attempting to reach Iranian ports, hitting its engine room after the crew ignored warnings.