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70-year-old hiker missing for a week on remote Michigan island rescued alive

70-year-old hiker missing for a week on remote Michigan island rescued alive

After being missing for a week, 70-year-old hiker Craig Berg was miraculously found alive on Isle Royale on September 12. The search efforts proved critical, with fellow backpackers aiding in his discovery despite his injuries and…

Pakistan maternity ward fire was ‘institutional failure’: inquiry

Pakistan maternity ward fire was ‘institutional failure’: inquiry

An inquiry into a fire at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences in Islamabad that killed 14 infants reveals systemic failures at the hospital. The blaze occurred at the Mother and Child Health Ward.

Ondo poisonous drink: Death toll rises to 49

Daily Trust

Ondo poisonous drink: Death toll rises to 49

The death toll from the consumption of a suspected poisonous herbal drink in Ondo State has risen to 49, while the number of affected persons has climbed to about 170, health authorities have confirmed. Daily Trust had earlier reported…

Daily Trust

Mexico City Has a Toxic ‘Sacrifice Zone’ Where Cancer Is Surging

The New York Times

Mexico City Has a Toxic ‘Sacrifice Zone’ Where Cancer Is Surging

For decades, the Mexican authorities have sacrificed a rural valley to flush away the capital’s waste and power the economy. Now, local communities are paying for that decision — often with peoples’ lives.

The New York Times

Pediatricians raise the alarm on the effect of Trump's immigration crackdown on kids

NPR

Pediatricians raise the alarm on the effect of Trump's immigration crackdown on kids

The Trump administration has been pursuing a quiet immigration crackdown strategy: limiting access to health care and public services. The American Academy of Pediatrics is sounding the alarm about the impact on children.

NPR

Naga City Hospital gets P25.1M in medical equipment from PCSO

Naga City Hospital gets P25.1M in medical equipment from PCSO

NAGA CITY, Camarines Sur — Patients at Naga City General Hospital will get faster and more accessible diagnostic services after the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) turned over P25.1 million worth of medical equipment to the…

Israeli rights group accuses government of pursuing ‘elimination project’ in West Bank

Israeli rights group accuses government of pursuing ‘elimination project’ in West Bank

DUBAI: Israeli human rights group B’Tselem has accused Israel of pursuing what it calls an “elimination project” aimed at dismantling Palestinian collective life in the occupied West Bank. In a report published this month, the group said…

‘Depraved’ Singaporean paedophile, who abused daughter, granddaughters, jailed

South China Morning Post

‘Depraved’ Singaporean paedophile, who abused daughter, granddaughters, jailed

A diagnosed paedophile who sexually abused 11 girls over 33 years, with the acts ranging from molestation to rape, was sentenced by a Singapore court on Thursday to 21 years’ jail. The victims were as young as five, and included his…

South China Morning Post

Bengaluru nurse chased, attacked with machete by husband; acid thrown

Bengaluru nurse chased, attacked with machete by husband; acid thrown

A man allegedly attacked his wife with floor cleaner acid and a machete. The 26-year-old nurse is in critical condition and receiving hospital treatment. The incident occurred near J P Nagar as the woman left her clinic for breakfast…

Woman who stabbed sons to death found not criminally responsible

ABC News

Woman who stabbed sons to death found not criminally responsible

The woman, who was wiping her eyes in court on Wednesday, will instead be detained at a facility determined by mental health experts.

ABC News

BOC flags misdeclared P1.04-M medical devices at Cebu port

BOC flags misdeclared P1.04-M medical devices at Cebu port

MANILA, Philippines — Around P1.04 million worth of medical devices were flagged at the Port of Cebu after they were misdeclared as a water purifier tube and bag, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) reported on Thursday, Sept. 17. According to the…

WEF report: Progress on gender equality remains 'fragile'

WEF report: Progress on gender equality remains 'fragile'

The Global Gender Gap Report 2026, published by the World Economic Forum (WEF) on Wednesday, reveals that gender parity worldwide is closer than ever — standing at 69.2%. However, the Geneva-based nonprofit warned that full parity may…