Health

Michigan reports 1st 2 U.S. deaths related to diarrhea-causing parasite

CBC

Michigan reports 1st 2 U.S. deaths related to diarrhea-causing parasite

Two people have died in the Cyclospora outbreak in Michigan, state health officials announced Monday, the first deaths confirmed in the U.S. related to the microscopic parasite. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said…

CBC

Spain imported US crayfish in 1974; 50 years later, they cannot be removed

Spain imported US crayfish in 1974; 50 years later, they cannot be removed

Fifty years ago, American red crayfish were introduced to Spain's Guadalquivir River basin, and they have since established a permanent presence. These aggressive invaders have wreaked havoc on local wildlife and disrupted aquatic…

Myanmar's detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi meets Red Cross official

Dawn

Myanmar's detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi meets Red Cross official

Myanmar’s detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with a representative of the International Committee of the Red Cross on Monday, after years of questions over the health and well-being of the 81-year-old Nobel Peace Prize winner. Suu…

Dawn

An Economic Journey from Baghdad to Nigeria

An Economic Journey from Baghdad to Nigeria

There are teachers whose lectures end when the bell rings. Then there are those fortunate few who quietly leave behind an idea that refuses to retire. Long after formulas have faded, examinations forgotten and textbooks surrendered to…

Delta: Police Rescue Trafficking Victim From Côte d’Ivoire, Arrest Suspect

Delta: Police Rescue Trafficking Victim From Côte d’Ivoire, Arrest Suspect

Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a suspected human trafficker, identified as Ese Betty Isiorho, 26, and rescued a 25-year-old trafficking victim from Côte d’Ivoire. The suspect allegedly lured the victim to Ivory…

Ambulance with patient stranded for 50 minutes in Gzb after crash with kanwar trolley

Ambulance with patient stranded for 50 minutes in Gzb after crash with kanwar trolley

Pilgrims’ Protest Stalls Traffic, Cops Advance One-Way Traffic Plan

RNZ

Mental health minister's contract promise to community providers yet to be honoured

The mental health minister says about 80 percent of community providers will have multi-year contracts, replacing annual ones, by the end of 2026.

RNZ

US announces first two deaths from cyclospora outbreak

Al Jazeera

US announces first two deaths from cyclospora outbreak

Authorities in the Midwestern state of Michigan say that two people who died had underlying conditions.

Al Jazeera

Factory activity rose to 5-month high in July

Factory activity rose to 5-month high in July

MANILA, Philippines — Factory activity in the Philippines accelerated to a five-month high in July as demand strengthened at its fastest pace since the outbreak of the Middle East conflict, suggesting manufacturers are regaining momentum…

FG targets child malnutrition with 1,000 days nutrition campaign

The Punch

FG targets child malnutrition with 1,000 days nutrition campaign

The Federal Government has launched the 1,000 Days of Life campaign to combat child malnutrition and improve maternal and child health outcomes across Nige Read More…

The Punch

Vampire fan given hospital order after putting animal body parts in churches

Sky News

Vampire fan given hospital order after putting animal body parts in churches

A man who put deer heads and slaughtered lambs with inverted crosses at churches in the New Forest has been detained under the Mental Health Act.

Sky News

House: P380-M aid distributed via Suporta sa Bayan Desk

MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives’ assistance center – Suporta sa Bayan Desk (Support to the People) has delivered over P380 million worth of assistance to over 7,000 Filipinos, a report from the chamber stated. An update…