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Man At Risk Of Dying After Vehicle Battery Catches Fire In Żebbuġ

Man At Risk Of Dying After Vehicle Battery Catches Fire In Żebbuġ

A 41-year-old man is at risk of dying following a vehicle fire and crash in Żebbuġ earlier today. The Qormi resident was driving along Triq il-Mitħna at around midday when, according to preliminary police investigations, the vehicle’s…

What is salmonella, how does it spread and are eggs safe to eat?

The Guardian

What is salmonella, how does it spread and are eggs safe to eat?

UKHSA says imported eggs eaten in restaurants are source of outbreak that has infected more than 200 people Contaminated eggs have infected 207 people with salmonella across the UK, killing one and hospitalising 34. Eggs imported into…

The Guardian

RFI

France backs down on plan to make patients pay more for healthcare

The French government has scrapped plans to double the annual ceiling on out-of-pocket charges for medicines, medical appointments and other healthcare, after criticism from patient groups and health professionals. The cap was due to rise…

RFI

Ebola vaccine trial to start in DR Congo as warning issued over speed of infections

BBC

Ebola vaccine trial to start in DR Congo as warning issued over speed of infections

About half of the 2,500 recorded deaths from Ebola happened in the last 20 days, the WHO says.

BBC

FDA shuts Radio Club, Khar Gymkhana, McDonald's Colaba kitchens over hygiene violations

FDA shuts Radio Club, Khar Gymkhana, McDonald's Colaba kitchens over hygiene violations

The FDA has temporarily revoked licenses for The Bombay Presidency Radio Club and Khar Gymkhana, citing poor waste management and pest control. The kitchen at The Bombay Presidency Radio Club was notably infested with flies and included…

Live Blog: Accused Yorgen Fenech Takes The Stand In Daphne Caruana Galizia Murder Trial

Live Blog: Accused Yorgen Fenech Takes The Stand In Daphne Caruana Galizia Murder Trial

Welcome to our live coverage as the jury trial of Yorgen Fenech over the assassination of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. We’re on Day 45 of the trial and following Inspector Kurt Zahra and the victim’s son, Andrew Caruana…

Europe’s mosquito problem is getting harder to control

Europe’s mosquito problem is getting harder to control

Europe is facing a growing mosquito-borne disease threat — and the continent’s ability to fight it remains uneven, according to the EU’s disease prevention agency.

Norway’s King Herald to remain in hospital, cancels engagements

Norway’s King Herald to remain in hospital, cancels engagements

He was admitted to hospital on Aug 17 due to fluid retention from the cortisone treatment he is receiving.

Norway’s King Harald to remain in hospital, cancels engagements

Norway’s King Harald to remain in hospital, cancels engagements

He was admitted to hospital on Aug 17 due to fluid retention from the cortisone treatment he is receiving.

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo growing 'exponentially' as death toll passes 2,500

France 24

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo growing 'exponentially' as death toll passes 2,500

More than half of the 2,500-plus deaths from DR Congo's Ebola outbreak have occurred within the past 20 days alone, as the virus spreads faster than any recorded outbreak, according to the UN's senior Ebola coordinator. Julien Harneis is…

France 24

West Nile virus: spread rises again in Greece as authorities stay on alert

West Nile virus: spread rises again in Greece as authorities stay on alert

Particular emphasis is placed on tackling mosquitoes, with targeted spraying in areas where their populations are found in higher concentrations.

Cedric Sbirrazzuoli: Ferrari GT3 driver dies at 39 after cancer battle

Cedric Sbirrazzuoli: Ferrari GT3 driver dies at 39 after cancer battle

Monegasque racing driver Cedric Sbirrazzuoli has died at age thirty-nine. He passed away on his birthday after a battle with cancer. Sbirrazzuoli had a varied career in GT and endurance racing championships. He drove Ferrari machinery for…