Congo's Ebola cases surpass 9,000 as outbreak spreads
Democratic Republic of Congo reports 9,066 confirmed cases and 4,381 deaths from Bundibugyo strain outbreak declared in May.
Spanish actor will lead "Cortés," a production by U.S. studio Utopai Studios set to release in 2027, directed by Paul Mignot and written by Nicholas Kazan.
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Flash flood sweeps away 40 houses and six bridges in Nepal
A sudden flood along the Budhi Gandaki River in Gorkha district destroyed dozens of homes and infrastructure Sunday, leaving at least five people missing.
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BBC announces two-part documentary on JK Rowling
The broadcaster has commissioned a documentary examining the Harry Potter author's rise to fame and her controversial statements on gender identity and other issues.
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Iran says U.S. response to negotiation proposal is insufficient
Tehran rejected Washington's latest answer to seven conditions for ending the war and opening the Strait of Hormuz, citing unresolved issues.
Pennsylvania reports sixth measles-associated death this year
A 39-year-old Franklin County woman died after contracting measles, bringing the state total to six measles-related deaths in 2026.
Poland says two Turks detained in Germany over Starlink fire
Two Turkish citizens were arrested in Germany in connection with a fire at a Starlink station in central Poland last month. Polish officials believe Russia orchestrated the sabotage.
Hackers heat French supermarket fridges to 50C in major cyberattack
Hundreds of stores across major French chains forced to discard fresh and frozen food after overnight attack on refrigeration systems.
Gaspart warns Messi not to condition Barcelona farewell on Laporta
Former Barcelona president says Messi should not attach conditions to a Camp Nou tribute, asserting the club transcends any individual player.
NYC Mayor Mamdani orders first NYPD use-of-force review in decade
Mayor Zohran Mamdani directed the NYPD to conduct a comprehensive review of use-of-force policies and announced accountability reforms following an officer's retirement before disciplinary trial.
Cuba denies links to 90 fuel shipments seized by US
US authorities intercepted 90 fuel shipments bound for Cuba amid Washington's energy blockade imposed in January.
Queen Sonja removed from Norwegian royal house after Harald's death
Norway's former queen no longer holds "Majesty" title and is reclassified as extended family on the official court website.
Starbucks denies it is acquiring Chipotle Mexican Grill
Starbucks said Monday it is not buying Chipotle, ending days of takeover speculation that had boosted the fast-casual chain's stock.
Halle Berry's 13-year-old son wants to testify in custody dispute
Maceo claims to have photographic evidence of an alleged September 26 incident at his mother's home and seeks to testify before a judge about custody preferences.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs rushed from New Jersey prison to hospital with head injury
The hip-hop mogul was transported by ambulance early Saturday from FCI Fort Dix after suffering a head injury. He was conscious and returned to prison before daybreak.
Trump's energy ceasefire with Russia faces immediate collapse
Hours after Trump announced a truce on energy attacks, Ukraine reports Russian strikes, raising questions about Moscow's commitment.