The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, as the country's largest. With 3,605 confirmed cases and 1,587 deaths as of July 30, the outbreak is intensifying, hampered by insecurity and population displacement in areas like Ituri province.
An Australian woman named Lauren, who suffered from chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia, died in Malaysia in 2022 while undergoing unproven hyperthermia treatment for "chronic Lyme disease." Her cousin, Hannah McElhinney, highlights how Lauren was drawn into dangerous alternative therapies and believes the healthcare system failed to adequately support her.
Ten families are suing Whitefield special school in north London after a BBC investigation revealed CCTV footage of autistic children being abused and locked in calming rooms. The civil claim alleges false imprisonment and human rights breaches, following a police investigation that ended without charges.
The Democratic Republic of Congo's latest Ebola outbreak has surpassed the 2018-2020 epidemic's case count, with 3,532 confirmed cases and 1,556 deaths across five provinces. It is now the world's second-largest and fastest-spreading Ebola epidemic, complicated by ongoing conflict in the eastern regions.
Five Metropolitan Police officers were injured when a marine policing unit boat struck Westminster Bridge in central London. The incident, at around 3:40pm on Friday, saw officers enter the water before being rescued. Injuries are being treated, with no public casualties reported.
England's men's artistic gymnastics team won silver at the Commonwealth Games after a dramatic final marked by a serious injury to teenager Gabriel Langton, who fell from the high bar and was taken away on a stretcher. Canada secured gold with 241.400 points, ahead of England's 238.250.
Oxford University announced a volunteer received the first dose of a rapidly developed vaccine for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, responsible for over 1,000 deaths in DRC and Uganda. The ChAdOx1 BDBV vaccine, using AstraZeneca's Covid-19 vaccine technology, went from concept to clinic in eight weeks.
Hong Kong's Fire Services Department announced paramedics will follow an "if in doubt, rescue first" principle for resuscitation after a new end-of-life directives law takes effect next week. Rescuers must verify physical do-not-attempt CPR orders on-site before withholding life-sustaining treatments.
Australia's Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has warned about a "rare but severe" eye disorder, non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAION), linked to type 2 diabetes and obesity treatments like Ozempic and Mounjaro. The warning, based on 36 reported cases, advises patients to seek urgent medical attention for sudden vision loss but not to stop treatment without consulting a doctor.
A Florida pastor, Scott Winters, has sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging that ChatGPT's medical advice, which included religious references, repeatedly discouraged him from seeking emergency treatment for serious symptoms. This allegedly led to a near-fatal pulmonary embolism, causing him to lose his home and career.
A cross-party delegation of Irish politicians urged Dublin to send observers to the trial of pro-Palestinian activists in Germany and raise concerns about Irish defendant Daniel Tatlow-Devally's detention conditions with the German chancellor during an upcoming visit.
RMIT University scientists developed a reusable magnetic material that removes over 95% of micro- and nanoplastics, heavy metals, and drug residues from water within an hour. The cost-effective technology, showing early promise against PFAS, is being tested for commercial deployment in Australia, the US, and Europe.
Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar has spoken out on nationwide NEET paper leak protests, urging society to uphold meritocracy and ensure students' hard work is rewarded. He reflected on his father's values, emphasizing that cheating is unacceptable. Other cricketers, including Shikhar Dhawan, Mohammad Kaif, and Irfan Pathan, also voiced support for students, with Kaif condemning police action against protestors in Delhi.
Galderma CEO Flemming Ørnskov stated that the increased use of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy presents a "significant opportunity" for the aesthetics company, particularly in mitigating facial sagging. The company reported nearly 25% sales growth, with U.S. growth outpacing other regions at 32%.
Bloomberg analyst James Seyffart suggests the CLARITY Act will have minimal direct impact on Bitcoin, which already has established regulatory infrastructure. The updated bill, released by Senate Republicans, is seen as more beneficial for assets like Ethereum and Solana, which lack clear legal status.
Russian courts have convicted over 1,200 Ukrainian military personnel for crimes against civilians, including murder and cruel treatment, with 83 receiving life sentences, according to Alexander Bastrykin, Chairman of the Russian Investigative Committee.
The EU fined Google's parent company Alphabet €890 million for two Digital Markets Act violations: preferential treatment of its own products in search results and blocking Android developers from offering alternative payment options. Google has 60 days to comply or face further penalties.
European regulators fined Google €890 million under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) for allegedly favoring its own services in search and restricting app developers from promoting external offers. Google is reviewing the decision, considering an appeal, and claims DMA implementation degrades user experience and security.
Hong Kong's new Advance Decision on Life-sustaining Treatment Ordinance, effective next Friday, faces operational challenges for frontline responders like ambulance crews, who worry about verifying patient wishes in emergencies and affordability for low-income families.
Matthew Wright, former Southern Water CEO, and three ex-employees face charges of conspiracy to defraud the Environment Agency and Ofwat between 2012-2017. They allegedly manipulated sewage wastewater testing to avoid millions in fines, marking the first time a water industry boss faces criminal charges over sewage discharges.
A video purportedly showing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protesters escaping a police van during a Mumbai protest has gone viral. The incident, shared by CJP with a sarcastic caption, comes amid escalating tensions from their 'Sansad Chalo' march in Delhi, where an FIR was registered over violence.
China has launched the High Intensity Heavy-ion Accelerator Facility (HIAF) in Huizhou, Guangdong, a record-breaking particle accelerator capable of producing the world's most intense beams of charged atoms. This 2.6 billion yuan facility will aid research in cancer treatment and spacecraft materials.
Tour de France anti-doping authorities deny accusations of preferential treatment for French rider Paul Seixas, who hasn't undergone nocturnal testing like other top riders. The ITA states decisions are impartial, while a stage summary notes Jasper Philipsen's win and Adam Yates's illness.
The World Health Organization published new data showing the current Ebola outbreak in Congo, involving a new Bundibugyo strain, is spreading at the fastest rate ever recorded, with over 1,000 deaths in Congo and Uganda. Lack of vaccines, medicine, and funding, alongside attacks on health workers, are compounding the crisis.
