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A new report from WIRED highlights the tension between influencer-driven wellness trends and medical advice, noting that commercial electrolyte products may exacerbate cardiovascular risks due to high sodium and sugar content.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Bundibugyo species of Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus indicated the outbreak likely began a couple of months ago, with the first known case being a nurse who died in Bunia on 24 April. Current figures show 600 suspected cases and 139 suspected deaths, with 51 confirmed cases in the DRC (primarily in Ituri and North Kivu provinces) and two in Uganda (patients who had travelled from the DRC). This marks the 17th Ebola outbreak in the DRC and the first for the Bundibugyo species in over a decade. While the WHO assesses the global risk as low, the national and regional risks are high. Complicating containment efforts is ongoing conflict in eastern DRC. There is no approved vaccine or specific treatment for the Bundibugyo species, though experimental vaccines and cross-protection from Zaire species vaccines are being considered.
Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum has been ruled out of Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers in the Eastern Conference quarterfinals due to left knee stiffness. Coach Joe Mazzulla confirmed the decision shortly before tip-off following a medical assessment, noting Tatum reported discomfort behind his knee. This marks the 23rd meeting between the two franchises in a playoff series, a historic rivalry where Boston has won six consecutive series against Philadelphia since 1982. Tatum's absence comes one year after he suffered a torn Achilles in his right leg.
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24 April: First known case, a nurse, develops symptoms and dies in Bunia, Ituri province, DRC. [Date not specified in source]: Body of the first case is repatriated to Mongwalu, a gold-mining town where the majority of cases have been reported. [Date not specified in source]: WHO
Key entities: World Health Organization, Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Ituri province, North Kivu province, Kampala, Bunia.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Bundibugyo species of Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus indicated the outbreak likely
2023-05-03: Tatum exits Game 6 with 4:03 remaining in the third quarter, citing left knee soreness; he does not re-enter the game. 2023-05-03: Approximately six hours before Game 7 tip-off, Tatum is listed as questionable despite previous reports of him being healthy. 2023-05-03:
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An international team of researchers has published findings in Nature confirming the first known case of contagious cancer in a freshwater ecosystem, marking a significant discovery in oncology and environmental science.
Governing authorities in the occupied West Bank imposed strict movement controls and mass detentions after a confrontation with settlers, while political leaders issued sharply divergent responses to the escalating instability.
A sharp rise in premature births and stillbirths in Gaza is being driven by the collapse of prenatal services and severe maternal stress, leaving hospitals like Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital overwhelmed and aid organisations unable to meet the scale of need.
Following Team Washington’s win at the inaugural Kia Shooting Stars competition, Elena Delle Donne highlights the impact of the new collective bargaining agreement and rising attendance figures.
Los Angeles Dodgers are exercising caution with Shohei Ohtani’s left knee inflammation, ruling out a mound appearance in late July to safeguard his postseason availability.
Matthew Boyd allows one run over seven innings, but shallow fly balls with bases loaded derail scoring opportunity as Pittsburgh falls two games out of playoff contention
Charles Barkley criticises LeBron James’ ‘stacking’ strategy, noting the Philadelphia 76ers now face immense pressure to reach the finals
Philadelphia’s front office, led by president Bob Myers, pitched the opportunity to James via agent Rich Paul, aiming to challenge the defending champion New York Knicks
Al Jazeera reports that the expansion of GLP-1 prescriptions is significantly altering the United States healthcare system, sparking questions about the scope of their application.
Los Angeles maintain their position atop the majors as they manage injury protocols for Shohei Ohtani and key rotation members ahead of the October campaign.
LeBron James joins Jaylen Brown in Philadelphia, creating salary cap flexibility for the 76ers while drawing praise from local MLB counterparts.
Investor materials point to a $75 million annualised run rate by the third quarter, backed by $50 million in signed contracts across healthcare and manufacturing sectors.
The 41-year-old’s two-year, $8 million deal with Philadelphia, following the acquisition of Jaylen Brown, positions the franchise as a primary challenger to the defending champion New York Knicks.
Tennis Canada confirms withdrawals of world number one Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, prompting calls for structural changes to mandatory participation rules.
Authorities urge residents in northern Japan to exercise extreme caution against disaster risks and heatstroke as a stalled front brings severe weather conditions to the region.
While the Trump administration proposes expanding nicotine definitions in its 2027 budget, Chinese manufacturers are currently flooding the US market with unregulated products containing chemicals that animal studies suggest are more addictive than traditional nicotine.
With the Home Office preparing to tighten indefinite leave to remain requirements, Andy Burnham is exploring short-term funding fixes and a faster timeline for the national care service ahead of the next election.
The deal brings Co-Star’s leadership under Midjourney’s umbrella while granting the app’s chief executive operational autonomy, a move that coincides with broader corporate diversification efforts.
Newly appointed members, selected by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., provide decisive votes despite absence of human safety or efficacy evidence.
The 41-year-old scorer cites championship pursuit and New York residency as key factors in his move to the Eastern Conference.
Prosecutors secure plea deal as case highlights growing legal focus on parental liability for firearm access in US school violence
Officials warn that declining immunisation coverage and political scepticism are undermining herd immunity, leaving vulnerable populations exposed to a resurgence of a previously eliminated disease.
With only 1 million litres of diesel entering Gaza in early June 2026, residents face escalating health risks as extreme heat and prolonged power cuts render refrigerators useless.