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Ukraine war briefing: North Korea sending 50,000 troops to Russia – Zelenskyy

Kim Jong-un’s regime has already provided thousands of soldiers, as well as missiles and artillery; Turkey readies arms package for Ukraine. What we know on day 1,629

The Guardian - AU

Five dead in new Russia, Ukraine strikes

KYIV (UKRAINE) - Russian strikes killed two people and wounded dozens across Ukraine overnight Saturday and Sunday, while a Ukrainian drone attack killed three people in Russia's Belgorod region.

Bangkok Post

DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak outpaces response as health workers strike over pay

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic ⁠of Congo is spreading faster than efforts to fight it, WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Wednesday. Families said many frontline workers in Ituri province, the epicentre of the outbreak, have gone on strike over pay issues, worsening access to healthcare.

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WHO chief says Ebola outbreak is outpacing response as aid workers strike over pay

The world's fastest-growing Ebola outbreak is spreading faster than containment efforts. Health workers are striking over unpaid wages, worsening access to care in remote areas. New cases are doubling in some hot spots, overwhelming response capabilities. The United States has pledged an additional $242 million for immediate response efforts. Contact…

The Economic Times

WHO chief urges stronger Ebola response in DR Congo visit

KINSHASA - The head of the World Health Organization on Wednesday urged authorities to step up the Ebola response and better protect frontline health workers, during a visit to the DR Congo where a deadly outbreak is spreading fast.

Bangkok Post

Fast-spreading Ebola outbreak outpaces recovery efforts as Congo aid workers strike

As of Monday, the outbreak has led to 3,874 confirmed cases and 1,751 deaths, according to the latest data from Congo’s Ministry of Health

The Independent UK

WHO chief arrives in Congo to help tackle deadly Ebola outbreak as confirmed cases soar

There have been nearly 4,000 confirmed cases since the outbreak was declared in mid-May

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Ultra-processed food companies hindering health drives by suing countries, says WHO

Exclusive: Director general accuses corporations of obstructing efforts to tackle obesity crisis after investigation by Guardian and others

The Guardian - UK

Ebola Kills 999 in DRC as Two Americans Are Evacuated and the Outbreak Shows No Sign of Slowing

The DRC Ebola outbreak has killed 999 people as of July 21, 2026. Two U.S. citizens have been evacuated to Germany. Here is what Americans need to know.

Medical Daily

Ebola 'spreading faster than any previous outbreak' in DR Congo, WHO warns

The World Health Organization on Thursday warned that the Ebola virus is spreading through the Democratic Republic of Congo faster than during any previous outbreak, with more than 2,000 confirmed cases and 796 deaths recorded in just two months. Health officials say the rapid spread, lack of approved vaccine for…

France 24

WHO launches first trial of antiviral to prevent Bundibugyo strain of Ebola

The World Health Organization launched the first clinical trial on Tuesday to test whether an antiviral drug can prevent infection in people exposed to the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as the outbreak continues to outpace response efforts and spread beyond known chains of transmission.

France 24

Cancer cases to soar by 2050 amid deep global inequalities, WHO warns

Cancer cases are projected to rise by 66,7% by 2050 while access to care remains unequal between rich and poor countries, a new WHO report warns.

Euronews

Bundibugyo Ebola Has Killed 454 People as the First Treatment Trial Opens

1,481 Ebola cases and 454 deaths in DRC, Uganda, and France as of July 4, 2026. No approved vaccine or treatment. The PARTNERS trial just enrolled its first patient. Here's the update.

Medical Daily

The hantavirus outbreak is over, WHO declares

A hantavirus outbreak that began on a cruise ship and prompted an international public health response has now ended. It sickened 13 people and caused three deaths.

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The Independent UK

Researchers launch study on Ebola treatments as Congo outbreak worsens

Researchers are beginning a highly anticipated study of two possible treatments for the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo

The Independent UK

Two dead as wildfires gut house in northern Greece as village evacuated

A 5km-long blaze outside Thessaloniki spread fast amid dry conditions and follows an unprecedented heatwave across Europe

Euronews

A 'prolonged' and 'dangerous' heatwave is set to intensify across the US

The director-general of the WHO said the organisation has partnered with FIFA to help protect players, staff and fans at the 2026 World Cup from the scorching temperatures.

International Business Times UK

Why Heat Is Europe's Silent Killer: 88% of 1,300 Deaths Were Elderly People Dying Alone in Private Homes

Europe's deadly 2026 heatwave has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths, with 88 per cent of victims elderly people found dead alone in private homes, according to the WHO.

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Europe Heatwave Turns Deadly: Roads Melt in UK and France as Record Temperatures Grip Continent

More than 1,300 people have died as Europe's record-breaking heatwave softens roads in the UK and France, disrupts infrastructure and forces millions to battle dangerous temperatures.

Euronews

Europe's record-breaking heatwave: What you need to know

Death toll tops 1,300 as record temperatures shift east, with Ukraine's war-damaged power grid now bracing for the heat's next phase.

The Economic Times

Built for cold, battered by heat, summer is bringing Europe to its knees

Europe is grappling with a devastating heatwave, claiming over 1,300 lives and straining medical facilities. The extreme temperatures highlight a critical flaw in the continent's housing, ill-equipped for prolonged heat. Many residents are adapting by altering routines and seeking natural cooling, while the demand for air conditioning surges despite high…

The Independent UK

More than 1,300 deaths linked to Europe heatwave, WHO says

France is the worst-affected country in Europe with at least 1,000 deaths in just three days

The Times of India

Europe temperatures shatter records: 191 mn face 35C on Sunday; over 1,300 dead in extreme heat

Europe is grappling with a devastating heatwave, claiming over 1,300 lives and shattering temperature records. Nations like Denmark, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic have seen unprecedented highs, leading to widespread infrastructure disruptions, including buckling roads and reduced train services. Rivers are drying up, impacting power generation and agriculture, while tragically,…

France 24

More than 1,300 excess deaths linked to record-breaking Europe heatwave, WHO says

More than 1,300 excess deaths have been recorded in connection with Europe's record-breaking heatwave since June 21, according to the World Health Organization on Sunday. Earlier that day, health officials in France reported that there had been around 1,000 more deaths than expected in the country since Wednesday.

The Economic Times

More than 1,300 excess deaths recorded in Europe heatwave: WHO

The World Health Organization said Sunday that over 1,300 excess deaths had been recorded in Europe since June 21 in connection with the record-breaking heatwave roasting much of the continent. And across Europe, "more than 1,300 excess deaths have been recorded since 21 June linked to high temperatures in Europe",…

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