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Africa: WHO Adds First Diagnostic Test for Ebola Bundibugyo Virus to Its Emergency Use Listing
[WHO] Today, the World Health Organization (WHO) has added the first molecular diagnostic test for Bundibugyo virus (BDBV) to its Emergency Use Listing (EUL). The test detects the virus by identifying its genetic material in blood samples, helping confirm infection rapidly and
Cossacks, volunteers help keep order at petrol stations in Russian Black Sea resort
July 3 - Cossacks and volunteers have stepped in to help city officials and police keep order and prevent conflicts at petrol stations in the popular Russian Black Sea resort of Anapa, as Ukrainian attacks worsen a countrywide fuel crisis.
Should workers get time off to mourn pets? South Korea remains divided
Around 29.2 per cent of households in South Korea had pets in 2025, the highest figure on record.
Africa: Taking the World's Temperature - WHO Chief Spotlights Global Health Emergencies
[UN News] The hantavirus global outbreak is officially over, Ebola outbreaks are growing in Africa and responders are helping recovery efforts in quake-hit Venezuela, the World Health Organization (WHO) chief said on Thursday, announcing updates on global health emergencies.
Africa: Ulysses in Isizulu - Why an African Translation of the Classic Irish Novel Matters in Today's World
[The Conversation Africa] Every year on 16 June, readers around the world celebrate Bloomsday, the annual commemoration of Irish writer James Joyce's landmark 1922 novel Ulysses.
6.2 earthquake hits eastern Indonesia
The tremor hit at a depth of 120 kilometres, roughly 58 kilometres west of Tobelo in North Maluku province, and officials confirmed there is no tsunami threat.
A realist reading of the Israel-Turkey rupture
There is a temptation, whenever two regional powers start hurling accusations of genocide and dictatorship at each other, to read the moment as a clash of civilizations or of irreconcilable values. The Turkey-Israel rupture invites exactly that kind of reading: Recep Tayyip
Spain cruise past Austria while Portugal edge Croatia Wednesday to book last-16 tie
Spain blanked Austria 3–0 in California with a brace from Mikel Oyarzabal and a Pedro Porro header. They will meet Portugal, who edged Croatia 2–1 in Toronto thanks to a late Gonçalo Ramos header.
Dolphins increasingly rely on trawlers for food in overfished Adriatic, say scientists
In one area 76% of fishing boats were followed, with baby dolphins learning the technique from their parents Bottlenose dolphins in the Adriatic are increasingly following trawlers to scavenge for food, with baby dolphins learning the technique from their parents, a study has
Bottlenose dolphins in the Adriatic Sea seem to be heavily reliant on trawlers for food
Bottlenose dolphins in the Adriatic Sea are spending much of their time following trawlers to scavenge for food, scientists say. The Adriatic seabed has been plowed by bottom trawlers for decades, resulting in ecosystem damage. Many apex predators are no longer present there.
Madonna’s Dance Floor-Dominating ‘Confessions II’ Is Her Best Album in Decades: Album Review
“Sometimes I like to just hide in the shadows,” mutters Madonna at the start of “I Feel So Free,” the opening track on her 15th album “Confessions II.” “Create a new persona. A different identity. I can be whoever I want to be.” As hard as it may be to picture Madonna hiding in
Afghans come home but risk exclusion without any ID
Afghan returnees deported from Pakistan often require an ID card to access work or education.
Magnitude 6.2 earthquake strikes off eastern Indonesia: USGS
The jolt struck at a depth of 120km, around 58km west of Tobelo.
Madonna Finds a Nonstop Groove on Her Best Album in 20 Years
On Confessions II, pop's queen of queens shows how dramatic and ecstatic a dance floor can be
A strange LIGO signal could reveal the missing link behind dark matter
An unusual gravitational wave signal has renewed hopes that primordial black holes, long considered purely theoretical, may finally be within reach of discovery. If confirmed, they could solve one of astronomy's greatest mysteries by explaining the nature of dark matter.
Death toll hits 10 in Thai monk procession crash
Police said the truck was driven by an 11-year-old who had taken the vehicle without permission.
Trump says 'ridiculous' for US to maintain current support for NATO
US President Donald Trump said it is "ridiculous" for the United States to continue its "one-sided" relationship with NATO.
Thailand on alert for heavier rain with tropical storm expected from July 4 to 6
Those in Thailand are advised to follow official updates closely.
Inside Taiwan’s nightmare scenario: Chinese blockade, earthquake, sabotage and invasion
Taiwan has been ramping up its so-called “resilience” exercises to prepare civilians and officials for crises.
Asian markets rise as beaten tech stocks enjoy respite from selling
Oil prices edged up but held recent losses fuelled by increased traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and on hopes for progress in US-Iran talks.
California Man Pleads Guilty to Sending Nancy Guthrie’s Family Fake Ransom Note
Today Show host Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother was abducted on Jan. 31
Turkish comedian arrested for 'insulting' Islam and Erdogan
Turkish comedian Deniz Göktaş was arrested at Istanbul Airport on Thursday following a stand-up show posted to YouTube. The 32-year-old faces multiple probes, including "publicly insulting religious values" and insulting President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Scientists stunned as bumble bees solve a classic intelligence test
Bumble bees astonished researchers by inventing a new way to reach a hidden reward, despite never being taught the trick. The discovery adds to growing evidence that these tiny insects are far smarter and more adaptable than once believed.
Dem CO gov nominee calls out DSA candidate for antisemitism comment
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser (D), who defeated Sen. Michael Bennett (D) in Colorado’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, said he would confront congressional candidate Melat Kiros (D) for refusing to condemn the deadly 2025 firebomb attack on Jewish activists in Boulder
Many students listen to music to focus and stay motivated while they study—but it doesn't always help
Walk into any college library and you will likely see students wearing headphones and listening to music.
The Ninth Jedi trailer reveals a future for Star Wars beyond the Skywalker saga
Lucasfilm has released the new trailer for its The Ninth Jedi series, which continues Kara story in a gripping exploration of light and dark.
Jack Smith says DOJ ‘can't do its job’ because of judges’ distrust of prosecutors
Former special counsel Jack Smith warned that the U.S. is facing an “attack on the rule of law” under President Trump, saying he is “very concerned” about the integrity of future elections and accusing the administration of weaponizing the Justice Department. Smith, the special
Secrets of government bunker pyramid that just sold for $207M exposed for first time
Former workers reveal the eerie interior had a “lost time capsule vibe” with old furniture, strange colors, and even artificial windows.
U.S. still China’s main rival despite report on Japan and Philippines’ capabilities
Experts say Beijing’s scrutiny of Tokyo and Manila reflects concerns of military integration in the South China Sea
AI romance scam impersonating Dubai prince ensnares victims
Maria believed she was romancing a prince from Dubai, captivated by his flirtatious smile and declarations of affection he showered on her during live video calls. But the suitor was an AI deepfake, making her yet another victim of an online romance scam. The case illustrates
Feline fleas carry bacteria linked to human disease in South Texas, study finds
As human cases of flea-borne murine typhus continue to occur in South Texas, researchers are working to better understand the role cats and their fleas may play in the disease's transmission cycle.
Wildfires sweep across France – in pictures
Nearly 3,000 people have been evacuated in south-western France as the country swelters through a record-breaking heatwave. The fire started at a campsite, destroying dozens of mobile homes before spreading to the marina area, where thick, toxic smoke blanketed the boats. The
NSW records first suspected case of deadly H5 bird flu as virus reaches Australia’s east coast
Migratory giant petrel discovered near Hawks Nest north of Newcastle infected with H5. Testing under way to determine if it’s highly pathogenic H5N1 strain Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast New
Indonesian military says recovers body of American pilot killed by rebels in Papua
The separatist group had said the attack was a “message” to the US and Indonesian governments.
Extreme heat advisory delays National Mall July 4 event, organizers say
Entry to the National Mall for a record-breaking fireworks show celebrating July 4 has been delayed as Washington, D.C. braces for extreme heat, Freedom 250 organizers said Thursday. President Trump insisted he would still deliver a lengthy speech at Saturday’s “Salute to
The center has shifted: Multifunctional facility in Japan reshapes where people linger
Suburban city centers across Japan are gradually declining as residents shift to car-oriented shopping malls in outlying areas. Urban planners have sought to reverse this trend through urban catalytic projects, strategically placed facilities designed to trigger broader
War Drama ‘Peluru Senja: The Ghost & the Gun’ Locks Malaysia Theatrical Date, Drops Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)
The first trailer for “Peluru Senja: The Ghost & the Gun” has arrived alongside confirmation of a nationwide Malaysian theatrical release on Aug. 28, timed to the country’s Independence Day weekend. Local distributor MSK Cinemas will handle the rollout. The Bahasa
Indian PM Modi to make first official visit to New Zealand next week
SYDNEY, July 3 - New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said on Friday that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will make his first official visit to New Zealand next week.
Roll-out of Malaysia’s new 10-year passport smooth and efficient, say applicants
The new Malaysian international passport, offering up to 10 years’ validity, was rolled out on July 1.
How many of these games with pixel art styles can you identify?
Examine these cropped screenshots bit by bit.
Moritz Borman, Oliver Stone Collaborator and ‘Terminator’ Movie Producer, Dies at 71
Borman was working on an untitled John Lee Hancock movie.
Cruise ship docked in San Francisco hit by norovirus outbreak
A Princess Cruises cruise ship docked in San Francisco has seen an outbreak of norovirus, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC said that 102 out of the over 3,000 passengers onboard the Ruby Princess have been affected, along with 23
Scientists discover a protein switch that burns fat and blocks new fat cells
A protein called “Mitch” may hold the key to a new generation of obesity treatments. Researchers found that disabling it in human cells boosts fat burning, increases energy use, and makes it harder for new fat cells to develop. The findings help explain why mice lacking Mitch
Hantaviruses may have co-evolved with rodents for ages, helping explain silent spread
What does a hantavirus do inside its rodent hosts? How do these viruses move through animal populations? And how is it that they cause almost no apparent symptoms in rodents, yet can be nearly fatal in humans? Specially Appointed Professor Hiroaki Kariwa has been studying
Airborne AI spots underwater munitions in shallow seas with high precision
A new airborne imaging approach can reliably detect unexploded weapons that lie in shallow coastal waters and remain an ongoing hazard to public safety, marine ecosystems and infrastructure worldwide. By combining advanced multispectral sensing with artificial intelligence, the
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Rehearsal Dinner Guests Arrive: Jack Antonoff, Lena Dunham, and More
Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper were also among the celebs descending upon MSG on Thursday
A $580 taxi fare sparks fresh concerns over tourist scams in South Korea
A broader pattern of complaints over unfair pricing and service practices facing foreign visitors has emerged.
Evocative photos of Canadian Arctic win New Scientist Editors Award
Natalya Saprunova's photo series exploring coastal erosion and permafrost thaw across Inuvialuit territories in Canada has won the New Scientist Editors Award at the Earth Photo 2026 competition
