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Ebola outbreak may be spreading faster than first thought, WHO doctor warns

Hundreds of cases are suspected in central Africa but experts fear the actual number may be much higher.

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Families 'terrified', have 'grave concerns' for Australians on Gaza flotilla detained by Israel

The wellbeing of 11 Australian activists is unknown after their Gaza-bound flotilla was intercepted overnight.

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Two dead from mosquito-borne virus as NT authorities urge precautions

NT Health has recommended people take preventative measures, including using insect repellent and covering up.

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Father-of-eight killed in San Diego mosque shooting hailed as hero

Security guard Amin Abdullah, one of three killed in the attack, was described as "a shining light".

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Three people killed in San Diego mosque shooting, two suspected gunmen found dead

The mother of one of the suspects had called police about two hours before the shooting, San Diego police chief Scott Wahl said.

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'Doesn't return by chance': Australia's 'deeply concerning' diphtheria outbreak, explained

The vaccine that prevents this "ancient" disease is freely available. Experts say its resurgence is alarming.

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Victim or enabler? Epstein girlfriend who could face questions despite plea deal

Nadia Marcinko is relatively unknown but may soon be called before US legislators.

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Cuba warns of 'bloodbath' amid Trump pressure: Is a US attack looming?

Relations between the two countries have deteriorated sharply in recent days. Experts say Trump's aims in the region are unclear.

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Son of Mango boss arrested over father's fatal fall from cliff

Isak, 71, died in December 2024 after falling from a ravine while walking in the Montserrat mountains near Barcelona.

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Trump says he held off new attack on Iran after Gulf countries' request

Trump said the US military is still "prepared to go forward with a full, large scale assault" on Iran if no deal is reached.

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'Far-reaching impacts': Why there's concern over a pledge to amend discrimination laws

The Coalition has vowed to "define biological sex" in the Sex Discrimination Act as a first-term priority if it wins government.

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Selling children to survive: Afghan fathers forced to make impossible choices

In Afghanistan today, a staggering three in four people cannot meet their basic needs.

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Bodies of four missing Italian divers found in undersea cave as Maldives starts investigation

It's believed to be the deadliest diving disaster in the Indian Ocean tourist destination.

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Taylor responds after Liberal senator breaks ranks over Coalition's migration policy

The Coalition should be wary of its tone and not approach migration as a "negative", a Liberal senator has said.

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