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WHO warns Ebola outbreak in DRC outpaces containment efforts

WHO warns DRC Ebola outbreak risks outpacing containment as attacks disrupt efforts, with 220 suspected deaths. Conflicts and mistrust fuel spread, complicating response amid limited vaccines and unstable regions. CDC highlights low U.S. risk but stresses global coordination.
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Suspected Ebola cases in DR Congo surpass 900 as health workers confront attacks and shortages

Ebola cases in DR Congo exceed 900 as attacks on facilities and supply shortages worsen containment. The Bundibugyo strain, linked to conflict zones, fuels a crisis exacerbated by aid cuts and distrust of foreign aid. Experts warn of a dire need for integrated solutions to break the cycle of violence and disease.
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Trump: U.S.-Iran Deal Near, Yet Major Disputes Persist

U.S.-Iran talks near breakthrough, per Trump, but disputes over Strait control, sanctions, and nuclear limits persist. Historical tensions and regional distrust cast doubt on a lasting deal, as verification challenges and competing priorities threaten progress.
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Trump administration halts detainee removals to DRC amid Ebola surge

U.S. halts deporting detained immigrants to DRC amid Ebola surge, citing public health risks. Legal tensions arise as repatriation clashes with travel bans, raising questions about international law and disease control.
Politics

UK Spends 25 Times More on Youth Benefits Than Jobs, Report Says

UK youth benefits outspend job support 25:1, with over a million 16-24-year-olds NEET, per ONS data. Report warns systemic neglect fuels dependency, urging a 'system reset' to align welfare with labor market needs.
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Putin Vows Retaliation After Accusing Ukraine of Attacking Starobilsk Civilian Building

Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed retaliation after accusing Ukraine of a drone strike in Starobilsk that killed six and injured 39, claiming a civilian building was targeted. Ukraine countered it hit a military unit, highlighting mutual accusations and the escalating humanitarian toll of drone warfare in the conflict.
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RNA Blood Tests and AI Enable Earlier Parkinson’s Diagnosis

RNA blood tests and AI tools are revolutionizing Parkinson’s diagnosis, detecting the disease years before symptoms emerge. A 2023 *Nature Aging* study showed an 86% accurate RNA test, while wearable tech and AI analyze movement and voice patterns for early signs. Challenges remain in validation and accessibility, but these advances could transform Parkinson’s from a progressive condition to a manageable disease.
Politics

EU and US Agree on 15% Tariff Cap Ahead of Trump Deadline

EU and US finalize 15% tariff cap deal ahead of Trump’s July 4 deadline, averting trade tensions. The agreement, brokered on May 20, 2026, includes EU concessions to avoid U.S. retaliatory measures, though extended sunset clauses and unresolved non-tariff issues linger.
Health

PREDIMED-Plus Trial Shows Modified Mediterranean Diet Reduces Diabetes Risk by 31%

A Spanish study shows a modified Mediterranean diet, combined with exercise and coaching, cuts type 2 diabetes risk by 31% in adults with metabolic syndrome over six years, offering a scalable preventive strategy.
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WHO Declares Emergency Over Bundibugyo Outbreak in DRC and Uganda

WHO declares emergency over Bundibugyo virus outbreak in DRC and Uganda, with over 300 cases and 88 deaths. Conflict and displacement complicate containment as no vaccines or treatments exist.
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David Lammy Presses JD Vance on Migration Concerns After Henry Nowak’s Murder

British Deputy PM David Lammy directly rebuked U.S. Vice President JD Vance, denying a link between migrant influx and Henry Nowak’s murder, as the case sparked transatlantic tensions. Lammy defended Britain’s justice system and rejected Vance’s claims, while the Nowak family urged against politicizing their son’s death.
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Crypto Markets Bleed in a Massive Drop Since FTX

Crypto markets plunged $390B, marking the worst weekly drop since FTX, as AI gains and macro shocks drive selloff. Bitcoin and Ether hit 17.3% and 22% declines, with corporate Bitcoin sales and ETF outflows amplifying the downturn.
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Two Roads to a Trillion: Anthropic and OpenAI Sprint to IPO With Opposite Strategies

Anthropic's efficiency-driven AI strategy, fueled by $47B annual revenue and $559M Q2 profit, positions it ahead of OpenAI's projected $14B loss in 2026, as the firm races to IPO before its rival. The race highlights a clash between capital-heavy scaling and cost-conscious innovation in the AI sector.
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Deal on Paper, Death in Practice: 6,000 Oleshky Civilians Starving as Evacuation Goes Nowhere

Starvation grips Oleshky, where 6,000 civilians face famine as a stalled evacuation deal leaves them trapped. Russia’s blockade, drone strikes, and denied aid have turned the city into a death trap, with over 300 deaths reported. Volunteer efforts and international appeals highlight a worsening humanitarian crisis.