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US doctor who contracted Ebola in the DRC flown to Germany for treatment
Dr Peter Stafford’s wife and four children are also being monitored for symptoms amid Ebola outbreak in the DRCAn American doctor who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been flown to Germany for treatment, along with his wife and four children, as the World Health Organization warned of the “scale and speed” of the outbreak.Authorities have reported at least 134 suspected deaths and more than 500 cases of the hemorrhagic Bundibugyo virus, which has no approved treatment...
Jeff Bezos' ex-wife MacKenzie Scott can’t find place in top donors list despite ‘gifting’ billions
Despite gifting $7.1 billion in 2025, MacKenzie Scott was excluded from the Chronicle of Philanthropy's top donor list. Her substantial donations, exceeding Jeff Bezos' lifetime giving, were overlooked due to a lack of public details about Yield Giving's operations. Scott prioritizes private, impactful giving over public recognition.
Pakistan's Agha loses cool, faces ICC's punishment after B'desh loss
Salman Agha was officially reprimanded by the ICC for hitting an advertising board with his bat after his dismissal during Pakistan’s second Test against Bangladesh national cricket team in Sylhet. He received one demerit point, his second offence in 24 months. Pakistan also suffered a 78-run defeat as Bangladesh completed a historic 2-0 series sweep.
Harry Styles tour to review staging after fan complaints
Harry Styles tour to review staging after fan complaints8 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAnthony Pham/Getty ImagesFans have complained about having their view blocked by the walkwayHarry Styles' world tour is set to review its staging following complaints from fans over obstructed views.After the Together, Together tour kicked off in Amsterdam for a run of 10 shows, some concertgoers have said they weren't able to see the Aperture singer for much of the evening.The tour's official...
Beer bin warning for metal fans heading to Download
Beer bin warning for metal fans heading to Download1 hour agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGavin BevisEast MidlandsGetty ImagesThis year's festival is due to get under way on 10 JuneRail bosses have urged people heading to this year's Download Festival to travel light following reports metal fans tried to board last year with wheelie bins packed full of beer.Thousands of rock music lovers are expected to descend on Donington Park in Castle Donington for the event, which starts on 10 June.Bu...
'Eternal cities': PM Modi finds 'sambandh' between Rome & Kashi in Italy address - watch
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi drew a cultural and spiritual connection between Rome and Varanasi during his address in Italy, calling both “eternal cities”. Speaking at a joint press conference with Italian counterpart Georgia Meloni on stage on Wednesday, PM Modi noted that when two "civilisations" come together, decisions surpass any particluar agenda.
Nuclear energy, Taiwan and Trump's 'Golden Dome': 5 takeaways from Putin-Xi meet
Just days after US President Donald Trump concluded his high-profile visit to Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping rolled out another elaborate welcome at the Great Hall of the People, this time for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
MPs raise concerns about police investigations into Al Fayed abuse claims
MPs raise concerns about police investigations into Al Fayed abuse claims11 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEllie PriceNews correspondentSHAUN CURRY/AFP via Getty ImagesHundreds of women have accused Al Fayed, who owned the luxury Harrods store in London, of rape, sexual assault and traffickingA group of MPs has raised concerns about the way current and historical investigations into allegations of abuse by Mohamed Al Fayed have been handled by police.They are seeking a meeting wit...
Newsom’s ‘break the glass’ warning fuels Hilton accusation Democrats are exploiting jungle primary fears
California Republican gubernatorial frontrunner Steve Hilton blasted Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom for "fear mongering" after the governor suggested he had a contingency plan if Democrats appeared at risk of being shut out of the general election.California’s primary election is just two weeks away, and under the state’s jungle primary system — where the top two vote-getters advance regardless of party — both Democrats and Republicans fear they won’t be represented in the general election.Newsom...
George Soros group pledges $300m to US economic security and civil liberties
Billionaire philanthropist’s Open Society Foundations has worked to advance justice and human rights around worldFor decades, the Open Society Foundations have worked to advance justice and human rights in Africa, the Middle East and trouble spots around the world. But the OSF’s latest major investment is aimed at a crisis closer to home.On Tuesday, the organisation, founded by the billionaire philanthropist George Soros and headquartered in New York, announced a $300m spend aimed at boosting ec...
Woman stunned to unearth 3-carat diamond at state park after heartbreaking year
A grieving woman unearthed an unusually large diamond at a state park just days after burying her father — and months after losing her son.Keshia Smith, a resident of Pennsylvania, found the 3.09-carat diamond at Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park in Pike County last month.Officials described the "gorgeous" gem as having "a flat, smooth appearance" and measuring about the size of a bead.OKLAHOMA FAMILY UNCOVERS 'REALLY NEAT' DIAMOND AT STATE PARK, THANKS TO DOLLAR-STORE TOOLS"It is colorles...
Mamdani won't attend Israel Day Parade, breaking decades-long mayoral tradition amid antisemitism surge
Democratic-Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani of New York City is being slammed by Jewish groups for his decision to miss the city’s historic Israel Day Parade. His decision comes as the Big Apple wrestles with record levels of antisemitism.Home to the largest Jewish population outside of Israel, Jewish New Yorkers have long viewed the annual parade as one of the city’s clearest public displays of solidarity with both the Jewish state and the community. On Tuesday, two of the city’s most prominent J...
UK police apologize to 'Father Ted' creator Graham Linehan for arrest over trans social media posts
The Metropolitan Police has issued an apology to an Irish comedy writer who was arrested over his social media posts criticizing transgender issues, according to a new report.Graham Linehan, creator of "Father Ted," was detained by five armed officers at Heathrow Airport in September 2025 on suspicion of inciting violence. The Telegraph reported that Lynsay Watson, a transgender former police officer, reported Linehan for a hate crime stemming from three social media posts Linehan had posted cri...
Brad Pitt’s new skincare brand has launched – this is what you need to know
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Vanderbilt pitcher screams at batter like a maniac, gets hit with instant karma one pitch later
It’s that time of year, boys and girls. We’re on the doorstep of the College World Series, otherwise known as the most underrated tournament of the year. We always hype up March Madness, and for good reason. Obviously, that’s the GOAT. I get it. I watch it. I enjoy it. But I’ve long said that college baseball deserves some more shine. ESPN owns all the rights, and completely buries it for 11 months out of the year until June rolls around. It’s disgusting. It’s a disservice to the fans, to the pl...
Mandatory digital ID launch called 'a fiasco' by scrutiny committee
Mandatory digital ID launch called 'a fiasco' by scrutiny committee24 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJennifer McKiernanPolitical reporterReutersThe announcement led to protests outside the Labour Party conference last yearThe launch of plans for government-issued digital ID for all British adults last year has been labelled "nothing short of a fiasco" by the home affairs select committee.Sir Keir Starmer announced he wanted to bring in compulsory digital ID for workers in Septembe...
Justice Department expected to announce charges against Raul Castro
The charges are expected to include allegations of murder.
Friday night problems: Alabama high school football coach banned for season after recruiting violation
The State of Alabama is the latest to crack down on recruiting within high school football, with Mary G. Montgomery head coach Zach Golson being suspended for the upcming season.You might be wondering what type of recruiting violations would end up getting a coach escorted out of the school after being placed on administrative leave when accusations started flying.Well, in my neck of the woods of Semmes, Alabama, keeping a secret or not running to social media to blast the latest gossip is essen...
Pushkar Jog breaks silence on Alia Bhatt’s viral Cannes 2026 video
Actor Pushkar Jog has come forward to address swirling rumors about Alia Bhatt being overlooked by photographers at Cannes. According to Jog, who was present to witness the event firsthand, the alleged neglect stemmed from the hectic nature of the festival, where photographers are often confined to designated spots.
Xi basks in spotlight as he hosts Putin days after Trump
Xi basks in spotlight as he hosts Putin days after TrumpJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLaura BickerChina correspondentGetty ImagesFor the last week, the Chinese leader looked like the man everyone wants to meetCheering children - check. Military honour guard – check. Cannon fire and marching band - check.Vladimir Putin's welcome outside the Great Hall of the People was a near mirror image of the reception for Donald Trump last week.Two high-stakes presidential visits, just days apart...