BERLIN (Reuters) - A World Health Organization official stressed on Tuesday that mpox, regardless of whether it is the new or old strain, is not the new COVID, as authorities know how to control its spread. "We can and must tackle mpox together," said Hans Kluge, WHO regional director for...

Mpox Is Not the New COVID, Says WHO Official

The Africa CDC or centres for Disease Control has declared its first ever public health emergency over the most recent mpox outbreak that began in DR Congo last September but has since spread to other countries. Over 38,000 cases and more than 1,400 deaths have been attributed to the virus on the continent since the start of 2022.

Africa's top health body sounds alarm over mpox outbreak

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When it comes to laws and regulations across the globe, we often assume there to be a level of uniformity, especially in the Western world. However, you'd be surprised to learn that some everyday items in the UK are considered contraband elsewhere. Internet Marketing experts from SEO Builder delved into the bizarre world of international regulations to uncover some of the peculiar items that are perfectly legal in the UK but banned in other countries.Chewing Gum in SingaporeIn the UK, chewing gum is a common sight. From supermarket checkouts to corner shops, you can find a pack of gum almost...

7 bizarre things that are illegal in other countries

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Police said Tuesday human remains were found inside a large crocodile suspected of killing a tourist in Australia’s second fatal attack in about a month.

Human remains inside crocodile believed to be those of tourist on vacation with family

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Popular tourist destinations in Greece, including Athens and Santorini, are struggling with overcrowding and economic strain.

Greece is in the middle of an anti-cruise rebellion, with locals complaining about over-tourism and trashed streets

Two drug dealers have been jailed after cannabis plants worth more than £300,000 were discovered. Marjus Gashi, 34, and Albjon Kucuku, 31, were arrested on 2 May at the former’s home in Shelton Road, Stanground, Peterborough, after Cambridgeshire Police executed a warrant and found 285 plants worth up to about £240,000.

Pair jailed after police uncover cannabis factory

The woman, named locally as Alberta Obinim, died at the scene in Gorton while two others are in hospital.

Woman killed and two hurt in stabbing

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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It's been four decades since Emmy-nominated actor Lloyd Haynes died of lung cancer at only 52 years old. Best known for his compassionate performance as history teacher Pete Dixon on television's groundbreaking, academic-geared dramedy, Room 222 (ABC, 1969-1974), Haynes was beloved by his fans, family, friends and colleagues alike. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Room 222' TV Actor Lloyd Haynes: 4 Decades After His Tragic Death From Lung Cancer

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Tech entrepreneur Lynch and his daughter are among six missing after superyacht Bayesian sank on Monday morning

Sicily yacht sinking LIVE: Divers struggle to access cabins as Mike Lynch and others still missing

Paddlers and swimmers are being warned to take extra care at the beach to avoid being stung by venomous fish. People on the Norfolk and Suffolk coast have reported stings from standing on weever fish, which have spiny backs that can puncture the soles of feet, causing a painful sting.

Beachgoers warned to watch out for venomous fish

Africa is home to multiple certified billionaires and other high-net-worth individuals, including the richest black man on earth. The continent is home to 135,200 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) with liquid, investable wealth of $1 million or more. Also, there are 342 centi-millionaires worth $100 million or more and 21 dollar billionaires,...

Here are the top 5 African countries with the fastest-growing millionaire populations

More than 600 fish from across 15 different species have been found during survey work of a river. Environment Agency staff visited the River Stour near Dedham on the Essex/Suffolk border recently. Staff undertook an electrofishing survey - a harmless and humane way of catching fish to examine them. The...

More than 600 fish found during river survey

60-year-old Nigerian Liya’u Sa’adu has been sleeping under a bridge in the country’s biggest city, Lagos, for 30 years. According to a BBC report, Sa’adu, 60, has called the space under the bridge his residence for 30 years, and now considers himself a “guardian” for numerous other homeless people who have also now sought shelter there.

Nigeria: Man, now 60, has been sleeping under a bridge in Lagos for 30 years

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She was pampered after her death, but even that couldn't wipe the pain from her face.

We Finally Know Why This Nightmarish Mummy Has Been Screaming For 3,500 Years

The force believe two men might have information which could help officers with their inquiries.

Search for duo as part of stabbing investigation

The captain of a boat that rescued 15 people after after a luxury yacht sank off the coast of Sicily has described the incident as "a big disaster". One person on board the vessel is confirmed to have died, while another six remain missing. Karsten Borner said his own boat...

Captain of Bayesian rescue boat describes 'disaster'

Panama will start on Tuesday to repatriate undocumented migrants on flights financed by the United States. The move comes less than two months after José Raúl Mulino was sworn in as Panama's president. Mr Mulino campaigned on a promise to "close" the Darién Gap, the dangerous stretch of...

Panama starts returning migrants on US-funded flights

The boss of Foxtel - a majority News Corp-owned cable television company in Australia - has "unreservedly" apologised after an image surfaced of him performing a Nazi salute. Patrick Delaney said he believed he was showing "the similarity" between the gesture and one used by some fans of a Western Sydney soccer club when the photo was taken a decade ago.

News Corp boss apologises for doing Nazi salute

Three teenagers were taken to hospital with stab wounds after the incident.

Boy, 17, arrested after triple stabbing

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Mpox not new Covid and can be stopped, expert says

The world must act now to ensure vaccines reach the areas most in need, the WHO's Dr Hans Kluge...

Mpox not new Covid and can be stopped, expert says

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