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Ukrainian strikes have severely impacted Russia’s shadow fleet, resulting in the loss of 49 vessels this week and escalating fuel shortages across the country.
Dozens of students and teachers abducted from schools in Oyo State, Nigeria, have been rescued after 56 days in captivity. President Bola Tinubu announced the successful operation, which resulted in the arrest of eight assailants. The kidnappings have raised ongoing concerns about the security crisis in Nigeria.
Passengers swim to safety after a Cessna 402B aircraft operated by ZED Airlines made an emergency water landing off Lafiteau, Haiti, with no injuries reported.
Two vials of hantavirus went missing from an Australian lab in 2024, now linked to a recent outbreak on the cruise ship MV Hondius. Investigations reveal they might have been destroyed during transfer. Follow our live blog for the latest updates on the ongoing situation.
Three people have died from a hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius in the Atlantic Ocean. Former Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhüttl, who contracted the virus in 2012, shared his harrowing experience. The ship is now en route to the Canary Islands for further assistance.
Donald Trump has ordered the release of hundreds of classified UFO files, including witness testimonies and state documents. This initial tranche features 169 items, such as NASA transcripts and a drone pilot’s account from September 2023. More disclosures are forthcoming.
Gavi, backed by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, warns of an outbreak linked to the MV Hondius, with five confirmed cases of hantavirus. As health officials trace contacts, the number of cases may rise. Stay updated on the developing situation.
The Global Compact on migration is yielding progress; however, increased dangers arise as smugglers adapt to intensified patrols. Following a new UK-France deal aimed at reducing small boat crossings, reports indicate that launch sites are shifting further south, exacerbating risks for migrants.
Mount Dukono erupted this morning, killing three hikers, including two foreigners. Despite climbing restrictions, the group attempted to summit the active volcano, which erupted, sending ash 10km high. Rescue teams have located all survivors; investigations into possible negligence continue.
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