The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that new Ebola cases are growing faster than the current health response can handle. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that the outbreak is spreading more quickly than efforts to control it.
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Ebola cases are increasing rapidly in the affected areas.
The health response is not scaling up quickly enough to stop the outbreak.
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus made the statement after a recent meeting.
International health partners are involved in the response efforts.
The outbreak is considered a serious health emergency by WHO.
More resources and faster action are needed to contain the virus.
The situation continues to develop with new cases reported regularly.
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The Metropolitan Police Commissioner, Sir Mark Rowley, admitted that his police force made a mistake in investigating a complaint against a journalist who was investigating plagiarism claims about a University of Cambridge professor. Jason Arday, the professor involved, resigned following allegations of plagiarism and other questioned claims about his academic and personal achievements.
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Sir Mark Rowley said the police "dropped the ball" by spending four months on a complaint against journalist Jack Grove about his coverage of Jason Arday.
The complaint, made by Jason Arday, was eventually closed and should have been dismissed earlier as it did not require investigation.
Jason Arday resigned from his position at Cambridge amid a plagiarism scandal.
Arday admitted to errors in his work and said he faced constant public attacks and scrutiny.
Allegations included plagiarism in Arday’s PhD thesis and other disputed claims, such as running 600 miles in six days and raising £5.5 million for charity.
Liverpool John Moores University, which awarded Arday his PhD, investigated similar allegations last year but did not uphold the plagiarism charges.
Arday cited lack of proper supervision and his autism and learning disabilities as factors in his mistakes, saying he could not afford a proofreader when starting his academic career.
Jesus College, Cambridge, where Arday was a fellow, announced it would begin its own investigation into the matter.
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There were violent protests in Thetford, Norfolk, related to anti-immigration feelings. Police officers were hurt, properties were damaged, and several people were arrested after groups clashed with the police over the housing of asylum seekers.
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Two police officers were injured during anti-immigration protests in Thetford.
Protesters damaged homes by smashing windows and breaking fences.
A man was arrested for public order offenses and later given a conditional caution.
Two more arrests were made, including a man charged with carrying a wooden bat as a weapon.
Police used significant resources to control the situation and keep people safe.
The local Member of Parliament called the violence "deeply concerning" and condemned mob actions.
The unrest followed plans to house asylum seekers in former military barracks near Thetford.
Police promised to support peaceful protests but will act against violence.
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After violent events in Nablus, Israel closed roads and checkpoints in the West Bank, making it hard for pregnant women to get to hospitals. A paramedic regularly helping these women shared the difficulties they face during these closures.
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Violent clashes in Nablus on July 24 led to deaths of two Israeli settlers and four Palestinians.
Following the violence, Israel sealed off the West Bank by blocking roads and closing checkpoints.
Pregnant women in the area experience serious problems reaching hospitals during these closures.
A paramedic regularly transports pregnant women and reported the hardships involved.
The situation worsens after outbreaks of violence when access is most restricted.
The article highlights one woman who was bleeding heavily and needed urgent medical care.
The West Bank remains a region with frequent travel and access challenges for Palestinians due to security measures.
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The United States dropped the first atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan, in August 1945 during World War II. These bombs caused massive destruction and loss of life, ending the war but starting the nuclear age with new global risks and political tensions.
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The first atomic bomb, called "Little Boy," was dropped on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945.
The second bomb, called "Fat Man," was dropped on Nagasaki three days later.
Tens of thousands died immediately in both bombings, with many more injured and suffering long-term effects.
The bombs contributed to Japan’s surrender and the end of World War II.
Afterward, several countries developed their own nuclear weapons, including the Soviet Union, Britain, France, China, India, Pakistan, and North Korea.
The threat of nuclear weapons has led to fears of global destruction and ongoing arms races.
Survivors of the bombings have shared personal stories about the long-term physical and emotional impacts.
Experts warn the greatest current danger is a nuclear weapon being used again, especially by irresponsible leaders.
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ABC News interviewed the cast of "The Shards," a new drama series created by Ryan Murphy. The show takes place in the 1980s and explores a story set in that decade.
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"The Shards" is a new drama series.
Ryan Murphy is the creator of the series.
The story is set in the 1980s.
ABC News’ Rhiannon Ally conducted the interview with the cast.
The interview gives viewers insight into the series’ themes and characters.
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A study found that people aged 48 to 68 who have normal blood pressure, do not have diabetes, and do not smoke can live about 13 years longer without developing dementia. The research followed over 12,000 adults for 26 years and showed that women and white individuals generally lived more years without dementia than men and Black individuals.
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Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure; 38 million have diabetes; over 16 million have smoking-related diseases.
Having normal blood pressure, no diabetes, and not smoking in midlife is linked to nearly 13 extra dementia-free years.
The study tracked more than 12,000 adults from an average age of 56 for 26 years.
Participants with no risk factors lived about 30 dementia-free years; those with all three risk factors lived about 17 years.
Women lived longer without dementia than men, regardless of risk factors.
White participants lived more dementia-free years than Black participants.
The study shows a link between better heart and blood vessel health and longer dementia-free life but does not prove cause and effect.
Risk factors were measured only once at the study’s start, so changes over time were not tracked.
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U.S. officials say the country still has large supplies of key missiles used to defend military bases in the Middle East. Recently, Iran and groups it supports have launched many missile and drone attacks on U.S. bases in countries like Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, raising concerns about missile defenses and supply levels.
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President Donald Trump stated the U.S. has ample stocks of important munitions, including air defense missiles.
Iran and its proxies attacked at least eight countries in the Middle East after a ceasefire deal with the U.S. collapsed in mid-June.
Since June 18, Iran or allied groups conducted dozens of attacks: 57 in Kuwait, 38 in Bahrain, and 27 in Jordan.
Three U.S. service members were killed in July by a missile and drone attack on a base in Jordan.
The U.S. uses Patriot and THAAD missile systems to intercept Iranian ballistic missiles.
Before the war began, the U.S. had 452 THAAD interceptors and 2,330 Patriot interceptors; by late July, these numbers had dropped to 234 and 759 respectively.
Ukraine has faced challenges because Patriot interceptors were sent to the Middle East, limiting Ukraine’s missile defenses.
Iranian ballistic missiles could potentially reach as far as Greece and parts of Ukraine and Russia, putting U.S. regional bases at risk.
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Jason Arday, the youngest Black professor at Cambridge University, resigned amid accusations of plagiarism and fabrications in his biography. Arday denied intentional wrongdoing and said his resignation was due to the stress of public criticism.
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Jason Arday became Cambridge's youngest Black professor in 2023 at age 37.
He claimed to be autistic and dyslexic, saying he started speaking at 11 and reading/writing at 18.
Accusations include copying academic work without proper credit and fabrications in his life story.
Nathan Cofnas, a former Cambridge researcher, used plagiarism software and found alleged copying in Arday’s work.
Liverpool John Moores University investigated Arday’s PhD thesis and found no misconduct.
Questions arose about Arday’s claims about fundraising and publishing a book.
Supporters say Arday is a victim of an ideological campaign tied to his work on race and diversity.
Critics say the case raises concerns about academic honesty and diversity policies in universities.
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Jason Arday, the youngest Black professor at the University of Cambridge, resigned amid accusations of copying other academics’ research without proper credit. Cambridge has started an investigation into his academic qualifications and the university’s hiring and diversity policies.
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Jason Arday was appointed as a professor at Cambridge in 2023.
He resigned following allegations of plagiarism, which he denies.
Cambridge is investigating new information about Arday’s academic background and honorary positions.
Arday holds a degree from the University of Surrey, a master’s from St Mary’s University, and a PhD from Liverpool John Moores University.
His academic work and qualifications have been questioned by critics.
Arday previously worked at Durham University and the University of Glasgow.
Cambridge faced criticism for possibly defending Arday due to diversity goals.
The case raises concerns about how universities verify qualifications and oversee academic integrity.
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Charlie Chaplin’s 1940 film “The Great Dictator” was one of the first major Hollywood works to openly criticize antisemitism and Nazism at a time when many avoided the topic. In 2024, pop star Boy George released a song supporting Jewish victims of antisemitism after a deadly attack in October 2023 and faced backlash, showing the ongoing challenges in speaking out against antisemitism today.
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In 1940, Charlie Chaplin made “The Great Dictator,” a film opposing Hitler and antisemitism before the U.S. entered World War II.
Warner Bros. had earlier made “Confessions of a Nazi Spy,” but it faced vandalism and attacks, showing fear around confronting antisemitism.
Jewish people in Hollywood often stayed silent due to fear of backlash from the public or “the mob.”
Boy George, a famous 1980s pop star, released a song called “We Will Dance Again” expressing support for Jewish people after an antisemitic attack in October 2023.
Boy George wrote the song after meeting families of victims and felt deeply moved by their stories.
The song’s lyrics included statements about war and defended the right to self-defense, which sparked controversy.
Boy George faced public and industry pushback, including cancellation of his West End performance and removal of his song from some platforms.
The situation highlights how speaking against antisemitism can still provoke strong negative reactions.
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German officials found a drone carrying explosives near a Ukrainian plane loaded with ammunition at Leipzig airport, possibly preventing a major disaster. Authorities suspect foreign involvement, focusing on Russia, but have not officially confirmed who was responsible.
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A drone with explosives was discovered near Ukrainian cargo planes at Leipzig airport.
The explosives included semtex, a strong plastic explosive, attached to the drone.
The detonator on the drone was damaged, preventing it from exploding.
The Ukrainian plane was carrying military ammunition and jet fuel.
Leipzig airport is a NATO and German military logistics hub and the base for Ukraine’s Antonov Airlines in Europe.
The drone was thought to be modified to avoid electronic detection.
Officials suspect the attack was a professional "hybrid" operation likely involving foreign powers, with suspicion directed at Russia.
The discovery caused a temporary shutdown of Leipzig airport and disrupted nearby air traffic, including a DHL cargo plane that collided with another drone.
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NASA is tracking a large asteroid named 2026 OE1, about the size of a passenger plane, which will pass safely near Earth on August 7. The asteroid will be about 1.82 million miles away, much farther than the Moon, and poses no danger to the planet.
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The asteroid 2026 OE1 is roughly 180 feet (55 meters) wide.
It will pass Earth at a distance of about 1.82 million miles (2.93 million kilometers).
This distance is more than seven times the distance from Earth to the Moon.
NASA tracks many near-Earth objects (NEOs) that come close to Earth’s orbit.
Several other smaller asteroids will also pass near Earth this week at various distances.
NASA’s monitoring helps scientists predict asteroid paths and assess any possible risks.
Potentially hazardous asteroids are larger than about 460 feet (140 meters) and come within 4.6 million miles of Earth’s orbit.
2026 OE1 is not considered a risk for impact with Earth at this time.
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Since a ceasefire began in Gaza on October 10, 2025, about 300 children have been killed—about one child per day, according to UNICEF. Children in Gaza face serious dangers including illness, malnutrition, lack of clean water, and limited access to education and healthcare.
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Around 300 children have died in Gaza since the ceasefire started roughly 300 days ago.
Hundreds more children have been severely injured during this period.
Families are confined to about one-third of Gaza, living among rubble and destroyed buildings.
Children suffer from malnutrition, disease, unsafe water, and damaged sanitation systems.
Over 58,000 children have lost one or both parents since October 2023.
More than one million children need protection and mental health support.
Many children had to stop schooling and lack access to play and educational materials.
UNICEF is delivering supplies like school materials and soap to help children prepare for the new school year.
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Bird flu (H5) has been detected on South Australia’s Limestone Coast for three weeks. Many local birds are sick or dead, and people who care for wildlife are very worried about the impact on bird and other animal species.
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The bird flu started on South Australia’s Limestone Coast in early July, first found in a seabird called a greater crested tern.
The region has many important bird species, including resident and migratory shorebirds.
Dozens of birds, mainly greater crested terns and some gulls, have fallen ill or died.
Some species that are already threatened, like fairy terns, face high risk from the virus.
Marine mammals like sea lions and fur seals are also being watched closely for possible infection.
Wildlife carers must now wear protective gear and follow strict cleaning rules when treating wild animals.
The local wildlife vet clinic is overwhelmed, as more sick birds arrive and other vets have stopped accepting them due to risks.
Authorities warn that dead infected birds left in nature can spread the virus to other wildlife, making control harder.
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Iran and Oman have agreed on new navigation coordinates for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. At the same time, President Donald Trump denied claims that the United States has run out of defense munitions.
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Iran and Oman reached an agreement on updated coordinates for ship passage in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial waterway used for global shipping.
The new coordinates aim to regulate and manage ship traffic safely.
President Donald Trump responded to reports about U.S. defense supplies.
He rejected the claim that the U.S. lacks defense munitions.
The developments were reported by Al Jazeera journalist Mohammad Saleh.
The agreement highlights cooperation between Iran and Oman in a sensitive region.
The issue connects to broader concerns about security and military readiness.
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Diarra Kilpatrick, the star of the show "Diarra from Detroit," spoke on CBS Mornings about the new season of the series. The latest season started streaming last week on the platform Paramount+.
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Diarra Kilpatrick is the lead actor in "Diarra from Detroit."
The show has a new season that recently began.
The new season premiered last week.
It is available on the streaming service Paramount+.
Kilpatrick appeared on CBS Mornings to talk about the show.
CBS News provides video coverage and discussion of the show.
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Health officials are investigating a new outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness, linked to lettuce that has been recalled. This is the fifth outbreak related to cyclospora that the FDA has looked into since early July.
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Cyclosporiasis is an illness caused by a parasite called Cyclospora.
The current outbreak is connected to lettuce that has been recalled.
The FDA has already investigated four cyclospora outbreaks since early July.
Cyclosporiasis usually spreads through contaminated food or water.
Symptoms can include diarrhea, stomach cramps, and nausea.
The recall means the lettuce is being removed from stores to prevent more people from getting sick.
The FDA is working to find the source of contamination and keep people safe.
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Uganda has received permission from its parliament to send troops to Gaza as part of an international peacekeeping force. This force, proposed by President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace, aims to maintain peace and help rebuild after the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
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Uganda’s parliament approved sending troops to join an international peacekeeping force in Gaza.
The defense minister introduced the motion for troop deployment.
Morocco has also promised to send troops for this mission.
The force is called the International Stabilization Force for Gaza.
It was proposed in February by President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace.
A U.S. general, Maj. Gen. Jasper Jeffers, will lead the force.
The force plans to have 20,000 troops.
The peacekeeping force will arrive in Gaza after Israel completes a step-by-step withdrawal from the area as part of a recent deal.
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An oil spill from a suspected Russian ship is threatening a nature reserve off the coast of Oman. The cause of explosions that led to the oil leak is still unknown.
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The oil spill is near a nature reserve in Oman’s coastal area.
The spilled oil came from a ship believed to be Russian and described as a "ghost ship" (a vessel without clear ownership or contact).
Explosions caused the oil leak, but the reason for these explosions is not known.
The incident poses environmental risks to marine life and the reserve’s ecosystem.
Authorities and experts are monitoring the situation to assess the damage.
No confirmed response or cleanup effort information has been provided yet.
The spill adds to existing concerns about maritime safety and pollution in the region.
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