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Healthcare workers at an Ebola treatment center in Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo, have stopped working to demand two months of unpaid salary. This strike comes as the number of deaths from Ebola in the country has risen to over 1,400.
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Healthcare workers at an Ebola treatment center in Bunia, DR Congo, are on strike.
The workers want payment for two months of unpaid salary.
The strike is happening during a rise in Ebola deaths.
More than 1,400 people have died from Ebola in DR Congo so far.
The strike could affect efforts to control the Ebola outbreak.
Bunia is one of the locations affected by the outbreak.
Ebola is a serious viral disease that can cause severe illness and death.
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In rural Zimbabwe, a new telehealth program connects patients with doctors through video calls, reducing the need for long and costly travel. This service, started in 2024, uses local health workers and satellite internet to provide medical care in remote villages.
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Telehealth centers in Zimbabwe allow patients to have video consultations with doctors.
The program began in 2024, led by ZimSmart Villages in partnership with state-owned telecom and postal companies.
Zimbabwe has fewer doctors per people compared to the African average, especially in rural areas.
Patients like Anymore Kadzunge travel long distances for healthcare; telehealth helps by bringing doctors closer digitally.
Local nurses check vital signs and help patients before video appointments.
Starlink satellite internet and backup batteries keep the centers running during power cuts.
By 2026, 28 telehealth centers were set up across seven Zimbabwean provinces, completing over 28,000 virtual visits.
The telehealth centers are located inside existing post offices to improve accessibility for rural residents.
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France is fighting large wildfires in the southwest near Bordeaux while another fire has been contained. The country and western Europe are preparing for more heatwaves this week, which increase the risk of new fires.
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One wildfire in southwest France is contained according to President Emmanuel Macron.
A larger wildfire near Bordeaux is still burning and not fully controlled.
Over 220,000 people have been evacuated from the affected areas.
Officials say the "monster" wildfire has stopped growing but is not fully contained.
New heatwaves are expected in western Europe this week, raising fire danger.
Climate change and lack of prevention measures contribute to the wildfires.
The local economy will face big costs for rebuilding and reforestation after the fires.
France’s interior minister is monitoring the fire situation closely.
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham has appointed Bridget Phillipson as chair of the Labour Party. Phillipson will work with deputy leader Lucy Powell to prepare the party for the next general election and focus on modernizing digital campaigning.
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Bridget Phillipson is the new Labour Party chair.
She is also the minister for women and equalities.
Phillipson will collaborate closely with deputy Labour leader Lucy Powell.
Both Phillipson and Powell competed for deputy leader last year, with Powell winning.
Phillipson used to be education secretary before Powell took that role.
She replaces Anna Turley, who joined the Home Office as a minister.
The leadership team aims to change party culture and prepare policies for the next election, due by 2029.
Phillipson said she wants to build a strong campaign to win a second Labour term and challenge Reform UK.
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Betye Saar, a well-known artist in the Black arts movement, died at the age of 99 in Los Angeles. She was famous for creating art from everyday objects and challenging racist images from the past, such as her notable work reimagining Aunt Jemima as a figure of Black liberation.
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Betye Saar died at age 99 in her hometown of Los Angeles.
She was an artist known for “assemblage,” a style using everyday objects to make sculptures.
Saar reclaimed racist objects from the Jim Crow era and turned them into symbols of Black freedom.
One of her most famous works is the 1972 piece "Liberation of Aunt Jemima," which changed a racist stereotype into a powerful image.
Saar started her art career at 35 after working in design and continued creating art into her 90s.
She was inspired by African diaspora, spirituality, and alternative religions worldwide.
Saar taught and influenced many Black artists, including Kerry James Marshall.
She was recognized as a major figure in West Coast art and was scheduled for induction into the American Academy of Arts and Letters in 2026.
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France and Spain are fighting very large wildfires that have destroyed homes and forced many people to leave their homes. A new heatwave is expected soon, which could make the fires worse. European countries are sending help, including planes to drop water on the fires.
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A huge fire near Bordeaux, France, has burned about 42,000 hectares (103,000 acres) and forced 220,000 people to evacuate.
Another fire in the Landes region of France is now contained but still dangerous.
In Spain, fires west of Madrid have led to the evacuation of about 60,000 people.
The fires have destroyed homes and campsites, causing significant loss to residents.
French President Emmanuel Macron and Spanish officials warned that the next weeks will be difficult due to heat and fire conditions.
The European Union is sending extra water-bombing planes to help fight the fires.
New heatwaves are expected in France, Spain, Portugal, Hungary, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic.
The large fires are creating their own weather patterns, including lightning storms that can start new fires.
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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky is visiting the White House to meet President Donald Trump and seek continued U.S. support against Russia’s invasion. The meeting happens as both Kyiv and Moscow increase military attacks, while diplomatic talks remain difficult.
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Zelensky will meet President Trump in Washington on Tuesday morning.
The visit aims to strengthen U.S. support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.
Both Ukraine and Russia have recently increased long-range missile strikes.
More than 390 Ukrainian drones targeted the Moscow region, causing some damage.
Relations between Zelensky and Trump have improved somewhat after previous tensions.
Trump has shifted from direct arms deliveries to a program where Europeans supply weapons to Ukraine.
The U.S. supports Ukraine with intelligence and satellite communication technology.
Previous U.S.-mediated peace efforts stalled due to disagreements over territory claimed by Russia.
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Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House to seek more U.S. support against Russia amid ongoing conflict. This visit happens as both Ukraine and Russia increase military actions and diplomatic talks remain stalled after over four years of war.
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Zelensky will meet President Trump on Tuesday at the White House.
The meeting aims to secure more U.S. assistance against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Ukraine and Russia are escalating long-range strikes, including drone attacks on Moscow.
Diplomatic efforts led by the U.S. have not advanced much since the war began in 2022.
Trump has reduced direct arms shipments to Ukraine but still supports Kyiv through European allies and intelligence sharing.
Previously, Trump and Zelensky had tense meetings but recently Trump has shown a more positive tone.
Trump intends to allow Ukraine to produce Patriot missiles to help defend against Russian attacks.
Zelensky recently met Trump’s envoys to discuss restarting stalled peace talks.
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The Yemeni Houthi movement aims to control the Bab al-Mandeb Strait in the Red Sea, copying Iran’s strategy in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Yemen’s foreign minister-designate Afrah al-Zouba. This move threatens important global trade routes and comes amid rising conflict with Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s government.
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The Houthis want to control shipping in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, similar to Iran’s control in the Strait of Hormuz.
Bab al-Mandeb connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and is crucial for global trade.
About 30% of global container traffic and 12-15% of overall trade pass through the Red Sea.
Yemen’s west coast controls access to Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
Shipping traffic in the Red Sea has declined recently, with only 11 cargo ships passing on one recent day.
In July, the Houthis declared a maritime siege on Saudi shipping and attacked Saudi Arabia with missiles and drones.
Saudi Arabia responded with air strikes on Houthi-held Hodeidah port.
The conflict has killed hundreds of thousands since 2014, most from famine and disease caused by the war.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are visiting Washington, D.C. They will meet separately with President Donald Trump to discuss the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Iran. Their visits coincide with the funeral of Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who had a notable role in influencing both conflicts.
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Volodymyr Zelensky and Benjamin Netanyahu are both visiting Washington, D.C.
They will meet individually with President Donald Trump at the White House.
Zelensky will discuss the war in Ukraine during his meeting.
Netanyahu will talk about the conflict involving Iran.
Their visits happen on the day of Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral.
Lindsey Graham was a long-time Republican senator with influence on Ukraine and Middle East issues.
The meetings focus on two different wars affecting international peace and security.
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A new IMAX movie called "The Odyssey" has attracted many viewers. Because of the movie, more people are also reading the original ancient Greek book that inspired it, which is over 2,700 years old.
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The movie "The Odyssey" is shown in IMAX format, which is a large, immersive film experience.
Many people are watching the movie in theaters.
Interest in the original book, also called "The Odyssey," has increased.
The original book is an ancient Greek epic poem written about 2,700 years ago.
The original work is considered a classic of world literature.
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Parts of the UK are experiencing a fourth heatwave this year, with temperatures expected to reach up to 35°C by midweek, especially in the south-east and east of England. The UK Health Security Agency has issued amber heat health alerts due to increased health risks, mainly for vulnerable people.
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The heatwave will peak on Wednesday, mainly affecting central, southern, and eastern England.
Temperatures are forecasted to rise between 30°C and 35°C in the hottest areas.
Northern Ireland, Scotland, and northern England will see cooler, wetter weather.
The UKHSA has issued amber alerts for the East Midlands, East of England, London, and the South East from Wednesday to Thursday.
Other regions like Yorkshire and the Humber, West Midlands, and South West have less severe yellow heat alerts.
July 2026 is the second hottest month on record in the UK, with an average temperature of 17.5°C.
Low rainfall this month has caused dry conditions, leading to hosepipe bans and an increased risk of wildfires.
No significant rain is expected soon, which could worsen dry ground and soil moisture levels.
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Search efforts are ongoing for Elizabeth Waddell, a 44-year-old mother from North Carolina, who has been missing for five days on the Caribbean island of Grenada. Authorities and locals are involved in finding her.
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Elizabeth Waddell is a 44-year-old woman from North Carolina.
She has been missing for five days on the island of Grenada.
Grenada is a Caribbean island nation.
A search is currently underway to locate her.
Both authorities and local people are participating in the search.
CBS News is reporting on the situation.
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Large wildfires are spreading in parts of Spain and France. These fires have forced hundreds of thousands of people to leave their homes, and officials say the fires might keep burning for several months.
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Wildfires are affecting areas in Spain and France.
The fires have caused many people, including tourists, to be stranded.
Authorities have evacuated hundreds of thousands of residents to keep them safe.
Officials warn the wildfires could last for months.
The situation is ongoing and serious, with emergency responses in place.
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Punch the Monkey, a popular internet character, recently turned one year old. The Ichikawa City Zoo shared that he received more than 2,500 birthday cards from fans to celebrate this milestone.
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Punch the Monkey is an internet-famous character.
He celebrated his first birthday recently.
Ichikawa City Zoo announced the birthday event.
Fans sent over 2,500 birthday cards to Punch the Monkey.
The celebration reflects Punch the Monkey’s popularity online.
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A 21-year-old man said he was bitten by a shark while standing in waist-deep water near Daytona Beach, Florida. He is now at home recovering from his injuries.
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The incident happened near Daytona Beach, Florida.
The man was wading in water that was waist-deep.
He was bitten by a shark during this time.
The man is 21 years old.
After the bite, he went home to recover.
No further details on the severity of the injury or shark type were provided.
The event was reported on July 27, 2026.
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Wildfires are burning across parts of France and Spain, with firefighters racing to control the flames before a new heatwave hits western Europe. Leaders in France and Spain are responding to the crisis, while the UK is preparing for more wildfires amid rising temperatures.
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Wildfires are currently raging in France and Spain, threatening large areas of land.
French President Emmanuel Macron held a meeting to manage the wildfire crisis.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez spoke about the dangers of climate change linked to the fires.
Weather forecasts warn of another heatwave with temperatures possibly reaching 40°C in western Europe.
UK fire crews are preparing for more wildfires as a fourth heatwave is expected soon.
The fires have moved dangerously close to the city of Bordeaux in southwest France.
Several UK newspapers reported on these events, showing concern over both the fires and upcoming heatwaves.
The article also mentions other news stories but the main focus is on the wildfire crisis in Europe.
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Two lifeguards in California helped a young swimmer who was in danger of being swept out to sea by strong rip currents. They stayed in the rough water to keep the swimmer safe during the weekend.
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The incident happened along the California coast.
Dangerous rip currents were present in the ocean over the weekend.
Two lifeguards played a key role in saving the young swimmer.
The swimmer was at risk of being carried far out to sea.
The lifeguards faced strong waves while performing the rescue.
The story was reported by Jericka Ducan for CBS News.
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A very dangerous tornado struck Wisconsin on Monday during a severe weather event that affected over 100 million people. This tornado was part of a larger storm system causing severe weather across a wide area.
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The tornado was described as extremely dangerous.
It passed through the state of Wisconsin.
The severe weather system impacted more than 100 million people.
The event occurred on a Monday.
The coverage was reported by CBS News journalists Ian Lee and Rob Marciano.
The storm system caused widespread severe weather beyond just the tornado.
Severe weather included high winds, heavy rain, and possibly other hazards.
The tornado caused significant concern due to its intensity.
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A retired Chilean military colonel, Nelson Haase Mazzei, was arrested after fleeing for three years following his conviction for the kidnapping and murder of singer Víctor Jara during Chile’s military dictatorship. Jara was killed shortly after the 1973 coup, and his case is part of broader efforts to address human rights abuses under General Augusto Pinochet’s rule.
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Nelson Haase Mazzei, an 80-year-old retired colonel, was convicted in 2018 for kidnapping and murdering Víctor Jara.
Haase Mazzei fled before starting his 25-year prison sentence and was arrested in 2024.
Víctor Jara was a famous Chilean singer, Communist Party member, and university professor.
Jara was arrested shortly after the 1973 military coup, tortured, and killed at Chile Stadium.
Investigations showed Jara suffered numerous injuries, including 44 bullet wounds.
The murder was declared a political execution and a serious human rights violation by a 1991 official report.
Chile has created truth commissions to investigate abuses during Pinochet’s 17-year dictatorship.
Haase Mazzei was the final convicted military officer to begin serving a prison sentence related to these crimes.
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