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In Remote Eastern Congo,a New Mpox Variant Is Attacking Children
An earlier strain of the virus was concentrated among adult men. Now it is moving quickly between children, and in many cases it is proving fatal.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 22 -
Mpox cases in Congo may be stabilizing. Experts say more vaccines are needed to stamp out virus
Some health officials say mpox cases in Congo appear to be “stabilizing.”Health - ABC News - 4 days ago -
First case of more spreadable mpox detected in UK
A single case of mpox linked to a recent outbreak in parts of Africa has been detected in the UK.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
Congo cancels an auction for 27 sites earmarked for oil exploration
The government of Congo has canceled an auction for 27 sites earmarked for oil exploration, citing late submissions and a lack of competitionWorld - ABC News - October 14 -
Congo wants UN peacekeepers gone. But endless war around minerals is complicating that
The end of one of the world’s deadliest and yet most shadowy wars is as difficult to predict as the end of the large peacekeeping force meant to contain itWorld - ABC News - October 29 -
Africa's mpox deaths surpass 1,000 as health officials urge international support
Africa's top public health agency says the number of mpox-related deaths in the continent has surpassed 1,000 and warned of the continuing threat of cross-border contamination and a lack of rapid ...World - ABC News - October 17 -
Africa's mpox deaths surpass 1,000 as health officials urge international support
Africa's top public health agency says the number of mpox-related deaths in the continent has surpassed 1,000 and warned of the continuing threat of cross-border contamination and a lack of rapid ...Health - ABC News - October 17 -
U.S. boosts passenger screening as Marburg and mpox viruses spread
Rwanda says it's gaining control of a Marburg outbreak, but U.S. authorities are taking no chances as another killer virus spreads fast.Top stories - CBS News - October 18 -
Germany's disease control center reports 1st case of new mpox variant
Germany’s disease control center says that a new, more infectious variant of the mpox virus has been detected in Germany for the first timeHealth - ABC News - October 22 -
Germany's disease control center reports 1st case of new mpox variant
Germany’s disease control center says that a new, more infectious variant of the mpox virus has been detected in Germany for the first timeWorld - ABC News - October 22 -
First UK case of mpox variant clade Ib detected in London
Person diagnosed after developing flu-like symptoms and rash, as UKHSA says risk to UK population remains low. Health officials have reported the UK’s first case of mpox caused by a new strain that ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
How could Trump allies challenge the US election result?
Former president refused to concede defeat in 2020 and there are signs he could do it againWorld - Financial Times - October 30 -
Cost of Mpox Shot Deters Americans at Risk, Critics Say
The epidemic in Africa continues to grow, prompting fears of another outbreak in the U.S. But the vaccine is no longer free, and vulnerable people are going without.Health - The New York Times - 3 days ago -
Two new cases of more spreadable mpox found in UK
All three patients were infected with the Clade 1b variant, which appears to transmit more easily.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
U.K. Confirms New Cases of Clade Ib Type of Mpox
The authorities said the risk of a rapid spread remained low because the new cases had had household contact with the first infected person.World - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
ICC prosecutor announces renewed probe into alleged crimes in conflict-torn eastern Congo
The International Criminal Court prosecutor is renewing an investigation in Congo and focusing on allegations of crimes committed in the conflict-torn North Kivu province in the central African ...World - ABC News - October 14 -
Years of war in Congo have created a dire mental health crisis. But little support is available
Years of conflict in eastern Congo have created a dire mental health crisisHealth - ABC News - October 16 -
Years of war in Congo have created a dire mental health crisis. But little support is available
Years of conflict in eastern Congo have created a dire mental health crisisWorld - ABC News - October 16 -
Congo's president announces plans for a new constitution. Opposition worried about term limit change
Congo’s President announced a national commission will be set up next year to draft a new constitution for the central African country, raising concern among the opposition over possible altering ...World - ABC News - October 24 -
50 years after Ali fought Foreman in Congo, the 'jungle' hasn’t stopped rumbling
Fifty years after Muhammad Ali fought George Foreman in Zaire, the fight still has lasting legacy in the country now known as CongoEntertainment - ABC News - October 29 -
50 years after Ali fought Foreman in Congo, the 'jungle' hasn’t stopped rumbling
Fifty years after Muhammad Ali fought George Foreman in Zaire, the fight still has lasting legacy in the country now known as CongoSports - ABC News - October 29 -
Boxing dreams live on in Congo's grassroots clubs 50 years after the 'Rumble in the Jungle'
A punch crunches into the side of Daniella Muleketsi’s faceWorld - ABC News - October 30 -
Boxing dreams live on in Congo's grassroots clubs 50 years after the 'Rumble in the Jungle'
A punch crunches into the side of Daniella Muleketsi’s faceSports - ABC News - October 30 -
Outbreaks of Marburg virus, Mpox and avian flu underscore need for reset of pandemic preparedness, report says
A new report warns world leaders that they are not fully prepared for the next global pandemic.Business - MarketWatch - October 14 -
UK identifies 4 cases of new mpox variant, the first cluster outside Africa
British health officials say they have identified four cases of the new, more infectious version of mpox that first emerged in Congo, marking the first time the variant has caused a cluster of ...Health - ABC News - Yesterday -
UK identifies 4 cases of new mpox variant, the 1st cluster outside Africa
British health officials say they have identified four cases of the new, more infectious version of mpox that first emerged in Congo, marking the first time the variant has caused a cluster of ...World - ABC News - Yesterday