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Tens of thousands without water in Mayotte as curfew brought in

Yahoo News - 3h

Curfew in Mayotte as thousands without water

Rescuers race to find missing people and survivors in the French territory devastated by Cyclone Chido.

BBC News - 3h

Congo says mysterious disease killing dozens of kids finally identified

"The mystery has finally been solved," Congo's health ministry says, after an unidentified disease outbreak started killing mainly women and children in a remote region.

CBS News - 10h

Tiny Coffins: Measles Is Killing Thousands of Children in Congo

Problems with getting vaccines to families have left many children unvaccinated and in danger of contracting the virus.

The New York Times - 10h

At least 25 are killed and dozens are missing after an overcrowded boat capsizes in Congo

Local officials and residents say an overcrowded boat capsized on a river in central Congo, killing at least 25 people, including children, and leaving dozens missing

ABC News - 21h

Rwanda and Congo cancel peace talks to end a conflict in eastern Congo

Much anticipated peace talks between Congo and Rwanda have been unexpectedly canceled

ABC News - 3d

The best children’s and YA books of 2024

From a boy on a snowy midnight adventure to a gothic family caper via a young offender inspired by poetry, our critics pick their favourite titles of the year. The best books to give as gifts ...

The Guardian - 3d

Thousands of East Coast drone sightings spark mystery

Thousands of drone sightings along the East Coast have ignited a mystery. Security agencies are challenged with answering why clusters of drones have been reported over at least seven states. Ali ...

CBS News - 3d

Thousands celebrate as South Korean President Yoon impeached

Thousands of protesters celebrated as South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was impeached over his short-lived attempt to impose martial law. The country’s Constitutional Court will decide whether ...

NBC News - 4d

‘Tens of thousands of lives on hold’: the crisis in English courts

Staffing and funding shortages are delaying — and in some cases denying — justice

Financial Times - 5d

Meet the volunteers delivering Christmas gifts to children in Haiti

A group of missionaries from Florida will continue their tradition of bringing gifts to children in Haiti.

CBS News - 5d

Florida group delivers Christmas gifts to children in Haiti

A Florida missionary group that helps charities fly life-saving supplies to Haiti delivered Christmas gifts to dozens of children in the war-torn country. Kati Weis has more.

CBS News - 5d

Relief for thousands of families burdened by crushing medical debt

After NBC's reporting on a large hospital system that placed liens on homes of patients who owed medical debt, the company removed the liens and canceled judgments against thousands of patients. ...

NBC News - 5d

Here are the retailers shuttering thousands of stores in 2024

Some major retailers are struggling to attract customers, leading to more than 7,100 store closures in 2024 — a 69% jump from a year ago.

CBS News - 6d

Homeless single father wants home for his children

Two parents speak to BBC News NI about their struggles at finding accommodation after becoming homeless.

BBC News - 6d

Mystery disease in Congo might be malaria but more testing is needed: authorities

Authorities say the mystery flu-like illness that has killed dozens of people in southwest Congo in recent weeks might be malaria

ABC News - 6d

Authorities say the mystery disease in Congo might be malaria but more testing is needed

Authorities say the mystery flu-like illness that has killed dozens of people in southwest Congo in recent weeks might be malaria

ABC News - Dec. 11

Firefighters battle Malibu wildfire as thousands evacuate

Crews are working to contain a massive wildfire in Malibu, California. It has burned at least 2,200 acres, or two and a half times the size of Central Park, causing thousands to evacuate. CBS News ...

CBS News - Dec. 10

'She would take off her uniform and cry' - thousands of children are missing school in Scotland

Twelve-year-old Hannah missed most of her primary education but has been receiving support to get her back to school.

BBC News - Dec. 10

Syrians Search Notorious Prison for Thousands of Missing

The regime’s downfall has given hope to families of Syrians who disappeared in recent decades.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 9

Pub's big storm loss as thousands without power

The storm's impact is still being felt, with many properties without power, and some flood warnings.

BBC News - Dec. 9

Tens of thousands of people evacuated as Philippines volcano erupts

The Philippines' Kanlaon volcano erupted for nearly four minutes, shooting ash 2.5 miles into the sky and prompting the emergency evacuation of some 87,000 people.

CBS News - Dec. 9

Thousands still without power after Storm Darragh

NIE Networks says it may be a number of days before all affected customers are reconnected.

BBC News - Dec. 8

Power still out for thousands after Storm Darragh

There are widespread power cuts across the country as Wales recovers from the damaging storm.

BBC News - Dec. 8

On These Apps, the Dark Promise of Mothers Sexually Abusing Children

Smartphone apps downloaded from Apple and Google can allow parents and other abusers to connect with pedophiles who pay to watch — and direct — criminal behavior.

The New York Times - Dec. 8

In Congo, a Medical Mystery Offers Clues to the Mpox Epidemic

In a remote Congolese town, a medical mystery led to the discovery of alarming changes in the mpox virus and, eventually, to a global health emergency.

The New York Times - Dec. 7

A Framework for Keeping Technology for Children Safe

The key to balancing tech features and safety is this: Tech in Steps.

Inc. - Dec. 7

Kate joined by children as she hosts carol service

The Princess of Wales will host a Christmas carol service, in her biggest event of a difficult year.

BBC News - Dec. 6

A Mysterious Respiratory Disease Has the Democratic Republic of the Congo on High Alert

The WHO has sent epidemiologists to the country to uncover the cause of the illness, which has killed more than 70 people, half of them children.

Wired - Dec. 6

Two children injured in shooting at northern California school

Two kindergarten students were wounded and the suspect is dead after a shooting at a school in Palermo, California. Officials say the suspected gunman had a meeting with a school administrator to ...

CBS News - Dec. 5

Congo investigating mystery flu-like disease that's killed at least 71

Congo's health minister says the government is "on general alert" over an unidentified disease that's killed dozens of people, about half of whom were children.

CBS News - Dec. 5

2 children wounded in California school shooting

Two children were wounded in a shooting Wednesday at a small religious school in Northern California, according to the local sheriff’s office. Law enforcement officials arrived on the scene to find ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

Mysterious illness in Congo has killed dozens of people, health authorities report

A mysterious disease with flu-like symptoms has killed dozens of people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to health officials.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Unknown flu-like disease kills at least 79 people in DR Congo

Authorities say those infected have symptoms including headaches, fever and a runny nose.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Children's services still a concern - commissioner

Yahoo News - Dec. 4

Extremist rebels linked to IS kill at least 9 and kidnap 3 in eastern Congo

Congolese authorities say extremist rebels linked to the Islamic State group killed at least 9 people, including an 8-month-old baby and a 14-year-old girl, in eastern Congo and kidnapped several ...

ABC News - Dec. 4