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KINSHASA, CONGO — A flu-like disease that has killed dozens of people over two weeks is being investigated in southwestern Congo, local authorities said.  The deaths were recorded between November 10 and November 25 in the Panzi health zone of Kwango province. Symptoms include fever, headache, cough and anemia, provincial health minister Apollinaire Yumba told reporters over the weekend.  The deputy provincial governor, Remy Saki, told The Associated Press on Tuesday that between 67 and 143 people had died. Читать дальше...

It's not all fun and games for toy manufacturer Mattel, which was hit with a class-action lawsuit Tuesday over a high-profile packaging error on dolls depicting characters in Universal Pictures' Wicked. Law firm Poulin Willey Anastopoulo filed the suit in U.S. District Court for the Central District of California on behalf of South Carolina resident...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have raised questions about their charity including where their money came from and where it is going.

Rhubarb can be easily incorporated into a diet for impressive health benefits. The vegetable is packed with vitamins and antioxidants, plus is high in calcium and fiber.

Donald Trump has an obsession with total power, and America’s greatest democratic allies have taken notice.

“The Brutalist,” director Brady Corbet’s Oscar-contending epic, has gotten a lot of attention for its intermission. The three-and-a-half-hour-plus film has a 15-minute break in the middle, allowing moviegoers to use the facilities without missing any of Adrien Brody’s performance.   At the Gotham Awards Monday night, where “The Brutalist” was nominated for two awards, Corbet told […]

NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) -- A stowaway who bypassed security to get on a flight from New York City to Paris last week was again removed from her return flight after causing another disturbance, law enforcement sources told PIX11 News on Tuesday. It was the second attempt to bring the woman back to the United [...]

Winter Walking and climbing, all weather dependant upon the conditions. A communal meal on Saturday will be provided to suit vegetarians. This meet may suit aspirant members who wish to up their winter skills. All activities will be weather dependent so appropriate winter gear may be necessary. For any additional information contact Neil Atkins.

Rodman led U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) to its first Olympic gold in 12 years   Washington, D.C. (12/03/2024) – Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman has been named a finalist for U.S. Soccer’s Female Player of the Year award, the federation announced today. The forward was previously named U.S. Soccer’s Young Female Player of the […]

LUANDA — President Joe Biden on Tuesday announced more than $1 billion in humanitarian assistance to Africa during a visit to Angola, where the United States is showcasing a major infrastructure project aimed at countering China's investments on the continent.

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On Sunday, around 50 Chesterfield County cops gathered at a WalMart for the "Shop With a Cop" event. Kids from low-income families are given gift certificates and walk the store with police officers to, um, build trust. — Read the rest

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One woman says he touched her bottom and another says he pressed his crotch against her while filming.

After an innocent man was accused of sexually assaulting a teenage girl, he spent 47 years wrongfully convicted of the crime. Now, Leonard Mack is suing New York’s Westchester County District, the town of Greenburgh and several people who he claims played a role in his wrongful arrest and incarceration.

Posh and Becks were invited to a lavish state banquet at Buckingham Palace tonight.

“This year’s finalists represent a remarkable cross-section of the global entertainment landscape, showcasing an exceptional ability to resonate with diverse audience tastes and trends from around the world,” said Brandon Katz, Executive Producer of the ...

Researchers have found that water on Comet 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko has a similar molecular signature to the water in Earth's oceans. Contradicting some recent results, this finding reopens the case that Jupiter-family comets like 67P could have helped deliver water to Earth.

The Perfect World Shanghai Major's opening stage ended Tuesday with eight teams advancing to the elimination stage.,The Mongolz, Team Liquid, GamerLeg

An independent advocate leading an inquiry into bullying practices at the Bishops Diocesan College has preliminarily found violence, bullying and intimidation in various forms was prevalent in its various boarding houses.

VENICE — A student who admitted murdering his ex-girlfriend in a brutal case that sparked outrage and soul searching in Italy was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday.

What motivated your club to join the Audubon International Cooperative Sanctuary Program (ACSP) for Golf? Laurel Creek was motivated to obtain Certification through the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program (ACSP) to increase awareness of environmental responsibility and its benefits. Our key motivation is the opportunity to enhance environmental stewardship, as the program emphasizes the protection of […]

In this picture from Nov. 15, 2024, Astronaut Suni Williams imitates the tentacle-like arms of the Astrobee robotic free-flyer in the foreground. Astrobee robots help astronauts reduce time they spend on routine duties, leaving them to focus more on the things that only humans can do. Working autonomously or via remote control by astronauts, flight […]

In recent years, the world of entertainment has undergone a dramatic transformation, with online gaming and casino betting emerging as one of the most thrilling ways to enjoy a unique blend of...

The appeal of the Foundation for foreign partners will be emphasized to Turkish partners at the meeting, as well as the Eastern Economic Forum and the Russian Tourist Forum, along with the capabilities of business and government institutions of Russia for bilateral interaction