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The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern. The outbreak is caused by a rare Ebola virus strain called Bundibugyo, with over 300 suspected cases mainly in Congo, and it is harder to treat due to the lack of approved vaccines or medicines.
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The Ebola outbreak was first confirmed in Congo's Ituri province and has spread to nearby areas including Uganda.
There are 336 suspected cases and 88 deaths so far, mostly in Congo.
The Bundibugyo virus is a rare Ebola strain with no approved treatments or vaccines.
This is the third known outbreak involving the Bundibugyo virus since it was first found in 2007-2008.
WHO declared the outbreak an international emergency but does not recommend closing borders.
The outbreak started in a remote, poor-access mining area, with concerns about spread due to population movement and regional conflict.
Health agencies are working urgently to coordinate cross-border response, improve surveillance, and conduct safe burials.
Congo has experience dealing with Ebola but the rare virus strain makes the response more difficult.
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Two Navy fighter jets crashed during an airshow at Mountain Home Airbase in Idaho after colliding in the air. All four crew members ejected safely, and emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene. The airshow was canceled, and authorities are investigating the crash.
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The crash occurred during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show in Idaho.
The two jets involved were Navy Super Hornets and Growlers.
The jets collided mid-air after one lost altitude and hit the other.
All four crew members successfully ejected from the planes.
The crash happened just off the Mountain Home Air Force Base.
The base went into lockdown, and emergency crews responded immediately.
Police canceled the rest of the airshow and advised the public to stay away.
Investigations by relevant authorities like the FAA and NTSB are ongoing.
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A drone attack caused a fire near the Barakah nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, with no injuries or radiation impact reported. UAE authorities condemned the strike as a threat to regional security and are investigating who was responsible.
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The drone strike happened near the Barakah nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafra region.
The attack damaged an electrical generator outside the plant’s inner perimeter.
No injuries or changes in radiation levels were reported following the fire.
UAE’s defense ministry said three drones entered the country from the west.
The UAE blamed the attack on terrorist groups possibly linked to Iran or its allies.
UAE officials held talks with Gulf and regional countries condemning the attack.
Barakah plant supplies about a quarter of UAE’s electricity and began operations in 2020.
Authorities confirmed the plant’s safety systems are functioning normally and investigations continue.
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Dara, a 27-year-old Bulgarian singer, won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with her song "Bangaranga," giving Bulgaria its first victory in the competition. She was warmly welcomed by hundreds of fans upon her return to Sofia, where officials and the public expressed pride in her achievement.
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Dara won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest held in Vienna with the song "Bangaranga."
This was Bulgaria's first-ever win in the Eurovision competition.
She was welcomed by hundreds of cheering fans waving Bulgarian flags at Sofia’s Vasil Levski Airport.
Major Bulgarian TV stations broadcasted live coverage of her homecoming.
Dara said the award marks the start of her international music career.
Bulgaria’s national leaders, including the president and prime minister, praised her victory.
Sofia Mayor said the city is ready to host Eurovision in 2027.
Dara’s song was popular with both professional juries and viewers in many countries.
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A drone believed to belong to the Ukrainian military was found crashed in Lithuania near its borders with Latvia and Belarus. NATO countries in the Baltic region have reported several cases where Ukrainian drones crossed their airspace by mistake during the conflict with Russia.
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The crashed drone was found on May 17, 2026, in the village of Samane, Lithuania.
Lithuanian officials said the drone was not armed and entered Lithuania unnoticed.
The location is about 40 km from Latvia and 55 km from Belarus.
Latvia reported a separate drone alert near its border with Russia on the same day.
NATO fighters were called to respond to the drone incursion in Latvia.
Since March, stray Ukrainian drones have entered Baltic NATO airspace several times.
Kyiv says the drones are meant to attack military targets in Russia but are sometimes redirected due to Russian interference.
In May, two drones caused a fire at a Latvian oil storage facility, which contributed to political unrest in Latvia.
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President Donald Trump warned Iran in a social media post that time is running out before the US may launch new military action. The two countries are in talks to end their conflict, but progress is slow, and tensions remain high.
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President Trump posted a warning on Truth Social, saying Iran must act quickly or face consequences.
Trump previously shared an AI image showing himself on a military ship with the phrase “It was the calm before the storm.”
The conflict began on February 28 after Israel and the US attacked Iran together.
Trump’s goals include destroying Iran’s missile program, cutting its ties to allies, and stopping its nuclear work.
Trump has threatened to target Iran’s civilian infrastructure, which legal experts say may violate international law.
Iran’s government said US proposals lack real offers and accused the US of wanting gains it missed during the war.
Iranian military officials warned the US against making further threats.
Analysts say strong words from both sides could break the current ceasefire and narrow chances for peace talks.
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A series of Israeli air strikes in southern and eastern Lebanon killed at least five people and injured more than a dozen, despite a recently extended ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. The attacks happened even as Lebanon and Israel held talks in Washington to extend the ceasefire and start security discussions.
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At least five people were killed and over a dozen injured in Israeli air attacks in Lebanon.
The attacks targeted several villages including Tayr Felsay, Tayr Debba, Az-Zrariyah, Jebchit, and Jouaiya.
Israel extended a 45-day ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah, though fighting has continued.
The ceasefire extension aims to allow a US-led security process starting May 29 with talks planned for early June in Washington.
Hezbollah opposes direct negotiations with Israel and criticizes the Lebanese authorities for concessions.
Since the fighting resumed in March 2024, nearly 3,000 people have died and over 9,000 were injured in Lebanon.
The conflict has forced more than 1.2 million people to leave their homes.
Lebanon’s economy has suffered over $25 billion in damages, with reconstruction costs estimated around $12 billion.
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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing a new Ebola outbreak, which is hard to control due to violence and instability in the eastern region. Some cases have also appeared in nearby countries, and the World Health Organization (WHO) says the full impact of the outbreak is still unknown.
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The DRC has experienced many Ebola outbreaks in the past.
The current outbreak is spreading in the eastern part of the country.
Violence and insecurity in that region make it harder to manage the disease.
Neighboring countries have reported cases linked to this outbreak.
The World Health Organization warns that the outbreak’s full effects are not yet clear.
Health workers face challenges reaching affected areas because of fighting.
Ebola is a serious virus that causes severe illness and can spread through close contact.
Efforts to contain the virus include testing, treatment, and vaccination campaigns.
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A military air base in Idaho was locked down after an incident involving aircraft during an air show. Officials said emergency crews responded, and an investigation is ongoing after reports that two planes crashed and pilots parachuted to safety.
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The incident happened during the Gunfighter Skies air show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in western Idaho.
The base was locked down following the aircraft incident.
Emergency responders were on the scene quickly.
Witnesses reported that two planes crashed during the show.
Videos showed four parachutes opening as the planes went down.
Officials have not provided detailed information yet.
The air show features flying demonstrations and celebrates aviation history and Air Force technology.
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Two planes crashed during an air show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, causing the base to go into lockdown. Emergency crews arrived, and an investigation is ongoing.
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The incident happened during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show at Mountain Home Air Force Base.
Witnesses reported the collision of two planes and saw four parachutes open as the planes fell.
The base was locked down after the crash.
Emergency responders were on the scene immediately.
The air show features flying demonstrations and parachute jumps to showcase aviation history and military skills.
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds performed at the event.
Weather at the time included good visibility and winds up to 29 mph.
No further details about the cause or injuries were available right away.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) is warning that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda could be worse than currently reported. WHO is urging countries to prepare for the outbreak by checking travelers across borders and within their countries.
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Ebola is causing a health crisis in the DRC and Uganda.
The WHO says the outbreak might be larger than what is currently known.
Countries are advised to activate emergency response systems.
Screening should happen at borders and inside countries to detect cases early.
Experts from health organizations are involved in monitoring and advising on the outbreak.
This situation is serious but is not classified as a global pandemic yet.
The goal is to control the spread before it reaches more areas.
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) said a drone strike caused a fire near its Barakah nuclear power plant and blamed Iran or its allies for the attack. The fire caused no injuries or radiation leaks. The UAE warned that this was a serious escalation during ongoing tensions around the Iran war and ongoing stalled peace talks.
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A fire occurred near the Barakah nuclear power plant in the UAE, caused by a drone strike.
The UAE blamed Iran or its proxy forces for launching the drone.
The fire caused no injuries and there were no radiation alerts.
The UAE foreign minister informed the International Atomic Energy Agency about the attack.
The UAE claims the right to respond to such attacks and has reportedly retaliated against previous Iranian strikes.
UAE’s defense ministry said three drones entered from the western border; one hit an electrical generator near the plant.
The UAE has strengthened security ties with Israel during the conflict with Iran.
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed impatience over stalled peace talks with Iran and discussed the situation with national security advisers and Israeli leaders.
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Ten people, including six men, three women, and a minor, were killed in an early-morning shooting at a home in Tehuitzingo, Puebla, Mexico. Authorities are investigating the attack, which happened as Mexico prepares to co-host the FIFA World Cup in less than a month.
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The shooting took place around 1:55 a.m. local time in Tehuitzingo, a city of about 11,300 people.
Armed individuals attacked the victims at a residence; one woman died while being taken to the hospital.
No arrests have been made yet, and the motive is unknown.
The state Attorney General’s Office has opened an investigation into the incident.
Officials plan a coordinated response with the National Guard, police, and intelligence agencies.
Mexico is preparing to host 13 World Cup matches in three cities starting June 11, with heightened security involving 100,000 personnel.
Violence linked to drug cartels remains a major problem in Mexico, with recent high-profile attacks and government efforts to combat the criminal groups.
The United States, led by President Donald Trump, has expressed its readiness to act against cartels, even suggesting possible operations inside Mexico, which Mexico opposes as a breach of sovereignty.
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Israel carried out an airstrike on a kitchen in Gaza that provided food to displaced people, killing three Palestinians and injuring others. According to Gaza's Health Ministry, at least 871 people have died since a ceasefire began in October.
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Israel bombed a kitchen in Gaza that served meals to displaced people.
Three Palestinians were killed and several others were injured in the strike.
The attacked kitchen was an aid facility helping those displaced by conflict.
The Palestinian Health Ministry in Gaza reported 871 deaths since the ceasefire started in October.
The ceasefire mentioned began last October.
This attack occurred despite the existence of the ceasefire agreement.
Gaza’s Health Ministry is the source of the casualty numbers.
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The CBS News Sunday Morning episode on May 17 focuses on design in many forms. It covers topics like tiny homes, fashion brand Louis Vuitton, new house-building methods, art with dominoes, and more.
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The episode is hosted by Jane Pauley.
It highlights tiny homes that can be placed in backyards.
Louis Vuitton, a famous fashion brand, is featured.
Adobe house construction, a building method using natural materials, is shown.
Finland’s design company Marimekko is included.
The show explores domino art and Philadelphia’s favorite foods.
It features chandeliers and the Longwood Gardens.
Rare maps and director Jon Favreau, known for "The Mandalorian" and Grogu, are part of the episode.
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A drone attack caused a fire near the UAE's only nuclear power plant, Barakah, but no injuries or radiation leaks were reported. The attack highlights rising tensions in the region, especially involving Iran, the UAE, Israel, and the U.S.
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The drone strike took place at the Barakah nuclear power plant in the UAE on Sunday.
The fire was on the plant’s perimeter, with no reported injuries or radiation release.
The UAE called it an "unprovoked terrorist attack" but did not name a suspect.
The UAE has accused Iran of recent drone and missile attacks amid regional tensions.
The Barakah plant provides about 25% of the UAE’s energy and began operating in 2020.
The International Atomic Energy Agency said one reactor was running on emergency diesel generators after the attack.
President Donald Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu about the situation.
The UAE follows strict nuclear rules and does not enrich uranium or process spent fuel, unlike Iran's controversial program.
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Andy Burnham is preparing to run for a seat in the upcoming Makerfield byelection, which could shape the future of the Labour Party and the UK's political landscape. His main opponent is Reform UK, which recently won over half the votes in local elections, making the contest close and important for Labour leader Keir Starmer’s position.
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Andy Burnham is likely to be Labour’s candidate in the Makerfield byelection.
Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, won more than 50% of the vote in recent local elections in the area.
Polls show Burnham has a slim lead over the Reform UK candidate.
The byelection is expected to happen around June 18.
Reform UK plans to focus on issues like immigration and Brexit during the campaign.
The result could decide whether Keir Starmer remains Labour leader and affect the party’s future.
Labour members are divided on the issue of the UK rejoining the EU, which Reform UK intends to highlight.
Voters in Makerfield mostly voted to leave the EU in the 2016 referendum.
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The head of Canal+, France’s largest film producer, said the company will stop working with hundreds of cinema professionals who signed a petition against Vincent Bolloré, a rightwing billionaire who owns Canal+ and other media outlets. The petition warned that Bolloré’s control of French cinema could limit diversity and promote far-right ideas.
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More than 600 people in French cinema signed a petition against Vincent Bolloré’s influence in the film industry.
Signatories include actors and directors like Juliette Binoche and Arthur Harari.
The petition expressed concern that Bolloré could control film financing, production, and distribution by owning Canal+ and cinemas.
Vincent Bolloré owns Canal+, StudioCanal, CNews channel, Europe 1 radio, and a Sunday newspaper.
Canal+ CEO Maxime Saada said the petition was unfair to Canal+ staff and announced a blacklist of signatories.
Some filmmakers and writers have protested Bolloré’s influence in media and publishing.
Bolloré denies using his media businesses to push political ideas, saying his goal is financial and cultural promotion.
The controversy is part of a wider debate about media control and political influence in France.
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Peru's election authorities confirmed that Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sanchez will compete in the presidential runoff after the first round of voting faced delays and problems. Fujimori received 17 percent of the votes, and Sanchez received 12 percent. Election officials promised to improve the process before the runoff next month.
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Keiko Fujimori, a right-wing candidate, placed first with 17% of the vote in the first round.
Roberto Sanchez, a left-wing congress member, came second with 12%.
The first round of voting on April 12 had delays and logistical problems, causing some voting to extend into the next day.
Peru’s National Jury of Elections (JNE) acknowledged these difficulties and pledged to fix them for the runoff.
A committee of national and international experts will help ensure smoother voting for the next round.
Rafael Lopez Aliaga, a far-right candidate who came third with nearly 12%, claimed the election was fraudulent and said he will not accept the results.
Election observers have not found evidence of fraud despite frustrations expressed.
Sanchez faces financial crime charges announced just before the runoff was confirmed.
Peru has had nine presidents in the past decade due to political instability and congressional impeachments.
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President Donald Trump warned Iran that time is running out as peace talks between the U.S. and Iran have stalled. He urged Iran to act quickly, implying serious consequences if they do not.
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President Trump made his statement on Sunday.
He said, “the clock is ticking” for Iran regarding peace talks.
Talks between the U.S. and Iran have reached a standstill.
The president warned Iran to move fast or face severe consequences.
He emphasized that “time is of the essence” in resolving the situation.
The message was delivered publicly by President Trump.
The warning relates to ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
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