Health

WHO declares rare Ebola outbreak in Central Africa regional emergency, not global pandemic

WHO says the rapidly expanding Ebola outbreak in Central Africa does not currently pose a global pandemic threat, despite a sharp rise in suspected infections and deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and neighboring Uganda.

Hantavirus Cruise Ship Outbreak: Passengers Evacuated From MV Hondius in Tenerife

Passengers aboard the Dutch-owned cruise ship MV Hondius began evacuating in Tenerife on Sunday after a deadly hantavirus outbreak linked to the vessel left three people dead and prompted an international emergency response.

Global Plastic Treaty talks collapse in Geneva as nations remain deeply divided

Talks aimed at finalizing the world’s first legally binding treaty on plastic pollution collapsed in Geneva on Friday, with delegates from more than 180 countries leaving without a deal.

Israeli strikes destroy last functional hospital in northern Gaza

An Israeli airstrike early Sunday (April 13) morning destroyed parts of Al-Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City, rendering the last fully functioning medical facility in northern Gaza inoperable. The attack, which occurred amid mounting military pressure on the enclave, has...

Malaysia targets $2.7 billion in Medical Tourism revenue by 2030 amid rising global demand

Malaysia is rapidly emerging as Southeast Asia’s premier destination for medical tourism, combining world-class healthcare with affordability, cutting-edge technology, and patient-centered care.

Chad, Bangladesh and Pakistan among the world’s most polluted countries in 2024

The 2024 World Air Quality Report by IQAir reveals alarming levels of pollution in several countries, with Chad, Bangladesh, and Pakistan ranking among the most polluted in the world.

Trump withdraws US from Paris Climate Accord and World Health Organization

U.S. President Donald Trump signed executive orders Monday withdrawing the United States from the Paris climate agreement and the World Health Organization (WHO), marking a retreat from two major international commitments. The actions signal a continued shift in US...

UN calls for urgent investment in clean air on Clean Air for Blue Skies Day

United Nations has called for an urgent need to invest in clean air solutions now, as air pollution causes increasing public health, environmental, and economic harms worldwide.

Shocking levels of microplastics found in human bodies, including the brain, studies show

Researchers made a shocking discovery that microplastics are not only pervasive in the environment but are also infiltrating critical human organs, including the brain. A growing body of evidence revealed that these tiny plastic particles have been detected in the...

Saudi Arabia grants citizenship to scientists, innovators and talented individuals – meet the first recipients

Saudi Arabia has granted citizenship to a selected number of scientists, doctors, researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and talented people who have unique capabilities, expertise, and specializations.
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Europe EV sales surge as Iran War pushes fuel prices higher

Demand for electric vehicles across Europe has surged following a sharp rise in fuel prices linked to the Iran war
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