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139 Ebola deaths, 600 infections recorded in DRC: WHO

May 21, 2026

Geneva [Switzerland], May 21: The World Health Organisation announced on Wednesday that 600 cases of Ebola and 139 associated deaths have been recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo, warning that figures are expected to rise due to the prolonged undetected spread of the virus across both the DRC and Uganda.
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AO warns of agrifood shock from Strait of Hormuz closure

May 21, 2026

Rome [Italy], May 21: The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations warned on Wednesday that a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz risks triggering a structural agrifood shock, which could culminate in a severe global food price crisis within six to 12 months.

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UNCTAD forecasts slowdown in global economic growth

May 21, 2026

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SpaceX targets 10,000 annual launches within five years, FAA says

May 21, 2026

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South Korea extends fuel tax cut through July

May 21, 2026

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UAE, Serbia discuss enhancing cooperation in women's empowerment

May 20, 2026

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 20: Tatjana Macura, Serbia's Minister without Portfolio responsible for Gender Equality, Prevention of Violence against Women, and the Economic and Political Empowerment of Women, met with...
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Over 17,000 ordered to evacuate due to Southern California wildfire

May 20, 2026

California [UE], May 20: More than 17,000 people were ordered to evacuate in Southern California on Tuesday as a wildfire threatened suburban homes.
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Sharjah Police showcase AI-driven security innovations at ISNR 2026

May 20, 2026

Sharjah [UAE], May 20: Sharjah Police highlighted their advanced security and artificial intelligence capabilities during their participation in the Abu Dhabi Global Sustainable Security Summit and ISNR Abu Dhabi 2026.
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EU plans to secure fertiliser supply

May 20, 2026
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'Dubai Future Solutions - Prototypes for Humanity' programme advances first cohort of global ventures into pilot projects, commercialisation in UAE

May 19, 2026
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Bahrain's Council of Representatives, Shura Council condemn targeting of Barakah Plant, affirm solidarity with UAE

May 19, 2026
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IAEA monitoring developments at Barakah Plant, expresses readiness to assist if needed

May 19, 2026
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Five dead, including two suspects, after shooting incident at San Diego mosque, US

May 19, 2026
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Qatari, Pakistani Prime Ministers discuss latest developments in region

May 19, 2026
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US Justice Department announces $1.7 billion fund to compensate Trump allies in deal to drop IRS suit

May 19, 2026
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Sherpa guides set new Everest records amid busy season

May 18, 2026
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Three community kitchen workers among five killed by Israel in Gaza

May 18, 2026
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Italy leaders visit victims of car-ramming, stabbing attacks

May 18, 2026
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Two presidential campaign staffers killed in Colombia

May 18, 2026
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Ukrainian weapons' range is changing the course of the war, says Zelensky

May 18, 2026
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Saudi Arabia strongly condemns drone attack on UAE's Barakah Nuclear Plant site

May 18, 2026
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Belgium Foreign Minister condemns targeting of Barakah Nuclear Power Plant perimeter, reaffirms full solidarity with UAE

May 18, 2026
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Saudi Arabia announces interception, destruction of three drones from Iraq

May 18, 2026
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UAE condemns drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia

May 18, 2026
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UAE consolidates global leadership in innovative treatments, healthcare advancement

May 18, 2026
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Hamas military chief killed in Gaza

May 17, 2026