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DRC Ebola outbreak becomes deadliest in country's history
17.08.2026 12:06An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has now killed 2,325 people, according to government figures. The UN says one person in the country is dying every 30 minutes of the disease.
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Indonesia: Thousands await aid as quake death toll rises to 68
17.08.2026 11:33Indonesia marked its Independence Day on Monday but celebrations have been overshadowed by an earthquake which has left over 60 people dead and thousands homeless. Residents say they need aid as soon as possible.
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India's testing agency in focus after more exams canceled
17.08.2026 09:19Months after canceling the medical entrance exam, India's testing agency has canceled three other exams prompting outrage among opposition leaders. In Bihar, several people were killed in a temple stampede. DW has more
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Fatty food raises risk of colorectal cancer
17.08.2026 08:49Did you know fatty foods can increase production of an acid in your gut that promotes tumor growth? That's on top of all the other health risks linked to fatty foods, like fries and burgers.
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Germany news: Belgium blaze kept out of Germany for now
17.08.2026 08:42Some residents in the Eifel town of Monschau were evacuated as a massive fire in Belgium threatened to cross the border. Meanwhile, shipping shortfalls amid low river water levels could hit the construction industry.
