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The measles epidemic in East Darfur's Labado has killed 70 people in a few weeks, with healthcare collapse leaving families without medicines. The region's healthcare system has been severely neglected.
The US dollar has remained steady as traders watch US-Iran talks and central bank actions. Market sentiment is cautious ahead of key economic events.
The Iran war has disrupted the global circuit board supply chain, raising costs for tech firms. The global PCB industry is projected to increase by 12.5% to $95.8 billion in 2026.
US President Trump faces a May 1 deadline to seek congressional approval for military action against Iran, as the 60-day limit for operations without approval expires. Congress is likely to scrutinize any request for a formal declaration of war.
In Mauritania, a guardian protects the rare Islamic books of Chinguetti, a desert town once famous for its library collections that drew scholars from the Muslim world. The town's historical significance relies on preserving these precious manuscripts.
Iranian lawmaker pushes Hormuz toll plan as US-Israel peace talks stall with Iran. US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Iranian lawmaker pushes Hormuz toll plan as peace talks stall The Times of India.
Iran responded to US President Trump's threats, highlighting its advantages in the standoff. Iranian official Ghalibaf made the comments. Ghalibaf also responded to Trump's threat, highlighting Iran's advantage in the standoff.
Oil prices rose as US-Iran peace talks stalled, following US President Trump's announcement that plans to send a team to Pakistan for negotiations had been cancelled. The development impacted global oil markets.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Araghchi visited Russia as part of a diplomatic drive amid heightened tensions. His trip follows the cancellation of planned US-Iran talks in Pakistan, as Iran seeks to navigate its ongoing conflict.
President Trump responded to a shooting by blaming Democratic leaders for "hate speech" that he claimed contributed to the violence. He made the comment while addressing the media. The president blamed "hate speech" by Democratic leaders for the political violence in America.
Donald Trump was evacuated after gunshots were heard at his event in the US. Trump event shooting Live Updates: Donald Trump was evacuated after gunshots were heard at his event.
The US military's Southern Command reported that a boat strike killed three people, with intelligence confirming the vessel was operated by designated terrorist organisations and transiting narco-trafficking routes. The incident brings the campaign toll to 185.
India's MobiKwik has received a non-banking financial company licence from the central bank. The licence will allow MobiKwik to expand its financial services.
In the Philippines, communities are offering meals and aid to drivers affected by soaring fuel prices. There are growing calls for the government to provide more concrete support, including increased subsidies for drivers.
UN experts visited southern Taiwan to examine the 'Taiwan Model' for net-zero transition and biocultural governance. The visit aimed to study Taiwan's approach. UN Experts Visit Southern Taiwan to Examine 'Taiwan Model' for Net-Zero Transition and Biocultural Governance The National Law Review.
Dozens of ships have been stranded in the Persian Gulf for weeks, with seafarers reporting fatigue and worry. The ships have come under attack since the war started. Dozens of ships have come under attack since the war started.
Adidas shares rose after its athletes achieved a sub-two-hour marathon milestone, beating rival Nike. This performance boost comes as Adidas aims to strengthen its position in the competitive sportswear market.
Real Zaragoza goalkeeper Esteban Andrada punched Huesca's Jorge Pulido, sparking a brawl in a La Liga 2 derby match, and faces a ban after being shown a red card. Real Zaragoza's Esteban Andrada faces a ban for punching Huesca's Jorge Pulido after being shown a red card.
Nissan raised its fiscal 2025 operating profit forecast. The new forecast was not specified.
Dutch midfielder Xavi Simons' World Cup 2026 aspirations have ended due to a suspected ACL injury to his right knee. The injury eliminates him from contention for the FIFA World Cup with the Netherlands.
A Russian drone attack on Odesa damaged port infrastructure, including an energy facility within a cargo terminal, wounding 10 people. The attack targeted Black Sea port infrastructure. Russia struck port infrastructure on the Black Sea in Odesa, which damaged an energy facility within the cargo terminal.
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