At least six Americans exposed to Ebola during DR Congo outbreak
One of the six Americans believed to have been exposed is experiencing symptoms, according to media reports. Read More
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Israeli forces boarding Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus, activists say
Live broadcasts from the Global Sumud flotilla show commandos boarding several boats trying to breach the Gaza maritime blockade. Read More
Strike over high fuel prices paralyses transport in Kenya
Key roads have remained largely empty and some schools have asked students to stay at home. Read More
Driver of crashed train tested positive for drugs, Thai police say
The freight train collided with a bus in Bangkok, killing eight people and injuring dozens of others. Read More
Instant AI answers can trivialise human intelligence, warns Royal Observatory
Paddy Rodgers said the Observatory’s rich history showed the power of human knowledge and the need to avoid “dependence” on AI. Read More
Oil prices rise after Trump warns ‘clock is ticking’ on Iran peace talks
Energy markets have been on a wild ride as the key Strait of Hormuz waterway remains effectively closed. Read More
Moment two fighter jets collide mid-air at US air show
Four crew members safely ejected from US Navy jets and are in a stable condition after the collision. Read More
Why does Amazon have no Western rivals?
The internet giant dwarfs other online retailers on both sides of the Atlantic. Read More
HS2 failings blamed on high-speed focus and political pressure
A new reviews confirms the high-speed rail line’s “original sins” include a technical design, changing political priorities and ballooning costs. Read More
‘This may be the last time you hear my voice’: Political executions surge in Iran since start of war
Since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN says it’s verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners. Read More