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The Hidden Toll of a Super-Strong El Niño
A super-strong El Niño could cause 451,000 extra heat-related deaths globally, with Nigeria, Indonesia, and Sudan among the hardest-hit regions.
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Between Childhood and Daily Treatment, Cambodia Expands Support for Young People Living With Type 1 Diabetes
Health organisations and partners in Cambodia are expanding access to insulin, monitoring supplies, education, and clinical support for children and young people with type 1 diabetes.
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Between Genomics and Clinical Care, Singapore Opens a New Path for Precision Medicine Across Asia
Mayo Clinic Laboratories has made a strategic investment in Pathology Asia Holdings and LifeStrands Genomics to expand advanced diagnostics and precision medicine across the region.
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When Smoke Settles Over Indonesia, Hospitals Become Quiet Frontlines for Communities Breathing Through Fire
Indonesia recorded 174,694 acute respiratory infection cases linked to forest and land fires from Aug. 18 to Sept. 21, including 40,363 children under five.
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Health probe launched into stomach bug cluster at Brock U
Niagara Region Public Health is investigating a cluster of gastrointestinal illness reported at Brock University, urging students to practice strict hygiene measures.
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Metro Vancouver seeks fines for B.C. refinery chemical leak
Metro Vancouver is pursuing up to 1.2 million in fines against the Parkland Refinery in Burnaby for a 2024 hydrogen sulfide leak that affected local air quality.
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Court orders Ontario to reconsider cancer drug denial
An Ontario court has ordered the province to reconsider its denial of funding for life-saving cancer treatment for Alex Shved, a 37-year-old father with Stage 4 melanoma.
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Alberta premier proposes 1,900 health fee for temp residents
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has suggested a 1,900 health care premium for temporary residents, pending a provincial referendum on the issue.
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Canada warns travelers against local alcohol in Nigeria
The Canadian government has issued a warning to travelers in Nigeria to avoid local alcohol after dozens of deaths were linked to methanol poisoning.
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Scotland’s Drug Deaths Rise Sharply, Remaining the Worst in Europe
Scotland records a sharp increase in drug-related deaths, retaining Europe’s highest rate and renewing calls for urgent action and reform.
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Tyson Bagent in concussion protocol; Keenum to start
Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent has been placed in the concussion protocol, paving the way for veteran Case Keenum to start in Week 3.
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The High Price of the Peak: A Katahdin Tragedy
Bert Peter Goris, a 64-year-old thru-hiker, died after summiting Mount Katahdin in severe weather. His death highlights the dangers of high-altitude hiking and the importance of safety precautions.
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The Weight of Decision: Abandonment at a Bus Stop
An 18-year-old Texas mother was arrested for giving her one-month-old baby to a stranger at a bus stop. The incident highlights the importance of Safe Haven laws and proper support for young parents.
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The Weight of Memory: Psychosis and the Pursuit of Justice
A man convicted of killing two Indiana teens seeks a new trial, claiming his confessions were made while suffering from psychosis. The appeal raises questions about mental health and legal accountability.
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Residents voice environmental concerns after ethanol plant fire
Residents in Chatham-Kent have raised environmental concerns following a fire at the Greenfield Global ethanol plant, prompting discussions at a recent council meeting.
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Trump admin removes 750,000 from Obamacare over fraud
The Trump administration plans to remove 750,000 people from Affordable Care Act markets, citing fraudulent enrollments and aiming to reduce government spending.
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Kratom found at sites of two Ole Miss student deaths
Packaged kratom was found at the locations where two University of Mississippi students were found dead, though officials say there is no confirmed link to the substance yet.
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Tragic Head-On Crash on Sturt Highway Near Blanchetown Claims Life of Teenage Boy
A teenage boy has died following a head-on crash on the Sturt Highway near Blanchetown, prompting emergency road closures, major traffic detours, and a police crash investigation into the incident.
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5 Injured as 6-Vehicle Pileup Involving Tanker Causes Chaos on Ikpoba Hill
Five people were injured on Sunday in a six-vehicle pileup, including a tanker, at Ikpoba Hill on Murtala Muhammed Way in Benin City, Edo State, causing severe traffic gridlock and emergency response.
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Vigilance in Grant County: The Second Screwworm Case
A second case of New World screwworm was confirmed in Grant County, New Mexico. Authorities are implementing quarantine and surveillance measures to prevent the spread of this invasive parasite.
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Railway deaths in B.C. double in 2026, coroner warns
British Columbia’s chief coroner has warned of an alarming trend as railway-related deaths doubled in 2026, highlighting the need for improved safety measures and public awareness.
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Six hospitalized after multi-vehicle crash on Granville Bridge
Six people were hospitalized following a multi-vehicle crash involving a bus and tow truck on Vancouver’s Granville Street Bridge, causing significant traffic disruptions.
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Medical examiner rules Upper Marlboro hanging a suicide
The medical examiner has ruled the death of a man found hanging in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, as a suicide, with police confirming no evidence of foul play.
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Rotterdam Port Industrial Tragedy: Chemical Plant Acid Storage Tank Rupture Claims Three Lives
Safety inspectors on September 22, 2026 launched a formal inquiry after a chemical plant acid storage tank rupture killed three technicians in Rotterdam.
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