There’s a new outbreak of Ebola in Africa. Here’s what you need to know
16 Sep
Health News

There’s a new outbreak of Ebola in Africa. Here’s what you need to know

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The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has declared a new Ebola outbreak in Kasai Province. It’s caused by the most severe strain: Zaire Ebola virus. This outbreak began with a 34-year-old pregnant woman who was admitted to hospital on August 20 and died five days later. Two health workers who treated her also became infected and died. By September 15, there were 81 confirmed cases and 28 deaths, including four health workers. The DRC has had 15 prior Ebola epidemics, with the largest in 2019 and the most recent in 2022. But genetic analysis shows the outbreak likely began after a spillover from an animal to a human, rather than a continuation of earlier outbreaks. How does it spread and what are the symptoms?Ebola virus disease was first identified in 1976...
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Atiku hails Hilda Baci for breaking world record with Nigerian Jollof rice
16 Sep
Politics

Atiku hails Hilda Baci for breaking world record with Nigerian Jollof rice

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has extended his congratulations to celebrity chef Hilda Baci and food brand Gino after they entered the record books with the largest serving of Nigerian-style Jollof rice. Atiku described the accomplishment as more than a culinary milestone, noting that it reflects the ingenuity and determination of Nigerians to excel on the global stage. He said the recognition is “yet another reminder that our people can break records, set standards, and inspire the world,” adding that such achievements continue to strengthen national pride. The record-breaking event has further spotlighted Nigerian Jollof, a dish long celebrated across West Africa, and placed it on an international platform through the efforts of Baci and her collaborators. Atiku urged more Nigerians to take inspiration from the feat and continue to showcase the country’s culture, creativity, and resilience in diverse...
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New statistical tool enhances prediction accuracy
12 Sep
Science & Technology

New statistical tool enhances prediction accuracy

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Taeho. Holding: Chrisol Kreschol. An international team of mathematicians, led by Lehigh University statistician Taeho Kim, has introduced an innovative method that could significantly improve how scientists make predictions, especially in fields like health, biology, and the social sciences. The new approach is designed to make predictions that better agree with actual outcomes. Based on this idea, researchers...
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Britain’s top cop hails Live Facial Recognition technology as a ‘game-changing’ tool
11 Sep
Science & Technology

Britain’s top cop hails Live Facial Recognition technology as a ‘game-changing’ tool

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Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has hailed live facial recognition (LFR) as a "game-changing tool" for policing. During a speech, he emphasised its effectiveness in tackling crime, citing its use in making hundreds of arrests in 2025. Key Details and Usage Arrest Statistics: According to Sir Mark, LFR has led to over 700 arrests this year alone, including more than 50 registered sex offenders who were in breach of their conditions. Targeted Use: He stressed that the technology is used responsibly and is focused on locating serious offenders, such as wanted individuals, registered sex offenders, and those wanted for violent crimes. Operational Expansion: The Metropolitan Police plans to more than double the use of LFR, increasing deployments to up to 10 times per week across five days, up from the current four times a week across two days. Notting...
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