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Measles cases in the US reach 33-year high, over 150 children quarantined
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Measles cases in the US reach 33-year high, over 150 children quarantined

This outbreak comes as measles cases surge across the United States, following recent outbreaks in New Mexico and Texas that infected hundreds and left three people dead. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 1,563 cases have been confirmed nationwide so far this year, marking the highest number in more than three decades.

CS Joho releases safety rules for Diwali and Hindu new year fireworks
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CS Joho releases safety rules for Diwali and Hindu new year fireworks

Event organizers are required to secure permits from both the State Department for Mining and County Mining Offices before conducting any fireworks display. Displays must only take place in approved locations such as temples, hotels, clubs, sports grounds, school compounds, or other areas authorized by an Inspector of Explosives.

DPP urges prosecutors to use trauma-informed approach in defilement cases
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DPP urges prosecutors to use trauma-informed approach in defilement cases

The DPP added that traditional prosecution methods often fail to consider the emotional and psychological strain victims of defilement face. He urged prosecutors to balance legal rigor with humanity, ensuring that every case is handled with care, empathy, and full adherence to the Constitution and human rights principles.

Historic Gaza ceasefire signed as Trump hails “New Day”
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Historic Gaza ceasefire signed as Trump hails “New Day”

As part of the first phase of Trump’s peace plan, Israel will release 250 Palestinian prisoners along with more than 1,700 others held during the two-year military operations in Gaza. This move is in exchange for the last 20 living Israeli hostages captured by Hamas, while the bodies of 28 deceased hostages are also set to be returned.

UN raises alarm as fresh clashes in South Sudan displace 300,000 people
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UN raises alarm as fresh clashes in South Sudan displace 300,000 people

Figures released by the UN show that 148,000 South Sudanese have crossed into Sudan, 50,000 into Ethiopia, another 50,000 into Uganda, 30,000 into the Democratic Republic of Congo, and 25,000 into Kenya. This new wave of displacement adds to the 2.5 million South Sudanese already living as refugees in neighbouring countries. Within South Sudan, at least two million people remain displaced, while the country also shelters more than half a million refugees who fled the war in Sudan.

President Rajoelina says he escaped assassination plot as military division deepens
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President Rajoelina says he escaped assassination plot as military division deepens

In a live Facebook broadcast to the nation on Monday night, Rajoelina, 51, claimed that “a group of military personnel and politicians planned to assassinate me.” He did not reveal his current location, though earlier unconfirmed reports suggested he may have fled the country on a French military aircraft.