Amid the outbreak of the Zika virus in Brazil, a senior health official wants the WHO to declare a state of emergency. Researchers remain baffled by the virus and its possible link to a form of infant brain damage.
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Zika cases in pregnant women double in Colombia
Health officials say the number of pregnant women with the Zika virus has doubled in a week. The virus has been linked to babies being born with smaller than normal brains and is spreading through the Americas.
Ex-Teacher Killed In Shelter Lived “Productive Life” Before Suffering From Depression
The 62-year-old ex-teacher who was fatally stabbed to death by his roommate in an East Harlem homeless shelter was a “model citizen” before he succumbed to depression, eventually losing his career, wife, and home. [ more › ]
Safe countries of origin?
Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia will soon be declared as safe countries of origin. As a consequence, people from those countries will basically have no right to asylum in Germany anymore – a controversial decision.
German right-leaning AfD leader calls for police right to shoot at refugees
Alternative for Germany (AfD) leader Frauke Petry has said police should have the right to shoot illegal migrants at the border “if necessary.” The comments have been met with outrage from opposing politicians.
Merkel expects most Syrian and Iraqi refugees to return home once conflict is over
Chancellor Angela Merkel has said she expects most Syrian and Iraqi refugees to return home once the conflict in their home countries has ended. She urged other European countries to offer more help.
Kerber stuns Serena to win Australian Open
Angelique Kerber causes a stunning upset to beat world number one Serena Williams in the Australian Open women’s final on Rod Laver Arena.
Thousands march against same-sex unions in Italy
Tens of thousands of Italians stage a mass rally in Rome’s Circus Maximus to urge the government to drop legislation that offers homosexual couples legal recognition and limited adoption rights.
On Tennis: Kerber Keeps Cool in Australia, Long a Williams Safe Haven
Before Saturday, Serena Williams had always won the Australian Open title after reaching the semifinals. But even she knew not to take victory for granted.
US and Brazil to collaborate for vaccine against Zika virus
The US and Brazil have pledged a joint effort to battle the Zika virus outbreak and find a vaccine. The virus has been linked to birth defects and is spreading through the Americas.
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