66 m. ago Officials issue urgent warning after NEW mpox strain detected in England

The unnamed patient has recently returned to the UK after travelling to Asia. Seeking medical advice, the case was flagged with the UK Health Security Agency.

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68 m. ago New 'hybrid' mpox strain detected in England as health officials issue alert

The UKHSA warned the discovery of the new strain is 'not unexpected'

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3 h. ago What is the 'mystery virus' taking over Chinese hospitals as UK officials issue warning

The H3N2 subtype accounts for more than 95% of confirmed influenza A cases, although small numbers of H1N1 and influenza B cases are also being detected

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63 h. ago Officials hope China's mystery virus 'peaks soon' after 'hospitals left overwhelmed'

Chinese health experts are hoping a mystery virus outbreak is about to peak as a flood of patients puts hospitals under strain across the country

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63 h. ago What we know about the mystery virus in China that's left hospitals overwhelmed

Flu cases are soaring in China, with numerous hospitals across the country affected by the infections. There are concerns about a potential epidemic

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3 d. ago All flights suspended at major UK airport sparking chaos for travellers

A MAJOR UK airport has suspended all flights today, sparking chaos for travellers. All incoming and outgoing flights at the busy airport have been affected by the air traffic control outage. The outage is understood to have occurred at around 8.30am this morning and was reportedly caused by IT issues. Officials said they were working...

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3 d. ago China hit by mystery virus outbreak as hospitals overwhelmed and children issued warning

Hospitals in China have been overwhelmed by an H3N2 influenza outbreak with patients waiting in corridors as antiviral drug purchases surge by 500%

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3 d. ago Health officials issue 'time is running out' warning as UK heads for Christmas flu peak

The NHS is bracing for an 'unprecedented flu wave' - and the UKHSA warns it could hit in the festive period

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1 week ago Zelensky to visit US in coming days as Ukraine backs peace deal, official says

The ‘essence’ of the peace plan is supported by Ukraine but some of the most sensitive issues remain to be discussed, an official said

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1 week ago Ukraine ‘supports essence of peace deal’ following Geneva talks, Ukrainian official reportedly says

Official tells Reuters news agency sensitive issues still to be discussed between Zelenskyy and TrumpIn other EU related news, a top European court on Tuesday ruled that an EU nation had to recognise a gay marriage recorded in another member state, after a complaint by two Poles married in Germany.The couple, one of whom also has German nationality, were living there and married in Berlin in 2018, reports Agence France-Presse (AFP).The spouses in question, as EU citizens, enjoy the freedom to move and reside within the territory of the member states and the right to lead a normal family life when exercising that freedom and upon returning to their member state of origin.“Sweden’s defence needs to be strengthened against threats such as robots, drones and helicopters. The best way to guarantee peace and freedom is to invest in defence. The orders also contribute to growth, jobs and security of supply. It also improves the possibilities of increasing production capacity in the defence...

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2 w. ago Urgent UK official warning issued over 'odourless' silent killer in our homes

Carbon monoxide is an invisible gas that is typically produced during incomplete combustion when something burns

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2 w. ago UK health officials issue urgent warning to Brits aged 65 and over until this weekend

A steep drop in temperatures will bring a cold snap to many parts of the UK this week

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2 w. ago Donald Trump makes up new rule so football fans can go to FIFA World Cup 2026

Donald Trump has announced that World Cup ticket-holders will get priority for US visa interviews ahead of the 2026 tournament, but officials have issued a warning

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3 w. ago UK issued urgent vaccine warning as worrying new virus strain emerges

Health officials have issued a renewed appeal for anyone eligible for a flu jab to get vaccinated as soon as possible, warning that cases are likely to rise further as the festive period approaches

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3 w. ago Everything to know about mutant H3N2 flu strain as health officials issue 'important' alert

The flu virus has mutated, sparking an 'unusually early' surge in cases across England

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3 w. ago World told to brace for severe geomagnetic storm TOMORROW that could disrupt mobile phone networks and power grids

Officials issued an alert today, warning that the incoming solar activity could reach the highest levels when it hits Earth on Wednesday. This could cause blackouts and power grid disruptions.

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