Donald Trump’s doctor says the US president is in “excellent health” following his annual medical exam. Capt Sean Barbabella wrote a memo released by the White House on Friday that Trump, who turns 80 next month, had “strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological and overall physical function”. Barbella addressed Trump’s weight and the bruising on his hand, but said he was “fully fit to carry out all duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State”. Trump visited the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Tuesday for the exam, writing on his Truth Social platform afterwards that “everything checked out perfectly”. It…
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GENEVA — The World Health Organization said Friday that 906 suspected Ebola cases have been recorded in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including 223 suspected deaths currently under investigation, as an outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain continues to expand across eastern DRC and into neighboring Uganda. The outbreak, first declared by the DRC Ministry of Health on May 15 after reports of eight laboratory‑confirmed cases and 246 suspected infections in Ituri Province, has now been confirmed in three provinces: Ituri, North Kivu and South Kivu. According to WHO data, the DRC has recorded 125 confirmed cases, including 17…
Chicago is one of America’s most exciting travel destinations, attracting millions of visitors every year. From iconic skyscrapers and beautiful parks to world-famous museums and waterfront attractions, the city offers something for everyone. When travelling with a group, choosing a Chicago bus rental can make sightseeing more convenient, comfortable, and enjoyable. Whether you’re organising a family vacation, corporate outing, school trip, church event, or group tour, a bus rental allows everyone to stay together while exploring Chicago’s most popular attractions. Instead of dealing with traffic, parking fees, and multiple vehicles, travellers can focus on enjoying the city’s incredible sights. Millennium…
Why Companies Are Turning to AI Sales Agents for Faster Customer Response Customer expectations have changed. People no longer want to wait a day or two for a reply after sending a message about a product, service, course, booking, or quote. If they ask a question through WhatsApp, Instagram, or a website chat, they expect a useful response while their interest is still active. For companies, this creates a new kind of pressure. Every message can be a potential sale, but not every team has enough people to respond instantly. A customer may ask about price, availability, delivery, service details,…
The former head of China’s famous Shaolin Temple – known as the birthplace of kung fu – has been sentenced to 24 years in jail for crimes including embezzlement and bribery. Shi Yongxin had misappropriated temple assets worth more than 282m yuan ($42m; £31m) from 2003 to 2025, a court in the central Henan province said. It said Shi had also used his official position to illegally obtain millions from temple construction projects, as well as offering huge bribes to Chinese officials. Shi – whose birth name is Liu Yingcheng – had earlier admitted his guilt, China’s state Xinhua news…
Five people have died and nearly three dozen have been injured after a bus in the US state of Virginia struck six vehicles, police say. Friday’s early morning crash occurred on the southbound side of Interstate 95 as traffic slowed for a work zone, Virginia State Police said. At least 34 people were taken to hospital, with three in critical condition, police said in a statement. The five who died were in vehicles hit by the bus. Police are still investigating the multi-vehicle crash. Their early investigation indicates that the bus “failed to slow for traffic” and struck the six…
A federal judge has temporarily stopped the creation of a $1.8bn government fund to compensate individuals who claimed to be targets of political investigation by previous presidential administrations. In a two-page order on Friday, the judge barred the justice department from taking any steps to stand up or operate the fund – including processing or dispersing claims – until a preliminary hearing on 12 June. Last week, the justice department announced it was establishing what it called the “anti-weaponisation fund”. It was part of an agreement with President Donald Trump to end his $10bn lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service…
Possible negligence by the school administration might have contributed to the deadly inferno at Utumishi Girls Academy, Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has revealed. He said those responsible will be punished. At least 16 students died in the fire while seven others are in hospital. “There is a standard safety procedure that the school was to adhere to. One side of the dormitory with an emergency exit door had been locked, and it’s where we lost 10 students,” he said. Police have so far questioned 50 people including teachers, guards and students over the incident. Some teachers…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi affirmed Kenya’s continued vigilance and preparedness in response to Ebola and other emerging public health threats, noting that ongoing coordination with international partners is central to strengthening national resilience while reinforcing Kenya’s strategic position as a regional diplomatic and humanitarian hub. Speaking during the State Department for Foreign Affairs Staff Wellness Day, he observed that recent developments have necessitated enhanced consultations within government, including high-level engagements convened by the President with development partners and the United Nations system, to assess and reinforce Kenya’s preparedness architecture in the event of Ebola-related risks. He emphasised that although…
Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga Friday urged Kenyans to embrace alternative mechanisms for resolving disputes outside the courtroom. He said restorative approaches such as Diversion and Plea Bargaining are critical in enhancing access to justice, rehabilitation and social harmony. Speaking during a Community Dialogue on Justice Reforms held at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) Eldoret Campus in Uasin Gishu County, the DPP said the criminal justice system must not only punish wrongdoing but also create opportunities for reconciliation, reform and restoration. The forum, held under the theme “Chapa Gumzo na Prosecutor,” brought together justice sector stakeholders,…
The fireball that lit up the sky over Florida’s Kennedy Space Centre last night has put a big question mark over whether Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin can deliver on a string of commitments to Nasa in its efforts to send astronauts to the lunar surface and build a Moon base. Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded at about 21:00 local time during a routine test of its engines. The 98m (322ft) rocket had been due to launch 48 satellites for Amazon’s Leo broadband network, as early as 4 June. The explosion is obviously a big setback for the Leo network,…
Two men accused of assaulting a police officer at Manchester Airport during a brawl captured in footage shared across social media will not face a second retrial. The Crown Prosecution Service said it would not be ordering a further hearing for Muhammad Amaad, 26, and Mohammed Fahir Amaaz, 21, after two previous juries failed to reach verdicts at Liverpool Crown Court. The pair had denied assaulting Greater Manchester Police constable Zachary Marsden near the car park area of terminal two on 23 July 2024. Amaaz was previously convicted of assaulting two female officers, PC Lydia Ward and PC Ellie Cook,…
Taiwan, what a fantastic gem you should travel to at least once in your lifetime. Despite its relatively small size compared with other places, this island is packed with a fascinating culture, breathtaking views, and the best food. Taiwan also knows how to bring modern amenities into its infrastructure, so that you will have a modern touch that blends amazingly with the charm of the region. This makes it an even better idea to find your best way to stay connected, so you won’t miss anything essential. You have the possibility to stay always on with the help of an…
A jury in Austria has retired to consider its verdict in the trial of a 21 year-old Austrian man, who has admitted plotting a jihadist attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna in August 2024. The man, named only as Beran A in line with Austrian privacy laws, has also admitted to a charge of “being part of a terrorist organisation”. Beran A has denied other charges, including involvement in planning an attack in the Islamic holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. He is on trial with another 21-year-old man, named as Arda K from Slovakia, who is…
US President Donald Trump’s administration is preparing to print a new $250 bill that could feature a portrait of him, if lawmakers allow the move. Federal law bars printing US money with the i mage of a living person, but Trump allies in Congress have introduced legislation that would make an exception. A Treasury Department spokesperson told the BBC the agency “is conducting appropriate planning and due diligence” in response to the legislation. The lawmakers behind it said the bill amount would symbolise the country’s 250th anniversary this year. If approved, it will be the latest example by Trump and…