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Record daily jump in DRC Ebola outbreak takes death toll to 178

The Ebola outbreak, caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus strain, has reached 782 confirmed cases.

The stock market is poised to go crazy if Warsh gives it the go-ahead, these strategists say

The research firm Citrini says hot inflation and jobs readings mask a more somber reality — and that’s good news for the stock market.

South Korea's Starbucks to shut for staff history lesson after backlash

The chain was criticised for a "Tank Day" marketing ploy on the anniversary of a military massacre.

Turkish Director Reis Çelik Brings Military Coup Drama ‘Night of Blindness’ to Shanghai

Turkish director Reis Çelik unveiled “Night of Blindness,” a Turkish-German co-production set during Turkey’s 1980 military coup, at the 28th Shanghai…

Stones goes from brink of retirement to World Cup 'pure joy'

John Stones' selection for England's World Cup squad may have raised a few eyebrows but the player says he had to "dig deep" to secure his place in the 26-man travelling party.

Gold’s correction could lead to a rebound. Barclays recommends these stocks.

Crowded positioning, a pause in central-bank buying, an increase in the dollar and a rise in real interest rates all contributed to the 26% peak-to-trough decline in the gold…

Oscar-Winning ‘Flow’ Producer Boards Ukrainian Director Philip Sotnychenko’s Sophomore Feature ‘Times New Roman’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Academy Award-winning Latvian producer Matiss Kaza, who co-wrote and produced Gints Zilbalodis’ best animated feature winner “Flow,” has boarded Ukrainian director…

Olé, olé, olé, olé - What makes a memorable World Cup song?

Northern Ireland's contribution to the World Cup song includes tournaments in Mexico, Spain and Italy.

A war without victors

Trump’s deal reflects the failure of the military option in Iran

Britain announces sweeping social media ban for under-16s

PM warns social media platforms are exposing children to content that is 'dangerous' and 'designed to be addictive'.

Iran deal leaves Trump fighting a war at home

Conflict has split Republican Party and left Americans facing higher prices with no clear sense of victory

China Eyes Dominance Over Global Cinema Tech Standards as LED Screens Gain Ground

Chinese technology companies and cinema exhibitors are positioning High Dynamic Range LED screens as both a remedy for a slowing local box office and a vehicle for challenging…

Elon Musk makes sky-high trillion-dollar forecast for SpaceX revenue

Elon Musk has a history of setting bold targets and then failing to achieve them . His latest forecasts for SpaceX revenue are more than double what his bankers expected.

Stanford graduates stage pro-Palestine walkout at Google CEO speech

Stanford University graduates walked out during Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s commencement address.

Oil prices slump to three-month low after U.S. and Iran agree to framework of peace deal

West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude fell after officials agreed to a 60-day ceasefire while final arrangements are being negotiated.

The UK Places a Sweeping Ban on Social Media for Kids Under 16

The UK government is introducing a ban on social media for children and a minimum age for some chatbots in an attempt to shield young people from dangerous corners of the web.

At least 28 dead after Ethiopia bus crash

At least ‌28 people have died and several others were injured after a bus ‌plunged into a ravine ​in Ethiopia, state media reported.

At least 31 dead after Ethiopia bus crash

At least ‌31 people have died and 33 others were injured after a bus ‌plunged into a ravine ​in Ethiopia, police said.

Pakistani police mistakenly open fire on Australian family, killing child

Fatal shooting of nine-year-old Hania Ahmed by Punjab Police officer causes furore.

‘There Has to Be Meat on the Bone’ to Create Long-Running Series, Executive Producers Argue at Monte-Carlo: ‘Follow the Stories You Want to Dig Into’

In order to create a long-running series, “there has to be meat on the bone,” “Vikings” creator Michael Hirst said Sundance at Monte-Carlo Television Festival.  “It has to be…

How Trump is relaunching a tariff war citing ‘forced labour’ concerns

Trade analysts predict Trump’s latest push could accelerate the 'reorientation' of global trade away from the US.

El-Geneina’s struggle: Life amid Sudan war and humanitarian challenges

El-Geneina residents face soaring food and water costs as aid struggles to meet the needs of displaced families.

Recruited on LinkedIn, set to face Spain - the Dublin-born Cape Verde star

They are one of the smallest countries to play in a World Cup, but Cape Verde are aiming high, with a Dublin-born defender who used to work in a bank among their ranks.

Under-16 social media ban announced by UK government

The UK is the latest country to follow Australia in implementing a total social media ban for children under 16, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced. The ban, which could…

U.K. to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16

The U.K. is moving ahead with a social media ban for children under 16, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday. If passed in parliament, the ban will go into effect by…

The Iran war in seven charts

From oil markets to reconstruction, the fallout from the conflict will unfold over years

China detains two leaders of influential underground church

More than 30 members of Early Rain Covenant Church were taken for interrogation midway through Sunday service.

Iran war day 108: Iran, US reach a tentative deal to end conflict

US President Donald Trump and Iranian leaders say a deal has been agreed to end more than 100 days of war.

Oil prices fall and shares jump after US-Iran deal announced

Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.

Starbucks Korea to shut stores for history training after ‘Tank Day’ furore

Coffee chain to hold 'historical awareness' training after backlash to ad campaign that evoked 1980 military crackdown.

Political tension has undermined World Cup joy, says Iran striker

Iran's striker Mehdi Taremi said the country's political predicament "undermines the joy of the World Cup".

Gane crushes Pereira, captures UFC's interim title...

Ciryl Gane captured the UFC's interim heavyweight championship for a second time Sunday night, crushing former two-division champion Alex Pereira at UFC Freedom 250 at the White…

Trump marks 80th birthday with cage fighting extravaganza - as US and Iran agree deal

Donald Trump marked his 80th birthday by hailing an initial agreement to end the Iran war and staging a cage-fighting show on the White House South Lawn.

Jane Fonda Decries First Amendment Violations at Star-Studded Event: “It’s Being Allowed by Cowardly Corporations”

"Right now, the government and its cronies [are] routinely violating its First Amendment to silence artists," she said at Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment in…

Oil prices drop and stocks enjoy cautious rally on US-Iran peace progress

There is cautious optimism on financial markets that a US-Iran peace deal will ease the hit to the global economy caused by their war.

World Cup Daily: Sweden top Group F after Netherla...

Relive all the action from Sunday's World Cup matches, with features, news, video analysis and color from around the competition.

Orbio raises $21 million to automate hiring and onboarding for frontline workers

Orbio announces $21 Million Series A in round led by Dawn Capital.

Legal AI start-up Legora to double headcount

Company with $5.6bn valuation has seen 900% more website visits since its Jude Law-fronted campaign

Lessons from Ireland’s Revolut revolution

The fintech’s model is proving more suitable for international scaling than the often outdated systems of legacy rivals

Ukrainian drone campaign chokes Moscow’s lifeline to Crimea

Fuel shortages are plaguing Russian-occupied peninsula that is ‘very easy to capture and very hard to keep’

Asian stocks soar with ‘risk on’ rally after US-Iran peace deal

Investor euphoria following Friday’s record SpaceX IPO helps propel Japanese and Korean markets

The populist case for ending easy money now

Why Kevin Warsh’s first big act at the Fed should be a rate hike

Oil falls on US-Iran deal but Hormuz backlog may last weeks

Prices slip even as analysts warn flows may be slow to recover and remain vulnerable to renewed disruption

Iran and US agree deal to open Strait of Hormuz and extend ceasefire

Leaders to sign agreement on Friday for reopening of waterway and end to US naval blockade of Iranian ports

Russian strikes kill nine across Ukraine as fire breaks out at religious landmark in Kyiv

A large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine has killed five rescue workers in Kharkiv and four people in Kyiv, as strikes set apartment buildings ablaze and sparked a fire at one of…

Jane Fonda Attacks Paramount-WBD Merger At Protest Event – “I Have A Personal Stake In CNN, I Don’t Want To See It Go That Way”

Jane Fonda, who was married to the late CNN founder Ted Turner, urged the audience at a live event in New York City to “sign a petition to tell your state attorneys general to…

Anne Schedeen Dies: Actress Who Played ‘ALF’s Mom Was 77

Anne Schedeen, the actress who starred as matriarch Kate Tanner on NBC’s ALF (1986-’90), has died. She was 77. Deadline confirms the actress died after the family…

Oil prices slide after US-Iran deal announced

Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.

Trump heralds Iran deal but questions - and risks - remain

The announcement of an Iran deal was a welcome birthday gift for the president – but its success or failure may hinge on the details.

Oliver Tree’s Ex Melanie Martinez Remembers The “True Artist” — Kid Cudi, Bebe Rexha & More Pay Tribute

Following Oliver Tree’s death, the music industry is paying tribute to the artist, who died in a helicopter crash on Sunday. Melanie Martinez, who previously dated the Love…