Rwanda is currently facing its first outbreak of the deadly Marburg virus, with 36 cases and 11 deaths reported. The World Health Organization has assessed the risk as very high in Rwanda, high across Africa, and low globally. Marburg is a virus similar to Ebola, causing haemorrhagic fever with an average fatality rate of 50%, although rates have been as high as 88% in previous outbreaks.
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New York shooting: Gunman opens fire in NYC skyscraper killing cop, two others
A gunman opened fire in an upscale New York skyscraper, killing at least three people, including a police officer, and injuring several others before barricading himself in a room on the 33rd floor, where he was later found dead from a self-inflicted shotgun wound. The incident prompted a large emergency response, with the New York Police Commissioner confirming the shooter was neutralized, while the motive is still under investigation. Want More Context? 🔎
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