UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has made an urgent appeal for the raising of $1.1 billion needed to combat the Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which has caused nearly 2,700 deaths, with no approved vaccine or treatment available for the current strain. (translated)
Germany: Two people, including an 18-year-old girl, killed in a high school near Berlin - A suspect has been arrested, the police announced. (translated)
The images of houses and cars submerged in mud in Nepal highlight the devastating effects of the flood, which has caused numerous deaths and over 1,300 people missing at the border with Tibet while rescue teams search for survivors. (translated)
David Demaude, director of the federal judicial police of Namur, responds to criticisms regarding the investigation into the deaths of Tyméo and Bryan Brigou, stating that his team has devoted significant efforts and resources to try to find the victims, while emphasizing the pain felt by the investigators in the face of this tragedy. (translated)
Tina's lawyer, Tyméo's mother, stated that Bryan, the father of the child found dead, was a loving and non-violent man, while the investigation into the circumstances of their deaths remains stagnant, with no established medical cause. (translated)
The avant-garde Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, famous for her polka dot patterns and immersive installations, has passed away at the age of 97 in a hospital in Tokyo, leaving behind a diverse and innovative artistic legacy. (translated)
Yayoi Kusama, one of the most famous Japanese artists in the world, known for her vibrant installations and iconic polka-dotted pumpkin sculptures, passed away at the age of 97 on August 14 in a Tokyo hospital. (translated)
On Wednesday evening in Caen, a man collided with a group of people near the train station, resulting in at least one death and ten injuries, which led to the arrest of a suspect. (translated)
During a lengthy commission session, the Walloon deputies examined the consequences of the deadly summer of 2026, marked by heatwaves that caused about 1,100 additional deaths, severe drought, and a devastating fire on the Hautes Fagnes plateau, while Minister-President Adrien Dolimont defended his crisis management and promised structural measures in response to the opposition's criticism regarding the lack of resources and the need to accelerate climate policies. (translated)
The French state is facing two lawsuits regarding the Epstein case, accused by Ebba Karlsson and the Innocence in Danger association of inaction and slowness in the investigation into the alleged crimes, particularly due to the death of the suspect Daniel Siad, which halted the investigations targeting him. (translated)
The Shingrix vaccine, used against shingles, has been associated with a 12% reduction in the risk of myocardial infarction and stroke among vaccinated individuals, suggesting that vaccination could prevent thousands of deaths annually and could have a similar impact to antihypertensive medications, according to a study conducted on 70,000 adults in the USA. (translated)
Nepal was struck by a devastating flood on August 26, resulting in 98 deaths and hundreds missing, with impacts also felt in Tibet where at least three deaths have been reported. (translated)
British actor Tim Curry, famous for his roles in "It" and "Home Alone 2", has passed away at the age of 80 at his home in Los Angeles, after suffering health problems since a stroke in 2012. (translated)
Hungarian writer Péter Nádas, a major figure in European literature and author of monumental works exploring the traumas of the 20th century, has passed away at the age of 83, leaving behind a recognized and internationally celebrated literary legacy. (translated)
The actor Tim Curry, the scary face of the clown from "It" and star of the "Rocky Horror Picture Show," has passed away at the age of 80. (translated)
The death of Dolly Parton at the age of 80 reignited her success on social media, particularly on TikTok, thanks to her appearance in the Netflix documentary Beckham, where her song Islands in the Stream became the heart of the Beckham Challenge inspired by the dance of Victoria and David Beckham. (translated)
Fraport, the company that manages Frankfurt Airport, has intensified checks and security measures after six cases of airport malaria among employees, one of which led to a death, attributing the infection to the transportation of insects through cargo and luggage. (translated)
Several personalities, including Taylor Swift and Beyoncé, paid tribute to Dolly Parton following her death at 80 years old, praising her indelible impact on music and the world, while political and musical figures also expressed their sorrow and admiration for the country legend. (translated)
Following the death of Dolly Parton, Donald Trump ordered that flags be half-staffed on public buildings in the United States to pay tribute to an icon of country music, highlighting the impact of her loss on millions of people. (translated)
Country music singer Dolly Parton has died at 80 after a brief battle with cancer, during which she was hospitalized at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, and the family expressed their grief over her loss in an emotional announcement. (translated)
