Attack on civilians threatens Ebola response in DRC

    The fight against the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is at a "critical juncture" after attacks on civilians forced the suspension of control activities, a senior World Health Organization official has warned. Some 21 people, including 17 civilians, were killed in an attack by rebel forces in the city of Beni, where WHO…

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      Daniela Ryf claims Kona victory

      Daniela Ryf delivered the biggest margin of victory since all-conquering Chrissie Wellington in 2009 to claim her first Ironman World Championship title in Hawaii in 8:57:57.  Advertisement The Swiss triathlete dominated as she has done throughout an unbeaten season to beat Britain’s Rachel Joyce by 13:02mins with Australia’s Liz Blatchford rounding out the podium.  “I…

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