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Ebola has claimed the highest number of lives in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, making it the deadliest outbreak ever documented in the country. According to government data updated as of Aug. 16, there have been 4,945 confirmed cases and 2,325 fatalities. In the last 24 hours alone, authorities reported an additional 101 confirmed infections. This death toll surpasses the 2,299 fatalities recorded during the Ebola epidemic from 2018 to 2020 in the DRC.

A earthquake with a magnitude of 5.4 rattled northeastern Pakistan early Thursday, causing intense tremors felt across parts of Gilgit-Baltistan. According to Pakistan’s official seismic records, the quake registered at magnitude 5.3. The tremor struck at 5:35 a.m. local time on August 13, with its epicenter approximately 27 kilometers northwest of Sost, near the Khunjerab region. The Pakistan Meteorological Department estimated the depth at 15 kilometers. Communities across northern Pakistan experienced the shaking during the early morning hours.

The celebration highlighted youth participation as a vital element of sustainable development and called on institutions to view young individuals as active collaborators in public affairs. A key focus of the 2026 event was on skills development. As economies and societies evolve, young people must gain access to critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy. These competencies are essential for enhanced participation in education, employment, and civic engagement. The day also sheds light on barriers that can restrict access to opportunities. It provides a common platform for governments, civil society, and youth organizations to discuss these challenges openly.

On Aug. 10, the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed an initial appeal submitted by Meta Platforms and TikTok. This decision leaves over 3,000 consolidated federal lawsuits pending before U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers in Oakland. Plaintiffs claim that certain platform features encouraged compulsive usage, which contributed to mental health issues among children and teenagers.

As Typhoon Dolphin advanced further inland in China, approximately 167,900 residents in Fujian Province were forced to evacuate from vulnerable zones amid widespread severe weather across eastern regions. The evacuations in Fujian were completed by 7 a.m. Monday, encompassing coastal and inland communities exposed to flooding and high winds. Meanwhile, Shanghai relocated roughly 215,600 residents from high-risk areas by late Sunday. Dolphin initially struck Zhejiang Province before progressing inland and weakening over central China.

Late Saturday, southeast of Atka in Alaska’s Aleutian Islands, a magnitude 5.0 earthquake took place. The Alaska Earthquake Center recorded the tremor at 7:36 p.m. Alaska Daylight Time on August 8, which corresponds to 03:36 UTC on August 9. The earthquake’s origin was approximately 48 miles, or 77 kilometers, southeast of Atka, with seismologists estimating its depth at around 10.6 miles, or 17 kilometers.

Emergency response personnel deploy specialized vehicles following natural disaster events. (AI-generated image) In addition to the confirmed fatality, authorities reported that six residents sustained minor injuries across affected residential zones. Emergency evaluations by the Yibin earthquake relief command indicated that, although no entire buildings collapsed, around 100 households experienced structural damage to exterior walls and roofing materials. Seismologists highlight that shallow earthquakes under ten kilometers in depth tend to transfer more energy directly to surface structures, heightening the risk of falling debris locally. Following the seismic event, regional officials activated standardized emergency response protocols across Yibin and neighboring jurisdictions. The regional government deployed 17 specialized rescue units, including 183 emergency personnel, 44 transport vehicles, and 552 equipment units, to perform door-to-door safety assessments. Rescuers focused on inspecting building integrity, reducing hazards along transportation routes, and providing medical care to residents injured in rural communities near the epicenter. Magnitude 4.9 Seismic Event Strikes Sichuan in Southwestern China Initial damage assessments confirmed that critical municipal services continued functioning normally across the affected districts despite the tremor. Official statements from local disaster agencies assured that power grids, telecommunications, natural gas pipelines, and water supply systems did not face significant disruptions. Transportation authorities cleared minor debris from roads while maintaining steady traffic flow on major routes connecting Gao County to regional logistics networks. Southwestern China remains seismically active due to ongoing tectonic interactions between the Indian and Eurasian plates. The S

On Thursday, Hiroshima marked the 81st anniversary of the atomic bombing in 1945 by renewing its plea for nuclear disarmament. Mayor Kazumi Matsui delivered a speech at the city’s Peace Memorial Park, addressing survivors, their families, government officials, and international delegates. At precisely 8:15 a.m., the moment the bomb detonated over Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, a bell sounded, prompting participants to observe a minute of silence in remembrance of those lost in the attack and its aftermath.

Philippines earthquake in Occidental Mindoro is felt across Luzon and Metro Manila. Initially, authorities reported the quake as magnitude 5.8 before subsequent analysis reduced the magnitude to 5.4. PHIVOLCS indicated that aftershocks might follow the main event. Based on the initial assessment, no damage was expected. Residents throughout Mindoro experienced noticeable shaking during late morning, while weaker tremors reached neighboring provinces. Parts of the capital region, more than 100 kilometers from the epicenter, also felt the earthquake. Mamburao experienced Intensity 5 shaking, along with several localities in Oriental Mindoro. Communities in Calapan City, Naujan, Puerto Galera, San Teodoro, and Victoria reported the same intensity levels. Taal in Batangas and towns in Occidental Mindoro such as Abra de Ilog and Sablayan experienced Intensity 4. Instrumentation recorded Intensity 5 in Mamburao and Puerto Galera. The strongest ground movements remained concentrated across Mindoro, where residents observed the most pronounced shaking. Ground shaking reaches Metro Manila and nearby provinces The tremor extended into Metro Manila and several northern provinces of Mindoro. Seismic data indicated Intensity 3 in Quezon City, Batangas City, Calapan City, and Victoria. Both General Trias in Cavite and San Pedro in Laguna registered similar intensity levels. Some residents in Manila evacuated buildings as a precaution during the shaking. Normal activities

India examines platform controls after child abuse material appeared in paid Instagram ads. (AI-generated image)Investigators created an Instagram account in India and tracked profiles sharing sexually suggestive content. Soon after, the platform began displaying paid ads linked to explicit material. Later ads featured children in provocative situations and directed users to Telegram. Authorities documented approximately 30 distinct ads connected to child sexual abuse content, with some appearing under multiple advertiser accounts. The evidence indicated that prohibited material infiltrated Instagram’s paid advertising system despite the platform’s review controls.