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New figures reveal alarming NHS A&E waiting times in Scotland, with 40,800 patients waiting over four hours in August. Meanwhile, the UK asylum backlog remains significant, with Home Secretary Yvette Cooper acknowledging it may take three years to resolve. Opposition parties criticize the SNP's handling of both crises as winter approaches.
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Chidimma Adetshina was crowned Miss Universe Nigeria on August 31, 2024, after withdrawing from the Miss South Africa pageant due to xenophobic backlash regarding her Nigerian heritage. Her victory highlights ongoing discussions about nationality and identity in South Africa and Nigeria, as well as the challenges faced by immigrants.
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Congo is set to launch its mpox vaccination campaign on October 2, 2024, following the arrival of 250,000 doses of the Jynneos vaccine. The country faces a severe outbreak, with over 25,000 confirmed cases and 738 deaths reported this year, primarily affecting children under 15. International support is crucial for controlling the outbreak.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has expressed interest in Italy's migration strategies, particularly its controversial asylum processing deal with Albania. This follows a significant drop in irregular migration to Italy, attributed to agreements with North African countries. Starmer's approach marks a shift from the previous government's Rwanda plan, aiming to tackle dangerous Channel crossings.
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The UK government is intensifying efforts to curb small boat crossings in the Channel, appointing former police chief Martin Hewitt to lead a new Border Security Command. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is in Italy to learn from Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's strategies, amid rising tensions over Labour's immigration policies following recent tragedies at sea.
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The mpox outbreak, particularly the new clade 1b strain, is escalating globally, with significant cases reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo and now in India. The WHO has declared a public health emergency, prompting countries to enhance surveillance and vaccination efforts to control the spread.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met Italian PM Giorgia Meloni in Rome to discuss migration policies. Starmer praised Meloni's success in reducing irregular migration to Italy, aiming to apply similar strategies in the UK. This meeting follows a tragic weekend where eight migrants died attempting to cross the English Channel.
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During a recent visit to Italy, UK Labour leader Keir Starmer expressed interest in Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's asylum processing scheme in Albania. This comes amid rising concerns over illegal immigration in the UK, as Italy reports a significant drop in boat arrivals due to its new policies.
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Following a summit with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, UK Labour leader Keir Starmer expressed interest in a migration deal similar to Italy's agreement with Albania. This comes amid rising concerns over illegal immigration and the effectiveness of current policies.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's recent meeting with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni has sparked criticism from within his party. Starmer praised Meloni's immigration policies while discussing ways to address irregular migration across the English Channel, raising concerns about aligning with far-right politics.
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In his first speech as Prime Minister at the Labour conference, Keir Starmer addressed the public's exhaustion with politics and the economic challenges ahead. He emphasized the need for tough decisions while promising a brighter future, despite facing criticism over his government's early decisions and declining approval ratings. The speech aimed to balance realism with hope for change.
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As of October 8, 2024, Rwanda reports 56 confirmed cases of Marburg virus, with 12 deaths. The outbreak, declared on September 27, primarily affects healthcare workers. Authorities are implementing strict hygiene protocols and contact tracing, while the WHO assesses the outbreak's risk as very high nationally.
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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has filed a lawsuit against Rwanda, alleging support for the M23 rebel group and human rights violations. This follows reports of increased violence and sexual assaults in eastern Congo, where over 6 million people have been displaced amid ongoing conflict. The situation remains dire as international scrutiny intensifies.