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'I need strength, prayer, and for them to find my family,' says Renata da Silva, a resident of Jardim Burnier, a neighborhood devastated by recent floods in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, where she is anxiously awaiting news about her missing relatives.

The UN Human Rights Council met to discuss the increasing risk of genocidal violence in Sudan amid ongoing conflicts and human rights violations.

Investigations are ongoing into a fungal infection outbreak at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital that may have led to the deaths of two organ transplant patients.

An Israeli airstrike in Gaza resulted in the deaths of five individuals, amid increasing tensions over a ceasefire.

A Russian projectile hit the village of Przewodów in Poland, raising concerns about a potential NATO response under Article 5 after two deaths were reported.

The search for missing persons in Juiz de Fora and Ubá continues on its fourth day, with over 60 confirmed deaths due to severe rains in the region.

Long COVID has led to 3,544 deaths in the United States, according to a government study highlighting the severe impact of the SARS-CoV-2 virus beyond the pandemic phase.

The Israeli military announced an airstrike on an ambulance in Gaza, asserting it was being utilized by a Hamas terrorist cell, resulting in 13 deaths and multiple injuries according to Gaza's Health Ministry.

Spain, Ireland, and Norway announced that they would recognize Palestine as a state on May 28, amid international outrage over civilian deaths and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Nelson Rodrigues Filho, known for his contributions to Brazilian theater and culture, dedicated his life to preserving and adapting his father's works while also engaging in political activism.

A terrorist attack during Tarawih prayers in Nigeria has resulted in the deaths of five worshippers and injuries to several others.

The use of drones in attacks on journalists has increased in 2025, resulting in the deaths of at least 39 media professionals, according to a new report by the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ).

A recent report highlights that Israel has the highest number of journalist deaths, with 86 fatalities attributed to it in the year 2025.

Federal Justice in Brazil has condemned leaders of BioPark for fraudulent importing and mistreatment of giraffes, resulting in four deaths.

The Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro indicted five individuals following a deadly fire at the Tijuca Mall, citing severe security shortcomings.

The state of Minas Gerais in Brazil has confirmed five cases of mpox in 2026, with all patients recovering and no reported deaths.

Approximately 8,000 people died or went missing on perilous migration routes in 2025, according to the International Organization for Migration.

The UN reported nearly 8,000 deaths or disappearances in dangerous migration routes in 2025, attributing the likely higher real number to reduced legal migration paths pushing people into the hands of smugglers.

Archaeologists in northern Serbia have uncovered a mass grave dating back 2,800 years that suggests a violent episode involving the deaths of women and children during the Iron Age.

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel emphasized that Cuba does not threaten or attack, but will defend itself following an incident that resulted in four deaths in its territorial waters.

Santarém, Brazil, is experiencing a significant increase in dengue fever cases, with health officials reporting five deaths by the end of February 2026.

Three more people were killed in Gaza due to an Israeli airstrike, bringing the total death toll to 400 since the ceasefire began.

A shooting in Tucumã, southern Pará, Brazil, led to the deaths of two young men and left a teenager injured when assailants on a motorcycle opened fire on them.

A report highlights that nearly 8,000 individuals lost their lives on migration routes in the past year, emphasizing this as a global failure of safe migration.

An armed confrontation between the Cuban Coast Guard and a speedboat registered in Florida resulted in four deaths and six injuries, as tensions escalate between Cuba and the United States.

In 2025, around 7,700 individuals have reportedly died or gone missing on migration routes, highlighting the persistent global crisis of migration according to the International Organization for Migration.

Autopsies on four stranded sperm whales in Denmark have not revealed the cause of their deaths or how they became stranded.

A report by the Committee to Protect Journalists reveals that Israel was implicated in a significant number of journalist deaths in 2025, primarily during the Gaza conflict.

The unexpected deaths of popular reality show contestants have left the entertainment world in shock, raising questions and uncovering untold stories.

Several stranded sperm whales on the Danish coast have been autopsied, but the cause of their deaths remains unclear.

A prison police officer and his lawyer wife were found dead in their home in Goiânia, Brazil, with investigations ongoing into the circumstances of their deaths.

The defendant in a tragic accident in Gumma that resulted in the deaths of three people has filed an appeal against a 20-year sentence for dangerous driving.

Wu-Tang Clan co-founder Oliver 'Power' Grant has passed away at the age of 52, leading to tributes from fans and fellow musicians for his significant contributions to hip-hop.

An avalanche in Valdidentro, Italy, has resulted in the deaths of a man and a woman in their 20s to 30s.

The article discusses the anticipated deaths of beloved characters in the fourth season of Bridgerton on Netflix, which has recently premiered its second part.

Ukrainian drone strikes resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to six others in border regions of western Russia, as reported by local authorities.

A series of militant attacks in northwest Pakistan resulted in the deaths of 15 police personnel and four civilians, with rising violence linked to ongoing tensions between Afghan and Pakistani forces.

Devastating floods in southeastern Brazil's Minas Gerais state have resulted in at least 46 deaths and significant displacement of residents.

The United Nations reports a significant increase in civilian deaths due to the ongoing war in Sudan, with fatalities more than doubling in 2025.

The article highlights major news stories in Nigeria, including the new acting Inspector-General of Police's commitment to eradicating corruption and a tragic accident resulting in the deaths of six nursing students from LAUTECH.

A shooting incident involving a US-registered motorboat near Cuba has resulted in four deaths and heightened tensions between the US and Cuba.

Russia has accused the United States of escalating tensions with Cuba following a deadly confrontation involving a speedboat registered in the US that resulted in four deaths.

A national inquiry claims that the NHS is covering up deaths of babies blamed on inadequate care by misclassifying them as stillbirths.

The site of the Wieambilla ambush, infamous for the shooting deaths of Queensland police constables, is now on the market for $190,000 amid concerns about its potential ownership.

Students and pupils are participating in a protest marking three years since the tragic train accident in Tempi, Greece, which resulted in 57 deaths and sparked ongoing discussions about accountability.

Health authorities are investigating a cluster of fungal infections at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney associated with the deaths of two patients.

Torrential rain has resulted in the deaths of more than 50 people in Portugal, Spain, and Morocco since mid-January, with climate change exacerbating the situation.

A report by the Committee to Protect Journalists reveals that Israeli forces were responsible for the deaths of more journalists than any other nation in 2025, marking a troubling trend for press safety.

A U.S. speedboat allegedly opened fire on Cuban border officials, resulting in four deaths and several injuries, amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and Cuba.

A report reveals that police violence has sharply increased, with a significant rise in deaths from police actions in key Brazilian cities.