Flames engulf historic Montreal church, spread to retirement home next door
A significant fire destroyed the historic Saint-Paul Catholic Church in Montreal, forcing the evacuation of a neighboring retirement home.
The three viruses that could trigger new crises in 2026
Experts warn that global conditions in 2026 could promote the evolution and spread of certain viruses, including avian flu, mpox, and the less-known Oropouche virus.
Who are the Basij militia that spread terror among protesters in Iran?
The controversial paramilitary force has repeatedly been at the forefront of suppressing popular uprisings in Iran, raising global concerns about the current state of affairs.
Bird flu resurfaces in Israel and India
The World Organisation for Animal Health reported new outbreaks of bird flu in Israel and India, highlighting ongoing global spread and its impact on poultry and food security.
Scientists warn of 'global health threat' posed by infectious killer virus
Scientists are raising alarms about Candida auris, a drug-resistant yeast that poses a severe global health threat due to its ability to easily spread among patients in healthcare settings.
This fungus quickly develops resistance to drugs. Doctors: It makes it one of the greatest threats in modern medicine
New research highlights the alarming global spread of the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris, which poses serious health risks and has been identified in at least 61 countries.