The symptoms of NB.1.8.1 are similar to previous COVID-19 variants and may include sore throat, cough, fever, and fatigue.
The rising demand for gold and critical minerals is fuelling crimes, corruption, and instability in Africa, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime has said.
In 2024, at least 1,517 Afghan migrants lost their lives while in transit – up 39 per cent from 2023.
WHO highlighted that essential prevention, testing and treatment services were collapsing, leaving millions at risk.
The WHO added that an estimated four billion people worldwide are at risk of infection from arboviruses, which is estimated to increase to five billion by 2050.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese heralded a deepened relationship with close neighbour Indonesia during his first bilateral visit on Monday.
The total Prize Pool of $180 million is said to be $70 million more than other top esporting events.
