WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergencyReutersThe World Health Organization (WHO) has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo's eastern Ituri province a public health emergency of international concern.The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 suspected cases and 80 deaths reported, does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency.WHO...

Meta now alerts parents if their teen discussed suicide or self-harm with its AI chatbot Meta announced on Thursday that it will now notify parents if their teen discusses suicide or self-harm with the company’s Meta AI chatbot. Meta says it’s also working on the ability to contact emergency services if someone’s conversations suggest they may be at risk of self-harm. These changes arrive as...

The cutest games from the Wholesome Direct 2026 showcaseEvery year at Summer Game Fest, nestled in between the splashy blockbuster showcases, the Wholesome Direct provides a nice change of pace. It’s similarly packed with games — this year’s edition had more than 50 — but the vibe is more chill and, well, wholesome. As in years past, I’ve pulled out some of the more intriguing reveals and...

Australia has some of the world's costliest homes. Will scrapping tax breaks help?6 hours agoTiffanie TurnbullandLana Lam,SydneyGettyAustralia's government has scrapped some tax breaks for investors in a bid to help first home owners.Sebastian Muñoz-Najar has only just finished primary school. The 13-year-old is still years away from learning how to drive. He cannot legally work. He's too young...

These 5 Common Robot Vacuum Mistakes Are Sabotaging Your Pricey Home HelperIt's the classic story with so many appliances. Out of the box, your robot vacuum works great but over time, that peak performance degrades and a few months later, it starts underperforming so much you think it's broken. However, with robot vacuums, it's very possible that your machine isn't underperforming; you're...