India's AIDS victims become new untouchables in Delhi
Rohit and Vineet Oberoi, hemophiliacs infected seven years ago, face social exclusion and medical neglect in India. They lack treatment, public support, and compensation after infection from Serum Institute blood. Doctors refuse care, and stigma mirrors a leper colony as the country houses 18 million HIV cases.
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Snowstorm blankets eastern South Africa with heavy snow
A rare Monday storm dumped heavy snow across eastern South Africa, trapping hundreds of travelers and freezing roads. At least three middle aged men died from the cold as Drakensberg hikers and motorists faced being stranded. provinces reported snow over the weekend and rescue efforts were hampered by blocked highways and lingering drifts.
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World Court leaves nukes legal question unresolved
The World Court refused to declare nuclear weapons illegal and limited lawful use to self defense in a state's survival. The advisory opinion, sought by the UN General Assembly, drew divided reactions from activists and experts, with leaders in Hiroshima and Nagasaki angered by the lack of a clear ruling.
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Orange march at Drumcree sparks weeklong Protestants riot
In Portadown NI Protestant mobs clash with police as Orange Order seeks to march through a Catholic enclave. rioting leaves stones bottles and firecrackers, two policemen and two protesters injured, police deploy plastic bullets and barbed wire barriers amid a 24 hour standoff.
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Dengue kills 41 children in Central Java Indonesia
Dengue fever has killed at least 41 children in Central Java since April, with several more deaths in the Philippines this year. Health officials urge vigilance as cases spike during Indonesia’s dry season, while noting past outbreaks and symptoms that include high fever and nosebleeds.
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