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world4 days ago
DRC Begins Trial of Two Experimental Ebola Treatments
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have started a clinical trial of two experimental Ebola drugs while the outbreak continues to expand in the northeast. The study tests monoclonal antibody MBP134 and antiviral remdesivir against the Bundibugyo strain.
abcnews.go.comworld5 days agoUpdated
DRC Begins Trial of Experimental Ebola Treatments as Outbreak Spreads
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have started a clinical trial of two experimental Ebola therapies while the outbreak centered in Ituri province continues to expand. The study is testing a monoclonal antibody and an antiviral drug against the Bundibugyo stra…
washingtonpost.comworld6 days ago
Viral Video of Detainees in DR Congo Shared With False Enslavement Claims
Posts on X claimed footage showed Muslims enslaving Black Christian Africans. France 24 reported the video instead depicted arrests of civilians in Ituri province on suspicion of armed group ties.
bbc.co.ukworld9 days ago
Police Find No Evidence of Child Trafficking in Viral Vinted Listings
French authorities are examining listings on the resale platform Vinted after viral social media videos highlighted high-priced toys described with human traits. Police in France and Germany are involved, while Vinted says it found no evidence of trafficking.
variety.comworld10 days ago
Tini Younger Expands Viral Recipe Into Cookware Line and Cookbook
Creator Tini Younger built a business around a widely shared recipe. The venture now includes cookware partnerships and a cookbook scheduled for fall release.
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Los Angeles Timessports13 days ago
Katelyn Ohashi Announces Return to Elite Gymnastics at Age 29
The former UCLA gymnast, known for viral floor routines and two ESPY Awards, stated on Instagram that she will resume elite competition. She will compete Saturday at the American Classic in Minneapolis.
ESPNsports15 days ago
Norway Beats Senegal 3-2, Joins Fans in Viking Row Celebration
Norway defeated Senegal 3-2 on Monday in East Rutherford, New Jersey, securing a spot in the World Cup knockout stage. Players and staff joined supporters in performing the viral Viking Row chant after the match.
manilatimes.nettechnology18 days ago
Convene Updates Instagram Logo After Fan Knocks 'n' Off Sign at Knicks Parade
The hospitality company changed its profile picture hours after video of the incident went viral during the June 18 championship celebration.
Nbc Newssports18 days ago
Osito the Poodle Mix in Mexico Jersey Photographed at World Cup Opener
An 8-year-old rescue dog arrived at Mexico’s June 18 match against South Korea on a cargo bicycle and quickly became a viral figure in Mexico City.
benzinga.comsports18 days ago
Kraft Plans Limited TSA-Compliant Ranch Kit for Travelers
Kraft announced a limited-edition ranch dressing travel kit that meets TSA carry-on rules. The kit follows viral videos of international soccer fans trying the condiment.
bbc.co.ukpolitics19 days ago
Duck named Merlin becomes Mexico's World Cup ambassador
A two-year-old pet duck called Merlin has gone viral after videos showed it wearing Mexico's national team jersey while walking through Mexico City streets. Fans gathered in the city center to meet the duck ahead of the 2026 tournament.
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upi.compolitics18 days agoUpdated
Flu Cases Reported Among Trainees at Lackland Base
Dozens of service members at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas have fallen ill with the flu in the weeks since the vaccine mandate was rescinded. The 37th Training Wing is managing the outbreak with isolation, monitoring, and antiviral treatment.
ABC Newsworld19 days ago
Flu Outbreak Among Air Force Recruits Prompts Isolation and Antiviral Treatment at Joint Base San Antonio
At least 159 cases and two hospitalizations have been recorded among trainees. The outbreak follows Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's April decision to make the annual flu shot optional.
thesouthafrican.comworld21 days ago
Counterfeit Toys Seized at Appleby Horse Fair
Authorities conducted a two-day operation at the Appleby Horse Fair and seized thousands of counterfeit toys. The items included potentially dangerous versions of popular viral toys.
dazeddigital.comworld22 days ago
DMV Artist Creates Belt-Based Works Examining Corporal Punishment in Black Families
Lex Marie, 33, creates large-scale works by stretching and striking belts on canvas. Her series has drawn viral attention on social media and sold pieces to filmmaker Spike Lee.
nypost.comtechnology22 days ago
Duck in Mexican team colors draws online attention during World Cup match
A 2-year-old duck wearing Mexico's national team colors gained attention online after the team's opening World Cup win over South Africa. The bird was described as the tournament's first viral unofficial mascot.
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yardbarker.comtechnology22 days ago
Conor McGregor Says He Has No Idea Who Roman Reigns Is After Photo From UFC Event at White House Goes Viral
McGregor said he had no idea who the WWE champion was after a photo of Reigns at the White House event circulated online.
Science Newsscience26 days ago
Researchers pursue measles antivirals and antibodies as U.S. cases rise
U.S. measles cases reached 2,030 by June 4, 2026, exceeding 2025 totals. Scientists are testing antiviral compounds and monoclonal antibodies to treat infections in unvaccinated people.
foxnews.comscience30 days ago
Experimental Drug Added to Standard Therapy Yields 19% Functional Cure Rate for Chronic HBV in Two Trials, Only in Already-Controlled Patients
A six-month course of an experimental drug combined with existing antivirals produced functional cures in 19 percent of participants whose chronic hepatitis B infections were already well controlled.
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The Independenttechnology30 days ago
Pope Leo XIV Begins Historic First Visit to Spain, Inaugurates Sagrada Familia Tower and Meets Migrants
The first American pope performed the viral internet hand signal on 6 June while beginning a week-long visit to Spain that includes stops in Barcelona, Montserrat and the Canary Islands.
thepointsguy.comworld30 days ago
86-Year-Old Vietnamese Restaurant Owner Receives Major Gift After Her Own Generosity Went Viral
An 86-year-old Vietnamese restaurant owner received a life-changing gift after her generosity reached millions online.
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yahoo.comtechnology32 days ago
Viral X Thread Collects Founders' VC Pitch Horror Stories — and Some VCs' Responses
TechCrunch reported that a week-long conversation on X collected dozens of accounts from founders about venture capitalists falling asleep, ghosting term sheets, and making unusual demands during fundraising meetings.
The Independentai33 days ago
AI Vaccine Targets Virus Families in Early Human Trial
A DNA vaccine created with machine learning produced immune responses to multiple coronaviruses in a phase I study of 49 volunteers. Researchers plan a phase II trial with more than 200 participants. The approach aims to address shared viral features rather than individual strain…
citizen.co.zascience33 days ago
Albania Approves $1.6 Billion Coastal Resort on Former Military Base
Demonstrations entered a fourth day against a luxury resort project on the island of Sazan and nearby wetlands. Viral videos circulating online misrepresent earlier events as current protests.
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winnipegfreepress.comtechnology34 days ago
AI Images of Muscled Mike Rogers and Other Politicians Spark Viral Meme Exchange on X
An altered photo of the Michigan Senate candidate showing exaggerated muscles spread widely on social media this week. The image, posted by a campaign vendor staffer, prompted responses from other candidates and the Rogers campaign.
world37 days ago
Brazil Rules Out Ebola in Two Travelers From Africa After Initial Tests
Health officials in Brazil are monitoring a 37-year-old man from the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Sao Paulo and a man from Uganda in Rio de Janeiro state after both showed symptoms consistent with viral infection.
foxnews.comworld37 days ago
Taylor Swift sends autographed guitar to young fan after viral video
Taylor Swift mailed a handwritten note and an autographed guitar to an 8-year-old girl after the child asked a neighbor to play one of her songs. The exchange began when the neighbor posted a video of the request on TikTok.
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financemagnates.comworld40 days ago
Woman Without Right Hand Addresses Viral Traffic Stop Video
A woman who lost her right hand spoke about a traffic stop video that circulated online. She described feeling uncomfortable during the encounter with police.
The Independentscience41 days ago
GSK Hepatitis B Drug Shows Functional Cure in 20 Percent of Trial Patients
Two international studies found that bepirovirsen produced sustained viral suppression in roughly one-fifth of participants after treatment ended. The drug is under FDA fast-track review with a decision expected in October.
New York Postpolitics41 days ago
Albino Buffalo Named Donald Trump Spared From Eid Sacrifice in Bangladesh
A 700-kilogram albino buffalo that gained viral attention for its resemblance to President Donald Trump was removed from the Eid al-Adha slaughter list and sent to Bangladesh's national zoo. Federal authorities cited security concerns and public interest in the decision.
sabcnews.comworld44 days ago
Johannesburg Police Say Viral Video of Traffic Light Arrest Is Two Years Old
Social media posts in May 2026 claimed Johannesburg metro police had arrested five foreign nationals found with stolen traffic lights. The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department stated the video dates to an operation two years earlier and shows no arrests.
bbc.co.ukworld46 days ago
Guernsey vets report two viral diseases in rabbits
Animal welfare staff in Guernsey report increased cases of Rabbit Haemorrhagic Viral Disease and urge owners to vaccinate pets. Officials also highlight ongoing risks from Myxomatosis.
radio.foxnews.comscience46 days ago
Podcast Discusses Parallels Between Human Immune Systems and Bacterial Defenses
Senior International Correspondent Richard Stone examined similarities between human immune responses and bacterial antiviral mechanisms. The discussion highlighted how these overlaps may support new research tools in molecular biology and immunology.
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manilatimes.nettechnology48 days ago
NanoCo Raises $12 Million Seed Round After Viral NanoClaw Launch
NanoCo, the company behind the security-focused AI agent NanoClaw, raised an oversubscribed $12 million seed round. The funding round followed a viral launch and came after the founders declined an acquisition offer of approximately $20 million.
rte.ieworld49 days ago
Two Americans Charged After Entering Viral Monkey Punch Enclosure at Japanese Zoo
Two U.S. men were arrested Sunday after one jumped into the macaque enclosure at Ichikawa City Zoo and Botanical Garden near Tokyo. The zoo reported no injuries to animals and is adding security measures.
world49 days ago
Australian Prime Minister Responds to Memes on Capital Gains Tax Reforms
Viral social media posts used AI images to criticize proposed changes to capital gains tax rules. Officials said the posts oversimplified the reforms and confirmed further consultation with start-up businesses.
Fox Newstechnology50 days ago
Alabama Teen Begins Experimental Cancer Treatment After Viral Video
A 15-year-old Alabama boy with stage 4 osteosarcoma started experimental gene therapy after a secretly posted Facebook video gained national attention. The video drew support from President Trump, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Dr. Mehmet Oz.
New York Postworld50 days ago
Two U.S. Men Arrested After Entering Viral Monkey Enclosure in Japan
Two American men were arrested Sunday after one climbed into the enclosure of Punch, a baby macaque at Ichikawa City Zoo near Tokyo. The zoo reported no injuries to animals and announced new safety measures.
ncbi.nlm.nih.govtechnology51 days ago
CAR-T Cell Therapy Shows Early Promise for Long-Term HIV Control
A small clinical trial tested CAR-T cell therapy in nine people with HIV. Two participants maintained undetectable virus levels for up to 20 months after stopping antiretroviral drugs.
The Japan Timesworld51 days ago
Japan Sends Antiviral Drug Avigan to Britain After Hantavirus Outbreak
The Japanese government supplied antiviral drug Avigan to Britain on Friday after a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship. Britain accepted passengers including a Japanese national and requested the drug under a bilateral agreement.
theedgemarkets.comscience51 days ago
Antiviral Pill Cuts Household COVID-19 Infections in Trial
A five-day course of ensitrelvir reduced symptomatic COVID-19 cases among household contacts from 9 percent to 3 percent. The drug also lowered overall infection rates compared with placebo in a study of more than 2,000 people.
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nypost.comworld53 days ago
Springsteen Does Not Shake Christie's Hand at Barclays Center Concert
The 76-year-old musician walked past the former New Jersey governor's outstretched hand while high-fiving fans during "Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out" on May 14, 2026. Video of the moment went viral. Springsteen had delivered sharp criticism of President Trump days earlier at Madison Sq…
realitytea.combusiness54 days ago
Elon Musk and Lei Jun Selfie Interaction Goes Viral in China
A brief interaction between Elon Musk and Lei Jun at a banquet in Beijing this week spread rapidly on Chinese social media. Musk was in the Chinese capital as part of a business delegation accompanying President Trump. The clip showed Musk making faces during a requested selfie b…
alternet.orgpolitics54 days ago
Rudy Giuliani Returns to His Talk Show After Hospitalization for Viral Pneumonia
The 81-year-old former New York City mayor opened his program Wednesday evening, thanking supporters and President Trump after a serious bout of viral pneumonia that required a ventilator. Giuliani had been hospitalized in critical condition earlier in May 2026 in Palm Beach, Flo…
japantimes.co.jpworld55 days ago
Shionogi Antiviral Pill Cuts COVID-19 Infection Risk in Exposed Household Contacts
An experimental pill developed by Shionogi reduced the risk of COVID-19 infection among people exposed to the virus at home. The study marks the first time an antiviral pill has demonstrated preventive efficacy against SARS-CoV-2 in exposed individuals. Results were published in…
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gizmodo.comscience55 days ago
Experimental study finds high H5N1 and H5N5 viral loads in milk of infected sheep
A study published in Science Advances found that sheep can shed high levels of H5N1 and H5N5 influenza viruses in their milk. Lambs suckling from infected ewes can spread the virus to other udders. @ScienceMagazine reported the findings.
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longwarjournal.orgworld55 days ago
Kurdistan Freedom Party Denies Link to Video of Stolen Starlink Equipment in Iran
The Kurdistan Freedom Party, known as PAK, told The Jerusalem Post that a viral video showing stolen Starlink equipment in Iran is fake. The group said the footage was created as propaganda by monarchist groups and denied any involvement or connection to an individual named Ebrah…
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thewrap.combusiness57 days ago
Byron Allen Agrees to Buy Majority Stake in BuzzFeed for $120 Million
Media mogul Byron Allen has reached a deal to acquire a controlling stake in BuzzFeed for $120 million. BuzzFeed co-founder Jonah Peretti will step down as chief executive and become president of A.I. The transaction marks a significant shift for the digital media company that ro…
Nbc Newsworld57 days ago
Crowdfunding Effort for Bankrupt Spirit Airlines Reaches $337 Million in Pledges
Hunter Peterson, a 32-year-old voice actor and content creator, launched a viral effort to revive Spirit Airlines days after its closure on May 2, 2026. The campaign has drawn more than 370,000 verified pledges modeled after the Green Bay Packers' fan ownership structure. Experts…
The Guardianscience59 days ago
Twitch Updates Rules to Allow Streamers to Use Omoggle Site
Twitch changed its community guidelines on Tuesday to permit participation in the Omoggle trend known as mogging. The site connects streamers to strangers for facial comparison contests using measurements such as canthal tilt. The update follows viral popularity among Gen Z users…
abcnews.go.compolitics59 days ago
Hungary's Likely Next Health Minister Performs Viral Dance at Parliament
A politician expected to become Hungary's next health minister performed his viral dance complete with air guitar moves on the steps of parliament. The event occurred in front of tens of thousands of spectators during an inauguration ceremony. Video of the performance circulated…
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politics59 days ago
Creator of Viral Tiger Bomb Coffee Considers Legal Action Against Indonesian Imitators
Caleb 'Tiger' Cha created the Tiger Bomb drink when he opened Tone Coffee in Melbourne in 2023. The beverage went viral on China's Little Red Book on its first day of sales and has since inspired imitators in Indonesia. Cha is now consulting his lawyer on intellectual property op…
xtramagazine.comscience60 days ago
Toronto Man in Remission from HIV After Bone Marrow Transplant for Cancer
A 62-year-old Toronto man diagnosed with HIV in 1999 stopped antiretroviral therapy in 2025 after receiving a bone marrow transplant for blood cancer. As of April 2026 his HIV levels remain undetectable. Dr. Sharon Walmsley said the case marks an advance but cautioned the risky p…
nypost.comworld60 days ago
Ciara Miller Accuses Ex West Wilson of Sleeping With Jennifer Fessler After Fessler Called Him 'Harmless'
Miller responded to Fessler's comments defending Wilson by stating they had slept together. Fessler, married since 1999, called the accusation flattering. The exchange, which also referenced Wilson's romance with Amanda Batula, went viral on social media.
nypost.comworld60 days ago
Clayton Echard Made Over $97,000 From 1,300 Cameo Videos in the Past Year
The former Bachelor star disclosed his earnings on the She’s All Bach podcast, attributing his success to viral dance videos that he said pay more than a full-time job. Echard addressed past criticism from Gabby Windey, who mocked the videos last year. He said the income has allo…
cloud.google.comai61 days ago
Meta and Google Develop AI Agents as Industry Reacts to OpenClaw Demonstration
Big Tech companies including Meta and Google are accelerating work on personalized AI agents capable of performing everyday tasks after the viral emergence of OpenClaw earlier in 2026. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang called the tool the next ChatGPT while OpenAI acquired its creator Pete…
Rapplerworld61 days ago
No Free Electricity or Subsidies Available for National ID or Vaccine Card Holders, PSA Says
The Philippine Statistics Authority and PhilSys on May 7 stated that possession of a national ID does not automatically qualify recipients for financial aid. Rappler reported that viral Facebook posts promising benefits for national ID or COVID-19 vaccine card holders after onlin…
themarysue.comscience61 days agoSourced
No Cure Exists for Hantavirus; Treatments Include Ivermectin and Vaccines
No antiviral or vaccine for hantavirus is approved by the FDA. Some drugs work in vitro but fail in human trials. Ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine — the two most-asked-about repurposed drugs — have zero published research against hantavirus. Here is what every candidate, includi…
thequint.comworld62 days ago
Viral Image Claiming Kenya's Fred Matiang'i Slept During Citizen TV Interview Is Altered, Fact-Check Finds
A viral screenshot claiming to show presidential aspirant Fred Matiang'i asleep during a live Citizen TV interview in April 2026 was altered from the original, Africa Check reported. The original image and full YouTube video confirm his eyes were open at the 9:18 pm timestamp.
Wiredfinance62 days ago
Viral Blackjack Livestream by Performer Brian Michael Hinds Draws Millions for Crypto Casino Duel
A promised appearance by Andrew Tate at the cryptocurrency-based online casino Duel turned out to be performer Brian Michael Hinds, known as Bottom G. The 29-year-old delivered a flamboyant show featuring singing, twerking and a full split on the table. Duel founder Ossi Ketola l…