30 Apr 2018

Burundi: Collapsing Toilets Spark Disease Fears

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Bujumbura — ILL-equipped humanitarian groups fear a deadly outbreak of diseases after over 800 pit latrines overflowed following heavy rains in southern Burundi. Some 500 latrines in the village of Gatabo and 300 latrines in Buga village of Kayogoro Commune … Read More
27 Feb 2018

Papua New Guinea Earthquake Triggers Landslides; at Least 30 Feared Dead

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A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck central Papua New Guinea early Monday local time, killing at least 14 people in landslides triggered by the tremor. Unconfirmed reports said the death toll could be at least 30, but officials said it could … Read More