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President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania announced the country's first confirmed case of the Marburg virus on Monday, confirming an outbreak of the Ebola-like illness. This statement comes just a week after Tanzania's health minister denied reports of the virus in the country. The case is located in the north-western region of Kagera.

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A fiery nightmare has engulfed Los Angeles’ Pacific Palisades, leaving devastation in its wake. Among the over 1,000 structures reduced to ash are the homes of numerous celebrities, turning one of Hollywood’s most scenic enclaves into a charred wasteland.

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Donald Trump made history today as he took the oath of office as the 47th President of the United States, marking an unprecedented return to the White House after his previous term ended in 2021. The ceremony, forced indoors to the Capitol Rotunda by frigid temperatures, represented the first indoor presidential inauguration in four decades.

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A powerful earthquake struck Tibet on January 7, 2025, with devastating consequences. The quake, measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale, struck Shigatse, a revered city near Mount Everest, at 9:00 AM local time. The tremor, which had a depth of 10 kilometers, caused widespread destruction, with Chinese state media confirming at least 95 fatalities and 130 injuries. Additionally, over 1,000 buildings were reported damaged, with some completely collapsed. Rescue efforts are ongoing, supported by Chinese air and ground teams.

Tremors from the earthquake were felt beyond Tibet, reaching Nepal and parts of India. While Nepal did not report significant casualties, the tremors served as a painful reminder of the 2015 earthquake that caused nearly 9,000 deaths in the region. A resident in Kathmandu shared his fear, recalling the 2015 disaster and expressing concerns about further aftershocks. Despite this, no major damage was reported in Nepal, with
only minor cracks in buildings noted. In Tibet, the aftermath of the earthquake was severe, with significant disruption to basic utilities such as water and electricity.

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Amid devastating wildfires ravaging Los Angeles, the Lakers postponed their NBA matchup against the Charlotte Hornets, initially scheduled for
Friday, January 12. The decision reflects the region's ongoing struggles, as nearly 180,000 residents have been evacuated due to the encroaching flames.