SINGAPORE — In recent weeks, the US has been hit by an outbreak of a gastrointestinal illness known as cyclosporiasis.So far, there have been more than 6,700 laboratory-confirmed infections, with an additional 11,500 suspected cases in various states across the US, including Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky and Michigan — the worse-hit area, where more than 10,000 have been affected.The cause of the outbreak is still unknown, though the US Food and Drug Administration has linked it to iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell fast-food restaurants sourced from Taylor Farms’ facility in central Mexico.However, cases continue to rise even after the supplier had recalled all iceberg lettuce grown and processed at the facility in question.What exactly is cyclosporiasis, and could a similar outbreak happen in Singapore? Simply Science takes a look.What is cyclosporiasis?The disease’s main symptom is explosive, watery diarrhoea, while other symptoms include fatigue, low-grade fever and nausea.

A total of nine hawker centres across Singapore will close for between one and three days from Monday (Aug 3) for spring cleaning.According to the National Environment Agency (NEA), such cleaning is conducted regularly so that Singaporeans can enjoy affordable food in a clean and hygienic place.Cleaning at hawker centres owned by the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment is conducted by NEA, while town councils are responsible for cleaning at Housing and Development Board-owned (HDB) hawker centres.The nine hawker centres affected for the upcoming spring cleaning are mostly in central region, but also include The Hawker Centre @ Our Tampines Hub and Buangkok Hawker Centre in the eastern and north-eastern regions.Meanwhile, the Teck Ghee Square hawker centre at Block 409 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10 is set to reopen on Aug 7 following repairs and redecoration work since June 8, according to a list published on NEA's website.

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Lewis' death was announced in the Senate Saturday afternoon. He's remembered as an advocate for Canadian agriculture and an unwavering voice for rural communities.

At a news conference Sunday, B.C.'s director of wildfire operations, Cliff Chapman, said more than 5,000 people have been evacuated across the province in the past 24 hours.

The US leader added that the allies «think there’s a deal»

Two civilians were reported to sustain wounds

By 10:10 p.m. GMT, August 2, Brent had pared losses to trade at $82.89 a barrel

The Workers' Party (WP) will file a motion to speak on how Singapore can upgrade her economic structure for the benefit of all citizens when Parliament sits on Tuesday (Aug 4).Titled «an economy of the future that works for all», the motion expresses the need for a «more equal and inclusive economy» that gives households, businesses, workers and innovators more opportunities.It also states that the economy should be driven by local companies and domestic demand, as well as the expansion of Singaporean capital overseas.Most WP MPs are expected to debate various economic issues and topics in the motion led by Aljunied GRC MP Kenneth Tiong and Sengkang GRC MP Assoc Prof Jamus Lim.Tiong told reporters on Saturday (Aug 1) that Singapore has relied on multinational corporations (MNCs) to grow the economy, but companies are beginning to move their regional headquarters and production facilities elsewhere.«Singapore faces a new set of challenges and markedly different global realities. We cannot rely on a safe playbook to succeed, and we cannot just rely on headline growth numbers to propel Singapore forward,» he said.

DMK fiercely responded to Rahul Gandhi's criticism of supporting a bill to increase Lok Sabha seats. Senior DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran accused Congress of betraying trust for ministerial positions. The BJP hopes DMK's anger with Congress will aid its legislative agenda. DMK has indicated openness to the bill after studying its impact. Rahul Gandhi's comments acknowledge the possibility of DMK revising its stance on the bill.

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An online petition urging NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to stay away from the 9/11 celebrations, has gained over 70,000 backers Read Full Article at RT.com

Le vana, ce produit d’exception est souvent comparé à une version locale du caviar. À Huahine, la famille Tai vit de la pêche aux oursins, son unique source de revenus. Un métier exigeant, soumis aux aléas de la météo et qui demande de longues heures de travail.

Samedi 1er août dans la soirée, le Mini Heiva de l'Intercontentinental a élu sa miss et son mister. Hitirere Ludivion, du groupe 'Ātoroira'i, est Miss Mini Heiva 2026 et Heifara Piritua, du groupe Toakura, a remporté le titre de Mister Mini Heiva 2026.

L'œil d'un grand photographe sur les Marquises. Jimmy Nelson est dans l'archipel. Réputé pour ses portraits spectaculaires, le journaliste britannique est venu immortaliser les traditions et les habitants de Hiva Oa, Ua Pou et de Nuku Hiva, où il se trouve actuellement.

Two more girls, of seven and nine years of age, received shrapnel wounds and were taken to a hospital, the region’s acting governor, Alexander Shuvayev said

According to a report by The Jerusalem Post, the court issued this ruling based on a motion from the animal rights organization Let the Animals Live

The sides also discussed ensuring security of navigation in the Mediterranean

Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud stressed that Riyadh is committed to continuing to play its regional role in ensuring security and stability

Sources in Gaza hospitals told Al Jazeera that 12 people were killed in the city of Gaza in the north of the enclave

The Shri Ramlila Mahasangh requested a special preview screening of the upcoming Ramayana film. This demand aims to prevent any scenes that might offend Hindu sentiments. The organization warned of protests if their preview request is not accepted. The film's trailer features Ranbir Kapoor as Rama and Yash as Ravana. Ramayana: Part 1 is scheduled for a Diwali 2026 release.

Exiled author Taslima Nasreen believes Bangladesh's student movement misled people. She drew parallels between past protests and recent demonstrations in Delhi. Nasreen stated that Islamic fundamentalists were behind the Bangladesh movement. This experience reinforced her concerns about the consequences of such actions. The developments in Bangladesh should serve as a cautionary lesson for others.