[2026-05-19 17:04 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Rappler

Title: Ex-party-list rep Oducado says resignation due to health reasons, not impeachment

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/nat-oducado-reason-resignation-health-not-impeachment/

[2026-05-19 16:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Trump to expand prescription drug site with 600 cheaper generic medicines in push to lower costs

Snippet: US President Donald Trump said on Monday that TrumpRx.gov, a government-backed website that lists discounted prescription drugs, will begin featuring generic medicines, including widely used drugs such as cholesterol treatment atorvastatin and diabetes drug metformin.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-896638

[2026-05-19 16:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: American tests positive for Ebola in Congo outbreak, CDC says US risk remains low

Snippet: The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Monday that one American tested positive for Ebola as part of its work in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where there is an outbreak of a rare strain of the virus, but advised that the immediate risk in the US was low.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/article-896636

[2026-05-19 15:48 UTC+10:00] [Doctors] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australian medical college leader suspended from position over alleged health and safety breach

Snippet: Dr Sharmila Chandran suspended until 20 September as Royal Australasian College of Physicians agrees to work with regulator to meet its obligations

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/may/19/royal-australasian-college-of-physicians-leader-suspended-sharmila-chandran-ntwnfb

[2026-05-19 15:45 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: Hundreds of Aussies infected with rare, deadly disease in 'biggest outbreak in decades'

Snippet: A resurgence of an almost-eradicated, highly contagious disease in the Northern Territory has now spread across three state borders, in what federal Health Minister Mark Butler has described as a "very concerning" development.The Northern Territory has recorded 133 cases of diphtheria to date, prompting a major push to increase vaccination rates amongst those in the hardest-hit communities.One person in the Territory has died, although the exact cause of death remains under investigation.READ MORE: Accused domestic violence killer was 'full-time carer'

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/diphtheria-outbreak-in-nt-spreads-to-wa-queensland-south-australia/a3bf7fdf-1831-4ad4-a03a-994fb923e543

[2026-05-19 15:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Over 90 deaths in latest DR Congo Ebola crisis: this is what we know

Snippet: The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo an international health emergency after more than 90 suspected deaths and hundreds of possible infections linked to the highly contagious virus. Health officials warn the outbreak could spread rapidly across the region as cases have already been confirmed outside the epicentre in northeastern DR Congo.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/05/19/over-90-deaths-in-latest-dr-congo-ebola-crisis-this-is-what-we-know/

[2026-05-19 15:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: BBC News

Title: Widows left in pension limbo after husbands' deaths

Snippet: Paul McGinness died from cancer at just 43 but with a civil servant's pension, he at least knew his family would have some security.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce3pw153dvpo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-05-19 14:54 UTC+10:00] [Health] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: ‘Biggest diphtheria outbreak’ in decades spreads into Queensland, SA and WA

Snippet: Health minister Mark Butler says vaccines are being rushed into NT communities, with one suspected death

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/may/19/diphtheria-outbreak-australia-spread-vaccine-northern-territory

[2026-05-19 14:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Canberra urges humane treatment for Australians held after Gaza flotilla raid

Snippet: Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade said it was urgently seeking confirmation about the welfare of Australians believed to have been detained after Israeli forces intercepted Gaza-bound flotilla vessels in international waters on Monday.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/australian-government-warns-against-attempts-breach-gaza-blockade

[2026-05-19 14:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Inter Miami fans wage silent protest against Lionel Messi-led team over treatment by players

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/19/sports/inter-miami-fans-wage-silent-protest-against-lionel-messi-led-team/

[2026-05-19 14:32 UTC+10:00] [Health] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Plan to reduce private health rebates for older Australians to have ‘almost no impact’ on hospital system, expert says

Snippet: Labor will push ahead with a plan to reduce insurance rebates, meaning three million older Australians to pay $250 extra a year for private health

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/may/19/private-health-insurance-rebates-older-australians-labor-budget

[2026-05-19 14:14 UTC+10:00] [Australian police and policing] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: NSW police to avoid mental health incidents under UK model after spate of fatal shootings

Snippet: Exclusive: Families of victims have called for health workers to be first responders and police minister says deal with NSW Health ‘very close to being signed’

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/may/19/nsw-police-avoid-mental-health-incidents-intervention

[2026-05-19 14:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: NT records two deaths from mosquito-borne disease Murray Valley encephalitis

Snippet: Tue 19 May 2026 at 2:12pm

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-19/two-nt-deaths-from-murray-valley-encephalitis-alice-springs/106696620

[2026-05-19 14:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Eligibility expanded for Queensland's needle-free flu vaccine program

Snippet: Tue 19 May 2026 at 2:01pm

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-19/qld-flumist-vaccine-program-expanded/106696494

[2026-05-19 13:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Who should get a mammogram and how often. 4 things to know about breast cancer screening

Snippet: Breast cancer screening advice is conflicted and confusing, but new research and technology should help women find the ideal timing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3353970/who-should-get-mammogram-and-how-often-4-things-know-about-breast-cancer-screening?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-19 13:15 UTC+10:00] [mammogram] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Who should get a mammogram and how often. 4 things to know about breast cancer screening

Snippet: Breast cancer screening advice is conflicted and confusing, but new research and technology should help women find the ideal timing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3353970/who-should-get-mammogram-and-how-often-4-things-know-about-breast-cancer-screening

[2026-05-19 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Software CEO Convicted In Massive $1 Billion Medicare Fraud Scheme Targeting Seniors

Snippet: In a verdict hailed by federal officials as a major blow against one of the most egregious health care fraud operations in Florida history, a jury in the Southern District of Florida convicted Brett Blackman, 42, of Johnson County, Kansas, on multiple conspiracy charges related to a sprawling scheme that bilked Medicare and other federal programs out of more than $1 billion.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/software-ceo-convicted-massive-1-billion-medicare-fraud-scheme-targeting-seniors

[2026-05-19 12:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Uniqlo to open flagship store in Myeongdong, 5 yrs after closing outlet amid COVID outbreak

Snippet: SEOUL, May 19 (Yonhap) -- Japanese casual wear brand Uniqlo is reopening its flagship store in Myeongdong, central Seoul, this week, some five years after shuttering the outlet due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the clothing apparel company said Tuesday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260519003800320

[2026-05-19 11:52 UTC+10:00] [World / Africa] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: What to know about the new Ebola outbreak that quietly raged for weeks

Snippet: A rare strain of Ebola has prompted the World Health Organisation to declare a public health emergency of international concern. Most of the cases have occurred in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with more than 100 suspected deaths and nearly 400 suspected infections.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/africa/what-to-know-about-the-new-ebola-outbreak-that-quietly-raged-for-weeks-20260519-p5zylv.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-19 11:49 UTC+10:00] [KK Women's and Children's Hospital] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Singapore sentences man to 18 years’ jail for repeatedly raping younger sister

Snippet: On several occasions when the victim resisted him, he shouted at her, pinched and punched her

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3354035/singapore-sentences-man-18-years-jail-repeatedly-raping-younger-sister

[2026-05-19 11:30 UTC+10:00] [Mount Sanukido] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Russian hiker becomes Japan’s latest bear attack victim as another grim record looms

Snippet: After a year with more than 50,000 sightings and 238 injuries, Japan’s vanishing hunting communities are struggling to contain the problem

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3354006/russian-hiker-becomes-japans-latest-bear-attack-victim-another-grim-record-looms

[2026-05-19 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Russian hiker becomes Japan’s latest bear attack victim as another grim record looms

Snippet: After a year with more than 50,000 sightings and 238 injuries, Japan’s vanishing hunting communities are struggling to contain the problem

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3354006/russian-hiker-becomes-japans-latest-bear-attack-victim-another-grim-record-looms?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-19 10:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Australia's worst diphtheria outbreak 'for decades' spreads to Qld, SA

Snippet: Topic:Disease Outbreak

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-19/mark-butler-nt-diphtheria-outbreak-spreads-to-sa-qld/106695586

[2026-05-19 10:45 UTC+10:00] [Africa] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: What do we know about the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus?

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/world/africa/bundibugyo-strain-ebola-virus-may-2026/

[2026-05-19 10:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Qué saber sobre el virus Bundibugyo, una especie del ébola que causa un brote en Congo

Snippet: Un funcionario de salud utiliza un termómetro para tomar la temperatura a las personas frente al Hospital Musulmán de Kibuli, en Kampala, Uganda, el sábado 16 de mayo de 2026. (AP Foto/Hajarah Nalwadda)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/ebola-congo-uganda-brote-d3b9ac0977ab7848da8a78af26a06ba5

[2026-05-19 10:41 UTC+10:00] [Lifestyle / Health & wellness] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Karl Stefanovic reveals health scare behind 15kg weight loss

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/lifestyle/health-and-wellness/karl-stefanovic-reveals-health-scare-behind-15kg-weight-loss-20260519-p5zyng.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-19 10:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Ebola treatment centres open in Congo as WHO sends team

Snippet: Tue 19 May 2026 at 10:37am

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-19/ebola-treatment-centres-congo-american-doctor-diagnosed/106695174

[2026-05-19 10:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Lebanese ministry says death toll from Israeli attacks crosses 3,000

Snippet: The death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon since March 2 has surpassed 3,000, Lebanon’s health ministry said on Monday, as cross-border hostilities between Hezbollah and the Israeli army continued to escalate.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/lebanese-ministry-says-death-toll-israeli-attacks-crosses-3000

[2026-05-19 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Texans accuse Japan of doing ‘deal with the devil’ by funding US fossil fuel projects

Snippet: Community groups from the Freeport area are urging Japanese financiers and ministries not to back fossil fuel infrastructure

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3353990/texans-accuse-japan-doing-deal-devil-funding-us-fossil-fuel-projects?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-19 10:00 UTC+10:00] [Friends of the Earth Japan] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Texans accuse Japan of doing ‘deal with the devil’ by funding US fossil fuel projects

Snippet: Community groups from the Freeport area are urging Japanese financiers and ministries not to back fossil fuel infrastructure

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3353990/texans-accuse-japan-doing-deal-devil-funding-us-fossil-fuel-projects

[2026-05-19 10:00 UTC+10:00] [Health] [Factuality: 100]

Source: SBS News

Title: Two dead from mosquito-borne virus as NT authorities urge precautions

Snippet: LIVE, FREE and EXCLUSIVE

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/encephalitis-mosquito-virus-deaths-alice-springs/15mu7yd6r

[2026-05-19 10:00 UTC+10:00] [Health] [Factuality: 100]

Source: SBS News

Title: 'Doesn't return by chance': Australia's 'deeply concerning' diphtheria outbreak, explained

Snippet: LIVE, FREE and EXCLUSIVE

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/australia-diphtheria-outbreak-explained/gioo79b7l

[2026-05-19 09:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Driver hospitalised after 350km/h shunt in Indy 500 practice

Snippet: Tue 19 May 2026 at 9:57am

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-19/alexander-rossi-hospital-350kmh-crash-rocks-indy500-practice/106695722

[2026-05-19 09:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: The Ebola virus spreading in Congo is a rare species with no vaccines or treatments

Snippet: A health official uses a thermometer to screen people in front of Kibuli Muslim Hospital in Kampala, Uganda, Saturday, May 16, 2026. (AP Photo/ Hajarah Nalwadda)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/ebola-bundibugyo-virus-outbreak-congo-baf5f9861a896ca027a9e40524d42e74

[2026-05-19 09:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Officer charged in fatal shooting of a Black man in mental distress

Snippet: This photo taken from Hartford Police body camera video shows Steven Jones, center, as police officers talk to him, Feb. 27, 2026, in Hartford, Conn. (Hartford Police Department via AP, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/joseph-magnano-hartford-police-officer-steven-jones-2cdd77fb271172bfd5509f98994fb4d6

[2026-05-19 09:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: She rejected her Chinese heritage as a child. Now, she leans into it through her novels

Snippet: Scottish-born Eliza Chan, who once dropped out of medical school, is a fantasy writer who marries Eastern myths with Western folklore

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3353678/she-rejected-her-chinese-heritage-child-now-she-leans-it-through-her-novels?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-19 09:15 UTC+10:00] [ken liu] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: She rejected her Chinese heritage as a child. Now, she leans into it through her novels

Snippet: Scottish-born Eliza Chan, who once dropped out of medical school, is a fantasy writer who marries Eastern myths with Western folklore

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3353678/she-rejected-her-chinese-heritage-child-now-she-leans-it-through-her-novels

[2026-05-19 08:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US to screen for Ebola at airports, one American in DR Congo infected

Snippet: The US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention also said it was temporarily suspending visas for travellers from Ebola-hit countries

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3354027/us-screen-ebola-airports-one-american-dr-congo-infected?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-19 08:49 UTC+10:00] [World Health Organization] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US to screen for Ebola at airports, one American in DR Congo infected

Snippet: The US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention also said it was temporarily suspending visas for travellers from Ebola-hit countries

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3354027/us-screen-ebola-airports-one-american-dr-congo-infected

[2026-05-19 08:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong shares its public health bona fides with global investors

Snippet: For a city with a strong reputation for reinvention, focusing on medical technology is a logical step for economic growth and patient care

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3353944/hong-kong-shares-its-public-health-bona-fides-global-investors?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-19 08:45 UTC+10:00] [Greater Bay Area] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong shares its public health bona fides with global investors

Snippet: For a city with a strong reputation for reinvention, focusing on medical technology is a logical step for economic growth and patient care

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3353944/hong-kong-shares-its-public-health-bona-fides-global-investors

[2026-05-19 08:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: CNBC

Title: Trump says he's 'concerned' about Ebola after American tests positive in Africa

Snippet: President Donald Trump on Monday said he was concerned about Ebola after an American tested positive for it.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/18/trump-ebola-virus-concerned-africa.html

[2026-05-19 08:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Jackson Holliday back with Orioles, but not activated while recovering from hand surgery,

Snippet: Baltimore Orioles’ Jackson Holliday (7) hits a pitch during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays, July 20, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/baltimore-orioles-jackson-holliday-97cd28b942aad1aa05436f876a2d8e25

[2026-05-19 07:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: AP News

Title: Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal already throwing bullpen sessions

Snippet: Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) throws during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves Wednesday, Apr. 29, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/tigers-tarik-skubal-surgery-rehab-bullpen-00f733530ba35d6908a708c04e6ba40f

[2026-05-19 07:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Health academic raises concerns tobacco giant was allowed to push for excise cut in private

Snippet: Topic:Government and Politics

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-19/federal-politics-live-blog-tobacco-lobbying/106693958

[2026-05-19 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: The secret’s out about a trendy autism treatment — now it may be impossible to find

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/18/health/secrets-out-about-a-trendy-autism-treatment-making-it-difficult-to-find/

[2026-05-19 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: ABC News

Title: Demand for financial help rising among cancer patients, charity says

Snippet: Tue 19 May 2026 at 6:47am

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-19/rising-demand-financial-help-cancer-patients/106693500

[2026-05-19 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: There's no cure and no treatment for MND, but finally there is hope

Snippet: Topic:Motor Neurone disease

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-19/motor-neurone-disease-research-to-begin-in-toowoomba/106674492

[2026-05-19 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Mark Cuban to join Trump at White House rollout of expanded TrumpRx drug initiative: report

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/18/business/mark-cuban-to-join-trump-at-white-house-rollout-of-expanded-trumprx-drug-initiative-report/

[2026-05-19 06:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: New Mexico wildfire sparked by medical plane crash spurs evacuations

Snippet: Crew members parachute to the ground, left, following a collision between two U.S. Navy planes during an air show at the Mountain Home Air Force Base, Sunday, May 17, 2026, near Mountain Home, Idaho. (Henk Zuurbier via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/new-mexico-wildfire-plane-crash-ruidoso-capitan-seven-cabins-fire-079f8cbd8ddecf9d41fdc4aa49756117