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Entries by Marlene Affeld

2 Feb, 2016

UN denounces Nigeria terror attacks

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The UN denounces recent terror attacks in Nigeria and neighboring Cameroon. Boko Haram which earlier claimed responsibility for the kidnapping of Nigerian school girls is blamed for the latest atrocity.

The members of the Security Council reaffirmed that terrorism in all its forms and manifestations constitutes one of the most serious threats to international peace and security…The members of the Security Council underlined the need to bring perpetrators, organizers, financiers and sponsors of these reprehensible acts of terrorism to justice. They stressed that those responsible for these terrorist attacks should be held accountable, and urged all States, in accordance with their obligations under international law and relevant Security Council resolutions, to cooperate actively with all relevant authorities in this regard.

13 Nov, 2015

More dengue fever

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The Hawaii Department of Health updates the number of confirmed cases of dengue fever that were locally-acquired on Hawaii Island. The number of confirmed cases has risen to 38 — 30 are Hawaii residents and 8 are visitors. The state says 32 cases have been adults and six have been children.