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Appeals in Congo for more supplies as aid groups warn Ebola outbreak is ‘gaining momentum’

Healthcare workers and aid groups in eastern Congo have appealed for more supplies and staff to respond to the outbreak of a rare type of Ebola, as armed groups continued to threaten safety of the region already grappling with displacement and humanitarian crisis.

Heat wave empties roads and markets in north India as some farmers turn to nighttime work

A heat wave has gripped large parts of India with roads and markets emptying during afternoons.

Seattle Storm fizzle late, fall to previously winless Sun

Mackenzie Holmes scored a career-high 18 points, but the Storm couldn't hold a three-point lead with 40 seconds remaining and fell to the Sun 80-78.

Photos: Seattle Storm take on Connecticut Sun

2 WA law enforcement officers accused of crimes against children

An Arlington police officer and a corrections officer at the Washington Corrections Center, accused of separate crimes against children, were arrested.

Kennedy fires leaders of key health task force

The health secretary has undermined the work of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force over the past year.

2 American bison calves born at WA wildlife park

Visitors to Northwest Trek Wildlife Park in Eatonville can view the new calves, born on May 8 and May 13.

Mariners get much-needed win over White Sox to help alleviate recent frustration

The Mariners assuaged growing discontent among their fans and building frustration in their clubhouse with a much-needed win over the White Sox on Wednesday.

Amber Alert issued for missing 4-year-old from Shelton

The boy, Kyson Moen, was last seen wearing a black shirt with Batman on it and has brown hair.

WA flood aid is limited — with a fast-approaching deadline

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has handed out nearly $7 million in individual aid since the December floods, a small fraction of the total damage.

RFK Jr. fires leaders of group that sets guidelines for preventive health screenings

The Trump administration has fired the two leaders of an influential health group that determines when insurance must provide free preventive care like mammograms for millions of Americans.

Photos: White Sox at Mariners