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Asia Tightens Airport Screening as Nipah Virus Concerns Rise

  Airport health authorities wearing protective masks monitor passengers from international flights arriving at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok, Thailand, amid reports of a Nipah outbreak. Airports across Asia are stepping up health surveillance as several countries respond to renewed concerns over the Nipah virus following confirmed cases in India. The virus, known for its high fatality rate and potential for human‑to‑human transmission, has prompted authorities to reintroduce precautionary screening measures to limit cross‑border spread. Health officials in Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Nepal, and Taiwan have implemented temperature checks, health declarations, and targeted monitoring of passengers arriving from affected regions. While the number of confirmed cases remains limited, the severity of the virus has led governments to act swiftly. Nipah virus infections are rare but dangerous, with symptoms ranging from fever and headaches to severe respir...

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New Title: Conservatives Weigh Poilievre’s Future as Leadership Review Looms

 

                Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre faces a critical test before his party on Friday.

The Conservative Party is approaching a decisive moment as members prepare to vote on whether Pierre Poilievre should continue as leader. The review, triggered after the party’s election loss, has intensified internal debate about the party’s direction and its prospects heading into the next federal contest.

Poilievre enters the convention with significant support among delegates, according to multiple reports, though questions remain about his ability to broaden appeal beyond the party’s base. Analysts note that while many Conservatives view him as a strong and principled figure, others worry that his message has not resonated widely enough with the broader electorate. Party insiders say Poilievre has spent recent weeks focused heavily on delegates, working to secure a strong mandate in the review.

The outcome of the vote will shape the party’s strategic path forward. A commanding result could solidify Poilievre’s leadership and signal continuity, while a weaker showing may prompt renewed calls for change within the Conservative ranks.


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