Nigeria declares Ebola emergency
Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan declares the outbreak of Ebola “a national emergency” and approves funds to help contain the deadly virus. BBC News – Africa
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UN condemns Iraq jihadists’ attacks
The United Nations Security Council condemns attacks by Iraqi jihadists, after the largest Christian town was seized by militants. BBC News – Middle East
Wine fraudster gets 10 years in jail
Rudy Kurniawan is sentenced to 10 years in jail and ordered to pay $ 20m for his role in selling millions of dollars worth of fake wine. BBC News – Business
Colombia’s President Santos sworn in
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos warns peace talks could falter if left-wing rebels do not halt attacks, as he starts a second term. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Hawaii braces for Hurricane Iselle
Hawaiians are bracing for their first hurricane in 22 years as Iselle threatens the US island chain, closely followed by Julio. BBC News – US & Canada
NHS says no to breast cancer drug
A pioneering new breast cancer treatment will not be routinely available on the NHS in England, the official drugs advisory body is proposing. BBC News – UK