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A high number of cases were reported in the last 12 months – with a 5-fold increase in some areas – and 143 deaths

Travellers have been warned about the resurgence of a disease spread by mosquitos with ‘high risk’ in 42 countries. The Foreign Office-backed Travel Health Pro website this week issued an alert over the virus spreading in parts of Africa, Central and South America, and in Trinidad in the Caribbean.

Yellow Fever can cause a serious haemorrhagic illness that can be fatal for humans. Yellow fever vaccination and mosquito bite avoidance are important preventive measures against the disease, officials said. Yellow fevefr virus can cause an illness that results in jaundice , yellowing of the skin and eyes, and bleeding with severe damage to the major organs such as liver, kidneys and heart. The mortality rate is high in those who develop severe disease.

Travel Health Pro said yellow fever is a risk in areas of 13 countries and territories in South and Central America. A high number of cases were reported from this region in 2025, with 346 confirmed human cases (including 143 deaths) from seven countries.

This represents a 5.6-fold increase in cases compared to 2024. Since the beginning of 2026, a total of 41 confirmed cases (including 18 deaths) have been reported from four countries: Bolivia, Colombia, Peru and Venezuela.

In 2024, most yellow fever cases were reported from the Amazon region. Officials said: “While YF cases continue to be reported in this area, cases have since been reported in a wider geographic area, outside the Amazon region. This includes in Sao Paulo State in Brazil and Tolima Department in Colombia. In addition, reports suggest recent human YF cases in Venezuela have occurred in an area that had not previously been considered a risk for YF disease.

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“Risk of YF outbreaks in South America remains high. An outbreak in Colombia has been ongoing since mid-2024, with 153 confirmed cases (including 62 deaths) reported. The confirmed reporting of YF cases in a wider geographic area, including cases related to jungle transmission near to urban centres, increases the risk of urban outbreaks [1]. While YF vaccination is one of the most successful public health interventions to prevent YF disease, the COVID-19 pandemic, among other factors, has led to a reduction of YF vaccine cover in the local population.”

It added that yell;ow fever risk countries in Africa continue to report probable and confirmed cases. During 2024, confirmed cases of YF were reported in countries with no recent history of transmission and suboptimal vaccination coverage.

WHO also advise that in some African countries, there may be under-reporting of YF due to surveillance and data collection issues. The risk of YF transmission remains high in endemic areas of Africa. The mosquitoes (Aedes spp.) that transmit YF are common in many urban areas in Africa. This significantly increases the risk of YF spreading, especially in heavily populated areas, which could lead to the rapid onset of YF outbreaks.

Countries with a risk of yellow fever transmission as defined by the World Health Organization

Africa

• Angola
• Benin
• Burkina Faso
• Burundi
• Cameroon
• Central African Republic
• Chad*
• Congo
• Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
• Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Equatorial Guinea
• Ethiopia*
• Gabon
• The Gambia
• Ghana
• Guinea
• Guinea-Bissau
• Kenya*
• Liberia
• Mali*
• Mauritania*
• Niger*
• Nigeria
• Senegal
• Sierra Leone
• South Sudan
• Sudan*
• Togo
• Uganda

Central and South America

• Argentina*
• Bolivia*
• Brazil*
• Colombia*
• Ecuador*
• French Guiana
• Guyana
• Panama*
• Paraguay*
• Peru*
• Suriname
• Trinidad and Tobago*
• Venezuela*

*Only some parts of this country have a risk of yellow fever disease. Remaining areas either have low potential for yellow fever transmission or no risk.

Signs and symptoms

YF varies in severity. The infection has an incubation period (time from infected mosquito feeding to symptoms developing) of three to six days. Initial symptoms include myalgia (muscle pain), pyrexia (high temperature), headache, anorexia (lack of appetite), nausea, and vomiting. In many patients there will be improvement in symptoms and gradual recovery three to four days after the onset of symptoms.

Within 24 hours of an apparent recovery, 15 to 25 percent of patients progress to a more serious illness. This takes the form of an acute haemorrhagic fever, in which there may be bleeding from the mouth, eyes, ears, and stomach, pronounced jaundice (yellowing of the skin, from which the disease gets its name), and renal (kidney) damage. The patient develops shock and there is deterioration of major organ function; 20 to 50 percent of patients who develop this form of the disease do not survive [22]. Infection results in lifelong immunity in those who recover.

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The Ryan Gosling-led “Project Hail Mary” rocketed to the top of the box office this weekend, marking a big win for Amazon MGM Studios.

The film — which stars Gosling as a science teacher who embarks on a space mission to save humanity — hauled in $80.5 million in the U.S. and Canada, making it the biggest domestic debut of the year so far. Globally, “Project Hail Mary” brought in $140.9 million.

The movie is an adaptation of a novel by Andy Weir, author of “The Martian” — another successful book-to-screen adventure. The big opening weekend for “Project Hail Mary” is a boost for Amazon MGM Studios, which had heavily promoted the film as an example of the big blockbusters it could produce.

“We believe deeply in the Hail Mary, and it’s clear audiences do as well,” Kevin Wilson, head of domestic theatrical distribution for Amazon MGM Studios, said in a statement. “What we’re seeing in theaters —the energy, the exit scores, the word of mouth — is everything we believed this film would deliver.”

Walt Disney Co. and Pixar’s “Hoppers” came in second at the box office this weekend with a domestic total of $18 million. The original animated film has now garnered $120.4 million in the U.S. and Canada since it debuted in theaters earlier this month.

Indian action film “Dhurandhar The Revenge” came in third with $10 million, followed by Disney-owned Searchlight Pictures’ horror film “Ready or Not 2: Here I Come” and Universal Pictures’ romance “Reminders of Him” rounding out the top five.

WITH holiday season fast approaching, savvy travellers are raving about a budget buy on Amazon.

A cabin bag that’s designed to fit within the restrictions on budget airlines has been slashed in cost.

Lossga Underseat Cabin Bag, from £10.82 (was £18.95)

Over 2,700 shoppers have given the bag a five-star rating, praising its durability and clever design – it’s now a best-seller on the Amazon website.

Usually retailing for £18.95, the black version of the bag has been slashed to just £10.82 in a limited-time deal.

(Other colourway are on sale, but are a little costlier.)

While that super-low price tag is a major draw, it’s the suitcase-style design that has shoppers talking.

Unlike standard rucksacks where you have to dig through layers to find your essentials, this bag opens 180 degrees.

This allows you to pack and organise everything at a glance, much like a traditional suitcase.

It is specifically built to maximise Ryanair’s free luggage allowance of 40x30x20cm, which is actually part of a new set of rules from the budget behemoth.

Lossga Underseat Cabin Bag, from £10.82 (was £18.95)

This new size recently saw a 20% increase in space, offering travellers an extra 4 litres of room.

The bag is packed with practical features that should appeal to everyone from solo explorers to busy families.

It includes an integrated charging port, allowing you to keep tablets and phones powered up during long delays.

There is also a dedicated wet pocket made of high-density waterproof material – perfect for those leaky toiletries or damp swimwear.

It’s also got a padded 14-inch laptop sleeve and a luggage strap on the back, which means you could slide it over a separate suitcase handle.

“Perfect bag for city breaks!” one delighted shopper wrote.

“Great bag, lots of room and separate compartments. Fits over the handle of your case for ease. Would definitely recommend.”

Another fan noted: “I love love love this… it opens all the way up like a suitcase would so you can fill everything in and then it has elastic straps to hold everything in place.”

A third reviewer added: “Well made, thoughtful design, perfect size. Great buy.

“[I] bought this over a year ago and [I’m] very pleased. After several trips it shows no sign of wear.

“It fits in the Ryanair test frame – as long as it’s not overloaded – and fits easily under the seat.”

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Shoppers weighing up their options can look at a similar cabin packpack from Taygeer, which has also been slashed on Amazon.

It’s not just budget friendly luggage that’s been on sale lately – last week I spotted a great price drop on a Samsonite suitcase.

TRAVELLERS are rushing to Amazon to bag a large-sized Samsonite suitcase that’s now almost half-price in the retailer’s Spring Sale.

This soft-shell, big-brand luggage usually costs £209, but has since dropped to £112.

Samsonite Base Boost Soft Luggage, £112.19 (was £209)

The retail giant’s Spring Deal Days sale is now in its penultimate day, with thousands of prices plummeted across the site.

With the holiday season fast approaching, small wonder the online giant has decided to drop prices across a wide range of suitcases.

And yes, you’ll find all sorts of third-party options for much less – but if you’re looking for assured levels of quality on your hols, then go for a well-known maker like Samsonite.

Originally £209, the Base Boost Soft Luggage Suitcase has been dropped to just £112.19.

That 46% saving has made this a best-seller on the Amazon site.

For mini-breaks and weekend trips, you’ll likely be looking for Ryanair-friendly underseat options.

This, by contrast, is a 112.5-litre beast that’s best for families and those long trips away.

Despite its size, it remains incredibly lightweight at just 3.1kg, which gives you more of an opportunity to fill up the case while steering clear of those dreaded overweight baggage fees.

It comes in black and navy blue, with the black being a little cheaper.

For security, it’s got a fixed TSA combination lock built-in for stress-free travel, and inside, it’s got a buckle system to keep your clothes in place and a zipped mesh divider for easy organisation.

Better yet, Samsonite also includes a 10-year warranty with this case.

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The suitcase has already racked up over 6,300 five-star reviews on Amazon, with shoppers hailing its durability.

One delighted customer wrote: “This is a traveller’s dream come true.

“With its sleek design and practical features, this suitcase makes packing and travelling a breeze.

“But perhaps the standout feature of this suitcase is its spinner wheels.

“With four multi-directional spinner wheels, manoeuvring through crowded airports and busy streets is effortless.”

Another fan added: “Love this bag! Lightweight and sturdy.

“[It] has travelled with me about 10 times now and looks good as new.”

A third traveller shared: “Very light and manoeuvrable.

“[I] needed a new case to last me a week for a business trip, and decided this was the one — I am not disappointed.

“It’s a very lightweight case with great expansion capability. Love the addition of the strap holders for when you are packing.”

If you want to pick this up at the reduced price, best act fast.

The Amazon Spring Deal Days sale is set to end tomorrow at midnight (Monday 16th March).

Head to our Amazon Spring Sale deals page for our pick of the very best bargains.

For some tried-and-tested recommendations, head to our pick of the best suitcases.

The outgoing Director General for the BBC, Tim Davie, has spoken out in the defence of the licence fee, which has risen to a huge £15 a month, making it more expensive than multiple streaming services

The BBC is in “crisis,” departing Director General Tim Davie has said. The broadcaster has been criticised for its planned increase to the licence fee, which will rise to £180, from April 1.The increase, required by the 2022 Licence Fee Settlement, will rise by £5.50 for the year. This means a standard colour TV licence will now cost each home £15 a month, more than a subscription to various streaming platforms.

Speaking on The Rest Is Entertainment podcast, Davie insisted that the BBC – and other institutions – are certainly in “crisis”. He says: “Trust is built and I’m semi-obsessed by this – trust is built by people absolutely believing that someone is acting in their interest and that they listen to them. And if you think about an old-school broadcaster, it broadcasts….

“I think there have been too many instances where institutions and the BBC is definitely not exempt from this – where, call it what you will, metropolitan, a certain lens on life.”

According to Davie, as long as the BBC is providing value, then there should be no problems about an increase in the licence fee.

“We’re at a consultation phase, but we have set out a very clear preference which is and I would do this to the point about restarting where we’re at – I think there is a model which says: look, if we can deliver value for every household and really work at that, then everyone contributes fairly, and I think that is a model that’s worth fighting for,” he says.

“I don’t see it as something potentially trapped in the past. I actually think it could be something exciting for the future – quite enlightened. You don’t have to go exactly where the market is going currently. You have to make markets, and I think we can do that.”

The BBC have been hit by serious allegations that one of their Panorama documentaries misled viewers by editing a speech by Donald Trump. The BBC’s director general Tim Davie and head of news Deborah Turness both resigned in November.

It had been alleged in a leaked internal BBC memo that those working on the Panorama programme edited two parts of the speech together so that Trump appeared to explicitly encourage the Capitol Hill riot back in 2021. Trump has since launched a multi-billion dollar lawsuit against the BBC, which is scheduled to go to trial in February 2027.

He did not explicitly reference any specific errors the BBC had made under his tenure but he said the world was in an age of “weaponisation”, where the broadcaster was under strict scrutiny over one thing – but not referencing all the good work they’ve done.

“We’ve made mistakes, sometimes serious mistakes, which we regret. But weaponisation is selectively taking one fact – it may be a fact, so you’re standing on a fact – but what you’re not standing on is any effort to be proportionate,” he says.

“You’re not saying, look, a thousand stories run, we’re running, and one didn’t get it right, or overall this is where there’s no balance of data. It’s literally just selecting a fact to make a case.”

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