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CTV News
2 days ago
- Health
- CTV News
WHO sounds alarm on risk of chikungunya epidemic
GENEVA, Switzerland — The World Health Organization warned on Tuesday a major chikungunya virus epidemic risks sweeping around the globe, calling for urgent action to prevent it. The WHO said it was picking up exactly the same early warning signs as in a major outbreak two decades ago and wanted to prevent a repeat. Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne viral disease that causes fever and severe joint pain, which is often debilitating. In some cases it can be deadly. 'Chikungunya is not a disease that is widely known, but it has been detected and transmitted in 119 countries globally, putting 5.6 billion people at risk,' said the WHO's Diana Rojas Alvarez. She recalled how from 2004 to 2005, a major chikungunya epidemic swept across the Indian Ocean, hitting small island territories before spreading globally and affecting almost half a million people. 'Today, WHO is seeing the same pattern emerge: since the beginning of 2025, Reunion, Mayotte and Mauritius have all reported major chikungunya outbreaks. One-third of the population of Reunion is estimated to have been infected already,' she told a press briefing in Geneva. 'Raising the alarm' The symptoms of chikungunya are similar to those of dengue fever and Zika virus disease, making it difficult to diagnose, according to the WHO. Rojas Alvarez said that like 20 years ago, the virus was now spreading to other places in the region, such as Madagascar, Somalia and Kenya. 'Epidemic transmission is also occurring in south Asia,' she added. In Europe, imported cases have also been reported, linked with the outbreak in the Indian Ocean islands. Local transmission has been reported in France, and suspected cases detected in Italy. 'Because these patterns of transmission were seen in the outbreak from 2004 onwards, WHO is calling for urgent action to prevent history from repeating itself,' said Rojas Alvarez. She noted that the case fatality rate was less than one percent, 'but when you start counting millions of cases, that one percent can be thousands' of deaths. 'We are raising the alarm early so countries can prepare early, detect and strengthen all the capacities to avoid going through very large outbreaks.' Tiger mosquitos Rojas Alvarez explained that in regions where populations have little or no immunity, the virus can quickly cause significant epidemics, affecting up to three-quarters of the population. Chikungunya virus is transmitted to humans by the bites of infected female mosquitoes, most commonly Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes. The latter, which is known as the tiger mosquito, is venturing farther north as the world warms because of human-driven climate change. They bite primarily during daylight hours, with peak activity often in the early morning and late afternoon. The WHO urged people to protect themselves through measures like using mosquito repellent and not leaving water to stagnate in containers such as buckets, where mosquitoes can breed.
Tom's Guide
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
How to watch 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Reunion Special' online – stream MomTok reality TV hit from anywhere
"The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Reunion Special" is tagged on to the end of season 2 as 'Episode 11' but is really a stand alone one-off to fill the gap before season 3 lands. Buckle up for "secrets and scandals, never-before-seen footage, and a surprise announcement" in the 100-minute special... Here is how to watch "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Reunion Special" online from anywhere with a VPN. "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Reunion Special" arrives on Hulu in the U.S. on Tuesday, July 1.• U.S. — Hulu (30-day FREE trial) / Disney Plus Bundle• Rest of the World — Disney Plus• Watch anywhere — Try NordVPN risk-free Demi Engemann, who recently addressed rumors that she met Brett when she was nine, can be glimpsed in the Reunion trailer but is not featured in the line-up. The MomTok star took to her Instagram to reveal that that filming was on 'short notice' and conflicted with a trip to Disneyland. Hmmm. Could it also be that her on-going beef with multiple TSLOMW castmembers played a part in the decision? And what is MomTok going to make of it all? Fans are also hoping the "Mormon Wives" reunion covers the rumored confession from Jessi Ngatikaura that she was unfaithful to her husband. Could that explain Whitney Leavitt's teasing Instagram post: "We probably should've taken these pics before brawl." There's only one way to find out. Here's everything to know about how to watch "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Reunion Special" 2025 online – and even for free. "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Reunion Special" (Ep. 11) will be available to stream on Hulu from Tuesday, July 1 in the U.S.. Plans start from $9.99/month, and new users can get their first 30 days of Hulu absolutely free. You can subscribe to Hulu on its own or, for even better value, you can opt for the Disney Plus bundle. The package gets you access to the entire Hulu and Disney Plus catalogs from only $9.99/month. You can also add live sport with ESPN Plus for only five bucks more. And for anybody in the market for a full on cable replacement, all Hulu shows are included in the provider's Hulu + Live TV package. Prices start from $76.99/month, giving you access to more than 70 premium channels, together with content from Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+. If "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Reunion Special" isn't streaming where you're currently located, that doesn't mean you have to miss the show while you're away from home. With the right VPN (virtual private network), you can stream the show from wherever you are. We've evaluated many options, and the best VPN you can get right now is NordVPN. It meets the VPN needs of the vast majority of users, offering outstanding compatibility with most devices and impressive connection speeds. You can try it risk-free for 30 days if you take advantage of NordVPN's no-quibble money-back guarantee. NordVPN: Get 76% Off + 4 Months Extra Free There's a good reason you've heard of NordVPN. We specialize in testing and reviewing VPN services and NordVPN is the one we rate best. It's outstanding at unblocking streaming services, it's fast and it has top-level security features too. With over 7,000 servers across 110+ countries, and at a great price too, it's easy to recommend. Try NordVPN 30-days risk free now... Using a VPN is incredibly simple. 1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite. 2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're visiting the U.K. and want to view a U.S. service, you'd select a U.S. server from the location list. 3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to your streaming service app — Hulu, for example — and watch "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Reunion Special" online from wherever you are in the world. "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Reunion Special" will stream on Disney Plus in territories outside the U.S. with the same release date: Tuesday, July 1. The Disney Plus price starts from CA$7.99/£7.99/AU$13.99/month. Nick Viall, the actor/ model who had a starring role in "The Bachelor" season 21 and finished runner up in two seasons of "The Bachelorette". We test and review VPN services in the context of legal recreational uses. For example: 1. Accessing a service from another country (subject to the terms and conditions of that service). 2. Protecting your online security and strengthening your online privacy when abroad. We do not support or condone the illegal or malicious use of VPN services. Consuming pirated content that is paid-for is neither endorsed nor approved by Future Publishing.
Daily Record
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
I'm a TV Editor and these are the 5 Disney+ shows you need to watch
If you're looking for your next binge watch, then look no further as I have five recommendations that you need to add to your watch list As a telly critic, I've got the inside scoop on what you should be watching next. With an overwhelming number of streaming platforms available, it can be a real challenge to decide what to watch next. Are you in the mood for a comedy, drama or perhaps an action-packed series? Luckily, you don't have to waste precious time flicking through channels to find your next binge-worthy show. As a TV editor, my job involves spending all day keeping up with the latest releases and I've handpicked five top-notch recommendations on Disney+ for you to check out. What's more, until June 30, new and returning customers can subscribe to Disney+ Standard with Ads for just £1.99/month for four months – that's a saving of £12.00 compared to the regular monthly price for four months. The Bear Since its debut on Disney+ in 2022, The Bear has quickly become a fan favourite. The series follows the journey of Carmy, a young chef with fine dining training, who takes over his family's struggling sandwich shop after a tragic loss. Alongside a diverse team of kitchen staff and his family, he strives to turn the business around and find personal contentment. The much-anticipated fourth season is set to premiere this month. The synopsis reveals: "Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto , Sydney Adamu and Richard "Richie" Jerimovich push forward, determined not only to survive, but also to take The Bear to the next level. With new challenges around every corner, the team must adapt, adjust and overcome. This season, the pursuit of excellence isn't just about getting better – it's about deciding what's worth holding on to." The cast features Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, with special guest appearances from Olivia Colman and Will Poulter. The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives One of the most captivating series on Disney+ at the moment. Everyone I've recommended this show to has become hooked after just one episode. The series trails a group of Mormon mum influencers who find themselves embroiled in a swinging sex scandal. As they manoeuvre relationships, faltering friendships, betrayal, pregnancy and striving to make their MumTok business successful, you'll be engrossed by the drama. And, there's good news - once you've whizzed through series one and two, you can catch the Reunion on 1st July. High Potential This series discreetly landed on Disney+ earlier this year but it wasn't long before it earned a Rotten Tomatoes score of 96%. Following Morgan, a single mum of three, she possesses high intellectual potential meaning she has an extraordinary mind. She transitions from being a cleaner to assisting the LA police solve murders whilst striving to be the best mum she can. With Kaitlin Oslon heading the cast and 13 episodes to delve into, this series should be at the top of your must-watch list. Welcome to Wrexham Currently in its fourth season, Welcome to Wrexham tracks Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney after they purchased Wrexham football club. They learn about managing a club and making a positive impact on the town as they aim to elevate the team to the Premier League. This heartening series isn't solely about football - it also centres on the local community. If you haven't tuned into the series yet, consider this your cue to start watching. Rivals With a star-studded cast and an abundance of drama, Rivals is unmissable. Adapted from Jilly Cooper's 1988 novel, it delves into the rivalry between MP Rupert Campbell-Black and Tony Baddingham. Tony operates a TV station in Rutshire alongside Declan O'Hara, who is wed to actress Maud, and American producer Cameron Cook. The series is rife with affairs, brawls and debauchery. Filming for the second series has already commenced, leaving fans eager to discover what lies ahead for the inhabitants of Rutshire.
Daily Mirror
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'I'm a TV Editor and these are the 5 Disney+ shows I'm bingeing'
I watch TV for a living and if you're looking for your next favourite show, these are the five which should be on your radar With so many streaming services to choose from, it's hard to decide what to watch. Do you want to enjoy a comedy, drama or action series? Fortunately, you don't need to spend time scrolling through the channels to find your next binge watch. As a TV editor I spend all day watching the latest releases and I've got five excellent recommendations on Disney+ for you to try. And, even better news, with Disney+'s new promotion, until June 30, new and returning customers can subscribe to Disney+ Standard with Ads for £1.99 per month for four months – a saving of £12 compared to the regular monthly price for four months. This makes Disney+ the cheapest major streamer compared to the lowest subscription tiers from Netflix (£5.99), Prime Video (£5.99) and Apple TV+ (£8.99). In comparison to the likes of Netflix, and Prime Video, Disney+ is more reliant on franchises when it comes to its streaming content, including Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel. The Bear Since it arrived on Disney+ in 2022, The Bear has become one of the most popular series and there's a reason for that. Following Carmy, a young chef who trained in fine dining, he takes over the family sandwich shop, which is struggling, after a devastating death. Working alongside an eclectic team of kitchen staff and his family, he fights to make the business a success and find happiness. The series is set to return for its fourth season this month and the synopsis reads: "Carmen 'Carmy' Berzatto, Sydney Adamu and Richard 'Richie' Jerimovich push forward, determined not only to survive, but also to take The Bear to the next level. With new challenges around every corner, the team must adapt, adjust and overcome. This season, the pursuit of excellence isn't just about getting better – it's about deciding what's worth holding on to." The cast stars Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri and Ebon Moss-Bachrach with guest appearances from Olivia Colman and Will Poulter. The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives One of the most addictive series on Disney+ right now. Everyone I have recommended this show too has become obsessed after just one episode. The series follows a group of Mormon mum influencers who get caught in the middle of a swinging sex scandal. As they navigate relationships, struggling friendships, betrayal, pregnancy and making their MomTok business a success, you'll be gripped by the drama. And, good news is that once you've raced through series one and two, you can tune into the Reunion on July 1. High Potential This series quietly dropped on Disney+ earlier this year, but it wasn't long before it gained a Rotten Tomatoes score of 96%. Following Morgan, a single mum of three, she has high intellectual potential, meaning she has an exceptional mind. She goes from being a cleaner to helping the LA police solve murders while trying to be the best mum she can. With Kaitlin Oslon leading the cast and 13 episodes to get through, this series should be top of your must watch list. Welcome to Wrexham Currently on its fourth season, Welcome to Wrexham follows Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney after they bought Wrexham football club. They learn about running a club and making a positive impact on the town as they try to take the team to the Premier League. This heartwarming series isn't just about football - it also focusses on the local community. If you haven't tuned into the series yet, this is your sign to start watching. Rivals With an all-star cast and plenty of drama, Rivals is a must-watch. Based on Jilly Cooper's 1988 novel, it follows the rivalry between MP Rupert Campbell-Black, Tony Baddingham. Tony runs a TV station located in Rutshire along with Declan O'Hara, who is married to actress Maud, and American producer Cameron Cook. Featuring affairs, fights and debauchery. Filming for the second series is already underway with fans excited to see what the future holds for the residents of Rutshire. Writing on Trustpilot, one subscriber said: "Very good selection, friendly support and easy to cancel if you need to. Very easy to navigate their site and the openness and transparency they show should be a model for others." A more mixed review said: "The content library is extensive and impressive. However, the streaming quality is inconsistent." But this five-star review said: "Disney+ has consistently delivered high-quality streaming content, from classic Disney movies to new releases, along with a wealth of popular TV shows and original content.
New York Post
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Chace Crawford recalls being in ‘the jail of the CW pretty boy' following ‘Gossip Girl' fame
Chace Crawford here. The 'Reunion' star, 39, is getting candid on the aftermath of playing Nate Archibald on 'Gossip Girl' for six seasons from 2007 to 2012. The early-2000s drama, set in the backdrop of New York City, followed the lives of elite high schoolers and quickly became a cult classic. But Crawford felt being elevated to the ultimate crush had its downfalls. Advertisement 8 Chace Crawford in Season 1 of 'Gossip Girl.' ©CW Network/Courtesy Everett Col 'I felt like I was in the wilderness for years after 'Gossip Girl,'' he shared on Thursday's episode of the 'Good Guys' podcast. 'Because I felt, you know, as big of a show as it was, coming off of it as a young guy, it's like, 'Oh, that's not cool anymore.'' 'And I'm in this box now,' Crawford continued. 'I'm in this jail of like the CW pretty boy, you know what I mean?' Advertisement 'Gossip Girl' ran on the CW and also starred Blake Lively, Leighton Meester, Ed Westwick, Penn Badgley, Taylor Momsen and Michelle Trachtenberg. 8 Chace Crawford in Season 2 of 'Gossip Girl.' ©CW Network/Courtesy Everett Collection Crawford explained that people didn't think he had 'range' as an actor. After 'Gossip Girl' ended, Crawford went on to star in a series of movies, including the 2018 horror 'Cry of Fear.' In 2015, the Hollywood vet landed the part of leading man on the one season ABC drama 'Blood & Oil' in 2015. Advertisement For Crawford, the transition wasn't a smooth one and he felt pigeonholed. 8 Blake Lively, Chace Crawford in 'Gossip Girl.' ©CW Network/Courtesy Everett Col 'I think people think… actors make a ton more money and have way more agency than we actually do,' he admitted on the podcast adding about the pressure he put on himself: 'I was probably harder on myself than I needed to be.' Then came the 2019 Prime Video satirical superhero drama by Eric Kripke: 'The Boys.' Crawford plays The Deep, who is a self-obsessed, aquatic superhero with questionable morals. Advertisement It was a role that changed the performer's life. 8 Penn Badgley, Ed Westwick, Taylor Momsen, Blake Lively, Chace Crawford, and Leighton Meester in 'Gossip Girl.' ©CW Network/Courtesy Everett Col 'I just remember that audition hitting my inbox, and reading the synopsis, I was like, that sounds wild,' Crawford recounted. 'And then reading this pilot, I was like, 'Oh, this is f–king great. This is so out there and original and weird.'' The CW alum immediately felt a pull to his on-screen character. 'In the specific role of The Deep… I know that guy,' he expressed. 'You know, I know a hundred of those guys, basically. So, I instantly felt confident and excited about my take on the character.' 8 Chace Crawford in the ABC drama 'Blood & Oil.' ©ABC/Courtesy Everett Collection Crawford's addition, meanwhile, was no walk in the park. 'I went in and read for it,' he recalled. 'I got there, I was like last up, and there were literally like 50 names on the sheet.' Advertisement Crawford performed one 'dark' scene and one lighter moment which 'got some laughs out of Kripke.' 'It was just a normal audition read that I… really wanted, you know? Just based on like reading it. So it really wasn't my choice at all.' Kripke, 51, and the casting directors made the choice that Crawford was the perfect fit. 8 Chace Crawford in 'Reunion.' ©Lions Gate/Courtesy Everett Collection Advertisement 'It was great,' he gushed. 'I was so happy to have another job that I was excited about and that the character was so different from anything that I had done before.' 'The Boys' is currently filming its fifth and final season and also stars Antony Starr, Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Laz Alonso and Erin Moriarty. The series' spinoff 'Gen V' aired its first season in 2023 and follows students who are in a school for sups. Season 2 is set to premiere this fall. 8 Chace Crawford in 'The Boys.' ©Amazon/Courtesy Everett Collection Advertisement In 2024, Crawford reflected on the massive success of 'The Boys' and his character in particular. 'That's the name of the game with the character and with the show in general, is that vulnerability,' he said during a conversation with fellow actor Billy Magnussen for Interview Magazine. 'You have to really go to those places. I found things I didn't really know I had or was capable of, being able and given permission to do on a show like this. It was great to really be able to grow and stretch.' As for where that permission comes from, Crawford credited Kripke. 8 Nathan Mitchell, Chace Crawford in 'The Boys.' ©Amazon/Courtesy Everett Collection Advertisement 'It was the creator, Eric Kripke, the writing, it starts there,' he expressed. 'Eric directed the first couple [episodes], and he kind of let us have the freedom of doing exactly what we wanted to do and finding it in rehearsal. I never really had that.' ''Gossip Girl' was very much hit the mark, and it was great. It's its own formula. It was working very fast, and this was slowed down,' continued Crawford. 'And actors like Antony Starr, who plays Homelander, he's super intense and amazing to work with. Actors like that were totally bringing their A-game. I'm like, 'Okay, this is the way we're going to be doing this show.''
