Source: WHO
Note: figures have occasionally been revised down as suspected or probable cases are found to be unrelated to Ebola. They do not include one death in the US recorded on 8 October.
Ebola Epidemic 'Could Lead To Failed States', Warns WHO -- BBC
The Ebola epidemic threatens the "very survival" of societies and could lead to failed states, the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned.
The outbreak, which has killed some 4,000 people in West Africa, has led to a "crisis for international peace and security", WHO head Margaret Chan said.
She also warned of the cost of panic "spreading faster than the virus".
Meanwhile, medics have largely ignored a strike call in Liberia, the centre of the deadliest-ever Ebola outbreak.
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MIDDLE EAST
Turkey undecided on US use of Incirlik air base against IS: Foreign Minister.
Islamic State suicide bomber detonates truck near Syria-Turkey border.
U.S., Saudi Arabia hit militant targets in Syria: U.S. military.
Kurds hold off Islamic State in Kobani; fighters strike in Iraq.
Iraqi city falls to ISIL as army withdraws.
Key Iraqi region pleads for US ground troops.
Iraq ‘absolutely against’ foreign troops, bases on its territory: Foreign minister.
U.N. says up to 180,000 refugees flee Iraqi town.
Turkey's Kurdish peace process at risk amid fury over Syrian town.
Yemen appoints Khalid Bahah as new prime minister. Yemen president names new PM, Shi'ite Houthis welcome choice.
Israel locks down al Aqsa Mosque during tense stand-off. Fresh clashes erupt around Al-Aqsa compound. Israel PM blames Palestinian 'extremists' for Jerusalem clashes.
Donors pledge $5.4bn for Palestinians at Cairo summit.
ASIA
KCNA: North Korean leader makes public appearance. He's not Un-healthy – but I'm not saying where Kim is: North Korean ambassador says vanished communist leader is fine as questions mount over his disappearance.
Deadly Taliban ambush in Afghanistan. Taliban mountain ambush kills 14 Afghan troops. Taliban ambush in mountains kills 22 Afghan forces.
Taliban dressed as Afghan police kill 2, injure 18 at headquarters.
Indian general says fewer militants entering Kashmir.
Vongfong slams into Kyushu, continues destructive path across Japan.
Scuffles break out in HK as anti-protest groups tear down barricades.
China's Li in Russia for Putin talks.
China sentences 12 to death in Xinjiang.
China's September trade data beats expectations.
AFRICA
23 killed in Libya as Islamist militants battle rival militias. Libyan crisis pushes number of refugees to 300,000 - UN.
Many Liberian healthcare workers ignore Ebola strike call. Liberia avoids mass hospital strike amid Ebola.
Car bomb in Somalia's capital kills 11.
Somali government as corrupt, Shebab as deadly as ever: UN.
Mozambique parties clash ahead of vote.
Sudan: Army warns of 'decisive' military action against rebels.
Madagascar's ex-leader detained after return: local media.
Egypt universities rocked by fresh protests.
Egypt minibus collision kills 30 near Edfu in Aswan.
Oscar Pistorius community service call angers prosecutor.
EUROPE
U.K. parliament passes non-binding motion to recognize Palestinian state.
Catalan govt cancels plans for independence referendum - report.
Ukraine refuses to pre-pay for Russian gas: Energy Minister.
Ukraine sees fewer Russian troops in conflict zone.
East Ukraine rebel leader Gubarev unconscious after ambush.
Ukraine's Poroshenko expects to achieve complete ceasefire in Donbas in coming days.
Ukraine's Poroshenko proposes new defence minister as election nears.
OSCE observers ready to monitor Ukrainian border.
Western sanctions for Ukraine conflict hurt Russian economy, open up rifts.
Nationalists likely winners in Bosnian election.
Ebola outbreak to get ‘a lot worse’ – UK Health Secretary. Spanish Ebola victim remains serious.
Vatican proposes 'stunning' shift on gays, lesbians.
AMERICAS
Puerto Rico braces for hurricane as Gonzalo hits Antigua.
Ebola outbreak: US prepares for more infections.
Ebola: Hospital mistakes blamed for US transmission.
U.S. CDC head criticized for blaming 'protocol breach' as nurse gets Ebola.
Investigators rush to find out how Ebola struck Dallas nurse.
Police: Nearly 20 arrested in Ferguson protest.
Obama advisers appear at odds over US troop role, as ISIS holds ground.
Bolivian President Evo Morales easily wins unprecedented 3rd term in office. Bolivia opposition candidate concedes defeat to Morales in presidential vote.
Brazil election: Silva backs Neves in blow for Dilma. In Brazil runoff, third-pPlace finisher endorses opposition candidate.
Two arrested over Venezuela lawmaker Robert Serra murder.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
World view: Al-Qaeda and ISIS struggle for Global Jihadi terrorist leadership.
Threats facing the U.S. homeland.
Britain's 'secret' terrorism trial due to start this week.
Tunisia becomes breeding ground for Islamic State fighters.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Wall St. leads stocks selloff; dollar slides on Fed views.
Exclusive: Privately, Saudis tell oil market- get used to lower prices.
Bankruptcy turns spotlight on Apple’s deals with suppliers.
This is the most dangerous stock market since 2008.
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