BBC: Zika virus: Up to four million Zika cases predicted
Three to four million people could be infected with Zika in the Americas this year, the World Health Organization predicts.
Most will not develop symptoms, but the infection has been linked to brain defects in babies.
WHO director general Dr Margaret Chan said Zika had gone "from a mild threat to one of alarming proportions".
She has set up a Zika "emergency team" after the "explosive" spread of the virus.
It will meet on Monday to decide whether Zika should be treated as a global emergency.
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MIDDLE EAST
New ISIL attacks kill more than 30 Iraqi forces.
Russia carries out more long-range bombing sorties over Syria.
Deprivation in Syria deepens as U.N. talks loom.
Syria talks risk further delay as opposition appeals to U.N. chief.
Turkey-PKK conflict: Scores dead in clashes in southeast. Thousands flee mainly Kurdish district in Turkey.
Yemen: Deadly blast at presidential palace in Aden. Islamic State claims Aden suicide car bombing that kills six.
Yemen conflict: Saudi-led coalition targeting civilians, UN says.
Qatari emir shakes up Cabinet amid low oil prices.
ASIA
North Korea may be preparing for rocket launch - US.
John Kerry urges China to curb North Korea’s nuclear pursuits.
Maoist rebels kill 7 policemen in eastern India.
Top technocrat seen as safe hands in Vietnam's new leadership.
Japan's economy minister resigns over money scandal, denies bribery.
Taiwan's Ma Ying-jeou visits disputed South China Sea island.
China charges Canadian with spying, stealing state secrets: Xinhua.
AFRICA
Egypt officials: Sinai bombing kills Army Colonel, 3 troops.
Sudan's Bashir orders border with South Sudan to reopen.
DRC's opposition pushes for elections in 2016.
Italy says West prepared to take on Islamic State in Libya.
UN Libya envoy says changes could be made to peace deal.
Congo to overhaul voter list, fuelling fears of election delay.
Former Ivory Coast President Gbagbo pleads 'not guilty' of crimes against humanity.
Nigeria violates rights, ignores military violations: HRW.
EUROPE
More people arriving in Europe without 'genuine asylum claim', says EU executive.
Migrant crisis: 24 drown off Samos island near Turkey.
Rouhani hails 'new chapter' in Iranian-French ties.
In Croatia, a furor over nationalist's call to register 'traitors'.
Montenegro's government survives confidence vote.
EU pledges crack down on corporate tax avoidance.
Man with 2 handguns, partner arrested at Disneyland Paris. Man arrested with handguns at Disneyland Paris.
AMERICAS
Spread of Zika virus 'explosive', 4 million cases possible: WHO.
Obama calls for rapid Zika research as virus seen spreading.
Venezuela doctors fume at official silence on Zika.
Lawmakers hit the White House for 'lack of clarity' on Iran.
United States eases trade restrictions with Cuba.
Canada signals it will reengage with Russia despite Ukraine.
Trump looks to grab attention as GOP rivals debate.
Ethan Couch: US 'affluenza' teen deported from Mexico.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
EU police warn that more attacks by IS militants are likely.
Republican wants price tag for closing Gitmo.
Daesh releases unmasked photos of Jihadi John.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Emirates to take $14.5 billion new jets; 21 Airbus Superjumbos.
Oil soars toward $34 on possible production cuts. Brent oil prices over $35 on Russia's confirmation of talks with OPEC.
Google tax: European Commission to consider tax complaint.
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