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Six people have tragically lost their lives following a fatal collision between a black Toyota Corolla and a white pickup along the Phebe–Sergeant Kollie Town highway in Bong County. Police say investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the crash, which left several others injured.

The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission has revealed that the government lost over US$6.5 million and L$17.9 million to corruption across various state institutions. With 98 active cases and 48 new investigations launched between July and October, the LACC says indictments have already been secured in several counties as efforts to recover stolen assets continue.

The search for a cure has failed. The Nimba man battling a mysterious “ritual-related” condition has returned from Guinea without healing, after traditional authorities were unable to locate the alleged herbalist behind the case.

Liberia mourns the heartbreaking death of young banker Siah Bayoh, who passed away just days after joining a viral “profession burial” trend. What started as a lighthearted social media challenge has turned into a tragedy that has left many in shock.

The Health Ministry has issued a nationwide alert over a rise in seasonal flu cases, with Montserrado County recording the highest infections. Citizens are urged to take preventive measures, especially children, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses.

Former President George Weah has vowed to rebuild the CDC headquarters “in record time,” declaring that the party “builds, not destroys.” Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony in Congo Town, he rallied supporters to stay united in the mission to “rescue Liberia from charlatans and mountebanks.”

Six long-serving members of the Armed Forces of Liberia have officially retired, the first post-war retirement ceremony in the AFL’s history. The event marks a new chapter in restoring dignity and professionalism within Liberia’s military.

The Food Authority of Liberia has ordered an immediate nationwide recall of Tasty Tom Tomato Mix after tests revealed dangerous contamination, undeclared additives, and other food safety violations. Consumers are urged not to use the product and return it to the point of purchase.

Liberia’s Education Ministry has shut down plans for mandatory drug testing in schools, saying no such policy was ever approved. The Ministry insists decisions like this must be based on solid research and evidence, not haste. Meanwhile, a committee led by the Health Ministry is now working to strengthen school health clubs and curb drug abuse among students.

Seventeen Liberian nurses have left for Kenya to undergo a two-year specialized training in oncology, trauma, emergency, critical care, neonatal, and nephrology nursing, a World Bank-supported program to strengthen Liberia’s healthcare system.