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Last update: 7 hours agoKruger Park Shock: South Africa’s Kruger National Park is tightening security after the stabbing deaths of Ernst and Dina Marais near Crooks’ Corner, with a manhunt underway and officials warning the killings are “unprecedented” in the park’s 100-year history. Tourist Safety & Policy: The tourism minister urged visitors not to stay away, saying criminals could get “carte blanche” if demand drops. Ebola Alarm: Health authorities in DRC and Uganda are racing to contain a fast-growing Ebola outbreak as WHO flags insecurity, weak systems, and no approved vaccine for this strain. Visa Boosts: Sri Lanka rolled out free 30-day ETA tourist visas for 40 countries, while Thailand’s rules continue to tighten for some nationalities. Tech & Travel: London expanded facial recognition policing around Victoria, and the US unveiled major green card processing changes that could force applicants to complete steps outside the country. Culture & Routes: EU and Expertise France launched “Sankofa II” (€2.5m) to back Ghana’s cultural and creative industries, and Route 66 motel owners are fighting to keep iconic roadside stays alive.
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