Breaking news: W.H.O. chief “deeply concerned” by speed and scale of Ebola outbreak

[The New York Times]

Congo officials reported more than 130 suspected deaths and 513 cases, a sharp rise.

View in browser May 19, 2026, 5:40 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Jospin Mwisha/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images W.H.O. Chief Is ‘Deeply Concerned’ by Speed and Scale of Ebola Outbreak The warning came shortly after Congo officials reported more than 130 suspected deaths and 513 cases, a sharp rise. Read more More Top Stories A fearful phone call and a frantic search preceded the San Diego mosque shooting. → In closed-door talks, the U.S. demands a major role in Greenland. → A judge bars ICE from making immigration arrests at courts in New York. → Sign up for the Evening newsletter. Catch up on the biggest news, and wind down to end your day. Get it in your inbox If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018