Live parasite worm found in woman's brain

In a world first, scientists say an 8cm worm has been found alive in the brain of an Australian woman. The "string-like structure" was pulled from the patient's damaged frontal lobe during surgery in Canberra last year. We hear from one of the scientists involved in the case and also speak to a parasite expert.

A man in Uganda faces the death penalty after being charged with "aggravated homosexuality". His lawyer told Reuters the 20-year-old was the first to be prosecuted for the offence under tough new anti-LGBTQ legislation signed into law in May. Our Africa correspondent covering the story brings us the latest developments.

A new report says poor air quality is now one of the greatest threats to human health. We hear messages from people around the world about the air quality in their region.

Our entertainment reporter joins us to tell us why US TV drama, The Idol has been cancelled after receiving some of the worst reviews of the year. The music industry satire, starring Lily-Rose Depp and Abel "The Weeknd" Tesfaye, was blasted by critics when it was released.

Presenter: Lukwesa Burak.

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