Sierra Leone cancels Christmas festivities as Ebola crisis continues — mashable.com

Sierra Leone is banning Christmas and New Year's celebrations across the country this year due to the widespread Ebola outbreak. Announced by Palo Conteh, head of Sierra Leone's government response to Ebola, the move is a part of a greater effort to keep people indoors and out of contact with others who could potentially spread the virus. Soldiers are expected to monitor the streets to maintain order.

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