Q for Mods: start a new thread if old one was closed?

Question for the mods, is it ok to start a new thread on a topic if the old one was closed?
I was hoping we could get a new Ebola News thread, as there are continuing and new developments in the news, perhaps with the caveat that no bickering will be allowed?
Actually it would be awesome if a mod could start a new thread?

It was brought to my attention that another thread has been created. In addition, one of our mods posted a note to keep things on topic and friendly (as you have probably seen). Thanks!