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An 8-year-old girl named Emmy felt strange in her lower teeth, which led to dental visits and X-rays. Doctors found she had a rare, non-cancerous jaw tumor called odontogenic myxoma, requiring multiple surgeries to remove the tumor and rebuild her jaw.
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Emmy first noticed strange feelings in her lower teeth in May 2022.
Dental X-rays suggested a possible abscess, but a biopsy revealed a rare tumor called odontogenic myxoma.
Odontogenic myxoma is a rare, aggressive tumor made of spindle-shaped cells but is not cancerous.
Removing the tumor is difficult because it is soft like Jello and can break apart, causing it to come back if not fully removed.
Emmy underwent several surgeries starting in August 2022, including removal of part of her jaw and teeth.
Surgeons also had to repair her main facial nerve during the operation.
A custom plate was inserted to hold her jaw's shape until reconstruction surgery.
After surgery, Emmy was on a liquid-only diet for weeks and experienced pain and hunger during recovery.
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U.S. President Donald Trump has influenced a political shift toward right-wing governments across Latin America. Countries like Colombia and Peru are nearing elections that could continue this trend, which aligns the region more closely with U.S. interests.
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Colombian candidate Abelardo de la Espriella thanked President Trump for his endorsement after the first round of elections.
Latin America is experiencing a move toward right-wing governments, changing the political landscape significantly.
Trump’s administration increased military and strategic actions in the region, including operations targeting Venezuela.
The U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a special forces operation, charging him with narcoterrorism.
Trump called his policy approach the "Don-roe Doctrine," referencing the Monroe Doctrine about U.S. influence in the Americas.
Right-wing leaders like Argentina’s Javier Milei and Honduras’ Nasry "Tito" Asfura have received support linked to Trump.
El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele aligns closely with Trump on immigration and crime policies.
The political shift is reducing the number of left-wing governments in Latin America to a few countries like Brazil, Mexico, Cuba, and Venezuela.
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An American-led intelligence operation helped locate and kill Iran’s leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in February 2026. U.S. and Israeli intelligence worked together for years to track Iran’s leadership, leading to a key strike during a wider conflict in the region.
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The CIA collected intelligence for months and shared it with Israel to find Khamenei’s location.
The strike that killed Khamenei was part of Operation Epic Fury.
President Donald Trump said U.S. intelligence systems tracked Khamenei successfully.
Israel gathered key intelligence over years, including removing nuclear archives in 2018 and killing Iranian figures in 2020 and 2024.
The 2026 conflict highlighted the difference between surveillance (watching one’s own people) and counterintelligence (detecting foreign spies), with Iran’s counterintelligence failing.
The war showed how strong intelligence can defeat attempts to conceal plans.
Former CIA director David Petraeus confirmed the operation was led by precise intelligence work.
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The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), a youth-led movement in India that started as an online joke, held its first protest in New Delhi. Hundreds of mainly young people gathered to express frustration about education, jobs, and economic opportunities, demanding the resignation of the Education Minister.
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The CJP began as a social media joke but quickly gained millions of followers in India.
Their first street protest took place on June 6, 2026, near India’s Parliament in New Delhi.
Protesters wore cockroach masks and carried placards, symbolizing their group identity.
The movement was inspired by a comment from India’s Chief Justice who compared some unemployed youth to cockroaches.
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, a student and political strategist, returned from the US to lead the protest.
Protesters demanded Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resign due to a recent exam cheating scandal.
Demonstrators brought India’s national flag and books to symbolize education rights and equal opportunity.
Organizers urged peaceful protest and called the event a step toward turning the joke into a real political movement.
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Armenia will hold parliamentary elections on Sunday. The vote will influence the country's future direction, as Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan aims to build closer ties with the European Union and the United States, moving away from Armenia's traditional relationship with Russia.
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Armenia’s parliamentary elections are scheduled for Sunday.
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is the current leader seeking re-election.
Pashinyan supports stronger relations with the European Union and the United States.
Armenia has had longtime political and military ties with Russia.
Some opposition critics want to maintain close relations with Russia.
The election outcome will shape Armenia’s foreign policy direction.
This election highlights a shift in Armenia’s geopolitical alliances in the region.
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An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon killed several Lebanese soldiers, including a senior officer, just days after Israel and Lebanon agreed to a ceasefire. The conflict began in March and has caused many deaths and displacements on both sides.
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The airstrike occurred on a road between Nabatiyeh and Marjayoun in southern Lebanon.
Lebanese military confirmed several soldiers died, including a brigadier general.
The ceasefire was reached through U.S.-brokered talks between Israel and Lebanon’s government.
Lebanon blames the militant group Hezbollah for starting the war by firing rockets at northern Israel.
Hezbollah refused to agree to the ceasefire.
The war began on March 2 after attacks linked to Israel, the U.S., Iran, and Hezbollah.
Israel has invaded parts of southern Lebanon and controls about one-fifth of the country.
Over 3,500 people have died in Lebanon, including many Lebanese soldiers, and at least 29 Israeli soldiers and 3 Israeli civilians have also been killed.
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Iran fired ballistic missiles and drones toward Bahrain and Kuwait, which were intercepted by U.S. forces. The U.S. responded by striking Iranian radar sites, escalating tensions in the Gulf region as efforts for a ceasefire face challenges.
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Iran launched seven ballistic missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain; six were intercepted by U.S. forces.
Earlier, the U.S. shot down four Iranian drones heading for the Strait of Hormuz.
Bahrain activated air raid sirens and advised residents to seek shelter during the attack.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed they targeted U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.
The U.S. military struck Iranian coastal radar sites to prevent further attacks.
The conflict affects a major global oil transit route, raising energy prices.
This exchange of fire weakens the fragile ceasefire and complicates peace talks.
President Donald Trump is increasing pressure on Iran to negotiate an end to the conflict.
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An Israeli attack on a vehicle in southern Lebanon killed several soldiers, according to Beirut’s military. This happened shortly after Israel and Lebanon agreed on a conditional truce following talks in the United States.
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Several soldiers died in an Israeli strike on a vehicle in south Lebanon.
The Lebanese military announced the incident on Saturday.
The strike occurred just days after Israel and Lebanon agreed on a conditional truce.
The truce was agreed on during talks held in the United States.
The conflict continues despite attempts at peace negotiations.
Israeli air strikes have also hit other areas in Lebanon recently.
The situation remains tense with ongoing exchanges of fire between Israel and Lebanese forces.
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Sasha Goreshtein decided to have a second child with her ex-partner after they separated. She wanted to give her son a sibling and believed they could co-parent well, even if their romantic relationship was unstable.
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Sasha met the father of her children in her early 30s and became pregnant six months later.
They split before their son turned two but remained involved in parenting.
Sasha chose to have a second child to provide her son a sibling and a sense of family connection.
She was aware of her age and timeline in making this decision.
Their romantic relationship was on-and-off, but they maintained a respectful co-parenting relationship.
Sasha was motivated by her own close bond with her sister and the experience of a friend who grew up without siblings.
She faced challenges during her second pregnancy but found strength through the experience.
Sasha shares her story on Instagram to support others in similar family situations.
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This summer offers several special events to observe in the night sky, including the Summer Triangle, a partial solar eclipse in August 2026, and a partial lunar eclipse in August 2024. Other highlights include close planetary alignments and views of the International Space Station.
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The Summer Triangle is a group of three bright stars: Vega, Altair, and Deneb, visible throughout most of summer.
The summer solstice on June 21 marks the Sun’s highest point in the northern hemisphere sky.
A partial solar eclipse will be visible in the UK on August 12, 2026, with about 90% of the Sun covered at peak time.
Total solar eclipses happen worldwide roughly every 18 months, but are rare from the same place; the UK’s next total eclipse is in 2090.
Greenland, Iceland, northern Spain, and parts of the Arctic Ocean will see total solar eclipse in 2026.
A partial lunar eclipse will occur on August 28, 2024, with about 90% of the Moon in Earth’s darkest shadow visible from the UK.
Venus and Jupiter will appear very close in the sky around June 9, an event called a "cosmic kiss."
Safe viewing tips for eclipses include using certified eclipse glasses or pinhole projectors, not looking directly at the Sun.
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Ukraine launched a large drone attack on St. Petersburg, Russia’s second-largest city, prompting officials to warn residents to stay indoors. The strike happened after Russian President Putin refused Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s offer for direct talks to end the conflict.
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Ukraine used drones to attack St. Petersburg, targeting the city with a large-scale strike.
Local officials advised residents to stay home and warned about possible mobile internet disruptions.
Russian forces claimed to have shot down hundreds of Ukrainian drones during recent attacks.
No casualties were reported in St. Petersburg from the latest drone strike.
The attacks show Ukraine can strike deep into Russian territory, challenging Putin’s portrayal of the war as distant from Russian daily life.
Putin rejected Zelenskyy’s proposal for a face-to-face meeting to discuss the conflict.
Ukraine also reported casualties from Russian drone and artillery strikes in other regions, including Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia.
Both sides continue to use drones and long-range strikes to try to gain advantages as the front lines remain stable.
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Armenia will hold parliamentary elections focusing on the country's future alliances. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan wants closer relationships with the European Union and the United States, while many opposition parties support maintaining strong ties with Russia.
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Armenia's upcoming election centers on its international alliances and political direction.
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan aims to improve ties with the EU and the U.S.
Most opposition parties prefer to keep strong relations with Russia.
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that joining the EU could harm Armenia’s economy.
Relations between Armenia and Russia worsened in 2023 after Azerbaijan took control of the Karabakh region.
Armenian officials say Russian peacekeepers failed to protect the region, while Russia disputes this.
This election is the first time Armenia’s geopolitical orientation is a major election issue.
The conflict in Karabakh has raised questions about Russia’s role as a security partner for Armenia.
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A 35-year-old man died after being bitten by a large shark while spearfishing near Michaelmas Island, Western Australia. He was taken to shore but paramedics could not save him, and authorities are investigating the incident.
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The man was spearfishing with family when attacked by a suspected 4.5-meter (14.8-foot) shark.
The attack happened at 11:25 local time near Michaelmas Island, south-east of Perth.
Paramedics tried to revive the man after he was brought to shore but failed.
Police are preparing a report for the coroner to better understand the incident.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is helping with the investigation.
Residents are urged to report any shark sightings to local authorities.
This attack happened less than a month after another fatal shark attack in Western Australia.
Shark attacks in Australia are more common than in many other countries, but they are rarely fatal.
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Veterans are marking the 82nd anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of northern France in 1944 during World War Two. Nearly 100 British soldiers’ names have been newly added to the British Normandy Memorial after research found they were previously omitted.
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D-Day took place on June 6, 1944, with British, American, and Canadian troops landing on Normandy beaches to free France from Nazi control.
The British Normandy Memorial recently added 98 names of soldiers who died in the campaign but were missing due to record errors.
Some added names include soldiers who died later in British hospitals after being wounded in Normandy.
Families helped provide proof to have their relatives' names included on the memorial.
The memorial is located above what was called Gold Beach during the invasion.
This year, only six surviving Normandy veterans attended the commemoration, the smallest number since the memorial opened in 2021.
D-Day was the largest military seaborne attack in history and began the campaign to free northwest Europe from Nazi occupation.
Commemorations included French schoolchildren, military personnel, and ceremonial pipe bands marking the anniversary.
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A 35-year-old man died after a shark bit him while spearfishing near Michaelmas Island in Western Australia. This is the fourth fatal shark attack in Australia this year, and officials advise caution in the area.
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The man was spearfishing with his family near Albany on the south coast of Michaelmas Island.
A 4.5-meter (15-foot) shark was seen near the attack site.
Paramedics treated the man, but he died from his injuries.
This is the fourth shark-related death in Australia in 2024.
Other recent fatal attacks occurred near Perth, Queensland, and Sydney Harbour.
Scientists think more crowded waters and warmer oceans are changing shark movements.
Most shark attacks in Australia happen along the east and southeast coasts.
On average, about 20 shark attacks happen each year in Australia.
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Iran is preparing for a difficult peace period marked by economic problems, such as high inflation, a shrinking economy, power shortages, and growing unrest. The government is debating how to handle these challenges after surviving a war, but many experts say basic economic issues remain unresolved.
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Iran faces hyperinflation, with food prices up to 130% higher than before, and meat and chicken prices rising 176%.
The economy is expected to shrink by about 10%, and the war has caused serious damage to infrastructure, schools, and housing.
Power cuts are likely, with possible two-hour daily blackouts despite official denial.
At least 2 million people lost jobs partly due to internet restrictions linked to the conflict.
Some Iranians call for greater openness and autonomy after the war, while others warn of growing dissatisfaction among the population.
The government is offering discounts for reduced energy use to ease electricity demand.
Experts warn that inflation and shortages may worsen health problems like malnutrition and growth issues.
Iran’s leadership is concerned about maintaining social unity now that the external enemy threat is less immediate.
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This article explains that certain everyday actions by cat owners can make cats feel uncomfortable or dislike them. An expert says cats prefer to control interactions and do not react like humans or dogs do to social signals.
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Cats like to decide when to interact and may feel bothered if people try to control these moments.
Staring too much at a cat can seem threatening to them, unlike in human communication.
Cats have specific petting spots and limits; over-petting can upset them.
Cats hear higher sounds than humans, so loud voices can stress them out.
Punishing cats for unwanted behavior can harm the relationship between owner and pet.
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Welsh singer Duffy will perform her first live concert in over 15 years on July 5 in London. She stopped performing publicly after she was kidnapped and sexually assaulted, an experience she revealed in 2020 and will discuss in a new Disney+ documentary.
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Duffy became famous in 2008 with her hit album Rockferry and the song Mercy.
She won three BRIT Awards, a Grammy, and an Ivor Novello Award.
After her second album, she disappeared from the public eye for over a decade.
In 2020, she shared that she had been drugged, kidnapped, and raped in a foreign country.
No one knew about the attack until she went public with it, which had left her suicidal.
She will hold a "secret intimate gig" with a small audience in London on July 5.
Duffy is also featured in an upcoming Disney+ documentary about her ordeal.
She has been posting on social media about working on new music and reconnecting with fans.
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The United States intercepted Iranian ballistic missiles and drones launched toward the Strait of Hormuz and nearby areas amid stalled talks with Iran. Meanwhile, Israel continued bombing targets in southern Lebanon, killing several Lebanese soldiers, as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah persists.
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The US Central Command said it shot down six out of seven Iranian missiles and four drones launched near the Strait of Hormuz.
US forces targeted Iranian radar sites on Goruk and Qeshm Island in response to Iranian attacks.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said its attacks targeted US bases and oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz.
The US and Iran are in indirect talks to reach a temporary deal to end conflict but disagree on sanctions and nuclear issues.
Iran wants sanctions lifted, access to frozen assets, and an end to the US blockade of its ports.
The US demands reopening the Strait of Hormuz and limits on Iran’s nuclear program.
Israel’s strikes in southern Lebanon have killed Lebanese soldiers, increasing tensions with Hezbollah.
Hezbollah opposes a US-brokered ceasefire as it does not involve them or require Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon.
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Anthony Canty, a Euromillions lottery winner who recently saved a police officer’s life, died after being hit by a car in a suspected hit-and-run. The driver was arrested and later released under investigation, and police are seeking witnesses.
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Anthony Canty won £1 million in the Euromillions lottery in May 2020.
He saved a police officer’s life by performing CPR in April 2020.
Canty was hit by a car while riding his bicycle on 21 May in Tiptree, Essex.
He died in hospital four days after the accident.
The driver, an 18-year-old, was arrested for dangerous driving and other charges but later released under investigation.
The car involved was a Ford KA.
Police are asking anyone with video footage or information to contact them.
Canty had said he would continue working as a water supply worker despite his lottery win.
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