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Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury have welcomed their second child. The couple, who met on the TV show Love Island, shared the news with a photo but did not reveal the baby’s name or gender.
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Molly-Mae Hague is a reality TV personality.
Tommy Fury is a professional boxer and half-brother of Tyson Fury.
They met on Love Island in 2019.
They announced their second pregnancy in February 2024.
The couple had a nine-month breakup because of Fury’s alcohol use.
Fury stopped drinking for at least four months before they reunited last May.
Hague has openly shared her difficult experiences with pregnancy and childbirth.
Their first child’s name is Bambi.
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Protests have grown in Albania against a luxury resort project supported by Jared Kushner's investment firm. Locals and environmental groups are concerned about environmental damage and lack of transparency, while the Albanian prime minister insists the project will continue.
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Thousands of people have protested in the capital, Tirana, and other areas for several days.
The project is a $1.6 billion luxury resort planned for an environmentally sensitive area including Albania’s only island, Sazan.
The area hosts endangered species like the Mediterranean monk seal and many rare birds, including flamingos and Dalmatian pelicans.
Protesters and environmental groups say there was no public discussion or proper permits before work began.
Construction work included building fences, bringing security, and clearing natural habitats, which angered locals.
Albania’s prime minister, Edi Rama, supports the project and refuses to stop it.
The country’s anti-corruption agency has started investigating recent laws related to protected regions.
Developers claim they will follow environmental rules and aim to create jobs and value for the community.
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Rebel attacks by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have killed more than 30 people near Beni, a center of an ongoing Ebola outbreak. These attacks have made it harder for health workers to control the spread of Ebola and have caused many people to flee their homes.
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The ADF is a militia linked to the Islamic State group.
Attacks occurred in villages Matété, Mamuli, Kitoho, and the city of Beni in North Kivu province.
Over 30 people were killed in recent raids, including beheadings and shootings.
The Ebola outbreak in the region has 344 cases and 60 deaths so far.
Some Ebola patients fled health centers after the attacks, risking more spread of the disease.
About 10,000 civilians have been killed by the ADF since 2014.
The Congolese and Ugandan armies are working together to fight the ADF.
Violence is causing many residents to flee, which complicates efforts to control Ebola.
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Oman is refusing to cut ties with Iran despite pressure from the United States. Oman says it is only discussing with Iran a future system to manage the Strait of Hormuz in line with international law and with advice from the United Nations’ maritime agency.
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Oman is a longtime US ally and has acted as a neutral mediator in disputes involving the Gulf region.
The United States, including President Trump, has expressed strong suspicions about Oman’s negotiations with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz.
Oman insists it opposes any system of tolls on ships passing through the strait and supports freedom of navigation based on international law.
Iran wants to create a management system for the strait that includes a non-discriminatory fee to cover environmental damage caused by military activities.
The US Treasury has sanctioned Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority, which controls ship permissions to pass through the strait.
The United Nations’ International Maritime Organization says no country can legally impose fees or tolls on international straits.
Some Omani officials have shown limited support for charging fees for specific maritime services but maintain commitment to international maritime law principles.
Iran is working on finalizing legal drafts to clarify how the maritime regime in the strait would operate, possibly on a temporary basis.
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Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ceasefire that depends on Hezbollah stopping all attacks and leaving southern Lebanon. These talks happened in Washington to help reduce conflict related to Iran, as the U.S. tries to support a peace deal with Iran. Despite the agreement, Hezbollah has not accepted the deal, and fighting has continued in recent days.
Key Facts
Israel and Lebanon agreed to a ceasefire if Hezbollah stops fighting and leaves southern Lebanon.
The U.S. State Department helped negotiate this agreement during talks in Washington.
Lebanon and Israel agreed to set up zones controlled only by Lebanese armed forces, excluding non-state groups like Hezbollah.
Hezbollah said it will not accept a partial ceasefire and was not part of the recent talks.
Fighting has continued despite previous attempts to stop it, with casualties on both sides.
President Donald Trump said he stopped an Israeli strike on Beirut and talked with leaders including Netanyahu and Hezbollah representatives.
Trump is working to separate the conflict in Lebanon from broader Iran peace talks, though Iran says the issues are linked.
The U.S. House voted for a resolution that would require Trump to get congressional approval to continue involvement in the Iran conflict, but the resolution may not have legal force.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that some right-wing groups are using the death of Henry Nowak to push their political ideas. These groups claim that the police treat people differently, which they call ‘two-tier policing.’
Key Facts
Henry Nowak was killed, leading to public attention.
Some right-wing figures spoke about the police treatment related to this case.
These figures claim there is a ‘two-tier policing’ system, meaning police treat certain groups differently.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized these groups for using the situation to gain political advantage.
The Prime Minister’s statement focuses on stopping political exploitation of the incident.
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The U.S. Army identified Sgt. Devin A. Seibel, 26, as the American soldier who died in a training accident at Erbil Airbase in Iraq on May 31. A British soldier also died in the same incident, which the Pentagon described as related to military training.
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Sgt. Devin A. Seibel was 26 years old and from Robinson, Texas.
The accident happened on May 31 at Erbil Airbase in Iraq.
The incident involved both American and British soldiers.
The Pentagon called it a “training-related incident.”
Both Sgt. Seibel and a British Army soldier died.
The statement was released by the Pentagon on the Wednesday following the accident.
The accident occurred during a military exercise or training.
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China has banned four New Zealand members of parliament from entering China for one year because they visited Taiwan. This is the first time China has imposed such a ban on New Zealand MPs, who have long visited Taiwan despite New Zealand’s One China policy.
Key Facts
Four New Zealand MPs visited Taiwan in May and met Taiwan’s foreign minister.
China announced a one-year travel ban on these MPs but said it might lift the ban if they apologize.
The ban surprised New Zealand’s foreign minister, as official visits to Taiwan have happened before.
New Zealand recognizes only Beijing under its One China policy but maintains exchanges with Taiwan.
New Zealand officials are talking with China to understand why this action was taken.
Taiwan’s government sees the New Zealand MPs’ visit as support and friendship.
China has previously sanctioned US lawmakers for visiting Taiwan, similar to its action against New Zealand MPs.
Taiwan faces diplomatic pressure from China, including restrictions and objections to its international visits.
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Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ceasefire after meetings facilitated by the United States. The agreement requires a full stop to Hezbollah attacks and the removal of its fighters from a specific area in southern Lebanon.
Key Facts
The U.S. held a three-way meeting with Israel and Lebanon to discuss the ceasefire.
President Donald Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hezbollah representatives about stopping the fighting.
Despite the agreement, some armed clashes occurred on Monday evening, including Israel intercepting projectiles from Lebanon.
Israel conducted strikes in the southern suburbs of Beirut before the ceasefire announcement.
The State Department said the ceasefire demands Hezbollah end firing and leave the South Litani Sector in Lebanon.
The three countries agreed future relations should be decided by Israel and Lebanon themselves.
The parties involved criticized Iran for attacks and actions that destabilize the Middle East.
Israel and Lebanon had been under a ceasefire since mid-April before recent tensions resumed.
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Israel and Lebanon have agreed to renew a ceasefire if Hezbollah stops attacks and withdraws from parts of southern Lebanon. The deal, supported by the U.S., aims to reduce fighting and create zones controlled solely by the Lebanese military to improve stability.
Key Facts
Israel, Lebanon, and the U.S. announced the ceasefire deal on Wednesday.
Hezbollah must stop attacks and evacuate certain areas in southern Lebanon for the ceasefire to hold.
Lebanon plans to set up “pilot zones” where only its military will operate, without other armed groups.
The ceasefire talks happened in Washington, with more negotiations planned in about three weeks.
Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah has caused over 3,000 deaths in Lebanon and dozens in Israel since March.
More than one million people have been displaced in Lebanon due to the conflict.
The conflict affects broader U.S.-Iran negotiations over peace and Iran's nuclear program.
President Trump has urged both Israel and Lebanon to stop fighting and reach a peaceful solution.
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Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have increased significantly in the past 24 hours. Iran launched an attack on a civilian area at Kuwait airport, marking one of the most intense escalations since a ceasefire began.
Key Facts
Fighting between the U.S. and Iran has intensified recently.
Iran targeted a civilian zone at Kuwait airport, not just military sites.
This attack is unusual compared to past actions, which mostly involved military targets.
The ceasefire agreement between the two sides is currently fragile.
The situation is causing concern about further escalation in the region.
CBS News reported the developments with analysis from a national security expert.
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In northern Nigeria, many women and girls leave school early due to poverty, early marriage, and cultural beliefs. The Women Centre for Continuing Education (WCCE) in Sokoto helps women return to school by offering free education and a shorter curriculum. This second-chance education supports women in gaining skills and improving their lives despite ongoing social challenges.
Key Facts
Many girls in northern Nigeria drop out of school because of poverty and early marriage.
Over half of the girls in the region do not attend school, according to UNICEF.
The Women Centre for Continuing Education (WCCE) was founded in 1997 to help adult women learn new skills and continue their education.
WCCE offers a three-year primary program and three years each for junior and senior secondary education.
Students at WCCE take official exams at the end of their studies, like the Junior and Senior School Certificate exams.
Education at WCCE is free, supported by the Sokoto state government, but students still pay for books and transport.
Cultural norms often prioritize boys’ education and household duties for girls, making it harder for women to return to school.
Women who return to education through programs like WCCE can gain jobs such as teaching and nursing, helping address skill shortages.
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Germany failed to get a temporary seat on the United Nations Security Council, losing to Portugal and Austria. German officials said Russia opposed Germany’s bid because of its support for Ukraine, and Germany’s stance on Israel may have also affected votes.
Key Facts
Germany competed for one of two two-year seats on the UN Security Council for the Western European and Others Group.
Portugal received 134 votes, Austria 131, and Germany 104 votes in the election.
Germany’s foreign minister said Russia actively worked against Germany’s bid.
Germany has taken firm positions supporting Ukraine and Israel, which some countries did not support.
There are five permanent UN Security Council members; Germany was seeking one of the 10 temporary seats.
The seat loss is seen as a setback for German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who wants to raise Germany’s global role.
Merz stated Germany will keep supporting the UN and the international system despite the result.
Other countries elected to the council include Kyrgyzstan, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe.
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North Korea revealed a new nuclear facility intended to make fuel for nuclear bombs. Leader Kim Jong Un said the country plans to rapidly increase its nuclear weapons capability.
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North Korea opened a facility that likely enriches uranium for nuclear weapons.
The facility uses advanced technology but exact details like location or operation start date were not shared.
Kim Jong Un visited the facility and discussed plans to greatly expand nuclear forces.
He cited rising threats from the United States and South Korea as reasons to increase nuclear weapons.
North Korea claims its production of weapons-grade nuclear materials has more than doubled in five years.
This is the second such uranium enrichment plant publicly revealed since 2024.
South Korean officials say North Korea operates four enrichment plants running daily.
The international community has noted a rapid increase in North Korea’s nuclear activities and imposed sanctions linked to funding its programs.
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North Korea showed a new facility that seems to make fuel for nuclear weapons. Leader Kim Jong Un said the country will grow its nuclear forces very quickly because of threats he mentions from the U.S. and South Korea.
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North Korea revealed a new plant believed to enrich uranium for nuclear bombs.
Leader Kim Jong Un visited the plant and promised rapid growth of their nuclear weapons.
The plant uses advanced technology, but its location and start date were not shared.
Photos show a large room filled with centrifuges, machines used to process uranium.
Kim says the production of weapons-grade nuclear material has more than doubled in five years.
This new facility comes after North Korea revealed another uranium plant in 2024.
North Korea has several uranium enrichment sites operating daily, as reported by South Korea.
The country has focused on expanding its nuclear weapons since talks with President Trump ended in 2019.
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Israel and Lebanon have agreed to renew their ceasefire and set up special security zones inside Lebanon where Hezbollah militants are not allowed. The Lebanese army will take control of these zones, aiming to reduce fighting and move toward a lasting peace agreement.
Key Facts
Israel and Lebanon renewed their fragile ceasefire after U.S.-mediated talks.
The ceasefire depends on Hezbollah stopping all attacks and leaving areas south of the Litani River.
The agreement calls for the Lebanese army to fully control new "pilot" security zones inside Lebanon.
Hezbollah is banned from operating in these new security zones.
The talks did not include Hezbollah, which is supported by Iran.
The statement said the future relationship between Israel and Lebanon should be decided only by their governments.
The agreement aims to help move toward a comprehensive peace and security deal.
The agreement rejects any outside force controlling Lebanon’s future, a reference to Iran’s involvement.
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NASA will end its MAVEN mission after losing contact with the spacecraft for six months. MAVEN, launched in 2014 to study Mars' atmosphere, operated for over ten years before going silent in December 2025.
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MAVEN stands for Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution.
The spacecraft entered orbit around Mars in 2014.
The original mission was planned for 1-2 years, but MAVEN lasted more than a decade.
Contact with MAVEN was lost in December 2025 and remained silent for six months.
NASA believes the spacecraft is still orbiting Mars but cannot communicate with it.
MAVEN helped scientists learn about atmospheric escape, which is when gases leave a planet’s atmosphere.
The probe also acted as a communication relay between Earth and Mars surface robots.
Other Mars orbiters will now take over communication duties.
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A new report says that if fighting in Iran causes long-lasting problems in energy supplies, it could hurt the world economy badly. Many countries might go into recession, and more people could lose their jobs.
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The report was released by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) on Wednesday.
It focuses on the effects of the war in Iran on global energy supplies.
A long disruption in energy would make the global economy weaker.
Many countries could face recessions, which means their economies would shrink.
Unemployment rates could rise as a result of these economic difficulties.
The report emphasizes the serious global impact if energy flow is interrupted for a long time.
Iran’s conflict is the main cause of these potential energy problems affecting many countries.
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Activists in London attempted to put up a statue of Marwan Barghouti in Parliament Square. The police stopped them from doing this. Barghouti is a Palestinian leader who has been in an Israeli prison since 2002.
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Activists wanted to place a statue of Marwan Barghouti in London’s Parliament Square.
The police prevented the statue from being installed.
Marwan Barghouti is a Palestinian political figure.
He is often called the ‘Palestinian Mandela’.
Barghouti has been imprisoned by Israel since 2002.
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A dog owner, Tabitha Doepel, accidentally left her dog outside for a several hours early one morning while very tired from a long workweek. The dog, Wednesday, was caught on security camera crying to be let back inside. The owner felt bad but later gave the dog many treats and said the dog quickly forgave her.
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Tabitha Doepel was very sleep-deprived after working seven days in a row.
Her dog, Wednesday, a pit bull mix, begged to go outside at 3 a.m. and she let her out.
Doepel then went back to bed and forgot the dog was outside.
Wednesday was outside alone, crying and trying to get back in until Doepel’s husband heard her at 6 a.m. and let her in.
The dog’s cries were caught on a security camera, which Doepel shared on TikTok.
Doepel felt guilty but said it was a mistake caused by exhaustion.
Experts note that lack of sleep can affect memory and attention, which may explain the error.
After the incident, Doepel gave the dog many treats and said Wednesday remains well cared for with multiple beds and good food.
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