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Parts of southern Alaska received their earliest-ever heat advisory as temperatures are expected to rise well above normal for the region. The forecast warns of highs between 80 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit, which is much warmer than usual for this time of year.
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The heat advisory applies to areas including Prince of Wales Island, Ketchikan Gateway Borough, and the City of Hyder.
Temperatures are expected to reach 80 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit; normal highs this time of year are closer to 60 degrees.
This is the earliest heat advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Juneau since the advisory system began in 2025.
Homes in Alaska rarely have air conditioning and are built to keep heat inside, increasing indoor temperatures during hot spells.
People in Alaska are not used to sustained heat, raising the risk of heat-related illnesses.
The advisory warns especially for vulnerable groups like older adults and those without cooling options.
Southeast Alaska rarely sees temperatures near 80 degrees, sometimes only once every few years.
The all-time high temperature for Southeast Alaska is 98 degrees, recorded in 1976.
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Taylor Swift announced a new song titled "I Knew It, I Knew You" that will be featured in Pixar's upcoming movie "Toy Story 5." The song will be released on June 5, ahead of the film's premiere on June 19.
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Taylor Swift revealed the new song on Instagram on June 1.
The song is for the movie "Toy Story 5," coming to theaters on June 19.
Swift wrote the song after watching an early screening of the film.
The song is available for pre-order on Swift’s website in three special editions with unique vocals and production.
Director Andrew Stanton said he was surprised and honored by Swift’s involvement.
Bad Bunny also contributed to the movie as a character called Pizza with Sunglasses.
Pixar teased the announcement with "Toy Story"-themed billboards in several cities.
"Toy Story 5" continues the story of beloved characters from the original film series.
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Ousmane Sonko, the recently removed prime minister of Senegal and leader of the Pastef party, announced that his party will not join the new government. This decision follows disagreements with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who replaced Sonko after sacking him and dissolving the government.
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Ousmane Sonko is the ousted prime minister of Senegal and leader of the Pastef political party.
Sonko said his party will not take part in the new government or hold any minister positions.
Sonko met with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, but they disagreed over the role of Pastef in the government.
President Faye fired Sonko and dissolved the government on May 22, then named economist Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo as the new prime minister.
Senegal's parliament supported Sonko by reinstating him as a member and electing him as speaker despite his removal.
Senegal faces economic challenges from a debt crisis after discovering hidden debts in 2024.
The International Monetary Fund paused its $1.8 billion loan program to Senegal due to the debt issues.
Senegal hopes to restart talks with the IMF soon and resolve key financial issues by the end of June 2026.
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Hundreds of people protested in central Kenya against a plan to quarantine American citizens exposed to Ebola in Kenya. The Kenyan High Court has temporarily stopped the plan from moving forward.
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The protests took place in central Kenya.
The plan involves quarantining Americans exposed to Ebola in Kenya rather than sending them back to the U.S.
The quarantine facility is funded by the United States.
Kenya’s High Court has issued a temporary suspension on the quarantine plan.
The protests happened in response to concerns about the presence of the quarantine center in Kenya.
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Israel has continued attacks in Gaza, resulting in over 900 deaths since an October ceasefire agreement. These ongoing attacks threaten the peace process that the United States supports between Israel and Gaza.
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There was a ceasefire deal made in October regarding Gaza.
Despite this deal, Israel continues to conduct attacks in Gaza.
More than 900 people have been killed in Gaza since the ceasefire began.
Israel has threatened to take control of more areas in the Gaza Strip.
The ongoing violence raises concerns about the collapse of the US-backed peace efforts.
The article includes experts discussing the situation: a senior fellow, a project president, and a public policy professor.
The focus is on the conflict between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza.
The US plays a role in trying to support peace in the region.
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Thousands of people, mostly women, marched in Nairobi to demand the Kenyan government declare a national crisis over the rise in femicide and child disappearances. The protest was organized by groups fighting for women’s and children’s rights, following a recent brutal murder that gained public attention.
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The march took place in central Nairobi and was one of the largest protests against gender violence in recent months.
Protesters used the murder of gospel singer Rachel Wandeto, who was set on fire and died from her injuries, to raise awareness.
Organizers have given the government a 40-day deadline to declare gender-based violence a national crisis or face more protests.
Weekly, about 70 cases of gender-based violence are reported to Kenya’s Federation of Women Lawyers in three cities.
Between January 2025 and March 2026, over 10,500 child protection cases were recorded, including nearly 2,000 abductions.
Nearly 2,328 children are currently missing according to government data.
Protesters want stronger laws, faster investigations, and more support for victims and families.
In response, Kenya formed a special unit with experts to investigate these crimes.
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Congo has reported 282 confirmed cases of Ebola, mostly in the eastern Ituri province. The outbreak has caused 42 deaths in Congo and one in Uganda, with no approved medicine or vaccine available.
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There are at least 282 confirmed Ebola cases in Congo.
The outbreak is mainly in Ituri province, with 264 confirmed cases.
More than 1,000 suspected cases of the Bundibugyo Ebola virus have been reported.
Bundibugyo is a species of the Ebola virus confirmed weeks after the outbreak started.
No approved treatment or vaccine exists for this Ebola virus type.
The outbreak has caused 42 deaths in Congo.
One death linked to the outbreak was reported in neighboring Uganda.
Some medical workers have recovered and shared positive stories about their experience.
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Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan rejected Russia’s demand to hold a quick referendum on leaving the Russian-led Eurasian Economic Union and joining the European Union. This rejection comes amid increasing pressure from Russia, including trade bans and political threats, as Armenia moves closer to the West.
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Armenia’s Prime Minister refused Russia’s call for a referendum on leaving the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) to join the EU.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and other EAEU leaders pushed Armenia to hold this referendum soon.
Putin warned Armenia against following a path like Ukraine, implying risks to Armenia’s security.
Pashinyan said any referendum is theoretical until Armenia formally applies to join the EU.
Russia has increased pressure on Armenia ahead of its June 7 parliamentary elections, including recalling its ambassador.
Russia banned fish imports from Armenia and previously blocked other Armenian products like produce and alcohol.
Armenia has been strengthening ties with the EU and hosted its first official EU summit last month.
Relations worsened after Russia didn’t support Armenia during Azerbaijan’s 2023 offensive in Nagorno-Karabakh.
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A pro-President Trump lawyer named Aberaldo de la Espriella is leading in Colombia’s presidential race after the first round of voting. Experts say this reflects a return of a U.S. policy approach called the "Donroe doctrine," which impacts politics in Latin America.
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Aberaldo de la Espriella, a pro-President Trump lawyer, is ahead in Colombia’s presidential election first round.
The election took place over the recent weekend.
Voters in Colombia are showing support for tougher actions against criminal groups.
Christopher Sabatini, a researcher at Chatham House, links this political shift to the "Donroe doctrine."
The "Donroe doctrine" describes U.S. influence and intervention in Latin American politics.
This doctrine is showing up again in the political landscape of Latin America.
The article references ongoing violence and security issues in Colombia as part of the election context.
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Iran denied reports that President Masoud Pezeshkian resigned due to a power struggle with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Iranian officials called the reports false and said the president is still in office and working as usual.
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Reports said President Masoud Pezeshkian resigned because of tensions with the IRGC.
The IRGC is said to have grown more influential, sidelining Pezeshkian in decision-making about the Iran war.
The first report came from Iran International, a London-based media outlet linked to Iranian opposition.
Iranian government and officials described the reports as rumors and foreign efforts to cause instability.
Pezeshkian’s deputy called the resignation claims "rumour mongering."
Pezeshkian spoke about challenges on social media but did not confirm resignation.
State media quoted him saying he will continue his work "as long as I breathe."
Pezeshkian recently held a phone call with Japan’s prime minister, showing he is still active in his role.
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A 42-year-old British woman died after falling about 500 meters while hiking near the Balaitús Peak in the Pyrenees, Spain. The Foreign Office is in contact with Spanish authorities, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fall.
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The accident happened near the Spain-France border in the Huesca region of Spain.
The woman fell around 500 meters (1,640 feet) from Balaitús Peak.
She was hiking with a 53-year-old male companion who was not injured.
Rescue teams, including the Mountain Rescue and Intervention Group and Huesca Air Unit, responded to the scene.
The woman was declared dead at the location and her body was taken for a post-mortem examination.
The Civil Guard is investigating the incident as a tragic accident.
The Foreign Office is assisting and has confirmed contact with local authorities.
Recent mountain rescue operations have increased in the Pyrenees, with officials urging hikers to take safety precautions.
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Authorities found the remains of Melissa Casias, a worker at Los Alamos National Laboratory, in a New Mexico national forest. She had disappeared in June 2025 after not returning home or showing up to work, and the cause of her death is still being investigated.
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Melissa Casias worked as an administrative assistant at Los Alamos National Laboratory.
She disappeared on June 26, 2025, after visiting her daughter and not returning home or to work.
Hikers found her remains in the Carson National Forest near Taos, New Mexico.
A handgun was found near her remains.
The medical examiner is still testing to find out how she died.
Casias was the second laboratory employee to go missing last year; another worker, Anthony Chavez, also disappeared.
At least 10 scientists and lab staff from sensitive nuclear or space labs have gone missing or died recently.
The FBI is investigating possible connections between these cases.
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A ship named Handala II has started its trip from Sweden to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. This comes a few weeks after Israeli forces intercepted another ship carrying aid to Gaza in international waters.
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The ship Handala II is carrying aid supplies for people in Gaza.
The voyage started in Sweden.
The ship aims to break the Israeli blockade on Gaza.
Israeli forces previously intercepted a different aid ship on a similar mission.
The previous interception happened in international waters outside of Israel's borders.
The current mission is focused on delivering humanitarian help to Palestinians in Gaza.
The situation involves ongoing tensions related to access and aid delivery to Gaza.
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The University of Manchester is investigating complaints from about 20 female medical students who received anonymous, threatening phone calls that included sexual harassment. The university is addressing these serious concerns and working to support students and improve campus safety.
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Female medical students at the University of Manchester have been receiving anonymous phone calls with sexual harassment for at least three years.
The calls often happen at night and include threats, demands for sexual favors, and gender-based insults.
One student, Charlotte Buttercase, reported being called multiple times in one night and described feeling scared and belittled.
About one in three female students in the UK say they have experienced sexual harassment at university.
Research shows sexual harassment is more common at highly selective universities and in demanding courses like medicine.
The British Medical Association (BMA) is supporting the Manchester students and promising to help stop sexual violence in medical training.
University officials say they take the issue seriously, have started a formal investigation, and will review cultural problems within the medical school.
The university aims to make lasting changes so students and staff feel safe and supported.
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Hundreds of people protested in Nanyuki, Kenya, against a planned US Ebola quarantine center at a military base that would house US citizens exposed to the virus. Kenya’s High Court suspended the plan after concerns about public health risks and lack of transparency were raised.
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The Ebola outbreak has killed over 200 people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda.
Kenya has reported no Ebola cases so far.
The planned quarantine facility would have 50 beds for US nationals exposed to Ebola but who show no symptoms.
Kenya’s High Court paused the plan after a lawsuit citing risks to public health and poor transparency.
The US government plans to invest $13.5 million to help Kenya prepare for Ebola.
Kenya’s Health Minister said the facility would serve everyone, not just US citizens.
Residents worry the facility could spread the virus in their small town where many live and go to school near the base.
Despite the court order, US military flights continued operations near the base as preparations went on.
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President Donald Trump stopped Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from carrying out planned airstrikes against Hezbollah targets in Beirut after Iran warned it would quit talks with the U.S. over Israel’s actions in Lebanon. A proposed deal was made for both Israel and Hezbollah to stop attacking each other, though neither side officially confirmed the agreement.
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Netanyahu planned airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut's Dahieh District due to ceasefire violations.
Iran threatened to end nuclear negotiations with the U.S. if Israel continued attacks in Lebanon.
Trump called Netanyahu and convinced him to cancel the planned strikes.
A U.S. proposal called for a mutual stop to attacks by Israel and Hezbollah.
Hezbollah's acceptance was announced by the Lebanese embassy, but not directly confirmed by Hezbollah or Israel.
Iran warned the U.S. and Israel would face consequences if attacks continued, mentioning possible actions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel had urged residents of Dahieh District to evacuate due to expected strikes.
Trump claimed to have engaged with Hezbollah representatives to agree on stopping all attacks, but details were unclear.
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Taylor Swift announced a new original song called "I Knew It, I Knew You" for the Toy Story 5 movie soundtrack. The single will be released on June 5 with multiple versions available, and the movie will come out on June 19.
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The new song is titled "I Knew It, I Knew You."
It will be released on June 5, with CD singles available in three versions: piano, acoustic, and original.
Taylor Swift confirmed her involvement after fans saw "TS" billboards related to Toy Story in several cities worldwide.
The song was inspired by Jessie, the cowgirl character from Toy Story.
Swift co-wrote the song with her frequent collaborator Jack Antonoff.
Toy Story 5 will be released globally on June 19.
The movie features main characters Buzz and Woody facing a digital tablet called Lilypad.
This song marks Swift’s return to country music and follows her last album released in October 2025.
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Hungary's new Prime Minister Péter Magyar plans to change the constitution to remove President Tamás Sulyok, who was appointed by the previous government. Magyar's party has a strong majority in parliament and wants to replace officials linked to former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
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Péter Magyar became Hungary’s Prime Minister after his party won a large election victory in April.
Magyar’s party has a two-thirds majority in Hungary’s parliament, allowing major changes to the constitution.
Magyar asked President Tamás Sulyok to resign by May 31, but Sulyok refused.
The President in Hungary mostly has a ceremonial role, but can sign laws or send them to the constitutional court for review.
Magyar said Sulyok did not act against harmful actions by the previous government, such as bans on LGBTQ+ events.
Magyar will start constitutional changes to remove Sulyok, expecting the process to take about a month.
The previous ruling party, Fidesz, called the removal unconstitutional and said it would harm Hungary’s democracy.
Sulyok’s office asked a European legal group, the Venice Commission, to review the conflict.
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The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) will invest $50 million to help Moderna develop and test a new vaccine against the Bundibugyo Ebola virus. This funding will also support making the vaccine and advancing later-stage testing if early results are promising.
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CEPI is a global health organization focused on preparing for epidemics.
Moderna is working on a vaccine targeting the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus.
Ebola is a deadly virus causing outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The $50 million investment will support early clinical trials of the vaccine.
If initial tests show the vaccine works, the money will help with manufacturing.
Funding will also help move the vaccine into more advanced testing phases.
The goal is to create a vaccine to control the current Ebola outbreak.
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A woman who was born and grew up in Iran now lives in the United States. She shared her feelings about the war happening in Iran and the fear she has for her family and friends still there.
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The woman is originally from Iran.
She currently lives in the United States.
She spoke about her experiences with the war in Iran.
She expressed concern and fear for her loved ones in Iran.
The interview was conducted by Lindsey Reiser for CBS News.
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