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A magnitude 6 earthquake struck near the Big Island of Hawaii on Friday night. The earthquake was about eight miles south of Honaunau-Napoopoo and occurred at a depth of 14 miles. No tsunami warning was issued.
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The earthquake measured magnitude 6.0.
It happened late Friday local time near the Big Island of Hawaii.
The quake’s location was approximately eight miles south of Honaunau-Napoopoo.
It occurred at a depth of 14 miles below the surface.
People in the area reported feeling shaking from the earthquake.
The U.S. Tsunami Warning Centers said no tsunami was expected.
The U.S. Geological Survey provided the official location and magnitude data.
Officials and news sources continue to monitor the situation for updates.
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The war in Iran, which has lasted nearly four months, is causing serious harm to people around the world. President Donald Trump is facing difficult choices about continuing or ending the conflict, which has already increased hunger and raised prices for food and fuel globally.
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The war in Iran is entering its fourth month with heavy damage to global humanitarian, economic, and political stability.
President Trump is considering expanding bombing on Iran or accepting a peace deal similar to a past nuclear agreement.
About 70% of Iran’s missile weapons remain despite ongoing attacks.
Many Gulf countries and U.S. allies oppose further military actions due to fear of retaliation.
Continuing the war threatens severe food shortages and famine in poor countries like Somalia.
The World Food Programme warns 45 million more people could face extreme hunger if the war continues.
The conflict raises global fuel and food prices, impacting economies worldwide.
The U.S. faces growing tensions with allies in Europe and the Gulf, while Russia benefits from reduced sanctions.
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The Board of Peace’s top diplomat said Hamas is the main reason the ceasefire in Gaza is not working, blaming the group for not giving up weapons or control. Critics say the Board, supported by the US and launched by President Trump, is unfair because it mostly blames Hamas and ignores Israel’s actions, like continuing airstrikes and restricting humanitarian aid.
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Nickolay Mladenov, the Board of Peace’s representative for Gaza, told the UN that Hamas is blocking the ceasefire by refusing to disarm and allow civilian control.
Hamas denies these accusations, saying the report favors Israel’s position and justifies more Israeli attacks.
The ceasefire began in October, but Israeli forces have continued airstrikes and expanded control over Gaza land beyond agreed limits.
Over 850 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire started.
Israel has not allowed the promised amount of humanitarian aid trucks daily and restricts materials that could help with water and rubble clearing.
Mladenov’s report does not directly criticize Israel but refers vaguely to “all parties,” which some critics say lets Israel avoid blame.
A proposed roadmap suggests gradual disarmament of Hamas with monitoring by multiple groups and demands that disarmament be led by Palestinians.
Some analysts support the roadmap but caution that blaming only Hamas oversimplifies the situation and ignores Israel’s obligations.
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For six weeks this summer, 11 U.S. cities hosting the World Cup will operate a strict, well-organized system to manage crowds, security, and commercial activities. This system includes enhanced policing, surveillance, and controlled advertising zones that will make these cities function more efficiently, similar to how Singapore runs but without the same political restrictions.
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The World Cup will be held in 11 U.S. cities this summer.
These cities will have tight crowd control, security, and emergency management.
Police, surveillance cameras, and other security measures will increase during the event.
FIFA requires exclusive sponsorship deals and restricts advertising near event venues.
Some stadiums, like Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field, will be renamed temporarily for the tournament.
The federal government is providing $625 million for security and $250 million for counter-drone measures.
Local officials are coordinating with many agencies to manage the event smoothly.
The increased control and order seen during the World Cup is not usual for these cities outside the event.
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Eva Longoria attended the Cannes Film Festival for the 21st time, sharing her experiences and thoughts about her career in acting and filmmaking. She talked about what she wishes she had known before her first visit to Cannes and discussed her passion for movies and future plans.
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Eva Longoria is a well-known actress and filmmaker.
She returned to the Cannes Film Festival for the 21st time.
She reflected on her first experience at Cannes.
Longoria shared memorable moments from her career.
She expressed excitement about future successes in filmmaking.
The Cannes Film Festival is a major international event held in France.
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Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has removed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government after months of disagreements. Sonko, a popular leader among young people, had criticized the president publicly before his dismissal, which comes as the country faces serious economic problems.
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President Bassirou Diomaye Faye fired Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and ended the duties of all government ministers.
The government was dissolved following ongoing tensions between the president and prime minister.
Sonko is popular with youth in Senegal and had openly criticized the president during a recent parliament session.
Senegal's public debt is very high, about 132% of the country’s GDP, according to the IMF.
Sonko was barred from running for president in 2024 due to a defamation conviction but supported Faye’s successful presidential bid.
Both Faye and Sonko were in prison until 10 days before the election they won together.
Students in Dakar protested in support of Sonko after he was dismissed.
The conflict included mutual accusations: Faye said Sonko personalized the party too much, while Sonko said Faye failed to lead well and defend him.
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Iran and the United States are engaged in difficult peace talks to end a regional conflict that began in February. Pakistan’s army chief visited Tehran to discuss efforts to reduce tensions, but Iran says serious disagreements remain, while the U.S. warns negotiations are close to failing.
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The conflict began with US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28 and has damaged the global economy by closing the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
President Donald Trump’s administration is preparing for possible strikes on Iran if peace talks fail.
Pakistan’s army chief, Asim Munir, met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to discuss preventing escalation.
Iran describes U.S. demands as “excessive” and says major disagreements still exist.
Araghchi has communicated with Turkish, Iraqi, Qatari, Omani officials and the UN Secretary-General about the peace talks.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister are visiting China to discuss the crisis and mediation efforts.
President Trump said he will stay in Washington and not attend his son’s wedding due to government matters related to the situation.
Despite progress, no final agreement has been reached to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or end the conflict.
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Iraq is deeply affected by the ongoing conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran, even though it officially tries to stay neutral. Secret Israeli bases and Iranian-backed militias operate within Iraq, making the country a major site of violence and tension in the Middle East.
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Iraq has become a key battleground in the conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran.
Israeli secret bases reportedly exist in western Iraq for operations against Iran.
Militias allied with Iran carry out drone attacks from Iraq into Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Iranian Kurdish fighters are active in Iraq's semiautonomous northern region.
Iraq’s new government, led by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, faces challenges from this ongoing conflict.
Iraq has tried to maintain balanced relations with both the US and Iran and sought to keep weapons under state control.
The killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in 2026 escalated tensions and worsened Iraq’s security situation.
From late 2023 until early 2026, Iraq mostly avoided being directly involved in the wider regional war.
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King Charles III faces pressure linked to scandals involving Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who is under police investigation and accused of serious crimes. Despite debate about the future of the British monarchy, long-term data shows slow but steady growth in support for abolishing the monarchy, though a majority still support keeping it for now.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is under investigation by Thames Valley Police for allegedly leaking government documents to Jeffrey Epstein.
Virginia Giuffre accused Mountbatten-Windsor of sexually assaulting her as a minor and claimed Epstein trafficked her to him; he denies wrongdoing.
Discussions about abolishing the British monarchy have increased but have existed for many years.
Newsweek analyzed data from the British Social Attitudes survey, which has tracked public opinion on the monarchy since 1983.
In 1983, 3.1% wanted to abolish the monarchy; in 2024, that figure rose to 15.3%.
If current trends continue, it could take about 120 years for a majority to support ending the monarchy.
Supporters believe the monarchy can recover popular support after crises, citing past recoveries after events like Princess Diana’s death.
The number of people who think the monarchy is "very important" has dropped from 64.6% in 1983 to 24.1% in 2024.
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NATO held a military exercise simulating a Russian attack on the Baltic states to prepare its forces for a possible invasion. Officials say the threat from Russia could become serious by 2030, and NATO is working to improve its defenses despite concerns about slow progress and reduced U.S. troop presence in Europe.
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Around 120 NATO soldiers practiced a war game underground in London, imagining a Russian invasion in the year 2030.
Baltic countries like Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are concerned that Russia might attack once the Ukraine war ends.
New estimates suggest Russia might be ready to act as soon as next year, earlier than past intelligence predicted.
NATO countries are increasing defense spending to stockpile ammunition and install air defense systems against Russian missiles and drones.
NATO members have promised to spend 5% of their economic output on their militaries by 2035, but experts say this may not be enough.
Russia spends about 7.5% of its economy on its military, which is higher than NATO’s target.
The U.S. plans to reduce its troop presence in Europe by at least 5,000 soldiers to focus on other regions, such as the Indo-Pacific.
NATO leaders warn they need more money and faster progress to be ready to defend against Russia in the coming decade.
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An investigation found that at least 51 countries sent weapons and military goods to Israel during the Gaza war from 2023 to 2025. This happened even after the International Court of Justice (ICJ) warned of a possible genocide in Gaza and urged countries to act to prevent it. The flow of arms to Israel increased during this time, despite some countries having arms embargoes against Israel.
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The Gaza war lasted nearly two years, ending in October 2025 with over 70,000 people killed and about 171,000 injured.
The ICJ ruled in January 2024 that there was a plausible risk of genocide in Gaza and ordered countries to prevent it.
More than 51 countries and territories supplied Israel with military-related goods during the war.
The main suppliers of these goods were the United States, India, Romania, Taiwan, and the Czech Republic.
Many shipments included ammunition, explosive munitions, weapon parts, and armored vehicle components.
The value of military imports to Israel from October 2023 to October 2025 was about 3.22 billion shekels ($885.6 million).
This military trade increased by more than double compared to the 20 months before October 2023.
Some countries that sent arms to Israel had official arms embargoes or had tried to limit their arms exports.
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A gas explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi province, China, has killed at least 90 people. Rescue teams are still searching for survivors, and authorities have arrested the person in charge of the mine as they investigate the accident.
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The explosion happened at the Liushenyu coal mine in Qinyuan county, Shanxi province.
At the time of the blast, 247 workers were underground.
It is the deadliest mining accident in China in over ten years.
The explosion followed a carbon monoxide alert about unsafe gas levels.
The person responsible for the mine’s oversight was arrested.
President Xi Jinping called for stronger workplace safety measures after the accident.
Shanxi province produces nearly a third of China’s coal, making it the country’s top coal-mining region.
China is the world’s largest coal producer and consumer and the largest emitter of greenhouse gases.
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A gas explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi province, China, killed at least 82 people and trapped many more underground. Rescue efforts are ongoing, and Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for a full investigation and accountability.
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The accident occurred at Liushenyu coal mine in Changzhi city, Shanxi province.
The explosion happened on Friday evening, May 22, 2026.
At least 82 people were reported dead by state media.
Initially, only 8 deaths and 38 trapped workers were reported.
A total of 247 miners were trapped underground after the explosion.
The cause of the explosion is still being investigated.
Shanxi province is China’s largest coal mining region, producing nearly a third of the country’s coal.
President Xi Jinping ordered a full rescue effort and called for an investigation and accountability.
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About 40,000 people in Southern California were told to evacuate because a large chemical tank at an aerospace plant was leaking and overheating. Authorities worked to prevent the tank from exploding or cracking while managing the leak and protecting the environment.
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The tank held 6,000 to 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a chemical used to make plastic parts.
The leak happened at a GKN Aerospace facility in Garden Grove, Orange County.
Evacuation orders affected residents in Garden Grove and parts of five other nearby cities.
No injuries or deaths have been reported so far.
Fire officials said the tank could fail or explode, but they don’t know when.
Emergency crews sprayed water on the tank to keep it cool and used sandbags to contain potential spills.
Methyl methacrylate vapors can cause health problems like breathing trouble, eye irritation, nausea, and headaches.
Disneyland and its theme parks near the area were not evacuated.
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The Bundibugyo virus is a rare type of Ebola first identified in 2007 in a district called Bundibugyo in western Uganda. Although the current Ebola outbreak is in eastern Congo, the virus type’s name links the Ugandan district to the disease, which some locals find upsetting.
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Bundibugyo is a mountainous district in western Uganda with about 200,000 residents, many of whom are cocoa farmers.
The Bundibugyo virus was first identified during an Ebola outbreak in that district in 2007.
This type of Ebola virus is different from the Sudan and Zaire types previously known.
The 2007 outbreak in Bundibugyo caused at least 37 deaths but was contained by the end of the year.
A smaller Bundibugyo virus outbreak occurred in northeast Congo in 2012.
The current Ebola outbreak is happening in eastern Congo, with over 160 suspected deaths in two provinces.
Ugandan officials want to make clear that Uganda is not the center of the current outbreak to avoid negative associations.
Experts say the Bundibugyo virus is particularly dangerous and has not been studied as much as other Ebola types.
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Pakistan’s army chief visited Tehran as talks between Iran and the US to end their conflict continued but major disagreements remain. Iran says stopping the war on all fronts is essential before making a deal, while international concerns grow over Israel’s treatment of activists and the control of the Strait of Hormuz remains a key issue.
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Pakistan’s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, arrived in Tehran to help mediate peace talks between Iran and the US.
Iranian officials report deep and significant differences still exist in the talks with Washington.
Iran views fees charged for passing through the Strait of Hormuz as a payment for security services it provides there.
Iran insists that stopping the war completely is necessary before any peace agreement can be made.
The US says some progress has been made, but big issues like Iran’s uranium program and control of the Strait of Hormuz remain unresolved.
There are rising international concerns after reports of sexual assault against activists detained by Israeli forces.
France proposed a UN mission to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, but Russia and China might veto it.
President Donald Trump faces pressure to reduce the conflict amid rising oil prices and upcoming US elections.
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Israeli forces launched attacks on Nuseirat and Bureij refugee camps in central Gaza. These strikes happened even though there was a ceasefire agreement in place, and dozens of people were hurt.
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Israeli forces attacked Nuseirat and Bureij refugee camps in Gaza.
The attacks injured dozens of people.
A ceasefire agreement was active when the attacks occurred.
The locations targeted are in central Gaza.
The incident was captured on video.
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A red fox named Basil was found hiding on a cargo ship that traveled from Southampton, UK, to New York. After being treated for a rare parasite called French heartworm at the Bronx Zoo, the fox has fully recovered and finished quarantine.
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Basil is a two-year-old male red fox.
He was discovered in February aboard a ship arriving in the Port of New York and New Jersey.
Basil was diagnosed with French heartworm, a parasite rare in the United States but common in Europe.
The parasite affects blood vessels in the lungs and can cause serious breathing problems.
The Bronx Zoo treated Basil for a month with three types of deworming medicine.
Follow-up tests confirmed Basil is now free of the parasite.
Basil’s health improved significantly; he gained weight and now has a shinier coat.
The zoo is still deciding where Basil will live long-term.
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in India to meet with leaders from India, Australia, and Japan in the Quad alliance. The visit aims to improve U.S.-India relations, which were strained during President Donald Trump’s tariff policies, and includes cultural visits and high-level talks on trade, defense, and technology.
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Marco Rubio is the U.S. Secretary of State.
He arrived in India ahead of a Quad meeting with India, Australia, and Japan.
The Quad is an alliance focused on the Indo-Pacific region.
Rubio’s visit is the first official trip to India as Secretary of State.
U.S.-India relations were recently strained due to tariffs imposed under President Trump.
Rubio’s trip includes visits to several Indian cities: Kolkata, Agra, Jaipur, and New Delhi.
He will meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar.
The Quad talks will address concerns about China’s military activities in the South China Sea.
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A gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province, China, killed at least 82 people and trapped hundreds underground. Rescue efforts are ongoing, and officials are investigating the cause of the explosion.
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The explosion occurred on the evening of May 22, 2026, in the Liushenyu coal mine in Changzhi city, Shanxi province.
At least 82 people have died, and many workers remain trapped underground.
Initially, eight deaths and 38 trapped miners were reported, but the numbers increased as rescue continued.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered a full rescue effort and an investigation into the accident.
Those found responsible for the accident will be held accountable.
Shanxi province is China’s main coal mining region, producing almost a third of the country’s coal.
Last year, miners in Shanxi extracted about 1.3 billion tons of coal.
Shanxi’s area is larger than Greece, and it has a population of around 34 million people.
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