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Russian President Vladimir Putin visited China to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping. They focused on talks about energy and security, reinforcing their close partnership during the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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Vladimir Putin visited China, which is Russia's key partner since the war in Ukraine started.
The main topics discussed were energy and security issues.
This visit happened less than a week after U.S. President Donald Trump met with President Xi Jinping.
Russia and China aim to build a new international order different from the current one.
Their trade relationship, especially in oil and gas, is a major focus during the talks.
This meeting highlights the strong ties between Russia and China despite global tensions.
The visit lasted two days and was meant to show their "unshakable" partnership.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) is checking if any vaccines or treatments can help stop a spreading Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The outbreak has caused over 130 deaths and more than 500 infections, and the WHO says it may last a long time.
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The Ebola outbreak is happening in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
At least 131 people have died, and over 500 are infected.
Ebola is a contagious disease causing severe bleeding (haemorrhagic fever).
The WHO has declared the outbreak an international health emergency.
The WHO is evaluating possible vaccines and treatments to control the outbreak.
The outbreak is expected to continue for an extended period.
Health efforts are increasing to try to limit the spread of the disease.
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Iran warned the United States not to restart attacks, saying it could lead to a wider war beyond the region. This comes after President Donald Trump suggested the US might launch another major strike on Tehran. Meanwhile, Iranian civilians are preparing for possible conflict as talks have not produced any clear agreements.
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Iran threatened to open new conflict areas if the US resumes attacks.
President Donald Trump mentioned the possibility of another “big hit” against Tehran.
The current ceasefire between Iran and the US is fragile and uncertain.
Negotiations to prevent further conflict have not yet resulted in decisions.
Iranian civilians are preparing for a potential escalation in fighting.
The warning implies a risk of war expanding beyond Iran’s region.
This situation is part of ongoing tensions between the US and Iran.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) reports 600 suspected cases and 139 suspected deaths from Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) and Uganda, with numbers expected to increase. The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo type of Ebola, which has no approved vaccine or specific treatment, and is mainly affecting eastern DR Congo and parts of Uganda.
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There are 600 suspected Ebola cases and 139 suspected deaths reported by WHO.
51 cases have been confirmed in DR Congo, mainly in Ituri and North Kivu provinces.
Two cases confirmed in Uganda’s capital, Kampala, both linked to travel from DR Congo.
The Ebola outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo strain, which has appeared only twice before.
Bundibugyo Ebola lacks an approved vaccine and targeted drugs, complicating treatment.
The outbreak started around April, with the first patient a nurse who died in Bunia, DR Congo.
WHO declared a public health emergency but did not label it a pandemic.
Eastern DR Congo’s ongoing conflict makes managing the outbreak more difficult.
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President Xi Jinping welcomed President Vladimir Putin to Beijing for a two-day meeting. They talked about stopping fighting in the Middle East to keep energy supplies stable and discussed the "Power of Siberia 2" gas pipeline project, but did not finalize any deal.
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The meeting took place in Beijing and lasted two days.
President Xi emphasized the importance of ending conflicts in the Middle East.
Both leaders focused on energy issues during their talks.
They discussed the "Power of Siberia 2," a proposed natural gas pipeline from Russia to China.
No final agreement was reached on the pipeline during the summit.
The summit aimed to strengthen relations between China and Russia.
The energy supply situation in the Middle East was a key topic because conflicts there affect global energy markets.
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A suspected drug trafficker survived a recent plane crash near Florida. He was found with $30,000 in a bag linked to a high-ranking Bahamian politician, prompting calls for an investigation into alleged drug smuggling involving government officials.
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The suspect was deported to the Bahamas over 10 years ago after drug and money laundering convictions.
He is accused of trafficking cocaine from the Bahamas to the U.S.
Court papers say he met a Bahamian politician in October 2024 to discuss a large cocaine shipment.
The alleged politician may have promised protection for the cocaine shipment.
The Bahamas’ police commissioner resigned in December 2024 amid corruption scandals connected to drug trafficking.
U.S. officials say drug networks operate in the Bahamas with help from corrupt local officials.
The Bahamian government says it will investigate and cooperate with U.S. authorities.
The plane crash involved 11 survivors, including the suspect, and the pilot reported losing all communication and navigation before the crash.
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Lithuanian leaders and parliament members took shelter during a drone air alert in Vilnius, causing flights and travel to stop temporarily. The alert followed recent drone incidents over the Baltic states, involving drones suspected to be from Ukraine and interference blamed on Russia.
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Lithuania's president and prime minister went to emergency shelters during a drone air alert.
The alert stopped flights and paused road and rail travel in the capital city, Vilnius.
It is unclear who sent the drone that triggered the alert.
NATO jets were deployed but could not find the drone over Lithuania.
Estonia shot down a suspected Ukrainian drone, believed to have been redirected by Russian electronic interference.
Ukraine apologized for drones accidentally entering Baltic airspace and blamed Russia for redirecting its drones.
Latvia’s Prime Minister resigned after a political crisis related to drones entering Latvian territory.
Russia accused the Baltic states of allowing Ukraine to use their airspace to strike Russia, which the Baltic countries deny.
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Multiple fast-moving wildfires are burning across many counties in California, forcing thousands of people to evacuate quickly. Fire crews are working hard to contain the fires, but conditions are changing rapidly, and smoke is spreading, creating health risks and travel problems.
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Thirteen wildfires have been reported across several California counties; two of these fires are now fully contained.
Counties affected include Santa Barbara, Kern, Ventura, Riverside, San Diego, Merced, Imperial, Los Angeles, and Siskiyou.
Evacuation orders have been given to residents in several areas due to immediate life threats from the fires.
Shelters have been set up in affected counties to assist evacuees.
People under evacuation orders are advised to leave immediately and bring essentials like ID, medications, masks for smoke, and pet supplies.
Fire containment levels vary; for example, the Santa Rosa Island Fire is 26% contained, and the River Fire near Bakersfield is 15% contained.
Some fires are difficult for crews to access due to remote locations and wind-driven fire behavior.
Authorities emphasize following road closures and safety instructions closely during evacuation.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will help with security during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Officials plan to focus on stopping fake goods and human trafficking as large crowds gather for the event.
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ICE will play a role in security during the 2026 World Cup.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin spoke about the risks of counterfeit products and human trafficking at big events.
ICE’s investigative branch, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), will work daily during the tournament.
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will also assist in tackling illegal activities.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) oversees ICE, HSI, and CBP.
The announcement came as ticket sales for the tournament are lower than expected.
Large events like the World Cup can attract various criminal activities.
Details may be updated as the event approaches.
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Russia’s war in Ukraine has harmed wildlife, especially birds. An owl named Sunny was injured by drone attacks and is now being cared for by a volunteer while other birds and their habitats are also suffering due to the conflict.
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In February, Russian kamikaze drones attacked the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, causing damage and deaths.
A long-eared owl named Sunny was blinded in one eye and had his wing broken by the attack; his wing was later amputated.
Sunny is currently recovering with a volunteer biologist, Veronica Konkova, who rescues injured birds.
Thousands of birds are trapped in nets and cables set up near the frontlines to stop enemy drones, causing death or injury.
Russian attacks have damaged nature reserves and breeding grounds along the Dnipro River.
The destruction of the Kakhovka dam caused severe flooding and lowered water levels, reducing birds’ feeding areas.
Due to the war and habitat loss, many bird species have disappeared from important wildlife areas.
Some birds, like white storks, are changing behavior by nesting in new places like landfills because their natural food sources are gone.
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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps warned that if the U.S. or Israel attack Iran again, the conflict could spread beyond the Middle East with strong retaliation. President Donald Trump said he was close to ordering new strikes on Iran but held back after allies expressed hope for peace talks.
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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard threatens to expand war beyond the region if attacked again by the U.S. or Israel.
The Guard said it has not yet used all of its military capabilities.
President Trump was "an hour away" from launching new strikes on Iran but stopped after allies requested patience.
China’s President Xi Jinping urged for an urgent ceasefire during a summit with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.
A South Korean oil tanker recently passed the Strait of Hormuz with Iran’s approval, the first since the Iran war began.
A South Korean ship was hit by unknown aircraft near the Strait of Hormuz in early May; Iran denied involvement.
South Korea condemned the attack and called for an investigation to find those responsible.
The Iran war is now in its 82nd day, with growing tensions and efforts toward peace talks ongoing.
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The UK government has eased sanctions to allow imports of Russian jet fuel and diesel refined in other countries due to rising fuel prices linked to the Iran war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This new permission is open-ended but will be reviewed regularly, and it follows a US decision to extend a similar waiver on Russian oil.
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The UK now allows imports of Russian jet fuel and diesel refined in countries like India and Turkiye.
This trade licence started Wednesday and has no fixed end date but will be checked periodically.
The UK also gave a temporary licence for some Russian liquefied natural gas imports.
Previous UK sanctions targeted thousands of Russian individuals, companies, and oil exports after Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.
The US extended a waiver allowing Russian oil shipments already on the sea to enter its markets, citing disruptions from the Iran conflict.
The European Union and some officials criticized the easing of sanctions, saying it reduces pressure on Russia.
The UK government said the changes are limited in time and specific to this situation.
Opposition Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticized the UK government for relaxing sanctions after supporting Ukraine for 18 months.
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The Philippine Supreme Court ruled against blocking the arrest of Senator Ronald dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for crimes related to the country’s drug war. The ruling allows Philippine authorities to proceed with his arrest while other legal questions remain unresolved.
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Senator Ronald dela Rosa is wanted by the ICC for crimes against humanity linked to the Philippines’ “war on drugs” from 2016 to 2022.
The ICC is based in The Hague and investigates serious international crimes such as crimes against humanity.
The Philippine Supreme Court denied a petition that tried to stop the arrest of dela Rosa based on the ICC’s warrant.
Dela Rosa has denied involvement in illegal killings during the drug crackdown.
He stayed hidden for six months before coming out last week and taking refuge in the Senate, then fled after a shooting between government agents and Senate security.
The Philippine government will follow the Supreme Court ruling but leaves enforcement details to the Department of Justice.
The ICC estimates that 12,000 to 30,000 people died during the drug war, which was led by then-President Rodrigo Duterte and enforced by dela Rosa when he was police chief.
Rodrigo Duterte is also accused by the ICC, has been in ICC custody since March 2025, and denies wrongdoing.
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A new report from UK experts says individuals are at least 80% responsible for their health problems in old age, suggesting people can control how long and well they live. Some experts agree but warn this view overlooks how poverty, pollution, and government policies also influence health.
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The report claims personal choices cause 80% of ill health in older age.
It was presented at the Smart Ageing Summit in Oxford.
The study was created by UK experts in medicine, ageing, and policy.
Some experts say this idea is too simple and ignores social and economic factors.
The authors want the government to regulate alcohol like it does smoking.
Critics argue that health is affected by factors like poverty and access to care.
The report cites research showing lifestyle and environment strongly affect lifespan.
The lead author believes the idea gives people hope because they can take control of their health.
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A group of UK Members of Parliament (MPs) has asked Channel 4 for explanations after serious allegations emerged about the reality show Married at First Sight UK. Some participants have claimed they were raped or forced into unwanted sex acts by their on-screen partners. The MPs are also questioning the TV regulator Ofcom about its role in addressing these issues.
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Two women said they were raped by their husbands on the show, and a third claimed non-consensual sex.
The House of Commons Culture, Media and Sport Committee sent letters to Channel 4 and Ofcom asking about their responses.
The MPs want to know how Channel 4 handles complaints and protects participants in reality TV.
Channel 4 started an outside review of participant welfare after the allegations.
Channel 4’s chief executive said the broadcaster acted quickly and carefully with participant safety in mind.
The production company for the show claims its welfare system is top quality and handled cases properly.
Married at First Sight UK is a show where strangers marry in staged ceremonies and live together while being filmed.
Ofcom is asked about its powers to investigate and whether it will start its own inquiry into these allegations.
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The United States and Israel planned to replace Iran’s government with former hardline President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad during a war on Iran. The plan failed after an Israeli strike meant to free Ahmadinejad from house arrest wounded him, and he later stopped cooperating and disappeared.
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The US and Israel aimed to install Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as Iran’s leader during a conflict.
Ahmadinejad was under house arrest and closely watched by Iranian authorities.
An Israeli strike targeted Ahmadinejad’s home to free him but wounded him instead.
Ahmadinejad survived but stopped working with the US and Israel after the attack.
He previously served as Iran’s president from 2005 to 2013 and held strong anti-US and anti-Israel views.
Ahmadinejad praised President Donald Trump in 2019 and suggested better relations between Iran and the US.
The US hoped to replicate a successful raid on Venezuela’s leader to remove Iran’s leadership.
Ahmadinejad had conflicts with Iran’s current regime and was barred from elections and restricted in movement.
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Iran warned the U.S. that it has many surprises ready if American attacks start again, even as talks for a peace deal continue. President Donald Trump delayed planned strikes after regional leaders and mediators worked toward ending the conflict, but both sides remain ready for possible renewed fighting.
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Iran threatened more actions if the U.S. resumes military strikes.
President Trump paused a planned attack after leaders from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE persuaded him to consider peace.
Pakistan is helping mediate talks and recently passed a new peace proposal to U.S. negotiators.
A fragile ceasefire has been in place since early April but has seen brief military exchanges.
Iran controls the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil shipping route, and has limited ships passing through.
The U.S. continues to enforce a blockade on Iranian ports, turning away ships.
Iran’s peace proposal includes allowing it to enrich uranium and the U.S. lifting its blockade.
President Trump said Iran is eager for a deal but that current written terms differ from what was discussed.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) says the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda poses a high risk within those countries and nearby areas but a low risk of spreading worldwide. So far, 51 cases have been confirmed in Congo and 2 in Uganda, with many more suspected cases being investigated.
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WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus spoke about the Ebola outbreak on Wednesday.
There are 51 confirmed Ebola cases in northern Congo, mainly in Ituri and North Kivu provinces.
Uganda has reported 2 confirmed Ebola cases in its capital, Kampala.
Nearly 600 suspected Ebola cases are being monitored, with 139 more suspected cases also noted.
WHO believes the actual number of cases may be higher than confirmed numbers.
The risk of Ebola spreading globally is low, but the risk remains high within affected countries and their regions.
Health officials expect the number of Ebola cases to increase.
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The article explores the work of celebrity body doubles. It shows how these doubles stand in for famous people during movies, TV shows, and public events.
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Celebrity body doubles are people who look like celebrities.
They help in scenes where the real celebrity cannot or should not appear.
Doubles can be used in movies, TV, or public appearances.
Their job requires matching the celebrity’s movements and style.
This helps keep the celebrity safe and private.
Sometimes doubles perform stunts or risky actions.
The article includes a report by ABC News’ Hanna Battah.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) says the risk of Ebola spreading globally is low, but the danger is high within affected countries and nearby regions. The outbreak involves a rare Ebola strain in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, with dozens of confirmed and hundreds of suspected cases.
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WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus reported 51 confirmed Ebola cases in Congo’s Ituri and North Kivu provinces.
Uganda has confirmed 2 cases in its capital, Kampala.
There are almost 600 suspected cases and 139 suspected deaths linked to the outbreak.
The Ebola strain involved is the rare Bundibugyo type, for which no approved vaccines or medicines currently exist.
The outbreak was detected late because initial tests checked for a more common Ebola type and came back negative.
WHO declared the situation a public health emergency of international concern but not a pandemic.
Congo is expecting experimental vaccines for other Ebola types from the US and UK, but these take time to test and use.
Ebola spreads through contact with body fluids and causes severe symptoms, often leading to death.
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