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A lorry driver named Jakub Konkel was caught hiding 90 kilograms of cocaine worth £7.2 million in a shipment of Kim Kardashian's Skims clothing. He was sentenced to 13 and a half years in prison after being stopped by border officers at Harwich Port in the UK.
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Jakub Konkel collected the drugs in Belgium and transported them through the Netherlands to the UK.
The cocaine was hidden inside the rear doors of the truck carrying 28 pallets of Skims underwear and clothing.
Konkel was paid about £3,918 to move the drugs.
Officers became suspicious of his driving and used an X-ray scan to find the hidden cocaine.
A mobile phone linked to the drug supply was found in the truck and had an automatic wipe feature.
Konkel admitted guilt and was sentenced at Chelmsford Crown Court.
After serving his sentence, he will be deported from the UK.
The truck, mobile phone, and drugs will be destroyed following the court order.
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A British photographer living in Kyiv, Mark Neville, said he does not believe the war in Ukraine will end soon. He takes photos to show the real experiences of Ukrainians fighting against Russia and thinks it is better to focus on each day as it comes.
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Mark Neville is a British photographer based in Kyiv, Ukraine.
He documents the everyday lives of Ukrainian people during the war.
Neville does not expect the conflict to end in the near future.
Recent news shows Ukrainians are finding new ways to fight back against Russia.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is under pressure, but that does not mean the war will end soon.
Neville's perspective was shared in an interview with FRANCE 24.
The article mentions ongoing military actions, including Russian drone attacks on ships near Ukraine.
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K-pop group Ateez will headline the BST Hyde Park music festival in London on June 28, joining artists like Pitbull, Lewis Capaldi, and Maroon 5. Ateez is the third K-pop group to headline this festival, following Blackpink and Stray Kids, and they have achieved significant success with multiple top 10 UK albums and major awards.
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Ateez is an eight-member South Korean boy band formed in 2018.
They will perform as headliners at BST Hyde Park on Sunday, June 28.
Other headliners include Pitbull, Lewis Capaldi, Maroon 5, Garth Brooks, Mumford & Sons, and Duran Duran.
Ateez is the third K-pop act to top the BST Hyde Park bill, after Blackpink (2023) and Stray Kids (2024).
The group has completed five world tours across the US, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Ateez made UK chart history with four consecutive top 10 albums and three top 10 albums in one year.
Ateez won the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Award for K-pop artist of the year.
Pitbull will attempt a world record at the festival for the largest gathering of people wearing bald caps.
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Iran has created a new organization to oversee the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil shipments. This move comes during stalled peace talks with the United States and ongoing tensions related to this important shipping route.
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Iran announced the formation of a new body aimed at controlling the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial passage for the global oil trade.
Peace talks between Iran and the United States are currently deadlocked.
The announcement relates to a stand-off over security and control of this shipping route.
The situation is part of ongoing tensions between Iran and the U.S.
The news story is developing, and further updates are expected.
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The article uses the metaphor of a wounded bear to describe Russia, suggesting that a country facing serious problems and feeling trapped can act more aggressively and unpredictably.
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The article compares Russia to a wounded bear.
It suggests that a wounded bear is dangerous.
A bear that feels it has no way out is even more dangerous.
This metaphor implies that Russia might behave more dangerously if it feels cornered or desperate.
The focus is on the risks posed by a struggling or declining Russia.
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Four Italian divers died while exploring a deep underwater cave in the Maldives, and rescuers found their bodies after a difficult search. A Maldivian military diver died during rescue efforts, and experts from Finland joined the search team to help plan new strategies.
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The four Italian divers were found inside a cave at about 160 feet deep, which is deeper than the Maldives' usual diving limit of 98 feet.
One diver’s body, the instructor Gianluca Benedetti, was found near the cave entrance before the four others were located.
The dive was not part of an official scientific mission, although some divers were scientists studying marine life and climate change.
A Maldivian military diver died from decompression sickness while trying to rescue the Italians.
Finnish expert divers joined the rescue team to help improve search plans.
Difficult weather conditions slowed the search efforts.
The Italian tour operator said it did not know about or approve the deep dive beyond legal limits.
Investigation into the cause of the divers’ deaths is still ongoing.
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President Donald Trump expressed urgency for Iran to make progress on a peace deal, warning time is running out. He plans to meet with his national security team to discuss next steps and has talked with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid concerns about possible renewed conflict with Iran.
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President Trump said on social media that Iran must act quickly to secure a peace deal or risk severe consequences.
Trump will meet with his national security team soon to discuss the situation with Iran.
He spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu before a security meeting focused on Iran, Lebanon, and Gaza.
Israel fears fighting with Iran could resume if no compromise is reached.
The United Arab Emirates blamed a recent fire near its nuclear plant on a drone linked to Iran or its allies, calling it a dangerous escalation.
In domestic politics, Trump criticized Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie, who opposes Trump’s agenda and faces a tough primary battle.
Workers renovating the Washington DC reflecting pool ordered by Trump are working quickly to finish before July 4, raising union safety concerns.
ICE arrested Christian Cerna for allegedly punching an officer during a protest; his arrest was filmed and shared publicly by ICE.
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Ukraine launched drone attacks inside Russia, hitting military and fuel sites near Moscow and other regions. The strikes aimed to respond to Russian attacks on Kyiv and to pressure Russia’s leadership as Ukraine gains ground in the conflict.
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Ukrainian drones targeted at least 14 Russian regions, Crimea, and nearby seas.
At least four people were killed in the drone strikes inside Russia.
Targets included military industrial sites, oil refineries, and fuel infrastructure near Moscow.
The Ukrainian government used different types of drones, including RS-1, FP-1, and BARS-SM models.
Ukraine’s President Zelensky said the attacks were a justified response to Russian strikes on Kyiv.
Russian officials confirmed the attacks but said some facilities continued operating normally.
Damage from drone wreckage affected residential areas and caused fires, including near an international airport.
Moscow and Russian military bloggers showed concern about the ability to defend against these strikes.
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Iran says it has the right to enrich nuclear material and will not give up this right. The country is still talking with the United States, with Pakistan helping as a middleman.
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Iran believes nuclear enrichment is a right it already has.
The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman is Esmaeil Baghaei.
Talks between Iran and the United States are ongoing.
Pakistan is acting as a mediator in these discussions.
Iran insists its nuclear activities are not open for negotiation.
The issue focuses on Iran’s ability to produce enriched nuclear material.
These talks are part of wider diplomatic efforts regarding Iran’s nuclear program.
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The bodies of four missing Italian divers who died in a scuba diving accident in the Maldives were found inside a deep underwater cave. A fifth Italian diver’s body had been found earlier, and a Maldivian rescue diver also died while searching for them.
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Five Italian divers went missing during a scuba diving accident in the Maldives last week.
Four of the bodies were found inside a 60-meter-deep underwater cave in Vaavu Atoll by Finnish and Maldivian rescue teams.
The fifth Italian diver’s body had already been located after the accident on Thursday.
The Italian divers included university researchers and a diving instructor.
A Maldivian rescue diver died during the search for the missing Italians.
Eight rescue divers were involved in the search when the Maldivian diver went missing and was later found unconscious.
The accident is considered the worst diving tragedy in the Maldives.
Further dives are planned to recover all the bodies.
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At least 10 people, including a child, were killed in a shooting attack by gunmen in Tehuitzingo, Puebla, Mexico. The victims included six family members and four workers, and authorities are investigating the incident amid rising cartel violence in the area.
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The attack happened early Sunday in Tehuitzingo, in Puebla state, Mexico.
Ten people died: six men, three women, and one child.
Six victims belonged to the same family; the other four were workers.
Nine died at the scene, and one woman died en route to the hospital.
Soldiers, National Guard, and police responded to the shooting.
The motive and suspects remain unknown.
Puebla has seen recent violent events and cartel-related crimes.
Central Mexico has seen increased cartel violence forcing many families to flee their homes.
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Ukraine launched a large drone attack on Russia, hitting targets far from the border, which experts say could change the course of the war. Reports show Russia suffered territorial losses and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said their long-range capabilities are improving.
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Ukraine carried out its largest drone attack on Moscow since the war began in 2022.
Ukrainian forces can now strike targets up to 500 kilometers inside Russia.
Russia experienced its first net loss in territory since October 2023.
Some experts believe Ukraine's strengthened capabilities mark a turning point in the conflict.
Russian President Vladimir Putin may be pressured to consider peace talks.
The information comes from multiple news sources including The Washington Post, Time Magazine, and The Economist.
The attack reflects a shift in Ukraine’s military strategy towards longer-range strikes.
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A court in Madrid ruled that Spain’s tax authority wrongly fined singer Shakira for unpaid taxes in 2011 and ordered them to pay her back over €55 million. The court found that Shakira did not live in Spain long enough that year to owe personal income tax there.
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The Spanish court accepted Shakira’s appeal against a tax fine from 2018.
The tax agency claimed Shakira had not paid taxes in Spain for the year 2011.
The court found she stayed only 163 days in Spain in 2011, below the 183-day threshold for tax residency.
Because of this, the court said she did not have to pay personal income tax in Spain for that year.
The court ordered the tax agency to return the fines, plus interest and legal costs.
The ruling only applies to the 2011 tax case and can be appealed in the supreme court.
Shakira previously settled a separate tax case for 2012-2014 by paying fines and admitting guilt.
Shakira said the court’s decision proves she did not commit fraud in 2011.
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Nicholas Tartaglione, a retired police officer and convicted murderer, was Jeffrey Epstein’s cellmate in 2019. Epstein left a note found by Tartaglione shortly before Epstein’s death, which was later made public. Tartaglione was convicted of killing four men in 2016 and sentenced to life in prison.
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Nicholas Tartaglione was a retired cop turned drug dealer.
In 2016, Tartaglione killed four men at a bar in Chester, New York, and buried them in a mass grave.
He was arrested, pleaded not guilty, but was convicted in 2023 and sentenced to four life terms.
Tartaglione and Jeffrey Epstein were cellmates at the Manhattan Metropolitan Correctional Center in 2019.
Epstein was found injured in July 2019; Tartaglione initially said he attacked Epstein but later retracted the claim.
Tartaglione found a note Epstein left hidden in a graphic novel during their time as cellmates.
The note expressed Epstein’s feelings about his situation and was released during legal disputes in Tartaglione’s murder trial.
prosecutors dropped the death penalty against Tartaglione before his trial.
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The article discusses how, since the October 7 attack in Israel, many unusual and shocking claims about Israel have appeared in Western news. The author expresses surprise at the spread of these stories.
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The article refers to an attack on Israelis that happened on October 7, three years ago.
Since that event, some news reports in the West have made claims about Israel.
The article highlights that these claims seem very strange or unbelievable.
The focus is on how these stories have been published in Western media.
The article does not provide details about the specific claims mentioned.
It implies a critical view of how Israel is covered in some Western news outlets.
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Two American men were arrested in Japan after one climbed into a monkey enclosure at Ichikawa City Zoo, where a baby monkey named Punch has become famous online. The men were quickly caught and face charges of obstructing zoo business, which they deny.
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The incident happened at Ichikawa City Zoo near Tokyo.
Reid Jahnai Dayson, 24, climbed over a fence into the monkey area.
Neal Jabahri Duan, 27, filmed Dayson during the stunt.
The men were wearing costumes that scared the monkeys but did not get close to them.
They were arrested and did not have ID with them; they initially gave false names.
They are charged with forcible obstruction of business.
Punch, the baby macaque, became an internet sensation after photos of him with a plush toy were shared.
The zoo has seen many more visitors due to Punch’s popularity.
Japan has seen other incidents with foreign visitors breaking rules, leading to arrests.
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Cuba’s foreign minister said the US is falsely accusing Cuba to justify possible military action, following reports that Cuba has attack drones and may target US locations. Cuba faces a fuel crisis worsened by US sanctions and denies any intention of war but says it is preparing to defend itself.
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Cuba’s foreign minister, Bruno Rodríguez, called US accusations a “fraudulent case” for military intervention.
A US news report said Cuba has about 300 drones and may use them to target US sites like Guantanamo Bay and Key West, Florida.
Cuba is undergoing a fuel shortage worsened by a US-led oil blockade and sanctions.
US President Donald Trump threatened Cuba with military action like that against Venezuela’s leader Nicolás Maduro.
The US intelligence report suggested Iranian military advisers are present in Cuba.
Cuba denies wanting war but is preparing to defend itself from outside attacks.
There have been public protests in Cuba due to blackouts, food and medicine shortages, and declining services.
The US has increased surveillance flights over Cuba and plans to build up military forces in the region.
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Russian drones struck two civilian ships near ports in Ukraine’s Odesa region, including a Chinese-owned cargo ship, one day before Russian President Putin’s visit to China. The Chinese vessel was damaged but continued its journey without injuries to the crew.
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Russian drones hit two civilian ships near Ukrainian ports in the Odesa region.
One ship was Chinese-owned and flew the Marshall Islands flag.
The Chinese crew was unharmed, and the ship continued on its route.
The attacked Chinese ship was heading to load iron ore concentrate.
Russia has frequently targeted civilian ships in Odesa since invading Ukraine in 2022.
The attacks occurred just before President Putin’s two-day visit to Beijing to meet President Xi Jinping.
Ukraine reported that Russia launched over 500 drones and 22 missiles during overnight attacks.
China calls for peace talks in Ukraine but has not condemned Russia’s invasion.
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Israeli forces started stopping boats from the Global Sumud Flotilla near Cyprus. The flotilla, with over 50 boats, left Turkey last week aiming to bring aid to Gaza and challenge Israel’s blockade.
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Israeli forces intercepted boats from the Global Sumud Flotilla near Cyprus.
Several vessels were boarded by Israeli soldiers.
The flotilla has more than 50 boats.
All boats left from Turkey last week.
The flotilla’s goal is to break Israel’s blockade on Gaza.
The blockade restricts goods and aid entering the Gaza Strip.
Organizers of the flotilla are trying to deliver aid to Gaza.
The event is part of ongoing tensions around access to Gaza.
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Armed men on a Libyan coastguard boat fired shots at a German rescue ship carrying migrants in international waters off Libya. The rescue crew and migrants feared for their lives as the Libyan coastguard tried to force the rescue ship to return to Libya.
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Shots were fired on May 11 at 11 a.m. by Libyan coastguard gunmen near Libya’s coast.
The German-flagged rescue ship Sea-Watch 5 had about 30 crew members from several countries and 90 rescued migrants on board.
The attackers fired 10 to 15 shots without warning and tried to seize the rescue ship to take it back to Libya.
The only Arabic speaker on board, lawyer Yasmin Ibrahim Elzanaty, tried to negotiate with the attackers, but they threatened to board the ship.
This attack is part of ongoing violence by Libyan coastguards against NGO rescue ships in the Mediterranean.
Several Libyan coastguard boats used in such incidents were donated by Italy through a European Union program.
The EU said it will continue supporting Libya despite the attack, saying their cooperation has prevented further violence.
Italian authorities opened an investigation into the Sea-Watch 5 captain for allegedly aiding illegal migration, which the NGO called an attempt to block rescue efforts.
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