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Russia launched a large drone and missile attack on Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, killing one person and injuring 33. Ukraine’s Air Force said they intercepted many missiles and drones, but some hit civilian areas causing damage to buildings and infrastructure across several cities.
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The attack happened early on Thursday morning and targeted Kyiv mainly.
Ukraine’s Air Force shot down or jammed 693 targets, including 41 missiles and 652 drones.
Fifteen missiles and 23 drones hit 24 locations directly; debris fell on 18 more locations.
The attack used both ballistic and cruise missiles.
Residential buildings, including a multistory apartment, were damaged; some collapsed and people were rescued from rubble.
Other cities hit include Kremenchuk, Bila Tserkva, Kharkiv, Sumy, and Odesa.
The attack followed President Trump’s rare trip to China to meet with its leader Xi Jinping.
Kyiv’s water supply was disrupted in some areas due to the damage.
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In Paris, several dog-focused cafes and bakeries have opened to serve treats made especially for dogs. These places allow dogs and their owners to enjoy snacks together in pet-friendly settings.
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Paris has about 100,000 dogs living in the city.
Clara Zambuto opened a bakery called Casa del Doggo after adopting her Pomeranian, Hulk.
Dog treats are made without ingredients harmful to dogs, like chocolate, grapes, avocado, and onion.
Veterinarians advise giving dog treats in moderation and adjusting their regular meals or exercise accordingly.
Another cafe, called Le Bone Appart, was started by Rebecca Anhalt after she received a fine for letting her dog off-leash.
Paris offers over 40 off-leash areas for dogs, but some groups say these are not enough or not well placed.
Dogs and their needs were topics during Paris’s mayoral race, with candidates highlighting pet-friendly policies.
Dog cafes serve as social places where owners and their pets can bond and meet others.
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Paris has many new cafés and bakeries designed especially for dogs and their owners, allowing them to enjoy treats together. These dog-friendly places offer specially made snacks safe for dogs, and they are becoming popular as Paris has about 100,000 dogs and limited dog-friendly public spaces.
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Paris is home to around 100,000 dogs.
Dog-friendly cafés and bakeries have opened to serve both dogs and their owners.
Treats are made without harmful ingredients such as chocolate, avocado, grapes, and onion.
Owners want places where dogs can accompany them without getting bored or being scolded.
Moderation is advised for dog treats to avoid unhealthy weight gain.
Some cafés are also designed to create social spaces where owners and dogs can bond.
Paris offers more than 40 off-leash dog areas, but some groups say these spaces are not enough and not well distributed.
The topic of dogs was part of the recent Paris mayoral race discussions.
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Russia launched a large air attack on Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine using drones and missiles, killing one person and injuring dozens. The attacks happened after a short ceasefire ended, with Ukraine reporting hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles used in the strikes.
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Russia attacked Kyiv and several other Ukrainian regions with drones and ballistic missiles.
One person was killed and at least 31 others were wounded, including a child.
Kyiv's mayor said the city was under heavy attack with UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) and missiles.
Ukraine’s President Zelensky said over 670 drones and 56 missiles were launched in one night.
The strikes hit six districts in Kyiv and six more nearby.
Rescue workers searched rubble for survivors in damaged buildings.
The attacks resumed after Russia ended a three-day ceasefire on Tuesday.
Previous attacks included a large drone strike mainly targeting western Ukraine, killing six people.
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Nigel Farage supported a Christian preacher, Stephen Clayden, who said homosexuality is a sin and an "abomination" according to the Bible. Local authorities in Colchester sought a ban on Clayden's street preaching because of concerns about his loud volume and content, including his negative views on homosexuality.
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Nigel Farage shared a video supporting Stephen Clayden during a dispute with Colchester council.
The council applied for a ban due to complaints about the volume and the message of Clayden’s preaching.
Clayden’s sermons called homosexuality an “abomination” and warned of eternal punishment in hell.
Farage said he was “fully on your side” and offered help through the Free Speech Union.
Clayden’s church preached against homosexuality at local Pride events, using strong language from the Bible.
A Labour party spokesperson criticized Farage for supporting these views rather than condemning them.
Clayden said his statements were based on the Bible and defended Farage’s support as backing freedom of speech.
A religious freedom group said the church had preached openly for over six years without prior issues.
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British paratroopers, including medical staff, jumped onto Tristan da Cunha, a very remote island in the South Atlantic, to deliver urgent medical help. This mission was needed because a resident potentially infected with hantavirus required quick treatment and supplies were only reachable by air drop.
Key Facts
The parachute jump took place from 2,500 meters above the South Atlantic Ocean.
Tristan da Cunha is a British overseas territory with about 221 people living there.
The island is usually only accessible by a six-day boat trip from Cape Town or the Falklands.
A resident was suspected of having hantavirus after traveling on a cruise ship.
The British Army’s 16 Air Assault Brigade’s Pathfinders, along with a doctor and nurse, conducted the parachute mission.
The jump team flew first to Ascension Island before heading to Tristan da Cunha.
The parachute descent included about 2,000 feet through clouds before the island could be seen.
After landing, the team helped deliver oxygen and medical equipment to treat the patient for potentially weeks.
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Madonna, Shakira, and BTS will perform at the half-time show of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. The show will be curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin and marks the first-ever half-time show at a World Cup final, supporting FIFA’s Global Citizen Education Fund.
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The 2026 World Cup final half-time show will take place on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Performers include Madonna, Shakira, and BTS, with Chris Martin from Coldplay as the show curator.
This is the first half-time show at a FIFA World Cup final.
The event is part of the largest World Cup ever, featuring 48 teams and co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced the half-time show in March 2023 but did not name performers until now.
The show will support FIFA’s Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million for children worldwide.
Shakira released a new World Cup song called “Dai Dai,” produced with Nigerian artist Burna Boy.
Shakira has a long history with the World Cup, including her 2010 anthem “Waka Waka” and performances in 2006 and 2014.
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Philippine authorities are investigating reports that senator Ronald dela Rosa, wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC), left the Senate building where he had been staying to avoid arrest. The senator is accused of involvement in deadly anti-drug operations during former President Duterte’s time, and recent gunfire inside the Senate has raised security concerns.
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Senator Ronald dela Rosa is wanted by the ICC for his role in the Philippines’ “war on drugs.”
He had been staying inside the Senate to avoid arrest by Philippine authorities.
Security was increased after gunshots were fired inside the Senate building.
Officials are trying to confirm if dela Rosa left the Senate undetected before dawn.
The ICC accuses him of approving and supporting killings during anti-drug crackdowns.
No government forces were reported involved in the shooting incident inside the Senate.
A man was detained by police in connection with the Senate gunfire.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos suggested the incident might be aimed at causing unrest.
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Marshall Wylie, a farmer from County Tyrone, almost died from sepsis after a small cut on his arm in August 2023. The infection forced doctors to amputate parts of his legs and fingers to save his life. Now, he is helping raise awareness about sepsis among farmers.
Key Facts
Marshall cut his arm while moving wood but thought it was minor and treated it himself.
He developed sepsis, a serious infection that can cause organ failure and death.
Marshall was declared clinically dead but survived after emergency treatment.
Sepsis caused blackening of parts of his fingers, ears, lips, and lower legs.
Doctors had to amputate parts of his legs and fingers to save him.
Marshall had a near-death experience involving visions of his late mother and dogs.
He supports an awareness campaign launched by Northern Ireland agricultural health groups.
Over 30,000 people offered prayers and support online during his recovery.
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A woman in Liverpool nearly died after using an illegal weight loss injection she bought from someone she did not know well. These "skinny jabs," meant only for obese patients with a doctor’s prescription, are being sold on the black market and sometimes contain dangerous substances like windscreen wash.
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The woman, Chloe, was a size eight and had an eating disorder but was not obese.
She became seriously ill after one dose and spent 18 hours in intensive care.
Illegal weight loss injections called GLP-1s mimic a hormone that reduces appetite and cause significant weight loss.
In the UK, these drugs are only legally available to people with a BMI over 30 and a prescription.
Black market versions can contain harmful ingredients and lead to severe health risks.
People are buying illegal injections from beauticians and others because official treatments are expensive or hard to get.
A doctor warned that sharing injections risks serious infections, including HIV and hepatitis.
The NHS provides these drugs, but only to patients meeting strict health criteria.
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An investigation by Human Rights Watch found that the M23 rebel group and soldiers from Rwanda committed serious abuses, including killing civilians and raping women, during their occupation of Uvira city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo). The rebels captured Uvira in December but left in January after diplomatic pressure. Rwanda denies supporting the rebels, though several reports say otherwise.
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Human Rights Watch found evidence of 53 civilians executed in Uvira during the M23 occupation.
The victims included 46 men, 1 woman, and 6 children.
Residents reported seeing both M23 fighters and uniformed Rwandan soldiers committing violence.
The abuses included summary executions, rape, abductions, forced disappearances, and child targeting.
The M23 took control of Uvira in December, shortly after a peace deal was brokered by US President Donald Trump.
The M23 withdrew from Uvira in January following international diplomatic pressure.
Rwanda denies supporting the M23 or deploying soldiers in DR Congo, but UN experts say Rwanda controls M23 operations.
Human Rights Watch suspects the atrocities amount to war crimes due to their severity and scale.
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Alex Young, an engineer from Dorset, built his own prosthetic leg for swimming after having his lower leg amputated due to a serious bone infection. He tested his homemade swimming limb in the sea and plans to create other prostheses to compete in a triathlon and raise money for charity.
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Alex Young, 46, had his leg amputated below the knee in August 2025 due to osteomyelitis, a serious bone infection.
He previously built a running prosthetic leg from inexpensive online parts.
Young designed a swimming prosthesis with a paddle attached to the end of a metal rod to help him swim.
He tested the swimming leg for the first time in the sea at Knoll Beach on Studland.
Young hopes to build a cycling prosthesis to complete a triathlon.
He plans to run 5 km in July to raise money for Dorset County Hospital.
Young wants to stay active and inspire others who use prosthetics to lead active lives.
He has ideas for future charity challenges, including potentially climbing Mount Kilimanjaro.
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A new report shows Nigel Farage’s Clacton-on-Sea area in Essex has the worst access to trees in England, with 98.2% of people living in places with very few trees. This lack of trees can lead to more pollution, poorer health, and higher risks from heat and flooding. The study also found that many towns in the north of England have very low tree coverage, while southern areas like London have better access to trees.
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Clacton-on-Sea has the highest share of people (98.2%) living in “tree deserts” in England.
Tree deserts are places with very little access to trees, which affects health and comfort.
The north-east of England has many towns with poor tree access, including Hartlepool where 86.9% are affected.
Trees in cities help clean the air, cool temperatures, reduce floods, and improve mental and physical health.
Wealthier areas tend to have more trees, while poorer areas have fewer, raising concerns about fairness in tree access.
The Woodland Trust urges urban planners to include tree equity, meaning fair access to trees for everyone.
Tendring District Council says they have planted over 40,000 trees recently and are working to improve green spaces.
Tree equity measures not just how many trees exist, but whether tree cover meets the needs of the local environment and population.
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An expert has said that a famous painting thought to be a self-portrait of the English artist JMW Turner is probably painted by another artist, John Opie. The painting is part of the Tate collection and was featured on the £20 banknote launched in 2020.
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The painting was considered a self-portrait of Turner but may actually be by John Opie, a contemporary artist.
Dr. James Hamilton, an expert on Turner, made this claim after studying the painting’s style and history.
The portrait was included in the Turner Bequest, a collection of nearly 300 paintings and 30,000 sketches Turner left after his death in 1851.
There was confusion about the painting’s authorship because many works were gathered after a court case involving Turner’s family and the nation.
The painting was done around 1799 when Turner was 24 years old.
Stylistic details like light and shadow match Opie’s known works.
Opie painted many artists and may have given this portrait to Turner as a gift.
The Tate may not change the attribution officially due to legal rules about the Turner Bequest.
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At a recent London rally against antisemitism, some Jewish community leaders from the left felt uneasy as right-wing politicians received a warmer welcome. The event showed how political divides affect Jewish attitudes toward antisemitism, Israel, and broader issues of hate. Different groups in the Jewish community disagree on how to best confront antisemitism and whether to work in broader anti-racist movements.
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Rabbi Charley Baginsky, a leader of Progressive Judaism, faced boos while speaking at an anti-antisemitism rally in London.
Right-wing figures like Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice and Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch were warmly received at the same event.
Some liberal and left-wing British Jews feel isolated as right-wing politicians lead the effort against antisemitism and strongly support Israel.
Many on the Jewish left want to fight antisemitism by joining with other minorities and anti-racist groups.
Some Jews are suspicious of these groups, saying antisemitism is minimized or tolerated within them.
Jewish voting patterns show increased support for the Green Party compared to Reform UK in recent years.
The Jeremy Corbyn era weakened trust between British Jews and the Labour Party, pushing some Jews toward right-wing parties.
The Jewish Representative Council says right-wing allies like Suella Braverman and Nadhim Zahawi have gained trust by acting quickly against antisemitism and extremism.
Some in the Jewish community opposed inviting Nigel Farage to the rally due to past allegations of antisemitism against him.
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Early on Thursday, Russia launched drone and missile attacks on Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine. The strikes damaged several buildings, including one that partially collapsed, possibly trapping people inside.
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Russia attacked Kyiv using drones and missiles.
The attacks occurred early on Thursday.
Several buildings in Kyiv were damaged.
One building partially collapsed.
Residents may be trapped under the rubble.
The attacks targeted the Ukrainian capital.
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Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump are preparing for talks between the US and China. They plan to discuss important topics like the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, trade, technology, and Taiwan.
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President Donald Trump is visiting China for the first time since 2017.
The talks will cover issues including the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Trade relations between the US and China will be discussed.
Technology matters are on the agenda for the talks.
Taiwan, a sensitive topic in US-China relations, will be part of the discussions.
Both leaders expressed hope to improve relations between their countries.
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Cuba has completely run out of diesel and fuel oil, causing severe blackouts and affecting hospitals, schools, and tourism. The shortage is linked to a U.S.-led blockade that restricts Cuba’s oil supplies, while the U.S. offers $100 million in aid if Cuba makes political reforms.
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Cuba’s energy minister, Vicente de la O Levy, announced the country has no diesel or fuel oil left.
Limited amounts of gas are available from Cuba's own wells, but the energy system is in a critical state.
The U.S. has imposed a blockade that cuts off oil supplies to Cuba, leading to long blackouts in Havana.
Hospitals, schools, government offices, and tourism are all deeply affected by the energy crisis.
Cuba usually gets oil from Venezuela and Mexico, but their supplies have mostly stopped due to U.S. pressure.
The U.S. offered $100 million in humanitarian aid, but Cuba has not accepted it.
The U.S. has imposed additional sanctions on Cuban officials accused of human rights abuses.
Cuba’s government calls the U.S. sanctions illegal and abusive.
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Four Australians who were on a cruise ship with a hantavirus outbreak will fly home from the Netherlands wearing full protective gear. They will enter a strict quarantine in Western Australia for at least three weeks to prevent the virus spreading.
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The cruise ship involved is the MV Hondius, with a hantavirus outbreak confirmed.
Four Australian citizens, one permanent resident, and one New Zealand citizen will fly from the Netherlands to Perth.
All six passengers have tested negative for hantavirus and show no symptoms.
Passengers and crew on the flight will wear full personal protective equipment (PPE).
Upon arrival, passengers must quarantine at Bullsbrook facility for at least three weeks.
The Dutch authorities required the passengers to leave within 48 hours, making travel arrangements complex.
The MV Hondius is heading to Rotterdam, where it will be cleaned and the crew quarantined.
Hantavirus spreads mainly through contact with infected rodents, with human-to-human spread rare but possible.
Three people have died from the outbreak, and one critically ill person is being treated in France.
The World Health Organization says the risk to the public is currently low but advises caution.
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A British man named Ahmed al-Doush has been imprisoned in Saudi Arabia since 2024 for social media posts. His wife has asked Saudi Arabia’s crown prince to release him because his health is worsening and he has not been allowed proper contact with his family.
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Ahmed al-Doush, a British citizen born in Sudan, was arrested during a family holiday in Saudi Arabia while his wife was pregnant.
The UN found his detention arbitrary under international law and urged Saudi Arabia to release him and pay compensation.
Saudi Arabia sentenced al-Doush to five years in prison for social media posts and links to a critic of the Saudi government.
Al-Doush’s family has not received details of the trial or the judgment against him.
His health has declined sharply, and he has gone on several hunger strikes protesting the lack of contact with his family.
The UK government is supporting al-Doush and has raised his case with Saudi authorities.
Saudi Arabia says the trial and detention follow its laws and international law, despite UN criticism.
Al-Doush has four young children, the youngest is one year old, and his wife appeals for his return to care for their family.
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