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Actor Pedro Pascal volunteered to take part in Bad Bunny’s 2026 Super Bowl halftime show and was surprised to be included in the performance. He joined other celebrities in Bad Bunny’s "La Casita" segment alongside stars like Cardi B, Jessica Alba, and Young Miko.
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Pedro Pascal wanted to help in any way for Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show, even as a volunteer.
After sending a playful selfie to Bad Bunny’s team, Pascal was invited to join the show.
Pascal did not know he would be part of the performance until he was pulled backstage.
He joined other stars, including Jessica Alba, Cardi B, Karol G, and Young Miko, in the "La Casita" part of the show.
The halftime show also featured Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin.
Jessica Alba described the experience as a historic moment filled with joy, pride, and representation for Puerto Rico and America.
The performance highlighted themes of dignity, inclusion, unity, representation, and love.
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President Donald Trump said he is very unlikely to extend the ceasefire with Iran if no peace deal is made by Wednesday evening Washington time. The ceasefire was first announced by President Trump as a temporary pause in conflict with Iran.
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President Trump spoke to Bloomberg on Monday about the Iran ceasefire.
He said the ceasefire ends on Wednesday evening, Washington time.
He said it is very unlikely he will extend the ceasefire beyond that time if no agreement is reached.
The ceasefire was announced earlier by President Trump to pause hostilities with Iran.
The discussion occurred during a phone interview with White House correspondent Jeff Mason.
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The Israeli military confirmed that one of its soldiers destroyed a statue of Jesus in a Christian village in southern Lebanon. The military said the soldier’s actions go against their values and that an investigation is underway. The incident caused reactions from Israeli leaders and sparked criticism from some US officials.
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A soldier from the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) broke a statue of Jesus with a sledgehammer in Debel, a Christian village near the Israel-Lebanon border.
The photo of the event went viral online and was confirmed as genuine by the Israeli military.
The IDF described the soldier’s behavior as not representing their values and started an investigation through the Northern Command.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar expressed shock and called the incident disgraceful.
The photo also caused outrage in the US, especially among right-wing and evangelical groups.
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee requested quick and serious consequences for the soldier involved.
The White House has not commented on the incident.
This event comes amid recent tensions between Israeli authorities and Christian leaders in the Middle East, including restrictions on Christian leaders entering holy sites and violence in southern Lebanon.
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A man shot and killed a Canadian woman and injured six others at the Teotihuacan pyramids in Mexico. The shooter then took his own life, and authorities are investigating the incident while providing help to the victims.
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The shooting took place at the Teotihuacan pyramids, a famous tourist site near Mexico City.
One Canadian woman died in the attack.
Six other people were injured and are receiving medical care.
The shooter killed himself after the attack.
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum said her government is closely monitoring the situation.
Mexican authorities are working with the Canadian embassy.
Officials from the Secretariat of the Interior and Culture went to the site to support the investigation and victims.
Teotihuacan was an important cultural and archaeological site from the pre-Hispanic era in Mesoamerica.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer admitted he made a mistake by appointing Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington but refused to resign. He said the Foreign Office ignored security officials’ advice against the appointment and did not inform him that Mandelson failed security clearance due to his links with Jeffrey Epstein.
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Starmer appointed Mandelson as ambassador to Washington in December 2024; Mandelson started in February 2025.
Security officials recommended against Mandelson’s appointment because of his known ties to Epstein.
The Foreign Office overruled the security advice and did not tell Starmer about Mandelson’s failed security vetting.
Mandelson was removed from the post after documents revealed his connections to Epstein.
The scandal has led to the resignation of top Foreign Office official Olly Robbins and Starmer’s former chief of staff Morgan McSweeney.
Critics say Starmer should resign, but he denies misleading Parliament and blames the Foreign Office for withholding information.
The issue has raised questions about Starmer’s judgment and comes shortly before local elections.
Epstein was a convicted sex offender who died in prison in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.
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A woman noticed some of her hair was cut while she was asleep and later saw her cat sitting nearby looking proud. She shared a video on TikTok revealing that her cat was the one cutting her hair during the night. Experts say cats sometimes chew or play with hair as part of natural grooming or stress-related behavior.
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The woman woke up to find small patches of her hair cut cleanly.
She caught her orange cat next to her hair in the morning.
She shared the video on TikTok, which got over 709,000 views.
TikTok users joked that the cat was giving her a haircut or "helping" her.
Cats may chew or play with human hair because it feels like grooming fur.
Such behavior can also be linked to stress or health issues in cats.
Experts explain this as instinct-driven behavior, not random damage.
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Police in London are investigating a series of planned arson attacks on Jewish targets and others, believed to be carried out by criminals paid by Iran. Authorities have arrested several suspects and are treating the case as a counter-terrorism matter due to the possible involvement of a foreign state.
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Police suspect the arson attacks were planned for weeks with surveillance of targets.
Attacks included synagogues, a Jewish charity, an Iranian dissident media company, and attempts on the Israeli embassy.
A group linked to Iran claimed responsibility and shared videos of the attacks online.
Two teenagers, aged 17 and 19, were arrested related to one synagogue attack.
At least 15 people have been arrested in connection with six attacks since 23 March.
The police counter-terrorism unit is leading the investigation.
British Jewish communities have been concerned about a rise in antisemitism since the conflict involving Israel and Gaza escalated in October 2023.
Authorities are closely examining the role of Iran and the online coordination of the attacks.
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An expert said President Donald Trump has put the U.S. in a difficult situation regarding the conflict with Iran. The expert noted that the war has weakened the U.S. and allowed Iran to show its power by closing the Strait of Hormuz.
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President Donald Trump is involved in the conflict with Iran in the Middle East.
An expert from Defense Priorities said the war has failed for the U.S.
The conflict has left the U.S. weaker compared to Iran.
Iran demonstrated its power by closing the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil shipments.
The U.S. sent a delegation to Pakistan to hold talks with Iran.
Iran has not yet decided if it will join new peace talks.
The expert believes military actions have not brought Iran to negotiate.
Ongoing fighting affects regional stability and economic factors, such as food security.
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The Prime Minister faced questions from Members of Parliament about the appointment of Lord Mandelson as the UK ambassador to the US after Mandelson failed security checks. The Prime Minister said he would not have approved the appointment if he had known about the security issues, and Sir Keir Starmer accused officials of hiding this information.
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Lord Mandelson was appointed as the UK ambassador to the US.
Mandelson initially failed the security vetting required for the role.
Officials in the Foreign Office did not disclose Mandelson’s security vetting failure.
The Prime Minister said he would not have approved the appointment if aware of the vetting failure.
MPs questioned the Prime Minister about the appointment during a parliamentary session.
Sir Keir Starmer criticized the Foreign Office for withholding the security information.
The situation coincided with unclear status of US-Iran ceasefire talks.
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Actors reenacted Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride through Boston and nearby towns to honor the American Revolution’s 250th anniversary. The modern ride took place during the day with a police escort, passing through neighborhoods where people watched and celebrated.
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The reenactment occurred in Boston’s North End and continued through Charlestown, Somerville, Medford, Arlington, and ended in Lexington.
Brig. Gen. Richard Reale Jr. of the National Lancers played Paul Revere, riding a horse and wearing Colonial-era clothing.
The ride commemorates Paul Revere’s original April 18, 1775, mission to warn leaders Samuel Adams and John Hancock about approaching British troops.
The real ride led to militias confronting British soldiers at the Battle of Lexington, an important early fight in the American Revolution.
The tradition of reenacting Revere’s ride has been kept for over 100 years by the Massachusetts Organized Militia.
Unlike the original event, the reenactment happened in daylight, had a police escort, and skipped details like Revere’s boat trip and brief detention by British soldiers.
Residents and visitors watched, applauded, and recorded the event on their phones.
The event marks 250 years since the United States was founded and highlights patriotism and historical memory.
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A joint report by the European Union and United Nations says Gaza needs more than $71 billion over the next 10 years for recovery after severe damage from the conflict with Israel. The report highlights widespread destruction to homes, hospitals, and schools, and calls for reconstruction to be led by Palestinians.
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Gaza faces $71 billion in total recovery needs over 10 years.
$26.3 billion is needed in the first 18 months to restore services and infrastructure.
About 372,000 housing units are destroyed or damaged.
Over half of Gaza’s hospitals are not working, and most schools are damaged or destroyed.
Gaza’s economy has shrunk by 84%, with 1.9 million people displaced and over 60% losing their homes.
The conflict has set back Gaza’s human development by 77 years.
Gaza’s Government Media Office reports 2,400 violations of the ceasefire by Israel, including killings and blockades.
The UN and EU say rebuilding should be led by Palestinians and support Palestinian Authority governance.
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Billie Eilish became emotional after Justin Bieber sang to her onstage at Coachella. The moment was shared on social media, showing Eilish crying and grateful for Bieber’s support and kindness.
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Justin Bieber sang his 2009 song "One Less Lonely Girl" to Billie Eilish at Coachella.
Eilish posted a selfie on Instagram saying she "can’t stop crying" after the performance.
Hailey Bieber encouraged Eilish to join Justin onstage.
Eilish’s mother called the event one of the most touching moments ever.
Bieber and Eilish first met at Coachella in 2019 and later worked together on a remix of “Bad Guy.”
Bieber has expressed that he wants to protect Eilish from the difficulties he faced as a young star.
Eilish has called Bieber a good friend who helps her handle fame.
The moment was shared on TikTok and Instagram, gaining attention from fans.
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Spain has started a new program allowing migrants who lived in the country for at least five months without a criminal record to apply for a one-year renewable residence permit. The program aims to legalize hundreds of thousands of migrants by the end of June, supporting their right to work and pay taxes.
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Spain launched a new amnesty program for migrants without legal status.
Migrants must have lived in Spain for at least five months and have a clean criminal record to qualify.
The residence permit lasts one year and can be renewed.
Applications began in person and online in June, with a deadline at the end of the month.
About 500,000 to 840,000 migrants may be eligible according to government and think tank estimates.
Over 370 post offices, 60 social security offices, and some migration offices accept applications.
Spain’s government says the program supports the economy by adding needed workers and taxpayers.
Previous amnesty programs have been granted in Spain multiple times between 1986 and 2005.
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A man named Jamie Varley and his partner John McGowan-Fazakerley were adopting a baby boy named Preston Davey. The baby was abused and hurt many times while living with them, and eventually died from injuries caused by smothering or choking. Both men are on trial for the baby's death and mistreatment.
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Jamie Varley, a secondary school teacher, and his partner were adopting a nine-month-old baby, Preston Davey.
Preston was with them for about four months before he was taken to the hospital in cardiac arrest and later died.
The cause of death was due to blocking of the airway, likely from smothering or an object in the mouth.
Prosecutors say Preston was regularly mistreated, sexually abused, and physically hurt during his time with the couple.
The baby had about 40 injuries, including bruises from slapping and head gripping.
Varley recorded videos and took photos of the abuse, including a video of Preston left unattended in a bath for 14 minutes.
Varley faces charges including murder, sexual assault, cruelty, and making illegal photos of a child.
McGowan-Fazakerley faces charges of allowing the child's death, child cruelty, and sexual assault.
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A small plane crashed into a parking lot in Pacoima, California, near several airports in the San Fernando Valley on Monday morning. The pilot was taken to a hospital, and high-voltage power lines were damaged. The cause of the crash is still unknown.
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The crash happened around 11:10 a.m. near Ralston Avenue and Van Nuys Boulevard.
The plane landed upside down in the parking lot of an O’Reilly Auto Parts store.
The pilot was a man and was taken to a local hospital; his injuries are not yet known.
High-voltage power lines were damaged during the crash.
The crash site is close to several airports that serve private and training flights, including Whiteman Airport, Van Nuys Airport, and Hollywood Burbank Airport.
Authorities are investigating the flight’s origin and destination because of the nearby airports.
Firefighters and police responders came to the scene quickly.
The cause of the crash has not been determined at this time.
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JD Vance is set to lead a US diplomatic delegation to Pakistan if Iran agrees to hold talks in Islamabad to discuss ending the conflict amid a ceasefire deadline. President Trump has extended the ceasefire for an extra day to allow negotiations, but tensions remain high as Iran demands an end to the US blockade and expresses mistrust toward US intentions.
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JD Vance will head the US delegation to Pakistan if Iran accepts talks in Islamabad.
The delegation includes Steve Witkoff, President Trump’s special envoy, and Jared Kushner, Trump’s son-in-law.
Iran’s president says there is deep mistrust of the US due to conflicting messages from American officials.
Iran seeks an end to the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
The current ceasefire between the US and Iran is extended to Wednesday evening Washington time.
Previous talks failed after Iran refused to stop nuclear enrichment and surrender uranium stockpiles.
Pakistan is preparing for talks with security lockdowns and suspending public transport in Islamabad.
The US military recently seized an Iranian-flagged ship trying to pass through the Hormuz blockade.
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A woman has been charged with attempted murder after a car struck pedestrians in central London early Sunday morning. Two people were seriously hurt, and a third person was slightly injured.
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The incident happened around 4:30 a.m. on Sunday in Argyll Street, Westminster, London.
A woman in her 30s is in life-threatening condition.
A man in his 50s has life-changing injuries.
Another woman in her 30s suffered minor injuries.
Gabrielle Carrington, 29, from Manchester, has been charged with attempted murder, serious bodily harm, actual bodily harm, and drink-driving.
She is in custody and appeared in court on Tuesday.
Police are asking witnesses to come forward with any information.
Investigators believe people near open venues may have seen something important.
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The European Union hosted a conference in Brussels aimed at promoting peace and stability for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. More than 60 countries participated, hoping to increase the EU’s role in Middle East peace efforts after recent political changes in Hungary.
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Over 60 nations attended a meeting in Brussels with Palestinian representatives.
The European Union is the largest aid provider to Palestinians and supports a two-state solution.
Most EU countries now recognize an independent Palestinian state.
Hungary’s new leader, Péter Magyar, may change Hungary’s stance towards Israel, including rejoining the International Criminal Court.
Hungary had previously blocked EU actions criticizing Israel under former leader Viktor Orbán.
The EU has no role in the recent Gaza ceasefire, which was negotiated outside its involvement.
Some EU leaders want to impose sanctions on violent Israeli settlers and reconsider trade agreements with Israel.
The two-state solution faces challenges due to ongoing violence and destruction in the region, but many still see it as the best hope for peace.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran still does not fully trust the U.S. government as the second round of peace talks is about to start in Islamabad, Pakistan. He emphasized that keeping promises is important for serious discussions.
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The second round of peace talks between Iran and the U.S. will begin soon in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian highlighted ongoing mistrust toward the U.S. government.
Pezeshkian said that honoring commitments is key for meaningful dialogue between the two countries.
The mistrust stems from deep historical issues between Iran and the U.S.
The talks aim to address tensions and improve relations between Iran and the U.S.
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