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Iran is holding funeral ceremonies for the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed early in the Iran war. His son, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, the new supreme leader, has not appeared at the events so far. Millions of people are expected to attend the memorial services.
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's previous supreme leader, has died.
He was killed in the early part of the Iran war.
Funeral ceremonies started on Friday.
Millions of mourners are expected at the events.
Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, his son and new supreme leader, has not been seen at the funeral ceremonies yet.
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Yemen is facing a serious shortage of doctors and health workers because many have left the country for better jobs. This has made it very hard for people like Ahmed Nagi and Taha Nabil to get the medical care they need, especially for complex conditions.
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Yemen has lost many of its skilled health workers due to ongoing war and poor conditions.
About 18% of districts in Yemen have no doctors at all, according to the World Health Organization.
Yemen has only 0.1 doctors per 1,000 people, much lower than the regional average of 1.1.
Many Yemenis who can afford healthcare travel abroad to countries like Egypt, Jordan, and India.
People without money have to use local hospitals, which often lack specialists or proper treatment.
Ahmed Nagi cannot afford liver treatment after becoming seriously ill and lost his job as a porter.
Taha Nabil lost sight in one eye after eye surgery and struggles to find a qualified doctor to help him.
The brain drain from Yemen’s health sector has left millions without adequate medical care.
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The Malian army reported that rebels attacked several towns in northern Mali, including Gao and Sévaré. The Azawad Liberation Front, a rebel group, said they launched a new attack aiming to take control of the town of Anefis.
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Rebel attacks targeted multiple northern towns in Mali.
Gao and Sévaré were specifically mentioned as attacked by rebels.
The Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) is the rebel group involved.
FLA announced an offensive to capture Anefis, a northern town.
The conflict concerns separatist fighters in Mali’s north.
The Malian army is responding to ongoing rebel activity.
The situation is part of a broader conflict in northern Mali involving rebel groups.
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Iran held a funeral in Tehran for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with hundreds of thousands attending. A global affairs journalist noted that most people at the funeral were from hardline groups and did not represent the views of all Iranians.
Key Facts
The funeral took place in Tehran, Iran.
It was held for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's late Supreme Leader.
Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered to attend.
The funeral will last several days.
According to journalist Tara Kangarlou, most attendees were from more strict and serious political groups.
The crowd did not reflect the feelings of the entire Iranian population.
This event is significant in Iran’s political and social life.
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Prince Harry will travel to London without his wife, Meghan, and their two children because they will not receive police security paid by taxpayers. Meghan and the children might join Harry later when he moves from London to the Midlands during his five-day trip.
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Prince Harry will visit London next week for five days to mark one year before the Invictus Games in Birmingham.
Meghan, Archie (7), and Lilibet (5) will not come to London as planned due to no taxpayer-funded police security.
There is a chance Meghan and the children will join Harry later in the trip in the Midlands.
The family was offered to stay in a royal residence during the visit.
Prince Harry previously said he would not bring his family to the UK without better security arrangements.
The security decisions are made by the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (Ravec).
Prince Harry and Meghan were last all together in the UK in 2022 for Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral.
Since then, Harry has traveled alone to the UK and met his father during a visit in September.
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Pop star Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce got married at Madison Square Garden. The wedding ceremony included actor Adam Sandler as the officiant and a performance by singer Stevie Nicks, with many sports and entertainment stars attending.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married on a Friday night.
The wedding took place at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Actor Adam Sandler was the person who led the ceremony.
Stevie Nicks performed music during the event.
Many famous people from sports and entertainment were at the wedding.
The event received wide media coverage.
The celebration was part of the USA’s cultural news around early July 2026.
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The article shares the story of Caty Hollis, who helped care for her father at home during his final days after a long illness. It explains how a peaceful, supportive environment with family and comforting elements like music can improve the experience of dying and help loved ones cope with grief.
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Caty Hollis cared for her father as he died from colon cancer at home in London.
Her father wished he had spent more time with his family instead of work.
The family gathered at home with his favorite music playing to create a peaceful atmosphere.
Hollis had experienced fertility struggles, which affected her emotional state during this time.
Being at home allowed a calm, natural environment, different from hospital care focused on medical treatment.
Hollis later joined Marie Curie, a UK charity providing hospice and end-of-life care centered on comfort and emotional support.
Music is important in end-of-life care because it can evoke happy memories and provide comfort.
The article highlights the value of closure, family presence, and a supportive setting during the dying process.
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Ukraine carried out drone attacks on an oil terminal and a naval base in St Petersburg, Russia's second largest city. The attacks targeted energy infrastructure and military sites, with authorities reporting the city faced a large drone assault but no casualties.
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Ukraine struck an oil terminal in St Petersburg, described as one of Russia’s largest.
The terminal produces about 12.5 million tonnes of petroleum products yearly.
Another target was a naval base in Kronstadt near St Petersburg.
St Petersburg governor reported 72 Ukrainian drones were shot down during the attack.
No casualties were reported from the drone strikes in St Petersburg.
The attacks happened roughly 850 kilometers (528 miles) from Ukraine’s border.
Ukraine has increased drone attacks on Russia’s energy infrastructure, causing fuel shortages in Russia.
Ukraine denied Russian claims of full control over the eastern town of Kostyantynivka, stating the town remains under Ukrainian defense forces’ control.
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In Nabatieh, a city in southern Lebanon, local teams and residents are working together to clear rubble and reopen streets after heavy damage from fighting involving Israel. This cleanup is happening while tensions continue in the region.
Key Facts
Nabatieh experienced significant damage due to conflict involving Israel.
Ambulance teams, civil defense units, scouts, municipal workers, and local residents are participating in recovery efforts.
The main focus is removing rubble and reopening blocked streets.
The efforts aim to restore normal life in the city.
Tensions in southern Lebanon remain ongoing during the recovery process.
The cleanup is a community-led effort involving different local groups.
The conflict has caused substantial destruction in the area.
This recovery work shows local cooperation despite ongoing regional instability.
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A three-year-old boy was seriously injured after being thrown into a crocodile enclosure at a UK zoo. He has had five surgeries and will need a long recovery while his family thanks donors and hospital staff for their support.
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The incident happened on June 18 at Johnsons of Old Hurst farm and zoo in Cambridgeshire, UK.
The boy has undergone five surgeries and will need at least two more.
His parents have been staying at the hospital and are currently not working.
Over £25,000 has been raised to help with medical and family expenses.
A 30-year-old man from Norfolk was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder but was later released on bail.
The suspect has learning disabilities and was on a trip with carers.
Zoo staff and visitors quickly rescued the boy; co-owner Tracey Johnson entered the enclosure to save him.
Emergency services, including an air ambulance, arrived quickly and provided medical care.
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King Charles praised the strong friendship between the UK and the US as America marks 250 years since declaring independence. In a message to President Donald Trump and the American people, the King said the two countries share values like liberty and respect for all people and will continue to work together in the future.
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The Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, marking the US's separation from British rule.
King Charles sent a message to President Trump on the 250th anniversary of this event.
The King highlighted shared values such as liberty, the rule of law, and human dignity between the UK and the US.
President Trump planned to attend events in Washington DC, including a large fireworks show and military flyovers.
Celebrations across the US include a special Times Square Ball drop and a concert in Philadelphia.
King Charles and Queen Camilla made a state visit to the US earlier in 2026, meeting President Trump and the First Lady.
During the state visit, the King urged US lawmakers to support Ukraine and NATO.
The King and President Trump reportedly had a positive personal relationship despite political differences between their countries.
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Pope Leo XIV visited Lampedusa, an Italian island where many migrants arrive from North Africa, and called on Europe to better protect and integrate migrants. He asked European countries to help migrants now and support their home countries to reduce forced migration due to poverty, insecurity, and conflict.
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Lampedusa is a key arrival point for migrants crossing the Mediterranean from North Africa.
Pope Leo XIV called migration a big challenge but said Europe can respond with compassion and planning.
He urged immediate help for migrants as well as long-term support to receive, protect, and integrate them.
The pope asked European governments to aid development in migrants’ countries of origin.
He prayed at a cemetery for migrants who died at sea and visited a memorial called the “Door of Europe.”
A pier on Lampedusa was renamed after Pope Francis, who had visited the island in 2013.
More than 14,000 migrants arrived in Italy by sea this year, with over half landing in Lampedusa.
Over 1,400 migrants have died or gone missing crossing the Mediterranean this year, according to the International Organization for Migration.
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Thousands of protesters and riot police clashed in Erfurt, Germany, as opponents tried to stop the far-right AfD party’s national conference. The AfD held the event on the 100th anniversary of a Nazi conference, causing controversy, but its leaders were expected to be re-elected.
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About 20,000 protesters gathered in Erfurt to block roads and stop AfD delegates from reaching their conference.
Protesters used sit-ins, glued themselves to tram tracks, and abseiled from bridges to disrupt the event.
Around 600 AfD delegates attended; about 540 arrived before 5 a.m. and the conference started on time.
Police reported mostly peaceful protests with fewer than 100 offenses, mainly property damage like graffiti.
The conference date matched the 100th anniversary of a Nazi party event in nearby Weimar.
Critics say the timing was meant to provoke, while AfD denied this and criticized historical weaponization.
Opponents accuse AfD of racist and anti-Muslim policies and minimizing Nazi crimes.
Some government ministers joined the protests, and demonstrators emphasized preventing a repeat of Nazi-era history.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got married at Madison Square Garden in New York, confirmed by Swift’s publicist with a message displayed on giant screens. Actor Adam Sandler officiated the wedding, and the couple wore custom outfits designed by Christian Dior.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married at Madison Square Garden, New York.
Adam Sandler, a close friend, officiated the wedding and performed a song.
Sandler has a history of friendship with the couple and appeared in a movie with Kelce.
Both bride and groom wore wedding clothes made by Christian Dior's creative director, Jonathan Anderson.
Swift’s shoes were custom made by Christian Louboutin, and she wore Cartier jewelry.
Swift chose her brother Austin as her “man of honour” instead of a maid of honour.
The wedding took place after the couple got engaged in August last year.
The wedding location may have been inspired by Sandler’s film Mr. Deeds, where a character proposed at Madison Square Garden.
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Eric Dillon initially thought his shoulder pain was from a muscle injury, but an MRI later revealed he had multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. He began treatment at MD Anderson Cancer Center and joined a clinical trial to help improve care for others, especially Black patients who are more affected by this disease.
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Eric Dillon’s shoulder pain was first treated as a rotator cuff injury before cancer was diagnosed.
Multiple myeloma affects plasma cells and can cause bone damage, anemia, kidney problems, and high calcium levels.
The disease often mimics common muscle or joint pain, making diagnosis difficult and slow.
Black Americans make up about 20% of multiple myeloma patients but only 4% of the U.S. population and tend to get the disease younger.
Black patients are underrepresented in clinical trials for multiple myeloma despite their higher risk.
Dillon joined a clinical trial after starting treatment to contribute to better understanding and fairness in research.
He adjusted his work and kept a journal to track treatment effects and side effects.
His experience highlights the importance of awareness and early diagnosis for this cancer.
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A three-year-old boy was seriously injured by crocodiles at a zoo in Cambridgeshire and has had five surgeries so far. Police arrested a 30-year-old man but later released him on bail; the boy will need more surgeries and a long recovery.
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The attack happened on June 18 at Johnsons of Old Hurst zoo in Cambridgeshire.
The boy was inside the crocodile enclosure when the attack occurred.
He has undergone five surgeries and needs at least two more.
The boy’s parents said they don’t yet know how much feeling or movement he will recover in his arms and hands.
A 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder but was released on bail until September 18.
The arrested man has learning disabilities and was visiting the zoo with carers; he is not believed to know the boy.
The family has received around £26,000 in donations to help with recovery and expenses.
Zoo staff acted quickly to rescue the boy, and the zoo has over 100 animals including lions, tigers, and various types of crocodiles.
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President Volodymyr Zelensky and Ukraine’s military said Ukraine still controls the eastern city of Kostiantynivka. This makes their own claim that Russia has not captured the city, which Russia’s military said it had taken during fighting in the Donetsk region.
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Ukraine controls the city of Kostiantynivka in eastern Ukraine.
President Zelensky and Ukraine’s General Staff denied Russian claims of capturing the city.
Russia’s military reported to President Vladimir Putin that it had taken Kostiantynivka.
Kostiantynivka is an important strategic target in Russia’s push through the Donetsk region.
The city has been a key focus in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
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The 1986 World Cup in Mexico was almost cancelled after a deadly earthquake hit Mexico City in 1985, killing thousands and damaging the city. Despite the disaster, the tournament went ahead because the stadiums were not damaged, and the Mexican government and FIFA decided to continue with the event.
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A powerful earthquake struck Mexico City in 1985, killing at least 5,000 people and leaving about 30,000 homeless.
Some estimates claim the death toll could have been as high as 40,000.
The quake damaged many buildings, including hospitals and churches, and caused widespread destruction in the city center.
Mexico was not the original host of the 1986 World Cup; it took over after Colombia withdrew in 1983.
The city’s football stadiums, including Estadio Azteca, remained intact after the earthquake.
FIFA supported Mexico’s decision to continue hosting the tournament despite the disaster.
Rescue efforts involved 50,000 troops, police, and firefighters dealing with severe shortages of water and medicine.
During the World Cup opening, President Miguel de la Madrid faced boos from the crowd, indicating public dissatisfaction with the government.
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The city of El Obeid in Sudan is facing heavy drone attacks amid fighting between Sudan’s army and a paramilitary group called the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). These strikes have damaged schools, fuel stations, and power facilities, causing many deaths and injuries. The United Nations and human rights groups warn of possible large-scale human rights crimes in the area.
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El Obeid is a city of about 500,000 people in Sudan’s conflict zone between government and paramilitary forces.
Over 40 drone attacks have occurred in recent months, with at least 15 strikes causing 45 deaths and 41 injuries in June alone.
The RSF is accused of ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity, including actions described as having genocide characteristics in nearby regions.
The UN’s human rights chief called for urgent international action to stop potential atrocities in El Obeid.
Key facilities such as schools, hospitals, fuel stations, and the city’s main power station have been hit, causing blackouts and disrupting life.
The Sudanese army is defending the city and has built extensive defensive lines in anticipation of a siege.
Tens of thousands of displaced people live in camps near El Obeid, increasing the humanitarian crisis.
Reports find that attacks on civilian infrastructure appear intentional and designed to weaken the city’s ability to survive.
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Thousands of people protested in Erfurt, Germany, to block roads and disrupt the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party’s annual conference. The AfD is gaining popularity but remains controversial due to its extremist views, and some protesters want the party banned.
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Around 20,000 protesters gathered in Erfurt, Thuringia, to oppose the AfD party meeting.
Protesters came from unions, civil groups, and left-wing parties and organized road blockades and sit-ins.
Police deployed many officers and reported over 200 buses bringing protesters to the city.
Some clashes occurred between protesters and police in riot gear, but the AfD conference began on time.
The AfD became the second largest party in Germany last year, achieving the best far-right election result since World War II.
Opinion polls indicate the AfD leads over Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s conservative party and might gain state-level power for the first time in Saxony-Anhalt.
Mainstream parties refuse to work with AfD because of its “anti-democratic” and extremist positions.
The German intelligence agency has monitored AfD for possible anti-constitutional activities.
Protesters argue that AfD’s policies, like mass deportations, are harmful and demand banning the party.
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