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Rwanda marks 32 years since the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi, a tragic event that shaped the country’s history and its young generation’s lives. While Rwanda has made strong progress in economic growth and infrastructure, many young people face ongoing challenges like unemployment and political restrictions.
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The 1994 genocide against the Tutsi killed about 800,000 people in 100 days.
Rwanda celebrates Liberation Day on July 4, marking the end of the genocide by the Rwanda Patriotic Front (RPF) led by President Paul Kagame.
Rwanda’s economy has grown about 7% annually over the last decade, helped by tourism, technology, mining, and farming.
Young people make up over 65% of Rwanda’s population and are key to the country’s future.
Youth unemployment is about 14%, and there are concerns about the government not meeting job creation promises.
The country is investing in big projects like a new international airport to boost jobs and development.
Human rights groups criticize Rwanda for limiting political opposition and freedom of speech.
The memory of the genocide still affects many families personally, shaping how they view Rwanda’s progress and liberation.
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Iran has started a multi-day funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who died after an airstrike at the beginning of a war. His body is displayed in Tehran, and many mourners are gathering to pay their respects.
Key Facts
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, was killed by an Israeli airstrike on February 28, 2026.
Khamenei was 86 years old at the time of his death.
Funeral ceremonies are taking place at the Grand Mosalla in Tehran, the capital of Iran.
The streets of Tehran were cleared of vehicles to allow mourners to reach the funeral site.
Mourners are participating in traditional Shiite funeral customs, like rhythmic chest beating.
The memorial includes a stage modeled after one at Khamenei’s former compound, which was destroyed in the airstrike.
Officials expect millions of people to attend, similar to the funeral of the former Supreme Leader Khomeini in 1989.
The funeral events may strengthen Iran’s government as it negotiates with the United States about ending the war.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got married at Madison Square Garden in New York City. To celebrate, the Empire State Building lit up in light blue, and the area around the venue was heavily secured by police with street closures and extra officers.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce held their wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday.
The Empire State Building displayed a light blue glow in honor of their wedding.
The building’s website and social media referenced the color blue, linking it to a wedding tradition.
Outside Madison Square Garden, big screens showed the message "JUST&T MARRIED!" (T&T for Taylor and Travis).
The New York City Police Department closed streets and added officers near the venue for security.
Fans gathered despite the security measures, with some traveling long distances to see the event.
The wedding reception was expected to continue overnight into early Saturday.
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The Statue of Liberty hosted a special event called Liberty Lights to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. The show included lasers, lights, music, and dance, and was created through a partnership involving the French consulate in New York.
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Liberty Lights is a celebration marking 250 years of America.
The event took place at the Statue of Liberty.
It featured lasers, lights, music, and dance performances.
The celebration was produced by Monumental Tour and Auditoire.
Michael Canitrot, an artist, performed as part of the show.
The French consulate general in New York helped organize the event.
The celebration is part of broader Fourth of July events recognizing America's history.
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David Muir was given rare access to the highest point inside the Statue of Liberty, where he climbed to the statue’s torch. His visit highlighted the statue’s history as part of the United States’ 250th anniversary celebration.
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David Muir gained rare access inside the Statue of Liberty.
He climbed to the torch, a place few visitors can reach.
The visit was linked to celebrating 250 years of the United States.
The Statue of Liberty is a historic symbol of freedom in the U.S.
The story was shared by ABC News on July 3, 2026.
The coverage included live streams and other Fourth of July-related events.
The Statue of Liberty is located in New York Harbor.
The celebration marks 250 years since the founding of the United States.
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Dr. Mukesh Kapila, a former United Nations official, said the crisis in El Obeid, Sudan, might become more serious than the conflict that happened in El Fasher in 2024-2025. He believes ongoing international focus and news coverage can help prevent worse violence by the RSF (Rapid Support Forces).
Key Facts
Dr. Mukesh Kapila was the UN Humanitarian Coordinator for Sudan.
He warned the crisis in El Obeid could be worse than the earlier conflict in El Fasher.
The El Fasher conflict took place during 2024-2025.
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are a key group involved in the current crisis.
Continued attention from the international community is important to control the situation.
Al Jazeera’s ongoing news reports may help discourage further violence by the RSF.
The situation in Sudan remains unstable and could escalate without outside support.
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Pop star Taylor Swift and American football player Travis Kelce got married in New York City. The wedding took place at Madison Square Garden and was led by comedian Adam Sandler, with many famous guests attending.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married at Madison Square Garden, NYC.
Comedian Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony.
Both wore outfits designed by Jonathan Anderson for Dior and custom shoes by Christian Louboutin.
The wedding did not have bridesmaids or groomsmen; Swift’s brother was Man of Honor and Kelce’s brother was Best Man.
The event attracted many celebrities, including Hugh Grant, Jason Sudeikis, Gigi Hadid, and Bradley Cooper.
Streets near the arena were closed and heavily secured by police.
The celebration included a smaller pre-party the day before with about 100 people.
Madison Square Garden lit up with signs reading “JUST&T MARRIED” after the ceremony.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce held their wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York. Many fans and famous people came to celebrate the event, and the city showed special decorations to mark the occasion.
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The wedding took place at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Fans gathered outside behind police barriers to see the event.
Celebrities attending included Hugh Grant, Ethan Hawke, Gigi Hadid, Cara Delevingne, Selena Gomez, Zoe Kravitz, and Jason Sudeikis.
Sports figures like Cooper Kupp and Paulina Gretzky were also present.
The Empire State Building was lit in a special light blue sparkle to honor the wedding.
Screens outside the venue displayed messages celebrating the marriage.
Two mini-marts in Leicestershire, UK, linked to Twana Jamal, a convicted people smuggler, have been closed by the local council after a BBC investigation. Jamal, previously jailed in France for smuggling migrants, was found working illegally at the shops while claiming asylum in the UK.
Key Facts
Twana Jamal was convicted in France in 2016 for people smuggling and sentenced to five years in prison.
He earned up to £100,000 a week smuggling migrants across the English Channel.
Jamal was seen by BBC reporters working illegally at two mini-marts called Candy Corner in Blaby, Leicestershire.
The local council closed both shops for 72 hours and plans to apply for a three-month closure at court.
Jamal has applied for asylum in the UK but has a criminal record abroad that could disqualify him.
Local politicians had previously reported illegal vape sales at the shops but received little response.
The shops sold vapes and sweets late into the evening and were involved in questionable activities.
A local MP called Jamal’s presence in the UK "utterly unacceptable" and plans to raise the issue with police and government officials.
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A strong storm in southern Wisconsin caused a boat to capsize on Geneva Lake, killing three people and rescuing seven others. The storm also caused damage in Walworth County, including downed trees, power line outages, and injuries.
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Three people died when a boat capsized on Geneva Lake during a storm.
Seven people were rescued from the same boat incident.
The storm toppled trees, knocked down power lines, and damaged buildings in Walworth County.
Authorities received many 911 calls about damage and people trapped inside buildings.
Emergency crews faced delays due to blocked roads from fallen trees and power lines.
Lake Geneva Mayor declared a state of emergency and reported power outages and injuries.
Police and sheriff’s deputies investigated and asked for help from nearby counties and the Department of Natural Resources.
The National Weather Service warned of heavy rain and thunderstorms continuing through the weekend.
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A 15-year-old boy named Darweish Mohamed died after being stabbed outside a Melbourne hospital. Police have charged three teenagers and one adult in connection with his death and related incidents.
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Darweish Mohamed, 15, was found with stab wounds near Craigieburn community hospital in Melbourne.
He received CPR from hospital staff but died at the scene.
A 14-year-old boy was charged with murder and will appear in children’s court.
A 16-year-old boy was also charged with murder and is in custody awaiting court.
A 15-year-old boy faces a second murder charge, and a 15-year-old girl was charged with affray (fighting) and theft of a motor vehicle.
A 20-year-old man was charged with setting fire to a vehicle linked to the case.
Family and friends have started a fundraiser to cover funeral costs and have asked for prayers.
The Victoria education department said it will support the affected local schools and communities.
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About 20,000 people protested in Erfurt, Germany, against the far-right party AfD during its annual meeting. The protesters blocked roads and public transport to voice their opposition, while most party members still attended the event on time.
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The protest took place in Erfurt, Thuringia state, with around 20,000 participants.
The demonstrators blocked roads and public transport to disrupt the AfD's congress.
The AfD is a far-right party currently leading national opinion polls in Germany.
Some protesters called for a ban on the AfD, citing concerns about anti-democratic views and hate speech.
The AfD denies accusations of provocations, including holding its meeting on the 100th anniversary of a Nazi conference nearby.
Police deployed thousands of officers; minor clashes occurred, but protests were mostly peaceful.
The AfD has gained popularity especially in eastern German states, with upcoming regional elections seen as critical.
Other German parties refuse to cooperate with the AfD in government to block its rise.
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Cristiano Ronaldo reached out to Andres Mieles, a young boy from Venezuela who survived an earthquake on June 24 but lost his leg and both parents. The boy had asked for a Ronaldo trading card to stay hopeful, and Ronaldo responded with a personal message.
Key Facts
Andres Mieles is a Venezuelan boy who survived an earthquake on June 24.
He lost his leg in the disaster and is currently in the hospital.
Andres also became an orphan because his parents died in the earthquake.
He asked Cristiano Ronaldo for a trading card to help keep his spirits up.
Cristiano Ronaldo responded by sending a personal message to Andres.
The message was meant to encourage and support the boy during his recovery.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got married in a big ceremony on Friday night. Their wedding took place at Madison Square Garden in New York City with about 1,000 guests attending.
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The wedding happened on a Friday evening.
The location was Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Around 1,000 people attended the event.
Purple screens outside MSG showed the message "JUST&T MARRIED."
A representative for Taylor Swift confirmed the marriage.
The event was described as star-studded, meaning many famous people were there.
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Europe and the UK experienced record-breaking heatwaves in May and June, with temperatures much higher than usual. Scientists say these extreme heat events are caused by human-driven climate change and are expected to become more common.
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In June, temperatures reached 37.7°C in Lingwood, Norfolk, setting a new UK record for June.
More than a dozen European countries broke their June temperature records, sometimes by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius.
Some places in Europe had temperatures over 40°C in June, which is usually cooler than July.
The heatwaves brought high humidity and warm nights, making it hard for people to cool down or sleep.
Tropical nights, where temperatures stay above 20°C, happened widely in England and Wales for the first time.
Scientists link these extreme heatwaves to human activities that release greenhouse gases from burning fossil fuels.
Weather experts called these heatwaves “historic” and “exceptional” because of their intensity and widespread impact.
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The state of West Bengal in India plans to replace eggs with vegetarian options in some government school lunches as part of a pilot program run by a Hindu group known for vegetarian meals. This decision has caused debate about school nutrition, as eggs are a common, affordable protein source for poor children, and critics say the change may be influenced by religious beliefs.
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West Bengal's new government will hand over some school meal preparation to the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (Iskcon), which serves only vegetarian food.
The mid-day meal program provides free lunches to millions of underprivileged children in government schools across India.
Eggs are a cheap and nutritious protein source that have been part of the local diet for generations.
Iskcon plans to replace eggs with other protein sources like soybeans or kidney beans, which are less common locally.
Critics say removing eggs may be motivated by religious or political ideology rather than nutrition science.
The opposition party accuses the current government of trying to impose vegetarianism on children.
Some suggest offering children a choice between eggs and vegetarian options to respect preferences.
Iskcon denied forcing any religious practices and claims their vegetarian meals provide adequate nutrition.
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Many rural primary schools in Kenya are closing because the new Competency-Based Education (CBE) system requires more resources than these schools have. As a result, student numbers drop and children must travel much farther to attend better-equipped schools.
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Kaliluni Primary School in southern Kenya had over 200 pupils three years ago but now has only five, and often no teacher present.
The new CBE curriculum started in 2017 focuses on practical skills and extends education by adding junior secondary school (grades 7 to 9).
Primary schools now must teach fewer grades (up to grade 6) but need more classrooms, science labs, teachers with special skills, and new materials for the CBE.
Many rural schools lack basic facilities like science labs, which are necessary under the CBE system.
Some schools in Kitui county, like Sooma Primary and Manooni Primary, have closed due to very low student enrollment.
Students must travel long distances, sometimes over rough terrain, to attend other schools after local closures.
Parents and education experts worry the CBE system, intended to improve education equality, might worsen it for poor rural communities.
There is little government support to improve struggling rural schools affected by the CBE transition.
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Thousands of people in Albania are protesting against Prime Minister Edi Rama, demanding his resignation. The protests began over plans for a luxury resort near a protected area but have grown to include broader concerns about corruption, jobs, schools, and living conditions.
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The protests are called the "Flamingo Revolution" after flamingos that live near the proposed resort site in Narta Lagoon.
A group of international investors, including Jared Kushner, plan to build a luxury resort, and the Albanian government gave them special status.
No official permission has been granted yet, and environmental assessments have not started, but construction activity has been noticed.
A viral video showed private security beating a protester, which the prime minister confirmed happened.
Protesters have expanded their demands to include better schools, hospitals, jobs, and infrastructure.
Prime Minister Edi Rama and his Socialist Party have been in power for 13 years, during which Albania’s tourism and cityscape have grown rapidly.
Albania is progressing with plans to join the European Union and is close to completing negotiations.
Critics say the government supports corruption and is linked to organized crime, using construction projects for money laundering.
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Parts of the UK are expected to experience another heatwave this weekend, with temperatures possibly rising above 30°C, especially in southern and south-eastern England. This heatwave could last into mid-July and may be the third one of the year for some areas, though it is not expected to be as hot as the June heatwave.
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Temperatures in southern and south-eastern England could reach up to 33°C.
Some northern areas like South Yorkshire might see temperatures around 30°C.
Western parts of the UK, including Lancashire and western Scotland, will be cooler due to an Atlantic breeze.
The heatwave could last several days, possibly until mid-July.
Yellow heat health alerts are issued for parts of England, warning vulnerable people about health risks.
A heatwave in the UK means three or more days in a row with temperatures above certain regional limits (usually 25°C or higher).
The hot weather is caused by a high pressure system from the Azores stretching over the UK, blocking cooler Atlantic weather.
The jet stream, a fast-moving air current in the atmosphere, has shifted north, allowing the high pressure to dominate.
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A skydiver crashed into a crowd during the opening night of a rodeo in Northern California. The skydiver's American flag got caught in a tree, which caused him to land on a tent near the audience.
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The incident happened at a rodeo event in Northern California.
The skydiver was carrying an American flag during the jump.
The flag got caught in a tree while the skydiver was descending.
This caused the skydiver to crash into a crowd watching the rodeo.
The skydiver landed on a tent close to the spectators.
The event occurred on July 3, 2026.
No information was given about injuries or the skydiver's condition.
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