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The United Nations human rights chief warned about a growing risk of serious human rights abuses near the city of el-Obeid in central Sudan. The ongoing conflict between Sudan’s army and paramilitary forces has caused heavy fighting, civilian suffering, and shortages of food, water, and medical care.
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The U.N. human rights chief called the situation in el-Obeid a “red alert” due to the risk of atrocity crimes.
Sudan is in the fourth year of a war between its army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The conflict has caused at least 59,000 deaths and displaced about 13 million people.
Around 30 million people in Sudan need humanitarian help because of the war.
El-Obeid, a city with about 500,000 residents, has faced severe sieges and heavy drone attacks.
The RSF has tried several times to re-establish a siege on el-Obeid after the military broke it in early 2025.
Recent attacks on infrastructure in and around el-Obeid have caused shortages of food, fuel, water, healthcare, and transportation.
The U.N. urged world leaders to act quickly to prevent further violence and suffering in the region.
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Two weeks after strong earthquakes hit Venezuela, rescue teams continue searching for survivors but expect few remain alive. More than 2,500 people have died from the disaster.
Moldova’s Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu resigned, causing the whole government to step down. President Maia Sandu will consult with lawmakers to quickly appoint a new prime minister while Munteanu continues in his role temporarily.
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Alexandru Munteanu was Moldova’s Prime Minister since November 2025.
He resigned because he felt he could no longer follow his principles in office.
His resignation triggered the collapse of the current government.
President Maia Sandu leads the pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS).
Moldova’s parliament will consult parties to choose the next prime minister soon.
The government faces pressure from a scandal involving a state-owned aviation company, MoldATSA, including false CV claims and controversial hires.
A special investigative committee was set up to review management and hiring practices in state-owned firms.
Moldova seeks to join the European Union and balances ties between Europe and Russia.
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Ukraine has been conducting regular drone strikes on Russian oil refineries and fuel depots, causing gas shortages across Russia. This has led to concern among Russians and a shift in tone from Russian officials and media, acknowledging hardships and the need for possible mobilization. Western sanctions have also limited Russia’s ability to produce new weapons.
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Ukrainians use long-range drone strikes that Russia struggles to defend against.
Russian gas shortages have affected ordinary citizens, like taxi drivers, due to damage to fuel infrastructure.
Russian officials and media personalities now warn of upcoming hardships and sacrifices for the public.
Some military bloggers call for a major military mobilization in Russia due to worsening war dynamics.
Many Russian families fear conscription (military draft) but lack resources to avoid it.
President Vladimir Putin acknowledged the drone attacks and gas shortages but described the situation as manageable.
Western sanctions limit Russia’s ability to produce new military equipment.
Russia continues retaliatory attacks in Ukraine despite challenges at home.
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Taylor Swift is preparing for a large wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York City with American football player Travis Kelce. The event includes flowers, food, and large decorations, and many famous friends and family members have arrived for the celebration.
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The wedding is planned to take place at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Workers have been seen unloading flowers, food, and decorations including a white fairytale castle.
Friends and family are staying at the Ritz-Carlton in New York and attended a rehearsal dinner at the stadium.
Celebrities spotted at the rehearsal include Lena Dunham, Gigi Hadid, Bradley Cooper, Ed Sheeran, and others.
The couple is enforcing a no phones rule to keep the event private.
The decorations for the rehearsal dinner included apricot-colored roses and a romantic garden theme.
Madison Square Garden was lit in pink lights to mark the occasion.
Musical performances by Stevie Nicks and Tim McGraw are rumored for the wedding day.
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A new weather map shows how conditions might affect fireworks displays across the U.S. on July 4. The map provides details about rain, clouds, smoke, and fire risks to help people enjoy or prepare for the celebrations safely.
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The map covers more than 2,000 fireworks shows across the United States.
It shows the chances of storms, cloud cover, and whether fireworks will be visible.
Smoke from fireworks and wildfires can reduce visibility during shows.
Wind affects how smoke moves and can impact nearby neighborhoods.
Fire risk is higher in dry areas with wildfires, making safety important.
The map predicts good viewing conditions for major shows in New York City, Boston, and Washington, D.C.
Nashville’s show might face delays or cancellations due to nearby active weather.
A heat dome will bring very hot weather to much of the central and eastern U.S. on July 4.
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Iran is preparing a six-day funeral for its late supreme leader Ali Khamenei, expected to attract millions and serve as a display of national unity and resistance. The funeral will take place in Tehran and Mashhad, with parts of the body also passing through Iraqi cities. Khamenei’s son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, is not expected to attend due to injuries from the strike that killed his father.
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Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader, was killed in a US-Israeli attack in February 2024.
A six-day funeral for Khamenei will start Saturday in Tehran and end Thursday in Mashhad.
The funeral is expected to draw millions of mourners and send messages of strength to the world.
Khamenei’s body will also be carried through the Iraqi Shia cities of Karbala and Najaf at Iraq’s request.
Mojtaba Khamenei, Ali’s son and successor, was injured in the strike and will likely not appear at the funeral.
Mojtaba lost his wife and young daughter in the attack and has made only written public statements.
Israel’s defense minister recently threatened Mojtaba’s life.
Iran’s vice-president called the funeral “the most important event of this century” in Iran.
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France reported over 2,000 more deaths than usual during a record-breaking heatwave in late June, especially affecting people over 45. The heatwave caused high temperatures across Europe, with warnings of more extreme heat and wildfires in the coming days.
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In the last week of June, deaths in France rose by 29%, with 2,025 extra deaths recorded.
Paris saw record-high temperatures close to 41°C (about 106°F) on June 24.
The heatwave also caused a rise in drowning deaths, with 72 drownings reported in France since June 18.
Belgium and the Netherlands also recorded high numbers of excess deaths, mostly among the elderly.
Heat warnings and red alerts for wildfires were issued in southern France and parts of the Iberian Peninsula, including Portugal and Spain.
Nearly 7,000 fires have occurred in France since the start of summer 2026, burning about 8,700 hectares.
Climate experts say Europe is warming twice as fast as the global average, increasing the risk of heatwaves and wildfires.
The UK and parts of western Europe also expect more hot weather in the coming weekend.
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The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic is celebrating its 60th edition by honoring actor Dustin Hoffman and actress Juliette Binoche for their contributions to world cinema. Hoffman will be honored on the opening night and present his film "The Graduate," while Binoche will receive the same award at the closing ceremony, with several of her films shown during the festival.
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The festival is held in Karlovy Vary, a spa town in the Czech Republic.
Dustin Hoffman won Academy Awards for "Kramer vs. Kramer" (1979) and "Rain Man" (1988).
Hoffman will present his 1967 film "The Graduate" at the festival.
Juliette Binoche won an Oscar for best supporting actress in "The English Patient" (1996).
Binoche’s films "Certified Copy" (2010), "Three Colors: Blue" (1993), and "In-I in Motion" (2025) will be screened.
Cinematographer Robert Richardson, a three-time Oscar winner, will also be honored.
Richardson will introduce his documentary "Robert Richardson: The White Devil."
The festival’s grand jury will judge 12 films competing for the Crystal Globe prize.
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Fans are gathering in New York City because there are rumors that singer Taylor Swift will marry football player Travis Kelce at Madison Square Garden on Friday. The wedding plans have not been officially confirmed.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are rumored to be getting married soon.
The possible wedding location is Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Many fans have traveled to New York ahead of the event.
The rumored date for the wedding is Friday.
No official announcement has been made about the wedding.
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A life-size bench made from more than 11,000 donated Lego bricks was built in memory of 12-year-old Matthew Girard, who died from cancer in 2020. The bench was unveiled at the primary school he attended in Guernsey and involved efforts from volunteers and Lego enthusiasts.
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Matthew Girard was 12 years old when he died from cancer in 2020.
The bench is made mostly of reused Lego bricks donated by the local community.
Over 11,000 Lego pieces were used in creating the bench.
The bench has a wooden base with Lego pieces built on top.
Volunteers and Lego experts helped design and build the bench.
Matthew’s family said he loved Lego, and the bench serves as a lasting tribute.
The bench was unveiled at St Martin's Primary School in Guernsey, where Matthew studied.
A Lego-themed room in a charity flat in Southampton is also dedicated to Matthew.
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An outdoor exhibition called Heavy Metal displays sculptures made from recycled steel and machinery parts in the countryside of Oxfordshire, England. The show features works by British sculptor Anthony Caro and artist James Capper, set among fields, trees, and wildlife. Visitors can see the art for free by booking in advance and exploring the natural surroundings.
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Heavy Metal is an outdoor sculpture show in south Oxfordshire at Albion Barn and Fields.
Sculptures are made from reclaimed steel, factory parts, shipyard scraps, and farm machinery.
The show features works by Anthony Caro, a key British postwar sculptor who died in 2013.
James Capper, a younger artist, also has sculptures on display, some of which move or open like flowers.
Caro’s pieces include “Erl King” (made from a ship’s anchor) and “Slow Passage” (made from a cattle crush).
The setting includes natural features such as orchards, beehives, woodland, and fields with wildlife.
Visitors must book in advance and are asked not to climb on the sculptures.
The exhibition space was created by Michael Hue-Williams, whose father planted the woodland as a rewilding project.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at Madison Square Garden in New York City. About 1,000 guests will attend the wedding, with strong security and street closures around the venue.
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The wedding takes place at Madison Square Garden on Friday.
Around 1,000 guests are expected to celebrate the couple’s marriage.
The event includes a rehearsal dinner with about 100 family and friends.
Security will be very tight, with the New York Police managing crowds and street closures.
Guests will arrive through a special VIP area starting at 3:30 p.m.
The celebration will last until about 2 a.m. and feature musical performances.
Madison Square Garden is being transformed extensively for the event.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship began after Kelce expressed interest on his podcast and Swift’s mother encouraged their meeting.
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Israel’s Security Cabinet approved a plan to build 13 new settlements in the central West Bank, a territory occupied since 1967. Palestinian officials say this harms the chances of creating a connected Palestinian state and isolates East Jerusalem from nearby Palestinian areas.
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The plan includes 13 new settlements in the Binyamin region, one of the largest settlement areas in the West Bank.
Construction will start with 4 to 6 settlements in the coming months, supported by millions of shekels in funding.
Some existing outposts will be made legal to get government support and infrastructure.
The settlements are along Route 60, a main road linking major Palestinian cities and Israeli settlements.
The goal is to connect settlement blocs, secure key hilltops, and limit Palestinian territorial continuity.
Settlement activity has increased sharply from 8 new outposts per year before 2023 to 86 planned in 2025.
The Israeli government increased funding for outposts from $7.5 million in 2023 to $20 million in 2024.
Palestinians and the international community view the settlements as illegal under international law and a threat to the two-state solution.
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A passenger bus carrying 48 people crashed into a ravine in southwestern Pakistan, killing at least 32 and injuring 16. The accident happened early Friday in a mountainous area on the border between two provinces, and investigators believe a steering problem may have caused the crash.
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The bus was traveling from Quetta to Peshawar when it crashed in the Dana Sar mountain range.
At least 32 people died and 16 were injured in the accident.
The bus fell about 70 to 80 feet (21-24 meters) into a ravine.
The bus was overcrowded after picking up extra passengers from another broken-down bus.
Rescue efforts were difficult due to the rough terrain.
Injured passengers were taken to a hospital 42 miles from the crash site.
Officials have started an investigation into the cause of the crash.
Pakistan’s leaders expressed sorrow and ordered actions to support victims and review safety.
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Interpol has issued a Red Notice for Anastasiia Berezovska, a 39-year-old Ukrainian woman, suspected of a bombing in Monaco. The explosion injured three people and reportedly targeted a Ukrainian tycoon with connections to Russia.
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The bombing happened in Monaco and seriously injured three people.
Interpol named Anastasiia Berezovska as the suspect.
Berezovska is 39 years old and from Ukraine.
She is wanted for attempted murder and other charges.
She has a tattoo, possibly of a snake, on her right arm.
She speaks German.
The bombing reportedly targeted a Ukrainian tycoon linked to Russia.
The Red Notice is an international alert to help arrest and extradite suspects.
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A very rare copy of the 1776 Declaration of Independence was found in the United Kingdom's National Archives by a volunteer. This copy is one of only 11 known to exist and is believed to be the only one outside the United States.
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The document is called the "Exeter Declaration" and was printed in Exeter, New Hampshire in 1776.
It was found in a box of papers while being catalogued by a volunteer named Michael Scurry.
The copy was captured from an American ship named the Dalton by the British Royal Navy in 1776 near Portugal.
The papers were taken to Britain and stored in the National Archives, where it was labeled just as "another paper."
The Declaration was quickly printed to spread the news of America's independence and was not meant to be kept as an important document.
The National Archives repaired the paper to preserve it after its discovery.
The discovery explains what the men on the Dalton ship were fighting for during the American Revolution.
Only 11 copies of this type are known to exist, making this find very rare.
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A strong heat dome is causing very high temperatures across the central and eastern United States during the July 4 holiday weekend. Many places could break daily heat records, with heat indexes reaching dangerous levels and little relief at night. Thunderstorms may also affect some outdoor July 4 events in the eastern half of the country.
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A heat dome is raising temperatures 10 to 20 degrees above normal across the eastern U.S. during the holiday weekend.
Heat index values (how hot it feels with humidity) could reach 105 to 115 degrees in parts of the mid-South, Southeast, and Mid-Atlantic.
More than 300 temperature records may be broken this weekend, including over 100 daily high temps and 200 record warm overnight lows.
Some cities, like Washington D.C., Boston, Newark, Philadelphia, and New York City have already tied or set heat records recently.
Thunderstorms are expected in the afternoon and evening in many areas east of the Plains, potentially disrupting July 4 celebrations.
The western U.S. will generally experience normal or below-average temperatures and sunny weather, except the Four Corners area which remains warm and dry.
Cooler air is forecast to move into the eastern U.S. by Monday, providing some relief from the heat.
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Bad Bunny, a popular Latin American music artist, has been honored with a wax figure at the Musée Grévin in Paris. This is the first time a Latin American artist has been featured at this museum, and it coincides with his concerts in France.
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Bad Bunny is a Latin American music artist from Puerto Rico.
He has a wax figure displayed at Paris’ Musée Grévin museum.
This is the first time a Latin American artist has been included in the museum.
The wax figure is inspired by his album "Debi Tirar Mas Photos."
Bad Bunny is currently performing concerts in Paris and Marseille, France.
The artist is known for proudly representing the Puerto Rican flag.
Musée Grévin is a well-known wax museum located in Paris.
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Giorgia Meloni became Italy's first female prime minister in September 2022, rising from a poor neighborhood in Rome to lead the country. After three and a half years in office, her popularity has declined, highlighted by the rejection of her judicial reform in a March 2026 referendum.
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Giorgia Meloni became Italy's first female prime minister on September 25, 2022.
She grew up in a working-class neighborhood called Garbatella in Rome.
Meloni is associated with Italy's far-right political movement.
Her government lost a judicial reform referendum in March 2026.
The referendum loss marked a turning point and signaled the end of her "invincibility."
Public opinion about Meloni's leadership is now mixed, especially in her home neighborhood.
Her government is approaching the end of its current term.
Meloni’s political future and legacy in Italy face increasing debate.
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