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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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Russian attacks killed at least four people in Ukraine’s Sumy region and injured others in Kryvyi Rih, following the deadliest Russian strikes on Kyiv this year. Ukraine responded with drone attacks on Russian border regions, causing casualties and damage to industrial sites.
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Four people died in Sumy after a Russian drone hit a residential building.
Seven people were injured in a missile attack on Kryvyi Rih, damaging homes and public buildings.
Kyiv observed a day of mourning after the deadliest Russian attack on the city, which killed at least 30 people.
The United Nations condemned the attacks on civilians and called for a ceasefire.
Russia vowed to increase pressure on Kyiv despite international criticism.
Ukraine's air force shot down most of the drones and missiles launched by Russia.
Ukrainian drone strikes killed two people and damaged industrial sites in Russian border areas.
Russian border cities Belgorod and Bryansk reported deaths and infrastructure damage from Ukrainian attacks.
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei led Iran as its supreme leader for over 30 years, strengthening the country’s military and backing allied armed groups in the Middle East. He pushed Iran’s nuclear program forward and often clashed with the United States and Israel. Khamenei died recently, and his funeral is taking place now.
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei became Iran’s supreme leader in 1989 after Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini’s death.
He developed Iran into a powerful regional force, supporting groups like Hezbollah, the Houthis in Yemen, and Hamas in Gaza.
Khamenei expanded the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, making it a major military and economic force in Iran.
He faced various protests in Iran and often responded with government crackdowns.
Under Khamenei, Iran continued its nuclear program despite international sanctions and pressure.
In 2015, Iran agreed to limit its nuclear activities under a deal but resumed enriching uranium after the U.S. left the agreement in 2018.
Khamenei declared that nuclear weapons are against Islam but insisted on Iran’s right to peaceful nuclear energy.
His leadership saw ongoing conflicts with Israel and the U.S. that affected the region’s stability.
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Moldova’s Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu announced he is stepping down, which caused the entire government to resign as well. The president of Moldova said she will consult parliament to choose a new prime minister and emphasized the need for a strong government to continue the country’s efforts to join the European Union.
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Alexandru Munteanu has been Moldova's Prime Minister for less than a year before resigning.
His resignation automatically caused the government to resign too.
Munteanu said he stepped down because he could no longer follow his principles in office.
Moldova’s President Maia Sandu thanked him but said she expects more involvement from the next government.
The president will talk to parliamentary groups to select a new prime minister soon.
Moldova aims to join the European Union and needs a united and strong government to achieve this goal.
Moldova is located between Ukraine and Romania and was once part of the Soviet Union.
The country is seen as a geopolitical area of interest between Russia and Western countries.
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Rescue teams in Venezuela continue searching through earthquake rubble for survivors eight days after two large earthquakes hit the country. Venezuela’s Interim President Delcy Rodriguez defended the government’s response despite criticism and confirmed that more than 2,000 people have died.
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Two major earthquakes struck Venezuela eight days ago.
Over 2,000 people have died from the earthquakes.
Rescue teams are still digging through rubble to find survivors.
The chance of finding anyone alive is becoming smaller.
Interim President Delcy Rodriguez denied that the government responded too slowly.
The government has faced widespread criticism for its handling of the disaster.
The situation remains critical as rescue efforts continue.
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Rescuers in Kyiv continue searching through rubble after a Russian missile and drone attack that killed at least 30 people. The city held a day of mourning with flags lowered to half-mast to honor those who died.
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The attack occurred in Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine.
At least 30 people were killed by Russian missiles and drones.
Rescue teams are still looking for survivors under the rubble.
Kyiv marked a day of mourning with flags at half-mast.
The attack happened on July 2, 2026.
This is part of ongoing conflict involving Russia and Ukraine.
The attack targeted civilian areas in the city.
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The Onion comedy group released a parody of the conspiracy website InfoWars, showing a fake video of its founder Alex Jones dying. This comes as The Onion tries to take control of InfoWars after Jones was ordered to pay over $1 billion to families affected by the Sandy Hook shooting.
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The Onion launched a parody called "ALEX JONES IS DEAD—Real InfoWars Livestream."
Comedian Tim Heidecker imitates Alex Jones in the video.
The fake video shows Jones dying violently in a car explosion.
Alex Jones was ordered to pay more than $1 billion to Sandy Hook victims' families for false claims about the shooting.
The Onion has been trying to gain control of InfoWars for over a year.
Alex Jones has not responded publicly to the parody but continues posting his own show online.
Newsweek attempted to contact Jones for comment but had no reply at the time of the report.
The story is ongoing and may have future updates.
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A woman is the main suspect in a bomb attack in Monaco that injured three people. Authorities have issued an arrest warrant for her and reported she was seen in Germany. The attack is believed to have targeted a Ukrainian-born businessman living in Monaco.
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A parcel bomb exploded in Monaco, injuring three people including a child.
The suspected attacker is a woman who was seen wearing a black fisher’s hat on CCTV.
She may have tried to disguise herself as a man.
An arrest warrant and an Interpol red notice have been issued for the suspect.
The bombing targeted Vadym Iermolaiev, a wealthy Ukrainian-born businessman now living in Monaco.
Iermolaiev has faced sanctions in Ukraine for business activities in Crimea, a region annexed by Russia.
The injured were taken to hospitals in nearby Nice, France; one adult remains in serious condition.
Monaco’s authorities praised international police cooperation in identifying the suspect quickly.
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The article discusses how views of the United States have changed in China and Mexico. In China, people once admired the US but now see it less favorably due to economic conflicts and social issues. In Mexico, historical conflicts and recent American political attitudes affect their relationship with the US.
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Many older Chinese citizens see the US as a troublemaker because of long-standing political tensions.
Chinese elites, including President Xi Jinping, have historically sent their children to study in the US.
Over the past decade, negative views of the US have risen in China due to tariffs and social problems like gun violence and homelessness.
The US imposed painful tariffs on Chinese goods during President Trump’s administrations, which affected relations.
China’s economy remains competitive with fast, cheap consumer goods but low profits.
In Mexico, the legacy of the 1846 Mexican-American war and the loss of territory still influence attitudes toward the US.
President Trump’s remarks celebrating the 1846 war increased tensions between Mexico and the US.
Mexico and the US have had long periods of cooperation in trade and security despite their complex history.
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The United Nations weather agency warns that the El Nino weather pattern is already happening and will likely get stronger between July and September. This could cause extreme weather like heatwaves, droughts, and heavy rain in many parts of the world.
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The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says El Nino has started and will intensify soon.
El Nino usually peaks between November and February.
The WMO has set up warning systems to help governments and aid groups prepare.
El Nino warms the surface of the Pacific Ocean and changes weather worldwide.
It happens every 2 to 7 years and lasts about 9 to 12 months.
El Nino cycles with La Nina as part of the ENSO weather cycle.
Global ocean temperatures reached a new high in June, partly due to El Nino.
The last El Nino helped make 2023 the second-hottest year and 2024 the hottest since the 1800s.
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President Donald Trump called it "ridiculous" for the U.S. to keep giving more support to NATO than other member countries. He said Europe should take charge of its own defense and criticized allies for not helping the U.S. enough, especially about the war in Iran. A NATO meeting in Turkey is planned soon to discuss these issues.
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President Trump said the U.S. has a "one sided" relationship with NATO, meaning the U.S. pays more than others.
He posted on Truth Social that NATO countries "were not there for us."
Trump has criticized European allies for limiting U.S. military base use during the Iran conflict.
He suggested the U.S. might leave NATO, but Congress must agree first.
NATO members agreed last year to increase defense spending to 5% of their economies by 2035.
The NATO summit will take place in Ankara, Turkey, with 32 member states attending.
NATO was created in 1949 to protect Europe and maintain U.S. influence in world security.
The U.S. spends much more on NATO than other member countries, shown in a chart shared by Trump.
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Last week, western Europe experienced a heatwave that broke many June and all-time temperature records, with countries like the UK, Germany, Netherlands, and Hungary reaching unusually high temperatures. Meanwhile, north-western China is undergoing a week-long heatwave with temperatures above 45°C, causing health warnings and risks to infrastructure.
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The UK reached 37.7°C in Norfolk on 27 June, breaking its June record by 2.1 degrees.
Germany recorded 41.7°C on 28 June, surpassing its previous all-time record three days in a row.
The Netherlands set a new June high of 39.4°C on 26 June.
Hungary hit 42°C in Szécsény on 30 June, breaking its all-time temperature record.
Tropical nights, where temperatures stay above 20°C overnight, were widespread in these countries, with a high minimum temperature of 29.4°C in East Saxony, Germany.
France had multiple days above 40°C, causing some nuclear power plants to shut down.
North-western China is experiencing temperatures around 45-47°C, with extreme heat warnings and risks of heatstroke, fires, and damage to roads and railways.
Local authorities in China advise reducing outdoor work, caring for vulnerable people, and implementing fire prevention.
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