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NASA satellites have detected higher sea surface heights in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, confirming the return of El Niño in June 2026. NOAA expects this warm ocean event to grow stronger through the winter of 2026-27 and possibly become one of the strongest since 1950.
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NASA’s Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich satellite measured rising sea surface heights, a sign of warmer water linked to El Niño.
El Niño is a natural climate event marked by warmer ocean temperatures in the tropical Pacific.
Warmer water expands and raises sea levels, which satellites can track to identify El Niño conditions.
Early signs of El Niño were detected earlier in 2026 by warm water waves called Kelvin waves moving eastward.
The thermocline, or boundary between warm surface water and cooler deep water, lowers during El Niño, reducing cool water upwelling.
NOAA declared El Niño conditions on June 11, 2026, and predicted a 63% chance of a very strong event during November-January.
El Niño influences global weather patterns, including temperature and precipitation changes, and happens every 2 to 7 years on average.
El Niño lasts about 9 to 12 months and is the warm phase of a larger cycle known as ENSO (El Niño-Southern Oscillation).
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Since the United States and Israel started a war on Iran in late February, the global energy sector has faced major disruptions. Many countries and energy suppliers have changed their oil transport routes and put emergency plans into action to handle high fuel costs, and experts say these changes will last a long time.
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The war began in late February between the United States, Israel, and Iran.
Oil prices have fluctuated significantly, reaching highs similar to those seen after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
About one-fifth of the world’s oil and natural gas usually passes through the Strait of Hormuz, controlled by Iran.
Shipping through the strait dropped sharply after attacks on two commercial ships blamed on Iran.
Energy suppliers are using pipelines in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Iraq as alternative routes, but these pipelines cannot carry all the oil that usually goes through the strait.
Iran signed an agreement in June promising to allow safe passage through the strait, but it still claims control over the waterway.
Experts expect long-term concerns about safety and possible interruptions in the strait to continue while Iran’s current government remains.
The war is driving energy producers to build more pipelines and buyers to keep larger stockpiles of oil, reducing dependence on the strait.
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Protests against immigrants have occurred in South Africa, with people blaming foreigners for unemployment and crime. The largest recent protests happened in 2026, similar to violent xenophobic attacks that began in 2008.
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Anti-immigrant protests took place in South Africa in 2026.
Protesters want undocumented migrants to leave the country.
Many South Africans blame foreigners for job shortages and rising crime.
The 2026 protests are the biggest since violent riots occurred in 2008.
The 2008 riots began in Johannesburg and spread nationwide.
Xenophobia means fear or hatred of foreigners or people from other countries.
Thousands of migrants fled violence linked to these protests.
Similar tensions have appeared repeatedly over the past two decades in South Africa.
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Palestinian goalkeeper Saleem Al-Ashqar was shot and killed by Israeli forces in Gaza. He was recently married and his wife was pregnant with their first child. The Palestinian Football Association reports that over 1,000 Palestinian athletes have died since October 2023.
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Saleem Al-Ashqar was a Palestinian goalkeeper.
He was shot dead by Israeli forces in Gaza.
He had been married for only five months.
His wife was expecting their first child.
The Palestinian Football Association states that more than 1,000 Palestinian athletes have been killed since October 2023.
The killing happened amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian groups.
Gaza is a region controlled by Palestinians facing frequent military action.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are planning to get married, with celebrations expected at Madison Square Garden. Fans and guests are gathering in anticipation of the wedding event.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married.
The wedding festivities will take place at Madison Square Garden.
Many people are expected to attend the celebrations.
ABC News reporter Aaron Katersky covered the event.
Fans are gathering at the venue ahead of the wedding.
The news was reported on July 1, 2026.
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Four Venezuelan police officers were arrested for looting money from a collapsed building after recent earthquakes in Venezuela. Rescue efforts continue as the death toll nears 2,000, and many people remain missing or injured.
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Twin earthquakes in Venezuela have killed almost 2,000 people and injured over 10,000.
Four police officers were arrested for taking cash from the rubble in La Guaira state.
The officers belong to the scientific, penal, and criminal investigation service corps (CICPC).
The CICPC started disciplinary action to dismiss the officers involved in looting.
Videos showed local people trying to stop police officers from looting dollars from a safe.
Many volunteers with basic tools are helping to find survivors and provide aid.
There is increasing public anger over slow government rescue efforts and some military and police misconduct.
Government officials blame misinformation for unrest and urge people to trust official updates.
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France’s Green Party plans to file a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s government. They criticize the government’s response to a late June heatwave that caused over 1,000 extra deaths. The government calls it a political move amid preparations for more extreme heat.
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The Green Party announced a no-confidence motion over handling the late June heatwave.
The heatwave caused at least 1,000 excess deaths according to France’s public health agency.
The motion’s timing is not yet decided but expected this week or next.
Prime Minister Lecornu leads a minority government unlikely to be toppled without support from other parties.
The government spokeswoman called the motion a political tactic during ongoing crisis management.
Temperatures remain high, around 30°C (86°F), with more heat expected soon.
France’s health emergency plan, ORSAN, remains at its highest alert level.
The Green Party leader says the government was unprepared for the current and expected heatwaves.
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Canada will join the Eurovision song contest in 2027, becoming the first new participant since Australia joined in 2015. Canada recently became a member of the European Broadcasting Union, which allows participation beyond geographic Europe, and will send an act to the contest held in Bulgaria.
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Canada will compete in Eurovision starting in 2027.
Eurovision is open to members of the European Broadcasting Union, not just European countries.
Canada joined the European Broadcasting Union last week.
The 2027 contest will be held in Bulgaria.
CBC, Canada’s public broadcaster, will decide how to select Canada’s contestant later this year.
Eurovision included 35 countries in 2024 and was won by a Bulgarian singer.
Recent Eurovision contests saw some countries boycott due to political issues involving Israel.
Despite some viewer declines and boycotts, Eurovision plans to expand, including a new contest in Asia.
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The Bayeux Tapestry, an 11th-century embroidery showing the Norman conquest of England, will be displayed at the British Museum in London for 10 months starting in September. This is the first time the tapestry has been shown in the UK while its home museum in Normandy is being renovated. Tickets for the exhibition have seen very high demand from the public.
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The Bayeux Tapestry is 70 meters long and dates back to the 11th century.
It shows the story of the Norman conquest of England in 1066.
The tapestry will be displayed flat and fully unrolled for the first time in centuries.
More than 65,000 people tried to buy tickets when they first went on sale online.
Adult ticket prices range from £27 to £33, higher than the usual €12 price in Normandy.
Children under 16 can enter the exhibition for free.
The tapestry will travel to the UK via the Eurotunnel with special protection and security.
Additional tickets will be released in October and January to allow more visitors to see it.
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A foreign container ship got stuck in the Strait of Hormuz early Wednesday. Iranian state media said the ship used a route that Iran had not approved. Many ships use this important waterway each day for transportation.
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A ship ran aground in the Strait of Hormuz early Wednesday.
The ship was a foreign container vessel.
Iran’s state television reported the ship took a route not approved by Tehran.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for shipping.
As of Wednesday morning, 42 vessels were in the strait.
Eleven ships passed through the strait in the last reported period.
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A bombing in Monaco injured three people and is being treated as an attempt to kill someone. Authorities suspect the target was Vadym Yermolaiev, a wealthy Ukrainian businessman known for his large construction and business activities in Ukraine, who has been sanctioned for dealings in Crimea.
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A blast occurred in Monaco, injuring three people including a 13-year-old child.
Officials are investigating the explosion as an attempted murder.
Vadym Yermolaiev, a Ukrainian oligarch, is believed to be one of the wounded victims.
Yermolaiev has been sanctioned by Ukraine for continuing business in Crimea after Russia annexed it in 2014.
He built Ukraine’s largest shopping mall in Dnipro and developed various infrastructure projects there.
His company, Alef Group, has holdings in 19 industries, including real estate and food production.
Yermolaiev’s fortune was estimated at over $300 million by the mid-2010s.
Monaco authorities have not confirmed victim identities publicly but police are still searching for suspects.
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Pakistan’s military said it shot down four drones launched by the Afghan Taliban into its territory. Both countries have carried out air strikes against each other in border regions amid ongoing tensions and attacks by armed groups.
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Pakistan intercepted and destroyed four drones launched by the Afghan Taliban into Balochistan province.
Afghanistan’s defence ministry claimed it struck what it called ISIL (ISIS) centers in Pakistan’s border areas.
Neither Pakistan’s nor Afghanistan’s claims have been independently verified.
There has been a series of attacks and counterattacks between the two countries since October 2025.
A paramilitary compound in Karachi was attacked by gunmen, killing three personnel; a suspect captured was Afghan.
Pakistan responded by striking several Afghan provinces, claiming to have killed fighters; the Taliban reported civilian casualties.
Pakistani officials describe their response strategy as controlled escalation to handle attacks from armed groups.
Past peace talks facilitated by Qatar, Turkey, and China briefly reduced violence but recent tensions have increased again.
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Vice President JD Vance said that the United States holds a strong position in negotiations with Iran and that a potential war with Iran would result in benefits for the American people. The negotiation outcome is expected to favor the U.S., according to Vance.
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Vice President JD Vance spoke about the situation with Iran.
He stated the U.S. has a strong advantage in negotiating with Iran.
Vance suggested that any war with Iran would have a positive result for Americans.
The comments were discussed in a CBS News segment.
National security analyst Aaron MacLean provided additional analysis during the CBS News coverage.
The focus is on the U.S.-Iran relations and possible conflict outcomes.
Vice President Vance’s remarks reflect U.S. confidence in its diplomatic and military position.
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Ukraine has been attacking many of Russia’s largest oil refineries, causing fuel shortages and long waits at gas stations in Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged these problems and said Russia has banned some fuel exports to keep supplies for its own people and military.
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Ukraine has targeted 8 of Russia’s top 10 oil refineries with attacks, some multiple times.
Putin admitted there are still fuel shortages and difficulties finding certain petrol types in Russia.
Russia banned exports of oil and jet fuel to prioritize domestic needs and may also ban diesel exports.
Fuel restrictions affect at least 56 regions in Russia, with prices rising in many areas.
Russian-controlled Crimea has banned fuel sales to the public, only allowing emergency and military vehicles to refuel.
Ukraine uses drones to attack deep inside Russia, including a refinery in Ufa, about 1,300 km east.
Russia claims to have intercepted many Ukrainian drones and missiles launched overnight.
The conflict over Crimea remains a major sticking point in peace talks, with Ukraine aiming to reclaim the peninsula.
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Europe has been a strong economic region but is now facing slower growth because of high energy prices, strict rules, and low investment. Trade tensions are also rising, with President Donald Trump threatening tariffs on European countries and Europe working with China to resolve trade issues by October.
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Europe's economic growth has slowed down in recent times.
High energy costs and strict regulations are making industry growth harder.
Investment in Europe is currently weak.
President Donald Trump has threatened to impose 100% tariffs on European countries over digital services taxes.
Europe and the U.S. recently signed a trade deal.
Europe and China aim to reduce trade disputes by October.
Europe is trying to maintain its economic system while staying competitive globally.
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Episode 33 of "Love Island" Season 13 will be released on July 2, 2026. The episode will be available to watch on Hulu starting at midnight Pacific Time, and it features drama among the contestants, especially during a game of spin the bottle.
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"Love Island" Season 13 Episode 33 airs on July 2, 2026.
The episode will be available to stream on Hulu at 12 a.m. PT / 3 a.m. ET.
Hulu requires a subscription starting at $11.99 per month to watch the show.
New episodes of "Love Island" Season 13 come out every day except Tuesdays.
Episodes last between 60 and 90 minutes.
Episode 33 takes place in Casa Amor, showing contestants forming new relationships.
The boys in Casa Amor spend less time thinking about the girls in the main villa.
The episode ends with a dramatic spin the bottle game that surprises many contestants.
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Spain reported 1,028 more deaths than usual during a heatwave in June 2026, which was more than twice the heat-related deaths recorded in June 2025. This heatwave was part of the hottest first half of the year ever recorded in Spain and was linked by scientists to climate change.
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Spain had 1,028 excess deaths due to a heatwave in June 2026.
This number is over twice the 407 heat-related deaths in June 2025.
The first six months of 2026 were the hottest ever recorded in Spain.
Average temperatures in Spain were 1.6°C above normal for this period.
June 2026 was the second hottest June on record in Spain, with temperatures 3.2°C above normal.
The heatwave affected many European countries, breaking temperature records in Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, the UK, Switzerland, and France.
Scientists said this heatwave would have been nearly impossible without climate change.
The World Health Organization reported over 1,300 extra deaths from the heatwave in Europe overall.
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Search-and-rescue teams in Venezuela are working through rubble after two earthquakes hit the area. While the number of deaths is increasing, rescuers have saved a toddler from the debris, giving hope to those affected.
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Two earthquakes struck a region in Venezuela, causing serious damage.
Rescue workers are searching through the rubble to find survivors.
A toddler was pulled alive from the wreckage.
The death toll from the earthquakes is rising.
Emergency management expert Carlos Castillo spoke about the rescue efforts on CBS News.
The situation remains serious, but there are moments of hope for people trapped or missing.
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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko pardoned 28 political prisoners as part of efforts to improve relations with Western countries. Despite this, many political prisoners remain, and human rights groups say overall conditions in Belarus have not improved.
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President Lukashenko announced the pardon on Belarus’ Independence Day.
The pardoned prisoners were convicted of "extremist crimes" under Belarusian law.
Lukashenko has ruled Belarus for over 30 years and maintains strict control.
Belarus has faced sanctions from Western countries due to human rights abuses and support for Russia’s war in Ukraine.
After contested elections in 2020, mass protests occurred, followed by a government crackdown and many arrests.
Since President Donald Trump’s return to office, the U.S. has helped broker deals leading to the release of hundreds of political prisoners and some easing of sanctions.
Despite releases, there are still about 864 political prisoners in Belarus, including journalists.
The U.N. and Belarusian opposition leaders say political repression continues and call for all prisoners to be freed.
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Canada will join the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time in 2027. The announcement came after Canada joined the European Broadcasting Union, the group that organizes Eurovision, and the contest will take place in Bulgaria next year.
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Canada will compete in the Eurovision Song Contest in May 2027 in Bulgaria.
Canada is the first new country to join Eurovision since Australia in 2015.
Canada recently became a member of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), which manages Eurovision.
The Eurovision Song Contest started in 1956 and mostly features European countries competing with pop songs.
Canadian broadcaster CBC will decide how to select Canada’s entry for the contest.
The 2026 contest had 35 countries and was won by Bulgaria’s Dara.
Some countries boycotted the 2026 contest due to political reasons involving Israel.
Eurovision’s audience was about 130 million in 2026, down from 160 million in 2025.
Eurovision is planning an Asian version of the contest to be held in Bangkok in November 2026.
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