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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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France has started a program that pays people to repair their clothes to reduce waste. Since 2023, over one million clothing repairs have received a discount of up to €25 each.
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France throws away about 700,000 tonnes of clothing every year.
The French government offers a Repair Bonus that gives up to €25 off per repaired clothing item.
The program began in 2023 to help extend the life of clothes and reduce waste.
Over one million clothing repairs have been subsidized under this scheme so far.
The scheme encourages people to fix clothes instead of throwing them away.
This effort is part of France’s broader goal to fight fast fashion and its environmental impact.
French lawmakers recently passed laws targeting fast fashion companies like Shein.
Some French stores have ended partnerships with fast fashion brands after public criticism.
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England experienced its warmest June ever, with a record-breaking heatwave causing very high day and night temperatures. Many parts of Europe, including France and Spain, also set new June heat records, leading to thousands of extra deaths linked to the extreme heat.
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England’s average temperature in June was 17.1°C, nearly 3°C above normal.
The UK’s highest June temperature on record, 37.7°C, was reached in Norfolk on June 26, 2026.
A rare red extreme heat warning was issued in parts of England and Wales for three days.
Wales recorded its hottest June day ever at 35.9°C in Cardiff on June 25.
Northern Ireland tied its June heat record with 30.8°C.
Several European countries, including France, Spain, Hungary, Austria, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Denmark, broke heat records in June.
France reported about 1,000 extra deaths during the heatwave, mostly among people over 65, and Spain had 1,029 excess deaths due to heat.
Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and severe because of climate change. Half of Spain’s June heatwaves since 1975 have happened in the last 10 years.
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John and Keisha Lakoduk spoke on Good Morning America about their efforts to set a world record related to their wedding. They aim to make their marriage recognized in a notable way.
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The couple’s names are John and Keisha Lakoduk.
They appeared on the show Good Morning America (GMA).
They are attempting to set a world record connected to their wedding.
Their goal is to make their marriage official as a world record.
The news was shared on July 1, 2026.
This story was part of a segment including many other news updates.
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The article provides safety tips for people visiting beaches and pools during very hot weather. It also explains how the National Weather Service works to keep beaches safe during intense heat.
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The article focuses on staying safe around water when temperatures are very high.
It offers practical advice for beach and pool visitors to prevent accidents.
The National Weather Service plays a role in monitoring beach conditions.
Hot weather can increase risks like heat exhaustion or drowning.
Taking precautions can help people enjoy water activities safely.
The article is part of CBS News coverage on summer safety.
It suggests that awareness and preparation are important for water safety in heat.
The guide aims to help families and individuals protect themselves in hot weather.
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The United Nations changed a budget rule to stop refunding member countries money they never paid, aiming to fix its money problems. The U.S. and China owe large amounts, and the UN was close to running out of funds, risking its operations.
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The UN used to refund unspent funds to member countries, even if they had not paid their dues.
This refund rule caused financial problems because some countries were late or did not pay at all.
The U.S. is the largest contributor, responsible for 22% of the UN budget, but owes about $2.2 billion.
China owes around $400 million in unpaid fees.
The UN's unpaid dues reached $1.6 billion in 2025, with total arrears over $6.5 billion, including peacekeeping and tribunals.
Secretary-General António Guterres warned the UN was close to bankruptcy and might have to close its New York headquarters.
The General Assembly changed the rule to manage the budget more responsibly and prevent financial collapse.
The new budget approved for peace, development, and human rights is $3.45 billion.
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Algeria is holding parliamentary elections amid concerns that very few people will vote, as the last election had a record low turnout of 23 percent. Many candidates were excluded from running based on a recent law aimed at preventing corruption, leading to criticism that the elections are controlled and lack real political competition.
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Algeria’s last parliamentary election in 2021 had just 23% voter turnout, the lowest since independence.
The current election is marked by widespread public distrust and low enthusiasm to vote.
More than 3,700 candidates were barred from running out of about 13,700 hopefuls.
The exclusions were based on a law targeting candidates linked to “dirty money” or suspicious activities.
Some political parties say the disqualification process is vague and unfair.
The ruling National Liberation Front (FLN) party is expected to keep a large share of seats despite losing dominance.
The Socialist Forces Front (FFS), which boycotted the previous election, is participating again.
President Tebboune’s term ends in 2029, and he cannot run for another term under the constitution.
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The article discusses how in vitro fertilization (IVF) creates extra embryos that are not always used. This raises challenges in states that ban abortion to protect unborn children because these unused embryos also involve questions about life and rights.
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IVF is a process that helps people have babies by fertilizing eggs outside the body.
IVF often creates more embryos than are actually implanted.
Some embryos from IVF remain unused and frozen for future use or disposal.
Several states have laws banning abortion to protect unborn children.
These abortion bans create legal and ethical questions about what should happen to unused embryos.
The article suggests that abortion and IVF issues are linked because both involve decisions about embryos and unborn life.
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A video showing handcuffed men walking in line has been shared online with false claims that it shows Muslims enslaving Christian Africans. The video actually shows people arrested by the army in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on suspicion of links to armed groups, with no evidence of religious reasons.
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The viral video shows detained men with their hands tied, but its meaning has been misrepresented online.
Islamophobic accounts shared the video claiming it showed Muslims enslaving Black Christian Africans.
The video originally appeared in May on a local Congolese news outlet's account, reporting arrests in eastern DR Congo.
The men were arrested in the Kunda area on suspicion of connections to armed groups, though this is not confirmed.
The arrested individuals were mostly young agricultural and mining workers from South Kivu province.
Local media and a UN peacekeeping station reported no religious motive in the arrests or the event.
The video was previously debunked by Congo Check, which found the footage unrelated to rebel fighters as some claimed.
The Bashi ethnic group expressed concerns that the arrests targeted them due to ethnicity, not religion.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to have a wedding celebration in New York City. Reports say there will be a rehearsal dinner on Thursday and the main celebration on Friday.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are rumored to be getting married.
The celebration is planned to take place in New York City.
There will be a rehearsal dinner on Thursday evening.
The main wedding celebration is scheduled for Friday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani hinted at the event happening at Madison Square Garden.
Two law enforcement sources confirmed the plans.
The information was reported by CBS News.
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A week after two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela, many families are still looking for their missing relatives among the rubble. The hardest-hit area is La Guaira, where people hope to find survivors or at least bring closure.
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Venezuela experienced twin earthquakes causing severe damage.
The region of La Guaira was the most affected.
Families continue searching for missing people amid the debris.
The chance of finding survivors is becoming smaller over time.
People want to find their loved ones alive or deceased to find peace.
The report was published on July 1, 2026.
The situation highlights Venezuela’s challenges with natural disaster response and infrastructure.
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A marine heat wave off California has caused many seabirds to starve and die because their food moved to deeper, cooler water. Scientists worry the problem could get worse with the arrival of El Nino, which causes warming in the Pacific Ocean.
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Many seabirds including pelicans, loons, and grebes are dying from starvation along the California coast.
The marine heat wave has lasted for about a year, warming ocean waters and reducing cold, nutrient-rich areas where small fish and krill live.
Scientists found dead seabirds on beaches from regular surveys that monitor the health of marine life.
El Nino, a natural warming of the central Pacific confirmed by NOAA in June, may increase ocean temperatures further.
Die-offs of seabirds happen sometimes but are becoming more frequent with global ocean warming.
Ocean temperatures at several California coastal stations broke records by staying high for over 40 days.
Researchers use tools like buckets, lifeguard reports, and robotic underwater gliders to measure ocean temperatures.
Scientists and wildlife officials say not all seabird deaths this year are due to the heat wave, but it is a major factor.
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The Motown Museum in Detroit is undergoing a $75 million expansion to celebrate the city’s musical history and attract more visitors. The expanded museum is set to reopen in 2027 and aims to grow its visitor numbers from 100,000 to over 325,000 annually.
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The Motown Museum is located at Hitsville USA, where famous Motown songs were created.
The expansion costs $75 million and is driven by donors.
The museum highlights artists like Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and The Supremes.
The renovation aims to boost Detroit’s status as a tourism and educational destination.
Currently, the museum receives about 100,000 visitors each year.
After the expansion, it anticipates attracting at least 325,000 visitors annually.
Motown was founded in 1959 by Berry Gordy in Detroit and became a global music force.
Motown moved its headquarters to Los Angeles in 1972 but the museum remains in Detroit.
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Yorgen Fenech, a wealthy Maltese businessman, has gone on trial accused of ordering the 2017 murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. She died in a car bombing after reporting on powerful figures, and the trial follows years of investigation involving several other suspects.
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Daphne Caruana Galizia was killed in a car bomb attack in October 2017 in Malta.
She was a well-known journalist investigating government and business corruption.
Yorgen Fenech is accused of ordering and paying for the murder.
Fenech faces two charges: helping cause Caruana Galizia’s death and planning a crime.
Prosecutors want life imprisonment for the murder charge and 20–30 years for the other charge.
Six other men involved have already been prosecuted; five were convicted, and one received a pardon for testifying.
Evidence includes recordings from Melvin Theuma, a middleman who was given a pardon in exchange for information.
A public inquiry found that the government environment allowed corruption and lawlessness, which contributed to the murder.
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Monocle magazine released its "Quality of Life survey," ranking the best cities to live in based on how people feel living there rather than strict data. Tokyo in Japan took the top spot, followed by Copenhagen, Lisbon, Vienna, and Sydney, with Paris ranked eighth.
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The ranking measures the quality of life based on people's experiences, not just numbers.
Tokyo is ranked as the best city to live in.
Copenhagen is second on the list.
Lisbon and Vienna come in third and fourth places.
Sydney ranks fifth.
Paris is the eighth-best city to live in according to the survey.
The survey is published by Monocle, a lifestyle magazine.
The ranking reflects feelings about city life rather than hard statistics.
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Europe is experiencing more frequent and longer heatwaves as its climate changes. Experts say these extreme heat events are now a constant risk, not just rare or seasonal problems.
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Europe's heatwaves occur more often and last longer than before.
The continent is warming faster than many other parts of the world.
Scientists say rising temperatures in Europe are happening mostly as predicted.
Extreme heat is now seen as a serious, ongoing risk to countries, not just a temporary issue.
The National Heat Risk Commission works on studying and addressing heat risks.
Climate change is causing this increase in high temperatures and heatwaves.
Experts suggest governments should treat heatwaves as a structural problem needing long-term solutions.
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A 40-year-old man from Iran was arrested for setting fire to an Islamic centre and mosque in Dublin. He shouted anti-Islam and anti-immigrant slogans during the attack. No one was hurt in the fire.
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The attacker is a 40-year-old Iranian national.
He set fire to an Islamic centre and mosque in Dublin.
During the attack, he shouted slogans against Islam and immigrants.
Authorities arrested the man soon after the incident.
The man has been formally charged for the arson attack.
No injuries were reported from the fire.
The incident is being treated as a hate crime.
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The TV show "Ruthless" Season 6 is streaming on Paramount+. The first two episodes were released on June 30, 2026, and Episode 3 will be available on July 7, 2026. New episodes come out weekly on Wednesdays.
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"Ruthless" Season 6 started with Episodes 1 and 2 released together on June 30, 2026.
Episode 3 will release on July 7, 2026, at 12 a.m. Pacific Time (3 a.m. Eastern Time).
Episodes will be released weekly every Wednesday until August 25, 2026.
The season has a total of 10 episodes.
You need a Paramount+ subscription to watch the show.
Paramount+ subscription prices start at $7.99 per month or $59 per year.
The show’s story involves tensions, shifting power, and FBI involvement within a cult called The Highest.
Episode 3’s detailed storyline has not been shared yet.
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The UK government will review the national lottery for the first time in over 20 years. The culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, said the public will have more influence on how the money raised by the lottery is spent.
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The national lottery review will include a 12-week public consultation.
The lottery has raised over £53 billion for good causes since 1994.
Millions of people play the lottery every week in the UK.
Lisa Nandy emphasized the need for communities to have a say in spending decisions.
The review aims to help smaller, local organizations get more support.
The lottery franchise was operated by Camelot until 2022.
In 2022, Allwyn won the 10-year lottery licence after a competition.
Allwyn is owned by Czech billionaire Karel Komárek.
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France will hold its presidential election in two rounds, with the first round on April 18th and the second round on May 2nd, 2026. These dates were set by the government according to the French constitution, despite some criticism about the timing during a busy holiday period.
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The French presidential election will take place in late April and early May 2026.
The first round is scheduled for April 18th, and the final round is on May 2nd.
Emmanuel Macron’s current term will end soon, making way for the new president.
Some candidates have criticized the election dates because they coincide with a busy holiday season.
The French government says the dates follow rules set by the French constitution.
Multiple candidates will run in the first round of the election.
The election process includes two rounds to ensure a final winner is chosen.
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