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Madison Square Garden in New York City will hold two events related to the wedding of singer Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce. The events will have strict no-phone rules, limited guest lists, and street closures nearby to ensure privacy.
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The first event at Madison Square Garden is set for Thursday at 6 p.m. and will host about 100 people.
The second event will be on Friday afternoon with a cocktail hour starting at 4 p.m. and lasting until 4 a.m. Saturday.
About 1,000 people are expected to attend the second event.
Both events will have a strict no-phone policy for all attendees, workers, and security.
Portions of West 31st Street and West 33rd Street around the venue will be closed to vehicles and pedestrians during the events.
Tents and canopies will be placed to keep people from seeing arrivals and departures.
Streets 7th and 8th Avenues will remain open.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement in August 2025 but have not publicly confirmed wedding details.
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A weather system off the southeastern U.S. coast may develop into Tropical Storm Bertha as it moves toward Florida later this week. The National Hurricane Center says there is a low chance (10%) it will form in the next two days, but conditions could change as it nears warmer waters.
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The system is currently disorganized and has a 10% chance of becoming a tropical storm within 48 hours.
If named, Bertha would be the second storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts a below-average hurricane season due to expected El Niño conditions.
El Niño typically increases upper-level winds that make it harder for storms to form and strengthen.
Forecasters say dry air and a heat dome causing high temperatures may limit storm development.
The system is expected to move over the warm Gulf Stream water around July 1 or 2, which could help it develop into a tropical depression.
Even if a storm does not form, strong rip currents are expected along the Florida and Carolinas coasts starting Tuesday afternoon.
The National Hurricane Center is also monitoring a separate Pacific system with a higher (80%) chance of developing soon.
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The United Nations warned that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) could cost Africa up to $3.6 billion and cause hundreds of thousands of job losses. The outbreak began in May and has infected over 1,300 people, with concerns it may spread to neighboring countries.
Key Facts
The Ebola outbreak in the DRC involves the Bundibugyo strain, which has no tested vaccine or treatment.
Since May 15, 1,307 people have been infected, and 377 have died from the virus.
The outbreak has spread to Uganda, with risk of spreading to other neighbors like South Sudan, Rwanda, and Angola.
The UN predicts that if the outbreak spreads, it could cost Africa $3.6 billion in GDP and 328,000 jobs.
The worst impact scenario includes higher fuel costs linked to the crisis in Iran.
The outbreak’s epicenter is the conflict-affected Ituri province in the DRC.
Traditional funeral practices in the DRC, which involve close contact with bodies, have helped spread the virus.
The DRC government banned public gatherings in four provinces, including the capital Kinshasa, as a response to the outbreak and ahead of a planned protest.
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The U.S. passport has dropped out of the top 10 most powerful passports worldwide, now ranking 12th according to the Global Passport Report. Its travel freedom score fell mainly because other countries expanded visa-free access while the U.S. did not, and some countries like Brazil reinstated visa restrictions for Americans.
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The U.S. passport ranks 12th globally, tied with France, in the 2026 Global Passport Report.
The U.S. was ranked 14th in 2025 and held first place just five years ago.
Passport strength is measured by mobility (travel freedom), investment attractiveness, and quality of life.
The U.S. mobility rank dropped from 10th in 2021 to 41st in 2026.
Americans have visa-free access to 110 countries but face visa restrictions from many others.
Brazil reinstated visa requirements for Americans in 2025 after the U.S. had not reciprocated visa waiver agreements.
Other countries, like China, have expanded visa-free access, increasing their passport strength.
The top 10 most powerful passports are from Sweden, Switzerland, Finland, Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands, Ireland, the UK, Singapore, and Norway.
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Police and investigators are searching offices and homes in France and other EU countries linked to the far-right Identity and Democracy group. The European Public Prosecutor’s Office suspects this now disbanded group, which included France's National Rally party, misused about 4.3 million euros of EU funds between 2019 and 2024.
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The Identity and Democracy (ID) group of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) is suspected of misusing EU funds.
France's far-right National Rally (RN) party was a member of the ID group.
Investigations are ongoing in France and other EU countries, led by the European Public Prosecutor’s Office.
The suspected amount misused is around 4.3 million euros (about 5 million dollars) from 2019 to 2024.
The ID group dissolved after the 2024 elections and was replaced by the Patriots for Europe group, also led by RN leader Jordan Bardella.
Bardella said searches started early in the morning and involved communications service offices and private homes linked to the RN.
The investigation into the misuse of funds began formally in July 2025 after a parliamentary report raised concerns.
Marine Le Pen, former RN leader and three-time presidential candidate, faces a possible ban that could force her to quit the 2027 presidential race in France.
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Colombia’s recent presidential election saw the far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella narrowly defeat leftwing candidate Iván Cepeda. Outgoing president Gustavo Petro accused President Donald Trump of interfering in the election through support for de la Espriella and warned about the growing role of disinformation and private data in influencing votes across Latin America.
Key Facts
Iván Cepeda lost the Colombian presidential election and conceded defeat.
Abelardo de la Espriella, a far-right lawyer, won by a very small margin.
President Donald Trump publicly endorsed de la Espriella during the election.
Outgoing Colombian president Gustavo Petro claimed Trump interfered in the election but offered no proof of vote fraud.
Petro’s government had focused on reducing poverty and shifting away from fossil fuels before facing economic challenges like rising electricity prices.
There are concerns about modern elections being influenced by disinformation, data misuse, and social media manipulation rather than direct vote tampering.
Similar patterns of alleged interference have been reported in Latin American elections in Honduras, Chile, and Argentina.
Experts warn democracies risk damage when political tools like social media and data are controlled by private and unregulated actors.
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Shark sightings and activity are increasing along the U.S. East Coast due to the annual summer migration from June to September. Officials say this is a normal pattern showing a healthy ocean environment, and there is no proof sharks are attacking people on purpose.
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New York advises beachgoers to be “Shark Smart” during shark migration season from June to September.
The New York Department of Environmental Conservation warns that shark attacks on humans are rare and offers safety tips for swimmers and surfers.
Long Island State Parks will use 46 drones and 67 trained operators to watch for sharks during peak summer.
Over 13 shark species migrate through New York waters yearly, which shows a healthy marine ecosystem.
New Jersey monitors shark activity using tagged sharks tracked by the group OCEARCH.
Maine officials raised warning flags at Cedar Beach after a Great White shark was spotted offshore.
Researchers on Cape Cod are tagging juvenile white sharks and studying dusky sharks to learn about their behavior.
Florida has the most recorded shark bites in the U.S., but recent bite numbers are decreasing.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said that no agreement was made with President Trump to end the war in Ukraine. This contradicts earlier claims from Kremlin officials who said the two leaders had reached a deal during a meeting in Alaska.
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Putin confirmed that no agreement was made with President Trump to end the war in Ukraine.
The war has lasted for more than four years.
Kremlin officials previously said a deal was made in August during a summit in Anchorage, Alaska.
Putin denied that any such agreement was reached at the meeting.
The announcement clarifies confusion about talks between Russia and the United States on the conflict.
The Alaska meeting took place during President Trump’s term.
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The UK government has announced a defence investment plan that adds £15 billion to its defence budget, reaching £270 billion over four years. The plan focuses on new nuclear weapons, combat aircraft, and more uncrewed military technology, but some say the funding is still less than what is needed.
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The UK will increase defence spending from £54 billion a year in 2024 to £80 billion by 2029, a 27% rise.
Total defence spending over the next four years will be £270 billion.
This spending equals about 2.7% of the UK's economic output (GDP) by 2030, below NATO's 3% target.
£63 billion is set aside for the UK’s nuclear weapons and related systems.
£11 billion will replace weapons sent to Ukraine, such as anti-tank and artillery systems.
£8 billion will go to a new fighter jet project with Italy and Japan, including drones to work alongside pilots.
£790 million will improve air and missile defences with new radars and counter-drone systems.
The plan shifts military focus from expensive large weapons to smaller, cheaper uncrewed systems.
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A roof collapsed at a private tuition center near Lahore, Pakistan, killing 14 children. Emergency services rescued several children, most between seven and eleven years old, and authorities have started an investigation.
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The roof collapse happened in the Kahna suburb near Lahore.
Fourteen children died in the accident.
Most victims were between seven and eleven years old.
Five people were injured in the incident.
Rescue services responded within an hour after the call.
Two people were taken into custody as part of the investigation.
The incident occurred at a private tuition center.
Emergency service Rescue 1122 handled the rescue operation.
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A toddler was rescued alive after being trapped under rubble for six days following earthquakes in Caracas, Venezuela. The rescue team from Jordan used special thermal cameras to find the child. The earthquakes have caused over 1,700 deaths and left many people missing.
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The rescue happened in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela.
Two earthquakes hit Venezuela one after the other.
More than 1,700 people have died due to the earthquakes.
Tens of thousands of people are still missing.
A rescue team from Jordan took part in the operation.
They used thermal imaging, a technology that detects heat, to locate the toddler.
The toddler survived being trapped under the rubble for six days.
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A fishing charter boat sank quickly off the coast of Vancouver, Canada, leading to six people believed to have drowned. Rescue teams, including police and a passing yacht crew, searched for survivors in cold, dangerous waters; two people remain in critical condition.
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The fishing charter boat was carrying 10 people when it sank near Vancouver.
The boat sank suddenly around midday on Sunday, with no distress call made.
None of the passengers were wearing lifejackets.
Two survivors are in critical condition, two others have been discharged from hospital.
A passing yacht crew helped rescue some passengers after spotting people in the water.
Cold water and strong currents made survival difficult and shortened the time survivors could stay alive.
The RCMP is investigating the cause of the sinking, including possible collision or criminal activity.
Search teams used underwater units and air force planes to scan the area for hours.
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Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz increased on Monday after attacks involving the United States and Iran over the weekend. According to maritime tracking, more ships passed through this important water route, which is vital for global energy supplies.
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The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for shipping, especially oil and gas transport.
Over the weekend, the U.S. and Iran carried out strikes against each other.
On Saturday, 39 ships passed through the strait; on Sunday, 24 ships did; and on Monday, 40 ships transited.
The number of ships moving through the strait shows recovery after the weekend’s conflict.
The situation affects global energy markets because the strait is a major shipping route for oil.
Maritime tracking firm Kpler provided the data on ship movements.
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran can impact international shipping and energy security.
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David Lammy, the UK justice secretary, is asking the US government for a full explanation about a case where a US pilot strangled a woman in the UK but was tried only by the US military. The pilot was convicted by a US court martial but did not face trial in British courts, raising concerns about how such crimes are handled on UK soil.
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A US air force pilot strangled Sarah Steele, an academic, at his home in Cambridge, UK.
Cambridgeshire police handed the investigation over to the US military, which prosecuted the pilot at a US base in the UK.
The pilot, Captain Jacob Wulfson, was convicted of strangling but acquitted of sexual assault by a US military court with an all-male jury.
He received a six-month sentence at a US military corrections facility and was dismissed from the air force.
British officials are reviewing the case and discussing it with the US government to understand what happened fully.
The case highlights an agreement allowing US military courts to try some crimes committed by US personnel in the UK, even if off duty.
More than 12,000 US military personnel are stationed on at least 15 bases in the UK.
Some UK politicians argue these crimes should be investigated and tried in UK courts to ensure justice for victims.
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The article reviews the film "Citizen Vigilante," starring Armie Hammer as an American ex-soldier in Croatia who uses violence against migrants and others he blames for crime. The review criticizes the movie for poor acting, low production quality, and promoting controversial themes about migrants and the judiciary.
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Armie Hammer stars as Sanders, a man fighting migrants and officials in Croatia.
The film is written, produced, and directed by Uwe Boll, known for low-budget movies.
Hammer’s character uses weapons and violence against migrants, police, and judges.
The movie has been promoted online by Elon Musk.
The film tries to imitate older vigilante movies but lacks their quality and depth.
The review highlights Hammer’s past legal issues, noting charges were dropped.
The movie is seen as politically controversial, focusing on migrant-related crime claims in Europe.
The reviewer suggests the film is incoherent and badly acted.
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Israeli government actions have accelerated land use changes and settlement expansion in Gaza and the West Bank. Israeli forces have altered sites in Hebron, advanced settlement plans in northern Gaza, and declared Palestinian lands as state land, expanding Israeli control over these areas.
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Israeli forces installed steel beams over the Ibrahimi Mosque courtyard in Hebron and blocked the Muslim call to prayer for over a week.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced completion of plans for three new settlements in northern Gaza, asking Prime Minister Netanyahu to approve them.
Israeli forces moved cement markers westward along Gaza’s “Yellow Line,” increasing territory under Israeli control.
Israeli authorities declared 0.465 square kilometers near Sinjil as state land to legalize the Givat Haroeh outpost and connect it to other settlements.
Settlers built new roads and fences on private Palestinian land near Kobar and Beitillu, creating a new outpost between al-Mazraa ash-Sharqiya and Kafr Malek.
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs reported nearly 65% of Gaza is “access-restricted” for Palestinians.
The UN Commission found that Israeli forces deliberately killed at least 20,179 Palestinian children between October 2023 and October 2025, describing this as part of broader genocidal intent, though Israel denies the claims.
Israeli human rights group B’Tselem documented the killing of 241 Palestinian children and teens in the West Bank from October 2023, highlighting lack of accountability.
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Taylor Sheridan, creator of the TV show "Yellowstone," explained that actor Kevin Costner planned to be on the show for only three seasons. The story was meant to shift focus to the younger Dutton family members, but after the show's big success, Costner stayed longer before deciding to leave to pursue other work.
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Kevin Costner played John Dutton, the lead role on "Yellowstone" for four seasons.
Costner initially signed on for three seasons.
The storyline was designed to gradually focus on the next generation of the Dutton family.
Due to the show's strong success, Costner's role was extended beyond the original plan.
Costner decided to leave to do other projects, and his character was killed off in Season 5’s second half premiere.
Scheduling conflicts and frequent script changes contributed to Costner’s exit.
Sheridan said the plan to pass leadership to younger characters was always intended, but the timing changed.
Costner’s departure reflects challenges in balancing creative plans and practical issues in modern TV production.
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Venezuela experienced two earthquakes that caused significant damage and left many people missing. Families, including Daniel Lansberg-Rodriguez’s, are still searching for their loved ones days after the disaster.
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Venezuela was hit by twin earthquakes.
More than 58,000 buildings were destroyed or damaged.
The city of La Guaira remains deeply affected five days after the quakes.
Many people are reported missing following the earthquakes.
Families continue efforts to find missing relatives.
The article includes a personal story from Daniel Lansberg-Rodriguez about his missing mother-in-law.
The disaster has caused shock and disruption in the affected areas.
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South Africa is experiencing large protests against immigrants, causing violence and fear. Thousands of immigrants are fleeing the country, with some governments helping their citizens leave. The protests have led to deaths, displacement, and threats against foreign nationals living in South Africa.
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Anti-immigration protests are happening across South Africa, with thousands participating.
At least four people have been killed during recent violence linked to these protests.
Immigrants face threats and are being forced to leave by a self-imposed deadline of June 30.
More than 25,000 immigrants have been sent back to their home countries by police efforts.
Many immigrants are living in makeshift camps or rough conditions after fleeing homes.
Some landlords have evicted tenants who are immigrants due to fear of backlash.
Immigrants report difficulty renewing work permits, leading to undocumented status.
Local people often blame immigrants for economic problems like unemployment and crime.
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Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian energy facilities have worsened fuel shortages in Russia. President Vladimir Putin acknowledged the problem publicly, saying fuel rationing and queues at gas stations are happening due to these strikes.
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Ukraine has increased drone attacks on Russia’s energy infrastructure, including oil refineries, gas plants, and fuel ports.
Russian President Putin admitted fuel shortages and rationing linked to these attacks.
The Norsi oil refinery near Nizhny Novgorod, Russia’s fourth-largest, stopped operating after a Ukrainian drone strike.
Ukraine also hit the Orenburg gas processing plant near the Kazakhstan border, far from the battlefront.
Ukraine’s long-range drones attacked oil facilities in Crimea and the port of Kavkaz, which supply Russian forces.
Experts say Ukraine targets vital parts of refineries called catalytic cracking units, which are costly and hard to replace.
Ukraine’s FP-5 missile, with a range of 3,000 km, helps reach targets deep inside Russia.
Ukraine’s campaign shows that Russia’s large energy system is hard to defend and is being stretched thin.
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