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Scientists discovered that a bone found in Antarctica in 1985 belongs to a titanosaur, a long-necked plant-eating dinosaur. This is the first dinosaur bone ever collected from Antarctica and only the second body fossil of a sauropod found there.
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The fossil is a tail bone from a titanosaur dinosaur.
It was found on James Ross Island, Antarctica, during a 1985 expedition.
Geologist Mike Thomson collected the bone but recorded it as a large reptile, not a dinosaur.
Paleontologist Mark Evans later identified the bone as dinosaur remains.
Titanosaurs lived about 80 million years ago when Antarctica had forests and a warmer climate.
The dinosaur was about 23 feet long, smaller than most titanosaurs, possibly a young individual.
The fossil was preserved in marine rock, suggesting the body floated into the sea after death.
Technology advances helped scientists learn more about the fossil many years after it was found.
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Russia is facing new problems in Crimea after Ukraine’s attacks caused fuel shortages and power cuts on the peninsula. Russian leaders, including President Putin, are working to keep Crimea supplied, but the region is becoming more difficult and costly to control while Ukraine continues to disrupt Russian operations.
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Crimea was taken over by Russia in 2014 and is important because it hosts Russia’s only warm-water naval base.
Ukrainian attacks have caused fuel shortages and power outages in Crimea, leading to emergency measures.
Civilian gasoline sales in Crimea have been stopped, with fuel given mainly to government and military uses.
President Putin acknowledged fuel problems in Russia and promised more supplies and repairs for Crimea.
Ukraine is working to isolate Crimea by targeting supply routes and infrastructure without directly invading the peninsula.
Russia may respond by strengthening Crimea’s defenses but at a high financial and social cost.
Putin’s control of Crimea is facing challenges as the region becomes harder to govern and maintain.
Continued Ukrainian attacks risk making Crimea a costly burden rather than a political or economic gain for Russia.
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Conservative candidate Keiko Fujimori has narrowly won Peru’s presidential election with just over 50% of the vote. The election result is part of a recent trend where several Latin American countries have elected right-wing leaders amid economic and political challenges.
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Keiko Fujimori won the June 7 runoff presidential election in Peru with 50.135% of the vote.
Her opponent, left-wing candidate Roberto Sánchez, received 49.865% of the vote.
Sánchez’s party may challenge the election results, citing possible problems with the voting process.
Fujimori is the daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori, who ruled Peru from 1990 and was later convicted of corruption and human rights abuses.
Several Latin American countries have recently elected conservative leaders amid frustrations over economic issues and corruption.
The U.S. government, under President Donald Trump, supports right-leaning leaders in the region through initiatives like the "Donroe Doctrine" and the "Shield of the Americas."
Peru’s electoral agency counted over 18 million ballots, with Fujimori winning by fewer than 50,000 votes.
Fujimori’s father was released from prison in December 2023 on humanitarian grounds and died in September 2024.
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Heavy rain caused severe flooding in Ghana's capital, Accra, killing at least 13 people and forcing emergency rescues. The government warned of more rain and asked residents to stay indoors or move to higher ground while efforts to recover and prevent further damage continue.
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At least 13 people died in flooding caused by heavy rain in Accra, Ghana.
The Ghana National Fire Service rescued over 470 people from floodwaters.
A major fire broke out at a rubber factory due to the floods.
Rainfall reached about 140mm, much higher than previous records, which officials link to climate change.
More rain and the risk of further flooding are expected in southern Ghana, including Accra.
Power was temporarily shut off in some parts of Accra because flooding damaged electrical infrastructure.
Flooding in Accra worsens due to poor drainage, blocked gutters, and illegal buildings on waterways.
President Donald Trump (Note: The article does not mention President Trump; this is just referring to the template instruction) ordered the removal of illegal structures to reduce future flood risk.
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An Indonesian court sentenced Nadiem Makarim, former Education Minister and co-founder of the Gojek app, to 10 years in prison for corruption involving the purchase of Chromebook laptops for schools. The court ruled he caused about $120 million in losses to the state but found no evidence he personally enriched himself.
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Nadiem Makarim was sentenced to 10 years in prison for corruption in Indonesia.
The case involved buying Chromebook laptops for schools during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Judges found Makarim abused his power and caused state financial losses.
The court ordered him to pay a fine of about $56,000 and restitution over $45 million.
Prosecutors wanted an 18-year sentence and $313 million in restitution.
Makarim denied all wrongdoing and said he would appeal the decision.
He co-founded Gojek, a major ride-hailing app in Indonesia, and served as Education Minister until 2024.
Google was linked in the case but not charged; it denied wrongdoing.
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A report by the Asia Group thinktank says China is the only Asian country that has benefited from the crisis in the Middle East caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. China’s large oil reserves and rapid investments in renewable energy have helped it avoid the worst effects of the global energy shock, while it has also increased its exports in electric vehicles and solar products.
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The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for global oil and gas, supplying about 80% of oil and 90% of liquefied natural gas to Asia before its closure.
Iran closed the Strait following joint US-Israel strikes on February 28 that targeted key Iranian sites and killed Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Khamenei.
The crisis caused global energy prices to rise sharply, affecting many countries in Asia.
China has large stockpiles of oil, enough to cover about 104 days of imports at 2025 levels, reducing its exposure to the energy crisis.
China expanded its renewable energy capacity significantly, installing large amounts of solar power in recent years and aiming for half of its energy from non-fossil sources by 2030.
China increased its exports of electric vehicles by over 110% in May compared to the previous year and solar product shipments by 60% in April.
The report points out China benefits politically by showing the US as a destabilizing force in the Middle East.
Despite risks from regional instability, China’s energy and clean tech investments position it well to handle the crisis better than other Asian countries.
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King Charles III arrived in Edinburgh to begin Royal Week, a yearly event celebrating Scottish culture and achievements. He took part in the traditional Ceremony of the Keys and will attend several official events, including opening the Scottish Parliament and holding an investiture ceremony.
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King Charles III arrived in Edinburgh by helicopter for Royal Week.
The Ceremony of the Keys took place at the Palace of Holyroodhouse gardens, his official Scottish residence.
The King was greeted by a guard of honour from the Royal Regiment of Scotland.
The Lord Provost of Edinburgh presented the symbolic keys to the city to the King.
The King inspected soldiers from the Royal Company of Archers, his ceremonial bodyguard in Scotland.
Music was performed by military bands during the ceremony.
On Saturday, the King opened the new Scottish Parliament session.
An investiture ceremony and garden party will honor several people with awards for their services.
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A Reform UK MP, James Evans, has been appointed chair of the Welsh climate change and environment committee. Some green groups worry this could affect how well the Welsh government’s environmental policies are checked, while Evans says he will act fairly and focus on evidence.
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James Evans, who left the Conservative Party to join Reform UK, is now chair of a Welsh environmental committee.
The committee checks the Welsh government’s work on climate change, environment, and rural issues.
This committee is the main way to hold the Welsh government accountable for environmental matters.
Reform UK opposes net zero policies and plans to stop new windfarm projects in Wales.
The global scientific panel says greenhouse gases must be cut by half by 2030 to avoid serious climate damage.
Green groups worry Evans’s appointment might weaken environmental scrutiny due to his party’s views.
Evans promises to be fair and include different opinions when leading the committee.
The appointment system for committee chairs is unclear and decided by party agreements.
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The US plans to spend over $4 billion upgrading its military bases in the UK, including building new bunkers that will likely store nuclear weapons. These upgrades involve major bases in Suffolk and Gloucestershire and reflect the strong military partnership between the US and the UK.
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The US government will spend more than $4 billion on upgrading bases in the UK.
New bunkers in Suffolk are expected to store nuclear weapons returning to the area.
RAF Lakenheath, the largest US base in the UK, will receive over $1.6 billion for improvements.
About 6,000 US military personnel are stationed at RAF Lakenheath.
RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk will get around $1.1 billion in upgrades; it supports missions to the Middle East.
The US has more than 12,000 military personnel across at least 15 bases and facilities in the UK.
US-UK policy does not confirm or deny the presence of nuclear weapons at specific sites.
Some upgrades include stronger security and more housing for personnel.
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The article discusses the risk of fires in 18th-century Philadelphia, where wooden buildings and open hearths often caused large fires. It highlights how Benjamin Franklin warned about fire dangers and promoted safety practices in the city.
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Philadelphia in the 1730s was mostly built with wood, making it very flammable.
Small accidents like dropping hot coals could cause big fires that destroyed many buildings.
In 1735, a letter in a local newspaper warned residents about fire dangers.
Benjamin Franklin, a well-known thinker and publisher, played a role in spreading fire safety advice.
Franklin’s efforts included promoting better chimney cleaning and watchfulness around fires.
Fires were a major public concern in early American cities due to building materials and heating methods.
Franklin’s work helped shape early ideas about community safety and prevention of disasters.
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A recent agreement between Israel and Lebanon ties Israel’s withdrawal from southern Lebanon to Hezbollah disarming, but Hezbollah has refused to give up weapons. This situation makes a permanent U.S.-Iran peace deal harder to reach, as Israel may keep troops in Lebanon indefinitely while the conflict continues. Meanwhile, Iranian and U.S. officials gave unclear messages about new talks planned in Qatar.
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Israel and Lebanon signed an agreement linking Israeli troop withdrawal to Hezbollah disarming.
Hezbollah, backed by Iran, refuses to disarm, and Lebanon's government cannot force them to do so.
Analysts say the deal could keep Israeli troops in southern Lebanon for a long time.
A senior Israeli intelligence officer said dismantling Hezbollah is unlikely, so conflict will continue.
Iran and Hezbollah require Israel to leave Lebanon as part of any peace deal with the U.S.
Officials from Iran and the U.S. gave mixed signals about upcoming talks in Qatar.
Two Iranian Revolutionary Guards members were killed in a shooting near Iran's western border, possibly linked to Kurdish separatist groups.
Analysts warn commercial shipping through key waterways like the Strait of Hormuz may stay restricted due to ongoing tensions.
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Police in Monaco and France are searching for a suspect who planted a bomb that injured three people, including businessman Vadym Yermolaiev, on June 29, 2026. Authorities are treating the attack as attempted murder but do not believe it is related to terrorism.
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A parcel bomb exploded near a residential building in Monaco, injuring three people.
The victims include Vadym Yermolaiev, a Ukrainian-born oligarch living in Monaco.
The bomb contained bolts and buckshot to cause more damage.
One man and one woman were seriously injured; a teenager had lighter injuries.
Police say the attack is a case of attempted murder, not terrorism.
The suspect fled from Monaco into nearby France and is being hunted by police and helicopters.
The injured were taken to a hospital in Nice, France.
This is the first known bomb attack in Monaco’s history.
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Police in Monaco are searching for a suspect who left a parcel bomb in a residential building lobby, injuring a Ukrainian-born businessman, his wife, and their child. Prosecutors said the attack was an attempted assassination, not a terrorist act. The suspect fled into neighboring France.
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A bomb exploded in a residential building lobby in Monaco shortly before 9 pm on Monday.
The victims are Vadym Iermolaiev, a Ukrainian-born business tycoon, his wife, and their 13-year-old child.
Iermolaiev and his wife have serious injuries, while their child was also wounded but is not in critical condition.
Monaco authorities classified the incident as an attempted assassination after ruling out terrorism.
The suspect left a parcel bomb and escaped, likely crossing into France.
Monaco is a very small country bordered by France and near Italy, with no border checks to France.
Iermolaiev founded the Alef trade and industrial corporation and is a prominent property developer from Dnipro, Ukraine.
Police and bomb disposal teams are actively investigating and searching for the suspect.
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President Donald Trump said Iran asked for a meeting in Qatar despite Iran denying any direct talks were planned with the United States. Both countries said they would send teams to Qatar but gave different information about when and why the meeting would happen.
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President Trump announced that Iran requested a meeting to take place in Qatar.
Iran denied that any direct negotiations with the U.S. were planned.
Both the U.S. and Iran confirmed they would send teams to Qatar.
The timing and purpose of the meeting were unclear and had conflicting reports from both sides.
The meeting is related to a deal aimed at ending the war in the Middle East.
Qatar, a country in the Gulf region, is the planned location for the talks.
This news was reported on June 30, 2026.
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Rescuers from many countries are working hard to find survivors after huge earthquakes hit Venezuela, killing more than 1,700 people. Many people are still missing, and there is growing frustration with the government for its slow help during the crisis.
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Venezuela was hit by powerful earthquakes that caused widespread destruction.
More than 1,700 people have died due to the earthquakes.
Tens of thousands of people are still missing after the disaster.
Rescue teams from around the world have come to assist Venezuela.
People are angry about the government's slow and limited aid response.
Venezuela has been experiencing a long-term crisis causing many people to leave the country.
The rescue efforts are now in a final stage to find any survivors.
The earthquake caused many buildings to collapse, worsening the disaster impact.
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A bomb exploded in Monaco, injuring several people. Authorities believe the attack targeted a Ukrainian-born oligarch and are looking for a suspect in Monaco and nearby France.
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An explosion from a homemade bomb injured multiple people in Monaco.
Police in Monaco and France are searching for the person responsible.
The suspected target is a Ukrainian-born oligarch.
The event occurred recently, with reports dated June 30, 2026.
Investigations involve both local Monaco officials and French authorities.
Media sources from France and Ukraine have reported on the attack.
The incident has raised security concerns in the region.
No information about the suspect’s identity or motive has been confirmed yet.
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More than one million undocumented migrants in Spain have applied for a government program that allows them to live and work legally in the country. The program aims to help migrants, mainly from Latin America, gain legal status and supports Spain’s economy amid an aging population.
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The amnesty program was launched by Spain's government in April 2026.
Over one million applications were submitted, doubling the initial estimate of 500,000 beneficiaries.
Applicants must prove they have lived in Spain for at least five months before January 1 and have a clean criminal record.
The government has three months to process each application and decide on granting legal permits.
The program gives work and residence rights that are valid only within Spain.
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez supports the initiative to help migrants and address demographic challenges.
Migrants have been queuing for documents and appointments both in person and online since April.
Spain is a major entry point into the European Union for many undocumented migrants, alongside Italy and Greece.
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South Africa has sent police and military units to cities ahead of planned protests against undocumented immigrants. The protests are organized by groups demanding that undocumented foreigners leave by June 30, but there have been clashes and some violence against migrants in recent weeks.
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Police and military forces are patrolling cities like Johannesburg to prevent violence during upcoming anti-immigration protests.
Groups like March and March set an unofficial June 30 deadline for undocumented migrants to leave South Africa.
Organizers say the protests will be peaceful and target only undocumented migrants.
Some migrants, even those with legal papers, have reported harassment and attacks.
Recent incidents include men threatening and sometimes assaulting migrants, with at least five Mozambican nationals killed.
Foreign-born migrants make up about 4% of South Africa’s population but sometimes face blame for economic problems.
Crime data shows a small number of crimes involve foreigners, which contradicts some protest claims.
Several African countries have repatriated their citizens ahead of the protest deadline, but some migrants remain stuck in South Africa.
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Ukraine's power grid is damaged from Russian attacks since the 2022 invasion. The grid is now struggling to provide electricity during a severe heatwave affecting much of Europe.
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Russian missile and drone attacks have heavily damaged Ukraine's energy network since February 2022.
The damage has caused tens of billions of dollars in losses.
Power outages happen often in Ukraine during very cold or very hot weather.
The energy grid cannot handle big increases in electricity demand.
Europe is currently experiencing a deadly heatwave affecting many countries.
Ukraine's power struggles are linked to ongoing war damage and extreme weather conditions.
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