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Two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela, killing at least 1,450 people, including family members of professional football players. Rescue teams have been searching for survivors, but the chance of finding anyone alive has decreased after three days.
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Two earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela last Wednesday.
At least 1,450 people have died, with officials warning deaths could rise to 10,000.
Lucas Trejo, an Argentinian football player, lost his wife and two children in the disaster.
Héctor Bello, another football player, lost his wife who died protecting their baby daughter.
Young football players Victor Palacios and Razan Sijaa also died, along with their families.
Rescue teams worked for three days but said the best chance to find survivors ended after 72 hours.
The earthquakes were the strongest in Venezuela since 1900.
The worst damage was in La Guaira, a coastal city near Caracas.
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Andy Burnham announced plans to create a new government office called No 10 North, based in Manchester, to help distribute power and resources more evenly across the UK. His proposal aims to support growth and improve living conditions outside London by making government work more efficiently in different regions.
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Andy Burnham will set up No 10 North in Manchester to extend government power beyond London.
The goal is to promote balanced growth and development across all regions of the UK, including the Midlands, South West, East of England, and London.
This plan is part of Burnham’s 2024 policy manifesto.
Burnham also promised the biggest council house-building program in the postwar period.
He wants to reform business rates to help local pubs and shops.
Burnham emphasizes raising the status of technical education to the same level as university education.
The proposal includes giving more focus to “social value” when awarding public contracts.
Burnham supports 10-year plans to reduce utility costs by increasing public control.
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The UK will experience cooler temperatures this week after breaking heat records last week, including a new June high of 37.7°C in Norfolk. However, the cool spell may be brief as high pressure systems could bring another heatwave in early July.
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A new June temperature record of 37.7°C was recorded in Lingwood, Norfolk on June 26.
This breaks the previous June record of 35.6°C set in 1976.
Cooler weather will arrive with south-westerly winds bringing rain and lower humidity.
Northern and western parts of the UK may see showers and thunderstorms midweek.
Southeastern England may stay dry and warm, with highs around 25–26°C.
A high-pressure area from the Azores might cause a new heatwave starting this weekend or early July.
Heatwaves in the UK are becoming stronger and more frequent due to human-caused climate change.
Long-term forecasts show more hot spells are likely in July and August.
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A 4.6-magnitude aftershock struck near Caracas, Venezuela, following two major earthquakes on Wednesday that caused nearly 1,500 deaths. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with international aid arriving to help survivors and provide relief supplies.
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The 4.6-magnitude aftershock occurred north of Caracas at a depth of 10 km.
No immediate damage was reported from this aftershock.
The two earthquakes on Wednesday killed about 1,450 people, according to Jorge Rodriguez, president of Venezuela’s National Assembly.
Rescue teams from Venezuela, Mexico, and El Salvador helped save a 21-year-old trapped in a collapsed building, described as a "miracle" rescue.
China pledged $14.7 million in disaster relief and will send emergency supplies and satellite images to assist rescue efforts.
At least eight Chinese nationals died in the earthquakes, and one remains missing.
Twenty-four countries have sent over 500 tons of supplies and more than 2,700 rescue workers, including search dogs.
An explosion at a state-run oil facility in Venezuela injured eight workers, who were sent to Colombia for medical care.
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Thousands of Vespa scooter riders took part in a parade through the center of Rome to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Vespa scooter. The Vespa is a well-known symbol of Italian culture and lifestyle.
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The Vespa scooter turned 80 years old in 2026.
A large group of riders gathered in Rome for a parade.
The event took place in the historic center of the city.
Vespa scooters are recognized as an important part of Italian culture.
The celebration highlighted the scooter’s long history and popularity.
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Three sisters, Jane Adetoro, Christina Walters, and Rebecca Walters, died in the sea near Brighton on May 13, 2026. Their family held a funeral in London, and police are investigating the circumstances of their deaths, with no signs of third-party involvement found.
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The three sisters were aged 36, 32, and 31.
They died in a sea incident near Black Rock car park, Madeira Drive, Brighton.
Emergency services were called around 5:45 a.m. on May 13.
Jane and Christina’s bodies were recovered by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI); Rebecca’s body washed ashore nearby.
The sisters lived together in Greenford, London, and were originally from Luton.
Their father described losing them as "unbearable" and spoke at their funeral.
Police have reviewed hundreds of hours of CCTV and interviewed witnesses as part of the investigation.
The inquest opened in May and is expected to continue in October, aiming to establish how they died.
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Andy Burnham plans to create No 10 North, a new center to manage the transfer of power and resources across the UK. He aims to improve public services, support British businesses, and boost housebuilding to help areas that have been left behind, while promising some financial help to people facing rising living costs.
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Andy Burnham wants to set up No 10 North as the main hub for devolving power within the UK.
He describes the current Westminster political system as "broken" and wants big changes.
No 10 North would focus on increasing public ownership of utilities like water, energy, and housing.
The plan includes reindustrializing parts of the country and regenerating towns that have struggled.
Burnham promises the largest council housebuilding program since after World War II.
He wants the government to support British companies in public contracts, even if it costs more.
Burnham hints at early help for people struggling with the cost of living once he becomes prime minister.
He plans to keep public finances stable and will announce his key cabinet picks closer to taking power.
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Five people were killed and several others injured in a shooting at a youth welfare center in Stade, Germany. Police detained two suspects, but the motive behind the attack is still unknown.
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The shooting happened at a youth welfare center in Stade, northern Germany.
Five people died and others were hurt in the attack.
Police have arrested two suspects related to the shooting.
One of the suspects is believed to be the attacker.
Officials do not yet know why the shooting took place.
The police conducted a major operation on Dankersstrasse, a street south of Stade’s city center.
Residents were told to avoid the area and follow emergency services’ instructions.
Stade is located about 40 kilometers (25 miles) from Hamburg and has around half a million people living there.
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Five people died and several others were hurt in a shooting at a youth center in Stade, northern Germany. Police arrested two suspects, including the person believed to have fired the shots, and said there is no ongoing danger to the public.
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The shooting happened on Monday at a youth welfare facility in Stade, Germany.
Five people were killed in the attack.
Several others were injured, but the exact number was not given.
Police arrested two suspects; one is thought to be the shooter.
The town of Stade has about 50,000 people and is near Hamburg.
German gun laws are strict, and mass shootings are rare but do occur.
Authorities are investigating the reasons behind the shooting.
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London artist Georgia Semple creates paintings with distorted figures to show how people's perception can change over time. Her work explores themes like faith, addiction, and her Guyanese background, encouraging viewers to think about their own beliefs and truths.
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Georgia Semple is an artist based in London.
Her paintings often show warped or distorted human figures.
The distorted figures symbolize the changing nature of perception in life.
Themes in her art include faith, addiction, and her heritage from Guyana.
She wants her art to make people question their own ideas and beliefs.
Semple discussed her work in an interview with FRANCE 24.
Her art aims to provoke thought about reality versus perception.
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A 12-year-old child was injured by a bison at Yellowstone National Park near an area called Mud Volcano. The child was taken to a hospital, and the park service is investigating the incident. Visitors are warned to keep a safe distance from bison because these animals can be dangerous.
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The injury happened around 9:15 a.m. near Yellowstone's Mud Volcano boardwalk.
The injured child was taken to a nearby hospital by emergency medical staff.
Bison have been seen near popular areas like Mud Volcano, Old Faithful geyser, and Lake Village.
In recent years, several visitors have been injured by bison after getting too close.
Yellowstone covers more than 2.2 million acres across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho.
Visitors should stay at least 25 yards away from bison and other wildlife to avoid danger.
Bison can run up to 30 miles per hour and weigh up to 2,000 pounds for males.
Yellowstone's bison population has ranged from 3,500 to 6,000 animals in recent years.
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Andy Burnham, three weeks away from becoming the UK Prime Minister, plans to use his experience as Mayor of Greater Manchester to guide his leadership. He proposes to shift significant government powers away from London to regional offices, starting with a new "Number 10 North" office in Manchester, and to give more authority to local leaders across the UK.
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Andy Burnham has previously tried to become Prime Minister twice but did not succeed.
He spent a decade as Mayor of Greater Manchester, a key part of his political approach called "Manchesterism."
Burnham plans to create a new prime ministerial office in Manchester called "Number 10 North."
This office will focus on major projects like council housebuilding, possibly shifting responsibilities from existing government departments.
He wants to devolve power from Westminster, giving more control to local leaders, including those in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Burnham sees this as the biggest shift of power in UK political history.
The speech included promises to raise living standards, reform business taxes to help small businesses, and provide extra support for people facing rising costs.
Burnham emphasized the importance of unity across regions, including rural areas, coastal towns, and London.
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Five people died in a shooting at a youth center in Stade, northern Germany. Police arrested two people, including one suspect, and said some others were injured but the area is now safe.
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The shooting happened at a youth center in Stade, northern Germany.
Five people were killed in the incident.
Two people were arrested by the police; one is a suspect.
Several others were injured during the shooting.
Police confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Emergency services responded in large numbers to the scene.
Police advised people to avoid the area near the youth center.
Stade is a town with about 50,000 people, located west of Hamburg.
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The US and Iran have agreed to pause military actions after recent attacks near the Strait of Hormuz. Talks will continue to work towards a permanent end to the fighting, including a planned meeting in Qatar at Iran's request.
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The US and Iran exchanged military strikes in the Strait of Hormuz over several days.
Both countries accused each other of violating a ceasefire agreed less than two weeks ago.
A 14-point deal signed on 17 June aimed to stop military actions and allow safe passage for commercial ships for 60 days.
US President Donald Trump announced a meeting in Doha, Qatar, requested by Iran.
Recent attacks included an Iranian projectile hitting a cargo ship and US and Iranian strikes on military targets.
The US said there were no casualties or damage from the strikes on US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important route for oil and gas shipments.
The US also helped mediate a peace framework between Israel and Lebanon, though Hezbollah rejected it and fighting continued.
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China has canceled $50 million in loans to Sudan during the country’s ongoing civil war, as part of their long-standing relationship based on oil and infrastructure. This relief comes at a time when Sudan is facing a deep economic crisis and limited support from Western countries.
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China waived four interest-free loans to Sudan totaling about $50 million.
Sudan’s external debt before the war was over $56 billion and has likely grown since.
The war in Sudan started three years ago and has caused major economic and social problems.
More than 1.5 million people have died, and about 14 million have been displaced by the conflict.
Less than 14% of Sudan’s health facilities are still working, and many jobs have disappeared.
The Sudanese pound’s value fell drastically, from about 600 per US dollar before the war to over 5,000.
China has been Africa’s biggest trading partner for 17 years and often forgives small loans to African countries.
Western countries have largely held back financial support or imposed sanctions on Sudan due to the war.
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Venezuela is facing a serious humanitarian crisis caused by a recent earthquake combined with ongoing economic problems and a high number of displaced people. Aid agencies warn that recovery will take months and stress the need for better coordination between international and local groups to help those affected.
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Venezuela recently experienced a major earthquake.
The country was already dealing with economic collapse and displacement before the earthquake.
Public services in Venezuela are weak, making disaster response harder.
Humanitarian funding for Venezuela has decreased.
The earthquake has created a prolonged crisis, not just a short emergency.
Aid organizations face many logistical challenges in reaching victims.
Recovery efforts are expected to take months, not weeks.
Coordination between international and local aid groups is crucial for effective help.
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A senior South African police officer, Maj-Gen Feroz Khan, survived an assassination attempt in Johannesburg while driving home. Khan was due to testify at a public inquiry investigating criminal activity within South Africa’s police force and was previously arrested over alleged illegal gold dealing.
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Maj-Gen Feroz Khan was shot and rushed to hospital for emergency surgery.
The shooting happened just days before Khan’s scheduled testimony at the Madlanga commission inquiry.
Khan is a suspended deputy crime intelligence boss in South Africa’s police.
He and two others were arrested in May for alleged illegal gold dealing.
Khan had asked a court to block the inquiry from accessing his seized electronic devices but later withdrew the request.
The Madlanga commission investigates claims that organized crime has infiltrated the police and government.
A previous witness in the inquiry was killed three weeks after giving testimony.
Police say it is too early to link Khan’s shooting to his upcoming testimony.
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The United States and Iran exchanged military strikes recently, putting a peace agreement between them at risk. The U.S. says talks have resumed, but Iran has not confirmed these discussions.
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The U.S. and Iran carried out military attacks against each other over the past weekend.
These actions endangered the existing peace deal between the two countries.
The U.S. government reports that communication has started again to ease tensions.
Iran has not officially confirmed that talks are happening.
The situation remains uncertain as both sides try to resolve their conflict peacefully.
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Pakistani airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan killed at least 36 civilians and injured many others during operations targeting militant groups accused of attacking Pakistan. The strikes increased tensions along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, continuing a series of violent clashes between the two countries.
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Pakistani airstrikes targeted eastern Afghan provinces after a militant attack in Karachi that killed three Pakistani security personnel.
Afghan officials reported 36 civilians killed and 163 wounded in the airstrikes.
The Pakistani government said the strikes were aimed at terrorist groups Jamaat-ul-Ahrar and Fitna al-Khawarij.
Afghan Taliban officials said homes and villages were hit, including civilian casualties and livestock losses.
Militants attacked Pakistani paramilitary headquarters in Karachi before the strikes, with Jamaat-ul-Ahrar claiming responsibility.
Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to a ceasefire in March, but violence has continued on both sides.
The Pakistani Taliban (TTP) and allied groups are blamed for many attacks inside Pakistan.
Efforts by various countries to mediate peace between Pakistan and Afghanistan have so far failed, and the border remains mostly closed.
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The UK government plans to create a new Independent Immigration Appeals Authority (IIAA) to have members of the public decide asylum appeal cases instead of immigration judges. This new body aims to reduce the current long delays in cases and begin operations by late 2027.
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The UK Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, will introduce the IIAA to hear asylum appeals now handled by tribunals.
The new appeals body will include trained public members who are paid, unlike current volunteer magistrates.
The changes aim to clear over 150,000 pending cases, which currently take an average of 61 weeks to resolve.
The government says the reforms will speed up decisions and removals of people who have no right to stay.
Critics worry the reforms could harm human rights and have called for more compassion in border controls.
The reforms are part of a planned Immigration and Asylum Bill expected soon.
Labour Party pressures the current government on immigration issues, while also preparing for leadership changes.
The idea is modeled on the magistrate system, where community members handle some court cases after training.
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