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Two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela last week, leaving tens of thousands of people missing. Rescue teams from around the world, including the U.S., are helping to search for survivors.
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Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela recently.
Tens of thousands of people are still unaccounted for after the quakes.
Search and rescue operations are ongoing to find survivors.
Teams from different countries, including the United States, are involved.
The disaster has caused significant disruption and concern in Venezuela.
Efforts continue despite challenging conditions caused by the earthquakes.
Authorities have not yet reported the full number of casualties.
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The wife and two children of Argentine soccer player Lucas Trejo died after strong twin earthquakes hit Venezuela. Rescue teams and family searched for survivors amid widespread damage and many missing people.
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Powerful twin earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 hit Venezuela on Wednesday evening.
Lucas Trejo’s wife, Yanina, and children, Aaron and Ainhoa, died in the disaster.
Trejo plays for Club Sport Maritimo La Guaira, a second-division Venezuelan soccer team.
Nearly 1,500 people have died, and tens of thousands remain unaccounted for.
A U.S. rescue team saved a mother and her 9-month-old baby from the rubble.
The Venezuelan government says it is responding to the disaster, but many report few rescue teams onsite.
Online sources report about 51,000 people are still missing.
Locals continue to search for missing family members despite damage and danger.
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A newborn baby was found dead in a portable bathroom at a Michigan music festival. Festival organizers and Michigan state police are asking attendees to share any information that could help with the investigation.
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The baby was a newborn, under four weeks old.
The body was discovered in a portable bathroom in the camping area of the festival.
A portable bathroom vendor employee found the newborn during routine maintenance.
Michigan state police are leading the investigation and seeking public help.
Organizers asked people not to spread rumors on social media out of respect.
The festival shut down early Sunday night due to severe weather but resumed later.
The festival is known for its mix of electronic dance music and a Robin Hood-themed forest atmosphere.
The event had been going well aside from this tragedy and the weather disruption.
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Ukraine attacked a large Russian oil refinery in the south using drones. Russian President Vladimir Putin said the country is having some fuel shortages and promised to protect oil facilities and increase fuel production.
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Ukraine continues to launch heavy drone attacks on Russia.
A major oil refinery in southern Russia was set on fire by one of these attacks.
President Vladimir Putin admitted Russia faces a "certain deficit" or shortage of fuel.
Putin vowed to improve the protection of oil refineries.
He also pledged to increase fuel production in Russia.
This is the first time Putin publicly acknowledged the fuel shortage.
The event took place around June 29, 2026.
The Ukrainian drone attacks are aimed at disrupting Russian energy resources.
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Dame Penelope Keith, a British actress best known for her roles in the 1970s sitcoms The Good Life and To the Manor Born, has died at the age of 86 from cancer at her home in Surrey. Friends, colleagues, and fans have paid tribute to her as a talented actress who brought joy with her performances.
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Dame Penelope Keith died peacefully at home in Surrey while living with cancer.
She was 86 years old.
Keith was famous for playing Margo Leadbetter in The Good Life and Audrey fforbes-Hamilton in To the Manor Born.
She won a Bafta TV award in 1977 for best light entertainment performance.
She was made a dame in 2014 for her service to the arts.
She started her career with the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1963.
Co-star Felicity Kendal described her as a "comic genius."
Public figures and fans celebrated her work and expressed their condolences.
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Venezuela experienced two severe earthquakes that caused extensive damage and loss of life. People are urgently working to find and rescue survivors despite difficult conditions.
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Venezuela was hit by two powerful earthquakes in a short time.
The earthquakes caused widespread damage and many casualties.
Rescue teams and locals are actively searching for survivors.
Claudia Manresa, a regional manager for Project HOPE, reported on the rescue efforts.
The situation remains critical as people try to save those trapped under debris.
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Northern Venezuela was hit by two strong earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5, killing more than 1,400 people and destroying many buildings. Rescue teams from Venezuela and other countries are working to find survivors and provide aid, while the government manages recovery efforts and services.
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The earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, especially affecting Caracas and La Guaira.
Over 1,450 people have died, more than 3,150 were injured, and about 12,700 displaced.
At least 774 buildings collapsed due to the quakes.
Foreign rescue teams arrived from many countries, including the US, Brazil, El Salvador, Cuba, Mexico, and Colombia.
The US sent warships, planes, helicopters, and $150 million in aid.
Schools remain closed for at least one more week in the hardest-hit areas.
A baby and two 11-year-old boys were rescued alive from the rubble.
The government restored 75% of electricity in La Guaira and limited traffic to help emergency vehicles move faster.
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Emergency teams in Venezuela are continuing to search for survivors after two strong earthquakes caused many deaths. More than 1,450 people have died, and the critical time to rescue trapped victims has now passed.
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Venezuela experienced two powerful earthquakes.
The death toll has risen above 1,450 people.
Emergency teams used rescue dogs to find survivors.
The important 72-hour rescue window after the disaster ended.
Some survivors, including a father and son and a mother with a baby, were found during rescue efforts.
International teams have helped with the search.
The situation has caused grief and anger among people in Venezuela.
Rescue efforts continue despite the low chance of finding more survivors.
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At least five people were killed in a shooting in Stade, a town in northern Germany, police reported. Two people have been arrested, including the suspected shooter, and the police said there is no danger to the public.
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The shooting happened in Stade, a town near Hamburg, Germany.
Five people died as a result of the shooting.
Two people were detained by the police; one is the suspected shooter.
The police do not know the motive for the shooting yet.
The incident took place on Dankersstrasse, south of Stade’s town center.
There were injuries, but the number of injured people was not given.
Police confirmed no other suspects are at large.
Some media reported multiple suspects, but police have not confirmed this.
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An Israeli airstrike in central Gaza killed three people, including an eight-year-old child, and injured others. Despite a ceasefire that began in October 2023, Israeli forces continue strikes and have expanded the area they control inside Gaza.
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The airstrike hit Deir el-Balah in central Gaza, killing an eight-year-old and two men.
The victims were identified as Ali Fayez Isbaitan, Hassan Salman al-Hanajra, and Malik Wael Abu Shaweesh (the child).
Israeli military vehicles advanced in the Nuseirat refugee camp and other areas amid gunfire and shelling.
Two people were injured by shelling in Beit Lahiya in northern Gaza.
Since the October ceasefire, over 1,000 Palestinians have been killed and more than 3,000 injured, according to Gaza’s Government Media Office.
The office recorded more than 3,400 Israeli violations of the ceasefire agreement.
Israel has expanded the area it occupies inside Gaza from 53% to 64% since the ceasefire began.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has called for occupying 70% of Gaza’s territory.
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Pakistani security forces carried out an operation near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border aimed at militant groups. The Afghan Taliban reported that the strikes killed 36 civilians and injured more than 150 people in multiple provinces, while Pakistan said they targeted militants responsible for attacks in Pakistan.
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Pakistan conducted ground operations and airstrikes against militant hideouts near the Afghanistan border.
Pakistan claims the strikes killed 29 militants linked to attacks inside Pakistan.
The Afghan Taliban say 36 civilians, including women and children, were killed, and over 150 were wounded.
The strikes affected areas in Paktia, Paktika, and Kunar provinces of Afghanistan.
Taliban spokespeople posted photos and accounts of civilian casualties, which CBS News could not independently confirm.
Afghan Taliban summoned Pakistan’s diplomat to protest the bombing and violation of airspace.
The attack happened after militants attacked Pakistan’s paramilitary forces in Karachi.
Pakistan blames groups like Jamaat-ul-Ahrar and Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) for recent violence inside Pakistan.
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Five people died and several were hurt during a shooting at a youth welfare center in Stade, northern Germany. Police arrested two people, including the suspected shooter, but the reasons behind the attack are still unknown.
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The shooting happened at a youth welfare facility on Dankersstrasse in Stade, Germany.
Five people were killed and several others were injured.
Two people have been arrested, one is the suspected shooter.
Police say there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Stade is a town of about 50,000 people, located near Hamburg.
German gun laws are stricter than in the United States, and mass shootings are rare.
Police asked residents to stay away from the area during the emergency response.
The investigation is ongoing, with more information expected later.
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At the BET Awards in Los Angeles, Teyana Taylor won multiple awards including Icon of the Year and showed strong emotions during her acceptance. Lauryn Hill received a special living legend icon award and performed after a tribute featuring several well-known artists.
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Teyana Taylor received the Icon of the Year award from Janet Jackson and became emotional on stage.
Taylor also won best actress, video director of the year, and fashion vanguard awards.
She recently graduated from culinary school while continuing her music and film career.
Taylor earned a Golden Globe, an Oscar nomination, and a Grammy nomination in the past year.
Hip-hop duo Clipse won three awards including album of the year.
British singer Olivia Dean was named best new artist.
Lauryn Hill received the inaugural living legend icon award.
Lauryn Hill performed after a tribute featuring artists like Nas, SZA, Lizzo, and Queen Latifah.
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Iran has gained control over the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for about one-fifth of the world’s seaborne oil and gas. Despite a temporary pause on transit fees, Iran insists on controlling shipping lanes. The Gulf countries and the U.S. face challenges in managing this situation and must find ways to reduce Iran’s power over this vital waterway.
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The Strait of Hormuz is critical, moving around 20% of the world’s seaborne oil and gas.
Iran controls the northern shore and the longest coastline on the Gulf, giving it geographic advantage.
Iran agreed to waive tolls temporarily for 60 days but plans to charge fees later.
Oman proposed an alternative shipping lane managed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), but Iran rejected it.
Iran’s control allows it to set terms and fees for ships passing through the strait.
President Trump suggested the U.S. might charge Gulf countries for protecting the region.
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries could jointly claim and manage the shipping corridor to reduce Iran’s control.
The Gulf states could increase their own naval presence and develop alternative routes and infrastructure to lessen dependence on the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran’s president announced that Qatar will release $6 billion of frozen Iranian funds. This action comes as talks to resolve the conflict in the Middle East face difficulties due to new attacks.
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Iran has $12 billion in assets frozen in Qatar.
Qatar will release half of these funds, about $6 billion, back to Iran.
The announcement was made by Iran’s president.
The release comes during tense negotiations to end Middle East conflicts.
New attacks have made peace talks more difficult.
The funds were frozen as part of previous sanctions or restrictions.
Returning the funds could affect the regional political and economic situation.
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A man from Fife, Scotland, named Daniel Vettrino was shot and killed on the Caribbean island of Canouan in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Local police are investigating the shooting, and a post-mortem will be performed to determine the cause of death.
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Daniel Vettrino, aged 37, was from Dysart, Fife, Scotland.
The shooting happened around 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday in the Gym Hill area of Canouan.
Vettrino was shot multiple times and later declared dead by a local doctor.
The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force is conducting an investigation.
A post-mortem examination is planned to find out more about the death.
The UK Foreign Office is helping Vettrino’s family and is in contact with local authorities.
Canouan is a small island, about 3.5 miles long and 1.2 miles wide, part of the Saint Vincent and the Grenadines islands.
Vettrino’s family described him as a kind person who wanted happiness for those around him.
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Two large earthquakes hit Venezuela last week, leaving many people homeless. Survivors are staying in temporary shelters like a baseball stadium in Catia la Mar, relying on donated food and clothing while waiting for help from the government.
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Venezuela experienced two big earthquakes on a Wednesday last week.
Many people lost their homes because of the earthquakes.
Survivors are staying outdoors or in tents at makeshift shelters.
A baseball stadium in the town of Catia la Mar is being used as a shelter.
People in the shelters depend on donations for food and clothes.
Survivors hope the government will provide temporary housing during the rebuilding process.
The affected area is located on Venezuela’s northern coast.
The BBC reporter Will Grant visited the shelter to report on conditions.
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Thousands of foreign nationals are leaving South Africa before a June 30 deadline set by anti-immigrant groups who want undocumented immigrants to leave. Violence and protests have forced refugees and migrants to abandon their homes, while the South African government is increasing police operations and planning tighter immigration controls.
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Anti-immigrant groups in South Africa set a June 30 deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave the country.
Protests against immigrants have happened in many cities, with some turning violent.
At least three people from Malawi and Mozambique were killed in recent anti-immigrant protests.
Police launched a $36 million operation to prevent violence and enforce immigration laws.
The government plans to improve border security and update the immigration system with modern technology.
Many refugees, including those from the Democratic Republic of Congo, have been forced to leave homes and workplaces.
Refugees gather at government offices awaiting help to return to their home countries.
Incidents of assault against foreign nationals continue during this period of unrest.
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France's far-right National Rally party is preparing for the 2027 presidential election but has not chosen a candidate yet. Marine Le Pen, the party leader, is banned from running due to a legal conviction and is appealing, while her successor Jordan Bardella, a young party president, is becoming the main candidate.
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The National Rally (RN) is a major far-right party in France, formerly known as the National Front.
Marine Le Pen has run for president twice but lost to Emmanuel Macron.
Le Pen was convicted in 2025 of embezzling funds and banned from office for five years.
She has appealed the court decision, with a ruling expected on July 7, 2026.
Jordan Bardella, 30 years old, became RN leader in 2022 and is popular with younger voters via social media.
Bardella led the RN to a big win in the 2024 European elections and is polling well for the presidential race.
Some experts doubt Bardella’s experience and infrastructure to win the presidency.
If elected, Bardella would be France’s youngest president since Napoleon.
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