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The United Nations paused plans to evacuate over 11,000 sailors trapped in the Strait of Hormuz after a cargo ship was hit by a projectile near Oman. Although some sailors have already been evacuated, the UN is waiting for safer conditions before continuing the operation amid ongoing tensions in the region.
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Over 11,000 sailors remain stranded in the Strait of Hormuz due to restrictions and conflicts.
The UN’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) planned an evacuation but suspended it after a recent attack on a cargo ship.
A Singapore-flagged cargo ship, Ever Lovely, was hit by an unknown projectile near Oman, but all 21 crew members are safe.
The attack happened despite a recent agreement between the US and Iran intended to ease tensions and allow safe passage.
Iran and the US had imposed restrictions on shipping earlier this year after attacks involving ships and missiles.
Oman and the IMO proposed a new shipping route partly bypassing Iranian-controlled waters, but Iran rejected it.
Denmark joined a multinational mission led by France and Britain to help secure safe navigation in the Strait.
The evacuation plan involved cooperation between Iran, Oman, the US, and other regional countries.
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The article gives a weather forecast for the UK for the coming week. It discusses whether cooler and more comfortable temperatures will replace the current heatwave.
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The forecast focuses on weather conditions in the UK.
There has been a recent heatwave in the region.
The article explores if the heatwave will end soon.
It mentions predictions about temperature changes in the next week.
The forecast is presented by meteorologist Darren Bett.
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The information was published 4 hours ago.
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Ukraine has launched a large drone attack on Russia and Russian-occupied Crimea, targeting 12 Russian regions and key military and industrial sites. Russia reported intercepting 660 drones, marking the heaviest Ukrainian drone assault since the war began. Ukraine also defended against Russian missile attacks, while planning more strikes to pressure Russia to end the war.
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Ukraine targeted 12 regions in Russia and Crimea with hundreds of drones.
Russia intercepted 660 Ukrainian drones during this latest attack.
Ukraine struck Russian military vessels and air defense systems in the Kerch region of Crimea.
Reports suggest an attack on a major Russian chemical plant in Tula, important for explosives production.
Ukrainian strikes are focusing on energy and industrial sites to disrupt Russian logistics and supplies.
Ukraine has increased drone attacks in 2026, launching over 3,000 drones compared to 110 in 2024.
The Russian-occupied Crimea declared a state of emergency due to fuel shortages after Ukrainian attacks.
Ukraine plans a "40-day influence operation" to intensify strikes and push Russia to end the war.
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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has moved from being an ally of President Donald Trump to opposing him after their disagreements following the G7 summit. This shift marks a new phase in the relationship between Italy and the United States.
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Giorgia Meloni is the Prime Minister of Italy.
Meloni was previously seen as a political bridge between President Trump and the European Union.
The change in their relationship happened after the G7 summit in 2026.
Meloni now openly opposes President Trump.
This development affects the political ties between Italy and the US.
The information was discussed in a France24 debate by Pietro Forti.
The article references related world and Americas news topics from June 26, 2026.
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Sierra Leone is holding its first court case since banning child marriage two years ago. Four men, including a father and the girl’s husband, face charges for forcibly marrying a 17-year-old girl, with penalties including prison or fines.
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Sierra Leone banned child marriage two years ago, setting 18 as the minimum marriage age.
This is the first trial under the new law against child marriage in the country.
Four men are charged with forcing a 17-year-old into marriage; among them is the girl’s father and the husband.
Conviction can lead to at least 15 years in jail or a fine of about $4,000, or both.
The law also punishes anyone attending a child’s wedding.
Before 2024, customary law allowed parents to consent to child marriages under certain conditions.
About 30% of girls in Sierra Leone marry before 18, with some as young as 14 in rural areas.
Gender rights groups support the prosecution, seeing it as enforcement of legal reforms to protect girls.
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Mediators from Qatar worked overnight in Tehran to try to stop an escalating conflict between the U.S. and Iran. Despite their efforts, tensions rose as both countries exchanged attacks, raising concerns about a potential wider war.
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On June 11, the U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes that increased conflict tensions.
Qatari mediators were in Tehran trying to negotiate peace between the two nations.
The mediators stayed on the plane on the Tehran runway during the talks.
Negotiations lasted through the night to prevent the situation from worsening.
A diplomat provided information about the secretive talks.
The conflict risked escalating into a full-scale war.
The talks focused on finding a deal to reduce hostilities between the U.S. and Iran.
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A small plane reportedly crashed into Beijing’s tallest building, the CITIC Tower (also known as China Zun), causing visible damage. Emergency vehicles were at the scene, but officials have not confirmed the cause or details of the incident.
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The CITIC Tower, Beijing’s tallest building at 528 meters (1,732 feet), showed signs of damage after the reported crash.
Photos and videos of debris near the building appeared on social media but were quickly removed.
The crash reportedly involved a small aircraft hitting the skyscraper in Beijing’s Central Business District.
A hole or broken glass was visible on one side of the building in the images.
Fire engines, ambulances, and police were present at the site.
Authorities have not yet issued an official statement about the incident.
The exact cause of the crash remains unknown.
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Europe is experiencing a record-breaking heatwave with temperatures above 104°F, causing governments to take emergency actions like school closures, event cancellations, and public alcohol bans. Cities are installing misting stations and opening water areas to help people stay cool while infrastructure and health systems face significant strain.
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A heat dome from Africa caused record-high temperatures in France, Spain, the UK, Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
France hit a national average of 105°F in June, the highest on record.
At least 55 people have drowned trying to cool off in the heat since June 18.
France banned public alcohol consumption in the hottest areas to prevent dehydration and hospital overloads.
Cities like Paris set up misting stations and opened rivers and canals for public swimming.
Schools in England, Wales, and France closed or shortened days to protect students from heat.
Outdoor events, including sports and cultural festivals, were canceled or postponed.
High temperatures caused some train cancellations in France and Belgium due to infrastructure risks.
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A Moroccan court sentenced 29 people, including politicians and sports figures, to prison terms of up to 12 years for involvement in a large drug trafficking and corruption case. The trial, which lasted two years, revealed a network moving cannabis and cocaine from Morocco to Europe and Latin America, and led to heavy fines and asset seizures.
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29 people were sentenced, with prison terms ranging from 2 to 12 years.
Among those convicted were high-profile figures: Abdennebi Bioui (12 years), Said Naciri (10 years), and Belkacem Mir (10 years).
The case involved a drug network smuggling Moroccan cannabis resin and Latin American cocaine.
Charges included drug trafficking, gold trafficking, corruption, forgery, and money laundering.
The case was exposed partly due to testimony from El Hadj Ahmed Ben Brahim, a Malian trafficker serving 10 years in Morocco.
Courts ordered the seizure of assets and imposed fines worth hundreds of millions of dollars.
The trial included more than 20 defendants, 18 witnesses, and related civil parties.
King Mohammed VI called for a code of ethics to improve the behavior of political leaders after the scandal.
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Mathieu Forget, a dancer, photographer, and artistic director, is celebrating 10 years of his "Levitation" project. The project features photos of himself or French athletes captured mid-air in beautiful places. He also became famous last year when a video of his partner dancing in Antarctica was watched 500 million times online.
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Mathieu Forget is a dancer, photographer, and artistic director.
He created the "Levitation" photo series showing people appearing to float mid-air.
The project has been ongoing for 10 years.
The photos include himself and French athletes in scenic locations.
Last year, a video of his partner, Victoria Dauberville, dancing on a ship in Antarctica went viral.
The video was viewed 500 million times on social media.
Forget is planning future projects, including work related to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
The interview was published by FRANCE 24 on June 26, 2026.
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Scientists studied a global warming event that happened 183 million years ago during the early Jurassic period. They found that the weathering of organic carbon in rocks released extra CO2, which increased climate warming. This process may also influence today’s climate change.
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Rock weathering can both remove and release CO2 from the atmosphere.
The study focused on the Toarcian Ocean Anoxic Event, a global warming episode linked to volcanic eruptions.
These eruptions, occurring in what is now South Africa and Antarctica, caused a 6° to 7° Celsius rise in global temperatures.
The warming led to changes in plants and dinosaur species and caused a mass extinction of corals and marine life.
Organic carbon in rocks comes from remains of plants, plankton, and microbes buried in ancient seabeds.
When these sediments are lifted by tectonic activity and eroded, the organic carbon oxidizes and releases CO2.
Researchers used a chemical called rhenium, found in seabed sediments, to trace how much organic carbon was weathered.
Advances in measuring very small amounts of rhenium helped scientists study this ancient process using rock samples from Wales.
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Sail 250 is a parade of tall ships and naval vessels from over 20 countries. The ships will travel from New Orleans to New York Harbor to celebrate the United States’ 250th birthday during the Fourth of July weekend.
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Sail 250 is a maritime parade featuring tall ships and naval vessels.
More than 20 nations are participating in the event.
The ships will sail from New Orleans to New York Harbor.
The event honors the 250th anniversary of the United States.
The parade will take place over the Fourth of July weekend.
The celebration highlights international cooperation and maritime history.
The event was covered by CBS News.
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The article suggests that Ukraine’s President Zelensky should look at what Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu did wrong in peace talks. By learning from these mistakes, Zelensky may be able to keep a peace agreement while continuing to handle the war effectively.
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Zelensky is Ukraine’s President.
Netanyahu is Israel’s Prime Minister.
Netanyahu made errors in peace negotiations.
Zelensky has so far avoided losing the war in Ukraine.
The article advises Zelensky to actively manage peace talks.
The goal is to avoid losing peace while managing war efforts.
Peace negotiations are a key focus for Ukraine’s future.
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A dermatologist explains that changes in your skin can show signs of other health problems inside the body. Issues like sudden acne, persistent dryness, dark circles, and itching without rash can indicate hormone changes, allergies, inflammation, or organ problems.
Key Facts
Sudden acne in adults is often caused by hormone or stress-related changes, not poor hygiene.
Skin that stays dry and flaky may need special creams that repair the skin barrier, not just regular moisturizers.
Dark circles under the eyes can be due to genetics, allergies, or volume loss, and may need different treatments.
Constant redness may be a sign of rosacea linked to gut health or diet and often requires prescription creams or laser treatment.
Nail changes like pitting or ridges can signal conditions like psoriasis or major physical stress.
Itching with no rash might mean problems with liver or kidney function and needs medical testing.
Skin tags appearing suddenly can indicate insulin resistance or prediabetes, requiring blood tests and lifestyle changes.
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A small airplane reportedly crashed into Beijing’s tallest building, the CITIC Tower (also called China Zun), causing visible damage. Emergency services responded to the scene, but officials have not yet explained what caused the crash.
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The incident happened at the CITIC Tower, which is 528 meters (1,732 feet) tall.
Photos showed damage such as broken glass or a hole in the building’s facade.
Debris from the small airplane was visible near the skyscraper.
Police, fire trucks, and ambulances were present at the site.
The crash reportedly took place in Beijing’s Central Business District.
Social media images of the event were shared but quickly removed.
The cause of the crash has not been confirmed.
Authorities have not made an official statement about the incident.
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Lake Powell, the second-largest reservoir in the U.S., has reached its lowest summer water level since the 1960s, with the water level at only 23% full as of June 2024. This low level threatens water supplies and hydropower from the Colorado River, which serves 40 million people and irrigates 5 million acres of farmland across seven U.S. states and Mexico. Officials are negotiating new water-sharing agreements as current rules expire, amid worsening drought and strained cooperation.
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Lake Powell was at 3,526.89 feet elevation on June 2024, the lowest summer level recorded since it was first filled.
The reservoir is only 23% full, which is 35% of the average storage for this time of year.
Water levels dropping may soon threaten power production at Glen Canyon Dam by spring 2027.
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (USBR) is moving water from upstream reservoirs and reducing water releases to Lake Mead to help Lake Powell.
Satellite images show a steady decline in Lake Powell’s water levels over the past decade.
The Colorado River serves seven U.S. states plus Mexico, providing water to millions and supporting large-scale farming.
The seven basin states are currently negotiating new water-sharing rules before existing agreements expire this year.
Officials warn that drought conditions are severe and that the river system is vulnerable, making new operational guidelines urgent.
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Russian-occupied Crimea has declared a state of emergency after Ukrainian drone strikes caused fuel shortages and power outages. The region’s leader said energy supplies remain difficult, especially in the city of Sevastopol, and the emergency will last until the situation improves.
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Crimea is controlled by Russia but was annexed from Ukraine in 2014.
Ukraine has increased drone attacks targeting energy and other sites in Crimea and Russia.
These attacks have caused fuel shortages and power blackouts in Crimea.
Sergei Aksyonov, the Moscow-appointed head of Crimea, announced the state of emergency.
The emergency status will stay in effect until energy supplies stabilize.
Restoring control over Crimea is a stated goal of the Ukrainian government.
Long lines at gas stations have been reported in Crimea amid these disruptions.
The situation is ongoing and more updates are expected.
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Venezuela experienced two powerful earthquakes reaching magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, causing widespread destruction and nearly 600 deaths. The country's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, promised to save as many people as possible while foreign aid and rescue teams began arriving amid criticism of the slow government response.
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The official death toll from the earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 589, with about 3,000 people injured.
The earthquakes hit La Guaira and nearby coastal areas, destroying buildings and causing major damage.
Volunteers and relatives searched for survivors because government emergency teams were slow to respond.
The US, under President Donald Trump’s orders, sent troops and officials to help with rescue and aid efforts.
Other countries, such as Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Spain, France, Turkey, and Switzerland, have offered humanitarian help.
Health facilities are overwhelmed, with patients waiting outside hospitals due to shortages and poor conditions.
Experts say Venezuela’s lack of preparation reflects years of economic troubles and corruption affecting government effectiveness.
People are working with limited tools and resources to find survivors amid the rubble.
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Andrew and Tristan Tate lost a court case to learn the names of their UK accusers. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) is keeping the names secret to protect the accusers until the brothers face charges in court after being extradited from Romania.
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The Tate brothers face UK charges including rape and human trafficking.
They are currently in Romania and will be extradited to the UK after Romanian legal processes end.
The accused deny all wrongdoing.
The CPS decided not to reveal the accusers’ names before the trial to protect them.
A High Court judge ruled the CPS had good legal reasons to withhold the names.
The judge said the high profile and public nature of the Tate brothers increased risk to the accusers.
The brothers had offered a cash guarantee not to name the women, but the CPS rejected it.
The court also rejected the claim that withholding names harmed the brothers’ ability to prepare their defense.
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Iran criticized a joint statement by the United States and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, calling it interventionist and provocative. The statement, made after a US-GCC meeting, expressed concerns about Iran’s nuclear program, missile activities, and regional influence, while Iran rejected these claims and emphasized its right to self-defense.
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Iran called the US-GCC statement “interventionist, irresponsible, and provocative.”
The US and Gulf ministers met in Bahrain and discussed regional security on June 25.
The US-GCC statement tied future economic deals with Iran to strict conditions.
The statement called for preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
It condemned Iran’s missile, drone use, and support for regional proxies.
The statement opposed attempts to control the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
Iran rejected accusations against its nuclear program and missile capabilities.
Iran emphasized its commitment to regional security and its right to self-defense.
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