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Lori Bergamotto meets a U.S. Navy commander and pilot who is honoring a pioneering woman aviator. This segment celebrates the legacy of a female pilot who helped open the path for women in military aviation.
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The article features Lori Bergamotto and a U.S. Navy commander who is also a pilot.
They discuss a trailblazing female aviator's influence on the Navy.
This woman paved the way for women to serve as military pilots.
The segment is sponsored by Navy Federal Credit Union.
The story highlights the ongoing recognition of women's contributions to aviation and military service.
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Labour’s leadership election process is scheduled to conclude quickly, with a new leader possibly chosen by July 17. Andy Burnham could become leader soon if no other MPs join the race.
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Labour set a timetable for choosing a new party leader.
The new leader could be announced as early as July 17.
Potential candidates must get support from 81 MPs by July 15.
They also need nominations from affiliated groups like trade unions by July 16.
If multiple candidates qualify, party members and supporters will vote from August 6 to 27.
The final result will be announced on August 29.
Andy Burnham is currently the only MP running for leader.
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Countries including the US, Cuba, Iran, and several others have pledged help after two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela on 24 June. The quakes caused deaths, injuries, and big damage, while Venezuela struggles with ongoing economic and health problems.
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Two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 hit Venezuela on 24 June, causing at least 164 deaths and about 1,000 injuries.
The earthquakes severely damaged Caracas and northern parts of the country.
Venezuela already faces economic crisis, flooding, and health challenges, making disaster response harder.
The US announced a fast, large government response, including help from the Department of Defense.
Latin American countries like Mexico, Brazil, Ecuador, and Cuba offered aid; Cuba sent health workers already on site.
European countries such as the Netherlands, Spain, France, Germany, and Switzerland are sending rescue teams and equipment.
Iran and China expressed readiness to help with relief and rescue efforts.
The UN and humanitarian groups stressed the urgent need for international support as many Venezuelans already need aid before the earthquakes.
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Two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela, killing at least 164 people and injuring over 1,000. Many buildings collapsed, trapping people under rubble, and world leaders have offered help and expressed support.
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Two earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, struck Venezuela on the evening of June 24, 2026.
These were some of the strongest earthquakes to hit Venezuela in over 100 years.
At least 164 people died and more than 1,000 were injured.
Rescue efforts were underway to find people trapped under collapsed buildings.
The U.S. is sending search and rescue teams, medical help, and humanitarian aid by order of President Trump.
France is sending a team of 85 rescue workers to help with search and clearance.
Mexico and Brazil are also preparing to send rescue teams and evaluate further assistance.
China acknowledged the situation and extended its support to Venezuela.
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Two strong earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 struck near Morón, Venezuela, causing many buildings to collapse and resulting in hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries. The worst damage was seen in Caracas and coastal areas like La Guaira and Catia La Mar, where rescue operations are ongoing.
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Two earthquakes hit Venezuela 39 seconds apart, with magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5.
The earthquakes caused hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries.
Caracas, the capital about 100 miles east of the epicenter, suffered significant damage.
The coastal areas of La Guaira and Catia La Mar were heavily affected, with many buildings collapsing.
Maiquetía airport near La Guaira was severely damaged and closed after roof sections collapsed.
The neighborhoods of Altamira, Los Palos Grandes, Baruta, and Chacao in Caracas saw collapsed buildings and casualties.
Rescue workers are carrying out intensive operations to find survivors under the rubble.
The epicenter was near Morón, in the Carabobo state countryside.
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Dozens of oil tankers passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday using a route near Oman’s coast. This route is supported by a United Nations maritime group to keep oil shipments safe despite threats from Iran.
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The number of tankers crossing the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday doubled compared to the day before.
Data from the company Kpler showed 70 confirmed crossings on Thursday.
The route used runs along the coast of Oman.
This route is promoted by a United Nations maritime agency.
The passage aims to protect commercial vessels from tensions in the area.
Iran has made threats against shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for global oil transport.
In France, traditional summer banquets are causing concern after reports of racist comments and Nazi salutes at some events. These gatherings, along with other parties and raves, are being closely watched amid worries they may be used for political purposes. Despite this, France continues to celebrate its strong party culture.
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French summer banquets are popular traditional events.
Some banquets have seen incidents of racist slurs and Nazi salutes.
Other types of parties, like free parties and raves, are also under government and public scrutiny.
There are concerns these events might be used for political reasons.
France has a long-standing reputation for loving to party, known as "faire la fête."
The debate reflects deeper tensions in French society about culture and politics.
Reports mentioned far-right influences and links to French presidential elections in 2027.
Cultural diversity and political issues are part of the ongoing discussions around these events.
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The new DC Universe movie "Supergirl," directed by James Gunn, received mixed reviews from critics and currently has a 58% score on Rotten Tomatoes. This rating is lower than other recent DC projects and has sparked discussions about the future of Gunn’s DC film series.
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"Supergirl" stars Milly Alcock and is part of the DC Universe led by James Gunn.
The film has a 58% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes based on 136 reviews.
This is the lowest score for a DC Universe project so far, below "Creature Commandos" (95%) and "Superman" (83%).
Critics praised Alcock’s acting and the addition of the character Lobo, played by Jason Momoa.
"Supergirl" is compared to other lower-rated DC movies like "Wonder Woman 84" (57%) and "The Flash" (63%).
The film will be released in theaters on June 26, 2026.
Audience opinions and box office results will be important for the movie’s overall success.
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Northern Venezuela was hit by two strong earthquakes, causing buildings to collapse and killing at least 164 people. Rescue teams and local people are searching through the rubble to find survivors, but many more deaths are feared.
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Two powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela.
At least 164 people have been confirmed dead.
Many more people are feared to have died.
Buildings collapsed in the affected areas.
Rescue teams are working to find survivors under the debris.
Local residents are also helping in the search efforts.
The situation is ongoing, with rescue operations continuing.
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Fake USB sticks linked to China infected Japan’s army computers with malware for nearly a year before detection. The malware spread through counterfeit flash drives used during disaster relief operations and affected both secure and classified military systems.
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Fake USB drives carrying malware were given to Japan’s Ground Self-Defense Force in March 2024.
The infection was found in February 2025 after a soldier noticed slow computer performance.
The malware activates immediately when the infected USB is inserted into a computer.
Six of eight USB drives tested contained the malware, and over 50 computers were connected to them.
Nearly half of the infected computers processed classified military information.
Japan’s military has both open and closed computer networks, with external data transferred via USB drives.
The fake USB sticks are counterfeit Chinese products sold cheaper than originals.
Similar infections have been reported in factories and research institutes with closed systems.
U.S. intelligence has warned about China-linked hackers using malware to pre-position attacks on critical infrastructure.
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Two strong earthquakes hit near Caracas, Venezuela, causing serious damage and loss of life. The U.S. Geological Survey estimates more than 10,000 people may have died due to the quakes.
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Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela close to the capital city, Caracas.
Thousands of people are feared dead from the earthquakes.
The U.S. Geological Survey used modeling to estimate the death toll.
The estimated number of deaths could be over 10,000.
Rescue efforts involve searching through rubble for survivors.
The earthquakes caused widespread destruction in and around Caracas.
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Pro-Russian social media accounts claimed Ukraine was behind a fire at the Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv, a UNESCO World Heritage site. However, the “proof” images they shared were created by artificial intelligence and do not show the real event. Ukrainian authorities and the international community say a Russian drone caused the strike.
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The Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv, part of a UNESCO World Heritage site, caught fire during the night of June 14-15, 2026.
Ukrainian officials and international sources report that a Russian drone caused the strike.
Pro-Russian users on social media claimed Ukraine staged the strike and shared images as “proof.”
The images showing photographers on rooftops before and during the fire were generated by artificial intelligence (AI).
The AI images had a watermark that revealed they were created by Chat GPT’s AI image generator.
The AI images incorrectly showed the cathedral with a green roof, while the real Dormition Cathedral has a brown roof.
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs also blamed Ukraine for the strike, claiming it was caused by a US-made missile system.
French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the bombing as an attack against shared cultural heritage.
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The Tate Modern in London is hosting an exhibition about Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. The exhibit shows her well-known self-portraits and includes works by other artists influenced by her style.
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The exhibition takes place at Tate Modern in London.
It focuses on Frida Kahlo, a Mexican painter known for her self-portraits.
The exhibit also features artworks by artists inspired by Kahlo.
Frida Kahlo’s life was difficult, and the exhibit highlights this aspect.
The article briefly mentions other cultural news, including French World Cup fans and a Ghanaian music genre added to UNESCO’s cultural heritage list.
A French music festival, Solidays, is set to start soon, featuring French and American performers.
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A new white nationalist youth group for girls called Young Columbia has formed in the U.S., linked to the broader United Youth organization, which also runs male youth clubs. Experts say these groups recruit young people online and promote white nationalist ideas by appealing to feelings of uncertainty and traditional gender roles.
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Young Columbia is the first known white nationalist youth group for girls in the U.S.
It was announced in May 2025 by United Youth, which has male Youth Clubs for ages 15 to 18 in all 50 states.
The girls’ group requires members to be female, of white European descent, and nationalist.
The groups recruit through social media platforms like Telegram and TikTok.
Male Youth Club members participate in sports, hiking, and spreading white nationalist messages.
Experts say some Gen Z teenagers turn to extremist views due to uncertainty and loss of control during events like the pandemic.
Young Columbia promotes traditional gender roles and femininity to attract young women.
The group’s activities have been documented mainly in Wisconsin and Illinois.
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Scientists studied giggles from humans and great apes and found they share similar rhythms. By comparing tickling sounds from apes and young children, researchers believe these shared laughter patterns come from a common ancestor millions of years ago.
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Researchers tickled 13 captive great apes including gorillas, orangutans, chimpanzees, and bonobos.
They compared the ape giggles with recordings of four young children laughing while being tickled.
Human and ape laughter have similar rhythms, showing regular timing between laughs.
Laughter likely evolved from a common ancestor of humans and great apes about 15 million years ago.
Human laughter is faster and more complex, varying by social context.
Other animals, like rats, also make playful sounds but these differ from human laughter patterns.
Studying laughter helps scientists learn about communication and how humans may have developed speech.
The research was published in the journal Communications Biology.
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The UK is experiencing a record-breaking heatwave, with the hottest June day and night ever recorded. Temperatures reached up to 36.4°C in Somerset, and extreme heat warnings are in place affecting millions of people, causing health risks and disruptions to services.
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The hottest June day temperature was 36.4°C recorded at Yeovilton, Somerset.
The UK had its warmest June night with temperatures not dropping below 23.5°C in Cardiff.
A rare red warning for extreme heat is active in parts of England and Wales until Friday evening.
Heat-related health risks have led to at least six NHS trusts declaring critical incidents.
The heatwave has caused problems with IT systems, medical equipment, and transport delays.
Over 2,400 schools in England and Wales have closed due to the heat.
A hosepipe ban started for about 850,000 people in Kent because of high water demand.
Scientists say days over 30°C in the UK have more than tripled in recent years, linked to climate trends.
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A study from Queen Mary University of London analyzed over 380,000 English songs from 1960 to 2023 and found that popular music lyrics have become more negative over time. The research shows that songs now mention bad behavior more often and good behavior less often, reflecting changes in society’s values.
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Researchers studied songs from 1960 to 2023 using two big music databases, including Billboard charts.
Lyrics about harmful actions, cheating, and degradation have increased.
Lyrics about positive morals like care and decency have decreased.
Metal music often includes themes of harm and degradation.
Female artists’ songs tend to have more themes of care and loyalty.
Male or mixed-gender groups more often have lyrics about conflict and negativity.
The study used artificial intelligence to analyze the words in the songs.
The researchers say music reflects changes in culture and social values over time.
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Many Europeans have traditionally avoided air conditioning due to cost, culture, and environmental concerns. However, because of rising heat waves and deadly temperatures, more people in Europe are now buying and using air conditioners to stay cool and safe.
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Europe experiences about 175,000 heat-related deaths each year, according to the World Health Organization.
Air conditioning can reduce heat-related deaths by 75%, but only about 20% of European homes have it, compared to 90% in the U.S.
Europeans often see air conditioning as expensive and bad for the climate, as it contributes 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Some European homes were designed to stay cool without AC, but rising temperatures are making these designs less effective.
In Italy, AC use grew from 10-15% of households in 2003 to 56% in 2024 after a deadly heat wave.
Italy uses about one-third of the European Union’s electricity for air conditioning.
European summers are heating up twice as fast as the global average, leading to expectations that AC use will double by 2050.
Stores in France have sold out of air conditioners during recent heat waves, and Britain has doubled the number of homes with AC in the past three years.
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Two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela on Wednesday night, causing many deaths, injuries, and building damage. At the same time, scientists warn that stress along California’s major fault lines is at a 1,000-year high, increasing the risk of a big earthquake in Southern California.
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Venezuela experienced two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude.
At least 164 people died and about 1,000 were injured in Venezuela.
Venezuela’s main international airport closed and schools will remain shut for several days due to the emergency.
Scientists found that stress on the San Andreas and San Jacinto faults in Southern California is the highest in 1,000 years.
The San Andreas and San Jacinto faults meet near Cajon Pass, which may allow a large earthquake to spread between faults.
Southern California had 15 seismic sequences with quakes magnitude 4.0 or larger in 2024, a 65-year record high.
Experts warn a “Big One,” a very large earthquake, could occur in California, potentially causing wide damage.
Scientists advise residents to prepare by knowing evacuation routes, having communication plans, and emergency supplies.
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Poland's Deputy Prime Minister Radek Sikorski warned that Russia may try to create a fake attack as an excuse to attack a NATO country. He stated that Ukraine's resistance has limited Russia's ability to invade NATO's eastern border and emphasized the need to stay united against Russia.
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Sikorski said Russia could stage a "false flag operation" to justify attacking a NATO member.
Ukraine's defense efforts have weakened Russia's control in the Black Sea and stopped Russian air dominance.
Ukrainian forces have reclaimed over 230 square miles of land this year.
Russian missile attacks forced a halt to civilian gas sales in Crimea.
About 90% of military supplies to Ukraine come through Poland.
Poland and Ukraine have recently had tensions due to historical disagreements involving a military unit's name.
Sikorski believes direct talks between Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy and President Putin are the best way forward.
Russia’s Foreign Minister said Moscow is willing to talk to Kyiv, though previous talks involved the U.S. as a mediator.
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