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Scientists studied teeth from Homo naledi fossils found in South Africa's Rising Star Cave and discovered all of them were genetically female. This suggests that the remains were likely placed there on purpose, possibly indicating early burial practices by this ancient human relative.
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Homo naledi fossils date from about 335,000 to 236,000 years ago.
Over 20 Homo naledi skeletons were found in the Rising Star Cave system in South Africa.
Researchers analyzed proteins in dental enamel to determine the sex of the individuals.
All 23 teeth samples showed only the female version of a protein (AMELX), with no male version (AMELY) detected.
The chance of finding only females by accident is extremely low (about 0.0000954 percent).
This points to a deliberate act, such as burying the dead in the cave.
Even the babies found were all female, making accidental death unlikely.
The findings may show early evidence of funerary culture among ancient hominins.
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Two large boa constrictor snakes were found on a golf course in County Durham, UK, about a week apart. Both snakes were taken to a reptile shop but died from disease, and local people believe they were abandoned by a previous owner who could not care for them.
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Two boa constrictors, each around 3 metres long, were found on Blackwell Grange golf club in Darlington in mid-June.
The first snake appeared on June 13 during a children’s golf lesson.
Aaron Cox, the golf instructor, moved both snakes off the course and took them to a nearby reptile shop.
Both snakes died from diseases they were carrying.
Boas come from South America, are non-venomous, and usually do not attack humans.
These snakes are popular pets but need a lot of care and food, causing some owners to abandon them.
Cox believes the snakes were dumped on the golf course because their owner could not take care of them.
The RSPCA is asking for information about who abandoned the snakes to hold them responsible.
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A severe heat wave is hitting parts of Europe, with temperatures reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit in France and the United Kingdom. Many people in these areas do not have air conditioning to cool down during this extreme heat.
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Europe is experiencing a record-breaking heat wave.
Temperatures have gone above 100 degrees Fahrenheit in some parts of France and the U.K.
Many homes and buildings in these affected areas lack air conditioning.
The heat wave is causing discomfort as people look for ways to stay cool.
This heat event is unusual for the European climate.
The situation is being reported by CBS News.
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The far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) is close to gaining control of the Saxony-Anhalt state parliament for the first time since World War II. Polls show the AfD near a majority, challenging the traditional alliance of mainstream parties that has kept far-right parties out of government.
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AfD is a far-right party in Germany.
It is close to winning a majority in the Saxony-Anhalt state parliament with 41.6% in recent polls.
Saxony-Anhalt’s parliament has 83 seats, and a majority requires 42 seats.
The AfD is just one seat short of a majority according to current polling projections.
Other parties (CDU, Left, SPD) could form a slim majority of exactly 42 seats to block AfD.
The AfD’s strength comes mainly from eastern Germany, where anti-immigration views and doubt about support for Ukraine are strong.
The party has never before been part of a state government in Germany after World War II.
In 2023, Saxony-Anhalt’s state agency classified the AfD as a far-right extremist group.
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Many fans in France want to collect the popular Panini stickers for the ongoing World Cup, but the stickers have sold out quickly at newsstands. This has caused frustration among fans who cannot find them.
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The World Cup is currently taking place.
Panini stickers are collectible items related to the World Cup.
These stickers have been popular since the 1960s.
In France, many newsstands sold out of the stickers faster than expected.
Fans in France are upset because they cannot buy the stickers.
The shortage happened during the height of the World Cup excitement.
Panini stickers are a traditional way for fans to enjoy the tournament.
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A major conference about rebuilding Ukraine after the war began in Poland. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky did not attend because of disagreements with Poland.
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The conference focuses on Ukraine’s post-war recovery and reconstruction.
It started on Thursday in Poland.
President Zelensky chose not to go to the event.
His absence is linked to a diplomatic dispute with Poland.
The event aims to gather international support and funds for Ukraine’s rebuilding.
Poland is hosting the conference as a key regional ally.
The news was reported on June 25, 2026.
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Haiti scored two World Cup goals against Morocco after 52 years, a moment of pride for Haitian communities in the US. Despite Haiti being eliminated from the tournament, fans in places like New York’s Little Haiti gathered to celebrate, though some supporters and players faced travel difficulties due to a US travel ban affecting Haitian visitors.
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Haiti scored two goals against Morocco in the World Cup, their first goals in 52 years.
Many Haitian fans in New York, especially in Little Haiti, celebrated the goals and the team’s presence in the World Cup.
Haiti had already been eliminated from the World Cup before the match against Morocco, having lost to Scotland and Brazil.
The Haitian community in New York state is the second largest in the US, with about 113,000 residents.
A travel ban started under President Trump’s administration has prevented some Haitian supporters from entering the US.
Haitian player Woodensky Pierre faced delays in joining the national team in the US due to travel restrictions.
The return of Haiti to the World Cup was seen as a significant and proud moment for Haitian-Americans.
Some Haitian fans attended matches or watch parties despite challenges, expressing strong community pride.
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A severe heatwave in France caused the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre in Paris to close early on June 25, 2026. Tourists struggled to find relief from the extreme heat as temperatures reached record levels.
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A heatwave struck France on June 25, 2026.
The Eiffel Tower and the Louvre closed earlier than usual because of the heat.
Tourists in Paris found it difficult to cope with the high temperatures.
The extreme heat caused widespread discomfort in the city.
Paris, as a major tourist destination, was directly impacted by the weather conditions.
This heatwave is part of a trend of rising temperatures in Europe.
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A strong earthquake struck Venezuela, causing significant damage and loss of life amid ongoing political uncertainty. The country is currently led by Delcy Rodríguez after President Maduro was taken by U.S. forces earlier this year; the disaster highlights Venezuela’s challenges with infrastructure and emergency response.
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Venezuela was hit by powerful twin earthquakes on Wednesday, killing many people.
President Nicolás Maduro was seized by U.S. forces less than six months ago and taken to New York to face drug-trafficking charges.
Delcy Rodríguez, Maduro’s ally and former vice-president, now leads Venezuela as interim president.
Rodríguez gave a national address over two hours after the quakes, calling for unity and declaring a state of emergency.
Communication to the worst-hit areas was poor, partly due to government restrictions on independent media.
The military has held many key government roles for decades, often without technical expertise, affecting infrastructure maintenance.
Recent attempts under U.S. supervision replaced some military leaders in important ministries with civilians who have relevant training.
Long-term shortages and mismanagement, worsened by U.S. sanctions, have left public housing and emergency services in poor condition.
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Massive earthquakes hit Venezuela, causing many deaths and injuries. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States and other countries are sending help for search and rescue.
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Dozens of people died in the earthquakes in Venezuela.
Hundreds of people were injured by the earthquakes.
The U.S. government is providing aid to Venezuela.
The aid includes search and rescue teams.
Other countries are also helping Venezuela in the emergency.
Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State, gave information about the effort.
The news was reported by CBS News.
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Two powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela on Wednesday evening, killing at least 164 people and injuring about 971. The hardest-hit area is La Guaira state, where many buildings collapsed, and rescue efforts are ongoing. The U.S. and other countries have offered help, and Venezuela has declared a state of emergency.
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Two earthquakes struck Venezuela with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5.
At least 164 people were confirmed dead and 971 injured so far.
La Guaira state suffered the most damage, with many collapsed buildings.
Rescue teams are still searching for survivors in rubble.
Venezuela’s main airport was damaged and closed due to the quakes.
President Donald Trump ordered U.S. agencies to provide aid and deploy search teams.
Several countries, including Argentina, Brazil, and China, offered assistance.
Venezuela’s government declared a state of emergency and canceled school classes.
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Venezuela declared a state of emergency after two strong earthquakes caused many deaths and injuries and damaged buildings, including in the capital, Caracas. The United States is offering help, but sanctions on Venezuela create challenges for delivering aid quickly and effectively.
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Two strong earthquakes struck Venezuela, killing at least 164 people and injuring about 1,000.
Venezuela declared a state of emergency due to the damage.
The US is in contact with Venezuelan authorities and is preparing to provide aid.
Sanctions imposed by the US and other countries limit how easily aid and financial help can reach Venezuela.
Some US sanctions were partially lifted recently, allowing more business and banking transactions with Venezuela.
Experts worry aid may not fully reach those who need it because of sanctions and added regulations.
There is concern the disaster could be used by the US to increase its influence in Venezuela.
Venezuela’s interim government thanks the US for its offer of support after the earthquakes.
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China has built a three-dimensional model of a U.S. Navy warship in a desert training area in Xinjiang. This model is likely used for testing missiles and preparing for possible military conflicts between China and the United States.
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The model is a replica of an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, a key U.S. Navy warship.
It is located in the Taklamakan Desert, a known site for testing Chinese anti-ship missiles.
China has constructed other U.S. vessel models in the area, mostly in two dimensions before this 3D version.
The model was detected by satellite images first captured in early 2024.
The area includes a rail system used to move mobile targets to simulate real combat conditions.
The training could be part of China's preparation for potential conflict over Taiwan.
Other U.S. military aircraft models have also been spotted in nearby Chinese test sites.
China has also built replicas of Taiwan's government buildings for military training exercises.
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Season 5 of the TV show "The Bear" will be the final season and will launch on Hulu via Disney+ on June 25, 2026. All eight episodes will be available to stream at once, with weekly broadcasts also starting the same day on FX.
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"The Bear" Season 5 is the last season of the show.
It will be released on June 25, 2026, at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET.
All episodes (eight in total) will be released simultaneously on Hulu, which requires a subscription starting at $11.99 per month.
FX will also air the episodes weekly for viewers who prefer to watch them over time.
The story follows Sydney, Richie, and Natalie managing the restaurant after Carmy leaves the food industry.
They face challenges such as no money, a possible sale, and a storm while trying to earn a Michelin star.
The show emphasizes that what makes a restaurant perfect is not just the food but the people involved.
No season 6 will be made; Season 5 concludes the series.
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Ukraine launched a large drone attack on Moscow, targeting the city’s main oil refinery and damaging key fuel infrastructure. This attack, along with falling oil and gold prices, is weakening two important parts of Russia’s economy that support President Putin during the war.
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Ukraine conducted its largest drone attack on Moscow on June 18, hitting the main oil refinery in the Kapotnya district.
The Kapotnya refinery supplies about one-third of the Moscow region’s fuel and may remain offline for the rest of the year due to damage.
Ukraine focused on attacking fuel refineries, depots, and rail links that process crude oil into usable energy.
Russia’s crude oil prices have dropped significantly, with Brent crude falling about 25% to mid-$70s and Urals crude down about 33% to low $60s per barrel.
Gold prices, once at record highs for Russia, have dropped by more than 25% from January, reducing its value as a financial safety net.
Russia’s federal budget faced a 4.6 trillion ruble deficit in early 2026 due to a 45% decline in oil and gas revenue.
Russia has begun importing gasoline by sea and extended export bans amid fuel shortages and rationing spreading across Moscow and other regions.
Russian officials recognize the attacks as a threat to society and are considering suspending diesel exports to protect local fuel supplies.
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Europe is experiencing a severe heat wave that is breaking temperature records in countries like the United Kingdom and France. Climate experts say that because Europe is warming faster than any other continent, its infrastructure may need to change to handle these extreme heat conditions.
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Europe is currently facing a very strong heat wave.
The heat wave is causing record high temperatures in the UK and France.
Europe is the fastest-warming continent on Earth.
Climate researchers warn that the continent’s infrastructure may need to be adjusted to cope with rising temperatures.
Radley M. Horton, a professor from Columbia University, has spoken about the impact of climate change on Europe.
The discussion was featured on CBS Morning News.
The need to adapt infrastructure means things like roads, buildings, and energy systems might have to be improved to handle more heat.
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Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala, involved in a major South African police corruption investigation, has pleaded guilty to corruption, fraud, and money laundering. He agreed to cooperate with prosecutors to help expose high-ranking police officers allegedly involved in bribery and corruption.
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Matlala admitted to bribing top police officials to win a 360 million rand ($22 million) contract for his company, Medicare24.
The plea deal could lead to Matlala serving eight years in prison if accepted by the court.
He must provide truthful testimony against senior officials during future trials.
Police chief General Fannie Masemola faces related charges but denies them.
The investigation is connected to the Madlanga Commission, which probes police corruption and criminal infiltration.
Matlala is also charged with a separate murder case, which he denies.
The inquiry was launched after claims that organized crime groups had infiltrated government and law enforcement.
The magistrate will decide on the plea deal next week in Pretoria.
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Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today show co-host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her home in Tucson in February. Investigators received ransom notes demanding Bitcoin and later claiming Nancy had died, which police consider possibly genuine while continuing their investigation with the FBI.
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Nancy Guthrie vanished from her Tucson-area home in February 2024.
Media received ransom notes demanding millions in Bitcoin for her return.
A second note claimed Nancy Guthrie had died accidentally after the abduction.
The first note was addressed directly to Savannah Guthrie and included specific details from the property.
Authorities consider the ransom note messages potentially credible and are actively investigating.
The FBI is working with local police but declined to comment publicly.
Experts say the notes support the theory of a kidnapping-for-ransom attempt that went wrong.
Savannah Guthrie has acknowledged the possibility that money was a motive for the abduction.
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The Green party leader Zack Polanski warned that reducing climate action would harm the UK Labour party politically. Trade unions and politicians are divided about North Sea oil drilling, with some supporting new drilling for jobs and others urging focus on clean energy to fight climate change.
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Zack Polanski said cutting back on climate actions would damage Labour’s political future.
Some trade union leaders want to stop new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea.
Former health secretary Wes Streeting and Unite union leader Sharon Graham support more drilling to protect jobs.
The energy secretary Ed Miliband aims for net zero carbon emissions, which some critics say could limit job growth.
Oil and gas jobs in the UK have dropped by more than half over the last decade.
Around 90-93% of the North Sea’s oil and gas have already been extracted.
Some unions warn that supporting drilling could help far-right political groups.
The net zero economy is growing quickly and creates better-paying jobs according to a business report.
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Ten years after the Brexit vote, some Britons still believe leaving the European Union was the right choice because it restored control over laws and borders. However, issues like increased immigration and political tensions have complicated the outcomes many voters expected.
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Brexit voters emphasized regaining sovereignty, democracy, and control over immigration as main reasons for leaving the EU.
Britain was a member of the EU for more than 43 years before leaving on January 31, 2020.
Some Brexit supporters blame UK governments for not fully using the freedoms gained after leaving the EU.
Immigration to the UK increased significantly after Brexit, rising from about 224,000 in 2019 to over 900,000 in 2023.
The Brexit debate has caused deep political divisions in the UK, including conflicts within the major Conservative Party.
Some critics say the “Leave” campaign used fear-based messages about immigration during the referendum.
The UK has historically been more focused on ties with English-speaking countries than with EU nations.
Key moments before Brexit included financial crises and disagreements over EU treaties, which increased tensions.
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