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A recent survey shows that public support for King Charles III’s monarchy in the UK has dropped to its lowest level in over 30 years. Support among young people aged 18 to 34 has fallen sharply, with more of them preferring the UK to have an elected head of state instead of a monarchy.
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Only 55% of Britons now support keeping the monarchy, down from 80% in 2012.
Support for changing to a republic has risen to 27%, up from 13% in 2012.
Among 18- to 34-year-olds, support for the monarchy is just 33%, while 45% prefer a republic.
In 2013, 74% of young people supported the monarchy, showing a big decline over 13 years.
Older people (55 and over) still mostly support the monarchy (74%).
King Charles has a 60% approval rating, and Prince William is even more popular at 71%.
The decline in monarchy support is partly linked to controversies involving royal family members.
The poll underscores a strong generational divide in opinions on the British monarchy’s future.
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation following public dissatisfaction with the economy and immigration policies. Andy Burnham, former Mayor of Manchester, won a local election and is seen as the likely new prime minister, with Labour hoping he can regain voter support in key areas.
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Keir Starmer resigned as British Prime Minister less than two years after winning the general election.
Starmer promised an orderly transition with a new prime minister expected by September 2026.
Andy Burnham recently stepped down as Mayor of Manchester after about ten years and won a local parliamentary seat in Makerfield.
Makerfield is a working-class, traditionally Labour-supporting area that voted heavily for Brexit in 2016.
Labour has been losing support in similar areas to right-wing parties like Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, an ally of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Burnham’s election win surprised many and gave hope for Labour to reconnect with voters ahead of the next national elections.
Burnham has positioned himself as an alternative to Starmer, criticizing Labour leadership while building his national profile.
Burnham warned against adopting highly polarized American-style politics, emphasizing the need for community cooperation in the U.K.
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A woman named Makalea and her three siblings all had Lyme disease but did not get diagnosed for many years because they never had the typical bull’s-eye rash. Their dog, Molly, showed the rash and was diagnosed quickly, highlighting how Lyme disease can be hard to detect without this sign. The family wants others to know that Lyme disease can still be present even if the rash is missing.
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Makalea and her three siblings had Lyme disease with no bull’s-eye rash.
Their dog, Molly, showed the rash and was diagnosed quickly by a vet.
Makalea experienced intense joint pain as a teenager, a symptom of Lyme disease.
The family’s Lyme disease diagnosis took about a decade after their dog’s diagnosis.
The siblings were also diagnosed with other infections linked to ticks, including Bartonella, Babesia, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
Lyme disease does not always cause the typical rash, contrary to common belief.
Symptoms of Lyme disease can include fever, fatigue, headaches, and swollen lymph nodes.
Makalea is now about 90% recovered after long treatment, hoping their story will help others get diagnosed sooner.
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A new study shows that many countries, including Mexico, Italy, and Kenya, are experiencing one to two more months of heat stress each year compared to the 1970s. The rising heat and humidity make it harder for people to cool down, increasing health risks during heat waves.
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Heat stress means how hot it feels to people, considering temperature, humidity, and wind.
The study used the Universal Thermal Climate Index to measure human heat stress.
Some regions have gained up to 50 extra days of strong heat stress annually since the 1970s.
Southern Europe, including Italy and Spain, faces almost a full month more of strong heat stress days.
Parts of the U.S., like Texas and Florida, experience 15 to 25 days of very strong heat stress each year now.
Humid heat is especially dangerous because it stops sweat from cooling the body effectively.
Heat stress seasons are getting longer, adding to the risk for people living in these areas.
The increase in heat stress is linked to global warming caused by burning coal, oil, and gas.
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Sir Keir Starmer has resigned as leader of the UK Labour Party and prime minister after poor election results and internal challenges. Andy Burnham, former Greater Manchester mayor, plans to run for Labour leader and could become prime minister if no other candidates compete.
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Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Labour leader and UK prime minister.
He will stay in office until Labour chooses a new leader.
Poor election results in Scotland, Wales, and parts of England increased pressure on Starmer.
Health secretary Wes Streeting and defence secretary John Healey resigned amid the crisis.
Andy Burnham won a recent by-election with a strong Labour majority and plans to run for leader.
Labour party rules require candidates to gain support from 81 MPs and either 32 local branches or 3 affiliated groups.
If only Burnham stands, he could become leader without a vote and take office by mid-July.
Some Labour MPs want Burnham to share detailed plans soon because he has been out of Parliament for almost ten years.
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Andy Burnham is expected to become the next British prime minister after Keir Starmer announced he will resign when a new leader is chosen. Burnham received quick support from members of the Labour Party, reducing the chance of a fight for leadership.
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Keir Starmer, current leader of the Labour Party, will resign soon.
Andy Burnham is a member of the Labour Party.
Burnham is likely to replace Starmer as prime minister.
Burnham is 56 years old.
He quickly gained support from Labour Party leaders.
This support helps avoid a long or contentious leadership contest.
The change will affect the leadership of the British government.
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Several countries in western and central Europe, including France, Spain, Italy, Germany, and others, are facing extreme heatwaves with temperatures above 40°C. These heatwaves have led to red heat alerts, school closures, travel disruptions, and tragic deaths linked to the hot weather.
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France has issued red heat alerts in over half its regions, with temperatures reaching 42°C in Bordeaux.
Two young children were found dead in a car in southern France, with the incident linked to the heat.
Spain is expecting temperatures up to 44°C, with red alerts in the Basque country and other regions.
Italy has red alerts for 12 cities, including Milan, Turin, and Rome, with temperatures above 35°C.
Germany reported five fatal swimming accidents during the heatwave, with temperatures reaching 38°C.
The UK’s Met Office issued a rare red heat warning for parts of England and Wales, with highs up to 38°C.
Hot air from the Sahara desert is driving these heatwaves, causing long-lasting and intense high temperatures.
Many train services and schools in affected countries have reduced operations or closed due to the heat.
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Kenya’s Health Minister Aden Duale was found guilty of ignoring a court order that stopped the construction of a US-funded Ebola quarantine center in Nanyuki. The quarantine site is meant for US citizens suspected of having Ebola from the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, but the project sparked deadly protests and legal battles over public health risks.
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The High Court in Kenya stopped building the 50-bed Ebola isolation center at a military base in Nanyuki until a rights group’s case was heard.
Minister Aden Duale allowed construction to continue despite the court order and was found guilty of contempt of court.
Protests against the center resulted in three deaths, including a 17-year-old boy who was shot during police efforts to control the crowd.
The quarantine center is intended for US citizens suspected of having Ebola from the outbreak in DR Congo.
The Katiba Institute warned the center posed serious health risks and filed the court case to stop construction.
Kenya’s health ministry claimed ongoing work was only by the Kenyan government and not in violation of the court order, but the judge disagreed.
President William Ruto supports the quarantine center, saying the US requested it and refusing would be "inhuman."
The US plans to provide $13.5 million to Kenya as part of a larger $112 million effort for regional Ebola response.
Kenya has not recorded any Ebola cases, while DR Congo has over 1,000 confirmed cases and Uganda has 20 confirmed cases so far.
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Congo’s Ministry of Health has confirmed over 1,000 cases of Ebola in the country. Most cases and deaths have occurred in the Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces.
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There are 1,003 confirmed Ebola cases in Congo.
The total number of deaths reported is 254.
Most Ebola cases are in the Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces.
Health workers are concerned about a displacement camp in Ituri, where the disease could spread further.
The outbreak is ongoing and officials continue to monitor the situation.
Ebola is a severe viral disease that can cause widespread illness and death.
Efforts to control the outbreak include tracking cases and providing care to the sick.
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Abelardo de la Espriella, a far-right millionaire lawyer, was elected Colombia’s next president, narrowly defeating a leftwing senator. His victory marks a shift to the right after Colombia’s first leftist president and has raised concerns about the future of democracy and human rights in the country.
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De la Espriella is a millionaire lawyer known for defending paramilitary leaders and has never held public office before.
He won the presidential election by a small margin of around 250,000 votes out of 41 million voters.
He follows a strong far-right political agenda, promising to use lethal force against criminals and protesters.
His campaign drew inspiration from leaders like U.S. President Donald Trump, El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele, and Brazil’s Bolsonaro family.
De la Espriella plans major state reforms, including shrinking government size by 40%, which some experts warn could worsen economic and security problems.
He opposes abortion and LGBTQ+ rights and wants Colombia to leave the inter-American human rights system.
His election is part of a broader wave of far-right movements gaining power across Latin America.
Critics fear his presidency threatens Colombia’s democratic institutions and civil rights protections.
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The article provides a weather forecast for the United Kingdom for the upcoming week. It focuses on whether the extreme heat expected in some areas will continue.
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The forecast concerns weather in the UK for the coming week.
Some regions are predicted to experience extreme heat.
The article aims to clarify how long the hot weather might last.
A video with details is included but requires JavaScript to view.
The information is current as of one day ago.
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Parts of England and Wales will face extreme heat this week, with temperatures possibly reaching 40°C, according to a rare red heat warning from the Met Office. The high temperatures, combined with humidity, could cause serious health risks, travel disruptions, and other problems.
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The red heat warning will be in effect from 9:00 AM Wednesday to 9:00 PM Thursday.
Areas affected include London, the Midlands, south-east Wales, and southern England.
Temperatures could reach up to 40°C, close to the UK's record of 40.3°C set in 2022.
The UK Health Security Agency also issued red health warnings covering several regions during this period.
Some schools plan to close early or relax uniform rules due to the heat.
Authorities warn of serious health risks and urge people to take safety measures.
Travel disruptions are expected on roads and railways due to high temperatures.
Fire safety officials remind people to be cautious near open water and outdoor spaces to prevent wildfires and accidents.
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Thousands of people in Tirana, Albania have protested for 21 days against a planned luxury resort backed by Jared Kushner and other investors on a coastal area with natural and historical importance. The protests have grown into a broader movement against alleged government corruption and a lack of transparency about the project and other issues.
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The protests focus on plans to build a luxury tourism complex on Sazan Island and the Pishë Poro-Narta coastline.
Jared Kushner, President Trump’s son-in-law, is one of the investors involved in the project.
The resort could include 800 guest rooms, villas, a golf course, a casino, a water park, and apartments.
The project is still in the design phase, with developers saying they aim to protect the environment.
Other backers include the Qatar-based Assets Group, led by brothers with ties to the Qatari royal family and Washington.
Corporate records show the main development company was registered in Qatar and controlled through a group of shell companies in the Netherlands.
Albanian activists say there was no public consultation and criticize the government’s secrecy and alleged corruption.
These protests are among the biggest in Albania since the end of its communist era in 1991.
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Clive Davis, a famous music executive who helped many well-known artists, has died at 94. He passed away peacefully at his home in New York due to age-related illness, surrounded by family.
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Clive Davis died at age 94 from an illness related to aging.
He passed away at his home in Manhattan with family present.
Davis was a five-time Grammy Award winner.
He helped launch and guide famous artists like Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen, and Whitney Houston.
Davis started his career as a lawyer before joining Columbia Records.
He became head of Columbia Records without formal music training.
He signed major artists including Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, Billy Joel, and Earth Wind and Fire.
Other music professionals praised him for respecting artists and focusing on their success.
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A weather pattern called a heat dome is causing very high temperatures in parts of Europe and the United States. This happens when high pressure traps hot air, making heat build up for days or weeks and increasing risks like drought and heat-related illnesses.
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A heat dome forms when a large area of high pressure stays over a region, trapping hot air underneath.
This blocking of clouds and rain makes the heat stronger and causes temperatures to rise above normal levels.
Europe is expecting a heat dome to bring unusually high temperatures to Spain, France, and the UK.
The U.S. Southwest and Texas are already experiencing dangerous heat and humidity due to a similar heat dome.
Three hikers recently died in the Grand Canyon, partly because of extreme heat conditions.
Nighttime temperatures in some areas are staying high, reducing relief from the heat.
Several North American cities hosting the World Cup, including Dallas, Houston, and Miami, face above-average temperatures.
Authorities are warning people to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity, and check on vulnerable people during this period.
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Cuba is facing a growing shortage of electricity and fuel, partly due to U.S. sanctions. People in Havana often have only about two hours of power each day and are expressing frustration with the situation. The Cuban government has introduced major economic changes, but energy supplies remain very limited.
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Cuba is experiencing a worsening crisis in electricity and fuel supply.
The U.S. government has imposed an oil blockade on Cuba earlier this year.
Many Havana residents get about two hours of electricity daily.
Frustration among Cubans is increasing as power cuts happen frequently.
The Cuban government announced broad economic reforms in response to the crisis.
Energy rationing continues despite government efforts to improve the situation.
Residents are openly criticizing the government because of the hardships caused by the shortages.
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A pregnant fin whale was found dead on the front part of a cruise ship that arrived in Seward, Alaska. Authorities are investigating the cause of death and have started an animal autopsy to learn more.
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The dead whale was a pregnant female fin whale, an endangered species.
It was found on the "bulbous bow," the front part, of a cruise ship in Seward, Alaska.
NOAA Fisheries Alaska is handling the investigation and working with the Alaska SeaLife Center to perform a necropsy (animal autopsy).
It is illegal for people to take any parts of the whale unless they are Alaska Natives using the parts for traditional purposes.
Fin whales are the second-largest whale species and face serious threats from being hit by ships.
Nearly 725,000 fin whales were killed by whaling in the Southern Hemisphere during the 20th century.
Other recent fin whale deaths have occurred, including a similar case in New Jersey and one near Anchorage, Alaska.
Icelandic hunters recently resumed fin whale hunting after a pause, causing concern among conservationists.
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U.S. Vice President JD Vance recently finished two days of talks with Iran and is hopeful about progress. However, there are still important disagreements that could prevent a deal between the two countries.
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Vice President JD Vance met with Iranian officials for two days of discussions.
The talks focused on reaching an agreement between the U.S. and Iran.
Vance expressed optimism after the meetings.
Despite positive signs, some key issues remain unresolved.
These unresolved issues might stop the two sides from making a final deal.
The talks are part of ongoing efforts to improve U.S.-Iran relations.
Details about the exact disagreements have not been fully shared in the report.
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Twin brothers Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye from Nigeria married twin sisters Taiwo and Kehinde Adediran in a joint wedding ceremony in Ibadan. The couples met in university, became friends, and reunited years later to start their relationships, celebrating a strong twin culture among the Yoruba people.
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The wedding took place in Ibadan, a city in south-west Nigeria.
Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye are fraternal twin brothers; Taiwo and Kehinde Adediran are identical twin sisters.
The Yoruba people have a high number of twin births and consider twins a blessing.
The twin names Taiwo and Kehinde have special meanings related to birth order.
The couples first met at the University of Ibadan about 10 years ago.
Both couples waited years before starting their romantic relationships.
Families warmly welcomed the unions, and many other twins attended the wedding.
The Oguntoye brothers are involved in promoting twin culture and tourism locally.
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The concert movie "Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour," co-directed by Billie Eilish and James Cameron, showed her live tour in 3D in theaters worldwide. Starting June 23, 2026, the movie will be available to rent or buy on digital platforms like Prime Video and Apple TV.
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The film is 114 minutes long and shows Billie Eilish’s live tour experience.
It was co-directed by singer Billie Eilish and James Cameron, who has won three Academy Awards.
The movie was originally shown in 3D in theaters globally in May.
From June 23, 2026, it can be rented or purchased on Video on Demand services such as Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.
The movie is not yet available on streaming services.
There is no confirmed release date for DVD, Blu-ray, or 4K Ultra HD versions yet.
The film offers a behind-the-scenes look and shows Billie Eilish’s connection with her audience during the tour.
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