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A French curator discovered a rare notebook in the national library containing unpublished music pieces by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. These compositions, created when Mozart was a music teacher, will be performed publicly for the first time during France's Fête de la Musique on June 21.
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The notebook was found in France’s national library.
It contains unpublished music signed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
The music dates to the time when Mozart was giving music lessons.
Two musicians from the Radio France Philharmonic Orchestra will perform the pieces.
The first public performance is scheduled for June 21.
The event is part of France’s Fête de la Musique, a day celebrating music every year.
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Families of people suspected to have Ebola broke into a treatment center in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and took the patients out. This action has increased concerns about spreading the disease further.
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The event took place in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Families entered a quarantine center forcefully.
They removed patients who were suspected of having Ebola.
The incident raises fears of more Ebola infections spreading.
The patients had been isolated to stop the disease from spreading.
Ebola is a serious viral disease that requires strict isolation to control.
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President Donald Trump’s new deal with Iran includes waivers that ease U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil. This move has upset some hawks, including Trump’s allies, who fear it helps Iran’s economy and weakens U.S. negotiating power.
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The deal provides waivers, which temporarily lift some U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil exports.
These waivers are part of a broader peace agreement with Iran.
Some U.S. officials and allies, known as hawks, strongly oppose the deal.
Critics say easing sanctions could strengthen Iran’s economy.
Opponents worry it reduces U.S. influence over Iran’s actions.
The agreement aims to change relations between the U.S. and Iran.
Oil sanctions are a key tool used to pressure Iran financially.
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Iran’s new leadership is deciding how to learn from a 110-day war, which will affect whether they reach a nuclear deal with the US. President Trump and US intelligence officials have expressed doubts about Iran’s honesty in negotiations, while some Iranian voices suggest geography gives Iran power beyond nuclear weapons.
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Iran’s new leaders are shaped by a recent 110-day war.
The Iranian supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, opposes the nuclear deal in principle but allows negotiations to continue with conditions.
President Donald Trump has said Iran’s leaders are “very dishonourable” but later called them “the most rational group we have ever dealt with.”
US CIA Director John Ratcliffe warned the Iranian public statements may not match their private intentions.
Some in Iran believe control of the Strait of Hormuz is a powerful advantage that gives deterrence beyond nuclear weapons.
There is public desire in Iran for stability and an end to ongoing conflict and protests.
President Trump’s team feels they have gained new access to senior Iranian officials recently.
The situation in Iran-US relations remains uncertain, with internal debates about whether to pursue pragmatism or ideological goals.
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The first week of the FIFA World Cup featured intense soccer matches and brought attention to political issues like global relations and U.S. immigration policies. This World Cup is the first to be held in North America and is building excitement for the next stage of the tournament.
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The FIFA World Cup is taking place in North America for the first time.
Early games have included many exciting and action-packed moments.
Political topics such as international relations have been highlighted during the event.
Discussions about U.S. immigration policy surfaced alongside the sports coverage.
The tournament is preparing fans for the upcoming knockout rounds later this month.
The event attracts viewers from around the world watching both sports and related issues.
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Fighting continues in southern Lebanon despite reports of a ceasefire, with Israeli strikes killing at least seven people. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah threatens a new agreement between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the Middle East war and restarting nuclear talks.
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Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon killed at least seven people, including two children.
Fighting persisted even after reports of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah.
Hezbollah fired over 50 projectiles at Israeli forces, prompting Israeli military retaliation.
Over 47 people were killed in Lebanon and four Israeli soldiers died in heavy fighting on Friday.
Mediators, including the U.S., Iran, and Qatar, are trying to broker a ceasefire but have not confirmed a deal.
The U.S.-Iran interim agreement reopened the Strait of Hormuz for oil and gas shipping and planned new nuclear talks.
Israel and Hezbollah are not part of the U.S.-Iran deal, which calls for a halt to fighting in Lebanon and respect for its sovereignty.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said Israeli forces will stay in southern Lebanon until the threat ends, while Hezbollah demands Israel’s withdrawal as a condition for peace.
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President Donald Trump called the Iran agreement a major success, while Israeli media criticized it as a serious setback. The article describes how Washington promotes the deal, Israel views it as a betrayal, and Iran remains cautious, all within a 60-day period to make the agreement more permanent.
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President Trump described the Iran deal as a breakthrough.
Israeli media reacted strongly, calling the deal a disaster.
Washington is trying to promote diplomacy through the agreement.
Tel Aviv (Israel’s government) feels betrayed by the deal.
Tehran (Iran’s government) is cautious and remains on guard.
There is a 60-day window to turn the current agreement into a lasting deal.
The article highlights differing views from three major capitals: Washington, Tel Aviv, and Tehran.
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Ukraine is defending itself against attacks by using small interceptor drones to stop Iranian-designed Shahed drones sent by Russia. These interceptor drones help protect Eastern Ukraine from the increasing number and power of enemy drones and missiles.
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Russia uses drones, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles to attack Ukraine.
Most of the drones attacking Ukraine are based on the Iranian "Shahed" design.
Shahed drones are becoming faster, smarter, and more common.
Since last summer, Ukraine has used interceptor drones to defend against these attacks.
Interceptor drones act like missile defenses by catching and destroying incoming enemy drones.
The video report shows Ukrainian teams using these drones in Eastern Ukraine.
The situation reflects ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
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Reports say some ministers inside UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government want him to step down after his Labour Party lost many local election seats. Andy Burnham’s recent election win may lead to a challenge for Labour’s leadership.
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Some ministers in Keir Starmer’s government are privately asking him to resign.
Starmer is considered one of the least popular UK prime ministers.
Labour Party lost nearly 1,500 seats in recent local elections.
Andy Burnham won a special election on Friday.
Burnham’s win might encourage a leadership challenge within the Labour Party.
The article mentions ongoing political drama in the UK.
Keir Starmer has said he will participate in any leadership contest.
The story was reported on June 20, 2026.
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A large fire broke out on June 19 at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach resort in the Dominican Republic, killing one tourist and forcing nearly 1,700 guests to evacuate. The fire spread quickly due to strong winds and flammable thatched roofing, causing major damage to the resort.
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The fire happened at a beachfront hotel in Bayahibe, Dominican Republic.
One tourist, Francesca Valentino, a 46-year-old Italian woman, died in the fire.
About 1,690 guests were evacuated safely from the resort.
Three people were taken to the hospital, and six others received treatment on site.
The resort’s thatched roofs made from dried palm or cane helped the fire spread fast.
Emergency teams fought the fire for hours before controlling it.
Despite the fire, tourism in Bayahibe continued as usual after the incident.
The fire raised questions about safety standards and emergency plans at busy tourist resorts.
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Peru’s presidential election result is very close, with the winner expected to be decided by less than one percent of the vote. Keiko Fujimori, daughter of a former president, is likely to win, but her opponent has raised concerns about possible voting problems.
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The presidential election in Peru is one of the closest in the country’s history.
The winning margin is expected to be under one percent.
Keiko Fujimori is the leading candidate and daughter of a former president.
Her rival has claimed there were irregularities during the election.
The election outcome is still being awaited by voters and officials.
There have been protests related to the election in Peru.
The situation has drawn regional attention, including nearby countries like Bolivia.
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Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency after a 50-day blockade that stopped much of the country’s business and caused shortages of food, medicine, and fuel. This declaration allows the military to be sent across the country and followed an agreement with the main trade union to end the protests.
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Bolivia has experienced a blockade lasting 50 days.
The blockade severely affected the economy and access to essential supplies.
President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency in response.
The declaration allows military forces to be deployed nationwide.
The president reached a deal with the main trade union federation.
The deal aims to end the protests that caused the blockades and shortages.
The blockade mainly disrupted the capital city and its supply chains.
The crisis has raised concerns about public access to food, medicine, and fuel.
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Health workers in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are very worried about their safety during a serious Ebola virus outbreak. The outbreak is the worst they have ever faced, and efforts to control the virus are ongoing.
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The Ebola outbreak is mainly affecting Ituri province in eastern DRC.
Health workers are on the frontlines, treating patients and trying to stop the virus.
This outbreak is larger and more severe than previous ones in the area.
The World Health Organization (WHO) and other groups are involved in response efforts.
Health workers feel helpless and fearful because of the danger they face.
The virus spreads easily and can cause serious illness or death.
Efforts include tracking cases, treating patients, and educating communities.
The outbreak is creating a stressful and risky situation for health workers and local residents.
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A man in Morocco found what looked like an old, worn manuscript in his family collection. After experts examined it, they confirmed it is a rare handwritten book in Tashelhiyt Berber, a language from Morocco, making it a valuable piece of cultural history.
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The man, known online as Easy-Advertising-152, discovered the manuscript among his father’s belongings in Morocco.
At first, he thought it was just a common old Arabic manuscript with religious texts.
Experts identified the manuscript as written in Tashelhiyt (Shilha) Berber, using Arabic script.
The manuscript likely dates back to the 18th century and contains religious teachings for Berber-speaking Muslims.
It has text in brown and red ink; the red highlights Islamic creeds and headings.
The manuscript’s cover and pages show significant wear and water damage, reflecting its age.
This document is one of the few written examples of the Berber language from the Sous region of Morocco.
The discoverer shared images online, attracting attention and considering selling it to historians for preservation.
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A train crash near Bedford caused serious injuries to most passengers in one carriage and killed the driver. Emergency services arrived quickly, and investigators are using data from the trains to find out what happened.
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The crash happened on Friday night between two trains near Bedford, on the East Midlands Railway.
One train hit another that was moving slower, killing the driver.
Out of the passengers, 89 were hurt, and 33 needed urgent hospital care.
A passenger said about 90% of people in his carriage were injured, with broken bones and deep wounds.
The passenger described how the train seats made injuries worse during the crash.
Emergency workers arrived about 10 minutes after the accident and helped passengers.
Railway experts said black box data and signal records will help understand the cause of the crash.
Unions expressed sadness for the driver who died and thanked emergency responders.
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Italy and the United States are in a diplomatic disagreement after President Donald Trump said that Italy's Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, begged him for a photo at the recent G7 summit. Prime Minister Meloni denied this claim, saying neither she nor Italy ever begged for a photo.
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President Donald Trump told Italian media that Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni begged him for a photo at the G7 summit.
Meloni rejected Trump's statement and called it made up.
The comment caused a diplomatic spat between Italy and the United States.
The disagreement sparked outrage within Italian political groups.
The incident happened shortly after the G7 meeting in Paris and Versailles.
Both countries have important political and diplomatic ties in Europe and globally.
The story attracted media attention from several international news sources.
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Israeli airstrikes hit southern Lebanon less than a day after a ceasefire with Hezbollah was announced, killing at least 11 people. The strikes targeted Hezbollah positions after the group fired rockets at Israeli forces, raising concerns that tensions could harm a US-led peace deal with Iran.
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At least 11 people were killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, especially near the city of Nabatieh.
The Israeli military said it attacked Hezbollah targets in response to over 50 projectiles fired by Hezbollah.
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah had been announced less than 24 hours before the strikes.
The US criticized Israel's ongoing military actions in Lebanon, fearing they could disrupt a peace deal with Iran.
US envoy Steve Witkoff is traveling to Switzerland for talks with Iran to strengthen the peace agreement.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces pressure to continue military action against Hezbollah.
Hezbollah warned it will keep attacking if Israel continues its invasion of southern Lebanon.
The conflict has displaced about a million people and destroyed many communities in southern Lebanon.
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Two roadside bombs exploded in northwestern Pakistan, killing at least seven people. The first bomb hit a vehicle, and the second exploded when rescuers arrived, injuring three more.
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The attacks happened in Bannu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, near the Afghan border.
The first bomb was a remote-controlled homemade device targeting a private pick-up truck.
The second bomb went off as injured people were being taken to the hospital.
No group has claimed responsibility for the bombings so far.
The Pakistan Taliban (TTP) and other armed groups are active in the area.
Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of harboring these groups, but the Afghan Taliban government denies this.
Tensions have risen recently, including Pakistani air strikes on Afghan cities.
The Pakistan-Afghanistan border has mostly been closed since violent clashes escalated in October.
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Two roadside bombs exploded in northwest Pakistan’s Bannu district, killing at least seven people and injuring three. Authorities believe the attacks were remotely controlled and are searching for those responsible, with suspicion on the Pakistani Taliban.
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Two bombs exploded on Saturday in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province near the Afghanistan border.
The first bomb killed five people when it targeted a vehicle.
The second bomb exploded as rescuers arrived, killing two more people.
Three people were wounded in the blasts.
Both bombs were triggered remotely, according to a senior police official.
No group claimed the attacks, but Pakistani Taliban have been blamed for similar violence before.
Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari condemned the attacks and warned those supporting terrorism.
Many Pakistani Taliban fighters reportedly have safe bases across the border in Afghanistan.
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The White House is discussing changes to travel rules for Iran’s soccer team during the 2026 World Cup in the United States. Currently, Iran’s team can only arrive a day before their match and must leave the same day, but talks aim to allow more time for their game in Seattle.
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Iran’s soccer team must arrive in the U.S. one day before their match and leave the same day under current visa restrictions.
These rules apply even though the U.S., Canada, and Mexico are co-hosting the 2026 World Cup.
Iran’s coach called the team the "most oppressed" at the tournament because of these travel limits.
The White House’s World Cup task force is considering changes for Iran’s third game in Seattle on June 27.
Iran’s team is based in Mexico during the tournament and traveled about 30 minutes to Los Angeles for earlier games.
Seattle is a three-hour flight from Mexico, which is why travel rules might be adjusted.
The Iranian Football Federation wants the team to arrive two days early and leave the day after matches for better preparation.
Iran plans to file a formal complaint with FIFA about the travel restrictions.
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