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At the G7 summit, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney quietly told President Donald Trump that Canada would limit imports of Chinese electric vehicles to less than 3 percent of its market, or about 49,000 cars. This agreement is part of a trade deal between Canada and China, aimed at lowering tariffs and managing trade tensions.
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Mark Carney spoke to President Trump at the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, about limiting Chinese electric vehicle imports.
Canada agreed to cap imports of Chinese electric vehicles at about 49,000 cars, which is less than 3 percent of its market.
The deal sets a tariff rate of 6.1 percent on these vehicles, down from a previous 100 percent tariff imposed in 2024.
China agreed to lower tariffs on Canadian canola from 85 percent to around 15 percent.
President Trump had previously threatened to impose high tariffs on Canadian goods if Canada made a trade deal with China.
The G7 summit involved leaders from Canada, the U.S., France, Italy, Germany, Japan, and the U.K., discussing issues including China’s trade practices.
China was not present at the G7 but was a major topic of discussion due to concerns about state subsidies and economic policies.
The U.S. and China have recently been easing trade tensions, highlighted by President Trump’s visit to Beijing and plans for Chinese leader Xi Jinping to visit the U.S. in September.
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A new Australian study found that men who recently ended a relationship are much more likely to think about or attempt suicide than men who have not had a breakup. The risk of suicide attempts is about seven times higher shortly after a breakup, and this increased risk lasts for years.
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The Ten to Men project tracked over 20,000 Australian men to study their mental health after relationship breakups.
Men who had a breakup in the past year were more than twice as likely to have suicidal thoughts compared to men without a recent breakup (30.8% vs. 14.4%).
Around 6.8% of men recently separated reported attempting suicide, compared to 0.9% of men without a recent breakup.
Fathers showed a higher risk, with 14.4% making suicidal plans after a breakup versus 2.9% who had not broken up.
Current or former Australian Defence Force personnel reported a 12.8% rate of suicide attempts after breakups, much higher than the 0.8% for those without breakups.
Relationship breakups can cause major life changes like reduced contact with children, financial issues, housing changes, and smaller support networks.
Suicide is the leading cause of death for Australian men aged 15 to 44 and accounts for 75% of all male deaths by suicide.
Experts emphasize the need for ongoing mental health support for men after breakups and encourage men to seek help early.
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The “Earth’s Black Box” is a large steel structure designed to record data about climate change and humanity’s actions leading to possible environmental collapse. After five years of planning and development, it will be installed near a remote airfield in western Tasmania in December.
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The Earth’s Black Box is 16 meters long and 4 meters high, made of steel with solar panels on top.
It will continuously collect and store hundreds of data sets about the planet’s health for future generations.
The idea is inspired by a plane's black box, which records flight data to investigate crashes.
The project was announced during the UN’s 2021 Cop26 climate talks in Glasgow.
The project is coordinated by the Earth’s Black Box Foundation, a registered charity.
The structure will be installed near Queenstown on Tasmania’s west coast, chosen for its geological and political stability.
The University of Tasmania was originally involved but later withdrew from the project.
The project aims to serve as a record and warning about climate crises, potentially acting as a tourist attraction in Tasmania.
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Scientists found ancient DNA showing an early outbreak of plague about 5,500 years ago among hunter-gatherers in Siberia. The disease spread through contact with infected animals and between people, killing many children and families in these communities.
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The earliest known plague outbreak occurred around 5,500 years ago in south-eastern Siberia.
Ancient DNA from hunter-gatherer remains showed the presence of the plague bacterium Yersinia pestis.
The disease likely spread to humans from marmots and ground squirrels, then spread between people.
Many graves, especially at the Ust-Ida site, contained children who died from the plague.
At least two-thirds of the dead at some cemeteries were under 15 years old.
Two waves of plague outbreaks happened about 400 to 600 years apart.
The ancient plague strain had a toxic protein that might explain why it was deadly, especially to children.
This study helps explain why so many people died young in prehistoric hunter-gatherer communities.
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Layla Wright investigates the case of Rachel Fulstow, a woman convicted of murder and given a life sentence, even though she was nearly 100 miles away from where the crime happened. The story looks into how and why she was found guilty despite the distance from the crime scene.
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Rachel Fulstow was convicted of murder.
She received a life sentence.
At the time of the crime, she was nearly 100 miles away from the location where it happened.
Layla Wright explores the details of Fulstow’s conviction.
The investigation raises questions about how the verdict was reached given her distance from the crime.
The program is a 38-minute documentary episode titled "Killer Couple: Love on Trial."
It was first shown on June 17, 2026, and is available for over a year on the BBC iPlayer.
The documentary includes sensitive content about sexual abuse.
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President Donald Trump will hold a news conference to discuss the Group of Seven (G7) summit held in France and the memorandum of understanding signed with Iran, which has not been publicly released. Trump described the document as not final and warned of military action if Iran does not comply with the agreement.
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President Trump attended the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France.
He and Vice President JD Vance say they signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran.
The text of the memorandum has not yet been made public due to diplomatic reasons involving mediators like Qatar and Pakistan.
Trump plans to read the agreement aloud and answer questions in a news conference to avoid confusion.
The memorandum is a preliminary agreement, not a final deal with Iran.
Trump warned that the U.S. would resume military strikes on Iran if they do not follow the terms.
G7 leaders signed a joint statement supporting a ceasefire with Iran and promising stricter sanctions on Russia.
Trump had dinner with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palace of Versailles after the news conference.
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A dermatologist explained the dangers of "tanmaxxing," a trend where people try to get the darkest tan by spending a lot of time in the sun. The doctor talked about the risks of too much sun exposure.
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Tanmaxxing means trying to get the darkest possible tan.
It involves maximizing time spent in the sun.
Too much sun can cause skin damage.
Skin damage increases the risk of skin cancer.
Doctors advise protecting skin from excessive sun exposure.
People should use sunscreen and avoid long sun sessions.
Dermatologists warn against the health risks of intentional tanning.
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Two new bills have been introduced in the UK Parliament to protect whistleblowers, journalists, and victims of sexual assault from lawsuits meant to silence them. These laws aim to stop so-called "SLAPPs" — legal cases that use expensive court battles to intimidate people speaking on matters of public interest.
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SLAPP stands for "strategic lawsuits against public participation" and are used to silence critics with costly legal actions.
Conservative members introduced two private members’ bills within 24 hours to address this issue.
The bills have shown signs of support from Labour ministers and are expected to gain cross-party backing.
One bill allows judges to dismiss weak cases early to prevent high legal costs for defendants.
Courts could order claimants who delay or unfairly prolong cases to pay penalties.
SLAPP lawsuits have been used by wealthy individuals and companies to stop investigative journalism and reports on unethical behavior.
Current UK laws partially protect those speaking about economic crimes but not other human rights issues.
Several countries, including US states and EU members, have introduced anti-SLAPP laws, but the EU directive excludes criminal cases and has been slow to be adopted fully.
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Photographer Majid Saeedi is documenting a war happening in his hometown, Tehran. He captures the damage and emotions caused by the conflict while facing internet problems and working alone.
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Majid Saeedi is a well-known photojournalist.
He has photographed wars and their effects in many places around the world.
The current war is happening in Tehran, his home city.
The city is being bombed, causing damage and hardship.
Majid moves through damaged neighborhoods and public areas to take photos.
He captures both the physical destruction and people’s feelings.
Saeedi faces challenges like internet outages and working alone.
His work is featured in a documentary film called Tehran War Diary, made by Ladan Anoushfar.
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A small business jet crashed on a highway near Laredo, Texas, killing one of the six people on board. Passersby rushed to the scene to help rescue passengers as the plane caught fire and was badly damaged.
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The crash happened on Loop 20 highway near the Texas-Mexico border around 10 p.m. on June 16, 2026.
Six people were on the plane; one person died in the crash.
A car on the highway was also hit, and its driver was taken to the hospital in stable condition.
The plane was a Cessna Citation Latitude twin jet traveling from San José del Cabo, Mexico, to Austin, Texas.
Witnesses and drivers stopped to help, using tools like sledgehammers to break the plane’s windows and try to free passengers.
The plane was almost broken in half and tipped on its side, with the tail separated and lying on a lower road.
Police said the crash was caused by a mechanical failure, but details were not provided.
Five officers were treated for smoke inhalation after responding to the burning crash site.
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At the G7 summit in France, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that world leaders promised more help to Ukraine against Russia’s invasion. The G7 countries agreed to strengthen Ukraine’s air defenses, support its energy needs, and increase economic pressure on Russia.
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Ukraine’s war with Russia has entered its fifth year.
The G7 includes Japan, the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Canada, and the US.
Leaders committed to improving Ukraine’s air defense systems.
Support will also be given to maintain Ukraine’s energy supply.
New sanctions against Russia will be introduced by the G7.
Ukraine officially began talks to join the European Union on June 15, 2026.
Ukraine has used advanced drones to disrupt Russian forces and supply lines.
Ukraine lacks sufficient Patriot air defense missiles partly due to US supplies being used in the Middle East.
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The Indian government temporarily blocked the Telegram app to stop exam question leaks ahead of a key medical test. Telegram said this ban is unconstitutional and unfairly limits free speech for over 150 million users in India, many of whom use the app for education.
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India blocked access to Telegram to prevent fraud related to exam question leaks.
Telegram challenged the ban in a New Delhi court, calling it unconstitutional and too broad.
The company said blocking the app harms students and teachers who use it to share study materials.
Over 150 million people in India use Telegram, making it the app’s largest market.
India’s government says the ban follows the law and protects public interest.
Telegram’s founder, Pavel Durov, said the ban punishes users rather than those who leaked the exam papers.
The ban followed the cancellation of the NEET medical entrance exam, which was compromised by leaked questions.
Activists worry the legal rules behind the ban could be used to limit free speech on digital platforms.
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The U.S. military attacked a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, which they said was carrying drugs. One person died, and two others survived. The U.S. says the boat was traveling on routes commonly used for drug trafficking.
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The attack happened in the eastern Pacific Ocean.
The U.S. military carried out the strike.
One man on the boat was killed.
Two people survived the attack.
The U.S. Southern Command shared the news on social media platform X.
The boat was said to be involved in drug trafficking activities.
The vessel was moving along known drug trafficking routes.
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Alicia Keys will sing her song "Empire State of Mind" at an event on Thursday. It is not yet known if Jay-Z, who originally performed the song with her, will also appear.
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Alicia Keys is scheduled to perform at a Thursday event.
She will sing "Empire State of Mind."
James Dolan made the announcement about her performance.
There is no information yet about Jay-Z joining her.
The event details and location have not been specified.
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The Prince and Princess of Wales attended the second day of Royal Ascot, a major horse racing event in Berkshire, England. The event runs for five days and attracts thousands of visitors each year.
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The second day of Royal Ascot took place at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.
The Prince and Princess of Wales were present at the event.
Royal Ascot is one of the biggest social events in the summer calendar.
The event runs for five days, ending on Saturday.
About 290,000 people are expected to attend during the week.
Many visitors wore elaborate hats, a traditional part of the event.
BBC Radio Berkshire provided continuous coverage throughout the week.
Royal Ascot includes both racing and social activities for attendees.
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A man in northern Nigeria was jailed for two weeks after neighbours complained about a bad smell caused by bags of human faeces stored outside his home. He had been selling the faeces to farmers as fertilizer, but the smell upset the community and was seen as a health risk.
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Mohammed Saidu stored bags of human faeces outside his home in Kano, Nigeria.
Neighbours said the smell made life very unpleasant.
Saidu was sentenced to 14 days in jail and fined 100,000 naira (about $74).
The judge visited the property before giving the verdict.
Saidu admitted he endangered public health.
Saidu’s job is emptying septic tanks, and he sold the faeces to farmers as fertilizer.
Neighbours first tried to talk to him privately but then went to the authorities.
After the court case, the smell improved and neighbours felt happier.
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French President Emmanuel Macron gave closing remarks at the G7 summit held in Evian-les-Bains, France. The summit brought together world leaders to discuss global issues, including peace efforts and diplomacy.
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The G7 summit took place in Evian-les-Bains, France.
President Macron spoke at the closing session of the meeting.
The summit included discussions on international peace, such as the US-Iran agreement.
President Donald Trump attended the summit and was invited by Macron to a dinner at Versailles.
The event focused on global cooperation among the seven leading industrialized nations.
The summit coverage was available live through France 24.
The meeting involved key countries from Europe, North America, and Japan.
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A former worker at the London Clinic tried to access and sell Princess Catherine’s medical records but was caught and formally warned by the UK’s data protection authority. The investigation found no wider problems at the hospital, which is a private healthcare facility often used by members of the royal family.
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The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) started investigating in March 2024 after a report about a staff member trying to get the princess’s medical notes.
Princess Catherine had abdominal surgery at the London Clinic in January 2024.
The former healthcare worker received a caution, which is an official warning without criminal charges.
The ICO said the data misuse was deliberate and aimed at making money.
No evidence showed that the hospital had broader issues with handling patient data.
The London Clinic described the incident as isolated and confirmed it followed regulations properly.
Princess Catherine revealed in March 2024 that she was undergoing cancer treatment and later announced she was in remission in early 2025.
She has since returned to public appearances, including a royal event in 2025 after completing her treatment.
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Many Cubans are leaving their country because of a deep economic crisis. This crisis was caused by U.S. sanctions and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a migration problem.
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Millions of Cubans are leaving Cuba.
The cause is a big economic crisis in the country.
U.S. sanctions have worsened Cuba's economy.
The COVID-19 pandemic also hurt the economy.
This situation is creating a new migration crisis.
People are forced to seek better living conditions elsewhere.
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Prince Harry and Meghan will bring their two children, Archie and Lilibet, to the UK for the first time in over four years. Harry plans to attend an event next month related to the Invictus Games, and the visit may help improve family relations, including with King Charles III.
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Archie is seven years old, and Lilibet is five.
Their last visit to the UK was in 2022 for Queen Elizabeth II’s platinum jubilee.
Harry lost a legal fight for automatic police protection in the UK but is awaiting a final security decision.
Harry will attend an event promoting the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham next month.
Security has been assured for Harry and his family during the visit.
King Charles III has not seen his youngest grandchildren since 2022.
Harry and King Charles met in person last September, signaling a possible improvement in their relationship.
Harry will also visit charities he supports during this trip.
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