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A drone attack on a funeral in the Sudanese city of el-Obeid killed at least four people and injured others, according to two rights groups. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are blamed for the strikes, which are part of a series of attacks amid a civil war in Sudan.
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The drone strike hit a funeral procession at a cemetery in el-Obeid, killing at least four people.
The attacks have caused at least 23 deaths in total since Wednesday evening.
Two groups, Sudan Doctors Network and Emergency Lawyers, say the RSF carried out the strikes.
El-Obeid is controlled by the army and is a key battleground in Sudan’s three-year civil war.
The war has displaced over 11 million people and left 28 million facing severe hunger.
Other drone strikes targeted homes, an airport district, and areas near an army base.
The Kordofan region, where el-Obeid is located, is important because it controls much of Sudan’s oil supply.
The RSF has not made any comment on the attacks.
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Bahrain showed video of damage in its capital, Manama, caused by pieces of Iranian drones that were intercepted and fell into neighborhoods. The falling debris injured one child slightly and damaged homes and cars.
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Bahrain released footage showing damage in Manama.
The damage came from debris of Iranian drones.
The drones were intercepted before crashing.
Debris fell in areas where people live.
Homes and vehicles caught fire or got damaged.
An 11-year-old girl had minor injuries.
The incident highlights tensions involving Iranian drones and Bahrain’s security.
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A report by Human Rights Watch says the M23 armed group in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has forced thousands of people to join them and has kept them in terrible conditions. This group, supported by Rwanda, has taken control of large areas since returning in 2021, in a region troubled by conflict for over 30 years.
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The M23 group is backed by Rwanda.
The group forcibly recruited thousands in eastern DRC.
Many people are held in inhumane conditions by M23 fighters.
M23 reappeared in 2021 and captured large parts of eastern DRC.
The eastern DRC has suffered from conflict for more than 30 years.
Human Rights Watch documented these abuses in a report released in June 2026.
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El Niño, a weather pattern that changes ocean and air temperatures, has officially started this year. Experts say it could be one of the strongest El Niño events ever recorded, which may affect weather across all U.S. states.
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The Climate Prediction Center confirmed the start of El Niño this year.
This El Niño is expected to be very strong, possibly among the strongest in history.
El Niño can cause changes in weather patterns, such as temperature and rainfall shifts.
These changes can impact every U.S. state differently, affecting things like storms and droughts.
Strong El Niño events often influence global weather, not just in the U.S.
Scientists monitor El Niño closely to prepare for its possible effects on agriculture, water supply, and natural disasters.
This event may last for several months as it develops and impacts weather systems worldwide.
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A volunteer group called the Accountability Project Northern Ireland warned the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) for months about anti-immigration activists sharing addresses of homes targeted in recent Belfast riots. Despite these warnings, some of the listed homes were attacked during violent protests involving arson and racist actions.
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The Accountability Project Northern Ireland monitored anti-immigration activity online and sent about 50 reports to the PSNI between August 2025 and June 2026.
A "hitlist" of house addresses targeted by far-right groups was shared with the PSNI in January 2026.
The targeted properties were mainly houses of multiple occupation (HMOs), where asylum seekers and refugees live.
Anti-immigration groups used racist and hostile language against these residents, labeling them threats.
Areas such as Newtownabbey and Glengormley, north of Belfast, were the most affected by riots involving arson and violence.
Community groups helped vulnerable families leave dangerous areas and supported minority students affected by the unrest.
The PSNI warned against sharing home addresses due to the distress caused to families and residents.
There is concern that the police did not act sufficiently on early warnings before the violence erupted.
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Three Indian sailors died on the tanker MT Settebello after it was struck by U.S. forces. The ship was hit because it allegedly broke the U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Three Indian sailors were killed on the MT Settebello tanker.
The ship flies the flag of Palau.
U.S. forces struck the tanker earlier this week.
The strike happened because the tanker allegedly violated the U.S. blockade.
The blockade is in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for oil transport.
India's Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways confirmed the sailors’ deaths.
The incident is described by Indian officials as tragic.
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The UK medicines regulator has approved Wegovy pills, a new weight-loss drug for adults with obesity or overweight with related health issues. The pills contain semaglutide and will be the first of their kind available in the UK, though they won’t be available on the NHS until further approval occurs.
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Wegovy is the first GLP-1 receptor agonist weight-loss pill approved by the UK’s MHRA.
The UK is the third country to allow Wegovy pills, after the US and UAE.
Wegovy is for adults with a BMI of 30+ or a BMI of 27-30 with at least one weight-related health problem.
Clinical trials showed 14-17% average weight loss after 64 weeks on the highest dose.
Until NICE approval, the pills won’t be on the NHS; patients must get private prescriptions.
Dosage starts at 1.5mg and can increase to 25mg daily, with specific instructions on when and how to take the pill.
Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, constipation, and vomiting. Patients should report side effects to healthcare providers and the UK’s yellow card scheme.
Experts and pharmacy representatives welcome the approval as it may help more people access treatment and manage obesity.
There are concerns about counterfeit pills entering the market once the tablet form is available.
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A Toronto police officer was shot and killed during a raid connected to a March shooting outside the US consulate in Toronto. Police continue to search for a suspect who is considered armed and dangerous, while another suspect was injured and hospitalized.
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The officer killed was 43-year-old Marc Pinizzotto, who had 18 years of service.
The March incident involved shots fired at the US consulate building in Toronto.
No one inside the consulate was hurt due to strong security measures.
Police were conducting raids linked to several shootings, including the consulate attack.
One suspect, 19-year-old Zara Jabbi, remains free and is labeled armed and dangerous.
Another suspect was wounded during the raid and is in critical condition in hospital.
US ambassador Pete Hoekstra acknowledged the officer’s death and noted close law enforcement cooperation between Canada and the US.
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow and police officials expressed sorrow over the officer’s death.
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Indonesian officials caught an Australian fugitive hiding in the bathroom of a private jet at Bali airport. The man, wanted for drug smuggling and using a fake passport, was sent back to Australia for legal action.
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The fugitive was found in the lavatory of a private jet about to leave Bali's airport.
He carried a Brazilian passport but had no legal entry or permit for Indonesia.
Indonesian officers stopped the plane and found him hiding while other passengers remained in the cabin.
Australian media identified the man as Angelo Pandeli, linked to a biker gang involved in drug trafficking.
He was wanted by Interpol and suspected in major drug smuggling cases in Australia.
The Australian Embassy requested his immediate deportation for legal proceedings in Australia.
Indonesian authorities have arrested other foreign drug suspects recently at Bali.
Indonesia has very strict drug laws, including a death penalty, but has paused executions for some years.
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Mexico City has decorated its Hidalgo metro station with a chandelier, marble floors, and lamps as part of preparations for the FIFA World Cup. Many residents find the decorations funny and criticize the government for focusing on appearance instead of fixing important infrastructure problems.
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Workers installed a chandelier and Victorian-style lamps in Hidalgo metro station in Mexico City.
The decorations include marble floors and cartoon images of the axolotl, a local salamander.
The makeover aims to impress World Cup visitors arriving in Mexico City.
Many locals are making jokes and memes about the decorations on social media.
Critics say the government should invest in fixing the metro and roads rather than superficial decorations.
Some videos show people dressed in fancy or historical costumes to mock the metro’s new look.
The metro and city infrastructure still face serious problems like flooding and crumbling roads.
This renovation is part of broader World Cup preparations shared by Mexico, the U.S., and Canada.
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Just before the World Cup started, Hong Kong customs seized 230,000 fake items worth about $20 million, including around 30,000 jerseys linked to the tournament. Most of these counterfeit goods were meant to be shipped overseas, especially to countries hosting the World Cup in North America.
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Hong Kong customs seized 230,000 suspected counterfeit products.
The seized goods are valued at approximately $20 million.
About 30,000 of the items were fake World Cup jerseys that look very similar to real ones.
Most jerseys copied the higher-quality player versions rather than fan-edition shirts.
Nearly 80% of the fake goods were set to be sent to the Americas (USA, Mexico, Canada).
Other counterfeit items seized included shoes, watches, speakers, and handbags.
Authorities arrested one truck driver at a border checkpoint and five people linked to online sales, all released on bail.
Importing, exporting, or selling counterfeit goods in Hong Kong can lead to up to five years in prison and a fine of about $64,000.
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The documentary "Bodies of Evidence" by Al Jazeera investigates the use of torture and sexual violence against Palestinian detainees by Israeli authorities. Experts and rights groups say these abuses have been ongoing for many years, with only a small part of the truth publicly known.
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Israel’s Supreme Court has legally allowed the use of torture.
Torture and sexual violence have been reported against Palestinian detainees.
These practices have been documented since 1983.
The Israeli military, intelligence, and prison authorities are involved.
Human rights groups and experts describe the abuses as systematic.
The documentary features testimonies from survivors and experts.
Most details of these violations remain unknown to the public.
Contributors include legal experts and human rights defenders.
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A 22-year-old woman named Oli struggled for years with stomach pain, bloating, and irregular periods before doctors found ovarian dermoid cysts on her ovaries. After surgery to remove the cysts, which had grown and developed a tooth, her symptoms greatly improved.
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Oli experienced chronic stomach pain, bloating, irregular periods, and other symptoms from a young age.
She felt her symptoms were often dismissed by medical professionals.
At 18, private tests revealed dermoid cysts on both her ovaries.
Dermoid cysts are a common type of non-cancerous ovarian tumor that can contain skin, hair, teeth, and other tissues.
It took four years before Oli could have surgery to remove the cysts.
Surgeons found that the main cyst had developed a tooth, which they removed.
After surgery, Oli’s symptoms improved significantly, and she stopped needing pain medication.
A 2024 Australian survey found one in three women feel dismissed when seeking medical care.
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Israeli military strikes continue in southern Lebanon despite a fragile ceasefire. Many Lebanese civilians have fled their homes, seeking shelter in the city of Jezzine, as Israel targets areas near Nabatiyeh said to be Hezbollah positions.
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Israel has carried out airstrikes in southern Lebanon, including near Nabatiyeh.
These strikes are intended to hit Hezbollah targets.
The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is unstable and not fully respected.
Lebanese civilians have been forced to leave their homes because of the attacks.
Some displaced people have taken refuge in Jezzine, a mainly Christian city.
The conflict is ongoing with repeated bombardments reported.
The humanitarian situation is worsening as more people seek safety.
Reports come from media correspondent Antonia Kerrigan for FRANCE 24.
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The United States and Iran conducted air attacks on each other on June 11, 2026. President Donald Trump warned that the U.S. would launch more attacks unless Iran quickly agrees to a peace deal, while Iranian sources said discussions about a preliminary agreement had intensified.
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The U.S. and Iran exchanged air attacks on June 11, 2026.
President Donald Trump threatened further strikes if Iran does not accept a peace deal immediately.
Iranian sources reported that talks about a preliminary peace agreement had become more active.
Three Iranian sources and a European official said both sides were discussing details of a memorandum after reaching a basic political understanding.
Key issues remain unresolved, including how to release billions of dollars in frozen Iranian funds.
The situation reflects ongoing tensions and efforts toward a potential ceasefire between the two countries.
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Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has expressed concern about the growing support for Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party, which is challenging the traditional two-party system. Labor and its allies are focusing on criticizing One Nation's impact on wages and job security, aiming to reduce the party’s appeal among working-class voters.
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One Nation, led by Pauline Hanson, has become the most popular party in recent Australian polls.
Prime Minister Albanese worries One Nation threatens the stability of Australia’s two-party system.
One Nation raised over $2 million in donations recently, focusing on targeting Labor-held seats.
Labor introduced talks points urging members to describe One Nation as offering "anger" and "slogans" instead of solutions.
Labor is focusing its criticism on One Nation’s record regarding wages and job security, avoiding Hanson’s immigration policies.
Some Labor insiders feel the government lacks a strong strategy against One Nation’s unique political style.
Labor and trade unions view One Nation’s working-class supporters as a key voter group to win back.
Former Labor strategist Kos Samaras suggests exposing Hanson as just another politician could weaken her appeal.
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The UK has approved a pill form of the weight-loss drug Wegovy, making it the first tablet of this kind allowed by UK regulators. The pill, which reduces appetite and slows digestion, will be available by prescription but is not yet part of the NHS program.
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Wegovy pills have been approved by the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
The pill contains semaglutide, a substance that mimics a natural hormone called GLP-1 to reduce hunger.
This tablet form is taken once daily and does not require refrigeration, unlike the weekly injection version.
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has not yet started evaluating the pill for NHS use.
Wegovy pills are already on the market in the US, where prices start around $149 (£110) per month for the lowest dose.
Patients using the injection can switch directly to the pill with an adjusted dose schedule.
Side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, constipation, and vomiting.
Experts emphasize that weight loss drugs should be combined with healthy eating and exercise and are not meant for quick cosmetic weight loss.
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French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu held a meeting with political party representatives and intelligence officials to discuss ways to prevent foreign interference in the upcoming French presidential election. This meeting took place less than a year before the election and focused on protecting the voting process.
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The French presidential election is coming up in less than a year.
Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu organized a summit in central Paris.
Representatives from different political parties attended the meeting.
Intelligence service officials were also part of the discussion.
The main topic was how to stop foreign countries from interfering in the election.
The goal is to safeguard the fairness and security of the voting process.
The meeting reflects concerns about the impact of outside influence on elections.
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The war in Ukraine has now lasted 1,569 days, making it longer than World War One. British, French, and German ambassadors met with Russia’s foreign ministry as the conflict reached this milestone.
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The Russian invasion of Ukraine began about 1,569 days ago.
This makes the war longer than World War One, which lasted about 1,565 days.
British, French, and German diplomats held talks in Russia on June 11, 2026.
The conflict started roughly one hundred years after World War One began.
The war remains ongoing with significant international diplomatic engagement.
The news comes from a European news source, France 24.
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The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Canada and the US has been delayed again. Officials from both countries said they need more time to resolve remaining issues before the bridge can open.
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The Gordie Howe International Bridge connects Ontario, Canada, to Michigan, USA.
The planned ribbon-cutting ceremony was canceled, but no new opening date was given.
Construction started in 2018 and has faced delays from COVID-19 and political issues.
President Donald Trump demanded shared authority over the bridge, which is owned by a Canadian government agency.
The Moroun family, who own the nearby Ambassador Bridge, opposed the new bridge because they want to keep their toll monopoly.
Local officials and politicians say the new bridge will create jobs and improve safety by adding an extra border crossing.
The project cost about 6.4 billion Canadian dollars (around £3.4 billion).
Trade tensions between Canada and the US increased during President Trump’s term, impacting areas like travel and trade agreements.
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