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Chinese scientists discovered the largest whale graveyard on Earth at the bottom of the Indian Ocean. The site holds nearly 500 whale skeletons, some over 5 million years old, and supports diverse deep-sea animals living off the whale remains.
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The whale graveyard is located in the Diamantina Zone of the Indian Ocean, west of Australia.
Scientists found nearly 500 whale skeletons up to 7,000 meters deep along a 1,200-kilometer area.
Fossils date back as far as 5.3 million years.
The site supports many deep-sea creatures like jellyfish, brittle stars, bone-boring worms, and bivalves.
A new extinct species of whale was identified among the fossils.
Whale carcasses provide food for deep-sea life and contribute about 6.7 million tonnes of stored carbon.
The discovery was made by the Chinese submersible Fendouzhe during 32 dives in 2023.
The graveyard acts as an evolutionary hotspot, linking various deep-sea communities similar to hydrothermal vents.
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North Korea is managing its relationships carefully between China and Russia, who both want more influence over the country. Pyongyang (North Korea's capital) is cautious about becoming too dependent on either China or Russia.
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North Korea is trying to balance its ties with China and Russia.
Both China and Russia want to increase their influence in North Korea.
Pyongyang is cautious and does not want to rely too much on either country.
This balancing act affects North Korea’s foreign policy and its international relationships.
The topic was discussed by expert Victor Cha on a France 24 program.
The article highlights North Korea’s strategic approach in a complex geopolitical situation.
The news was issued on October 6, 2026.
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Rock climbing has become more popular in the West Bank, but Palestinian climbers face challenges because of Israeli settlements and military restrictions. Some climbing areas have been closed to Palestinians and taken over by settlers or the Israeli military, limiting access.
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Rock climbing grew in popularity in the occupied West Bank in recent years.
A Palestinian climbing association was formed in 2019 and joined the international federation in 2024.
Palestinian climbers, like Faris Abu Gosh from Kalandia refugee camp, enjoy climbing for its physical and mental benefits.
Israeli settlements and military actions have closed off several climbing spots to Palestinians, including Yabrud and Ein Yabrud.
Israeli settlers have created outposts on climbing sites, and Israeli soldiers have declared some areas military zones, banning Palestinian access.
The Israeli Climbing Association has developed some climbing sites that Palestinians can no longer use.
Palestinians must go through checkpoints and barriers to reach some remaining open climbing areas.
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The New World screwworm, a parasite that can cause severe infections in humans and animals, has returned to the United States after many years of being gone. This insect larvae eat living flesh and can lead to serious health problems if not treated.
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The New World screwworm is a type of fly larva that feeds on living flesh.
It can infect both humans and pets, causing painful wounds.
The parasite had been eradicated from the United States for decades.
Recently, cases of this screwworm have been found again in the U.S.
Early symptoms include sores or wounds that may look infected.
Prompt medical treatment is necessary to control the infection.
The return of this parasite poses a risk to public health and animal safety.
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President Donald Trump said the U.S. military might carry out more attacks against Iran after hitting about two dozen sites near the Strait of Hormuz. He also stated he wants to reach a meaningful agreement with Iran but has not finished responding to Iran’s actions.
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The U.S. attacked around 24 sites in Iran, mostly near the Strait of Hormuz.
These strikes were in retaliation for Iran shooting down an Apache helicopter.
President Trump said more military actions against Iran could happen soon.
Trump expressed a desire to make a meaningful deal with Iran.
The statements were made to reporters on a Wednesday following the attacks.
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A mass shooting near Johannesburg, South Africa, has killed 12 people. Authorities are searching for at least 10 suspects, but the reason for the attack is not yet clear.
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The shooting happened near Johannesburg, South Africa.
At least 12 people died in the attack.
Police are looking for at least 10 suspects connected to the shooting.
The motive behind the shooting is unknown at this time.
Recent shootings in the area have been linked to gang fights or turf wars.
Journalists from Al Jazeera have reported on these connections to gang violence.
The investigation is ongoing as authorities continue the manhunt.
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The United States did not achieve its goals in talks about Iran. Iran remains firm in its position and now has a say in controlling a key trade route crucial for global shipping.
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The U.S. failed to reach its objectives regarding Iran in Vienna.
Iran continues to act firmly and aggressively in the conflict.
Iran has gained influence over a major commercial chokepoint.
This chokepoint is very important for global trade and shipping.
The situation affects international relations and trade routes.
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Peru’s presidential race is very close between Keiko Fujimori, a right-wing candidate, and Roberto Sánchez, a left-wing candidate. Overseas votes, especially from Peruvians living in Florida, could change the outcome because most expatriates support Fujimori.
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Roberto Sánchez currently leads with 50.05% of the vote, while Keiko Fujimori has 49.94%.
Overseas voters tend to support Fujimori, with 62.5% of votes abroad in her favor.
In the United States, Fujimori receives 76.56% of votes from Peruvian expatriates.
Florida has the largest Peruvian population in the US and shows a strong preference for Fujimori (over 86% in Miami and Orlando).
Over 1.2 million Peruvians living abroad could vote in the election’s second round.
Many overseas voters left Peru during the 1980s-1990s crises and favor Fujimori due to her father’s policies.
Alberto Fujimori, Keiko’s father, was president in the 1990s and is remembered by some for restoring order despite human rights issues.
Overseas votes usually count slowly and represent a small part of the total votes but could be decisive in this tight race.
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Disorder occurred in Belfast after a knife attack involving a Sudanese man who arrived in the UK as a refugee in 2023. Jonathan Hall, the UK government’s independent reviewer of terrorism laws, said migration should be discussed in terms of national security, especially considering recent migrants and concerns about state threats.
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A Sudanese man aged 30 was charged with attempted murder following a knife attack in Belfast.
The attacker entered the UK in 2023 and was granted refugee status.
Jonathan Hall KC, a terrorism legislation reviewer, highlighted links between migration and national security.
Hall said the Belfast attack was not believed to be a national security incident but caused serious social disruption.
Hall mentioned US President Donald Trump’s 2023 National Security Strategy criticizing Europe’s migration policies, which no European leaders have accepted.
The UK government’s cohesion strategy links social unity to national security and aims to manage migration carefully.
The European Union introduced a new Pact on Migration and Asylum this week to change asylum procedures amid mixed criticism.
Research shows foreign nationals in England and Wales commit crimes at a similar rate to their population size, though rates vary by nationality.
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Heavy rainfall and landslides caused by climate change killed about 7% of the world’s rarest great ape species, the Tapanuli orangutan, in North Sumatra, Indonesia. The disaster destroyed a large part of their habitat, raising serious concerns about their survival.
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Around 58 out of 800 Tapanuli orangutans died after 39 inches of rain fell over four days in November 2025.
This death toll represents 11% of the local population and 7% of the total species population.
Landslides wiped out 8,300 hectares (about 20,510 acres) of the orangutans’ forest home in the Batang Toru ecosystem.
Scientists say climate change caused by fossil fuel burning increased rainfall by up to 50%.
The Batang Toru ecosystem is already threatened by mining, palm oil farming, and a large hydropower project.
Researchers call for stopping harmful land use and expanding protected areas to save the orangutans.
The Indonesian government has paused major industrial work in the area to help protect the species.
Losing just 1% of the orangutan population yearly could lead to their extinction, according to earlier studies.
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President Donald Trump said the U.S. would strike Iran again after making attacks on Tuesday. The strikes came after Iran shot at a U.S. helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, and the president expressed frustration with Iran during ongoing talks.
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President Trump said the U.S. would hit Iran "hard" again, following strikes on Tuesday evening.
The Tuesday strikes targeted Iranian radar and air defense systems without causing casualties.
The U.S. helicopter was shot at near the Strait of Hormuz, but both crew members survived.
Trump said Iran had been delaying negotiations and playing the U.S. for "suckers."
Qatari mediators are in Tehran trying to restart talks between the U.S. and Iran.
The president did not rule out an agreement despite his frustration with the delay.
The U.S. sees the helicopter attack as justification for the strikes against Iran.
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Vietnam plans to buy BrahMos cruise missiles from India, aiming to strengthen its defense against China's growing military presence, especially in disputed areas like the South China Sea. India is also close to finalizing a similar missile deal with Indonesia as part of its effort to increase defense ties in Southeast Asia.
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Vietnam will become the second foreign buyer of India's BrahMos cruise missile.
The BrahMos missile is supersonic, flying nearly three times the speed of sound, making it hard to intercept.
Vietnam will get a shore-based version to protect its coastline from hostile naval vessels.
China is Vietnam's biggest trading partner, but Vietnam remains concerned about China's military growth and territorial claims.
India is expanding defense partnerships in Southeast Asia through its "Act East" strategy.
The Philippines is the first foreign country to get the BrahMos missile, as part of its military upgrade due to South China Sea disputes.
Vietnam balances economic ties with China while seeking security partnerships with the U.S., India, Japan, and Australia.
Experts say the BrahMos missile will help Vietnam's defense but will not dramatically change the overall power balance in the region.
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David Harbour spoke for the first time about his ex-wife Lily Allen’s album West End Girl, which is about a troubled marriage. He said he respects her use of personal experience to create art but that the story in the album was not his experience. Allen said the album mixes both truth and fiction, inspired by their relationship.
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David Harbour and Lily Allen married in 2020 and separated in early 2025.
They filed for divorce a few months after splitting up.
Lily Allen’s album West End Girl discusses the end of a marriage with themes like cheating and emotional struggles.
Harbour said he respects Allen’s artistic expression but disagrees that the album reflects his reality.
Allen said the album is partly true and partly fictional, inspired by their marriage.
Harbour denied any ongoing conflict with his Stranger Things co-star Millie Bobby Brown after reports of a bullying claim.
Harbour will appear in the upcoming sequel Violent Night 2.
Allen is considering making a play based on her album’s songs and is currently talking to people about it.
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El Salvador is under a large state of emergency that has led to many young women being arrested due to their connections to gangs like MS-13 and Barrio 18. Inside a prison, some of these women from rival gangs live together and find ways to support each other as they imagine a future outside prison.
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El Salvador has declared a broad state of emergency to fight gang violence.
Many young women linked to gangs MS-13 and Barrio 18 have been arrested in mass operations.
Prisoners Andrea, Mayte, and Gamez come from rival gangs but share the same cell.
Prison routines and activities, led by the prison director Dolores, help the women adapt to life behind bars.
The women use music, such as rap, to express their past experiences and hopes.
They are unsure when they will be able to leave prison and see their families again.
The film "The Light Within | Ep 5 – El Salvador" by Fatima Lianes tells this story.
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A US diplomat was found dead in Yangon, Myanmar's largest city, about two weeks ago. Myanmar police have detained a Thai woman in connection with the case, which is being treated as a possible murder. The US State Department has not shared details due to privacy concerns.
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The US diplomat served at the US Embassy in Yangon, Myanmar.
The diplomat was found dead at a hotel popular with diplomats and business visitors, about 1.5 km from the embassy.
Myanmar police have not publicly commented on the investigation but are treating the death as a possible murder.
A Thai woman is in custody and has received consular assistance from Thailand’s Foreign Ministry.
Myanmar is experiencing a civil war that started over five years ago after a military coup ousted the elected government.
The military controls about 21% of Myanmar, facing resistance from ethnic and pro-democracy groups.
Over 96,000 people have died and 3.6 million have been displaced due to the conflict, according to international monitors and the UN.
Former leader Aung San Suu Kyi remains under house arrest with 13 years of detention left, following a recent pardon of many prisoners by Myanmar’s military leader.
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A mother from the Netherlands shared 11 traditional rules she followed after having her second child to help with postpartum recovery. These rules focus on rest, eating warm foods, avoiding going outside, and getting support from family, which she says are common in many traditional cultures.
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Chantal Wijbrandi, 38, from the Netherlands, followed 11 traditional postpartum practices after her second baby.
Her rules included staying mostly in bed for two weeks and not leaving the house for 40 days.
She ate only warm, cooked foods during recovery.
She received regular massages and support from family and friends.
Other practices were belly binding, herbal sitz baths, and focusing on rest, nourishment, and community support.
She researched postpartum traditions worldwide after a difficult first birth experience.
Traditional cultures often focus on caring for the mother after birth, unlike modern Western culture which centers on the baby.
Wijbrandi emphasizes the importance of asking for and accepting support from others during postpartum recovery.
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Health experts warn that the 2026 FIFA World Cup could raise the risk of disease outbreaks because of weak national health systems and poor planning. A medical expert explains how fans can protect themselves during large events like the World Cup.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will bring large crowds together.
Health officials are worried about possible disease outbreaks during the event.
There is a lack of strong federal public health planning to manage these risks.
Experts advise fans on how to stay safe from illnesses during big gatherings.
The concerns focus on preventing the spread of infectious diseases.
Dr. Céline Gounder, a medical expert, provides guidance on health protection.
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Eight jets from the French air force flew over the Statue of Liberty in New York. This event celebrated France’s historical support for the United States during its War of Independence and marked the upcoming 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.
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The French air force acrobatic team performed a flyover of the Statue of Liberty.
The Statue of Liberty was a gift from France to the US in 1886.
The flyover took place on Tuesday, June 10, 2026.
This event highlighted France’s support for the US during the American War of Independence.
It was held just before the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.
Eight French jets participated in the flyover display.
The event took place in New York City, home of the Statue of Liberty.
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Pope Leo visited Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia to lead a Mass and bless the newest spire of the church. This new spire makes the building the tallest church in the world at 172.5 meters.
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Pope Leo held a special Mass inside the Sagrada Familia church in Barcelona.
He blessed the newly completed spire called the Tower of Jesus Christ.
The spire is 172.5 meters tall and topped with a large ceramic cross.
This addition makes the Sagrada Familia the tallest church in the world.
The church was designed by architect Antoni Gaudi.
The ceramic cross on the spire can be seen from many parts of Barcelona.
The event took place on June 10, 2026.
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Several Western countries have imposed sanctions on Israeli settlers and far-right ministers involved in violence against Palestinians. However, human rights groups and Palestinian leaders say these measures do not hold the Israeli government responsible for its role in expanding settlements on occupied Palestinian land.
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The UK, Australia, Canada, France, New Zealand, and Norway coordinated sanctions against individuals and groups linked to settler violence on June 9, 2026.
France banned Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, settler group leaders, and settlers from entering the country.
Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir have faced previous sanctions for their support of settler violence.
Critics say the sanctions target only a few people and do not address the broader role of the Israeli government in settlement expansion.
The population of Israeli settlers in the West Bank and East Jerusalem has grown from about 250,000 in the early 1990s to over 700,000 now.
The International Court of Justice advised in 2024 that states should not recognize or assist Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories, but the EU has not fully enforced trade bans with settlements.
Goods produced in settlements, like dates and cosmetics, continue to enter European markets despite EU guidelines.
Human rights advocates warn that focusing on individual settlers distracts from holding Israeli government leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accountable for the policies behind settlement growth.
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