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A man was shot and injured in an incident involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in North Austin, Texas. He was taken to a local hospital and is currently in serious condition.
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The shooting happened on Sunday in North Austin.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was involved in the incident.
The injured man was taken to a hospital in serious condition.
Officials held a press conference to update the public.
ABC News contacted ICE and the Texas Department of Public Safety for comments.
The situation is still developing, and more information may be released later.
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An 82-year-old man died after a fight with a 76-year-old over a sunlounger at Vouliagmeni beach near Athens, Greece. The older man collapsed during the fight, received emergency medical help, but later died in the hospital.
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The fight happened at Vouliagmeni beach near Athens on Sunday.
The argument started over the use of sunloungers (beach chairs).
The 82-year-old man collapsed during the fight and was given CPR and used with a defibrillator before the ambulance came.
The 82-year-old was taken to the hospital, where he died.
The 76-year-old man involved in the fight was arrested.
A 21-year-old woman with the 76-year-old was also detained but later released; she had a bloodied and swollen face.
Witnesses described the fight as chaotic and loud.
Authorities are investigating what caused the fight and the death.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and French President Emmanuel Macron met to strengthen cooperation in space, defense, energy, and business. Canada is shifting toward closer ties with Europe as relations with the United States become more strained.
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Carney and Macron agreed to share space and defense infrastructure like launch systems and ground facilities.
They plan to cooperate more in energy, telecommunications, climate resilience, and economic development.
Canada is considering becoming the European Union’s first associate member to reduce dependence on the U.S.
Relations between Canada and the U.S. have worsened due to President Trump’s tariffs and economic demands.
Macron called the meeting historic and emphasized sovereignty and the freedom to decide their partnerships.
Discussions included securing oil, natural gas, and critical minerals to support European energy needs.
The meeting followed President Trump’s Greenland deal to increase the U.S. military presence there without changing Danish control.
Both leaders see stronger ties as a way to build resilience amid global political and economic challenges.
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Qatar’s Prime Minister said the Gulf region needs a security plan to make sure countries do not see each other as threats. He spoke about the importance of having good relations between Gulf countries after the recent war.
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Qatar’s Prime Minister is Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani.
He spoke at the Qatar Economic Forum in New York.
He emphasized the need for a security framework in the Gulf region.
The goal is to prevent Gulf countries from threatening each other.
The Gulf region has changed because of a recent war.
Good relations among Gulf countries are necessary for stability.
The Prime Minister highlighted that the Gulf will not be the same without this security framework.
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A wedding photographer named Katie Hunt bought film rolls on Amazon but found rocks inside the canisters when she opened them at a wedding venue. She contacted Amazon, returned the fake film, received a full refund, and Amazon is investigating the issue.
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Katie Hunt is a wedding photographer from Greensboro, North Carolina.
She bought two five-packs of Portra 400 film rolls on Amazon as extra backup for a wedding shoot.
When opening the canisters at the venue, she found gravel-type rocks inside instead of film.
Amazon and Hunt believe someone purchased the film, removed the rolls, and replaced them with rocks before reselling.
Hunt returned the items to Amazon and got a full refund.
An Amazon spokesperson said they are working to resolve the issue and continue investigating.
Hunt shared a video of the moment she found the rocks, which went viral on TikTok with over 2.3 million views.
Hunt said she primarily uses digital photography, so the fake film did not affect the wedding photos.
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Concerns about the risks of uncontrolled artificial intelligence (AI) are becoming an important topic in talks between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. While some warn about serious dangers from AI, both leaders seem to share a cautious or dismissive attitude toward these threats, amid ongoing competition and mistrust between the two countries.
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President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have upcoming talks that will include discussions about artificial intelligence.
There are strong warnings from experts about potential dangers of AI if it is not properly controlled.
President Trump has called fears about AI causing global destruction a “hoax.”
This skepticism toward AI threats appears similar to the general view in China.
The US and China are competing to lead in AI technology.
There is mutual distrust between the US and China during these negotiations.
These talks are part of broader efforts to manage tensions between the two countries.
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Thousands of people in Buenos Aires, Argentina, protested against the government’s new austerity measures. The protest, called the ‘March of Anger,’ was mainly organized by left-wing groups who say the cuts harm working families.
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The protest happened in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina.
It was named the ‘March of Anger.’
Thousands of people joined the protest.
Left-wing groups led the demonstration.
They oppose austerity measures introduced by the Milei government.
Austerity measures are government actions to reduce spending and cut costs.
Protesters believe these cuts negatively affect working families.
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Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has appointed Siobhan McKenna, a former News Corp executive, as the new consul-general in New York. She will replace Heather Ridout when her term ends in December, supporting Australia's diplomatic work while the country bids for a United Nations Security Council seat.
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Siobhan McKenna is the new Australian consul-general in New York.
She will start after Heather Ridout's term ends in December.
McKenna was previously a top executive at News Corp.
She also chaired Australia Post and the National Broadband Network.
The appointment was announced during Australia’s campaign for a UN Security Council seat.
Prime Minister Albanese said McKenna has experience in both private and public sectors.
Albanese stressed that her appointment was based on merit.
Reporters asked about her ties to Lachlan Murdoch, a key media figure, but Albanese expressed confidence in her professionalism.
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President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky are planning to meet in New York City this week. Zelensky said that they had an important conversation and agreed that the meeting could lead to significant diplomatic progress.
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President Trump and President Zelensky will meet in New York City this week.
Zelensky announced the meeting after a phone call with President Trump.
They described the conversation as important and productive.
Zelensky said the meeting could change many things in their relationship.
The meeting is seen as a step forward in diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Ukraine.
The announcement was made by Zelensky on Sunday.
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A man was shot and taken to the hospital by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Austin, Texas. The details about the man's condition and how the shooting happened are not yet known, and investigations are ongoing.
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The shooting occurred on a Sunday in Austin, Texas.
The victim was transported to the hospital after being shot by an ICE agent.
The exact condition of the wounded man has not been shared.
No clear information is available about what led to the shooting.
Local and federal sources have confirmed the incident.
Democratic Congressman Greg Casar called for a full, independent investigation and the release of body camera footage.
Casar expressed concerns about previous shootings by ICE and called for truth and accountability.
This shooting is one of at least a dozen involving federal agents since President Donald Trump began his second term in 2025.
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Eighteen people have been arrested and brought to Florida to face trial for the 2021 assassination of Haiti’s President Jovenel Moïse. The killing was carried out by a group of trained mercenaries, and authorities in the US continue to pursue those involved in the plot.
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President Jovenel Moïse was killed on July 7, 2021, at his home by about 20 Colombian mercenaries.
Moïse’s security team did not stop the attack.
Eighteen suspects were recently arrested and transported to Florida to stand trial.
So far, 30 people have been charged in US courts related to the assassination plot.
Four men linked to a Florida-based security firm were convicted in May for their roles in the plot.
Some convicted individuals face life in prison sentences.
Haiti has no current president and is facing severe security challenges, with gangs controlling much of the capital, Port-au-Prince.
A UN-backed force meant to help control gangs in Haiti is not yet fully deployed and has fewer than 1,000 personnel as of July.
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Russia's ruling party, United Russia, is expected to win the recent parliamentary elections, according to early results. At the same time, Ukraine launched a large drone attack on Moscow during the voting, resulting in casualties and damage.
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United Russia is projected to win about 57.5% of the vote in the parliamentary election.
The election is seen by Russian President Vladimir Putin as a test of support for the war in Ukraine.
Ukraine launched hundreds of drones targeting Moscow and other regions during the election days.
The drone attacks killed three people in the Moscow region and two in a Russian-held area of Ukraine.
A Moscow oil refinery was damaged in the attacks, causing large fires and smoke.
Russian officials said the drone attack aimed to disrupt the election but was repelled.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported downing nearly 2,000 Ukrainian drones and 8 cruise missiles in one day.
Voting systems faced cyberattacks but the election process was mostly carried out smoothly.
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Eighteen suspects linked to the 2021 killing of Haitian President Jovenel Moise were sent from Haiti to Florida in the United States to face federal charges. US courts will hold the trials due to security problems in Haiti and because the conspiracy involved actions in Florida.
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Eighteen suspects accused of involvement in President Moise’s assassination were extradited from Haiti to Florida for trial.
The suspects face federal charges in the Southern District of Florida, where some planning and funding of the assassination happened.
US Attorney Jason A. Reding Quinones, appointed by President Donald Trump, is leading the investigation.
Previous trials in Florida convicted several people connected to the assassination, including “gang leaders” and “co-conspirators.”
Haiti’s ongoing violence and political chaos have made a fair trial in Haiti difficult.
The assassination of President Moise in 2021 caused a serious political crisis in Haiti with no new national elections since.
Armed gangs now control about 90% of Port-au-Prince, with thousands killed and millions displaced.
Some human rights activists in Haiti criticize the US trial, calling it a failure of the Haitian justice system.
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Converse removed a social media ad after critics said the image looked like it showed racist symbols linked to the Ku Klux Klan and lynching. The company apologized and said it is working to take down the ad from all places where it appeared.
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Converse's ad featured K-pop singer Karina wearing a skirt with lighting that some critics said resembled a KKK hood.
The way she held the sneakers in the ad was seen by some as resembling the feet of a lynching victim.
Converse is owned by Nike and is based in Boston.
Converse apologized publicly and removed the ad from its social media channels.
Critics called for firing responsible staff and boycotting the company.
Converse declined to answer further questions about its ad approval process.
Similar controversies happened recently, including Target pulling a Halloween costume that many found racially insensitive.
Converse has a long history, making the Chuck Taylor All Star sneaker since 1917.
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Scott Tranter, who leads data science at Decision Desk HQ, said Republican Mike Rogers has little time left to catch up to Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Senate race. The forecast gives El-Sayed a 67% chance of winning in November, while Rogers has a 33% chance.
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Mike Rogers is the Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan.
Abdul El-Sayed is the Democratic candidate running against Rogers.
Decision Desk HQ is an organization that analyzes election data.
Scott Tranter is the director of data science at Decision Desk HQ.
Their forecast predicts El-Sayed has a 67% chance to win the election.
Rogers’s chance to win is estimated at 33%.
Tranter said Rogers’s time to reduce the gap in the race is limited.
The election will take place in November.
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Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani said the US-Israel conflict with Iran has created serious problems in the Middle East and beyond. He called for respect for each country’s independence to keep peace and announced Qatar plans to invest $38 billion in its own infrastructure despite the regional tensions.
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Qatar’s Prime Minister described the effects of the US-Israel war on Iran as creating an "earthquake" with wide impacts.
He emphasized the need for all countries to respect each other’s sovereignty (independence) for security.
The conflict has caused disruptions in energy supplies, shipping routes, and investments.
Qatar has maintained its economic stability amid the crisis.
The Prime Minister highlighted that lasting security cannot happen if any country feels threatened.
Qatar plans to spend over $38 billion on infrastructure to attract private investors and show resilience.
Qatar continues to mediate efforts to restart peace talks between Iran and the US.
The upcoming UN General Assembly will focus on the Middle East situation and global impacts.
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Taylor Krajewski, a mother from Denver, struggled with alcohol use disorder for years, especially after her daughter was diagnosed with diabetes. After a difficult moment in late 2025, she decided to get sober and has since worked on rebuilding her life and relationships.
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Taylor started drinking at 14 and developed heavy drinking habits over time.
Her daughter’s diabetes diagnosis in 2022 led her to drink more to cope with stress.
She drank daily, sometimes up to three or four bottles of wine plus vodka.
Krajewski lost jobs, her home, her car, and damaged relationships due to alcohol.
On December 27, 2025, she became very drunk and scared her daughter, prompting change.
She decided to get sober and started taking one day at a time to recover.
Nearly 1 in 10 people aged 12+ in the U.S. have alcohol use disorder, affecting about 28 million people.
Long-term alcohol use can cause serious health problems like heart disease, cancer, and depression.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump and they agreed to meet in New York. Zelenskyy described the conversation as important and highlighted ongoing cooperation on peace efforts and security issues related to the conflict with Russia.
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Zelenskyy and President Trump had a phone conversation and agreed to meet in New York.
Zelenskyy called the discussion "important" and said it covered many topics.
President Trump's aides visited Kyiv recently to discuss the situation in Ukraine.
Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia are the highest priority for Zelenskyy.
The conversation included ideas on reducing conflict and improving energy and food security.
Zelenskyy thanked President Trump for signing a bill that imposes sanctions on Russia and its supporters.
The bill is named after the late Senator Lindsey Graham and passed Congress this month.
Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to those supporting Ukraine and emphasized the goal of peace.
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Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar, a Republican from Florida, described Venezuela’s interim president as a "necessary evil" until Venezuela can hold free and fair elections. She supported President Donald Trump’s decision to meet with the Venezuelan leader during the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.
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Rep. Salazar is a Republican representative from Florida.
She referred to Venezuela’s interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, as a "necessary evil."
Salazar said this is a temporary situation until Venezuela has free and fair elections.
President Donald Trump met with Delcy Rodríguez in New York City.
The meeting took place during the United Nations General Assembly.
Salazar defended President Trump’s decision to meet with Rodríguez despite potential controversy.
The discussion was reported on CBS News by Margaret Brennan.
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Senator Bill Cassidy, a doctor and Republican, said measles is harmful not only to the person who gets it but also to others. He compared having measles to drunk driving, explaining that it can cause harm beyond the individual.
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Senator Bill Cassidy is a Republican and a licensed medical doctor.
He spoke about the growing measles epidemic on "Face the Nation."
Cassidy said having measles is not just harmful to the person who catches it.
He compared measles to drunk driving, meaning it can hurt other people too.
Cassidy’s point was to highlight the risks measles poses to the community, not just individuals.
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