Two men died after trying to save two children who were in trouble in the sea at Seaton Carew beach in Hartlepool. The children were taken to hospital and are safe, while the men's deaths are not considered suspicious.
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The incident happened at Seaton Carew beach in Hartlepool.
Cleveland Police were called around 15:45 BST about two children struggling in the water.
Two men entered the sea to help the children.
The RNLI (sea rescue service) pulled the men from the water, but both died shortly after.
The children were taken to hospital and confirmed safe.
Police are not treating the deaths as suspicious.
A coroner will review the case.
Families of the men are receiving support from specially trained officers.
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FBI Director Kash Patel said the FBI is helping local police after the death of Senator Lindsey Graham. Patel described Senator Graham as a dedicated public servant and patriot who served South Carolina and the United States.
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Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) has died.
FBI Director Kash Patel announced that the FBI is assisting local authorities with the investigation.
Patel praised Senator Graham as a devoted public servant.
Graham was noted for defending the nation and serving the people of South Carolina.
The FBI’s role is in support of local law enforcement efforts related to Graham’s death.
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The Keystone Pipeline operator, South Bow, will pay $26.9 million in fines for a large oil spill in Kansas in 2022. The company must also invest about $40 million to prevent future spills and pay over $3 million to restore the environment damaged by the spill.
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Nearly 500,000 gallons of crude oil spilled into a Kansas creek in December 2022 from the Keystone Pipeline.
South Bow, a Canadian company, owns and operates the Keystone Pipeline.
The spill was the largest onshore crude oil pipeline accident in the U.S. in nine years.
No people were hurt and local water supplies were not affected by the spill.
Over 2,700 animals were affected, including an endangered species called the long-eared bat.
The pipeline site had construction issues, such as soil problems and overstressed pipe bends.
South Bow began cleanup early and completed it by early 2024.
President Donald Trump approved a related pipeline project in 2024 that builds a smaller pipeline from Canada to Wyoming.
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The Malian army said it recaptured the northern town of Anefis from rebels after nearly a week of fighting. About 30 soldiers were killed and around 60 wounded during the operation to retake the town from Tuareg separatists and al-Qaeda-linked fighters.
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The town of Anefis in northern Mali was held by Tuareg separatists and fighters linked to al-Qaeda.
The Malian army launched an operation and regained control of Anefis after about a week.
Around 30 Malian soldiers died, and about 60 soldiers were wounded.
The Azawad Liberation Front (FLA), a Tuareg-led group, also suffered losses but claimed to have inflicted heavy damage on government forces.
Mali has faced ongoing security and political problems for more than ten years.
Al-Qaeda-linked Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin controls parts of rural Mali.
The FLA wants to create an independent state in northern Mali.
In April, coordinated rebel attacks killed Mali’s Defence Minister and led to a siege on the capital, Bamako.
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Representative Ro Khanna from California said he regrets supporting Graham Platner, a former candidate for the U.S. Senate in Maine. Platner left the race after a woman accused him of sexual assault.
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Ro Khanna is a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California.
He had endorsed Graham Platner for the U.S. Senate race in Maine.
Graham Platner was running against Senator Susan Collins, a Republican from Maine.
Platner officially dropped out of the Senate race.
The dropout came after an ex-girlfriend accused Platner of sexually assaulting her in 2021.
Ro Khanna expressed regret for endorsing Platner.
Khanna made this statement during an interview on "Meet the Press."
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Colorado officials have expanded mandatory evacuation orders for areas near the Ferris Fire due to changing fire conditions. The fire has burned over 64,000 acres and is about 23% contained.
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The Ferris Fire started on June 27 and has burned around 64,369 acres.
The fire is currently about 23% contained. Containment means how much of the fire's edge is controlled.
On Sunday, the evacuation zone was expanded north of the fire because the fire behavior changed.
Residents in Zone 16, near the Dolores/San Miguel County line, were ordered to leave immediately.
Evacuees are going to the Dolores Senior Center in Dove Creek to get re-entry passes and information.
People who need special transportation for disabilities can call a specific number provided by officials.
Livestock can be sheltered at the Montezuma County Fairgrounds in Cortez.
The fire showed more active burning on Saturday near Mountain Sheep Point but slowed overnight due to lower winds.
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South Africa has deported or sent back more than 53,000 foreign nationals in a migration crackdown that began five weeks ago. The government is responding to protests demanding stricter border controls and mass deportations amid concerns about unemployment and crime.
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Over 53,000 foreign nationals, mostly from Malawi, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique, have been deported or repatriated.
The campaign started after protests against undocumented migrants led to violence and looting.
Protesters blame migrants for high unemployment, crime, and failure of public services.
The UN warns against blaming migrants for South Africa’s social and economic problems.
Some African countries, such as Ghana, Nigeria, Uganda, and Kenya, have flown their citizens home recently.
The government says deportations also help catch criminals wanted by the police.
Officials urge protesters not to conduct illegal raids or take the law into their own hands.
President Cyril Ramaphosa condemns attacks on migrants and supports lawful handling of immigration issues.
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This article explains that AI chatbots can give confident financial advice that may be wrong because they do not fully understand a person’s unique situation. Many people use AI for money questions, but wrong advice can lead to financial losses. The problem is that people often trust AI’s clear answers without realizing they could be inaccurate.
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AI chatbots are widely used for financial advice, with 34% of U.S. adults having tried ChatGPT in 2025.
About 19% of people who used AI for money advice said they lost more than $100 because of it.
Young investors (Gen Z) reported an even higher rate of losing money at 27%.
AI answers sound confident and well-written but may miss important personal details, causing errors.
Financial decisions are often complex and unique, making it hard for AI to give accurate advice in tricky situations.
People tend to trust AI’s polished answers, confusing how fluent it sounds with how correct it is.
When AI is obviously wrong, people notice and seek expert help, but subtle mistakes can go unchecked and cause harm.
AI is good at basic financial topics but struggles with complicated or rare financial decisions.
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Police found guns, including a military-grade weapon, in a car near a synagogue in Sarcelles, a suburb north of Paris. About 300 people were evacuated, and French anti-terrorist prosecutors started an investigation into possible terrorist activities.
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The incident happened in Sarcelles, a Paris suburb with a large Jewish community.
A suspicious car parked near a synagogue contained guns, including an assault-style rifle and a handgun.
Around 300 people were moved to safety from nearby homes and businesses.
No explosives were found in the car.
French anti-terrorist prosecutors opened a case for preparing terrorist crimes and illegal possession of weapons.
The suspects have not been identified yet, and the reasons for the threat are still unknown.
Authorities set up a security cordon around the area during the evacuation.
Interior Minister Laurent Nunez mentioned that three attacks had been prevented in France since the start of the year.
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Archaeologists discovered a 3,000-year-old tomb near Luxor, Egypt, belonging to a man named Paser. The tomb dates back to the Ramesside period and features well-preserved architectural elements and inscriptions showing Paser with deities and his wife.
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The tomb was found near Luxor's Sheikh Abd el-Qurna necropolis by a Dutch team from Leiden University.
It dates to Egypt's 19th and 20th dynasties, known as the Ramesside period.
The tomb has a courtyard, a rock-cut chapel shaped like an inverted "T," and underground burial chambers.
Inscriptions show Paser worshipping gods and sitting with his wife before offerings.
Egypt is promoting such archaeological finds to boost tourism, an important source of income.
The discovery is part of a research project that started in 2018.
Luxor is home to many important ancient monuments and tombs.
Other recent discoveries include a reopened pharaoh’s tomb and artifacts from a Greco-Roman cemetery.
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Senator Jeanne Shaheen asked Congress to approve a bill that would add sanctions against Russia. She wants to do this to honor Senator Lindsey Graham, who supported Ukraine during the war with Russia. Senator Graham passed away suddenly on Saturday.
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Senator Lindsey Graham (Republican from South Carolina) died on Saturday from a sudden illness.
Senator Jeanne Shaheen (Democrat from New Hampshire) called for Congress to pass a Russia sanctions bill.
The bill aims to strengthen punishments against Russia for its actions in the war with Ukraine.
Senator Graham was known for supporting Ukraine amid the conflict with Russia.
The push for the bill is meant to honor Senator Graham’s work and legacy.
The article focuses on U.S. Congress actions regarding foreign policy and sanctions.
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Rep. Jim Himes, a Democrat from Connecticut, said that the new Air Force One plane for President Trump could be a security risk. He mentioned that the real Air Force One has many special security features that make it very safe.
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Rep. Jim Himes spoke about the new Air Force One on CNN.
He said the plane may pose a security risk for President Trump.
The real Air Force One has advanced security and capabilities.
Himes compared the new plane to a version used in Qatar, implying differences.
This subject came up due to controversy about the plane’s security measures.
Air Force One is the official aircraft for the U.S. President’s travel.
The discussion focuses on ensuring the President’s safety during flights.
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Martha Lillard, the last known person in the US using an iron lung to survive polio, died at age 78. She contracted polio at age five and lived most of her life relying on the machine to breathe. Lillard’s death was linked to lung failure, long-term effects of polio, and possibly long Covid.
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Martha Lillard contracted polio at age five and used an iron lung to help her breathe throughout her life.
She died on June 26 in Oklahoma at the age of 78.
The iron lung is a metal cylinder that changes air pressure to push air in and out of the lungs.
Despite her condition, Lillard attended school with a mix of in-person and tutoring.
Her sister said Lillard was told she wouldn’t live past 20 but lived much longer with enthusiasm.
Lillard’s death certificate lists chronic pulmonary failure and post-polio syndrome as causes of death; long Covid may have contributed.
Iron lungs were widely used in the 1950s during polio outbreaks to save lives temporarily.
Polio was declared eliminated in the US in 1979 due to widespread vaccination efforts.
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Senator Dick Durbin from Illinois spoke about his friendship and political disagreements with Senator Lindsey Graham, who recently passed away unexpectedly. Durbin described Graham as a fair-minded person despite their clashes.
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Senator Lindsey Graham died suddenly over the weekend.
Senator Dick Durbin is a Democrat from Illinois.
Durbin and Graham had a friendship despite political differences.
Durbin called Graham a fair-minded person.
The discussion took place on CBS News 24/7.
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Senator Lindsey Graham from South Carolina died at age 71 after a short illness. The article explains how his seat in the Senate will be filled following his death.
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Lindsey Graham was a Republican senator from South Carolina.
He died at the age of 71.
His death was due to a brief and sudden illness.
The article discusses the process to fill his vacant Senate seat.
Filling a Senate seat usually involves appointment or a special election.
The governor of South Carolina may have a role in selecting a replacement.
This news affects the political representation of South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.
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The operator of the Keystone Pipeline system, South Bow, has agreed to pay a $26.9 million fine and spend about $40 million to prevent future oil spills after a major spill in Kansas in December 2022. The spill released nearly 13,000 barrels of oil, causing environmental damage, and the settlement aims to resolve allegations that South Bow broke U.S. and state water laws.
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South Bow will pay a $26.9 million civil penalty for the oil spill in Kansas.
The company will spend about $40 million on measures to avoid future accidents.
The spill released about 13,000 barrels of heavy crude oil into a creek in Washington County, Kansas.
This was the largest onshore crude pipeline spill in the U.S. in nine years.
South Bow will also pay Kansas over $3 million for environmental restoration projects.
The spill harmed or killed more than 2,700 animals in the area, which includes an endangered bat species.
A government report found the pipeline was overstressed and the soil under it was improperly compacted.
President Donald Trump approved plans for a second pipeline from Canada to Wyoming in April, following the cleanup of this spill.
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Senator Lindsey Graham has died unexpectedly. His death has surprised many in Washington, D.C., and it may affect U.S. politics. Experts are discussing how his absence could change political dynamics.
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Senator Lindsey Graham passed away suddenly.
He was an active political figure in the U.S. Senate.
His death has come as a shock to political leaders and strategists.
Political analysts are examining how his loss might influence U.S. politics.
The full effects of his passing on legislation and political balance are still unknown.
CBS News featured a political strategist discussing Graham’s impact and what might change moving forward.
Senator Graham’s role included shaping policies and working with other lawmakers.
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French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled a statue honoring Captain Alfred Dreyfus, who was wrongfully convicted of treason in the 19th century due to antisemitism in France. Macron warned about the ongoing rise of antisemitism in the country and called for constant vigilance against hatred.
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Alfred Dreyfus was wrongly convicted of treason in 1894 because of deep anti-Jewish bias.
Dreyfus was cleared of all charges by France’s highest court on July 12, 1906.
July 12 is now a national day to remember Dreyfus’ innocence, starting in 2026.
A statue of Dreyfus was unveiled near the Palace of Justice in Paris.
Police evacuated 300 people near a Paris synagogue due to a suspicious vehicle with a weapon; terrorism investigation opened.
France has Europe’s largest Jewish population and has seen a rise in antisemitic acts after the 2023 Hamas attacks on Israel.
Macron called antisemitism the “old demons” that continue to affect France.
Dreyfus’ 99-year-old grandson attended the ceremony, expressing sadness at the resurgence of antisemitism.
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Thousands of people came together in Doha, Qatar, to honor and say goodbye to Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. He was the emir of Qatar for 18 years and helped transform the country into a strong presence in diplomacy, business, and media.
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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani was the emir of Qatar for 18 years.
He played a key role in changing Qatar into a global leader in diplomacy.
Under his leadership, Qatar’s economy grew significantly.
He helped develop Qatar’s media influence, including supporting Al Jazeera.
Thousands gathered in Doha for a farewell event to honor him.
The event was covered by Al Jazeera journalist Mohammad Saleh.
Sheikh Hamad is often called Qatar’s Father Emir for his contributions.
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An analysis shows that if a £100,000 limit on political donations had been in place last year, Reform UK would have kept only 15% of its donations, reducing its haul from £26.7 million to £4.1 million. Other main parties like Labour, the Conservatives, and the Liberal Democrats would have kept a larger share of their funding under the cap.
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Reform UK received £26.7 million in donations from April 2025 to March 2026.
A proposed £100,000 cap would limit annual donations from single donors.
Under this cap, Reform UK would have kept only £4.1 million, or 15% of its total.
Labour would have retained about 75% of its donations; Conservatives just over 50%, and Liberal Democrats about 90%.
Reform’s average donation was about £137,000, much higher than other parties.
Two billionaires accounted for 71% of Reform UK’s donations during this period.
Labour’s donations largely come from trade union affiliation payments, which might be exempt from the cap.
The cap proposal is part of an ongoing debate to limit wealthy individuals’ influence in British politics.
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