A fire in a three-story building in Lucknow, India, killed at least 14 people, mostly students. The fire started on the middle floor, which included a college animation studio and a library. Rescue efforts were difficult due to thick smoke.
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The fire broke out on Monday in a commercial building in Lucknow, northern India.
The building had a library and animation studio for students on one floor and a veterinary clinic on another.
At least 14 people died, and 4 others were injured. Most victims were students.
The fire began on the middle floor in a residential area of Uttar Pradesh’s capital city.
Firefighters entered by breaking through a wall because smoke blocked normal exits.
Videos showed people escaping through broken windows; one man fell but survived.
The cause of the fire is unknown; electrical problems often cause fires in India.
Building fires are common in India due to weak safety rules and poor equipment.
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The United Nations warns that Palestinian children are becoming less protected as many humanitarian and rights groups are being forced to reduce or stop their work in Gaza and the West Bank. These organizations face accusations and restrictions from Israeli authorities, which makes it harder for them to help children and document rights violations.
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Humanitarian and rights groups in Gaza and the West Bank have been labeled "terrorists" by some pro-Israel groups and politicians.
These groups have defended Palestinian children in Israeli military courts and reported serious abuses for over 30 years.
Without these organizations, children face increased risks and human rights violations may go unpunished.
Israeli actions against these groups include military raids, travel bans, financial sanctions, threats of arrest, and destruction of records.
The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights urges Israel to remove restrictions and protect these groups.
Since the ceasefire on October 10, Israel banned Doctors Without Borders in Gaza for not providing a staff list, limiting medical help.
Seventeen international aid groups filed a petition to Israel’s Supreme Court to continue their work in Gaza and Palestinian territories.
The Israeli government has plans to stop the life-saving activities of these humanitarian groups.
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Queensland and New South Wales (NSW) governments are releasing state budgets with key changes to infrastructure spending and road tolls. Queensland plans a cautious budget focused on infrastructure and avoiding new taxes, while NSW will lower the weekly toll cap from $60 to $50 for one year to help drivers with costs.
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Queensland Treasurer David Janetzki will present his second budget, budgeting $119.2 billion for infrastructure over four years.
Queensland will spend $55.9 billion on roads and transport upgrades, replacing a planned Gold Coast light rail with a bus project.
Queensland government finances are under pressure, with debt predicted to reach 150% of revenue by 2028.
Queensland officials promise no new or increased taxes and will continue funding a 50-cent public transport fare.
NSW will reduce the weekly toll cap from $60 to $50 for one year starting July 6 to ease costs for drivers.
Nearly 950,000 NSW toll users have received cash back under the current toll cap.
NSW will scrap tolling administration fees from July for drivers without a toll account, as promised before the 2023 election.
NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey said the budget will focus on relief, reform, and financial discipline without introducing free fares like Victoria.
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More than 220 military members at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas have caught the flu. This outbreak happened after the Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ended the rule requiring soldiers to get flu shots.
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Over 220 troops at Lackland Air Force Base have flu infections.
Last week, there were 160 cases reported, showing a sharp increase.
The flu outbreak began less than two months after the flu vaccine mandate was removed.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ended the mandatory flu vaccination for service members.
Rep. Joaquin Castro, who represents the area including Lackland, is involved and made a statement on the issue.
Lackland Air Force Base is located in Texas.
The flu outbreak is considered major due to the number of cases reported.
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A tornado struck southern Illinois on Sunday evening, killing two older residents and injuring at least five others. The storm destroyed several buildings, including mobile homes, in and around Mount Vernon.
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Two women, aged 62 and 83, died in separate buildings destroyed by the tornado in Mount Vernon, Illinois.
At least five other people were injured, but none had life-threatening injuries.
The tornado touched down around 5 p.m. on Sunday and destroyed at least three mobile homes.
A man was killed earlier on Saturday in Sedgwick, Kansas, when his mobile home was destroyed.
On Sunday, the National Weather Service issued 117 tornado warnings and the Storm Prediction Center received 40 tornado reports across parts of Illinois, Indiana, and nearby areas.
Illinois has had 164 tornado reports in 2026 so far, more than any other year on record for the state.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reported over 1,000 tornadoes nationwide in 2026, including 40 strong tornadoes rated EF2 or higher.
Weather experts said that unusual air patterns and drought conditions affected where tornadoes formed this year.
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The Department of Justice (DOJ) is appealing a federal judge's decision to dismiss the human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia. The appeal was filed by the federal prosecutor in Tennessee to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit.
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The DOJ is challenging a judge’s order that dropped the human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
The case is being handled in Tennessee.
Federal prosecutor Robert McGuire filed the notice of appeal.
The appeal was submitted to U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw.
The appeal will be heard by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit.
Human smuggling involves illegally helping people cross borders.
This is a current, developing legal case.
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A police officer, a civilian, and a suspect died in a shooting in Montreal. The suspect acted alone and was killed by police shortly after the shooting began in a busy neighborhood.
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The shooting happened around noon in Côte-des-Neiges, Montreal.
One police officer was killed; this is the first time in 24 years a Montreal officer died on duty.
A civilian also died, and another officer was injured and taken to the hospital.
The suspect, a man believed to have acted alone, was killed by police immediately.
Police do not yet know the suspect's motive.
Emergency alerts were issued and later lifted after the suspect was stopped.
Traffic and public transport were temporarily halted in the area during the incident.
Quebec officials expressed condolences and condemned the violence.
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The U.S. military carried out a strike on Sunday targeting a boat in the Caribbean that was accused of smuggling drugs. The attack resulted in two deaths and six survivors as part of ongoing efforts to stop drug trafficking in Latin America.
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The strike happened on Sunday in the Caribbean Sea.
The targeted boat was accused of carrying illegal drugs.
Two people died during the attack.
Six people survived the strike.
The action is part of a larger campaign against drug traffickers in Latin America.
The U.S. military is leading these efforts to combat drug smuggling in the region.
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Social Security faces growing financial problems because more income is earned above the current tax cap, meaning less money is taxed to support the program. If no changes are made, Social Security could run out of funds by 2032, leading to benefit cuts for millions of Americans.
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Social Security funding is strained not only by an aging population but also by rising income inequality.
Income above $184,500 (the 2026 tax cap) is not taxed for Social Security, reducing program revenue.
The share of wages taxed for Social Security has dropped from 87% in 1984 to 83% in 2026.
The ratio of workers paying into Social Security to beneficiaries receiving benefits has steadily declined.
Without change, the Social Security trust fund may be insolvent by 2032.
If insolvency occurs, benefits may be cut by about 22%, or roughly $500 per month for the average beneficiary.
Possible solutions include raising or removing the tax cap, increasing retirement age, or raising taxes.
Current retirees are not at risk of losing benefits soon, but younger workers may face cuts in the future.
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President Donald Trump answered questions from reporters in the Oval Office on Monday. He discussed several topics including Iran, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, and British politician Keir Starmer.
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President Trump spoke with reporters in the Oval Office.
The event took place on a Monday.
Topics included relations with Iran.
He also talked about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
British political leader Keir Starmer was mentioned.
CBS News reporter Natalie Brand provided additional context after the event.
The interview was available through the CBS News app and website.
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Ethiopia’s ruling Prosperity Party won about 90% of the seats in the recent national election. This win secures Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed another five years in power.
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Ethiopia held national elections recently.
The Prosperity Party is the ruling party in Ethiopia.
The party won approximately 90% of the seats.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed will remain in power for another term.
The election result gives him about five more years as Prime Minister.
Other news mentioned include Tunisia’s inflation rising above 5% and a football match between Cape Verde and Uruguay.
The article focuses on the African region and political developments there.
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A clinical trial will study puberty blockers for children questioning their gender to understand their risks and benefits. Dr. Hilary Cass, who led a review on gender medicine, says the trial is important to prevent harm and improve care, with safeguards to protect participants.
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The trial will study drugs that delay puberty in gender-questioning children as young as 11.
Dr. Hilary Cass supports the trial, saying not doing it could lead to more harm.
The trial will measure physical, social, and emotional effects, including bone health and fertility.
Medication like testosterone, which causes permanent changes, is currently not allowed for under-16s in the UK.
The UK government banned private and NHS prescriptions of puberty blockers in 2024 but supports this research.
Enrollment for the trial will start in August, after setting minimum ages and safety measures.
Some campaigners oppose the trial, arguing children cannot fully consent and that it might cause irreversible harm.
Health Secretary James Murray emphasized the need for clinical evidence and safeguards for young participants.
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A NASA astronaut, Dr. Anil Menon, will conduct a test on the International Space Station to see if bacteria can survive on its outside surface in space. His main mission is to study how spaceflight affects the human body during a long stay in orbit.
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Dr. Anil Menon is a NASA astronaut and U.S. Space Force colonel.
He will launch on the Soyuz MS-29 mission next month for an eight-month stay on the ISS.
One experiment will check if bacteria can live on the outside of the space station in harsh space conditions like cosmic radiation and temperature changes.
This test will use strict controls to avoid contamination and produce clear results.
Menon will also study how microgravity and space travel impact the human body, including bone loss and other health changes.
Findings from space medicine help prepare humans for future missions to Mars, where gravity and environment are different.
Exercise on the ISS helps prevent bone loss that happens during spaceflight.
Menon plans to share his findings publicly, especially about any signs of extraterrestrial life if found.
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A fire broke out in a commercial building in Lucknow, India, where an animation coaching center was located. The fire caused the deaths of at least 15 people, and some tried to escape by jumping from the building or sliding down wires.
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The fire happened in a commercial complex in Lucknow, India.
An animation coaching center was inside the building affected by the fire.
At least 15 people died because of the fire.
Some people escaped by jumping out of windows.
Others slid down wires to get away from the fire.
The incident was captured in dramatic images.
The cause of the fire was not mentioned in the article.
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Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of TV host Savannah Guthrie, was kidnapped from her home in Tucson, Arizona, on February 1, 2026. Two ransom notes were sent to local media; the second note claimed Nancy died shortly after the kidnapping. Her whereabouts remain unknown, and the FBI is still investigating.
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Nancy Guthrie was taken from her Tucson home in early February 2026.
She is the mother of Savannah Guthrie, a "Today" show host.
Two ransom notes were sent to Tucson media outlets after the abduction.
The first note demanded cryptocurrency for Nancy’s return.
The second note said Nancy died soon after being taken and was buried outdoors.
Surveillance photos showed a masked man near Nancy’s home, but no suspect has been identified.
Savannah Guthrie has publicly asked for information and urged people to come forward.
The FBI and local police are actively investigating the case and have provided contact information for tips.
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Gas prices in the U.S. have dropped by more than 13% over the past month, largely due to progress in negotiations between the United States and Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for oil shipping. While prices are expected to continue falling in the short term, experts say the decline will slow down because oil demand remains strong.
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The national average price of a gallon of gas is $3.92 as of June 22, 2026, down 62 cents (13.6%) from a month ago.
Gas prices were below $3 per gallon in late February before the conflict involving Iran caused a major oil shock.
The Strait of Hormuz was closed by Iran, affecting about 20% of the world’s oil supply and causing prices to rise.
U.S. and Iranian officials are negotiating in Switzerland to reach an agreement to reopen the strait and allow toll-free commercial shipping for 60 days.
Prices for West Texas Intermediate crude oil fell more than 20% to around $75.50 per barrel since last month.
Some parts of the expected increase in oil supply are already reflected in current gas prices.
Demand for gasoline remains high as countries refill oil reserves and people travel for summer vacations.
Experts predict gas prices will keep falling for a few weeks but the rate of decline will slow over time.
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) started a new program to make early clinical trials faster. This effort aims to shorten the time it takes to develop new treatments and to keep companies from moving their research and trials to other countries like China.
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The FDA launched the program on a Monday to speed up early-stage clinical trials.
The goal is to reduce the time needed to develop new medical treatments.
The initiative is part of a larger plan by the Department of Health and Human Services.
The program seeks to stop companies from moving clinical trials overseas.
China is one of the main countries where companies have been relocating trials.
Faster clinical trials could help bring treatments to patients more quickly.
The pilot program is a test to see how well these changes work before wider use.
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The article discusses conversations with Americans and historians about what it means to be American on the country's 250th birthday. It highlights that the founding ideals of equality were contradicted by the exclusion of women, Native Americans, and Black people, with slavery continuing for many years and leading to the Civil War.
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The United States reached its 250th anniversary in the current year.
Many Americans and historians reflected on the meaning of being American at this milestone.
The Founding Fathers established a democratic republic with the idea that "all men" are created equal.
Despite this ideal, women, Native Americans, and Black people were excluded from equal rights at the start.
Slavery remained legal in the U.S. for almost 90 years after the country's founding.
Historian Joseph Ellis noted that even people against slavery were often against giving enslaved people equal treatment.
The contradiction between American ideals and realities contributed to the Civil War.
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An artist in Kerala made a handmade model of the FIFA World Cup trophy using coconut leaves and cardboard. He uses recycled materials to create his artworks.
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The artist is from Kerala, a state in India.
He made a model of the FIFA World Cup trophy.
The materials used were coconut leaves and cardboard.
These materials were recycled or discarded items.
The model is handmade, showing craftsmanship.
The FIFA World Cup trophy is a famous global football prize.
The artist’s work highlights creativity using simple materials.
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A Utah judge decided that Tyler Robinson's former roommate will not have to testify in person at the preliminary hearing for the murder case involving Charlie Kirk. The judge said any questions about the roommate's truthfulness can be addressed later during a full trial.
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The case involves the murder of Charlie Kirk.
Tyler Robinson is a suspect in the case.
The defense asked for Robinson’s former roommate to testify in person at the preliminary hearing.
The judge denied this request.
The judge explained that if the case goes to trial, the roommate’s credibility can be challenged then.
The decision means the preliminary hearing will proceed without the roommate’s in-person testimony.
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