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The US military launched air strikes against Iran for a second day after President Donald Trump declared an interim agreement to end the war was finished. These strikes targeted Iranian military and port sites following attacks on cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz, increasing tensions between the two countries.
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The US conducted strikes on Iran’s southern coastal cities and military sites near the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump said the strikes were punishment for Iran’s previous attack on cargo ships in the region.
Iran responded by attacking US military locations in Bahrain and Kuwait.
The interim deal signed on June 17 to end hostilities is now likely dead.
Iran’s nuclear power plant in Bushehr was reportedly not damaged during the strikes.
Oil prices rose sharply, and US stock markets fell amid escalating tensions.
President Trump indicated more strikes could happen but said they would not lead to long-term military action.
Iran claims the right to control traffic through the Strait of Hormuz as part of the interim agreement.
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Maine Democrats are working to pick a new candidate for the U.S. Senate race after Graham Platner’s campaign failed. Rising conflicts between Platner’s team and the state party are causing problems as they try to meet a Monday deadline to name a replacement.
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Graham Platner was the original Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine.
Platner’s campaign is described as "imploding," meaning it is falling apart or failing.
Maine Democrats need to choose a new candidate quickly because of a deadline on Monday.
There is growing tension between Platner’s campaign staff and the Maine Democratic Party.
The Senate race in Maine is important for Democrats who want to gain control of the U.S. Senate.
Devon Murphy-Anderson is involved in the replacement process (exact role not detailed).
The situation is causing uncertainty and making it harder for Democrats to focus on the election.
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Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip killed five people and injured others, including children. Three people died in a strike on a tent in Khan Yunis, and two died when a vehicle was targeted in Gaza City.
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Israeli airstrikes happened in Khan Yunis and Gaza City, locations within the Gaza Strip.
Five people were killed in total: three in Khan Yunis and two in Gaza City.
The Khan Yunis strike hit a tent where displaced people were staying.
The Gaza City strike targeted a vehicle and resulted in two deaths.
Several others were injured, including children.
These events are part of the ongoing conflict in this region.
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Greenland is an important island because of its location near the Arctic. President Donald Trump wants the U.S. to control it due to its minerals and strategic position for security and trade. This has caused concern among NATO and European allies.
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Greenland is the world’s largest island and lies above the Arctic Circle.
Its location is important for controlling access to the Arctic and North Atlantic.
Greenland has valuable mineral resources.
President Donald Trump has expressed strong interest in the U.S. acquiring Greenland.
Trump has made repeated demands for Greenland and mentioned the possibility of taking it by force.
These demands have worried NATO allies and European countries.
NATO is currently working on military projects worth billions to show its strength.
European allies depend on the U.S. as a key defense partner.
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The United States conducted new military strikes on Iran after President Donald Trump said that recent Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz ended a ceasefire. US officials said the strikes aim to reduce Iran’s ability to threaten safe passage in this important waterway.
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The US carried out additional strikes on Iran on July 8, 2026.
President Trump stated that Iranian attacks on ships ended the ceasefire.
The strikes target Iran's capability to threaten freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical route for international shipping and oil transport.
US military officials communicated the strike details via social media.
The situation follows recent Iranian attacks on ships in this strategic area.
The strikes are part of an ongoing response to rising tensions between the US and Iran in the region.
The news was reported by France 24 with comments from experts and military sources.
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A new Australian study found that the MenB vaccine does not reduce gonorrhoea infections in men who have sex with men. This challenges earlier reports suggesting the vaccine might offer protection, and UK health officials say they will continue to study the vaccine’s effects before making any changes.
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The MenB vaccine was originally made to prevent meningitis B in babies.
Gonorrhoea is a common bacterial infection spread through sexual contact.
The UK began offering the MenB vaccine to men who have sex with men in 2025, hoping to reduce gonorrhoea cases.
The Australian study, called GoGoVax, tracked 587 men for two years, giving half the vaccine and half a placebo.
The study saw nearly the same number of gonorrhoea infections in both groups (291 vaccinated, 285 placebo).
Other studies support these results, showing the MenB vaccine does not prevent gonorrhoea.
Gonorrhoea rates remain high in England, with men who have sex with men being the most affected group.
Health experts stress that condoms and regular testing are still the best ways to prevent gonorrhoea.
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A 5-year-old boy named Kaizer was hit by a stray bullet while riding his bike near his home in Detroit. He was treated at a hospital and released, and police have taken a teenager into custody in connection with the shooting.
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The shooting happened Tuesday evening on Lindsay Street near Trojan Avenue in Detroit.
Kaizer was riding his bicycle when gunfire broke out nearby.
Kaizer initially thought a firecracker hit him but was bleeding from a bullet wound.
His father took him to a nearby hospital where he was treated and released the next day.
Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison said the shooter was believed to be a masked teenager.
Police arrested one teenager but are still searching for at least one more suspect.
The police have not released full details on suspects or charges as the investigation continues.
Kaizer’s father expressed relief and called his son’s survival a miracle.
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said NATO remains strong and united despite some critical comments from President Donald Trump about the alliance. Rutte compared Trump's remarks to a family argument but said he is sure President Trump is committed to NATO and its defence goals.
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NATO is described as the cornerstone of Western defence and is strong according to Secretary General Mark Rutte.
President Trump expressed disappointment that NATO did not join fully in US actions against Iran but several NATO countries allowed use of their bases.
President Trump made controversial remarks, calling Spain "a terrible partner" and suggesting the US should take control of Greenland.
Rutte believes President Trump is fully committed to NATO and understands the importance of European cooperation for US military operations.
NATO's Nordic countries act as an early warning system against Russian nuclear threats from the Arctic region.
The summit focused on turning defence spending promises into real actions, aiming to counter Russia’s missile and drone threats.
NATO members have increased defence spending significantly, with a goal for more countries to spend 3% of GDP on defence by 2030.
Rutte is confident NATO will be prepared to defend its members if Russia attempts aggression in the future.
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The US has launched new military strikes on Iran after President Donald Trump said he would "hit them hard again tonight" following attacks on tankers near the Strait of Hormuz. The US military said the strikes aim to reduce Iran’s ability to threaten ships in this important waterway.
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The US carried out strikes in southern Iran, including the port cities of Sirik and Bandar Abbas on the Strait of Hormuz.
US Central Command said the strikes were meant to limit Iran’s ability to threaten freedom of navigation in the area.
The strikes follow an earlier attack by Iran on three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump said the ceasefire deal signed last month with Iran is now over.
The ceasefire deal included a 60-day period for talks and safe passage of ships through the strait.
Iran warned any US attack would get an immediate response.
Iran’s Foreign Minister said they respond to threats with “fearless” action.
President Trump said further talks with Iran would be “a waste of time.”
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Vice President Vance visited Milwaukee to promote the administration’s efforts to prevent fraud in the H-1B visa program. The Labor Department has started investigating cases involving foreign workers using these visas, which allow U.S. companies to hire skilled workers from other countries.
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Vice President Vance visited Milwaukee as part of an anti-fraud campaign.
The focus is on fraud related to the H-1B visa program.
H-1B visas are for nonimmigrant foreign workers with special skills.
These visas are sponsored by U.S. employers.
The Labor Department has opened investigations into misuse or fraud in the program.
The tour included visits to battleground areas like Wisconsin, indicating political attention.
The administration is emphasizing protection of the visa system’s integrity.
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An audit of Honolulu’s homeless outreach program called CORE has been stopped because the program frequently changes its goals and cannot provide trustworthy data. This has created uncertainty about the program’s future and raised concerns about its ability to show results to the public.
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CORE started in 2021 to pair social workers with emergency medical workers to help homeless people in mental health crises.
The City Council voted to audit the $2.7 million program in September 2023 due to worries it was not meeting its original goals.
Acting City Auditor Troy Shimasaki paused the audit after 10 months, citing shifting focus and poor data management.
The program’s mission, service plans, and leadership have not been clearly defined over time.
CORE reported placing 125 people in shelters or treatment in 2024, up from previous years.
Emergency Services Director Jim Ireland defended the program, saying changes are being made and it is helping more people get off the streets.
Some city council members want stronger accountability and better use of taxpayer money in the program.
The program plans to continue using new state laws in 2025 to guide its work.
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The U.S. and Iran made a preliminary agreement called a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at easing tensions, including lifting blockades and extending a ceasefire. However, key issues like Iran’s nuclear program were left unresolved, and the deal faced mistrust from both sides, with talks failing to produce a lasting agreement.
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The MoU was reached on June 17 to reduce conflict, including easing blockades in the Strait of Hormuz and extending a ceasefire.
Important contentious issues, such as Iran's nuclear program, were deferred to future negotiations.
Both the U.S. and Iran have different views on what the MoU actually agreed upon.
The MoU followed the collapse of the 2015 JCPOA nuclear deal, which President Trump ended in 2018.
Unlike the JCPOA, which involved multiple world powers, the MoU was made quickly and without broad international support.
Iran and some regional countries remain suspicious of U.S. commitments, making negotiations difficult.
The deal’s collapse reflects ongoing deep mistrust and unresolved core issues between the two countries.
Regional tensions and previous conflicts have complicated efforts to reach lasting peace agreements.
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A former rebel leader turned government official in Sudan has proposed a peace plan to end the ongoing civil war and move the country toward democracy. The plan calls for disarming non-state groups, holding discussions among key players, and addressing internal and external influences on the conflict.
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Malik Agar Ayyir, once a rebel leader, is now deputy chairman of Sudan’s transitional government.
He proposes that the government should regain full control over armed forces and dissolve other armed groups.
The plan aims to create agreement through dialogue about Sudan’s military role, the conflict with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), international involvement, and future governance.
The proposal builds on a 2020 peace deal but seeks to address new challenges since fighting resumed in 2023.
The conflict has caused thousands of deaths and displaced about 14 million people.
Various peace efforts, including plans by the UN and a coalition of countries, have failed or been rejected by involved parties.
Agar’s plan treats negotiations between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the RSF as a separate issue from his broader peace proposal.
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Two Democrats in Massachusetts, Rep. Seth Moulton and Senator Ed Markey, debated as they compete for a Senate seat. Moulton challenges Markey by calling for change and trying to appeal to voters who want new leaders.
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Seth Moulton is a 47-year-old congressman from Massachusetts.
Moulton began his campaign to replace Senator Ed Markey last fall.
Both candidates presented themselves as challengers in the Senate race during a debate.
Voters across the country are showing more interest in candidates who oppose the political establishment.
Moulton’s campaign focuses on bringing generational change.
The race is for a U.S. Senate seat representing Massachusetts.
The debate took place on a Wednesday.
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President Donald Trump attended the NATO summit, arriving on a new Air Force One jet gifted by Qatar. After the summit, he left using an older Air Force One plane. He said the new jet would travel to bases in Europe to be shown to people there.
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President Trump arrived at the NATO summit on a new Air Force One plane.
The new jet was a gift from Qatar.
After the summit, Trump departed using an older Air Force One plane.
Trump stated the new jet will fly to military bases in Europe.
The purpose is to show the new plane to people at those bases.
The NATO summit is a meeting of member countries of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
Air Force One is the official aircraft used by the President of the United States.
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The U.S. military began new strikes against Iran on Wednesday to reduce Iran’s ability to interfere with shipping in the region. These actions followed President Trump’s warning of a major attack on Iran.
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The U.S. military resumed attacks on Iran on Wednesday.
The goal is to weaken Iran’s capacity to disrupt ships in nearby waters.
President Trump warned about launching a “big attack” on Iran.
The strikes were ordered by President Trump, who is the Commander in Chief.
U.S. Central Command is carrying out the military strikes.
The military’s focus is on stopping actions that threaten maritime traffic.
This marks an escalation in military tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
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The U.S. military carried out new strikes against Iran following Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump said these attacks ended the ceasefire and warned of more military actions.
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Iran attacked ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global shipping.
The U.S. responded with a new round of military strikes targeting Iran.
President Donald Trump said the Iranian attacks ended the ceasefire between the two countries.
The U.S. military confirmed it conducted the strikes on Wednesday.
The situation reflects ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran in the region.
The Strait of Hormuz is a strategic location where much of the world’s oil passes through.
President Trump warned that more military actions could follow if Iran continues hostile acts.
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Rahm Emanuel, a Democrat and former Chicago mayor, said Israel should not expect unconditional aid from the United States anymore. He criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called for changes in the US-Israel relationship, highlighting concerns about Israeli policies in the West Bank and Gaza.
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Rahm Emanuel is planning to run for president in 2028.
He told Israel to expect less unconditional support from the US.
Emanuel criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu for ignoring US concerns about Israeli settlements.
He said the US-Israel alliance needs a new approach.
Emanuel mentioned increased criticism of Israel among US Democrats and in Europe.
He pointed to Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank as violating international law.
Emanuel supports sanctions against Israelis involved in violence against Palestinians or illegal settlements.
He called on Arab nations to help create a Palestinian governing authority and mentioned a "23-state solution."
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The United States military has launched new strikes on Iran following recent attacks, increasing tensions after a ceasefire agreement made in June. President Donald Trump directed the strikes to reduce Iran’s ability to threaten ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a key international waterway.
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The US military’s Central Command announced additional strikes on Iran to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
The attacks come after Iran’s air defenses responded to what they called "hostile targets" near several Iranian ports.
Both countries accuse each other of breaking a June ceasefire agreement aimed at ending fighting and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
The main dispute concerns Iran’s interpretation of a ceasefire clause about safe passage for commercial ships through the strait.
Iran claims it controls arrangements for ship passage, while the US insists on free and open access for all vessels.
President Trump said the ceasefire is effectively over due to attacks from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on US military sites.
Trump warned that the US might reinstate a naval blockade on Iran and strike critical infrastructure like electricity and water plants.
He also mentioned the possibility of US forces taking control of Iran’s Kharg Island, which would likely involve ground troops.
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