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Thai police are investigating if an Australian man charged with killing a 17-year-old girl is connected to two other unsolved cases in the area. The man, Simon Peter Carman, denies the charges. The girl’s body was found in a suitcase in Pattaya, Thailand.
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Simon Peter Carman, 45, was charged with murdering 17-year-old Thunchanok Donhomla.
Donhomla’s body was found inside a suitcase near railway tracks in Pattaya.
CCTV showed Donhomla with Carman at his rented condo; she was never seen leaving.
Carman was caught trying to leave Thailand at the airport and initially denied the crime.
Police suspect Donhomla died by suffocation, with no signs of beating.
Donhomla had arrived in Pattaya only a week before to visit a friend.
Police are checking if Carman is linked to two other cases where women’s bodies were found in suitcases.
The other victims are believed to have worked in the local adult industry.
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Voters in Colorado will participate in primary elections on June 30, 2026, to choose candidates for important state and federal positions, including governor, US Senate, and House seats. The primary results will help decide which candidates represent the Democratic and Republican parties in the November midterm elections.
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The Colorado primary election date is Tuesday, June 30, 2026, with polls open from 7 am to 7 pm local time.
The primary includes races for governor, US Senate, US House of Representatives, and state offices such as secretary of state and attorney general.
Democratic Governor Jared Polis is leaving office due to term limits, creating an open race for governor.
US Senator Michael Bennet is running in the Democratic gubernatorial primary and would have to leave his Senate seat if he wins.
State Attorney General Phil Weiser is Bennet’s main challenger in the Democratic primary for governor.
Republican gubernatorial candidates include Scott Bottoms, Barbara Kirkmeyer, and Victor Marx.
First-term Democratic Senator John Hickenlooper faces a primary challenge from progressive Julie Gonzales.
The Democratic candidate has been favored in polls, reflecting Colorado’s history of Democratic governors since 2007.
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In India’s West Bengal state, about 9 million people were removed from the voter list before recent elections. The state government then said those not on the voter list might lose access to food and other welfare benefits, causing worry among many residents, especially Muslims who were affected the most.
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Around 9 million people in West Bengal were taken off the voter rolls in April and May.
The voter list cleanup was called Special Intensive Revision (SIR), aimed at removing dead or fake voters.
Muslims were disproportionately removed, especially in areas with large Muslim populations like Murshidabad.
West Bengal’s new government announced people removed from the voter rolls would lose subsidized food and welfare benefits.
About 2.3 million people appealing their removal can still get benefits until their cases are decided.
Some affected individuals, like Antu Sheikh, face difficulties proving their status while needing to work in different states.
Others, like Sakeena Bano, had their appeals rejected and are now denied food and welfare aid.
The Public Distribution System (PDS) provides food subsidies to nearly 90 million people in West Bengal.
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A CSIRO report found that building 10 new dams in northern New South Wales could have lowered flood levels by about two metres during the severe 2022 floods. However, these dams would not have been enough to stop a key levee in Lismore from being overwhelmed, causing major damage and loss of life.
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The floods in northern New South Wales from February to April 2022 were described as a one-in-100-years event.
These floods caused 13 deaths and damaged or destroyed over 14,000 properties.
The total damage from the floods is estimated at 16 billion Australian dollars.
The report says 10 new water detention dams could have reduced flooding by about 2.1 metres.
Despite this reduction, the 3.8-metre overflow of the Lismore central business district levee would still have happened.
The state and federal governments have not yet agreed to build the dams but announced a $3 million feasibility study.
Some local residents suggest other solutions, like moving parts of the town to higher ground.
Previous flood resilience efforts have involved $150 million in federal funding.
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Diplomats will meet in Sarajevo to try to resolve disagreements between the US and Europe over who should be the next high representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina. The US, led by the Trump administration, is pushing for a new candidate with a business-focused agenda linked to a controversial gas pipeline deal, causing tension with European countries.
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The high representative position has strong powers to influence Bosnia’s future.
The Trump administration wants to remove the current high representative, Christian Schmidt.
The US supports appointing Antonio Zanardi Landi, an Italian diplomat with little experience in Bosnia.
Europe objects because Landi is unfamiliar with Bosnia’s delicate political balance.
The US aims to promote a $1 billion gas pipeline contract awarded to a US company connected to President Trump.
The US’s new Balkan policy focuses on direct benefits for American businesses instead of international institution building.
The pipeline deal was made without competitive bidding, raising concerns from the EU about Bosnia’s European integration.
Landi has stated he would respect previous high representatives’ decisions and work with the international peace council.
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Rescuers in Caracas, Venezuela, saved a puppy from rubble several days after twin earthquakes hit the country. The earthquakes caused hundreds of deaths and left many people missing.
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Twin earthquakes struck Venezuela recently.
The city of Caracas was affected by the earthquakes.
Rescuers found a live puppy trapped in the rubble.
Hundreds of people died because of the earthquakes.
Tens of thousands of people are still reported missing.
There have been over 600 aftershocks in the disaster area.
The situation has caused a growing humanitarian crisis.
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Many countries in Europe, including Germany, France, Czechia, Poland, and Hungary, have recently experienced their hottest days ever. A heatwave is moving east with some places like Budapest expecting temperatures of 40°C, causing warnings for extreme heat in parts of eastern Europe.
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Multiple European countries have recorded their highest temperatures in history.
The UK had its hottest day in June on record.
Budapest, Hungary, is expected to reach 40°C.
Eastern Europe has issued red warnings, which signal dangerous heat.
The heatwave is moving across the continent from west to east.
The heat is affecting vulnerable groups like women and low-income families more severely.
Experts and reporters are following the heatwave closely and answering public questions.
Discussions include how heatwaves are being used in politics and tips to stay safe.
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A wildfire called the Aspen Acres fire has grown to cover 23,000 acres in Colorado. Strong winds of about 100 miles per hour have stopped firefighters from using planes or helicopters to fight the fire, and the fire is not yet under control.
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The Aspen Acres fire is burning in Custer and Pueblo counties, Colorado.
The fire was first reported early Monday morning around 6 a.m.
By late Monday afternoon, it had spread to cover 23,000 acres.
Winds reaching 100 miles per hour prevented any air support from being used.
Firefighters could not contain the wildfire; it was at zero percent containment by early Tuesday.
The fire has damaged some buildings, but the exact number is not given.
Officials are still monitoring the situation as it develops.
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The article explains how six British prime ministers in the past ten years each faced economic problems and often blamed the previous leader. It discusses issues like Brexit, government spending cuts, and short leadership terms, and questions whether the next prime minister can improve the situation.
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Britain has had six different prime ministers in the last ten years.
A seventh prime minister is expected soon.
Each leader faced economic difficulties during their time in office.
Many leaders blamed their predecessor for the country's economic problems.
Key issues include Brexit and government austerity, which means reducing public spending.
One prime minister served only 45 days before leaving office.
The article asks if the cycle of economic trouble and leadership change will end.
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An Indonesian court sentenced Nadiem Makarim, co-founder of the super-app Gojek and former education minister, to 10 years in jail for corruption related to a government laptop purchase. He denies the charges, and his supporters say the case lacks strong evidence and may be politically motivated.
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Nadiem Makarim co-founded Gojek and later served as Indonesia’s education minister until 2024.
He was accused of manipulating a deal to buy school laptops, causing about $125 million in losses to the government.
Prosecutors claim he favored Google in the laptop purchase because Google is an investor in Gojek.
Nadiem denies wrongdoing and says the Chromebook purchase saved money for the government.
The laptops required internet access, which was a problem in remote Indonesian areas.
Supporters, including many Gojek drivers, gathered at the courthouse to show support for Nadiem.
Critics say the case might be an attack on political opponents and could discourage young people from joining the government.
Nadiem’s family expressed their ongoing support and said the process has been very difficult for them.
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An 11-year-old boy named Ted, who uses a wheelchair, met Catherine, Princess of Wales, three times while completing the Three Peaks Challenge with his family and friends. The Princess talked with Ted during the event and later donated to his fundraising effort for a children's charity.
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Ted is 11 years old and paraplegic, meaning he cannot use his legs.
He took part in the Three Peaks Challenge, climbing the highest mountains in England, Scotland, and Wales.
Ted was helped by his father Pete and 15 others who carried and pushed his wheelchair.
The Princess of Wales met Ted on each mountain, spoke warmly to him, and remembered his name.
The Three Peaks Challenge was done to raise money for Molly Ollys, a charity for seriously ill children.
Princess Catherine is also raising money for the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, related to her own cancer treatment.
The group finished the challenge in 29 hours and 50 minutes, beating their goal.
Ted’s fundraising has raised over £11,000, more than double the original target.
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The US Department of Homeland Security secretary said he was happy when Iran’s football team was eliminated from the World Cup. Iran faced travel limits and other restrictions in the US during the tournament, which their coach said affected their preparation.
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Iran was knocked out of the World Cup after missing qualification on goal difference.
Iran’s stoppage-time winning goal against Egypt was disallowed due to a close offside call.
The US limited Iran’s team travel and visa times, making them arrive just before matches and leave soon after.
Iran’s training base was moved from Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico, because of these restrictions.
US Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said he was glad Iran’s team was gone and said he “danced a happy dance.”
Iran’s coach said the team was “most oppressed” and faced unfair treatment in the US, which co-hosted the World Cup with Canada and Mexico.
Iran’s captain said the political tension spoiled the joy of the World Cup for his team.
Iran’s elimination was confirmed after other group matches ended in draws.
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The UK government is set to publish its long-delayed defence investment plan (Dip) before the NATO summit next week. The plan outlines defence spending increases but has faced criticism for not providing enough funding or being published on time.
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The defence investment plan (Dip) details how much money the UK will spend on defence to address threats identified in a previous strategic defence review.
The Dip was originally due last autumn but is only being released now, after causing the resignation of former defence secretary John Healey.
Healey resigned because he wanted defence spending to reach 3% of the UK's GDP by 2030, but the Dip only plans to raise it to 2.68%.
New defence secretary Dan Jarvis negotiated slightly more funding from the Treasury and will present the plan to Parliament.
Opposition politicians said the plan gives too little money and is too late, potentially making the country less safe and risking jobs and businesses tied to defence.
Keir Starmer, soon to leave his leadership position, is committed to publishing the plan as part of his legacy.
Starmer will give a speech on the Dip outside London before the official statement by Jarvis in Parliament.
Several other political events and committee hearings are scheduled on the same day, including topics on AI, copyright, and a public inquiry.
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An employee at EY, a major accounting firm in Australia, was fired after allegedly accessing Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s personal bank account without permission. Two men have been charged and are awaiting further court appearances related to this case.
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The accused men are 21 and 25 years old and face charges for unauthorized access to restricted data.
The younger man, Paul Issa, was accused of both accessing and sharing personal data.
The men were charged on May 6 and appeared in court on May 9, with bail extended until August 25.
The breach reportedly happened while the EY employee was working temporarily at Commonwealth Bank.
Prime Minister Albanese holds a savings account and mortgage with Commonwealth Bank.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers expressed serious concern about the data breach affecting not just the PM but all Australians.
EY confirmed the employee involved no longer works at the firm but declined further comment.
Other large accounting firms like KPMG and PwC have recently faced scandals related to leaking confidential client information.
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A campaigner whose daughter died due to maternity care failures in England warned that appointing a single national maternity commissioner could be dangerous and might not improve safety. The government plans to recruit this commissioner to hold hospitals accountable and improve care after a report highlighted problems like poor treatment and discrimination in maternity services.
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Emily Barley’s daughter died in 2022 at Barnsley hospital due to care failures.
Barley and her group, the Maternity Safety Alliance, oppose a single maternity commissioner role, fearing it concentrates too much power.
The UK government will appoint its first national maternity and neonatal care commissioner to oversee and improve maternity services.
The move follows the Amos review, which found the maternity system had poor care, failed to listen to women, and had racism and discrimination problems.
The commissioner’s job includes investigating hospitals, pushing for improvements, and restoring family trust in the system.
The Amos report recommends better maternity triage (emergency care similar to A&E), more staff, independent investigations when families are unhappy, and a fairer compensation system for harmed families.
Baroness Amos said the role is meant to be an independent voice for women and families, not just concentrate power in one person.
Amos prefers starting changes immediately over holding a long public inquiry, though she understands families want one.
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has confirmed 1,307 cases of Ebola, with 377 deaths reported. The virus has spread to four provinces in the northeast, affecting around 15 million people, and health workers are facing difficulties in controlling the outbreak.
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The DRC has recorded 1,307 confirmed Ebola cases and 377 deaths.
Cases have been found in the provinces of Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, and recently Haut-Uele.
Haut-Uele is a new province affected after an infected person traveled there from Ituri and died.
The northeastern region of the DRC, home to about 15 million people, is now affected by Ebola.
The Ituri province is the center of this Ebola outbreak, which started in May and is the 17th outbreak in the country.
The virus spreads easily at funerals where people touch the bodies of the deceased.
Health workers often lack enough protective gear, medicines, and testing equipment and face hostility from some local communities.
The government banned public gatherings in four provinces, including the capital Kinshasa, to slow the outbreak.
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The Strawberry Moon, the first full moon of summer, appeared clearly in the night sky over Hampshire and Dorset. Many people took photos of the bright moon, which is named for the time of year it appears, not its color.
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The Strawberry Moon is the first full moon of the summer season.
It appeared full during the night of Monday, June 29, 2026, and was visible again the following night.
The name "Strawberry Moon" comes from the timing in the year, not from the moon's color.
The moon was low in the sky, making it easier to view and photograph.
People took many pictures of the moon from various locations, including Swanage, Gosport, Keyhaven, Fareham, Bournemouth, Highcliffe Beach, and Christchurch.
The moon was seen rising near landmarks such as the Needles and Christchurch Priory.
The weather was clear, allowing a good view of the moon in Hampshire and Dorset.
The event drew attention from the public and local photographers.
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A parcel bomb exploded in a residential building in Monaco, injuring Ukrainian oligarch Vadym Yermolaiev, a couple, and a teenager. Authorities are investigating the attack, which is the first of its kind in Monaco, and a suspect was seen fleeing the scene toward France.
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The explosion happened around 9 pm on a Monday in Monaco, near the French border.
Vadym Yermolaiev, a Ukrainian oligarch, was one of the injured.
A couple in their 50s or 60s suffered life-threatening injuries.
A 13-year-old teenager, likely related to the couple, was also wounded but less seriously.
Police saw a suspect on video fleeing the area toward Beausoleil, France.
The bomb was hidden in a parcel left in the building’s lobby and contained bolts and buckshot.
About 50 firefighters and 80 security officers responded to the scene.
Yermolaiev has been under sanctions from Ukraine since December 2023 related to his business activities.
Investigators are trying to understand if the victims had specific threats or reasons to be targeted.
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Social Media Day is celebrated on June 30 each year to recognize the role of social media in communication. Over 5.6 billion people, or more than two-thirds of the world population, use social media daily, spending an average of almost two hours and 40 minutes per day on these platforms. Some countries have started setting age limits to restrict children's access to social media to protect their well-being.
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Social Media Day was created in 2010 by the website Mashable.
There are 5.66 billion social media users worldwide in 2025, about 68% of the global population.
Users spend an average of 18 hours and 36 minutes online per week on social media.
East Asia has the highest social media use at 88.1% of its population; Central Africa has the lowest at 12.1%.
Facebook is the most popular social media platform with 3.07 billion monthly active users.
Instagram and WhatsApp each have about 3 billion monthly active users; YouTube has 2.58 billion; TikTok has nearly 2 billion.
Some countries like Australia, Indonesia, Brazil, Turkiye, and the UK are introducing laws banning or limiting social media use for children under 15 or 16 years old.
The EU is considering rules to protect children from addictive features like infinite scroll and autoplay on social media.
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An explosion at a residential building in Monaco seriously injured three people, including a Ukrainian businessman and his family. The attacker fled across the border into France and is being searched for by French and Monaco police.
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The explosion happened around 9 p.m. near the French border in Monaco.
Three people were injured: two adults and one child.
The injured were taken to hospitals in France.
One injured person is Vadym Iermolaiev, a Ukrainian construction tycoon.
Iermolaiev was sanctioned by Ukraine in 2023 due to ties with Russia.
The attacker escaped on foot into France and was recorded on video in Monaco and Beausoleil, France.
Authorities from both Monaco and France are investigating and looking for the suspect.
Monaco’s leader, Prince Albert II, called the attack a serious crime and promised increased security.
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