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Elon Musk loses trillionaire status as global tech rout hits SpaceX

June 24, 2026 • Technology • BBC Business

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Elon Musk lost his trillion-dollar wealth status less than two weeks after reaching it, due to a fall in SpaceX and Tesla stock prices. Despite this drop, he remains the richest person in the world, with most of his wealth tied to these two companies.

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Elon Musk’s wealth dropped from $1.11 trillion to $957 billion in under two weeks.
The fall followed a large drop in SpaceX and Tesla shares, affecting Musk’s net worth.
SpaceX went public on the Nasdaq at $135 per share, opening at $150, valuing the company at $1.77 trillion.
Musk owns about 42% of SpaceX, making it the largest part of his fortune.
SpaceX shares peaked at $225.64 but then fell over 30% to around $156.
Tesla shares also dropped nearly 6%; Musk owns about 12% of Tesla shares.
Musk’s wealth is mostly in these two companies, making it more sensitive to stock changes.
Analysts say such stock swings are normal for new, fast-growing companies like SpaceX.

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Jan. 6 officer Harry Dunn loses House primary bid in Maryland

June 24, 2026 • Us • The Hill

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Harry Dunn, a former Capitol Police officer, ran for a seat in Maryland's U.S. House of Representatives but lost in the Democratic primary. Adrian Boafo, a state delegate and former campaign manager for retiring Rep. Steny Hoyer, won the primary with 32% of the vote. Dunn finished third with 13.5%.

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Harry Dunn is a former Capitol Police officer.
Dunn ran for Maryland’s U.S. House seat being vacated by Rep. Steny Hoyer.
Adrian Boafo, a Maryland state delegate, also ran in the primary.
Boafo previously worked as Hoyer’s campaign manager.
Boafo won the Democratic primary with 32% of the vote.
Dunn came in third place with 13.5% of the vote.
The results were reported by Decision Desk.
Steny Hoyer is retiring from his Maryland congressional seat.

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New York's Democratic primaries show Mamdani's win was no fluke

June 24, 2026 • Us • BBC US

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In New York City, three left-wing candidates supported by Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primary races, defeating incumbent congressmen. These wins suggest that Mamdani's political movement, focused on issues like affordable housing and government-funded health care, is influencing national politics.

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Zohran Mamdani recently became New York City's youngest mayor in a century.
Mamdani endorsed three left-wing candidates who won Democratic primaries in New York City.
Two incumbents lost: Adriano Espaillat, a five-term congressman and Congressional Hispanic Caucus leader, and Dan Goldman, a lawyer in President Trump’s first impeachment trial.
The third winner, Claire Valdez, defeated a candidate supported by the city’s Democratic establishment.
The new nominees are expected to win easily in the November general election.
Mamdani’s movement focuses on economic issues like government-funded health insurance, higher taxes on the wealthy, and affordable housing.
Their victories highlight divisions within the Democratic Party and might challenge party leaders such as Hakeem Jeffries.
Some compare this left-wing surge to the Tea Party movement on the right, but supporters say they want to build new policies rather than just oppose old ones.

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Trump’s Voter Citizenship Mandate Struck Down as 'Unconstitutional'

June 24, 2026 • Us • Newsweek

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A federal judge ruled that President Donald Trump’s order requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration is unconstitutional. The judge said only Congress can change election rules, so current voting laws will stay the same.

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President Trump issued an executive order requiring citizenship proof to register to vote.
U.S. District Judge Denise Casper declared this order unconstitutional and void.
The ruling stops federal agencies from enforcing proof-of-citizenship requirements or punishing late ballots.
Judge Casper said the president does not have the power to change election rules; that power belongs to Congress.
The SAVE America Act, which would impose voter ID and citizenship proof rules, is being pushed by Trump in Congress.
The SAVE America Act passed the House but is stalled in the Senate.
Supporters say the law would improve election security, while critics say it could prevent eligible voters from casting ballots.
President Trump has made voter ID legislation a top priority and has pressured lawmakers to pass it.

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Germany’s rail network brought to standstill amid IT maintenance

June 24, 2026 • World • Guardian World

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Germany’s national rail network stopped running on Tuesday due to problems during planned maintenance on its communication system. This caused delays, cancellations, and stranded passengers across the country, with Deutsche Bahn apologizing and investigating the issue. The incident highlights ongoing challenges the rail system faces due to old technology and the need for major upgrades.

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Germany’s rail network stopped late Tuesday because of a maintenance problem with its communication system.
The issue was not a cyber-attack but happened during a scheduled replacement of old equipment.
Trains halted suddenly, affecting both passenger and freight services and leaving many stranded.
A system reset took place after two hours, but recovery took longer.
Deutsche Bahn’s rail infrastructure unit said they are thoroughly investigating to prevent future problems.
The railway has faced long-term issues like delays and cancellations, with punctuality dropping from 85% in the 1990s to 59% recently.
The communication system runs on outdated 1990s 2G technology, and a new 5G system is not planned until 2035.
Germany is investing billions to upgrade the rail system, but improvements are expected to take several years.

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Did Brexit actually work?

June 24, 2026 • World • Al Jazeera

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Ten years after the Brexit vote, the United Kingdom continues to face economic, political, and social challenges caused by leaving the European Union. The article reviews what happened during Brexit and how it still affects the country today.

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Brexit refers to the UK leaving the European Union.
The vote took place ten years ago.
Brexit has caused ongoing economic difficulties for the UK.
Political issues have emerged as a result of the UK’s separation from the EU.
Social consequences are also still affecting the country.
The article explains past events and current impacts of Brexit.
The UK’s relationship with Europe has changed significantly.

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Brazilian federal police arrest Spanish citizen at São Paulo airport for racism

June 24, 2026 • World • Guardian World

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Brazil’s federal police arrested a Spanish citizen at São Paulo’s Guarulhos airport for making racist remarks toward airport workers. This arrest follows several recent cases where foreign tourists were detained in Brazil for racist behavior under the country’s strict anti-racism laws.

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Brazil has strict anti-racism laws that can punish insults based on race with jail time from two to five years and fines.
A Spanish citizen was arrested after Latam airline crew reported she made racist comments to baggage handlers.
In January, an Argentinian woman was arrested in Rio for mimicking a monkey at a nightclub and was later banned from leaving Brazil temporarily.
The Argentinian woman met with political figures in Argentina after returning, and legal proceedings continue.
Another Argentinian was arrested in May for sharing racist messages online with unauthorized photos of a child; he is in pre-trial detention.
A Chilean was arrested in May for racial and homophobic slurs during a flight from São Paulo to Frankfurt and for trying to open the aircraft door mid-flight.
Airlines and authorities in Brazil have strongly condemned racism and discrimination.
These arrests highlight Brazil’s enforcement of anti-racism laws against foreign nationals.

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Iran’s president awarded honorary doctorate in Pakistan

June 24, 2026 • World • Al Jazeera

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Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian received an honorary medical fellowship in cardiac surgery from Pakistan’s College of Physicians and Surgeons. The award was given to him during his visit to Islamabad and was presented by Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

Key Facts

Masoud Pezeshkian is the President of Iran.
He visited Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan.
During the visit, he was awarded an honorary fellowship in cardiac surgery.
The fellowship was given by Pakistan’s College of Physicians and Surgeons.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif presented the award.
The award recognized Pezeshkian’s contributions to medicine.

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The Guardian view on Islamophobia: political rhetoric is fuelling hate crime | Editorial

June 24, 2026 • World • Guardian US

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Five men were attacked in Edinburgh, including two leaving a mosque, and a man is charged with attempted murder in connection with terrorism. Islamophobic hate crimes and prejudice against Muslims are rising in the UK, Europe, and the US, causing fear and insecurity in Muslim communities.

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A man has been charged with five counts of attempted murder after attacks on men in Edinburgh.
Islamophobic hate crimes in England and Wales reached record levels last year, with 45% targeting Muslims.
Over half (56%) of Muslims in the UK reported experiencing religious prejudice in the past year.
Mosques face frequent attacks, prompting calls for lockdown drills to protect worshippers.
In the US, two white supremacist shooters killed three people at a San Diego mosque recently.
Islamophobic and antisemitic incidents rose sharply after the Hamas attacks in October 2023 and the Gaza conflict.
Political rhetoric and far-right movements in Europe contribute to increased anti-Muslim racism.
Experts recommend better hate crime strategies, improved funding protections for vulnerable sites, and stricter social media regulation to reduce hate speech and disinformation.

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Baroness Mone among individuals sued to recover PPE Medpro millions

June 24, 2026 • Business • BBC Business

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Baroness Michelle Mone and her husband, Doug Barrowman, are being sued to help recover money owed to the UK government by the failed company PPE Medpro. PPE Medpro lost a court case for supplying substandard medical gowns during the pandemic and was ordered to pay £122 million, but it went into liquidation with little money left.

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PPE Medpro was set up in 2020 to supply protective equipment to the UK government during Covid-19.
The company won contracts through a special 'VIP lane' after a recommendation by Baroness Mone.
The government sued PPE Medpro because the supplied surgical gowns failed healthcare safety standards.
The High Court ruled in favor of the government in 2024, ordering PPE Medpro to pay £122 million plus interest.
PPE Medpro had less than £1 million in assets when it went into liquidation in December 2025.
Baroness Mone and Doug Barrowman were not directors but both have financial connections to PPE Medpro.
Six individuals and five companies linked to PPE Medpro are now being sued to recover government money.
The National Crime Agency is investigating PPE Medpro separately for potential criminal issues.

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Police officers took eight minutes to discover Henry Nowak’s stab wound, evidence shows

June 24, 2026 • Us • Guardian World

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Police officers took about eight minutes to find a stab wound on Henry Nowak after arresting him. Nowak later died, and new video and transcripts show the delay and police efforts to help him, sparking protests and an official investigation.

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Henry Nowak, 18, was stabbed multiple times after a night out in Southampton.
Police arrested Nowak and took about eight minutes to notice his stab wound.
Body camera footage shows Nowak saying he was stabbed and officers initially doubting it.
Officers began CPR after finding the wound, but Nowak became unconscious and died.
Vickrum Digwa was sentenced to life in prison for Nowak’s murder, after falsely accusing him of racial abuse.
The police released the footage with the family’s agreement, and protests followed the release.
Hampshire police’s deputy chief apologized for the officers’ actions and said they were misled about the injury.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating the police response, and a coroner’s inquest is planned for next year.

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SNAP rule reversal impacts 23 states: What to know

June 24, 2026 • Us • The Hill

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A federal judge has reversed new limits on the SNAP program that many states began applying earlier this year. This reversal stops the restrictions and affects 23 states that had started enforcing the rules.

Key Facts

SNAP stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which helps low-income people buy food.
Several states started applying new limits on SNAP earlier this year.
A federal judge overturned these new restrictions.
The change impacts 23 states that had begun using the stricter SNAP rules.
The judge’s decision stops the enforcement of the new SNAP restrictions immediately.
The reversal affects how states administer food assistance to people who rely on SNAP benefits.
The original restrictions were aimed at changing eligibility or benefits under SNAP.
This ruling may lead to states returning to previous SNAP rules.

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US says chemical giant Chemours to pay $450m to settle ‘forever chemicals’ case

June 24, 2026 • Us • Guardian World

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The Trump administration reached a settlement with Chemours, a chemical company, over illegal releases of harmful "forever chemicals" called PFAS. Chemours will pay penalties and spend money to reduce pollution and provide clean water to affected communities in three states.

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Chemours will pay $22.5 million in fines and spend $90 million over 15 years to reduce PFAS pollution.
The agreement covers Chemours facilities in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey.
Chemours must invest about $60 million in pollution control technology at its West Virginia plant.
The company will spend about $280 million to supply clean drinking water near its West Virginia and New Jersey sites.
PFAS are synthetic chemicals that resist water, grease, and stains but are linked to health risks.
The settlement is the first federal resolution against a major PFAS manufacturer.
Chemours violated environmental laws like the Clean Water Act and Toxic Substances Control Act by discharging PFAS illegally.
The Trump administration plans to ease some drinking water limits on PFAS while keeping strict rules on two common types.

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Trump administration settles water pollution case with ‘forever chemicals’ company for $450M

June 24, 2026 • Us • The Hill

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The U.S. government reached a deal with Chemours, a company that produces harmful “forever chemicals,” to pay $450 million following pollution at several of its sites. The settlement involves the Justice Department, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the state of West Virginia.

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Chemours is a company that makes and uses toxic “forever chemicals,” which are harmful substances that do not break down in the environment.
The settlement amount is about $450 million.
The pollution occurred at Chemours’ facilities in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey.
The U.S. Justice Department and the Environmental Protection Agency took part in the case.
The state of West Virginia also joined the settlement announcement.
The case involves water pollution caused by these chemicals.
“Forever chemicals” refers to chemicals known as PFAS, which persist in the environment for a long time.

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What Prince Harry and Meghan’s Room at Royal Residence Signals

June 24, 2026 • World • Newsweek

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Prince Harry and his family have been offered a place to stay at a royal residence during their visit to Britain this summer, linked to the upcoming Invictus Games in Birmingham. The offer shows they are still welcome at royal properties, though it has not yet been accepted, and details about police protection remain unclear.

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Prince Harry plans to visit Britain to mark one year until the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham.
He is expected to bring his wife Meghan Markle and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The royal family has offered accommodation at a royal residence for their visit.
The offer of accommodation has not been accepted yet, and plans are still being finalized.
Police protection is handled by the British Home Office, and no extra protection has been officially offered.
It is unclear which royal residence will be used, though some sources suggest Buckingham Palace.
The stay at a royal residence is seen as a sign that the Sussex family is still welcome despite past tensions.
Public opinion polls show that many people in Britain have negative views of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

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Trump's UFO Adviser Says Files Are 'Detective Story' That Can Be Resolved

June 24, 2026 • Us • Newsweek

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A Harvard scientist named Avi Loeb, who advises President Donald Trump’s new UFO science council, said that recently released government files about unexplained flying objects are like a “detective story” that could be solved with better information. The files show many sightings remain unexplained, and the council aims to study these events using unclassified data.

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Avi Loeb is a Harvard astrophysicist appointed to advise President Trump’s UFO science council.
The government released three batches of UFO files in May and June 2026, showing sightings over many years.
One report described an orange “mother” orb launching smaller red orbs, seen in October 2023.
About 40% of the reported sightings have no reasonable explanation yet.
Loeb says scientists’ job is to analyze existing data and suggest ways to get better data.
The new UFO council will work with unclassified information to share findings publicly.
Past sightings include glowing spheres, cloaked objects, and incidents at airports from 1949 to recent years.
Some claims suggest certain space objects might be alien technology, but many scientists disagree.

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Was JD Vance snubbed by Qatar's prime minister?

June 24, 2026 • World • France24

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A video showed Qatar’s Prime Minister greeting Pakistan’s Prime Minister but not US Vice President JD Vance during US-Iran talks in Switzerland. Qatar’s prime minister said there was no snub and that he had met with Vance earlier the same day.

Key Facts

The video circulated on social media claiming Qatar’s prime minister ignored Vice President JD Vance.
The event took place during US-Iran negotiations in Switzerland, which Qatar and Pakistan are helping mediate.
The location was near Lucerne, not Geneva as some reports said.
Qatar’s prime minister said he had met with Vance just before the video was taken.
He posted a photo of himself working with Vance and Jared Kushner to show they were cooperating.
The talks began on June 21, focusing on Iran’s nuclear program and regional security issues.
Some social media comments misused the video to make negative and Islamophobic remarks.
The Qatari official described the media reaction as an exaggeration of the situation.

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The children Gaza lost

June 24, 2026 • World • Al Jazeera

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A United Nations investigation has reported on the number of children who died in Gaza since October 2023. The report describes large-scale deaths, damaged hospitals, and blocked aid, and accuses Israel of possible war crimes and genocidal actions.

Key Facts

The UN conducted an inquiry into child deaths in Gaza after October 2023.
Many children have died as a result of the conflict in Gaza.
Hospitals in Gaza were destroyed or damaged during this period.
Humanitarian aid to Gaza was blocked, worsening the situation.
The UN report accuses Israel of committing war crimes and possibly genocide.
Chris Sidoti is a member of the UN’s independent commission that produced this report.
The episode discussing this report was produced and hosted by a team including Kevin Hirten and others.

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Amid Israeli incursions, this mother demands the return of her son

June 24, 2026 • World • Al Jazeera

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Many Lebanese civilians have disappeared during ongoing Israeli military actions in southern Lebanon. Families, including a mother named Sawsan, are asking officials to help find their missing relatives.

Key Facts

Israeli military incursions are happening in southern Lebanon.
Several Lebanese civilians have gone missing during these operations.
Families of the missing people are appealing to authorities for help.
Sawsan is a mother who is grieving the disappearance of her son.
The situation has caused distress and concern among Lebanese communities.
The news report is based on an interview by Al Jazeera’s reporter Zeina Khodr.

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Two more Met officers sacked over Panorama film

June 24, 2026 • Us • BBC Top Stories

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Two more Metropolitan Police officers were fired after secret footage showed them making inappropriate comments about using force on arrested people at Charing Cross police station in London. This brings the total number of officers dismissed after a BBC investigation to ten.

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PCs Kheava Gould-Ryan and Fernando Santos Dos Santos were dismissed without notice following misconduct hearings.
Their comments included making light of excessive force on detainees and making derogatory remarks about vulnerable people.
The misconduct was revealed by undercover BBC Panorama filming at Charing Cross police station.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) received unaired footage, which led to further investigations.
Another officer, PC Charlie Cano, was sacked earlier for inappropriate and discriminatory talk about women and boasting about using force.
The dismissed officers breached professional standards related to respect, authority, and conduct.
They will be banned from returning to police work or related roles by the College of Policing.
The Metropolitan Police are working to improve culture and accountability following the revelations.

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