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At a recent London conference called the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (ARC), right-wing politicians and activists criticized Britain’s net zero energy policies and its energy secretary, Ed Miliband. The event, supported by US fossil fuel donors and Trump allies, included speakers opposing green policies, abortion rights, and multiculturalism.
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The ARC conference took place in London with over 4,000 delegates from 85 countries.
Attendees included conservatives, right-wing populists, US anti-abortion activists, and European far-right party members.
Former US energy secretary Chris Wright, appointed by President Trump, called Britain’s energy policies a “tragic mistake.”
Wright predicted a UK leadership change could reverse current energy policies to align more with the US.
British Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch and other speakers attacked Ed Miliband, blaming him for economic decline linked to net zero policies.
The conference is funded by US fossil fuel companies and Trump supporters, including billionaire donors linked to Trump’s campaigns.
Topics included criticism of green economic policies, opposition to abortion, and resistance to multiculturalism.
US officials attending have previously influenced UK debates on abortion rights and online safety rules.
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A $75,000 certificate of deposit (CD) can earn savers hundreds to thousands of dollars in interest, depending on the term length. With current high fixed interest rates around 4% or more, CDs offer better returns than traditional savings accounts, which pay much lower rates.
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The Federal Reserve has kept interest rates steady, with no changes expected soon.
CD interest rates vary by term but are generally 4% or higher now.
A $75,000 CD can earn about $730 in 3 months and up to $17,130 over 5 years.
Early withdrawal from a CD may result in fees that reduce earnings.
Traditional savings accounts pay an average of only 0.38% interest.
CDs offer fixed interest rates, making returns more predictable than variable rate accounts.
Savers should choose CD terms they can keep until maturity to avoid penalties.
Online platforms help compare CD rates, terms, and banks easily.
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The reflecting pool near the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC has paint peeling off soon after expensive repairs. President Donald Trump said the pool will likely need to be drained and fixed again. This issue has attracted attention worldwide.
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The reflecting pool is located near the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC.
Renovations costing millions were recently completed on the pool.
Blue paint on the pool's bottom is peeling just two weeks after repairs.
President Donald Trump said the pool probably needs to be drained again.
The condition of the pool has become a topic discussed globally.
The BBC's Jake Horton provided an explanation of how this situation happened.
The pool’s issues highlight challenges in maintaining historic landmarks.
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The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that ExxonMobil can sue Cuban state-owned companies in US courts for property seized by Cuba after Fidel Castro came to power. This decision applies a 1996 law that removes legal protections usually given to foreign governments, allowing lawsuits over Cuban confiscated property.
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ExxonMobil is suing Cuban companies for property taken after Castro’s rise to power more than 65 years ago.
The Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision reversed a lower court ruling that had protected Cuban companies from US lawsuits.
The court said the Helms-Burton Act of 1996 removes “sovereign immunity” for Cuban agencies, allowing private lawsuits in US courts.
Conservative Justice Brett Kavanaugh wrote the majority opinion supporting ExxonMobil’s case.
Justice Elena Kagan and two other liberal justices dissented, arguing the law does not clearly remove immunity.
The seized property includes over 100 gas stations and an oil refinery once owned by ExxonMobil’s predecessor.
The decision aligns with President Donald Trump’s administration policy to pressure Cuba by enforcing the Helms-Burton Act.
A 1969 US commission valued ExxonMobil’s lost Cuban property at about $71.6 million plus interest, which would be worth around $3 billion today.
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Dr. Chloe Brimacombe explains that the current heatwave in France is severe because it started early, has high humidity, and is part of a trend of more frequent, longer heatwaves in Europe. She says reaching net-zero carbon emissions would help reduce the strength and length of such heatwaves, and that public buildings must be improved to handle hotter temperatures.
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A heatwave is currently affecting France and other parts of Europe.
The heatwave is intense due to early arrival and high humidity.
Europe is experiencing longer and more frequent heatwaves over time.
Net-zero carbon emissions means balancing the amount of carbon released with the amount removed from the atmosphere.
Achieving net-zero emissions can lower how strong and long heatwaves last.
Adapting buildings like schools, hospitals, and care homes is important for hotter weather.
The article references the need to address both reducing emissions and adapting to climate changes.
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The U.S. Supreme Court is set to decide on a case challenging President Donald Trump’s executive order that tries to limit birthright citizenship. This order would stop children born in the U.S. from getting automatic citizenship if their parents are not citizens or legal residents. The current law, based on the 14th Amendment, gives citizenship to almost all children born in the country.
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President Trump signed an executive order to restrict birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to non-citizen, non-legal resident parents.
The 14th Amendment states that anyone born or naturalized in the U.S. is a citizen.
Trump’s administration argues that some children are not “subject to the jurisdiction” of the U.S. and so should not get citizenship.
Multiple federal courts have blocked Trump’s order, so it has not taken effect.
The Supreme Court heard arguments in the case called Trump v. Barbara earlier this year.
President Trump has publicly criticized the Supreme Court, predicting it will rule against him.
The Supreme Court will issue its opinion by early July, but it is unclear if the birthright citizenship case will be included among the next rulings.
About 30 countries, including most in the Americas, grant birthright citizenship; many others base citizenship on parents’ nationality or legal status.
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A federal heat risk map shows that many parts of the United States could face dangerous high temperatures and humidity from June 30 to July 6. This extreme heat can cause health problems, especially for older people, children, and outdoor workers.
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The National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center expects many states to experience heat index values over 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
The heat index combines air temperature and humidity to measure how hot it actually feels.
Extreme heat increases risks of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and can worsen health issues.
The Mid-Atlantic region, including Washington D.C., faces a high risk of extreme heat with heat indices possibly over 105 degrees.
Moderate risk areas include parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and the East Coast from South Carolina to Pennsylvania.
Slight risk of extreme heat is forecasted for much of the eastern U.S. and parts of the Great Plains.
Some areas may see nighttime temperatures reaching the high 70s to low 80s degrees, which is unusually warm.
Symptoms of heat exhaustion include heavy sweating, dizziness, headache, nausea, weakness, and a weak pulse.
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Savannah Guthrie, host of the "Today" show, asked the public for help to find her missing mother, Nancy Guthrie, who disappeared from her Tucson, Arizona home in February. Authorities found a ransom note months ago stating Nancy had died, but the case remains open and unsolved.
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Nancy Guthrie, 84, went missing on February 1 from her home near Tucson, Arizona.
The FBI released video showing a masked person near her front door after she disappeared.
Nancy's blood was found on the porch, indicating possible violence.
Two ransom notes were received: one demanding Bitcoin money, another stating Nancy had died.
Authorities believe the kidnappers did not plan to kill Nancy, but she died soon after being taken.
Savannah Guthrie made a public plea for anyone with information to come forward.
Search teams have looked for Nancy in desert areas and near the Arizona-Mexico border without success.
The FBI and Pima County Sheriff’s Department are involved, but details are limited due to the ongoing investigation.
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The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of the Trump administration, allowing border agents to place green card holders on immigration parole based on criminal allegations without clear proof of guilt. This decision affects the rights of lawful permanent residents by giving the government broader power to restrict their status before any conviction.
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The case involved Muk Choi Lau, a green card holder accused of selling counterfeit clothing.
Lau was placed on immigration parole upon returning from China in 2012 because of these allegations.
The Supreme Court ruled that suspicion of criminal wrongdoing is enough to justify immigration parole.
The decision was split 6-3, with the conservative majority supporting the Trump administration.
Justice Clarence Thomas wrote that border officers do not need to prove crimes by clear evidence to impose parole.
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson warned this ruling weakens legal protections for green card holders.
The Trump administration aims to use this ruling to increase deportations and limit migrant rights.
The ruling affects migrants with lawful status but no criminal convictions yet.
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The United States has temporarily lifted sanctions on Iranian oil exports to support progress in ending a nearly four-month war. This move allows Iran to sell more oil openly, potentially increasing its daily earnings by millions, by reducing costs from previous sanctions evasion methods.
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The U.S. Treasury Department issued a license allowing Iran to export oil and related products until August 21, 2026.
This policy change reverses previous sanctions imposed during President Donald Trump’s administration.
Iran’s oil sales were previously limited to a few buyers, mainly China, at discounted prices because of sanctions.
Experts estimate Iran could make about $37.4 million to $51 million per day during the 60-day waiver period.
Iran was already selling oil but at lower profits due to discounts and costs of secret shipping and financial maneuvers to avoid sanctions.
The new license allows Iran to sell oil closer to market prices and reduces costs related to shipping and financial operations used to skirt sanctions.
These changes could increase Iran’s revenue by roughly $11 per barrel of oil sold.
Iran is estimated to currently have access to around 180 million barrels of oil for export.
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Fuel sales to the public have stopped in Crimea, a region controlled by Russia but internationally recognized as part of Ukraine, due to a decree by Russian-installed authorities. This follows Ukraine's attacks on bridges and oil facilities, causing fuel shortages, power cuts, and restrictions on daily life in Crimea.
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Russian-installed leader Sergei Aksyonov ordered all fuel sales to the public in Crimea to stop, reserving fuel mainly for government use.
Crimea has faced power blackouts and fuel shortages, leading many residents to reduce car use or buy generators they cannot fuel.
Ukraine has targeted key bridges linking Crimea with occupied areas and Russia, damaging supply routes.
Satellite images show Russia installed temporary pontoon bridges, causing vehicle traffic jams that Ukraine has further attacked.
Fuel prices in Crimea have risen sharply, with residents paying about 50% more than average Russian petrol prices before sales were halted.
Shops report panic buying and shortages of everyday items like sugar.
Public transport, shops, and cafes have limited operating hours, and street lights have been turned off at night in parts of Crimea.
Children's summer camps popular with Russian visitors have been closed, and some trains transporting children to these camps were stopped partway.
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Toyota has released the electric C-HR, a smaller SUV compared to its bZ4x model. The C-HR features a twin-motor all-wheel-drive system, modern interior controls, and sporty styling, making it distinct from Toyota’s other electric SUVs.
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The C-HR is approximately 6.7 inches shorter than the Toyota bZ4x but has similar width.
It is powered by a twin-motor all-wheel-drive system producing 338 horsepower with a 74.7 kWh battery.
The starting price for the C-HR is about $37,000, which is nearly $3,000 less than a similarly powered bZ model.
The interior includes a 14-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and many physical buttons for ease of use.
Rear seat space is modest, with some rear headroom reduced by an optional panoramic glass roof.
There is only one 15W USB-C port in the back, while the front has two 60W ports.
Toyota offers heated seats in the front and heated rear seats in the higher-end C-HR XSE model.
The vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in about 4.9 seconds, matching Toyota’s other AWD electric vehicles.
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The UK is experiencing a severe heatwave with record-high temperatures causing problems for schools, hospitals, and transport services. Similar extreme heat is affecting several countries in Western Europe, leading to health warnings and disruptions.
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Temperatures in the UK reached 34.6°C in Surrey, with forecasts up to 39°C breaking June records.
Schools in southern England and Wales closed or shortened days to protect students.
Rail services slowed down to prevent track damage, and some hospital appointments were cancelled due to high demand.
The UK Met Office issued a rare red heat warning indicating risks to even healthy people.
Other parts of Europe, including France, Spain, and Germany, are also facing record heat and related deaths from drowning.
The heatwave is worsened by climate change, adding 2 to 4°C to temperatures.
The UN secretary-general said London was “cooking” and called the situation a climate and energy crisis.
People are advised to stay hydrated, stay in shade, and care for vulnerable individuals during the heat.
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Keir Starmer and Andy Burnham met in a tense meeting to discuss the transition of power. Starmer agreed Burnham could start talks with the civil service but wants to limit the transition period before handing over leadership.
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Keir Starmer and Andy Burnham met for about an hour to discuss Burnham taking over leadership.
The meeting was described as “frosty” and showed strained relations between the two leaders.
Starmer agreed Burnham can talk with the civil service to prepare for leading the government.
There is tension because Burnham ousted Starmer in the Makerfield byelection.
Burnham wanted a longer transition period but was restrained to a shorter timeframe of about three weeks.
Starmer plans to resolve key issues and publish the defense investment plan before leaving office.
Starmer’s team will not make major new policy or spending decisions that might limit Burnham’s future options.
Burnham’s team includes experienced political figures and plans to review Labour’s current policies and manifesto.
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France is experiencing record-breaking heatwaves that are causing problems for many people, especially those living in old apartments without air conditioning. A national debate has started about whether everyone should have air conditioning, with some political groups supporting it to protect health and others worried about environmental impacts and fairness.
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France hit its hottest night ever, with people in cities struggling in old buildings not designed for extreme heat.
Heatwaves in France have become more frequent since 2010.
There is a heat dome causing long-lasting high temperatures across western Europe.
Hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and social housing are seen as priority places to get cooling systems.
Some politicians, including far-right groups, support widespread air conditioning access.
Critics argue that air conditioning can increase outdoor temperatures and may not be fair or sustainable for everyone.
The government and experts are discussing how to help people who cannot afford expensive cooling solutions.
The debate involves questions of public health, environmental impact, affordability, and social fairness.
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An 18-year-old man named Bradley Scott Sayer was arrested after a shooting at a library in Chico, Northern California, which killed two people and injured one child. Police said the suspect aimed to copy the 1999 Columbine school attack and acted alone.
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The shooting happened just after 5 p.m. at the Butte County Library in Chico, California.
Two people were killed, and one child was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
The suspect, Bradley Scott Sayer, fled the scene but was caught by police.
Sayer is charged with two counts of murder and is being held in Butte County Jail.
Police said Sayer wanted to do a shooting similar to the 1999 Columbine massacre.
The suspect wore clothing similar to one of the Columbine shooters and is linked to an online group related to mass killers.
The police believe Sayer acted alone and do not believe there is a continuing threat to the public.
All branches of the Butte County Library were closed the day after the shooting while investigations continue.
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Senator Bill Cassidy, who lost his primary election to a candidate supported by President Donald Trump, is promoting a plan to invest $1.5 trillion into Social Security before he leaves the Senate. This comes after the Trump administration reported that Social Security may run out of money to pay full benefits in about seven years.
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Senator Bill Cassidy from Louisiana lost his GOP primary to a Trump-backed challenger.
Cassidy wants to reform Social Security before his Senate term ends.
The Trump administration projected Social Security funds will be insufficient to pay full benefits in seven years.
Cassidy’s plan includes a $1.5 trillion investment to sustain the program.
Social Security is a government program that provides financial help to retirees and disabled people.
Cassidy spoke about his plan in an interview with CNBC.
His effort highlights concerns about the future of Social Security funding.
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Fans of the young-adult novel "Better Than the Movies" believe that social media personality Wyatt Aube has been cast as the lead character Wes Bennett in the upcoming Netflix adaptation. There is no official announcement yet, but Aube’s recent social media posts have sparked speculation and excitement among fans.
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"Better Than the Movies" is a popular young-adult novel by Lynn Painter.
Netflix is making a film adaptation directed by Julia Hart.
Fans think Wyatt Aube, a model and social media personality, will play Wes Bennett.
Aube shared mysterious Instagram posts related to the book, increasing fan speculation.
Lynn Painter’s official Instagram page follows Aube’s account.
Aube received comments suggesting he is Wes Bennett, which he responded to with a hint.
No official casting announcement has been made yet.
Other actors like Jack Champion and Charlie Bushnell are also popular fan choices for Wes Bennett.
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The U.S. Senate will vote again on a resolution to limit war powers related to military actions against Iran. This follows President Donald Trump’s efforts to negotiate an end to the conflict and requests for Congress to fund ongoing military costs.
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The Senate is holding its 10th vote on a resolution to block U.S. military action against Iran.
Previous attempts to pass the resolution have all failed due to Senate voting outcomes.
President Trump signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Iran, starting a 60-day period to finalize a broader deal on Iran’s nuclear program.
The Pentagon is asking Congress for about $80 billion to fund military supplies and costs related to the Iran conflict.
Some Republican lawmakers oppose the deal, especially the $300 billion fund proposed to help Iran rebuild.
Democrats are pushing for these votes to challenge the Trump administration’s military actions.
The House passed a similar resolution earlier with some Republican support, but Senate approval is uncertain.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is requesting the additional war funding despite public concern over high costs and inflation.
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New satellite images show Russian defenses around the Crimean Bridge, which connects Crimea to Russia. Ukraine has increased its attacks on Crimea recently, aiming to disrupt Russia’s military and fuel supplies in the region.
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The Crimean Bridge links the annexed Crimean Peninsula to mainland Russia.
Recent satellite photos reveal Russia has placed floating buoys and nets as defenses around the bridge.
These defenses aim to slow down Ukrainian explosive drones and make it easier for Russian forces to stop attacks.
Ukraine has increased strikes on Crimea, targeting military and fuel sites that support Russia’s war efforts.
Crimea was annexed by Russia from Ukraine in 2014 but is still internationally recognized as part of Ukraine.
Russia’s defense measures around the bridge increased after an October 2022 bombing damaged the structure.
Ukraine wants to isolate Crimea and has struck oil sites, radars, and transportation used by Russia in the area.
Public life in Crimea has been restricted recently, including limits on fuel sales, outdoor events, streetlights, and transport schedules, showing the impact of Ukrainian attacks.
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