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Research shows that Generation Z workers are earning more money early in their careers than millennials did at the same age. This pay increase is partly due to rises in the minimum wage, but challenges like higher living costs and economic troubles could affect future earnings.
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Generation Z includes people born roughly between 1997 and 2012.
Research from the Resolution Foundation finds Gen Z’s real pay at age 24 is 12% higher than millennials at the same age.
Millennials, born in the 1980s and 1990s, faced lower income growth partly due to starting work near the 2008 financial crisis.
The lowest-paid Gen Z workers saw a 36% real pay increase between 2012 and 2025, mainly due to minimum wage increases.
Median hourly pay for Gen Z workers aged 22-29 grew by 15% between 2012 and 2025.
Those aged 16-24 who are not working, studying, or training (called "Neets") number about 1 million in Britain.
Experts warn the number of Neets could grow by 25% by the early 2030s without government help.
Economic problems like higher prices and weaker growth from the Middle East conflict may lower real wages for Gen Z soon.
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A top British police officer, Sir Stephen Watson, said that police guidance aimed at fighting racism may have led people to wrongly believe in “two-tier policing,” where some groups are treated differently. He called for a review of this guidance after public unrest following a murder and said police must show they treat everyone fairly.
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Sir Stephen Watson is the chief constable of Greater Manchester Police, England’s second largest force.
He said police language has “over-corrected” by adopting activist ideas in anti-racism rules.
Police forces do not practice “two-tier policing” or bias against white people, according to Watson.
Official anti-racism guidance from the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) advises officers to consider racial experiences but not to treat everyone the same.
This guidance is being reviewed after the murder of Henry Nowak, which sparked riots and claims of biased policing.
Watson instructed officers not to take the knee at protests, saying police must be impartial, not activists.
Greater Manchester Police improved crime recording and reduced certain crimes under Watson’s leadership.
Watson warned of possible widespread disorder in England due to social division and the impact of social media.
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A former worker at a nursery in Bristol reported concerns about a childcare employee, Nathan Bennett, who was later found guilty of abusing children. Despite warnings, management did not act quickly, and Bennett was sentenced to 30 years in prison. The investigation also found that the nursery company received more safety warnings from inspectors compared to other nurseries.
Key Facts
Nathan Bennett worked at Partou King Street Nursery in Bristol and was convicted of sexually abusing five boys aged two and three.
A former colleague, Bessie Martin, warned nursery managers months before Bennett’s abuse was discovered but was ignored.
Bennett was suspended, returned to work, then suspended again after CCTV showed him abusing a child.
The nursery company, Partou, has over 100 sites in England and received more safety warnings than average before and after Bennett’s arrest.
Parents reported Bennett’s “overly physical” behavior, but some concerns were not properly shared with authorities as legally required.
The King Street nursery closed in December after the abuse came to light.
Another nursery chain, Bright Horizons, also received more safety warnings after a separate child abuse case.
The government inspection agency Ofsted increased its inspections of both Partou and Bright Horizons following these incidents.
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The first round of talks between the United States and Iran has finished with both countries agreeing on a plan to reach a final deal within 60 days. They agreed on some steps including allowing some oil exports from Iran, releasing some frozen money, and setting up a group to watch the ceasefire in Lebanon.
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The first round of US-Iran talks has ended.
Both sides agreed on a plan (roadmap) to reach a final deal in 60 days.
Iran will get waivers to export some oil despite sanctions.
Some frozen Iranian assets will be released.
A "de-confliction cell" will be created to monitor the ceasefire in Lebanon.
The talks aim to improve relations and resolve conflicts between the two countries.
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Taiwan is concerned about China's plan to increase imports of the atemoya fruit, a specialty of Taiwan's Taitung county. Taiwan's government warns that China's actions may create dependence on exports and then harm Taiwanese farmers through sudden trade restrictions and taxes.
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Atemoya is a hybrid custard apple fruit mainly grown in Taiwan's Taitung county.
China is a major importer of Taiwanese atemoyas and recently pledged to buy more.
Taiwan's agriculture ministry says China uses a "raise, trap, kill" method—encouraging growth then imposing trade barriers.
China previously banned Taiwanese pineapples in 2021, causing economic harm to farmers.
China suspended atemoya imports in 2021 over pest concerns, resumed partially in 2023, then added taxes in 2024.
China is increasing its own atemoya farming, which may threaten Taiwan's fruit industry.
Some Taiwanese officials attended a forum in China supporting fruit exports, which Taiwan's government officially banned.
Taiwan aims to support farmers by promoting diverse uses of atemoyas like frozen products, puree, and wines.
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Colombian presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella and his vice-presidential running mate, Jose Manuel Restrepo, are celebrating a small lead in the preliminary election results. They appeared together in an armored vehicle during the celebrations.
Key Facts
Abelardo de la Espriella is a candidate in the Colombian presidential election.
Jose Manuel Restrepo is his vice-presidential candidate.
They are currently showing a narrow lead based on preliminary election results.
The footage shows them celebrating while riding in an armored vehicle.
De la Espriella is described as an outsider in Colombian politics.
The results discussed are preliminary, meaning they are not final yet.
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U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce when he will resign, following pressure from his Labour Party after rival Andy Burnham won a seat in Parliament. Starmer’s leadership has faced criticism over economic growth, public services, and immigration, while Burnham is preparing to take his seat in Parliament.
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Keir Starmer may soon set a timetable to resign as U.K. Prime Minister.
Andy Burnham, a Labour rival and former mayor of Greater Manchester, won a special parliamentary election.
Burnham aims to challenge Starmer for the Labour Party leadership and the prime ministership.
Starmer’s leadership has been criticized for slow economic growth, poor public services, and handling of immigration.
Some Labour lawmakers support Burnham, while others believe Starmer has been treated unfairly.
U.S. President Donald Trump commented on Starmer’s expected resignation, citing immigration and energy policies.
Starmer has received praise for his international role, including supporting Ukraine and addressing Iran-related issues.
There could be a leadership contest if Starmer resigns; Wes Streeting has said he might run.
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Abelardo de la Espriella, a conservative candidate endorsed by President Donald Trump, holds a very narrow lead in Colombia’s presidential runoff election against progressive lawmaker Iván Cepeda. Cepeda, aligned with outgoing President Gustavo Petro, has challenged the election results, which could lead to disputes in the final outcome.
Key Facts
Abelardo de la Espriella is a conservative political outsider and lawyer endorsed by President Donald Trump.
Iván Cepeda is a progressive lawmaker and ally of Colombia’s current President Gustavo Petro.
With nearly all votes counted, de la Espriella leads with 49.7%, while Cepeda has 48.7%.
No official winner has been declared by Colombian election authorities yet.
De la Espriella’s victory would reverse Petro’s policies, including a controversial peace plan with illegal armed groups.
Cepeda supports continuing Petro’s social reforms and peace negotiations.
The election reflects deep political division and fears of renewed internal conflict in Colombia.
Both candidates have made statements indicating a tense political environment following the vote.
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The American Academy of Pediatrics has released new guidelines to help prevent child drownings. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children aged 1 to 4 in the United States.
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Drowning is the top cause of death among American children aged 1 to 4.
The American Academy of Pediatrics updated its safety recommendations to reduce drowning risks.
These new guidelines aim to help parents and caregivers protect young children near water.
The information was reported in a news segment by Jarred Hill on CBS News.
The recommendations focus on prevention methods to keep children safer around pools, bathtubs, and other bodies of water.
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Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, is becoming more popular in the United States. This traditional hobby, which focuses on appreciating nature through carefully arranged flowers, is attracting new practitioners.
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Ikebana is a Japanese flower arranging art that has been practiced for hundreds of years.
The practice highlights the beauty of nature and emphasizes simplicity and balance.
More people in the U.S. are learning and practicing Ikebana as a new hobby.
The renewed interest connects people to Japanese culture and traditions.
Ikebana involves arranging flowers thoughtfully, not just placing them in a vase.
The art form can be both creative and meditative for those who practice it.
Local classes and online resources often help beginners get started with Ikebana.
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The Netherlands is experiencing a heatwave, and experts are advising people in Amsterdam to hang curtains outside their windows to block sunlight and keep homes cooler. The government has started a heatwave plan to protect vulnerable people, and researchers are testing creative ways like fake trees and shadow art to cool streets and pavements.
Key Facts
Dutch houses have large windows designed to let in winter sun, which causes heat problems in summer.
Each year, around 110 people in Amsterdam die due to heat, with numbers expected to rise without action.
Public health expert Eline Coolen recommends hanging curtains or sheets outside windows to block sunlight.
Mechanical engineering professor Bert Blocken says keeping buildings cool without air conditioning is best by blocking sun rays.
The Dutch national heatwave plan suggests actions in three areas: changing behavior, improving housing, and designing cities better.
Research shows awareness campaigns about heatwaves help reduce deaths.
Green spaces, green roofs, and trees are important to reduce urban heat.
Innovative ideas like mobile “jungle blocks” and shadow art are being tested to provide shade and cool outdoor areas.
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Thousands of employees at Czech public broadcasters are striking for 24 hours to protest government plans to change how these media outlets are funded. The government wants to stop the licence fee system and pay the broadcasters directly from the state budget, which the broadcasters say will cut their budgets and threaten their independence.
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Thousands of staff at Czech Television and Czech Radio went on strike for 24 hours.
The government plans to end the licence fee system and fund broadcasters through the state budget.
The new funding method would cut Czech Radio’s budget by about £14.3 million and Czech Television’s by £35.8 million.
Broadcasters warn these cuts could cause hundreds of job losses and reduce programming.
Workers fear state funding will make the broadcasters less independent and open them to political pressure.
A far-right lawmaker suggested that changes could lead to government control over broadcast content.
The culture minister said the funding change would not affect editorial independence.
The prime minister rejected claims the changes threaten independence and urged broadcasters to save money.
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A local sheriff in Wyoming recorded video of a landspout, which is a type of small tornado, as storms passed through the area. This weather event was captured on June 21, 2026.
Key Facts
The event took place in Wyoming.
A landspout is a kind of tornado that is usually smaller and less intense.
The landspout was caught on camera by a local sheriff.
It happened during a series of storms moving through the region.
The footage was shared publicly on June 21, 2026.
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An explosion at Qatar’s main liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant injured 54 people and left 18 missing, according to authorities. Emergency teams responded quickly, controlled the fire, and are searching for the missing workers.
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The explosion happened at the Barzan factory in Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar’s main LNG processing facility.
54 people were injured and 18 are reported missing after the blast.
The cause of the explosion was described as a “technical malfunction” by Qatar’s Ministry of Interior.
No harmful gas leaks occurred after the explosion, so public safety was not at risk.
QatarEnergy, the company managing the site, deployed emergency teams immediately and controlled the fire.
Ras Laffan Industrial City produces about 20% of the world’s LNG supply.
In March, the same industrial hub was attacked by Iranian missiles and drones, causing major damage.
QatarEnergy used a contract clause called force majeure to pause some supply duties after the earlier attacks, impacting customers in countries like Italy, Belgium, South Korea, and China.
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The U.S. military struck a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean accused of drug smuggling, killing two people and leaving six survivors. This is part of an ongoing campaign against drug traffickers in Latin America, with over 60 strikes and more than 210 deaths since President Trump’s administration began this effort in September.
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The strike occurred on Sunday against a boat alleged to be smuggling drugs.
Two people were killed, and six others survived the attack.
Since early September, the U.S. military has conducted over 60 strikes on similar boats.
In total, these strikes have resulted in more than 210 deaths.
The U.S. Southern Command targets traffickers along known drug smuggling routes.
There is no clear evidence publicly shared proving the boats carried drugs.
President Trump calls this an “armed conflict” with Latin American cartels to stop drug flow into the U.S.
Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these strikes, especially given most fentanyl enters the U.S. by land from Mexico.
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Japan has raised its visa fees for foreigners by five times, the first increase since 1978. The new fees take effect on July 1, with single-entry visas costing 15,000 yen and multi-entry visas 30,000 yen, aiming to match inflation and currency changes.
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Single-entry visa fees increased from 3,000 yen to 15,000 yen.
Multi-entry visa fees went up from 6,000 yen to 30,000 yen.
The visa fee hike is the first since 1978.
The changes are meant to reflect inflation and currency value shifts.
Japan expects the fee increase will not immediately affect the number of tourists.
The Japanese yen has been weakening since 2021 and is near a 40-year low.
Japan saw a record 42.7 million international tourists last year.
Other fees for permanent residency and changing residency status also increased recently, with some fees rising up to 30 times the previous amount.
Japan aims to align its visa fees with those of other G7 countries, such as the US and UK.
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Japan has increased its visa fees for foreigners by five times, the first such rise since 1978. Starting July 1, single-entry visas will cost 15,000 yen, and multi-entry visas will cost 30,000 yen, with higher fees also set for residency-related applications.
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Single-entry visa fees rose from 3,000 yen to 15,000 yen.
Multi-entry visa fees increased from 6,000 yen to 30,000 yen.
The fee changes are meant to reflect inflation and currency value changes since 1978.
Japan does not expect the fee hikes to immediately affect the number of tourists visiting.
The Japanese yen has been weak compared to past decades, near 40-year lows.
Japan had a record 42.7 million international tourists last year.
Permanent residency application fees can increase up to 300,000 yen from 10,000 yen.
Fees for changing residency status or extending stays will rise to 100,000 yen from 10,000 yen.
Officials say the new fees make Japan’s visa costs more similar to other wealthy countries like the US and UK.
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Fuel sales have stopped in Crimea after Ukrainian drone attacks damaged the supply route. People living there are now trying to find other ways to travel because of fuel shortages.
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Crimea is controlled by Russia.
Ukrainian drone strikes targeted the fuel supply route to Crimea.
These strikes caused a shortage of fuel in the region.
Gas stations in Crimea have stopped selling fuel.
Residents are searching for alternative transportation due to the lack of fuel.
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Less than half of the homes put up for auction in Australia's main cities sold recently, marking the lowest rate in six years. This decline in sales comes as interest rates remain high and the government debates changes to property tax rules.
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The overall auction clearance rate in Australian capital cities was 47.4% for the week ending June 21.
Sydney had a clearance rate of 47.4%, Melbourne 50.6%, Brisbane 33.3%, Perth and Adelaide 40%, and Canberra 47.1%.
These clearance rates are the lowest since April 2020, during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nearly 24% of scheduled auctions were cancelled, and about 48% sold before auction.
The Reserve Bank of Australia kept interest rates at 4.35%, affecting mortgage repayments.
The government plans to change capital gains tax discounts and negative gearing rules, which are currently being debated in parliament.
Some politicians criticize the proposed changes as unfair, while others say they aim to help first-time homebuyers.
A senator remarked that the housing market is struggling because many people cannot afford to buy homes.
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Toy Story 5 earned over $300 million worldwide in its opening weekend, marking the highest opening for the Toy Story series. The film made $160 million in North America and $150 million internationally but still needs to earn more than twice its $250 million production budget to cover all costs.
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Toy Story 5 was released on June 19 and faced competition from a digital tablet in the story.
It had the biggest opening weekend ever for the Toy Story franchise.
The film earned more than $160 million in North America and $150 million internationally in its first weekend.
The movie’s production budget was about $250 million.
Films usually need to earn at least twice their production budget to cover marketing and other expenses.
The Toy Story series has made over $3 billion worldwide since 1995.
Previous Toy Story films, especially parts 3 and 4, each made over $1 billion.
The film industry faces challenges like lower box office revenue since the Covid-19 pandemic and competition from streaming services.
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