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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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Disney's Toy Story 5 had the best opening weekend ever for the Toy Story series, earning over $300 million worldwide. The movie features characters like Woody, Jessie, and Buzz Lightyear competing against a tablet computer and continues Pixar's history of successful animated films.
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Toy Story 5 was released on June 19, 2026.
It earned more than $160 million in North America and over $150 million internationally in its first weekend.
The film's global opening weekend total was more than $300 million.
The movie's production budget is about $250 million.
To break even, it needs to earn at least twice its production budget because of marketing and other costs.
Pixar’s sequels like Toy Story 3 and 4 have each made over $1 billion worldwide.
Some recent Pixar movies like Elio and Lightyear did poorly at the box office.
Overall movie ticket sales have dropped since the COVID-19 pandemic partly because more people watch movies at home on streaming services.
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Many European countries are facing an intense heatwave that is expected to get worse. Governments have closed schools, canceled some trains, and limited public activities to protect people from extreme heat and related dangers.
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France has issued red alerts in 49 out of 96 mainland departments due to high temperatures.
Over 800 schools in France have closed, and 1,800 more let students leave early.
Some French regions, like Gironde, reported deaths partly caused by the heat.
France and Belgium reduced rail services to prevent heat-related breakdowns.
Temperatures have reached over 40 degrees Celsius in parts of France and could hit 44 degrees in Spain.
Spain canceled a public event in Madrid due to extreme heat.
UK experts say June heat records will be broken, with temperatures reaching up to 39 degrees Celsius.
Scientists link the unusually early and intense heatwave to human-driven climate change.
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A strong heatwave is affecting many parts of Europe, causing very high temperatures that have led to school closures and train service cuts, especially in France and Belgium. The heatwave has caused several deaths, and experts say human-driven climate change has made this extreme weather more intense.
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Over 800 schools in France were closed due to the heatwave, with many more releasing students early.
France and Belgium reduced train services to prevent breakdowns caused by the heat.
Temperatures in some parts of France and Spain have reached above 40°C (104°F), which is very unusual for June.
Three elderly people died in France, partly due to the extreme heat.
France’s weather warning system placed 49 out of 96 mainland areas on a red alert for heat.
Experts link the heatwave to human-caused climate change, which makes such extreme temperatures more common.
Spain expected temperatures up to 44°C and cancelled outdoor events due to health concerns.
The UK is also forecast to break June heat records as the heatwave spreads.
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The news report covers two main stories: first, about the youngest survivors of the Mauthausen concentration camp; second, about the disappearance of great white sharks in South Africa’s waters.
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The Mauthausen camp was a Nazi concentration camp during World War II.
Some very young children survived this camp, which is considered a rare and miraculous event.
South Africa is experiencing a shortage or disappearance of great white sharks in its coastal waters.
The report discusses what might have caused these sharks to go missing.
The stories come from a broadcast by CBS News on June 21, 2026.
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President Donald Trump criticized the New York Times for an article about the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran. He called the article "treasonous" and said he would include it in a legal case he is pursuing against the newspaper.
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President Trump spoke out against the New York Times on Sunday.
The newspaper reported that little has changed after four months of war between the U.S. and Iran.
Trump used the term "treasonous" to describe the article.
He said the article would be added to his lawsuit against the New York Times.
The conflict mentioned is between the U.S. and Iran and has lasted at least four months.
Trump referred to the New York Times as "corrupt and failing" in his comments.
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Poultry farms in Western Australia have gone into lockdown after the H5N1 bird flu virus was found in wild birds on the mainland. Officials are working to prevent the virus from spreading to farmed birds, while monitoring the situation closely.
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H5N1 bird flu was detected in a brown skua and a giant petrel near Esperance on the WA coast.
The virus is highly contagious and has killed millions of birds and thousands of marine mammals worldwide since 2021.
Australia was previously the only continent without H5N1 on its mainland.
Inghams Group, the largest poultry producer in Australia, ordered a full lockdown of its WA operations and wants free-range chickens kept indoors.
No cases of H5N1 have been found in farmed birds or wildlife populations yet.
Authorities aim to learn from other countries' experiences to reduce the virus’s impact.
The federal government has invested $113 million in preparedness and is coordinating efforts with states and scientists.
Inghams shares fell sharply after news of the virus, continuing a recent downward trend linked to business challenges.
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Right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella said he won Colombia’s presidential election based on early vote counts. His main opponent, left-wing candidate Iván Cepeda, is contesting the results from thousands of ballot boxes.
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Abelardo de la Espriella is a right-wing candidate in Colombia’s presidential race.
Iván Cepeda is the left-wing candidate running against him.
Preliminary results show de la Espriella narrowly leading Cepeda.
Supporters of de la Espriella celebrated in Barranquilla.
Iván Cepeda’s campaign is challenging results from about 33,000 ballot boxes.
The election outcome is not yet final because of the challenges.
The dispute reflects a close race between right and left political groups.
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President Donald Trump threatened to restart attacks on Iran while Vice President JD Vance held peace talks with Iranian officials in Switzerland. Tensions rose as Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz again, leading to a walkout by Iranian negotiators after Trump’s aggressive comments.
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President Trump warned Iran to stop supporting militias in Lebanon or face stronger attacks.
Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz again, citing Israeli attacks in Lebanon as a cause.
Trump threatened to take control of the Strait of Hormuz and warned Iranian negotiators harshly.
Iranian officials left the peace talks in protest after Trump’s public threats.
Vice President JD Vance spoke positively about progress in the US-Iran negotiations despite tensions.
Iran’s foreign minister praised mediators from Pakistan and Qatar who helped continue talks.
Some US politicians from both parties criticized Trump’s Iran deal for making too many concessions.
There were multiple shootings in Chicago with calls from Trump for military intervention in the city.
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Unfinished clips from the upcoming movie "Avengers: Doomsday" showing characters like Doctor Doom and the X-Men were leaked online but have since been removed due to copyright claims by Marvel. The film, which features Avengers and other Marvel teams together, is set to release on December 18, 2026.
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Leaked footage of "Avengers: Doomsday" showed scenes with Doctor Doom, the X-Men, and Avengers characters.
The leaked clips were pixelated and possibly unfinished or not part of the final film.
Social media platforms removed the leaked videos after copyright complaints from Marvel.
The film will feature teams like the Avengers, New Avengers, Fantastic Four, and X-Men working together.
Robert Downey Jr., known for playing Iron Man, is reportedly portraying Doctor Doom in this film.
Fans are awaiting an official trailer or teaser rather than unauthorized leaks.
The movie is scheduled to premiere on December 18, 2026.
Some footage resembles team scenes from past Avengers movies, suggesting key moments might appear in the final film.
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Shipping in the Strait of Hormuz dropped sharply after Iran announced it closed the waterway due to Israeli attacks in Lebanon. Ship tracking data showed fewer vessels crossing, while U.S. military officials said the strait remained open. Talks continued between the U.S. and Iran to maintain peace and ensure safe passage through the strait.
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Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed following Israeli strikes on Lebanon.
The number of ships crossing the strait fell from 35 one day to 12 the next.
Some ships entering the strait turned off their tracking systems.
The U.S. Central Command said the waterway was still open and safe for shipping.
The strait normally carries about 20% of the world’s oil and liquified natural gas.
U.S. and Iranian negotiators met in Switzerland to discuss peace and safe ship passage.
Despite tensions, oil prices fell slightly in Asia on Monday morning.
Asian stock markets mostly rose, except for Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index, which fell.
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President Donald Trump has warned of possible new military actions while talks between U.S. and Iranian negotiators are ongoing. Meanwhile, more than 70 large wildfires are burning across the western United States.
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President Donald Trump has threatened new attacks during U.S.-Iran negotiations.
U.S. and Iranian officials are holding discussions to address their conflicts.
At least 70 major wildfires are currently active in the western regions of the United States.
These fires are causing significant damage and require extensive firefighting efforts.
The situation involves both international diplomatic talks and domestic emergency responses.
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Right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, endorsed by President Donald Trump, has narrowly won Colombia’s presidential election according to initial vote counts. He promises a military crackdown on illegal armed groups, drug trafficking, and crime, while his opponent, Iván Cepeda, has not yet accepted the results and called for an audit.
Key Facts
Abelardo de la Espriella won nearly 49.7% of the vote; Iván Cepeda received about 48.7%.
De la Espriella is a political outsider with no previous political office experience; he is a lawyer and businessman.
President Donald Trump publicly congratulated de la Espriella on social media.
De la Espriella aims to increase military action against armed groups and drug traffickers in Colombia.
Candidate Iván Cepeda has challenged the preliminary results and asked for a voting audit, alleging irregularities without evidence.
Supporters of de la Espriella celebrated in Barranquilla, where he has strong regional backing.
Colombia’s internal armed conflict and violence have increased recently due to fighting between guerrilla groups and drug cartels.
The election result may cause unrest as political divisions are deep, and some opponents do not recognize the initial outcome.
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Retired General Jack Keane said the memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the US and Iran shows President Trump’s administration has changed its focus in the Middle East. The change moves from mainly military goals to economic and political goals.
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Retired General Jack Keane spoke about a US-Iran memorandum of understanding (MOU).
The MOU indicates a shift in President Trump’s Middle East policy priorities.
The shift moves focus away from military objectives.
The new focus includes economic and political objectives.
Keane made these remarks during an interview on Sunday.
The MOU represents a change from previous US approaches in the region.
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David Hearn, a three-time U.S. Olympian, was arrested after touching loose blue coating at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which was recently repainted under President Donald Trump's directive for the 250th U.S. anniversary. Hearn said he did not damage the pool and was held for five hours without being informed of charges.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was recently painted blue following renovations costing $14.65 million.
President Donald Trump ordered the repainting ahead of the United States’ 250th anniversary.
David Hearn, a U.S. Olympian in canoeing and materials science expert, touched a loose piece of blue coating on the pool’s bottom.
Hearn said he did not remove or damage the coating and was cooperative throughout the encounter.
National Park Service employees and National Guardsmen detained Hearn and handedcuffed him without reading his rights or allowing phone calls for five hours.
Hearn was arrested but charges were not clearly explained to him; he is set to appear in court on July 9.
Other individuals have also been arrested on suspicion of vandalism related to the Reflecting Pool.
The pool has had issues with algae and peeling paint since the renovations.
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The article discusses the growing pressure on UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to announce when he will leave office. This comes after recent events in British politics where previous prime ministers resigned due to loss of support within their own party, and growing support inside the Labour Party for Andy Burnham as a possible replacement.
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Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce a plan to leave office soon due to pressure from his own party.
Three prime ministers in four years, including Boris Johnson and Liz Truss, resigned because their parties no longer supported them.
Andy Burnham recently won a by-election, becoming a Member of Parliament and gaining support within Labour.
Some senior Labour ministers have told Starmer he should set a clear timetable for his departure.
Options for Starmer include dismissing dissenting ministers, setting a resignation timetable, or holding a leadership contest.
Some party members want a quick leadership change without involving a full vote by all party members.
Burnham is seen by many as a strong candidate to succeed Starmer as Labour leader and potentially Prime Minister.
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Inmates at Rikers Island jail were given a special chance to visit a museum with their children on Father's Day. This event aimed to help fathers and their kids spend time together despite the fathers being in jail.
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The event took place at Rikers Island, a jail in New York City.
Incarcerated fathers were allowed to leave the jail temporarily to visit a museum.
The visit was organized for Father’s Day to promote family bonding.
The trip helped fathers and children spend quality time together.
This is part of a partnership intended to support positive relationships between jailed parents and their kids.
The museum trip is a rare opportunity for inmates to reconnect with their families outside jail walls.
The event was covered and reported by CBS News.
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Representatives from the US and Iran met in Switzerland to discuss an agreement to stop the war. The talks were tense at times, especially after President Donald Trump warned Iran against closing an important shipping route called the Strait of Hormuz.
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US and Iranian negotiators held talks in Switzerland.
The goal was to reach a ceasefire agreement to end the war.
Discussions were described as both tense and constructive.
President Donald Trump warned Iran not to close the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for global oil shipments.
The warning from President Trump caused a brief strain in the talks.
The meeting aimed to resolve conflicts between the two countries peacefully.
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The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is getting worse. Efforts to fight the virus are being slowed down partly because of funding cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) under President Donald Trump.
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Ebola cases are increasing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
There is currently no approved medicine or vaccine for Ebola being widely used there.
USAID is a U.S. government agency that helps with international health emergencies.
Funding for USAID was reduced during President Donald Trump’s administration.
These funding cuts have made it harder to respond quickly and effectively to the outbreak.
The worsening outbreak threatens more people’s health in the region.
International health groups are involved but face challenges from limited resources.
Controlling Ebola requires fast medical support and vaccines, which are currently limited.
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