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A three-year-old boy was seriously injured after entering a crocodile enclosure at Johnsons of Old Hurst zoo in Cambridgeshire. He remains in critical but stable condition two days after the attack. A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with the incident.
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The incident happened at Johnsons of Old Hurst near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire.
The boy was attacked by at least one crocodile and taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital.
The boy remains in critical but stable condition two days after the attack.
A 30-year-old man from Norfolk was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and later released on bail.
The arrested man has learning disabilities, was on a trip to the zoo with carers, and is not believed to know the child.
Zoo staff member Tracey Johnson rescued the boy by jumping into the crocodile enclosure.
The crocodile enclosure has high fences and steel mesh fencing around elevated walkways.
Police are reviewing CCTV footage and interviewing staff to understand what happened.
The crocodiles have not been removed or harmed.
The zoo’s Tropical House, containing the crocodile enclosure, was closed after the incident.
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Israel gave a special state welcome to Somaliland’s president in Jerusalem, marking the first visit by a leader of this region. Israel was the first country to recognize Somaliland’s independence from Somalia, and the visit included signing agreements to boost cooperation in security, trade, and regional strategy.
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President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi of Somaliland visited Israel for the first time on a state visit.
Israel officially recognized Somaliland as independent from Somalia six months before the visit.
The two sides signed a strategic cooperation agreement covering security, trade, and regional issues.
Somaliland controls a key coastline near the Bab al-Mandab Strait, an important global shipping route.
Israel sees Somaliland as strategically important because of regional conflicts and shipping disruptions near Yemen.
Somaliland opened its embassy in West Jerusalem, a rare move since most embassies stay in Tel Aviv due to Jerusalem’s disputed status.
The embassy opening was criticized by Palestine, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, and the Arab League.
Somaliland’s president met Israeli leaders including President Isaac Herzog and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the visit.
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A United Nations meeting became tense after Israel’s ambassador said the UN was treating Israel unfairly regarding accusations of sexual violence by its soldiers. Israel was recently put on a UN list for sexual violence linked to conflicts.
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Israel’s ambassador spoke at a UN meeting about allegations against Israeli soldiers and security forces.
The ambassador accused the UN of unfairly focusing on Israel.
Israel was added to a UN blacklist for sexual violence related to conflict.
The meeting included heated exchanges and interruptions.
The blacklist is used by the UN to identify parties involved in sexual violence during conflicts.
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The article discusses ongoing international conflicts involving Russia, Ukraine, the US, Israel, Iran, and Lebanon, showing that despite violations of international law, weaker actors can resist stronger powers. It highlights European efforts to support international law and manage tensions, especially around the strategic Strait of Hormuz, although political challenges remain.
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Russia invaded Ukraine, violating international law, but Ukraine continues to resist despite Russia’s greater military strength.
The US and Israel have attacked Iran twice, also breaking international law, aiming to weaken Iran.
A memorandum of understanding was signed between the US and Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz for shipping and easing some sanctions.
The deal shows that even the strongest countries do not always achieve their goals in conflicts.
Europe, led by France and the UK, created a coalition of about 40 countries to clear mines and secure the Strait of Hormuz for shipping, showing support for international law.
This European coalition effort might not happen because the US is not interested and Iran rejects foreign military presence in the strait.
Norway is quietly working on another European initiative to help manage the tensions in the Middle East.
The article questions whether Europe will reaffirm its support for international law after these conflicts.
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The push to use more electricity instead of fossil fuels has become a key topic in recent UN climate talks ahead of the Cop31 summit. Countries debated energy goals and the role of science in climate policy, with some disagreements causing delays.
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Using electricity for vehicles, heating, and industry can greatly reduce fossil fuel use and cut global energy demand in half.
Turkey and Australia propose that 35% of energy should come from electricity by 2035 to reduce emissions.
The recent talks in Bonn focused heavily on electrification but faced delays and conflicts over climate science and goals.
Some countries, including Saudi Arabia and India, opposed confirming climate science in agreements.
Many Pacific Island nations criticized attempts to weaken scientific references, highlighting the urgent impact of climate change on vulnerable people.
The goal to limit global warming to 1.5°C was challenged but defended by many participants.
The UN climate chief called for cooperation instead of disputes during the negotiations.
The concept of a "just transition," ensuring fair changes to jobs and communities, saw more agreement among countries.
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Australia’s health regulator, Ahpra, has adopted the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) definition of antisemitism to guide its work. Some groups, like the peak Jewish body, support the move, while others, including the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network, worry it might stop health workers from speaking out about Israel’s actions.
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Ahpra adopted the IHRA definition of antisemitism to guide its regulatory work.
The IHRA definition includes examples that some say could mix criticism of Israel with antisemitism.
The move is supported by the Australian government’s special envoy to combat antisemitism and the Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ).
The Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (Apan) fears the definition may lead to silencing health workers critical of Israel.
Since October 2023, some health workers have reported fear of professional consequences for speaking about Gaza and Palestine.
Ahpra is reviewing its process to handle complaints about health workers to avoid misuse of the system.
The antisemitism royal commission was set up after a December 2022 terrorist attack in Bondi where 15 people died.
Media outlets ABC and SBS chose not to adopt the IHRA definition, citing the need for editorial independence.
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Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, have been offered a royal place to stay during their visit to the UK next month with their two children. The family has not yet responded, and details about security and which royal residence is offered are not clear.
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Prince Harry and Meghan will visit the UK next month with their children, Archie (7) and Lilibet (5).
They have been offered accommodation on a royal estate but have not said if they will accept it.
Harry has previously declined to stay at Buckingham Palace due to security concerns.
The last time the King saw his grandchildren was in 2022 during Queen Elizabeth II’s Jubilee celebrations.
Prince Harry has planned events related to the Invictus Games, which help injured military personnel, next year.
Buckingham Palace has said it will not comment on whether the King will meet the family, calling it a private matter.
Security details for the visit are unclear, and no extra security from Buckingham Palace has been announced.
Any additional security would be managed by the UK Home Office.
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Mexico City plans to limit alcohol sales in public after over 700,000 people celebrated the national soccer team’s win during the World Cup. Officials want to reduce street drinking and control crowd size by adding more screens and staff.
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More than 700,000 people gathered downtown to celebrate Mexico’s win against South Korea in the World Cup.
Fans wore national jerseys or colorful wrestling masks while celebrating in the streets.
The celebration left streets dirty with 40 tons of trash collected the next day.
The city government wants to stop people from taking alcoholic drinks out of bars and restaurants.
Convenience stores near the celebration area may be asked to stop selling alcohol before big games.
Officials plan to add seven extra big screens to spread out crowds from the current 12 screens.
More staff will be deployed to limit beer sales by street vendors.
Mexico will play against the Czech Republic in their next World Cup match.
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Australia has confirmed its first case of the H5N1 bird flu virus in a wild bird, making it the last continent to have this virus. The disease was found in a brown skua bird on the southern coast of Western Australia, and there is a second suspected case in another wild bird. Authorities are closely watching for more cases and are prepared to respond.
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H5N1 bird flu has now been found on every continent, including Australia.
The virus was detected in a brown skua, a migratory seabird, on a beach in Cape Le Grand National Park, Western Australia.
A second suspected case was found in a southern petrel on a nearby beach.
Human cases linked to H5N1 bird flu are very rare.
Australian authorities have been preparing for this virus and have emergency plans ready.
The virus was previously found in Australian territories in the southern Indian Ocean last year.
A study found that the virus killed more than 75% of baby seals on Heard Island, showing its impact on wildlife.
Bird flu spreads mainly through wild and domestic birds and can occasionally infect other animals.
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Two trains collided near Bedford, England, resulting in one death and about 90 injuries. British Transport Police have declared the event a major incident and started an investigation.
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The crash happened near Bedford, roughly 100 kilometers north of London.
One person has died due to the collision.
Around 90 people were injured in the accident.
British Transport Police are leading the investigation.
The incident is classified as a major event by authorities.
Emergency services responded to the crash site.
Officials are working to find out what caused the collision.
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Three Democratic senators asked the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to stop the merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery. They say the deal might create national security problems because it involves foreign investors.
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Senators Cory Booker, Adam Schiff, and Elizabeth Warren signed a letter to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr.
The senators want the FCC to pause the merger deal between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery.
They believe the merger could threaten national security.
The concern comes from foreign investors involved in the companies.
The FCC has the power to approve or block such mergers in the media industry.
The letter reflects worries about foreign influence in U.S. media companies.
Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery are major entertainment firms in the United States.
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President Donald Trump said the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was damaged by vandalism after it developed an algae problem and peeling surface shortly after a renovation. He claimed unknown people and a reporter from ABC News caused the damage and said repairs will happen soon while officials investigate.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool recently had a multimillion-dollar renovation.
Soon after, the pool faced an algae bloom and peeling of its surface material.
President Trump blamed vandalism for this damage.
He accused unknown people and ABC News reporter Jonathan Karl of interfering with the pool.
Trump said the algae is mostly gone and repairs will happen early next week.
Law enforcement is investigating the damage.
Scott Jennings, a former White House adviser, supported Trump’s vandalism claims.
Trump mentioned his administration cleaned and improved many sites in Washington, D.C. recently.
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African and Caribbean nations have asked countries that benefited from the transatlantic slave trade to give a formal apology and reparations. This call follows a United Nations resolution that recognized the slave trade as a serious crime and urged support for a reparations fund.
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A conference in Ghana brought leaders from African and Caribbean countries together to discuss reparations for the transatlantic slave trade.
The UN labeled the transatlantic slave trade as the "gravest crime against humanity" in a vote held in March 2026.
Around 12 to 15 million Africans were enslaved and transported to the Americas between the 15th and 19th centuries.
A 19-point plan was agreed on, including debt relief, returning stolen cultural items, and setting up a global reparations fund.
Conference leaders want countries involved in the slave trade to give full, formal, and unconditional apologies.
The United States, Israel, and Argentina voted against the UN resolution, while 52 countries including the UK abstained.
The UK has refused to pay reparations, saying present-day institutions are not responsible for past actions.
No country has yet paid reparations to the descendants of enslaved people or affected nations.
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The U.S. Justice Department is investigating Major League Baseball to see if it discriminated against players for wearing caps with Bible verses during a Pride Night game. MLB had warned three players about the caps, prompting the inquiry.
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The Justice Department started an investigation into MLB on Thursday.
The investigation focuses on whether MLB discriminated based on religion.
Three players were warned by MLB for wearing caps with Bible verses.
The incident occurred during a Pride Night game.
MLB previously encouraged players to wear “Black Lives Matter” related items.
The probe will examine if there is unequal treatment or unfair rules regarding religious expression.
Pride Night is an event to support LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion.
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New photos and videos from Karmelo Anthony’s murder trial were released by a Texas court. These show key evidence used in the case where Anthony was convicted of killing Austin Metcalf at a school track event.
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Karmelo Anthony was convicted of murder in Collin County, Texas.
The victim, Austin Metcalf, was stabbed fatally at a Dallas-area track meet last April.
Court released photos of the knife, Anthony’s backpack, and surveillance footage from inside a high school team tent.
Videos also show Anthony’s movements before and after the stabbing.
Cameras were not allowed inside the courtroom, so this is the first public view of the trial evidence.
Anthony’s lawyers are seeking an appeal of the conviction.
A key trial argument involved the size difference between Anthony and Metcalf, but the jury did not accept this as justification for deadly force.
Police body camera footage includes Anthony saying, “I’m not alleged, I did it,” though he is not shown in the video frame.
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The Kennedy Center is deciding whether to fully close, partially close, or have phased closures for repairs after a judge blocked the Trump administration's plan to close it until 2028. The center’s board will meet in July to decide, while a lawsuit pushes the government to keep the center open with ongoing programming.
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A judge blocked the Kennedy Center’s planned full closure for renovations until 2028.
The judge also reversed the plan to rename the center to include President Trump’s name.
The Kennedy Center board will meet in mid-July to decide on full closure, partial closure, or phased closures with some programs continuing.
The Trump administration said repairs are still planned and programming does not have to be rescheduled.
A lawsuit by Rep. Joyce Beatty argues the government has reduced programming too much and must maintain meaningful activities.
Beatty’s lawyers want weekly updates on steps to resume programming and are planning further legal actions.
President Trump’s name was removed from the Kennedy Center’s facade and website following the judge’s order.
The government withdrew trademark applications related to the Kennedy Center’s former joint name with President Trump.
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The TV show *The Agency* explores the lives of CIA spies who live undercover, focusing on the personal and moral challenges they face. Actors Michael Fassbender and Katherine Waterston discuss how the show reflects real questions about trust and truth, especially in a time when artificial intelligence (AI) affects our daily lives.
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*The Agency* is a thriller TV series on Paramount+ about CIA operatives with deep-cover identities.
Michael Fassbender plays Martian, a veteran CIA spy dealing with the long-term effects of undercover work.
The show emphasizes character drama and moral issues over action scenes like explosions.
Critics have mixed opinions: some praise the show’s realism and complexity, while others find its pace slow.
Katherine Waterston, who plays CIA officer Naomi, highlights growing public concern about trust and truth due to AI technology.
Waterston warns that AI use requires stronger rules and regulation to prevent harm.
Fassbender agrees that AI could have dangerous effects if not carefully controlled.
The actors feel the show’s themes are timely because of misinformation and AI’s impact on society.
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Brandon Routh stars in "Out of Order," a new independent comedy about a lawyer working secretly for two opposing law firms. The film mixes humor, a love triangle, and courtroom drama, and will premiere at the Dances with Films festival in Los Angeles on June 22.
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"Out of Order" is a courtroom comedy featuring Brandon Routh as John Slater.
His character uses a blonde wig to pose as a different lawyer working against himself.
The movie includes comedy, romance, and slapstick scenes, making it family-friendly.
The Los Angeles premiere is on June 22 at TCL Chinese Theatres during the Dances with Films festival.
After the screening, there will be a question-and-answer session with Brandon Routh and the director Guy Jacobson.
Brandon Routh is known for playing Superman in "Superman Returns" (2006) and Ray Palmer/The Atom in The CW’s Arrowverse TV shows.
The film was shot in New York City.
Routh shares stories about working on this film and his past roles during interviews.
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Violence between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has renewed despite a fragile ceasefire, causing the cancellation of a planned peace meeting between the US and Iran in Switzerland. President Trump supports the new Iran deal and has unveiled a new Air Force One gifted by Qatar, while tensions in the Middle East continue to affect global politics and energy prices.
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Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire after 24 hours of fighting in Lebanon.
A US-Iran peace meeting scheduled in Switzerland was canceled due to the renewed violence.
Hezbollah killed four Israeli soldiers, and Israel responded with airstrikes killing at least 47 people.
Vice President JD Vance, leading US peace negotiations, did not travel to the canceled summit.
The US and Iran recently signed a memorandum of understanding that starts a 60-day negotiation period on Iran’s nuclear program.
President Trump unveiled a new Air Force One, a Qatari 747 gifted to the US, causing political criticism over its value.
Bill Pulte was appointed acting director of national intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard earlier than planned.
The conflict in the Middle East has increased energy prices and caused concern about global economic stability.
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Paint has started peeling off the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool following recent algae growth. This damage comes after a costly renovation overseen during President Donald Trump's administration.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool underwent a multi-million dollar renovation.
After the renovation, algae grew in the pool.
The growth of algae has caused the paint on the pool to peel.
The reflecting pool is a well-known landmark in Washington, D.C.
The news was reported by CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann.
The issue appeared after President Donald Trump's effort to improve the pool.
The problem has raised concerns about the renovation’s success and durability.
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