Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez faced jeers from people in a Caracas neighborhood hit hard by recent earthquakes. Efforts to rescue those affected have been difficult due to Venezuela’s ongoing economic problems and weakened infrastructure.
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Delcy Rodriguez is the acting President of Venezuela.
She visited a neighborhood in Caracas affected by recent earthquakes.
Residents showed their anger by jeering during her visit.
Rescue operations have faced many challenges.
Venezuela has been dealing with economic collapse for several years.
The country’s infrastructure, such as roads and buildings, is strained and weak.
These problems have made it harder to help earthquake survivors.
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Thunderstorms and heavy rain caused major flight delays and cancellations at London’s Heathrow and Gatwick airports. More than 600 flights were delayed or cancelled, leaving passengers stuck for hours, as air traffic control expected the disruption to continue due to bad weather in southeast England.
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Severe thunderstorms hit London after several days of very hot weather.
Over 600 flights at Heathrow and Gatwick were delayed or cancelled.
Some flights were delayed for more than six hours.
Air traffic control warned of ongoing disruptions due to bad weather.
Passengers reported long waits onboard planes without air conditioning.
British Airways and easyJet made schedule changes and cancellations because of the weather.
Smaller UK airports like Leeds Bradford, Edinburgh, and London City also experienced delays.
Airlines are offering refunds, rebooking options, and assistance like hotel stays to affected passengers.
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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said there will be no direct military communication with the United States to manage the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route. This statement came after new exchanges of fire between U.S. and Iranian forces and conflicting reports about a “hotline” intended to reduce tensions in the area.
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The IRGC denied reports of direct military communication or a hotline with the U.S. regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
The U.S. and Iran recently exchanged fire near the Strait after commercial ships were attacked.
A U.S. official said an Iranian military representative would meet with U.S. Central Command personnel in Doha to discuss issues.
Iran demands that vessels use routes close to its shores in the Strait or risk being stopped or targeted.
The U.S. considers the IRGC a foreign terrorist organization.
Iran and Oman plan to manage the Strait’s maritime services, consulting other Gulf states and following international law.
The Singapore-flagged ship Ever Lovely was hit by a projectile while following a UK-recommended route.
Tensions remain high, with warnings from U.S. officials that violence will be met with violence.
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A heat dome will cause very hot weather across much of the central and eastern United States from July 2 to 6, including the July 4 holiday weekend. The National Weather Service warns that extreme heat conditions could affect millions of people and pose health risks during outdoor celebrations.
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More than 30 states in the central and eastern U.S. are expected to experience hotter-than-normal temperatures.
Temperatures may reach the high 90s to low 100s in states like Minnesota, Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, and many others.
Nighttime temperatures will stay warm, only dropping to the mid-70s, reducing relief from daytime heat.
The heat dome is caused by a strong high-pressure system trapping hot air and limiting clouds and rain.
The Climate Prediction Center has issued high risk of extreme heat for parts of the eastern Great Plains, Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee valleys, Appalachians, Southeast, and Mid-Atlantic.
Heat index values, which measure how hot it feels when humidity is included, could rise above 100 to 105 degrees.
The ridge of high pressure is expected to move west after July 4, easing heat on the East Coast but increasing heat risks in the interior West.
July 4 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States with many outdoor events planned, increasing concern about heat exposure.
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Comedian Bill Maher criticized Vice President Vance and the Republican Party for supporting President Trump’s false claims that the 2020 election was stolen. Maher said that the party needs to stop saying elections are rigged and accept election results.
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Bill Maher spoke out against false election fraud claims tied to President Trump.
Maher addressed Vice President Vance directly during his comments.
He said the Republican Party often says they either win or the election was cheated.
Maher urged the GOP to return to accepting election defeats.
The issue is about how the 2020 U.S. election results are viewed by some Republicans.
The claims of fraud have been proved false by multiple sources.
Acceptance of election results is important for democracy and political stability.
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The Cornish language, known as Kernewek, is experiencing a revival among children in Cornwall. Local schools are teaching the language, and a ten-year council plan aims to make it widely spoken and visible in everyday life across the region.
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Nearly 200 children gathered at a celebration event in Truro to showcase their learning of Kernewek.
Cornwall Council has a 10-year strategy to make Cornish a "thriving, forever language," including bilingual schools and public use.
The council’s goals include children leaving primary school with basic Cornish skills and having official uses like births, marriages, and road signs in the language.
Kernewek was officially recognized under the European charter for regional or minority languages in January, giving it more protection and status.
About 500 people in Cornwall speak Cornish fluently, with 2,000 having basic knowledge.
The language’s revival is largely due to volunteers, not government programs.
Recent efforts include a BBC podcast to teach Cornish and public events like a Kernewek mass at Truro Cathedral.
Cornwall Council wants Cornwall to become a devolved nation within the UK to unlock more funding for initiatives like the Kernewek revival.
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The article says state governments should control online sports gambling. It argues the federal government should not get involved because the Constitution gives states this power.
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State governments can regulate online sports gambling.
The article refers to the U.S. Constitution’s federal system, which shares power between states and the federal government.
It claims that the federal government interfering would go against this system.
The phrase "banks of the Potomac River" refers to the federal government in Washington, D.C.
The article stresses respecting state authority over this issue.
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Sheffield is offering free sport sessions in parks during the summer holidays to encourage families to be active. The sessions include football, rounders, and other games, with free food and drink provided.
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The sport sessions will run from July 20 to August 28 in more than a dozen parks in Sheffield.
Activities include football, rounders, and family-friendly games for all ages and skill levels.
Everyone Active, which manages local leisure facilities, will lead the sessions.
Free food and drink will be available at the events.
The program aims to support families who may not afford a holiday.
Sessions last about two hours and take place in the afternoon and evening.
Booking in advance is recommended to attend the sessions.
The scheme is supported by Sheffield City Council to help families enjoy the summer holidays and stay healthy.
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The article tells the story of families whose loved ones died fighting for voting rights during the civil rights movement. They are concerned that recent Supreme Court decisions are undoing the protections of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, making it harder for minority communities to vote.
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Several families lost relatives who were killed for working to secure voting rights for Black Americans.
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was a key law designed to protect voting rights, especially for minority groups.
The law has been weakened by a series of Supreme Court decisions in the past 12 years, including a major ruling in April 2026.
After the April ruling, Republican-led state legislatures quickly removed majority-Black congressional districts.
Survivors feel that the sacrifices made by their family members are being undone by these legal changes.
The article mentions specific victims like Viola Liuzzo and the children killed in the 1963 Birmingham church bombing.
Despite setbacks, these families remain committed to fighting for voting rights.
The debate reflects ongoing tensions about race, voting access, and political power in the United States.
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Two tropical storms, Mekkhala and Higos, hit Japan, causing heavy rain, floods, and landslides. The storms resulted in one death, several injuries, damage to homes and roads, and disrupted train and flight services.
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Two storms, Mekkhala and Higos, struck Japan during the rainy season.
A man in his 70s died due to a house collapse caused by a landslide in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Three other people were injured in the same landslide incident.
Rivers, such as the Kamo River in Kyoto, swelled with muddy floodwaters.
Flood alerts were issued for Kyoto, Osaka, and other western Japan areas.
More than 30 homes were flooded in Nara and Hiroshima prefectures.
Heavy rain caused damage to roads and disrupted train and flight services.
The Japanese Fire and Disaster Management Agency is monitoring the situation.
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Rescuers in Venezuela saved a newborn baby from the rubble after two earthquakes struck the country. The baby's mother was also rescued alive, and rescue efforts are ongoing.
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Two earthquakes hit Venezuela, causing buildings to collapse.
A newborn baby was found alive under the rubble in the city of La Guaira.
The baby was handed to a man believed to be the father at the rescue site.
The mother was rescued alive some time after the baby.
At least 920 people died and more than 3,360 were injured in the earthquakes.
Rescue operations are continuing across the affected areas.
Videos of the rescue were shared on social media.
The event happened recently, with updates published 37 minutes ago.
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Shiela Boyd, an 81-year-old woman from New York, had her monthly food assistance benefits reduced from $298 to $24. This change affects her ability to afford food and meet her basic needs.
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Shiela Boyd is 81 years old and lives in New York.
Her food benefits were cut drastically from $298 to $24 per month.
These benefits come from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which helps low-income people buy food.
The sudden reduction limits her food budget significantly.
The change has caused concern about how she will manage her daily living expenses.
SNAP benefits help seniors and vulnerable people afford basic nutrition.
Cuts like this are unusual and impactful for elderly recipients.
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The Trump administration is close to allowing Anthropic to restore access to its AI model, Fable 5, which has been offline for 15 days due to government security concerns. Anthropic has also regained limited access to its Mythos 5 cybersecurity model, and talks between the company and government officials continue to resolve safety and use issues.
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Anthropic’s AI model Fable 5 has been offline for 15 days over security worries by the U.S. government.
The Trump administration may lift limits on Fable 5 and allow it back as soon as next week.
Mythos 5, Anthropic’s cybersecurity AI, was recently allowed limited access for trusted users.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Anthropic has worked with the government to address risks related to both models.
The Pentagon and NSA still need to approve Fable 5’s full return.
Anthropic’s AI models are praised for strong coding ability and were used by companies like Stripe to speed up work.
Anthropic initially gave users free access to Fable 5 for a short period before it was shut down.
Both Anthropic and OpenAI want the government to create clear rules for reviewing powerful new AI models, moving away from case-by-case decisions.
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John Bolton, who was once President Donald Trump’s national security adviser, pleaded guilty to mishandling classified information. Some of this information was reportedly used in his critical memoir about the Trump administration.
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John Bolton served as national security adviser under President Donald Trump.
Bolton pleaded guilty to mishandling classified information on June 27, 2026.
Prosecutors say some of the misused information appeared in Bolton’s book, *The Room Where It Happened*.
The book gives a critical view of President Trump’s time in office.
The case highlights concerns about the handling of sensitive government information.
Bolton moved from being an ally of President Trump to a critic over time.
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Australia plans to double the fine for companies that break its social media ban for children under 16, raising the penalty to $99 million. The government is also giving more power to the eSafety commissioner to investigate tech companies like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for not properly preventing children from using their platforms.
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Australia introduced a law on December 10 banning children under 16 from using social media.
More than 5 million accounts belonging to under-16s have been removed or restricted since the ban started.
Research shows that over 80% of children under 16 still access social media despite the law.
The government will increase the fine for breaking the ban from $49.5 million to $99 million.
The eSafety commissioner will have stronger powers to demand information and evidence from social media companies to check their compliance.
Some countries, like France and the UK, are planning similar social media age restrictions.
A study found that age checks on social media accounts are often weak, with only a small number required to provide official ID.
Many children said they bypassed restrictions to use social media even when under the age limit.
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Budapest held its first official Pride march since Prime Minister Viktor Orbán left office. Thousands joined the event despite very hot weather, but some tensions appeared as far-right activists replaced rainbow flags on a bridge with Hungarian national flags.
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The Pride march in Budapest is the first official one after Viktor Orbán stopped being prime minister.
Thousands of people took part in the parade on a hot day.
The event was fully authorized by the authorities.
Far-right activists removed some rainbow flags on Elisabeth Bridge.
These activists replaced the rainbow flags with Hungarian national flags.
The flag replacement was done to try to prevent conflicts during the event.
The parade shows continuing support for LGBTQ rights in Hungary after Orbán’s departure.
The situation still showed some tensions between supporters and opponents of Pride.
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French hospitals are facing serious challenges due to a severe heatwave lasting seven days. Emergency rooms have seen a large rise in patients with heat-related problems, putting extra pressure on health services.
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The heatwave in France has lasted for seven days straight.
Hospitals, especially emergency departments, report a sharp increase in heat-related health cases within one day.
Dr. Pascal André, an emergency medicine and infection expert, says the situation shows the need for better cooperation and reforms in healthcare.
He recommends changes to how hospitals staff workers and improvements to hospital buildings.
Increased government funding is needed to prepare the health system for more frequent heatwaves.
The heatwave is linked to climate change effects.
Some public events in France have been postponed or canceled to avoid overloading emergency services.
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Scratching a bug bite or rash may feel good at first but can actually make the itch worse and cause more swelling. Scientists studied mice to see how scratching affects the skin and found that scratching activates immune cells that increase inflammation.
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Scratching an itch damages the skin and can lead to a cycle of more itching and scratching.
Researchers used "cones of shame" on mice to stop them from scratching and found less swelling and irritation.
Normal mice that were allowed to scratch developed more inflamed and swollen rashes.
Scratching causes pain-sensing nerves to release a substance that activates immune cells called mast cells.
Mast cells release chemicals that cause the itch and swelling to get worse.
A little scratch feels good because it may help remove parasites or fight some bacteria on the skin.
Ignoring a mosquito bite usually makes the itch go away quickly, but scratching prolongs the problem.
The study looked specifically at allergic contact dermatitis caused by irritants like poison ivy or nickel.
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Reports suggest singer Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce may get married at Madison Square Garden in early July, but no official confirmation has been made. The couple has shared little about their wedding plans since announcing their engagement nearly a year ago.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce became engaged about a year ago.
Reports say the wedding might take place in early July at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Madison Square Garden is a large arena that can seat up to 19,500 people.
News sources say there could be two events: one with about 100 people on July 2 and another with about 1,000 people on July 3.
The couple has not publicly confirmed any wedding details.
The city issued a permit for loading and unloading materials at Madison Square Garden from June 29 to July 4.
A company known for producing big entertainment events applied for a permit to set up a large tent outside the arena for around 999 people.
New York City’s mayor mentioned the wedding reports humorously but said he was not invited.
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