House Speaker Mike Johnson said that if Democrats win the 2026 midterm elections, the biggest threat will not be another impeachment of President Trump. Instead, Johnson warned Democrats would focus investigations on Trump’s family, donors, friends, and Cabinet members.
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Mike Johnson is the current Speaker of the House.
Johnson spoke at the Faith and Freedom Coalition conference about the 2026 midterm elections.
He said impeachment of President Trump is not the main concern if Democrats take control of the House.
Johnson warned Democrats would target Trump’s associates and allies through committees.
Johnson promised to protect Republicans from these investigations.
The White House supported President Trump’s agenda and efforts to keep Republican control of Congress.
Democrats responded on social media supporting the idea of investigations.
A Columbia University professor said investigations could motivate voters but may not guarantee Democrat wins in the future.
Midterm elections are elections held in the middle of a president’s term to choose members of Congress.
Impeachment is a formal process to charge a government official with wrongdoing.
Committees are groups in Congress that investigate and oversee government activities.
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KWN, an R&B singer from East London, rose from working delivery jobs to selling out venues worldwide within two years. After independently selling her demo online, she signed with RCA Records and gained fame with her hit "Worst Behaviour," including a popular remix featuring US singer Kehlani.
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KWN's real name is Khyra Wilson; she is 26 years old and from Walthamstow, East London.
Two years ago, she delivered parcels for Amazon and worked part-time in a restaurant before her music career took off.
She sold 5,500 copies of her demo online at £1.99 each to raise money for a full release.
KWN signed with RCA Records before Christmas 2024, a major label home to well-known R&B artists.
Her song "Worst Behaviour" became popular worldwide, especially after a remix featuring US R&B star Kehlani.
The remix video showed both singers despite them being sick during filming, and the song was released on Valentine's Day 2025.
KWN performed at famous venues, including the Sydney Opera House, drawing over 2,500 fans.
KWN and Kehlani dated last year, and their presence has made an impact on queer representation in R&B music.
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Many people with hidden disabilities like autism and ADHD find music festivals challenging because their needs are not always recognized. Some festivals are starting to create special quiet spaces and provide helpful items to make events more comfortable for these attendees.
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Over 15% of people in the UK are neurodivergent, meaning their brains work differently from typical patterns.
Neurodivergent attendees often face difficulties at festivals because their disabilities are not visible.
Festival-goers with ADHD, autism, and similar conditions have shared experiences of feeling overwhelmed by crowds, noise, and lack of quiet areas.
Some have needed to leave events early or find alternative accommodation due to sensory overload.
The UK’s Culture, Media and Sport Committee issued guidelines recommending improvements in festival accessibility.
Recommendations include better infrastructure, security, training for staff, and ticketing options designed with input from disability-led groups.
Download Festival introduced a sensory space with noise-cancelling headphones and calming activities for neurodivergent attendees.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission ruled that Live Nation, a major festival organizer, must improve accessibility at its events.
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Rockstar Games will release Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) without a physical disc, offering a boxed edition that contains only a digital download code. This change reflects a growing trend toward digital sales in the gaming market and the increasing number of consoles without disc drives.
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GTA 6’s physical edition will not include a disc but a single-use digital download code instead.
The standard edition of GTA 6 is priced at £70, while the premium edition costs £90.
Many gamers value physical discs because they can lend or resell the game, but digital codes usually cannot be reused.
Digital sales now make up the majority of game revenue.
More than half of Xbox Series consoles and over a quarter of PlayStation 5 consoles in the US do not have disc drives.
Some gamers download most or all of their games digitally and are not concerned about the absence of discs.
Consumer rights groups worry that digital-only formats may limit players’ access if online servers are shut down in the future.
Rockstar’s decision shows the ongoing shift in the industry toward digital game ownership rather than physical products.
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A South African Netflix drama called The Polygamist explores the complicated life of a wealthy man with multiple wives and a mistress. The show has become very popular in Africa and other countries, sparking conversations about polygamy, marriage, and family issues.
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The Polygamist is a 22-episode drama in the Zulu language.
It starts at the funeral of Jonasi Gomora, a wealthy businessman with two wives and a mistress.
The story shows their relationships and family conflicts over five years.
The show was released on Netflix on June 12 and quickly became a top trend.
It is based on a 2012 novel by Zimbabwean author Sue Nyathi.
The series was made by Netflix and South African company Stained Glass TV, with input from daughters of former South African president Jacob Zuma.
The show has been most watched in South Africa and Kenya, and popular in Nigeria and other countries.
It has triggered discussions on social media and inspired cultural reactions like taxi decorations in Nairobi.
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Qantas will launch the first non-stop flight between London and Sydney in October 2027, cutting travel time to about 22 hours. The airline will use special long-range Airbus planes and expects this new service to attract premium-paying customers despite higher costs and challenges with very long flights.
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Qantas started flying between London and Sydney in 1947 with multiple stops.
Currently, Qantas has one stop in Singapore for this route.
The new non-stop flight will save about four hours compared to the current trip.
The flight will last approximately 22 hours.
Special planes designed for ultra-long flights will be used.
Nearly 40% of seats will be premium economy, business, or first class.
Passengers will have more legroom and a wellness area to help reduce health risks like blood clots.
The new route is expected to cost about 20% more than the current service with a stopover.
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A small number of people from Western countries, including the US, Britain, and Canada, have moved to Russia seeking a lifestyle based on traditional Christian values. Russia introduced a "Shared Values visa" to attract these migrants, allowing them temporary residency if they share Russia’s spiritual and moral beliefs. However, some migrants find the reality harder than expected due to restrictions on information and other challenges.
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Leo Hare, an American from Texas, moved to Russia in 2023 after receiving asylum.
Russia promotes itself as a country upholding traditional Christian family values, contrasting with Western cultural changes.
The Shared Values visa was launched by President Vladimir Putin in 2024 for citizens of 47 countries Russia calls "unfriendly."
The visa offers up to three years of temporary residency without requiring language or history tests initially.
Applicants must declare they reject Western "destructive neoliberal ideology" and support Russian moral values.
After three years, visa holders must pass language and history exams to convert to permanent residency or leave Russia.
Over 3,400 people had applied to this visa program by spring 2026, but approval numbers are unclear.
The visa does not include financial or housing support; applicants pay a fee and must pass medical and criminal checks.
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Relations between Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and U.S. President Donald Trump have worsened significantly since 2025. What was once a close political alliance has turned into public disputes and personal insults, damaging their diplomatic ties.
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Meloni was once called the "Trump whisperer" and attended President Trump's second inauguration in January 2025.
Early in 2025, she represented the EU in talks to ease tensions about U.S. tariffs on European goods.
Tensions began in March 2025 when Italy blocked U.S. military planes from using a NATO base without parliament approval, due to Italy’s constitution and public opposition to war.
Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV on social media, calling him "weak on crime," which Meloni publicly condemned because Italy is a deeply Catholic country.
Trump then criticized Meloni personally, saying she was "not the same person" and blamed her for changes in Italy’s politics.
At the June 2025 G7 summit, Meloni and Trump appeared to reconcile after a private talk.
Shortly after, Trump claimed Meloni begged for a photo with him, a statement Meloni strongly denied as false.
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A police detective and a child protection expert suspected Jeffrey Donaldson of child abuse a year before he was officially named in a police complaint. Donaldson was found guilty of 18 sex abuse charges and awaits sentencing later this year.
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A detective and a church safeguarding officer thought Jeffrey Donaldson was a secret child abuser in 2023 after talking with one victim.
The victim did not name Donaldson in their first meeting with police but described a "very high profile" person.
The church safeguarding officer and detective chief inspector later confirmed their suspicion that Donaldson was the abuser.
A former senior police officer said this suspicion should have been reported to the PSNI chief constable.
Allegations include abuse that happened between 1985 and 2008 when victims were children.
Donaldson was found guilty of 18 charges, including one count of rape.
Donaldson’s wife was found legally responsible for helping him in five related charges.
Police have not commented further due to ongoing legal proceedings.
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King Charles has voluntarily paid a £12.9 million tax bill, a practice based on an agreement with the UK government rather than a legal requirement. The Royal Household released this information to increase transparency, but details about how the amount was calculated and the exact breakdown of his income and taxes are unclear.
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King Charles is not legally required to pay income tax, capital gains tax, or inheritance tax.
He pays some taxes voluntarily under a government agreement called the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), updated in 2023.
The King's tax bill is £12.9 million, but the calculation details are not fully explained.
The King pays VAT (value-added tax), employer taxes, and local rates as required by law.
His private income includes money from the Duchy of Lancaster, which owns assets like the Savoy Hotel.
The Privy Purse income from the Duchy of Lancaster was £25.2 million for the year ending March 31.
Official royal expenses can be deducted from taxable income, so only personal spending is taxed voluntarily.
The Sovereign Grant, government funds for official royal duties, is tax-free.
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Two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela, causing destruction and leaving many people missing. Rescue teams are working quickly to find and help those trapped under rubble.
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Venezuela experienced two powerful earthquakes.
Many people are missing after the quakes.
Rescue workers are searching through debris to find survivors.
Doctors Without Borders is involved in helping people in Latin America.
Immediate aid and medical help are needed on the ground.
The situation is urgent, and rescue efforts are ongoing.
The news report was shared by CBS News.
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Israel and Lebanon signed a framework agreement in Washington, with the United States helping to broker the deal. The agreement aims to restore Lebanon’s control over its land, disarm Hezbollah, and set up a military coordination group between the two countries, but details and trust remain uncertain.
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The agreement was signed in Washington and involved Israel, Lebanon, and the United States.
The deal aims to restore Lebanon’s sovereignty and dismantle Hezbollah’s military presence.
It creates a trilateral Military Coordination Group for Israel, Lebanon, and the US to work together.
Lebanon’s Prime Minister sees the deal as a continuation of past agreements and UN resolutions.
Reports say Israel may withdraw from some parts of southern Lebanon, but officials have denied this publicly.
Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues, with Israel still controlling about one-fifth of Lebanon’s territory.
Israeli air attacks have killed people in southern Lebanon as recent as the day the agreement was signed.
The agreement is seen as a first step, but significant challenges remain for lasting peace.
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Two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela just seconds apart, causing buildings to collapse. Rescue teams are urgently searching through the rubble to find people who may still be alive. So far, over 900 people have died, and many more are missing.
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Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within seconds of each other.
The quakes caused large amounts of buildings to fall down.
Rescue crews are working quickly to find survivors trapped under debris.
More than 900 people have been confirmed dead.
Tens of thousands of people are still missing after the earthquakes.
The situation is critical and time is running out to save lives.
The report is by journalist Nick Schifrin.
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President Donald Trump criticized the Democratic Party during a speech at a conservative conference, calling them "godless communists" and warning they threaten traditional American values. He focused on recent Democratic wins by leftwing candidates in New York to argue that the party is moving toward extreme views.
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President Trump spoke at the Faith & Freedom Coalition conference in Washington, D.C.
He described Democrats as "godless communists" and said they want to harm Christians and American traditions.
Trump cited leftwing candidates winning recent New York elections as evidence of the party’s shift to the far left.
He claimed, without evidence, that Democrats support violence including assassinations against opponents.
Trump defended his past actions, including his approach to Iran, and repeated claims of election fraud.
Republicans are currently behind in polls but hope to use the rise of leftwing Democrats to gain support.
Trump said the Democratic party establishment is too weak to resist the far-left influence.
He emphasized that communists are against religion, particularly targeting Christianity.
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The U.S. carried out air strikes targeting missile and drone storage areas and radar sites one day after Iran attacked a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. JD Vance stated that any violence will be answered with violence.
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Iran attacked a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
The U.S. responded with air strikes the following day.
The strikes targeted missile and drone storage locations.
Coastal radar sites were also targeted in the U.S. strikes.
JD Vance said "violence will be met with violence" in response to the attacks.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for international shipping.
The U.S. Central Command confirmed the targets of the strikes.
CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd provided information on the situation.
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A strong earthquake has caused severe damage in Caracas, Venezuela, destroying many neighborhoods. International groups, including the United States and the United Nations, are sending aid to help with the disaster.
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Powerful earthquakes hit Caracas and nearby areas in Venezuela.
Many neighborhoods were heavily damaged or destroyed.
The full extent of the damage is still being assessed.
The United States, United Nations, and other international teams are providing aid.
Reporter Andreina Fermin is covering the situation on the ground in Caracas.
Efforts are ongoing to assist people affected by the earthquakes.
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A Michigan couple has been charged with second-degree murder after their seven-year-old son died weighing over 250 pounds. Authorities said the boy was not taken to doctors as needed and lived in unsafe conditions.
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The boy, Casper O’Brien, was seven years old and weighed 255 pounds at his death.
Casper was 4 feet, 2.5 inches tall, much heavier than typical children his age.
His parents, Damien (40) and Jessica O’Brien (41), were charged with second-degree murder.
Authorities said the couple did not provide proper medical care or a safe home.
Casper was last seen by a doctor in February 2024 but missed a specialist appointment.
Casper’s diet reportedly consisted mainly of potato chips and fries due to texture issues.
The family had health insurance through Damien O’Brien’s job.
The couple also faces child abuse charges involving their five-year-old daughter, found in poor conditions and medically obese.
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The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to end temporary protected status (TPS) for Haitians and Syrians. Ohio, with over 10,000 Haitian migrants, could be strongly affected. Governor Mike DeWine said the decision is wrong and spoke about its impact on Ohio communities.
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The Supreme Court ruled in favor of ending TPS for people from Haiti and Syria.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a program that protects people from certain countries facing danger or disaster.
Over 10,000 Haitian migrants live in Ohio, making the state one of the most affected.
Governor Mike DeWine, a Republican, opposes the decision.
DeWine discussed the ruling and its effects on Ohio communities in an interview with Amna Nawaz.
Ending TPS could cause some migrants to lose their protection from deportation.
The ruling supports the Trump administration’s plan to remove this protected status.
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More than 50,000 people are missing after two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela on Wednesday night. Rescue teams and local people are searching through the rubble to find survivors.
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Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday night.
Over 50,000 people are reported missing after the earthquakes.
Rescue workers and locals are working together to find survivors.
The search is ongoing as of Friday.
Families are using online platforms to share information about their missing loved ones.
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Investigative journalist Catherine Herridge faces an $800 daily fine after being held in contempt for not revealing her sources about a government investigation. Herridge has asked the US Supreme Court to pause the fine while the case continues, arguing that revealing sources would harm press freedom.
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In 2017, Herridge wrote stories about a government investigation involving scientist Yanping Chen.
In 2021, a district court held Herridge in civil contempt and ordered an $800 daily fine if she didn't reveal her sources.
Herridge has appealed multiple times but has faced defeats in lower courts.
She filed a petition with the US Supreme Court to stay the ruling and delay the fine.
Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts granted a temporary pause to allow time for a response.
Fox News supports Herridge and defends the principle that reporters should protect their sources.
The case highlights the lack of a federal shield law protecting journalists from revealing sources.
Past similar cases include reporter Judith Miller spending jail time for refusing to name sources.
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