People across the US protested against President Donald Trump before his military parade in Washington, DC. The protests, called "No Kings," took place in many cities and included speeches from lawmakers and activists, focusing on issues like immigration and government policies.
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Protesters gathered across the US against President Trump's policies before his military parade in Washington, DC.
The parade was set to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the US Army and Trump's birthday.
The protests, named "No Kings," were organized to express concerns about Trump's use of presidential power.
Some protests addressed issues like immigration and government effectiveness.
In Los Angeles, the atmosphere was tense after immigration raids led to protests.
Governor Gavin Newsom opposed Trump's decision to send the National Guard to manage protests in California.
Protests in Minnesota were canceled due to safety concerns after attacks on state politicians.
Some protesters dressed in costumes to highlight their political messages.
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At least 11 people died and several are missing after flash floods hit San Antonio, Texas. Rescue teams are working to find those still missing and have conducted over 70 water rescues so far.
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Flash floods caused by severe storms hit San Antonio, Texas.
At least 11 people have died, and several are missing.
The San Antonio Fire Department is searching for at least four missing people.
Over 70 water rescues were performed by rescue teams.
Four people rescued were taken to hospitals with minor injuries.
Three identified victims are Martha De La Torre Rangel, Matthew Angel Tufono, and Victor Manuel Macias Castro.
Floods swept cars away near the Perrin Beitel neighborhood as heavy rain fell.
The city's mayor and a local congressman expressed condolences to the families affected.
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Kilmar Ábrego García, a Salvadoran man, has pleaded not guilty to charges related to human trafficking in a Nashville court. He was previously deported from the US but returned to face charges after a judge ordered his return from El Salvador. The case involves allegations that he transported migrants illegally in the US.
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Kilmar Ábrego García pleaded not guilty to charges of illegally transporting migrants and conspiracy.
He was deported from the US to El Salvador in March 2025 but was later brought back to face charges.
Ábrego García has been linked to the MS-13 gang, a claim that his lawyers deny.
He entered the US illegally in 2011 and was granted protection from deportation in 2019 due to potential danger from gangs in El Salvador.
A US judge ordered his return after his deportation was deemed a mistake by officials.
Prosecutors allege he transported undocumented migrants across the US over 100 times since 2016.
His lawyers argue that the charges against him are exaggerated and unfounded.
A decision on whether he will be detained or released before his trial is yet to be made by the judge.
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Washington DC will host a military parade on Saturday to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the US Army, happening on the same day as President Donald Trump's 79th birthday. The parade will involve about 6,600 soldiers, 150 vehicles, and 50 aircraft, and could cost up to $45 million. The last military parade in Washington DC was in 1991.
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The military parade in Washington DC marks the 250th anniversary of the US Army.
The parade is scheduled for the same day as President Trump's 79th birthday.
Approximately 6,600 soldiers, 150 vehicles, and 50 aircraft will be part of the event.
The estimated cost of the parade is up to $45 million.
Washington DC's last military parade was in 1991, celebrating the end of the Gulf War.
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Closing arguments are finished in the trial of five ice hockey players accused of sexual assault in Canada. The players, former members of the world junior hockey team, say the woman agreed to all activities, while she claims she only consented to sex with one player. The judge will decide the verdict on July 24.
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Five former Canadian junior hockey players are on trial for sexual assault.
The players include Michael McLeod, Dillon Dubé, Cal Foote, Alex Formenton, and Carter Hart, all of whom were part of the NHL.
The alleged incident happened in 2018 at a hotel in London, Ontario.
The woman involved, referred to as EM, was 20 years old at the time.
EM testified she agreed to sex with one player but not with others who joined afterward.
The Crown attorney argued EM felt pressured into further acts due to the situation.
Defense lawyers questioned EM's reliability, claiming she initiated and consented to the acts.
The trial began a month and a half ago, with a judge set to announce the decision on July 24.
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Four people escaped from the Delaney Hall immigration facility in Newark, New Jersey. Protests and unrest followed due to reports of poor conditions, including a lack of food, with protests occurring both inside and outside the center.
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Four people escaped from Delaney Hall Detention Facility in Newark, New Jersey.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is searching for the escapees, but their names have not been shared.
Protests have been happening at the facility due to reported poor conditions, like not providing enough food.
Some detainees reportedly started a disturbance over these conditions, leading to a lockdown.
Protests happened outside the facility, and lawyers have not been able to contact their clients inside.
Delaney Hall is owned by GEO Group, a private prison company with a large contract for running the center.
There have been tensions between local officials, like the Newark Mayor and a Congresswoman, and federal officers, leading to arrests.
President Trump's immigration measures have led to increased security and protesters' actions, affecting places like Los Angeles and this New Jersey facility.
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Donald Trump is dealing with a new challenge in foreign policy after Israel's military attacks on Iran. His response includes mixed messages, showing support for Israel while suggesting that the strikes might pressure Iran into negotiations.
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Israel conducted large-scale military attacks on Iran.
The U.S. was informed about the attacks in advance but did not help plan them.
Donald Trump posted on social media about the situation, expressing a tough stance against Iran.
Trump indicated that the attacks could lead Iran to reconsider negotiations with the U.S.
Israel's attack resulted in significant damage and casualties in Iran, including affecting a nuclear facility.
Iran is appealing to the United Nations after labeling the attacks as an "act of war."
Trump's statements to media outlets showed varied support for Israel's actions.
The situation poses a diplomatic challenge for Trump who had promised peace in the Middle East.
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A federal appeals court declined to reconsider former President Donald Trump's request to review a court decision that ordered him to pay $5 million to writer E Jean Carroll. This follows a jury's decision that found Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation against Carroll. Trump can now appeal to the US Supreme Court.
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A federal appeals court refused to rehear Trump's challenge to a $5 million verdict in a sexual abuse and defamation case against E Jean Carroll.
A New York jury in May 2023 found Trump liable for sexually assaulting Carroll in the 1990s and defaming her on social media.
Trump wanted the full US Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit to review his appeal, but the court declined.
Two judges appointed by Trump dissented, disagreeing with the court’s decision.
The court did not provide an explanation for its decision.
Carroll claimed the assault happened in a department store in the 1990s and later defamation in 2022.
Trump can still appeal the decision to the US Supreme Court.
Carroll's lawyer, Roberta Kaplan, stated her client was pleased with the decision, while Trump's legal team has been contacted for comment.
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Karen Read is facing her second trial for the alleged murder of her police officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe, in Massachusetts. Her first trial ended without a verdict, and she claims she is being wrongly accused by the police. The trial involves examining evidence like phone data and car damage, with both sides presenting different theories about how Mr. O'Keefe died.
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Karen Read is accused of murdering her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, in January 2022.
Her first trial ended without a decision because the jury couldn't agree.
John O'Keefe was found outside a colleague's house, unresponsive in the snow, and was later declared dead.
Karen Read argues she is innocent and claims the police are framing her.
The trial examines location data from Mr. O'Keefe's phone and damage to Ms. Read's car.
Jen McCabe, a witness, testified about seeing a car she thought was Ms. Read's but said they didn't enter the house.
The trial has sparked public interest, and a documentary series covers the case.
Karen Read faces charges like second-degree murder and vehicular manslaughter, with a possible life sentence if convicted.
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A federal judge stopped the Trump administration from deploying California's National Guard to Los Angeles, saying it was illegal. The judge's order grants temporary control of the troops back to California's governor, but the decision is on hold while the Trump administration appeals. This action followed protests and immigration enforcement efforts in Los Angeles.
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A federal judge ruled that deploying California's National Guard to Los Angeles without the governor's approval was illegal.
The judge ordered that control of the National Guard should return to California's Governor Gavin Newsom.
The judge's decision is on hold to allow time for the Trump administration to appeal.
Trump ordered the deployment to manage protests and protect immigration enforcement activities.
Local authorities in Los Angeles stated they did not need the National Guard.
Deploying the National Guard without a governor's consent is not common and last happened over 50 years ago.
The administration argued its actions were legal under a law for emergencies, but California disagreed, saying protests were not a "rebellion."
Trump had ordered 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to assist in Los Angeles.
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A military parade will occur in Washington DC on June 14 to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the US Army and coincides with former President Donald Trump's birthday. This will be the first military parade in the US since 1991, which marked the end of the Gulf War. Tanks and heavy equipment are already in the city for the event.
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The military parade is scheduled for June 14 in Washington DC.
The parade marks the 250th anniversary of the US Army.
June 14 is also former President Donald Trump's 79th birthday.
Tanks and other heavy equipment have been moved to the city for the parade.
The last US military parade was in 1991, celebrating Gulf War soldiers.
The BBC asked people in Washington DC their thoughts on the parade.
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In a recent congressional hearing, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth hinted that the US has plans for various unexpected events, including the possibility of taking Greenland and Panama by force, without confirming any specific intentions. Meanwhile, Los Angeles saw protests over immigration raids, and officials in Philadelphia reported a fire that damaged many city buses.
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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was asked during a congressional hearing if the US needs plans to take Greenland and Panama by force.
Hegseth did not provide a direct answer but implied the US has plans for many scenarios.
Protests occurred in Los Angeles against immigration raids, involving clashes with law enforcement.
In Philadelphia, as many as 40 old city buses were damaged in a fire.
Wildfires in Canada have led to the destruction of property, including a building with indigenous art.
A suspect in Boulder, Colorado, was charged with a federal hate crime for allegedly setting people on fire.
Canadian wildfires have prompted the evacuation of thousands and a state of emergency in Manitoba.
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During a press conference in Los Angeles, California Senator Alex Padilla was removed by security after interrupting Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The Department of Homeland Security stated he did not identify himself, leading agents to mistake him as a threat.
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California Senator Alex Padilla interrupted a press conference with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Security agents removed Padilla, forced him to the ground, and handcuffed him.
Noem was discussing immigration and protests in Los Angeles at the time.
Noem said she planned to speak with Padilla about the incident.
The Department of Homeland Security said on their social media that they viewed Padilla's actions as "disrespectful political theatre."
They explained that Padilla did not identify himself, which led secret service agents to believe he was an attacker.
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Robert F Kennedy Jr, the US Health Secretary, replaced all 17 members of the vaccine advisory committee with eight new members. Kennedy, known for his cautious views on vaccines, aims to build public trust by ensuring the new members focus on vaccine safety and effectiveness. Some experts have criticized the move for lacking transparency and potentially decreasing public confidence.
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Robert F Kennedy Jr appointed eight new members to the vaccine advisory committee after removing all previous members.
Kennedy's decision is part of efforts to rebuild public trust in vaccines.
He emphasized that the new members need to ensure vaccine safety and efficacy before making recommendations.
The new committee members, including Retsef Levi and Robert W Malone, have been associated with vaccine skepticism.
Kennedy mentioned that the changes were necessary to address conflicts of interest within the committee.
Critics argue that the process of appointing the new members was not transparent.
The advisory committee plays a role in recommending which vaccines should be given and when, impacting insurance coverage.
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A military parade will happen in Washington, DC, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the US Army and President Donald Trump's 79th birthday. The event will include 7,000 soldiers, military vehicles, and fireworks, with costs possibly reaching $45 million. At the same time, 'No Kings' protests against the Trump administration are planned in over 1,500 US cities.
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The military parade is scheduled for Saturday, June 14, starting around 18:00 local time.
It will happen near the National Mall in Washington, DC.
The event includes over 7,000 soldiers, tanks, military vehicles, marching bands, and a fireworks show.
The parade's estimated cost is between $25 million and $45 million.
No tickets are needed to attend, but registering online may offer better views.
'No Kings' protests are planned in more than 1,500 cities nationwide, organized by the 50501 Movement.
The protests are a response to perceived government corruption and other policies.
The last major US military parade was in 1991 to celebrate the end of the Gulf War.
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An Air India crash involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner occurred in Ahmedabad, but there is currently no indication of a fault by Boeing. The crash happened despite the aircraft having a good safety record. Boeing is working with Air India to find out more about what happened, and their shares dropped by 5% after the crash. The company has faced significant financial struggles in recent years and continues to address safety and legal challenges.
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A Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed in Ahmedabad, India with unclear details on the cause.
The 787 Dreamliner is a model with a strong safety record.
Boeing shares fell by 5% following the crash news.
Boeing has experienced financial challenges, losing a significant amount last year.
The company faced a workers' strike and quality control issues.
Boeing reached financial settlements related to the 737 Max crashes.
The company has been involved in legal cases concerning past crashes.
Boeing's safety practices have been questioned, though improvements are noted.
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Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted for the 25th time on December 23, 2024, with lava reaching over 1,000 feet high. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) highlighted the danger from volcanic gases spreading downwind during the 8-hour eruption.
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Kilauea is one of the world's most active volcanoes.
The recent eruption occurred on December 23, 2024.
This was the 25th eruption since 2024 began.
Lava fountains from the eruption reached more than 1,000 feet in height.
The eruption lasted approximately 8 hours.
High levels of volcanic gas are a primary concern from the eruption.
The USGS warns that these gases can affect areas downwind from the volcano.
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Aaron Rodgers has joined the Pittsburgh Steelers for the upcoming NFL season after leaving the New York Jets. At 41, Rodgers signed a one-year deal worth $13.65 million and will focus on sharing his experience and playing for his love of the game.
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Aaron Rodgers left the New York Jets and joined the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Rodgers considered retirement but decided to keep playing due to his love for football.
He signed a one-year contract with the Steelers worth $13.65 million.
The Steelers had struggled to find a stable quarterback since Ben Roethlisberger's retirement.
Rodgers did not prioritize winning another Super Bowl, focusing instead on enjoying the game.
The Steelers hope Rodgers' experience will benefit the team, particularly under coach Mike Tomlin.
At 41, Rodgers is the oldest active player in the NFL.
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The Aukus deal is a security partnership between Australia, the UK, and the US. It involves Australia buying up to five submarines from the US and working together on advanced military technology. The deal aims to enhance Australia's military capabilities and address security concerns in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Australia plans to buy up to five Virginia-class submarines from the US.
The Aukus deal is valued at $239 billion over 30 years.
The deal includes two parts: selling submarines and sharing military technology.
The submarines will gradually replace Australia's older Collins-class ones.
The deal's purpose is to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific.
The agreement was announced in September 2021.
Australia will be the second country to get US nuclear propulsion technology.
UK and US submarines will be stationed in Australia starting 2027.
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Immigration agents conducted raids at a Los Angeles car wash, arresting several workers, including Jesús Cruz, who had been working there for over a decade. The operation is part of the U.S. government's increased efforts to arrest and deport undocumented immigrants, targeting workplaces in addition to known criminals.
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a raid at Westchester Hand Wash in Los Angeles.
Several workers, including Jesús Cruz, were arrested during the raid.
Jesús Cruz has lived in the U.S. for over 30 years and worked at the car wash for more than 10 years.
The raids are part of a larger strategy to increase deportations of undocumented immigrants.
The U.S. government is focusing on workplace raids, not just targeting known criminals.
ICE operations aim to increase arrests from 660 to 3,000 daily in the U.S.
Jesús Cruz's wife, Noemi Ciau, learned about the raid through social media and was unable to contact her husband.
ICE did not inquire about the legal status of the workers before arresting them, according to the car wash owner.
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