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The Australian Federal Police (AFP) have started looking into claims by Australian members of the Global Sumud flotilla about abuse and sexual assault by Israeli officials during their detention. Meanwhile, Victoria’s government plans to introduce a law granting workers the right to work from home two days a week.
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AFP met with the Global Sumud flotilla members at Parliament House and began inquiries into their allegations.
No formal crime report has yet been filed to trigger a full investigation.
The flotilla members accused Israeli authorities of abuse, torture, and sexual assault while detained.
Australian Minister Penny Wong condemned the alleged actions and demanded an independent investigation from Israel.
Israel denies all abuse allegations and states detainees are held according to the law.
Victoria will introduce legislation to guarantee the right to work from home two days a week for part-time and regular casual workers.
This law will be part of the Equal Opportunity Act and is expected to start on September 1, with some smaller workplaces given extra time until July 2027.
The law includes dispute resolution options through Victorian human rights agencies and tribunals.
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The movie "Summer of Three," which tells the story of a Puerto Rican teenager reconnecting with his roots, won two awards at the 2026 Tribeca Film Festival for its screenplay and acting. Marcel Ruiz, who co-wrote the screenplay and starred in the film, is a young actor and writer from a family of filmmakers.
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"Summer of Three" won awards for screenplay and acting at the 2026 Tribeca Film Festival in the US narrative category.
Marcel Ruiz co-wrote the screenplay and starred as the lead character.
The story follows a teenager who returns to Puerto Rico after his grandfather's death and finds a new sense of belonging.
Marcel Ruiz grew up in Hollywood, is a Columbia University graduate, and is 22 years old.
The film was made in collaboration with Marcel’s father, director Carlitos Ruiz Ruiz.
Marcel is known for his role in the reboot of "One Day at a Time."
The project is personal to the Ruiz family, who have roots in Puerto Rico.
An interview with Marcel Ruiz covers his career and the making of "Summer of Three."
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A B-52 military jet crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday. Emergency teams are currently responding to the incident.
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The crash involved a B-52 military jet.
The accident occurred at Edwards Air Force Base, California.
The crash happened shortly after the plane took off.
Emergency response crews are on the scene.
No further details on casualties or causes have been provided yet.
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President Donald Trump announced that a preliminary deal to end the conflict with Iran has been signed and that more details will be shared soon. The deal includes a ceasefire lasting 60 days, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and talks on Iran’s nuclear program.
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President Trump said the deal with Iran is already signed and details will be released soon.
The agreement was signed electronically by President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
The Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route, is set to reopen on the day the deal is formally signed in Geneva.
The ceasefire will last 60 days while final agreement terms are negotiated.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the deal ends military actions on all fronts, including Lebanon.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated Israeli forces will remain in security zones and retain the right to defend themselves.
Iran's deputy foreign minister confirmed the end of military operations but expressed ongoing mistrust toward the US.
The deal’s further sanctions relief and asset releases depend on Iran fulfilling its commitments.
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Abdullah Ibrahim, a famous South African jazz musician, died in Germany at age 91 after a short illness. He was known for mixing jazz with South African music and played at Nelson Mandela’s 1994 presidential inauguration.
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Abdullah Ibrahim was born in Cape Town, South Africa.
He performed for over 70 years as a pianist, composer, and bandleader.
Ibrahim previously used the stage name Dollar Brand.
He played at Nelson Mandela’s presidential inauguration in 1994.
His last public performance in South Africa was in March at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival.
Ibrahim died peacefully in Germany, where he lived.
He received honors including an Honorary Doctorate from Wits University and the Order of Ikhamanga.
South African leaders praised his music and his role in the anti-apartheid movement.
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President Donald Trump arrived at the G7 summit in France highlighting a preliminary deal to end the war with Iran. He also said he wants to work toward peace in Ukraine and Lebanon while meeting with other world leaders.
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President Trump announced a preliminary ceasefire deal with Iran at the G7 summit.
The deal aims to end hostilities involving the United States and Iran.
Trump said the Iran deal is helping lower oil prices and boost stock markets.
He plans to focus next on peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, and also in Lebanon.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy offered to meet Russia’s Putin at the G7, but Putin did not respond.
Some G7 leaders are cautious about Trump’s recent geopolitical actions and trade threats.
France, Britain, and Germany offered help to secure the Strait of Hormuz, important for oil shipping.
The summit will also address global economic issues, artificial intelligence, and China’s role in rare earth mineral supply.
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President Donald Trump and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will pause fighting for 60 days and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for oil shipments. The formal signing will take place in Geneva, Switzerland, and the deal includes clearing sea mines to ensure safe passage for ships.
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President Trump and Vice President JD Vance digitally signed the MOU with Iran.
The agreement pauses all fighting between the U.S. and Iran for 60 days.
It will reopen the Strait of Hormuz to all ship traffic, a vital trade route.
Sea mines in the strait need to be cleared before full reopening.
Iran will ensure the safety and security of ships passing through, working with Oman (Muscat) and other parties.
The U.S. blockade of Iranian naval ports will lift after the deal is formally completed.
The strait will be toll-free for 60 days, with hopes it becomes a permanent rule.
The deal includes provisions for a ceasefire in Lebanon, but Israel does not plan to withdraw forces from southern Lebanon.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will stay in parts of Lebanon and Syria that it occupies, despite a new ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran. Netanyahu emphasized that Israel will keep its military presence in these areas to protect itself and continue targeting what it calls Iranian threats.
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Israel occupies about 570 square kilometers of land in southern Lebanon beyond the Litani River.
Israel has been in conflict with Hezbollah, an armed group in Lebanon backed by Iran, since October 2023.
The United States and Iran announced a ceasefire agreement, with a deal expected to be signed soon.
Lebanon is included in the ceasefire deal, which aims to stop all military actions on all fronts.
Despite the agreement, Netanyahu confirmed Israel will remain in the Lebanon “security buffer zone” as long as needed.
Israel’s Defense Minister also stated Israel will not withdraw from territories in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza.
Israel launched a strike against Beirut’s suburbs shortly before the deal was signed, killing three people.
President Donald Trump is concerned that Israeli actions could disrupt the ceasefire progress.
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Israeli leaders Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich have responded to a new agreement between the United States and Iran. The deal is expected to stop fighting in several areas, including Lebanon.
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The United States and Iran have reached an agreement.
This agreement aims to end fighting on multiple fronts.
Fighting in Lebanon is one of the conflicts expected to stop.
Israeli political leaders are discussing the deal.
Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich are among the Israeli leaders commenting on the agreement.
The article focuses on reactions to the US-Iran peace deal.
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Chris Evans has confirmed that he will return as Steve Rogers (Captain America) in the upcoming movie "Avengers: Secret Wars," set to release a year after "Avengers: Doomsday" on December 18. He mentioned starting work on this new film soon but did not reveal how big his role will be.
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Chris Evans reprises his role as Steve Rogers in "Avengers: Secret Wars."
"Avengers: Secret Wars" will be released exactly one year after "Avengers: Doomsday."
The "Doomsday" movie trailer revealed Robert Downey Jr. will return as Doctor Doom.
Fans have speculated about the fate of Captain America after the "Doomsday" trailer.
Evans said he will start filming "Secret Wars" in a couple of months but did not say how much screen time he will have.
Social media fans have mixed reactions about Evans returning to his role.
Other major Marvel projects like "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" are also in progress, with filming started in Spain.
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Eric Trump denied claims that he sent messages about whether UFC fights held at the White House were rigged. Screenshots suggesting this were shared online but later proved to be fake and generated by artificial intelligence (AI).
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Screenshots showed messages allegedly from Eric Trump asking UFC commentator Daniel Cormier about fight outcomes and possible rigging.
Eric Trump and a Trump Organization spokesperson said the messages were fake and created by AI.
Daniel Cormier, the UFC commentator, also said the screenshots were not real and suggested his account may have been hacked.
The controversy happened during a UFC event at the White House on President Trump’s 80th birthday.
The event included several notable guests, such as tech company leaders and members of the Trump family.
One UFC fighter at the event made a false statement about Michelle Obama, adding to the controversy.
The Trump Organization warned about the danger of AI-generated false information spreading quickly online.
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The UK government will ban social media use for children under 16 starting in spring 2027. It will also introduce tighter controls on livestreaming, communication with strangers, and implement age checks to protect children online.
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The ban covers social media platforms like Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X.
Children under 16 will be prohibited from using these social media sites.
Restrictions on livestreaming and stranger contact will also apply to 16- and 17-year-olds by default.
Messaging services like WhatsApp and Signal are not included in the ban.
The government will consider overnight curfews and breaks on infinite scrolling for under-18s, with more details expected in July.
Platforms must verify users’ ages, with the UK regulator Ofcom setting standards for age checks, possibly including facial recognition.
The rules are based on Australia’s model, where platforms face fines for failing to block underage users.
Social media companies and privacy groups have expressed concerns about the ban and age-verification impacts on privacy and access.
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Iran and the United States have reached a preliminary agreement intended to end their conflict. This agreement, helped by Pakistan, includes lifting Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, followed by talks on Iran’s nuclear program and sanctions.
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Iran and the U.S. have a tentative deal to end their war.
Pakistan mainly helped to negotiate this agreement.
The deal calls for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz, which it had closed.
The U.S. will lift its blockade of Iranian ports at the same time.
After these actions, both countries will start 60 days of talks.
The talks will focus on Iran’s nuclear program and lifting sanctions.
The exact details of the agreement are being kept secret.
Pakistani officials shared this information anonymously.
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President Donald Trump spoke about the Iran deal during the G7 summit, saying he believes positive changes will happen in the Middle East. He also noted that oil prices are falling and the stock market is rising following the agreement.
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President Trump discussed the Iran deal during the G7 summit in France.
He appeared with French President Emmanuel Macron while speaking.
Trump said he expects many good things to happen in the Middle East soon.
He mentioned that oil prices are dropping.
Trump noted that the stock market is rising sharply on the same day.
The comments were made in a hoarse voice.
The Iran deal was described by Trump as an agreement reached between the U.S. and Iran.
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The United States and Iran signed the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to stop fighting for 60 days and work toward a final peace deal. This agreement reopened the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil, which Iran had previously threatened to close during recent conflicts.
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The Islamabad MoU was announced on June 14, 2026, President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.
The deal marks a pause in fighting between the US and Iran after a three-month war.
It includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which carries 20% of the world’s oil and natural gas.
Iran had discovered it could disrupt the global economy by blocking this waterway.
The deal is described as a 60-day ceasefire period to negotiate a long-term peace agreement.
Details of the agreement are planned to be released after Friday following the announcement.
US Vice President JD Vance said the goal is to keep the strait open without tolls for the long term.
Israeli strikes in Beirut earlier on the same day complicated the start of negotiations.
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A Russian Tu-22M3 bomber crashed during a training flight in the Irkutsk region of Siberia. All four crew members ejected safely and survived the incident.
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The bomber involved was a Tu-22M3, a supersonic strategic aircraft.
The crash occurred in the Irkutsk area of Siberia.
The flight was part of a training exercise.
All four crew members successfully ejected before the crash.
The Tu-22M3 bomber has been used by Russia in combat missions in Syria and Ukraine.
The aircraft is from the Soviet era, meaning it was originally developed during the Soviet Union period.
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Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley adopted a baby named Preston Davey, who was later found to have been abused and murdered by Varley at 13 months old. Varley was a teacher, and the court heard that Preston suffered physical and sexual abuse before his death, raising concerns about adoption processes.
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Preston Davey was adopted by Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley at nine months old.
Preston had been in foster care from five days old and was described as a happy baby by his foster carers.
Varley was accused of abusing and murdering Preston, who died after being taken to the hospital in July 2023.
A postmortem found 40 injuries on Preston consistent with sexual abuse and physical trauma.
Varley worked as a teacher and had hoped to have children but had no prior children.
McGowan-Fazakerley was a sales manager with no experience caring for babies.
The abuse and death triggered scrutiny of local adoption approval processes.
The trial lasted eight weeks and included distressing evidence about the couple’s treatment of the baby.
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A Dutch court sentenced a Syrian man, Rafik A, to 26 years in prison for torturing and raping prisoners while working as an interrogator for the Syrian regime. This case is part of several prosecutions in Europe for crimes against humanity committed during the Syrian civil war.
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Rafik A was sentenced for crimes including torture and sexual abuse of at least eight victims in 2013 and 2014.
The court used universal jurisdiction, which allows prosecution for international crimes committed abroad.
Rafik A was arrested in the Netherlands in 2023 after seeking asylum there.
This was the first trial in the Netherlands to prosecute sexual violence as a crime against humanity.
Other charges against Rafik A were dropped due to lack of evidence.
Similar cases in Europe include a German court sentencing a Syrian doctor to life for crimes against humanity.
A French court sentenced Majdi Nema to 10 years for war crimes during Syria’s civil war.
These trials highlight human rights abuses committed during Bashar al-Assad’s rule and the Syrian conflict.
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The United States and Iran have reached a new agreement aimed at reducing conflict, but key questions about how it will affect Lebanon remain unanswered. Experts say the deal’s long-term success depends on how issues involving Lebanon and a nuclear framework are managed by the U.S.
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The U.S. and Iran recently made a deal intended to ease tensions between the two countries.
There are still many unresolved questions about how this deal will impact Lebanon.
An expert from King’s College London and former U.S. advisor spoke about the challenge of implementing the deal in relation to Lebanon.
The expert highlighted that the deal’s success depends on translating it into a workable nuclear agreement by the U.S. side.
Iran gained permission to charge fees for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz as part of the new framework.
There is ongoing mistrust between Iran and the U.S. despite the agreement.
The deal caused a strong reaction in Israel, with leaders criticizing it.
Recent related events include Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon and concerns over maritime security in the region.
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President Donald Trump announced that a peace deal between the US and Iran is signed and that the strategic waterway, the Strait of Hormuz, will be fully open by Friday. However, leaders at the G7 summit are trying to address unresolved issues in the deal, including nuclear controls, sanctions, and regional conflicts involving Israel and Lebanon.
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President Trump says the US-Iran peace deal is signed and the Strait of Hormuz is partially open, to be fully open by Friday.
The deal involves lifting a US naval blockade on Iran in return for Iran opening the strait for shipping.
The formal signing ceremony will take place in Geneva with US Vice President JD Vance and Iranian negotiator Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf.
US officials will publish full details of the agreement within 1-2 days.
The US will only lift sanctions and unfreeze billions in Iranian assets if Iran meets its commitments.
There will be no immediate reduction of US forces near Iran; troops will stay during negotiations.
Israeli military actions in Lebanon and Iran’s claim to charge fees in the strait highlight ongoing tensions.
G7 leaders are concerned about maintaining the ceasefire and regional stability, especially involving Lebanon and Israel.
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