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Disorder occurred in Belfast after a knife attack involving a Sudanese man who arrived in the UK as a refugee in 2023. Jonathan Hall, the UK government’s independent reviewer of terrorism laws, said migration should be discussed in terms of national security, especially considering recent migrants and concerns about state threats.
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A Sudanese man aged 30 was charged with attempted murder following a knife attack in Belfast.
The attacker entered the UK in 2023 and was granted refugee status.
Jonathan Hall KC, a terrorism legislation reviewer, highlighted links between migration and national security.
Hall said the Belfast attack was not believed to be a national security incident but caused serious social disruption.
Hall mentioned US President Donald Trump’s 2023 National Security Strategy criticizing Europe’s migration policies, which no European leaders have accepted.
The UK government’s cohesion strategy links social unity to national security and aims to manage migration carefully.
The European Union introduced a new Pact on Migration and Asylum this week to change asylum procedures amid mixed criticism.
Research shows foreign nationals in England and Wales commit crimes at a similar rate to their population size, though rates vary by nationality.
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Heavy rainfall and landslides caused by climate change killed about 7% of the world’s rarest great ape species, the Tapanuli orangutan, in North Sumatra, Indonesia. The disaster destroyed a large part of their habitat, raising serious concerns about their survival.
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Around 58 out of 800 Tapanuli orangutans died after 39 inches of rain fell over four days in November 2025.
This death toll represents 11% of the local population and 7% of the total species population.
Landslides wiped out 8,300 hectares (about 20,510 acres) of the orangutans’ forest home in the Batang Toru ecosystem.
Scientists say climate change caused by fossil fuel burning increased rainfall by up to 50%.
The Batang Toru ecosystem is already threatened by mining, palm oil farming, and a large hydropower project.
Researchers call for stopping harmful land use and expanding protected areas to save the orangutans.
The Indonesian government has paused major industrial work in the area to help protect the species.
Losing just 1% of the orangutan population yearly could lead to their extinction, according to earlier studies.
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President Donald Trump said the U.S. would strike Iran again after making attacks on Tuesday. The strikes came after Iran shot at a U.S. helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, and the president expressed frustration with Iran during ongoing talks.
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President Trump said the U.S. would hit Iran "hard" again, following strikes on Tuesday evening.
The Tuesday strikes targeted Iranian radar and air defense systems without causing casualties.
The U.S. helicopter was shot at near the Strait of Hormuz, but both crew members survived.
Trump said Iran had been delaying negotiations and playing the U.S. for "suckers."
Qatari mediators are in Tehran trying to restart talks between the U.S. and Iran.
The president did not rule out an agreement despite his frustration with the delay.
The U.S. sees the helicopter attack as justification for the strikes against Iran.
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Vietnam plans to buy BrahMos cruise missiles from India, aiming to strengthen its defense against China's growing military presence, especially in disputed areas like the South China Sea. India is also close to finalizing a similar missile deal with Indonesia as part of its effort to increase defense ties in Southeast Asia.
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Vietnam will become the second foreign buyer of India's BrahMos cruise missile.
The BrahMos missile is supersonic, flying nearly three times the speed of sound, making it hard to intercept.
Vietnam will get a shore-based version to protect its coastline from hostile naval vessels.
China is Vietnam's biggest trading partner, but Vietnam remains concerned about China's military growth and territorial claims.
India is expanding defense partnerships in Southeast Asia through its "Act East" strategy.
The Philippines is the first foreign country to get the BrahMos missile, as part of its military upgrade due to South China Sea disputes.
Vietnam balances economic ties with China while seeking security partnerships with the U.S., India, Japan, and Australia.
Experts say the BrahMos missile will help Vietnam's defense but will not dramatically change the overall power balance in the region.
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David Harbour spoke for the first time about his ex-wife Lily Allen’s album West End Girl, which is about a troubled marriage. He said he respects her use of personal experience to create art but that the story in the album was not his experience. Allen said the album mixes both truth and fiction, inspired by their relationship.
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David Harbour and Lily Allen married in 2020 and separated in early 2025.
They filed for divorce a few months after splitting up.
Lily Allen’s album West End Girl discusses the end of a marriage with themes like cheating and emotional struggles.
Harbour said he respects Allen’s artistic expression but disagrees that the album reflects his reality.
Allen said the album is partly true and partly fictional, inspired by their marriage.
Harbour denied any ongoing conflict with his Stranger Things co-star Millie Bobby Brown after reports of a bullying claim.
Harbour will appear in the upcoming sequel Violent Night 2.
Allen is considering making a play based on her album’s songs and is currently talking to people about it.
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El Salvador is under a large state of emergency that has led to many young women being arrested due to their connections to gangs like MS-13 and Barrio 18. Inside a prison, some of these women from rival gangs live together and find ways to support each other as they imagine a future outside prison.
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El Salvador has declared a broad state of emergency to fight gang violence.
Many young women linked to gangs MS-13 and Barrio 18 have been arrested in mass operations.
Prisoners Andrea, Mayte, and Gamez come from rival gangs but share the same cell.
Prison routines and activities, led by the prison director Dolores, help the women adapt to life behind bars.
The women use music, such as rap, to express their past experiences and hopes.
They are unsure when they will be able to leave prison and see their families again.
The film "The Light Within | Ep 5 – El Salvador" by Fatima Lianes tells this story.
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A US diplomat was found dead in Yangon, Myanmar's largest city, about two weeks ago. Myanmar police have detained a Thai woman in connection with the case, which is being treated as a possible murder. The US State Department has not shared details due to privacy concerns.
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The US diplomat served at the US Embassy in Yangon, Myanmar.
The diplomat was found dead at a hotel popular with diplomats and business visitors, about 1.5 km from the embassy.
Myanmar police have not publicly commented on the investigation but are treating the death as a possible murder.
A Thai woman is in custody and has received consular assistance from Thailand’s Foreign Ministry.
Myanmar is experiencing a civil war that started over five years ago after a military coup ousted the elected government.
The military controls about 21% of Myanmar, facing resistance from ethnic and pro-democracy groups.
Over 96,000 people have died and 3.6 million have been displaced due to the conflict, according to international monitors and the UN.
Former leader Aung San Suu Kyi remains under house arrest with 13 years of detention left, following a recent pardon of many prisoners by Myanmar’s military leader.
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A mother from the Netherlands shared 11 traditional rules she followed after having her second child to help with postpartum recovery. These rules focus on rest, eating warm foods, avoiding going outside, and getting support from family, which she says are common in many traditional cultures.
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Chantal Wijbrandi, 38, from the Netherlands, followed 11 traditional postpartum practices after her second baby.
Her rules included staying mostly in bed for two weeks and not leaving the house for 40 days.
She ate only warm, cooked foods during recovery.
She received regular massages and support from family and friends.
Other practices were belly binding, herbal sitz baths, and focusing on rest, nourishment, and community support.
She researched postpartum traditions worldwide after a difficult first birth experience.
Traditional cultures often focus on caring for the mother after birth, unlike modern Western culture which centers on the baby.
Wijbrandi emphasizes the importance of asking for and accepting support from others during postpartum recovery.
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Health experts warn that the 2026 FIFA World Cup could raise the risk of disease outbreaks because of weak national health systems and poor planning. A medical expert explains how fans can protect themselves during large events like the World Cup.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will bring large crowds together.
Health officials are worried about possible disease outbreaks during the event.
There is a lack of strong federal public health planning to manage these risks.
Experts advise fans on how to stay safe from illnesses during big gatherings.
The concerns focus on preventing the spread of infectious diseases.
Dr. Céline Gounder, a medical expert, provides guidance on health protection.
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Eight jets from the French air force flew over the Statue of Liberty in New York. This event celebrated France’s historical support for the United States during its War of Independence and marked the upcoming 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.
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The French air force acrobatic team performed a flyover of the Statue of Liberty.
The Statue of Liberty was a gift from France to the US in 1886.
The flyover took place on Tuesday, June 10, 2026.
This event highlighted France’s support for the US during the American War of Independence.
It was held just before the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.
Eight French jets participated in the flyover display.
The event took place in New York City, home of the Statue of Liberty.
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Pope Leo visited Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia to lead a Mass and bless the newest spire of the church. This new spire makes the building the tallest church in the world at 172.5 meters.
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Pope Leo held a special Mass inside the Sagrada Familia church in Barcelona.
He blessed the newly completed spire called the Tower of Jesus Christ.
The spire is 172.5 meters tall and topped with a large ceramic cross.
This addition makes the Sagrada Familia the tallest church in the world.
The church was designed by architect Antoni Gaudi.
The ceramic cross on the spire can be seen from many parts of Barcelona.
The event took place on June 10, 2026.
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Several Western countries have imposed sanctions on Israeli settlers and far-right ministers involved in violence against Palestinians. However, human rights groups and Palestinian leaders say these measures do not hold the Israeli government responsible for its role in expanding settlements on occupied Palestinian land.
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The UK, Australia, Canada, France, New Zealand, and Norway coordinated sanctions against individuals and groups linked to settler violence on June 9, 2026.
France banned Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, settler group leaders, and settlers from entering the country.
Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir have faced previous sanctions for their support of settler violence.
Critics say the sanctions target only a few people and do not address the broader role of the Israeli government in settlement expansion.
The population of Israeli settlers in the West Bank and East Jerusalem has grown from about 250,000 in the early 1990s to over 700,000 now.
The International Court of Justice advised in 2024 that states should not recognize or assist Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories, but the EU has not fully enforced trade bans with settlements.
Goods produced in settlements, like dates and cosmetics, continue to enter European markets despite EU guidelines.
Human rights advocates warn that focusing on individual settlers distracts from holding Israeli government leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accountable for the policies behind settlement growth.
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Toby Carvery, a UK restaurant chain, agreed to pay to restore an orchard after cutting down part of a 500-year-old oak tree without permission. The tree was located near their car park in a London park, and the company settled after legal disputes with the local council.
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Toby Carvery cut down part of a 500-year-old oak tree in Whitewebbs Park, Enfield, north London, without permission in April last year.
The tree damage caused public outrage and led to council eviction proceedings against Toby Carvery.
The restaurant chain’s owner, Mitchells & Butler Retail (M&B), agreed to pay for replanting an orchard and legal costs to settle the dispute.
The remaining oak tree is unlikely to survive due to the damage inflicted.
M&B said the tree was cut for safety reasons, but some tree experts disagreed.
Enfield council acknowledged M&B acted on professional advice regarding safety concerns.
The settlement includes planting 1,000 trees and restoring a community orchard in the park.
Local campaigners continue to oppose development plans in the park linked to Tottenham Hotspur football club.
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The children’s TV show "Wishbone," featuring a dog imagining stories from classic books, aired over 30 years ago on PBS. Although it ended after two seasons due to costs, it remained popular, and a new documentary called "What's the Story, Wishbone?" celebrates the show's history and includes voice actor Larry Brantley.
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"Wishbone" starred a Jack Russell Terrier named Soccer as Wishbone.
The show mixed real-life kid stories with Wishbone imagining classic literature tales.
It ran for two seasons and one finale movie, covering books like "The Phantom of the Opera" and "The Count of Monte Cristo."
The show was canceled due to high production costs and low merchandise sales.
Despite cancellation, it stayed popular on PBS and inspired new readers.
The documentary "What's the Story, Wishbone?" involves original creators and voice actor Larry Brantley.
Larry Brantley’s first big role was voicing Wishbone; he later worked on other animated shows.
The documentary is available digitally from June 10.
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French prosecutors have asked to charge singer Patrick Bruel with sexual abuse, including rape, and want him held in pre-trial detention. Bruel, a famous French pop star and actor aged 67, denies the accusations.
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Prosecutors want Patrick Bruel charged over nine allegations of sexual abuse.
The accusations include rape and sexual assault.
Bruel is 67 years old and well-known in French music and film.
He denies all wrongdoing.
This case follows other high-profile investigations linked to the #MeToo movement in France.
Last year, actor Gerard Depardieu received a suspended prison sentence for sexual assault.
The case is under investigation near Paris.
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President Donald Trump said Iran has delayed too long in negotiating a deal and will now face consequences. This statement came after the United States and Iran exchanged military strikes in the region while talks were still ongoing.
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President Trump criticized Iran for taking too long to reach a negotiation deal.
He said Iran is "all talk and no action."
Trump warned that Iran will "have to pay the price" for the delay.
The U.S. and Iran recently exchanged military strikes in the region.
Despite the strikes, both sides have been reported to continue efforts to negotiate.
The statement was made via a social media post on June 10, 2026.
The situation reflects ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
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Scientists found a deep whale graveyard in the southeastern Indian Ocean that is home to many sea creatures like jellyfish and tubeworms. This site is very old—over 5 million years—and lies about 7 kilometers deep, making it the deepest and largest whale graveyard known.
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The whale graveyard is located up to 23,000 feet (7 kilometers) below the ocean surface in the Diamantina Fracture Zone.
Whale bones from this site date back 5.3 million years.
Multiple deep-sea submersible trips in 2023 helped discover and map five whale carcass sites.
These whale bones create habitats for many marine animals, including jellyfish, tubeworms, brittle stars, sea cucumbers, squat lobsters, and saltwater clams.
Many species living on the bones are likely new to science and not documented before.
The bones have been preserved by their density, depth, and a mineral coating, protecting them from degradation.
Scientists think whales may have died naturally or from illness and that the ocean floor shape may have collected the bones in this spot.
Studying this graveyard helps researchers learn how life survives in extreme ocean conditions like high pressure, little light, and low oxygen.
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The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade and chattel slavery as severe crimes and called for reparations. Argentina, led by President Javier Milei, voted against the resolution, reflecting a long history of racial exclusion and denial within the country.
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The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution condemning slavery as a grave crime and urging reparations.
123 countries supported the resolution; most former European colonial powers abstained.
Only three countries voted against it: the United States, Israel, and Argentina.
Argentina's opposition links to its longstanding state policy promoting European immigration and racial hierarchies.
Argentina's 1853 Constitution encouraged European immigration to shape the nation's identity.
The country has historically denied the presence and contributions of Indigenous peoples and Afro-Argentines.
Afro-Argentines once made up about one-third of the population in the early 19th century but were marginalized and erased from national narratives.
Argentina’s current libertarian government has closed institutions fighting discrimination, reducing support for Afro-Argentine recognition and reparations.
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Chinese scientists have discovered the largest, deepest, and oldest whale graveyard in the Indian Ocean, containing about 500 skeletons some over 5 million years old. The site supports many marine species, including some new to science, living off the whale carcasses on the ocean floor.
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The whale graveyard is located up to 7,000 meters deep in the Indian Ocean, west of Australia.
Around 500 whale skeletons were found along a 1,200 kilometer area called the Diamantina Zone.
Some fossils date back 5.3 million years, making this the oldest known whale graveyard on Earth.
The whale carcasses provide food and habitat for a wide variety of sea animals like sea stars, sponges, jellyfish, and worms.
Researchers discovered a new extinct species of whale among the skeletons.
Scientists used the Fendouzhe submersible, which made 32 dives in 2023 to collect fossils with robotic arms.
The whale bones help support deep-sea ecosystems similar to hydrothermal vents by supplying nutrients and carbon.
The team believes other similar whale graveyards might exist in parts of the Indian Ocean and beyond.
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Musician G Flip became well-known in Australia and gained international attention after their song "Bed of Fire" was featured in the TV series "Off Campus." They spoke about how this exposure has affected their music career, the support from their family, and shared advice for young artists.
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G Flip is a musician who first became popular in Australia.
Their song "Bed of Fire" was used in the show "Off Campus."
The song’s use helped G Flip gain fans worldwide.
G Flip expressed gratitude for the song’s success in the show.
They talked about how their family supports their music career.
G Flip offered advice to young artists starting out.
The interview was featured on CBS News.
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