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Cuba has started giving out donated powdered milk from Mexico and Uruguay because the country is facing serious shortages. The government plans to prioritize children, pregnant women, and health centers for babies.
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Cuba is experiencing severe shortages of powdered milk.
Donated milk has arrived from Mexico and Uruguay.
The milk distribution has already started in Cuba.
Priority groups for the milk include young children and pregnant women.
Pediatric health facilities in Cuba will also receive the milk.
The shortages are linked to a worsening economic crisis in Cuba.
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Actress Jamie Lee Curtis announced the death of her sister Kelly Curtis at age 69. Jamie Lee Curtis shared a heartfelt tribute describing Kelly as her first friend and a talented actress.
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Kelly Curtis died at her home in nature, peacefully, at age 69.
Jamie Lee Curtis called Kelly her "first friend and lifelong confidant."
Kelly Curtis was an actress, known for roles connected to her family’s acting legacy.
Kelly enjoyed playing cards, turtles, music, thrifting, travel, Facebook, and Pokémon Go.
She was proud of her Danish and Hungarian Jewish heritage and was described as a devoted American patriot.
Jamie Lee Curtis shared photos and memories from before her wedding where Kelly was her maid of honor.
Kelly Curtis was the daughter of actors Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh.
Kelly is survived by her husband Scott Morfee and siblings Alexandra, Allegra, Ben, and remembered brother Nicholas.
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Colombia's presidential election will have a runoff on June 21 between Iván Cepeda, a left-wing senator, and Abelardo de la Espriella, a right-wing candidate who supports President Donald Trump’s style. Neither candidate won more than 50% of votes in the first round, with De la Espriella leading slightly.
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The runoff election is set for June 21 because no one won outright in the first round.
Abelardo de la Espriella is a right-wing candidate who admires President Trump and supports a tough military approach to crime.
Iván Cepeda is a left-wing senator allied with current President Gustavo Petro and supports peace talks with armed groups.
The campaign has seen violence, including attacks and the assassination of a previous presidential candidate.
Cepeda helped with peace talks that led to a disarmament agreement with FARC rebels in 2016.
Under President Petro, cocaine production increased and armed group violence has risen, despite attempts at peace negotiations.
De la Espriella promises stricter punishment, more military power, and plans for large prisons like those in El Salvador.
The runoff may affect Colombia's relations with the US and neighboring countries.
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A meteor traveling very fast exploded above the border between Massachusetts and New Hampshire on Saturday. The explosion made loud noises that shook houses from Boston to Rhode Island.
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The meteor was moving at 75,000 miles per hour.
It exploded in the sky above the Massachusetts-New Hampshire border.
The explosion caused sounds that people could hear and feel in several places.
Homes were rattled in cities as far as Boston and Rhode Island.
The event happened on a Saturday.
The meteor's speed and explosion created noticeable effects on the ground.
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Jamie Lee Curtis announced that her sister, actress Kelly Curtis, died at age 69 in her home. Kelly acted in movies like Trading Places and appeared on TV shows such as Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. No cause of death was shared.
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Kelly Curtis was the eldest child of Hollywood actors Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh.
She appeared as an infant in the 1958 film The Vikings, starring her parents.
Kelly acted in movies including Trading Places (1983), Magic Sticks (1987), and The Devil’s Daughter (1991).
She had TV roles in The Equaliser, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and The Sentinel.
Kelly directed a 2018 documentary about an Australian high school track team.
She also worked as her sister Jamie Lee’s assistant on several films.
Jamie Lee described Kelly as talented, beautiful, loving, and proud of her heritage.
Kelly died peacefully at home on a Saturday; no cause of death was given.
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Israel has increased its military actions in Lebanon. At the same time, the United States and Iran are continuing to hold talks, but trust between them is very low. These events are making the situation more complicated.
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Israel is expanding its military offensive in Lebanon.
The United States and Iran are engaged in ongoing talks.
Relations between Washington and Tehran are very strained.
The intensified conflict is adding complexity to diplomatic efforts.
The article was reported by CBS News and presented by Imtiaz Tyab.
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Bus drivers in Kherson, Ukraine, face constant danger from Russian drone attacks targeting public transport. Several drivers and passengers have been injured or killed as drones strike buses, and local authorities have taken measures to protect them, including anti-drone nets and safety gear.
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Kherson bus drivers have been attacked by Russian drones repeatedly since last year.
Three bus workers have died and eight have been injured so far this year.
About 27 buses in Kherson were bombed in 2026 alone.
Buses are frequently targeted, sometimes while full of passengers.
Anti-drone nets have been installed over busy streets to protect civilians.
Drivers receive helmets, bulletproof vests, and drone detectors called chuyka.
Some drones use fiber optic cables that avoid detection by current devices.
Kherson is under Ukrainian control but remains heavily attacked by Russian forces from across the Dnipro River.
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A coal mine explosion in Shanxi, China, killed 82 people and injured more than 120 others, marking the country's worst mining disaster in over 15 years. The blast occurred at a mine known for safety violations, unregistered workers, and secret tunnels, raising concerns about management failures and risky mining practices.
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The disaster happened at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province on May 22.
At least 82 miners died, and over 120 were injured in the explosion.
The mine was known to have safety problems, including secret tunnels and many unregistered workers.
Some workers did not carry required tracking devices, possibly due to illegal mining activities.
Initial investigations found serious illegal violations by the mine’s operator, Tongzhou Group.
The mine had been previously flagged for safety issues by Chinese authorities.
Experts say such explosions usually result from methane gas or coal dust igniting, often linked to human errors and poor safety management.
China has been trying to reduce dangerous coal mining but still depends heavily on coal for energy.
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A UK charity has found that simple heart checks can identify young women at risk of sudden cardiac death (SCD), even if they seem healthy. From nearly 40,000 women screened, 175 had undiagnosed heart problems, with 94 at high risk of their heart stopping suddenly.
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The charity CRY runs voluntary heart screening for people aged 14 to 35 in the UK.
Out of almost 40,000 young women screened, 175 had previously unknown heart issues.
94 women were found to be at high risk of sudden cardiac death.
Sudden cardiac death can happen without warning and affects around 12 young people under 35 weekly in the UK.
Simple tests like ECGs (heart rhythm recordings) can sometimes miss cases; in this study, 92 issues were overlooked.
Some heart problems leading to SCD are inherited and family members can get free NHS checks.
Kaitlin Lawrence, 24, collapsed during a netball game due to a heart rhythm problem and now has a defibrillator implanted.
The UK National Screening Committee is considering wider heart checks for people aged over 14.
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About 500 far-right activists and politicians gathered in Portugal for a summit focused on “remigration,” which means sending migrants back to their home countries. The event highlighted how the idea, once mostly used by extremists, is gaining attention partly due to President Donald Trump’s speeches and U.S. immigration policy changes.
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The summit took place in the coastal city of Figueira da Foz, Portugal.
"Remigration" refers to plans to remove migrants and send them to their countries of origin.
Attendees included far-right European parties like Germany's AfD and Spain's Vox, plus American activists.
Gregory Bovino, a former U.S. Border Patrol commander who worked during President Trump’s term, was present.
President Trump used the term "remigration" in a September 2024 social media post about immigration policy.
Trump also criticized European migration policies during a 2025 speech at the United Nations.
The U.S. State Department proposed creating an “Office of Remigration” to manage migrant returns.
The summit restricted media access but allowed invited influencers, signaling sensitivity about coverage.
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Abelardo de la Espriella and Senator Ivan Cepeda will compete in a runoff for Colombia’s presidency after neither won a majority in the first round. De la Espriella, a far-right businessman, led with 43 percent of votes, while Cepeda, a left-wing senator, had 40 percent.
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The first round election results showed de la Espriella with 43% and Cepeda with 40% of votes.
Neither candidate reached the 50% needed to win outright, leading to a runoff on June 21.
De la Espriella is a businessman with no previous elected office and focuses on crime and security issues.
Cepeda is an experienced politician, serving as a senator since 2014, and comes from a political family.
Cepeda’s father was a communist leader who was assassinated in 1994.
Cepeda had a legal battle with former President Alvaro Uribe, accusing him of links to paramilitary groups.
Uribe was initially found guilty of witness tampering but was later cleared on appeal due to procedural problems.
Polls before the election showed Cepeda leading, but the final vote favored de la Espriella.
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Egg freezing is a medical procedure where a woman's eggs are collected, frozen, and stored for future use. It is becoming more popular, but it does not guarantee pregnancy and can be very expensive.
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Egg freezing involves retrieving eggs from a woman’s ovaries and freezing them in liquid nitrogen.
The eggs can be thawed, fertilized, and implanted later when the woman is ready to have children.
The success rates decrease at each stage: some eggs don’t survive thawing, not all fertilize, and fewer embryos are healthy.
The average cost of one egg freezing cycle is about $12,000 to $13,000, and multiple cycles may be needed.
Many women do not have insurance coverage for egg freezing, making it costly.
Some employers are beginning to offer insurance coverage for egg freezing.
Women choose egg freezing for various reasons, such as delaying pregnancy for education or career.
Doctors advise women to understand that egg freezing does not guarantee a future pregnancy.
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Germany is increasing its military forces after Russia's invasion of Ukraine changed how safe people feel in Europe. The German government is spending more on defense and training soldiers again, moving away from its past focus on peace.
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The U.S. has had troops in Germany since World War II, but plans are now to withdraw 5,000 of them.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine started in 2022 and has made European countries, especially Germany, boost their armies.
Germany spent very little on defense for years due to its history but is now increasing military strength quickly.
The German military has seen a 23% increase in new recruits compared to last year.
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius says the war in Ukraine proves Germany must prepare to defend itself and deter attacks.
Germany aims to have a fully ready military by 2029 to face possible future threats from Russia.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who took office in 2025, supports maintaining Defense Minister Pistorius in charge.
Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to restore Russia’s power and compete with the U.S. and China globally, according to Pistorius.
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Egg freezing has become more popular as many women choose to delay having children. The procedure is expensive and does not always guarantee success, but it has helped some women have babies later in life.
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More women are choosing to freeze their eggs to delay pregnancy.
Egg freezing is a medical process that preserves eggs for future use.
The procedure can be very costly for many women.
Freezing eggs does not ensure a successful pregnancy later.
Some women have had positive results and healthy babies after using frozen eggs.
The demand for egg freezing has increased significantly in recent years.
There are ongoing concerns about the effectiveness and affordability of egg freezing.
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Germany is upgrading and increasing its military forces after many years of focusing on peace and reducing defense spending. This change is happening because of the war in Ukraine and pressure from the United States for Europe to take more responsibility for defense.
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Germany is increasing its military strength and modernizing its forces.
This shift follows years of relying on the "peace dividend," meaning lower defense budgets after the Cold War.
The war in Ukraine has influenced Germany’s decision to rearm.
The United States has urged European countries to take more responsibility for their own defense.
Germany’s military modernization includes updating equipment and expanding capabilities.
This marks a significant policy change for Germany’s defense strategy.
The move reflects growing concerns about security in Europe.
Germany aims to better contribute to regional and international security efforts.
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Paul McCartney released a new solo album called "The Boys of Dungeon Lane." In interviews, he spoke about missing his Beatles bandmates John Lennon and George Harrison and reflected on aging and loss.
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Paul McCartney’s new album is inspired by his childhood and early days with the Beatles.
The album features a duet with Beatles drummer Ringo Starr on the song “Home to Us.”
McCartney expressed that losing close friends like Lennon and Harrison is part of life.
He recalled advice from Beatles producer George Martin about losing friends as one ages.
McCartney said his feelings of sadness are shared by many who miss Lennon and Harrison.
The album highlights the ongoing connection between McCartney and his former bandmates.
McCartney described John Lennon as one of the best writers of the century.
The song with Ringo Starr reflects the special chemistry among Beatles members.
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President Donald Trump is asking for changes to a peace deal between the US and Iran that aims to stop fighting and address Iran’s nuclear program. Talks are ongoing, with Iran demanding full protection of its rights and the release of frozen assets before moving forward.
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President Trump requested edits to a US-Iran peace deal, focusing on the Strait of Hormuz and uranium removal.
The deal includes a 60-day pause in violence, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and restarting nuclear talks.
Iran’s chief negotiator said Tehran will not agree unless its rights are fully secured.
The deal may allow Iran access to billions of dollars in frozen assets if sanctions are eased.
US Defense Secretary warned strikes might resume if the deal doesn’t meet the president’s standards.
Negotiations involve ongoing changes with both sides proposing amendments.
Pakistan is mediating the talks between the US and Iran.
No formal agreement has been reached despite many meetings and discussions since April.
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Colombia held the first round of its presidential election, with lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella and senator Iván Cepeda leading the vote count. Since neither candidate won over 50% of the votes, they will face each other in a runoff election later in June.
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Abelardo de la Espriella, known as "The Tiger," is leading with about 43% of the votes after 98% were counted.
Iván Cepeda, a progressive senator and ally of outgoing President Gustavo Petro, has nearly 41%.
Neither candidate reached the 50% needed to win outright, so a second round will be held in June.
De la Espriella supports tough-on-crime policies similar to those of President Trump and leaders like El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele.
Cepeda plans to continue Petro’s peace efforts with armed groups, aiming for a peaceful resolution to Colombia's long-standing conflicts.
The election comes amid renewed violence, including attacks and the assassination of a presidential hopeful last year.
Paloma Valencia, a centrist candidate, received less than 7% and will not advance.
The runoff election is seen as a choice between continuing peace talks or adopting a hardline stance against crime.
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In Colombia’s presidential election first round, lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella and senator Iván Cepeda are leading and will face each other in a runoff vote later in June. De la Espriella emphasizes a tough approach to crime, aligning with President Donald Trump’s views, while Cepeda supports continuing peace efforts started by outgoing President Gustavo Petro.
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Abelardo de la Espriella received more than 43% of the vote but did not secure over 50% needed to win outright.
Iván Cepeda got nearly 41% of the votes.
The two candidates will compete in a runoff election scheduled for June in Colombia.
De la Espriella is known as “The Tiger” and promotes a hardline stance on crime similar to approaches in El Salvador and connected to President Trump.
Cepeda is a progressive senator allied with outgoing President Petro’s peace efforts with armed groups.
Paloma Valencia, a centrist candidate, earned less than 7% and did not advance.
Colombia’s election results may influence political trends across Latin America regarding crime and peace policies.
The vote comes amid ongoing violence after Colombia’s peace pact with FARC, including attacks on political figures.
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A child died and a man was seriously hurt in a house fire in Werribee, Melbourne, early Monday morning. Firefighters quickly arrived and stopped the fire after about an hour, and police are investigating the cause but do not suspect foul play.
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The fire happened just after midnight on Newbury Street in Werribee, south-west Melbourne.
Firefighters arrived within three minutes to find the house fully on fire.
A child was found dead inside the home.
A man living in the house was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
About 40 firefighters worked for an hour to control the fire.
Police said the fire is not considered suspicious but an arson expert will examine the scene.
Some children escaped the fire, while others were reported trapped inside during the blaze.
Support and counseling have been offered to the firefighters and emergency workers at the scene.
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