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A platform called “Not a Wedding Crasher” connects couples with strangers who are willing to attend their weddings as invited guests. Founders Karina and Jeff Besen explained how this service works during an interview with ABC News.
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The platform helps couples invite strangers to their wedding celebrations.
Strangers join weddings as if they were invited guests.
The idea is to include more people and create a lively event.
Karina and Jeff Besen started “Not a Wedding Crasher.”
They discussed the platform on ABC News.
The concept is different from traditional "wedding crashing," where people show up uninvited.
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A Russian drone hit an apartment block in Romania, injuring two people and increasing tensions between Russia and NATO. Meanwhile, scientists have developed a new breast cancer test that could reduce the need for chemotherapy in many women.
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A Russian drone struck a block of flats in Galati, Romania, causing a fire and injuring two people.
NATO leaders and European officials condemned the attack and said they are ready to defend allied countries.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer warned that Russian aggression threatens Europe’s security.
Scientists developed a genomic test that can identify which breast cancer patients need chemotherapy and which do not.
The test results could change health guidelines worldwide and help millions of women avoid unnecessary treatment.
A US study found that women with insomnia have a higher risk of developing breast and uterine cancer within five years.
US President Donald Trump announced plans to lift the blockade of Iranian shipping in the Strait of Hormuz as a step toward peace talks.
Oil prices fell to a six-week low after Trump’s announcement and his demands to Iran for extending a ceasefire.
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Mahjong, a traditional tile game, is becoming popular again in the United States. People of many ages are playing to enjoy both the challenge of the game and the social time it offers.
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Mahjong is a game played with tiles.
It was once seen as old-fashioned by some people.
Recently, the game has become popular across the country.
Players include people of different ages.
The game combines strategy and social interaction.
Mahjong gatherings happen in many places from coast to coast.
The game’s revival is linked to its community and connection aspects.
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South Korea's Supreme Court recently ruled that tattooing is no longer classified as a medical procedure, making it legal for non-medical professionals to work as tattoo artists. This decision ends a decades-long struggle by tattoo artists who faced fines, arrests, and social stigma for their work in a country where tattoos were once linked to crime.
Key Facts
Tattooing in South Korea was illegal for 34 years unless done by licensed doctors.
The law was originally meant to ensure hygiene and safety but also reflected conservative social attitudes.
The Supreme Court overturned the 1992 ruling, and lawmakers legalized tattooing by non-medical people in September.
About 350,000 tattoo artists practice in South Korea despite the legal risks.
The Tattoo Union helped provide legal support to at least 50 tattooists each year.
Tattoo artists often faced harassment, blackmail, and violence but feared reporting problems due to the risk of being prosecuted.
Many tattooists used pseudonyms and worked underground before legalization.
Tattoo artists and supporters held a public celebration called Ink Bomb for the first time since 2014 after the ruling.
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A rare blue moon, which is the second full moon in one month, will occur this weekend. This blue moon will also be a micromoon, meaning it will appear slightly smaller because it is farther from Earth. People across many continents will be able to see it depending on local time and weather.
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A blue moon happens when two full moons occur in the same calendar month.
This is the only calendrical blue moon of the year 2026.
The blue moon will be a micromoon, about 10% smaller than an average full moon, because it is at its farthest point from Earth (about 252,334 miles away).
The best time to see the blue moon is at moonrise during dusk when it appears orange near the horizon.
The moon will reach peak fullness at 4:45 a.m. Eastern Time on Sunday.
Good viewing spots have a clear view of the eastern horizon, preferably elevated or near open water.
The previous calendrical blue moon was in 2023 and it was a supermoon, appearing larger because it was closer to Earth.
Blue moons usually follow a two-to-three-year cycle, with the next one after 2026 expected several years later.
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Brazil’s President Lula criticized the United States for labeling two Brazilian criminal gangs as terrorist groups. He said this decision could hurt local efforts to fight crime and warned it might damage Brazil’s sovereignty and economy.
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The US designated two Brazilian gangs, Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC) and Comando Vermelho (CV), as terrorist groups.
The designation means US assets linked to these groups are frozen, and people supporting them can face penalties.
President Lula said these gangs commit violent crimes for profit, not political or ideological reasons like typical terrorism.
Lula warned the terrorist label might lead to US military actions or harm innocent people in Brazil.
The US announcement came from President Trump’s administration and was made public by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Lula has asked the US to reconsider the terrorist designation, saying it could interfere with Brazil’s crime-fighting efforts.
Brazil is preparing for a tight election, with Lula seeking a new term against Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, who supports the US designation of the gangs.
Senator Bolsonaro has ties to President Trump and confirmed his support for labeling the gangs as terrorists during a White House visit.
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Workers in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are rebuilding an Ebola treatment center that protesters burned earlier this month. Health officials say false information makes families hide sick relatives, which complicates efforts to control the outbreak.
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The Ebola treatment center was destroyed by protesters in eastern DRC.
Rebuilding efforts are currently underway.
Health officials warn that misinformation is causing families to hide people who are sick.
The government reported over 1,000 suspected Ebola cases.
There have been at least 220 deaths linked to the Ebola outbreak.
The outbreak was officially declared by health authorities.
Controlling the spread is difficult due to community resistance and false beliefs.
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A United Nations spokesperson said that all of Gaza should belong to Palestinians. This statement came after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he wants to control 70% of Gaza and suggested he might try to control all of it in the future.
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The United Nations spokesperson is Stephane Dujarric.
Dujarric stated that 100% of Gaza should belong to Palestinians.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he plans to control 70% of Gaza.
Netanyahu hinted at the possibility of taking full control of Gaza later.
Gaza is a territory currently disputed between Palestinians and Israel.
The UN’s position supports full Palestinian ownership of Gaza.
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Three climbers from Latvia died after falling near Denali Pass on Mount McKinley, the tallest mountain in North America. A fourth climber was rescued by Denali National Park search and rescue teams.
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The accident happened near Denali Pass, at about 18,200 feet elevation.
The climbers were part of a seven-person Latvian expedition on the West Buttress route.
The West Buttress route is the most popular path and has dangerous features like crevasses and steep ice.
More than 130 people have died on Mount McKinley in total.
Many accidents occur between high camp (around 17,200 feet) and Denali Pass, often from falls.
Park rangers install snow pickets to help protect climbers on steep slopes.
Each year, about 1,000 to 1,200 people attempt to climb Mount McKinley.
In 2023, there were two deaths and 16 people evacuated from the mountain.
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Albuquerque experienced an unusually high amount of rain in May, with over two months’ worth of average precipitation falling early. This happened before the city’s usual monsoon season, which starts in mid-June and normally brings most of the annual rainfall.
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Albuquerque received about 1.04 inches of rain in May, which is 0.6 inches above average.
The city got nearly a month’s worth of rain (0.69 inches) in just two days.
May is usually the third driest month of the year in Albuquerque, averaging only 0.44 inches of rain.
Despite the rain, much of New Mexico, including Albuquerque’s county Bernalillo, is still facing severe drought conditions.
Albuquerque sits in a high desert area where rainwater quickly runs off, increasing the risk of flash floods during sudden storms.
The monsoon season in New Mexico runs from June 15 to September 30 and brings humid air and afternoon thunderstorms that provide much of the annual rainfall.
Monsoon storms are often short and intense, causing strong winds, lightning, and flash flooding in certain areas.
Albuquerque typically receives about 4.5 inches of rain during the monsoon, which is about half of its yearly total precipitation.
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Nearly 100 homes in the village of Coalsnaughton, Scotland, were evacuated because of ground movement, which may be linked to the village’s mining past. Authorities and experts are investigating the issue to find out the cause and ensure residents’ safety.
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The evacuations began on May 18, 2026, and now include 97 properties in Coalsnaughton.
The affected areas include Nechtan Drive, Langour, and Dunmoss View.
Residents were given as little as 10 minutes to leave their homes.
Gas supply was turned off in part of the village as a safety precaution.
The Mining Remediation Authority is leading the investigation into the ground movement and possible subsidence (sinking land).
Local council and partner agencies are assisting residents with temporary housing and support.
Scottish government officials met with local leaders to discuss the ongoing situation.
The investigation is expected to take time, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Ukraine is preparing for major attacks from Russia. There are growing concerns about a possible large Russian assault on Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine.
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President Zelenskyy spoke about the war in an interview with CBS News.
He said Ukraine is getting ready for big attacks by Russian forces.
Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, is seen as a likely target for these attacks.
The warning reflects increasing fears about Russian military actions.
The situation suggests that fighting in Ukraine may intensify soon.
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Iran has said that a proposed deal with the United States is not yet finalized. This statement challenges President Donald Trump’s claim that his government was close to making a final decision on the agreement.
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Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman is Esmail Baghaei.
Baghaei told state media that the agreement with the US is not finalized.
President Donald Trump said his administration was making a final determination about the deal.
Iran’s statement contradicts President Trump’s claim.
The deal involves the US and Iran but details are not provided in the article.
The disagreement highlights ongoing uncertainty about the status of the talks.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) reports about 906 suspected cases of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo. They are also investigating 223 suspected deaths related to this outbreak.
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There are around 906 suspected Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The WHO is investigating 223 deaths linked to Ebola in this outbreak.
The outbreak is currently ongoing and under monitoring.
Dr. Tom Frieden, head of Resolve to Save Lives, discussed the situation on CBS News.
The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a new Ebola outbreak.
Health officials are working to understand and control the spread of the disease.
Ebola is a serious virus that causes severe illness and can be deadly.
WHO is actively involved in managing and investigating this health crisis.
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A strong movement for Alberta to separate from Canada is gaining support. Many people have signed a petition for a vote, and the government may soon hold a referendum. Prime Minister Mark Carney compared this situation to the UK's Brexit, where a country voted to leave a union.
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Alberta has a growing separatist movement seeking to leave Canada.
Hundreds of thousands of people signed a petition asking for a vote on separation.
The government is considering holding a referendum on Alberta’s independence.
Prime Minister Mark Carney warned this could be like Canada’s version of Brexit.
Brexit was the UK’s vote to leave the European Union, which affected politics and economics.
The movement was once small but has now gained significant attention.
The topic was discussed by CBC journalist Jason Markusoff.
This issue is being covered in a podcast episode produced by several journalists and editors.
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The head of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Ghebreyesus, arrived in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo. He plans to visit the eastern province of Ituri, where a disease outbreak is currently active.
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Tedros Ghebreyesus is the chief of the WHO.
He landed in Kinshasa, the capital city of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
His visit is ahead of a trip to Ituri province in eastern Congo.
Ituri is the center of a disease outbreak.
The purpose of the visit is linked to addressing this health crisis.
Additional context mentions other unrelated news from around the world.
The article references cultural and agricultural topics in Africa and beyond.
The focus is primarily on global health and the WHO leader’s visit.
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Poland’s president wants to discuss removing Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy’s top Polish honor after Ukraine named a military unit after a group blamed for killing Poles during World War II. This has upset many in Poland, despite its strong support for Ukraine in the war against Russia.
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Ukraine named a special forces unit “Heroes of the UPA” after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army.
The UPA is seen by some Ukrainians as fighters against Soviet and Nazi forces but is linked to massacres of about 100,000 Poles during 1943-1945.
Poland’s President Karol Nawrocki is angered and wants to revoke the Order of the White Eagle, Poland’s highest honor, from President Zelenskyy.
The advisory council for this Polish honor will meet on June 8 to consider the issue.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the naming harms relations with Ukraine.
Polish Nobel laureate Lech Walesa decided to stop wearing a Ukrainian flag pin in protest.
Poland has been a key supporter of Ukraine since Russia’s invasion in 2022 and helps deliver Western military aid.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy aims to unite his country by honoring historical nationalist figures, despite the controversy.
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President Donald Trump said he is making a final decision on a possible deal with Iran to help end the Middle East conflict. Iran has denied that any final agreement has been reached and disagreed with some of the details President Trump shared about the talks.
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President Trump held a two-hour meeting in the White House Situation Room about a potential deal with Iran.
No final decision or official deal has been announced yet.
Iran called Trump’s description of the deal a "mixture of truth and lies".
Trump said Iran would remove mines and unblock the Strait of Hormuz, while the US would lift its blockade of Iranian ports.
Iranian officials said talks are ongoing, with no final agreement or negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program at this time.
Iran demands the release of $12 billion in frozen assets before moving forward in negotiations.
Both sides accuse each other of violating the truce near the Strait of Hormuz with military actions.
Israeli forces have advanced inside Lebanon amid ongoing conflict, and Hezbollah claimed drone attacks on northern Israel during talks held in Washington.
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Bulgaria will end the stay of U.S. military aircraft in Sofia after the Trump administration did not approve visa-free travel for Bulgarian visitors to the United States. Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced this decision, linking it to the visa dispute.
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Bulgaria plans to stop allowing U.S. military aircraft to stay in Sofia after June.
The move is a response to the U.S. not approving visa-free travel for Bulgarian citizens.
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev made the announcement on a Friday.
The dispute centers on Bulgaria’s request for visa-free access to the U.S. for its visitors.
The decision affects the presence of U.S. military aircraft in Bulgaria’s capital.
The U.S. administration involved is President Donald Trump’s administration.
Visa-free travel means people from one country can visit another without needing to get a visa first.
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Ghana’s parliament approved a new law that punishes people who promote or support LGBTQ activities with prison time from three to five years. The law, which also criminalizes homosexual relations, now awaits approval from President John Mahama before it becomes official.
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Ghana’s parliament passed a law making it illegal to promote or support LGBTQ activities, punishable by three to five years in prison.
The law also punishes engaging in same-sex relations with up to three years in prison.
President John Mahama must sign the law for it to become official.
The law includes some exceptions for legal, media, and healthcare professionals.
Same-sex relationships have been banned since Ghana’s colonial era but were rarely prosecuted until now.
The law reflects Ghana’s conservative and Christian-majority society.
A similar bill passed in 2024 was not signed by the previous president, so it expired and had to be re-approved by the current parliament.
Other African countries, like Senegal, have also recently passed stricter laws against same-sex relations.
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