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A hailstorm with golf ball-sized hailstones hit Melksham in Wiltshire, damaging roofs and cars. Residents reported many dents and holes, with some keeping hailstones as evidence for insurance claims.
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The hailstorm struck Melksham early Thursday morning.
The hailstones were about the size of golf balls and caused holes in conservatory roofs and dents in cars.
One resident counted around 150 dents on a car and received repair quotes over £10,000.
Many residents quickly contacted their insurance companies to report damage.
Insurance experts advise taking photos and contacting insurers promptly for claims.
Storm damage is usually covered by home and comprehensive car insurance, but conditions vary.
Similar damage was reported nearby in Chippenham.
The Met Office issued a yellow weather warning before the storm and said such large hail is rare but not unheard of in the UK.
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Kambo is an ancient spiritual healing ritual from South America that uses poison from a frog’s skin applied to small burns on the body. Several people worldwide have died after taking part in kambo ceremonies, which are promoted in some wellness communities but have no scientific proof of being safe or effective.
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Kambo uses secretions from the giant monkey frog, applied to small burns on the skin during a ritual.
The poison contains peptides that can cause severe vomiting, drops in blood pressure, and affect the heart and organs.
Drinking large amounts of water before the ritual combined with vomiting can lead to dangerous low sodium levels (hyponatremia).
Reported risks include sudden heart problems, organ damage, brain swelling, seizures, and death.
The ritual is used by some people to “cleanse” the body and treat various health problems, though it is not medically proven.
Kambo is legal to buy in the UK but is not a licensed medicine; some countries have banned it.
A recent reported death was Kristian Trend, a UK wellness coach and cancer survivor, after a kambo cleansing ceremony.
The practice originates from Indigenous Amazonian tribes and has been passed down mainly by word of mouth.
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The article argues that reducing military forces in Europe could encourage Russian President Vladimir Putin to become more aggressive. It suggests that keeping troops in Europe helps prevent further conflict.
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The article discusses military presence in Europe.
It warns against withdrawing forces from Europe.
It mentions Russian President Vladimir Putin's behavior.
The article implies that troop reductions may encourage more aggression.
Maintaining troops in Europe is seen as a way to deter conflict.
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The European Union will unlock over 16 billion euros in frozen funds for Hungary, following reforms introduced by Hungary’s new Prime Minister, Peter Magyar. These funds were previously blocked under former Prime Minister Viktor Orban due to concerns about corruption and democratic issues.
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The EU froze about 18 billion euros in funds for Hungary during Viktor Orban’s leadership over concerns about democracy and corruption.
New Prime Minister Peter Magyar won elections in April and has started implementing reforms.
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the release of more than 16 billion euros for Hungary.
Over 10 billion euros come from the EU’s Covid recovery fund, with a deadline in August to present a new plan for their use.
Hungary faces a budget deficit that may reach 6.2% of its GDP in 2026 due to previous spending.
Magyar’s government reversed Orban-era policies, including dropping the plan to leave the International Criminal Court.
Hungarian police allowed a Pride parade for the first time after it was banned last year.
The unlocked funds aim to boost Hungary’s economy, public services, and businesses.
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U.S. Vice President JD Vance said a deal with Iran to extend the ceasefire between the two countries is very close. The talks aim to reduce fighting and move toward ending the conflict.
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The U.S. and Iran have a current ceasefire agreement.
Talks are ongoing to extend this ceasefire.
Vice President JD Vance said the deal to extend the ceasefire is close.
The goal is to reduce violence and work toward ending the war.
CBS News is reporting on these developments.
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The article discusses "We Are Pat," a new documentary by Rowan Haber about the character Pat from "Saturday Night Live." The film explores the history and impact of Pat, a gender-ambiguous character played by Julia Sweeney, highlighting its place in queer culture and its mixed reception over time.
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"It's Pat" was a recurring sketch on "Saturday Night Live" from 1990 to 1994, created and performed by Julia Sweeney.
The character Pat is known for having an unclear gender, which became a central theme of the comedy.
Julia Sweeney also starred in a feature film based on the character, which was not as successful as some other "SNL" movies.
Rowan Haber, a filmmaker and fan, made "We Are Pat" to celebrate and explore Pat as a non-binary and trans icon.
The documentary includes perspectives from trans and non-binary comedians in a writers’ room created to discuss if "It’s Pat" could be made today.
Julia Sweeney participated in the documentary and the efforts to reclaim the character within the queer comedy community.
"We Are Pat" started a limited release in New York City and will expand nationwide, with a digital release planned for June 23 during Pride Month.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s upcoming wedding is rumored to have a “no ring, no bring” rule, meaning only guests who are married or engaged can bring a partner. An industry expert said this rule feels outdated because relationships today don’t always follow traditional marriage paths, but couples often set guest limits because weddings are expensive.
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The wedding date for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce may be July 3.
A rumored rule for their wedding is “no ring, no bring,” excluding partners who are not engaged or married.
Jessica Bishop, a wedding expert, says this rule seems outdated in modern times.
Relationships today vary, and marriage certificates aren’t the only sign of commitment.
Weddings cost a lot; in 2025, the average U.S. wedding cost $34,200.
The average number of guests per wedding was 117 in 2025.
Each guest typically adds about $292 to the wedding cost.
Experts suggest being thoughtful with guest lists and considering long-term partners and living situations rather than sticking to strict rules.
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Yurii Muzyka was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 30 years for murdering his ex-girlfriend, Halyna Hoisan, in her home in south London. Muzyka stalked Hoisan using a hidden tracker, attacked her with a knife in front of their young daughter, and was found guilty after a trial at the Old Bailey court.
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Yurii Muzyka stabbed his ex-girlfriend, Halyna Hoisan, six times in her flat in Greenwich, south London, in August last year.
Muzyka used a tracker hidden in their daughter's scooter to follow Hoisan.
Hoisan had secured a non-molestation order against Muzyka due to previous violence and harassment.
Their three-year-old daughter was at home during the attack.
Investigators found Muzyka had researched spyware, masks, knives, and human anatomy to plan the attack.
After the attack, Muzyka took photos of Hoisan as she lay dying and then tried to harm himself.
The court sentenced Muzyka to life imprisonment with at least 30 years before possible release.
The judge said Muzyka's actions were driven by jealousy and a desire to control Hoisan after their breakup.
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Pakistan has a rapidly growing population expected to exceed 300 million by 2030, making it the fourth most populous country in the world. Despite this growth, contraception, especially for men, remains a sensitive topic due to traditional and religious beliefs, hindering efforts to control population growth.
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Pakistan’s population currently exceeds 258 million people.
By 2030, Pakistan’s population may pass 300 million, placing it fourth globally.
Population growth is faster than Pakistan’s ability to develop its economy and infrastructure.
Pakistan lags behind neighboring countries India and Bangladesh in key social areas.
Contraception use is generally taboo and often seen as forbidden in the culture.
Male contraception is particularly stigmatized in Pakistani society.
Traditional values and religious views influence negative attitudes toward family planning.
Efforts to address population growth face challenges because of these social and cultural barriers.
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A group of gold miners has been trapped inside a flooded cave in Laos for over a week. Rescue teams have safely brought out at least one miner, while others remain inside under dangerous conditions due to monsoon rains.
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At least one gold miner was rescued from a flooded cave in Laos.
Seven artisanal gold miners have been trapped in the cave for nine days.
Five miners have been located; two are still missing.
The cave is very hard to access, with a five-hour round trip for trained divers.
Monsoon rains have flooded the cave, making rescue efforts more difficult.
Attempts to pump water out of the cave for five days have failed.
Rescuers are considering teaching the trapped miners to scuba dive as a last option.
The rescue team has asked the Laos government for legal protection in case of accidents during the rescue.
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Bizzy Crook is a rapper and songwriter from Miami who worked hard for many years before gaining success. He helped create Leon Thomas’s Grammy-winning album MUTT and has started releasing his own music. Bizzy used the internet and creative tactics early on to get his music heard despite having little money or support.
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Bizzy Crook is a rapper, songwriter, and creative artist from Miami, Florida.
He contributed to Leon Thomas’s album MUTT, which won two Grammy Awards.
Bizzy began writing music after being inspired by Eminem’s song “My Name Is.”
He used Microsoft Word to write his first rap verse.
Bizzy struggled with social anxiety and found music a peaceful way to express himself.
Early in his career, he used the internet creatively to share his music and gain attention.
He uploaded songs online under different titles to attract listeners before official tracks came out.
Bizzy wrote songs for friends and developed his skills by seeing things from other people’s viewpoints.
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The United States and Iran are working on a tentative deal to extend the ceasefire in their ongoing conflict by 60 days and restart talks on Iran’s nuclear program. However, key Iranian officials expressed skepticism about the deal and said their country gains concessions through military strength rather than negotiations.
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The tentative deal aims to extend the ceasefire in the war between the U.S. and Iran by 60 days.
New talks would focus on Iran’s nuclear program, especially the status of Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile.
Iran has 440.9 kilograms of uranium enriched up to 60% purity, which is close to weapons-grade levels.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance said negotiators are still debating details, and it is unclear if President Donald Trump has approved the deal.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf said Iran does not trust words but only actions and suggested concessions come from military power, not talks.
The goal of the U.S. is to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
The tentative agreement was discussed during recent negotiations held in Qatar.
Iran insists its nuclear program is peaceful and has not agreed publicly to give up its current uranium stockpile.
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Eight students were stuck for almost four hours on a rollercoaster stuck at the top of a tall drop in Galveston, Texas. Firefighters rescued them safely using ladders and harnesses, and all students were unharmed.
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The incident happened on the Iron Shark rollercoaster at Pleasure Pier in Galveston, Texas.
The rollercoaster stopped at the top of a steep drop, leaving eight students stranded.
The students were from two schools in Houston.
They were stuck for nearly four hours in hot weather with their feet hanging in the air.
Firefighters used a tall ladder and harnesses to bring the students down safely.
None of the students were injured, but they were checked for dehydration.
The rollercoaster stopped because of a malfunction that triggered an emergency stop system.
Ride operators and local authorities confirmed a full inspection will happen before the ride reopens.
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London Underground drivers will strike for two full days on June 2 and June 4. The strikes are over disagreements about a planned trial of a voluntary four-day working week.
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The strikes will last 24 hours on both June 2 and June 4.
The RMT union opposes the four-day week due to worries about fatigue, longer shifts, less flexibility, and safety risks.
Transport for London (TfL) expects most tube lines to run during the strikes but warns of disruption.
Other transport services like the Elizabeth line, London Overground, DLR, and trams will run but may be busier.
TfL plans to trial the four-day week voluntarily and has support from the Aslef union, which represents more than half of the drivers.
Previous strikes happened in April, and new strikes were rescheduled from mid-May to early June.
TfL wants to continue talks to resolve issues and avoid disruption.
The RMT says it is open to talks but opposes changes without addressing their safety concerns.
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A virus causing an Ebola outbreak in Congo has killed over 200 people. This virus is less common, and there are no approved treatments or vaccines yet, so healthcare workers must rely on basic care while possible vaccines and treatments are tested.
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The outbreak in Congo is caused by a less common type of Ebola virus called Bundibugyo virus.
More than 200 people are believed to have died from this outbreak.
There are currently no specific treatments or vaccines approved for this virus type.
Doctors and aid workers are using basic care methods to treat patients.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has identified some possible vaccines and therapies to test.
WHO recommends these potential treatments be used only in clinical trials to check their safety and effectiveness.
Developing and testing these vaccines and therapies will take several months.
The virus is making the outbreak response more difficult because of the lack of ready medical tools.
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The UK government is cutting funding to the Darwin Initiative, a program that supports nature protection projects in many countries. As a result, at least 89 countries, including many in Africa, Central Asia, and parts of Latin America, will no longer qualify for this funding, raising concerns among conservationists about the future of global nature conservation efforts.
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The Darwin Initiative is a UK fund started in 1992 to support biodiversity and nature conservation worldwide.
At least 89 countries will lose eligibility for this funding, including Argentina, Iran, Sudan, Chad, Mali, Angola, and Armenia.
Most African countries, Central Asia, and parts of Latin America are among the regions losing access to the fund.
Some middle-income or emerging economies like China, India, Mexico, and Turkey are also excluded due to their changed status.
Brazil and Indonesia, both G20 countries, remain eligible for funding.
The cuts come amid UK government decisions to reduce international aid to some countries and overall climate finance budgets.
Conservationists warn that these cuts may harm efforts to protect wildlife and habitats and undermine global agreements on biodiversity.
It is unclear how much the total Darwin Initiative funding will be reduced, but existing projects will continue to receive funds for now.
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A paramilitary group linked to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) killed at least 27 civilians in villages west of Bara in North Kordofan state. The attack happened during the Eid al-Adha holiday and has worsened the humanitarian crisis amid ongoing civil war in Sudan.
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The RSF-affiliated forces attacked villages in the al-Murrah area, killing 27 people, including elderly residents.
The Sudan Doctors Network, a Cairo-based medical NGO, reported the killings and called them a violation of international law.
Sudan has been in civil war since April 2023, with fighting between the Sudanese army and RSF causing many deaths and displacements.
The Kordofan region is a major battleground with fighting involving drones and control of key areas rich in oil and gold.
The RSF controls parts of Darfur and Kordofan near South Sudan and often clashes with the army over towns like Bara.
Over 40% of Sudan’s people face severe hunger, with 19.5 million in urgent need of food aid due to the conflict.
The Sudan Doctors Network urged international groups to condemn the attacks and protect civilians.
The attack occurred amid already difficult humanitarian conditions caused by the ongoing war.
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Hulu has announced a list of movies and shows coming to its streaming service in June 2026. Popular titles include several Captain America movies, classic films like Gladiator and Catch Me If You Can, as well as new series and the final season of The Bear.
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On June 1, Hulu will add Captain America: Civil War, Captain America: The First Avenger, and Captain America: The Winter Soldier.
Classic movies arriving June 1 include Brokeback Mountain, Catch Me If You Can, Gladiator, and Transformers.
The Irish indie film Kneecap will debut on June 2.
Love Island (UK) Season 13 will premiere on Hulu on June 4.
The final season (season 5) of The Bear will be available starting June 25.
Several titles will also be available in Spanish versions.
The list includes a mix of movies, TV series, documentaries, and comedy specials.
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