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The United States and Iran exchanged fire on Thursday, with Iran firing on a US military base and the US striking Iran’s Bandar Abbas port. Both countries agreed to extend a ceasefire by 60 days, but President Donald Trump has not yet approved the agreement.
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Iran said it fired on a US army base in the region.
The US reported striking the Bandar Abbas port in Iran.
Both countries agreed on a memorandum to extend their ceasefire for 60 days.
President Donald Trump has not yet approved the ceasefire extension.
Pakistan’s foreign minister is flying to Washington to help speed up negotiations.
The US foreign counterpart to be met is Marco Rubio.
The clashes happened on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
The situation is part of ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
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Florida and parts of the Southeast are experiencing severe drought, which could increase the dangers from hurricanes this hurricane season. Although experts expect fewer storms due to El Niño, dry soil and weakened trees may lead to more flooding and damage if a storm hits.
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The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, peaking between August and October.
NOAA predicts the 2026 hurricane season will have fewer storms because of El Niño, a Pacific Ocean warming that can reduce hurricane formation.
About 64% of Florida and 56% of Georgia are under extreme to exceptional drought conditions.
Dry, hard soil from drought and areas damaged by wildfires can cause faster water runoff and increase flash flooding risks during storms.
Trees stressed by drought and wildfires are more likely to fall during strong winds, causing property damage and power outages.
The worst drought areas in Florida are in Northern Florida and the Big Bend region, where hurricane impact could be severe.
Meteorologists are watching the Gulf of Mexico for possible tropical storms through June 11.
El Niño adds wind patterns that often stop hurricanes from forming but does not completely remove the risk of dangerous storms.
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Scientists studied how homing pigeons use the Earth's magnetic fields to find their way. They discovered that iron-rich immune cells in the pigeons’ livers may help them sense magnetic fields and send signals to their brains, aiding navigation.
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Birds, including pigeons, use Earth's magnetic fields to navigate, especially in low light or cloudy conditions.
Scientists are unsure exactly where and how birds sense magnetic fields inside their bodies.
Researchers found strong magnetic responses in the iron-rich cells of pigeon livers.
The study involved training pigeons to fly a set route and then removing certain liver cells in some pigeons.
Pigeons with these liver cells removed had trouble finding their way when the sun was hidden by clouds.
Images showed liver immune cells (macrophages) connected to nerves, suggesting they send magnetic information to the brain.
This finding offers a new idea that liver cells, not just beak or eyes, may help birds sense magnetism.
The research was published in the journal Science by a team from the University of Bonn and University Hospital Bonn.
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Israel has increased its air strikes on Lebanon, targeting hundreds of locations linked to Hezbollah over recent days. Videos confirm attacks on crowded neighborhoods in southern Lebanon, while Lebanon’s health ministry reports over 3,000 deaths since the war began.
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Israel has escalated strikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon recently.
Videos show damage in densely populated areas of southern Lebanon.
More than 3,000 people have died in Lebanon since the conflict started.
The conflict involves Israeli military actions in Lebanon.
The war has led to significant civilian casualties and destruction.
Lebanon’s health ministry is tracking the casualties from the war.
The broader Middle East region is also experiencing conflicts and political tensions.
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After almost three years of war in Lebanon, many families are unable to celebrate Eid as they used to. Instead, they face loss, fear, and difficult living conditions in crowded shelters or damaged homes.
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Lebanon has experienced nearly three years of ongoing war.
Many villages have been destroyed during the conflict.
Thousands of people have been forced to leave their homes.
Families are spending Eid grieving for lost loved ones.
People live in crowded shelters because their homes are damaged or unsafe.
The holiday feels different due to fear of more violence and hardship.
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Olivia Rodrigo spoke out after people criticized her for wearing a babydoll dress during a concert in Spain. She said the upset over the dress reveals how society wrongly sexualizes and blames girls for what they wear.
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Olivia Rodrigo wore a short, puffy floral babydoll dress at a show in Barcelona on May 8.
Some people online said the dress was inappropriate because it looked childlike.
Rodrigo compared the criticism to how culture normalizes pedophilia and unfairly blames girls for being sexualized.
She said she has previously worn more revealing outfits without similar complaints.
The babydoll dress style was popular among 90s female punk musicians like Kathleen Hanna and Courtney Love.
Courtney Love publicly supported Rodrigo after the backlash.
Rodrigo’s third album, "You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love," will come out on June 12.
She plans to tour the US this fall, with UK and Europe dates next year.
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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney has called for a stronger partnership with the United States to boost cooperation in key industries. He wants to improve the relationship ahead of the review of the North American trade agreement and help both countries compete with other global powers.
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Carney spoke in New York about creating a “true partnership” between Canada and the U.S.
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is up for a mandatory review in July.
Canada is working to reduce its trade dependence on the U.S. by signing deals with many other countries.
Carney highlighted that Canada is a major supplier of energy, minerals, and cars to the U.S.
He said Canadian aluminum exports equal the energy capacity of 10 Hoover dams.
Canada buys more goods from the U.S. than China, Japan, and Germany combined.
Carney noted past U.S. tariffs have hurt Canadian industries like steel and aluminum.
He described U.S.-Canada trade ties as having weaknesses that should be fixed for mutual benefit.
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The French National Assembly voted unanimously to repeal the Code Noir, a 1685 law that treated enslaved people as property in French colonies. Although slavery was abolished in 1848, this law remained on the books, and its formal removal is seen as a step toward acknowledging France’s colonial past.
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The Code Noir was a law from 1685 that classified enslaved people as movable property in French colonies.
It allowed slave owners to control and punish enslaved people harshly, including beatings, sales, and even death.
France abolished slavery in 1848, but the Code Noir was never formally repealed until this vote in 2024.
The National Assembly unanimously voted 254-0 to remove the law from French legislation.
French overseas departments like Guadeloupe and Martinique still have residents mostly descended from enslaved people.
These regions face higher poverty and unemployment than mainland France despite being part of the country.
Lawmakers from these regions see the repeal as a way to honor their ancestors and challenge ongoing racial inequalities.
President Emmanuel Macron called the continued existence of the Code Noir a form of offense but did not issue a formal apology.
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The European Union has fully started using a new system called the Entry/Exit System (EES) that replaces passport stamps with digital records like fingerprints and facial images. Travelers from the U.S. and other non-EU countries are facing longer wait times and confusion at airports because some places use automated kiosks while others do more manual checks.
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The EES began operating on October 12, 2025, and is now fully in use across 29 Schengen Area countries since April 10, 2026.
EES collects biometric data such as fingerprints and facial photos instead of stamping passports.
Since October 2025, the system recorded nearly 80 million border crossings and refused entry to over 35,000 people, including around 900 considered security threats.
Travelers report uneven experiences: some airports have many automated kiosks working, others rely on manual processing causing long lines and delays.
No clear signs or detailed instructions about EES are available at some airports, leading to confusion among travelers.
Brussels and Madrid airports have experienced longer wait times during the EES rollout, with some kiosks still being installed or out of service.
Airport and border officials say they are working on expanding the use of automated gates to reduce delays and manage large passenger flows better.
Border control is handled by national police, but airports support the process by coordinating with authorities.
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Nearly 500 people were seriously hurt in electric scooter crashes in Great Britain in 2026, with 10 riders killed. The government reported a slight increase in e-scooter injuries and deaths, while overall road deaths in Great Britain fell by 3% compared to 2024.
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About 1,484 people were injured in e-scooter accidents in 2026, including 485 serious injuries.
Ten e-scooter riders died in crashes, up from six in 2024.
Overall road deaths in Great Britain declined by 3% in 2025, with an estimated 1,556 fatalities.
Serious injuries and deaths on roads increased by 4% in 2025, with almost 30,000 people affected.
Men accounted for 77% of road fatalities and 61% of all casualties in 2025.
Private e-scooter use on public roads and pavements is currently illegal, but rental e-scooters are allowed in government trials.
The UK government plans to update e-scooter laws and aims to reduce road deaths and serious injuries by 65% by 2035.
New road safety measures being considered include lowering drink-drive limits and requiring a learning period for drivers.
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Maxi-Cosi is recalling all FamilyFix Slide Pro car seat bases because the safety indicator can wrongly show that the seat is securely attached when it is not. The recall warns parents to stop using the product immediately to avoid potential injuries to children.
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Maxi-Cosi is recalling FamilyFix Slide Pro bases due to a faulty safety indicator.
The indicator may show green even if the seat is not properly connected.
If the seat detaches while in use, it could cause injury to the child.
The affected bases were made in China from September 6, 2025, to March 24, 2026.
The product fails to meet the UK’s General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Users should check their product model and manufacturing date on the Maxi-Cosi website.
The manufacturing date is on a white label under the base.
Maxi-Cosi describes this as a voluntary recall to ensure child safety and quality.
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The United Nations has added Israel to a list of countries accused of sexual violence during armed conflict. Israel strongly rejects this claim and has cut contact with UN Secretary-General António Guterres in response to the report.
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The UN included Israel in its annual report on conflict-related sexual violence.
Israel’s ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, called the decision outrageous and said Israel will stop communication with Guterres’s office.
The report cited credible information that Israeli security forces committed sexual violence against Palestinian detainees.
UN inspectors were reportedly denied access to Israeli detention centers to investigate these claims.
Human rights groups say sexual violence and abuse by Israeli soldiers and settlers contribute to Palestinians leaving the West Bank.
The report also included accusations of sexual assault against Palestinians held by Israeli authorities from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla.
Israel has denied the allegations and said it plans to sue the New York Times over a related article alleging rape by Israeli forces.
Relations between Israel and the UN have worsened since the Hamas attack in October 2023 and the ensuing conflict in Gaza.
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Keir Starmer disagrees with former Prime Minister Tony Blair’s criticism of his government’s policies, saying they fit today’s challenges, not those of 1997. Andy Burnham also criticized Blair’s view, arguing it ignores the impact of falling living standards and past regulatory failures.
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Tony Blair wrote an essay criticizing Keir Starmer’s government for abandoning the political middle ground and risking Labour’s future.
Blair suggested Starmer should have dropped promises on workers’ rights and net zero climate goals and supported President Trump’s stance on Iran.
Starmer responded that Blair misunderstood current challenges and defended his government’s policies on the economy, wealth distribution, and public services.
Starmer noted improvements such as shorter NHS waiting lists due to investment and new technology.
Andy Burnham agreed with Blair on the need for higher economic growth but disagreed about deregulation and falling living standards.
Burnham said deregulation caused the 2008 financial crisis and warned against ignoring social media and AI regulation.
Burnham highlighted his actions reversing bus service deregulation in Greater Manchester as an example of market intervention needed for growth.
Both Starmer and Burnham emphasized the need for policies suited to today’s economic and social realities.
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Portugal reached a new record high temperature of 40.3°C in May, the hottest May day ever recorded in the country. Several Western European countries, including France, Italy, Germany, Spain, and Switzerland, are experiencing a heatwave with unusually high temperatures and related challenges.
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Portugal set a new May temperature record of 40.3°C in the town of Mora.
France is preparing for heatwaves with government meetings and measures to manage forest fires and water supplies.
Some French schools have closed due to high indoor temperatures, with temperatures inside one school reaching 53°C.
French exams continue despite the heat, with exam centers adjusting rooms to cooler locations.
France’s capital Paris expects temperatures up to 34°C in the weekend, with traffic and transport measures in place to reduce pollution and ease congestion.
Italy issued red heatwave alerts in cities including Rome, Florence, Bologna, Brescia, and Turin, warning of health risks even for healthy adults.
The heatwave is caused by a "heat dome," a weather pattern that traps warm air.
Scientists link the increased frequency and intensity of heatwaves to climate change.
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The US and Iran have reached a tentative deal to extend a ceasefire by 60 days, but it still needs approval from leaders of both countries. The agreement includes talks about Iran’s nuclear program and aims to ease tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for oil and natural gas.
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The ceasefire extension deal between the US and Iran is temporary and awaits final approval.
The deal would allow unrestricted passage through the Strait of Hormuz, important for global fuel trade.
Iran would remove mines from the Strait within 30 days as part of the deal.
The US would lift its naval blockade and issue sanction waivers to let Iran sell oil again.
Talks about Iran’s nuclear program are planned under this tentative agreement.
Both countries have recently accused each other of breaking the ceasefire.
President Donald Trump has been briefed but has not yet approved the deal and is taking time to decide.
Iranian state media reported an unofficial draft with demands including US military withdrawal and control of shipping routes by Iran and Oman, but the US called this report false.
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The United Nations plans to list Israeli authorities as suspected parties responsible for sexual violence in conflict zones, based on credible reports of abuse against Palestinian detainees. Israel strongly rejects this decision and has stopped communication with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres over the issue.
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The UN will include Israeli authorities in its report on sexual violence related to armed conflicts.
The report is based on credible information of sexual violence by Israeli security forces in prisons holding Palestinian detainees.
Israel's ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, condemned the decision and ended contact with UN Secretary-General Guterres.
The list also includes the Palestinian militant group Hamas.
Palestinians have long reported sexual and physical abuse in Israeli detention centers.
A recent New York Times investigation interviewed Palestinians alleging sexual assault by Israeli settlers or security forces.
The UN report is issued annually and shared with involved parties before publication.
Relations between Israel and the UN have worsened following Israel’s military actions in Gaza and criticism from UN officials.
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Latvia’s parliament chose a new prime minister, Andris Kulbergs, after the previous government fell due to disagreements over how it handled stray drones from the Ukraine conflict. The new coalition government plans to focus on strengthening Latvia’s security and maintaining strong ties with the European Union, NATO, and Ukraine.
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Latvia’s previous government ended after a dispute about stray drones thought to be from Ukraine.
Andris Kulbergs, age 47, was approved as the new prime minister by 66 out of 100 deputies.
The former prime minister Evika Silina resigned after losing support following criticism of Defence Minister Andris Spruds.
Spruds resigned because of questions about the slow response to two drones crossing Latvian airspace.
Latvia is a member of both the European Union and NATO.
Several Russian and Ukrainian drones have crashed in Latvia and nearby countries since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.
The new coalition includes four parties and supports stronger military and border security.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy offered to send experts to help Latvia improve its air defenses.
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The Trump administration tried to help end the war between Russia and Ukraine but was not successful. Problems included poor negotiation handling and President Trump's reluctance to pressure Russia.
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The Trump administration attempted to mediate the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
The mediation effort did not make progress.
Negotiations were not managed well.
President Trump chose not to apply pressure on Russia.
Due to these issues, the mediation effort failed.
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The United States and Iran have reached a tentative agreement to extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This deal lasts for 60 days but still needs approval from President Donald Trump.
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The U.S. and Iran agreed on a tentative deal to extend a ceasefire.
The agreement includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, an important waterway.
The deal is for 60 days as a memorandum of understanding (MOU).
The ceasefire is described as fragile and unstable.
The agreement is not final until President Trump gives his approval.
The sources providing this information are from the United States.
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The Rolling Stones will release a new album called "Foreign Tongues" on July 10. The album’s producer, Andrew Watt, described it as very special and said he recorded the band playing live to capture their energy.
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The album "Foreign Tongues" is set for release on July 10.
Andrew Watt produced the album and also worked on their 2023 album "Hackney Diamonds."
Watt said the band never repeats themselves and always changes their music style.
To capture live energy, the band played together in the studio during recording.
Watt believes "Foreign Tongues" is even better than "Hackney Diamonds."
The longtime band members Keith Richards and Mick Jagger sometimes surprise each other, creating unique moments in their music.
The Rolling Stones continue to create new music and perform actively even in their 80s.
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