The Grand Egyptian Museum, located near the Giza Pyramids, is opening after many delays. It will display over 50,000 artifacts from ancient Egypt, making it the largest museum focused on a single civilization.
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The museum opens after two decades of planning and delays.
It is located near Cairo, next to the Giza Pyramids.
The cost to build the museum was $1 billion.
The museum will showcase over 50,000 artifacts.
It features a massive statue of Pharaoh Ramesses the Great at the entrance.
The museum includes a conservation center and state-of-the-art galleries.
Notable is the display of King Tutankhamun's full collection for the first time.
The museum is part of efforts led by President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi to boost Egypt's tourism industry.
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Musician Ben Folds is known for his pop music and has been influential in classical music. He resigned from his position as an advisor at the National Symphony Orchestra following President Trump's changes at the Kennedy Center. Folds discussed his reasons in an interview for a series focused on artistic freedom.
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Ben Folds is a well-known pop musician and songwriter.
He served as an artistic advisor for the National Symphony Orchestra.
Folds resigned after President Trump's changes at the Kennedy Center.
An interview with Folds was part of a series on artistic freedom.
The interview was conducted by Amna Nawaz for CANVAS, an arts program.
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President Donald Trump traveled to Asia, visiting Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea, before a significant meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. During his trip, Trump engaged in trade discussions, worked on securing minerals, and received ceremonial honors from host countries. The meeting with Xi was a major event, highlighting the complex relationship between the U.S. and China.
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President Trump toured Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea before meeting with China's leader, Xi Jinping.
In Malaysia, Trump worked on deals for critical minerals and trade with Southeast Asian countries.
Japan's Prime Minister Sanai Takaichi announced $550 billion in U.S. investments and presented Trump with gifts, including cherry trees and a golf club.
In South Korea, Trump was honored with the nation's highest medal and requested $200 billion in payments to the U.S.
Trump's meeting with Xi was important due to the economic and political stakes for both countries.
No new trade deal was reached with China during the meeting with Xi.
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Dogs with bright blue fur were found at the Chernobyl disaster site in Ukraine. A veterinarian involved with the Dogs of Chernobyl program suggested the blue color likely came from a substance they rolled in, possibly an old portable toilet. The dogs appear healthy, and radiation is not considered the cause of their coloring.
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Dogs with blue fur were discovered at the Chernobyl site in Ukraine.
The Dogs of Chernobyl program visited the site from October 5 to 13 to manage the dog population.
A veterinarian believes the blue color came from a substance the dogs rolled in, possibly an old portable toilet.
There is no evidence linking the blue coloring to radiation.
The dogs, along with others in the area, appear to be healthy.
The Dogs of Chernobyl program has sterilized over 1,000 dogs and cats since 2017.
The program provides food and veterinary care to animals living in the radioactive zone.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, caused significant destruction in Jamaica, as seen in satellite images. Key areas affected include Black River, White House village, and Montego Bay, with extensive damage to buildings and infrastructure.
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Hurricane Melissa hit Jamaica as a Category 5 storm.
Satellite images show severe damage to several areas on the island.
Black River was notably impacted, with significant damage to buildings such as a market and a café.
In White House village, most structures near the beach were damaged or destroyed.
Montego Bay's coast has turned into a flood-affected area, impacting the port, industrial park, and sports complex.
The mayor of Montego Bay described the area as "devastated."
Jamaica's Prime Minister Andrew Holness called Black River "ground zero" for the hurricane's impact.
Winds reached speeds up to 185 mph during the storm.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, struck Bluefields, Jamaica, causing significant damage to the area. Andrew Houston Moncure and his family, who run Bluefields Bay Villas & Suites, sheltered at the resort with some staff during the hurricane. The community now faces extensive destruction.
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Hurricane Melissa is the strongest hurricane recorded to hit Jamaica.
The storm has resulted in the deaths of dozens across the Caribbean.
Andrew Houston Moncure and his wife, Kate Davidson, stayed at their resort in Bluefields during the hurricane.
They sheltered with their 20-month-old son and some staff in a concrete part of the resort.
The storm caused severe destruction, including loss of roofs, doors, and windows in their community.
Communication services like phone and internet were lost during the storm.
They moved to a bathroom for safety as the winds intensified and water began flooding in.
Hurricane Melissa left extensive damage, unlike the previous Hurricane Beryl, which had minimal impact.
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Scientists are studying a rare interstellar comet named 3I/ATLAS, which entered our solar system. This comet is special because it contains nickel vapor, detected far from the sun where temperatures are typically too cold for metals to vaporize.
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The comet 3I/ATLAS is one of only three interstellar objects recorded to enter our solar system.
An interstellar object means it comes from outside our solar system.
Nickel vapor was found in the comet's gas, detected at a large distance from the sun.
The comet was confirmed on July 1 by a sky survey, the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS).
Researchers used telescopes in Chile to observe and study the comet's nickel vapor.
The findings could offer new insights into the chemical makeup of very old materials from beyond our solar system.
The comet could be older than our solar system, providing clues about its origin and evolution.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, has caused severe damage in the Caribbean, with Jamaica experiencing significant impacts. It is one of the strongest Atlantic storms ever recorded.
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Hurricane Melissa is a Category 5 storm, which means it is extremely powerful.
The storm affected the Caribbean region, causing widespread damage.
Jamaica was hit particularly hard by Hurricane Melissa.
Category 5 is the highest rating on the hurricane scale, indicating very high wind speeds and potential for severe impact.
The storm is among the most powerful Atlantic storms on record.
Officials are assessing the damage and planning recovery efforts for affected areas.
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A listeria outbreak has led to more deaths and illnesses across 18 U.S. states, tied to recalled pasta meals from major grocery stores. The CDC reports that the outbreak, which began in August 2024, has caused six deaths and sickened 27 people. The pasta linked to the outbreak was made by Nate’s Fine Foods, and several grocery chains have issued recalls.
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Two additional deaths and seven illnesses linked to listeria were reported.
The outbreak, traced to August 2024, now includes six deaths and 27 illnesses in 18 states.
The recalled pasta was produced by Nate’s Fine Foods in California.
Contaminated meals included chicken fettuccine Alfredo and meatball linguine.
Several grocery chains, such as Walmart and Trader Joe's, have recalled pasta products.
Pregnant people, newborns, older adults, and those with weak immune systems are at higher risk.
Listeria can survive in cold temperatures, making refrigerated meals risky.
Consumers experiencing symptoms after eating affected products should seek medical help immediately.
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Tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews protested in Jerusalem against plans to draft them into the military. The protest highlights divisions in Israeli society and poses a significant challenge to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government. The ultra-Orthodox community, making up 13% of Israel's population, traditionally opposes military service, preferring religious study.
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Tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews protested in Jerusalem against military draft plans.
The protest emphasizes a deep division in Israeli society regarding military service.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government is under pressure due to this issue.
Ultra-Orthodox or "haredim" make up about 13% of Israel's population.
They have historically been exempt from military service to focus on religious study.
Israel deployed over 2,000 officers to manage the protest, which disrupted the city.
A teenager died after falling from a building near the protest.
The protest remained mostly peaceful but included incidents like driving out a female reporter.
The event could lead to early elections due to its impact on the government.
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Israel has hired three public relations companies to improve its image in the United States, especially among young right-wing and Evangelical voters, amid its conflict in Gaza. The PR firms are using strategies like social media campaigns and targeting Christian groups to gain sympathy for Israel. These efforts follow reports of declining support due to the war's impacts and perceptions on social media.
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Israel hired three PR firms to improve its image in the US during the Gaza conflict.
The companies aim to bolster support among young right-wing and Evangelical US voters.
Filings show these PR efforts focus on creating positive views of Israel and portraying Palestinians negatively.
One of the firms, Show Faith by Works, plans to conduct digital campaigns targeting churches in the US.
The campaign includes strategies like geofencing to reach specific locations such as Christian universities.
The 10/7 Experience, a mobile event, aims to engage with Christian communities about the Hamas attack on Israel.
Israel's Prime Minister has emphasized the importance of social media in gaining US support.
PR efforts also involve reaching the Gen Z demographic through popular social media apps.
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Russian military activity is increasing around the Ukrainian town of Pokrovsk, a key transport hub in the Donetsk region. Ukrainian military leaders have dismissed claims that their forces are surrounded, despite reports of Russian advances. The battle for Pokrovsk is escalating as Russians try to capture the town, which is important for their larger regional control ambitions.
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Russian forces are increasing their presence around Pokrovsk, a strategic town in Ukraine.
General Oleksandr Syrskyi, Ukraine's army chief, visited the frontline and stated the situation is tough but denied that Ukrainian troops are blockaded.
Pokrovsk is important because it serves as a transport and supply hub.
Capturing Pokrovsk would help Russian forces advance toward key cities Kramatorsk and Sloviansk.
The battle for Pokrovsk is in a highly active phase with intensified Russian efforts.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russian forces outnumber Ukrainians in the area eight to one.
The Russian military has been trying to take Pokrovsk for over a year.
A Ukrainian monitoring group reports Russians are affecting supply routes and encircling the town.
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Gia Giudice, known for her role on The Real Housewives of New Jersey, has paused her plans to become a lawyer to focus on social media influencing and reality TV. Despite her current career path, Giudice says she could see herself returning to law in the future, similar to Kim Kardashian's journey. Giudice recently graduated with a degree in criminal justice and is preparing for the possibility of attending law school at a later time.
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Gia Giudice was on The Real Housewives of New Jersey, where she expressed interest in becoming a lawyer.
Giudice's interest in law was influenced by her parents' legal troubles; both her parents served jail time for financial fraud.
She graduated in 2023 from Rutgers University with a degree in criminal justice.
Gia is currently working as a social media influencer and stars in a reality TV show called Next Gen NYC, which has a second season planned.
Despite her current career, she still considers pursuing law in the future and compares her potential path to Kim Kardashian's legal journey.
Kardashian completed an apprenticeship program and passed the bar exam, allowing her to practice law soon.
Gia is also part of another reality show, Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test, available on Hulu.
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Scientists have discovered that some fossils previously thought to be young Tyrannosaurus rex are actually a different dinosaur species called Nanotyrannus. This finding means that past research on T. rex growth and behavior needs to be reconsidered. The study also shows that multiple dinosaur species, including both T. rex and Nanotyrannus, lived together before dinosaurs went extinct.
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A fossil from Montana called the "Duelling Dinosaurs" helped scientists identify a new species called Nanotyrannus.
This fossil includes two dinosaurs that died together in a fight: a tiny tyrannosaur and a Triceratops.
Researchers analyzed growth rings in the bones and other features to determine that the tiny tyrannosaur is not a juvenile T. rex but a mature Nanotyrannus.
The findings challenge decades of research that used these fossils to study T. rex.
Researchers also discovered another species of Nanotyrannus, named N. lethaeus.
The study suggests multiple tyrannosaur species, like T. rex and Nanotyrannus, existed together just before dinosaurs went extinct.
The discovery requires a re-evaluation of existing research on T. rex biomechanics and evolution.
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Tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jewish people in Jerusalem protested against being required to join the Israeli military. The protest, which was mostly peaceful, disrupted daily life in the city and highlighted ongoing disagreements in Israel over military exemptions for religious study. The issue has impacted Israeli politics, causing tensions in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government.
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Around 200,000 people protested in Jerusalem, opposing military service for ultra-Orthodox Jews.
The protest blocked roads and involved small fires, but was largely peaceful.
A teenager died after falling from a nearby building during the protest.
The protest followed a crackdown on ultra-Orthodox military exemptions, with some men imprisoned for refusing service.
Israel’s Supreme Court ruled that ultra-Orthodox men must be drafted, causing political challenges.
Ultra-Orthodox Jews make up 14% of Israel’s Jewish population, and many currently benefit from military exemption.
The debate over exemptions has increased due to ongoing military conflicts in the region.
Political tensions have risen, with the ultra-Orthodox party leaving Netanyahu's coalition, risking government instability.
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A police operation in Rio de Janeiro against a criminal gang resulted in at least 120 people dead, including four police officers. The raid aimed to stop the Red Command gang from expanding its territory. The operation has faced criticism for the high number of deaths.
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More than 120 people died during a police raid in Rio de Janeiro.
At least four police officers were among the deceased.
The operation targeted a gang known as Comando Vermelho (Red Command).
The police conducted the raid with about 2,500 security personnel.
Residents reported difficulty accessing the area, with police blocking press and others.
Local residents laid out bodies in a public square to identify them.
Red Command is a major criminal group in Brazil, primarily involved in drug trafficking.
The United Nations criticized the high number of casualties from the operation.
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President Donald Trump suggested that the U.S. might resume nuclear weapons testing, which hasn't happened since 1992. His comments came amid growing nuclear activities by countries like Russia, China, and North Korea.
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President Trump suggested restarting U.S. nuclear weapons testing after 30 years.
Russia has been making nuclear threats during its conflict with Ukraine.
Russia recently tested new nuclear-powered weapons, including a missile and an underwater drone.
China's building more nuclear missile silos, and North Korea unveiled a new missile.
The U.S. last tested a nuclear bomb in 1992 and signed a treaty in 1996 to ban such tests.
The Energy Department, not the Defense Department, oversees U.S. nuclear testing.
President Trump's statement raised questions as it was posted before meeting China's leader, Xi Jinping.
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Virginia Giuffre's family expresses that the removal of Prince Andrew's royal title is a win for her bravery and honesty. Giuffre had accused Prince Andrew of sexual abuse, which he denied, and her family pledges to continue seeking accountability for others linked to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
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Virginia Giuffre accused Prince Andrew of sexually abusing her when she was a teenager.
She claimed the abuse happened on three occasions when she was underage.
Prince Andrew has denied these accusations.
Giuffre passed away earlier this year by suicide.
Her family describes the loss of Andrew's royal title as a "victory" for Giuffre's truth.
The family plans to keep pursuing justice against others involved with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
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In the Netherlands, the recent general election ended in a tie between Geert Wilders' far-right Party for Freedom and the centrist D66 party. Both parties won 26 seats, leading to an uncertain start for forming a new coalition government. Mainstream parties have expressed reluctance to partner with Wilders' PVV due to past disagreements on issues like migration.
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Geert Wilders' Party for Freedom (PVV) and the centrist D66 both won 26 seats in the Dutch general election.
The election result is unprecedented in Dutch history, with two parties tied for the lead.
D66 gained 17 seats from the previous election, while PVV lost 11 seats.
Forming a new coalition government is expected to be delayed due to the tie.
Mainstream parties, including D66, have ruled out forming a coalition with PVV.
The vote count is nearly complete, with mail ballots and certain locations still pending certification.
Previous political unrest and protests highlight the country's political polarization.
Other right-wing parties, like JA21, gained seats, indicating continued support for populism in the Netherlands.
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The stump of the Sycamore Gap tree in Northumberland is at risk due to tributes left by visitors. Protective measures have been taken to aid its regrowth after it was cut down, and people are urged to respect the site by keeping to pathways.
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The Sycamore Gap tree was a popular landmark near Hadrian's Wall.
Two men from Cumbria cut the tree down deliberately in September 2023.
The men were convicted of criminal damage and sentenced to over four years in prison.
The tree stump shows signs of potential regrowth.
The National Trust and Northumberland National Park Authority are protecting the stump with a wire mesh cage.
People have left physical tributes at the site, which could harm the regrowth.
Visitors are encouraged to share memories through photos and stories, not physical items.
The goal is to allow natural regrowth by keeping the area undisturbed.
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