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The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally, has confirmed her support for a £100 million fund linked to the Church of England’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. During a visit to Cape Coast Castle in Ghana, a historic site where enslaved Africans were held, she reflected on the Church’s role and stressed the need to help communities affected by the legacy of slavery.
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The Church of England set up a £100 million fund to address its role in the transatlantic slave trade.
Archbishop Dame Sarah Mullally made her first pastoral visit to Africa since becoming head of the Church.
Cape Coast Castle in Ghana was a key site where enslaved Africans were held before being sent to the Americas.
The Church of England previously apologized for its historic links to slavery, including involvement in slave plantations and ownership.
The £100 million fund aims to support investment, research, and engagement in communities harmed by slavery.
Some people disagree with the fund, questioning the Church’s level of involvement and raising other concerns.
Ghana’s government supports the reparations campaign and praised the Archbishop’s visit.
The Church continues to face pressure from both supporters and critics about the reparations initiative.
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Spain will send its military to Ceuta, a Spanish city in North Africa, to keep order after thousands of migrants crossed from Morocco, mostly by swimming. The incident caused nine deaths and has raised concerns in Europe, with Italy thinking about suspending its agreement with Spain on open borders within the EU.
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Thousands of migrants entered Ceuta, a Spanish territory in North Africa, coming from Morocco.
Many migrants crossed the border by swimming.
Nine people died during this border crossing event.
Spain decided to deploy its military to restore order and security in Ceuta.
The situation has caused tension within the European Union.
Italy is considering suspending the Schengen agreement, which allows free travel between some European countries, because of the crisis in Ceuta.
The migrant influx highlights challenges at the borders between Europe and Africa.
Ceuta is one of two Spanish enclaves located on the northern coast of Africa.
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George and Amal Clooney evacuated their home in Brignoles, France, due to wildfires in the region. They sent a note to the town’s mayor expressing concern for the community and their commitment to help rebuild. The wildfire burned about 130 hectares and injured four firefighters while efforts to fully extinguish it continued.
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George and Amal Clooney live in Brignoles, a town in southeastern France with about 18,000 people.
They evacuated their home because of wildfires in the area.
The Clooneys sent a note to Didier Bremond, the mayor, expressing hope that residents were safe and promising support.
The wildfire started on Wednesday, burned roughly 130 hectares (321 acres), and was contained but not fully out by early Thursday.
Four firefighters were injured while fighting the fire.
Wildfires are affecting large parts of southern Europe, including France, Spain, Greece, and reaching the U.K.
The Clooneys bought their home in France in 2021.
George Clooney has spoken positively about living on a farm in France for his family.
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Hundreds of migrants entered the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, located in North Africa, by swimming and using inflatable devices to cross from Morocco. Local leaders said the number of arrivals has overwhelmed resources and called on the Spanish government for help.
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Between 2,000 and 3,000 migrants arrived in Ceuta on one day, according to Spanish media estimates.
Migrants crossed by swimming around the border fence or running through a gate in the fence.
Ceuta is a Spanish territory on the northern coast of Morocco.
The arrival of migrants has put pressure on local services and resources.
Juan Jesús Vivas, the leader of Ceuta, has requested assistance from the Spanish government.
The Guardia Civil, Spain’s national police, has not officially confirmed the estimated number of arrivals.
Ceuta is a common entry point for migrants trying to reach Europe from North Africa.
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Iran threatened to retaliate against the United States after the U.S. carried out strikes in response to missile attacks on American forces in the Middle East. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard also warned Gulf countries that are assisting the U.S. in the conflict.
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The U.S. launched strikes against targets in Iran overnight as retaliation for missile attacks on American forces.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard announced it would respond by punishing the United States.
Iran extended its threat to Gulf countries that support the U.S. military actions.
The conflict involves missile attacks against U.S. forces in the Middle East.
The situation reflects rising tensions between Iran and the U.S. and its allies in the region.
The Iranian statement calls the U.S. the “aggressor” in this conflict.
The strikes and threats increase concerns about wider regional instability.
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The war involving the U.S. and Israel against Iran has lasted six months and affected the Middle East region. President Donald Trump has met with Saudi and Israeli leaders to discuss ways to manage the conflict, including military actions and diplomatic options.
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The war started in February and has spread across the Middle East.
Saudi Arabia and the U.S. jointly conducted strikes against Iranian-backed groups in Iraq and Yemen.
Saudi Arabia wants to avoid expanding the war and is cautious about Israel’s push for more action.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented President Trump with three strategies: removing Iran’s nuclear material, increasing economic pressure, or military strikes on supply routes.
Israel believes regime change in Iran is the only solution but U.S. intelligence doubts new strikes will remove the Iranian leadership.
President Trump prefers negotiating with the Iranian regime.
The United Arab Emirates also carried out airstrikes against Iran but kept them secret.
Gulf countries hosting U.S. troops have faced frequent drone and missile attacks.
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The White House and President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace are close to reaching an agreement with Hamas to disarm and demilitarize the Gaza Strip. This deal would allow a new Palestinian government to take control and begin rebuilding Gaza, though Hamas has not yet signed the agreement and some officials remain doubtful it will follow through.
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Hamas may soon agree to disarm and demilitarize Gaza under a 15-point plan negotiated by the U.S., Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey.
The disarmament is necessary for the new Palestinian technocratic government, called NCAG, to start governing Gaza.
Gaza suffered heavy destruction from a two-year war, leaving most of its 2 million residents living in temporary shelters.
Since the ceasefire on October 10, 2025, nearly 1,200 Palestinians have died, including militants and civilians.
The U.S. Board of Peace and regional mediators have pressured Hamas by cutting off its funding and worsening its financial situation.
Egypt’s intelligence chief is playing a key role in negotiations, while Iran is encouraging Hamas to delay the agreement.
The plan includes handing over all Hamas weapons, sharing tunnel and weapons facility locations, and establishing a Palestinian police force vetted by Israeli security services.
An international force would supervise the weapons storage, and anti-Hamas militias armed by Israel would also be disarmed.
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The biggest outbreak of cyclospora, a parasite that causes diarrhea, seems to be slowing down. However, new cases of the parasite continue to appear during the summer, and experts warn it may spread more.
Key Facts
Cyclospora is a parasite that can cause diarrhea in people.
The largest recent outbreak of cyclospora is decreasing.
New outbreaks with unknown sources are still happening.
Experts expect the parasite may spread further during summer.
Cyclospora often spreads through contaminated food or water.
People should be aware of hygiene and food safety to reduce risk.
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The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has caused over 1,500 deaths with more than 3,400 cases reported. The virus is spreading quickly, especially in the eastern region affected by conflict, and efforts to control it face many challenges.
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The DRC has reported 3,442 Ebola cases and 1,521 deaths as of the latest update.
The death toll increased by 50% in one week.
The outbreak is mainly in the Ituri province, which has nearly 90% of cases, but other provinces including Kisangani have reported cases.
Lack of a vaccine for the Bundibugyo Ebola variant and ongoing conflicts hinder response efforts.
Delays in tracing contacts and mistrust from local communities slow down virus control.
About 63% of recent deaths happened outside treatment centers due to unsafe handling of infected bodies.
Health workers have protested over unpaid wages and unsafe conditions, stopping some outbreak work.
The World Health Organization says the risk of Ebola spreading globally is low because it does not spread through the air.
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Argentina’s President Javier Milei signed a new law that allows the government to stop foreigners from entering or force them to leave if they spread hate or violence against Argentina or disrespect its national symbols. This decision follows negative reactions after Argentina lost in the World Cup final.
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The new measure lets Argentina refuse entry, deport, or cancel visas for foreigners who promote hatred against Argentines.
It applies to hateful words, actions, or disrespect towards Argentina’s symbols.
The decree came after criticism and hostility toward Argentina increased following the World Cup final loss.
Argentina has historically been welcoming to immigrants with constitutional support for immigration and access to rights.
The law marks a big change in Argentina’s open approach to foreigners.
The backlash began after controversial refereeing decisions in the World Cup and worsened after a fight involving Argentina’s team and Spain.
FIFA is investigating the Argentine Football Association for the fight and reports of racist abuse by fans.
Online petitions called for Argentina to be kicked out of the World Cup, showing strong negative sentiments against the country.
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The United Nations criticized Uganda for cracking down on people who disagree with the government. This comes after Uganda’s opposition leader Kizza Besigye fell ill in court while facing charges, and the country's government has been accused of limiting freedoms since recent elections.
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The UN Human Rights Commissioner Volker Turk condemned Uganda’s increasing pressure on critics and opposition groups.
Opposition leader Kizza Besigye, aged 70, collapsed and was hospitalized during a court hearing; he has been detained since November 2024.
President Yoweri K Museveni was declared winner of the January 2026 election for his seventh term.
Since the election, more than 50 opposition members, five journalists, and five human rights workers faced arrests, disappearances, and torture.
Ten civil society groups have been shut down forcibly, and some media outlets have been temporarily closed by the government.
The UN said Uganda’s government is creating fear, causing people to avoid speaking out and reducing public discussions.
The UN urged Uganda to stop military interference in government matters and focus on protecting human rights.
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Eastern New York experienced a historic storm that dumped more than two months’ worth of rain in just 36 hours, causing severe flooding in areas near Albany. This rare event is linked to climate change, as a warmer atmosphere holds more moisture, increasing the chance of intense rainfall.
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The storm brought up to 11.79 inches of rain in some towns near Albany like Schodack.
Albany received about 7 inches of rain, making it the city’s fourth-wettest July on record.
On July 29, Albany had 5.45 inches of rain, nearly one inch more than the usual monthly total for July.
Meteorologists say this event is a “1-in-1,000-year” rain, meaning it has less than a 0.1% chance to happen in any year.
A warmer atmosphere can hold about 7% more water for every 1 degree Celsius rise in temperature.
Flood warnings remain in effect south of Albany as rivers and streams continue to flood roads and low areas.
Heavy rain events like this are becoming more frequent due to global temperature increases.
Some roads are still closed due to flooding, and low water crossings may be unsafe to pass.
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A wildfire called the Quail Springs Fire is burning near Area 51 in Nevada and is only 7% contained. The fire started from lightning, covers over 13,500 acres, and is spreading in a military area that is closed to the public.
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The wildfire is located in the Nevada Test and Training Range, near the secretive Area 51 facility.
The fire began nearly a week ago due to lightning strikes.
So far, the fire is only 7% contained and has burned more than 13,500 acres (about 54.6 square kilometers).
Rough land, high heat, and dry winds are causing the fire to spread quickly.
An extreme heat warning is in effect until at least Sunday, with no rain expected soon.
No homes or public spaces are threatened by the fire, but the nearby small town of Rachel has a smoke warning.
Area 51 is a highly secure military site known for secrecy and conspiracy theories about aliens, but these claims are denied by the US government.
Other parts of the western US and Canada are also experiencing large wildfires, burning millions of acres of land.
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer spoke by video call with China’s Vice Premier He Lifeng to prepare for President Xi Jinping’s visit to the U.S. The meeting focused on future trade deals, including commitments on rare earth minerals and U.S. agricultural products, amid ongoing tensions over technology and national security.
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The video call lasted more than an hour and was described as friendly.
The call aimed to prepare for President Xi’s upcoming visit and possible trade agreements with President Trump.
Bessent stressed that China should meet its trade commitments on rare earth minerals and U.S. farm goods.
They discussed using Trade and Investment Boards to improve U.S.-China economic relations.
The U.S. has tried to limit China’s access to advanced microchips due to competition in artificial intelligence.
China has threatened to restrict minerals needed for advanced computer and weapons technology.
The Trump administration recently announced bans on certain Chinese robots and power inverters for security reasons.
The ongoing Iran war complicates U.S.-China relations, as China plans to sell missiles to Iran, a U.S. concern.
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The article discusses concerns that the current National Counterterrorism Strategy focuses too much on imagined terror threats. This approach could make the country less prepared for real dangers.
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The National Counterterrorism Strategy is a plan meant to protect the nation from terrorist attacks.
The article argues that the strategy emphasizes threats that may not be real.
Focusing on false threats could take attention away from actual terrorist risks.
This could reduce the effectiveness of counterterrorism efforts.
Proper focus is needed to keep the country safe from genuine threats.
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More than 1,500 migrants arrived in the Spanish city of Ceuta, located in North Africa, over the last week. Many migrants swam from Morocco using wetsuits and inflatable devices, which has caused reception centers in Ceuta to become overwhelmed and led local authorities to declare an emergency.
Key Facts
Over 1,500 migrants reached Ceuta by sea in one week.
Many migrants swam from Morocco using wetsuits and inflatables.
Ceuta is a Spanish city located in North Africa.
Local reception centers are overwhelmed by the number of arrivals.
Authorities in Ceuta have declared an emergency due to the situation.
The migrant surge has prompted calls for an emergency response from local officials.
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Dr. Trisha Pasricha shared three easy ways to improve gut health and overall well-being on CBS News. These tips aim to help people keep their digestive system healthy and feel better.
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Dr. Trisha Pasricha appeared on CBS News to give health advice.
She focused on improving gut health, which affects digestion.
The advice includes three simple steps anyone can follow.
Better gut health can improve overall health.
The information was presented on the CBS News app and program.
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Tanning beds are becoming popular again, especially among young people, despite the known risks. Using tanning beds greatly increases the chance of melanoma, a serious form of skin cancer, because the UV light they emit causes dangerous changes to the skin’s cells.
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Tanning beds emit more than 10 times the UV light that the sun does.
People who use tanning beds have almost three times the risk of developing melanoma compared to non-users.
UV light from tanning beds causes mutations in melanocytes, skin cells that can develop into melanoma.
DNA mutations in skin cells from tanning bed users are more than twice as common as in those only exposed to natural sunlight.
Over 100,000 new melanoma cases are expected in the U.S. in 2026, with about 8,500 deaths.
Many young adults on social media believe tanning looks better and ignore the risks, spreading misinformation about tanning safety.
A 2025 survey found many young people wrongly think a “base tan” protects against sunburn and prioritize tanning over skin protection.
Experts advise avoiding UV exposure during peak times and using sunscreen, but some social media users discourage these precautions.
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Scientists analyzed DNA from ancient mummies found in northern Chile and confirmed that smallpox was brought to the Americas by European colonizers. The study shows the smallpox strains in the Americas came from Europe and helped cause widespread deaths among Indigenous people after colonization began.
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Researchers studied 13 bone samples from an archaeological site in Camarones, northern Chile.
DNA from leg bone fragments of an adult man and woman showed evidence of smallpox infection.
The individuals likely died between 1492 and 1631, shortly after European contact.
The smallpox virus found fits genetically between medieval European strains and later versions.
This is the strongest scientific proof that European colonization introduced smallpox to the Americas.
The disease spread far south, possibly through Indigenous trade networks, before widespread European settlement.
The smallpox virus evolved over time, losing some genes to become more effective and deadly.
The disease caused massive loss of life, weakening Indigenous populations and aiding European conquest.
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France expelled Russian commentator Xenia Fedorova for sharing Kremlin propaganda on French TV. French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said the expulsion does not limit freedom of expression but protects the nation's fundamental interests.
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French authorities ordered Xenia Fedorova, a pro-Kremlin commentator, to leave France.
Fedorova was accused of spreading Russian government propaganda on French television.
She is currently under house arrest and must report daily to police.
Interior Minister Laurent Nunez stated the expulsion is not against freedom of expression.
Fedorova's lawyer plans to appeal the expulsion order.
Fedorova has worked with media owned by French billionaire Vincent Bolloré.
RT, a Russian news network where Fedorova once worked, is banned in France since 2022.
French officials say similar views will still be expressed by others in the country.
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