New World screwworm cases have been reported in Texas, and KXAN is tracking their locations. The New World screwworm is a parasitic insect that can cause harm to animals.
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New World screwworm (NWS) cases have appeared in Texas.
KXAN is monitoring the number and locations of these cases.
The New World screwworm is a parasite that affects animals by laying eggs in wounds.
These parasitic flies can cause serious damage to livestock and wildlife.
Tracking cases helps authorities manage and control outbreaks.
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Pro-Palestinian activists gathered in Mexico City at the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They formed a large human Palestinian flag to draw attention to the Palestinian cause during the global event.
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The demonstration took place in Mexico City.
It happened during the opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Activists created a giant human Palestinian flag.
The goal was to highlight the Palestinian struggle.
The World Cup is one of the most-watched events worldwide.
Organizers aimed to use the event’s global audience to spread their message.
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The Backstreet Boys released a music video for their song "Bottle Up," which is part of the new movie "Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie." The band discussed the song and shared how their children reacted when they learned the band would be included in the film.
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The Backstreet Boys created a song called "Bottle Up" for "Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie."
They released a music video for this song.
The band appeared on "CBS Mornings" to talk about the song and video.
The movie is part of the "Paw Patrol" franchise, which is popular with children.
The band members shared how their own kids felt about their involvement in the movie.
The song is featured in the soundtrack of the new "Paw Patrol" movie.
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Many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia are experiencing more online racism, which is harming their mental health. A federal inquiry received hundreds of reports about racist posts on social media, and the Australian Human Rights Commission has asked the government to make social media companies prevent harmful and racist content.
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A video making fun of Aboriginal identity by a white woman claiming to be Aboriginal has gone viral and caused upset.
Online racism against First Nations people is increasing and spreading through social media algorithms that promote divisive content.
Over 420 submissions were made to a federal inquiry on racism, hate, and violence against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The Australian Human Rights Commission recommends a "digital duty of care" for social media companies to reduce racist content.
Groups like Helping Our Mob Everywhere report a rise in offensive and harmful posts targeting Indigenous people and elders.
Social media content creators like Sam Bennell say their posts about Aboriginal culture are often targeted by racist comments.
The woman who posted the viral video calls it "satire" and compares it to other comedy that mocks groups, but many see it as harmful and racist.
Social media platforms like Facebook are criticized for not doing enough to remove harmful racist content.
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Antarctica’s west coast is missing a large area of winter sea ice, about the size of France, mainly around the Bellingshausen Sea. This unusual loss of sea ice is linked to very high temperatures and could harm local wildlife like penguins and krill, as well as contribute to rising global sea levels.
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The Bellingshausen Sea near Antarctica’s west coast is almost completely free of winter sea ice, about 650,000 square kilometers less than usual.
This area normally freezes over in winter, but recent satellite images show little to no ice there.
Temperatures recently reached 15.4°C, which is more than 20°C above the normal average for that region and season.
Scientists warn that the loss of sea ice could worsen heatwaves on the Antarctic Peninsula.
The missing ice affects krill, a small sea animal that is important food for many Antarctic species.
Emperor penguin chicks died in large numbers last year due to breeding failures linked to changing ice conditions.
The loss of sea ice could speed up the melting of nearby glaciers, raising global sea levels.
Experts believe changes in the ocean and possibly global warming are causing these unusual conditions.
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When the Taliban took control of Afghanistan, women cyclists faced serious danger and could no longer compete. A secret plan was created to safely smuggle these professional female cyclists out of the country.
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The Taliban regained power in Afghanistan.
Women cyclists, once competing internationally, became targets for danger.
An unusual and secret rescue plan was created to help these cyclists escape.
The operation was carried out in complete secrecy to ensure their safety.
Reporters Matteo Born and Alain Rimbert reported on this event.
The situation highlights the risks women face under Taliban rule.
The story was featured by France 24 on June 12, 2026.
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The UK government is facing criticism over its defence spending and strategy, with former defence ministers saying it is not providing enough resources to keep the country safe. The government plans to increase defence spending and commitments to NATO amid changing global threats and a shift away from reliance on the United States for protection.
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The UK currently spends about £66 billion on defence, which supports the armed forces and the country’s nuclear weapons.
Defence budgets fell after the Cold War but have recently increased as global threats from other countries like Russia and Iran grow.
The government has struggled with defence spending, often being late and over budget on military equipment purchases.
Military threats are shifting toward technology such as drones, cyber warfare, and space, instead of traditional large weapons and ships.
The United States expects European allies, including the UK, to increase their defence spending to meet NATO targets.
The UK spent 2.3% of its national output on defence last year and plans to raise this to 2.5% next year, aiming for 3.5% by 2035.
The UK government promises to lead military efforts in Ukraine, the Strait of Hormuz, and the Arctic under NATO commitments.
Some critics say the government has not allocated enough funds to meet these defence spending promises.
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Archaeologists found signs of a female-led society in the ancient city of Catalhoyuk in present-day Turkiye. They studied 300 skeletons from this 9,000-year-old site and found that women and girls were the heads of families.
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The discovery took place in Catalhoyuk, a city in modern-day Turkiye.
Catalhoyuk is about 9,000 years old.
Researchers examined 300 skeletons from the site.
Evidence suggests women and girls led families in this community.
This challenges common ideas about ancient societies being male-led.
The finding gives new insight into gender roles in early human history.
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Actor Shawn Hatosy talks about his role as Dr. Jack Abbot on the medical drama "The Pitt." He describes his character as calm during difficult times but currently facing challenges that require teamwork.
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Shawn Hatosy plays Dr. Jack Abbot on the TV show "The Pitt."
He started as a guest star and became a popular character.
Dr. Jack Abbot is known for staying calm in tough situations.
Both Dr. Abbot and another character named Robby are going through struggles.
The show is a medical drama aired on CBS.
Shawn Hatosy won an Emmy Award for this role.
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Palestinian-American comedian Mo Amer uses humor to cope with pain and to raise awareness about the experiences of Palestinians. He continues to perform on stage, even during difficult times, to share his story and connect with audiences.
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Mo Amer is a Palestinian-American comedian, actor, and writer.
He uses comedy to address serious and painful issues related to his background.
This story originally aired on November 7, 2025, and includes archival content.
The episode features Mo Amer sharing his experience and perspective through humor.
The production involved multiple team members for editing, sound, and video.
The podcast is produced by Al Jazeera and available on social media platforms.
The story highlights the role of comedy in breaking silence and promoting understanding.
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Tornadoes struck central U.S. states including Illinois and Indiana, causing severe damage, power outages, and flight delays. One man in Iowa died after being hit by a falling tree during the storms. High heat and humidity also affected northeastern states.
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A tornado destroyed a home in Streator, Illinois, trapping a man who was rescued by a police officer and a photojournalist.
Several tornadoes hit Illinois and Indiana late Thursday, damaging homes, trees, and power lines.
At least one death was reported in Iowa when a man was struck by a falling tree during the storms.
Hundreds of thousands of people lost power, and over 1,000 flights were canceled or delayed, especially in Pennsylvania, Illinois, and New York.
Tornado warnings extended as far as Michigan, with nearly two dozen tornadoes recorded in three days.
Streator established a family-reunification center for residents displaced by the storms.
Major disruptions occurred at airports in Chicago, Philadelphia, and New York due to the severe weather.
Heat and high humidity affected parts of the northeast and mid-Atlantic states alongside the storms.
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The article emphasizes that the United States must keep a strong and reliable commitment to protecting South Korea. This is important because recent changes to North Korea’s constitution could signal increased threats from that country.
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North Korea has made changes to its constitution.
These changes might lead to more aggressive actions by North Korea.
The United States has promised to help protect South Korea.
Maintaining this promise is crucial for regional security.
Any weakening of the U.S. commitment could increase risks in East Asia.
South Korea relies on U.S. support to deter North Korean threats.
The article suggests concerns about North Korea’s future plans based on constitutional changes.
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President Donald Trump said that reports about the terms of a possible ceasefire deal with Iran were false. He denied that the leaked details matched the real agreement and criticized Iran for not dealing in good faith.
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President Trump called the reported ceasefire terms “fake news” and said they were not the real deal.
Iranian state media published seven main points of a possible agreement, but Iran showed little compromise on key issues like its nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz.
The report said Iran would start new nuclear talks 60 days after signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the US.
Iran did not agree to give up control of the Strait of Hormuz but discussed maritime security with Oman.
Some frozen Iranian assets would be released after signing, with more talks planned on sanctions and war damage.
The US reportedly committed to ending Israel's attacks in Lebanon as part of the deal.
Recently, the US and Iran exchanged military strikes, and planned US attacks were stopped due to a diplomatic breakthrough.
President Trump called drone attacks near the Strait of Hormuz “totally unacceptable.”
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A Toronto police officer was killed during a police operation linked to a shooting at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto earlier this year. One suspect was arrested with gunshot wounds, and another suspect is still being searched for by police.
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A Toronto police officer, Constable Marc Pinizzotto, was fatally shot during a raid on a high-rise building in North York, Toronto.
The raid was related to a shooting at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto that happened in March 2026.
One 19-year-old suspect, Nicholas Bennett, was arrested and will face first-degree murder charges for the officer's death.
Another 19-year-old suspect, Zara Jabbi, is considered armed and dangerous and is being hunted by police.
The U.S. Consulate shooting involved two people firing multiple shots at the building before driving away.
U.S. prosecutors linked the consulate shooting to Mohammad Baqer Saad Al-Saadi, an Iraqi accused of leading a terrorist network tied to Iran.
Police also mentioned ongoing investigations into other shootings connected to this case but gave no details.
The U.S. Ambassador to Canada expressed condolences to the officer’s family and honored his service.
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Scientists filmed a goblin shark alive in its natural deep-sea home for the first time. These rare sharks live very far underwater and had only been seen before when caught by fishermen.
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The goblin shark lives thousands of feet deep in the ocean, often in total darkness.
Researchers captured video of the shark in the Pacific Ocean’s Tonga Trench in 2024.
A second sighting was found in old footage from 2019 near Jarvis Island and Palmyra Atoll.
The 2024 sighting showed the shark living nearly 700 meters deeper than previously known.
Goblin sharks are about 12 feet long, have a pink, flexible body, and a large nose with sharp teeth.
The species is considered a "living fossil," existing for about 125 million years.
These discoveries expanded what scientists know about where goblin sharks live.
Understanding their habitat helps include the species in conservation and biodiversity plans.
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Ten years after the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union in 2016, the effects of Brexit are still felt across the country. This report looks at how Brexit has changed trade, work, and political feelings, especially in places like Boston, England, where many people supported leaving but now have doubts.
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On June 23, 2016, 52% of UK voters chose to leave the EU, while 48% wanted to remain.
Boston, a town in eastern England, had the highest Leave vote at 75%.
Many people in Boston now feel Brexit has not brought the benefits they expected.
Brexit has made trade with the EU harder and affected jobs, as EU citizens can no longer work in the UK without visas.
Some farms have hired workers from countries like Kenya due to new visa rules replacing EU workers.
Brexit led to more nationalistic feelings in the UK, helping parties like Reform UK become more popular.
Nigel Farage, a key figure in the Brexit campaign, remains influential in British politics.
Some young people in the UK worry that leaving the EU has hurt their future opportunities.
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José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, former prime minister of Spain, is under investigation for possible tax fraud after police found jewelry worth more than €1.3 million in his office safe. He is also being investigated for alleged influence-peddling connected to a government bailout of the Spanish airline Plus Ultra during the Covid pandemic.
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Zapatero led Spain’s socialist government from 2004 to 2011.
Police found jewelry valued at about €1.3 million during a search on May 19.
Authorities suspect tax fraud because there is no paperwork showing taxes paid on the jewelry.
Zapatero is also being investigated for influence-peddling related to the bailout of Plus Ultra airline.
Influence-peddling means using power to get benefits for others in exchange for favors.
Zapatero’s spokesperson said some jewelry was inherited and some bought during trips; they apologized for earlier undervaluing the collection.
Zapatero denies any wrongdoing and says he will cooperate with the investigation.
His successor, Pedro Sánchez, faces separate corruption investigations involving his family and government.
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John Healey resigned as defence secretary, criticizing Prime Minister Keir Starmer for lacking authority over Chancellor Rachel Reeves in government financial decisions. The article explores tensions between Starmer and Reeves, focusing on disagreements over defence spending and government priorities.
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John Healey resigned as defence secretary, citing insufficient defence funding.
Healey accused Prime Minister Starmer of being unable to challenge Chancellor Reeves.
Starmer and Reeves are close allies who often present policies together.
Reeves is the only cabinet minister guaranteed by Starmer to remain until the next election.
Starmer has been criticized for allowing Reeves to drive key government decisions, including budget cuts.
The defence funding plan was contested: the Ministry of Defence asked for £28bn, reduced to £18bn, while the Treasury offered only £12bn.
Starmer settled on a £13.5bn defence investment, mostly reallocated from other departments.
Tensions grew due to Reeves’ resistance and perceived political positioning, leading to Healey's surprise resignation.
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Wafa Mustafa’s father was taken by armed men in Syria in 2013 and never seen again. She now works to raise awareness about the thousands of people who disappeared during the Syrian conflict, including making a documentary about her search for truth and justice.
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Wafa Mustafa’s father was abducted in Damascus in 2013 during the Syrian conflict.
Over 177,000 people have been forcibly disappeared in Syria since 2011, according to the Syrian Network for Human Rights.
Many disappeared people were detained, tortured, or killed by the Bashar al-Assad regime or other armed groups.
After Assad’s fall, the new leader is Ahmad al-Sharaa, but the issue of disappeared people remains unresolved.
Mustafa teamed up with filmmaker Waad Al-Kateab to co-direct a documentary called Maybe Tomorrow about forced disappearances.
The film premiered at Sheffield DocFest and follows Mustafa’s search for her father and the impact of waiting for answers.
Mustafa has spoken at United Nations meetings and organized vigils to raise awareness about Syria’s missing people.
The documentary aims to show the emotional pain of families who can’t find out what happened to their loved ones.
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The United States plans to reduce the number of fighter jets and warships it sends to NATO forces in Europe. This change comes while European countries work to strengthen their defenses because of concerns about possible Russian attacks following the invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
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The U.S. is cutting back fighter jets and warships provided to NATO in Europe.
This decision was reported by the New York Times.
European nations are increasing their defense efforts since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.
The invasion raised fears that Russia might attack a NATO member country.
NATO is a military alliance of countries from Europe and North America.
The reduction involves military equipment, not necessarily troop numbers.
The report focuses on changes in U.S. military support to Europe.
These adjustments reflect shifting defense strategies in response to security concerns.
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