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The United States deputy ambassador to the UN, Dan Negrea, criticized France for what he called "disingenuous grandstanding" during a UN Security Council meeting about Ukraine. This came after France’s UN mission criticized the US for opposing a second term for UN human rights chief Volker Türk and compared the US to North Korea and Russia in a social media post.
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Dan Negrea is the US deputy ambassador to the United Nations.
Negrea accused France of "disingenuous grandstanding" during a Security Council discussion on Ukraine.
The criticism from France followed the US opposing a second term for Volker Türk as UN human rights chief.
France’s UN mission posted on X (formerly Twitter) comparing the US to North Korea and Russia regarding human rights.
France stated that the US used to be a "beacon of human rights," but said it is not anymore.
The US responded by calling itself a "beacon of liberty."
The disagreement reflects tensions between the US and France within the UN on human rights issues.
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William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, both faced stage 4 cancer at the same time but are now cancer-free. They are sharing their experience through a new podcast about health and healing.
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William Shatner was diagnosed with stage 4 malignant melanoma that had spread to his brain and lung.
Melanie found a breast lump a year before William's diagnosis but her doctor initially missed the serious signs.
Melanie had aggressive breast cancer that had spread into her chest.
She underwent chemotherapy, radiation, a double mastectomy, and immunotherapy.
William was a strong source of emotional support for Melanie during her treatment.
Both father and daughter are now free from cancer.
They created a podcast called "No Time But Now" about medicine, science, and spirituality.
William Shatner initially kept his diagnosis private to avoid hurting his chances of working.
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Captain Chris Philp was on patrol in the English Channel looking for illegal immigrant boats. When a French navy ship appeared, he believed they were trying to attack him, although his crew thought the shots fired were just test shots or exercises.
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Captain Chris Philp patrolled the English Channel to find illegal immigrant boats.
He was previously an immigration minister who helped rehouse newcomers.
On patrol, he spotted a child with a swimming aid but called in the RAF to intervene.
A French warship appeared and gunshots were fired nearby, which Philp perceived as an attack.
His crew thought the shots were either test fire or part of naval exercises.
Philp believed the French wanted to intimidate or eliminate him because of his actions.
The incident highlights tension between British patrols and the French navy.
Philp contacted Kemi, presumably a government official, to report the attack and request support.
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A study of over 16,000 adults aged 60 and older found that daily multivitamin use led to modest improvements in functional health after three years compared to placebo. The benefits were stronger for those with heart-related conditions but did not mean older adults suddenly gained new abilities.
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The study involved adults aged 60+ from the COcoa Supplement Multivitamins Outcomes Study (COSMOS).
Participants were randomly given either a multivitamin, cocoa extract, both, or placebos.
Those taking a multivitamin showed better functional health scores after three years.
Improvements were modest and mostly related to fewer symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath.
Benefits were strongest in people with cardiovascular issues, especially carotid stenosis.
Cocoa extract did not improve overall functional health, except in people with congestive heart failure.
Experts recommend multivitamins as a low-risk way to support health but not as replacements for good diet or exercise.
Tips for choosing supplements include looking for key nutrients like vitamins B12 and D, avoiding unclear ingredient blends, and checking for quality certifications.
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A leak of white phosphorus occurred at Osan Air Base, a U.S. military facility in South Korea, causing local officials to order a short evacuation of nearby residents. The authorities acted quickly to move people to safety while handling the situation.
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The leak happened at Osan Air Base, located near Pyeongtaek, South Korea.
The incident involved white phosphorus, a chemical substance often used in military operations.
Local officials told residents close to the base to evacuate temporarily for their safety.
The leak was detected around 5 p.m. local time on Tuesday.
The evacuation was a precaution while the situation was assessed and controlled.
The U.S. military base confirmed the accident but did not report any injuries.
Pyeongtaek is a city near Seoul, the capital of South Korea.
White phosphorus can cause harm if not handled properly, which is why authorities responded quickly.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the White House on July 28, 2026, to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump. The visit aims to secure new diplomatic and military help for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.
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Zelensky visited Washington to seek more U.S. support for Ukraine.
He met President Donald Trump at the White House.
The talks focus on increasing diplomatic and military aid.
Zelensky also attended the funeral of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, a strong supporter of Ukraine.
This visit tests a possible shift in President Trump’s position toward Ukraine.
The meeting follows ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
The event received coverage from international news agencies.
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U.S. diplomats left a United Nations Security Council meeting while French diplomats were speaking. This happened because of tensions between the U.S. and France over criticism of the U.S.’s human rights record.
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The U.S. walked out during a UN Security Council meeting on Monday.
French diplomats were speaking when the U.S. diplomats left.
The two countries have tensions about the U.S.’s human rights record.
On the previous Saturday, France criticized the U.S. at the UN in Geneva.
France was upset about the U.S. voting against the reappointment of the UN high commissioner for human rights, Volker Türk.
The U.S. vote against Volker Türk caused diplomatic friction between France and the U.S.
The incident highlights ongoing disagreements between the U.S. and France at international human rights forums.
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A heatwave in southwestern France is making it harder for firefighters to control a large forest fire in the Gironde area. Although calmer weather recently helped slow the fire, new heat warnings and evacuation orders are raising concerns that the fire could spread again.
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A large wildfire is burning in Gironde, a region in southwestern France.
Firefighters had some success stabilizing the fire due to calmer weather over the past two days.
The region is now under a yellow heat warning, indicating high temperatures.
New evacuation orders took effect on July 28, 2026, for some areas.
The heatwave increases the risk of the fire growing out of control again.
French authorities are actively monitoring the situation and managing evacuations.
The wildfire is part of a broader pattern of intense fires linked to rising temperatures.
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The man who attacked Berlin's Pride event was known to police and was listed as a strong supporter of ISIS. Experts say German authorities had been monitoring him because of his extremist views and past crimes. There is also ongoing concern about hate crimes targeting LGBTQ+ people in Germany.
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The attacker at Berlin Pride was a known suspect to German police.
He was described as a "hardcore ISIS sympathizer" by an extremism expert.
German authorities had the attacker on a government watchlist for extremism.
The attack happened during a Pride event, which celebrates LGBTQ+ rights.
There are data showing hate crimes against LGBTQ+ people in Germany.
Experts monitor extremist individuals to prevent attacks and violence.
The attacker had committed other crimes before this incident.
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Ruby Chen, the father of Itay Chen, an Israeli-American soldier who died in attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023, shared his memories of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham. The story reflects on their interactions and experiences following the tragic event.
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Itay Chen was an Israeli-American soldier serving in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
He was killed during attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023.
Ruby Chen, his father, shared personal memories about Senator Lindsey Graham.
The article highlights the connection between the family and the U.S. senator.
This story appeared in a CBS News report.
The focus is on the aftermath of the October 7 attacks and personal reflections.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Donald Trump will meet for the first time since they started a joint conflict involving Iran. They will discuss their relationship, a deal involving Lebanon and Hezbollah, and efforts to expand a peace agreement called the Abraham Accords.
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Netanyahu and President Trump have not met since beginning a joint war against Iran.
The meeting aims to address tensions between the two leaders.
Netanyahu is facing pressure at home due to an upcoming election and his strained relationship with Trump.
President Trump is under pressure to end the war because it has hurt the economy and raised prices in the U.S.
They will talk about the agreement the U.S. and Israel made with Lebanon about the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
The leaders plan to discuss expanding the Abraham Accords, a peace agreement between Israel and other countries.
A White House official provided information about the meeting but requested anonymity.
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The Department for Transport reported that the busiest commuter train in England and Wales last autumn was a Thameslink service between Bedford and Three Bridges, with overcrowding slightly decreasing overall due to increased capacity. Four South Western services and two Thameslink routes are among the top ten busiest, and work is ongoing to improve space during peak hours.
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The most crowded train was a Thameslink morning service from Bedford to Three Bridges with a load factor of 176%.
Overcrowding on commuter trains in major English and Welsh cities fell slightly compared to autumn 2024.
About 1.1% of peak-time travelers were on overcrowded trains.
More than 1.2 million of 1.9 million daily autumn journeys were in London.
South Western Railway increased capacity by nearly 30% in the last year with new trains.
Thameslink trains include extra standing room and have added services to reduce crowding.
The data comes from passenger counts on weekdays between September and December 2025.
A quarter of passengers traveling in and out of London during peak times had to stand; in other cities, only 5% stood.
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The U.S. and Taiwan coast guards held a rare joint exercise to work together on maritime safety issues like storms, drug trafficking, and illegal fishing. This cooperation is part of a 2021 agreement and takes place amid ongoing tensions with China, which claims Taiwan as its territory.
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The American Institute in Taiwan shared photos of U.S. and Taiwanese coast guard ships working together during typhoon season.
The joint exercise focuses on shared concerns such as disaster relief, marine resource protection, and combating illegal activities at sea.
The cooperation follows a 2021 memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Taiwan on maritime law enforcement.
China claims Taiwan as its own and has increased its coast guard presence near Taiwan in recent years.
The U.S. disagrees with China's patrols near Taiwan, calling them a threat to regional stability.
While the U.S. supports Taiwan's security, it keeps official ties low-profile to avoid provoking China.
The two coast guards recently stopped a semiconductor smuggling case, protecting sensitive technology from possible military use by China.
The U.S. Coast Guard cutter USCGC Midgett sailed with Taiwan’s patrol vessel CG5005 Taipei during the exercise.
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Firefighters in Spain and France are fighting some of the worst wildfires ever seen in western Europe. More hot and dry weather is expected, which may make the fires harder to control.
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Wildfires are burning across Spain and France.
These fires are among the worst in western Europe’s history.
Firefighters are actively working to stop the spread of the fires.
Weather forecasts predict continued hot and dry conditions.
Dry weather increases the risk and intensity of wildfires.
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President Donald Trump will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on Tuesday. This meeting happens shortly before Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral, which Zelenskyy is attending after Graham helped arrange sanctions on countries buying Russian oil and gas.
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President Trump and President Zelenskyy will meet on Tuesday at the White House.
This is their second meeting in the same month.
Zelenskyy is visiting Washington to attend Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral.
Senator Graham made a final effort to support Ukraine by securing sanctions on countries buying Russian energy.
Zelenskyy announced his arrival in the U.S. on social media and shared his visit’s goals.
A far-right activist close to President Trump recently changed position on Russia’s war in Ukraine.
The funeral service for Senator Graham is held at Washington National Cathedral.
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A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 hit southern Japan on Tuesday. Dozens of people were injured, and some buildings were damaged, according to officials.
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The earthquake measured 7.1 on the Richter scale.
It occurred in southern Japan.
Dozens of people were reported injured.
Several buildings sustained damage.
The Japan Meteorological Agency reported the earthquake.
The event happened on a Tuesday.
Emergency services responded to the incident.
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Nearly 4,000 people are being evacuated from tourist areas near Bordeaux, France, due to wildfires made worse by strong winds and heat. France and Spain are fighting severe wildfires that have forced hundreds of thousands of people to leave their homes, with fires in both countries setting new records for size and damage.
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About 4,000 people are evacuated from campsites and holiday spots around Lacanau near Bordeaux in France.
Wildfires in the Gironde department have destroyed 42,000 hectares (104,000 acres) of forest.
French President Emmanuel Macron described the situation as the toughest wildfire crisis since World War II.
Wildfires are also burning in other parts of France, including the Alps and the southeast Var area.
Spain is facing its largest wildfire on record near Ávila, burning 50,000 hectares.
Approximately 330,000 people have been evacuated in France, Spain, and Italy due to wildfires recently.
European Union countries are sending firefighting planes and helicopters to help France and Spain.
Experts warn that wildfires may continue into November, with 2026 possibly becoming a record year for burnt land in Europe.
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A woman killed in 1936 and buried under a building in Toronto has been identified using advanced DNA testing. The victim, Mary McLeod Moffat, was a Scottish immigrant to Canada, and her husband is believed to have been responsible for her murder.
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The woman was murdered around April 1936 and buried intentionally.
Her remains were found in 1995 during building demolition in Toronto.
Police used investigative genetic genealogy, a DNA method that builds family trees, to identify her.
Mary McLeod Moffat immigrated from Scotland to Canada in 1913.
Her husband, Andrew Lloyd Moffat, is suspected to have killed her; he later lived under a false name and died in 1985.
DNA samples from relatives confirmed her identity.
This case is one of two old Toronto murders recently solved using this DNA method.
The other case identified a woman who died in a 2004 car crash fire.
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A new study from Purdue University looked at how different drinks affect mouth acidity, which can wear down tooth enamel over time. The study found that unsweetened sparkling water causes a smaller and shorter increase in mouth acidity than sugary soda, suggesting it may be a safer choice for teeth when consumed in moderation.
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Researchers tested saliva acidity after drinking sugar soda, unsweetened sparkling water, calcium-fortified sparkling water, and plain water.
Soda caused the biggest and longest-lasting drop in mouth pH (more acidic), which can harm tooth enamel.
Sparkling waters caused only a temporary acid increase, with levels returning close to normal within 20 minutes.
Mouth acidity stayed above 5.5 for sparkling waters, a threshold below which enamel can start to dissolve.
The study involved 20 adult participants drinking each beverage on separate occasions.
Frequent sipping of acidic drinks can increase the risk of tooth erosion by not allowing the mouth’s natural balance to recover.
Long-term dental effects depend on how often and how long teeth are exposed to these drinks, and whether they contain sugar.
Experts advise that while sparkling water is less risky than soda, it is not completely harmless for teeth.
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Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi visited Turkiye to improve cooperation on security, water, and economic issues, including oil exports. The two countries are negotiating a new oil pipeline agreement and exploring ways to boost trade and infrastructure projects despite challenges.
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This is Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s first visit to Turkiye since taking office in May.
The visit focuses on strategic cooperation, especially on security, water management, and economic ties.
Iraq and Turkiye are working on a new oil-export deal after the previous one expired; Turkiye wants higher fees and a minimum export volume.
Iraq aims to find new oil export routes through Turkiye and Syria to avoid reliance on the Strait of Hormuz.
Iraq recently signed energy deals worth $200 billion with U.S. companies to increase oil and gas production.
A major transport project called the Development Route would connect Iraq’s southern port to the Turkiye-Syria border via rail and highways but has faced delays due to security issues.
Water issues are a concern, as Iraq accuses Turkiye of building dams that reduce water flow to Iraqi rivers.
Iraq wants to benefit from Turkish expertise in energy, infrastructure, and transport to support its development plans.
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