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Tropical Storm Chantal has developed off the southeast coast of the United States. The National Hurricane Center has issued warnings for parts of the Carolinas, where storm conditions are expected. The storm is moving slowly and is predicted to strengthen before reaching South Carolina's coast.
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Tropical Storm Chantal formed near the southeast U.S. coast.
The National Hurricane Center issued warnings for parts of the Carolinas.
Storm conditions are expected later on Saturday in these areas.
At 9 a.m. EDT, Chantal was about 150 miles south-southeast of Charleston, South Carolina.
It was also about 240 miles south-southwest of Wilmington, North Carolina.
Chantal’s winds are currently 40 mph (65 kph).
The storm is moving north at 2 mph (4 kph).
Chantal is predicted to reach the South Carolina coast on Sunday morning.
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A forestry worker injured in a wildfire in Izmir, Turkey, has died, increasing the fire-related death toll to three. The fire in the Odemis district has been brought under control, but firefighting efforts continue in other areas, including Hatay province near Syria. Since June 26, Turkey has dealt with over 600 wildfires, exacerbated by strong winds and dry conditions.
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A forestry worker named Ragip Sahin died from injuries sustained while fighting a wildfire in Izmir, Turkey.
The fire in Odemis district is now under control, but it destroyed about 5,000 hectares (12,400 acres) of land.
In total, the wildfires have led to three deaths, including an elderly man and a backhoe operator.
More than 50,000 people had to evacuate due to the fire threat.
Firefighters are still combating another large fire in Dortyol, Hatay province.
Over 600 wildfires have occurred in Turkey since June 26, fueled by high winds and dry weather.
Turkey sent firefighting help to Syria to battle fires in its Latakia region.
Turkey has detained 44 suspects in connection with 65 separate fires across the country.
Wildfires in Turkey this year have burned over 49,652 hectares (122,700 acres) of land.
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At the Glastonbury music festival in Britain, two performers spoke out against Israel's actions in Gaza and criticized the British government. One of these performances, by Bob Vylan, led to controversy involving the BBC, which broadcasted the event.
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Glastonbury is Britain's largest music festival.
Two artists criticized Israel's actions in Gaza during the festival.
Bob Vylan made on-stage remarks that sparked controversy.
The BBC livestreamed Bob Vylan's performance.
The controversy involved the BBC due to their broadcast of the event.
In the U.S., Zohran Mamdani received media attention for his views against Israel's actions in Gaza.
Abdaljawad Omar discussed anti-Palestinian sentiment in Israel during a separate segment.
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Israel has conducted multiple drone attacks on southern Lebanon, killing one person and injuring several others, despite a ceasefire with Hezbollah. These attacks mainly target Hezbollah and occur regularly, even beyond southern areas, affecting places like Beirut. Lebanon reports significant casualties due to these ongoing actions.
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Israel carried out three drone attacks in southern Lebanon.
One person died and several others were injured in these attacks.
The attacks violated a ceasefire made between Israel and Hezbollah in November.
An Israeli drone hit a vehicle in Bint Jbeil, killing one person and wounding two.
Another drone strike in Shebaa injured one person and damaged a house.
Israeli forces targeted the town of Chaqra, resulting in two injuries.
Since the ceasefire, 250 people have died and 609 have been injured in Lebanon.
Hezbollah refuses to disarm despite pressure from a US envoy and ongoing Israeli actions.
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A long-lost typewriter prototype from the 1940s, called the MingKwai, has been rediscovered. Invented by Lin Yutang, this typewriter was crucial in adapting Chinese characters for modern computing, an important step for China's technological development.
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The MingKwai typewriter was designed by Lin Yutang, a famous Chinese linguist and writer.
The typewriter allowed users to type Chinese characters despite their complexity.
The physical prototype was considered lost until it was found in a basement in New York.
The machine was crafted with help from Mergenthaler Linotype, a notable U.S. typesetting company.
Lin Yutang's invention was an important part of China's transition into modern computing.
Chinese characters pose unique challenges for typing because they are pictographs, not letters.
Lin Yutang aimed to preserve the Chinese language while integrating Western technology.
The rediscovery of the prototype was confirmed by Stanford historian Thomas Mullaney.
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A charity called Fareshare is finding it hard to meet the rising demand for food help in Cumbria. They delivered 300 tonnes of leftover food last year and need more vans to handle the growing need. Fareshare also seeks more local support from charities and businesses to increase their food supply.
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Fareshare is a charity that redistributes leftover food to people in need.
In Cumbria, they delivered 300 tonnes of surplus food last year.
The charity provides meals either for free or at a reduced price.
The demand for these meals has increased significantly since the Covid-19 pandemic.
Fareshare currently lacks enough vans to make all necessary deliveries, especially in Carlisle.
They are asking for help from local charities and businesses to get more vans on the road.
Some users like Leanne Hackett and Diane Snedker rely on Fareshare to help with the cost of living.
The charity has had to cut the amount of food it gives to each group because there is more demand than supply.
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North Korea has opened a luxury beach resort on its eastern coast in Wonsan. Although the resort can host many guests, North Korea remains mostly closed to foreign tourists, with only Russians likely visiting due to a new treaty.
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North Korea opened a new beach resort in Wonsan on the east coast.
The resort is called the Wonsan Kalma Coastal Tourist Area.
It has about 400 buildings, including hotels and villas, for 20,000 guests.
The area also includes attractions like a water park, gym, and concert hall.
Tourism is seen as a way for North Korea to gain foreign currency despite international sanctions.
North Korea had delays building the resort due to sanctions and the COVID pandemic.
Foreign tourists remain mostly restricted, with Russians as likely first visitors due to a 2024 treaty.
Most North Koreans live in poverty, affecting the potential economic benefits of domestic tourism.
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The new children's book "Papilio" tells the story of a caterpillar named Papilio who turns into a butterfly. The book, created by three friends, shows the three life stages of a butterfly, focusing on themes of growth and transformation.
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"Papilio" is a children's book about a caterpillar's journey to becoming a butterfly.
The book is told in three parts, each showing a different stage of a butterfly's life.
The creators are Ben Clanton, Corey R. Tabor, and Andy Chou Musser, who are friends.
Each part is illustrated in a different style to match the caterpillar's changes.
The caterpillar, named Papilio, begins as adventurous, then turns into a chrysalis.
The chrysalis stage involves a bird taking her on an unexpected adventure.
The butterfly stage shows Papilio learning to fly and that it's okay to make mistakes.
The book encourages teamwork and collaboration, reflecting how the authors worked together.
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The River Seine in Paris is now open to swimmers for the first time in about 100 years after a major clean-up costing over a billion euros. This effort improved the water quality for the 2024 Olympics, making it safe for public swimming at designated areas near famous landmarks like Notre-Dame and the Eiffel Tower.
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Swimming in the River Seine was banned about 100 years ago but is now allowed again after a big clean-up.
The clean-up cost around 1.4 billion euros to make the water suitable for swimming and Olympic events.
Designated swimming spots include areas near Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower.
Officials have highlighted potential dangers like strong currents and boat traffic.
Lifeguards will check swimmers’ abilities before they can swim independently.
There will be daily checks for water pollution levels, and swimming areas will close after heavy rain.
The clean-up involved connecting 2,000 new sewage system lines to improve water quality.
The new swimming access fulfills an old promise dating back to 1988, initially proposed by former mayor Jacques Chirac.
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Ukraine is experiencing increased airstrikes from Russia. The Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has asked former U.S. President Donald Trump for more air defense weapons to help protect Ukrainian cities.
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Ukraine is facing more frequent airstrikes from Russia during the summer.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is seeking additional air defense support.
Zelenskyy has specifically reached out to former President Donald Trump for help.
Air defense munitions are weapons that help protect against attacks from the air.
The request is aimed at safeguarding Ukrainian cities from these air attacks.
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Nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran are set to start again on July 5, 2025, in Oslo. NPR's Scott Simon discussed the potential for a new nuclear agreement with Richard Nephew, a researcher at Columbia University.
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The U.S. and Iran will hold nuclear talks on July 5, 2025.
These talks will take place in Oslo, the capital city of Norway.
The focus is on reaching a new nuclear deal between the U.S. and Iran.
Richard Nephew, a senior research scholar at Columbia University, spoke about the talks.
NPR's Scott Simon conducted the interview with Richard Nephew.
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The River Seine in Paris is open to public swimming again for the first time since 1923. The reopening is part of improvements made for the 2024 Olympics, and it includes three designated swimming areas with facilities for public use.
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The River Seine was closed to public swimmers for 100 years due to water pollution.
Paris made significant efforts, spending over €1.4 billion, to clean the river ahead of the 2024 Olympics.
There are now three areas where people can swim in the Seine, near the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, and eastern Paris.
These swimming spots have facilities like changing rooms and showers, and can accommodate 300 people.
Swimmers can use these areas for free until the end of August, with age restrictions of 10 or 14 years depending on the location.
Lifeguards are on duty to ensure swimmer safety.
Efforts to reopen the Seine to swimmers were initiated by former Mayor Jacques Chirac in 1988.
Despite successful cleaning, pollution concerns existed due to rain-related water quality issues before the Olympics.
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Families in Barnsley might get up to £100 per child to help with the cost of school uniforms and supplies. The local council plans to spend £2.7 million on this voucher program, which needs approval at a meeting on July 9th. If approved, secondary school pupils would get £100 vouchers and primary school pupils would get £50 vouchers.
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Barnsley Council plans to give vouchers to families for school uniforms and equipment.
The council plans to spend £2.7 million on the voucher scheme.
Secondary school pupils would receive £100 in vouchers.
Primary school pupils would receive £50 in vouchers.
Year 11 pupils would also get study materials and health information.
The scheme aims to reduce financial pressure and improve school attendance.
Vouchers would be available at local post offices.
About 37,000 pupils are expected to benefit from the scheme.
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Mariska Hargitay, known for her role in "Law & Order: SVU," explores her family's past in the HBO documentary "My Mom Jayne." The film reveals the complex family story, including the discovery that her biological father is not Mickey Hargitay but a singer named Nelson Sardelli.
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Mariska Hargitay is an actress best known for "Law & Order: SVU."
Her mother, Jayne Mansfield, was a famous actress who died in a car crash when Mariska was three.
Mariska made a documentary about her mother, Jayne, called "My Mom Jayne."
Mariska had been embarrassed by her mother's public image and wanted to explore her personal history.
The documentary reveals that Nelson Sardelli, not Mickey Hargitay, is Mariska's biological father.
Mariska found out about her father when she was 25 from a fan club leader.
She later met Nelson Sardelli and her half-siblings.
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On July 5, Russian air defenses shot down several Ukrainian drones in various regions, including near Saint Petersburg. Power was temporarily cut to the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in Ukraine but later restored. The U.S. and German leaders discussed military support, including air defense systems, for Ukraine.
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Russian air defense intercepted multiple Ukrainian drones, including two near Saint Petersburg.
Power lines to the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in Russian-controlled Ukraine were down for hours due to shelling, but repaired afterward.
Dutch and German agencies report Russia uses banned chemical weapons in Ukraine; Russia denies this.
Former U.S. President Trump spoke about supplying Ukraine with Patriot missiles and discussed this with German and Ukrainian leaders.
Trump discussed sanctions with Russian President Putin and expressed dissatisfaction with Russia's actions.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy agreed with Trump to enhance air defenses, amid U.S. aid concerns.
German Defense Minister will visit the U.S. to discuss air defense systems.
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Ukraine claims it hit a Russian airbase, while Russia launched a large drone attack on Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump discussed strengthening Ukraine's air defenses and possibly producing weapons together.
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Ukraine's military said it struck the Borisoglebsk airbase in Russia's Voronezh region, which houses various Russian fighter jets.
Ukraine's military claimed damage to a depot with bombs and aircraft at the Russian airbase.
Russia launched 322 drones into Ukraine, with 157 shot down and 135 reportedly jammed electronically.
Ukraine's Khmelnytskyi region was a key target, but no injuries were reported there.
Kyiv experienced the largest aerial attack since the war began, with two people killed and 26 wounded.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy discussed military aid with U.S. President Trump, focusing on air defense and joint weapon production.
The U.S. has paused some military aid shipments to Ukraine, and European allies are considering offering support.
Russia reported shooting down Ukrainian drones but did not report any casualties.
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Chelsea won 2-1 against Palmeiras in Philadelphia due to a late own goal by Palmeiras defender Agustin Giay. This victory advances Chelsea to the Club World Cup semifinals, where they will face Fluminense.
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Chelsea beat Palmeiras 2-1 with the help of a late own goal in a match held in Philadelphia.
The win allows Chelsea to advance to the semifinals of the Club World Cup.
The decisive own goal was scored when a shot by Chelsea’s Malo Gusto hit Palmeiras’ Richard Rios and Agustin Giay.
Chelsea will play Fluminense in the semifinals on Tuesday in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Cole Palmer scored the first goal for Chelsea in the 16th minute of the match.
Estevao, a future Chelsea player, evened the score for Palmeiras in the 53rd minute.
Joao Pedro made his debut for Chelsea shortly after joining from Brighton & Hove Albion.
Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund, as well as Paris-Saint Germain and Bayern Munich, are competing in other quarterfinal matches.
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Eight migrants in U.S. custody lost their appeal to avoid deportation to South Sudan. A judge in Boston denied their last-minute request, allowing the Trump administration to proceed with the deportation.
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Eight migrants are set to be deported from the U.S. to South Sudan.
South Sudan has ongoing human rights issues, including extrajudicial killings and torture.
The U.S. Supreme Court allowed these deportations despite constitutional concerns about "cruel and unusual punishment."
The migrants originally came from countries like Cuba, Laos, Mexico, Myanmar, Sudan, and Vietnam.
A judge initially paused the deportations but later transferred the case to another judge, who denied the appeal.
The Trump administration has prioritized rapid deportations as part of its immigration policy.
Deportees were held at a military base in Djibouti while legal decisions were made.
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Arthur Ashe was the first black man to win the Wimbledon Men's final in 1975, but he did not want to be remembered just for his tennis achievements. Ashe fought against racial discrimination, particularly focusing on apartheid in South Africa. In 1973, he received a visa to play in the South African Open, facing both criticism and support for his decision to visit the country.
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Arthur Ashe made history by winning the Wimbledon Men's final in 1975.
Ashe was the first black man to achieve this victory.
Apartheid in South Africa was a system of racial segregation enforced by the government.
South Africa initially refused Ashe a visa due to his vocal criticism of apartheid.
In 1973, South Africa allowed Ashe to compete in the South African Open.
Ashe insisted the tennis stadium be open to both black and white spectators.
Some anti-apartheid activists criticized Ashe's visit to South Africa.
Ashe wanted to see and understand South Africa for himself before making judgments.
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Indian artisans in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, are upset because they believe that luxury brand Prada used their traditional sandal designs without acknowledging them. These handmade leather sandals, known as Kolhapuri sandals, have been crafted since the 12th century. After backlash, Prada acknowledged the sandals' roots, and local politicians and industry groups are supporting the artisans in seeking recognition for their work.
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Kolhapuri sandals have been made since the 12th century in Kolhapur, India.
Only about 5,000 artisans in Kolhapur still make these handmade sandals.
Artisans typically sell their sandals for $8-10 per pair.
Prada released a sandal design similar to Kolhapuri sandals without initially crediting their origin.
After social media backlash, Prada acknowledged the design's roots.
Many artisans work in poor conditions and earn low wages, around $4-5 daily.
Around 100,000 artisans in India are involved in making similar footwear.
A 2015 ban in Maharashtra on cow slaughter has increased the cost of leather, affecting production.
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