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Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump about the conflict in Ukraine. Putin said Russia would not stop trying to address the main causes of the war but is open to finding a peaceful solution. The two leaders agreed to keep talking, but no major progress was made toward ending the war.
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Putin told Trump that Russia aims to solve the main issues causing the war in Ukraine and is open to negotiation.
The conversation took place after the U.S. paused some promised weapons shipments to Ukraine.
The paused weapons include air defense missiles and precision-guided artillery.
Trump wants to end the Ukraine war quickly, but he has not made much progress in negotiations.
Putin rejected a U.S. proposal for an unconditional ceasefire, which Ukraine supported.
Russia prefers bilateral talks with Ukraine, avoiding three-way discussions involving the U.S.
There were no discussions about meeting in person during the phone call.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met EU leaders to strengthen cooperation due to doubts over U.S. military aid.
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Liverpool and Portugal football player Diogo Jota, aged 28, died in a car crash while traveling in Spain with his brother, Andre Silva, who also died. Jota was returning to Liverpool after minor surgery and planned to take a ferry. Liverpool FC and fans paid tribute to Jota, remembering his contributions to the club and his positive character.
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Diogo Jota, a Liverpool and Portugal football player, died in a car accident in Spain at age 28.
His brother, Andre Silva, who played football for Penafiel in Portugal, also died in the crash.
The accident happened in Zamora, Spain, due to a tire blowout while overtaking another vehicle.
Jota was traveling by car to catch a ferry from Santander, Spain, to England because doctors advised him not to fly.
Jota recently got married and had three children.
Liverpool and its manager, Arne Slot, expressed deep sorrow over Jota's death.
A wake and funeral for Jota and his brother are planned in Porto, Portugal.
Jota played 182 matches for Liverpool, scoring 65 goals, and helped win several trophies for the club.
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Seven people are missing after an explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Northern California. The blast caused a large fire that collapsed the building, with ongoing efforts to locate the missing individuals. The explosion's cause is under investigation, and authorities are ensuring safety before resuming search efforts.
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The explosion happened at a fireworks warehouse in Yolo County, about 40 miles northwest of Sacramento.
Seven people are missing after the incident.
Two people were treated for injuries related to the explosion.
The cause of the explosion is still being investigated.
The warehouse was managed by Devastating Pyrotechnics, a company with over 30 years in designing fireworks shows.
Family members are waiting for news near the blast site.
Authorities are using drones to help in the search for the missing people.
The fire spread to nearly 80 acres, impacting surrounding agricultural fields.
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Chelsea will face Palmeiras in the quarterfinals of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on July 4. Chelsea reached this stage by winning key matches against Los Angeles, ES Tunis, and Benfica, while Palmeiras advanced after games against Corinthians, Porto, and Botafogo. The winner of this match will play against either Fluminense or Al Hilal in the semifinals.
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Chelsea and Palmeiras are playing in the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinals.
The match takes place on July 4 at 9 pm local time in Philadelphia.
Chelsea qualified by beating Los Angeles, ES Tunis, and winning against Benfica in extra time.
Palmeiras advanced after drawing with Corinthians and Porto, and beating Al Ahly and Botafogo.
Chelsea recently signed Joao Pedro, who may debut in the match.
Joao Pedro signed an eight-year contract with Chelsea, reportedly worth 60 million pounds.
The winner of Chelsea vs Palmeiras will face the winner of Fluminense vs Al Hilal in the semifinals.
Other quarterfinal matches include Paris Saint-Germain vs Bayern Munich and Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund.
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An Israeli drone strike near Beirut, Lebanon, killed at least one person and injured three others. The attack hit a vehicle in the Khaldeh area, marking a breach of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. The incident is part of ongoing tensions, with Israel carrying out frequent attacks in Lebanon and Hezbollah warning against disarmament proposals.
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An Israeli drone strike killed at least one person and injured three near Beirut.
The attack struck a vehicle in the Khaldeh area, about 12 kilometers south of Beirut.
The Israeli military reported targeting "military sites and weapons depots."
The strike occurred during rush hour with many traveling from Beirut to southern Lebanon.
Israel and Lebanon are under a ceasefire, but there have been ongoing violations.
Hezbollah, an Iran-allied group, has warned against disarming in response to these attacks.
There have been diplomatic efforts to end the violence, but they have been unsuccessful.
Hezbollah's Secretary-General, Naim Qassem, rejected any proposals for disarmament.
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The article discusses views on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas after an attack on October 7, 2023. It mentions opinions from scholars and a former U.S. official about the reasons behind Israel's actions and possibilities for peace talks.
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The conflict between Israel and Hamas began after an attack on October 7, 2023.
Khaled Elgindy, a visiting scholar at Georgetown University, suggests the U.S. could push for a peace agreement.
Views expressed indicate uncertainty about Israel’s desire to end the ongoing conflict.
Annelle Sheline, a former U.S. State Department official, believes the war aims to extend Israeli control.
The discussion includes detailed views on ceasefire negotiations.
The topic was discussed with Steve Clemons, the host.
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Ryanair will allow bigger personal bags on flights without extra charges due to new EU standards. The free cabin bag size increases by 20% in volume, measuring up to 40cm x 30cm x 20cm and can weigh up to 10 kilograms.
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Ryanair's new personal bag size allowed is 40cm x 30cm x 20cm.
This size is a 20% increase in volume from Ryanair's current maximum.
Passengers can bring these bags on board without extra fees, and they should fit under the seat.
The bag's weight limit remains at 10 kilograms.
The change aligns with new EU bag standards, offering more space than the EU minimum.
Other airlines have different allowances: EasyJet's free bag size is larger, while British Airways allows a second larger bag for free.
The EU aims to set a standard size to simplify flying for frequent travelers.
The European Parliament may allow another piece of free hand luggage weighing up to 7 kilograms.
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Ethiopia has completed building a large dam on the Blue Nile, called the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam. This dam is intended to help meet Ethiopia's energy needs, but Egypt and Sudan are worried it might affect their share of water from the Nile.
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The dam is the largest hydro-electric project in Africa.
Construction of the dam began in 2011 with a budget of $4 billion.
Ethiopia sees the dam as essential for increasing electricity in the country where about 60% of people currently lack power.
Egypt and Sudan depend heavily on the Nile for water and fear the dam could reduce their water supply.
More than 85% of the Nile's waters come from the Blue Nile, where the dam is located.
Ethiopia’s Prime Minister said the dam offers a shared opportunity, not a threat, to Egypt and Sudan.
Past negotiations among the three countries have not resolved their differences over the dam.
Egypt claims that a 2% drop in Nile water could affect 200,000 acres of farms.
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Angélique Kidjo, a musician from Benin, has become the first black African artist to be selected for a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She is recognized for her decades-long career in music, winning five Grammy awards and working with various international artists.
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Angélique Kidjo is the first black African to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
She comes from Benin, a country in West Africa.
Kidjo has won five Grammy awards.
She has been making music for over 40 years and released 16 albums.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame class of 2026 includes other famous people like Miley Cyrus and Timothée Chalamet.
Kidjo left Benin for Paris in 1983 due to government oppression.
She started as a backing singer in France and became a solo artist in 1990.
Kidjo also works as a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF and Oxfam and runs a charity focused on educating young girls in Africa.
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A United Nations expert has urged some international companies to stop doing business with Israel, suggesting they may be involved in war crimes in Gaza and the West Bank. The report names companies such as Lockheed Martin and Alphabet for selling arms and technology used by Israel. Israel disagrees with this report, calling it unsubstantiated.
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A UN expert, Francesca Albanese, called on companies to cease business with Israel over alleged war crimes.
Albanese claims these businesses are part of "an economy of genocide," citing conflicts in Gaza and the West Bank.
Companies named include Lockheed Martin, Alphabet (Google's parent company), IBM, Microsoft, Amazon, Caterpillar, Hyundai, and Volvo.
The report suggests these firms provide weapons, technology, and machines that allegedly aid Israeli actions.
Financial institutions BNP Paribas and Barclays are also mentioned for supporting Israeli treasury bonds.
Lockheed Martin responded by stating their military sales are government-based and should be addressed by the US government.
Volvo disagreed with the findings, citing a lack of control over product use after sale.
The report aims to spotlight economic impacts akin to those faced by apartheid South Africa, though it lacks direct legal power.
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Actor Michael Madsen, known for his roles in movies like "Kill Bill" and "Reservoir Dogs," has died at the age of 67 after a cardiac arrest. He was found unresponsive in his Malibu home, and his death was confirmed by his managers and publicist.
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Michael Madsen was a well-known actor famous for working with director Quentin Tarantino.
He died at the age of 67 after a cardiac arrest in his Malibu home.
His managers and publicist confirmed his death.
Madsen had roles in over 300 film, television, and video game projects.
He was particularly known for his role in "Reservoir Dogs" as Mr. Blonde.
He also acted in other Tarantino films like "Kill Bill" and "The Hateful Eight."
Before his death, he was working on a new book called "Tears for My Father: Outlaw Thoughts and Poems."
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Diogo Jota, a well-known Portuguese football player, passed away in a car accident in Spain. Jota began his career in a small academy and became successful, playing for major teams like Wolverhampton and Liverpool, despite not coming from a big football school in Portugal.
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Diogo Jota was a 28-year-old football player from Portugal.
He died in a car accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre Silva.
Jota started playing football at Gondomar SC from ages nine to seventeen.
Gondomar SC later named their academy after him, the Diogo Jota academy.
He played for several clubs, including Pacos de Ferreira, Porto, Wolverhampton, and Liverpool.
Jota was known for overcoming challenges, such as being overlooked by big clubs due to his size.
He gained recognition for his performance in a 2020 Nations League match where he scored twice against Sweden.
Despite not training at Portugal's top three football academies, he achieved significant success in his career.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs was acquitted of major sex trafficking charges but found guilty of two lesser offenses. He still faces potential prison time but might not serve the maximum sentence. His reputation was damaged due to multiple allegations, but discussions about whether he can rebuild it have started.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs was acquitted of the most serious charges against him in a legal case.
He was found guilty on two lesser charges but awaits sentencing, which could range from 21 months to over five years in prison.
Combs has been in jail since his arrest in September and will stay there until sentencing.
His former girlfriend, singer Cassie, accused Combs of abuse, leading to a $20 million settlement.
After Cassie's lawsuit, more allegations surfaced from other individuals.
These charges have significantly impacted Combs' public image and career.
The case has been widely covered in media, with various commentators discussing its impact on his life and reputation.
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Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran will remain part of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and continue to keep an agreement with the United Nations' International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). This statement comes despite a new law passed in Iran to limit cooperation with the IAEA after attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites by Israel and the United States.
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Iran's Foreign Minister says Iran will stay in the NPT, which aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons.
Iran will honor its agreement with the IAEA, a UN agency that checks that countries' nuclear plans are peaceful.
Iran passed a law to reduce its cooperation with the IAEA, but exact future relations are not clear.
Germany criticized Iran’s move against the IAEA, and Iran responded by criticizing Germany’s support of Israel.
Iran accused Germany of backing Israeli attacks and called out Germany’s past involvements with Iraq.
Israel and the US conducted strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, prompting Iran to retaliate with a missile attack on a US base.
A ceasefire was reached shortly after Iran's retaliation.
The IAEA passed a resolution against Iran, which Iranian officials have criticized.
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Diogo Jota, a Liverpool FC and Portuguese national team football player, and his brother Andre Silva died in a car crash in northwestern Spain. The accident occurred when their car, a Lamborghini Urus, had a tire blowout while overtaking another vehicle, causing it to crash and catch fire.
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Diogo Jota was a professional footballer for Liverpool FC and the Portuguese national team.
Jota's car experienced a tire blowout on the A-52 highway near Cernadilla, Spain.
The crash happened just after midnight, and the car caught fire almost immediately.
Both Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, were traveling in the car. Silva was also a professional footballer.
Jota was advised against flying due to a previous lung surgery, prompting him to travel by car.
Jota left behind his wife, Rute Cardoso, and three children. They married in Porto on June 22.
Cristiano Ronaldo expressed his condolences on social media, emphasizing his shock and sadness.
Jota won the UEFA Nations League with Portugal and the Premier League with Liverpool.
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Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's last shah, held a news conference in Paris urging the U.S. not to engage with Iran's government on its nuclear program. He called for Iranians to protest against their government, but the protests did not happen as many rallied in support of the country during a foreign attack. Pahlavi’s stance, especially his lack of condemnation of Israeli attacks on Iran, has impacted his support among Iranians.
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Reza Pahlavi gave a news conference in Paris before a ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
He urged the U.S. not to restart diplomatic talks with Iran on its nuclear program.
Pahlavi called for Iranians to protest against their government, but mass protests did not occur.
In response to foreign attacks, many Iranians united in support of their country.
Pahlavi did not condemn Israeli attacks on Iran, which led to more than 600 deaths.
His stance has affected his support among Iranians, especially among those questioning his political vision.
Support for Pahlavi often comes from nostalgia for the pre-1979 monarchy.
Some analysts believe Pahlavi’s appeal is partly due to a lack of prominent alternatives in opposition to the current Iranian regime.
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Michael Madsen, an actor known for roles in Quentin Tarantino's films like "Reservoir Dogs" and "Kill Bill," passed away at his home in Malibu, California. He died from natural causes, possibly cardiac arrest, and authorities found no signs of foul play. Madsen had a long career with over 300 acting credits.
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Michael Madsen died at his home in Malibu, California.
The cause of death is believed to be natural, with cardiac arrest noted as the likely cause.
No foul play is suspected in his death.
He was known for roles in Quentin Tarantino's films, including "Reservoir Dogs" and "Kill Bill."
Madsen had more than 300 acting credits since the early 1980s.
He was recently involved in independent films and was excited about upcoming projects.
His managers described him as an iconic actor who will be missed.
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The Russian Ministry of Defence confirmed that Mikhail Gudkov, a high-ranking naval officer, was killed in the Kursk region during fighting. The incident occurred amid ongoing military operations in the area, with reports suggesting a Ukrainian missile attack led to his death.
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Mikhail Gudkov was a deputy head of the Russian navy.
He was killed in the Kursk region of Russia during combat operations.
Gudkov was appointed to his role by Russian President Vladimir Putin in March.
Reports suggest Gudkov died in a Ukrainian missile attack on a command post.
The Kursk region has seen repeated clashes, despite Russian claims of control.
Gudkov previously led the 155th Guards Naval Infantry Brigade.
Russia announced captures in eastern Ukraine but faces ongoing resistance.
A separate Russian air strike in Odesa, Ukraine, killed two people.
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Ethiopia's Prime Minister announced that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile is complete and will be officially opened in September. Egypt and Sudan worry the dam will affect their water supply, but Ethiopia emphasizes the dam's benefits for energy and regional development.
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The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is located on the Blue Nile River in Ethiopia.
Ethiopia plans to officially inaugurate the dam in September.
The project can generate over 5,000 megawatts of electricity, doubling Ethiopia's current electricity output.
At full capacity, the dam can store 74 billion cubic meters of water.
Egypt relies on the Nile for nearly all its water and sees the dam as a threat to its water security.
Negotiations between Ethiopia, Egypt, and Sudan have not resolved disagreements.
Ethiopia began generating electricity from the dam in February 2022.
Ethiopian officials state the dam is not a threat but an opportunity for shared economic growth.
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Astronomers have discovered a new comet named 3I/ATLAS that has come from another star system. This is the third interstellar object found in our solar system, and scientists are eager to study it.
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A new comet, named 3I/ATLAS, has been discovered coming from outside our solar system.
This is the third interstellar object ever observed in our solar system.
The comet was detected by the ATLAS survey telescope in Rio Hurtado, Chile.
3I/ATLAS is about 420 million miles away from Earth.
The comet will be visible to telescopes on Earth until September.
It poses no danger to Earth, according to NASA.
In December, the comet will appear again for further observation.
A new observatory, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory, is expected to find more interstellar objects in the future.
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