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Authorities in western Idaho told people to stay inside due to police activity after a shooting near Coeur d’Alene. Firefighters were reportedly attacked while dealing with a fire, and an active shooter is still on the loose.
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Officials in Idaho urged residents to shelter in place due to a shooting incident.
The shooting happened near Coeur d’Alene in Kootenai County.
Firefighters were allegedly attacked while responding to a fire.
The governor of Idaho mentioned the attack on social media.
The nearby Soshone County's sheriff reported an active shooter is still at large.
People were advised to avoid the area around Canfield Mountain Trailhead.
Coeur d’Alene is located near the border with Washington and has about 55,000 residents.
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Lionel Messi played a game with Inter Miami against his former club, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), at the Club World Cup, where Inter Miami lost 4-0. Messi, now 38 years old, is still under contract with Inter Miami until the end of 2025 and has not made any decisions about playing in the 2026 World Cup. Despite the loss, Messi's performance included noteworthy moments, and discussions continue about his future in soccer.
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Lionel Messi played for Inter Miami against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Club World Cup.
Inter Miami lost the match 4-0 to PSG.
Messi's current contract with Inter Miami lasts until the end of 2025.
It is uncertain whether Messi will play in the 2026 World Cup in North America.
Messi's future plans, including extending his contract in Miami, are not confirmed.
Messi scored during the tournament in a group-stage match against Porto.
Messi is the all-time leading goalscorer for Barcelona, Argentina, and Inter Miami.
The match against PSG was the first time Messi faced a former team.
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A heatwave is affecting many parts of Europe, with some of the highest temperatures recorded in Spain. Countries like Portugal, Italy, and various Balkan regions have issued alerts due to the extreme heat, which has caused health issues and even led to at least one death. Temperatures are expected to rise further in the coming days.
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Spain recorded a temperature of 46°C in El Granado, the hottest for June in the country.
Red heat warnings are active in Portugal, Italy, and Croatia, while other countries have amber warnings.
A woman in Barcelona died after working outside in the extreme heat; the incident is under investigation.
Italian hospitals have seen more heatstroke cases, particularly in vulnerable groups like the elderly.
Places like Bologna have set up climate shelters, and Rome has offered free swimming pool access for seniors.
Serbia recorded its highest-ever temperature; Slovenia saw its hottest June temperature.
Temperatures are expected to increase in France, Germany, Italy, and the UK.
Scientists say climate change makes heatwaves more frequent and intense.
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President Donald Trump announced that he has a group of wealthy buyers interested in purchasing TikTok, a social media app banned in the U.S. due to security concerns. The sale needs approval from China, and Trump has delayed the deadline for TikTok's sale multiple times.
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President Trump mentioned a group of wealthy individuals are interested in buying TikTok.
TikTok was banned in the U.S. due to national security concerns.
Approval from the Chinese government is needed for the sale to happen.
Trump has delayed enforcing the law that requires TikTok to be sold three times.
The latest deadline for TikTok's sale is September 17.
A previous deal to sell TikTok fell apart in April due to U.S.-China tensions.
The U.S. law requiring TikTok's sale raised concerns about user data being given to China, which TikTok denied.
TikTok lost an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court challenging the law's constitutionality.
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One of Hong Kong's last major pro-democracy parties, the League of Social Democrats, has decided to disband. The party cited intense pressure and a challenging political environment as reasons for its closure.
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The League of Social Democrats announced it is disbanding due to pressure.
The party was known for its protests and was active for nearly 20 years.
This year, it is the third major opposition party to disband in Hong Kong.
The announcement happened just before the fifth anniversary of the national security law.
The national security law makes actions like subversion illegal.
Critics claim the law has been used to weaken political opposition in Hong Kong.
Some party members have been fined for collecting money without permission.
Party leaders say they face financial issues, such as closed bank accounts.
Many political opponents have left Hong Kong or been detained.
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A peace agreement has been signed between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, facilitated by the United States. This deal requires Rwanda to pull back troops from eastern Congo who had been supporting the armed group M23.
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda have a history of conflict.
A peace deal was signed in the United States to end the fighting.
Rwanda will remove troops from eastern Congo.
These Rwandan troops were backing the armed group M23.
The M23 group had taken over important cities and mining regions in Congo.
The peace agreement aims to prevent a wider regional conflict.
The agreement involves interests related to Congolese minerals, though details are not specified.
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The city of Cannes in France will limit the number of cruise ship passengers as a way to manage overtourism starting January 1. Only ships with fewer than 1,000 passengers will be allowed, and no more than 6,000 cruise passengers can disembark each day. Other cities like Nice, Venice, and Barcelona are also imposing similar rules due to concerns about tourism's impact on local communities and the environment.
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Cannes will limit cruise ships to those with fewer than 1,000 passengers starting January 1.
A maximum of 6,000 cruise passengers can disembark in Cannes each day.
Larger cruise ships must use smaller boats to transfer passengers to Cannes.
Mayor David Lisnard stated the goal is to regulate, not ban cruise ships.
Other European cities like Nice, Venice, Barcelona, and Amsterdam are also imposing similar restrictions.
France received 100 million tourists last year, surpassing its own population.
Louvre workers in Paris protested due to overcrowding and understaffing from high visitor numbers.
Protests in Venice highlighted issues of wealth inequality and tourism's negative impacts.
Barcelona residents used water guns in protests against overtourism due to rising housing costs and loss of local character.
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President Donald Trump stated he will not let Iran have nuclear weapons after a recent conflict between Iran and Israel. Despite claims that U.S. bombings destroyed Iran's nuclear sites, reports suggest the sites were not fully damaged. Trump also mentioned stopping trade talks with Canada over a new tax and said U.S. relations with China are stable.
Key Facts
President Trump vowed to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
A recent 12-day conflict involved Israel attacking Iran, with U.S. military intervention.
U.S. bombed Iran's nuclear facilities but reports suggest the sites were not completely destroyed.
Iran says its nuclear program is for peaceful uses, not for making weapons.
IAEA, a global nuclear agency, is uncertain about the extent of damage to Iran’s nuclear sites.
Trump claimed attacks set back Iran’s nuclear ambitions significantly, while media sources reported otherwise.
Trump stated US trade talks with Canada are paused due to a new Canadian tax on technology firms.
He also mentioned ongoing trade relations with China despite a trade deficit.
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Reporting on North Korea is challenging because of the country's strict control over information. Journalists find it hard to get accurate news due to limited access and government restrictions.
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North Korea has strict control over information and media.
Journalists face difficulties in accessing accurate information in North Korea.
The North Korean government imposes many restrictions on reporters.
Reporting on North Korea often involves relying on second-hand sources or outside observations.
Past negotiations between President Trump and Kim Jong Un have been a significant topic of interest.
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During World War II, the United States detained hundreds of Japanese, German, and Italian immigrants living in Latin America. The U.S. then deported these individuals to America, where they stayed in camps.
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The U.S. detained immigrants from Japan, Germany, and Italy during World War II.
These immigrants were living in Latin American countries at the time.
The U.S. arrested and deported them to America.
Once deported, they lived in camps in the United States.
This plan was part of the U.S. strategy during the war.
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Tariffs on fireworks imported from China might increase costs for the 4th of July celebrations in the United States. Most fireworks are affected by a new import tax of at least 30%.
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Fireworks used in the U.S. are mostly made in China.
An import tax, also called a tariff, of at least 30% now applies to these fireworks.
The tariffs could lead to higher prices for fireworks.
People celebrating the 4th of July may spend more money on fireworks.
Tariffs are a type of tax that countries use on goods they bring in from other countries.
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Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic stated that more arrests of antigovernment protesters will occur following recent clashes in Belgrade. The protest was part of a larger movement demanding early elections, sparked by past events, including a tragic train station accident. During the demonstration, disputes arose between protesters and police, leading to arrests and injuries.
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Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said more antigovernment protesters will be arrested.
The protest in Belgrade demanded early parliamentary elections.
Clashes occurred between police and protesters, with 48 police officers injured and 77 people arrested.
The protest was part of ongoing demonstrations that began after a train station accident in Novi Sad killed 16 people.
The authorities estimated the protest crowd at 36,000, whereas another estimate was about 140,000.
Organizers accused the government of ignoring demands and inciting violence.
President Vucic has been accused of becoming more authoritarian, which he denies.
Serbia is seeking European Union membership while maintaining close ties with Russia and China.
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President Donald Trump encouraged progress in ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas as the conflict in Gaza continued. Israel ordered more evacuations in northern Gaza and planned discussions in Washington for a potential ceasefire. The war, which began in October 2023, has caused many deaths, with disagreements on ceasefire terms stalling peace efforts.
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President Trump urged a ceasefire in the ongoing Gaza-Israel conflict.
Israel issued a new evacuation order in northern Gaza.
Israeli officials are set to discuss a ceasefire in Washington.
An airstrike in Gaza killed at least 15 people, including women and children.
The conflict started when Hamas attacked southern Israel in October 2023.
A major issue in the talks is whether the war should end as part of a ceasefire.
Over 56,000 Palestinians have died in the conflict, according to Gaza's Health Ministry.
Many Gaza residents are displaced and heavily depend on outside help.
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Trita Parsi, a representative from the Quincy Institute, suggested that President Trump could push Israel to stop its actions in Gaza, similar to how he dealt with Iran. Parsi also talked about how the war in Gaza might affect Iran’s nuclear plans and its relationship with the United States.
Key Facts
Trita Parsi is the executive vice president of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft.
Parsi believes President Trump can influence Israel to stop the war in Gaza.
The discussion included concerns about Iran possibly expanding its nuclear weapons program.
Parsi questioned if better relations between Iran and the US might lead to lifting sanctions.
European leaders were criticized for supporting US and Israeli actions instead of promoting peace.
The current situation raises questions about who supports Iran internationally.
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The article discusses comments by Vali Nasr, a professor at Johns Hopkins University, on US involvement in an attack on Iran by Israel. Nasr expresses concern about the potential long-term effects of these actions and the lack of a clear US plan to change Iran's government.
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Vali Nasr is a professor at Johns Hopkins University who specializes in international affairs and Middle East history.
Nasr spoke about the US being directly involved in an Israeli attack on Iran.
This discussion took place shortly before a ceasefire agreement between the US, Israel, and Iran.
Nasr suggests that the US does not have a plan to change Iran's government.
He warns against humiliating Iran, as it may lead to long-term consequences.
Nasr believes the aim of the 12-Day War was to show Israel as the leading power in the Middle East, with support from the US.
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Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip have resulted in numerous deaths, including people near aid centers. The humanitarian situation is worsening, with shortages of food and medical supplies. Efforts for a ceasefire are ongoing, with involvement from the U.S.
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Israeli attacks have killed at least 45 people across Gaza.
Five of those killed were near food distribution centers in Rafah.
Israeli soldiers reportedly have orders to fire at crowds near aid centers.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is severe, with shortages of food and medical supplies.
Babies and toddlers in Gaza are dying due to malnutrition.
Ceasefire talks are being discussed, with involvement from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mentioned ongoing behind-the-scenes talks for a potential ceasefire.
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Almost a million people have fled from Sudan to Chad, mainly women and children. However, there is very little money to help them, leading to a lack of supplies and increasing risks of disease.
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Nearly one million people have left Sudan and gone to Chad.
Most of the refugees are women and children.
Aid, or help, for these refugees is very limited.
There is a high risk of diseases spreading among the refugees.
The aid system is struggling to cope with the situation.
A United Nations official and a Sudanese refugee activist are raising awareness about this crisis.
The situation is described as the most underfunded refugee crisis in the world.
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A bus and a minibus collided in Tanzania, killing nearly 40 people and causing a fire. The crash happened when the bus lost control after a tire was punctured. The accident resulted in 28 injuries, with six people still in the hospital.
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Nearly 40 people died in a collision between a bus and a minibus in Tanzania.
The crash happened in Sabasaba, Kilimanjaro region, on Saturday evening.
A tire puncture on the bus led to the driver losing control.
Both vehicles caught fire after the collision.
Among the deceased, 36 bodies are still not identified due to severe burns.
The nationalities of the victims are not yet known.
28 people were injured, and six remain hospitalized.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan urged for better road safety following the incident.
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Since May 27, at least 583 Palestinians have died and 4,186 have been injured while waiting for food at distribution sites in Gaza run by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), as stated by Gaza's Ministry of Health. Due to limited access to food and other essentials, residents of Gaza face severe shortages, with the GHF being the primary food source amid dangerous conditions. There are significant obstacles for people trying to reach these aid sites, including long distances, security checks, and ongoing violence.
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Since May 27, 583 Palestinians have died, and 4,186 have been injured at GHF food distribution sites.
Gaza's 2.1 million residents face severe food and water shortages.
The GHF replaced the previous UN aid network and operates only four large distribution sites.
People often face dangerous conditions accessing these sites, including gunfire.
Armored security guards protect GHF sites, which are run by a US company.
Israel limits the number of aid trucks entering Gaza, severely restricting supplies.
Aid boxes provided by GHF contain basic food items and offer about 1,750 calories daily per person.
Reports by soldiers suggest lethal force is used against civilians at aid sites.
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