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• OCHA warns of rising diseases in Gaza due to lack of medicine and clean water.
• Recent data shows over 19,000 cases of watery diarrhea and more than 200 cases each of jaundice and bloody diarrhea.
• Shortages are linked to the destruction of Gaza's water systems and a blockade stopping fuel and supplies.
• Over 56,000 people have been killed and more than 132,000 injured since October 2023.
• Limited aid is allowed into Gaza, but aid agencies say it is not enough to meet the needs.
• Israeli efforts to deliver aid are complicated by claims of theft and looting.
• Recent strikes, including one in Deir el-Balah, resulted in more deaths and injuries.
• UN officials dispute Israeli claims that Hamas is stealing humanitarian aid.

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• An Israeli missile strike targeted a state TV building in Tehran, Iran.
• The attack occurred during a live broadcast, causing a newsreader to leave suddenly.
• Iranian authorities allow international media like the BBC to report in Iran if they do not use it for the BBC's Persian service.
• There have been continuous exchanges of missile attacks between Iran and Israel, causing significant damage.
• A recent Iranian missile attack in Tel Aviv led to emergency workers clearing rubble.
• Another Iranian strike resulted in heavy traffic as people tried to leave Tehran in panic.
• Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated the operation targeted Iran's nuclear and military sites.
• Iran retaliated with its own missile launches, resulting in casualties and infrastructure damage in Israel.

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• Kenya has recently faced protests against the government of President William Ruto.
• At least 10 people were reportedly killed during protests.
• Kenya is known for its progressive laws that protect rights like protesting.
• The government tried to ban live TV and radio coverage of the protests.
• Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen stated the police acted with "remarkable restraint."
• The Law Society of Kenya criticized the police for using excessive force.
• A blogger named Albert Ojwang died in police custody, leading to more protests.
• Concerns arise that Kenya might lose its status as a democratic leader in East Africa.

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• Victor Moran's cleaning company in Maryland has lost 15 workers because of changes in immigration policies.
• Nearly 20% of US workers were immigrants last year, which is the highest percentage on record.
• Trump targets people in the US illegally, who make up about 4% of the workforce.
• Increased workplace raids and tighter visa controls have resumed under Trump's administration.
• Temporary work permit programs like TPS (Temporary Protected Status) face cuts, affecting workers from countries like Haiti and Venezuela.
• Many immigrants fear deportation, contributing to stress and reducing their public presence.
• These immigration policies might shrink the workforce and harm economic growth, leading to higher costs for businesses.
• Legal challenges exist against Trump's immigration measures, including a lawsuit related to TPS.

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• Israel considered assassinating Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during a recent 12-day war.
• Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said they did not need U.S. permission for such an act.
• Khamenei reportedly hid from potential assassination attempts but continued to communicate through video messages.
• The war concluded with a U.S.-negotiated ceasefire after Iran attacked a U.S. base in Qatar.
• Both Israel and Iran claimed victory after the conflict ended.
• Israel claimed to have the backing of U.S. President Donald Trump for further action if Iran's nuclear activities resumed.
• Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu suggested opportunities for more diplomatic relationships with Arab countries after the conflict.

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• Manchester City defeated Juventus 5-2 in the FIFA Club World Cup group stage.
• The match took place in Orlando.
• Jeremy Doku scored the first goal for Manchester City.
• Manchester City won all three of their group matches.
• Erling Haaland scored his 300th career goal during the game.
• Juventus secured their spot in the round of 16 before this match.
• City will play their next match in Orlando against the Group H runner-up.
• Juventus will head to Miami for their next round of 16 match.

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• Jake Paul is a social media celebrity who became a professional boxer, holding an 11-1 boxing record.
• Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., 39, is a former World Boxing Council middleweight champion.
• Chavez Jr. won his last major boxing title in 2012 and has only fought once in the last three and a half years.
• The fight between Paul and Chavez Jr. will take place on June 28 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
• The venue, Honda Center, can hold about 7,000 people for a boxing event.
• The main fight will start after 8 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on June 28.
• Chavez Jr. has faced challenges such as substance abuse and legal issues in recent years.
• Jake Paul claimed a potential match with Canelo Alvarez did not happen because Alvarez signed a deal in Saudi Arabia instead.

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• Iran has executed six people accused of spying for Israel.
• Hundreds of suspects across the country have been arrested on charges of espionage.
• State television has aired confessions from detainees about working with Israeli intelligence.
• Human rights groups are concerned about forced confessions and unfair trials.
• Iran claims to be fighting against intelligence networks from Israel and Western countries.
• Iranian intelligence reportedly arrested over 700 people linked to Israeli intelligence.
• Iranians received warnings to avoid social media pages related to Israel or face prosecution.
• Pressure has increased on journalists at Persian-language media outlets outside Iran, with threats made to their families.

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• Lalo Schifrin died at 93 years old.
• He composed the famous Mission: Impossible theme with a distinctive Latin beat.
• Schifrin worked on music for over a hundred films and TV shows, including Starsky & Hutch and Mannix.
• He was born in Buenos Aires and grew up surrounded by music; his father played violin in an opera.
• Schifrin started playing piano classically but also worked with jazz and tango musicians.
• He collaborated with trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie, who brought him to the U.S. to work as an arranger.
• Schifrin created scores for movies like Bullitt, Dirty Harry, Cool Hand Luke, and Enter the Dragon.

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• The EU leaders condemned the humanitarian conditions in Gaza.
• They did not agree on ways to pressure Israel to end the war.
• A recent EU report suggests Israel is not meeting human rights obligations under an agreement with the EU.
• The EU called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages.
• Differences exist among EU countries on how to respond to the situation, with some pushing to suspend the EU-Israel agreement.
• Israeli attacks recently killed 62 Palestinians, including near aid sites.
• The EU urged Israel to lift its blockade on Gaza to allow humanitarian aid.
• EU leaders also noted increased violence and illegal settlement expansion in the West Bank.

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• A ceasefire was announced after 12 days of war between Iran and Israel.
• Over 600 people died, and many more were injured during the conflict.
• The war started on June 13 with Israeli attacks on Iran's nuclear sites.
• The fighting forced many residents to leave Tehran for safety.
• People are now returning to Tehran, filling highways with cars.
• Those returning express a mix of relief and fear about the future.
• Highways were jammed, and fuel was hard to obtain during evacuations.
• The Iranian Ministry of Health reported that the majority of casualties were civilians.

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• Autism rates have risen 60 times compared to previous figures.
• Dr. Allen Frances contributed to the criteria used to diagnose autism.
• The interview with Dr. Frances was conducted by Juana Summers from NPR.
• Dr. Frances's article appeared in the New York Times.
• The discussion about autism rates was part of the program "All Things Considered."

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• An Israeli drone strike killed at least 18 Palestinians in the city of Deir al-Balah, Gaza.
• The strike hit a Hamas police unit in civilian clothes that was trying to manage a market.
• Eyewitnesses said the police confronted vendors over pricing and goods allegedly looted from aid.
• Clashes between police and vendors occurred before the strike, with weapons being drawn.
• The Hamas Ministry of Interior condemned the strike, calling it a "crime" against public order forces.
• The situation in Gaza is difficult, with food shortages and market prices rising.
• The US recently provided an additional $30 million in funding to a major aid organization in Gaza.
• Israel's Prime Minister accused Hamas of misusing humanitarian aid, claims that Hamas denies.
• The World Health Organization delivered medical supplies to Gaza, marking its first shipment since early March.

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• Sean “Diddy” Combs is on trial for charges that include sex trafficking and racketeering.
• Prosecutors say he used his wealth and power to avoid punishment for allegedly abusing women.
• Combs has denied all charges against him.
• Testimonies in the trial have included claims of cruelty and intimidation by Combs.
• Prosecutors accuse Combs of organizing drug-fueled parties and using footage from them for leverage.
• Combs' former girlfriend, Cassie, testified about abusive treatment.
• Defense lawyers argue that prosecutors are misrepresenting Combs' lifestyle as criminal.
• The jury will soon begin deliberations, and a conviction could mean at least 15 years in prison for Combs.

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• Donald Trump publicly called for the cancellation of Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial.
• Trump used social media to express his opinion that Netanyahu’s trial was a "witch hunt."
• Netanyahu faces charges of fraud, breach of trust, and accepting bribes.
• Trump previously showed strong support for Israel during his presidency, notably by brokering the Abraham Accords.
• Netanyahu's legal process is a significant topic in Israel, with opinions divided on his leadership and trial.
• Netanyahu thanked Trump for his support shortly after Trump's statement.
• Netanyahu is the first sitting Israeli prime minister to be indicted while in office.

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• Russia and Ukraine exchanged prisoners, but the exact number is not known.
• Ukrainian President Zelenskyy mentioned that Ukrainian soldiers are returning home, some held since 2022.
• Russia said its soldiers are receiving medical and psychological help in Belarus before returning to Russia.
• The exchange took place after a June meeting in Turkiye where both sides agreed to swap at least 1,000 soldiers.
• Talks between Russia and Ukraine to end the war have not progressed.
• Russian air strikes killed one person in Kherson, Ukraine, and wounded two others.
• Russia claimed to capture two villages in Ukraine's Donetsk region.
• President Zelenskyy signed an agreement with the Council of Europe to try Russian officials for the invasion.

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• Sean "Diddy" Combs is a well-known hip-hop mogul on trial for sex trafficking and racketeering.
• The trial has lasted seven weeks, with evidence and testimonies presented against him.
• The prosecutor, Christy Slavik, argued that Combs used his influence to commit crimes and escape consequences.
• Allegations include kidnapping an employee and orchestrating violent acts like setting a car on fire.
• Combs is accused of forcing or coercing women, including his ex-girlfriend Cassie, into sex acts using threats and manipulation.
• Security footage shown to jurors depicted Combs physically assaulting Cassie at a hotel in 2016.
• Combs’ defense team claims he is innocent, arguing that while there was domestic violence, it does not equate to the crimes charged.
• Combs’ lawyers have challenged the prosecution's case through cross-examinations of witnesses, some of whom were subpoenaed.

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• Armenia's Prime Minister Pashinyan and the Armenian Apostolic Church are in a dispute involving accusations of a coup plot.
• Pashinyan offered to expose himself to prove he was not circumcised after a priest's Facebook post questioned his Christianity.
• The confrontation began when Pashinyan accused the Church leader, Catholicos Karekin II, of breaking his celibacy vow.
• The Church accused Pashinyan of undermining Armenia's spiritual unity but did not respond to the celibacy claim.
• 16 people, including Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan, were detained on accusations of plotting a coup and planning terrorism.
• Armenia's Investigative Committee claims the group planned to form "assault groups" to cause disturbances.
• Archbishop Galstanyan has been ordered to remain in detention for two months as he faces charges.

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• Bill Moyers was a journalist.
• He was 91 years old when he died.
• He worked with PBS for many years.
• He created the weekly program "Bill Moyers Journal."
• He produced a documentary series called "Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth."
• The documentary series had 30 million viewers.