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Terry Harper is retiring after 50 years of tuning pianos at the Sydney Opera House. His father, Ron Harper, started this family tradition when the Opera House opened in 1973. Terry has been responsible for ensuring that the pianos are perfectly tuned for performances.
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Terry Harper has worked at the Sydney Opera House for 50 years.
He has been the primary piano tuner for the opera house, which has 30 pianos.
Tuning a piano by ear is a difficult skill; Terry learned from his father.
Terry's father, Ron Harper, began tuning pianos for the Opera House in 1973.
The process of tuning a piano can take up to 90 minutes.
The Sydney Opera House opened in 1973, and since then, various famous events, like Arnold Schwarzenegger's body-building win, have taken place there.
Terry Harper is retiring, marking the end of his family's legacy at the Opera House.
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President Vladimir Putin spoke at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum, focusing on Russia's economic situation. The event highlighted concerns about Russia's economy as government officials warned it might be heading toward a recession. Economic growth has slowed despite military spending, and Western sanctions continue to impact business ties.
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President Putin spoke at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum, focusing on economic issues.
Putin emphasized continuing Russia's priorities on military advances, referencing the Ukraine conflict.
Russia's Economic Development Minister, Maxim Reshetnikov, warned the country's economy could be near recession.
The Central Bank Governor, Elvira Nabiullina, said Russia's economic growth relied on using up resources that are now mostly depleted.
Many Western companies have left Russia due to sanctions related to the Ukraine war.
Kirill Dmitriev, a Russian official, said some American businesses might want to return if relations improve.
The American Chamber of Commerce president said it is unlikely U.S. companies will return while the Ukraine conflict continues.
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Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University activist, was released after over three months in immigration detention. He claims that efforts by the Trump administration to silence pro-Palestinian voices were unsuccessful. A judge ordered his release, and the administration plans to appeal the decision.
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Mahmoud Khalil was detained for more than three months in an immigration center.
He is a well-known pro-Palestinian activist linked to Columbia University.
Khalil was released after a judge decided he was not a flight risk or danger to his community.
The Trump administration wants to deport Khalil due to his activism.
Khalil plans to continue advocating for Palestinian rights and other immigrants.
His arrest led to protests in New York and Washington DC.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a Democratic congresswoman, supported Khalil's release, criticizing the administration's legal actions.
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A man named Vance Luther Boelter has been charged with killing a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband. According to the FBI, Boelter is part of a group that prepares for major disasters. He allegedly planned to target more people and was captured by police after a two-day search.
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Vance Luther Boelter is accused of killing Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband.
Boelter seriously wounded State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette.
Boelter was described by the FBI as a "prepper," someone who plans for catastrophic events.
His wife, Jenny Boelter, was stopped by police after the shootings with cash, passports, and guns in her car.
Jenny Boelter said her husband had a plan for leaving home quickly if needed.
Boelter allegedly had a list of about 70 people he may have targeted, including political figures.
The suspect reportedly used a police disguise to access the lawmakers' homes.
The investigation found no evidence of any plot involving political figures.
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At least eight people died in a hot air balloon accident in Praia Grande, Brazil. Thirteen people, including the pilot, survived the crash and were taken to hospitals. The accident happened after a fire started inside the balloon's basket, causing it to fall.
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A hot air balloon accident occurred in Praia Grande, Brazil.
The accident caused the deaths of at least eight people.
There were 21 people on the balloon when the accident happened.
Thirteen people survived the accident, including the pilot.
The accident was caused by a fire inside the balloon's basket.
The balloon crashed near a health center in the city.
The governor of Santa Catarina and Brazil's President expressed condolences and offered support.
Praia Grande is well-known for hot air balloon activities.
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The husband of Belarus opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya has been released from prison in Belarus. Sergei Tikhanovsky, along with other political prisoners, is now in Lithuania where he reunited with his wife. Their release occurred during a visit by a U.S. special envoy to Minsk.
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Sergei Tikhanovsky, husband of opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, was released from a Belarusian prison.
Tikhanovsky and other political prisoners, including journalists and foreign nationals, are now in Lithuania.
U.S. special envoy Keith Kellogg visited Minsk and met with Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko on the day of the release.
Svetlana Tikhanovskaya has led opposition efforts against Lukashenko since being forced into exile.
Tikhanovskaya thanked international figures and asserted that over 1,150 political prisoners remain in jail.
Svetlana Tikhanovskaya ran in the 2020 elections after her husband was jailed, but fled Belarus post-election citing rigged results.
The release involved 14 prisoners, as confirmed by the Lithuanian foreign minister.
Belarus saw mass protests and a crackdown in 2020, resulting in numerous arrests and exiles.
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Israel announced it killed Saeed Izadi, a senior Iranian military leader linked to planning a recent Hamas attack on Israel. This attack happened in Qom, Iran, and is part of ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran, with both countries exchanging strikes.
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Saeed Izadi, an Iranian commander, was reportedly connected to a Hamas attack on Israel.
Israel's military confirmed it struck an apartment in Qom to kill Izadi.
Izadi was part of the IRGC's Quds Force, working with Palestinian armed groups like Hamas.
He had survived a previous Israeli airstrike in Syria in 2024.
On the same day, Israel claimed to kill another Iranian commander, Behnam Shahriyari, in a drone strike.
The conflict between Israel and Iran has been ongoing, and both nations continue to launch attacks.
Iran claims Israel targeted a nuclear facility near Isfahan.
Over 400 people have died in Iran since the conflict began, according to Iranian sources.
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A sunken superyacht named the Bayesian has been lifted from the seabed near Sicily, nearly a year after it sank, resulting in the deaths of seven people, including its owner, Mike Lynch, and his daughter. The yacht is being held by a crane for inspections and is expected to be moved to the port of Termini Imerese for further investigation into the sinking.
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The Bayesian sank off the coast of Sicily last year, killing seven of the 22 people on board.
Mike Lynch, a British tech tycoon, owned the yacht and died in the incident with his daughter and others.
Strong winds over 80 mph are believed to have caused the yacht to capsize and sink quickly.
A recent investigation found that neither the yacht's owner nor the crew was aware of the boat's vulnerability to such high winds.
The yacht is being inspected by officials, as part of a criminal investigation, to understand the cause of the sinking.
A previous salvage effort was delayed after a diver died during operations.
The yacht will be taken to a nearby port in Termini Imerese for further checks.
Fifteen people were rescued from the sinking, including Mr. Lynch’s wife, Angela Bacares.
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Tulsi Gabbard, a US political figure, recently stated that Iran could potentially produce a nuclear weapon within weeks. Her statement follows earlier testimony in which she said Iran was not making nuclear weapons, which was countered by other US intelligence assessments. Iran maintains that its nuclear activities are peaceful, and discussions with the US have been complicated by recent military actions in the region.
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Tulsi Gabbard stated that Iran might produce a nuclear weapon soon, within weeks.
Earlier, she testified that Iran was not actively building a nuclear weapon.
The US Director of National Intelligence clarified that her earlier statement was misinterpreted.
US President Donald Trump believes Iran has significant nuclear material and could produce a weapon soon.
Iran claims its nuclear program is peaceful and seeks a negotiated solution.
Trump has suggested a two-week deadline for Iran to agree on nuclear activities.
The International Atomic Energy Agency expressed concern over Iran's uranium stockpile.
Recent conflicts include Israeli strikes on Iranian facilities, leading to deaths on both sides.
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Giorgio Armani will not attend his shows at Milan Fashion Week because he is recovering at home after a brief hospital visit. This is the first time Armani has missed a show in his long career. He will watch the shows online, and his colleague Leo Dell'Orco will take his place for the final bows.
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Giorgio Armani, aged 90, is currently recovering at home after a hospital stay.
He will not attend his two fashion shows at Milan Fashion Week for the first time ever.
Armani has been active in fashion for over 50 years.
The upcoming shows in Milan will feature the Spring-Summer 2026 collections.
Leo Dell'Orco, Armani's longtime collaborator, will take the final walk at these shows.
Armani is expected to be present at upcoming shows in Paris later this year.
The Armani brand was founded in 1975, and it turns 50 next month.
Armani's brand includes various products like fashion, accessories, and luxury hotels in major cities worldwide.
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Panama has declared an emergency in its main banana-growing area, Bocas del Toro, due to ongoing protests against a pension reform. The government has suspended certain rights, allowing police to make arrests without warrants, to control the unrest that started when workers protested proposed pension cuts.
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Panama declared an emergency in Bocas del Toro, a key banana-producing area.
Shops were looted and buildings vandalized during protests against pension reform.
The government suspended some constitutional rights for five days to manage the situation.
The unrest began a month ago with a strike by local banana workers.
Protests spread across Panama in response to proposed pension cuts.
The government aims to restore order and peace in the region.
Protests intensified after Chiquita Brands fired many striking workers.
Protesters set up roadblocks and damaged facilities, including a local airport.
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President Hakainde Hichilema and his predecessor Edgar Lungu were involved in a long-standing conflict, even after Lungu's death on June 5th. The feud affected state funeral plans for Lungu, leading to no visiting dignitaries at his planned service, and highlighted deep political divisions in Zambia.
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Hakainde Hichilema defeated Edgar Lungu in the 2021 presidential election.
Edgar Lungu's family stated that one of his last wishes was to keep Hichilema away from his body.
A state funeral for Lungu was planned, but there will be no visiting dignitaries, and the venue remains unused.
Lungu's daughter announced his death on Facebook, asking for national unity.
Hichilema responded with a delayed message, calling for peace and togetherness.
Hichilema was arrested 17 times during Lungu's presidency, including a detention in 2017 on treason charges, which were later dropped.
Tensions between Hichilema's and Lungu's parties remain high, impacting national politics.
Hichilema spent over 100 days in detention in 2017, blaming Lungu personally for his imprisonment.
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Since Israel launched strikes on Iran, there has been a surge in disinformation online. AI-generated videos and manipulated images have been used to exaggerate Iran's military response and create fake scenarios. Both pro-Iranian and pro-Israeli accounts have contributed to this wave of misleading content.
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Israel began strikes on Iran on June 13, leading to retaliatory attacks from Iran.
AI-generated videos have been used online to falsely depict Iran's military actions and capabilities.
BBC Verify found that disinformation posts have received over 100 million views.
Pro-Israeli accounts have shared old videos claiming they show support for Israel’s actions among Iranians.
Some accounts have significantly increased their follower count by spreading misleading content.
Verification groups report significant use of AI and unrelated footage as fake evidence of current events.
One manipulated image showed a missile strike on Tel Aviv with 27 million views, made to look real using AI.
Some fake content claimed Israeli F-35 fighter jets were destroyed by Iran despite lacking any real evidence.
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Iran announced it will not engage in talks about its nuclear program while facing attacks, following a declaration from Israel's defense minister about a "prolonged" conflict. Both countries exchanged missile strikes, with Iran firing missiles at northern Israel and Israel targeting sites in Iran. International diplomats met with Iran, urging negotiations, but Iran stated talks would only continue if attacks stopped.
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Iran stated it will not discuss its nuclear program while attacks are ongoing.
Israel and Iran exchanged missile strikes, escalating tensions.
Israel warned of a "prolonged campaign" against Iran.
Iran insists its nuclear program is peaceful and claims Israel's actions violate international law.
The U.S. President set a two-week deadline for Iran to avoid potential American air strikes.
European diplomats encouraged Iran to negotiate with the U.S. and others.
Iran launched hundreds of missiles at Israel; at least 25 Israelis and 224 Iranians have died.
The conflict has led to significant loss of life and damage in both countries.
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A new exhibition at the British Museum in London showcases 189 pieces of spiritual art from India, ranging from 2000-year-old sculptures to manuscripts. Titled "Ancient India: Living Traditions," it highlights the changes in religious iconography in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism from symbolic to more human forms between 200BC and AD600. The exhibit is divided into sections that explore nature spirits, the transformation of religious art in the three religions, and their spread beyond India.
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The exhibition is called "Ancient India: Living Traditions" and is held at the British Museum in London.
It includes 189 objects that reveal India's spiritual art evolution over centuries.
Art from Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism is featured, showing a shift from symbolic to human forms.
The exhibition covers the period between 200BC and AD600.
A notable piece is a two-sided panel showing the Buddha's transformation from symbolic to human representation.
Jain art in the exhibition highlights the 24 tirthankaras, or enlightened teachers, with early examples on pink sandstone.
The exhibition is organized into sections, showing the progression and spread of these religions and their art.
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BTS, a popular K-pop band, is coming back after taking a break for military service. Fans are excited about their return, and many gathered for an event celebrating their reunion. The music industry has changed while they've been away, with new challenges and more competition.
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BTS took a break because all South Korean men must complete military service.
Four of the seven BTS members have finished their service, and the last member, Suga, will finish soon.
Fans, known as the ARMY, are excited and held a big event called "BTS Festa" to celebrate.
BTS had to split their service times to minimize their time away from the music scene.
The K-pop industry has seen changes, including slower album sales and more scrutiny of artists.
Some fans traveled from other countries to attend the event and celebrate BTS’s return.
Industry experts believe BTS's return could bring renewed interest in K-pop.
The ARMY fans speak multiple languages, showing BTS's global popularity.
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In China, there are about 30 million more men than women, making it hard for men, especially from poorer backgrounds, to find partners. A dating camp led by coach Hao tries to help these men improve their dating skills. The camp is featured in a documentary that highlights the cultural and social challenges faced by China's younger generations in finding relationships due to the gender imbalance caused by the past one-child policy.
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China has approximately 30 million more men than women.
The gender imbalance is partly a result of the one-child policy, which favored male children.
Dating coach Hao runs a week-long camp to help men improve their chances of finding partners.
Three men, Li, Wu, and Zhou, participate in the camp seeking to find girlfriends or wives.
The documentary "The Dating Game" highlights these men's challenges and experiences.
Hao offers makeovers and teaches dating techniques to boost their confidence.
The program shows difficulties in maintaining authenticity while using online dating profiles.
China ended the one-child policy in 2016 and now holds matchmaking events to address the birth rate issue.
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Romanian authorities are investigating Tristan Tate for possibly breaking election laws by posting political messages on social media during the recent presidential elections. The investigation is focused on whether this activity constitutes foreign election interference. Tate has denied campaigning in Romania, citing his location and platform as reasons he is not subject to Romanian laws.
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Romanian authorities are investigating Tristan Tate for alleged election law violations.
The investigation began after a complaint about a social media post made on election day.
In Romania, it is illegal to share political messages on social media during elections.
Tristan Tate, sometimes linked with his brother Andrew Tate, has a large social media following.
Andrew Tate is not involved in this specific investigation.
Tristan Tate argues that he is not subject to Romanian laws because he posted from Dubai on an American platform.
The Tates have faced other legal charges in Romania and the UK, all of which they deny.
Romanian authorities have allowed the brothers to travel after lifting a previous travel ban.
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A British superyacht that sank off Sicily’s coast last year has been lifted from the ocean floor by a salvage team. Seven people, including the yacht's owner, tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch, and his daughter, died when the boat sank during unexpected bad weather. A diver lost his life during an earlier recovery attempt.
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A superyacht sank near the Italian island of Sicily last year.
Seven out of 22 people on board died, including British tech tycoon Mike Lynch and his daughter.
The yacht sank during unusual weather conditions in August.
Experts believe the yacht should not have sunk so quickly even in a storm.
A diver died in May during a previous effort to recover the yacht.
The diver was a Dutch national working for a specialty salvage company.
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Hurricane Erick, a strong Category 3 storm, hit Mexico's Pacific coast between the resort towns of Acapulco and Puerto Escondido, resulting in the confirmed deaths of two people. Communities in these areas are dealing with floodwater and the aftermath of the storm.
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Hurricane Erick made landfall on Mexico's Pacific coast.
The storm was classified as Category 3, which indicates a major hurricane with strong winds.
It struck between the resort towns of Acapulco and Puerto Escondido.
Officials confirmed at least two people died because of the hurricane.
Affected communities are facing flooding and are in the process of cleaning up.
CBS News provided coverage of the event.
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