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Access to the social media platform X has been restricted in Tanzania after hackers targeted the official social media accounts of some government and private organizations, including the police. The authorities are investigating the hacking incident, but they have not confirmed if they are directly blocking the platform.
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Tanzanian police are investigating after their social media accounts were hacked.
Hackers posted inappropriate content and false news about the president on the police's X account.
The social media platform X is not accessible on major internet providers in Tanzania.
People in some regions can still use X if they use VPNs, which are not allowed without a permit.
Information Minister Jerry Silaa confirmed government accounts were secured after the hacking.
A government spokesman mentioned immediate actions against those responsible for the hacking.
The situation occurs during tensions related to the deportation of Kenyan nationals from Tanzania.
Two activists, Boniface Mwangi (Kenyan) and Agather Atuhaire (Ugandan), were reportedly held by Tanzanian immigration officials, but their exact location is unclear.
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Manny Pacquiao, a famous boxer from the Philippines, announced he will return to boxing. At age 46, he plans to fight Mario Barrios, the WBC welterweight champion, on July 19 in Las Vegas. Pacquiao is aiming to become the oldest welterweight world champion.
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Manny Pacquiao is 46 years old.
He last fought almost four years ago, in August 2021.
Pacquiao will fight Mario Barrios, the WBC welterweight champion, on July 19.
Pacquiao aims to be the oldest welterweight champion in history.
He previously became the oldest welterweight champion by winning against Keith Thurman in 2019.
The WBC recently ranked Pacquiao number five in their list of fighters.
The WBC president confirmed Pacquiao is medically cleared and licensed to fight.
Pacquiao has tried to enter politics but was not elected to the Philippines senate recently.
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Canada is discussing with the United States whether to join a new missile defense system called the "Golden Dome," which aims to protect against advanced aerial threats. The discussions come alongside other talks about security and economics between the two countries, but details on Canada's involvement or costs are not yet clear.
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Canada and the US are talking about Canada joining the US's new "Golden Dome" missile defense system.
The "Golden Dome" system is meant to counter advanced aerial threats like hypersonic missiles.
This new system is inspired by Israel's Iron Dome, which defends against rockets and missiles.
The system would involve new technology, including space-based sensors and interceptors.
The initial cost of the project is announced at $175 billion, with a potential final cost of up to $542 billion.
Canada and the US already work together on Norad, which defends the region from aerospace threats.
It is not clear how Canada would participate in the Golden Dome or how much it would contribute.
President Trump wants the system operational by the end of his term, but experts doubt this is feasible.
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Chris Brown was released on bail by a London court after being charged with a nightclub attack. He must follow specific bail conditions, including paying a security fee and staying away from the alleged victim. His tour will proceed as scheduled.
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Chris Brown, an American singer, was charged with attacking a music producer in a London nightclub.
The court allowed him to go free on bail with a condition to pay a £5 million security fee.
Chris Brown was not present at the court hearing where bail was granted.
The bail conditions require him to avoid contact with the alleged victim and the club.
He can continue his planned world tour starting in Amsterdam on 8 June.
Other bail conditions include residing at a known address and surrendering his passport if not traveling for the tour.
Chris Brown's next court appearance is on 20 June.
His co-defendant, Omololu Akinlolu, is also involved in the case.
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A British tourist named Douglas Robert Brook has been arrested in Namibia for allegedly sexually abusing minors and taking illegal photographs of them. He is accused of targeting children from the San community in the Otjozondjupa region and faces 38 charges, including rape and indecent assault. The suspect was denied bail and will remain in custody while the investigation continues.
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A British tourist, Douglas Robert Brook, was arrested in Namibia.
He is accused of sexually abusing minors and taking nude photos of them.
The children targeted were from the indigenous San community in central Namibia.
The tourist faces 38 charges, including rape and indecent assault.
Police claim he lured 34 children with sweets and money.
The suspect remains in custody after being denied bail in court.
The UK embassy in Namibia stated it had no further information beyond media reports.
Namibia's Ministry of Environment and Tourism condemned the actions for disrespecting the cultural heritage of the San community.
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Two aides of Mexico City's mayor, Clara Brugada, were shot and killed by a gunman while traveling to work. The suspect escaped on a motorbike, and the motive remains unclear. Authorities are investigating the attack, which adds to a series of violent incidents involving local politicians in Mexico.
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A gunman killed Ximena Guzmán and José Muñoz, aides to Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada.
The attack happened on Tuesday morning as they were on their way to work.
The suspect escaped on a motorbike and might have had an accomplice.
The motive for the shooting is currently unknown.
Mayor Brugada expressed her grief and vowed to seek justice.
President Claudia Sheinbaum offered support to Mayor Brugada during the incident's aftermath.
Police seized a motorbike and another vehicle thought to be involved in the attack.
Attacks on politicians are common in Mexico, but are less frequent in the capital city.
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A Russian missile struck a military training area in Ukraine's Sumy region, killing six Ukrainian soldiers and injuring over 10 others. Ukraine's National Guard confirmed the attack, which occurred during a training exercise, and has begun an investigation.
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A Russian missile hit a Ukrainian training ground in the Sumy region.
Six Ukrainian soldiers were killed in the strike, with more than 10 injured.
The attack happened during a military training exercise.
Ukraine's National Guard confirmed the incident and launched an investigation.
The Sumy region is near the Russian border and has faced repeated attacks.
Russia released a video claiming to show the missile attack.
Ukrainian military operations in the region aimed to create a buffer zone for protection.
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At a Columbia University graduation ceremony, President Claire Shipman was booed by attendees chanting "Free Mahmoud." The protest was in support of Mahmoud Khalil, a graduate detained for his involvement in pro-Palestinian protests. Khalil, a legal US resident, hasn't been charged with a crime but faces possible deportation.
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Claire Shipman, Columbia University President, was booed during a graduation event.
Attendees chanted "Free Mahmoud" in protest.
Mahmoud Khalil, a graduate, was detained by US immigration in March.
Khalil participated in pro-Palestinian protests at the university.
He is a permanent US resident and has not been charged with any crime.
Authorities continue to detain Khalil while considering deportation.
Past pro-Palestinian protests have been labeled antisemitic by former President Donald Trump.
Student activists oppose the antisemitic label for these protests.
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A 29-year-old man was arrested after he allegedly tried to climb up the mooring line of a cruise ship docked in Sydney Harbour. The cruise ship is named Carnival Adventure, and the incident occurred at Circular Quay. New South Wales police have charged the man with three offenses for unauthorized entry.
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A man attempted to climb a cruise ship in Sydney Harbour.
The cruise ship is called Carnival Adventure.
The incident happened at Circular Quay in Sydney.
The man is 29 years old.
New South Wales police arrested the man.
He faces three charges related to unauthorized entry.
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Augustin Matata Ponyo, a former prime minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, was sentenced to ten years of forced labor for corruption. He was found guilty of misusing $245 million of public funds, along with Deogratias Mutombo, the former central bank governor, who received a five-year sentence.
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Augustin Matata Ponyo served as the prime minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo from 2012 to 2016.
He was sentenced to ten years of forced labor for embezzling around $245 million of public funds.
Deogratias Mutombo, former central bank governor, was sentenced to five years of forced labor in the same case.
The funds were meant for a major agricultural project to address food shortages in the country.
Both Matata and Mutombo are banned from public service for five years after their sentences end.
Matata has denied the charges and claims the ruling is politically motivated.
The case began after the Congolese Inspectorate General of Finance reported the missing funds in 2020.
The agricultural project was expected to create 22,000 jobs and help address food insecurity affecting 28 million people in the country.
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Researchers report that tropical forests were lost at the fastest pace ever recorded in 2024, mainly due to fires. The Amazon, facing severe drought and fires, was notably affected, while countries in South East Asia showed some improvement in reducing forest loss through effective government policies.
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Tropical forests lost 67,000 square kilometers in 2024, the largest loss recorded so far.
Fires were the main cause of the forest loss, surpassing agricultural land clearances for the first time.
The Amazon region was hit hard, experiencing the worst drought on record, which helped fires spread.
Deforestation of tropical forests released an estimated 3.1 billion tonnes of greenhouse gases.
South East Asian countries, like Indonesia, managed to decrease forest loss by enforcing "no burning" laws.
The loss of forests could push regions like the Amazon closer to a "tipping point" where they may not recover.
The release of carbon dioxide from burning forests adds to global warming, reversing the forests' role in absorbing CO2.
This pattern of intense fires and forest loss is expected to continue with climate change.
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A federal judge has warned that the U.S. government may have violated a court order by deporting a group of migrants to South Sudan without giving them a fair chance to challenge their deportation. The order had previously restricted the deportation of migrants to third countries without this opportunity. The judge has not ordered the return of the deportees but insists they remain in custody and be treated well.
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A judge warned that deporting migrants to South Sudan might break a previous court order.
The April 18 court order demanded that migrants should have a chance to contest deportation to countries other than their own.
Migrants from several countries, including Myanmar and Vietnam, were reportedly involved.
One deported individual was returned to Myanmar, while a Vietnamese person's deportation location remains undisclosed.
Some migrants on the flight to South Sudan have been detained, with instructions to treat them kindly.
The U.S. advised against travel to South Sudan due to safety concerns like crime and conflict.
The judge's warning is part of ongoing legal disputes concerning immigration policies during President Trump's administration.
Talks about deporting migrants to other countries, like Rwanda and Benin, have been reported.
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Banu Mushtaq, an Indian writer, lawyer, and activist, won the International Booker Prize for her book "Heart Lamp," marking the first time a book written in the Kannada language received this honor. The book, comprising 12 short stories, depicts the struggles of Muslim women in southern India and was translated into English by Deepa Bhasthi.
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Banu Mushtaq is the first Kannada-language author to win the International Booker Prize.
"Heart Lamp" is a collection of 12 short stories highlighting Muslim women's experiences.
The stories were written over 30 years, from 1990 to 2023.
Deepa Bhasthi translated "Heart Lamp" into English.
Mushtaq is known for writing about religious and societal challenges faced by women.
She grew up in Karnataka, India, and learned Kannada at a convent school.
Mushtaq faced personal struggles, including marital conflict and postpartum depression.
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George Wendt, known for his role as Norm Peterson on the TV show "Cheers," passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 76. Wendt was famous for being in every episode of "Cheers" and was nominated six times for an Emmy Award as a supporting actor in a comedy series.
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George Wendt starred as Norm Peterson in the TV series "Cheers."
"Cheers" aired from 1982 to 1993, with Wendt appearing in all 275 episodes.
Wendt passed away at 76 years old, peacefully in his sleep at home.
He received six Emmy nominations for his role in "Cheers."
Wendt appeared in movies like "Dreamscape," "Forever Young," and "Gung Ho."
He appeared in Michael Jackson's 1991 music video for "Black or White."
Wendt was married to actress Bernadette Birkett since 1978 and had three children.
He was the uncle of actor Jason Sudeikis.
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Former President Donald Trump announced plans for a new missile defense system called the "Golden Dome." The system aims to protect the U.S. from advanced aerial threats like missiles, incorporating technologies from land, sea, and space. Trump stated that Canada is interested in joining the project, which is expected to cost between $175 billion and $542 billion over time.
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The "Golden Dome" missile defense system aims to counter advanced missile threats.
Trump unveiled the plan shortly after returning to the White House in January.
The initial budget for the project is $25 billion, but long-term costs could reach up to $542 billion.
Space Force General Michael Guetlein will oversee the system's development.
The system will use technologies from land, sea, and space, including interceptors and sensors.
Canada has expressed interest in joining the project, citing national interest and regional security.
The system draws inspiration from Israel's Iron Dome but targets a broader range of threats.
U.S. defense officials plan to centralize the system under one command structure.
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Syria is at risk of collapsing into a full-scale civil war following recent deadly sectarian violence. The U.S. recently lifted sanctions on Syria to allow international aid under new transitional authorities led by Ahmed al-Sharaa, a former al-Qaeda member.
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Over 100 people were reportedly killed in recent clashes involving Syrian pro-government forces and Druze gunmen.
Rubio expressed concern that Syria could soon face a full-scale civil war.
The U.S. lifted sanctions on Syria to support transitional authorities and encourage foreign aid.
President Trump met with Ahmed al-Sharaa, who leads Syria's new transitional government and was once a leader in al-Qaeda.
Assad's 13-year civil war in Syria killed over 600,000 people and displaced 12 million.
Sharaa's group, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), is a former al-Qaeda affiliate and labeled a terrorist organization by many countries.
The lifting of U.S. sanctions was intended to reduce the suffering of the Syrian people and promote stability.
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British leaders Keir Starmer and David Lammy criticized Israel's military actions in Gaza, describing the humanitarian situation as intolerable and inadequate in terms of aid. The UK, EU, and other countries are considering new actions against Israel due to the situation, and there are ongoing debates on whether to recognize a Palestinian state.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy both criticized the suffering in Gaza, particularly for children, calling it intolerable.
They were dissatisfied with the small amount of aid Israel allows into Gaza and condemned Israel's military escalation.
The EU is reviewing its association agreement with Israel due to the situation.
A group of countries, including the UK, France, and Canada, issued a statement against Israel's actions in Gaza, suggesting more actions if conditions do not improve.
Israel proposes a new aid delivery model for Gaza that replaces existing agencies with civilian contractors supported by its military, but it faces criticism for being ineffective.
Some UK MPs suggest Britain should recognize Palestine; however, this idea is debated as potentially symbolic without causing significant change.
Criticism of Israel's actions includes fears that its military operations might worsen conditions in Gaza, where many people face starvation.
There is a growing loss of support for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government among traditional allies.
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An exotic dancer named Sharay Hayes testified in a New York City court during Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial. Hayes revealed he discovered Combs' identity through a hotel television screen and explained details of the encounter with Combs and his then-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura.
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Sharay Hayes is an exotic dancer who testified in Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial.
Hayes found out Combs' identity when a hotel TV welcomed "Sean Combs."
Combs wore a veil during an encounter where Hayes performed for Combs and Cassie Ventura.
Regina Ventura, Cassie's mother, testified about photos showing her daughter's bruises.
An email from Cassie to her mother described threats made by Combs.
Regina Ventura said Combs demanded $20,000, which she paid fearing for her daughter's safety.
The trial involves allegations of sex trafficking and racketeering against Combs.
The trial is expected to last several weeks, and Combs could face a life sentence if convicted.
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Heavy rains and storms have hit southern France since Monday, causing major flooding and disrupting power and water services. At least three people have died, and several hundred emergency rescuers are working in the area.
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Heavy rains and storms began affecting southern France on Monday.
The storms have caused damage, flooding streets and cutting off power and water.
At least three people have died because of the flooding.
Several hundred emergency rescuers have been sent to help the region.
The storms and their effects have been ongoing for a few days.
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The United Nations reports that no aid has been distributed in Gaza yet, even though trucks have started crossing the border after an 11-week blockade. Although 93 trucks entered Gaza on Tuesday with supplies like food and medical items, international pressure on Israel is increasing to ensure the full delivery of aid.
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The UN reported that trucks reached the Palestinian side of the Kerem Shalom crossing, but the aid was not yet distributed.
Israeli officials stated that 93 trucks carrying aid entered Gaza, including food and medical supplies.
Israel agreed to lift the aid blockade on Gaza, but international pressure remains due to concerns over the humanitarian situation.
The UK has suspended trade talks with Israel over the military actions in Gaza.
The EU is considering reviewing its trade agreement with Israel because of the situation in Gaza.
The UN describes the aid operation as complex, requiring supplies to be offloaded and reloaded separately.
UN estimates suggest 600 trucks a day are needed to address Gaza's humanitarian needs.
Reports warn that 14,000 babies in Gaza risk severe malnutrition and need immediate aid.
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