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The Peruvian government has enforced a night-time curfew and stopped mining for a month in Pataz province following the kidnap and murder of 13 mine workers. The president has ordered more police and soldiers to the region and plans to let the military take over the mining area where the workers were kidnapped by a criminal gang.
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The Peruvian government has put in place a night curfew in Pataz province.
13 mine workers were kidnapped and killed in this area.
Mining activities have been stopped for a month by order of the president.
More police and soldiers will be sent to the area for security.
The president plans to let the military control the mining area where the workers were kidnapped.
The company the men worked for, La Poderosa, said that they were taken by "illegal miners colluding with criminals."
This incident has put attention on the activities of criminal gangs in Pataz.
A prosecutor said the area is seeing a "war for mining pits" between illegal and legal miners.
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Friedrich Merz, Germany's conservative leader, did not get enough votes to become chancellor. He needed 316 votes but only got 310 and now it appears 18 parliament members who were expected to vote for him did not. The German parliament now has 14 days to vote for Merz or another candidate.
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Friedrich Merz is a leader of the Christian Democrat party in Germany.
He didn't get the 316 votes he needed to become chancellor.
Only 310 of the 630 parliament members voted for him.
There's going to be another vote in the next 14 days.
If no one gets the majority of votes, a candidate can still be elected.
Merz's party made a deal with the center-left party to form a government together.
The Alternative for Germany party, which is a far-right group, came second in the last election with 20.8% votes.
Angela Merkel, a former German chancellor, was at the parliament during the vote.
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Hamas (a Palestinian political organization) has stated it does not wish to engage in cease-fire talks with Israel. This is in response to Israel's plan to launch a large-scale operation, potentially taking over Gaza. Israel's proposed operation follows a two-month blockade that has caused significant food shortages in Gaza.
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Hamas has refused to discuss a new truce deal after Israel announced plans to possibly seize control of Gaza.
Israel's proposed operation largely involves displacing most of Gaza's 2.1 million population and controlling aid distribution.
Israel says this operation aims to retrieve hostages held by Hamas and cause a "decisive defeat" to the group.
The operation has received criticism with warnings of a potential rise in civilian casualties and increased destruction in Gaza.
The UN states that Israel is obliged to ensure food and medical supplies for Gaza's population; in contrast, Israel maintains there's no aid shortage.
A two-month long blockade by Israel has resulted in severe food shortages in Gaza.
US President Donald Trump has pledged to help supply food to the people in Gaza.
Since the Israeli offensive resumed, 52,567 people have been killed in Gaza, including 2,459 in the recent resumed operations, according to Hamas-run health ministry.
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Himanshi Narwal, the widow of a man killed in a recent attack in Indian-administered Kashmir, became the target of online harassment after pleading for peace and arguing against blaming Muslims or Kashmiris for the attack. This is her first public statement since the tragedy, which initially had her widely seen as a symbol of loss.
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Himanshi Narwal's husband was among the 26 people killed in an attack in Indian-administered Kashmir on 22 April.
The couple had been married for only a week and were on their honeymoon when the attack happened.
Narwal's photograph mourning her husband's death spread widely through social media.
She later appealed for peace and asked people not to blame all Muslims or Kashmiris for the violence.
Her appeal led to an internet backlash, with many harassing her online.
Some accused her of dishonoring her husband's memory, others made unfounded claims about her personal life.
The National Commission for Women in India denounced the online harassment as "extremely reprehensible and unfortunate."
Narwal isn't the only survivor of the attack who received online abuse; Arathi R Menon also experienced harassment after she spoke about her experience and expressed gratitude to two Kashmiri men who helped her.
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Port Sudan, which used to be a safe city where people could escape from civil war in Sudan, has experienced drone attacks for three days straight. These attacks were supposedly carried out by a paramilitary force, and have targeted the airport, army base, a major hotel, and a fuel depot.
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Port Sudan has been under attack by drones for three consecutive days.
These drone attacks have targeted the city's airport, army base, a fuel depot, and a major hotel.
The city, which used to be a safe haven for people fleeing the civil war, is now under threat.
The African Union describes these attacks as a serious escalation in the Sudanese civil war, posing a threat to civilians and the stability of the region.
The paramilitary group believed to be responsible for these attacks has been using drones more frequently to regain its lost territories.
These drone attacks marked a sharp turn for Port Sudan which was considered safe from bombardment.
The ongoing conflict between the army and the paramilitary force have caused displacement and loss of life, resulting in a serious humanitarian crisis.
Both the army and the paramilitary force have been accused of committing war crimes.
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The Indian government has asked Sotheby's auction house in Hong Kong to cancel the planned auction of jewels found with Buddha's remains. They want the jewels returned to India, saying their sale breaches Indian and international law, in addition to UN conventions.
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The Indian government has threatened to take legal action against Sotheby's auction house in Hong Kong unless they cancel an auction of jewels connected with Buddha's remains.
These jewels were discovered more than 100 years ago with the bone fragments of Buddha.
According to Indian officials, selling these relics goes against both Indian and international laws, as well as United Nations conventions.
The sale of these jewels has been criticized by several Buddhists and art scholars worldwide.
William Claxton Peppé, the man who originally excavated the gems in 1898, had been allowed to keep some of the gems, which are now being sold by his great-grandson, Chris Peppé.
The Indian ministry calls these jewels an important part of India's religious and cultural heritage.
According to the Indian ministry, Chris Peppé and Sotheby's do not have the right to sell ("alienate or misappropriate") these jewels.
The Indian officials have demanded a public apology from Sotheby's and Chris Peppé, and want them to disclose records proving ownership of these relics. Failure to meet these demands could lead to legal action in both India and Hong Kong.
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The 2025 Met Gala, a major fashion event, took place in New York City with a menswear-focused theme named "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style". Many celebrities participated, each interpreting the theme in their own way.
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The 2025 Met Gala event was themed "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style", focusing on menswear.
The event was inspired by a new exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's costume institute that explores the significance of fashion in forming black identities.
Famous celebrities like Zendaya, Demi Moore, and Diana Ross participated and wore dramatic outfits in connection with the theme.
Zendaya wore an all-white Louis Vuitton suit with a wide-brimmed hat and a touch of red from her manicured nails.
Demi Moore wore a black and white striped sequin gown from Thom Browne resembling a men's tie.
Kim Kardashian wore an all-black ensemble by Chrome Hearts made of fitted leather and paired with diamond necklaces and pearls.
Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny wore a brown suit by Prada and had accessories that paid tribute to his Puerto Rican heritage.
Singer Diana Ross wore a dramatic white outfit with feathers and a long train, with names of her family members embroidered on it.
British Formula One star, Sir Lewis Hamilton wore a cream suit designed by black British designer Grace Wales Bonner.
Actress Sydney Sweeney wore a custom beaded Miu Miu dress at the Gala, marking her third time wearing the designer at the event.
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Concerns have been raised about Pope Francis' handling of the sexual abuse of children by clergy during his time as Pope. Despite some acknowledgment and reform, many survivors are of the view that he didn't do enough.
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133 cardinals are presently meeting in Rome to select the next Pope.
Alexa MacPherson was sexually abused by a Catholic priest from the age of three for six years.
A criminal complaint was launched against the accused priest, Peter Kanchong, on the charge of assault and battery of a minor, in August 1984.
The then-Archbishop of Boston, Bernard Law, attempted to protect Peter Kanchong from criminal charges and scandal.
Peter Kanchong was spared from formal charges but given a year of probation and mandated to undergo therapy.
However, Peter Kanchong did not respond to therapy and disregarded a recall to Thailand, staying in the U.S and working at a facility for adults with learning disabilities.
The archbishop's letter was made public in 2002 when a Boston court ordered the Catholic Church to release thousands of pages of documents related to the case.
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Singer Rihanna has announced she is expecting her third child. She revealed the news on the red carpet at this year's Met Gala, a high-profile fashion event in New York.
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Rihanna, whose real name is Robyn Fenty, stated she is pregnant with her third child.
The announcement was made at the Met Gala, a major fashion event held at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art.
The singer and her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, already have two sons.
This year’s Met Gala theme was "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," focusing on menswear fashion.
Rihanna made her previous pregnancy announcements similarly publicly - during a photoshoot in 2022, and at the 2023 Super Bowl halftime show.
Other celebrities, such as tennis player Serena Williams and model Karlie Kloss, have also revealed their pregnancies at the Met Gala.
There was already speculation that Rihanna and A$AP Rocky, real name Rakim Mayers, were expecting a third child.
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Ian Wilkinson, the sole survivor of a deadly food poisoning incident in Australia, recently shared his experience in court. Erin Patterson is on trial, charged with the murder of three people and attempted murder of another, all family members, after allegedly wrongly serving them toxic mushrooms.
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Ian Wilkinson, the only survivor, became seriously ill after a meal, while his wife and two other relatives died after consuming toxic mushrooms.
Erin Patterson is being tried in court for murder and attempted murder, but she insists she served the poisonous mushrooms by mistake.
Initially, medical staff thought the symptoms were due to food poisoning from the meat.
Only later was it realized that mushroom poisoning was the problem, leading to urgency in their treatment.
Ian Wilkinson spent seven weeks in hospital, three of which were in intensive care.
During the meal, which included various foods, the attendees had individual servings. It is uncertain how much Erin Patterson ate.
The relationship between Erin and Ian was described as friendly and amicable, but not particularly close.
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Toy manufacturer Mattel, who make Barbie, says it will raise the prices of some toys due to increased costs from tariffs levied by the U.S. government. In response to these increased costs, Mattel also plans to reduce the number of toys it manufactures in China for the U.S. market.
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Mattel intends to increase the prices of some toys in the United States.
This is due to the implementation of import taxes (also known as tariffs) by the U.S. government on goods from China.
The U.S. market accounts for about half of Mattel's worldwide toy sales.
Around 20% of the toys Mattel sells in the U.S. are imported from China.
Mattel plans to reduce its toy imports from China to the U.S. to below 15% in the forthcoming year.
Apart from China, Mattel also imports toys from Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
These three countries also had tariffs placed on them by the U.S. government in April.
Other businesses, such as car manufacturer Ford and sportswear company Adidas, have also expressed concern about the negative impact of tariffs on their operations.
Both these companies have stated they expect the tariffs to increase their overall costs this year.
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Friedrich Merz, a 69-year-old conservative, is set to become Germany's new Chancellor. His government aims to improve the country's struggling economy, increase its international influence, and overcome political stagnation resulting from the previous government's collapse.
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Friedrich Merz is in line to become the new Chancellor of Germany.
Merz's government aims to rejuvenate Germany's weak economy and elevate its standing globally.
The previous German government fell apart, leading to the current situation.
The coalition government led by Merz has a slim majority, with 328 seats out of the total.
After its lackluster performance in the federal election, the SPD, a part of the coalition, faced its worst post-war result.
Merz pledges to strengthen immigration laws, stimulate investment in infrastructure, and restore relationships with key European partners.
The far-right party, Alternative für Deutschland (AfD), is the main opposition in the Bundestag and was recently classified as an extremist organization by domestic intelligence.
Merz intends to maintain and reinforce Germany's relationship with the United States.
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Cheap Chinese imports of viscose yarn are affecting the textile industry in India. Many Indian spinning mills have slowed production due to a drop in orders. This comes as Chinese manufacturers look for new markets after facing tariffs on exports to the US.
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The demand for Indian-made viscose yarn, used for woven garments, has dropped by around 40% in the last month.
Chinese viscose yarn has become cheaper and is being imported into India in large amounts.
This is a result of new tariffs in the US that have forced Chinese manufacturers to search for other markets.
India's local yarn industry is struggling because they can't match the low prices of the Chinese product.
China says it won't dump products in India and plans to buy high-quality Indian products.
Concerns about Chinese 'dumping', or the practice of selling products abroad at cheaper prices, extend to other sectors in India.
Due to its dependence on Chinese goods, including raw materials and intermediate products, India's trade deficit with China is about $100bn.
The Indian trade ministry is checking the flow of cheap Chinese goods, and India has put a 12% tax on some steel imports to prevent an increase in cheap shipments from China.
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133 Catholic cardinals are scheduled to meet this week to elect a new pope in a private and secure environment. Their meeting will take place in the Sistine Chapel where they will not have any contact with the world outside until the election process concludes to safeguard against any influence.
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133 Catholic cardinals are gathering to vote for a new pope.
The election will take place within the Sistine Chapel.
Cardinals vow to keep the election details secret for life.
People within the Vatican during the election will also maintain "absolute and perpetual secrecy".
Electronic devices will be prohibited, and the area will be checked for microphones and bugs.
Measures are in place to avoid hacking and prevent external influences.
Breaking the rules of the election process can lead to ex-communication from the church.
Cardinals over the age of 80 are not allowed to vote.
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US policy towards Israel has noticeably changed under presidents Trump and Biden, especially during the recent conflicts in Gaza. Public opinion in America about Israel has also shifted, with the latest polls indicating less support than 25 years ago.
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President Trump took a strong pro-Israel stance, pledging US control over the Gaza Strip. This was a significant change from previous US policies.
During the October 2023 Hamas attacks on Israel and subsequent Israeli offensive, the US under President Biden provided about £13.5bn ($18bn) worth of weaponry to Israel.
Protests became a common sight in the US during this time. Some demonstrators labeled Biden "Genocide Joe", a name Biden rejects.
US policy under Trump and Biden has resulted in legal action and controversy. The Trump administration seeks to deport certain foreign students accused of antisemitism or support for Hamas.
A recent Gallup poll indicates that American support for Israel is at its lowest point in 25 years at 46%. Concurrently, American sympathy for Palestinians is at its highest at 33%.
This significant shift in public perception appears to be mostly among Democrats and younger Americans.
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Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced his decision to reopen and expand Alcatraz, the well-known previous prison located on an island near San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge. He made this announcement on his social media platform, Truth Social.
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Donald Trump is proposing to reopen and expand Alcatraz, which was a notorious old prison.
The announcement was made on Truth Social, Trump's own social media network.
Trump mentioned that the U.S. has long faced a problem with violent and repeat offenders.
This plan is not considered serious by notable Democrats.
Alcatraz Island is a popular tourist destination, with over one million visitors annually risking a ferry from Pier 33 to reach it.
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Last week, air traffic controllers at Newark Liberty International Airport lost contact with airplanes for a short time, causing a disruption and leading to many employees taking trauma leave. The incident led to several flight delays and cancellations.
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Air traffic controllers at Newark Airport temporarily lost communication with planes last week.
This technology failure caused many employees to take trauma leave.
More than 150 flights were cancelled in one day due to the incident, according to the tracking website FlightAware.
Newark Airport, one of the busiest in New York, has been dealing with a shortage of staff for over a week.
According to the US Transportation Secretary, this brief contact loss did not endanger planes due to their communication devices.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) admitted that they have an outdated air traffic control system, affecting their work.
A number of FAA controllers left their job, according to the United CEO.
The US Department of Transportation is aiming to add at least 2,000 more air traffic controllers this year.
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US President Donald Trump has proposed reopening Alcatraz, a notorious prison island located in San Francisco Bay that is now a tourist site. Experts, however, find the idea of refurbishing the old prison unrealistic.
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Former US President Donald Trump expressed interest in reopening Alcatraz, a former prison island in San Francisco Bay.
Alcatraz, also known as "the Rock," has been a historic landmark and tourist spot for years since it stopped serving as a prison.
Donald Trump believes that the prison could be repurposed to house dangerous inmates and stand as a symbol of law and order.
Experts think that the renovation of the deteriorated old prison is unrealistic.
Alcatraz was built initially as a naval defense fort, it was then reconstructed as a military prison in the early 20th century and was formally converted into a federal prison in 1934.
Renowned inmates like Al Capone, Mickey Cohen, and George "Machine Gun" Kelly were once prisoners in Alcatraz.
Alcatraz was notoriously considered as inescapable due to the strong currents and cold temperatures of San Francisco Bay.
The prison was closed down by Attorney General Robert Kennedy in 1963 due to high operational costs, and is now a museum managed by the National Park Service.
This is not the first time a President has contemplated the reopening of Alcatraz. In 1981, the Reagan administration considered it as a site to hold refugees.
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Israel's military acknowledged carrying out strikes on targets in Yemen that it stated were linked to the Houthi group. The attack came a day after a missile was launched at Israel's Ben Gurion airport, attributed to the Houthis. However, the US has denied participating in Israel's assault on Yemen.
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Israel's military attacked Houthi targets in Yemen following a missile launched at Ben Gurion airport in Israel.
The missile, shot at Israel the day before, was connected to the Houthi group, according to Israel.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) struck places in Yemen that it said were key supply points for the Houthis, including Hudaydah Port and a cement factory east of Hudaydah.
The IDF says its attack was careful to avoid harm to ships at the port.
The Houthis, backed by Iran, reported that 21 people were injured in the Israeli attack.
The Houthis accused both the US and Israel of carrying out the attack, a claim that the US denied.
Hudaydah Port, which was among the attacked sites, is an important point of entry for food imports in Yemen.
The US has been carrying out air strikes against the Houthis as well, approved by both former and current American presidents.
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Ukraine has announced it struck a drone control center in Russia's Kursk region, as more attempts to move into Russia are reported. This follows the previous unexpected incursion into Kursk, initiated by Ukraine in August 2024, which Ukraine asserts is still ongoing, despite Russia's assertion in April that it had retrieved control of the entire region.
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Ukraine reported it attacked a drone command center in Russia's Kursk region.
This follows a surprise move into Kursk by Ukraine in August 2024.
There are ongoing reports of further attempts by Ukraine to cross into Russia.
Russian bloggers claim Ukrainian forces tried to move into the village Tyotkino.
Moscow has previously declared in April that it regained complete control over Kursk.
Kyiv disputes this, insisting they still have soldiers operating in the region.
Unofficial reports and maps from military bloggers suggest conflict at the border in two locations aiming for Tyotkino.
People living in two settlements near the north-eastern Ukraine border are being advised to evacuate.
Ukraine's original intent for moving into Kursk was to create a buffer zone and a point of negotiation.
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