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Parts of the UK face an "exceptional" wildfire risk and heat health alerts due to a record-breaking heatwave. Temperatures remain high, drying out vegetation and increasing fire danger, while health services prepare for impacts from the heat.
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Southern England and some of the south Midlands have an "exceptional" wildfire risk this week.
Many other areas in England and Wales are at "very high" wildfire risk.
Heat health alerts (amber and yellow) are active from 12 to 15 July due to high temperatures.
Temperatures are expected to be between 26-33°C (79-91°F) in much of England and Wales.
Wildfire risk is high because of very dry conditions, hot weather, and stronger winds.
Winds help fires spread faster and make them harder to control.
The wildfire risk may reduce midweek as winds lessen and showers possibly arrive.
Thunderstorms and cooler weather might begin late in the week, but temperatures will stay warm.
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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who led Qatar from 1995 to 2013, passed away at age 74. He helped turn Qatar into a wealthy and influential country through natural gas production and major reforms in politics, economy, and society.
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Sheikh Hamad ruled Qatar from 1995 until he stepped down in 2013.
Under his leadership, Qatar’s economy grew over 24 times larger.
Qatar became the world’s biggest exporter of liquefied natural gas by 2006.
He started important institutions like the Qatar Foundation and Al Jazeera news channel.
In 2004, Qatar adopted its first permanent constitution and allowed women to vote and run for office in local elections.
Qatar won the bid to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup during his time as emir.
He peacefully passed power to his son, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, marking a rare voluntary leadership change in the region.
Sheikh Hamad was born in 1952 and trained at Britain’s Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.
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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former ruler of Qatar, has died at the age of 74. Qatar’s official government office announced his death and expressed mourning for the loss.
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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani was the former Emir (ruler) of Qatar.
He died at the age of 74.
The news was announced by Qatar’s Amiri Diwan, the official royal office.
The announcement expressed faith and respect for the Sheikh.
The message asked for God’s mercy on him.
The death occurred on a Sunday morning.
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US forces conducted a third set of strikes on Iran within one week. These actions followed Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announcing the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
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US forces have carried out three rounds of strikes on Iran in one week.
Iran’s IRGC declared the Strait of Hormuz closed.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for global oil shipping.
The strikes and the closure declaration happened within a short time of each other.
Washington DC sources reported these recent developments.
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The United States launched new military strikes against Iran after Iran set a container ship on fire and closed the Strait of Hormuz. Iran responded by attacking US bases and Gulf countries with drones and missiles, while Kuwait and other nations activated air defenses to intercept attacks.
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The US military hit about 140 Iranian military targets this week, including missile sites and communication networks.
Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, an important shipping route, after attacking vessels there.
The Iranian Revolutionary Guards said they struck a second ship in the Strait and attacked a US base in Qatar.
Kuwait's military reported ongoing air defense efforts against missile and drone attacks on its territory.
Countries in the Gulf region, including Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and the UAE, were targeted by Iranian attacks.
President Donald Trump warned Iran it would be "completely decimated" if it tried to assassinate him.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei called for avenging the killing of his predecessor.
The escalating conflict is causing a sharp drop in vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not held unscripted press conferences recently. The government defended this decision after questions from a New Zealand reporter during Modi’s official visit. This was the third time in less than two months that Modi avoided open media questions.
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Prime Minister Modi has not held any unscripted press conferences lately.
The Indian government explained Modi’s avoidance of direct media questioning.
A New Zealand reporter asked about Modi’s media avoidance during an official visit.
This was the third similar incident in under two months.
Modi's approach contrasts with many world leaders who regularly answer unscripted questions.
The issue received attention internationally due to the repeated nature of Modi’s media strategy.
Press conferences usually allow reporters to ask leaders unscripted questions for transparency.
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Two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela’s north coast, severely damaging the OPPE 25 government housing project and causing many injuries and missing people. Residents said government leaders were slow to respond, and some feel disappointment with the current leadership following years of economic problems and political changes after President Trump’s abduction of Nicolás Maduro.
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Two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 struck northern Venezuela less than a minute apart on June 24.
The OPPE 25 housing project in Caraballeda was destroyed, leaving many homeless and injured.
Gabriel González, a construction worker and former Chávez supporter, lost his home and has family members still missing.
Chávez’s “Bolivarian revolution” initially built housing projects and helped poor people but has since lost support due to poverty, migration, inflation, and authoritarian rule.
Nicolás Maduro was abducted by President Donald Trump, and Delcy Rodríguez was installed as acting leader in January.
Residents and local pastors said government response to the disaster was slow or absent.
Experts said the quakes released energy far greater than the 2010 Haiti earthquake, making it an extraordinary natural disaster.
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The European Union is debating whether to ban trade with Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territories but has not made a decision due to disagreements among member states. The debate comes amid a UN report accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza and violence in the West Bank, and after an international court ruling calling for an end to such trade.
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The EU foreign ministers met in Brussels to discuss banning imports from Israeli settlements.
Israel’s settlements are considered illegal under international law, including a 2024 International Court of Justice ruling.
The ruling said states must prevent trade and investment that supports the settlements.
Options on the table include a full or partial trade ban, high tariffs, or import licensing.
At least 10 EU countries support ending trade with the settlements.
More than 100 legal scholars have urged the EU to fulfill its legal obligations by banning trade.
An NGO investigation found some goods from settlements mislabeled as Israeli products.
EU ministers have not agreed on the voting method needed to implement a ban and are unlikely to make a decision until October.
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President Donald Trump showed mixed feelings at the NATO summit in Ankara, switching from criticism to praise within hours. He criticized some NATO allies but also expressed unity and admiration for leaders like Turkey’s President Erdoğan and Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy.
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President Trump arrived at the NATO summit angry about a failed ceasefire deal with Iran.
He called Iran's leadership “scum” and criticized NATO members for not helping in an Iran conflict.
Trump demanded ending trade with Spain due to its government not meeting defense spending goals.
Later, he spoke positively about unity at the summit and praised President Zelenskyy of Ukraine.
Trump expressed a strong personal relationship with Turkey’s President Erdoğan.
Analysts said Trump’s behavior seemed impulsive and unpredictable.
Erdoğan was described by some as an autocrat who limits political opposition and press freedom.
The summit showed contrasting moods, influenced partly by Trump’s chemistry with Erdoğan.
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Iran has launched missile attacks on U.S. military sites in several Gulf countries, including Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, and Qatar. These attacks followed new U.S. strikes on Iran, leading to emergency alerts in the region.
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Iran fired missiles at U.S. military locations in Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, and Qatar.
One of the targeted sites was Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
The missile attacks came after another round of U.S. strikes on Iran.
Emergency alerts were sent out in Doha, the capital of Qatar, due to the missile attacks.
The situation involves multiple Gulf countries hosting U.S. military forces.
This escalation reflects ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States.
Al Jazeera’s reporter Aksel Zaimovic provided live coverage from Doha.
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Heavy rain in Missouri caused historic flooding that trapped more than 200 people at a children’s camp. Rescue teams used helicopters to airlift everyone to safety because rising water blocked all roads.
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Missouri experienced 6 to 12 inches of rain, leading to severe flooding.
Over 200 campers were stranded at a children’s camp due to floodwaters.
Flooding cut off all roads around the camp, making ground rescue impossible.
Rescue crews used eight Black Hawk helicopters to airlift the stranded people.
The operation was completed safely with no reported injuries.
The flooding is considered historic because of its severity and impact.
Authorities and rescue teams responded quickly to the emergency situation.
The event highlights the risks of extreme weather and flooding in the area.
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United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer made a lighthearted comment to Norway’s Prime Minister after England won 2-1 against Norway in a World Cup soccer game. Starmer praised England player Jude Bellingham, who scored both goals in the match.
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England won the World Cup game against Norway with a score of 2-1.
Jude Bellingham, an England midfielder, scored both goals for his team.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer teased Norway’s Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre on social media.
The post by Starmer was posted shortly after the match ended.
Starmer referred to Norway’s team as “your boys” in a friendly tone.
Keir Starmer is the current Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
Jonas Gahr Støre is the Prime Minister of Norway.
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At least two people died and several others were injured in a shooting at a street festival in Toronto, Canada. Police secured the area but have not yet caught the suspect or suspects.
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The shooting happened during the Salsa on St. Clair street festival in Toronto.
Police received reports of an active shooter near St. Clair Avenue West and Arlington Avenue at 8:12 p.m.
Six people were found with gunshot wounds; two were declared dead at the scene.
The suspect or suspects are still at large, and police are actively searching.
A large police presence remains in the area as investigations continue.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford called the violence senseless and demanded justice for those responsible.
Authorities asked the public to avoid the area for safety reasons.
The incident occurred near shops and restaurants in a busy neighborhood.
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Construction workers building Norway's newest airport performed a viral dance called the "Viking Row" on the airport tarmac. This event happened before Norway's World Cup soccer match against England.
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The dance is called the "Viking Row" and became popular on the internet.
The performance took place at the site of Norway's newest airport.
The workers performed this dance outdoors on the airport tarmac.
The event happened just before a World Cup soccer game between Norway and England.
The article was published on July 11, 2026.
The activity was shared in connection with World Cup excitement in Norway.
It is a cultural and sporting-related event linked to Norway's international soccer participation.
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Nigerian security forces rescued 39 schoolchildren and five teachers who were kidnapped about two months ago in Oyo state. Authorities also arrested eight people suspected of being the kidnappers.
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39 schoolchildren and 5 teachers were abducted in Oyo state, Nigeria.
The kidnapping happened nearly two months before the rescue.
Nigerian security forces carried out the rescue operation.
Eight suspected kidnappers were arrested during the operation.
The children and teachers are now free from captivity.
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Police have arrested a 28-year-old man in South Yorkshire in connection with the murder of former Tory minister Ann Widdecombe. Meanwhile, England won 2-1 over Norway to reach the World Cup semifinals, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice.
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A 28-year-old white British man was arrested after a manhunt for Ann Widdecombe's murder.
Reform MPs have been given 24-hour protection due to fears of copycat attacks.
Ann Widdecombe sent a last message to a TV colleague minutes before she was killed.
England defeated Norway 2-1 in the World Cup quarter-finals to advance to the semifinals.
Jude Bellingham scored both goals for England against Norway.
Critics warn that the UK’s Defence Investment Plan could weaken the Royal Navy.
The Observer reports Asma al-Assad, a British citizen, is accused of serious human rights abuses in Syria.
The British government has not taken action against Asma al-Assad, according to the report.
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Police in Toronto responded to a shooting at the Salsa on St Clair festival, finding six people with gunshot wounds. Two people died at the scene, and four others were injured as officers searched for the shooter.
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The shooting happened on Saturday night in Toronto, near St Clair Avenue West and Arlington Avenue.
Police found six people with gunshot wounds at the festival area.
Two victims were declared dead at the scene.
Four other victims were injured, but their conditions were not immediately known.
Police were actively searching for the shooter described as "active."
Officers asked people to avoid the area and follow police directions.
The shooting took place during the Salsa on St Clair festival, an area with shops and restaurants.
Information was still being updated as the situation developed.
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At least two people died and three others were injured in a shooting at a street festival in Toronto. The police responded to reports of an active shooter at a salsa festival on St Clair Avenue and have asked people to avoid the area.
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The shooting happened during a street festival in Toronto.
Police were called at about 8:12 p.m. local time.
Five people were found with gunshot wounds.
Two victims died at the scene.
The other three victims were injured but alive.
Police told the public to stay away from the festival area.
Authorities are providing updates as new information comes in.
The festival was a salsa event on St Clair Avenue.
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A strong heat dome is causing very hot and dry conditions in the western United States and the Northern Plains. This weather is making wildfires worse, including one called the Summit Fire near Los Angeles, which has led to evacuations.
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A heat dome means a region of high pressure traps hot air in one area, causing high temperatures.
The West and Northern Plains are experiencing extreme dry heat due to this heat dome.
The dry conditions are fueling wildfires, making them spread faster and burn stronger.
The Summit Fire is a wildfire burning north of Los Angeles.
Some people have been told to leave their homes to stay safe from the fires.
Weather experts are tracking the heat and fire conditions closely.
The situation is causing concern for public safety and property in affected areas.
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At least two people died and three were injured in a shooting during a street festival in Toronto, Canada. Police called it an active shooter situation and asked the public to avoid the area.
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The shooting happened Saturday evening at the Salsa on St. Clair festival in Midtown Toronto.
Five people were found with gunshot wounds; two died at the scene.
The police described the incident as an active shooter event.
Authorities told people to stay away from the festival area for safety.
No information was given yet about the shooter or any arrests.
The story is still developing and updates are expected.
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