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Many schools in the UK struggled to keep students cool during a recent heat wave, with temperatures reaching record highs. Old buildings with poor ventilation and no air conditioning made it hard for students and teachers to stay comfortable, forcing some schools to close.
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A heat wave hit the UK and record high temperatures, like 35.9°C (96.6°F) in Wales, disrupted schools.
Over 1,000 schools in the UK closed or sent children home early because of the heat.
Many school buildings are old and were built to keep warm, not cool, so they lack air conditioning and have poor ventilation.
Teachers and students tried to cope with handheld fans, water sprays, cold foods, and sitting on cooler floors.
Crowded classrooms with around 30 students each made overheating a health concern.
The situation revealed problems with public buildings across the UK being unprepared for more frequent, intense heat as climate change continues.
The British government’s climate advisers stated that buildings were designed for a past climate and need updating for new weather conditions.
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A 12-year-old Venezuelan girl named Fabiana was trapped under rubble for 32 hours after two strong earthquakes hit her area on June 24, 2024. She survived with only minor injuries by staying calm, moving rubble, and finding some ketchup and cheese to stay conscious until rescuers arrived.
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Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela nearly at the same time on June 24, 2024.
The second earthquake had a magnitude of 7.5, one of the strongest in a century for the country.
Fabiana was inside her home when the building collapsed and she got trapped under debris.
She remained trapped for 32 hours with a fractured foot and minor cuts and scrapes.
Fabiana found a bottle of ketchup and grated cheese, which helped her stay alert.
A nurse trapped nearby called out and heard Fabiana respond, leading to hope for rescue.
Firefighters searched for Fabiana but initially could not find her.
She used her phone to record a video message as a way to signal for help.
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Ukraine aims to sign defense agreements with at least seven NATO countries by the end of the year, focusing on drone technology and related military knowledge. Kyiv has already made deals with six countries, including Middle Eastern states and NATO members Latvia and Lithuania, sharing expertise in drone defense and attack systems.
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Ukraine has signed “drone deals” with six countries, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Azerbaijan, Latvia, and Lithuania.
The deals include sharing knowledge, components, and expertise, not just drones themselves.
Middle Eastern states sought Ukraine's support after being attacked by Iranian Shahed drones.
Ukraine provides advice on operating interceptor drones and integrating air defense systems.
Ukraine's defense industry is heavily focused on its own needs, so drone deliveries are not yet included in agreements.
The initiative helps Ukraine build new alliances and keeps its security issues on the global agenda.
NATO countries near Russia and Ukraine are increasingly focused on drone defense capabilities.
Ukraine’s experience is valuable because it has been defending against and using drones extensively in its conflict with Russia.
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Iran held a funeral procession in Tehran for its late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who died after being killed in an airstrike earlier this year. The funeral will continue until Thursday, ending with Khamenei's burial in his hometown of Mashhad. Meanwhile, the U.S. and Iran are in talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran’s nuclear program, but discussions are paused during the funeral.
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Iran began a funeral procession for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran.
Khamenei and some family members were killed in a February airstrike linked to Israel and the U.S.
The coffin, covered with the Iranian flag, is being moved through the city to Mehrabad International Airport.
Streets and airspace in Tehran were shut down for the mourning events, which last from Saturday to Thursday.
Khamenei will be buried at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad, Iran.
The U.S. is negotiating with Iran to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz and limit Iran’s nuclear program.
Negotiations are paused during the funeral period.
Some mourners have called for revenge against U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Russia attacked Kyiv and nearby areas with ballistic missiles and drones, killing at least eight people and hurting dozens. The attacks happened just before a NATO summit in Turkey, where President Trump and Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy plan to meet.
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Russia used ballistic missiles and drones to strike Kyiv and surrounding regions.
At least eight people were killed, including seven in Kyiv and one in Bucha district.
Around 34 people were injured in Kyiv and nearby areas.
The attacks damaged apartment buildings and other structures overnight.
Kyiv’s mayor urged people to stay in shelters as air defenses worked to stop attacks.
Ukraine’s drones hit an oil terminal and port near St. Petersburg in Russia.
The conflict has intensified with long-range attacks from both sides, more than four years after Russia’s full invasion began.
President Trump and President Zelenskyy are expected to discuss the war during the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey.
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Russia launched ballistic missile attacks on the Kyiv region in Ukraine, killing at least eight people and injuring dozens. This happened just before a NATO summit in Turkey where U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky planned to discuss the war, followed by Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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Russia fired ballistic missiles into Kyiv’s region, resulting in deaths and injuries.
The attack on Kyiv was the second in less than a week.
Both Russia and Ukraine have increased long-range attacks in the conflict.
The war has lasted over four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion started.
Air defenses were active in Kyiv during the missile attacks.
The NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, begins on July 7, 2026.
Presidents Trump and Zelensky plan to meet during the summit to discuss the war.
Trump is scheduled to talk with Putin to try to restart peace negotiations.
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A sports stadium in La Guaira state, Venezuela, has been changed into a temporary shelter and aid center for thousands of people affected by recent earthquakes. Aid groups plan to use this shelter as a model for helping others in need.
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The stadium is located in La Guaira state, Venezuela.
It now serves as a temporary home for earthquake victims.
The stadium also functions as a logistics center to organize aid.
Thousands of people are being sheltered there.
Aid organizations are involved in managing the shelter.
They want to use this shelter model for future disaster responses.
The change happened after earthquakes struck the region.
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Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, killing at least five people and damaging several residential buildings. The attacks caused buildings to collapse and people to be trapped under rubble while civilians took shelter in metro stations.
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The attack hit Kyiv overnight into Monday and targeted residential areas.
At least five people were killed in the missile and drone strikes.
A building in the Podilskyi district partially collapsed.
Several multistory buildings in the Darnytsia district were damaged, with people believed trapped under rubble.
The attack included ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones.
Explosions were heard throughout the city as people sought shelter.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had warned of a large-scale attack nearby.
Zelenskyy asked Western countries to supply more Patriot missile systems to help defend Ukraine from future attacks.
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The United States has put sanctions on certain Rwandan businessmen and companies accused of helping fund the M23 armed group in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) by illegally trading minerals. The US aims to stop the illegal mineral trade that is used to buy weapons and support the conflict, which has caused a serious humanitarian crisis.
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The US sanctioned Jean Malic Kalima and Bosco Kayobotsi, leaders of Gasabo Gold Refinery in Rwanda.
Four Rwandan companies were also sanctioned: Gasabo Gold Refinery Ltd, Bugambira Mines Ltd, Wolfram Mining and Processing Ltd, and Rwinkwavu Mining Corporation Ltd.
The M23 group uses profits from minerals taken from the DRC to buy weapons and pay fighters.
Conflict in eastern DRC has been driven by fights over natural resources for many years.
The US Treasury says mineral wealth should help development, not fund violence.
Rwanda denies the accusations and calls the sanctions unfair and unhelpful to peace.
UN experts and watchdog groups have found evidence that minerals are smuggled from eastern DRC through neighboring countries into international markets.
Many people in the DRC hope the sanctions will disrupt illegal mineral trade but worry they may not end the conflict by themselves.
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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese apologized for comments he made about singer Kylie Minogue during a podcast interview, where he answered a question about celebrities in a "shag, marry or date" game. His remarks received criticism from politicians who said they were inappropriate and disrespectful to women.
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Prime Minister Albanese appeared on the Bush Deep podcast with comedian Nikki Osborne.
He was asked to choose between celebrities Kylie Minogue, Nicole Kidman, and Rhonda Burchmore in a "shag, marry or date" game.
Albanese initially avoided the question but then said "Oh, Kylie, clearly" when pressed.
Several politicians called his remarks inappropriate and disrespectful to women.
Albanese issued an "unequivocal" apology for his comments.
Albanese married his partner Jodie Haydon six months before the interview.
Acting Prime Minister Richard Marles emphasized the government's commitment to gender equality.
Albanese also talked about receiving melons as a gift from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during the interview.
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Tuareg fighters in Mali say they shot down a Russian Mi-24 helicopter. They released a video showing the helicopter crashing. This happened during rising fights involving Malian forces, Russia, and armed groups.
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Tuareg fighters claim to have shot down a Russian Mi-24 helicopter in Mali.
They shared video footage that shows the helicopter crashing.
The helicopter belongs to the Russian Africa Corps.
The event took place amid increasing clashes in Mali.
The clashes involve Malian government forces, Russian allies, and armed groups.
The conflict in Mali involves several groups with different interests.
Russia has a military presence in Mali alongside local forces.
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Millions of people in Iran are taking part in public funeral services for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the country's supreme leader, who was killed. The crowd is also calling for revenge following an airstrike by the U.S. and Israel that caused his death.
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was the supreme leader of Iran.
He was killed in an airstrike carried out by the U.S. and Israel.
Millions of people attended his funeral services across Iran.
The funeral included public gatherings and ceremonies.
Attendees expressed calls for revenge against those responsible.
The event occurred over the weekend.
CBS News provided coverage of the funeral and its developments.
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Many cities experienced extreme weather during the Fourth of July weekend, including record high temperatures. In New Jersey, at least 19 people died due to the heat. Additionally, a seaplane had to make a difficult landing in New York City's East River.
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Several cities set new temperature records over the Fourth of July weekend.
At least 19 deaths in New Jersey are linked to the heatwave.
A seaplane made a hard landing in the East River in New York City on Sunday.
The extreme weather affected multiple parts of the region.
Meteorologists provided forecasts and updates during this weather event.
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Canada will soon decide between two bids to build 12 new submarines. The two companies competing are Germany’s ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems and South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean, and the decision is expected around the time Prime Minister Mark Carney visits a military base and heads to a NATO summit.
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Canada wants to build 12 new submarines powered by conventional diesel-electric engines.
The two bidders are Germany’s ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems and South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean.
The submarines contract is worth tens of billions of dollars, making it one of Canada’s largest military purchases.
Canada’s current fleet of four Victoria-class submarines is almost unusable.
The announcement is expected before Prime Minister Carney goes to a NATO summit in Turkey.
Both companies promise job creation and investment in Canada if they win.
Canada has committed to increasing its defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035 to meet NATO goals.
South Korea’s Hanwha recently demonstrated its KSS-III submarine with a trans-Pacific voyage.
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The UK is experiencing its third heatwave of the year with temperatures expected to reach up to 34°C, lasting longer than previous heatwaves but not as hot. Heat-health warnings are in place for parts of England, while other parts of the UK will see milder weather with more cloud and rain.
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The third heatwave of 2024 has started in parts of the UK with temperatures up to 34°C expected.
This heatwave will last longer but is less intense than the late June heatwave, which reached 37.7°C.
Yellow heat-health alerts are active across the Midlands and southern England until 11 July evening.
Some areas in the north of the UK will be warmer but will also have more clouds and rain, especially western Scotland.
Official heatwave criteria require temperatures above 28°C, expected widely across the Midlands, East Anglia, and southeast England.
Temperatures in London and southeast England might reach around 34°C midweek.
Previous heatwaves broke records for monthly temperatures and caused very hot, humid nights called "tropical nights."
Similar intense heat is affecting parts of Portugal, Spain, France, and Italy, increasing wildfire risks due to dry conditions.
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The Rolling Stones have started a fun event called The Rolling Stones Streaming World Cup, where 30 countries compete by streaming the band's songs on Spotify. The country with the most streams in four weeks will win the title of Stones Top Streaming Nation.
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The event involves the top 30 countries streaming The Rolling Stones on Spotify.
Each stream of a song from their catalog counts as one point for that country.
Band members Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood each lead 10 teams as captains.
The streaming competition will last four weeks.
The Rolling Stones have released their 25th studio album called "Foreign Tongues" on July 10.
The event encourages fans to help their countries by streaming more songs.
The band continues to produce new music rather than only relying on old hits.
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The Philippine Senate will start the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte amid political tensions with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. She faces charges including unexplained wealth and a threat to assassinate the president, which she denies. A conviction could stop her from running for president in 2028.
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The Senate acts as the impeachment court for Vice President Sara Duterte.
The trial starts Monday and is planned to last 92 days.
Charges against Duterte include unexplained wealth and threatening to have President Marcos assassinated.
If convicted, Duterte could never hold public office again.
Duterte and Marcos were once allies in the 2022 elections but are now political rivals.
Over 6,000 police officers are deployed to secure the trial amid protests.
Duterte's father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, is detained by the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes.
Duterte blames Marcos for her father’s arrest and has not fully responded to the charges publicly.
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A major independent review has found that police leadership in England and Wales often does not meet high standards and needs a complete overhaul. The report points to problems like weak leader development, low morale, and unfair promotion practices, and it recommends changes to recruitment, training, and leadership support to improve the police service.
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The Police Leadership Commission published the report after studying police forces in England and Wales.
Many chief constable roles attract only one suitable candidate.
There are concerns about low morale and lack of motivation among officers.
Issues include too much paperwork and risk-averse leadership cultures.
Some senior officers are under disciplinary investigation, with 8 out of 43 forces having chiefs involved.
Recommendations include restoring funding for leadership training and creating a National Academy of Police Leadership.
The report suggests new ranks and updated qualifications to better develop and recognize leaders.
Most police forces were rated as needing improvement in leadership, with none rated outstanding.
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The Wegovy weight loss pill is now available to buy privately in UK pharmacies but is not yet provided by the NHS. It contains semaglutide, the same ingredient as the injectable version, and should be used with a healthy diet and exercise.
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Wegovy pill contains semaglutide, which mimics a hormone that helps reduce appetite.
It is available for people with a BMI of 30 or higher, or 27-30 with certain health problems like type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure.
The pill must be taken on an empty stomach at least eight hours after eating and 30 minutes before any food or drink, with plain water.
The starting dose is 1.5 mg once a day, increasing monthly up to a maximum of 25 mg daily.
Side effects can include stomach issues, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, headaches, and tiredness. Serious side effects are rare but may include low blood sugar or allergic reactions.
The injectable Wegovy is taken once a week and can be stored in the fridge, while the pill is taken daily.
Patients can switch from the injection to the pill with medical supervision.
A consultation with a healthcare professional is needed before starting the pill to make sure it is safe and appropriate.
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Bangladesh's new government is seeking closer ties with China to boost its economy while also trying to improve relations with neighboring India. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s recent visits to Malaysia and China show Dhaka’s efforts to balance its foreign policy between the two big Asian countries.
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Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Tarique Rahman visited Malaysia and China in his first official foreign trip.
The visit to China included agreements on managing the Teesta River and developing a special economic zone near Mongla port.
Relations between Bangladesh and India worsened after the removal of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August 2024.
Sheikh Hasina fled to India, which led to strained diplomatic ties and reduced high-level visits between India and Bangladesh.
After Rahman’s election in February, Bangladesh and India have started to ease tensions, resuming some cross-border bus services and trade activities.
India provided emergency fuel to Bangladesh during global supply issues caused by the war in the Middle East.
India appointed a new High Commissioner to Dhaka with a cabinet rank, signaling a desire to improve relations.
There are still issues between the two countries, including complaints from Bangladesh about India pushing people back into its territory without proper procedures.
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