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Rescue teams are still working in Venezuela one week after two earthquakes hit the country. Nearly 2,300 people have died, and many others are missing as search efforts continue.
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Two earthquakes struck Venezuela about one week ago.
Rescue teams are still searching for survivors.
So far, nearly 2,300 people have died from the earthquakes.
Tens of thousands of people are still missing.
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue sent a team of 79 people and six dogs to help.
Battalion Chief Daniel Gajewski is leading the rescue team.
The search continues despite fewer survivors being found each day.
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Two people climbed the Empire State Building's antenna in New York on July 1, 2026, to display a banner about love and appear to propose marriage. They were arrested by police after spending some time on the antenna, and no one was hurt during the incident.
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The two climbers wore black clothes and masks but had no safety gear.
They unfurled a banner that said, “when the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace.”
The pair kissed and one knelt down, as if proposing marriage, while the other showed a ring.
Police caught them around 1 p.m. on the antenna and took them into custody.
The incident closed off access to parts of the building, affecting visitors.
The building’s management said the event was unauthorized but safe for others.
It is unclear how the climbers got past security to reach the top.
Previous unauthorized climbs of the antenna have happened, but Jared Leto climbed there with permission in 2023.
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CBS News journalists discussed rumors that singer Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce might get married at Madison Square Garden. The journalists, who are fans of Taylor Swift, talked about these rumors on a CBS News show called "The Takeout."
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There are rumors about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce possibly having a wedding.
The rumored location is Madison Square Garden, a famous event venue in New York City.
CBS News journalists Olivia Rinaldi and Gabrielle Ake talked about these rumors.
Both journalists describe themselves as fans of Taylor Swift, also known as "Swifties."
The discussion took place on a CBS News program called "The Takeout."
CBS News invited viewers to watch more on their app or through web browsers.
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An 18-year-old student drowned in the River Wye in Wales while on a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award trip. Rescue teams searched the river after he was reported missing, and his body was found later that evening.
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The incident happened in Glasbury, Powys, on Tuesday evening.
The student was taking part in a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expedition.
Emergency services involved included police, mountain rescue, fire service, and air support.
The student’s body was found after a multi-agency search.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program is working with the student’s college and authorities.
They are offering support to those affected and investigating the incident.
Emergency services asked the public to avoid the area during the search and investigation.
Recently, six people died in the UK from swimming-related accidents in open water.
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Vermont has traditionally seen air conditioning as a luxury rather than a necessity, with one of the lowest rates of ownership in the U.S. However, rising temperatures and extreme heat warnings suggest that more people in the state are now seeking air conditioning to cope with hotter summers. Climate data shows a clear increase in hot days over recent decades, linked to changing weather patterns and increased humidity.
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Vermont has the third-lowest rate of air conditioner ownership in the continental U.S.
About two-thirds of Vermont homes have some type of air conditioning, compared to 89% nationally.
Only 7% of Vermont homes have central air conditioning.
The number of days with temperatures above 80°F has increased from 51 days per year (1950-1980) to 64 days per year (2000 onwards).
Days above 85°F have risen from 22 days to 31 days per year in the same periods.
The National Weather Service issued extreme heat warnings for parts of Vermont with temperatures feeling like 105°F due to humidity.
Heat pumps, which provide both heating and cooling, are becoming more popular despite their high cost.
Increasing humidity in summer contributes to warmer days and nights because moisture holds heat near the ground.
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Gabriel García Luna began his work as Guatemala’s new attorney general in May 2026 and has promised to change the previous administration's approach, which was criticized for stopping anti-corruption efforts and targeting justice workers and journalists. He is reviewing cases from the past and starting to remove people linked to the previous attorney general, Consuelo Porras, who faced accusations but denied wrongdoing.
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Gabriel García Luna started as Guatemala’s attorney general in May 2026.
He aims to reverse policies from the prior administration, led by Consuelo Porras.
Porras’ time in office included alleged repression of corruption investigations and persecution of officials and journalists.
The previous administration tried to block President Bernardo Arévalo’s inauguration by claiming fraud, but no proof was found.
García Luna is removing officials loyal to Porras and reviewing cases where people were wrongly criminalized.
Between 800 and 1,000 employees were dismissed during Porras’ eight years as attorney general.
There are several complaints against Porras, including accusations of human trafficking related to irregular adoptions.
The new attorney general has international backing, including support from the U.S. government.
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H. R. McMaster, who was President Trump's national security adviser, said that Iran is receiving all it wanted from talks with the United States. President Trump stated that the negotiations with Iran are making progress.
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H. R. McMaster served as President Trump's national security adviser.
McMaster commented that Iran is achieving its goals in talks with the U.S.
President Trump expressed optimism about the progress in U.S.-Iran negotiations.
The discussions between the U.S. and Iran are ongoing.
The article is based on a CBS News report and analysis.
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A group of about 50 Afghan migrants trying to reach Europe say Turkish border guards beat them and forced them into freezing conditions near the Iran border. Many suffered severe frostbite, and some died; several survivors lost limbs. Turkish authorities say they followed laws and provided basic care but did not specifically address the violence claims.
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Around 50 Afghan migrants were caught by Turkish border guards near Van city in eastern Turkey during harsh winter conditions.
The migrants say guards beat them with iron rods, stripped them, and forced them to crawl through snow and barbed wire toward Iran.
Group members say at least 20 people died from frostbite and exposure after being pushed into sub-zero weather with little clothing.
Eleven of twelve survivors who spoke to the BBC were under 25 years old; some lost hands or legs due to frostbite.
One migrant, Shahsawar, woke up in Kabul hospital to find both hands and legs amputated.
Migrants were held in a warehouse with limited food and forced to do hard labor before being expelled.
Turkish foreign ministry said border forces acted according to law and gave food, water, and medical care but did not address the allegations of violence.
One young migrant, Asim, was found frostbitten and barely able to speak after being left in the snow.
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Chizi, once a top stand-up comedian in China, was banned from performing there in 2023 after making jokes abroad about sensitive political topics. Now living outside China, he has started a tour in Asia and other countries, performing for Chinese-speaking audiences while limiting political jokes in his shows.
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Chizi was banned from performing in China in 2023 after jokes made during tours outside China.
The ban was never officially explained by Chinese authorities.
He now lives outside China and has been mostly absent from Chinese social media.
His 2026 tour includes cities like Tokyo, Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore.
He is the first Chinese comedian to perform in Taiwan, which has political tensions with China.
On stage, he avoids directly naming China’s leader Xi Jinping, using indirect references instead.
Before the ban, he openly joked about censorship, nationalism, and minority rights during North American shows.
Chizi views his current performances as a way to share his life and thoughts with Chinese-speaking audiences abroad.
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A 16-year-old boy was seriously injured in a shooting in Birmingham, near a mosque on Bowyer Road. Police say the boy has life-threatening wounds and are investigating but do not believe the shooting is connected to the mosque.
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The shooting happened just before 5:30 p.m. on Bowyer Road in Alum Rock, Birmingham.
The victim is a 16-year-old boy with severe gunshot injuries.
Police took the boy to the hospital for emergency treatment.
The shooting location is close to a mosque, but police do not think the mosque was a target.
Local officers are staying in the area to address residents' concerns.
Investigators remain on the scene working on the case.
Police ask anyone with information to contact them or Crimestoppers.
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About 2,000 U.S. military personnel are helping with relief efforts in Venezuela after two earthquakes. They are involved in search and rescue, delivering supplies, and providing medical support as Venezuela recovers from the disaster.
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Two earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 hit Venezuela, causing over 2,000 deaths and more than 10,000 injuries.
The U.S. military has about 2,000 troops working on land, air, and sea near Venezuela for relief efforts.
U.S. search and rescue teams have arrived, saving five survivors so far.
The U.S. has given over $300 million in humanitarian aid since the earthquakes.
Military support includes medical units, water purification systems, and logistics for transporting aid.
The recovery effort focuses on finding survivors within the critical 3 to 7-day window after the quake.
U.S. officials plan to shift from emergency response to Venezuela’s economic recovery and future reconstruction.
Clearing debris and restoring basic services like water and energy are major ongoing challenges.
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A fire started in central Kyiv after an explosion during an air raid alert amid ongoing Russian missile attacks. Emergency services quickly responded, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of a possible large-scale Russian strike.
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An explosion occurred in central Kyiv during an air raid alert, causing a fire.
Firefighters and ambulances arrived promptly to control the situation.
Kyiv has experienced frequent Russian air strikes for over four years.
President Zelensky canceled a trip to Dublin due to intelligence about a potential massive Russian attack.
Zelensky advised people to use shelters and follow air raid warnings for safety.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is reported to be preparing a large offensive against Ukraine.
US attempts to negotiate peace in the conflict have so far been unsuccessful.
The conflict is the most serious in Europe since World War II.
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More than 300 people were arrested in the UK during a police operation targeting illegal trade and organised immigration crimes. The authorities seized over £1 million in cash, illegal tobacco products, drugs, cars, and electric bikes as part of the crackdown.
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The operation took place over five days from June 15 to June 20.
A total of 362 arrests were made, including 57 migrants who arrived by boat across the Channel.
Police seized illegal tobacco, vapes, cigarettes worth over £700,000.
Other seized items included cash, cars, drugs, and electric bikes.
The crackdown focused on businesses like barber shops, vape shops, car washes, food production, and nail salons where illegal activity is often hidden.
The operation involved UK police forces working with the Home Office, Immigration Enforcement, and Trading Standards.
A new £30 million High Street organised crime unit was announced in May to fight illegal businesses like mini-marts and vape shops.
So far in 2026, 11,638 migrants have crossed the Channel by small boats, which is 37% fewer than the same time last year.
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President Donald Trump said indirect talks with Iran in Qatar are making progress toward ending conflict and controlling Iran’s nuclear program. Iran confirmed the talks ended with an agreement to set up a communication channel to report any violations of their ceasefire deal.
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The talks between the U.S. and Iran took place indirectly in Qatar and showed positive progress.
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister said both sides agreed to create a hotline by Thursday to report any breaches of their agreement.
The agreement includes a 60-day ceasefire and plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
The talks aim to achieve a final deal on the Middle East war and Iran’s nuclear activities.
Iran denied claims that the talks were direct negotiations with the U.S.
Discussions also focused on the release and use of $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets.
U.S. envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff met with Qatar’s leaders but did not join the technical talks.
Despite the ceasefire, recent attacks and military responses show challenges remain in maintaining peace.
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Cases of a parasitic illness are rising more than usual at this time of year. The illness causes symptoms like severe diarrhea, which people should watch for.
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Parasitic illness cases are increasing beyond typical levels for this season.
Symptoms include "explosive" diarrhea, which means very sudden and strong diarrhea.
health experts are concerned about the rise in these infections.
The illness is caused by parasites, which are tiny organisms that live in or on other living things.
This condition is more common in certain seasons but is currently spiking unexpectedly.
Early recognition of symptoms can help people seek treatment sooner.
The article focuses on informing the public about symptoms to watch for.
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A two-year-old boy named Kleiber Moran was rescued after being trapped for six days in the rubble of his home following earthquakes in Venezuela. His aunt, Andreína Sarmiento, is caring for him in a hospital in Caracas while hopes remain to find his missing parents.
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Kleiber Moran was rescued by Jordanian rescuers in La Guaira, Venezuela, after six days under rubble.
The boy is two years old and was taken to a hospital in Caracas.
Kleiber's parents have not been found and are still missing after the earthquakes.
Andreína Sarmiento, Kleiber’s 23-year-old aunt, is caring for him and describes giving him "mother’s warmth."
Kleiber is physically stable with only minor scratches and no broken bones.
He initially was in shock but began interacting normally by the day after rescue.
Venezuela has officially recorded about 2,295 deaths from the earthquakes, but the final number is expected to be higher.
Tens of thousands of people are missing, and the United Nations is providing body bags to Venezuela.
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Israeli forces detained five Palestinian women in early morning raids across several cities in the West Bank, including Hebron and Ramallah. The arrests are part of a growing trend of detaining Palestinian women, some held without formal charges under Israel’s administrative detention policy.
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Five Palestinian women were detained in West Bank raids by Israeli forces on Wednesday early morning.
The raids happened in cities like Hebron, Ramallah, Nablus, and Bethlehem.
Palestinian rights groups report more women and girls are being detained than before.
The number of Palestinian women in Israeli detention has more than doubled since the start of the Israel-Hamas war.
Some women were arrested for social media posts critical of Israel or their political activities.
Many detainees have been held under administrative detention, which allows imprisonment without formal charges for up to six months.
Recent arrests included Palestinian athletes and a Palestinian-American, drawing some U.S. political criticism.
Israeli officials gave limited information about the reasons for the arrests.
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The article highlights some of the most memorable performances of U.S. presidents in movies and TV shows, celebrating the country's 250th anniversary. It mentions actors like Daniel Day-Lewis as Abraham Lincoln and Anthony Hopkins as Richard Nixon, praising their realistic portrayals.
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Daniel Day-Lewis's role as Abraham Lincoln is considered one of the best presidential performances ever.
Paul Giamatti played John Adams in the HBO TV series "John Adams," noted for its historical accuracy.
Anthony Hopkins received Oscar nominations for playing both Richard Nixon in "Nixon" and John Quincy Adams in "Amistad."
John Travolta portrayed a character inspired by Bill Clinton in the film "Primary Colors."
Sebastian Stan played Donald Trump in "The Apprentice," showing Trump's early career before becoming president.
Bruce Greenwood acted as John F. Kennedy in "Thirteen Days," a film about the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Michael Gambon earned an Emmy nomination for playing Lyndon B. Johnson in the TV movie "Path to War."
The article also references other notable portrayals and a political documentary called "The War Room."
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A new exhibition at Freedom Plaza in Washington, D.C., honors lesser-known heroes of the American Revolutionary War, including Caesar Rodney and Salem Poor. Rodney made an important overnight horseback ride to help secure independence, and Poor was a Black soldier praised for bravery during key battles.
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Caesar Rodney rode 80 miles overnight from Delaware to Philadelphia in 1776 to break a voting tie for independence.
Rodney’s statue was moved to Washington, D.C., after being removed from Wilmington due to his history as a slave owner.
Freedom Plaza features bronze statues of 12 Revolutionary War soldiers representing diverse backgrounds.
The plaza also honors thousands of Americans who died on British prison ships, including over 11,500 on the HMS Jersey.
Salem Poor, born into slavery, bought his freedom and fought bravely at the Battle of Bunker Hill and other key campaigns.
More than 8,000 Black Americans served in the Revolutionary War in various military roles.
Black soldiers served an average of eight times longer than white soldiers during the war.
The exhibition celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States with stories of overlooked patriots.
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The United States and Israel have agreed to provide land for a permanent US embassy in West Jerusalem. This follows the earlier establishment of a temporary embassy during President Donald Trump’s first term.
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The US and Israel signed a deal to allocate land for a permanent US embassy.
The new embassy will be located in West Jerusalem.
A temporary US embassy was set up in Jerusalem during President Trump’s first term.
This move affects the discussions about the future capital for Palestinians.
The decision reflects ongoing US support for Israel’s claim over Jerusalem.
The agreement was made years after the initial temporary embassy was opened.
The deal strengthens the US-Israel diplomatic presence in Jerusalem.
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