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The Andrew Carnegie Foundation announced its 2026 list of “Great Immigrants, Great Americans,” honoring notable immigrants including Citi CEO Jane Fraser and others. The foundation highlighted the importance of recognizing immigrants’ positive contributions amid ongoing debates and new U.S. policies on immigration.
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The award honors immigrants who have made significant contributions to the United States.
Notable honorees include Citi CEO Jane Fraser, authors Hernan Diaz and Cristina Rivera Garza, and fashion designer Gabriela Hearst.
The foundation recently changed its name to emphasize its nonprofit status and connection to Andrew Carnegie, a Scottish immigrant.
Foundation President Dame Louise Richardson said the awards are not meant to be political but are especially important during current immigration debates.
The U.S. government, under President Donald Trump, is increasing immigration enforcement and reducing legal immigration and asylum seekers.
Immigration remains a highly discussed issue in political and social spheres in the U.S. and globally.
Honoree Dr. Iman Abuzeid moved to the U.S. for opportunities and described it as a place where hard work and skills are rewarded.
The awards were launched in 2006 and celebrate the positive impact immigrants have on American society.
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Pope Leo XIV appointed Sister Alessandra Smerilli as the head of the Vatican office dealing with migrants, the environment, and development. This is the first major appointment of a woman to a high position in the Vatican hierarchy.
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Sister Alessandra Smerilli is an Italian economist and was the number two leader of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.
She replaces Canadian Cardinal Michael Czerny, who is retiring soon.
Pope Leo XIV is continuing the practice of his predecessor, Pope Francis, by promoting women to top positions in the Vatican.
A Mexican-American woman, Maria Montserrat Alvarado, was recently named head of Vatican communications.
Cardinal Fabio Baggio was simultaneously named “pro-prefect” of the same office to fulfill roles needed for ordained priests.
The Vatican reserves the priesthood for men, which limits how many roles women can hold despite their extensive work in the Church.
Cardinal Baggio will also lead an environmental education center near Rome linked to the Vatican.
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Italy has put on display ancient Etruscan paintings from the François Tomb, which it recently acquired for 15 million euros. These frescoes date back to the 4th century B.C. and are now exhibited at the Villa Giulia Etruscan Museum in Rome.
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The fresco panels come from the François Tomb, an Etruscan tomb discovered in 1857.
Italy bought the frescoes in May from the Torlonia family, who had kept them private for many years.
The tomb was found on land owned by the Torlonia family in Vulci, Italy.
The frescoes date from about 330–310 B.C. and show scenes from Etruscan culture and mythology.
Italy has been trying to acquire these artworks since 1921 to bring important cultural items back into the public domain.
The tomb’s contents include jewelry, vases, and other objects loaned from museums worldwide for the exhibition.
This display is the third major cultural purchase by Italy’s Culture Ministry in 2026.
The frescoes are open to the public at Rome’s Villa Giulia National Etruscan Museum starting June 30, 2026.
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At Kenya’s largest mental health hospital in Nairobi, patients receive haircuts as part of a recovery program aimed at improving their self-care and dignity. The grooming sessions are organized by a community group and healthcare workers, highlighting the importance of personal hygiene in mental health treatment.
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Patients at Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital in Nairobi get free haircuts from visiting barbers.
Personal grooming helps with recovery by encouraging self-care, which can decline during mental illness.
Kenya’s 2015 Mental Health Policy estimates that 25% of outpatients and 40% of inpatients in health facilities experience mental health issues.
Depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders are common mental health problems in Kenya.
June is recognized as Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month in Kenya.
Mental health staff encourage men to openly discuss their struggles instead of turning to alcohol or drugs.
The grooming initiative was started by Sheila Lugaliki, inspired by her experience as a psychiatric patient.
Nurses say grooming sessions boost patients’ confidence and support their overall mental health recovery.
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ExxonMobil and QatarEnergy found two natural gas deposits near Cyprus that could start supplying gas by 2033. The gas would likely be sent by pipeline to Egypt for processing and export, helping Cyprus become a new energy source for Europe.
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ExxonMobil and QatarEnergy discovered the Glaucus and Pegasus gas deposits in Cyprus’s exclusive economic zone.
The deposits hold about 7 trillion cubic feet of natural gas.
The gas will probably be sent through a pipeline to Egypt’s processing plants to be turned into liquefied natural gas for export.
Building facilities in Cyprus itself or floating plants near the deposits is considered too expensive.
Cyprus aims to become a key energy hub for Europe using its natural gas resources.
Additional drilling at the Pegasus site is planned by the end of the year for more data.
Other companies like Italy’s Eni, French TOTAL, Chevron, Dutch Shell, and Israeli NewMed also hold licenses for gas exploration near Cyprus.
Eni may start developing another nearby gas field, Cronos, which could supply Europe by 2027 or 2028.
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Heavy rains caused floods and landslides in the capital cities of Ghana and Ivory Coast, killing at least 24 people. Emergency teams worked to rescue residents trapped in flooded buildings, while some areas remained cut off due to submerged roads.
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At least 12 people died in Ghana, including a mother and her child swept away in Accra.
Floodwaters submerged entire buildings and roads in Accra and nearby Tema.
In Ivory Coast, more than a dozen people died, mostly in the Abidjan neighborhoods of Attécoubé and Yopougon.
Nine people were trapped and died under rubble in the Mossikro area after several days of rain.
Emergency services faced difficulties reaching some flooded neighborhoods and sought military help.
Residents had to swim through deep water to help trapped neighbors.
Ghana’s disaster agency reported floodwaters entering homes early Monday morning.
Meteorologists warned of more rain in Accra during the week.
Africa is vulnerable to extreme weather like floods despite contributing little to global pollution.
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Qatar’s Prime Minister confirmed his country is continuing to help mediate talks between the United States and Iran. These talks aim to support a peace agreement to end the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
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Qatar plays a mediator role in negotiations between the US and Iran.
The talks are based on a memorandum of understanding intended to stop the Middle East war.
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed met with US envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, President Trump’s adviser.
Iran’s chief negotiator said Iran wants dialogue but is ready for war if talks fail.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu visited troops in southern Lebanon, citing threats from Iran-backed Hezbollah.
Pakistan intercepted four drones from Afghanistan amid border tensions.
The Afghanistan Taliban vowed retaliation after Pakistani air strikes in eastern Afghanistan.
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Iran’s top negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said that during the US blockade, Iran could not export any oil. He also mentioned that since the blockade ended, Iran’s oil exports have increased a lot.
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Iran was blocked from exporting oil during a US blockade of its ports.
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf is Iran’s chief negotiator.
He said that no oil was exported during this blockade period.
After the blockade stopped, Iran’s oil exports rose significantly.
The US blockade targeted Iran’s ability to sell oil internationally.
Iran is a major oil-producing country.
The statement highlights the impact of the US actions on Iran’s economy.
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Local pop music from Southeast Asia, especially from the Philippines, Indonesia, and Thailand, is becoming more popular than Korean, Japanese, and American pop music in the region. New Filipino pop groups are gaining international attention, and local music is growing quickly on streaming platforms and radio.
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Filipino call center worker Jaycer Bajo now listens mostly to Pinoy Pop (P-pop) groups like ALAMAT, BGYO, and BINI.
BINI was the first all-Filipino girl group to perform at the Coachella music festival in April.
Between 2021 and early 2026, the share of local artists in Spotify’s top 10 songs rose significantly in Indonesia (39% to 97%), the Philippines (31% to 81%), and Thailand (71% to 76%).
Local music also gained more radio airplay in these countries during the same period.
Southeast Asian artists are influenced by K-pop but add their own cultural themes and languages.
K-pop’s success since 2012 showed that Asian music can be globally popular and profitable.
The K-pop industry earned $893 million overseas in 2023 through sales, streaming, and concerts.
Southeast Asia’s music market is still smaller than South Korea’s or Japan’s but is growing fast.
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Algerians will vote on July 2 to elect 407 members of the People’s National Assembly in a parliamentary election seen as a test of political change since the 2019 Hirak protests. While President Abdelmadjid Tebboune says the vote supports building a “new Algeria,” critics say political power remains concentrated and opposition voices face restrictions.
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Over 24.7 million Algerians, including around 854,000 living abroad, are eligible to vote.
The election follows the 2019 Hirak protest movement that led to the resignation of long-time president Abdelaziz Bouteflika.
The ruling National Liberation Front (FLN) and its ally, the National Democratic Rally (RND), are competing against opposition and independent parties.
The electoral system allows voters to choose party lists and express preferences for individual candidates.
Voter turnout in the 2021 election was very low, at just 23 percent, showing public disengagement.
Human rights groups have criticized restrictions on opposition activity, media, and civil society; the government denies these claims.
Economic issues like jobs, inflation, and housing are central to the campaign and voter concerns.
Algeria’s economy depends heavily on oil and gas exports, making government spending vulnerable to changes in global energy prices.
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Rumors say that actor Tom Brittney might play Batman in the new DC Universe movie "Batman: The Brave and the Bold." Fans on social media have mixed feelings about this news, with some unhappy about changes coming under director James Gunn and others open to the new casting.
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Tom Brittney, a 35-year-old English actor, is rumored to be the new Batman.
Brittney is known for the TV show "Grantchester" and movies like "Greyhound" and "Back in Action."
The rumor began after film commentator John Campea hinted at a surprising new Batman casting.
Fans on social media expressed both positive and negative reactions to the potential casting.
Previous Batman actors include Michael Keaton, Christian Bale, Ben Affleck, and Robert Pattinson.
Robert Pattinson will star again in "The Batman: Part II," releasing in October 2027.
There is concern among fans about frequent actor changes causing "superhero fatigue."
The rumor is unconfirmed and should be treated with caution until official announcements are made.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un praised the recent summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping as historic and said North Korea will keep improving ties with China. The two countries agreed to deepen cooperation in many areas, including diplomacy and military relations.
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Kim Jong Un called his meeting with Xi Jinping a “historic occasion” for strengthening North Korea-China relations.
Kim sent a message congratulating Xi on the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party.
The summit marked Xi’s first visit to North Korea in nearly seven years.
They adopted a plan to build stronger diplomatic, law enforcement, and military cooperation.
China remains North Korea’s biggest economic partner, making up about 98% of its foreign trade in 2024.
North Korea has recently been close to Russia, including sending troops to fight in Ukraine.
Ukrainian and South Korean officials are discussing North Korean prisoners of war captured in Ukraine.
South Korea says it would accept any North Korean POWs who want to live there, as they are regarded as South Korean nationals.
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Nearly a week after two strong earthquakes hit northern Venezuela, rescue teams from several countries, including the U.S., are working to save people trapped under collapsed buildings. The death toll has passed 1,900, and many people remain missing or need help.
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Two earthquakes measuring 7.5 and 7.2 struck northern Venezuela on June 24.
Hernan Gil Flores, a 44-year-old security guard, has been trapped under a 10-story building for six days.
Rescue workers have made contact with Gil Flores and confirmed he is not injured.
More than 1,900 deaths have been confirmed, with tens of thousands still missing.
Around 6,400 people have been rescued so far by various teams.
NASA estimates nearly 59,000 buildings were damaged or destroyed.
About 1.8 million people need humanitarian aid, including 700,000 children.
Many survivors have had to leave their homes and live in tents or shelters.
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Singer Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce are planning to host two events at Madison Square Garden. There has been no official announcement about their wedding yet, but some police sources have shared details.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are organizing two events at Madison Square Garden.
Madison Square Garden is a famous venue in New York City.
There is no official news from Taylor Swift or Travis Kelce about a wedding.
Some law enforcement officials have shared information about the events.
CBS News reported this information with additional updates from Madison Square Garden.
The article does not provide specific dates for the planned events.
The events may be related to an upcoming wedding or celebration.
Both Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are well-known public figures in music and sports.
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The Taliban in Afghanistan said they launched attacks along the border with Pakistan, injuring several people in Pakistan’s Balochistan province. Pakistan’s military responded by shooting down drones and warned it would take strong action against further attacks. This escalation comes after Pakistan’s airstrikes on Afghanistan killed civilians, raising tensions between the two neighbors.
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The Taliban claimed their strikes injured people in Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province.
Pakistan’s military shot down four basic drones and warned of a strong response to more attacks.
Pakistan recently carried out airstrikes in Afghanistan that killed 28 civilians, according to the UN.
Both countries agreed to a ceasefire in October after deadly border clashes but tensions have risen again.
Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of harboring terrorists; the Taliban denies this and accuses Pakistan of attacking civilians.
Pakistan says its military targets militants and recently killed 29 militants in border operations.
The border area has seen repeated clashes and airstrikes with many deaths over recent months.
The BBC and other independent sources have not verified the claims or casualties from either side.
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Human rights lawyers sued Ghana for sending people deported from the U.S. back to their original home countries, which they fled to avoid danger. The lawsuit claims this breaks international rules protecting people from being forced into harm.
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Ghana agreed with the U.S. under President Trump’s administration to accept deported people who are not Ghanaian citizens.
About 60 people have been deported from the U.S. to Ghana since September 2025 under this deal.
The lawsuit involves 27 of these deportees, many of whom were quickly sent from Ghana to their home countries despite U.S. court protections.
Some deportees were shackled on flights, held in poor conditions under armed guard in Ghana, and showed signs of serious mental health issues.
The lawyers accuse Ghana of violating the rule of non-refoulement, which forbids sending people to places where they might face torture or persecution.
Similar legal actions are also happening against Equatorial Guinea and other African countries with similar deals.
The lawsuit asks the court to stop these transfers, release the agreement details, award damages, and prevent future deals like this.
These third-country deportation deals are part of a larger U.S. immigration policy under President Trump, which sends deportees to countries that are not their own.
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The article features a CBS News segment from 1976 that explores Alexander Hamilton's early role in the American Revolutionary War. The segment was part of the celebration of America's 200th birthday and included actor Edward Albert portraying Hamilton.
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The news segment was originally aired in 1976.
It focused on Alexander Hamilton's early involvement in the Revolutionary War.
The segment commemorated the bicentennial of the United States.
Major Garrett, CBS News chief Washington correspondent, introduced the piece.
Actor Edward Albert played the role of Alexander Hamilton.
The segment was made available on the CBS News app and through web browsers.
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A roof collapsed at a tutoring center in Lahore, Pakistan, killing 14 children aged between five and 16. Authorities said the building was in poor condition and the center was unregistered, and they have started an investigation into possible negligence.
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The collapse happened at a private tutoring center in Lahore, Pakistan.
Fourteen children died, most of them under the age of nine.
A 30-year-old female teacher was also trapped under the rubble.
The tutoring center was unregistered and operated inside a private home with a damaged roof.
Workers were repairing roof tiles when the collapse occurred.
Authorities have taken two people into custody and are investigating the incident.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister directed medical help for the injured and expressed sorrow for the victims.
Building collapses are common in Pakistan due to poor safety and construction standards.
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A small plane crashed into Beijing’s tallest skyscraper, the 109-storey CITIC Tower, killing the pilot and injuring 13 people. Chinese authorities have given very little information about the cause, have restricted flight operations, and quickly removed related videos and photos from the internet.
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The crash happened near Zhongnanhai, the headquarters of China’s Communist Party leaders.
Only the pilot was on board the plane, and the pilot died in the crash.
Thirteen other people were wounded due to the accident.
China’s official reports on the crash have been very brief and offer no explanation.
Videos and photos of the crash were removed from Chinese social media and the internet.
Authorities told several aviation companies to stop light aircraft flights temporarily and not to discuss the incident.
Beijing has a strict no-fly zone over its political center, making the crash a serious security concern.
The plane was a two-seat, single-engine model made by a Chinese company and is usually used for sightseeing or photography.
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US envoys met with Qatari mediators in Doha to discuss negotiations involving Iran, after an agreement aimed at ending the Middle East conflict. Both Iran and Qatar denied that direct talks between the US and Iran were taking place, despite President Donald Trump’s earlier claim.
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US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner traveled to Doha to meet with Qatari mediators.
The meetings covered regional issues, including negotiations with Iran and matters related to Lebanon.
Iran plans to send a delegation led by Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi to Doha for talks.
A memorandum of understanding was signed this month between the US and Iran to help stop the Middle East war.
The agreement includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route that Iran had restricted.
Iran is seeking the release of frozen funds totaling $12 billion, with $6 billion expected to be returned soon.
Qatar confirmed no direct or high-level US-Iran talks were scheduled during these meetings.
There have been some limited armed exchanges in the Gulf since the US-Iran deal was signed.
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