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Simon Levy is on trial in London for allegedly murdering two women and attacking a third in a series of violent sexual crimes during 2025. The victims were vulnerable women involved in sex work or drug addiction, and the prosecution says DNA and CCTV evidence link Levy to the crimes.
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Simon Levy, 40, denies killing Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo (53) and Sheryl Wilkins (39), and attacking a third woman.
The attacks occurred over eight months in 2025 in south-east London and Tottenham.
The victims were vulnerable, involved in sex work or exchanged sex for money or drugs.
CCTV showed Levy with Wilkins shortly before her murder in a car park.
DNA evidence connected Levy to the killing of Valencia-Trujillo, which was sexually motivated.
The first victim survived a brutal assault where she was raped, strangled, and left unconscious.
The survivors testified and identified Levy, who lived near the crime scenes.
Levy denies all charges including murder, rape, and strangulation; the trial is ongoing.
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The United Nations warns that the city of el-Obeid in Sudan is at risk of mass atrocities similar to those seen in el-Fasher in 2025. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have attacked and are now surrounding el-Obeid, putting the local community survival systems under extreme pressure.
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The UN has issued a warning about possible mass atrocities in el-Obeid, Sudan.
The situation is compared to events in el-Fasher in 2025.
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacked el-Fasher before moving to siege el-Obeid.
The community survival systems in el-Obeid are close to collapsing.
Al Jazeera journalist Marah Rayan has reported from el-Obeid.
The conflict threatens the safety and basic needs of people living in el-Obeid.
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A report from Human Rights Watch says that all sides in the conflict in Mali—Islamic militants, the Malian army, and their Russian allies—have caused serious harm to civilians. This includes killings, drone strikes, and abuses against communities during fighting that intensified earlier in 2026.
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Islamic militants linked to al-Qaeda and the Malian army, with Russian military support, committed serious abuses against civilians in Mali.
The abuses include killing civilians, burning vehicles, and drone strikes that killed adults and children.
At least 38 civilians, including 23 children, were killed during military operations against Fulani communities.
Two drone strikes by Mali’s military killed 22 people, including children and teenagers.
The conflict in Mali involves Islamist militant groups, Tuareg separatists, and the Malian military.
Violence rose after coordinated attacks in April targeted Mali’s capital and other cities.
Mali’s defense minister died in a car-bomb attack in 2026.
Thousands of Malians have fled to neighboring countries due to the ongoing violence and abuses.
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President Donald Trump announced that a meeting between the United States and Iran will take place in Qatar, despite recent military clashes in the Gulf. The meeting aims to continue talks on a memorandum of understanding to ease tensions, especially concerning Iran’s nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz.
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President Trump said Iran requested the meeting in Doha, Qatar, scheduled for Tuesday.
An Iranian official had previously said no technical talks were planned for this week.
The U.S. negotiating team will include special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, Trump’s son-in-law.
The talks relate to a 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at ending conflict and promoting ceasefire, including in Lebanon.
Iran controls the Strait of Hormuz and has fired on ships passing through lanes outside its control.
The U.S. has responded by striking Iranian positions near the strait, and Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on American bases.
Despite attacks, both sides claim they are upholding ceasefire agreements and continuing diplomatic efforts.
The deal has helped lower U.S. gasoline prices by easing Iran’s blockade on Hormuz and reducing U.S. sanctions on Iranian energy products.
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Israeli forces struck a tent in the central Gaza Strip, killing three Palestinians, including an 8-year-old boy and his grandfather. The Israeli military said the strike targeted a militant but did not confirm if the militant was killed.
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The strike happened in Deir al-Balah, a town in central Gaza.
Among the dead were Hassan al-Hanagra and his 8-year-old grandchild, Malik Abu Shawish.
Malik was visiting his mother’s tent when the strike occurred; his mother was among seven people wounded.
Israel said it was targeting militants involved in attacks against Israeli troops.
Another strike on Sunday killed a member of Islamic Jihad linked to the Oct. 7 attack that started the current conflict.
Since an October ceasefire, Israeli forces have carried out nearly daily strikes in Gaza.
According to Gaza health officials, over 1,000 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire, including hundreds of women and children.
Israel reports five soldiers have died in militant attacks since the ceasefire.
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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) has banned large public gatherings in its capital, Kinshasa, and three other provinces to stop the spread of Ebola. The disease is currently confirmed in three eastern provinces, but the government is concerned it could reach Kinshasa, which has 18 million people.
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Mass gatherings are banned in Kinshasa, Tshopo, Haut-Uele, and Bas-Uele provinces to prevent Ebola spread.
Ebola has been confirmed in three eastern provinces: Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu.
The government fears Ebola could spread to Kinshasa, despite no confirmed cases there yet.
Opposition groups claim the ban is politically motivated to stop a protest planned for July 8.
A doctor who tested positive for Ebola in France recently traveled through Kinshasa.
The outbreak has caused 1,274 confirmed infections and 360 deaths so far.
Neighboring Uganda has reported 20 Ebola cases and 2 deaths.
This Ebola outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo species, which currently has no vaccine.
Conflict in eastern DR Congo is making it harder to control the outbreak.
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Strong winds have caused wildfires in Utah and Colorado, burning many acres and making people evacuate quickly. Colorado declared a state of emergency because of new fires.
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High winds have spread wildfires in Utah and Colorado.
Thousands of acres have been burned by the fires.
Residents had to leave their homes quickly to stay safe.
Colorado declared a state of emergency due to new wildfires.
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely to protect people and property.
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Sunny is a French bulldog who became famous online because a video shows her "talking" a lot. The video has been watched millions of times by internet users.
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Sunny is a French bulldog featured in a viral video.
The video showcases Sunny "talking" or making expressive sounds.
Millions of people have watched the video online.
The article was published on June 29, 2026.
The story focuses on Sunny's popularity on social media platforms.
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Volunteers in Scotland have collected 11 million seeds by hand to help restore the Atlantic rainforest, a rare type of wet forest along Scotland's coast. These native trees are grown into seedlings and planted in the right areas to bring back lost parts of this unique habitat.
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About 100 volunteers gather seeds from native trees like oak, birch, willow, and yew in remote parts of western Highlands and islands.
The Atlantic rainforest in Scotland covers only about 30,000 hectares now.
Seeds are collected using detailed maps that locate ancient woodlands in challenging places.
Trees for Life, a rewilding group, processes the seeds at a nursery near Inverness to grow seedlings.
Seedlings are sent back to correct zones to restore forests in projects funded with millions of pounds.
The Woodland Trust uses these saplings in reforestation projects and sells them to farmers planting small woods.
Volunteers learn about tree species and ecology during their seed collecting trips.
Native trees are important because they are adapted to Scotland’s climate and soil, helping them survive as the environment changes.
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U.S. and Iranian officials are expected to meet in Qatar soon, following recent exchanges of military strikes and a fragile ceasefire. Iran may receive $6 billion in frozen funds from Qatar as part of a deal, while tensions continue with Israel destroying Hezbollah tunnels in Lebanon.
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U.S. and Iran plan talks in Qatar, requested by Iran, but details are unclear.
Both countries recently exchanged strikes, threatening their fragile ceasefire.
Iran’s president says $6 billion of its frozen assets in Qatar could be released.
Iran and Oman have begun talks about managing the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
Israel destroyed a 200-meter tunnel with weapons belonging to Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
Hezbollah accuses Israel of violating the ceasefire with strikes on Lebanese towns.
Oil prices rose slightly after the weekend’s clashes but remained mostly stable.
Iran’s negotiator denied any confirmed new U.S.-Iran talks this week, contradicting President Trump’s statement.
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Two strong earthquakes hit northern Venezuela on June 24, killing at least 1,450 people and leaving nearly 69,000 missing. U.S. emergency teams and other international groups are helping with rescue efforts, but the search for survivors is becoming harder as more time passes.
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Two earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck northern Venezuela on June 24.
At least 1,450 people have died, and around 68,900 are unaccounted for.
The hardest-hit area is La Guaira, near the capital city Caracas.
Venezuelan acting president Delcy Rodríguez took charge after U.S. forces captured former president Nicolás Maduro in January.
The country’s infrastructure, including hospitals and roads, was already in poor condition before the earthquakes.
Rescue teams usually say survivors are unlikely to be found after 72 hours without help.
U.S. responders found survivors, including an infant and a mother with her newborn, more than three days after the earthquakes.
The U.S. sent search and rescue teams, medical supplies, and humanitarian aid to Venezuela after the disaster.
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A 39-year-old woman in Tennessee died while trying to save her son from floodwaters during heavy rains. Flooding in Tennessee and Kentucky has caused at least five deaths and widespread damage, leading to states of emergency in several counties.
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Mary Evelyn Nicole Manning-Kellione died trying to rescue her son swept into a drain called a culvert during floods in Tennessee.
Her son survived after being carried through the culvert and reaching safety.
At least five people have died from flooding in Tennessee and Kentucky in recent days.
Four fatalities occurred in Kentucky, including two at a home and one swept away in a vehicle.
One minor died in a car crash into a flooded creek in Hardin county, Kentucky.
Kentucky and Tennessee faced heavy rainfall, with up to 5 inches of rain expected in some areas.
Nine Kentucky counties declared states of emergency due to flooding and road damage.
Kentucky’s governor warned residents to avoid roads and signed orders to prevent price-gouging and help pharmacies serve affected people.
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At the 2026 BET Awards, singer Teyana Taylor was surprised by Janet Jackson, who presented her with the BET Icon of the Year Award. The show also featured performances and a tribute to artist Lauryn Hill.
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The event took place at the 2026 BET Awards.
Janet Jackson surprised Teyana Taylor on stage.
Teyana Taylor received the BET Icon of the Year Award.
The show included a tribute to Lauryn Hill.
There were multiple star performances during the event.
Nate Burleson reported on the main highlights of the night.
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Iran and Oman held their first meeting to discuss managing the Strait of Hormuz after signing a preliminary agreement to end the Middle East war involving the United States. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron is preparing to meet the Sultan of Oman to discuss the situation, highlighting Oman’s important role in diplomacy for the region.
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Iran and Oman met for the first time to talk about managing the Strait of Hormuz since a preliminary deal to end the Middle East conflict was signed.
The conflict involves the Middle East war and the United States.
The Strait of Hormuz is a strategic waterway important for global shipping and regional security.
French President Emmanuel Macron will host the Sultan of Oman for talks at the Elysée Palace.
Oman has become a key diplomatic player in efforts to ease tensions and manage the conflict in the Middle East.
The news was reported on June 29, 2026.
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The United States and Iran agreed to stop their attacks and allow safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. A high-level meeting between U.S. and Iranian representatives will take place in Qatar to discuss a possible agreement to end the conflict. Meanwhile, fighting continues between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
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President Donald Trump announced major U.S.-Israeli military strikes against Iran in February 2026.
The U.S. and Iran have exchanged aerial attacks over the Strait of Hormuz in recent days.
Both sides agreed on June 28, 2026, to halt attacks and allow tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will represent the U.S. at talks with Iran in Doha, Qatar.
The talks aim to build on a memorandum of understanding to end the wider conflict.
The Israel Defense Forces conducted strikes on Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon, citing ceasefire violations.
Hezbollah rejected a U.S.-sponsored framework for peace talks between Israel and Lebanon.
Israel plans to maintain a security zone in southern Lebanon despite ongoing tensions.
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A strong heatwave is affecting many parts of Europe, causing record high temperatures and problems like wildfires and power outages. Teresa Ribera, a top European Commission official, says the heatwave shows the importance of accepting climate science and investing in clean energy instead of supporting fossil fuels.
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A heatwave with temperatures over 40°C hit countries like Germany, Czechia, Poland, and Hungary.
Italy, the Balkans, and Ukraine are also experiencing extreme heat and related challenges.
The World Health Organization links the heatwave to over 1,300 extra deaths so far.
Teresa Ribera criticizes people and groups who ignore climate science and support fossil fuel interests.
She says many people actually support policies for clean water, clean air, and protecting nature.
Ribera encourages leaders to use the crisis to push for climate action and reject misinformation.
She highlights Europe’s future economic growth depends on renewable energy, not fossil fuels.
Spain’s investments in solar and wind power have helped keep its electricity prices low recently.
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The third episode of "House of the Dragon" Season 3 will be available on HBO and HBO Max on July 5, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET/PT. To watch, viewers need a subscription to HBO Max, and new episodes will release weekly on Tuesdays.
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"House of the Dragon" Season 3 Episode 3 releases on July 5, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET/PT.
The episode will be available on HBO and HBO Max streaming service.
HBO Max subscription costs $10.99/month with ads or $18.99/month without ads.
Previous episodes of the season aired weekly on Sundays, but now new episodes release on Tuesdays.
The runtime for Episode 3 is unknown but past episodes have lasted between 60 and 70 minutes.
The show is based on George R.R. Martin’s book "Fire & Blood," occurring 200 years before "Game of Thrones."
A fourth season of "House of the Dragon" has already been confirmed by HBO.
Different countries will have different local release times on July 5 and 6.
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At least 36 people died in eastern Afghanistan after Pakistan launched air strikes. Pakistan said the strikes targeted a group linked to an attack the day before.
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The air strikes happened in three provinces in eastern Afghanistan.
At least 36 people were killed in these strikes.
Pakistan said it targeted a group responsible for an attack the previous day.
The event took place near the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
This is part of ongoing tensions and conflicts in the region.
No detailed information about the group targeted was provided.
The strikes happened on or before June 29, 2026.
Afghan authorities and Pakistan have a history of conflict along this border area.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle planned to bring their children, Archie and Lilibet, to the United Kingdom for events and family visits. However, the trip is uncertain because the government decided not to provide police protection, raising safety concerns. Harry and Meghan are still trying to find ways to make the visit happen.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wanted to visit the UK with their children, Archie (7) and Lilibet (5), in early July.
The visit was to promote the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham and support other charities.
The children might see their grandfather, King Charles III, for the first time in four years.
The UK government’s Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) decided not to offer police protection funded by taxpayers.
Harry’s automatic police protection ended after he stepped back as a working royal in 2020.
Harry lost a legal case to get his police protection reinstated.
Harry and Meghan are concerned that private security is not as effective as police protection.
There is mistrust between Harry’s team and the royal aides involved in security decisions, causing tension between the Sussex camp and the royal household.
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The article discusses the possibility of pop singer Taylor Swift and NFL player Travis Kelce having a secret wedding. It also references a past example of a secret wedding planned by RoseMarie Terenzio for John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette nearly 30 years ago.
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Taylor Swift is a famous pop singer.
Travis Kelce is a professional football player in the NFL.
There are rumors about a secret wedding between Swift and Kelce.
RoseMarie Terenzio was the chief of staff for John F. Kennedy Jr.
Nearly 30 years ago, Terenzio helped plan a secret wedding for Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette.
The article questions if Swift and Kelce could also hold a secret wedding.
CBS News provided the coverage and interviewed Terenzio about secret weddings.
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