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Protesters in Venice plan to disrupt the visit of U.S. Ambassador Tilman Fertitta, who intends to dock his large superyacht in the city during a July celebration. The activists are concerned about the impact of such a wealthy visitor on Venice’s traditions, environment, and local life during the Festa del Redentore event.
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Tilman Fertitta, U.S. Ambassador to Italy, will visit Venice on July 17 with his 117-meter superyacht named Boardwalk.
The visit coincides with Festa del Redentore, a major Venetian festival celebrating the end of a historic plague.
The superyacht is large and luxury-equipped, with six decks, two helipads, and two swimming pools, valued at about $450 million.
Protesters compare this planned visit to last year’s disruption of Jeff Bezos’s wedding in Venice.
Activists fear the yacht will dock in central, historic parts of Venice, potentially blocking views and disturbing the festival.
Locals express concerns about quality of life in Venice and the presence of billionaires showing “arrogance” by visiting during public events.
Safety and event management worries arise over police attention being diverted to the ambassador’s yacht.
The protest reflects a broader concern about wealthy visitors affecting Venice as a city and cultural site.
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Two strong earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing severe damage and killing more than 900 people. Experts say that older buildings, poor construction, and the local soil made the damage worse.
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The earthquakes hit Venezuela on Wednesday and were among the strongest in over 100 years.
More than 900 people died, and the number may increase.
About one-third of buildings in Catia La Mar, a badly hit city, were damaged.
Many buildings were built quickly during oil booms without following strong earthquake safety rules.
Older buildings from the 1950s and 1960s were not updated to handle earthquakes well.
Soft soil and tall buildings made the shaking worse, causing some buildings to collapse floor-by-floor.
Modern earthquake safety uses steel to strengthen concrete buildings, but many older buildings lack this reinforcement.
Wealthier countries have updated or removed unsafe buildings, but poorer countries have not been able to do so as much.
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Venezuela is facing urgent rescue efforts after two strong earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 hit the country, especially damaging the coastal city of La Guaira. At least 920 people have died and more than 51,000 are missing as search teams and residents look through collapsed buildings for survivors.
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Two earthquakes struck Venezuela, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude.
The coastal city of La Guaira was the hardest hit area.
At least 920 people have died, and over 51,000 are reported missing.
The first 48 to 72 hours after an earthquake are critical to finding survivors.
Authorities restricted access to La Guaira to control chaos and traffic.
Many residents took part in rescue efforts due to a shortage of official rescuers.
Rescue teams have begun arriving but are still limited in number.
The government assured transparency about the severity of the disaster.
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The United States carried out an airstrike on Iranian military sites following accusations that Iran’s forces attacked a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz. This is the first time the US has conducted a strike against Iran since they agreed to a Memorandum of Understanding on June 17.
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The US launched a strike on Iranian military locations.
The strike occurred after claims that Iranian forces attacked a commercial ship.
The attack targeted the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
The US and Iran signed a Memorandum of Understanding on June 17.
This is the first US strike on Iran since that agreement was made.
The strike tests the fragile peace established by the agreement.
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Arab commentators at the 2026 World Cup are gaining attention for their passionate and poetic football commentary, which many fans find thrilling and emotional. Their dramatic style creates a lively experience that goes beyond just describing the game, making matches more exciting for viewers across the Middle East.
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Amer al-Khudhiri, a commentator from Oman, delivered an emotional and poetic reaction to Cristiano Ronaldo’s goal during the 2026 World Cup.
More Middle Eastern teams are participating in the 2026 World Cup than before, increasing regional viewership.
Arab commentators use rich and expressive language, often extending short moments into long narrations.
Their dramatic style differs from the more factual and straightforward commentary common in English-language broadcasts.
Clips of Arab football commentary often go viral for their passion and creativity.
Commentary in Arabic draws on a long cultural tradition of oral poetry and storytelling.
Fans in Lebanon, the Gulf, and other Middle Eastern regions gather in various places to watch matches, with commentary providing a shared emotional experience.
Commentators sometimes incorporate humor or cultural references, making their speech unique and engaging.
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The UK has experienced two major heatwaves recently, breaking long-standing temperature records, with more heatwaves likely this summer. Scientists link the hotter, longer heatwaves to human-caused climate change, which increases the chances of extreme temperatures.
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The UK had two heatwaves in the last two months, breaking temperature records not seen since 1911.
A "heat dome" high pressure system caused warm, dry weather in May, setting a record temperature of 35.1°C in London.
June started cooler and wetter but was followed by another intense heatwave, breaking the all-time June temperature record.
The Met Office issued a rare red extreme heat warning for parts of Wales and southern England.
Forecasts expect above-average temperatures and more heatwaves through July and August.
The chance of the UK having a hotter summer is now twice as likely compared to 1991-2020, linked to climate change.
In 2022, the UK recorded its first temperature above 40°C (in Lincolnshire), and mid-40s Celsius could be possible by 2050.
Scientists say that human-caused climate change is the main reason for the increased heatwaves, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions is critical to limit this trend.
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Two strong earthquakes hit Caracas, Venezuela, causing damage and casualties. Rescue teams face difficulties because aftershocks keep shaking the area, and they are starting to focus more on finding bodies than survivors.
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Two earthquakes struck Caracas, Venezuela.
The quakes happened two days before the report.
Rescue workers in one neighborhood had not received help yet.
Aftershocks continue to shake the area, making rescue work harder.
Efforts are shifting from searching for survivors to recovering bodies.
The information comes from Al Jazeera’s journalist Noris Soto.
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Two hikers lost in Kosciuszko National Park were found within five hours using a drone that has artificial intelligence (AI) to help search and rescue. The drone used thermal cameras, a spotlight, and a speaker to locate the hikers and guide rescuers to them.
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The hikers, two men in their 20s, went missing after not returning on time from a walk on the Dead Horse Gap track.
Fire and Rescue NSW used an AI-powered drone with thermal imaging to find the hikers about 0.5 km off the track.
The hikers signaled the drone with a red light from a phone, and the drone communicated back using its speaker.
The rescue was completed in less than five hours, and the hikers had mild exposure effects but no serious injuries.
This was the first time FRNSW’s AI drone system was used to rescue people.
Rescuers said the drone helped reduce search time from days to hours, improving safety for both hikers and rescuers.
Future plans include using drones to deliver emergency supplies to stranded people before rescuers arrive.
Fire and Rescue NSW advises hikers to register their trips and use Personal Locator Beacons for safety.
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Swiss glaciers are melting much faster than usual because of a heatwave in Europe and poor snowfall last winter. Experts say the glaciers have lost a huge amount of ice early this year, which is a sign of climate change affecting the Alps.
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The snow and ice from last winter on Swiss glaciers are expected to disappear by early July, the second earliest on record.
Glacier loss day usually happens in mid-August but arrived months early this year due to the heatwave.
Glaciers in the Swiss Alps have shrunk by 38% between 2000 and 2024.
The heatwave and less snowfall this year caused glaciers to melt faster than before.
The Rhone Glacier lost about one meter of ice vertically in just 10 days recently.
Dust from the Sahara Desert arriving in March added to the glaciers’ decline.
Switzerland lost 1,200 glaciers in the last 50 years and now only about 1,300 remain.
If warming continues, only small ice remnants may be left in the Alps by the year 2100.
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New video footage shows lies that caused UK police to arrest Henry Nowak, a stabbing victim who was dying. Nowak’s murder and the police actions following it led to protests and claims of unfair policing in the UK.
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Henry Nowak was a stabbing victim who was arrested by UK police while dying.
New video footage reveals false information that influenced the police’s decision to arrest him.
Nowak’s murder led to riots in the UK.
People accused police of applying different rules to different groups, known as two-tier policing.
The case has sparked debates about police conduct and fairness in the UK.
The footage was released recently and challenges earlier police statements.
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Utah declared a state of emergency and restricted fireworks ahead of July Fourth because of the largest wildfire in the U.S. burning across the state. The Cottonwood Fire has spread over 112 square miles with no containment, and strong winds have made firefighting difficult.
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Utah declared a state of emergency and limited fireworks until July 5 due to wildfire risks.
The Cottonwood Fire began on Monday and grew to over 112 square miles by Friday.
Strong winds of up to 45 miles per hour have made firefighting harder and caused extreme fire behavior.
The fire damaged the Eagle Point ski resort and forced evacuations in several towns.
Utah currently has 10 active wildfires burning more than 144,700 acres in total.
Smoke from the fire has traveled hundreds of miles, affecting air quality in some areas.
Most wildfires in Utah this year were started by humans.
The National Weather Service issued a rare "Particularly Dangerous Situation" warning for five Utah counties.
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Esme Rice was sexually assaulted on a London train and reported it to the British Transport Police (BTP) via their text service. After 13 hours without a response, she shared her experience on social media, which led to the police opening an investigation and acknowledging the delay.
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The assault happened on the Elizabeth Line in London late on a Saturday night.
Two men sexually harassed Esme Rice by stroking her back and groping her as she tried to leave the train.
Esme reported the incident using BTP’s non-emergency text line (61016) but did not get a timely reply.
After waiting 13 hours with no contact, Esme posted videos about the assault on Instagram and TikTok.
Her social media posts gained thousands of views and many comments from women with similar experiences.
Shortly after Esme’s public posts, BTP contacted her and confirmed an investigation had started.
BTP’s Assistant Chief Constable admitted the delay was too long and said an internal review is underway.
BTP has a long-standing public safety campaign titled "See it. Say it. Sorted" aimed at encouraging people to report incidents on trains and stations.
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Prince Harry and Meghan will stay with their two children at a royal estate during their visit to the UK next month. The visit will last several days and includes Harry’s work with military charity events and other causes.
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Prince Harry, Meghan, and their children Archie (7) and Lilibet (5) will stay at a royal estate in the UK.
This is their first family trip to Britain in four years.
The exact royal residence has not been disclosed.
They will also use private accommodation during the trip.
Harry’s visit marks the start of a year-long lead-up to the Invictus Games in Birmingham in July.
Harry has declined stays at Buckingham Palace before due to privacy and safety concerns.
No extra palace security has been publicly offered for this trip; security is managed by the UK Home Office.
The King last saw his grandchildren publicly in 2022, and Harry met the King for tea in early 2024.
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A record-breaking heatwave in the UK will end this weekend as cooler air moves in from the Atlantic. Temperatures will drop across most areas by Sunday, but eastern and south-eastern England will stay hot through Saturday with an amber heat warning in place.
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A strong heatwave has affected the UK, breaking temperature records.
Cooler air will arrive starting Sunday, ending the heatwave for most regions.
Eastern and south-eastern England will remain hot on Saturday, with temperatures in the high twenties to low thirties Celsius.
An amber warning for extreme heat is active until 9 pm Saturday in south-east England and East Anglia.
Weather fronts from the Atlantic will bring cloud and scattered showers on Sunday.
Scotland, Northern Ireland, and western parts will have cooler conditions and some rain on Saturday.
Two heatwaves have already occurred this summer in the UK, setting new monthly temperature records.
Long-term forecasts predict above-average temperatures and possible more heatwaves before autumn begins on September 1.
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The United States carried out strikes on Iranian missile and drone storage sites. These strikes were in response to what the U.S. says was an Iranian attack on a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz. This exchange has created uncertainty about the stability of the agreement between the U.S. and Iran.
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The U.S. attacked Iranian missile and drone storage locations.
The strikes were a response to an alleged Iranian attack on a commercial ship.
The incident took place in the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
The U.S. calls the attack by Iran a reason for retaliation.
These actions happen amid a ceasefire or agreement between the U.S. and Iran.
The exchanges have caused concerns about whether the U.S.-Iran agreement will hold.
Kimberly Halkett reported on the situation.
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A review found 260 babies died or were seriously injured due to long-standing failures in maternity care at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. Families affected by the tragedies, including Gary Andrews and Dr. Jack Hawkins, played a key role in exposing the problems and pushing for changes.
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The Nottingham maternity review was led by Donna Ockenden and published after serious failings were found at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust.
260 babies either died or suffered serious injury due to systemic issues in maternity services.
Jack and Sarah Hawkins lost their daughter Harriet in 2016; an external review later found 13 care failures and said her death could likely have been prevented.
The initial hospital investigation incorrectly blamed an infection and found no fault, but families challenged these findings.
Gary and Sarah Andrews lost their daughter Wynter in 2019 due to missed warning signs and poor staff handovers during a busy hospital shift.
The Care Quality Commission prosecuted the hospital trust over Wynter’s death, resulting in an £800,000 fine after the trust admitted failures.
Staff shortages and unsafe practices had been previously highlighted by midwives before the deaths occurred.
The campaign by affected families was crucial in prompting the wider investigation and report into the maternity services.
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Andy Burnham, a leading candidate to become the UK Prime Minister, is being urged by senior figures to call an early election to gain a clear mandate for change. Meanwhile, the UK and much of Europe are experiencing record-breaking heatwaves with temperatures exceeding 40°C.
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Lord Case, former Cabinet Secretary, advises Andy Burnham to be honest with the public and call an early election.
Polls show Burnham’s Labour party slightly ahead of Reform UK but with a very narrow margin.
Former Prime Minister Sir John Major warns Burnham may not be ready to lead and suggests the UK should rejoin the EU's single market within five years.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood plans to introduce an immigration bill to create faster, safe paths for refugees, despite concerns from Labour MPs.
The UK is facing a record heatwave, with temperatures over 37°C, and Europe is experiencing its fifth day of soaring heat above 40°C.
Prince Harry will visit his mother Princess Diana’s grave with his children during their UK visit next month.
England football striker Harry Kane was reportedly freed from a "curse" ahead of a match against Panama.
Tens of thousands of England football fans have gathered in New York ahead of the World Cup match against Panama.
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A Boeing 777 made a very low flight over an airfield in Central Texas during a test flight. The plane was flying about 25 feet above the ground, which caught attention and led to an investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
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The low pass happened over Horseshoe Bay Resort Jet Center airport in Central Texas.
The plane was a Boeing 777 owned by Jetran, a Texas-based company.
The flight was a final test before the plane was delivered to Qatar Airways Cargo.
The plane had Qatar Airways colors but was not operated by them nor were the pilots from Qatar Airways.
The pilots notified air traffic control before doing the low pass over runway 17.
The FAA is investigating the low pass flight.
A former safety board chair said the pilots might lose their licenses due to the risky maneuver.
The flight appeared planned with an audience watching and videoing the low pass.
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