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- EU Flinches in China Trade Reset, Fearing Painful Retaliation Bloomberg.com
At least 21 dead as Russia launches massive drone and missile attack on Kyiv
More than 70 missiles fired at Ukraine capital as Russia faces fuel shortages after strikes against its oil refineries
At least 21 people were killed and dozens injured overnight in Kyiv, local authorities said, in what the city’s mayor, Vitali Klitschko, called the worst Russian attack on the capital during more than four years of air assault on Ukraine.
Russia used nearly 500 drones and more than 70 missiles in the hours-long attack on Kyiv and other parts of the country in the early hours of Thursday. Loud explosions shook the capital for several hours as waves of drones as well as cruise and ballistic missiles came towards it and Ukraine’s air defence attempted to shoot them down.
Continue reading...Kyiv attacked after Ukraine’s Zelenskyy warns of ‘massive Russian strike’
At least two dead and 11 injured as Ukraine's forces defend against ballistic missiles, drones targeting capital city.
Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, July 1, 2026 – Institute for the Study of War
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Ocean temperatures hit record highs as El Niño looms
The world’s oceans are under heat stress, with average sea surface temperatures hitting 21°C.
The US deported them to Venezuela – hours later earthquakes struck
They landed on Flight 164 just before the twin quakes. Family members are desperately searching for them.
Did this AI anti-drug video make drugs look appealing?
Hong Kong’s Correctional Services Department removed an AI-generated K-pop video, after facing backlash that it made substances look too appealing.
Did this AI anti-drug video make drugs look appealing?
Hong Kong’s Correctional Services Department removed an AI-generated K-pop video, after facing backlash that it made substances look too appealing.
‘A war zone’: Venezuela aid workers fear health crisis after earthquakes
Aid workers fear disease outbreaks in temporary shelters amid overcrowding, lack of access to clean water, sanitation.
China’s ethnic unity law denounced as ‘forced assimilation’ by rights groups
Law comes into effect that critics fear will further erode rights of Uyghurs and Tibetans, as well as allow Beijing to pursue dissidents abroad
A new ethnic unity law has come into effect in China despite warnings from Taiwan, the United Nations and rights groups that it could threaten freedoms, especially for minorities.
The Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress aims to forge a “shared” national identity among ethnic groups, for example by strengthening the status of Mandarin as the official language. But overseas campaigners have argued it will further degrade the rights of ethnic minorities, such as Uyghurs and Tibetans, that Beijing is accused of persecuting.
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Melbourne stabbing: teenagers arrested after boy left outside Craigieburn hospital dies
Fifteen-year-old unable to be saved after being left outside Craigieburn Community hospital
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Two teenagers have been arrested after a 15-year-old boy was left for dead with suspected stab wounds outside a hospital in Melbourne.
The boy was found critically injured outside Craigieburn Community hospital on Lygon Drive, in Melbourne’s north, about 7.50pm on Wednesday.
Continue reading...Aunt of Venezuelan boy pulled from rubble tells BBC she will give him ‘mother’s warmth’
Kleiber Moran, 2, was rescued on Wednesday, six days after last week's deadly earthquakes.
Khamenei body in cold storage as feared Basij mobilizes ahead of historic Iran funeral – Fox News
- Khamenei body in cold storage as feared Basij mobilizes ahead of historic Iran funeral Fox News
- Iran warns US, Israel against attacks ahead of funeral processions for Khamenei Reuters
- China Sends First Senior Official to Iran Since War for Funeral Bloomberg.com
- Senior Chinese Lawmaker to Attend Khamenei's Funeral U.S. News & World Report
- Mass Mournings, 6 Days and 2 Countries: Iran Prepares to Bury Supreme Leader The New York Times
Belgium stage 3–2 comeback win over Senegal to enter World Cup last 16
Tielemans's penalty late into stoppage time of extra time capped Belgium's comeback from 2-0 down in Seattle.
Iran war live: ‘Positive progress’ as US, Tehran wrap up indirect talks
Tehran says a 'communication channel' will be established with Washington to report and discuss breaches of the MoU.
From friendship bracelets to wedding rings: A Taylor and Travis timeline
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to celebrate their wedding with a party at New York's Madison Square Garden this weekend.
Two people arrested in apparent marriage proposal atop Empire State Building
Pair also unfurled a large black banner displaying a message of peace on top of New York City landmark
Two people were arrested following an apparent marriage proposal atop the Empire State Building’s spire on Wednesday, after they climbed to the very pinnacle of the New York City landmark – well above the level open to the public.
The two people were identified as Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus, two Russian “rooftoppers” who have conducted similar stunts in other cities including Tianjin, China, and Los Angeles. They were both wearing black clothing and appeared to be masked as they unfurled a large, black banner at the top of the skyscraper with the words: “When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace.”
Continue reading...Couple arrested after daring Empire State marriage proposal stunt
Russian daredevils Vanya Beerkus and Angela Nikolau are seen as ambassadors for 'rooftopping', a climbing sport.
Criminal Cases Review Commission told to urgently improve after Malkinson failings
Watchdog criticises ‘lack of proactive, effective casework quality assurance’ but says CCRC ultimately fit for purpose
The Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) must urgently improve its investigations to avoid a repeat of failings such as those in the Andrew Malkinson scandal, a watchdog has found.
Anthony Rogers, the chief inspector of the Crown Prosecution Service, delivered the warning after carrying out an independent inspection of casework by the body that investigates potential miscarriages of justice.
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