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Brooke van Velden drops C-word in Parliament: It's thought to be the first time the word has been recorded in the debating chamber.
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Minister drops C-word in Parliament: Workplace Relations Minister Brooke van Velden has dropped the C-bomb in Parliament in protest over the slur being directed ...
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Israel accuses Iran of violating Trump-declared ceasefire: Israel early Tuesday accused Iran of violating terms of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire ...
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Tensions Persist Despite Israel-Iran Ceasefire DealOn June 24, the US accused both Israel and Iran of ceasefire breaches, while military actions and diplomatic talks continued amid conflict.
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- President Trump condemned Israel for launching major strikes on Tehran immediately after agreeing to the ceasefire deal.
- Israel’s Defence Minister authorized ongoing high-intensity attacks targeting Iranian regime assets in response to alleged missile launches.
- Iran denied firing missiles and claimed Israeli assaults persisted beyond the ceasefire’s start time.
- The ceasefire announcement was largely welcomed globally as a potential turning point toward ending the prolonged conflict.
Israel, do not drop those bombs.— Donald Trump speaking to reporters before leaving for the NATO summit in The Hague.
Ananda Lewis Made Room For Us To Be Seen & Built A Legacy We Stand On: From TRL to Teen Summit, Ananda Lewis made journalism cool, made us feel seen and built a ...
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Ananda Lewis’ Brave Battle With Breast Cancer EndsThe former MTV host died at 52 after a five-year fight using integrative therapies instead of standard treatments.
- Ananda Lewis, a former MTV VJ and talk show host, passed away on June 11, 2024, after battling breast cancer for several years.
- She was diagnosed in 2019 at Stage 3 and chose alternative and holistic treatments over conventional surgery and aggressive chemotherapy.
- By 2024, her cancer had advanced to Stage 4, but treatment reduced most active cancer areas according to her medical team.
- Lewis highlighted the importance of quality of life and acceptance of mortality while openly sharing her journey and leaving behind a son.
Stage 4 doesn’t mean to me that all hope is lost and I’m going to die—as many headlines about me have said. It means I have to do bigger things to get it back in check.— Ananda Lewis discussing her perspective on living with Stage 4 breast cancer.
Iran used drug traffickers to stoke trouble in France, says minister: France has evidence that Iran has used intermediaries in the past to hire drug traffickers ...
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Pistorius at Miosga: "We are doing everything we can to defend ourselves": Over the next four years, Federal Defense Minister Pistorius wants to make the country ...
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Pistorius Pushes for Strong Army and United EuropeBy 2029, Pistorius aims to expand Germany’s military to 260,000 troops amid NATO’s 5% GDP defense spending target.
- Defense Minister Pistorius plans to make Germany combat-ready within four years by significantly strengthening the Bundeswehr by 2029.
- NATO members agreed to raise defense spending to five percent of GDP, prompting unprecedented investments from Germany.
- Pistorius views Iran as the region’s major threat and sees the destruction of its nuclear facilities as beneficial for Middle East stability.
- Ahead of the NATO summit in The Hague, Pistorius highlights the need for European unity and steadfast commitment to collective defense.
We are doing everything to be able to defend ourselves.— Boris Pistorius, Federal Minister of Defense, discusses Germany's readiness for defense in the context of the upcoming NATO summit.
Far-right Israeli minister calls for the arrest of anyone watching Al Jazeera
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UK was informed ahead of US-Iran strike, did not receive request for help: Minister
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Body found in search for missing woman Elisabeth 'Lis' Nicholls: The 79-year-old, who was living with dementia, was reported missing after 6pm on Wednesday ...
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Jail for cop who told woman he could help with her CNB case if she had sex with him
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BBC viewers say same thing as presenter changes 'pregnant people' to 'women' on air
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MPs to vote on decriminalising abortion - how the law could change: Two Labour MPs have tabled rival amendments to the Crime and Policing Bill on abortion.
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India 'well prepared' to deal with closure of Strait of Hormuz by Iran, says minister
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Oil Price Surge Challenges Fed’s Inflation ControlRising oil costs from US-Iran tensions may delay Federal Reserve interest rate cuts beyond 2025.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: businessinsider.com
- US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites triggered a sharp increase in global oil prices.
- Sustained higher energy costs could complicate the Federal Reserve’s inflation outlook.
- The Fed has kept interest rates steady this year despite President Trump’s calls for reductions.
- Experts highlight risks of stagflation due to combined effects of tariffs, immigration policies, and rising oil prices.
EVERYONE, KEEP OIL PRICES DOWN. I'M WATCHING!— Donald Trump demands in a post on Truth Social that oil prices stay low.
Panga attack on elderly couple leads to 20-year sentence for robber: A man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for attacking an elderly couple with a panga ...
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Chinese PhD student who drugged and raped 10 women given life sentence in the UK: LONDON: A Chinese PhD student who drugged and raped 10 women in the UK and ...
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145 people stabbed with syringes at France music festival, 12 arrested: When authorities responded in La Rochelle, France, multiple girls and women between the ...
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Syringe Assaults Shake French Music FestivalAuthorities arrested 12 suspects after 145 people, mainly young women, were injured with syringes at a festival in La Rochelle.
- During the Fête de la Musique in La Rochelle, 145 individuals, mostly females aged 14 to 20, reported syringe injuries.
- Twelve suspects were apprehended across France, with four believed to have targeted around 50 victims in Angoulême.
- Victims received emergency care onsite before hospitalization, while the injected substance remains under toxicological analysis.
- Similar needle attack incidents in 2022 led to over 1,000 complaints but no confirmed presence of harmful drugs in tests.
I hope that the investigation, particularly through the examination of his cellphone, will lead to the identification of other attackers.— François Grosdidier, Mayor of Metz, commented on the ongoing investigation into the syringe attacks during the French music festival Fête de la Musique.
Iran’s Khamenei risks fate like Saddam Hussein, Israel warns: Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei on Tuesday he could ...
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Israel Warns Khamenei of Saddam-like ConsequencesDefense Minister Katz cautioned Iran's leader amid a five-day Israel-Iran conflict and ongoing nuclear dispute talks.
- Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz threatened Ayatollah Ali Khamenei with a fate resembling Saddam Hussein’s overthrow and execution.
- Katz condemned Iran’s missile attacks targeting Israeli civilians and labeled Khamenei a war criminal.
- The Israel-Iran air conflict has persisted for five days as the US seeks diplomatic resolution to the nuclear issue.
- G7 leaders urged de-escalation and affirmed Israel’s right to defend itself against Iran’s destabilizing actions.
I warn the Iranian dictator against continuing to commit war crimes and launch missiles toward Israeli civilians.— Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz warned Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei he could suffer a fate 'similar to' Iraqi president Saddam Hussein.
Controversial Habeck Law - | Federal Environment Minister Schneider (SPD) wants to stick to the switch to climate-friendly heating systems
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Friedrich Merz and ministers refuse to disclose shareholdings: Their decisions cause shares to rise or fall - but where their own money is located usually ...
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Opaque Stock Holdings Among German Cabinet MembersOnly two ministers disclose shareholdings; Chancellor Merz remains silent on his €5.7 million shares in a train maker from 2019.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abgeordnetenwatch.de
- Germany lacks mandatory transparency requirements for stock ownership among the Chancellor and ministers, unlike France or the United States.
- In 2019, Friedrich Merz held shares worth €5.7 million but does not reveal if he still owns them and is not obliged to do so.
- Most ministries decline to provide details on holdings, with only Building Minister Verena Hubertz and Economy Minister Katherina Reiche making disclosures.
- The Council of Europe demanded stricter disclosure rules in 2020, but no legislative changes have occurred and ministers remain silent on the issue.
As Finance Minister, I sometimes make decisions that are relevant to the capital market or have information about individual listed companies.— Christian Lindner, former Finance Minister, spoke about the conflicts of interest that can arise from political decisions.
Former Iranian minister calls for Iranian control over Strait of Hormuz: Former Iranian Economy Minister Ehsan Khandouzi has said that tankers and LNG cargoes ...
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Baby of brain-dead woman delivered in Georgia, woman's mother says: The woman was being kept on life support because of Georgia's strict abortion laws.
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Premature Baby Delivered from Brain-Dead Mother in GeorgiaChance was born via emergency C-section weighing about 1 lb 13 oz and is currently in neonatal intensive care.
- Adriana Smith, declared brain-dead and sustained on a ventilator, was kept alive under Georgia's abortion restrictions.
- Her infant, named Chance, was delivered prematurely by emergency cesarean and is receiving neonatal intensive care.
- Georgia's law bans abortions after six weeks with exceptions to protect the woman's health or in specific cases.
- Medical decisions followed legal and clinical guidelines as the family continues to seek prayers for the newborn.
It’s kind of hard, you know. It’s hard to process.— April Newkirk, the mother of Adriana Smith, spoke about the emotional struggle her family is going through after her daughter was declared brain-dead.
Slovakia: Robert Fico considers leaving Nato - spending “completely absurd”: Slovakia does not have the means to spend five percent on defense ...
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Woman 'numb' after missing deadly Air India flight by 10 minutes: Bhoomi Chauhan was intending to catch the Air India flight to Gatwick Airport on Thursday which ...
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Black Box Key to Air India Crash InvestigationThe mostly intact flight recorder will be analyzed in India as no explosives were found and wreckage recovery continues under tight security.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: hindustantimes.com
- The nearly undamaged black box from Air India flight 171 allows data extraction to likely occur domestically.
- Advanced scans and canine units detected no explosive traces at the crash site during thorough security sweeps.
- Efforts persist to retrieve the aircraft’s tail section, housing the second black box, for comprehensive analysis.
- All debris is preserved onsite until investigators decide on relocating the wreckage to a controlled facility.
The NSG teams did not find any trace of explosives or IEDs across any debris of the Air India plane.— A police officer who requested anonymity commented on the findings of the security sweep.
Boris Pistorius ensures the return of conscription - | Draft law: The German armed forces need more men, but leading SPD politicians don't want to hear ...
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New Military Service Debate Amid Army ExpansionGermany aims to increase troops to 260,000; voluntary enlistment may be insufficient, say Merz and Pistorius.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: berliner-zeitung.de
- Friedrich Merz considers reinstating conscription likely to support the Bundeswehr's planned enlargement.
- Boris Pistorius intends a draft law supporting voluntary service but allowing partial conscription if volunteer numbers fall short.
- The Bundeswehr plans to grow from about 182,500 to between 250,000 and 260,000 soldiers in the coming years.
- Pistorius highlights that raising soldiers’ pay is essential to attract enough personnel to meet demand.
We will probably (...) not manage with the current volunteer system alone, but will need additional elements of compulsory military service.— Friedrich Merz, Chancellor, at the Industry Day in Berlin.
Govt to give itself power to override councils on housing in RMA changes: Housing and RMA reform minister Chris Bishop today announced Cabinet will insert a new ...
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Turkey hoping to hold 5G tender in August, minister says: Turkey's transport and infrastructure minister said the country was hoping to hold a tender for 5G ...
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At-home HPV test kits to be offered to thousands of women in England: The home tests will be offered so that women can check for cervical cancer without visiting ...
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‘Tehran will burn’ if Iran keeps firing missiles at Israel, Israeli defense minister says
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Gauff beats world number one Sabalenka to win French Open women's title: American Coco Gauff beat world number one Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus 6-7(5) 6-2 6-4 to ...
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Gauff's Landmark Victory at French Open 2025At age 21, Gauff earned her second major title in a windy Paris final, overcoming Sabalenka in three sets.
- Coco Gauff captured her first French Open championship by defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6-7, 6-2, 6-4.
- This win allowed her to move past the difficult loss she experienced in the 2022 final.
- She demonstrated strong mental focus and committed fewer mistakes despite challenging weather conditions.
- Her achievement marked a significant accomplishment for American women competing on the Paris clay courts.
It was a tough time, I was doubting myself.— Coco Gauff recalls her feelings before the match after losing in the 2022 French Open final.
London woman off insulin for Type 1 diabetes after a single dose of experimental manufactured stem cells
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FLASHBACK: Minister Adelabu Promised Nigerians Improved Power Supply in 2023. He Recycled His Words in 2024
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Transportation Minister Chrystia Freeland ’dismayed’ about BC Ferries' contract with Chinese shipyard
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U.K. Parliament bans women from being prosecuted for late-term abortion: The new law makes it illegal to investigate, arrest, prosecute or imprison any woman in ...
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Boris Pistorius on the German Armed Forces: Germany and war readiness: In a week full of military news, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is Caren Miosga's ...
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Pistorius on Escalation and Germany’s Defense ReadinessDefense Minister Pistorius identifies Iran as the main Middle East threat and highlights reserve troops’ contact issues through 2029.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: berliner-zeitung.de
- Boris Pistorius considers US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites potentially justified to prevent greater harm.
- He stresses that destroying these sites could improve regional stability amid global peace pressures.
- Pistorius insists Germany must be combat-ready by 2029 due to Russia’s ongoing military buildup.
- The German military faces challenges reaching reservists because of inadequate personnel tracking systems.
This can initially be no good news, as it shows and proves that the world's peace order is currently under pressure everywhere.— Boris Pistorius comments on the US bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities during the ZDF program Caren Miosga.
National inquiry into maternity care announced by Wes Streeting
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Urgent Maternity Care Review Launched Across EnglandThe inquiry starts summer 2024, targeting 10 failing trusts and reporting by December 2025 to improve NHS maternity services.
- Health Secretary Wes Streeting announced a rapid review focusing on the worst-performing maternity and neonatal units in England.
- The investigation will proceed in two stages: an immediate look at up to ten critical trusts and a broader national assessment to enhance care standards.
- The review will involve affected families and introduce an anti-discrimination program addressing disparities in care for minority communities.
- Maternal mortality rates in England have increased by 27% since 2009 despite past inquiries highlighting preventable harms.
We must act – and we must act now.— Wes Streeting, Health Secretary, announcing a national investigation into maternity care in England.
Muslim leaders must speak out against the horrific grooming gangs: We can’t ignore the fact that white girls were predominantly abused by men of Pakistani ...
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Nearly 200 people apply for 'golden visas' in 3 months: "Investor migrants are clearly attracted to New Zealand's growing reputation as a safe, pro-business ...
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Amit Shah says English speakers will ‘soon feel ashamed’ in India: The country’s history, culture and religion cannot be understood in foreign languages ...
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Rahul Gandhi Champions English as a Path to EqualityRahul Gandhi highlights English as a tool empowering poor children, opposing BJP-RSS efforts to restrict its learning and opportunities.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: deccanherald.com
- English is portrayed as a bridge offering equal opportunities to all children, despite BJP-RSS opposition.
- Rahul Gandhi accuses BJP-RSS of discouraging poor children from learning English to limit their progress.
- Amit Shah previously claimed English speakers may soon feel ashamed, stressing the value of Indian languages.
- Other leaders condemned Shah’s remarks as an attempt to impose Hindi and suppress linguistic diversity.
English is not a shame, it is power. English is not a chain, it is a tool to break the chains.— Rahul Gandhi, responding to Amit Shah's remarks about the English language and its importance in providing opportunities.
OpinionSituation in the Gaza Strip: Netanyahu's death trap: Israel's prime minister may really be hoping to topple the Iranian government with his attack ...
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Opportunity for ‘reckoning and rebirth’: Bathabile Dlamini defends National Dialogue
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UK to get first female spy chief: Britain’s foreign intelligence service, MI6, will be led by a woman for the first time in its history ...
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First Woman to Lead MI6 NamedBlaise Metreweli will become MI6’s 18th chief this autumn, bringing expertise in technology and frontline intelligence operations.
- Blaise Metreweli is set to replace Sir Richard Moore as the first female head of MI6 this autumn.
- Currently serving as ‘Q’, she oversees technology and innovation within the agency and has significant operational experience in the Middle East and Europe.
- Her entire career has been in intelligence, including a prior role as a director at MI5.
- This appointment comes amid escalating threats such as spy ships and cyberattacks, highlighting MI6’s key role in national security.
I am proud and honoured to be asked to lead my service.— Blaise Metreweli, in a statement regarding her appointment as head of MI6.
Whoopi Goldberg under fire for comparing being Black in the U.S. to being a woman in Iran
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Southern Baptists to meet in Dallas for annual evangelical gathering: Southern Baptists meeting this week in Dallas will be asked to approve resolutions calling ...
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Israeli police raid foreign TV crews in Haifa, seize TRT Arabi equipment: Israeli authorities seize equipment from TRT Arabi and other broadcasters after ...
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Boris Pistorius on the SPD manifesto: This paper is a “denial of reality”: Leading SPD politicians are calling for a different armaments and defense policy from ...
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SPD Members Call for New Approach to Russia PolicyTwo weeks before the party congress, SPD members spark intense debate with a peace manifesto challenging current military policies.
- Several SPD politicians defend a manifesto that urges moving away from rearmament and increasing cooperation with Russia despite internal criticism.
- Ralf Stegner stresses the need for both military aid to Ukraine and diplomatic talks with Russia, acknowledging that rearmament alone is ineffective.
- The manifesto aims to stimulate broad discussion within the SPD and address consequences from recent election defeats.
- Reactions within the party vary, with some endorsing the paper while others reject cooperation with Russia amid the ongoing conflict.
You cannot militarily defeat Russia.— Ralf Stegner, Member of the Bundestag and foreign policy expert, defends the controversial manifesto on the joint morning magazine of ARD and ZDF.
No, this Israeli minister didn’t say that he underestimated Iran’s missile capabilities
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Opinion'There is a world of difference between how the media portrays JK Rowling and her image among the public'
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Abortions rose in 2024 due to pills available through telehealth, report finds: A new report finds that the number of abortions in the U.S. grew in 2024 as more ...
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Telehealth Pills Drive US Abortion Rise in 2024Approximately 1.1 million abortions occurred in 2024, with telehealth prescriptions accounting for 25% in the year's final quarter.
- Abortion numbers in the U.S. increased in 2024 despite bans and restrictions in multiple states.
- Telehealth abortion pill prescriptions accounted for one in four abortions in the last three months of 2024, rising sharply from previous years.
- Shield laws in certain states allowed providers to prescribe abortion pills via telehealth even where abortion is banned or restricted.
- Anti-abortion advocates are focusing on limiting telehealth access to abortion pills through lawsuits and new legislation.
It’s a priority for my group to keep pushing U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and other officials to investigate the safety of abortion pills — and to require that they be dispensed only in person.— Marjorie Dannenfelser, President of SBA Pro-Life America, on a call with reporters.
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British lawmakers vote to decriminalize abortion for pregnant women while America cracks down
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U.K. Moves to End Criminal Penalties for AbortionParliament approved decriminalization with a 379-137 vote, ending prosecutions under a law from 1861 in England and Wales.
- The House of Commons passed an amendment to protect women from criminal charges related to abortion.
- More than 100 women have been investigated over the past five years for suspected illegal abortions, including natural miscarriages.
- This legal change responds to highly publicized cases involving prosecution after 24 weeks of pregnancy.
- The bill will proceed to the House of Lords, which can delay but not block its passage.
This piece of legislation will only take women out of the criminal justice system because they are vulnerable and they need our help.— Tonia Antoniazzi, Member of Parliament, discusses the need for the legislative change.
We shouldn't expect smooth sailing all time: Jaishankar on India's ties with neighbours
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Scam victim ‘blessed’ by free wood delivery: A Dunedin woman left in the cold after falling victim to a firewood scam is thanking an "angel" who came ...
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Pride for U2's The Edge as he becomes Irish citizen: It was a beautiful day for U2 guitarist David Howell Evans, known as The Edge, who was one of thousands ...
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Harvey Weinstein convicted of sex crime amid contentious jury deliberations: A Manhattan jury found Harvey Weinstein guilty on a sex crimes charge on Wednesday ...
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Partial Verdict Delivered in Weinstein’s New York RetrialOn June 11, 2025, a Manhattan jury convicted Weinstein on one charge amid ongoing deliberations marked by conflict.
- Harvey Weinstein was found guilty on one of three sexual offense charges in his New York retrial.
- The jury has yet to decide on another count, with deliberations disrupted by internal disputes and threats.
- His original 2020 conviction was overturned in 2024, but a 2022 California conviction remains in effect.
- Weinstein faces up to 25 years in prison in New York, adding to a separate 16-year sentence in California.
Juror One has made it very clear that he is not going to change his position.— Judge Curtis Farber regarding the situation in the jury room.
Online safety authority wants YouTube included in social media ban: Julie Inman Grant writes to new Communications Minister Anika Wells, advocating for the ...
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Ken Ofori-Atta: Interpol issues red notice for Ghana's 'fugitive' ex-minister: The 65-year-old is alleged to be at the centre of several corruption cases; he has ...
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Ukraine-Liveblog: ++ Pistorius: "New level of support" ++: German Defense Minister Pistorius has promised Ukraine billions in additional military aid ...
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KLIA Aerotrain set to resume service on July 1: SEPANG: The much-awaited Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Aerotrain is set to return to service as early ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/06/21/klia-aerotrain-set-to-resume-service-on-july-1
Italian defense minister says NATO ‘as it is’ has no reason to exist: Guido Crosetto made his comments ahead of next week’s alliance summit in The Hague.
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Italian Defense Chief Questions NATO’s Current RoleAhead of The Hague summit, Crosetto claims NATO must evolve or lose relevance amid shifting global power dynamics.
- Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stated NATO no longer has a purpose in its current form.
- He highlighted Europe's diminished global influence due to the lack of a unified foreign or defense policy.
- Crosetto insisted NATO must transform and engage with the Global South to achieve collective security goals.
- Discussions at the upcoming NATO summit include raising defense spending targets to five percent of GDP.
NATO has failed in its original mission.— Guido Crosetto, Italian Defense Minister, commented on NATO and its role in today's world.
Defense spending: "If it says 3.5 percent, we'll do 3.5 percent," says Klingbeil: The German government wants to invest more in defense. Vice Chancellor Lars ...
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article256263808/verteidigungsausgaben-wenn-es-heisst-3-5-prozent-machen-wir-3-5-prozent-sagt-klingbeil.html
Free school meals rolled out to secondary pupils for first time, Swinney says: John Swinney said he would ‘prefer’ the meals to be available to all pupils ...
news.stv.tv/politics/free-school-meals-rolled-out-to-secondary-pupils-for-first-time-swinney-says

Russia's on 'the brink of recession,' country's economy minister says
pbs.org/newshour/economy/russias-on-the-brink-of-recession-countrys-economy-minister-says

Sask. government says as many as 30 incidents under investigation for arson related to wildfires
cp24.com/news/canada/2025/06/18/sask-minister-says-as-many-as-30-people-under-investigation-for-arson-related-to-wildfires/

Scientists reconstruct 10,500-year-old woman’s face using DNA: Researchers studying the remains of a prehistoric woman who lived around 10 ...
edition.cnn.com/2025/06/19/science/10500-year-woman-facial-reconstruction-intl-scli

Mankeeping: why single women are giving up dating: As the male social circle continues to shrink, their partners have to take on much more emotional labour – and ...
theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2025/jun/16/mankeeping-why-single-women-are-giving-up-dating

🌟The Bright Side: French scientists identify new blood type in Guadeloupe woman: French scientists have identified a new blood type, dubbed "Gwada negative" ...
france24.com/en/live-news/20250621-french-scientists-find-new-blood-type-in-guadeloupe-woman

Europeans negotiate with Iran on nuclear program: Diplomatic efforts are underway in the war between Israel and Iran. Foreign Minister Wadephul meets with ...
zdfheute.de/politik/ausland/wadephul-eu-ausseninister-iran-israel-nahost-100.html
In Dallas, a MAGA Summit for Young Women Pushes for ‘Less Burnout, More Babies’: The wellness influencer universe is resonating with people who might not ...
nytimes.com/2025/06/23/style/trump-maga-women.html

Brain dead woman on life support gives birth - but tiny baby 'fighting for life': Adriana Smith's son, named Chance, was born via emergency caesarean early on ...
mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/brain-dead-woman-life-support-35408852

Israeli Defense Minister instructs IDF to block Freedom Flotilla from reaching Gaza coast
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Thunberg Deported Amid Gaza Blockade Aid AttemptOn June 10, 2025, Greta Thunberg was expelled from Israel after the navy stopped her group’s Gaza-bound aid ship seeking to break the blockade.
- Greta Thunberg was deported from Israel on June 10, 2025, following the interception of her aid vessel by the Israeli navy.
- Israeli forces seized the ship with 12 activists; four, including Thunberg, accepted deportation while others contested it legally.
- Eight activists, including MEP Rima Hassan, remained detained near Tel Aviv awaiting a court hearing on their status.
- The Israeli government dismissed the mission as a Hamas propaganda stunt and maintains strict control over Gaza’s aid inflows.
(There) is a continued violation of international law and war crimes that Israel is systematically committing against Palestinians by not letting aid come to starving people.— Greta Thunberg told reporters after she flew into Paris.
Cabinet won’t be influenced when it decides to shut down Israeli embassy – DIRCO Minister
ewn.co.za/2025/06/17/cabinet-won-t-be-influenced-when-it-decides-to-shut-down-israeli-embassy-dirco-minister

Veterans' Day: Boris Pistorius comes to Hamburg today: This Sunday is Veterans' Day in Germany for the first time. In Hamburg, too, there is a special focus on ...
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First Veteran Day Marked by Ceremonies in HamburgOn June 15, 2025, 420 soldiers will be promoted during Germany’s inaugural Veteran Day events in Hamburg.
- Germany’s initial Veteran Day honors around ten million current and former military personnel.
- A military parade in Hamburg includes the promotion of 420 students from the Helmut Schmidt University.
- Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is slated to attend, followed by a reception hosted by Mayor Tschentscher for veterans.
- Three small protests are planned downtown opposing the increased public military presence, including one by the Left Party.
The Veteran's Day aims to make them more visible, to honor their service to the country and society.— Captain at Sea Kurt Leonards on the significance of Veteran's Day.
Nigerian university sparks outrage as staff check whether female students are wearing bras before exams
cnn.com/2025/06/19/africa/nigerian-university-no-bra-no-entry-policy-scli-intl
New hospital build boss to get $2.5k a day: A corporate troubleshooter is being paid $2500 a day to lead the new Dunedin hospital’s build due to ministerial ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/health/new-hospital-build-boss-get-25k-day

Chaotic video captures moment fed-up driver runs over 'No Kings' protester in Los Angeles
nypost.com/2025/06/16/us-news/chaotic-video-captures-moment-fed-up-driver-runs-over-no-kings-protester-in-los-angeles/

Israeli minister warns Hezbollah against involvement in Israel-Iran war: Israel’s defense minister Israel Katz on Friday warned Lebanese militant group Hezbollah ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/06/20/israeli-minister-warns-hezbollah-against-involvement-in-israeliran-war
Pentagon has contingency plans to invade Greenland if necessary - Hegseth: "Our job at the Defense Department is to have plans for any contingency ...
1news.co.nz/2025/06/13/pentagon-has-contingency-plans-to-invade-greenland-if-necessary-hegseth/

Israeli defense minister warns Hezbollah against joining conflict with Iran: JERUSALEM: Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned Lebanon’s Hezbollah to ...
arabnews.com/node/2605178/middle-east

Saudi foreign minister arrives in Istanbul for OIC meeting: ISTANBUL: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prince Faisal bin Farhan ...
arabnews.com/node/2605202/saudi-arabia

Jens Spahn: Housekeepers want to grill him over special mask report: After a long period of tactics, the Ministry of Health has presented its report on the mask ...
stern.de/capital/jens-spahn--haushaelter-wollen-ihn-wegen-masken-sonderbericht-grillen-35836432.html
Italian defense minister warns of likely strong Iranian response to US strikes: Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto says a strong Iranian response to U.S ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/652869

Sensitive Israeli documents obtained by Iran should be unveiled soon, minister says
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/06/08/sensitive-israeli-documents-obtained-by-iran-to-be-unveiled-soon-minister-says

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Iran to Reveal Extensive Israeli Secret Documents SoonThousands of files on Israel’s nuclear sites and foreign relations will be disclosed, enhancing Iran’s strategic position.
- Iranian intelligence agencies have reportedly acquired a large cache of sensitive Israeli documents set for imminent release.
- These papers include details about Israel’s nuclear facilities and diplomatic ties with the United States, Europe, and other nations.
- The transfer process was lengthy and involved strict security protocols to protect the material.
- No official response has been made by Israel regarding the data breach, which might be linked to a prior cyberattack.
The transfer of this treasure trove was time-consuming and required security measures.— Minister of Intelligence Esmail Khatib spoke on state TV about the sensitive Israeli documents.
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