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Europe's heatwave linked to 1,300 deaths, WHO says, as Germany hits record 41.7C

Europe’s deadly heatwave claims 1,300 lives as temperatures soar

June 30, 2026 / News, Health, Health and Wellness, international news /

Europe’s deadly heatwave claims 1,300 lives as temperatures soar Europe’s early summer heatwave has moved beyond discomfort into a public‑health emergency, with the World Health Organization warning the scorching temperatures may already be linked to hundreds of excess deaths. As sweltering air pushed eastward on Sunday, new national temperature records were reported in countries including […]

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US, Iran pause strikes but disagree over next steps on talks

US, Iran pause strikes, but talks face uncertain path ahead

June 30, 2026 / News, Current Affairs, international news, International Relations /

US, Iran pause strikes, but talks face uncertain path ahead Trump said Iran requested talks, with both sides expected to meet in Doha on June 30 to pursue diplomatic progress. Diplomacy and uncertainty threaded through the Gulf on Monday as both Washington and Tehran said they were sending delegations to Qatar, even as Iranian officials

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Six killed in shooting at youth welfare centre in Germany’s Stade

Six killed in Germany youth welfare centre shooting, community left shaken

June 30, 2026 / News, Crime, international news, Public, Security News, Social Issues /

Six killed in Germany youth welfare centre shooting, community left shaken Gunman reportedly faced bitter custody battle over his infant daughter A small town outside Hamburg was shaken on Monday when a man embroiled in a bitter custody dispute opened fire inside a child welfare centre, killing six people and wounding another before being arrested.

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29 militants killed in strikes along Afghan border: Pakistan

Pakistan strikes kill 29 militants along Afghan border, tensions rise

June 29, 2026 / News, Current Affairs, international news, International Relations /

Pakistan strikes kill 29 militants along Afghan border, tensions rise Pakistan blames Taliban as cross-border militant tensions continue to escalate Pakistani security forces launched a ground operation along the Afghanistan border on Sunday and followed it with what officials described as “calibrated strikes” on militant hideouts and safe havens, killing 29 fighters, authorities said. Information

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Cape Verde reaches knockouts with draw against Saudi Arabia

Cape Verde’s historic draw seals unforgettable World Cup knockout qualification

June 27, 2026 / News, international news, Sports /

Cape Verde’s historic draw seals unforgettable World Cup knockout qualification Cape Verde make history, reach World Cup knockouts with resilient unbeaten run Houston — Cape Verde arrived at its first World Cup with modest expectations and left with history. The tiny island nation off West Africa completed an improbable group-stage run on Friday night, June

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FIFA WC: Dembélé hat trick powers France past Norway at World Cup

Dembélé hat-trick inspires France to dominant World Cup win over Norway

June 27, 2026 / News, international news, Sports /

Dembélé hat-trick inspires France to dominant World Cup win over Norway Dembélé’s first-half hat-trick fires France to emphatic win over Norway Foxborough — Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé might need to look over their shoulders. Ousmane Dembélé announced himself as a contender for the Golden Boot with a blistering first-half hat trick to power France

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US, Lebanon, Israel sign trilateral agreement for peace deal

US, Lebanon, Israel sign historic peace deal, raising hope together

June 27, 2026 / News, Current Affairs, international news /

US, Lebanon, Israel sign historic peace deal, raising hope together Trump blames Iran after cargo ship drone strike breaks ceasefire The United States helped broker a new trilateral framework between Israel and Lebanon that diplomats hope will be the first step toward a more stable eastern Mediterranean. Signed on Friday, June 25, the agreement —

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Strait of Hormuz: UN agency halts evacuation after ship attacked

UN halts Strait of Hormuz evacuation after ship comes under attack

June 26, 2026 / News, Current Affairs, international news, International Relations, Transportation /

UN halts Strait of Hormuz evacuation after ship comes under attack Despite US military support, UN efforts continue helping trapped ships escape the Strait of Hormuz safely. A United Nations agency paused a plan to evacuate ships through an alternative route in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after the British military reported a vessel

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FIFA WC: Ecuador stun Germany to qualify for knockouts

Ecuador shock Germany, book historic FIFA World Cup knockout berth

June 26, 2026 / News, international news, International Relations, Sports /

Ecuador shock Germany, book historic FIFA World Cup knockout berth Ecuador strike back within seven minutes, ignite World Cup knockout dream Ecuador pulled off a nervy, late comeback to beat four-time champions Germany 2-1 at MetLife Stadium, sealing a spot in the Round of 32 — only the second time the South Americans have advanced

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US assures India technology access won't be revoked once granted: India’s IT Secretary S Krishnan

US assures India: once granted, technology access won’t be revoked

June 26, 2026 / News, Current Affairs, Indian Politics, international news, Local News /

US assures India: once granted, technology access won’t be revoked Krishnan urges trusted supply chains, warns against relying on one source India presses pause on AI regulation as US assures tech access won’t be cut At the Pax Silica Summit in the United States, India reiterated a cautious-but-progrowth stance on regulating emerging technologies, while receiving

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