An American teenager flying solo across the globe for a great cause has been detained in Antarctica. On the one hand, I feel sort of bad for him, given the amazing cause he’s doing this for. On the other hand, if you break rules, you…
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Trump vows tariff hikes of up to 70%, says nations will 'start to pay' in August
Donald Trump stated that “10 or 12” letters would be sent out on Friday, with others to follow, ahead of a 9 July deadline for countries to strike deals and avoid higher import costs.
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How To Use Fireworks Safely. Estimated 14,700 People Injured In 2024
On the Fourth of July, many people will be playing with things that can explode, namely fireworks. Gee what could possibly go wrong?
Well, when it comes to fireworks, plenty. In fact, in 2024, there were an estimated 14,700 people injured by fireworks, according to the U.S. Consumer Product…
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Freed Ukrainian POWs may be sent abroad for medical treatment – DIU official
Ukrainian soldiers released from Russian captivity will first receive medical care and rehabilitation, with the possibility of being sent abroad for further treatment.
That is according to Andrii Yusov, a representative of Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence…
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Hetmantsev urges gambling business not to evade taxes after detecting violations
After detecting a number of violations, Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on Finance, Taxation and Customs Policy Danylo Hetmantsev urged companies that organize and conduct gambling to pay taxes conscientiously.
“I decided…
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Family of Liverpool player Diogo Jota gather at chapel in Portugal ahead of funeral on Saturday
Jota’s death occurred two weeks after he married long-time partner Rute Cardoso while on vacation from a long season where he helped Liverpool win the Premier League title. The couple had three children, the youngest born last year.
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EU weighs skeleton US trade deal with 10 percent tariff – POLITICO
Despite the intensive talks, a landing zone for an agreement remains potentially difficult for von der Leyen, with divisions lingering between EU countries over how to approach the negotiations. All options — including no deal — remain on the table, according to three diplomats.
Before…
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Zelensky has phone conversation with Trump
President Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump.
This was announced by the head of the Ukrainian Presidential Office, Andriy Yermak, on Telegram, as reported by Ukrinform.
“A very important and meaningful conversation between…
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Russia recognises the Taliban: Which other countries may follow? | Conflict News
Russia has become the first country to accept the Taliban government in Afghanistan since the group took power in 2021, building on years of quieter engagement and marking a dramatic about-turn from the deep hostilities that marked their ties…
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Tourist’s Autopsy Reveals Grim Details After Volcano Fall
The 26-year-old Brazilian tourist who fell during a steep volcano hike in Bali, Indonesia, died from a fatal mix of traumatic injuries, according to a local coroner. Juliana Marins was ascending the more than 12,000-foot Mount Rinjani on the…
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