Venezuela Earthquakes: 235 Dead, International Rescue Teams Arrive
An international rescue effort is underway in Venezuela following a series of deadly earthquakes that have left 235 people confirmed dead, according to the latest updates.
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Christmas Market Attacker Jailed for Life in Germany
A man has been sentenced to life in prison for the 2024 Christmas market attack in Magdeburg, Germany, where six people were killed. The court imposed the maximum sentence on Taleb Al-Abdulmohsen, a 51-year-old Saudi national, who was found guilty of murder.
World Cup 2026: Teams in Round of 32, Schedule, Tie-breaker Rules
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage concludes, teams like France, Germany, and Argentina have secured spots in the round of 32. According to FIFA’s updated tie-breaker rules, head-to-head records now take precedence over goal difference for teams level on points.
Experts: Three Recent Powerful Quakes Not Related
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake in northern California, a 7.2 in Japan, and two in Venezuela occurred within eight hours, but experts say they were not connected.
Paris restricts alcohol sales amid 40C heatwave
Paris has restricted public alcohol consumption and takeaway sales as Europe's heatwave shifts east, with temperatures in Germany expected to hit 40C. French authorities have raised health alerts to their highest level.
Venezuela Earthquakes Kill 235 as Rescuers Search Rubble for Survivors
Rescuers are searching through rubble in a rush to save lives after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela near the capital, killing at least 235 people and injuring at least 4,300, according to the BBC.
France Warns Even Young People’s Health at Risk Amid Heatwave
France's health minister has warned that young people are at risk during the extreme heatwave, which has led to record temperatures across the country. According to BBC.
Kenya Families Place Flowers on Barbed Wire as Protests Mark Two-Year Anniversary
Families of those killed during Kenya's 2024 anti-government protests have placed flowers on barbed wire outside parliament, marking two years since the deadly clashes, according to the BBC.
French Women Allege Rape, Push for Statute of Limitations Reform
A group of over 50 women in France, who have alleged rape or sexual assault, are calling for the abolition of the statute of limitations, according to the BBC.
UN Pauses Strait of Hormuz Evacuation Plan After Cargo Ship Attacked
The United Nations' International Maritime Organization (IMO) has temporarily paused its ship evacuation initiative through the Strait of Hormuz after a cargo vessel was attacked, according to Al Jazeera and Al-Monitor.
Ecuador Edge Germany 2-1 to Reach World Cup Last 32
Ecuador secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Germany to advance to the 2026 World Cup last 32. Gonzalo Plata's 77th-minute goal sealed the win, according to Al Jazeera.
Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas suspended for hitting Caitlin Clark in the throat
During the second quarter of the Mercury’s 111-109 win over the Fever on Wednesday, Thomas drove her hand into Clark’s neck during a loose ball. She was not called for a foul during the play.
Venezuela earthquakes: ‘intensive’ search for survivors as death toll rises to 164 – latest updates
At least 164 people have died and 971 were injured in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes struck the country, acting president Delcy Rodríguez said. The death toll has more than doubled from an earlier reported 32 dead.
People flee as building collapses on Caracas outskirts
At least 160 people have died in back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela, with the worst damage reported in and around the capital Caracas, acting President Delcy Rodríguez said. People fled as a building collapsed on the outskirts of Caracas, captured by a content creator in El Junquito.
Prime Day Ends Soon: Top Deals from Apple, Samsung, and More
Amazon’s Prime Day is wrapping up on June 26, with major discounts on electronics, home essentials, and tech gadgets still available. From Apple Watches to high-end vacuums, shoppers have one last chance to snag deals before the sale ends.