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In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi dated Tuesday, Democratic Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed requested an investigation by December 1 into World Liberty Financial's compliance with anti-money laundering rules, sanctions, and governance. The demand stems from a September report by Accountable.US alleging the project sold $WLFI governance tokens to wallets linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group, a Russian sanctions-evasion stablecoin, Iran's NoBitex exchange, and the sanctioned mixer Tornado Cash. DT Marks DEFI LLC, controlled by Donald Trump and his family, holds 22.5 billion tokens and receives 75% of sales revenue, while the project lists Trump family members in prominent roles; World Liberty Financial maintains it has robust compliance measures with no evidence of wrongdoing.

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Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed have fired off a letter urging a federal probe into World Liberty Financial, the Trump family's crypto project, over alleged sales to North Korean hackers and sanctioned entities.

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A VA study of over 1 million veterans found the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine cut COVID-linked major heart events by 37.7%, with stronger 50.7% effectiveness in those over 75 and small absolute reductions like 2 fewer events per 10,000. Published June 15, 2026, in JAMA Internal Medicine, it tracked mostly older men after shots in late 2024, showing benefits for high-risk groups but drawing skeptic fire over tiny absolute gains, healthy vaccinee bias, and observational limits. Lead author Ziyad Al-Aly stressed skipping shots leaves heart protection untapped, while critics like Alex Berenson dismissed the relative risk figures as misleading.

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For older veterans, getting the updated COVID shot alongside their flu vaccine meant fewer heart attacks and strokes tied to infections. The findings highlight real protection, especially for those over 75.

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Amazon Kuiper Kenya Limited, a new subsidiary, has applied for a 15-year licence to build a ground station linking its low-Earth orbit satellites to Kenya's fibre networks. This would boost Amazon Leo's broadband service, promising residential speeds up to 400 Mbps and business speeds to 1,280 Mbps—far exceeding Starlink's current offerings amid Kenya's growing demand. Kenya's undersea cables, skilled workforce, and equatorial position make it ideal, and approvals could bring better rural access while raising concerns about signal interference with local mobile networks.

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Amazon is eyeing Kenya for its first African satellite gateway, setting up a direct contest with Starlink in the race for faster internet across remote areas.

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Frank McCormick, a former teacher and constitutional conservative, posted on X early Thursday asking if people enjoy Christmas aesthetics like lights, music, and decorations. Over 50 Jewish respondents largely expressed delight in the holiday's vibe and mood-boosting elements amid winter, noting cultural participation such as eating Chinese food on Christmas or decorating neighbors' trees. Many highlighted the irony that iconic songs like 'White Christmas' and 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' were written by Jewish composers including Irving Berlin and Johnny Marks. While a minority opts out, the thread with over 4,000 views reflects American pluralism and shared seasonal goodwill transcending faith.

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A simple question on X about enjoying the Christmas season sparked dozens of positive replies from Jewish users, who praised its twinkling lights, festive music, and communal joy without embracing its religious core.

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The pandemic began with a man in Wuhan, China, and went on to claim over 7 million lives worldwide, with excess deaths likely far higher. It disrupted economies, education, and daily life, while vaccines later helped control its spread. Reflections highlight a warped sense of time—days blending into routines, milestones lost, and grief still fresh for those facing long COVID or personal losses. Debates linger on origins and early responses, though science leaves the source unresolved.

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Patient zero fell ill on December 1, 2019, launching a virus that reshaped the world. Looking back, many feel those years slipped by in a blur of lockdowns and isolation.

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Rodney Smith Jr. started Raising Men & Women Lawn Care Service after helping an elderly neighbor, growing it into a nonprofit where over 6,000 kids aged 8-17 have mowed 50 free lawns each for the elderly, disabled, single parents, and veterans. His open letter to the White House, shared in early June, asks to bring challengers to D.C. with his flag-themed mower for the nation's 250th birthday, hoping President Trump signs it for veterans. White House officials have responded with questions after CBS Evening News coverage, while kids like Liam and Zalen in South Dakota, Colten in Kentucky, and siblings Brenden and Laila in Iowa push through their challenges in the summer heat.

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Picture kids from across the country firing up mowers on the White House lawn for July 4—Rodney Smith Jr.'s heartfelt pitch born from a decade of teaching service through free yard work.

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The Google Home Speaker, priced at $99.99 and shipping June 25, runs on Gemini AI for seamless follow-up questions, multi-step commands like 'turn off lights and start coffee,' and Nest camera summaries. It features 360-degree audio with deeper bass, Wi-Fi 6, and eco-friendly 37% recycled materials in colors like Porcelain and Hazel. Pre-orders include six months of premium Gemini access for free, though full features need a $10/month subscription. Tech fans praise its conversational smarts and value over rivals.

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Google's new compact orb-shaped speaker lights up with a glowing base ring, ready for natural chats and home control after six quiet years.

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In Episode 3 of his solo series 'kNOw맘대로 (The kNOw Way),' released early Saturday on Stray Kids' YouTube, Lee Know—real name Lee Min-ho—tackles camping chosen by his cats Soonie, Doongie, and Dori. He recruits leader Bang Chan with promises of food and drags Han Jisung along, leading to fumbled tent setups amid confusing instructions, custom onion wraps with buldak sauce, and fireworks under the stars despite the rain. The 10-minute video hit over 62,000 views quickly, delighting fans with the trio's chaotic banter in this low-key break from the group's high-energy shows. Lee Know teased more episodes on Instagram, hinting at his cats' next trend-following pick.

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Lee Know heads out for a cat-inspired camping trip, only to rope in sleepy Bang Chan and bed-headed Han for a rainy adventure full of laughter and grill mishaps.

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In Episode 3 of his solo series 'kNOw맘대로 (The kNOw Way),' released early Saturday on Stray Kids' YouTube, Lee Know—real name Lee Min-ho—tackles camping chosen by his cats Soonie, Doongie, and Dori. He recruits leader Bang Chan with promises of food and drags Han Jisung along, leading to fumbled tent setups amid confusing instructions, custom onion wraps with buldak sauce, and fireworks under the stars despite the rain. The 10-minute video hit over 62,000 views quickly, delighting fans with the trio's chaotic banter in this low-key break from the group's high-energy shows. Lee Know teased more episodes on Instagram, hinting at his cats' next trend-following pick.

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Lee Know heads out for a cat-inspired camping trip, only to rope in sleepy Bang Chan and bed-headed Han for a rainy adventure full of laughter and grill mishaps.

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Smith reacted to socialist-backed candidates, many endorsed by Mamdani, sweeping New York primaries Tuesday, ousting incumbents like Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Dan Goldman. The 34-year-old mayor, who shocked the establishment by beating Andrew Cuomo in 2025 and took office in January 2026, pushes rent freezes, free buses, and universal childcare. Conservatives praised Smith's rant on America's capitalist roots, while left-leaning voices mocked him and defended socialism with examples like Social Security; the debate highlights tensions as Democrats eye midterms.

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Stephen A. Smith didn't hold back on his show, telling Democrats that copying NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's democratic socialism would spell disaster for national wins.

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A post highlighted a word in a 5th-century Syriac lectionary manuscript, interpreted by some as "Mnhammna" or "the praised one" referring to Muhammad as prophesied by Jesus. Critics countered that the word ܡܢܚܡܢܐ (mnaḥmānā) means "Comforter" from the Semitic root n-ḥ-m, translating the Greek Parakletos for the Holy Spirit in John 14:26. Discussions emphasized linguistic differences, biblical context identifying the Comforter as the Holy Spirit dwelling in believers, and historical refutations like St. Dionysius Bar Salibi's response.

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On Thursday, Jackson Hinkle's X post labeling Taiwan a 'fake country' under China drew sharp rebuttals and support, spotlighting Taiwan's limited diplomatic recognition by only 12 UN members and the Holy See amid the unresolved Chinese Civil War. Taiwan governs 23 million people democratically, holds multiparty elections, maintains a 215,000-strong military, and receives U.S. arms support, including a recent $330 million package. Public opinion strongly favors the status quo or independence, with over 80% rejecting China's 'one country, two systems' model, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.

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Influencer Jackson Hinkle declared Taiwan a 'fake country' that belongs to China, igniting a heated online clash viewed over 65,000 times. The post amplified longstanding tensions between China's unification claims and Taiwan's 76 years of independent self-governance.

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On June 16, Cutral Có in Argentina's Patagonia unveiled a 26-meter, 70-ton statue of Messi in his Albiceleste kit, sculpted over 18 months by Aldo Beroisa to capture his 2022 World Cup celebration. Positioned along National Route 22, it has boosted tourism as fans flock to the site during the 2026 tournament co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. While locals call it a proud landmark for their humble captain, online reactions mock the awkward pose and likeness, comparing it to past flawed tributes like India's now-removed version.

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In a quiet Patagonian oil town, locals planted an 85-foot steel giant of Lionel Messi kneeling triumphantly with the World Cup trophy—now drawing selfies, tourists, and endless memes.

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Yuki Ishikawa led with 22 points, including 21 attacks at 64% efficiency, to guide Japan past Iran 25-19, 25-19, 20-25, 23-25, 15-12 in Volleyball Nations League Week 2. Iran rallied fiercely behind Milad Haghparast's 19 points, nearly pulling off a reverse sweep, but Ran Takahashi and Seita Agawa steadied Japan late. The victory keeps Japan undefeated atop the standings with 16 points, setting up a key matchup against the USA on Sunday.

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Yuki Ishikawa's ace put Japan on match point in the fifth set, sending the Arena d’Orléans crowd into a roar as they clinched another win.

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On November 18, X user Vivid Prowess posted a query to non-Israeli, non-Jewish followers asking their personal reasons for supporting Israel, paired with an Israeli flag image. The post garnered over 300,000 views, nearly 7,000 likes, and 3,600 replies by Thursday, featuring endorsements from figures like Brianna Wu citing strategic defense against radical ideologies and emotional ties to Jewish humanity. Responses highlighted shared values, democracy, biblical faith, historical duty, and personal stories, alongside sharp critiques amid polarized views on ongoing conflicts.

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What drives non-Israelis and non-Jews to back Israel? Vivid Prowess's viral X question exploded with 300,000 views and thousands of raw replies.

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Bitcoin Rachy posted the query on X early Wednesday, prompting users to highlight Bitcoin's decentralized nodes, open-source code, public ledger, and 21 million supply cap as key distinctions from Ponzi schemes. Contributors contrasted it with fiat currencies' inflation since 1971 and noted regulators target actual Bitcoin scams, not the asset itself. As Bitcoin hit $90,000 amid post-election gains, the thread exposed divides between maximalists and skeptics invoking greater fool theory.

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A financial advisor turned to X after a client branded Bitcoin a Ponzi scheme—sparking over 400 replies packed with sharp rebuttals.

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Trump told the Faith & Freedom Coalition audience that Khomeini and others in Iran feared Soleimani's power, calling the Baghdad Airport strike the biggest event in 100 years. The remark drew confusion since Khomeini died in 1989, three decades before the operation, leading many to assume he meant current Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed this year in U.S.-Israeli actions. Iran expert Arash Azizi agreed Trump likely meant Khamenei and noted informal Tehran views that Soleimani threatened regime insiders amid his Quds Force leadership and attacks on U.S. forces.

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At a conservative conference in Washington, D.C., Trump revisited his 2020 drone strike on General Qasem Soleimani, saying even top Iranian leaders like Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini were glad to see him gone.

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The fight between Canelo Alvarez and Christian Mbilli for the WBC super middleweight title, originally scheduled for September 12, has been postponed and rescheduled for late October in Riyadh as part of Riyadh Season. Multiple reports from The Ring's Mike Coppinger confirmed the postponement.

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The 21-year-old Orlando Pirates midfielder lit up the 2026 World Cup in Group A, subbing on to spark a 1-1 draw against Czechia and starring in a 1-0 win over South Korea that sent Bafana Bafana to their first knockout stage. Fortune called staying in South Africa a waste of talent after these standout performances, pushing Mofokeng to join a top European club like Percy Tau or Lyle Foster. While Pirates fans defend the PSL for building his skills, others see Europe as the next step, with no transfer bids yet but his value rising fast.

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Relebohile Mofokeng stepped onto the pitch in Atlanta and turned games around with his pace and vision, drawing a blunt call from ex-Manchester United star Quinton Fortune: it's time to go overseas.

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Two 18-year-old Palestinians from Hebron and Beit Omar rammed their vehicle into Israelis at the Gush Etzion junction south of Jerusalem on Tuesday, then stabbed victims, killing 71-year-old Aharon Cohen and wounding a man, a boy, and a woman. Israeli security forces killed both attackers on site. Cohen, a Kiryat Arba resident and father of six, was remembered by neighbors as a kind community pillar during his funeral that evening.

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A vehicle slammed into a crowd at Gush Etzion junction, followed by knives flashing in a deadly ambush that claimed an innocent life.

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The League One side bolstered their squad with the highly-rated goalkeeper on a season-long loan from Championship club Stoke City, marking their fifth summer signing ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. Simkin brings over 100 senior appearances from loans at Walsall, Leyton Orient, Forest Green Rovers, and Solihull Moors, plus 15 Championship games last season and a spot in England's victorious U21 Euros squad that beat Germany 3-2 in the 2025 final. He shared his excitement in a club video, eager for regular play to help Rovers push for promotion, though some fans note his past save stats and the club's loan reliance.

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At 6ft 2in and just 21, Tommy Simkin steps into Doncaster Rovers' goal with big ambitions and a trophy already in his cabinet.

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Organizers announced over 18 protest locations across the Gaza Strip for demonstrations demanding dignity, better living conditions, and an end to Hamas rule. The Fatwa Committee declared participation a betrayal of Islam and collaboration with Israel, calling for protesters to be publicly denounced. Hamas accused organizers of collaborating with Israel and placed security forces on high alert amid rising tensions.

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Bitcoin Rachy posted the query on X early Wednesday, prompting users to highlight Bitcoin's decentralized nodes, open-source code, public ledger, and 21 million supply cap as key distinctions from Ponzi schemes. Contributors contrasted it with fiat currencies' inflation since 1971 and noted regulators target actual Bitcoin scams, not the asset itself. As Bitcoin hit $90,000 amid post-election gains, the thread exposed divides between maximalists and skeptics invoking greater fool theory.

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A financial advisor turned to X after a client branded Bitcoin a Ponzi scheme—sparking over 400 replies packed with sharp rebuttals.

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Bitcoin Rachy posted the query on X early Wednesday, prompting users to highlight Bitcoin's decentralized nodes, open-source code, public ledger, and 21 million supply cap as key distinctions from Ponzi schemes. Contributors contrasted it with fiat currencies' inflation since 1971 and noted regulators target actual Bitcoin scams, not the asset itself. As Bitcoin hit $90,000 amid post-election gains, the thread exposed divides between maximalists and skeptics invoking greater fool theory.

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A financial advisor turned to X after a client branded Bitcoin a Ponzi scheme—sparking over 400 replies packed with sharp rebuttals.

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In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi dated Tuesday, Democratic Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed requested an investigation by December 1 into World Liberty Financial's compliance with anti-money laundering rules, sanctions, and governance. The demand stems from a September report by Accountable.US alleging the project sold $WLFI governance tokens to wallets linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group, a Russian sanctions-evasion stablecoin, Iran's NoBitex exchange, and the sanctioned mixer Tornado Cash. DT Marks DEFI LLC, controlled by Donald Trump and his family, holds 22.5 billion tokens and receives 75% of sales revenue, while the project lists Trump family members in prominent roles; World Liberty Financial maintains it has robust compliance measures with no evidence of wrongdoing.

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Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed have fired off a letter urging a federal probe into World Liberty Financial, the Trump family's crypto project, over alleged sales to North Korean hackers and sanctioned entities.

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In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi dated Tuesday, Democratic Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed requested an investigation by December 1 into World Liberty Financial's compliance with anti-money laundering rules, sanctions, and governance. The demand stems from a September report by Accountable.US alleging the project sold $WLFI governance tokens to wallets linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group, a Russian sanctions-evasion stablecoin, Iran's NoBitex exchange, and the sanctioned mixer Tornado Cash. DT Marks DEFI LLC, controlled by Donald Trump and his family, holds 22.5 billion tokens and receives 75% of sales revenue, while the project lists Trump family members in prominent roles; World Liberty Financial maintains it has robust compliance measures with no evidence of wrongdoing.

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Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed have fired off a letter urging a federal probe into World Liberty Financial, the Trump family's crypto project, over alleged sales to North Korean hackers and sanctioned entities.

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A viral image or video from Japan ridicules Europeans as uncivilized for wiping with toilet paper rather than using water bidets or heated Japanese toilets. The meme has sparked online discussions highlighting cultural differences in hygiene practices between Japan and Europe.

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Kidnapped from the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023, Gilboa-Dalal described in a Channel 12 News interview how a captor dragged him from a shower, assaulted him despite protests invoking Islamic prohibitions, and silenced him with weapons. He emerged emaciated with potential permanent hearing loss from tunnels and homes, as one of the last living hostages freed in an October 13 exchange. His account is the second public testimony from a male survivor of sexual abuse, amid prior reports of systematic violence against hostages.

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Guy Gilboa-Dalal froze as his naked body was groped by a Hamas guard, who then pressed a knife to his neck and rifle to his head, threatening death if he spoke. The 25-year-old endured this assault after 738 days in Gaza captivity.

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People from Saudi Arabia and beyond share elegant images and videos of salawat—blessings upon Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)—overlaying serene scenes like desert sunsets, blooming flowers, and the Prophet's Mosque dome. A hadith encourages multiplying these invocations on Fridays for multiplied rewards from Allah and angels. Hashtags like #يوم_الجمعة and videos of recited prayers create a digital space of devotion, connecting everyday folks like teachers and parents in peaceful reflection.

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As Jumu'ah prayers fill mosques worldwide, stunning Arabic calligraphy of salawat on Prophet Muhammad brings calm to feeds this Friday, June 26, 2026.

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Egypt secured their first World Cup win ever, a 3-1 comeback against New Zealand in Vancouver on Sunday, with Salah curling in the winner after 92 years without a tournament victory. The Liverpool captain posted the joyful street celebration from their Spokane base camp, where the team trains at Gonzaga and draws local fans. Now atop Group G unbeaten, the Pharaohs prepare for Iran on Friday, with Salah's goal and assist fueling their round-of-32 hopes.

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Mohamed Salah grinned wide in a selfie, bare-chested and flexing alongside beaming teammates on a sunny Spokane sidewalk, cars whizzing by after Egypt's historic victory.

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Trump posted on Truth Social calling for a ceasefire on all fronts, including Lebanon, Hezbollah, and Israel, days after the U.S. and Iran signed a 14-point memorandum at France's Palace of Versailles on June 18. The deal ends direct U.S.-Iran conflict, reopens the Strait of Hormuz, eases sanctions, and sets a 60-day window for a final agreement with Iran's nuclear rollback. Tensions persist as Israel occupies a Lebanese buffer zone amid Hezbollah strikes, with Trump pressing Netanyahu for restraint while markets rally on hopes of stability.

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With oil prices dropping and stocks climbing, President Trump urged a complete halt to fighting across the region, from Lebanon to Israel.

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Yuki Ishikawa led with 22 points, including 21 attacks at 64% efficiency, to guide Japan past Iran 25-19, 25-19, 20-25, 23-25, 15-12 in Volleyball Nations League Week 2. Iran rallied fiercely behind Milad Haghparast's 19 points, nearly pulling off a reverse sweep, but Ran Takahashi and Seita Agawa steadied Japan late. The victory keeps Japan undefeated atop the standings with 16 points, setting up a key matchup against the USA on Sunday.

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Yuki Ishikawa's ace put Japan on match point in the fifth set, sending the Arena d’Orléans crowd into a roar as they clinched another win.

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The first public hearing opened Thursday in the Fourth Criminal Court, accusing Hassoun of complicity in war crimes, crimes against humanity, incitement to murder, and more for providing religious justification to Assad's forces, including barrel bombs on civilians. Arrested in March 2025 while trying to flee, the session adjourned until July 16 without a verdict, amid attendance by officials, lawyers, and human rights observers. The trial follows Assad's fall in December 2024 and signals Syria's transitional justice push in civilian courts, though opinions divide on whether it unites or divides communities.

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At 77, Ahmad Badr al-Din Hassoun stood in a metal cage in Damascus court, facing charges for fatwas that backed the Assad regime's brutal crackdowns.

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In a Church Times interview following his recent West Bank visit, Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell described Israeli military actions in Gaza as deliberately indiscriminate and genocidal acts, while labeling the West Bank a regime of apartheid and ethnic cleansing through settler expansion. He emphasized that his criticism targets state policies, not Judaism or Jewish people, and supports Church divestment from occupation-enabling companies. Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis rebuked the remarks as irresponsible and morally inverted, planning a personal letter to Cottrell amid growing divides among UK faith leaders over the Gaza conflict now in its second year.

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After witnessing settler violence in the West Bank, Archbishop Stephen Cottrell has accused Israel of genocidal acts in Gaza and apartheid in the occupied territories.

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On June 15, Jerusalem Municipality teams, supported by police, took control of land owned by the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate in Silwan, East Jerusalem, removing structures, trees, and crops while erecting fences. The Patriarchate called it an unlawful seizure based on an expired order, filing a lawsuit that seeks to halt the work and secure damages; a court denied an immediate stop but ordered talks. The move drew condemnations from the World Council of Churches, Palestinian and Jordanian officials, and groups like Peace Now, who see it as part of efforts to expand Israeli control in the Palestinian neighborhood amid fragile property rights.

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Workers rolled in with excavators and dump trucks, clearing olive trees and fencing off a hillside plot next to an ancient monastery. Church leaders watched in disbelief as their registered land vanished behind new gates.

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On November 18, X user Vivid Prowess posted a query to non-Israeli, non-Jewish followers asking their personal reasons for supporting Israel, paired with an Israeli flag image. The post garnered over 300,000 views, nearly 7,000 likes, and 3,600 replies by Thursday, featuring endorsements from figures like Brianna Wu citing strategic defense against radical ideologies and emotional ties to Jewish humanity. Responses highlighted shared values, democracy, biblical faith, historical duty, and personal stories, alongside sharp critiques amid polarized views on ongoing conflicts.

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What drives non-Israelis and non-Jews to back Israel? Vivid Prowess's viral X question exploded with 300,000 views and thousands of raw replies.

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Trump told the Faith & Freedom Coalition audience that Khomeini and others in Iran feared Soleimani's power, calling the Baghdad Airport strike the biggest event in 100 years. The remark drew confusion since Khomeini died in 1989, three decades before the operation, leading many to assume he meant current Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed this year in U.S.-Israeli actions. Iran expert Arash Azizi agreed Trump likely meant Khamenei and noted informal Tehran views that Soleimani threatened regime insiders amid his Quds Force leadership and attacks on U.S. forces.

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At a conservative conference in Washington, D.C., Trump revisited his 2020 drone strike on General Qasem Soleimani, saying even top Iranian leaders like Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini were glad to see him gone.

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Kidnapped from the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023, Gilboa-Dalal described in a Channel 12 News interview how a captor dragged him from a shower, assaulted him despite protests invoking Islamic prohibitions, and silenced him with weapons. He emerged emaciated with potential permanent hearing loss from tunnels and homes, as one of the last living hostages freed in an October 13 exchange. His account is the second public testimony from a male survivor of sexual abuse, amid prior reports of systematic violence against hostages.

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Guy Gilboa-Dalal froze as his naked body was groped by a Hamas guard, who then pressed a knife to his neck and rifle to his head, threatening death if he spoke. The 25-year-old endured this assault after 738 days in Gaza captivity.

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Trump told the Faith & Freedom Coalition audience that Khomeini and others in Iran feared Soleimani's power, calling the Baghdad Airport strike the biggest event in 100 years. The remark drew confusion since Khomeini died in 1989, three decades before the operation, leading many to assume he meant current Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed this year in U.S.-Israeli actions. Iran expert Arash Azizi agreed Trump likely meant Khamenei and noted informal Tehran views that Soleimani threatened regime insiders amid his Quds Force leadership and attacks on U.S. forces.

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At a conservative conference in Washington, D.C., Trump revisited his 2020 drone strike on General Qasem Soleimani, saying even top Iranian leaders like Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini were glad to see him gone.

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On November 18, X user Vivid Prowess posted a query to non-Israeli, non-Jewish followers asking their personal reasons for supporting Israel, paired with an Israeli flag image. The post garnered over 300,000 views, nearly 7,000 likes, and 3,600 replies by Thursday, featuring endorsements from figures like Brianna Wu citing strategic defense against radical ideologies and emotional ties to Jewish humanity. Responses highlighted shared values, democracy, biblical faith, historical duty, and personal stories, alongside sharp critiques amid polarized views on ongoing conflicts.

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What drives non-Israelis and non-Jews to back Israel? Vivid Prowess's viral X question exploded with 300,000 views and thousands of raw replies.

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Kidnapped from the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023, Gilboa-Dalal described in a Channel 12 News interview how a captor dragged him from a shower, assaulted him despite protests invoking Islamic prohibitions, and silenced him with weapons. He emerged emaciated with potential permanent hearing loss from tunnels and homes, as one of the last living hostages freed in an October 13 exchange. His account is the second public testimony from a male survivor of sexual abuse, amid prior reports of systematic violence against hostages.

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Guy Gilboa-Dalal froze as his naked body was groped by a Hamas guard, who then pressed a knife to his neck and rifle to his head, threatening death if he spoke. The 25-year-old endured this assault after 738 days in Gaza captivity.

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