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Ukraine intensifies counteroffensive, reclaims territory from Russian forces
Ukraine’s forces have demonstrated their prowess in masking strategic intentions, keeping the Russian military guessing with feints, disinformation, and troop shuffling. As the summer season progresses, Kyiv’s forces are intensifying their counteroffensive, achieving some notable successes. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently praised the troops for liberating territory from Russian occupiers, with at least seven villages reclaimed, according to Ukrainian officials. As…
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Mother jailed for late-stage abortion ignites UK law reform debate
In a controversial case that has sparked a heated debate, a 44-year-old mother of three has been sentenced to 28 months in prison for procuring an abortion beyond the 24-week legal limit in the UK. The woman obtained the abortion pills through the post during the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020 when in-person services were limited due to social distancing measures.…
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UK COVID-19 inquiry begins, scrutinising pandemic response and impact
The United Kingdom’s COVID-19 inquiry has commenced its main hearings, scrutinising the nation’s handling of the pandemic that led to one of the highest global death tolls. Heather Hallett, the chairwoman of the inquiry, emphasised the importance of acknowledging the suffering and loss experienced by many during her opening statement on Tuesday. The inquiry was initiated by former Prime Minister…
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AI extinction risk warning: 350 experts urge human rights-based approach
The Center for AI Safety recently issued a public warning, signed by over 350 scientists, business executives, and public figures, stating that mitigating the risk of extinction from AI should be a global priority, alongside other societal scale risks such as pandemics and nuclear war. Notably, some signatories, including the CEOs of Google DeepMind and OpenAI, represent companies responsible for…
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Man on trial for murdering 3 women, blaming them for ruined career
A trial has commenced in France for Gabriel Fortin, a 48-year-old man accused of murdering three women he believed were responsible for ruining his career. Fortin was apprehended in 2021 in Valence, where two human resources managers who had played a part in his dismissal years prior were shot and killed. The third victim was employed at a job centre.…
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Sgt Ratana murder suspect expresses sadness, denies intent in court
A 25-year-old man, Louis De Zoysa, accused of murdering Metropolitan Police custody sergeant Matiu Ratana, has expressed his sadness over the officer’s death during a trial. De Zoysa admitted that CCTV footage captured him firing a gun at 54-year-old Sgt Ratana, who was shot at Croydon custody centre on September 25, 2020. Despite acknowledging the act of shooting, De Zoysa…
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Scottish junior doctors to strike over rejected 14.5% pay rise proposal
Scottish junior doctors plan to strike following their rejection of a pay increase proposed by the Scottish government. BMA Scotland announced that unless a better offer is made, a three-day strike will occur between July 12 and 15. The government’s proposal included a 14.5% pay rise over two years, which they claimed was the best offer in the UK. However,…
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Pilot survives light aircraft crash off Porthcawl coast, investigation launched
A light aircraft crashed into the sea off the coast of south Wales near Porthcawl, Bridgend, prompting the HM Coastguard to respond to the incident on Tuesday morning. The pilot managed to make it to dry land after the crash, which occurred around 9:20am. The Welsh Ambulance Service confirmed that one individual was taken to the hospital for further treatment.…
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Three killed, three injured in linked Nottingham violent incidents
A series of violent incidents in Nottingham, UK, has left three individuals dead and another three injured. The events took place early on Tuesday morning, and authorities are still piecing together the details. Here is the information available so far: Two individuals were discovered dead on Ilkeston Road, west of Nottingham’s city centre, shortly after 4am. In a separate incident,…
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Breast cancer survival rates soar, majority now long-term survivors
A groundbreaking study funded by Cancer Research UK reveals that the majority of women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer can now expect to become “long-term survivors.” The research indicates a significant improvement in survival rates since the 1990s. Women diagnosed between 2010 and 2015 were found to be 66% less likely to die from the disease within five years compared…
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AI aids McCartney in crafting final Beatles record from Lennon demo
Sir Paul McCartney, 80, recently shared that artificial intelligence (AI) played a significant role in creating the final Beatles record, which is set to be released later this year. The technology was used to extract and purify John Lennon’s vocals from a demo during the production of the 2021 documentary series The Beatles: Get Back, directed by Peter Jackson. Sir…
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UK heatwave raises alarm over ecosystem impact and wildlife catastrophe
The extended period of hot and sunny weather in the United Kingdom has prompted concerns from environmental experts, who warn of the potential negative impacts on the country’s ecosystem. Tony Juniper, chair of Natural England, has called for a change in tone when discussing the current weather, highlighting the need for rain to maintain a healthy environment. As climate change…
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Aircraft’s emergency beach landing near Bridgend, pilot hospitalised
A small aircraft made an emergency landing on a beach close to Bridgend, after witnesses reported hearing the engine “spluttering” before the craft touched down near Porthcawl pavilion in Wales. The incident occurred around 9:20am, with paramedics attending to the pilot soon after. The Welsh Ambulance Service confirmed that one individual was taken to the hospital for further treatment. Eyewitnesses…
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Mother and partner guilty of boy’s death after 50 injuries and cruel punishments
A mother and her partner have been found guilty in the tragic case of a nine-year-old boy who suffered 50 injuries before his death. Alfie Steele was subjected to a cruel punishment regime, which included repeated beatings and being held in a cold bath. Dirk Howell, 41 years old, was convicted of murder, while Carla Scott, 35 years old, was…
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Nottingham van attack: 3 dead, 3 injured, suspect arrested
A major incident has been declared in Nottingham after three individuals were found dead and three others were hospitalised following a connected van attack. The events unfolded early on Tuesday morning, with two people discovered dead on Ilkeston Road and a third on Magdala Road. In a related incident, a van attempted to run over three pedestrians on Milton Street,…
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Nottingham major incident: 3 dead, suspect arrested, motive unknown
A traumatic night unfolded in Nottingham as a major incident left three people dead and led to the arrest of a 31-year-old man on suspicion of murder. The suspect is currently in police custody as investigators work to uncover the motive behind the tragic event. Graham Wettone, Sky’s policing analyst, commented on the challenges faced by officers when responding to…
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PSD scholars to receive RM100 monthly allowance boost from July
An additional RM100 monthly allowance will be granted to students on Public Service Department (PSD) scholarships starting in July, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The announcement was made during a dialogue session with scholars from around Malaysia at University Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) in Bangi. The event aimed to identify public issues and explore ways the government could help address…
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Malaysia mulls medical fee revision for higher-income groups at public facilities
The Malaysian Health Ministry (MoH) has proposed a review of the low medical fees currently imposed on Malaysians at government health facilities, aiming to match the fees with patients’ affordability levels, according to its recently published White Paper. The document highlights that the low fees charged at public healthcare facilities are greatly appreciated by Malaysians, as they can access healthcare…
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MIC removes Senator Sivaraajh from central working committee
Senator Datuk C. Sivaraajh was removed from the central working committee (CWC) of the Malaysian Indian Congress (MIC) on Sunday. The former MIC vice-president was informed of his dismissal from the CWC through a letter dated June 10, which was signed by MIC president Tan Sri SA Vigneswaran. Although the letter did not provide a reason for Sivaraajh’s removal, it…
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Malaysia ranks second worst for trans rights, MP defends constitution
Malaysia has been ranked as the second worst country globally for transgender rights, according to a recent Global Trans Rights Index report. Pasir Mas MP Ahmad Fadhli Shaari, however, believes that upholding the values set in the Federal Constitution justifies the country’s poor ranking. The index gave Malaysia a score of -105 and the highest danger rating of F, indicating…
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Malaysia to blacklist entities manipulating subsidised sugar prices
The Malaysian government has announced plans to blacklist any entities, including manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers, found to be manipulating the price of subsidised regular sugar. Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Salahuddin Ayub emphasised that the government will not tolerate any party taking advantage of its efforts and will take stern actions to protect the public interest. Salahuddin warned…
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Malaysia consolidates IT systems, aims to save RM7bn annually
The Malaysian government is working to consolidate its information technology systems, including government databases and websites, according to Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli. The current system costs approximately RM7 billion (US$1.7 billion) annually to maintain. The centralised database initiative aims to bring together 297 separate databases, with government ministries and agencies expressing support for the approach. Rafizi also mentioned plans to…
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Malaysia urged to ratify ICERD and end LGBT persecution in post-pandemic recovery
The Asian Forum for Human Rights and Development (Forum-Asia) has called on the Malaysian government to ratify the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD). In collaboration with Malaysian civil society organisations (CSOs), Forum-Asia also recommended that the government put an end to the persecution of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community. These…
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U-turn tragedy: High-speed chase ends in fatal crash as taxi driver takes a deadly detour
An officer died during a high-speed chase with suspects after a taxi driver made a u-turn causing the police officer’s motorcycle to crash into the cab. The superintendent of Samre Police Station, Chattakit Phadungchanthabai, told Channel 3 that the fatal accident occurred on Southern Sathon Road in Bangkok at 2.30am on Monday, June 5. Two officers from Yannawa Police Station…
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AIS 3BB acquisition may face strict measures due to market share
The potential acquisition of fixed broadband provider 3BB by Advanced Info Service (AIS) may face stringent consumer measures from the telecom regulator due to the combined market share of the two companies. True Corporation, a rival company, reported having 3.84 million household subscribers in the first quarter of this year, accounting for 31.5% of the fixed broadband market share, according…
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Fatal shooting after ex-husband attacks woman with debts
Police in Nong Ruea, Khon Kaen were alerted to the fatal shooting of a Thai man and the injury of a woman at a shop in the Chorakhe subdistrict. A 58 year old man was found dead, identified as the ex-husband of the injured 48 year old woman. Upon investigation, the injured woman, recently discharged from the hospital and still…
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Japanese customer accuses Thai masseur of attempted rape in Bangkok
A Japanese woman took to Twitter to share a story that a Thai masseur attempted to rape her while providing a service at a massage parlour near Khao San Road in Bangkok. The female shop owner defended her male employee, telling police that inserting a finger into a woman’s vagina is part of the service. A Thai Twitter user, @Reiriesz,…
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Russia’s national day: President Putin encourages patriotism and unity
Celebrating Russia’s National Day, President Vladimir Putin urged citizens to be patriotic and dedicated to their nation amid challenging times. Speaking in Moscow, Putin did not mention Russia’s military operations in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russia’s Ministry of Defence released a video showcasing Russia’s beautiful landscapes, as well as citizens and soldiers expressing their love for the country. Putin also paid tribute…
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22 US troops injured in Syria helicopter accident, cause under investigation
A recent helicopter accident in northeast Syria has left 22 US service members injured, according to the United States military. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, is currently under investigation to determine the cause. US Central Command confirmed in a statement that no enemy fire was reported at the time of the accident. “The service members are receiving treatment for…
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Trump faces 37 charges over classified documents at Mar-a-Lago
The indictment of Donald Trump on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate has thrust a high-profile case into the spotlight, marking a significant development in the United States Justice Department’s history. This comes less than three months after Trump faced 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in New York, making it the most substantial legal threat…
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