Key developments include a U.S. directive prompting Anthropic to suspend access to two next‑gen AI models, deepening turmoil in West Bengal’s TMC as senior MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay aligns with a rebel faction, and high-stakes diplomacy with a planned Modi–Trump meeting at the G7. Sports headlines span Rohit Sharma’s new world mark, MLB Pride Night controversy, and college baseball transfer moves, alongside event preparations in Uttarakhand. Additional coverage features Euronews’ evening roundup, entertainment updates from EastEnders, and viewing guides for the 2026 World Cup.
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Anthropic said it has immediately suspended access to its new Mythos 5 and Fable 5 AI models following a U.S. government directive. Other models remain available, and the company says it is working to restore access as soon as possible.
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U.S. officials say Donald Trump will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the G7 summit in France. The leaders are expected to discuss bilateral trade and broader global issues.
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India Today reports that Iran has booby-trapped tunnels holding highly enriched uranium as a potential agreement with the US takes shape. The reported measures could complicate verification and removal of stockpiles even if a deal is reached.
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Al Jazeera reports one person was killed in Bureij camp in central Gaza and two in Khan Younis in the south. The outlet says deaths since the post-‘ceasefire’ period have reached 983.
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Philstar.com reports that SpaceX shares jumped nearly 20% on their market debut after a record IPO, lifting Elon Musk’s net worth to over $1 trillion. The piece notes Musk’s renewed pledge to pursue human missions to Mars.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump will hold bilateral talks on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, according to White House sources cited by News18. The meeting is expected to be a closely watched engagement at the gathering.
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Hindustan Times reports that Ayatollah Khamenei’s burial is scheduled for July 9, following ceremonies in Tehran, Qom, and Mashhad on July 6, 7, and 9. The piece explores reasons for the more than 100-day delay between his reported death and interment.
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U.S. officials say Donald Trump will hold sideline meetings with leaders from the Middle East and Ukraine during the G7 summit in Evian, France. The discussions are expected to touch on ongoing conflicts and security priorities.
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Ahead of the G7 summit, President Trump is expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 17 to review India–U.S. trade talks. The forum is also set to discuss plans to de-mine the Strait of Hormuz amid growing optimism over an Iran war deal.
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A US official said Donald Trump will meet Middle East leaders on the sidelines of the G7 summit. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not attend, according to the report.
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Beijing condemned Washington’s decision to add Chinese companies to a U.S. trade blacklist and warned of countermeasures. Officials said China would take necessary steps to defend its firms’ interests.
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A Palestinian sanitation worker was killed when an Israeli drone struck a waste site near Al‑Bureij refugee camp in central Gaza, local reports said. The incident came amid continued Israeli attacks across the Strip and a worsening humanitarian and economic crisis.
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Trial judges at the International Criminal Court have directed medical experts to reassess former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte to determine his fitness to stand trial. The evaluation will guide subsequent proceedings in the case.
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George Russell secured pole for the Barcelona Grand Prix with a 1:14.679 lap, edging Lewis Hamilton by 0.064s. Kimi Antonelli qualified third for Mercedes, while Charles Leclerc crashed during the session.
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BBC News says Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar has died while being held by kidnappers. The case underscores persistent security challenges in parts of Nigeria as authorities investigate.
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Trinamool Congress veteran Sudip Bandyopadhyay has joined the party's rebel faction, escalating the internal power struggle. With his move, 20 of the TMC’s 28 Lok Sabha MPs are now backing the rebels, following reported meetings in New Delhi with senior BJP leaders.
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Senior TMC leader Sudip Bandyopadhyay has aligned with the party's rebel faction, intensifying the crisis for Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress. The move is seen as a significant setback for the party's leadership with potential long-term implications.
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An analysis presented at ENDO 2026 reports that organ transplant recipients who have or develop diabetes face a substantially higher risk of death than those without diabetes. The findings underscore the importance of diabetes screening and management in solid-organ transplant care.
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George Russell secured pole position for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, beating teammate Lewis Hamilton. The result marks a strong response after recent disappointments.
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A federal judge ordered the restoration of National Park interpretive content that had been altered under an executive order aimed at removing material deemed “inappropriate” or “disparaging” to the United States. The ruling requires agencies to reverse those changes at affected sites.
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The United States began their home World Cup with a 4–1 victory at SoFi Stadium, featuring two goals from Folarin Balogun and a late strike by Gio Reyna after an early Paraguay own goal. It marks a strong start for coach Mauricio Pochettino’s side in Group D.
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Ibgnews.com reports that a Manipuri scientist led the discovery of a 12.6-billion-year-old protocluster dubbed ‘Loktak’. The finding is presented as offering fresh insight into the formation of large-scale structures in the early universe.
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Ethiopia’s National Dialogue Commission says the process has moved to its final phase, with a concluding conference scheduled for July. The forum aims to address key national issues through broad participation ahead of potential recommendations.
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Rohit Sharma set a world record during India's first ODI against Afghanistan in Dharamshala despite being run out after a brief stay at the crease. The veteran batter surpassed a mark held by David Warner and matched a rare feat associated with Virender Sehwag.
Read full article →The director of Saraswati Paradise School, Meenakshi Mittal, was shot dead near the campus gate in Shimla. Police say unidentified attackers arrived in a Punjab-registered vehicle and opened fire before fleeing.
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Rahul Gandhi said the opposition INDIA alliance has "already won" the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, arguing that unity counters what he alleges is BJP influence over institutions. The Congress also announced a nationwide student outreach drive starting June 17 amid youth concerns about exam issues.
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Fierce Biotech reports that early clinical data from Eli Lilly’s acquisition of Ajax Therapeutics support the rationale behind the up-to-$2.3 billion deal. The novel type II JAK2 inhibitor showed activity early in testing, aiming to improve on the limitations of existing type I JAK inhibitors.
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An Indian sailor died aboard a vessel off the coast of Oman, according to reports. A seafarers’ union alleges emergency assistance was delayed amid regional tensions, with crew reportedly preserving the body using water bottles.
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Researchers presented an AI model that uses decades of routine electronic health record data to flag patients at risk for primary aldosteronism, an underdiagnosed cause of hypertension. The approach, unveiled at ENDO 2026 in Chicago, could improve screening and reduce cardiovascular complications.
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Warnings are most valuable when they are heeded.The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has sounded an alarm...
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Taipei Times profiles older adults using AI dolls for reminders, companionship, and emotional support, especially those living alone. The devices help maintain routines and reduce isolation amid the country’s demographic shift.
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President Marcos announced new embassies in Kazakhstan and Ghana, plus additional consulates in the United States, to strengthen partnerships and serve overseas Filipino workers. The expansion is intended to enhance the Philippines’ global reach and services.
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A Kennedy Center official told a federal judge that Donald Trump’s name has been removed from the venue’s building and website. The development follows a ruling that a Trump-appointed board lacked authority to rename the institution.
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TMZ reports that Tyra Banks has filed a defamation lawsuit against Netflix tied to the docuseries “Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model.” The case challenges how the series portrays her and the show’s history.
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The Guardian reports that Daniel Kretinsky is set to become West Ham United’s biggest shareholder and has addressed allegations involving David Sullivan. The piece focuses on ownership changes and governance issues at the Premier League club.
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BBC News reports a 35-year-old woman was pulled from the water by members of the public after a shark attack at a Sydney beach. She was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries, according to police.
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Resale prices for tickets to the United States men’s national team soared after their World Cup opener, with the cheapest seats exceeding $1,800 late Friday, according to the New York Times. The spike reflects surging demand for the team’s upcoming match against Australia.
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Eli Lilly reported initial Phase 1 data for its first-in-class type II JAK2 inhibitor in previously treated myelofibrosis, showing an encouraging safety profile and early signs of activity. The company said the agent was designed to selectively bind the type II conformation of JAK2 and that results will be presented at the 2026 EHA Annual Meeting.
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Cork overcame a seven-point deficit to defeat Donegal 0-17 to 1-13 in Ballybofey and reach the All-Ireland quarter-finals. The comeback stunned a sell-out crowd at Sean MacCumhaill Park.
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A court has ordered the Trump administration to restore National Park changes at sites described as “disparaging” to Americans, according to the Globe and Mail. The ruling addresses federal policies governing how certain historical sites are presented to the public.
Read full article →Police say a 43-year-old man, named as Terry Wilding, died in hospital after suffering serious head injuries in a Bermondsey residence. A suspect has been charged with murder as detectives continue their investigation.
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A court has quashed a GTEC directive that derecognized UNEM degrees held by 23 academics. The ruling restores the standing of the affected qualifications, subject to any further legal action.
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Senior Trinamool Congress leader Sudip Bandyopadhyay signed a letter backing a rival faction’s request for recognition as a separate group within the party. The move has intensified speculation about internal rifts and deepened turmoil in the TMC.
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Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami’s chief has asked for clarification regarding remarks attributed to India’s High Commissioner-designate Dinesh Trivedi about potential unification of India and Bangladesh. The request highlights sensitivities around cross-border political comments and sovereignty.
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Tanzania’s Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba ordered the immediate return of goods seized from small-scale traders and warned regulators against abusive enforcement during inspections. The directive, issued at a public meeting in Dodoma, aims to protect traders’ capital and curb overreach.
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The Guardian reports that residents and advocates in the Downtown Eastside near BC Place say World Cup preparations have brought intensified policing and displacement. Critics warn the tactics endanger vulnerable people and strain community safety.
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Researchers at Israel’s IOLR–Kinneret Limnological Institute report that cyanobacteria under prolonged heat stress rely on dark respiration when photosynthetic electron transport is impaired. The findings challenge assumptions that survival hinges solely on protecting photosynthesis.
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A growing scheme targets mobile money users during cash withdrawals by pairing two fraudsters—one initiating a transaction elsewhere while another elicits the victim’s approval. Users are urged to verify recipient details and avoid sharing phone numbers aloud before entering PINs.
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A 9to5Mac commentary argues Apple needs stronger, clearer policies to address a surge of quickly generated “vibe coded” apps. Citing WWDC figures of heavy submission volumes, the author proposes product and review-process changes to protect App Store quality.
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The Irish Times reports that Canada’s prime minister expressed full confidence in Ireland’s investigation into alumina exports. The statement signals diplomatic support while the Irish inquiry proceeds.
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