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World 6/28/2026

Uganda faces shortage of trained counsellors amid rising mental health needs

Uganda is currently grappling with a severe shortage of trained counsellors, a crisis brought into sharp focus at the recently concluded Second National Counsellors' Summit held at Kyambogo University. The Uganda Counsellors Association (UCA) warned that this scarcity, especially in non-urban areas, is leaving a growing number of Ugandans without crucial mental health support, despite a significant surge in reported mental health conditions across the country. The summit, which wrapped up on June 25, 2026, underlined an urgent need for the professionalization and regulation of counselling to address these critical gaps.

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Uganda faces shortage of trained counsellors amid rising mental health needs
World 6/28/2026

‘Operation Purgatory’: Magyar moves to demolish Orban system

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar has unleashed 'Operation Purgatory,' a sweeping campaign aimed at dismantling the deep-rooted corruption and 'mafia system' left by his predecessor, Viktor Orban. Just weeks into office, Magyar's government is setting a rapid pace of reform, lifting old EU blockades and opening crucial talks with Ukraine, signaling a dramatic pivot in Hungary's direction.

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‘Operation Purgatory’: Magyar moves to demolish Orban system
World 6/28/2026

Ukraine Hits Refinery in Russia's Krasnodar Region Overnight

Ukraine launched a major overnight drone assault, successfully hitting oil refineries in Russia's southern Krasnodar region and the far-off Yaroslavl region. The attack sparked a significant fire at the Slavyansk oil refinery near Slavyansk-na-Kubani, resulting in one fatality and one injury, with debris also damaging local homes, power lines, and gas pipes. This marks a clear escalation in Kyiv's strategy to disrupt Moscow's war economy and bring the conflict's cost directly to Russia.

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Ukraine Hits Refinery in Russia's Krasnodar Region Overnight
World 6/28/2026

MAGA congressman breaks with Trump admin: 'Significant national security concerns'

A bipartisan storm is brewing in Washington as Republican Representative Mike Lawler publicly broke with the Trump administration this week over its controversial push to sell advanced F-35 fighter jet engines to Turkey, and potentially even restore Ankara to the full F-35 program. This move, which comes despite Turkey's continued possession of Russian S-400 missile systems, has ignited 'significant national security concerns' from lawmakers on both sides, setting the stage for a major showdown.

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MAGA congressman breaks with Trump admin: 'Significant national security concerns'
World 6/28/2026

US Hits Iran's Military Sites In Fresh Strikes; IRGC Attacks Bases In Kuwait, Bahrain

A fragile interim peace agreement between the United States and Iran has shattered, plunging the Middle East into renewed conflict after a fresh round of tit-for-tat military strikes. The US launched attacks on Iranian military sites following an Iranian drone strike on a Panama-flagged oil tanker in the critical Strait of Hormuz, prompting swift retaliation from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) against US military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain. This rapid escalation, just two weeks after signing a highly anticipated ceasefire deal, signals a dangerous return to hostilities, threatening global energy supplies and regional stability.

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US Hits Iran's Military Sites In Fresh Strikes; IRGC Attacks Bases In Kuwait, Bahrain
World 6/28/2026

Netanyahu Praises Lebanon Agreement as Ben-Gvir Calls It a 'Historic Mistake'

A new trilateral framework agreement signed by Israel, Lebanon, and the United States on June 26, 2026, has ignited a fierce debate within Israel's government, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailing it as a historic achievement against Iran and Hezbollah, while National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir vehemently decried it as a 'historic mistake.' This US-brokered deal aims to finally end the ongoing conflict by disarming Hezbollah and dismantling its terror infrastructure in Lebanon, a move Netanyahu views as crucial for Israeli security and a direct blow to Iranian influence.

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Netanyahu Praises Lebanon Agreement as Ben-Gvir Calls It a 'Historic Mistake'
World 6/28/2026

Trump says he is nominating former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer as ICE director

President Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper and current senior advisor to the Department of Homeland Security Secretary, as the next director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The announcement came via Trump's Truth Social platform on Saturday, where he praised Schroyer's extensive law enforcement and military background, emphasizing his experience in 'getting Illegal Aliens OFF our streets.' This move signals a determined push to solidify the administration's aggressive immigration enforcement agenda.

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Trump says he is nominating former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer as ICE director
World 6/28/2026

Sunday shows preview: Trump-Cassidy divisions on display as Louisiana eyes successor

In a big win for former President Donald Trump's continued influence, U.S. Representative Julia Letlow has clinched the Republican nomination for Louisiana's U.S. Senate seat, defeating state Treasurer John Fleming in Saturday's runoff election. Letlow, who had Trump's strong backing, will now advance to the November general election, aiming to fill the seat currently held by Senator Bill Cassidy, whom Trump helped unseat in the initial primary.

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Sunday shows preview: Trump-Cassidy divisions on display as Louisiana eyes successor
World 6/28/2026

B.C. premier visiting China to pitch LNG project as province’s ‘really big fish’

British Columbia's Premier, David Eby, is currently in China on a high-stakes trade mission, aiming to secure investment for the massive LNG Canada Phase 2 project and dramatically expand the province's trade beyond its heavy reliance on the United States. This visit, which Eby calls a push for B.C.'s 'really big fish,' underscores a broader Canadian strategy to forge stronger economic ties with Asian markets amidst lingering trade tensions with the U.S. and a global scramble for secure energy supplies.

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B.C. premier visiting China to pitch LNG project as province’s ‘really big fish’
World 6/28/2026

Thousands of people exposed to Victorian-era disease at 2 major airports

A major health alert has been issued after health authorities confirmed two new cases of measles, a highly contagious Victorian-era disease, linked to thousands of potential exposures at Hollywood Burbank Airport in Los Angeles and Chicago O'Hare International Airport. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup driving record international travel, this outbreak raises urgent concerns about rapid, widespread transmission across global borders and the resilience of public health defenses.

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Thousands of people exposed to Victorian-era disease at 2 major airports
World 6/28/2026

Slovakia will not support funding for conflict in Ukraine at NATO summit — Fico

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico has declared that his country will not support financial or military contributions for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine at the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara, scheduled for July 7-8, 2026. This firm stance comes less than two weeks before the high-stakes meeting, where NATO members are expected to pledge billions in new aid packages for Ukraine, making Slovakia a notable outlier.

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Slovakia will not support funding for conflict in Ukraine at NATO summit — Fico
World 6/28/2026

US delegation snubs Apec meeting in Macau due to China visa requirements row

Washington has deliberately withheld high-level participation from the ongoing APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting in Macau, citing China's 'arbitrary and targeted' visa rules for US government officials. This diplomatic snub, announced by the US State Department, highlights growing friction between the two global powers over the ability of American diplomats to provide essential consular services to US citizens in the semi-autonomous region.

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US delegation snubs Apec meeting in Macau due to China visa requirements row
World 6/28/2026

Earthquake in Afghanistan: Quake of Magnitude 6.2 Hit Jolts Country; Tremors Felt in Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir

Afghanistan was rattled by a powerful magnitude 6.2 earthquake on Saturday evening, sending widespread tremors through northern India, including Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, and as far as Pakistan and Central Asian nations. The quake struck the seismically active Hindu Kush region at 7:04 PM IST, according to India's National Centre for Seismology (NCS), causing panic among residents who felt buildings sway but with no immediate reports of major casualties or significant structural damage.

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Earthquake in Afghanistan: Quake of Magnitude 6.2 Hit Jolts Country; Tremors Felt in Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir
World 6/27/2026

Record temperatures grip Europe as heatwave death toll rises

Europe is currently facing its most severe and widespread heatwave on record, with countries from France to Denmark shattering temperature highs and claiming over 530 lives since late May, including at least 40 drowning deaths in France alone. The continent is sweltering under 'extreme heat' conditions, with temperatures soaring past 40°C in many areas and even hitting 43.8°C in France, straining emergency services and prompting urgent health warnings.

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Record temperatures grip Europe as heatwave death toll rises
World 6/27/2026

Prime Minister Modi Embarks on Seychelles Visit for National Day Celebrations

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has landed in Seychelles for a pivotal three-day State Visit, kicking off celebrations for the island nation's Golden Jubilee National Day and marking 50 years of robust diplomatic ties between India and Seychelles. Arriving as the Guest of Honour, PM Modi is set to engage in high-level bilateral discussions with President Dr. Patrick Herminie, signaling a deepening of strategic cooperation in the crucial Indian Ocean region. This visit is a powerful reaffirmation of India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and its commitment to maritime security in the region.

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Prime Minister Modi Embarks on Seychelles Visit for National Day Celebrations
World 6/27/2026

Ukraine launches attack on Russian military facility as Zelensky launches 40-day offensive

In a bold move signaling a new phase of pressure on Moscow, Ukraine has successfully struck a key Russian military factory, the Titan-Barrikady plant in Volgograd, using its domestically developed FP-5 Flamingo cruise missiles. This overnight attack, confirmed by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, hit a facility crucial for producing advanced artillery and missile launch components, sparking explosions and fires in the city. The strike comes as part of a newly announced '40-day offensive' by Kyiv, aiming to push Russia toward ending the ongoing war.

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Ukraine launches attack on Russian military facility as Zelensky launches 40-day offensive
World 6/27/2026

Germany hit by record temperatures as heatwave moves east

Germany is currently baking under an unprecedented heatwave, hitting a preliminary national record of 41.3°C near Saarbrücken on Friday, June 26, 2026, as the sweltering weather system pushes eastward across the continent. This deadly heat, already linked to numerous fatalities in Western Europe, is now challenging more temperature records as it grips Germany, with forecasts suggesting some areas could hit 42°C over the weekend, before intense thunderstorms arrive on Sunday. Public services are struggling, with major rail disruptions and events being cancelled or shortened.

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Germany hit by record temperatures as heatwave moves east
World 6/27/2026

Dems’ ‘big tent’ excuse will lead to their doom — and maybe the country’s too

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's progressive slate just pulled off a stunning upset in the state's Democratic congressional primaries this week, ousting two sitting U.S. Representatives and signaling a powerful shift within the party. This wave of victories for Mamdani-backed candidates, many identifying as democratic socialists, has cemented the Mayor's status as a major political force and raised questions about the Democratic Party's direction nationwide. It's a clear win for the left-leaning wing, challenging the established order and proving that their vision for a more equitable society is resonating with voters.

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Dems’ ‘big tent’ excuse will lead to their doom — and maybe the country’s too
World 6/27/2026

US Strikes Iran After Strait of Hormuz Attack as Ceasefire Tensions Escalate

Tensions in the Middle East have surged after the United States launched military strikes against Iran on Friday, targeting missile and drone facilities near the Strait of Hormuz and on Qeshm Island. This forceful response came a day after an Iranian drone attacked the Singapore-flagged commercial cargo vessel, M/V Ever Lovely, in the crucial waterway. The incident represents a major challenge to the fragile ceasefire agreement between the two nations, which was meant to de-escalate months of conflict and ensure safe passage for maritime trade.

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US Strikes Iran After Strait of Hormuz Attack as Ceasefire Tensions Escalate
World 6/27/2026

India remains silent on Gaza, while the world continues to speak up

A sharp political debate has erupted in India over the Modi government's perceived 'stony silence' on the ongoing Gaza conflict, with Congress leader Sonia Gandhi today accusing New Delhi of moral reprehensibility and undermining its national interest. This comes even as the United Nations continues to warn of a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, marked by escalating violence and immense human suffering. The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has pushed back, asserting that India has consistently articulated its stance on the issue and provided crucial humanitarian aid.

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India remains silent on Gaza, while the world continues to speak up
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