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27 killed in South Africa mass shootings

27 people killed in two separate shootings in South Africa. Police say 17 were shot dead at a tavern outside Johannesburg by suspects armed with assault rifles, while another 10 were killed near Cape Town when gunmen opened fire at a venue selling grilled meat.

South Africa mass shootings kill 27 in two separate attacks

Two mass shootings in South Africa killed 27 people within hours of each other, raising concerns about escalating gun violence in the country. The attacks occurred in Johannesburg and Cape Town, with police investigating the motives behind the shootings.

Trump forecasts Cuba deal as war with Iran looms

President Trump predicts a deal with Cuba as the U.S. and Iran clash over the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran insisting only diplomacy can resolve the conflict. Trump rejected an Iranian peace proposal, signaling potential military action if the U.S. fails to reach an agreement.

Pope Leo meets 7 abuse survivors as Church faces scrutiny

Pope Leo XIV meets seven survivors of child sexual abuse by French clergy in Lourdes as the Catholic Church faces renewed scrutiny over past misconduct. The meeting follows a public address where the pope urged the church to confront its 'deep wounds' and 'painful errors' without directly referencing the France abuse scandal affecting 330,000 children over seven decades.

CNN Excluded From Air Force One As Trump Visits College Football Game

CNN was barred from Air Force One during Trump's Saturday visit to a college football game, marking another setback in the White House's ongoing dispute with the media. The exclusion follows a recent court ruling that allowed CNN and other outlets to resume access to White House events.

UK police arrest men, evacuate homes near US air base in England

UK police arrested several men and evacuated homes near a US air base in southwest England after a security scare at RAF Fairford. The incident, described as a major incident, led to the evacuation of a nearby village and the containment of the situation.

Trump bars CNN from Air Force One as press tensions flare

Trump bars CNN from Air Force One as press tensions flare. The move highlights escalating tensions between the White House and media outlets. It follows a series of conflicts over media coverage and access to the president.

Trump rejects Iran's seven-day plan to reopen Hormuz

US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, despite the waterway's critical role in global oil supply. The rejection comes as Iran waits for a definitive response from US negotiators.

Thousands protest in Madrid over Spain’s housing crisis

Thousands of people marched in Madrid, demanding action on Spain’s housing crisis after an 87-year-old woman was evicted from her home. The incident has reignited public concern over rising rents and tenant protections.

Tens of thousands protest Madrid over Spain's housing crisis as 87-year-old evicted from home

Tens of thousands of people marched in Madrid to protest Spain's housing crisis after an 87-year-old woman was evicted from her home. The eviction of Maricarmen Abascal, who had lived in the apartment for 70 years, sparked widespread demonstrations calling for tenant protections and measures to curb rising housing costs. Government officials reported around 25,000 participants, while organizers estimated 300,000 took part in the protest.

South Africa police probe 10th woman's body in femicide crisis

South Africa police have discovered the 10th body of a woman in a femicide crisis, with nine others found in Ekurhuleni near Johannesburg. The latest victim, found in Tembisa, adds to concerns over violence against women in the country. Police are investigating whether the killings are linked, with some cases showing similar methods.

Trump and Xi clash over Cuba and Iran at UN as media access issues persist

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a high-profile summit in Washington amid tensions over Cuba and Iran, as media access issues continued to plague the Trump administration. The meeting occurred during the UN General Assembly, highlighting the complex dynamics between the two superpowers.

Supreme Court approves Trump's plan to expand federal voter database

The Supreme Court has approved the Trump administration's plan to expand a federal voter database, allowing the Department of Homeland Security to include Social Security and other information on every American. The decision overturns a lower court ruling that raised privacy and accuracy concerns.

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