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Putin Vows Retaliation After Accusing Ukraine of Attacking Starobilsk Civilian Building

Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed retaliation after accusing Ukraine of a drone strike in Starobilsk that killed six and injured 39, claiming a civilian building was targeted. Ukraine countered it hit a military unit, highlighting mutual accusations and the escalating humanitarian toll of drone warfare in the conflict.

RNA Blood Tests and AI Enable Earlier Parkinson’s Diagnosis

RNA blood tests and AI tools are revolutionizing Parkinson’s diagnosis, detecting the disease years before symptoms emerge. A 2023 *Nature Aging* study showed an 86% accurate RNA test, while wearable tech and AI analyze movement and voice patterns for early signs. Challenges remain in validation and accessibility, but these advances could transform Parkinson’s from a progressive condition to a manageable disease.

EU and US Agree on 15% Tariff Cap Ahead of Trump Deadline

EU and US finalize 15% tariff cap deal ahead of Trump’s July 4 deadline, averting trade tensions. The agreement, brokered on May 20, 2026, includes EU concessions to avoid U.S. retaliatory measures, though extended sunset clauses and unresolved non-tariff issues linger.

PREDIMED-Plus Trial Shows Modified Mediterranean Diet Reduces Diabetes Risk by 31%

A Spanish study shows a modified Mediterranean diet, combined with exercise and coaching, cuts type 2 diabetes risk by 31% in adults with metabolic syndrome over six years, offering a scalable preventive strategy.

WHO Declares Emergency Over Bundibugyo Outbreak in DRC and Uganda

WHO declares emergency over Bundibugyo virus outbreak in DRC and Uganda, with over 300 cases and 88 deaths. Conflict and displacement complicate containment as no vaccines or treatments exist.

WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak in DRC Amid Conflict and Bundibugyo Strain

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC's Ituri province, driven by the deadly Bundibugyo strain and ongoing conflict, as cross-border cases emerge and global health agencies ramp up containment efforts.

Trump Warns Iran of Escalation as Peace Talks Stall

U.S. President Donald Trump warns Iran of escalation as peace talks stall, citing maximalist demands over nuclear limits and Strait of Hormuz control. Economic tensions and mutual distrust deepen the deadlock, with both sides framing the crisis as existential.

Instructure’s Canvas Hack: Ransom Payment Debate and Data Security Risks

Instructure’s Canvas platform faced a ransomware attack threatening 275 million users’ data, sparking debate over paying cybercriminals. The company’s undisclosed ransom deal with ShinyHunters raises questions about ethics, data security, and the growing ransomware-as-a-service trend.

Soap Films Mimic Galaxy Mergers in Study

A study reveals soap films and water droplets mimic galaxy mergers, compressing cosmic timescales into lab experiments. Researchers link fluid dynamics to astrophysics, enabling rapid observation of galaxy interactions that normally span millions of years. This breakthrough could reshape how scientists study cosmic forces using simple, accessible materials.

43 Arrests in £4.5m Met Police Operation to Separate Rival London Protests

Met police spent £4.5m to separate pro-Palestinian and far-right groups in London, arresting 43 amid tensions over free speech and public safety. Facial recognition and armored vehicles were deployed, sparking debates on surveillance and hate speech laws.
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Italy confiscates €200M in assets linked to late Sicilian mafia boss

Italian authorities seized €200M in assets linked to late Sicilian mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro, spanning multiple countries and targeting drug trafficking networks. The operation highlights global efforts to disrupt Cosa Nostra's financial reach, though experts note challenges in fully dismantling the organization's decentralized structure.

Iran Lifts Internet Blackout, Restrictions Remain

Iran lifts 88-day internet blackout, but access remains limited at 50% of pre-shutdown levels under President Masoud Pezeshkian’s 'pro-internet' policy, which prioritizes paid access over free expression, amid ongoing censorship and geopolitical tensions under President Trump’s administration.

NASA’s JWST detects daily cloud cycle on exoplanet WASP-94A b

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has captured the first direct observation of a daily cloud cycle on exoplanet WASP-94A b, revealing magnesium silicate clouds forming in the morning and dissipating at night, reshaping understanding of its atmospheric chemistry. The discovery, published in *Science*, marks a breakthrough in studying Hot Jupiters’ dynamic weather patterns.

U.S. strikes Iranian drone sites near Strait of Hormuz for second time in three days

U.S. strikes Iranian drone sites near Strait of Hormuz for second time in three days, escalating tensions. Both sides claim defensive actions, but conflicting accounts and strategic stakes over energy routes raise concerns. President Trump’s administration faces balancing escalation with diplomacy amid regional risks.