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Iran held a large public funeral in Tehran on Sunday for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and four members of his family who were killed during the recent U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran. State television showed three of Khamenei’s sons, Mostafa, Meysam and Masoud, standing in prayer behind the coffins during the ceremony at the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla, one of Tehran’s largest religious complexes. However, there was no public appearance by his son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei. According to Iranian state media, Khamenei’s daughter, son-in-law, daughter-in-law and 14-month-old granddaughter were also among those killed in the airstrike that struck…

The ruling on birthright citizenship is in The court has ruled against Trump’s order limiting birthright citizenship, handing him a stinging defeat. In a 6-3 ruling, the justices upheld a lower court’s decision that blocked Trump’s executive order directing U.S. agencies not to recognize the citizenship of children born in the U.S. if neither parent is an American citizen or legal permanent resident. Trump, who has repeatedly tested the limits of presidential power in domestic and foreign policy, issued the order last year on his first day back in office as part of a suite of policies to crack down…

Veteran actress and comedian Jenifer Lewis has candidly reflected on her past struggles with sex addiction, revealing that years of casual relationships came to an end when the HIV/AIDS epidemic forced her to confront the risks of her lifestyle. Speaking during a conversation with Keke Palmer, Lewis admitted that sex once became an addiction rather than an expression of intimacy. “I slept with 63 men. Now that was fabulous,” Lewis said. “I wish I had known my body was a temple. I used to just find a gorgeous man and sleep with them.” Lewis explained that, at the time, she…

U.S. President Donald Trump has shared side-by-side images of himself and former President Barack Obama in their younger years, days after Obama suggested he continues to occupy the current president’s thoughts. Trump posted the images on his Truth Social account on Saturday, June 27, after first sharing an AI-generated image of himself holding the Earth while carrying an American flag over his shoulder, followed by a photo from the recent UFC event held outside the White House. The side-by-side post featured a photograph of Trump during his time at the New York Military Academy alongside an image of Obama from…

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued one of his strongest warnings yet to Iran, declaring that the Islamic Republic could “no longer exist” if it continues violating the recently signed ceasefire agreement between the two countries. In a post on Truth Social, Trump announced that U.S. forces had carried out fresh strikes against Iranian military targets, accusing Tehran of once again breaching the ceasefire. “United States aircraft just struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations, and coastal radar sites, for violating the Cease Fire Agreement, AGAIN!” Trump wrote. “It is very possible that they will never learn! There may come…

A powerful magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region on Saturday, sending strong tremors across large parts of the country and into neighbouring Pakistan, where dozens of people were injured and homes were damaged. According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), the earthquake occurred at a depth of approximately 100 kilometres (62 miles), allowing the shaking to be felt across a wide area, including Afghanistan’s capital, Kabul. Afghan authorities said there were no immediate reports of deaths or major damage, but assessments were continuing. In a statement, Afghanistan’s National Disaster Management Authority said emergency teams had been deployed to…

Seven African nations have officially qualified for the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking one of the continent’s strongest performances in tournament history. With the competition expanded to 48 teams for the first time, Africa has 10 representatives at the tournament, and seven have already secured places in the knockout stage. The African teams through to the Round of 32 are: Two more nations, Algeria and DR Congo, remain in contention and could increase Africa’s representation if they win their final group-stage matches. Morocco advance after convincing win Morocco booked their place in the knockout rounds…

The death toll from the devastating twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela has risen to at least 1,430, as emergency crews continue a desperate search for survivors and millions of people face worsening humanitarian conditions. Authorities and international aid agencies warned that the number of fatalities is expected to rise further as rescue operations continue across some of the country’s hardest-hit regions. The powerful earthquakes, which struck less than a minute apart, caused widespread destruction across northern Venezuela, flattening homes, damaging critical infrastructure and leaving entire communities buried beneath rubble. Emergency responders say the first 72 hours after a major earthquake…

Media icon Oprah Winfrey has shared an emotional and previously untold story about the late music legend Whitney Houston, revealing how she worked to shield the singer from public humiliation during one of the most difficult periods of her life. Speaking at the Cannes Lions Festival, where she received the prestigious LionHeart Award, Oprah reflected on her long relationship with Houston and one of the most memorable interviews ever conducted on The Oprah Winfrey Show. According to Oprah, before their interview began, she stopped the cameras and had a private conversation with Houston backstage. “We did the whole, ‘Hey girl,…

Media personalities Jemele Hill and Charlamagne Tha God have defended Jay-Z following criticism surrounding his latest partnership with Target to promote a special anniversary edition of his classic debut album, Reasonable Doubt. The controversy erupted after Jay-Z and Roc Nation announced an exclusive vinyl release with Target to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the landmark album. Critics on social media questioned the timing of the partnership, pointing to ongoing consumer boycotts targeting the retail giant and accusing the rapper of repeatedly aligning himself with corporations facing criticism from Black communities. Some critics argued that Jay-Z has a history of appearing…