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Two quakes, one boiling continent

Quakes batter Venezuela as heat strains Europe and courts reshape migration policy

The last half-day brought the sort of news that makes crisis managers reach for old checklists and new maps. Venezuela counted the early dead after twin earthquakes, Europe shut classrooms and train lines in record heat, and Washington’s courts gave Donald Trump a sharper immigration tool.

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Paraguay vs Australia World Cup decider
Teams prepare for kickoff at Levi's Stadium as Paraguay and Australia compete for second place in Group D, while USA faces Turkey.
7.1-magnitude earthquake in Venezuela
Confirmed the death toll in Venezuela has risen to 235 following the earthquake, as rescue efforts continue.

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The Middle East after Gaza

An Israeli drone strike in southern Lebanon and Israel's condition for withdrawal indicate continued military and diplomatic tensions in the region.

Elanga equaliser keeps Sweden alive as Japan also advance to last 32 · Pollar