Stories for June 2025

Monday, June 16th 2025 - 10:45 UTC
Killer of Minnesota Senator in custody had other victims in mind

A man has been detained in connection with the June 14 murder of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman, 55, and her husband, Mark Hortman, 58, who were fatally shot at their home in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, in a politically motivated attack.
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Monday, June 16th 2025 - 10:23 UTC
Tremor leaves at least one deat in Lima, Peru

At least one person was killed and various others were wounded Sunday when a 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit Lima and its surrounding areas in Peru at around 11.35 am local time (16:35 GMT). The victim was a 36-year-old motorcycle cab driver who was crushed by a collapsing wall. The tremor's epicenter was located 30 kilometers southwest of Callao at a depth of 49 kilometers.
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Monday, June 16th 2025 - 00:01 UTC
How International Sellers Optimize Etsy Stores for Search

Etsy has become one of the most vibrant global marketplaces, allowing artisans and small businesses to sell their creations worldwide. But competition is fierce, especially for international sellers looking to reach buyers in different regions.
Saturday, June 14th 2025 - 17:40 UTC
Falkland Islanders mark 43 years since Liberation from Argentine occupation

On a calm winter morning, the Falkland Islands commemorated the 43rd anniversary of their liberation from Argentine occupation in 1982, with ceremonies and community gatherings held in the capital, Stanley. This Monday is a national holiday in the archipelago, a date that corresponds to the shift from Saturday, June 14, when the community of the Islands together with the internal self-government, represented by the eight elected members of the Legislative Assembly commemorates and celebrates Liberation Day, “a solemn and proud moment in the history” of the Islands.
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Saturday, June 14th 2025 - 10:55 UTC
Falklands to mark Liberation Day with community ceremonies and reflection on sovereignty

The Falkland Islands will commemorate Liberation Day today, marking 43 years since the end of Argentine occupation in 1982. A series of official events will highlight the Islands’ enduring connection to the United Kingdom and honor those who served during the conflict.
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Saturday, June 14th 2025 - 10:54 UTC
Ecuador asks Unicef for help tackling criminal gangs recruiting minors

Ecuadorean authorities asked the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (Unicef) for assistance to tackle organized crime gangs recruiting minors amid a national insecurity crisis, it was reported Friday in Quito.
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Saturday, June 14th 2025 - 10:44 UTC
Falklands, new Commander (Artillery) of British Forces South Atlantic Islands

A new Commander of the British Forces South Atlantic Islands (CBFSAI) has been appointed. Brigadier Charlie Harmer took up the role from outgoing CBF Brigadier Daniel Duff on Saturday, June 13, one day before the Falkland Islands’ Liberation Day celebrations.
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Saturday, June 14th 2025 - 10:26 UTC
Evo said to have raped and impregnated underaged girls during his presidency

Former Bolivian Government (Interior) Minister Eduardo Del Castillo said Friday he had evidence that former President Evo Morales (2006-2019) raped minors during his time in office. The Movement Towards Socialism (MAS) presidential hopeful for the Aug. 17 elections added he could support these allegations with documentation, testimonies, and photographs. He also noted there were multiple victims, some of whom became pregnant.
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Saturday, June 14th 2025 - 10:20 UTC
Iran hits Tel Aviv with ballistic missiles

Following Israel's bombing in the wee hours of Friday which damaged strategic military facilities and equipment in addition to killing top rank officers and over 70 people in total, Iran retaliated early Saturday with a barrage of ballistic missiles hitting Tel Aviv, leading to at least two casualties and dozens of people injured.
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Saturday, June 14th 2025 - 09:04 UTC
FAO estimates record global cereal production in 2025/2026

FAO also released a new Cereal Supply and Demand Brief, forecasting a record global cereal production of 2 911 million tons in 2025, up 2.1 percent from 2024. World cereal utilization is forecast to increase by 0.8 percent in 2025/26, reaching 2 898 million tons.
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