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Їх небагато, але вони є: названо найкращі смартфони з підтримкою стилуса у 2026 році

Source: UNIAN (General) · Published: 2026-06-19T13:45:00+00:00

Зростання інтересу до складаних пристроїв та великих дисплеїв знову зробило актуальним стилус, який раніше вважався майже забутим аксесуаром.

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Kidney cancer rates near Pfas factory in Lancashire a ‘major source of concern’

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-19T13:42:25+00:00

Experts cast doubt on conclusion of government-funded study of factory emitting forever chemicals near BlackpoolConcerns have been raised about the conclusions drawn by a government-funded study that looked at rates of kidney cancer in the vicinity of a factory using forever chemicals near Blackpool.Pfoa, which is a known carcinogenic forever chemical that was globally banned in 2020, was emitted from the AGC Chemicals Europe factory in Thornton-Cleveleys, a town north of Blackpool, between the 1950s and 2012. During this period, approximately 49 tonnes of Pfoa were emitted into the air. The f

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SC declares the right to walk carefree on footpaths a fundamental right

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-06-19T13:42:23+00:00

The apex court judgment said walking powered the Freedom Struggle, politics and social reforms, but is yet to be recognised as a fundamental right; Asks government to frame a law to protect walkers on footpaths; Establish a regulator

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EN DIRECT, guerre en Ukraine : les dernières informations

Source: Le Monde - International · Published: 2026-06-19T13:40:20+00:00

Au moins six personnes, dont une fillette de 8 ans, ont été tuées dans des frappes russes dans l’ensemble du pays, vendredi.

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Back After Vanishing for 2 Weeks, Russian Banker Tries to Project Calm

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-06-19T13:34:07+00:00

The central bank leader Elvira S. Nabiullina reappeared during a news conference after a gap that highlighted deep tensions in the country’s political and economic elite.

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Andy Burnham: our next Prime Minister? – podcast

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-19T13:32:14+00:00

Andy Burnham will return to Westminster as an MP, and potential challenger to Keir Starmer, after decisively beating Reform UK to win the Makerfield byelection. Kiran Stacey and Jessica Elgot chat through what happens nextWhat would ‘change’ look like if Andy Burnham becomes prime minister?Support the Guardian: theguardian.com/politicspod Continue reading...

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Esclavage : les Etats africains et caribéens précisent leurs demandes de réparations pour la traite transatlantique

Source: Le Monde - International · Published: 2026-06-19T13:30:09+00:00

Après l’adoption par les Nations unies d’une résolution reconnaissant l’esclavage et la traite transatlantique comme « plus grave crime contre l’humanité », en mars, les pays africains et de la Caraïbe se sont réunis au Ghana pour présenter des demandes communes de réparations.

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Guerra in Iran, news. Hezbollah e Israele concordano cessate il fuoco in Libano

Source: Repubblica Homepage · Published: 2026-06-19T13:30:01+00:00

La tregua a partire dalle 16, ora locale, secondo Reuters. Trump: “È l'Iran ad avere firmato per disperazione”. Ft: “Colloqui Usa-Iran saltati per gli attacchi israeliani in Libano”. Attacco dell’Idf al sud del Libano, Ben Gvir: “Il Paese deve bruciare”

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US official says Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreed as Trump lashes out Iran deal critics – Middle East crisis live

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-19T13:27:38+00:00

US official tells Reuters news agency that ceasefire has now come into effectInside the city of grief hit hardest by Israel strikes on southern LebanonAs the procession wound its way through mounds of rubble, the crowd chanted and beat their chests, their lamentations echoed by the dull thud of shelling in the foothills just beyond the city. Continue reading...

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Read a book? Join a club? Stare at a wall? Social media alternatives for under-16s

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-19T13:20:40+00:00

Amid UK government proposals for a ban, experts discuss what other activities might really serve children wellWhen a Lancashire schoolgirl was asked what she would do if the proposed social media ban for under-16s came into effect, her answer hit a national nerve: “Stare at a wall,” she deadpanned.The clip went viral, not least because it distilled a question many parents have been asking themselves about the consequences of the government’s proposed social media ban. Continue reading...

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Bill Pulte assumes role of US acting director of national intelligence

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-19T13:13:01+00:00

Head of Federal Housing Finance Agency who investigated Trump’s enemies takes over top intelligence roleTimeline of Bill Pulte’s appointment as acting director of national intelligenceBill Pulte, the Federal Housing Finance Agency director, became the acting director of national intelligence (DNI) on Friday, following a tug-of-war between Donald Trump and Washington lawmakers over the short-term future of the cabinet intelligence post.Tulsi Gabbard, the outgoing DNI, initially planned to leave her post on 30 June, but Trump shortened her tenure to Friday. Senators planned to confirm Jay Clayto

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Hormuz disruption will continue until 80 mines blocking route are cleared

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-19T13:12:09+00:00

Tanker owner trade body says centre of strait will stay shut for ‘some time’, and vessels forced to hug Omani coast risk running aground The centre of the strait of Hormuz is blocked with about 80 mines that will need clearing for normal shipping to resume, the independent tanker owner trade body has said.Several vessels began to exit the Gulf through the key maritime chokepoint on Thursday after the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the US and Iran. Continue reading...

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Banker’s Brief Absence Exposes Raw Nerves on Russia’s Economy

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-06-19T13:11:22+00:00

The central bank leader Elvira S. Nabiullina reappeared during a news conference after a weekslong gap that highlighted deep tensions in the country’s political and economic elite.

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Ingram Micro eyes deeper play in SME segment, Tier 2/3 markets

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-06-19T13:10:37+00:00

Sahoo added that the company’s India strategy is not only driven by revenue growth but by calibrating growth based on margin profile

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Рай для хайкінгу: що туристам пропонує Закопане – найвідоміший гірський курорт Польщі

Source: UNIAN (General) · Published: 2026-06-19T13:10:00+00:00

Гірське курортне містечко Закопане має репутацію "польського Буковелю". Втім, на відміну від свого українського "родича", це місце пропонує чимало можливостей для пішохідного туризму і бюджетного відпочинку без зайвого пафосу. Більше про літній відпочинок у Закопаному з власного досвіду розповість УНІАН.Туризм.

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Trump lashes out Iran deal critics as US official claims Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreed – Middle East crisis live

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-19T13:03:31+00:00

US official tells Reuters news agency that ceasefire has been agreed and has now come into effectInside the city of grief hit hardest by Israel strikes on southern LebanonAs the procession wound its way through mounds of rubble, the crowd chanted and beat their chests, their lamentations echoed by the dull thud of shelling in the foothills just beyond the city. Continue reading...

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