Google Maps has improved its pronunciation of Māori placenames in New Zealand following years of complaints from users. Te reo Māori is the country's second most widely spoken language after English. The update addresses longstanding criticism that the app had been mispronouncing indigenous geographic names.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi signed over 120 cooperation memoranda in Delhi on Thursday, committing to $12.4 billion in joint investments. The agreements cover artificial intelligence, defence, energy and strategic raw materials.
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The European Committee of the Regions unanimously adopted a position on the EU's Common Agricultural Policy for 2028–2034. It called for a stronger role for local and regional authorities in shaping the policy. Placing farmers at the centre of planning was identified as the key priority.
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Iga Świątek beat Karolína Plíšková 6:1, 6:3 to advance to the third round of Wimbledon. After the match she was asked about Martina Navratilova's glowing praise of her performance. Świątek admitted she had some reservations about how highly to rate her own play, but said she was satisfied with her focus and consistency on court.
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Samsung has launched a mobile repair service in which technicians travel by boat to reach customers and fix their phones on-site. The initiative targets people living in hard-to-reach locations, including waterside communities. The unconventional approach is designed to boost Samsung's after-sales service reputation.
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The third season of the action anime Jujutsu Kaisen, subtitled The Culling Game Part 1, is coming to Netflix on July 22. The first two seasons and the prequel film Jujutsu Kaisen 0 are already available on the platform.
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Guillaume Broche, president of Sandfall Interactive, says he doesn't particularly care whether the studio's next game matches the massive success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. He says the priority is for the team to keep making games they love, even at the risk of losing some fans who expect a similar follow-up.
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Anna Lewandowska posted a candid message on social media admitting she fears the family's move to the US following her husband Robert Lewandowski's transfer to Chicago Fire. The club's coach, in an interview published by Kanał Sportowy, promised the club would look after not just the player but his entire family to help Anna feel at home in Chicago. Lewandowski's move to MLS is among the biggest transfers in the league's history.
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has closed its 2022 preliminary evaluation into unexpected deceleration affecting approximately 695,000 Tesla vehicles. No detailed reasons for closing the investigation were provided.
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Archaeologists in Kraków have uncovered the remains of an old city wall. The discovery was made on 2 July 2026. The find is expected to shed new light on the history of Kraków's medieval fortifications, though detailed findings have not yet been published.
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Russian authorities accused Ukraine of a second drone strike in a month on a passenger bus travelling from Belarus to southern Russia. The attack occurred near the Russian-Belarusian border. Moscow has consistently blamed Kyiv for strikes on civilian vehicles along this route.
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Pelargoniums bloom most abundantly in summer when spent flower heads and dry leaves are removed regularly. They need watering every 2–3 days during heat, a potassium-phosphorus fertiliser every 10–14 days, and a sunny or partly shaded spot. Oversized pots, overwatering or nitrogen-heavy fertilisers promote leafy growth at the expense of flowers.
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Choosing a suitcase involves more than just size and looks — material, wheel type, locks and intended use all matter. For air travel, airline weight and dimension limits are key considerations, while family trips demand capacity and durability. A well-matched bag can significantly improve the overall travel experience.
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A new drug from Roche has set a new standard of care for KRAS-driven lung cancer, one of the most common and hard-to-treat mutations in oncology. KRAS was long considered an "undruggable" target. The full findings are reported by STAT News behind its STAT+ paywall.
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Three major blockchain networks — Ethereum, Solana and Cardano — are set to undergo significant protocol upgrades (hard forks) in the second half of 2025. The industry's focus is increasingly shifting from token price speculation to strengthening underlying protocol fundamentals. The upgrades aim to improve scalability, security and network efficiency.
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Jordan Mechner, creator of the 1989 game Prince of Persia, is releasing a new graphic novel titled "Liberty" timed to America's 250th anniversary on July 4th. The project tells the story of the United States' fight for independence, blending Mechner's research-driven approach with cinematic adventure storytelling. Pages from the book have been revealed ahead of publication.
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In-N-Out Burger, the beloved West Coast fast-food chain, has announced plans to open six new restaurants across five US states. The company currently operates more than 430 locations nationwide. No specific states or opening dates were named in the announcement.
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Hernan Gil was pulled alive from the rubble eight days after devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela. Rescuers cheered and embraced each other as he was carried out on a stretcher and loaded into a waiting ambulance. His survival is being hailed as a remarkable feat amid the ongoing disaster.
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Hungarian Marton Fucsovics defeated American Learner Tien in the second round of Wimbledon. The result was overshadowed by Tien's unusual behaviour during the match — the American began eating on the court mid-play. The incident sparked considerable discussion among fans and commentators.
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The proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is entering a critical antitrust phase in Europe, with the UK holding the key to David Ellison meeting his September deadline. Ellison met with UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy in January to lay the groundwork for the deal, even as Paramount competed with Netflix as a preferred bidder for WBD.
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Crystal Rose, a Missouri-born singer based in Nashville, is creating a community of genre-defying Black female artists in Music City. She deliberately avoids being labelled an R&B or soul singer, instead pursuing a "cloudy" sound that crosses genre boundaries.
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Hackers have breached a Homeland Security intelligence-sharing network, according to a top Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee, who warned the accessed information may pose a national security risk. This marks another cyberattack on US government infrastructure.
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