Earth reaches aphelion on July 6 at 152 million km from the Sun

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Earth reaches aphelion on July 6 at 152 million km from the Sun

On 6 July 2026 at around 17:30 UTC, Earth reaches aphelion – its farthest point from the Sun this year – at 152,087,774 km. In January's perihelion, that distance was 147,099,895 km, a difference of nearly 5 million km. The aphelion does not significantly affect summer temperatures in the Northern Hemisphere, as seasons are driven by Earth's axial tilt, not its distance from the Sun.

National Geographic PL · 2h ago · Source ↗

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SuperNori AI assistant plans shopping, leisure and runs your vacuum cleaner

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SuperNori AI assistant plans shopping, leisure and runs your vacuum cleaner

SuperNori is a new AI system designed for households, aiming to help with shopping, leisure planning and controlling home appliances such as robot vacuums. Its creators seek to differentiate it from AI tools aimed at professionals or simple entertainment. The product enters the market as a response to the lack of integrated family-focused AI solutions.

Can an integrated AI assistant replace traditional household management?

Focus.pl · 3min ago · Source ↗

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Rhythm Heaven Groove scores 8/10 — readers asked to rate it

Nintendo has released Rhythm Heaven Groove, the latest entry in its quirky rhythm game series, for the Switch. Nintendo Life awarded it 8/10, calling it a worthy swansong for the console. Readers are now invited to submit their own score in a poll.

Does Rhythm Heaven Groove deserve its 8/10 review score?

Nintendo Life · 3min ago · Source ↗

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Music in Wajda's films: how the director carefully shaped his soundtracks

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Music in Wajda's films: how the director carefully shaped his soundtracks

Andrzej Wajda claimed he knew nothing about music and preferred silence, yet his films tell a different story — music was deeply intertwined with his imagery. The director carefully selected composers and soundtracks, treating music as a fully equal element of film narrative. Few filmmakers managed to blend image and sound as skilfully as Wajda.

Is music more important than dialogue in Wajda's films?

Rzeczpospolita · 3min ago · Source ↗

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Is Africa ready for El Niño? Experts warn of drought and floods ahead

A strong El Niño expected later this year could bring drought, floods and mass displacement to parts of Africa. Experts say the warning signs are clear but question whether governments will act in time to prevent disaster. Regions already vulnerable to extreme weather are seen as most at risk.

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SpaceX president Gwynne Shotwell to donate company stock to Trump Accounts

SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell has announced she will donate company stock to Donald Trump's savings account programme, known as Trump Accounts. Trump said last week on CNBC that he expected SpaceX CEO Elon Musk to donate stock to the initiative. Shotwell is the first SpaceX executive to publicly commit to the donation.

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CNBC · 4min ago · Source ↗

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Jordan Henderson injured while celebrating — to miss rest of tournament

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Jordan Henderson injured while celebrating — to miss rest of tournament

Jordan Henderson suffered a serious injury while celebrating after England's match victory, ruling him out for the rest of the tournament. The circumstances are unusual — the midfielder was hurt not during play, but in the post-match celebrations. His absence is a significant blow for England's hopes.

Will Henderson's absence significantly weaken the England squad?

WP SportoweFakty · 5min ago · Source ↗

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Norway Stuns Brazil at World Cup — Haaland and Nyland Hailed as Heroes

Norway pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the World Cup by eliminating Brazil in the round of 16. Erling Haaland scored twice and goalkeeper Orjan Nyland was outstanding, with both players hailed as national heroes by Norwegian media. Coach Stale Solbakken's squad has written itself into football history, according to unanimous local coverage.

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Ukrainian drones hit two fuel tankers heading to Crimea across the Sea of Azov

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Ukrainian drones hit two fuel tankers heading to Crimea across the Sea of Azov

Ukrainian drones struck two fuel tankers on the Sea of Azov during the night of 5–6 July, the commander of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces, Robert "Madziar" Browdi, confirmed. The vessels were travelling from the area of Taganrog towards Crimea. The attack targeted fuel supply routes to the occupied peninsula.

Are attacks on fuel tankers an effective strategy to weaken Russian forces in Crimea?

Onet Wiadomości · 7min ago · Source ↗

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Noah Wyle: 'The Pitt' Could Be a Blueprint for Bringing Production Back to L.A.

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Noah Wyle: 'The Pitt' Could Be a Blueprint for Bringing Production Back to L.A.

Actor Noah Wyle argues that his series "The Pitt," filmed in Los Angeles, could serve as a replicable model to attract other productions back to California. Film and TV production in L.A. has sharply declined in recent years, despite California raising its annual tax incentive programme to $750 million. The issue has become a major topic in both the L.A. mayoral race and the California gubernatorial campaign.

Are tax incentives enough to bring film production back to Los Angeles?

Deadline · 33min ago · Source ↗

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Paulina Krupińska Holidays in Mazury with 10-Year-Old Daughter Antonina

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Paulina Krupińska Holidays in Mazury with 10-Year-Old Daughter Antonina

TV presenter Paulina Krupińska spent the first week of her summer holiday in the Mazury lake district, sharing photos of the forests and lakes. Among the images was a snapshot with her 10-year-old daughter Antonina. Krupińska gave fans a glimpse of her older child's current appearance.

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Children's Oncology Merger in Zabrze Leaves Brain Tumour Patients Without Specialist

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Children's Oncology Merger in Zabrze Leaves Brain Tumour Patients Without Specialist

The hospital in Zabrze has written to parents warning that following the merger of its children's oncology ward with the one in Katowice, it cannot accommodate all young patients. The facility currently lacks a specialist with the necessary experience in treating childhood brain tumours. Parents of affected children will likely be referred to hospitals in Kraków or Warsaw.

Was merging the children's oncology wards in Zabrze and Katowice a mistake?

TVN24 · 34min ago · Source ↗

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Khamenei's Burial Delayed for Months, Breaking Islamic Custom

The remains of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei were preserved for several months rather than buried promptly, contradicting Islamic custom that requires swift interment. Iran's government confirmed the delay, while Islamic scholars suggest it was driven by political and security considerations. The case has sparked debate about the intersection of political power and religious practice in Iran.

Were Iranian authorities justified in delaying Khamenei's burial for political reasons?

NYT World · 35min ago · Source ↗

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1995 Stillen SMZ 300ZX Review: Nissan's Z Upgraded by Millen

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1995 Stillen SMZ 300ZX Review: Nissan's Z Upgraded by Millen

The 1995 Stillen SMZ is a tuned version of the Nissan 300ZX, built by racing driver Steve Millen's aftermarket company. The package adds suspension, bodywork and exhaust upgrades aimed at boosting performance and aesthetics. The road test evaluates whether Millen's modifications genuinely improve on Nissan's already capable sports coupe.

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Car and Driver · 38min ago · Source ↗

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Russia's Sberbank Plans Crypto Wallet in Its App by Early December

Russia's largest bank, Sberbank, is targeting an early December 2025 launch for a crypto wallet and digital depository integrated into its Sber apps. The rollout is contingent on Russia passing new digital asset legislation. The move reflects a broader Russian push to regulate and institutionalise cryptocurrency use.

Should a Russian state bank be allowed to offer crypto wallet services?

The Block · 43min ago · Source ↗

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Airline crew left 100 passengers' luggage behind to save fuel on Egypt flight

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Airline crew left 100 passengers' luggage behind to save fuel on Egypt flight

The crew of a flight returning from Egypt deliberately left the luggage of all 100 passengers behind at the airport without warning them, citing insufficient fuel for a safe flight with the extra weight. Passengers only discovered what had happened after landing at their home airport.

Is leaving passengers' luggage behind without warning an acceptable crew decision?

WP Turystyka · 1h ago · Source ↗

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