Gaza rocket strike kills toddler in northern Gaza
In northern Gaza a Palestinian rocket exploded over territory killing a 3 year old girl and wounding three. Israel says militants fired five rockets toward it. rockets were shot down and some landed in Gaza. Israel responded with airstrikes targeting launchers and a production facility. Palestinian officials report two wounded. Meanwhile in South Korea two more dead in Ansan ferry disaster, 73 students survive and return to class amid grief.
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Obama says climate steps show progress in second term
President Obama framed climate action as momentum building after unveiling his plan last year. He cited emissions limits on power plants, renewable projects, and green incentives moving forward despite congressional opposition, warning real change will take time and continued effort.
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Federal appeals court rules gays have right to marry
A 10th U S Circuit panel in Denver ruled by 2 to 1 that states cannot deny marriage to same sex couples and upheld Utah’s ban strike down. The decision applies to Colorado Kansas New Mexico Oklahoma Utah Wyoming and pauses for appeal. The ruling follows a string of lower court wins and comes as Indiana also voids its same sex marriage ban.
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West demands Putin prove seriousness on Ukrainian peace
Moscow announces it renounces the right to deploy troops and backs a peace plan but Washington and allies warn Russia must do more to halt fighting in eastern Ukraine. A fragile cease-fire expires Friday as Ukraine signs a pivotal EU trade pact, amid ongoing clashes with Moscow backed separatists. Kerry, Berlin leader, and NATO chief urge Putin to back peace through action.
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Explosion at Abuja mall kills 21 in World Cup time
Islamic extremists blamed for a blast at Emab Plaza in Abuja killing 21 and wounding 17. Police said 17 vehicles burned. witnesses described a chaotic scene as the World Cup match against Argentina loomed. Government spokesman Mike Omeri urged calm amid ongoing insurgent attacks in northeast Nigeria.
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