2 days of clashes and revenge killings in Syria leave more than 600 people dead

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Receiving a cancer diagnosis is life-altering, and for patients like Thomas in Perth, the financial burden of traveling long distances for radiation therapy exacerbates their struggles. Despite treatment being available nearby in Midland, a lack of public-private partnerships forces patients to endure hardships, emphasizing the urgent need for local, bulk-billed therapy options to alleviate unnecessary stress during treatment. Need More Context? 🔎

A second shark bite incident occurred on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, at Coligny Beach Park, resulting in leg lacerations for the victim, who was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. This follows a similar incident earlier in the week; overall, there were 28 unprovoked shark bites reported in the U.S. last year, with South Carolina recording two. Need More Context? 🔎

Russia and China condemned the recent US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites as "unjustified" and "unprovoked," warning of potential broader conflict and urging a return to diplomacy. Amid rising tensions, Iran retaliated with missile strikes on a US base in Qatar, while Russian officials expressed frustration with perceived inaction from Moscow and Beijing. Need More Context? 🔎

A major fire has erupted at the derelict Hotspur Press building near Oxford Road station in Manchester, leading to the evacuation of nearby apartments and significant disruption to train services. Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service is on scene with 20 fire engines, combating flames that have engulfed three floors of the building, while residents are advised to stay clear of the area. Need More Context? 🔎

A total of 145 people were assaulted with syringes during France's Fete de la Musique festival, leading to 12 arrests and investigations into the incidents. Social media calls for syringe attacks prompted heightened police presence, with some victims hospitalized for toxicology tests, while authorities are working to identify additional assailants following reports of widespread assaults across various cities. Need More Context? 🔎