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Kingirangi Johnson Karanga, a recent parolee, was sentenced to an additional 18 months in prison after holding a gun to his ex-partner in West Auckland, while her toddler walked into the room, urging him to leave. Judge Rebecca Guthrie highlighted the victim's vulnerability during the incident, which influenced the decision to stack the new sentence on top of his existing one for violating parole. Need More Context? 🔎

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano is erupting spectacularly, with lava fountains reaching 1,000 feet as part of "Episode 26" at Halemaʻumaʻu crater, according to the USGS. The eruption began on June 20, 2025, and is confined to the crater area, prompting a code orange volcano watch due to potential hazards including volcanic gas emissions and ground instability. Need More Context? 🔎

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Donald Trump's recent military strikes on Iran mark a significant escalation in his foreign policy, following Israel's intervention in nuclear negotiations, which he now aligns with against Iran. While Trump seeks to assert power and potentially influence the outcome of the conflict, the unpredictability of Iran's response and the differing objectives between him and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu complicate the situation and could impact Trump's presidency. Need More Context? 🔎

Two people, including a bride, were shot dead and three others injured at a wedding reception in Goult, France, after four masked gunmen opened fire as the newlyweds were leaving. The groom, who was known to police for criminal activity, reportedly struck one attacker with his car during their escape, while police are investigating potential drug-related motives. Need More Context? 🔎

US President Donald Trump warned Iran against retaliating to recent American airstrikes on its nuclear facilities, claiming that further attacks would lead to unprecedented tragedy for Iran. He emphasized the success of the strikes on key sites and stated that Iran must choose peace or face greater military action, as tensions rise following Israel's involvement in the conflict. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Trump told Iran to stop being mean and fighting back...