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27 Jun 2026
28m

UN says over 50,000 missing after Venezuela quakes

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Global News Podcast

Venezuela faces a severe humanitarian crisis following devastating twin earthquakes that have left over 900 people dead and 50,000 missing, overwhelming the nation's fragile infrastructure. Simultaneously, geopolitical tensions have escalated as the United States launched retaliatory strikes against Iranian targets following a drone attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. In scientific developments, new seismic data from Mars reveals complex, ancient magma systems that suggest the planet once possessed conditions capable of sustaining life and potential mineral resources. Meanwhile, record-breaking heatwaves across Europe, linked to climate change, have forced the cancellation of major public events. Additionally, former national security adviser John Bolton has pleaded guilty to mishandling classified information, while the cultural legacy of the Spice Girls continues to be recognized for its transformative impact on the global music industry and female representation.

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