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Western University - Western key hub for Horizon Europe-funded project studying disabling chronic illness
Western University is the only institution outside Europe to participate in a Horizon Europe-funded project, DISCOVER-ME, which aims to improve diagnosis and accelerate treatment development for myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). The project is led by MedUni Vienna and funded by the European Union's Horizon Europe program, receiving $12,171,525 CAD. Researchers, including Western's chief AI officer Mark Daley and Dr. Douglas Fraser, will investigate the biological mechanisms underlying the disease and support the development of more targeted approaches to care. The project will collect and analyze clinical and biological data from over 700 MECFS patients and nearly 200 control participants, alongside 2,000 detailed clinical datasets.
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MediaTek, Samsung achieve 3Tx 5-layer uplink breakthrough
Taiwan's MediaTek and Samsung have successfully tested a 3x 5-layer uplink configuration using their respective 5G modem platforms and advanced network technology. The test resulted in a total uplink throughput of 670 Mbps, enabling richer cloud and immersive experiences. The collaboration between MediaTe and Samsung aims to set the pace for enhanced uplink performance. The technology will be used in next-generation industry innovation.
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Madonna Proves the Dance Floor Isn’t Dead on Transcendent 'Confessions II,' Her Best Album in Decades: Review
Madonna's 15th album, Confessions II, is set to be released on July 3. The album, a follow-up to 2005's landmark Confessions on a Dancefloor, celebrates dance music's history and evokes her most seminal eras. It includes tracks such as "I Feel So Free" and "Danceteria," which she describes as a ritualistic space where movement replaces language. The Queen of Pop masterfully employs all the signatures (genre blending; wake-up-with-them-head hooks; sex; religious and celestial overtones) of a classic Madonna record. The final track is "The Test," a candid mother-daughter conversation with her firstborn, Lola Leon.
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Mourners gather on Tehran streets ahead of Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral as global envoys prepare to attend
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged citizens of all backgrounds to join the procession to present a unified front to the global community. The funeral of Ayatollah Khamenei, the late leader who died during an air strike, is set to take place in multiple major cities across Iran and Iraq, including Tehran, Qom, and Mashhad, alongside Najaf and Karbala. The ceremony comes more than four months after the death of Khamenei. The security environment remains heightened following statements from regional adversaries, including Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz, who said that the leader was “marked for death". Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that any operational threat directed against the current leadership would face immediate retaliation. High-ranking military commanders have warned external forces against executing any aggressive actions during the mourning period.
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Court orders Trump administration to rehire fired intelligence officers
A federal appeals court has ordered the Trump administration to rehire intelligence officers fired over their temporary assignments working on diversity issues. The court ruled that the CIA and the National Intelligence Director’s Office failed to abide by their own regulations when they fired 19 career intelligence officers. The lawyers representing the officers argued that their actions were inconsistent and should have been reassigned to new duties instead of being penalized for jobs previously ordered by the previous administration. The ruling was welcomed by Kevin Carroll, the lawyer representing the intelligence officers, who said they were gratified by the court's decision. The Trump administration is likely to appeal the ruling.
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How Securitize Is Using Solana and Avalanche to Tokenize $295 Million in Shares
Securitize, a leading provider in tokenized securities, has used Solana and Avalanche blockchains to tokenize $295 million worth of its own shares on the Solana or Avalanche networks ahead of its debut on the New York Stock Exchange. The move demonstrates how blockchain infrastructure can be integrated into regulated financial markets while maintaining compliance with existing securities laws. Unlike previous tokenized stock products, these shares are directly linked to the company’s official capitalization table and therefore represent actual ownership interests in the company. This distinction makes it significantly more meaningful than creating blockchain-based versions of publicly traded stocks. The announcement has attracted significant attention across both the crypto and traditional finance industries. Despite the promise of tokenized equity, there are still challenges in the industry including regulatory regulation and ongoing development of interoperability between blockchain networks.
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Trump says 'ridiculous' for US to maintain current support for NATO
The United States has been criticised by President Donald Trump for maintaining its "one-sided" relationship with NATO, which is not reciprocal. This comes a week before a NATO summit in Ankara. The president has previously criticized European allies for their response to the Iran war, particularly their lack of transparency.
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Record Nine African Nations Reach Round of 32 New York, June 28 (ANI): African football has achieved a historic milestone at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with a record nine of the continent's 10 participating teams advancing to the Round of 32, eclipsing the previous best of two African teams reaching the knockout stage in a single tournament. The nine teams to progress are Morocco, South Africa, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Egypt, Algeria, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Cape Verde, while Tunisia became the only African side to exit at the group stage. The achievement marks a dramatic leap from the previous record set at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, when Algeria and Nigeria were the only African teams to qualify for the knockout rounds. Before this edition, only six African nations had ever reached the World Cup knockout stage. Algeria secured qualification in dramatic fashion after a thrilling 3-3 draw against Austria. With the score tied 2-2 deep into stoppage time, captain Riyad Mahrez appeared to have sealed victory with a late goal before Austria equalised with virtually the final kick of the match. The draw proved sufficient for both sides to progress. The Democratic Republic of Congo created history by recording its first-ever FIFA World Cup victory, rallying from behind to defeat Uzbekistan 3-1. The win secured the nation's maiden appearance in the knockout stage, where it will face England in the Round of 32. Cape Verde continued its remarkable debut World Cup campaign by advancing despite not winning a single group-stage match. A goalless draw against Saudi Arabia, following earlier stalemates against Spain and Uruguay, ensured qualification. The Blue Sharks became the first team since Chile in the 1998 World Cup to progress from the group stage without registering a victory. Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha also entered the record books. At 40 years of age, he became only the third goalkeeper in FIFA World Cup history, after Peter Shilton of England and Italy's Dino Zoff, to record multiple clean sheets after turning 40. Morocco, which became the first African nation to reach a World Cup semifinal at Qatar 2022, has once again impressed by emerging as one of the tournament's strongest contenders, including a notable 1-1 draw against Brazil during the group stage. Africa's record-breaking success stands in contrast to Asia's representation in the Round of 32, where only Japan and Australia progressed. Australia qualified through the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) qualifying campaign.
A record nine African football teams have reached the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026, surpassing the previous record set at the 2014 FIFA Cup in Brazil. The top teams to progress include Morocco, South Africa, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Egypt, Algeria, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Cape Verde. Tunisia was the only African team to exit at the group stage. This achievement marks a significant leap from the previous best of two African teams reaching the knockout stage in a single tournament. Prior to this edition, only six African nations had ever reached the World Cup knockout stage. The success of African football contrasts with Asia's representation in the round of 32, where only Japan and Australia progressed.
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AP News Summary at 11:47 p.m. EDT
The Vatican has excommunicated bishops and priests from a traditionalist society that consecrated bishops without the pope's consent, and warned its followers of severe sanctions. Former Olympian David Hearn has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The FBI has asked its field offices across the country to dedicate more than 200 staffers to its 2020 election investigation in Georgia. Iran's joint military command has warned that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz to use its approved routes or face a "forceful response". The Vatican has also excommuned the Society of St. Pius X, which has formally broken with the Catholic Church and it has warned its faithful they could face harsh sanctions.
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Pro-Palestinian protesters convicted of misdemeanor charges in 2024 Golden Gate Bridge protest
A San Francisco jury convicted seven protesters who blocked traffic on the Golden Gate Bridge in 2024 pro-Palestinian protest against Israel's war in Gaza. The jury failed to reach a verdict on the most serious charge of felony conspiracy, which could result in a sentence of up to five years in a county jail. The defendants will be sentenced in August. The protest, which led to large-scale demonstrations in the U.S. in 1924, demanded an end to Israel's conflict in Gaza and Washington's support for its ally, and called for the divestment of funds by universities from companies supporting Israel. Defense attorneys argued that the protesters were acting out of a moral responsibility to oppose the devastation from Israel’s war in Gaz.
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Vietnam's H1 Coffee Exports Are Up - But Falling Prices May Mean More Beans, Less Profit
Vietnam's coffee export surge in January was strong on volume, but may be weaker on value. For the first four months of 2026, export value has fallen 7% to $3.69 billion, while shipments rose by 15.8%. This does not necessarily mean more profit coming back for the country. However, when volume increases but revenue falls, usually the focus is usually price. This is more of a volume story than a profit story, with Vietnam's increasing role in global coffee supply. The supply backdrop is becoming clearer as USDA predicts Vietnam will produce 32.5 million bags in 2026/27, up 2.5% and robusta production up 3%. Exports are expected to grow to 28.95 million bags, up 1.6%. Domestic consumption is also expected to rise. Despite this, investors should not confuse steady demand with pricing power.
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