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Dead whales surface on Japan shore amid tsunami warnings

A drone recorded images of four whale carcasses that were found stranded off the coast of Tateyama, Japan, Reuters reported. This follows tsunami warnings in several parts of Japan. The video contains disturbing images.

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Dead whales surface on Japan shore amid tsunami warnings

A drone recorded images of four whale carcasses that were found stranded off the coast of Tateyama, Japan, Reuters reported. This follows tsunami warnings in several parts of Japan. The video contains disturbing images.

00:44 - Source: CNN
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Showdown looms off Venezuelan Coast

A US Navy fleet is heading toward Venezuela in a major escalation aimed at curbing drug trafficking allegedly linked to President Nicolás Maduro. As tensions rise, Maduro calls on Venezuelans to prepare for a possible invasion. CNN’s Patrick Oppmann explains.

01:49 - Source: CNN
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Healthcare workers and journalists killed in Gaza hospital strike

The Nasser Hospital Complex in southern Gaza was hit by two Israeli strikes on Monday, killing healthcare workers and journalists working with multiple news outlets. At least 20 people were killed in the back-to-back strikes and many others injured, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health.

01:11 - Source: CNN
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Gazan music teacher uses drone sound to teach kids

Despite months of Israeli assault on Gaza, Ahmed Abu Amsha, who teaches at the American International School and the Edward Said National Conservatory of Music, has continued music classes and now works as a coordinator of music activity in a displacement camp in Gaza City. Amsha has become an internet sensation after he posted a video of him using drone sounds to teach children.

01:15 - Source: CNN
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Trump gloats about his relationship with Kim Jong Un

President Donald Trump discusses his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during an executive order signing ceremony in the Oval Office expressing interest in meeting the authoritarian leader at some point in the future.

01:02 - Source: CNN
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Typhoon Kajiki forces mass evacuation in Vietnam, shuts China’s Sanya

Videos show strong winds and heavy rain brought by Typhoon Kajiki battering Vietnam and China’s Hainan province.

01:03 - Source: CNN
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Israel strikes Yemen after Houthi attack

Israel struck Yemen on Sunday using more than 10 fighter jets following Houthi rebels firing a new type of missile at Israel on Friday.

00:51 - Source: CNN
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Evacuations underway in Napa County due to Pickett Fire

Some evacuations are underway in Napa County, California, due to the Pickett Fire that has now burned 6,531 acres and is only 11% contained.

00:20 - Source: CNN
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Latest wave of guerrilla violence shakes Colombia

A police helicopter was downed hours before an explosion detonated near a military base in western Colombia in what authorities are calling "terrorist attacks."

00:54 - Source: CNN
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US Navy deploys near Venezuela

The Trump Administration is deploying Navy ships and troops to the Caribbean in what it says is an effort to contain the threat from drug trafficking groups. CNN’s Patrick Oppmann on what this means for Nicolas Maduro, the embattled Venezuelan President.

00:55 - Source: CNN
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Russians rally around the flag for soldiers on the frontlines

AK-47 demos, "trench candle" making and sock knitting were some of the activities citizens participated in during Russia's national flag day. CNN's Fred Pleitgen reports from Moscow at an event that encouraged patriotism to aid Russia's efforts on the frontline.

01:10 - Source: CNN
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UK to pay $4M to Kenyan forest fire victims

The British government has agreed to pay almost $4 million to more than 7,000 Kenyans affected by a 2021 fire started during a military training exercise but won't accept liability for the incident. Locals say the blaze caused lasting health problems, destroyed property, and damaged the environment.

01:30 - Source: CNN
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Man-made famine confirmed in Gaza, UN-backed initiative says

Parts of Gaza are officially experiencing a “man-made” famine, according to a report by a United Nations-backed initiative. Israeli authorities rejected the report, saying it “relies on partial, biased data and superficial information originating from Hamas.” Meanwhile testimony and images from aid groups and the UN show malnutrition has been present in Gaza for months.

02:10 - Source: CNN
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Israel approves plan to 'erase' Palestinian state

Israel has given final approval to expand a massive settlement project known as E1, that will effectively slice the occupied West Bank in half. It's been widely condemned by countries such as Britain, Canada and France, calling it a "flagrant violation of international law" and an end to the idea of a Palestinian state. Israeli settlements in the West Bank are considered illegal under international law. CNN’s Nic Robertson visits Palestinian communities who would be forcibly displaced by the plan and explains why it is so controversial.

02:17 - Source: CNN
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Three parallels from history ahead of possible Ukraine peace talks

After this week’s diplomatic dance between world leaders over the Russia-Ukraine war, the world has been eagerly waiting for the announcement of a face-to-face summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. While the meeting has not been confirmed yet, the possibility of peace talks has revived memories of three key moments in 20th century diplomatic history. CNN’s Nathan Hodge explains.

01:45 - Source: CNN
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French Streamer dies during online extreme challenge

French streamer Jean Pormanove, real name Raphaël Graven, died during a nearly 12-day streaming challenge. Before this livestream, he regularly endured shocking scenes of alleged humiliation and abuse at the hands of fellow streamers, whose lawyers claim the incidents were scripted or consented to.

01:33 - Source: CNN
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Russia launches largest drone and missile attack in more than a month

According to Ukrainian authorities, Russia launched its largest drone and missile attack on Ukraine in more than a month. The attack comes just days after US President Donald Trump met with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, followed by a summit with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders.

00:34 - Source: CNN
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Israeli reservists are burning out

One reservist tells CNN's Oren Liebermann he won’t return after more than 300 days deployed in Gaza. A new study shows about 40% of reservists feel less motivated to serve, and Israel’s top general warns of burnout as the military prepares to call up 60,000 more troops for a prolonged Gaza City offensive.

01:53 - Source: CNN