Wildfires in southern Turkey leave four dead
CNN's Arwa Damon reports from Manavgat, Turkey, where wildfires have killed four people.
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NASA's Insight Lander reveals new data about Mars
Three years after NASA's Insight Lander arrived on Mars, its data reveals that Mars is larger, lighter and has a more liquid core than previously thought. CNN's Kristin Fisher reports.
Biden Says Federal Workers Must Attest to COVID-19 Vaccination Status
President Joe Biden says that all federal employees will have to attest to their COVID-19 vaccination status, and those who are unvaccinated will face numerous restrictions. This comes as major U.S. businesses require employee vaccinations, and as U.S.
600 tons of marine life have washed up on Florida's shores
Red tide, a toxic algae bloom, has killed more than 600 tons of marine life in Florida. CNN's Nick Valencia reports that the Florida government and environmentalists are at odds over the cause of the bloom.
Vaccine holdouts causing frustration for the vaccinated
As stricter rules and mask mandates return, frustration is building particularly among those who are fully vaccinated against coronavirus. CNN's Dan Simon reports how some California residents say they feel they're being punished for the inaction of others.
‘Our homeland is burning’: Volunteers join Siberia wildfire fight
Byas-Kyuel (Russia) (AFP) – With Russian firefighters and emergency services struggling, hundreds of volunteers have joined the efforts to contain the blazes scorching the Siberian region of Yakutia’s legendary vast northern forests known as the taiga.
US says first flight of Afghan interpreters arrives in country
Kabul (AFP) – America’s top diplomat in Afghanistan, Ross Wilson, says that the first flight carrying Afghans who worked as interpreters for American troops has arrived in the US, the start of an operation to evacuate thousands from possible Taliban retaliation.
In Spain, dozens of villages struggle for drinking water
Lastras de Cuéllar (Spain) (AFP) – Across Spain, dozens of villages do not have access to drinkable water due to agricultural pollution, a lack of water quality controls and drought. Residents have no alternative but to purchase bottled water for their everyday needs.
Native Americans bring totem pole outside Capitol to raise awareness
Washington (AFP) – A 25-foot totem pole carved by Native American artists is displayed on the National Mall in Washington, DC, during a ceremony attended by tribal leaders and US Interior Secretary Deb Haaland.
Bars in San Francisco start requesting proof of vaccination
San Francisco (AFP) – Many San Francisco bars and restaurants have begun asking customers to provide proof of full vaccination or a negative Covid-19 test result before entering the premises.
Deceivingly real: Street art by Cosimo "Cheone" Caiffa
The Italian street artist sprays walls and entire buildings with hyper realistic motifs. His trademark: he incorporates the surroundings into his work, creating stunning 3D images.
Sasha Frolova's eccentric latex art
Russian artist Sasha Frolova designs unique Latex costumes, and large-scale sculptures. She also takes to the stage in her self-made outfits.
