A Texas woman's $83.5 million lottery win is on hold as state officials investigate the Jackpocket app she used to buy her ticket. Despite complying with all rules, the winner has yet to receive her payout, raising concerns about the legality of lottery courier services.
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US President Trump and Russian President Putin agreed on a 30-day ceasefire targeting energy and infrastructure in Russia and Ukraine, with talks for a broader peace plan to start immediately. Ukrainian President Zelensky remains firm on non-negotiable sovereignty and Russia returning seized land, while European and British leaders emphasize strengthening Ukraine's position for lasting peace.
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South Sudan has closed all schools for two weeks due to an extreme heatwave, with temperatures reaching 42 degrees Celsius. The heat has caused students to collapse, prompting calls to amend the school calendar. Most schools lack cooling systems, worsening the crisis. The fragile health system and economic struggles, including disrupted oil exports, add to the challenges. Civil groups criticize the government for poor planning.
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