Yemen’s government says the Houthi group has turned Iranian air defense weapons into cruise missiles that can track heat and pose risks to civilian and humanitarian aircraft over Yemen and the Red Sea. The Houthis have recently increased missile and drone attacks against Saudi Arabia amid renewed fighting in Yemen after a ceasefire broke down.
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Yemen’s government accuses the Houthis of modifying Iranian air defense weapons into loitering cruise missiles with Iran's help.
These missiles are said to track heat and cannot tell military targets from civilian ones.
The Houthis have launched missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia’s Taif, Yanbu, and Riyadh areas.
Saudi Arabia intercepted six ballistic missiles aimed at these locations recently.
The Houthis control parts of Yemen’s Red Sea coast, including the city of Mocha and Mayyun Island near the Bab al-Mandeb strait.
In July, the Houthis announced a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia in the Red Sea.
The Red Sea is a key oil export route for Saudi Arabia, especially after the Strait of Hormuz was closed during past conflicts.
Yemen’s government calls for international action to protect civil aviation and safe navigation in the region’s airspace and waters.
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Alex Durand and Tom Carles, known as AT Frenchies, talk about their new book "Pardon Our French," which explores life between France and the United States. They share ideas about what makes Parisians happy and how their two cultures shape their friendship and experiences.
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Alex Durand and Tom Carles are childhood friends and internet personalities called AT Frenchies.
They co-wrote a book titled "Pardon Our French."
The book talks about their lives between France and the US.
They discuss what makes people in Paris happy.
The conversation highlights the connection between French and American cultures.
The interview is part of the France-based show "Entre Nous."
The show covers various topics about French culture and society.
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Lindsay Clancy is going back to court for a hearing to decide if she will have a second trial for the deaths of her three children. Her first trial ended without a verdict because the jury could not agree.
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Lindsay Clancy is involved in a case about the deaths of her three children.
Her first trial ended on September 4 with a mistrial because the jury was divided 11 to 1 for acquittal.
A mistrial means there was no final decision on guilt or innocence.
Clancy admitted to killing her children.
Her lawyer said she had postpartum psychosis, a rare mental condition after childbirth.
The condition made her delusional and not responsible for her actions.
The upcoming hearing will decide if a new trial will happen.
Clancy worked as a labor and delivery nurse before the case.
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Jonathan McKinsey, the director of engineering for New York Times Games, was shot and killed by his elderly in-laws in a parking lot in California on Saturday. Police are investigating the incident.
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Jonathan McKinsey worked as the director of engineering for New York Times Games.
He was fatally shot on a Saturday in California.
The shooting occurred in a parking lot.
The suspects were his elderly in-laws.
Police are handling the investigation.
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Iran-linked Houthi fighters in Yemen have won control of key areas on the Red Sea coast, raising questions about Iran’s role in the conflict. Iran denies directly controlling the Houthis but supports ending the war and offers help to resolve it.
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The Houthis, a Yemeni group backed by Iran, gained control over important coastal areas including the Bab al-Mandeb strait and the port city of Mocha.
US reports say Iran’s Revolutionary Guard helped plan the Houthis’ offensive by providing advice and intelligence support.
Iran and the Houthis deny that Tehran directly controls the group, stressing the Houthis’ independence.
The Houthi advances give them control of the west coast of Yemen and block the internationally recognized Yemeni government’s access to the Red Sea.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry denied claims by US officials that the Houthis are Iranian proxies and criticized the Saudi naval blockade of Yemen.
A plane carrying a Houthi delegation was redirected after the Yemeni government bombed Sanaa airport; Iran said passengers included Yemenis and Houthi representatives.
A leaked UN report described the Houthis as growing into a powerful military group with assistance from Iran, Lebanon’s Hezbollah, and Iraqi experts.
Iranian officials encourage negotiation between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis to end the conflict.
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A group of lawmakers from both parties is proposing a bill to make insurance cover genetic testing for people at high risk of gynecologic cancers, like ovarian cancer. The bill also aims to increase education and outreach about the risks of these cancers.
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The bill is called the Ovarian Cancer IMPACT Act.
It would require insurance plans to pay for genetic tests for patients with hereditary cancer risks.
Lawmakers from both political parties support the bill.
Senators Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) and Katie Britt (R-Ala.) are leading the effort.
The bill focuses on gynecologic cancers, which affect the female reproductive system.
It includes efforts to expand education about cancer risks and prevention.
Genetic testing helps identify people who have a higher chance of developing ovarian cancer.
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Mediators from the United States and Iran seem to be holding talks about the ongoing conflict. Iran is waiting for news about a proposal related to the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway.
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U.S. and Iranian mediators are reportedly in communication.
The talks focus on conflict-related issues.
Iran is awaiting information about a proposal involving the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important passage for global shipping, especially oil transport.
An expert believes that these discussions may not lead to major progress.
The news comes from CBS News reporter Aaron MacLean.
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Political commentator Bill O’Reilly said President Donald Trump probably will not use his earlier “drain the swamp” political message before the upcoming midterm elections. Instead, O’Reilly expects the president to focus on criticizing Democrats, saying they have “lost their way,” as Republicans work to keep control of Congress.
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Bill O’Reilly spoke about President Trump’s upcoming election messaging on NewsNation’s “On Balance.”
O’Reilly believes Trump will avoid using the “drain the swamp” slogan again.
The “drain the swamp” phrase was used by Trump to criticize political corruption.
O’Reilly expects Trump to say Democrats have “lost their way” before the midterms.
The midterm elections will decide which party controls Congress.
Republicans want to keep control of Congress in the upcoming elections.
O’Reilly is a political commentator speaking about election strategy.
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Estonia says Russia was behind an arson attack on Milrem Robotics, an Estonian company that supplies unmanned military vehicles to Ukraine. Estonia arrested suspects linked to Russian special services, and EU countries support Estonia’s claim and vow to continue helping Ukraine despite these attacks.
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The arson attack happened in Tallinn on the night of August 14-15.
Milrem Robotics supplies unmanned military vehicles used by Ukraine.
Estonia’s security service concluded the attack was ordered by Russian special services.
The suspects arrested were Latvians living in Russia and involved in prior attacks.
The EU and NATO members support Estonia and will continue aiding Ukraine.
Similar sabotage attacks were reported in Germany, Bulgaria, Italy, Slovakia, and Poland.
France’s President Macron called the actions a dangerous escalation by Russia.
Estonia’s security warns Russia continues looking for chances to carry out hostile acts.
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President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized the British police for quickly releasing five men arrested near a U.K. air base used by U.S. forces. The men were suspected of planning an attack but no explosives were found, and some reports suggest they might have been stealing fuel instead.
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Five British men in their mid-20s were arrested near RAF Fairford, a U.K. air base used by American bombers.
The arrests happened on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act linked to ongoing conflict with Iran.
All five men were released on bail the next day but remain under investigation with movement restrictions.
No explosives or weapons were found in the vans the men drove, which contained large empty barrels.
Some sources suggest the men may have been stealing diesel fuel, a rising crime due to increased fuel prices.
President Trump said U.S. authorities knew a lot about the men and would not have released them.
Rubio suggested a foreign government might be involved but did not give details.
British police said the release on bail was a normal tactic to gather more information and monitor contacts.
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UK mortgage approvals for new home purchases dropped to the lowest level in nearly three years in August. This fall is linked to rising borrowing costs caused by higher oil prices after the war in Iran, which raised mortgage interest rates and reduced housing demand.
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Only 54,918 new home mortgage approvals were recorded in August, the lowest since December 2023.
Mortgage interest rates increased from 4.45% in July to 4.60% in August.
Rising oil prices due to the Iran war pushed up energy costs and mortgage borrowing costs.
Lending for home purchases fell by 15% compared to August of the previous year.
Remortgage approvals dropped slightly from 34,600 in July to about 34,000 in August.
The average five-year fixed mortgage rate reached 5.94%, the highest since October 2023.
Two-year fixed mortgage rates also rose, hitting 5.93%, the highest since July 2024.
Experts believe higher mortgage rates will continue to reduce housing market activity despite government support programs for first-time buyers.
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Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders released a campaign ad calling for welfare recipients to meet work requirements. The ad showed a young white man labeled as someone who chooses not to work, which caused criticism from some supporters who said the portrayal was wrong and unfair.
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The ad featured "Brad," a young white man relaxing with snacks and a game controller.
Sanders said taxpayers pay for people like Brad who don’t work.
Some MAGA supporters criticized the ad for insulting young white men.
Critics said young white men are less likely to be on welfare compared to other groups.
Welfare in the U.S. includes SNAP (food benefits), TANF (cash assistance), Medicaid, and CHIP (health programs).
Latest data shows white non-Hispanic Americans make up the largest group receiving SNAP and Medicaid benefits.
Federal law limits welfare benefits for non-citizens, requiring them to wait five years before eligibility.
Sanders defended the ad, saying able-bodied people should not receive welfare if they choose not to work.
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Several Republican candidates for the House and Senate are removing images and references to President Donald Trump from their campaign websites. This comes as Trump’s approval ratings fall and some candidates focus more on local issues to appeal to voters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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Republicans in competitive races are taking down pictures of President Trump from their campaign websites.
Some candidates are also removing statements showing support for Trump’s policies.
The changes were found by comparing current websites with older versions saved online.
This trend happens as Trump’s approval ratings drop and some Republicans publicly disagree with him on key policies.
Candidates are focusing more on local issues like affordability instead of national topics tied to Trump.
Examples include candidates in North Carolina, Ohio, Michigan, and Florida changing their websites and slogans.
President Trump has encouraged supporters to act as if he is on the ballot in the upcoming elections.
Newsweek contacted the candidates and the White House for comments about these website changes.
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A data breach at the Pentagon exposed sensitive information of almost 3 million people. It took several months before the breach was discovered, according to defense officials.
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The Pentagon experienced a data breach affecting nearly 3 million individuals.
Sensitive information was exposed during the breach.
Defense officials confirmed the breach took months to be detected.
The breach involved important U.S. government data.
Details about how the breach happened have not been fully released.
Officials are likely working to strengthen security to prevent future breaches.
The report was presented by CBS News and included remarks from a defense official.
This incident highlights challenges in detecting cyberattacks on government systems.
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A man in Singapore was charged for sharing a fake picture of a saltwater crocodile in a popular reservoir. The photo was made using artificial intelligence (AI), which caused authorities to suspend activities while they searched for the crocodile.
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Ye Lin, a man from Myanmar, was charged with spreading a false message and blocking justice by deleting the fake photo and the app used.
The fake crocodile photo led officials to stop work at Pandan Reservoir, a popular place for jogging and kayaking.
The national water agency and park staff searched the reservoir but found no crocodile.
The crocodile image was confirmed fake the day after the search began, and police were informed.
Ye Lin told the court he plans to plead guilty.
In Singapore, giving false information can lead to up to 3 years in prison or a fine of about $7,800 US dollars. Obstructing justice can result in up to 7 years in prison or a fine.
Police say Ye Lin used AI to create the crocodile photo and tried to hide his actions by deleting it and the app.
The next court hearing is scheduled for November.
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The 2026 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) saw many dramatic moments like walkouts, protests, and heated talks. The main issues causing division were the conflicts in Gaza and the war involving Iran.
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The UNGA 2026 included mass walkouts by some delegates.
There were heated exchanges and protests during the event.
The main topics causing disagreement were the Gaza conflict and the war on Iran.
These issues led to deep divisions among the member countries.
The event was full of memorable moments that reflected global tensions.
The assembly demonstrated differing views on addressing recent conflicts.
The UNGA is an annual meeting where world leaders discuss global problems.
This year’s assembly highlighted ongoing international conflicts in the Middle East.
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Lindsay Clancy, a mother from Massachusetts, appeared in court again after a mistrial in her case. She had faced murder charges for the deaths of her three children, and the court is now considering whether to bring new charges against her.
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Lindsay Clancy is a mother from Massachusetts.
She was charged with murder in the deaths of her three children.
The trial ended in a mistrial, meaning no final verdict was reached.
Clancy returned to court to discuss the next steps in her case.
The court is deciding if new charges will be filed.
CBS News is covering updates on this case.
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The Tompkins County District Attorney's Office has decided to reopen a rape case involving a former Cornell University student. The student claims she was drugged and sexually assaulted by multiple men at a fraternity house, but no charges were filed earlier this year.
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The case involves a former Cornell University student.
She alleges she was drugged and raped by several men.
The alleged assault took place over several hours.
The location of the incident was a fraternity house.
No charges were initially filed in 2024.
The Tompkins County District Attorney's Office announced the case’s reopening.
The story was reported by CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano.
Video evidence includes a string of text messages linked to the case.
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Several news organizations are asking a federal judge to stop the White House from preventing CNN reporters from covering President Trump in pool duty. These outlets previously sued to regain access after President Trump banned some reporters from the White House grounds.
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President Trump banned certain reporters from the White House grounds.
News outlets sued to regain access for their reporters.
CNN reporters are currently blocked from covering the president through pool duty.
Pool duty means sharing coverage by a few reporters who represent all media.
The news outlets asked a federal judge to intervene and prevent the White House from continuing these restrictions.
The legal action aims to ensure fair media coverage of President Trump.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has increased the size of Russia’s military for the fourth time this year. Russia is also boosting weapons production and hiding information about damage from the Ukraine war. North Korean troops are reportedly involved in Russia’s military efforts.
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Putin raised the Russian armed forces' authorized size by 15,500, reaching over 2.4 million positions.
Since March, Russia has added 52,500 military roles through four expansions.
Ukrainian intelligence estimates over 8,000 North Korean soldiers are currently in Russia, with more being trained.
Russia produces up to 60 Iskander-M ballistic missiles and about 50 RM-48U missiles monthly.
Russian forces launched nearly 2,850 drones into Ukraine last month, a sharp increase compared to previous months.
Russia’s defense firms are expanding production despite labor shortages and Western sanctions.
Russia’s state arms dealer, Rosoboronexport, reported over $13 billion in new weapons contracts in the first half of 2024.
A draft Russian budget for 2027 is expected to include $203 billion for defense, a 27% increase from before.
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