Russian drones attacked several civilian targets in Kyiv, Ukraine, including the National Academy of Sciences, killing at least seven people and injuring more than 80. The strikes also hit other cities like Dnipro, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa, damaging homes, offices, and cultural sites.
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Russian drones struck Ukraine’s National Academy of Sciences in central Kyiv.
At least seven people died and over 80 were wounded from the attacks.
A woman was killed when a high-speed drone hit the academy building near the German embassy.
Firefighters helped people escape as the building caught fire.
Mayor Vitali Klitschko called the strikes terror aimed at hurting civilians’ morale.
Three people were killed in a strike on an office center in Dnipro.
Other cities hit by attacks include Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa.
Russia says it targets military sites, but Ukraine says Russia is attacking civilians and infrastructure to harm its economy and force peace concessions.
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Andrew Bailey, co-Deputy Director of the FBI, announced his resignation to spend more time with his family. He was the first person to hold this new role and worked on election investigations. FBI Director Kash Patel and President Donald Trump thanked him for his service.
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Andrew Bailey served as FBI co-Deputy Director starting last year.
He was the first to hold the co-Deputy Director position, which was sometimes unclear in duties.
Bailey resigned to return to his family in Missouri.
Before the FBI, Bailey was Missouri’s attorney general.
He worked alongside Dan Bongino and Christopher Raia as co-Deputy Directors.
Bailey helped lead FBI investigations into election integrity, including a raid in Fulton County, Georgia.
FBI Director Kash Patel praised Bailey for helping to return the FBI to its main mission.
Bailey thanked President Trump, Attorney General Todd Blanche, and Director Patel for the opportunity.
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British police have released five men on bail after arresting them in connection with a suspected terror incident at a Royal Air Force (RAF) base. The investigation is still ongoing, and the men must follow strict rules about their movements and who they can contact.
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Five men were arrested over a suspected terror incident at an RAF base in the UK.
All five suspects have been released on police bail.
The men are under strict conditions limiting their movement and contacts.
The investigation is still active and ongoing.
British counter-terrorism officials are leading the investigation.
Police described the suspects’ release on bail as part of the ongoing process.
The incident involved concerns about terrorism at a military site.
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A fraternity at the University of Arizona was suspended after new members were allegedly forced to drink alcohol and swallow live goldfish as part of hazing rituals. The university is investigating, and the fraternity is banned from most activities until the investigation is finished.
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The University of Arizona suspended the Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity due to alleged hazing.
New recruits were reportedly forced to drink lots of alcohol and swallow live goldfish.
The fraternity chapter is only allowed to hold essential meetings during the investigation.
Hazing includes actions that risk causing physical harm or emotional distress to members.
Six University of Arizona fraternities faced hazing investigations in 2026.
Other recent hazing cases have occurred at universities in Wisconsin and New York.
Sigma Tau Gamma has a history of hazing problems, including a previous chapter shutdown in 2020.
The university warned that further violations or interference with witnesses could bring harsher punishment.
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The Trump administration has reduced the fuel economy standards for cars and trucks, lowering the required average miles per gallon from 50.4 to 34.9 by 2031. This rule change removes the need for automakers to invest heavily in electric vehicles and aims to lower vehicle prices for consumers.
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The Department of Transportation lowered the fuel economy requirement from 50.4 mpg to 34.9 mpg by 2031.
Automakers are no longer required to increase electric vehicle production to meet these standards.
The rule reverses standards set by the Biden administration in 2024.
Changing vehicle classifications will encourage the production of smaller, more affordable cars.
The average cost of new vehicles could drop by about $1,300.
The rule is expected to save Americans $138 billion over the next five years.
It could reduce U.S. oil consumption by 1.3 billion barrels annually by 2050.
The standards are designed to balance vehicle affordability, safety, and energy conservation.
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The United States and China announced lists of products worth about $30 billion each that will have lower tariffs to improve trade. This agreement followed a meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping and aims to make trade easier by reducing taxes on many products from both countries.
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Both countries released lists of nonsensitive goods that will see tariff cuts, covering $30 billion in imports each.
The U.S. list includes 1,619 Chinese products like toys, tableware, and Christmas ornaments.
The Chinese list includes U.S. goods such as agricultural products, hair care items, medical equipment, and coal.
Tariffs on more than 90% of these products will return to "most-favored-nation" levels, which are standard and usually low taxes.
The trade deal excludes sensitive sectors like chips, electric vehicles, and batteries.
The agreement may be updated once a year if needed.
Experts say this could boost U.S. exports to China but will have a limited overall economic impact because it covers a portion of total trade.
After the deal, the average U.S. tariff rate on Chinese goods is expected to fall slightly but remain higher than before President Trump’s recent term.
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Twelve women have been found dead in a part of South Africa called Ekurhuleni, near Johannesburg, over two months. Police have made some arrests but have not solved all cases, and they cannot rule out the possibility of a serial killer.
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Twelve women’s bodies were found in Ekurhuleni between July and mid-September 2026.
Most victims were found partially or fully naked and showed signs of bruising.
Police have arrested suspects in three cases, but these arrests are not linked to the other deaths.
The first known victim, Busisiwe Mahlangu, was found in Kempton Park in July, with her hands tied.
Some bodies were found in different places within Ekurhuleni, including rivers and roadside areas.
One victim, Elizabeth Moselakgomo, had a highly publicized search before her body was found bruised.
Police are not yet sure if the killings are connected or done by one person.
The killings have caused fear and concern about violence against women in South Africa.
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A silent comedy film from 1919 made in New Hampshire was recently found in an antique shop in Japan. The film, called Van-ar-chy and starring entertainer Billy B Van, will be shown in New Hampshire in November as part of a historical event.
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Van-ar-chy is a silent comedy film made in 1919 in Newport and Sunapee, New Hampshire.
It was rediscovered by Kohei Okita, a film student in Sendai, Japan, while buying old film reels.
John Tariot, an archivist of Billy B Van’s work, confirmed the film’s origin and significance.
Billy B Van was a performer turned filmmaker who opened a studio in Georges Mills, New Hampshire.
The film shows scenes of local streets, buildings, and people from the area in 1919.
Van-ar-chy will be shown on November 1 at the Newport Opera House along with another rediscovered Van comedy.
Some of Billy B Van’s films remain missing and may still exist in unknown archives or private collections.
The rediscovery helps preserve early American silent films and local history.
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Mediators continue working to reach an agreement between the United States and Iran to end conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, despite President Donald Trump publicly rejecting Iran’s latest proposal. Talks aim to lift the U.S. blockade and ease sanctions in exchange for reopening the crucial shipping route and addressing Iran’s nuclear program.
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The United States and Iran are in indirect talks to end fighting and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran proposed reopening the strait within a week if the U.S. lifts its blockade, releases frozen assets, and waives oil sanctions.
President Trump publicly rejected Iran’s proposal but has not officially dismissed it, leaving room for negotiations.
Qatar is acting as a mediator between the two countries.
The proposal includes managing shipping traffic without tolls, based on a plan Iran discussed with Oman.
The U.S. wants Iran to allow inspectors to monitor its nuclear program as part of the deal.
Both sides show some positive signals, with mediators trying to soften their positions.
The conflict has caused economic damage, including high oil prices impacting the U.S. and losses from sanctions and blockades affecting Iran.
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A strong nor'easter storm caused big waves and flooding along the East Coast of the United States, especially in New England. The storm hit over the weekend and its effects are still continuing.
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A powerful nor'easter moved through the Eastern U.S. over the weekend.
This storm caused large waves along the coast.
Coastal areas in New England experienced flooding.
The impact of the storm is ongoing with continued rough conditions.
The event was reported by CBS News with updates from correspondent Tom Hanson.
Nor'easters are storms that bring strong winds and heavy rain or snow to the East Coast.
Flooding affected residential and possibly other areas near the shore.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune said that the war involving Iran is now the most important issue for voters as the November midterm elections approach. While other topics like the cost of living and diesel prices matter, concerns about the Iran conflict have become the top focus for many voters.
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John Thune is the Senate Majority Leader and a Republican from South Dakota.
Thune stated the war involving Iran has become the main issue for voters ahead of the midterms.
The midterm elections are scheduled for November, only weeks away.
Other important topics for voters include affordability and fuel prices.
The Iran war issue is taking priority over other political concerns in voter decisions.
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President Donald Trump is thinking about banning U.S. diesel fuel exports because diesel prices in the U.S. have reached a record high of $6.529 per gallon. This idea has support from some Republican lawmakers, who want to limit exports to keep more fuel in the country and control prices.
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Diesel fuel prices in the U.S. recently hit a record high of $6.529 per gallon.
President Trump is "very seriously" considering a ban on U.S. diesel exports.
Senator Chuck Grassley and Representative Tim Burchett support export restrictions to ease high prices.
Russia has had diesel export bans since 2025 to keep fuel inside the country amid shortages caused by Ukraine’s attacks.
U.S. diesel exports to Europe have increased sharply after Europe reduced imports of Russian fuel.
America’s diesel exports helped Europe replace Russian supplies, pushing exports to places like the Netherlands and the UK to much higher levels.
Russia’s share of Turkey’s diesel market fell dramatically due to export bans and Ukraine attacks, while American diesel exports to Turkey increased.
Both Russia and the U.S. are facing fuel supply challenges linked to conflicts in Ukraine and Iran, which have affected global energy markets.
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Caleb Flynn, a former "American Idol" contestant, is on trial for the murder of his wife. During the trial, prosecutors showed videos of Flynn's police interviews from shortly after his wife's death.
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Caleb Flynn is accused of killing his wife.
Flynn participated in "American Idol" before the trial.
The trial is in its eighth day.
Prosecutors presented police interview videos of Flynn.
These videos were recorded soon after his wife's death.
The videos were shown in a courtroom setting.
The news report was covered by CBS News and journalist Lana Zak.
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Nigel Farage claimed that men arrested near RAF Fairford were linked to Iran and entered the UK in small boats, but police said the suspects are all British nationals. The culture secretary Lisa Nandy called Farage a “master of conspiracy theory” for using the situation to spread unproven claims and warned against fueling speculation while the investigation continues.
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Nigel Farage said the arrested men were Iranian agents entering the UK by small boats.
Police clarified that all five suspects are British nationals from London.
The men have been released on bail while police continue their investigation.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy criticized Farage for spreading conspiracy theories.
Nandy emphasized the government needs to withhold some information to protect public safety.
Counter Terrorism Policing asked for patience and space to conduct the investigation.
Other Reform UK MPs also tried to link the incident to small boat crossings and border security.
Reform deputy leader Richard Tice questioned the suspects' backgrounds and nationality types.
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Some Republican and Democratic lawmakers are opposing President Donald Trump’s new TV ad campaign because it was paid for using taxpayer money. They are concerned about government funds being used for this purpose.
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President Donald Trump launched a new television ad campaign.
The ads were paid for with taxpayer money.
Lawmakers from both parties, Republicans and Democrats, are unhappy about this.
They are pushing back against the use of public funds for the ads.
The ads include a commercial titled "Love Me."
The news was reported by CBS News correspondent Weijia Jiang.
The issue involves government spending and political advertising.
The ad campaign is linked to President Trump’s current activities.
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An appeals court in Iran confirmed a punishment of 74 lashes for singer Parastoo Ahmadi, who performed without a hijab in a livestreamed concert. The court also upheld bans preventing her and her team from audiovisual work and from leaving Iran for two years.
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Parastoo Ahmadi performed in December 2024 wearing a sleeveless dress without a hijab on her YouTube channel.
Iranian law requires women to wear a hijab and modest clothing in public, and bans women from public performances.
Ahmadi and eight others were found guilty of "offending public decency" and publishing "obscene material."
The court sentenced them to 74 lashes and imposed a two-year ban on audiovisual activities and travel abroad.
The appeals court rejected their appeal without a hearing and upheld the harsh sentence.
The sentence triggered protests and criticism from Iranian artists and human rights groups like Amnesty International.
Similar punishment was given to Kurdish-Iranian activist Roya Heshmati earlier in 2024 for a photo showing her without a hijab.
The enforcement of hijab rules has caused widespread protests since 2022 after the death of Mahsa Amini in custody.
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The United States decided not to support a United Nations statement that called for countries to work together on preparing for and preventing future pandemics. The European Union also raised concerns about parts of this declaration during a United Nations meeting.
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The U.S. rejected a nonbinding U.N. declaration on pandemic preparedness.
The declaration aimed to improve global cooperation on preventing and managing pandemics.
The European Union also objected to some parts of the statement.
The rejection was announced at a high-level U.N. meeting on pandemic preparedness.
Erica Schwartz, CDC director, spoke on behalf of the U.S. during the meeting.
The declaration was nonbinding, meaning it does not create legal obligations.
The meeting focused on improving worldwide readiness for future health emergencies.
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A Paris court found the Spanish airline Swiftair guilty of corporate manslaughter for the 2014 crash of an Air Algerie flight that killed 116 people in Mali. The court fined Swiftair 225,000 euros, citing negligence in pilot training related to icy conditions as a key cause of the crash.
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The crash involved Air Algerie Flight AH5017, which went down in northern Mali in July 2014.
All 116 people on board died when the plane stalled after flying into ice.
Swiftair owned the plane and operated it for Air Algerie.
Investigators found the plane’s anti-icing system was turned off during the flight.
The court said Swiftair was negligent because the pilots were not properly trained for icy weather.
The captain did not complete necessary skill tests, and the crew missed refresh training after being inactive.
Swiftair plans to appeal the court’s decision within 10 days.
This is the second time an airline was found guilty of corporate manslaughter in France for a deadly crash, following a similar case involving Air France and Airbus.
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A fire in a Merseyside home killed a mother and her three children. Firefighters said the fire was started by a lithium-ion battery that overheated and caused the blaze.
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The fire happened early on Tuesday, 22 September, in Bootle, Merseyside.
Four people died: Elisha Brabin, 36, and her children Leo (16), Ellis (8), and Prudence (7).
The fire started from a lithium-ion battery going into "thermal runaway," meaning it overheated and caught fire.
Lithium-ion batteries are commonly used in devices like e-scooters, e-bikes, and vapes.
Firefighters arrived quickly but could not save the family.
Firefighters warned people to only use approved batteries and chargers and to watch for signs of battery problems like swelling or smoke.
The family described Elisha as a loving mother, deeply devoted to her children.
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Andrew Bailey, deputy director of the FBI, is leaving his job about a year after starting. He helped lead investigations related to President Trump’s 2020 election and works under FBI Director Kash Patel during a time of major changes at the agency.
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Andrew Bailey was a co-deputy director of the FBI, appointed in September 2025.
He oversaw some investigations involving President Trump’s 2020 election ballots, including searches in Georgia.
Bailey is stepping down to spend more time with his family in Missouri.
FBI Director Kash Patel praised Bailey’s work and leadership in reforms.
Bailey served alongside Christopher Raia after former deputy Dan Bongino left in January.
There have been many departures of FBI agents under Patel’s leadership, some due to political disagreements.
Reports say Bailey, Raia, and Patel had a difficult relationship, including periods without communication.
The FBI referred questions to Bailey’s own social media post about his resignation.
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