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In France, some wealthy business owners are buying large areas of land to allow nature to grow back. One example is Rodolphe Landemaine, a bakery owner, who invites other business leaders to join in supporting nature conservation.
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Wealthy entrepreneurs in France are investing in land to help nature recover.
Rodolphe Landemaine, who runs 30 bakeries in France and Japan, is one of these investors.
Landemaine opens his estate in Normandy to business leaders to encourage them to invest in conservation.
The goal is to let natural habitats and wildlife return and thrive.
This effort is part of a broader movement to support the environment and biodiversity.
The article is part of a series that discusses environmental and nature-related topics in France.
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President Donald Trump gave his full support to Mike Lindell, the MyPillow founder, who is running for governor of Minnesota. Trump described Lindell as a hardworking patriot and endorsed him to replace the current governor.
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President Trump endorsed Mike Lindell in the Minnesota governor’s race.
Mike Lindell is the founder of the MyPillow company.
Trump called Lindell one of America’s hardest-working patriots.
Lindell is running to become the governor of Minnesota.
Trump criticized the current Minnesota governor as incompetent.
The endorsement came on a Wednesday morning.
Lindell is nicknamed the “Pillow Man.”
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Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said that cyclosporiasis, an illness causing severe diarrhea, is a problem the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) should handle, not the Department of Agriculture (USDA). She also reminded people to wash leafy greens and vegetables before eating them.
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Cyclosporiasis is a gastrointestinal illness that can cause explosive diarrhea.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins spoke at the Hill Nation Summit.
She stated that the FDA is responsible for dealing with cyclosporiasis, not the USDA.
Rollins encouraged people to wash leafy greens and vegetables before use.
The topic was discussed during the second annual Hill Nation Summit.
The USDA Secretary distinguished the roles of the FDA and USDA in food safety issues.
The statement highlights the responsibility of different government agencies in managing food-related illnesses.
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A man was killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during a traffic stop in Biddeford, Maine. Following this incident, ICE announced changes to its policies that could affect the 2026 midterm elections.
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The shooting happened during a traffic stop near the man’s home in Biddeford, Maine.
An ICE agent was involved in the fatal shooting.
ICE responded to the incident by changing some of its policies.
These policy changes may influence the political landscape ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
CBS News reporter Fin Gomez covered the story.
The incident and policy response were reported by CBS News.
Details about the specific policy changes were not provided in the summary.
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The UK government plans to ban unlicensed casinos from sponsoring sports teams starting as early as August 2027. This move aims to protect people from gambling risks and stop illegal money use in sports, affecting football clubs like Everton and sports such as Formula One.
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The ban targets unlicensed gambling companies sponsoring sports teams in the UK.
Sponsorships could include logos on team kits, stadiums, and pitch-side signs.
Current rules allow sponsorship from unlicensed firms if they don't accept UK bets, but this will change.
The ban could become a criminal offense if sponsorship deals continue after the new law.
Everton FC has a £10 million deal with Stake.com, a crypto casino without a UK license.
The ban will start no later than August 2028, with possible enforcement from August 2027.
Other clubs like Chelsea, Ipswich, and Fulham also have deals with unlicensed gambling firms.
The proposal excludes online partnerships for now but may consider further laws later.
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A three-week-old harbor seal pup in Washington state was shot in the head and is now receiving treatment at a wildlife rehabilitation center. This is the third marine mammal the center has treated for gunshot wounds in less than a year.
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The seal pup was admitted to the Sea Life Response, Rehab and Research center in Des Moines, Washington, over the Fourth of July weekend.
An X-ray showed the pup was shot in the head.
The pup is in critical but stable condition and received specialized surgery.
If recovery continues, the pup will get a CT scan to assess its chances of survival and guide further treatment.
The center plans to try to return the pup to the wild, which may include removing the bullet.
This is the youngest marine mammal the center has treated for such injuries.
Shooting seals or sea lions is a federal crime under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
Authorities encourage the public to report any suspicious activity involving marine mammals.
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Unreleased recordings from 1965 by David Bowie, made early in his career when he was known as Davy Jones, will be released in a new compilation on September 18. Some songs feature guitarist Jimmy Page, who later joined Led Zeppelin, and the recordings were produced by Shel Talmy, a notable 1960s rock producer.
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The recordings date back to 1965, before Bowie became famous with "Space Oddity" in 1969.
Bowie used the name Davy (or Davie) Jones before changing it in 1966 to avoid confusion with another musician.
Some songs include support from the bands the Lower Third and the Manish Boys.
Jimmy Page, later of Led Zeppelin, played guitar on some tracks as a session musician.
Producer Shel Talmy handled the sessions; he also worked with the Kinks and the Who.
The new compilation is called *David Bowie: The Shel Talmy Recordings*.
One song, "I Want Your Love," is already available and shows a bluesy rock style.
Bowie revisited some early songs in 2000 for an album called *Toy*, which was released posthumously in 2021.
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A ground stop in the Washington, D.C., area on Tuesday caused many flights to be delayed or canceled. This happened because of security concerns related to the visit of Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi. Thousands of travelers were affected and left stranded.
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The ground stop occurred in the Washington, D.C., area.
It took place on a Tuesday.
The delay was due to security concerns connected to Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's visit.
Tens of thousands of travelers experienced flight delays or cancellations.
The ground stop led to many people being stranded at airports.
CBS News reported new details about the event.
The incident involved coordination between security and aviation authorities.
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Heavy rain and slow-moving storms have caused flooding across South Texas, including a tornado in San Antonio. Authorities have rescued dozens of people, and some areas could receive up to 20 inches of rain, with flood warnings in effect.
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A tornado touched down in northwest San Antonio near Interstate 10 with no reported injuries.
Areas of South Texas, especially Uvalde County, have seen up to 16 inches of rain so far.
Flash flood warnings were issued for several counties near the Mexico border.
Rescuers saved at least nine people from floodwaters using boats and other methods.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott declared disasters in many counties affected by the storms.
Flooding has displaced residents, with shelters opened in Uvalde and Sabinal.
The heavy rain is caused by a slow-moving low-pressure system pulling moisture mainly from the Gulf of Mexico.
This type of prolonged wet weather happens roughly every five years in Texas.
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President Donald Trump encouraged ICE agents to keep using traffic stops as part of their immigration enforcement, despite a temporary pause following two deadly shootings. The pause aims to review the safety and tactics of ICE officers after the shootings of two undocumented men during separate traffic stops.
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ICE temporarily paused most traffic stops after two men were fatally shot during enforcement actions.
President Trump posted on social media praising ICE officers and urged them to continue using traffic stops.
The two shootings involved a 25-year-old Colombian in Maine and a 52-year-old Mexican in Texas.
Officials say the men tried to use their vehicles as weapons, but no public evidence has confirmed this.
Neither of the men was the original target of the immigration operations.
Investigations are ongoing by the FBI and local authorities; officers were not wearing body cameras.
The shootings have caused protests and raised concerns about ICE’s use of force and training.
Since January 2025, at least 10 people have died in immigration enforcement actions under President Trump’s campaign.
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President Donald Trump threatened to attack Iran’s bridges and power plants if Iran does not return to peace talks with the U.S. These threats come amid ongoing military strikes and tensions near the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments. Legal experts say targeting civilian infrastructure like bridges and power plants could be considered war crimes under international law.
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President Trump said the U.S. would "knock out" Iran’s power plants and bridges to push Iran back to negotiations.
The U.S. and Iran have had multiple nights of strikes, raising tension and damaging hopes for peace talks.
The Strait of Hormuz, an important shipping route for oil, remains a conflict hotspot controlled by Iran.
Deliberate attacks on civilian infrastructure are banned under international agreements like the Geneva Conventions.
In April, the U.S. attacked a bridge near Tehran and Trump shared video of it collapsing.
More than 100 international law experts warned that U.S. strikes could be war crimes.
Military personnel must follow lawful orders but can be prosecuted for carrying out unlawful ones, including potential war crimes.
The White House says the U.S. will act within the law, but President Trump has expressed disregard for international law constraints.
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Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin did not say if immigration agents will stop traffic stops after President Trump urged them to keep doing them. Mullin criticized Democrats for actions he says make it harder for ICE to enforce immigration laws.
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President Donald Trump called for ICE to continue traffic stops.
Secretary Markwayne Mullin did not confirm if these stops will stop or continue.
Mullin criticized Democrats for helping people avoid ICE enforcement.
The article focuses on U.S. immigration enforcement policies.
ICE stands for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, which handles immigration law enforcement.
Traffic stops are used by ICE to find and deport migrants without legal permission to stay in the U.S.
The debate centers on how strictly immigration laws should be enforced.
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The United States government, including President Donald Trump, says Iranian leaders are confused and fighting among themselves during the ongoing war. Iran rejects this view and shows a united stance on controlling the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route, despite rising conflict with the US.
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President Trump claims no one knows who is really in charge in Iran.
Iran and the US have been in conflict for about five months with no negotiated peace.
Iran insists on controlling passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Several tankers and cargo ships have been attacked in the strait during recent clashes.
Iran proposed a third shipping route to ease tensions during talks in Oman.
Iran’s military leaders, including commanders of the Revolutionary Guard, show unity and continue fighting.
The Supreme National Security Council, with military figures, is managing Iran’s security decisions.
Iran’s president has less influence than the military leaders and supports diplomacy but under strict conditions.
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A $250,000 deposit in a 1-year certificate of deposit (CD) or high-yield savings account can earn about $10,250 to $10,375 in interest at current rates around 4.10% to 4.15%. CDs offer fixed rates and guaranteed returns, while savings accounts offer variable rates with easy access to funds.
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Current top 1-year CD rates range from about 4.11% to 4.15% annual percentage yield (APY).
A $250,000 deposit in a CD at 4.11% APY earns $10,275 in interest after one year.
At 4.15% APY, the same deposit would earn $10,375 in interest.
A high-yield savings account paying 4.10% APY would earn about $10,250 on $250,000 in one year.
CD interest rates are fixed for the term, providing predictable earnings.
Savings account rates can change with market conditions, which may raise or lower earnings.
CDs generally restrict access to funds without penalties until maturity, unlike savings accounts.
Because of small differences in rates, shopping around can increase earnings on large deposits.
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Keir Starmer gave his final speech at Prime Ministers’ Questions before he officially stops being Prime Minister on Monday. The discussion also covered what is known about Andy Burnham’s plans as the new leader.
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Keir Starmer had his last session at Prime Ministers’ Questions.
His time as Prime Minister ends on the following Monday.
The discussion looked at Starmer’s final exchanges with Members of Parliament (MPs).
Attention is turning to Andy Burnham, who will take over leadership.
There is limited information about Burnham’s plans for his new team.
The article relates to a BBC podcast episode analyzing recent political events.
The podcast is hosted by Adam Fleming with a team of producers and editors.
Listeners can access the podcast via smart speakers and online platforms.
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The article discusses how actions by Israel are worsening the situation of the Palestinian healthcare system. This has put many Palestinians with serious illnesses at risk because they cannot get the care they need.
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The Palestinian healthcare system is facing a severe crisis.
Israel's actions are contributing to the collapse of this healthcare system.
Many Palestinians with serious health problems are unable to receive proper medical treatment.
The lack of healthcare access can lead to death for those with critical conditions.
The article highlights the urgent health challenges faced by Palestinians.
The situation affects people who depend on medical services to survive.
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Wildfires are burning across northern Minnesota and nearby areas, prompting a state of emergency and alerts about poor air quality. The fires have spread over at least 33,000 acres and have caused evacuations as smoke and ash affect the region.
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At least 17 wildfires are active in St. Louis and Lake Counties in Minnesota, including three in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
St. Louis County declared a State of Local Emergency and Disaster due to wildfire damage and resource needs.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency issued an air quality alert from Tuesday 9 a.m. until Friday 11 a.m. due to wildfire smoke.
Air quality in northeastern Minnesota is expected to reach hazardous levels, and residents there are advised to stay indoors.
The fires have burned over 33,000 acres as of Tuesday afternoon.
Evacuation centers with public health support have been set up for affected residents and visitors.
Two Canadian wildfires have crossed into Minnesota, and authorities from both countries are working together to control the fires.
Smoke and ash from these fires, pushed by changing winds, are affecting air quality across the region.
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The U.S. has reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and increased airstrikes in response to Iranian attacks on ships near the Strait of Hormuz. These actions have escalated tensions, with both sides conducting attacks and Iran threatening to stop all energy exports from the Middle East.
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The U.S. reimposed a naval blockade on Iran to stop ships trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. airstrikes hit Iranian military targets, killing at least seven soldiers and injuring over 260 people.
The blockade and attacks come after an interim deal to pause fighting broke down.
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital waterway for global energy supplies, and Iran had previously restricted shipping there.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard threatened to halt all oil and gas exports from the Middle East due to the blockade.
The U.S. military redirected two commercial ships trying to break the blockade within 17 hours of reimposing it.
The U.S. targeted strategic islands in the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran controls but the UAE claims.
Neighboring countries like Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan have faced missile attacks linked to the conflict.
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A man named Stewart Irwin was found guilty of manslaughter after his 74-year-old mother, Veronica, was left dying on the bathroom floor of their home for two weeks. Paramedics found her in poor condition with serious injuries, and she later died in the hospital.
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Stewart Irwin, 56, was convicted of manslaughter at Carlisle Crown Court.
Veronica Irwin, 74, was found unconscious, malnourished, and with severe injuries including pressure ulcers and maggot infestation.
She had fallen in the bathroom and lay there for about two weeks without medical help.
Irwin called emergency services only after noticing his mother’s skin turning blue and her becoming unresponsive.
During those two weeks, Irwin made several visits to buy alcohol and withdrew money from his mother’s bank account.
Paramedics initially thought Veronica was dead but found she was alive and took her to the hospital where she later died.
Irwin did not testify at the trial but told a psychologist he had tried to help, and the psychologist found he was mentally capable of making decisions.
Sentencing is scheduled for September 11.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat, the first immigrant who was once undocumented to join Congress, spoke at the Hill Nation Summit in Washington. He called for ending the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, citing concerns about its actions across the country.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat represents New York.
He is the first immigrant without legal status to enter Congress.
Espaillat spoke at the Hill Nation Summit event in Washington, D.C.
He called for dismantling ICE, the agency responsible for enforcing immigration laws.
Espaillat mentioned problems with ICE happening nationwide, not just in one city.
The interview was with NewsNation’s Libbey Dean.
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