Singer Carly Simon, age 83, announced she has Parkinson’s disease and was recently treated for skin cancer. She described her health challenges and shared that she is continuing her music work despite the illness.
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Carly Simon is 83 years old.
She was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease after an evaluation at the Mayo Clinic.
Parkinson’s disease affects movement and can cause tremors, stiffness, and balance problems.
There is no cure for Parkinson’s, but treatments include medication and therapy.
Simon had joint replacement surgeries due to arthritis before her Parkinson’s diagnosis.
She was also treated for basal cell carcinoma, a common skin cancer, on her face.
Simon said music helps her cope and announced a new album release on August 14.
About 1 million people in the U.S. and 10 million worldwide live with Parkinson’s disease.
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Tunisia has not allowed the family or lawyers of jailed opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi to see or contact him for 11 days since he collapsed in prison. Ghannouchi, who has health problems, was hospitalized after losing consciousness in a prison affected by a severe heatwave, but his exact location and condition remain unclear.
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Rached Ghannouchi is an 85-year-old opposition leader jailed since April 2023.
He collapsed in prison on July 17 due to extreme heat, reportedly reaching 52°C (126°F).
His family and lawyers have been denied visits or information for 11 days.
Ghannouchi suffers from high blood pressure and breathing difficulties.
Authorities have not confirmed his current hospital or his health status.
The UN called his detention arbitrary and asked for his release, but this was ignored.
Amnesty International and opposition groups have demanded health updates and prisoner protection during the heatwave.
Ghannouchi’s son accuses the government of worsening his father’s condition intentionally.
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Senator Shelley Moore Capito said that a visitor who recently saw Senator Mitch McConnell at a rehabilitation center described him as being “clear-minded.” She confirmed that McConnell is recovering and healing from his health issues.
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Senator Mitch McConnell is currently in a rehabilitation center.
A visitor who saw McConnell described him as “clear-minded.”
Senator Shelley Moore Capito shared this information in a video interview.
McConnell is actively recovering and healing.
The visitor’s description suggests McConnell is aware and responsive.
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Dozens of people across 17 U.S. states have become sick from a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs. Although the eggs were sent to only a few states, the illness has spread to many more states.
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Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause food poisoning.
The outbreak has affected people in 17 different states.
The eggs linked to the outbreak were recalled by the company.
These eggs were distributed in only a few states.
More states are seeing salmonella cases even though the eggs weren't sold there.
People who ate these eggs or products containing them may be at risk.
Salmonella infection symptoms often include stomach pain, diarrhea, and fever.
Health officials warn consumers to check their eggs and follow recall instructions.
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An American family is stuck in France because of large wildfires burning in Western Europe. The fires are affecting several countries, including Spain and Italy.
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Wildfires are spreading across parts of Western Europe.
Countries affected include France, Spain, and Italy.
An American family is currently trapped in France due to the fires.
Wildfires can cause dangerous conditions and disrupt travel.
Efforts to report and respond to the fires are ongoing.
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Police are searching for a second suspect after a shooting at a crowded food festival in Seattle that killed three people and injured four, including a toddler. One suspect was arrested at the scene, but the other is still missing, and police say there is no ongoing danger to the public.
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A shooting happened Sunday evening at the Bite of Seattle food festival near the Space Needle.
Three people died: two men (19 and 44 years old) and a 56-year-old woman.
Four others were injured, including a 2-year-old boy, and all were taken to the hospital in stable condition.
Police believe the two suspects were shooting at each other.
One suspect was arrested at the scene; the second suspect is still being sought.
The police do not have a description of the second suspect.
The festival is an annual event since 1982, attracting about 350,000 visitors.
Police evacuated the Seattle Center area and secured the scene with many officers and emergency crews.
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham wants to change England’s social care system, which helps older adults and people with disabilities. The article explains four main ideas for reforming how social care is paid for, detailing costs and past government plans.
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England’s social care system is mainly run by private companies, not the government.
Many older people in England need care but don’t get enough help.
Current rules mean people getting care at home get help based on income, but the value of their house is not counted. For residential care, house value counts and people with assets over £23,250 usually pay fully.
One reform idea is to set a limit on how much a person pays for care in their life, with the government covering costs beyond that.
Another idea is to raise the asset limit so more people qualify for help, like a plan by Boris Johnson’s government which was never put in place.
Some want care to be free based on need, no matter how much money someone has; Scotland already uses this system.
Past government attempts at reform failed mainly because of disagreements on how to pay for changes.
The article examines the cost and fairness of different reform plans to help guide future decisions.
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Saudi Arabia said it stopped drones launched from Iraq by Iran-backed militias that targeted its oil facilities and capital city, Riyadh. At the same time, Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed they struck Saudi oil infrastructure with drones as part of ongoing tensions between the groups.
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Saudi Arabia intercepted several drones launched from Iraq by Iranian-supported militias on July 27, 2026.
The drones targeted oil facilities in eastern Saudi Arabia and the capital, Riyadh.
Saudi Arabia demanded Iraq prevent its land from being used to launch attacks.
Yemen’s Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, claimed separate drone attacks on Saudi oil sites.
The Saudi-led coalition has been fighting the Houthis, who control parts of Yemen, since 2015.
The recent attacks come after a short pause in fighting between the US and Iran following 13 days of conflict.
The Houthis also imposed a naval blockade on Saudi ports and responded to Saudi drone incursions.
This is the first time in years Saudi Arabia and the Houthis have exchanged attacks, risking a fragile truce from 2022.
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Spain is working quickly to control large wildfires before a new heatwave causes the fires to spread more. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez asked people to be very careful during this dangerous weather.
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Spain faces two critical days to control wildfires before the weather worsens.
A new heatwave is expected to increase fire risks.
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez urged citizens to act with “extreme caution.”
Similar wildfires have caused major evacuations in southwestern France.
French officials report some large wildfires have stopped growing but are not fully contained.
The economic cost in affected areas includes rebuilding damage and reforesting burned land.
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The U.S. has stopped its military strikes on Iran for now because discussions between the two countries are making some progress. News reporters from CBS News shared updates on this situation.
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The U.S. paused its strikes on Iran temporarily.
This pause is linked to progress in talks between the U.S. and Iran.
CBS News reporters Charlie D'Agata and Kathryn Watson provided the latest information.
The news was shared through a CBS News video segment and app.
No new strikes have taken place since the talks started showing progress.
The situation involves diplomatic and military actions between the U.S. and Iran.
The pause is considered temporary, based on the current progress in negotiations.
Details about the exact nature of the talks were not included in the report.
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Coca-Cola has restarted making its Fairlife milk products after a cyberattack shut down four plants in the U.S. The company said most of its production is back and that the attack did not affect the milk’s quality or safety.
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Coca-Cola paused Fairlife milk production after a ransomware cyberattack on July 16.
Four U.S. plants were affected by the attack, causing a temporary halt in operations.
Coca-Cola has made "significant progress" and resumed most production at these facilities.
Hackers accessed some data during the cyberattack.
The company said existing product inventory kept store shelves stocked.
Coca-Cola bought Fairlife in 2020 for about $7 billion.
Fairlife’s yearly sales exceed $3 billion.
Coca-Cola does not expect the attack to seriously hurt its sales.
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A journalist in Gibraltar, Ros Astengo, investigated serial killer Allan Grimson as he approached release from prison. Her work led four men to report sexual assaults by Grimson, resulting in his recent conviction for 13 sexual offences and keeping him in jail longer.
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Allan Grimson is a convicted serial killer who murdered two young men in the late 1990s while serving in the Royal Navy.
Grimson was sentenced to life in prison in 2001 with a minimum of 22 years to serve.
In police interviews, Grimson admitted to sexual offences against four other males but was not charged for these at the time.
Journalist Ros Astengo started investigating Grimson’s case as he neared release, aiming to protect the public.
Because of her investigation, four more men came forward with reports of sexual assault by Grimson.
A jury at Winchester Crown Court found Grimson guilty of 13 sexual offences related to these men.
The judge described Grimson as extremely dangerous in the 1990s and is preparing reports to assess future risk before sentencing him in November.
Grimson had been recommended for transfer to an open prison in 2020 to prepare him for release, but this was stopped by the new charges and trial.
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Boy George released a new song called We Will Dance Again that expresses support for Israel's military actions in Palestine. The song responds to the October 2023 Hamas attack, remembers civilians who died, and rejects accusations of genocide against Israel.
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Boy George posted the song on social media with a Hebrew title and English translation.
The song mixes pop and reggae music and includes lyrics defending Israel’s military response.
It references the Hamas attack at the Nova music festival in October 2023, where many civilians were killed and hostages taken.
Over 73,000 Palestinians have died since the conflict started.
The phrase "We Will Dance Again" is used in Israel to show hope after the attacks and was also the title of a documentary.
Boy George criticizes pro-Palestinian musicians who condemn Israel.
He says he supports Jewish communities and values his Jewish friends but does not fully identify with Israel.
His view that Israel’s actions are war, not genocide, differs from United Nations reports that accuse Israel of genocide, which Israel disputes.
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Mediators from Qatar and Pakistan have made progress in restarting talks between the United States and Iran to stop attacks after a recent rise in conflict. Despite a pause in direct attacks by the two countries, Iranian-backed groups have carried out drone strikes on Saudi and other regional targets, keeping tensions high.
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The U.S. and Iran paused direct attacks for three days after a two-week period of fighting.
Saudi Arabia shot down drones from Iran-backed militias targeting its oil facilities.
Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen claimed attacks on Saudi oil facilities.
Drones also targeted a Kurdish Iranian group in Iraq, and Jordan shot down two drones.
Mediators led by Qatar and Pakistan are working to restore an interim ceasefire deal.
Talks involve Iran and Oman aiming to manage traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route.
Iran wants to control shipping in the Strait and possibly charge fees, though the waterway remains closed.
The U.S. maintains a naval blockade of Iran, redirecting and boarding commercial ships.
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The article reflects on the story of Odysseus and how returning home involves more than just winning battles. It suggests that the journey home includes challenges beyond fighting enemies.
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Odysseus is a figure from ancient Greek stories.
His journey home is not only about fighting foes.
The story highlights the difficulties of returning home.
Success requires more than just strength in battle.
The tale is often seen as a metaphor for life's challenges.
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South African police are investigating the death of a Nigerian man, Ibeh Chika Simon, who collapsed during an arrest in Cape Town. This incident has increased tensions between South Africa and Nigeria amid concerns about violence and police actions targeting foreign nationals.
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Ibeh Chika Simon, a 42-year-old Nigerian, died after collapsing during his arrest by South African police.
A post-mortem showed Simon had multiple bruises and abrasions on his back and chest.
Nigerian officials have called for a transparent investigation into the incident.
This is the second recent case of a Nigerian dying during police operations in South Africa.
South African police found an unlicensed firearm and drugs during the operation.
Another Nigerian man, Egwabor Patrick Chuks, was reportedly shot during the same police action and is in hospital.
The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (Ipid) is investigating Simon’s death and a similar earlier incident.
Diplomatic tensions have also risen with Ghana over claims of violence against migrants in South Africa.
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Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez returned to Honduras after US President Donald Trump pardoned him and he was released from prison. Hernandez was convicted in the US for drug trafficking but denies the charges. He still faces corruption charges in Honduras.
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Hernandez was extradited to the US and sentenced to 45 years for drug trafficking involving smuggling cocaine to the US.
US prosecutors said he accepted millions in bribes from drug traffickers over 18 years to help his political career.
Trump pardoned Hernandez in December, claiming he did not receive a fair trial and was treated unfairly.
After the pardon, Honduras canceled an arrest warrant, allowing Hernandez to return home.
Hernandez led Honduras from 2014 to 2022 and was greeted by family and supporters upon arrival.
Hernandez denies drug charges and says he fought drug trafficking while president.
He is scheduled to face corruption charges in Honduras on August 3.
Trump supported a candidate from Hernandez’s party who won the recent Honduran presidential election.
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A social media influencer named Sara Gilson was killed by her estranged husband, Jeremiah Shawn Duffey, in Oklahoma. Gilson had recently posted a TikTok video accusing Duffey of being a pedophile, and Duffey then killed himself after the shooting.
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Sara Gilson, 43, was fatally shot by her estranged husband, Jeremiah Shawn Duffey, 48, on July 23 in Collinsville, Oklahoma.
Duffey then shot and killed himself; police found both deceased with gunshot wounds to the head.
Police responded after a 911 call where a gunshot was heard, and a juvenile reported the shooting.
Gilson had posted a TikTok video earlier in July accusing Duffey of being a pedophile, which gained over 21 million views.
The TikTok video was part of a trend where users mimic Netflix documentary-style videos.
Duffey had accusations of inappropriate sexual conduct toward a minor who played on a basketball team he coached.
The minor’s mother filed a protective order against Duffey following the reported incidents.
Police say similar behavior by Duffey toward the same juvenile had been reported in multiple states before the shooting.
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Melania Trump has invited people from all U.S. states and territories to apply as volunteers or performers for the White House holiday season. Applications have opened several months before the holidays begin.
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The White House is preparing early for the holiday season.
Melania Trump started the call for volunteers and performers on a Monday.
People from every U.S. state and territory can apply.
The application period is now open.
The event is focused on Christmas and other holiday celebrations at the White House.
Volunteers and performers will take part in holiday activities at the White House.
This outreach is part of the White House's seasonal preparations.
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A Syrian belly dancer, Haidar Darwish, performed at Berlin’s Museum Island after a deadly attack on the city’s Pride parade. The attack, which involved a van ramming and stabbing, killed one person and injured nearly 30, and was described by authorities as an extremist terror attack.
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The attack took place near Berlin’s Pride festival and involved a van ramming and stabbing.
One person died and almost 30 others were injured in the attack.
The suspect, Abdul Ballout, 21, was German-born with Lebanese roots and was killed by police after approaching officers with a sharp weapon.
Authorities questioned how Ballout was free given his past conviction related to ties with the Islamic State group.
Haidar Darwish, a Syrian refugee and belly dancer, performed to show solidarity and visibility for the LGBTQ+ community.
Darwish is part of Queens Against Borders, a group supporting LGBTQ+ refugees, migrants, and immigrants.
The performance included other artists from different backgrounds, including an Egyptian belly dancer and a Nigerian drag performer.
The event aimed to bring together people from various communities and tourists despite the recent tragedy.
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