The Department of Justice released audio recordings of President Joe Biden talking with his ghostwriter after a long legal battle. In the recordings, Biden warned the ghostwriter that some information might be classified, meaning it is secret government information.
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The Department of Justice made public audio tapes of President Biden speaking with his ghostwriter.
The release happened after a lengthy legal fight.
Biden told his ghostwriter that some material might be classified and to be careful with it.
Biden called the release an act of "political retribution" by the Trump administration.
The news was reported by CBS News including a reporter named Weijia Jiang.
The term "classified" refers to information that must be kept secret for national security reasons.
The audio tapes offer a rare look at conversations involving the President and his ghostwriter.
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Ariana Grande has filed a lawsuit claiming hackers stole her unreleased music, photos, and videos. She says this caused serious damage to her career and wants the court to force internet providers to help identify the hackers.
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Ariana Grande is suing over stolen unreleased music and personal media.
The hackers are unnamed and unidentified so far.
She claims the theft has caused "irreparable harm" to her professional work.
The lawsuit requests that internet service providers help find the hackers.
The stolen items include music, photos, and videos that were not made public.
The case aims to protect her creative work and hold the responsible parties accountable.
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Firefighters in the Gironde region of France are working hard to control wildfires as temperatures are expected to rise to 40°C during a new heatwave. Around 2,000 firefighters are involved, and many people have evacuated while officials warn about the impact on air quality and safety.
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Wildfires have been burning in the Gironde region near Bordeaux, a city with 260,000 people.
2,000 firefighters have been deployed to fight the fires.
A new heatwave expected to bring temperatures up to 40°C will likely make the situation worse.
Around 220,000 people have evacuated in France recently, including 4,000 tourists near the Gironde coast.
About 240 homes have been destroyed by the fires.
Air quality in Bordeaux has worsened, causing people to stay indoors and businesses to close.
President Emmanuel Macron called the fires "the toughest since World War Two."
A 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of starting a fire in a different region and faces 15 years in prison.
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A recent survey shows that about one-third of Americans support the U.S. military actions against Iran. Most Americans, around 62 percent, do not approve of these operations.
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The survey was conducted by Reuters/Ipsos and released on Tuesday.
Only 33 percent of Americans approve of the U.S. attacks on Iran.
About 62 percent of Americans disapprove of the military actions.
Nearly 70 percent of Americans expressed opinions relevant to the issue (full detail cut off).
The survey reflects current public opinion on the U.S. military involvement in the Middle East.
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A federal judge ordered the release of Jose Trinidad Rojas Pliego, a witness held in immigration custody after a Houston ICE traffic stop that killed driver Lorenzo Salgado Araujo. The judge ruled that keeping Rojas Pliego detained without a proper bond hearing was unconstitutional and demanded his release within 48 hours.
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Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a Mexican motorist, was shot and killed by an ICE officer during a traffic stop in Houston on July 7, 2026.
Jose Trinidad Rojas Pliego was a passenger in the vehicle and has been held in ICE custody since the shooting.
U.S. District Judge Keith P. Ellison blocked Rojas Pliego’s deportation and ordered his release from custody.
The judge found that Rojas Pliego was detained without an individualized bond hearing, which violates his rights.
ICE stated that the driver tried to run over an officer, prompting the shooting in self-defense.
Rojas Pliego has no criminal record and has been in the U.S. since 1996; he has family who are U.S. citizens.
The judge ordered the government to release Rojas Pliego within 48 hours of the ruling.
The incident has drawn attention amid ongoing debates about immigration enforcement and use of force by ICE officers.
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Sir Clive Alderton, the principal private secretary to King Charles III, will step down in May 2027. The royal household has begun searching for his replacement, and Sir Clive will assist with the transition while continuing in his role until his 60th birthday.
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Sir Clive Alderton has served as King Charles III’s principal private secretary for many years.
He manages the King and Queen’s official duties and advises on important events like the Coronation.
Sir Clive will leave his role in May 2027 when he turns 60.
The royal family is looking for a new top aide to replace him.
He played a key role in the smooth transition when King Charles III became monarch in 2022.
His annual salary was between £300,000 and £305,000.
Sir Clive has a background as a diplomat.
Prince Harry referenced Sir Clive’s role in his book "Spare," calling him "the Wasp" and highlighting his involvement in the Sussexes’ departure from royal duties.
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A Massachusetts woman, Lindsay Clancy, is on trial for killing her three children in 2023. The trial focuses on whether postpartum psychosis, a rare but serious mental illness after childbirth, caused her actions.
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Lindsay Clancy is charged with killing her three children aged 5 and younger by strangulation.
The trial debates if postpartum psychosis affected her responsibility for the crime.
Postpartum psychosis affects about 1 to 2 out of every 1,000 new mothers.
This condition can cause hallucinations, delusions, and strange behavior shortly after birth.
It is different from postpartum depression and baby blues, which are more common but less severe.
Half of those with postpartum psychosis may have a history of psychiatric illness, often bipolar disorder.
Mothers with severe postpartum psychosis may harm themselves or their children.
Treatment usually requires hospital care, sometimes against the patient’s will, to keep mother and baby safe.
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German investigators found a video where the suspect of the Berlin Pride attack appears to claim responsibility and support for the Islamic State group. The suspect, Abdul Ballout, died after ramming a van into a crowd and using a machete, killing one person and injuring 31 others.
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The attack happened near the closing party of Berlin’s Pride festival.
Abdul Ballout, 21 years old, was the suspect and was killed in a police confrontation.
A Polish woman died, and 31 people were hurt in the attack.
Investigators found a video on a cellphone in the suspect’s van where someone believed to be Ballout pledged loyalty to the Islamic State group.
The suspect was born in Germany, has Lebanese roots, and traveled to Lebanon in 2025 trying to join the Islamic State in Syria.
Authorities found other evidence pointing to connections with the Islamic State at an apartment.
Officials are reviewing how Ballout was able to move freely despite a past conviction related to his attempted links to the Islamic State.
Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt called for stricter measures like ankle bracelets to monitor dangerous individuals.
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Senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican who served in Congress for over 30 years, was honored in memorial services at the U.S. Capitol and Washington National Cathedral. He died suddenly on July 11 at age 71, and the services included remarks from President Donald Trump and attendance by foreign leaders, reflecting Graham’s influence in U.S. and international politics.
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Lindsey Graham served more than 30 years in the U.S. Congress, first as a Representative and then as a Senator from South Carolina.
He was known for his work on national security and was part of the bipartisan group called the "three amigos" with Senators John McCain and Joe Lieberman.
Graham died suddenly on July 11 at his home in Washington, likely from an aortic tear.
Funeral services were held at the U.S. Capitol and Washington National Cathedral, with President Donald Trump expected to speak.
Foreign leaders like Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy attended, showing Graham’s role in global U.S. military and diplomatic efforts.
Vice President JD Vance and Senate Majority Leader John Thune took part in the memorial events.
Graham had a complex relationship with President Trump, initially opposing him but later becoming a close ally after the 2016 election.
Burial was planned in his home state of South Carolina following the Washington services.
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Spain is making progress in controlling some of the worst forest fires in its history, according to the prime minister. Over 50,000 hectares burned near Avila, close to Madrid, but firefighters are starting to see improvement as they continue their efforts.
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Spain has faced very large wildfires recently, with over 50,000 hectares burned near Avila.
Firefighters and emergency teams are actively fighting these fires.
The Spanish prime minister said they see "the light at the end of the tunnel," meaning the situation is improving.
Spain is also preparing for a new heatwave, which could worsen fire conditions.
The wildfires are among the worst the country has experienced.
Large-scale evacuations have taken place in the affected areas around Madrid.
The fires are linked to extreme heat and climate factors.
Similar fire risks and heatwaves are affecting parts of Europe as well.
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GSK, a British drug company, plans to cut jobs and save £1.9 billion by 2029 to invest £400 million in UK life sciences. It will move over 1,000 scientists to a new research center in Cambridge and close its Stevenage site by 2029 to speed up drug development.
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GSK aims to save £1.9 billion annually by 2029 through job cuts and cost reductions.
The company will invest £400 million in UK life sciences over the next three years.
More than 1,000 scientists will relocate to a new 300,000-square-foot research center on the Cambridge biomedical campus.
GSK will close its Stevenage R&D site in Hertfordshire by 2029 and upgrade labs in nearby Ware.
The new Cambridge center will focus on research areas like cancer, respiratory diseases, liver conditions, vaccines, and HIV.
This move integrates GSK into the UK’s "golden triangle" of Cambridge, Oxford, and London for better research collaboration.
GSK plans to launch 20 large-scale clinical trials (phase 3) to test new drug treatments, doubling previous numbers.
About 45% of savings will come from cutting support services and simplifying processes, while 40% will come from shifting resources to new drugs.
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An Israeli soldier recorded himself running a full marathon loop around a military base in Gaza. The soldier said Israeli forces will remain stationed there. This event highlights the different daily realities for Israelis and Palestinians in the area.
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The soldier ran 42.2 kilometers (a marathon distance) around a Gaza military outpost.
The video showed the soldier saying Israeli forces are staying in the area.
Gaza is a region with ongoing military conflict and restrictions on movement.
Palestinians in Gaza face challenges like war, displacement, and limited freedom to move.
The soldier’s marathon contrasts with the hardship faced by local Palestinians.
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Bryan Kohberger, who was sentenced for the 2022 murders of four students at the University of Idaho, wants to cancel his guilty plea. He plans to have a trial instead of accepting the previous plea deal.
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Bryan Kohberger was sentenced for killing four University of Idaho students in 2022.
Last year, he pleaded guilty as part of a deal with the court.
Now, he has filed a petition to cancel that guilty plea.
He wants to go to trial to contest the charges.
The case gained significant attention due to the nature of the crime and the victims.
CBS News reported on Kohberger's request and the developments.
A trial would mean a court hearing to decide his guilt or innocence.
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A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 struck Kumamoto Prefecture in southern Japan. The earthquake caused a part of a shopping mall to collapse, trapping people inside and resulting in casualties. Rescue teams are working to help those affected.
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The earthquake measured 7.1 on the magnitude scale.
It hit the Kumamoto Prefecture in southern Japan on July 28, 2026.
The second floor of a shopping mall collapsed due to the quake.
People are trapped inside the collapsed shopping mall.
Authorities confirmed there are casualties.
Rescue operations are ongoing to save those trapped.
The incident was covered by Japanese media and reported by Reuters and Kyodo.
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A new study shows that pregnant women exposed to higher levels of the weed killer chemical glyphosate during mid-pregnancy may have a greater chance of giving birth early, before 37 weeks. This research analyzed urine samples from over 1,400 women and found that higher glyphosate levels were linked to an increased risk of spontaneous preterm birth.
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Glyphosate is the main chemical in many herbicides, including Roundup.
The study looked at 1,450 pregnant women in New York City from 2016 to 2019.
Urine tests measured glyphosate during early and mid-pregnancy.
7% of births in the study happened before 37 weeks (preterm).
Higher glyphosate levels between 18 and 25 weeks raised preterm birth odds by 35%.
The risk of spontaneous early labor doubled with higher glyphosate exposure.
No link was found between glyphosate early in pregnancy or its breakdown product (AMPA) and preterm birth.
Experts suggest washing produce and avoiding herbicides at home to reduce exposure.
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Authorities in Michigan reported that Kristopher Karolkiewicz fatally shot his wife and six children before setting their home on fire and then killing himself. The incident took place in Grand Haven Township and is being investigated as a murder-suicide with arson.
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The family members, ages 5 to 15, died from gunshot wounds.
The home fire was set on purpose after the shootings.
The fire also killed the family’s pets.
Kristopher Karolkiewicz was 47 and had recently worked for the American Heart Association.
His wife, Amanda Karolkiewicz, was a 39-year-old substitute elementary school teacher.
Authorities believe no one else was involved and are continuing the investigation.
The case is an example of a family annihilation, a crime where one person kills multiple family members.
This event is one of many mass shootings reported in the U.S. so far in 2026.
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Andrew and Tristan Tate, two social media influencers, are held in a Miami jail as they wait for a decision on bail while fighting extradition to the UK. They face serious charges including rape and sex trafficking, and their legal case could take up to a year.
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Andrew and Tristan Tate are in a US federal jail in Miami, detained since July 18.
They face a total of 59 criminal charges in the UK, including rape and sex trafficking.
A hearing to decide on their bail was scheduled for August 13.
UK authorities are gathering evidence to formally request their extradition.
Their lawyer said they face danger in jail due to their charges and reported poor conditions.
Andrew Tate posted on social media about drinking unclean water in jail.
The brothers deny all the allegations against them.
The extradition process could take up to one year, during which they might remain in jail.
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President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are scheduled to meet while tensions are rising due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The meeting aims to address concerns related to the war in the region.
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President Trump is meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The meeting takes place amid increasing conflict involving Iran.
Rising tensions in the Middle East are a central issue for discussion.
The meeting is expected to focus on security and diplomatic progress.
This event is part of ongoing efforts to manage regional instability.
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A strong 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit southern Japan, causing buildings to collapse and people to become trapped under rubble. The quake also resulted in injuries and significant damage to infrastructure.
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The earthquake measured 7.1 in magnitude.
It struck southern Japan.
The quake caused buildings, including a shopping mall, to collapse.
People were trapped under the rubble of collapsed structures.
Many individuals were injured due to the earthquake.
The earthquake caused damage to roads, bridges, and other infrastructure.
Rescue efforts are underway to help trapped victims.
News updates are being provided by CBS News correspondent Ramy Inocencio.
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Laura Loomer, a US far-right influencer and ally of President Donald Trump, visited Ukraine and was shown extensive damage caused by the war. Previously critical of US aid to Ukraine and calling the country a "Nazi state," Loomer apologized to President Zelensky, saying she had believed Russian propaganda before her visit.
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Laura Loomer is a US far-right influencer and supporter of President Donald Trump.
She has criticized US assistance to Ukraine and called Ukraine a "Nazi state" in the past.
Loomer visited Ukraine and was given wide access to see the war damage.
After her visit, she apologized to Ukraine’s President Zelensky for believing Russian propaganda.
Ukrainian authorities welcomed her visit despite her earlier criticism.
President Zelensky might use Loomer’s influence to gain support within the White House.
The visit marks a shift in Loomer’s stance on the war in Ukraine.
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