Vice President Kamala Harris and the NAACP plan to host town hall meetings in important states before the midterm elections. Their goal is to encourage more people to vote by educating them about the election and how to participate.
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Vice President Kamala Harris will work with the NAACP to hold town halls before the midterm elections.
The focus is on swing states, where the election outcome is uncertain.
The town halls aim to increase voter turnout and participation.
Activities will include voter education and grassroots organizing.
These efforts reflect ongoing engagement beyond just Election Day.
There is talk that Harris may run for president in 2028.
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Pakistan’s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, visited Tehran to talk with Iranian officials about avoiding new fighting between Iran, the United States, and Israel. This visit follows a ceasefire brokered by Pakistan in April and is part of ongoing diplomatic efforts involving multiple countries to reduce tensions in the region.
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Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan’s army chief, arrived in Tehran for talks with Iranian leaders.
This is Munir’s fifth visit to Iran since an April ceasefire between Iran and the US.
Pakistan brokered the ceasefire in April, leading to a 14-point memorandum of understanding aimed at easing tensions.
The ceasefire included plans to lift the US naval blockade and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
The agreement’s 60-day deadline expired in mid-August without renewal or full implementation.
Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov recently visited Tehran to discuss the conflict and related regional issues.
US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s peace proposal and increased US military presence in the Middle East.
Qatar is helping to mediate detailed talks between the US and Iran, while Pakistan offers political access to both sides.
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In August, immigration officers detained the undocumented parents of four U.S. citizen children while they were out buying shoes in Florida. After the parents were taken into custody, the older siblings had to take care of the younger ones, a situation common in more than 4 million U.S. families where some members are citizens and others are not.
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Wendy Domingo, 18, was driving her undocumented parents and four younger siblings when Border Patrol stopped them.
The parents were detained because they could not show citizenship documents.
The mother was deported to Guatemala, and the father chose to leave voluntarily to avoid long detention.
Over 4 million U.S. families include both citizens and noncitizens.
Older children in these families often take responsibility for their younger siblings after parents are detained or deported.
The Guatemalan-Maya Center helps families reunite and supports children left behind.
The Department of Homeland Security says it does not separate families forcibly and tries to place children with safe caregivers.
This case reflects ongoing effects of immigration enforcement policies during President Donald Trump’s administration.
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French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin said the security services did not handle threats from looters well during recent riots. He promised that people who took part in the riots would face very strict punishments.
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Riots and looting occurred in France over the past weekend.
Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin criticized security services for poor management of these threats.
Darmanin promised "extremely firm" punishments for the rioters.
The unrest has led to discussions about new targeted curfews in affected areas.
Other government officials and experts have commented on the social and political impact of the protests.
The government has taken steps like blocking access to some public places, such as the Louvre Museum, during the unrest.
Some political groups are using the riots to promote their messages about law and order.
There are concerns about the effect of the riots on tourism and public safety in France.
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Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian appeared on CBS Mornings to share simple health tips that can help people eat healthier without spending a lot of money. These tips are further explained in his new book called "Food Is Medicine."
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Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian is a health expert featured on CBS Mornings.
He discusses easy ways to stay healthy on a tight budget.
His latest book is titled "Food Is Medicine: Healing Our Bodies, Nourishing Our Minds, and Transforming Our Food System."
The focus is on practical advice for better eating habits.
The tips aim to improve health without requiring expensive food.
The advice can help people make better food choices without overspending.
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Rural hospital closures affect communities by making it harder for people to get medical care close to home. The article suggests that before reducing services, hospital leaders should carefully check and recover unpaid insurance money to help keep care available.
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Rural hospital closures have increased, with 109 full closures and 88 service reductions since 2005.
When rural hospitals close, people must often travel about 20 miles farther for inpatient care.
About 20% of Americans live in rural areas with limited healthcare access.
Nearly 43% of hospitals were operating at a loss in August 2026, showing financial struggles.
Hospitals should review unpaid or underpaid insurance claims before cutting services.
Disputed insurance claims need careful investigation to avoid assuming all unpaid money is owed.
Hospitals can handle payment recovery internally or with outside help but must protect patient care resources.
Accurate payment from insurers is important, but it cannot replace the need for fair overall funding.
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SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, operates the largest satellite network globally and provides internet service used by Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. Recently, the internet service supporting Ukraine’s military efforts was slowed down, causing problems for Ukraine’s defense, amid unclear involvement from the US government and Musk’s company.
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SpaceX is the largest satellite operator worldwide, bigger than any government space agency.
Ukraine relies on SpaceX’s satellite internet service, called StarShield, for military communication.
The service was throttled (slowed) during a critical moment in Ukraine’s fight against Russian attacks.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned this internet issue could lead to deaths.
Elon Musk said the slowdown of StarShield was not controlled by SpaceX.
Reuters reported the slowdown was ordered by the White House, but White House officials denied this.
Musk is close to President Trump’s administration, recently reconciling after past conflicts.
SpaceX cut off a similar internet service in Ukraine before, affecting military operations.
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The article says that Bank of America’s recent fine should teach Wall Street a lesson. It suggests that companies need to improve how they teach their workers about stopping financial crimes.
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Bank of America received a fine related to financial crimes.
Wall Street firms can learn from this fine to avoid future mistakes.
There is a need to change how private companies educate workers about financial crime.
Better education could help prevent illegal activities in finance.
The article focuses on improving financial crime awareness in the private sector.
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Pope Leo XIV and actor Chris Pratt star in a documentary called *Pétros Ení: Discovering the Origins*. The film explores the history and archaeology beneath St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, focusing on the tomb believed to belong to St. Peter. It will be released in theaters starting February 2027 and includes rare images and expert interviews.
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The documentary is called *Pétros Ení: Discovering the Origins*.
It explores the Vatican Necropolis, the ancient burial site under St. Peter's Basilica.
Chris Pratt guides viewers through the hour-long film, weaving history and archaeology.
The production includes footage never seen before and historical documents from Vatican archives.
The Greek phrase "Pétros Ení," meaning "Peter is here," refers to an inscription near St. Peter’s tomb.
Pope Leo XIV appears in the film reflecting on the significance of St. Peter’s burial site.
Excavations of the site began during World War II, and remains believed to be St. Peter’s were announced in 1968.
The documentary is supported by Vatican Media and planned for theatrical release in North and South America and Europe.
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Ryanair’s chief executive predicts European air fares could rise by up to 20% in 2027 due to higher jet fuel costs caused by conflict in the Middle East. Many airlines, including Ryanair, are not protected against these rising fuel prices, leading to possible bankruptcies and flight route cuts.
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Ryanair expects air ticket prices in Europe to increase by 10% to 20% next year.
Jet fuel prices have risen sharply because of conflicts in the Middle East that disrupted supplies.
Fuel accounts for a large part of airline costs, and higher prices reduce airline profits.
Ryanair had fuel price protection (hedging) for most of 2026 but will be mostly unprotected (85%) in 2027.
The current market price for jet fuel is about twice Ryanair’s hedged price for 2027.
Ryanair announced it will cut 20 flight routes and over one million seats in Belgium for winter due to higher aviation taxes and fuel costs.
EasyJet also faces higher fuel expenses and is cutting 700,000 seats from its winter schedule.
Airlines warn that many carriers may face financial trouble if fuel prices stay high and consumers reduce spending on travel.
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Tommy Robinson, a far-right activist, is on trial for threatening two journalists from MailOnline in 2024. He is accused of harassing them after they reported on his activities following a series of riots linked to the Southport killings. Robinson denies the charges.
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Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, is charged with harassment causing fear of violence to two journalists, Andrew Young and Jacob Dirnhuber.
The threats reportedly came in a phone call and through social media, where the journalists’ home addresses were shared online.
Unknown men appeared outside the journalists’ homes, causing safety concerns.
Journalists and their families had to move because of fears for their safety.
Robinson became angry after a story was published about him with the headline “Stoking race riots from his sunbed.”
The journalists say Robinson’s tweets were part of how he earns money, so they reported on his actions but did not share photos of his children.
Jacob Dirnhuber said Robinson’s actions made him worry about his safety and affected his work.
The court heard that Robinson’s supporters may have shared the journalists’ addresses and encouraged harm.
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President Donald Trump used an antisemitic slur during a rally in Kansas while defending Senator Roger Marshall. Trump said Marshall was required by law to sue patients over unpaid medical bills.
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President Trump spoke at a rally in Kansas on Monday.
He defended Senator Roger Marshall, a Republican from Kansas.
Marshall has been sued for suing some patients who did not pay medical bills.
Trump said Marshall was "mandated by law" to pursue unpaid bills.
During the rally, Trump used language considered an antisemitic slur.
The remarks sparked controversy and media attention.
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Actress Christina Applegate revealed she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), meaning she does not have the disease. Despite this, she still experiences symptoms like those found in MS and is now searching for the correct diagnosis and treatment.
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Christina Applegate was first diagnosed with MS in 2021.
MS is a disease where the immune system attacks the brain and spinal cord.
There is no cure for MS, and symptoms vary widely.
Applegate was told by a doctor recently that she does not have MS.
She still has symptoms similar to MS, like weakness and needing a wheelchair.
About 1 in 5 people diagnosed with MS may actually be misdiagnosed, according to a neurologist.
Applegate co-hosts a podcast called "MeSsY" about MS with actress Jamie Lynn Sigler.
The misdiagnosis has caused Applegate to feel confused and upset, as she was involved in the MS community.
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A Dutch filmmaker created an AI-generated video showing tourists visiting Paris while protests happen around them. Real tourists have reported similar unusual experiences during protests about school problems and higher living costs.
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The video was made using artificial intelligence (AI).
It shows tourists exploring Paris during protests.
Protests in Paris are about poor conditions in schools.
Rising living costs are also a cause of the protests.
Real visitors have described experiences like those in the video.
The video was created by Dutch filmmaker Wytse Koetse.
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Flutter Entertainment, the company that owns Paddy Power and SkyBet, announced plans to cut up to 1,400 jobs due to increased taxes on gambling set by the UK government. Most job losses will happen in the UK and Ireland, especially in Leeds, as the company restructures to manage higher gaming duties.
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Flutter Entertainment plans to cut up to 1,400 jobs in the UK, Ireland, Portugal, and Romania.
More than 10% of its workforce in the UK and Ireland will be affected, mainly in Leeds, Dublin, and Sunderland.
The job cuts are linked to tax increases on gambling announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in the 2025 budget.
Remote gaming duty (online casino tax) was raised from 21% to 40%, and tax on online sports bets went from 15% to 25%.
Other gambling companies like Entain and William Hill have also blamed tax rises for financial struggles and job cuts.
Flutter expects a one-time cost of $90 million (£67.3 million) due to these layoffs.
The company says the tax hike has changed how the gambling business works and fueled illegal gambling.
Industry experts say some job losses are also due to company mergers and cost-cutting strategies.
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Sudan’s army has used drones in attacks that killed over 200 people, including many at a funeral and a market. The strikes happened in West Kordofan state and Abyei, a disputed border area between Sudan and South Sudan, raising tensions between the two countries.
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Over 200 people died from drone strikes in West Kordofan and Abyei.
A truck carrying around 200 mourners was hit near Al-Dabab, killing 145 people.
A market in Abyei was hit, killing 73 people, according to the region's information minister.
Sudan’s army is accused of carrying out these drone attacks but denies targeting civilians.
Abyei is a border area disputed by Sudan and South Sudan, both claiming control.
South Sudan has formally protested Sudan’s actions by summoning Sudan’s ambassador.
Both sides in Sudan’s conflict have received drones despite a partial arms embargo.
The ongoing war in Sudan has caused a major humanitarian crisis, displacing over 14 million people.
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CBS Mornings Deals shares information about special discounts on various products that can help improve daily life. People can visit cbsdeals.com to find these exclusive offers, and CBS earns commissions when purchases are made through the site.
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CBS Mornings Deals features items aimed at improving everyday lifestyle.
The deals can be accessed at cbsdeals.com.
CBS earns commissions on purchases made through the deals website.
These deals are promoted during the CBS Mornings program.
The items cover a range of categories relevant to viewers’ daily needs.
The segment encourages viewers to take advantage of special offers.
The focus is on providing value and savings to consumers.
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The Mississippi Attorney General’s office said a state investigation found that an officer was justified in shooting at a moving vehicle, which led to the death of a 1-year-old boy named Kohen Wiley in June. The officer fired while responding to a shoplifting call at a Walmart in Senatobia.
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The incident happened in June at a Walmart store in Senatobia, Mississippi.
Police were responding to a report of shoplifting.
An officer fired a gun at a moving vehicle involved in the incident.
The shooting resulted in the death of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley.
The Mississippi Attorney General’s office reviewed the case.
They concluded the officer’s use of force was justified under state law.
The statement was released publicly on a Monday.
The investigation focused on whether the officer’s actions followed legal guidelines.
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French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said that radical ultra-left groups planned violent riots during recent protests about the cost of living. The government will use a large police and military presence to keep order during new protests scheduled for this weekend.
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Violent riots took place last weekend during protests about living costs and education funding in France.
Prime Minister Lecornu blamed far-left and ultra-left groups for planning an "insurrection."
He said these groups aimed to attack government buildings, including the president's and prime minister's offices.
France plans to deploy a "massive" police force to control the protests this weekend.
Some military forces will support the police to help keep order.
Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said the military's role is to free police officers to focus on maintaining peace.
The government wants an immediate end to violent clashes during protests.
Recent protests have caused damage and disrupted multiple French cities.
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A new study found that more teenage girls vape compared to teenage boys. The report came soon after singer Selena Gomez shared how vaping affected her voice.
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The study shows teen girls vape more than teen boys.
Vaping means using electronic cigarettes that produce vapor instead of smoke.
Selena Gomez publicly discussed how vaping changed her voice.
The information was shared during a report on CBS News.
The study highlights a shift in vaping habits among teenagers.
Vaping is a health concern for young people.
The report aims to raise awareness about teen vaping trends.
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