French leaders have introduced curfews in some areas after a weekend of violent protests across France. Officials are working to bring back peace and order in affected places.
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Violent protests took place across France during the weekend.
Local leaders set curfews to manage the unrest.
The curfews limit movement during certain hours to reduce violence.
The government aims to restore calm and safety in the country.
The exact cause of the protests was not detailed in the article.
CBS News covered the story with contributions from their global affairs correspondent.
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A strong nor'easter storm caused large waves and pushed high water levels along the Atlantic coast from Florida to New Jersey. More than 8 million people received warnings about possible coastal flooding and dangerous surf.
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The nor’easter hit the East Coast, affecting areas from Florida to New Jersey.
The storm generated massive waves along the Atlantic shoreline.
Coastal flood alerts and high surf warnings were issued for over 8 million residents.
The storm’s impact included risks of flooding near the Jersey Shore and in Florida.
The weather event was reported and forecasted by CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano.
Nor’easters are storms that typically bring strong winds and heavy seas to the northeastern U.S.
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Mississippi's attorney general found that a police officer was justified in shooting a 1-year-old boy while responding to a shoplifting call. The officer was cleared of any wrongdoing in the case.
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A 1-year-old boy was shot by a police officer during a shoplifting response.
Mississippi's attorney general investigated the shooting.
The attorney general concluded the officer acted lawfully.
The officer was cleared of all charges or accusations.
The incident involved the use of deadly force.
The shooting happened in Mississippi.
The report was covered by CBS News.
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Helen Haines, an independent member of parliament in Australia, was critically injured after being hit twice by a car that allegedly made a U-turn near her office. A 43-year-old man was arrested at the scene, and a bystander helped stop the driver until police arrived.
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Helen Haines was struck twice by a car near her electorate office in Wangaratta, northern Victoria.
The driver allegedly made a U-turn before hitting her two times.
The driver, a 43-year-old man from Tarrawingee, was arrested at the scene.
A bystander, Ricky Jefferies, pulled the driver from the vehicle and held him until police came.
Jefferies said the driver had a knife but did not use it.
Haines was airlifted to Melbourne’s Alfred Hospital for emergency surgery and is in critical condition.
Australian officials noted an increase in threats against public officials, with 1,067 reports last year.
Government leaders called for calmer political discussions following the attack.
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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) charged 28 people in California with unlawful voting and other election crimes. Some charged individuals are green card holders, and the DOJ accused California officials of not properly acting on a list of suspected illegal voters ahead of the 2026 midterm election.
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The DOJ charged 28 people in California for unlawful voting and related offenses.
Some of those charged are green card holders, meaning they are legal permanent residents, not U.S. citizens.
The charges include illegal voting by non-citizens, false claims of citizenship, and interfering with a fair election process.
The DOJ sent California a list of about 20,000 suspected non-citizens who received mail-in ballots for the upcoming election.
California and Los Angeles officials refused to review the list, citing data privacy and security concerns.
The DOJ sued California for failing to act on the list of suspected illegal voters.
More than 16 million votes were cast in California during the last presidential election.
President Donald Trump and Republican leaders say non-citizen voting threatens election fairness, but experts say such cases are very rare.
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A recent poll in Florida shows Republican Byron Donalds leads Democrat David Jolly in the race for governor overall, but more Latino voters support Jolly. The poll also finds that President Donald Trump has lower favorability among Latino voters compared to the general population, with many concerned about immigration enforcement and cost of living.
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Byron Donalds has 50% support overall, while David Jolly has 42% in the Florida governor race.
Among Latino voters, Jolly leads with 48% support compared to Donalds’ 43%.
President Trump’s favorability among Latino voters is 38%, with 54% unfavorable.
Different Latino groups show varied support: Cuban voters favor Donalds, Puerto Rican and South American voters favor Jolly.
55% of Latinos think immigration enforcement has gone too far.
Jobs and cost of living are top concerns for 59% of Latino voters in Florida.
The poll surveyed 825 Florida voters from October 2 to 15, with a 4% margin of error.
Florida has shifted politically to be more Republican, helped by conservative retirees and Trump’s previous success in Hispanic communities.
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In several European countries, protests that started over education budget cuts turned violent, involving fires and looting. Authorities made thousands of arrests and set curfews to restore order after these events.
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The protests began with students opposing cuts to education funding.
Violence increased, including arson (setting fires) and looting (stealing goods).
French President described the unrest as "unrestrained violence."
Thousands of people were arrested during the protests.
Governments imposed curfews to limit movements and control the situation.
The protests spread across multiple European countries.
Authorities are working on plans to restore peace and order.
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The UK government plans to stop serious criminals held in hospitals from receiving social welfare benefits while they get medical treatment. The new rules aim to save money and respond to families of victims who said it was unfair for offenders to get benefits and hospital care at the same time.
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The new regulations will prevent criminals detained in hospitals, like killers and sex offenders, from receiving up to £800 a month in universal credit benefits.
These criminals already have their hospital care and living costs paid by the National Health Service (NHS).
The rules are expected to start early next year after approval by Parliament.
The change is expected to save tens of millions of pounds each year.
Families of victims from recent criminal cases in Nottingham and London welcomed the decision, saying it is fair.
The offenders affected in these cases were found guilty but were detained under hospital orders due to mental health conditions.
The government consulted victims' families and experts before proposing this change.
UK Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden stated this ends what he called a "gross unfairness."
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Germany convicted two men for plotting to kill leaders of Jewish organizations, saying the plan was directed by Iran. Iran’s Foreign Ministry denied the accusations and criticized Germany for making what it called baseless political claims.
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Two men, one Danish and one Afghan, were found guilty in Hamburg for planning attacks on Jewish leaders in Germany.
The Danish man was sentenced to eight and a half years in prison; the Afghan man got four and a half years.
The court said Iran's intelligence service guided the plan.
Germany summoned Iran’s ambassador to discuss the alleged plot.
Iran summoned Germany’s ambassador in response and rejected all claims, calling them politically motivated.
Germany said it will not tolerate threats or attacks on Jewish life in the country.
The men were arrested in Denmark and sent to Germany for trial.
Iran’s embassy in Berlin previously called the charges unfounded and driven by Iran’s enemies.
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A 16-year-old student in Bend, Oregon, used a shotgun given to him by his mother as a birthday gift to carry out a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School. The attack killed three children and one teacher before the shooter was stopped by a bystander.
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The shooter was 16 years old and a former student of Silver Rail Elementary School.
The gun used was a Maverick 88 pump-action shotgun legally bought by the shooter's mother in August 2026.
The shooting happened last week and resulted in four deaths: three children aged 5, 8, and 11, and a 25-year-old teacher named Megan Lambert.
Two others were wounded: a 7-year-old girl and a 54-year-old teacher.
The shooter first fired at a pickup truck before entering the school by shooting through glass doors.
The shooter was killed by Kaylub Giamanco, a 36-year-old bystander who followed him into the school.
Investigators are reviewing the shooter's digital devices and social media for clues about the motive.
Police expect to finish collecting evidence at the school soon and will then return the building to the school district.
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A Russian drone strike hit a park in the Kharkiv region of north-eastern Ukraine, killing six people, including three children. This attack raises concerns about Ukraine’s ability to defend its airspace.
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The strike was carried out by a Russian drone.
It occurred in a park located in Kharkiv, a region in north-eastern Ukraine.
Six people died as a result of the attack.
Among the dead were three children.
The incident highlights worries about Ukraine's air defense capabilities.
The article mentions President Donald Trump's plans to import Russian diesel but does not link it directly to the attack.
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Monica Thomas suffered from painful genital symptoms for years before being diagnosed with lichen sclerosus, a condition that causes itching, soreness, and skin changes in the genital area. The condition is often misunderstood, underdiagnosed, and carries social stigma, causing many people to delay seeking help.
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Monica had symptoms like itching, soreness, sores, and blisters for years before diagnosis.
Lichen sclerosus affects the genitals, causing white patches, itching, pain, and skin tears.
It is more common in women over 50 but can affect all ages, including children.
The cause is unknown but may involve the immune system attacking the skin.
The condition is not contagious or caused by infection or poor hygiene.
Diagnosis is often delayed, and many people may never be properly diagnosed.
There is a social stigma around discussing genital health issues, which adds to delays in diagnosis and treatment.
Treatment is usually managed with steroid creams, but follow-up care can be lacking.
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The parents of a child killed in a school shooting at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon, have hired lawyers to investigate how the school handled safety and how the teenage shooter got his gun. The 16-year-old attacker used a shotgun originally purchased by his mother to enter the school by shooting through locked doors, killing three children and a teacher.
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Three children aged 5, 8, and 11, and one teacher died in the shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School.
A 16-year-old boy, Griffin J. John II, is the shooter and used a 12-gauge pump-action shotgun.
The shooter was not currently enrolled in the school but had previously attended as a special needs student.
The shooter’s gun was bought by his mother, Shauntai Nickerson, but it is unclear if she legally qualified to own the firearm.
Oregon law allows minors to possess shotguns if the gun is given by a parent or with parental consent.
The gunman entered the school by shooting through locked doors.
The school district said it practices lockdown drills twice a year and has security measures like cameras and locks.
The lawyers are investigating the school’s safety protocols and the circumstances of the gun purchase to determine if the school is responsible.
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El Niño, a weather pattern caused by warmer ocean waters, is currently strong and affecting weather worldwide. It is causing wildfires in Indonesia, stronger hurricanes in the eastern Pacific, fewer storms in the Atlantic, and less rain during India’s monsoon season.
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El Niño is expected to stay strong until at least 2027.
Indonesia is facing its worst wildfire season since 2015, with almost 900,000 hectares of land burned this year.
The wildfires in Indonesia have caused school closures and many people to suffer from respiratory illnesses.
The eastern Pacific has had an unusually high number of hurricanes, with 22 named storms and 12 hurricanes so far this season.
Strong warm ocean waters due to El Niño help hurricanes grow quickly, like Hurricane Polo with wind gusts of 180 mph.
The Atlantic hurricane season has been unusually quiet, with only one hurricane making landfall in the United States so far this year.
India is experiencing 13% less monsoon rainfall than average, causing drought especially in eastern, north-eastern, and southern regions.
Reduced rainfall in India threatens farming and water supplies in many areas.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized President Donald Trump for supporting Russia in its conflict. Zelenskyy also said he did not get any warnings before recent attacks by Russia and accused the U.S. of giving limited intelligence.
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President Zelenskyy said President Trump is on the wrong side of history due to dealings with Russia.
Zelenskyy reported no prior warnings about recent Russian missile and drone strikes.
He accused the United States of restricting intelligence sharing with Ukraine.
Russia launched missile and drone attacks overnight, affecting Ukraine.
President Trump has shown some support or alignment with Russia in this conflict, according to Zelenskyy.
There are ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Ukraine regarding intelligence cooperation.
Other political figures like Marco Rubio have responded to Zelenskyy’s claims about intelligence sharing.
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Millions of people across India are celebrating Dussehra, a major Hindu festival that marks the victory of good over evil. Celebrations include colorful processions, religious rituals, theatrical performances, and the burning of large effigies representing the demon king Ravan.
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Dussehra celebrates Lord Ram's victory over the 10-headed demon king Ravan.
In eastern and southern India, the festival also honors Goddess Durga’s defeat of the buffalo demon Mahishasura.
The festival takes place on the 10th day after Navratri, a nine-night festival of worship.
People perform Ramlila, a play that tells the story of Ramayana, culminating in the burning of Ravan’s effigy.
Temporary tents called pandals house idols of Goddess Durga during celebrations, especially in eastern India.
Markets sell smaller Ravan effigies and flowers like marigolds, which symbolize victory of good over evil.
The festival atmosphere includes food stalls, rides, and family-friendly events.
In cities like Kolkata, Durga Puja celebrations often include artistic decorations that reflect current social themes.
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Republicans promised to lower gas prices, but costs have risen by 37% since President Trump took office, partly because of the war in Iran. Republican leaders acknowledge voter concerns about high gas prices and blame both international events and Democratic energy policies.
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Gas prices have increased by 37% since President Trump became president.
The war involving Iran is a key reason for the rise in gas prices.
Republicans say the high gas prices are temporary and will drop after the Iran war ends.
Republican leaders blame Democratic energy policies for making the U.S. vulnerable to price increases.
Gas prices were the most common concern raised at recent Republican campaign events.
Republican candidates like Ken Paxton say high gas and diesel prices hurt their campaigns.
Republican leaders want honest talks with voters about this issue instead of ignoring concerns.
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House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says he believes Republicans can win the House in the upcoming election, despite challenges and some financial pullbacks from certain races. He highlighted efforts to support key Republican candidates and disagreed with thoughts of giving up any seats or planning for a loss.
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Steve Scalise, House Majority Leader, is confident Republicans can win the House.
MAGA Inc., a super PAC linked to President Donald Trump, recently pulled nearly $1 million from one key race.
Recent polls show Democrats leading the generic ballot by eight points and Trump’s approval at a record low of 31%.
Scalise identified 35 competitive districts, including 15 held by Democrats that Republicans think they can win.
Save American Freedom, a super PAC supporting Scalise, is spending $3.5 million to help 52 House Republicans.
Some GOP groups shifted funding from House races to Senate races, hoping to help both.
Speaker Mike Johnson said he wants to stay House Republican leader even if Democrats win the majority.
Scalise declined to say if he supports Johnson for minority leader or plans to run for that role himself.
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Many singles are tired of using dating apps and prefer meeting people in person at events. These dating events are becoming popular because they offer better chances to talk and connect, and they often cost about the same as one date arranged through an app.
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Some people feel tired of dating apps because they rely mostly on pictures and little information.
A recent study shows that 11% of adults use dating sites, but the time spent on them is decreasing.
Dating apps are believed by some to be designed to keep users coming back rather than helping find a long-term partner.
More people want to meet in real life because working from home limits casual social encounters.
Dating events usually cost between £15 and £30 and often include a drink and an activity.
These events help singles meet several people in one night, which many see as better value than online dating.
Rising costs make dating more expensive; some estimate monthly dating expenses can reach about £130.
Many singles hold off dating until they feel financially stable enough to afford it.
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President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy strongly, increasing tension between them. This happened while Russia continues its military attacks on Ukraine, and the U.S. limited access to important technology that Ukraine uses.
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President Trump publicly criticized Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy.
The criticism focused more on Zelenskyy than on Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Russia is carrying out ongoing attacks in Ukraine.
The U.S. recently restricted key technology that Ukraine depends on.
The situation increased tensions between the U.S. and Ukraine.
The conflict relates to Russia’s invasion and the global response.
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