The Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemen’s Houthi rebels said it destroyed four drones over Saudi Arabia, including near the capital Riyadh. Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said Egypt is ready to help defend Saudi Arabia if asked, while fighting and missile attacks continue in Yemen.
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The Saudi coalition intercepted four drones near Riyadh, the Eastern Province, and the South.
Riyadh’s King Khalid airport has been hit by about 20 attacks since July, including one last week killing 13 people.
The Houthi rebels launched missiles near Aden airport and the presidential palace, killing at least five people.
Yemeni government forces said they advanced in Marib province, northeast of the capital Sanaa.
Saudi Arabia supports the Yemeni government with air strikes, including on Houthi oil facilities.
Egyptian President el-Sisi said Egypt wants to defend Saudi Arabia but is not seeking to join any fighting.
Egypt’s parliament will hold an emergency session to discuss possible help for Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia blames Iran for encouraging the Houthis, while Iran calls for a political solution to the conflict.
In response to attacks, some embassies limited travel in Saudi Arabia and the Saudi education ministry extended remote learning in Riyadh.
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Two people, including a child, died after a vehicle drove through a soccer game at the Stryker soccer complex in Wichita, Kansas. The driver is in custody, and several others were injured in the incident, which is still under investigation.
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The incident happened during a soccer game at the Stryker soccer complex in Wichita, Kansas.
Two people died, one of them a child; their identities have not been released.
Multiple other people were injured and taken to hospitals.
The driver of the vehicle is in custody.
Two juveniles were also in the vehicle at the time.
Police do not know how fast the vehicle was going or how it got onto the field.
The city has canceled all events at the soccer complex until further notice.
Witnesses saw a black pickup truck drive through the soccer fields and emergency workers providing aid.
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The Turkish girl group manifest recently performed their first UK concert at Wembley Arena as part of their plan to reach an international audience. The group formed last year on a Turkish reality TV show, and despite facing legal challenges at home over their stage outfits and choreography, they continue to promote Turkish music globally.
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manifest is a six-member Turkish girl group formed in February last year on the reality TV show Big5 Türkiye.
They performed their first UK concert at Wembley Arena and plan to perform at other major events like Coachella.
Their English single "TRALALA" topped YouTube’s daily music video chart on release, surpassing artists like Shakira and Taylor Swift.
The group wants to share Turkish songs with the world and encourage people to sing in Turkish.
Manifest has more than six million monthly listeners on Spotify.
They faced legal investigation in Turkey for alleged public indecency due to their concert outfits and dance moves.
A Turkish court ruled their stage acts amounted to exhibitionism, raising concerns about artistic freedom in Turkey.
The group has met international stars like Dua Lipa and continues to balance their Turkish identity with global ambitions.
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In 1991, 16-year-old Diane Watson was stabbed to death at a Glasgow school by 15-year-old Barbara Glover. Diane’s best friend, Pauline Love Thomson, witnessed the attack and helped carry Diane to her home across the street, but Diane died later in the hospital. Glover was found guilty and detained indefinitely because she was under 16.
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Diane Watson was stabbed in the playground of Whitehill secondary school in Glasgow in 1991.
Barbara Glover, aged 15, attacked Diane with a large kitchen knife.
Pauline Love Thomson, Diane’s best friend, helped Diane after the attack and witnessed the events.
Diane lived in a flat across the road from the school with her parents and brother.
Diane was taken to Glasgow Royal Infirmary but was declared dead.
Barbara Glover surrendered to the police after the attack.
The attack was reportedly linked to a dispute involving Glover suspecting Diane was involved with her ex-boyfriend.
Glover was found guilty and detained without a fixed release date because she was a minor at the time.
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The "No Kings" coalition, an anti-President Trump protest group, had its main Instagram account temporarily suspended during a day of nearly 3,000 early-voting events across the U.S. Meta said the suspension was a mistake caused by an automated system reacting to high activity on the account.
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The "No Kings" Instagram account was suspended for about 90 minutes on a Saturday with many early-voting events happening nationwide.
Organizers were unable to access the account’s backend for about four hours, limiting their ability to post or communicate.
Meta explained the suspension happened by mistake due to an automatic system triggered by a high volume of posts and interactions.
The "No Kings" coalition started in 2025 to protest President Trump’s return to office and policies they view as against U.S. founding principles.
On the protest day, about 3,000 events took place in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., encouraging early voting before the November midterm elections.
Events included rallies, marches, voter information drives, and trips to polling places.
Protesters’ messages focused on promoting voter participation and opposing efforts to undermine elections.
The "No Kings" movement’s goal is to keep political power with the people rather than government leaders in Washington, D.C.
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A man in his 30s was shot and killed on a subway platform in New York City on October 17, 2026. The police are searching for a suspect seen in surveillance photos and have asked the public to provide any information.
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The shooting happened at 12:21 PM on the northbound E train platform at 53rd Street–7th Avenue station in Manhattan.
The victim was shot once in the chest and later died at a hospital.
The victim’s identity has not been released.
The suspect showed a gun, fired it, and then ran away on foot heading north on 7th Avenue.
Police released photos of the suspect wearing a red tracksuit, black vest, black face mask, and carrying a backpack.
The NYPD is treating this as a homicide case and is asking for help from the public.
Tips can be given by phone at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), online, or via the NYPD’s Twitter account @NYPDTips.
The investigation is still ongoing.
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At least two people, including a child and an adult, were killed when a driver drove a vehicle onto a soccer field during a game in Wichita, Kansas. The driver was arrested, and two juveniles were in the vehicle at the time.
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The incident happened at the Stryker Soccer Complex in Wichita, Kansas.
A child and an adult died after the vehicle went onto the soccer field.
The driver was taken into police custody.
Two juveniles were also inside the vehicle during the incident.
It is not clear how many other people were injured.
All events at the soccer complex have been canceled until further notice.
Police are continuing to investigate the situation.
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U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee criticized an attack by Israeli settlers on a Washington Post photojournalist in the West Bank. He called the attack harsh and cowardly and urged a full investigation into the incident involving settlers and Palestinians.
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Mike Huckabee is the U.S. Ambassador to Israel.
He condemned an attack on a Washington Post photojournalist in the West Bank.
The attack involved a group of Israeli settlers and Palestinians.
Huckabee described the attack as “vicious” and “cowardly.”
He called for a thorough investigation into the incident.
The incident was publicly addressed through a statement on the social media platform X.
The attack highlights ongoing tensions in the West Bank area.
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A vehicle drove through a soccer game at the Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kansas, killing at least two people, including a child, and injuring several others. The driver was arrested, and police are investigating the incident.
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The incident happened on October 17, 2026, around 3:25 p.m. Central Time.
At least two people, a child and an adult, died at the scene.
Multiple people were injured and taken to the hospital.
The driver of the vehicle is in police custody.
Wichita Police Department Captain Aaron Moses confirmed the event and described it as a tragedy.
The investigation into the incident is still ongoing.
The location was the Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kansas.
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Virtual reality (VR) is being used by senior citizens to explore new places and experiences. This technology helps them connect with others and can improve their health.
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Senior citizens are becoming a new group using virtual reality.
VR allows older adults to "travel the world" without leaving home.
The experience offers more than just fun; it helps with social connections.
Using VR can have positive effects on seniors' health and well-being.
CBS News featured a story showing these benefits for older adults.
VR is expanding from entertainment to practical uses for seniors.
The technology helps reduce feelings of isolation among elderly users.
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President Donald Trump issued a new executive order on Friday evening that stopped new sanctions on Russia from starting. This action reversed parts of a recent law he signed and caused criticism from both political parties before the upcoming midterm elections.
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President Trump signed an executive order halting new sanctions on Russia.
The sanctions were originally part of a large law package he signed last month.
The order stopped penalties that were scheduled to begin soon.
Both Democrats and Republicans criticized the president’s decision.
The timing comes shortly before the U.S. midterm elections.
The move is linked to ongoing tensions involving Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky.
The White House faces several controversies ahead of the election.
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A vehicle drove onto a youth soccer field at the Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kansas, killing one child and one adult. Police called it a mass casualty event and reported multiple injuries but have not shared full details yet.
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The incident happened on Saturday at Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kansas.
A pickup truck drove onto a youth soccer field during activities.
One child and one adult died from the incident.
Multiple people were injured, but the exact number and injury severity are not yet disclosed.
Police treated it as a mass casualty incident, meaning many people were hurt.
There is no ongoing threat according to police statements.
Emergency crews responded in large numbers to the scene.
Police have not released information on how or why the vehicle entered the field.
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Satellite images show a large luxury boat with a 50-meter swimming pool and waterslides near North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s summer home on the Wonsan coast. The boat, along with others, is believed to be used by Kim and his family for recreation during warmer months.
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An 80-meter luxury boat with a 50-meter pool has been seen near the Kalma Peninsula, close to Kim Jong Un’s villa.
The boat stayed at a maintenance yard for months then moved near the seaside resort area in early July.
Experts and former officials say such large boats are likely reserved for North Korea’s leadership.
Wonsan has been associated with Kim’s family since his father’s time and is used as a summer retreat.
Most North Koreans live with food shortages and human rights issues, while the leadership enjoys luxury.
North Korean state media calls Wonsan a resort city with hotels, shops, and parks aiming to attract tourists.
Russian tourists have been seen visiting the recently opened Kalma resort since July 2025.
Tour packages offered to locals cost about $100 for four nights, a high price in North Korea.
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Kristi Noem, former South Dakota governor and current senior adviser at the U.S. State Department, shared a photo of herself hunting with a dog that drew many concerned comments online. Noem’s previous role as special envoy to the Shield of the Americas coalition ended recently, and she remains a senior adviser focusing on that initiative.
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Kristi Noem was the governor of South Dakota from 2019 to 2025.
She became DHS secretary under President Donald Trump before moving to the State Department.
Noem’s special envoy position to the Shield of the Americas lasted six months and has now ended.
The Shield of the Americas is a security initiative to combat drug trafficking and illegal migration.
Noem is now a senior adviser to Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau.
On pheasant hunting season opener, Noem posted a photo holding a gun and standing with a dog, sparking many online comments worrying about the dog’s safety.
Noem has a history of controversy related to hunting and her personal life.
She supports hunting traditions and habitat conservation efforts in South Dakota.
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Movie theater attendance is growing again after the pandemic, increasing by 8 percent compared to last year. The 4DX movie theaters offer a new experience where seats move and special effects like wind and scents make watching movies more exciting.
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Movie theater visits have risen by 8 percent since last year.
4DX theaters add movement to seats during films.
Special effects such as wind, scents, and water sprays are used in 4DX theaters.
These effects make the movie experience more immersive and interactive.
4DX is giving people new reasons to return to watching movies in cinemas.
The new technology aims to compete with watching movies at home.
The story was shared by CBS News reporter Evyn Moon inside a 4DX auditorium.
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An artist has built a career by creating fine oil paintings of pets, turning beloved animals into lasting works of art. This approach has found a special place with pet owners who want to remember their pets forever.
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The artist uses oil paint to create detailed portraits of pets.
Pet paintings help owners keep memories of their animals alive.
Creating art based on pets has become a successful career for the artist.
Oil painting is a traditional art form using pigments mixed with oil.
The demand for pet portraits shows how people value their relationships with animals.
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Winnie the Pooh, a beloved cartoon character, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this month. The story was originally written in England and quickly became popular in America.
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Winnie the Pooh turned 100 years old this month.
The character was created in England.
Winnie the Pooh gained special popularity in the United States.
The anniversary story was shared by Tina Kraus and Bradley Blackburn.
The character is considered a childhood favorite by many.
This story shows cultural ties between England and America through the character.
The celebration was featured on CBS News.
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A recent poll shows Republican Rep. Scott Perry slightly behind his Democratic challenger, Janelle Stelson, in a key Pennsylvania district race. The poll indicates Stelson has 49% support, while Perry has 46%, but the difference is small enough that the race is still very close.
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The poll was conducted by Susquehanna Polling and Research.
Janelle Stelson is a former news anchor running as a Democrat.
Scott Perry is the current Republican representative for the district.
Stelson leads Perry by three percentage points in the poll, 49% to 46%.
The lead is within the poll’s margin of error, meaning the race could easily change.
The district is considered a battleground, meaning both parties have a chance to win.
The poll results were released on a Saturday.
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The U.S. Justice Department has asked a federal judge, Ana Reyes, to step down from a case about the Trump administration cutting hundreds of trees at a historic golf course in Washington, D.C. The DOJ says Judge Reyes treated government lawyers unfairly and called into question their intelligence during court hearings.
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The case involves cutting trees at East Potomac Golf Links, a historic golf course in Washington, D.C.
The Trump administration removed about 430 healthy, non-invasive trees without notifying the court in time.
Judge Ana Reyes criticized government lawyers for poor communication and loss of credibility in the case.
The DOJ claims Judge Reyes shouted at and belittled its attorneys and showed bias against the Trump administration.
The DOJ wants Judge Reyes removed, saying her behavior is part of a pattern of hostility toward Trump administration lawyers.
Judge Reyes was nominated by President Biden in 2022 and confirmed in 2023.
The case is filed by the D.C. Preservation League and local residents opposing the tree removal.
The judge has faced previous complaints related to other cases involving the Trump administration.
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