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Iryna Terekh, the CEO of Ukrainian company Fire Point, leads a team that builds long-range drones used against Russian targets. The company has grown rapidly and recently tested a cruise missile with a range over 1,000 miles and aims to launch Ukraine's first domestically made ballistic missile soon.
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Iryna Terekh is the 34-year-old CEO of Fire Point, one of Ukraine's largest drone makers.
Fire Point started making drones after Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.
The company produces 300 to 400 long-range attack drones per day.
Fire Point’s cruise missile flew over 1,000 miles on a recent combat mission.
Terekh says Ukraine has launched twice as many deep strikes into Russia in 2026, with 60% using Fire Point weapons.
Ukraine plans to soon deploy its first domestically designed ballistic missile, which follows a high arc trajectory.
Many Ukrainian startups have shifted the country from mainly receiving military aid to creating new defense technology.
Fire Point was founded by people from civilian backgrounds, including architecture and film production.
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President Donald Trump’s net worth is growing quickly, reaching about $6.5 billion, largely due to his business activities and stock trading. Despite this financial success, his approval rating has dropped to a record low of 33% among registered voters.
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Forbes estimated President Trump’s net worth at around $6.5 billion in March.
Trump reportedly made $2.2 billion in 2025 from business interests like cryptocurrency sales and Truth Social posts.
Trump claimed on social media to have made “hundreds of billions” on stocks, although this figure is likely exaggerated.
The US government owns a nearly 10% stake in Intel, which has increased significantly in value, seen as a benefit to taxpayers.
Trump made over 1,000 stock trades in June, with his oil and gas holdings increasing by about $16 million due to the war with Iran.
Experts note that it is unusual and potentially problematic for a president to hold and trade individual company stocks.
A majority of Americans support laws to stop lawmakers and their families from trading stocks related to their work, but currently, such laws do not apply to the president.
Despite financial gains, Trump’s approval rating has fallen to 33%, a historical low.
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President Donald Trump said that oil prices will fall sharply after the United States wins a war with Iran. Iran is trying to control an important shipping route called the Strait of Hormuz by setting up a restricted zone.
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President Trump spoke about oil prices and the conflict with Iran.
He predicted oil prices will drop sharply once the war with Iran ends.
Iran wants to control the Strait of Hormuz, a key path for oil shipments.
Iran is creating a restricted zone in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is important for global oil transportation.
Trump made his statement on the social media platform Truth Social.
The situation involves ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
The comments suggest expectations of a U.S. military victory over Iran.
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A strong El Niño weather pattern, combined with conflicts and shipping problems, is raising global food prices and disrupting supplies. Experts warn that these challenges will continue through 2026 and may cause higher costs for groceries worldwide.
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The United Nations says world food prices in August 2024 were the highest since 2022.
The ongoing El Niño event is expected to be much stronger than those recorded since 1950.
The World Meteorological Organization says El Niño will likely last until at least February 2027 and cause more droughts and floods.
The El Niño event is contributing to forest fires in Indonesia, which is the largest producer of palm oil.
Palm oil prices have risen about 24% in 2024 due to the fires and climate impacts.
Rising palm oil costs are expected to increase prices of other vegetable oils like sunflower, soy, and canola.
Conflicts in Europe and Asia are also disrupting food supplies and shipping routes.
Economists warn that damage to crops, energy supply, and trade routes will drive food prices higher globally.
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Iryna Terekh, previously an architect in Ukraine, now leads a defense company called Fire Point. The company is testing a new ballistic missile designed to reach Moscow.
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Iryna Terekh used to design patios in Ukraine before shifting careers.
She now runs a defense company named Fire Point.
Fire Point is working on a ballistic missile project.
The missile is intended to have the range to reach Moscow.
This development reflects changes related to the conflict involving Ukraine.
The report was made by CBS News correspondent Aidan Stretch.
The news is available on the CBS News app and website.
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King Charles III sent a letter to senior government officials to explain that Prince Harry and Meghan are nonworking members of the royal family after returning to the United Kingdom. This means they do not perform official royal duties.
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King Charles III wrote a letter to top government officials.
The letter clarified the status of Prince Harry and Meghan.
Harry and Meghan have returned to the United Kingdom.
They are considered nonworking royals.
Being nonworking means they do not carry out official royal tasks.
The information was reported by CBS News.
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Canada has started charging extra taxes, called tariffs, on some American products like milk, perfume, and golf clubs. This action is part of an ongoing trade dispute between Canada and the United States.
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Canada began applying new tariffs against the U.S. early Tuesday.
These tariffs affect products such as milk, perfume, and golf clubs.
The tariffs are a response to a trade conflict between the two countries.
This trade dispute is often referred to as a trade war.
The tariffs aim to put pressure on the U.S. during trade negotiations.
The issue is causing economic tension between Canada and the U.S.
Both countries have imposed tariffs on each other's goods before.
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Voters in New Hampshire are choosing candidates in a primary election to fill an open U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Senator Jeanne Shaheen. Congressman Chris Pappas is competing for the Democratic nomination, while former Senator John E. Sununu is the leading Republican candidate, endorsed by President Donald Trump.
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Senator Jeanne Shaheen, a Democrat, is retiring after three terms.
Congressman Chris Pappas is running for the Democratic Senate nomination and has over $4 million in campaign funds.
Pappas’ main challenger in the Democratic primary is Dr. Karishma Manzur, a scientist and progressive activist without prior public office experience.
John E. Sununu, a former senator, is the front-runner in the Republican primary and has President Trump’s endorsement.
Sununu has sometimes criticized President Trump’s policies but remains the leading GOP candidate.
The Republican primary also includes Scott Brown, a former senator from Massachusetts and ex-ambassador.
New Hampshire Republicans control the state legislature but have not won a Senate seat since 2010.
The race is seen as important for both parties in the 2024 election cycle.
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Canada started charging extra taxes called tariffs on many U.S. products, including steel, aluminum, and appliances. This happened after the U.S. government, led by President Donald Trump, placed tariffs on Canadian goods earlier.
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Canada’s tariffs began at midnight on Tuesday.
The tariffs apply to many products like steel, aluminum, appliances, electronics, wood, pulp, and paper.
The U.S. had already placed 50% tariffs on $27.6 billion of Canadian goods.
These actions are part of a trade dispute between the U.S. and Canada.
So far, there have been no talks or agreements to resolve the issue.
President Trump warned the Canadian company Bombardier during this trade conflict.
The tariffs are meant to protect U.S. industries but also affect Canadian businesses.
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The article says that working from home is no longer just a temporary change because of the pandemic. Leaders who want to make employees come back to the office are arguing about a point that is now outdated.
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Remote work started as a response to the pandemic.
Remote work has become a normal way of working, not just temporary.
Some leaders want to require employees to return to the office.
These leaders are holding on to old reasons that no longer fit today’s work environment.
The article suggests that forcing office attendance should not be seen as a test of loyalty.
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London Mayor Sadiq Khan criticized Westminster council for keeping strict rules that limit new bars and pubs in Soho, including bans on standing drinking ("vertical drinking"). Despite public opposition and a mayoral request to change the rules, the council is continuing with policies aimed at reducing nightlife activity, citing safety and policing concerns.
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Westminster council has a "cumulative impact zone" that refuses most new bar and pub licenses in Soho unless under special circumstances.
81% of people who responded to a consultation disagreed with this licensing policy, and 84% said it would hurt business.
The council restricts vertical drinking, preferring pubs to have table service and seated customers only.
Mayor Khan demanded the council remove the cumulative impact zone and allow vertical drinking, but the council ignored this.
Andy Burnham, the Prime Minister, supports vertical drinking as part of British culture.
Westminster council says some objections came from people misunderstanding their policy language.
The council argues that public safety and lack of police resources require strict controls on licenses.
Between 2023 and 2026, only 3.5% of licensing applications were fully approved as requested in Westminster.
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The White House marked Labor Day 2026 with a short video showing robots working in a factory, but no human workers appeared. This sparked discussion because Labor Day traditionally honors American workers, while the video focused on machines amid ongoing concerns about automation and job security.
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The Labor Day 2026 video was 38 seconds long and showed automated machinery and robots in a factory.
No human workers appeared in the video, which ended with President Donald Trump signing a document.
The White House caption said the video celebrated workers and products made in America.
Critics said the video seemed "tone-deaf" by showing machines instead of people on a day meant to honor workers.
Around 542,000 industrial robots were installed worldwide in 2024, with high robot use in U.S. manufacturing.
Experts say many industrial jobs will change with new skills needed, making worker retraining important.
The White House later posted another message showing work boots at a construction site to emphasize human workers.
The video received mixed reactions, with some praising and others criticizing the focus on automation.
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Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, the three Baltic countries, are preparing for possible attacks from Russia because of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. These countries are concerned that Russia might expand its military actions to their region.
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Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are Baltic nations in Northern Europe.
They share borders and close history with Russia.
Russia is currently involved in a war with Ukraine.
The Baltic countries fear Russia could attack them next.
These nations are increasing their defense measures.
The conflict in Ukraine has raised security concerns in the region.
NATO and European allies support the Baltic countries' defense.
The situation is part of wider tensions between Russia and Western countries.
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Lithuania is getting ready for the possibility of war with Russia because of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. People in Lithuania are taking steps to protect themselves in case Russia becomes aggressive toward their country.
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Lithuania is preparing for a possible military conflict with Russia.
The preparations come as the war in Ukraine continues.
Lithuanian citizens are involved in these readiness efforts.
The situation reflects concerns about Russian aggression in the region.
Lithuania shares borders near the area affected by the Ukraine conflict.
The news was reported by CBS News correspondent Aaron MacLean.
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Thousands of people protested in Germany against the far-right party Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) after it won a large share of votes in a state election. The AfD is strong in two upcoming regional elections, raising concerns about its impact on democracy and minority rights.
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The AfD won nearly 44% of the vote in Saxony-Anhalt, its best result ever in a state election.
Demonstrations against the AfD took place near the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin and other cities. Organizers say more than 14,000 people protested.
The AfD calls for deporting asylum seekers and reducing support for renewable energy and public broadcasting.
The party is close to forming a government in Saxony-Anhalt but needs three more votes for a majority.
Germany’s domestic intelligence agency classifies the AfD as rightwing extremist, seeing it as a threat to democracy.
The AfD leads voter polls in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, with about 35% support before elections on September 20.
Other parties in Berlin remain competitive, with the Christian Democrats, Social Democrats, the left-wing Linke, and Greens all polling closely.
Many protesters expressed concern that the AfD’s far-right views threaten democracy and social services.
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A type of skin fungus that causes itching and does not respond well to regular medicine has spread to 29 countries. The number of infections has increased three times in a short period.
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The fungus causes itchy skin infections called ringworm.
It does not respond well to usual treatments, meaning it is drug-resistant.
The fungus has been found in 29 different countries.
The number of cases has tripled in recent years.
This spread makes it harder to control and treat the infections.
Scientists studied the fungus to understand its growth and resistance.
Drug resistance means the medicines normally used are less effective or do not work.
The increase in cases poses a concern for public health officials.
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This article explains how different U.S. states teach about the September 11 attacks in public schools. Some states require specific lessons on 9/11 and related events, while others leave the decision to local school districts or offer general guidance.
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Alabama requires fifth graders to learn about U.S. military actions since 1980, including post-9/11 conflicts, and high school juniors to evaluate the U.S. response to 9/11 such as the Patriot Act and Homeland Security.
Alaska has no statewide rule for teaching 9/11, leaving it up to local schools, but is starting to develop guidelines to help.
Arizona mandates 7th to 12th graders to receive age-appropriate 9/11 education around the anniversary date and provides recommended teaching materials.
Arkansas requires students to explain changes in U.S. foreign policy after 9/11, including wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and related legal cases.
California encourages schools to observe a moment of silence on September 11 and offers teaching prompts for certain history and democracy classes but leaves decisions mostly to local educators.
State laws and standards differ widely on how much detail and at what grade levels students learn about 9/11.
Some states focus on the impact of 9/11 on U.S. government powers and foreign policy.
Teaching about 9/11 is often included within broader lessons on modern U.S. history or international conflicts.
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An Amazon Air cargo plane went off the runway while landing in Miami and struck two vehicles. This accident caused the deaths of five people. A commercial pilot, Capt. Laura Einsetler, commented on the investigation that will follow.
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The crash involved an Amazon Air cargo plane in Miami.
The plane overran the runway during landing.
Two vehicles were hit by the plane after the crash.
Five people died as a result of the accident.
Capt. Laura Einsetler, a commercial pilot, discussed the upcoming investigation.
The cause of the crash is currently being looked into.
The incident happened at an airport in Miami.
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The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reported that all the people who died in the Amazon cargo plane crash at Miami International Airport were in vehicles struck by the plane. The crash caused at least five deaths and several injuries.
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An Amazon cargo plane crashed at Miami International Airport.
The crash resulted in at least five deaths.
Several people were injured in the incident.
The victims who died were all inside vehicles hit by the plane.
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash.
Details were shared publicly by the NTSB through CBS News.
The crash involved vehicles near the airport area.
The authorities continue to gather information about the cause of the accident.
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President Donald Trump posted an edited video on his Truth Social account showing King Charles appearing to ignore a grocery store worker who fainted. The original footage, from 2020, actually shows King Charles stopping to help the man and showing concern.
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The edited video was posted on President Trump’s Truth Social account on Labor Day.
The clip makes it look like King Charles ignored a fainting grocery store employee.
The original video was filmed in July 2020 at a grocery distribution center in Bristol, England.
In the full video, King Charles stays with the employee and others come to help.
President Trump has described King Charles as a friend and praised him recently.
Buckingham Palace did not comment on the edited video when asked.
The video was part of a montage comparing world leaders unfavorably to President Trump.
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